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Mikey Clayton-Brown primed for big 2024 By Chris KARAS IF recent performances are any guide then Anna Bay surfer Mikey Clayton-Brown is set for a prosperous campaign in the 2024 World Surf League (WSL) Men's Qualifying Series. The local 20-year-old short board sensation impressed keen judges with skilful displays on the WSL Qualifying Series tour last year and is part of an exciting new breed of Australian surfers to crack the waves on the international circuit. A highlight for

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Clayton-Brown was his top three finish at the Camplify Great Lakes Pro at Boomerang Beach in the Barrington Coast, where he lost a tight semi final to fellow Aussie Taj Stokes. Lennox Head’s Mikey McDonagh (13.34) won the event after edging out Stokes (12.80) in a thrilling final before later clinching the Mad Mex Maroubra Pro. Surfing NSW CEO Luke Madden praised the likes of Clayton-Brown, McDonagh and Stokes and other emerging surfers that are carving their niche on the tour. “Boomerang Beach is one of the most picturesque

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the deed at Taiwan’s Jinzun Harbour with another eyecatching performance. At the Australian Surfing Championships in Port Macquarie last August, Mikey finished with a number nine ranking after reaching the third round of the National Shortboard titles in the Open Men's division.

January 2024. The man was taken to Surry Hills Police Station where he was charged with two counts of robbery while armed with dangerous weapon, robbery, demand property with menaces with intent to steal, dishonestly obtain property by deception and possess prohibited drug. He was refused bail to appear before Parramatta Local Court.

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locations to commence the NSW leg of the Qualifying Series. “This area offers our country's most elite surfers the opportunity to showcase their talent on some of the

best waves our coastline has to offer with the added bonus of increasing their QS ranking earlier on in the year,” Madden exclaimed. “This is a great way to build momentum and determination for each competitor,” he added.

Clayton-Brown – who claimed 14 and Under (2017) and 16 and Under (2019) National Rip Curl Grom Search titles as a junior competitor – also posted top five results after reaching the quarter finals at both the Gold Coast Open at Burleigh

Heads and Krui Pro at Indonesia’s Ujung Bocur. The Port Stephens natural-footer also reached the Round of 64 and finished 33rd at the Oakberry Tweed Coast Pro event as well as the Indonesian Nias Pro at Lagundri Bay.

Other milestone achievements for surf ace Mikey in 2023 were advancing to the Round of 32 at the Port Stephens Pro and Taiwan Open of Surfing events. Clayton-Brown mastered the waves at his local Birubi Beach earlier in the year to finish 25th before replicating

A MAN has been charged following an investigation into three alleged armed robberies in the Hunter region earlier this week. About 4.45pm on Monday 1 January 2024, police were called to a service station on Nelson Bay Road, Salt Ash, following reports of an armed robbery. Officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District were told a man entered

the service station before allegedly demanding money. The man fled the scene in a vehicle with an amount of cash and cigarettes. There were no reports of injuries. About 4.30pm on Tuesday 2 January 2024, police were called to a service station on Cessnock Road, Weston, following reports of an armed robbery. At the scene, police

were told a man entered the service station before allegedly threatening an employee and demanding money. In a separate incident, about 7.15pm, a man entered a service station on Cessnock Road, Neath, and allegedly threatened an employee before demanding money. On each occasion the man fled the scene in a vehicle with an amount of cash and

cigarettes. Neither of the employees were injured. A short time later, at about 8.15pm, police have been told a man attended a service station on Wollombi Road, Cessnock, filling his car with petrol before entering the service station and allegedly demanding money. The man was unsuccessful in obtaining proceeds and fled the scene without paying for the petrol.

There were no reports of injuries. A joint investigation with officers from Hunter Valley Police District and Sydney City Police Area Command was established. Following inquiries, a 36-year-old man was arrested on Harrington Street, The Rocks, by officers attached to Sydney City Police Area Command about 4.30pm on Wednesday 3

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Hunter man charged after alleged animal cruelty incident at local wildlife park

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Last Tuesday, officers attached to Port-StephensHunter Police District were told that a man removed a live chicken from an enclosure and threw it into a nearby alligator enclosure, where it was killed. According to reports, the incident took place in front of families with small children. On Thursday 4 January,

a 57-year-old man attended Singleton Police Station, where he was given a court attendance notice for committing an act of aggravated cruelty upon an animal. He will appear before Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 5 February 2024. A spokesperson for Oakvale described the incident as “a premeditated

act of cruelty”. “They acquired one of Oakvale’s resident silkie chickens, Betty White, from one of our chicken exhibits and heartlessly threw her into the alligator enclosure, where she was defenceless and died instantly. “Oakvale staff quickly responded to the incident, confirming the public’s and other animal safety and alerting authorities

immediately. “An investigation was launched by the police alongside the RSPCA, leading to charges being laid. “The evidence provided by Oakvale Wildlife Park, including video footage, played a crucial role in the authorities laying these charges.” Oakvale management told News Of The Area they are “deeply saddened” by the

Jet skis threatening wildlife By Marian SAMPSON JET skis have long been a feature of summer holidays in Port Stephens, however the behaviour of some riders has prompted calls for greater controls on usage of the vessels. One jet ski user reportedly rode into a flock of black swans last week, resulting in the death of at least one cygnet. The young swans are vulnerable at this time of year; they do not have their flight feathers and cannot attempt to fly out of the way. Local resident Kelly Hammond said while the incident doesn’t reflect all watercraft users, local wildlife and waterways “deserve protection against such vile individuals”. “Our community cares deeply for the environment and a review of how these types of vessels are used when, where and at what speed - in our pristine waterways needs addressing urgently,” she said. The Tomaree Residents and Ratepayers Association (TRRA) has been advocating for a review of jet skiing on Port Stephens for a number of years.

q The popularity of jet skis and personal watercraft has soared over the last four years, with over 90,000 licenced riders in New South Wales, an increase of over 35 percent since 2020. TRRA have been calling for a number of better controls, including speed limits, particularly when manoeuvring to outside or deeper waters. Environment advocate and local wildlife photographer Bon Bon Holmes Nuu told News Of The Area, “I daily see the 300m exclusion zone for dolphins blatantly disregarded, from the water and land, with riders skiing directly up to and over them." The popularity of jet skis and personal watercraft has soared over the last four years, with over 90,000 licenced riders in New South Wales, an increase of over 35 percent since 2020. The largest jump in jet

ski licences has been among Generation Z, those born between 1995 and 2010. There are more than 23,000 licenced riders aged between 13 and 28 in New South Wales, an increase of 22 percent on this time last year. “A fun day on the water shouldn’t turn into a tragedy,” Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley said. “It’s great we’re seeing locals enjoy our Hunter waterways on jet skis, including young people. “But we need them to look after themselves, and each other. “Safety and compliance are the priorities. “When you take out a jet ski, just like anything on the

incident. “This is the first time in our 43 years that we have had a member of the public engage in such cruelty in what is an animal sanctuary,” a spokesperson said. “Betty White was handraised at the park and had played a crucial role in our endangered species breeding programme for the Bush Stone Curlew and other species by providing surrogacy to the chicks. “Her quiet nature means she would not hesitate to

water, follow the rules so everyone can relax and enjoy themselves.” Operation Stay Afloat As part of the safety and educational campaign aimed at driving home the importance of responsible riding on the state’s waterways, NSW Maritime crews recently conducted more than 2000 vessel safety checks across the state. While 87 percent of boat and jet-ski operators were found to be complying with all licence and safety requirements, NSW Maritime issued 186 official warnings and 81 penalty notices. 31.4 percent were issued for not wearing or carrying a lifejacket, 27.7 percent

approach a customer for some animal pellets, making her an easy target for a ruthless perpetrator. “We appreciate the support of the local police area command and the RSPCA for their swift response and ongoing support during this distressing time. “We also appreciate the support in the way of messages, phone calls and visits to the park we have received from our valued customers.” were for unlicensed drivers or unregistered vessels and 11.2 percent were for speeding. It follows a year where jetski-related offences were on the rise. There were a total of 1560 jetski offences recorded in NSW during 2023, up 53 percent on the previous year’s 1023 jetski infringements. Speeding made up almost 30 percent of offences recorded. For more information on jet ski safety, visit https:// www.nsw.gov.au/drivingboating-and-transport/ waterways-safety-andrules/resources/pwchandbook

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Final touches to Tomaree Coastal Walk complete

q Tomaree Coastal Walk looking towards Fingal Beach.

THE NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has completed the final bypass track on the new 27-kilometre Tomaree Coastal Walk. The $6.7 million project funded by the NSW Government opened in September, while work on the extra track was underway to bypass Fingal Spit, reducing temptation to walk across the dangerous sandbar. The new track connects walkers straight to Fingal Bay Beach just beyond the Spit, and close to a patrolled beach swimming area. The bypass takes walkers through forested areas with towering blackbutts, eucalypts and melaleucas and includes new pedestrian bridges plus a viewing platform with 180-degree views across Fingal Bay and towards Barry Park. The entire walk can be done as a selfguided two-day hike. Day one would be 18 kilometres from Tomaree Head Summit to the town of One Mile where you could stay overnight; Day two would be a shorter 9km journey from One Mile to Birubi Point. The 27-kilometre walking track connects Birubi Point in the south with Tomaree Head in the north and was formally opened by the NSW Premier in September 2023. “Locals and visitors alike, absolutely love our new Tomaree Coastal Walk,” Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said. “The track twists and turns through different terrain with stunning vistas along the way. “Those planning a trek should definitely allow two or three days to properly soak it all in. "I'm grateful to NPWS for the thoughtful,

q The new pedestrian bridge through the forested area of Tomaree National Park. Photo: Dave Brown, DPE.

q The new viewing platform looking towards Fingal Bay and Barry Park. Photo: Dave Brown, DPE.

collaborative approach it took to developing and delivering the track, especially this latest enhancement which avoids walkers being lured towards the dangers of Fingal Spit." NPWS Hunter Central Coast Director Kylie Yeend

said, “The overall walk is easily broken up into smaller sections, so visitors can walk at their own pace to experience the stunning natural coastal vistas. “You can choose your own adventure and explore the

Reducing plastic waste in the environment

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Christmas/New Year holiday period has prompted a huge influx of visitors to Port Stephens, with local environment advocates calling for care to be taken to stop plastic waste from impacting the natural environment. According to Take 3 For The Sea, an Australian charity, “Plastic waste is found everywhere in the world, from the highest mountain to the deepest ocean. “Unnecessary and avoidable plastics single-use packaging and disposable items like plastic straws and food containers – are polluting the planet.

“Many animals mistakenly ingest plastic believing it to be a food source. “This can cause injury, suffocation, starvation and often death.” The ‘Take 3 For The Sea’ initiative is a simple one when you are out and about and see plastic waste in the environment, pick it up and dispose of it correctly. Repeat this process at least three times. Plastic Free Port Stephens representative Chontelle Grecian told News Of The Area, “With some big weather in recent weeks washing rubbish onto the beaches, plus an increase in the number of people on the beach, let's work together as

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a community to take litter and plastics off our beaches by taking '3 for the sea'.” Sea turtles in particular are at risk of ingesting plastic, potentially leading to health impacts and death if treatment is not delivered swiftly. Chontelle also called on dog owners to clean up after their pets and put all waste in the bin. EcoNetwork is an environmental advocacy organisation which is very active in the Port Stephens region. The EcoNetwork policy on plastics is to ‘Refuse, Reuse, Repurpose and Recycle’ all plastics. To that end, EcoNetwork is working with businesses

that recycle plastics such as Resourceful Living, Salamander Bay Recycling Centre, and Deeps Engineering. These organisations create products from 100 percent post-consumer waste using recycled plastics; manufacturing furniture, homewares, and building supplies. “We believe that a circular economy can mean products can be manufactured, used, recycled, and reused more than once,” an EcoNetwork spokesperson said. “We can reduce the consumption of raw materials and ultimately recover all waste by using recycled products in the future.”

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walk over a number of days. “The track retraces ancient routes used by the Worimi People and finishes up at Birubi Point Aboriginal Place where NPWS has installed cultural artwork so you can learn the stories of this land.”

q Locals and visitors are being called on to keep an eye out for plastic waste.

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Jomeca returns to United Cup in Sydney

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SUPERSTAR local DJ Jomeca has returned for her third year with the United Cup (formerly ATP) Tennis tournament, running from 29 December to 7 January in Perth and Sydney. While the audience in Sydney Olympic Park’s Ken Rosewall Arena enjoyed watching top-tier players from 18 countries, their emotions and responses were augmented by Jomeca and her fellow musical maestros. Jomeca spurred the crowds’ enjoyment at both the quarter and semifinals on 5 and 6 December, respectively. “We have a really beautiful, hardworking team at the tennis, so it’s wonderful to come back year after year and do what we love together,” Jomeca told NOTA. Jomeca describes her United Cup role as “similar to what I do on a regular basis, just on a much larger scale”. “I only play before the game starts and after it ends, and have to keep quiet during the match, finding songs and then queuing them to get the crowd engaged for short spells in between sets and games,” Jomeca described the role. “We have a certain freedom, keeping it family-friendly and upbeat, but also working with the Producer of the Tennis to correlate certain songs of the program.” The event’s timing allows many top-level players to kick off their seasons, with the Australian Open imminent each summer. Players also play for a share of a $10 million prize pool, plus

The classy DJ Jomeca entertains between games from the top of Rosewall Arena.

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q Arena producer Peter Copeland, Jomeca, DJ Jessie James, stadium MC Candy Hertz and runner Peter Hayward.

LEGO event returns to Anna Bay BRICKFEST at The Bay is on at Anna Bay Public School once again on 13 and 14 January, bringing together fans of the iconic construction toy, LEGO, for two days of fun. Funds raised from the event will support the Tomaree Community Hospital Auxiliary and their work with the

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Tomaree Community Hospital. Organising group Rainbow Bricks is based in the Hunter Valley/Central Coast and has been supporting various charities over the last ten years. “This family-friendly community event will have something for everyone to enjoy,” organisers said.

“There will be everything from Duplo to Star Wars displays and everything in between. “Plus, there is the always popular LEGO Build Area, Remote Control LEGO Trackers, a Monster LEGO Raffle and LEGO retailers.” This is an all-ticketed event

so grab your tickets now to avoid disappointment. There are staggered start times with session limits to make it a better experience for all. Once you enter, you can stay as long as you like. Book at www.trybooking. com/CLQIU

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Dry lightning sparks aquifer bushfire

q Helicopter water-bombing proved the best way to attack the blaze before the rain set in again a few days later. Photo: Ralph Clark.

By Thomas O’KEEFE

LIGHTNING struck close to home for Myall Coast residents, igniting scrub around the Tea Gardens Aquifer on Friday 29 December. As the typical summer weather cycle set in throughout December, the region saw several days of increasing heat, punctuated by summer storms, with a short but heavy deluge falling over the towns on the last Friday of the year. However, not all regions were as saturated, so inevitably the characteristically brilliant lightning strikes could hit some dry ground. One such ‘dry lightning’ bolt struck the scrub near the Tea Gardens Aquifer, its thunder telling experienced Rural Fire Service (RFS) personnel, even before the official alert, that there was a problem. q A scoped image of the aquifer fire gives some indication of how difficult the fire was to access. Photo: Pindimar-Tea Gardens RFS.

“A small strike hit some very inaccessible bushland near the aquifer, we could barely get the Tea Gardens-9 truck in to assist,” PindimarTea Gardens RFS Captain David Bright told NOTA. “The property’s manager used an excavator to clear an earth containment line, dumping soil on the parts of the fire they could reach.” The following day, 30 December, an RFScontracted helicopter at Salamander Bay successfully water-bombed the hard-to-reach

fire, followed by merciful heavier rainfall a day later. “The chopper did a fantastic job, then refuelled and headed off to assist another fire at Wallis Lake,” Captain Bright explained. “While it was a relatively small fire, it was near the boundary of the National Park and Durness, so there was

potential it could get away into the Park and then right in through Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens.” The towns’ water supply, the aquifer, is located underground, but the watertreatment plant that makes it potable for households sits upon the surface, so the burning scrub nearby was an

imminent concern. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, ‘dry lightning’ occurs when high-forming rain falls over warm air in low quantities, evaporating before it hits the ground, then the electrical strike ignites the still-dry fuel below – and this is becoming more frequent with each season.

which stay in a rodent’s body for a long time before they die. “This means that animals that hunt live prey such as owls, raptors, kookaburras and reptiles, as well as carnivorous mammals, including pets, can get poisoned if they eat the rodents that are dying slowly and are still mobile. “Nationally, over 23,000 people have signed a petition calling on Bunnings, the retailer with the biggest range of these deadly products, to take them off their shelves.” This petition is still active, for more information visit www.actforbirds.org/ ratpoison. “Many EcoNetwork members also signed a petition organised by Birdlife Australia demanding that an application by the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) to use bromadiolone to control the

mouse plague should not be permitted.” However, there are other poisons available which break down quicker after use, limiting risk to other fauna, according to EcoNetwork. “First generation anticoagulant rodenticides, such as warfarin, break down more quickly and therefore

there is a much smaller risk to native animals and pets,” the spokesperson said. According to Birdlife Australia, “Dangerous levels of SGARs have been found in studies on dead Australian birds including Powerful Owls, Southern Boobooks, Wedge-tailed Eagles, and Tawny Frogmouths.”

Animal groups push to protect birdlife from poison By Marian SAMPSON A QUICKLY growing petition is calling for a stop to the sale of poisons designed for the control of vermin due to the knock on effects on birds. According to BirdLife Australia, the organisation behind the petition, “Secondgeneration Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) kill by causing internal bleeding. “But when rats and mice eat baits poisoned with SGARs, they become poisonous themselves, harming and even killing other animals and birds that eat them. “SGARs don’t kill immediately either, so the threat can spread through the community, putting even birds and pets in neighbouring yards and local parks at risk.” EcoNetwork Port Stephens is currently supporting the campaign to stop the supply of SGARs. “Around Australia, wildlife species continue to die by ingesting mice and rats that have been poisoned by certain rodenticides,” an EcoNetwork spokesperson advised. “These second generation baits are those

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Rescue chopper airlifts injured horse rider after Jimmys Beach fall By Thomas O’KEEFE EVERYONE was rreminded of the vital and life-saving work done by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service when an emergency medical evacuation occurred on Myall Park, Hawks Nest on Friday, 29 December. At around 9am a woman in her thirties, who had been horse-riding along Jimmys Beach, fell off and was subsequently rolled upon by her steed. “The patient has a compound-fractured ankle, related to a horse-riding accident on Jimmys Beach,” Rescue Helicopter Team Leader Adam Butt said. “The emergency is more about the type of injury, circulation can be compromised, so time is of the essence, and we can get patients from Hawks Nest to John Hunter Hospital in about twelve minutes.” The helicopter, heard zooming in overhead, landed at Myall Park and soon drew

crowds around the park’s perimeter. Myall Park has long and often served as an emergency landing spot for such actions, for a long time being the only such landing area in town, although Mr Butt professed that this modern machine could land and take off from Bennetts Beach directly, if necessary. “This has been a busy Christmas period, and the workload is just going to

continue as people are all out and about,” Mr Butt told NOTA. The M1 and Pacific Highway was visible from the air en route, snarled up with holiday traffic as eastcoasters went from where they had to be for Christmas, to where they wanted to be for New Year’s. The helicopter, based at Lake Macquarie Airport, awaited its charge as a crowd cautiously approached to witness its mechanical marvellousness, emblazoned with the logos of corporate and government sponsors

q The magnificent machine is a sight for sore eyes for many, and carries the names of sponsors who help keep it aloft and operating.

q Crowds gathered as the Westpac Rescue crew awaited local ambulances bringing the patient to Myall Park.

that help keep it in the air. “The helicopter has two-engine turbines, one is for redundancy, can fly at night by instruments, and

in most weather – from Lake Macquarie it can get us comfortably all the way to Lismore on a single tank.” The helicopter has

of course assisted in the recent past with flooding in Queensland, fires all around, and the odd beachborne accident.

q The Park was cleared as the patient was safely transferred from ground ambulance to rescue helicopter.

Rural Australians twice as likely to die from preventable causes THE further an Australian lives from an urban centre, the lower their life expectancy. They are also twice as likely to die from preventable illness. The latest research shows that rural men are 2.5 times and women 2.8 times more likely to die from potentially avoidable causes than those in urban areas. This statistic, along with demographic information, health risk factors, health outcomes, burden of disease, mortality and morbidity and

health service funding and access, are some of the data provided in the National Rural Health Alliance Rural Health in Australia Snapshot 2023. The snapshot also provides data on health workforce distribution in rural, regional, and remote Australia. “The statistics show that the further you are from an urban setting, the more likely you may die of disease due to various factors, including the tyranny of distance and

q Raymond Terrace Lions Club members Annette Clark and Ron Grover at the charity wrapping station at MarketPlace Raymond Terrace.

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workforce shortages,” said Alliance Chief Executive Susi Tegen. “Fit for purpose funding is critical to ensure that the necessary policy and infrastructure is in place,” she added. The Snapshot shows that small rural towns of less than 5000 people, have access to almost 60 percent fewer health professionals than major cities per capita, indicating continuing workforce and access

challenges in rural areas. Major cities have more choice and more General Practitioners and other health practitioners providing primary care compared to large regional centres, small rural towns, remote areas and very remote areas. Many rural people have no access to primary healthcare services within an hour’s drive from their home. They use Medicare up to 50 percent less than those in cities, indicating that people rather not go through the difficult process of a long journey and long waiting time to access health care.

As a result, the burden of disease in remote areas is 1.4 times that of major cities. “There is clear evidence that per-person spending on healthcare is not equitable, and that this inequity is contributing to poorer health outcomes in rural areas,” said Ms Tegen. “The biggest deficits are in accessing primary health care which then leads to higher rates of costly and potentially preventable hospitalisations and increased hospital expenditure. "This is a sad reflection on the rest of Australia, when not every citizen has the same

access to a basic healthcare need. “We welcome the Government’s reforms and look forward to a rural health system reform that reflects population health needs and place-based and led planning and service delivery, to address this discrepancy of health care access,” she said. The National Rural Health Alliance (the Alliance) comprises 50 national organisations committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the seven million people in rural and remote Australia.

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generous and considerate our community is. “People simply approached and offered to help wrap, donate paper, and make donations. “We even have a list of people offering to assist on the roster for 2024. “We were kept busy no matter the day or time, resulting in collecting over $4000, which is all destined for the community schools. “It will assist families and other various groups, with back-to-school requirements, uniforms etc for students.”

Plans to undertake this project again in 2024 are underway. Like all the other events that the Raymond Terrace Lions Club undertakes, any assistance from members of the community is most welcome. “Simply call me on 0419219634 and we can explain some of our fun-filled projects,” Annette said. When you assist Lions, 100 percent of the money raised goes back into community projects and every hand helps.

It’s a wrap! - Raymond Terrace Lions roar into 2024 THE Raymond Terrace Lions Club have once again “wrapped” up another year, along with thousands of parcels. The Christmas present wrapping fundraising project was run in conjunction with MarketPlace Raymond Terrace, whose generous assistance made it a very worthwhile community event. Annette Clark, Project Coordinator for the Raymond Terrace Lions Club, “We were once again reminded how

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Fingal Bay parkrun celebrates busy holiday season q Fingal Bay parkrun volunteers on Christmas Day.

By Simon EKINS FINGAL Bay parkrun is a free, fun and friendly weekly five kilometre event, held every Saturday at 8:00 am. Locals and visitors to Port Stephens are invited to walk, jog, run, volunteer or just spectate at the locally managed community hub. Starting and finishing opposite The Longboat Cafe, the course runs south to the boat ramp, then doubles back along the coastal path to Tomaree Road, returning to the boat ramp before finishing back at the cafe. News Of The Area caught up with current Event Director Tammy Dyson during their special Christmas Day event, who explained how she and husband Rick got involved with parkrun Australia. “Our parkrun journey began in Canberra in 2016, then we moved to Port Stephens, came along to Fingal Bay and loved the friendly welcoming atmosphere at this parkrun,” said Tammy.

q Fingal Bay parkrun Event Directors Rick and Tammy Dyson. “We became Event Directors and have now been organising the events here for four and a half years. “We do it because we love meeting all the people who come out to get some air and exercise amongst this awesome scenery. “We appreciate all the volunteers who keep this wonderful event running for the community.” People of all abilities and ages are welcomed at parkrun events all over the

world, with dogs and prams also joining in the fun. Fingal Bay parkrun has been running since 2013, and celebrated its 500th event on Saturday 30 December 2023. With another extra event on New Year’s Day, parkrun at Fingal Bay continues to attract locals and visitors alike to freely enjoy the area together. For course information and how to register or volunteer, visit www.parkrun. com.au/fingalbay.

flora, including one known koala. The Tilligerry Habitat is free to enter and has easy to navigate accessible boardwalks through the wetlands. The Habitat is staffed

entirely by volunteers and has been for the past 27 years. The Tilligerry Habitat Association are the approved managers of this parcel of Crown Land and a management committee is elected yearly to manage the

q Runners take off at Fingal Bay parkrun.

Explore the Tilligerry Habitat this summer By Marian SAMPSON

A BEAUTIFUL wetland on the Lemon Tree Passage peninsula boasts a robust and regenerated environment now home to many wonderful local species of fauna and

The Birdsong Boardwalk in the Tilligerry Habitat.

day-to-day operation. The Habitat offers beautiful walks through rehabilitated bush tracks and along the foreshore, providing visitors the opportunity to connect with the local environment. The Tilligerry Habitat also has a volunteer-run cafe which helps fund maintenance and improvements at the venue. Dorothea Willey, President of the Tilligerry Habitat Association, told News Of The Area, “The cafe is open on the first Wednesday of the month for 2023, but the trading hours will increase to first and third Wednesdays from February 2024 and operates from 10:00am and 12:30pm on trading days. “It is a very simple affair offering barista coffee, tea and various scones - plain, date, cheese and gluten free with jam and cream or butter

as preferred. “We are noted to be a koala habitat and corridor, however only one (koala) so far has been noted to be in residence this year,” she said. The Habitat also boasts over 100 bird species, featuring a mix of migratory and Australian birds. Anyone who is interested in enjoying a beautiful peaceful walk through the bush should visit, as well as those who are interested to see how bush regeneration

can be successfully undertaken. “We have a working nursery that primarily provides natives for sale to organisations such as mining companies, landscape gardeners, landcare groups and the public. “We also have a range of exotic plants and vegetables for purchase and a small souvenir shop which also assists with fundraising.” There is a small art group active weekly and some of their items are on display and for sale. q Feature artist Lizzie Paterson at work.

Arts Centre exhibitions celebrate local life

By Marian SAMPSON

TWO exhibitions highlighting the unique beauty of the region are on display at the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre until 23 January - ‘Life in The Bay’ and ‘A Celebration of Local Landscapes and Waterways’. The two exhibitions invite visitors to immerse themselves in the captivating beauty of this coastal paradise through the eyes of talented local artists.

Also on display at the centre is a beautiful mosaic exhibition. “You will find mosaics of all shapes and sizes, made from a variety of materials, including glass, stone, and tile,” the Arts Centre’s Meryl Miller told News Of The Area. For the month of January, the work of potters Janet McDonnell and Renee Buman is also being featured, alongside feature artist Lizzie Paterson. Born in Scotland, Lizzie married the boy across the road and had two children, who they raised

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on the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond. They also raised hens, geese, lambs, a pony and several golden retrievers. Lizzie has always loved painting and spent many years learning a variety of mediums at the Green Gallery in Aberdeen with like-minded friends. When her daughter, husband and two girls moved to Australia, Lizzie spent several years visiting them on the Northern Beaches. In 2009 they took the huge step to move from Aberdeen shire to

Salamander Bay. Lizzie joined the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre not long after. The Arts Centre is located on Cultural Close, Nelson Bay. “You will find an incredible range of artwork and special craft pieces reflecting the great skills of our local artisans, whose talents cover sixteen unique crafts,” Meryl said. “For visitors, special mementos of your stay in the Bay are available for sale in our gallery.”

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Lifestyle community working to improve wildlife protection

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A PORT STEPHENS over 55s lifestyle village, Natura Port Stephens at Bobs Farm, has implemented a raft of changes in the past year to increase protection of local wildlife. “Upon consultation with the Port Stephens Koala Hospital, we’ve included the addition of an extra 80 mature koala feed trees and ditched plans for a proposed tennis court near the (wildlife) corridor,” Ingenia Lifestyle’s NSW Development Manager Max Camden said. “Our experience working closely with the Council and the Koala Koalition have helped us understand how to design communities like Natura to make them more habitat-friendly for our nationally recognised icons, as well as bring us closer to the local community by working

to understand their needs,” he said. The village is also entirely pet free to reduce risks to native wildlife from cats and dogs. Being pet free allows native animals to establish themselves and residents to enjoy the anticipated increase in wildlife in the area due to reduced threats and increased endemic tree plantings. “While we certainly understand that many residents want to bring along their pets, our Natura location means we have a responsibility to the local wildlife and a duty to protect them where possible,” Max said. “We’re well into the warmer months of the year now and can expect to see more koalas out and about as they look for a mate or seek to establish new territory.

“As a result, koalas will be spending more time on the ground and will be at a greater risk of dog attacks. “The community is also surrounded by a private lake and a range of beautiful native trees, home to a number of local birds. “It’s important that we preserve this habitat and protect it from curious pets,” Mr Camden said. Residents at Ingenia are hopeful that love is in the air this koala breeding season and the community will soon welcome some new furry mascots. Ingenia Lifestyle Community Manager Debra Howard said there have been some rumoured sightings, with residents keeping a keen eye on the trees. “I’ve certainly heard some whisperings that there have

been some sightings of a koala rustling up in one of the trees!” she said. “We haven’t had any official proof of this, but residents are closely watching now to try and catch a glimpse of Natura’s very own resident mascot. “As well as a gorgeous lake, the community offers a unique sensory garden experience for our residents, following the koala corridor. “Along the pathway, residents and their guests are able to scan a QR code to learn more about the native trees and plants surrounding them. “It’s a fun and educational activity, one that would be great for grandparents and grandkids to experience together. “I’m sure the grandkids will all be on the lookout for some cuddly koalas this summer holidays,” she said. Members of the broader public can play a part in

q One of our beautiful Port Stephens koalas seen in the wild at Mambo Wanda Wetlands. Photo: Marian Sampson.

keeping the koala population safe this breeding season (now until February 2024) by following some simple steps, including: • Driving carefully, especially between dusk and dawn when koalas are most active, and whenever you see a koala warning or advisory signs • Keeping your dog inside

or contained at night • Training your dog in wildlife avoidance • Creating koala-friendly fencing and swimming pools to give koalas an escape route • Reporting all sick or injured koalas to the Port Stephens Koala Hospital on 1800 775 625 or WIRES on 1300 094 737.

Keep cool: Helping pets beat the heat this summer WITH summer heat in full swing, RSPCA NSW is urging pet owners to take the necessary steps to keep their companions as cool and comfortable as possible. Just like us, our pets can easily become heat-stressed or dehydrated in warm weather, which is why it’s important to provide them with access to fresh, cool water, at all times. Multiple water bowls around your house or yard are ideal, as they eliminate the risk of your pet going thirsty if they finish their supply, or if a bowl is accidentally knocked over. Place the water bowls out of direct sunlight, so that the water stays cool. In addition to plenty of water, cool retreats for your pets are a must. Whether it’s a shaded corner of the backyard or a comfortable spot near a fan inside, supplying our pets with relaxing spaces where they can escape the heat is the best way to keep them safe in hot weather.

“Shallow paddling pools for dogs to splash around in or frozen water bottles for pocket pets to lean against make for great hot-weather enrichment,” said RSPCA NSW Chief Veterinarian Dr Liz Arnott. Pocket pets are particularly susceptible to high temperatures, which is why it’s crucial to ensure their enclosures are in shade and have good ventilation, or that, ideally, they are brought inside whenever possible to protect them from the heat. In the heat and humidity, make sure to monitor the health and behaviour of your pocket pets. For example, a lethargic, stretched out bunny with warm ears could be a sign that your rabbit is suffering from heat stress. This is a medical emergency and veterinary attention should be sought if you are concerned. In addition to pocket pets, other small animals, such as birds, will also benefit from being kept in shade or

being brought inside on hot days. Poultry, such as chickens, are also affected by rises in temperature and humidity. “If you keep chickens, it’s important to ensure that their coop has proper ventilation that allows hot air to escape and fresh, cool air to enter and circulate,” suggests Dr Arnott. “Frozen berries or corn also make for excellent cooling treats for chickens to peck on as they thaw. “There are a variety of resources online that share great frozen treat recipes we can make for our pets over summer to assist in keeping them cool.” For dogs, cats and pocket pets alike, summer grooming is vital for guaranteeing optimum health and happiness, all season long. For cats and rabbits, gentle brushing will aid in removing excess hair whilst also reducing the risk of hairballs or obstructions.

For dogs, grooming needs vary by breed. Whilst exercise is essential for our animals, there are simple adjustments we can make to be sure they aren’t becoming overexerted in the heat. Opt for early morning or late evening walks rather than during the hottest part of the day. This will also ensure that the pavement you’re walking on is at its coolest, as during hot summer days, roads and sidewalks can become blistering hot - posing a risk to your pets’ paws. If it still feels too hot to go for a walk in the evening, consider doing some training or playing some games inside at home rather than expose your pet to high temperatures, especially if you have a senior pet or a brachycephalic breed. To protect sensitive skin, consider dog-safe footwear and invest in petfriendly sunscreen for your dog’s

nose, ears and face, to minimise the chance of sunburn, especially for light-coloured companions. “If you’re not sure whether the footpath is too hot to walk your dog, we recommend following the fivesecond rule. “Simply place the back of your hand on a surface for five seconds. If you can’t handle the heat, your dog can’t either, which means you should wait until things cool down before venturing out,” added Dr Arnott. As we keep cool this summer, it’s important to remember that we’re likely not the only ones feeling the heat. By incorporating these tips into our routine, we can safeguard our pets from soaring temperatures and ensure a safe and enjoyable summer period for all members of the family. If you suspect your animal might be suffering from heat related stress, contact your nearest veterinarian as soon as possible.

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Activities galore at the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens WHEN did you last visit the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens? With 125 hectares and 25 themed gardens to explore, there is sure to be a garden to suit everyone. The Eucalyptus Lawn is a great space for a picnic, while the Kookaburra Café is open every day for a snack or coffee. As you walk around these beautiful Gardens feel free to marvel that there are no paid gardeners! All the work is done entirely by dedicated teams of volunteers (over 180 of them!) and the Gardens are funded by entry fees and donations. The following activities are coming

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to the Gardens during the January school holidays. ‘Nuts About Nature’ craft workshops for kids will be held on January 10 and 17. A ‘Bonsai for Kids’ workshop will follow on January 19, with a ‘Mosaics Workshop’ on January 21. Bookings are essential, please phone the Gardens on 4987 1655. A Treasure Trove Trail is held every day and is free with entry – find all of the hidden animals and win a prize! Entry to the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens at Heatherbrae is $5 entry or $10 per family. Stay all day – best value in town!

q A series of activities and workshops will be held at the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens through January.

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Unique koala experiences

THE Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Port Stephens Council and Port Stephens Koala Hospital, a volunteer group that aims to provide world best practice standards of care to sick, injured and orphaned koalas to give them the best opportunity to be returned to the wild. Day visitors to the Sanctuary enjoy unique experiences with koalas in a natural and idyllic bushland setting. Tailored education sessions are offered from local guides on koala care, rehabilitation and eventual return back to the wild. The Sanctuary is a new opportunity to directly contribute to the preservation of local koalas in Port Stephens.

These School Holidays the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is open daily from 9am to 5pm and includes the following activities and features. Koala Centre – visitor admissions and guest reception areas. Sanctuary Story Walk offering visitors an immersive educational experience of the koala habitat. Koala Hospital - Visit the state-of-the-art Koala Hospital with Intensive Care Unit treatment rooms and holding pens. Take a look through the hospital viewing window as veterinary staff carry out *examinations and administer treatment to koala inpatients (*subject to treatment times). SANCTUARY SKYwalk and elevated viewing platform - The Sanctuary

SKYwalk and viewing platform is a 225 metre in length elevated pathway and viewing platform, offering a unique ‘tree top’ perspective into the koala’s natural habitat, a perfect photo opportunity and educational experience. Fat Possum Café - Offering an extensive range of delicious menu items and ‘grab and go’ eats and treats, great barista coffees and a huge range of quality souvenirs, a lasting memento of your visit. Deluxe 4 star accommodation - guests will be able to wake up with the koalas by staying in onsite four star glamping tents. These School Holiday visitors can enjoy morning ‘Sanctuary Talks’ hosted by the Educational Officers from the Port Stephens Koala Hospital. These informative talks

OVERLOOKING the marina along the stunning Nelson Bay foreshore, you’ll find The Marina Market. There’s nothing quite like strolling through rows of market stalls, eating delicious food truck treats with the

family as the sun sets over the water. The Marina Markets is your go-to place to find handmade products and beautiful designs in the Port Stephens area. The Marina Market is on every Wednesday

and Saturday throughout January (excluding January 31) from 4-8pm. Bring down the family for a street eats dinner, relax to live tunes and soak up a beautiful summer evening in the bay!

Handmade magic at the Homegrown Markets

will provide information and explanations on the plights affecting koalas today and give general tips on how you can assist ensure their long term survivability in the wild. Each talk will commence at 11.30am and concludes around 12:15pm. Dates: Thursday, 11 January 2024 Saturday, 13 January 2024 Monday, 15 January 2024 Thursday, 18 January 2024 Saturday, 20 January 2024 Monday, 22 January 2024 Thursday, 25 January 2024 Saturday, 27 January 2024 Check the Sanctuary’s social media pages for ‘Talk Dates and Times’.

q Day visitors to the Sanctuary enjoy unique experiences with koalas in a natural and idyllic bushland setting.

You will find an incredible range of artwork and special craft pieces reflecting the great skills of our local artisans, whose talents cover sixteen unique crafts. Mementos of your stay in the Bay are available for sale in our gallery. Exhibitions change every six weeks. artscentrenelsonbay.org.au/about-us/

q The Markets are your go-to location for handmade products and beautiful designs.

Exhibitions Life in The Bay and Mosaics Featured Artist Lizzie Paterson. Featured Potters Janet McDonnell and Renee Buman Shoal Bay Road, Nelson Bay (near Nelson Bay Diggers) 02 4981 3604 Gallery Open Mon – Sat 10 am – 4 pm Sun 10 am – 1 pm. Free Entry

JANUARY HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

When did you last visit YOUR hunter region botanic gardens?

JANUARY 7 ‘Bugs, Beautiful Bugs’ Insect Walk - 9:30 - 11am FREE JANUARY 19

JANUARY 10 & 17 ‘Nuts about Nature’ Craft Workshop - 9:30 - 11am $10 per child, $5 for adults JANUARY 21 Mosaics Workshop 10:30am - 12:30pm $25 per person

Bonsai for Kids 10:30am $15 per person Treasure Trove Trail Held every day & included with entry. Find all of the hidden animals and win a prize!

Gardens Explorer Tours Available Bookings Essential $10 per person

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and Scandinavian inspired atmosphere, you will feel as though you've stepped back in time as you enter the intimate and personable world that is Valhalla. Designed and created to be more than just a restaurant and bar, but also an unforgettable and uniquely atmospheric world within itself, Valhalla offers extensive choices for social gatherings, weddings, parties,

functions and events. Open from Wednesday through to Sunday, Valhalla serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with weekly live music, daily happy hour and an extensive menu of over 50 choices! Escape to the coastal countryside and indulge in the atmosphere of Valhalla. See website for menu, trading details and events enquiries.

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New year, new you with affordable sport at StrikeZone

TENPIN Bowling is more than an hour with the kids during the holidays. It can be your regular weekly sport with a multitude of health benefits and cash prizes at the end of the season. All for around $22 per week for a three-game league. Best of all – because it is a handicap sport, even novices can win. Consider these facts: • An hour of bowling can burn anywhere from 219 to 327 calories depending on how much you weigh (Mayo Clinic). That’s more calories burned than walking three kilometres in an hour. • Bowling requires a short burst of physical activity when throwing the ball. • It speeds up your metabolism through consistent movement. • A bowler uses 134 muscles during a game. • The repetitive swinging, flexing, bending and stretching tones muscle

groups in your arms, chest, back and legs, developing and maintaining flexibility. • Bowlers throw the ball up to 21 times per game – 63 times in a normal three game league. Bowling balls weigh from 2.7-7.2kg. How much do your barbells weigh at the gym? • Exercise such as that from bowling lowers your risk of stroke, heart attack and diabetes. It also lowers cholesterol and blood pressure while improving circulation. Bowling is a sport for life with a low risk of injuries. The oldest person to bowl a perfect game of 300 was 89, and an estimated 18 million kids between 6 to 17 bowl every year. Raymond Terrace’s own StrikeZone Tenpin Bowl is in the final stages of a $3m expansion so there is no better time to consider taking the step into weekly league bowling. New Singles, Doubles and

Triples leagues will all start fresh in the new year. Why not grab some friends and enter the Friday night Triples league. You can all be novices together. There are also afternoon leagues specifically for kids. These are a great way to tear the youngsters away from the video games and get them into a non-contact sport for life. The centre provides both

supervision and free coaching. Newcastle has a strong record in the development of Junior Tenpin Bowlers. World champions Amanda Bradley and Ann-Maree Putney both started as juniors in Newcastle. StrikeZone owner Neville Marchbank is strongly committed to the purist form of the sport. His recent investment in the centre has focused on providing the very best in

bowling technology and he has refused to go down the cost-saving arcade games approach of hanging pins from strings. However, he does appreciate that there is an expectation that venues will provide more than just bowling. He has tripled the size of his amusement arcade games area and is building a mini golf course and a licensed area for darts and pool.

These should be open early in the new year. Neville welcomes people calling in to inquire about leagues and suggests that his Friday and Saturday night deals of three hours unlimited bowling for $18 per head are a perfect way to get a feel for the sport while having a lot of fun. Raymond Terrace Strikezone is in Leisure Way opposite the aquatics centre.

convenience of their own spaces. Located in beautiful Anna Bay, Aimee’s is central to all the main attractions that Port Stephens has to offer. “We can accommodate bookings of up to 30 guests, offering comfortable private and shared rooms and

shared group spaces with a range of onsite amenities,” the Aimee’s team said. Premium facilities “We offer comfortable, fresh, and modern rooms near all the major attractions in Port Stephens. “Our large group accommodation is the ultimate solution for large group holidays: we offer family cabins for up to six

guests and studio cabins that sleep up to three guests. “Our sparkling in-ground pool and cosy outdoor fireplace are ideal for making memories in the sun or under the stars.” Family owned for a personal touch “We run our family accommodation in Port Stephens with personal passion and a love for

memorable moments. “We take extra care to make sure that our guests are comfortable and enjoying our facilities during their stay. “We love getting to know you and offering local sightseeing ideas and advice on the best places to eat in town. We treat every guest as family and often include personal touches to show our hospitality.” Events packages “We have a history in the events industry, so we can help you plan a successful group event at our lodging. “We can cater for your event using our modern kitchen facilities and offer convenient group packages to help you plan the perfect getaway. “We are experienced with hens and bucks parties, corporate retreats, garden weddings, wellness retreats,

celebratory weekends, and Christmas holidays.” Eco-conscious “We are earth lovers, and we practise hospitality with eco-conscious solutions to help protect and preserve our environment. “We support zero-waste initiatives to reduce singleuse plastic pollution and use refillable shower and cleaning products. “Our business also supports eco-conscious suppliers and charitable organisations.” Aimee’s at Anna Bay offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay for large groups in Port Stephens. “Our pristine accommodation is suitable for many types of travellers, and we give each guest a unique experience of our breathtaking location.” Contact your hosts, Aimee and Brett, to book your next holiday now.

q Tenpin bowling can have great health benefits and is accessible to all.

Aimee’s at Anna Bay: Modern group accommodation in perfect location WHETHER it be for a bucks party, hens weekend, family holiday, milestone celebration, garden wedding, or any other event, this unique property offers fresh modern family and studio holiday units, enabling large groups to stay together in the same location with the

q Located in beautiful Anna Bay, Aimee’s is central to all the main attractions that Port Stephens has to offer.

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NEW YEAR SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN Y-Knot take a cruise? Y-KNOT Cruises offers relaxing cruises to the coastal villages of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, as well as return journeys to Nelson Bay. The Y-Knot is a locallyowned, purpose-built catamaran. With exceptional stability and wide open floor space she is perfect for a cruise on the pristine waterways of Port Stephens.

This high-tech catamaran offers the best of comfortable travel across Port Stephens six times a day. The size of the vessel can minimise the discomfort caused by conditions resulting from daily afternoon seabreezes, allowing guests an exciting and memorable experience. “The natural beauty of this marine park must be explored

to be fully appreciated, then a break for lunch,” YKNOT owner Noel Gaunt said. “The food is outstanding! “Our Lunchtime Express departs at 11am and returns to Nelson Bay at 3pm.” At 6pm the service offers a sunset cruise, showcasing the iconic Port Stephens sunset. For more information, visit www.yknotcruises.com.au.

q Explore Port Stephens’ beautiful waterways on the Y-Knot.

Heritage and hidden treasures on the Wangi Queen Showboat

BASED in Lemon Tree Passage, the Wangi Queen Showboat is a heritage attraction that entices both locals and visitors.

Many people travel from afar to experience the vessel's charm. Its signature 2.5-hour

lunch and sunset cruises provide a unique and memorable way to explore the exceptional beauty of Port Stephens' western harbour. Boasting a rich history, the Wangi Queen is steeped

q The Wangi Queen is steeped in maritime heritage, earning its place on the coveted list of Australian National Maritime Museum's treasures.

in maritime heritage, earning its place on the coveted list of Australian National Maritime Museum's treasures. Dating back to 1922, this showboat stands as a splendid testament to classic boatbuilding craftsmanship. What sets the Wangi Queen apart is not just its historical significance but also the meticulous details that adorn its structure. The window sashes, for instance, hold a secret of their own - crafted from teak salvaged from an 1855 sailing ship that met its fate in the waters off Sydney Harbour in the 1920s. These intricacies weave a narrative of resilience and homage to seafaring history. For those seeking a family-

friendly adventure, Wangi Queen's Treasure Hunt is a popular attraction during school holidays. Equipped with activity booklets, young explorers are invited on an exciting quest to unravel clues and uncover hidden treasures scattered around the vessel. It's an engaging way to blend entertainment with education. Cruises board at Lemon Tree Passage and at Taylors Beach, a mere fifteen-minute drive from the bustling hub of Nelson Bay. Cruises are also available out of Karuah twice a month, weather permitting. "The Wangi Queen Showboat is a living piece of history," said Shane Herrmann, who has regularly worked the

Queen’s helm since 2011 when it was based at Campbells Cove in Sydney. “It’s a pleasure to showcase these beautiful waterways on such a classic Australian vessel.” The Wangi Queen is the perfect pick for anyone seeking a delightful maritime experience. The newly installed espresso machine is an added bonus, with the on-board barista serving The Cat’s Pyjamas by coffee roaster Seven Miles. Whether it's a lunch tour or evening sunset cruise, this heritage-listed gem promises an experience to remember. Gift vouchers are available for those looking to surprise someone special. Call 0411 388 380 for cruise times and fares, or visit www.wangiqueen.com.au.

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it an ideal abode for families. Key features: • Expansive 626m2 block, a mere walk from the water's edge. • Four spacious bedrooms, three upstairs adorned with ceiling fans and built-in robes. The master bedroom boasts air conditioning and balcony access, while the fourth bedroom treats you to partial water views. • Revel in comfort with dual reverse cycle air conditioning and a warm and inviting combustible fireplace • Ceiling fans, and energy-efficient LED downlighting throughout. • The rear gardens host an undercover haven,

a garage with convenient drive-through access, and a secure, fully fenced yard with a practical concrete slab and garden shed. • The rear balcony transforms into an outdoor entertainment oasis, offering tranquil filtered water views. • Enhanced security with a fenced front yard. A spacious bathroom on each level, each elegantly renovated with floor-to-ceiling tiles, • A modern kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, range hood, electric cooktop and stone bench tops. • The garage houses the laundry, with the potential to evolve into a kitchenette. • Within a short distance to shops, restaurants, cafes,

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The early Chinese fishers of Port Stephens By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

APART from the Worimi, the early fishing effort in Nelson Bay was dominated by the Chinese, as revealed by a Royal Commission into the Fisheries of the Colony of New South Wales appointed in January 1880 and presented to His Excellency The Right Honourable Lord Augustus William Frederick Spencer Loftus, Governor and Commander-in-Chief of the Colony of New South Wales and its Dependencies. “Port Stephens, about 24 miles to the northward of Newcastle, with its innumerable out grounds, including the Broughton Island and extending as far as the Seal Rocks, is probably the grandest fishing station on the entire seaboard of the Colony. “Connected with a vast series of lakes (the Myall Lakes) on the north and with the Karuah River, Telligherry Creek, and half a score of important affluents inland, with miles upon miles of beaches fit for seine fishing, with an apparently unlimited endowment of the best fish, and with a telegraph-station within very easy distance, this noble harbor is unquestionable destined to become one of the largest factors in the metropolitan fish supply of the future. “A considerable gang of Chinamen is always located at Nelson Bay, and as soon as one lot returns to its native country another takes its place. “They catch their own fish here and preserve it after their own detestable fashion. “At times these Chinese q A Royal Commission into the Fisheries of the Colony of New South Wales was conducted on 6 April 1895 in the Sea Breeze Hotel in Nelson Bay, Port Stephens under the Chairmanship of Frank Furnell, Esq., M.P.

fishermen go out seaward as far as Long Island (Broughton Island), where they camp for several weeks at a time and catch vast quantities of fish, and might, if they choose, catch any quantity of crayfish (the ‘lobsters’ of our fishermen).” The influx of Chinese workers into Australia came about as a direct result of the cessation of the transportation of convicts to NSW in 1840. As the supply of cheap labour began to dry up, anxious employers brought in labourers from China, a practice that was continued until the discovery of gold in 1851. When gold was discovered the Chinese bolted to the gold fields almost as soon as they were landed. On realising that the gold fields did not guarantee immediate wealth and were more about hard work with little to no reward, the dispirited Chinese began to filter back into established communities in the hope of finding or creating suitable work. Certain documents suggest that the Chinese arrived in Nelson Bay in the early 1800s, however it is generally accepted that they arrived in greater numbers during the 1860s. The Chinese line fished for snapper, netted garfish and salmon and trapped lobsters. Little interest was shown in the passing schools of mullet. The reference to the Chinese curing of fish at Nelson Bay is of interest. The evidence of Chinese fish merchant Mr Chin Ateak to the 1880 Commission made detailed

q Early etching of Nelson Bay in Illustrated Sydney News, 22 January 1881. The Chinese settled along Nelson Bay Beach. reference to this trade. It appears to have been a very active, substantial industry which employed local fishermen to supply suitable local fish for curing and subsequent export. When interviewed at the Commission, fisherman George Newton was asked: “Can you give us any idea of their mode of curing – what they did with the fish?” “They split them and salt them and shove them into a cask – that was all,” Mr Newton said. “At other times they would cut a little of the belly, take the insides out, just what they could reach, put a lot of salt in, and stuff the fish into a cask. “Anyone who saw the Chinamen cure fish would not, I am sure, eat them.

“The Chinamen gave us between 4 and 11 shillings a dozen for snapper each weighing over 7 pounds. “Some fish were salted and sun dried.” It seems that all wasn’t smooth sailing for the Chinese in Nelson Bay, with a report written in the Newcastle Herald in 1865. “On Monday night last a quarrel arose between seven or eight Chinese fishermen who lived together at Nelson’s Bay, near Port Stephens Heads, during which one of them seized a knife and attacked another against whom his wrath was specifically directed.” The Raymond Terrace correspondent on The Maitland Mercury expanded on the incident at the time.

“Information was brought to town on Tuesday morning last, that two Chinese had been stabbed at a Chinese fishing establishment at Nelson’s Bay. “Sergeant Healy and Dr. Wells immediately started and on their arrival at the scene of the outrage found one of the men dead and the other lying in a precarious state, and unable, from the nature of his wounds, to be removed. “The Chinaman that committed the deed was taken into custody and brought into town, as also the body of his victim. “An inquest was initiated before Mr Shaw, coroner, but stands adjourned until Friday next, to allow of an interpreter being procured, as most, if not all, the witnesses are Celestials.”

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HERE is a tip worth considering. It’s about your tackle box. Really, it’s about the size of your tackle box and what you carry in it. Are you one of those who go fishing with a tackle box that an Olympic weightlifter couldn’t get off the ground and a pole vaulter couldn’t jump over? You know what I mean, a box with more in it than an average granny flat. The fact is you do not need most of what is packed inside, and you never will. Let us take a look. Lures, plastics, tools, scissors, spare bungs, hook sharpeners, squid jigs, knives, hooks, swivels, a hand towel, measuring sticks for crabs and fish, marine park maps and the greatest “offender” of all – sinkers! I have seen tackle boxes stuffed with more sinkers than could be used in a lifetime – enough to sink a battleship. Apart from the inconvenience of lugging around the huge box, other problems arise. If water finds a way inside you are in trouble. This is when the fisherman’s enemy appears – rust! If the tackle box rolls over, it will take a day to sort things out. I have a solution. Before you go fishing, think about what fish you intend to target. Say snapper, which is my target fish. You may be thinking of whiting or flathead but, for

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q All you need in a pill bottle. the moment, let’s stick to snapper. This is what I do. Firstly, it is necessary to wear a shirt with a pocket. In that pocket you put your tackle box. What? You question. My tackle box is a pill bottle which fits snugly into my pocket and is available with the least amount of fuss when the need arises. In the pill bottle I carry a dozen 6/0 or 7/0 hooks, half a dozen small sinkers (which I rarely use) and a couple of swivels for my mono line. I use two rods and have never run out of fishing gear on a trip. The tip is to think about what you really need and leave the rest in the garage.

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DEAR Jasminda, I often start the New Year by goal setting, only to realise by February that I've failed. How can I achieve some goals that I can actually keep? Fiona W. Dear Fiona,

READING by Lynne Miles: Ecclesiastes 3: 1, 3 & 4"There is an appointed time for everything. And a season for every event under heaven. A time to kill and a time to heal; A time to tear down and a time to build up. A time to weep and a time to laugh; A time to mourn and a time to dance."

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OVER the Christmas – New Year break I spent a few mornings volunteering on a help desk set up by the Tomaree Headland Heritage Group at the base of Tomaree Head. Several things are clear: ● The walk to the top is extremely popular. As an example, on 28 January between 9-00 and 12-30 (3 ½ hours) over 500 people climbed the headland. That does not count the many people who chose to walk or cycle along the foreshore and those who climbed earlier or later than the time the help desk was operating.

Happy New Year. As we ease into another year, tenderly patting expanded waistlines created by batches of rum balls and espresso martinis, marvelling at the exhaustion that sitting around doing nothing achieves, gazing at

● The parking situation is appalling. There was a constant parade of vehicles coming to the end of the road and turning around. Some of them may have found a park back towards Shoal Bay but others may simply have given up and driven away. While this solution is not ideal, the old cricket oval just past the Lodge entrance could be converted to parking. ● Signage at the base is useless. The most common questions were: ○ Where does the walk start? Our answer was to point, something a sign could do. ○ How long will it

take? Our answer was 1 hour plus, information that could be given on a sign. ○ Where are the toilets? Our answer was to point, something a sign could do. ○ Where is access to Zenith Beach? Our answer was to point, something a sign could do. ○ Where does the Tomaree Coastal Walk start? Our answer was to point up the road to the upper Zenith Beach car park with advice to go 20 metres further up the road and turn left, something a sign could do. The only sign at the base is a sign indicating that

Tomaree National Park is somewhere in the vicinity. That sign is frequently obscured by parked cars. An arrow pointing to the beginning of the walk, and an indication of the time the climb would take would be simple. The only sign indicating the location of toilets is on a post shared with parking signs and is easy to miss. The signs on the actual toilet block are tiny. The NPWS information board is out of sight about 50 metres from the beginning of the track and not visible from the path’s beginning. I understand that there are three bodies controlling the area, but is it beyond the wit of various empire builders to talk to each other to ensure

alone is set to be a boon for the local workforce, providing a surge in employment opportunities that will ripple through the community. Moreover, the long-term operation and maintenance of the wind turbines ensures a stable stream of employment for years to come. It's not just about jobs; it's about careers that offer stability, growth potential and security. These projects serve as a testament to our commitment to future generations, as we transition from traditional energy sources to renewable alternatives. Future-proofing the energy grid is not a choice; it's a necessity. The Hunter Offshore Wind Proposal positions our region as a forward-thinking hub, ready to meet the demands of current and future industries. As other regions grapple with the challenges of declining energy infrastructure, we are actively investing in resilience, sustainability and continued prosperity. The benefits extend beyond the immediate economic impact.

By embracing renewable energy, we reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to the global fight against climate change. The wind project represents a harmonious balance between economic development and environmental stewardship, showcasing our commitment to responsible growth and industrial development. Critics may argue about the initial costs of such projects, but the long-term gains far outweigh the investment. The offshore wind proposal is an investment in our community's future, creating a self-sustaining cycle of economic growth, job creation, and environmental responsibility. As the energy landscape evolves, our region can emerge as a leader, attracting further investments and solidifying our position as a manufacturing centre of excellence. Importantly, this proposal aligns with the broader global movement towards renewable energy. As the world shifts away from traditional energy

sources, embracing clean energy solutions, the Hunter Offshore Wind Proposal puts us on the map as a player in the renewable energy market. This not only secures our energy independence but also opens doors to export opportunities, further bolstering our economic standing and industrial capacity. It is crucial to recognise that the success of Hunter Offshore Wind is contingent on a collaborative effort involving Government support, private investment, Unions and community engagement. Policymakers must create a conducive regulatory environment that encourages the development of offshore wind projects while safeguarding the interests of workers and the environment. Private investors, recognising the long-term potential, should channel funds into these ventures, fostering innovation and local job creation. Community engagement is equally pivotal. Hunter Offshore Wind projects should involve local communities from the

the Christmas tree that has to be repacked and hoisted up to the mezzanine for another year, it can be easy to feel the weight of expectation. My advice, therefore, is to aim low. Instead of setting the bar for the stars, settle for the limbo. Here are some starters for you: Clean the fridge by eating your way through the leftovers. Don't take up running. Have you ever seen a happy runner? Live an intentioned/comfortable life i.e. dress in activewear. Travel – even if it's only in your mind through books. Work towards mediocrity. You'll definitely get there. Anything else is a bonus. Remove toxic people from your life and replace them with a dog. You'll be infinitely happier (as will the dog). Carpe diem, Jasminda.

information gets to their shared customers? NPWS has spent millions of dollars improving the walk, but they have failed at the most basic level of indicating access to their improvements. There is still huge community concern from locals and frequent visitors familiar with the area about the eventual fate of the Tomaree Lodge site Although there is bipartisan commitment for community access to the site to remain, that commitment has not converted to any action by the government and Kate Washington, the local member and relevant minister. Meanwhile it is reported that annual maintenance of the site is costing in the region of $1,000,000.

The Heritage Group has proposed that the site be operated to preserve public access and generate income. It must be in the community’s interest to move to do something quickly to achieve this. Someone, possibly Destination Port Stephens whose remit is promoting tourism in the area, should get the three competing (I use that word advisedly) bodies - the council, the state government and NPWS - together to bang heads so that the most popular tourist site in the area can reach its full potential.

planning stage, addressing concerns, and ensuring that the benefits are shared equitably. This approach not only enhances public support but also fosters a sense of ownership and pride among the people who will witness firsthand the positive impacts on their surroundings. Hunter Offshore Wind represents a beacon of hope for a sustainable future where environmental consciousness aligns seamlessly with the creation of quality, secure Union jobs.

By embracing this innovative approach to energy production, we can foster economic growth, protect our environment, and build a brighter future for generations to come. The time is ripe for a paradigm shift, and Hunter Offshore Wind offers a blueprint for striking the delicate balance between progress, jobs security and growth and the preservation of our environment.

Regards, Ian SANDERSON, Salamander Bay.

Hunter Offshore Wind Proposal and regional prosperity DEAR News Of The Area,

IN the midst of a rapidly evolving energy landscape, the Hunter Offshore Wind Proposal emerges as a beacon of opportunity, not just for sustainable energy generation but for the region's economic vitality. As we stand at the crossroads of environmental responsibility and economic progress, the potential for regional job creation and fortifying our energy grid cannot be overstated. The Hunter has long been synonymous with traditional power generation, but times are changing, and so must we. The offshore wind proposal promises to usher in a new era for our region, diversifying our economic base and laying the foundation for a sustainable future. Job opportunities, both immediate and long-term, are the linchpin of this transformation. At the heart of this project lies a plethora of job prospects, from skilled trades to engineers, project managers to maintenance crews and more. The construction phase

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New research shows Australians choosing their family AUSTRALIANS have a wide range of views when it comes to defining their family, with many younger people saying love and unconditional support is more important than genetics and legal ties, according to new research by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS). The survey of almost 6,000 people revealed 41 percent of Australians consider close friends or ‘chosen family’ to be part of their family, and 52 percent count their pets as family members. While 62 percent of those of the Interwar Generation (born before 1946) said blood or genetics were important or very important in defining a family, this dropped through the generations to only 24 percent of Gen Zs.

The study also revealed gender differences, with women much more likely than men to include chosen family or close friends when they think about family (43 percent vs 31 percent), and to consider pets as family (54 percent vs 38 percent). Women were also significantly more likely to rate unconditional, non-judgemental support as very important when defining what makes a family compared to men (69 percent vs 52 percent). Study co-author and Research Fellow at AIFS, Dr Luke Gahan, said the research has implications for law and policymakers, as definitions of family change and evolve. “For many people family is still a rigid institution underpinned by genetics and

legal ties – however, there is an increasing diversity of views on what it means to be a family,” Dr Gahan said. “This study shows relationships defined by love and individual choice are coming to the fore when it comes to notions of family – throwing up challenges for law and policymakers, as they try to meet the needs of a changing society.” Dr Gahan said, for example, that pets increasingly being considered family could impact the way couples separate. “By law pets are currently considered ‘property’ – but perhaps, given how many of us feel about our pets, something closer to a custody arrangement is more appropriate,” Dr Gahan said. “Also, many people

considering close friends as family could influence how employment law defines ‘immediate family’ in terms of leave provisions, when a family member requires care.” Study co-author and Senior Research Officer at AIFS, Mikayla Budinski, said the study also highlights the diversity of views on what makes a family in Australia – and how that may evolve over time. “How Australians decide who is included in their kinship circles is influenced by legal definitions but is also shaped by culture and personal life experiences and circumstances – so we’re seeing a great breadth of views,” Miss Budinski said. “For example, cultural and linguistic diverse minority

Australians rate legal and blood ties as important when defining family – however LGBTQ+ people were far less likely to rate them as important.” The study also found that culturally and linguistically diverse people were significantly more likely to view legal ties or obligations as important or very important when defining family compared to other study participants (41 percent vs 30 percent) – and the same with blood/genetics (43 percent vs 34 percent). LGBTQ+ people were almost twice as likely to rate blood or genetics as not important at all in defining a family compared to other study participants (32 percent vs 17 percent). Almost half (48 percent)

New report reveals grim statistics on our roads and driveways IT’S Australia’s heartbreaking legacy. Road trauma is the leading cause of death for children aged one to fourteen in this country. On average, one child is killed in a road crash in Australia every week. Most deaths of children in land and transport crashes in Australia (59 percent) occur when they are passengers or bystanders, but a significant percentage (29 percent) occur when children are pedestrians. Between 2001-2019, 439 children aged zero to fourteen years were killed in a pedestrian road trauma incident. A new study from Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation and UNSW’s Transport and Road Safety Research Centre is aiming to address these concerning statistics with an investigation into the factors that lead to child pedestrian fatalities. Looking at almost two decades of data patterns from the National Coronial Information System (NCIS), the report has identified common trends in the circumstances and causes of fatal pedestrian crashes involving children aged zero to fourteen years in Australia. Aussie mum Michelle McLaughlin is the driving force behind the report. She and husband David founded the Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation to campaign for children’s road safety after the tragic loss of their four-year-old son, Tom, in a pedestrian road crash in 2014. Michelle says that through analysing and identifying these trends, better prevention strategies can be recommended and implemented to reduce child pedestrian fatalities. “This is the largest study of its kind to date, and is a crucial step towards understanding and reducing risks for child pedestrians on our roads. “It can inform strategies for tackling the problem of child road trauma, particularly child pedestrian fatalities,” she said. “There is a lack of awareness that the issue of child road trauma is as serious as it is across Australia. “While there was a drop in fatal pedestrian incidents involving children in the early 2000s, there is little sign of further significant decline since then, so we must act on these findings to address this national crisis.” Completed with support from the Commonwealth Road Safety Innovation Fund, the review discovered several significant patterns around the characteristics of child pedestrian fatality incidents. Key findings include: • Younger children were involved in most incidents, with one-year-olds representing one-quarter of child pedestrian fatalities. • Over half of the fatalities were four years old or under. • Numbers of cases were lower from six to twelve years but increased for children aged thirteen and fourteen.

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q Aussie mum Michelle McLaughlin, the driving force behind the report, lost her son Tom in a pedestrian road crash in 2014. Photo: JoVi Creative.

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When it comes to location, most child pedestrian fatalities occurred on roads (50.3 percent) or in driveways (32.4 percent), with age of the child a major influence on location. Driveway pedestrian fatality numbers trended more towards very young children aged one to three years, with 84 percent of fatalities involving one-year-olds, 66.7 percent of children under one and around one-third of fatalities of two-and threeyear-olds being in driveways 87.3 percent of pedestrian fatalities involving eleven-to fourteen-year-olds occurred on the road, with numbers increasing with age and two-thirds involving children aged thirteen and fourteen years. Driveway fatalities remained around the same level for the nineteen-year study period and even showed a slight increasing trend from 2003 to 2019. Most of the child pedestrian crashes occurred because the child was in a location at the side of a road or in a driveway that made it hard for the driver to see or avoid them, or because they followed someone they knew into a hazardous location near a vehicle. In the majority of cases, the driver reported being unaware that the child was in a vulnerable location close to their vehicle or they became aware too late to avoid a collision. The most consistent factor contributing to road and driveway child pedestrian fatalities was inadequate supervision. With child pedestrian fatalities in driveways, indirect and ambiguous

supervision of the youngest ages was a significant factor, with the presence of multiple carers often contributing to diminished supervisory attention. Emeritus Professor Ann Williamson, of the UNSW’s Transport and Road Safety Research Centre, says that findings highlight worrying patterns to fatalities and reveal the need for immediate action to address identified safety issues. “We need an urgent review into strategies to reduce child pedestrian fatalities,” she said. “Improvements are needed in road designs, including signage, markings and lighting. “Designs of vehicles should be amended to improve all

of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people rated ‘legal ties or obligations’ as important or very important compared to just 30 percent of non-Indigenous study participants. Conducted in late 2021, the Families in Australia Survey series aimed to better understand family relationships, connections and support, and the things that Australian families do together or within their communities, such as work and study. The survey was open to all Australians aged 18 years and over. AIFS conducts original research to increase understanding of Australian families and the issues that affect them. Visit aifs.gov.au

around visibility, not just when reversing, especially in larger vehicles such as SUVs, which were predominantly involved in carpark and driveway fatalities. “Driver awareness campaigns can play a key role in keeping child pedestrians safe. “Education for parents and carers is needed about the importance of active attention and direct supervision. “The fact that driveway fatalities involving child pedestrians remain persistently high, with no evidence of a reduction in over the study period, is justification for quick measures.” With more vehicles on our roads as families travel over the summer break, increasing the risk of incidents, Michelle is also sounding the alarm for immediate action. “Our aim is to prevent other children falling victim to the same tragic fate as our beautiful boy Tom. “We don’t want other families to go through what we did,” said Michelle. “The results of our report suggest that if direct supervision, especially involving physical contact, is maintained, child pedestrian fatalities can be avoided. “So please, hold children’s hands around roadways and driveways. “Older children should also be encouraged to reduce distractions, pay attention to their surroundings and, where possible, cross at pedestrian crossings or traffic lights.”

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Undefeated Pythons set cracking pace in Newcastle District Suburban Cricket series By Chris KARAS

THE all-conquering Port Stephens Pythons have consolidated top spot in the 2023-24 Newcastle District Suburban Cricket Division One competition. Resounding limited overs victories over Glendale Old Boys in the lead up to Christmas and third placed Warners Bay last weekend have stamped the premiers as a force to be reckoned with this summer. Fresh from their Denis Broad OAM Cup trophy success, Josh Moxey’s talented charges chalked up their eighth win of the season after skittling Warners Bay at King Park to extend the team’s undefeated record. After twelve rounds the Pythons are the Division One pacesetters on 32 points from rivals Waterboard Wests (30) – despite four of their fixtures being declared no results due to inclement weather. Port Stephens remains the only unbeaten side following Waterboard’s shock loss to Cardiff-Boolaroo last Saturday at Jesmond Park. Experienced Pythons skipper Josh Moxey told News Of The Area that “the boys have produced spirited

performances to date in all formats but there is still a lot of cricket to be played”. “As it stands we are in a strong position to qualify for the finals and push our claims for another title but we are not getting ahead of ourselves,” claimed the wily club stalwart. “We need to focus on each game and execute our plans with both bat and ball,” he added. The Pythons registered a 61-run triumph over Warners Bay with top individual performances from all rounder Lleyton Eveleigh and Shawn Davies. Eveleigh clouted an unbeaten 64 off 88 balls with five boundaries and a six as Port Stephens posted 8-195 from their allotted 40 overs. He shared a fifth wicket stand of 50 with the versatile Davies who cracked three sixes during a whirlwind knock of 31 off 22 balls while Leigh Williams hit 42 off 39 balls including six boundaries. The prolific Williams also featured in an opening stand of 57 with team captain Moxey. Davies (4-7 off eight overs) and Lleyton Eveleigh (2-23 off four) proved the chief destroyers with the

ball as Warners Bay were rolled for 134 in the penultimate over. Number six Daniel Byrnes top scored for the visitors with a power laden 65 off 72 balls that featured three sixes and six boundaries before he was stumped by Pythons keeper Grant Garland off the bowling of star spinner Jason Eveleigh. Byrnes and skipper Steve Grimshaw (27 not out) rescued their side with a 56 run seventh wicket stand after the Bay X1 were tottering at 6-42. Warners Bay quick Matthew White (3-37 off six) and Jesse Ballenden (2-23 off eight) impressed with the ball. A feature of the Pythons’ emphatic 97 run victory over Glendale Old Boys at William Bower Oval were the batting performances from Jarrod Moxey (50), Williams (46), opener Jeremy Rushford (27) and Travis Ling (21) in a total of 215. Glendale were bundled out for 118 with Blake Simpson snaring 5-17 off eight overs, Jason Eveleigh (2-18 off four) and Brock Hawley (2-19 off eight). Talented all rounder Ray Steadman played a lone hand for the

NELSON BAY CLUB RESULTS 24 December - 30 December 2023 Sunday 24 December 2023 Women’s & Men’s Medley Gymea Bush Course Overall, Winners: 1 Stephanie McKay (39) 43 2 Heather Atkins (23) 41 3 Chris Mawson (8) 40 c/b 4 Linda Drake (22) 40 Monday 25 December 2023 Xmas day no golf Tuesday 26 December 2023 Medley Stableford Brush Box Overall winners. A1 Colleen beattie (20) 38 c/b A2 Steve Punshon (26) 38 (38) c/b A3 Jenny Frost (9) 38 c/b A4 Cameron Dombkins (22) 38 Wednesday 27 December 2023 Men’s Stableford: Brush Course A1 Lachlan Lawson (0) 42 A2 Thomas Ainsworth (7) 39 c/b A3 Stuart Phegan (7) 39 c/b B1 Charlie Haggett (20) 39 B2 Aaron Lambert (19) 38 B3 Simon Law (17) 36 c/b C1 Chris Kelly (31) 40 C2 Mark Balsariini (24) 37 C3 Ron Wilcock (26) 36 Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course A1 Peter Sutton (12) 38 A2 Jamie Keating (15) 37 c/b A3 Murray Atkins (9) 37 B1 Doug Hellmrich (20) 42 B2 Christian Hernandez (18) 40 B3 Garry Hall (17) 38 c/b C1 Greg Flux (27) 39 c/b

C2 Geoff Cavanagh (29) 39 C3 Tony Knife (26) 38 c/b Thursday 28 December 2023 NO GOLF FUNCTION Friday 29 December 2023 Medley Stableford: Brushbox Course Overall, winners 1 Barry Leo (18) 43 2 Murray Atkins (9) 42 3 Sharon Barned (47) 41 4 Lochlan Stewart (12) 40 C/B 5 Stephen Barrett (28) 40 C/B 6 Tim Schafer (34) 40 7 Elio Mislov (15) 39 C/B 8 Sue Conrades (32) 39 C/B 9 Norma Smith (26) 39 10 Frank Mahoney (23) 38 C/B Saturday 30 December 2023 Men’s Stableford: Brush Course A1 Craig Burrows (14) 37 C/B A2 Michael McCaw (13) 37 A3 Stephen Lantry (14) 36 C/B B1 Paul Cale (18) 39 B2 Stephen Rigby (18) 37 C/B B3 Ian Sandy (23) 37 C1 John Geoghegan (36) 41 C2 Kim Mathwin (25) 39 C3 Neil Goudge (28) 37 Men’s Stableford: Xmas Bush Course A1 Robert Castle (13) 43 A2 Scott Quinn (7) 42 A3 John Rowland (12) 39 B1 Leigh Wakeling (23) 44 B2 Danny Marmo (19) 38 C/B B3 Keith Bryars (18) 38 C1 Bradley Foley (29) 44

C2 Jeffery Warton (24) 40 C3 Peter Lakeman (27) 38 Women’s Stableford: Brush Course Overall, Winners: 1 Barbara Frost (14) 34 2 Jeanette McClymont (25) 33 3 Linda Drake (19) 32 C/B Sunday 31 December 2023 Women’s & Men’s Medley: Brushbox Course Overall, Winners: 1 Clifford Fallan (4) 40 2 Sandra McCaw (23) 38c/b 3 Harvey Payne (8) 38c/b 4 Peter Gibson (6) 38c/b 5 James Eaton (22) 38c/b 6 Bob Kew (14) 38 Monday 1 January 2024 Medley Competition Gymea Lily Course Overall, Winners: 1 Reece Clancy (25) 40 2 Barbara Frost (15) 37 Tuesday 2 January 2024 Medley Stableford Brushbox Course Overall winners. A1 Colleen Beattie ((21) 40 A2 Linda Drake (20) 39 A3 Sharon Dunn (17) 37 c/b B1 Marg Reimer (29) 38 B2 Barbara Clark (27) 37 B3 Glenda McCaw (30) 36 C1 Lesley Palagy (44) 39c/b C2 Carolyn Colley (36) 39 C3 Patricia Hawkins (34) 38 c/b Men’s Stableford:

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Tilligerry Social Golf 29/12/23 OUTRIGHT winner. Brian Riddell. 41 Runner up. Kel Dorney. 38 c/b Bonus points winner. Blake Dillon. 38 Runner up. Bob West. 36 c/b Ball winners. Bill McMaster. 36 Greg Hinton 35 Ron McKay. 34 Bradman Award. Hugh Potts.

D&C4th. A. John Clayton. B. Blake Dillon D&C7th. A. Ron McKay. B. Blake Dillon Money hole. A. Ron McKay There were 11 starters today. Congratulations to all the winners. Welcome to a new member Blake Dillon hope you enjoyed your game. New players always

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welcome be at the Golf Club 7am Fridays for 7.30am start. Next game 5/1/24 Single Stableford Eclectic. 5/1/24 Outright winner. Bob West. 32 Runner Up. Hugh Potts. 30 Bonus Points winner. Bryan Porter. 29 c/b Runner Up. Peter Couvaras. 29 Ball winners. Wendy Couvaras.27

q Port Stephens Pythons trump card Shawn Davies shone with bat and ball in a big win over Warners Bay last weekend in the Newcastle Suburban Cricket Division One competition. He is pictured receiving the club’s 2022-23 President’s Award from former Australian international quick Nathan Bracken. Old Boys – smashing 54 off 59 balls with seven boundaries and grabbing 4-42 off eight overs in a superb display. Meanwhile Cardiff-Boolaroo snapped Waterboard’s unbeaten streak in Division One with a thrilling five run victory in a low scoring fixture. Praveen Kumar Disari top scored with 21 as Cardiff-Boolaroo compiled a meagre total of 75 after Wests paceman Bradley Richardson snared the remarkable figures of 6-11 off Xmas Bush Course A1 John Perez (24) 44 A2 Mark Colley (23) 38 A3 Julian Williams (13) 34 Women’s 9-hole Stableford A1 Meg Flack (41) 23 A2 Sue Wilson (51) 20 Wednesday 3 January 2024 Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course A1 Graham Allen (12) 42 A2 Wayne Cleaver (13) 38 A3 Michael Hoare (15) 37 c/b B1 Doug Helmrich (18) 39 c/b B2 Keith Bryars (18) 39 c/b B3 Ray Curruthers (20) 39 C1 Danny Clark (28) 40 C2 Lloyd Goodwin (32) 38 C3 Don Jones (35) 36 Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course A1 Trent Mather (13) 39 A2 Ian Warrington (14) 38 c/b A3 David Kirby (6) 38 B1 John O’Shea (23) 41 B2 Peter Miers (20) 40 B3 Danny Marmo (19) 39 C1 John LeBas (26) 42 C2 Nigel Waters (33) 41 C3 John De Ridder (38) 38 c/b Thursday 4 January 2024 Vets Competition, Stableford Winners: 1 Barry Kalousek 20 2 Gavin Thom 18 Women’s Stableford: Brushbox Course A1 Mary Reisch (20) 35 A2 Sharan King (32) 34 A3 Gwenda Bates (30) 33C/B B1 Judy Fisher (39) 40

Ron McKay. 26 Grahame Glover. 26 Kel Dorney. 26 Ed Martin. 24 Bradman Award. John McDonald D&C4th. A. Brian Riddell. B. Colin Marsden D&C7th. A. Ed Martin. B. Kel Dorney Money hole. A. John McDonald Lucky number 19. Ron Dews There were 14 starters. Congratulations to all the winners. Next game 12/1/24 Single Stableford.

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thirty six deliveries. In reply the Waterboard fell agonisingly short of their target when dismissed for 70 with fine bowling efforts from Shafiq Syed (420 off eight), Muhammad Umar (319 off seven) and Viral Mehta (2-17 off seven). Wests duo Matt Hiriart (21) and Nick Dimmers (20) were the only batsmen to reach double figures and kept their side in the hunt with a fifth wicket stand of 41 after the Waterboard were reeling at 4-7. B2 Ros Metham (45) 38 B3 Julie-Ann Taylor (39) 35C/B Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course 1 Steven Brown (11) 36 2 John Townsend (24) 33 3 Mark Colley (23) 31 Friday 5 January 2024 Men’s Stableford: Gymea Lily Course Overall, winners 1 John Mudie (20) 42 2 Lachlan Pearson (26) 41 3 Lochlan Stewart (12) 40/b Saturday 6 January 2024 Men’s Stableford: Xmas Bush Courses A1 Max Pride (10) 41 A2 Mitchell Ingle (14) 40c/b A3 James Marshall (6) 40 B1 Lachlan Pearson (23) 40 c/b B2 Nev Stanfield (18) 40 B3 Ross Lalor (18) 39c/b C1 Wal Reisch (36) 45 C2 Richard Graystone (27) 43 C3 Bradley Foley (26) 36 Men’s Stableford : Gymea Course A1 Kenneth Oberman (14) 41c/b A2 Troy Guthrie (10) 41 A3 David Hogan (6) 38c/b B1 Brett Allman (17) 42 B2 Michael Day (19) 37 B3 Dan Unthank (23) 36c/b C1 Les Williams (28) 38 C2 Doug Rowse (27) 36 C3 Mick Regan (26) 35 Women’s Stableford: Christmas Course Overall, Winner: 1 Linda Drake (20) 32

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SATURDAY 30th Dec. Stableford. A Grade 1. Matthew Gurr 43 2. Gregory Harding 41 3. Dek Collins 39 B Grade 1. Nathan Wallace 39C/B 2. Ross Picot 39 3. David Rowe 38 C Grade 1. Ken Blundell 37 2. John Robson 36C/B 3. Ray Harding 36

Pro Pin Mark Sullivan Wednesday 3rd Jan. Stableford. A Grade 1. Aaron Marsh 40 2. Mathew Dorney 39 3. Adam Baxter 38 B Grade 1. John Backes 38 2. Peter Sanderson36 3. Leigh Clark 35 C Grade 1. Ray Harding 40 2. Ross Bartlett 39 3. Andrew Adam 36 Pro Pin Raymond Winsor

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International recognition for Raymond Terrace martial arts guru Bob King q Respected Port Stephens karate mentor Bob King has devoted a lifetime to self defence training and awareness.

By Chris KARAS A LIFETIME passion for martial arts has reaped many rewards for decorated Raymond Terrace karate instructor Bob King. Self defence and durability are synonymous with the super fit master who has taught martial arts to adults and children in the Port Stephens region for over 30 years. The 62-year-old King is a long time mentor in the art of Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu (KU) – a classical method of responding to "habitual acts of physical violence" by utilising punches, kicks, throws, joint manipulations, strangles, pressure point strikes and ground fighting. Bob is the Head Instructor (Shibucho) for Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu in NSW and late last year travelled to Okinawa in Japan – the birthplace of karate – with several of his Raymond Terrace students for an international training camp. During his stay King was awarded the KU rank of 7th Dan, Shihan; Aiki Kenpo Jujutsu 5th Dan and Yamane Ryu 2nd Dan by the accomplished Hanshi Patrick McCarthy, 10th Dan. It was a proud moment for the evergreen instructor who has built a strong rapport over the years with past and present pupils. The experienced King told News Of The Area that Koryu Uchinadi training prepares the student for dealing with unwarranted acts of aggression in the real world. “At the same time the methods used to achieve this, and the code of conduct adhered to by the school, conditions the body, cultivates the mind and nurtures the spirit,” he exclaimed. King began martial arts training in Brisbane as a nine-year-old back in

Tanilba Veteran Golfers By Ian WILLIAMS

TANILBA VETERAN GOLFERS (50+ yrs) Day/Date: Tuesday 2nd January '24 Time, 7.00 Registration, 8.00 Tee Time. Event 9 hole Novelty 3 x 3 x 3 Stableford Team Event. 1st three holes is 4BBB, 2nd three holes is Stableford multiplier, 3rd three holes is

stableford Aggregate Player No. 19 Front Nine: Nett Winners: Phil Germon and Barry Sampson 29 pts Runners up: Bob Foster and Mark Mullholland 26 pts. Ball Competition: All players won new balls. N.T.P. A Grade Winners: Not played

B Grade Winners: Not played Drive & Chip. A Grade Winners: Not played B Grade Winners: Not played Back Nine: Nett Winners: Max Harrison and Joe Croci 24 pts Runners up: Steve Robards and Ray Stubbs 22 pts. Ball Competition: All players won new balls

N.T.P. A Grade Winners: Not played B Grade Winners: Not played Drive & Chip. A Grade Winners: Not played B Grade Winners: Not played. Lucky Score: A score of 6 on the 2nd hole. Won by Bob Foster Barry Sampson Rob McKinney Grahame Glover. Next Week: Our summer comp continues throughout January and does not

Port Stephens Veteran Golfers By Gary WATT

RESULTS from a stableford competition played at Tanilba Bay Golf Club on Monday, 1st January 2024 with

23 players Nett Winner : Ian Dean, 42pts. Nett Runner Up : Kel Dorney, 41pts. Bonus Point Winner : Fred Rimoni, 38pts,

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c/b Bonus Point Runner Up : Bill McMaster, 38pts, c/b Nearest the Pin, 4th Hole, :

Div 1 : John Clayton. Div 2 : No Winner. Nearest the Pin, 11th Hole, : Div 1 : Bob McKeand. Div 2 : Kel Dorney. Drive & Chip, 7th

contribute to annual tournament calculations. Next week, 9th Jan, will be a team event, 2BBB. Members are reminded and encouraged to sign up for our interclub competition with Beresfield Vets, 1st round to be played on the 27th Feb. Come along and enjoy a relaxing 9 hole competition, all members and visitors are very welcome and are invited to join or renew TVGA membership during January and February.

Hole, : Div 1 : John Clayton. Div 2 : Greg Garvin. Drive & Chip, 18th Hole, Div 1 : John Clayton. Div 2 : Bryan Porter. Ball Winners : Bill Osborne 38pts, Roger Groves 36pts,

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1970, studying judo with two Australian representative instructors for nearly ten years When Bob’s family moved to Sydney he joined the Castle Hill Judo Club at the age of 14 and also combined his other sporting love of Australian Rules Football while a student at Baulkham Hills High School. King was a promising AFL ruck rover with the Pennant Hills club before relocating to Bateau Bay on the NSW Central Coast, where he started training in Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu under Sifu Paul Paki and was awarded the equivalent of a black belt after four years. During this period, Bob also trained in Zen Do Kai Karate, achieving the rank of Brown belt, 1st kyu. He later moved to Medowie in his late twenties and began training in Kyokushin Kai Karate - progressing to the rank of Shodan and being awarded an instructor rank. King first opened a school in 1992, teaching classes at the Raymond Terrace squash courts and Medowie Community Hall. After meeting Hanshi McCarthy in 1996, he joined the International Karate Research Society and began training and teaching Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu, Aiki Kenpo Jujitsu and Yamane Ryu Kobudo (weapons) as a direct student of the legendary McCarthy. The martial arts stalwart has been teaching and training in this system for the past 27 years. “During this time I competed in Koshiki full contact tournaments along with many of my students at state and national level,” Bob reflected. “Two of my students competed at international level a number of times and I became an internationally ranked judge and referee in this competition system and NSW President for a couple of years,” he added. Bob describes the discipline of martial arts as “rewarding”. “My students and I are constantly learning and always strive to maintain a positive mindset,” he revealed.

Lester Lake 36pts, Ralph Brown 36pts, Greg Garvin 36pts, Graham Woolley 35pts, Frank Vandruten 35pts, and Bob McKeand 35pts. Lucky Draw Prize Winner : Ian Dean.

The Tanilba Vets recognise and acknowledge the service of current and exmembers of the Australian Defence Forces (ADF) and as such, do not charge joining or membership fee for these veterans. Q: Why are married women heavier than single women? A: When single women come home they go to see what's in the fridge then go to bed. A married woman comes home, sees what's in bed then goes to the fridge Next weeks game is at Tanilba Bay Golf Club with a 7:30am start. Visitors are welcome any Monday, please ring Gary Watt on 49814536 for starting times.

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CHAISE Lounge Timber, painted white Era 1890s. $100 0418 950 995 F071223

COFFEE Table Mahogany. 4ft. $50 0493 777 707 F071223

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

Start end January/Early February. No experience required, just need to have a good attitude, be reliable and keen to learn.. Own transport required. Possible full time position available to the right person. Please contact Chris or Kevin for more details - 02 49972045

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ST Phillips uniforms boys Blazer size 24 $50. Boys summer shirts sizes 18, 20 & 22 $10 each Ph 0415 353 798 F260123

MASSAGELD Table SO267 152 $100. 0407 FRIDGE/FREEZER in good working cond Hisense, 350L $150 Photos available. Hawks Nest. 0419 444 119

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GARAGE fridge $85, in good order. 4982 8689 F141223

GOLF or Shopping Scooter, 4 wheel drive 2sp Lotus Blake Tycoon AZ36. Can be fully disassembled $2,750 ono. 4997 0435 Re111123

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

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

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MUSIC 50’s - 90’s CDs and vinyl 45’s various compilations plus single artists. 02 4966 5000 NEW Mahogany side tables. $100each 0493 777 707

NISSAN X-Trail 2014 ST-L Auto, 30 June 24 Rego CTR27J D Llogbook 187,000km SO serviced, OEM towbar Surplus to requirement owner just retired. Make an offer. 0407 461 334 e141223

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LOUNGE suite, leather 1 by 3 seater (2 recliners) 2 by single seater (2 recliners), GC, Tea Gardens, $100 ono Lee 0408 881 943

SUN Shelter, Life! Auto breeze. 2.1mW x 2.1mD x 1.6mH. 50+ UPF protection $12 Ph: 4982 8628

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A funeral service for Gladys will be held on Friday, 12th January 2024 at 10.30am at Pettigrew Mayfield, 7 Murray Dwyer Crt Mayfield. A morning tea will follow.

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

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Positions Vacant

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

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Please advise if attending the Mayfield service for catering purposes. Phone Lee 0435 770 067

EXTENSION Cord 25 metres 10 Amps $25 4919 8277 Tea Gardens

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

GYM style treadmill $140. 0425 289 167 Re280324

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GOOD antique Queen Anne dressing table with mirror $60 Ph 0429 601 039

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HOLDEN Astra car rim and tire tubeless steel belted radial. Size 205 / 55R16 $70 ono. Ph 4981 7523 HOLDEN racing team shirt from early 2020’s Red with insignias of Dunlop, Holden and Coca Cola. Large. $10 4981 7523. F231123

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NISSAN GQ Parts: New hub seals, oil and water pump, and more. Ph 4982 8689 F231123

NURSES shoes size 8 ladies, worn once $70ono 0413 401 589

HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable Computer shelving $60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155 F201022

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TOYOTA Starlet 1997 5D. Exc runner (no repairs). Long distance travel only. 325,367kms LDEngine SO 1332CC. capacity Rego 10/03/24 QSQ210. Selling due to move. $2,999 Ph: 0408 961 530 e040124

Boats TINNY 3.1m car topper 8HP Merc. Gal. Folding LD trailer. Good SO condition No Rego. $2800 ono Ph 0427 224 744 ReS230923

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OFFICE chair, adjustable height & arm and reclines. Exc cond. $50 0493 777 707 F220623

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

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

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

PORTABLE clothesline GC, $25. 0413 023 296 F091221

RAIL Corp Wall telephones and desktop push buttom phone 90’s Nokia Mobile 6300 in box, charger and manual 00’s. Samsung mobile and charger 00’s. 2 x Motorola units, chargers with info 90’s. Cheap best offers 4981 7523

Caravans 2016 Retreat Brampton 22’. Single beds, 2 solar panels, sat dish, gas heater, many extras $70,000 ono. Reg till Nov 2023. TR76FN. Contact 0415 359 809 Re281223

CAMPERVAN Old style manual pop-up with canvas ends. Sleeps 4 Waterproof & screened Gas stove top and griller Water tank. Waeco fridge and electrical connection $2500 ono. 0427400730 e010224

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With a walloping punch of nostalgia and a keen fondness for scenes involving super-fit folks running around in campy, tight leotards with hair that’s been sprayed and preened to an inch of its life, there’s an unmistakably over-the-top and fun vibe for this revamped take on the classic ’90s show. Before you file it under “all a bit too much”, this competition is weighted down by the presence of expert, sports-mad hosts: former champion netballer Liz Ellis and former NRL player Beau Ryan. Kicking off around the same time as its British counterpart, the action sees everyday Aussies take on the in-house gladiators in a series of iconic events. Brace yourself for this theatrical show of strength.

A high-octane, headsplattering turn from Ted Lasso’s Juno Temple as wideeyed, doll-like housewife Dot – who knows her shotguns from her machine guns – has propelled this mysterious season. The allure of Mad Men’s Jon Hamm, with piercings, a deadly sense of loyalty and a freewheeling take on the law, has only added to the weird intrigue. This arresting mix of characters, including Jennifer Jason Leigh as a pouty, well-heeled mother-in-law to be reckoned with, is the bread and butter of Noah Hawley’s eccentric murder-stained thriller. In tonight’s season finale, Dot prepares biscuits amid her fight for survival. Tune in to find out how this cookie crumbles.

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THE SCOTTISH ISLAND THAT WON THE LOTTERY

SBS, 7.30pm

In this feel-good doco, we find out how a tiny community deals with winning a fortune. The hardworking, selfsufficient people of North Uist, numbering around 1500, lead a simple, contented life. When 101 islanders won a share in a £3 million (almost A$6 million) lottery windfall, the difficult bit was working out what they should probably spend it on. This isn’t a rags to riches or decadent consumerism tale, but rather a heartwarming peek at a community, which is already pretty happy with their lot, but a breadmaker or a mobile phone might be nice.

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FRIDAY, January 12 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Searching For Superhuman. (Final, PG, R) 7.00 News. 9.30 News. 10.00 The Chemical World. (PG, R) 11.00 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (Mav, R) 2.30 Silent Witness. (PGa, R) 3.30 Tenable. (R) 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.15 Love Your Garden.

6.00 DW English News. 6.30 Al Jazeera. 7.00 BBC News At Six. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 10.30 BBC News At Ten. 11.00 Tennis. Kooyong Classic. Day 3. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 6. Highlights.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Darrow And Darrow: Body Of Evidence. (2018, PGav, R) 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. (PG, R) 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Waiting For The Light. (1990, PGal, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Yes Experiment. (al, R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (PG, R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (Final, R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (PGl, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 2.00 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. (R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads: The Greengrocer, Queensland. (R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day. 7.30 Monty Don’s American Gardens. (R) Part 2 of 3. 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mav, R) Part 1 of 4. Barnaby investigates when a survivalist is found murdered in his bombproof shelter. 10.00 Australia’s Open. (Ml, R) Part 1 of 2. 10.55 Life. (Final, Ml, R) 11.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 12.40 Tenable. (R) 1.30 Wakefield. (Mls, R) 2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Scottish Island That Won The Lottery. (PG) 8.25 The Mayfair Hotel Megabuild. (R) 9.35 Sex: A Bonkers History. (Premiere) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 L’Opera. (Mlns) 12.10 Sisi. (MA15+s) 3.05 Nine Perfect Strangers. (Mdlsv, R) 3.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 34. Sydney Sixers v Sydney Thunder. From the SCG. 11.00 MOVIE: Victor Frankenstein. (2015, Mah, R) A former circus hunchback goes to work for a medical student seeking to create life. Daniel Radcliffe, James McAvoy, Jessica Brown Findlay. 1.15 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 1. Highlights. 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Three contestants go head to head in a test of brain power for the chance to win $1 million. 5.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 For The Love Of Pets. (PGm) 8.30 MOVIE: My Sister’s Keeper. (2009, Mal, R) A girl sues her parents for medical emancipation. Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin. 10.45 MOVIE: Gifted. (2017, Ml, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.35 Pointless. (PG, R) 2.30 Destination WA. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Cross Court. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGl) Guests include Dominic West. 8.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGs, R) Dog trainer Graeme Hall tries to help a dog with a barking problem. 9.30 Fire Country. (PGav, R) Seeking redemption and a reduced prison sentence, a convict joins a regional firefighting program. 10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PGa, R) 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MOVIE: Whiplash. (2014, MA15+) 10.15 The Story Of Film: A New Generation. 11.35 Would I Lie To You? 12.10am QI. 12.40 Killing Eve. 1.25 Back. 1.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 3.25 ABC News Update. 3.30 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 12.05pm The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 2.50 VICE Sports. 3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.25 Sex Actually With Alice Levine. 10.20 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. 11.10 Miniseries: The Sister. 12.05am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 A Moveable Feast. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Animal SOS Australia. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 World’s Greatest Cities. 12.30pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 5. Semi-finals. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.00 Tennis. Adelaide International. Night 5. Semi-finals. 11.00 MOVIE: Ronin. (1998, M) 1.30am MOVIE: Bad Boys. (1983, MA15+) 3.30 My Favorite Martian. 4.00 Seaway. 5.00 Animal Tales.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 11. Western United v Melbourne City. Highlights. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 JAG. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Grey Fox. Continued. (1982, PG) 6.40 A Monster In Paris. (2011, French) 8.20 The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 10.15 Wild Target. (2010, M) 12.05pm In My Country. (2004, M) 2.00 Babette’s Feast. (1987, PG, Danish) 4.00 Emu Runner. (2018, PG) 5.50 Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story. (2021, PG) 7.30 The Power Of One. (1992, M) 9.50 The Big Short. (2015, M) 12.15am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 Blokesworld. 10.30 American Pickers. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 1. 3pm Timbersports. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Spider-Man 2. (2004, M) 10.10 MOVIE: Dracula Untold. (2014, M) 12.10am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 MOVIE: Pokémon Ranger And The Temple Of The Sea. (2006) 1pm Bewitched. 1.30 Raymond. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Children’s Programs. 5.40 MOVIE: Uptown Girls. (2003, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Crazy, Stupid, Love. (2011, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Horrible Bosses. (2011, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2.15pm Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Taste Of The Territory. 6.00 NITV News: Summer Yarns. 6.10 Bamay. 6.40 Kenya Wildlife Diaries. 7.30 Enchanted Kingdom. 9.10 MOVIE: Meet Dave. (2008) 10.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 News. 9.30 News. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.30 News. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 The Rita Panahi Show. 8.00 Royal Report. 8.30 What Really Happened In Wuhan. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 News. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat Please Note: Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the Networks.

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NEWS OF THE AREA

SATURDAY, January 13 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

ON THE Box NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Keeping Faith. (Mal, R) 1.30 Darby And Joan. (PGa, R) 2.15 MOVIE: Hook. (1991, PG, R) 4.30 Grand Designs Transformations. (PG, R) 5.30 The Search For The Palace Letters. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 The World From Above. (R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (PG, R) 11.00 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Surf Life Saving. Iron Series Maroubra. Round 3. 3.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 6 Continued. H’lights.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday, January Cup Day and VRC Standish Handicap Race Day. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (R) 12.30 Mr Mayor. (PGs, R) 1.00 Bondi Vet. (PGm, R) 2.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGam, R) 3.00 MOVIE: H Is For Happiness. (2019, PGal) 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 The Chef’s Garden. (PGl, R) 11.30 All 4 Adventure. (PGl, R) 12.30 The Yes Experiment. 1.00 GCBC. (R) 1.30 Exploring Off The Grid. (R) 2.00 Healthy Homes. (R) 2.30 Luca’s Key Ingredient. (R) 3.00 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. (PG, R) 4.00 My Market Kitchen. (PGl) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 5.00 News.

6.30 Back Roads: Brunswick Heads, NSW. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day. 7.30 Darby And Joan. (PG) When Jack helps recover some stolen guns, he and Joan learn there is more to the robbery than it first appeared. 8.20 Vera. (Ma, R) Part 4 of 4. The body of a missing teen is discovered buried on the moors by surveyors. 9.50 The Capture. (Mlv, R) Carey closes in on the truth. 10.50 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Michael Parkinson. 11.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Secrets Of Britain’s Historic Houses & Gardens. (PGadw) 8.40 Spain’s Atlantic Train. 9.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 10.25 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PG, R) 11.15 Miniseries: Bonnie And Clyde. (MA15+asv, R) 1.40 MOVIE: Fight Club. (1999, MA15+ansv, R) 4.05 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) Follows New Zealand border officials. 7.30 MOVIE: Grown Ups 2. (2013, PGlnsv, R) A man moves back to his home town. Adam Sandler, Kevin James. 9.30 MOVIE: True Lies. (1994, Mlsv, R) A secret agent’s wife is caught up in his latest mission as he battles a terrorist group. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jamie Lee Curtis. 12.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 2. Highlights. 1.30 12 Monkeys. (MA15+av, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Garden Hustle. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) 10.40 MOVIE: Crazy, Stupid, Love. (2011, Mls, R) 12.50 9Honey: He Said She Said. (PGa, R) 1.00 World’s Greatest Cities. (PGa, R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands Summer Series. (PG)

6.00 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. (R) Jamie Oliver whips up budget recipes. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) The lifeguards must perform CPR after Jessie rescues an American tourist from relatively calm waters. 7.30 MOVIE: Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins. (2021, Malv) A martial artist joins the battle against a terrorist group called Cobra. Henry Golding, Samara Weaving, Andrew Koji. 10.00 Soccer. AFC Asian Cup. Group stage. Australia v India. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Authentic. (PG) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Melbourne Comedy Festival Allstars Supershow. 10.35 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 11.20 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. 12.05am State Of The Union. 12.30 MythBusters. 1.20 Portlandia. 2.05 Black Mirror. 3.00 ABC News Update. 3.05 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. Noon The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 2.30 The Tailings. 2.45 WorldWatch. 4.45 Asia’s Next Top Model. 5.45 Australia In Colour. 6.40 The Toys That Built The World. 7.30 Building The Ultimate. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: James Bond. (Premiere) 10.20 Letterkenny. 11.20 Fear The Walking Dead. 1.10am The X-Files. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 1pm Escape To The Perfect Town. 2.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Extreme Animal Transport. 5.30 Horse Racing. Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday, January Cup Day and VRC Standish Handicap Race Day. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet In Autumn. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Thunderbirds. 6.30 Adventures In Rainbow Country. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 Gideon’s Way. 8.30 Tomorrow’s World. 9.00 Turning Point With Dr David Jeremiah. 9.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 To Be Advised. 2.30pm Tennis. Adelaide International. Day 6. Finals. 6.00 Tennis. Adelaide International. Night 6. Finals. 9.00 To Be Advised. 2am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 10.30 All 4 Adventure. 11.30 Diagnosis Murder. 12.30pm Luxury Escapes. 1.00 Jake And The Fatman. 2.00 Reel Action. 2.30 JAG. 4.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 12. Central Coast Mariners v Melbourne Victory. 7.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 12. Adelaide United v Sydney FC. 10.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.00 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story. (2021, PG) 7.40 Babette’s Feast. (1987, PG, Danish) 9.40 It’s All About Karma. (2017, PG, Italian) 11.20 Stockholm. (2018) 1.10pm Infinite Storm. (2022, M) 3.00 The Grey Fox. (1982, PG) 4.40 Asterix And Obelix: Mission Cleopatra. (2002, PG, French) 6.35 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 8.30 Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 10.50 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 American Pickers. 11.00 Pawn Stars. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 2. 3.30pm Blokesworld. 4.00 Supercar Customiser: Yianni. 5.00 Storage Wars: NY. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. 8.30 Disasters At Sea. 9.30 Mighty Trains. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.40pm MOVIE: Maya The Bee 3: The Golden Orb. (2021) 3.20 MOVIE: The Black Stallion Returns. (1983) 5.20 MOVIE: Step Up. (2006, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Knight And Day. (2010, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Horrible Bosses 2. (2014, MA15+) Midnight Medium. 2.00 FIA World Endurance Championship: End Of Season Review. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge. 4.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2.15pm Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 2.25 MOVIE: Emu Runner. (2018, PG) 4.00 Bamay. 4.30 Private Elvis. 5.45 Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 5.50 NITV News: Summer Yarns. 6.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi. 6.30 The Barber. 7.00 Family Rules. 7.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. 8.30 Joan Armatrading: Live At The Asylum Chapel. 10.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Gameday Live. 10.00 Weekend Live. 11.00 Weekend Live. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00 Weekend Live. 2.00 Your ABC Exposed. 3.00 Weekend Live. 4.00 News. 4.30 News. 5.00 Weekend Live. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 The Rita Panahi Show. 8.00 Royal Report. 8.30 Youth Crime & Punishment. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, January 14 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline Summer. (R) 1.00 New Leash On Life. (R) 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Dream Gardens. (PG, R) 3.00 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.25 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.55 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG, R) 4.40 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 5.30 The ABC Of. (PG, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 12.55 Nippers. (R) 1.00 Surf Life Saving. Iron Series Maroubra. Round 4. 3.00 Cycling. National Road C’ships. Women’s Elite Road Race. H’lights. 4.00 Cycling. National Road C’ships. Men’s Elite Road Race. H’lights. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stages 1 to 6. H’lights.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Keeping Up With The Joneses. (2016, PGlsv, R) 2.00 Border Patrol. (PG, R) 2.30 The Chase. (R) 3.30 Better Homes. (R) 4.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. News, current affairs and sports. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Hosted by Tony Jones. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 1. 4.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 1.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Charming China. (R) 10.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 11.00 What’s Up Down Under. (PGa, R) 12.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 1.00 Hungry. (R) 1.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 2.00 Cook With Luke. (R) 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 GCBC. (R) 3.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 4.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGl) 5.00 News.

6.00 Grand Designs Transformations. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Muster Dogs. (PG) 8.30 Total Control. (Return, MA15+l) Two years have passed since Paul became PM. 9.30 Miniseries: Best Interests. (Mdl) 10.30 Mystery Road. (Mdlv, R) 11.25 Harrow. (Mav, R) 12.20 The Trial Of Christine Keeler. (Malsv, R) 1.20 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.10 The Durrells. (PG, R) 5.00 Pilgrimage: The Road To Rome. (PG, R)

6.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Asia’s Ancient Civilisations. (PG) 9.20 Tutankhamun: Secrets Of The Toxic Tomb. (PG, R) 10.15 Race For The Sky. (PGa, R) 11.15 Hemingway. (Ma, R) 1.15 24 Hours In Police Custody. (MA15+l, R) 3.05 Child Genius Australia. (R) 4.05 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 37. Sydney Thunder v Adelaide Strikers. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. (R) An investigation into a religious cult recruiting, brainwashing and grooming Australian girls. 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 3. Highlights. 1.00 Bates Motel. (Mav, R) Norma finds herself in a position of power. 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late-night 1. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mamv, R) Reynolds receives a dramatic offer. 1.00 Family Law. (Mas, R) Abby sets out to get justice for a widow. 2.00 #TextMeWhenYouGetHome: Kenia Monge. (MA15+av, R) Investigates cases of women harmed while out alone. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program. 4.30 GolfBarons. (PG, R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) Chappo goes to rescue a father and daughter. 6.30 The Sunday Project. (Return) A look at the day’s news. 7.30 MOVIE: Top Gun: Maverick. (2022, Mlv) An aviator trains a detachment of Top Gun graduates for a mission while confronting the ghosts of his past. Tom Cruise, Miles Teller. 10.05 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation. (2015, Mv, R) A secret agent battles a rogue organisation. Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson. 12.40 The Sunday Project. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Louis Theroux: A Place For Paedophiles. 9.30 You Can’t Ask That. 9.50 Interview With The Vampire. 10.55 Doc Martin. 11.45 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 12.25am Miniseries: The Hollow Crown. 2.20 ABC News Update. 2.25 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 The Wonder Gang. 5.35 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Front Up. Noon Patriot Brains. 12.55 Speedweek. 2.55 Jungletown. 3.45 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 4.15 WorldWatch. 4.45 Every Family Has A Secret. 5.50 Alone Sweden. 6.40 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Billy Connolly: Great American Trail. 9.25 Cracking The Code. 10.25 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Shopping. 9.00 Escape To The Country. 11.00 Extreme Animal Transport. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Women’s. Stage 3. 3pm The Yorkshire Vet In Autumn. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 I Escaped To The Country. 6.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Call The Midwife. 10.30 Extreme Railways. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 6.30 Amazing Facts Presents. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 In Touch Ministries. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey Presents. 9.00 Turning Point With Dr David Jeremiah. 9.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 1. 6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 9.00 All 4 Adventure. 10.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 11.00 Dr Phil. Noon A Million Little Things. 1.00 On The Fly. 1.30 Taste Of Australia: BBQ. 2.00 iFish. 2.30 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 JAG. 4.30 Soccer. A-League Women. Unite Round. Western United v Sydney FC. 7.00 JAG. 8.00 NCIS. 10.50 NCIS: LA. 11.45 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 10.15 The Power Of One. (1992, M) 12.35pm In The Line Of Fire. (1993, M) 3.00 Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story. (2021, PG) 4.40 It’s All About Karma. (2017, PG, Italian) 6.20 Steel Magnolias. (1989, PG) 8.30 Mothering Sunday. (2021, MA15+) 10.30 Under The Tree. (2017, MA15+, Icelandic) 12.10am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am The Fishing Show. 7.00 On The Fly. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 Sound FX: Best Of. 8.30 NFL. NFL. Wild Card Round. Houston Texans v Cleveland Browns. Noon NFL. NFL. Wild Card Round. Kansas City Chiefs v Miami Dolphins. 3.30 Storage Wars. 4.00 Pawn Stars. 5.00 Storage Wars: New York. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: The Patriot. (2000, MA15+) 11.45 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm Rich House, Poor House. 2.30 MOVIE: Problem Child. (1990, PG) 4.05 MOVIE: Mr Mom. (1983, PG) 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 1. 7.00 MOVIE: Jurassic Park. (1993, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: The Lost World: Jurassic Park. (1997, PG) Midnight Medium. 2.00 Rich House, Poor House. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm VICE Sports. 3.00 Marion Jones: Press Pause. 4.00 Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 4.10 Going Places. 5.10 Bamay. 5.40 Kutcha’s Carpool Koorioke. 5.50 NITV News: Summer Yarns. 6.00 Moko. 6.30 Yellowstone. 7.40 Ray Charles At Salle Pleyel. 8.30 MOVIE: 20 Feet From Stardom. (2013, M) 10.05 MOVIE: American History X. (1998, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Weekend Edition. 9.00 News. 9.30 News. 10.00 Weekend Live. 11.00 Weekend Live. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00 Weekend Live. 2.00 Who Murdered Marea? 3.00 Weekend Live. 4.00 News. 4.30 News. 5.00 Weekend Live. 6.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 7.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 8.00 Prince Harry Special. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 News.

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MONDAY, January 15 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

ON THE Box NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Movin’ To The Country. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (Ma, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.15 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 World’s Most Secret Homes. (PG, R) 10.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (R) 11.00 Vienna: Empire, Dynasty And Dream. (PGa, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.05 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (Mav, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 The Supervet. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 7. H’lights.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: You’re Bacon Me Crazy. (2020, PGa) 2.00 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 2. 4.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Roz Kelly.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Yes Experiment. (R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (PGl, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGls, R) 2.00 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. (R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Revenge: Our Dad The Nazi Killer. (Ma) 9.00 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 9.35 Louis Theroux: Transgender Kids. (Man, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 War On Waste. (PG, R) 11.55 Changing Ends. (PG, R) 12.15 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.05 Tenable. (R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.40 The Durrells. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Jonathan Ross’ Myths And Legends. (PGa) 8.25 Isle Of Wight: Jewel Of The South. 9.20 The Secret Life Of Lighthouses. (PG, R) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Blanca. (MA15+a) 11.45 Reyka. (MA15+av, R) 3.40 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (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. (PGa) 7.35 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 38. Melbourne Stars v Hobart Hurricanes. From the MCG. 11.00 Motorway Patrol. (PGal) A motorist is running out of petrol and running from the pump. An officer rescues a kitten from the fast lane. 11.30 Highway Cops. (Ma) A dog lives up to its name. 12.00 Bates Motel. (Mav, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late-night 2. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R) Bloom, Iggy and Reynolds rally around Max. 1.00 Family Law. (Ma, R) Abby and Daniel represent a trans teen. 2.00 Destination Australia: Rottnest Island. (R) Presented by Jo Beth Taylor and Scherri-Lee Biggs. 2.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Explore TV: Norfolk Island. (R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 Gladiators. (Premiere, PGv) Everyday Aussie challengers take on the gladiators in a series of iconic events, as well as brand-new challenges. 8.55 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) The team pursues the suspects responsible for an explosion at an Ohio energy plant. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.20pm Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MythBusters. 9.20 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 10.55 Louis Theroux’s LA Stories. (Final) 11.55 Would I Lie To You? 12.30am QI. 1.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 1.45 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. (Final) 2.30 The Story Of Film: A New Generation. 3.50 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Front Up. 12.05pm The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 2.15 Planet A. 3.05 Most Expensivest. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 Two Weeks To Live. 10.25 Scrubs. 11.25 Hoarders. 12.20am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal SOS Australia. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Last Chance Learners. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Fortitude. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 2. 6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. 11.00 Death In Paradise. Midnight Madam Secretary. 1.00 Manifest. 2.00 Gideon’s Way. 3.00 Skippy. 3.30 Seaway. 4.30 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 All 4 Adventure. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Steel Magnolias. (1989, PG) 8.10 The 400 Blows. (1959, PG, French) 10.00 Motherhood. (2018, M) 11.35 Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 2pm Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 3.55 Asterix: The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014, PG, French) 5.30 Sunflower. (1970, M, Italian) 7.30 Those Happy Years. (2013, M) 9.30 Gotti. (2018, MA15+) 11.35 The Best Offer. (2013, M) 2am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs. Noon NFL. NFL. Wild Card Round. Detroit Lions v Los Angeles Rams. 3.30 Armchair Experts: NFL Edition. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 38. Melbourne Stars v Hobart Hurricanes. 7.35 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Ax Men. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.00 MOVIE: Pokémon: The Rise Of Darkrai. (2007) 12.45pm Children’s Programs. 1.00 Rich House, Poor House. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Kenan. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 2. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Assault On Precinct 13. (2005, MA15+) 10.35 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Stories From The Land. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Volcanic Odysseys. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 MOVIE: Backroads. (1977, MA15+) 10.00 MOVIE: Jason’s Lyric. (1994) 12.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Sky News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 9.30 News. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.30 News. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Chris Kenny Tonight. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 The Late Debate. 10.30 The Late Debate: The Papers. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, January 16 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 10.30 One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PGa, R) 2.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 World’s Most Secret Homes. (R) 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. (PG, R) 10.50 Vienna: Empire, Dynasty And Dream. (PGas, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (Ma, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 The Supervet. (PGa) 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 8. H’lights.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Love At Sky Gardens. (2021, PGa) 2.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 2.30 Coastwatch Oz. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 3. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Tony Jones. 4.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 3.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Neighbours. (PGa, R) 10.00 The Yes Experiment. (PGa, R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (PGl, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 McCartney 3, 2, 1. (Premiere, PG) 9.35 Knowing The Score. (PG, R) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 Revenge: Our Dad The Nazi Killer. (Ma, R) 11.55 Baby Surgeons. (Ma, R) 12.40 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.30 Tenable. (R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.40 The Durrells. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 8.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) 9.25 Brian Cox: How The Other Half Live. (Ml, R) 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Das Boot. (MA15+a) 11.50 Furia. (MA15+av, R) 3.20 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.20 Bamay. (R) 4.45 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 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.35 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 39. Perth Scorchers v Sydney Sixers. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 11.30 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mad, R) Follows the work of an ambulance service. 12.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 1. Highlights. 1.30 Travel Oz. (R) A look at a variety of holiday destinations here and abroad. Hosted by Greg Grainger. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late-night 3. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R) Iggy tries online dating. 1.00 Family Law. (Ma, R) A divorcée needs help. 2.00 #TextMeWhenYouGetHome: Hannah Anderson. (Mav, R) A look at the case of Hannah Anderson. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Explore TV: Norfolk Island. (PG, R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Gladiators. (PGv) Four firefighters take on the gladiators in a series of knockout events for a spot in the quarter-finals. 8.50 NCIS. (Mv, R) The NCIS team investigates a US Navy lieutenant who is accused of trying to murder her husband. 9.50 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv, R) Sam’s friend Tom Olsen finds himself being hunted down by enemies from his past. 10.50 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.50 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Bliss. 9.00 Rosehaven. 9.30 Portlandia. 10.15 State Of The Union. 10.40 Back. 11.05 Would I Lie To You? 11.35 MOVIE: Whiplash. (2014, MA15+) 1.20am ABC News Update. 1.25 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 12.05pm The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Dark Side Of The 2000s. 9.25 Stone Cold Takes On America. (Premiere) 10.15 Hudson & Rex. 11.55 Box 21. 12.50am Future Man. 1.25 Hate Thy Neighbour. 2.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Room For Improvement. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 10.30 Better Homes. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 1. 4pm Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 3. 6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 3. 11.00 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 1am Madam Secretary. 2.00 Manifest. 3.00 Skippy. 3.30 Seaway. 4.30 My Favorite Martian. 5.00 Animal Tales.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 9.25 FBI: International. 10.20 SEAL Team. 11.15 48 Hours. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Hit The Road. (2021, PG, Farsi) 8.20 Amanda. (2018, PG, French) 10.20 Rumble In The Bronx. (1995, M, Cantonese) Noon The Best Offer. (2013, M) 2.25 Steel Magnolias. (1989, PG) 4.35 The Kid. (1921, PG) 5.40 Toast. (2010, PG) 7.30 Madre. (2019, M, French) 9.55 Papillon. (1973, MA15+) 12.40am Sophie’s Choice. (1982, MA15+) 3.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 American Pickers. 11.00 Pawn Stars. 11.30 Sound FX: Best Of. Noon NFL. NFL. Wild Card Round. Tampa Bay Buccaneers v Philadelphia Eagles. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.35 Storage Wars. 5.05 American Restoration. 5.35 American Pickers. 6.35 Pawn Stars. 7.35 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 10.30 Ice Road Truckers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Motor Racing. Formula E. Mexico City ePrix. H’lights. 1.00 Surfing Australia TV. 1.30 The Nanny. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 3. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Toy Soldiers. (1991, M) 10.45 Seinfeld. 11.45 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Going Places. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Stories From The Land. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Volcanic Odysseys. 7.30 Larapinta. 8.30 MOVIE: Gurrumul. (2017, MA15+) 10.15 To The Ends Of The Earth. 11.40 Late Programs.

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Raymond Terrace legend Lee Schraner chasing second World Bowls FROM Page 32 He is the only Australian bowler ever in history to have more world level medals than official games played for his country. Lee has represented Australia at Under 25 level and Open level on

52 occasions, but only one of those matches was an officially capped match. He became the 132nd male to represent Australia in lawn bowls when he led in the pairs for Mark Jacobsen against England in the Battle on the Border at Moama Bowling Club

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from 2004-2013 and 2020, and 91 test matches for Tasmania from 2014– 2019. He has collected an Alley Shield gold medal, a best performed rink gold medal and eleven Alley Shield silver medals and is a nine time national champion, nine time National Grand

Prix champion and 23 time State champion. Schraner is the only player in history - male or female - to have won the Australian Champion of Champions Singles gold medal four times. He won the Australian Open

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WEDNESDAY, January 17 ABC TV (2)

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TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 First Weapons. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Miniseries: Come Home. (Malsv, R) 1.55 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 2.25 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.55 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 World’s Most Secret Homes. (R) 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 10.50 Vienna: Empire, Dynasty And Dream. (PGas, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (Mav, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 The Supervet. (PGa) 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 9. H’lights.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 1. Morning session. 12.30 The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 1. Afternoon session. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 1. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Today. The latest in news and current affairs. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Reviews, previews, interviews, highlights and opinions from the Australian Open at Melbourne Park. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 4. 4.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 4.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Neighbours. (PGa, R) 10.00 The Yes Experiment. (R) 10.30 GCBC. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (PGl, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.20 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 8.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills. 9.35 Changing Ends. (PG) Alan turns birdwatcher in pursuit of a pelican. 9.55 Miniseries: Best Interests. (Mdl, R) 10.55 ABC Late News. 11.15 Love Your Garden. (R) 12.00 Tenable. (R) 12.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.40 The Durrells. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Dinosaur With Stephen Fry. (PGa, R) 8.25 The Elon Musk Show. (PGa, R) 9.30 Fargo. (Final, MA15+) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 All Those Things We Never Said. (Premiere, Ml) 12.10 Vienna Blood. (Ma, R) 3.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.35 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 40. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. From Sydney Showgrounds Stadium. 11.00 MOVIE: The New Mutants. (2020, Mhlv, R) A group of young mutants is held for psychiatric monitoring in an isolated hospital. Anya Taylor-Joy, Blu Hunt, Maisie Williams. 1.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 2. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late-night 4. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R) There is an explosion at a wedding ceremony. 1.00 Family Law. (Ma, R) The lawyers represent a mail-order bride. 2.00 Destination Australia: Cocos Keeling Island. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Explore TV: Norfolk Island. (PG, R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Gladiators. (PGv) In the third heat, four new contenders take on the gladiators for a spot in the quarter-finals. 8.55 FBI: International. (Return, Mv) The team investigates when an American police detective is murdered in Paris while looking into a US company suspected of selling illegal weapons in France and the Middle East. 10.55 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Doc Martin. 9.20 Interview With The Vampire. 10.05 Killing Eve. 10.50 Would I Lie To You? 11.20 Louis Theroux: A Place For Paedophiles. 12.20am Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.45 Miniseries: The Hollow Crown. 2.40 ABC News Update. 2.45 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 12.10pm The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 2.30 States Of Undress. 3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Reservoir Dogs. (1992, MA15+) 10.25 MOVIE: Dark City. (1998, M) 12.15am The Bad Kids. 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Room For Improvement. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Danger Man. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 4. 6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 4. 11.00 Midsomer Murders. 1.10am Madam Secretary. 2.10 Manifest. 3.05 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 3.30 Seaway. 4.30 My Favorite Martian. 5.00 Animal Tales.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 Hawaii Five-0. 10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.15 Diagnosis Murder. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The 400 Blows. Continued. (1959, PG, French) 6.55 Toast. (2010, PG) 8.45 Asterix: The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014, PG, French) 10.20 Those Happy Years. (2013, M) 12.20pm Sunflower. (1970, M, Italian) 2.20 The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg. (1964, PG, French) 4.05 Hit The Road. (2021, PG, Farsi) 5.50 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.30 The Big Chill. (1983, M) 9.30 Joe Bell. (2020, M) 11.15 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Pawn Stars. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 2. 4pm Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 40. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. 7.35 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. 9.30 Beach Cops. 10.30 Surveillance Oz. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon MOVIE: Pokémon: Giratina And The Sky Warrior. (2008) 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 4. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Lord Of War. (2005, MA15+) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Under The Dome. 1.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Going Places. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Living Black. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Volcanic Odysseys. 7.30 How It Feels To Be Free. 8.35 MOVIE: Quest. (2017, M) 10.25 Bruce Lee: Martial Arts Master. 11.25 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, January 18 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Flyways: The Story Of Migratory Shorebirds. (R) 2.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (R) 3.00 Cook And The Chef. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.15 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.20 World’s Most Secret Homes. (R) 10.15 Paddington Station 24/7. (PG, R) 11.05 Inside The Steam Train Museum. (Premiere) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Tony Robinson: WWII By Drone. (PGavw, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 The Supervet. (PGa) 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 10. H’lights.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 2. Morning session. 12.30 The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 2. Afternoon session. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. First Test. Australia v West Indies. Day 2. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Today. The latest in news, current affairs, sport, politics, entertainment, fashion, health and lifestyle. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. Hosted by Tony Jones. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 5. 4.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 5. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Roz Kelly.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Neighbours. (PGa, R) 10.00 The Yes Experiment. (R) 10.30 GCBC. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 My Market Kitchen. (PGl, R) 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGa, R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs Transformations. 9.00 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (PG) 9.50 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 Finding Alice. (Ml, R) 11.55 Keeping Faith. (Mal, R) 12.55 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.40 Tenable. (R) 2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.40 The Durrells. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Julia Bradbury’s Irish Journey. (PGa) 8.30 The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor: Intruders. (PG, R) Part 3 of 5. 9.25 Culprits. (MA15+) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 A Class Apart. (MA15+l) 11.40 Pandore. (Mals, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Animals Aboard With Dr Harry. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: The Sapphires. (2012, PGalsv, R) Four singers learn about love, friendship and war. Miranda Tapsell, Deborah Mailman. 10.40 MOVIE: The Eyes Of Tammy Faye. (2021, Mads) 1.25 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 3. Highlights. 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 5. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Late-night 5. 12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mams, R) Max mandates a personal health day. 1.00 Family Law. (Ma, R) The firm represents a widow. 2.00 Destination Australia: Christmas Island. (R) Presented by Trevor Cochrane. 2.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program. 4.30 Explore TV: Norfolk Island. (R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 The Dog Hospital With Graeme Hall. Part 1 of 4. Graeme Hall goes behind the scenes at Willows, a veterinary hospital in Solihull, England. 8.35 To Be Advised. 10.00 Soccer. AFC Asian Cup. Group stage. Australia v Syria. From Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar. 1.00 Blue Bloods. (Mv, R) Erin hires an image consultant. 2.00 The Project. (R) 3.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 4.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Hard Quiz. 9.00 Gruen. 9.40 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 10.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 10.40 Bliss. 11.10 Would I Lie To You? 11.40 Black Mirror. 12.35am Louis Theroux’s LA Stories. 1.35 Close. 5.00 Clangers. 5.10 Kiddets. 5.25 The Wonder Gang. 5.35 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Front Up. 12.10pm The Tailings. 12.20 The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. (Return) 10.10 Loot: Blood Treasure. Midnight Dark Side Of Comedy. 12.55 F*ck, That’s Delicious. 1.25 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Room For Improvement. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.40 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.40 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Danger Man. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 5. 6pm Tennis. Australian Open. Night 5. 11.00 Poirot. 1.10am Snapped. 2.05 Manifest. 3.05 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 3.30 Seaway. 4.30 My Favorite Martian. 5.00 Animal Tales.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 12. Central Coast Mariners v Melbourne Victory. Highlights. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: New Orleans. 10.20 Evil. 11.20 48 Hours. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Paris Can Wait. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.30 The Kid. (1921, PG) 8.30 The Mouse That Roared. (1959) 10.05 Kodachrome. (2017, M) Noon Bellbird. (2019, M) 1.50 Toast. (2010, PG) 3.40 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 5.25 Diana. (2013, PG) 7.30 Radioactive. (2019, M) 9.35 Recon. (2019, MA15+) 11.25 Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk. (2016, MA15+) 1.30am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am The Fishing Show. 7.00 On The Fly. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 A Football Life. 9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 American Pickers. 11.00 Pawn Stars. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 3. 4pm Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. 8.30 MOVIE: Anger Management. (2003, M) 10.40 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon MOVIE: Pokémon: Arceus And The Jewel Of Life. (2009) 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 Full House. 3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 Tennis. Austn Open. Afternoon 5. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Hot Fuzz. (2007, MA15+) 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Under The Dome. 1.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Stories From The Land. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Volcanic Odysseys. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. 8.30 Crocodile Dreaming. 9.05 MOVIE: Born To Dance. (2015, PG) 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

s Champion of Champions singles crown Pairs in 2011, Australian Fours gold in 2019 and Australian Pairs gold in 2020 with his other two national titles achieved at the 2017 Australian Masters Games where he won gold in the pairs and triples. At State level, Schraner has won the Champion of Champions

Singles eight times, Open Singles three times, Open Pairs three times, Champion of Champions Pairs once, Open Triples twice and Open Fours twice. He was also a three time winner of the Under 30 Singles in Victoria in 2001, 2003 and 2005 as

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well as a State Schools champion in 1997. An amazing record for an amazing lawn bowler.

q Flashback: Raymond Terrace lawn bowler Lee Schraner with Wodonga’s Kylie Whitehead after winning their maiden World Champion of Champions Singles titles in Adelaide back in 2017.

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q Port Stephens lawn bowls legend Lee Schraner (left) with Matt Baus after their 2023 NSW State Champion of Champions Pairs triumph.

RAYMOND Terrace lawn bowls legend Lee Schraner is gunning for another world championship title. The 41-year-old Port Stephens maestro has set his sights on capturing gold at this year’s World Bowls Champion of Champions Singles tournament to be staged in Auckland during November. Schraner hopes to turn the clock back five years and collect a second men's world championship after clinching a fourth national singles title last October in Western Australia. The decorated Jackaroo was crowned the world’s best lawn bowler when he toppled Hong Kong’s Tony Cheung in the 2019 World Champion of Champions Men's Singles Final in Adelaide. He also boasts two bronze medals from World Champion of Champions singles

tournaments in Sydney (2018) and Wellington (2022). At last year’s National Champion of Champions singles event at Sorrento Bowling Club in Perth the crafty Schraner topped the standings with five wins from six rounds (15 points) to secure the title from Osborne Park’s Jack Scott and Algester’s Glen Pitts (four wins and 12 points). It continued a recordbreaking trend for the “master of the greens” who has compiled an astonishing honours list since taking up the sport as a fresh-faced twelveyear-old at Mount Cottrell Bowling Club in Victoria. Raymond Terrace Bowling Club CEO Jason Stokes told News Of The Area that Schraner was “an ornament to the game and a valued member of the local lawn bowls fraternity”. “Lee is an inspiration to others and his

accomplishments at all levels place him alongside the greats of Australian lawn bowls,” quipped Stokes. When Schraner captured the NSW State Champion of Champions Singles and Pairs double last year, he became the first male player since Rex Johnston in 1990 to achieve the feat. He defeated East Maitland’s Jake Lawton in an epic singles final and teamed with former national champion Matt Baus to snare the State Pairs title with a 2114 victory over brothers Dan and Rick Roper of Waverley. Lee’s record-breaking State Champion of Champions singles triumph was his eighth overall – eclipsing long time hero and legend of bowls Glyn Bosisto’s seven titles and achieved in his third State after previous title wins in Victoria and Tasmania. CONTINUED Page 30

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