Nambucca Valley News Of The Area 26 April 2024

“The first is when you are a toddler – everyone will smile at your antics – and the second time is when you pass 70,” she said.

“By the time you reach that milestone, you’ve seen it all, done it all - even though your kids think you haven’t - and as long as it's legal you can get away with anything.”

Carrolline adds that if you are really lucky, you meet likeminded others who join you in

Unpredictable and slightly mad: Wyz Wimmin prepare for new Nambucca show

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rattling the cage of conformity, and she says with delight that she has achieved just that.

She is referring to her collaboration with Anne Joyce, who has worked professionally as a director, performer and script writer in several countries, and Helen Kirkpatrick, a multi-award winning actor.

When these three were past their 70th birthdays they decided to form a theatre company, determined to explore the possibilities of the performing arts.

They began by calling themselves the 3Wyz Wimmin and their aim was to use scripts

written by local playwrights.

From Raleigh Winery to Coffs Harbour’s Botanic Gardens, from the Nambucca Valley’s country halls and Bowraville Theatre, their sold out audiences were enthralled and transfixed.

This was theatre as they had never seen it: polished performers on local stages presenting wholly engaging regional stories.

Now, several years later, there are eighteen members

of the Wyz Wimmin & Friends Theatre Company and they are about to stage ‘Into the Spotlight’, a two-act comedy set in Reedy River Retirement Resort, which is said to be located beside the river somewhere in the Nambucca Valley.

Written by Carrolline and directed by Anne with Helen as assistant director, ‘Into the Spotlight’ will be presented over the Mother’s Day weekend at Nambucca

Community and Arts Centre.

Anne, Helen and Carrolline say audiences will have never seen anything quite like it.

“It is unconventional, slightly mad and wholly unpredictable,” they said.

Google The Wyz Wimmin & Friends for more information or refer to the advertisement in this edition of the Nambucca Valley News Of The Area.

Scotts Head’s popularity causing headaches

By Ned COWIE

THREE members of the Scotts Head Community Group (SHCG) addressed Nambucca Valley councillors at last week’s Council meeting, held at the Macksville-Scotts Head Surf Life Saving Club, to share issues the community is facing and their vision for the future.

Anthony Crimmins, Janet Granek and John Schmidt spoke on the popularity of Scotts Head over recent years, the unique system of governance in place and the community’s needs.

“More and more people are making Scotts Head their home, favourite holiday spot or favourite beach (daytrippers),” Anthony Crimmins told the meeting.

He told Council that the most recent population census put the population of the village at 986 people, up from 794 in the previous survey, but that with the local caravan park’s visitors and private visitors to the area, the group estimated that this population figure could be tripling in peak holiday periods.

“This popularity is supported by Surf Lifesaving Australia data which shows

that for the previous year between the first and fourteenth of January, 10,838 people visited Scotts Head Beach,” Mr Crimmins said.

“This is more than the combined totals for Nambucca Heads and Valla Beach and basically makes Scotts Head the most popular beach in the Nambucca Valley.”

He outlined the effects of this including pressures on parking, waste management, maintenance and an increase in crime and anti-social behaviour.

Crimmins explained that most beaches and foreshore land in Scotts Head are Crown land, managed by Reflections Holiday Parks, while anything inland of this is owned and managed by Nambucca Valley Council.

As for the unique governance in place at the popular beach town, Mr

According to the SHCG, most places that people who move to the area love and enjoy are not managed by Council, but by the manager of the local caravan park, making it a unique yet frustrating situation for locals who feel they have little input into decision making in the area.

Janet Granek of SHCG told Council of the exhaustive

Marine Rescue volunteers plead with Council to dredge parts of the Nambucca River

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at last Thursday’s Council meeting regarding the need for dredging in the Nambucca River.

“We can’t launch our boat 80 percent of the time.

“This is why we are asking Council to help with dredging around our base and around the boat ramps,” a frustrated Mr Nicholas explained.

According to the pair, the Nambucca Marine Rescue

Marine Rescue patrols the entire NSW coast, the Murray River and other large lakes and rivers, working closely with Surf Lifesaving and the State Emergency Service.

The Nambucca unit boasts 22 volunteers and covers the area from Grassy Head to Urunga, for seven nautical miles out to sea

and as well as the region’s five rivers including the Nambucca River.

“A lot of people seem to think that we save marine life - dolphins and that kind of thing - but that is not the case,” Mr Nicholas said.

“We’re out to save (human) lives; that’s our main job.

“During the Christmas period we average one to two rescues a day,” Mr Nicholas explained of the

headaches for community

community consultation which the group has undertaken recently.

This has resulted in the draft form of a vision statement aimed at holding onto and protecting what residents love - the village lifestyle of the area.

q Marine Rescue Nambucca spokespeople addressed Council requesting help with dredging parts of the Nambucca River.

All three speakers stated the need for community and major stakeholders, i.e. Crown Land and Nambucca Valley Council, to work together to face the challenges posed by popularity and population growth in the area.

John Schmidt as third

speaker for the group talked about the need for communication between the stakeholders on matters such as dog control and setting a ‘master plan’ for the area to which all three parties could commit.

q Much of the foreshore land in Scotts Head is managed by Reflections Holidays Parks.

organisation’s importance to the community.

However, due to long term changes in the Nambucca River, some of them manmade such as the introduction of sand islands, the river around the Nambucca Marine Rescue unit’s base has become increasingly shallow and the rescue boat is often unable to be launched.

Furthermore, other parts of the river have also become shallow and at low tide it is often impossible to reach those in trouble by boat.

Mr Nicholas said that recently a boat carrying eleven passengers, some of

them children, had needed rescuing, but since the Marine Rescue group’s boat could not be launched, two jet skis had had to make multiple trips, some at night aided only by torchlight, to rescue all persons aboard the vessel.

“We are working around this situation (shallow water), like launching the boat from other locations, but we are coming up with really inefficient solutions, just to save lives,” he said.

According to Gary Nichols, the Nambucca rescue group’s Unit Commander, dredging the river would be very expensive.

“It would cost around $5 million every seven years which is ridiculous and can’t be done,” Mr Nichols said.

He urged Council to clear at least the channels and around the Marine Rescue base so that the organisation can continue to preserve lives.

Mr Nichols also explained that Nambucca Marine Rescue was looking into other options, such as purchasing a new boat, launching from other boat ramps and moving their base of operations but all possible solutions would cost a great deal of money.

New name sought for unnamed road in Yarranbella

By Ned COWIE

CHANGED configuration of the area of the Nambucca Valley around 81 Kosekai Road would create a new road requiring a name and at last week’s Council meeting, three names were proposed for locals to consider: Wanbro, Dunggir and Mistake.

Mayor Hoban put forward a motion to change the numbering of several properties along Kosekai Road and to make a new road name for a currently-unnamed side road in Yarranbella.

Addresses affected would be current property addresses with street numbers greater than 46 on Kosekai Road.

The residents concerned would need to notify all relevant institutions of this official change to their address.

The name Wanbro (pronounced Wombro) would be put forward as Council’s first choice for the new road name.

Wanbro was reportedly the name of a Gumbaynggirr cleverman or traditional healer who lived in that area

and is buried in a cave on Whip Mountain.

from the intersection,” Mayor Rhonda Hoban told Council.

www.nambucca.nsw.gov.au

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.

Mayor Hoban said that the main reason for the changes is the confusing nature of current addressing in the area.

“There are two 81 Kosekai Road (properties), around four kilometres apart and neither of them is .81 m

“It was really highlighted during the bushfires when emergency services couldn’t find people,” she added.

Councillors resolved to consult with locals affected as to the three proposed names for the road to be named and ask if any other suggestions

could be made. They also resolved to consult with the community on changing street numbers in Kosekai Road and, subject to consultation and approval by the Geographical Names Board, new street signs would be installed to reflect any changes made.

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.

q A map of proposed changes to Kosekai Road. Photo: Nambucca Valley Council.

Voices4Cowper promote impact of Independents in Federal politics

By Andrew VIVIAN

THE impact of community independents in Federal Parliament and the close results in Cowper last Federal election have inspired the Voices4Cowper group to hold two ‘Town Hall’ style events on Sunday 5 May, one in Port Macquarie and another in Coffs Harbour.

“For too long, major political parties have taken seats like ours for granted,” said Bec Davis, Co-Chair of Voices4Cowper.

“Our Kitchen Table Conversations survey responses clearly show that people are tired of being represented by politicians who simply follow party lines.

“There is excitement at the possibility of being represented by someone who listens to the community and acts in a way that is aligned with our priorities.

Each event will feature a conversation between Phil Haines, co-founder of Voice for Indi, and Caz Heise, the 2022 independent candidate for Cowper.

They will share reflections from their campaigning experience, insights into the impact of the independents in Canberra and implications for the electorate of Cowper.

The Victorian rural seat of Indi made history when the community developed a model for doing politics differently, leading to a win by an independent for four elections in a row, in a seat that the Coalition had previously held for generations.

“The story of Voices for Indi is one of everyday people coming together to listen, then working to improve democratic representation in their electorate,” Mr Haines said.

“Our electorate is diverse and spread out, but we know that whether you live in Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, the Macleay Valley, or Port Macquarie, we will all be better off if our voice in Canberra focuses on our community first when making decisions.”

“We built a movement to do politics differently, and I’m excited to share our experience with the community in Cowper.”

Despite narrowly losing to Nationals candidate Pat Conaghan in the 2022 Federal Election, Ms Heise said she remains “passionate about doing democracy differently”.

“This event offers a chance for us to explore how we move forward together to shape Cowper to meet our needs.

“Independents have brought integrity back to parliament and actually represent their communities rather than the lobby groups that influence the major parties.”

Ms Heise said independents have proven themselves already by introducing bills and amending others.

For example Helen Haines introduced the Integrity in Parliament Bill and Zali Steggall has advocated for a code of conduct for members of parliament.

Haise said they have pushed for transparency in parliament through initiatives such as a lobbyist register and the publication of ministerial diaries, which have been resisted by the major parties.

She stressed that independents are thinking about the future, tackling the big issues such as climate change, social justice and housing, while working with communities to develop local economies and jobs to ensure they continue to thrive.

Tickets to the events are free but registration is essential.

The Port Macquarie event will be held at MakerSpace (The Shed) from 10am until11:30am and the Coffs

q 2022 Federal Election candidate Caz Heise will be a facilitator at the events. Photo: Voices4Cowper.

Harbour event will be held from 4:30pm until 6pm at the Cavanbah Hall.

Registration can be found at humantix.com.

at https://www.voices4cowper. org/survey.

By Mick BIRTLES

BOWRAVILLE Central School’s Stage 3 and 4 students have recently taken part

group of students going

community to film a music video for two of the tracks they had recorded.

The project was an extension of the annual Artist in Residence Project involving Tasman Keith, which has been running for three years at Bowraville Central School.

The school was pleased to extend the project this year, with Tasman working in the school for most of Term 1.

“The goal of this project was to encourage student voice and it tied in fabulously with the current Stage 4 English program, ‘Powerful Youth Voices’,” a spokesperson for the project told News Of The Area.

“We were incredibly thrilled by what our student voices produced in this year's project and a massive thank you goes out to Tasman Keith and the Australian Literacy and Numeracy Foundation, they are fantastic.”

q Nationally renowned recording artist Tasman Keith (centre) with project participants in the Bowraville Central School music room. Photo: supplied.

Mobile speed camera sites to double in NSW

THE NSW Government is doubling the amount of roadside enforcement sites used for mobile speed cameras.

Cameras will be able to be deployed in 2,700 new sites across the state.

The NSW Government says the number of enforcement hours will remain at around 21,000 hours per month across NSW, regardless of the new sites where cameras can operate.

So far in 2024, 109 people have lost their lives on NSW roadsthirteen higher than the same point in 2023.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said, “The rollout of 2,700 new mobile speed camera enforcement sites across NSW will predominantly occur in regional NSW where 1,650 new sites will be eligible once the scoping period is completed over the coming twelve months.

“This is entirely appropriate considering regional NSW represents a third of the NSW

population but two-thirds of deaths on our roads.

“We want the public along for the

ride on this and urge anyone with a suggested site in mind where safety would be enhanced by a roadside mobile camera to tell Transport for NSW.”

q Mobile speed cameras will be able to be deployed in 2,700 new sites across the state.

In accordance with the Co-operatives (Adoption of National Law) Act 2012, it is hereby notified that, at the expiration of one month from the date of the publication of this notice, it is the intention of the Co-operative to cancel the membership and forfeit the shares of the undermentioned members.

The Members listed have not been an active member of the Co-operative for a continuous period of 2 years and their whereabouts are presently not known.

For further information or enquiries please contact our Registered Office on 02 65681411 or email info@namcoop.com.au

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Passive protest halts Grassy Head playground upgrade

By Jen HETHERINGTON

IN March 2024 residents of Grassy Head and surrounds were affronted by a lack of consultation from Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) over an upgrade to a local playground.

A beach side area of temporary fencing was erected around native grasses and herbs, and preliminary earthworks began for the impending construction and installation of an assortment of colourful plastic play equipment, swings and an electric BBQ/shelter area.

Subsequent to the halted construction, which had been intended to commence in early April, KSC representatives Arron Johnston and Dylan Reeves arranged an onsite meeting on Thursday 18 April with the collective ‘Friends of Grassy Head Beach Nature Reserve’, a group of approximately 20 individuals.

“Grassy Head Reserve is in need of attention but on a smaller scale than proposed on the site fencing signage,” a spokesperson for the group said.

“The reserve has limited infrastructure, and any changes need to fit with the natural setting,

designed to be in keeping with the values of the reserve, which is unique, and becoming a rare, natural park where native bushland meets the sea.”

Group members believe the new site for the playground is unsuitable, and argue the play tower is inappropriate for this reserve due to fears of microplastics entering the environment.

Locals have suggested a variety of changes to the proposed works, including reducing hard surfaces as much as possible, and the erection of bollards to reduce parking on tree roots.

Kempsey Shire Council’s Dylan Reeves stated that compliance issues mean the replacement is necessary for safety reasons, at which the community consensus echoed, “We would be happy to replace like for like”, with ‘improvements’

to be in keeping with the natural environment and aesthetics.

KSC confirmed that all concerns will be considered in the amended plan of works.

Youth gather to share their voices

By Jen HETHERINGTON

AS an occasion for local youth to share and unpack the results of the recent Nambucca Valley Youth Survey, a 200-plus strong gathering converged at the Macksville High School Auditorium on Thursday 11 April for the full day ‘YOUth Speak’ Forum.

Strategy Lead for Becoming U

Nambucca Valley, Andrew Davis, stated, “Nambucca Valley YOUth Speak is a multifaceted project that will see youth people work together with other young people along with mobilising the support of a broad array of community allies across the local region to create youthdriven, community supported projects around youth-determined priorities.”

The results of the recent

Nambucca Valley Youth Survey, which garnered over 1000 respondents, uncovered the aspirations and issues most important to young people living in the Nambucca Valley and helps to place youth voices and local young people at the centre of creating project responses they are passionate about.

As part of the participating cohort from across the LGA,

Nambucca Heads High School students Ashton Angus and Matilda Rhind provided valuable feedback.

“We are excited to see what happens now, and what these next steps mean for our community in the future as the YOUth Speak project gathers together and creates a report on all that came out of the forum and we start working together on youth-led projects to pitch back to the community.”

“Next stages of the YOUth Speak project will see like-minded young people join forces and with support, work together to develop and pitch their own youth-driven project ideas back to an even broader gathering of the local community.

“This work seeks to support young people to become the catalyst for change.

Mr Davis said he and the students are excited for the next stage of the project.

“Seed funding will be available to help bring those ideas and projects to life along with everything else supportive community members, organisations and groups might also bring to the table.”

Support for the day was enthusiastically provided by: Becoming U/Uniting, Jaanymili Bawrrungga, Nambucca Youthie, Nambucca Valley Council, Mission Australia, Wesley Mission, Carers NSW, Nambucca Valley Rotary Club, Smart Arts, FRRR, Reconnect, Lifetime Connect, Blue Sky Community Services, NSW Health, NSW Office for Regional Youth, Nambucca Community and Arts Centre, Nambucca Valley Hub, Uniting - 120 Countdown Program, Nambucca Anglican Church, ShoreTrack, Macksville High School, Bowraville Central School and Nambucca Heads High School.

q Kempsey Shire Council signage announces the upgrade.

q The construction site adjacent to the beach.

q A passive yet poignant protest.

q The Macksville High School Auditorium was an ample venue.

Targeting knife crime across NSW

A MAJOR police operation throughout NSW has targeted knife crime across the state.

Operation Foil ran from 1pm

Thursday 11 April 2024 until 1:30am Saturday 13 April 2024, and saw more than 800 officers from every Police Area Command and Police District in NSW, assisted by specialist officers from Youth Command, Police Transport and Public Safety Command and Traffic and Highway Patrol Command, target knife crime and anti-social behaviour.

During the high visibility operation 51 knives/weapons were seized with 145 people charged with weapon related offences, including seizure of a firearm.

Additionally, police detected a number of breaches, including: 51 people arrested over outstanding warrants, 170 drug detections, 1,065 traffic infringement notices issued, and 410 rail infringement notices issued.

Police also performed almost 5000 random breath tests and 469 bail compliance checks.

Operation Pivot was also run in conjunction with Operation Foil, and is an initiative to reduce crime through early intervention and engagement with young people.

Since it began in 2021, Operation Pivot has seen police engage with more than 3200 atrisk youths across NSW, and deliver anti-violence presentations to 987 schools, educating more than 180,000 students.

Manager North-West Metropolitan Region said the aim of Operation Foil was to remove weapons from the streets and make the community safer.

“Operation Foil was established to focus on knife crime and to get these dangerous weapons out of the hands of those individuals who may potentially use them to target other people,” said Darren Newman.

“People need to understand that carrying a knife is illegal unless you have a justifiable reason.

“If you are armed with a knife and become involved in an altercation where someone is injured or even killed, you can face a substantial prison sentence.

“We have also been working with our colleagues from Youth Command as part of Operation Pivot in attending schools and speaking with kids to deter them away from knife crime.

“Operations of this nature will continue to be run by police,” said Superintendent Newman.

Unions representing a broad swathe of the NSW workforce are calling on the NSW Government to urgently introduce new powers for police to conduct non-invasive knife searches in public.

Unions are seeking police to have the right to conduct “wanding” searches, which would allow officers to use metal detectors to search people without a warrant.

Similar laws were recently introduced in Queensland where they are known as ‘Jack’s Law’, after seventeen-year-old Jack Beasley who was fatally stabbed outside

a convenience store in Surfers Paradise.

“This non-intrusive search measure will assist our police officers to prevent and disrupt kniferelated crime,” said Kevin Morton, President, Police Association of NSW.

“This is a non-invasive scan that is already used at large scale events from concerts to sporting finals, from getting on a plane to walking into the Easter Show.

“Scanning for weapons is part of keeping the people of New South Wales safe.

“We want to proactively prevent knife crime from occurring.

“This is not an enforcement issue, but about keeping the community safe in day to day life.”

Stewart Little, General Secretary, Public Service Association of NSW told NOTA, “Our members are out there each day in the community and every knife that’s on the streets makes them a little less safe.

“If you’re carrying a concealed knife you should know there’s a very good chance you’re going to get caught by the police.

"That’s the peace of mind my members want and it’s what their communities want.

"Our members that work in the police, youth justice, and the prison system are appalled at the current incidence of youth knife crime. Something needs to be done.”

Adam Hall, Political Division Secretary, Health Services Union (NSW) said, “We can’t have a

q During the high visibility operation 51 knives/weapons were seized with 145 people charged with weapon related offences, including seizure of a firearm.

situation where people put on their jeans and sneakers and casually slip a knife into their back pocket.

“It’s just not on.

“Health workers have enough to worry about and deserve to feel safe

as they tend to patients and keep our hospitals running.

“New laws are really important.

“We can’t eliminate risk but we can certainly minimise it.’’

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Sewage treatment upgrade to start in May

AN UPGRADE to the Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant is expected to commence next month, according to Bellingen Shire Council.

The upgrade is Phase 1 of the Council’s Sewering Coastal Villages Project, which will see a comprehensive upgrade of the Shire’s sewer system and address environmental concerns relating to the Kalang and Bellinger River.

It is expected that the tender process for Phase 2, which involves on-site sewage treatment systems in key areas such as Raleigh and Mylestom, will get underway later this year.

“We are thrilled to be able to announce the commencement of Phase 1 of the Sewering Coastal Villages Project,” Mayor Cr Steve Allan said.

“This is a significant milestone in our commitment to addressing environmental concerns and enhancing community wellbeing.

“We appreciate the understanding and patience of our community as we complete these works.”

The upgrades of the Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant will involve increased heavy vehicle movement on roads in the area and potential noise impacts for residents. However, it is anticipated that noise impacts will be minimal due to the construction site location in relation to residents.

Community members can also now access a report that outlines a historical timeline of the key decisions and milestones throughout the project.

To access this report, and general information on the project, visit https://www.bellingen.nsw.

gov.au/Have-Your-Say/SeweringCoastal-Villages-Project

“With the award of the tender to Leed Engineering and finalisation of post-tender negotiations, we eagerly anticipate the commencement of upgrades to the Urunga Sewage Treatment Plant next month.

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Celebrating generous funding for youth leadership

By Jen HETHERINGTON

BIG celebrations followed as students from Nambucca Heads High School were recognised for their achievements in the recently completed ‘Nambucca Valley Bushfire Local Economic Recovery’ project.

Over the course of two years, Uniting NSW’s local Nambucca Valley place-based ‘Becoming U Youth’ project worked closely with a multitude of local partners, including Nambucca Heads High School and its students, to co design and deliver a vast array of youth projects tailored to identified local needs and priorities as part of a swag of government funded initiatives to support the local community’s recovery from the 2019 bushfires.

With a generous investment of over $400,000 from the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery program, jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments, hundreds of local young people participated in an array of innovative projects

encompassing youth leadership, career and personal development, mentoring and hands-on programs to nurture physical, mental health and respectful relationships whilst deepening their connection to their community and building community allies.

‘Becoming U Nambucca Valley’ representatives outlined the broader program highlights, several of which are now ongoing thanks to the groundswell of support and enthusiasm fostered by the original grant:

• A two-day Careers and Leadership camp for over 50 young people, combining outdoor adventure with inspirational speakers and workshops.

• The creation of over a dozen inspirational short films featuring stories of former local Nambucca Valley youth and the journeys they have taken to rewarding adventures and careers - plus a massive film screening launch event.

• Formation of Nambucca

to Canberra.

Strategy Lead for Becoming U Nambucca Valley, Andrew Davis, told NOTA, “The lunchtime

celebration brought together dozens of student participants to share in a community prepared feed, relive project achievements through a showreel of program highlights, plus provide special recognition

of funders, partners and most of all, the passion, commitment and leadership of the young people themselves that made this program such a positive success.”

Apprentice chef cooking up tasty career prospects

By Mick BIRTLES

BOWRAVILLE Central School

(BCS) Year 12 student and School

Captain, Isaiah MacDonald, has reaped the benefits of an exciting apprenticeship opportunity with an iconic local eatery.

restaurant in Nambucca Heads.

Isaiah recently reached a significant milestone when he officially signed up for an apprenticeship at Matilda’s

Now an Apprentice Chef, this valuable opportunity allows him to pursue his passion for cooking and a great career opportunity while completing his HSC.

Artists collaborate to share ‘True Story’

A TWO-MONTH art residency facilitated by Gumbaynggirr

artist Chris Edwards for artist with disability Edward Barns at Phoenix School of Arts has resulted in an collaborative exhibition called ‘True Story’.

This residency was possible thanks to the support of Arts Mid North Coast, who selected the project as a recipient of the Country Arts Support Program.

“True Story is about sharing stories,” Chris said.

“Ed and I slowly started developing a relationship between the artwork we were

creating and our personal stories, background and experiences.”

The exhibition will showcase a collection of large paintings on canvas; a combination of Ed’s bold, imaginative style and Chris’ contemporary work.

True Story is on display at the Nambucca Valley Phoenix until the end of May.

Balancing one day of work per week with TAFE classes in Coffs Harbour, Isaiah will be working towards his Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, all while continuing his studies at Bowraville Central School.

School-based apprenticeships and traineeships offer a unique pathway for students to gain valuable on-the-job training, earn an income, and obtain formal qualifications alongside their academic pursuits.

A spokesperson for Bowraville Central School told News of the Area, “This innovative and rewarding

pathway is something that we take pride in making available to our students at Bowraville Central School.”

In addition to his apprenticeship, Isaiah was also awarded the prestigious Macksville Hotel's $2,500 Hospitality Scholarship for 2023.

These funds have been instrumental in supporting Isaiah's journey towards becoming workready, helping him invest in essential items like communication technology, driving lessons, and chef equipment and clothing for his TAFE course.

q Nambucca Heads High School students:

Valley Youth Advisory Council with life changing leadership development trip

q Matilda's head chef Cooper Nugent, VET headteacher Eve Riches, Isaiah MacDonald, Isaiah's parent Chantelle Taylor, Training Services NSW’s Suzanne Crossley and Annelies Voorthuis from Apprenticeship Support Australia. Photo: supplied.

q Artists Edward Barns and Chris Edwards.

Bellingen Show ups the ante on sustainability

By Andrea FERRARI

REGENERATIVE

farmer and actress Rachel Ward will open the Bellingen Show on Saturday 4 May, in a nod to the new sustainability focus of the annual agricultural event.

This year’s show will introduce the ‘SustainaBellingen’ Showcase, a series of presentations, interactive panels and workshops taking place throughout the Sunday (May 5) of the Show.

Rachel’s commitment to sustainability and regenerative farming, as depicted in the awardwinning documentary film ‘Rachel’s Farm’, featuring her home farm in the Nambucca Valley, makes her a fitting choice.

She will be joined by Raji Renshaw, an ambassador for Celebrate T21, to co-open the Show.

Rachel will also be chatting about all things beef

and regenerative farming during a taste test with local producers Bello Beef.

The ‘SustainaBellingen’ Showcase will take place on Sunday 5 May from 9am to 3pm in the Entertainment Tent, re-styled for the day as the ‘Planet Talks Tent’.

“Learn, connect and be inspired,” Bellinger River Agricultural Society President Dr Susan Lumsdaine told News Of The Area.

“Hear from local groups dedicated to social, environmental and economic sustainability, share their initiatives and experiences in regenerative agriculture, food security, Gumbaynggirr culture, inclusivity, housing, our local forests, seed saving and more.

“Pull up a pew and learn from locals working at creating a more sustainable and vibrant future for Bellingen.”

While the Show Society’s organisers are passionate about continuing the traditions of the country show, they are, at the same time, keen to reflect Bellingen’s unique personality with carefully curated additions.

“We’re delighted to be showcasing a range of sustainability initiatives this year as a part of the ‘SustainaBellingen’ project.

“We are partnering with OzGREEN to provide Rethink

Waste stations around the Showground, and Northbank Community Garden will be taking our compostable waste.

“CoffeeforClimate will also be helping with their well-established mug library.

“Reducing the amount of single use coffee cups is a key strategy in reducing our landfill waste, so grab a coffee in a mug library cup and take it with you as you stroll around the Show.

“Mugs can be dropped off at any Rethink Waste station or coffee vendor stall,” said Susan.

“Also don’t forget to bring your water bottle that can be filled at either of the two water stations in the Showground.”

Traditional trappings of a country show will abound over the weekend with Show competitions in the Pavilion, horses, cattle, poultry, woodchop, the Grand Parade, a multitude of food and trade stalls as well as the Entertainment Tent, Reptile World and Petting Zoo.

“Challenge yourself on the eight-metre-high climbing wall or in the bungee run or obstacle course,” said Susan.

“And on Saturday we’re bringing back some oldfashioned fun with egg and spoon, sack and three-legged races.”

q The Bellinger River Agricultural Show 2024 will introduce a focus on sustainability, with various workshops and partnerships, such as Rethink Waste with OzGREEN.

Coffs Harbour Show kicks off 110th birthday celebrations

By Andrea FERRARI

THE 2024 Coffs Harbour

Show opens on Friday 26 April at 4pm, kicking off the event’s 110th birthday celebrations.

“Enjoy the adrenaline pumping rides, kids’ corner, show bags and don't forget the dagwood dogs.”

With 110 years to its historic name, the Coffs

“The Show weekend starts with all the fun of the fair,” Coffs Harbour Show President Alice Rehwinkel told News Of The Area.

Show has always brought the community together with events and entertainment that bridge all ages.

On Saturday, the traditional contests will come alive.

“The show horses put their best leg forward in a series of events, the cattle are paraded and the goats get observed and all are judged

and prizes are awarded,” Alice said.

If it’s the contenders for the best boiled fruit cake, the tastiest banana or the most scrumptious scone that’s whetting your appetite, head straight to the Exhibition Hall.

“The hall will be filled up with cookery competition entries, school art displays, Lego, photography, handicraft, sewing, needle craft and more.

“An addition in the newly extended and refurbished hall will be an array of trade stalls from local businesses showing off their products,” she said.

The green areas around the Showground will transform into hubs of activity on Saturday and Sunday with market stalls offering bargains for all.

“More businesses will have outdoor trade displays and information booths dotted around the vast site to explore.”

Taking place on the community stage is a Coffs Show first, a Band Showcase featuring local talent.

“It’s an opportunity for

local bands to perform live on stage,” Alice said.

“The Toormina Year 12 girls band will perform at 3pm.

“We have Hometown Revival, Dream On, The Alex Parker's and Colour me Tragic to name some of the talent to swing and dance along to.”

The grand parade, official opening and birthday cake cutting will be at 2pm on Saturday.

This colourful spectacle features the Young Women candidates, vintage cars, Navy Cadets, Coffs Coast Pipe Band, animal exhibitors and more.

The parade will be led out by Coffs Harbour Show guest, and the current Rodeo Queen of Australia, Ms Jessica Hicks.

Throughout Saturday and Sunday there’s a huge schedule of activities and things to see including the Barru Working Kelpies, mower races, kids’ entertainment, fireworks, Steve McEwan’s Reptile World shows, hula hoop shows, food trucks, Skate and Create, shooting gallery and cultural exhibits.

On Saturday the axes

will be working overtime with competitors aiming to break records and take home some cash and a sash for their efforts in the woodchop section.

Woodchop has been one of the most popular aspects of the Show over its 110 year history, with crowds flocking to the grandstands the minute the chips begin to fly.

Saturday’s program will include a six-a-side Tug-owar of axemen in the main ring immediately before the Grand Parade and Opening ceremony.

“Many thanks go to all of the generous sponsorship from across our city which helps enable us to put on a good show,” said Alice.

“Many thanks to all the volunteers and organisers behind the scenes.

“We look forward to seeing you there.”

Due to weather conditions and rearrangement of grounds there will be limited parking at the showgrounds.

Please check local bus times, otherwise park in the streets and city centre car park areas in the local vicinity.

q Coffs Harbour's Ray McCarthy (right) won the prestigious Britstand Trophy at the Sydney Royal Easter Show in 1957. You can see his memorial woodchop event, the 325mm Underhand Championship, on Saturday courtesy of his family at Coffs Harbour Hardwoods.

A mountain too far as Strikers go down to Dorrigo

By David WIGLEY

THE Nambucca Strikers climbed the mountain to Dorrigo where they met a determined Dorrigo Highlanders side and succumbed to a 2-0 loss in the Men’s Second Division South.

Strikers coach Ricky

Welsh shared his insights on the match.

“Greeted with blustery conditions, it was going to be a great test for the Strikers,” he said.

“Dorrigo got the first little win of the day and without hesitation chose to run with the wind at their backs.”

Dorrigo enjoyed most of the advanced field position in the early stages, leaving Strikers defenders Jacob Staines, Zac Baldwin, Darcy

Holz, Will Dixon and keeper Ken Baldwin with plenty of work to do.

Midway through the first half Dorrigo took the lead from a corner kick which snuck between Baldwin and the front post.

“Not to be outdone the Strikers lifted and managed to create a couple of chances of their own from some great passing from midfield to a new striking combination of Brody Faulds and Ben

Mender,” Welsh said.

“Only for the Dorrigo keeper to collect the ball and roost it back downfield to have the Strikers defending again," Welsh said.

After facing major headwinds in the first half, the Strikers searched for goals in the second stanza with the wind behind their backs.

“As the half time whistle blew it was a sense of relief for the Strikers only being

down 1-0 after defending for 90 percent of the half and knowing that it was then our turn to have the wind at our backs in the second half.

“Starting the second half it was a mirror image of the first half, but this time it was the Strikers with all the field position and moving the ball around with Adam Ward, Ryan Faulds, Arthur Gill and Manuel finding plenty of space through the midfield.”

Despite the possession

and plenty of dangerous surging runs forward, the Strikers weren’t able to find the back of the net.

“It was Dorrigo who claimed a late goal against the run of play and in turn took the all-important three points with a 2-0 victory,” Welsh said.

The Strikers host Orara Valley Dingoes at their home turf at Coronation Park on Saturday 27 April with a 4pm kick off.

Group 2 Junior Rugby League season kicks off

By Aiden BURGESS

THE region's junior rugby league players have returned to action for another year, as the latest Group 2 Junior Rugby League season kicked off the weekend before the school holidays.

Bowraville Tigers Under 16s began their premiership

defence with a 24-20 win at home against the Woolgoolga Seahorses.

Sawtell Panthers started their season with a 32-12 win at home against the Coffs Harbour Comets at Rex Hardaker Oval.

Sawtell Panthers Under 15s had a 22-12 win at home against the Coffs Harbour

Comets, and the Nambucca Valley Tigers had a 34-0 win against the Kempsey Dragons.

Coffs Harbour Comets

Under 14s kicked off their premiership defence with a 56-0 win against the Sawtell Panthers at Rex Hardaker Oval.

The Bowraville Tigers had a 20-14 win at home against

AFL North Coast’s junior season gets underway this weekend

Greenshields, said the junior competition was continuing to gain in popularity.

the Woolgoolga Seahorses.

Smithtown Tigers Under 13s got their premiership defence off to a winning start with a 20-12 win against the Kempsey Dragons. Coffs Harbour Comets Red had a 46-0 win against the Sawtell Panthers at Rex Hardaker Oval, and the Comets Gold had a 24-12

win against the Orara Valley Axemen.

Bowraville Tigers had a 60-0 win at home against the Woolgoolga Seahorses.

Coffs Harbour Comets

Under 12s Gold had a 40-0 win against the Bellingen Valley/Dorrigo Magpies, with the Comets Red team also having an opening round win

beating the Sawtell Panthers 20-14 at Rex Hardaker Oval. Sawtell Panthers Under 16s League Tag side began their premiership defence with a 38-0 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets.

The Group 2 Junior Rugby league season continues with Round 2 games on 2-3 May.

By Aiden BURGESS

A RECORD number of teams will take to the field when AFL North Coast’s junior season gets underway this Sunday.

50 teams will take to the field this season, which is an eleven percent increase on last year.

This season also sees the introduction of a Youth Girls 13s competition.

AFL Northern NSW Community Football & Competition Manager, Brad

Ten clubs ranging from Yamba to Port Macquarie will play in seven competitions this season: Youth Girls 17s, Under 16s Boys, Youth Girls 15s, Under 14s Mixed, Youth Girls 13s, Under 12s Mixed, and Under 10s Mixed (which is non-competitive).

“The addition of a new age group and the growth in playing numbers proves that the AFL North Coast is continuing to gain in popularity,” he said.

“Once the season starts, each Sunday will see up to 25 games of footy played across seven age groups, including the new Youth Girls 13s age group.”

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By Manny WOOD

Investigating the mysteries of Probate

NAVIGATING the realm of probate can often seem daunting, leaving many grappling with its complexities.

Fundamentally, probate is the legal validation of a deceased individual's will, cataloguing of the assets of the estate, identifying outstanding debts and taxes, and recording the distribution to beneficiaries.

The practical intricacies of probate come to light through the distinct experiences of Brian, Julie and their friend Kathryn.

Julie held jointly only owned assets with Brian.

Upon his death, Julie sought legal advice, to discover that, due to the joint ownership of their assets, the probate process could be bypassed saving the estate time and money.

Conversely, Kathryn’s journey took a different course.

Her partner, Paul, left behind assets including real estate and bank holdings.

With Paul's assets solely held in his name, Kathryn found herself requiring probate.

In New South Wales, the transfer of real estate mandates a grant of probate, though the necessity of probate for other assets varies, contingent upon the policies of different entities such as financial institutions, nursing homes, and superannuation companies.

These institutions establish their own protocols for releasing assets, with some requiring probate for values exceeding a certain threshold, while others have a general policy requiring probate. The grant of probate serves as a safeguard for these entities, ensuring assets are disbursed only to duly authorised executors.

A unique complication arises with assets like relocatable homes and properties within retirement villages, where ownership of the home is not held under Torrens Title.

Here, the requirement for probate is dictated by organisational policies rather than statutory mandates.

Furthermore, aged care facilities may stipulate the production of probate for the release of refundable accommodation deposits (RAD).

The contrasting experiences of Julie and Kathryn underscore the diverse scenarios that executors may confront.

These narratives demonstrate the paramount importance of seeking expert legal advice to deftly navigate the dynamics of estate administration.

Thank you to Anthony Fogarty for his assistance with this column. Email Manny Wood, principal solicitor 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 cannot be relied upon as legal advice.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN

This is not a tally that

Australians can accept

DEAR News Of The Area,

THIS week we have once again seen the devastating headlines of a woman killed at the hands of her partner or former partner.

Twenty-five Australian women have now been killed this year alone, and it’s only April.

I know that our hearts collectively break each and every time these stories are in the spotlight, but we also know that there are women around the country living with the fear and threat of violence each and every day.

These senseless killings are not numbers that we should see climbing year on year.

This is not a tally that we as Australians can or should accept.

And to change this, we must look seriously at the root cause and focus our efforts on preventing these horrific events from occurring not only for Australian women today but for our future generations to come.

I appreciate the words of the Prime Minister that were published in newspapers across the country today that acknowledge this and his impassioned statement that more needs to be done in this arena.

Yes, we definitely need more.

We absolutely need more crisis accommodation and feet-on-theground to assist those currently suffering from violence.

We absolutely need the successful Escaping Violence Payment program

to be extended past this calendar year, as we have seen it assist sixty thousand women over the past two years to flee violent and coercive partners.

And importantly we also need consistently delivered programs dedicated to positive men’s behavioural change.

Not only for those men who have been flagged as offenders or potential offenders, but at a grass roots level as well.

We need programs in sporting clubs, workplaces and importantly in our schools and educational institutions.

We need to attack this issue at every possible angle and every possible stage of the cycle from youth to adulthood.

The recent Senate Inquiry in the Northern Territory echoes this, with particular focus on our First Nations population, but we must all recognise that this need is not unique to one group in Australian society or one state.

It is happening everywhere. These are initiatives that need to be rolled out nationwide and need to be effectively funded TODAY.

In last year’s Federal Budget, we saw under 20 percent of the total family violence commitment dedicated to prevention.

If we are serious about creating change, then we need to look at stopping the cycle in its tracks rather than perpetually being forced to be the ambulance at the bottom of the hill.

I genuinely look forward to

On theCouch

DEAR Jasminda,

MY son went overseas recently and returned with multiple broken bones from a mountain biking accident.

I'm wondering about the best way to approach this so he doesn't continue to engage in risky activities into the future.

Josie B

Dear Josie, Mmmn. This is a tricky one.

Whether something is a risky activity comes down to a whole range of factors including expertise, experience, preparation, and external variables that can't always be planned for. Sometimes an accident is just thatplain bad luck.

Likelihood levels also come into it.

It could be argued that there is more risk in your son driving to work than a holiday-based biking accident.

We can't prepare for every potential danger, but we can certainly assist with mitigating those dangers.

To start with, he is going to be feeling very sore and sorry, so now

seeing a significant increase in resourcing and funding for men’s behavioural programs and family dispute resolution programs in May’s announcements.

This means matching prevention spend dollar for dollar when compared to response.

Based on the Prime Minister’s words this week, I expect to see these specifically listed in the upcoming budget documents.

isn't the time to dwell on the accident.

It's certainly not the time for any 'what were you thinking?' conversations when you give him his evening sponge bath (no doubt more excruciating for him than the accident).

What he needs is your physical and emotional support.

He will already be upset with himself.

As he starts to feel better, you could ease into conversations about how to be better prepared in the future.

Was the track slippery?

Was he trying to ride a course above his skill level?

Was fatigue involved?

Was he wearing all the necessary safety gear to minimise injury?

Did he have delusions that he was world class rider John 'The Tomes' Tomac instead of Bradley from the Bay?

We can help our kids pack for exciting adventures, but there are some things that can't be packed, including life experience.

Learning from mistakes is unfortunately one of the best, and sometimes most painful, ways to grow.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

And if they are not, I will be working collaboratively with all Members of Parliament to ensure that these changes are made for the benefit of all Australians.

Regards, Pat CONAGHAN, Member for Cowper, Shadow Assistant Minister Social Services and Prevention of Family Violence.

Although some of the author's points seem reasonable at first glance, when you take a closer look, they display an alarming lack of logic, or scientific backing.

The most outrageous assertion is that the creation of extra National Parks over the last twenty years is the reason for our native animals heading closer to extinction.

This is just as ridiculous as saying that since solar and wind generation has increased massively over the last twenty years then they

must be the REAL cause of climate change, and not burning fossil fuels.

What else has changed in the last twenty years or so?

How about increased logging intensity to meet wood supply agreements that were far too high and scientists warned would lead to entrenched unsustainable logging practices?

How about climate change and mega fires?

How about logging in key Koala habitat, and taking over 90 percent of potential feed trees in good areas?

The quoted 0.2 percent logging in any given year is not true in our local forests with far higher intensity in the Great Koala National Park area. Koalas prefer to live in the very

forests that are preferred for logging, and where clearing occurs for residential development.

Existing National Parks do not cover enough of their habitat and are not adequate to keep them from extinction. Likewise for many other endangered animals.

For example, the powerful owl has only fourteen percent of the area it needs.

The author claims that no one knows how species are faring in the current national park estate as no one is willing to look, (just in case it’s not working).

But then goes on to say

that “when someone does look, the results are not very flattering”.

So I am confused; have they looked or have they not looked?

Let’s assume they HAVE looked because he then lists species that have declined “as a direct result of the creation of new national parks.”

E.g. the Hastings river mouse.

However, according to Dr Ingleby, of the Australian Museum, who has a PhD in the ecology of Australian species, the main threats to this animal are land clearing, grazing, LOGGING, frequent fires and

Nambucca Valley swimmers compete at Australian Age Championships

By Aiden BURGESS

SWIMMING North Coast members have achieved top results at the Australian Age and Multi Class Age Championships on the Gold Coast.

Swimming North Coast had 40 competitors take part in the nine-day event from 6-14 April, including ten Multi Class swimmers.

Macksville Swimming Club’s Ethan Blockey was the most successful Swimming North Coast member in the Multi Class events.

He finished second in the 100m backstroke, and third in the 200m medley, 100m breaststroke and 100m butterfly.

He also came fourth in the 200m freestyle, fifth in the 50m freestyle, and 11th

overall in the B final of the 100m freestyle.

Coffs Harbour Swimming Club’s Rose-Anna Herden finished seventh in the 200m medley, fifth in the 100m freestyle, and fifth in the 100m breaststroke.

Coffs Harbour Swimming Club’s Lily Bourne finished seventh in the 50m breaststroke, with Lily-Grace Herden finishing tenth in the 50m freestyle, and Amelia Moore tenth in the 200m medley.

Swimming North Coast publicity officer Faye Rowles said the young swimmers had a great meet against the best in Australia.

“It was a massive event with over 9,000 competitors, and only three other venues in Australia can accommodate this event,” she said.

Nambucca Bowlo Report

By Lorelle MCGEE

NISSAN’S Consistency

Wednesday Bowls continues and the winners for Wed 17th were shared leads

Maurie Roberts and Ken Brown, Marg Duffus and Bruce Mason. 2nd to Messrs Stokes, Daley and Boyle and 3rd to Palmer, Hanneford and Pope. Lucky losers Palmer, Fribbens and Duffus. The lucky bowler was Wayne Bolton but failed to draw his rink and so the jackpot is pushed to $180

next Wednesday. We still need more numbers for this ongoing comp, where there are 9 monthly winners of $100 and a chance to win a Breakers Gold Coast Getaway in December. Thanks Nissan and Breakers!

Friday 19th saw a much better attendance and the winners again were Angry Lawrence, Paddy Byrne and Greg Hynes. Runners Up for the second week in a row were Harry the Rock, Charlie Potter and Mino Bettanin. Third place to Eric Kyle,

Tas Fribbens and Joe Frank. Lucky Losers went to Matt Harvey, Roger McGuigan and Terry Harvey. The $600 Jackpot was not drawn thanks to Bonzai Coghlan so it went to the compulsory $300. Bonzai failed again but finally got his 5 minutes of fame, jagging his rink at his last attempt to give fellow rinkers Paul Michel ( of course, who else?), Brendan Rouane, Dallas Nancarrow, Hoggy and Mitch McGill a divvie of $50 each.

PENNANTS RESULTS

Macksville Country Club Golf

By Max TURNER

SATURDAYS four person Ambrose sponsored by Nambucca Valley Property was won by the Dale Brunsdon team including Paul Donges, Allan and Jake Clarke.

Runners up were Mick and Phil Manning, Eddy Booth and Glen Gillon.

Although these are fun

native forests

predation by foxes and cats.

Strangely, no mention of National Parks!

The author states that native forests “have evolved in response to active management over the last 60,000 years”. True, but then are we to assume that management by the Forestry Corporation is like historical Indigenous management.

Quite a stretch!

Modern methods of industrial logging with huge machinery cause erosion and damage waterways and aquatic animals.

Scientists have estimated that streams need a buffer

days which attract big fields to be amongst the frontrunners a team needs at least one big hitter.

The ladies Stableford was won by Jessica Lambert with low handicapper Jo Montague runner up.

Steve Hosking beat a good field in the Mid Week Competition with Neil Cunneen runner up.

OPINION

zone of 30m, but in 2018 these were reduced from 10m down to 5m.

They also cause weed infestation and Bell Miner associated dieback by opening the tree canopy.

Since climate change is causing an increase in bushfires, let’s listen to what experts from the Griffith and Australian National University have to say.

The Bushfire Recovery Project finds that logging and thinning can make native forests more flammable and lead to greater fire severity for decades.

Also the likelihood of

The return match for the Brian Burns Memorial Trophy played at the Nambucca Island course saw Macksville's team come out overall winners.

Darren Pike will rue winning the Chook Run so easily with a loss of 5 strokes for his next outing.

Garry Clarke was runner up in a good field.

severe burning is seven times higher in logged than in old growth forest.

In the mega-fires of 2019/20 it was mature forests that resisted burning, and provided a safe refuge for wildlife.

Some of these forests, such as Clouds Creek near Dorrigo, are now targeted for logging.

The claim that certification by the PEFC means that native forest logging is sustainable means little when you consider that several Supreme Court judges have found that companies overseen by the PEFC have failed to “maintain and conserve biodiversity” .

The EPA regularly fines Forestry Corporation for

Coffs Harbour Breakers go top with second straight win

By Aiden BURGESS

THE Coffs Harbour Breakers have gone to the top of the AFL North Coast ladder with a dominant second round win against the Grafton Tigers.

The Breakers won their second straight game in dominant fashion, having a 20.9 (129) to 3.9 (27) victory against the Tigers in Grafton.

The Breakers led by 10 points at quarter time, before a four goal to none second quarter extended the lead to 36 points at halftime.

April 20

Our 3's won 8-2 (6346) away to Park Beach to increase their lead over Urunga (bye) to 14½pts. Both teams have now had their byes leaving Nambucca needing to win the board for one of their two remaining games to win their section.

The 5's had a great 10-0 (82-43) at home against Sawtell, holding 3rd place in the table.

The 6's defeated Woolgoolga away 9-1 (6247), just half a point away from 3rd place.

A dominant third quarter in which they kicked seven goals helped to seal the win for the Breakers.

Nicklaus StanlanVelt kicked six goals for the Breakers, and Aidan Wallace kicked five.

The Port Macquarie Magpies were also winners in Round 2, beating the Sawtell/Toormina Saints at home 9.14 (68) to 5.5 (35).

Our 7's moved into second place over Bowraville after beating them 10-0 (7944) and now have a 7pts lead

After an opening round forfeit from their opposition, the Coffs Harbour Breakers women started their premiership defence with a 7.11 (53) to 2.4 (16) win against the Grafton Tigers.

Coffs Harbour Breakers reserves also got the job done in Grafton, having a 13.13 (91) to 3.3 (21) win against the Tigers.

Sawtell/Toormina Saints reserves had a 6.13 (49) to 6.4 (40) win against the Port Macquarie Magpies.

Sawtell/Toormina Saints Under 18s won their second straight game to start the season, having a 16.14 (110) to 4.2 (26) win against the Port Macquarie Magpies.

The Coffs Harbour Breakers and Sawtell/ Toormina Saints face off in their local derby at Fitzroy Oval this weekend, as part of ANZAC Round.

Northern Beaches/ Nambucca Valley travel to take on the Grafton Tigers.

over them.

Sorry, no Minor Singles games to report... more next week.

breaches of correct practice.

The author states: “All old growth forest in New South Wales have been protected with more than 90% of the old growth forests in National parks.”

This sounds nice, sustainable even, but is hardly a win for the animals depending on old growth forests for their homes, since only ten percent of the original old growth forest still exists!

Many endangered species, such as the once common Greater Glider, depend on hollow bearing trees to survive, and these hollows take over a hundred years to form.

There are far fewer of them left.

Due to repeated logging, remaining trees in native forests are getting smaller.

You can see this in State Forests; the size of the old logged stumps have much larger diameter than remaining trees. Koalas and many other species need larger, older trees to feed on.

The author criticises the use of emotive phrases by others, yet makes free with them himself, referring to “the failed lock-it-up-and-leave-it or wilderness strategy”.

Facts: The Great Koala National Park has plans for long bushwalking’s trails and mountain bike tracks, and will need active management for fire, weeds, and feral animals the same as State Forests.

Public native forests do not need to be logged for housing.

Houses are built with pine frames and there are composite material alternatives to hardwood for decking etc. Northeast NSW obtains about a third of hardwood logs from private forestry anyway.

With Australia having the highest rate of mammal extinction in the world, we need to urgently protect the remaining habitats of our unique animals and plants AND allow them to regenerate.

Kind

regards, Judith KIRWOOD, Valla Beach.

q Ethan Blockey.

q James Garley trying to make a name for himself with Dave Poole, Garry Clarke and Rod Curtis watching on - he didn't.

“Swimmers from all over Australia strive to gain qualifying times to enter.

“It was a fabulous result for our band of swimmers.”

Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News

By Paula GUTHRIE

RESULTS for the week ending

Saturday April 20th, 2024

enjoyed themselves.

Thursday: 18th April a five-table event

Monday: 15th April a six-table event Directed by Susie Keur won at North/ South Peter Plunkett-Cole & Rosemary Bateman with 60%, second place Mike & Linda Siford with 53.75%, third place Susie Keur & Les Sinclair with 50.83%. East/West winners Daphne Priestley & Carol McKee with 58.75%, second place Jenette Fox & Maureen Cowan with 52.08%, third place Judy Holliday & Vicky Walker with 51.25%.

Louise & Gary Walton, second place Erica Polden & Theda Faulwetter with 60%, third place Greg & Jane Wood with 52%.

Wednesday: 17th April

Tuesday: 16th April a one and a half table event Directed by Carol McKee, won by

19 players and 2 mentors attended Richard’s improve your bridge session. Richard gave his observations of how players can improve following

the recent ProAm. There was a lively discussion covering topics such as bridge etiquette, how to avoid distractions and what a dummy can and cannot do. The group then played 25 boards under Richard’s watchful eye and produced some brilliant and not so brilliant bids! Everyone agreed they learned something and

Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club

By Ray GUIANA

NAMBUCCA golf results for the week 16th/4 -21st /4

Thank you Macksville Mitre Ten for your weekly sponsorship

Tuesday 16th April

Medley stableford was played by a small field due to weather and course conditions and the winner with 36

was Roy Russell followed closely by kai Burkinshaw 35

ball rundown to 32 NTPs 5th Colin Habgood 13th Edward Beaton 15th kai Burkinshaw 18th and $30

Colin Habgood

Ladies day Wednesday 17th saw Lyndee Thomas have a great day and a win with 30 points from Lillian Lukins 29

ball run down to 26

NTPs 5th Lyndee Thomas 5th Lynette Bastick and Lillian Lukins 13th Lyndee Thomas 18th And $16 goes to Deirdre Fletcher

Thursday a medley stableford was played and round two of the Brian Burns challenge played The overall winners were the Mosquitoes but

the challenge was won by Macksville the score which was to much to mention at Macksville five and a half –one and a half and four three but I’m sure Nambucca will do better next year

The winners for Thursday’s competition were Graham Watson/ Jeremy Ashton with 78on Countback from Ashton Herbert/ kai

Directed by Scott Parker won at North/ South by Susie Keur & Peter Plunkett-Cole, second place

Maureen Cowan & Janet Dyson. East/West winners

Carol McKee & Sandra Ellis with 63%, second place

Richard Levy & Yoanna Halloris with 51%.

Saturday: 20th April a four and a half table event

Burkinshaw 78

Ball rundown to 68

Longest putt Beau

lavender (vis) NTPs 5th

Graham Jones (vis) 7th Les

Mohr 8th Gregory Smith 13th Bryce McCarroll 15th

Gary laing 18th and $95 John Morgan

Saturday was a Medley

Stableford and was won by div1 Bryce McCarroll 41 points from ben Honeybrook 39div2 Christopher Lucas 41 from Stephen Kimber 39

directed by Rob Marshall first place won by Amber Fox & Carol Mckee with 70.14%, second Maureen Cowan & Barbara Maranik with 61.11%, third place Lynne & John Slade with 60.42%.

Thank you to everyone for attending No Matter Where I Go, I Can Always Make New Friends at The Bridge Table –Martina Navratilova

Div 3 Colin Dunne 37 from David Pleasance 35 ball rundown to 34

Longest putt 2nd Robert

Reid NTPs 5th christopher

Lucas 7th Jacob Newbury 8th Ben Honeybrook 13th Garnet

O’Brien 15th Ben Venner 18th and $90 Stuart Johnston

Sunday pennants results were At Nambucca

1 Kempsey 4 Nambucca 5 Coffs and Div 4 at Belligen

1½ Nambucca 3½

Sea Eagles and Roosters meet in a Group 2 local derby thriller

FROM Page 24

the half an attacking play, which saw just about every Rooster on the field get a touch of the ball, put Jack Margetts over in the corner.

Before the first half was over the home side would score again when a dropped ball deep in Macksville territory was recovered by Nambucca’s Logan Jones, who crossed the line to end the half with the Roosters in front 204.

Both teams began the second half with renewed determination, however seven minutes into the half Nambucca’s Khan Jarrett added more points to the Roosters tally, converted by Roberts-Davis, bringing the score to 26-4.

With growing confidence the Roosters returned to the quick hands attacking play that had worked for them in the early stages of the game and a Logan Jones try, again converted by Roberts-Davis, brought the score line to 32-4.

The highlight of the game for the home crowd was next

when Toby Batten out stepped the Macksville defence to score a try in his First Grade debut.

Tyronne Roberts-Davis returned to top form with the boot and the score went to 384.

It only took two more minutes for Nambucca’s Dean Goodwin to pick up a pass on the burst and score under the posts, converted by RobertsDavis.

In the dying minutes of the game a well placed Macksville kick enabled Jimmy Cutmore to cross the line for the Sea Eagles.

The final whistle then blew to signify a convincing 44-8 win for the Nambucca Roosters.

The three minor grade matches went Macksville’s way and all were great games of rugby league enjoyed by several hundred supporters from both sides of the river.

The high standard of football in the Reserve Grade game showed that both clubs have great depth in their player base.

The visitors drew first blood in just under 10 minutes

and kept the Roosters chasing the score line for the rest of the match.

A late run of tries by the home side in the last five minutes of play brought them within two points of the levelling the score, however the Sea Eagles ended up with the win 24-22 in a toughly contested game of football.

The Women’s Tackle also saw the points taken home by the Sea Eagles, however both teams put on a thrilling game for the big crowd.

The skill level of both sides improves significantly with each game, particularly running with the ball and defensive play, however the Sea Eagles had the edge on the Roosters on this occasion, winning decisively 16-4.

The curtain raiser for the home derby was the Under 18s match up and, as expected, it was an exciting game with all the energy and passion we see each time these two sides meet on the paddock.

Handling errors, largely due to an initially greasy playing surface, and some cheap penalties marred the opening stages of the game, however this gave way to some classy rugby league.

Ultimately the Macksville boys piled on too many points for the home side to match and won the game in great style, 24-6.

Next weekend, Round 3, Macksville will host South Grafton on Sunday 28 April at Allan Gillett Oval and the Nambucca Roosters have the bye.

Nambucca Valley rugby league fans are urged to get to Allan Gillet oval and cheer the Sea Eagles home against the South Grafton Rebels.

q Macksville’s Jill Lihou breaks through the Nambucca Roosters defence at Sunday’s Round 2 Women’s Tackle game at Coronation Park.

q Nambucca Roosters player Dean Goodwin heads for the try line with Macksville’s Ryan Atkins in close pursuit during Sunday’s Round 2 First Grade game at Coronation Park.

q Nambucca Rooster Toby Batten, seconds before scoring a try in his First Grade debut, is urged on by teammate Tyronne Robert-Davis

q Macksville’s Mitchell Martin is met by Nambucca defenders Cameron Simon-Wilson and Jaxon White during Sunday’s Round 2 Under 18’s game at Coronation Park.

q Macksville Sea Eagles Kurt Stennett, David Lindsay and Blake Spear thwart the Roosters attack during Sunday’s Round 2 Reserve Grade game at Coronation Park

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SUNDAY AFTER THE PARTY

ABC, 8.30pm

This simmering New Zealand series bravely steps into the darkest corners and implores the viewer to explore a confronting scenario. Beloved Kiwi actress Robyn Malcolm, known for her impeccable comic timing from hits such as OutrageousFortune and UpperMiddle Bogan, goes all in for this devastating story as Penny, a middle-aged, free-spirited mother who saw something disturbingly life-changing at a party involving her ex Phil (Peter Mullan) and their teenage daughter’s friend. When Phil returns five years later, their lives begin to unravel as flashbacks shed light. Scalding performances and evocative scenery drive this fresh and confronting drama.

FRIDAY, April 26

(Mal, R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

TUESDAY

MINISERIES: THE MARLOW MURDER CLUB

SEVEN, 9pm

Based on the novels by Death in Paradise creator Robert Thorogood, this quintessentially British crime drama is humming with quirks and well-drawn characters. It’s a murder mystery that aims for fun and the investigations lead to some pleasingly unpredictable outcomes and laugh-out-loud moments. This small-town mystery follows a trio of improbable but sharp crimesolvers in dog walker Suzie (Jo Martin), crossword writer Judith (Downton Abbey Samantha Bond) and the local vicar’s wife Becks (Cara Horgan), with detective Tanika (Natalie Dew) not far behind. Faithful to the book, it’s a cosy and light adaptation that brims with character rather than tension.

WEDNESDAY RICK STEIN’S FOOD STORIES

SBS FOOD, 7.30pm

Of France. (Mav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Dambusters With Dan Snow. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. News, sport and weather. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) The latest news and views. 11.30 Golf. LIV Golf Adelaide. Day 1. 4.30 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Contestants race to answer quiz questions correctly to avoid being caught by The Chaser.

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

8.30 JFK: The Home Movie That Changed The World. (Mav, R)

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

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 A French Case. (Mav)

11.45 L’Opera. (Ml, R)

2.30 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R)

3.20 World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Clarissa Feildel cooks stir-fried Hokkien noodles.

8.30 MOVIE: Robin Hood. (2010, Msv, R) An archer returns home to England, only to find the country suffering under the yoke of devious noblemen. Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen.

11.25 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R)

12.25 Celebrity Obsessed: Christina Grimmie. (MA15+av, R)

1.25 Medical Emergency. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

He may be pushing 80, but British chef Rick Stein still possesses a winsome childlike wonder when it comes to food. There are many great chefs, but Stein is in a realm of his own with his zest and passion for the history and people behind a dish. Indulging in the fish-loving foodie’s immense back catalogue of shows is a satisfying pastime, but tonight there’s fresh fare with this charming new series exploring modern-day British food. It’s a smorgasbord of lovely scenery, diverse dishes and good oldfashioned chin-wagging as he indulges in a stirring pilgrimage. Complete with recipe demonstrations from his Padstow abode, Stein has a wonderfully engaging recipe for hosting that’s all his own.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG)

11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: A Royal In Paradise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 8. Manly Sea Eagles v Parramatta Eels.

9.55 Golden Point. Post-match NRL wrap-up.

10.40 MOVIE: The Jackal. (1997, MA15+lv, R) A jailed Irish sniper is hired by the FBI. Bruce Willis.

1.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.00 Pointless. (PG, 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)

Cook. (PGa) Alice Zaslavsky and Khanh Ong cook with five ingredients selected by their guest. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGlsv, R) Celebrity guests include Lesley Manville, Hugh Bonneville, Lashana Lynch and Big Zuu. 10.30 Fire Country. (Mv, R)

SATURDAY, April 27

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Call The Midwife. (PGa, R) 1.30 Murder In Provence. (Final, Mav, R) 3.00 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 4.00 Brian Cox’s Adventures In Space And Time. (Final, R) 4.50 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (R) 5.20 Landline. (R) 5.50 Aust Story. (R)

6.20 Back Roads: Tom Price, Western Australia. (PG, R)

Presented by Heather Ewart.

6.50 Bluey. (R) Bluey and Bingo want to play with Dad.

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

7.30 Father Brown. (Return, Mv)

A murderer is on the loose in Kembleford.

9.00 Miniseries: The Suspect. (Ma, R)

Part 4 of 5. Desperate to uncover the truth, Joe finds himself on the run.

10.40 A Life In Ten Pictures: Bruce Lee. (Mv, R) A look at Bruce Lee’s life in 10 pictures.

11.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 3. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Liège–Bastogne–Liège. Women’s race. H’lights. 3.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Liège–Bastogne–Liège. Men’s race. H’lights. 4.30 Roman Megastructures. (PGasv, R) 5.30 Untold Arctic Wars. (PGa)

6.30 News.

7.30 Arthur: A Life With The Royal Family. (PGals, R)

8.30 Nick Knowles Into Death Valley. (PG)

9.25 Miniseries: The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family. (PGa, R) 10.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PGa, R) 11.25 Everything You Love. (Premiere, Mals) 12.25 While The Men Are Away. (MA15+s, R) 1.30 Miniseries: New Gold Mountain. (Malsv, R) 3.30 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R) 4.20 Peer To Peer. (R) 4.50

Destination Flavour. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00

NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30

ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Officers stop two newlyweds at the border.

7.30 MOVIE: The Mummy: Tomb Of The Dragon Emperor. (2008, Mv, R) Adventurers battle a resurrected Chinese emperor. Brendan Fraser, Maria Bello.

9.40 MOVIE: Blade Runner 2049. (2017, MA15+v, R) A young blade runner unearths a secret. Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford.

SUNDAY, April 28

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Dream Gardens. (Final, R) 3.00 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.25 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. (PG, R) 4.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass.

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

7.30 Call The Midwife. (Ma)

8.30 After The Party. (Premiere, Malns)

A woman’s ex-husband returns to town.

9.20 The Luminaries. (Premiere, Mdv) Two adventurers meet on a voyage to New Zealand.

10.15 Shetland. (Mal, R)

11.15 Savage River. (Malsv, R)

12.10 The Messenger. (Mal, R)

1.05 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.00 Landline. (R) 4.30 Art Works. (PGns, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.50 My Unique B&B. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 12.55 Ascot Kayaking. (PG, R) 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike C’ship. Round 3. 4.00 Gymnastics. FIG Artistic Apparatus World Cup. H’lights. 5.30 Untold Arctic Wars. (PGa)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Ancient Builders Of The Amazon. (PG)

8.30 Egypt: The Treasure Of The Sacred Bulls. (PG, R)

9.35 King Tut: Allies And Enemies. (PGa, R)

10.35 Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders. (PGav, R)

11.30 Death Of A Dynasty. (Mv, R)

12.25 Secrets Of Playboy. (MA15+a, R)

2.55 Employable Me (USA) (Ma, R) 3.45 World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. (PGa, R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00

NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France

24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

12.55 Celebrity Obsessed. (MA15+alv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 Mystic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Taste Buds With Dane

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Golf. LIV Golf Adelaide. Day 2. 4.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl) 8.30 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive special investigation. 9.30 The Latest: Seven News. 10.00 Code 1: Minute By Minute: The Lismore Floods. (Ml, R) A look at the 2022 Lismore floods. 11.00

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

7.00 The Dog House. (PGa)

A bulldog has lost its spark since its long-term companion passed away.

8.00 Ambulance UK. (Madl) Crewmates help an elderly patient at the local boatyard who has been on the floor for two days.

10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PGav, R)

A juror dies during Susan’s first big trial.

11.30 FBI: International. (Mv, R)

Jubal Valentine and Nina Chase join the fly team in Rome to gather intel after an American architect is abducted.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

M) 10.10 Aussie Lobster Men. 12.10am Love Island: Unseen Bits. 1.10 Love Island UK. 2.10 Late Programs.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) The cooks have 75 minutes on the clock to create a dish representing their food dream. 9.00 FBI. (Mv) When a federal judge is gunned down execution-style in broad daylight, the team is sent looking for a suspect with ties to a local Islamic centre. Things become tense between OA and his girlfriend Gemma.

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

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 After The Party. (Malns, R) 2.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 Muster Dogs. (R) 3.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (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. (R) 11.10 The Art Of France. (PGan, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.10 Heritage Rescue. (R) 3.05 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Dambusters With Dan Snow. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines. (Premiere, PG)

8.25 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PG)

9.20 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Christian. (Malv) 11.55 My Brilliant Friend. (Mals, R)

3.15 Employable Me (USA) (Mal, R)

4.05 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away.

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Local derby day

By Mick BIRTLES

THE highly anticipated Round 2 local derby between the Nambucca Roosters and the Macksville Sea Eagles took place on Sunday 21 April and lived up to expectations across the grades.

Despite weather conditions through the week making some sports grounds in the Group 2 area unusable, the playing surface at Coronation Park, Nambucca Heads was relatively dry underfoot and games were unaffected by rain.

In the First Grade clash it was the home team first to pick up points when a spirited attack down the centre of the park saw the Roosters' Dane

Macksville looked set to answer eight minutes later when a penalty from a dangerous Roosters tackle turned momentum their way, however they were unable to cross the line despite maintaining good field position for several minutes.

When Nambucca regained possession they passed the ball around, changing the direction of play repeatedly and catching the defenders off guard, with Roberts-Davis scoring under the posts and converting his own try to take the score to 12-0 after just fifteen minutes.

Six minutes later

Macksville opened their account when a passage of play close to their line saw the ball traverse the field to the Sea Eagles’ Daniel Donovan to score in the corner.

With the try not converted, the score was now 12-4.

With 15 minutes left in

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q Macksville Sea Eagle Jimmy Cutmore is wrapped up by Roosters defenders during Sunday’s Round 2 First Grade game at Coronation Park.

Saunders score a try within the first two minutes of the game, converted by Tyronne Roberts-Davis.