CLARENCE Town was treated to the annual spectacle of the ‘Swim In’ from Monday 28 October to Sunday 3 November.
Now in its ninth year, the local caravan park was bulging at the seams with owners of military vehicles, and their friends and families, during the week-long gathering of vintage machinery.
Enthusiasts travelled from all over NSW, Victoria and as far afield as Caboolture in Queensland.
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During the week attendees enjoyed planned A TRADITIONAL Remembrance Day service will be held at the Dungog RSL Memorial Club cenotaph on 11 November. The service, conducted by the Dungog RSL sub-Branch, commences at 10:30am.
Two minutes’ silence will be observed at 11am before the service concludes by 11:15am.
All members of the community are invited to attend.
All attending are encouraged to wear entitled medals, with medals awarded to family members to be worn on the right side. Dungog RSL sub-Branch Vice President Martin Holmes CSM said Remembrance Day is aptly named. “It is a day dedicated to remembering those who have
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q Bayden Ellison from Dungog (r) with friends Damien, Eleanor and Angela Eyre.
A strategy for art
By Lisa WISEMAN
ARTS Upper Hunter’s John O’Brien met with Dungog Shire creatives and heritage handlers on Thursday, 31 October at the Dungog CWA Hall. Participants were invited to ask questions and make suggestions about Arts Upper Hunter’s priorities and strategic plans for the next four years.
An assortment of Dungog Shire organisations were represented, including Dungog Regional Tourism, Dungog Arts Society and Dungog Shire Council.
All stakeholders agreed to work together for the best possible results.
A key period for cooperation will come from August to September next
year, when the biennial Sculpture on the Farm will be held at the Dungog Common for the first time.
Representatives present agreed their organisations should consider holding events in September 2025 to give visitors and residents plenty of things to do and see at that time.
Options mentioned included performances by local and visiting artists and musicians, art and craft workshops and exhibitions.
Some interesting new concepts were put forward, such as Dungog artist Sasi Victoire’s suggestion of a public printmaking workshop using a lawn or garden roller to make block prints.
Tourism was also noted as being important to the
success of events.
Chair of Sculpture on the Farm, Phillippa Graham said, “The Arts Upper Hunter Strategic Planning Workshop is really valuable to Sculpture on the Farm in its preparation for exhibition next year.
“We hope this will bring lots of people to Dungog.”
Proposals for Dungog’s future ‘Hooke Street Precinct' also sparked interest, an area considered a possible venue for live music and other creative installations.
Grant funding is often important to community groups looking to host events, and Arts Upper Hunter advises organisations and individuals on how to make applications.
Recently there have been changes to Create NSW funding.
Some of these were noted, as well as specific issues facing local organisations, businesses and individuals.
Mr O’Brien, who has chaired a series of sessions around the Upper Hunter, said it was “a really good workshop”.
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“If you have a background in writing, and a passion for your local community, I would love to hear from you,” said NOTA Group Editor Douglas Connor.
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Tenders called for bridge construction
DUNGOG Shire Council has called for tenders to design and construct the new Clarence Town Bridge.
After conducting technical investigations and community engagement, Council has gone to market with tenders to be submitted by 5 December.
The Australian and NSW governments have pledged $20.6 million to the new Williams River crossing with $11 million from the state government and almost
$9.6 million from the federal government.
The new bridge will be built adjacent to the Brig O'Johnston Bridge to allow the return of heavy and wider vehicle access to Clarence Town after several years of detours due to width and load capacity restrictions placed on the existing heritage listed bridge.
The new bridge also features a 2.5-metre-wide walkway/cycleway on its northern side.
q Philippa Graham, Sasi Victoire, Sarah Crawford, John O’Brien, Bronwyn Grieve, Cameron Archer and Leanne Atkins.
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activities, such as daytime drives around the area and evenings out at local venues.
On Saturday an array of machines, including rare amphibious vehicles, paraded and played in and around the Williams River.
According to amphibious
vehicle enthusiast Tony Playle, in total 80 to 100 vehicles and their owners attended the Saturday event.
So far as he knew, only one vehicle had “failed to proceed” due to a breakdown.
That speaks volumes for the care owners lavish on their machines, since the earliest vehicles date from
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given their lives in service for their country,” Mr Holmes said.
“Also for those who returned wounded physically and mentally from the trauma of war.
“A few minutes of silence, once a year, to reflect on family, friends and strangers who gave their service so we could have our freedoms
today is not too much to ask.”
Remembrance Day has its origins in the aftermath of WW1.
Originally it was called Armistice Day and was first conducted on 11 November 1919, being the first anniversary of the end of World War One.
It came to be embraced throughout the Commonwealth countries and the USA.
just after 1942.
Tony explained how military jeeps came about late in WWII, at first made in the US by Willys, then by Ford.
And how “GPAs” or general purpose amphibious vehicles evolved from jeeps.
Well-presented trucks,
which were used to transport the GPAs and gun carriers, also featured in the show.
They joined the parade along Grey Street before parking at the Clarence Town Village Green.
After the parade, the general public was invited onto the river in the
amphibious vehicles.
They launched via the boat ramp below the Brig O’Johnston bridge.
Locals and visitors waited at the riverside for their turn well before the vehicles returned from the parade.
Meanwhile, 18 Bren gun carriers lined up outside the hotel.
These tracked vehicles were not allowed on the Green, in case they damaged the grassed surface.
Their owners were attempting to set a record for the largest number of such carriers assembled in one place since WWII.
With 18 vehicles assembled, the new record was set, by a margin of just one gun carrier.
have served.
“The Flanders poppy came to be the official symbol for Remembrance Day with its association on the Western Front in Europe during WW1, where it still bloomed amongst the trenches and carnage,” Mr Holmes said.
“After WW2 it was decided to change the name to Remembrance Day to include all those who served in WW2 and now all subsequent wars and operations in which we
“In the USA the name was changed to Veterans Day, from Armistice Day, following the Korean War but holds the same meaning.”
During WW1 more than 400,000 Australians enlisted out of a population of four million (one in ten), including 38 percent of men between 18-44 years.
Of these, 330,000 served overseas and over 60,000 were killed (one in five).
More than 156,000 were wounded (one in three).
“These figures do not
count the mental trauma suffered by all those who saw service,” Mr Holmes said.
Another 60,000 Australians served in the Vietnam War, another 20,000 in the Gulf and Iraq wars, and another 26,000 served in Afghanistan.
“Our Australian 2021 Census recorded over 580,000 people are or have served in the Australian Defence Force,” Mr Holmes said.
“So for many families the realities of a member serving in the military is real.
“Not only the dangers
Water advisors sought
NOMINATIONS are being called for community members to join the HunterPaterson Environmental Water Advisory Group.
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking applications for the membership appointments which are for up to five years.
The Environmental Water Advisory Group meets two to four times per year and may also undertake occasional field trips during some meetings.
Members can include water managers, recreational fishers, water users, landholders, Aboriginal peoples, environmental scientists, a variety of community and stakeholder groups, and government and non-government partner agencies.
Applications including a curriculum vitae are to be submitted by 20 November. Visit www2. environment.nsw.gov. au/hunter-patersonenvironmental-wateradvisory-group-committeemembers.
inherent in service but also the hidden spiritual and mental anguish which can be felt by families as well as those who serve.
“Remember not all injuries are visible.
“So on this Remembrance Day, pause, be silent and reflect on those who gave their lives, or their service, whether you are at work, home or school.
“Our little local cemeteries are sprinkled with those who gave their service.
“Visit them and remember.”
q Mitchell Groves driving his amphibious vehicle, with Tony Playle directing.
q Amphibious vehicles were launching and landing from the boat ramp near the bridge while children fished.
q The Bren gun carriers parked outside the Erringhi Hotel to attempt a record.
q John Wilson packing to leave.
By Shannon BENTON
IN early 2021 a passionate group of local producers transformed their vision into reality by founding the Dungog Wholefood Co-operative.
This grassroots, community-focused cooperative offers a diverse selection of chemical-free fresh produce, bread, milk, honey, and bulk foods, all available six days a week.
Since its founding, the co-op has connected the community with over 40 local producers and is supported by more than 25 volunteers.
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“The co-op has become more than just a store; it’s a vibrant meeting place that brings the community together around fair food,” said founding member Jimmy Kingston.
With deep roots in Dungog’s agricultural heritage, the coop enables locals to sidestep intermediaries, supporting food traditions and keeping costs low.
One notable producer is Graham Creed, former ABC weatherman and now co-op director, volunteer, and local honey supplier.
The co-op’s
SENIOR Constable Alison Stewart from Port Stephens Hunter Police District is this year’s Rotary NSW Police Officer of the Year.
The NSW Police Officer of the Year awards is a joint initiative by Rotary Clubs of NSW and the NSW Police Force each year, to recognise professional excellence and dedication to service by officers and civilian staff.
The awards were announced at a gala dinner at the Hyatt Regency, Sydney on Friday 1 November.
Judges deemed Snr Cst Stewart worthy of the overall award due to her extensive charity work with Backpack Venture, her long 36-year career as a regional police officer and her work with youth in her local community.
The command’s submission described how Snr Cst Stewart helped set up the Backpack Venture charity, an organisation focused on providing food and goods to children across the Hunter and Western NSW.
During the 2022 Lismore floods Snr Cst Stewart distributed backpacks full of goods to children impacted by the disaster, helping to bring some relief to the devastated community.
Throughout Snr Cst Stewart’s 36-year career she has made an impact in multiple communities across NSW through her work and engagement with youth, local government and community partners.
NSW Police Force Commissioner Karen Webb
membership model has proven popular, with members receiving a ten percent discount and volunteers enjoying up to 30 percent off.
Since opening, they’ve returned approximately $50,000 in discounts. Yet, with growing popularity comes the need for space.
of the NSW Police Force.
“Being a police officer is one of the most significant and important jobs anyone can do for their community,” said Commissioner Webb.
“Senior Constable Stewart’s exceptional dedication as a police officer, even beyond her operational duties, has not only exceeded the high standards of the NSW Police but has also earned her the respect and admiration of her command, colleagues, and the entire organisation.”
Commissioner Webb congratulated Snr Cst Stewart for also being named the Regional NSW Field Operations Officer of the Year.
The co-op is preparing to move to 205 Dowling Street, formerly Stella Bistro, and has launched a campaign to raise $30,000 for new equipment and stock.
Recent fundraising events have included produce-themed art displays and a lively karaoke night at the Royal Hotel, which drew over 80 attendees.
The final fundraising event is the ‘MOVEEMBER’ 50-kilometre walking challenge.
APM commended the work of Snr Cst Stewart, which she said embodies the core values
q Founding member Anna Crane and local grower Loo Boothroyd.
q Graham Creed, one of the Co-op directors and supplier of local honey.
q Artisan baker Simon Brownbridge and founding member Anna Crane.
q Senior Constable Alison Stewart (right) with NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb.
Workers get $8k more bang for their buck in the bush
By Stephanie GARDINER, AAP
BACKYARDS, houses and pub meals have long been bigger in the bush.
If that hasn't been enough to tempt Australians to move to the country, perhaps a bigger bank balance will do the trick.
Regional blue collar workers, like childcare educators and admin assistants, are now about $8000 better off each year than those in the city, according to economic research released on Monday.
Even city professionals, such as doctors and accountants, are not exactly flush, pocketing only $700 more than their regional colleagues, despite earning higher wages.
Those figures represent a dramatic shift from 10 years earlier, when city knowledge workers were more than $10,000 ahead.
Soaring house and rent prices are behind the declining financial incentives to live in the city, according to The Lucky Country or The Lucky City report by research institute e61.
"The relative benefits of
city living no longer outweigh the costs for many workers," the report said.
Regional industrial workers, like truck drivers and labourers, are $10,000 better off per year than those in the city due to both higher average wages and lower housing costs.
That is a longerterm trend, likely due to the shrinking urban manufacturing sector and the resources boom in the regions, the report said.
Workers across all sectors are leaving Sydney and, to a lesser extent, Melbourne and mostly moving to nearby regional centres.
Young families trying to get into the housing market for the first time are most likely to be affected by the declining affordability of city life, with Sydney millennials hit the hardest.
"The fact that those in their 30s are leaving reinforces the idea that rising housing costs are a key factor in their location decision," the report said.
"People in this age bracket will be making life decisions, such as getting married and having children, which are typically associated with
demand for larger homes."
The findings raise questions about productivity if workers are leaving the highest-paid jobs in the cities,
but could also represent an opportunity for country areas, e61 research director Gianni La Cava said. "At any rate, it should be
a priority of governments to allow people to live affordably near highly productive job opportunities," Dr La Cava said.
"This likely means easing zoning constraints, abolishing stamp duty and ensuring immigration policy aligns with housing policy."
q Regional industrial workers are $10,000 a year better off than those in the city, a study says.
Photo: Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS.
Author uncovers hidden gems Election ‘Listening Report’ to launch
By Shannon BENTON
DUNGOG
Shire Library
hosted a well-attended
'Meet the Author' event on Wednesday, 30 October, featuring Bronwyn Greive and her book “More Than Coal: Exploring Significant Natural History of the Lower Hunter Valley and Creative
Ways to Love It”.
This self-published work sheds light on the natural and cultural treasures of the Lower Hunter Valley, including the World Heritage-listed Barrington Tops National Park.
Drawing from her PhD in Natural History Illustration at the University
of Newcastle, Bronwyn’s book celebrates the area’s environmental richness through vibrant illustrations and accessible creative exercises that readers can do at home.
The exercises encourage connection with nature, requiring minimal materials.
“There is no ‘wrong’
WITH a Federal Election looming, Independent Lyne members have been out in the community asking voters about the issues important to them and the kind of political representation they hope to see moving forward.
The results of this consultation will be launched online on Wednesday 14 November at 6pm.
Independent Lyne self describes as a “nonpartisan, communityled group committed to exploring community appetite and support for an independent candidate for
way,” Bronwyn assured, “and you don’t need expensive materials.”
Bronwyn, an artist known for facilitating community murals with local schools, created the book not just for art lovers but for anyone interested in the region’s unique environments.
“I’m proud of the area that we live in,” she said.
“It’s not just coal dust all over the buildings.
“I didn’t want coal to
the Lyne federal electorate”.
To engage the community, group members have set up stalls at fetes, markets and on local streets, as well as hosting ‘Kitchen Table Conversations' in homes, parks and pubs.
Gordon Sutcliffe from Hawks Nest hosted a number of Kitchen Table Conversations at his home.
“They've been stimulating, enjoyable, and they've thrown up a few surprises,” he said.
“In every case, we've found new insights into what people in our local area are really thinking.
“It has also been lovely to
continue to dominate our story.”
The book also features little-known facts about the region, such as Australia’s largest soft coral area located in Port Stephens and the night walks available at Tilligerry Habitat Reserve.
Sites in the book range from Mount Tomaree in Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie’s northern reaches to Cessnock and the Barrington Tops.
see strangers with different views having respectful conversations in a safe environment where there is commitment to listening without interruption.”
Launching next Wednesday, the compiled ‘Listening Report’ will share the key themes and patterns from the consultation.
All are welcome to attend.
Speaking at the event, Clare Doube, Senator David Pocock's 2022 campaign team leader and ProACT co-founder, will share insight on how community listening can foster genuine representation.
Bronwyn was also dedicated to representing each local government area, highlighting locations that have been preserved through strong community efforts.
“I hope it starts lots of conversations about our area,” Bronwyn said, inviting readers to explore, appreciate, and engage with the Lower Hunter Valley’s natural history in creative new ways.
q Bronwyn Greive with her book ‘More than Coal’.
q Bronwyn and attendees at the ‘Meet the Author’ event.
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FRIDAY SHETLAND
ABC TV, 8.30pm
Without Douglas Henshall and his signature black peacoat, Shetland viewers may question if they’ve accidentally tuned into the wrong show. For this eighth innings, Agatha Raisin star Ashley Jensen takes the lead as Met detective Ruth Calder. She’s a former Shetland resident who escaped at her first opportunity only to find herself back in the isles on the trail of gangland murder witness Ellen (Maisie Norma Seaton, pictured). Tosh (Alison O’Donnell) puts her own investigation into a series of sheep slayings on hold to help Calder track her down, but their partnership is far from smooth sailing.
FRIDAY, November
SUNDAY
THE BLOCK
NBN, 7pm
There’s no question: this season of The Block has been the most dramatic yet – but will the all-important auctions follow suit? In tonight’s finale, we find out, as the five stunning Philip Island homes finally go under the hammer. After hosts Scott Cam (pictured) and Shelley Craft reveal the reserve prices, it’s time for one last squabble as the contestants decide on the crucial auction order. All five asking prices are under $2 million for the first time since 2016, which should merit a decent payday for each team (they take home anything over their house’s reserve), but there’s no guarantee. With the auctions held just one day before the episode goes to air, this is as unfiltered and unpredictable as reality TV gets.
MONDAY FIVE BEDROOMS
TEN, 9.40pm
Five Bedrooms is one of those rare homegrown hits that deftly massage the funny bone while striking a (heartwrenching) nerve with relatable scenarios, refreshing characters and sharp scripts: think The Secret Life of Offspring and Colin From Accounts. If you’re yet to discover this hidden gem about a bunch of grownups navigating life in their gorgeous shared Melbourne home, the good news is there’s three seasons to catch up on before this fourth and likely final instalment. Tonight’s episode, “Two Battlers”, finds Liz (Kat Stewart) stepping up as carer after Manju (Kumud Merani) undergoes surgery. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t go to plan.
Question Everything. (R)
Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
Grand Designs New Zealand. (R)
Long Lost Family. (PG, R)
Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Strange Chores. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
Kennedy. (PG)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 The Lesson. (Mal)
12.20 The Wall: The Chateau Murder. (Malv, R)
2.50 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)
3.40 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (PG, R)
4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Dr Harry Cooper looks at Clydesdales.
8.30 Growing Home With Jamie Durie: The Countdown Begins. (PG) Follows Jamie Durie and his young family as they build their eco-friendly dream home.
9.30 King Con: Life And Crimes Of Hamish McLaren. (Mal, R) Tales a look at how con man Hamish McLaren swindled
$60 million from friends, family and lovers.
11.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl, R)
1.10 Taken. (Mav, R)
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Freshwater. (PGa, R)
8.40 MOVIE: Angel Has Fallen. (2019, MA15+lv, R) A secret service agent tries to save the president. Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman.
11.00 Inside Beverly Hills. (Premiere, Ml)
11.50 The First 48. (Ma, R)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Sort Your Life Out. (PGa) Hosted by Stacey Solomon. 8.45
SATURDAY, November 9
6.00
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Inside Windsor Castle. Looks at the late queen’s life in Windsor Castle.
8.25 The Cotswolds With Pam Ayres: Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. (R) Part 3 of 4. Pam Ayres heads to North Gloucestershire and the village of Toddington.
9.15 Treasures Of India With Bettany Hughes: The North. (PG, R) Part 1 of 2.
10.10 So Long, Marianne. (Mals)
11.05 Paris Paris. (Ml, R)
12.05 Hope. (Ml, R)
2.15 Significant Other. (Mds, R)
3.40 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)
4.30 Peer To Peer. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm MOVIE: Thomas And Friends: The Mystery Of Lookout Mountain. (2022) 3.30 Children’s Programs. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 The Crystal Maze. 8.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Speechless. 9.50 Officially Amazing. 10.20 Dragon Ball Super. 10.40 Late Programs.
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6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG) The team travels the Savannah Way.
7.30 MOVIE: Independence Day: Resurgence. (2016, Mv, R) Two decades after they first invaded Earth, an alien race mounts another attack on the planet.
Liam Hemsworth, Jeff Goldblum. 9.55 MOVIE: I, Robot. (2004, Mv, R)
A robot is suspected of murder. Will Smith, Alan Tudyk.
A pilot is forced to make an emergency landing. Tom Hanks.
9.30 MOVIE: Plane. (2023, MA15+alv)
A pilot is caught in a war zone. Gerard Butler, Mike Colter. 11.40 MOVIE: Judas And The Black Messiah. (2021, MA15+lv, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 MOVIE: The Lion King. (1994, G, R) A young lion cub leaves his pride for a life in exile. Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons.
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6am The Movie
Show. 6.25 The Caine Mutiny. (1954, PG) 8.40 A King In New York. (1957, PG) 10.35 Operation Napoleon. (2023, M) 12.45pm The Guns Of Navarone. (1961, PG) 3.35 Little Women. (1994, PG) 5.50 Thirteen Days. (2000, PG) 8.30 Shanghai. (2010, MA15+) 10.30 The Book Of Delights. (2020, MA15+, Portuguese) 12.25am Saving Private Ryan. (1998, MA15+) 3.30 Late Programs.
SUNDAY, November 10
I Was Actually There: The Beatles’ World Record Adelaide Visit. (PG, R)
9.55 You Can’t Ask That. (Mals, R)
11.00 Miniseries: Marriage. (Ml, R)
12.00 Miniseries: Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (Ma, R)
1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered. (R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.05am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants. (2005, PG) 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Speechless. 10.30
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Pompeii’s Secret Underworld: A City Of Extremes. (Mansv) Part 1 of 2.
9.25 What Killed The Roman Empire? (PGan, R) Experts explore the collapse of the Roman Empire and the role played by climate change and three pandemics.
11.05 Pearl Harbor. (MA15+av, R)
12.55 Royal Autopsy. (Manw, R)
2.45 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGal, R)
3.35 How To Get Fit Fast. (R)
4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
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12 Dishes In 12 Hours. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (Return) 8.30 Disaster Autopsy. 9.25 Tokyo Vice. 10.30 Late Programs. 6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 I
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6am Little Women. Continued. (1994, PG) 7.45 Thirteen Days. (2000, PG) 10.25 The Lunchbox. (2013, PG, Hindi) 12.25pm Hearts And Bones. (2019, M) 2.30 The Caine Mutiny. (1954, PG) 4.45 The Man Who Invented Christmas. (2017, PG) 6.40 The Lake House. (2006, PG) 8.30 August: Osage County. (2013, MA15+) 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. (PG) 9.00 The British Airways Killer. (Mav) Part 1 of 2. A major missing persons investigation is launched when a mother of two goes missing.
11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (MA15+adv, R)
12.15 The Starter Wife. (Mas, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
Programs.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (Final, PGl) 9.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 10.00 9News Late.
10.30 See No Evil: The Man In The Cowboy Hat. (Mav)
The First 48. (Ma)
World’s Greatest Natural Icons. (PG, R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
C’ship. 8 Hours of Bahrain. H’lights. 4.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 5.30 MOVIE: Sonic The Hedgehog. (2020, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. (2001, PG) 10.45 MOVIE: Power Rangers. (2017, M) 1.05am Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Geelong United. 2.30 MOVIE: Problem Child. (1990, PG) 4.00 MOVIE: Middle School: The Worst Years Of My Life. (2016, PG) 5.50 MOVIE: Sherlock Gnomes. (2018) 7.30 MOVIE: Green Lantern. (2011, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Streets Of Colour.
6am The Lake House. (2006, PG) 7.50 Little Women. (1994, PG) 10.00 The Man Who Invented Christmas. (2017, PG) Noon Ali And Ava. (2021, M) 1.50 Thirteen Days. (2000, PG) 4.30 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 6.30 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.30 The Lighthorsemen. (1987, M) 10.40 Beneath Hill 60. (2010, M) 12.55am Salvation Boulevard. (2011, M) 2.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG)
8.30 The Zelensky Story. (PG) 9.30 Greatest Train Journeys From Above. (R)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+asv)
1.05 Son Of. (Madlv, R)
2.50 Paddington Station 24/7. (PG, R)
3.40 The Autistic Gardener. (R)
4.30 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The MPU is on the case when a
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6am Morning Programs. 6.55 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.55 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 10.50 Gloria Bell. (2018, M) 12.45pm Murder By Decree. (1979, M) 3.00 The Lake House. (2006, PG) 4.50 The Mole Agent. (2020, Spanish) 6.30 The Ipcress File. (1965, PG) 8.30 Klondike. (2022, MA15+, Ukrainian) 10.25 Onoda. (2021, MA15+, Japanese) 1.35am Late Programs.
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WEDNESDAY, November 13
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGad, R) 10.50 Our Coast. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 48 Hours To Victory. (PG, R) 2.55 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Michael Mosley: Wonders Of The Human Body. (Premiere, PGa)
8.30 The Jury: Death On The Staircase. (M)
9.35 The Old Man. (MA15+v)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Desperate Measures. (Malv)
12.40 Miniseries: Holding. (Mal, R)
2.30 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R)
3.15 The Autistic Gardener. (R) 4.10 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Lyrik becomes public enemy number one.
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Big Trip. (PG) Hosted by Dave Thornton.
9.45 First Dates UK. (Mls)
10.50 The Latest: Seven News. 11.20 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R)
12.20 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (Return, PGm) 8.30 Listing Melbourne. 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav) 12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.
R) 2.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.
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6am The Ipcress File. (1965, PG) 8.00 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 10.00 Beneath Hill 60. (2010, M) 12.15pm Black Box. (2021, M, French) 2.40 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 4.40 When Mum Is Away… With The Family. (2020, PG, Italian) 6.35 Spitfire. (2018, PG) 8.30 Tigerland. (2000, MA15+) 10.30 Police. (2020, M, French) 12.20am Redemption Of A Rogue. (2020, MA15+) 2.10 Late Programs.
THURSDAY, November 14
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 For The Love Of Dogs. 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. 10.50 Our Coast. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.05 48 Hours To Victory. 3.00 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.10 Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 2.00 Catch Phrase. (PG, R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PGd, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)
8.30 Japan: World’s Most Punctual Train. (PG, R)
9.25 Paris Has Fallen. (M)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Miniseries: The Typist. (Mav, R)
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Killing Eve. (Final, Mv, R)
Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Magic And The Brain – The Science Of Illusion: A Catalyst Special. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
3.30 The Autistic Gardener. (R) 4.25 Peer To Peer. (PGa, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Spitfire. (2018, PG) 7.55 The Mole Agent. (2020, Spanish) 9.35 Emu Runner. (2018, PG) 11.25 Mass. (2021, M) 1.30pm The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 3.30 The Ipcress File. (1965, PG) 5.30 The Bridge On The River Kwai. (1957, PG) 8.30 Six Minutes To Midnight. (2020, M) 10.25 The Conference. (2022, M, German) 12.30am I’m Not There. (2007, M) 3.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
8.00 Highway Patrol. (PGadl)
8.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av) Explores life behind bars.
9.30 Body In The Bin: Murder Of Louise Kam. (Madv)
10.30 The Latest: Seven News.
11.00 What The Killer Did Next. (Mav, R)
12.00 Magnum P.I. (Mav)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
I SEEM to spend half my life trying to remember my passwords and then having to go through the process of resetting them. How can I save them so they are safe and memorable?
Pauline W.
Dear Rowena, Passwords. Remember the time when there were no passwords, and no computerised filing systems? No, back then, to lock things away, you'd just have to remember where you left the key to your actual filing cabinet, and then you'd have to drag those heavy drawers out on their
rusted tracks, and then flick through hundreds of manilla folders in suspension files. Those were the days. Now we have to log in to everything and our passwords have to be ridiculous combinations of letters and numbers and special characters and they also have to be different from the passwords we've used in the past, which we couldn't remember when logging in, but which now come to us with crystal clear clarity along with the message 'previously used password - try again'.
But none of this is as depressing as the password backup method where you have to answer previously recorded questions and answers.
These questions include things like 'what street did you live in when you were in highschool?' and 'what job
did you want when you were young?'
When I answer these questions, I forget all about logging into a program that records my receipts and reconciles my bank statements, because I am instead on a trip down memory lane, when I lived on a leafy street in the northern beaches and I wanted to be a veterinary surgeon, which would certainly have paid more than my current occupation.
You could perhaps do what my father did, and store all your passwords in a file that is named something so obscure that no one would think to open it.
The problem with this one, as my father discovered, is that he couldn't remember the filename either. It ended up being dementia (the filename that is).
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
RED One is the major Hollywood release this week, ushering in this year's round of Christmas movies early enough to make it a family favourite once it hits streaming.
Santa Claus has been kidnapped and it’s up to Dwayne Johnson as the North Pole’s chief of security, Chris Evans as a cynical bounty hunter on “the naughty list” and a talking polar bear to recover him.
Nearly everyone involved in this film has
tremendous appeal and goodwill (J.K. Simmons, Lucy Liu), including director Jake Kasdan.
The trouble may be in the way the silly, family film premise is being handled as a bit too much of a film for “grown-ups”, emphasising the action more than the comedy
Home grown gem Audrey, is a satirical and darkly comic film from Natalie Bailey.
Ronnie Lipstick (Jackie Van Beek) put her film career on hold when she had children, but was determined that her
daughter Audrey would become a star.
When an accident causes Audrey to fall into a coma, “Mother-of-the-year” Ronnie takes her daughter's place in the teen drama program to ensure her legacy.
A horror film from just across the pond, Grafted, is the debut feature from NZ filmmaker Sasha Rainbow.
A gnarly and intense body-horror flick that explores the lengths to which someone might go to be accepted, this film carries some genuine social insight along with visceral effects.
Lest We Forget: David Rupert Johns
By Martin HOLMES CSM
THIS story is part of a series about military veterans laid to rest at Dungog General Cemetery by Dungog RSL subBranch Vice-President Martin Holmes.
29299 BDR David Rupert Johns – WW1 (AIF)
DAVID was born in Dungog in 1896 to parents Isaac and Elizabeth Johns.
In January 1916, at age 19 years, he enlisted in the Militia and served with the 14th Infantry Militia before volunteering for service in the AIF.
He was enlisted in the AIF on 15 June, joining the 117th Howitzer Battery.
On 30 September he embarked for England, arriving in Plymouth on 19 November.
On 9 January 1917, David was at Etaples (France) and joined the 2nd Division Artillery.
On 13 May he was transferred to the 5th Field Artillery Brigade where he remained for the remainder of the war. He fought in the Battles of Bullecourt, Messines, Menin Road, Broodseinde and Passchendaele before being gassed by enemy shelling on 18 October.
He was evacuated back to 54th General Hospital then to England on 31 October, where he spent five weeks recovering.
On 7 February 1918, he rejoined the 5th Field Artillery Brigade in France.
Throughout 1918 his unit fought in the Battles of the Somme, Amiens, Bapaume (including Mont St Quentin) and finally the breakthrough of the Hindenburg Line.
He was wounded again on 6 October with a gunshot wound to the chin and evacuated to the 5th General Hospital at Rouen (France).
The Armistice was signed on 11 November and
Wei, a uni student of Chinese background, faces rejection and vitriol from people in her life who don’t see her value.
Her obsession, however, is in completing her scientistfather’s work involving skin grafting, but all the bullying is pushing her to extreme lengths.
Not for the faint of heart.
Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom comes to select screens this week.
It is a feature film continuation of a Japanese anime series that teenagers in your home may have seen on Netflix.
Honestly, this one’s only worth it for those who already know about it.
Among the most bizarre
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David rejoined his unit on 2 December.
He was promoted from Gunner to Bombardier in January 1919 while in France.
On 4 June he arrived back in Australia and was discharged from the AIF on 29 August.
Due to his war injuries David was to become a totally and permanently incapacitated (TPI) pensioner.
David returned to Dungog after the war to reside with his parents and resume his work as a clerk.
In the 1930s he moved to Sydney where he remained until his early death, caused by his war injuries, on 30 December 1948.
He was buried in the Dungog General Cemetery (Anglican Section) in the same plot as his father, brother and sister.
As a returned soldier from WW1 his headstone was erected by the Office of Australian War Graves and is of white marble.
David was issued the British War Medal 1914-20 and the Victory Medal.
David is recorded on the Dungog and District Honour Roll 1914-18, which is hung in the Dungog RSL Memorial Club foyer.
films released this year is Sasquatch Sunset
From off-beat filmmakers Nathan and David Zellner, this piece of cinema mimics the style of “nature narrative” movies like The Bear, by way of the mockumentary format.
The film follows a family of Sasquatch living in the wilds of California.
With nary a line of dialogue or word of narration, the story follows the quartet as they try to survive in a confusing world.
A documentary of the iconic Bondi Icebergs, The Pool, seeks to be a celebration of Aussie spirit and inclusivity.
Something of a personal piece for director Ian Darling,
who counts the spot as his favourite place to swim, his hope is that the film will be a beautiful exploration of the ways in which we crave and build communities.
Finally a sequel to a Thai horror film from last year comes to select screens as Death Whisperer 2 The kind of film that picks up the threads of the previous entry, it is the tale of a family haunted by a vengeful and cruel spirit. Those of you who might be curious, but feel you should check out the first film before trying this one, just know that by the time you find Death Whisperer you’ll likely have missed your chance to see the sequel.
By Shannon BENTON
DUNGOG embraced Halloween with spinetingling festivities on Thursday, 31 October, drawing locals of all ages into the fun.
The James Theatre transformed into a haunted spectacle for the evening, with webs, creepy crawlies, skulls, witches, and even a zombie baby in a pram adding to the eerie atmosphere.
During a special screening of ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', two ghostly figures glided among the audience, handing out bags of lollies to delighted moviegoers.
At The Barn pastry house, Halloween treats were the highlight, with a pumpkin carving party and spooky delights such as bleeding heart cinnamon scrolls, witches' brew cruffins, and poisoned orchard apples on offer.
Trick-or-treating also
reached new heights this year, with a record number of homes decorated and handing out sweets to both the young and young-atheart.
Dungog's Halloween celebrations brought out the community’s creative spirit, making it a memorable night filled with frights and delights for all involved.
Water bill pricing
HUNTER Water has submitted its pricing proposal to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for the period of 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2030.
Hunter Water proposes that the typical bill for a household receiving water, wastewater and stormwater services (before inflation) will rise, on average, $86 or 5.7 percent each year from
2025 until 2030.
The bill increase will be phased in gradually over the next five years.
Hunter Water
Managing Director Darren Cleary said the costs of providing essential water and wastewater services are rising, so the prices customers are charged during the next price period need to increase.
“We know the rising
cost of living weighs on our customers, and we don’t take an increase to our customers’ bills lightly, though we do need to ensure we can continue to deliver reliable, high-quality services and secure our region’s water future,” Mr Cleary said.
“Just as we’ve seen in many other sectors of the economy, persistent cost pressures are contributing to rising prices.”
q David Rupert Johns’ war grave in Dungog Cemetery.
q David’s grave in the family plot.
q Quinn Ley, Josie Steer and Banks Ley trick-or-treating in Dungog.
Ancient variant clue to Indigenous respiratory illness
By Keira JENKINS, AAP
A BREAKTHROUGH
discovery has revealed an ancient gene variant influencing immune defences among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The ancient variant of the natural killer receptor was identified by researchers from the Peter Doherty Institute, Monash University, Menzies School of Health Research, University of Colorado and Stanford University.
Natural killer cells are a type of white blood cell key in mediating early immune control against a broad range of viruses, Doherty Institute professor Katherine Kedzierska said.
These cells can restrict viruses from replicating in
early stages of infection, which means they play an important role in the ability to prevent infection and recover from a virus.
Indigenous people are at higher risk of severe respiratory viral diseases, including influenza and COVID-19, Professor Kedzierska said.
The study provides a new understanding of immune response among people from across Oceania including Australasia, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.
"Indigenous people globally also have increased influenza, pneumonia hospitalisation rates," Prof Kedzierska told AAP.
"In addition to social and health determinants, the immune cells and especially genetic variations
within immune cells may contribute to increased risk of respiratory diseases."
The researchers conducted in-depth genomic and molecular analysis of natural killer cells in Indigenous people, at the Stanford University genomic facility and the Australian Synchrotron.
About 200 'flavours' or types of natural killer cells exist in the body, the institute's Andrew Brooks said.
"What we've identified is a variant that changes the flavour, or the type of response, essentially that the NK (natural killer) cells can make in the Indigenous population," Professor Brooks said.
"It probably enhances the capacity response to
some things and it probably detracts capacity response to other things."
The natural killer variant identified by the research team appears to be exclusive to the people of Oceania.
Analysis of more than 1300 individuals revealed the frequency of this variant was as high as 28 percent among highland Papuans, and about six percent in Indigenous people from northern Australia, Prof Kedzierska said.
Findings of the study could inform the design of new vaccines and immunotherapies.
"Understanding of immune responses in First Nations people globally is really important because immunological genetic studies do not often involve
First Nations people and other minority populations," she said.
"Our study really reveals the importance of working with First Nations people to understand immune responses and how we can protect everyone from severe infectious diseases, including respiratory viral infections."
The research has been published in the journal Cell.
Clean energy talk cheap, flight upgrades pricey for PM
By Kat WONG and Andrew BROWN, AAP
THE prime minister has ramped up campaign efforts ahead of a looming federal election, but some question his approach.
Anthony Albanese last Tuesday helped open a new TAFE facility in Newcastle, emphasising its role in bolstering the area's renewable energy workforce, before revealing a clean energy project in the Victorian city of Wodonga.
But Tony Barry, director at independent pollster Redbridge Group, says the latest efforts seem like "a bunch of unconnected tactical announcements" that weren't enough to take the spotlight from reporting
over Mr Albanese's free flight upgrades or his recently purchased $4 million property.
"These stories are easy to understand and reinforce an existing prejudice that he's not really in touch with Australians that are struggling with cost-of-living pressures," he told AAP.
"People are hurting, they need relief and it's building grievance in the electorate.
"He needs a signature policy as opposed to an announcement, and he's falling into the trap of governing by press release."
The two Tuesday announcements are part of the federal government's Future Made in Australia proposal, a manufacturing package to fund clean energy
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the 12-years 50 metres butterfly final, lowering his PB by 0.63 seconds.
He also picked up a silver medal.
Georgia McDonald shone in the 14-years age category, snaring a gold and two silver medals from her six events.
She underlined her potential with four personal best swims in the 50m freestyle, 100m freestyle, 200m freestyle and 400m freestyle finals.
Other Stroud Seals swimmers to impress were:
• Sebastian Webster (15-years) with a bronze medal and personal best times in the 100m
breaststroke; 50m freestyle and 100m freestyle events;
• Ruby Budden (12-years) who registered personal best times in the 50m butterfly; 100m freestyle; 50m breaststroke and 50m backstroke;
• Claire Cousins (12-years) with personal best times in the 100m breaststroke and 200m freestyle;
• Lachlan Webster (16-years) who posted PBs in the 200m butterfly and 200m freestyle finals;
• Harry Cousins (15-years) with top ten finishes and a personal best time in the 100m freestyle and;
• Ashley Cousins (16-years) who set a personal best time in the 200m freestyle.
projects and create jobs in the decarbonisation transition.
It is one of the government's signature policies and has often been used to contrast Labor's clean energy platform with the opposition's nuclear power plan.
"It sort of lacks definition and again, it's not enough just to announce that, you have to communicate it," he said.
"Some stories in policy areas like energy, for example, are incredibly complex... and hard to present because they are gargantuan in size."
Compared to his predecessors Paul Keating and Bob Hawke, Mr Albanese does not have the communication skills to sell these kinds of policies, which makes it hard for him
to leverage opportunities like Tuesday's events, Mr Barry said.
Energy will be a key issue at the upcoming federal election, which must be held by May 2025, and the policy battle is expected to play out in the resource-rich electorate of Hunter.
The opposition has yet to release the costings for its nuclear plan, which aims to establish seven power plants at former coal hubsincluding the Hunter Valleyfrom the mid 2030s.
Meanwhile, Mr Albanese revealed the federal and NSW governments will invest $60 million across five years for the Hunter Net Zero Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at the TAFE in Newcastle to help build skills
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and support the workforce needed for the renewable energy sector.
Another $17 million will be provided through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency to help build Australia's first commercial concentrated solar thermal heat plant, slated for completion in Wodonga by 2026.
The new build will help generate sufficient heat for manufacturing processes and is expected to create 80 jobs during construction and reduce gas use.
The prime minister said the funding would help secure renewables in years to come.
"Creating jobs, investing in our regions, reducing emissions and bringing
Paterson Golf Club
SATURDAY 2 November
Individual Stroke, Monthly Medal & Match Play Championships Final FIELD | 36 members & 6 visitors.
DIVISION 1 (<15) | Winner & Monthly Medal Timothy Kiem (12) 59 Nett, Runner Up Clinton Bridge (13) 59 Nett, 3rd Place
William Mirisch (13) 61 Nett
DIVISION 2 (16-36) |
Winner Joseph Jackson (20) 63 Nett, Runner Up Greg Kellner (17) 64 Nett, 3rd Place Michael Dobosz (25) 67 Nett
BALL COMP | Chris Zawirski (9) [Branxton] 62 Nett, Graeme Valentine (10) 63 Nett, Nathan Hughes (14) [Newcastle] 63 Nett, John Walker (14) 63 Nett, Glenn Davies (6) 64 Nett, Lee Hunt (12) [Branxton] 64 Nett, Peter Nicholson (15) 65 Nett, Nick Howell (14) 65 Nett, David Bambach (12) 65 Nett, Mark Maddock (9) 65 Nett, James
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down power prices - that's what we're delivering," Mr Albanese said.
"Peter Dutton and the coalition want to deliver the most expensive form of new energy - nuclear - in two decades' time, but refuse to tell Australians what it will cost them."
Though opinion has turned against Labor since the 2022 vote, election analyst Kevin Bonham says the party has room to bounce back.
"Lots of governments fall well behind during their terms and then recover from that, and this government hasn't even fallen clearly behind," he told AAP.
"While (polling) is lacklustre, it's not panic stations."
q Timothy Kiem and Joseph Jackson.
q Katherine Kedzierska said Indigenous people have higher hospital rates for influenza and pneumonia. Photo: Supplied/AAP PHOTOS.
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By Chris KARAS
Dungog Memorial RSL Club
MONDAY
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
SUNDAY
• Rotary Club of Dungog meet here on Monday evenings
• Lunch and Dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch specials $12.00
• Dinner from 5.30pm
Housie played every week, commencing at 11.00am Happyman Chinese Bistro - CLOSED
• Lunch and Dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch specials $12.00 Dinner from 5.30pm
• Lunch and Dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch specials $12.00
• Dinner from 5.30pm Lunch and Dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch specials $12.00 Dinner from 5.30pm
Euchre played every Friday – get your names in by 7.00pm
• Raffles – 28 prizes – tickets on sale by 7.00pm, draw commences at 8.00pm
• Members Draw – drawn at a random time between 6.00pm and 10.00pm. Prize is currently at $3,800 and jackpotting by $50 twice a week if not won.
• Lunch and Dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch Specials $12.00
• Dinner from 5.30pm
• Punters competition – get your tips in early – Club opens at 10.30am
• Lunch and dinner in Happyman Chinese Bistro – Lunch Specials $12.00
• Dinner from 5.30pm
• Raffles – 28 prizes – tickets on sale by 11.30am and draw commences at 12.00 pm
Members Draw – drawn at a random time between 11.00am and 2.00pm. Prize is currently at $3,300 and
by $50 twice a week if not won.
PROMISING Stroud Seals swimmers Caitlin McDonald, Dan Tatchell and Saxon Hayes claimed gold at the recent North Coast Swimming Championships in Port Macquarie.
The talented trio showed their credentials with encouraging victories; recording personal best times in their respective age groups. McDonald grabbed three gold, two silver and two bronze medals from seven events in the 15-years category to cap an outstanding meet.
The top prospect set a personal best time in the 50m butterfly final where she shaved 0.03 seconds off her previous best with a powerful finish in the short sprint event.
Lining up in the 23 years section, Tatchell clipped 1.64 sec off his previous best to win the 400m individual medley. He also brought home a bronze.
Hayes collected gold in
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q The Stroud Seals turned in strong performances at the recent North Coast Swimming titles in Port Macquarie.
