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Surfing NSW Training is making Mid North Coast beaches safer
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Control In Aquatic Environment’ was conducted.
This training is specifically designed to teach surfers and ocean users critical skills that can save a life from traumarelated injuries, including shark attack, fin chop, propeller injury or laceration.
Specialised training in this course is run by former military medics leveraging techniques from their extensive experience in special operations in combat and civilian settings around the world.
The training was a realistic 'hands-on' course completed on the beach teaching bleeding control techniques intended to save lives.
“We are absolutely stoked to be able to run this course for coastal communities for free and know that it will save lives,” Surfing NSW Programs Manager Matt Lawson told News Of The Area.
“The benefits to community safety are immense and we could not do this without the support of the NSW Government and the DPI Shark Smart program.”
Linked to the NSW Government’s shark management program, Surfing NSW has also provided specialised first aid trauma kits and bleed control packs to all boardrider clubs, surf schools, high performance coaches and associated drone pilots in the state.
In addition to the rollout of these trauma kits and specialised training, Surfing NSW is
supplying state-of-the-art drones to selected NSW boardrider clubs.
They will also support the training and licensing to fly these drones safely and identify sharks.
So far this year sixteen boardriding and bodyboard clubs in NSW have received the drones.
Renowned Scotts Headbased surfer and surfing instructor, Trent Munro, told News Of The Area, “We are just so grateful to the team at surfing NSW whom not only presented our club, the
Scotts Head Boardriders, with an amazing drone, but also arranged an in-depth educational two-day training
course, a
for not only our club but also to help keep our community safer when using the ocean.”
UAV
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q Former military medical experts from TACMED deliver a course at Scotts Head, facilitated by Surfing NSW. Photo: supplied.
q Clubs on the Mid North Coast have received high quality training and state of the art drones to enhance safety at the beach. Photo: supplied.
Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC support turtle research
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provided valuable support to a significant research project aimed at learning more about the lives and wellbeing of our precious marine turtles.
NSW is home to a number of marine turtle species - such as Loggerhead, Hawksbill, Green and Leatherback turtles - however we know little of their movement and habitat use and how long they tend to stay in the same locations.
All of these species are threatened by boat strike, marine debris entanglements and other environmental issues, so a team of dedicated researchers are working hard to learn more about them and
how we can better care for them.
A key part of this research is to tag marine turtles with satellite tracking devices.
In order to do so, they must be caught in the wild.
The trackers enable researchers to track turtle movement for approximately six months.
The research being conducted is a multi-agency effort by Taronga Zoo, the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Sydney Institute of Marine Sciences.
The team has been working with Surf Life Saving NSW and enlisted the support of the Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC to take them out in their inflatable rubber boats,
leveraging off their local knowledge to help locate the turtles.
“If we are able to fit the satellite trackers we can learn such things as how long turtles spend in particular areas and if they are transient or prefer to stay in one place,” Taronga Zoo Wildlife Conservation Officer Dr Phoebe Meagher told News Of The Area.
“Hardly anything is known about turtles in NSW.
“We have been getting much of our data from Queensland Turtles and we are hoping that the research we have been conducting on the Mid North Coast will help us fill these knowledge gaps.”
Members from the Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC were able to drive their boats, provide safety support and
q Macksville-Scotts Head SLSC President Eric Graham with the team conducting marine turtle research on behalf of Taronga Zoo, the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Sydney Institute of Marine Sciences at Scotts Head recently. Photo: supplied.
act as turtle spotters for the team.
Taronga Zoo Conservation Scientist Dr Jo Day added,
“It was great to have the surface support provided by Macksville-Scotts Head Surf Lifesaving Club and it turned
and we are very keen to come back to
Community engagement process to begin
By Ned COWIE
NAMBUCCA Valley Council will engage a consultant to undertake an extensive community engagement process with the final aim of reviewing the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) for the region.
This process will begin this month and be completed by the end of August in time for delivery of its outcomes to the new Council at the 28 November 2024 Council meeting.
A Community Strategic Plan is a key document used by local governments identifying the community’s main priorities and aspirations for the future.
It influences other documents such as the council’s environment and resourcing strategies, as well as the Delivery and Operational Plans.
Under State Government legislation, councils must review the CSP before 30 June in the year following an ordinary election of
council, meaning the next review must be completed before 30 June 2025.
At this time the Council may endorse the existing CSP, or develop and endorse a new CSP, as appropriate, to ensure that the local government area has a CSP covering at least the next ten years.
“In accordance with these requirements a review of the current 2022/23- 2031/32 CSP is due for the ten-year period post 30 June 2025,” Matthew Sykes, Director of Corporate
Services told Council in his information paper on the process.
“Council management believe that there is a need to undertake a comprehensive review of Council’s CSP including refreshing the vision, themes, and priorities included in the current CSP,” he said.
The Council has already obtained quotes at between $21,000 and $51,500 for the community engagement process.
The community engagement process is anticipated to involve several steps, beginning with consultations with staff and a detailed review of the
current CSP and other council reports.
After this, a web page, an online survey, pop-up events coinciding with local events such as markets and a oneday workshop are among the activities expected to be used to ask community members to consider the future plans and priorities of the region.
Council
be able to demonstrate experience in business and volunteer management and tourism marketing. EOI’s will close 15 July 2024.
Council’s support of any successful proponent will be subject to negotiation. If this is an opportunity that interests you, please contact Council for an initial discussion and information pack. Email: council@nambucca.nsw.gov.au
ENQUIRIES TO: Michael Grieve, Manager Economic Development and Tourism Manager (02) 6568 0239 www.nambucca.nsw.gov.au
out to be a great collaboration
Scotts Head.”
Nats go in to bat for timber industry
North Coast MPs call for Government reversal of power pole phase out
NORTH Coast Nationals
MPs are demanding the State Government reverse a decision to phase out hardwood power poles for composite poles.
Essential Energy, the electricity network which is phasing out wooden power poles, looks after the poles and wires that deliver electricity to 95 percent of NSW.
“Essential Energy is transitioning to an increased use of composite poles due to evolving business needs,” a statement from Essential said last year.
“Key benefits of composite poles include supply certainty, manufacturing consistency, fire resilience, immunity to rot, decay, termites and corrosion, light weight, and non-conductive nature.
“While composite poles have a higher upfront cost, they are easier to install, provide a longer life and lower maintenance costs due to immunity to degradation mechanisms that affect other pole types.
“The lifecycle costs over
the long asset life is favourable over other pole types.”
NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders visited Coffs Harbour Hardwoods in Glenreagh last week alongside Shadow Minister for the North Coast Gurmesh Singh, Member for Clarence Richie Williamson, Member for Oxley Michael Kemp and industry representatives.
They called on Environment Minister Penny Sharpe to intervene - arguing the change will cause further increase in power prices - and to provide certainty to the timber industry.
“Hardwood has been hard done by here,” Mr Saunders said.
“Not only will this untested product be worse for the household budget by adding to power bills, but it will also be worse for the environment by increasing our carbon footprint.”
Shadow Minister for the North Coast Gurmesh Singh said the move will exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis.
“It’s bad enough Labor’s budget didn’t allocate any
funding to help families while times are tough, but now the Government is making decisions that will make things worse,” Mr Singh said.
Last month the NSW Nationals party room passed a resolution reaffirming its support of the hardwood and softwood timber industry.
The agreement endorsed “all responsible and sustainable harvesting measures”, while opposing transfers of productive state forest to national park without strong scientific justification of improved outcomes.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said the resolution demonstrates the NSW Nationals’ continued backing of primary producers.
“Hardwood timber is the backbone of the Mid North Coast and last week every single member of our parliamentary team again showed their support for one of our most sustainable industries,” Mr Kemp said.
Energy Minister Penny Sharpe was contacted for comment.
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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - PROJECT COORDINATOR
VALLEY OPEN STREETS PROJECT
Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from a highly skilled and experienced Project and Event Coordinator to work with Community and Youth Sector in developing and delivering a multi -faceted night market / street festival event on 22 November this year in Macksville. The contracted Coordinator will be responsible for the creation and management of lead-up youth activities and manage all aspects of Event design and delivery. Part of the role involves mentoring a Youth Management Committee who will assist in all aspects of Event planning, engagement and delivery.
The role will require extensive collaboration with stakeholders in the Youth Sector.
The Coordinator will be engaged as a private contractor and will need:
• an ABN
• Public Liability Insurance – up to $20m
• Current Working With Children Check
• Own transport and drivers licence
The budget for the Event and supplementary projects is being provided through the Open Streets Funding Program. Remuneration for the Coordinator will be negotiated with the successful proponent. It is anticipated that the timeframe will be from 1st August through to 30 November.
More detailed information is available by emailing: michael.greve@nambucca.nsw.gov.au Expressions of Interest emailed to: council@nambucca.nsw.gov.au with Subject as “EOI Coordinator Macksville
q North Coast Nationals MPs with party leader Dugald Saunders and timber industry representatives at Coffs Harbour Hardwoods in Glenreagh.
Women learn emergency preparedness
OVER the weekend the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) Urunga Unit hosted an Emergency Preparedness in Community (EPIC) workshop tailored specifically for women.
This workshop provided women with essential skills to prepare for and respond to emergencies effectively.
The workshop, organised by the NSW SES Urunga Unit, offered a unique opportunity for women to learn directly from experienced instructors in a supportive environment.
Northern Zone Community Capability Officer
Tracey Doherty said the workshops were a valuable way for women to learn new skills.
“It’s important that women build their resilience and self-sufficiency when preparing ahead of weather emergencies,” she said.
Participants who attended the workshop engaged in hands-on training that covered a variety of crucial topics, including sandbagging for water diversion, tarping, gutter cleaning, ladder safety, and the development of home emergency plans and kits.
q The workshop, organised by the NSW SES Urunga Unit, offered a unique opportunity for women to learn directly from experienced instructors in a supportive environment.
“The practical skills taught, such as safely using a ladder, building a sandbag wall, and understanding the dangers of floodwaters, are crucial for ensuring an effective response in times of emergencies.
“During emergencies
NSW SES Acting Commissioner Deb Platz APM said the workshops were a fantastic initiative for NSW SES volunteers to upskill other female members of the community with the knowledge needed to respond to emergencies. "We’re committed to empowering women with the tools and knowledge to safeguard their homes and communities in times of crisis,” Acting Commissioner Platz said.
every second counts, and it’s workshops like these that help people get prepared and know how to act during a crisis, meaning women can confidently take charge of emergency responses at home.”
Ms Doherty said having more people prepared assisted the NSW SES during emergencies.
“If they can do some minor works like sandbagging a doorway or carry out minor repairs on a broken window, then that’s what enables our members and our volunteer base to continue to focus on those priority jobs around saving lives,” she said.
Participants received take-home materials and access to online resources to reinforce the skills they learnt, ensuring ongoing preparedness
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INVITATION TO A MEETING OF NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL AT SOUTH ARM HALL
5.30 PM THURSDAY 11 JULY 2024
Council will be holding its next Council meeting at the South Arm Hall, 1039 South Arm Road, South Arm.
The Council would be pleased to hear from any residents who may wish to raise matters concerning their community. Light refreshments will be available at 5.00 pm with the meeting starting at 5.30 pm, with up to one hour being dedicated to a community forum.
We will be pleased to hear from any resident who would like to address Council. Any person wishing to make an address is asked to submit their request to speak through Council’s website: https://nambucca.nsw.gov.au/addresscouncil by 11.00 am on Thursday, 11 July.
ENQUIRIES TO: Bede Spannagle, General Manager Phone: 6568 0200
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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
YOUTH MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Youth across the Valley to establish a Youth Management Committee. The Committee will be heavily involved in the development and delivery of a fully funded and youth focused event in Macksville in November 2024. The Event is the Macksville Night Market. This concept stemmed from the YOUthspeak Pitch Session, held during Youth Week in April 2024. The Event will incorporate: Food, Entertainment, Culture and a range of lead up activities for young people. If you have an interest in Event Management, Business, Community Engagement, Performing Arts and Youth Development we’d love to hear from you. Ideally, The Youth Management Committee will include an equitable spread of representatives from across the Valley. Once established, the Youth Management Committee will be supported and directed by an Event Specialist Mentor. EOI’s will close 28 July 2024. If this is an opportunity that interests you, please email Council with a one page summary of why you would like to be involved and the interest and skills you have to offer. Please include in the subject field: EOI – Youth Management Committee. Email: council@nambucca.nsw.gov.au
ENQUIRIES TO: Michael Grieve, Manager Economic Development and Tourism Manager (02) 6568 0239 www.nambucca.nsw.gov.au
q The workshops were a valuable way for women to learn new skills.
BUSINESS ADVERTISING
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& counters of over 70 businesses & locations throughout the Nambucca Valley.
Some include, supermarkets, newsagents, convenience stores, shopping centres, chemists, service stations, real estate agents, many general businesses throughout the area.
A list is published towards the back of this newspaper. You can also find the outlets by going to www.newsofthearea.com.au 5,000 copies
Slip-road confusion
By Ned COWIE
THE Valla Beach Road and Giinagay Way T-intersection was up for discussion at Nambucca Valley Council’s 25 June meeting, with councillors concluding the dangerous section of road is confusing and in need of urgent action.
Ms Carole Anderson and Ms Melissa Hilson addressed the Council meeting representing the 486 signatories of a petition for urgent action on the intersection, delivered to the Department of Transport in April this year, and the Valla Beach Community Association.
According to both speakers, this is a dangerous T-intersection featuring slip-roads with give-way signs, a 90 km/hr speed limit and poor visibility on all sides.
In her submission to the meeting, Mayor Hoban questioned the application of NSW traffic rule 72, which applies to vehicles on the right or turning right at crossroads, and has been cited by police in explaining current rules governing traffic at the T-intersection.
T-intersections appear to be covered by traffic rule 73.
“It is understood that Transport for NSW and Police are applying Section 72 (4) which refers to slip lanes.
“However, the Section 72 heading and introduction specifically states that the entire regulation does not apply to T-intersections or roundabouts,” Mayor Hoban told Council, seeking clarification from staff.
Council’s Director of Engineering responded that regardless which traffic rule applied to the Giinagay Way/Valla Beach Road intersection, the current road rules require that all vehicles turning left in a slip lane give way to all other vehicles and pedestrians.
In 2023, three of the Nambucca Valley’s intersections, including the one in question,
had give-way signs installed, with many locals finding their placement confusing and dangerous.
“I have witnessed numerous occasions where the vehicle turning right off the through road isn’t aware that the vehicle in the slip lane must give way to them and they ended up in a standoff,” said Ms Hilson.
“It's unusual treatment for this type of T-intersection,” she said, comparing this intersection to others across NSW.
Ms Anderson explained the group’s frustration with finding out about the time and place of regular meetings of the Nambucca Valley Road Safety Committee, comprising representatives from Police, Transport for NSW,
NAMBUCCA VALLEY’S COMMEMORATION
Ex-Serving people in the Nambucca Valley and surrounding districts are invited to commemorate on the 11th July at a service at Nambucca Heads.
The inaugural service for the Nambucca Valley is planned to be hosted by the Nambucca Heads RSL sub Branch, commencing at the Nambucca Heads War Memorial Cenotaph at 11:00 AM All Ex-Serving members are welcome – you do not need to be a part of an RSL sub Branch to mark the occasion.
Nambucca Valley Council and the office of Oxley State MP Michael Kemp.
They had been told one was scheduled for 4 June but this did not go ahead and the group has been unable to determine details of the next meeting.
She detailed meeting with a representative from Transport for NSW twice, who agreed that changes would be made but so far, nothing appears to have been done.
Ms Hilson also described frustrations with emails and responses regarding the situation between herself and Transport for NSW representatives.
“We have tried to be nice and say the right things and be courteous or whatever
but not hearing from anyone, hence we are here,” Ms Anderson said.
Ms Anderson also said she had suggested that lowering the speed limit for drivers on Giinagay Way in this section, from 90 to 60 km/hr, would make the intersection safer but the representative from Transport for NSW had told her this was not a possibility. Council resolved to write to Transport for NSW seeking clarification on the use of rule 72 at the intersection and requesting action regarding residents’ safety concerns. If favourable advice is not received within one month, the Council resolved to seek legal opinion on the application of rule 72 at T-intersections.
Ex -Serving people in the Nambucca Valley and surrounding districts are invited to commemorate on the at service at Nambucca Heads. The inaugural service for the Nambucca Valley is planned to be hosted by the Nambucca Heads RSL sub commencing at the Nambucca Heads War Memorial Cenotaph at 11:00 AM
All Ex -Serving members are welcome you do not need to be a part of an RSL sub Branch to mark the occasion.
For any further details, interested persons are asked to please contact the Master of Ceremonies for the Event – the Vice President of Nambucca Heads RSL sub Branch
Ellicott on telephone: (0410) 575 640 , or by emailing Nambucca
For any further details, interested persons are asked to please contact the Master of Ceremonies for the Event –the Vice President of Nambucca Heads RSL sub Branch –Mr Chris Ellicott on telephone: (0410) 575 640, or by emailing Nambucca RSL sub Branch at; nambucca-headsSB@rslnsw.org.au
Nambucca Heads sub Branch
World heritage proposal for koala park
By Andrew VIVIAN
conservation
COMMUNITY
groups have launched a proposal to create a 492,000 hectare (ha) world heritage area covering the proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP).
Fifty people attended the launch of the world heritage listing proposal at the Cavanbah Centre last Friday evening.
They joined 70 people who attended a Bellingen launch and 35 attendees each in Bowraville and Nymboida.
The proposal has been supported by a small grant from Griffith University, and endorsed by the Koala History and Sustainability Research Cluster, based at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
Dr Tim Cadman, who had a number of roles in developing the proposal, along with 30 fellow collaborators, said the launches have been very well received.
The proposal is for 492,000 ha, of which 200,000 ha is State Forest.
Approximately 100,000
q Tim Cadman talks through the technical details of the world heritage proposal.
ha of the proposed world heritage area consists of forests which have been ‘adopted’ by local ‘Friends’ groups.
The Friends groups comprise local residents who live in and around the State Forests and National Parks under consideration for inclusion within a Great Koala National Park.
More than half of the koala records cited in the proposal are located within ‘Friends’ reserves, which
indicate that koalas are to be found in areas zoned ‘native forest’ and ‘plantation’.
More than half of the high-conservation-value forest (rainforest, old growth, disturbed old growth) is within the Friends reserves.
Dr Cadman said there is more than 15,000 ha of zoned plantation within the proposal.
In addition to the native forest, original forest and native vegetation inside the formal plantations, there is
Tropical Soda Apple infestation risks
LANDHOLDERS on the North Coast are facing significant challenges following an extremely successful growing season for Tropical soda apple.
This aggressive and prickly shrub, known for its rapid spread and high-risk status, is straining efforts to maintain control.
North Coast Regional Weeds Coordinator Ashley Dongés emphasised the importance of following the best practice guide for control and reaching out to local council weeds officers for further on-ground advice.
"The rate and amount of germination brought on by
our warm summer conditions and recent rain mean that places where the weed has occurred before and new areas where it might spread will need to be inspected as a priority."
Tropical soda apple fruits quickly after rain, producing many viable seeds that can spread and germinate rapidly. These infestations impact agricultural land, forests, riparian zones, and disturbed ground, displacing native or existing plants.
The seed is spread through cattle and machinery movement, baled grass, floods, and by other animals that consume the fruit.
“This is why Tropical soda apple is a high priority for control across the state and particularly in the North Coast region,” Ashley said.
The Biosecurity (Tropical soda apple) Control Order 2022 underscores the critical need for stringent control measures.
Allowing the plant to go to seed and failing to act towards eradication is a breach of the control order.
Moving stock, machinery, or fodder off infested properties without appropriate quarantine and hygiene actions is also prohibited.
Landholders should hold
stock in Tropical soda applefree paddocks for seven days before sale or movement off infested properties.
Restricting livestock from grazing in areas with Tropical soda apple and regularly checking cattle handling facilities, camps and yards for seedlings and new infestations are vital steps to reduce the spread.
Individuals must report new infestations of this weed as soon as practical.
If you believe you may have Tropical soda apple on your property, please notify the local council weeds officer or the NSW DPI Biosecurity Helpline on 1800 680 244.
approximately 4,000 ha of additional native vegetation and roughly 1,400 ha of highconservation-value forest that has been converted to plantation since 1998, or is under threat of conversion.
He said the majority of this is high value koala habitat.
The major recommendation in the proposal concerns Federal and State governments more accurately interpreting historical and new
information about the area proposed for the GKNP.
This includes more accurate assessment of koala numbers and conservation values so no areas are excluded.
“Without world heritage status, our eucalyptus forests and koala habitat inside the current park will continue to be destroyed – forever.”
More information can be found at https:// greaterkoalapark.org/ about-2/.
q Tropical soda apple is an aggressive, prickly shrub.
(if unsure
q Fifty people attended the presentation in Coffs Harbour. Photo: Friends of Orara East State Forest.
Updates on long-awaited sewerage scheme
By Jen HETHERINGTON
KEMPSEY Shire Council (KSC) has provided community members with an update on the long-awaited Stuarts Point Sewerage Scheme.
According to KSC, the scheme will effectively service Stuarts Point, Grassy Head and Fishermans Reach and provide a modern and reliable means of treating sewage and
disposing of treated effluent.
Background work has been progressing quietly on the project, with KSC telling residents the studies required for the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) are almost complete.
Council has indicated all noise modelling is complete, while soil and contamination field studies, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal cultural heritage studies, and a biodiversity field study have been completed and are in the process of
being reviewed.
Traffic and transport data is also reportedly complete and being reviewed.
A social impact assessment, alongside a water, water quality and licensing assessment, are both almost complete, according to KSC.
“Once the studies are complete the draft EIS will be finalised for formal submission to Kempsey Shire Council for review and comment,” Council stated.
“Submission to the NSW
Volunteer of the year
Health carers recognised
THIS year’s Mid North Coast Local Health District Excellence Awards have been announced.
Acting Chief Executive Jill Wong said the awards are an opportunity to recognise staff who demonstrate outstanding commitment to safety, innovation, sustainability, workplace culture and patient experience.
“It was inspiring to see the dedication, innovation and compassion shown by our teams and individuals as they epitomise the essence of healthcare excellence,” Ms Wong said.
Several award recipients will now be nominated for the NSW Health Awards to be held later in the year.
The winners in each category are:
Nurse/Midwife of the Year: Stephen Long from Port Macquarie Base Hospital
Allied Health Professional of the Year: Deborah Kennedy, Physiotherapist (Transitional Aged Care)
Excellence in Volunteering: Heather Edwards, BowraMacksville UHA
Employee of the Year in a Corporate/Administrative Role: James Bultitude, Macksville District Hospital
Collaborative Leader of the Year: Gary Orange, Internal Audit and Risk
Employee Safety and Wellbeing:
Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) will follow in mid-2024 for review and public exhibition with a determination expected in early 2025.”
The project will involve the construction of a pressure sewer system to service approximately 520 properties, and a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) to treat the sewage and dunal discharge for disposal of treated effluent (similar to South West Rocks).
HEATHER Edwards, a member of the BowraMacksville United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA), has been named the Mid North Coast Local Health District’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year.
The prestigious award recognises Heather’s dedication and commitment to excellence in volunteering at Macksville District Hospital for the past twelve years.
Heather has now been nominated for the NSW Health Awards (Volunteer of the Year), which will be announced late this year.
Macksville District Hospital Deputy Director of Nursing Mark Tyler said the recognition was well deserved.
“Heather embodies the spirit of selflessness and dedication to others,” Mr Tyler said.
“She has exceptional organisational skills, which are put to great use rostering the volunteers for duty at the UHA Café in the hospital,
Time Out Tuesday (a 30-minute self-care session for staff).
People and Culture: Macksville Culture Transformer (a workforce transformation program).
Health Research and Innovation: Implementing and Evaluating Midwifery Care.
Keeping People Healthy: Clear the Clouds (an innovative approach to tackling tobacco and vape use).
Chief Executive Close the Gap Award: Daalbirrwirr Gamambigu (Safe Children) for improving cultural appropriateness of healthcare delivery.
Transforming the Patient Experience: The Birth of a Regional Network All-Risk Midwifery Group Practice (Macksville).
For residents wanting to learn more, a community information drop-in session will be held at the Stuarts Point Community Hall on Thursday 4 July from 4 to 7pm.
A virtual information session will also be held on MS Teams on Friday July 5 from 8:30 to 9am, with registrations essential.
Further sessions will be held at the Community Hall in early October.
More information is available atksc.pub/stuarts-point
but she also has great warmth and humour which has endeared her to not only her fellow volunteers, but to staff and café patrons as well.”
In the twelve years since Heather joined the UHA, she has volunteered approximately 4700 hours.
The North East Regional Representative for the United Hospital Auxiliaries of NSW, Dee Hunter, also a member of the BowraMacksville branch, congratulated her colleague and long-time friend.
“Heather is a remarkable volunteer, and we are so lucky to have her as our roster clerk, recruitment officer and assistant branch secretary,” Ms Hunter said.
“Heather is the mainstay of our volunteer café at Macksville District Hospital.
“She frequently steps in to work at short notice to fill in for a volunteer who cannot work due to a family or health issue.”
q People and Culture Director Taresa Rosten presents the trophy for the People and Culture Award to Jess Smith, Andrew Bailey and Adam Simmons for the Macksville Culture Transformer program.
q BowraMacksville UHA volunteer Heather Edwards has been named the Mid North Coast Local Health District Volunteer of the Year.
Great Koala National Park being ‘targeted’ for logging
By Andrew VIVIAN
ANALYSIS undertaken by Forest Alliance
NSW indicates that forests in the proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP) are being targeted with logging at a rate three times higher than other North Coast state forests.
The Alliance says Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) maps, as at June 25 this year, show that of the 20 active logging operations from the Hunter region to the Queensland border, more than half are in the GKNP footprint.
This is despite the proposed park area containing just one fifth of State Forests in the region.
The State Labor Government committed to create a Great Koala National Park at the 2023 State Election and has since established a protracted process to determine the boundary of the park.
“The Minns Government is allowing the State-owned logging company to target the proposed park to take as many trees as they can, degrading the proposed park before it’s even established,” said Dalian Pugh from the North East Forest Alliance.
“It’s outrageous.”
A range of conservation groups have been calling for an immediate moratorium on logging in the proposed park for the past year.
“We warned that this would be the result if a moratorium was not put in place while the park was designed and that’s exactly what has occurred,” Mr Pugh said.
“The Community Advisory Panel’s recommendations for a moratorium, or to at least undertake pre-logging surveys to identify core koala habitat to protect while the assessment is undertaken, have been rejected by the Government.”
Jacqui Mumford from the NSW Nature Conservation Council said the Minns Government’s commitment to the creation of a Great Koala National Park was an opportunity to leave a “proud legacy”.
“However they are allowing the Forestry Corporation to erode that legacy,” Ms Mumford said.
“We’re reiterating our call
for logging in the proposed park boundary to cease while the process to establish the park is completed.”
Forest Alliance NSW’s Justin Field said it is clear the GKNP area “is being targeted for logging by the Forestry Corporation”.
“It’s bad faith from the stateowned logging company.”
“They know the direction the Government is heading and they are making a mockery of that commitment.
“The Minns Government needs to step in and stop this destruction if the park is going to be the reserve koalas need to survive.”
Greens MP and spokesperson for the environment Sue Higginson said, “Preventing koalas from going extinct by 2050 is an obligation that all of us have responsibility for and that both sides of politics have committed to, but the Minns Government is undermining their own goals by logging the Great Koala National Park.
“Without immediate Government intervention in this intensive logging of the Great Koala National Park, local extinction of koalas is a serious risk.”
FCNSW and the office of the Minister for the Environment, Penny Sharpe, were contacted for comment.
q Great Koala National Park proponents say it is being logged disproportionately.
Photo: Friends of Orara East State Forest.
Jacqui named top trainer
By Andrea FERRARI
NV COLLEGE’S Jacqui Boaden has won the top honour in the 2024 North Coast and Mid North Coast Training Awards, being named Vocational Education and Training (VET) Trainer/ Teacher of the Year.
Jacqui is an esteemed member of the NV College staff working in both the Coffs Harbour and Macksville campuses.
The NSW Training Awards are conducted annually by Training Services NSW to recognise outstanding achievement in the vocational education and training sector.
The Awards honour and reward the achievements of students, trainers/teachers, training organisations, and large and medium
employers.
“I’m very proud to be the recipient of this award and look forward to contributing further to innovative and impactful learning,” Jacqui told News Of The Area.
“When I see students relax and enjoy the study, complete their certification, and develop in ways that at times they didn’t expect to, I feel privileged to be a part of the experience,” she told News Of The Area.
These outcomes inspire her to continue.
“It gives me a deep sense of fulfilment and satisfaction and I find it very motivating when they are connected to the environment in which they learn.
“I consider myself lucky to be involved in the learning process and it motivates me to continually expand my skills in a meaningful and engaging learning.”
Training of a high standard acts like a springboard, Jacqui said.
q At the opening of NV College Coffs Harbour, Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh took the opportunity to congratulate Jacqui on taking the top title in the VET training awards.
“You can only go forwards.”
Her innovative style is reflected in the learner’s requirements.
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“As all of us learn differently it keeps me on my toes, making sure that the standard of the training that I deliver reflects each individual’s needs.”
Her style allows for self-reflection and students realise they can learn.
“If a person is engaged and enjoying the training and their assessment process is reflecting that
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q NV College’s Jacqui Boaden (centre), her colleague Amanda Davis (left) and General Manager Karen Busby celebrate Jacqui being named VET Trainer/Teacher of the Year.
Macksville and Coffs Harbour.
Local bands making waves
By Andrea FERRARI
TWO local young bands - Atlas Blue and Purple Disturbance - will hit the stage at Eungai Creek later this month.
Atlas Blue is a group of young musicians from around the Nambucca area.
Rami and Jamal, who play guitar and drums respectively, met each other through a music program, and Chloe, who sings and plays bass, reached out to the group when they were in need of a singer.
Some of their musical influences include Led Zeppelin, The Runaways and Jeff Buckley.
Purple Disturbance is a four-piece high school rock band from Coffs Harbour “who make an absolute bloody racket”, according to event promoter FourWall.
q Purple Disturbance.
their untainted youthful exuberance and high hormone energy.
and Talking
“Fuelled by the boredom of small town life they utilised
Live music brings joy to Taylors Arm
COFFS Harbour band
Pleasing George and support act Dylan Wigley rocked The Pub With No Beer on Sunday 23 June, with residents and
visitors from afar revelling in the quality of the local live music.
This iconic pub, a veritable music museum, is
“Originating as four outcasts with bad skin and a
q Dylan Wigley supported Pleasing George at the Sunday session.
adorned with memorabilia from Slim Dusty and other country music legends, and its storied past still resonates throughout the building.
Whether you're a history buff, a music lover, or just in
search of a memorable stop on your travels, the Pub with No Beer offers a welcoming atmosphere and a story that's sure to captivate.
George Wilson, the charismatic frontman of Pleasing George, cherishes playing at this distinctive venue.
"What makes this place
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special isn’t just its location but the people you meet from all over Australia," he shared.
"You’re always greeted with a friendly 'g’day' from the locals and the welcoming staff.
"There’s nothing better than seeing the crowd smiling and dancing, truly
enjoying themselves.
“We played three sets, and the audience grew throughout the day.
“The locals love live music and are an absolute pleasure to perform for.
“A special shout-out to young Dylan Wigley for supporting the band, we had a blast," concluded Wilson.
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shared love of old classic acts such as The Clash, Joy Division
Heads, they are now joined at the head, genre fluid with a willingness to do
whatever they kinda want.” The groups will combine for a band night show at the Eungai Creek Buffalo Farm on 13 July.
q Atlas Blue.
q Pleasing George with frontman George Wilson singing on the tables.
HYPOTHETICAL
By Manny WOOD
Lengthy trial produces insufficient evidence
RUTH, aged 85, transfers a piece of real estate to her son’s wife and another property to his daughter.
Ruth tells the solicitor that “they have always done everything they can to look after me and in return I want to give them the properties”.
The price was recorded as one dollar and substantial stamp duty was paid on the market value of the properties.
Ruth is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease one year later.
When Ruth passes-away four years later, her other son, Gary discovers the transfers of Ruth’s real estate.
Gary claims that at the time of the transfers, his mother did not have sufficient mental capacity and that she was the victim of unconscionable conduct and undue influence.
The matter proceeds to a two-week hearing.
The Court hears “lay” evidence from family and friends and the solicitor involved, as well as expert medical evidence.
It is revealed that Ruth never saw her solicitor alone and was not the subject of a capacity assessment at the time of the transfers.
Ruth’s GP states that she was always “chaperoned” when she attended his clinic and during the course of the relatively brief visits, she appeared “emotionally frail”.
However, medical experts retrospectively assessing Ruth’s capacity, conclude that she was only suffering from mild to moderate impairment at the time the transfers were made.
After a deliberation of six months, judgment is handed down.
The Court ultimately rules that there was insufficient evidence to find that Ruth lacked the requisite mental capacity to transfer the real estate.
However, the Court finds that at the time of the transfers, Ruth was “very vulnerable” and could have been easily influenced.
In the absence of evidence that the transfers were of Ruth’s “own free will” and were “fair, just and reasonable”, it is ruled that the transfers were in fact the product of unconscionable conduct and undue influence on the basis of a presumption of an “unconscientious exploitation of a known special disadvantage”.
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.
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Dutton’s nuclear push
DEAR News Of The Area,
I HAVE read with interest your correspondents’ comments on the proposed nuclear power initiative championed by the Federal Opposition. They all seem quite focused on the legitimacy of the Coalition implementing the plan.
Mr Dutton states our first nuclear power plant can be operating by the mid 2030s.
Australia’s truly independent experts in the field from the CSIRO say that the unveiling date is more likely to be closer to 2040, but only if the work starts soon.
Putting aside the massive costs, social disruption, discord, and division this intention will create, I ask your readers to consider what Australia will be like in 2040?
Peter Dutton will be 70 years of age and no doubt very much enjoying his generous Federal Parliamentary pension.
He will certainly not be around to publicly account for or justify the mess this proposal may lead us to in terms of taxpayer debt, the safe storage of nuclear waste and the estimated huge per kilowatt cost of nuclear power to the consumer.
For this so-called necessary initiative, we will be billions of dollars in debt for decades (the plan is for the nuclear power plants to be owned by taxpayers), for a contribution to our energy needs provided by all these
nuclear power plants of an estimated mere four percent of total national electricity supply.
The small modular reactors this plan is partly relying upon have not even been invented yet, and there are none currently producing nuclear power anywhere in the world, a carbon copy, spin doctor creation remarkably like the often-touted ‘carbon capture technology’.
They are both half-baked thought bubbles, con jobs without supporting science and ones that are entirely unaligned with either feasibility or reality.
By 2040 it is highly likely that advances in renewable energy generation, power storage in batteries and pumped hydro, and yet to be invented technological developments in generating power from clean, green renewable energy systems, such as ‘green hydrogen’, solar and wind, will continue to grow and increasingly dominate electricity markets, providing ever cheaper forms of power that don’t burn fossil fuels and are least damaging to our planet.
There will be an abundance of cheap electricity and we simply will not need that extra four percent nuclear power.
I cannot help but feel this nuclear energy push is little more than a white elephant charade, with the real intention being to undermine, and possibly even destroy confidence in
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN On theCouch
DEAR Jasminda,
After years of trying to get my husband to read, a mutual friend alerted me to a local men's book club. Just teasing, I suggested he join.
He's been attending for a few months and has turned into a bit of a bookworm. Last night he said he was going to do some work in the shed, and when I checked, he was sitting on an Esky reading a short story collection. I feel confused.
Rebecca P.
Dear Rebecca,
I've never been to a book club, but I've heard that they range from alcoholfuelled group hugs with nary a novel in sight, to robust discussions that end with a formerly unassuming man named Roger hurling Camembert cheese at the host (henceforth debarred from future gatherings).
Still, I'd suggest that out of the range of men's groups your husband could join, a book club is probably way down the line
the economic investment planning and accelerating adoption of the rapidly growing sustainable energy industry, and to allow the coal and gas giants to continue to quietly peddle and profit from their enormously destructive and dirty industries.
This nuclear energy proposal is the standard political dodge, kicking the can of important energy
World record attempt
By Andrea FERRARI
SKYDIVERS all over the world will take a leap of faith on Saturday 13 July, uniting on the inaugural World Skydiving Day to attempt a world record for the most skydives completed in a single day.
Operating in the area for over 20 years, Coffs Skydivers will be amongst the potential record setters, landing at Park Beach.
“We are excited to be participating in World Skydiving Day,” Coffs Skydivers Instructor Jimmy Callaghan told News Of The Area.
“As well as participating in a world record you will be treated to the amazing views of our stunning Coffs Coast while experiencing the ultimate thrill of freefall.”
The Australian Parachute Federation is collaborating with Skydiving Associations in America, Britain, Canada, and New Zealand to hold the historic event, with more
countries expected to take part.
Australian Parachute Federation (APF) CEO Stephen Porter said World Skydiving Day 2024 is a milestone event.
“World Skydiving Day is more than a global adrenaline rush – it’s a great opportunity to bring our community together and promote this fantastic sport,” he said.
The attempt is open to tandem, student and licensed skydivers, who must jump from their chosen drop zone on that calendar day to be counted in the final world record tally.
Mr Porter encouraged anyone interested in trying skydiving to sign up for a jump on World Skydiving Day.
“Why not enjoy the thrill of a lifetime, get to know the skydiving community, and make history all at the same time,” he said.
Australia’s first jump of the day will be from the Sunshine Coast’s Caloundra drop zone, with jumps across 33 Australian drop zone sites.
in terms of misadventure and added expense.
Since he's reading in the shed, it doesn't sound as though the book club is a ruse for something shadier like a Wim Hof Ice-bath group or an MLM Healy Machine gathering or a Fight Club. Just to be sure, though, check for the corresponding signs: frostbite or discussions around Quantum Potential Frequencies or bruises on his torso.
Seriously, though, anything that gets more people, particularly males, reading is a wonderful thing. Maybe now you can chat about books and even offer some suggestions.
Before you know it he'll be attending Writers' Festivals, shaking his head at comma splices and dangling modifiers, and neglecting bin night because he's reclining on the sofa (sixteen dogs on his lap) reading Hemingway. Things could be worse.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
reform a little further down the road for someone else to pick up later, a ruse that conservatives often expertly adopt to benefit existing interests.
Our country, indeed, our world, cannot afford to wait.
Your sincerely, Martin SMITH, Fernbrook.
Once all jumps have been completed on 13 July, the Australian Parachute Federation will submit proof of these jumps to the United States Parachute Association (USPA).
q Skydiving over Coffs. Photo: Coffs Skydivers.
USPA will coordinate the complex world record verification process, combining the tally of jumps from participating skydiving associations around the globe.
Activists march for Gaza awareness
ON Sunday June 30 three members of Palestine action group ‘Gather for Gaza’, with support from Gumbaynggirr Elders, walked seventeen kilometres from the river in Bellingen to the lido in Urunga.
Group members say the symbolic protest march took place in response to the Prime Minister’s recent criticism of the chant ‘From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free’ and what the group views as the Australian Government’s inaction and complicity.
“In the months since the International Court of Justice (ICJ) genocide case, Israel has not complied with orders to take immediate measures to enable urgently needed basic services and humanitarian aid which have resulted in catastrophic conditions,” a group spokesperson said.
The group is seeking to raise awareness of the situation faced by Palestinians in Gaza and across the occupied territories.
“The group - which comprises everyday working
q The group is seeking to raise awareness of the situation faced by Palestinians in Gaza and across the occupied territories.
Australians, business owners, teachers, nurses, and social workers - oppose all forms of racism including antisemitism and islamophobia and also reject the PM’s condemnation of what they
see as a freedom chant for a people who have endured 76 years of violent occupation,” the spokesperson said.
“UNICEF and reputable human rights organisations have called Gaza a grave yard
of thousands of children, with more children killed in Israel’s siege of Gaza than world conflicts of the last four years.
“The numbers are staggering, 15,000 children
17,000
many thousands
suffering amputations and other injuries.”
NAIDOC theme inspires strength and resilience
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Coffs Coast community
is set to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024 (7 -14 July), with this year's theme ‘Keeping the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud’.
“‘Blak, Loud, and Proud’ encapsulates the unapologetic celebration of Indigenous identity, empowering us to stand tall in our heritage and assert our place in the modern world,”
National NAIDOC Committee
Co-Chair Steven Satour said.
“This theme calls for a reclamation of our narratives, an amplification of our voices, and an unwavering
commitment to justice and equality.”
The theme was created as an invitation to all Australians to listen, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue, fostering a society where the wisdom and contributions of Indigenous peoples are fully valued and respected.
Reflecting on the theme in light of the 2023 Voice Referendum result, local NAIDOC Week organiser Lachlan Skinner shared his personal connection.
"For me personally, this is the perfect theme following the 2023 Voice Referendum result,” Lachlan said.
“Reminding us that even
with a majority ‘no’ vote through the referendum we need to keep going.
“Our community wanted change, and we wanted it in the form of a voice in parliament.
“Unfortunately, once the results were released, I felt exhausted… like everything that we worked for, not only in the months leading up to this referendum, but everything our communities have fought for over 200 years, felt like it was for nothing.”
Through the theme, Lachlan says that Indigenous communities are reminded that the fight for rights and change has faced many
barriers over 200-plus years.
“But we need to remember that we are part of the longest living and surviving culture, and that is every reason to pick ourselves up and keep moving forward," he said.
The Coffs Coast community is encouraged to join in the celebrations across fourteen events planned for NAIDOC Week 2024, to honour the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and to support the ongoing journey towards justice and equality.
“Fourteen events across seven days… there really is
something for everyone,” said Lachlan, who is founder of OneMob Radio.
Events include NAIDOC markets, an Elders Luncheon, a ‘Glow Ball’, a music festival, kid’s disco, breakfast at Pete’s Place, community fun days and more.
“We welcome everyone and anyone to come along, join in, and celebrate with us,” Lachlan said.
For more information on NAIDOC Week events and activities, please head to the OneMob Radio Facebook or Instagram accounts @ onemobradio or email onemobradio@gmail.com.
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q Coffs Coast NAIDOC Week organisers Lachlan Skinner and Noelene Skinner, with (front row) Aunty Sue, Aunty Julie and Aunty Jenny at a past NAIDOC Elders luncheon.
q Jodie Hart, tireless community and health worker Aunty Carol Hart and Eli Hart.
q Jumbaal Dreaming are scheduled to headline the Budaabung Bellingen NAIDOC event.
q The Jalay Jalay dancers will be out and about at events during NAIDOC Week.
q Casey Reid from Mini Me Treasures will be at the NAIDOC Harbourside Markets.
q Activists walked seventeen kilometres from the river in Bellingen to the lido in Urunga.
Stargazing: The curious case of NASA lawsuits
By David RENEKE, Astronomer
IN the annals of legal history, few entities have faced such an eclectic array of lawsuits as NASA, the vanguard of humanity's exploration of the cosmos.
Among the myriad tales of litigation lies a tapestry of peculiar cases that defy the conventional and embrace the bizarre.
One might imagine that lawsuits against NASA involve issues like rocket malfunctions or space debris causing damage.
However, the reality is often far more colourful.
Meet Sylvia, a selfproclaimed psychic from California who, in a twist of cosmic irony, sued NASA for allegedly interfering with her "vibrations”.
Sylvia claimed that NASA's powerful radio transmissions disrupted her psychic abilities and cosmic channelling sessions, rendering her
unable to commune with extraterrestrial beings.
Her lawsuit, filed in 2008, sought damages for what she described as "interference with spiritual energy flow”.
The judge found it difficult to maintain a straight face, and Sylvia's case was promptly dismissed, leaving her spirits less attuned than ever.
Across the country in New York City, another legal saga unfolded with Jack, a charismatic entrepreneur who boldly asserted ownership of Mars.
Jack, armed with a makeshift deed and a flair for publicity, filed a lawsuit against NASA in 2016, demanding recognition of his alleged property rights over the Red Planet.
His claim?
Jack argued that his ancestors had bequeathed Mars to him through a series of cryptic family documents dating back centuries.
Despite the court's
scepticism and NASA's bemusement, Jack's case garnered international attention before ultimately being dismissed as frivolous.
Meanwhile, in a suburb of Houston, Texas, a man named Larry embarked on a crusade against NASA for what he vehemently believed was "bad TV reception from space”.
Convinced that NASA's satellite transmissions were to blame for his fuzzy television signals, Larry filed a lawsuit in 2013 seeking compensation for the alleged interference.
However, investigations later revealed that the culprit was not cosmic interference but a faulty aerial on his roof. NASA, with its usual deadpan humour, pointed out that their satellites were busy probing the cosmos, not hijacking Larry's soap operas.
In the realm of legal outcomes, some plaintiffs have indeed emerged victorious against NASA.
Take the case of Emily, an amateur astronomer from Florida who successfully sued NASA in 2005 for damages
q NASA has been involved in some unique and colourful lawsuits over the years.
caused by a stray piece of space debris that crashed into her backyard observatory.
Emily's meticulous documentation and expert testimony proved pivotal in establishing NASA's liability, resulting in a substantial settlement that funded repairs and upgrades to her observatory.
These cases illustrate the spectrum of human responses to the wonders and complexities of space exploration.
NV College opens in Coffs
By Andrea FERRARI
A SATISFIED sense of achievement was conveyed by the staff and students of NV College (NVC) at the official opening of its Moonee Street, Coffs Harbour campus on Thursday 27 June.
Uncle Barry Hoskins gave a Welcome to Country and Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh cut the ribbon to officially open the training facility.
Adding to the occasion was the belated celebration of the business’ tenth birthday.
NV College began in Macksville in 2013, specialising in training targeting the aged care industry.
Since then, the college has continued to grow and innovate, providing training and development for those wanting a career or to upskill
in the areas of aged care, home and community care, disability care, hospitality, or business and leadership.
NVC Group’s Henny Oldenhove spoke about the humble beginnings of NVC almost 50 years ago as a provider of aged care staff based in Macksville.
The decision was made ten years ago to create a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
“[It was] designed to make sure we could train the workforce we were supplying to support aged care,” said Henny.
“Over that ten years NVC has grown to opening an office in Coffs and now a college in Coffs.
“It is the strength of the workforce that is the strength of any organisation.
“Their capabilities and capacity to deliver
quality aged care support is absolutely critical to us as an organisation,” she said.
NV College RTO Manager Enrico Fabian told News Of The Area the courses are heavily subsidised to encourage people into the aged care industry.
“There’s not enough staff to cover the growing aged care industry.
“Our college is a specialist in care, it’s what we do best.”
The key product from NV College, said Enrico, is the Certificate III in Individual Support.
Student Mitch told the story of his journey with NV College at the opening.
After a complete change in his personal circumstances, he found himself a new arrival living in Nambucca.
As a mature-aged man, Mitch said he was navigating significant hurdles to re-
entering the workforce.
A serendipitous meeting led him to learn more about career opportunities in caring roles.
“[There is] an area of need, it’s government funded and subsidised to acquire the training and there were incentives for learners,” he said.
After a conversation with Enrico, it was agreed Mitch would enrol for the Cert III Individual Support qualification.
As a student of trainer Jacqui Boaden’s, he was “off to a flying start”.
Mitch soon took on a traineeship which resulted in his full time employment in the home and community sector under the guidance of NVC’s Jackie Wills.
Through ongoing mentorship, he’s “still growing”, he said.
From psychic vibrations to planetary ownership and cosmic television signals, lawsuits against NASA reflect broader societal attitudes towards science, technology, and the unknown.
While many of these cases may appear outlandish, they serve as poignant reminders of the profound impact that space exploration has on our collective imagination and daily lives.
As we continue to navigate the frontiers of space, one can only speculate about the future legal disputes that may arise.
Whether fuelled by genuine grievances, eccentric beliefs, or a quest for recognition, these lawsuits against NASA showcase the enduring fascination and occasional discord that accompany humanity's quest to understand the universe beyond our Earthly bounds. See Dave’s website: www. davidreneke.com.
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addressing the launch gathering, spoke of the “huge skills
on the
“We have an ageing population here, with plenty of people looking at the next ten or twenty years and thinking about the kind of care they might be requiring,” Mr Singh said.
“Our hospitality sector is also crying out for skilled and trained workers.
“This college fills an important need in our community as well as being great for Coffs Harbour from an economic point of view.”
NVC Group has been successfully training international students from Fiji and Malaysia, an area it is continuing to grow.
Member
Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh,
shortage”
Mid North Coast.
q Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh cuts the ribbon to officially open NV College’s Coffs Harbour campus, with RTO Manager Enrico Fabian.
q Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh, NVC Group’s Henny Oldenhove, Stephen Spear and NV College’s Jacqueline Wills.
q Trainer Jacqui Boaden with students Minny, Kinny, Veena and friend of NV College, Pat.
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
By Geoffrey McCANN
LAST week of the Financial Year, and it’s all happening on the Island! We have commenced a total rebuild of our 12th Green, the serenity on the island replaced with the roar of Bulldozers, track trucks and excavators, courtesy of Fortade – we love your work Brad! Thankfully, the weather remained kind, and the new green has been formed up already. If that wasn’t enough, the Club suffered from Internet outages due to NBN maintenance, impacting our ability to access membership and golf systems – thanks all for your understanding – not our fault! The greens work hasn’t stopped our usual events for the week, culminating in a very successful first round of the inaugural Nambucca Valley Junior Open on Sunday.
Tuesday’s 6th Round of the Toyota Genuine Service “Island Challenge” monthly Open Stroke event was the first to be played on the temporary layout par 67, with the 12th out of play. Stephen Kimber (18) played well under his handicap to shoot an excellent net 61 to win from Daryl Wall (11) net 64. Stephen Carr won scratch
with 69. Kerrie Eichorn (10) was the best Lady with net 68 on c/b from Glenys Thompson. All above also receive a sleeve of golf balls for playing to Handicap or better. NTP’s also winning a sleeve of balls to Scott Burley on 5, Stuart Johnston on 7, Philip Mander on 8, Colin Wormleaton on 13, Paddy Byrne on 15 and Graham Watson on 18. The “Race to the Hunter Valley Drive, Play & Stay Package” is hotting up, with an increasing number of players achieving their minimum of 5 eligible rounds – Scott Burley leading on 354 from Ray Guiana 361, but Stephen Carr and others could upset that apple cart when he get his 5th round in - check out the Notice Board!
On Wednesday, the Women played a 4BBB event – Winners were Lyn Grose & Martine Murray 45 from Henny Oldenhove & Kerrie Eichorn 44 on c/b from Linne Street & Kerrie Jackson. The Ball Rundown to 41. NTP’s to Sue Brooks, Sue Seymour & Dianne Hophins on 5, Kerrie Eichorn, Marilyn McNally & Jan Harris on 8, and Cheryl Gilmour on 13.
The Monthly “Dolphin Day” Medley Stableford sponsored by Nambucca RSL Club was well patronised,
U3A Fishing for Fun
By Bruce REDMAN
HAVE you been to Gumma Reserve?
It's popular with quite a few and unknown to many.
Some seven kilometres east of the Macksville Post Office lies Gumma Reserve.
You travel on River St, Gumma Rd and Boultons Crossing Rd but there is only one turnoff, five km down, just follow the sign.
On our fishing Friday there were about seven caravans setup enjoying the tranquility of the reserve on the banks of
Warrell Ck when ten of our group arrived.
We spread out evenly along the riverbank and got to work.
There were plenty of bites but no fish for a while, Kathy broke the drought with a bream.
The campers started sitting around having a coffee and watching our antics.
Kathy caught a second bream which was too much for one of the campers who immediately got out his fishing gear. He cast out and sat in his chair to see
over 100 players competing in the competition. John Crosby (29) was the overall winner scoring 40 points to win the Dolphin Day Golf Shirt package on c/b from Nev Newman (9). Nev won Division 1 (0 to 15) from Stuart Johnston (11) 39 points. In Division 2 (16 to 22) Peter Moxon (21) won with 40 points from Michael Tarleton (22) on 38 points. Rodney Robertson (24) scored 38 points to win Division 3 (23 to 45) from Michael Farrugia (36) with 36 points. The Ball rundown to 33 points on c/b. Paul Ryan claimed the “Ecomist” Loaded Stubby Holder for the Longest Putt on 2, other NTP’s to Daryl Wall on 7, Nev Newman on 8, Matt Dyer won the “Pizza This” voucher on 13, Geoff McCann won Stu’s ball on 15 & Peter Bush pocketed the Pro Pin Jackpot on 18.
Saturday’s Medley Stableford was also the 2nd round of this year’s Handiskins Tournament, with 20 visitors in the field of 120 – all getting a game in before the expected wet week ahead! Christian Knight (13) had 39 points to win Division 1 (0 to 14) from Nathaniel Beverley (11) 38. Robert Reid (21) won
Division 2 (15 to 22) with 40 points from Daniel Wassens (15) 38 points. John Buganey (23) won Division 3 (23 to 45) from Kevin Anderson (36) with 40 points. The Ball Rundown to 33 points on c/b. Keith Elphick collected another “Ecomist” stubby holder for the Longest Putt on 2, other NTP’s to Gregory McCoy on 5, Philip Mander on 7 (42cms!), Stephen Carr on 8, Stephen Doherty won the “Pizza This” voucher on 13, Patrick Handsaker won Stu’s ball on 15 and Craig Haworth nearly holed out to only 16 cms on 18 to collect the Pro Pin Jackpot.
what happened.
Straight away he caught a good size flathead then his wife spent the next hour on the phone describing his antics.
Soon after Felicity let
Nambucca Bowls Report
By Charlie POTTER
WEDNESDAY June 26: The Nissan/Breakaway Selected Triples was won by J Kendon, Richard Newton and Peter Meehan. Second money went to Gordon Twist and Bill Coughlin (I don't know Gordon but he is obviously a VERY good bowler) and third to Tony Stokes, Trevor Hannaford and Ian Poletti. The Lucky Losers were Stan Flack, Dave Bates and John Kay. John was also the Lucky Bowler but missed the Jackpot of $240.
Fri Jun 28: The nominated triples day was sponsored by Laverty's, their generous support meaning there were two prizes for
each place. Winners were Harry Rauchenberger, myself and Mino Bettanin and Joe Franck, Bob Sutton and Darcy Rostron. Second places - Mitch Noiseworks McGill, Paul Michel and M McGill and Wayne Dargan, A Jackson and Bruce Mason. Third places to Glenn Brady, Owen Smith and Doug Cedelland and Mason Cardiff, Paul Ward and Michael Thomas. The Lucky Losers were Dale Scrivener, I Scmorf (really? But that's what was in the diary!) and Ian Poletti, and Tony Stokes, Terry Snowden and Fred Pope.Danny Curran drew Lucky Bowler but missed his rink for the $120 Jackpot. We appreciate Laverty's for
their ongoing support.
Major/Minor Pairs QFs. Bill Coughlan/Andrew Shearer 13 d Terry Steele/ Greg Hodge 11. Barney Ruane and Joe Franck 18 d Mick Ellison/Graham Hunt 14. Stuart Hughes (sub)/ Doug Cedelland 20 d Dallas Nancarrow/Graham Horne 16. The Semi Finals are carded for Sat. July 6, 1.pm... Bruno Ruane/Joe Franck v Aaron and Doug Cedelland and Bill Coughlin/Andrew Shearer v Danny Curran/ Angry Lawrence.
Sun June 30: The Footy/ Bowls Charity Day was a resounding success with close to 90 "bowlers", some not as accomplished as others, but it made no
Congratulations to Kevin Anderson, this Round winner of the Handiskins competition – A “Leuk the Duck” Wood Cover, a bottle of Peter Lehman’s best Shiraz, a sleeve of Bridgestone Golf Balls and more await in your Trophy package. The Round 2 Leaderboard on display in Clubhouse- next round Saturday 13th July –registration is still open, pay at Bar.
CALLING ALL JUNIOR GOLFERS! A great new Competition for Mid North Coast JUNIORS is being organised with over $4,000 in Prizes! With 3 rounds at
out a squeal and landed a bream.
Kathy stayed consistent all morning by catching four bream with a minimum of fuss while Simon eventually landed a
difference as scores didn't count anyway. It raised over $7000 for the two charities - Dementia and Family of League. The latter was well represented with Paul Sironen, Steve Carter and Michael Andrews interviewed by the FoL's Peter Barrett, before the auction which raised the bulk of the money. Special thanks to Rita's Bistro for the great breakfast and lunch (and now open Monday Nights -Ribs and Rump and
small bream.
3 different courses in June, July & August over 18 or 9 Holes, this is a great new iniative sponsored by Golf NSW, JNG to encourage our Junior golfers in age groups from under 12’s to 18’s and Cadets. Next rounds are at Macksville Sunday 31st JULY and Bellingen Sunday 18th AUGUST.
Registration details are on our Facebook page and Website for latest information.
Club Membership Fees for 2024/5 were due by 30th June – have you paid yours? See you on the Island.
The rest of us had to contend with just enjoying our morning in the sun.
Another eventual fishing morning was completed so we celebrated with a barbeque before heading home. U3A members can ring Greg Artlett on 04276894010 if they wish to join this group.
drink for $25), Dave Ironside Ogilvy for organising the whole shebang and running the auction from his wheelchair, Nurse Jinx who was responsible for getting Ironside to the day, and Terry Harvey and Nerida Blackford for all the photos on our Facebook pages. Plus our thanks to everyone who turned up to make it such an outstanding success.
Major Singles draw is now done and the first round is July 27 at 8.45am.
Club's 75th Anniversary Week July 30 - Aug 5. $3000 prizemoney and only $15 a player for all events except the final day's fours at $25, but that includes a roast lunch.
Versatility 5's, Oct 5, still needs teams... grade handicaps to add up to minimum 22 pts. If you haven't a current grade you'll get one! Teams play AM/ PM games of 90 minutes. Singles and 4's then pairs and triples.
Bowraville Golf Results
By Julee TOWNSEND
with
Noble, 6th
B Hoare. Ball Comp Caz & Maz, Tez & Paul. Next Week Monthly Medal a Stoke event.
q Happy junior golfers with their awards for the Nambucca Valley Junior Open. (L-R) Eden Campbell, Junior Coordinator Troy Herbert, Nathan Moran, Max Neal, Jordan Welsh, Jet Dixon and Jimmy Ward.
q Kath caught four bream to win the day.
q Felicity added this bream to our daily total.
q This bream caught by Simon was quickly returned to Warrell Creek.
Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News
By Paula GUTHRIE
RESULTS for the week ending Saturday June 29th, 2024.
Monday: 24th June
a seven-team event was played, directed by Lynne Slade. Winners Les Sinclair & Susie Keur with 66.67%,
second Colleen Robertson & Theda Faulwetter with 55.21%, third Jenette Fox & Maureen Cowan with 52.08%.
Tuesday: 25th June Our Tuesday event was cancelled due to low numbers. If you are interested in playing a relaxed bridge competition
with friendly people, we would love to see you, arrive around 6:30pm for a 6:45pm start. Alternately you can contact the club, see details on our webpage.
Wednesday: 26th June
Am-Pro event was played, directed by Carol McKee. A seven-table event was
Macksville Country Club Golf
By Max TURNER
SATURDAYS Stableford event was sponsored by Steve Hoskins and Mike Simpson.
It was won by Allan Clarke with Murray Spear finishing runner up.
With the Club Championships coming up each are showing the consistent form required
for four rounds to win their respective divisions.
Nearest the pins went to Dwayne Laverty (A), Don Forrester (B) and Roy Rudner in (C grade).
The Mid Week Competition was won by Tyler Fortescue with Jim Wilkes the best of the rest.
If Tyler can get home for the Championship weekends it would be great
to see him grouped with Allan Clarke as they would be expected to "burn the course" and the winner setting a course record - but favourites occasionally get beaten.
In the Chook Run Bob Lindsay had a four shot win with Lance Hore runner up on a count back from Tony Adams.
played. North/South won by Kevin Madgwick & Carol McKee with 57.14%, second Sandra Glover & Maureen Cowan with 55.95%, Danny O’Keefe & Paul Coe with 51.79%. East/West won by Theda Faulwetter & Charles Aspden 66.07%, second Leonie Harrison & Warwick
Knight with 58.04%, third Margaret Sullivan & Gary Walton with 53.57%.
Thursday: 27th June a five-table event was played, directed by Carol McKee.
North/South won Colin Tolley & Mike Siford with 60.50%, second Sandra Ellis & Leonie Harrison with 60.00%. East/West won by Daphne Priestley & Molly Butcher with 57.00%,
second Geoffrey Gardiner & Julianne Cowles with 51.50%.
Saturday: 29th June a nine-team event was played. Won by Helen Roswell & Noreen Cork with 65.97%, second John & Lynne Slade with 65.97%, third Mike & Linda Siford with 55.56%. Christmas in July will be held July 27, see you there.
Seahorses beat Comets in Round 10
By Aiden BURGESS
WOOLGOOLGA Seahorses,
Grafton Ghosts, and the South Grafton Rebels have been victorious during Round 10 of the Tooheys New Group 2 Rugby League season.
Woolgoolga Seahorses moved into third spot on the first-grade ladder with a 3612 win at home against the
Coffs Harbour Comets.
Grafton Ghosts moved into second spot on the ladder after beating the Sawtell Panthers 24-18 at home.
South Grafton Rebels kept their finals hopes alive with a 40-16 win at home against the Macksville Sea Eagles.
Sawtell Panthers host the Woolgoolga Seahorses in a catch-up game this Sunday
afternoon at Rex Hardaker Oval.
Woolgoolga Seahorses reserve grade side became the first team to beat the Coffs Harbour Comets this season, with a 28-22 win at home.
Sawtell Panthers maintained their place in the top four with a 32-28 win against the Grafton Ghosts.
Macksville Sea Eagles
continued their unbeaten season after a 36-0 win against the South Grafton Rebels.
Sawtell Panthers Women's Tackle team continued their stellar undefeated season with a 34-6 win against the Grafton Ghosts.
South Grafton Rebels beat the Macksville Sea Eagles 326.
Hall of Fame honour for Woodlocks
WHEN the inaugural inductees into the NSW Australian Football Hall of Fame were honoured, AFL North Coast stalwarts Jim and Jill Woodlock were two of them.
The honour is recognition for almost four decades of service to football in the North Coast region.
The very happily married couple were honoured at a black-tie event held at the Sydney Cricket Ground where just 100 people from the entire history of Australian Rules in New South Wales were inducted.
The pair admit they were thrilled not only when told of the news but also in the moments since including the gala event.
“We’re so honoured and we feel very humbled about it,” Jill said.
“I wasn’t able to sleep for a few days after we were told,” an excited Jim admitted.
“Everything rushes
through your mind of what you used to do and what happened here and what we were going to do about that.”
Jim first became president of the North Coast league in 1987 and that began a period of leadership that continued in different roles until 2013 when responsibility of the management of the game was turned over to AFL NSW/ACT.
And for most of the period he had his greatest supporter, Jill, also performing executive roles as secretary, treasurer and registrar as well as secretary of the tribunal from 1995 to 2012.
“I couldn’t have done it by myself,” Jim said of the wonderful work his wife has given.
The fact the pair worked together for so long and still continue to do so is recognised by the fact that the medal presented to the best player on the ground in the AFL North Coast's Senior Men’s grand final each year
isn’t called the Jim Woodlock Medal or the Jill Woodlock Medal, it’s simply known as the Woodlock Medal.
When Jill started dating Jim back in the early 1970s, a lifetime devoted to football was the last thing she expected.
“When I first met her, she didn’t know anything about Australian Football at all; did not know anything,” Jim explained.
“She said ‘you know what, if I’m going to be with you I’ll probably have to join you’ and that’s exactly what she did.”
Jill said she became a trainer for the Mornington Under 16s team which Jim was coaching at the time.
And so her life in footy began.
They worked together while Jim was first president of Mornington then the head of the Mornington Peninsula Football League.
After Jim earned life membership of the MPFL
(now MPNFL), their life in football was supposed to come to an end when they moved to Coffs Harbour in 1986 with sons Ryan and Brett, then aged eight and two, to start running a service station in Emerald Beach.
“We moved to get away from footy and it lasted three months,” Jill said.
When the couple arrived however, they became quickly aware of the lack of footballing opportunities for their sons.
“As soon as we got here there wasn’t any football for Ryan or Brett at all,” Jim said.
And so began their long relationship with football on the North Coast.
Coffs Harbour became the first regional centre in NSW to have Auskick and in 1995 they helped organise the first time North Coast kids played at half time of an AFL match.
“To get away from football was good but then all of a sudden it started again.
Nambucca Heads Women's Bowls Club
By Nerida BLACKFORD
HELLO All, I’m back from my travels and enjoying playing bowls again. It’s been hectic at the club in the two weeks since we’ve returned. Watch out for the men’s report about our Charity Day held on Sunday with proceeds
raised being shared between Dementia Australia and The Family of League. Thursday 20th July was our sponsored Laverty’s Day for the ladies. Games of triples were played with an open draw and the results wereWinners with the biggest
margin were Tina Ryan, Rosemary Dugdale and Margaret Flagg 22 against Chris Davis, Ava Power and Karen Liddell 12. Second place, with the smallest margin were Joan Haigh, Nerida Blackford and Elaine Fleming 18 over Anne Marie Johnson, Deb Mann and
Lynn Tarrant 17. The final game saw Janice Cedelland, Margaret Dwarte and Kim porter defeat Arlene Duffus, Pam James and Gloria Richardson 19-15. Thank you again to Laverty’s for their continued sponsorship and support of our Club.
South Grafton Rebels
Under 18s moved to the top of the ladder beating the Macksville Sea Eagles 3420 in their top of the ladder clash.
Coffs Harbour Comets beat the Woolgoolga Seahorses 300, and the Grafton Ghosts had a 38-16 win at home against the Sawtell Panthers.
Group 2 first grade ladder. 1.Nambucca Roosters. 20 points. 8 wins. 0 losses. 2 byes. 222 (points differential).
“And then from there that’s when it grew,” Jim said.
“We started with the juniors and seniors, then Masters and now Umpires,” Jill added.
The Woodlocks also played key roles in the establishment of the North Coast Umpires Association.
This role sees Jim and Jill continue their involvement in the game.
These days there are moments that make them proud of their work during the League’s formative years.
the Sydney Swans were here and all of those lovely kids were on the oval,” Jill said.
“That was fabulous.
“It really, really gave me a warm and fuzzy feeling.
“It was a ‘just to know that we created that’ sort of thing.” Jim said getting the kids going has been the most gratifying part of his time.
“We came up here and the seniors were going pretty well but we needed something to feed up to them,” he said.
“And the best thing about football is all of the friends we’ve made.”
Last Thursday’s numbers were down to 15, but those there enjoyed a lovely morning playing in the winter sunshine. One game saw a strong lead held for the entire match, while the other saw a fightback with a team coming from behind to win by 1. Arlene Duffus, Janice Cedelland, Sandra Seckold and Margaret Flagg had a
big win over JoanHaigh, Ann Marie Johnson, Karen Liddell and Gloria Richardson 3215. Nerida Blackford started as swinging lead for two teams, then changed with Kim Porter to play skip. The final result was Nerida / Kim, Kerrie Dale and Deb Mann 15- over Nerida/Kim, Alma Reid, Rosemary Dugdale and Elaine Fleming.
q Cohen Welsh replacing the flag with Jordan Welsh and Gus Single heading for the next tee.
q Long serving AFL North Coast administrators Jim and Jill Woodlock will be two of the inaugural inductees into the NSW Australian Football Hall of Fame. Photo: supplied.
The Peatfield Family would like to thank everyone for their kind wishes of support and sympathy at this
Also special thanks to the staff at Riverside Gardens, Nambucca Heads for their care and concern shown to Mum. Bernard Laverty Funerals for kindly attending to Mum’s requests. Thank you to all who attended the celebration of Mum’s life. It is deeply
and will always be remembered by the family of June Peatfield.
MACKAY-MCKAY family reunion meeting July 6 at Bowraville Ex Servicemans Club 2pm.
All family members welcome, anyone with agenda items please contact. Main topic reunion October 5 to be discussed. Neville Devir at mackaymckay.reunion.org@gmail.com or 0448 296 837
BEST ON THE BOX
FRIDAY TROPPO
ABC, 8.25pm
Set six months after the first season’s scintillating finale, this odd-couple outback detective drama returns with another gritty, compelling mystery to solve. Local star Nicole Chamoun (Safe Harbour) and US actor Thomas Jane (The Punisher, pictured) both return, as Amanda and Ted are thrust into a bizarre murder involving two bodies fused together by fire. Hired to prove that the son of one of the victims is innocent the unconventional PIs soon clash with newly arrived Detective Sergeant Pip Sweeney (Zindzi Okenyo).
FRIDAY, July 5
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Walking Man. (PG, R) 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (Final, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Final, Malv, R) 2.00 The Split. (Ma, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.35 Love Your Garden. (Return) Presented by Alan Titchmarsh.
8.25 Troppo. (Return, Malv) Six months on, Ted and Amanda investigate a bizarre local murder and an exotic drug ring.
9.25 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson.
10.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
10.30 Austin. (PG, R)
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.15 Grand Designs: The Streets. (R)
12.05 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R)
12.50 We Hunt Together. (Madlv, R)
1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
SUNDAY
SPICKS AND SPECKS
ABC, 7.30pm
Is there a more comforting sight than host Adam Hills and team captains Myf Warhurst (pictured) and Alan Brough sharing big belly laughs? For many, seeing these old friends back together is like stepping into a time portal. Other than the fact these avid music lovers are two decades older than when they first launched this show, their charisma and the musical magic strikes the same joyful chord… and they still entice cuttingedge, interesting guests. Tonight, comedians
Geraldine Hickey and Rhys Nicholson join electro-pop sensation Big Wett and Kiwi singersongwriter Marlon Williams.
THURSDAY
HISTORY’S GREATEST HEISTS
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. (R) 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 6. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 A Short History Of Living Longer. (Ma, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 The Point. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Tour De France 2024 Highlights Review. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Hailey
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Princes In The Tower: New Evidence. (R) Explores the fate of the Princes in the Tower.
9.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7.
2.00 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. (Malv, R)
3.50 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (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. Dr Harry Cooper helps a Dalmatian.
8.30 MOVIE: The Other Woman. (2014, Mals, R) After discovering her boyfriend is married, a woman tries to get her ruined life back on track. Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Kate Upton.
reminiscent of his legendary role as super-spy agent James Bond, here Pierce Brosnan (pictured) gets to indulge in more tales of skullduggery and deception. The difference is, they are ripped from real life. “You can’t make these up,” asserts Brosnan in his pleasing and rather commanding Irish lilt. Uncovering daring and shocking plots to rival the greatest Bond villains, this fast-paced eightepisode assignment begins with the 2003 $100 million Antwerp diamond heist.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 18. Brisbane Broncos v Penrith Panthers. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane. 9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Brisbane Broncos versus Penrith Panthers match, with NRL news and analysis.
10.40 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 5 Late. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) Matt, Sonny and Mark encounter a vengeful woman.
Newsbreak. 8.35 Operation Ouch! 9.05 Officially Amazing. 9.35 Dragon Ball Super. 9.55 Supernatural Academy. 10.20 The PM’s Daughter. 10.45 Phoenix Rise. 11.45 Good Game Spawn Point. 12.25am Rage. 1.25 TMNT. 1.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 1.00 Young Sheldon. 1.30 Bewitched. 2.00 Full House. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Children’s Programs. 5.40 MOVIE: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. (2004, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The Museum.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)
6.30 The Project. 7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Guests include Julianne Moore, Ricky Gervais, Jamie Oliver, Paapa Essiedu and Olivia Dean. 9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project. (R) 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
(64) SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Walk With Me. Continued. (2017, PG) 7.35 2001: A Space Odyssey. (1968) 10.15 In The Line Of Fire. (1993, M) 12.35pm 28 Days. (2000, M) 2.30 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 4.40 The Majestic. (2001, PG) 7.25 Entrapment. (1999, M) 9.30 All The Old Knives. (2022, MA15+) 11.25 The Invisible Fight. (2023, Estonian) 1.35am Joe. (2013, MA15+) 3.45 Next Door. (2021, M, German) 5.35 Spitfire. (2018, PG)
For every occasion Delivering to The Nambucca Valley and Coffs Coast
SATURDAY, July 6
6.00 Stuff The British Stole: World’s
Shetland. (Mal, R)
Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Kennedy, Sinatra And The Mafia. (Malsv, R) Documents the friendship between Frank Sinatra and John F. Kennedy.
9.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 8. Semur-en-Auxois to Colombey-les-DeuxÉglises. 183.5km flat stage. From France.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game. 11.00 Dream Home. (PGl, R) There is a lot at stake with only a few days left until the final dream home reveals.
12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 6. Townsville 500. Day 1. Highlights.
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R) Three siblings move to Ireland. 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby Union. International Test Series. Game 1. Australia v Wales. From Allianz Stadium, Sydney. 9.55 Test Rugby: Wallabies V Wales Post-Match. Post-match wrap-up of the International Test, featuring analysis and player interviews.
10.15 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6. From the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, England. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 6 Late.
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R) A celebration of people and organisations.
6.00 The Brighter Side: Save. Grow. Dream. (Final) Australians share bright ideas and tips.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) Dogs are matched with companions.
8.30 Ambulance UK. (Final, Mlm) An ambulance and an advanced paramedic are dispatched to deal with a hit-and-run accident.
11.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.
12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am Spitfire.
Continued. (2018, PG) 7.25 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 9.05 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 11.15 The Power Of One. (1992, M) 1.35pm Nordic By Nature. (2021, M, Faroese) 2.55 White Lion. (2010, PG) 4.35 Belle And Sebastian. (2013, PG, French) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.30 Haywire. (2011, M) 10.15 Double Lover. (2017, MA15+, French) 12.20am Late Programs.
SUNDAY, July 7
Antiques Roadshow.
ABC News. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Austin. (PG) 8.30 Ladies In Black. (Ms) Lisa and Angela’s friendship is tested.
9.20 The Split. (Ml, R) Ruth breaks some devastating news.
10.20 Shetland. (Mal, R)
11.15 Annika. (Mal, R)
12.05 Miniseries: Des. (Mal, R)
12.55 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)
2.55 Classic Countdown. (PG, R)
3.55 Landline. (R)
4.25 Art Works. (PG, R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Structures Of Marvel: Medieval Paris.
8.30 Mesopotamia: The Rise Of Cities.
9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 9.
2.30 Battle Of Britain: 3 Days To Save The UK. (PG, R)
3.25 Hitler: Countdown To War. (PGav, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (a, R)
4.50 Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera.
7MATE (64)
6am Minari.
Continued. (2020, PG, Korean) 7.40 The Majestic. (2001, PG) 10.25 Entrapment. (1999, M) 12.30pm Next Door. (2021, M, German) 2.20 Spread Your Wings. (2019, PG) 4.25 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018, PG, French) 6.35 Percy Vs Goliath. (2020, PG) 8.30 Men. (2022, MA15+) 10.25 Mi Iubita, Mon Amour. (2021, M, French) 12.15am The Pianist. (2002, MA15+) 2.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (Return, PG) 8.45 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.45 The Latest: Seven News. 10.15 Code 1: Minute By Minute. (Mav, R) 11.45 Born To Kill? (MA15+av, R)
12.45 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 6. Townsville 500. Day 2. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Travel Guides. (PGl) The travel guides head to Peru, one of South America’s most picturesque countries.
8.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.00 The Murder Of Lyn Dawson: Reasonable Doubt. (Mal, R) Part 4 of 4. Nearly 40 years have passed when a podcast investigation spurs authorities to action. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 7 Late.
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
PG) 5.30 MOVIE: Alvin And The Chipmunks. (2007) 7.30 MOVIE: The Divergent Series: Allegiant. (2016, M) 9.50 MOVIE: RoboCop 2. (1990, MA15+) 12.05am Love Island USA. 1.05 Love After Lockup. 2.30 Rich House, Poor House. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Boating. Circuit Drivers C’ship. Replay. 4.00 Counting Cars. 4.30 Barrett-Jackson: Revved Up. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World:
6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. Contestants face off with some of the world’s most extreme ingredients. 8.50 Tulsa King. (Mlv) Stacy makes a decision that has serious consequences. Dwight and Mitch dispose
Nambucca Roosters to play Indigenous Round on 13 July
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country where she then draws her inspiration.
“The works chosen for the Nambucca Roosters firstly depicts the mouth of the Nambucca River with the V-Wall and the original work shows the four main sand bars,” Fileisha told News Of The Area.
“You will see water and the strong flow which also represents the knowledge that we hold and continue to share with our children and community. “I have included art that represents the Nambucca Roosters, their families and the connection and support of each other.”
The Roosters Under 18s, Women’s Tackle, Reserve Grade and First Grade side will all run onto the field proudly wearing the jersey featuring Fileisha’s artwork on 13 July.
Nambucca Roosters First Grade player Brody Simon told News Of The Area, “The round is a special one for the Indigenous culture in
our valley and means a lot to the club and for us Indigenous players.
“It provides an opportunity to represent our culture through this football club.
“Importantly, it demonstrates to our youth that there is no shame in our culture and they can stand up and be a proud Indigenous person.”
You can see Fileisha’s art on
Instagram or Facebook at A.L.E Jiinda Yuludarla.
The Nambucca Roosters will play their Indigenous Round against the Grafton Ghosts at Coronation Park, Nambucca Heads, on 13 July with the action commencing at 11:00am with the Under 18s. Gates open at 10:00am.
MONDAY, July 8
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 9. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGl, R)
8.30 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PG, R)
9.20 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Sisi. (Return, Mav)
12.35 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+av, R)
2.40 The Last Year Of Television 2021 Special. (MA15+ls, R)
3.40 Peer To Peer. (a, R)
4.40 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. (PGav)
7.30 Dream Home. (PGl) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown. 9.05 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team searches for a university student. 10.05 S.W.A.T. (Mdv) 11.05 The Latest: Seven News.
Evil By Design. (Malv, R) 12.35 The Event. (Mav, R) 1.35 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Do You Want To Live Forever? (PGlm) Part 4 of 4. After 12 weeks of challenges, training and treatments, the results are revealed.
8.40 Limitless With Chris Hemsworth: Strength. (PGa) Chris Hemsworth discovers how his muscles can help him live longer with an epic rope climb.
9.45 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.
10.45 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 8 Late. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am White Lion.
Continued. (2010, PG) 6.40 Belle And Sebastian. (2013, PG, French) 8.30 Charade. (1963, PG) 10.35 Haywire. (2011, M) 12.15pm Jump, Darling. (2020, M) 1.55 Cheerful Weather For The Wedding. (2012, PG) 3.45 Mosley. (2019, PG) 5.30 Without A Clue. (1988, PG) 7.35 Rob The Mob. (2014, M) 9.30 Australian Rules. (2002, M) 11.20 Emu Runner. (2018, PG) 1.10am Late Programs.
TUESDAY, July 9
Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6am Without A Clue. Continued. (1988, PG) 7.00 Spread Your Wings. (2019, PG) 9.05 Percy Vs Goliath. (2020, PG) 11.00 Mi Iubita, Mon Amour. (2021, M, French) 12.50pm The Confirmation. (2016, M) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.15 The Natural. (1984, PG) 5.45 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 7.30 Three Summers. (2017, M) 9.30 The Furnace. (2020, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Dream Home. (Ml) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown. 9.10 The Good Doctor. (Mad) A patient is in dire need of a kidney transplant, but the donor may not be capable of giving consent to the surgery.
The Latest: Seven News.
The Chernobyl Disaster: Meltdown. (Ma, R)
The Disappearance. (Madv, R)
Home Shopping.
NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Tipping Point Australia Olympic Specials. (PG) 9.00 RBT. (PGdl, R) Follows the activities of police units. 9.30 Wimbledon 2024 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of Wimbledon. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 9 Late.
New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R)
Today
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WEDNESDAY, July 10
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can! (M) Follows new British recruits as they get the chance to join the ensemble at the legendary Moulin Rouge.
8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 11. Évaux-les-Bains to Le Lioran. 211km mountain stage. From France.
1.45 Trom. (Mv, R)
3.20 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.20 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. (PGs)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGl)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R) Footage of headline-grabbing moments.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Baby Boom.
8.30 Ski Rescue Down Under. (PGal) A skier is stuck on the edge of a cliff.
9.30 Wimbledon 2024 Pre-Show. Pre-game coverage of Wimbledon. 10.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 10. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 10 Late.
3.00 The Garden Gurus Best Of.
3.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
5.00 Today Early News.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Movie Show. 6.20 Mosley. (2019, PG) 8.10 Cheerful Weather For The Wedding. (2012, PG) 10.00 Australian Rules. (2002, M) 11.50 Rob The Mob. (2014, M) 1.45pm Without A Clue. (1988, PG) 3.45 Emu Runner. (2018, PG) 5.35 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 7.35 Charlie And Boots. (2009, M) 9.30 The Tracker. (2002, M) 11.20 The Legend Of Ben Hall. (2017, M) 1.55am Late Programs.
THURSDAY, July 11
7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Guillaume’s French Atlantic.
Part 4 of 5. Guillaume Brahimi immerses himself in the luxury and refinement of the Bordeaux region.
8.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 12.
2.00 The Congregation. (MA15+s, R)
3.40 Peer To Peer. (R)
4.40 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River –Wiradjuri And Ngarigo Country. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Island. 6.20 Forged In Fire. 7.10 Jeopardy! 7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 10.10 The Australian Wars. 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.00 The Natural. (1984, PG) 10.30 Three Summers. (2017, M) 12.25pm The Legend Of Ben Hall. (2017, M) 3.00 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 5.00 The Wild Duck. (1983) 6.45 The Color Purple. (1985, PG) 9.30 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu) 11.10 Selma. (2014, M) 1.30am Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk. (2016, MA15+) 3.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) The first set of semi-finalists set out to impress celebrity judges Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli and Simon Cowell as well as the viewers at home. Hosted by Ant and Dec.
10.30 To Be Advised.
12.15 The Goldbergs. (PGls, R) Geoff competes in a beauty pageant.
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. The latest news, sport and weather.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
Rugby League. NRL. Round 19. Dolphins v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis of the Dolphins versus South
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Indigenous Round
By Mick BIRTLES
NINE years ago the National Rugby League (NRL) launched the concept of holding an Indigenous round each season.
The round provides an opportunity for rugby league to cement its commitment to the Indigenous community and to celebrate the unique relationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the game of rugby league.
It elevates and celebrates First Nations history and culture through the game, providing a platform for the promotion of important Indigenous issues.
In Group 2 the individual clubs decide when they will play their Indigenous rounds and, partially due to the significant presence of the Indigenous community within the Group, the rounds have become a highlight of each club’s season.
On Saturday 13 July the Nambucca Roosters will host the Grafton Ghosts at home for their Indigenous Round.
As in previous years, the Roosters have sourced artwork for their Indigenous Round jersey from a locally-based Gumbaynggirr artist.
This year the jerseys feature the work of proud Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung/Kalkadoon woman Fileisha Laurie.
Born and raised in Coffs Harbour and now residing at Valla Beach, Fileisha does not preplan her art but rather sits on
q Nambucca Roosters Kyan Jarrett-Marks, Jake Jones, Gumbaynggirr artist Fileisha Laurie, Brody Simon, Tarren Jarrett-Marks and Jemica Ross.
