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Surf community rallies for Kai
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between nine and 75 years take to the water in ideal conditions.
Dozens of businesses from the Port Macquarie-Hastings region and beyond contributed products for raffles and auctions.
Among the standout items was a custom twin fin surfboard which fetched an incredible $15,000 at auction.
"We didn’t set a financial target," said Jo Astorini, one of the event's organisers.
"It was more about the community coming together to support each other and help us all come to terms with this tragic event.
“The money raised was a bonus, and we’ve already surpassed $60,000."
The generosity of the local community was evident from the outset.
Event-specific merchandise, including 200 ‘Surfing for Kai’ shirts and 100 surf hats, sold out by mid-morning.
The crowd, which included visitors from as far away as Forster and Port Macquarie, gathered in the local surf club for raffles and auctions.
Young people from the Bonny Hills
community contributed by selling homemade baked goods and handmade buttons and hairpieces, donating all proceeds to Kai’s recovery fund.
The outpouring of support extends beyond the event itself.
A GoFundMe page set up to aid Kai’s rehabilitation has raised nearly $200,000 of its $250,000 target, with approximately 2,600 donations pouring in.
Kai's family has been overwhelmed by the response.
Defibrillator installed
By Luke HADFIELD
IN a remarkable show of dedication to public safety, the North Haven Boardriders Club has successfully installed a potentially life-saving defibrillator machine at North Haven Beach.
The project was inspired by the high number of beachgoers and the realisation that the only 24/7 accessible defibrillator in the area was located in Laurieton, several kilometres away.
Recognising the need for closer access to such vital equipment, the newly reformed Boardriders club saw this as a perfect community project to undertake.
To fund the project, the club organised a series of grassroots fundraising activities.
“We received about $500 in donations from patrons at the local cafe, while the rest of the funds came from donations from our members,” club President Stewart O’Brien shared with News Of The Area.
“We covered the shortfall with money donated by our sponsors, such as Club North Haven and Beach Break Cafe, and our supplier provided everything at cost.”
In total, the club raised approximately $2,300 over a period of three months, which was used to purchase the defibrillator from Mid Coast First Aid Supplies, who will continue to maintain the machine with the Boardriders covering the cost.
The defibrillator is now installed and listed on platforms like Google as a nearby
"They are truly overwhelmed just like us; they are thankful, feeling so loved and supported by the community,” Ms Astorini told News Of The Area.
Although the event was a resounding success, fundraising efforts are far from over.
Additional donations are still being processed, and plans are underway for an online raffle and another auction in collaboration with the North Haven Boardriders' upcoming ‘#kaimmunity’ event.
q Boardriders and patrons celebrate this potentially life-saving initiative.
defibrillator location.
"North Haven Boardriders members are stoked to provide this community asset," shared Mr O’Brien.
The club has also taken additional
measures to improve community safety.
Recently, members completed a trauma course through Surfing NSW, and there are plans to host a surf rescue course later in the year.
q Rusty Hogan from Bonny Hills. Photo: Al Brown.
FISHERS IMPACTED
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were hit by last month’s whopping increase to licence fees.
Boat owners and users faced a 30 percent increase from 1 July, while fees for personal watercraft (PWC), such as jet skis, rose by 88 percent.
The cost of staging an aquatic event also rose.
Through a Question on Notice to parliament, Member for Port Macquarie Leslie Williams challenged Minister for Transport Jo Haylen to come up with a breakdown of how many in the electorate have been affected, and by how much.
It was revealed that 6968 local residents hold a boat licence and 864 hold a PWC licence.
“Over the next five years [that means] 7832 local boaties will be slugged an extra $689,320 in licence fees,” Mrs Williams said.
“These fee hikes will not improve outcomes for boaties in any way. It’s simply another cash grab from communities like ours.”
Fishing expert and News Of The Area columnist Kate Shelton says it was disheartening to see fees increase in a cost of living crisis.
“The vast majority of locally registered boats are small vessels like tinnies, family runabouts and personal watercraft,” she said.
“These are enjoyed by ordinary Australians; hardworking taxpayers and young families seeking outdoor recreationcontrary to the stereotype of wealthy owners cruising in luxury yachts.
“Penalising people for enjoying the health benefits of outdoor activities seems counterproductive.”
Mrs Williams said the new charges will not only affect users.
“It will adversely impact businesses which sell and service watercraft,” she said.
The full range of licence fee increases can be found on the NSW Government website.
q Member for Port Macquarie Leslie Williams, pictured with Brendan Hansard, is concerned for the broader marine industry.
q Close to 8000 people in the Port Macquarie electorate have been affected.
q Expert angler Kate Shelton says the fee hikes are penalising people who enjoy outdoor recreation.
Team Roberts announces election bid
By Luke HADFIELD
A NEW team with some familiar faces has thrown its hat into the ring for the upcoming NSW local government elections.
Led by incumbent councillor Adam Roberts, the six-person team is set to contest the Port Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) elections on September 14.
In addition to leading the team, Mr Roberts has also announced his candidacy for the mayoral race, marking his second attempt at the top job after losing to former Mayor Peter Besseling in 2012.
Joining the Team Roberts ticket are firstterm councillors Danielle Maltman and Josh Slade, who have served on council since their election in 2021.
"It's great to have councillors Maltman and Slade re-standing for election," Mr Roberts said.
"They have a proven
track record of representing our community and now bring a wealth of experience to our new-look team."
Rounding out the team are Chris Kirkman, Evan O’Brien and Kylie Van Der Ley, all of whom have strong business backgrounds and deep family ties to the Port Macquarie-Hastings area.
The professional experience of the team spans multiple industries, including banking and finance, freight and transport, construction, fabrication and farming, vehicle mechanics, food and beverage service, and hospitality.
Each member also has a long history of supporting local community groups, charities, and sporting clubs.
Mr Roberts is no stranger to council, having first been elected in 2012 and serving one term before being reelected in 2021 on the Team Pinson ticket, alongside councillors Maltman and Slade.
He has also served as Deputy Mayor under the last two mayors.
With current Mayor Peta Pinson announcing her retirement, the mayoral race is wide open, and Mr Roberts is eager to step up.
"We need to keep
this momentum going to continue to progress on priorities of council such as roads, footpaths, parks, and gardens, easing our traffic congestion along with significantly investing in our ageing sporting infrastructure."
A key platform for Team Roberts is a commitment to opposing any unjustified special rate variations or increases that don’t directly fund core infrastructure.
This stance reflects the voting records of councillors Roberts, Maltman and Slade, who have consistently opposed rate rises during their tenure.
Playground equipment removed
By Luke HADFIELD
PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council (PMHC) staff have removed the playground equipment at Bunnys Corner Reserve on the banks of the North Haven River, clearing the site and covering the area with tanbark.
The equipment, which had been closed to the
public after the 2021 floods that heavily impacted North Haven, was deemed damaged and unsafe.
In an effort to rejuvenate the community’s recreational facilities, a new playspace has been proposed and will be built using flood recovery funding.
According to the initial
concept design, the new playspace will feature monkey bars, a swing, a seesaw, and a rocker.
These would be in addition to the existing outdoor fitness equipment at the proposed new location, Riverview Reserve, approximately 350 metres from the current Bunnys Corner site.
q The site at Bunnys Corner Reserve where playground equipment has been removed by Council.
Public feedback was solicited via a ‘Have Your Say’ survey set up by PMHC from December 14 2023 to January 31 2024.
The survey was visited 324 times and received twenty submissions.
Key considerations expressed by the public in their responses included the need for inclusive playground equipment catering to people with disabilities; safety concerns related to park access and the riverbank/ sandbar; suggestions for adding a slide to the playspace; requests for adequate seating, shade, and amenities; and considerations regarding car parking arrangements.
The decision not to replace the playspace at Bunnys Corner was made to avoid rebuilding on flood-prone land, ensuring community safety and managing ongoing costs.
While many parts of the riverfront location are susceptible to flooding, the new Riverview Reserve
site is considered less vulnerable, being 1.5 metres higher than the original location.
PMHC Community Engagement Officer Jimmy Manning said the final plan has been “updated in response to community feedback”.
“We have increased accessibility to the playspace with a modified selection of seesaws as well
With the election just under five weeks away, the race for council seats and the mayoralty is heating up, with several teams and mayoral candidates now in the fray.
as access from the existing pathway to accessible play pieces.
“We have also addressed the community's request for more seating by providing an additional bench and more informally through log steppers, which provides a dual purpose of nature play.
“We expect to start the installation work in the first week of September and expect it to take four to eight weeks to complete, weather permitting.”
New date for council pop-up
PORT MacquarieHastings Council has postponed its pop-up consultation session at Queens Lake until Wednesday, 21 August.
Called a “preengagement consultation”, it is to gather feedback on how Queens Lake is currently used for recreation and
what improvements the community would like to see in an updated Master Plan.
The session will take place between 3pm and 5pm at the Queens Lakes Sailing Club boatshed.
Those unable to attend can email feedback to communityengagement@ pmhc.nsw.gov.au
q Team Roberts: Chris Kirkman, Evan O’Brien, Kylie Van Der Ley, Adam Roberts, Danielle Maltman and Josh Slade.
Clear-cut view
By Sue STEPHENSON
PHOTOGRAPHER Alex
McNaught is a master of the art of capturing this region’s natural beauty.
From whales and waves to wildlife and waterways, his ground and aerial images are not only commissioned or displayed in galleries, they are regularly shared to the Camden Haven’s social media pages.
It was in one of these forums that Alex got the idea to shift focus to a view you won’t find on postcards or in tourism brochures.
Responding to comments about local development, and to last week’s News Of The Area story about land clearing, the licensed drone
operator updated his 360 degree images of Lake Cathie, Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills and Jolly Nose, and added them to Google Maps.
“I think it’s a good thing to use the camera to show what’s going on and [to] provoke thought and discussion,” Alex
told News Of The Area.
Some parts were cleared long ago for grazing, and some of the housing estates were approved by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council or the State Government with minimal opposition.
But nonetheless, the new
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q Alex McNaught has utilised his drone camera to document ongoing development in the region. Photos: roving-eye.com.
images are sobering.
“In those shots you can see the stark contrast in trees and vegetation [where] developers have razed areas right to the boundary.”
This practice is called clear cutting, which means to remove all trees and vegetation to maximise the
available land.
Responses to the images have ranged from anger and shock at the extent of the clearing and to how close some of the houses are to one another, to a general resignation that development is inevitable.
Many agreed
environmental planning and approval processes in this area, along with wildlife planning and protection, need to improve.
“It’s not sustainable. We must change our strategy and policy to cater for population growth, as well as the area we find so attractive… and not destroy it in the process.”
The interactive images can be accessed by going to a Google Maps view of the area and picking up the Street View icon (the one that looks like a little yellow man).
Dragging it over the map will activate a series of small blue circles, which are the new location markers.
According to Alex, “they will appear as a permanent ‘blue dots’ record for future reference.”
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q Some of Alex McNaught’s drone images from around Lake Cathie and Rainbow Beach. Photos: roving-eye. com.
Tama’s mullet bound for wigmakers
By Sue STEPHENSON
TAMA Kaa says his decision to go from a mullet to a half fade has turned out to be “great”.
And that’s not just because he has less hair to wash and brush.
“I felt good because I’m donating it,” the eight-yearold told News Of The Area.
Tama, who is a Year 3
student at Laurieton Public School, had been growing his mullet since he was a one-year-old.
“He always took really good care of it,” mum Georgina Kaa said.
“But he was just over it and ready to cut it, so we suggested he donate it to charity.”
The family chose the Kids for Cancer Foundation,
which recycles donated hair to create wigs for sick children and teenagers.
The aim is to help those who have lost their hair feel as normal as possible during treatment.
Each wig is matched to a patient with the same natural hair colour.
Tama’s prized mullet was brown with blonde tips.
It just needed to be a certain length.
Measuring 35 centimetres, it turned out to be more than enough.
“We took him to Heath at HM Hair in Laurieton,” Georgina said.
“Tama was nervous at first [then] Heath combed and plaited it, and cut it.”
The plaits have since been sent straight to the wigmaker.
Meanwhile, Tama is enjoying his new look, as are his schoolmates.
“I told them why I cut if off and they said, ‘good job’.”
Anyone else tempted to shed their long hair or mullet, can read more about the wig making program at /kidswithcancer.org.au/ donate-hair/
q Going, going, gone. Heath from HM Hair took the chop to Tama’s 35 centimetre-long mullet. Photos: Georgina Kaa.
Bike rally gives back
By Kim AMBROSE
THE rumble of Harleys reverberated through the air as riders from all corners of Australia embarked on their journey to the renowned Far Kew Rally.
The annual event, held this year from August 9-10 at the Kendall Showground, brings together motorcycle enthusiasts for a weekend of thrills, camaraderie, and giving back to the community.
This year was the Rally’s 20th anniversary event. At the heart of the Rally was Doug ‘Chops’ Williams and the members of the Hastings Chapter of the American Motorcycle Club (AMC).
Together, they orchestrated a range of festivities including bike shows, live music, fireworks displays and more.
The event served as a fundraiser for Community at 3, a Camden Haven-based organisation dedicated to assisting the homeless.
“The Far Kew Rally is about creating a place where friends can reconnect, demonstrate their passion for biking, and valuable funds can be raised,” Mr Williams told News Of The Area.
Date: Sunday, 18 August 2024
Date: Sunday, 18 August 2024
Time: 11:00 am
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Laurie Memorial Park, Laurieton
Location: Laurie Memorial Park, Laurieton
The Laurieton RSL sub-Branch will commemorate Vietnam Veterans’ Day with a service, followed by a luncheon for members and families in the Anzac Room at the Laurieton United Services Club.
The Laurieton RSL sub -Branch will commemorate Vietnam Veterans’ Day with a service, followed by a luncheon for members and families in the Anzac Room at the Laurieton United Services Club.
The service aims to remember, honour and show respect to all of the veterans who bravely served during the Vietnam War. Through this commemoration, we extend recognition, respect and appreciation to all the veterans involved. We also pause to reflect on the impact of service on veterans’ families.
The service aims to remember, honour and show respect to all of the veterans who bravely served during the Vietnam War. Through this commemoration, we extend recognition, respect and appreciation to all the veterans involved. We also pause to reflect on the impact of service on veterans' families.
All Laurieton RSL sub-Branch members, family members, other Veterans within the local community and the general public are invited to attend.
If you wish to lay a wreath at the service, please contact the President, Buster Beatty on 0467 602 770
All Laurieton RSL sub -Branch members, family members, other Veterans within the local community and the general public are invited to attend.
If you wish to lay a wreath at the service, please contact the President, Buster Beatty on 0467 602 770.
q Brendan on the mic at the Far Kew Rally.
q ‘Magnet’ smoking it up.
q Doug ‘Chops’ Williams, President of the Hastings Chapter of the American Motorcycle Club, and his partner Lani Newcombe.
q Harleys primed and ready at the Far Kew Rally.
Run’s date change good news for business
By Sue STEPHENSON
IF you were still thinking about entering this year’s Beach to Brother trail running event, you’re out of luck - although organisers
may yet be convinced to open up more spots.
The cut-off was reached last Monday and when another 50 spots were opened, they sold out in two days.
Interested runners can still add their names to a waiting list.
“We don’t want to overrun the course and we want to ensure the finish line is enjoyable for everyone,”
Race Director Michael Maher told the News Of The Area.
“Everyone complains when they’re going up the mountain (North Brother) but when you get to the top it’s a huge reward.
“The sense of achievement keeps people
q The Beach to Brother trail running event has proved popular, with the cut-off for registrations reached
coming back.”
This year’s running festival will be held on Sunday, 22 September - just before the school holidays.
Maher says the date change is in response to community consultation, with local businesses and accommodation providers expected to reap the benefits of the extended holiday period.
“Driving tourism is one of the event’s primary KPIs (key performance indicators).”
The event also raises money for charity with this year’s recipient being
Hastings Little Wishes; an organisation dedicated to supporting local families with seriously ill children. Beach to Brother is a family-friendly running festival with an almost equal split of male and female competitors.
It features five individual and team events, ranging from the marathon to a five kilometre run or walk.
Races are staggered with start lines in Port Macquarie, Lake Cathie, North Haven and Laurieton, and a course that tracks some of the most beautiful coastline in the country.
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Taking the plunge for Daffodil Day
A
of friends from
Camden
of Flynns Beach last Thursday to raise money for the Cancer Council.
Always willing to support a good cause, group member
Jill Gorrie organised the fundraiser.
“The Daffodil Day Dip was about doing something positive for cancer research
and helping in a small way to create a cancer-free future,” Jill said.
“It is easy to sit back and do nothing, but the Beach Bums embraced the challenge of taking the cold plunge
A passion for pollinators
By Bill HARROW
WHEN Julia and Charles Watkins moved to Lake Cathie from Hill Top in the NSW Southern Highlands in 2013, they brought with them a hive of European honeybees they had maintained since 2008.
“Our initial plan was to keep goats at Hill Top, but they required fences that we could not afford,” Julia said.
“Bees didn’t require fences, so it was an easy decision to make.”
Upon arrival at their two acre Lake Cathie block, Julia and Charles set about planting clumps of bushes, in particular basil and lavender, to supply their bees with a variety of nectars and pollens.
They encouraged neighbours to grow their
own food crops, while conservation land around the estate provided further sustenance to the bees when trees flowered.
Julia said she finds bees to be an “inspiring creature”.
“I have a passion for beekeeping as I find them very interesting,” Julia said.
“They are a cold-blooded insect but manage to maintain their hive at 34-36 degrees, similar to we warm-blooded humans, ensuring the right environment for the larvae to survive.”
Julia originally took a short course in beekeeping and continues to learn more about this "fascinating creature" on an ongoing basis.
Charles’ inspiration to keep bees was a simple one - Julia.
“I provided the muscle for
the project but soon became converted to beekeeping,” he said.
Julia and Charles were foundation members of the Hastings Valley Amateur Beekeepers Association, which started with eighteen members.
Charles took on the position of President with Julia operating as Education Officer.
Both served out their tenures before passing on their roles.
The group now boasts more than 100 members.
They remain active members with Charles now the editor of ‘Hive Talking’, the association’s member newsletter.
Interestingly, honey is just a bonus by-product to the couple’s beekeeping.
at Flynns Beach to make a difference.
“It was a lot of fun and our friends were very supportive in helping raise just on $900 for Cancer Council NSW.”
The Beach Bums are an
eclectic group of friends from varied walks of life and backgrounds who come together each Thursday morning at Flynns Beach to swim, drink coffee and catch up.
Being mindful of their colony's wellbeing, they only extract excess honey according to the hive's needs.
At the moment Julia and
Snapper sensation and estuary excellence
By Kate SHELTON
THE Camden Haven region continues to deliver for anglers, with a mix of beach, estuary, and offshore options. Beach-based anglers have been treated to the occasional thrill of encountering fastpaced salmon schools.
Small metal lures have been the weapon of choice to entice these hard-fighting fish, with a few tailor often joining the fight.
Both Dunbogan and North Haven have been consistent producers of bream, with whiting also making an appearance.
For those chasing the elusive mulloway, Lake Cathie remains the hotspot.
Offshore, snapper numbers remain strong across most reefs.
While plenty of platesized fish are being caught, along with larger models caught on reefs off Lake Cathie.
Soft plastics and traditional anchoring and burley techniques have proven successful for targeting these fish.
These past few weeks since the large swell we have seen some of the best snapper fishing in years.
Anglers venturing further offshore have encountered samson fish and kingfish, while the increasing numbers of slimy mackerel suggest that striped marlin season may be
just around the corner.
The Port Macquarie area continues to impress with its consistent bream fishing off the rocks.
From the Lighthouse in Port Macquarie to Point Plomer, anglers have been enjoying success with this popular target species. For those seeking a more local option, Rocky's and Miners have produced good results.
Prawns and mullet strips remain the preferred baits, but worms and pipis have also proven effective.
Luderick numbers are holding steady, with Shelley's and Point Plomer providing reliable opportunities.
Tailor fishing has been sporadic, with only the
occasional quality fish being caught.
Mulloway enthusiasts have found some success around Miners and the Lighthouse, with both bait and lures producing results.
Offshore conditions have been ideal, with anglers taking advantage to explore the inshore reefs.
Snapper, kingfish, and leatherjackets have been common catches, and the water temperature hovering around nineteen to twenty degrees suggests the potential for tuna encounters out wide.
Overall, the Camden Haven and Hastings River region is experiencing a productive fishing period.
are free from
but the couple say it is inevitable that their bees will bring the parasite back to the colony.
If that time comes, they will decide whether to pursue treatment or bring their beekeeping passion to a close.
Whether you're targeting species on the beach, in the estuary, or offshore, there are
GROUP
Port Macquarie and
Haven, affectionately known as the ‘Beach Bums’, took the plunge in the winter waters
Charles’ hives
Varroa Mite,
q Brett Fuller with a fantastic snapper he caught on a soft plastic.
q Lake Cathie beekeeper Julia Watkins.
q The Beach Bums group.
q The Beach Bums take the plunge in the winter waters of Flynns Beach.
Heart Of The Haven: Theo Hazelgrove
A STAUNCH advocate for the homeless over many decades, Theo Hazelgrove is this week’s Heart of the Haven.
Theo grew up in Millfield, ten kilometres west of Cessnock, with his parents and two siblings.
The Hazelgroves were a mining family at the end of World War Two, at a time when many were doing it tough.
It was during these times Theo learnt the power of communication, commitment and teamwork.
“Commitment becomes
part of your DNA, a lesson where for me, it is now quite easy to make a commitment and keep it,” said Theo.
Theo moved to Camden Haven after marrying local osteopath Dr Peggy Landon.
Over the past 20 years, Theo observed the level of homelessness in Camden Haven and how difficult it was for those needing help to get to Port Macquarie for assistance.
After networking with local churches and interested stakeholders, the idea for a local homelessness organisation was born.
“Community at 3 is a standalone charity, a registered organisation that doesn't belong to a church or other groups,” Theo said.
“In fact, a lady said to me the other day: ‘Who owns Community at 3?’.
“And I said: ‘You do, it belongs to the community’,” said Theo.
Today, Community at 3 offers a range of services for people in need including transport, domestic and family care, and support with rehabilitation.
“With Community at 3, we've got 150 extended
volunteers and 41 frontline volunteers,” Theo said.
“Most of these people have the same DNA as what I've learnt.”
Community at 3 offers a free meal served at 3pm every Wednesday behind the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC).
The BBQ offers an opportunity for those in need to connect to key services in an informal setting.
If Theo had one wish for the Camden Haven community, what would it be?
“To be able to raise enough money to buy the local motel here in Kew and establish a complete centre of health and well-being for those who are homeless in the Camden Haven,” he said.
Stargazing: Fishing by the moon phases
By Dave RENEKE, Astronomer
EVERY fisherman dreams of a bigger catch!
Is it possible to know ahead of time when to plan a trip to enjoy some fishing, catch more than usual, and come home feeling 100 percent satisfied?
There is, so listen up!
When most people started fishing, the best time for them was whatever time happened to suit them.
They tried different lures, baits, and techniques until they spent a small fortune in a quest to improve their fishing catch.
It's time to introduce our moon as a fishing buddy.
A group of fishing buddies once explored whether there was any truth in the moon’s effect on the best fishing times. They kept a record of every trip made over a period of 18 months.
All information related to the moon’s phases, the weather conditions, and the catches they made were carefully logged.
What they discovered convinced everybody that moon phase fishing really works!
The fact that it
wasn't anywhere near as complicated as many would have us believe was a bonus.
Every fisherman knows that the best fishing times are when the fish are feeding.
This tends to be during dawn and dusk, but what often goes unnoticed are the two periods elsewhere in the day, moonrise and moonset.
Because the moon has an effect on a variety of factors surrounding the fish, including the live fodder they hunt, these periods, combined with the moon’s phase, are what trigger feeding.
The moon has always known this, but you didn’t, right?
So, by choosing times when sunrise or sunset and moonrise or moonset coincide with new or full moon phases, you’ll increase your chance of a good fishing catch.
Assuming there are fish in the area you’re fishing in, of course.
It’s not complicated, it’s just a matter of knowing ahead of time exactly when the sun and moon will rise and set.
Fish are most active during the 90 minute windows surrounding each of these four daily events.
q Does moon phase fishing really work?
That is 45 minutes before and after these four daily points.
Want even better catches? Read on.
If you keep in mind what we’ve said, then plan wisely to ensure you’re at the water’s edge on the days of the new or full moon.
You can use these ‘windows’ to reel in a catch like you’ve never done before.
If you have to choose between sunrise/set and
moonrise/set, always go with the moon as the moon is the stronger influence.
Keen hunters and fishers have always known that fish and game are most active at dawn and dusk, sunrise and sunset, but their activity surrounding moonrise and moonset is less noticeable because these events usually occur without the changes in light values we’re used to.
There are mobile apps for smartphones that give
accurate moon and Sun details at a moment’s notice.
You can quickly see the moon rise and set times and its precise position in the sky.
Stand by for a bonus!
We have a supermoon this week when a full moon coincides with the moon's closest point to Earth in its orbit.
This alignment makes the moon appear a little larger and 30 percent brighter than when it's at its farthest point.
The Big Screen with Lindsay Hall
By Lindsay HALL
WE’RE heading into the dog days of the “Summer Blockbuster” season, and that leaves just the one big release to come to cinemas this week, along with a possible ‘all time great’ sports documentary from Australia’s own shores.
Alien: Romulus is the first film in this horror franchise to be produced under the new headship of Disney Studios, after their acquisition of Fox Studios in 2019.
Taking a ‘getting back to basics’ approach to the movie that they hope will reinvigorate the franchise, the story follows a group of young (and pretty) opportunists who travel into space to salvage what seems to be a derelict space vessel.
If you’ve seen any film of any kind before, you already know that they discover more than they bargained for.
If you’re a fan of any of the Alien films, then the only real question is ‘will this one live up to previous entries in
the saga?’.
Critically speaking, the entire franchise has been very mixed, though when films have been good, they’ve been groundbreaking classics.
I don’t think that particular case can be made for this one, but filmmaker Fede Álvarez was tasked with the 2013 remake of Evil Dead, and managed to translate a 30-year-old film into a modern sensibility - retaining the original’s inherent and visceral qualities while utilising his
unique cinematic voice.
The result was a solid film that may not have the lasting legacy of the original, but was a worthwhile entry into the film canon, and this fresh effort for sci-fi’s number one space monster is likely to make the same impact.
The Blind Sea is an Australian documentary by filmmaker Daniel Fenech who follows four time parasurfing World Champion Matt Formston on his quest to set a new world record at one of the most intimidating
‘big wave’ surf beaches on the planet, at the town of Nazaré, Portugal.
Formston has grown up with severely impaired vision since the age of five due to Macular Dystrophy.
His disability has clearly never been something he has perceived as a genuine setback however, being an Olympic silver and gold medal winner in cycling.
The term "supermoon" was first introduced by astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979 to describe this unusually vivid and striking lunar event.
Now that you know that moon phase fishing really works, you can start to increase your own catch by being ready with your rod during the best fishing times available.
It’s easy, and it works! Good luck!
Sports documentaries have always had an inherent advantage in cinema as the subject matter always deals with an element of conflict or competition.
Surf documentaries have a fantastic tradition, given that the ocean in full swell is a breathtaking cinematic visual.
This film is shaping up to be a truly stunning and moving depiction of a man striving to overcome all odds, not just for personal glory, but to show the world around him that truly anything is possible.
If you’re part of the surfing culture, gather your tribe and find a place to watch this because it will be spoken about for years to come.
q Theo Hazelgrove.
Stroke team’s platinum advice
THE standard of stroke patient care at Port Macquarie Base Hospital (PMBH) has gone from Gold to Platinum in just a few months.
The hospital has become only the fifth in Australia to receive a World Stroke Organisation (WSO) Angels Platinum Award for meeting the highest benchmarks in treatment and care.
Coordinator Jenni Steel said in a statement that the team was “thrilled” and “even prouder” to have improved on the hospital’s
Gold Status so rapidly.
PMBH treats approximately 275 strokes each year.
A Deloitte Access Economics report, commissioned by the Stroke Foundation, found regional residents are seventeen percent more likely to suffer a stroke than city dwellers.
Head of Medicine and Stroke Physician Dr Matthew Kinchington said the Mid North Coast Local Health District’s consistently positive outcomes were due to teamwork.
“From paramedics who notify the emergency department of the stroke patient coming in, through to all the staff who work quickly to treat the patient, including stroke specialists in the NSW Telestroke Service,” he said.
The award came ahead of National Stroke Week, which carried the message that everyone should learn how to recognise the signs of stroke.
This made a difference in the cases of Michael Reid and Leonie Wiseman who
q The award-winning team: Tahlia Collins (NSW Ambulance), Jenni Steel (PMBH Stroke Care Coordinator), Emily O’Rourke (Stroke Physiotherapist), Dr Matthew Kinchington (Head of Medicine - Stroke Physician), Stephanie Barber (Stroke Clinical Nurse Coordinator), Dr Dawn Martin (Head of Emergency Medicine), Matt Hoffmann (Acting District Manager Allied Health), Elle Debreceny (Nurse Unit Manager 3D/Medical Assessment and Acute Stroke units), Michelle Coad (Stroke Dietitian) and Sam Degasso (Stroke Care Program Specialist Angels Initiative).
suffered a stroke on the same day, around the same time, earlier this year.
Both required treatment at PMHC ahead of urgent transport to John Hunter Hospital.
“They were fortunate to be with people who knew what to do,” Ms Steel said.
Ms Wiseman’s mother passed away from a stroke
Timber industry battles shift to man-made power poles
By Tracey FERRIER, AAP
THE timber industry has stepped up its fight against the phase-out of wooden power poles across NSW, demanding proof that the manufactured ones won't melt in bushfires.
The NSW branch of the Australian Forest Products Association has launched a new website urging people to sign a petition against Essential Energy's shift to UVcoated fibreglass and resin poles.
The government-owned power infrastructure company, which services 95 percent of NSW, says the change is necessary to boost its network's resilience to events like the Black Summer fires.
During that disaster over the summer of 2019 and 2020, more than 104,000 customers were affected by power outages across the company's network, and more than 3,200 power poles were damaged.
But the shift has upset some in the timber industry, which supplies the wooden poles that have long been used.
James Jooste is the NSW chief executive of the Australian Forest Products
Association and has called on the government to direct Essential Energy to continue using hardwood poles.
He says there's an absence of evidence to show composite poles are more fire resistant than wooden ones.
"Show us the proof."
Mr Jooste says anxiety about adequate supplies of hardwood poles is justified, but only because government decisions are hampering the industry.
He points to the creation
of protected koala hubs in the government's proposed Great Koala National Park, which will cover native forests that are logged by the government-owned Forestry Corporation.
He says a review of the rules that govern native forest logging is also overdue, and that's hampering the industry.
"It's policy decisions that are impacting the supply of timber, not the availability of timber itself."
and while she assumed it would be painful, that wasn’t the case.
“When I was told I was having a stroke, I couldn’t believe it,” she said.
Mr Reid recovered quickly following clotbusting treatment.
“By the time I got to Newcastle, the feeling and strength had started to
return in my left leg and my speech and hand movement recovered soon after.”
The Australian Stroke Foundation says the signs of a stroke can be remembered as F.A.S.T.
Face (has a side drooped), Arms (can’t be raised), Speech (is slurred or confused) and Time (is critical, call 000).
But Essential Energy has hit back, saying it must act to reduce the impact of natural disasters on customers.
"The decision to use composite poles across one of Australia's largest electricity distribution networks has been years in the making," it has told AAP.
"We also consulted with our pole suppliers and Forestry Corporation of NSW across a range of topics including composite poles."
The company has also released a photo to dispel concerns about the new poles melting.
The photo - taken by Essential Energy staff during the Black Summer fires - shows a manufactured, composite pole standing intact beside the charred
remains of a timber one.
Its submission to the bushfires inquiry also pointed out that fibreglass cross arms that were already part of its network often survived undamaged, while timber poles were destroyed.
The Australian Energy Regulator also approved the switch to manufactured poles earlier this year, after a detailed examination.
Essential Energy says that was in part due to concerns about "insufficient quantities of timber poles suitable to meet the needs of Essential Energy over the 2024-29 regulatory period".
The Forestry Corporation, whose hardwood division runs at a loss, has told AAP that demand remains high for timber poles due to their
affordability, durability, lower energy footprint and capacity to store carbon.
"By the time each pole has reached the end of service a new pole has grown to replace it."
It has contracts to supply hardwood timber poles to other energy distributors until the end of 2028.
Essential Energy refuted suggestions the transition will be another economic blow for consumers during a cost of living crisis, saying the installation of more composite poles will cost an average residential customer less than $2 per year over the next five years.
AAP has sought comment from manufacturers who will make the new poles.
q The timber industry has urged Essential Energy to continue using hardwood power poles in NSW. Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS.
q Emergency doctors Tadeusz Davenport and David Thomson from PMBH, Michael Reid and his wife Susan, Stroke Care Coordinator Jenni Steel, and Stroke Clinical Nurse Consultant Stephanie Barber
q Essential Energy released a photo of a manufactured pole next to a timber one during Black Summer. Photo: Essential Energy.
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN OPINION & LETTERS
By Manny WOOD
Complex estate planning options
JACK and Jill have been married for many years and each have two children from previous relationships.
They own their $2m home jointly and they each have substantial investments in their sole names.
They consider making wills to the effect that they leave the whole of their estates to each other and when the last of them pass, their will leaves their estate to all four children equally.
However, Jack is concerned that if he passes-away before Jill, she may enter into another relationship, which would jeopardise his children’s inheritance.
Jill is concerned that if she passes first, Jack may change his will and leave the whole of their combined estates to his children only.
They seek specialist advice and are informed that they can make wills that create “portable life interests” for each other, with a view to making proper arrangements for their surviving spouse, while protecting their children’s entitlements.
These wills allow the surviving spouse to continue to reside in the house as well as allowing them to relocate if they wish to do so.
Only upon the death of the surviving spouse is each parties’ half of the house gifted to their respective children.
In order for their wills to achieve these goals, they are advised that the joint ownership of their home needs to be “severed” and recorded as “tenants in common in equal shares”.
Jack is also concerned about his daughter’s marriage and does not want his son-in-law taking any of her inheritance.
Jack is advised that if his will creates a “testamentary trust” for his daughter, it can offer some protection in the event that his daughter’s relationship breaks down.
Jack is also concerned about his son’s business ventures and does not want creditors taking his inheritance.
He is advised that a testamentary trust may also provide protection against creditors.
Jack and Jill decide that in their circumstances, it is best for them to proceed with making testamentary trust wills which incorporate portable life interests.
Email Manny Wood, Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates at TB Law at manny@tblaw.net.au or call him on (02) 66 487 487.
This fictional column is only accurate at today’s date and is not legal advice.
Camden Head Head-
land management
DEAR News Of The Area,
I TAKE this opportunity to correct the broad agenda-driven statements made by Janet Cohen in her letter to the editor, 2 August, regarding the management of the Camden Head Pilot Station.
Firstly, the inference that when Camden Haven Community College (CHACE) was allotted the management rights to the facility the broader community had equitable access is not what took place.
Newsletters from the initial years of the 'acquisition' of the Management Rights of the Pilot Station show a very small group of vested interests/people were making all the decisions, and focussed immediately on removing the significance of the maritime heritage from the facility.
The actual history of the 'acquisition' has been documented in an email to the Camden Haven CCAT dated 17 December 2021 by a former Executive Member of the Camden Haven Marine Sciences Association, the organisation that held the management rights previously.
Just because the word “community” is in the CHACE name does not mean broad community involvement or consultation took place.
Secondly, the claim that the management of the Pilot Station was consistent with the Burra Charter principles is another statement open to challenge.
The main Burra Charter principles are replicated in the PMHC Local Environment Plan (LEP) (2011).
Particular attention should be paid to clause 1b): ‘To conserve the heritage significance of heritage items and heritage conservation areas, including associated fabric, settings and views’.
It is visually obvious at the Headland today that this conservation did not occur over the past 24 years and I am surprised that the community cultural development advisor for PMHC at the time did not correct the 'vision' or 'approach' that the CHACE were pursuing, rather than ensure the fostering of maritime heritage.
The Camden Head Pilot Station is included in the LEP Maps.
The guidelines outlined in the Burra
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DEAR Jasminda,
THERE is much discussion in our home about the breakdancing performance of Rachael Gunn at the Paris Olympics.
Are you on Team Rachael, or do you think it was an embarrassing performance and not to the standard one would expect from Olympians?
Dear Heidi,
Charter (and other guidelines for that matter) form the basis of best practice management and are crucial for compliance tracking purposes with the associated legislation.
Thirdly, the statement referring to the vegetation being a result of 'natural recruitment and succession' of plants in the area behind the Pilot House, and bounded by Camden Head Road, is also not an accurate reflection of what occurred.
A number of personnel in the community have stated that they planted trees and scattered seeds within this area over the past 24 years with the intention of making the area 'littoral rainforest'.
The area is not naturally ‘littoral rainforest’.
It is evident that these 'operatives’ were not only working outside of the Pilot Station's allotment, but were also working to their own agenda, completely ignoring the recommendations of the Pilot Station Vegetation Management Plan (Terry Rolls, 2000).
Finally, the statement regarding accessing bar and river mouth safety from the web page shows a complete non-appreciation of the purpose and intent of the heritage listed Pilot Station; that being as a facility for maritime safety.
Safety verified by physical observation.
One would also suggest that the Pilot Station should be the new home of the Camden Haven Marine Rescue organisation so that they may continue the proud and important Pilot Station Marine Safety history associated with the Pilot Station, and where they may also get a better 'view' of the bar and river mouth so they may more accurately report on conditions on the web page!
Regards, Greg OSBORNE, Camden Head
I SHOULD preface this by saying I am no breakdancing expert, but in the space of a day, there are words that have entered my Olympics vernacular that probably wouldn't have, had it not been for Rachael "Raygun" Gunn - popping and locking, burning and rocking, freezing and going off.
I have used some of these terms before, but usually to describe chronic injuries to my chiropractor.
I did, however, have a preconceived image of the level of energy, athleticism and dynamism involved in breaking.
That, teamed with the moniker Raygun - a name that conjures the power and brightness of laser beamsled to inevitable expectations.
I think what many people saw when they watched Raygun doing her B-girling was something quite different. Instead of popping and locking and rocking, she was hopping and crawling and sliding, moves many Australians are familiar with, but ones they would not necessarily bring to an Olympic event.
Then how to describe them?
Retrieving the remote control from under the lounge? Recoiling at the sight of a funnel web spider?
I'm not here to criticise though.
I think many of us know how it feels. That manic optimism of getting on the dancefloor after one too many vodkas, swaying and gyrating seductively like David Le'aupepe, then seeing the video footage that shows us doing the awkward footwork of Elaine from Seinfeld.
It's a hard lesson to learn.
Thankfully vision that hasn't been streamed onto the screen for millions of armchair critics.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
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Asset sale launched as administrators try to save Rex
By Sam MCKEITH, AAP
EMBATTLED
regional airline
Rex is looking to
offload company land, buildings and aircraft spare parts as administrators work to keep the financially distressed carrier up in the air.
Professional services firm
EY Australia has been called to salvage the five companies in the Rex Group since the airline grounded its Boeing 737 fleet on major metropolitan routes.
Friday that administrators launched the assetsale program as part of turnaround efforts.
Company land and buildings, spare parts and even a flight simulator were all potentially up for grabs, Mr Freeman said.
EY had also started contacting "a large number of likely interested parties" to find a buyer or investor for the airline.
route" market was a key contributor to the financial woes, Mr Freeman said.
The airline had struggled since an aggressive move in 2021 to compete on key capitalcity routes against majors Qantas and Virgin Australia.
Rex's regional flights have continued because of ongoing funding from private equity firm PAG Asia Capital as the airline desperately seeks a buyer or financial lifeline.
EY partner Samuel Freeman told a first meeting of Rex creditors on
LOCALSPORT
Kids crossing sporting codes
By Jo DEMPSEY
YOUTH in Camden Haven are lucky enough to have a plethora of sports to choose from, with many choosing to test themselves in multiple arenas - whether on a hard court or a grassy field.
Lana Whitcomb, Bronte Bowen, Miley Hearne, Ayla Cross, Finlay Goodear, Zahli Allport, Avisha Allport, Elka Kemp and Lexi Heslop play league tag on Friday nights for the Lake Cathie-Bonny
Hills Junior Rugby League Club.
They also ply their trade in the Hastings Valley Netball Association competition for the Camden Haven and Lake Cathie netball clubs.
Another talented
"Some are already executing on disclosure agreements... there's been quite some interest, which is really positive," Mr Freeman said.
EY says the airline, which is about $500 million in debt, is in daily discussions with the federal government about the situation.
Labor figures have said they will back Rex as long as it prioritises regional flights.
An initial EY probe revealed competition in the domestic "trunk
Other contributors were a shortage of pilots that created "sub-optimal fleet utilisation", supply chain issues and maintenance problems, according to the administrators.
The airline operates a fleet of ageing Saab 340 aircraft on regional routes.
A second creditors' meeting, yet to be scheduled, will include a vote on whether to return the Rex companies to the existing board, place them under a deed of company arrangement or liquidate.
Formed in 2002, Rex is Australia's largest independent regional airline and makes about 1050 flights a week on 45 routes.
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“I love playing everything,” Taela said.
“I love being outside and forming friendships.
“It's just fun to be out
netballer and league tag player, Taela Cummins, adds to her list rugby league for the Camden Haven Eagles.
She also hones her skills playing touch football and
Oztag.
there.”
With dreams to play in the national women’s NRL competition, Taela said rugby league is her favorite sport.
q Lana and Bronte love their league tag.
q Taela, Lana, Finlay and Miley are keen netballers.
q Regional Rex flights have continued as the airline desperately seeks a buyer or financial lifeline. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
q Taela plays league tag for Lake Cathie-Bonny Hills.
Para-surfers hit the water
By Kim AMBROSE
FIVE new Australian Para Surfing Champions were crowned at North Haven last Thursday.
The good weather continued to provide for competitors, with the breakwall punching out clean, two foot waves.
The Australian Para Surfing Titles have been an integral part of the Australian Surf Championships since 2016, following the introduction of a world title by the International Surfing Association (ISA).
Competing at his first Australian Surf Championship last week was Port Macquarie parasurfer Toby Begg, who was involved in a life-changing shark attack at Lighthouse Beach on August 25, 2023.
Begg hit the waves in the PS-Kneel Division alongside para-surfing royalty Mark 'Mono' Stewart, who went on to win the event.
Stewart, who holds an impressive collection of seven Australian titles, first became involved in the sport after losing his leg in 1976.
“I was always an avid surfer as a kid and have now
spent almost my whole life surfing with just one leg,” Stewart told News Of The Area (NOTA).
“Since the adaptive moment has come along it has just been fantastic.
“The international titles
have opened up the world to bring our family of parasurfers together.
“Now, when we have a world tour, it is like having a family reunion.”
Stewart said the ocean is a “real leveller for adaptive
people”.
“When we are on land you can see we are on crutches and in wheelchairs, but once we are in the water we don’t have that.
“That all disappears.”
Joel Taylor took out the PS Prone 1 event to secure backto-back Australian titles.
“Last year I won after spending 20 years out of the ocean, so to go back-to-back champion is pretty cool,” he said.
“Conditions were great.
“It’s nice to hold the para
titles in some waves that have a little bit of punch behind them so we can show our stuff.
“I would have liked to stay out there to be honest.”
Contest director Glen Elliott noted the continuous rise in the standard of parasurfing competitions.
“We have had really good waves and the performances out there are just peaking,” he said.
“The camaraderie and sportsmanship displayed among participants further
highlight the
By Laurie HAMILTON
RESULTS 12/08/2024 Single
Stableford – non graded
Sponsored by Camden Haven Tyre & Brake 47 Starters
Winner – Rob Russell 39
2nd – Craig Keen 37 Pts. 3rd – Peter Hammer 35
4th – Richard Kightley 35
5th – Jim Cunnington 34 Pts. C/B. Ball Winners Rod Barnett 34, Bob Myers 32, Kevin Anderson 31, Kevin Eagleton 31 & Phil Creer 31 C/B. NTP
9th Hole - A Grade NO ONE, B Grade Kevin Brennan,
C Grade Peter Johnson 10th Hole - A Grade Dave Larcombe. B Grade Jacob Westerhuis, C Grade Jim Finch.
12th Hole - A Grade Steve Moate, B Grade Richard Kightley, C Grade Brian Johnstone.
By Dany LLOYD
AFTER a couple of weeks of good weather the track was looking prime for last Thursday’s Stableford. Taking maximum Kew Corner
By Laurie HAMILTON
Saturday
was second yet again with his partner Russell Eichmann on 62.25.
(38c/b). The in conjunction four-ball was won by Terry Case and Richard Griffith with an aggregate of 73 points.
the KCC men played a 2 person Ambrose won by Corey Almond and Shane Madden on 61.75. The unlucky Richard Bligh-Jones
q Joel Taylor was crowned the Australian PS Prone 1 Champion.
q Para-surfing royalty Mark 'Mono' Stewart.
q Mark 'Mono' Stewart shows his skills.
q Joel Taylor enjoying the waves at the Para Surfing Championships at North Haven.
Kew Bowling Club
By Andrew RICHARDS
OUR AGM was held on Saturday, with the current committee being re-elected. The office bearers are Barrie Isaac (president), Chicka Thompson (vice president), Dave Napper (secretary), Tony Austin (treasurer) and committee members Rod Quirk, Frank Raczka, John Smith and Andrew Richards.
Gary Cheers, Frank Raczka and Stewart Rogan were elected as selectors.
Chicka Thompson was elected as a Life Member
for his passion, dedication and ongoing service to the club. He has been such a devoted servant to the club, and an all around top bloke! Congratulations for this well deserved accolade.
Wednesday Social Bowls saw Allan Holmes, Keith Collins and Phil Collins play great bowls to take out the top prize. The Runners Up were Dave Wagstaff, Daryle Barr and Ian Poole.
Voucher winners were Frank Raczka, Darren Darcy, Peter Laing and Bruce Gornall. In the Friday Jackpot
Triples, the jackpot money stayed safely in Treasurer Tony’s pocket.
The Rink Winners were Bill O’Donnell, Jeff Wylie and Terry Duff. The Runners Up were Chicka Thompson, Terry Miles and Mick Stuttard.
Lucky Voucher Winners were Warren Barnes, Steve (Raffles) McGregor, Ian Hodgkinson and John Smith.
Travelling Bowlers saw Kew hosting Taree West. Over 70 bowlers enjoyed a great day of bowls and food. Its great to see so many
people have a fantastic time.
We’ve launched our very own website, providing information for existing and prospective members. Details of regular events, championships, history, honour boards, and other useful information is provided.
Take a look at kew. bowls.com.au
Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Saturday Cashpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).
Kew Country Club Lady Golfers
By Robyn KING
PLAYERS were happy to return to the course in calmer conditions last week with a combined 35 players participating in a Stableford competition on Wednesday and 28 players completing the second round of the Foursomes Nett Championships on Friday.
Results for Wednesday 7th August 2024 sponsored by Elixer of Beauty 18 Hole competition (Stableford)
A Grade Winner: Marlene Brown 35, R/upQuedesha Golledge 33
Golledge NTP - Jennifer Bevan, Jennifer Stapleton, Susan English
9 Hole competition(Stableford)
Winner - Marlene Russell 16, R/up - Sue Dixon 14
NTP - Marlene Russell
Results for Friday 9th August 2024 sponsored by Allam Property Group
Hastings Cup All Age Carnival
LAST weekend four Camden Haven netball teams - 11Bs, Cadets 4, Cadets 5 and Opens 4 - participated in the Hastings Cup All Age Carnival at the Port Macquarie Courts. Teams travelled from
Gloucester, Kemspey, Stuarts Point, Taree and Wingham to participate.
“A huge day of netball was had by all!” said Jo Dempsey, President, Camden Haven Netball Club.
“We wish to congratulate all our teams, especially the Cadets 5 JRB Joinery, who came in second overall.
“We have our last game of the regular season this Saturday and we wish our players all the best for the final run.”
Ward & Lynette Buckley 34.5, R/Up - Pamela Egan & Marlene Russell 38, 3rd - Susan English & Mary Rees 42. Also last week a number of KCC Ladies competed in the CNC event at Taree. The ladies put up a good showing over the three days.
Day 1 - Div 1 Nett winner was Karen Rumbel.
Day 2 - Div 1
Gross
winner was Jenny Hardy & Div 2 winner was Michelle Wadsworth-Hammond.
Overall (36 holes) - Div 1 Nett winner was MaryEllen Harrison & Div 2 3rd r/up was Karyn Buckley
Day 3 - Foursomes - Div
2 Nett 4th - Karen Rumbel / B Bisby(Taree)
Looks like more rain this week so we are all looking forward to drier conditions prevailing next week.
Lake Cathie Bowling Club
By The DODGER
2024
Fay. Well done to all the players with some very close games.
Tuesday, 6th August, Ladies Social Bowls
Rink 10 - Jean West, Sharon Newcombe, Vera Hamilton & Lynne Watson –winners
NOTE: Saturday, 17th August, Ladies Pennant Trials, also there is coaching every Saturday morning 9am to 11am. Saturday, 10th August, Afternoon – Men’s Social Pairs –Rink 12 - Roger Miles & Bob Young Rink 10 - Budgie & Greg Darcy See you on the greens, The Dodger.
q Chicka Thompson receives Life Membership.
q The under 11Bs team.
q The Opens 4 team.
q The Cadets 5 team finished runners up.
Shortboard titles wrap up
By Kim AMBROSE
THE Australian Shortboard Titles culminated at North Haven Beach last week, an event which brought together some of the most talented surfers from across the country to compete in age categories from opens to over 60s.
Among the standout performers for NSW was Freya Prumm from Tweed Heads, who clinched the Open Women's championship.
Dane Henry from Fingal Head emerged victorious in the Open Men's category.
Not to be outdone by their younger counterparts, veteran NSW surfers continued to fly the flag for their state.
Rod Baldwin and Susan Levett clinched the Over 60 Men's and Women's titles respectively.
Levett, hailing from Manly, expressed her satisfaction with her performance.
“The waves were pumping and my heat went really well,” she said.
“I was lucky enough to crack a score over ten thanks to a really nice right and I was really stoked with that.”
Baldwin's victory marked his fourteenth Australian surfing title.
"The competition was pretty close and pretty stressful but I got a good
wave at the end and that got me over the line,” he said.
Both Levett and Baldwin are now eligible to compete at the seventh edition of the World Masters Titles to be held in El Salvador in October 2024.
Australian Surf Championships contest director Glen Elliott said the Shortboard Titles had been a “resounding success” at North Haven.
“They serve as a platform highlighting the skill, dedication and sportsmanship of surfers of all ages, reinforcing the spirit of competition and community within the surfing fraternity,” he said.
Redbacks edge past the Rocks
By Redbacks Insider
IT was one hell of a match for the Camden Haven Redbacks
Ladies team as they travelled to South West Rocks on the weekend for their second last game of the regular season.
With squad numbers at a minimum due to injuries, and legs already a little tired after a mid-week game (where the Redbacks defeated Crescent Head 5-0), the Redbacks knew it would have to be a smart game plan if they were to beat South West Rocks.
The first half though proved challenging for the Redbacks, as they struggled
to get control of the match, and manage their own fatigue in the blistering sun.
The Rocks were incredibly strong, and showed that they will well and truly be one of the teams to watch out for come Finals.
Despite the show of strength from the Rocks, the Redbacks created some chances in the first half, but neither side really troubled their opposing keeper.
With scores locked at 0-0 at half time, the Redbacks had the opportunity in the break to reset and regroup after what had been a difficult half.
The Rocks were equally strong in the second half, but
the Redbacks finally seemed to find their rhythm, and began to control more and more of the play.
Captain Brittany Jolly worked tirelessly in what seemed to be almost every position on the field throughout the half, whilst wingers Zoe Streeter and Lilly Webber made a number of fantastic runs sending the home side scrambling.
The Redbacks made a number of chances, but some outstanding saves from the Rocks keeper kept the scores at 0-0 for the bulk of the half.
With around 10 to go, Bri St Ledger received a fantastic ball, and made no mistake getting past the last
line of defence to find herself one-on-one with the keeper.
Timing herself perfectly, St Ledger slotted the ball past the keeper, and gave the Redbacks a 1-0 lead in what was a crushing blow for the home side.
True to the entire game, the Rocks did not give in, and with only minutes left, beat the Redbacks defence, and similarly found themselves one-on-one with Redbacks Keeper Mya Wilson.
The Rocks attempt was not to be though, as Wilson comfortably saved the shot, locking in the Redbacks’ hard-fought 1-0 victory.
After the match, the players lamented that whilst
the win was one of their hardest all year, the game was a testament to the spirit and teamwork of the squad, no matter what the challenge.
Saturday sees the Redbacks Ladies take on Iona in Port Macquarie for their final regular game of the season.
LUSC Snooker Club
By Michael EYLES
THE Tuesday night competition held on 6/8/24 had 18 players compete. The Major Final competition was won by Charlie Gyomrey and the runner up was Rick Emmerton. The Minor Final winner was Graham Rees who defeated Rocky Davis.
The Thursday night competition held on 8/8/24, attracted 17
players. Gordon Beaver won the Major Final defeating Fred Farrugia. In the Minor Final, Ron Phinn defeated Charlie Gyomrey.
On Sunday 4/8/24
LUSC Snooker Club played Wauchope RSL in an interclub Match comprising 8 players from each club, and our club was victorious 24 frames to 8. Congratulations to all who participated.
q Rod Baldwin wowing the judges and crowd in his final heat.
q Rod Baldwin being congratulated by Clive Sinton from Queensland.
q Susan Levett surfing up a storm.
q Kate Perry from Queensland rides the lip.
NSW’s Susan Levett being congratulated on her win by Queensland’s Kate Perry.
q Susan Levett draped in the Australian flag after her victory.
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Going into their match with only one on the bench the girls knew they would be in for a tough battle.
Led by inspiring captain Chloe GaskinHogan, the Eagles displayed a relentless spirit throughout.
An exceptional GaskinHogan try - where she powered through five Taree defenders - symbolised the team's never-say-die attitude.
‘Player of the Day’ Matilda Hammond turned in an outstanding performance, with her tackling prowess a crucial factor in securing her team's victory.
“The girls were exceptional on the weekend,” he said.
“They defended well.
“They attacked well.
“They were a credit to themselves, their parents and to all of their supporters who made the trip to watch them play.”
He also praised the invaluable contribution of co-coach Jamie Averillo.
Bird told NOTA his players were starting to “reap the rewards” of exhaustive early season training.
The Stingrays women’s player is credited as being a “driving force” behind the team's success.
q The Eagles Under 15s Girls Tackle team after their win against Taree.
q Cailan George.
BEST ON THE BOX
FRIDAY
A MAN CALLED OTTO
SEVEN, 8.30pm
There’s heartwarming moments aplenty in this gentle character study and dark comedy starring Tom Hanks (pictured), but they’re tempered by confronting scenes. As the titular grumpy senior citizen who seems angry at the world, Hanks’ abrasive character is difficult to empathise with until a kind new neighbour moves into his street – played with utter charm and touching poignancy by Mariana Treviño – whose openness and community spirit begins to crack Otto’s bitter veneer. The chemistry between Mariana and Tom is electric as the story of how Otto became so depressed is slowly revealed through flashbacks, with Hanks’ real-life son, Truman Hanks, rousing as his hopeful younger self.
FRIDAY, August 16
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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.10 Ladies In Black. (Final, Ms, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Troppo. (Mal, R) 1.55 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 2.45 Camel Capers. (R) 2.50 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds. (R) 3.50 Griff’s Canadian Adventure. (Final, PGd, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) Presented by Guy Montgomery.
8.20 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) Hosted by Shaun Micallef. 8.55 Troppo. (Mlv) The case heats up for Ted and Amanda.
9.55 Love Your Garden. (R) Hosted by Alan Titchmarsh.
10.45 ABC Late News.
11.00 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 11.45 We Hunt Together. (MA15+l, R)
12.30 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
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SUNDAY
THE 64TH TV WEEK LOGIE AWARDS
SEVEN, 7.30pm
The glitz and pomp of an awards ceremony is a sure-fire way to liven up a winter’s Sunday evening and tonight it’s the pick of the crop: the Logie Awards honouring our TV talent. After the dazzling dresses of the red carpet, there’s the business end of the ceremony. Beloved actress Asher Keddie has had a career resurgence and after last winning the Gold Logie in 2013, the Fake and Strife is a warm favourite among fellow contenders Andy Lee, Julia Morris, Larry Emdur, Robert Irwin and Tony Armstrong. From Sydney’s The Star, UK singer James Bay will perform one of his heartrending hits, with comedian Sam Pang (pictured) bringing the wisecracks as the evening’s playful host.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. Stage 5. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.10 Inside Balmoral. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.00 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Great British Landmark Fixers.
8.30 Ancient Superstructures. (PG)
9.30 The Airport: Back In The Skies. (PG, R)
10.25 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Agent Hamilton. (Return, Mav)
12.40 My Brilliant Friend. (Masv, R)
3.50 Bin Laden: The Road To 9/11. (Mav, R)
4.45 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Dancing
Continued. (2010, PG) 7.45 Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 10.00 Sex, Lies And Videotape. (1989, M) 11.50 Joe Bell. (2020, M) 1.35pm The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 4.05 Menashe. (2017, PG, Yiddish) 5.35 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 7.30 Gold. (2016, M) 9.45 Michael Clayton. (2007, MA15+) 11.55 The Lawnmower Man. (1992) 2.30am Cordelia. (2019, M) 4.10 Wild Target. (2010, M)
WEDNESDAY
SHAUN MICALLEF’S EVE OF DESTRUCTION
Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)
Micallef (pictured)
satisfyingly freewheeling current affairs series Mad in 2022. Since then, his unique brand of madcap humour has been sorely missed on the ABC. While this invigoratingly offbeat series, which premiered last week, is produced by the same crew, it’s a remarkably different affair, save for Micallef’s wacky pizzazz. Here the funnyman becomes interviewer to famous guests to find out what two treasured items they would save in the event of a disaster. Getting to the nitty-gritty of what’s important while keeping an eagle eye on the silly and inane, it’s Micallef at his zany, introspective best.
Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Fallen Hearts. (2019, Masv, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Gifted. (2017, Ml, R) 2.00 Pointless.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 MOVIE: A Man Called Otto. (2022, Mal) When a young family moves in nearby, a bitter, grumpy man’s solitary life is turned around when he meets his match in the form of a quick-witted, young woman, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around. Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller. 11.10 Dancing With The Stars. (PGl, R) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger.
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 24. Sydney Roosters v Parramatta Eels.
9.55 Golden Point. Post-match NRL wrap-up.
10.40 MOVIE: Analyze This. (1999, MA15+al, R) Robert De Niro.
12.45 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.35 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.30 GolfBarons. (PGl, R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Sort Your Life Out. (Premiere, PGa) Hosted by Stacey Solomon.
8.45 The Dog Academy. (Premiere, PGl) Expert trainers come to the aid of misbehaving dogs and their owners. 9.45 To Be Advised.
10.45 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.10 The Project. (R) A
SATURDAY, August 17
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 12.30 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) 1.15 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG, R) 2.05 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R) 2.40 And We Danced. (PG, R) 3.45 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R) 4.35 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds: Perth. (R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)
6.25 I Was Actually There: Beaconsfield Mine Disaster. (Final, PG, R) A look at the Beaconsfield Mine collapse.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG) Felix finds himself in an uncomfortable position as the police advisor on the set of a bawdy film production.
8.20 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) Part 2 of 3. A murder leads Van der Valk and the team deep into the world of colonialism.
9.50 Fifteen-Love. (Mal, R) Mikki gets closer to Glenn.
10.40 The Beast Must Die. (MA15+l, R) 11.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGn)
3.50 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 7.50 Menashe. (2017, PG, Yiddish) 9.25 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 11.05 Up In The Air. (2009, M) 1.05pm Wild Target. (2010, M) 2.55 Dancing Ninja. (2010, PG) 4.45 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 6.35 The Farewell. (2019, PG) 8.30 The Tender Bar. (2021, M) 10.30 Unfaithful. (2002) 12.55am Bee Season. (2005, M) 2.50 Late Programs.
SUNDAY, August 18
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Love Your Garden. (R) 2.20 Amazing Spaces. (R) 3.10 Nigella At My
(R) 3.40 Extraordinary Escapes. (Final,
6.30 Compass: Indira’s Road Trip With The President.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Vera. (Ma, R) Part 3 of 4.
9.00 Fifteen-Love. (Mal) Justine’s actions damage her reputation.
9.55 Unforgotten. (Mal, R)
10.45 Fisk. (Ml, R)
11.10 Annika. (Ma, R)
12.00 Frayed. (MA15+l, R)
12.45 Noughts + Crosses. (Malv, R)
1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Classic Countdown. (PG, R)
4.00 Landline. (R)
4.30 Art Works. (PGa, R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. Stage 7. H’lights. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX C’ship. Round 8. 4.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 1. H’lights. 4.30 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review. 5.30 Such Was Life. (R) 5.40 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGa, R)
R) 4.30 Restoration Australia. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 7. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. UCI ProSeries. Arctic Race of Norway. H’lights. 4.00 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. 4.30 Tour De France Femmes Highlights Review. 5.30 The Point. (R) 5.35 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Pompeii: The New Dig: The Bodies. (PGa) Part 1 of 3. Follows the most extensive archaeological excavation in Pompeii for a generation. 10.55 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 2. 1.50 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)
2.45 Hell On Earth: WWII. (Mav, R)
3.40 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
Week With The Atlantic. 5.50 The Machines That Built America. 6.40 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. 7.35 Abandoned Americana. 8.30 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 9.30 Ray Martin: The Last Goodbye. 10.40 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
Satellite
Continued. (2012, PG) 6.40 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 8.30 Stolen Kisses. (1968, PG, French) 10.10 The Lawnmower Man. (1992, M) 12.45pm Gold. (2016, M) 3.00 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 4.55 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 6.35 The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 8.30 Clean. (2021, MA15+) 10.15 The Predators. (2020, MA15+, Italian) 12.20am Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.
7.30 MOVIE: Die Hard. (1988, Mlv, R) A police officer takes on a gang of terrorists. Bruce Willis.
10.15 MOVIE: The Man From Toronto. (2022, Malv) Kevin Hart. 12.35 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 1. Highlights. 1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Logies Red Carpet. (PG) From The Star, Sydney.
7.30 The 64th TV WEEK Logie Awards. (Mal) Hosted by Sam Pang. 11.00 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack. 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 2. Highlights. 1.00 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 9.40 9News Late.
10.10 See No Evil: Mr Big. (Mav) A look at the murder of Dexter Bain. 11.05 The First 48. (Mal) 12.00 Transplant. (MA15+m) 12.50 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Ma, R) 2.50 Talking Honey. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Surfing Australia TV. (PGl, R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
MONDAY, August 19
Green’s Weekend Escapes. 8.40 Rise Of The Nazis: The Manhunt. (Mav) 9.40 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.10 House Of Promises. (Masv) 12.55 A French Case. (Mav, R)
2.50 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. (Mals, R)
4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The Voice. (Return, PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 9.15 John Farnham: Finding The Voice. (Mal, R) A celebration of one of Australia’s greatest singers, John Farnham, and his journey to success.
The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 8.35 The Farewell. (2019, PG) 10.30 Bee Season. (2005, M) 12.30pm
The Tender Bar. (2021, M) 2.30 Satellite Boy. (2012, PG) 4.10 Stolen Kisses. (1968, PG, French) 5.50 Last Chance Harvey. (2008, PG) 7.30 The Good Lie. (2014, M) 9.30 The Third Murder. (2017, M, Japanese) 11.50 Late Programs.
TUESDAY, August 20
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys.
8.30 Insight.
9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The Point: Road Trip. (R)
11.25 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+ans)
1.15 Christian. (Malv, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.
9.05 Made In Bondi. (Premiere, Ml) Follows the lives and loves of young socialites in one of Sydney’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, Bondi.
Stand By Me. (1986, M) 9.30 Holy Spider. (2022, MA15+, Farsi) 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00
WEDNESDAY, August 21
Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 4. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Michael Palin In Nigeria. (PGa)
8.30 Ray Martin: The Last Goodbye. (PGa) Part 2 of 3.
9.30 DI Ray. (Mal) The team surveils a new suspect.
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Enemy Of The People. (Mlv)
12.35 Lost Luggage. (MA15+a, R)
3.30 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
4.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 5.00 Late Programs.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Border
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.
9.00 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.
10.00 Billy Connolly: My Absolute Pleasure. (Ml, R)
11.10 The Latest: Seven News.
11.40 Talking Footy.
12.40 Miniseries: Midnight Man. (MA15+lv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am December
Boys. (2007, PG) 7.55 Redu. (2017, PG, Marathi) 10.00 The Good Lie. (2014, M) 12.05pm The Third Murder. (2017, M, Japanese) 2.20 Last Chance Harvey. (2008, PG) 4.00 White Lion. (2010, PG) 5.40 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 7.30 Mystic Pizza. (1988, M) 9.30 Gosford Park. (2001, M) Midnight Entrapment. (1999, M) 2.05 Late Programs. 5.50 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG)
10.50 The Art Of... (R) 11.25 Grand Designs. (R) 12.10 Parliament. 1.15 Extraordinary Escapes. (Ml, R) 2.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (Mas, R) 4.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 5.00 Art Works. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 11.05 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (R) 2.10 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (R) 3.05 Festivals. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 5. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Australian Walks. (PG)
8.25 Junior Doctors Down Under.
9.20 Rebus. (MA15+lv)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Pray For Blood. (Mal)
12.30 Devils. (MA15+ad, R)
2.30 Miniseries: The Dark Heart. (MA15+as, R)
3.20 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.15 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
5.20 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.10 Forged In Fire. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 Marty And Doc: The Inside Story. 9.25 Searching For Masculinity. 10.35 The Small Town Drifter. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 5. 1.50am Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Planet A. 1.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.10 Jeopardy! 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.35 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 9.50 The Man Who Fell From The Sky. 10.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 6. 1.50am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Finding Graceland. Continued. (1998, PG) 7.35 Jonsson Gang. (2020, PG, Finnish) 10.00 Gosford Park. (2001, M) 12.30pm Stand By Me. (1986, M) 2.10 December Boys. (2007, PG) 4.05 My Best Friend’s Wedding. (2016, PG, Mandarin) 5.45 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.25 Mermaids. (1990, PG) 9.30 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 11.40 Late Programs.
International. (PG, R) 2.05 Catch Phrase. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl)
8.40 Paramedics. (Malm)
9.40 A+E After Dark. (Mam, R) 10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Ski Rescue Down Under. (PGl)
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Pointless. (PG, R)
2.00 Good Chef Hunting. (PG, R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s
6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Medical Rookies. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Slow Train Through Africa. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Rookies. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat.
6.00
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGad)
8.30 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Sania Khan. (Malv) Part 2 of 3. A look at the case of TikTok star Sania Khan, who went viral campaigning for South Asian women’s rights.
9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Terry Floyd. (PGa, R)
10.30 Air Crash Investigations. (PGa)
11.30 Starstruck. (PG)
12.45 Boy To Man. (PGav, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Hangover. (2009, MA15+) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 Young Sheldon. Midnight The Platinum Life. 2.00 Late Programs. 6am Children’s
The Nanny. 7.00 Young Sheldon. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Sex And The City. (2008, MA15+) 11.30 Seinfeld. 12.30am The Platinum Life. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Beyblade Burst:
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‘Do or die’ final
By Kim AMBROSE
THE Camden Haven Eagles Under 15s Girls Tackle team will do battle with Wauchope in sudden death finals action on Sunday.
The Eagles defeated the Taree Red Rovers 10-4 in their first round of “do or die” finals at Foster on Sunday 11 August.
