Myall Coast News Of The Area 8 June 2023

Garden volunteers keep the colour in Hawks Nest park

By Thomas O'KEEFE

BOTANICAL beauty is not easy, but the dedication of the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Volunteer Garden Group has lovingly tended the beds and plants around the park beside Hawks Nest Community Hall.

When the Group first met in October, 2020, during the depths of the pandemic, it was for one simple reason.

“The park was looking a bit neglected,” said Kath Verdon of the Volunteer Garden Group.

“We recognised it as the centre of town, and CONTINUED Page 2

q Jane Collinson, Lorraine Fraser, Kath and John Verdon with new plants in the park.

Garden volunteers keep the colour in Hawks Nest park

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The park sits on the busy nexus of Booner Street and Tuloa Avenue, with significant vehicular and pedestrian traffic passing by, especially in peak holiday times.

Visitors to Hawks Nest shops are pleasantly rewarded for their ambulatory efforts with a striking display of native and introduced flora.

“It is lovely to see people enjoying the open space in the holidays, especially when

the kangaroo paws are blooming,” the Group’s Lorraine Fraser told NOTA. While glorious natives like kangaroo paws, grevilleas, lilly-pillies and the ‘fan-flower’ flaunt natural bush colours beneath the giant gums, their winter dullness is augmented

by ornamental pansies and marigolds.

The planter boxes outside the Hawks Nest shops are also tended by the Garden Volunteers, adding a touch of colour to the concrete footpath and shop front facades. “The marigolds also happen to keep the pests away with their smells,” Ms Fraser added.

“We want to thank Kaye Simpson, from First National Real Estate, and the ‘early morning coffee people’ who help maintain the planter boxes,” Ms Verdon affirmed.

“A big thanks also goes to the MidCoast Council, for helping out with tools and plants, and especially Steve Howard for going above and beyond to help us keep this space gorgeous,” Ms Verdon and Ms Fraser agreed.

The Garden Group meets every second Tuesday at 8:30am outside the Community Hall, with regulars Kath and John Verdon, Lorraine Fraser, Jane and Laurie Collinson, Jim Bastian, Kris Lisle, Di Sweeney welcoming people to join in the work for nature’s beauty.

q Lorraine and Kath thank Kaye Simpson (centre) for help with the shop path boxes.

q Lorraine hard at work on a new garden bed.

q Marigolds add colour in winter, and keep the pests away.

q Pansies add colour in winter.

q Brilliant kangaroo paws line the footpath and park in summer.

SCAM DANGERS

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was slated as a chance for interested locals to learn how to recognise phone and internet scams.

As we are surrounded by technology, and many essential services force its use with no other options, certain portions of the population may feel overwhelmed, making the scammers’ job all the easier.

The most popular appear to be the most viciously heartless, including too-good-to-betrue offers for investments, fake charities, buying pets, amazing job opportunities, unexpected ‘winnings’, and, perhaps most heartless of all, dating and romance scams.

“We have all encountered some sort of scam, and we may not have known at the time,” Mr Poole explained. It was a spirited discussion from the getgo, as attendees shared anecdotes ranging from close calls to all-out horror

stories, in which unwitting victims had been duped out of large sums of money.

Perhaps the most confronting revelation was that scammers can ply their victims with remarkable speed, usually by inducing a series of panic, fear and suspicion, followed by gut-wrenching guilt and embarrassment, as victims

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are usually unwilling to tell anyone about their situation.

“For any unexpected inbound contact, just slow down,” was Mr Poole’s top piece of advice.

“These days, we have been trained to react instantly, especially to our

mobile phones – a few extra seconds of thought could save you a lot of hassle.

“Do not give any information, for any reason – institutions like banks and telcos will never ask you for remote access to your computer, and you should call them directly and ask

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about anything you have just received with their name on it.”

Further useful information can be found at scamwatch.gov.au, as well as https://www.accc.gov. au/about-us/publications/ the-little-black-book-ofscams.

Lookout for leaks in MidCoast LGA

purposes, rather than soaking into the ground,” Mr Scott added, seeking to emphasise the benefits inherent for all residents.

Those thousands of litres could very well be springing out from any point along Council’s 1300km of water mains, and shall be identified by technicians contracted from Aqua Analytics, using specialist leak-detection equipment.

Employing acoustic technology, technicians can pinpoint suspected leaks upon people’s properties, without having to actually enter the property.

Upon detection, technicians will leave a notification letter for the resident.

Council has asked residents to be aware that, in some cases, technicians will need to turn the water off at the meter for a few seconds, but this will only be done if there is no water being used inside the home.

“While Council will fix leaks in the water network, it remains the responsibility of residents to fix any leaks on their properties, however, it will pay off in the long term,” Mr Scott explained.

“An undetected leak inside your home or property can unnecessarily raise your water bill, especially if it’s substantial or has been there for a long time.”

By Thomas O’KEEFE

WATER wastage has come front and centre in MidCoast Council’s LGA, with the Regional Network Leakage Detection Project launched at the end of May.

The Project is part of the NSW Government’s $12.5 million Regional Leakage Reduction Program, which

has already surveyed more than 2,700 kilometres of water mains, and found over 930 leaks across the state, saving councils billions of litres of lost water.

“This project is going to help people save water and money, which is a win-win as far as we’re concerned,” said Council’s Director of Infrastructure and

Engineering Services, Rob Scott.

“With our water network covering such a large and varied landscape, it can be challenging to stay on top of leaks.

“This project will help us find and fix leaks, meaning that more of our precious water will be used for drinking and other essential

How an Owner may Avoid Defective work – Part 3

by David Collins

The best way to avoid defective work is to take steps to prevent it from happening in the first place. There are a number of things that you can do to minimise the risk of defective work, including:

• Carefully select the contractor

• Obtain references from previous clients

• Review the contractor's license, qualifications and experience

• Inspect the work regularly

• Promptly report any

defects to the contractor

By taking these steps, you can help to ensure that your construction project is completed on time and to your satisfaction.

Disputes can arise about the duties and obligations of an agent; for further information please contact David Collins or Kristy Nunn from our dispute resolution and litigation team.

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation

ACCC’s ‘Little Black Book’

an amazingly compact resource that everyone should access.

q Computer scams are rife today.

q An Aqua Analytics technician using acoustic leak-detection technology.

Tall ship adventurer returns

By Thomas O’KEEFE

ADVENTURE upon the high seas has given one local young man a life-altering experience, as he sailed from Sydney to Brisbane aboard the STV Windeward Bound.

Kassian Sikora’s story featured in News Of The Area recently, this being his successful return from his inspirational tall-ship adventure, carrying priceless life experiences, and solidified values in teamwork, work ethic and mateship.

By unapologetically being who he is, Kassian prepared for the adventure by poring over the crew’s training manual, memorising concepts like watches, lines, and rigging, and then diving headfirst into the experience,

never once shirking nor shying from a job aboard.

“My husband and I had not a single worry about his capability to take on this adventure, with the exception of me worrying about seasickness,” Kassian’s mother, Renae, told NOTA.

“After the first time, you kinda get used to it, just time it and get on with it,” Kassian shrugged off the discomfort.

Kassian’s family have spent the time since his triumphant return from Brisbane being exuberantly regaled with unforgettable stories of dolphins off the bow, and giant jellyfish rising from the depths, sounding like a true sailor of the seas.

Of course, the importance of the various aspects of running a ship at sea were paramount in Kassian’s experience, as he

learnt the value of the chart room, reading the weather, and the countless types of knots and measurements, not to mention the utter necessity of a cleanly scrubbed deck.

The overall experience was tempered by perspective gained from feeling the world move at a different pace, hearing the ship move through the waves.

“His favourite job of all was being at the helm, singing sea shanties, no less!” Renae noted.

“We all knew he was quietly nervous when he set sail from Sydney, but the boy who returned, albeit tired, smelly, was another kid altogether.”

Hoping this won’t be a one-off experience, Kassian has declared his sincere desire to volunteer in the near future.

Bucketts Way upgrades at Limeburners Creek

By Thomas O’KEEFE

MIDCOAST Council has made attempts to improve the LGA’s reputation of having some of the worst roads in NSW, with two bridge upgrades along The Bucketts Way near Limeburners Creek.

Both the 80-year-old Limeburners Creek Bridge, and the similarly haggard Deep Creek Bridge, are set to be replaced.

“Limeburners Creek Bridge is part of Council’s focus on improving infrastructure across the region and is part of Stage 2 of The Bucketts Way Upgrade Project,” a Council spokesperson told NOTA.

The project involves two phases, which will see the new bridge built directly over the top of the existing one.

“This method of construction reduces the environmental impacts of the work and will minimise disruption to traffic flow along The Bucketts Way,” Council claims.

Motorists frequenting this stretch can only hope that the new bridge, which resembles something from colonial times, will not form the sole foundation of the new one.

Deep Creek Bridge, which currently exists as an ancient timber and concrete structure, will be demolished, to be replaced with a longer and wider modern concrete bridge, complete with new approaches.

“This is an important safety upgrade to this major connector route,” said MidCoast

Council’s Director of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, Rob Scott.

“We ask road users to be patient, and follow the reduced speed limits and other traffic control measures in place during the work.”

The Deep Creek project will involve a sealed side-track and one-lane temporary bridge constructed over the old one, necessitating “minor delays and a need to allow for extra travel time”.

Both important safety upgrades are expected to be complete in November, weather permitting.

These Bucketts Way works receive funding via the Australian Government's Roads of Strategic Importance initiative ($20 million contribution), with an additional $5 million dollar contribution from the NSW Government.

Motorists can stay up to date on these and more road and bridge works taking place across the MidCoast, by visiting www. livetraffic.com.

q Google Street View of Limeburners Creek Bridge, showing the degraded infrastructure (captured Dec 2022).

q Google Street View of Deep Creek Bridge. The old concrete and timber structure is wearing through (captured Dec 2022).

q Kassian and the crew aboard STV Windeward Bound.

q Kassian dockside, with the Windeward Bound and Darling Harbour behind.

More than tea and scones with the Bulahdelah CWA

By John SAHYOUN

THE Bulahdelah Country Women’s Association’s (CWA) Devonshire Tea mornings have always been popular, and last month’s event was certainly no different.

Crowds filled the CWA rooms in Wade Park to enjoy a cuppa and a chat while tucking into a plate of perfectly cooked scones with lashings of jam and cream.

The CWA members were joined by the Bulahdelah Central School Year 9 music class who provided entertainment during the morning.

“It was great to be able to support the local community and the scones were delicious,” class member Matthew Lee said.

“Performing in public also gave us the opportunity to improve our confidence and skills.”

But it is not just about the tea and scones for the CWA, as the organisation also provides vital community support.

Money raised from their regular Devonshire Teas, sale of produce and handicrafts and other fundraising events goes back into the community to support many worthwhile causes.

Amongst the many community organisations supported by the Bulahdelah CWA are the local schools and sporting clubs, the Uniting Church Youth Group, Court House Museum and Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

“When you purchase an item from our shop or when you enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea from our rooms, you are helping our fundraising efforts so that we can give back to our community,” Bulahdelah CWA Treasurer Belinda Myers Moore said.

“It assists us to support the things that are important to our community.”

The CWA Devonshire Teas are held on the last Wednesday of each month. All are welcome to attend and assist supporting the local organisations.

q Bulahdelah students entertaining the crowd.

q Bulahdelah Central School student Matthew Lee and CWA member Heather Lee enjoying a scone.

q Angela and Emily Bidgood enjoy a cuppa.

Bulahdelah shines while raising funds for cancer research

By John SAHYOUN

OVER May and June many areas are holding Biggest Morning Tea events to raise funds for cancer research.

In Bulahdelah, events were held recently at the Myall River Big4 Holiday Park, with participants coming from as far afield as Raymond Terrace, Tea Gardens and Melbourne, with many locals also getting onboard.

One of the largest Biggest Morning Teas in the MidCoast area, the Myall River Big4 Holiday Park event saw 74 eager visitors

munching on a delicious home-made morning tea prepared by 85-year-old Yvonne Skeffington.

In addition to the mouth-watering food on offer and a chance to catch up with friends, there were raffles with the prizes kindly donated by local businesses.

The event raised $2700, which included some substantial donations from businesses.

The organisers thank the generous donations of the venue, businesses and individuals who all gave their time and goods freely

to help make this event the success it was.

One in two Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85.

“Everybody knows someone who has had cancer or been affected by it,” said local coordinator Debbie Barton.

“The funds raised from morning tea events will help bring our society closer to a cancer free future.”

For more information on how you can be involved in this worthwhile endeavour, visit www. biggestmorningtea.com.au.

Tech Savvy Seniors workshops are back

TECH Savvy Seniors workshops are back at MidCoast Libraries during June.

Technology moves at an alarming pace and it can be easy to fall behind, so together

with the State Government, the State Library of NSW and Telstra, MidCoast Libraries are hosting Tech Savvy Seniors workshops during June.

The workshops are about

teaching seniors the basics of navigating their devices, including smartphones, tablets and laptops.

Participants just need to bring along their own charged device.

The experienced trainer will deliver face-to-face, oneon-one support to help you make the most of technology.

The training is free, but bookings are essential.

Either call your local

branch or ask the staff next time you visit.

When you book, we’d like to know the type of support you are after.

This will help to plan your training.

q A crowd enjoys the event.

Each session runs for 30 minutes, with dates and times available at various locations.

Tea Gardens Library - 14 June – 10am - 4.30pm Stroud Library - 27 June09.30am - 12pm

For a full list of locations visit www.midcoastlibraries. com.au

Forgotten years - Tamboi

By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

I MENTIONED in this week’s fishing article (below) that we visited the prawning village of Tamboi in the Myall Lakes.

Recorded history of the Tamboi site goes back to 1827 when the Australian Agricultural Company was granted one million acres around the Myall.

Part of that portion, including Tamboi, was returned to the Government during 1831.

In 1877 it was reported that Mr Dalton, owner of the steamboat ‘Waratah’, was working at Tamboi supervising dredging a channel designed to open up communication along the Myall River.

A 1911 Government booklet stated that “immense catches of fish are made on the lake by fishermen located at Tamboi…”.

Stinker’s Fishin’: A week to remember

By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

I’VE spent the last week with a friend visiting from Bunbury WA.

Thankfully my friend is keen on fishing and boating. Early in the week we took a trip up the Myall River with commercial fisherman Glyn ‘Glyno’ Tarrant to the historic prawning village of Tamboi.

What an experience.

Launching in Nelson Bay, on a perfect day, we motored across the port to Pindimar before travelling under the Singing Bridge to Tea

Gardens.

From Tea Gardens it’s about 30 to 40 minutes up the river to where the river empties into the Myall Lake system.

It is a trip that everyone should make.

The Myall River is famous for prawns that run out of the lakes into the river and are netted by commercial fishermen.

We watched as a couple of cracker bream were bounced up onto the bank by one of the prawners who was having a fishing break.

In the afternoon I introduced my friend to ‘Stinkpot’, my 11-foot tinny, which we launched off Fingal Beach before heading for the shallow reefs off the Outer Light.

In a bumpy sea we tossed unweighted yellowtail baits into the white water.

“Whammo!”.

Snapper to 6kg were keen to attack.

Hooking and landing the biggest fish of the day managed to overcome my friend’s nervousness at being in a little boat at sea.

A great day and a great week in Port Stephens.

It can be assumed that unregulated settlement was likely to have begun by 1910.

The fishermen were not only concerned with the mullet, bream, flathead and luderick - they were very interested in the prawns that were bred there.

It was not until about 1920 that the fishermen began to unravel the peculiar habits of the prawns.

As prawns had emerged as a lucrative resource a system had to be devised that would give all fishermen a fair chance to catch their share.

The Tamboi ‘Prawn Sale’ was developed and became an institution.

It was conducted in the palm shaded setting of the ‘Tamboi Town Hall’ – an old fishing hut that was slightly larger than a country outhouse.

q A Myall prawners hut with a net hanging out to dry.

q Bunbury visitor John Gliddon with his cracker 6kg snapper.

Skate park redesign winners

By Thomas O’KEEFE

COMMUNITY wins biggest, as the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA) announced the winners of the ‘Redesign the Skate Park Competition’ on Sunday, 4 June.

With 23 entries from local young people and children received, judges from the Worimi Aboriginal Reference Group and the Myall River Art Walk Group decided.

The winners are Melia Humfrey and Chiara

Williamson (ten years).

Chez Rand, local artist and Myall River Art Walk Group member, stated, “The winning designs answered the brief, both considering more than just skating equipment.”

HNTGPA President Bruce Murray told NOTA, “Melia’s entry was selected for its overall effort in visual design and the inclusion of all aspects, including the carpark, picnic areas, inclusive facilities, efficient lighting, and the skate park’s ramps and bowls.

“Chiara’s entry comprised excellent drawings, outlining the need for pet facilities, a community library, and an optional community canteen to operate on weekends.”

Judges were impressed by the depth of consideration in several entries, such as toilets, drink stations, ancillary facilities, and the

entertainment and comfort of parents and guardians.

Special recognition of detailed design and effort went to a joint-entry by local skaters, Jaxon Phillips (ten), Hunter Ridgway (eleven), and Tom Howarth (eleven), an innovative design including ramp specifications and layout, bowl and pipe

Meals on Wheels volunteers celebrated for contribution

By John SAHYOUN

MEALS on Wheels (MOW) has played a crucial role nationally in supporting the health and wellbeing of over 200,000 older Australians every year.

The organisation has a member network of over 590 service locations and has been operating for over 65 years.

Locally, Bulahdelah volunteers Glenn and Shirley Martin and Elaine Fittock were recently awarded certificates for their contribution.

Glenn and Shirley Martin have volunteered for fifteen years and Eliane Fittock for twenty.

The shared purpose of

this scheme is to support wellnourished, independent and connected communities through the delivery of a nutritious meal, social connection and a wellbeing check by the dedicated volunteer workforce.

“The most enjoyable part is just talking to people and they enjoy it too,” Mrs Fittock said.

“One lady once said she likes to chat rather than the meal!”

Meredyth Rae, Office Manager at Meals on Wheels’ Hawks Nest headquarters, told News Of The Area, “The Meals on Wheels motto is ‘More than just a meal' and ultimately our aim is to assist in allowing our elderly clients to

remain in their own home as long as possible.

“We don’t just drop meals, but we check on our customers’ welfare, have a chat, and may even help out with small requests such as posting a letter, or bringing the bin in!”

To be eligible for this service clients must be over 65, registered with My Aged Care or be on a Home Care Package.

My Aged Care can be contacted on 1800 200 422 and they can talk you through the process.

If you would like to volunteer for this valuable service, contact the office on 4997 0080 or email tghnmow@hotmail.com.

q A special award in recognition of detailed design and effort was awarded to a joint entry by local skaters Jaxon Phillips (ten years), Hunter Ridgway (eleven years), and Tom Howarth (eleven years).

illustrations, and activities for children’s needs at every age.

Special mention went to entries by Annie (eight), Eden (seven), Edith (eight), Lewis O’ Malley (eight), Ruby McKeough (five), Ruby Mullins (twelve), Sophie (five), Stella Mullins (ten), and Dylan O’Malley (six).

“The winners and special mentions will all be contacted by the HNTGPA for their prizes and certificates in acknowledgement of their

community service and care,” Mr Murray announced.

“In addition, all the entries will be incorporated into an updated Progress Association grant application for funds to upgrade the park, supported by other local service groups.

“Copies have also been provided to MidCoast Council to inform the draft Skatepark Strategy, which forms part of the draft Open Space and Recreation Strategy 20232035.”

q Great entry with a netball court by Laura Howarth (thirteen) - special mention.

q Winning entry by Chiara Williamson (ten) from Shearwater, Tea Gardens, included games like outdoor jenga and a community library.

q Ruby Mullins (twelve) design included ‘Aboriginal artwork’ and a need for a space to paint - special mention.

q Melia Humfrey’s winning entry – written submission.

q Melia Humfrey’s winning entry – visual concept.

q Glenn and Shirley Martin have volunteered with Meals on Wheels for fifteen years and Eliane Fittock for twenty.

Perfect Plates at The Garden Eatery

By Thomas O’KEEFE

CULINARY climaxes do not come much finer than the Creamy Garlic Chicken dish that The Garden Eatery at Tea Gardens Country Club has entered into the 2023 Perfect Plate Awards.

Run by Clubs NSW, the competition covers several categories and regions, and anyone can vote by purchasing the dish, scanning a QR-code, inputting some details and a receipt photo, while simultaneously entering the draw to win a $100 dining voucher, or a 'Foodie Getaway' for two worth up to $3,500.

Jenny, Ly, and the team at The Garden Eatery are back to win in 2023, after their inaugural entry last year, the delectable Mongolian Beef, won second place in the Hunter Valley Regional, and third among all Small Clubs state-wide, clearly punching well above their weight.

“We were very happy, and genuinely surprised, to win two awards last year,” Jenny told NOTA.

“It was the unwavering loyalty and support of the people in town that got us there.”

And this year’s dish?

“Fresh garlic and onion are sautéed until golden brown, white wine added, and slowly reduced to give it depth, with the cream,” described Ly, the designer of the dish.

“It is Ly’s own design this year, and we have great confidence in the artistry and quality that goes into the food,” Jenny told NOTA.

With a sauce that expertly harnesses the tang of garlic and tempers it with a creamy, French-inspired design, the dish is composed of copious precision-cut pieces of tender chicken, and a modest medley of vegetables.

Each element retains its identity, while also perfectly harmonising into the overall flavour, evoking a warm, welcome comfort, perfect for a chilly winter’s night, reminding you of the satisfaction of when things... just... work.

Although

Keep an eye out for this native animal

WITH winter upon us, MidCoast Council Senior Ecologist Mat Bell is urging

residents not to mistake a native animal for the pesky introduced house mouse

that may have entered homes looking for warmth.

Although the Brown

Antechinus looks much like the introduced pest – the house mouse, it is actually a native animal that has a number of characteristics that make it our friend rather than a foe.

“Unlike mice, this species is carnivorous and feeds on insects, spiders and centipedes,” Mr Bell said.

“It has been recorded eating small reptiles and other mammals, including the introduced, and troublesome house mouse.

“Brown Antechinus more commonly enter homes at the onset or during winter, where they seek warmth, shelter and additional food resources.

“So, it’s important to know the difference between the native marsupial and mice.”

Mr Bell said before jumping the gun and setting traps if you think

Community funding on offer from Essential Energy

By Thomas O’KEEFE

COMMUNITY members

across Essential Energy’s network footprint can now vote for their community groups to go in the draw for a chance to win part of a $250,000 funding pool, with Essential Energy’s fifth Community Choices Program.

The Essential Energy ‘footprint’ covers 95 percent of NSW, including the Myall Coast and surrounding regions, as well as parts of southern Queensland.

“We know there are many organisations across our footprint who have done it tough these past few years – with natural disasters and

COVID all impacting on their ability to raise invaluable funds – so we’re asking the community to choose a cause that counts and nominate them by Monday 26 June,” Essential Energy Community Relations Manager Raelene Myers told NOTA.

“The Community Choices program is open to registered

charities, not-for-profit and community groups such as CWAs, community halls, community centres, school P&Cs and sporting clubs with full criteria available on the Essential Energy website.

“This year we have increased funding to a total of $250,000 to be shared between eligible groups

The competition is now open for voting, ending 9 July, with a Country Club

your home is being invaded by mice it is important to double check it’s not our native, pest controlling friend.

“The quickest way to tell the difference between an antechinus and a house mouse is to look at the head,” he explained.

“The Antechinus has a pointier, long, narrow snout, whereas the house mouse has a blunt face and round nose.

“While mice and rats create a musky smell, Antechinus have no lingering odour.”

The species usually nests individually or in groups, in tree hollows, rock crevices and fallen logs.

Mr Bell said patience and tolerance was best when it came to dealing with the Antechinus and to co-exist where possible.

“It is very important to not deploy lethal traps for the Brown Antechinus,” he said.

“If you cannot tolerate

across 20 zones in our network footprint.

“This means $5,000 is now available to groups that get the most votes in their region, with the amounts for second and third place also increasing to $3,500 and $2,750 respectively,” Raelene explained.

Small communities, defined as populations fewer than 10,000, will also be able to nominate, with $1250 funding for the group with the most votes.

“Anyone can nominate

Members’ special including jasmine rice for just $25.

the noise and the droppings, the best approach is to borrow a live trap (such as an Elliott trap).

“These traps safely contain the Antechinus for relocation into a suitable natural area nearby.

“Please make sure that the release area has lots of trees with hollows, logs and other cover.

“You can also put up a nest box as an alternative place to shelter.

“Brown Antechinus require a vertically long nest box with a small entrance hole, so other animals can’t climb in.”

The species is well known for its breeding strategy which involves all males dying at about eleven months of age after a short, but intense, breeding cycle.

They die of stress, exhaustion and predation associated with reckless behaviour.

Females give birth to tiny fur-less young, which attach to teats in an open pouch on their belly.

a group to allow them to take part in the communityled voting for a share of the $250,000. “Once verified, the group can rally their supporters to vote for them from Monday 3 July,” Raelene added.

Nominations are open through to 5pm 26 June 2023, with Community voting open Monday 3 July and closed Monday 17 July 2023 at 5pm AEST. Visit essentialenergy.com. au/choices to learn more or register to make a nomination.

the Creamy

Garlic Chicken is guiltfree and sinless, one risks finding oneself digging in

with two spoons, indulging in the endorphin-inducing goodness.

q Dish creator Ly delivering to another satisfied customer.

q Creamy Garlic Chicken, the Perfect Plate dish entry from The Garden Eatery at Tea Gardens Country Club.

q Brown Antechinus commonly enter homes at the onset or during winter, where they seek warmth, shelter and additional food resources.

Expanding regional touring circuits for musicians

By Andrea FERRARI

IN a bid to empower and connect the music industry across regional NSW, MusicNSW has appointed five regional-based team members, with Ali Buckley’s territory including the Hunter and Mid North Coast.

The team’s remit is to deliver development opportunities and work to expand touring circuits across regional NSW, thanks to a four-year funding commitment by Create NSW.

Ali, who has managed her own regional arts consultancy for 20 years, is widely experienced in developing and producing projects across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors.

The program supports original live music and musicians seeking to develop their performance scope;

a cohort of local musicians who can benefit hugely from trusted industry advice to take them to their next level.

“We will be delivering a host of professional development workshops focused on touring,” Ali told News Of The Area.

“A lot of artists tend to play in their hometown.

“Getting out of their locality and going to another region, developing their audience can be pretty daunting.

“They don’t know the venues, they don’t know how to market themselves, they’re not known in that town… these are the things we will support them with.”

MusicNSW will support five regional tours across NSW using regional artists.

“We’re hoping that each of these tours will have at least three regional artists,”

Ali said.

Also on offer through the program are one-on-one mentoring sessions where artists can book in a half-hour consult to talk about such things as how to release their music and grant application support.

“Focusing on live, original music we support and connect artists with venues, promoters, media, anyone in the music industry that can help develop music touring.”

Ali shared the capabilities of a web tool on the MusicNSW website which facilitates connections for artists keen to expand their performance territory.

“The Regional Touring Network invites artists to tap in what their performance preferences are, such as ‘I want to play in cafes to a capacity of 120’,” Ali said.

“All the cafes across NSW

that meet that criteria come up; the artist can then search each venue and see what is offering, such as whether an engineer is available, if there’s a PA system, where’s the best place to eat or stay nearby and how many kilometers away it is so they can calculate their fuel for the journey.”

The Regional Touring Network categorises venues to help artists select the right performance place for them: including cafes, pubs and hotels, performance arts centres and theatres, community halls, festivals and outdoor spaces.

“Artists can sort through their chosen type of venue and their preferred performance capacity.

“It’s a really amazing tool,” she said.

“So what it means for musicians and artists is that

they’ve got me to talk to on any music industry related topics, especially supporting touring, which can include releasing their music, talking about having their music on Spotify, social media, how to approach a venue, and extensive resources online,” she said. Visit the ‘MusicNSW Mid

North Coast, Upper Hunter and Orana’ Facebook group. This is a group for artists, venues, promoters, managers and other music industry workers in the specified areas to connect, share local knowledge, and keep up-to-date with MusicNSW programs and other events.

Boaters urged to exercise caution during whale migration

By Marian SAMPSON

BOATERS on the Port Stephens coast are being advised not to get too close to whales as they make their annual trip north to warmer waters.

Multiple pods of humpbacks have been spotted off the coast from Sydney’s Royal National Park to Seal Rocks in recent days.

Photo opportunities have also been good from local shore based vantage points.

Migrating whales have been known to enter Port Stephens and have been sighted as far inland as

Soldiers Point.

Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex Barrell said boaters need to be aware of the marine mammals.

“As we are starting to see the whale migration along the NSW Coast, Marine Rescue is reminding boaters that there are rules and restrictions in place for the wellbeing of the animal but also the safety of boaters.

“Boaters are not to come within 100 metres of a whale or 300 metres of a whale and a calf.

“If a whale does surface near your vessel it is important that you cut your motors and slow down to a safe speed,” he said.

Commissioner Barrell is also reminding skippers

not to approach whales from behind or to wait in front of their path.

The Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner said no more than three vessels at a time should approach whales and skippers should wait their turn.

“There will be plenty of time to enjoy these magnificent creatures during the migration season.

“As always if you are heading out on the water to view the whales please make sure that you Log On and Log Off with your local Marine Rescue base either via the Marine Rescue app or over VHF marine radio Channel 16,” Commissioner Barrell said.

Marine Rescue NSW

is a volunteer based notfor-profit professional organisation dedicated to keeping boaters safe on the water and supporting local communities.

Travis Winks of Marine Rescue NSW told News Of The Area, “If a boater notices an entangled animal they should not approach or enter the water and attempt to disentangle it; instead they should call National Parks and Wildlife on 1300 072 757.

“The person making the report should also have details of the location and the direction that the entangled animal is travelling,” he said. The same applies to entangled dolphins and seals.

Red Cross offers Psychological First Aid

By Thomas O’KEEFE

EMERGENCY services cover a wide range of physical and mental hardships, and the Red Cross Emergency Services’ Psychological First Aid is no small part of the support offered.

Perhaps a lesser-known aspect of the global charity’s services, Psychological First Aid helps people deal emotionally and psychologically in times of crisis and need, and is a highly rewarding way to volunteer for community and society.

The Red Cross Emergency Services division offers help and human contact, because after the Queensland floods, or the NSW fires, those affected

needed much more than dry land and houses rebuilt, and during the COVID pandemic, many needed someone to check on their welfare.

“When Varroa forced the eradication of muchloved and prized bee hives, the bee-keepers needed someone to help them deal with a silent, personal loss,” local Red Cross volunteer Joanne Pearce told NOTA.

“Preparedness programs are also offered, such as the Pillowcase Project for primary children, to help them prepare a grab-bag for evacuation, as well as practicing strategies for managing emotions and staying calm.

“Redi-plan workshops are also designed as all-hazards planning, to assist people to

prepare for and reduce the personal disruption caused by emergencies,” Ms Pearce added to the list of training and preparations by which locals can better brave the next disaster.

Local Red Cross and other community group representatives are also engaged in outlining a plan for ‘community resilience’, to ensure that everyone is contactable and knows their safe routes when things go awry.

“It is an award-winning initiative to help small community groups build connections, identify preparation needs and create a phone-tree to stay informed and ensure everyone is safe,” Ms Pearce explained.

Psychological First Aid

q Red Cross Evacuation Centre volunteers Karen Markham, Jenny Kelly, and

Narelle Murray.

q Ali Buckley, Regional Music Officer at MusicNSW, who will be supporting original music makers across a region that includes the Hunter to help them grow their music business.

q A whale breaching off Port Stephens. Photo: Lisa Skeltons.

Courses are coming up in Hawks Nest/Tea Gardens on 24 June, for anyone interested in volunteering

with Red Cross Emergency Services, with later courses in the Hunter Region and online.

Contact Joanne Pearce on 0474 222 214 or joanne. pearce@proton.me for more information.

Hawks Nest Ladies Golf

By Elsa JONES

ON a crisp and sunny winter's morning, Monday 29 May, 2023, eight teams, namely Belmont, Pacific Dunes, Muree, Nelson Bay (x2), Waratah, Newcastle and Horizons came to play in their respective divisions for the final Pennants knockout. Div. 1 and Div. 2 were teams of 7, Div. 3 and Bronze were teams of 5.

Before setting out at 8.30 the visitors were treated to morning tea in the Hawks

Nest ladies locker room.

Hot drinks and munchies were much appreciated by all.

President Margaret Pearson from NHDLGA started all the teams off throughout the morning aided by their Captain Dominique Kelly, Vice Captain Wendy Williamson and Secretary Rosanna Rosso who took all official photos of each team on the day.

There was much praise from players about the great

condition our course was in.

On the day there was 1 bunker out of play on the 2nd and of course the shortened Par 3 on the 10th where renovations are taking place around the green.

Again all players were very happy to play on a dry course as many of the Newcastle courses have not been the best to play on after heavy rains.

Ladies enjoyed some hot food put on by the Hawks Nest Cafe as they came in and thanks go to Warren and crew, with minimum staff who kept 60 odd ladies fed and watered.

Winners on the day were, Div. 1 Horizons beat Newcastle

Div. 2 Nelson Bay beat Waratah

Div. 3 Muree beat Nelson Bay Bronze Div. Belmont beat Pacific Dunes

Congratulations go to every player as I believe the games were all very close.

A big thank you to the District Committee for running the event today, we were honored to host this years Pennants final.

A last thank you to all ladies from Hawks Nest who provided the morning tea, it was delicious and appreciated by all.

Tuesday 30th May 2BBB

Over the Field

1st Fran Henderson & Sharon Barwick 41 c/b

2nd June Biddle & Donna Gorton 41

3rd Colleen Inskip &

Susan Pritchard 39

Balls down to 34 c/b 2 balls per pair

Saturday 27th May

Stableford

Div. 1

1st J. Hammond 36

2nd C. Affleck 36

3rd K. Kim 34 c/b

Div. 2

1st S. Campton 37

2nd L. Crighton 35

Pymble

3rd B. Birmingham 31 c/b

Balls down to 31 c/b

N/T 10th G. Gillard

Hawks Nest Golf Club

Thursday night darts

By Brenda EDWARDS

RESULTS from Hawks Nest Golf Club Thursday night darts on 1st June.

Winner: Darren Rapley. Runner Up: Michael Russom.

Ladies Highest Score: Christine McKenzie-102. Mens Highest Score: John Edwards-140.

Darts are on every Thursday night, names in by 6.45 pm. Darts start 7pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy themselves. Darts are available for use on the night.

q District Committee: Dominique Kelly, Margaret Pearson, Wendy Williamson and Rosanna Rossi.

q Bronze winners Belmont: K. Sheargold, J. Powers, R. Lunn, L. Slade, K. Billington.

q Div. 3 winners Muree: J. Hazer, H. Atkins, W. Heapy, A. Hutchinson, N. Bettwaite.

q Div. 1 winners Horizons: A. Squires, D. Brander, T. Wood, J. Convoy, A. McClintock, L. Ramsey, J. Lawlor.

q Div. 2 winners Nelson Bay: F. Giudes, J. Baz, P. Kennedy, R. Fitzgerald, S. Dunn, L. Robertson, C.Walsh.

q Fran Henderson and Sharon Barwick, Tuesday 30 May Winners.

q Winner Darren Rapley and Runner Up Michael Russom.

Karuah Titans top Taekwondo Championship

By Thomas O’KEEFE

MASTERS from Karuah’s Titan Martial Arts have taken out one of the largest taekwondo events in Australia, from 22-23 April.

Held in Melbourne, the 3rd Global international Open Taekwondo Championships/United ITF Australian Titles brought together over 40 different schools Australia-

wide, with international contingents from countries like New Zealand and Nepal also competing.

In an Olympic-style medal tally, Titan Martial Arts, which featured fighters from its schools in Karuah, Raymond Terrace, Nelson Bay and Seaham, placed first overall, with ten gold, six silver and four

Hawks roast Magpies

By Thomas O’KEEFE

LIGHTNING speed

and thunderous thuds

punctuated the Tea Gardens Hawks’ grudge-match against the Gloucester Magpies at Myall Park on Saturday, 3 June.

The first converted try went to Gloucester, despite Benny’s best efforts zipping up and down the attack lines

Several debatable penalties against the Hawks occurred as they brought the ball near halfway, marring the first half with multiple interruptions to momentum, and the home crowd venting at the ref.

Gloucester’s second try came amid several airborne tackles, as brute force was liberally applied in both defences, but the next questionably ‘onside’ Gloucester run up the wing was dragged into touch.

Ref-heckling approached fever pitch, egged on by rapidly accumulating penalty calls

(more than a dozen) against the Hawks, climaxing with the referee’s uprooting by a tackled Magpie, crucially crippling the Hawks’ momentum.

Following intense half-time huddles with testosterone detectable on the sidelines, the second half eclipsed the first in every possible way.

Aiden Bills intercepted on the wing, ran 80

metres and scored before Gloucester knew what hit ‘em, then converted his own try.

Gloucester’s counteroffensive scored, but Bills’ identical play got another try, converting his own a second time.

Presently, the Hawks’ ferocious offence featured Ryan Saunders’ placement kick allowing Brendan Robinson to score, Bills

bronze medals, and a grand total of 46 points at the top of the ladder.

Among the top medal winners were Elektra Mills, who won Gold for Adult Team Patterns, Silver for Patterns and Bronze for Sparring.

Cathryn Page, Titan’s Karuah Branch Manager, won two Gold medals, for Adult Women’s Sparring and Adult Teams Pattern.

As a result of the team’s success, Coach/ Chief instructor Michael Omay was inducted into the International Taekwondo Federation Hall of Fame by Master Michael Muleta.

“Taekwondo is my passion, it makes me feel like who I really am,” Cathryn Page, who has more than fifteen years of martial arts and holds a first degree black-belt, told News Of The Area.

“It is such an enlightening experience, meeting likeminded people, you share a passion, learn what you are made of,” Ms Page described the event, adding, “I would encourage anyone to give it a go.”

Ms Page has also trained in the arts at Bulahdelah, and the school has classes across the region, including Minmi and Anna Bay.

q Gloucester’s desperate defence failed again with another Hawks’ try.

converting successfully, again.

Hawks’ fourth try came as a father-son dream play, with Ryan Saunders passing setting up son Shaqueil for a try in his debut game.

Gloucester’s botched ‘10 metre kickoff’ gave the Hawks immediate possession, leading to Shaqueil passing a setup to

Two untimely Gloucester fumbles ensured Hawks’ possession, with their sixth try to Robinson (again), converted by Bills (again).

Gloucester hit back desperately to score the board now 10 points apart with 10 minutes left.

Reece

try (seventh for the Hawks) sealed the deal, with a sixth successful conversion by Bills.

The Full-Time score of 40-24 reflected the amazing effort by all, and Aiden Bills now sits as the top try-scorer in the league.

q Team Titan Martial Arts.

q Elektra Mills and Cathryn Page both won multiple medals at the Championships.

q Master Michael Muleta inducting Titan’s Michael Omay (right) into the Hall of Fame.

q Aiden Bills kicks his 6th successful conversion of the game.

James ‘The Quoll’ Saunders for the fifth Hawks try.

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The Write Direction

By John BLACKBOURN

Living with numbers

INTERESTING but potentially alarming numbers came across my desk this week.

I think they will be of particular interest to all the oldies who are living in the MidCoast region of NSW.

If you are aged between 77 years and 93 years, being born in the sixteen years of World War 2 vintage between 1930 and 1946, you now belong to a very select group of individuals who now represent one percent of Australia’s population.

This was the time we were coming out of the Great Depression; a period made even worse by below rainfall years producing really tough times for our farmers.

However it was the start of the great economic revival for Australia and all those who toiled within it.

Many of these people were returned

soldiers, sailors and airmen returning from the war and needing land to get back into farming.

Occupation was also vital for the rest of our population, who needed to get living again with peace returning to our shores.

They enjoyed building a manufacturing economy as we transitioned from war effort to peacetime needs to feed and house our population.

The motor vehicle industry got going with government assistance.

The need for power saw new coal mines started and older ones reconfigured with improved machinery to make them more efficient.

The ‘50s saw the price of wool reach one pound of money per pound of wool weight sold.

Try to work out those numbers in today’s scale of decimal currency and weights and measures.

It was a time in Australia when everyone out there was having a go to better themselves financially in order to look after their families and increase their prospects by seeking better education.

Of course that led to an increase in our population as prosperity returned.

Those who were war time babies have lived through some fantastic times with unlimited opportunity, which all started in times of depression and international bitter

DEAR Jasminda,

When washing my 18-year-old and 20-year-old's clothes, I frequently come across other items that neither own.

These items have been left at our place by their friends.

Last week I did eight loads of washing, which seems ridiculous.

How can I encourage these kids to take their clothes with them?

Katherine W.

Dear Katherine, OKAY, there are a couple of problems here so let's deal with the most glaring one first. Why are you still washing your adult children's clothes?

In this privileged country, washing

conflict.

Those people are now statistically the one percenters and should be extremely proud of their achievements; bouncing back from dreadful times and making it.

Another set of numbers we need to be aware of in today’s economy is that of unemployment and job vacancies and compare that to the lives of the one percenters.

Our unemployment rate last month was 3.7 percent, a slight increase from the month before at 3.5 percent.

This translates to 528,000 people receiving financial benefits.

The bit that worries me is that we have listed job vacancies of 438,000 - as close to full employment as any economy is ever able to achieve.

The normally accepted rate for unemployment in this country and virtually every stable economy was 5 percent, so we are miles ahead of that normal position.

This then asks the question, why have 80 percent of those currently unemployed not accepted one of those positions available?

Is it now acceptable to coast along happily with the government and taxpayers picking up the cost?

There is clear evidence that a percentage of the unemployed prefer to live in a

Local work experience students learn the trade

By John SAHYOUN

WORK experience provides a valuable opportunity for students to gain new skills and try out future employment opportunities in local businesses.

Work experience is offered to students over the age of fourteen at local high schools.

Careers Advisor at Bulahdelah Central School, Linda Drenkhahn told News Of The Area, “Work experience gives students the opportunity to try a job or career they are interested in pursuing in the future, complete a trial for an employer who is considering engaging a trainee or apprentice, and develop life and employability skills such as initiative, personal presentation, communication skills and self management.

“Students can complete work experience one day per week over a period of time or in a one or two week block.

“Students are required to complete a work readiness activity which includes basic

WHS and to demonstrate that they have the basic knowledge and skills around employer expectations.”

Year 11 Bulahdelah Central School student Jaymii Ray is currently completing one day a week at a local business.

“This has been a lifetime experience,” said Jaymii.

“It’s been helpful meeting so many people and helped me understand my life and I have learnt many new things.

“Celina is the best boss there is.”

Jaymii’s employer, Celina Buttig of ‘Mr Ben and the Weasel’, also found the experience valuable.

“I think it’s great to give local kids the opportunity to work in local businesses,” said Celina.

“It certainly helps and keeps me on my toes and it’s really great having an extra person to help out.

“Jaymii has been learning many new skills and being a valuable employee.”

clothes is as simple as adding them to a machine, taking them out when it beeps at you, and hanging them on the line.

It's not as though we have to handwash our clothes in a tub with a cake of soap and then wring them out before hanging them on tree limbs.

Clothes washing is a very simple task for your children, and one they will need to know when they leave home (which yours will never do because you've made life too easy for them).

The second problem relates to the first.

I have a strong suspicion that your children's friends have to wash their own clothes and so they are simply leaving items at your home, knowing that when they next visit, their jackets and jumpers and socks will be lovingly folded and smelling like jasmine because you've assumed ownership of a job that isn't your responsibility.

In future, wash your own clothes and put everyone else's in a basket and place it back in their room for them to deal with.

They'll soon get the message and the washing will be reduced down to something more manageable, along with your blood pressure.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

comfortable climate.

They move from the overpopulated cities where these vacant positions exist to a beach location or rural environment where the requirement for additional staff is not nearly so pressing, thus are able to receive the benefits whilst enjoying a more convenient lifestyle and usually a lower cost of living.

Yes of course there are many genuine people out there who for a number of reasons are not able to work.

We assume they are the 100,000 people difference between those unemployed and the number of available jobs.

But we have quite obviously some 400,000 people who prefer not to work for a living.

The one percenters this article talks about should show every Australian the courage and ability of that group to bounce back and shape up despite the shocking start they endured.

Compare their wonderful achievements in much tougher times to those who enjoy the fruits of their efforts with the new view of just coasting along in a comfortable environment created by those wonderful one percenters.

READING by Lynne Miles: Proverbs 30: 5 "Every Word of God is pure, flawless. He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him."

Other students are currently engaged in work experience at an automated dairy and others are looking to go out locally and as far

q Jaymii Ray learning about customer service with Celina Buttig.

as Taronga Zoo and the Australian Wildlife Park on the Central Coast later this year.

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Tea Gardens Soccer Club Results

By Shayne REYNOLDS

THIS week we had games played from round 6 of our local draw in a lovely sunny winters’ day.

In the Minis’, game 1 refereed by George Cassan saw the Karuah RSL Lofty Cranes Shovelnose Sharks score 6 to the Karuah RSL Wobbegong Sharks 3.

George also refereed game 2 where the Lofty Cranes Shovelnose Sharks bag 2 goals to the Aussie Roofing & Guttering Reef Sharks 7. Both games were real crowd pleasers with all onlookers and

parents applauding the kids for their efforts.

Our popular “Ice Cream Shack Player of the Day” vouchers were awarded to Indi Cook, Walter Ridgeway, Blake Phillips and Koa Brookhouse.

Game 1 In the Midis’ grade was a close battle between Ray White Real Estate Bull Sharks and the Boatshed Café’ Mako Sharks.

The end score was Bulls 7 to Makos’ 6. Thanks to Andrew McCormack for volunteering to referee this one.

In game 2 refereed by Lily

Fidden, it was a real tough tussle between Tea Gardens Auto Electrics Hammerhead Sharks and the Rapley Builders Grey Nurse Sharks.

The game ended in a draw 5/5.

Well deserved “Hook N Cook Player of The Day’ vouchers presented to Lewis O’Malley, Nelson Ford, Blaire Ralphs and Lucy Laver.

The Juniors game between the Sudz Laundry Tiger Sharks and the Hawks Nest Golf Club Thresher Sharks saw the Tigers get their noses in front 4 to 3. Thanks to Ross Fidden for stepping up to referee the game for us.

Congratulations to Maggie

Moore and Hannah Price, the proud recipients of our “Hook N Cook Player of the Day Vouchers”.

The winner of our “Tea Gardens Hotel Half Time Raffle Voucher” was Jim, and the “Mumms on Myall Midday Raffle Voucher” went to Sean.

A big shout out to our parent helpers, senior players for refereeing and volunteers for coming together to make our game days a success.

Next game day is Saturday 17 June due to the long weekend.

Hot dogs will be available at our canteen for a special treat!

GAMES START 9am SATURDAYS, EVERYONE WELCOME.

Grab a cuppa, and a hot BBQ breaky from our canteen and support your local kids.

Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club News

By John SLATER

31 MAY

This week's bowls was sponsored by Tea Gardens Auto Care.

The usual Wednesday Nominated Triples played host to 40 players on the greens.

Both games were decided by the Highest winning score.

The morning game was won by Alan Greenhalgh, Col Amos, and Mark Hair with a score of 19.

The afternoon game was won by Rick Islaub, Geoffery Muggleton and Dennis Ashbridge with a score of 18.

The Garden Eatery voucher was won by John Yabsley.

Our thanks to the Garden Eatery for sponsoring this voucher.

3 June

A near perfect day for bowls and players participating in the semi-final of the Club Mixed Pairs competition appreciated the playing conditions.

Ron and Karen Green were opposed to Mark and Lyn Nightingale and John Slater and Dorothy Dallas were to play David Perry and Bette Saillard.

Ron and Karen are running into some form after some impressive wins in earlier rounds.

Mark and Lyn also had some good, but close wins to see them through so it was always going to be an interesting match.

However, Ron and Karen continued their great form defeating Mark and Lyn 25-10.

In the remaining semi-final, Dorothy and John sped away in the initial stages and had established a good lead at the 12th end.

It was not enough to ward off the fast-finishing Bette and David who won the last 6 ends and the match 19-16.

4 June

Overcast skies today with a little rain and a brisk southeasterly breeze greeted the finalists for the Club Mixed Pairs competition.

Ron and Karen Green were taking on David Perry and Bette Saillard for the title.

Dave and Bette were away well but it was short lived once Karen and Ron found their line and length.

Karen was outstanding in her

lead role and the early deficit was soon reigned in and the “Green Machine” went into overdrive. They established an unassailable lead that was not threatened for the remainder of the match.

They eventually ran out comfortable winners 19-14.

Congratulations to the Club Mixed Pairs champions for 2023/2024 are Karen and Ron

Green, and to all the players who competed in the competition.

Numbers for Sunday bowls had been down a little during the Pennant season, but they are now back again in full force with a good turnout today.

Members welcomed a new player, Vicki McMillan.

Hopefully, many happy years of bowling for you Vicki. In other news.

Nomination are now open for the Club Major Pairs commence on Saturday 1st July.

All players and reserves who nominated for or competed in the open-gender Pennant season are invited to a Pennant Bash luncheon is on Saturday 17th June, 12 noon in the bistro.

There will be a novelty game of bowls prior to lunch starting around 10am.

Hawks Nest Lady Veterans Golf Competition

q Karen and Ron Green with runners-up Dave Perry and Bette Saillard.

Lady Hawks Fly

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the odd Glendale breakout to their backlines.

The Hawks’ defence even started to get a bit physical, as the Gorillas’ apparent ‘tag-avoidance’ strategy involved launching themselves into the air to try to jump the defensive lines.

The Hawks stopped several Glendale girls from breaking through, in some cases their defence was so close that opposition players lost

both tags at once.

The Hawks’ powerful attack was finally rewarded when Chloe Tito landed her first try of the game, successfully converted by Lakeia Saunders.

Glendale hit back hard after that, but the Hawks held fast as the half-time siren sounded.

As the second half got underway, the Lady Hawks’ resolve to keep and advance their lead was clear, as was their thirst for a first win this season.

Mere minutes in, a second try was grounded

Myall Coast

By Tony SMITH

1/06/2023. 2BBB

STABLEFORD.

1. Stephen McDermott & Patrick

Vets

Garland 45

2. Paul Jackson & Jim Rutter 44 c/b

3. Ken Hill & Robert Liubinskas 44

Tea Gardens Women's Bowling Club

By lynda RICHARDS

TUESDAY 30th May: Social bowls played 2 games of 3 bowls Triples and 2 games of Pairs all games 18 ends. An interesting contest between Precy Swaddling, Lorraine Murphy and Deyonne Page v Carolyn Fredericks, Dawn Jones and Pat Baker. These teams were very evenly

matched to start with on the 9th end Pat’s team held a 1 shot lead 6 v 5, from here on they took control and over the next 4 ends gained 6 points now ahead by 6 shots 12 v 6. Deyonne’s ladies didn’t give up winning the next 5 ends and claiming victory 15 v 12. A similar tale on the next rink Christine Gray (visitor), Lynne Green

and Ingrid Luck were 6 all on the 9th end bowling against Loretta Baker, Lyn Nightingale and Dale Winter Ingrid’s side didn’t add to their tally over the next 6 ends, Dale’s team adding 11 to their score, 17 v 6. Dale’s team ultimately winning 21 v 13. Once again another “comeback story” by the 11th end Judi Polak and Robyn Beaumont were down 8 shots 6 v Sheril Johnson and Judy McGavock 14.

by Chloe Tito, successfully converted by Treznae Wolter.

Fantastic footwork and dodging by Abbey Fenner, Sara Galea, Taylah Cooke and Shian Perry led to several strikes at the line, culminating in a formidable domination of the ball by

the Lady Hawks. Further tag-avoidance manoeuvres paralleled a ballet of sorts, as the girls leapt and twirled through the opposition’s lines.

Glendale closed ranks in the end, scoring a consolation try in the fourth-last minute, but

unable to convert. The final siren was like a song for the ecstatic Lady Hawks, as they jubilantly celebrated their first win, and rightly so after a hard-won victory like this one.

Bulahdelah Golf Club News

By Thora-Lou SMITH

12 VETS played a 2BBB stableford multiplier on Wednesday May 31st, and the winners were W.Pollard & K.Hughes with 70pts. Individual winner was W.Pollard with 37pts. NTPs were W.Pollard and M.Bramble. Great golfing, Wayne!

Thursday June 1st was the ladies’ Annual Open

Sheril and Judy with just 3 ends left to bowl were now 9 shots ahead, the last 3 ends were won by Judi and Robyn adding 8 points to their score ultimately just losing by 1 shot 17 v 16. Christine Fossey and Lynda Richards were still in with a chance by the 8th end but from here on the game belonged to Dawn May and Jean Glover winners here by 13 shots 28 v 15. The winners on the day winning with the lowest score were Precy, Lorraine and Deyonne. The raffle was won by Judi Polak thanks to The

Day and we welcomed 44 ladies to our course from 8 Clubs. The course was heavy, but the weather was kind and the Chinese lunch and afternoon tea superb! The Div.1 winners were Rhonda Longfield, Kerri-Lee Edwards and Christine George. Div.2 winners were Jo Panada, Meryl Reinhard and Margaret Wynter. Cindy Gough won the Scratch Score over the field. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to the many helpers who made the day a great success.

Garden Eatery for donating the raffle prize.

Thursday 1st June: Format for bowls 3 games of Fours 12 ends Lynda Richards playing “swinger Lead”. A win for Jane Uff, Maureen Campbell, Dot Dallas and Lynne Green

13 v Precy Swaddling, Lyn Nightingale, Bev Dunn and Pat Baker 5. Lorraine Murphy, Judi Polak, Kathie Rimmer and Robyn Webster started strongly and continued to bowl well by the 3rd end they were 9 Deb Gardner, Carol Hayden,

Saturday June 3rd was a beautiful sunny day and the event was a Single Stableford. The winner was M.Sakalis with 34pts from B.Sorbello with 33pts on a c/b from D.Johnston. Ladies’ winner was B.Gordon with 34pts from T-L.Smith with 32pts. NTPs were M.Bramble and M.Sakalis. Long drivers were J.Small, P.Cheers, M.Sakalis and T-L.Smith. D.Shultz won the $29 Jackpot.

Sue Morris and Dale Winter 0. Robyn’s team eventually winning by 15 shots 19 v 4. Lynda Richards, Pam Gilchrist, Ingrid Luck and Deyonne Page 11 v Lynda, Dorothy Thompson, Jean Glover and Karen Green 8.

Coming Events: Thursday 8th June Bring a Friend to Bowls Day Combined with the Biggest Morning Tea and Golden Oldies. Morning tea will be provided prior to a game of bowls then lunch and raffles. All money raised will be donated to the Cancer Council.

4. Barry Collins & Keith Harrap 43 c/b

5. Dick Gibson & Bob Peters 43 c/b Balls to 38.

q Chloe Tito grounded the ball right between the posts.

q Fast and fancy footwork is the order in the Ladies Tag League.

PUZZLES

BIG CROSSWORD SOLUTIONS

SUDOKU

Sudoku is an 81 square number grid with nine blocks each containing nine cells. To solve the puzzle, all the blank cells must be filled in using numbers from 1 to 9. Each number can only appear once in each row, column and in the nine 3x3 blocks.

4. One bird is flying in the opposite direction. 5. There is one less twig in the bird’s beak. SUM SOLVER: 1.

NEWS OF THE AREA

THE RIGHT TABLE SHOW TIDAL VARIATIONS AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS

The time variation should be added to the corresponding Fort Denison time. In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated.

8x2+2=18. 2. 3x7-2=19. 3. 5+5x2=20.

Death Notice

BENTLEY, Noela Mary of Oatley West / Tea Gardens

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 27 May 2023. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Wesley. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jill and Peter, and Heather. Much loved Nanna and Great Grandmother of Kylie, Jamie, Josh, Millie, Monty, Arlo and Bon. Noela will be sadly missed by her loving family and many dear friends.

Aged 98 Years

A private family service will be held.

Public Notices

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. 0415 419 741 mail@kmyc.net.au Finduson Facebook

Tea Gardens Car Rentals

Daily/Weekly/Monthly 0408 029 735

TEA GARDENS COUNTRY CLUB

MEN’S BOWLING CLUB

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Of All Full Bowling Members

SUNDAY 25TH JUNE 2023

COMMENCING 10AM at TEA GARDENS COUNTRY CLUB

War Medals

Top prices paid by local collector. Call Jim 0400 060 215

Donated

Massage

PROFESSIONAL

Massage, visit your home or motel

Male or Female very welcome. $150 per hr

Ph: 0434 345 500 e290623

REMEDIAL and Reflex Massage at Raymond Terrace. Seniors

Discount & Health funds available. Ph Kathy or John 0414 408 635

Found

FOUND mobile phone Apple, near cnr Parks + Dowling, noon Wed 17/05, Phone Dennis 0416 750 729 f250523

Garage Sale

96 TALLEAN Rd Nelson Bay, Sat 10th

8am. Tools, bikes, books toys, and garden!

Wanted to Buy

2.W.D Tray back Ute, rego, lower end of market, farm use

Ph Geoff 0418 436 856

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For Sale

2 cream leather two seater lounges. $500 each or both for $900 exc cond. 0400 955 778

3 OROTON evening purses, collectables from the 1970s, converts from should strap to clutch beautiful cond. Like new Best offers. 49817523

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

32” TV with remote, all working, no damage $99. Ph: 0493 078 190

4 BURNER/side burner bottle with safety valve plus cover & accessories Little body rust. $50 (for breast cancer research) MEDOWIE 4982 9942

AIR Fryer as new. White Mistral 10 litre. Suit family $50 Ph: 0412083543

BBQ, 2 burner, VGC hardly used inc gas bottle, on wheels $110 0427 980 079

Wanted to Rent

CARPORT Nelson Bay Shoal Bay. Long term Ph 0418 666 659

Free

BIRD Aviary

1.6mW x 1.6mL x 2mH

Pickup at Tanibla Bay

Ph: 0431 925 843

BIKE helmet with visor, mens size, older style, metal casing white exterior, fully padded. 49817523

BUILDING materials for free. Approx 100 terracotta roof tiles VGC Reinforced timber gate 4ft6” square. Some hardwood timber. Pickup 21 Hunter Street Raymond Terrace

MATTRESS topper for Double bed. FREE Medowie 4982 9942 f080623

Become

TWO 2 seater fabric lounges plum colour good condition. Tea Gardens. P/up only 0425 234 324

Birds

PAIR of Grass parrots, male is Opaline, hen is Cinnamon. $100

Ph: 0477 787 016

For Sale

CURLING wands x 3

Near new. Big curl small curl, and crimper Separately $10 each

Ph: 0457 087 178 F160223

DOLPHINS ornamental from 60cm to 4cm. Ph 0466 880 639

DRESS, New, Short Sleeve, Golden Blue Marble print Size M / Maxi Length Light weight & lined $ 50. 0427 818 294 F230223

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 F180822

ELECTRIC Saw Black & Decker $50

Ph: 4997 0611

ELECTRIC Heaters

1 Electric 700mm x 360mm 2000 watts

1 Oil filled 2400 watts $40 for both. Please ring 0404 724 347 F020622

For Sale

GOOD antique Queen Anne dressing table with mirror $60

Ph 0429 601 039

HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable Computer shelving

$60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155

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

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

MASSEY Ferguson

35 Petrol tractor, good motor and tyres some attachments. $5,500 ono

Ph: 0431 686 185

MASSAGE Table $100. 0407 267 152 f180523

MIRROR Large oval with chain $15. Small oval with frame $20

Ph: 0487 015 730

MOBILE phone ZTE excellent cond. $100 0457 087 178 F090323

For Sale

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

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

SALON hair dryer, new $20. 0457 087 178

SOFA Bed Floral linen fabric $80 0407 915 768 F300323

SOFA Bed. Very good cond, hardly used but older style. $50. 4982 2335

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

For Sale

WALKING Machine electric, Proflex Elite near new. $100 Ph: 4997 9313

WHEELCHAIR, small self propelled, older version. $65. 0414 408 803

WELLINGTON boots as new size 10 $25 4997 0611

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

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 F130423

MOBILITY Scooter 4 wheel. Good cond. with front basket, rear bag and charger. $1200 Free delivery Ph: 0418 430 643

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

WOMENS new coat medium to large, wool worth $120, sell $50 0457 087 178

BLACK Pepper quilted Microfibre Jacket. Winter white Size 18-20 $60

Ph: 0412083543

BICYCLES Girls and boys, VGC $20 each Ph: 4982 8628

COCA Cola sign in wooden and glass frame 40cmx30cm $25 Coca Cola mens red shirt with signage size XL $10 3 tow balls, 2 large heavy metal shackles. Best offer. Ph 4981 7523.

COSMOPOLITAN Travelling port, half price, $85 used once 4982 6443

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

CPAP Machine ResMed AirSense 10 AutoSet with integrated Humidifier. Serviced regularly by Ansteys $400 0418 950 995

EUROPEAN 2 x Single (can be double) adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses VGC $400 both PH: 4997 9797

F2 Wave 8.4 windsurfer & fin, Mennem brand 8.5 litres VGC. $99. 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens F230223

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.

GOLF or Shopping Scooter, 4 wheel drive 2sp Lotus Blake Tycoon AZ36. Can be fully disassembled $2,750 ono. 4997 0435

GOLF set leather bag, Slazenger cart woods steels extras. $250. Ph 0476 789 721

GOLFING accessories

Golf balls - around 100? 20 cents each

Golf buggy $25 Clubs and drives $2 each. Ph: 4982 2335

NEAR new motor cycle helmet . Size XL. Aeroblade 3 Kabuto Japan. $99 Peter 0419932992

NEW Mobility Scooter 50AH batteries delivered and installed Newcastle and surrounding areas. $490 a pair 0418 430 643

NEW 5L water jug with tap. $15.00 Call 0493 078 190 F230323

OVER bed patient table Timber laminate & white $40. Ph: 4982 2335 F300323

PARRAMATTA

Eels large framed autographed club jersey 2001, 90cmW x 105cmL personally custom made Beautiful piece $875ono

Ph: 4981 7523 ReS160223

$25. 0413 023 296

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

Ph 0415 353 798 F260123

SPARE Wheel for boat trailer, with tyre $100. 0419 985 601 f080623

SWAG King single with mattress $100 0419 985 601

TEAK Bookcase $200ono 0407 267 152

TENS Machine still in box. $10. 4982 2335

TENT Pegs 5 x Large heavy galvanised metal In unopened package 8mmx300mm $10 Ph: 4981 7523

TOW hitch clamp

SCA brand new $15

Ph: 0493 078 190

TREADMILL

In good cond. $350 0418 166 227

TV Corner cabinet

Shelving underneath 2 door unit, on wheels

100cm W x 60cm H 65cm L. $50. 4981 7523 F090223

WALKER as new cond Only used 3 times. $100 Ph: 4982 0778

Boats

TINNY 3.1m car topper 8HP Merc. Gal. Folding trailer. Good condition No Rego. $2800 ono Ph 0427 224 744

2006 SUPREME Territory 16ft pop top all terrain caravan. Top cond. ALL inclusions Annex, Solar panels etc. R20029. Asking $25,000ono 02 4997 0456 e080623

Motors

BEAM hanging racks pair, powder coated steel grey and rubber Suits use with bicycles or ladders. Never used $50. 0408 431 488 F250523 PLACE

2017 Silver Holden Captiva LTZ, under 69,000kms. One owner excellent condition and manufacturer’s service history. $25,000 Rego CN94JW Ph: 0403 094 397 e090623

Servicing Hawks Nest, Tea Gardens, Karuah, and the North Port Stephens area.

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BEST ON THE BOX

SUNDAY THE KINGDOM

SBS, 7.30pm

Marc Fennell gets personal in this eye-opening feature-length documentary. After Framed and Stuff the British Stole, the award-winning journalist, who possesses a knack for capturing both the dark and light side of difficult matters, delves into the controversial, far-reaching church of Hillsong. Fennell was a member of the mega church as a child; he shares his complicated and emotional story as he homes in on the organisation’s misdeeds and fall from grace. He chats to current and former believers, investigating what the future holds for Pentecostal religion and who will take Hillsong’s place, in the shadow of bullying, abuse and financial mismanagement.

FRIDAY, June 9

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Hannah Moloney grafts plums.

8.30 Smother. (Mal) With Elaine in hospital, Anna and Jenny search her home for a phone that might link her to Grace’s death.

9.25 Utopia. (PG, R) A freeway project is delayed.

MONDAY HAVE YOU BEEN PAYING ATTENTION?

TEN, 8.40pm

For the past decade, this lighthearted homegrown quiz show has been instrumental in shooing away those pesky Monday blues. A loose look at the events and news of the past week, it’s a reliable vehicle for panellists Ed Kavalee’s juvenile quips and Sam Pang’s caustic wit. Along with host Tom Gleisner (right) playing their good-natured punching bag, the giggles are effortless and free flowing. Tonight, the team is joined by veteran funnyman Tony Martin ( D-Generation) and two rising stars of stand-up, the deadpan Emma Holland and nonchalant Alex Ward, to see who can press that buzzer with the right – or hilariously wrong – answer.

WEDNESDAY SO HELP ME TODD

TEN, 9.40pm

Starring a playful Mystic dramedy errs on the side of eclectic. The fun premise sees Gay Harden play

fastidious lawyer Margaret, who invites comical capers and eye-opening situations into her law firm when she hires her free-wheeling, laid-back son Todd (Skylar Astin, Pitch Perfect, above) as an in-house investigator. The mother-and-son dynamic is mined for laughs and the pair bounce pleasingly off each other. Blending murder mystery, legal drama and comedy and pathos, you can expect the unexpected. In tonight’s premiere, Margaret and Todd are estranged, but are forced to put their differences aside when a loved one goes missing.

1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

(R)

Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 ICC World Test Championship: Pre-Game.

7.30 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 3. Morning session.

9.30 ICC World Test Championship: The Lunch Break.

10.10 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 3. Afternoon session.

12.10 ICC World Test Championship: Tea Break.

12.30 Cricket. ICC World Test C’ship. Final. Australia v India. Day 3. Late afternoon session. 3.00 Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 15. Manly Sea Eagles v Dolphins.

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

10.40 MOVIE: No Escape. (2015, MA15+alv, R) A family is caught in a coup. Owen Wilson, Lake Bell.

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. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGal) In a frenzied mass rescue, lifeguards search for a student who did not make it back to the beach.

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ma, R) Graham Norton is joined on the red couch for a chat by actors Michelle Yeoh, Austin Butler and Jack Lowden, and dancer Ashley Banjo. Mimi Webb performs her single RedFlags

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY, June 10

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30

Smother. (Mal, R) 1.20 Miniseries: The North Water. (MA15+lv, R) 2.15 The Durrells. (PG, R) 3.05 Brian Cox: Life Of A Universe. (R)

3.55 Landline. (R) 4.25 Designing A Legacy (2023) (PG, R) 5.25 Dolphins: Is Our Love Too Deep? (PG, R)

6.20 The ABC Of... (PG, R)

6.50 Bluey. (R) Bingo and Lila play on a new waterslide.

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

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (Ma) A government minister’s secretary is murdered.

8.15 Vera. (Mav, R) Almost a decade after a killer was convicted, locals are shocked to learn new evidence has surfaced.

9.50 Miniseries: The North Water. (Final, MA15+alv) Part 5 of 5.

10.45 Ragdoll. (MA15+av)

11.35 The Messenger. (Malsv, R)

12.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

SUNDAY, June 11

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PG, R) 3.25 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R)

4.10 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 5.00 Art Works.

5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Designing A Legacy (2023) (PG) Part 2 of 2.

8.30 Silent Witness. (Malv) When a woman confesses to murdering her husband, the team tries to determine if all is as it seems.

9.35 The Messenger. (Mal)

10.25 In Limbo. (Mals, R)

10.55 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+hv, R)

11.40 Mayfair Witches. (Mav, R)

12.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 The Heights. (PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Growing A Greener World. 10.10 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals. (Premiere, PG) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 11.30 Travel Quest. (Premiere) 12.00 WorldWatch.

2.00 Gymnastics. Artistic World Challenge Cup series. Round 1. H’lights. 4.30 Journey Through Albania. (R) 5.40 Weeks Of War. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor. (PG)

8.25 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (PG)

9.20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (R)

10.15 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (R)

11.10 Medici: The Magnificent Part II. (Mav, R)

4.20 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 Morning Show. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 ICC World Test Championship: Pre-Game.

7.30 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 4. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).

9.30 ICC World Test Championship: The Lunch Break.

10.10 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 4. Afternoon session.

12.10 Tea Break. 12.30 Cricket. ICC World Test C’ship. Final. Australia v India. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 3.00 Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince. (2009, Mhv, R) Daniel Radcliffe.

10.30 MOVIE: Mortal Engines. (2018, Mav, R)

12.50 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGds, R)

1.50 9Honey Hacks. (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. (PGal, R) Lifeguards search for a student.

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa) A dog goes on a charm offensive.

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

8.30 Blue Bloods. (Mv) Jamie and Danny investigate a series of carjackings. Eddie helps a woman being stalked.

9.30 CSI: Vegas. (Mv) The body of a young girl who was killed more than 40 years ago is discovered at the bottom of Lake Mead.

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

Programs. 2pm MOVIE: Pokémon The Movie: I Choose You! (2017, PG) 4.00 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Detroit Grand Prix. H’lights.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Growing A Greener World. (PG) 10.05 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals. (PG) 11.00 Travel Quest. 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 2.30 AusMoto Show. 3.05 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 5. H’lights. 4.10 The SitIn: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show. (PGa, R) 5.35 Weeks Of War. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Kingdom. (Ma)

8.55 Acropolis: The Ancient Builders. (PGan, R)

9.55 Patagonia. (PGa)

10.40 A Shot In A Starry Night: Van Gogh Case. (Ma, R)

11.40 Secrets Of Playboy. (Mans, R)

3.00 The World’s Biggest Murder Trial: Nuremberg. (Mavw, R)

4.10 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 News. 7.00 Pre-Game.

7.30 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 5. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage).

9.30 ICC World Test Championship: The Lunch Break.

10.10 Cricket. ICC World Test Championship. Final. Australia v India. Day 5. Afternoon session.

12.10 Tea Break. 12.30 Cricket. ICC World Test C’ship. Final. Australia v India. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 3.00 Shopping. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

8.00 MOVIE: Bohemian Rhapsody. (2018, Ml, R) Charts the life of Freddie Mercury. Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton.

10.45 Nine News Late.

11.15 The First 48: End Of The Road. (Mal)

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+v, R)

1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30

6am Children’s Programs.

1.30pm Galavant. 2.00 The Profit UK. 3.00 Strangers

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Contestants wade into treacherous waters as English celebrity chef Rick Stein brings his best squid game.

9.10 FBI. (Return, Mav) The FBI stages a sting operation to secure a massive bomb from an illegal arms dealer.

10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) Lucy goes undercover at a poker tournament to find out which of the players stole some crucial evidence.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MONDAY, June 12

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG,

TUESDAY, June 13

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Million Dollar Island. (Premiere, PGal)

8.30 9-1-1. (Ma) The 118 races to rescue two roommates and help a woman whose nightmare became a reality.

9.30 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) Paul is hesitant to go on a date with Asha.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 The Blacklist. (Mav) 12.00 The Rookie. (Mav, R)

1.00 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Cooks tackle a mystery box challenge.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists include Emma Holland, Tony Martin and Alex Ward.

9.40 Just For Laughs Australia. (Mals) Hosted by Nath Valvo.

10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Masv) A news anchor is shot dead.

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Mercedes is intent

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Contestants face elimination.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Ma, R) The team investigates after a financial advisor is found shot at a naval station.

10.30 North Shore. (Mlv, R)

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

WEDNESDAY, June 14

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Andrew struggles to adjust to his new life.

7.30 Million Dollar Island. (PGl) Hosted by Ant Middleton.

9.00 The Front Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.00 The Latest: Seven News.

10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Mornington Monster. (MA15+av, R)

12.00 Absentia. (MA15+asv, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

THURSDAY, June

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Kirby lashes out at Rose.

8.00 Highway Patrol Special. (PGl, R) Takes a look at the top 10 battlers and boofheads, from those who stretch the truth to aggressive drivers.

9.00 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) The semifinals commence as the acts compete again in front of the celebrity judges.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Fantasy Island. (Ma) A music star wants to be anonymous.

12.30 Home Shopping.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Curtis Stone visits the MasterChef kitchen.

8.40 North Shore. (Final, Mlv) What happened the night Sophie died is revealed, as Max and Meg must decide how best to serve justice.

9.40 So Help Me Todd. (Premiere, PGa) A private eye goes to work for his mother.

10.30 Fire Country. (Final, PGadv)

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) The remaining contestants compete in Curtis Stone’s condiment cook-off.

8.40 The First Inventors. Part 1 of 4. Rob Collins looks at the unique survival inventions that let Australia’s First Nations people thrive.

9.50 Soccer. International Friendly. Australia v Argentina.

12.30 The Project. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MYALL COAST

Lady Hawks Fly

By Thomas O'KEEFE

VICTORY finally came to the Lady Hawks Touch Tag team, at a very special home game at Myall Park on Saturday, 3 June.

Determination was palpable as the Ladies took to the field, squaring off against the Glendale Gorillas, a team similarly placed on the ladder, presenting a solid opportunity to break the Hawks’ drought.

The Lady Hawks maintained clear domination in the first half, keeping the ball well and truly in their forward half of the field, enacting some miraculous taggings to save

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q The Lady Hawks were cheered onto the field anticipating their first win.