Myall Coast News Of The Area 13 April 2023

Piggy Races run for charity

By Thomas O'KEEFE

RACING for charity took on novel meaning at the Charity Pig Race Day, held once again at the Tea Gardens Country Club on Easter Saturday, 8 April.

It was a great pig day out for everyone, with clowns, face painting, a mechanical bull, and the star attraction of the porcine prowess from Noah’s Thoroughbred Racing Pigs, with proceeds going to the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) and Variety.

The pigs and their performance formed the basis of a series of raffles and auctions, the main

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LEN ROBERTS vs ABC

q Youth TGHN Surf Life Saving Club members with SLSC President Andrew Eden (left) and Junior Coordinator Amanda Osmond (right).

DEFAMATION proceedings launched by Tea Gardens’ Len Roberts against the

Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) have been settled, with the ABC

Piggy Races run for charity

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beneficiaries of which were the youth of the SLSC.

“These Country Club pig races are the biggest fund-raiser of the year for the Life Savers,” Amanda Osmond, who has been Junior Activities Coordinator at the SLSC for the past five years, told NOTA.

“This year the funds will help construct a purpose-built shed for our Youth, who are Life Savers out of Nippers but not yet adults,” Ms Osmond added.

At the time of printing, the Pig Races had raised $8000 for the SLSC.

“This is the fourth year we’ve run the pigs at Tea Gardens, after losing a year to COVID,” said pig handler Jeff Bakon (yes, that is his actual name, he provided ID to prove it), from Warwick, who has been running thoroughbred piggies for eight years.

“We hand feed them from four weeks of age, and they will have a racing career of about three months,” Mr Bakon explained, adding that the six-race card was the first outing for the seven cute little maiden racers.

The maiden racers had a little trouble navigating the loop, however, once they found the official finish (a tray of milk), the porcine prancers clambered for the creamy goodness as the large crowd of pig-punters erupted in cheers.

While the seven porky pacers are yet to be

named, a few onlookers suggested some meaty monikers, including ‘Amy Swinehouse’, ‘Peter Porker’, ‘EinSwine’, ‘Ham Solo’, ‘Chewbacon’, ‘Hamlet’, and, of course, ‘Sooey’.

q The piggies thrilled on the final straight.

q The piggies rounding the corner, vaguely aware of the situation. q The piggies resting to avoid pulling a hammy.

LEN ROBERTS vs ABC

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publishing an apology to Mr Roberts.

The proceedings centred around an episode of the ABC’s Four Corners program, entitled Obeid Inc, which aired in November 2021.

The episode explored links between a number of planned residential developments on the NSW Mid North Coast and the Obeid family.

Mr Roberts was interviewed for the program, with questions raised about his involvement in development plans for land at Sanderling Avenue, Hawks Nest; both in his capacity as CEO of the Karuah Local Aboriginal Land Council and as a MidCoast Councillor.

On Tuesday 4 April, the ABC offered the following apology on their website.

“On 8 November 2021 the ABC broadcast a program called Obeid Inc and published a transcript of that program on the ABC website.

“The publications included an interview with Mr Len Roberts, a First Nations person, and a former Councillor of the MidCoast Council, and a member and former CEO of the Karuah Local Aboriginal Land Council (KLALC).

“The publications contained allegations concerning the Obeid family’s role in property developments on the north coast of NSW.

“The ABC did not intend to suggest that Mr Roberts was working or co-operating with the Obeids or that Mr Roberts behaved in any way inappropriately in his roles as a former councillor and former CEO of the KLALC.

“If the program did inadvertently make

Kate Washington MP joins NSW Cabinet

By Thomas O’KEEFE

LOCAL State Member Kate Washington was officially sworn into the historic NSW Cabinet of the new Minns Labor Government in Sydney on Wednesday, 5 April.

Ms Washington joined the historically diverse cabinet with dual portfolios as Minister for Families and Communities and Minister for Disability Inclusion, after being part of the Shadow Cabinet for seven years.

“I am incredibly honoured, and looking forward to the important work that needs to be done.

"Having held these responsibilities as Shadow Minister, I have an understanding of

the complexities and challenges in what lies ahead,” Ms Washington told NOTA.

“The current state of the child protection system in NSW is not achieving the outcomes that vulnerable families deserve,” Ms Washington said, adding, “the Minns Labor Government puts vulnerable kids at the heart of its decision-making.”

On Disability Inclusion, Ms Washington said, “I will work with Bill Shorten to make the NDIS work better for everyone, with a significant focus on increasing employment for people with disabilities,” referring to the Federal Minister for NDIS and Government Services.

When asked how her Cabinet positions

those allegations about Mr Roberts the ABC unreservedly withdraws them.

“The ABC apologises to Mr Roberts for any hurt or embarrassment caused by the publications.”

A spokesperson for the ABC told News Of The Area, “The proceedings were commenced by Mr Roberts’ statement of claim filed in September 2022, which set out his concerns about the program.

“The ABC filed a defence in November 2022.

“The proceedings have since been resolved to both parties’ satisfaction on confidential terms including discontinuance of the proceedings and an agreed statement on the ABC Corrections and Clarifications webpage.”

Mr Roberts told NOTA he hopes the public apology from the ABC will “help restore” his reputation on the Myall Coast.

“I’m hopeful that it will be seen that I was

wronged,” he said.

“The defence lodged in the Federal Court case by the respondent did not ever say that what was broadcast in the Four Corners program against me was true.

“Defences centred on issues of ‘public interest’.

“I was never able to understand how what was said about me could be in the public interest.”

Mr Roberts has maintained his innocence since the program aired.

“I hope that the outcome will be to restore my good name, recognising that I have always denied the truth of the allegations made about me in every respect.

“The public record shows that despite statements to the contrary I did declare a conflict of interest when the DA came before Council as required under council obligations in the matter as an Aboriginal and former CEO of KLALC.”

impact her role as Member for Port Stephens, Ms Washington affirmed, “My primary role is as the Member for Port Stephens, and I will never forget that; I will always be there for them.

“It’s also good that our community will have a voice at the most powerful table in the State.” Ms Washington’s family watched as Kate and the new Minns Cabinet, historic in having 50 percent female Ministers, were sworn in by NSW Governor Margaret Beazley.

“It’s great that our Cabinet finally reflects our community, with a range of ethnicities and geographical origins, it is a truly representative cabinet,” Ms Washington reflected.

“Whilst I am a Minister, I still want people to keep calling me ‘Kate’,” Ms Washington said, after a “whirlwind” few days in Sydney, adding, “I am very glad to be heading home to Medowie for the Easter long weekend.”

Means testing for your aged care pension & your family home

by Cavelle Lindsay

We are often asked whether the value of the family home should be included in the assets assessment when determining the amount to be paid when going into care. The answer is part of the value of your family home may be counted in the assets assessment.

If you keep your family home, a capped amount of $186,331.20 (as at 20 September 2022) or the net market value of your house (if lower) is included in your assets assessment. If you are part of a couple, each partner is considered to own half of the home, so half of the net market value or the capped value is included as an asset – whichever is lower. The cap is applied to each half of the home.

Your home won't be counted as an asset if it is occupied by a protected person. A protected person

includes:

• your partner or dependent child

• a carer eligible for an Australian Government income support payment who has been living in the home with you for at least two years

• a close relative who is eligible for an Australian Government income support payment who has been living in the home with you for at least five years.

A dependent child is a child who is under the age of 21 years.

It's important to note that the rules around the asset test can be complex and may vary depending on a range of factors. We suggest you seek advice from an aged care financial advisor for your individual circumstances.

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MULLANE & LINDSAY TAKING THE LEAD

q The historically diverse new NSW Cabinet.

q Kate Washington is sworn in by NSW Governor Margaret Beazley.

q Port Stephens MP and new Cabinet Minister Kate Washington outside Government House, Sydney.

Police and Community Charity Golf Day 2023

By Thomas O’KEEFE

SWINGING for charity was the Good Friday deed for many this year, at the Police and Community Charity Golf Day at the Hawks Nest Golf Club on 7 April.

“The Golf Day is run by the police and the community, to raise money for the community and local charities, people in need,” Trent Moffat, local Senior Constable and Lockup Keeper, told NOTA.

“Not one cent goes to the police, it is about local people supporting local people.

“The local police rely on the community for support, and we want the community and the police to maintain a good relationship through events like this,” Mr Moffat said.

Jeff Farmer, a local policeman from 19882001, co-founded the event in 1988 and still resides in the area.

“The people of Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest and surrounds have been the most giving to charity, per capita, compared to anywhere else,” he said.

“This sort of thing used to happen all over the Hunter, but this is now the only ‘Police and Community’ event of its kind that still happens,” Mr Farmer told NOTA.

Since its inception, the Police and Community Golf Day has raised an accumulated total of more than $250,000, according to the organisers.

This year’s major sponsor, Hawks Nest First National Real Estate, led the way with a host of local businesses sponsoring holes, and donating a host of impressive raffle prizes.

“We’ve supported the local school and preschool, the Community Bus, Meals On Wheels, local ambulance services and the Westpac Helicopter, donations to brain cancer research, and to individuals and kids with illnesses,” Mr Farmer added.

Stephen Mount, local solicitor and organising committee member, told NOTA, “We are pleased to see up to 140 golfers who had joined the competition, coming from all around the Hunter.”

This year’s event raised over $20,000, going to the Tea Gardens P&C Association and other local beneficiaries.

The next event at Hawks Nest Golf Club, which brings hundreds of tourists to the area, will be a Kids Disco, held on 13 April.

q Organisers Rebecca Mount, James Howell, Colin McCarthy, Jeff Farmer, Stephen Mount, Mick Rumble, John Rumble, Trent Moffat and Kristie Curry.

q Golf competition winners Perry White, Mitchell McGrath, Justin Shaw and Jeff Plimmer with Trent Moffat.

q Hawks Nest First National’s John Rumble in action on the 10th hole.

q Golfers numbering 140, plus family and friends, attended the event for charity.

‘Emotion’ catamaran steps mast

By Thomas O’KEEFE

STEPPING closer to the ocean, the locally built catamaran ‘Emotion’ had its mast ‘stepped’ at Hawks Nest’s Pelican Park Wharf on Monday, 3 April.

In the dismal, wintry morning, the 21.5m twillfinished carbon fibre mast was ferried from Carrington, in two sections, upon John Lyall’s oyster barge, then

hoisted onto solid ground by Lofty Cranes.

Local carpenter Winnie brought the third and final piece, the boom’s furler, by road, telling News Of The Area (NOTA), “It’s probably worth more than my car!”

Boat builder Nigel Holt, with Emotion owner Rob Cave, guided the pieces to safety, then prepared the complicated electronics and connections for the stepping

later in the day.

At mid-morning, Emotion left Tea Gardens public jetty, glided under the Singing Bridge, and sidled silently up to the Hawks Nest wharf.

The catamaran’s sleek ‘Matterhorn White’ paint job, courtesy of Ian Car, conjured the visage of a spaceship, crossed with a manta ray, when viewed from the front.

“The mast weighs 300kg, and its fully-assembled 21.5m won’t fit under the Bridge,” Mr Cave informed NOTA, alluding to the Singing Bridge’s 10.6m safe clearance limit.

“It was actually my first ‘voyage’ as we said ‘Goodbye Tea Gardens, hello Hawks Nest’,” said co-owner Anna Cave.

“Since the launch, we’ve been amazed by the interest from locals, and want to thank everyone for their support and well-wishes,” Mrs Cave told NOTA.

“’Stepping’ is the whole process of raising and attaching the mast, and we’re following a traditional attaching of a silver coin at the mast’s bottom,” Mrs Cave

RFS seeks recruits and fire awareness

By Thomas O’KEEFE

VOLUNTEERS are being

keenly sought for the evercrucial service provided by the Pindimar/Tea Gardens Rural Fire Service, which held regular training exercises at Tea Gardens on Sunday, 2 April.

Training is held twice per month, at various locations around the Tea Gardens/ Hawks Nest/Pindimar area, and is both great physical exercise, and a solid social experience with the dedicated team of local volunteers.

This week saw recruits, seasoned and new, practicing the art of ‘bowling and rolling’ the fire hoses, then shooting down practice targets with the high-pressure water jets.

According to the RFS,

the statutory ‘fire season’ ended as of 31 March, however, human calendars are meaningless to Mother Nature.

“The last two and a half years of rainfall have created an extreme fuel load,” Brigade Captain David Bright, who became Captain only five months prior to the devastating 2019/2020 fire season, told NOTA.

Captain Bright referred to the La Nina weather event, which brought the extended heavy rains that have caused extraordinary vegetation growth.

“Combine that with a predicted mild winter, and we will have a very high fire danger period coming up,” Captain Bright added, saying, “a ‘mild winter’ means low

rainfall, very dry and perfect for vegetation to become fuel.”

The end of the RFS’s statutory Bush Fire Danger Period, which officially runs from 1 October to 31 March, means that fire permits are no longer required, however landowners planning to burn off still need to notify their neighbours, and Fire Control 24 hours beforehand.

Captain Bright and Training/Equipment Officer Morrie Leembruggen are eager to find new volunteers for the local brigade.

“The average age of the Pindimar/Tea Gardens Brigade is 67,” Mr Leembruggen told NOTA.

“We’re keen to train up some young blood to keep the wheels turning in the fire brigade,” said Captain Bright,

“especially in the face of what’s likely to eventuate this year.”

Information on how to join can be found via the Pindimar/Tea Gardens

explained.

The silver coin was donated by Paul Johnson, a retired policeman from the Central Coast.

The morning’s wintriness yielded to a trademark sunny Hawks Nest afternoon, as rigger Bart, from NZ Spars & Rigging, ascended the mast to ensure the connections.

The sails and jib will be added in coming weeks, after which Emotion will move from the estuary into the bay to begin sea trials, one ‘step’ closer to her ambition of sailing around the world.

q Pindimar/Tea Gardens RFS Volunteers after training (L-R): Brad Moon, Gary Akehurst, Keith Baker, Peter Plain, Brendan Brookhouse, Morrie Leembruggen, Captain David Bright, Patrick Hurkett, Helen Cambell, Mark Pryor.

Rules will be available at time of registration. Registration must be in person at KMYC from 6th April 2023 to 28th April 2023 on club nights (Fridays).

q The 21.5 mast and boom were lifted by Lofty Cranes from Mr Lyall’s oyster barge onto Hawks Nest wharf.

q The silver coin used in the stepping ceremony.

q The mast stepping underway, held vertical by Hunterwide Cranes as it is attached to the catamaran.

Facebook page, or by calling the Captain on 0408 680 835 for a chat.

Autumn Great Lakes Food Trail returns

By Thomas O’KEEFE

FOODIES, families and discerning wine connoisseurs alike will find plenty to do after Easter these holidays, with the Great Lakes Food Trail returning on Sunday, 16 April.

Food producers along the Trail look forward to welcoming visitors to sample and purchase their goods, with ‘hubs’ located at Bulahdelah, Topi/Bungwahl,

Wootton and Forster.

“The Food Trail usually brings around 1000 people to the area,” Deputy President of the Great Lakes Food Trail, Dale Bradshaw told NOTA, highlighting the importance of the event for the region’s economy.

“You can visit all in one day, taking about an hour from Bulahdelah to Forster, plus time to stop at locations along the way,” Mr Bradshaw told NOTA.

The full gamut of gourmet foodstuffs can be discussed and experienced, such as the wine from Old Inn Road at Bulahdelah, cheese from Barrington Coast Creamery, and the market garden

Farm. Consumers can range from The Coastal Brewing Company in Forster, where beer is centre-stage, to the undulating Great Lakes Paddocks at Wootton, or see the alpacas at Topi Open Range Farm, where several more local producers await, ready to chat and offer visitors chances to try and buy top quality local farm

produce.

“The producers are very excited to be welcoming locals and visitors to their farms and businesses,” Sue Williams, President of the Food Trail, told NOTA.

“The Great Lakes Food Trail gives people the opportunity to hear, see firsthand and ask producers and providores questions, an experience the whole family can learn from and enjoy.”

After losing three years to poor weather and COVID, the

Food Trail is now in its seventh year, and, as Mrs Williams told NOTA, “People can garner a greater understanding of the region’s produce and, at the same time, help raise awareness, stimulate demand and strengthen markets for producers and providores of the Great Lakes/Barrington Coast region.”

More information can be found on the Great Lakes Food Trail website at https://www. thegreatlakesfoodtrailnsw. com.au/.

q Azadeh at Coomba Little Farm.

q Kieran of Palms Artisan Bakery.

q Chez from Josants Kitchen Farm to Fridge.

q Helen at the Brewery.

Pindimar Boardwalk in disrepair, vandalised

By Thomas O’KEEFE

VANDALISM, rot and time have wrought destructive effects upon the boardwalk that links Pindimar North to Pindimar South, with the latest case reported on Good Friday, 7 April.

Unofficial reports from locals in the area suggest that at some time between Good Friday evening and Easter Saturday morning,

planks from the Boardwalk were removed, while some well-meaning locals have attempted to fix the gaps.

However, seeing at the boardwalk as a whole, it is difficult to determine if the damage visible along the entire span is due to vandalism, or extensive weathering.

“The boardwalk is rotting in several places, but this is to be expected,

given the environment,” said Vivian Panhuber, President of the Pindimar Bundabah Community Association (PBCA), referring to the corrosive effects of saltwater and oceanic tides among the mangroves.

“The MidCoast Council approved a budget of $175,000 to restore the boardwalk, but that was in late 2022, and any action was pushed to March, and it

Special Easter Bunny visit

By Thomas O’KEEFE

EASTER spirit was enjoyed all around the Myall Coast, with the Easter Bunny making a special appearance at the Tea Gardens Hotel on Easter Sunday, 9 April.

“We happen to know the Easter Bunny personally, and he came to lead the kids in an Easter egg hunt,” said Ben Hanson, Publican of the Tea Gardens Hotel.

Clubs and associations all over Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Pindimar and surrounds celebrated Easter and the start of the school holidays amidst the dynamic early autumn weather, with the rains cleared off by blustery winds in time for the Bunny’s visit.

Good Friday saw a full house at the pub, with Newcastle-based covers band ‘Barracuda’ holding a tribute

to Fleetwood Mac on Easter Saturday night.

“It has been a terrific Easter trade, and great to see so many happy families in town,” Mr Hanson told News Of The Area.

Mr Hanson likely shares his sentiment with all touristfriendly businesses in the area, optimistic that the dark days of the COVID pandemic are behind us, and the local economy can flourish again.

is now April and nothing has been done,” Ms Panhuber told NOTA.

The boardwalk was originally built in 2004, by a volunteer workforce of 62 locals who put in a total of 2200 man-hours, bringing the total cost to $15,000 ($10,000 of which comprised a grant from the Great Lakes Council) less than twenty years ago.

A patchwork of plywood

on the southern end of the boardwalk represents Council’s most recent attempt to fix gaping breaches, the result of several cross-planks rotting away.

In some spaces, rusty screw and nail heads protruded hazardously from the walk, a clear and present danger to pedestrians and cyclists alike.

Underscoring to the serious safety concerns

plaguing the boardwalk, Ms Panhuber also added, “It is the only refuge for pedestrians in case of a bushfire, unless we all just wade into the bay.”

The Pindimar boardwalk is the only direct connection between North and South Pindimar, the only other route being the 7km road up the hill and through the fireprone eucalyptus forest.

As the Easter-specific festivities come to a close, further events planned around town include two kids’ discos, one at the Tea Gardens Hotel on 11 and 18 April, and one at the Hawks Nest Golf Club on 13 April.

Adults also still have plenty to look forward to, with more coastal talent in the form of Forster-based nine-piece band ‘Big Fins’ set to bring down the house at the Tea Gardens Hotel on 15 April.

No doubt, given the cascade of calamities that have affected the tourist economy these last few years, all business owners in the twin towns must be pleased with the autumn holiday season so far.

q Plywood patchwork represents MidCoast Council’s last repair efforts.

q Pindimar Bundabah Community Association President Vivian Panhuber points out a particularly dangerous hole in the boardwalk.

q Newcastle covers band Barracuda rocked the pub on Easter Saturday night.

q Kids visiting the Hotel partook in an egg hunt and met the Bunny.

q Never camerashy, the Easter Bunny visited the Tea Gardens Hotel on Easter Sunday.

A perfectly positioned home

10 Admiralty Avenue, Tea Gardens

Offered for Sale

3 bedrooms/1.5 bathrooms/2 garage/495 sqm

SITUATED at the end of a cul-de-sac for great privacy, this much loved home is located in the highly sought after Myall Quays Estate.

Close to the Myall River promenade - so once you park the car you can just walk to the cafes, restaurants, the pub, shopping centre and medical facilities; or just enjoy a walk along the river before your morning coffee.

This home will suit anyone looking for a low maintenance property that couples an easy flow floor plan with plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy - there's even a vegetable garden set up for home grown supplies.

This is an open plan design capturing plenty of light, with designated spaces for dining, lounge, and the generous kitchen has a breakfast bar.

The sunroom is an outstanding place for a morning coffee or the perfect place to read.

In addition, there is an enormous screened in outdoor 'paradise room' and a double garage with Drive through.

Features are:

* Single level brick and tile dwelling

* Front covered porch and verandah

* 3 bedrooms, the Master with walk through robe and access to the bathroom

* Oversized outdoor entertaining area that is fully screened

* Large kitchen with walk in pantry and Bosch dishwasher

* Ducted air conditioning and ceiling fans

* Double garage with auto roller doors and drive through

* Additional Powder room - off garage

* Solar panels plus solar hot water

A low maintenance, affordable home in an ideal location and private setting.

If you’re looking for more time for the

things you want and time with family and friends - then book a viewing as soon as possible.

Contact Bryan Stevenson (0419 384 569) or Ivy Stevenson (0432 705 766).

The Penthouse at The Prelude

5/92 Booner Street, Hawks Nest

Price: $650,000 - $680,000

THIS spacious open plan top floor apartment is situated only 250m from the iconic Bennetts Beach.

An extremely pleasing property that features three balconies (the main with glimpses of the ocean), two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a covered area with sauna and spa.

It is perfect for the investor looking for a holiday property to enjoy themselves for weekends or weeks on end.

Boasting modern appliances in the kitchen and also ducted air conditioning throughout, this perfectly positioned apartment is now on the market and ready for new owners.

The complex has secure parking and the unit is provided with an added storage room at the rear of the parking space.

Contact us today to arrange an inspection of this fantastic apartment in the ‘magic square’.

Inspections are by appointment only, contact John Rumble on 0425 289 200.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul

DORIN

DEAR Jasminda,

I follow a local community page on social media because I like to know what's going on in the local area.

I've noticed, though, that there is ongoing racist and derogatory remarks.

I'm not game to comment back because then I'll be trolled.

Why do people have to be so horrible?

Gwen P.

Dear Gwen, REMEMBER the good old days when the

only opinions you heard were those from family and friends or the heavily monitored ones in the local paper?

It was easy, back then, to believe that most people had similar values.

Social media offers a plethora of opinions and unfortunately the notion of free speech has opened the door to keyboard cowards.

Unless the page has vigilant moderators, the trolls will continue to write obscene comments, probably with the intent of seeking attention to the detriment of those with common decency.

There's little point in engaging with them as you'll just be giving them the attention they desire. I would message the administrators of the page and alert them to their own rules.

If they don't have the time to effectively monitor their page, perhaps they need to remove it.

Check for asbestos before renovating

OPINION

By Marian SAMPSON

FOR me the battle against asbestos is personal.

I lost my father to asbestos five years ago - 35 years after his exposure to the mineral in his workplace.

Some of those he worked alongside have not been impacted.

Working in a science lab, the exposure was minimal.

So my message is, it doesn’t take much and everyone dealing with asbestos needs to take care.

Because, in my experience, mesothelioma, a cancer caused by asbestos,

can’t be cured and is a very hard way to die.

Unknowingly, many Australians expose themselves and their families to asbestos after undertaking DIY renovations without being conscious of its presence in their homes.

According to the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency, a staggering one in three homes in Australia built before 1990 contain the deadly asbestos fibre.

Head of National Asbestos and Dust Diseases at Slater and Gordon, Joanne Wade, said that whilst people love to take advantage of a long weekend to finish home projects, it is important to know that when disturbed, asbestos poses a very real risk.

Loose fibres that are invisible to the naked eye can contaminate your hair, clothing and even surrounding furniture. Breathing in asbestos dust and fibre can be deadly.

“Every day I see clients whose lives are tragically affected by a danger they had no idea was under their roof,” she said.

Before you begin any home renovation project it is important to check that you are not ripping up deadly fibro that contains asbestos.

If asbestos is found in your home, contact a licensed asbestos removalist immediately.

If you have been diagnosed with an asbestos related disease, do not delay in seeking legal advice.

There is support and a fund for those suffering from asbestos related diseases thanks to the work of Bernie Banton (AM).

There are strict rules on the disposal of asbestos.

To find out how to dispose of asbestos, visit www.asbestossafety.gov.au.

Port Stephens Council advises the

following in relation to asbestos.

“If you are a homeowner or you're thinking about renovating, it's important to be aware of asbestos.

“The handling and removal of asbestos is a regulated activity and must be carried out in accordance with certain guidelines.

“Before commencing any building or renovating around the home, it's a good idea to seek out accurate information about asbestos.

“We recommend the use of a licensed asbestos removal contractor to test, handle and remove all asbestos-based building materials.

“Special precautions should always be taken, even for minor renovation works that don't require Council approval.

“To dispose of asbestos, take to Newline Road Waste Facility.”

Puzzling claims of river’s poor health

DEAR News Of The Area,

AS a 24-year resident of Hawks Nest who spends a lot of time in and on the Myall River, I found some of the claims in last week's article a little puzzling (River at Risk). Sedimentation in the eastern (shortcut) river entrance is not new.

There have been four major dredging programs in my time here. In every case the river mouth has silted up again relatively quickly, making it unnavigable by deeper

draft and displacement vessels.

This should come as no surprise.

The eastern entrance discharges through an extensive area of unconsolidated sand which is subject to constant wind, wave and tidal action.

Sand movement is inevitable and unavoidable.

Presumably it was this sedimentation which led to the decision to open the northern (Corrie Island) channel in 1909.

But this is a natural process which should

not be cause for undue concern.

Salinity in the lower reaches of the river will be naturally higher after periods of higher catchment rainfall – such as we have experienced over the last twelve to eighteen months. This creates a reservoir of discoloured, low salinity water in the Myall Lakes which can take months to clear through the lower reaches of the river.

I am not aware of any new information to suggest that the condition of the river water is markedly different to 2010 when extensive

studies by the Coastal Waters Science Unit from the Dept Environment, Climate Change and Water, responding to concerns from the Myall River Action Group, concluded that “ecological health in the river is excellent and equivalent to other comparable estuarine locations that have not experienced changed entrance conditions”.

Regards, Col NICHOLSON, Hawks Nest.

The Anderson Art Award exhibition is finally here

FOR the past five months, artists from across the state were called upon to enter their artworks in the Anderson Art Award competition.

Entries have now closed and the exhibition of the entries will open to the public at ‘The Gallery’, 81 Marine Drive, Tea Gardens from Saturday 15 April until Sunday 30 April.

“An amazing 150 entries were received for the two categories of two dimensional and three dimensional art pieces,” said Anderson Art Award coordinator Ian Morphett.

“This number of entries makes this the largest ever art exhibition on the Myall Coast.”

Two prizes of $3,000 as well as two $500 Highly Commended awards will be announced at an invitation-only opening event at the Gallery on Friday 14 April by Ms Kim Blunt,

Senior Curator of the Maitland Regional Art Gallery.

“This inaugural competition celebrates the contributions to the arts on the Myall Coast over many years by Lee and Rob Anderson,” said Ian.

“For example, in 2017 they purchased an historic cottage on the Tea Gardens Myall River waterfront and offered it to the Galleries in the Gardens (GiG) cooperative of 50 local artists to operate as a not-for-profit art gallery.

“Celebrating its 5th anniversary in 2022, ‘The Gallery’ has been a great success with high visitation rates, many art sales and frequent return visits.

“The art prize organisers thank our major sponsors, Sheargold Property Developments, Burton Automotive Group and Galleries in the Gardens, for supporting this wonderful event.”

For more information contact Ian Morphett, Anderson Art Award Coordinator at ianmorphett@gmail.com or 0410 536 556.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

q ‘Gawking Gulls’ by Sonja Ridden of Hawks Nest.

q ‘The Offering’ by Kay Pittelkow of Wangi Wangi.

READING by Lynne Miles: Matthew 28: 5-7 "The angel

said to the woman (Mary), "Do not be afraid for I know you are looking for Jesus

Who

was crucified. He is not here, He has risen just as He said! Come and see the place where He lay, then go and tell His disciples, "He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him. Now I have told you."

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Estia Health Tea Gardens

SoLo Tea Gardens

Dental Surgery Tea Gardens

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Ray White Real Estate

Vitamin Bead

Tea Gardens Real Estate

Tea Gardens Hotel

Tea Gardens Ice Cream Shack

Tillermans Tea Gardens

Hook n Cook

Century 21 Tea Gardens

Myall River Bakery Cafe

Tea Gardens Country Club

The Grange

Palm Lakes Resort

Autocare Tea Gardens

Woodwards Nursery

Puma Fuel

Home Timber & Hardware

Tea Gardens Medical Centre

Hawks Nest Doctors Surgery

Myall Pharmacy

Tea Gardens Post Office

Myall Meats

Coles Tea Gardens

Purcell & Mount Solicitors

Regional Australia Bank

Vinnies

Karuah RSL

Karuah IGA

Munchies Cafe Karuah

Riverside Motel

Karuah Motor Inn

Tony King Auto

Info Centre Karuah

Russ's Bakery

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BP Service Station

Big4 Jetty Village

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Barry Bros Butcher

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Bulahdelah Bowling Club

Farm & Produce

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Information Centre

R&R Property Bulahdelah

Rural Transaction Ctr

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Lady Jane Motel

Nerong intersection drop point

Nth Arm Cove Community Hall

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R&R Property Stroud

Post Office/newsagent Stroud

Students shine as Easter tradition continues

q Students parading for Easter with families looking on.

By Thomas O’KEEFE

SCHOOL and community were the focus as students at Tea Gardens

Public School honoured the age-old tradition of the Easter Hat Parade on Thursday, 7 April.

Prior to the parade, schoolkids were all excited by the prospects of the parade and prizes, no doubt invigorated by the fact that they were all in mufti, owing to it being the last day before their much-anticipated Easter and school holidays.

The dynamic autumn weather was hardly an issue as the school’s 148 students paraded in their

specially-made hats underneath the COLA (Covered Outdoor Learning Area) at midday, with plenty of parents and family members watching on.

“The Easter Hat Parade is one of the longest traditions at the school,” Principal Mark Clemson told News Of The Area.

“It’s all about taking

opportunities to build community and school culture,” Mr Clemson added, informing NOTA that the school’s catchment includes the communities of Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Pindimar, Bundabah, as far south as Karuah, and as far north as Nerong.

It was obvious, as one teacher pointed out, that a lot of special

efforts had been made on the hats by many kids, parents, and grandparents.

The school’s students circled and danced under the COLA to a series of tunes, from classic rock to more modern fare, all kid-safe and chosen by the students and teachers.

A few families will be supercharged on sugar this holiday,

as eleven raffle prizes were awarded to the winners after the parade, mostly of chocolate egg hampers that had been donated by individuals and parents in the community.

P&C President Kelly Hurkett thanked all the community donations, announcing that a total of $1400 had been raised. “All of it goes to the school for books, clubs, and the students’ learning opportunities,” she said.

School resumes on Wednesday, 26 April, although some students may wish to participate in the 10am ANZAC Day March on Tuesday, 25 April, wearing their school uniforms to honour the day.

Young leaders among Tea Gardens students

By Thomas O’KEEFE

LEADERS of tomorrow from Tea Gardens Public School attended and gained some inspiration at the National Young Leaders Day in Sydney on Tuesday, 7 March.

Nine aspiring leaders from the school’s famed student parliament, the Speaker and eight Ministers, attended the event with students from Booral Public School, at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Sydney.

Young Leaders Day is designed to benefit students who possess leadership potential and show interest in developing it further, with many schools sending students recently elected or appointed to leadership positions.

The students also got to visit the world-famous Taronga Zoo while

they were in town.

With the last two years affected by COVID and floods, several attending students were thrilled to have the opportunity, and for some, just being in the big city for the first time was exciting enough, not to mention keeping some pretty impressive official company.

“Our leaders learnt from some extremely impressive Australians, from his Excellency Governor General to Caitlin Bassett, Nazeem Hussain, Chris Green and Dr Jordan Nguyen,” Principal Mark Clemson told News Of The Area.

“They taught the students important lessons about leading through listening and putting others first; the words of Dr Nguyen were a great reminder 'One life, persist to improve many’.”

“It was a fantastic opportunity for the kids to learn from people they look up to,” said Miss Caitlyn Kelly, Year 6 teacher at TGPS since

2018, who has accompanied the kids to YLD three times.

“I was excited about learning from other leaders,” said Year 6 student Isabelle Yuswak.

“Caitlin Bassett was my favourite speaker, she told us all about how to have good sportsmanship,” added Year 6 student Rhani Genner.

School Parliament Prime Minister Kade O’Neill was especially impressed by the work of Dr Jordan Nguyen, recalling, “He built a car for a kid with cerebral palsy, which he could drive with his eyes!”

No doubt we will see one or more of the TGPS attendees speaking themselves at future events.

q Norah and Owen. q Maddie Hodge and Ruby McKeough.

q Rainbow Class.

q David Hurley, Governor General of Australia.

q Havana, Isabelle, Amarna, Australian netballer Caitlin Bassett, Talia, Lavida and Rhani.

q Students at the ICC getting ready for the event to commence.

q Lavida, Noah, Isabelle, Havana, Rhani, Amarni, Kade, Jaiver and Talia.

q Noah, Lavida, Kade, Nazeem Hussain, Jaiver, Talia and Isabelle.

q Noah, Havana, Jaiver, Kade, Linda Hurley, David Hurley, Governor General of Australia, Amarni, Talia, Lavida, Isabelle and Rhani.

q Noah, Kade and Jaiver.

It’s time to showcase Stroud!

By Marian SAMPSON

IT’S showtime at Stroud this April and members of the local farming community are ready to showcase their produce and animals.

The Stroud Show will run for another three, jam-packed days this year from April 2123, following the success of last year’s inaugural extended program.

On display and in the show ring, visitors will see over 800 cattle, 700 horses and 500 dogs!

There’s also a new and improved sideshow alley, masses of stalls, displays and entertainment for everyone to see and do, including a reptile display, amusement rides and an interactive dinosaur display for little Show goers.

President of the Stroud Show Association, James Harris said the long-standing tradition of showcasing livestock, produce, local

talents and products from the Stroud Valley region, and beyond, will continue in 2023.

“The show will be even bigger and better this year with two exciting new equestrian events added to the festivities for the first time,” Mr Harris said.

“Saturday will feature Olympic standard six-bar show-jumping which is anticipated to attract the best jumpers from across the country!

“While on Sunday, the Hunter Cup Campdraft will essentially be a group of finalists from the Hunter region campdraft events,” he said.

The Showground ring will be teeming with entertainment, giving spectators a chance to see “the best of the best” compete.

The three day Show boasts an extensive program including fast and furious post splitting, the entertaining

wife carrying competition, K9 high jump and a working dog trial.

Displays of fruit and vegetables, quilts and needlework will also be on show.

For beer enthusiasts, the home brew amateur competition is now a permanent feature at the Stroud Show.

Another highlight on Saturday will be the evening fireworks display and entertainment by nine-times Golden Guitar-nominated Sunny Cowgirls and one of Newcastle’s best rock bands, The Flattrackers.

The popular ute show returns in 2023, including a sound off, and this year’s categories include the Best Feral Ute, Best Tradies Ute and Best Themed Ute.

Mr Harris said there were opportunities for all members of the community to participate in the show with a range of competitions

Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club

By Lynda RICHARDS

MONDAY 3 April: Well done to Sheila Rattray, Sheril Johnson, Robyn Beaumont and Dale Winter on their success at Kotara Invitation Fours Day after 2 games they had 2 wins and 21 points as did 2 other teams, on count back their team won third prize.

Tuesday 4 April: Numbers down due to overcast conditions with rain stopping

play on the 15th end.

Social bowls played were a game of Triples and 2 games of Pairs. Christine Fossey, Judi Polak and Lorraine Murphy led by 8 shots by the 10th end 14 v 6, bowling against Precy Swaddling, Dawn Jones and Bette Saillard, end result Lorraine’s team won by 5 shots 13 v 8.

A convincing win to Ingrid Luck and Dot Dallas 14 v Lynda Richards and Jeanette Emmett 7.

A close contest between Lyn Nightingale and Deyonne Page 13 v Chrissy Buddle and Robyn Webster 10.

The winners winning with the lowest score were Lyn and Deyonne. Jeanette Emmett won the raffle thanks to The Garden Eatery for providing the raffle prize.

Thursday 6 April: Format for play 2 games of 3 bowls ”turn around Triples” 12 ends and a game of Fours with Precy Swaddling playing “swinger Lead”.

Neck to neck all the way is the only way to describe the battle between Dot

and displays open to people of all ages and stages.

“The community spirit at the show is strong and we love welcoming people from out of town to give them a taste of what rural life and country hospitality are all about,” he said.

Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children on

Dallas, Lynda Richards and Dale Cameron v Bev Dunn, Jeanette Emmett and Lorraine Murphy on the 10th end the score 9 all, Lorraine’s team hit the lead by 1 shot on the next end, but went down by 2 on the 12th end losing this match 11 v 10.

A good win for Carolyn Fredericks, Pam Gilchrist and Bette Saillard 18 v Carol Hayden, Chrissy Buddle and Lyn Nightingale 11.

A win for Precy Swaddling, Sue Morris, Bev Rhodes and Pat Baker 12 v Precy, Dorothy Thompson, Ingrid Luck and Deyonne Page 5.

Coming events: Thursday 13 April the annual TGWBC v

Myall Masters Presentation Night 2023

By Thomas O’KEEFE

MYALL Masters Swimming

Club concluded another successful summer with the annual Awards Presentation and Dinner on 4 April.

Amidst great hospitality and fine food and wine provided by Tillermans’ Kerry and Peter Hodges and staff, 41 members, partners and friends congregated to honour several awardees.

New Head Coach Sharon Taylor presented the ‘Certificate of Encouragement’ to Joanne Collins, Shane O’Connor and Doug Gillespie (unfortunately unable to attend).

Club President Leon Bobako presented the ‘Swimmer of the Year Award’ to Chris Lock, recognising his most successful year in his 40-year Masters career.

“Swimming is my love and

the core enjoyment of my life,” said Mr Lock, who, among other achievements, won three golds and two silvers at the NSW Long Course, held at Sydney Olympic Pool on 1 and 2 April.

The valued ‘Club Member Award’ went to Steve Rees, after holding numerous positions this past year, including Club Captain and the all-encompassing Swim Meet Director.

“Steve has contributed outstanding and valuable service to our Club and always inspires and encourages members with his words and deeds,” Christine Dunning, Publicity Officer for the Masters, told NOTA.

“The Myall Masters’ season had a challenging start, using an alternate training venue at Raymond Terrace, with the Tea Gardens Pool’s opening delayed by

the new accessibility ramp installation,” noted Club President Leon Bobako.

Mr Bobako commended The Y Pool management leader Mel Morgan, “Who did her best to accommodate our training sessions due to staff difficulties.”

The Club also wishes to extend thanks to their energetic and “can do” Social Secretary Kerry Patterson for organising a very successful

Friday and Sunday, then $20 for adults and $5 for children on Saturday.

The show runs from 8am to 5pm on Friday, 8am to 11pm on Saturday and 8am to 4pm on Sunday. Visitors can book tickets online via 123 Tix.

To see the complete program visit www.

stroudshow.com.au or the Facebook page www. facebook.com/stroud.show.

The show is a great opportunity to explore the region and to enjoy true country atmosphere. It makes for a perfect day trip or a great family camping trip.

Hawks Nest Golf Club Lady Veterans Golf

By Julie ALDIS

RESULTS for Hawks Nest Golf Club Lady Veterans Golf Competition on 6 April 2023:

and social night at Tillermans.

The Club’s AGM on Wednesday 5 April saw Ann O’Brien retired as Club Secretary, thanked for her tireless efforts and contributions over the past two years, welcoming Jo Collins to the post.

All other office-bearers were re-elected under the guidance of President Leon Bobako.

q Show attendees in 2022 enjoying the activities on offer.

q Club President Leon Bobako with award recipients Chris Lock, Steve Rees, Jo Collins and Shane O’Connor.

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Karuah Motor Yacht Club is a sports club that is family orientated located on the Karuah River Waterfront. We are a licensed premises open every Friday night from 5:00pm for delicious meals and desserts.

Garage Sale

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Sat 15th April 8am - 2pm Fridges, surf brands

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BOX Trailer 7ft x 4ft

Galvanised, Carry bars Registered, in good order $500. Ph: 0417 445 490 e090323

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ELECTRIC Saw Black & Decker $50

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ELECTRIC Heaters

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HOME Brew Kit, unused

$25. 0402087401

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PRYDE Windsufing mast suits 7 metre sail. Little used. $99 Tea Gardens. Peter 0419 932 992

TYRES 4 x Golf rims and tires 195-65R15 $50 all 2 FWD tires 24565R17 50% tread $10 all Ph: 4984 3710 or 0407461 454

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BREVILLE Juicer great working condition $99 Call 0493 078 190 F020323

1 Electric 700mm x 360mm 2000 watts

1 Oil filled 2400 watts $40 for both. Please ring 0404 724 347

HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable Computer shelving $60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155

UNIFORM, St Brigids winter pinafore, size J4 exc cond. No smoking home. $20. 0422070333

BUFFET and Hutch White Painted Pine $200 Ph 02 49971807

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2 PERSON SOT kayak. $99.00 Call 0493 078 190 F230323

25 CD compilations

Newcastle Top 40 classics 50s-70s. $90

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4 x 17”x 6” Steel rims, fitted with 255/65x17 Dunlop AT23 tyres. Suit current Nissan Navara $130ea ono. Ph 0404 094 028

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DARK timber four draw desk with optional upper hood three shelves also slide out laptop desk shelf. $40. Desk chair. $30 Swivel large adjustable comfortable chair. Good used Ph: 0401 546 848 Sandy, Tanilba Bay

CURLING wands x 3 Near new. Big curl small curl, and crimper Separately $10 each Ph: 0457 087 178 F160223

DRESS, New, Short Sleeve, Golden Blue Marble print Size M / Maxi Length Light weight & lined $ 50. 0427 818 294

DRESS, New Sleeveless, Pink/Blue Multicolour Mid length Size M $45 Ph: 0427 818 294

DVD movies incl. drama and westerns, mainly last 5-20 years. Incl 1 TV series 10x10 disks $60 Ph: 02 4966 5000

EUROPEAN 2 x Single adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses VGC $485 both

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BBQ 5 burner with wok, inc rotissery kit, stainless steel on wheels with gas bottle. exc cond. $175 0458 422 338 e040523

BICYCLES 1 x mens

1 x womens $50 each

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F2 Wave 8.4 windsurfer & fin, Mennem brand 8.5 litres VGC. $99. 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens

GARDEN tools Rake, Hoe, Mattock & Fork $15 each Ph: 4997 0611

GASTRA Nitros Windsurfer 9 meter sail & bag. Used only 4 times. $99. Mast 4.9 Luff 514cm Base 24cm Boom 249cm. IMCS 29. 0419 932 992 Tea Gardens.

GE Steam and dry iron from 60’s. Original box, exc cond. $40ono Ph: 4981 7523

GOLF or Shopping Scooter, 4 wheel drive 2sp Lotus Blake Tycoon AZ36. Can be fully disassembled $2,950 ono. 4997 0435

GOLF set leather bag, Slazenger cart woods steels extras. $250. Ph

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GOOD antique Queen

Anne dressing table with mirror $60 Ph 0429 601 039

GUITAR left-handed Redding as new never played with soft case $230 Ph: 4981 9939

GYM Form Ab Booster Plus. Brand new. $30 Ph: 4982 8628

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IKEA Stornas Bar Table GC. $95. 0493 078 190 F020323

ELECTRIC oil heater, 43 x 61 $20. 0402 087 401

ELECTRIC treadmill adjusts to incline Foldable. Tracks distances, times and calories. Has emergency stop function. $50

Ph: 4919 8117

HOLDEN Heroes Steve Richards and Greg Murphy team of champions with Supercars print in wooden frame as new - never hung 60cmL x 40cmW $25 Hanging coloured print wooden frame, picture of large outdoor sign for indoor bowling. New in packaging 50cmL x 40cmW $15. 4981 7523

RAIL Corp Wall telephones and desktop push buttom phone 90’s Nokia Mobile 6300 in box, charger and manual 00’s. Samsung mobile and charger 00’s. 2 x Motorola units, chargers with info 90’s. Cheap best offers 4981 7523

WELLINGTON boots as new $25. 4997 0611

JUMBUCK BBQ 2 burner with side burner, as new $150 Ph:02 4982 7782

LAWNMOWER and line trimmer. Both RYobi. 36V battery and charger. $365 0418 279 142 e270423

LADIES E-Bike trike New, assembled, large rear basket. $850 Ph: 0450 531 894 ReS13072

LOUNGE 3 piece $50. Other items too 0425 254 612

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RINGS Sapphire Diamond and Gold new $100. Gold with small Diamond $100. Mens ring with Sapphire $100 Ph: 0457 087 178

ROYAL Doulton Bone China 40 Pc 8 setting dinner set Ideal

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SALON hair dryer, new $20. 0457 087 178

SEKA Shoprider mobility scooter as new hardly used. Immaculate Front basket and rear bag. Blue in colour $2300. Can deliver Ph: 0418 430 643

SOFA Bed Floral linen fabric $80 0407 915 768

SNOW chains brand new, unused adjustable, suits 16 inch wheels or others $95 Tea Gardens. Peter 0419 932 992

QUEEN single bed Mattress and Base New cond. $200 0457 674 986 NEW 5L water jug with tap. $15.00 Call 0493 078 190

OFFICE Chair near new leather and chrome. $50

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OVER bed patient table Timber laminate & white $40. Ph: 4982 2335

PARRAMATTA Eels large framed autographed club jersey 2001, 90cmW x 105cmL

personally custom made Beautiful piece $875ono

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ST Phillips uniforms boys Blazer size 24 $50. Boys summer shirts sizes 18, 20 & 22 $10 each

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TIMBER bedheads 1x queen $75, 1x double $55. 0407 915 768

TOW hitch clamp SCA brand new $15 Ph: 0493 078 190

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WINDSURFER and fin 85 litres, Freerace 2.6m long. In a bag. No dings Some accessories available. $80. Peter 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens. F260123

WALKER heavy duty suits big person $100 Ph: 4982 2335

WOMENS Levi jeans new, size 8 - 10. $50 0457 087 178

WOMENS new black leather jacket, small to medium, worth $400, asking $100 0457 087 178

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SATURDAY

CSI: VEGAS

TEN, 9.30pm

FRIDAY BONDI RESCUE

TEN, 7.30pm

There’s possibly nothing more Aussie than Santa on the beach. After a hiatus during the height of the pandemic, this much-loved doco series celebrating Bondi’s lifeguards and the Aussie beach lifestyle returns tonight with its 17th season – and lifeguard Harries cruising the sun-soaked beach on motorbike wearing a Santa suit. The season premiere opens on a joyful note, as the throngs descend on the beach on Christmas Day. Later, Harries faces one of the toughest moments of his long lifeguarding career when he’s faced with a baby who has stopped breathing. A microcosm of life’s highs and lows, Bondi Rescue pulls at the heartstrings.

FRIDAY, April 14

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Millie Ross tours a designer home haven.

8.30 Traces. (Return, Mal) Lab assistant Emma is now training to be a forensic chemist, and on the cusp of seeing her mother’s murder case finally resolved.

9.15 Jack Irish. (Final, Malv, R) Part 4 of 4.

10.15 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Mls, R)

10.45 ABC Late News.

11.00 Close To Me. (Mals, R)

11.45 Traces. (Final, Malv, R)

12.35 Smother. (Mal, R)

1.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

A hotbed of money, lust, partying and ambition, Sin City is the ideal stomping ground for this provocative reboot following a group of criminal investigators. The fifth instalment in the long-running franchise, CSI: Vegas formulaic and nostalgic, with crime lab scenes reigning supreme. To fans’ delight, CSI stalwart Marg Helgenberger bolstered the ranks by joining the cast, which also stars Mandeep Dhillon ( and Matt Lauria (Friday Night Lights, right), for its second season. Of course, there’s predictably some oddly compelling scenarios thrown into the mix. Tonight, in “Third Time’s the Charm”, the curious case involves the death of competitiveeating contestant.

SUNDAY GRAND DESIGNS

ABC, 7.30pm

This iconic series returns with its 20th season, celebrating decades of homeowners (wrongly) declaring: “We’ll be in by Christmas!”. Over the years, a smorgasbord of inspiring, different and usually very expensive builds have been documented. Sardonic host Kevin McCloud (above) still admirably sports an eagle-eyed enthusiasm and entertaining candour, and this new batch of builds and owners is intriguing as ever. Tonight, McCloud meets Colin and Adele, following the couple’s stunningly designed yet fraught dreambuild journey, which would reduce most to a broken mess. Of course, they declare that the emotional and financial turmoil was worth it.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Wrecks That Changed The World. (PG)

8.30 Walking Britain’s Lost Railways. (PGav, R)

9.25 Exploring Northern Ireland. (PGal, R)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Darkness: Those Who Kill. (Premiere, MA15+av)

11.45 Cheyenne & Lola. (Malv, R)

1.45 Romulus. (Return, MA15+av) 3.35 Mastermind Aust. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (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. Joh and Pete tour Hutt House.

7.30 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. A lead-up to the Friday night AFL match.

8.00 Football. AFL. Round 5. Richmond v Sydney. From Adelaide Oval.

11.00 AFL Post-Game Show. A wrap-up of the game, including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff.

11.30 Armchair Experts. (M) Adam Cooney, Cam Luke and Georgie Parker present their unique analysis of the week in AFL.

12.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 7. Manly Sea Eagles v Melbourne Storm.

9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Manly Sea Eagles versus Melbourne Storm match, with news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: Another 48 Hrs. (1990, Mlv, R) A cop and an escaped convict team up. Eddie Murphy, Nick Nolte.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (Return, PGaln) Follows the work of elite lifeguards.

8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Madl, R) Follows NSW Ambulance’s Sydney operations as they deal with a case involving a worksite explosion.

9.30 Territory Cops. (Mdv, R) Takes a behind-the-scenes look at police work in the Northern Territory.

10.30 Would I Lie To You? Australia. (Mls, R)

11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

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By Elsa JONES

SATURDAY, April 15

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Traces. (Mal, R) 1.15 MOVIE: Here Out West. (2022, Malv, R) 3.05 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R)

3.50 Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R) 4.20 Landline. (R) 4.50 The Secret Lives Of Our Urban Birds. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.55 Earth’s Sacred Wonders. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Ironman. Next Gen Series. H’lights. 3.00 Figure Skating. ISU Figure World C’ships. H’lights. 4.30 The Weedy One. 4.45 Saving Notre Dame. (PGan, R) 5.45 Lost Gold Of World War II. (PGal, R)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing. All Aged Stakes Day and Victorian Owners and Breeders

6.30 SBS World News.

6.50 Bluey. (R)

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 The Larkins. (Final, PG) Norma confesses Pop was set up.

8.20 Under The Vines. (Final, Ml) Oakley Wines enjoys new-found fame and welcomes a surprise visitor.

9.05 Grantchester. (Final, Mav, R) After another vagrant is found dead, Geordie realises he may have sent the wrong man to prison.

9.55 Miniseries: In Our Blood. (Mal, R) Part 4 of 4.

10.50 Fires. (Mal, R)

11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.50 Great Australian Stuff. (PG, R) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

SUNDAY, April 16

7.30 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG)

8.30 Titanic’s Lost Evidence. (Ma, R)

A look at the sinking of the Titanic

10.00 Citizen Jane Fonda. (MA15+a, R)

11.00 Outlander. (MA15+)

12.05 Germinal. (Mav)

1.00 MOVIE: The Eight Hundred. (2020, MA15+av, R)

3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A box reveals something frightening.

7.30 MOVIE: 2012. (2009, Mlv, R) A man tries to protect his family when a cataclysm threatens to destroy the world. His plan centres on the ravings of a conspiracy theorist, who claims the government is prepared to protect a select group of people. John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Chiwetel Ejiofor.

10.35 MOVIE: My Best Friend’s Wedding. (1997, Ml, R) A woman woos her best friend. Julia Roberts, Cameron Diaz.

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. (2001, PGhv, R)

An 11-year-old boy learns he is a wizard. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint.

10.40 MOVIE: The Last Witch Hunter. (2015, Mhv, R) Vin Diesel.

12.30 The First 48. (Mav, R)

1.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PG, R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGaln, R) Follows the work of elite lifeguards.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown.

8.30 Blue Bloods. (Mav) Eddie’s former partner, Rachel Whitten, accuses an officer of excessive force.

9.30 CSI: Vegas. (Mv) The CSI team investigate the mysterious death of a competitive eating contestant.

10.30 NCIS. (Mav, R) A marine private is murdered.

11.30 Fire Country. (Mv, R) Sharon receives life-changing news.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

(R) 5.00 Art Works. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Grand Designs: South Manchester. (Return) Hosted by Kevin McCloud.

8.20 Midsomer Murders. (Mav) Part 1 of 4.

9.50 Close To Me. (Mals) Jo’s father tells a story from her childhood.

10.40 MotherFatherSon. (MA15+l, R)

11.35 Smother. (Mal, R)

12.30 Road To Now. (Malv, R)

1.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.20 The Heights. (PG, R)

4.15 The Recording Studio. (Final, PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 WorldWatch.

1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian ProMX C’ship. Round 3. 4.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Roubaix. Men’s race. H’lights. 5.00 Going Places. (R) 5.30 The Italians. (R) 5.40 Lost Gold Of World War II. (PGal, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The Tasmanian Tiger. A look at the Tasmanian tiger.

8.30 Black Gold. Documents the climate crisis, the cover-up of the century and the actions of a company CEO.

10.00 Muhammad Ali. (PGasvw, R)

12.00 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ml, R)

1.50 How The Nazis Lost The War. (PGa, R)

3.40 The Source. (Ma, R)

4.30 Mastermind Australia. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

8.30 Kath & Kim: 20 Preposterous Years. (PGalns, R) Kath and Kim are joined by friends and stars to take a look inside the Kath & Kim universe.

9.40 Born To Kill? Peter Sutcliffe “The Yorkshire Ripper”. (MA15+av) A look at serial killer Peter Sutcliffe.

10.40 Quantum Leap. (Mav)

11.40 Autopsy USA: Donna Summer. (Ma, R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters. (PG)

8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.45 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.15 Australian Crime Stories. (Mdlv, R)

11.15 The First 48. (Malv)

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav, R)

1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R)

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PGals) Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) The NCIS team investigates when residents at a US Navy base find their vehicles burglarised.

10.00 FBI. (Mav, R) When a couple are murdered after a trip to Mexico, the team searches for a suspect linked to the drug trade.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Myall Coast Vets Hawks Nest Vets

By Tony SMITH

MYALL Coast Vets. 6/04/2023. Versus Par. A Grade

1. Peter Nealon +4

2. Stephen Rees +2 c/b

3. Graham Carter +2

4. Fred Bennett +2

5. Greg Blyton 0 c/b

B Grade

1. Dave Thompson +4

2. Graham Illand

3. John Hutchings

4. Michael Jollow +3

5. Clemo Clemens +2

C Grade

1. Andrew Docherty +1

By Len GOUGH 4/4/2023.

STABLEFORD Due to Rain only 34 players

2 nd Rod Brown 20c/b

3 rd . Ross Clissold 20c/

1 st Paul Fordy 20

2 nd Dave Thompson

3 rd. Steve Carruthers

to 17c/b

+4

+3 c/b

2. Stephen Taylor +1

3. Kevin Durham 0

4. Glenn Byrnes -2 c/b

5. John McKenzie -2 c/b NTP.

MONDAY, April 17

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Landline. (R)

11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News.

1.00 Under The Vines. (Final, Ml, R) 1.45 Grantchester. (Final, Mav, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.00 Escape From The City. (R)

4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Legacy List. (PGa, R) 10.25 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGadlv, R) 11.15 Grayson Perry’s Rites Of Passage. (Mal, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 2.30 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.30 The Italians. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (PG, R)

4.15 Elizabeth. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R)

5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

By Oscar Pistorius.

9.30 24 Hours In Emergency: Journey Of Life. (Ma, R) 10.25 SBS World News Late.

TUESDAY, April 18

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 11.10 Countdown To War. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway.

R) 1.45 Gruen. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads.

R) 3.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Tane mixes family and business.

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PGals) Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 Ghosts. (PGhls) Sam tries to convince Pete’s daughter to hold her wedding at the Woodstone bed and breakfast.

By John EDWARDS

RESULTS from Hawks Nest Thursday Night Darts on 6 April.

Winners: Phil Jones and

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Legacy List. (PGa, R) 10.15 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGal, R) 11.05 Grayson Perry’s Rites Of Passage. (Ms, R) 12.00 WorldWatch.

2.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 2.30 Living Black. (R) 3.30

10.55 Reyka. (MA15+av) 11.50 Miss S. (Ma, R) 3.30 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight. 6.00

9.00 Miniseries: The Claremont Murders. (Malsv) Part 2 of 2. With new technology, the police find the killer’s DNA on a never-before-tested scrap of fingernail.

10.50 The Latest: Seven News.

11.20 How To Look Good Naked. (Man, R) Stylist Gok Wan transforms two sisters-in-law.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav) The team pursues the suspects responsible for an explosion at an Ohio energy plant.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Eden seeks advice from Kirby.

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

9.00 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PG) Sketch comedy series that parodies some of Australia’s favourite TV shows.

10.00 The Good Doctor. (Mam) A patient comes in with COVID symptoms.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Police Custody USA: A Murder In The Family. (Malv, R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PGals) Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 Grease: Rise Of The Pink Ladies. (PGalns) In the ’50s, four fed-up outcasts attending Rydell High School spark a moral panic.

10.15 NCIS. (Mv, R) A US Navy reservist is murdered.

11.05 The Project. (R)

12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Hawks Nest Golf Club Thursday Night Darts

Ian Leggatt. Runners up:Mother and son: Lyn and Matthew Pierson.

Highest Score: Lyn Pierson - 124.

Mens Highest Score: Gene McKenzie - 121.

Darts are on every Thursday night, names in by 6.45pm darts start 7pm, darts are available for use if needed.

Everyone is welcome to come along and play.

q Winners: Phil Jones and Ian Leggatt with runners up Lyn and Matthew Pierson.

5.30

WEDNESDAY, April 19

Italians. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.15 Elizabeth. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml) 8.35 Michael Palin: Into Iraq. (M) Part 3 of 3. 9.30 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+v) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Furia. (Malv)

12.00 Unit One. (Malsv, R)

4.20 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour Scandinavia 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 Britain’s Got Talent. (Return, PG) Hosted by Ant and Dec.

8.55 Crime Investigation Australia: Catching A Killer – The Claremont Murders. (Mav) A look at the investigation into the disappearance and killings of women in the suburb of Claremont, Perth.

10.15 The Latest: Seven News.

10.45 Born To Kill? (MA15+av)

11.45 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (MA15+av, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Creation. Continued. (2009, PG) 7.00 Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. (2013, PG) 10.00 The Invisibles. (2017, M, German) 12.05pm The Ides Of March. (2011, M)

The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 4.00 Fellinopolis. (2020, PG, Italian) 5.30 The Well-Digger’s Daughter. (2011, PG, French) 7.30 Entrapment. (1999,

THURSDAY, April 20

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Legacy List. (PGav, R) 10.15 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGal, R) 11.05 Grayson Perry: Divided Britain. (Ml, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PGas, R) 2.55

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (M)

8.30 Asking For It. (Malv)

9.30 Miniseries: Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Exit. (MA15+dl)

11.55 Paris Police 1900. (MA15+asv, R)

3.55 Mastermind Australia. (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) Xander considers a career change.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Auditions continue as weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli and series creator Simon Cowell. Hosted by Ant and Dec.

9.45 The Front Bar. (M) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL. 10.45 The Latest: Seven News.

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6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PGals) Hosted by Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown.

9.00 Law & Order: SVU. (Madv) A famous writer confesses to murder, but Benson believes there is more to the case.

10.00 Fire Country. (Mv) A massive tree falls on Eve.

11.00 Bull. (Mav, R)

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (PGals) A past King of the Jungle makes a special appearance in camp, before yet another celebrity is eliminated.

9.00 Gogglebox Australia. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

10.00 Law & Order: SVU. (Mav, R) Carisi questions his role as a prosecutor.

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MYALL COAST

Thursday, 13 April 2023

Easter Raft Races

By Thomas O’KEEFE

GUSTY winds and choppy seas could not sour spirits on Easter Sunday, 9 April, as the annual ‘Anything that Floats’ Race was held on South Pindimar beach by the Pindimar Bundabah Community Association (PBCA).

At 10:30am, four teams of raft-racers braved cold water, racing around buoys, then returning to shore... and unparalleled glory.

The line-up included ‘Farrah the Flamingo’, the ‘Unicorns’, the ‘Toucan’, and the ‘Adventure Kings & Queens’ all the way from Chisholm.

The racers pushed, pedalled, and paddled the course, with a tight start dispersing quickly.

The Unicorns suffered a cataclysmic capsizing at the first buoy, despite a valiant effort upon their inflatable

steed.

Farrah the Flamingo had busy legs, while the Toucan lost a paddle and was momentarily marooned.

The ‘Adventure Kings & Queens’ led on their homemade assembly of SUP and boogie boards, prevailing as first past the post, and proclaimed winners once

ashore.

“It’s a great morning of community fun, despite the blustery conditions,” Vivian Panhuber, President of the PBCA, told NOTA, after calling the race.

“We had concerns about the wind and tides, but overall, there was great visibility,” said SES Stroud

Unit Deputy Commander Greg Snape, proud to have supported the Race for the last eight years.

The SES had flood rescue specialists on hand, just in case.

Next were two “first past the thong” Tug-O-War bouts, the kids’ ending in Easter egg prizes, the adults’ ending

in a graceful reminder of inertia and gravity.

The kids were then unleashed upon an egg hunt, with some spotting mother lodes while the rest vanished into the mangroves, halfway to Carrington.

The raffle, drawn by SES Dep Cmdr Snape, saw more

Easter goodies go out and raised funds for the PBCA.

“Raffle proceeds will go towards the repainting and replacement of windows on the Community Association Hall, and hopefully to some outdoor space paving... and a new toilet, if any is left over,” Ms Panhuber told NOTA.

q The rafts and their crews ready to begin the race at Pindimar South.

q Winning ‘Adventure Kings & Queens’ rafters Dylan, Oliver, Amelia and Charlie.

q ‘Farrah the Flamingo’ rafters Margarete Lethorn, Ryan and Owen.

q ‘Toucan’ rafters Millie, Mahli and Billie.