By Thomas O'KEEFE
SAFE AND STRONG
q Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Motor Club members (R-L) Richard, Gary, Jock, Brian, Alan, Ranald and Rob.
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David Gillespie delivers valedictory speech
“At the southern end of the electorate, we have the big one: the Newcastle Airport. We were able to
secure two grants totalling $130 million. It will be the best-value international airport in the country, not just for the 750,000 people in the Hunter but also for all the people in the Mid North Coast region, who will all of a sudden have their own international airport.
“As a country MP, you see a lot of community and sporting infrastructure and arts funding totally skewed and massive amounts going into capital cities. So I worked really hard to develop sporting facilities in my electorate of Lyne. New surf club upgrades are scattered across the electorate… and there were new grandstands, female change facilities and oval upgrades in Maitland, Gloucester and Karuah.
“We were able to secure two funding grants to make… the Taree Universities Campus [a reality]. So Manning Valley, Gloucester, ForsterTuncurry and the region now have access to a multi-university, community owned facility in a permanent campus for the next 25 years.
“During this time in parliament, we've had some major challenges. We had the devastating, record-breaking 2019 fires after years of really extreme drought. Then a year later we went to the other extreme and had the most massive floods since the 1960s.
“I had a few hiccups and a challenge in 2016. They took away Port Macquarie… but I gained something better. [I] inherited all the territory down to the Hunter across to Hawks Nest. Just about every tourism and primary industry is now encapsulated in Lyne, plus I picked up the mighty Hunter River and Maitland and all that Hunter history and many service industries and even more people in the mining industry.
On the coast, there were two coalmines. I've got one left, but there are about 20,000 people who work because of the Hunter coal-fired power stations or the coalmines, and they all live in the beautiful part of Lyne.
By Sue STEPHENSON
“I LISTENED, I cared and I did deliver.”
These were among Dr David Gillespie’s final words to the Australian Parliament after almost twelve years as the Member for Lyne.
Dr Gillespie announced his retirement last month with the Nationals to pre-select his potential replacement in coming weeks, ahead of next year’s Federal Election.
Among the contenders is the former state Member for Oxley, Melinda Pavey.
Dr Gillespie’s address can be found in full on his Facebook and Instagram pages.
In it, he thanks the people of Lyne, his wife Charlotte and their children Isabelle, Oliver and Alice, their extended family, his staff and his National Party colleagues.
He also refers to experiencing his own annus horribilis (Latin for a horrible year).
Following are selected passages.
Valedictory Speech
“For nearly twelve years I have given my best, but many of you who know me… realise that I haven't been my best during this past term. I have had my annus horribilis and I was not able to perform at my peak.
“I'll give you a quick run through: vaccine side-effects followed by a serious bike accident - fractured ribs, sternum, vertebra, amnesia for a day or two - pneumonia then pleurisy, kidney damage, and then the ignominy of injuring myself playing cricket. I now have the experience of driving a four-wheel buggy.
“It's a bittersweet moment for me to be leaving now.
“I've worked out that you need a lot of skills to be a good MP. You are not just a legislator. You're a voice for your constituents. You're an
inquisitor in committees. You're a policymaker. You're a negotiator. You're part parish priest. You've got to be an economist. You have to be an industrial advocate, a diplomat, a social media genius, a writer - and the list goes on. It has been a journey and a half, full of highs and lows.
“Lyne getting its fair share of our nation's infrastructure build has been fantastic.
“The big favourites are the two major Pacific Highway upgrades that bookend the seat of Lyne: north of Port Macquarie to Kempsey delivered in the first term and now the Hunter River crossing. But there is still unfinished business. There are six highway overpass interchanges and several realignments that will need to be completed for it to turn into a full freeway.
But there are opponents and obstacles everywhere, coming for all these primary industries. They are all at threat with the net zero agenda. We have a huge problem because these are all the industries that make us our money. We won't have an energy system, if we don't have a base load.
“My best thing ever, and probably my most substantial non-legislative role, is setting up the Parliamentary Friends of Nuclear Industries. The idea that any radiation is bad is a totally debunked theory.
“The urgent necessity for this nation now is that we've still got an electricity system that works - just. But where we are really thin is on liquid fuel security. We have got to, as President Trump said, 'drill, baby, drill', because we need to get liquid fuel security in this country.”
congratulated by fellow MPs.
q The outgoing Member for Lyne is
q Dr David Gillespie delivers his valedictory speech to the Australian Parliament.
Motor Club ramping up for Motorfest 2025
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Triumph, which had been relocated all the way from Tasmania, was “a reminder of youth, and a chance to relive it every weekend”.
Jock's 1973 Chevrolet Camaro was a longheld dream from early adolescence finally realised.
“I had always wanted one as a kid, seeing it on the racetrack, and this one was originally brought over from California,” Jock said.
Richard's MGTD was perhaps the most welltravelled, having been carted across the Atlantic from England to the USA
q Prides and joys: the vintage cars were lined up at Tea Gardens’ shopping centre.
SAFE AND STRONG
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is funded through a $13 million investment under the National Partnership Agreement with the Commonwealth Government.
It uses a dual model of early intervention support for both victim-survivors and their children who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, family violence.
Service providers will deliver specialist early support such as counselling, family capacity building, and supported playgroups.
Caseworkers will help families to identify
early signs of violence in their homes, and deliver therapeutic, traumainformed and culturally safe support focusing on the needs and experiences of victim-survivors and their children.
Eleven Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) will deliver Safe and Strong in ten priority locations across NSW, including the Warlga Ngurra Women and Children’s Refuge in Port Stephens.
Warlga Ngurra is a specialist early intervention and homelessness service for women and their children operating throughout the
Hunter including Raymond Terrace and Karuah.
Minister for Families and Communities and Member for Port Stephens, Kate Washington said, “Evidence shows that early intervention supports can have a direct impact in building resilience for children and young people who are experiencing family violence.
“Any child experiencing family violence is one child too many.
“We are doing all we can to tackle this abhorrent horror in the Port Stephens and Hunter community by delivering supports that are aimed to help victims heal and recover.
“This is an important program to help Aboriginal
and back again.
“Now it’s here, after I brought it with me when I came to this country, and it’s the love of my life,” Richard declared.
Rob's 1976 Chrysler Valiant has been a valiant, long-term companion.
“I’ve had it for many decades and looked after it all the way,” he said.
Gary's 1959 Austin Lancer, assembled in Australia, was a more recent acquisition, after he sold his 1949 MG, then decided to revamp his
families and communities in the Hunter stay safe and end the cycle of abuse in their homes.”
Warlga Ngurra Women and Children’s Refuge manager Belinda Reed said the organisation is “deeply honoured and excited” to receive the Safe and Strong funding.
“This support will enable
collection in the garage.
Alan's 1931 A-Model Ford was the oldest on show last weekend.
“[It was] the car that saved Henry Ford,” Alan said.
“He had some trouble moving on from his Model-T; did not want to change.”
It now has a 1957 Thunderbird engine, and apparently goes very well on the highway, despite its overall age.
Motor Club members are looking forward to
Warlga Ngurra to strengthen our vital work with Aboriginal women and their children, providing early intervention and support for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence.
“Our community faces unique challenges, and this funding will help us deliver culturally safe, responsive services that empower
Motorfest in 2025, the region’s annual celebration of classic and vintage vehicles.
“Motorfest 2025 will be of even broader appeal, with things for the kids, family-friendly side activities,” explained Ranald MacKay.
“Lots of car shows were washed out last year, in and around Newcastle, but we had more than 400 [cars].
“We even ran out of food and coffee with the huge numbers of people in town.”
women, children, and families to heal, thrive, and break the cycle of violence.
“Together, we can create stronger, safer futures for our people.”
The Safe and Strong project is funded for 12 months and will be independently evaluated to measure its impact and effectiveness.
by Rose Laffan
One of the variety of options that have sprung up to help alleviate the delays in the Family Court system is arbitration. But what is it?
Arbitration is a process in which parties to a financial dispute (property division, spousal maintenance) present their arguments and evidence to an arbitrator, who makes a determination to resolve the dispute. It has been said to be akin to a ‘private Court’.
There are two kinds of arbitration – Court ordered or private.
With Court ordered arbitration – where Court proceedings are already on foot – agree on who is to be appointed as the arbitrator (usually a senior member of the legal profession – a barrister or a former judge) and, with the consent of all parties, the Court may make an order referring the proceedings (or part of the proceedings) off to arbitration.
With private arbitration, the
parties may appoint an agreed arbitrator to determine their financial matters.
Arbitrators are experienced legal practitioners who are specially trained and accredited in arbitration. Arbitrators must be accredited by Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators (AIFLAM) to be able to conduct family law arbitrations.
Once the matter has been heard by the arbitrator, their determination is known as an Award. If the matter is a Court ordered arbitration, that Award can be sent to the Court and the Court asked to make orders in accordance with the Award. If it is a private Arbitration, the parties can then formalise the Award by way of a Financial Agreement or an Application for Consent Orders if they wish.
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MULLANE & LINDSAY TAKING THE LEAD
q Alan and Ron manned the raffle table.
Entries open for art award
THE Anderson Art Award, organised by Tea Gardens’ Galleries in the Gardens, is now open for entries.
Entries are invited from artists and sculptors from all over New South Wales.
First prize awards of $4,000 are offered in two categories as well as two highly commended ($1,000) awards.
There is a two-dimensional (2D) category for paintings, drawings or prints on paper or canvas and a three-dimensional (3D) category for ceramic, metal, wood or other material sculptures.
Entries should be submitted on a 2D or 3D entry form and must include quality photographs of the entry.
Entries must be received online by 5pm on 27 March 2025.
“Our curatorial committee will select 150 artworks for final judging and display in The Gallery from the entries received, using the photographs supplied,” said Anderson Art Award coordinator Ian Morphett.
Selected artists will be asked to deliver their artworks to The Gallery by 4pm on 4 April.
The finally selected entries will be judged by eminent independent experts and announced at an opening event on Saturday 12 April 2025.
The Anderson Art Award acknowledges the magnificent contributions that locals Rob and Lee Anderson have made to the arts on the Myall Coast over many years.
“Their most significant [contribution] has been establishing ‘The Gallery’ on the Tea Gardens waterfront,” said Mr Morphett.
“The Andersons purchased the historic cottage at 81 Marine Drive in 2017 and offered it to Galleries in the Gardens to operate as an
q Crowds at the Anderson Art Award opening event in 2023.
art gallery.
“The Gallery has been hugely successful generating high visitation rates and excellent sales.
“Galleries in the Gardens Inc is a notfor-profit cooperative of more than 50 local artists.”
Competition details and entry forms can be found at www.galleriesinthegardens.com. au/andersonartaward
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Stinker’s Fishin’: Muddies dancing
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
OVER the years I have come face to face with many mudcrabs. From the warm, weedy, mangrove waters of the Ukerebah Passage off the Tweed River, to the muddy creeks in Port Stephens.
Mud crabs, regardless of where they come from, have one thing in common.
They are all cranky!
I don’t know why muddies have developed such an antisocial attitude.
If you are in the presence of a mud crab, be aware of the mighty claws that will immediately be stretched wide apart and then clatter closed, if you go too close.
There isn’t great joy in being a muddybeing so angry all the time must be difficult.
I suppose when you consider it, they have very little reason not to be cranky.
There really isn’t a great deal for a mud crab to do from sunrise to sunset.
Spending all day, every day, in the soft mud searching for scraps of food or digging deep down building an underground tunnel to call home, all the time avoiding the crab traps set throughout the system by commercial and recreational fishers who are planning to introduce the crab to the cooking pot!
Their daily diet is far from exciting, consisting of worms, oysters, mussels and decaying vegetation.
Looking more closely you will find that mud crabs are far more interesting than you first thought.
Ranging from Shark Bay in Western Australia across the Northern Territory, down into Queensland and as far south in NSW as the Bega River - if you can find a mangrove tree you will probably find a mud crab.
Rarely will you find a female mud in the estuary crab carrying eggs.
The reason is that part of their breeding cycle is completed way out at sea.
q This muddy weighed about 2.8kg. It is hard to believe that mud crabs in Port Stephens have been weighed at over 4kg.
Hard to believe that Port Stephens mud crabs swim out through the heads and have been found in underwater caves some 80 metres underwater.
In some parts of the world female muddies have been reported as travelling 50 kilometres offshore sinking to a depth of 300 metres.
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Silver success for Barrington Coast
MIDCOAST Council’s tourism brand Barrington Coast has won double silver awards at the prestigious 2024 NSW Tourism Awards in Sydney, with local tourism businesses also among winners and finalists.
The Awards celebrate the businesses delivering exceptional visitor experiences that showcase the best of New South Wales.
Barrington Coast won silver in the Visitor Information Services category, which recognises excellence in the consistent delivery of high-quality and face-to-face information services to the visitor.
The second silver award went to Barrington Coast’s “Whatever It Takes” campaign in the Tourism Marketing and Campaigns category, recognising creativity and innovation in the promotion of tourism products, services or destinations.
“I’m thrilled we have won double awards for the third time,” said MidCoast Council General Manager Adrian Panuccio.
“These fantastic results continue the strong base for tourism established by Council, having won gold and
silver in 2021 and double gold awards in 2022.
“I congratulate our destination experience team and marketing team on their persistence, passion and teamwork, and we thank the key consultants Destination Marketing Store, Leonards Advertising and Fred and Co.”
Destination Barrington Coast was joined by other local tourism businesses in the 2024 awards.
Myall River Camp at Hawks Nest continued their award-winning run with bronze in the Unique Accommodation category, following their gold award at the North Coast Tourism Awards in August.
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stay near Gloucester was a finalist in that same category.
The NSW Tourism Awards are presented by NSW Tourism Association in partnership with the NSW Government and Destination NSW.
The awards were held at The Star Sydney on Thursday 28 November.
The NSW Tourism Awards represent the pinnacle of recognition in the state’s tourism sector and serves as the only pathway for NSW businesses to compete at the national level.
“As we continue our support for the sustainable growth of local tourism, it’s wonderful to see our tourism destination brand and local tourism businesses successfully represented at this year’s awards,” Mr Panuccio said.
“Congratulations to all winners and finalists.”
The luckiest golfer in town
By Dianne BOWES
HAWKS Nest golfer Larry Campton thinks he’s the luckiest man in town, after the miraculous discovery of his lost wedding ring.
Back in July, he’d taken off his wedding band and a dress ring before he teed off, slipping them into his pocket for safekeeping.
However disaster struck when he took something out of his pocket during the round, and both rings were lost.
He didn’t realise until after the game, and despite the best efforts of Larry and his teammates, the rings couldn’t be found.
It was a very distressed Larry who had to accept that they were gone forever.
But Larry’s luck changed about a month later when a thoughtful person playing at Hawks Nest Golf Club discovered the dress ring in
q Larry's ring was found on a piece of course equipment.
the grass, and handed it in to the Pro Shop.
While Larry was very grateful to have it returned, it didn’t quite make up for the loss of his precious wedding ring.
Fast forward another couple of months until mid November and the Club’s ground staff were completing their annual course renovations, which, among other things, involves coring the fairways.
A large machine with rows of metal tines extracts small plugs or cores of turf, helping the grass roots become lush and green again.
After a week of coring acres of fairways, staff member Mel Mills was cleaning and inspecting the machine.
Luckily she was fastidious about her job, or she may have missed it.
q A very happy Larry Campton with eagle-eyed Mel Mills and the ring.
There was Larry Campton’s wedding ring, perfectly married to one of the tines.
Quite miraculously, the ring was undamaged and none the worse for wear.
The eagle-eyed Mel was understandably astonished.
“I can’t believe that it’s been found like that!” she said.
“If it had been a smaller ring it wouldn’t have fit so neatly over the tine, or even been pushed down into the ground for good.”
Larry and wife Sue, who will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary next year, were amazed and delighted at their good fortune.
Last drinks with music by Silk & Steel Friday 13th December
KMYC will be closed as of 14th December 2024 and will reopen on 31st January 2025.
The committee would like to wish all their members a very Merry Christmas and a fabulous New Year.
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Carbon credits plan slammed from all sides
q Environmentalists and forestry workers agree that native forests should not be used for carbon credits.
By Andrew VIVIAN
ENVIRONMENTALISTS and forestry industry representatives have both slammed the State Government’s push to use native forests for carbon credits.
When the scheme was proposed, Greens MP and spokesperson for the Environment and Climate Change Sue Higginson, said in a statement: “We cannot allow the protection of our native forests from logging to be reliant on a carbon trading scheme.
“Native forests, free from logging, are inherently valuable and should be accounted as one of our greatest assets.
“To date, I have not seen any evidence that the NSW or Australian governments will be able to manage this type of
market any better than other places around the world.”
Research Forestry Awareness Program (REEF ) chair Noel Atkins, from Bulahdelah, said turning native hardwood timber forests used for selective harvesting into carbon storage credits is a “dangerous” attempt to close a viable industry.
He said the Australian native hardwood timber sector is essential to sourcing hardwood timber for the country’s growing housing, construction, mining, railways and infrastructure needs.
“Native hardwood timber is the only renewable sustainable resource that already captures and stores carbon.
“Taking a ‘lock up and leave’ approach to forests is extremely dangerous.”
“Unmanaged forests cause catastrophic bush fires, causing death to people and animals and destroying property.”
Mr Atkins referred to a 2023 Ernst and Young report that claims the native hardwood industry in NSW currently generates more than $2.9 billion each year and provides 8900 fulltime jobs, and up to 22,000 indirect jobs in the NSW regions.
“Australia already imports $5 billion worth of hardwood timber, often from developing countries that don’t have the strict regulatory framework to protect fauna such as koalas and sugar gliders as we do here.
“This short-sighted carbon credit proposal would see the decimation of the native hardwood industry in NSW and the
rise of imported hardwood timber to nearly $8 billion each year, smashing an Australian regional industry, putting fauna at extreme risk and throwing productive Australians on the scrap heap.”
REEF Research argues the vast quantity of timber in National Parks could be used for carbon credits.
“Closing native hardwood timber forests for selective harvesting would be short sighted when it is sustainable, promotes healthy ecosystems and is
the ultimate renewable,” Noel Atkins said.
REEF says the native hardwood timber industry only has access to twelve percent of the total public forest estate with 88 percent controlled in National Parks and reserves.
It says less than one percent of the public forest estate is harvested each year, supervised by the NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) complying with the Integrated Forestry Operations Approvals (IFOA).
Dr Tim Cadman from
Griffith University, told News Of The Area that for carbon credits to be legitimate they must lead to actual additionality (i.e. not store carbon that would have been there otherwise), not come from natural forests and not be the product of forest conversion to plantations. He said for carbon credits to be credible, afforestation (planting, not for timber, but to store carbon) must be undertaken along with restoration (repairing forests, and then leaving them alone).
Volunteer grants program opens
LOCAL volunteer community groups are being encouraged to apply for funding under the Volunteer Grants Program 2024-25.
The Volunteer Grants program is part of the Australian Government’s commitment to assist volunteers and encourage volunteering.
Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie said Volunteer Grants support
the work of local community organisations by reducing barriers for volunteers and increasing participation in volunteering.
“Grants can be used to purchase communication or insurance items and/or purchase items or services to assist volunteers or volunteerrun activities that support the well-being and development of children,” Dr Gillespie said.
“This year, eligible not-for-profit community organisations may apply for grants between $1,000 to $5,000.”
The total number of organisations offered funding in each electorate is capped making the program highly contested.
Assessments and funding decisions will be undertaken by the Department of Social Services.
“I encourage organisations to read the grant guidelines, and if eligible, submit an ‘Expression of Interest’ form to my office by the closing date of Friday 27 December,” Dr Gillespie said.
New AED installed
By Thomas O’KEEFE
PUBLIC safety has been enhanced by the installation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at the Anchorage/Boulevarde carpark along Jimmys Beach, Winda Woppa.
The AED represents the leading community project funded by the proceeds of the 2024 Police & Community Charity (P&CC) Golf Day, held on Good Friday.
The team behind the golf day have been running it for several years, and this AED is the latest of local improvements to come from the event held on the fairways at Hawks Nest Golf Club.
“The new defib is a gift to the community as a whole, and our purpose is to
impact as many people in the community as possible by giving back to it,” P&CC Golf Day member Stephen Mount told NOTA.
“It is located on one of the town’s and region’s most popular, albeit unpatrolled, swimming beach spots.”
Local Lockup Keeper and policeman Trent Moffat explained the need for an AED in that location.
“Police jobs in that carpark have needed a defibrillator in the past, also a few further down the road near Winda Woppa, and the nearest available are at IGA, Hawks Nest Community Hall, or the Surf Club, which are a bit of a hike away.
“A combination of the number of people who go there, past needs, and the age of swimmers who
usually use the Mullets’ headquarters were among many reasons why we chose that spot.
“Steve Howell prepared the site with the concrete slab, he has done a lot for this community.”
Although there are several AEDs across Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest, only a small handful are accessible outside business hours.
The new defibrillator is designed to be visible with a tall, yellow stand, and the case is alarmed and equipped with GPS tracking to let authorities know when and where it is in use.
The new AED was installed at the start of spring just in time for the new beach season opening on the October long weekend. The group will look to provide
q The new AED at Jimmys Beach.
q Attendees of the Police and Community Charity Golf Day, which paid for the new AED.
Gardens and Hawks Nest in locations where they have
been needed before, and in areas popular with visitors in the summer months.
TGPS students win big
By Thomas O’KEEFE
CREATIVE minds from Tea Gardens Public School (TGPS) took away more than 20 awards at the 2024 Bulahdelah Show’s Student Night at the Pavilion on Wednesday 6 November, including two of the three major awards.
“Congratulations to Ebony Hestelow, who won the overall Writing award, and Raven Clarke who did the same in the Art category,” TGPS Principal Mark Clemson told NOTA.
“Winning two of the major awards and excelling across categories is a testament to the hard work and creativity of everyone involved.”
her line-drawing, noted by judges for its “excellent detail and exceptional work”.
“I’ve been doing art for my entire life and it’s great to be recognised with the Roberta Small Art Trophy, it was certainly unexpected,” said Raven.
The artistic categories also covered collage and painting on a range of media.
Bulahdelah Show secretary/treasurer Bernadette Newton said, “It’s lovely for us to continue our awards in recognition of
outstanding members within the community including Betty Bramble and Roberta Small.
"We are lucky and fortunate to have the support of all our local schools including Booral, Tea Gardens, Bungwahl, Coolongolook, Bulahdelah Central and St Joseph’s.
"We are pleased for all the respective winners of all our awards in the Bulahdelah show and look forward to the school’s active participation in 2025."
q Raven Clarke won the Roberta Small Art Trophy, and Ebony Hestelow won the Betty Bramble Trophy for writing.
Ebony Hestelow took home the Betty Bramble Trophy for Writing, the topic for this year being ‘What is important to you’.
“I wrote about my family because they are most important to me,” said Ebony.
“Everyone in my family does different things but without them, I wouldn’t be me.”
Ebony said it was “pretty exciting” and a “great honour” to win the writing award, extending her thanks to the organisers of the Show.
Raven Clarke took the Roberta Small Art Trophy for
more defibrillators around Tea
Mungo Brush Road was suggested as one possibility.
q Some of the students’ arts and crafts on display at the Bulahdelah Show.
Swansong for Live Live Live
By Thomas O’KEEFE
BELOVED Tea Gardens music event
‘Live Live Live’ has come to a melodious end after ten years, wrapping up its regular performances on Thursday 21 November.
'Live Live Live’ shows featured two bands composed of local members - Sage and New Start.
‘Sage’ featured the lead vocals of Léonie Keipert, lead guitarist John Carter, Susan Carter on keyboards, bass guitar work by Sue Anderson, and Janelle Matthews’ rhythm guitar and vocals, who stepped in after Sue’s husband Phil moved on from percussion and
backup vocals.
‘New Start’ also featured John and Susan Carter, alongside Caroline Thornthwaite’s lead vocals, and Darrell Thornthwaite on bass guitar.
The Live Live Live concerts began in 2015 with just New Start, aiming to be a monthly event, playing a mix of pop and rock from the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s, with a bit of jazz, blues and country thrown in.
The reluctance by some
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New Start members to perform so often led to the formation of the second band, Sage, in February 2016.
“In the early years the two bands played monthabout, but, since Covid, New Start has done three shows a year, with Sage doing seven,”
John Carter told NOTA.
“I have been responsible for producing the shows, arranging the music, and running the two bands, but special mention should also be made of Pastor Len Roberts, who had the vision of running these shows to support the local community.
“Also, Sue Roberts, Len's wife, who was responsible for running the kitchen and organising the free
Revival for ‘Pioneer Poles’
By Thomas O’KEEFE
RESTORATION of an important local monument in Tea Gardens was performed by the Myall River Art Walk Group over the weekend beginning Friday 29 November.
The “Pioneer Poles” located near the Tea Gardens Library had recently been repositioned by MidCoast Council workers, to make way for the long-awaited extension to the library building.
The original location is prone to flash-flooding, often
remaining inundated for several days, so the move has allowed the poles to receive some desperately-needed attention.
“This is a joint effort in fundraising between Myall River Art Walk Group, Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association, and Tea Gardens Lions,” said Jeanette Hart, who painted the poles.
“The original poles were made of wood, [and were] beautifully carved, but some have not survived the weathering well, so we have had to look into replacements.”
Due to the excessive cost of replacing the wooden poles, it was instead decided to replace the damaged ones with large pipes, repainted like the originals.
“The pipes cost $55/ metre, and at two metres per pole, the four that need replacing will only cost around $500 tops.
“This option has much greater longevity, and the new location is less prone to flooding and other conditions.
“Rob Dorman from the Lions has been really helpful getting the pipes installed.”
The poles were originally
afternoon teas which were an important part of these events.
“Many people also assisted by providing food, assisting in the kitchen, and providing ancillary support.”
Post-COVID social distancing took the concerts from the smaller Tea Gardens Baptist Church hall to the bigger main auditorium, developing the event into more of a ‘show’, with afternoon tea still available at the interlude.
“These shows ran for ten years and were well received, bringing joy to many people, who were very faithful in their support of the shows, and both bands even played at Estia and Peter Sinclair
nursing homes.”
Sage has also played at community events in Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, Bulahdelah, North Arm Cove, and south to Lake Macquarie.
“Ten years is a long time to present this sort of show, which demands weekly rehearsals in addition to the monthly performances,” John explained, citing health issues that made playing increasingly difficult.
“There is a season for most things, and our season has ended.
“Some of us will continue to play at the nursing homes as this is not as demanding an event.”
q Attention to detail is what makes the eyes
while the wooden poles themselves were supplied by Paul Fitz and BORAL Timber Tea Gardens.
They depict members of the Motum and Engel families, descendants of whom still populate the town today, and each family has at least one roadway named in their honours.
The poles are now located in an open grassy area near the Singing Bridge.
In coming weeks, similar restoration will also occur on the Pioneer Poles at Winda Woppa.
created by local artists Margaret Germon and Pearl Ingram, with assistance from David and Keith Ingram and Neil Germon,
Members
both bands made the music at last year’s Christmas carols concert.
q Band members led the singalong during their final hurrah.
pop.
q Jeanette Hart, organiser of the Myall River Art Walk Group, set up in dicey weather to re-do the poles.
q The old wooden poles have suffered some weather damage over the years.
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE
CS Denture Clinic coming to Hawks Nest
FAMILY-OWNED
and operated,
CS Denture Clinic took over operations of the well respected ‘Brett Davis Denture Clinic’ in Salamander Bay in 2024.
After 25-plus years experience working alongside highly respected dental technicians, dentists and dental prosthetists, CS Denture Clinic owner Cameron Shelley set up shop in Port Stephens, and will soon offer the same services to the Myall Coast community.
Cameron made his way into the industry at seventeen years of age.
Cameron always wanted to be a ‘rock star’, however his dad told him he needed to get a job to fill in time while he was working his way towards rock stardom.
So, in 1997 his dad landed him a job with a dental technician he knew,
learning how to make mouthguards for a major sports mouthguard brand.
As time progressed, while Cameron was still rocking out on the weekends, he began to master skills in multiple disciplines in the dental technology industry, as well as achieving his Diploma in Dental Technology in 2003.
Cameron became a Dental Prosthetist after achieving his Advanced Diploma in Dental Prosthetics in 2010 and has been developing his clinical skills since.
Cameron told NOTA the clinic prides itself on “going above and beyond our competition” and “offering all Australian-made products to our patients” as well as 5-star service.
“Most of our work is done within our own dental laboratory ourselves with some occasional help from a very select few other Australian laboratories,” Cameron said.
“All our products are made from TGA approved material and made with absolute attention to detail and quality control.
“We offer call out services for less mobile patients that require in-home care.
“We’re only happy if our patients are happy.”
CS Denture Clinic offers full dentures, partial dentures, flexi dentures, implant retained dentures,
same day denture repairs and relines, custom fitted sports mouthguards, and tooth whitening.
“We are currently offering a 10 percent discount on new
dentures as an introductory offer to all our new Myall Lakes customers.
“We are also offering free denture checkups.”
Cameron is joined in
the clinic by his wife, Iana, and his Trainee Dental Technician, Priya.
q Cameron Shelley.
From the court to a cruise
By Thomas O’KEEFE
A VERY Myall Christmas was celebrated by the Myall Park Croquet Club upon the Myall River on Monday 25 November, only one month out from the big day itself.
Almost 30 croquet members and guests boarded the MV Wallamba ferry for a jaunt upriver, as Wallamba’s Captain Gary navigated the ever-shallowing riverbed, dodging plenty of sandbars, a constant reminder of the current state of the Myall estuary.
The weather was divine, nonetheless, with wedge-tailed eagles, seabirds and a few dolphins witnessed upon the waters, as was the absolutely gorgeous scenery seen from the boat.
The onboard fare was equally delicious, organised by Suzie Fletcher and catered by Mema's Bakery in Tea Gardens, including sandwiches, fruit, bakery goods like scones, cakes and pastries.
The destination was Black Oaks picnic area, roughly one third of the way to Bombah Point, where many debarked to study the sandy shore and distant pine plantation.
Rumours of mutiny were quelled once the explorers discovered a potential end-of-theworld location to build their croquet court and associated colony, on that quiet bend of the river.
“The Club voted on the Wallamba cruise for a change from last year’s land-bound party, and we booked it way back in April,” Suzie told NOTA.
“Although the tide was not quite right with the shallow areas, and we hit sand at least once, everything was all on time, and Captain Gary was full of interesting facts and information about the river.
“Monica, the deckhand, was far and away beyond; just a lovely, smiling face to have around.
“Everyone said the food from Mema’s was fantastic, and Gordon Ingate treated everyone to some sparkling refreshments for the cruise, too.”
q
up the Myall River.
By Thomas O’Keefe
Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale, Of a delightful trip
That departed this sub-tropic port Aboard this tiny ship.
The skipper, Gary dodged the sand, The mate Monica watched the shore, Twenty-seven passengers set sail that day For a two-hour tour, a two-hour tour.
The weather was so beautiful, Croquet Clubbers loved the breeze, The food was arranged by Suzie Mema's Bakery goods and cheese.
The ship landed at Black Oaks picnic ground
With energy They built a colony, The millionaire brought the wine,
In their sub-tropic coastal nest.
So this is the tale of the Croquet Club, They went for their Christmas Cruise One month out from the big day, It was an awesome time!
The first mate and the Skipper too, Got them back to have a rest, They made the players comfortable,
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
TO avoid filling a whole page with the veritable avalanche of films being released, this week we present “Cinema in a Sentence”.
Piece By Piece is a biopic of superstar singer/songwriter Pharell Williams featuring interviews with Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Busta Rhymes, Jay-Z, and Snoop Dogg… entirely animated - in LEGO.
No phone, no lights, no motor cars, Sailing in luxury, Unlike Robinson Crusoe, As enjoyable as can be.
"So come to Myall Park," said Suzie "Try your hand at croquet sport, We always welcome new members, Come see us at the court."
Bad Genius is a remake of the 2017 Thai film of the same name, based on the true story of a promising scholarship student at a prestigious prep school who develops a system to help her wealthy peers cheat on exams for a fee.
Heir to the action schlock throne Frank Grillo stars in action/horror schlock Werewolves, where he prepares to defend his family on a night when half the world’s population are going to turn into… you probably figured it out.
Cate Blanchett, Charles Dance, Roy Dupuis, Denis Ménochet, Nikki AmukaBird, Rolando Ravello, Takehiro Hira, Zlatko Burić, and Alicia Vikander star alongside a giant brain as the abandoned G7 World Leaders fighting to survive an absurd apocalypse in Rumours
From the foreign film market comes My Favourite Cake, a tale about an elderly Iranian widow who finds love again but must contend with the reality of living in a country where she does not have the freedom she desires.
Solo Levelling – ReAwakening is a feature film continuation of a Korean
animated series that focuses on a monsterfighting warrior who seems to actually be part of a computer game - possibly.
Out from France is Out of Season, a romantic comedy about two middleaged creatives who attempt to reignite a romance they both abandoned decades ago.
Finally comes Ghost Cat Anzu, an animated feature from Japan that adapts a comic series about an anthropomorphic cat who meets a young girl and attempts to make her life better.
Song of the Cruise (to the tune of Gilligan’s Isle)
The Croquet-ers The retirees on the land, Here on Croquet Isle.
Happy Croquet Club sailors on the MV Wallamba cruising
q Skipper Gary kept an eye out for sandbars.
q The Croquet players sought to colonise the landing at Black Oaks.
q Delectable treats from Mema’s Bakery finished off an amazing lunch cruise.
Quiet cul-de-sac location
9 Carinya Close, Hawks Nest Price: $1,400,000
NESTLED at the cul-desac of Carinya Close in the serene Hawks Nest locale lies a splendid retreat, an ideal acquisition for discerning holiday home seekers, astute investors, or owner-occupiers.
Presenting a Torrens title townhouse of impeccable quality, this three-bedroom, three-anda-half-bathroom residence offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle on a generous 590 sqm plot.
As you approach this town-home, the fully landscaped grounds set the tone for the sophistication that awaits within.
A haven of comfort and elegance, the property boasts a sizeable northfacing, paved area perfect for alfresco entertaining against the backdrop of tranquil surroundings.
Internally, the home is a testament to thoughtful construction with its heated flooring throughout the lower level, ensuring a cosy atmosphere even on cooler days.
Solar panels ensure energy efficiency, while insulation in walls and roof provides year-round comfort.
The living spaces are complemented by not one, but two ensuites, a main bathroom, and an additional toilet downstairs, catering
effortlessly to both guests and residents alike.
Car accommodations are well-catered for with a double lock-up garage featuring internal access for added convenience.
This Hawks Nest gem, brimming with too many features to list, beckons for your inspection.
Viewings are exclusively by appointment only, so secure your opportunity today to explore this luxurious townhouse at 9 Carinya Close.
Your coastal sanctuary awaits.
Contact John Rumble (0425 289 200) today to arrange a private inspection.
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Contemporary home 300m to the water
36 Promontory Way, North Arm Cove 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms/4 garage/1316sqm
STROLL less than 300m to Heros Beach and Reserve from this four bedroom home and enjoy a dip in the waters of Port Stephens.
This beautiful beach is fronted by a grassy reserve where many come to relax on the beach, indulge in a family picnic, or launch the kayak to join the turtles and dolphins
that share these pristine waters.
Once finished it's an easy walk back to this family home set on its own large parcel of land which backs on to green space.
Enjoy spacious open plan living and dining with floorto-ceiling windows taking in the water views.
The kitchen has been updated with a 900mm gas/ oven stove as well as timber bench tops and a gorgeous barn door to the walk-in pantry.
This area easily flows through to the large deck with bush views, perfect for entertaining.
The master bedroom features a large walk-through wardrobe and contemporary ensuite on the northern side of the home.
Two other bedrooms and a family bathroom with bathtub and a separate laundry are on the southern side.
Downstairs, there is a wonderful one-bedroom garden apartment with a
study. Contemporary and freshly painted, this area is perfect for visiting friends, family or as a potential income source.
Extras in the home include air conditioning, ceiling fans, slow combustion fire, a garden shed, carport and fully fenced back garden that backs onto bush land.
The home also offers plenty of storage.
There is a large four car garage, 6 x 8m (2.5m height door) that will appeal to those with cars, boats, a caravan and more.
The home will appeal to young families and those looking for a low maintenance holiday home.
North Arm Cove offers
a tennis court, community garden and coffee shop, walking and bush tracks as well as numerous parks and entry points to the water.
Located less than ten minutes to Karuah and under an hour to Newcastle.
Contact Ivy Stevenson at CENTURY 21 Coastal Properties on 0432705766.
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN
The Write Direction
By John BLACKBOURN
Where is the
Mariyung?
IN 2014 the NSW Government announced plans to purchase new carriages to replace ageing intercity and regional trains.
This new class of train was given the name of Mariyung and was slated to take over from what we knew as XPTs and Explorers.
In the meanwhile, the short distance T
From the Mayor’s desk
By CLAIRE PONTIN Mayor, Midcoast Council
I WOULD like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
As we approach the end of the year and families head off on holidays, I would just like to remind everyone to be safe, make sure you stop, revive, survive if you are taking on long trips.
To get into the festive spirit, Council has kicked off the Ignite the Spirit Christmas Competition.
This encourages local businesses
Set trains on the Sydney suburban circuits known as Tangaras would be upgraded to fill the gap on the regional and intercity lines - Sydney to Newcastle, Lithgow and Kiama services.
To be fair, these upgraded Tangaras were basically comfortable for trips of less than two hours, so fitted the bill quite well as improved modes of transportation.
But then the issues happened.
Delivery of the Korean-made Mariyung was expected by September 2017.
This then blew out to April 2018, then December 2018, then April 2019 and the first trains were delivered in December 2019.
However, these new high-tech trains didn’t need the services of a guard, so the rail unions refused to operate them after they finally were delivered, many years late. They were then put into storage until the many safety issues claimed by the unions
to decorate their shop fronts to entice residents to shop local and there are three absolute great prizes are up for offer for those who participate.
To enter, simply create your colourful Christmas window display, submit up to four photos by emailing business@ midcoast.nsw.gov.au and include your contact details and CHRISTMAS WINDOW DISPLAY in the subject line.
Entry is free and you could win a SOULitude Farm Stay and Co Shea Therapy Gift voucher, a scenic flight with Manning River Aero Club followed by lunch at Wingham’s Bent on Food or a hamper full of local goodies and a $200 Shop MidCoast voucher.
Council is also once again running the Christmas Giving Trees initiative.
If you would like to help someone in need this Christmas, simply drop off any gifts or non-perishable food items to any of our five customer service points at Taree, Forster, Stroud, Gloucester and Tea Gardens.
On theCouch
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
MY husband's hearing is getting progressively worse and yet he refuses to get hearing aids fitted. How can I encourage him to do so?
Rowena K
Dear Rowena,
I HEAR you. A hearing specialist said to me recently that people don't get hearing aids for themselves, they get them for family members who have contended for years with the television volume at an unbearable level, the constant need to repeat every sentence five times, and the sometimes hilarious but often frustrating situations when those hard of hearing have misheard what you are trying to say.
Tolstoy said, historians are like deaf people who go on answering questions that no one has asked them.
I've never thought of my husband as an historian, but he comes out with all sorts of gems due to being deaf in one ear (the other ear isn't doing so well either).
were attended to.
Finally, the transport unions signed an agreement with the NSW Government in August 2023 to effect modifications to the design of these Mariyung trains for the additional cost of many millions of dollars.
This then allowed testing to take place for their electrical systems amongst other issues.
Well, Newcastle and Central Coast passengers were the first to enjoy the new Mariyung train which rolled out of Newcastle Interchange on Tuesday morning on its first
The items will be distributed to a number of local charities based on the need and item donated.
These will include neighbourhood centres, community kitchens and shelters.
And as the weather warms up water always becomes an important topic.
However, we are happy to report there are currently no concerns over water availability with Bootawa Dam stable at 99 percent capacity and a higher-thanaverage rainfall predicted for December to February.
With that in mind water is still our most precious resource and we continue to urge everyone to take it seriously and continue water saving practices.
In more good news about our water supply Council participated in a PFAS sampling program which tested water from all the five water supply systems.
In all cases tests were below detection limits meaning we meet both current and proposed Australian Drinking Water Guideline requirements.
Last night I said, “Would you like a glass of wine or is it for a special occasion?”
He thought I said “broccoli”.
Out of the entire sentence, that was the only word he heard.
Truly mind boggling.
We have one friend who speaks in a low tone that he can hear with absolute clarity.
Since we are lucky to see this friend twice a year, I'm not sure what help this is.
“I can hear Linda perfectly,” he tells me (often).
“Bully for Linda,” I reply, which he probably mishears as “put it on Tinder”.
There is, I think, a bit of vanity involved with hearing aids, but they are now so discreet that no one except the wearer would know they are there.
Even with a hearing aid, there can be issues. My dad has hearing aids, but it is amazing how many times he still can't hear, because he doesn't turn them on.
He tells me he's trying to conserve the batteries.
I think conserving our sanity is more important.
If your husband is being as stubborn as a hearing-impaired mule, perhaps show him how frustrating it is by wearing noisecancelling headphones for a few days.
When his questions fall (literally) on deaf ears, he may feel compelled to act.
ever passenger service.
The first Mariyung Train to carry passengers began its journey from Newcastle Interchange to Sydney Terminal at 8:21am, stopping at 20 stations, including Hamilton, Broadmeadow, Cardiff, Fassifern, Morisset, Wyee, Warnervale, Wyong, Tuggerah, Gosford, Point Clare, Tascott, Koolewong, Woy Woy, Berowra, Hornsby, Epping, Strathfield, before arriving at Sydney Terminal.
We have recently entered into a contract that will see streetlighting and large Council sites powered by renewable energy.
MidCoast Council joined 12 other regional Councils to be able to secure great financial outcomes due to the buying power.
Locking in energy prices until 2030 shields us from the volatility in the electricity market ensuring long term budget stability.
And when it comes to our finances MidCoast Council is continuing to show encouraging signs of improvement.
The NSW Audit Office has completed its audit of Council’s financial statements, and we have once again received an unqualified audit which means all requirements have been met.
This is something we are very proud of, it is a great outcome and shows we are on the right path when it comes to our finances.
Hawks Nest Vets ADVERTISING
By Len GOUGH
READING by Lynne Miles: Isaiah 7:4 "Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign. The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a Son and will call Him Immanuel." (Immanuel means God with us.)
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
SPORTS
MYALL
Tea Garden Women's Bowling Club
By Lynda RICHARDS
MY REPORT this week begins on a sad note, unfortunately Jill McBride a member of TGWBC since 2003 passed away on Friday 22nd November following a short illness.
Jill was a staunch supporter of our Club, she was Chair of the Social Committe for many years, a talented bowler being selected to bowl in our Pennant team in 2005 through till 2016, a Lead in the winning teams for the Club Championship Triples 2006 and 2014 and also winning Club Championship Fours 2010. Jill had many more bowling victories on Trophy Days, Invitation Days and on social bowls. Apart from her bowling achievements Jill will be remembered for her willingness to help all anytime, teaching new bowlers, her sense of humour, a good friend and so much more. Jill you may be gone from our lives but you will never be forgotten.
Tuesday 26th November: Bowls played 2 games of 3 bowls Triples and a game of Fours all 18 ends. Lyn Nightingale, Dawn Jones and Karen Green annihilated Carolyn Fredericks, Leona Clissold and Judi Polak 33 v 5. Dot Dallas (swinger lead), Kris MacDonald, Dawn May and Sandra Leisemann had a close contest winning 13 v 11, their opponents Dot, Maryanne Cuss, Judy McGavock and Bette Saillard. Loretta Baker, Lynda Richards and Jean Glover started strongly, on the 8th
COAST News Of The Area
q Club President Bette Saillard and Lyndall Ryder with the winners of the RSL LifeCare Trophy Day, Karen Green, Carolyn Fredericks and Judi Polak.
end their score 15 v Precy Swaddling, Robyn Webster and Bev Harrington 3 unfortunately Jean's team lost the next 9 ends, Bev's team heading into the final end with a 10-shot lead, 25 v 15, winning by 8 shots final score 25 v 17. The winners on the day winning with the lowest margin were Dot, Kris, Dawn and Sandra.
Thursday 28th November: The annual RSL LifeCare The Grange Trophy Day, format for play 2 games of 2 bowls Triples 10 ends, teams randomly drawn also random draw for games. All place winners won both their games; so
now the decider would be total shots. The winners here were Carolyn Fredericks, Judi Polak and Karen Green with a score of 39, 2nd place went to Maynie Roberts, Lynda Richards and Dale Cameron 27 and 3rd place with a score of 14 Jane Uff, Ingrid Luck and Bette Saillard. Many thanks to RSL LifeCare The Grange for your continuing sponsorship of this day. Thanks to Lyndall Ryder (The Grange) for presenting the prizes. Coming events: Break Up Day/ Secretary v President Day 12th December.
Hawks Nest Bridge Club
By Diane RUSSELL
RESULTS Week Ending 29th November.
Monday: N/S 1.C Richards & S Matheson, 2.J Armstrong & D Dale, 3.E Digby & J Pye, 4.J Whalan & B Treharne, 5. P Baily & G Morrison, 6.N Grehan & J Glover, 7.G Smith & L Wood, 8. J Ryan & A Remment.
E/W 1.L Howarth & E Greenhalgh, 2.S Fuller & L Butler, 3. A Ryan & S Bowen, 4.D Hipkins & B Eyre, 5. J Brandis & M Churton, 6.P Marr & S Schmeding, 7.L Hulme & J Corden, 8. L Mc Murray & S Helsen.
Tuesday: N/S 1. J Corden & D Russell, 2=. C
Richards & S Wilson, 2=. A & J Macintosh. E/W 1. W Drake & R Albon, 2. P Lau & J Fowler, 3. P
Ness & S O’Keefe
Wednesday: N/S 1. S & N Kebby, 2. P Baily
& J Gray, 3.G Smith & L Wood, 4. M Rowden & S Aldrich, 5. A Ryan & E White, 6. J Ryan & A Remment, 7.M Churton & J Glynn.
E/W 1. B Treharne & S Matheson, 2. E Digby & D Hipkins, 3.K Mc
Murray & J Pye, 4.S Fuller & L Butler, 5.G Trott & C Lance, 6.D Ahmling & S Robinson, 8. C Bywater & D Russell.
Hawks Nest Thursday Night Darts
By Brenda EDWARDS
28 NOVEMBER.
Winners: Lyn Peirson and Gene McKenzie.
Runners up: Matt Bowden and Henry Hancock.
Ladies Highest Score: Jasmin Wilson-142.
Mens Highest Score: Trent Turner-115. Great to see so many new players, darts are on every Thursday night, names in by 6.45pm, darts start at 7pm.
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Friday: N/S 1. J & T Thatcher, 2. J Fowler & B Taylor, 3. B Treharne & S Matheson, 4. J Whalan & C Richards 5. D Hipkins & B Eyre, 6. S & N Kebby, 7=. L & G Conroy, 7=. P Baily & G Morrison, 9=. B & P Gibbs, 9=. M Churton & J Corden.
E/W 1. J Armstrong & D Dale, 2. E Digby & S Donahue, 3 S Pearson & M Rowden, 4. P Marr & S Schmeding, 5. L Howarth & D O’Brien, 6. J Glover & N Grehan, 7=. L Wood & G Smith, 7=.C Bywater & J Pye, 9. H White & S Helsen. 10. E & A Greenhalgh.
q Winners Lyn Peirson and Gene McKenzie and Runners Up Henry Hancock and Matt Bowden.
28/11/2024. 18 HOLE Stableford.
A Grade.
1. Ronald Wright 38 c/b
2. Denis Downie 38 c/b
3. Lyle Hudson 38 c/b
4. Ross Clissold 38
5. Peter Gurney c/b B Grade.
1. GRAEME THOMAS 37
2. Robert Ziehlke 36 c/b
By Tony SMITH
3. Christopher Taylor 36
4. Keith Glanville 35 c/b
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Hawks Nest Ladies Golf
By Dianne BOWES
THERE were 41 starters for Saturday’s Stableford event, boosted by visitors from Easts Leisure and Golf, Waratah GC, Club Taree and Roseville GC, playing on our newly renovated fairways. As always, it was close at the top of the leaderboard, Tanya Sinclair finishing with a great 40 points, followed by Jo Scott and Deb Matheson, both on 37. Jo had a birdie as well as NTP on the 10th, and Deb scored 3 chip ins today, so there were some happy ladies today.
Results; Ladies 18 Hole Stableford 23/11/2024
A Grade Winners: 1st Deb Matheson 37; 2nd Halen Haynes 36; 3rd Cheryl Foster 35
B Grade Winners: 1st
Tanya Sinclair 40 (best score of the day); 2nd Jo Scott 37 C/B; 3rd Marion Newton 35
Place Getters (34 C/B – 31 C/B): Annie Benton, Samantha Leggatt, Michelle
Osborne, Sue Kovacs, Maxine Mitchell, Denise Sainty, Sue O’Hagan (Roseville GC), Carol Maher and Anne-Marie French
NTP 10th Hole: A Grade
Carolyn Affleck; B Grade Jo Scott
Tuesday was a Monthly Medal Round, with only 34 ladies braving the heat. Helen Haynes had a great round to finish with a 72 nett/ 79 gross – well played Helen! – but the next 12 players were only separated by 4 strokes in today’s small but competitive field. Among the highlights were Deb Matheson’s great birdie with a long, front to back putt on the 5th, and Liz Ross who had a chip in on the 4th.
Results: Ladies 18 Hole Stroke 26/11/2024
A Grade Winners:1st Helen Haynes 72 (best score of the day); 2nd Deb Matheson 74; 3rd Sue Kovacs 75
B Grade Winners: 1st June Biddle 77 C/B; 2nd Liz
Ross 77; 3rd Tanya Sinclair 78
C Grade Winners: 1st Jo Scott 76; 2nd Di Smith 78 C/B; 3rd Rhonda Dorman 78
Place Getters ( 76 C/B- 80 C/B): Marcia Smith, Denise Sainty, Kathy Griffiths, Judy Benson, Dawn Wiggins, Annie Benton
Gross Winners: A Grade
Helen Haynes 79; B Grade: June Biddle 103 C/B; C Grade: Di Smith 116
NTP Hole 5: A Grade Deb Matheson; B Grade Tanya Sinclair; C Grade Di Smith
Tuesday Lay Veterans 9
Hole Competition
There was a good field of 13 ladies who played in today’s event, with Robyn Richardson romping home 4 shots clear of the following pack.
Results: Lady Veterans 9 Holes 26/11/2024
1st Robyn Richardson 19 (best score of the day); 2nd Pat Marr 15; 3rd Sylvia Bolden 14; 4th Jeanette Kemp 13; 5th Marie Pegram
Bulahdelah Golf Club
ANOTHER big week at the course with 4 full days of golf.
Wednesday November 27 was the ladies' last Monthly Mug and Mug of Mugs. It was Meryl Reinhard's day with a terrific 66nett and birdie jackpot while Terry Stellema also had a great round of 70nett with only 27putts.
Barbie got the 8th NTP while the rest of us applauded!
The Vets played a Secret 9 Stableford on Thursday November 28 and the winner was Wayne Green with 23pts from Dave Flynn with 22pts and Kevin Styles with 21pts.
NTPs were Craig Littlechild, Garry Willadsen
12 C/B
Thursday Lady Veterans 9 Hole Event
Overcast skies kept the temperature down today, though the humidity made conditions sticky for the 46 ladies who played. It was a short course game from the grey tees, which is always enjoyed by the vets. A lot of players were very happy to have parred holes, like Trish Campbell (3rd) and Betty Clinch (16th) who both landed their tee shots on the green and went on to score par 3. Viv Ballinger chipped in on the 12th, as did Elsa
and Al Jobson while Kevin Styles got the 17th birdie jackpot.
Single Stableford results were Heta Pierson with 41pts from Wayne Green with 40pts and Garry Willadsen with 39pts.
Great scores all around.
Saturday November 30th was the Men's Monthly Mug and the winner was Peter
Lions countdown begins
narrow loss to the Irish had really hurt, declared: "I certainly hope so.
"Look, people will always say what they want to say, and that's the beauty of our game, people's opinions are what make it tick. But the cool part for us is that we get to go out and, hopefully, prove these people wrong.
"And maybe we did, maybe we didn't - but we certainly feel like we're going in the right direction. We're really proud of our group and where we're heading into a really big year.
"Can't wait for the Lions tour. It's now a bit like counting down the days, even if we've obviously still got a little bit to get through."
Indeed, this promises to be a key period.
Schmidt is due to make a key announcement later this month about whether he'll stay on after the Lions' series in July and August, and then he'll have to watch the Super Rugby season unfold with as much trepidation as anticipation.
"The first flight leaves for Australia at 5am Sunday, so we haven't got a lot of time together," explained Schmidt on Saturday night after the 13th and final Test of the
Wallabies' topsy-turvy year that featured six wins and seven losses.
"We'll get together for a couple of days from January
Billinghurst with 64nett! Arrin Gardiner shot a 73 off the stick giving him a 67nett for runner-up.
The ladies played their 27 hole Foursomes Championship on Saturday and after a very close contest, Lou Smith and Bernie Newton are the 2024 Champions with 141gr (only 2 strokes ahead of Barbie
8 to 10, and that will allow us to sign off on this year and plot our way ahead, then we'll get together a week or two before the Lions arrive.
Jones on the 6th. Elsa was very happy with her long curved shot up the hill and into the cup on a green that is quite challenging. One of our ladies didn’t have the same luck on the 16th when she struck bunker trouble. She was determined to face the challenge of getting out, and after 17 shots she made it! What an effort!
Results: Lady Veterans 9 Hole Stroke 28/11/2024
1st: Elsa Jones -8; 2nd Robyn Keegan -3; 3rd Pat Dodd -2; 4th Janet Moore 0 C/B; 5th June Martin 0 NTP 3rd Hole: Div 1 Fran Henderson; Div
NTP
The Lady Veterans annual meeting was held after today’s presentation, with reports from the outgoing committee. The 2025 committee was introduced: President Marg Bonney, Captain Sue Hair, Secretary/ Treasurer Viv Ballinger and Committee members Jo Scott and Sharon Barwick. They have big shoes to fill, but will have everyone’s support as they take the reins for 2025.
and Terry).
The nett winners were Alison Benson and Kath Guyer with 111.25.
Sunday December 1 was the Men's Shed fundraising 3 person Ambrose event.
It was a very successful day and the rain held off till all 99 players were in the Clubhouse. Mick, Jaxon & Zac were the winners
"But I do think we've built enough confidence and cohesion this year that we can pick it up again in late June, early July next year. It's a challenge - but it's a great challenge."
Farrell, who's now on a sabbatical from coaching Ireland to take the Lions' reins, quickly laughed off the idea that he'll get any break.
"It sounds like I'm going on holiday - that's not the case, I can guarantee you that!" smiled the Englishman, who'll be putting a team together that could feature two Australians, Scotland's Sione Tuipulotu and Ireland's Mack Hansen.
One thing he's sure about, though, is that the Wallabies' side being honed by his old boss Schmidt is
from
Woodward won the 17th jackpot.
Every dollar raised is a step closer to the completion of the new Men's Shed. Congratulations to all.
beginning to look the part.
"I don't need a clear sense of how formidable Australia might be. I know Joe. I know what he brings and you saw it in spades out there.
"Seeing their development over the last six months, the biggest thing for me is you're seeing the style of player coming to fruition, and the athletes they've got, they're certainly looking more cohesive, fitter, etc - and that's only going to continue.
"I think he's now got a nice picture, hasn't he, with everyone that he's used over over this season, and that's a lot. They're going to be looking forward to next season."
2 Di Smith; Div 3 Trish Campbell
Hole 16: Robyn Keegan; Div 2 Betty Clinch; Div 3 Pat Marr
q Lady Veterans 2025 Committee: Robyn Keegan, Sue Hair, Marg Bonney, Viv Ballinger and Jo Scott.
q Monthly Medal Winners June Biddle and Jo Scott.
with 53.4nett
Dave, Wayne & Ray with 56.2 and Arrin, Mick & Rick also with 56.2! Kevin Brad & Tom had 56.7 while Richard, Alan & Graeme had 56.9. Colin
q Nett winners Kath and Alison.
q Champions Bernadette and Thora-Lou.
q Men's Shed president Dave with winners Mick and son Jaxon.
q Wallabies' Andrew Kellaway making a big tackle on Ireland's Hugo Keenan, as Tom Wright watches on. Photo: AP PHOTO.
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FRIDAY LUCA
TEN, 7.30pm
This adorable addition from Pixar about the power of friendship is sure to become a family favourite. Luca (voice of Jacob Tremblay) is a sea monster with the ability to transform into a human on land. When he meets fellow monster Alberto (Jack Dylan Grazer), who lives on the surface, Luca is emboldened to step out of the water and into the bright Italian city of Portorosso. As the pair explore the world together, they discover a love of pasta, cycling and best of all: Vespas! Set on the Italian Riviera, it’s a sumptuous visual feast that will draw viewers in to its magical world.
FRIDAY, December 6
MONDAY
FIVE BEDROOMS
TEN, 9.30pm
Life, love and work are becoming more complicated than ever for the close-knit co-owners as this stellar Aussie dramedy inches closer to its conclusion. Doctor Harry (Roy Joseph) is usually the voice of reason for his housemates, but in “Seventy-Two Hours” he finds himself in need of their help after an indiscretion comes to light. Lawyer Liz (Kat Stewart) jumps in with a solution, but it requires both a little “creative” testimony from Anton (Matthew Backer) and keeping Harry’s mum Manju (Kumud Merani) at arm’s length. Meanwhile, Ben (Stephen Peacocke) and Heather (Doris Younane) intervene when Ainsley (Katie Robertson, pictured) hurts Simmo’s (Johnny Carr) feelings.
TUESDAY
CHRISTMAS WITH AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S WEEKLY
TEN, 7.30pm
Get set to “sleigh” this Christmas with a little help from The ’s Sarah Harris (pictured) and the talented team at The Australian Women’s Weekly An annual guide to surviving the silly season in style, there’s a wealth of tips on food, fashion and creating Yuletide magic in your own home. Narelda Jacobs catches up with Olympic gold medallist Noemie Fox and her family ahead of the holidays, while The Weekly’s food director Fran Abdallaoui is in fine company with Warren Mendes, Kirsten Tibballs and MasterChef faves Poh Ling Yeow, Julie Goodwin and Khanh Ong in the kitchen, with tasty tricks and hacks galore.
Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)
Grand Designs: The Streets. (Ml, R)
1.10 The Kingdom: The World’s Most Powerful Prince. (Ma, R) 2.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Every Family Has A Secret. (Ma, R) 8.30 Nicole Kidman, Eyes Wide Open. (Malns, R) 9.35 Kennedy. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Elvira. (PGa)
12.30 The Wall: The Orchard. (Malsv, R)
2.05 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
3.10 Love Your Home And Garden With Alan Titchmarsh. (PGa, R)
4.05 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.40pm 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 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars: Battle Of The Stars. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Late afternoon session.
7.40 Test Cricket: Tea Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test Match between Australia and India.
8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Evening session.
10.30 The Boy From Macksville. (Ml) Celebrates the career of Phillip Hughes.
12.00 GetOn Extra.
12.30 Taken. (Mav, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
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I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (Return) Hosted by Shelley Craft.
8.30 MOVIE: The Accountant. (2016, MA15+alv, R) A maths genius who works as an accountant for high-rolling criminals is pursued by authorities. Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick.
11.00 MOVIE: Triple 9. (2016, MA15+lv, R)
1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards Summer. (PG, R)
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 I Dream Of Jeannie. 2.30 Bewitched. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 MOVIE: Luca. (2021, G) On the Italian Riviera, a young boy experiences an unforgettable summer with a new best friend. Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer. 9.30 Matlock. (PGad, R) A big class-action case against the prison system hits close to home. Matty plays matchmaker with Sarah and a girl from IT. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55
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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 12.30 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 1.15 Miniseries: Douglas Is Cancelled. (Ml, R) 1.55 Question Everything. (R) 2.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 3.15 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.45 Solar System With Brian Cox. (R) 4.45 Headliners. (PG, R) 5.35 Landline. (Final, R)
6.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Claudia Karvan. (PGl, R) Claudia Karvan shares five songs.
6.30 Muster Dogs: Where Are They Now. (R) Presented by Lisa Millar.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 All Creatures Great And Small. (PGa) James hires a new trainee vet.
8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) Vera and her team find themselves investigating a mystery involving a miner’s missing daughter.
9.50 Plum. (Final, Ml, R) Plum finally shares his truth.
10.45 Shetland. (Mlv, R) 11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
ABC FAMILY
6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 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 Teen Titans Go! 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 9.05 The Eco Show. (R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 11.00 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.55 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix 6. H’lights. 4.25 The Maestro & The European Pop Orchestra. (Premiere) 5.35 Weeks Of War. (PGav, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces.
8.25 The Jury: Death On The Staircase. (M, R)
9.30 The Great House Revival.
10.30 So Long, Marianne. (Mals)
11.25 Paris Paris. (PGl, R)
11.55 All Those Things We Never Said. (Ms, R)
2.20 Employable Me (UK) (PGa, R)
3.25 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (PG, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am WorldWatch. 10.00
7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Great Australian Concerts: Clapton. 9.35 Great Australian Concerts: Kev Carmody. 10.40 Hudson & Rex. 12.20am The X-Files. 3.05 Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Young Girls Of Rochefort. (1967, PG, French) 11.20 Misery. (1990) 1.20pm Vampire Seeking Consenting Person. (2023, French) 3.00 The Man Who Invented Christmas. (2017, PG) 4.55 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 6.30 Barefoot In The Park. (1967, PG) 8.30 Living. (2022, PG) 10.25 Easy Love. (2019, MA15+, German) 12.10am Late Programs.
SUNDAY, December 8
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat: Christmas Special. (R) 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.45 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 3.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 4.00 Restoration Australia. (Final) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Muster Dogs: Where Are They Now.
8.00 Miniseries: Douglas Is Cancelled. (Ml)
8.40 Love Me. (Ml)
9.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R)
11.35 You Can’t Ask That. (Mals, R)
12.40 New Leash On Life. (R)
1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered: Forces Of Nature. (R)
4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through North Wales. (PG, R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 10.00 MOVIE: Thomas And Friends: The Mystery Of Lookout Mountain. (2022) 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.40pm Pfffirates. 6.55 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 7.00 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.15 Bluey Minisodes. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: Get Santa. (2014, PG) 9.10 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.55 Speechless. 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 The Eco Show. (R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 11.30 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cycling. Cape to Cape MTB. 4.00 Wonders Of Scotland. (R) 4.25 The Maestro & The European Pop Orchestra. 5.35 Weeks Of War. (PGavw, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Great Stink Of 1858. (PG)
9.20 Jonathan Ross’ Myths And Legends. (PGa, R)
10.15 Curse Of The Ancients. (PG, R)
11.10 Looby. (Mln, R)
12.35 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
1.30 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R)
2.20 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (R)
3.15 Heritage Rescue. (R)
4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.
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6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Bamay. 10.30 It’s Suppertime! 11.55 Gymnastics. 1.55pm Jeopardy! 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS Washington Week. 4.55 Shane Smith Has Questions. 5.50 The Engineering That Built The World. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 World’s Most Dangerous Airports. 9.35 WWE Legends. (Return) 11.10 Late Programs.
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A Hard
Night. (1964, PG) 7.35 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (2002) 9.20 Binti. (2019, PG, Dutch) 11.00 What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. (1993, PG) 1.10pm What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 2.55 Living. (2022, PG) 4.50 Stolen Kisses. (1968, PG, French) 6.30 The Magic Of Belle Isle. (2012) 8.30 Aftersun. (2022, M) 10.25 La Jauria. (2022, M, Spanish) Midnight Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Horse Racing. Country Classic Day, Ballarat Cup and Gateway Raceday. 2.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 2. Afternoon session. 5.00 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 5.40 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 2. Late afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 2. Late afternoon session.
7.40 Test Cricket: Tea Break. Takes a look at the day of play so far in the Second Test Match between Australia and India.
8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 2. Evening session.
10.30 Heroes And Legends: Hall Of Fame. (PGl) The Sport Australia Hall of Fame special.
12.00 Taken. (Mav, R)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Cybershack. (PG) 12.30 Drive Safer. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 Helloworld. (PG) 2.00 The 58th Annual Country Music Association Awards. (PGl) 4.00 Getaway Presents Antarctica. (PG)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Bohemian Rhapsody. (2018, Ml, R) Charts the life of Freddie Mercury. Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton.
10.20 My Life As A Rolling Stone: Keith Richards. (Madl, R)
11.35 MOVIE: Truth. (2015, Ml, R) Cate Blanchett.
1.35 Drive Safer. (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 Bondi Rescue. (PGlm, R) A surfer suffers a serious fin chop. Will attempts to run for 48 hours with no sleep.
7.00 Soccer. Women’s international friendly. Australia v Chinese Taipei. 10.15 MOVIE: Kate & Leopold. (2001, PGhls, R) A New York City advertising executive meets a man who has been mysteriously transported from the 19th century. Meg Ryan, Hugh Jackman. 12.45 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A head-on collision leaves a driver trapped. 1.45 Ambulance UK. (Ml, R) An 81-yearold falls off his mobility scooter. 4.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
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6am Children’s Programs. 12.30pm MOVIE: Barbie Skipper And The Big Babysitting Adventure. (2023) 1.45 MOVIE: Pokémon: Volcanion And The Mechanical Marvel. (2016) 3.40 World Endurance Championship: Season Review. 4.45 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 5.45 MOVIE: Show Dogs. (2018, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007, M) 10.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Cricket. Women’s One Day International Series. Australia v India. Game 2. 2.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 3. Afternoon session. 5.00 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break. 5.40 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 3. Late afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 3. Late afternoon session.
7.40 Test Cricket: Tea Break.
8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 3. Evening session.
10.30 7NEWS Spotlight. (M, R)
11.30 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 12.00 Miniseries: Patrick Melrose. (MA15+a, R)
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Escape To The Country. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Horse Racing. Country Classic Day, Ballarat Cup and Gateway Raceday. 6.00 Horse Racing. Northerly Stakes Day. 9.00 I Escaped To The Country. (Return) 10.00 Australia’s Amazing Homes. 11.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon I Escaped To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Tsunami: 20 Years On. (PG) Presented by Ray Martin.
9.00 A Remarkable Place To Die. (Mlv) Anais investigates when a flamboyant pyrotechnician gets more bang for his buck than he expects.
11.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (Mv) A night market takes a twist.
1.00 Drive TV. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Nine Perth Presents: Christmas In WA.
5.00 Today Early News.
5.30 Today.
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6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.00 Harry And Meghan: The Rise And Fall. (Premiere, PGa) Looks at the story of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml) Graham Norton is joined on the couch by guests Kate Winslet, Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Liu, Jennifer Lopez and Jharrel Jerome. 9.40 FBI. (Mav) The team tracks down a serial killer after the bodies of multiple women are found. 10.40 FBI: International. (v) 11.30 The Sunday Project. (R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
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Late Programs.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.15 MOVIE: L.O.L. Surprise! Winter Fashion Show Movie. (2022) 7.30 Children’s Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Geelong United v Adelaide Lightning. 2.30 Surfing Australia TV. 3.00 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 4.00 MOVIE: Undercover Blues. (1993, PG) 5.45 MOVIE: Home. (2015, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Ocean’s Twelve.
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6.00
MONDAY, December 9
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00
When I Stutter. (PGal, R) 3.15 The Cook Up. (R) 3.45 Australian Fashion Past, Present, Future. (Premiere) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Pretty Woman: A Fairytale In Hollywood.
8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M)
10.05 Madame Tussauds: The Full Wax. (Mav, R)
11.05 SBS News. 11.35 Dead Mountain: The Dyatlov Pass Incident. (Mahlv) 1.25 Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 2.20 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R) 3.10 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (R) 4.05 Heritage Rescue. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm 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 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.50 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.20 Poh’s Kitchen. 9.45 Doctor Who. 10.30 Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. 7.00 The Magic Of Belle Isle. (2012) 9.00 Living. (2022, PG) 10.55 Barefoot In The Park. (1967, PG) 12.55pm Another World. (2021, M, French) 2.40
TUESDAY, December 10
6.00 News. 9.00
(R) 10.30
10.00 Teenage Boss:
(PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00
1.00 Headliners. (PG, R) 2.00
With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30
5. (PG, R) 3.00 A Bite To Eat. (R) 3.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30.
8.00 Headliners. (PG)
8.55 Solar System With Brian Cox. 9.55 Believing In Australia. (PGa, R) 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. (R) 11.20 The Kingdom: The World’s Most Powerful Prince. (Final, Ma, R) 12.20 Our Dementia Choir Sings Again. (Final, PG, R) 1.25 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R) 2.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.40 Megafauna: What Killed Australia’s Giants? (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm 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 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 Deadly 60. 8.50 Croc Watch
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.20 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.20 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGal, R) 11.10 The Bridges That Built London. (PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Dishing It Up. (PG, R) 2.35 Weekly Football Wrap. (R) 3.05 The Cook Up. (R) 3.35 Austn Fashion Past, Present, Future. (PGn) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys.
8.30 Who Do You Think You Are?
9.40 Greatest Train Journeys From Above. (R)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+asv)
12.55 Miniseries: Safe Home. (Mal, R)
2.50 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R)
3.40 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (PG, R)
4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
3.00 The Pizza Show. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The UnXplained Mysteries Of The Universe.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Test Cricket: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 4. Afternoon session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage). 5.00 Test Cricket: The Lunch Break.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 4. Late afternoon session.
7.40 Test Cricket: Tea Break. Takes a look at the day’s play. 8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 4. Evening session. 10.30 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav) Cassandra’s childhood friend investigates. 11.30 Armed And Dangerous: Stickups. (Mav, R)
12.45 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) 8.30 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. (Mlv, R) 9.40 A Killer Makes A Call. (Mav)
10.40 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv)
11.30 First On Scene. (Mad)
Tipping Point. (PG, R)
GolfBarons. (R)
Innovation Nation.
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Global Shop. (R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 5. Late afternoon session.
7.40 Test Cricket: Tea Break. Takes a look at the day’s play.
8.00 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v India. Day 5. Evening session.
10.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG)
11.00 Highway Cops. (PGl)
11.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma, R)
12.30 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R) 1.30 Your Money & Your Life. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 IKEA: How Do They Really Do It? (Ml, R)
8.30 Pan Am: Rise And Fall Of An Aviation Icon. (PG, R)
9.30 The Old Man. (MA15+v)
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Maxima. (Mls)
11.50 Pagan Peak. (Malsv, R) 2.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 3.00 Employable Me (USA) (Mal, R) 3.45 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm 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 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 Doctor Who. 9.50 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.15 Horrible Histories. 10.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Women’s One Day International Series. Australia v India. Game 3. 10.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. (Return) A deep dive into the world of cricket. 11.15 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R) Footage of headline-grabbing moments.
12.15 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av) Harry investigates a spate of drownings. 1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Leave No
Trace. Continued. (2018, PG) 7.55 Time Bandits. (1981, PG) 10.00 Aspromonte: Land Of The Forgotten. (2019, M, Italian) 11.45 20th Century Women. (2016, M) 1.55pm RBG. (2018, PG) 3.45 My Best Friend’s Wedding. (2016, PG, Mandarin) 5.25 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 7.30 Thelma & Louise. (1991, M) 9.55 The Young Victoria. (2009, PG) 11.55 Emily. (2022, M) 2.20am Late Programs.
THURSDAY, December 12
R) 12.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
AI vs Human: The Creativity Experiment. (R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm 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 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.05 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.35 Doctor Who. 10.20 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)
8.30 Gods Of Tennis. (Ml, R)
9.30 Miniseries: Steeltown Murders. (Mal)
10.40 SBS News. 11.10 DNA. (Return, MA15+a)
12.05 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. (Malv, R) 1.00 Miniseries: The Night Logan Woke Up. (MA15+ns, R) 2.00 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R) 3.45 Fantastical Factory Of Curious Craft. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
2.00 Planet A. 2.50 Earthworks. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Holy Marvels With Dennis Quaid. 10.05 The Last Overland: Singapore To London. 11.55 Late Programs.
The Bookshop. Continued. (2017, PG) 7.05 The Wild Duck. (1983, PG) 8.55 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 10.45 Corsage. (2022, M) 12.50pm Waiting For Anya. (2020, M) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.25 The Young Victoria. (2009, PG) 5.25 I Capture The Castle. (2003, PG) 7.30 Risky Business. (1983, M) 9.25 The Lost King. (2022, M) 11.25 Dead Man Down. (2013, MA15+) 1.35am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PGa, R) 8.30 MOVIE: In The Line Of Fire. (1993, Mlv, R) A US Secret Service agent is taunted by a killer. Clint Eastwood, John Malkovich.
11.10 Pam & Tommy. (MA15+lns)
12.10 Criminal Confessions. (Malv, R) 1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGam) 8.30 Budget Battlers. (PGl) 9.40 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (PGl)
10.40 Millionaire Holiday Home Swap. (PG)
11.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav)
12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop. (R) 3.30 World Aquatics Championships. Budapest 2024. Day 2. Finals. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Great Getaways. (PG) 8.30 Emergency.
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Lions countdown begins
By Ian CHADBAND, AAP
THE Wallabies believe they have provided a stirring response to their critics after making encouraging progress on their Spring tour - and they're already counting down the days to when they can prove they can seriously mix it with the British & Irish Lions.
Barely had the tourfinale 22-19 loss to Ireland been digested than both coaches, Australia's Joe Schmidt and the Lions'
Andy Farrell, began banging the drum for what they believe will be a thrilling, competitive series in eight months' time - and not the calamity for the hosts so many doom-mongers had been predicting.
Asked if their performances on the grand slam tour, with two wins and two losses, would have answered their doubters, winger Andrew Kellaway, while admitting that the
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q Wallabies' Andrew Kellaway making a big tackle on Ireland's Hugo Keenan, as Tom Wright watches on. Photo: AP PHOTO.