Nambucca Valley News Of The Area 19 April 2024

Council votes to amend Local Environmental Plan to limit intensive blueberry farming

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intensive horticultural developments in the area at last Thursday’s General Meeting held in Scotts Head.

A planning proposal will be forwarded to the Minister for Planning to amend the Nambucca Valley LEP 2010 to make intensive horticulture “permitted with consent” in RU1 and RU2 landuse zones.

The amendments would also set the requirement that structures used in intensive horticulture in these zones be applied for under the Development Application (DA) process.

If the Minister determines that the matter should proceed, community consultation will be undertaken and a report prepared for Council so that a final decision can be made.

Several speakers from the public made submissions at the meeting.

James Kellaway, CEO of OzGroup Co-op Ltd, spoke against the proposal on behalf of the Australian Blueberry Growers’ Association (ABGA).

“The ABGA has been given very little opportunity to comment on the proposal to require DAs in intensive horticulture,” Mr Kellaway told councillors.

“We see significant potential for unintended consequences as a result of these changes,” he said.

Mr Kellaway would like any changes made to these rules to be made in consultation with the ABGA.

When questioned by councillors on current requirements for members of the ABGA to include buffer zones, Mr Kellaway pointed out that the ABGA’s code of best practice is a voluntary one.

Kate Tarrant and Raewyn Macky from the Nambucca Environment Network (NEN) spoke

for the recommendations.

“While the process to make your proposed DA changes takes time, up to eighteen months or more, we (NEN) fear it will mean more of the current damage to our water, soils and air quality while no regulations are in place,” Raewyn Macky told the Council.

“The Nambucca

Environment Network requests that you put an immediate halt to all new development, especially buffer absent, unrestricted chemicals spraying and greenhouse construction until this legislation becomes legal,” she said.

After the meeting, a spokesperson for NEN described the Council’s

decision as “a step forward”.

However, with a long process to make changes still ahead, the group was active the following day campaigning for public support in their fight against intensive blueberry farming, running an information tent at the Macksville Show over 12-13 April at the Macksville Showgrounds.

q OzGroup’s packing shed and offices in Coffs Harbour.

q Nambucca Environment Network’s information tent at Macksville Show last weekend.

Local craftspeople excel at the Macksville Show

In total, Roslyn won eight first places, three second places and four third places.

“I eat, sleep and dream it,” Roslyn admitted to News Of The Area.

“I sew every day.

“Can’t waste any time,” she said.

Roslyn also runs sewing and craft groups on Tuesdays in the workshop at Hanging by a Thread in Wallace Street, Macksville, where her oldest students are over 90 and her youngest is under 20.

q Roslyn Cook, winner of the Most Successful Exhibitor award for needlework at the Macksville Show.

q Roslyn Cook also won first place with this handmade teddy bear, shown here behind netting at the Macksville Show.

q Don Goodwin’s champion ukulele at the Macksville Show.

q Roslyn Cook’s firstplaced entry in the Embroidery Creative section.

Macksville Men’s Shed.

His handmade ukulele was awarded Champion as well as first prize in the Wooden Article class.

“Sewing, knitting, crochet and making things by hand is great for any age,” the busy retired nurse told NOTA.

Another skilful exhibitor whose work was on show in the pavilion at the Show is Don Goodwin of the

Don makes his ukuleles from local timbers like red cedar, white cedar and camphor laurel.

Don only began woodworking after he retired.

“Then I thought: ‘Why didn’t I start sooner?’.

“I just enjoyed it so much,” he told NOTA.

Too many to showcase here but there were many entries from local amateur chefs, weavers, spinners, woodworkers, vegetable farmers and artists on display at the pavilions

Macksville Show.

NSW Nationals appoint new State Director

THE NSW Nationals have appointed Namoi Dougall as the party’s new state director.

Ms Dougall will be the third woman to take up the role and has extensive experience in Government, as well as in the private sector as a lawyer.

State Chairman Andrew Fraser welcomed the move, saying he is looking forward to working with her.

“I am excited to welcome our new State Director and I

believe she will be a great fit for the job,” Mr Fraser said.

“It is an exciting time to be a part of The Nationals and I can’t wait to see the direction and energy that Namoi will bring as we continue to put people in the bush at the forefront of everything we do.”

Incoming State Director Namoi Dougall said she was honoured to be chosen for the position at such a “dynamic period in the political cycle”.

“Politics and the regions

are two things I am very familiar with, from my career and also because I was raised by a mother who is country NSW through and through,” Ms Dougall said.

“I always get asked by people about my name.

“When my mother moved from the town of Manilla to Scotland, she always carried thoughts of regional NSW with her.

“We always like to say you could take mum out of

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the bush, but you can’t take the bush out of mum, which is why she named me after the river where she was from, and I also carry that same connection with me.”

NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders congratulated Ms Dougall on the new appointment.

“Namoi has experience across a range of different sectors and that will be an asset to the NSW Nationals team,” Mr Saunders said.

“Throughout her career, she has spent a lot of time engaging with people, which will go hand in hand with giving a voice to the residents and families of regional NSW.” q Incoming State Director Namoi Dougall.

Roslyn teaches from beginners to experienced crafters in any of the skills mentioned above.

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Bushfire simulation event held at South Arm

By Ned COWIE

AROUND 30 community members gathered at the South Arm Hall last Wednesday evening to participate in an evening hosted by rural firefighters and other organisers to discuss preparedness for bushfires in the region.

The Mid North Coast Joint Organisation donated the use of a sand table and a bushfire/ flood simulation program which was demonstrated in the darkened hall.

Watching the fire spread across familiar hills and valleys brought back dormant emotions for many who had lived through the 2019 bushfires.

The 2019 fire season encompassed more than a month and eventually resulted in a fire that killed one South Arm resident, destroyed several homes, killed stock and engulfed the farmlands of many participants in the evening.

“I had four hours sleep for

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HOUSEHOLD BULKY GOODS COLLECTION 2024 (THERE ARE NO DESIGNATED COLLECTION POINTS IN ANY RURAL AREAS)

Coffs Coast Waste Service will be conducting household bulky good collections from residential properties.

There will be no collection points other than from the frontages of properties on the collection routes that receive a bin service and only residents of those properties can put waste out for collection.

In previous years residents in rural areas have dumped significant quantities of waste at unauthorised sites. This illegal dumping increased the bulky goods collection cost by more than $40,000 which is excessive and not sustainable. Should the illegal dumping continue, Council will reconsider the provision of a bulky goods collection services within the valley.

If you live on a rural property which does not receive a weekly bin service at the front of your property or you have opted to take the bins to the collection route, there is no bulky goods collection service available. You must dispose of your bulky goods at the Nambucca Waste Facility.

If you live on a collection route, please visit www.coffscoastwaste.com.au for specific collection dates relating to your property. For further information please contact Coffs Coast Waste Services Hotline on 1800 265 495.

Acceptable Items

Soft furnishings

Household carpet

Unacceptable Items

PLEASE NOTE

A maximum of 3 cubic metres (approximately 1 box trailer load) of acceptable household waste items not exceeding 1.5 metres in length are to be place at the kerb no sooner than the day before the commencement date of the collection.

Materials placed out before or after the collection dates or at unauthorised sites will be defined as illegal dumping with fines being issued by Councils Rangers.

Waste Services Coordinator PO BOX 177 NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL MACKSVILLE NSW 2447 02 6568 0244

three weeks straight before they took me to hospital with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder),” Graeme Adair, Group Captain with the Rural Fire Service (RFS), told News Of The Area.

“But we saved Taylors Arm.”

Mr Adair was quick to point out that many things have changed since then, including improvements to communications within the fire services and also to the public.

After the simulation table demonstration, various speakers from the RFS and NSW Reconstruction Authority discussed preparedness plans with the audience while hardworking volunteers from the South Arm Hall Committee served tea, coffee and light refreshments.

“Your fire-plan is a living

document,” Cherylee from the RFS told the group.

“Every day of our lives, something happens to change it,” she said, encouraging the audience to consider their flexibility and resilience to the inevitability of bushfires.

“We have put in sprinklers and a new fire-pump,” said one local.

From the discussions being held it was clear that this group has made many changes to their homes and lives over the past four and a half years.

“This kind of an evening can bring up emotions, but it needs to be done in the community,” Mr Adair told NOTA.

q Maria Fraser from the NSW Reconstruction Authority and Cherylee, a RFS Community Engagement Officer, discuss bushfire preparedness with participants.

q Graeme Adair from the Rural Fire Service (right) spoke to locals about the movement of fires through the Valley.

q Locals watch fires unfold in a bushfire simulation event at South Arm Hall.

q Volunteers serve light refreshments in the historic South Arm Hall.

Creatives in need of more networking opportunities

By Mary KEILY

ARTS Mid North Coast are undertaking a comprehensive research project aimed at understanding the pulse of the region’s arts community.

To learn more, they hosted a meeting which 50 artists and arts workers from Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and the Nambucca Valley attended.

The project seeks to identify the pressing issues, unmet needs and existing gaps within the creative sector so that Arts Mid North Coast

can plan strategically for the future with their projects and programs.

“It’s part of a sector mapping research project to understand who the artists are and what are the issues,” Olivia Parker, Executive Director, Arts Mid North Coast told NOTA.

“Then we collate the data and present it to Create NSW as part of our strategic plan, so we wanted to make sure it was evidence-based by being informed by the community.

“It’s always such a great pleasure to meet new people at these gatherings, new artists and arts workers moving into the community,” said Olivia. “There’s always new faces at these meetings.”

Olivia said

major issue for

creatives was a lack of networking opportunities.

“It’s good for the artists to meet each other as it’s one of the major issues that people say there are not enough opportunities to meet creative people, especially for people who work alone to be inspired

Regional emergency services forum

THE Nambucca Valley Red Cross Emergency Team hosted the Mid North Coast Regional Emergency Services Forum on 10 April 2024. Emergency services volunteers travelled from all over the Mid North Coast to participate.

“The Forum gave those in attendance the opportunity to get together with other volunteers in our region to network, catch-up and further develop our skills as Red Cross Emergency Services volunteers,” said Lesley Smith, Deputy Team Leader, Nambucca Valley Red Cross Emergency Services Team.

“We were delighted to have guest speakers from Disaster Welfare Services and Reconstruction NSW, who gave us an overview of their roles and responsibilities before, during and after an emergency.”

Miriam McGregor, a Response Co-Coordinator with Red Cross NSW/ACT conducted a training session on ‘Register Find Reunite’, which Red Cross has the sole responsibility for in Evacuation Centres.

“Volunteers found the day very productive and most informative.

“A big thank you goes out to everyone for making the event such a success and the Red Cross Tea House for the catering.”

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and to get support from each other.”

A current survey by Arts Mid North Coast reveals that out of 82 respondents so far, nineteen percent say their creative practice is their main source of income, with artists supplementing their income with other work like teaching

or working in youth services.

“We are experiencing a downturn with the greater economy, and there’s a lot of people in financial stress.

“Usually at times like this, artists are the first to go because people’s priorities and concerns are about paying mortgages and coping with the

housing crisis,” said Olivia.

“We know it’s hard and there’s no easy answers, but we encourage the community, local businesses and councils to get behind our artists and creative sector - support their work, attend an event or workshop and try to buy local and handmade."

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q Olivia Parker, Executive Director, Arts Mid North Coast. Photo: and the trees photography.

q A hands on activity at the Arts Mid North Coast gathering. Photo: andthetreesphotography.

q Art workers and artists unite. Photo: andthetreesphotography.

q Pete Christie, NSW Reconstruction Authority, Miriam McGregor, Response Coordinator NSW/ACT, Red Cross Emergency Services and Amanda Causley, Disaster Welfare Services.

By Jen HETHERINGTON

THE Nambucca Valley’s Frank Partridge was the youngest Australian to be honoured with the Victoria Cross (VC) during WWII.

According to the Australian War Memorial (AWM) archives, "Having left school at thirteen to work on the family farm near Macksville, New South Wales, Frank Partridge was called up for full-time Army duty when he turned eighteen. He was posted to the 8th Battalion, a militia unit.

“The Battalion moved to Lae, New Guinea, in May 1944, and from June 1945 operated in northern Bougainville.”

Frank received the VC for his action in northern Bougainville on 24 July 1945.

"On 24 July 1945 Partridge's unit came under heavy Japanese machine-gun, grenade, and rifle fire and he was badly wounded.

“Ignoring his injuries, he snatched up a Bren gun from alongside an expired gunner and challenged the enemy to come out and fight.

“He next rushed the nearest enemy bunker while armed with grenades and his knife and eliminated the occupants. “Finally, he attacked a second bunker until his injuries stopped him.

“He 'inspired his comrades to heroic action’ and was awarded the Victoria Cross at the age of 20 years old."

After the war Frank went to London as a member of the ‘Australian Victory Contingent’, then settled back onto the family farm in the Nambucca Valley, living

quietly with his father.

In the evenings, to overcome his lack of education, Partridge was said to “avidly read the Encyclopaedia Britannica”.

During 1962 Frank first appeared on Bob Dyer's television quiz show, Pick-a-box, where he was a resounding success and won many prizes.

Frank soon became a national

celebrity and on 23 February 1963 married Barbara Dunlop, a 31-yearold nursing sister from the Sydney suburb of Turramurra, which attracted extensive media coverage.

Frank was also an honorary member of the Returned Sailors', Soldiers' and Airmen's Imperial League of Australia, a life member and patron of the Macksville ExServicemen's Club, and vice-president of the Nambucca district council of the Banana Growers' Federation Cooperative Ltd.

On 23 March 1964, at the age of 39, Private Frank Partridge was fatally wounded in a car accident near Bellingen. Frank was buried with full military honours in Macksville Cemetery.

Family friend Vicki Starr recalls visiting Frank with her father as a child.

“He was a good friend of my father,” she said.

“I remember visiting him at his father’s house with my father when I was young.

“Frank took us through the new house he was building, though he was killed before it was finished.

“My father was killed in our mill just before Frank was killed in the car accident.

“His brother Tom was also a good friend.”

More information can be obtained by visiting the Frank Partridge VC Military Museum in Bowraville.

Lest We Forget.

q Private Frank John Partridge, VC. Photo: Australian War Memorial.

Free bus trial kicks off today

The initiative will offer free bus travel on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays on regular routes (excluding school runs) of Busways and CDC’s Forest Coach Lines linking the communities of Macksville, Nambucca Heads, Bellingen and Grafton with Coffs Harbour.

Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos believes the trial will particularly support older people who no longer drive and unlicensed teenagers who rely on parents to get around.

“This will reach the community with a very broad brush because there’s no need for people to be sitting at home and lonely,” Cr Amos said.

Funded by $20,000 from City

of Coffs Harbour and significantly subsidised by local transport companies Busways and CDC NSW/ Forest Coach Lines, the program will run through to 14 July.

“This will be a chance for people to get out and experience life and not be stuck at home - and it could be habit forming,” Cr Amos said.

Busways Operations Regional Support Manager Mark Lawrence is onboard with the program.

“There are a lot of options for people to travel within our network, with over 350 bus stops - that can be for things like medical appointments or going to the markets,” Mr Lawrence said.

“This is a great initiative from Council and we hope it encourages the Coffs community to jump

on board and make the most of their local bus service for a more connected and sustainable Coffs Harbour.”

CDC NSW Regional ManagerForest Coach Lines, Dene Petty, said the program had the potential to permanently boost the community’s use of public transport.

“With no limit to how many trips you can take for free, we hope our existing and new customers enjoy the convenience of getting around the region on our buses,” Mr Petty said.

“People are very excited about this, and we’ve had a lot of inquiries already.”

The bus companies will provide daily statistics on the service's use at the end of the three-month trial.

Tennis lovers rejoice in Stuarts Point

By Jen HETHERINGTON

IN January 2023, Kevin Anderson, the then Minister for Lands and Water, visited Stuarts Point to announce the provision of more than $163,000 to upgrade the town’s tennis precinct, including the building of a new club house, news which was well received by the community.

Now, after the longawaited refurbishments, the courts are open for action.

Located on the junction of Marine Parade and Ocean Avenue, bookings, equipment and access to the facility remains available via the Friendly Grocer store, adjacent to the courts.

Crown Lands, through their Crown Reserves Improvement Fund, and Kempsey Shire Council, cofunded the project which involved the demolition of the former unsafe and derelict club house, replacing it with a new purpose-built clubhouse, henceforth to be known as ‘The Tennis Hub’, with upgraded facilities, including a kitchenette, improved stormwater drainage and upgraded court lighting to LED lights to enable night tennis to be played.

Hall Committee member Des Breust informed NOTA, “We are pleased to be reappointed as managers of the upgraded Stuarts Point Tennis Courts.

“With new and improved facilities, the Committee is keen to promote tennis in the area to enhance social activity, wellbeing, community spirit, and foster youth involvement.

“The Stuarts Points community played an instrumental role in gaining funding for the tennis club upgrade, with the Stuarts Point Hall Committee and the Stuarts Point and District Community Organisation (SPaDCO) having worked overtime in advocating for the importance of this project,” a Kempsey Shire Council spokesperson said. Stuarts Point Community

“During May we will be holding drop-in information sessions at the courts, where interested people can have a chat at their convenience.

“Dates and times to be advised shortly.”

Dedicated local Edith Chapman said tennis has a long history in Stuarts Point.

“There were so many great years of playing competition tennis here at the Point,” she said. “Women's winter comps were played

q The refurbished clubhouse, now renamed as ‘The Tennis Hub’.

on Tuesdays, summer Friday nights and I think the men’s comp was on Wednesday nights, with mixed comps played.

“I helped with the children from the school for sport on Friday afternoons.

“There was always activity on our courts, and I do hope it can all happen again.

"So many great athletes were here in Stuarts Point and God bless them, we now only have their great memories.”

An official launch is anticipated in late May 2024, but locals and visitors have been able to access the facilities from Friday 12 April, with the keys having been officially handed over to the Stuarts Point Hall Committee.

this subdivision which is intended to be reclassified to community land and can be seen in the below image.

Bellingen receives ECO Destination Certification

THE Bellingen Shire has been recognised for its commitment to global sustainability standards with the prestigious honour of attaining ECO Destination Certification through Ecotourism Australia.

The honour was announced last Wednesday at the picturesque Urunga Lido by the CEO of Ecotourism Australia, Elissa Keenan, and Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan.

Bellingen Shire joins an elite cohort of eight Australian destinations dedicated to sustainable tourism and is the fourth

LGA in New South Wales to achieve this significant feat.

Through Ecotourism Australia’s certification partner, Green Destinations, Bellingen Shire is also recognised in a global network of more than 200 leading sustainable destinations.

Bellingen Shire is renowned for its stunning coastal scapes, dramatic waterfalls and World Heritage-listed rainforest scenery with State Forests and National Park covering more than half of the local government area, making it a haven for ecotourism and nature-based tourism activities.

The Certification application was led by Bellingen Shire Council with collaboration and support from a variety of stakeholders including Gumbaynggirr representatives, National Parks and Forestry, business chambers and the local community throughout the application process.

“Congratulations to Bellingen Shire on their achievement of ECO

Destination Certification,” said Ecotourism Australia CEO Elissa Keenan.

“This is a significant milestone on the region’s sustainability journey, and we are pleased to have supported the destination every step of the way throughout their application.

“Maximising positive benefits for the community and nature through sustainable tourism experiences is a core

objective of the Certification and we look forward to ongoing partnership with Bellingen Shire as they support their own industry to adopt sustainable tourism practices and Certification.”

The ECO Destination Certification supports naturebased tourism destinations to improve their holistic sustainability planning and development against the four pillars of sustainability: environmental, socio-

economic, cultural and sustainable management, as well as encourage local business engagement in ecotourism and sustainability.

Eleven Bellingen Shire tourism businesses are currently undergoing the precertification benchmarking program Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard to measure and improve their current sustainability practices.

“Today marks a significant milestone - this certification formally acknowledges our strong, well-managed commitment to sustainability and high-quality naturebased tourism,” said Bellingen Shire Mayor Cr Steve Allan.

“Council and our community are proudly focused on sustainable tourism that benefits businesses, locals and visitors alike.

“This is about us asking our visitors to join us in protecting our natural treasures and honouring our cultural heritage.

“We look forward to continuing the partnership with Ecotourism Australia and working with our local business community as they adopt their own sustainable tourism practices.

“We’re all on a continuous learning journey together.”

The ECO Destination Certification was developed by Ecotourism Australia using the international Green Destinations standard, which is recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.

The Certification assesses a region across the four pillars of sustainability and the destination must pass an on-site audit conducted by a third-party auditor before Certification can be granted.

q Two children run along the Urunga Boardwalk with their dog. Photo: Cath Tait/Bellingen Shire Council.

previously been harvested for renewable timber products.

Seedlings dispatched for state forest replanting

ACCORDING to the Forestry Corporation of NSW, almost 2.5-million hardwood and softwood seedlings are being dispatched from the organisation’s Grafton Nursery to be replanted in state forests across Northern New South Wales.

The Grafton Nursery grows a mix of eucalyptus and pine seedlings, which are replanted in state forest timber plantations that have

q Forestry Corporation’s Grafton Nursery is currently dispatching seedlings to be planted across Northern NSW state forests. Pictured is nursery worker Tiara Mundine.

“These seedlings will be planted and grown for around 30 years to supply renewable timber for the next generation’s homes and infrastructure,” Forestry Corporation’s District Manager for Grafton, Lyndon Orpwood said.

Have your say on emergency services funding

THE public is invited to have their say on the best path forward to reform the way emergency services are funded via a consultation paper which is now online.

The NSW Government is encouraging views on the design and scope of a new model to replace the current system which places the burden of an Emergency Services Levy (ESL) on insurance premiums.

“Public feedback is an important step in reforming the way emergency services are funded into the future,” Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said.

“I want to ensure that we create a lasting system where everyone contributes to the crucial emergency services we all rely on.

“We’re encouraging industry stakeholders and the wider community to express their views now so the new funding model for emergency services in NSW is fair, efficient, simple and adapted to the future impacts of climate change.”

Currently, only households and businesses that pay for insurance are paying the levy to fund Fire and Rescue NSW, the NSW Rural Fire Service and the NSW State Emergency Service.

The NSW Government last November announced the levy would be removed from insurance and applied instead to property.

The ESL Consultation Paper is seeking feedback on four possible models to create a sustainable system that will spread the costs across all property owners.

The NSW Government says it is “committed to ensuring any new model will include protections for pensioners and vulnerable members of the community”.

The model will also be revenue-neutral and continue to be determined solely by the funding needs of the three agencies.

NSW Treasury estimates that the total annual cost of flood and bushfire to the economy is projected to increase from $7 billion in

q Nursery Supervisor Bevan Pugh at Forestry Corporation’s Grafton Nursery, where a range of softwood and hardwood species are grown from seed.

“After timber harvest operations, state forests in New South Wales are regrown or replanted to continue the forest cycle into the future,” Mr Orpwood said.

“Almost 100 million seedlings have been raised at the Grafton nursery over the past two decades, ultimately helping to build people’s homes and to replenish vital public infrastructure including power poles, marine piers, bridges and

platforms,” he said.

Forestry Corporation’s pine and native hardwood seedling nursery at Grafton employs a permanent workforce of thirteen staff, who are assisted with the annual dispatch by a seasonal workforce.

When in full production, the Grafton Nursery produces around 50,000 seedlings a day with all stock grown from seed.

The eucalypt and

pine seedlings are being dispatched from the Grafton nursery across the state for replanting schedules in plantation forests.

For plantation forests in southern NSW, Forestry Corporation produces seedlings at its Tumut Nursery.

Since it opened in 1997, the southern NSW nursery has produced more than 176 million cold climate seedlings

2020-21 to $24 billion by 2070-71 as climate change related extreme weather events become more frequent and intense.

The existing ESL has pushed insurance premiums in NSW up by around eighteen percent for residential property and around 34 percent higher for commercial property.

Rising costs now mean more than one-third of households in NSW do not have home contents insurance – which is the highest rate of any state in the nation.

The Government is asking for feedback on a range of design features, including how levy rates should apply to different property types and locations, how the levy should be collected, and what protections should be provided for pensioners and other vulnerable groups.

The Consultation Paper is open for feedback until 22 May 2024, and can be found at www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov. au/reforming-emergencyservices-funding-system.

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The Phoenix Art Prize is open

THE Phoenix Art Prize is making its debut this year, seeking to recognise and showcase the talent of artists living with a disability on the Mid North Coast.

Entry is free and open for artists aged sixteen-plus of all levels of experience, who identify as having a disability

and live on the Mid North Coast.

Entries close 21 June.

The Phoenix Art Prize is part of Ability Arts Connect Mid North Coast.

This event is the first of its kind, bringing together artists with lived experience of disability.

The two-day event includes conferences, workshops, an exhibition and the art prize, to be held at Nambucca Valley Phoenix in Bowraville NSW.

“This is an opportunity to connect, acknowledge and celebrate the diversity and contribution that artists with disability make to the arts and

cultural landscape of the Mid North Coast.

“We are looking forward to an amazing exhibition,” said Pippa Tabone, Nambucca Valley Phoenix manager.

Nambucca Valley Phoenix is a community owned and operated not for profit that has been supporting artists with lived experience of disability for over forty years.

This project is possible thanks to the support of Regional Arts Australia and Arts Mid North Coast.

Phoenix Art Prize judges include Coffs Regional Gallery curator Ashleigh Frost, Dr Emma Gentle and Director of Arts MNC Olivia Parker.

Scotts Head Farmers Market makes its debut

By Jen HETHERINGTON

BATHED in mild autumn sunshine, on Sunday morning 14 April, residents, beachgoers and school holiday visitors were in for a treat with the newly established Scotts Head Farmers Market.

Presented as a local community initiative by Driftwood Shelter (Café), stalls were set up on the communal green in Adin Street, all showcasing products from home-grown farmers, bakers and makers, with an emphasis on supporting locally sourced products.

As well as a small shelter provided to accommodate free kids activities, the goods on offer were predominantly in-season fruit, vegetables and herbs, as well as enticing local organic honey productselderberry, lavender, rosemary, thyme and rosemary, chilli and coffee honey infusions, and handy beeswax wraps.

The Scotts Head Community Garden provided containers of freshly cut bunches of herbs and newly harvested fruit and vegetables, a testament to the thriving viability of their patches.

Stall holder Rachael Smyth, from ‘Riverbreeze Farm’ at Gumma, was pleased to speak

about her family's produce.

“Our motto is ‘small batch, from scratch’ inspired by the ways and old skills of our Grandparents.

“Our produce, preserves, flowers, bakery treats and pantry essentials are all grown and produced on a small scale with a whole lot of love.”

The markets are scheduled for the second and fourth Sunday each month and run from 8am till 11am at a convenient location for parking.

Seeking a better future for young people

By Andrea FERRARI

YOUNG people in NSW aged 15-19 are being called on by Mission Australia to have their say in the charity’s 23rd annual Youth Survey.

By participating in the Youth Survey young people can share what they view as the key issues impacting the country and highlight their own personal challenges.

Results of the survey will be published in November and are shared with government and nongovernment organisations, schools and the public.

In publishing the 2023 Youth Survey report, Mission Australia CEO Sharon Callister said, “I hope Australia’s young voices within this report are heard loud and clear

nationwide and those voices guide actions to address the issues that matter for this generation.

“Young people hold the key to a brighter future for all of us.

“We must ensure their voices are amplified, their needs properly met and they feel valued and supported, so they can carve their own path towards a better future for themselves and for all of Australia.”

In 2023, more than 4,500 young people in NSW completed the survey, naming the environment (42 percent), mental health (37 percent), and equity and discrimination (33 percent) as the issues they believe are most important in Australia.

The 2023 responses showed that mental health

challenges are impacting NSW young people, with 43 percent of respondents saying they were personally extremely or very concerned about coping with stress and more than one in four (27 percent) reporting high psychological distress.

Young people were asked to list the three most important issues in Australia today.

The open-ended responses were thematically analysed and listed in order of frequency.

The top issues identified by young people in Coffs Harbour were:

1. The environment (38 percent);

2. Economy and financial matters (37 percent);

3. Equity and

discrimination (31 percent).

Respondents were asked an unprompted, open-ended question about the biggest personal challenge they have faced or experienced in the last year.

The most common personal challenges cited by young people in Coffs Harbour were:

1. School related (47 percent);

2. Interpersonal relationships (23 percent);

3. Mental health (21 percent).

Young people were asked to rate their level of personal concern in the last year on a range of issues.

Responses were rated on a five-point scale that spanned from extremely

concerned to not at all concerned.

Top among Coffs Harbour respondents ranked by ‘extremely or very concerned’ were:

1. School or study problems (36 percent);

2. Coping with stress (34 percent);

3. Mental health (31 percent);

4. Body image (30 percent).

Results from a range of wellbeing questions among young people in Coffs Harbour report that 52 percent felt mostly or completely in control of their life, 48 percent felt positive or very positive about the future, 22 percent felt lonely most or all of the time and 27 percent were

classified as having high psychological distress.

Results of unfair treatment and discrimination questions among young people in Coffs Harbour report that 23 percent were treated unfairly or discriminated against in the last year.

The top three reasons given were: Physical appearance (43 percent), Mental health (36 percent) and Gender (30 percent).

Additional focus areas for the 2024 survey are social media use, loneliness and opinions relating to alcohol and drugs.

The 2024 Youth Survey is open now until August and takes 20 minutes to complete.

Respondents can complete the survey online. Go to www. missionaustralia.com.au/ youthsurvey.

q Lots of preserves and potted plants were available.

q Though Rachael Smyth was a little camera shy, she was more than happy to share her family farm wisdom..

q The popular market stalls were located on the public green on Adin Street, Scotts Head.

A top art competition at Macksville Show

By Bruce REDMAN

THE Art Competition at the Macksville Show was once again a successful event, attracting nearly 100 entries.

Just as important were the many hundreds of visitors who viewed the works and voted for their favourite painting.

Judging was carried out on Thursday ahead of the show starting on Friday.

The Grand Champion was an organic sculpture piece called ‘Little Chick’ by Letifa Hardman.

Each section had individual winners as follows.

In Section 1, ‘Out Mudgee Way’ by Elwin Butler took first place, with ‘Mutton Bird’ by Natalee Selwood in second place.

In Section 2, the winner was ‘Lionesses’ by Edward Barnes, while ‘Playing in the Daisies’ by Carmel Mott took second place.

‘Pool Insects’ by Elwin Butler was the winner in Section 3, and ‘The Artists Hand’ by Sonny Stewart was awarded second place.

In Section 4, first place was won by ‘Backyard’ by Karen Fenning.

‘Thelma & Louise’ by Carmel Mott took second place.

As usual the voting for Popular Choice resulted in many paintings being nominated with the worthy winner being ‘Rough Riding’ by Faye Mathew.

q Grand Champion ‘Little Chick’ by Letifa Hardman.

q First in Section 1, Landscape/Seascape, was ‘Out Mudgee Way’ by Elwin Butler.

q First in Section 4, Small Painting, was ‘Backyard’ by Karen Fenning.

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First in Section 3, Open, was ‘Pool Insects’ by Elwin Butler.

First in Section 2, Flora/ Fauna, was ‘Lionesses’ by Edward Barnes.

Lifeline building awareness on suicide prevention

By Mary KEILY

LIFELINE North Coast recently held a safeTALK workshop, a four hour training session in Coffs Harbour to equip members of the public to become more alert to people who may be considering suicide.

Jenna McBeath, Lifeline North Coast’s Crisis Support and Suicide Prevention Manager, ran the training with Tegan McVey, Lifeline’s Training Coordinator.

“In conversation, there could be little clues like people saying ‘There’s no point’ or ‘I don’t want to be here anymore’.

“These can be easy to miss,” Jenna told NOTA.

“Before the workshop, people rated their ability to talk about suicide and after it, they felt a lot more confident dealing with someone at risk of suicide.”

Since June last year, Lifeline North Coast has received a total of 10,100 calls.

“The Coffs and surrounding region has double the national average rate of suicide, particularly men aged 25 to 45,” said Jenna.

“It’s been that rate for quite some time.

“The reasons being a lack of services, GPs are booked up, inability to afford a private psychologist at $200 an hour, waiting lists and emergency departments are full.”

These issues are more pronounced in regional and remote areas.

Lifeline has witnessed the situation become exacerbated on the North Coast in recent years, with the region facing bushfires, floods, Covid, more bushfires, and now a housing crisis.

“Our staff have written 400 safety plans - where we go through with someone how to keep them alive and how to keep them safe and how to prevent them from taking their life,” said Jenna.

“On the phone, you are only reliant on the tone of voice and picking up distress levels that way, whereas in person, you also have the body language and non-verbal cues as well to ascertain what’s really going on with someone.

“They might have mentioned a brother or sister or GP who could help them,” said Jenna.

“It’s about what they will do for the rest of the day to keep themselves safe.”

The below are two of the messages of thanks Lifeline volunteers have received in recent weeks.

“Thankyou to the anonymous stranger on the phone who brought me back from the precipice today. I didn’t want to be here anymore,” said one caller.

Another person said: “For the person who’s name I don’t know, I want to thank you for bringing me back from the edge of the precipice.”

The safeTALK training will be followed up by an Applied Suicide Interventions Skill Training (ASIST) workshop in two months aimed at frontline workers.

q Jenna McBeath, Crisis Support and Suicide Prevention Manager, Lifeline North Coast.

Arming students with education to protect our marine environment

q The program includes resources that will take students on a journey through a range of coastal environments.

PRIMARY school students will soon become champions of the NSW marine estate, with a new education program released by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Fisheries.

DPI Director, Marine Estate Management, Mr Heath Folpp, said the program will provide our younger generation with tools to increase their awareness of threats to coastal waterways and become “agents of change”.

“The lessons and learning resources are tailored for Years 1 to 6 and have been created to assist teachers to easily integrate the program into the classroom, offering teaching materials aligned with the NSW curriculum,” Mr Folpp said.

“The program includes resources that will take students on a journey through a range of coastal environments, while addressing a variety of topics including threatened species, responsible fishing, catchment management and traditional use of Sea Country.

“The program is accessible to all primary schools, regardless of coastal location, with the teaching resources now available to download for free from the NSW Marine Estate website.

“We acknowledge the valuable and varied roles

that NSW educational partners play in the success of educational initiatives around the marine estate and look forward to supporting teachers in the adoption of the Marine Estate Agents program within their school.”

Mr Folpp said the Marine Estate Agents program is a key output of the NSW Marine Estate Education Strategy, which will help ensure positive behavioural changes for generations to come.

"85 percent of NSW residents live within 50 kilometres of the coast, and our marine estate supports a $15 billion ocean economy – a healthy marine estate shapes the success of coastal communities,” Mr Folpp said.

“The Education Strategy is a key deliverable of the NSW Government's Marine Estate Management Strategy and will coordinate, develop and deliver education programs to promote a healthy marine estate.

“Educating younger generations about the importance of a healthy marine estate will further safeguard it now and into the future.”

To learn more about the Marine Estate Agents program, please visit www.marine.nsw.gov.au.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN HYPOTHETICAL

By Manny WOOD

What is Collaborative Law?

JOHN and Judy, both in their 60’s, separate after 40 years of marriage.

John built-up a successful business but is now semi-retired.

Judy gave up a career to support John and care for their child, Kevin, who has special needs. Judy is still Kevin’s carer.

John and Judy wish to proceed with a property settlement but they are concerned about the legal process.

They do not want to be involved in the traditional adversarial system and they are worried about the stress, delays and costs involved.

They also feel that the legal system may not be able to properly deal with their specific values, needs and wishes.

Judy seeks legal advice and is informed that if proceedings are commenced under the Family Law Act, the parties will be referred to mediation.

This form of mediation is usually scheduled for a single whole day in which the parties are encouraged to reach agreement in relation to a division of all of their property interests according to the “clean-break” principle.

Judy tells her lawyer that she is not happy about the uncertainty and stress involved in the traditional process. She is also concerned about the impact on Kevin.

Judy’s lawyer informs her that she may be better suited to the Collaborative Law process.

This process avoids court action and encourages a positive context for settlement, empowerment for the parties and workable long-term solutions.

The process means that there are greater chances of the parties maintaining a civil future relationship.

Whilst Judy is advised of her rights under the Family Law Act, under the Collaborative Process, the parties' respective lawyers agree to withdraw from the matter if Court action is necessary. This encourages genuine negotiations.

John and Judy ultimately retain collaborative lawyers.

They enter into a Participation Agreement and after the parties and their lawyers convene several meetings, they reach agreement which is formalised by way of Consent Orders, sealed by the Court.

Email Manny Wood, Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates at TB Law at manny@tblaw.net.au or call him on (02) 66 487 487.

This column is only accurate at today’s date and is not legal advice.

Please play New Zealand anthem on ANZAC Day

DEAR News Of The Area,

I HAVE written to the Chief Executive Officer of Macksville RSL Club to formally request that the New Zealand National Anthem be played along with the Australian National Anthem on ANZAC Day.

It has been very disappointing at the Macksville Dawn Service not to have the New Zealand National Anthem played, as after all they fought as the ANZACS with Australia.

I would like to encourage all ANZAC services in our area to play both anthems each year.

The ANZAC committee at Macksville RSL have been doing a wonderful job.

The lighting on the bridge and trees is spectacular and the bagpiper adds a wonderful sentimental touch.

Regards, Paula FULLER, Gumma.

Unstoppable Urunga

By David WIGLEY

THE Urunga Raiders demonstrated sheer dominance, overpowering Sawtell FC with a resounding 9-0 victory last Saturday at Toormina Oval in the HIT105.5 North Coast Premier League Women.

On theCouch

DEAR Jasminda,

I AM about to start dating again.

I have dentures.

Is this something I need to share if I enter a new relationship?

Mary B.

Dear Mary,

If dentures are the most serious thing that you have hidden in your closet (not literally, of course) then I think any prospective partner should count themselves lucky.

Unless you keep your dentures in a glass next to the bed, I don't think a new partner would even notice.

And if they can see what's on your

and the Viking Challenge in Forster.

Urunga coach Trevor Martin was pleased with the momentum they carried from preseason.

“I was pleased with our performance on Saturday, it was important that we maintained the impetus we'd built during preseason and we clearly did that,” he said.

“As a coach I still see areas that we could improve, but overall we were solid.

bedside table, then the relationship has no doubt progressed to a stage where they like you for more than your dental work.

I don't think it's necessary to reveal anything about your dentures.

They are certainly nothing to be embarrassed about, but bringing them up early in the relationship seems completely unwarranted. It would be like mentioning a hip replacement.

Enjoy your foray into the dating world.

I hope you meet someone who loves you for who you are.

That's what counts.

focus for us for this week will be on developing that team and the depth in the Raiders squad as a whole.”

In other matches, the Coffs City United Lionesses showcased their prowess up north, securing a convincing 4-0 win against the Woolgoolga Wildcats.

The bombardment commenced from the opening whistle, with Urunga surging to a commanding 4-0 lead by halftime and amplifying their advantage with five unanswered goals in the second half.

This commanding performance serves as a formidable declaration to the rest of the league, following Urunga's flawless preseason campaign where they clinched both the Challenge Cup in Nambucca

“Sawtell always works hard for the 90 minutes and as always we appreciate and respect their approach.

“Prems have a bye this weekend but first division will play at Woopi so the

Looking ahead, the Wildcats are set to clash with Premiership newcomers Orara Valley Dingoes on Friday April 19 at 6:30 pm at Clive Joass Memorial Sports Park.

Meanwhile, the Lionesses take on the Sawtell Scorpions at Forsyth Park on Saturday April 20 at 3:00 pm.

Urunga enjoys a bye week.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Roosters and Sea Eagles launch Group 2 season with wins

By Mick BIRTLES, Gary JOHNSON and Nigel WILBOW

THE Macksville Sea Eagles kicked off the 2024 season with a convincing win against the Coffs Comets at home in Round 1.

Led by captain/coach Matt Hyland, the Sea Eagles aimed to make a strong statement from the start.

Both teams looked a little rusty early on, leading to a few handling errors, however Macksville managed to maintain defensive resilience within

their own half, despite putting pressure on themselves at times.

Macksville took the lead in the 8th minute with Brad Southan scoring off a Stephen Blair pass, during a rare set inside Coffs' attacking zone.

Coffs responded with a try from Peter Uikelotu after 25 minutes, closing the gap.

A heads-up play from Stephen Blair, setting up fullback Ryan Atkins off a scrum 40 metres from the line, extended Macksville's lead to 12-4 by halftime.

It took Macksville just over four minutes to add more points in the second half after they forced a line drop out.

Hooker Andrew Welsh's try from dummy half, along with a successful conversion, sealed Macksville's victory at 24-12.

Fullback Ryan Atkins was awarded player of the match for his standout performance, supported by solid efforts from the forwards.

Newcomers Stephen Blair and Josef Barber also impressed in their debut games.

In other grades, Reserve Grade ended in an 18-18 draw, while Macksville dominated the under 18's match with a 28-10 win with notable performances from Riley Laverty and Riley Hancock.

North of the river at Coronation Park the Nambucca Roosters hosted

Three tackles later a slight-of-hand inside ball from Stephen Blair put Sam Miles over for a try, and the conversion from Andrew Blair gave Macksville a 14 point lead with 33 minutes to play.

Macksville Country Club Golf

By Max TURNER

THE Solitude Health

sponsored 4 Ball Aggregate event played in conjunction with the Brian Burns challenge against Nambucca Heads was played in ideal autumn weather. The aggregate means that no matter how well you play your partner has to go well.

In the Brian Burns challenge Macksville

currently leads with the return to be played at Nambucca Heads on Thursday.

Junior pair of Jordon and cousin Cohen Welsh again displayed consistency to come home ahead of runners up Max Graham and Darren Pike.

Straight shooters with nearest the pins were Brad Fortescue (A), Jo Montague (B) and John Poole (C) grade.

Bowra Golf Results

By Julee TOWNSEND

13-4-24

THE weather was superb for the Noel Mackay Memorial Cup and a great turn out of players for the 2 Person Ambrose. Winners: B Brabant and D Wren 64.75 R/Up :P Fairburn & G Nugent 65. N/P 6th J Wilson, 2nd D Glasson, L/

In the ladies Stableford Jessica Lambert was back in the winners list ahead of runner up Cheryl Fortescue.

Mid Week was won by Brodie Bartlett with Clint Lavender runner up in a good field.

Max Graham was runner up for the second time in the week with Carla Ross winning the Chook Run event .

Putt: Maz McNally, Lucky Golfer: K Wilson, L/Drive

Men: K Wilson, Ladies: T Donovan.

last year’s premiers, the Woolgoolga Seahorses.

With Jacob Welsh, Jay Melrose and Will Baker back in the Roosters team and coming off the back of two successful pre-season trial matches, the home side took to the paddock with a degree of confidence.

Beau Langford delivered some fancy sidestepping to produce a try in the first five minutes of play, converted from the sideline by Tyrone Roberts-Davis, giving an early lead to the home team.

Fifteen minutes later Jay Melrose broke the Seahorses’ defensive line to score next to the uprights with Roberts-Davis continuing his impressive form with the boot, the score now at 12-0.

The visitors soon answered back with a converted try, however Nambucca retaliated with a Khan Jarrett try on the back of a great Logan Jones pass,

making it a 18-6 ballgame by halftime.

In the second half Woolgoolga seemed set to pick up early points until their attack was thwarted by a Jay Melrose intercept, taking him on a full length of the field run to score, covered once again by Roberts-Davis.

Tyronne RobertsDavis soon crossed the line and converted his own try, to which Woolgoolga responded with a try from Michael Emile.

It was Jack Margetts, who played U/18s last year, that really delighted the large local crowd by finishing the game with two tries, both converted by Roberts-Davis, who had a perfect day with the boot kicking six out of six conversions.

The full-time score ended 42-10 to the Nambucca Roosters.

In the minor grades the

Nambucca Heads U/18s were too strong for Woolgoolga winning 34-10, with captain Toby Batten leading from the front with three tries and six conversions.

The Reserve Grade Roosters were also victorious, winning 32-24.

Captain/coach Dean Buchanan was happy with the effort of his playing group, who were unrelenting in all aspects of their game.

The Roosters Women’s tackle side were toppled by the Seahorses in the inaugural Group 2 Women’s tackle clash 18-4 however the side showed tons of promise for the season ahead.

This weekend a local derby Round 2 spectacular is assured at Coronation Park, Nambucca Heads when the Roosters host the Macksville Sea Eagles on Sunday 21 April.

The action begins at 11:00 am with the U/18s then the Ladies at 12:10 pm, Reserve Grade at 1:20 pm and First Grade at 2:30 pm.

Next Week: The Monthly Medal a Stoke Event. q Macksville's Mike Simpson and Neil Cunneen with one of Nambucca's teams of Geoff Brook and Gary Scott. Each club had four teams.

Group 2 Rugby league season kicks off

By Aiden BURGESS

THE Nambucca Roosters, Macksville Sea Eagles, and Grafton Ghosts have started the year with victories, as the latest Tooheys New Group 2 Rugby League season kicked off last weekend.

Nambucca Roosters started their season with a big win, beating defending premiers the Woolgoolga

Seahorses 42-10 at home.

Macksville Sea Eagles got their season off to a winning start with a 24-12 win at home against the Coffs Harbour Comets.

Grafton Ghosts got first bragging rights of the season beating the South Grafton Rebels 28-20 in their local derby.

Coffs Harbour Comets reserves began their

premiership defence with an 18-18 draw against the Macksville Sea Eagles.

Nambucca Roosters reserves started their season with a 32-24 win against the Woolgoolga Seahorses, and the South Grafton Rebels beat the Grafton Ghosts 26-12.

Macksville Sea Eagles

Under 18s kicked off their premiership defence with a 28-10 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets in their grand final rematch.

Nambucca Roosters

Under 18s were also opening round winners beating the Woolgoolga Seahorses 38-10, while the Rebels had a 18-12 win against the Ghosts.

The inaugural Group 2 Women’s Tackle competition also kicked off last weekend.

The Woolgoolga

Seahorses had an 18-4 win against the Nambucca Roosters in the inaugural game, and South Grafton Rebels won 28-14 against the Grafton Ghosts.

The Group 2 Rugby League season continues this weekend with Round 2 matches in Woolgoolga, Nambucca Heads and South Grafton.

After having the opening

round bye, the Sawtell Panthers kick off their season away from home against the defending premiers Woolgoolga Seahorses.

Coffs Harbour Comets travel to take on the South Grafton Rebels as both teams look to get their first win of the season.

Opening round winners the Nambucca Roosters and Macksville Sea Eagles face off in Nambucca Heads.

ANSWERS: Spot the difference

Picture B - Top leaves at left missing, mid leaf missing, howler monkey’s foot turned, extra leaf at top right and banana has a bite out of it.

Mmmmm - Minke, mole, moose, mare.

Mixed results for Nambucca Strikers

By David WIGLEY

EAGER to return to the pitch, the Nambucca Strikers men embarked on a journey to Bellingen, only to face a challenging 7-1 defeat.

With just eleven players listed on the team sheet, the Strikers launched into the match with determination, quickly seizing the lead and even earning a penalty opportunity, which unfortunately was missed.

“As the game got underway it was the Strikers who gained early field position and mounted pressure onto the Bellingen goalkeeper, giving him plenty to think about,” Nambucca Strikers president Ricky Welsh said.

“All the pressure and running from the Strikers forced Bellingen’s defence into a wild challenge in the box with Ben Mander charging onto a great through ball and fouled.

“Unfortunately the Strikers were not able to convert the opportunity.”

However, as the game progressed, the strain of limited resources became evident.

“As the game went on Bellingen were able to settle into a rhythm and the Strikers started to get fatigued.

“Bellingen created plenty of chances, putting three in the back of the net in the first half.”

Things got harder in the second half when the Strikers went down to nine men after injuries.

It was all one-way traffic from that point, with Bellingen scoring four second half goals.

“Credit to the Strikers who, with only nine players, were able to mount a late second half charge, getting one goal back with new recruit Manuel Machedo

opening his account with his new club,” Welsh said.

“It could have been two after Adam Ward got some room to move before placing one to the top corner, only for the Bellingen goalkeeper’s fingertip to save.”

It is onward and upward for the Nambucca side, quite literally, as the Strikers head up the mountain to take on the Dorrigo Highlanders in their next match.

As female football continues to flourish, the Nambucca Strikers under 12 girls opened their account with a 2-0 victory over Boambee.

“With the start of school holidays the Strikers were a little light on numbers with only nine players but that didn’t phase the girls,” Welsh said.

The Strikers started the game full of running and had the Boambee defence under pressure early on.

“The Strikers midfield of Piper Daley, Emily Coxton and Krissa Smith were able to win the ball, stopping any chance of Boambee building attacking raids, feeding the ball up to striker Mia Chapman.

“A quick keeper change brought Sophia Welsh into the field with immediate

Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News

By Paula GUTHRIE

RESULTS for the week ending Saturday April 13th, 2024.

Monday: 8th April a seven-table event won at North/South by Les Sinclair & Susie Keur with 62.50%, second place Barbara Lott & Linda Siford with 54.46%, third place John & Lynne Slade with 52.08%. East/

West winners Noreen Cork & Helen Rowsell with 62.80%, second place Margaret Sullivan & Paula Guthrie with 62.20%, third place Doris Peters & Dominique Wallace with 50.30%.

Tuesday: 9th April a two table Howell was played, winners Alison Savage & Pete Rundle with 61.90%, second place Carol

McKee & Amber Fox with 57.14%, third place Rob Marshall & Maureen Cowan with 56.55%.

Thursday: 11th April Excellent roll up for the Pro-Am annual event competition, sixteen teams competed to have their name engraved on the trophy. Congratulations to the winners Richard Levy & Theda Faulwetter with

Nambucca Golf Club

By Ray GIUANA

TUESDAY 9th April:

Medley stableford event was won by Colin Wormleaton with 38 followed closely by a visitor Daniel Cruickshank on 36 and the ball rundown went to 31 NTPs 5th Kai Burkinshaw , 7th Bryce McCarroll , 8th Scott Burley , 13th Kiril

Grasevki 15 Bryce McCarroll and the 18 John Morgan Wednesday 10th Was Ladies day which was a stroke event and the winner in div: 1 was Linne Street on 75 from Henny OLdenhove 78, DIv 2 winner Heather Gray 75 from Thea Kimber 76 and Div 3 Jennifer Ainsworth 79 from Robyn Dyer 80 ball rundown to 83

Gross div 1 Sue Brooks 78, div 2 Heather Gray, div 3 Jennifer Ainsworth, NTPs 5 Sue Brooks, Cheryl Gilmour, Suzanne O'Donnell 13 Linne Street, 18 Linne Streetpro pin $32

60.42% (see photo below), second place Janet Dyson & Gary Walton with 58.63%, third place Scott Parker & Leoni Harrison with 56.25%. A lovely afternoon was had by all.

impact, pouncing on a loose ball and taking it all the way down field, firing it in the back of the net to open the Strikers’ scoring.”

Shortly after, the Strikers scored a second goal.

“A great passing move saw Sky Parker put a great crossing ball through to Mia Chapman to tap in.

Saturday: 13th April, a five-table event won at North/South by Neil & Ali Tupper with 64.50%, second Rob Marshall & Caitlin Holman with 56.00%. East/West winners Amber Fox & Carol McKee with 60.00%, second place Lynne & John Slade 51.50%.

Thursday saw no play as Mother Natural had her way and inundated the course with king tides, thanks to to greenkeeper and staff for cleaning up.

Nambucca Bowlo Report

By Charles POTTER

AFTER the deluge of the past weeks we are back to normal, although numbers are down.

Nissan Consistency

Wednesday bowls has started with points being allocated 2 for attendance, 2 for a win and 2 for a draw winner or loser. Overall points winner each month wins $100 and goes into the draw for the Breakers/Nissan 2025 Gold Coast Get Away. There are two draws in May, then one each month until the Dec 18 final. Our deep gratitude to Nissan for their sponsorship of this.

Wednesday April 10. Only 16 played and thus only one winning team. Tommy Reynolds and Maurie Roberts shared lead duties playing alternate ends, with Ian Poletti 2nd and Mick Boyle skip. And good to see Mick back in action after a 6 weeks layoff. The lucky $20 draw went to Ron Hull, (winner must be in attendance to claim!)

Saturday 13th A medley stableford event div one saw Colin Wormleaton win again with 39 from Anthoney Smith 38 div two won Paul Maxwell 36 from Richard Hannah 35 ball rundown to 33

longest putt Stephen Kimber NTPs 5 Dale Hanson 7 Trevor Peck 8Graham Long 13 Steve Frost 15 Ashton Herbert 18 Colin Wormleaton $70 pro pin

Friday April 12. 54 entries and Angry Lawrence, Paddy Byrne and Greg Hynes were the winners. 2nd to Harry the Rock, Charlie Potter and Mino Bettanin and 3rd to Harry Boston, Chris D'Elboux and Syd Campton. Lucky Losers were Messrs McNally, Mann and Boyle. The Lucky Bowler wasn't... Peter Meehan letting his rinkmates down by drawing an incorrect number. That means $600 next week,

“Half time saw Strikers holding the lead 2-0.

“Defenders Milla Field, Bella Weaver, Naikya TaylorDuffus were called upon to shut down the attack multiple times, and send the ball back through to the midfield and strikers,” concluded Welsh.

Thank you to everyone for participating!

Remember: A bad day at the bridge table is still better than cleaning the house.

16 players attended Richard's 'Improve Your Bridge' session on Wednesday morning. Richard set up a Board for the 4 tables to consider the bidding and play. The results were interesting and demonstrate how interesting the game of bridge is. The bidding varied from 3 Clubs to 3 No Trumps to 5 Clubs to 7 Clubs. Special congratulations to Sandra Ellis who bid 7 Clubs and made 13 tricks. The players then had the opportunity to extend their existing skills by playing 28 interesting and challenging Boards.

Saturday also saw Nambucca play Macksville at Macksville in the Brian Burns Challenge and the result was not good with Macksville winning Six and a half to one and a half,

Results for pennants played at South West Rocks. Div 2 lost 3-2 Div 3 lost 4-1 and Div 4 won 3-2 congratulation to the winners and better luck next time to those that lost. Next round

of which $300 HAS to go off.

Pennants. Our Grade 3 had a strong win over Sawtell 68-44 for the maximum 10 pts, gaining a further 1 shot lead, 6½pts, over Urunga.

Grade 5 earnt 9pts with a great 66-53 win over Park Beach away from home but are a distant third to Urunga.

Grade 6 went down 9-1, 7749 to Park Beach at home.

Grade 7 were also beaten 1-9 53-73 away at Sawtell but

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On Sunday 14th we also hosted the Darcy Habgood charity day which proved to be a great day with a 4 person ambrose event a fantastic turnout I sure everyone will wish Darcy their best in her future endeavours well done to all those involved in the running of the event and congratulations to the winning team

made up for it with a great 9-1 win in the rain deferred Round 6 game against Urunga on Sunday morning. This weekend's games see the 3's at Park Beach, the 5's home to Sawtell, the 6's at Woopi and the 7's home to Bowraville.

Minor Singles Round 1 is due to be played April 21, 8.45 start.

Over 50's next game is at Scotts Head on May 7.

Sarah Mander fires hat-trick as Strikers romp to 8-0 victory

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against Bellingen on Saturday,” he said.

“Nambucca, playing their first game of the season, were hoping to start the season on a positive note and didn’t disappoint.

“With five new players from last year’s successful line-up, the team quickly got into stride in attacking style.

“Slick two touch movement up front and positive running from midfield found the visitors 3-0 ahead in the first fifteen minutes.

“With the pace of the game and the heat of the afternoon, Nambucca dropped back a gear and controlled midfield.

“Half time saw the team change tactics and concentrate on ball possession and control, which saw the team put more goals away in very convincing fashion.”

Not surprisingly coach Jones was delighted with the opening day of the season and the continuous development of the squad.

“A very pleasing outcome with so many new players, combinations will develop, this will develop in training.

“Everyone did their job, Brindley White, the new centre midfielder ran well into space.

“Ashleigh White ran all afternoon and was unlucky not to get a hat-trick as well.

“Our backs were, as usual, strong and dominant and

didn’t allow our goalkeeper much involvement in the game, but she is happy with a clean sheet,” Jones said.

Round three sees the Nambucca Strikers travel north, into the den to face Coffs Coast Tigers on Saturday April with a 1pm kick off.

Sophia Welsh running down the wing for Nambucca Strikers under 12 girls.

DOC23/151790

Dear Aboriginal Owner,

The Gaagal Wanggaan National Park Board of Management commenced its third term of office on the 20th of October 2020. To ensure the ongoing operations of the Board of Management, the Board hosted an Aboriginal Owner nomination meeting on the 2nd of November 2019 to call for nominations for Aboriginal Owner Board members for the 2020 to 2024 term.

The Gaagal Wanggaan National Park Board of Management will complete its third term of office on the 19th of October 2024. To ensure the ongoing operations of the Board of Management, the Board will host an Aboriginal Owner nominations meeting on the 9th of March 2024 to call for nominations for Aboriginal Owner Board Members for the 2024 to 2028 term .

A second Aboriginal Owner nomination meeting is now being held to seek nominations for the Ballangarry Family Deputy and the Marshall/Edwards Deputy.

I am inviting all Aboriginal Owners to attend the nominations meeting which will be held at the Macksville Ex-Services Club on the 20th of April commencing at 10:00am. Consistent with the previous Aboriginal Owner nominations meetings, to be nominated as a Board Member or Deputy you must be present at the nominations meeting.

I am inviting all Aboriginal Owners that have an association with the Ballangarry family and the Marshall/Edwards family to attend a nomination meeting on the 18th of April 2023 commencing at 5pm, at the Macksville Ex-Services Club. Consistent with established nominations processes, to be nominated as a Board Member or Deputy you must be present at the nominations meeting.

Ex-Services Club. Consistent with established nominations processes, to be nominated as a Board Member or Deputy you must be present at the nominations meeting.

The nominations meeting will be independently facilitated , and a representative of the Office of the Registrar Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 will also be present to discuss matters that the Minister considers in appointing Board members.

It is vital that we have a Member and Deputy for each Aboriginal Owner family for a functioning Board and to ensure all Aboriginal Owner family groups have equal representation on the Board so your attendance at this meeting is strongly recommended.

It is vital that we have a Member and Deputy for each Aboriginal Owner family for a functioning Board and to ensure all Aboriginal Owner family groups have equal representation on the Board so your attendance at this meeting is strongly recommended.

If any Aboriginal Owner positions are unable to be filled on the 20th of April 2024, subsequent meetings will be scheduled as required to fill Board vacancies.

All enquiries about Aboriginal Owner nominations should be directed to our Joint Management Coordinator, David Kennedy. David can be contacted on 0408 473 904 or david.kennedy@environment.nsw.gov.au

All enquiries about Aboriginal Owner nominations should be directed to our Joint Management Coordinator, David Kennedy. David can be contacted on 0408 473 904 or david.kennedy@environment.nsw.gov.au

All enquiries regarding Aboriginal Owner nominations should be directed to me. I can be contacted on 0419 895 170.

I look forward to seeing you at the nominations meeting on the 18 th of April.

I look forward to seeing you at the nominations meeting on the 18 th of April.

I look forward to seeing you at the Aboriginal Owners’ nominations meeting on the 20th of April 2024.

Sincerely

Sincerely

Yours sincerely,

Jennie Rosser

Chair

Jennie Rosser Chair Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park Board of Management

Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park Board of Management

Gaagal Wanggaan (South Beach) National Park Chair: Jennie Rosser PO Box 4200, Coffs Harbour Jetty NSW 2450 Tel (02) 6652 0900 Fax (02) 6651 9525 npws.coffscoast@environment.nsw.gov.au ABN 30 841 387 271

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Rip would love a new household with space to run around.

Adoption fee for 2023/2024 is $200 and this includes microchipping, vaccination, desexing & lifetime registration.

Please visit Councils website to view the full list of animals available for adoption or lost. For any adoption enquiries please contact Council on 6568 2555.

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SATURDAY JEOPARDY! AUSTRALIA

NBN, 7.30pm

This US game show institution is getting an Aussie twist. Filmed in England, the Australian version sees UK television stalwart Stephen Fry quiz Aussie players. Flipping the traditional question-and-answer format, Jeopardy! presents answers first in the form of short, written clues. Contestants must then respond in the form of a question that correctly identifies the clue description. Contestants on this quiz show need a vast knowledge, fast buzzer skills and a daring to bet on their intellect. Jeopardy! Australia will test competitors across a range of categories, offering up puzzles, daily doubles and impressive cash prizes.

FRIDAY, April 19

Witness. (Mal, R) 2.00

Of Oz. (Mal, R) 2.25 White Fever. (Ml, R) 2.55 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. (R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

1.15 Traces. (Mads, R)

2.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

WEDNESDAY BULLET TRAIN

SEVEN, 8.30pm

A hip, bucket-hat-wearing Brad Pitt is a twinkly eyed force of nature in this bombastic black comedy action thriller. You’re on track for a violently fun adventure in Atomic Blonde director David Leitch’s caper: it’s infused with the flavour of manga, a hearty dose of Quentin Tarantino’s’s fast-paced style and Guy Ritchie’s barbed dialogue. Pitt is magnetic as unlucky hit man Ladybug. When he boards the Shinkansen for an easy job to steal a briefcase, crime worlds collide in punchy, colourful and unexpected ways. Set almost entirely aboard the moving train, the journey is loaded with stunning scenery, comic book-style fights and exaggerated characters. With Atlanta’s Brian Tyree Henry and Fargo’s Joey King, it’s an action-packed ode to karma.

WorldWatch. 9.20 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.20 Outta Town Adventures. (Final, PG) 10.50 Mountain Vets. (Final, PGa) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05

Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (PGavw, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Inside Windsor Castle. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Ancient Egypt By Train. (R)

8.30 Michael Palin: Into Iraq. (Ms, R)

9.25 Secrets Of The Lost Liners. (PGa, R)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 A French Case. (Malv)

11.45 L’Opera. (Mdls, R)

2.25 Employable Me (UK) (Mals, R)

3.35 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

THURSDAY

STANLEY TUCCI: SEARCHING FOR ITALY

SBS, 8.30pm

Actor Stanley Tucci has all the charm of a leading

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Murder, She Baked: A Peach Cobbler Mystery. (2016, PGav, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG)

3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Colin Fassnidge explore Uluru. Graham Ross visits the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Clarissa Feildel prepares some Malaysian fried chicken.

8.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl, R) Hosts Samantha Armytage and Natalie Gruzlewski bring together a group of new farmers on a quest to find true love, beginning with the first three setting out on a series of speed dates.

2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 Million Dollar Minute.

(R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.

5.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

with curiosity and humour, The Devil Wears Prada star has amiably eaten and chatted his way through his ancestral country. Tonight, the final episode of season two arrives and it could be Tucci’s final junket through Italy, at least for this series; a third season of pastaeating and sea-gazing is not on the horizon. On this final itinerary is one of the most famous and frequented regions of Italy: Liguria, also known as the Italian Riveria. It’s a scenic way for this gastronomic delight to bow out, but given Tucci’s conspicuous flair as a travel guide, don’t be surprised if he pops up in another gorgeous location sometime soon.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG)

11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: The Gift

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 7. Parramatta Eels v Dolphins.

9.55 Golden Point. Post-match

NRL wrap-up. 10.45 MOVIE: The Rhythm Section. (2020, MA15+adlsv, R) Blake Lively.

12.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.40 Pointless. (PG, R)

2.30 Ageless. (R)

3.00 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)

6.00

SATURDAY, April 20

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 1.30 Murder In Provence. (Mav, R) 3.00 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 3.45 Brian Cox’s Adventures In Space And Time. (R) 5.00 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (PG, R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)

6.30 Bluey. (R)

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

7.30 Murder In Provence. (Final, Mav) Part 3 of 3. A love affair seems to be at the heart of a young woman’s death in a nearby town.

9.00 Miniseries: The Suspect. (Mal, R) Part 3 of 5. Joe embarks on his own investigation, while the police continues theirs.

9.50 A Life In Ten Pictures: Carrie Fisher. (PG, R) A look at Carrie Fisher’s life in 10 pictures.

10.45 Happy Valley. (Final, Malv, R) Scores are settled for good.

11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Amstel Gold Women’s Race. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Amstel Gold Men’s Race. H’lights. 4.00 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid C’ship. Round 3. BP Ultimate Rally-Raid. H’lights. 4.30 Roman Megastructures. (PGv, R) 5.30 Untold Arctic Wars. (Premiere, PGaw)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Ireland’s Wild Islands. (PGa)

8.25 Nick Knowles Into Death Valley. (PG)

9.20 Miniseries: The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family. (Mas, R)

10.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PGa, R)

11.20 Between Two Worlds. (Malv)

12.15 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s, R)

1.15 Miniseries: New Gold Mountain. (Madl, R)

3.15 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

SUNDAY, April 21

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PGa, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Dream Gardens. (R) 3.00 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (Final, R) 4.40 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass: Ageing Fabulously.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PGa) Sister Julienne helps care for a first-time mother who is going through a challenging diagnosis.

8.30 Vera. (Ma) Part 3 of 3. Vera investigates when the body of the co-owner of a chip shop is found in his own freezer.

10.05 Happy Valley. (Final, Malv, R) Scores are settled for good.

11.15 The Messenger. (Mal, R)

1.05 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.55 Rage Closer. (R) 4.00 The Soundtrack Of Australia. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Surf Life Saving. National C’ships. 2.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Flèche Wallonne. Women’s race. H’lights. 4.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Flèche Wallonne. Men’s race. H’lights. 5.00 Cycling. National Road Series. Tour of Brisbane. H’lights. 5.30 Untold Arctic Wars. (PGalw)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Cambridgeshire Crucifixion. (PG)

8.35 Destination Ancient Rome.

10.20 Egypt Code Breakers. (R)

11.25 End Of The World: The Mayans. (PGa, R)

12.25 The Riddle Of The Roman Coneheads. (PGa, R)

1.20 Secrets Of Playboy. (Mads, R)

3.45 Employable Me (UK) (MA15+l, R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. All Aged Stakes Day, Mornington Cup Day, Charity Race Day and Morphettville Race Day.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Officers stop a woman from Canada.

7.30 MOVIE: The Mummy Returns. (2001, Mhv, R) A couple battle a resurrected mummy. Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz.

10.15 MOVIE: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021, MA15+v) An assassin is reunited with her mother. Karen Gillan.

6.00 Ready Steady Cook. (R) Hosted by Miguel Maestre.

7.00 The Dog House. (PGa) A couple are looking for an outgoing pup and a playful spaniel may be the perfect match.

8.00 Ambulance UK. (Mad) It is a busy weekend night shift across Lancashire as crews attend to patients with mental health issues. A paramedic is dispatched to a baby born in the passenger seat of a car.

10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PG, R)

Todd takes on the role of babysitter.

11.30 FBI: International. (Mv, R)

Kellett questions her new relationship. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

1.00 Football. AFL. Round 6. Sydney v Gold Coast Suns. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R)

5.00 Seven News At 5.

12.45 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 3. Taupo Super400. Day 1. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Mystic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) 6.00 Seven News.

10.45 MOVIE: Nobody’s Fool. (2018, MA15+) 12.45am Life After Lockup. 3.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. 4.00 Power Players. 4.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports.

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

7.30 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! (Final, PGals) The top three celebrities receive a visit from their loved ones, before the King or Queen of the Jungle is crowned. 9.00 FBI. (Mv) After a local club owner is found dead, the team works quickly to find the motive behind the murder. OA is smitten with a new love interest, but is concerned that she’s mixed up with the wrong crowd.

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

1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

www.newsofthearea.com.au

Our Vietnam War. (PGa, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (Final, PG, R) 2.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Old People’s Home For Teenagers. (Final, R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.20 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.20 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PG, R) 11.10 Ancient Invisible Cities. (PG, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.05 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (PG, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Infected Earth. (PGal) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

SBS World News. 7.30 Finding Your Roots. (PG) 8.30 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. 9.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Christian. (Malv)

11.55 My Brilliant Friend. (Masv, R)

3.10 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)

4.15 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS MOVIES (32)

(2018,

(2016,

(2010,

(1999, PG) 4.40

(2019, M)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG)

The ladies explore rural life.

9.15 9-1-1. (Mav) Bobby and Athena respond to the explosion on the cruise, racing to aid injured passengers. 10.15 The Irrational. (Final, Mav) 11.15 The Latest: Seven News. 11.45 The Clown And The Candyman. (MA15+av, R)

6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (Return) A fresh batch of talented and passionate amateur cooks competes to impress the judges.

9.15 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) Rookie agent Ray Cannon struggles to prove himself when he joins the fugitive task force.

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

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PGa, R) 11.00 Ancient Invisible Cities. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (PG, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

8.30 Insight. (R)

9.30 Dateline. (R)

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.00 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence. (Ms, R)

11.50 Faking Hitler. (Mln)

12.45 Reyka. (MA15+av, R)

3.45 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am All At Sea. Continued. (2010, PG) 6.40 My Brilliant Career. (1979) 8.30 Topkapi. (1964, PG) 10.45 Motherhood. (2018, M) 12.20pm Shirley. (2020, M) 2.20 Nights In Rodanthe. (2008, PG) 4.10 A King In New York. (1957, PG) 6.10 Good Night, And Good Luck. (2005, PG) 7.50 Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 9.30 The Conference. (2022, M, German) 11.35 The Fortress. (2017, MA15+, Korean) 2.10am Late Programs.

7MATE (64)

NITV (34)

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. The contestants are thrown into their first big service challenge, with celebrity chef Jamie Oliver running the kitchen. 9.00 NCIS. (Mv) The team is in a race against time to find an officer who disappeared during his wedding proposal.

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

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

7MATE (64)

NITV (34)

Anzac Day March Sydney. 12.30 Gallipoli Dawn Service. 1.30 Villers-Bretonneux Dawn Service. 2.30 ABC News On Anzac Day. 3.00 The Many Days Of Anzac. (PG, R) 4.00 Teacups. (PGa, R) 4.05 Aust Story. (R) 4.40

Miriam Margolyes Impossibly Australian. (PG, R) 5.35 Grand Designs. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PG, R) 11.00 Ancient Invisible Cities. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline.

(R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Coastal Ireland With Adrian Dunbar.

(R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml)

8.35 Swift Street. (Premiere, Malv)

9.35 Putin And The West: The Next Chapter.

SBS World News Late.

You Shall Not Lie. (MA15+als) 12.10 COBRA. (Mal, R) 3.45 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00

R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG, R) 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. (PG, R) 11.00 The Art Of France. (PGal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Alone Australia. (Ml, R) 3.05 The Rover Of Tobruk. (PGalv) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10

Etoa: A Kokoda Track Story. (PGa, R) 5.05

Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Anzac. Lemnos. 1915. (PGa)

8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (Final, PGas)

9.20 Blue Lights. (Malv)

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Illegals. (Madlv)

11.50 Auschwitz: One Day. (MA15+av, R)

12.50 Miniseries: The Long Call. (Mals, R)

2.40 Employable Me (UK) (PGa, R) 3.45

World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. (R) 4.55

Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines

The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGas)

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG)

Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 MOVIE: Bullet Train. (2022, MA15+lvw) Five assassins aboard a bullet train discover their missions have something in common. Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson.

11.10 The Latest: Seven News.

11.40 Tears Of Hope… With David Wenham. (Ma, R)

12.55

6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Sofia Levin sets the contestants a challenge.

8.45 FBI: International. (Mv, R) Jubal Valentine and Nina Chase join the fly team in Rome to gather intel after an American architect is abducted.

9.40 FBI. (Mv, R) To bolster Scola’s mission, Maggie calls in Remy Scott.

10.35 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R)

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

in his recovery.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 7. GWS Giants v Brisbane Lions.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 The Amazing Race. (PGl, R)

Hosted

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Contestants compete in an immunity challenge.

8.40 Gogglebox Australia. (Final) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+adv, R) The team investigates a sexual assault.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

Hat-trick Hero

By David WIGLEY

THE Nambucca Strikers kicked off their season in spectacular fashion, cruising to an impressive 8-0 victory over the Bellingen Bats last week at Connell Park in the Women’s Division Two South.

Leading the charge was Sarah Mander, whose exceptional performance saw her netting a hat-trick for the Strikers. Ashleigh White also shone brightly, securing a brace, while goals from Brindley White, Allie Hancock, and Wulaaren Walker added to the team's commanding win.

Coach Rhys Jones shared his thoughts on the season opener, providing valuable insights after the previous week's washout.

“Nambucca women’s team skipper Sarah Mander opened her goal scoring account for 2024 with a well taken hat-trick

q Sarah Mander fired a hat-trick for the Strikers.

Photo: Sigrid Campbell.