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This rally was her last job as branch secretary because she had resigned to work in the private sector.“Idon’t feel safe at work,” she said. “We experience situations where we fnd one nurse looking after seven or eight“We’repatients.now working 12-15 hours a day and nurses are refusing to work overtime. “Once we used to fght for overtime shifts. Now it’s just too much.” Ms McDonough said the Clarence was facing bigger problems unless changes were made to increase numbers and retention rates. “We’re considered a border town,” she said. “It’s considered nothing for a nurse from here to hop across the border into Queensland.“ThereQueensland health has staffng ratios and better rates of pay. “Why wouldn’t you move a few hours north for a job where you’re better paid and come home thinking you’ve done everything you could to help your patients.”MsMcDonough said there was empirical evidence patient to staff ratios“There’swork.a studies in Victoria, Queensland and out of the USA, which show staffng ratios save money, save lives and increase productivity,” sheShesaid.said the imminent rebuild of the Grafton Base Hospital, which would need more staff to function effectively, would add to the staffng pressures.Whenaddressing the rally Mr Gulaptis faced aggressive questioning from the crowd, but he was able to quieten most with a promise to take their views to NSW Regional Health Minister Bronnie Taylor. He began by thanking the nurses for their outstanding work during the Covid-19 pandemic. He went on to describe the NSW health system as “buggered”, admitting that the band aid measures of locum doctors and agency nurses was not able to fll theHegap.also recognised it was unfair for nurses in the public system to be paid at lower rates than nurses in private hospitals.Buthesaid the NSW Government had allocated money for 7500 new health staff in the last budget, which was a sign it had accepted there was a problem. The next speaker, Cr Debrah Novak, who revealed she had recently been a patient in the local health system, reminded
“What do we want?” chants the man on the megaphone. “Ratios” yells back around 100 Clarence Valley nurses who rallied in Market Square as part of a statewide nurses strike last Thursday.
The NSW Health system is “buggered” says Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis, although he is not as sure about what it takes to fx it as around 100 striking nurses in Grafton.MrGulaptis addressed a rally of nurses and other NSW Health staff in Market Square last week, declaring he supported their view the hospital system was in crisis. The rally, on Thursday, was part of a statewide 24-hour strike by nurses in support of their push for a nurses to patient ratio of staffng and a pay rise to help attract more people to the profession. The Grafton rally was passionate with an energised crowd demanding speakers listen to the views of the nurses.“Listen to us, we know the answers,” was a common cry from the crowd.Theanswers, according to the speakers who addressed the rally would be to change the way nurses were rostered to ensure fxed ratios of nurses to patients. The NSW Nurses and Midwives Association advocates for a rule of thumb of one nurse to three patients in emergency wards and one to four in other wards. Maclean nurses’ union secretary Mel McDonough told the rally she was one of the nurses voting with her feet because of job pressure.
Clinical nurse educator in theatre Christian Brown, let speakers know how he felt as he watched from the crowd at last Thursday’s nurses rally. He said politicians needed to know professionals would not accept continuing to give patients a lower level of care than they needed to feel safe in their jobs. “We won’t accept spending $850 million on footy stadiums while hospitals are failing,” he said.
Grafton branch secretary of the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association Thea Kowal said an anomaly in the current rostering structure counting mums, but not babies when allocating nursing numbers in maternity wards. continued page 4
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Mr Gulaptis his baptism of fre as an MP in 2012, during the downsizing of the Grafton jail. “You learned then you had to stand up for your community, ahead of your political party,” she said.“This can be your legacy.”ButCr Novak said for his commitment to change to be really worthwhile, she would like to see it in writing. She also called on the community to food the MP with messages bearing the hashtags like #strike4ratios to hammer home the community support for nurses.Grafton nurses union branch secretary Thea Kowal, also an emergency nurse, painted a dire picture of a day at work. “How do you feel knowing when you walk into work that if a person comes in with a heart attack you won’t be able to provide the level of care that patient needs,” Ms Kowal said. “And that’s on a normal day, when we’re supposedly full staffed.” She pointed that when nurses enlist for the job they tick a box saying they must provide an adequate level of care to each of their patients. “It’s heartbreaking to hear 80% of your colleagues want to leave the job because they can’t provide the level of care they want to give,” she said. Away from the microphone, Mr Gulaptis agreed the health system was in dire trouble, but said the source of the problems was a bloated administration, which soaked up an inordinate amount of the health budget.“Staff ratios aren’t the answer,” he said. “There’s a fat middle section of administration that needs to be cut open and cleaned out. “The money could then be redirected to the frontline health workers.”MrGulaptis, who won’t be standing at the next state election, said the band aid measures of agency nurses being paid double the rate of full time staff and locums – doctors brought in on as much as $3000 a day – were another sign of a system inMrtrouble.Gulaptis said he could remember when Maclean warned.weagain,outthestrikewarnedtohospitals.thefghtingmonthsspendit’stoanswerheregulationsureadministratorsanddedicatedstaffsmallbutandperformedHospitaloperationsdeliveredbabies,reliedonarelativelyadministrativebackingupalocaldoctorsnurses.“Nowwehavetomakeeveryruleandisfollowed,”said.“Idon’tknowwhattheis,buttherehasbechangesbecausenotworkingnow.”HesaidhewouldthelastsixofhistermtoimprovesituationinpublicButthelastwordhasgotothenurses,wholastThursday’sactionwon’tbelasttimenurses“getonthegrass”.“Wewillbebackhereuntilwegetwhatneed,”MsKowal
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It was a combination of fruit bats, a high school and a graveyard that first pushed the man who would become the Clarence Valley’s representative in State Parliament for the past 11 years into public life.Chris Gulaptis, who last month announced he would not contest the seat of Clarence at the March 2023 State Elections, revealed the spur to public office 25 years ago was the flying fox colony next to Maclean High School. “In my first term as P & C president, which I was told was a very simple, easy role, the kids went out on strike because of a huge infestation of flying foxes,” “I took up the cudgel on their behalf and it attracted international media because it was such a kooky sort of a story. “You’ve got a school at the end of a cemetery, next to a bat colony and it’s very macabre and dark and it caught the attention of the international media.” But the worries of a parent of two students at the school and a P&C president were more down to“Iearth.couldn’t understand how we could have a school with those conditions, where the kids had to learn,” he said. “It didn’t appropriateseemthatit would meet any health standard.
“In a backyard you couldn’t have 50,000 chooks, so I couldn’t understand how you could have 50,000 flying foxes next to a school and it wouldn’t pose that same health risk.” It was a start of struggle that would continue as Mr Gulaptis moved deeper into public life as a councillor on Maclean Shire Council, then as Maclean Mayor and when he was elected to State Parliament in a by-election at the end of 2011. In 1998 all that lay in the future.“That’s when I found out how powerful the environmental laws are in this country – for better or for worse,” he said. “It’s not that we want to exterminate flying foxes, but they weren’t in the appropriate place.” It’s been an ongoing battle for him in local and State Government and most observers would say the flying foxes are in front.MrGulaptis said what drove him over the years in the struggle to move the bats was a desire for the community’s voice to be heard.Around 2000 Mr Gulaptis retired from his surveying business determined to do more in public life and was elected as a councillor and then mayor. In 2004 the amalgamated Clarence Valley Council formed, and he was a member of the first council.“Iguess I must have had political aspirations at the time beyond local government and had a tilt at the Federal seat of Page in 2007, where he lost to the ALP’s Janelle Saffin. The experience could have ended the venture into public life. “It was the Kevin 07 era and Janelle won it for Labor off the Nationals and I decided to go back into surveying”, he said. “I had a stint in Fiji as a risk analyst in a building company and then I went to Mackay and managed a surveying office until I received a call in 2011 when the former Member (for Clarence) Steve Cansdell stepped down,” Mr Gulaptis said. The experience had left him feeling a little gun-shy. “I took a bit of a hiding in 2007, you don’t like to lose,” he said. But he stayed involved in LNP politics taking backroom roles in campaigns of two controversial politicians, George Christensen at Federal level and Jason Costigan for the state, who have both been controversialControversyMPs.also created the 2011 vacancy in the seat of resigned.avoidstatutoryconfessedStevePopularClarence.localMemberCansdellhadtolyingonadeclarationtoaspeedingfineand
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“The government made the jail decision out of fiscal school,itsbutaresponsibility“Theresponsibility.problemisfiscalisalineonbudgetinMacquarieSt,uphereit’slivelihoods,families,it’skidsinit’skidsatsport, it’s disintegration of a community.“It’ssomething I learnt. A budget is not as important asWhilepeople.”the jail decision was a disaster for the community, in the longer term it led to the new Clarence Correctional Centre at Lavadia, south of Grafton, which has replaced a worn-out museum piece with a state-of-the-art prison, described as the largest in theBeingcountry.amember of the Nationals is more geography than ideology for Mr Gulaptis. He signed up almost by accident in the mid-1990s because his bank manager was also the recruitment officer for the local party branch.“Isort of lean that way, because I live in the country and I always believe the Country Party, or the National Party best represented country people and I still think that” he said.“Idon’t believe we are a party of ideologues, we come together because of geography.“That’swhy I am happy to go out and support the nurses and midwives’ association, the teacher’s union, because they’re members of our community and we need them.”Despite feeling like “little brother” at times to the Liberals, Mr Gulaptis said overall he has felt part of a team that has delivered as never before for regional NSW.“Inparticular for this electorate,” he said. “I’ve lived here for more than 40 years, and I’ve never seen the investment in this area that I have over this part 10“There’syears. been the Pacific Highway, new bridges, the art gallery, upgrades to Rushforth Park, the Angourie Sporting Fields, the Casino Livestock
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“I took a bit of convincing,” he said of local attempts to lure him toTherestand.were a lot of phone calls, and he went over the situation with his wife Vicki, who had remained in the Clarence while he worked in North Queensland.Eventually he bit the bullet and entered the preselection race with six other Nationals, including big names in the region like Stuart George, whose father Thomas, had held the seat of Lismore. The party chose Mr Gulaptis to represent it and despite a 16.3% swing away from the party, he won the seat comfortably with 65.1% of the twoparty preferred vote. The first 12 months of his tenure was probably the hardest, when the O’Farrell government decided to downsize the Grafton jail, removing more than 100 jobs from the region. Mr Gulaptis had promised during his election campaign the jail was safe, so the decision came as a complete shock. “It hit me hard,” he said. “I didn’t expect my own side to punish me like that or punish my community like that.” In front of the community Mr Gulaptis admitted he had “stuffed up” backing his party ahead of the community over the jail decision.“Atthe end of the day when I leave this role, I want to be able to walk down the street, look people in the eye and say I’ve done the best for you and the broader community, and I haven’t deviated from that.
Mr Gulaptis lost out, stripped of his role as parliamentary secretary for Northern NSW and the ban went ahead. But the news was worse for the premier and his deputy Troy Grant, who both resigned even as the government decided not to go ahead with the ban. “How did I feel crossing the floor?” he said. “I had mixed feelings. “I’m glad that I did it, others in my party didn’t see it as I did, and the broader community saw it. “In the end I think they misread the sentiment of theMorepublic.”recently
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Exchange, we’ve combined with the Feds to provide $10 million for the Casino Showground upgrade.“Tensof millions of dollars have been spent in theHearea.”said the boom brought its own problems. “We were a victim of our own success,” he said. “There was so much going on we were struggling to find doingcompaniesconstructioncapableofthework.“Andofcourse,the price went up, so getting value for you dollar was even harder.“Butwas really important for regional NSW that we get these projects underway.”Andhewas sure the spend had not finished with further projects like the reconstruction of the Grafton Base Hospital to begin soon. But typically, Mr Gulaptis did not want to hog all glory. “It wasn’t just me. I was part of a team,” he said. “And for me that’s the most satisfactory part of the role, that I have been part of a team that has been focussed on delivering for theWhileregions.”theClarence has been going gangbusters, in Sydney Mr Gulaptis found himself in the middle of a controversy in 2016 when NSW Premier Mike Baird announced regulations that would end dog racing in the state in a year.
He’s also firmly committed to ensuring the work on the Grafton Hospital remains front and centre for the government as the election nears. And he said he would continue to push to keep the region’s recovery from the flood disaster on track. Looking ahead he believes the Government’sNSWtrack record should see it re-elected but thinks an “it’s time” factor could count against it. “Governments get old and this one is in its 12th year,” he said. “It shouldn’t be the decisive thing, but people do think that way.” After March he is looking forward to travelling to the US and Spain to catch up with his two children. But he is looking to stay in public life, albeit in a lower key role. “It might be in a volunteer role or on a board or two, but I still want to be involved in this wonderful community,” he said.
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The decision did not sit well with Mr Gulaptis, who felt it was a slap in the face for people in regional areas.
As Mr Gulaptis counts down the months, weeks, and days to the state election in March, he still has plenty on his plate. Last week he gave a commitment to local nurses to take their concerns over their work conditions to Sydney and Regional Health Minister Bronnie Taylor, when he addressed a rally in Market Square, Grafton.
Mr Gulaptis has come out in support of another underdog, former NSW Nationals leader John Barilaro.Heisa fan of the former deputy Premier whom he credits with the massive spend in regional NSW. He said the controversy over his appointment as trade commissioner to New York was not a good look and deserved censure, but it wasn’t the first and won’t be the last “jobs for the“Outboys”.ofall the leaders I was under I admire Barilaro,” he said. “He fought for regional NSW tooth and nail and if it wasn’t for him, we wouldn’t have the Iluka Ambulance Station, we wouldn’t the Grafton Regional Gallery, we wouldn’t have the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange, we wouldn’t have the hospital.
“He was not in my mind a politician, he was a chippy, as he described himself, who had a passion for the regions. “And I like that, because that’s how I feel I am.”
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Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis and Richmond Valley Council Mayor Robert Mustow deploy the golden shovel at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange.
Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis celebrates the opening of the new Grafton Bridge with two long time bridge activists Ron Bell and Des Harvey. Not only did Chris Gulaptis cross the foor to vote against a greyhound ban in NSW, he attracted millions of dollars of funding to rejuvenate the Grafton Greyhound track.
When the vote came, he and fellow Nationals Katrina Hodgkinson and Kevin Humphries crossed thePersonally,floor.
North Belongil – the next big listing out of Byron Bay
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Sergiacomi’s31,Wednesday,development.ListedonlylastAugustagentChristianphone is already running hot, with mostly national rather than international calls from cashed-up but discreet, domestic buyers.“There’s a new wave of entrepreneur looking for that environmental angle, to appreciate and offset, rather than contribute to the concrete jungle,” Christian Sergiacomi from Pacifco Property said.And with a strict ‘edict’ from his clients, vendors Brian and Peggy Flannery.“They’re very, very selective. They really want us to fnd the right buyer, who appreciates nature and is opposed to the land overdevelopedbeingbut rather who wants to take it to the next level regarding the environment and sustainability. There has to be an emotional attachment from the buyer who wants to be engaged here, it’s not just about numbers.”
“Once it’s gone, it’s gone” – 40ha just listed for sale in North Belongil Beach
Oh! What money can buy.Cast your imagination to 40 hectares of untouched, unfolding, beachfront land stretching 3-kilometres north from Belongil Beach to Tyagarah Nature Reserve, which has just hit the market for a cool $160-million. That’s $160-millionright,.. or $4-million per hectare; surely a record price for the Far North Coast’s most-famous gone,”beach.”intoinRiverssalehandlingPacifcoElementsluxurythey’ve$18.5twelveproperty,‘Northhalf-slicePeggybillionairesbeen‘eco-parcel’turned-hipsterhippie-town.Thiseye-wateringhasjustlistedbyBrisbaneBrianandFlanneryasaoftheirtotalBelongilBeach’purchasedyearsagoformillion,andwheresincecreatedeco-resort,ofByron.ChristianSergiacomiofProperty–nowtheunequalled-toldTheNorthernTimesit’s“aoncealifetimeopportunitysecure100acresByronBayonthe“Onceit’sgone,it’sheadded.
Leslie Carroll, Dawn Rayner, Roz Redwood and Lorraine Pedder of Evans Head CWA with a young friend.
10 The Northern Rivers Times September 8, 2022 NEWS By Samantha Elley Since the beginning of the food, many people have been helping provide meals for those who lost their kitchens and have no home to go to. One such group is the Evans Head CWA. Every Wednesday, they have been providing the Woodburn Hub with yummy morning teas through their trademark baking skills. They have provided such delights as carrot cake, date loaf and more, as well as all manner of preserves, jams, and relishes. This has been the opportunity for locals who may be feeling isolated in their deserted community, to come together for a cuppa, a chat, and some cake. “The ladies have baked over 400 cakes over the last six months,” said CWA representative Roz Redwood.“Nowthey need to care for themselves and those close to them. “(There will be) individuals contributing on a less regular basis.” Thank you to the Evans Head CWA Ladies for their commitment to the Woodburn community over the past six months
The offering is one, whole parcel of 39.75ha of naturally vegetated land. Recent rezoning by Byron Shire Council permits further subdivision of the large lot into four x 10ha lots or 9 x 4.4ha lots with just one residence per lot. If subdivided, the northern-most lot must comprise 65-acres and remain an ‘e-zone’ with strict controls on location and scale of any housing
Baking over 400 cakes for food victims
Christian Sergiacomi of Pacifco Property said. Not surprisingly some of the interest is “from right here in town,” Christian added. The (wildest) dreamsite is connected to town infrastructure, is less than 3-kilometres to Byron’s town centre, and might front on to one .. or two lesser-known local breaks. Belongil sale
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It’s been a massive exercise in self- restraint not to previouslycommentonthe rapidly disintegrating NSW Perrottet Govt, but hey, who could complain about the great job of self-destructing they’re doing themselves. If the appalling Barilaro scandal didn’t smell enough of rotten pork and has a lot more mileage in it, there is another putrid stench emulating from the office of the recently sacked Fair trading minister Eleni Petinos after claims of improper relationships with property developers were publicly aired and NSW doggydoggy(decisioninvestigationthencommunities$252caughtGladyswhenfallingoddforofaboutdisgust,resigningChandlercommissionerBuildingDavidseeminglyoutofpurefair-dinkumtalkasystemicsenseentitlementandjobstheboys(andthegirl).ItallstartedapartfortheGovtformerpremierBerejikliangotoutrortingthemillionStrongerfundandresignedafteranbyICACpending),intodealingswithformerboyfriend
Alan YambaMosley CONFUSION or perhaps Dumb and Dumber, what’s been happening in the funny pages known as the LetterMosleysection?hasdecided the Labour are a one term party, that is consistent with his views on the Liberal and Nationals,
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An old railway hut at Running Creek lovingly maintained and tended by two brothers affectionately known locally as The Glennapp Boys, last week turned 92
Keith PimlicoDuncan LEFT CONFUSION In reply to Mr Curran of Ocean Shores, NRT 30th June 2022. I find your version of the definition for “Leftard” quite offensive. Your words were.” Leftards, I presume meant to be some kind of abbreviation for Leftist Retards”. I suggest your description is a slur upon people with intellectual, mental, or physical disabilities. I simply do not think in such lowly hurtful ways. My definition of leftards is and always has been as follows.
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disgraced MP Daryl Maguire. What is it with these Coalition Govts, do they think they are just born to rule and bugger anyone else? the NSW Govt is marching toward oblivion and is hopefully about to join their recently sacked Federal mates. If this happens next March, (if the Govt lasts that long) all the mainland states and Federally will have progressive accountable Labor Govt’s and be in a much better position to rectify a lost decade of systemic mismanagement under these incompetent and corrupt Coalition Govt’s, especially after their reckless and chaotic indifference in handling the rapidly increasing climate emergency; the future is finally looking very rosy indeed.
Once a Vaccine becomes Approved it is no longer Experimental, stop looking at web sites for dummies, otherwise you will become as confused as needcommunity!MacDonaldlivinginTherejustdidgovernment,toisbeentheofficeout?Labour,itlostexample.thethat’syourrelybyMacDonaldMacDonald.isconfusedmylettersbutifyouonSkyTVtodothinkingforyou,tobeexpected,aslastlotofdrivelisanTheCoalitiontheelectionbecausehadmorevotesthanworkthatoneLabourhavebeeninfor100days,soallnewcoststhathaveworkinguptonowtheirfault,nothingdowiththepreviousMorrisonnothingwronghethoughthewasGod.are20housesPimlicoimaginewithDuncanandinyouryouwouldahardhat.
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a conservative free parliament, the green leftard’s running amuck with President Bandt and Secretary of State Thorpe pushing our country into the third world, it is too horrifying to think about. I suggest you take a Bex and have a good lie down. Rest assured crusty Bowan has energy under control?
One Nation which is now a party of one, Palmer United Aust Party whose only elected member can’t unite with anyone, and the poor male independent members who can’t join the Teals because they look silly in a dress. ‘But he’s not confused.Duncan is behaving like a sore winner, O’Neill must have been asleep when we were told that the Covid Vaccine wouldn’t stop us from getting it or spreading it, just dying from it. Although masks did help with the spread of it and the Flu. Covid is not the Flu Donald and taking tablets for Horses with constipation won’t stop you from getting it but will keep you regular.
It was so good to see Luke O’Neill’s comments in NRTimes 1/9/22. I agree that we have been lied to by the media, govt and authorities about many things. E.g., climate change and covid are real, it’s how they’ve been manipulated to make a crisis that’s wrong. People/sheeple are just following the govt as if the govt, science and our health leaders wouldn’t allow anything to harm us and our govt and health workers are just doing their jobs otherwise they will be out of a job so who do you trust, definitely not the ones promoting and profiting from these crises. So here’s some stats from promoted?werevaccinationspeakscorrectagainhaveinAug/Septstarted(seewithinCOVID-19historical(13.5%)16,124historical(16.6%)July,wereoccurred75,593latest-releasemortality-statistics/causes-death/provisional-gov.au/statistics/health/https://www.abs.‘In2022,thereweredeathsthatby31Mayandregisteredby31whichis10,757morethantheaverage.InMaythereweredeaths,1,922abovetheaverage.DeathsduetoincreasedMaywhencomparedMarchandAprilarticle).’Itlookslikedeathsincreasingaround2021,peakedJan/Feb2022,andnowstartedtopeakinMay.AmIinsayingthesearehappeningafterorboostersbeingenforced/Itcanbedebated
whether it’s really covid and/or comorbidities killing people, or the vaccines or drugs like Remdesivir that ruins kidneys that is causing the death rate to go up. Do your own research and you might find things like having too many boosters may decrease your innate immune system.
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A Drunkard is defined as someone who is habitually drunk, A Laggard is defined as someone who continually falls behind. A Leftard is someone who is habitually left, nothing more nothing less. If you had asked for my definition, I would have happily been forthcoming with an answer. We are still waiting for your compilation of adjectives, sayings etc: from other contributors. You found it easy to highlight mine. Replies from all of the climate bothers and alarmists with solutions to the energy and revenue replacement when the current clowns in Government stop the export of gas and coal are non-existent, where are you all? Do you not have an answer? You all have plenty to say about coal and gas and electric vehicles, however you just can’t grasp or choose to ignore the don’thugewouldvotegavemajorityReally?Liberal,youseebeingfreedomsyourGovernmentinvasiveincreasinginevitable2030,shortagesLookburpherdenforcefertilizer?todoEinstein’sHowusingbannedgovernmentsthe2030.reductionLaborconsequencescatastrophicoftheparty’s43%inCo2byTakealookatNordiccountries,havefarmersfromNitrogenfertilizers.longuntilouringovernmentthesame?EvertriedgrowacropwithoutThentheywillfarmerstoreducenumbersastheyandflatulateCo2.forwardtofoodwellbeforeblackoutsareandanever-controllingleftistcontrollingeverystep.Youraregraduallyeroded;can’tyouthis?MrMosley,areserious?eradicatetheNationalparties?Ifeelthe35.69%ofpeoplethatthemtheirfirstinthe2022electionpossiblyhaveaissuewiththat,you?Imagine
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G. PimlicoMacDonald PETROL It’s obvious the Albanese government isn’t fairdinkum about looking after battlers if he doesn’t keep the petrol excise halved for another six months at least. They say it will cost them 3 billion in lost revenue. Well stop wasting money on buying stupid military crap we don’t need the billions wasted on the military by the government should be going to Joe public in the form of cheap petrol. Of course, petrol again will again be over two dollars and affect the cost of living significantly in the form of transport cost being passed on to consumers. So much for being the party of the battlers no different to the liberal national party stooges pathetic. The sooner there’s another election and we can elect more independents the better all major parties are corrupt.
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development was first rejected by the NSW Land and Environment Court in 1997, the impacts of climate change have become increasingly apparent, particularly in the last few years contributingcommunitiesandunprecedentedwithbushfiresfloodsdisplacinganddirectlyto the current biodiversity crisis.“Toapprove a proposal for 174 dwellings on sensitive flood and bushfire prone land adjacent to the Evans River would have been absolute madness” Mr Morrison said. “It would have ignored the lessons that should have been learned from the recent disasters by establishing a new community in a vulnerable, high-risk location.“Predicted sea level rise coupled with storm surges from intense andincreasewillsystemslow-pressureoffthecoastseeriverfloodinginfrequencyseverity.While communities severely impacted by the recent floods are being relocated away from high-risk areas it makes no sense to develop more flood prone land. “The site was lucky to be spared the impact of the 2019-20 bushfires which devastated much of the region and may not be so lucky when the next catastrophic bushfire season occurs. “Plans by the developer to appeal the decision are not surprising given the numerous attempts that have been made to get approval for the Morrisondevelopment,”unsustainableexcludedwillprevailchangerealitiesacceptancesincedevelopment1988,howeveroftheofclimatewillhopefullyandthesitebepermanentlyfromMrsaid.
Lismore’s Head to Health Hub has extended its opening times, now open afterhours and on weekends, making it even easier for local residents to access mental health support.
theSupport–CommercialtheMrtheirimpactedcommercialmakepracticalisbutcher,ororeconomytodoors,businessespremisesthetheNSWMinister$50,000.”betheownerscommercialsaid.possible,”theirbusinessescommercialprogramGulaptisNationalsBusinessPropertyRiversthanksbacksupportsoonRichmondinownerscommercialFlood-impactedpropertyandlandlordstheClarenceandValleyswillbeabletoapplyfortogetbusinessesupandrunning,tonewNorthernCommercial–Returntogrants,ClarenceMPChrissays.“The$30millionwillhelprepairpremisessocanreopendoorsassoonasMrGulaptis“Flood-impactedpropertyandlandlordsinNorthernRiverswillabletoapplyforuptoDeputyPremierandforRegionalPaulToolesaidgrantswillsupportrepairofcommercialtohelpreopentheirgetlocalsbackworkandkeepthemoving.“Whetherit’salocalcaférestaurant,hairdresserstore,mechanicsorthisprogramaboutdeliveringasolutionthatwillarealdifferenceforlandlords,andbusinessowners,staffandcustomers,”Toolesaid.ApplicationsforNorthernRiversPropertyReturntoBusinessGrantwillopenatendofSeptember.Customersareableto register to be notifed when applications open by contacting Service NSW on 13 77 88.
NEWSThe14 Northern Rivers Times September 8, 2022 MORE GRANTS TO HELP FLOODHIT CLARENCE AND RE-OPENBUSINESSESVALLEYRICHMONDTHEIRDOORS
Iron Gates Decision Welcomed
The Northern Rivers Commercial Property – Return to Business Support Grant is part of the $3.5 billion committed by the Australian and NSW governments to help the communities impacted by the recent foods. For a full list of all available support, visit nsw.gov.au/foods or call Service NSW 13 77 88.
The decision by the Northern Regional Planning Panel to reject the controversial Iron Gates development at Evans Head, has been welcomed by the North Coast floods,”submergedlimitedresidentsthealsoRivervaluesindigenoustoissuestwentyapparent.tocommunityoverwhelminghearingspokelocalenvironmentitJimCouncil,EnvironmentwithPresidentMorrisondescribingasawinfortheandthecommunity.MrMorrison,whoatTuesday’snoted“theoppositionthedevelopmentwasMorethanspeakersraisedaboutthethreatslocalbiodiversity,culturalandtheEvansitself.Therewereconcernsaboutsafetyoffutureatasitewithaccess,thatwasintherecenthesaid.“Sincethis
Located at the Lismore Health Precinct at Southern Cross University, the Lismore Head to Health hub is now open MondayFriday 10am to 8pm and Saturday-Sunday 12 noon to NorthFunded8pm.byHealthyCoastthrough the PHN Program, Head to Health offers free mental health support both in-person and over the phone.Healthy North Coast CEO Julie Sturgess said Head to Health was a welcoming entry point for shametwocommunitybeenadviceseekingtreatmentassessmentengagement,andforpeoplementalhealthandsupport.‘Withallthathasthrownatouroverthepastyears,there’snoinsayingyou’re feeling overwhelmed or just want to talk things through,’ Ms Sturgess said.‘It’s really important that we prioritise our mental health and wellbeing and reach out if we need help.’ Healthy North Coast has needs.andinformation,theand5pm.weekdaysto1800insnotandserviceLismoretoprovidercommissionedrecentlylocalOpenMindsprovidethein-personHeadtoHealthforthoseaged18over.Referralsarenecessaryandwalk-arewelcome.Thefreehelplineon595212isopenallagesandoperatesfrom8.30am-‘HeadtoHealthisfreecanconnectyoutorightmentalhealthcounsellingservicestosuityourIreallyhope people take that frst step rather than push their concerns aside,’ said Ms Sturgess.Formore information, free call 1800 595 212 or visit org.au/head-to-health-https://hnc. helpline.TheLismore Head to Hub is located at the Lismore Health Precinct, Southern Cross University Health Clinic, P Block North, Rife Range Road, East Lismore.Headto Health is not an emergency service. For 24/7 emergency support, call: • 24hr Mental Health Line — 1800 011 511• Lifeline — 13 11 14 • Beyond Blue — 1300 224 636 • For children under 12 years: Kids Helpline — 1800 551 800In an emergency, call 000 or go to your nearest hospital department.emergency Lismore Head to Health broadens community support with new opening hours
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The underwater drone is fitted with a camera and a net to scoop up debris. Council’s Water Supply and Quality technical officer Brendan Tyndall has been therehireit,foroperatingremotelythetechnologyafewweeks.“SinceIstartedusingwehaven’tneededtodiverswhenwethinkmightbeanissueat a reservoir,” Mr Tyndall said. “There’s no more waiting for visual inspections as we can quickly deploy the droneCouncilourselves.”supplies Tweed households and businesses with high serviceswateraffordablequality,andreliableandwastewaterfromcatchment to the tap and from the tap to theToocean.findout more about Council’s water supply and assets, go to supply-assets.water-wastewater/water-nsw.gov.au/property-rates/tweed.
Reservoir drone operator Brendan Tyndall NEW DRONE TECHNOLOGY SAVING COUNCIL TIME AND MONEY
understand when works aren’t needed, this has the potential to reduce the amount of cleaning and maintenance work we undertake.“Thedrone is just one way we sustainably operate and maintain the Tweed’s water assets, systems and networks. It’s part of our commitment to provide safe, sustainable and affordable water supply services as the foundation of a healthy community.”Tweed
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Drone technology is being used to inspect the Tweed’s 40 water reservoirs, saving Council time and money. The new technology has been introduced in recent weeks as a way to more easily scan for information about the structure and quality of the water held in each qualityinformationstructuralourcanJowettandthereservoirsinspectionssizereservoirs,real-timeCounciladroneJowettoperationsWaterreservoir.andWastewatermanagerBriesaidtheunderwaterwoulddoubleasdivebuddy,allowingtoquicklyviewintheinsideofthewhichvaryinanddepth.“Wecannowconductoftheourselves,onground,straightawayatverylowcost,”Mssaid.“Usingthedrone,wecheckfordamagetoreservoirsandotherissuesandgetonwaterfasterthanbefore.“Ifwecanalsobetter
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Member for Lismore Janelle Saffn says she is disappointedbitterlywith the NSW eagerlyandvoluntarybuybacks,thetheeagerlymemberssites.possiblelandholdersofannouncementGovernment’stodayanEOIprocessfortoidentifydevelopment“OurcommunityhavebeenanticipatingannouncementofEOIprocessforrelocatable,landswaps,house-raising.“TheywereNOTawaiting a landholders EOI process.“After six months wait, we get this pathetic little announcement.
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Member for Lismore Janelle Saffn
“We already know where the available land is.“Landholders have been coming to me for the last six months
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On 17 August, the NSW Department of Premier & Cabinet (DP&C) called for applications for half or part-day local public holidays.Applications are due to DP&C by Friday 11 November and must be accompanied by a Council resolution and feedback from extensive community consultation.Thefollowing part-day local public holidays have been proposed by the Maclean Show Society, Clarence River Jockey Club and Jacaranda Festival:MACLEAN SHOW: Applicable to Police Patrol Districts of Maclean, Yamba and Iluka, within the Clarence Valley Local Government Area: • 2023: Wed 26 April 2023 1-5pm • 2024: Wed 17 April 2024 September.laterforwardedwelcomeproposedOctoberNovemberCouncilwithinFESTIVAL:Julyarea;ClarenceGraftonJulyarea;ClarenceGraftonRAMORNIE1-5pmRACES:CitywithintheValleyCouncil•2023:Wed1220231-5pm•2024:TBAGRAFTONCUP:CitywithintheValleyCouncil•2023:Thurs1320231-5pm•2024:TBAJACARANDAGraftonCitytheClarenceValleyarea;•2023:Thurs220231-5pm•2024:Thurs311-5pmSubmissionsforthesedatesaremostandshouldbetoCouncilnothan5pmFriday30
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InFlying-foxes:theTweed, we are lucky to have greyheaded fying-foxes which are recognised as ‘vulnerable’ to extinction, and black fying-foxes helping pollinate our trees and disperse seeds to regenerate forests. Over the past 3 years, Council has received State and Federal funding to restore more than 6 hectares of lowland rainforest habitat in collaboration with landholders, improved and created more than 1 hectare of forest at Cudgerie Reserve, Pottsville for fyingfoxes to roost and feed in, and is working with a landholder and Tweed Landcare at Kynnumboon to create and restore 4 hectares of foraging and roost habitat over the next 8 years.Call Friends of the Koala on 02 6622 1233 to report a sick or injured koala or report koala sightings at curlews.nsw.gov.au/bush-stone-Stone-curlewssightingsgov.au/koalas.tweed.nsw.ReportofBushattweed.
Platypuses are listed as ‘near threatened’ in Australia, however there is little information on their population size in the Tweed. Learn about some of the Tweed’s threatened species at a free community event on Friday 16 September from 5.30 pm at the Tweed Regional Museum in Murwillumbah.
the Tweed Coast Koala Plan of Management in 2015. And koalas are using them! Monitoring has shown koalas to be using around 80% of the sites, some as soon as 18 months after planting.
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Platypuses are listed as ‘near threatened’ in Australia however, there is little information on the animal’s population size or trends in the Tweed. Council’s River Health Grants have invested more than $2 million across 200 properties since 2006 to restore riparian vegetation and manage bank erosion throughout the Shire. These projects have led to water quality and improvementshabitatand help protect platypus habitat.
identifed – a signifcant increase on the 31 pairs recorded during the previous season. Council is providing enhanced habitat at 4 known breeding and foraging locations on the coast for these iconic Platypuses:birds.
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Free talk part of events to mark National Threatened Species Day
BushspeciesTweed’stheaSeptemberDayThreatenedtheau/native-plants-wildlife.onlineprovided.refreshmentsPleasebookattweed.nsw.gov.TheeventwillfollowmarkingofNationalSpeciesonWednesday7whichistimelyreminderofneedtoprotectthethreatenedincluding,koalas,Stone-curlews, platypuses, and fyingfoxes.Theday is noted across the country to raise awareness of plants and animals at risk of extinction and Council’s dedicated staff have achieved great results in their efforts to protect the Tweed’s internationally signifcant environment. Since 2009, 281 grants under Council’s Biodiversity Grant Program have restored 300 hectares of habitat on private land. The program has helped conserve threatenediconicplant and animal species such as the koala, grey-headed fying fox and Coolamon rainforestAdditionally,tree. since its launch in 2013, Council’s Land for Wildlife program has helped 202 severalanimalthreatenedaThisTweed’saroundlandholdersprivateconserve15%ofthenaturalhabitat.habitatprovideshomefordozensofplantandspeciesandthreatened ecological communities. To highlight how important the environment is to Council and the community, more than 350 people recently helped shape the future of the Tweed’s natural environment by participating in a community survey. Council’s Senior Program Leader –Biodiversity Scott Benitez Hetherington was appreciative of the level of interest from the community.“Theinput from these surveys will be used to prepare a new conservation strategy for the Tweed that will set our plan to protect our natural environment, manage our land and deal with conservation issues,” Mr habitathectarestreesplantcommunitylandholdersworkingareaCouncil’sournativeattentionisThreatenedspecies.especiallynaturalourcommunityworkcommitmentHetheringtonBenitezsaid.“AtCouncil,ouristotogetherwiththetoreduceimpactontheenvironmentandourthreatenedThisNationalSpeciesDayanopportunitytodrawtomanyofourspecieswhoneedhelp.”Someexamplesofworkinthisinclude:Koalas:Councilhasbeenwithandgroupstomorethan55,000providing62ofnewkoalasinceadopting
Planning Offcer Marama Hopkins and Tweed Regional Museum curator Erika Taylor. Discussion will include: • the origin, evolution, and assembly of our •Gondwananamazingforestsanexample of how we are managing one important threatened species vital for the health of these forests • research being undertaken to model the impacts of climate change on one local threatened plant species to help us conserve it into the Spacesfuture.arelimited and bookings are essential. Light
Monitoring and active management of the Tweed’s threatened population of Bush Stone-curlews has seen a positive increase in breeding pairs in recent years.
The successful at-home caravan program for food-affected Northern Rivers residents will be expanded to more communities to provide additional medium-term housingMinisterrelief.forEmergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke said the program is being extended to include residents in 15 areas across the Ballina, Lismore and Tweed local government areas (LGAs).“Housing is the biggest challenge in the food recovery effort and there is no tosolutionone-size-fts-allwhenitcomesmedium-termhousing solutions,” Ms Cooke said.“Caravans have already been delivered to more than 110 households in Woodburn and we want this opportunity to be rolled out to more communities in the Northern resident’sandsourcedCaravansRivers.”willbefromCamplify,locatedontheprivate property at no cost, with properties assessed during a face-to-face application process between owners and Resilience NSW to ensure it can safely accommodate a caravan. Residents in the following areas will be able to register for the athome caravan program:
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• Ballina Vale,Ballina,Ballina,LGA:EastEmpireKeithHall, Patches Beach and West Ballina; • Lismore LGA: East Lismore, North Lismore and South Lismore; and • Tweed LGA: Burringbar, Condong,Chinderah, Mooball, South Murwillumbah and CamplifyTumbulgum.CEOJustin Hales said the caravans provide people in need with a reliable home, and called on more caravan owners to consider registering their vans to the“Bycause.repurposing our caravan supply we can give people a place to stay on their own properties while they manage the diffcult task of repairing and rebuilding from the foods,” Mr Hales said. “Camplify will work with Resilience NSW to source and coordinate the placement of the vans through its community of van owners within its relief program.” Residents can register for the at-home caravan program at: • Ballina Indoor Sports Centre, 63 Cherry Street on Wednesday 7 and Friday 9 September between 9am and 4pm; • Lismore assistancerecoverypoint, Harold Fredericks car park on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 September between 9am and 4pm; and • Murwillumbah Recovery Centre, 9amSeptemberonTumbulgumCivicMurwillumbahCentre,10-14RoadThursday8betweenand4pm.
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RESILIENT LAND PROGRAM “A POSITIVE STEP TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE RECOVERY”
That is how Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis described the NSW Government’s launch of the Resilient Land Program, an initiative which will identify land in the Northern Rivers to be considered for potential future developments. “This is part of a larger plan to build back more resilient communities – a plan that will also deal with retrofts, house raising and land buybacks,” Mr Gulaptis said.“Today’s Resilient Land Program announcement is about seeking expressions of interest from landholders to identify land available for future development.” Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the NSW Government will work with councils, local organisations and developers to identify suitable land. “We need to know what land is available to help us engage with residents, businesses and developers about the long-term recovery planning –we’re not just rebuilding for now, we are building back better for years to come,” Mr TooleNorthernsaid. Rivers CorporationReconstructionChief Executive David Witherdin said the EOI will consider factors such as location away from high-risk food and bushfre areas, land larger than two hectares, and proximity to existing towns with planned or enabling infrastructure including power, water, sewerage and communications. “We don’t want to just build back anywhere, and a key consideration is ensuring residents can relocate to areas with existing community infrastructure and amenities, so they can start their lives afresh, not from scratch,” Mr Witherdin said. To register interest or for further information, go to: nsw/northern-rivers-nsw.gov.au/regional-https://www. corporation/reconstructionresilient-land-program. Details about further recovery and rebuilding programs will be announced soon. The Australian and NSW governments have invested more than $3.5 billion to help food-impacted communities recover through programs such as the Flood Property Assessment Program and Disaster Relief Grants program, which are making homes safe and habitable.
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OFFICIAL OPENING OF NEW TENNIS COURT AND PLAYGROUND AT CHILLINGHAM
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the NSW Department of Planning and Environment, Giselle Howard, said the Improving Floodplain Connections Program will existingcomplementfoodplain harvesting licensing and regulationsmeasurementby improving foodplain connectivity in areas where unapproved food works – some up to 30 years old – are impeding natural fows.
“We’re committed to licensing and regulating foodplain harvesting and we’re serious about ensuring unapproved food works become compliant,” Ms Howard said.“We’re targeting high-priority structures that either need to be removed or modifed to ensure they’re following the rules. “This means improved fows over foodplains and improved connectivity, resulting in a healthier natural environment and better outcomes for downstream water users.“When it comes to foodplain management, we’re full steam ahead to deliver outcomes that are decades overdue. This is an accelerated program that will allow us to achieve by 2024 what would have taken more than 15 years to realise.”Theprogram is delivered in partnership with the ResourcesNaturalAccess Regulator (NRAR) and various NSW agencies and will target a range of unapproved food works including levees, embankments, roads, dams and channels.
The communityChillinghamcame out in full force today to celebrate the opening of the recently upgraded tennis court and playground in the Tweed School children, parents and community leaders attended the official opening to mark the completion of the new facilities, which included a ribboncutting ceremony by Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot MP and Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry.While most of the project was completed in July, the final touches including line-marking on the courts, was finished last week. Upgrading of the old tennis courts, which were badly damaged in the 2017 flood, was identified as a high priority project in Council’s Open Space Strategy 2019-2029 and has been designed to appeal to all ages and abilities with equipment for babies, toddlers, juniors, teens and even adults. The upgraded park is designed to reflect the village’s diverse community and integrates the local character of Chillingham and its farming history. Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot MP said she was delighted to officially open the new tennis court and playground today.“It’s been wonderful to see the community at Chillingham come together to enjoy this new space today,” Ms Elliot said. “We were pleased to be able to provide a grant for $270,000 from the InfrastructureRoadGovernment’sAustralianLocalandCommunityProgram for this upgrade and it was great to see how much this investment means to the local community here.” Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry said this new facility was part of Council’s commitment to creating more open, green space for everyone to enjoy. “This investment in open space will provide social, health and wellbeing benefits for the community for years to come,” Cr Cherry said.“A big concern for our rural communities in the past has been the lack of quality open spaces and park facilities so being able to provide more options for residents and young families to enjoy is very rewarding.”
Chillingham Public School students Pippa, Marlee, Andre and Oliver enjoying the monkey bars at the village’s new playground which was offcially opened today.
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Local resident Linda Bright said her son was loving the new play area. “The park has opened up a whole new world of playtime for the kids – it was so badly needed and is proving to be an absolute hit,” she said. “It’s really brought the community together, we are thrilled to be part of it. I enjoyed taking a moment to watch the kids play together in a spiritual atmosphere.” Council received a $270,000 grant from the InfrastructureRoadGovernment’sAustralianLocalandCommunityProgram to upgrade the park and tennis courts, with Council contributing a further $40,000 to the project.Findout more about the project and its history at yoursaytweed. com.au/chillingham.
“The program will look at 42 structures across 13 priority areas in the Border Rivers in this frst round,” Ms Howard said. The NSW Government will help landholders with design and assessment, but landholders will be responsible for the on-ground removal or modifcation.Thepriority areas across the Border Rivers were selected after assessment of hydraulic, ecological, and cultural impacts. More sites will be chosen and feld inspections will be carried out later this year and next year across the Darling,Macquarie,Gwydir,Barwon-andNamoi valleys.
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Ms Howard said the program will frst roll out across the Border Rivers, with NRAR feld offcers having commenced site visits there in July.
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Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said Coffs Harbour City Council is one of 41 councils across metropolitan and regional NSW eligible to receive a slice of up $300 million, under the latest round of the Accelerated Infrastructure Fund (AIF). “We’re significantfacingdemand for housing over the next 10 years, so this funding will help support our growing community,” Mr Singh said.“Iencourage local councils to nominate infrastructure projects ready for construction, like roads, sewerage systems and open space, to facilitate new housing supply.“TheAIF will help speed up the delivery of housing on the Coffs Coast, so more locals can get a key in the door of a newMinisterhome.”for Planning and Minister for Homes Anthony Roberts said the investment is part of a suite of end-to-end measures aimed at putting downward pressure on house prices and making home ownership a reality for more people in NSW. “This is a great example of State and togetherGovernmentLocalworkingtoaccelerate projects that stimulate the economy, fast-track new properties, and create jobs,” Mr Roberts said. “Our $2.8 billion housing package will provide a pipeline of hundreds of thousands of new homes and ensure locals and key workers moving to the regions have a place to call home. “Whether it’s housing in the suburbs of Sydney, Wollongong or Newcastle, or new estates in one of our regional hubs, we’re supporting councils across NSW to put in place the essential infrastructure that will help us build more homes.” Councils must nominate infrastructure projects by 30 September 2022 to be eligible to receive up to $120 million in funding through the AIF. The remaining $180 million of the $300 million allocated to AIF in the recent NSW Budget, will support 18 metropolitan councils.
The program is a joint initiative between the NSW Department of Planning and Environment, NRAR, WaterNSW and the NSW Department of Primary Industries thanks to $10.2 million from SustainableGovernment’sCommonwealththeRural Water Use Fund, and $1.08 million from the NSW Government. It will be completed by mid-2024. For more information, improving-foodplain-foodplains-project/programs/healthy-nsw.gov.au/water/plans-https://www.industry.visit: connectio
The Coffs Coast could benefit from a share of $120 million in funding from the NSW Government to fast-track the delivery of essential infrastructure and unlock thousands of homes in the regions.
“The North Coast has endured so many challenges over the past few years, particularly after the recent devastating foods which cost lives, homes, and livelihoods. “This new headspace will go a long way towards supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people in our community and I would encourage anyone who’s struggling to seek support when they need it.”
The headspacesupportbuildservice,toheadspacethewillNetworkPrimarysupportyoungpackagethetomillionwillservicepermanentestablishingNSWformentaldeliverGovernmentAlbanesewillmuch-neededhealthsupportpeopleontheNorthCoastbyanew,headspaceinBallina.HeadspaceBallinabefundedby$3.4overfouryears2025-26throughFloodResponsetomakesurepeoplehavethetheyneed.TheNorthCoastHealth(NCPHN)workcloselywithcommunityandNationalestablishthenewwhichwillonoutreachprovidedbyLismore as part of food relief measures for 2021–22. Over the past months, the NSW North Coast has felt the impact of major fooding disasters which has taken a severe toll on the mental health and wellbeing of locals, and particularly young people.According to the latest National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing 2020–21, young people aged 16-24 had the highest rate of mental health disorders of any age group with 40 per cent of this increase–previoushealthexperiencinggroupamentaldisorderinthe12monthsthat’sa50percenton2007 fgures.
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“We know young people, in particular, are experiencing an increase psychologicalin distress because of these events and a trusted provider like headspace will give them a place to seek support.” Assistant Minister, Justine Elliot said: “As your strong voice in the Albanese Labor Government I am proud to deliver a new, permanent headspace service in Ballina.
This year’s Clarence Valley Camp Oven Festival is set to spring back into action over the holiday weekend of 30th September to 3rd October 2022 at Nymboida Camping and Canoeing Centre. Festival Creative Director Laena Stephenson said, “We have overcome covid induced cancellations and food provoked postponements to make this festival happen.” “I want to thank all our workers, volunteers, performers and our loyal audience for their patience and tenacity. We can’t wait to bring the festival family back together for a celebration of the great AussieDespiteoutdoors.”thepostponement, most of the musical and workshop program remains intact, with a handful of exceptions. Most notably, the dirtgirlworld crew are unavailable on that weekend. In their place, the super-talented Hoozatt Entertainment mob will host additional kid-friendly workshops and hilarious performances alongside their brilliant street theatre antics.
The mental health and wellbeing of all Australians is a top priority for the Albanese Government, which is why we will deliver this vital headspace service for Ballina.While the new service is being established, young people can continue to access free telephone and webbased support services via eheadspace at www. headspace.org.au or by phoning 1800 650 890. Assistant Minister, Emma McBride said: “The GovernmentAlbaneseis proud to establish a new, permanent headspace in Ballina so we can make sure young people in this community have the support they need when they need it, close to“Overhome.the past 18 months, people living on the NSW North Coast have experienced signifcant trauma associated with the devastating foods and COVID-19 pandemic.
The festival has also added Grafton locals, The Manifested to the bill as well as the captivating and energetic Casino based band, Blinders who guarantee to ‘get any party“Asiderockin’.from the music, the glorious natural setting and family-oriented workshops and outdoor games, the main attraction is the food,” said Phil Nicholas, festival Event Manager. “There are many skilled amateur cooks out there who demonstrate their profciency with a camp oven at the festival, including in the Sunday cooking competition. And there are still spaces left for anyone who wants to enter.” For tickets, the revised festival program and competition entry forms, head to the festival website clarencevalleycampovenfestival.comwww.
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Like many businesses in the Northern Rivers, Rainbow Power Company was deeply impacted by the fooding events of February 2022. Our factory in Nimbin was cut off in every direction by fooding and landslides, the majority of our staff unable to reach our workplace for several weeks. Sadly, some lost their homes entirely. Fortunately, we had established robust systems for working from home during the pandemic, and our dedicated team were able to resume work once telecommunications were Ourrestored.focus in those early weeks and months was caring for our many customers who were impacted by the disaster, ensuring their power systems were safe and restoring their supply as quickly as possible.
Warranty and insurance replacements continue even now as the community slowly rebuilds. RPC has been supplying alternative power solutions to the Northern Rivers and beyond for 35 years, and continues to display strength, resilience and strong community bonds as we tackle the ongoing impacts of our changing environment.
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Counting the cost of the 2022 food in the Tweed
This includes damage to Council roads which is now estimated at $80 million - almost 4 times that of the 2017 food – with 10 signifcant landslips requiring extensive geotechnical analysis and repair. A total of 2,900 jobs have been logged for food repair on our road network of which 53% are completed, including 80% of emergency works. However, the remaining repairs are the most complicated and it is anticipated it will take at least 2 years to complete all the works. These fgures do not include the thousands of potholes across the Tweed caused by the water inundation.
Key statistics reveal full picture of the damage 6 months after deluge
NEWS26 The Northern Rivers Times September 8, 2022
Other key statistics reveal more than 75,000 tonnes of mud debris have been collected to date – with the fgure still rising – while an additional 26,000 tonnes of food waste including household goods was collected in the immediate aftermath of the food. A total of 90 Council buildings and facilities were inundated during the food, including the 50-metre swimming pool at Murwillumbah, the main Council depot at South Murwillumbah and the InformationVisitorCentre at Murwillumbah.
The Tweed’s food recovery continues to gather momentum as the full extent of the record food of February-March is revealed. As the community marks 6 months since the devastating deluge of 28 February, the cost of the recovery is becoming apparent with damage to Council infrastructure estimated at $100 million.
Property damage to private residences and businesses is also staggering. More than 2,100 homes were damaged in the food, with 500 deemed uninhabitable. The impact on businesses has been estimated at more than $57 million by the 193 businesses who voluntarily completed a food impact survey conducted by Council in the weeks after the food. Mayor of Tweed Shire Chris Cherry said attention remained on the future and what steps can be taken to prevent such widespread devastation from happening again. “We can’t do much to control the weather but we can plan better to make sure we are ready for any future events given the anticipated impact of climate change,” Cr Cherry said. “We want to build back better and are calling on the State and Federal governments to support funding for mitigation projects such as future land swaps for business and residential areas so we can move off the foodplain.
“It is now 6 months on, and our community is calling out for answers. We can’t afford to wait any longer – people need answers now about how to plan their futures.” Cr Cherry praised the Council staff who have worked tirelessly to help the community in their recovery efforts. “Our staff are working as quickly as possible, within the resources available to them, to help the community recover from this disaster,” she said. “I ask the community for their patience and understanding while we continue with this important work across a wide range of Council services. We are working collaboratively with our counterparts in the NSW Government to get certainty for people and strengthen our community’s resilience.” To keep up to date with Council’s food recovery efforts, visit dashboard.nsw.gov.au/recovery-tweed.
“Leemo has views on just about anything” Oooh .. what a disagreeable horrid cold windy day. (‘Leemo Cat’ here). The wind is blowing fercely. It is beastly chilly, even with my glossy thick furry winter coat. I fgured it wise to snuggle with my bears, mouse, puppy and wombat, in our armchair. But, of course, ‘Mum Jane’ kept rabbling away didn’t she? I cunningly dug down deeper, hiding in my plush blue blankie. OMG ... she kept on. ‘Leems, let’s have a chat’. Arrrrrgh! (TRULY, I’m sure a tree will fall down soon with this wind.) It seems though, Mum just HAS to ask me stuff whether a tree falls down or not. ‘Leems, to you, what does the word ‘Tradie’ mean?’ Oh Whew! ‘Cos I am so well read, I knew the answer. ‘Well Mum, a ‘Tradie’ is a skilled manual worker in a particular craft or trade. AND, Mum, Tradies are theoreticalhighprofessionals,consideredwithadegreeofboth&practical knowledge. ‘ That sure shut her up. Goodie! Then, I wondered, why is she asking this? I unwisely ventured to enquire as to the reason for her question and whether there was anything else she wanted to discuss. She pondered. ‘Yes, there is! Did you know there are ‘good’Tradies, and ‘not so good’ Tradies? And, Leems, do you reckon ‘skill’ is the whole deal or is there more to a ‘good’ Tradie? Well? ‘OK Mum, skills are clearly most vital. BUT, there is a VIP extra thing called ‘customer service skills.’ Since I’ve lived with you Mum, I’ve noted some ‘Tradies’ can be quite, well, dismissive of you ‘just cos you’re an old woman. (Whoohoo, that sure caused a meanie ‘stare-glare in my direction didn’t it!!) I remember a bloke you called about a cementing job who said ‘When’s your old man due home?’ I’m still amazed he didn’t faint from the words you said back. And the ‘gardener’ bloke, who turned up (after he ASSURED you he could look after our diffcult 4 tier yard without even looking at it) wearing a singlet, shorts & thongs. He quit after 20 minutes. Too diffcult.’ THEN, there was another one ( on advice of a friend) you hired to re-line the walls of our shower downstairs. He KINDA did it, but left mess everywhere, and had neglected to “seal” the new wall linings. AND, remember Mum, the bloke who had to replace boards on our house when it was being re-painted. Well, he did that, but left the old boards, his own left-over materials & rubbish behind.’ Crikey, she’d gone pale so I gave her a purr kiss. But, Mum, RECENTLY you’ve ALSO met super duper really effcient, friendly skilful Tradies. They tum up on time, they do the job you asked them to don’tprofessionally,doandtreatyoulike a silly old woman. (Hmmm. Ponder!) You know, like the guys from ELECTRICSSPEEDY in Casino. Shayne, their boss, deserves a truly BIG 100% CREDIT and thank-you for the exceptional service and friendliness they deliver. That’s why you’re passing their details around. SO, MUM, in the overall scheme of things, I fgure we’re ahead .. don’t you? Crikey, I’m exhausted. Purrsies, Leemo.
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Residents from RSL Lifecare Byron Shire, recently attended a workshop highlighting the importance of food waste recycling and keeping food scraps out of landfll. The workshop was part of the “Let’s get our Scrap campaign,Together”delivered by North East Waste on behalf of Byron Shire Council, which aims to help residents make the most of their food and garden organics kerbside recycling. “Last year, Byron Shire Council diverted 6,543 tonnes of food and garden waste in green bins from landfll, and across the Northern Rivers region more than 42,000 tonnes were diverted from landfll,” Council’s Education Projects Offcer, Sarah Child, said. “The effort of our residents to recycle their food and garden waste should be commended, and we also recognise the value of those who home compost,” she said. “However, a large percentage of what goes into people’s landfll bins is food that could have been diverted into their green bin. In Byron thirdapproximatelyShire,oneofwhatwent into general waste (red lid) wheelie bin was food that could have been recycled into compost,” Ms Child said. “The contents of our green organics bins are processed and turned into high quality compost available to farmers and that’s a much better outcome than simply putting food into landfll. “But for it to remain quality compost, we need to make sure we are putting the correct items in the green bin and keeping the organics stream clean,” she said. As part of the Let’s get our Scrap Together campaign, North East Waste is talking to schools and community groups in the Byron Shire about the importance of recycling food“Everyonescraps. benefts when we recycle and that extends to food scraps,” Ms Child said. “By keeping our food scraps out of landfll we will not only nourish the soil, but reduce emissions too.” Information about the Let’s get our Scrap together campaign is on Council’s website. For media enquiries contact Linda Tohver from North East Waste on 0427 770 198.
An aerial shot of Condong sugar mill looking south, taken the day after the deluge of 28 February 2022
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Get your dancing shoes, (or boots) on! An art exhibition will be displayed in the hall, culminating in an artResilienceauction. agencies such as the RFS, SES, Red Cross and Resilient Uki will be in attendance, as well as talks, and yarn-ups in the Mavis’sElders’dedicatedspace.MajorpartnerKitchen will be at the Saturday morning produce markets in the Uki Hall, sampling the local goodies and transforming local produce into culinary magic, with tasting plates available and free to festival goers. Fine foodie trucks will be sourceddeliciousofferinglocallydelights, as well as a licensed bar stocked with the best of the local industries’ offerings.Artisanmarket stalls will offer hand-made original and bespoke goods.Return Gosels buses will run com/TheUkiFesthttps://www.facebook.FacebookcanandEntryisNot-For-Profit,leavebeingandshuttlewellhourMurwillumbahfromeveryallweekend,asasanhourlylocalbusforlocalsvisitors,whoareencouragedtothecarathome.TheUkiFestivalisandrunbyvolunteers.isFREE.Program,transportotherdetailsbefoundatthepage:
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Folks across the region are invited to visit Uki, one of the prettiest little villages in the Tweed Valley, with special thanks to the “Mud Army”, the extended community of volunteers who flocked to the Northern Rivers as first responders to assist the flood impacted community. To celebrate the recovery from the big floods of early 2022, the Uki community is hosting The Uki Festival, over the weekend of October 22nd and 23rd, 2022, a FREE world-class Music, Art, Dance, Food and Resilience CaringincludemanyElenaWhoppingBLAKBOI,JeromeWarrenHawkesWitney,EmmagenTheeverJacobi,OutTheperformancestheAshBlues-rootsonHatgospel-bluesentertainmentCeremony.aCountrywithbothwillFestival.Thefestivitiescommencedaysat10amaWelcometofollowedbytraditionalSmokingTheincludesstarsFitzandCaratheSaturday,andlegendGrunwaldonSunday,withfromBestofPoetsLoud,BillyoungestcontestantonVoice,Australia,Rain,JesseTheMandyBand,TheEarleBand,Williams,TheBigBand,BWilliamsandmore.DanceperformancesTheKidsforCountry indigenous dance troupe, a UkiledwhichtheBushwithcommunityforBootscootsponsoredforBootsBushiesandabushdancetheBale‘EmUpBandfeaturinginfamousRabbit–willbeproudlybythestudentsofPrimarySchool.
NEWS 27 September 8, 2022 The Northern Rivers TimesLocally owned and independent
“We can’t continue to build the way we have in the past, and this program will help ensure that we are planning and developing in a way that will protect lives and property by reducing risk as we move forward,” Mr Toole said. “We need to know what land is available to help us engage with residents, businesses and developers about the long-term recovery planning – we’re not just rebuilding for now, we are building back better for years to come. “The NSW Government will continue to work with councils, local organisations and developers to identify suitable land earmarked for future development.” Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke said reducing the risk of future floods requires a change to the use of flood-prone land. “Having spoken to hundreds of residents and businesses owners in the Northern Rivers, I know today’s announcement has been anticipatedeagerlybecause it is an important step towards recognising sites for future development,” Ms Cooke said.
The NSW Government today launched a program to identify land in the Northern Rivers that could be considered for potential future developments, as part of a larger plan to build back more resilient communities.DeputyPremier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Resilient Land Program is a critical step in the Northern Rivers recovery and rebuild effort to help ensure homes and businesses are more resilient to the impact of future disasters.
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Chief Executive Offcer Larry McHugh said World Macadamia Nut Day was about celebrating Australia’s truly exceptional native nut that had become a worldwide favourite and continuing to build the sustainability of the industry through versatilityrecogniseNuteducation.“WorldMacadamiaDayisawaytonotonlyitsandhealth benefts, but to advocate for the said.ofsustainablecontinuedproductionmacadamianuts,”he“Showingchildrenthe
A specialist horticulture farm located in the Northern Rivers region has broken ground marking the commencement of construction of their JobGovernment’sthegrantrecipientofinProvenanceglasshouse.state-of-the-artInNovemberlastyear,PropagationWellsCrossing,southGrafton,becametheofa$900,000providedthroughNationalsinNSWRegionalCreationFund.Nowreachingitsmost signifcant milestone to date, CEO and Managing Director of Provenance Propagation, Dr Jack Mooney, invited Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis onsite, gold shovel in hand, to mark the commencement ofMrworks.Gulaptis said with advanced climate control technology, targeted irrigation infrastructure and automated growing systems, this state-ofthe-art glasshouse will be the largest independent vegetable GovernmentNationalsI’medgeAustralia.theglasshousepropagationinNSWandEasternStatesof“ThisiscuttingtechnologyandreallythrilledtheinNSWisbacking such an exciting project that will see the company become a leader in the future of farming whilst giving back to the local community through job creation,” Mr Gulaptis said.“Regional NSW is the engine room of the state and backing local companies like Provenance Propagation stimulates aplanttoopportunities.locallivelihoodseconomies,regionalboostsandincreasesemploymentHavingtheopportunityutilisehisexpertiseinpropagationwithinworld-leadingfacility, Dr Mooney is confdent that the willProvenancepioneeringPropagationquicklybecome a national supplier of high-quality grafted vegetables, plants and seedlings.“We’revery excited to have construction.commencedThisis a frst for the Clarence Valley and for the state of NSW, with the project garnering enthusiastic attention from growers,” Dr Mooney said. “We have already engaged a number of local businesses during the building phase and once completed, it has the potential to create 45 new jobs for the region. “We are committed to helping develop regional economies such as the Clarence Valley and with plans already underway for Stage 2, the company can continue to cultivate jobs and meet the growing demand for high quality seedlings and grafted plants by Australian farmers.” The Regional Job Creation Fund supports eligible businesses with grants to purchase new equipment, expand facilities, technology,acquirecreate new production lines or establish businesses in regional NSW. For more information, com/RJCFund.to:investregionalnsw.go
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Chris Gulaptis joined with CEO & Managing Director of Provenance Propagation, Dr Jack Mooney and his trusty sidekick, son Henry, to celebrate the start of construction on what will be the largest independent vegetable propagation glasshouse in NSW and the Eastern States of Australia.
history and signifcance of macadamias is another way we can support our hardworking local growers and help the industry continue to grow in the long-term. “The trees donated are resilienceextraordinarygrowersLismoregrowing.”hubAustraliaisthroughandgenerationroyalty.throughavailableBreedersprotectedConservationbywhichtree,TheworkingConservationthatmacadamiaoftetraphylla)Macadamiarough-shelled(Macadamiatrees,onethenativewildspeciestheMacadamiaTrustistopreserve.otherisanMCT1thevarietyisownedtheMacadamiaTrustisunderPlantRightsandtogrowerspaymentofa“EducatingthenextofBundabergLismorelocalstheseinitiativesparamountinensuringremainstheofmacadamiaBundabergandmacadamiademonstratedinthefaceof
Marquis Macadamias and their growers have celebrated the macadamia industry on World Macadamia Nut Day, Sunday 4 September, by continuing to educate the next generation in Bundaberg and Lismore about this increasingly popular crop. In Lismore, Marquis Macadamias facilitated tree-planting at The Rivers cultivationaboutfacilityMarquisandHinklertheAnglicanstudentsnut.aboutweremacadamiatreeofreceivedCollege,SecondarywherestudentsadonationawildmacadamiaandanMCT1treeandabletolearnmoreAustralia’snativeInBundaberg,AgClubfromStLuke’sSchoolhadopportunitytovisitParkPlantationstheneighbouringMacadamiastolearnthesustainableprocessof macadamias frsthand. In nativewithconjunctiondonatingmacadamia and MCT1 trees, Marquis Macadamias donated $10,000 to the nativemacadamiaAustraliansupportdonatedMacadamiasSinceConservationMacadamiaTrust.2015,Marquishas$70,000inofconservingwildtreesintheirhabitat.MarquisMacadamia
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Coffs Coast sports clubs have received funding for new seating.allRugbyCrusadersforClubFootballincreasedofCanoetotopurchaseuniformsintroductionprogramClubreducingfemaleClubfollowinglocalwasthroughinacrosssportingwereProgram.Localtheinvolvedtoprogramsequipment,andfacilitiesgetmorepeopleinsportunderNSWGovernment’sSportGrantSevensportsclubsamong836organisationsNSWtoshare$3.9millionfundingthisprogram.Atotalof$50,000awardedacrossourcommunityfortheprojects:DiggersCricket–increasejuniorparticipationbycostsCoffsHarbourYacht–LearntoSailSouthsNetballClub–ofinclusiveCorindiPonyClub–ofequipmentpromotebetteraccesssportingprogramsCoffsCoastOutriggerClub–purchasesafetyitemstoenableparticipationNorthernStormandSports–newgoalpostsKororaCoffsHarbourJuniorUnionClub–abilitiesaccessand Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said the grants will help our local clubs to get more people involved in sport.“Sport is a way of life on the Coffs Coast. These grants provide essential funds to clubs for programs, equipment and facilities that will enable more people of all ages and abilities to participate in sport,” Mr Singh communities“Bringingsaid. together through sport provides many social, heath and economic benefts. Getting together with teammates on a weekend or midweek to play sport is so important for our physical and mental health.”Grants up to $20,000 were available under the program with up to $50,000 available in each electorate. For more on the Local Sport Grants Program and the full list of grant recipients, visit: programgrants/local-sport-grant-www.sport.nsw.gov.au/https://
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earlier this year, which saw delays in harvesting and nut.ourjoinWestorewhatbiscuits.creams,foodsinmacadamiasshouldMrtheindustry,developmentaandoverwillthereduction–to53,0000expectedminoronlymacadamiasetbacks,Despiteprocessing.theAustralia’sindustryexperiencedareductioninthecrop,withtonnesofcropbeharvestedthisyearonlyafourpercentcomparedtopreviousyear.“TheAustraliancropcontinuetoincreasethenext10years,weexpecttoseelotmoreproductintheespeciallyiningredientsspace,”McHughsaid.“Australiansexpecttoseeappearingavarietyofdifferentsuchasice-mueslisand“Weareexcitedtoseethefuturehasinformacadamias.hopeAustralianscanusincelebratingtrulyspecialnative
Aged care residents at Kyogle Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) are set to beneft from upgrades to the shared activity and entertainment spaces at the site, which are expected to be complete early next year. The new purpose-built residents’ lounge will provide both indoor and outdoor spaces to allow residents and their families and carers to exercise, relax or share a quiet moment away from the busy dining room. Executive Offcer/ Director of Nursing for the MPS Network, Nancy Martin, said the upgrades would provide residents with a safe area in which to connect with loved ones, or sit peacefully in refection.“Bestpractice care for older people, including those who may be living with dementia, involves having a variety of spaces which are suited to specifc activities, such as eating and drinking, relaxing and resting,” Ms Martin said. “The new lounge area extension will enable our residents to move more freely between the different living spaces such as the Chapel, dining room and garden courtyard.”“Thisupgrade will also make the most of the beautiful views of the Kyogle countryside which residents will be able to appreciate from the covered verandah.” Projects at three other local toServicesMulti-Purposearealsohelpingimprovetheamenities for aged care residents in communal spaces, and provide a more homelike and comfortable environment.BonalboMPS will receive a new garden, complete with mobility pathways, secure fences and shared spaces, while at Nimbin MPS a new access ramp connecting the courtyard and garden to the dining room deck will create a better connection between existing spaces. At Urbenville MPS, a new backyard space with tool shed, raised garden beds and BBQ area will provide residents with a more environment.homelyTheprojectsarejointly funded by the Australian Government’s MPS Minor Capital Works program and Northern NSW Local Health District, are expected to be completed in the frst half of 2023.
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Lismore City Council has more than 70 free refurbished laptops, tablets and desktop computers to give away to food-affected local businesses. Council’s General Manager John Walker said after the February natural disaster, Council reached out to its business partners Vestone and Renew IT asking if they could assist our business community. “I would like to thank both companies for their very generous donations,” Mr Walker said. “Our local businesses are doing it tough at the moment, and donations like this goes along way to helping them get back on their feet and start operating again.” Vestone Capital’s Senior Relationship Manager, Tom Mitrovic said: “We hope these devices are of assistance and help the council and local businesses towards recovery.” Council staff have installed a basic operating system and all devices are ready to be handed out to the business community. Please note these computers are not being provided with warranty or access to tech support. If your business was foodaffected and you would like to apply for a free device, please go to https://bit.ly/3pRwXRJ where you can also nominate a time for collection. There is a limit of one device per business address and will be distributed on a frst come, frst served basis. Council’s Engagement team will be distributing the devices from the Council Chambers at 43 Oliver Ave, Goonellabah on 1 & 2 September at designated times.Please note that as there are limited numbers of each item, which means you may not receive your preferred choice.
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Grafton’s brave frewomen and fremen are now pilots-intraining as they prepare for the arrival of the station’s frst ever frefghting drones, according to Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis.“Theseare small drones used for observation rather than putting out fames directly, but they are just as important,” Mr Gulaptis said. “They might look like toys, but these stateof-the-art machines are going to save Clarence lives one day.” Mr Gulaptis said each drone was connected to the Fire and theEmergencyfaster.”staymakeGraftonofinbesocommunicationRescue’snetworkthattheimagescanviewedandanalysedrealtimeatthesceneanemergency.“Thiswillhelpfrefghtersquickerdecisions,saferandactMinisterforServicesNationalsSteph
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NEWSThe30 Northern Rivers Times September 8, 2022
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Chairman of the NSW Cane Growers Association and Clarence Cane Growers Association Ross Farlow inspects one of the new frefghting drones with local Grafton Fire Station frefghter, Scott Purnell.
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“The day will be held on the Richmond Terrace next to the river which is willclosedbeautiful,”absolutelyshesaid.“Thestreetwillbeoffandtherebemarketstalls, a jumping castle, a show and shine and something forWhileeveryone.”Macca’s radio show will start at 5.30am, people are invited to come down from 8am onwards and enjoy the day and all Coraki has to offer.
Coraki Riverside Caravan Park and Camping Grounds The Coraki Riverside Caravan Park and Camping Grounds, located on Richmond Terrace is: pet friendly; within walking distance to shops; café and hotel; close to the town swimming pool (seasonal); and children’s play area. It is welcoming of caravan clubs, grey nomads, families, couples and singles. For more information visit discoverrichmondvalley.com.au or drop into one of the Richmond Valley’s visitor information centres in Casino and Evans Head. • Affordable family holiday accommodation • 21 powered sites, 12 unpowered • pacious camping sites • Shower, toilet, laundry facilities • Town water, dump point • BBQ facilities • Pet RECEPTIONfriendlyHOURS: 8am-7pm PHONE: 0439 428 513 EMAIL: corakicaravanpark@outlook.com Ian ‘Macca’ McNamara
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Anyone who listens to ABC radio on a Sunday morning will recognise the dulcet tones of Ian ‘Macca’ McNamara. He hosts the long-running show Australia All Over and will be broadcasting from Coraki on Sunday, September 11 from 5.30am.Theshow will be set up in Richmond Terrace and everyone is invited to come and enjoy the street party that will be happening at the same time.“Itcame about when the Melbourne Lions Club sent up 100 plush teddies to hand out to flood victims,” said Kyogle thempreschoolKnight.representativeLionsRoz“IwenttoCorakitopresentandfromthere we decided to bring down our barbeque and some gift hampers to make people feel better. “I was listening to Macca the following weekend and he was talking about driving through whatatheKyogleprofessional(McQueen,BroadwaterWoodburn,andCoraki.“ThenAtholex-boxerandresident)getsonphoneandgiveshimrevupandaskedhimtheMaccawas
“It is a not-for-profit event to bring some joy and entertainment to Coraki and lift people’s spirits,” said Cr McGillan.“Generally, Coraki residents are ok, and some are back in their own“Wehomes.aregetting back to being Coraki, but the supply of materials is the“Weproblem.areall in the same boat and insurance companies are being slow in payouts.”makingWhileCoraki struggles to getting back to where they were, Cr McGillan said they were past being shell-shocked and using their resilience to get back to their lives.
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going to do about it.” As a friend of Macca’s, Athol then made a formal request for Macca to come to Coraki which the radio star accepted. “I just said I’d bring a pair of gloves signed by (the late boxer) Johnny Famechon to be auctioned,” said Athol. Coraki organiseTransactionO’ConnorboardMcGillancouncillorandBusinesspresidentresident,oftheCorakiChamberRichmondValleyDebbiecameonwithKerryoftheRuralCentre,totheevent.
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• Blue Mountains • Byron Bay • BankstownCanterbury • Fairfield • Far West NSW • Inner Sydney • Lismore • Narrabri LGA • North-western NSW • Queanbeyan • Riverina region • Sydney’s inner west • Wagga Wagga With all Byron Writers Festival ticket holders receiving free travel on the Byron Solar Train, Byron Bay Railroad Company has put on extra services over the three-day event. 17 return services are running on each of the three days of the Byron Writers ByrontravelFestivalFestival.goerscanbetweentheBeachPlatform at the Shirley Street level crossing, next to the First Sun Caravan Park, and North Beach Station on Bayshore Drive, just before Elements of Byron Resort. “We are happy to be able to host the festival again this year” said Jeremy DevelopmentHolmes,Director for Elements of Byron Resort, and the Byron Solar Train. “After a quiet winter it’s lovely to see the crowds, to see the creative spirit. Festivals like this are so important to our community. We are just really happy to have it back”.The1949 era heritage train was converted from diesel to solar operation and given a second life as The Byron Solar Train, which launched in 2017. It remains the only full sized fully solar powered train globally. For informationmore byronwritersfestival.orgcom.auwww.byronsolartrain.visitorwww.
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The NSW Government is investing over $500,000 for security upgrades at more than 80 women’s refuges across NSW to protect women and children leaving domestic violence.Attorney General Mark Speakman said he was pleased to allocate funding for the security upgrades from the NSW Government’s Crime Prevention Fund. Mr Speakman said upgrading security at refuges is crucial to ensuring women and children feel safe when they seek shelter in a refuge.“Women accessing refuge services can be in the most desperate of circumstances, often fleeing the horror of domestic and family violence,” Mr Speakman said“We need to have a high level of security in place to protect residents from possible threats from abusers and also ensure that these women and children feel safe. “The security upgrades will include replacing external vandal-proofwithemergencyfluorescentlightingenergy-efficientlightsand the installation of additional external illumination in poorly lit areas, including front and back yards, pathways, garages and other outdoor structures.” Minister for Women’s Safety and the Prevention of Domestic and Sexual Violence Natalie Ward said the upgrades provide another layer of security for women and children as they recover from trauma. “Women should not have to fear what is lurking in the shadows, especially when they have made the difficult and complex decision to leave their homes to escape violence,” Mrs Ward refugeslighting“Completesaid.outdoorespeciallyathasbeenproven to be a strong crime deterrent. “Wherever you live in our state, you should be safe and you should feel safe.”The upgrades will be undertaken at more than 80 women’s refuges across the state, including in the following areas:
More than $60,000 will be invested by the Nationals in NSW Government to protect and promote some of the Clarence Valley’s most precious resources: its Aboriginal languages, Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis has promulgatingannounced.“Savingand our proud local Aboriginal culture and heritage is just as important as protecting at-risk native plants and animals; we owe it to future generations of Australians,” Mr GulaptisGummyaneysaid. Aboriginal Corporation will receive $10,400, Language$50,000hasCorporationinfants.promotewilllanguages.alsotheItactivitiesculturallylearningtargetPreschoolGummyaneyallowingAboriginalinGraftontoearlylanguagethroughimmersiveonCountry.willcovernotonlylocallanguage,buttwoneighbouringTheprojectsupportteachingandlanguageusetoMudyalaAboriginalatTownsendbeenawardedforitsYaeglforTomorrow project.Theproject involves producing Yaygirr language resource cards covering fve new topics to expand on the animal language cards already in use. They include action words, land and sea features, bush tucker plants and food, kinship/ family connections, local places and names. The new language cards are a terrifc educational tool to help school students increase their interaction and knowledge of local language and stories. The funding was approved
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6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: Any Given Sunday. (1999) 1.55 Bamay. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 Strait To The Plate. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 NITV News: Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Land Of Primates. 7.30 MOVIE: Blinky Bill: The Movie. (2015, PG) 9.10 First Nations Bedtime Stories. 9.20 Through The Wormhole With Morgan Freeman. 10.10 On The Road. 11.10 Late Programs. SKY NEWS (53)NITV (34)SBS FOOD (33) Please Note: Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the Networks.
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6am Children’s Programs. Noon The Bionic Woman. 1.00 Baywatch. 3.00 The Nanny. 3.30 3rd Rock. 4.00 That ’70s Show. 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 Children’s Programs. 5.45 MOVIE: Abominable. (2019) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lego Batman Movie. (2017, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: The Dark Knight. (2008, M) 12.25am Camp Getaway. 1.20 Race Across The World. 2.30 Adv Time. 3.00 Bakugan: Armored Alliance. 3.30 Ninjago. 4.00 TV Shop. 5.00 Pokémon The Series: Sun & Moon. 5.30 Power Rangers Dino Charge. 6am Home Shopping. 7.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 A Football Life. 9.00 America’s Game: The Super Bowl Champions. 10.00 Pawn Stars. 11.00 American Pickers. Noon Hell re Heroes. 1.00 SAS: UK. 2.00 Storage Wars. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Pawn Stars UK. 4.00 Pawn Stars South Africa. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 3. Western Bulldogs v Fremantle. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Friends. 7.30 Seinfeld. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 The Middle. 11.00 Friends. 11.30 The King Of Queens. 12.30pm Frasier. 1.30 Seinfeld. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom. 10.30 Charmed. 11.30 Frasier. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 2.30 James Corden. 3.30 Becker. 4.30 Shopping. 5.30 Joseph Prince. 9GO! (83)6am Philadelphia. Continued. (1993, PG) 8.10 The Lunchbox. (2013, PG, Hindi) 10.10 Bleed For This. (2016, M) 12.20pm A Little Chaos. (2014, M) 2.30 The Well-Digger’s Daughter. (2011, PG, French) 4.30 Robinson Crusoe. (2016, PG) 6.10 Hairspray. (1988, PG) 7.50 Blow Dry. (2001, M) 9.30 Point Break. (1991, M) 11.45 Run Lola Run. (1998, M, German) 1.15am The Traitor. (2019, MA15+, Italian) 4.00 Beatriz At Dinner. (2017, M) 5.30 Robinson Crusoe. (2016, PG) PEACH (52)
ABC TV (2) SBS (3) SEVEN (6) TEN (5)NBN (8, 80) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Q+A. (R) 11.05 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Savage River. (Malsv, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 3.10 Escape From The City. (R) 4.00 Think Tank. (R) 5.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG) 9.55 Food Markets: In The Belly Of The City. 10.55 Victorian House Of Arts And Crafts. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 Secrets Unearthed. (PGa, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 18. H’lights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Jesse Stone: No Remorse. (2010, Mav, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R) 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Sister’s Obsession. (2018, Mav, R) 1.45 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) 6.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 6.30 GCBC. (R) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 1.00 Living Room. (PGa, R) 2.10 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Gardening Australia. Advice for the home gardener. 8.30 Baptiste. (Malv) In the chaotic aftermath of the shooting, Emma’s only hope is to nd her other son Will. 9.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) Martin has his second medical council assessment – a mock surgery. Buddy is missing. 10.20 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events. 10.35 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M, R) 11.05 Summer Love. (Ml, R) 11.40 MOVIE: The Girl On The Train. (2016, MA15+av, R) Emily Blunt. 1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome. (PG) 8.30 9/11: The Pentagon. (M) 9.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 19. 1.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 2.00 Das Boot. (MA15+v, R) 4.10 Italian Food Safari. (R) 4.40 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs, Melissa King and Juliet Love show you how to style a gazebo. Dr Harry Cooper demonstrates how to train your dog at home. Adam Dovile builds an industrial-themed island bench. 8.30 MOVIE: Forrest Gump. (1994, Mv, R) A kind-hearted, yet simple-minded, man recalls the story of his extraordinary life to anyone who will listen to him, while he waits for the bus to take him to the only woman he has ever loved. Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Sally Field. 11.30 To Be Advised. 1.00 Home Shopping.
7MATE (63)SBS MOVIES (32)6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Best Bugs Forever. 3.35 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 4.00 The Adventures Of Paddington. 4.20 The Deep. 4.55 The Flamin’ Thongs. 5.10 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. 5.25 Kung Fu Panda. 5.55 The PM’s Daughter. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 8.00 Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of Awesomeness. 8.25 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.50 Log Horizon. 9.10 Dragon Ball Super. 9.35 Sailor Moon Crystal. 10.00 K On! 10.55 Close. ABC ME (23)
6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Postcards. 8.00 Garden Gurus. 8.30 The Block. 9.30 House Hunters Int. 10.00 Australia’s Best Pools. 11.00 House Hunters Int. 11.30 Hello SA. Noon House Hunters Int. 1.00 Bargain Mansions. 2.00 My Lottery Dream Home. 3.00 The Block. 4.00 Flip Or Flop Nashville. 4.30 Log Cabin Living. 5.00 Celebrity IOU. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Stone House Revival. 8.30 Rock Solid Builds. 9.30 Building O The Grid. 10.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Mary Berry’s Quick Cooking. 1.30 All The Things. 2.00 Make This Tonight. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. 3.00 License To Grill. 3.30 Lightened Up. 4.00 David Rocco’s Dolce Napoli. 4.30 Cook And The Chef. 5.00 Nigella Feasts. 5.30 River Cottage Aust. 6.30 Food Safari. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes. 8.00 Donna Hay Everyday Fresh. 8.30 Royal Recipes. 9.30 Come Dine With Me UK. 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 The Cook Up. 11.00 Late Programs. 9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 1pm The World According to Rowan Dean. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Paul Murray Live. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.30 Business Now With Ross Greenwood. 5.00 The Kenny Report. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 The Media Show. 8.30 The US Report. 9.00 Hardgrave. 10.00 NewsNight. 10.30 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 11.26 Late Programs.
6am News Programs. 3pm News. 4.00 Afternoon Brie ng. 4.30 Friday Brie ng. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 7.45 The Virus. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.30 Australian Story. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight News. 12.15 Q+A Highlights. 12.45 The Virus. 1.00 News. 1.15 Friday Brie ng. 1.45 ABC News Video Lab. 2.00 DW News. 2.30 Close Of Business. 3.00 The World. 3.55 Late Programs. ABC NEWS (24)
FRIDAY THE COOK UP WITH ADAM LIAW SBS FOOD, 7pm So it’s Friday night and you don’t feel like cooking… that takeaway menu or delivery app always looks awfully tempting after a long week. But before you reach for the phone, check in with chef Adam Liaw (pictured) – tonight, he’s joined by actor, dancer and writer Jenevieve Chang and journalist Jason Om in the Cook Up kitchen to create quick and easy dishes that take less time to prepare than anything you can order for delivery. Om won a Walkley Award alongside his 7.30 colleagues Alex McDonald and Ake Prihantari for a series about the human cost of the food-delivery business –his insights, along with some delicious dishes, will have you thinking twice about what’s on the menu. 0909
6am Children’s Programs. 6.40pm Andy’s Wild Adventures. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE: Rush. (2013, MA15+) 10.55 Doctor Who. 11.40 QI. 12.10am Ghosts. 12.40 Red Dwarf. 1.10 Ross Noble: Stand Up Series. 1.40 Motherland. 2.10 ABC News Update. 2.15 Close. 5.00 Twirlywoos. 5.15 Hoot Hoot Go! 5.20 Pocoyo. 5.30 Guess How Much I Love You. 5.40 Late Programs. ABC TV PLUS (22)
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WEDNESDAY AFTER VERDICTTHE NBN, 8.40pm compellingUnique, and brimming with comedy, haphazardlybeganwhogroupfollowedpacedTheontakenwhodunnithomegrownthishasviewersawildride.fun,fast-storyhasaragtagofjurors,impulsivelyinvestigating a murder case in which they just found a woman not guilty. In tonight’s nale, the jurors make one last endeavour to get justice, as Daniel (Sullivan Stapleton, Blindspot) and Clara (Michelle Lim Davidson, pictured, The Newsreader) are framed as criminals. Also starring much-loved comedian Magda Szubanski, Lincoln Younes (Doctor Doctor) and Virginia Gay (Winners & Losers), the striking characters almost eclipse the clever murdermystery plot.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Finals Series. First qualifying nal. 9.45 NRL Finals Footy Post-Match. A post-match NRL wrap up of the rst qualifying nal, with expert analysis and player interviews. 10.30 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R) After his girlfriend is killed in a terrorist attack, a young man is drawn into the world of counterterrorism. Dylan O’Brien, Michael Keaton. 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) Home shopping. 4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 The Living Room. Miguel Maestre helps throw a surprise 60th anniversary seafood lunch. 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 Just For Laughs Australia. (Mls, R) Stand-up comedy performances from Judith Lucy, Micky Bartlett and Randy Feltface. 10.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+als, R) Gina Yashere, Moshe Kasher and Bridget Everett showcase some of their most raunchy material. 10.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events. 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Chemical Valley. 11.30 Canadian Cannabis: The Dark Grey Market. Noon How To Rob A Bank. 12.55 Hunters. 1.45 Planet A. 2.15 Secrets Of Our Cities. 3.15 Feeding The Scrum. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.20 Adam Looking For Eve. 10.15 Love And Sex In Japan. 11.25 Late Programs. 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Cruise Away. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Bargain Hunt. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Sons And Daughters. 4.30 Emmerdale. 5.00 Coronation Street. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Border Security: International. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 My Impossible House. 12.30am The Fine Art Auction. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 15. Dutch Grand Prix. Replay. 9.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.00 MacGyver. Noon The Code. 1.00 Blue Bloods. 3.00 Bondi Rescue. 3.30 The Love Boat. 4.30 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 5.30 MacGyver. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Blue Bloods. 10.20 Evil. 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 15. Dutch Grand Prix. Replay. 3.10 ST: Next Gen. 4.05 MacGyver. 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 8.00 World’s Greatest Animal Encounters. 9.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 11. 1pm My Favorite Martian. 1.30 Days Of Our Lives. 2.30 The Young And The Restless. 3.30 Antiques Roadshow. 4.00 MOVIE: Second Fiddle. (1957) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: The Best Of Me. (2014, M) 10.50 Late Programs. BOLD (51)9GEM (82)7TWO (62)VICELAND (31)
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to make this happen, and I hope they take a moment to savour the reward of seeing the mill up and running again for its 141st season”; said Chief Executive Offcer, Mr ChrisAlmostConnors.sixmonths after unprecedented fooding devastated the Richmond Valley, the Broadwater Sugar Mill is getting back to the business of crushing locally grown sugarcane.TheFebruary/March 2022 food event brought almost 3 metres of water through the mill, leaving behind a scene of chaos andManydevastation.localcane farmers and mill employees in the area lost their homes, crops, livestock and machinery.MrConnors said, “The delivery of the frst load of cane and the commencement of crushing for the frst time this year, is a huge milestone and a positive step toward recovery of not only the local sugar industry, but for all of the local businesses and communities involved in the farming, harvesting and milling of sugarcane here in the Richmond.” Although some of the Richmond sugarcane has been able to be harvested and transported to either the Condong or Harwood sugar mills for milling, having the local mill back in operation is a huge boost for the local growers and workforce. “Once the mill is consistently processing cane over the next few hours, we can safely say that the Broadwater Sugar Mill is back”; said Mr Connors.Wearehoping to have some more positive news very shortly with the announcement of the Anchor Grants. We have been progressing getting the business back in operations and maintaining our full workforce, but it has come at a cost. The Anchor grants are going to be critical to our ongoing viability.
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Property of the Week Sale Results
Ian Weir & Son held a store sale at the NRLX on Friday 2 September with 695 head going under the hammer. Steers topped their category at 840c/kg and averaged 624c/kg and 222kg whilst heifers reached a top of 740c/kg and averaged 553c/kg and 209kg. Cows reached a top price of $2,550 whilst Cows & Calves topped their market at $3,100.
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September Agents yarded a total of 1,266 head at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange regular prime sale on Wednesday 31 August. There was a good offering of cows with an additional buyer returning. Cows in general sold to solid trends with a dearer market. Restockers stepped in buying cows with additional weight. There were quite a few light cows in plainer condition these still selling well. Young cattle were well represented also including plainer conditioned cattle.Cow prices were stronger again this week averaging 331c/kg and reaching a top price of 388c/kg. Heifer prices saw a drop with lighter stock up to 250kg averaging 521c/kg and topping their category at 690c/ kg. Heavier heifers over 250kg averaged 409c/kg and reached a top of 562c/kg. Bull prices held frm this week with 14 head sold averaging 331c/kg and 724kg. Steer prices were easier with lighter steers up to 250kg averaging 602c/kg and reaching a top of 840c/kg. Heavier steers over 250kg averaged 500c/kg and topped their market at 720c/kg. A small number of bullocks sold on the day averaged 381c/kg.
Vealer steers averaged 565.7c/kg topping at 680.2c/kg or $1453.80 to $1968.60
2186 Gwydir Highway, Ramornie Auction Friday 14th October, 11am on site This property is the perfect combo of a neat home on small acres with good shedding Our vendor is liquidating her assets & as such 2186 Gwydir Hwy must be sold The three bedroom one bathroom country style home has a welcoming front verandah & a great back deck to kick back & take in the views of the Ramornie mountains in the distance The house yard is fenced & is generous in size Shedding is plentiful with a double colourbond garage with power & concrete floor which is adjoined by a high roof shed that is partially enclosed Situated on 7 acres or 2 9 hectares this property would be just perfect for a horse or two, or to give the kids a rural upbringing There is one main paddock plus the house yard, two permanent dams, and boundary fencing is in good condition You’re a quick 19 minutes drive from the Grafton CBD We have several inspection times scheduled; please don’t delay in coming along to inspect, and declaring your interest early Office: 02)6642 5200 David Farrell: 0437 448 455 Ben Clark: 0477 123 770
T Kroehnert Hereford x Brahman steers sold to 560c/kg weighed 320kg to return $1785/hd McGrath Cattle Co PTIC Angus heifers averaged $2500 Hanging Rock Hereford x Angus heifers sold to 512c/kg weighed 312kg to return $1598/hd B T Fahey Charolais steers sold to 638c/kg weighed 230kg to return $1470/hd
LIVESTOCK MARKETS W/E 2/09/22 Agents had a similar yarding of cattle and sheep and lambs for the weekly sales. The value for the cattle market were frm to a shade dearer for most descriptions the only slight exception being the cow section. Good pack to the paddock and processor interest saw most categories fully frm. The sheep and lamb section saw the market stabilize and sell to a par rate on last week, the processors were frm on the better fnished article and showed little interest in anything lacking in weight or fnish. Restocker interest was frm across the board with a few actively looking for rams and replacement ewes.
B W Brown sold Angus cows and calves for $2600 www farrellmccrohon
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SHEEP & LAMB REPORT Agents today yarded 913 sheep & lambs for the weekly sale. The lambs were drawn from South West, Maranoa , New England as well as local vendors. The market was dominated with lambs and hoggets of varying weights and fnish. Mutton was in short supply and mostly made up from ewes of varying ages. The market was very picky with the fnish and weight and breed determining the end results. Good trade lambs were frm with lambs topping at $197 to average $134.57(Par), hoggets topped at $175 to average $111.02($15down), ewes topped at $156 to average $114.85($42up), wethers topped at $130 to average $70.33)$45down), rams topped at $130 to average $115.36($7up),lamb rams topped at $165 to average $137.64($5up). The total sale average of $129.34 was $3/ head dearer then the previous sale. Stillwater Past Co sold Dorper lambs 50.7kg to Jock young for $189, 48.9kg to Leslie Lamb for $180
Jules Taylor sold Dorper lambs 50kg to Take It Easy Meats for $180, 55kg hoggets to Take It Easy Meats for $175, 45kg ram lambs to Leslie Lamb for $130 and Take It Easy Meats for $152, White Dorper x ram lambs and hoggets 57.5kg to restockers for $165 and $136, 33.3kg Dorper lambs to DM Luck for $149, 31.2kg to Highchester Meats for $100 Gradenfoe Past Co sold Merino lambs 54.7kg to Thomas Foods for $181 Andy & Helen Ferrier sold Dorper lambs 44.7kg to Take It Easy Meats for $150 John Doherty sold Dorset x lambs 55kg to Take It Easy Meats for $180, 46.1kg to restockers for $135 Ian & Diane Rolph sold Dorset lambs 46.25kg to restockers for $140 Camrose P/S sold Dorper lambs 57.6kg to Thomas Foods for $183, 46.4kg to Shelley F/T for $170, 50kg ram lambs to restockers for $130, 61.1kg hoggets to Eversons for $157 Dalmeny Farming sold Dorper x hoggets 50kg to Eversons for $126, 45kg to restockers for $100, ewes to restockers for $140 Rex & Ros Lipp sold Dorper ewes in lamb to restockers for $128 and $148 John & Ursula Miller sold Dorper lambs 25kg to JD Rural for $85, ewes to restockers for $156, rams to Cr Cynthia Mc Donald for $130 Keith Coban sold Dorset rams to Whites Trading for $130
T&W McCormack and Ramsey & Bulmer will hold a store sale this Friday 9 September with 800 head booked. Further bookings are welcome.
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Vealer prices saw a slight increase this week with lighter vealer up to 250kg averaging 588c/kg and reaching a top of 846c/kg. Heavier vealer over 250kg averaged 519c/kg with a top price of 630c/kg.
Vealer heifers averaged 522.9c/kg topping at 635.2c/kg or $1264.46 to $1817.16 Feeder steers averaged 489.9c/kg topping at 670.2c/kg or $1883.35 to $2439.96 Feeder heifers averaged 420.5c/kg topping at 496.2c/kg or $1493.98 to $1710.75 Yearling steers averaged 590.2c/kg topping at 676.2c/ kg or $1709.60 to $2403.17 Yearling heifers averaged 511.6c/kg topping at 626.2c/ kg or $1525.92 to $2176.44 Steers averaged 500.9c/kg topping at 625.2c/kg or $2128.17 to 2471.96 Heifers averaged 369.7c/kg topping at 406.2c/kg or $1671.00 to Manufacturing$2486.67steersaveraged 396.2c/kg and sold for Cows$2565.40averaged 325.2c/kg topping at 376.2c/kg or $1789.00 to $2608.50 Bulls averaged 364c/kg topping at 590.2c/kg or $1658.75 to 3832.22 Lambs topped at $197 to average $134.57 par on last Hoggetssale topped at $175 to average $111.02 down $15/ head on last sale Ewes topped at $156 to average $114.85 up $42/head on last Wetherssaletopped at $130 to average $115.36 up $7/head on last sale Lamb rams topped at $165 to average $137.64 up $5/ head on last sale Total sale of 913 averaged $129.34 up $3/head on last sale. Pig numbers were up and so were the prices as Sows sold from $100 to $460, Barrows sold from $180 to $190, Boars sold from $205 to $340, Baconers sold to $250, Light Pork from $130 to $165, Stores from $72 to $165, Gilts sod to $445 Poultry numbers were also up with Guinea Fowl selling to $12.50, Pullets to $20, Hens to $7.50, Chickens to $20, Roosters to $20, Bantams to $22.50, Drakes sold to $35, Ducks to $20
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Global demand for cheaper cuts of beef is expected to increase in the year ahead as rampant infation and slowing economic growth see consumers trade down, Rabobank says in a newly-released report. And Australia – as one of the largest exporters of beef ‘trimmings’ (the cheaper meat cuts which remain after prime cuts are removed) – is expected to be among the best-positioned countries to beneft from this increased international demand, particularly from the US, the agribusiness bank says in its Q3 Global Beef Quarterly.
“There are many people in regional communities who want to be part of the energy transition, but they need to be able to be involved, not sidelined as a consequence of a narrow thinking.”
“Evidence of declining consumer confdence in the face of slowing economies and rising infation is starting to build,” the Rabobank report says. “In general, beef markets are resilient to changes in economic conditions. However, we do see movement within supply channels and price points that tend to favour cheaper options such as mince/ground beef and quick-service restaurants over the more expensive cuts and consumption channels.” Growing demand The bank forecasts the volume of trimmings consumed globally to remain strong and potentially increase in the second half of 2022 as consumers continue to trade down to lower-value beef cuts and cheaper proteins. Trimmings are typically used in the production of ground or minced beef. “Major importers of trimmings include the US, China, Japan and South Korea,” the report says. “With these countries facing slower economic conditions in the second half of 2022, we expect purchasingconsumer-decisions to favor the consumption of trimmings. The US and South Korea face high infation pressures, whilst China and Japan continue to struggle with slower economic growth off the back of COVID.” In the US – with its high consumption of ground beef – this should support demand for trimmings both from domestic and imported sources, Rabobank says. Adding to the changing consumption habits as a result of economic conditions is the potential for the US to dramatically increase its need for imported Currently,trimmings.highdomestic beef production in the US is reducing the need for imported trimming products, the report says. But, if US production contracts – with a slowing of the current US cow liquidation – higher import volumes will be needed.AndAustralia – along with New Zealand – will be in the ‘box seat’ to help fll that demand, says Rabobank senior animal protein analyst Angus numbers.fedgenerateherdGidley-Baird.Australia’sincreasedinventorywilladditionalgrass-andfemaleslaughterHowever,acaveat remains for the Australian market with our current limited says.capacity,processingMrGidley-Baird“Unlesswecan correct this, our ability to ramp up production and capitalise on any trimmings demand growth will be limited,” he said. Global outlook The global beef market overall remains strong, Rabobank’s Q3 Beef Quarterly says. “Most beef retail prices (in domestic currencies) continued their upward trend in Q2 or remained steady,” the report says. Beef prices in most markets are sitting between fve and 11 per cent higher than quarter two in 2021, with the UK a notable exception recording a decline in prices as consumer demand for beef has softened due to high retail prices. Cattle markets around the world also remain favourable, the report says, supported by either seasonal conditions – in the case of Australian and Brazil – or strong demand, in the case of theThereUS. was however some decline in cattle prices (in US dollar terms) from the previous quarter in countries including Australia, Brazil, Argentina and New Zealand. Australia Cattle prices continued to decline through July, Mr Gidley-Baird said, dropping below “year-ago levels” for the frst time in 2.5 years, although we have seen them lift through August. “Prices remain historically high,” he said. “Although at the end of July the Eastern Young Cattle Indicator for weaner age cattle had dropped 23 per cent since the beginning of the year, there is no need to panic. “Since the beginning of August, we have seen prices rise again. We feel that the change in the seasons is prompting producers to hold cattle, refected in lower saleyard numbers and with weaner cattle prices dropping the margin for backgrounders has improved which we believe has stimulated some additional demand.”
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Mr Gidley-Baird said the bank expects cattle prices to contract through Q3, but the warmer spring months and pasture growth should see some stability return to the market with some possible upside in Q4. Although Australia’s cattle slaughter numbers are slowly creeping up, volumes remain historically low, and Mr Gidley-Baird expects overall production for the year to be similar to 2021 at 1.9 million metric tonnes.
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Green machines threaten electric shock for regions campaignsNarrow-thinkingcalling for electric vehicle mandates risk leaving regional communities behind, NSW Farmers has warned.
Many smaller family farms and regional businesses use older vehicles out of necessity – not choice – meaning a ban on them entering Sydney could impact food supplies. And while the number of electric vehicle charging stations in country areas was increasing, Mr Kidd said they were not yet a replacement in terms of practicality of distance and convenience. “The reality is that setting artifcial targets for spot solutions could do enormous harm to the supply chain of food, most of which will rely on diesel for the foreseeable future,” Mr Kidd said. “Capital investment is a constant challenge and setting punitive targets may be okay for the big transport operators, but for farmers and small feet operators it could spell“Wedoom.need the electric vehicle market to be viable and affordable –and desirable – before calls to take trucks off the road, and food off the table of cities, is even contemplated.” Mr Kidd said the agricultural sector was engaging with local, state, and federal governments around the energy transition, and called for a well-articulated transition strategy retrofttingincludingexisting vehicles to keep them on the“Thereroad. are few things more wasteful than consigning a good truck to the scrap heap simply because of a number,” Mr Kidd said. “If we’re serious about doing more with less and minimising our impact, we should be recycling and repurposing wherever possible, and trucks are part of that too. “Perhaps we need to see incentives for renewal of vehicles and strategies for bio-fuel if we want to drive a transition that is practical and achievable.”
AUSTRALIA IN ‘BOX SEAT’ AS GLOBAL CONSUMERS TRADE DOWN TO BEEF ‘TRIMMINGS’
The Committee for Sydney wants to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2027, while the Grattan Institute says old diesel-powered trucks should be taken off Sydney’s roads, both in a push to improve the environment.However,NSW Farmers Energy WorkingTransitionGroupchair Reg Kidd says these policies would have disastrous unintended consequences for regional communities and the agricultural sector.
“No matter how wellintentioned these ideas may be, the fact is that they just aren’t workable for people in the country,” Mr Kidd said. “With few public transport options and vast distances between towns, country people have little choice but to use petrol or diesel to get around and I can’t see that changing in the next fve years.
The offcial Bush Fire Danger Period starts today in 12 regions across NSW, as the new national Fire Danger Rating System takes effect across Australia.Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke said the upcoming bush fre season will be the frst to incorporate the updated Fire Danger Rating System. “The existing six ratings are being replaced with four – Moderate, High, Extreme and Catastrophic – so that the community can better understand the risks and make potentially life-saving decisions,” Ms Cooke said.“The new system of ratings was developed using researchcommunityandupdated fre behavior science, which until now, has remained unchanged for more than 50 years. “Grass fres can move three times faster than bush fres and are our greatest threat this season, which is why all communities in regional and rural NSW should take the necessary steps to become familiar with the Fire Danger Rating commencingSystem.”The12regionstheir
The Coffs Coast will beneft from an expansion of programs to increase the number of junior doctors and nurse practitioners in regional and rural inexperiencemetropolitanmedicalopportunity50.scholarshipsstate32offeringCadetshipResidentwillannouncementSinghHarbourMemberlocations.forCoffsGurmeshwelcomesthewhichexpandtheRuralMedicalProgram,byanadditionalcadetshipsacrossthebringingthetotalonofferto“Thisagreatforstudentsfromareastoruralmedicineavibrantandcloseknit community, while receiving great support and guidance,” Mr Singh said.“These junior doctors will provide essential respite for our dedicated rural and experiencingWehealthcareregionalworkers.hopethatafterlifein our wonderful community they will choose to stay.” Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor said the number of nurse practitioners in regional NSW will be doubled to 200 over four years. “Nurse practitioners play an doctors,alocationsimportantincrediblyroleinruralwhereit’schallengetoattractandthis
Bush Fire Danger Period today are Clarence Valley, Coffs Coast, Far North Coast, Far South Coast, Hunter Valley, Liverpool Range, Lower North Coast, Mid Coast, New England, Northern Rivers, Northern Tablelands and Shoalhaven.NSWRural Fire Service Commissioner Rob Rogers said continuous, heavy rainfall across many parts of NSW has led to an increase in the growth of fuel loads. “Over the coming weeks and months, we are particularly concerned about the likelihood of grass and crop fres as the State starts to dry out,” Commissioner Rogers said.Fire and Rescue NSW Commissioner Paul Baxter urged residents to familiarise themselves with the new fre danger ratings system to protect the“Ourirreplaceable.mainpriority is to protect life. So please help us to help you and know what actions you will take if a bush fre does threaten your life and property this season,”
Commissioner Baxter said.National Parks and Wildlife Service Executive Director Naomi Stevens reminded residents to be aware of fre danger ratings especially if planning on bush walking or camping in national parks.“It’s important to know the risk of where you live and also where you’re visiting, and be aware of any closures to parks on days of increased fre danger,” Ms Stevens said. Forestry Corporation Chief Forester Ross Dickson said many people love to get out of the house and enjoy nature over the warmer months, like four wheel driving, walking dogs and taking picnics.
“Please take some time to plan ahead, be aware of the conditions especially as the weather warms up and remember during total fre bans no fames are allowed in the state’s forests,” Dr DicksonLandholderssaid. who want to light a fre during the Bush Fire Danger Period are required to obtain a permit, in addition to notifying their local fre authority and neighbours 24 hours before lighting up. Information about fre permits, required notifcations and hazard reduction burning is available at: nsw.gov.au/BFDP.www.rfs.
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announcement is an enormous boost for these communities,” Mrs Taylor“Thesesaid.are highly skilled professionalsnursingthat can operate autonomously in complex clinical settings. “By adding these extra doctors and nurses, we are providing our hardworking regional health workforce with vital backup and ensuring better health outcomes and a brighter future for NSW families.”
The Rural ScholarshipsDoctorProgram is administered by the Rural Doctor’s Network. The NSW Government announced the largest health workforce boost in the nation’s history in the 2022-23 Budget with a $4.5 billion investment over four years to recruit 10,148 full-time equivalent staff to hospitals and health services across NSW, with 3,800 of those positions in rural and regional areas. JUNIOR DOCTORS AND NURSE PRACTITIONERS
RURAL NEWS 39 September 8, 2022 The NR Times Rural NewsLocally owned and independent Farmers for Climate Action has welcomed news the GovernmentNSWwill invest $44.8 million into fve new pumped hydro projects across NSW. Farmers for Climate Action CEO Fiona Davis said the race was on to create regional jobs by building clean energy and storage to replace ageing coal power stations being closed by their Government“Theowners.NSW says these fve pumped hydro projects will create 2300 jobs and add a whopping 1.7 gigawatts of vital long duration storage,” Dr Davis said. “FCA climatestrong7000Actionenergy.”byregionalandthismorethisbigandYetholme,Lithgow,reliancejobswhichinvestmentwelcomesinprojectscreateregionalwhilereducingonfossilfuels.Muswellbrook,Wollomombi,Bowrallooktobejobswinnersfrominvestment.“Welookforwardtoannouncementsofkindinotherstatesterritories,andmorejobscreatedinvestmentincleanFarmersforClimateisamovementoffarmerscallingforeconomy-widepolicies. STORAGEFARMERSAPPLAUDNSWCLEAN SHIPPING CONTAINERS 20ft & 40ft Storage Best Prices Lease or Buy On or Off Site BREWHOUSE VILLAGE LOCALLY OWNED IN GRAFTON 160-170 North St GRAFTON 6642 8168 - 0439 445 654
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withunionsinrepresentativesindustrynumbereconomicaddressandemployers,includingAustralians,unions,civilsocietygovernmentstoourgreatestchallenges.MinisterWattsaidaofagricultureandregionalwouldbeattendance,aswellasrepresentativescoverageof agricultural workers. “We’re pleased unions, industry groups and others are bringing ideas to the table for the Jobs and Skills Summit,” Minister Watt said. “That’s what it is all about.
Four agriculture industry roundtables held across the country over the past fortnight have provided valuable feedback to the Albanese Government ahead of the Jobs and Skills Summit in Canberra next week. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Murray Watt has convened meetings with dozens of key stakeholders at the forums held in three different states.Hesaid the roundtables allowed agriculture, fsheries and forestry employers, unions, advocacy groups and training providers to give their feedback on the issues that faced the sector.“Itwas great to hear frst-hand from a range of groups about the workforce and skills issues specifc to the agriculture sector. “These meetings, held in regional and metropolitan areas, brought a range of new voices to the table. “Just bringing people together - with different perspectives - is an important step forward, in solving a range of issues confronting the agriculture workforce. “Some of these issues have been there for years and were not addressed by the former government. We’re now getting on with the job of coming up with solutions. “The supportdeliveredroundtablesstrongforsomeof our Government’s existing commitments, like expanding and strengthening the Pacifc Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) program and cracking down on rogue operators in the sector responsible for unacceptable worker exploitation.“Theroundtables have produced inamsuggestions,additionalwhichInowconsidering,therunuptothe Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit. “I would like to thank all of those representatives who attended these roundtables and for their honest and open dialogue throughout these discussions.”TheAlbanese Labor Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit will be held at Parliament House this week. The Summit will bring together
AGRICULTURE ROUNDTABLES PROVIDE IMPORTANT FEEDBACK AHEAD OF JOBS & SKILLS SUMMIT
Farmers call for urgent climate action on food anniversary
“Farmers are on the front lines of climate change, facing more severe and frequent drought, heatwaves, fres and foods,” said Farmers for Climate Action CEO Fiona Davis. “Extreme weather is making farming harder and more uncertain, affecting the food supply chain at every stage and driving up costs of inputs and insurance.” “If we act quickly, there are huge economic opportunities for farmers and regional Australians through new carbon and environmental income streams and regional clean energy. Let’s not miss the opportunity to create secure, resilient jobs and livelihoods for farmers and markets
Farmers from the NSW Northern Rivers region are calling for deep emissions reductions this decade to protect farming communities, six months on from disastrous fooding that took lives and destroyed livelihoods. Farmers for Climate Action has collected the stories of more than 40 food-affected farmers in the Northern Rivers. Most are still grappling with the fallout from the disaster, and with ongoing wet weather that is putting yet another growing season at risk. “Climate change is disrupting our livelihoods and the old ways of measuring “once in 100 year” foods aren’t relevant anymore,” said mixed farmer Peter Lake from the Grafton region, one of the interviewees. “There have been two inquiries into the foods that devastated our communities. The NSW Upper House one didn’t really acknowledge the reality I’m still living that the changed climate is making wet weather wetter, and we need to take action to rapidly reduce emissions this decade,” said Mr Lake. “At the same time, we need real support to make our properties more resilient to the next food or drought event that climate change brings.” “Farmers are already doing so much to reduce emissions – changing animal feeds, planting shelterbelts, embracing renewable energy – but we need governments to act and support us. Without action on climate change we are literally stuck in the mud.” Action on climate change is the common thread throughout the farmer interviews, alongside heartbreaking impacts for homes, crops, animals, and livelihoods. Many farmers also raised the issue of restrictive eligibility requirements for recovery assistance.
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Santa Gertrudis stud have had tremendous success in the show ring this year, in addition to the two broad ribbon winning bulls being offered in the sale, the stud also exhibited the Senior and Grand Champion female and Best Santa Gertrudis Exhibit with Welbatch Ultra at Sydney Royal. A full blood brother to Welbatch Ultra will be offered at this year’s Brisbane Valley Sale. The vendors are offering freight assistance to these centres - Murgon, Gayndah, Eidsvold, Dalby, Coolabunia Beaudesert, Casino and Moreton Saleyards if agents are contacted prior to the sale . Sole agents for the sale are Sheperdson and Boyd and it will be interfaced with AuctionPlus . Catalogues are available by contacting Scott Humphreys: 0438 169 157 or can be downloaded from the link on the Brisbane Valley Facebook Page.
RURAL NEWS 41 September 8, 2022 The NR Times Rural NewsLocally owned and independent Lot 7 Welbatch Wisconsin. Lot 8 Welbatch M072 Lot 45 Welbatch Wolf of Wall Street Lot 47 Welbatch M067 Lot 50 Welbatch M070 Lot 46 Welbatch M064 Offering 13 Bulls (10 WelbatchPoll) Pastoral Santa Gertrudis Stud BRISBANE VALLEY SANTA GERTRUDIS SALE September 14, Toogoolawah Showgrounds Enquiries Scott Humphreys 0438 169 157, Mummulgum NSW at FEATURING 71 www.santagertrudis.com.auBULLS 14th SEPT 2022 SHOWGROUNDSTOOGOOLAWAH12.30PM CONTACT RUSSELL 07 5424 8138 SCOTT 0438 169 157
The Brisbane Valley Santa Bull Sale will be held at the Toogoolawah Showgrounds on Wednesday 14th September commencing at 12-30 pm where 71 quality, commercially focussed, herd improving bulls will go under the hammer of guest auctioneer Innes Fahey of Copmanhurst. All bulls have been vaccinated for Vibrio, 3 day, 7 in 1 and blooded with 3 germ blood for tick fever. All sale bulls will also be scanned for Rib and Rump Fat, Rib Eye area and Intramuscular Fat. The nine studs represented in the sale are all domiciled east of the great dividing range where their cow herds run on forest country giving these bulls a natural doing ability to perform wherever they go. Bulls from these studs continue to perform well in leading Santa Gertrudis studs around the country, as well as large scale commercial operations. There is a wide range of genetics represented in the sale with 23 individual sires giving 92% of the draft being classifed as stud sires. Also, within the draft of 71 Bulls, 54 are poll or poll scurr bulls.Bulls to look at with outstanding showring performance are lot 7 Welbatch Wisconsin- Senior and Grand Champion from Sydney Royal Show with his stablemate lot 8 Welbatch M072 being Junior Champion at Sydney. Welbatch Santa Gertrudis stud was established in 1988 at Mummulgum in Northern NSW. The stud has been offering bulls at the Brisbane Valley sale for the previous 5 years. This year will see Welbatch offer a draft of 13 bulls, 10 poll at this year’s sale.Welbatch
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“COVID stopped global worker movements, and the number of temporary residents in Australia has dwindled,” Mr Martin“Rathersaid.than wasting time and money on taskforces, we would have been better off just paying for fights and getting people here.“Australia’s unemployment rate is the lowest it has been in more than 40 years at 3.4 per cent, so if the Australian Government wants to secure food and fbre production into the future, it needs to be doing everything possible to get the workers we need today. Not tomorrow, not next season, but today.”
The Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC) has launched its new national campaign, More to Meat. The More to Meat campaign highlights the important role red meat processors play in regional communities, the national red meat supply chain, and the industry’s signifcant contribution to the national economy. Casino may be famous for the annual Beef Week celebrations, but now, the community that has helped open Australian red meat to the world will be a focus of the national More to Meat campaign.
AMPC Chief Executive Offcer, Chris Taylor, said, “More to Meat will shine a light on red meat processors’ proud involvement in Casino and regional Australia, providing jobs, economic opportunity and supporting farmers. “300 redemployedemployersoftenlikeprocessingsupportedaroundcommunitiesAustraliaarebyaredmeatfacility,andCasinotheyareoneofthebiggestintown.“ThenumberofpeopleinAustralia’smeatprocessing
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industry could fll the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) three times over, and they are all working to produce the highest quality red meat demanded worldwide. “Behind each of those jobs is a family, helping to keep food on their table, pay for a new pair of footy boots or a music lesson and in turn supporting other local businesses and jobs in town.“Red meat campaign.throughshinetohavecommunitiesprocessinglikeCasinoaremarkablestorytell,andAMPCwillalightonthemtheMoretoMeat“TheMoretoMeat campaign is important because it showcases the jobs being created in the red meat processing industry, and they are often far from the stereotypes people have come to expect.” “The industry still provides the good, stable jobs it always has, but there are jobs you may not expect, from quality assurance to food safety, tradies, and even robotics.
Farmers are entering their third bumper harvest without enough workers to get the job done, the country’s largest agricultural advocacy group says. NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin said the enormous potential in the agricultural sector was being missed, squandering opportunities to rebuild the economy at a critical time, and hindering the sector’s goal of becoming the next $100 billion industry by 2030. “We’re seeing record-breaking productivity after years of drought, but I’m worried we won’t be able to maximise opportunities before the next drought arrives,” Mr Martin said.“NSW Farmers has been warning about the need to urgently address the skills shortage for years now, but it seems talk is easier than action. “With the jobs summit getting underway, we want our leaders to prioritise food security, and maximise productivity. We need workers to be able to do this.” Mr Martin said a career in agriculture meant being part of the future of food and fbre production, and required skills in diverse felds such as engineering, economics, science, trades, and business. “Securing the future agricultural workforce will come down to training and promoting opportunities,” he said.“From hands-on vocational qualifcations that improve the day-to-day business of farming, such as livestock management and machine operation, to technical and scientifc qualifcations that improve the quality of the produce leaving the farm gate, such as agronomy or crop research. “A regional renaissance and high migration away from cities, as well as the burgeoning opportunities agricultural technology can offer, will open the gates to a new era for the agricultural workforce.”
The diverse career availabilities at red meat processors are important to the future of towns like Casino, but it is also valuable to Australian businesses big and small that rely on scientists,hygieneemploythegeneratingisundeniable.agricultureindustryofBerry,Taylor.hereandamanufacturing,processing“Australianprocessing.redmeatisadvancedcreatingworld-classproduct,it’sdonelocally,rightinCasino,”saidMrAMPCChair,JohnsaidtheimportancetheredmeatprocessingtotheAustraliansectoris“Australianredmeataworld-classproduct,$21billionforAustralianeconomy.“Redmeatprocessorssafetyandspecialists,mechanics, tradies, and marketers, which enable us to produce meat right here that is a favourite on dinner tables in more than 100 countries from the US to Japan, and Korea.” “Red meat processors generate billions of dollars in economic activity, create advanced manufacturing jobs in regional Australia, and produce a world-class product. That is why there is More to Meat,” said Mr Berry.
While the government’sfederalJobs and Skills Summit would discuss the future of Australia’s workforce, Mr Martin said the time for talk on agriculture was over, calling for a high priority to be placed on fxing worker shortages.
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For more information contact your veterinarian or North Coast Local Land Services on 1300 795 299.
leadersresearchers,winetheotherswinemakers,Winegrowers,andinvolvedinNewSouthWalesindustrysuchaseducators,andinnovators are encouraged to apply for NSW’s most prestigious wine industry accolade, the Graham Gregory Award. NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Group Director Plant Systems Dr Alison Bowman said the Graham Gregory Award recognises people who are advancing the wine industry, both in NSW and further afeld. “Graham Gregory was a pioneer for the NSW wine industry and a former NSW Deputy Director General in Agriculture. This award, named in his honour, celebrates those that continue to advance the industry and contribute to its success,” said Dr Bowman.“Individuals involved in any feld in the NSW wine industry are encouraged to self-nominate for this esteemed award. Or why not nominate a colleague who you think deserves theThetitle?”Award recognises areas such as leadership, research and presentedThefromoutstandingawardandwinemaking,development,education,marketdevelopment.Itisaretrospectiverecognisingcontributionthepreviousyear.2021Awardwillbeattheannual
North Coast Local Land Services District Veterinarians have issued another reminder about the importance of monitoring cattle for Yersiniosis or Flood Mud Scours with many cases being seen across the region.Wetand cool conditions lead to the proliferation of the bacteria that cause food mud scours. Cattle producers are warned to continue to watch for the condition as it has the potential to cause signifcant losses in both beef and dairy herds. Dr Jocelyn Todd, District Veterinarian for North Coast Local Land Services, said “Flood Mud Scours is seen during the winter months, particularly after rain when conditions are muddy. This allows the soil-borne bacteria to proliferate and cause the Yersiniosisdisease.” is a scouring condition usually seen in: • cattle grazing low lying or poorly drained pastures•country when hay or silage around self-feeders is walked into the mud • paddocks with insuffcient pasture coverage, where cattle graze close to the ground. The condition is commonly seen after fooding or extended wet periods, explaining the name. Most cases are seen in the cooler months of the year. Young adult cattle from 1 to 3 years of age are most commonly affected, although any age group can succumb to infection.
NSW anglers can cast a line for Australian Bass and Estuary Perch in NSW waters from Thursday 1 September, as the annual three-month closed season concludes.
Murray Cod and Murray Crayfsh Season
“The great news is the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) will commence the stocking of Australian Bass during September and October in impoundments across NSW.” Information on freshwater fshing rules can be found on the Fishsmart app or online at cn/3gJWh.formorlineFishersFishSmartreportedfshingfuturefsheriesconserveareau/fshing.www.dpi.nsw.gov.Fishinglawsdesignedtoprotect,andimproveourresourcesforourgenerations.Anysuspectedillegalactivitycanbethroughtheapp,theWatchphoneon1800043536viatheonlinereporthere-https://fal.
“After the spawning season, we are expecting it to be a great fshing season for both species, so we encourage fshers to wet a line this summer.
Acting Program Leader Fish Stocking & Enhancement Operations Matthew McLellan said the Murray Cod fshery is subject to a three-month closure every year to protect these iconic native species. “Murray Cod cannot be taken in inland waters from September to November inclusive, which is their breeding season, except in Copeton and Blowering dams,” Mr McLellan said. “Murray Cod are a prized catch of freshwater fshers and are native to the Murray Darling Basin.“They are Australia’s largest freshwater fsh, growing up to 1.8m in length and weighing up to 50Mrkg.”McLellan said the Murray Crayfsh can only legally be taken in specifed waters of the Murray Murrumbidgeeandrivers from 1 June to 31 August. “The fshery is only open from 1 June to 31 August each year and closed for the remainder of the year, to provide protection for this vulnerable species,” Mr McLellan said. “NSW recreational freshwater fshing laws are designed to protect, conserve and improve our fsheries resources for future tributariesendemicMurraygenerations.”CrayfsharetothesouthernoftheMurrayDarling Basin and are the largest freshwater spiny crayfsh in NSW, growing to three kilograms in weight. Information on freshwater fshing rules can be found in the NSW Recreational Fishing Guide from DPI Fisheries offces, bait and tackle shops, fshing license agents or via our bit.ly/38lU4OB.theonFishersshouldhttps://bit.ly/3AWEPrp.websiteSuspectedillegalfshingbereportedtotheWatchPhoneline1800043536orviaonlineform-https://
Acting Program Leader Fish Stocking & Enhancement Operations Matthew McLellan said the closure period is important to protect the native species. “The native sportfsh have now completed their annual spawning and migration, which occurs each year over late autumn and early winter,”
ICC Sydney NSW Wine Awards, to be held in Sydney on 28 October 2022.The 2020 recipient, Liz Riley, owns and operates Vitbit, a consultancyviticulturethatprovides expert technical and practical advice to vineyard owners across NSW, Australia, and the globe.NSW Wine Industry Association President Mark Bourne said Ms Riley’s contributionsignifcanttothe NSW wine industry is unlike any“Herother.advocacy for the NSW wine industry on research, andNSWmajorviticultureextensiondevelopment,andprecisionhasbeenadriverinkeepinggrapegrowerswinemakersatthe forefront of quality and sustainability,” Mr BourneNominationssaid. for the 2021 Graham Gregory Award close on Friday 30 September 2022. The nomination form and more information about the award are available on the DPI website gov.auengagement@dpi.nsw.submittedandgraham-gregory-awardhorticulture/grapes/gga/nsw.gov.au/agriculture/http://www.dpi.nominationscanbeviaemailto
Flood Mud Scours causes fever, watery diarrhoea and profound weight loss, typically in adult cattle. Cattle producers should watch for these signs and contact their veterinarian immediately.Antibiotics used early in the course of the disease are effective. The key to controlling this disease is identifying it early, treating and moving the cattle to drier paddocks.
Top NSW wine industry award open for nominations
RURAL NEWS 43 September 8, 2022 The NR Times Rural NewsLocally owned and independent Recreational fshers are reminded that the seasons for Murray Cod and Murray Crayfsh close on Thursday 1 September.
FLOOD MUD SCOURS STILL AN ISSUE LIVESTOCKIN
Fishers Gear Up for The Season Opening of Australian Bass and Estuary Perch
Mr McLellan said. “A zero-bag limit is put in place every year in estuaries and rivers below impoundments between 1 June and 31 August, to allow the fsh to form schools and migrate to parts of estuaries with the correct salinity, to trigger spawning.“FromThursday 1 September, anglers can take both Australian Bass and Estuary Perch, however they are reminded that strict bag limits do apply.” Mr McLellan said a bag limit of 2 and possession limit of 4 applies to Australian Bass and Estuary Perch, either for a single species or a combination of species. “When fshing in rivers, only one fsh is permitted to be over 35 centimetres in length,” Mr McLellan said.“The enforcesdepartmenttheannual four month zero-bag limit because during their spawning season, the schools of fsh can be vulnerable to fshing. “Now, in spring, most fsh will have returned to their warmer weather feeding grounds higher up in the catchment.
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Leadership development opportunity for Northern Rivers Community
NorthernAustraliaDevelopmentbyled(LARC)CommunitiesAustralianpartFuturetheirpositivesupportofregion’sstrengtheninginRiversupcomingleaders(RAI)AustraliaandFoundationRuralthetogetherNorthernAustraliaDevelopmentRegional(RDA)Rivers,withAustralianLeadership(ARLF)theRegionalInstituteinviteregionaltoanNorthernFutureForumBallinaaimedatthenetworklocalleaderstoanddriveafutureforcommunities.TheupcomingForumisoftheLeadingResilientprogram,locallyRegional(RDA)Rivers. It will be held at the Ballina Byron Islander Resort on Monday 19 programSeptember.TheLARCwill deliver a inFutureNorthernprojects.communitysupportcoaching;webinars;them;whatopportunitieschallenges,sessionsmulti-dayofcombinationplace-basedleadershiptoidentifyandunderpinsaswellasgroupandforpractical,ledTheRiversForumBallinaisthe
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NEW AGENCY TO DELIVER SUPPORT BEFORE, DURING AND DISASTERSAFTER
livestockyoutoprogramstageprogram,industryanyoneworkshops,2021-22participatedTintinara,Nankivell,SA,whointheAmbassadorsencouragedintheredmeattoapplyforthewhatevertheoftheircareer.“TheAmbassadorsisrelevanteveryone,whetherarehands-onwithorwhetheryou
latestpartOpportunitiesAndrewLearningBryant.asoftheRAI’seconomicand social data specifc to the RiversNorthernregionwill be shared.RAICEO Liz Ritchie strongfocussaid.region,”futuretoworktheirpassionateregionNorthernworkingpeopleopportunityconversations.focusedtocommunitylike-mindedencouragesmemberscometogetherforanddeep“ThisisanforlivingandintheRiverswhoareaboutcommunity,tocollaborativelybuildapositivefortheirLizRitchie“Theforumwillonbuildinglocal networks, combining resources and sharing knowledge, skills and expertise in the interest of their communities.” To register for the Northern Rivers Future Forum, visit aboutfuture-forum.northern-rivers-humanitix.com/https://events.TolearnmoretheLARC fve-day leadership experience, with 26 scholarships on offer in the Northern Rivers region, grant.InitiativeRegionalBuildingGovernment’sofdeliveredprog/larc/leaders.smapply.io/https://apply-rural-visitLARCisasparttheAustralianResilientLeaders(Pilot)
Australia’s preparedness, response and recovery from natural disasters will be strengthened following the establishment of the new National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on 1 September. NEMA brings together the capabilities of Emergency Management Australia and the National Recovery and Resilience Agency into a single agency for the frst time. This change will deliver a more thisongoingcontinuefromonestablishmentpreparationsgovernmentacrossreductionreconstruction,response,disasterforstrategicnationalpronejustAustralianeffectsprepareddisastersmorecollectivelyperreachthatpercostandchange.disastersmoreinincreasinglypreparedness,long-termneedpeopleofGovernmentfrommuch-improvedrecovery.communitiesdeeplydisasterdisasters,toCommonwealth’send-to-endsinglekeptrecoverydisastersaid.country,”fordealguidancestrategicbyAustralianstates,inmanagementdisasterwouldWattManagement,foremergenciesaroundAustralianapproachcoordinatedfromtheGovernment,responsetoandpreparingfuturehazards.MinisterforEmergencyMurraysaidthenewNEMAleadAustralia’sandemergencyefforts,partnershipwithterritoriesandthecommunity.“NEMAwilldothisprovidinginformedoversightandofhowwewillwithandprepareemergenciesinthisMinisterWatt“PreviouslyAustralia’sresponseandagencieswereseparate,butthenew,agencywillprovidesupport.“Itwillleadtheeffortsprepareforfuturerespondwhenstrikesandremainconnectedwithduring“ThiswillensurearesponsetheAustralianintimesemergencyandgivethesupporttheytorecover.“NEMAwillalsodriveresilienceandwhichisimportantthefaceoflongerandintensenaturalduetoclimate“Aswellascostingliveslivelihoods,disastersAustralia$38billionyearonaverage,withcostestimatedtoatleast$73billionyearby2060.“Thebestwaywecandealwithfrequentandsevereistobebetterandadapttotheofclimatechange.“ThatgoesfortheGovernment,asitgoesfordisaster-communities.”NEMAwillprovideleadershipandcoordinationemergenciesandpreparedness,relief,recovery,riskandresiliencealllevelsofandsectors.ConcurrentwithfortheofNEMASeptember1,staffbothorganisationstosupporttherecoveryfromyear’swidespread foods. They are also already working with state and territory disaster and emergency response services on preparations for the upcoming high risk weather season.
People passionate about telling the great story of the Australian red meat industry will have the chance to sharpen their communication skills as part of Meat & Livestock Australia’s Ambassadors for the Red Meat Industry program.Theprogram is now taking expressions for interest for the 2022-23 fnancial year. It is an intensive theLindsayEngagementconsumers.andmediacommunicationcommunityprofessionaloffersopportunitydevelopmentthatparticipantstraininginengagement,throughandsocialmedia,buildingtrustwithMLAIndustryManagerKasprowiczsaidmostrecentroundof workshops were wellreceived by participants. “More than 100 people from across the red meat value chain took part in the 2021-22 workshops, including producers and industry professionals as well as those from the processing, retail, feedlot, research, veterinarian, stock agency, technology and transport sectors,” she agriculturalVirtualactivities,toandengagementonprovidedprograminvitedworkshop,had“Oncesaid.participantscompletedthetheyweretojointhealumniandwerewithupdatesMLA’scommunityactivitiesgiventheopportunityparticipateinthoseincludingClassroomsandshows.”
Put your hat in the ring to become a Red Meat Ambassador
frst step where stakeholderscommunity can learn how it works and how they can participate.ARLFCEO Matt Linnegar welcomed the collaboration with RDA Northern Rivers and the team’s strong local knowledge which will help ensure the program’s success. “The program,LARCand the partners opportunitiesmakeitstocommunitieswhoinvestingprogramchallenges.enormousexperiencedhasRiverssaid.opportunity,”readinessabout‘surviving’,aboutistruerecogniseinvolved,thatresiliencenotmerely‘coping’orbutchange,andhe“TheNortherncommunityundoubtedlyThisisaboutinthoseknowtheirbesthelpguiderecoveryandthemostofthat come their way.” RDA Northern Rivers Director Tim Williamson said the combined expertise and resources of the ARLF and RAI will equip local and regional leaders with valuable information and“Rarelyskills.does a program of the calibre of LARC come to our region. The Northern Rivers Future forum will bring us together as a region and give us the tools to build a better region for future generations,” heThesaid.one-day forum is a free event with guest speakers Anita Kuss, presenting on behalf of the RAI, the ALRFPaulResilienceAustralianCentre’sRyanandtheManager
The Ambassadors2022-23 workshops will be held in: • Adelaide, 12-14 October 2022 • Victoria (location to be confrmed), 30 November – 2 December 2022 • New South Wales, 1-3 March 2023 • theambassadorsfocusedsaid19-21•2023Territory,Northern20-22MarchQueensland,April2023MsKasprowicztheprogramisoncreatingwhohaveskills,knowledge,and confdence to engage with the community across a range of activities. “The program is ideal for anyone in the red meat supply chain who is passionate about community engagement and outreach, and are keen to build their skills in programmostconcernsthemoutproactivebutAustraliangreatshowssentimentpracticesustainabilityproduction,consumerscommunicatenewengagement,”buildingcommunication,trustandshesaid.“Participantswillgainskillstoeffectivelywithinredmeatindustryandbestfarming.“MLA’sconsumerresearchourindustryhassupportfromthecommunity,weneedtobeinreachingandengagingwithontheissuesandwhichmattertothem.Thiswillequipour industry’s fnest to do just that.”Kelly work in an offce,” she said.“By participating in this program, you will be sure to develop your skills to build consumer trust.” Find out more on the MLA website: MLA Ambassadors for the Red Meat Industry Program | Meat & Livestock Australia
FLOOD WORKS REMEDIATION TO DELIVER HEALTHIER FLOODPLAINS
“We’re committed to licensing and regulating foodplain harvesting and we’re serious about ensuring unapproved food works become compliant,” Ms Howard said.“We’re thathigh-prioritytargetingstructureseitherneedtobe removed or modifed to ensure they’re following the“Thisrules.means improved fows over foodplains and wateroutcomesenvironmentinconnectivity,improvedresultingahealthiernaturalandbetterfordownstreamusers.“Whenitcomesto foodplain management, we’re full steam ahead to deliver outcomes that are decades overdue. This is an accelerated program that will allow us to achieve by 2024 what would have taken more than 15 years to realise.”
The state’s peak farming group says there is a clear opportunity for the federal government to help businesses transition to cleaner vehicles. NSW Farmers Business, Economics and Trade Committee chair John Lowe said targeted extension of the instant asset write off could be used to encourage farmers and other rural business owners to purchase more modern, energy effcient equipment.“Farmers have a lot of expensive equipment with long lifespans that they use to produce food and fbre,” Mr Lowe said. “If the governmentfederalwants them to adopt low emissions technology, they should be incentivising them to upgrade by providing accelerated depreciation, or targeted instant asset write“However,offs. we need to make sure any of these schemes are practical and affordable, designed with industry to ensure maximum beneft for both the environment and productive business.”
The program is delivered in partnership with the ResourcesNaturalAccess Regulator (NRAR) and various NSW agencies and will target a range of unapproved food works including levees, embankments, roads, dams and channels. Ms Howard said the program will frst roll out across the Border Rivers, with NRAR feld offcers having commenced site visits there in July. “The program will look at 42 structures across 13 priority areas in the Border Rivers in this frst round,” Ms Howard said. The NSW Government will help landholders with design and assessment, but landholders will be responsible for the on-ground removal or modifcation. The priority areas across the Border Rivers were selected after assessment of hydraulic, ecological, and cultural impacts. More sites will be chosen and feld inspections will be carried out later this year and next year across the Gwydir, Environment,ofthejointNamoiBarwon-Darling,Macquarie,andvalleys.TheprogramisainitiativebetweenNSWDepartmentPlanningandNRAR, WaterNSW and the NSW Department of Primary Industries thanks to $10.2 million from the au/water/plans-programs/www.industry.nsw.gov.information,bytheandRuralGovernment’sCommonwealthSustainableWaterUseFund,$1.08millionfromNSWGovernment.Itwillbecompletedmid-2024.Formorevisit:https://
Government asked for practical help in energy transition
The NSW Government is leading the charge in returning water to foodplains, wetlands, rivers and creeks by bringing unapproved food works into compliance across the northern willConnectionsImprovingHoward,Environment,oftheofExecutiveBasin.DirectorWaterPlanningforNSWDepartmentPlanningandGisellesaidtheFloodplainProgramcomplement existing foodplain harvesting licensing and measurement regulations by improving foodplain connectivity in areas where unapproved food works – some up to 30 years old – are impeding natural fows.
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LABOR’S JOB SUMMIT FAILS TO DELIVER REAL ACTION ON AG WORKER SHORTAGE CRISIS
The Federal Government’sLaborJobs and Skills Summit has failed to deliver a plan to fx the ag worker shortage crisis currently facing regional NSW, and will go down in the history books as yet another Labor talkfest. NSW Deputy Premier and Leader of the NSW Nationals Paul Toole said the Federal Government had every opportunity to show leadership and deliver real solutions over the last two days but squandered the opportunity.“Myhopefor this Jobs and Skills Summit was to see real solutions to fx the ag worker shortage crisis, but all we saw was Labor turn a two-day talkfest into an ongoing roundtable,” Mr Toole said. “With summer harvest coming up across NSW, farmers need to begin sourcing workers now and the only thing Labor has been able to sauce is the party pies at the Jobs and Skills Summit. “Ag deserves better than a working group and a path to white paper, it needs action now.” Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders said while the summit had added 9,000 more regional migrant places across the country, it is not enough to make a signifcant dent in the 172,000 ag worker shortfall.“TheNSW Government has already undertaken a range of measures to address the situation including AgSkilled 2.0 and HelpHarvest NSW and we stand ready to work with the Commonwealth to assist further,” Mr Saunders said.“While the Jobs and Skills Summit may have had the best intentions going in, it has failed to make a signifcant dent on the 172,000 ag worker shortfall across Australia.
Mr Lowe said without an existing alternative to diesel for food and fbre production, Australia needed to ensure the transition was done in an orderly way. “I know there are some who want to scrap the fuel excise tax credit for off-road use, but at the moment there are no optionseconomically-viableforelectric tractors or hydrogenpowered utes,” Mr Lowe said.“With everyone feeling the pinch at the moment, the last thing we need are policies that drive up the cost of production and leave everyone worse off. “Farmers tell us they’re keen to do their bit in adopting new technologies, but until they’re available we need to fnd ways to reduce pollution without reducing our ability to feed renewalIncentivisingourselves.”theoftheagricultural feet with more effcient vehicles not only made good sense, Mr Lowe said, it would be good policy going forward, and he urged the government to work with farmers to fnd practical, affordable ways forward.
“The GovernmentFederalneeds to reinstate the Ag Workers Visa at the earliest possible opportunity to give our farmers a real solution to sourcing workers.”
• Delivering blue carbon projects on public, private and First Nations peoples owned and managed land.
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MLA Senior Market Information Analyst, Ripley Atkinson, said the state fgures highlighted producers rebuilding attitudes.“We’re seeing producers with a retaining a higher percentage of females on farm which will drive a longer-term positive outlook for the strength of the rebuild with larger calf drops for each season moving forwards,” Mr Atkinson said. “Across large parts of the eastern seaboard, on average the 2022 spring bull sale season, clearance rates and numbers of bulls offered and sold have also been moreproducersrelationship“Thehigh.correlativebetweenpurchasingbullsduringthis selling season and the lower FSR’s demonstrates producers either intend to or have females available to be joined to increase their herd numbers on farm”Whilst at a general level, averages across most sales have been higher, demonstrating medium term confdence in the industry for producers to invest in genetics and improve the performance of their herds.
Low female slaughter and positive bull sale results point albeitascomparedfemaleFSRliquidationoperatingtheleadrateAustraliatoherdstrengtheningtowardsoftherebuild,accordingMeat&Livestock(MLA).Thefemaleslaughter(FSR)isatechnicalindicatorofwhethernationalherdisinarebuildorstage.Thetracksthenumberofcattleprocessedwiththetotalapercentage.IntheJunequarter,slightlyhigherthe lowest fgure in a decade in Q1, the national FSR sat at 44%. Over the past 12 months, the FSR has averaged 44% nationally which supports MLA’s current cattle projections for a 5.6% rise in national numbers in 2022 due to the high retention of and South Australia are both operating signifcantly lower than the national average at 35.1% and 34.7%, whilst NSW’s FSR in Q2 was 41.7%.
stores approximately fve to 11 per cent of global blue carbon stocks. The Strategy will help unlock investment in blue carbon projects through carbon credits and other mechanisms that will ultimately beneft the state’s waterforeshorewhilecapturenaturalamarineanchange.resilienceenvironment,economy,andbuildtoclimateTheStrategyprovidesoverviewofhowecosystemsarepowerhouseformofcapitalthatcanandstorecarbonalsoimprovingprotection,quality,biodiversity and fsheries.
• Promoting pathways for blue strategycoasts/blue-carbon-nsw.gov.au/topics/water/https://www.environment.Strategy.EstatethetothemarinethreatenedexistingStrategyTheinvestment.carbonNSWBlueCarbonbuildsuponmanagementofandprotectedspeciesthrough$9.1millionSeabirdsSeascapesinitiative,$184millionMarineManagementToviewthereport,visit
• Conserving blue carbon ecosystems and supporting their adaptation.
NEW OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT AND HARNESS UNDERWATER FORESTS
REBUILD
Looking ahead “The trends point towards a strengthening of the herd rebuild as female retention on farm rises in line with increased offerings and clearance rates of bulls purchased by producers to join to the retained females. The effects of this retention of females and larger numbers of females joined won’t be fully appreciated or felt until these calf drops reach processor weights from grass or complete their feedlot programs. The results promote confdence for the medium term in both availability of supply and producers’ outlook.
“NSW is lucky to have some of the most vibrant marine ecosystems in the world and I want to make sure we are protecting our rich biodiversity for generations to come while also leveraging Australia’s500,000annualwhichmillioncurrentlyecosystemsopportunities.”investmentMarineandcoastalinNSWstoreabout10tonnesofcarbon,isequivalenttoemissionsfromhouseholds.coastline
Marine ecosystems and coastal communities will beneft from increased investment and restoration projects as a result of the new NSW Blue Carbon Strategy. Minister Environmentfor James Griffn said the Strategy is perfectly timed given the new era of natural capital and the increasing demand for sustainable investment products. “The simplest way to understand blue carbon is to liken it to underwater forests – just as trees store carbon, marine and coastal plants and ecosystems do too, except even more effciently,” Mr Griffn said. “Marine plants and coastal ecosystems, such as seagrass, mangroves and saltmarsh, store carbon up to four times more effciently than ecosystems on land. But, since European settlement in Australia, we’ve lost huge swathes of these ecosystems.“Wehavemore than 2,000 kilometres of NSW coastline and surrounding areas that could support the storage of additional blue carbon, which would signifcantly contribute to our goal of reducing carbon emissions, while restoring and rewilding our marine environment.
• Conducting blue carbon research.
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• Embedding blue carbon in coastal and marine policy planning management.and
The Government’sNSW directlyelsewhere.tocontrolledAboriginalGrantsCommunityCharlesalsowithImplementationSecondPlanNSWCAPOwillbereleasedtoday.NSWCAPOCo-ChairLynchsaidtheandPlaceprovidedanopportunityforcommunity-organisationsaccessfundingforinitiativesnotcovered“Thesegrantsrespondto
recent high-profle cases of Australians taking their own lives. Support was also consistently high amongst the public across age amongstparticularlyincomegenerations,groups,andbrackets,withhighsupportAustralians with children under 18 at home (84%).
needs identifed by our communities that must beaddressed in the short term,” Mr Lynch said. “By toAboriginalempoweringcommunitiesinvestinprojectsthat refect their individual priorities, we can tangibly shift the dial on Closing the Gap targets at a local gov.au/closingthegap/aboriginalaffairs.nsw.atAffairsvisitonImplementationongov.au/grants/aboriginalaffairs.nsw.atAffairsvisitguidelinesSeptemberandMonday2022/2023PlacetheApplicationslevel.”forCommunityandGrantsProgramwillopen5SeptembercloseFriday302022.Formoreinformation,andtoapply,theAboriginalNSWwebsitehttps://www.FormoreinformationtheNSWPlanClosingtheGap,theAboriginalNSWwebsitehttps://www. Closing the Gap Implementation Plan
initiatives we will signifcantly increase the likelihood of NSW achieving our targets under the ground.”outcomesarecommunitiestoNSWpartnershipdirecttheAgreementNationalonClosingGap.“ThisProgramisaoutcomefromthebetweentheGovernmentandNSWCAPOensureAboriginalandgroupsresourcedtodelivertangibleonthe
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South Australians also showed the strongest support of the fve largest states, following their State fundingeffectivecommunity,morepreventionbuildAustralia.suicideisPreventionAdvocate.Support.MsFederalcommitmentclearlyinsuicideincreasinglythecommitmentshasNSWpastpreventionof-governmentintroducingGovernmentawhole-suicideactinthe12months.TheLaborOppositionmadesimilarifitwins2023stateelection.“Australiansareawareofrisksandactiveitsprevention.TheywantincreasedfromtheirGovernment,”Murraysaid.Collaborate.SuicideAustraliathepeakbodyforpreventioninWeworktoastrongersuicidesector,aawareandengagedandamoreregulatoryandenvironment.
$30 MILLION ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY AND PLACE PROGRAM ANNOUNCED
Together we can achieve our shared vision of a world without suicide. “Swiftly introducing a National Suicide Prevention Act is good policy ahead of the growing economic and social challenges posing a major risk to suicide rates in this country.
“Let’s not forget research shows it’s two-to-three years after a natural or economic disaster that suicide rates can increase. We saw this with increases to suicide rates during the recessions of the 1980s and 1990s, and we’ve seen it after bushfres, Cyclone Yasi and the pressures.relationshiphousinggrowingfalloutthedifferencearefrontlineearthquake.Christchurch“Individualsandservicesmakingamajorinminimisingcurrentcommunitydrivenbycost-of-living,insecurityandbreakdown
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“However, the Federal Government is ultimately responsible for the 40-yearsuicidesyearspercenthaveinforofandforasSuicidetheMinister,MPs,theirforawaregovernmentwillPreventionperformance.policyeconomicnation’sandsocialsettings–and“ANationalSuicideActensureeveryministeris–andprepared–thehumanimpactofpolicydecisions.“WecallonallFederalnotjustthePrimetoconsidermeritsofaNationalPreventionActamatterofpriorityboththeparliamenttheirelectorates.”Sincetheintroductionthe2006BasicActSuicidePreventionJapan,suicidedeathsfallenbyabout40inthepast15andthenumberofnationwidehitalowin2019.
New research shows the vast majority (79%) of Australians back a National Suicide Prevention Act like Japan’s, as frontline services call on the Federal Australia’sSuicidepreventioninvolunteersoverthe2022).SaturdayPreventionleadMPsAlbanesePrimeletterandReachOut,WesleyRUOK?,individualsorganisationswillPreventionnow.GovernmentAlbanesetolegislatePeakbodySuicideAustraliajoin40prominentand-includingyourtown,Mission,MATESbatyr-inanopentobedeliveredtoMinisterAnthonyandall227andSenatorsintheuptoWorldSuicideDaynext(10SeptemberThosesupportingopenletterrepresent40,000staff,andleadersAustralia’ssuicidesector.ExclusiveresultsfromPreventionupcoming annual State of the Nation in coverageassocialotherrisingforgivenwasMurrayAustralia,SuicidetoAlbaneseagreeing)incl.(75%)preventionfromandshowPreventionSuicidesurvey,overwhelmingunitedsupportthesuicidesector*andpublic(79%,49%stronglyfortheGovernmentintroduceaNationalPreventionAct.SuicidePreventionCEO,Nievessaidthissupportnotsurprising,asurgeindemandfrontlineservices,interestratesandeconomicandfactors,aswelltheincreaseinmediafollowing
The Senate Inquiry into the Climate Change Bill 2022 and the Climate biomassParkerRegulatorthethisdoorcreditsenergylarge-scalefromtogovernment’sindustryfromforestseveryfurnacetreestonnesseeproposalsRenewables,andEarthinForestConservationWilsonandprotectandfailedGovernmentthereportofshockingelectricityforestsofrule2022Amendments)(ConsequentialChangeBillhasfailedtoouttheburningtimberfromnativeforbiomassgeneration.“Onlyweeksafterthe2021StatetheEnvironmentwasreleased,Federalhastotakedecisivesimpleactiontoourforestswildlife”saidHarris,NatureCouncilCampaigner.“TwocompaniesNSW,VerdantTechnologiesSweetmanhavethatwouldupto1millionofnativeforestfedintotheforbiomassyear.”“ThethreattoNSW’sandwildlifethebiomassisveryreal.”“Thefederalrefusalremovebiomasseligibilityforrenewablegenerationhaskeptthewide-openforindustry.”“TheChairofCleanEnergyDavidlabelledtheindustryas
‘very diffcult to make economic’. This is why this decision is so signifcant. Subsidies and credits can still make it viable.”
“This was a golden chance for the federal government to walk the talk on their response to the State of the report.EnvironmentTheyblewit.”
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Aboriginal CommunityControlled Organisations and Groups can apply for funding to meet Closing the Gap targets thanks to the NSW Government’s $30 millionCommunity and Place Grants Program. As part of the NSW Government’s 202224 Closing the PeakCoalitionannounce,toGroupsOrganisationsAboriginalsaidAffairsunderimmediateOrganisationssupportandprograms,offavailable$250,000ImplementationGapPlan,grantsofuptowillbetofundone-projectsincludingequipment,vehiclesinfrastructuretoAboriginalandGroupstodeliveroutcomesClosingtheGap.MinisterforAboriginalBenFranklinheencouragesallCommunity-ControlledandacrosstheStateapplyforfunding.“IamproudtowithNSWofAboriginalOrganisations,this signifcant funding outlined within the Closing the ImplementationGap Plan 2022-2024, which represents the inknowweAboriginalofFranklincommunities,”realcommitmentGovernment’stodrivingandmeaningfulchangeforAboriginalMrsaid.“GonearethedaysGovernmenttellingcommunitiesknowwhat’sbestforthem.Wethatbyinvestinglocalcommunity
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The Department for Planning and Environment has fundamentally failed to design or implement an effective scheme for biodiversity offsets according to the NSW Auditor General who has today tabled the fnal report into the Effectiveness of the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme.Numerous endangered species are unable to be offset due to poor oversight and a lack of planning and supply for in-demand credits with half of all threatened species likely to be extinct in 100 years time. Despite commitments from the then Environment Minister Matt Kean last year that there would be a “full and thorough” internal review of the scheme, failings on the integrity, transparency, and sustainability of the scheme have not been resolved and show little progress in improvement. Greens MP spokespersonandfor the environment Sue Higginson said, “The report is absolutely damning and confrms that we are facing an environmental crisis and the Government’s current policy is broken and contributing signifcantly to“Thisit.” broken scheme has failed to adequately identify and provide likefor-like offsets for many developments in NSW creating a situation where threatened species and ecological communities will likely go extinct due to the lack of appropriate and available offset credits,“TheAuditor General has made it very clear that there are insuffcient biodiversity gains being made through the scheme compared to the losses and impacts from development in NSW. This is compounded by the Department of Planning and Environment failing to provide oversight of the quality of offset sites or any conficts of interest that exist for assessors, “These failures by the Government mean that around 90% of demand for offsets cannot be matched with supply of appropriate credits and that the growth in required offsets for the NSW Government’s $112.7 billion dollar infrastructure pipeline will be a further challenge. 10 threatened species and 8 threatened ecological communities have almost no prospects for offsetting and these threatened species and communities will pay the ultimate price for the Government’s failures, this is a catastrophic cost for nature.“The Government needs to intervene now and halt projects that are relying on this offsets scheme until there is an accurate accounting of what offsets are available for developers and the Government. Right now, the offsets scheme is trading biodiversity that doesn’t and can’t exist anywhere else. “If Matt Kean is serious about reforming the scheme and rebuilding trust then there needs to be action that meets those commitments. The extinction crisis is happening now and the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme is a major contributing factor in the ongoing destruction of vital habitat in NSW,” Ms Higginson said.
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The heritage town of Wingham, a must for anyone visiting the Manning Valley on the Barrington Coast, will once again host the Wingham Music Festival. Headline acts include The Wolfe Brothers, The Black Sorrows, Daryl Braithwaite, The Waifs and many more. 14-16 October 2022.
“It’s time to move away from viewing water as a commodity to be controlled, and instead recognise its intrinsic value – water is part of a natural cycle, the balance of which must be restored and maintained if we are to live sustainably and to prosper.“Wealso have a responsibility to collaborate with traditional owners and explore water’s deep connection to country. And it’s important to remember that many Indigenous communities are vulnerable to water risk, especially drought.”
51 September 8, 2022 The Northern Rivers TimesLocally owned and independent NEWS
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The NSW government recently SubmeteringannouncedGrants to install new submeters to help businesses take advantage of energy saving scheme incentives. The government will fund 50% of the grant with a cap of $20,000 (excluding GST) and are available to support the purchase and installation of submeters for measuring energy performance. This means business owners can spend up to $40,000 on submetering and only payThe$20,000!grantsare open to NSW businesses with sites that spend a minimum of $200,000 a year on energy bills and close on 2 December 2022 or until the budget is expended.
purifed recycled water available for drinking and for use by power stations, industry and agriculture.“Thegovernment has a key role to play in managing the transition to new methods of water management. Investment programs, such as the National Water Grid Fund, are the frst step but infrastructure can only be part of the potentialtacklingthesolution.”Re-emphasisingimportanceofthefuturethreatsposed by droughts, foods and storms across the country, Lindsey says that Australia needs to ‘reorient’ its relationship with“Bywater.focusing on economic impacts of extreme weather events in our socialidentifyreport,Aquanomicsweaimtohelpandunlocktheandenvironmental benefts of tackling water risk head-on.
Droughts, foods, and storms could result in a total loss of AUD$452 billion to Australia’s GDP between 2022 and 2050, according to new research launched.
Aquanomics: The economics of water risk and future resilience report is published by global 0.6%annualwillandservicesprofessionalcompanyGHDrevealsAustraliasufferanaverageGDPlossofduetowaterrisks such as droughts, foods, andThestorms.research places Australia in the third most vulnerable position when projecting the future economic impact of these events in seven countries*.Italsohighlights that Australia’s agricultural and retail sectors could be particularly hard hit and these rising threats need to be tackled now with greater focus on solutions like water recycling, desalination, and smarter irrigation. Lindsey andexistingtheinfrastructure,howeventsfromthecreateGHD,MarketAustralianBrown,WaterLeaderatexplains:“Toresiliencetoincreasingrisksextremeweatherweneedtoadaptwebuildwateroptimiseperformanceofinfrastructureprioritisenaturebased solutions to water management across industries.”Stormsare expected to have the greatest direct impact on the Australian economy (AUD$102 billion), followed by foods (AUD$64 billion) and droughts (AUD$41 billion). This is the frst time that the economic impact of these three types of events have been calculated at a GDP and sector level. The Aquanomics report builds on highlightedconcernsrecently by the statedDatabasethewater.1970sworldwideallrevealedChangePanelIntergovernmentalonClimate(IPCC)thatoverhalfofnaturaldisasterssincethehaveinvolvedInaddition,in2021,EmergencyEvent(EM-DAT)thatdrought, food and storm disasters affected close to 100 million people globally through oftheinsecurityeconomicdisplacement,damage,foodandinjury.Aquanomicshighlightspotentialimpactextremeweather events on fve critical economic sectors in Australia: agriculture; banking and insurance; energy and utilities; fastmoving consumer goods (FMCG) and retail; and manufacturing and IncreasingnaturalpollutiondesignwateroptionsmanagementapproachcircularregenerationandthroughlivesmaterialscirculatingwasteinvolvesAustralia,”climateacircularwater,increasingpopulation2030lossesprojectedvulnerable,sectorAustralia’sdistribution.Itrevealsthatagriculturalisparticularlywithannualoutputofover5%byand8%by2050**.“WithagrowinganddemandforembracingtheeconomyiskeypartofcreatingresilienceinsaysLindsey.Thecirculareconomyeliminatingandpollution,productsandtoextendtheiraslongaspossiblerecyclingreuse,andtheofnature.AddsLindsey:“Aeconomytowaterincludeslikesupportingauthoritiestooutwasteandandregeneratesystems.suppliesof manufactured water through water reuse and recycling also offers a reliable source of water that is not climatedependent and can contribute to economywide Thesebecomeandwastewaterstresscrucialdesalinationisthecitieshydrogen.productioneffortsdecarbonisationthroughenergyofgreen“ForAustralia’scoastal–where80%ofcountry’spopulationconcentrated–willbeineasingwaterandinland,treatmentrecyclingwillmoreimportant.processesmake
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Minister for Planning and Minister for Homes Anthony Roberts said the new SEPP sets standards for energy, water and thermal performance in new homes, and establishes provisions to create more sustainable nonresidential buildings. “We recognise the importance of good design and sustainability in planning, that’s why we are progressing updates to our online Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) tool and introducing sustainability requirements for new commercial buildings,” Mr Roberts said. “We need to ensure the places we live, work and stay in are more comfortable – all while we save people money on their power bills and contribute to our net zero target.” Mr Roberts said the policy incorporates increased energy and thermal performance standards, and the introduction of a new index within BASIX to measure the greenhouse gas emissions produced in manufacturing residential building materials. “It also introduces new energy and water standards for large commercial buildings, and requires these developments to demonstrate they are net-zero ready,” he said. “We want to drive down emissions, saving around 260,000 tonnes a year of CO2 and helping reach net-zero emissions by 2050. For more information, visit: sustainable-buildings-seppwww.planning.nsw.gov.au/
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“Half of the funding will be given upfront, while the remainder will be delivered if strategic planning initiative milestones have been met, such as updating housing policies and local and affordable housing strategies.”
• A new playground for kids aged 11 and up, to support almost 5,000 homes in Ballina;
The construction of tens of thousands of homes can now be accelerated across regional NSW, thanks to nearly $30 million in funding.
totoworkstrategic“Thesaid.neededbedonereceive this funding could pave the way for more than 113,000 new homes across these local government areas by 2040.” Strategic planning milestones must be met by 31 December 2022 or 31 March 2023 to qualify for the second phase of funding, with nominated infrastructure projects to be completed by 31 December 2023. Projects to beneft from the Regional Housing Fund include:
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Ms Gibson said the Government is focused on getting homes built, with the right infrastructure in place from the get-go.
“This funding will help accelerateinfrastructure and willprojectsspaceopenthatdirectly support more than 46,000 new homes where they’re needed regionalin NSW,” she
• A mountain bike park to support around 4,800 homes in Singleton;
• A new cycleway and pathway connecting the missing link between Mitchell Highway at Windradyne to the existing Kath Knowles Walkway, supporting 204 new homes in Bathurst. This program supports the Government’s response to the Regional Housing Taskforce recommendations and the launch of round three of the Accelerated Infrastructure Fund. For more information on the Regional Housing Fund, visit www.planning. nsw.gov.au/regional-housing-fund POLICY TO DRIVE HOMES&ENERGYDOWNCOSTSBUILDBETTER
A new nation-leading policy to help NSW reach net zero emission targets and deliver more comfortable and energy-effcient homes and buildings has been released today. Treasurer and Minister for Energy Matt Kean said this new Sustainable Buildings State Environmental Planning Policy sets new standards and is expected to reduce household energy bills, and ensure homes are naturally cooler in summer and warmer in winter.
“These new standards will drive more energy-effcient homes from Bondi to Broken Hill and beyond, with better design, better insulation and more sunlight,” Mr Kean said. “People living in new high-rise apartments in suburban Sydney will save up to $150 a year, new Western Sydney homeowners will see a reduction of $720 a year, and our regional communities as much as $970 a year. “NSW is also raising the bar with this frst-of-its-kind policy in energy effciency and sustainability for new offces and hotels. These updated standards will keep operating costs down for owners and tenants, and give them the assurance they got what they paid for. “The policy will enable the NSW Government to collect critical data about building performance and greenhouse gas emissions. This will inform future benchmarks and ensure NSW keeps pace with the national trajectory for low-energy buildings.”
The Department of Planning and Environment’s Executive Director of Housing Supply and Infrastructure Monica Gibson said the investment from the Regional Housing Fund, will help deliver the public space and infrastructure needed to support thriving communities.
“We are helping 21 high-growth regional councils deliver 25 new projects that will provide services, open space and connections to fasttrack a pipeline of new homes,” Ms Gibson said. “The $1.4 million infrastructure investment is an incentive for the council doing the planning work necessary to implement the Regional Housing Taskforce’s recommendations locally and fast-track the delivery of new housing in its region.
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In just 31 weeks the 34th Annual Bluesfest’s gates will open for what promises to be the most exciting Bluesfest ever. Some of the fnest contemporary and legendary Blues, Roots, Soul, Rock, Hip Hop, R&B, World and Americana music artists (and more) are confrmed to appear for the frst original style Bluesfest since the world’s borders re-opened. After a hugely successful 2022, that featured the best of predominantly Australian and NZ artists, it’s time to mix it up again. For the frst time since 2019, Bluesfest is free and unencumbered to showcase the fnest genres of music from all over the globe. This is an incredible opening line up – over 40 artists alone in this frst announcement – with more to come. And more good news is that ticket prices, camping and VIP tickets remain the same as 2022’s prices. That’s despite the signifcant increase in cost of international fights and freight logistics, with artists fees also on the rise. Bluesfest will also invest in upgrading the VIP area to raise the VIP experience to new heights. For the campers that seek a ‘class above’ experience you can upgrade to the Rainbow Tipi accommodation this year [with a modest increase in price] as well as experience further improvements with the onsite rental tents. The 365 days a year site improvement on the Bluesfest property continue… “Since last year we’ve invested over $500k upgrading and waterproofng the Bluesfest site. Both myself and my team are currently looking at every single aspect of the Bluesfest experience to ensure it’s of the highest quality possible” said Peter Noble OAM. Today, Bluesfest release 5-day tickets, and VIP tickets at the same 2022 price points. On site camping options also go on sale today at the same prices as 2022 for those who pitch their tents and vans. In the coming weeks Bluesfest will release more of the line-up, along with the artist play dates so that both day-trippers and 3-day ticket holders can make an informed choice. Tickets are available now through Moshtix www.bluesfest.com.au/tickets Stand by for further announcements on two special satellite events happening in Melbourne and Perth, as well as side shows from some of this amazing line up. A word from Festival Director Peter Noble OAM: “For the frst time since 2019, Bluesfest is presenting a fully international festival experience like the legendary ones we did before the COVID-era. Whilst there are still plenty of Aussie artists listed in this frst and upcoming announcements it is wonderful to once again in 2023, after four long years be able to bring back some of the greatest Blues, Roots, Soul, Rock, Hip Hop, R&B, World and Americana artists (and so much more) back to our shores after so long. As well as, of course, the stars of tomorrow. We have our largest number of artists ever listed in our frst Bluesfest artist announcement… check it out, there’s more than 40 of them. It is such a stunning list for every Bluesfester. More good news is we’ve made the call to NOT increase our ticket prices. As always there’s a large allocation of tickets so everyone can experience the whole musical enchilada we are proud to be bringing to our shores. A fve-day season ticket at Bluesfest can be a life changing experience, and I promise you I will do my utmost best to present the greatest gathering of artists I can for our 34th Annual Bluesfest at Byron Events Farm over the Easter Long Weekend from April 6 - 10 next year. For those of you who’d prefer to ‘day trip’ or purchase a 3 day ‘long weekend’ ticket, we are currently working on scheduling the artists’ play dates, and we will be releasing these, as well as the 1 & 3-day tickets soon. Watch this space! It may just be a few short weeks away…
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You’ll need a guide for the challenging day trek to Mount Gower on the island’s southern end. There are gentle walks too, such as Valley of the Shadows amid groves of Banyan trees and Kentia palms. You can also spot red-tailed tropicbirds perform their spectacular airborne courting displays on the Malabar Hill walk.
Catch gar sh from the shore or join a sh ing tour and head outside the reef to catch wahoo, king sh, trevally and yellow n tuna. Commercial shing is not allowed within the Lord Howe Island Marine Park, so you’ll nd an abundance of sh. Be sure to check the regulations before you head out as there are sanctuary zones in the marine park and limits apply on certain species. e ight time between Ballina (BNK) and Lord Howe Island (LDH) is around 5h -
Mount Gower, part of the Seven Peaks Walk on Lord Howe Island
Paradise found
The pristine waters surrounding Lord Howe Island are a unique mix of warm tropical and cool temperate ocean currents, home to over 450 fsh species and 90 species of coral, many of which only occur here. A wonderful way to see the reef, colourful fsh and turtles is on a glass-bottom boat and snorkelling tour. You can also handfeed fsh at Ned’s Beach Special Purpose Zone, which is protected by a no-take area. Enjoy snorkelling in the iridescent blue playground that surrounds the island, where scores of seabirds nest. The world’s southernmost coral reef protects a crys tal-clear lagoon perfect for swimming and other water sports. Plot your escape to Lord Howe to coincide with one of four Ocean Swim Weeks held throughout the year or the Summer Festival (the next event will be held in 2023).
The Lord Howe Island Marine Park is one of the best diving spots in the world, with more than 60 dive sites and many that remain undiscovered. The underwater world around Ball’s Pyramid, the world’s tallest sea stack, is home to a unique coral community with giant fan corals, as well as rare Spanish dancers and the rare and protected Ballina angelfsh.
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“Delivering these budget promises will provide incentives for small and family businesses to deepen their commitment to their communities and the“Theeconomy.digital tax break will allow them to invest in items such as cyber security systems, cloud-based services, accounting or eInvoicing software, hardware such as laptops and portable payment devices.
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“The release of draft legislation by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Small Business Minister Julie Collins and Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones will be warmly welcomed by the small business community. “Small business is a dynamic and fastgrowing sector that allows people with an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue their dreams and incentives like this will help increase the $438 billion contribution small business makes to the provideeconomy.“Smallbusinessesemployment for more than fve million Australians – that’s two out of every fve people with a private sector job.
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“This will mean small businesses will get a $120 tax deduction for $100 spent on digital uptake and upskilling staff,” Mr Billson said. “Locking in these measures will ensure small and grow.trulytrainingincentives,haveenabled,businessesfamilyaredigitallyresilientandthesupport,skills,andneededtobecompetitiveandto
“Deeper engagementdigitalhasbeen the saviour for many small and family businesses throughout the pandemic and assistance to build their digital capacity is an important investment in their future.
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The measures frst announced in the March budget will see small businesses with annual turnover of less than $50 million given a bonus 20% deduction for expenses and assetsdepreciatingassociated with the uptake of digital technology and an extra 20% deduction for the cost of external training courses delivered to their employees by providers registered in Australia.
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individuals,structures,Organisationalnotare to blame for workplace bullying, which affects 10 per cent of employees, according to a new Australian study citing “poor management practices” as the root cause of bullying. For the frst time, University of South Australia researchers have developed an evidence-based screening tool that identifes nine major risk areas for workplace bullying embedded in day-to-day practices, putting the onus on organisations to address the problem. In a paper published this week in the Journal of
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“It can be tempting to see bullying as a behavioural problem between individuals, but the evidence suggests that bullying actually refects structural risks in the organisationalthemselves.”organisationsThemajorrisks have now been identifed and built into a screening tool that has been validated in a hospital setting. “The tool predicts both individuallevel and risksworkplaceteam-levelbullyingthatjeopardise the psychological health of employees,” Prof Tuckey says.The researchers say that existing strategies, such as focusinvestigatinginci-dentawarenesspolicies,anti-bullyingbullyingtraining,reportingandcomplaints,onbehaviour between individuals and overlook workplace structures.“Workplace bullying undermines the functioning of employees and organisations alike. It leads to mental health problems, post-traumatic stress
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“For a small business, the cost of training staff can be quite signifcant, and this deduction will support owners to make an investment in upskilling staff to drive productivity and competitiveness.”
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SAFETY Advanced technologiessafetyinclude a pre-collision safety system with autonomous emergency braking, active cruise control, automatic high beam, and technologies to assist with cornering, staying in the intended lane and detecting speed signs. A reversing camera and a full suite of brake assist and traction-control systems, including active cornering assist are also standard. Eight airbags include driver, front passenger, two front centre, two front side, two curtain shield. The new front-row centre airbags – a frst in class – are designed to offer protectionadditionalinarange of accidents. They can act as energy-absorbing cushions between the driver and front passenger in side crashes, or in passenger-side crashes when the driver is the only occupant. They can also provide safety benefts in rollover accidents.
INTERIOR Toyota Yaris Ascent Sport has an all-black interior, offering an open, spacious and comfortable cabin with ample headroom and an up-market ambience with high-quality seat fabrics. Despite a wider centre console, there is no room for an armrest, hence no leaning post for the driver. Gearshift and cup holders take up the space. However, the new platform allows the driver’s seat to be set lower and further back towards the centre of the car, creating an appealing driving position and helping to lower the vehicle’s centre of gravity by around 15 mm.The steering wheel is set closer to the driver, with wider tilt and telescopic adjustments.
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A CVT-equipped hybrid on SX and ZR attracts a further $2000 over their equivalent petrol variants.Ownership costs include a fve-year warranty, extendable to seven years, up to 10 years on the hybrid battery and fve annual services capped at $195 each.Conveniently to hand on Ascent Sport is standard equipment which includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED daytime running lamps, tail and stop lights; auto retractable door mirrors with LED turn signals; and power windows. For the frst time on a Toyota vehicle in Australia there are safety features designed to make Yaris the world’s safest compact car. They include front-centre airbags, sensors that can detect vehicles or pedestrians at intersections when making turns and secondary collision braking.
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The initial plan was for the Ogdens to visit their daughter in Sydney from south-east Queensland without getting caught in the domestic air travel chaos, or risking catching COVID-19. Fortunately, the kind folk at Toyota Australia found a spare Yaris lying around and offered it up for the drive. As we, the intrepid pair, were about to set off, came the news that an old family friend had died in Melbourne and the funeral was to take place while we were in Sydney. What were the chances of driving on to Victoria and back in the Yaris? Following a phone call to Toyota, every chance.Theresult was a 3700-kilometre round trip in a vehicle that would have been far from the top of the list in which to tackle such an exhaustive exercise. How wrong we would have been. The entry-level Yaris Ascent Sport had the last laugh, lapping up the highway kilometres, or taking on heavy traffc in the country’s two largest (and congested) cities. Although the lack of factory-ftted sat-nav was a drag. Google is no competition here. The new 1.5-litre petrol engine produces more power and torque, while using less fuel than the 1.3 and 1.5-litre four-cylinder engines it replaces. Tagged with the ‘Sport’, performanceengineisnot all that impressive. In slow city traffc high revs are the key otherwise stalling is the Toyotadownfall.claims the new Yaris manual uses just 5.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres on the combined cycle. The test car clocked 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres while fitting around towns on the route and 3.7 litres per 100 kilometres on the open road. Total fuel bill came to $286.47, thanks, Toyota.Thelittle motor was quiet enough at low revs but let out a raspy reply when urged to work higher up the scale. The manual gear shift at times was not of Toyota’s usual high standards and needed frm handling to avoid connecting with the wrong gear. On the upside, the new platform underpins a signifcant increase in body rigidity, which contributes to agility, stable handling, ride comfort and lower noise and vibration. A 270-litre cargo area incorporates a two-level deck board. Big items – two large suitcases in the case of our excursion - can be accommodated with 60:40 split-fold rear seat backs folded fat. Front door pockets take up to a dehydrationbeating 1.5-litre bottle, rear door pockets up to a 600ml bottle.
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the fve and seven-seat sports utility vehicle, or Mum’s minibus, the eight-seater people mover, which can take the kids and all their kit. However, there is another side to family life. Sons and daughters leave home and start families of their own. It is often left to Mum and Dad to bring the family together with visits to their offspring. A gas guzzling minibus is the last thing the downsized duo needs. This is where a small economical runabout comes to the fore. –something like the Toyota Yaris Ascent Sport hatchback, a versatile compact capable of carrying four adults, or a couple and all their luggage, the latter on a considerable road test distance.Atanaffordable $22,130, plus onroad costs, the car is the entry level to the Yaris line and the only variant with a six-speed manual transmission. The others, whichhavepetrol/electricincludinghybrids,adirectshiftCVT,addsjust$1500.
STYLING The all-new Yaris is shorter and lower than its predecessor, with a longer wheelbase (40 mm). Despite the lower roofine, interior headroom is compromised,notthe driver and passengers sitting lower thanks to the new Toyota B-platform. A sporty exterior boasts astand-out cascading grille, longer bonnet, sculpted door panels, character lines and a shorter rear overhang. There are 12 exterior colours, including Cherry Blossom in the case of the test vehicle, which elicited compliments from onlookers who marveled at the subtle change of hue from off-white to lavender, depending on the light.
SUMMARY The test took place mostly under clear winter skies, all on sealed roads, the Yaris also coping with early morning frost in the Southern Highlands and being rain bombed on the Hume, all the way to drawing together relatives and friends – a genuine family car. long road Yaris Ascent Sport hatchback passes the family test MOVES TOWARDS HAPPY FAMILIES
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INFOTAINMENT Driver information is sourced through a 7-inch touchscreen and a 4.2inch multi-information display in the instrument cluster.Bluetooth connectivity includes phone and music. With enhanced voicethere’srecognition,accessto Sir, Eyes Free, Google Now voice commands. AM / FM / DAB+ digital radio is in the hands of six speakers, while USB video playback is on offer when the vehicle is stationary.
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The new three-cylinderdirect-injection1.5-litre petrol engine’s 88 kW and 145 Nm forge gains of 10 per cent and 2.7 per cent over the previous four-cylinder1.5-litreengine, the result of a lighter block and crankshaft, reduced frictional losses and high-speed combustion technology.
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POWERTRAIN With a 78 kWh Lithiumion battery, 75 kWh of which is useable, the electric powertrain in this particular model produces 170kW of power and 330Nm of torque, with drive to the front wheels through a single reduction gear transmission.
air fltration system, wireless phone charger, 600 watt panoramicalongHarman/Kardon13-speakeraudiowithafull-lengthglassroof.Ourtestvehiclewas ftted with the Plus and Pilot Lite packs as well as ventilated Nappa leather, the latter an additional $6000.Likemany manufacturers Polestar has not escaped the global shortage of semiconductors.electricalThecarwedrovewas ftted with LED pixel headlights with adaptive high beam. It’s been forced to replace this with less sophisticated LEDs with active high beam (minus choice.or‘space’eitherbookIfromprocessdifferentpluspriceanticipated,entryandfairanimation.replacedlightfunctionality).corneringWelcomeandfarewellsequenceshavebeenwithfadein/outAllofthisputsthecarawayupthefoodchainalongwayfromthelevelmodelwehadtakingtheastestedto$83,800on-roads.BuyingaPolestarisabittoo.Thewholetakesplaceonlineordertopayment.Whataboutatestdrive,hearyouask?Youcanatestdrivehere,atadesignatedineachcapitalcityatalocationofyour
SUMMING UP In the electric car world, it’s all about price and range.ThePolestar 2 looks the goods and ticks both of these boxes, but you might want to consider this. Until electric vehicle infrastructure catches up with petrol, you’ll always be planning your life around the car. When and where it can next be charged and how long it will take to accomplish thisEventask.if you shell out for a wall box at home, it is still going to take several hours and to keep ahead of the curve, you need to top it up as frequently as possible.Inrealterms, however, Polestar 2 could easily replace that petrolpowered car in your driveway.Polestar estimates a sixmonth wait for delivery (more if you option the 19-inch 5-Double Spoke Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheel).
STYLING Polestar 2 has a sloping tailgate that rises to reveal a long but shallow luggage area, with a hidden storage underneath.Polestar2 was designed by Thomas Ingenlath alongside the Volvo Concept 40.1 which later became the basis of the XC40.Inhindsight the decision to incorporate a radiator grille was a good one, because it avoids the goofy look that some EVs project. It looks classic and energy-savingpowersteeringbirdssensorsplusdimmingandAdaptivePlusPilotmodelsbeoperatedparkviewwipers,mirrors,retractableadaptivewithalloys,Thereclassier.are19-inchLEDheadlightsactivebeam,rearLEDlights,framelessautolightsandauto-dimmingrearmirror,frontandrearsensors,andafoottailgate.Additionalfeaturescanaddedtosinglemotorwiththe$3400Litepackor$6000pack.PilotLitePackaddsCruiseControlPilotAssist,autoforsidemirrorsafurtherfourparkingand360-degreeeyecameraview.Plus,itaddsaheatedwheel,fullseatadjustment,anheatpump,
SAFETY Safety is somethingsurprisinglyofagreyarea.Polestar2getsafull
The Polestar brand is an offshoot of Volvo and has been positioned as a standalone range of performance electric vehicles.Atlaunch the price started at $59,000 but as is often the case the price has gone up. The single motor, standard range, front-wheel drive model is now priced from $69,335 driveaway.Thelong-range single motor version is $74,060 driveaway while the range-topping long range, dual motor model, with all-wheel drive is $79,310 driveaway.Metallicpaint is standard, and all models start with the same basic range of climateupholsteryembossed,Standardequipment.kitincludestexturedleatherandtwo-zoneairconditioning.
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POLESTAR 2 LONG RANGE SINGLE MOTOR
Although the range is listed as 551km, in reality the most we saw was 440km even when the car was fully charged, considerably less than promised.Atripinto Sydney, a distance of about 160 km return, used about 30 per cent of the charge – which in theory means you could do it three times before needing to recharge. Like the XC40 Recharge we drove recently, there’s no key or start button. You just hop in, put your foot on the brake, put it into drive or reverse and off youAccelerationgo. is quick, but not lightning quick. It’s fast enough however to make you think you’re behind the wheel of something a bit special. Helping keep the battery topped up is regenerative braking, which reclaims power when the car travels downhill. You can choose between two levels of regenerative braking and adopt a onepedal form of driving where there’s no need to apply the brakes. Lifting off the accelerator brings the car to a stop. It takes some practice but may not be to everyone’s liking. Because of the batteries, the car weighs over two tonnes, but has a low centre of gravity which helps it to sit fat in corners. Pushed too hard however and it has a tendency to run wide. The ride is sporty or in other words a little on the frm side but can be jarring on poorTheroads.weight gives it a big car feel in the way the suspension responds, taking a little longer to respond to bumps. At this point I should mention a major hiccup we experienced while driving the car. Waiting for the lights to change at a major intersection, it took two rotations of the traffc lights before we could get through. When the lights fnally turned green and we hit the accelerator, nothing happened. The car had turned itself off, or at least had gone into park mode while waiting. The guy behind wasn’t too impressed, let me tell you. I’m not big fans of Google Maps, I prefer the more user-friendly Waze, which is basically Maps with a different interface. Waze also supports speed camera warnings.
fve-star crash rating from ANCAP, with a rear-view camera and seven airbags including a centre airbag. There’s also autonomous emergency standardsystem.advancedlanewarningkeepsupportAssist)Road(Car-to-Car,brakingVulnerableUserandJunctionaswellasalanesystemwithlaneassist,lanedepartureandemergencykeepingandanspeedassistanceWhatyoudon’tgetasareblindspot warnings, cross traffc alert with brake support, rear collision warning and mitigation, nor adaptive cruise control – which are all part of the $3400 Pilot Lite Volvo’sbrandforthere’sJustpack.assurprisingly,nohead-updisplaythewindscreeneither.IguessthePolestardoesn’tshareemphasiswith
Polestar offers a fve warranty, along with fve years warranty.8-year/160,000kmisassistance.servicingcomplimentaryandroadsideThebatterycoveredbyan INFOTAINMENT Infotainment is dominated by a huge Tesla-like 11.2-inch portrait style thetheairincludingthroughAudiotouchscreen.HighPerformancedelivers250Wattseightspeakers,abass-boostingwoofermountedunderbonnet--justbelowwindscreen. Polestar 2 is the frst car to come with a built-in Google infotainment system. It includes Google Assistant, Google Maps, with charging options and Google Play Store, which offers optimised in-car apps for seamless integration.
iPhone users have not been forgotten, with Apple CarPlay/Siri now included. The system is connected to the net and receives over-the-air updates like a phone. Polestar 2 makes automatic emergency calls in the event of a crash or if the car has been stolen. There are two USB Type-C connections in the front and two more in the rear of the car. You can use them to charge compatible devices, but they do not offer a data connection.
Polestar 2 . . . taking the fght up to Tesla
NEW ASTON MARTIN V12 VANTAGE
By EWAN KENNEDY Aston Martin has introduced the new V12 Vantage Roadster with production strictly limited to 249 customer examples globally. For the frst time in a Vantage Roadster power is from a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine. Developing 700PS at 6500 rpm and 753Nm of torque at 5,500Acceleratingrpm. from rest to 100 km/h in just 3.5sec and with a top speed of 320 km/h the V12 Vantage Roadster occupies the very highest echelon of open-top sportscar performance. With a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and mechanical limitedslip differential mounted at the rear, the Vantage Roadster has the balance of a operatingcontrolinAdaptiveminimisestransmissionrear-wheelfront-mid-engineddrivelayout.Anoptimisedcalibrationshiftspeeds.softwarethetransmission’ssystemmonitorsconditions and driver demands to enhance the driver’s feeling of response and control.While it has the same suspension hardware as the V12 Vantage it has a bespoke tune for its adaptive dampers. Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster has Carbon Ceramic Brakes as standard. Measuring 410mm x 38mm the front discs are gripped by six-piston calipers. The 360mm x 32mm rear discs have fourpiston calipers. With much increased stopping power and tremendous resistance to brake fade at high temperatures. In order to further reduce overall mass, the V12 Vantage Roadster’s front bumper, clamshell bonnet, front guards and side sills are made from carbon fbre. The rear bumper and bootlid are also made from weight-saving composite material.Additional savings have been made with the adoption of a lightweight battery and a special
andadditionalsplitterwithVantage.istrackaccommodatedesignRoadster’slesssystemstainlessfromsystemtwin-exitcentre-mountedexhaustfabricatedlightweight1mmsteel.Thisnewweighs7.2kgthantheVantageexhaust.Thewidebodyisnecessarytothewide-suspension,which40mmwiderthanThenewfrontbumperfullwidthfrontgeneratesdownforceaerodynamic balance, while increased cooling is achieved by the reshaped front grille, which is 25 per cent performancelarger.Aerodynamicis improved by single-piece sills and rear bumper, which have an integrated diffuser. The V12 Vantage Roadster doesn’t have the rear wing, but it can be specifed as an option. The 21-inch alloy wheels are offered in two fnishes, satin black or satin black diamond turned. An optional lightweight forged wheel option is available in both satin black and satin black diamond turned, which saves a further 8kg of unsprung mass. Michelin Pilot 4S high performance tyres –275/35 R21 front and 315/30 R21 at the rear are standard ftment on allTherims.V12 Roadster is ftted with Sports Plus Seats trimmed in full semi-aniline leather and featuring ‘Wings’ quilt and perforation pattern as standard. A carbon fbre performance seat with exposed twill carbon fbre shell and manual six-way adjustment are anAstonoption.Martin V12 Vantage customersRoadstercanboost the exclusivity of their car by engaging the services of the marque’s bespoke personalisation service, Q by Aston Martin, for everything from striking exterior graphics and liveries to woven leather. ROADSTER
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Castle PorongurupRock Skywalk Riesling 2022, $25. Castle Rock have almost as many rieslings as there are wine-coloured paints at Bunnings. In the citrus spectrum and closer to eastern state riesling, a bit brighter than its brethren. Exactly the opposite scores to last vintage. 9.5/10.
Hey Max, can you see the Black Panther? Inquired Ms L. just a little too Luckilyloudly.wewere at Bunnings, looking at paint colours, and not an airport lounge. If you thought wine writing was a pretty cool job, how about being a black.particularBlacksomeoneteam,person,Itandofjobworldthey’respecialistpaint-namingorwhatevercalled?Somewhereintheitissomeone’stolookatashadeanyandeverycolourputanametoit.mightbejustoneorperhapsabutsomewhere,cameupwithPantherforashadeof,yes,Fewpeoplehaveseen a panther in the fesh - or is that fur? so it is hard to judge just how accurate Black Panther is, and perhaps panthers themselves may like a say in the matter, as surely there may be many shades of panther, but thatís not very useful in a paint shop.Ditto Black Fox. Is there really such a thing or is this just in the imagination of the colour cops at Taubmans, et al? Okay this may not sound like much fun and fraught with the thought of law suits from animal rights groups, which is perhaps why paint names have blended and trended to such things as Black interestedDeepnotwithstandingNight,Purplemaybeinthatone, both bone fde colours. But how about Daves Grey? Would older ugly people appreciate the humour, or not? Billiard apparentlyBallisa colour, another black, yet there are no black balls in the game of billiards. Clearly truth is not Paramount, which is a different colour altogether.AllBlack could get messy too, but Trendy and Tornado are likely safe.Ditto Black Jack, Black Earth, and Black Sea. A slow day at the offce or an apprentice letAndloose?these are just a few from the black end of the spectrum. How about venturing out into the less fashionable and slimming shades like Hi Ho Silver, Silver Service or, wait for it, Invisible!Thatshould sell like hot cakes, a shade of orange as it happens, as isClearlyPremonition.inthe paint world, nothing is just black and white, and spare a thought for the poor paint pickers at Pantone.Whata job eh? Okay, so when it comes winechoosingtobetweenwritingand sniffng around for paint names, and obviously alcohol is involved in both, which would you rather, free wine or free paint?
Sons of Eden (Barossa $70.Vine‘Romulus’Valley)OldShiraz2018, Lovers of big Barossan brutish wolves will prefer this, under a label the colour of a dark Havana Sunrise as opposed to the Remus’s ‘Daves Grey’, but we didn’t. 9.6/10.
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Grampians Estate ‘St Ethel’s’ Great Western Shiraz 2020, $50.
Can of worms in a can of paint.
Sons of Eden (Eden Valley) ‘Remus’ Old Vine Shiraz, 2018, $70. What wouldcolourRemus be? Black wolf perhaps? In the tale of two valleys’ shiraz this takes top spot by the breadth of a paint brush bristle. Less brash, more forally fragrant and cerebral. 9.7/10. Grampians Estate ‘Streeton’ Reserve Shiraz 2020, $80. I wonder what Sir Arthur would have thought of ‘Army Greens’, or ‘Mermaid Tail’ on his palette? Perhaps he could have simply picked ‘Emerald Forest’ for this label instead of making his own. Big but soft as accompaniment.landscapes,Streeton’saperfect9.5/10
by Max Crus Castle PorongurupRock (WA) Riesling 2022, $30. There’s another three names. Castle Rock would be a grey surely? The midpriced riesling in the range and more softer stone-fruits than citrus, another couple of lovely colours, and characters, and dry as a paint-pickers wit. 9.4/10.
St Ethel’s label is defnitely ‘Dowager Grey’, and an apt wine for the title. A wine of high social standing and for our palate more accommodating and rounder than the Streeton. 9.6/10.
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e discovery is an incremental yet important advance for the research group, led by Dr Sab Ventura from the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, who have previously shown that male infertility could be genetically achieved by simultaneously deleting two proteins that trigger the transport of sperm – α1Aadrenoceptor and P2X1-purinoceptor – but without a ecting the long-term viability of sperm or sexual and general health.
Boost Sperm CENTRE FOR MALE HEALTH AND WELLBEING
e study, published in PLOS ONE, identi ed that stinging nettle leaf extract contains a component that could orally inhibit one of the two proteins, P2X1purinoceptor. Dr Ventura said that this is an exciting step forward to show that the teams’ biological mechanism for male contraception is orally viable.
Adelaide researchers are hoping to discover if obese men who want to become fathers can improve the quality of their sperm by changing their diet rather than just losing weight. e answer could come from a 12-week Diet for Dads Sperm Study, which seeks men willing to try a “nutrient dense” diet and have their sperm checked. Participants in the study are o ered incentives, including Coles-Myer gi cards worth $150.
e study led by Dr Nicole McPherson and researchers from the Freemasons Centre for Male Health and Wellbeing at the University of Adelaide, the Robinson Research Institute, CSIRO and SAHMRI aims to test whether current clinical advice to lose weight should be modi ed to highlight the importance of good nutrition rather than just weight loss.
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“People expect it is a case of just lose weight and it will x the problem but it is about understanding the best way to lose weight,” she said. “We don’t think you even necessarily have to lose weight to increase the health of sperm, it may be done just through diet modi cation.”
“In this study we were able to conclude that stinging nettle leaf extract reduces contractility of urinary and genital smooth muscle by acting as a P2X1-purinoceptor antagonist, and that blocking sperm transport through pharmacological blockade of P2X1-purinoceptors via oral administration is an e convenient biological strategy for male contraception.”enextstep for this research is to isolate the bioactive component of this extract or identify a similar compound suitable for chemical optimization to use as a male contraceptive.Atthemoment the options for male contraception include only condoms and vasectomy, with the burden of preventing pregnancy largely and unevenly falling on women or people with a saidaproblemcontrolperceptionathere“Unfortunatelyuterus.hasbeenwidespreadthatbirthisawomen’sratherthanmen’sproblem,”DrVentura.
Dr McPherson said there is ample evidence that obesity is linked to poorer quality sperm, lower sperm counts and increased DNA damage — and when a pregnancy occurs the poor sperm can a ect the health of the baby.
e study may show that obese men do not actually have to lose weight to improve their sperm — just get on a healthier diet.
“ e primary aim of this research was to investigate the activity of a commercially available stinging nettle extract as an inhibitor of the P2X1-purinoceptor target, and to determine its pharmacological e ect,” said Dr Ventura.
Dr McPherson noted crash diets or poorly supervised weight loss could make the situation worse, resulting in unhealthy sperm and genetic risks to children. “ e evidence suggests it is how you go about losing the weight, not just going on a crash diet or quickly trying to lose weight,” she said. e study will use a CSIRO-based diet similar to a Mediterranean style diet — plenty of fruit, vegetables, sh, nuts and legumes, less meat and cutting back on alcohol. e project aims to recruit 50 men aged 20 to 45, who are non-smokers, and have a body mass index of greater than 30. Men do not need to be actively trying to conceive a child in order to participate. ey will attend a baseline appointment where they will have height, weight and blood pressure measurements taken, give a blood sample, and also produce a semen sample for analysis either at the University of Adelaide clinic or “in the comfort of their own home”. ey will be randomly allocated into either a control or an intervention group and wear a smart watch for one week to monitor their movement and sleeping patterns. Both groups will submit a fortnightly food diary and weekly self-weigh in, however the intervention group will have guidance from the study dietitian on food intake. Measurements will be repeated at 12 weeks, and all participants will be given a $75 gi card at baseline and another $75 gi card at their post-intervention semen analysis in compensation for participating. Men aged between 18 and 45 with a BMI of 30 or above and a waist circumference greater than 102cm are being sought for the study. Men do not need to be actively trying to conceive a child in order to participate. For more information email: nicola.mathews@adelaide.edu.au Well To
A new study led by a team of Monash researchers working to develop a male contraceptive pill has identi ed that stinging nettle leaf extract has the potential to block a protein that controls the movement of sperm.
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You are easily distracted which is partly due to the provocative conduct of your colleagues but also due to your irritability. Uncontrolled outbursts of temper are clearly unwarranted and likely to lead to further obstacles being placed in your way. If you’re interested in your career you should look out for possible conficts and make sure you avoid them if you can. Don’t take your irritability out on your lover! Ill-considered outbursts will not help rid you of your frustration, but instead hurt the people who care about you most. Far better you talk openly with your partner or close friend and try to fnd the reason for your inner turmoil. Caution for singles; don’t firt at the moment – you couldn’t bear to be rejected by anyone!
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If there are problems with your love life and that’s very possible, then it’s probably due to your selfsh conduct. You’re stubborn, unbending and extremely irritable; the smallest things can set you off. No wonder your lover gets extremely annoyed and wants to even the score. If you don’t place a lot of value on living alone, you should strive to fnd long lasting compromises. You need to exercise self-control; you’re unduly aggravated by the slightest disagreement with your colleagues. Your lack of self-control may easily become groundless indignation which does not help. The opposite is true in the eyes of your associates; you’ll lose quite a bit of respect. Be careful what you say, refrain from giving hasty responses, you may do irreparable damage!
CANCER JUN 21 - JULY 22 SCORPIO OCT 23 - NOV 21 PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20 You’re perfectly equipped for your current relationship or if single a potential new romance. You’re confdent and full of energy and able to cope with almost any situation concerning your love life. Your partner sees you’re lots of fun. Remain true to yourself and don’t be arrogant! As easy as it’s for you to impress someone, they can just as easily become tired of you! Because you’re content with your current achievements, right now is a great time to show what else you’re capable of. Make use of your confdence and demand more responsibilities! If you receive the extra tasks you ask for, don’t forget; at some point circumstances can alter and be modifed. Be sure to approach your new found tasks with precision and not in haste. You feel as if you could move mountains. Get ready to use this new found power within your work situation! Show others what you’re capable of; who knows, maybe a promotion is waiting for you. But be careful! Try not to overwhelm colleagues with your persistent approach and optimism. Especially in competitive situations - you should not assert yourself too much. You can be sure that your partner won’t mind if you go overboard and act frivolously now and again. Such passionate and exciting activity is exhilarating for a relationship. However, you shouldn’t overdo it! If every now and then you shift down a gear and respect the needs of your lover, you won’t have any problems, either in bed or your daily interaction with each other.
You competently master your responsibilities and bring rationality as well as creativity to the table. This obviously noticed by your colleagues and makes you a well-liked team member. You should utilize this momentum to move projects forward that are important to you. It’s easy to elicit enthusiasm for your ideas from your colleagues and superiors, so go for it! Your sensitivity and richness of ideas make you great company, easy to have fun with. The time seems right to show more confdence in your personal abilities. It will pay off, particularly as you’re manner is sincere; whether recounting amusing stories, impressing a new date, a spontaneous trip or a romantic evening with your lover – your creative fair is unlimited!
Currently you’re tipped for professional success. You provide excellent results and receive words of praise from your superiors or those you wish to impress most. Also you’re working well with your colleagues, which in turn will facilitate team effort and better outcomes. You should always offer your help without being asked, others will then do the same for you. At the moment you’re everybody’s darling. It’s easy for you to strike up conversations with other people – especially with those you fnd attractive or that you particularly like. Make good use of your popularity! Also your family relationships; those you love most are really important to you and soon you’ll get the opportunity to fnally resolve a long-standing disagreement.
Investigate how you could advance your career. It’s time to show your superiors what you’re capable of. Don’t underestimate yourself; take on new tasks that show how competent you are. You can have belief and totally trust your intuition in this regard. If your inner voice says “yes”, you shouldn’t hesitate any longer; launch yourself wholeheartedly into your project! The Gods of love and romance seem to be sitting on your shoulder this week and Cupid is ready to literally shoot off a zillion arrows. If you’re single you can rejoice over any new found romance. If you’re in a relationship, you shouldn’t give in to such temptations. Why not play a little game with your lover by firting with strangers; this is bound to spice up your love life.
It’s diffcult for you to control your irritability with your partner it seems you’re ready to take every opportunity to argue with them. For the person that loves you, your conduct is a real turn off. You should try, by any conceivable means, to control your anger and be more open to a possible compromise. Otherwise it’s likely that your relationship could be seriously at risk. Instead of only getting results born out of impatience and moodiness, you should try to make the most of the positive aspects of your workload and encourage your colleagues. If you feel that you’re not able to achieve this type of approach at all, it might be wise to completely withdraw and to relax; even if it’s only for a day – after that, things will be noticeably easier.
If you’re encountering problems in your relationship, you’re probably the one to blame. As long as you keep trying your partner’s patience, you won’t get the peace and harmony you so want. Convince them with a compelling argument, rather than using the brute-force. If you take the middle way of compromise, much of the problem will dissolve into the ether and be forgotten. You feel more agitated than usual, at work this could obviously be more than just a hindrance. Therefore, stay away from any task that could bring about unnecessary clashes. But if you have reached your limit with routine tasks already, you should take personal time out. This is certainly a much better approach than upsetting everybody in the offce with displays of anger.
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A very productive week, you’re advancing towards your goals, but not at the expense of others. Your ideas and concepts are greatly appreciated by your colleagues and superiors. Don’t be shy about your achievements, put yourself out there and you’ll be able to make some important headway that develops your career – look out for any opportunity that might arise! This could be a great week for your love life. Whether you’re bringing new thinking into an existing relationship or if you’re single you begin a new relationship – the driving force for this positive change is you! But you need to have a healthy sense of reality. Don’t expect to have unrealistic encounters, or your lover to make an extra special effort, just for your sake alone!
You encounter diffculties due to your lack of consideration. You feel rather passionate; a quickie is certainly exciting, but not recommended all the time. If you’re able to slightly curb your enthusiasm, the thrill of anticipation makes it worthwhile; give your partner pleasure from sustained love making as well. If single, you need to relax; control your lust and passion. You’re driven by your ambition and unfortunately this can make you oblivious to how your colleagues might feel. Take a long hard look at the way you conduct yourself. You better come off your high horse before you fnd yourself being pushed off by others. You should meet looks of incredulity from others with a sincere demand for feedback, not with self-assured arrogance.
Your ambition cannot be overlooked, especially not in regard to your love life. You’re selfess and attentive; you’re able to discern any sign of desire in your lover. But be careful you don’t become too demanding! This could easily back-fre. You’re confdent and charming; pamper your lover, they are then much more likely to respond well to your own desires and needs. Your agreeable attitude towards work and others succeeds. With friendliness and thoroughness you’re able to create a no-nonsense working environment. It’s important that your colleagues appreciate the way you’re involved with them and are attentive to what you have to say. You’ll be pleased about the trust received from colleagues. It’s time to take on more responsibilities.
A farewell for Bruce is to be held on Thursday 8th September 2022, 11am Mullumbimby Cemetery KEYS, Leslie Arthur “Les” Passed away 1st September 2022 aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Beverley. Adored father of Cheryl, Anthony (dec), and Eloise. Treasured Pappy of Mikayla and Ryan. Loving brother and brother-in-law of Len (dec) & Betty, Heather & Gordon Ware, Margaret (dec), Raymond (dec) & Ruth McKee and their families. Friend of many. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Les‘ funeral to be held ursday 8th September 2022 at the Parkview Funeral Home, 43 Holland Street Goonellabah, with the service commencing at 11.30 am followed by burial at Lismore Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Skyline Road Goonellabah.
A year has passed since you left us so suddenly and unexpectedly. The hurt we feel is still there, just as it was when we were informed of your passing. Sad but wonderful loving memories. Adored only Son of Nancy & Grant. Much loved Big Brother to Leisa & Kylie, and their partners Chris & Robbie. Affectionately remembered by his many friends and RAAF mates, world-wide. May the beer be cold, the fish biting and the 4-wheel driving just as exciting. R I P Rodney Adrian LITZOW
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, 4th of September 2022, Aged 75 years. Late of the Gold Coast, formally of Lismore.
Family and friends are warmly invited to attend John’s Funeral Service to be held at St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Leycester St. Lismore, on Monday 12th September 2022, commencing at 11.30 am.
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Dearly loved husband of Mary. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michelle & Garry, Jason & Rebecca, Katrina & Wayne, and Gavin (dec.).
Passed away at the Tenter eld Hospital on Monday 22nd August 2022 Aged 82 years Adored Husband of Rose Much loved Stepfather of Gabrielle, Rachel, Rebecca and their families Beloved Brother of Maureen Treasured Uncle of Gloria, Leisa and Patricia A PRIVATE SERVICE to celebrate Rodney’s life was held at Tenter eld Family Funerals’ Chapel followed by a private cremation
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those that have passed In Loving Memory
Loving grandfather of Melina, Bethany, Jack, Oliver, Ebony, and Scarlett. Beloved son of Joseph & Francis Browning (both dec.)
Loved brother of Margaret, Rex, Joan, Helen (dec.) Nerida, and Peter.
Left peacefully after a long battle. Loved son of Allan and Bonnie Pepper Cherised brother of Lyn and John Life long member of Mullumbimby Community Pep will be missed greatly by his family and many friends
A er the service, the cortege will leave for Lismore Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Skyline Rd, Goonellabah.
Robert - 07/09/2021
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BALLINA EVENING VIEW CLUB Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Ballina RSL Club at 6.30 for dinner at 7pm - Guests are always welcome. Our members support the education of disadvantaged children in Australia by fundraising activities and social events in our local community for The Smith Family - by sponsoring 5 Learning for Life students. Contact President Julie Stephan 0434988770.
ROTARY CLUB Interested in contributing to community? Local and international? The Rotary Club of Summerland Sunrise meets every Friday at 7.05am for Breakfast at Options Cafe, Main St. Alstonville until further notice. Join us at Options please. Phone 0435 990 919 for more details.
BALLINA SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB Has activities every day for Senior Citizens. Monday – Line Dancing 9:30am, Art 1 pm. Tuesday - Line Dancing 9:30am. Wednesday - Tai Chi 8:30am, Bridge 1pm, Ballroom Dancing 6:45pm. Thursday - Yoga 7:30am 4. Line Dancing 9:30am, Indoor Bowls 1pm. Friday – Nothing as yet. Saturday - Bridge 1pm. AGM for Ballina senior Citizens to Friday April 22nd 1:30pm. Contact Bonnie FREE0414927361COMMUNITY
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TheBRANCHnextmeeting will be held at Ballina RSL Club on Friday the 2nd of September 2022 at 9.30 am for a 10.00 am start, this meeting will be followed by our AGM. Morning tea will be available at this meeting. Guest Speaker: Ivor Thompson from True
CRAWFORD HOUSE MUSEUM The Alstonville Soccer Club and the Alstonville Plateau Historical Society have combined to present the 50-year history of soccer in Alstonville. You will see photographs of the club’s many teams, the changing uniforms of the club and the multiple trophies that its teams have won. The exhibition is not just about boys and men’s soccer but also about the successful girls’ and women’s teams, and it refects the growth of the area from the 1970s. It runs until Friday 30th September. The museum is at 10 Wardell Road Alstonville and is open Fridays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm or at other times by appointment for groups. Enquiries (02) 6628 1829, aphs2477@yahoo.com.au or MCLEANSwww.aphsmuseum.org.au.RIDGESCRAFT GROUP meet at the McLeans Ridges Hall, Cowlong Road, McLeans Ridges on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Scrapbooking, card making, paper craft, knitting whatever takes your fancy. Come along for an enjoyable day. Bring your own morning tea and lunch. Coffee, tea, milk provided. A small fee to cover hall hire. Ph 0401 047 SummerlandSQUARE513.DANCINGLarrikins
MUSIC CLUB’s “LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC DAYS” are scheduled for the frst Sunday of the Month. Our next “LIVE MUSIC DAY” is SUNDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2022 at THE BALLINA RSL CLUB, Grant Street BALLINA. The music gets underway at 10.45am and those “WALK UP-ARTISTS” will be there, yes, the artists who have entertained in the past and really get the “DANCING” going, so it’s gonna be Country Music. The ever popular “Members Showcase” and this month we welcome “John (Jeb) Bennett” Backing band for the day will be the ever popular “ANN, BILL & the 2J’s” so its jeans time, rustic shirts and boots and let’s start “Country Mucican” ‘Our Club’ would appreciate it if you could include details of our day in your “public announcements and/or GIG Guides”.
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The members of the sub branch are holding a meet and greet on Thursday the 8th of September 2022 from 0930 hours till 1530 hours at the Alstonville plaza meet members and discuss the role of the RSL and the roll of the advocacy service to veterans. We will be asking. R U O K ? For more Info ALSTONVILLE0412627180
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We(BACCI)areadiverse group of Artists and Crafters that participate in wonderful group exhibitions. Meetings are usually on the 1st Monday of every month at the Cherry Street Sports Club. Social gathering at 5, for a 5.30 start. New members are always welcome. For more information - info@bacci.com.au or phone Deb on 0432105540 BALLINA BRIDGE CLUB “Social play every Monday 9-11.30am”. Sessions for all levels of players on Mon, Wed, Sat from 1pm to about 5pm. Be seated at 12:45. Restricted session (under 300 Masterpoints) Thu 1pm – about 5pm. Friday mornings – Help with Play – open to anyone who would like some help with their game from teachers on duty. 9am to about 11:15pm. Sessions are $5 for members and $7 for visitors. Everyone entering the club must be fully vaccinated. 13 North Ck Rd, Ballina Please call Judy Forsyth (president) on 0407664337. www.ballinabridge.org.au BALLINA CWA Ballina CWA Handicraft and Friendship mornings have recommenced Wednesdays from 9am in our rooms on River Street, wearing a face mask is mandatory. Please ring our Handicraft offcer Barb 0428116668 for more information. Mah-jong is continuing to be played from 12.15pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, for more information please ring David 0435323079. This year CWA of NSW is 100 years old. This tea towel, being held by Ballina member Robyn Stewart, historically depicts branches in our Far North Coast area since 1922 and is being sold as a fund raiser for our Branches and Group. They are $15 each and can be purchased in our CWA rooms on a Wednesday morning or by ringing Barb.
We are now pleased that our hot brunch centre can be held twice a month, the 1st and third EveryoneSaturday.iswelcome, so come and enjoy a free sausage sizzle, hot dogs, tea, coffee or juice or just come for a chat. This is held at the Ballina Presbyterian Church Hall, on the corner of Cherry and Crane St 10am to 12pm for more information call Chris on BALLINA0411510430TOY
PROBUS CLUB meets on the last Thursday of each month at the Alstonville Plateau Bowls and Sports Club. We have a guest speaker each month, and an outing during the month as well. New members are ALSTONVILLEwelcome.QUOTA
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The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Fellowship of First Fleeters will be held on Sunday 25th September 2022 at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina at 11.00 am. All visitors are very welcome. If you wish to attend please contact Roddy Jordan on 66875339 or via email hollysbuddy1@ BALLINAbigpond.comARTS & CRAFTS CENTRE INC.
LIBRARY Welcomes families from Ballina Shire. 9 Regatta Avenue, Ballina. Open Saturdays 10am – 1pm. Ph. 0411 719 074 for enquiries
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TheCROSSAlstonville Red Cross branch meets on a monthly basis in Alstonville. As meeting dates sometimes vary, please call Carol on 0424 742 774 for details of our next meeting.
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9th October. We would love you to be a part of our celebrations. On Saturday 8th October a luncheon will be held at the Alstonville Sports Club at 11.30 am for 12.00 lunch. The cost is $45 which includes a Mixed Entrée and Main Course – a choice of Roast Beef or Chicken. Birthday Cake will be the dessert. Two new books will be available at the lunch including Happy 21st Birthday Alstonville Plateau Historical Society written by Ian Kirkland. Commemorative wineglasses will also be on Onsale.Sunday 9th October at the Museum will be a launch of a Virtual Tour of the Museum. We are almost certain the Minister for the Arts will be in attendance. The Museum will be open for viewing of our special display of the Society’s 21 years. To help with organisation, please let us know which day/ days you intend attending and let us know by 31st August by phone or email so that we can send you more detailed information. Payment for lunch will need to be received by 30 September with your choice of menu and any special dietary requirements. The Club will not issue any refunds after that date. We suggest early booking as numbers may need to be restricted. If you are travelling and will need accommodation, please note that at the moment, mainly due to the recent foods, the district is experiencing a severe shortage of accommodation. Please make sure you have accommodation before you arrive.
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VALLEY VIEW CLUB VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women. Interested ladies are welcome to attend as a guest. For information call president Margaret Alderton on 0429 966 894 or visit view.org.au, call 1800 805 366 or email HansBRUNSWICKview@thesmithfamily.com.au.VALLEYVIEWCLUBLovejoyistheguestspeakeratthe
ROWING CLUB: UPCOMING REGATTAS 2022 After a rather lengthy hiatus brought on by Covid 19, foods and, for Grafton, development of the Waterfront Precinct Project, the Grafton Rowing Club is back in the business of hosting regattas. However, there are some alterations in place. Upcoming regattas for the rest of this year will be held from Corcoran Park located at the end of Kirchner Street, Grafton. They are: 11 September 2022. The Murwillumbah Rowing Club Regatta, Corcoran Park. This change in venue has been necessitated by damage done to the bank of the Tweed River at Murwillumbah during the foods. 13 November 2022. Grafton High School & South Grafton High School Regatta, Corcoran 10Park.December 2022. Head of the Clarence River, Corcoran Park. 11 December 2022. Grafton Rowing Club Regatta, Corcoran Park. Historically, it is 140 years since the frst Grafton Rowing Regatta was held on 10Saturday,December 1882. Following the easing of Covid 19 restrictions in the latter part of 2021, the Grafton Rowing Club held its annual Rowing Regatta on 5 December 2021, the frst such regatta since the advent of Covid. This regatta was well attended with clubs from the Northern Rivers and one from Sydney, all contestants happy to be back on the water again. But such euphoria was to be short lived with the onset of torrential rain and foods. All together the boats had to be lifted from the club shed to the park above three times as food waters engulfed the shed. By this time, early April 2022, the riverfront area had to be vacated as the whole area was turned over to the company developing the Grafton Waterfront Precinct Project. Discussions with the Project Manager, Mr Justin Newton, were very fruitful and the Club are very appreciative that it has been able to access the rowing shed throughout the development. A refurbished Rowing Club shed is in the pipeline and is not expected to be started until the Precinct Project is completed. Thankfully, the early morning rowers are still able to follow their dreams.
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THE PLATYPUS RSL DAY CLUB operates every Tuesday at the Community Centre from 10am to 2pm. The day consists of gentle exercises, mental stimulation, games and entertainment. Members are asked to pay $7 for their morning tea and lunch. Transport can be provided within the town limits. If you are feeling socially isolated or just need a day out, please contact Robyn on 66623871. New members are welcome.
GRAFTON AND DISTRICT GARDEN Well,CLUBwe were very lucky with the weather last Thursday, 18 of us set off with Action Coaches for the North Coast Regional Botanic Gardens in Coffs Harbour. After morning tea on arrival, the Friends of the Botanic Gardens helped us out with some information and Helen arrived with their little People Mover. It came in handy to transport some of us from one end of the gardens to the other. The Tree Waratah is fowering and there are quite a few orchids as well. It was a relaxing way to spend a few hours. The new Glasshouse is worth a visit also. After lunch we dropped into Coffs Garden World, on the western side of the motorway at Sapphire. They had such a huge stock of beautiful fowering plants and of course much, much more. Some great pots and gift ware and a coffee shop that should be open by the end of the month. That is probably our last bus trip for the year, thanks to all who have hopped on board and helped us make the trips a success.
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LINE DANCING CLASSES Beginners are welcome – Casino, every week Weds 5pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418264489.
The Casino CWA would like to invite everyone to our monthly meeting held the 3rd Thursday of the month. Next meeting is at the Casino Community Centre 9.00am Thursday 15th September. There will be a “How to make a Fascinator” demonstration. September’s Land Cookery Bake is a chocolate Cake (recipe of your choice). Anyone can entry. Father’s Day raffe tickets selling this month. Everyone is welcome. Enquires Jan Corocher 66626424, Margert Good CORAKICORAKI66621746ARTPRIZE
GOONELLABAH Tuesday and Thursday mornings social playing: 9am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing: 7-9pm; Training Monday mornings: 9am-12noon; Junior coaching after school Wednesday 3.30pm-4.45pm, $6 a session. Everybody is welcome – all levels. Phone centre on 66251602. Mon-Thurs 9.00am-1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis.com.au THE PROBUS CLUB of Goonellabah meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Workers Sports Club in Oliver Ave. All welcome. Goonellabah Probus is solely a social club. We have a guest speaker each month and go for outings throughout the year. Meetings on Thursday commence at 10am and fnish at midday. For further information, please contact Gloria Francis on 02 6629 GRAFTONGRAFTON1442.
New members are very welcome. Free transport is available. Phone Denise on: 0448 014 682 Email: AllCASINOdeniseg.vip@outlook.comSENIORCITIZENSwelcome,ouractivitiescurrently held at Casino RSM, Wednesday Hoy at 1pm. Contact Jan 0414625680
CASINO HOSPITAL AUXILIARY needs volunteers to work in the hospital kiosk. Roster days are negotiable and can be discussed with the Kiosk Supervisor by contacting Barbara on 0439607788 or phoning the hospital kiosk during the day on CASINO66600539.LADIES AND FRIEND CRAFT MeetsGROUP1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. Bring your own morning tea. Names to be in by lunch time Monday. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424.
CASINO CHARITY CASH BINGO We welcome newcomers and supporters –come along and join our fun evening. We are upstairs at the Casino RSM Club each Thursday with ‘eyes down ‘at 7pm. We now have ‘Play-Mates’ (electronic tablets) and if you play a Play-Mate during July we are giving you one free book. BUT if you prefer to play books, we still sell paper games. Looking forward to seeing new people!! Any questions don’t hesitate to call Jan on CASINO0414625680.COMMUNITY
HIGH SCHOOL class of 1967 to 1972 is holding a 50 Year reunion on 15 October 2022 at 6pm at the Casino RSM Club. If you started in 1967 or joined us anytime in between, come and join us. It will be a 2-course meal, plus tea or coffee for approximately $32. We are arranging a ticketing system for you to pay in advance. Further details will be provided as soon as we settle things with the Club. If you would like to receive further information or attend, please email Cherryl Mison (nee Macqueen) at m.c.mison@bigpond.com or call Cherryl on 0490 149 905 or Jann Rowe on 0429 235 866.
New players (male or female) are welcome to come for a trial. Coaching and mallets are available. Playing times are June, July and August - arrive 12md to commence play at 12.30pm. Remainder of the year - arrive 8am to commence play 8.30am to 9am.
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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.
next luncheon of Brunswick Valley VIEW Club on September 8. He is the editor of the Byron Shire Echo. The venue is Ocean Shores Country Club. Please advise Wenda on 0449 563 580 or email wjhunt@yahoo.com if you are attending, for catering purposes. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of women and the club supports seven Learning for Life students in The Smith Family’s program. For more information on VIEW clubs, visit view.org.au or call 1800 805 366.
LISMORE CASINO NAVAL MeetsASSOCIATIONbi-monthly at Casino RSM, new members welcome. For more information phone Chris 66293269 or Jim 0427400625.
THE CASINO & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 2pm. Email casinohistorymuseum@outlook.com for further information. Check us out on THEFacebook.CASINO
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The Evans River RSL Day Club meets each Monday in the Remembrance Room at Club Evans RSL Evans Head from 10am until 2pm Cost $10 includes Morning Tea and Lunch. We have several vacancies for volunteers and members, anyone who is feeling in need of some company are welcome to attend. Come along and join in the fun. Contact Merilyn on 0401493316 for more details.
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MEN’S SHED Mon, Tues, Wed, attendance limited to 50 members, 8am-1.30pm. Contact 66626423 DH or CasinoCASINOcasmenshed@live.com.auCROQUETCLUBCroquetClubisbackplaying.
A FUN AFTERNOON ‘EXIT LAUGHING ‘a comedy play by Village Hall Sunday 18TH September / Ettrick Hall 2 Weo’clockhave organised a bus so you can attend Play is FREE Bus is only $5 For further information call Jan 0414625680 ART at the CASSINO GALLERY. The Casino Art Group meets here every Saturday 10am - 3pm. The Gallery is also open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Interested in promoting YOUR medium? Come to the gallery for information.
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GOING AHEAD We are excited to announce that the Coraki Art Prize will be going ahead for 2022 hosted by Club Evans RSL, Evans Head (due to food damage in Coraki this year) Saturday 5th Nov 10am until 8pm and Sunday 6th 10am until 3pm. Our Gala night and prize presentations on Saturday 5th of November with live music, nibbles, and bar service available. There are many people who are excited that the prize will be going ahead after having to cancel for the past 2 years due to COVID restrictions and the foods that have devastated Coraki and surrounds we aim to bring people and community together with joy through the arts. The members of our committee are working hard to make the Coraki Art Prize a successful celebration in 2022, whilst gaining wider recognition for our wonderful local and regional artists and bringing our communities back together. So, get creating or pull out a piece you have created in the last 2 years and enter it! If you have any queries as an artist, sponsor or would like to help with The Coraki Art Prize we could really use your help this year, please check out our website: www. corakiartprize.wordpress.com or contact Tania at goodevansartstuido@outlook.com or drop into Good Evans Art Studio – Oak Street Evans EVANSEVANSHead.HEADHEAD
CWA BRANCH meets every third Tuesday for lunch at noon. New members welcome. More info Roz EVANS0427825560RIVER
Concert St Marks Singers will present HAPPY DAYS ‘Lets Sing! Saturday 24th September At St Marks Hall Barker st Casino Feast of songs old & new Afternoon tea of home-made biscuits Lucky doors prise & raffes 1.30 pm admission $8 All welcome
CASINO VIEW CLUB Monthly luncheon meeting at Casino RSM Club at 11am, second Thurs of every month. Contact Jan on 0418 715 374. Casino Richmond River Country Music Club will be holding their next social at the Casino RSM Club on Sunday the 18th September, 10.00AM Freestart. entry All welcome More Info contact Carole 0438641500
TAI CHI FOR HEALTH TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS and FALLS ComePREVENTIONandlearn the gentle art of Tai Chi through an easy-to-follow step by step process taught by an accredited and registered Tai Chi Instructor. If you would like to improve your balance, fexibility and muscle strength then come and join me each Thursday morning from 9:00am – 10:00am for a six-week Start:course.15 September 2022 Time: 9:00am – 10:00am Venue: North Lakes Community Hall, 1 Mulloway Place, Ballina Cost: $10.00 per class. Everyone is welcome. If you need more information, contact Sandra IN0437224809FOCUSTOASTMASTERS
CLUB How about trying something different? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills or simply make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the In Focus Toastmasters Club. We meet the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina. For more, contact our President via email at: president-3209990@ toastmastersclubs.org or our PR offcer at: veteransThisMARINERSNORTHERNvppr-3209990@toastmastersclubs.orgRIVERSNAVAL&ASSOCIATIONassociationwasformedtoattractforcompanionship,wellbeing and to supply advocacy to veterans. We hold an informal gathering every Friday, 2.30pm at Ballina Angling Club (families are welcome). Contact Allan Watt for more information on 0402 749 582 or email jakknco@bigpond. BRUNSWICKBRUNSWICKnet.au
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COMMUNITY NOTICES Blue Driving School. Information for senior Thankdrivers.you. Enquiries to 0437 509 618
LISMORE EMBROIDERERS GROUP Embroiderers Group. Meetings are 9.30am2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 2nd Saturday of each month, at Crawford House, 10 Wardell Road, Alstonville. This is our new venue where we welcome embroiderers of all ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our Facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers’ Guild NSW’, or simply turn up.
The branch runs raffes, a gift shop, fashion parades, jumble sales and luncheons. People with cars are very important to the running of these operations to transport material to the various venues. The branch meetings are held monthly, and the cost of membership is only $5 per year. There are some procedures that have to processed, such as police checks. Full vaccination is required for those volunteers who are working in the hospital. So, the public in the Kingscliff area and surrounds are invited to talk to our volunteers about our UHA branch of The Tweed Hospital. For more information contact John on 0421 085
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BASE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY Lismore Base Hospital Auxiliary Shop is BACK in the newly renovated Foyer of the Hospital. We will be opening every Thursday to start with increasing days each month. Anyone wishing to join our Auxiliary please contact the Secretary Rhonda on 0427251600. We meet at the Goonellabah Workers Sports Club at 2pm on the second Thursday of each month. We welcome new Members.
Most of those junior players involved in in the formation of the Royal Colts CC will be in attendance at the weekend celebrations. Graeme Payne, now a well renowned Grafton artist and former Royal Colts, will register at the Crown Hotel at 11.30 am for the Welcome Lunch on Saturday 8th October followed by a visit to Ellem Oval Pavilion and barefoot bowls at Grafton Services Club in the afternoon. The dinner for Saturday night will be held at the same venue starting at 6.30 pm. The plan for Sunday 9th October is to open with a breakfast at Vines, 9 holes of golf at Grafton Golf Club and a farewell lunch. Interested past players, guests and cricket supporters are asked to contact Garry Ensbey (ph. 0403 033 227 or email gmensbey @ hotmail.com) of their intention to attend any of these activities, especially the dinner, by no later than 1st September 2022.
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CWA Handy Craft Mornings on Mondays 9.30am12noon in the community centre at Lennox CallHead.Jan on 66816150.
“STILL” WANT “YOU’’ in 2022. Our Branch Meetings are held on the frst Thursday of each month at 9:30am for a 10am start. We want “YOU” to join us for the chance to be involved with an amazing group of friendly, fun, interesting women of all ages. You will make new friends and be involved with wonderful opportunities to contribute to worthwhile Community causes assisting Women and Children. PLEASE THINK ABOUT it and come along as a ‘GUEST’ to see what you think. You will experience for yourself the difference being a CWA Member will bring to yourself and your life. For MORE INFORMATION contact our President ALIISON KELLY on 0428 216 079. WE ALSO RUN A WEEKLY CRAFT MEETING each Friday at 41B WHYRALLAH ROAD East Lismore (just down from Wotherspoons) from 10am. This provides a great opportunity for you to learn new and wonderful Craft, and once again meet a group of new friends. Tea & Coffee are available for a very small donation. We always have nifty Craft projects underway and love helping anyone new to Craft learn, whilst creating beautiful items in great company. For MORE INFORMATION call HELEN DARGIN on 0438 828 619. WE SO MUCH LOOK FORWARD to welcoming CWAyou.
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RICHMOND RIVER BEEF PRODUCER’S MeetASSOCIATIONonthe2nd Wednesday of every month at Kyogle Showgrounds in the luncheon room at 7pm. For more details Phone Jan on LENNOXLENNOX0427293455.HEADHEAD
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GRAFTON’S MIGHTY CLARENCE TOASTMASTERS CLUB Perhaps it’s time to fnd out what it’s all about! If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills. Make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the Mighty Clarence Toastmasters Club. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Joan Muir Community Centre: 194 Turf Street, Grafton. For more information please contact: Vice President on email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail.com or Facebook thatsomeyourinrememberChocolatierawaitedThethreatspopulation,thetofromTheregulartoSpringGRAFTONgraftontoastmasterspage:https://www.facebook.com/U.3.A.JABBERFESThassprungandwearelookingforwardnextMonday12thSeptemberforournowmonthlyJabberfest.morningsessionwillbeapresentationLindaWrightwhowillbringusupdatewiththeKoalaWorkingGroupandstateoftheClarenceValley’sKoalawheretoseethemandwhattheyfacefromdaytoday.secondsessionwillfeaturethelongtalkfromDEANAGIC,thefromYamba,whoyoumightwasscheduledtotalktousearliertheyear.Youareadvisedtosharpenuptastebudsinanticipationofsamplingofthedeliciousproductsofhisexpertisewearepromisedwillbeavailable.
PROBUS CLUB OF LENNOX HEAD Meets 9.30 for 10 at Club Lennox, 10 Stewart Street, on the frst Thursday of each month. Visitors are welcome, also retired or 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.
The Probus Club of Hastings Point Tweed Coast meets at 10am on 3rd Tuesday each month, in the residents’ lounge at Hastings Point Tricare. Retirees and seniors are welcome to join this happy social group. Phone the Probus president 0409872773 for additional HOSPITALKINGSCLIFFinformation.AUXILIARY
The Tweed Hospital, it recognises that the new hospital will be located south of Tweed Heads and residents in those areas may be interested in volunteer work when the new hospital opens. The branch welcomes the opportunity to talk to those who are retired, unemployed or simply looking for a chance to give back to one of our most critical services – our Therehospital.is a range of jobs that can be performed.
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LISMORE DAY BRANCH CAKES, SCONES, JAM & GOODIES for sale at the CWA Lismore Day Branch fundraiser at BUNNINGS LISMORE on WEDNESDAY SEPT. 1st from 3PM until sold out! EAST LISMORE BOWLING CLUB Community Bingo Tuesday night 7.30pm start. 20 games of bingo + progressive jackpot Neilson Street East Lismore. Everyone LISMOREWelcome
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LENNOX HEAD EVENING VIEW CLUB Meets on the second Tuesday of each month upstairs at the Lennox Hotel at 6.30pm for dinner at 7pm. Guests are welcome. “VIEW members support the education of disadvantaged Australian children by raising much needed funds for The Smith Family. Through fundraising activities and social events in local communities, members raise money that goes directly to The Smith Family’s learning and mentoring programs for disadvantaged students.” Lennox Head Evening VIEW Club currently sponsors two Learning for Life students. Contact Sue Brennan LENNOX0409728814.HEADLIONS CLUB New members welcome to join our close-knit club where the emphasis is on community service in a fun environment. Meetings are on the frst and Third Wednesday of each month at Club Lennox starting at 6.30pm. Members do what they can, when they can to facilitate the needs of our club.
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LINE DANCING CLASSES Beginners are welcome – Kyogle every week Friday 5.30pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418 264 489. LION’S CLUB OF KYOGLE Meeting is held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month at the Kyogle Lion’s shed from 6.30–7pm For more information contact Neville Moon on 66322233.
LISMORE HOME GARDEN CLUB Lismore Home Garden Club Is holding the monthly meeting on Thursday 8th September @ 1pm Goonellabah Soccer Club Reserve Street. Special for September Is Orchid or Iris. Info contact Secretary Dawn Coles 0448294496. Email: dcoles39@outlook.com
VIEW CLUB Grafton VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, commencing at 10.30am. Please come along, enjoy yourself with a tasty meal, a motivated guest speaker & ultimately disadvantaged children will be helped. Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes no later than the Friday before the meeting. As well, a social outing is held each month. You are warmly invited to come along to the next meeting to have some fun & help disadvantaged children. See you there!
Business: Father’s Day competition, drawn Sept meeting. Barbecue: Due to races, date changed to Monday, 26 September, with morning tea, activities, lunch, $10. Bookings now open. Competition winners: S. Garwood; D. Bailey; J. Cavanagh; B. Smith; S. Gibson; M. Townsend. Next meeting: Tues, 13 Sept, 10.30am, Enquiries:Racecourse.Sandra, 6642 7720, mobile 0417 464 GRAFTON946
SUNDAY 11 September 8 AM to 2 PM, Williams Reserve Lennox MusicHead from 9am. Featuring: Dr. Baz & The Medicine Men CWALISMORELISMORE DAY BRANCH
Do you enjoy singing. Our repertoire covers a variety of music styles – both unison and part singing We would love you to join us. New members needed. You will be made most When:welcomeTuesday Evenings from 7 pm –8.30pm Where: Tricare Residential Village Community Room Tweed Coast Road, next to Shell Petrol Station. For more information, contact Jean Berry 0414 794 380
LISMORE CITY CONCERT BAND Rehearsals are held during school terms on Mondays, 6.15-7.45pm at Southern Cross University. If you can play a concert band instrument: brass, woodwind, or percussion, please come and join us! All ages welcome. We have some instruments available for loan. For more information, Tel: 0432 575 911/ visit: www.lismorecityconcertband.org.au, and our Facebook and Instagram pages.
COMMUNITY NOTICES 75 September 8, 2022 The Northern Rivers TimesLocally owned and independent Later in the month members have the opportunity to visit some local gardens. Happy Gardening, Jane GRAFTONRhodesSENIOR
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Recently successfully completed 8-day Queensland coach tour, with 35 passengers, in cool clear weather, after cancellations previous 2 years due to covid. Day 1, travelled to Glen Innes, Inverell, Warialda, overnight Moree. Day2, to Mungindi, St George, for lunch, tour of cotton farm & vineyard, with Devonshire afternoon tea, 2 nights accommodation” Day 3, to Cactus Garden, unique egg, miniature car display, river cruise at St George. Day 4, to Bollon, Cunnamulla Fella centre to tour museum, time tunnel, gallery, movie, lunch, then Wyandra & a night at Charleville. Day 5, visit Flying Doctor visitors centre, World War 2 secret base, school of distance education, historic Corones hotel for tour & lunch, at Charleville. Then Mitchell, & Roma, 2 nights. Day 6, to Surat Cobb & Co Changing Station, then Roma Big Rig tour, town tour, Big Rig evening show. Day 7, to Miles for tour of historical village, then Dalby & Toowoomba for fnal night. Day 8, to Warwick, Stanthorpe, Tenterfeld, Drake, Casino, & home. Sincere thanks for all for support & help, Coach Captain, Chris S for taking care of all. Next day trip, 14 Oct, to Byron Bay & solar train ride, to be fnalised at Sept Meeting. Bookings for barbecue, 26 Sept, being taken Day trip to Byron Bay, 14 October, including solar train ride, just on sale. Final bookings required by September meeting. Scams: Emails from Telstra requesting password & pin number are genuine, but only apply if paying accounts through Telstra App. Phone call from Do Not Call Register? then requesting bankcard expiry date is scam. Be Generalalert.
ON THE HILL St James Anglican Church Op Shop is an integral part of the shopping and social community in Kyogle. We have been proud to have been able to accommodate people with this special shop for our community. As our “Team” are becoming older and not as able to continue with the needs the Op Shop requires, we are asking for men and women who would like to volunteer and to join our “Team” at the Church Hall on Mondays and Tuesdays from approx. 8.30am to 1.30pm. Normally the clothes are brought up to the hall from the Op Shop to be sorted, washed, ironed, and prepared for sale, then taken back down to the shop. Our helpers, also care for the garden and outside upkeep of the Hall and Church grounds. We are a friendly group of people who also enjoy a lovely morning tea together and great fellowship, during our time at the hall. If you are interested in joining our “Team”, please contact Charlie Lehman –Phone 0429 321 395, Margaret Armstrong 66 321 021 or M. 0487 330 284. KYOGLE SUNSHINE CLUB Meets every Thursday at 9.30am. For more details contact 0499824274. KYOGLE TIDY TOWNS FARMERS HeldMARKETevery Saturday morning in Stratheden Street from 8am -12. Come along grab some local fruit & veggies, experience all Kyogle has to offer. New Stall Holders welcome. Enquiries Anne 66321 851
FormerREUNIONRoyal Colts cricketers and supporters will gather in Grafton for their 50th Year Reunion on 8/9 October weekend. In season 1972/73 these talented young teenagers from the four junior clubs in Grafton at the timeNorths, Souths, Easts and Westlawn initiated necessary change and opened a new pathway for junior cricketers to be able to enter 1st Grade. These 14,15 & 16 year-old players went about forming their own club, the Royal Colts so they could be given the opportunity to advance and develop their cricket skills at the highest level.
KYOGLE COUNTRY MUSIC Kyogle Country Music’s next day is on Sunday 11th September at 11am at KYOGLE BOWLING CLUB commencing with a short meeting and the music to follow. Lunch and drinks are available. All welcome. $2 Donation appreciated to go towards the cost of room hire.
LENNOX HEAD DAY VIEW CLUB The Lennox Head Day VIEW Club meets on the frst Monday of each month at the Lennox Head Community Centre with the meeting starting at 11am and includes an interesting speaker and concludes with a light lunch. An informal Coffee and Chat meeting is held on the third Monday of the month. The Club sponsors three students through The Smith Family Learning for Life scholarship program that provides educational items for disadvantaged Australian children. New members and guests are most warmly welcomed, and enquiries may be made to Enid 047187511 or Dawn 0466717435.
Lismore Men & Community Shed President: Don Abrahams 043 757 6837 Vice President: Bob Greig 040 486 0504 Email: –Openinglismoremcs.contact@gmail.comHours:Tuesday&Thursday9.00am3.00pm
VIEW CLUB Monthly meetings again, after months of lock down. It will start as usual 3rd Thursdays of each month at 11am. Contact Ruth Toyer on 0409844212 by Mondays, no later than 7pm. Numbers are required for catering purposes
POTTSVILLE LADIES LIFEBALL Every Thursday morning 9.30am to 11.30am. Pottsville Community Hall, $5 per session includes morning tea. No joining fees. For enquiries, please call Jan 0431909760.
We are a community based non-proft organisation. Everybody is welcome: men, women & people with a disability of all ages. We encourage social inclusion. Our aim is to promote the mental, physical & emotional well-being of people in our community. Shed Activities • Members work on their own •projects Mentoring is available • General woodworking • Welding & light engineering • Repair & restoration of items for the public • Constructing projects, of items for the public • Constructing projects for preschools, hospitals & other organisations • Assembling fatpacks • Minor maintenance work for the elderly & disabled • Working with the disabled • Talking with other members or simply having company Memberships: $40-year Attendance Fee: $3 tea/coffee Location: 15 Industry Drive East Lismore LISMORE ORCHID SOCIETY INC. Lismore Orchid Society now meets 3rd Wednesday each month, 2 - 4pm at Richmond Tweed Regional Library, 6 Centenary Drive Goonellabah, (corner of Oliver Av and Centenary “LISMOREDve).REGIONAL
TWIN TOWNS AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB meets every second Monday of the month except for December when its awards and party time. (This date may change). Remember October 1st meeting is our Garden and Flower Show at the Civic Centre in Tweed Heads. Meetings Venue: Tweed Heads Civic Centre Auditorium next to Library, Brett Street, Tweed Heads. • We offer Raffes, lucky door prize, presidents award, trading tables, cuttings table, Benching of plants and fowers and foral art. Begonia Society, Social Morning teas, bus trips and best of all friendship. Come along, bring a mug to share a coffee or tea with like minded gardeners. We also have a monthly Guest Speaker. Guest Speaker : September - Friends of Tweed Regional Botanic Gardens. Please note no Guest Speaker in October - no speaker because of the Garden & Flower Show to be held at the Civic Centre, Brett Street, Tweed Heads. See you there Gwen 0468 WOLLONGBAR872199
MAINLY MUSIC Fun, interactive, music sessions for young children [birth to school age] and their parents/caregivers in a relaxed setting on Tuesdays starting at 9:30am during School Terms. Children will be introduced to music, creativity and more. They will develop gross motor skills, as well as socialise with others in a loving, shared family environment. Morning tea with snacks included. Mainly Music at Lismore Anglican Parish Centre, 10 Zadoc Street, LISMORE. T: 02 6621 3200
YAMBAYAMBA 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.
RIVERS PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Covering Wollongbar to Ocean Shores. Meets 2nd Friday of each month at Summerland Farm, Wardell Road, Alstonville. General catch up & chat with the opportunity to join in a casual Q&A session with Rebecca, our Parkinson’s nurse. She will be there to answer any questions that you may have about anything to do with living with Parkinson’s or supporting or caring for a loved one. Maybe you want to know about symptoms, medication, treatments or services etc. Rebecca is there to support us and help you manage your disease so that you live your best life. All those living with Parkinson’s Disease or those supporting them are most Pleasewelcome.RSVP Cheryl 0428 286 753. YAMBA
The Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRFC) is inviting Northern Rivers women to play an active role in empowering vulnerable women and girls in our region. The newly formed NRFC’s Women’s Giving Circle brings Northern Rivers women together to achieve equality and human rights for women and girls in our region and enable them to realise their full potential. Visit the Women’s Giving Circle nrcf.org.au/womensgiving-circle/ on the NRFC website for more information and to join the Women’s Giving
Lismore High School Centenary Dinner and other proposed functions have been cancelled. However, the special publication of the Lismore High Centenary Lens publication is now available for purchase. For information, contact 0414 734 313.
DAY VIEW CLUB is partly about fun and partly about raising money for THE SMITH FAMILY who have given the club responsibility for paying the school fees for 7 ‘Learning for Life’ student’s fees. We welcomed three new members this month as well as enjoying lively games of trivia. We meet monthly at the South Tweed Sports Club. For more information ring President Kathie on 0407 709 629. ... thank you Freda Shaw OAM 07 55 241 357
HARRIERS is a non-proft community group that is part of a worldwide organisation. The Hash House Harriers meet every Monday at 6pm for a run/walk from various locations around Lismore, Alstonville and Ballina. The run/walk lasts for approximately an hour, followed by friendship, banter and grub. We are very friendly and welcome new members. For more details email: nrhhh@ NORTHERNfreelists.org.
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.
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TARGET RIFLE CLUB for .22 calibre rifes, meets Wed nights from 6.30 pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 1.00 pm. Air rife shooting for .22 & 177 air rifes will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more information, please phone Derek on 66282082 (ah).
DonMURWILLUMBAHandSandraCapner are opening their magnifcent 2-acre garden Morningsong, 108 Farrants Road, Farrants Hill, on 17 and 19 September from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Entry is by donation and all funds raised will be donated to Friends of Tweed Regional Botanic Gardens Inc. Since 1988 the Capners have established a haven for local wildlife who are attracted to the native plants that Don has featured throughout the property. Adopting organic principles, Don has set up an Australian stingless beehive, the inhabitants of which work hard to pollinate his vegetable garden and fruit trees. Orchids festoon many of the mature trees while beds of bulbs, annuals and perennials provide splashes of colour nearer the house. There will be plants for sale, a raffe and a team of volunteers providing information about the proposed botanic garden. Dogs welcome.
COMMUNITY MembersGARDENand visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm (NSW time, street parking, BYO, covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat and water. Children ok with strict supervision. Covid plan operating. Enquires: phone Bob Johnson (02) 6622 5792.
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TWEED PATCHWORK GROUP meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at South Tweed Community Center from 9-1pm at 18 Heffron Street Tweed Heads south all beginners welcome phone Moira on 0418686643. A friendly group of people with common interest in seeing, quilting and related craft.
interested in exploring the beauty that our region contains. The Northern Rivers Bushwalking Club offers a variety of activities for people of all abilities and ages in bushwalking, cycling, kayaking, abseiling, qigong and social interaction. Visit our Facebook page or our website nrbc.org.au for more NRCFinformation.WOMEN’S
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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.
Our mixed group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Lismore Heights Bowling Club in High St. Our brief meeting is followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Senior’s lunch for $15 at noon is optional. Guests and visitors are welcome. Ring/text Pam on 0418766247 for details of our other monthly social gatherings and ROTARYoutings.CLUB OF LISMORE WantNETWORKINGtobepartof an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking group who meet fortnightly to share ideas, meet other professionals and work together to make a difference in your community? Then Rotary Club of Lismore Networking could be the answer for you! Meets fortnightly at The Sherwood Hotel (75 Molesworth Street Lismore) on Wednesdays at 5.30pm. For more information contact Rita on 0413300578 or Gae ROTARY0412742095.CLUBOF
LISMORE SENIOR CITIZENS Meet at the Goonellabah Community Centre every second Thursday starting at 9am where we have morning tea followed by games bingo how etc we play cards Monday and Friday and play bowls Tuesdays and craft every second Tuesday afternoons come and join our friendly group you will be very LISMOREwelcome
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP “Lismore Regional Parkinson’s Support Group will meet at Summerland House Farm, 253 Wardell Rd, Alstonville at 10 am on Friday, 16 September. We will be pleased to welcome Fiona Jessiman from Parkinson’s NSW, who will speak about the World Parkinson’s Conference to be held in Barcelona in 2023. We are also fortunate to have a Dance for Parkinson’s teacher who will lead us through a few fun dance moves to some toe-tapping music. Desley will also hold a gathering for Carers. All members of the Parkinson’s Community, Family and Carers are most welcome to attend.”
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The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Evening Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday September 7th - 7pm until 9 pm at the LISMORE WORKERS SPORTS MAIN CLUB – 202 OLIVER AVENUE, GOONELLABAH – MEMBERS
CLUB Meetings of the club are normally held on the second Sunday of each month at the clubrooms: 412 Richmond Hill Road, Richmond Hill at 1pm. Visitors are welcome. The clubrooms are usually open on Sunday afternoons from about 1pm onwards. We are primarily amateur radio enthusiasts and welcome persons interested in radio, electronics, astronomy and similar subjects. For more details about the club and its activities see the club’s website: https://sarc. MACLEANMACLEANorg.au/
Sprung!!SPRUNGis a registered charity and a notfor-proft community organisation that offers Dance, Theatre & Movement workshops and training to people with disabilities. We are currently looking for volunteers to assist our organisation in a number of ways including supporting our Tutors and Disability Support Workers; transcribing; catering; professional skills; technical support and backstage support. Our workshops and performances run in Lismore, Mullumbimby, Tintenbar and Lennox Head expanding to Ballina and the Tweed. Any interested volunteers can reach us here and for general information please contact us on SUMMERLANDinfo@sprung.org.auAMATEURRADIO
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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.
The Wollongbar Probus Club is celebrating its birthday on 15th Sept. Come along and share our birthday cake at our general meeting at 10am at the Alstonville Plateau Bowls and Sports Club , Deegan Drive, followed by a special lunch in Ballina. Many thanks, Lucy Newman ph 66286191.
COMMUNITY FineMURWILLUMBAHPRINTMAKERSartprintmakers.Meetatstudio 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 & MURWILLUMBAHInstagram.
PLEASE NOTE THIS CHANGE OF VENUE – Meals available at the ClubMen previously and newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to experience the personal cancer stories told which give a great opportunity for all to share, learn and beneft from each other - Partners and Carers are also most welcome to attend as family are very much involved with the process and treatment of those with this diagnosis –This will be an evening of quality sharing on health and wellbeingEnquiries phone Bob Johnson (02) 6622 5792 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 PROBUSFacebook.CLUB OF LISMORE HEIGHTS
TWEED HEADS Poets and writers on the Tweed meet every Tuesday at the South Tweed Sports Club 1.30-3.30pm. Beginners welcome. Phone 07 5524 TWIN8035.TOWNS
LISMORE WEST INC Is in its 60th year and meets at the East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.
Northern Rivers District: Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog inland. Medium (40%) chance of showers. Light winds. Thursday. Mostly sunny morning. The chance of morning fog inland. Medium (50%) chance of showers, most likely in the evening. Light winds becoming northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then becoming light during the evening.
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Northern Tablelands District: Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog on and east of the ranges. Medium (40%) chance of showers in the morning and afternoon. Light winds becoming east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the evening.
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Thursday. Partly cloudy. The chance of morning fog on and east of the ranges. High (70%) chance of showers, most likely in the evening. Winds east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending north to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning. New South Wales: Partly cloudy. The chance of a shower or two in the east. Showers and the chance of a storm developing in the west later in the day. Daytime temperatures a little below average. Southeast to northeasterly winds, tending moderate to fresh in the west during the afternoon and evening. Thursday. Mostly cloudy. A cloud band with showers moving east across the state. The chance of a storm west of the ranges. Daytime temperatures below average. Moderate to fresh northeast to northwest winds ahead of a westerly change.
FORECAST cold warmfrontfront1024hectoPascal(hPa)troughForecastRain24hrsto9am Warnings:www.bom.gov.au Latest info CoastalStateWarningswww.bom.gov.au/australia/warningsat1300659210Service1300934034Waters1300978023 BYRON BAY UV 8:50amALERT-2:40pmMAXUVIndex7(high) TIDES, SUN & MOON Ballina Issued September 5, 2022 for September 7, 2022 Sunny Mostlysunny cloudyPartly Cloudy Chanceshower Showerortwo Showers Light(drizzle)rain Rain Storm Showersstorm Windy Dust Fog 3m WEATHER Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.0 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2 0.0 High:6:09pm1.7mLow:11:05am0.3mHigh:5:36am1.0m High:7:00pm1.7mLow:12:07pm0.2mHigh:6:34am1.1mLow:12:48am0.2m High:7:46pm1.8mLow:1:00pm0.2mHigh:7:23am1.2mLow:1:31am0.1m High:8:29pm1.7mLow:1:50pm0.1mHigh:8:08am1.3mLow:2:11am0.1m High:9:09pm1.7mLow:2:37pm0.2mHigh:8:51am1.4mLow:2:48am0.1m High:9:45pm1.5mLow:3:23pm0.2mHigh:9:32am1.4mLow:3:23am0.1m Moon1:56pm3:30amSun5:54am5:34pmRiseSet TODAY MELBOURNE 19 ADELAIDE 18 DARWIN 32 ALICE SPRINGS 27 HOBART15 SYDNEY18 CANBERRA16 CAIRNS28 BRISBANE 22 PERTH 18 BROOME 30 Warnings See www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings
Byron Coast: Winds: South to southeasterly about 10 knots becoming east to northeasterly during the evening. Seas: Below 1 metre. Swell: Southerly 2.5 to 3 metres, tending southeasterly 2 to 2.5 metres during the afternoon or evening. Weather: Mostly sunny.
Coffs Coast: Winds: South to southeasterly about 10 knots becoming east to northeasterly during the evening. Seas: Below 1 metre. Swell: Southerly 2.5 to 3 metres, tending southeasterly 2 to 2.5 metres during the afternoon or evening. Weather: Mostly sunny.
Gold Coast Waters: Winds: Southeasterly 15 to 20 knots turning easterly 10 to 15 knots during the evening. Seas: Around 1 metre. Swell: Southeasterly 1 to 1.5 metres inshore, increasing to 1.5 to 2.5 metres offshore. Weather: Sunny. Moon6:28pm6:23amSun5:49am5:36pmRiseSet Moon7:30pm6:56amSun5:48am5:37pmRiseSet
Local Dragon Boats join national pride paddle
The Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club (Lennox Head-Ballina) will take to the water alongside almost 50 clubs across Australia with a Pride Come and Try session on Sunday 18 September as part of a national pride paddle to encourage participation from the local LGBTQ+ community. Brooke Harris, Club Captain says “most people feel nervous embarking on something new, worrying whether they’ll ft in but for people in the LGBTI+ community it can be harder because of past experiences of homophobia they’ve endured. I love that our club and sport are joining ‘Pride in Sport’, to show ourselves as visiblyRainbowinclusive”.Dragons and Rainbow Dragons Abreast have been based at Lennox Head since 2005 and will open their Ballina based doors to all community members as part of the event.JanWright, Club President provides the practical details “the event will run from 9am - 11am at 26 Endeavour Close, Ballina. Members will “bring a plate” to enjoy at a post-paddle brunch. Wear comfortable sports clothes including covered shoes, bring your water bottle and remember the sunscreen.”Australian Dragon Boat Federation Director of Inclusion and Diversity, Dr Ruth Bollard, says this event is a key step for the sport. “Over the past two years we have joined Pride in Sport and Diversity Council Australia, and reached out to our community for their thoughts and experiences. Overwhelmingly, our members support diversity. Dragon Boat is a sport for everyone, just as they are.” Register here to join us for a fun morning: contact-us/events1/pride/https://www.ausdbf.com.au/https://www.rainbowdragons.com.au/
The Northern Rivers Times September 8, 2022 78 SPORT NEWS BALLINA MAHJONG 2ND SEPTEMBER 2022 Joy Lowien 1,Lorna Simpson 2, Bev Lasater 3, Diana Auret 4, Shirley Atkinson 5, Rosemary Russell 6, Shirley Coleman 7, Sally Lowry 8, Carol Meyer 9, Susan Scott 10, Pauline Kearney 11, Janene Jarvis 12, Jan Small 13, Jan Rhodes 14, Wendy Thornton 15, Gladys D’Anna 16, Margaret Bryant, Val Heinritz 17, Lisa Wong 19, Valda McLerie 20, Shirley Henry 21, Jan Henley 22. Mahjong is played on Friday at 12:30pm at the Ballina Bridge Club North Creek Road. Enquiries for new players phone Vanessa on 66874181. CHERRY STREET CROQUET CLUB SPORTS RESULTS RICOCHET CROQUET: J.Doust M.Russell 21 d M.Field N.Poynting16 R.Poynting 11 d D.Scott C.Lane 9 J.Hannigan P.Scott 12 d N.Barnes B.Wellings 7 N.Poynting B.Wellings 11 d M.Russell J.Hannigan 8 D.Scott 14 d P.Waters 8 B.Waters R.Poynting 8 d G.Drew P.Scott 8 GOLF CROQUET : Club Division 3 Championships Final J.Hannigan: 7 d D.Jones 4 Club Handicap Singles Championships Final : N.Poynting 7 d J.Hannigan 5 TOURNAMENTS : Qld Association Open Singles : Les Watson 26 d Keith Williamson David23 Luxmore 26 d Kathie Grant NSW8 Division 1 Golf Croquet Singles Champion and Runner Up Peter Freer, Ray Chapman. CASINO RSM WOMENS BOWLS RESULTS Monica Roper & Denise Grice presenting clubs donation from our Legacy day to Darryl who was a representative from Legacy. The semi-fnal for the Minor club championship was played today & the results were: A. Williams def C. Doyle it was a good game & congratulations to the Therewinner.were 2 games of social bowls & the winners for the day D.were:Grice & H. Lavelle def J. Creighton & R. Skirrey
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The other rink winner was D. Skinner, N. Moran & K. Jonsson J.defCooke, J. Carthew & A. James VETERANS GOLF RESULTS
After the club championships for the last month it was a pleasure to play an 18 hole single stableford. Winner L Bonner, 2nd K Lloyd, D Vagne, free game I Welch, chicken/ball winners R Black, J Perkins, M Rodda, B Micheal, G Tait, M Fairfull, W Henwood, B Waterson, G Gibson, P Brophy, S Reddell, T Beemster, J Savins. Nearest pins 3rd/12th N Cupitt, 6th/15th R Webber. Golfers please note this change in our programme, next Thursday 8th will be an 18 hole single stableford followed on Thursday 15th by an 18 hole 4bbb and on Thursday 22nd the Monthly medal will be played and on Thursday 29th will be an 18hole single stableford followed by our monthy barbque all commencing with a shot gun start at 8.30am. AS USUAL TILL THEN GOOD GOLFING Max
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79 September 8, 2022 The Northern Rivers TimesLocally owned and independent SPORT NEWS
The South Grafton Rebels have broken the mould for grand fnal football with their 36-8 grand fnal win over Orara Valley to clinch the Group 2 Premiership. The Rebels set the Coramba Sports Fields alight with an almost faultless display of rugby league scoring six tries toThetwo.Sam Burgesscoached Axemen, with Australian coaching legend Wayne Bennett as back up, were tough and tried hard, but had no answers.Theresult put a dampener on the media contingent who have been following the Burgess saga and the will-he, won’t-he coach at the Dolphins story. Reports say Bennett’s arrival at the ground surprised Burgess, who recently turned down an assistant coaching role at theButDolphins.thepair were soon talking together and discussing tactics, but it all came to nothing against a Stevens,Gallagherathescrambledplay.couldwingerattemptunleashedbackwhenscoringopponent.mistakesalsoballbackedGrafton.performancepunishingfromSouthTherelentlessRebelsthemselveswithinhandbutwereruthlessinpunishingfromtheirTheyopenedtheinside10minutesRebelshalfJordanGallaghera40-20whichtheOraraRonanSingletononlybatbackintoFullbackLiamDunntopickupball,butwashitincombinedtackleofandlockGrantwhichknocked the ball Skipperfree.Lewis Cooper pounced on the crumbs and crashed over a few metres to the left of the uprights.Thetwo tacklers, Stevens and Gallagher, were probably the best on ground for their team, but there were plenty of Rebels who came close to matching them. Centres, Thomas and Nick McGrady were dynamic, fve eighth Hughie Stanley’s vision and timing were spot on, winger Luke French scored twice and was a threat every time he touched the ball The other winger, Fellowthesetreturns.hisunderout,bottleKeironAxemenruggedplenty,attack,haveQuinlin-Randall,Briandidn’tmanychancesinbutcontributedtakingsomehits-upsintothedefence.AtthebackfullbackJohnson-Heron’sblondehairstoodasdidhissafetythehighballandhard-runningkickIntheforwardsStevensahighbarwhichpackrespondedto.backrowersTJ Walker and Grant Brown had huge games in attack and defence. In the middle props Ryan Binge and Lewis Cooper were relentless with their ball carries and punishing defence and hooker Cooper Makings mistake-free game and well-timed runs kept Orara back pedalling. The Rebels bench was dynamic and none more so than Austin Cooper whose fearsome ball carries had the huge contingent of Rebels supporters on their feet when he got the ball. And the Rebels three goal kickers, Brown, Nick McGrady and Stanley did not miss all game. After their frst score, the Rebels were in again a few minutes later after a high tackle penalty gave them an extra set on the Orara line an Nick McGrady burst through a tackle to score. French was the next to cross for the Rebels when they spun the ball wide to the right, putting the winger away. He passed inside to a support and then backed up to get the return pass and crash over in the corner. Nick McGrady scored again and Brown converted to make it 24-0 with half time looming, but the Axeman were able to drag one try back just before the break when Orara back rower Ryan Gill dragged a defender across the line toInscore.thesecond half the Axemen were frst on the board when second rower McAuley Dawson touched down, but when kicker Hutchinson-Walters’Lathan shot at goal hit the upright and bounced out, you got the feeling it was not going to be their day. The Rebels pounced on another error when the Axemen spilled the ball coming out of defence. With a pinpoint lasttackle grubber, Gallagher dribbled the ball into the in-goal and TJ Walker dived on it to score under the snuffedTheposts.tryeffectivelyoutthegame as a competition, although the Axemen plugged away until the end. French scored his second with about 12 minutes and the Rebels might have added more as they hammered the Orara line in the closing stages.Grant was sin-binned for a swinging arm in a tackle as Orara’s frustrations at the scoreline drew a response from the Rebels. But when the fnal whistle blew, players from both sides shook hands and congratulated eachTheother.relieved Rebels coach Ron Gordon was beaming amid hundreds of Rebels supporters who swamped their heroes after the fnal whistle. “We were dominant and we won playing our football,” was his summary of the game. “The boys were hungry for it. When they came in at half time I only said a few words. They couldn’t wait to get back out on the feld again.” He agreed with the ground judges, who gave the John “Tank” Mackay Memorial Award to the player of the grand fnal to Grant “Stumpy” Stevens.“Hewas our best, his defence acceptedseason,fanshasstudies.universityseasonlikequickly,”grownthiswaymanagementwhosehalfbackpraisesaid.outstanding,”wasGordonButhealsoheapedonhisteenageGallagher,gameskillswerebeyondhisyears.“He’sbeenexceptionalyear,hisgamehasanddevelopedsohesaid.SadlytheRebelslooklosinghimnextasheheadstotocontinuehisButtheveteranStevenspromisedtogivetheatleastonemorespeakingashetheplayerofthe grand fnal award. “It’s not goodbye,” he said. “It’s see you next season.”TheRebels reserves lost their grand fnal 30-14 to Woolgoolga and the Ladies League Tag went down 42-0 in their decider against the Coffs Harbour Comets Fun Family Friendly Open 10am everyday Mondays from 12pm
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Orara coach Sam Burgess consoles his battered skipper Ryan Gill after their team’s 36-8 grand fnal loss to the South Grafton Rebels. Rebels skipper Lewis Cooper holds the Group 2 First Grade premiership trophy aloft after his teams dominant 36-8 win over Orara Valley at Coramba on Sunday. Rebels supporters joined their heroes in a team photo after they won the 2022 Group 2 grand fnal against Orara at Coramba on Sunday.
Rebels coach Ron Gordon, right, thanks his two-try winger Luke French after their 36-8 grand fnal win over Orara Valley at Coramba on Sunday.
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