Port Stephens News Of The Area 16 February 2023

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Council to make determination on at Swan Bay as 'transitional group home'

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is currently being used, in-part, by Connect Global Ltd, a ‘drug and alcohol treatment centre running a restoration program dedicated to helping men in the recovery stage of their addiction’.

The strata-managed Fisherman's Village site includes 46 cabins, a large shed, tennis courts and a pool.

Connect Global has been operating at the Moffats Road site since 2013, with the service experiencing significant growth in the past several years.

Also frequenting the site are holidaymakers and residents who come to the Fisherman’s Village to enjoy the riverfront location and park amenities.

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Local residents, of both the Fisherman’s Village and greater Swan Bay, have pushed back against the use of the site as a rehabilitation facility, forming the Swan Bay Action Group to coordinate their efforts.

Currently zoned RU2 Rural Landscape, the Fisherman’s Village was originally marketed to investors in the mid-1990s as a holiday park.

“In 1994 I was around when it was advertised as a great investment, you could use it as your own holiday home,” a member of the Swan Bay Action Group told News Of The Area.

“The attractions were the tennis courts, swimming pool and the pretend golf course.”

“Compliance issues have been raised and complaints have been raised to Port Stephens Council, as the way some of these men act around the residents and holiday makers has caused fear and some people have left their holidays early.

“Everyone deserves a second chance but this site is totally inappropropriate and the community has strongly objected,” the spokesperson said.

Swan Bay residents have expressed concerns over a perceived lack of supervision on site, particularly given the criminal history of some Connect Global participants.

Community members have also raised concerns about holidaymakers and cabin residents being subject to intimidation from Connect Global staff, and alcohol being accessed by program participants.

Residents of the Fisherman’s Village who are not subject to Connect Global program rules are freely allowed to consume alcohol on site, within metres of cabins used for rehabilitation purposes.

Pictures attained by the Swan Bay Action Group from social media show groups of men in outlaw motorcycle gang colours drinking alcohol on site at Connect Global, as well as alcohol stored in the on-site shed, formerly the home of Moffat’s Oyster Barn restaurant.

Much of the protest from Fisherman’s Village residents about the use of the site revolves around the ‘oyster barn’, which village bylaws state must be used as a restaurant.

News Of The Area visited Connect Global to speak with Ross Pene and address community concerns.

Mr Pene is a Christian pastor, a congregant of the C3 Spectrum Church at Anna Bay and a member of the Longriders Christian Motorcycle Club.

Mr Pene said emphatically that alcohol and drugs were not used on site by rehabilitation program participants, with Connect Global implementing a one strike policy for substance use.

“We have a golden rule here, if you bring alcohol into this place and get caught with alcohol, you are out.

“There is no warning.

“It is known before you commence the program.

“You sign a contract to say you understand what is in the guidelines.

“You can't consume alcohol, you can't bring alcohol in here and think you will be able to stay - because you won't be able to stay.

“It is the same with any type of drug, any illicit drug.”

Connect Global runs a stringent drug and alcohol testing regime, according to the program director, with randomised testing completed three times a week.

While Swan Bay Action Group members allege intimidation onsite from Connect Global staff and participants, Mr Pene said nothing could be further from the truth.

“I don’t know anybody on this site who has been intimidated,” he said.

“We actually invite them (other complex residents) to come here on Thursday nights to our movie nights and our dinners.

“They tell me they have never felt so safe,” he said.

The Fisherman’s Village was originally developed as a tourism opportunity, but Mr Pene believes the site simply does not suit that purpose, citing a lack of privacy and distance between cabins.

“If this is a place for tourism, we are not in a third world country,” he said.

“If we are talking DAs for tourism, it just doesn’t work.”

With a DA for a ‘transitional group home’ currently under Council review, Mr Pene said the amended zoning matches perfectly with the work undertaken at Connect Global.

While he waits for Council to make their determination on the site’s use, Mr Pene maintains that the rehabilitation facility is operating legally.

“A transitional group home (zoning) is perfect for what we do.

Connect Global is operated by director Ross Pene, who with his wife owns several of the Fisherman’s Village cabins.

A majority of the remaining cabins are owned by Fisherman’s Village Swan Bay Proprietary Limited, whose director is Mr Hilton Grugeon, who Mr Pene describes as his business partner.

Mr Grugeon is well known across the Hunter for his involvement in large scale industrial developments.

The Swan Bay Action Group have expressed numerous concerns about the suitability of the site as a rehabilitation facility.

In the current arrangement, participants of the Connect Global program are allowed shared access to the Village’s communal pool and tennis courts.

“The community has raised concerns due to the large congregation of men sent by the courts after substance abuse and with some violent backgrounds to Fisherman’s Village,” said a Swan Bay Action Group spokesperson.

“This is an unfenced facility, where men on parole and on bail are able to roam around with lots of freedom and mix with families with children.

“The location of the facility is too far from the police, hospital etc.

The barn is now used by Connect Global to house staff offices, store boats and trailers and as the central location for rehabilitation program activities.

After complaints from local residents, a request to investigate the unauthorised use of the site was made to Port Stephens Council in June 2020.

Investigations were undertaken by Council and it was determined that the site was not approved for this type of use.

“Council issued an order to cease the use of the Oyster Barn as a community facility on 15 November 2021,” a Port Stephens Council spokesperson said.

“The order required the operator to cease use within sixty (60) days of receiving the order.

“This matter is now before the Land and Environment Court.”

Connect Global lodged a development application (DA) to operate a ‘community facility’ on site, which was withdrawn on 20 October 2022.

A new DA, this time for a ‘transitional group home’, was then lodged, attracting 75 submissions during the exhibition period.

The development application remains under consideration and determination of the DA is anticipated to occur in March 2023.

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“We have the best drug testing campaign going.

“We have our own pathologist.

“Every urine sample is supervised and watched.”

Mr Pene did concede however, that alcohol was used on site by residents of the Village not associated to Connect Global.

“There are about four or five cabins that are being used by other people who come and stay on site.”

In terms of supervision, Mr Pene said a high standard of care was taken to ensure compliance with Connect Global rules, with participants only leaving site to attend essential appointments.

“The truth is, we do have very good supervision here, and our clock runs 24/7.

“There is someone on all the time.

“There is no lack of supervision here.

“They (Connect Global participants) can't come and go as they please.

“If I can't account for anybody, that person is in trouble, I know where everybody is at all given times.”

According to Connect Global onboarding documentation, participants are allowed access to a motor vehicle after a four week review, or as advised by Correctional Services.

“What we have done is approach Council to make an amendment to the DA, and that is exactly what is in place at the moment.

“We are not here illegally.

“It is all above board.

“We will get approval for what we want to do here, but that takes time.”

Mr Pene said Australia was “screaming out” for facilities such as Connect Global.

“We are the only ones doing what we are doing and we do a very good job at it.”

The Connect Global program is based around five key principles: manhood, fatherhood, family, workplace and community.

Christianity also plays a major role in the rehabilitation process, according to Mr Pene.

The Connect Glopal mission statement is “equip men to live a Christ centered connected life of change. Resolving the devastating effects of substance addiction on the lives of individuals, their families, and their communities”.

“If we can help someone become a better person, then praise God for that, that is our whole focus here,” said Mr Pene.

“It is for the wellbeingmentally, spiritually, physically, socially – of all the men in our program.”

Participants of the program begin their day with a 6am roadrun, with physical fitness,

Current cabin owners say they bought cabins in the Fisherman’s Village before realising the extent of the site’s current use.

on use of Fisherman’s Village

nutrition and development of healthy routine key to the Connect Global ethos.

Each morning, participants gather for a group meeting, with a focus on the value of manhood.

“The whole meeting is involved around manhood, fatherhood, family, going back to work and entering back into the wider community as a very respected member of that community.

nothing.”

Mr Pene, who has been working in criminal corrections for more than 30 years, noted that many ex-program participants have settled in Port Stephens to remain connected to the facility.

“A lot of guys stay locally and stay connected.

“They don't want to go back into their rat hole.

“Heaps of participants have sold their properties and bought up this way and relocated for that reason.

“If you don’t change the location and the environment, you are going to be straight back in and the fleas are going to jump straight back on you again.”

Hunter River High welcomes new school leaders

positive role models to the student body.

“I do memorial services on occasion.

“They have popped in here for a cuppa.

“The last one I did (service) was up at Tomaree, and so on the way home I invited them to come for a cup of tea.

“About 30 of them dropped in.

“We don’t do it anymore.

“I haven’t done that in seven years.

“I stopped it to stop the perception.

“I don’t want to have anybody perceiving that I am tied up with the one percent gangs, because I am not.”

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Representative Council, provide an active voice for students and represent the school at community functions.”

Being a part of the school leadership team helps students learn more about leadership and being

School Captain Madeline Lilley said, “I am absolutely thrilled to take on this leadership position, I'm eager to make changes in the school and community environment.”

School Captain Nyalla Gordon said, “I am beyond excited to fill the role as

school captain this year as I will have the privilege and honour in representing my school as well as being a role model or someone to rely on for those within our school community.”

The NOTA team wishes the new student leadership team at Hunter River High School every success.

“They come here and

Connect Global holds the contract for maintenance of the Fisherman’s Village common areas, including lawn mowing, and participants complete the work unpaid as part of their rehabilitation program.

Operating at the site since 2013, Mr Pene highlighted the program’s high success rate, noting that participants go on to an ‘extension program’ after their initial six month stint at Connect Global.

“After that they are back in the community, they are back at work doing well, their families are healthy, they are off the drugs and the grog, and they start to find a whole new pathway in life.

“We take a summary of what they are doing after they have been out of the program for twelve months.”

Mr Pene said it was essential that program participants re-enter the workforce after their rehabilitation program.

“It is paramount they go to work.

“You can't let them leave here and go home and do

Acknowledging community concerns regarding his connection to outlaw motorcycle gangs, Mr Pene said his work as a Christian minister had led him to connect with alleged gang members over the years in a religious capacity.

“I am a Harley rider, and I ride with a Christian motorcycle club called the Longriders Motorcycle Club.

“I have been the President of the Northern NSW club from day dot.

“Because I am a biker and I am a minister, I have all these guys from one percent motorcycle clubs.

“I do their funerals, I do their christenings, I do their wedding services, I do all their stuff that has anything to do with religion.

“I work with these people.

“I administer the services that are required on a spiritual level to anybody.”

While visitors are allowed on site on occasion, Mr Pene stressed that anyone on bail conditions or with connections to outlaw motorcycle gangs is not allowed entry.

Mr Pene said Connect Global had been a victim of baseless rumours, with intense scrutiny from police and charity boards into the operation as a result of complaints made by members of the public.

Mr Pene said Connect Global plans to host an open day on site at the Fisherman’s Village, and invites concerned members of the public to attend and see the day-to-day operation of the rehabilitation facility for themselves.

“Ideally, one of the best things that can happen is they come and have a look for themselves.”

Mr Pene told News Of The Area he had lodged defamation proceedings against a Fisherman’s Village cabin owner making untrue statements about Connect Global.

Connect Global and the Swan Bay Action Group now await Council's decision as to DA approval.

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“A lot of these guys have been in all sorts of trouble.

“They could have been in jail five times.

the whole focus is to impact their life with some skills and mechanisms that will help them make good choices.”

Mr Pene concedes that alleged outlaw motorcycle gangs had visited the facility in the past, but not in recent years.

q The new Vice Captains at Hunter River High School are Tahlia Jarvie and Braiven Megallon.

From Meryl's desk

This week I am back in Canberra for the fortnight of Parliamentary sittings

During this time I plan to advance the case for a number of local projects across our community in keeping with my commitment to deliver on all my election commitments to Paterson

Many in our region have been eagerly awaiting the progress of the Paterson Veterans Hub, which will service the 4,900 veterans across the communities of Kurri Kurri, Maitland & Port Stephens, as well as the wider Veterans community of the Hunter

I am pleased to report that the Federal Government is on track with this commitment and that I will be hosting Minister for Veterans Affairs', The Hon Matt Keogh MP next month for a community forum with DVA

After further consultation with our community and relevant stakeholders the Department of Veterans Affairs' will be inviting tenders from relevant stakeholders to be part of the Paterson Veterans Hub

I look forward to working with the Veteran community and Defence families on delivering this commitment

Last month across our Country, Many Australians came together to welcome new citizens and celebrate the achievements of many everyday Aussies across our community

I want to acknowledge and congratulate all who have been recognised in the Australia Day 2023 Honours role

And welcome all our new Citizens who have decided to call both Australia and the Hunter home

Whilst Australia day means many things for many people across our Country, for me, it is about coming together to acknowledge what it means to be Australian and to celebrate those achieving great things in our community for our community

I appreciate that many of our first nations community sometimes struggle to feel an affinity with Australia Day Still, I hope that as part of Labors commitment to deliver constitutional recognition through a formalised voice to Parliament and a commitment to treaty we will be able to celebrate this National Day in unity

In the coming months, I will have more to say on our National Voice to Parliament proposal I appreciate that many constituents are confused and want more clarity on the voice

This is understandable and I can assure you the Albanese Government will have clear and concise details of our proposal as we progress with the planning and drafting of the proposed legislation

I intend to ensure our proposal is clearly communicated across our electorate to ensure all voters can make an informed decision

In short A Voice to Parliament allows the Australian Government to make policies with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people rather than for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Constitutional recognition through a Voice to Parliament is a body enshrined in the Constitution that would enable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to advise the Parliament on policies and projects that impact their lives

Warmest regards

Councils call on all candidates to match regional roads funding pledge

NSW COUNCILS have welcomed a pledge by the State’s Coalition Government to inject $1 billion into the regional road network, and called on all candidates to make the same commitment.

The call follows the announcement by Deputy Premier Paul Toole that the current Government, if reelected, would significantly increase roads and rail funding in regional NSW in response to the state road emergency declared late last year.

The funding commitment includes:

• A further $400 million injection into the successful Fixing Local Roads program to help regional councils continue their work to repair, maintain and seal the roads in their communities;

• $300 million for the establishment of a new Fast Tracking Freight program to tackle freight pinch points on the road and rail network, better connect road and rail with key and emerging freight hubs and

increase the capacity and reliability of the network;

and

• $300 million for a Build Back Better program to invest in more resilient State, regional and local road and transport infrastructure across regional NSW.

Local Government NSW President Darriea Turley said the commitment is fully consistent with LGNSW’s election priorities and ongoing advocacy for increased road funding, improvements to the regional road network and importantly, greater investment in resilient road infrastructure.

“Last month we welcomed the $500 million emergency pothole repair package announced by the Government in the wake of torrential rain and massive flooding,” Cr Turley said.

“While grateful we pointed out at the time that despite the significance of the package, it would only go a short way to help fix the $2.5 billion disaster damage bill.

“So it is really pleasing

that the Coalition has recognised that simply patching holes is not enough, and that future extreme weather events have the potential to literally wash away and repairs.

“The road networks need to be built back better.

“They need to be built to higher standards so they can stand up against future floods and other natural disasters.

"We welcome this additional funding package which is so desperately needed, and are currently digging into the detail to allow us to fully assess how it should be best spent to deliver lasting results.

“Getting our roads up to scratch and having the ongoing funding to keep them there will not only save NSW and its people money in the long run, it will also help support the economic growth this state needs.

“Good roads are good for us all: for business, for our agricultural sector, and for everyday drivers who just want to get to where they need to be safely and without damage to their vehicles.”

Tanilba Bay’s Avenue of the Allies to receive pothole funding

By Marian SAMPSON

AS the state election looms it appears that the government is listening to communities when it comes to fixing potholes, with two announcements in two weeks about funds to fix Port Stephens roads.

The Avenue of the Allies in Tanilba Bay will be getting an upgrade thanks to the NSW Government’s $500 million Fixing Local Roads program.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Taylor Martin said Port Stephens Council will receive $787,831 to enable them to accelerate repairs and maintenance work to bring local roads up to scratch.

“The NSW Liberal and Nationals are committed to fixing the roads you use every day through our $1.8 billion investment into local roads,” Mr Martin said.

“Work funded will include sealing, resurfacing, road maintenance, drainage

improvement and patching of local roads.

“Today’s announcement builds on the $330 million being provided to regional councils to fix potholes and the more than $500 million being invested into our Fixing Country Roads program.”

Nationals Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the Fixing Local Roads program was a game changer for regional communities.

“Regional NSW has been doing it tough and we know how much better roads mean to people living in the regions, so I’m especially pleased to announce this injection of much needed funds,” Mr Farraway said.

Port Stephens Councillor Jason Wells told News Of The Area, "It's so great to see this narrow, soft edged road being completely replaced to give not only a safer and smoother surface for Tanilba Bay residents, but also one that befits

the heritage aspects of the avenue.

"This is just one of the many roads in Central Ward that I am constantly working with Council staff to see improved for the benefit of the community.

“Rookes Road, Salt Ash is another local road on the Tilligerry Peninsula that features in many of my emails, phone calls and meetings with staff," he said.

Further information can be found at nswroads.work/ fixinglocalroads.

Rock platform rescue at Shoal Bay

JUST after 2pm on Sunday afternoon the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by New South Wales Ambulance to Shoal Bay to reports of two male fishermen stuck on an isolated offshore rock platform.

It was reported that one male aged in his 60s was suffering from leg injuries.

Local Ambulance

Paramedics and Emergency Services attended prior to the arrival of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Critical Care Medical Team.

The New South Wales Ambulance Critical Care Paramedic was winched from the Helicopter to the rock

Expressions of interest

platform.

The injured male was treated by the Critical Care Paramedic before being winched from the location and flown directly to the John Hunter Hospital in a stable condition.

The second male was winched from the rock platform uninjured by the New South Wales Police Helicopter.

We’re seeking expressions of interest for a Community Representative and Business Representative to join the Birubi Point Cultural Heritage Advisory Panel.

As part of the panel, these volunteer positions actively participate in discussions and decision making relating to the Birubi Point Aboriginal Place and Birubi Point Reserve. For more information about the panel, the positions and requirements visit pscouncil.info/birubi-advisory-panel or phone Janelle Gardner, Communications Section Manager on 02 4988 0255 or via email at communications@portstephens.nsw.gov.au.

Positions vacant

2nd / 3rd Year Apprentice Mechanic

Apply by midnight, Sunday 19 February 2023

Contact: Mark Rice, Acting Mechanical Maintenance Coordinator on 0448 226 947

Principal Strategic Planner

Apply by midnight, Sunday 19 February 2023

Contact: Brock Lamont, Strategy and Environment Section Manager on 4988 0243 Works Hand

Apply by midnight, Wednesday 22 February 2023

Contact: Anthony Boyd, Construction Coordinator on 0437 389 777

Learn more and apply at: pscouncil.info/CareerOpportunities 02 4988 0123 recruitment@portstephens.nsw.gov.au

q The Avenue of the Allies at Tanilba Bay is an iconic road in the region which is now slated for much needed and long overdue repairs.

q Cr Jason Wells.

Life rings to the rescue once more

By Marian SAMPSON

THE coast of Port Stephens is treacherous, stunningly beautiful and unpredictable.

Boat Harbour is no exception.

Rock fishers and swimmers have been seriously injured and have died on days that they thought were safe.

Ray and Marcia Smith lost their son rock fishing at Boat Harbour 24 years ago.

Grieving the loss of their son, Ray and Marcia campaigned and organised for the installation of life rings which are still on site at

Boat Harbour today.

This week the rings have saved another life, with the devices having now saved at least five lives since they were installed in 1997.

“A ring was used to rescue the girl today and while she was being airlifted to Newcastle, the ring was washed away by another wave,” Marcia said.

Ray and Marcia have already replaced the lost ring, with the dedicated couple keeping spares at their home.

The story of the rings is included in the ‘Memories of Boat Harbour’ book.

71-year-old suffers serious

injuries in Clarence

Town motorcycle accident

JUST after 11am on Saturday morning the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by

New South Wales Ambulance to reports of a motorcycle accident at Clarence Town.

It was reported that a 71-year-old male sustained serious leg injuries.

New South Wales Ambulance Paramedics attended the scene and

commenced treatment of the male prior to the arrival of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter

and Critical Care Medical Team. The male was stabilised by the Critical Care Medical Team before being flown directly to the John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle in a stable condition.

q Gail and Peter Murray with Ray and Marcia Smith. Photo: Marian Sampson.

VALE Tom Lupton: Port Stephens mourns loss of Vietnam War hero

By Marian SAMPSON

THE community of Port Stephens is mourning the sudden loss of Vietnam War veteran Tom Lupton APM.

Tom was a stalwart of the Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch, serving as the Branch's Vice President.

Among his medals, Tom Lupton was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry for his service with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, and was awarded the Vietnam Star of Freedom by the previous Vietnam Government.

Tom was a part of the team that took the Cu Chi tunnel system, the base of the Viet Cong during the Tet Offensive in 1968.

Tom was instrumental in the 50th anniversary commemorations of the

Battle of Long Tan at Nelson Bay in 2018.

At the commemorations, Mr Lupton told News Of The Area, “We are very pleased to see young people involved in the commemorations, as it will fall to them to carry the commemorations forward.”

This is a tradition that the RSL has embraced, leaving a legacy for Tom in the future of commemorations in the Bay.

Not only have school students have been participating in recent services which Tom once presided over, but veterans from more recent conflicts such as Afghanistan have now led important services.

Tom most recently MC’d the ANZAC Day Service in Apex Park, Nelson Bay in 2022.

Tom was also instrumental

in the restoration of the Apex Park steps to Teramby Road.

The memorial steps were

first built in 1929 and they were lovingly restored under Tom’s stewardship at the RSL

sub-Branch in 2018.

The steps have now been turned into a memorial for

Paul Whittlemore receives OAM for community service

By Marian SAMPSON

SHOAL Bay resident Paul

Whittemore has received an OAM for "service to the community of Port Stephens” this year.

Whittemore, who is about to celebrate his 90th birthday, is looking forward to becoming a nonagenarian.

Paul received the honour for his services which included setting up the University of the Third Age (U3A) in Port Stephens.

He believes that the honour is a great tribute to the U3A.

Paul Whittemore told News Of The Area, “I gave my first talk at Port Stephens U3A in September 1995 and I

was still going in 2022.”

His current contributions to the U3A classes are now limited to poetry sessions.

Paul is very proud of the U3A stating, “It is a great organisation with a very good program.

“In fact I think it is one of the best ever programs put forward.”

This year the program includes everything from learning how to make sourdough bread to growing plants in a community garden.

Paul was responsible for introducing the Cuppa and a Chat sessions which members enjoy and offer a great opportunity for other community members to

find out about what the U3A offers.

This monthly session has now been running for fifteen years on the last Thursday of the month at the Salamander Bay Library building.

Life has not gone without

those who served in World War I. VALE Tom Lupton.

challenges and Paul has been battling Melanoma since 1960.

When asked if he would accept the honour he had reservations as to whether he would make it to the presentation of the award - a goal that he is pleased to have achieved.

Paul is keen for everyone living locally to consider becoming a part of the U3A which offers education, social activities, games and outings.

q Tom Lupton pictured in 2018 with Russell Durrant at the 50th anniversary commemorations of the Battle of Long Tan in Nelson Bay. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Paul Whittemore at a recent U3A event.

Sustainability group Renew launches in Hunter

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Hunter Region Branch of Renew is officially open, launching its operations with a public meeting in Raymond Terrace.

Renew is a national sustainability non-profit organisation which provides expert and independent advice to households, businesses and government.

The Hunter Region Branch Convenor is Ewa Meyer who is looking forward to the group’s first public meeting on 22 February.

"Everyone is very welcome to come along to our first public meeting and see what Renew is all about and what our local program has in store for the coming year,”

Ewa told News Of The Area.

The group is thrilled to have Renew's national president Dick Clarke as the special guest speaker at this first meeting.

Dick is an award-winning building designer, principal of Envirotecture and the director of sustainability of the NSW Chapter of Building Designers Australia.

The presentation will be held on Wednesday 22 February at 5.30pm at the Raymond Terrace Community Hall in Boomerang Park.

“Everyone is welcome.”

Dick Clarke will present images of homes he and others have designed and he will plead the case that "a home has to be beautiful to be sustainable!".

"We decided to have a theme for the presentation that might be a little

Man on a mission

By Geoff WALKER

IT’S 1942 and the Japanese Imperial Forces have swept all before them in the South Pacific.

They seemed unstoppable.

Darwin has had more bombs dropped on it than Pearl Harbour, Townsville was under attack and Broome fell victim as well. Submarines were in Sydney Harbour and Newcastle was fired on.

Coastal shipping also fell victim to Japanese torpedoes.

Singapore had fallen and some 15,000 Australian soldiers were prisoners of war.

In New Guinea, Aussie diggers were the first to turn the tide along the Kokoda Track after an overland invasion force came within

eyesight of Port Moresby.

General Douglas Mac Arthur, the vain US commander, failed to give credit to Australian troops, referring to the victory as an 'allied operation'.

Indeed, he was the sole survivor of his platoon.

Returning to the US, Ben, a devout Christian, then married, and in a vision, God asked him to return to New

q Man on a mission: Ben Wertz and friends in Gono in the 1950s.

Ever since then, a flourishing Christian community has taken root,

with support from the Tanilba Baptist Church along with Mallabula's Jacqui Wood, who was 'adopted' by Ben Wertz and his wife Tilila.

Jacqui has assisted the Gono community in many ways.

Initially she imported containers of coffee beans, roasted and ground them in her Lemon Tree Passage base and marketed them under the 'Ethica' label.

She returned the empty containers packed with donated school furniture to fit out a school.

She has also played a major role in helping to educate the young, particularly girls, and provides assistance to the poor and disadvantaged.

To mark the 70th anniversary of the Mission, Tanilba's Pastor Anthony Gentle has just spent two weeks in Gono.

He said that the Christian influence has brought together the once warring tribes into a more harmonious relationship with one another.

“I preached, through an interpreter, at a 'Youth Awake' rally attended by some 300 young people from around the district,” Mr Gentle said.

“The Mission is really going well with its educational programs and in the training of Christian leaders to spread the teachings of the Bible,” he added.

Ben Wertz was a young American GI at the time and saw much action during the New Guinea campaign and in the Philippines.

Guinea and open a mission. This he did in 1953 at Gono, a remote highland

tribal area many miles distant from the regional town of Goroka.

As a former businesswoman Jacqui now feels she has found her niche in life, is at peace with herself and perfectly content in her newfound role.

q Tanilba pastor Anthony Gentle addressing the 'Youth Awake' rally recently in Gono.

q Highland residents with bags of their coffee beans.

q Jacqui Wood serving 'Ethica' coffee.

q Jacqui Wood roasting coffee beans at her business headquarters in the LTP industrial estate.

Ampcontrol undertakes major rebrand of member companies

By Marian SAMPSON

AMPCONTROL is rebranding its member companies, revealing the size and scope of the Tomago based business.

The major rebrand will assist Ampcontrol in managing growth and responding to industry needs for innovative power solutions and service.

The below businesses are wholly owned and operated by Ampcontrol:

Austech is a full lifecycle solution provider of environmental monitoring instruments and systems for industrial and commercial applications.

Burn Brite develops and delivers a robust range of complex lighting products to illuminate some of the world’s most difficult industrial environments, including in underground and longwall mining applications.

Captech is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power quality solutions for energy intensive sectors such as mining, industrial, commercial and power utilities.

CPS National delivers renewable power technology and infrastructure, including battery, solar and hybrid power solutions to deliver unique renewable power generation infrastructure.

Verico is a multidisciplined technical testing and advisory service, improving asset integrity and life-cycle performance.

Ampcontrol is accelerating its strategy to be at the forefront of developing and supplying advanced

technology, products, and services to the resources, infrastructure, and energy sectors that enable a competitive advantage in a net-zero carbon environment.

“Our industry and customer needs are rapidly changing in the global lowcarbon economy.

"Incorporating our industry-leading member companies into the Ampcontrol brand will result in our customers benefiting from a rapidly expanding portfolio of products and service capabilities, cuttingedge digital technology, and accelerated innovation to help solve some of the greatest challenges facing our future such as decarbonisation and

renewable energy solutions”, said Ampcontrol Managing Director and CEO Rod Henderson.

The existing product and service offerings from Ampcontrol member companies will remain the same and form part of the trusted and reputable Ampcontrol offering.

“At Ampcontrol, we are committed to keeping manufacturing jobs here in Australia; we have the smarts, ingenuity, and advanced capability to lead the world in energy manufacturing.”

Ampcontrol has a large base in Tomago and works with organisations like CSIRO and the University Of Newcastle in collaborations to

innovate in a variety of spaces.

“The business is looking to develop new synergies, partnerships, and expansion opportunities across new and emerging domestic and international markets

that will better serve our customers, industry, and growing workforce,” added Mr Henderson.

In April 2022, Investment house Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company

One blood donation is needed every 18 seconds

q Port Stephens based Ampcontrol employs a diverse workforce from trades to professionals to deliver unique solutions for a range of industries.

Limited

(WHSP) increased its shareholding in Ampcontrol Limited to full ownership and appointed a new Board. Ampcontrol remains 100 percent Australian, privately owned, and operated.

q Manufacturing by Ampcontrol delivers jobs in Port Stephens.

New waste app for Port Stephens

KEEPING track of all things waste is easier than ever with Council's new app, Port Stephens Waste

Launched last week, the app is a one-stop-shop for residents looking to find out about their bin days, kerbside collections, problem waste drop off days, and service impacts.

Mayor Ryan Palmer says the app complements Council’s other ‘green initiatives’ such as the switch to solar power, the upcoming roll-out of green bins, and Council’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2025.

“We’re always looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact, and meet the needs of our

community – we’ve heard they’re keen to see us use green alternatives,” Mayor Palmer said.

“The introduction of our new waste app means we’ll be able to reduce the number of paper waste calendars we print – contributing towards our carbon neutrality goals,” he said.

Community Services Section Manager Tammy Gutsche says the introduction of the waste app comes at a perfect time, with green bin delivery following later this year.

“With green bins coming later this year, the app will provide clarity for residents about their bin days and other waste services available

throughout the LGA,” Mrs Gutsche said

“The app also allows us to send people waste reminders if they opt in, and communicate more effectively with them when there are impacts to their waste service, for example during severe weather events,” she added.

The app is available for download on Google Play for Android devices, and on the App Store for Apple devices.

A limited number of printed calendars will be available at Council’s admin building, libraries and Visitor Information Centre for those who are unable to install the app on their device.

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 10:00am

q The new app is a one-stop-shop for residents looking to find out about their bin days, kerbside collections, problem waste drop off days, and service impacts.

Easy living in Karuah Waters over 50s estate!

112/88 Holdom Road, Karuah

2 bedroom, 1 bathroom

Price: $199,000 - $215,000

WAKE to that holiday feeling, everyday!

Located in the superbly presented and managed Karuah Waters Estate, its acres of grassy riverfront are the perfect setting for this delightful, well-presented and maintained Weathertex and iron two-bedroom home.

With the Park catering to the over 50s demographic, the unit is ideal for permanent or holiday living and presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy the glorious Mid North Coast’s envied lifestyle.

And yes, your dog is welcome to join you!

From the wide, palm-lined street, step onto the front verandah and turn the key to your new holiday lifestyle.

This low maintenance home is one of the originals, with carpet to the lounge area and lovely patterned wallpaper throughout the home, reverse-cycle air conditioning and open plan kitchen and dining with gas

stove and oven.

The two bedrooms feature carpet and built in robes with a ceiling fan in the main.

The bathroom consists of a shower over bath, and vanity with a separate toilet.

At the rear is a lovely, covered area flowing through to a lovely grassed area with a garden shed.

There is a car carport, mains water, garbage collection, electric hot water, and bottled gas.

It is a short walk to the Karuah River Jetty, great for fishing and boating.

If this sounds appealing, it doesn't end there, there's so much more!

For a management fee of $191pw, property owners enjoy full use of the Park’s

abundant facilities and activities including a 250m private jetty, swimming pool, tennis and volleyball courts, games room, outdoor entertainment area, free WiFi, DVD library and storage space for a caravan at $20* per week.

Best of all, the Park is dog-friendly, permitting one dog per household.

The Park’s friendly, community-focused theme further enhances the property's appeal.

There has never been a better opportunity to acquire a home-sized unit in a quality accommodation complex.

For more information and to organise an inspection, please contact Emily Abela on 0476 551 276.

Calls to ban LGBTQ+ conversion practices in NSW

By Marian SAMPSON

NSW LABOR have announced their intention to ban LGBTQ+ conversion practices in New South Wales if elected in the upcoming state election.

On Saturday the party declared they would prohibit the practice and will work with survivors and all other stakeholders to develop legislation that works in NSW, promising to establish a joint working group of NSW Health and the NSW Department of Justice members to draft the laws.

“Conversion therapy is a dangerous and damaging practice and there’s no room for it in NSW,” said NSW Labor Leader Chris Minns.

“We should not have a situation where children are being told something is wrong with them and that they need to be fixed.”

The announcement came days after Independent Member for Sydney Alex Greenwich proposed a bill to ban LGBTQ+ conversion practices and called for similar commitments from each of the major political parties ahead of the NSW state election.

Mr Greenwich’s proposed bill would prohibit practices that seek to change or suppress a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity, and introduce a civil response scheme addressing serious or systemic instances of conversion practices.

“NSW is lagging behind other states and territories that have already acted to

protect people from the harms caused by LGBTQ+ conversion practices,” said Ghassan Kassisieh, Legal Director of national LGBTIQ+ group Equality Australia.

“Practices seeking to change or suppress a person’s sexuality or gender identity cause real and lasting harm and are not supported by any medical or psychological professional association.

“NSW can still salvage its reputation as a laggard on LGBTIQ+ equality by committing to address the unfinished business of LGBTIQ+ rights in this state, including by ending conversion practices.

“With a state election at the end of March, now is time for all politicians in NSW to commit to reforms to end LGBTQ+ conversion practices once and for all,” he said.

Artists inspired in Lemon Tree Passage

By Geoff WALKER

INSPIRED!

This is how a group of seniors reacted to a free art workshop on the Lemon Tree Passage foreshore on Friday 3 February.

The waterfront workshop was organised by Chantelle, a Council project officer with well known Medowie artist Kelly Pegg offering advice to those who attended.

It was just one of many such activities for seniors run under the umbrella of Port Stephens Council.

For retired residents, these workshops are a great way to gain social interaction which is important for health and wellbeing.

Self help art groups have been very active on the Tilligerry Peninsula for many years and currently one operates out of the old school site in Lemon Tree Passage.

A great boost for local creative artists came when the old fire station became vacant after the RFS moved to Tanilba.

The site is now an art gallery featuring creative paintings, sculptures, ceramics, woodwork and jewellery.

It is run by the artists themselves.

Both groups have regular workshops with invited artists demonstrating their different styles and techniques.

One renowned resident artist, Jenny Crozier, has been very generous with her time in giving the aspirational artists some lessons in the finer points of painting over such a long time.

Jenny herself has won prizes for her art, has entered the Archibald Prize and has been invited to judge regional competitions.

q Chantelle and Kelly with local residents at the workshop.

q Jenny Crozier with one of her paintings.

q The 'TAG' gallery on the main road in Lemon Tree Passage.

Draws By Paul DORIN

Anna Bay Tavern

Anna Bay Bakery

BYO Cellars Anna Bay

Anna Bay Surf & Skate

Ingenia Holiday Park

Middle Rock Retirement Village

Anna Bay Village

Seawinds Village

Nelson Bay Bowling Club

Nelson Bay Golf Club

Woolworths Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay Newsagent

Coles Express Servo Nelson Bay

Essence Cafe

Dolphin Watch Cafe

West Diggers

Harbourside Haven

Bernie Thompson Village

Shoal Bay Pharmacy

IGA Shoal Bay

John Patterson

Bill King Aged Care

Friendly Grocer Fingal Bay

Regis Aged Care

Corlette Store

Uniting Care

Homestead Village

Sandy Shores

Big4 Soldiers Point

Soldiers Point Bowling Club

Foodworks Salamander Bay

Wanda Beach Pharmacy

Mobil Salamander Bay

Caltex Salamander Bay

Coles Salamander Bay

Natural Tucker

Woolworths Salamander Bay

Horizons Golf Club

Taylors Beach Industrial Cafe

Seaham General Store

Opal Aged Care

Red Eye Café Raymond Terrace

Angeez Takeaway Raymond Terrace

Terrace Central Plaza Post Office

Newsagent Terrace Central Plaza

Woolworths Terrace Central Plaza

MarketPlace Woolworths

Raymond Terrace Shell

Lakeside Newsagent

R&R Property

Foodworks Lakeside

Lakeside Leisure Centre

Muree Golf Club

Saxby's Bakery Salt Ash

Tanilba Bay Nursing Home

Tanilba Bay Retirement Units

Coles Tanilba Bay

Endevour Servo Tanilba Bay

Tanilba Newsagent

Post Office Tanilba Bay

Blue Marine Services

Chemist Lemon Tree

Club Lemon Tree

Tilligerry RSL

Bull n Bush Medowie

Coles Medowie

Medowie Newsagent

Medowie Pharmacy

Woolworths Medowie

Medowie Social

BP Servo Medowie

Pacific Dunes Golf Club

Metro Servo (Airport Side)

Metro Servo (Lavis Lane)

More palliative care and hospice services for kids

By Marian SAMPSON

FOR parents who have lost a child and the parents of desperately ill children, hospice and palliative care services are vital.

Now children with life limiting conditions and their families will benefit from a $16 million funding boost to enhance paediatric palliative care respite and hospice services.

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said the new services will complement those already provided by Bear Cottage in Manly and at the children’s hospitals in Sydney and Newcastle.

“I am absolutely committed to ensuring we improve the quality of life of these kids and their families, whether the care is being provided at home, in a hospital or a hospice,” Mr Perrottet said.

The additional enhancement brings the total funding for palliative care from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government to more than $2.2 billion over the next five years.

Paediatric palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of children with a life-limiting illness as they head towards the end of life.

It can include the prevention and relief from pain and other symptoms.

Health Minister Brad Hazzard said those caring for children with life limiting conditions face the most challenging situation imaginable and need our every support.

“Families often choose to care for their loved ones at home but many children have complex medical and nursing needs which make that task difficult,” Mr Hazzard said.

“By further enhancing paediatric palliative and end of life care services, we are giving more families support and access to the care they need in a home-like environment.”

Palliative Care scholarship on offer

By Marian SAMPSON

PALLIATIVE care is a calling.

It can be a privilege to care for someone at the end of their life, but it is also a role which nursing staff train intensely for.

The Port Stephens Palliative Care Outreach Fundraising Committee is pleased to announce a donation that will fund a scholarship to Flinders University Adelaide for Palliative Care nursing staff in the Port Stephens area to further their education in palliative care.

The scholarship will honour Rosemary Toscano and Barbara Arathoon, the founding members of the Palliative Care Fundraising Committee, who worked tirelessly for many years to raise money to support and benefit palliative care patients in the Port Stephens

area.

In 1993 this fundraising committee was formed to raise funds to have two dedicated Palliative Care rooms built at Tomaree Community Hospital.

The Constitution of the fundraising committee stated that all funds were to be used in Port Stephens.

With their objective reached in 1995 with the opening of two rooms with ensuites, the Fundraising Committee became incorporated as the Port Stephens Palliative Care Outreach Fundraisers.

The aim was to purchase equipment such as electric beds, air mattresses, oxygen concentrators and special ROHO cushions (to prevent pressure areas) to enable patients with life limiting illnesses to remain

Dear Jasminda,

A friend recently asked me if I'd like all her son's clothes that he's grown out as they would fit my son perfectly.

He always wears fashionable clothes and designer brands, so I was really happy.

When she dropped them over last week, she said, 'So, I'm only charging you $200 because we are such good friends.

They are worth so much more.' I was so taken aback that I said I'd do a bank transfer, but now I don't even want the clothes.

What should I do?

Dear Peggy,

Peggy H.

My mum, in this instance, would say, 'Take them back and throw them at her' which is her standard line for pretty much anything.

I tend to agree with her. I can understand that you may be hesitant to be confrontational as it could have an impact on your friendship, but I think that horse has already bolted.

By withholding details that would have allowed you to make an informed decision, your friend has displayed unconscionable conduct or, in layman's terms, she's given you a bum steer.

If you keep the clothes and pay for them, you'll think about this incident each time your son wears them.

I'd deliver them back to her and say, 'I had a think about you being able to get more money for the clothes, so, because we are such good friends, I'm giving you that option.'

Her reaction may help guide your decision about whether this is a friendship you want to invest any more time in.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

comfortably at home.

HNE Health has since taken control of this equipment, and the Committee made the decision to close and fund the scholarship.

Jill, one of the committee members, told News Of The Area, “The money for the scholarship was donated from the generosity of bereaved families and community organisations of the Port Stephens Shire over the years.”

Additional donations can also be made to the Scholarship Fund through Flinders University in Adelaide.

READING by Lynne Miles: John 4: 46-54 (Abridged) "On another visit to Cana, a royal official came to Jesus pleading for Him to heal his dying son. Jesus said to him, "Go home, your son lives." When the official returned home he found his son well. He asked his servants when the boy had recovered. They said, "Yesterday at 7am." The father knew that it was at exactly the time he spoke to Jesus."

Nelson Bay Golf Club Results

SUNDAY 5 FEBRUARY 2023

Mens Stableford – Xmas Bush Course

A1 Ryan Pye (9) 40

B1 Rodney Maher (18) 45

C1 David Chapman (38) 44

Women Stableford – Xmas Bush Course

A1 Julie Walker (21) 38

A2 Arja Levonpera (22) 36

B1 Karen Steinicke (42) 42

B2 Rhona Birss (33) 37

MONDAY 6 FEBRUARY 2023

Vets Div 1

1 Warren Parkinson 27

2 Peter Backe-Hansen

Vets Div 2

1 Neilson Warburton

2 Tony Johnston 24

TUESDAY 7 FEBRUARY 2023

LADIES STROKE:

A1: Jenny Bezuidenhout (17) 71 c/b

A2: Julie Newsham (22) 71c/b

A3: Dianne Moon (23) 71

B1: Janet Petith (28) 71c/b

B2: Pattie Bowden (27) 71

B3: Marg Reimer (31) 74c/b

C1: Di Brown (38) 75

C2: Linda Goudge (40) 76c/b

C3: Robyn (36) 76c/b

WEDNESDAY 8 FEBRUARY 2023

Mens Stableford: Bushbox Course

A1 Tony Short (9) 40

A2 Leonard Woods (12) 39

B1 Danny Marmo (16) 37

B2 Ray Moore (17) 36 c/b

C1 Michael Wojko (26) 40

C2 Ron Wilcock (24) 36

Mens Stableford: Christmas Course

A1 Peter Murray (14) 67

A2 Helmut Kollmann (15) 70

B1 Douglas Dohnt (21) 67

B2 Nigel Eves (20) 69 c/b

C1 Christopher Dunn (26) 69

C2 Peter Johnston (31) 70

THURSDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2023

Tanilba hosts National Catamaran Titles

FROM Page 24

They came from as far afield as the Great Lakes, Swan Lake, the South Coast, the Central Coast, Sydney, Griffith, Orange, the Blue Mountains and Canberra.

The cats raced in both single and double handed classes.

Four races were held on Saturday and three on Sunday.

The first day saw very little wind for a while as the expected nor'easter failed to arrive but conditions improved with a southerly pattern developing and making for more competitive sailing.

Indeed by late afternoon the local weather station registered gusts of around 20 kts or 37kph.

Sunday was more or less the same and the southerly if anything blew with more strength.

The flukey winds however, shifting between south and east, added an extra challenge to the day's racing.

Winners were:

1st: Daniel Johnstone in 'Still Knot’.

2nd: Stephen Backhouse in 'Prima Face'.

3rd: Jeff Reid in 'Havoc'.

4th: Rodney Anderson in 'Pointed Reply'.

5th: Michael Backhouse in ''She'll Be Right'. Learn the language of sailing

IF you want to get into the sailing game, you really need to learn another language.

For example, a parrot's beak has nothing to

do with birds.

Sheets and braces are ropes and a bowline on the bight is an essential knot for all sailors.

Boom vangs, outhauls, topping lifts, coffee grinders, cleats and Cunningham's eyes are just a few of the other gadgets that are essential for a boat's performance.

So is a trapeze which has nothing to do with the circus.

Before you set sail you would be wise to become familiar with these pieces of equipment. Learning how to reef, harden up, set a kite, luff up and reach will also be vital skills if you want to become proficient. You will also be surprised to know that sailcraft don't go their fastest with the wind behind them and a spinnaker up. Record speeds are only achievable with the wind on the beam.

Distances and speed are other things that are different.

They are measured in nautical miles and knots.

A knot is one nautical mile per hour which equates to 1.15 mph or 1.8 kph.

That's why a 20 knot wind speed is equivalent to one of 37kph.

As for fathoms and leagues, you'd best look them up for yourself.

Got you interested?

Visit Tanilba Bay Sailing Club's Facebook page or their website for more details of the regatta results and the club's operation.

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Women’s Stableford: Gymea Lily Course

A1Janette Oechsle (27) 73

A2 Dianne Moon (21) 74

A3 Barbara Frost (15) 75 c/b

B1 Susan Wilson (44) 74c/b

B2 Leonie Doust (42) 74

B3 Jeanette Knott (39) 79

Men Stableford: Gymea Lily course

Overall, Winner:

B2 Peter Campbell (15) 31

VETS THURSDAY 9 TH FEBRUARY

1: Michael King 23 2: Richard Lithgow 21

FRIDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2023

Mens Stableford: Gymea Course

A1 Geoffrey Wardle (14) 44

A2 Bob Kew (15) 37

A3 Peter Metham (15) 36

B1 John Evans (19) 36

B2 Robert Moodie (23) 35c/b

B3 Colin Clifton (20) 35c/b

C1 Frank Vandruten (28) 35

Womens Stableford: Gymea Course

A1 Susie Anderson (22) 34

A2 Sue Skinner (32) 33c/b

SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2023

Mens Stroke: Gymea Course

A1 Brian Tomlins (13) 40

A2 David Warder (10) 36c/b

B1 Martin Quirke (17) 40

B2 Mal Upton (21) 38

C1 Lee Barrett (25) 39

C2 Russ Finnerty (29) 37

Mens Stableford: Brushbox Course

A1 Scott Ferguson (13) 39

A2 Jason Gascoigne (9) 36c/b

B1 Ray Carruthers (22) 40

B2 Rex Harris (21) 38c/b

C1 Kent Williams (24) 34

C2 Richard Graystone (24) 33c/b

Women’s Stableford: Brushbox Course

Overall Winners:

1 Colleen Beattie (19) 25c/b

2 Kriss Subat (26) 25

3 Sally-Ann Roberts (20) 17

Women’s Stableford: Gymea Course

Overall Winners:

1 Barbara Frost (16) 32

2 Rita Fitzgerald (19) 31

3 Jeannie Punshon (26) 30

Tilligerry Social Golf Club

GOLF Club results for 10/2/23

Outright winner: Ron McKay 37

Runner up: Matt Baldwin 36

Bonus points winner: Sean Brennan 36

Runner up: Bob West 35 c/b

Ball winners:

Steve Walker 35

Kel Dorney 32

Colin Marsden 32

Jack Johnstone 32

Grahame Glover 31

John Clayton 30

Bradman Award: Greg Hinton

D&C4th:

A. Mark Skidmore,

B. Bill McMaster

D&C7th:

A. John Clayton, B. Peter Couvaras

NTP18th:

A. Ron McKay

Money hole.

A. Matt Baldwin, B. Bob West

Lucky number 11: Matt Baldwin

There were 17 starters.

Congratulations to all the winners. Next game 17 February. Par event.

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Photo: John and Tina Clayton.

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

THE RIGHT TABLE SHOW TIDAL VARIATIONS AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS

The time variation should be added to the corresponding Fort Denison time.

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

Graph and Times are for Sydney Fort Denison TIDE CHART - 7 DAYS THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED

The stethoscope is longer.

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4. A bone is missing from the skeleton’s ribs.

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YOU'RE JOKIN'

Why is pirating so addictive?

They say once ye lose yer first hand, ye get hooked.

How do pirates know that they are pirates?

They think, therefore they arrr.

What is a cat's favorite color?

Purrr-ple.

What song does a cat like best?

Three Blind Mice.

Where did the school kittens go for their field trip? To the mew-seum.

What kind of kitten works for the Red Cross? A first-aid kit.

Why are cats good at video games?

Because they have nine lives.

What did the cat say when he fell off the table? "Me-ow."

1 2 3 8 7 6 5 4 9 11 10 12

What is the difference between a cat that got photocopied and a cat that follows you?

One is a cat copy; the other is a copy cat.

What do you get when you cross a ball and a cat? A fur ball.

What's a cat's favorite magazine? A cat-alogue.

What cat likes living in water?

An octo-puss.

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Russel Nolland 28/06/1942 - 21/02/2022

I remember the day we met and the happy years after until you were taken from me and miss you everyday

Your loving wife Andrea, sons and family

Funeral Notice

ADAMSON

Albert Milton “Goog”

Passed away 10.2.2023

Aged 87 years

Late of Tea Gardens

Beloved husband of YVONNE. Loving father & father-in-law to STEVE & DEBBIE, WAYNE & LUA, CRAIG & DEBORAH. Much loved ‘pumps’ to KRISTIN & MARK, RYAN & MARILIA, NICOLE, & TAYLA and ‘great pumps’ of CHELSY, CHASE & TRAVIS. A dear brother, brother-in-law & uncle to the ADMASON and McKUNE Families.

Relatives and Friends of GOOG are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service in the Chapel of Lance Boots Funerals, 3 Johnson Close, Raymond Terrace this THURSDAY 16.2.2023 at 11:00am.

LANCE BOOTS FUNERALS

Phone: 49872101

www.lancebootsfunerals.com.au

Public Notices

War Medals

Top prices paid by local collector. Call Jim 0400 060 215e130723

COMPETITION WINNER!

Congratulations to Sophie M (11) from Hawks Nest who won the recent News Of The Area colouring in competition. Sophie won the opportunity to become a Koala Crusader with the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary. Well done Sophie!

For Sale

BUNNYKINS Collection

Royal Doulton Crockery

6 piece Unmarked $65 Ph 0429 410 590

CABINET 4 Door Painted Hot Pink two available $20 each Ph 02

COSMOPOLITAN

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

For Sale

GE Steam and dry iron from 60’s. Original box, exc cond. $40ono

Ph: 4981 7523

PIANO, white, good for student. $500 Ph:0466 880 639

GOLFING accessories

Golf balls - around 100? 20 cents each Golf buggy $25 Clubs and drives $2 each. Ph: 4982 2335

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

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

DARK timber four draw desk with optional upper hood three shelves also slide out laptop desk shelf. $40. Desk chair. $30 Swivel large adjustable comfortable chair. Good used Ph: 0401 546 848 Sandy, Tanilba Bay F300622

DESK 3 drawers very long 230cm. Excellent for studio or hobby. $60 Ph: 4938 5923

DINING room table extendable + 8 wicker chairs + 4 coffee tables $200 the lot. 0429485169 e160223

DVD movies incl. drama and westerns, mainly last 5-20 years. Incl 1 TV series 10x10 disks $60 Ph: 02 4966 5000 F180822

Ph: 4981 9939

GYM Form Ab Booster Plus. Brand new. $30 Ph: 4982 8628

HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable

Computer shelving $60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155 f201022

KAYAK ‘Glide Explore’ adult single, VGC inc paddle, carry strap, pole slots, net. $300! Ph 0407 414 016

LADIES E-Bike trike New, assembled, large rear basket. $850

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Tzu Puppies

1 male

1 female $2500

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Karuah Motor Yacht Club

is a sports club that is family orientated located on the Karuah River Waterfront. We are a licensed premises open every Friday night from 5:00pm for delicious meals and desserts.

0415 419 741

mail@kmyc.net.au

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Newcastle Top 40 classics 50s-70s. $90

Ph: 02 4966 5000 F180822

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

AS new single bed with base and extra length. Asking $200 0457 674 986

BABIES and Childrens clothes new, worth $1,500. Will sell $200

Ph: 0457 087 178

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

BICYCLES 1 x mens

1 x womens $50 each

Ph: 0427 879 025

BOXED board games

Rum rebellion John Sands 1980’s. Top Gear game unopened 1990’s. Scrabble game collectable 1955. All good cond. Best offers

Ph: 4981 7523 f101122

AIRCONDITIONER Portable Olimpia Splendid. As new, bargain $500. 4988 6302

DRILL Hitachi, with battery charger. $55 0457 087 178 f090223

ELECTRIC treadmill adjusts to incline Foldable. Tracks distances, times and calories. Has emergency stop function. $50 Ph: 4919 8117 f260123

ELECTRIC jigsaw Black & Decker $40. Electric planer Black & Decker $60. Ph: 4997 0611 f260123

ELECTRIC Heaters

1 Electric 700mm x 360mm 2000 watts

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

EUROPEAN Single adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses

VGC $500 each

PH: 49979797 Res3003223

EXERCISE Machine Total gym shaper plus instructions, folds up $100. Nelson Bay area Ph Ron 0478 608 379

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

ROYAL Doulton

Bone China 40 Pc 8 setting dinner set Ideal

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FRIDAY

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS

SEVEN, 7pm

FRIDAY KINGSMAN: THE SECRET SERVICE

SEVEN, 8.30pm

Director Matthew Vaughn (Layer Cake, Snatch) takes the reins for this big-budget British spy-action flick. Colin Firth (above) plays Harry Hart, a secret agent tasked with showing young recruit Gary “Eggsy” Unwin (Taron Egerton) the ropes. But it wouldn’t be an action flick without a bad guy – enter Samuel L. Jackson as an evil genius intent on wreaking havoc. Michael Caine, Mark Strong and Luke Skywalker himself Mark Hamill also make an appearance in this worthy adaptation of the comic book from Dave Gibbons and Mark Millar.

FRIDAY, February 17

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Sophie Thomson talks garden ties.

8.30 Van Der Valk. (Final, Mlv, R) Part 3 of 3. Piet van der Valk and his team investigate the murder of a fashion vlogger.

10.00 The Larkins. (PG, R) Pop is suspicious of Tom’s motives.

10.50 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

11.05 The Larkins. (Final, PG, R)

11.55 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (R)

12.35 Unforgotten. (Final, Malv, R)

1.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Reliably enthusiastic and jam-packed with home and lifestyle inspiration, this stalwart series is back with its 29th season. Tonight, there’s something sweet, something spicy and something furry. Fried rice is given a twist with Karen Martini’s rice-savvy new dish. We’ve all gone a bit gung-ho before and wound up with too much cooked rice, but Karen turns it into a win with a unique take on the Chinese staple: pink fish fried rice with nori. It’s quick, easy and oh-so pretty. Dr Harry Cooper helps a family with an 18-month-old boxer that levels their backyard every time they leave, while Graham Ross is in the Apple Isle to try a tasty new variety of strawberry.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35

A Wild

1.45 Das Boot. (Manv, R)

3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Charlie Albone explore the green side of Vancouver.

8.30 MOVIE: Kingsman: The Secret Service. (2014, MA15+lv, R) A troubled young man must prove his mettle, and save the world from a billionaire set on killing millions of people, after he is recruited as a candidate to join a secret British spy organisation. Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Samuel L Jackson.

11.15 Australian Idol. (PGl, R) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

TUESDAY INSIGHT

SBS, 8.30pm

In a world where social media helps falsehoods and antisocial wild, this current affairs stalwart is a breath of intelligent, thoughtful civilised fresh air. Presenter Kumi Taguchi returns to lead a new season of educational and thought-provoking exploration and analysis. A stand-out amongst news shows thanks to its unique first-person stories and lively audience debate, it’s no surprise Insight has gripped audiences for more than a quarter of a century. Set to explore a wide range of topics this season including identity crime and mid-life sexual awakenings, the stalwart kicks off by probing political correctness, and whether it has gone too far.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 For The Love Of Pets. (PGam)

8.30 MOVIE: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) A woman leaves her small town to find romance. Toni Collette, Bill Hunter.

10.40 MOVIE: My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2. (2016, PGs, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.20 He Said/She Said. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Take Two. (R)

6.30 The Project. Special guest is Lincoln Younes.

7.30 The Graham Norton Show. Guests include Salma Hayek.

8.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PGl, R) Comedy game show featuring comedians performing a series of tricky tasks.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Just For Laughs. (Mls, R) Hosted by Nick Cody.

11.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (Mls, R) Hosted by Nikki Osborne.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY, February 18

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage Goes Retro. (PG) 10.30 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 The Larkins. (PG, R)

2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 Marjorie Lawrence: The World At Her Feet. (PGa) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R)

6.25 Better Date Than Never. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (PGa) Nonnatus House faces its biggest threat.

8.30 Midsomer Murders: 25 Years Of Mayhem. (Mv) A 25th anniversary special exploring the enduring popularity of Midsomer Murders

9.20 Hunting The Essex Lorry Killers. (Ma, R) Takes a look at the investigation into the deaths of 39 migrants found in the back of a truck.

10.20 Miniseries: Come Home. (Mal, R)

11.20 Rage Goes Retro. (MA15+adlhnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Blue Water Safari. (PG) 10.10 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 11.05

For The Love Of Dogs: What Happened Next. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. Four Continents C’ships. H’lights.

3.30 Stonehenge: The Lost Circle Revealed. (R) 4.40 Secret Scotland. (R) 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis. (Premiere)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The World’s Most Beautiful Landscapes.

8.30 Portillo In The Pyrenees: A Spiritual Quest. (PG)

9.30 Inside Windsor Castle. (PG, R)

10.25 Great Escapes With Morgan Freeman. (Ma, R)

11.15 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. (PGals, R)

3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SUNDAY, February 19

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Blue Water Safari. (PG) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (Premiere, PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Surf Life Saving. Australian Interstate C’ships. H’lights. 4.00 ISU Figure Skating Awards. 5.30 The Abyss: The Rise And Fall Of The Nazis.

6.30 SBS World News.

6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma)

A body is found on a golf course.

8.30 Vera. (Ma) Part 1 of 4. Vera is called to a remote lighthouse where a body has been discovered lashed to a sailboat.

10.00 Miniseries: Butterfly. (Mal, R) Part 1 of 3.

10.45 Just Between Us: Family

Is What You Make It. (Ml, R)

11.45 Les Misérables. (Final, Mav, R)

1.00 Victoria. (PG, R)

1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.15 The Recording Studio. (PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

7.30 Ancient Egypt By Train. (PG)

8.30 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (PG) Part 2 of 3.

9.30 Black West. A look at the West from a black perspective.

10.30 Castles: Secrets, Mysteries And Legends. (Mahv, R)

11.35 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R)

1.30 Why We Hate. (Mav, R)

3.10 The Source. (Ma, R)

4.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing. Black Caviar Lightning Race Day and Silver Slipper Stakes Day.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

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

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Patrol. (Return, PGa) Follows New Zealand border officials.

7.30 Million Pound Pawn. (PG) Part 1 of 3. Takes a look at the world of pawnbroking in the midst of the current economic crisis.

8.30 MOVIE: The Equalizer 2. (2018, MA15+v, R) A retired CIA black ops operative is forced back into action when his friend is killed while investigating a murdersuicide and he sets out to use his resources to find the culprit and get revenge. Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Ashton Sanders.

11.00 To Be Advised.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders. (PGa) Experts help a couple in distress.

8.30 MOVIE: The Blind Side. (2009, PGdlv, R) A homeless teenager becomes a gridiron player. Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw.

11.10 MOVIE: Concussion. (2015, Mal, R)

1.30 The Pet Rescuers. (PG, R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG)

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) The lifeguards are on high alert.

6.30 To Be Advised.

7.30 NCIS. (Mv) NCIS agents investigate a suicide.

8.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) Jane, Jimmy and Sam get captured in DC by a woman claiming to be a CIA agent demanding intel from the team, and it all ties into the mysterious suicide of a popular professor.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv) The NCIS team learn that all their members have a $200,000 bounty on their heads.

10.30 FBI: International. (PGa)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.

8.45 Kylie Vs Bee Gees. (PG, R)

9.45 Maternal. (Mals) A gruelling night shift leads Helen to confide in Jack. Catherine, Maryam and her friends from mosque decide to blow off some steam with a ladies’ night out, only to encounter an unexpected emergency.

11.45 Autopsy USA: George Harrison. (Mdv, R) A look at the death of George Harrison.

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGals)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.40 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.10 Australian Crime Stories: Deadly Deception. (Mav, R)

11.15 The First 48. (Ma)

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav, R)

1.00 Explore TV. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Take Two. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 Australian Survivor. It is 21 days into the game and the recent tribe swap is breeding fear and doubt amongst the new tribes.

9.10 War Zone: Bear Grylls Meets President Zelenskyy. Bear Grylls meets Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

10.10 FBI. (Mdv, R) A young girl is kidnapped from day care.

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

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MONDAY, February 20

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Landline. (R)

11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News.

1.00 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. (PG, R) 2.00 Midsomer Murders: 25 Years Of Mayhem. (Mv, R) 3.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Home Of The Year: Scotland. 10.10 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG)

11.10 The Bridges That Built London. 12.05

WorldWatch. 2.20 Walking Britain’s Roman Roads. (PG, R) 3.15 Mastermind Aust. (R) 4.15 Britain’s Cathedrals With Tony Robinson. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

TUESDAY, February 21

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Everyone’s A Critic. (PG, R) 11.10 Aussie Inventions That Changed

The World. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Father Brown. (PG, R) 1.45 Gruen. (Ml, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.00 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Home Of The Year: Scotland. 10.10 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG)

11.00 The Bridges That Built London. 12.00

WorldWatch. 2.20 Walking Britain’s Roman Roads. (PGasv, R) 3.10 Mastermind Aust.

(PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Britain’s Cathedrals. (PGav, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: One Small Indiscretion. (2017,

6.30 The

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGs)

7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie.

9.15 Starstruck. (PG) Ordinary members of the public team up in trios to transform into some of the world’s biggest music icons.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Busted In Bangkok. (Mal, R) Follows Thailand’s tourist police.

12.00 MOVIE: Locusts. (2019, MA15+l, R) Jessica McNamee.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00

7.30 Australian Survivor. Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia.

8.40 Would I Lie To You? Australia. (Ml) Two teams, including Dave Hughes, Jacqui Lambie, Joel Creasey and Nina Oyama, go head-to-head.

9.40 Ghosts. (PGa) Freddie buys ghost-hunting equipment.

10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) A young man accidentally shoots a cop.

11.00 The Project. (R)

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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

7.30 Australian Survivor. Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia.

9.00 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS agents from Los Angeles, Washington and Hawaii investigate a suicide.

10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) Jane, Jimmy and Sam get captured.

11.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv, R) Rountree and Fatima are ambushed.

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

WEDNESDAY, February 22

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Q+A. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 Short Cuts To Glory. (R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Peer To Peer. (R) 9.35 Home Of The Year: Scotland. 10.05 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG) 11.00 The Bridges That Built London. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Insight. (R) 3.05 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Britain’s Most Historic Towns. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

THURSDAY, February 23

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 That Pacific

Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (Final) 10.10 Confucius Was A Foodie. 11.05 The Bridges That Built London. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.15 Walking Britain’s Roman Roads. (R) 3.10 Mastermind Aust. (R)

3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Britain’s Most Historic Towns. (PGavw, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R)

5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.30

World News.

7.35 From Paris To Rome With Bettany Hughes. (PG)

8.30 American Presidency With Bill Clinton: Extremism. (PG) Hosted by President Bill Clinton.

9.20 Miniseries: The Walk-In. (MA15+) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 L’Opera. (Mal, R) 11.35 The Eagle. (Malv, R)

3.55 Mastermind Australia. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Escaping The Madhouse: The Nellie Bly Story. (2019, Masv, R)

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Code 1: The Martin Place Siege. (M)

8.30 The Front Bar: All Sports Edition. (Ml) A lighter look at the world of sport.

9.30 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (MA15+l, R) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge.

10.40 The Latest: Seven News.

11.10 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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

7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PG) Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it tries to find the right fit for a man with dog-attack trauma.

8.40 Fire Country. (PGdsv) A homeowner accuses Bode’s crew of stealing a designer watch during a fire mop-up.

9.40 Bull. (Ma, R) TAC’s strategy for a client is compromised.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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

7.30 Taskmaster Australia. (PGl) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

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

9.30 The Montreal Comedy Festival.

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Ma, R) One of Cragen’s old cases is re-examined.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

National Titles

By Geoff WALKER

ONCE again, Tanilba Sailing Club was chosen to host the recent National Catamaran Titles.

It is a very popular venue for all classes of sail craft because of its central location, its shaded waterfront setting, the nearby clubhouse and the wide expanse of water for the races.

Over two days some 20 Maricats vied for the titles.

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q Action on Tanilba Bay.

Photo: John and Tina Clayton.