q Tomaree Community Hospital staff with Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson in Nelson Bay.
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More strike action for Tomaree nursing staff
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The NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) is calling for a fifteen percent pay increase, and has previously knocked back a 10.5 percent pay rise over three years.
“We feel we’re still not being heard,” said Megan Chippindale of the NSWNMA.
“We’re hoping to get community members to sign petitions to our MPs
in support of the NSWNMA campaign for better conditions.”
Despite recent satisfactory pay rises and condition settlements for some services such as NSW Fire and Paramedic staff and a historic 40 percent rise for NSW Police, the NSWNMA says its members are not being treated fairly and retention is increasingly becoming a serious issue.
“We do not begrudge the other services their pay rises, far from it, but the Government needs to understand that offering us three percent and welcoming nursing staff from New Zealand and other countries, is not the definitive answer,” said nurse Tracey Richardson.
q Spreading awareness of the reasons for the latest strike action.
“Once these new workers arrive, they’ll realise very quickly that our conditions of work and pay are still by far the worst in Australia, and they’ll either move interstate or into other areas of employment, joining the
will help us to push the message through.”
“We randomly ran into Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson,” Ms Chippindale said, “hopefully she understands our cause and
Ahead of strikes across the state last week, the NSW Government accused the union of backtracking on an agreement to accept a three percent increase.
"While the government has acted in good faith in
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION UPDATE APPLICATIONS LODGED FROM 3/11/2024 AND 10/11/2024
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More strikes are planned across NSW.
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many senior staff members we are continuing to lose.” Members moved through Nelson Bay to share their reasons for the strike.
q Staff from Tomaree Community Hospital at Nelson Bay Marina.
Emergency landing report
By Simon EKINS
THE Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has released its report into an emergency landing at Newcastle Airport earlier this year involving a light aircraft.
On 13 May, a Beechcraft King Air B200 departed Williamtown Airport on a charter flight to Lord Howe Island via Port Macquarie, with a pilot and two passengers onboard.
As the pilot retracted the landing gear during the initial climb, mechanical crunching noises were heard,
and the pilot saw that the red indicator lights on the landing gear control handle remained illuminated.
An air traffic controller visually confirmed that the nose landing gear was only partially retracted.
“Unable to extend the gear following emergency extension procedures, the pilot held for approximately four hours to burn fuel, before conducting a wheelsup landing at Williamtown with emergency services standing by,” ATSB Director Transport Safety Stuart Macleod said.
Defib and CPR training day
By Simon EKINS
WHEN a Port Stephens man recently suffered a cardiac arrest while driving, quick-thinking passersby jumped in to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), ultimately saving his life.
Thanks to their swift actions, he had a positive outcome.
Hunter Heart Safe, a Newcastle-based nonprofit organisation, is working to make stories like this more common by raising public awareness and
training in hands-only CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) use.
An AED is a portable device that can be used to treat a person whose heart has suddenly stopped working.
This condition is called sudden cardiac arrest.
AEDs are portable, lightweight and designed to be easy to use by providing step-by-step visual and audible instructions.
They are available in many public places, such as government buildings, schools, airports and other
community spaces.
Hunter Heart Safe’s mission is ambitious and essential; boosting survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest from the current ten percent to the 65 percent seen in some overseas communities.
By equipping people with these critical skills, Hunter Heart Safe is empowering communities to respond effectively in emergencies and transforming survival outcomes.
On 28 November, at Boat Harbour tennis courts,
Hunter Heart Safe will be running a free CPR and defib course from 10am.
Megan Chippindale from Hunter Heart Safe said locals were responsible for resuscitating a man that was having a cardiac arrest after he crashed into a pole.
”We are trying to get the locals and ambos responsible for saving him to the event, along with the man who survived.”
For those interested in the free training, contact meganchippindale@ outlook.com.
Many Port Stephens residents reported seeing the King Air during the pilot’s efforts to reduce the weight and danger to the aircraft and persons on board.
Once cleared by Air Traffic to land, the pilot conducted what was described by both civilian and RAAF personnel at the airport as a “textbook wheels-up emergency landing”.
The aircraft sustained minor damage, but the pilot and passengers walked away uninjured.
“Detailed examination of the steering link at the ATSB’s technical facilities in Canberra, including with the use of a scanning electron microscope, identified a preexisting fatigue crack on the fracture surface, which had initiated from a surface flaw,”
Mr Macleod explained.
“When the steering link fractured, either during takeoff or the gear retraction sequence, the nose wheel was able to rotate beyond its normal operational limits, and a significant left rotation led the nose gear shimmy damper to become jammed against a door hinge within the nose wheel well.”
During the course of the investigation, the aircraft
manufacturer advised the ATSB that it was not aware of other instances of this specific malfunction, and nor did a review of the ATSB database identify any similar occurrences involving King Airs.
“Nonetheless, King Air B200 operators and maintainers should be aware that while scheduled maintenance inspections require general inspection of the nose wheel steering parts, they do not call for a detailed inspection for cracks – such as the one which precipitated this failure,” Mr Macleod said.
The incident highlights the value of aircraft system knowledge, and resource management in resolving malfunctions and in-flight emergencies, Mr Macleod observed.
“The pilot managed fuel considerations to reduce the risk of fire, engaged company personnel and air traffic control for assistance, liaised with emergency services and prepared the passengers for the wheels-up landing, minimising the risk of injury and ensuring the evacuation was conducted safely.”
The full report can be found on the ATSB website at https://www.atsb.gov.au/ publications/investigation_ reports/2024/report/ao2024-031
q The pilot performing a ‘wheels up’ landing at Newcastle Airport. Photo: ATSB website.
q The damaged landing gear inspected in the investigation.
Photo: ATSB website.
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Antcliff to contest seat of Paterson at federal election
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as the Liberal Party candidate to contest the seat of Paterson in the next federal election.
Mr Antcliff, who grew up in Anna Bay, is the Apprentice Operations Manager at the Housing Industry Association.
In a media statement last week, the Liberal Party said Mr Antcliff “understands the pressures families are facing under the Albanese Labor Government and is committed to getting Paterson back on track”.
“Our local community needs someone who understands the cost-ofliving challenges, from rising grocery and electricity prices to skyrocketing mortgages and high interest rates, and someone who can deliver positive results rather than just talk about them,” Mr Antcliff said.
“Labor have let our community down, and the only way to give households, families and businesses the support they need is by voting Liberal and getting our economy back on track.”
Mr Antcliff’s campaign will also focus on job creation and supporting the region’s key industries.
“Too many young people are forced to move away from our beautiful area for jobs, education and career opportunities,” Mr Antcliff said.
“I’m passionate about creating these opportunities right here."
“That can only happen with a strong
economy that supports businesses and invests in education and training opportunities.”
Helping young people break into the housing market is another key aspect of the campaign.
“Through my work I know first-hand just how difficult it has been for young Aussies to achieve the dream of buying their first home.
“That’s why I’m a strong advocate for the Liberals’ Super Home Buyer Scheme, which will help first home buyers access their own money for a deposit, bringing the dream of homeownership closer.
“With the support of my local community, I will work tirelessly to bring more jobs to our region and the investment in local roads, schools and hospitals we need to support families and households.”
A day after the announcement of his pre-selection Mr Antcliff wasted no time in kicking off the pre-election debate
over offshore wind.
Speaking last Thursday at d’Albora Marinas in Nelson Bay alongside deputy opposition leader Sussan Ley, Mr Antcliff accused incumbent Paterson MP Meryl Swanson of being “asleep at the wheel” on the issue of offshore wind
development.
“If I am the Federal Member for Paterson these offshore wind turbines will not be in the area of Port Stephens,” Mr Antcliff said.
“We do not want offshore wind here in Port Stephens.”
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q Laurence Antcliff will contest the seat of Paterson in the next Federal election.
DREDGE DATE
DREDGING at three key sites of the Myall River system is expected to begin by March 2025.
The State Government says planning and preparations are now underway for the major dredging project, which it states will “provide muchneeded maintenance dredging across key waterways, supporting local boating activity and improving safety for river users”.
The dredging will focus on three locations: Corrie Channel, the Eastern Channel of the Myall River, and sand shoals downstream of the Singing Bridge at Tea Gardens.
Corrie Channel is dredged approximately every five to ten years to ensure safe passage for boats, while the Eastern Channel was
previously dredged in 2015 and 2020.
The Eastern Channel, described by the Myall River Action Group as the ‘natural channel’, will receive additional dredging to maintain safe water depths.
Areas of sand build-up downstream of the Singing Bridge, which have not been dredged before, are now identified as requiring attention to clear navigational hazards.
The project is being funded by the NSW Government, with MidCoast Council the local delivery partner.
Dredged sand will be delivered to Winda Woppa sand stockpile and Jimmys Beach for ongoing beach renourishment.
All necessary regulatory approvals have been secured, and a request for quotation
(RFQ) has been issued to contractors from Council’s Dredging Contractor Panel.
A contractor is expected to be appointed next month.
The dredging will take
place in a single block, with the entire operation expected to be completed in one continuous phase.
Plans to dredge the Myall estuary were first announced
Police step up patrols
POLICE have been increasing proactive patrols of Stockton Beach (Worimi Conservation Lands) and Samurai Beach in relation to anti-social behaviour and traffic offences on the beachfront.
NSW Police and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have
reported an increase of beach users accessing rear dunes that vehicles are prohibited from accessing.
The rear dunes are home to endangered nesting birds and are the location of various middens which require protection.
“Over the last two weeks,
police have increased patrols with the assistance of NPWS, enforcing the 40km/h speed limit and conducting mobile RBT and drug testing,” said David Donovan, Officer in Charge, Raymond Terrace Police Station.
“RBT and drug driving testing sites have also been
set up at beach entrances on Gan Gan Road, Anna Bay and at Williamtown.”
Police will increase their patrols moving into summer with several high visibility operations planned from December to February.
“It’s great news for all lovers of our waterways that we’ve got the green light to start dredging in March next year,” she said in a statement last week.
“Taking a little longer to get the job done has meant we can now deliver more dredging at more sites to improve boating access and safety.”
The State MP said the Myall Coast community had been “pushing for this project for years”.
“I want to thank the Myall River Action Group for their ongoing advocacy which has resulted in this win-win for the community and our environment,” she said.
Aside from the safety and navigational benefits, Myall River Action Group (MRAG) spokesperson Gordon Grainger said the dredging
project should improve river health.
“The blocking up of the Eastern Channel caused a change in the salinity levels in the system.
“That meant we had a loss of marine life and various fish species, together with the death of new mangroves.
“The dredging will also improve navigation and allow local ferries to continue their operations in the area.”
Mr Grainger, a long time advocate for the protection of the Myall River, thanked Ms Washington for her role in furthering the project.
“The MRAG would like to thank MP Kate Washington in achieving this outcome,” he said.
“Her dedication in working with MidCoast Council to push through the longstanding hurdles and complexities, have been truly invaluable.”
by Member for Port Stephens
Kate Washington in January.
q Drone images show the build-up of sand in the Myall River system. Photo: John Grainger.
q The dredging will focus on three locations in the Myall River system. Photo: John Grainger.
Singing wren takes out People’s Choice Award
By Jacie WHITFIELD
A PHOTO of an aanimated Superb Wren singing in the morning, took out the People’s Choice Award at the recent Tomaree Peninsula Photography Club exhibition.
Club member and avid bird photographer Colin Sheringham, graciously accepted the award for his
delightful depiction of the little bird perched on the end of a branch.
Colin told News Of The Area, “I was very surprised by the win, particularly against so many other good photos. “Superb Wrens are cute and a very popular little bird. I am sure that was the decisive factor.”
Asked how he captured the bird, Colin said, “I frequently take photos of these wrens both because of their look and also the challenge to create
a photo that stands out from being just another 'bird on a stick' photo.
“I want to capture something of the personality of the bird that people can relate to.”
Club member Glynis Quinlan said “a steady stream of visitors attended the exhibition and open day held at the Soldiers Point Bowling Club on October 19 and 20, making it one of the club’s most successful exhibitions”.
The event drew visitors
in, thanks to the quality of the photography and the range of varied activities.
These included an interactive studio flash photography demonstration and the display of a range of interesting special projects undertaken by individual club members.
The addition of large canvases and framed photos also added to the more regular-sized photos in mattes.
Government crackdown on port protest 'unprecedented'
By Samantha LOCK, AAP
A SWEEPING exclusion zone surrounding a shipping channel to the world's biggest coal port is unprecedented overreach and a threat to democracy, climate protesters
say, vowing to continue to rally against the terminal.
The NSW government issued an order to organisers on Friday night, declaring a wholesale exclusion zone around the Port of Newcastle during a planned protest
from November 22 to 24.
The order under the Marine Safety Act 1998 bars any unauthorised watercraft other than commercial vessels to enter the zone.
Police and NSW Maritime vessels will patrol the area across the five days and anyone who breaches the zone will face a maximum $1100 fine.
It follows an order from the NSW Supreme Court last week deeming a planned floating blockade an unauthorised assembly after police moved to deny organisers a permit.
Hundreds of protesters were expected to take to the water in small craft for 30 hours, preventing access to the coal export terminal.
Activist group Rising Tide were revising their plans to paddle on the harbour, saying protesters would not enter the shipping channel.
Group spokesman Zack Schofield said the latest measure was an "unprecedented blanket ban" and would in effect make the harbour off limits to the public.
"The NSW government is throwing the kitchen sink at us to suppress the right to assemble on public water," he told AAP on Saturday.
Mr Schofield said the "incredibly excessive" new powers would mean locals risked arrest and fines by swimming at Nobbys Beach, Horseshoe Beach and Newcastle Beach.
"It is an abuse of power for the government to shut down a public waterway to protect the interests of coal companies rather than allowing citizens to peacefully protest for a safe future," he said.
But a spokesperson for NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen said the right to protest must also be viewed alongside what was a reasonable impact on the community.
"We have already seen actions by protest groups that shut down passenger and freight services on the Hunter Line, putting rail workers, emergency services personnel and the protesters themselves in danger.
Mr Schofield said the group had organised the events 12 times with no serious safety incidents and had co-operated with NSW Police.
"On Thursday we met with local police commanders who assured us we would be able to paddle out," he said. NSW Police said the force "continues to liaise with stakeholders to ensure the safety of users of the Port of Newcastle during an upcoming planned assembly".
"The government does not want to see these same groups endangering maritime workers, police and themselves out on the water while the safe navigation of Newcastle Harbour is disrupted."
q Female Superb Wren captured by Colin Sheringham.
q Protesters are barred from areas such as Horseshoe Beach under the Port of Newcastle exclusion zone. Photo: Jeremie Canavesio/AAP PHOTOS. Authorised by Kate Washington MP,
Panel to let housing developers bypass council scrutiny
By Luke COSTIN, AAP
LARGE-SCALE housing proposals will be allowed to avoid council as Australia's most expensive housing market gets worse under decade-low approvals.
From early 2025, housing developments of about 100 homes in greater Sydney will be able to bypass council approval and seek assessment from a new three-person panel.
Regional NSW development of about 40 homes or more can also access the new pathway.
Projects reliant on rezoning could also make applications to the threemember Housing Delivery Authority, getting around council restrictions.
It comes after new monthly approvals slumped recently to their lowest level in 11 years.
The annual home construction rate now sits at five new dwellings per 1000 people - the lowest rate in the country.
The announcement of the authority, made last Friday afternoon without a press conference, was
quickly met with developer applause and council condemnation.
"Time and the cost of money in interest payments are too high and the system needs to speed up - too many young people are leaving NSW," Urban Taskforce chief executive Tom Forrest said.
"This is a big and bold reform."
Urban Development Institute of Australia said the new authority would give greater certainty to the industry and a clearer pathway to address the housing crisis.
"It's vital that where projects stack up, we move them from concept to keys in a door as quickly as possible," the institute's NSW chief executive Stuart Ayres said.
But councils were scathing about the "Christmas gift for developers".
"Removing councils from the spot rezoning process means removing the community's voice," Local Government NSW president Darriea Turley said.
"It will give developers a clear run to propose their
own height limits, density and green space settings.
"It means that developers will now run our communities, not residents."
She said the overwhelming cause of delays were infrastructure delivery issues, cost of materials, labour and financing - not councils, as the state government often said.
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Infrastructure NSW - all answerable to ministers - will make up the new authority.
They will be able to approve developments above an estimated cost of $60 million in Sydney and $30 million in regional NSW, and nominate rezonings for projects that would deliver significant housing uplift.
Rezonings will be overseen by the planning department, with proposals considered against a set of criteria "consistent with the
state's housing priorities".
The government said the reforms would reduce the number of large and complex development applications that councils are required to assess each year, freeing them up to assess less complex development applications before them.
Almost four in ten development applications in NSW are not assessed on time.
"NSW needs significant new housing supply near
existing infrastructure but at the same time too many well-located areas in Sydney have put too many barriers up for too long," Premier Chris Minns said.
The previous Labor government in 2005 introduced controversial bypasses that benefited large-scale developments. Those planning powers were returned to councils in one of the coalition's first moves after winning the 2011 election.
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q Councils are unhappy that development applications can instead be assessed by a new panel. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS.
Meet Your Council: Rosalyn Armstrong
By Lindsay HALL
THIS week, News Of The Area speaks to newly-elected Port Stephens councillor, Rosalyn Armstrong.
Who are you and where do you come from?
I am a long term resident of the area.
I moved here from Sydney in 1979 and in 1980 I opened the first coffee shop in Shoal Bay.
I have two adult children, both of whom went to school here. Now, when they visit, we often reminisce about my love affair with the community [including]:
• being on the executive of the Nelson Bay Chamber of Commerce
• a director of Harbourside Haven
• president of Port Stephens Childcare Group, which successfully lobbied Council for safe and secure childcare through vacation care and family day care
• Vice President of the Port Stephens Festival team, which raised funds for the new polyclinic after the hospital on the hill closed, [as well
as] Harbourside Haven Nursing Home. Today, after a 30-year career managing community services, I… describe myself as a community volunteer and advocate.
• I am a past president of Soldiers Point Community Group
• a member and past executive member of the Tomaree Residents and Ratepayers Association
• an ordinary member of the Tomaree Headland and Heritage Group
• a volunteer with the Mambo Wanda Landcare Group.
Was there a particular impetus for your involvement in local government?
I’m currently the President of the Tomaree Branch of the Australian Labor Party and my interest in local government started in the early eighties when, as a member, I first ran for Council on the Labor ticket headed by John Nell. Has it been a natural extension of your career and other community involvement?
Absolutely.
When you volunteer in a community you very quickly find out what is good and not so good about it.
Also the ALP branch system is designed to encourage people to be active in their community, not only on Federal and State matters but also about creating a liveable community for everyone.
What do you believe is the key to an effective Local Council?
Good financial management and communication and transparency in decision making.
Meaning, a council that communicates with residents and stakeholder groups about matters that impact their lives and enables them to know the when, why and how decisions are made.
A good example of this is when now Mayor, Leah Anderson, came forth with information, not previously available to her as a local government candidate, about the appalling state of council finances in 2021.
Once she was made aware of the situation she insisted the council engage in a program of consultation about why a rate increase was needed and how much this should be.
The outcome was a much smaller rate rise than was originally proposed but it meant that the budget was
balanced and there was more money than ever before to spend on roads.
What unique qualities and/or perspective do you bring to Port Stephens Council?
I consider myself to have had a very broad life experience and that, combined with a wellrounded education and a positive perspective on life, will enable me to consider different perspectives of any matter before council.
My long-term career in service delivery management has honed my listening skills, which will stand me in good stead for working closely with the community as well as council staff and my fellow councillors.
Do you feel there have been any particular demographics of the Port Stephens community that have been underrepresented, or issues that have gone unaddressed, to which you would like to draw attention?
Community demographics are dynamic.
When I first came to live on the Tomaree Peninsula, nineteen percent of the families had solo parents while nearly 50 percent were either small business owners or workers in small
Positive Behaviour for Learning
MORE local students have been recognised for their positive behaviour and actions through the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program.
Irrawang High School (IHS) is one of nine local schools to take part.
“At school, students are rewarded each week for demonstrating our school values of ‘Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best’,” an IHS spokesperson told NOTA.
Last week’s nominees:
Irrawang Public SchoolJacob was nominated by his peers for always having joy and dedication to his work. Whenever asked, he is willing to help out both his classmates and teachers.
Raymond Terrace Public School - Noah was a wonderful helper when we had a brand new student attending for transition. Noah helped the student by stopping mid game and explained that in soccer we don't pick the ball up and
businesses.
That demanded demographic family-focused activities like the Family Day Care program that was started in the early '80s and a capital works program to enhance the Nelson Bay CBD and bring about our lovely outdoor eating strip.
Today, health, allied health, aged care and tourism are our main industries and workers are in short supply because of the lack
showed the student all the right things to do whilst playing.
Grahamstown Public School - Stella and her sister made a wonderful large donation of items they had collected in the community, and from local businesses, to support students in a remote school in Bali. They were fortunate in visiting the school to give their items.
Irrawang High SchoolLatayiah spent many months designing the new school rugby league jumpers, and after consultation with the AECG, they were finally presented to the students last week. They look amazing and we appreciate all your hard work.
Hunter River High SchoolMarley has been nominated for his exceptional performance Marley has been nominated for his exceptional performance in community football.
of affordable housing and public transport. Council needs to work very closely with State and Federal governments to secure the infrastructure and housing needed to sustain these service industries while our natural environment needs to be protected so Destination Port Stephens can continue to attract visitors with their “Incredible By Nature” slogan.
Salt Ash Public SchoolCharles always shows PBL values and sets an example for other students.
Medowie Public School - Eleanor has utilised PBL expectations by guiding, encouraging and supporting fellow competitors at Physie competitions.
Seaham Public School - Indiana was observed supporting kindergarten students in the playground. Indiana spent her playtime guiding several younger students and helping them to make beaded jewellery.
Karuah Public SchoolChaise is nominated for finding some money in the playground that two kindergarten students had lost. Chaise spent his whole break time trying to locate the students and reunite them with their lost money.
q Councillor Rosalyn Armstrong.
q Award nominees with their awards and teaching staff at Raymond Terrace MarketPlace.
Nelson Bay remembers
By Simon EKINS
AN impressive turnout of locals ranging from young pupils from St Philip's school in Salamander Bay to some of the oldest veterans in NSW, paid their respects to Australia’s fallen during Nelson Bay’s Remembrance Day service.
The anniversary has long been significant for Australian veterans, their families and descendants.
At 5am on 11 November 1918, three German government representatives accepted the Armistice terms presented to them by allied commander General Ferdinand Foch of the French Army.
The Armistice became effective the same day and the four-year long First World War ended.
After World War II, the Australian Government agreed to the United Kingdom’s proposal that Armistice Day be renamed Remembrance Day to commemorate those who were killed in both World Wars.
In October 1997, the then Governor-General issued a proclamation declaring 11 November Remembrance Day; a day to reflect on the sacrifice of all those who had died for Australia in wars and conflicts.
The poppy was
immortalised in LieutenantColonel John McRae’s poem “In Flanders Fields” from 1915, and became the enduring symbol of war for veterans.
Like everywhere else in Australia holding this ceremony, members of the public were invited to attend the Remembrance Service at the War Memorial in Apex Park, Nelson Bay.
RSL sub-Branch President Mark Balsarini introduced the proceedings, followed by The Vale read by John Collins from Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch’s Welfare Office, addresses by RAAF Base Williamtown's 3 Squadron personnel, and prayers led by the Base Padre.
After wreath laying by various local organisations and offices, The Ode was given by Mark Balsarini.
The Ode is from the poem “For the Fallen” written by Laurence Binyon in 1914.
“They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old.
“Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
“At the going down of the sun and in the morning.
“We will remember them.”
The Last Post was then played over the PA system provided by local veterans Danny and Neil from Zenith Sound, followed by the all important one minute silence, used as a sign of respect and a time for reflection.
Medowie-Williamtown
q Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch President Mark Balsarini.
The New Zealand and Australian National Anthems rounded off the service.
q Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch Welfare Officer John Collins.
q Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson preparing to lay a wreath.
q Veterans Danny and Neil from Zenith Sound.
q The Padre and 3 Squadron personnel from RAAF Williamtown.
q The impressive turnout at Nelson Bay.
Rotary Clubs hold junior schools writing competition
By Simon EKINS
ROTARY Clubs from Medowie, Salamander Bay and Raymond Terrace combined forces last week to present prizes in the Junior Schools Writing Competition.
Emceed by Past District Governor Helen Ryan from the Medowie-Williamtown Rotary Club, the event was hosted at the Greenhouse, Pacific Dunes, on Wednesday 13 November.
In attendance was Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson, members of
Medowie, Salamander Bay and Raymond Terrace Rotary Clubs, and pupils from eight different schools across the region along with their families.
After Mayor Anderson’s Acknowledgement of Country address, Helen Ryan began proceedings by explaining Rotary Australia’s ethos.
“Our primary focus is on service above self,” said Helen, “but Rotary also has a very strong philosophy of philanthropy, and anyone is welcome to become a volunteer Rotarian.
“One of our areas of focus is basic education and literacy, which is the foundation of this writing competition."
“We received 214 entries this year from eight schools and we had two age groups, six to nine years where there were 79 stories entered and ten to twelve years, where we had 143 stories.
"The title theme for the six to nine year group was 'The Night Before Christmas' and the ten to twelve age group was 'Time Travel'.”
Competition judges from the Tomaree and Raymond
Terrace writers groups had their work cut out for them in picking the following winners.
• Age 6-9 Group: Isabelle Jonas, 1st prize; Ivy Brown, 2nd prize; Alyssa Singh, 3rd prize.
• Age 10-12 Group: April Turner, 1st prize; Mia Johnson, 2nd prize; Austin Hochkins, 3rd prize
In congratulating students, Mayor Anderson
Daughters and Dads sports program
By Lindsay HALL
AN initiative to improve physical and mental wellbeing for young girls while simultaneously providing an opportunity to improve connections with their Dads, is being offered in Port Stephens.
Daughters & Dads Active and Empowered is
a program developed by Professor Phillip Morgan of the University of Newcastle.
It has already seen great engagement in the Hunter region and is currently being rolled out across NSW.
“Body image and self esteem are major issues,” said Prof. Morgan in his introduction to the program.
“Part of the problem is that girls are marginalised in sports and exercise contexts and society constantly bombards them with pervasive cultural messages that value them more for how they look than for who they are or what they can do.”
It was from a desire
to address this issue while engaging fathers as “agents of change” that Prof. Morgan developed Daughters and Dads.
Jacob Springfield, a teacher and resident of Port Stephens, has been asked to bring the program to this area.
“I am personally involved in the program
said: “Your stories are creative and inspiring and you are all winners.”
Past District Governor Brian Coffey took the podium to champion what the Rotary organisation does for the youth of Australia.
“I’m part of the Rotary Club in East Maitland and we now have members from 20 to 70-years-old, so it’s a very diverse organisation,” he said.
“We’ve been around as
from studying it at university as an elective subject of my teaching degree,” said Jacob, who is working to build support and sponsorship so it can operate in Port Stephens.
“As part of this program you have to attend some of the sessions in the community and I thought it was so amazing and my keenness must have shown.”
Jacob is excited for the
an organisation since 1905, and we’ve been in Australia since 1921, but in 1949 Rotary adopted the slogan 'Every Rotarian an Example to Youth'.
“From then, Rotary gave a commitment to the community and to serve young people."
For more information on Rotary’s youth programs visit rotary.org/en/ourprograms/youth-programs
chance to make a difference for families in his backyard, and is encouraging any fathers who have young daughters to check out and register for the program.
“I have always been pushing to run this in Port Stephens and finally have the chance now.”
For more information, visit Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered Port Stephens Facebook page, or daughtersanddads.com.au.
Exhibitions showcase wetland wanderers
By Simon EKINS
THREE art exhibitions in Port Stephens highlight the international journey of migratory birds and the importance of conserving wetlands.
Works by students who participated in workshops at five local schools are being exhibited at the Community Arts Centre (Westralia
Room) in Nelson Bay, until 14 December.
An exhibition by members of the Community Arts Centre, themed on wetlands, will be held in the Main Gallery until 17 December.
A third exhibition with a focus on shorebirds is being held this month at the Artisan Collective, d’Albora Marinas, featuring works by Alison Ellis, Greg Salter and Maria
Hine.
The current street art in Yacaaba Park, Nelson Bay, is also based on a wetland theme, highlighting the bird migration.
Port Stephens, Newcastle and Kushiro in Hokkaido Japan, this year celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Sister Wetlands Affiliation, which focuses on the conservation and wise use of wetlands.
To help generate awareness, Port Stephens Sister Cities Committee initiated an educational workshop program for schools in the municipality, including Bobs Farm Public School, St Michael’s Primary School, St Philip’s Christian College, Soldiers Point Public School, Tomaree High School and Tomaree Public School. Members of the Hunter Bird Observers Club, an affiliate of Birdlife Australia,
worked with teachers and students on projects to familiarise them with the amazing journey of birds between the northern and southern hemispheres, including some species travelling up to 14,500 km twice a year.
Port Stephens, Newcastle and Kushiro share the shorebird species Latham’s Snipe (Gallinago hardwickii).
About 30,000 travel 8500 km between Hokkaido and the
Hunter estuary each year. The wetlands include areas designated under the Ramsar Convention as Wetlands of International Importance.
The three municipalities renewed the affiliation with a formal signing in Newcastle on 15 November, attended by the Mayor of Kushiro, Hidenori Tsuruma, visiting with a delegation from the Kushiro International Wetlands Centre (KIWC).
q Winners of the 10-12 age group with Mayor Anderson.
q Winners of the 6-9 age group with Mayor Anderson.
q School teacher Sarah Seager with works by Tomaree High School students.
q Artist Anne-Maree Hunter hanging works by St Michael’s Primary School students.
Quilts of comfort for Nexus Unit
By Chris KARAS
A VARIED group of local quiltmakers have banded together to support children and adolescents with mental health illnesses.
Clare Fairless recently displayed 35 quilts at her
Never Ending Quilting studio at Medowie as part of her fifth annual community Quilt Challenge, which raises funds for the Nexus Unit at Newcastle’s John Hunter Hospital.
The quilts were made by a group of ladies who all took
up the challenge to make a quilt using the same artist themed fabric pack.
The women had fifteen weeks to complete their quilt using any design, and by adding colours and fabrics of their own choosing.
This resulted in a fabulous variety of finished items.
All quilts are donated to the Nexus Unit as a comforter
for adolescents who find themselves struggling through a rough patch.
“The Quilt Challenge sends a message that we care,” Clare said.
“These quilts are just like a portable hug.
“When these young people are at their lowest point they need to know that there are people in the
community who care about them.
“We want them to feel valued and loved.”
Clare said she is always impressed by the creativity and dedication of the participants, who range from locals to quiltmakers from as far away as Darwin, Melbourne and Canberra.
She is already in the
planning stages for the 2025 Challenge.
Along with the open air display of the quilts, Clare delivers an online presentation for those unable to attend.
Details can be found on the Never Ending Quilting Facebook page.
Coasties continue to raise funds for Country Hope
By Lindsay HALL
HOW far would you go for a child in need?
If one were to ask that question of Darren James and his partner Karen Jones, you might get a surprisingly specific response - 615.5 kilometres, at least.
That is the distance between Barmera in South Australia and Hillston in NSW, which are the start and end points of the 2025 Riverina Outback Rally.
Darren and Karen will join other teams in raising funds for Country Hope, an organisation that supports children and their families living in outback towns following the diagnosis of cancer or another lifethreatening illness.
“This is our seventh year doing the rally and, personally, my partner Karen and I have raised over $150,000 to dateand rising,” Darren said.
“Our car, a Toyota Camry
1996 wagon, donated to us by Kim Burton of Port Stephens Toyota, is still going today.
“It has been through the Strzelecki Desert, over the Flinders Ranges, up into outback Queensland and much more.”
Each team that participates in the rally is responsible for raising funds prior to the event.
This year Country Hope has set a target of $400,000 and The Coasties (Darren and Karen’s team name) have pledged to raise at least $15,000.
A part of their tried-andtrue strategy developed over the past seven years is an annual event known as the Pig Races, held at the Anna Bay Tavern.
“The old licensee of the Tavern, Ian ‘Thommo’ Thompson, was one of our number one supporters.
“He passed away last year from pancreatic cancer, sadly, but the pig races are now
known as Thommo’s Country Hope pig races.
More immediately, however, Darren and Karen are focused on an event to be hosted by Nostimos in Nelson Bay.
The ”Greek Islands Sunday Sesh” will be held on Sunday 24 November from 3pm to 8pm.
“Nostimos came on board this year after we approached them for a venue to host.
“Other businesses have held our events over the years but we like to share it around.”
The Coasties love the camaraderie experienced during the rally.
“Our rally family are the most diverse bunch of larrikins you have ever met, and last year raised over $605,000 between 70 cars.
“We only know where we start and where we finish. In between is a mystery.”
The funds raised enable Country Hope to offer
significant ongoing support to families learning how to cope with life-threatening illness, providing opportunities for connection with others going through similar difficulties and even walking the journey of grief for those families who have lost loved ones.
Country Hope’s primary
Wishing Tree Appeal launched
By Simon EKINS
THE Christmas spirit was on display at the Salamander Shopping Centre for the launch of Kmart’s 37th annual Wishing Tree Appeal.
Together with founding partner The Salvation Army, the store is once again calling on the community’s support to help families in need.
Manager Jamie said it was “fantastic” to see so many members of the community at the launch.
“We’re pleased to have Soldiers Point Public School here and local group Seaside
Singers to help… spread that awareness of giving back to the community over the Christmas period”.
Last year, the public donated over 348,000 gifts and $512,000 to the Salvation Army cause.
This year, Kmart is aiming to raise one million dollars and to collect 400,000 gifts in what is Australia’s largest and longest running gift collection drive.
Both gifts and monetary contributions are welcome in-store and online from now until Tuesday, 24 December.
After a welcome address
by Jamie at last Wednesday’s event, pupils from Soldiers Point Public School delivered a beautiful vocal performance for the large crowd.
This was followed by an amazing solo clarinet performance by April Turner.
The Port Stephens ‘Seaside Singers’ then performed Christmas tunes, brightening everyone's shopping experience.
The Seaside Singers are always on the lookout for volunteers to join the group.
Anyone interested can contact seasidesingers.com. au.
initiative has been the “Time Out for Life” holiday camps, which were started for the purpose of bringing a time of joy into the lives of children living with cancer along with their siblings.
“We became involved to help out the people in the country when they were in
major drought, but they also had to deal with the hardships of sick children.
“Our motto is ‘Doin' it for the kids'.”
For more details, contact Karen on 0404 881 588, Darren on 0401 587 444 or Jon or Clint at Nostimos on 02 4062 8898.
q Clare Fairless with some of the quiltmakers and visitors at the Medowie community Quilt Challenge display.
q Clare Fairless displays one of the quilts at her Medowie studio.
q Darren (middle) with participants in the Riverina Outback Rally.
q Solo clarinet performance by Soldiers Point pupil April Turner.
BUSINESS SHOWCASE
End of life planning
A BEAUTIFUL
Life Funerals
opened its new Morpeth premises a little over a month ago and is now serving the communities of Morpeth, Dungog, Port Stephens and surrounding areas.
Owner Sharon Tolcher said it has been incredible to witness the community support and the talent of local creatives.
“We have gorgeous cotton and lace shrouds being made for us in Dungog, precious ceramic urns for ashes from Raymond Terrace and the Morpeth Men’s Shed are making artisan timber boxes out of locally sourced timber so that ashes can be returned in a dignified manner.
“We also have a local team of gentle souls to assist with pastoral care and vigils if needed.”
To best prepare families, A Beautiful Life Funerals will be holding regular Pre-Need Funeral Planning and End of Life Wishes Workshops.
The first one will be held on 11 December at A Beautiful Life Funerals at 3/142 Swan Street, Morpeth from 4-6pm.
“Numbers will be limited to eight to make for easier conversation, and we will have Ruth Boydell and Bernadette Connolly who
both have rich experience as end of life doulas to share their thoughts and answer your questions,” Sharon said.
“We don’t want this to be a difficult conversation for people and in our experience people love to talk about their options if given the opportunity.
“We will be providing Boydell’s wine and a cheese and fruit plate and cannot wait to share the afternoon in some wonderful
conversation.
“You will leave with your Advanced Care Directive, End of Life Wishes and Funeral Plan.
"Please email care@ abeautifullifefunerals to save your seat.”
Sharon said being uncomfortable discussing death and dying was a part of Australian culture.
“We are noticing that on many occasions families have not discussed their
wishes with each other and then sadly when an unexpected death occurs there is compounded distress for those left behind when making the many decisions that are needed to plan a funeral or memorial service.
“In our culture here in Australia many of us are not good at talking about this really important life event.
“We plan our weddings and other major milestones
for many months or even years but find it hard to talk about our wishes at the end of our beautiful life.
“It takes courage to think about your own mortality and create a gift of insight for those you love and those that care for you.
“It is a great act of empowerment and can bring great comfort and a healthier bereavement to those left behind.”
q A Beautiful Life Funerals will be holding regular Pre-Need Funeral Planning and End of Life Wishes Workshops.
• Welcome to a spacious home perfect for family living and entertaining.
• The home includes four bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes, and a main bedroom featuring a walk-in robe and ensuite.
• Multiple living areas provide plenty of space, including a formal lounge, family room, rumpus, and formal dining.
• Enjoy the expansive covered entertaining area overlooking a level yard, ideal for children, pets, or a future pool.
• Two separate driveways lead to a double garage and a carport, perfect for boats, caravans, or a tradesperson’s trailer.
• Ducted air-conditioning.
• Conveniently located near schools, shopping, beaches, and public transport.
• Situated opposite a bushland reserve, with glimpses of sparkling water at Salamander Bay.
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• Easy walking distance to shops, beaches and public transport
• Low maintenance living with plumbing ready for internal laundry
• Tranquil and private top floor location
• Perfect holiday escape with activities close by
• Two bedrooms with built ins and ceiling fans
• Spacious bathroom with corner bath
• Functional kitchen, perfect for quick holiday food prep
• Tidy lounge and dining with comfortable seating
• Balcony with seating for four and bushland views
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• Large resort pool with wading area and
and
and
QUIET HOLIDAYS AWAIT
Art deco-inspired Louisa Court
3/49 Donald Street, Nelson Bay
2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
Price: $549,900 New listing
NESTLED in the heart of Nelson Bay, this charming unit occupies the second floor of the iconic "Louisa Court”, an art deco-inspired landmark.
Featuring two large bedrooms and spacious open plan living and dining areas, it offers both comfort and style.
High ceilings and ornate cornices enhance its character, complemented by a northerly aspect that fills the space with natural light.
Leave the car behind, with cafes, restaurants, public transport, and shops just steps away, and the D’Albora Marina a short 350m stroll.
Additional highlights include low-maintenance living, plumbing for an
internal laundry, and a vibrant neighbourhood offering unparalleled convenience.
Whether you seek lively local vibes or a serene coastal lifestyle, this property delivers both.
Key Features:
• Spacious living/dining with high ceilings and ornate cornices
• Northerly aspect for abundant natural light
• Generously proportioned bedrooms
• Central, convenient location
• Low maintenance, with plumbing for internal laundry
• Proximity to cafes, restaurants, shopping, public transport, pristine beaches, and d'Albora Marina.
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Seawinds Village
Nelson Bay Bowling Club
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Woolworths Nelson Bay
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Coles Express Servo Nelson Bay
Seabreeze Hotel
Port Stephens Visitor Info Centre
Tackleword Port Stephens
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
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Streamlining the DA process
PORT Stephens Council has launched a new initiative aimed at making the Development Application (DA) process easier for residents and businesses.
The ‘Demystifying Development Applications’ video series coincides with Council's Housing Delivery Program, funded by the Australian Government's Housing Support Program.
The program targets the construction of 11,100 new homes across Port Stephens to help address the expected population growth of 20,000 people over the next 20 years.
Mayor Leah Anderson says that the Housing Delivery Program is a game-changer for Port Stephens.
“The Housing Delivery Program includes
a range of initiatives to streamline the DA process and make it easier, quicker and more affordable for homeowners and businesses to turn their building dreams into reality," Mayor Anderson said.
“For those wanting to undertake simple home improvements to those looking to develop their property – the DA process can often feel overwhelming.
“The Demystifying
Development Applications campaign is one of our first steps to help simplify the process and make applying for a DA less daunting for our community.
“This easy to follow guide walks homeowners through the process in just five simple steps –from determining if you need a DA, preparing the application, and how to track it once lodged.
“By simplifying the DA process, we hope to empower everyday people
to build and improve their properties,” Mayor Anderson added.
In June this year, Council endorsed the Port Stephens Local Housing Strategy and the Port Stephens Housing Supply Plan, which focus on addressing issues around housing diversity, affordability and supply. It identifies what types of housing can be built, where new homes can be located and what’s required to support new development.
New and old faces elected onto TRAA committee
THE Tomaree Ratepayers and Residents Association (TRRA) held its annual general meeting in mid-October at the Nelson Bay Bowling Club with a good representation of the membership in attendance.
In his Annual Report Vice-President Richard Davis congratulated Leah Anderson on her election as Mayor and Roz Armstrong, Nathan Errington and Mark Watson on their election as East Ward councillors.
The TRRA committee for 2024-25 is as follows:
President: Richard Davis.
Secretary: Amanda Noble.
Members’ Secretary: Robyn Williams.
Treasurer: Dennis Pittornino.
Planning Assessment: Nigel Waters.
Committee members: Geoff Washington, Roz Walsh, Tanya Martin and Alistair Waddell.
A general meeting followed the AGM,
during which several matters of interest were discussed.
Invited to speak, newly elected Mayor Leah Anderson said housing was a high priority on Port Stephens Council’s agenda.
“The State Government requires Port Stephens to have 11,000 new dwellings over the next 20 years to accommodate an additional 20,000 residents,” newly elected TRRA President Richard Davis told NOTA in a statement.
“Developers will need to be enticed to target Raymond Terrace and Karuah for such
considerable growth.”
TRRA member Irene Jones gave an update from a September meeting she participated in with Transport for NSW that focused on jet ski regulation.
“A proposed ban on personal watercraft (PWC) off Dutchies is being considered and also a restriction on PWC movements within 200m of the entire Port Stephens foreshore.
“The latter will require legislation,” Mr Davis said.
“Maritime will be conducting extra patrols this coming holiday season.”
Tough conditions
By Thomas O'KEEFE
RACERS from across the country descended upon the area for the 2024 fisiocrem Triathlon Hawks Nest on Saturday 16 November.
As a king’s ransom in cycling equipment lay in wait upon the parking lot at Providence Bay Park, the Tea Gardens Lions barbeque team set up to feed the masses a high protein menu, before they took off to swim, cycle and run all around paradise.
“We have more than 700 racers, coming from North Queensland, Victoria, Canberra, even Darwin,” said Christie from organisers Elite Energy.
“[It was] a much broader interstate turnout than previous years.”
Christie said people take on the intense physical challenge for a variety of reasons.
“There are some amazing stories why people are running,” she said.
“Some run for charity, some for personal reasons, like one Mum whose daughter lost her battle with breast cancer. She
TRRA Planning Assessment spokesperson Nigel Waters gave a briefing on issues impacting Shoal Bay, including foreshore erosion, concerns with road access, and Council’s Coastal Management Program.
He also updated members on the ongoing battle in relation to Soldiers Point Marina, the proposed housing development on the north side of Gan Gan Road at Anna Bay and gave an explanation of ‘Zombie’ development applications.
was a regular at this race, so her Mum is here to race in her honour today.”
Swarms of spandex-suited swimmers were led up the hill to Bennetts Beach, where they fully confronted the utterly treacherous conditions awaiting them.
Relentless onshore winds whipped up two-metre waves, there were numerous rips, and the waterline was dotted with washedup blue bottles, giving plenty of warning of what they were literally diving into.
Two of the marker buoys had to be hauled in as race conditions changed.
“We have 22 volunteers from Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) looking after
water safety today, armed with a jet ski, IRBs and our new tractor,” explained SLSC President Rebecca Curtis.
“Many are from the youth section, stepping up more into the water safety environment.”
Due to weather conditions, the scheduled ‘Try-a-Tri’ event had to be cancelled.
“The conditions were just not great for untested triathletes to have their first go out there,” Club Captain Wayne Bower said.
This year’s event commentator, Nat Heath, whose voice could be heard across Hawks Nest, was the CEO of TriMob, a 100 percent First Nations-led organisation committed to empowering Indigenous Australians to improve
their health and wellbeing through the sport of triathlon.
“It’s good to have an event in the Barrington Coast area,” said Nat, who grew up in Forster.
“The range of events provides something for everyone, and we have good female participation.
“It’s good for the local economy too.”
Many more locals and their clubs volunteered at the event, marshalling and directing the racers, or keeping them hydrated along the way, including the Pindimar-Bundabah Community Association, Pearls of Port Stephens, and the Myall Park Tennis and Pickleball Club, to name a few.
Earthquake risk to Dutton's reactors
DEAR News Of The Area,
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Muswellbrook again last week and led to a sudden power outage affecting 2,732 homes and businesses.
Had there been one of Dutton's nuclear reactors operating in the Muswellbrook area, such an uncontrolled power outage would have disrupted the reactor cooling system pumps, rapidly leading to a loss-of-coolant accident affecting the highly radioactive nuclear reactor core.
Loss of coolant results in sudden uncontrolled overheating and potential core meltdown.
The reactor pipes and containment would be damaged and massive volumes of hazardous radionuclides would have leaked out into the atmosphere near Muswellbrook
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN
and nearby rivers and farmlands.
Such a nuclear disaster would endanger hundreds of thousands of residents of Muswellbrook and the Upper Hunter Valley, exposing them to carcinogenic radiation for weeks or longer.
Who will protect us from such unforeseen nuclear accidents?
The Big Screen
By Lindsay HALL
THE Christmas theme takes a rest this week to make room for one of the biggest swings of the year, Wicked: Part One
Yes, the carols may not be playing but you can expect people to be singing at the top of their lungs during this adaptation of the immensely successful musical (itself an adaptation of a 1995 novel).
Directed by John Chu (Crazy Rich Asians) and starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the story is a precursor to The Wizard of Oz, told from the perspective of the young woman who will one day become The Wicked Witch of the West.
Brand new songs were written for this screenplay, which means it at least has something different to offer fans who have already seen the stage production several times.
Early reactions have been positive, praising both the performances and the incredible visuals which open up the world of Oz a bit more than you’ll find in most theatres.
For those wanting something much smaller in scale, Aussie dramedy Strange Creatures is in cinemas for a limited run.
Brothers Ged (Johnny Carr) and Nate (Riley Nottingham) haven’t spoken in years, but come together when their mother unexpectedly dies.
Despite being unwilling to talk about the rift between them, they feel compelled to honour their mother’s final wish that her ashes be scattered at the family’s property.
So begins a road-trip movie complete with an impractical vehicle (a hearse), encounters with tiny-town locals, and the gradual breaking down of walls.
What might otherwise have been a middling, daytime television movie is elevated by the two lead players, bringing first time director Henry Boffin’s vision to compelling life.
Another film appealing to the notion that it’s never too late to restore a broken family is Goodrich.
Michael Keaton, returning to his comedic roots, stars as an art
Golf loving pooch
will again during the Sydney to Hobart.
LAST weekend our son Stevo flew to Brisbane to join the crew of a French yacht called “Cocodi”, which is sailing in this year’s Sydney to Hobart.
Her skipper and crew have just sailed her from France, across the Atlantic, through the Panama Canal and across the Pacific to Brisbane.
Stevo is her navigator for the Sydney to Hobart and they wanted him to do a leg with them from Brisbane to Sydney to meet all the crew and get to know them and the boat.
We dog sat his pooch while he was away aboard the boat and
We were watching the golf on Foxtel and it looks like we’ve got a golf loving dog.
Jeannie the dog sat in front of the TV and was riveted by the play.
Every time the golf was on, she once again was transfixed. She watched very closely everything that we did and I reckon that, when she’s up here again after Christmas, that we’ll have to take her out to Hawks Nest Golf Club for her to hit a few practice shots.
I’m sure that she thinks that she could drive our car given the chance.
Who will insure our health and our homes and farmlands?
Nuclear reactors are too risky and unpredictable to ever be considered for
Regards, Kenneth HIGGS, Raymond Terrace.
dealer who is suddenly forced to learn to be a real father to his young children when his much younger wife leaves him.
Initially feeling completely out of his depth dealing with kids, and struggling to stay on top of his own career challenges, he reaches out to his grown daughter, played by Mila Kunis, for help.
The film is predictable, but is pulled off in a satisfying way by the cast and director Hallie Myers-Shyer
No Other Land will be in select cinemas from this week for a time and this is a documentary that I encourage people to track down and sit through.
An incredible production from a Palestinian-Israeli collective working together to shed real light on the violence and displacement of the West Bank's Masafer Yatta.
Basel Adra is a Palestinian lawyer living under the occupation of Israeli forces, dealing with limited freedoms, constant harassment and the gradual and inexorable push further and further from his home.
Yuval Abraham is an Israeli journalist whose civilian life is far more comfortable, but whose conscience has moved him to work with Adra in
This is like a kookaburra that comes to watch the play each night that we play tennis at Karuah.
I thought that this kooka was just there to eat the bugs that are attracted to the lights but it looks like he or she actually enjoys watching the tennis.
The other night the kooka sat up in the umpire’s chair and watched a match pretty much through.
I suppose that people amuse animals as much as they amuse and entertain us.
Cheers, Chris TAYLOR, Myall Coast.
q The pup was transfixed by the play.
On theCouch
DEAR Jasminda,
What is the correct etiquette around dishwasher unstacking and restacking? Who should be responsible and how can I improve the process in the family home?
Fiona W.
Dear
Fiona,
I think there should be a process. Let's deal with the morning scenario as an example.
It is my firm belief that the person who first enters the kitchen each day should empty the dishwasher. This is an absolute treat for anyone who follows.
|A day that starts with not having to unpack a dishwasher is a day heading in the right direction.
What tends to happen, though, is that the first person in the kitchen is in a mad rush and so they leave the dishwasher packed and then they take new dishes from the cupboard and proceed to spread these all over the kitchen bench along with coffee, sugary spoons, toast crumbs, and other detritus.
Then along comes the second family member to wake, who is also in a rush. They see the general state of disorder and think, 'Well, if Dad couldn't be bothered cleaning up after himself,
documenting the reality of the oppression of his Palestinian neighbours.
Wrapping things up on a lighter note is Vietnamese comedy The Trophy Bride.
how can I be expected to unpack the dishwasher, wipe the benches, clean out the sink and still get to school on time? It's impossible.
I'll just eat and put my dishes in the sink too. By the time the final family member emerges to have breakfast, they walk into something resembling Chernobyl and, unable to deal with the fallout, they grab breakfast on their way to work.
At day's end, the original person returns only to find a mess so incomprehensible that they retreat to their bedroom.
This war of attrition can keep going, ad infinitum until it ends in tears or divorce or sullenness, which may be the worst of the three.
To avoid this outcome, may I suggest a rostercolour-coded if possible - that makes allowances for family members' start and finish times, but that also doesn't create the expectation that one person, possibly the one who can't stand mess, will always pick up after all others until their silent anger festers to such a point that they boil over, much like the pot of soup still sitting in the sink.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
This surprising entry from director Ngoc Dang Vu is a mis-fit caper in which a poor, dysfunctional family attempts to pass off their daughter as a wealthy heiress in order to secure an arranged marriage with an upper-class family. Vietnamese Hijinks ensue.
READING by Lynne Miles: Proverbs 22: 4
"Humility and fear of the Lord brings wealth, honour and life."
DEAR News Of The Area,
Rugby juniors impress in Hunter Spring Sevens
By Chris KARAS
NELSON Bay junior rugby teams maintained their winning formula in the Hunter Spring Sevens Rugby series last Friday.
The young Gropers Under 13 girls team posted wins over West Wildcats and Merewether with strong performances from Hannah Peterson, Kyla Rankin and Amelia Hancock.
Just as impressive were the Under 13 boys squad who registered two wins over Wanderers plus a victory over Maitland.
Notable displays were produced by Axel Kelman, Isaac Seehusen, Fred Ball, Jack Costello, Leon Calder, Harlem Stone and dynamo Sean Pietraszek.
You rarely see Stone bob up as a try scorer on the stats
sheet, but he managed to thwart some major plays with his copybook defence.
The tireless Pietraszek tackled boys twice his size and played with a lot of heart, as did Fred Ball, who took on a leadership role.
At their home base at Tomaree Sports Complex, Nelson Bay’s Under 15 boys split their two games with a win and a loss – spurred on by skilful displays from Lochlan Stewart, Abdul Kareem and Will Hoffman.
Will Parker proved a demon in defence with his tough tackling and high work rate, while Isaac Mayer, Gideon Nicolas, Lachlan Dunning and Harry Stone led the way in attack.
Nelson Bay’s talented Under 15 girls outfit won all four of their matches with outstanding efforts from
q Emerging forward Axel Kelman turned in strong displays for Nelson Bay in the Hunter Spring Sevens Rugby under 13 boys series.
Vogtmann, Zoe
Violet Ball, Charlie Ball, Daisy Clark, Kobe Dunn and Amelia Cashion.
The Under 17 Gropers
won both fixtures with top displays by Liam Pietraszek, Preston Scully and Billy Leung.
Rookie athlete snares five gold medals
By Chris KARAS
The fresh-faced Tomaree High schoolboy is an
athlete to watch after his gold medal haul at the Port Hunter Zone Little Athletics Championships at Wallsend last weekend.
Competing in his inaugural championship meet, the versatile Collier claimed gold in all five events he entered – winning the 100m, 200m and 400m sprints, long jump and javelin to cap a memorable debut in competitive track and field.
It was a phenomenal performance by the gifted teenager, who only took up athletics earlier this year.
Leading Port Stephens coach Bob Walkley tips a bright future for the rawboned prodigy.
“There is plenty of upside in young Tom,” Walkley said.
“I’ve been working on Tom’s technique since the start of the year and he continues to improve in leaps and bounds,” quipped the experienced mentor.
“He shows loads of natural ability across all track
Port Stephens Veteran Golfers Association
By Gary WATT
RESULTS from a stableford competition played at Nelson Bay GC on Monday 11th November with 32 players.
Nett Winner : Frank
Vandruten, 38pts, c/b
Nett Runner Up : Gary Watt, 38pts. Bonus Point Winner : Ron Dodd, 45pts. Bonus Point Runner Up : Rod Magick, 40pts
Nearest the Pin, 5th Hole :
Div 1 : Shayne Mullarvey.
Div 2 : Ron Dodd. Nearest the Pin, 14th Hole, : Div 1 : Shayne Mullarvey.
Div 2 : Bob Sellick.
Drive & Chip, 8th Hole, Div 1 : Barry Leo.
Div 2 : Jim Gill.
Drive & Chip, 11th Hole,
Johnson spurs Pythons to victory
By Chris KARAS
PORT Stephens Pythons moved into second spot on the Newcastle District Senior Cricket Division Two competition ladder after rolling Warners Bay White in a one-day fixture at King Oval Medowie last weekend.
A superb 64 not out by number three Jarryd Johnson with support from in-form batsman Luke Thomas (23), helped the Pythons (3-111) sink Warners Bay (8-108) in overcast conditions.
Johnson demonstrated his raw power by hammering eight boundaries and two sixes off the 75 balls he faced – joining the prolific Thomas for a third wicket union of 70.
Warners Bay quick Liam Lewis grabbed 2-33 in a productive seven over spell.
Sent in to bat after losing the toss, the Whites compiled a modest 8-108 from their 35 overs with skipper Trevor Bollard (25), opener Andrew Spruce (22), Mitchell Clark (18) and vice captain Aaron Darcy (16 not out) the only batsmen to reach double figures.
The capable Thomas also shone with the ball –spearheading the Pythons attack with figures of 3-14 off seven overs with support from quicks Jeremy Kirk (2-8 off seven overs) and Dane Castles (2-28 off seven).
and field disciplines and has the raw speed and power to go a long way in the sport.
“Tom is strong and flexible and has a background in martial arts that has kept him in good stead for a career in athletics.
“Bringing home five gold medals is a tremendous achievement in your first big competition meet but there is still room for improvement,” he added.
Collier can be found honing his athletics skills each Tuesday afternoon at the Tomaree Sports Complex.
Another top Port Stephens athletics prospect, Anna Taylor-Anderson collected three gold medals at the Port-Hunter Zone titles – recording personal best efforts to win the 90 metre hurdles (14.27 sec), high jump (1.40m) and triple jump (10.27m) events.
Div 1 : Warren Deuis.
Div 2 : John Jefferson. Ball Winners : Peter Hawkins 38pts, Bruce Arndell 38pts, Bob Sellick
37pts, Shayne Mullarvey
37pts, Barry Leo 37pts, Phil Sherwood 37pts, Jim Asvestas 36pts, Warren Deuis 36pts, David Middlebrook 36pts, John Jefferson 36pts and Fred Rimoni 36pts.
Black day for Nelson Bay Makos
By Chris KARAS
NELSON Bay Cricket Club experienced a series of oneday losses in the 2024-25 Newcastle District Senior Cricket competitions last weekend.
A dashing half-century by lower order batsman Abdullah Khurram steered Adamstown to a thrilling victory over the Makos in their Division Two fixture at Bill Elliott Oval.
Batting at number eight, Khurram cracked an unbeaten 72 off 44 balls, which included six boundaries and four sixes to help Adamstown (6-138) eclipse Nelson Bay’s total of 137.
He shared an unbroken match-winning partnership of 90 with skipper Resham Singh (26 not out) for the seventh wicket after Adamstown were reeling at 6-48 at one stage.
Nelson Bay were best served by Reegan Connors (46 off 31 balls with three boundaries and two sixes), all rounder Brodie Cox (21 runs and 2-29 off seven overs) and Roy Massey (223).
Didar Singh (4-30 off
seven overs) and Akshat Parikh (3-24 off six) shared bowling honours for Adamstown.
Port Stephens Pythons (5-47) downed Nelson Bay (45) in a low scoring Division Six local derby clash at Don Waring Oval. Lachlan Grayson snared 6-15 for the Makos in a lethal spell with allrounder Tom McCoy grabbing the impressive figures of 4-9 off his six overs. Kotara registered a comprehensive victory over Nelson Bay in their Division Eight showdown at Tomaree Sports Complex.
The visitors won the toss and elected to bat, compiling a hefty 5-236 off their 35 overs. Top contributions were from number five Reagan Mayer (71) with ten boundaries and two sixes; opener Ben Shearman (43), Mevan Kulasekara (38), Oscar Shearman (32 not out) and Andrew Ling (25).
In reply, the Makos could only muster a total of 122 with Shannon Jackson top scoring with 24.
Oscar Shearman completed a fine double for Kotara by returning the incredible figures of 4-14 from his 32 deliveries.
Muree Golf Results
By Vicki RANKIN
SATURDAY 9th Nov.
Charlie
Smith,
PORT Stephens Athletics
Club has unearthed a real find in fifteen-year-old rookie Tom Collier.
q Outstanding Port Stephens athlete Tom Collier dashes to victory in the Boys 15yrs 100m final at the Port Hunter Zone Athletics Championships at Wallsend. Collier collected an incredible five gold medals in his first major athletics meet.
Stinker’s History: 50 years in Fingal
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
THE year 2024 signals a milestone in the life of my family.
It was November 1974 when my wife Ella and I drove into Nelson Bay for me to take up a position as a teacher at the local high school in the following year.
Hard to believe that all took place 50 years ago.
It was in Fingal Bay that we settled and raised the family.
Since arrival, I have become very interested in local history, writing five books about local people and the development of industries from their earliest beginnings.
After becoming a resident of Fingal, so long ago, I have continued to be a keen student in the evolution of the area - which I would like to share with you.
Much have I taken from my book “The Outer Light” written back in 2018.
Living in tranquil Fingal Bay, surrounded by incredible natural beauty, it is difficult to visualise the area as a centre of great volcanic activity, bubbling and hissing lava, heaving earth movement and giant blocks tumbling into the sea.
In the time of great change, the islands off our coastline were part of the mainland.
As the land settled, the Aboriginal people arrived roaming the beaches and headlands spearing fish, collecting crabs and gathering shellfish.
Ample evidence is
available to suggest that Aboriginal folk hunted and fished in and around Fingal Bay tens of thousands of years ago.
I am very respectful of the Worimi culture and, at times, feel their very presence.
Then the ice melted some 6,000 years ago and water rose to create the islands.
Changes followed in a big way for the Aboriginal people themselves.
On Friday 11 May 1770 an entry into his log, made off Fingal, by Captain James Cook states the following.
"Winds southerly in the day and in the night westerly, a gentle breeze and clear weather at 4 p.m.
“Passed at a distance of one-mile, low rocky point which I name Point Stephens.
“On the northern side of this point is an inlet which I call Port Stephens.
“That appeared to me from the mast head to be sheltered from all winds.
“At the entrance lay three small islands, I think two of
which are of tolerable height and on the main near the shore are some high round hills that make it appear like islands in passing the bay at this distance at two or three miles from the shore."
The "three small islands" mentioned in Cook's log are Boondelbah, Cabbage Tree and Little islands.
Cook's entry was but a small part of his systematic mapping of the east coast of Australia as he sailed north.
The First Fleet was to arrive around seventeen years later in 1788.
The first ship to enter Port Stephens, in late 1791, was the whaler “Salamander”, a member of the Third Fleet.
The ship had earlier arrived in Australia from Plymouth with convicts onboard.
Early in his travels, Point Stephens (Fingal Outer Light) and Port Stephens were both named in honour of Captain Cook's mate Sir Philip Stephens, Secretary to the Admiralty.
Stinker’s Fishin’: Here come the flathead
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Dakoda Haack-Ross must be thinking “How easy is this”.
With just his third cast with a soft plastic off the beach at Salamander Bay, Dakoda hooked and landed his first flathead.
“Nothing to it,” he reckoned.
“What’s all the fuss about?”
All reports I am receiving lately are suggesting that we are in for one cracker jack flathead season.
This, in my opinion, is the result of the responsible decision made by local fishers to release all female flathead over 70 cm long before NSW Fisheries made it law.
Years ago, I recall not featuring big female flathead in my column if they were not to be released.
It took a while to catch on but it did and every fisher I know took a photograph of the beautiful fish before gently releasing it to fight another day.
It was an unwritten agreement that a big female
flathead, full of eggs, was better off in the water than the kitchen. How good is that!
Old timers will recall when it was a real achievement to be broadcast when a string of big flathead were caught.
I have seen photos of the fish hanging from the clothesline, or nailed to the fence, with the proud fisherman and his rod showing his prized catch.
How times have changed.
Do you recall the horror some years ago when fish bag limits were halved!
This was the decision that would destroy recreational fishing.
“Why go fishing if I can only catch ten snapper or ten flathead when I could catch 20 of each?” fishers asked.
Time to sell the boat and take up golf.
Over time the decision by NSW Fisheries was accepted and some even came to the belief that maybe ten snapper or flathead could be further reduced.
My advice to Fisheries is to be proactive in the management of fish stocks; don’t wait until a problem emerges before you act.
There is always the opportunity to increase the numbers that can be taken when the stocks recover as happened with the catch of lobsters being increased from two to three.
Be brave.
It was not until 1845 however that the name "Fingal Bay" first appeared on a map prepared by Naval Officer and Hydrographer Captain Phillip Parker King (1791-1856).
In his book "The Fatal Shore", author Robert Hughes writes of the arrival of the sailing ships.
"The Aborigines and the fauna around them had possessed the landscape since time immemorial, and no other human eye had seen them.
“Now the protective glass of distance broke, in an instant, never to be restored."
How true.
One can only assume that shortly before identifying the most south easterly point, Point Stephens, and making the entry into his log, Cook would have seen the wide opening into a peaceful bay (Fingal Bay).
This opening has, on numerous occasions, been confused by those sailing north, as the entrance to Port Stephens. This miscalculation has led to numerous vessels running aground.
This navigational confusion resulted in the sailors and local fishermen referring to the expanse as False Bay, later to be named Fingal Bay.
Just to complicate the issue Fingal Island, the landform, is not an island.
Technically it is a tombola or tide island.
The Fingal Spit, formed in 1898, which connects the mainland to the island played a vital part in the history and
development of Fingal and continues to do so.
Naming of headlands, bays and other landforms in the Fingal region has, since early colonisation, been confusing particularly since the arrival of pioneering fishermen.
The fishermen and lobstermen have developed their own language.
Names that you will find on a map of the area are rarely used by the fishermen hence the names Shelly, Old Rocks, Dry Trees, Never Fail, Narrowgut, Twin Rocks and Birdie.
All the fishermen know exactly where these spots are - no one else does.
They also have names for outcrops, bays and shallow reefs that are not marked at all on any maps - King Tommy, Charlotte and Skatey to name a few.
Behind each of the names is a reason, some of which have been lost in time others remain obvious.
The Outer Light Island, Narrowgut Island or Point Stephens refer to the same place.
I did mention that there was some confusion.
Why the name Fingal?
It seems that the origins are a Scottish Gaelic word “Fionnghall”, meaning “fair haired stranger".
From here there seems to be some difference of opinion involving 'The Poems of Ossian the Son of Fingal' translated by James Macpherson in 1762.
Fingal was a great Scottish
warrior - a giant.
There's more.
In 1772, while on a natural history expedition to Iceland, naturalist Sir Joseph Banks, who we know, discovered an amazing cave on Staffa, an island off the coast of Scotland.
This cave is known as Fingal's Cave, which inspired Felix Mendelssohn's overture "Fingal's Cave".
Back to the point.
The coastline in that region, off the coast of Scotland, is similar to the local coastline around Fingal Bay.
The geology around Fingal's Cave is almost identical to that at Fingal Head on the Far North Coast of NSW.
I had been told that the unique rock structure, which resembles a staircase, was used by Fingal, the warrior, to emerge from the sea.
In my humble opinion, Fingal (Port Stephens), was so named as it was similar to the landform in Scotland noted by Sir Joseph Banks. Banks, incidentally, was on board the "Endeavour" when she sailed by in 1770.
Don’t quote me.
One other thing – there has always been an issue as to when one actually becomes a “local”.
How long do you need to live in a place to be known as a local?
My opinion is that anyone who chooses to become a permanent resident of Fingal Bay, or anywhere else, becomes a local on the very first day of their arrival!
q Captain Cook sailed past Fingal in May 1770. His log, written on the day, was very accurate.
q Sailing ships on the horizon must certainly have alarmed the first people of Fingal.
q Dakoda Haack-Ross.
Nelson Bay Netball’s senior rep squads
By Chris KARAS
EXPERIENCE, talent and proven combinations are a feature of the Nelson Bay Netball Association’s senior representative teams for the 2025 season.
Officials have announced both the 17yrs and open squads selected to represent the association at next year’s Senior State titles to be staged in Camden and Campbelltown from June 7-9.
They’ll be joined by the 15yrs Nelson Bay representative squad, named earlier this year.
Well-credentialed Fiona McGrath (Head Coach) and manager Michelle Weber, will guide the fortunes of the 17yrs representative squad for the 2025 campaign.
The squad features Melody Tibbs, Chelsea Johnson, Isabella Gardner, Amber Redman, Charlize Fines, Anneliese Jones, Charli Ball, Kate Slade and Tara Kenny.
Nelson Bay Netball president Rebecca Keating and talented player coach Ashlee Hall have been appointed co-coaches of the Opens representative squad.
Loaded with skill and experience, the Opens line-up includes seasoned campaigners Brooke Hunter, Ella Jones, Lucy Levido, Emma Dawson, Katie Schein, Jilarnie Ahoy, Brooke Robbins, Emma Murphy and Bronte Micheli.
Selectors have also named two
training partners in Maddy Turner and Ash Martin.
Accomplished mother-daughter duo Amanda Wilks and Taylar Wilks take the reins of the 15yrs representative squad, which will be managed by Michelle Chadwick.
The squad features Georgia Burgess, Piper Mullins, Kiola Cheviott, Jasmine Gambell, Tayla Provis, Lucy Soloman-James, Gabby McCallum, Hartley Cobb-Hamilton and Abby Skinner.
Nelson Bay’s younger brigade showed their wares at the recent Koori Netball tournament hosted by Charlestown Netball Association.
The promising youngsters produced outstanding performances to reach the Grand Final – only to be pipped by a single goal in the trophy decider.
President and life member Rebecca Keating told News Of The Area that the girls proved “amazing ambassadors for the Port Stephens region.”
“They showcased resilience, teamwork and incredible skill but ultimately fell short.
“With determination and courage these players pushed through every match, reaching the grand final with very little training.
“The team also receives the Spirit Award for their top sportsmanship throughout the day. It was inspiring to see how far they progressed and the heart they put into every game.”
Surfing sensations Hasson and Stretton master the waves in the Philippines and Taiwan
FROM Page 28
Tokong, who is popularly known as “Marama”, is the first Filipino to qualify for the WSL Challenger Series and currently ranked number four in Asia.
Gold Coast sensation Oscar Berry was crowned champion in his first-ever WSL Qualifying Series final, edging out fellow countryman Huxtable with 11.90 points to 11.56.
Anna Bay’s Josh Stretton, 22, also produced top quality surfing to reach the round of sixteen, registering 10.50 points to finish ninth overall - only to be pipped by the emerging Huxtable (10.83) and local hero Tokong (11.10).
Huxtable (11.40) set up an allAustralian final when he eliminated the 28-year-old Tokong (9.34) in their semi-final showdown.
Earlier, Hasson took full
advantage of the four-foot sets at Cloud 9, with some exceptional barrels, to blitz his second-ever heat in an international qualifying series.
The 18-year-old opened the final heat of the day by driving deep in the barrel and toying with the foamball, to post the highest single wave score of the event, a near-perfect 9.10.
He then backed it up with a 7.17 to post an impressive 16.27 (out of a possible 20) heat total.
Eden and Josh backed up their strong showings in Siargao by reaching the round of 32 at last week’s Taiwan Open of Surfing at Jinzun Harbour in Taitung County.
After mastering the three to five foot surfing conditions in the early rounds, Hasson finished a creditable 25th and Stretton an impressive 17th in a quality field.
Gold Coast’s reigning world junior champion Sierra Kerr, 17, won both the women's Siargao and Taiwan Open of Surfing events to chalk up her fourth career qualifying series victory.
Nelson Bay Golf Club
10 NOVEMBER 2024 – 16
November 2024
Sunday 10 November 2024
Men’s Stableford: Gymea Course
Grade A:
M Clifton 39, M Thornber 37, S Conrades 36, C Mawson 35
Grade B:
P Elliott 40, A Drake 36, D FLATT 33, G Shorter 33.
Grade C:
M Clayton 40, E Williams 39, D Birss 38, W Strong 37. PCC: 0.0
Women’s Stableford Gymea Course:
Grade A:
P Kennedy 40, J Frost 40, R Kennett 37, L Drake 37
Grade B:
E Pfennigwerth 40, K Flatt 40, B MacDuff 38, J Richart 37
Monday 11 November 2024
Vets Stableford
Division 1
1. David Diemar 23
2. Geoffrey Brown 23
Division 2
1. Michael Gardener 23
2. Gavin Thom 23
Tuesday 12 November
October 2024
Ladies 9hole Stableford: Overall winners
Joanne Laming 53 18
Wednesday 13 November 2024
Men's Stableford: Gymea Lily Course
Grade A:
P Gibson[6] 38, J Morgan[13] 38, J Ball[12] 38.
Grade B:
P Woodruff[16] 42, D Unthank[22] 40, A Lambert[17] 39.
Grade C:
M Fernance[29] 37, M Regan[26] 37, B Woodhouse[27] 36.
Men’s Stableford: Xmas Bush Course
Grade A:
L Van Niekerk[15] 39, R Lalor[15] 38, M Fisher[15] 37.
Grade B:
P Murray[17] 42, S Jones[23] 39, D Rann[18] 37.
Grade C:
D Jones[37] 37, P Grace[25] 35, G Sutton[30] 34.
Men’s Four-ball Stableford C1: Gymea Lily Course
Overall Winners:
1 M Fernance[29] & A Diemar[20] 46,
2 R MITCHELL[27] & R O'Neal[37] 46.
Men’s Four-ball Stableford C2: Xmas Bush Course
Overall Winners:
1 S Jones[23] & P Murray[17] 51, 2 D STREETER[26] (Waratah Golf Club) & L Van Niekerk[15] 47. Thursday 14 November 2024
Ladies Teams 1.2.3. Stableford: Brushbox Course
Overall Winners
1 R Hare[34] & M Kay[30] & M Reisch[21] 84
2 A Marshall[45] & J Taylor[38] & A Stewart[33] & L Doust[42] 81
Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course:
Overall Winners:
1 P Campbell[18] 36
1 S Brown[10] 31
VETS : Stableford
1 Rod Magick 23
2 David Diemar 21
3 Mike Coghlan 20
Friday 15 November 2024
Ladies Stableford: Brushbox Course
Overall Winners
1 Jan Bell (38) 40
2 Fran Guides (16) 39
3 Sharan King (32) 38
Men’s Stableford: Brushbox Course
Grade A:
G Walsh[20] 41, B Thomas[21] 41, D KIRBY[9] 39, M Jeggo[17] 39
Grade B: N Yearsley[24] 41, M King[39] 39, B Kalousek[38] 37, B Richardson[34]
(Horizons Golf Resort) 36
Saturday 16 November 2024
Men’s Stab: Xmas Bush Course
Grade A: George Hogan (10) 39, David Hogan (3) 37c/b, Kevin Hitchen (15) 37c/b
Grade B: John Mendes (21) 41, Brenton Bradford (22) 37, Roy Johnson (16) 36c/b
Grade C: Luciano De Sousa (31) 40, Errol Shaw (25) 39, Dale Harris (28) 37c/b
Men’s Stab: Brushbox Course
Grade A: David Gay (15) 41, Chris Mawson (10) 39, Rodney Barker (5) 38c/b
Grade B: Doug Hellmrich (17) 38, Steve Barnett (17) 38c/b, Kerr Aitken (21) 37
Grade C: Flynn O‘Malley (25) 37, Justin Bridger (38) 36, Ray Carruthers (24) 34c/b
Ladies Stableford: Brushbox Course
1 Sharon Dunn (17) 31
2 Jeannette McClymont (23) 30
q Nelson Bay’s promising young netballers who reached the final of this year’s Charlestown Koori Netball tournament.
SUDOKU
In Memory
Remembering always Lois Elaine Longmuir Aged 88 years. Late of Tea Gardens. Beloved wife of Rev J. Ray Longmuir. Loving mother and mother-in-law to Craig & Kathryn, Karen and John. Grandmother to Jordan and Braddon. Lois passed away 19th November 2023. Proverbs 3:5-7.
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the 53rd Annual General Meeting of Tea Gardens Country Club Ltd will be held in the Clubhouse, Yalinbah Street, Tea Gardens on Sunday 24th November 2024 at 9 a.m.
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Members, please note that access to the meeting and Clubhouse will be closed from 9am. The Club will open at the conclusion of the Meeting.
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DESSERT MASTERS
TEN, 7pm
From desserts that look just like Vegemite jars to burning clouds of fairy floss, this season has seen some incredible sweet treats designed to tantalise all the senses. Now, it’s the Grand Finale, with the final three contestants creating five serves of verdant green and glittering gold creations, over two courses, to see who comes away with the prize of $100,000 and the title of 2024 Dessert Master. Judges Melissa Leong and Amaury Guichon (both pictured) are not alone in deciding the winner –they’ll be joined by Kirsten Tibballs, Adriano Zumbo and inaugural winner, Tarts Anon’s Gareth Whitton.
FRIDAY, November 22
Shetland. (Mal) Calder decides to stay on in Shetland. 9.30 Fisk. (Ml, R) Ray has a big announcement.
Question Everything. (PG, R)
Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
MONDAY
WHEEL OF FORTUNE AUSTRALIA
TEN, 7.30pm
Filmed in Manchester, England, the latest iteration of this perennial game show favourite sees expat Australians test their word-puzzle solving skills under the guidance of host-with-themost Graham Norton (pictured). Premiering tonight, the reinvigorated format will see three players spin the wheel to be in with the chance of winning $50,000. Norton’s trademark wit and charm bring a real warmth to the game as he shares the players’ highs and lows and throws in a joke or two. At the end of each episode, Norton invites the player with the most winnings to spin the “Mini-Wheel”. If they can solve one final puzzle within 10 seconds, they could be going home with the big prize.
(PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Such Was Life. (PG, R) 2.10 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PGa, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Beach Cops.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Every Family Has A Secret. (Mav, R) 8.35 Castle Secrets. 9.30 Kennedy. 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Elvira. (Premiere, Malv)
12.25 The Wall: The Chateau Murder. (Mlv, R) 2.55 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGl, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v India. Day 1. Late afternoon session. 9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 36. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Stars. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
11.30 The Front Bar: Year In Review. (Ml, R) A lighter look at the world of sport.
1.00 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
1.30 Taken. (Mav, R) Santana must face her past.
2.30 Home Shopping.
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 5.00 NBC Today.
TUESDAY WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
Andrew Lloyd (pictured) delves into his family’s history in the first episode of this 19th UK season of genealogical investigations, eager to find out where his talent and love for musical theatre comes from. Searching his mother’s side, the Cats and Phantom of the Opera maestro discovers his lineage is “posher than we thought”, finding a knighted hero of the Battle of Waterloo and a formidable Tudor Duchess who stood up to Henry VIII. Turning to his father’s line, he uncovers the work of a missionary in 19thcentury London and a group of 18th-century theatrical musicians with eerie similarities to the current-day Lloyd Webber clan.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III: Extremes. (PG, R) Narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
8.40 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (1998, Mlv, R) A US Marshal pursues an escaped fugitive. Tommy Lee Jones, Wesley Snipes.
11.20 Inside Beverly Hills. (Md)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 Helloworld. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Jamie Oliver: Fast & Simple. Presented by Jamie Oliver. 8.30 Matlock. (PGals, R) Matty’s rusty trial skills are put to the test during a wrongful termination case. 9.30 NCIS: Origins. (Mav, R) 10.30
SATURDAY, November 23
6.00
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces.
8.25 The Jury: Death On The Staircase. (Malv, R)
9.25 The Great House Revival. (Return, PGv)
10.20 So Long, Marianne. (Mals)
11.15 Paris Paris. (Ms, R)
12.15 Hope. (MA15+av, R)
2.30 Face To Face. (Mals, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGa, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v India. Day 2. Late afternoon session. 9.00 MOVIE: 65. (2023, Mav) After a catastrophic crash, a pilot discovers he is on a prehistoric Earth 65 million years in the past. With only one chance at rescue, he and the other survivor must cross a terrain riddled with dangerous creatures. Adam Driver, Ariana Greenblatt, Chloe Coleman.
11.00 MOVIE: Tears Of The Sun. (2003, MA15+v, R) Bruce Willis.
1.30 Taken. (Mav, R)
2.30 Home Shopping.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: The Wizard Of Oz. (1939, G, R) Judy Garland. 9.35 MOVIE: Hairspray. (2007, PGls, R) A teen auditions for a TV dance show. Nikki Blonsky.
11.45 MOVIE: The Sun Is Also A Star. (2019, Ml, R)
1.30 Getaway. (PG, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
6.30
(PGlm, R)
(2016, PGa, R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05
Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 7.55 The Crystal Maze. 8.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.25 Speechless. 9.50 Officially Amazing. 10.20 Teen Titans Go! 10.40 Late Programs.
Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R)
France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Love And Friendship. (2016, PG) 8.15 Without A Clue. (1988, PG) 10.15 OSS 117: From Africa With Love. (2021, M, French) 12.20pm The Last Vermeer. (2019, M) 2.30 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 4.25 Whisky Galore. (2016, PG) 6.15 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 8.30 Michael Collins. (1996, M) 10.55 Twin Flower. (2018, M, French) 12.45am Sound Of Metal. (2019, M) 3.00 Late Programs.
SUNDAY, November 24
ABC News. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (Final, PG)
Fisk. (Final, Ml)
8.30 Plum. (Final, Ml) 9.30 I Was Actually There. (Final, Ml, R) 10.00 Pick Of The Litter. (R) 11.20 New Leash On Life. (R) 11.50 Miniseries: Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? (Final, Malv, R)
12.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered: Nature’s Great Divide. (R)
4.00 Gardening Australia: Family Easter Special. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: The Secret Garden. (1993) 9.05 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Doctor Who. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Etruscans: Mysterious Civilisation. (PGa)
8.30 Secret Sardinia Mysteries Of The Nuraghi.
9.35 Why Sharks Attack. (Ma, R)
10.40 Curse Of The Ancients. (PGa, R)
11.35 Saving Venice. (R)
1.15 Royal Autopsy. (Ma, R)
3.00 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PG, R)
3.55 How To Get Fit Fast. (PGn, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.
4.00 Larry The Wonder Pup. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.05 12 Dishes In 12 Hours. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Disaster Autopsy. 9.25 Tokyo Vice. 11.35 Late Programs. 6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Harry’s Practice.
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6am Whisky Galore. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.25 Vanity Fair. (2004, PG) 10.00 Heartbreak Ridge. (1986, M) 12.25pm Suffragette. (2015, M) 2.25 Anandi Gopal. (2019, PG, Marathi) 4.50 To Catch A Thief. (1955, PG) 6.50 Poms. (2019, PG) 8.30 Let Them All Talk. (2020, M) 10.35 Yalda, A Night For Forgiveness. (2019, M, Farsi) 12.15am Strangerland. (2015, MA15+) 2.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v India. Day 3. Late afternoon session. From Optus Stadium, Perth. 9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 40. Brisbane Heat v Sydney Sixers. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
11.15 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Madv, R)
12.30 Miniseries: Patrick Melrose. (MA15+, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6am Children’s Programs. 1.10pm MOVIE: Pokémon The Movie: Kyurem Vs The Sword Of Justice. (2012) 2.35 MOVIE: Pokémon The Movie: Genesect And The Legend Awakened. (2013) 4.00 Surfing Australia TV. 4.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 5.30 MOVIE: Short Circuit. (1986, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban. (2004, PG) 10.15 Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 60 Minutes.
A Remarkable Place To Die. (Mlv) Anais investigates when a body is found locked in an abandoned gold-mining tunnel.
9News Late.
See No Evil: Fallen Star. (Ma)
6am Children’s Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Southside Flyers. 2.30 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders. 3.30 MOVIE: Getting Even With Dad. (1994, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London. (2004, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000, M) 10.35 MOVIE: Sicario: Day Of The Soldado. (2018, MA15+) 1am Love
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MONDAY, November 25
6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.55 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.25 Poh’s Kitchen.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 The Mighty Mississippi With Nick Knowles. (Premiere, Ma)
8.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
9.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M)
10.05 Have I Got News For You U.S. (Mals)
11.00 SBS World News Late. 11.30 A Criminal Affair. (Mal) 1.10 Pray For Blood. (MA15+av, R) 2.50 Love Your Home And Garden. (PG, R) 3.45 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGls, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am The Movie Show. 6.05 Poms. (2019, PG) 7.45 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 10.00 Twin Flower. (2018, M, French) 11.50 Michael Collins. (1996, M) 2.20pm Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 4.15 Skies Of Lebanon. (2020, PG, Italian) 6.00 Red Obsession. (2013, PG) 7.30 Brother And Sister. (2022, M, French) 9.35 The Perfect Dinner. (2022, M, Italian) 11.35 Late Programs.
TUESDAY, November 26
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys.
8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (Return)
9.40 Greatest Train Journeys From Above. (R)
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 Babylon Berlin. (Ma)
12.50 Son Of. (MA15+v, R)
2.25 Love Your Home And Garden. (PGa, R) 3.20 Inside The Modelling Agency. (PGl, R) 4.15 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am To Catch A Thief. Continued. (1955, PG) 7.00 Anandi Gopal. (2019, PG, Marathi) 9.25 The Kid. (1921, PG) 10.25 Just Believe. (2018, M, Italian) 12.20pm Let Them All Talk. (2020, M) 2.25 Poms. (2019, PG) 4.05 The Crossing. (2020, PG, Norwegian) 5.55 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 7.40 The Quiet Girl. (2022, M, Gaelic) 9.30 Nostalgia. (2022, M, Italian) 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v India. Day 4. Late afternoon session. 9.00 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav) Several former classmates of Cassandra discover a dead body at the marina. 10.00 S.W.A.T. (Madv) SWAT teams up with the DEA. 11.00 Code Blue: One Punch Killers. (Madv, R) Explores the issue of one-punch killings.
12.00 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl)
8.30 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. (Mv, R)
9.30 A Killer Makes A Call. (MA15+av)
10.30 9News Late.
11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv)
11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
12.40 Pointless. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. First Test. Australia v India. Day 5. Late afternoon session. 9.00 MOVIE: Kingsman: The Secret Service. (2014, MA15+lv, R) A troubled young man must prove his mettle after he is recruited into a secret British spy organisation. Taron Egerton, Colin Firth.
11.45 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 12.15 Satisfaction. (MA15+as, R)
1.15 Your Money & Your Life. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Peter Rabbit. 5.45 Kiri And Lou. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Doctor Who. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Michael Mosley: Wonders Of The Human Body. (PG)
8.30 The Jury: Death On The Staircase. (M)
9.30 The Old Man. (Mal)
WEDNESDAY, November 27 THURSDAY,
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Maxima. (Ma)
11.50 Pagan Peak. (Malnv, R)
2.40 Love Your Home And Garden. (PGa, R)
3.35 Paul O’Grady’s Little Heroes. (PGa, R) 4.25 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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The 80s. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Memphis Belle. (1990, PG) 10.35 MOVIE: Sweet November. (2001, M) 12.40am
Motorbike Cops. (PGa, R)
Catch Phrase. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R)
8.30 The Big Trip. (PG) The roadtrippers take on local bowlers.
9.30 MOVIE: Kingsman: The Golden Circle. (2017, MA15+sv, R) The Kingsmen are attacked by a mysterious enemy. Taron Egerton.
12.15 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. (MA15+av)
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm) 8.30 Listing Melbourne. (Ml) 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav) 12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Helloworld. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Pfffirates. 6.50 Ginger And The Vegesaurs. 6.55 Hey Duggee. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 9.10 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.40 Doctor Who. 10.35 Late Programs.
6am Rabbit-
Proof Fence. Continued. (2002, PG) 7.25 Red Obsession. (2013, PG) 8.55 Skies Of Lebanon. (2020, PG, Italian) 10.40 The Perfect Dinner. (2022, M, Italian) 12.40pm The Code Of Silence. (2022, M, Italian) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.25 Jersey. (2019, PG, Telugu) 6.20 Five Flights Up. (2014, PG) 8.00 The Longest Week. (2014, M) 9.35 Lord Of The Ants. (2022, M, Italian) 12.10am Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)
8.30 The Body On Somerton Beach. (Ma, R)
9.20 Miniseries: Steeltown Murders. (Malv)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Miniseries: The Typist. (Masv, R)
12.05 Pandore. (Mls, R)
2.55 Love Your Home And Garden. (R)
3.50 Paul O’Grady’s Little Heroes. (PG, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Adam Eats The 80s. 6.15 Curse Of Oak Island. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Greatest Escapes With Morgan Freeman. 10.10 The Bambers. Midnight Late Programs. 6am Shopping. 6.30
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (Ma)
8.30 The Front Bar: Cricket Edition. (Ml) A lighter look at the cricketing world. 9.30 The Test: Feature Length Special. (Ml) 11.00 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PG, R) 12.00 MOVIE: Cruel Instruction. (2022, MA15+adsv)
2.00 Home Shopping.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise 5am News.
5.30 Sunrise.
FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30
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6am Five Flights Up. Continued. (2014, PG) 7.15 The Crossing. (2020, PG, Norwegian) 9.05 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018, PG, French) 11.15 Nostalgia. (2022, M, Italian) 1.25pm Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 3.30 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 5.15 What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. (1993, PG) 7.30 Devil’s Knot. (2013, M) 9.35 Padrenostro. (2020, MA15+, Italian) 11.50 Late Programs.
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 NBN News.
9.50 MOVIE: Get Smart. (2008, PG) Midnight Seinfeld. 1.00 The Nanny. 2.00 Life After Lockup. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade X. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs.
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Surfers show class
By Chris KARAS
Eden
international
is savouring one of his proudest achievements in the 2024-25 World Surfing League (WSL).
The reigning Australian Under 18 national champion from Boat Harbour claimed a top five finish at the recent 28th Siargao International Surfing Cup in the Philippines.
Regarded as the most prestigious surf contest in the Philippines, the gifted Hasson reached the quarter-finals of the coveted WSL Qualifying Series 5000 event staged at Cloud 9 – the country’s premier surf break.
Eden registered 12.23 points in his quarter-final showdown with top ranked Filipino surfer John Mark Tokong (17.70).
The Siargao-born surfer, who was the winner of this year’s La Union International Pro, advanced to the semi-finals where he was eliminated by Victorian Xavier Huxtable.
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PORT Stephens’ rising
surfer
Hasson
q Boat Harbour’s reigning national Under 18 surfing champion Eden Hasson finished fifth at the Siargao International Surfing Cup in the Philippines. Photo: Darren Anderson (WSL).