q Santa and his helper (aka firefighter Cass Pensini).
Photo: Sue Stephenson.
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high of our markets,” said Luke Hadfield, President of the Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce.
“The positive response we get from regulars and guests is always an affirmation of the important role they play in the community.”
The markets are a Chamber initiative and are run by an appointed coordinator.
Being outdoors, they are at the mercy of the weather.
Several had to be cancelled this year as the result of unfavourable forecasts, which led to some in the community expressing their frustration on social media.
“People don't always understand completely the predicament we are in when we have to cancel markets,” Mr Hadfield said.
“Running the risk creates a logistical nightmare [and] puts people's safety in danger, something the anonymous keyboard warriors don't always comprehend.”
The Chamber is working on some special projects for next year but isn’t giving away too much just yet.
Ensuring local vendors have an outlet for their products and produce remains a priority.
“We certainly want to support local people first, but the beauty of our market is that we have the space to accommodate a lot of stalls.
The markets are also an opportunity for service providers to share information with the community.
Among last weekend’s stalls was David Gillespie’s, the retiring Member for Lyne.
Standing in for David was Alison Penfold, who was meeting the community for the first time as the pre-selected Nationals candidate for the upcoming Federal Election.
“All organisations are welcome to book a spot for community outreach,” Mr Hadfield said.
community who would love to have a clear line of access to communicate with Council.”
The markets are held on the third another to follow on 19 January.
q Santa high fived and chatted to the children who rushed to meet him at last Sunday’s Riverwalk Markets. Photo: Sue Stephenson.
q The Big Man in Red was a hit in Laurieton. Photos: Sue Stephenson.
q Alison Penfold, the Nationals candidate to replace retiring Member for Lyne, David Gillespie. Photo: Sue Stephenson.
MILLER STEPS UP
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after “an extensive search”.
“I’m thrilled and honoured to have been chosen as the community independent candidate,” Mr Miller said.
“Independent Lyne is a group of volunteers who have been working for over a year, holding hundreds of conversations right across our electorate and now they’ve chosen me to represent our community.
“That’s a responsibility that I don’t take lightly.
“My loyalty is to the people of Lyne, not a political party, so I will consult with the Lyne community about issues before the parliament and be accountable to the electorate for my decisions.
“My record will be transparent to everyone; no fancy promises, just practical action and real results for our community.”
Mr Miller moved to the MidCoast area in 1995 and has worked locally at radio station 2RE/MAX-FM, the Manning Entertainment Centre, the Business Enterprise Centre and Hot Chilli Events and Marketing.
He was also Deputy Head of Operations for World Youth Day 2008, co-creator and Executive Producer of the Australian Event Awards and Executive Director of Monkey Baa Theatre Company.
This is his second term on MidCoast Council.
“I’ve been rolling up my sleeves and getting stuck into local community projects since the 1990s, always looking for practical ways to make things better through my time on the radio, running local events, managing the Manning Entertainment Centre and serving on Council,” he said.
“I'm married to a local teacher, we've raised three kids here, and there's nowhere else we'd rather be.”
Lyne Chair Gillian Calvert said Mr Miller was “not a typical politician”.
“He is just someone who loves this place and gets things done,” she said.
“Whether it was helping build community facilities, running major events, or solving problems on Council, he has always focused on bringing people together and finding practical solutions,” Ms Calvert said.
“Jeremy Miller is well-
known in the Manning area as an energetic small business owner and throughout the MidCoast Council area as Deputy Mayor.
“He is the candidate we need to represent our community and we’re delighted he is standing for Lyne.”
Mr Miller ran as an independent in the 2019 Federal Election, again for the seat of Lyne, taking just over five percent of the vote.
Independent
q Mr Miller with Independent Lyne volunteers ahead of Sunday’s announcement.
q Independent candidate Jeremy Miller.
Charges over crash and Camden Head thefts
By Sue STEPHENSON
ONE of the men at the centre of a dramatic police chase that left an officer injured, is also charged over thefts from properties in Camden Head.
Around 4.10am on Tuesday, police attempted to stop a vehicle on North Street, Frederickton.
When the driver allegedly refused to pull over, a pursuit was initiated.
It continued down the highway and ended in Willow Place, Port Macquarie, when the car crashed into a police vehicle, injuring a Senior Constable.
A resident who provided News Of The Area with photos of the crash scene, said it was “something different to wake up to, that’s for sure”.
Officers searched the vehicle and located and seized several mobile phones,
cash and 85g of cannabis.
The driver, 33-year-old Shaun Andrew Bartel, and his passenger, 43-year-old Allan Patrick Kershaw, were arrested at the scene and taken to Port Macquarie Police Station.
The police officer was taken to Port Macquarie Base Hospital and treated for concussion and a head laceration.
He was released later that
day.
In relation to the chase and collision, Bartel was charged with:
- police pursuit - not stop - drive dangerously - possess prohibited plant - knowingly deal with proceeds of crime
- wound police officer executing duty reckless as to actual bodily harm
- use etc. offensive weapon to prevent lawful detention and, - use etc. offensive
weapon in company to prevent detention.
He was also charged over alleged property offences at Camden Head and Taree.
These include:
- aggravated break and enter dwelling etc. in company steal (two counts)
- break and enter house etc steal
- enter inclosed land not prescribed premises without lawful excuse and,
- enter building/land with intent to commit indictable
offence.
Kershaw was charged with assault police officer in execution of duty without actual bodily harm, and hinder or resist police officer in the execution of duty.
Warrants were also executed over alleged assault, property and bail offences.
The men appeared before Magistrate Aaron Tang and were formally refused bail. The matters return to Port Macquarie Court in January.
q This photo shows a person in a yellow shirt being led from the scene. Photo: supplied.
q The crash scene near Flynn’s Beach, Port Macquarie. Photo: supplied.
Businesses slam outdoor trading crackdown
PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has issued a crackdown to local businesses over outdoor trading.
Several Laurieton business owners have received emails instructing them to remove outdoor trading racks from footpaths unless they obtained Council approval.
The email, which business owners say was sent without prior consultation, cited Council’s “Management of Open Spaces Policy” and “Outdoor Dining and Trading Procedure”.
It stated: "Port MacquarieHastings Council has noted that you are utilising the public walkway/footpath as an Outdoor Trading space... Unfortunately, you are required to remove your trading rack from the footpath until such time an approved application has been processed."
While the policy itself is not new, the sudden enforcement of the rule has frustrated business owners.
There are also concerns over a sharp increase in application fees compared
to previous years and the introduction of a $500 bond.
The bond, in particular, has confused many business owners, who are unsure of its purpose.
“It’s disappointing because small businesses are already doing it tough, and having displays in front of our shops helps attract passers-
by,” said Bold Street business owner Melissa Kidd.
“Council should be supporting small businesses in the region - we’re ratepayers too,” she added.
Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce President Luke Hadfield has called on Council to delay enforcement until 2025.
“Our businesses have already faced enough challenges this year with the cost-of-living crisis trickling down to every part of the community.
“They don’t need their Council working against them in such an out-of-touch manner,” he added.
Business owners have also raised concerns about
“To hit businesses with this email right before the Christmas holiday period and without consultation is a slap in the face to our business community from Council,” Mr Hadfield said.
the email’s wording, arguing it incorrectly detailed the amount of public liability insurance required.
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council was contacted for comment.
Mr Hadfield received correspondence from Council staff on Wednesday, noting that the Mayor had acknowledged the concerns and raised the issue with the CEO.
q Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce President Luke Hadfield and Lotus Bay owner Melissa Kidd.
Christmas BBQ offers support to locals in need
By Bill HARROW and Luke HADFIELD
THE $5 Coffee Charity Fund Inc will host a free BBQ lunch at the North Haven Community Hall on Christmas Day for those on their own or in need of support.
The charity invites attendees to bring a chair and their community spirit for what promises to be a heartwarming occasion.
“This Christmas lunch is about more than just foodit’s about connection, care, and making everyone feel valued,” said charity President Graham Lee.
Cooking will start at 11.00am and include
sausages, burgers and cooked chickens, along with ham and salads.
The $5 Coffee Charity Fund, established in 2021 by a group of locals with a heart for helping the vulnerable, has been making a difference in the Hastings region by supporting other charities and providing direct assistance to individuals and families.
Around 200 locals make weekly $5 donations to the fund.
“All it takes is for coffee or tea drinkers to join and commit to foregoing just one of their normal coffee or teas weekly and donate the $5 or make a one-off donation,”
Graham told NOTA.
This small individual contribution, when pooled together, has resulted in approximately $24,500 being donated to causes like Community at 3, Soupervan, and Aussie Battlers.
With a vision to raise 1,000 donations per week, the charity hopes to generate $260,000 annually to further support the community.
The not-for-profit organisation is run by volunteers who conduct regular fundraising barbeques and other functions.
Anyone wishing to donate to this fund can do so on the group’s Facebook page or call Graham Lee on 0413 480 999.
Crime ‘stable’ but 10-year trends show regional assaults rising
By Sue STEPHENSON
WHILE one break-in or assault is too many, the latest crime statistics show overall rates are holding steady across regional NSW for the first time since the end of the pandemic.
The quarterly report of the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) shows the number of incidents in each of the thirteen major offence categories was stable over the 24 months to September 2024.
BOCSAR Executive Director Jackie Fitzgerald, said in a statement that while property crime had been in decline since at least 2018, there had been persistent increases in recorded incidents of domestic and sexual assault.
“Given that… as of September 2024, not a single major violent or property offence has significantly increased over the past twoyears.”
This was also the case across Sydney.
Motor vehicle theft was
another offence that had been increasing, largely due to trends in regional areas.
These appear to be stabilising in all but five of the state’s 28 statistical regions.
Also remaining steady are the number of court actions against adults and young people.
While stable crime rates are good news, the trends of the past decade are not.
Figures also released by BOCSAR show that over the past ten years, sexual assaults have risen in every regional area by an average eight point two percent per year.
Domestic violencerelated assaults are up by an average three percent per year, and are still rising, in all but one regional location.
There were significant increases in two other major offences over the past ten years.
These are shoplifting and sexual touching, sexual acts and other sexual offences.
BOCSAR has an interactive crime tool that shows crime rates across regional towns and local government areas.
It can be found online at crimetool.bocsar.nsw.gov.au/ bocsar/.
q The NSW crime map shows sexual and domestic assaults in the Port Macquarie-Hastings between 2023-2024 were above the state average.
Hospital volunteers honoured
A TOTAL of 15,195 hours - that’s how much time the volunteers of Wauchope Hospital have dedicated to serving their community.
It’s also why they have been awarded the prestigious Eleanor MacKinnon Trophy at the 91st Annual United Hospital Auxiliaries (UHA) State Conference in Sydney.
The award acknowledges the highest hours worked per member by a country auxiliary.
It’s the second consecutive win for the 22-member Wauchope team.
They also received a Certificate of Merit for raising over $500 net per member through their regular monthly stalls in the IGA car park at Wauchope.
UHA North Eastern Regional Representative Dee Hunter visited Wauchope to present the trophy to Auxiliary President Barry Peters.
“The Wauchope Hospital Volunteers continue to set
an inspiring example of selflessness and dedication, proving that even a small group can have a profound impact,” Ms Hunter said.
Mid North Coast Local Health District spokesperson Sharon Fuller also expressed her appreciation for the volunteers.
“Wauchope Hospital Volunteers may be small in number, but they are mighty in spirit,” Ms Fuller said.
“Their contributions go far beyond donating vital medical equipment.
“Words cannot adequately express our gratitude. It is a privilege and an honour to have such generous and kindhearted people supporting our hospital and the wider Wauchope community.”
Dr David GILLESPIE MP
Federal Member for Lyne
Streets, Wauchope NSW 2443.
q Graham Lee in the $5 Coffee Charity Fund Inc truck.
q Some of the hospital’s volunteers. President Barry Peters holds the Eleanor MacKinnon Trophy, while Judy Allan and Alan Thornton display the Certificate of Merit.
Rolling for glory
By Luke HADFIELD
THE Laurieton Hotel will be the scene of a highstakes culinary showdown this Saturday, 21 December, as 16 locals take on the mighty 1kg Sausage Roll Challenge, courtesy of Taste Bakehouse Laurieton.
The event will feature four timed heats, with competitors vying for the fastest time to win a $250 cash prize.
Second and third place
winners won’t go home empty-handed either, with additional prizes on offer.
Craig Worth, owner of Taste Bakehouse, came up with the idea after being inspired by a YouTube video.
“I saw a guy eat one and thought it looked like a fun thing to do,” he said.
“Rather than just make one, I thought it would be great to turn it into a competition and get the community involved.”
The response from the local community has been “phenomenal”, with participants eager to prove their mettle against the colossal sausage roll, which is equivalent to five standard-sized sausage rolls.
Locals are encouraged to come along, cheer on the competitors, and enjoy the festivities.
q The colossal sausage roll.
A family favourite for the festive season
By Luke HADFIELD
CHRISTMAS is a time for togetherness - a season where family, friends and communities come together to share laughter, stories, and perhaps most importantly, food.
Nothing encapsulates this sentiment better than the recipes passed down through generations.
In our home, one dish always brought us together: Pa’s Apple Pie.
This beloved recipe comes from Alex Hadfield, or ‘Pa’ as he was affectionately known in our family.
Pa’s apple pie was more
than just a dessert; it was a tradition, a taste of love, and a reminder of how food connects us all.
Whether it was at the Christmas table or on quieter Sundays after church, it was always there - warm, sweet, and shared with those who mattered most.
After Pa passed away several years ago, the thought of never tasting his apple pies again brought a heavy sadness.
However one of our dear friends, Susi, gave us a beautiful surprise: she had asked Pa to write down the recipe in his own words, preserving a piece of him for
us forever.
Now, we want to share it with the Camden Haven community so that his legacy can bring warmth and joy to your homes as well.
Here’s how you can make Pa’s Apple Pie this Christmas:
Pie Pastry
- 2 cups self-raising flour
- 2 Tbsp corn flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 oz butter (or a bit more)
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 egg
- A little cold water
Filling
- 5 large Granny Smith apples
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- (Optional: Add 2 cloves and cinnamon to taste)
Toppings
- 1 egg
- Milk
- Castor sugar
How to Make It
1. Pre-cook the apples only partly with sugar and allow to cool.
2. Mix flours, salt, and sugar, then rub in the butter.
3. Beat the egg and add it to the mix, then slowly add a little water.
4. Knead very lightly, make into a ball, and refrigerate for an hour.
5. Roll out half the dough (tip: use baking paper with flour to make lifting easier).
6. Line a buttered pie dish with the bottom layer of pastry, place the apples inside, and cover with the top layer.
7. Brush with egg white and milk, sprinkle with castor sugar, and cut slits for moisture.
8. Bake in a moderate oven for half an hour.
Pa always said: “Make sure utensils are cool and grating the butter makes it easier to mix.”
A little wisdom alongside his recipe.
This Christmas, we invite you to bring this recipe into your homes, to gather your loved ones around the table,
and to celebrate the beauty of sharing a meal.
Food has the power to preserve memories, to tell stories, and to remind us of those who came before us.
For our family, this apple pie does all of that and more.
As we prepare for the festive season, let’s remember that the magic of Christmas isn’t found in presents or decorations, but in the simple act of being together - sharing laughter, love, and a warm slice of pie.
From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas and hope that Pa’s Apple Pie becomes as much a part of your traditions as it is ours.
In loving memory of Alex Hadfield.
Hooked on the Camden Haven
By Kate SHELTON
THE Mid North Coast has once again delivered a week of sensational fishing, with a diverse range of species keeping anglers entertained.
Let's dive into the fishing hotspots and what's been biting.
Up north, Grassy Head has been a haven for mackerel enthusiasts.
Spanish and spotted mackerel have been caught in good numbers, although the recent influx of sharks has made landing these prized fish a bit more challenging.
Water temperatures hovering around 24 degrees have created ideal conditions for these pelagic predators.
The Macleay River has been producing consistent results, with cobia, flathead, and mulloway being the primary targets.
Anglers have also been rewarded with impressive catches of mud crabs further
upstream.
A few lucky anglers have also caught cobia off the break walls and headlands.
Offshore, the inshore black marlin season has kicked off with a bang, with anglers landing 30 to 40-kilogram fish.
Hat Head has been the epicentre of this action, with live bait proving to be the most effective lure.
Moving south, the Port Macquarie area has been a hot spot for mahi mahi, with fish up to 12 kilograms being caught off the FAD.
Live bait has been the key to success in targeting these exciting fighting fish.
While there have been no reports of mackerel or marlin from Plomer Bay, the arrival of these species is imminent.
For those who prefer freshwater fishing, the upper reaches of the Hastings, Pappinbarra, and Wilson Rivers have been producing excellent Australian bass.
Cicada lures have been the go to for these hard fighting fish.
Lake Cathie continues to delight anglers with abundant flathead, whiting, and the odd mulloway. School prawns and yabbies have been the most effective baits, and the eastern side of the lake, closer to the beach, has been the prime fishing location.
The Camden Haven River has seen a surge in flathead activity, with lures and natural baits like mullet strips and prawns proving equally effective.
Bream fishing has been best around Henry Kendall Reserve, particularly during high tide, using green prawns as bait.
The recent southerly change this week may influence fishing conditions, but there's hope that it will push in warmer water and more fish just in time for the Christmas break.
q Check the local RFS and Fire and Rescue Facebook pages for updated route maps.
Where to catch Santa’s lolly runs
By Sue STEPHENSON
SANTA will be cruising the streets of the Camden Haven from tomorrow, 21 December, on his annual lolly runs.
In Bonny Hills, the sugary treats will be shared from 3pm, along the following route:
1. Reflections Holiday Park
2. Ingenia Holiday Park
3. Seafront Circuit
4. St Vincents Way
5. St Kitts Way
6. Bonny View Drive
7. Hungerford Place
8. Panorama Drive
9. Honeysuckle Road
Santa’s helpers at the Bonny Hills Rural Fire Service Brigade have provided a map on their Facebook page, with a Glympse tracking link to be
added closer to time.
“Santa will be tossing out lollies, so make sure the little ones are ready to wave and collect their treats safely,” the Brigade reminds parents.
“Please stay on the footpath and give Santa and the fire trucks plenty of room. Safety first!”
Camden Haven Rural Fire Brigade is also at the ready to escort Santa on his Lolly Run around Kew, Kendall and Herons Creek.
Supported by the Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce, they’ll start sharing lollies from 3.30pm and will visit Lake Ridge, Lakewood (Woolworths end), Brother Glen, Mountain View, Kew, Kendall and Herons Creek.
Santa will also have time for a quick stop at Kendall
skatepark around 5:30pm. Then on Sunday, 22 December, also from 3.30pm, Santa will find himself in the equally capable hands of Fire and Rescue NSW Laurieton. At this stage, the plan is: -Lakewood 3:30pm to 4pm
- Sirius Dr, Fair Winds Estate and Rosewood Ct, West Haven 4pm to 4:15pm
- Koonwarra St, West Laurieton 4:15 to 4:30pm
- Flinders Dr, Laurieton West of Bold St starting at Tribe Gym 4:30 pm to 5:15pm
- Dunbogan and Camden Haven 5:15pm to 5:45pm - Laurieton East of Bold St 5:45 to 6pm
- North Haven starting at Stingray Creek bridge 6pm, finishing at North Haven Surf Club 7pm.
q Vibrant Mahi Mahi: James Adams landed this 155cm beauty and released it back into the ocean.
The meaty history of the mince pie
By Kimberley G CONNOR, Food Historian and Historical Archaeologist
THIS year as you sit down to a well-deserved cup of tea and a mince pie, or leave a plate out for Santa, take a moment to think about the centuries of history behind this Christmas staple.
During the medieval period it was common to mix meat or even fish with expensive imported ingredients like sugar, dried fruit and spices.
Recipes of this type, sometimes called ‘shrid’ pies, are included in some of the earliest English recipes collections.
By the end of the 16th century the pies had acquired both their modern name (‘minst pyes’ in The Good Haus-wives Treasurie, 1588) and the strong connection with Christmas which meant they were sometimes also called Christmas pies.
Early modern recipes continued to have a good proportion of meat - veal or beef, mutton or even tonguebut they called for more and more fruit, spices and sugar.
Shipped from the Middle East, the East Indies and the Americas, these ingredients were a way to show off wealth and good taste.
For families that could only afford them once or twice a year then Christmas was the time.
Since then, as those ingredients became cheaper and as the combination of meat and sweet fruit became less fashionable the meat has all but disappeared from mince pies.
The only reminders of mince pies' meaty history are the name, and the suet (kidney fat) which is still found in many recipes but can be replaced with butter
for vegetarians.
If you’re not avoiding meat this season, however, why not add some meat to your mince pies with this seventeenth century recipe?
Not only does it cut down on the sickly sweetness of modern mince pies, but it’ll be a great conversation starter over a glass of eggnog.
The following is a mincemeat recipe based on My Lady of Portland’s Mince Pyes from ‘The Closet of Sir Kenelm Digby, Knight Opened’ (1669).
q Kimberley Connor is a historical archaeologist, food historian and postdoctoral scholar with Stanford Archaeology Center. Her work combines archaeological analysis with archival research to study historical diets.
• using up leftovers from roast beef or lamb or similar)
• 227g suet
• 170g currants
• Peel of 1/8 lemon, diced
• 2/3 green apple, cored and grated
• 1 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/3 tsp mace, grated
• 1 tsp ground cloves
• 40g sugar
• 1/4 cup sherry
• Candied citron and orange peel, sliced
• Dates, sliced
• Caraway seeds
To make the mincemeat, combine the meat, suet, currants, lemon, apple, ground spices, sugar and rosewater in a large bowl.
When making the pies,
prepare shortcrust pastry cases and fill them with mincemeat then place slices of candied citrus peel and a sprinkle of caraway seeds before covering with the lid. You can make either more modern small pies or, for a more traditional feel, make one large pie in a pie-tin.
For more historical recipes, see Kimberley’s blog Turnspit & Table at www. turnspitandtable.com.
q Mince pies ready for baking.
Speculation surrounds Santa’s return
By Kim AMBROSE
LOCALS caught a rare glimpse of an iconic Christmas figure in Laurieton on Friday, 13 December.
Rather than with his traditional sleigh and reindeer, Santa was spotted bounding into Bold Street on the back of a bike.
With Christmas Day approaching rapidly, speculations about the reasons for Santa's early visit to Laurieton were rampant.
Some locals believe the stopover was a chance for him to double-check his naughty and nice list before the big day.
Others speculated that Santa might have been in town for some last-minute shopping and to procure a gift for Mrs Claus.
He may well have heard the buzz that Bold Street businesses were brimming with Christmas goodies, ranging from one-of-akind gifts to delectable treats.
For those who missed seeing Santa in the flesh, there is good news.
The diligent reporters from News Of The Area have reliable intel that Santa is scheduled to make a return to Bold Street today (Friday) at 11am.
His presence is expected to bring festive cheer and a sprinkle of holiday magic to the town.
However, amidst the anticipation of
Santa's second stopover are whispers of a potential pest.
Rumours suggest that the Grinch might also make an unexpected visit, although the certainty of this occurrence remains unclear.
Will the Grinch attempt to disrupt the merriment, or will Santa's enchanting presence prove to be a powerful deterrent?
The only way to find out is to come down to Bold Street and witness the events unfold
Government pushing for council meeting reform
THE STATE Government is progressing reforms to strengthen local government, announcing plans for changes to the way council meetings are conducted.
It is hoped the changes will ensure greater transparency and increase community confidence in council decision making.
All councils are required to adopt a code of meeting practice based on the Model Meeting Code issued by the Office of Local Government.
The government has now released a consultation draft of amendments to the Model Meeting Code for public comment.
The changes aim to simplify the Model Meeting Code and ensure councillors are making decisions in the full view of the communities they are elected to represent.
They also aim to increase the dignity of the council chamber and remove the general manager’s involvement in council politics.
Key changes, some of which have been recommended by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) include:
• preventing councils from holding private councillor briefing sessions
• requiring information considered at closed meetings to be made public after it ceases to be confidential
• requiring councils to give reasons
when making decisions on planning matters that depart from staff recommendations
• de-politicising the role of the general manager by removing the requirement for them to prepare reports on councillors’ notices of motion
• expanding the powers of the mayor to expel councillors from meetings for acts of disorder
• requiring councillors to stand when the mayor enters and when addressing the meeting.
“Council meetings are where a council’s most important decisions should be made,”
Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig said.
“It concerns me that these decisions are
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increasingly being made behind closed doors in private briefings, locking out the community and protecting councils from public scrutiny.
“As a former mayor, I want to see all councils conducting their business in an open and public forum, where communities can engage with their council on issues that directly affect them.
“The current Model Meeting Code has become unwieldy and is prone to drawing the general manager into political disputes which should be left to elected councillors to resolve.
“These changes are part of the government’s commitment to restoring public trust in local government which has been eroded by years of neglect and a cultural shift towards secrecy over public service.”
Submissions will be accepted until Friday, 28 February 2025.
To learn more and provide feedback, go to: https://www.olg.nsw.gov.au/councils/ governance/model-code-of-meeting-practice/ reforms-to-the-model-code-of-meetingpractice/
q Sightings confirm Santa’s recent visit to Bold Street, Laurieton.
q The diligent reporters from News Of The Area have reliable information that Santa is scheduled to make a return to Bold Street on Friday, 20 December at 11am.
q Nancy and Jan reassure Santa that they are on his nice list.
q Bonny Hills local Riley Dowd reminds Santa about the items on his Christmas list.
q Bellamy chats with Santa.
GP availability at Your Family Practice
THE medical centre at Lakewood Health Precinct continues to flourish to meet the increasing demands of the Camden Haven community.
Your Family Practice continues to be steered for the future by Practice Manager/CEO Deidre and a very involved and proactive Board of Directors.
Seven GPs provide service, including three female GPs every week, and there are two new GPs joining the team shortly –
another female and male.
“We have been fortunate enough to attract quality overseas trained GPs to relocate to the Camden Haven, and set up their families and future in the Port Macquarie LGA,” said the Your Family Practice team.
“The experience, knowledge and willingness to become part of our community only makes these new GPs welcome here.”
Dr Para is originally from India but now a long term
Aussie, while Dr Marzie Esmaeili and Dr Kasra Meshkinnejad are both from Iran.
All three internationallytrained GPs have commenced, or are close to commencing, their final training to gain membership in the Fellowship of General Practice in Australia.
Their families are settled in the region, and they are long term permanent GPs.
Dr Calvin Mok has completed his training and was very successful in doing
Merry Christmas
so.
Early in the new year he will gain membership to the Fellowship of General Practitioners.
Drs Murt Ahmed, Fu Chong and Camellia Chooi continue to supply steady leadership to the GPs and provide excellent medical care to their patients.
The nursing team has been increased over the past year to be led by Amanda, and assisted by highly qualified nurses Bel, Gaylene and Hayley.
Each has the highest level of training for practice nurses, and each has their own specialities, including well women’s care, chronic health nursing, wound care, midwifery, early childhood nursing and immunisations.
They form a caring and knowledgeable support team for the centre’s GPs.
The admin team has also been increased with two new members.
All team members are trained in customer service and provide confidential and
helpful support to patients.
The Admin team includes Melissa, Tracey, Wendy, Therese, Natalie and Kyle.
“Our books are open for new patients for Drs Calvin, Kasra, Para and Marzie – so enquire with the admin team and make an appointment to secure your local GP service.”
Your Family Practice continues to be a mixed billing service, with some bulk billing and private billing for services provided by local GPs.
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May your Christmas be filled with joy, special moments with loved ones, and the magic of the season. Here’s to a year ahead brimming with opportunities, happiness, and success.
WISHING YOU A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY SEASON AND A PROSPEROUS 2025!
Martin Newell
Laurieton Mall Bold St, Laurieton,
53 Bold St, Laurieton
CHRISTMAS GREETINGS 2024
my people
Thanks for a great year!
Merry Christmas to all
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Thank you for your continued support. As a local with over 25 years of travel agency experience, I’m here to help you plan your next unforgettable journey.
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CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY
With every $100 spent in store you will go into the draw for your chance to WIN….
1st Prize - 9ct Yellow Gold Baroque/Freshwater Pearls with a mix of Natural Gemdtones Necklace. (Value $650)
2nd Prize - Men’s Black Neon 100m Alba Watch with a 3 year guarantee. (Value $240)
We appreciate our customers for supporting our little family business and we look forward to stepping into the New Year with your continued support.
Merry Christmas from my family to yours.
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Thank you for your support throughout the year. We wish you a joyful and safe festive season.
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Racing stars recognised
By Virginia HARVEY
RIDING a 98th career winner at Taree, Mollie Fitzgerald was honoured as the Mid-North Coast Racing Association’s (MNCRA) 2023-24 leading apprentice hoop at the region’s awards presentation during the Taree races on Tuesday, 3 December.
Fittingly winning the Mollie Fitzgerald Class One Handicap aboard Zoubeauty, the 22-year-old Fitzgerald rode 17 winners on the Association’s tracks (Kempsey, Wauchope, Port Macquarie, Taree and Tuncurry), during last season.
Daughter of former successful hoop Malcolm Fitzgerald, Mollie recently relocated from Taree to Sydney, joining the powerful
Annabel Neasham/Rob Archibald team at Warwick Farm.
Another local - Taree conditioner Glen Milligantook the “gong” for leading trainer with 14 wins, while Port Macquarie based hoop Ben Looker took the leading jockey honours, riding 20 winners.
Chairman of the Manning Valley Race Club, Greg Coleman, was very proud that all three winners were based in the Mid North Coast.
“It is the first time in several years that we have had three winners (of the leading jockey, apprentice jockey and trainer) to come out of the MNCRA at once,” Mr Coleman said.
“It can be dominated by the major stables down south, like major riders Aaron Bullock and Andrew
Gibbons, and trainers Kris Lees and Paul Perry (from Newcastle), so it is a great result for the region.”
The Association’s 202324 Horse Of The Year went to five-year-old Fay’s Angels, another success for the Taree track, being prepared by local Karen Owen.
The brown mare raced 16 times around the State last season for four
including a TAB Highway race at Randwick, as well as having wins at Warwick Farm, on the Kensington track at Randwick, and at Taree.
Mr Coleman explained the criteria for the Horse Of The Year.
“A horse that is trained in the Association, but can race anywhere across the nation.”
Earning $244,250 last season, Fay’s Angels was also city placed twice, and at the provincials.
Students kick goals with Jets:LEARN
By Luke HADFIELD
OVER 1,000 students across the Mid North Coast swapped school shoes for football boots this term, participating in the Newcastle Jets’ highly popular Jets:LEARN program.
Delivered in partnership with Greater Bank, the program is inspiring students through footballbased activities designed to build life skills and boost confidence.
Lake Cathie Public School is one of the participating schools.
Spanning four weeks, Jets:LEARN aligns with the NSW Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education (PDHPE) syllabus, incorporating lessons in teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience alongside football drills.
The program also features exclusive video tutorials from Newcastle Jets players, bringing professional-level excitement directly to students.
Matt Starr, Customer
and Community General Manager at Newcastle Jets, highlighted the program's broader significance.
“Jets:LEARN is about more than football – it’s about inspiring students to stay active, work together, and believe in themselves,” Mr Starr said.
“It’s fantastic to see so many schools in the Mid North Coast getting involved and helping their students grow both on and off the field.”
The program, which has engaged over 13,000 students across New South Wales this year, is completely free for schools.
Participating institutions receive access to a comprehensive curriculum, video resources, and classroom support materials.
Emma Brokate, Chief Distribution Officer at Greater Bank, praised the initiative’s impact.
“This program seamlessly combines the joy of sport with life lessons that stay with students long after the final whistle,” Ms Brokate said.
“The
we’re
it happen.” Open to all primary
positive impact Jets:LEARN is having in classrooms across the Mid North Coast is inspiring, and
proud to partner with the Newcastle Jets to make
schools across New South Wales, Jets:LEARN continues to gain popularity as a program that not only keeps
kids active but also fosters personal growth in a fun and engaging way.
q Newcastle Jets players at one of their popular clinics.
q Priscilla Looker (standing in for her absent husband, Ben), Mollie Fitzgerald, and Glen Milligan at the presentation at the Taree races. Photo: Virginia Harvey.
q Star apprentice hoop Mollie Fitzerald returning aboard Zoubeauty after the win at Taree. Photo: Virginia Harvey.
q Taree conditioner Karen Owen, part-owner Carmel Hill from Sawtell, and presenter and Kempsey Race Club committee member Jim Shaw after Fay’s Angels took out the MNCRA Horse Of The Year 2023-24. Photo: Virginia Harvey.
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Kew Bowling Club
By Andrew RICHARDS
15th DECEMBER, 2024
In Wednesday Social Bowls
Bruce Gornall and Steve McGregor took out first prize. The Runners Up were Neil Dark and Greg Darcy. Voucher winners were Brad Conway, Greg Darcy, Steve McGregor, Viv Gunter, Rooster Darcy (to complete a Darcy double), and Keith (Tingles) Collins.
In the Friday Jackpot Triples, the jackpot wasn’t drawn, so it accumulates forward. The Rink Winners were Andrew Richards, Rod Quirk and Gary Hamilton. The Runners Up were Keith Collins, Steve McGregor and Mick Ashford. Voucher Winners were Andrew Richards, Mick Ashford, Ian Poole and Brad Conway.
Kew Country Club Men’s Veterans Golf
By Laurie HAMILTON
RESULTS 09/12/2024 Single
Stableford/Pink Ball Day
Sponsored by Camden Haven Tyre & Brake
58 Brave Starters
A Grade Winner – Greg Lee 36 Pts..
2nd – Chris Bowman 35 Pts.
3rd – Bob Younger 34 Pts.
B Grade winner- Steph Sweeney 37 Pts.
2nd – Alan Chappin 36 Pts.
3rd – Kevin Watts 34 Pts.
C Grade winner – Peter Johson34 Pts.
2nd – Kevin Anderson 33 Pts.
3rd – Tim Sherwin 32 Pts.
Ball Winners – Rod Gooey 34,
Laurieton Tennis Club
By Louise SMITH
WEDNESDAY Evening Tennis comp
results:
1st place: Tommy's team with Lisa, Pete and Blair (sub Jo) on 149 games.
2nd place: Ian's team with Mick, Ant and Betty (sub Katrina) on 148 games.
3rd place: Marty's team with Ryan, Lorrae and Marg on 146 games.
4th place: Miles' team with Jana,Paul and Rosemary (sub) on133 games.
Next comp due to start early February 2025.
In the final round of the Mens Division 4 Pennants, Kew managed to beat Park Beach on all rinks to take out all 10 points. Our other Kew side lost to Urunga nine points to one. Of special note was that Dean Gemmell, Andrew Richards and Adrian Hilton topped the Division Players Ladder with five wins from five games. Paul Cini came next with four wins from four games. Dean led his side very well, playing fantastic bowls across all five game, and surely must have been the player of the Pennants Season.
The boys returned from Guyra and by all reports had a fabulous time and behaved themselves exceptionally well (either that or they bribed the officials). Barrie Isaac and Stewy Rogan teamed up with the Guyra Ladies President to take out the Mixed Triples event. In the pairs, Gary Hamilton and Phil
Deon Lawrence 33, Ian Read 33, Rod Barnett 33, Dave Larcombe 33, Brian Johnston 32, Greg Armstrong 32, Phil Long 32, Keith Loney 31 & Bruce Forbes 31. Pink Ball Teams Event Winners – Greg Lee, Rod Barnett & Kevin Anderson 36 Pts.
Nearest to the pin Winners
9th Hole A Grade Dave Larcombe, B Grade John Brown, C Grade Dave Raeburn.
10th Hole A Grade Phil Long, B Grade Rod Barnett, C Grade. Peter Johnson.
12th Hole A Grade Dave Larcombe, B Grade Keith Jackson, C Grade Tim Sherwin
18th Hole Eggs Winner Greg Lee.
Results 16/12/2024 Single Stableford
Sponsored by Local Lawyer & Conveyancer
Collins finished with 5 wins from 5 games to progress to the semis, but they lost to a very strong team who went on to win the event. Overall, the lads did well, but more importantly had a great time. Once again, Chicka’s ability to put up a tent was an epic failure, but his efforts were most entertaining to everyone watching . He gave up on the last night and slept in his car. Rumour has it, he’s booked a cabin for next year .
Don’t forget our Christmas Party Saturday night (21st December) which starts at 6pm. Treasurer Tony has loosened the purse strings to provide drinks vouchers for all members, so its sure to be a merry time.
Bowls this week is limited to Wednesday. As usual, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).
85 Starters
A Grade winner – Rob Russell
41 Pts.
2nd – Gary King 38 Pts.
3rd –Steph Sweeney 37 Pts.
B Grade winner- John Brown
39 Pts.
2nd – Bill Syles 37 Pts.
3rd – Rod Gooey 36 Pts.C
Grade winner – Terry Morrissey 42 Pts.
2nd – Ted Fargas 39 Pts.
3rd – Keith Loney 38 Pts.
D Grade winner– Peter Johnson 41 Pts. C/B.
2nd – Jim Henry 41 Pts.
3rd – Robert Russell 39 Pts.
Ball Winners Laurie Hamilton 39, Dennis Roth 37, Gavan Grayston 37, Rob Spring 36, Charlie Hartshorne 36, Graeme Kightley 36, Rod Gooey 36, Neil Dark 36, Zeljko Milakovic 35 C/B.
Skill development
together as well as practice their tennis skills.
“I like learning how to hit the STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 28
importance of exposing junior players to a variety of venues and opponents.
“It's very important for junior tennis players and their development that they experience diversity,” said Quinn.
“Competitions such as the Evoke Tennis Finals exposed participants to both a variety of venues and players, increasing their opportunities for skill development.
“Ideally, I would love to see other tennis clubs throughout
the Hastings and Port Macquarie area join these events as players can become very complacent when only competing against the same opponents.”
Shari Massey, mum to 10-yearold Daisy, shared her positive experiences of her daughter’s involvement in tennis.
“Not only is Daisy learning a lifelong skill but she has grown in confidence since joining Laurieton Tennis Club at the beginning of the year,” Shari said.
Daisy and her best friend Samantha said they like playing in competitions as it provides them with an opportunity to spend time
KCC Men’s Golf Report
By Danny LLOYD
LAST Thursday KCC men teed off in a Stableford, sponsored by Local Lawyer.
In singles, A grade, Ben Morgan (37) started the back 9 with 3 birdies, then parred in, which was enough to beat Greg Lee on countback.
In B grade Greg Piercy cleaned up with 41. C grade went to Albert Cunnington on 37 pts. I reckon Jimmy just about beat his age with that score (somewhere in the 90’s).
In the 2B multiplier, John Simon
and Wayne Moir were best with 76.
Simon Hancox added to his KCS Cup winnings with the 9th NTP for $106.
As I mentioned, last week the Kew Corner Store Cup was finalised with Simon Hancox (in a thriller) holding off Ben Morgan and Wayne Fuller by a single shot.
Saturday was our first major for the new season and Bryan Yewdall stunned everyone winning the scratch (71) and A grade nett (64).
Glen O’Brien bested B grade (81/67) and James May took out C grade (89/65).
And the legendary leftie Leslie Kuhn took the NTP 9th hole jackpot $95.
.NEAREST THE PIN 9th Hole A Grade Geoff
Mascord, B Grade Kevin Brennan, C Grade Gavan Grayston 10th Hole A Grade Rob Spring, B Grade Keith Loney C Grade Howard Hughes. 12th Hole A Grade Wayne
Fuller, B Grade Rob Craig, C Grade Howard Hughes
By Laurie HAMILTON
28.11.24 STABLEFORD
Winner Kevin Anderson 30 c/b
ball better, especially getting it over the net,” said Samantha.
“When I win a volley I feel
proud of myself.”
“So do I,” said Daisy.
q Kew Corner Store’s Staffan Andler presents a happy Simon Hancox with the winner’s cheque for the 2024 KCS cup.
North Haven Bowls Golf Club
q Lisa, Tommy, Lorrae, Jo and Pete.
q Lisa, Pete, Tommy and Jo.
q Tennis coach Quinn Sylow (far right) with some of the junior players who participated in the Evoke Tennis End Of Year Finals.
q Lachlan from Laurieton Tennis Club in an intense rally with his opponent.
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NBN, 7pm
Now in its fifth year, this holiday concert is becoming a Christmas tradition. Australian music royalty Delta Goodrem (pictured) returns with a blend of highlights from past Christmas specials and new performances. This year, Delta and her musically talented friends are ringing in the season in Hollywood, with Josh Groban, “Kid at Christmas” crooners Calum Scott and Christina Perri, Howie from the Backstreet Boys, Men at Work’s Colin Hay, chef Curtis Stone and Aussie DJ Fisher just some of the stars taking to the stage.
FRIDAY, December 20
TV (2)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 10.25 I
MONDAY
CHRISTMAS AT GRACELAND
SBS, 7.35pm
Produced by Elvis Presley’s granddaughter, Riley Keough, Christmas at Graceland celebrates the festive season at the singer’s famed family home. Big-name music stars are joining the fun, performing Christmas songs and Elvis classics in locations throughout the home and grounds: from the “jungle room” to the pool and “chapel in the woods”. Performers include Alanis Morrisette, Rey, Post Malone (pictured), John Kacey Musgraves and Lainey
This special also includes neverbefore-seen home movies of Elvis and his family, while some iconic friends of the King of Rock’n’Roll share their memories of Christmas at Graceland –his favourite time of year.
TUESDAY
A BOY CALLED
CHRISTMAS
ABC TV, 8.05pm
In comparison to the lighter Christmas fare that rolls around
A Boy
Called Christmas is unafraid to embrace darker elements, while still retaining the necessary spirit of the season. In this original story, a boy named Nikolas (Henry Lawfull, pictured) sets out on a quest to the snowy north to find his father, and encounters extraordinary adventures along the way with the help of a reindeer and a pet mouse. Featuring a fabulous cast, including the late, great icon of British cinema, Maggie Smith, as well as a positive message, this is a movie sure to ignite some festive Christmas cheer.
6.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. Alice Zaslavsky is joined by Andrea Lam.
6.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 A (Very) Musical Christmas.
9.00 The Yearly With Charlie Pickering. (R) A look back at 2024.
10.00 Neighbours Does Hard Quiz. (Final, PG, R)
10.30 The Cleaner. (Ml, R)
11.30 Grand Designs: House Of The Year: Hard To Build Houses. (R)
12.20 Rage Best New Releases 2024. (MA15+adhnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Every Family Has A Secret. (PGa, R)
8.35 Marlon Brando In Paradise.
9.35 Kennedy. (Final, PG)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 De Gaulle. (Premiere, Ma)
11.55 Kin. (MA15+dlv, R)
1.55 Miniseries: Too Close. (Madls, R)
2.50 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PGa, R)
3.55 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Juliet Love revamps a cluttered laundry.
8.30 MOVIE: Jaws. (1975, Mlv, R) A police chief, a game fisherman and a marine biologist set out to hunt down a giant killer shark that is terrorising beachgoers in a small seaside community, despite a lack of support from the local mayor. Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, Robert Shaw.
11.00 MOVIE: Underwater. (2020, Mlv, R)
1.00 Taken. (Mav, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Find My Beach House Australia. Hosted by Shelley Craft.
8.30 MOVIE: Jingle All The Way. (1996, PGv, R) A man searches for a Christmas present. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad.
10.15 MOVIE: Parenthood. (1989, Mas, R) Steve Martin.
12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 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 Summer. (PG, R)
Adventures. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.50 Robot Wars. 9.50 Doctor Who. 10.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.30 MOVIE: LOL Surprise: The Skate Dance Movie. (2024) 7.30 Children’s Programs. Noon Hart Of Dixie. 2.00 I Dream Of Jeannie. 2.30 Bewitched. 3.00 The
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Celebrity guests include Demi Moore. 8.40 MOVIE: Daddy’s Home 2. (2017, PGals, R) Two men plan to have the perfect Christmas, but when their fathers arrive, their holiday is turned into chaos. Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 The Project. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
(34) 7MATE (64) SBS MOVIES (32)
9GO! (83) 6am The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 7.55 Heidi. (2015, PG, German) 10.00 Long Story Short. (2021, M) 11.45 The Nugget. (2002, M) 1.35pm Lara. (2019, PG, German) 3.25 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 4.45 Walking On Sunshine. (2014, PG) 6.35 Go! (2020) 8.30 Priscilla Queen Of The Desert. (1994, M) 10.25 Sleeping Beauty. (2011, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.
6.00
SATURDAY, December 21
6.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Bernard Fanning. (PG, R)
(MA15+adhlnsv)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Peter Rabbit. 5.45 Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 6.45 Fireman Sam. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Wallace And Gromit: A Matter Of Loaf And Death. 8.00 The Crystal Maze. 8.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Speechless. 9.50 Officially Amazing. 10.20 Teen Titans Go! 10.45 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland. (PGn)
8.30 Christmas At Longleat. 9.25 Tis The Season: The Holidays On Screen. (Mal, R) 10.55 Great Australian Railway Journeys. (R) 12.05 Miniseries: The Dark Heart. (Mal, R)
2.40 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 3.30 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 4.20 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. The team counts down to Carols In The Domain with a Christmas camping celebration. 8.00 Carols In The Domain. (PG) Coverage of Carols In The Domain from Sydney. Featuring The Wiggles, Samantha Jade and many others. 10.30 NSW Schools Spectacular. (PG, R) Featuring dance and musical performances. 1.00 Taken. (Mav, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Central Intelligence. (2016, Mlsv, R) Dwayne Johnson. 9.40 MOVIE: Vacation. (2015, MA15+ln, R) Ed Helms. 11.35 MOVIE: The Dunes. (2021, MA15+alsv, R)
1.10 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGs, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.00 Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts. (R) Jamie Oliver transforms leftovers. 7.00 The Dog House. (PGa, R) The team makes a doggy Christmas dinner. 9.00 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. (PGm) A five-year-old dachshund has become very unsteady on its back legs and requires surgery. 10.00 Ambulance Australia. (Maln, R) A crash results in a broken leg, but paramedics fear the patient may also have spinal cord injuries. 11.00 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) It is a busy shift for the ambulance service. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
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SUNDAY, December 22
Muster Dogs: Where Are They Now. (Final)
Miniseries: Douglas Is Cancelled. (Final, Ml) 8.45 Love Me. (MA15+s) 9.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. (Ma, R) 12.45 New Leash On Life. (R) 1.10 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.05 Australia Remastered: Forces Of Nature. (R)
4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through North Wales. (Final, PG, R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 3.15pm Wiggle. 3.30 A Very Play School Christmas. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.35 Little J And Big Cuz. 4.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.00 Peppa Pig. 5.10 Thomas. 6.10 Kiri And Lou. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Stick Man. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: Paddington. (2014) 9.00 A (Very) Musical Christmas. 10.30 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs.
6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Escape To The Country. Noon The Yorkshire Vet. 1.00
6am Go! (2020)
7.55 Fantastic Mr. Fox. (2009, PG) 9.30 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 10.50 Nowhere Boy. (2009, M) 12.40pm The Comeback Trail. (2020, M) 2.35 Bride And Prejudice. (2004, PG) 4.40 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 6.55 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 8.30 Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 10.45 Nymphomaniac: Vol 1. (2013, MA15+) 12.55am Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Tsunami 2004: The Day The Wave Hit. (Ma)
9.20 Jonathan Ross’ Myths And Legends. (PGa, R) 10.15 Curse Of The Ancients. (Mav, R) 11.05 Napoleon: In The Name Of Art. (Mans, R)
1.00 Rise Of The Nazis: Dictators At War. (Mav, R)
2.10 Love Your Garden. (R) 3.05 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.00 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.30 Bamay. (PG, R)
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That Built The World. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter. 10.20 Hudson & Rex. Midnight The X-Files. 2.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera Newshour. 6am WorldWatch. 9.30
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 9. Brisbane Heat v Adelaide Strikers.
10.30 Big Bash League Post-Game. Post-match coverage of the game. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. (R) A look at tactics scammers use.
12.00 Miniseries: Patrick Melrose. (Final, MA15+a, R) Patrick confronts his resentment.
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.
The Engineering That Built The World. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Christopher Reeve, The Eternal Superman. 9.40 WWE Legends. 11.15 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 7.25 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 9.00 Walking On Sunshine. (2014, PG) 10.50 Priscilla Queen Of The Desert. (1994, M) 12.45pm We Might As Well Be Dead. (2022, M, German) 2.35 Go! (2020) 4.30 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 6.20 Little Women. (1994, PG) 8.30 Force Of Destiny. (2015, MA15+) 10.30 The Woodcutter Story. (2022, MA15+, Finnish) 12.25am Late Programs.
5.30 Sunrise.
Children’s Programs. 1.30pm MOVIE: Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back – Evolution. (2019, PG) 3.30 MOVIE: Pokémon The Movie: Secrets Of The Jungle. (2020, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: Tom & Jerry. (2021) 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1. (2010, M) 10.20 MOVIE: The
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Christmas With Delta. A Christmas concert with Delta Goodrem.
9.00 MOVIE: The Holiday. (2006, Mls, R) Two women who live on opposite sides of the Atlantic impulsively switch homes for Christmas. Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law. 11.40 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Mv) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program.
4.30 GolfBarons. (PG, R)
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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MONDAY, December 23
Australia: Christmas Family Special 2017. (R) 5.30 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.15pm Supertato. 5.20 PJ Masks Power Heroes.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Christmas At Graceland.
8.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas.
10.10 How To Make It In Comedy. (MA15+l, R)
11.05 Dead Mountain: The Dyatlov Pass Incident. (MA15+av)
1.10 Wisting. (Malv, R)
2.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PGa, R)
3.05 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
3.55 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PGav, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Special. 1.50 Derry Girls. 2.50 Munchies Guide To Berlin. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.50 Joy Of Painting. 6.20 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnBelievable With Dan Aykroyd. 9.20 Stacey Dooley: Inside The Convent. 10.30 Late Programs.
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6am Little
Women. Continued. (1994, PG) 7.10 Bride And Prejudice. (2004, PG) 9.15 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 11.30 Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 1.45pm Selkie. (2000, PG) 3.25 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 5.00 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 6.50 Thunderbirds Are GO. (1966, PG) 8.30 I Love You Too. (2010) 10.30 Destination Wedding. (2018, M) 12.05am Late Programs.
TUESDAY, December 24
6.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice.
6.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC National News.
7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction Christmas Special. (PG) 8.05 MOVIE: A Boy Called Christmas. (2021, PG) 9.45 Believing In Australia. (Mns, R) 11.30 Ithaka: A Fight To Free Julian Assange. (Final, Mlv, R) 12.30 Keep On Dancing. (Final, R) 1.35 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (R) 2.25 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.35 Rage Closer. (R) 3.40 Christmas In Australia With Christine Anu. (R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 A Bite To Eat. (R)
6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Celebrity Mastermind. 3.10pm WorldWatch. 5.40 Joy Of Painting. 6.10 Travel Man: Jon Hamm In Hong Kong. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The UnXplained Mysteries Of The Universe. 9.20 Hoarders. 10.55 Two Weeks To Live. 11.55 Letterkenny. 12.25am Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 2.15 Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia. 3.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
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6am
Thunderbirds Are GO. (1966, PG) 7.40 Selkie. (2000, PG) 9.20 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 11.10 Breathless. (1960, M, French) 12.50pm Cousins. (2021, M) 2.40 Little Women. (1994, PG) 4.50 Walk With Me. (2017, PG) 6.35 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 8.30 Phar Lap. (1983) 10.40 My Old Lady. (2014, M) 12.40am Birds Of Passage. (2018, MA15+, Spanish) 3.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 10. Melbourne Renegades v Perth Scorchers. From Marvel Stadium, Melbourne.
10.30 Big Bash League Post-Game. Post-match coverage of the game.
11.00 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav) A murderer is on the loose.
12.00 Satisfaction. (MA15+ads, R) Neil and Simon start a business together.
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Ml, R)
8.30 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. (MA15+alv, R)
9.30 Miniseries: Love Rat. (Premiere, PGal)
11.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 Drive TV. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 7NEWS: Special.
7.30 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (PG, R) A show of military precision, entertainment, massed pipes and drum performances from Scotland.
9.30 MOVIE: Groundhog Day. (1993, PGal, R) A cynical TV weatherman finds himself living the same day over and over again. Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott. 11.40 ABBA Vs Queen. (PGa, R) 12.40 Satisfaction. (MA15+ads, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PGal, R)
6.00 NBN News.
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WEDNESDAY, December 25
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum. 2.05 Tradfest: The Dublin Castle Sessions. 2.35 Such Was Life. 2.45 Plat Du Tour. 2.55 The Cook Up. 3.25 Lapland: The Ultimate Winter Wonderland. 4.15 Copenhagen: Europe’s Greatest Christmas Market. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 No Hamburg, No Beatles. (Mdns)
8.30 Rock Legends: ABBA. (R)
9.30 The Night Manager. (R)
10.35 Paul Newman: Always On The Move. (Malv, R)
11.35 Maxima. (Mav)
12.35 Pagan Peak. (MA15+a)
3.20 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PG, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Carols In The Domain. (PG, R) 9.30 Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant. (PG) 10.30 Mayor’s Christmas Carols. (PG) 11.30 St John Ambulance Carols By Candlelight. (PG, R) 2.00 Christmas With The Salvos. (PG, R) 2.30 MOVIE: A Christmas Number One. (2021, PGalsv, R) 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Simon Reeve.
7.30 MOVIE: Love Actually. (2003, Mlns, R) Explores a series of interlocking vignettes about love and romance in Britain in the weeks before Christmas. Hugh Grant, Alan Rickman, Keira Knightley. 10.15 MOVIE: Last Christmas. (2019, PGals, R) An aspiring singer gains a new perspective. Emilia Clarke.
12.30 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. 8.00 Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols. 10.00 CMA Country Christmas. 11.00
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. (1989, Ml, R)
9.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Vacation. (1983, Mdl, R) Chevy Chase.
11.30 The King’s Christmas Message.
11.40 MOVIE: The Jazz Singer. (1980, G, R)
1.35 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 MOVIE: School Of Rock. (2003, PGl, R) A down-and-out rock guitarist takes a job as a substitute teacher at a prestigious primary school. Jack Black, Joan Cusack, Mike White. 8.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 13. Sydney Kings v Illawarra Hawks. From Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney. 10.30 MOVIE: The Truman Show. (1998, PGla, R) A man is unaware his life is on TV. Jim Carrey, Laura Linney. 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.
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6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Kangaroo Beach. 6.15 Bluey. 6.30 Thomas And Friends. 6.40 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.00 Fireman Sam. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 MOVIE: Scoob! (2020, PG) 9.10 Wallace And Gromit: A Matter Of Loaf And Death. 9.40 Wallace And Gromit: A Grand Day Out. 10.00 Horrible Histories. 10.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.55 Late Programs.
THURSDAY,
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6am Walk With Me. Continued. (2017, PG) 6.45 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 8.40 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 10.30 Destination Wedding. (2018, M) 12.05pm I Love You Too. (2010) 2.05 Thunderbirds Are GO. (1966, PG) 3.45 Phar Lap. (1983) 5.55 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. (1968, PG) 8.30 Heartbreak Kid. (1993) 10.20 The Way Way Back. (2013, M) 12.15am Late Programs.
December 26
6.00 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds. (R) 7.00 News. 9.00 News Breakfast Late. 9.30 Pilgrimage: The Road To The Scottish Isles. (PG, R) 10.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 11.00 Tracy: A Force Of Nature. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.55 The Royal Variety Performance. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 4.55pm Bluey. 5.00 Peppa Pig. 5.10 Kangaroo Beach. 5.35 Peter Rabbit. 5.45 Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Zog. 6.55 Zog And The Flying Doctors. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 MOVIE: Pokémon Detective Pikachu. (2019, PG) 9.20 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.00 Doctor Who. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.05 Destination Flavour: Singapore. 9.20 For The Love Of Dogs Xmas. 10.15 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals. 11.10 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Tradfest: Dublin Castle Sessions. 2.30 Language Of Light. 3.00 French Atlantic. 3.30 Cook Up. 4.00 The Lakes. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)
8.30 The Emerald Isles With Ardal O’Hanlon. (PGa, R)
9.30 Daddy Issues. (Mls)
10.30 Billy Joel: Live At Yankee Stadium. (PG, R)
12.05 DNA. (Mav) 1.00 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. (Mlnv, R)
1.55 Miniseries: The Night Logan Woke Up. (MA15+dv, R) 4.10 Make Me A Dealer. (R) 5.00
NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Celebrity Mastermind. 3.25pm Bamay. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.40 Joy Of Painting. 6.10 Travel Man: Rebel Wilson In Florence. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: The Running Man. (1987, MA15+) 10.20 MOVIE: Constantine. (2005, MA15+) 12.30am Letterkenny. 1.55 The Dangerous Rise Of Andrew Tate. 2.50 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 10.30 Food Lover’s Guide. 12.05pm WorldWatch. 12.35 Derry Girls. 2.05 Who Gets To Stay In Australia? 3.10 Preserving Taste. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Joy Of Painting. 6.10 Travel Man: 96 Hours In Jordan. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Holy Marvels With Dennis Quaid. 10.05 Cars That Built The World. 10.55 Question Team. 11.45 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Courted. Continued. (2015, PG, French) 6.50 Arthur And The Two Worlds War. (2010, PG) 8.45 Phar Lap. (1983) 10.55 My Old Lady. (2014, M) 12.55pm Heartbreak Kid. (1993) 2.45 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 4.40 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017, PG) 6.40 Mia And The White Lion. (2018, PG) 8.30 The Daughter. (2015, M) 10.20 Adoration. (2013, MA15+) 12.25am Late Programs.
6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million
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6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Storage Wars.
6am Children’s Programs. 12.45pm MOVIE: Alice-Miranda: A Royal Christmas Ball. (2021, C) 2.15 MOVIE: Penguins Of Madagascar. (2014) 4.00 The Nanny: Oy To The World. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: A Savage Christmas. (2023, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Christmess. (2023, M) 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. Fourth Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Morning session. 12.30 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. Fourth Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Afternoon session. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. Fourth Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Late afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 11. Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Stars.
9.10 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 12. Perth Scorchers v Brisbane Heat. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 12.30 Criminal Confessions: The Worst Betrayal. (MA15+av, R) A missing woman is discovered murdered in the backyard of her family home.
1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Great Getaways. (PG) 8.30 Cyclone
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6am Children’s Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: In The Heights. (2021, PG) 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Vow. (2012, PG)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 Dog House Australia: Tails Of Redemption. (PGa, R) Revisits some of the people from the show. 7.30 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible – Fallout. (2018, Mlv, R) A secret agent’s mission goes wrong. Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill. 10.25 MOVIE: The Incredible
By Kim AMBROSE
THE Evoke Tennis End Of Year Finals showcased juniors from across the Mid North Coast at the Laurieton tennis courts on Sunday, 8 December.
The event provided junior tennis players with a platform to hone their skills through a non-elimination competition, emphasising player development over winning.
During matches specific modifications were implemented, including adjustments to both the court size and equipment used.
These measures ensure that matchplay is based on the player’s level, creating
experiences that are both attainable and enjoyable for all players.
The tournament attracted over 30 junior players from the Laurieton and Kempsey tennis clubs.
Participants could take part at two levels - the Red Ball Space and Orange Ball Space.
The Red Ball Space is a beginner level, providing a foundation for players before they move into the Orange Ball Space
At the Orange Ball level players use decompressed tennis balls, supporting greater skill refinement and technique.
Event organiser and Laurieton tennis coach Quinn Sylow highlighted the
Skill development
q Daisy and Samantha at the Evoke Tennis End Of Year Finals.
