RESTORATION of a storied steam locomotive is about to begin in Glenreagh.
A grant from the Fires to Flourish program means Tallowood Ventures can fund the necessary repairs to this famous 146-yearold steam engine and carriage.
Both the engine and the carriage are kept undercover in Tallowood’s Glenreagh Shed. Repairs will be undertaken by Tim Elderton of Elderton Engineering Services and certified for the Rail Regulator once complete.
“This will
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q Tim Elderton with steam locomotive 1919.
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once again be able to grace the rail lines at Glenreagh, open to the public,” Tallowood Ventures Chairman Wal Muir told News Of The Area.
Tallowood Ventures is now calling for volunteers to help with cleaning, painting and other work on both the engine and carriage.
The work will be undertaken in August/ September this year.
Steam locomotive ‘1919’ was built in Manchester, England, then shipped to Sydney to commence service in December 1878.
After 92 years of faithful service on country branch lines, including the Glenreagh to Dorrigo line, and in major shunting yards, she was withdrawn from service in January 1971, having steamed 2,313,345 kilometres in NSW Government railways service.
“It is a testament to the English designers and builders, and the Australian tradesmen who maintained her, that she had such a long and active career well into the age of diesel and electric locomotives,” Tim told NOTA.
“Fast forward to today, we feel absolutely privileged to restore this historic locomotive back to life and recreate the atmosphere of what it was like when she rode the rails from Glenreagh to Dorrigo last century.”
Initial inspections conducted by Tim revealed that 1919 is in reasonably good condition.
There are some boiler repairs such as leaking rivets to fix, the steam cover and regulator valve needs to be removed for the
boiler inspector’s internal inspection, and all boiler fittings need to be serviced.
The timber end platform carriage requires a major inspection.
The carriage will also require some carpentry repairs, painting, and interior detailing.
“It is such a rewarding experience to bring back to life an antique steam locomotive and the atmosphere of yesteryear, especially if you’re a history buff, or like tinkering with big toys,” Tim said.
“It takes around eight hours to gently raise steam from cold to full pressure, and bringing a steam behemoth back to life with your own hands is a very rewarding experience.
“Well, at least it is for an engineer like me.”
Volunteers can assist with tasks from cleaning, sanding and painting, to more technical work such as carpentry repairs and assisting fitters carrying out boiler repairs.
“We’re happy to train volunteers not only how to restore and maintain the steam train, but also how to light up and prepare the steam engine and the skill of being the fireman… the coal shoveller,” said Tim.
If you are interested in helping with this exciting project, please contact Tim at info@ tallowoodventures.com with your skills, when you might be available and your contact details.
Logging halted in two forests
By Andrew VIVIAN
DESPITE governments and courts recently cracking down on environmental protests, activists halted logging in two state forests in a week.
Eighteen protesters stopped logging in Orara East State Forest for three hours before two police cars arrived on July 20.
On July 23, protesters entered logging operations at Sheas Nob State Forest and halted the work of two crews and their machines.
"Forests are being decimated here on Gumbaynggirr Country,” activist group spokesperson Dean Curtis said.
“We are in a climate emergency and this is absolute madness that our life support system continues to be flattened.
“The science is on our side.
“We need to leave mature forests alone for threatened species and to halt the ecological crisis we are witnessing unfolding under our eyes.”
Some activists represented the Bellingen Activist Network, with others travelling from
across the Coffs Coast and hinterland.
In response to the protests, a spokesperson for Forestry Corporation NSW said, “Forest operations are active worksites that can be extremely dangerous.
“For the safety of all involved, members of the public should not enter active worksites.
“Forests are closed for this purpose and Police attended the site last week.”
Forestry Corporation noted that the logging operation at Orara East State Forest is harvesting timber from a regrowth forest, “which has been harvested for timber and regrown many times previously”.
q Tallowood Ventures will begin restoration work on historic steam locomotive 1919 and carriage in Glenreagh.
q Activists halted logging operations in Orara East State Forest on July 20.
Photo: Bellingen Activist Network.
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energy, vibrancy, and jobs.”
Ms Williams said her goal is to foster a council that “works with the community, for the community, and not against it”.
“By managing community funds responsibly and focusing on essential services like rates, roads, rubbish and recreation, we’ll innovate and deliver at the highest standards,” she said.
Ms WIlliams is also seeking to take advantage of
the “endless” opportunities the Coffs Harbour bypass will bring to the city.
Running on Ms Williams’ ticket are a number of well known figures from the local community and business sectors.
“We’re all deeply invested in our city and are here to create a brighter future for Coffs Harbour,” the mayoral candidate said.
“Each member of my team, including Cath Fowler, Les Oxford, Gurminda Saro, Matt Gosling, Barbara Haigh, Clinton Hayes, Falak Othman, and Neil Manson, is committed to listening and working with the community to ensure residents’ voices are heard and needs are met.”
A third generation local, Ms Williams has deep roots in
the community.
Her late father, Lawrence Williams, owned Coffs Harbour Freights for 40 years, and her mother, Pam Wiliams, still runs a successful clothing store on Harbour Drive.
“From them, I learned the importance of hard work, kindness, respect, and the value of every dollar,” Ms Williams said.
“It’s this foundation that created my strengths in building relationships, fostering trust, and creating a strong sense of community.
“My leadership style is centred on cultivating a positive culture, mentoring my team, and encouraging ownership to become highperforming and effective.
“As a single mother, I successfully raised triplet
daughters while building a sustainable business from the ground up.”
Growing up in Coffs Harbour, Ms Williams remembers the city as a “thriving hub”, leading the Mid North Coast in tourism and business.
Over the past decade however, she believes neighbouring towns have flourished while her home city has stagnated.
Her stated goal for her mayoral candidacy is to reverse this trend and help Coffs Harbour reach its full potential.
“As a champion of small businesses, I drive energy and collaboration within our business community to create a cohesive and vibrant environment,” Ms Williams
said.
“The community should guide the vision for Coffs Harbour post-bypass.
“We need to encourage big ideas and robust consultation so everyone can contribute to creating a city we are all proud of.
“We must listen to truly understand, not just to tick a box.
“This is how we discover what our community wants and improve the quality of life for the 80,000 people that live here,” she said.
Ms Williams also cited her commitment to the community through her involvement in local sporting clubs, sponsorship of the Pink Silks Trust, International Women’s Day and Sawtell New Year’s Day Fun Run.
q Ms Williams' council election team: Clinton Hayes, Matt Gosling, Barbara Haigh, Les Oxford, Nikki Williams, Cath Fowler, Neil Manson, Gurminder Saro and Falak Othman.
q Nikki Williams will run for mayor at the local government elections in September.
Turtle on the mend
By Andrea FERRARI
NIKKI, a rescued green sea turtle, is making great progress in the care of Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary.
Nikki was found on Boambee Beach in January, entangled in fishing line with an injured flipper, requiring immediate rehabilitation from float syndrome and malnourishment, and eventual surgical intervention to facilitate her return to the wild.
Thanks to the generosity of the community, the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary was able to raise the necessary funds for Nikki’s surgery, which took place with the support of Woolgoolga Vet Clinic in early July.
“We are pleased to report that Nikki is now on the path to recovery and, with continued progress, will be released back into her natural habitat soon,”
Wildlife Sanctuary Managing Director Tiga Cross told
NOTA.
“We are so grateful to the members of the public who read our recent appeal in News Of The Area and came forward to make donations to support Nikki’s rehabilitation through surgery.
“She will now undergo further recuperation, and hopefully be released in a few months’ time, when the weather warms.
“Now, through above and beyond support of the Coffs
Harbour community, we will also be able to fit her with an acoustic tracker, which will provide important data and insights into the behavioural patterns of the species.”
Tiga told NOTA it costs around $1500 to rehabilitate a rescued turtle, with around 200 rescued by the local sanctuary every year.
“As a not-for-profit organisation without ongoing government support, we rely heavily on community involvement to drive our programs and further marine conservation efforts locally and beyond,” said Tiga.
q Nikki the green sea turtle was found on Boambee beach in January, entangled in fishing line with an injured flipper.
q Nikki is on the path to recovery since having surgery which took place with the support of Woolgoolga Vet Clinic.
q Nikki is making great progress two weeks after surgery.
Biodiversity Review response
By Andrew VIVIAN
REVIEWS of the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and the native vegetation provisions of the Local
Services Act 2013 have identified concerns that Mid North Coast conservationists have long held about the effectiveness of environmental laws.
Last Wednesday, the NSW Government released a response to those statutory reviews.
The Government says the response “signals a shift in the way the state fulfills its responsibilities to protect the environment and manage native vegetation across the State, now and into the future”.
It has developed a plan it says will deliver on three key election commitments in this term of government - to reform the biodiversity offsets scheme, to end excess land clearing, and strengthen
environmental protections.
The response is said to be ‘nature positive’, which means the environment is being repaired and regenerated, in contrast with traditional sustainability approaches, which have sought to minimise negative impacts by slowing or stabilising the rate of biodiversity loss.
“We cannot ignore the truth: biodiversity in NSW is in crisis,” Environment Minister Penny Sharpe said.
“Our goal must be to leave nature better off than we have found it.
“It’s clear we need new approaches, and that additional effort must be directed into proactive landscape-scale biodiversity protection, restoration, and management.
“The response sets out our immediate priorities and directions, but this is the start of concerted action, reform, investment.”
However, while the response is replete with references to consultation, acknowledgments and support, a lack of details about timely action have resulted in criticisms of what the Government hoped would be viewed as a positive step forward.
Greens MP and
spokesperson for the environment Sue Higginson said the reviews showed the present Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 is “not meeting its primary purpose of maintaining a healthy, productive and resilient environment, and is never likely to do so”.
“It’s unbelievable we have waited so long for a response that essentially amounts to a promise to fix the dreadfully broken offsets system many months from now,” she said.
“The response acknowledges the depth and breadth of the extinction and biodiversity loss crisis in NSW, then assumes nature can wait for the development of more plans and strategies, but it can’t.
“A crisis requires an emergency response.”
Member for Coffs Harbour and Deputy Leader of the Nationals, Gurmesh Singh,
feels changes are unnecessary however.
"The previous reforms to the State’s native vegetation laws in 2016 ensured environmental protection while allowing farmers to manage their land effectively,” he said.
"Current laws require any significant change to native vegetation on a farm to involve and ultimately gain the agreement of Local Land Services (LLS).
"Existing land use codes and laws deliver proper environmental outcomes and allow farmers to feed and clothe us - we do not need to fight over this again.”
NSW Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said, “The NSW Government is committed to improving the management of native vegetation on private rural land and supporting landholders to improve environmental outcomes and access emerging natural capital markets.
“To support further improvements to native vegetation management on private land, there will be an independent review by the Natural Resources Commission commencing in 2025, to provide Government with advice and options to further protect and restore biodiversity in regional landscapes and enhance value and support for landholders.
“Importantly, we will be working with farmers to deliver the actions outlined in this response to ensure we better protect native vegetation and promote sustainable agricultural production.”
The full Government response is available at www. nsw.gov.au/nsw-plan-fornature
Farmers or landholders who have questions about native vegetation management can contact their closest Local Land Services office: www.lls. nsw.gov.au/i-want-to/contactmy-local-office.
Healthy Ageing Roadshow comes to Coffs
By Andrew VIVIAN
THE Block co-host
Shelley Craft will visit Coffs Harbour next week as part of a Healthy Ageing Roadshow.
The roadshow, presented by Glaxo Smith Kline Australia Pty Ltd (GSK) and the Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW, aims to provide access to important health information to the people of Coffs Harbour, Wauchope, McLean and Kyogle.
It will highlight key health topics relevant to older, regional Australians and provide practical tips to promote long-term wellbeing.
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports those living in regional communities experience health inequities which can lead to poorer health outcomes, higher risk of disease and injury, greater disease
burden, and shorter lifespans.
Regional residents also face significant challenges in accessing health services compared to Australians living in metropolitan areas.
Ms Craft, a well known Australian TV personality, will be joined by specialist GP Dr Lisa Beecham to unpack a range of topics, including: the impact of age-related decline in immunity, having better conversations with your GP, managing chronic conditions and viral diseases (like shingles and RSV), and the importance of nutrition, exercise and mental health.
“You can expect to live 2.2 years longer if you live in a major city and we are hoping to help people address this,” Dr Beecham said.
“We are looking at the areas that people can help themselves to live longer, such as exercise, fall prevention, keeping up vaccinations, good nutrition and social connection.”
The Healthy Ageing Roadshow will be held on Wednesday 31 July at the CWA Hall. Attendance is free.
q Dr Lisa Beecham will discuss strategies for healthy ageing.
Small modular reactors are a 'chimera' for now
By Aaron SHELDRICK, AAP
SMALL modular reactors won't be fully commercially available till the late 2040s at least, an independent grouping of Australia's top technologists says.
Amid the public debate that erupted when the federal opposition announced its nuclear policy in June, the learned academy has released a report examining the reactors from a technology and engineering standpoint and found them wanting.
"They are a chimera at the moment," Katherine Woodthorpe, president of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering, told AAP in an interview.
"They are not something today, where we could buy one and put one in and have it add any value to what we are trying to do in terms of reducing our carbon emissions," she said.
While there is bipartisanship on reaching net zero emissions by 2050, there are stark contrasts in how to get there, with the coalition pledging to build nuclear reactors and the government focusing on renewables and energy storage, with backup from gas plants.
These reactors would typically generate less than 300 megawatts of electricity, while standard nuclear reactors usually have capacity of around 1,000 megawatts, similar in size to an average coal plant.
The academy's report found the least risky option for Australia, if it chose to build small modular reactors, would be to wait until several models have been established and are operating in other OECD countries.
But that situation won't emerge for decades.
"Assuming successful prototype trials, licensed vendor supported commercial releases could occur during the late 2030s to early 2040s and a fully formed market could emerge in the late 2040s," the report says.
It assessed fourteen prototypes being developed in OECD countries and found that none of them had reliable estimates of development and running costs.
"The capital and operating cost claims promoted by developers vary, and could be considered highly speculative as they have not been demonstrated or tested," according to the report.
"We wanted to particularly tackle [the issue] that small modular reactors are being thrown around as some sort of panacea and we wanted to talk about what they are, how they work, are they ready and could we have one tomorrow."
Coalition Leader Peter Dutton announced the uncosted nuclear strategy in June, flagging reactors at coal power station sites in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia.
The policy was met with howls of protests from many quarters, including state premiers and Indigenous leaders.
Small modular reactors, or SMRs, are being bandied about by nuclear proponents as a ready-made solution to providing consistent power supplies and cutting emissions at the same time.
These considerations are important for the public to understand the viability of a technology that will be in place for decades if taken up, Dr Woodthorpe says.
A concert for forests
LOCAL musicians will play a benefit concert to generate funds for the future conservation of the region’s forests.
Musicians will also travel from as far away as Manildra.
The Concert To Save The Forest, organised by Valla Beach musicians Cathy Welsford and Angie Smith, seeks to raise funds to conserve the proposed Great Koala National Park as a habitat for koalas, greater gliders and other endangered native species.
Local groups appearing at the concert include the Wild Women of Anywhere Beach, Korora’s UOK, the Valla Beach Garage Band, and jazz ensemble Blue Gum Blossom.
“The Concert To Save The Forest promises an inspiring afternoon of multiinstrumentalism and sublime vocals, with enchanting harmonies, contemporary home-grown folk songs, some foot-tapping, singalong, old time favourites, and a splendid spread of delectable home-made refreshments,” said Cathy Welsford.
The musicians and Forest Ecology Alliance are calling on the local community to support this charity concert, to be held in Mylestom Hall at 2pm on Sunday 28 July 2024.
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Aprons take on new meaning
By Mary KEILY
THE Coffs Harbour branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) recently held a launch event for the ‘Apron Project’, which raises funds for domestic and family violence (DFV) programs through auctioning unique and handmade aprons.
Since 2015, the Apron Project has raised over $60,000 for women’s shelters by auctioning more than 300 aprons, raising awareness of the growing DFV epidemic.
With 35 years’ experience in event management, Hornsby councillor and CWA member Sallianne McClelland, who founded the Apron Project, spoke to a full
house at the launch.
Attendees came from Coffs Harbour, Woolgoolga and Grafton.
“Some women have disclosed in their apron submissions their personal connection to domestic violence,” Sallianne told NOTA.
“It may have been 20 years ago and it’s still a healing process,” she said.
For Coffs CWA treasurer Mandy Golen an apron conjures up feelings of being nurtured, comforted and protected, as well as reminding her of her mother.
“This project brings a whole new feeling of helping somebody as well,” she told NOTA.
Mandy said initiatives like the Apron Project were opportunities to “stamp out the silence”.
“It’s a safe space for people to open up more here.
“This subject (DFV) was never ever talked about.”
As well as speaking at local clubs, Sallianne took the aprons to shopping centres with a donation box.
“The biggest donations
are from men who have had childhood lived experiences,” she said.
Sallianne said it was important not to isolate people from discussion on DFV issues, including men.
“We must be careful how we approach it because we have a lot of magnificent men out there,” she said.
“It’s about people being able to connect, not just women.”
Diana Wilson, Housing Support Officer at Warrina Women and Children’s Refuge, celebrated the community spirit on display at the launch.
“Coming today has opened up my eyes as to what the community is about and how together we are on the same page in protecting each other against domestic violence,” she said.
Stephanie Davidson, Land Cookery Officer at Coffs CWA, said the project launch reminded her “how far we’ve come and how far we have to go”.
Community members who wish to make and donate an apron can do so until September 30.
An online auction will be held from October 1 to November 1, 2024
Aprons generally have an auction starting bid of at least $100, and this year, more simple aprons can be bought for $25.
Auction aprons received prior to September 1 will travel to Alice Springs to be photographed with women from the Tangentyere Women’s Family Safety Group.
The photo will be sent to the person who made the apron.
q Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos joined the ladies of the CWA for the launch.
q Coffs CWA treasurer Mandy Golden and Apron Project founder Sallianne McClelland.
q Jacq Bella, Pru Young and Diana Wilson from Warrina Women and Children’s Refuge.
q CWA Land Cookery Officer Stephanie Davidson.
Psychological safety at work
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Coffs Coast Safety Network (CCSN) will host a Psychological Safety at Work conference on August 7, unpacking where a worker’s self-care ends and an employer’s duty of care begins.
Themed ‘Mind Matters - Navigating Psychosocial Risks in the Workplace’, the event will be offering insights and practical workshops on managing stress, enhancing workplace culture, and mitigating psychosocial hazards.
“Attendees will learn more about fostering a resilient workplace culture, as well as some practical stress management and emotional regulation techniques,” CCSN’s Nicole Press told News Of The Area.
“Our event is perfect for business managers/ HR representatives/WHS representatives from any industry across the Coffs Coast.
“Past attendees at our events have found these helpful not just to
learn practical safety and wellness information that can be implemented in their workplaces, but also to network and swap safety ideas with other businesses from across the Coffs Coast.
“We are aiming to reach as many employee representatives as possible for this event, as part of our mission of sharing information about Work Health and Safety best practice for a healthier workforce in the Coffs Coast while also reducing workers compensation costs for employers,” she said.
Speaking at the conference will be representatives from SafeWork NSW, icare NSW and The Tapping Room.
Tash Alexander from The Tapping Room will teach people how to use ‘tapping’ to manage stress, enhance decisionmaking, and improve team performance.
SafeWork’s Peter Barron will provide expert advice on managing psychological hazards, including bullying, violence, work overload, job clarity, exposure to trauma
and sexual harassment.
Icare NSW’s Jessica Stacey will share strategies to transform work culture, reduce psychosocial and physical risks, and optimise team performance through evidence-based tools.
Death and Dying expo
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Woolgoolga Death and Dying Community Expo will bring together industry experts in the ‘end of life’ field on Sunday 4 August.
The expo will be hosted by End Of Life Doula Rani Foreman and funeral celebrant Wendy Haynes.
Rani has worked in various roles in the aged care sector since 2012.
It was her father’s death in 2013 that was the catalyst for her deep dive into ‘befriending death’ and later training as an End of Life Doula.
Wendy has worked locally as a family celebrant for nearly 30 years, offering programs to support people to have honest conversations about death and dying.
"Our vision for this year's event is a lively market/expo experience,” Rani told News Of The Area.
“Any and all local businesses, organisations and services in the ‘end of life’ field - death, grief, love,
loss, ageing well, dying well - will come together in one place to chat to attendees and showcase what they offer in our community.
“Our passion is to bridge gaps and bring people together to connect, inspire, educate and have meaningful conversations,” she said.
Experienced in curating a welcoming and warmhearted experience for attendees, Rani and Wendy have developed an approach that respects and encourages all manner of conversations around death.
“Participants tend to walk into a Death and Dying Expo a little hesitant and walk away having had real and meaningful conversations with a clearer understanding as to how they can best prepare for or support someone else’s death,” Rani said.
“Attending the morning’s event will give you an opportunity to chat with some of our very friendly local funeral directors, celebrants, death doulas and
CCSN is a not-forprofit incorporated association run by local volunteers that supports employers by sharing workplace health and wellness knowledge.
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Albanese
and Peter Dutton are struggling to attract a majority of voters to back them as the preferred leader of the respective parties, according to Newspoll.
For more information visit the Coffs Coast Safety Network Facebook page or www. coffscoastsafetynetwork. com.au.
The morning conference will be held on August 7 at C.ex Coffs.
q End Of Life Doula Rani Foreman addresses an expo crowd.
educators, who are very easy to chat with and can answer any questions you have about ageing, death, dying and funeral planning.”
Exhibitors include
funeral services, funeral celebrants, grief counsellors, death doulas, solicitors, aged care services and more.
If you would like to be an exhibitor, please reach
out to Rani on 0473 452 533.
The community is invited to attend this free event at Woopi Community Gardens.
The latest survey for The Australian showed only 28 percent of voters nominated Mr Albanese and Mr Dutton as their preferred leaders of their respective Labor and coalition parties, ahead of five other chosen candidates.
For Labor, Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek was backed by thirteen percent of voters while former leader Bill Shorten was the third pick among voters with ten percent support averaged across all demographics.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers enjoyed only eight percent support.
For the coalition, opposition Indigenous affairs spokeswoman Jacinta Nampijinpa Price was the next most favoured behind Mr Dutton on fourteen percent followed by deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley at six percent.
The poll showed the coalition's primary vote lifted two points to 38 percent while Labor's also rose a point to 33 percent during a difficult fortnight for the government, which included the defection of Senator Fatima Payman to the crossbenches over her support of a Palestinian state.
Support for the Greens remained unchanged at thirteen percent while backing for those in the "others" category - minority parties and independents - dipped two points to ten percent.
The survey showed One Nation was down one point to six percent.
On a two-party-preferred basis, Labor continues to lead the coalition by 51 percent to 49 percentunchanged from the previous poll.
The Newspoll was conducted between July 15 and July 19 and interviewed 1258 voters throughout Australia.
q The Coffs Coast Safety Network will host a conference at C.ex Coffs on August 7 aimed at helping employers reduce their worker compensation premiums.
q A poll suggests 28 percent of voters back Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese as preferred leaders. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS.
Yt DiNGO: From Coffs to Scotland
By Andrea FERRARI
GUMBAYNGGIRR musician
Travers Ross, otherwise known as Yt DiNGO, is preparing to jet off to the UK for a string of shows.
Before he departs however, Trav will swing into Bellingen and his hometown of Coffs Harbour for shows this weekend (26 and 27 July).
Yt DiNGO is an eclectic hybrid artist known for his howling metal melodic vocals, poetic rhymes, storytelling, videos, and unorthodox dance moves.
Billed to deliver a mindbending performance that
defies genres and ignites the senses, Yt DiNGO continues to evolve music that comes from deep within as he embraces his ancestral connections to country.
“My music is not just a performance; it's a transformative experience that celebrates and protects our connection to the land, water, fire, and sky,” Trav told News Of The Area.
Landing just before the tour, his new single ‘Body that Bliss’ was released in mid-July.
“Body that Bliss, my new single, adds even more depth to my repertoire for
the tour,” he said.
Having worked alongside top artists like Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams, and performed at major festivals, Trav is ready to unleash his unique blend of anti-pop, rock, hiphop, roots, and dance to a wider audience.
His journey to Scotland for the tour also offers a unique chance to reconnect with his roots and heritage.
“Scotland is an ancestral connection where some of my blood lines travel to,” Trav said.
“I recently performed there and built a connection with a Gaelic consultant and the land and waters my ancestors walked and drank from.”
Network outage strikes close to home
CASH became king again as another IT network outage hit on Friday 19 July.
This time the impacts were global.
CrowdStrike, a multibillion-dollar cybersecurity firm, had released an erroneous update to its worldwide customers, including Microsoft Windows, which failed to gel
with the latter’s operating systems, resulting in widespread ‘Blue Screens of Death’ (BSOD).
The BSOD occurs when Windows systems cease to function for no clear reason, and were witnessed across all sectors of the economy, from airport check-ins to supermarkets, bank ATMs and the TAB, to emergency
services.
Supermarkets were thrown into temporary pandemonium, as shoppers without cash left unable to buy the basics.
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan says the outage needs to trigger a conversation at a local and national level on how we keep cash in our society.
“Friday’s CrowdStrike failure has only reinforced the importance of maintaining cash in our communities,” Mr Hogan said.
“There are calls from many people to remove cash and move towards a full digital payment system.
“It is also concerning to see reports of banks removing over the counter
deposits and withdrawals from some branches.
“While some people enjoy the convenience of tapping a card or a phone, when it doesn’t work, they are left scrambling and unable to access their own money.
“If you remove cash, it means people have nothing to fall back on.
“Everyday basics such as buying food are impacted.
“Our communities must always have the option of using cash for essential items like water, food and fuel.”
“Cyberattacks and other system failures such as electricity and telecommunications outages are becoming more and more prevalent in a digital world.
q Gumbaynggirr musician Yt DiNGO.
Printers make their mark
By Andrea FERRARI
THE unique art form of printmaking is going on show at Woolgoolga Art Gallery.
The ‘A Printer’s Perspective’ exhibition officially opens at 6pm on Friday 26 July.
The exhibition, a collaboration of well
established and emerging printmakers from Woolgoolga to Nambucca, will showcase a mix of all mediums of printmakinglino, etching, gelli printing, calligraphy and more.
One featured exhibition work is a collaboration of all the artists involved.
Guided by the theme of ‘water’, each artist will print
on two-metre-long pieces of paper that will hang from the gallery roof, creating a three-dimensional installation of unique works.
“Printmakers are an enthusiastic group of people,” exhibition coorganiser Karen Thio told News Of The Area.
“There are many social groups in the area where printmakers meet and print together; there is always plenty of fun and laughter and ink and newcomers are always welcome.”
Printmaking is an old art form, however new techniques and modern content allow for diverse works.
A new technique tested
out for the exhibition involves re-using UHT milk containers.
“The printmakers will be doing demonstrations of this on Saturday 3 August and visitors are welcome to come and see how it’s done,” said Karen.
“This exhibition will be an opportunity for visitors to the gallery not only to view the creations but also to experience the art of printmaking.”
The exhibition runs from Friday 26 July to Sunday 25 August at Woolgoolga Art Gallery, 73 Turon Parade, Woolgoolga.
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q Printmakers Margie Hawton and Alycia Stanley working on their print scrolls.
q An original relief print by Barbara Newby.
q A section of the installation for the Printers Perspective exhibition at Woolgoolga Art Gallery by artists Karen Thio and Alycia Stanley.
Red Cross preps for a party
By Andrea FERRARI
THE MILESTONE of 110 years of the Australian Red Cross (ARC) is being celebrated by the Woolgoolga Branch with a birthday party on Tuesday 13 August at the Woolgoolga Seniors Centre from 2pm.
Thirty-three years of continuous local service by Woolgoolga Red Cross is also being recognised at the celebrations.
Preparations have begun and the Branch is calling out to any past members to get in touch and come along to the party.
“We’re wanting to let people know well in advance of the event so they can spread the word and we can reach as many past members and friends and invite them to come along,” long-time member and Patron of the Branch, Robyn Rooth, told News Of The Area.
The Australian Red Cross was established in 1914 as an immediate response to the beginning of the first World War. It has played a pivotal role in supporting Australians for 110 years.
Sharing snippets of the organisation’s history, Robyn said Red Cross Branches in Coffs Harbour and Woolgoolga were active in those early years, providing financial support and
assistance such as knitting gloves and socks, making cakes and biscuits, rolling bandages, and growing crops.
“The Woolgoolga Branch was active during both the First and Second World War periods,” said Robyn.
“Some time ago I spoke to a lady who was a member back in the 1940s and she said that after the war ended, they decided they should put their new-found experience in organising and fundraising to good local use and they did
things like setting up a school library and a local drama group.
“The current Branch was reformed in 1991 and has operated without interruption since.”
Robyn was one of the inaugural members, joining with her late husband John, along with Lilian EssexClark, who is still an active volunteer.
At the end of the Second World War the Red Cross looked at how they could
Accessibility improvements
THE Morgo Street Reserve in Urunga has received half a million dollars in accessibility improvements through a joint initiative between Bellingen Shire Council and Reflections Holidays.
An application was made to the NSW Government’s Regional Tourism Activation Fund (RTAF) and in 2022,
the Urunga Inclusive Tourism Upgrade project successfully received funding for just shy of half a million dollars.
The improvements include a new fully accessible amenities block, new and upgraded pathways, a wheelchair accessible picnic bench, a new bubbler, and
landscaping works.
“Being able to share our beautiful places and spaces with everyone is so important,” said Bellingen Shire Council Mayor Steve Allan.
“These improvements will ensure the Urunga foreshore is inclusive and accessible for all – whether that is a parent with a pram or someone with mobility equipment.”
q The improvements include a new fully accessible amenities block.
best utilise the support and reputation that had grown during those years.
“Some of the roles taken on by volunteers then included long term assistance for returned service men dealing with the wounds and trauma of their service, provision of a blood service, training in first aid, tracing services to reconnect families displaced by war, the provision of milk for school children, and after-school
tuition.
“It became clear that the Red Cross had a real and important role to play in assisting vulnerable Australians.
“Currently there are over one million Red Cross members, volunteers, partners, staff, donors, blood donors and supporters acting for humanity across the country,” she said.
The Woolgoolga Red Cross Branch has over 80 members and provides
several services across the community, including the Hands On program at the retirement village, the monthly Friendship Afternoon Teas for seniors, hundreds of hand-knitted Trauma Teddies distributed across doctors, dentists and Coffs Harbour hospital, and the Emergency Services team which provides recovery and resilience services for the survivors of various disasters.
q Australian Red Cross Woolgoolga’s recently elected Branch Executive for 20242025: Secretary Judy Boyle, President Kerry Chaffey, Treasurer Margaret Murphy and Vice President Helen Michener. Vice President Sue Perry was absent.
q Woolgoolga Red Cross Trauma Teddy Coordinator Doreen Liddle.
Soldier celebrates 100
By Andrea FERRARI
BORN in Chatswood in 1924, World War
Two veteran David Martin celebrated his 100th birthday on Sunday 21 July at the Sawtell RSL Club.
“What a great 100th birthday celebration we had yesterday at Sawtell RSL, surrounded by loving family and friends from near and far,” said David’s son, Greg Martin. said David’s son Greg Martin.
Following his schooling, David began work with Shaffer and Company in Sydney before enlisting in the
Australian Army in September 1942.
He went on to serve with the 2/2nd Machine Gun Battalion in the South-West Pacific.
From 1945, David's unit was involved in one of the ‘Oboe’ operations, resulting
in the liberation of significant parts of Japanese-held Borneo.
While serving, David formed a long-term friendship with Norm ‘Bluey’ Wills, who he kept in touch with for many years.
David discharged from the
Army in September 1946 and returned to his pre-war job.
Each year David marches in the Anzac Day parade in Sydney.
“He still marches the whole way,” said Greg.
David was married to Nanette for 60 years, until her
Radio mentor departs role
By Andrea FERRARI
AFTER five years mentoring broadcast stars of the future, 104.1 CHYFM’s Angie Vaughan has departed the community notfor-profit radio station.
In May 2019, Angie took a leap of faith and moved from Melbourne to Coffs Harbour to take the position of station manager at 104.1 CHYFM.
“Having been in the broadcasting industry for over 45 years, this was the perfect job for me to continue my long industry association in broadcasting and give back – just like others have to me when I was at school and fascinated by radio,” she told
NOTA.
“My journey with 104.1 CHYFM has been a monumental fiveyear endeavour, which, despite all the challenges and unprecedented circumstances, has been a job I have thoroughly enjoyed.
“When I first arrived, the station lay abandoned, filled with broken furniture, outdated IT systems, antiquated studio equipment, and lacking basic facilities,
infrastructure for safety and unstructured governance.
“It functioned more as a drop-in centre than a professional community broadcasting hub, with volunteers lacking training, structure and mentoring.”
From early on, Angie saw an opportunity to get the station back to its core values.
When a Salvation Army pastor, the late John Townsend, started the station in 1973, it was to provide local
young people with life skills and a sense of connection to the community.
“It was about entertainment, inspiration, information, education and being the voice of youth in the community.”
A pivotal grant from the Community Broadcasting Foundation enabled significant upgrades to the facilities and equipment, including outside broadcasting capabilities and improved transmission equipment.
“104.1 CHYFM is now modernised with stateof-the-art digital studios, and industry-standard broadcast equipment –giving on-air volunteers real-life experience, secure IT infrastructure, and comprehensive training programs.”
104.1 CHYFM Board Treasurer Melodye Howard told NOTA, “Angie has been a brilliant asset to the station.
“What she’s been able to achieve in such a short space
of time, with limited resources and through unprecedented circumstances has been extraordinary.
“All the young people she trained, mentored and supported on air have certainly grown in confidence and benefited from her experience, knowledge and dedication.”
Accolades for her work in the community have since flooded in – from students, members, sponsors and volunteers.
Bishop Druitt College (BDC) Principal Nick Johnston told NOTA, “Angie has been instrumental in providing both on-air and off-air training to our students, fostering a practical and engaging learning environment.
“Her dedication to mentoring and developing young talent in the field of broadcasting has not only enriched our media programs but has also instilled confidence and skills in our students that will benefit them in their future endeavours.”
In addition to her direct contributions to BDC’s educational programs,
passing in 2014.
The couple had three children.
When David was younger, he enjoyed walks and bushwalking with his family.
Living comfortably in Bonville, he now likes to read, keep his home tidy and mow the lawn.
He is an avid reader and still drives his car.
David credits his longevity to his positive attitude, being active and a healthy lifestyle.
One of his favourite sayings is: “If your feet hit the floor in the morning, it's a good day.”
Noting David’s special day, Minister for Veterans Affairs and Defence Personnel Matt Keogh wished him a happy birthday on his Facebook page.
Angie played a pivotal role in strengthening the relationship between the college and the community.
“Through her position at 104.1 CHYFM, she has facilitated numerous fundraising events, providing our students with opportunities to participate and contribute to local youth radio,” Mr Johnston said.
Reflecting on her tenure, Angie says she takes immense pride in her achievements at 104.1 CHYFM.
“There are some significant people who have been so supportive of the station and myself, including Peter Richardson from Faircloth & Reynolds; Matt, Bec and all the team at TechAddicts; Nick Johnston, Principal of Bishop Druitt College; Tiga Cross from the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary; and Andre Boyer, who organises the station's biggest fundraiser – the John Townsend Golf Classic.”
Angie thanked sponsors and volunteers and proudly farewells Coffs Harbour as she returns to Melbourne at the end of July.
q David Martin proudly marches in the Anzac Day parade in Sydney.
q World War Two veteran David Martin has celebrated 100 years.
q Family members Alicia and Deb with David at his 100th birthday party at Sawtell RSL.
q David Martin celebrating his 100th birthday with family members Grace, Millie, Greg, Samuel and Aimie.
q Former station manager at 104.1 CHYFM, Angie Vaughan farewells her role and Coffs Harbour.
WHAT'SVIBIN'
Orchestra sports Parisian theme
By Andrea FERRARI
INSPIRED by Paris hosting the 2024 Olympics, Coffs Harbour City Orchestra will bring their new concert, Ooh La La, to Woolgoolga on 4 August.
“We’ll be playing lots of sports music such as ‘Chariots of Fire’, ‘Eye of the Tiger’, ‘We are the Champions’ and ‘Olympic Spirit’, as well as a variety of well-known French music such as the ‘CanCan’, ‘La Marseillaise’, ‘Les Misérables’ and the ‘Bolero’,” said the orchestra’s Cathie McIntyre.
Fresh to their repertoire, almost all the musical items for this concert are new
purchases for the orchestra.
“If you want to be inspired to greatness, these sports tunes are certainly emotive,” she said.
The Olympic-themed concert will be held at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
“This venue is a local example of what we can achieve when we aspire to greatness and work together,” orchestra secretary Pam Fayle told NOTA.
“The Woolgoolga community worked for ten years or so to make this centre happen.
“It’s a real community effort with all sorts of local groups and individuals having a role in the design
as well as pledging funding.”
While federal, state and local government funds were crucial to build the centre, many community groups contributed substantial funds too, including the Rotary Club of Woolgoolga, the Sikh community, the Chamber of Commerce and more.
The Ooh La La concert takes place on Sunday 4 August at 2pm at the Wiigulga Sports Complex in Woolgoolga.
The orchestra will perform the same concert on Saturday 3 August for the residents of Marian Grove Retirement Village.
Explore council services
CITY of Coffs Harbour will hold its first ever Open Day on Sunday 11 August at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium precinct, featuring everything from heavy machinery demonstrations through to merchandise giveaways and fun activities for the kids.
“The variety and breadth of services provided by the City must be seen to be comprehended,” City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos said.
“The range of skills, products and services is enormous, and it touches every aspect of daily life.”
The Open Day will also showcase the various work opportunities with Council.
“If you’re a school leaver or looking to change up your career and make a difference in the community, mark your diary as you’ll discover how to stay abreast of all the work opportunities at the City, including apprenticeships and traineeships,” City of Coffs Harbour General
Manager Natalia Cowley said.
“As an organisation we are ambitious in what we deliver for the community and that includes an appetite to engage with people who want to be part of the journey.”
Entry to the Open Day is free and food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
The Open Day will run from 10am to 2pm.
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BELOVED children’s TV program Play School is hitting the road, bringing a live show to Sawtell on August 3.
Kids Promotions, in collaboration with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, is behind the brand new show - Let's Play Together.
Step into the enchanting world of Play School's games room, where two of your favourite presenters and the beloved toys – Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima, and Humpty - will take you on a journey filled with surprises.
“Let’s Play Together is not just a show, but a celebration of the joy of fun and games with friends,” promoters say.
“Immerse yourself in the wonders of delightful games, catchy songs, and enchanting stories; this adventure is bound to create lasting memories for children and parents alike.
“Just like the cherished television program, our concert is thoughtfully paced for children, offering a perfect blend of lively tunes to dance to and quiet moments for pure observation.”
The familiar faces of show presenters and beloved toys, combined with engaging content, promise an interactive experience that will have the young audience actively participating throughout.
q The familiar faces of show presenters and beloved toys, combined with engaging content, promise an interactive experience that will have the young
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OPINION & LETTERS HYPOTHETICAL
Taking a Legal Look
By Manny WOOD
Friendship and financial ruin
JESSICA and Elyse were the best of friends.
Jessica recently triumphed over a life-threatening illness and decided to chase her long-held dream of opening a small business specialising in flowers and cakes.
Jessica's dream began to take shape when she secured a $50,000 loan from the bank but despite this achievement, she still found herself $80,000 short and also in need of a guarantor for her lease.
She turned to her trusted friend, Elyse.
Elyse lent Jessica the additional money and signed on as the guarantor for the lease.
Business flourished.
However, fate dealt Jessica a cruel hand when she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Unable to work, Jessica faced mounting financial obligations: the bank loan, the repayment of Elyse’s loan, and the lease commitments.
In a desperate bid to support their daughter, Jessica’s parents, despite their modest means, managed to scrape together enough money to cover the bank loan repayments. Yet, the landlord soon initiated legal proceedings against Jessica for unpaid rent and the costs associated with refitting the premises.
Simultaneously, Elyse, now pregnant and in financial need, demanded Jessica to repay her loan.
Overwhelmed by her financial woes and with no viable solutions in sight, Jessica filed for bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy brought a temporary respite for Jessica, but it spelled disaster for Elyse.
As the guarantor of Jessica’s lease, Elyse found herself the target of the landlord’s legal actions, accountable for the outstanding rent and the refitting costs, notwithstanding that Elyse would not be able to recover the balance of the loan.
Elyse’s act of supporting a friend’s dream turned into a financial nightmare, highlighting the importance of thoroughly understanding the legal implications of being a guarantor and lending money without any form of security.
Jessica’s story serves as a reminder of how unforeseen circumstances, such as illness, can derail even the best-laid plans.
In the end, both friends were caught in a web of legal and financial turmoil, showcasing the need for careful business and legal planning when navigating business ventures and personal loans.
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.
Koalas riding Alsatians
DEAR News Of The Area,
HAVING coffee with a new friend, I was intrigued to hear her story of her first job.
Trained as a wildlife officer, she was employed about 30 years ago at a tourist attraction in QLD, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Her job was to train baby koalas to ride on the backs of Alsatian dogs!
The baby koalas would be screaming in terror, until with constant repetition, ‘the spirit was gone from them’ and they complied.
This was the big tourist draw card!
We look back now and view such acts as inhumane and cruel.
Koala hugging (holding them) has only recently been banned at Lone Pine, as it is acknowledged as being too stressful for the koalas.
To think back of the eight million koalas shot for their lucrative pelts from 1888 to 1920, reminds us that this was their land. They were very widespread and lived here in peace until then.
What will future generations think of our complacency at destroying the last chance for the survival of the koala, by continuously logging their much-needed Great Koala Park.
Knowing fragmenting the remnant populations will be their death knell, as all the science tells us they need connective corridors for bigger gene pools and options during climate change for them to survive.
Let the Minns Government know they need to keep their promises.
Can you imagine Australia without koalas?
Regards, Louise CRANNY, Bellingen.
A difference of opinion
DEAR News Of The Area,
I ATTENDED the Bellingen Shire Council entrance courtyard on Wednesday 24 April to support the Greens submissions requesting the council pass two motions.
One supported stopping logging and another for a ceasefire in Gaza; a few of us got together to take a photo and we chanted to stop the logging at Pine Creek.
A bloke called out to me and stated we were wrong about Pine Creek, an exchange which included that the logging had been going on for 80 years, that he had lived in Bellingen for 79 years and that he knew more about it than I.
He was sick of new people coming in and I was dismissed when he told me to go back to the others, which I declined. He asked if I had taken a day off to come here and then asked if I was going to show some respect tomorrow, which was Anzac Day.
I have only lived in the Bellingen area for about four years, am 69 years of age, retired and work a small farm, plus putting effort into saving our precious forests for our beautiful wildlife and future generations.
Forest protectors regularly have these comments aimed at them, but it was the
On theCouch
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
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DEAR Jasminda,
MY husband Glenn enjoys making spontaneous arrangements whereas I am someone who needs to plan.
An example would be, 'I just had a call from Pete and Jude. They're dropping in sometime today.'
He thinks I should be more easy going. What do you think?
Ursula R.
Dear
Ursula,
I'M going to deviate from stereotypical male/female roles, because I'm sure there are many men out there who also need to feel organised before guests arrive, but from my experience, there is usually one person in a couple who runs around like a lunatic, dusting cobwebs, plumping cushions, lighting scented candles, whipping together grazing plates, and ensuring the bathroom is open-heartsurgery sterile.
Then, there's the other party who says, 'Sure Pete, come on over, I think there's a six-pack in the fridge. We'll rustle up a feed. Hey Ursula, Pete's coming over. Pete, bring Jude. Are your kids home? We'd love to see them. How are Johnny's tennis lessons going? Maybe we could have a friendly volley in the backyard. Ursula, have you seen my tennis racket?'
This is often thrown on Ursula (or her equivalent) when she's just emptied the entire contents of the pantry for its annual spring clean, or she's plonked herself on the lounge to binge on Bridgeton and Pete and Jude are not on her radar.
Now they are.
suggestion about me not respecting Anzac Day which really hurt, so I told him a short version of my family's WW2 story.
Mum was in her early twenties when war broke out and it had only been a couple of years when her older and then younger brothers enlisted, with one dying in 1942 and the other in 1943.
In late 1943 Mum enlisted and was selected to serve in Rabaul, PNG, assisting in the hospital.
I think of Mum from time to time, but Anzac Day is important to remember what happened during those years; the feats, the bravery, the suffering and the tragedy of the war.
The people defending our forests receive quite a few comments, a lot of waves and toots from supporters and others that use words, physical assault, intimidation, threats, drive close and at speed, fingers and damage protestors’ cars to show their thoughts.
When forest protectors talk, we collectively want a just and fair transition for forestry workers and their families.
We believe keeping native forest and developing plantations will achieve outcomes that will work for all sides without damaging our environment.
We acknowledge that change is not always comfortable.
I hope this story shows there are a lot of misconceptions about people that are fighting
She's wondering if Jude is still lactose-intolerant and whether they'll end up staying the night, which will require changing the sheets in the spare bedroom.
She's wondering if the ladder is handy so she can get to the mezzanine, which is where she last saw the tennis rackets.
She's wondering whether she can throw together a meal, get to the bottle shop, shave her legs and/or feign a migraine.
There is really only one answer here, and that's to have an adult conversation about your different personalities and how you can both adjust to make socialising a pleasure for all those involved (including Pete and Jude, who are certain to sense tension in the air when you aim for Glenn's head during the social game of tennis).
Carpe diem, Jasminda
to protect our forests and even though we have differences in opinion on one issue that doesn’t mean we don’t share the same opinions and values about other issues.
Regards, Colin HUTTON, Thora.
OPINION & LETTERS
Stop surrendering your pets
DEAR News Of The Area,
I FEEL like the general public has no idea what the animal crisis currently is!
So here is an update:
- The animal shelters are full
- The rescues are full
- No kill shelters are full
- Council pounds are full
- Adoptions are at an all-time low
PLEASE stop shooting the messenger.
The current debate about nuclear and renewable energies has brought to the fore
DEAR News Of The Area,
A POLL running alongside the Council elections in September will give the residents of Coffs Harbour, for the first time, a formal say on the State Government’s proposal to sell off their land holdings at the Jetty foreshore to a private developer.
- Surrender intake is at an all-time high
- Euthanasia for space is at an all-time high
Rescues and shelters are getting large numbers of calls and emails every day from people wanting to surrender their animals.
It is not limited to moggies and mutts, purebred dogs are being surrendered too!
Breeders are surrendering entire litters, parents included.
the unwarranted criticism of the CSIRO.
Don’t let Trumpism get a hold here where if you don’t like the answer it becomes ‘fake news’.
The CSIRO organisation was first
They are not selling.
Puppies, pregnant moms, and good young pets are being euthanized daily.
There is no space.
The chances that there is a ''really nice'' home just waiting for your dog or cat are slim.
Please spay/neuter your pet.
Train your dog and give it something to do. They are fine being home while you work. They sleep most of the day anyway.
Thank you Coffs Harbour Shooting the messenger
DEAR News Of The Area,
OVER the past week the Coffs Harbour region played host to the Australian Secondary Schools 18 Years National Rugby League Championship.
The decision to bring this championship to Coffs Harbour this year was based on a host of reasons linking sport and education, including the world-class sporting infrastructure, a history of excellence in hosting similar events, excellent training and rehab facilities, a central location for
The endless try-on Nuclear debate facts
DEAR News Of The Area,
WHILE we certainly need to debate nuclear power, it should be on the basis of actual verifiable facts and not on misleading figures from a certain media group's campaign pushing nuclear power as a distraction against renewable energy and electric vehicles.
As your correspondent said, there are currently only three working Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in the world, in China and Russia.
We know nothing of their cost, power output and cost, use of water, safety or decommissioning costs.
The 21MW irradiation reactor at Lucas
The opponents of this plan are often belittled as being of an older generation.
Maybe they can remember thirty years plus of venal governments trying to soft soap us into agreeing to this outrageous sell-off of priceless public land.
The only difference this time is the slickness of their taxpayer funded marketing
muted in 1916 and came into being in 1920 and has been delivering unbiased research results to governments ever since.
It never was, is or should be considered to be a Government funded organisation
campaign.
Each time they have been thwarted by the blatant unsuitability of the land for mass residential development and push back from the people of Coffs.
Many older citizens undoubtedly also recall that the Bjelke-Petersen government was determined to sell off the Expo 88 site for commercial development and their plan foundered solely on the rock of mass public opposition.
There isn't magically someone who has more time or can take better care.
Stop trying to rehome them or surrender them to the shelter because you don't have time.
If you need help, there are organisations that can help with food and possibly medical. And/or direct you to an organisation that can.
Please keep your pet.
Regards, Sally ROGERS, HappyPaws Haven.
to deliver advice to governments that they want to hear.
If you can’t verify your ‘facts’ don’t justify them by decrying others.
Regards, Peter FARQUHAR, Coffs Harbour.
This land is now Southbank, the community heart of Brisbane and its greatest tourist attraction. Exactly what the Jetty foreshore should be for us.
We can only hope the people of Coffs stand up once again in September and, for the future of their city, say NO to this unconscionable and relentless try-on.
Regards, Frank SCAHILL, Coffs Harbour.
Reality of safe seats
incoming teams, suitable accommodation and hosting facilities and large scale venues to host functions associated with the event.
As teams, officials and supporters now leave the Coffs region to return home, it is not just the facilities that are etched in our memories of the event.
We are indeed so grateful to the many people who provided the locally based proficiency and support that was essential to achieving such a successful outcome.
The expertise of the dedicated team of C.ex Stadium event coordinators and ground staff, the Coffs NRL development officer and local rugby league team
Heights produces medical isotopes, not power, so this unit is about one fourteenth the size of an SMR, which are rated at 300MW and above.
The fact is, there are solar and wind batteries being built in Australia right now with capacities above this 300MW.
These batteries soak up rooftop solar in the middle of the day and time shift it to the evening peak.
The biggest current battery in Australia when complete is 560 MW and 2240 MWh.
There are 98 identified SMR technologies still undergoing development around the world.
Their time frames are unclear in a mire of legislative, regulatory, financing, licensing,
GURMESH Singh (NOTA letter dated 5/7/24) simply indicates the harsh reality of what happens in the real world of politics.
Safe seats like ours suffer from neglect from both major parties.
Neither see the sense in wasting unnecessary funding by allocating it to a
administrators was vital in ensuring the championship proceeded in difficult weather conditions, and the C.ex Club event coordinator then excelled in hosting the main functions associated with the championships.
design, industry skills, waste disposal, fuel supply and community acceptance issues.
Each is expected to cost roughly $1.54.5 billion, but none have ever been built to budget or on time.
As for solar and wind "carpeting the countryside, taking vast tracts of farmland out of production..." the fact is that just 1200 square km can meet all Australia's solar and wind energy needs.
That is 0.02 percent of Australia.
For perspective this is less than three times the area currently occupied by the almond industry, and on non-arable land and using no water.
I, for one, can do without almonds if that is what it takes to deal with our existential challenge.
The UK's flagship Hinkley nuclear power plant was announced in 2007 with an
"safe" or "unwinnable seat". Cry as you wish about the lack of funding for the area, but nothing will change until the seat becomes marginal.
Thank you Coffs Harbour.. we came with a plan, you made it happen.
Regards, Phil TOBIN, Co-convenor.
estimated completion date of ten years and a cost of £9 billion, financed by France and China.
However, it remains unfinished, with the latest estimated completion date being 2031, and the cost has now risen to a staggering £92.5 billion, not including the costs of 100 years of decommissioning and decontamination that may be required.
If completed, it will produce the equivalent of about six of the big batteries mentioned above.
In my view, the world has moved on and nuclear simply doesn’t make sense any more, if it ever did.
Regards, Howard DENGATE, Safety Beach.
DEAR News Of The Area,
DEAR News Of The Area,
Regards, Bob CAMERON, Coffs Harbour.
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Applications open for Costa program
By Mike HELY
APPLICATIONS for Costa’s 2025 graduate intake are now open.
Costa is one of Australia’s leading fresh fruit and vegetable growers and has a strong local presence, particularly through its berry operations north of Coffs Harbour.
Costa offers graduate programs that it says aim to develop leaders of the future by providing an intensive hands-on and educational experience across key produce groups, departments, locations or functions over a twelve to eighteen-month period.
There are three options within the graduate intake, including a rotational graduate program, category
graduate program and specialised graduate positions.
The company offers hands-on training on-farm, coupled with leadership and development training.
Successful applicants are given the opportunity to accelerate their career and gain exposure to opportunities for networking across different categories and regions, with access to senior leaders and developmental guidance.
A current member of the Costa Graduate Program, Emma Knowles, said the program had been the perfect platform to help develop her skills within the agricultural industry.
“I’ve really benefitted from all the experience and knowledge I’ve gained both
in agricultural skills and professional development, and the opportunity to travel to different Costa sites around Australia and a broad range of commodities, all while working in a supportive, welcoming environment,” Ms Knowles said.
“I eagerly look forward to all the opportunities yet to come.”
To be eligible, applicants must be in their final year or have recently finished a Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree.
Favoured are degrees in:
• Agricultural Science
• Horticulture
• Agribusiness
• Business, with an interest in agri/
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• Science, with an interest in agri/ horticulture
By Aiden BURGESS
AFL North Coast’s best juniors have spent their school holidays representing the region in Coffs Harbour.
North Coast Force representative teams competed in the annual Northern NSW Championship, over three big days of footy at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.
North Coast Force took on Central Coast, Hunter, and Illawarra teams across six age groups; Under 13, Under 15 and Under 17 boys and girls.
Illawarra won the Simon Smyth Cup for the second straight year, by virtue of having the most wins at the carnival.
North Coast Force Under
15 Boys coach Adrian Carle was ecstatic with his team’s performance.
“We’ve had a fantastic Championships, it’s the most successful Under 15s team since we’ve been doing the Force program,” he said.
“We had five wins and one loss; the loss in our first game was a bit disappointing, but after that the boys bounced back and dug deep and showed resilience and haven’t lost a game since.
“We won every game by at least six or seven goals; it was a dominant performance and really impressive.
“One of the most pleasing things was they dug deep, they brought the pressure, put pressure on the ball carrier, put pressure on the man - they did everything I asked for and I couldn’t ask
for more.
“They played to our game style which was fast, free football, and they followed the instructions to the letter and the results spoke for themselves.
“I couldn’t be prouder of the boys and couldn’t be prouder of what they delivered.”
The Force coach highlighted why his side was so dominant.
“Their skill levels all week,” he said.
“They were good below the knees, they were hitting targets, they were hitting marks, but on the flipside apart from being offensive, their defensive pressure was amazing, they just did not let the opposition get a kick or handball out.
“The offensive and
• Human Resources. Applications are open until August 15.
More information is
available at costagroup. com.au/growyourcareer/ graduateprogram.
Seahorses end Roosters’ run Force teams compete at Northern NSW Championship
By Aiden BURGESS
WOOLGOOLGA Seahorses have ended the Nambucca Roosters’ winning run, becoming the first team to beat the ladder leaders this season.
The Seahorses won 2218 against the Roosters at home during Round 12 of the Tooheys New Group 2 Rugby League first grade season.
The defending premiers currently sit in third spot on
the ladder one point behind the Sawtell Panthers, while the Nambucca Roosters have already wrapped up the minor premiership, with two rounds to go before this season’s finals series.
Coffs Harbour Comets kept their finals hopes alive with a 22-16 win at home against the Macksville Sea Eagles.
South Grafton Rebels edged out the Grafton Ghosts 18-16 in their local derby.
Macksville Sea Eagles reserves kept their undefeated season going, beating the Coffs Harbour Comets 32-6 in their top of the ladder clash.
Woolgoolga Seahorses maintained third spot on the ladder with a 38-32 win against Nambucca Heads, and South Grafton Rebels were 24-8 winners against the Grafton Ghosts.
Woolgoolga Seahorses Women’s Tackle Team
defensive pressure was elite,” he said.
Coach Carle said junior footy on the North Coast was thriving.
“I remember when I started here five or six years
consolidated their place in the top four with a 18-16 win against the Nambucca Roosters.
South Grafton Rebels maintained third spot on the ladder after thumping the Grafton Ghosts 54-0.
Macksville Sea Eagles Under 18s maintained top spot on the ladder after a 30-16 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets.
Grafton Ghosts maintained third spot on
q The North Coast Force Under 15 Boys.
ago, we’d be making up the numbers at this carnival,” he said.
“Now we have got teams that are dominating, and the development program and the elite talent pathway it
the ladder beating the South Grafton Rebels 20-16, and the Nambucca Roosters had a 3418 win against the Seahorses.
The penultimate round of the season is set to be decided this weekend.
Sawtell Panthers and Nambucca Roosters face off in their top of the ladder clash on Sunday afternoon at Rex Hardaker Oval.
Coffs Harbour Comets host the Grafton Ghosts, and the Woolgoolga Seahorses travel to take on the South Grafton Rebels.
First grade ladder.
opens up for these kids is second to none, because it gives them a chance to play elite football and against elite talent from other strong leagues, which can only be good for them.”
q Emma Knowles, a current member of the Costa Graduate Program.
Indigenous Round success
By David WIGLEY
AFTER a heartfelt Welcome to Country by Matt Flanders, accompanied by the haunting notes of the didgeridoo, the Urunga Raiders stormed into action, scoring within the first ten seconds of their matchup with the Coffs City United Lions.
It was an inspired opening that clearly signaled the Raiders' intent, with Lachlan Indian-Manning rifling the
ball into the net straight from the kickoff.
The Raiders kept up the pressure throughout the first half, threatening to increase their lead on several occasions.
Stand-in coach Ethan Hocking later shared the rallying message he had delivered in the dressing room at halftime.
"The main thing we talked about at halftime was to keep working for each other
and putting in the effort all around," Hocking said.
"Communicate with each other in constructive ways.
“Stick to our game plan, and the result will come our way.
“Never give up on the ball, always compete for the full 90 minutes."
The second half mirrored the first, with a fired-up Raiders team winning the lion’s share of 50/50 tackles and maintaining relentless
Urunga Raiders put in an inspired performance in Indigenous Round.
Ready to Rumble
THE third Rumble in the Jungle Trail Run is being hosted by Coffs Trail Runners on Sunday 4 August.
The event takes place at Ulong with runners exploring the rainforest and waterfalls of Bindarri National Park.
Distances range from a one kilometre (km) kids run all the way up to a 50 km ultramarathon.
The event has sold out, with almost double the number of runners than in the 2023 event.
Event Director Keelan Birch said the Ulong event was “growing from strength to strength”.
"We have 250 runners between the 21 km, 30 km and 50 km distances and a further 150 runners between the eight km and one km kids run.
“Runners are travelling from across NSW to explore the Coffs Harbour hinterland as well as many locals.”
Spots are still available in the eight km and kids run.
Spectators, friends and families are welcome to attend.
More information can be found at https:// coffstrailrunners.com/ rumble-in-the-jungle/
pressure.
The Lions fought back with strong plays from Blake Townsend and Caleb Lokpo, but it was Indian-Manning who sealed the three points for the Raiders with his second goal of the match for a 2-0 victory.
In a public statement, Urunga FC emphasised the
significance of the Indigenous Round.
"This weekend has been a significant one for our club, filled with fantastic wins and a strong display of the incredible culture we cherish here at Urunga FC.
“We are incredibly proud of the welcoming and respectful atmosphere
created by our members and the wider community.”
The Raiders' performance on the field was a testament to their dedication and unity, reflecting the spirit of the Indigenous Round and the club's commitment to celebrating and respecting the rich cultural heritage that defines their community.
Coffs hosts Australian Championship
By Aiden BURGESS
AUSTRALIA's finest kart racers have pursued the coveted chequered flag and podium positions over four huge days of racing in Coffs Harbour.
Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club hosted Round 4 of the Australian Kart Championship, the first time the club had hosted the prestigious event.
James Cittolin was one of the 400 drivers who converged on Coffs Harbour to test their racing skills against the country’s best.
The fourteen-year-old from Lismore enjoyed racing on the new upgraded track.
“It’s my first-time racing on the new layout here, and it’s pretty good now, it’s longer,” he said.
“We were going alright sitting in the top 10 around 7th, and
then got shuffled in the final and ended up a bit further back in 17th.”
Despite his young age, James said he had previous experience racing at the national level.
“I’ve done multiple years of the Championship before this, it’s my fourth-year racing in the Australian Championship,” he said.
“My Pop was into motorsport, and Dad’s a mechanic, so that’s what got me into motorsport.
“I just love driving and the competition, and the Championship is a good place to start.”
The final round of the Australian Kart Championship is set to be held on 29 August-1 September at Oakleigh, Victoria.
q James Cittolin and his father Carl.
q A Welcome to Country was followed by a traditional Smoking Ceremony.
q The
q Runners will explore the rainforest and waterfalls of Bindarri National Park.
North Coast Force women play representative game
THE AFL North Coast women have played a representative match for the first time since before COVID.
Saturday saw the North Coast Force women travel down to Newcastle to face an AFL North West outfit.
Captained by Northern Beaches player Britt Hargreaves, the Force faced not only a strong opponent but a windy cross-breeze that saw play more often than not trapped on one side of the oval.
A physical struggle between the two teams combined with the tricky conditions saw the half time score being the North West Blue Heelers kicking the only score of the half, a goal to Melanie Young in the first 30 seconds of the match.
Christine Kirby from Port Macquarie was proving strong both in defence and in the middle while Hargreaves
led her team strongly.
Sawtell/Toormina’s Nellie O’Dwyer displayed a high work rate while young Magpie Charlotte Priest earned possessions through strong tackling.
The contest opened up after the interval as the combatants tried to find extra space and North West extended its lead to 14 points at the final break thanks to another goal to Young.
The North Coast enjoyed more inside 50 entries in the final term and were able to get on the board via a goal by Gabbi Boyle from the Blues.
The Blue Heelers had the better of the day and deservedly won 4.2 (26) to 1.1 (7).
Gunnedah player Laura Ewington was named as the best player on the ground while Kirby was announced as the best player of the Force.
Finals spots booked
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Basketball Association's top teams have earnt semi-final spots and top positions during the final round of the senior winter season.
The Chihuahuas had a 56-39 win in the final round of the Men’s A Grade season.
Matthew France and Nicholas Nugent both scored 17 points each for the winners.
Thunderbirds clinched top spot on the Men’s B Grade ladder with a 60-51 win against Bang Bros.
Nicholas Tobin top scored for the minor premiers with 24 points.
White Chocolate
finished in second spot on the ladder after a 59-40 win against Unstoppaballs.
Joe Greer top scored with 26 points for the winners.
Can’t Catch A Breath finished third on the ladder with a 41-38 win against Classy Courts.
Flynn Taylor had a game high 24 points.
Tat One Team finished fourth on the ladder with a 85-24 win against Sixteens, Zane Campbell top scoring for the winners with 18 points.
Pineapple Express finished top of the Men’s C Grade ladder, beating Clips 51-30.
The Bears finished second on the ladder
beating Mantas 63-36, Joshua Rose top scoring with 22 points.
Chiroraptors were also winners in the final round beating Mantastic 55-27, Gunsanjh Singh Brar top scoring with 28 points.
Coffs Harbour Suns
Under 16s Women 1 beat the Coffs Harbour Suns
Under 16s Women 2 team 76-23, in the final round of the Women’s A Grade season.
Willow Bowman top scored with 16 points.
Hilliars Roses beat The Ring Ins 49-35 in the final round of the Women’s Social Competition.
Kristy Goodman top scored for the winners with 19 points.
q The North Coast Force women’s representative team played against the AFL North West on Saturday. Photo: AFL North Coast.
q Sawtell/Toormina’s Indo Loos gets a kick away during the women’s representative match despite the attention of the AFL North West opposition. Photo: AFL North Coast.
q Port Macquarie’s Christine Kirby was named as the best player for the North Coast Force women’s team during the representative match against the North West Blue Heelers. Photo: AFL North Coast.
q Nambucca Valley’s India Walker boots the North Coast Force into attack during the women’s representative match against the North West Blue Heelers. Photo: AFL North Coast.
Suns have winning weekend
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Suns women have had a winning weekend during the latest round of their Basketball NSW Waratah League season in Sydney.
The Suns women started their weekend on a winning note, beating the Murrumbidgee Mavericks 8340 on Saturday night.
Ashleigh Fasala and Keira Williams both top scored for the Suns with 21 points each.
The Suns women made it
two wins in two days, backing up with a 59-33 win against the Newcastle Falcons on Sunday morning.
Amy Hutchinson and Keira Williams both top scored for the Suns with 17 points each.
The Suns women currently sit in second spot on the ladder with 10 wins from 13 games.
The Suns women next game is at home on Saturday, 3 August when they play the Tamworth Thunderbolts at Sportz Central.
Coffs Harbour Suns Youth Men were also on the road last weekend.
The Suns started their weekend with a 82-59 defeat at the hands of the Newcastle Falcons in Newcastle
Jake McMillan top scored with 32 points.
The Suns Youth Men backed up the next day, going down 91-85 against the Maitland Mustangs in Maitland.
Jake McMillan continued his top weekend with 37 points.
The Suns are on the road again this weekend for a doubleheader in Sydney.
Tigers score life-saving grant
By David WIGLEY
COFFS Coast Tigers Football Club is kicking goals thanks to the NSW Community Building Partnership Program.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said he was extremely pleased the club had scored a $5990 grant which will allow them to proceed with a life-saving project.
q Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh (right) at Polwarth Drive with Coffs Coast Tigers Football Club president Josh Chapman and Mellisa Bennett, the club’s former president and current North Coast Football board member.
Squash club funding a big hit
By David WIGLEY
BIG improvements are on their way for Korora Squash Club under the NSW Local Sport Grant Program.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh congratulated club members on the $9,159 grant, which will allow them to proceed with a much-needed upgrade.
“Korora Squash Club has been successful in securing these funds for its changerooms upgrade and disability access project,” Mr Singh said.
Mr Singh dropped into the squash club to personally
congratulate the club and junior squash players for their successes and picked up a squash racquet in the process.
It was a new experience for Under 17s state player Eden-Alma Poulava.
“It was the first time we have met a Member of Parliament,” she said.
“Gurmesh was so nice and enthusiastic about the progress we have been making,” she said.
Mr Singh expanded on the benefits to the club.
“These will be welcome improvements which will benefit local and visiting squash players and I
congratulate the club on this fantastic news.
“The club, which is based at Coffs Harbour Squash and Swim Centre, is renowned for the successful competitions and tournaments it stages throughout the year.
“The hardworking team is also at the forefront of promoting health and wellbeing through sport, and I’m extremely pleased they’ve received this funding.
“I look forward to watching the project as it takes shape.”
Korora Squash Club is among seven local organisations across the
“Coffs Coast Tigers applied for funds under the Community Building Partnership Program for their defibrillator project and I’m delighted they can now proceed,” Mr Singh said.
“The club will purchase a fully monitored and publicly accessible cabinet and defibrillator, which will be available to the club and community 24/7.
“With increasing numbers of people of all ages participating in sport and recreation across the Coffs Coast, this funding equips Coffs Coast Tigers Football Club to respond to lifethreatening emergencies.
“I applaud them for doing their bit to help save lives in our community.”
Mr Singh said the funding followed an $8085 NSW Local
Sport Grant earlier this year for the club’s ‘Achieving Goals’ initiative.
“Coffs Coast Tigers FC has always been focused on family and community, providing a safe, positive and inclusive environment and encouraging members of all abilities to reach their full potential,” Mr Singh said.
The Tigers’ home ground at Polwarth Drive buzzes with activity on Saturdays, from under-6 junior matches kicking off at 8 am to firstgrade seniors wrapping up at 7 pm.
Registrations for the Coffs Coast Tigers soared by 26 percent this season, marking another bumper year.
The Tigers have 299 registered football players in 2024, with 30 percent being female.
Coffs Coast to be funded in this round of the NSW Local Sport Grant Program.
Breakers and Saints play catch-up games
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Breakers and Sawtell/Toormina Saints have prepared for this season’s finals series by playing catch up games in an extended Round 13 of the AFL North Coast season.
Sawtell/Toormina Saints had a 11.17 (83) to 5.9 (39) win against Northern Beaches/Nambucca Valley in their catch-up game at Richardson Park.
Coffs Harbour Breakers went down 13.6 (84) to 9.9 (63) in their top of the
ladder clash against the Port Macquarie Magpies at Port Macquarie.
Coffs Harbour Breakers reserves won their sixth straight game accounting for the Port Macquarie Magpies 5.6 (36) to 1.3 (9).
Northern Beaches/
Nambucca Valley smashed the Sawtell/Toormina Saints 17.12 (114) to 1.3 (9).
With just two rounds to go before this season’s finals series, the AFL North Coast season continues this weekend with Round 14 matches in Coffs Harbour and
ago,
Sawtell.
Coffs Harbour Breakers host Northern Beaches/ Nambucca Valley at Fitzroy Oval, and Sawtell/Toormina Saints host the Grafton Tigers at Richardson Park.
The 2024 AFL North Coast finals series gets underway
OUR Major Fours Championship has been played and won by Di De La Cruz’s team of Robyn Groundwater, Sue Wilson and Joan Griffin. The worthy runner-ups were Jan Appleton’s team of Rosemary
RESULTS: 2km (Male) - Dylan Hannaford 8:09, 1; Daniel Williams 8:10, 2; Edison Happ 8:52, 3; Lachlan Herbert 9:00, 4; Matthew McAleer 9:46, 5; Ben Ewart 9:59, 6; Astin Nuttall 10:10, 7; Greg Ewart 10:27, 8; Christian Petersen 10:41, 9; Drew Herbert 11:13, 10; Jesse Munn-Power 11:23, 11; Harvey Griffin 11:39, 12; August Coffs Table Tennis Results
By Dale ALLEN
FRIDAY, 19th July, 2024
Group A (Division 1 & 2)
Reece Baker d Bo Zhang 3/0, Gerard Martin d Lachlan Dierkx 3/1, Troy Prystasz d David Cini 3/0, Ray Pyne d Paul Hendriks 3/1.
Division 1
Reece Baker d Ray Pyne 3/0, Park Beach Mens Bowling Club
By Bruce WORBOYS
MIXED Triples Tuesday 16 July 2024
M Ross, A McInerny, B jones d N Narelle, N McVicar, G Brady 28 – 10
K Bienefelt, S Crawford, C Jones d G Spink, T Aarts,R Lane 30 – 11
R Coffee, C Hnasen, P North d H Major, W Moore, B Smith 22 - 11
P Woodsell, R Oakley, L Morris d A Worboys, L McLeod, J - Flynn 24 – 13
C Weatherall, V Valentine, D Valentine d G Williams, R Beaumont, G Hinsley 30 – 13
N Spies, M Cutts, B Worboys, J Murtas d G Spies, J Robinson, W Grimshaw, R Douglas 21 – 18
P Booth, M Berube, J Dunn d K
Williams, Dot Heron and Margaret Stocks. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL.
Thursday 4th July: With the prestigious Phoenix Pairs being played at Park Beach Bowls Club we had Park Beach players join us for a game at Cex. A great morning of bowls: Trish Rhodes, Cheryl Jones, Jeanette Kutz d Angela Fryer, Patricia Lumley, Coral Garrett 25-26; Robyn McIntyre, Laine
15th Hole- Carrie Fagan, Michelle Palmer,Lea Smith
Hamilton 11:59, 13; Chris Hamilton 12:06, 14; Mark McClurg 12:20, 15; Iggi Nuttall 14:02, 16; Jack Brennan 14:35, 17; Oaklei Nuttall 17:06, 18; Keith Williams 17:08, 19; Jeff White 20:11, 20.
RESULTS: 2km (Female) - Alison Neal 9:34, 1; Summer Bates 9:44, 2; Katarina Neal 10:25, 3; Sophie Van Hoeck 10:32, 4; Skyla Petersen 10:40, 5; Felicity Bates 10:50, 6; Alex Greenhalgh 11:14, 7; Sara Bergen 11:27, 8; Kathy Robson 11:44, 9; Anika Bates 12:01, 10; Amy Hannaford 12:03, 11; Stacy Wong 12:10, 12; Violet
Gerard Martin d Troy Prystasz 3/2, Troy Prystasz d Ray Pyne 3/1, Reece Baker d Gerard Martin 3/2. WINNER: Reece Baker from Gerard Martin.
Division 2
Paul Hendriks d Bo Zhang 3/1, Lachlan Dierkx d David Cini 3/2, Bo Zhang d David Cini 3/0, Paul Hendriks d Lachlan Dierkx 3/2. WINNER: Paul Hendriks from Lachlan Dierkx.
Division 3
Williams, K Watts, J Watts 20 – 19
D Catling, T Wisely, M Star d S McAviney, D Wilson, B Nicholson 25 – 14
J Boyd, R Sherrin, S Hollis d J McLeod, A Dorrington, D Hull 23 -8
J Groat, T Aitken, J Long d JO, m Lee, P Jopson 27 – 11
G Skinner, L Boekeman, K Morrison d D Doyle, C Sheridan, M Monck 18 - 17
Mens Triples Thursday 18 July
2014
P North, P Booth, J Dunn d J Lowndes, K Johnson, R Harris 23 – 16
A McInerney, L Hennan, S Hollis d C Hansen, D Wilson, P Wirth 30 – 13
D Stirton, R Felton d T Launchbury, C Brian 23 – 12
P Woodsell, J Groat, L Morris d H Major, I Trengove, R Farmer 18 -14
SPORTS RESULTS
Down, Barbara Johns d Joce Landrey, Pat Garner, Jim Down 17-12.
Tuesday 9th July: Rosemary Williams, Ardis Ellsmore, Di De La Cruz d Robyn Groundwater, Jeanette Kutz, Graham Cowell 23-12; Liz Ann Jeffery, Joan Griffin, Jan Appleton d Margaret Stocks, John Agst, Cheryl Jones 18-11. Thursday 11th July: Rosemary Williams, Lainr Down, Ardis Ellsmore d
CB) NTP’s- 3
rd Hole- Trish Lemin
6 th Hole- Carrie Fagan
12th Hole Tracey Foster 15th Hole- Bronwyn Morgan
TUESDAY 16th July- 9 Hole 4 Person
Ambrose 1 st - Karen Webster, Sue Girard,Betty Snow, Linda Mortensen 2 nd - Jo Gal, Sandra Cheeseman, Jo Wong 12:14, 13; Macy McClurg 12:42, 14; Vicky McClure 13:00, 15; Janie Mahoney 13:03, 16; Roberta Power 13:09, 17; Nikki Greenwood 14:05, 18; Rachel Brennan 14:36, 19; Lucy Hood 15:51, 20; Kristie Hood 15:52, 21; Willow Nuttall 17:07, 22; Rhea Nuttall 17:20, 23; Belinda McClurg 20:13, 24; Ashley McClurg 20:14, 25.
RESULTS: 5km (Male) - Kyle McIntosh 18:03, 1; Craig Parsons 20:01, 2; Dylan Hannaford 20:53, 3; Daniel Williams 20:54, 4; Patrick Brennan 21:15, 5; James Karrasch 21:23, 6; Sam Ewart 21:29, 7; Kweller
Tim Garrad d Sharee Templeton 3/1, King McKie d Terry Baker 3/0, George Ruaporo d Sharee Templeton 3/0, Terry Baker d Tim Garrad 3/2, George Ruaporo d Terry Baker 3/0, Tim Garrad d King McKie 3/0, King McKie d George Ruaporo 3/2, Terry Baker d Sharee Templeton 3/0, George Ruaporo d Tim Garrad 3/0, King McKie d Sharee Templeton 3/2. WINNER: George Ruaporo from King McKie.
L Frail, W Moore, L Hogan d D Catling, T Monck, B Garner 25 – 21
G Williams, R Douglas, G Hinsley d J Wills, C Holland, N McKee 24 – 21
R Sherrin, J Long, P Jopson d A Dorrington, D Hull, R Shephard 33 –10
J Eding, H Katala, G Colman d J McLeod, G Wallace, P Newman 21 – 12
A McKee, B Walmsley, K Kaaden d J Robinson, W Grimshaw, P Rambow 20 – 19
N Dean, R Host, J Bishop d D Francis, B Smith, M Berube 27 – 12
D Burridge, T Wisley, M McCabe d J Boyd, B Jones, I Price 23 – 12
N Talbot, N Campbell, K Watts dg Stanford, T Cooper, G Brewis 19 -12
Mixed Pairs Saturday 13 July 2024
J Flynn, G Flynn d G Tyrrell, P Rambow 27 – 12
Commanding Performance
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displayed pace and precision in their play, refusing to concede any ground in their tackles.
The deadlock was finally broken in the 37th minute when Haileb Campbell unleashed a thunderous strike from the edge of the penalty box, firing North Coast into a 1-0 lead with an unstoppable shot.
However, Maitland responded swiftly, levelling the score with a penalty just before halftime.
The second half mirrored the intensity of the first, with endto-end action keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
A magnificent save from Connor Kneale denied Maitland the lead at a crucial stage of the match.
This proved to be a catalyst for North Coast to surge forwards with Taj Bennett and Riley
Carniato marauding down the flanks creating havoc with the Maitland defence.
Chris Irvine, Robyn Groundwater, Joan Griffin 20-19; Beryl Foster, Angela Fryer, Jan Appleton d Robyn McIntyre, Patricia Lumley, Jeanette Kutz 31-3. Tuesday 16th July: Joce Landrey, Angela Fryer, Jeanette Kutz drew with Beryl Foster, Chris Irvine, Graham Cowell 13 all; Liz Ann Jeffery, John Agst, Mary Buckley d Margaret Stocks, Rosemary Williams, Dot Heron 14-12; Joan Willis, Foggiato,Jenny Carson WEDNESDAY 24TH JULY-Single Stableford –102 players REMBERING ENID COLQUHOUN A-Grade-Marea Boys(38), Trish Nance(37C.B),Caroline Campbell(37) B-Grade-Jenny Shepherd(41),Sue Saeton(38),Joan Griffin(35) C-Grade- Karen Webster36(C.B),Bev Miles(36),Carmel Hill(34C.B) N.T.P’s-3 rd Hole- Ada Lynch,Kery Farmer,Trisha Leng 6 th Hole- Trish Nance, Kerry Happ 22:11, 8; Edward Harrod 22:49, 9; Kyle Bates 23:07, 10; Eric Greenwood 23:15, 11; Alex Greenwood 23:25, 12; Ned Griffin 23:40, 13; James Counter 24:20, 14; Matthew McAleer 25:19, 15; Ben Happ 25:35, 16; Kieren Ward 26:02, 17; Reuben Wong 26:28, 18; Greg Ewart 27:47, 19; Edward Neal 28:24, 20; Hayden Counter 29:09, 21; Astin Nuttall 34:02, 22; Keith Williams 34:35, 23; Steve Thompson 47:14, 24. RESULTS: 5km (Female) - Alison Neal 21:59, 1; Corrine Happ 23:43, 2; Lara Hannaford 26:10, 3; Amy Hannaford 26:10, 4; Willow Nuttall
Division 4
Char Berglund d Paul Priestley 3/2, Lulu Zhang d David McGrath 3/1, Darren Morgan d Paul Priestley 3/1, David McGrath d Char Berglund 3/2, David McGrath d Darren Morgan 3/2, Lulu Zhang d Char Berglund 3/0, Lulu Zhang d Darren Morgan 3/2, David McGrath d Paul Priestley 3/2, Char Berglund d Darren Morgan 3/1, Lulu Zhang d Paul Priestley 3/0. WINNER: Lulu Zhang from David McGrath.
C Holland, D Holland d G Duffey, R Lane 22 – 13
W Moore, R Oakley drew K Monks, J Monks 22 – 22
C Weatherall, T Erskine d R Holloway, K Cutmore 20 – 19
N Dean, S Bailey d J Dunn, B Smith 24 – 17
R Harris, M Benham d R Douglas, J
Sawtell RSL
By Ken MASON
TUESDAY 16th July 2024
Main Draw Winners: - Melanie
Williams - R/U Terry Jennar
Consolation Winners: - Norm Monaghan - R/U John Browning
Mary Muller, Sue Wilson d Joan Willis(s), Laine Down, Jan Appleton 14-12. Thursday 18th July: Joce Landrey, Rosemary Williams, Jeanette Kutz, Mary Buckley d Joan Griffin, Laine Down, Sue Wilson, Di De La Cruz 25-23; Robyn McIntyre, Margaret Stocks, Viv Gayford, Jan Appleton d Robyn McIntyre(s), Angela Fryer, Jim Down, Dot Heron 24-17.
Farmer,Sandy Skinner 15th HoleCaroline Campbell,Kerry Farmer,Rose Sercombe SATURDAY 20TH JULY-Golf Medal Round 5 Single Stableford 1) Sue Mealey (70) 2) Karen Cross(73),3) Lindy Ingham(74C.B) Gross Winner –Alex Brett (83) Eagle 19th Hole- Jane Durler NTP’s- 12th hole- Carrie Fagan, 15th Hole- Lynn Major 22nd hole-Carrie Fagan, 26th Hole-Keryn Little
27:56, 5; Michelle Randall 28:12, 6; Stacy Wong 28:51, 7; Kristie Hood 29:25, 8; Lara Karrasch 30:08, 9; Kathy Robson 30:59, 10; Zoe Counter 37:21, 11; Melinda Counter 37:28, 12; Melanie Upfield 37:58, 13; Susan Claughton 45:14, 14; Lisa Mirfin 45:23, 15. RESULTS: 10km (Male) - Chris Giffin 43:51, 1; Chris Hamilton 48:10, 2. RESULTS: 10km (Female) - Janie Mahoney 1:06:17, 1; Janelle Giffin 1:06:19, 2. Next week the runs start at Diggers Beach reserve.
Division 5
Gary Naylor d Adam Hines 3/2, Josh Lynn d Patrick Howard 3/0, Dale Allen d Gary Naylor 3/0, Adam Hines d Patrick Howard 3/1, Dale Allen d Patrick Howard 3/2, Josh Lynn d Adam Hines 3/1, Dale Allen d Josh Lynn 3/0, Patrick Howard d Gary Naylor 3/2, Dale Allen d Adam Hines 3/0, Josh Lynn d Gary Naylor 3/0. WINNER: Dale Allen from Josh Lynn.
Slater 17 – 11
Park Beach Bowling Club conducts free bowls lessons every Saturday morning, weather permitting, from 9.30am. All ages and skill levels welcome. Please put your name down at Club reception by 3.00pm Friday to make sure you don’t miss out.
Sawtell Veterans
By Ian REYNOLDS
RESULTS for 22nd July 2024
9 Hole Stroke Net 15 Starters
Ladies Marlene Starr 30, Narelle Mutton 33
Men Paul Bennett 30
A goal from North Coast captain Loki Marchant proved to be the game-changer.
Demonstrating strength on the ball he weaved through Maitland’s defence to slot the ball home in the 64th minute, restoring North Coast's lead at 2-1.
With five minutes remaining, Kai Mukawa delivered a moment of magic, curling a sublime free-
q A stunning save from Connor Kneale kept the score at 1-1.
kick into the top corner to seal the victory.
The crucial three points keep North Coast level at the top of the table with the Edgeworth Eagles.
Earlier in the day, Maitland secured a 2-1 victory in the under-14s, a 4-2 triumph in the under-16s and a 1-1 draw in the under-15s.
Snooker Club
Golf
q Anthony Omtha played a pivotal role in midfield.
Woolgoolga Bowling Club Results
By Glenn LANE
TUESDAY Social Bowls 16 - 7 – 24
Trevor Teer, P Wroe and K Costelloe
defeated Karren Swatten, P Murphy and M Hines 21 - 9
C Boyden and B Merchant defeated
R Bennell and S Bailey 19 - 14
Bob Martin and Peter Cuttriss
defeated M Brookes and Scott Wall 18 - 9
N Wood and Kevin Shuttleworth
defeated J Hurrell and T Allen 19 - 10
M Hopes and J Wilcox defeated J Taylor and H Schutz 21 - 7
Lyn Anderson and John Anderson
defeated J Weston and T McKenzie 23 - 12
G Lane and D Wesney defeated K Stirling and I Cork 20 - 14
M Lampert and C Latham defeated Neil Talbot and Nugget Campbell 28 -
Sawtell Bowls Results
By Geoff HAMPSON
MONDAY Afternoon Bowls 15/7/24
W Chaffey, K Taylor, D Ide DEF G Nicholls, R Hampson, K Garth
C Price, S Kennedy, D Garth, DEF K Mason, C Samuels, C Christian
P Day, P Roach DEF G Hampson, B Samuels
M O’Donnell, l Kratz, R Poyntz DEF R Wallace, L Mitchell, B, Eden
E Korchma, H Flynn, R Flynn DEF I Connors, J Cherne, B Kennedy
J Chapman, B Connors, H Slater DEF H Flynn, A Bailey, N Flynn
G Davidson, D Wheeler Def J Poyntz, I Price
TUESDAY – Ladies Social Bowls 16/7/24
M Friend, J Wheeler, K Lewis DEF A Waters, B Eden, J Poletti
Sawtell Golf Results
By Janet O’DOWD
16/7 MEDLEY Stableford A: Peter Matten 39, Charoen Sroyphet 36,. B: Brian Holman 44, David Jackson 36c/b. C: Daniel Clark 41, Phil Klaus 3. Balls to 33c/b. NTP 7 A: Chris Barrow, B: David Jackson, C: Greg Simmons. NTP 11 A: Heath Blaikie
Park Beach Women’s Bowling Club
By Mandy TRENGOVE
SOCIAL bowls Wednesday 17th July
J Jones, C Domjahn , P Watt, J Bishop def A Oak , C McVicar, S Hancock, L Loadsman 23/11
Mid North Coast Veteran Golfers Association
By Collin CUTT
TUESDAY, 16th July, 40 MNC Veteran golfers competed at Bowraville Golf Course. Thank you to the Bowraville members for providing the sausage sizzle.
Winner: Barry Ellis 32, 1st runner-up Steve Ward c/b, 2nd runner-up Dave Salvin. NTP’s: Uri Ylinen and David Nicholls.
Safety Beach Women’s Golf Club
By Marilyn ELY
TUESDAY 16 July. What a difference a week of sunshine makes to a golf course. We had a wonderful turnout of ladies on 16 July to play a Stableford and Shootout Qualifier. What with child minding duties and past unfavourable conditions, we were all happy to just get outdoors.
Winner of the day was Jo Elwood
18 R Gurber and A Wroe defeated Jacky McKellar and Les Carroll 21 - 16
Di Washfold and S Dodd defeated J Gibbins and F Cacciattolo 27 - 12
1st Rink Bob Martin and Peter Cuttriss
2nd Rink Di Washfold and S Dodd
3rd Rink M Lampert and C Latham
4th Rink N Wood and K Shuttleworth
Jackpot: T Teer, P Wroe, and K Costelloe & K Swatten, P Murphy and M Hines.
Woopi Wanderers
Wednesday 17 - 7 - 24
P Diamond, I Cork and D Wesney defeated Chloe Zelvis, K Coombes and K Costelloe 21 - 19
G Woolley, S Ferro and J Hampstead defeated A Wicken, P Hatton and M Mulligan 22 - 10
P Jones, B Pendred and M Lampert defeated K Dunston, B Rennie and P Stirling 19 - 10
I Williams, G Marsh and R Marsh defeated T Collins, J Whalen and I
H Dodd, , N Feltrin, J Partridge DEF J Cox, L Kratz, L North
N Elford, T Thomas, D Garth DEF T Rhoads, G Pickard, S Mason
C Price, M McDonald, N Foy DEF T Goninan, M Sharman, L Savage
S Brandenburg, D Tree DEF S Kennedy, J Townsend
B Connors, C Weir DEF J Poyntz, H Muir
WEDNESDAY – Men’s Social Bowls
17/7/24
M Sharp, A Sorbello, D Finlayson
DEF D Isaccs, E Nicolaue, G Hobson
C Christian, D Wheeler, I Price DEF T Brooks, R Cridge, G Denniss
N Thomas, N Lamond, L Preston DEF N McClelland, J Richardson, J Urge
R Williams, B Clugston, B Fitzpatrick
DEF R Stock, B Martin, P Collins
J Chapman, G Peel, J Diggleman, DEF T Lavelle, A Baker, B Blight
P Covington, R McCelland, S
(pro pin), B: Les Thornborough C: Greg Simmons 17/7 Stableford A: Annie Waters 40, Wendy Mason 37, Charnaine Edwards. B: Debbie Telford 35, Narelle Hall 34, Linda Graff 33c/b C: Lee Farrell 34, Patricia Rhoades 31, Paula Sercombe 30. Balls to 29c/b.
NTP 11 A: Joy Lawrence, B: Robyn O’Dwyer, C:(2nd shot on 3) Brenda Connors. Pro pin Debbie Telford 18/7 Play 9 Max Schaefer 19c/b,
J Boyd, E Kidd, C Sheridan def L Bradley, K Dunn, B Johns 20/11
C Sherrin, Y Hinsley, H Hardwick def L Mitchell, D Rowe, D Crockett 29/19
K Elliott, E Blanton, J PearceKennedy def M England, S Betts, C O’Dwyer 20/16
Friday Mixed pairs 19th July
P Elliott, M and C England def K Elliott, C Treharne, S Hancock 14/11
Longest putt: Peter Lawry. Ball run to 32 pts.
Also, on Tuesday 16th July, 30 MNC veteran golfers competed at Safety Beach Golf Course.
Winner: Graham Boyle 36, 1st runner-up Nick Jenkins 32 c/b, 2nd runner-up Peter Wilson 32. NTP’s: 11th – Pro pin Nick Jenkins, 4th Martin Tizzard, 7th Bob Gray. Our thanks to Terry Perfrement for his ongoing sponsorship, it is much appreciated.
with 32 pts (Jo was no doubt eager to get back to golf after an extended overseas holiday) on c/b from Yolly Gallacher.
2nd runner-up Meryl Fisher 30 pts on c/b from Penny Andrews.
NTP’s 4th Deb Morrison, 9th Kim Batty, 11th Jo Elwood, Thank you Michele Merrikin for donating the raffle won by Kim Batty. Last week our Pennant team squared with Macksville at Nambucca Heads and on the 29th Safety Beach is hosting Sawtell. Tuesday 30th our 27 Hole Foursomes Championship will be fought out. Good golfing.
Carruthers 20 - 16
I Brien, G Burgess and S Dodd defeated K Ryan, J Taylor and G Lane 32 - 10
T Wylie, B Wylie and R Williams
defeated J Lynn, T Teer and H Jenson 24 - 19
D Mason, R Pilon and Bear defeated J Martin, Punkin and S Wall 22 - 9
1st Rink T Wylie, B Wylie and R Williams
2nd Rink I Williams, G Marsh and R Marsh
Lucky Loser K Ryan, J Taylor and G Lane No Jackpot
Friday Social Bowls 19 - 7 - 24
Jo Burgess and P Murphy defeated Michelle Dudek and Bob Martin 26 - 18
J Taylor and D Wesney defeated Neil Talbot and Nugget Campbell 25 - 14
J Hinchley and S Bailey defeated J Hurrell and H Katala 25 - 19
B Wylie and T Wylie defeated Y Williams and R Williams 21 - 16
H Schutz and R Bennell defeated M
Wilkinson DEF I Maverick, M Jenkins, G Walsh
A French, T Noir, P Moon DEF N Kotrozos, J Oates, P Weir
R Smithers, S Shaw, J Rice DEF P Paunovic, K Sharman, B Kennedy
G Nichols, R Poyntz, B Samuels DDF P Roach, D Bond, B Meadows
L Woods, W Vaughn, J Townsend, DEF P Bird, G Dorrington, A Wagstaff
H Slater, D Anderson, A Berry DEF M Cutts, P Mead, J Murtas
B Newling, G Campbell, K Garth DEF G Fisher, D Frost, N Sillar
I Muller, C Attard, L Zecchinati, DEF R Rolinson, P Eiberger, M Aujard
FRIDAY –Open Social Bowls
19/7/24
N Stahlhut, D Garth, K Garth DEF G Denniss, J Urge, T Karam
K Mason, S Sherwan, D Finlayson DEF H Dodd, E Tindall, A Sorbello
E Nicolaue, C Attard, B Blight DEF N
Brian Leiper 19c/b. Balls to 19 19/7 Medley Stableford Gregory Mann 37c/b, Allan Robertson 37. Balls to 31c/b 20/7 Stroke A: Anthony Rapley 66, Paul Hope 71c/b. B: Sam Rava 71, Stephen Gee 73c/b. C: Archie Foy 68, Christopher Deale 71c/b. Balls to 76c/b. Gross A: Jaydan Taylor 73, B: Doug O’Connor 89, C: Alistair Lane 93. NTP 7 A: Benjamin Foy, B: Asttan Hope, C: Brent Skimmings. NTP 11
J Rodwell, A Stone def J Kennedy, E Kidd 18/10
R Coffey , C Cutt def T Aarts, N Low 16/12
J and B Jones def D Futcher, R Lane 25/9
C Sherrin, J Camm def R Iakley , V Slater 21/12
Y and G Hinsley def R Jupp, S Bailey 25/9
Coffs Harbour Golf Club Monday Vets
By Vicki SILVER
RESULTS Monday 22nd July 2024
44 Members and visitors played a 9 hole stableford resulting in the following excellent scores: Gents Trevor Bissett 19 c/b
Andy Gilkes 19 Rick Jenkins 16 c/b
Jeff Howlett 16 c/b
Ball Comp: Geoff Clerke 16 c/b Jim McIntosh 16 Stuart Malouf 15
Coffs CEX Social Golf Results
By Steve ROBINSON 21 JULY 2024
Coffs CEX Social Golf Club played on Sunday 21 July 2024 at Sawtell, final round of Club Championships. The Winner: Bob Nagel (66 Nett)
Runner Up: Chad Nagel (72 Nett c/b) Ball Winners: Jose Caravante (72),
Hopes and T Allen 24 - 18
Dawn Jenson and Howard Jenson
defeated Michelle Bolton and Lorna Walsh 26 - 8
N Wood and M Brookes defeated F Cacciattolo and K Shuttleworth 21 - 13
B Rennie and M Hines defeated K Coombes and K Costelloe 21 - 19
J Gibbins and R Whelan defeated Glenda Marsh and Rowan Marsh 19 - 17
T Teer and A Wroe defeated Lyn Anderson and John Anderson 18 - 13
Les Carroll and Jacky McKellar
defeated G Lane and Laurie Walsh 15 - 14
M Lampert and Di Washfold
defeated D Foster and I Cork 21 - 16
R Gurber and B Merchant defeated N Haines and J Hampstead 24 - 17
1st Rink H Schutz and R Bennell
2nd Rink J Taylor and D Wesney
3rd Rink J Gibbins and R Whelan
4th Rink T Teer and A Wroe
5th Rink R Gurber and B Merchant No Jackpot
Kotrozos, J Oates, J Townsend
G Tyrell, A Day, L Feltrin DEF B Cook, P Eiberger, G Sharman
J Chapman, P Day, M Eames DEF P Bird, H Slater, N Foy
L Savage, D Tree, A Robinson DEF G Hampson, N Elford, K Taylor
C Price, I Price, L Preston DEF T Lavell, A Baker R Morris
W Vaughan, D Anderson, A Wagstaff DEF S Mason, J Partridge, G Hay
C Samuels, R Poyntz, B Samuels DEF P Paunovic. T Brooks, R Cridge
P Roach, K Lewis, G Campbell DEF J Flynn, S Flynn, G Flynn K Lowrey, G Hitchen, W Bujeya DEF T Carlyle, P Meare, J Tainsh
L Woods, S Brandenburg, G Hobson DEF L Zecchinati, J Murtas, W Meadows
J Richardson, I Feaby, P Weir DEF K Sharman, C Christian, A Berry
H Muir, B Cranley, I Muller DEF D Frost, P Covington, N Sillar
A:Anthony Rapley (pro pin), B: Gary Devine, NTP 15 Paul Hope Stableford Sue Kelly 16, Liz Jackson 14c/b. Saturday Sal Elaine Everitt
21/7 2 Person Ambrose Ruth Smith & Lochie Smith 58.75, Angela Von Zeeland & Adam Von Zeeland 62.25. Balls to 69.25. NTP 7 Lochie Smith, Robyn O’Dwyer. NTP 11 Chris Reading, Joy Lawrence
G Duffy, D Lindner def G McInerney, J Groat 26/10
J and J Boyd def C and N McVicar 20/19
T and M Monck def J and S Hollis 19/17
K and T blow def G and L Balcam 20/6
Ladies: Robyn Schomberg 21 c/b
Anne King-Scott 21
Margie Horne 20
Vicki Laughs 19 c/b
Ball Comp:
Norma Wilson 19
Vicki Silver 18 c/b
Jean O’Connor 18 c/b
Nearest the pins: 22nd Margie Horn & Noel Frame
26th Norma Wilson Carry Quirk. Next week is a four person team event.
No Play the week commencing 5th August 2024 - course will be closed for the week.
Mark Heelis
NTP’s: Dave Curtis, Rick Paxton, Izzy Caravante, Terry Stephens
Chip In’s: Ron McDonald, Dave Curtis, Bob Nagel, Jose Caravante
Next Game is on Sunday 28 July 2024 at Coffs Harbour, 4BBB President’s Trophy.
(72), Ron McDonald (72), Mike Watkin (72), Dave Curtis (73), Cath Robinson (73), Maurice Tate (74), Casey Pilon (76), Peter Woods (77), Terry Stephens (79), Scott Croft (79)
James McLean (Jim)
8th November 1954 - 19th July 2024
Only son of Donald and Frances McLean (both dec) & brother to Lynne and Sue (Adelaide). Brother-in-law of Ronnie (dec) and Kevin. Uncle to Malcolm (Adelaide) and Tristan (New Zealand).
PAYNE
loved one. Thank you so very much from the bottom of our hearts. From Krista and family of our legend Wayne Smith. He is so sadly missed. CALDIERARO (née Slaviero) Bianca
Death Notices
GORTON Maisie
17th July 2024, suddenly passed away at Coffs Harbour Health Campus. Late of Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved wife of Ron (dec’d). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris & Bev, Ann & Ron Graham and Kathie & Paul Day. Loved grandmother and great-grandmother of their children.
Aged 97 Years
Sadly Missed
Maisie was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
Jim served in the RAN until his retirement & went on to work in the Sydney Naval Library as a civilian. He had a great interest in military history, both ancient & modern, & enjoyed war games online.
Unfortunately, he suffered a catastrophic stroke which put an end to his life in Sydney & after recovering he was transferred to Legacy Nursing Home where he was well cared for. With NDIS he became eligible to live in supported care out in the community.
Special thankyou to David, from Northcott Care & Laurie (volunteer) who took Jim out weekly. Jim’s intelligence was undiminished by his stroke & he had a wicked sense of humour.
Jim has been privately cremated as per his wishes.
R.I.P
VICTOR RULLIS
SERVICES
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Gary Parbery
07.09.1945 – 17.07.2024
Passed away peacefully at Taree, late of Coffs Harbour. Son to Norman & Alma Parbery (both dec). Brother to Ronnie, Glenys, Keith, Robert and Jason. Beloved father of Sandra, Leeanne and Robyn. Proud Poppy to his grandkids.
Forever in our hearts.
As per Gary’s wishes, a private cremation was held.
VICTOR RULLIS
SERVICES
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Cyril ‘Skinny’
18th July 2024, at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Sawtell. Dearly beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father and father-in-law of Jon, Kim & Sid Hickson, Mark and Anitsa & Tony Hely. Adored grandfather and great-grandfather of their children. Loved brother and brother-in-law. Fond uncle of his nieces and nephews.
Aged 94 Years
Sadly Missed Gone Golfing
Skinny’s Funeral Service was held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Thursday 25th July 2024, followed by interment in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
12033-01
Funeral Notices
Sadly on the 21st July 2024, Bianca passed away at St. Joseph’s Aged Care, Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved wife of Antonio (dec’d). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Margherita & Robert, Luigi (dec’d), Matteo (dec’d) and Maria & Grahame. Cherished Nonna of Sonia, Adrian, Gianni & Teresa, Talia & Daniel, Luke & Amy and Shane & Naomi. Adored Bisnonna of Ben, Emily, Andrew, Amalia, Charli, Harley, Juke, Xavier, Finn and Evelyn.
Aged 94 Years At Peace
Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend Bianca’s Requiem Mass to be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Coffs Harbour on Monday 29th July 2024 commencing at 10.30 am, thence for interment in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi.
In lieu of floral tributes the family would appreciate donations to Dementia Australia, a collection box will be at the Church.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
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FINCH
Pamela May ‘Pam’ 23rd July 2024, passed peacefully at Woolgoolga Retirement Village, late of Moonee Beach. Beloved wife of Bill (dec’d). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Stephen & Annie, Graham & Bronwyn, Raymond & Karen and Bronwyn & Luke. Cherished grandma and great-grandma of Christopher, Michael, James, Ben, Michelle, Nicholas, Emma, Brooke, Taylor, Hudson, Nikyema, Kye, Chloe and Harry.
Aged 89 Years Forever In Our Hearts
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Pam’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Tuesday 30th July 2024 commencing at 10.00 am.
Pam’s Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
Coffs Harbour
HARTLEY
Maxwell George ‘Max’ 17th July 2024, passed away peacefully at Bellinger River District Hospital. Loved husband of Kay. Cherished father of Jodi, Aaron and Esther. Adored ‘Ba’ of their children.
Aged 78 Years For God So Loved The World That He Gave His Only Begotten Son John 3:16
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Max’s Funeral Service to be held in Coffs Harbour Baptist Church, Coffs Harbour on Friday 26th July 2024 commencing at 10.00 am, thence for interment in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi.
Max’s Funeral Service will be live streamed on Keith Logue & Sons Facebook page.
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ABC TV, 10.45pm
In this long-running and wonderfully feel-good British series, gardener Alan Titchmarsh surprises homeowners with one of life’s greatest joys: a beautiful garden. With an eye for detail and a dedicated team that expertly makes the most out of every plot, the series showcases transformations that change lives with the magic of plants. You could call it real-life flower power. Tonight, Titchmarsh is in Thornton Heath at an aged care centre ready to breathe new life into its uninspiring outdoor area.
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WE’RE ALL GONNA DIE (EVEN JAY BARUCHEL)
SBS VICELAND, 8.30pm
As bleak and eye-opening as this sassy series gets, Jay Baruchel’s wide-eyed, boyish inquisitiveness sprinkles some welcome sweetness. In this second series, the Blackberry openly admits dying is “something I’m obsessed with”, is back to meticulously cover the sorts of topics most of us try to avoid thinking about or haven’t had the displeasure of considering yet. These six episodes include the catastrophic elements of space, the extinction of insects, the dangers of nano technology and whether our perceived reality is merely a computer simulation.
THURSDAY JUNIOR DOCTORS DOWN UNDER
SBS, 8.25pm
As if surveying
injuries wasn’t raising trauma
series has the added emotional turbulence of following young doctors from Britain who have jumped head-first into the complexities and turmoil of the dreaded hospital emergency department. Far from home and their loved ones, these junior medicos steadfastly draw on their knowledge and expertise with utmost professionalism, but the occasional deer-in-headlights expression is hard to miss.
MOVIE: Duran Duran: A Hollywood High. (2022, G, R)
SBS World News Late.
The Shelter. (Ma)
My Brilliant Friend. (Mav, R)
3.50 Make Me A Dealer. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
Rage. (PG) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs catches up with Josh Niland. 8.30 MOVIE: Fifty Shades Of Grey. (2015, MA15+as, R) After her roommate falls ill, an English literature major agrees to interview a powerful businessman, who harbours long-buried secrets from his past, for the university newspaper. Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan, Jennifer Ehle.
11.05 Dancing With The Stars. (PG, R) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger.
1.10 Boy To Man. (PGa, R)
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair: Paris Edition.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 21. Parramatta Eels v Melbourne Storm.
9.55 Golden Point.
10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Women’s Soccer. Australia v Germany. Replay. 12.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Women’s Soccer. Includes: France v Colombia. Men’s Rugby Sevens. Quarter-final. Replay. 3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024: Pre-Show.
3.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mdl, R) Celebrity guests include Paul Mescal, Andrew Scott, Kingsley Ben-Adir and Da’Vine Joy Randolph. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by
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SATURDAY, July 27
6.00
6.30 I Was Actually There: Nicky Winmar. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG)
A supermodel’s money-obsessed manager is found dead in his locked bedroom.
8.20 Van Der Valk. (Mav, R) Part 2 of 3. Van der Valk investigates after an employee of the renowned Cuypers Diamonds is killed.
9.50 Ladies In Black. (Final, Ms, R) The ladies confront threats at home and at work that could damage each of them irrevocably.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.05 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 6. H’lights. 3.00 Sailing. SailGP. Round 13. H’lights. 4.00 Motor Racing. Extreme E C’ship. Rounds 3 and 4. Hydro X Prix. H’lights. 5.00 Sailing. New York Vendée. H’lights. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGal)
8.25 Princess Anne: The Plot To Kidnap A Royal. (PGa, R)
8.30 Fifteen-Love. (Premiere, Mal) A tennis prodigy’s life is rocked by tragedy.
9.20 Unforgotten. (Mal, R)
10.10 The Beast Must Die. (Mal, R)
10.55 Annika. (Mav, R)
11.45 Frayed. (MA15+l, R)
12.30 Noughts + Crosses. (Mlv, R)
1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Classic Countdown. (PG, R)
4.00 Landline. (R)
4.30 Art Works. (PG, R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.05 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 Range Of Motion. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Sports Woman. 4.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (R) 4.55 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (Final, PG) 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (PGa, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. (PGav)
9.20 Lost Treasure Tombs Of The Ancient Maya. (PGav, R)
11.05 Attila’s Forbidden Tomb. (Mav, R)
12.40 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma, R)
1.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls, R)
2.25 Hell On Earth: WWII. (Mav, R)
3.20 The Woman Who Wasn’t There. (Mal, R)
4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Designer goods have officers suspicious.
7.30 MOVIE: Sister Act. (1992, PGv, R) A singer on the run takes refuge in a convent. Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith.
9.35 MOVIE: Sleepless In Seattle. (1993, PGal, R) A boy tries to find a girlfriend for his dad. Tom Hanks.
11.50 Autopsy USA: Gregg Allman. (MA15+ad, R)
12.50 Criminal Confessions. (Madlv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)
6.00 Better Homes. (R) 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Industry Celebration Day, Caulfield Season Finale and Doomben Raceday. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 6.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 1: Night. Events may include: swimming heats; diving; men’s hockey, Australia v Argentina.
10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 1: Late night.
12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 1: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 1: Overnight. Events may include: swimming finals, women’s and men’s 400m freestyle, women’s and men’s 4x100m freestyle relays; men’s rugby sevens, medal matches; surfing, round 1.
5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 1: Early morning.
MOVIE: 100% Wolf. (2020, PG) 5.15 MOVIE: Home. (2015, PG) 7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 1: Diving. Includes: women’s synchronised 3m springboard final. 8.00 MOVIE: My
6.00 The Dog House Australia. (PG, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.00 The Dog House. (R) A family looks for a pet.
8.00 To Be Advised.
9.00 Ambulance UK. (Mad, R) It is a busy weekend night shift as North West Ambulance Service crews attend to patients with mental health issues. An advanced paramedic is dispatched to a baby born in the passenger seat of a car. 11.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger. 9.00 Miniseries: Malpractice. (Premiere, Malv) Part 1 of 5. A doctor finds her actions at the centre of a medical investigation.
11.00 Air Crash Investigations: Pitch Black. (PGa, R) A look at the crash of Air Illinois Flight 710.
12.00 Lipstick Jungle. (Mds, R) Nico deals with the new CEO.
2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 2: Night. Events may include: swimming; skateboarding; women’s hockey, Australia v South Africa; equestrian; rowing. 10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 2: Late night. Events may include: canoe slalom, women’s K1 semi-finals; women’s artistic gymnastics; women’s cycling, mountain bike. 12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 2: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 2: Overnight. 5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 2: Early morning.
6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.
7.30 MOVIE: Jack Reacher: Never Go Back. (2016, Mlv, R) Jack Reacher helps an army officer he suspects is the victim of a conspiracy. Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Danika Yarosh. 9.55 FBI. (Mv, R) Maggie reconnects with an old mentor when the team investigates the murder of a professional informant. 10.50 The Sunday Project. (R) Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics. 12.00 Home Shopping.
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3.00 The Autistic Gardener. (R) 3.55 Make Me A Dealer. (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. (PGa)
7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) Two men keep changing their stories.
8.30 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) Jason and Mike search for a couple who have gone missing in the Allegheny Mountains.
10.30 S.W.A.T. (Mav)
12.30 The Event. (Mav, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
Morning Programs. 7.30 Medical Emergency. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 The Real Seachange. 9.30 The Hotel Inspector. 10.30
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 3: Night. Events may include: rowing; men’s hockey, Australia v Ireland; swimming; diving; women’s rugby sevens; cycling mountain bike; equestrian.
10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 3: Late night. Events may include: canoe slalom; equestrian, eventing jumping; women’s rugby sevens.
12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 3: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 3: Overnight.
5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 3: Early morning.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.30 The Project. 7.30 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot. (PGls) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 Ghosts. (PGs) Sam and Jay’s restaurant is in jeopardy.
10.25 10’s Late News.
10.50 The Project. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
1.55 Griff’s Great Australian Rail Trip. (PG, R) 2.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Art Works. (PGs, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am The Movie
Show. 6.25 Diana. (2013, PG) 8.30 Jean De Florette. (1986, PG, French) 10.45 Manon Des Sources. (1986, M, French) 12.50pm Shirley. (2020, M) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.20 What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. (1993, PG) 5.30 Oka! (2012, PG) 7.30 Running Against The Wind. (2019, M, Amharic) 9.45 Tigers. (2020, MA15+, Swedish) 11.55 The Mask Of Zorro. (1998, M) 2.25am Late Programs.
TUESDAY, July 30
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.15 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.15 Great Canal Journeys. (R) 11.10 Inside Oxford Street. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour. (R) 2.10 The Point. (R) 2.15 Animal Einsteins. (PGa, R) 3.10 Living Black. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Britain’s Greatest River. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys.
8.30 Insight. Presented by Kumi Taguchi. 9.30 Dateline: Cambodia’s Surrogacy Crackdown.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The Point: Road Trip. (R)
11.30 The Man Who Died. (Mas)
1.15 Christian. (MA15+d, R)
4.00 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
2.15 Insight. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 We’re All Gonna Die (Even Jay Baruchel) (Return) 9.40 Duelling Daredevils. 10.30 Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up 1999. 11.00 Marry Me, Marry My Family. 12.05pm WorldWatch. 12.35 Molly And Cara. 12.45 Stacey Dooley: Back On The Psych Ward. 1.55 The Bee Whisperer. 2.55 Kickin’ Back. 3.30 WorldWatch. 5.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.20 Late Programs.
6am Oka! (2012, PG) 8.00 Oliver! (1968, PG) 10.40 The Mask Of Zorro. (1998, M) 1.10pm The Medallion. (2003, M) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.15 Diana. (2013, PG) 5.20 Goal! (2005, PG) 7.30 Ping Pong: The Triumph. (2023, M, Mandarin) 10.00 Marinette. (2023, M) 11.50 Disco. (2019, MA15+) 1.40am Tigers. (2020, MA15+, Swedish) 3.50 The Goddess Of Fortune. (2019, M, Italian)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Harper is faced with a tough choice.
7.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Hosted by Ant and Dec.
9.30 First Dates UK. (Return, Mls) Follows singles, including a cake-maker and self-confessed princess, as they embark on first dates.
11.35 Extended Family. (Premiere, PGa)
12.35 MOVIE: Slam. (2018, MA15+alv, R) Adam Bakri.
3.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 4: Night. Events may include: men’s triathlon; rowing; swimming; men’s basketball, Australia v Canada.
10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 4: Late night. Events may include: men’s basketball, Australia v Canada; canoe slalom; shooting; women’s rugby sevens, semi-finals.
12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 4: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 4: Overnight. 5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 4: Early morning.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.30 The Project. A look at the
For every occasion Delivering to The Nambucca Valley and Coffs Coast
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WEDNESDAY, July 31
6.00
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Stormy. (Malns) 9.30 DI Ray. (Malv)
SBS World News Late.
Headhunters. (Malv) 12.35 Faking Hitler. (Mln, R) 3.20 Grayson Perry’s Big American Road Trip. (PG, R)
4.15 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (MA15+l, R) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge.
10.45 Autopsy USA. (Ma)
11.45 Air Crash Investigations. (PGa, R)
12.45 Holey Moley Australia. (PGs, R)
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 5: Night. Events may include: swimming heats; women’s triathlon; women’s hockey, Australia v USA; cycling BMX freestyle.
10.30 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 5: Late night. Events may include: cycling BMX freestyle, men’s final; canoe slalom, women’s C1 semi-final.
12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 5: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games
Paris 2024. Day 5: Overnight.
5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 5: Early morning.
6am Jean De
Florette. (1986, PG, French) 8.15 Funny Lady. (1975, PG) 10.45 Running Against The Wind. (2019, M, Amharic) 1pm Marinette. (2023, M) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.20 Oka! (2012, PG) 5.20 Goal! 2: Living The Dream. (2007, PG) 7.30 Studs. (2006, M) 9.15 Piece Of My Heart. (2022, MA15+, Dutch) 11.20 Raging Bull. (1980, MA15+) 1.40am You Came Back. (2020, M, Italian) 3.30 Late Programs.
THURSDAY, August 1
6.00
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (PG)
8.25 Junior Doctors Down Under. (Premiere)
9.20 Treasures Of India With Bettany Hughes. (PG, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 The Head. (Malv)
12.25 Blanca. (MA15+ad, R)
3.15 Grayson Perry’s Big American Road Trip. (Ml, R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
5.25 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Playboy Bunny Murder. 10.20 The UnXplained. Midnight The World’s Toughest Prisons.
6am Oliver! Continued. (1968, PG) 7.50 Goal! (2005, PG) 10.00 Ping Pong: The Triumph. (2023, M, Mandarin) 12.30pm Annie Hall. (1977, M) 2.15 Good Night, And Good Luck. (2005, PG) 3.55 Arthur And The Two Worlds War. (2010, PG) 5.50 Skating To New York. (2013, PG) 7.30 Ali. (2001) 10.25 Southpaw. (2015) 12.45am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Mali is racked with guilt.
8.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Erwin Kastenberger. (Mav, R) Ron Iddles takes a look at the investigation into the murder of Erwin Kastenberger.
9.30 Starstruck. (PG) Hosted by Olly Murs.
10.50 Air Crash Investigations: Deadly Departure. (PGa) Examines the crash of a cargo plane.
12.50 The Goldbergs. (PGal, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 6: Night.
7.50 Rugby League. NRL. Round 22. Wests Tigers v North Queensland Cowboys. From Leichhardt Oval, Sydney.
9.45 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 6: Night.
10.30 Olympic Games
Paris 2024. Day 6: Late night.
12.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024.
Day 6: Post midnight.
3.00 Olympic Games
Paris 2024. Day 6: Overnight.
5.00 Olympic Games Paris 2024. Day 6: Early morning.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGdl) A surfer is treated for a spinal injury.
8.30
By David WIGLEY
q Haileb Campbell opened the scoring for North Coast.
