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Fernmount lifesaver wins at World Champs
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manikin carry with fins,
Teaming up with three other club members, Peter also won a silver medal in the 4 x 50m 230 years+ obstacle relay.
The veteran lifesaver said the highlight was competing against a legend of the sport.
“I was absolutely over the moon with my results, and the two things that impressed me
were in the obstacle race and manikin tow,” he said.
“In the obstacle race I came second to Joel Gitelson from the USA, who has been a multiple world champion.
“I was able to really push him and he broke a world record, and after the race he came up to me and thanked me for pushing him, and he presented me with his Los Angeles County Lifeguards shirt.
“The second thing was the 100m manikin tow, and I was leading Joel until the last couple of strokes and he only just beat me.
“What almost brought a tear to my eye was when I walked back to my Kurrawa teammates, and they stood up and applauded me.
“It’s something I’ve never experienced before, and it was a very genuine applause for the effort I had put in.”
Pedestrian bridge to span eight highway lanes
A NEW pedestrian bridge to cross the equivalent of eight lanes of highway in Coffs Harbour is starting to take shape.
The new bridge, on the northern approaches to the city, is part of the Coffs Harbour bypass project and will replace the existing Luke Bowen pedestrian bridge.
It too will carry the Luke Bowen name in honour of the local Korora Public School student.
A Transport for NSW spokesperson said
the new bridge would accommodate four lanes for the Pacific Highway and two lanes each for two local roads being built to the east and west of the highway.
“This bridge will provide safe access for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the highway and will link directly with a new bus interchange being built just south of Kororo Public School,” the spokesperson said.
“It will be the first part of the bypass to be fully operational for its ultimate use, and is
expected to open early next year.”
The only steel truss bridge being built for the bypass, it has been designed to look like a sculpture, with mesh panels providing safety and a view across all lanes of the highway.
To accommodate work on the approach spans, changed traffic arrangements will be in place from Friday 4 October to Sunday 20 October.
Work on the approach spans has started on the eastern and western sides of the highway, with the main span crossing the highway to be lifted into place toward the middle of next month.
q Work on the approach spans has started on the eastern and western sides of the highway, with the main span crossing the highway to be lifted into place toward the middle of next month.
Intersection improvement funding
new traffic signals, at the intersection of Harbour Drive and Hardacre Street, Coffs Harbour.
The funding is part of $45 million going to 23 council-nominated road safety projects
across regional NSW.
“Even though regional NSW only makes up a third of the NSW population, sadly two thirds of deaths on our roads happen on country roads,” Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said.
“The Minns Labor Government has provided more than half of funding for these council projects to regional councils.”
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at Sapphire.
One of the residents against the proposal, Joshua Keating, welcomed what he said was a commonsense decision.
“They’ve backed down now and are going to delay the bridgework until the Coffs Harbour Bypass Project builds a temporary access road about 250 metres north of the existing point,” Mr Keating said.
He said community protests about the proposal had been “all about safety”, with residents concerned about single lane sections, sharp blind corners, steep drop-offs and poor road surface maintenance on Old Coast Road.
They also feared for the safety of schoolchildren and other pedestrians “who already navigate a rural road with no footpath and barely a verge to walk on”.
Mr Keating said many residents believed the situation resulted from a breakdown in communication between the council and the NSW Government, who he said should be focussed on coordinating works and collaborating wherever possible.
“A lot of people were just
appalled at the proposal.”
A City of Coffs Harbour spokesperson said the council’s project team “has continued to work with the Coffs Harbour Bypass team and contractors to reprogram the scheduled works to replace the wooden bridge on Old Coast Road to minimise access disruptions”.
“This has now been achieved with bridge replacement work scheduled to start after the Coffs Harbour Bypass southern diversion of Old Coast Road to the Pacific
Highway is complete, which is expected by the end of October.
“The bridge replacement works are now expected to be completed in April/May 2025.”
The spokesperson said a small drop-off/pickup parking area at the intersection of Old Coast Road and Korora Basin Road, as well as pedestrian access across Pine Brush Creek, would be maintained for the duration of the works.
More information on City of Coffs Harbour scheduled works is available at coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/ scheduledworks
q City of Coffs Harbour has delayed bridge works on Old Coast Road.
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Alleged killer extradited on domestic murder charge
By Nyk CARNSEW, AAP
A MAN has been extradited from Queensland and charged with murder nearly a week after a woman was found seriously injured at a Coffs Harbour home.
Police were called to a property at Ocean Parade last Wednesday evening after receiving a concernfor welfare call.
Officers found a
58-year-old woman with severe facial injuries at the home.
She was taken to Coffs Harbour Base Hospital for treatment, but she died on Monday.
Investigators were told a 30-year-old man had been at the Coffs Harbour property, but he left before police arrived at the scene.
He was arrested on Sunday by Queensland police in Park Ridge, south of
Brisbane, on outstanding NSW warrants.
The man appeared at Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday and was extradited to NSW, where he was charged with domestic violence-related murder.
He was refused bail and is due to appear at Tweed Heads Local Court on Tuesday.
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Residents protest against the proposed demolition of a wooden bridge on Old Coast Road before suitable highway access is constructed.
Water quality testing
BELLINGEN Shire Council
has begun its third year of water quality testing under the NSW Government’s Beachwatch Program.
The Beachwatch program provides high-quality data and information on water quality at the Shire’s most popular recreational water sites.
This data provides weekly updates on water safety for the community throughout the summer season and contributes
toward Council’s ability to develop predictive water quality models into the future.
Water samples are collected weekly from seven locations across the Shire from 23 September to 28 April 2025.
Samples are collected from:
• Never Never River
– Arthur Keoughs Reserve
• Bellinger River –Lavenders Bridge
• Bellinger River –
Mylestom Tidal Pool
• North Beach – At Surf Club
• Urunga Lagoon –Urunga Lido
• Hungry Head Beach
– At Surf Club
• Dalhousie Creek –At Surf Club
The testing focuses on Enterococcus bacteria, an indicator of faecal contamination.
Elevated levels of Enterococcus in water samples may increase
the risk of illness for recreational water users due to pollutants.
Council also collects additional data such as water temperature, electrical conductivity, and undertakes observations at the Shire’s most popular recreational water sites.
Following laboratory analysis, the water quality results will be rated and published on the Beachwatch website.
Users can easily search for the test sites within the Shire to access the latest results at beachwatch.nsw.
Young man charged with murder
A MAN has been charged with murder following an alleged assault in Coffs Harbour last month.
About 4.15am on Thursday 26 September 2024, emergency services were called to Kurrajong Street, Coffs Harbour, following reports of an assault.
Officers attached to Coffs/Clarence Police District attended and found 41-year-old man Warren West suffering injuries to his upper body.
The man was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Coffs Harbour Hospital, where
gov.au alongside the results of other Council regions participating in the program.
Additionally, QR codes linking to the latest results have been installed at each testing site, empowering the community to make informed decisions about their recreational water use.
In cases of poor water
he later died. An investigation into the incident commenced under Strike Force Sandbach, with assistance of State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad, Mid North Coast Police District and Richmond Police District.
Following extensive inquiries, police arrested 24-year-old man Tristan James Rowland on Azalea Avenue, Coffs Harbour, about 4.20pm on Thursday, 3 October 2024. He was taken to Coffs Harbour Police Station where he was charged with murder.
Facing court in Coffs Harbour last Friday, he was refused bail and will reappear in mid-December.
quality, Council will update the Beachwatch and Council websites within 72 hours of sample collection, followed by ongoing re-sampling until the site’s water quality improves.
In some cases, alternative locations may be tested to identify the source of pollution.
3G is switching off
Upgrade your phone and devices now
From Monday 28 October, Australia‘s 3G networks will be switched off.
All phones and devices that rely on 3G, and some older 4G devices, such as EFTPOS machines, medical alarms, personal emergency response devices, smart watches and tablets will no longer work. This means you won’t be able to make or receive calls or texts or call Triple Zero (000).
To check if you’re impacted text ‘ 3’ to ‘3498’ or contact your mobile service provider.
To learn more visit infrastructure.gov.au and search ‘3G switch off ’
q Water samples are collected weekly from seven locations across the Shire from 23 September to 28 April 2025.
‘Bingo’ to inspire future students
By Andrea FERRARI
‘BINGO’ is a solo exhibition presented by local visual artist Janet Besançon in conjunction with the Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC).
A graduate of TAFE, where she gained a Diploma of Visual Art, Janet not only values the technical skills she learned at CHEC but also being able to establish a network of Coffs Harbour creatives.
Her latest exhibition, ‘Bingo’, aims to bring her experience studying at CHEC full circle while also encouraging other prospective students to study and take up careers within creative industries.
“I think artists are the witnesses of our society,”
Janet told News Of The Area.
“In a world of violence against beliefs, the earth, and differences, creative expression is an excellent way
to build bridges and bring awareness to current issues.
“I believe ‘more artists, less wars’.”
At the exhibition's public opening night on Thursday, 17 October, at the CHEC library, Janet will auction her work.
“I will donate a portion of the proceeds to Lifeline as I really appreciate their involvement in our community and I will also donate to an association called Singlish which helps refugees out of trauma and improves their English through singing,” she said.
Janet’s decision to call the exhibition “Bingo” was inspired by a recent visit to her homeland.
“I have just arrived back from France where I visited numerous exhibitions and art collections.
“It was incredibly inspiring.
“As an artist you often have the complex of the
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imposter, even after years of hard work and many successful exhibitions.
“Bingo is like selfaffirmation, it is a time for me
to feel legitimate.”
Janet’s artworks can be considered decorative, but the artist says they have a deeper meaning.
Reduced speed limits
REDUCED speed limits have been introduced on roads in Korora, Woolgoolga and Boambee.
Transport for NSW recently initiated a review of the speed limits on Old Coast Road at Korora and Newmans Road at Woolgoolga after requests from City of Coffs Harbour Council, following housing growth in both locations.
The speed limit on Old Coast Road at Korora will be reduced from 100km/h to 50km/h from Jordans Way to the Pacific Highway, adding up to 54 seconds in travel time, while the 60km/h speed limit on Newmans Road at Woolgoolga will be reduced to 50km/h for
about 550 metres, adding a few seconds to travel time. There have been no fatalities on these roads in the past five years of reported crash data.
Following a resident’s request for a speed zone review, the existing 70km/h speed limit on the full 3.5 kilometre length of South Boambee Road at Boambee will be reduced to 60km/h, which will add about 30 seconds to travel times.
Installation of the new speed zone signage will start in coming weeks and will be carried out on Old Coast Road, Newmans Road, Gresham Drive and Wolstenholme Court.
Largely abstract, they have been created by mixing French pigments with pigments from Gumbaynggirr land, collected with the permission of Gumbaynggirr elders.
“By mixing pigments from different countries, I speak about the feeling that every emigrant has of being proud to raise their children in a new country and of building a new life, all while remembering the country of their childhood with nostalgia.”
The iconography of small, interconnected circles that resemble lace are distinctive of her works and are used to represent human and life connections.
The exhibition is also part of an ongoing relationship between Janet and Claire Kinder, a talented young art writer and curator, who will work with Janet on presenting the artworks.
While her creations are about, “healing, connections, the gaps, about the respect of the land, about frontiers separation, about the painful history of colonisation,” she says she makes sure not to take herself too seriously.
“Bingo is such a funny name for an exhibition. When I go bush to collect pigments and I finally find the colour I need, it is a huge bingo moment.”
“Bingo” will hang in the CHEC library for a few weeks.
Once it closes Janet will take her work to other rural and major cities within Australia and France where her work, inspired by the people, community and Gumbaynggirr land, will continue to spread messages of unity and hope.
Janet Besançon hopes that ‘Bingo’ will inspire more graduates to enter creative industries.
q Examples of work by Coffs Coast visual artist Janet Besançon.
COFFS
Standing together for breast cancer
By Andrea FERRARI
TO mark Breast Cancer Awareness month this October local breast cancer survivor paddling club, Dragons Abreast Coffs Coast, is holding a Field of Women event.
It is a visual display of pink lady and blue men silhouettes symbolising the over
20,000 Australians diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
White lady silhouettes will symbolise the more than 3000 women and 33 men who will die from the disease in that time.
Staged all over the country, these displays are an initiative of Lyn Swinburne AO, founder of the Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).
She describes it as a demonstration of sisterhood, understanding, and the strength that women give to each other.
Locally, it takes place at the Harbourside Markets at Coffs Harbour Jetty on Sunday, 13 October, starting at 8am.
Coffs’ Dragons Abreast Club Coordinator Wendy Bennetts, invites all to come along to the market event to pay tribute to someone they know (or those they don’t know) who have had breast cancer.
“The BCNA have held regular Field of Women events since 1998,” Wendy told News Of The Area.
“Last year at the Melbourne Cricket Ground the event had thousands of participants.
“Ours will be a ‘mini’ event but just as important and meaningful.”
The Dragons Abreast Club’s Pink Field will be located near the stage at the markets.
“We will have our majestic dragon boat on site, our bright pink marquee and our members dressed in our pink club uniform,” Wendy said.
“As the day progresses, we hope to be surrounded by a field of bright pink lady silhouettes planted in the ground.”
People are invited to attach their own personal message to a silhouette in support, memory or celebration, and plant it in the ground.
“We will invite people to give a gold coin donation and money raised will go to the BCNA to further the charity’s important work in the breast cancer field.”
Dragons Abreast Coffs Coast’s members hold regular paddling sessions on the rivers around Coffs Harbour to maintain good health, fitness and enjoy friendship and camaraderie.
Members will be on site at the Field of Women and happy to chat about their club and its activities.
Breast cancer awareness month is held as a reminder to all women and men alike to be vigilant and regularly check their breasts for lumps.
q Coffs’ Dragons Abreast Club is holding a Field of Women event at the Harbourside Markets.
Car club fires up for 50-year celebrations
By Mike HELY
THE Coffs Harbour Veteran Vintage and Classic Car Club (CHVVCC) will celebrate its 50th year by hosting the 2024 “Great Eastland Hub Rally” in Coffs Harbour over the weekend of 26-27 October.
The rally is an annual gathering of four vintage car clubs from Taree, Tamworth, Armidale and Coffs Harbour, with members of similar clubs elsewhere also welcome to attend.
One of the CHVVCC’s founders, local car enthusiast Geoff Maunder, is still active as a life member.
He said the Great Eastland Hub Rally involved “meeting
old friends, enjoying our vehicles and showcasing the beauty of the district to our visitors”.
Geoff, who started as inaugural treasurer of the club in 1974, alongside president Harry Smith and secretary Gary Dibley, said he had filled all club functions over the years, including as president again for the past two years.
Originally gathering in Harry Smith’s Porta Gas office in Coffs Harbour, the group outgrew the space and accepted an offer from then Sawtell Fire Brigade captain Noel Hamey to use the fire station as a meeting place.
“Our first vehicle on
club registration was a 1913 Model-T Ford restored by our first secretary, followed by a 1928 Model-A Ford restored by the club’s founding and former member, Mick O’Neill,” Geoff said.
“His vehicle has been a CHVVCC vehicle since its restoration in 1976, having been purchased from Mick in 2007 by Andrew Winter, a past president and current magazine editor.
“From day one we have always been a social club, and members are always ready to assist others with help and mechanical advice.
“In the early days, most members had young children and club events involved
q Coffs Harbour Veteran Vintage and Classic Car Club has a big weekend planned for 26-27 October to celebrate 50 years since its formation.
q The Veteran Vintage and Classic Car Club celebrates historic and unique vehicles from across the decades.
vintage cars, including in Dubbo.
“It was a long way in the early ’80s to drive to Dubbo in a 1920s vehicle with mechanical brakes and no power steering, for a threeday event, [while] keeping the kids amused on the back seat at 40-45 mph (70 km/h).”
While CHVVCC members had attended many other memorable rallies around the country over the years, the most impressive drive was from Brisbane to Broome in a hoodless single cylinder 1911 Hupmobile in 2022.
“Initially our vehicles were either veteran or vintage with a few in the 1930-40s but now our youngest cars eligible for historic registration need only be 30 years old,” Geoff said.
“As an increasing percentage of club vehicles are becoming more modern, the club recently changed its name to Coffs Harbour Veteran Vintage and Classic Car Club to better cover the current ages of members’ vehicles.”
The upcoming Great Eastland Hub Rally will include a Friday night
welcome barbeque, a drive through the Orara Valley to Coramba on the Saturday morning, a visit to the Bunker Cartoon Gallery and National Holden Museum, and an evening celebration dinner.
On Sunday there will be a car display at the Coffs Harbour Showground, followed by a scenic drive to Urunga, lunch catered by Bonville CWA and dinner and prize giving that evening. Anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a member of the CHVVCC can email chvvcc@ gmail.com.
the youngsters… we [also] attended numerous rallies in our
q President and founding member Geoff Maunder.
Country music festival for Coffs
By Andrea FERRARI
A MASSIVE weekend of country music and family fun is planned for the inaugural Coffs Coast Country Music Festival.
It’s all happening at the Moonee Beach Hotel from Friday to Sunday, 25-27 October.
Saturday’s headlining acts include the Ultimate Luke Combs tribute show, the Country Mud Band, The Daisy Dukes Duo, and Katie Brooke - all performing on the outdoor stage.
Kicking off the weekend in the proper Aussie way is Friday evening’s BBQ warmup with live music from Dan
q Headlining at the Coffs Coast Country Music Festival is the Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute Show.
“On
refreshing drinks,” say the organisers.
Keeping up the family fun on Sunday is the countrythemed Dog Day.
Everyone is welcome to bring their four-legged furry friends.
There will be BBQ treats, dog stalls, and costume contests, with prizes for the best-dressed pups.
“We will have live entertainment on the Friday night from 5pm, with a big BBQ Smoke House banquet to get the party started,” the venue’s General Manager Hugh Gillroy told News Of
The Area.
“Saturday 26 October, the gates open from 2pm, with live entertainment from 3pm.
“We’re aiming for close to 900 tickets, which will make it the biggest event the hotel has ever had.
“Country music brings out such a fun and energetic crowd and we can’t wait to host what is due to be a special night.”
Tickets are only required for Saturday’s music festival; the rest of the weekend’s events are free.
Hannaford starting at 5pm.
the menu are soul-
country BBQ classics paired perfectly with
q A massive weekend of country music is coming up at Moonee.
q Country Western Dog Day will be part of the festival.
Church celebrates 125 years
By Andrea FERRARI
ST JOHN’S Anglican Church will celebrate 125 years in Coffs Harbour on the weekend of 19 and 20 October.
There will be a celebration dinner for parishioners past and present on Saturday night while the Bishop of Grafton, Reverend Dr Murray Harvey, will preside at a special church service on Sunday morning at 9am.
Everyone is invited to attend this service which will be followed by a morning tea featuring 125 cupcakes made by parishioners.
Reverend Nathan Dean has been the Rector since 2023.
“It is a great privilege to be a part of such a celebration for something that has had a profound
place in the life of the community over so many years,” he told News Of The Area.
The first Anglican Church in Coffs Harbour was situated on the corner of Coramba Road and Moonee Street.
It was dedicated on 6 April, 1899.
Attendances were small due to another church at Coramba being well attended, and the poor state of the roads, which kept people away.
The second St John’s Church was dedicated in 1911, located at the corner of McLean and Elizabeth streets.
The congregation increased because Coffs Harbour was becoming the central hub for the area.
Shortly after the dedication, the original St John’s Church was moved to High Street at the Jetty and was renamed St Aiden’s by the Sea.
This church, which served the Anglican community in the Jetty area for 60 years, was amalgamated with the new
and bigger St John’s.
The old St Aidan’s was demolished in January 1973.
St John’s Hall in McLean Street was built over a period of two weeks in 1927.
It was used as a meeting place for many organisations and for wedding receptions over the years.
More recently it has been converted into the parish Op Shop, making good use of the hall for the community.
The current church building was dedicated in 1972.
It was designed in the shape of the Star of David with the altar in the centre of the church under the spire.
However, this proved to be impractical for large congregations, so the altar was moved in 1994 to create a central aisle.
The acoustics in the church are excellent and the venue is often used for concerts.
q Rev Nathan Dean at St John’s Anglican Church, Coffs Harbour.
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Conservatorium collaboration
By Andrea FERRARI
COFFS Harbour Regional Conservatorium has elected Dr Terrence Hays as President and Chair of the Board of Directors.
Together with recently appointed Artistic Director Dr Glen Hodges, Dr Hays brings a wealth of experience to the Conservatorium.
Both musicians have strong backgrounds in performance, research, and music administration with Dr Hodges specialising in composition and jazz studies and Dr Hays having a strong background in keyboard studies and performance - including harpsichord, piano and organ.
Students of all ages, including people with special needs and seniors, can access music tuition through the diverse programs offered at the Conservatorium.
This includes early childhood classes, instrumental lessons with leading qualified teachers, participation in choirs, contemporary composition lessons, and instrumental ensembles led by professional teachers and performers.
Dr Hays said he was excited to be “taking the baton with the help of the team of Directors and working with the Artistic Director so that the Conservatorium continues to grow and deliver the music programs that are needed in our region.
“This includes supporting schools, teachers, parents and students so they can experience the joys and benefits of quality music making,” he said.
This weekend the Coffs Con is celebrating 40 years of making music with a three-day
q Dr Terrence Hays, the new President and Chair of Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium.
series of cultural and artistic events.
The appointments and the milestone are seen by the organisation as a time of transition, development and opportunity.
As well as celebrating the founding teachers and benefactors, they will also celebrate the tireless work and dedication of the many people who have served on the Board of Directors, including Lesley Schoer who recently resigned after being President and Board Chair for thirteen years.
During this time the Conservatorium grew in student numbers, staff and programs, and now has a purposely designed building, with specialised teaching studios, ensemble rehearsal rooms, and concert auditorium.
Fishing education
WANT to know more about fly fishing?
The Coffs Coast Fly Fishing Club will be at Gordon Park, Nambucca Heads on Sunday, 13 October as part of National Gone Fishing Day.
Members of the club will be providing fly casting tuition, answering questions about the sport and demonstrating the art of tying flies.
“This will be an opportunity to see firsthand what fly fishing is all about and what it can offer you,” said Allan Ekert of the Coffs Coast Fly Fishing Club.
The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development will
host the Gone Fishing Day event to “celebrate the value of fishing and encourage everyone to get out on the water”.
Activities run from 9am to 2pm.
“Each event will have free fishing sessions, experts to provide fishing advice, casting competitions, as well as some free fishing giveaways. You can also pick up fishing guides and other advisory information,” the Department stated.
The Nambucca Heads event will feature a jumping castle for children and drinks and food will be available for purchase on-site.
Collector’s treasure trove
AN antique movie projector and unique stained glass windows are amongst the special items on sale at the Trash & Treasure Market on Saturday, 12 October at the Coffs Harbour Leagues Club on Stadium Drive.
Doors open at 9.00am.
There will be 25 market stalls offering a wide range of items such as jewellery, vintage linen, pottery, household goods, craft items, antiques and collectables, books, plants, records, bric-a-brac and more.
Most items will be ticketed but if buyers wish to barter, organisers suggest making an offer.
“There is no harm in asking as many of the traders are avid collectors, are keen to downsize and would like to see their stalls cleared,” said Ingrid Gardiner of the Coffs Collectors Club, who host the market.
“Some hobbyists will be there selling their lovingly created craft items, plants and recycled timber items.
“There will be plenty to peruse and lots of bargains.”
Funds raised from the market will help promote the Coffs Antique & Collectors Fair to be held on the last weekend in August, 2025, an annual event hosted by the Coffs Collectors Club.
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q Most items will be ticketed but if buyers wish to barter, organisers suggest making an offer.
Henk’s a centenarian
By Andrea FERRARI
PARK Beach Bowls
Club was a fitting venue last Sunday to celebrate the 100th birthday of Life Member and long serving past coach, Henk Schenkel.
Family, friends and bowlers, many who were introduced to the game by Henk, joined in the festivities.
One such bowler is Henk’s wife, Barbara.
Under his tutelage, Barbara became a State Champion.
Henk served in WWII with the Royal Dutch Marines and first spent time in Australia on war-time leave.
Post war, enjoying Sydney Harbour one day, Henk says he had “a brush” with a shark. Just a few moments
after that encounter, he was introduced to his soon-to-be first wife.
They were married by proxy in Holland in 1951 before Henk returned to Sydney where he established a successful cleaning business.
He subsequently sold the business and took early retirement in Korora in the 1980s.
There, his passion for bowls continued to grow and led to him winning a State RSL title.
Feeding the hungry
By Andrea FERRARI
RETIREE Simon from Sawtell reckons he’s got another year of providing free food to the hungry of Coffs Harbour.
For the past nine months he’s been giving away hot sausage snacks from a table he sets up on the pavement alongside the Woolies car park in the city.
“I’ve been homeless several times over the past 20 years,” Simon told News Of The Area.
“During those times I was always helped out by some organisation or another giving me food and
blankets.
“Now I have some funding and the time, I can give back.”
Having become a follower of the teachings of Christianity, he says he is guided by the commandment to “love thy neighbour as thyself”.
“There’s a lot going on in the world I can’t change but love starts at home and here I am,” he said.
Called Community Foodbank Services, Simon sets up his free food table at 3pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and closes when everything’s gone.
“Sometimes kids come off the bus to be picked up by their parents in the carpark, and they swing by me first.” Then there are those who are really doing it tough, struggling to get a meal.
Simon provides hot sausages and onions, with hot soup on cold days and fruit salad on sunny days, and drinks.
“I’ll go as long as my finances last,” he said. He is thankful to those in the community who have donated food or funds.
Everything goes back into topping up his table and extending his free food offering.
His first marriage ended in divorce, and he later married his prize pupil Barbara in 1993.
Henk survived cancer in the 1990s and a heart attack in 2009.
His life on the greens continued until halted by the COVID-19 shutdowns.
“Amazingly, he doesn’t need glasses to solve his daily word search puzzle or complete his latest jigsaw,” Barbara said.
Henk still lives happily at home in Coffs with Barbara and is spoiled by his caring neighbours and home care visits.
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q Birthday boy Henk Schenkel and his wife Barbara.
q Henk Schenkel and his son Terry at the 100th birthday party.
Korora’s VIEW on poverty
By Andrea FERRARI
MEMBERS of Korora VIEW Club are calling on the community to give generously this Anti-Poverty Week, 1319 October, and to consider sponsoring a child through the national education charity The Smith Family.
Korora VIEW Club helps three children through The Smith Family’s Learning for Life education support program, which provides families with long term educational, financial and personal assistance so that children have all the essentials needed to fully participate in their learning.
While the members of Koroa VIEW Club are mindful that 2024 has been difficult for many Australians due to the cost-of-living increases, they say it has been particularly hard for those families already doing it tough.
Club President Dianne McLeod, said with one in six
children in Australia growing up in poverty, there has never been a more important time to support a child through their education.
“Families are having to make impossible choices during this cost-of-living crisis.
“This could be prioritising rent over sending their child on a school excursion, [and not] being able to afford school books or essential digital learning tools.
“A laptop and reliable internet access at home are now vital for any child’s education.”
The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program helps support children’s learning by providing these essentials.
“Its evidence-based approach helps children experiencing disadvantage to overcome educational inequality.
“They support students for the duration of their
education, and this helps them build the confidence and skills needed to create better futures.
“There are numerous
ways of making a difference to other people’s lives and using Anti-Poverty Week as a catalyst for change.
“We urge doing
something, whether it’s sponsoring a child’s education through The Smith Family or another activity - just not turn a blind eye to those who are
Pink Silks Trust saving lives
By Andrea FERRARI
A GENEROUS $15,000 donation to Coffs Harbour Health Campus’s Colposcopy Clinic from the Pink Silks Perpetual Trust has enabled the purchase of specialised equipment to enhance the clinic’s gynaecology services.
The donation underscores the ongoing commitment of the local charity to provide practical support to women’s health in the Coffs Coast community.
Dr Marilyn Clarke, Staff Specialist at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, expressed deep appreciation for the donation.
“The Pink Silks Trust was instrumental in establishing our colposcopy clinic four years ago, providing crucial gynaecological services to women who could not access private clinics,” she said.
“This new donation will allow us to purchase
a second gynaecology examination bed and additional instruments, significantly expanding our capacity.”
Dr Clarke said the clinic had a critical role to play in women’s health outcomes.
“A public colposcopy service is essential for assessing women with
abnormal cervical screening results.
“Early detection and treatment are vital to preventing progression to cervical cancer.
“With the addition of two full-time obstetrics and gynaecological staff specialists, we can now increase our colposcopy sessions and consider expanding our services to include other gynaecological conditions.”
The expanded services will include a new High Suspicion for Cancer (HSC) clinic, focusing on conditions that are potentially malignant or pre-malignant.
Tanya Johnson OAM, Chair and Co-Founder of the Pink Silks Perpetual Trust, said the Pink Silks Committee was delighted it could provide tangible and meaningful support to the clinic.
“Initially PST supported this new service at the hospital to provide access to all local women with an abnormal cervical result, the right to timely diagnosis
and treatment,” she said.
“In the current economic times, PST believes this extra service will provide more crucial access to those women not in a financial position to be seen privately.
“Now, having two fully equipped rooms to support two specialists and their teams, will result in decreased wait times, increasing the chance of early detection and prompt treatment.
“PST will always be that charity that will step up if we can reduce the impact physically, emotionally and financially, to our local women and their families, when diagnosed with a health illness.
“We are proud to contribute to its growth and ensure that more women can access the care they need.”
In the past seventeen years, the Pink Silks Trust has raised $1.375 million in support of women’s health initiatives, most of which has supported services based at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.
Ms Johnson said the huge financial support for these services was made possible by the Coffs Coast community which supported fundraisers such as the Pink Silks Race Day and Pink Silks Golf Day, both held annually in January.
q Korora VIEW Club members enjoying a day out at the National Marine Science aquarium.
q Staff Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Dr Meenu Sharma, Pink Silks Trust Chair and founder Tanya Johnson, Clinical Director Obstetrics and Gynaecology Dr Marilyn Clarke, Pink Silks Trust committee member Nicole Knight and Deputy Director Medical Services Renee Strazzari.
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TOURISM Research Australia (TRA) has released figures for the 2023 and 2024 years, revealing impressive visitor growth for the Coffs Coast.
The TRA report shows there were 885,000 domestic overnight visitors per year to Coffs Harbour in the two-year average for 2023-24, a near 20 percent jump on 2022-23.
The latest numbers are also well up on the pre-Covid four-year (2016-19) average of 821,000.
The survey found domestic day visitors spent $147 million (average per year 2023-24) compared to $105m (2022-23).
The average spend per trip by domestic day visitors is also up to $221 in the latest period, compared to $157 – a 40.9 percent jump.
City of Coffs Harbour General Manager Natalia Cowley highlighted the postCovid trend for outdoor
Tourism growth for the Coffs Coast Marine science immersion
By Andrea FERRARI
tourism experiences as a factor in the results.
“We are implementing a whole-of-sector strategy which includes a focus on higher value visitors who are coming here for diving, mountain biking, trail running – for active recreation and adventure sports,” she said.
“We were the first location in NSW to be accorded ECO Destination status and this has underlined our credentials in this space."
Ms Cowley also noted the impact of several major sporting events on the Coffs Coast, and the council's marketing campaigns in traditional, social and digital media.
“We have been showcasing attractions and the local people behind the activities as many modern travellers are interested in experiences and stories.
“Our many food options
COFFS Harbour Daybreak Rotary Club’s Rymarine
app which was launched by the City in May so its impact isn’t really captured in this survey.”
participating. For four days at the end
of October the teenagers will be immersed in marine science activities with a view to whetting their appetites for a future career or inspire an ocean related hobby.
Whichever direction they choose, the Rymarine experience informs young people in being educated ambassadors for the ocean.
Just announced is the guest speaker for the Rymarine celebratory dinner on the Saturday night, 26 October.
“Orara Valley landowner Brett Vercoe was an officer for the Solitary Islands Marine Park Authority and is also an accomplished free diver,” the Rotary Club’s youth director Mark Spencer told News Of The Area.
“Brett is also highlyrespected for his video and photographic documentation of life under the sea and has been ‘up close and personal’ with
some big ocean creatures – some charismatic, some not-so.”
Brett said he will be sharing a video presentation at the dinner, “featuring interesting and charismatic marine creatures found off the Coffs Coast.”
“I have collected this footage over the past 20 years diving off the waters of the magnificent Solitary Islands and beyond to the continental shelf,” he told News Of The Area.
“Sharks, whales, rays and fish species are showcased, and each has an interesting story to tell.”
At this occasion, the Rymarine leaders congratulate their young participants with certificates of achievement for their participation in the four-day event.
Held at the Coffs Coast Adventure Centre in Bonville the dinner is open to the public.
on the Coffs Coast are also a strength.
2024 program is now at capacity with 23 students
“All of these are amplified in the Coffs Coast Explorer
q Adventure tourism on the Coffs Coast with HWH Stables.
q Brett Vercoe videoing humpback whales while free-diving.
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
AN intriguing slate of films are being released this week to Aussie cinemas, though you may need to hunt around for the chance to view the best of them.
The Apprentice
Testing the limits of Australia’s tolerance for US political figures is the biopic “The Apprentice” which purportedly recounts the formative years in business of Donald Trump.
Starring Sebastian Stan in the title role, the film centres on Trump’s relationship with Roy Cohn (played by Jeremy Strong), a lawyer notorious for his involvement with the Communist witch-hunts of the 50’s who became a mentor to the future
President.
Possibly the most interesting aspect of this film is that financing for the production was helped by a sizable donation from a friend of Trump who expected a positive and inspiring portrayal of the man.
Instead the controversial depictions of dishonest business dealings and abusive behaviour caused multiple efforts to block the release of the film.
Hellboy: The Crooked Man
Another comic franchise is rebooted with “Hellboy: The Crooked Man”.
Following the exploits of a demon summoned by Nazis in WWII but raised by a kind and noble British paranormal expert, this will be the third iteration of
the character on the big screen.
This time Hellboy (Jack Kesy) investigates a supernatural entity in a remote, mountain community full of folklore and witchcraft.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story.
Receiving a surprise theatrical release is the documentary “Super/ Man: The Christopher Reeve Story”. From filmmakers Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui - who have previously made documentaries about fashion designer Alexander McQueen and the journeys of paralympic athletes in Rising Phoenix - this film combines archival footage with interviews to explore the legacy of the actor who “made us believe that a man could fly.”
Obviously the film explores his life and career as well as the horse-riding accident that left him
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permanently unable to walk, but the true heart of this film examines the work he engaged in as an advocate for medical research to help improve the lives of those who have experienced similar tragedies.
What truly makes this a special experience is that the interviews conducted for the film are chiefly with his three surviving childrenAlexandra, Matthew and Will.
Terrifier 3
The most extreme of the hardcore horror hounds will be thrilled this week to know that “Terrifier 3” is coming to select screens.
Most of us can remain very content in our complete lack of awareness about this franchise.
Filmmaker Damien Leone has enjoyed unbelievable success with this series of micro-budget films, which are largely endurance tests
to see just how much gore the audience can stomach.
This one is definitely not suitable for the kids or for date night.
Ghostlight
Finally, the indie drama Ghostlight receives a limited release this week.
A beautiful but agonising exploration of grief and loss, this is a film that will probably require you to bring a box of tissues.
Following the death of his son, a construction worker struggles to contain his own anger, while dealing with a similar attitude in his teenage daughter.
An unexpected invitation to join a local theatre production of “Romeo and Juliet" is the catalyst for extraordinary change within the family.
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MONDAY night was a busy one for Nambucca Valley and Coffs Coast firies, with crews called to incidents at both Diggers Tavern in Bellingen and the Nambucca Heads Surf Life Saving Club.
Described as a “major fire” by the North Bellingen Rural Fire Brigade, all guests staying at Diggers were able to be safely evacuated while Bellingen Fire and Rescue and supporting crews tackled the interior blaze in the early hours of the morning.
“Early this morning the team at 221
attended a fire at Diggers Tavern, Bellingen, and our crews were able to get a serious fire under control, with able support from other Fire and Rescue brigades, and the RFS,” Bellingen Fire and Rescue posted to social media.
“Diggers [Tavern] holds a special place in the hearts and minds of so many in the Bellingen Valley, and we're hoping that their path to getting open again is as smooth as possible.”
Posting to social media on Tuesday, a
spokesperson for Diggers Tavern said the team was “gutted and in shock”.
“Thank goodness no one is hurt.
“Emergency services worked hard for us.”
Earlier in the evening, crews responded to multiple Triple Zero calls regarding a fire near the Nambucca Heads Surf Life Saving Club.
“On arrival large areas of bush and grass were alight, and strategic measures were put in place to manage it,” said a spokesperson for Nambucca Heads Fire and Rescue on social media.
The spokesperson also thanked Macksville Fire and Rescue, and crews from Valla Beach and Newee Creek RFS for their assistance.
“Thankfully it was the scrub behind the building and not the surf club,” said a spokesperson for Valla Beach RFS.
“If anyone saw anything suspicious or people hanging around please contact Nambucca Police or Crime Stoppers with any information.”
On Sunday night, Fire and Rescue crews from Nambucca Heads, Bowraville and Macksville, and the Newee Creek RFS, responded to a structure fire in Macksville.
“We had the opportunity to put our recent breathing apparatus training into practice,” said a Newee Creek RFS spokesperson on social media.
q Fire crews were called to an interior fire at Diggers Tavern, Bellingen.
q A major interior blaze broke out at Diggers Tavern in Bellingen.
q Firies arrived at the Nambucca Heads SLSC to find the adjacent scrub alight.
q A bushfire next to the Nambucca Heads Surf Life Saving Club on Monday night.
q Smoke billows as firefighters attempt to quell the blaze at Nambucca Heads. q On Sunday night crews responded to a structure fire in Macksville.
Taking a Legal Look
By Manny WOOD
Two friends, one bet, one winner
JONNY and his best mate Joan had the Australian public captivated when a friendly bet turned sour.
The dispute arose from a bet placed during a match between the Crocs and the Raptors. Jonny, a die-hard Raptors fan, confidently predicted a resounding victory.
Joan said I will take $1,000 on the Crocs.
Jonny said if you put on $3,000, I will give you five to one odds.
Joan agreed, standing to win $15,000.
After a thrilling game that went down to the wire, the Crocs emerged victorious, and Joan claimed her winnings.
However, Jonny refused to pay.
The disagreement escalated into a heated exchange, and eventually, Joan decided to take legal action.
The case went to Court, where both friends presented their versions of the events.
Joan argued that the bet was a serious wager, made with clear intent, and that she had stated to Jonny that she wanted to electronically transfer the $3,000 prior to the game.
She also explained that she was confident in the Crocs as she knew their best player was returning from injury.
She also stated that she wished to use the potential winnings to fund an overseas trip to visit her sister.
Jonny’s statement to the Court referred to previous similar circumstances and other scenarios where it had been found that the bet was only a casual interaction between friends, made in a lighthearted manner, and that there was no intention to create a legally enforceable contract.
The Court considered the evidence presented by both parties, including the nature of the bet, the circumstances under which it was made, and the intentions of the parties involved.
In its ruling, the Court found that while the bet may have been made in a casual setting, the parties' actions and statements indicated a clear intention to create a legally binding agreement.
As such, the Court found in favour of Joan.
Thank you to Anthony Fogarty for his assistance with this column. Email Manny Wood, principal solicitor 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 cannot be relied upon as legal advice.
OPINION & LETTERS
The kindness of strangers
DEAR News Of The Area,
RECENTLY our son (and husband) Louis had a bad accident in the surf at Sawtell.
We want to thank all the people who helped him - the people on the beach who applied a tourniquet, the surf life savers, the SES, paramedics, surgeons and other nursing staff plus St John Paul
College workmates and pupils, plus all the friends, family and acquaintances who have visited or asked after him.
How fortunate we are to live in this beautiful country and find when things are tough, how kind people are.
Thank you all.
On theCouch
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DEAR Jasminda,
I HAVE been part of a book club for two years.
One of the members recently confessed that they don't read any of the books (they listen to the audiobook or sometimes just read the first 50 pages and the final page).
Am I wrong to think this isn't 'real' reading?
Are they cheating somehow?
My understanding is that books need to be read, in full, to embrace their effect.
Hermione D.
Dear
Hermione,
YOUR name conjures up a particular image for me.
Regards,
Amber, Merrin, Con and Timmy VAN DARTEL, Sawtell.
Careful language at the foreshore
DEAR News Of The Area,
NOTA’s coverage of the recent poll on residential development at the foreshore reported that critics of the poll have claimed that no residential buildings have been proposed for parklands currently accessible to the public.
This surprised me until I noticed that careful use of the word ‘residential’ makes this claim misleading to say the least.
In fact, the Refined Jetty Masterplan proposes (and I quote) ”Tourist accommodation located adjacent to the Jetty Walkway in two iconic buildings max six storeys” and “Massing of tourist accommodation steps down to max four
storeys either side of iconic buildings”.
Residential or tourist, playing about with their classification will hardly make these buildings disappear into thin air.
North of Marina Drive the Masterplan calls for “Residential accommodation max four storey” from the railway line to the Jordan Esplanade roundabout.
The critics’ claim here is just manifestly false.
Anyway you care to phrase it, the proposed Masterplan represents a massive intrusion of buildings into the existing parkland.
Regards, Frank SCAHILL, Coffs Harbour.
Will we be heard by decision makers?
DEAR News Of The Area,
WE Australians are rightly proud of our nation and our Australian democratic system of government.
At the recent council election, 70 percent of eligible voting residents rejected the proposal to erect residential apartments up to six storeys high on the Jetty Foreshores land between the railway line and Jordan Esplanade.
It will be a real test of our democracy at the local level to see if our state Member of Parliament Gurmesh Singh, our newly elected Council, and the State Government Department responsible for
planning the development of the Jetty area, listen to and respect the decision of the Coffs community.
Supporters of erecting residential buildings east of the railway line can no longer justify their support on statistics derived from a small sample of residents who responded to some of the community consultations conducted over past years.
Coffs Harbour residents have spoken and hopefully will be heard by our elected decision-makers.
Regards, Lionel GOODACRE, Coffs Harbour.
I can see you and your fellow book club members ranged around a coffee table, a platter with cashews, sliced pear, homemade hummus dip, perhaps some black seedless grapes strategically draped over its bamboo edge.
You with your notebook full of carefully observed points of discussion.
And, when it's your turn to host, carefully selected wines based on literature, pouring glasses of Chianti or full-bodied Port in honour of Sherlock Holmes.
Casually dropping Virginia Woolf's line about language being 'wine upon the lips', a reference completely lost by fellow book clubber Susan, whose wild gesticulations mean she somehow manages to get more wine on her lap than in her mouth.
And you would never dare to resort to book club trickery (perhaps reading a review or two, Googling a synopsis, removing any hope of an original thought by resorting to SparkNotes).
Nor would you listen to an audiobook, because that is somehow less authentic.
It's taking the work out of it. If language is wine upon the lips, what is it when someone else's lips are involved?
I'd say it's literary infidelity. Stick to your moral code, Hermione.
Don't cheapen the experience with Bose earplugs.
Suffer through your blurred vision and your pulled neck muscle from trying to finish the last chapter before book club night, just as the author has suffered through years of drafts, imposter syndrome, a belowminimum wage, a divorce, and a bad Goodreads review by a faceless person named LitChickxox (which felt like a knife to the heart).
You are correct in stating that the most important rule of a book club is to read the goddamn book.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
& LETTERS
Is our new Mayor really an Independent?
DEAR News Of The Area,
COFFS Harbour electors have given a strong endorsement to our newly elected Mayor Nikki Williams.
She received 32.8 percent of the first preference votes, well ahead of Paul Amos on 26.8 percent.
Her team received 34.1 percent of the first preference votes, sufficient to elect three of her team in addition to herself to Council.
Nikki ran as an Independent and has been quoted in the Coffs Coast Advocate online as saying there is “no room for political parties in council.”
But how independent is she really?
Nikki is a member of the National Party, she exchanged preferences with another member of the National Party in George Cecato, and she was endorsed by senior National Party figures including
Gurmesh Singh and Andrew Fraser.
In addition, her very well-resourced campaign received significant support from the Coffs Harbour Chamber of Commerce.
Two members of Nikki’s team, Cath Fowler and Neil Mason, are members of the Chamber of Commerce Board, with Cath Fowler, who was elected to Council, its Vice-President.
Presumably, the reason Nikki believes there is no room for political parties in local government is because she thinks that councillors affiliated with a political party will prioritise the interests and views of the party over those of the electors.
The proof of whether Nikki is truly an “independent” will be whether the positions that she takes prioritise the will of the electors of Coffs Harbour, even when they are at odds with the views and interests of her supporters in the National
Party and the Chamber of Commerce.
Fortunately, there is an issue on which Nikki can demonstrate her independence, the Jetty Foreshore development.
She took a position to the election advocating for the proposal put by the previous LNP State Government, (and it must be said the current Labor State Government) for the redevelopment of the Jetty Foreshore to include multistorey residential.
However, this proposal was overwhelmingly rejected by the electors with 68.7 percent voting No to the poll question.
Interestingly the informal vote for the question was only 2.0 percent compared with 8.5 percent informal in the general councillor election.
This suggests voters have a much clearer view on what they want for the Jetty Foreshore than who they want on
Election statistical round-up
DEAR News Of The Area,
ON 1 October, the election results were declared, and we have a new Mayor and Council.
There were 58,940 enrolled to vote.
There were 47,039 votes for Mayor, some 2,361 less than those who voted for the eight Councillors.
Nikki Williams received 15,411 votes or 32.76 percent with Paul Amos 12,591 or 26.77 percent before distribution of preferences.
With the Councillor vote 49,400 voted which was a turnout of 83.81 percent and of
those 8.51 percent were informal.
Most voters elected to vote for a group above the line being 39,914 of 45,194 formal votes being 88.31 percent.
There were two councillors elected at count one, one at count two, one at count 35 with another four at count 37.
The new Council to join the Mayor Nikki Williams in order of sequence are Cath Fowler, Paul Amos, Les Oxford, Julie Sechi, Gurminder Saro, Jonathan Cassell, George Cecato and Tony Judge.
In the NOTA on 6/9/24, ‘Make Your Vote Count’, I said Councillors with low below the line votes are being elected to Council and
Short memories
DEAR News Of The Area,
WHILST fully appreciating and sympathising with the role of Norco farmers and workers I wonder about the lack of moral outrage when Norco previously and unceremoniously dropped
By Karen FILEWOOD
NOTHING could be done about the loss of lighting by Council until Mr Burke’s contract to supply the jetty with electricity was approved by the Governor.
Although Mr Burke was eager to start and Council keen to issue him instructions, neither could act until this was received.
Council sent a telegraph, followed by
Northpower as their electricity provider in a period where Northpower employees, many of them local, were going through their own particularly difficult period of reorganisation and job losses.
suggested the current voting system should be scrapped to be first past the post.
The Williams group received three quotas which elected new Councillors Saro with 72 below the line votes, eleven highest, Oxford 30 votes, 17th highest and Fowler 20 votes, equal 22 highest.
If the Councillors were elected based on below the line votes the nine highest would be in this order Williams, Amos, Judge, Cecato, Swan, Fox, Cassell, Townley and O’Brien.
As can be seen there would be four different Councillors to the ones that have been elected by the current Optional
No, nary a word from Norco, their members or any National Party representative.
The decision was simply based on price.
If, as stated (NOTA 27/9/2024), the current process was based on merit and fairness, can Mr Singh explain and justify his comments with respect to the decision being "political and undertaken by Sydney bureaucrats".
Council.
So, the question is, will Nikki change her position in the light of the clearly expressed will of the electors of Coffs Harbour or will she continue to support the position of her backers in the National Party and the Coffs Harbour Chamber of Commerce?
She has a role model for this in Tony Judge who, despite being an elected Labor councillor, has strenuously supported the will of the people of Coffs Harbour, rather than the position of the State Labor Government.
Has our new Mayor got the courage and integrity to do the same or is she not “independent” after all?
Regards, Stephen OXLEY, Emerald Beach.
Preferential System.
Once again, the Council is elected by the system and not who those who vote below the line would prefer.
Hopefully in four years-time the voting system to elect Councillors will be changed.
With the Jetty Poll there was an 83.6 percent voter turnout with 49,276 votes cast, 2.02 percent were informal.
The YES vote was 15,122 being 31.32 percent with the NO vote of 33,161 or 68.68 percent.
Regards, Wayne WELSH. Coffs Harbour Jetty
If Norco failed to meet the tender criteria, please explain the process for circumventing such a process and awarding the contract to a non-conforming tender applicant.
Regards, Bob CAMERON, Coffs Harbour.
Coffs Harbour Butter Factory: Into the Light (Part 14)
a letter, requesting the Governor’s urgent action.
Council’s solicitor received confirmation Mr Burke’s contract had been approved on 8 February 1926.
He had one month to fulfil his obligations, so residents looked forward to the restoration of their electricity service on 8 March.
Ironically, the loss of the Coffs jetty electrical contract (via the butter factory) to Mr Burke, saw Mr Quast win the contract for the Port Macquarie service, moving there with his family just before this date.
By this time, Councillors were regularly
dealing with complaints of the lack of service and requests for a finish date.
By the Council meeting of 17 March, Mr Burke was reported to be working as fast as he could, but wet weather had held him up.
This prevented setting a finish date, so it was resolved to hasten him to finish the work, which was completed without another meeting or official word said on the matter.
The butter factory continued operations over the Christmas holidays into the new year of 1926 amid the electricity controversy while plans for a new factory were drawn up and a builder appointed, however, thinking
No mandate to rezone public land
DEAR News Of The Area,
WE said no and we expect the government to respect the poll.
The Coffs Harbour community stands together.
Seven out of 10 of us or over 33,000 voters out of 48,000 said no to private
multi-level residential development at the Jetty Foreshores.
The state government department Property Development NSW appears to be ignoring the community and the democratic process.
It is proceeding with the Jetty Foreshores refined Masterplan and its
planned rezoning of land from public recreation to allow private residential development in direct contravention to the poll results.
The government has no mandate to rezone this public land.
It has no mandate for its plans.
A poll was conducted to determine
the factory would close, suppliers had begun sending their cream elsewhere.
Early March saw a large attendance at their half-yearly meeting where it was pointed out that the deadline for a new factory was fast approaching, with more capital and suppliers’ support essential for success.
More company shares were made available and 230 sold at the meeting, with just 300 of the 1750 shares still on offer.
The Directors received a vote of confidence and two more meetings were held for suppliers where the remaining shares were sold.
what we in the community wanted and we took the time and spent $70,000 of ratepayer funds to get a clear answer.
Now it is time for the state government to respect Coffs Harbour, respect the poll and respect democracy.
Regards, Gerry MCGILVRAY, Foreshore For All.
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By Andrew BROWN, AAP
ANY ban on young people using social media needs to be implemented as soon as possible, the NSW premier says.
Ahead of a two-day summit between the NSW and South Australian governments on addressing social media issues, Chris Minns said age restrictions for the tech platforms were more than needed.
"I'd like to see (an age ban) done as soon
as possible ... ultimately, we have to draw a line in the sand," he told Sky News on Sunday.
"This is a big change for Australia, but I think it's warranted, given this is, in my view, a global, unregulated experiment on young people and the prevalent use of social media."
It comes as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrote to state and territory leaders asking for input on how an age ban on social
The federal government has indicated it will look to introduce legislation restricting social media use for young people, but an exact age limit has not been determined.
The prime minister asked premiers and chief ministers their preference for an age limit, and how parental consent could be factored in.
The leaders were also asked to consider whether young people with existing social media accounts would be exempt from any future ban.
Mr Minns said he would want to see a
Sleep experts debunk daylight saving health risks
By Nyk CARNSEW, AAP
DAYLIGHT saving has no negative impact on people's health, a world-first study has found.
The effect of daylight saving on health has long been the subject of speculation, amid concerns over loss of sleep as well as the increased risk of strokes and heart attacks.
Sleep experts from Flinders University in Adelaide have carried out the world's first comprehensive study into the practice's long-term impact and found no significant evidence it results in a loss of sleep.
Researcher Reece Kemp says people living in daylight saving states get comparable sleep to those who don't, aside from a small tendency to go to bed and wake up later.
"We got the opportunity to study a lot of downstream effects in sleep health and daytime functioning... once again we found really no difference," Mr Kemp told AAP.
The researchers focused on the later months of daylight savings time, as prior studies only focused on the impact during the first few weeks.
"If you're going to be removing daylight savings time you want to know what the
'Line in the sand': premier urges social media ban ASAP Environment ministers summoned over bird flu threat
By Tracey FERRIER, AAP
ENVIRONMENT ministers have been summoned to a special meeting on the looming bird flu threat as Australia asks the US and New Zealand for advice on vaccinating wildlife.
Federal minister Tanya Plibersek has called the meeting for October 18,
correspondence shows, after pressure from conservation groups and the ACT government.
ACT Environment Minister Rebecca Vassarotti recently wrote to her federal counterpart, appealing for leadership as Australia awaits the arrival of H5 High pathogenicity avian influenza.
Ms Vassarotti requested an urgent
exact cost of it is," Mr Kemp said.
"The interesting opportunity about Australia is that you have basically a halfsplit of states that observe daylight saving time and those who are on standard time."
The researchers compared the sleep patterns of people in states that observe daylight saving against those that don't, using data from two nationwide questionnaires.
While the evidence does suggest people could lose sleep in the first few weeks, the impact was no worse than jet lag, Mr Kemp said.
The tendency of Australians in states that observe daylight saving to go to bed and wake up later also likely offsets any longterm risk.
"Is that potentially people in daylight media could be implemented.
social media ban start at age 16, but there needed to be a uniform approach across states and territories.
"Wherever we end up is a world away from where we currently are, which is widespread use, which is obviously negative for a lot of people," he said.
"The obligations would be on social media companies to make sure that they've got restrictions in place."
Age verification trials are underway to help determine how a possible ban could be enforced.
savings time are adapting? Possibly," he said.
However, people concerned about adjusting to the transition can avoid losing sleep by sticking to a strict sleep schedule over the weekend and avoiding staying up late or sleeping in.
"Because of the clock change, you might be waking up quite late by body clock time and thus you might not be feeling super sleepy on that Sunday night," Mr Kemp said.
"That's where a lot of this idea that daylight savings time was harmful came from.
"Come Monday morning, you might be feeling really tired and that would compound throughout the work week and result in an even bigger sleep the next weekend."
Daylight saving time began on Sunday at 2am AEST, when clocks moved forward one hour to 3am AEDT in all states and territories except Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
gathering of environment ministers to ensure they were ready to respond to the virus, which has caused mass wildlife deaths overseas.
The federal minister has since written back saying the meeting would go ahead in line with Ms Vassarotti's suggestion and would involve all environment ministers and their agriculture counterparts.
To date, the federal agriculture department has led a whole-of-government response to the threat, with the involvement of Ms Plibersek's department.
However, the approach has raised concerns from the Invasive Species Council that wildlife impacts have taken a back seat to poultry industry threats.
Campaigner Jack Gough, who has long been calling for nature-focused plans to limit wildlife losses, said the meeting was good news.
He said environment authorities were going to have to "pick winners" and choose which species to help when the virus hit Australia - something that could happen any day with the arrival of migratory birds.
He was heartened to learn from Ms Plibersek's letter that her department was working on ways to determine how susceptible particular species were to the virus to prioritise action that might help.
He was also happy to hear authorities were reviewing arrangements for the use of vaccines in Australia, including their potential use in threatened species.
"We have been participating in trilateral wildlife vaccination 'lessons learned' discussions with the United States and New Zealand, hosted by Wildlife Health Australia," Ms Plibersek wrote.
"Vaccination of domestic, captive or threatened wild animals may not be feasible in many circumstances.
"This is why my department is also exploring the potential for other actions to help maximise the resilience of wildlife populations."
The Invasive Species Council has been highly critical of the $7 million package allocated so far to the bird flu threat and wants more cash put on the table.
"For comparison, $66 million was allocated to preparation for African Swine Fever in 2019," Mr Gough said.
"I'd think a similar investment is what should occur here."
AAP sought comment from Ms Plibersek's office.
q Advocates fear bird flu's impact on wildlife has taken a back seat to its threat to poultry. Photo: Darren England/AAP PHOTOS.
WIRES expo attracts new volunteers
By Mick BIRTLES
WIRES Mid North Coast (WIRES MNC) held its inaugural Carers Expo last Thursday, 3 October, aiming to recruit new local volunteers to the wildlife support organisation.
The not-for-profit WIRES, which stands for the Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service, has been rescuing and caring for sick, injured and orphaned native animals for over 35 years.
Hosted at the Plantation Hotel in Coffs Harbour, the Expo drew attendees from Scotts Head to Woolgoolga, many of whom signed up to assist in rehabilitating injured, sick, and orphaned native animals.
The Expo showcased
various stalls with equipment and information on different species, offering insights into wildlife rescues and care.
This hands-on approach allowed guests to learn about caring for animals like joeys, reptiles and birds.
The event also led to offers of soft release sites from local property owners, essential for reintegrating rehabilitated wildlife into their natural habitats.
Guests enjoyed heartwarming stories from experienced and new volunteers, demonstrating the significance of their work.
A Q&A session followed, allowing potential new carers to ask questions and learn about the challenges and rewards of wildlife
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rehabilitation.
The Expo was also attended by numerous existing WIRES MNC Branch volunteers, actively engaging with guests to offer the benefit of their experience.
"We are excited by the community's interest in supporting our local wildlife," said Sarah Kemeny-Packwood, WIRES MNC Possum and Glider Coordinator.
"The commitment from new volunteers and offers of soft release sites will greatly enhance the care and rehabilitation of our native animals."
Fiona Nielsen, an experienced WIRES MNC volunteer, told News Of The Area, "With Australia facing high extinction rates, the
demand for wildlife carers and soft release sites is critical.
“Events like the Carers Expo inspire hope for a
Team Gold and a junior squash title for Coffs
By David WIGLEY
EDEN Poulava has claimed her first Australian Junior Championship title in emphatic style, outlasting Queensland’s Lilly Wilson in a gruelling five-set final.
The victory capped off a historic tournament for the Coffs Harbour Squash Club,
with three players reaching the finals in the prestigious platinum-rated event.
Second seed Bodhi Wratten, playing in the Boys Under-11s division, blitzed through to his final without dropping a single game, before falling to Victoria’s Aleister Loo.
Meanwhile, Cleo Poulava,
Eden’s younger sister, prevailed in a tight Girls Under 13s semi-final before losing to her Queenslandbased opposition in the final.
Eden’s journey to the top was anything but straightforward.
Despite months of intense preparation, the mental strain of the competition took
resilient future for our wildlife."
For more information on how to get involved with WIRES Mid North Coast,
visit wires.org.au/training/ rescue-courses or contact secretarymidnorthcoast@ gmail.com.
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its toll early on.
“It was a very stressful tournament,” she said.
“I knew I had a chance to make the final, but I had to stay focused and play strong squash all week.”
After a commanding 3-0 win in her opening match, Poulava picked up steam, dismissing third-seeded Shenuki Silva of Victoria in straight games.
However, her semi-final clash against second seed Amelia Brigden proved to be a nerve-shredding affair.
“I had to play a really hard match against Amelia. I just had to push through, even when emotions took over.
“Thankfully, I was able to win in five.”
That victory set the stage for the showdown against Wilson - an opponent Eden had never beaten before.
Nerves were high but so
was the resolve.
“I was very nervous going into the final, but I knew I had to trust my game.
“It was a match that taught me resilience and, in the end, I played my best squash to take first place in the Under 17s.”
Even after clinching the title, it took time for her achievement to fully sink in.
“It took a while to register that I’m a national champion, but I’m so excited and grateful to hold my first major platinum title.
“Now, it’s about looking ahead to future tournaments and keeping this momentum going.”
The accolades however, didn’t stop there.
At the tournament’s gala dinner, Poulava was awarded the prestigious MC Hazel Award, given to the player deemed the best and fairest
across all divisions.
The recognition came as a surprise.
“I was really shocked to receive that award,” she said.
“It’s special because it’s not just about winning but also about courage, improvement, and sportsmanship.”
As the tournament drew to a close, Eden teamed up with her sisters Cleo and Jada, along with Coffs Harbour teammates Jayden Sparks and Jaida Wigley, to represent NSW.
Together, they claimed the gold medal in Division 1 of the teams event.
“It’s always great to catch up with old friends and make new ones at this tournament,” Eden reflected.
“Winning gold in the teams event was the perfect way to finish an incredible week of squash.”
q WIRES MNC carers Andrew Cox, Sarina Tuddenham and Rebecca Brauer at the reptile stand during the Carers Expo last week.
q Bodhi Wratten was runner-up in the Australia Junior Championships
q A stellar week for Poulava sisters Cleo, Eden and Jada.
Sambrook selected for Asian Cup Qualifiers
By David WIGLEY
NORTH Coast Football's rising star Logan Sambrook has secured his place in the Australian Under 17 national team, the Joeys.
The talented striker is now set to embark on a nineteen day tour of Dubai for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers.
Sambrook, who began his football journey with Northern Storm, breathed a sigh of relief upon learning he had retained his spot in the squad.
It comes after an impressive debut tour of Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands, where he netted his first goal in Australia’s
iconic green and gold jersey.
Despite his strong showing in the Pacific, Sambrook's place in the Joeys was far from guaranteed.
“We had a trial match in Newcastle two weeks ago, which was part of the selection process,” Sambrook explained.
“I thought I played well and managed to score a goal, but it was still nervewracking waiting for that final decision."
After impressing on the Pacific tour, the pressure was on to keep his position.
The moment he received confirmation from the Joeys' manager was one of immense relief.
“I was so nervous waiting for the email.
“When I finally got it, I let out a huge sigh of relief.
"Once the news sank in, I was stoked, so happy.”
Sambrook now heads to Dubai on Thursday, 10 October.
During the tour, the Joeys will play three matches to determine their qualification for the AFC U17 Asian Cup.
Although the domestic football season wrapped up weeks ago, the Bishop Druitt College student has been keeping himself in peak condition.
His off-season has been anything but a break.
“I’ve been training
every day – strength and conditioning, sprints, cardio – and I’m still playing football every day with my coach or mates.
“Refined recovery has been a big help with keeping me fit and ready to play.”
While there’s speculation about his future beyond this tournament, the Northern NSW Football prospect remains focused on the task at hand.
“My complete focus is on this tournament in Dubai,” he said.
“I’ve spoken with my parents about next year, but right now it’s all about the Joeys."
Sixers Cricket League begins Surf Life Saving season underway
By Aiden BURGESS
A NEW era of Coffs cricket has arrived with the Sixers Cricket League getting underway this weekend.
The Sydney Sixers and Cricket NSW have joined with the Coffs Harbour District Cricket Association to launch the Sixers Cricket League.
The League is the rebranded Coffs Harbour District Cricket Association competition, and will feature four senior competitions as well as Under 16s, Under 14s, and Under 12s competitions.
This season will also feature a new Under 19s competition played on Thursday nights, in which four teams will play twice against each other before having a local final.
The winner then plays against the winner of the
Port Macquarie competition on Thursday, 12 December.
The first-grade season gets underway with matches played in Macksville and Woolgoolga.
2022/23 season premiers Bellingen/Dorrigo begin their season by taking on the Nana Glen Lizards at Phillip Hughes Oval.
Last season’s runners up Sawtell take on the Woolgoolga Rebels at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
Last season’s semifinalists Coffs Colts have the opening round bye.
The first one-dayers of the season will be played on Saturday, 26 October, at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park, with the Coffs Colts taking on Bellingen/ Dorrigo and the Nana Glen Lizards playing Sawtell.
The second-grade season also gets underway this weekend, with one day
matches in Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, and Woolgoolga.
Sawtell begin their
By Aiden BURGESS
SURF Life Saving North Coast welcomed the new season with its annual Raising of the Flags ceremony.
It was held on Saturday, 28 September, at the Woolgoolga Surf Life Saving Club.
An integral part of the coastal community, Surf Life Saving North Coast has received longstanding support from Newcastle Permanent.
“Raising the flags today marks not just the beginning of another season but a continuation of our enduring partnership with Surf Life Saving North Coast,” Mobile Home Lender Annette Gaddes said.
“We take great pride in standing alongside this remarkable organisation.
“For almost 20 years, we’ve worked together to make a real difference, and we’re honoured to play our part in protecting the coastal communities that mean so much to us all.”
Surf Life Saving North Coast President Les Pepper, emphasised the growing importance of safety on the beaches this year, drawing attention to the high demand for volunteers last summer.
“Last season, our volunteers saved 54 lives and took nearly 1800 preventative actions, together clocking up more than 22,000 patrol hours,” he said.
Last season’s runnersup Coffs Colts start their season by
“With hundreds of thousands of visitors to our beaches, and an increase expected this summer, the role of our volunteer surf lifesavers has never been more critical.
“Surf lifesavers are the heart of beach safety and a proud symbol of Australian coastal life.
“We are deeply thankful for Newcastle Permanent’s continued support, which ensures we have the equipment and resources to keep our beaches safe for everyone.”
For those interested in joining the Surf Life Saving community, more information can be found at https://slsnorthcoast.com. au/
Bellingen/Dorrigo Cricket Club will look to win their second first grade title in three seasons.
q Logan Sambrook playing for the Joeys on their Pacific tour.
q Annette Gaddes (Newcastle Permanent Coffs Harbour Mobile Home Lender) and Les Pepper (Surf Life Saving North Coast President) at the Raising of the Flags event.
premiership defence in Dorrigo where they take on Bellingen/Dorrigo.
hosting Urunga at Fitzroy Oval.
Nana Glen Lizards Blue and Nana Glen Lizards
White teams play off at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park, and Woolgoolga Rebels host Diggers Cricket Club.
Triathlon Club to host men’s and women’s races
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Triathlon Club is preparing to host two big events in the coming months.
As a result of the success of their women's event last year, the club has also scheduled a men's race in the 2024-2025 calendar.
The Men’s “Bring a Mate” Movember Triathlon will be held on Sunday, 10 November, at the Coffs Harbour Jetty.
The Women's Club Race will be held on Sunday, 8 December.
All of the proceeds from the Men’s Triathlon will be going to Lifeline North Coast.
Club member Alira Bayndrian said it was a great environment for those who wanted to give the sport a try.
“It's more about the
social aspect rather than the racing,” she said.
“The club is such a positive place, and we hang around for BBQs and coffee after the races.
“I encourage anyone to come and give triathlon a go, as there are so many
Boardriders’ September to remember
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Boardriders Club has had a September to remember achieving top results in two prestigious surfing competitions.
The club’s teams excelled in team events at the Vissla Junior Kirra Teams Challenge and the Saltwater Wine Mid North Coast Board Club Battle.
The club’s junior boys
competed in the Kirra Teams Challenge held at Duranbah on 20-22 September.
The event is the largest team format event in Australia, with each team made up of two surfers for each age group in the Under 12s, Under 14s, Under 16s and Under 18s divisions.
The Coffs Harbour Boardriders Club team included Will Martin, Creed Smart, Carter Crowley, Benji Lowen, Luca Martin, Hamish Harrigan, Sage Lewis, and Jarrah White.
The reserve surfers travelling with the team in case of injury were Tye Morrison, Max Crowley and Jet Dean.
The Coffs team finished third at the prestigious event.
Coffs Harbour Boardriders social media coordinator Emma Dean explained what the thirdplace finish meant to the club.
“Each surfer got one heat of fifteen minutes duration and their result gave us points for each position,” she said.
“At the end of the competition, the team with the best results (highest points) were the winners.
“Our team came up with three wins, four second places and one third place to end the competition in equal third place.
“We gained outright third position after a countback against Windansea Surf riders, power club Snapper Rocks
different ways you can race; you don’t have to do all three legs if you don’t want to.
“The men’s race coming up is one we’ve never run before, and it coincides with Movember.”
Coffs Harbour Triathlon
Club welcomes athletes of all abilities to compete in the local club races, which are staged each fortnight during the triathlon season.
This runs from October to May, with regular club races held on Sundays at Coffs Harbour Jetty.
were first and Freshwater second in the boys division.
“This is a very big achievement for our club, we pocketed $2000 in prize money to invest back into developing our junior team.
“We equalled our best ever finish in this event and team manager Steve Dean is really confident that if these boys stay together as a group, they can go one or two spots better and take the title of junior boys winner.
“It was so great to see all the boys supporting each other during the event.
“It is a real privilege to get selected for this team and we are well known for our depth of talent in the
boys pool.
“With so many surfers coming up the junior ranks it's not so much of a worry when we lose Creed next year to our senior ABB team.”
The weekend before the Kirra Teams Challenge saw both the club’s junior and senior teams travel to Port Macquarie to compete in the Saltwater Wine Mid North Coast Board Club Battle, held on 14-15 September.
The senior team won the event, while the club’s first ever junior tag team finished as semi-finalists.
Emma Dean gave a recap of the successful weekend.
“Our senior team was made up of Creed Smart,
Geroge Roberts,
and giving us a real boost was Rosie Smart being available after competing internationally,” she said.
“We had a very close win over the hosts Port Macquarie Boardriders when our power surfer Creed Smart really cemented our win after his last wave was a 6.30.
“We won the event by a very small margin of 1.07 points with Woopi boardriders coming in third place.
“Our senior team went the whole day undefeated, winning each heat on their way to the final.”
Maddison Williams, Benji Lowen
q Coffs Harbour Triathlon Club’s women’s members.
q The Club will be holding a men’s race in November.
q Jet Dean, Will Martin, and Hamish Harrigan at the Kirra Teams Challenge.
q Ian Klaus (team manager), Benji Lowen, Creed Smart, Rosie Smart, George Roberts and Maddison Williams, with groms Kingston and Emerson Williams.
Dorrigo to host NSW Tentpegging Championships
HUNDREDS of riders and support crews from across Australia are getting ready to roll into Dorrigo for the NSW Tentpegging Championships.
Dorrigo has secured the chance to host the qualifying event for the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show, with teams from NSW, Queensland and Victoria competing across three grades on October 12 and 13.
Event organiser and competitor Scott Miller said it was a great honour to bring the free event to Dorrigo Showground to promote the region and introduce more people to the fast-paced world of tentpegging.
“This is a really important event on the sport’s calendar,” Mr Miller said.
“To be selected to compete at the Sydney Royal Show next year, you must qualify
at this NSW Championship.
“This competition will be fast, furious and fiercely contested, and we are expecting some very close finishes.”
Mr Miller, who competes with the Tamworth Tentpeggers, said the event has been held in Manilla for the past few years.
“But as I have a strong affiliation with Dorrigo and Ebor, I put in to have the event in Dorrigo this year and it was accepted,” he said.
“People flock to the Sydney Royal Easter Show to see us compete each year.
“Now you can see it at Dorrigo, and entry is free.”
The sport of tentpegging showcases the skill and ability of a horse and rider working together to collect “pegs” with a lance or sword as quickly as possible.
Many of the riders
competing at the Dorrigo event have represented Australia internationally at tentpegging events in India, Germany, South Africa, Pakistan, Egypt and United Arab Emirates.
Mr Miller said the competition will be highly contested at the Dorrigo event.
“Each team is scored on the number of pegs collected and carried, and judged on drill formation,” Mr Miller said. “The riders then swap their lance for a much shorter sword and complete the same course again.
“This requires competitors to go much lower on their horse to reach the targets.
“We also have another challenge, called Skill at Arms, where horse and rider are challenged with various
obstacles using both the lance and sword which must be completed within a tight time frame.
“The variety of skills needed to complete this
Suns teams head to Ballina
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Suns teams travel north this weekend to take on Ballina in the latest round of the Sunshine Basketball Conference season.
The Suns men's team take on the Ballina Breakers on Saturday night at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre.
course is exceptional, and it’s a lot of fun – both for the riders and spectators.”
The NSW Championships at Dorrigo Showground on October 12 and 13 will have
Breakers.
is free.
The Suns had an 88-83 win against the Breakers when they last met in early September.
Nippers unite
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Nippers season.
Held over three days, Sawtell Beach became the training ground for around 150 Nippers aged from Under 9s through to Under 14s.
Nippers from both clubs came together to develop confidence and hone their ocean skills, board paddling, swimming, and general fitness - and to have fun.
Sawtell SLSC Chief Training Officer Andrew Martin works in partnership
with Manly personnel to train the next generation of lifesavers.
Eighteen Nippers, fourteen from Manly and four from Sawtell, completed their Bronze Medallion and Surf Rescue Certificates, as they prepared to patrol their home beaches.
This year’s event had a guest coach; professional ironwoman Noami Scott.
“The children were captivated as she spoke about her training routine and her love of the sport, and then encouraged them through a group training session,” said
The Suns’ men currently sit third on the ladder with four wins from their opening seven games, while the Breakers are fourth with a
3-3 record.
The Suns’ women will take on the Ballina Breakers.
It’s been over a month since the Suns women last played, which was a 58-52 win at home against the
The Suns women sit at the top of the ladder having won their opening two games of the season.
Suns teams next play at home when they host the Lismore Storm on Saturday, 26 October, at Sportz Central.
Men’s ladder leaders
Bellinger Valley Braves will look for their seventh win in a row when they travel to take on the Yamba Trawlers on Saturday afternoon.
The Braves had a 11145 win against the Trawlers when they last met in late August in Woolgoolga.
“It was fantastic to see all the smiling faces of the
enjoying their time in the water, learning valuable skills and creating long lasting friendships.”
Not only do they train together, but they enjoy the local hospitality and all the local businesses have to offer.
Social events include
Families stay at the
and other accommodation for the entire week, making the event an annual
Nippers from both clubs then catch-up with their friends throughout the season at various carnivals.
the camp again in 2025.
Sawtell Surf Life Saving Club President (Juniors) Matt Herbert.
Nippers
pizza and cinema night, a ladies’ luncheon and dad's drinks.
local caravan parks
holiday.
Sawtell SLSC will host
q Sawtell and Manly Nippers enjoying their time in the water.
q Manly LSC and Sawtell SLSC on Sawtell Beach for the spring training camp.
events for men, women and juniors across A, B, and C Grades. Entry
q The Tamworth Tentpeggers.
Coffs Harbour Rifle Club
By Geoffrey HART
OCTOBER 02 - Howard St Rimfire Range. The 30m Field Class match was conducted with 29 participants. Master Grade: Jake Buckley 94.10, Daniel Finlay 93.6, A Grade: Phillip Payne 92.5, Stuart D 91.4, Alan Newey 89.2, Johan
Sawtell Bowls Results
By Geoff HAMPSON
REMINDER Over 60s Bowls / Monday 14/10/24 to be played at Sawtell 9am for 9.30am Call of the Cards/ everyone welcome
MONDAY Afternoon Bowls
30/9/24 Cancelled due to wet weather
WEDNESDAY – 2/10/24 Men’s Social Bowls
Safety Beach Women’s Golf Club
By Marilyn ELY
TUESDAY 3 October.
The rain just keeps coming but even though Safety Beach Golf Course was closed Monday,
Coffs Harbour Ladies Golf Results
By Vicky HUNTER
TUESDAY 1 ST OCTOBER SINGLE STABLEFORD A GRADE- Jennifer
Coffs Harbour Golf Club
By Vicki SILVER
47 MEMBERS and visitors played a 9 hole single stableford and it appears the ladies may have played a
Park Beach Women’s Bowling Club
By Anne ORR
SOCIAL Bowls Wednesday 2.10.24. C Treharne, L Clancy, R DeMeio d C Brown, S Hancock, D
Sawtell Golf Results
By Janet O’DOWD
1/10 MEDLEY Stableford Josh Siebert 40, Gus Schroder 39c/b, Tony Pye 39, Luke Fry 8, Matthew Smith 37c/b. Balls to 35c/b. NTP 7
Will Fang d David Cini 3/0, Troy Prystasz d Lachlan Dierkx 3/2, Reece Baker d David Cini 3/2, Will Fang d Lachlan Dierkx 3/0, Reece Baker d Lachlan Dierkx 3/0, Will Fang d Troy Prystasz 3/0, Reece Baker d Troy Prystasz 3/0, David Cini d Lachlan Dierkx 3/2, Will Fang d Reece Baker 3/2, David Cini d Troy Prystasz 3/0. WINNER: Will Fang from Reece Baker.
Greyling 88.5, Matt Walsh 86.3, B
Grade: Cherelle Steinhardt 92.7, Sarah Jones 87.4, Member-440
86.4, Ryan Banks 80.4, Michelle D 80.2, C Grade: Carl P 91.7, Philip Grace 86.4, Member-832 80.3, Brian Brock 74.1, Matt Miller
71.2, Danny W 71.2, Hugh N 63.1, Jeffrey W 61.0, Kevin Mackay 60.0, Member-801 55.1, Member-926
53.0, Mitch Upton 51.0, Visitors:
J Chapman, G Hampson, C Christian DEF R Smith, J Chin, J Murtas
T Lavell, D Melia, B Blight DEF I Muller, C Attard, L Zecchinati
N Stahlhut, G Campbell, B Newling DEF B Clugston, R Williams, L Preston
L Woods, W Vaughn, J Townsend DEF R Smithers, P Covington, A Taylor
R Stock, P Collins, B Martin DEF N Kotrozos, J Oates, R Morris
G Hitchen, R McLellan, S Wilkin-
our ladies still arrived Tuesday, full of resolve not to let that deter them. The game was the annual Captain V President stableford and scores very mighty respectable for the conditions.
Winner of the day, Trish Hill 38 lovely points.
Runner-up Deb Morrison 33 on c/b from Cathy Anderson and
Loh 16(CB), Jan Silvy 16 B GRADEJanet Clayton 18, Carol Hughes 16(CB) N.T.P’s -22nd Hole –Jo Foggiato, Carol Hughes 26th Hole – Jennifer Loh WEDNESDAY 3rd OCTOBER SINGLE STABLEFORD
A GRADE- Dawn Smith 39, Margot
different course to the Gents.
Todays Winners as follows:
Gents: John Wilgress 16 Roger Martin 15 c/b Rick Jenkins 15 c/b John Ericsson 15
Futcher 15-12; D Rowe, J Farrell, J Woodford d J Long, E Blanton, C O’Dwyer 18-15; A M Taylor, A McConachy, C Sheridan d J Rodwell, L McLean, J Pearce Kennedy 35-5; T Thorn, P Poulton, R Jupp d S Betts, C Keogh, M Gudgeon 15-12; M England, P Garner, Y Schmidt d H Illingworth, J Kennedy, C
NTP 11 A: Lochie Smith, B: David Jackson, C: Matt Jensen 2/10 Stroke and Putting A: Georgina Spinaze 70, Maureen Ryan 74c/b, Jackie Chapman 74. B: Margaret Gill 71, Kerry Humphreys 75, Rhonda Cooper 76. C: Trish Rhoades 77c/b, Jean Dummer 77, Paula Sercombe 79. Pro Pin 7 Susan Flint. Putting A: Geor-
Division 2
Stephen Bjerking d George Ruaporo 3/2, Tim Garrad d King McKie 3/1, Paul Hendriks d Stephen Bjerking 3/1, George Ruaporo d King McKie 3/0, Paul Hendriks d King McKie 3/1, George Ruaporo d Tim Garrad 3/0, Paul Hendriks d Tim Garrad 3/0, Stephen Bjerking d King McKie 3/2, Paul Hendriks d George Ruaporo 3/1, Stephen Bjerking d Tim Garrad 3/0. WINNER: Paul Hendriks from Stephen Bjerking.
Division 3 Terry Baker d David McGrath
3/0, Char Berglund d Nick Jankovic 3/0, Sharee Templeton d David McGrath 3/2, Terry Baker d Char
SPORTS RESULTS
Tom Munns 78.1, Melinda Munns 76.5, Zac Huls 65.3, Jet Sticker 55.0, Glen Sticker 36.0, Open Sights: Daniel Finlay 100.5, Carl P 98.4, Johan Greyling 94.4, Jake Buckley 92.3, Stuart D 91.3, Sarah Jones 89.0, Philip Grace 86.1, Cherelle Steinhardt 82.3
The 50m F-Class match was conducted with 16 participants. Cherelle Steinhardt 196.15, Daniel
son DEF G Fisher, D Frost, N Sillar
P Paunovic, K Sharman, B Kennedy DEF R Rolinson, A Vivian, M Aujard
T Brooks, R Cridge, G Denniss DEF I Maderic, M Jenkins, P Eiberger
P Bird, M Gibbon, W Kellam DEF H Slater, D Anderson, A Berry
N McClelland, J Richardson, J Urge DEF B Pemberton, P Roach, W Meadows
President’s team won over the Captain’s (could there have been a bit of political juggling after the cards came in?)
Thank you Robyn Brindle for
Gook 38(CB), Trish Lemin 38 B GRADE- Debby France 39, Julie Mitchell 38(CB), Di Lawrence 38 C GRADE – Carmel Hill 42, Maria Sanford 40(CB), Heather Watkins 40 N.T.P’s -12th Hole- Lynn Major, Jane Durler, Ros Bennett 15th Hole-
Ball Comp:
Andy Gilkes 14, John Miles 14 & Jim McIntosh 14
Ladies:
Norma Wilson 26
Caroline Whitelegge 22 Lesley Tucker 20 c/b
Jones 25-5; G Gaunt, B White, A Worboys, S Willis d K Elliott, C Venturi, D Hargraves, L Loadsman 17-12; Social bows Friday 4.10.24 J Kennedy, L Clancy d T Lainchbury, M Star 18-13; D Hargraves, Y Schmidt d R Oakley, V Slater 20-13; A M Taylor, M Monck d J Clark, J Phillip 33-5;
3/10 Stableford Andy Bruce 22c/b, Kelvin Wilton 22. Balls to 19c/b
4/10 Medley Stableford Lochie Smith 36
5/10 Stableford A: Cameron Arnold 41, Max Neal 39c/b. B: Neil Thomas 4, Grant Martin 41c/b. C:
Berglund 3/2, Char Berglund d Sharee Templeton 3/2, Nick Jankovic d Terry Baker 3/2, Sharee Templeton d Nick Jankovic 3/0, David McGrath d Char Berglund 3/0, Terry Baker d Sharee
Templeton 3/0, Nick Jankovic d David McGrath 3/2. WINNER: Terry Baker from Char Berglund.
Division 4
Patrick Howard d Boyd
McGregor 3/0, Dale Allen d Abe
Bjerking 3/0, Patrick Howard d Abe Bjerking 3/0, Dale Allen d Boyd
McGregor 3/1, Boyd McGregor d Abe Bjerking 3/0, Dale Allen d Patrick Howard 3/0. WINNER: Dale Allen from Patrick Howard.
Finlay 194.8, Johan Greyling 193.7, Jake Buckley 191.7, Carl P 190.6, Member-926 189.4, Jeffrey W 187.1, Member-677 186.4, Saxon G 185.4, Matt Miller 185.2, Mitch Upton 184.1, Danny W 183.4, Brian Brock 170.4, Philip Grace 170.3, Visitors: Zac Huls 185.3, Mirah Miller 182.3
October 06 - Dairyville Range 200m Centrefire match was
4/10/24
J Brown, J Smithers, R Morris DEF P Sharp, M Sharpe, P Day J Flynn, G Flynn, D Hyde DEF T Lavell, A Baker, B Blight T Brooks, R Cridge, A Taylor DEF W Sharkey, Jan Townsend, B Meadows P Weir, D Frost, P Covington DEF H Muir, M Friend, C Hill K Lowry, G Hitchen, W Bujeya DEF G Denniss, M Sillard, T Karam K Sharman, C Christian, A Berry
donating the raffle prize won by Carole Stone.
Nominations have started to be submitted for the election of Office Bearers for 2025. For those who haven’t already done it, please give consideration to any position you wish a particular person to fill and have it ready by the AGM Tuesday 29th.
Lynn Major, Julie Mitchell, Heather Watkins 22nd Hole –Leanne McComas, June Curry 26th Hole- Keryn Little, Vicki Silva, Maria Sanford SATURDAY OCTOBER 5th OCTOBER SINGLE STABLEFORD Split Courses Lakes Course – Bronwyn Morgan
Betty Peen 20 Ball Comp: Jo Corrigan 19, Sandy Skinner 19 & Maria Lindsay 19. Nearest the pins: 22nd Hole Debbie Sollart & Rick Jenkins
G Duffey, D Lindner d G Haige, C Cutt 24-8; S Bailey, D Walsh d D Doyle, C Sheridan 21-18; A Orr, R Holloway d D Futcher, R Lane 29-16; M England, C England d R DeMeio, M DeMeio 17-10; H Illingsworth, P Poulton, D Hancock d S Hancock, J Rodwell, S Campbell 25-8.
Jordan Davis 40, Kevin Shipley 39. Balls to 35c/b. NTP 7 A: Joseph Whalan, B: Josh Siebert, C: Mark Shipman. NTP 11 A: Graham Montgomery, B: Ross Cook, C: Jack Brearley
6/10 Medley Fourball Stableford Ian & Petina Malley 45, Annie Waters & Graham Cowan 44. Balls to 42
Mid North Coast Golfers Association
By Colin CUTT
TUESDAY, 1st October, 56 MNC Veteran Golfers competed in a single stableford at Nambucca Island Golf Course, which was in excellent condition considering the amount of rain that they had received the days prior.
A Grade: Winner – Ross Donnelly 39, 1st runner-up Stephen McNeil 37, 2nd runner-up Colin Cutt 36, 3rd runner-up Deidre Fletcher 35.
B Grade: Winner – Michael Bellew
conducted with 10 participants. Master Grade: Jake Buckley 98.9, Glenn K 98.6, A Grade: Daniel Finlay 99.13, B Grade: Member-677 86.4, Lindsay McConachy 81.2, Tony Bowling 78.0, C Grade: Cooper Finlay 92.4, Mitch Upton 88.1, Cherelle Steinhardt 86.3, Phil Hartmann 61.1
DEF P Roach, G Campbell, J Tainsh H Dodd, N Wong, E Tindall DEF A Wagstaff, W Vaughn, D Anderson N Kotrozos, J Oates, J Townsend DEF E Nicolave, C Attard, L Zecchinati
S Mason, K Lewis, N Foy DEF J Chapman, Ken Taylor, G Hampson P Bird, P Paunovic, J Richardson DEF N Elford, A Day, N Harvey S Smitherman, P Eiberger, H Slater DEF L Read, P Eiberger, G Fisher
A huge thank you to the men who have been working on repairing/renewing the cart paths, it is well overdue and very much appreciated. Medal of Medals round is being played Tuesday 15 and the winner is often a surprise so come and enjoy the moment.
Remember no golf for us at Coffs on the 14th October & 21st October. Our next game on our home course will be a single stableford on 28th October.
Sawtell Veterans Golf By Ian REYNOLDS
RESULTS for 7th October 2024 9 Hole Stableford 8 Starters Ladies
Lesley Kimber 21 Men Ian Reynolds 21
ISawtell RSL Snooker Club
By Ken MASON
TUESDAY 1st October 2024
Main Draw Winners: - Brian Ng - R/U Peet Winney Consolation Winners: - Zac Cowled - R/U John Browning
39, 1st runner-up Geoff Knight 37, 2nd runner-up Warwick Lean 34, 3rd runner-up Steve Ward 33. NTP’s: 5th Colin Cutt, 13th Peter Jackman, 18th David Nicholls. Ball run to 32 points.
By Ray BEASLEY
Why Marsh's bowling complicates Test selection dilemma
q How many overs will Mitch Marsh have to deliver this summer? Photo: Rui Vieira/AP PHOTO.
"We haven't had to use them as much as we thought we would, which is a great thing," Cummins said.
"The last couple of summers have been pretty light, quick Test matches.
"I suspect this summer might be a bit different at times. We'll be drawing on Cam Green and Mitch Marsh a bit more."
Green's injury, ahead of a fiveTest series squeezed into seven weeks, changes that.
Marsh has only bowled more than 10 overs in a Test match once since his return in last year's Ashes.
He has also only bowled 21 overs in 40 white-ball matches during that time, while spending time playing as a batter due to fitness concerns.
And while Nathan Lyon can work through long spells, the lack of a fifth bowler could place extra pressure on the team's aging pace attack.
If Australia did opt to bring in an allrounder, it would mean Smith would have to remain as opener unless Travis Head or Marnus Labuschagne is moved into the role.
Aaron Hardie would likely be the front runner to debut.
By Scott BAILEY, AAP
MITCH Marsh's bowling workload is set to play a crucial role in Australia's selection puzzle, as officials weigh up how to treat Cameron Green's back injury.
Cricket Australia will determine a plan for Green in coming days, including whether the star allrounder requires surgery on the stress fracture in his back.
Regardless, it now appears almost certain he will not bowl against India for the first part of this summer, and may not figure at all in
the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
That in itself will leave selectors with a number of questions ahead of Australia's first Test against India starting November 22 in Perth.
Green's injury could theoretically open the door for Australia to bring a specialist opener back into the side, allowing Steve Smith to drop back to No.4.
Marcus Harris has already made his case for selection after starting the Sheffield Shield with a century, while Matt Renshaw is back opening for Queensland.
Cameron Bancroft is the other
option, having been the form opener in the Shield for the past two seasons before being overlooked last summer.
But selecting a specialist opener would likely place a heavy reliance on Marsh and his 32-year-old body.
Australia's captain Pat Cummins had stated in August the importance of having extra bowling options this summer, given India's ability to bat long periods.
Green and Marsh only averaged five overs each per Test last summer, but those numbers were expected to increase against India.
The West Australian has missed the opening round of the Shield with a minor quad injury, but is expected to return for WA's next game against Tasmania on October 20.
Michael Neser could also feature given he has averaged 36.25 with the bat in recent seasons, despite previously being viewed as a bowling-allrounder at Test level.
Tasmania's Beau Webster could potentially loom as the other option, as the Shield's leading run-scorer last summer while also taking 30 wickets at 29.30.
Engines roar for 46th Valla Rod Run
By Mick BIRTLES
THE 46th Annual Valla Rod Run, held from Sunday 29 September to Saturday 5 October, filled the Nambucca Valley with all of the excitement and colour locals have come to expect from the iconic event.
Valla Beach Holiday Park served as the home base for the week-long Rod Run, which attracted hot rod enthusiasts and their families from all over the country.
Around 300 hot rod vehicles roared into the district for the event.
For many locals the highlight was undoubtedly the Show and Shine on Saturday, 5 October when Bowra Street in Nambucca Heads was closed
for hundreds of stunning hot rods to line the streets, giving attendees the chance to admire the custom-built cars up close.
The perfect weekend weather set the scene for multitudes to come into
town for the event, while many more lined the route between Valla Beach and Nambucca Heads with deck chairs and refreshments to watch the hot rods cruise by.
“This year we went with a Wild
West Theme that included a big Poker Night at the Valla Beach Holiday Park and a great Catch the Outlaw game for the young ones,” Drag-ens Hot Rod Club’s Gary Ward told News Of The Area.
“Local businesses have been great and we have done our best to support them wherever we can.”
The Valla Rod Run proved a significant boost for the local economy, with shops, cafés, pubs, clubs and restaurants bustling with visitors throughout the week.
Jordan Godfrey, who travelled from Sydney for the event, told News Of The Area, “With the Valla Beach Holiday Park being so close to the beach, the welcoming locals and the fabulous Valla Beach Markets being held during our visit, we are already getting excited about returning to the Nambucca Valley in 2025 for the 47th Annual Valla Rod Run.”
q Little Bit Country Rodders member Matt Black shows off his golden machine.
COENEN, Guy Peter
3rd October 2024, passed peacefully at Calvary The Brelsford surrounded by his loving family. Late of Sawtell. Much loved husband of Pat. Loving father of Michael and Melinda. Adored grandfather of Jessica, Mathew, Zachary, Hanna and great-grandfather of Archie.
Aged 85 Years At Peace
A private family Funeral Service was held for Guy at the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
CRAMP
Kevin Clive ‘Kev’
30th September 2024, passed away peacefully at RFBI Masonic Village Coffs Harbour, late of Karangi, after a long illness with Parkinson’s disease. Loving husband of Beverly. Much loved father and father-in-law of Kathy, Stuart & Susan and Natalie & Paul. Cherished pop of Madison, Jordan, Emilie, Amara, Montana and Blake.
Aged 80 Years
Forever In Our Hearts
A private family Funeral Service was held for Kevin, followed by private cremation at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
DURAND
Vincent Charles
‘Mick’
5th October 2024, passed at Coffs Harbour Health Campus. Much loved husband of Pam. Loving father, father-in-law and stepfather of Lynette & Mick Mason, Garry (dec’d), Tony & Sue and Greg & Sharen Hackfath. Adored poppy of Scott, Belinda, Sara, Cale, Holly, Lewis, Karlie, Jorgie and great-pop of their children. Loved uncle of Lance & Anne Davies.
Aged 94 Years Still Telling Jokes
Mick was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
Reginald Angus Spencer 24 May 1929 - 3 October 2024
"A true gentleman with a loving heart."
Survived by his beloved wife June of 75 years, children Garry, Robyn and Stephen, 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
"To know Reg was to love Reg"
Private Cremation
BARNIER Nerolene Hazel ‘Ner’
4th October 2024, peacefully at Bellingen Hospital with family by her side. Late of Coffs Harbour. Beloved and cherished daughter of Vic & Mary (both dec’d). Loving sister and sister-in-law of Lorraine (dec’d) & Brian and Ken (dec’d). Treasured aunt of Cathy & Sandro, Leigh & Luke and Melissa & Scott. Adored great-aunt of James, Gabriella, Alex, Gianni, Amy, Sione, Kalani, Mia, Navrin, Jye and their partners.
Aged 79 Years Young Forever In Our Hearts
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Ner’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Tuesday 15th October 2024, commencing at 11.30am, thence for interment in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi.
Ner’s Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour
6652 1999
MOY, Beverley ‘Bev’
7th October 2024, passed at Coffs Harbour Health Campus after a long brave battle with illness. Much loved wife of Doug. Loving mother of Craig. Adored nan of Emily and Samantha and great-nan of Ruby and Lucy. Caring sister of all her siblings. Bev will be sadly missed by all that knew her.
Aged 86 Years Always In Our Hearts
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Bev’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Friday 18th October 2024 commencing at 2.30 pm.
Bev’s Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
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Funeral Notices
TAYLOR
William Kevin ‘Kev’
1st October 2024, at RFBI Aged Care Facility, Raleigh. Late of Raleigh, formerly of Dorrigo. Dearly beloved husband of Edna (dec’d). Loving father and father-in-law of Leanne & Trevor, Tracey & Chris, Kylie & Bill, Michelle & Nicole, Dallas & Shane, Kathleen & Allen, Paul and Samantha & Nigel.
Adored grandfather and great-grandfather of their children.
Aged 89 Years
Reunited With Edna, Sadly Missed
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Kevin’s Graveside Funeral Service to be held in Dorrigo Anglican Lawn Cemetery, Dorrigo on Friday 11th October 2024, commencing at 2.00 pm.
Kevin’s Graveside Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
SCOTT
Dr. Ian Anderson
4th October 2024, late of Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved husband of Jocelyn. Loving father and father-in-law of David & Kim, Heather & Malcom Tyson and Amy & Shay O’Connor. Cherished grandfather of Brittany, Benjamin, Thomas, George, Lucy, Maggie, Jock, Stephanie, Hannah and Liam. Cherished great-grandfather of Henry and William.
Aged 82 Years
Sadly Missed
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Ian’s Funeral Service to be held in St. John’s Anglican Church, Coffs Harbour on Monday 14th October 2024, commencing at 1.00 pm, thence for private family Committal Prayers to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
Ian’s Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
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FRIDAY THE BATMAN
NBN, 8.40pm
Not so much a superhero blockbuster as it is a gritty crime saga, filmmaker Matt Reeves’ (Cloverfield, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes) three-hour epic crafts a grim, noirish narrative world for a faithful iteration of the DC Comics vigilante. The Batman finds Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattinson, pictured) just two years into his crime-fighting journey – a younger man than we’ve seen him before, he’s still set on vengeance, but in a brooding, hot-headed kind-of way. The villain of the piece is the Riddler (Paul Dano), a deranged serial killer targeting Gotham City’s elite. The Batman is as close as it gets to a definitive adaptation for the caped crusader.
FRIDAY, October 11
MONDAY
DESSERT
MASTERS
TEN, 7.30pm
Hungry for another instalment of gorgeous, gravity-defying desserts that would look at home in a modern-art museum? This creative culinary competition will hit the sweet spot. MasterChef winner Emelia Jackson, The Great Australian Bake Off judge Darren Purchese and colourful cake queen Katherine Sabbath are among the professionals putting their imagination and baking skills to the ultimate test in Masters’ second season. In tonight’s premiere, judges Melissa Leong (pictured) and Amaury Guichon are looking for each chef’s dessert masterpiece – with a secret season-long advantage at stake. Word to the wise: a sugary snack won’t go astray when indulging in this mouthwatering delight.
TUESDAY
RED FLAG: MUSIC’S FAILED REVOLUTION
SBS, 8.35pm
Intrepid
investigator Marc Fennell (pictured), host of Framed, The Kingdom and The Mission, will stop at nothing to unravel a stranger-thanfiction mystery.
In this intriguing docuseries, Fennell and musician Ben Lee hark back to the turn of the millennium to delve into the rise and fall of Guvera, a music service that promised to revolutionise a multi-billion dollar recording industry, then under threat from piracy.
A major player that once rivalled Spotify, the Gold Coast start-up seemed like the next big thing, until it wasn’t – vanishing with $180 million. Candid interviews with former staff, investors and industry experts make this compelling two-parter a must-watch.
1.30 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Lost Treasures Of Ancient Rome. (Return, Mns)
8.30 Castle Secrets. (Premiere, Mav) Takes a look at castles.
9.25 Rise Of The Nazis: The Downfall. (Mav, R) 10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 The Allegation. (Mav)
12.20 Kin. (MA15+d, R) 4.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, 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. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.30 MOVIE: Ford V Ferrari. (2019, Ml, R) During the ’60s, American car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference and the laws of physics to build a revolutionary race car for Ford so they can defeat rivals Ferrari. Matt Damon, Christian Bale, Jon Bernthal.
11.40 MOVIE: Hollow Man. (2000, MA15+hlv, R) Kevin Bacon.
1.55 GetOn Extra.
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Coasts. (PG, R) Narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
8.40 MOVIE: The Batman. (2022, Mlv) Batman pursues a sadistic serial killer who is murdering political figures in Gotham. Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Paul Dano.
12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Destination WA.
1.30
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SATURDAY, October 12
TV (2)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) 1.15 Grantchester. (Mv, R) 2.05 Question Everything. (R) 2.35 The Australian Ballet Don Quixote. 4.55 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 5.25 Landline. 5.55 Australian Story. (R)
6.25 Back Roads: Ongerup, Western Australia. (PG, R) Heather Ewart visits Ongerup.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Grantchester. (Mv) Alphy is invited to a party at a country manor.
8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the case of a murdered social worker. Identifying a motive for the killing of the woman proves difficult, at least until they uncover a link to the tragic death of a child.
9.50 Return To Paradise. (Mv, R) A game of lawn bowls ends in murder.
6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (Return) 8.00 The Crystal Maze. 8.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Speechless. 9.50 Officially Amazing. 10.20 Dragon Ball Super. 10.45 Crazy Fun Park. 11.10 The PM’s Daughter. 11.35 Good Game Spawn Point. 12.25am Rage. 1.55 Slugterra. 2.15 The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud. 2.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Artistic World Challenge Cup. H’lights. 4.00 Cycling. National Road Series. Tour of Gippsland. H’lights. 4.30 Battle Of Okinawa: Operation Iceberg. (PGav, R) 5.30 Apocalypse D-Day.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Inside Windsor Castle.
8.25 Jackie And Lee: A Tale Of Two Sisters. (Ma, R)
9.20 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes. (R)
10.15 Arthur: A Life With The Royal Family. (PGals, R)
11.15 Something Undone. (Mal)
12.15 Rex In Rome. (Mlv, R)
3.55 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R)
4.45 Destination Flavour. (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.
VICELAND (31)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session and support races. 4.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG)
7.30 MOVIE: Ghostbusters. (1984, PGhl, R) Scientists become ghost hunters. Bill Murray.
9.40 MOVIE: Venom. (2018, Malv, R) A journalist is merged with a symbiotic alien. Tom Hardy, Michelle Williams. 11.40 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (R)
12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout.
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Larry The Wonder Pup. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Today
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Mrs Doubtfire. (1993, PGal, R) A man poses as a female housekeeper. Robin Williams.
10.00 MOVIE: The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert. (1994, Mls, R) Guy Pearce. 12.00 MOVIE: Ascendant. (2021, MA15+av, 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)
6.30 The Dog House. (PG, R) Dogs are matched with companions. 7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (als, R) Hosted by Celia Pacquola. 8.40 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it matches dogs to their new families.
9.40 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) A motorbike rider falls while travelling at high speed, and his injuries are severe. 10.55 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) Emergencies take their toll on the crews.
9.15 Miniseries: Better. (Final, Malv) Part 5 of 5.
10.15 Fisk. (Final, PG, R)
10.45 Melbourne Comedy Festival: The Gala. (MA15+l, R)
12.45 Fires. (Mal, R)
1.40 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R)
2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered. (R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: A Shaun The Sheep Movie: Farmageddon. (2019) 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.35 Speechless. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.45 Spookiz. 12.05am Malory Towers. 12.55 A Kind Of Spark. 1.20 Slugterra. 1.40 The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud. 1.50 Summer Memories. 2.00 Horrible Histories. 3.00 Miraculous. 3.55 Late Programs.
6am Children’s Programs.
8.00 MOVIE: LOL Surprise: The Skate Dance Movie. (2024) 9.00 Children’s Programs. 2pm MOVIE: Pokémon: The Spell Of Unown. (2001, PG) 3.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 5.30 MOVIE: How To Train Your Dragon 2. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Godzilla. (2014,
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Growing A Greener World. (R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. (R) 11.30 Ageless Gardens. (R) 12.00 Surf Life Saving. Coolangatta Gold. 1.30 Speedweek. (R) 2.00 Volleyball. Australian Super League. Finals. Gold medal match. 5.00 PBS Washington Week. 5.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.30 Apocalypse D-Day. (PGaw)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Temple Of Hatshepsut.
8.30 The Lost City Of Ramses. (PGa, R)
10.20 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (Mavw, R)
11.25 Face Down: Killing Of Thomas Niedermayer. (Mal)
12.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R)
2.10 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)
3.05 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)
3.50 Great Canal Journeys. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
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World. 2.50 States Of Undress. 3.40 Bamay. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 4.55 Scandinavian Star. 6.05 In The Box. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Disaster Autopsy. (Premiere) 9.25 WWE Rivals. (Premiere) 10.20 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Footy Legends. Continued. (2006, PG) 7.05 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 9.00 Darling Companion. (2012, PG) 11.00 T-34. (2018, M, Russian) 1.05pm Tracker. (2010, M) 3.00 The Grey Fox. (1982, PG) 4.40 Soft Skin. (1964, PG, French) 6.50 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 8.30 Saturday Night Fever. (1977, MA15+) 10.40 Eager Bodies. (2003, French) 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Darling Companion. Continued. (2012, PG) 6.55 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 8.35 Soft Skin. (1964, PG, French) 10.45 Silverado. (1985, M) 1.10pm From The Vine. (2019, M) 2.55 Footy Legends. (2006, PG) 4.35 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 6.35 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 8.30 Vampire’s Kiss. (1988, MA15+) 10.25 Helene. (2020, PG, Finnish) 12.40am The Flood. (2020, MA15+) 2.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Weekend Sunrise. The latest news, sport and weather. 7.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Support races and warm up. 10.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Race 20.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGl) 8.55 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation. 9.55 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Moorhouse Horrors. (Mav, R)
A look at David and Catherine Birnie. 11.10 Autopsy USA. (MA15+a) 12.10 The Starter Wife. (Mas, R)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, 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, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.40 9News Late.
10.10 See No Evil: The Hand-Off. (Mal)
11.10 The First 48. (Malv) 12.00 Transplant. (MA15+m)
12.45 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R) 1.35 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Destination WA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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MONDAY, October 14
6.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Art Club. (PGl, R) 11.05 Revolution: Ideas That Changed The World. (PGav, R) 12.15 WorldWatch. 2.00 Secrets To Civilisation. (PGav, R) 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (PG) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Albania. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Into The Amazon With Robson Green. (PGa)
8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals)
9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (Mls)
10.05 Have I Got News
For You U.S. (Mals)
10.55 SBS World News Late.
11.25 Suspect. (Malv)
11.55 Exterior Night. (Premiere, MA15+v) 2.05 Between Two Worlds. (Mals, R) 3.50 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R) 4.40 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. (PG)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Bavarian cuisine is on display.
9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) In the wake of a mafia-related mass casualty event, the team is tasked with keeping the peace at a hospital.
10.10 S.W.A.T. (Mav)
11.10 The Latest: Seven News. 11.40 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGals)
12.40 Miniseries: The Victim. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 Miniseries: Bali 2002. (MA15+lv) 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv) 11.10 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Madv, R) 1.00 Cross Court. (R)
Talking Honey. (R)
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)
A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Dessert Masters. (Return, PGl) Hosted by Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon. 8.50 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 9.50 Taskmaster Australia. (PGls, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson. 11.00 10’s Late News. 11.25 The Project. (R)
6.00
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Last Wave. Continued. (1977, PG) 7.00 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 8.50 Lola. (1961, PG, French) 10.30 Mahana. (2016, M) 12.25pm The Exchange. (2021, M) 2.10 All Roads Lead To Rome. (2015, PG) 3.50 Helene. (2020, PG, Finnish) 6.00 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 7.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 9.30 First Cow. (2019, PG) 11.45 Late Programs.
TUESDAY, October 15
Muster
R) 3.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 4.45 Grand Designs. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Art Club. (PG, R) 10.55 Revolution: Ideas That Changed The World. (Mv, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Have I Got News For You U.S. (Mals, R) 2.50 Plat Du Tour. 2.55 The Weekly Football Wrap. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey: Sri Lanka. (PGa)
8.35 Red Flag: Music’s Failed Revolution: F*** Pirates. Part 1 of 2.
3.55 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Rob & Romesh Vs. 10.25 The Weekly Football Wrap. 10.55 Great Australian Walks. 11.55 Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Outsider: World’s Weirdest Films. 1.00 Gaycation. 1.55 Motherboard. 2.20 Bamay. 2.40 Kickin’ Back. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Abandoned. 6.10 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 10.20 Have I Got News For You U.S. 11.15 Bloodlands. 12.20am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am When Mum
Is Away… With The Family. Continued. (2020, PG, Italian) 7.45 Helene. (2020, PG, Finnish) 9.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 11.35 Keep Going. (2018, M, French) 1.10pm First Cow. (2019, PG) 3.25 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 5.20 Goal! (2005, PG) 7.30 Into The White. (2012, M, Norwegian) 9.30 Chino. (1973, M) 11.20 Speed Kills. (2018, M) 1.15am Cleo From 5 To 7. (1962, M, French) 2.55 Late Programs.
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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.10 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. A young pregnant woman goes missing the day before her emergency C-section. 10.10 Made In Bondi. (Mal) Charlie receives a tempting offer from Bee.
11.15 The Latest: Seven News. 11.45 Chicago Fire. (Mav) 12.45 Your Money & Your Life. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.45
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WEDNESDAY, October 16
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
SBS World News.
7.35 Portillo’s Andalucia. (PG)
8.25 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar: Freedom. (Mal) Part 3 of 3.
9.20 Four Years Later. (Mls) Yash throws himself in to work and study.
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Carmen Curlers. (Mas)
12.55 Romulus. (MA15+av, R)
3.40 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)
4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away.
7.30 The 1% Club UK. Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 Akmal: Open For Renovations. (MA15+l) A stand-up performance by Akmal.
9.45 Australia: Now And Then. (Ma, R) Presented by Shane Jacobson.
10.45 The Latest: Seven News.
11.15 Chicago Fire. (MA15+a)
12.15 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 Human
6.00
THURSDAY,
October 17
6am Bran Nue
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Great Australian Walks. (PG)
8.30 National Parks From Above: Turkey. (PG) A look at Göreme Historical National Park.
9.25 Paris Has Fallen. (M)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Fallen. (Premiere, Malv)
12.30 Wolf. (Malsv, R)
3.45 Paddington Station 24/7. (Ml, R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
MOVIES (32) SBS MOVIES (32)
Dae. Continued. (2009, PG) 6.10 Goal! (2005, PG) 8.20 First Cow. (2019, PG) 10.35 The Legend Of Ben Hall. (2017, M) 1.10pm Chino. (1973, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 5.30 The Emperor’s Club. (2002, PG) 7.30 Defiance. (2008, M) 10.00 The Quick And The Dead. (1995, MA15+) Midnight Late Programs. 6am The Emperor’s Club. Continued. (2002, PG) 7.50 Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 10.05 Into The White. (2012, M, Norwegian) 12.05pm Speed Kills. (2018, M) 2.00 Goal! (2005, PG) 4.10 The Producers. (1967, PG) 5.50 Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 7.30 True Confessions. (1981, M) 9.30 The Hateful Eight. (2015, MA15+) 12.35am Good Time. (2017, MA15+) 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 8.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. Explores life behind bars is like for prisoners Adrian Bayley, Katherine Knight and Simon Gittany.
9.30 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Maria James. (MA15+av, R) Revisits the murder of Maria James.
10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 Soham: Catching A Killer. (Mav, R) 12.00 Magnum P.I. 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
