Port Stephens News Of The Area 3 August 2023

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109 Foreshore Drive saved from developers

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Koalas have been known to frequent the trees on the block and to cross the block to lick the salt from the sand on the adjacent beach.

The preservation of the land as parkland is in line with the Lower Hunter Regional Strategy, which states the NSW government is in the process of securing a consistent ownership and management regime for the significant green corridors of the region.

The strategy further states that additional protection of the biodiversity and conservation values of the green corridors will be achieved through appropriate planning controls on private lands, as well as the exclusion of one-off development proposals in these areas.

Port Stephens Councillor Leah Anderson ran for her seat on council with a promise to save this block from sale and to keep it in public hands.

Councillor Anderson told News Of The Area, “I still can’t quite believe that after such a long

drawn out community-led campaign

- 109 Foreshore drive is finally going to be reclassified from operational land, to community land.

“When I brought this motion to council early in 2022, I was confident that my motion would be successful,” she said.

“As it turned out, I was thrown a curve ball when the mayor put forward a mayoral minute to sell 109 and fund a list of community projects.

“It was not the first time 109 had been flagged for potential sale. At the time, I had no option but to agree to put the reclassification on hold, while council focused on its financial sustainability.

“I never did forget though, that over many years, our community has rallied, and hundreds of people have turned up on 109 Foreshore Drive, led by passionate local community groups, to protect this parcel of land as a community asset.

“So, fast forward to July 2023, I started working on putting this motion back to council.

“This time however I had a stronger case, as new facts had come to light to put more strength

towards this motion.

“Irene Jones from Mambo Wanda Wetlands community group had since sent me an ecological report she had obtained via a GIPA request that council had commissioned back in early 2022.

“This extensive report highlighted there was enough evidence of the nowendangered koala moving between the Mambo wetlands and 109 Foreshore Drive.

“There was also a list of other likely additional threatened fauna evident on this land. I also had photo and video evidence of koalas on 109 sent to me in January this year,” said Cr Anderson.

“Another new piece of evidence was the coastal management planning that council had recently completed, and it was clearly evident that coastal hazards of erosion and inundation are likely to occur on 109 in the next 100 years.

“Last Tuesday night, the time was definitely right to put this land reclassification back on the agenda.

“It was a momentous occasion to have the motion supported by all but two councillors, in a hall full of community supporters wearing save 109 shirts!

“109 Foreshore Drive is finally going to be classified as community land, as it rightly should be," she said.

Big turnout for

By Marian SAMPSON

MORE than 1,200 people turned out this year for the ‘Human

The Port Stephens community came together to celebrate a strong start to this year’s whale season. The Human Whale event pays

ADDRESS DA NO. PROPOSAL BRANDY HILL

72 Brandy Hill Dr 16-2023-357-1 Alterations and additions to a dwelling, garage/shed

CORLETTE

2 Drungall Ave 16-2022-22-3

FERN BAY

S4.55 (1A) Modification to swim spa and removal of cabana - amend spa detail, outdoor shower

7B Seaside Bvd 16-2023-412-1 Swimming pool and associated safety barriers

LEMON TREE PASSAGE

4 Cambridge Ave 16-2023-398-1 Detached garage and 2 carports

MEDOWIE

31 Royal Ave 16-2023-150-2 S4.55 (1A) Modification to detached sheddesign amendment

10 Lillypilly Cl 16-2021-782-2

S4.55 Modification to extension to existing patio - amendment to roof design and adding an enclosure

7 Indigo St 16-2022-637-2 S4.55 Modification to swimming poolamend pool location

6 Mahogany Pl 16-2023-405-1 Shed

18 Macadamia Cct 16-2023-402-1 Alterations and additions to dwelling, retaining walls

NELSON BAY

4 Mistral Cl 16-2023-409-1 2 storey dwelling

111 Tallean Rd 16-2023-365-1

15 Wanda Ave 16-2023-372-1 Dwelling and detached garage / studio 18 Raymond Ave 16-2023-400-1 Detached garage 60 Randall Dr 16-2023-381-1 Swimming pool

5 Donald St 16-2023-379-1

Demolition and construction of multidwelling housing (4 units), swimming pool and subdivision

Demolition of existing buildings, tree removal, construction of 6 storey residential flat building development with basement car parking

31 Parkes St 16-2023-328-1 2 Lot Torrens Title Subdivision

RAYMOND TERRACE

66 Rees James Rd 16-2023-394-1 2 storey dwelling

24 Port Stephens St 16-2023-415-1 Internal alterations and additions to retail premises

SEAHAM

12 Cross St 16-2023-377-1 Carport

SALAMANDER BAY

206A Salamander Way 16-2023-290-2

S4.55 Modification to swimming poolremoval of a condition added in error

25 Gilchrist Rd 16-2019-290-4

3/195 Soldiers Point Rd 16-2023-391-1

SALT ASH

S4.55(1A) Modification to approved dual occupancy (1 existing) and 1 into 2 lot Torrens Subdivision –design changes

Demolition of existing structures, construction of multi-dwelling housing, comprising 5 units

25 Francene Ave 16-2023-348-1 Concrete pool

SOLDIERS POINT

22A Cromarty Rd 16-2022-720-2

TANILBA BAY

S4.55(1A) Modification to Alterations and additions to exsiting 2 storey dwellingamendments to first floor extensions, roof increase and balconies

79 King Albert Ave 16-2023-393-1 Garage, removal of carport

54 President Wilson Walk

16-2023-403-1

TWELVE MILE CREEK

Seniors housing - 51 Independent Living Units (ILUs) and associated services including car parking, communal club house, landscaping, demolition and site preparation works

12 Tilligerry Trk 16-2023-397-1 Alterations and additions to dwelling 55 Beatty Bvd; 35 Lloyd George Gr; 37 Lloyd George Gr; 48 President Wilson Walk; 50 President Wilson Walk; 52 President Wilson Walk;

7 Twelve Mile Creek Rd 16-2023-401-1 Shed

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Whale’ photographic event on the picturesque shores of Fingal Bay Beach.

human whale

homage to the ‘Humpback Highway’ where more than 30,000 whales pass our shores during their northern migration.

On Sunday 16 July from 10am onwards, 1,297 participants from local community to holidaymakers formed the outline of the 100-metre-long humpback whale along the beautiful Fingal Bay beach.

“To be able to bring the Human Whale event back after our COVID-affected years is amazing for the Port Stephens community,” said one of the organisers Sean Andrews.

“Fingal Bay is the perfect location to host the event, with space for families to interact with all our stall holders, play in the grounds, utilise the local cafes all while enjoying live music before heading to the beach to become part of the Human

Whale formation,” said Mr Andrews, from Moonshadow TQC.

“The Human Whale event brought people together with a shared passion for marine life, fostering a sense of unity and a commitment to protect the precious oceans that surround us,” he said.

The event also made for a fun day out for the family; timed to once again coincide with the winter school holidays and the thriving whale-watching season.

The conservation theme at the event continued to play a key role with fun, interactive and educational displays from OCCI, Marine Parks Association, Sea Shelter, ORRCA, Eco Network Port Stephens, NSW National Parks and NSW DPI and Bill Knaggs Real Estate.

Fingal Bay Surf Life Saving Club hosted a barbecue, and Longboat

Café, Saltwater Restaurant and Pirate Coffee kept the crowd fuelled throughout the event.

Amidst the camaraderie and enthusiasm, Northpoint Surveys and Imagine Cruises pegged out the shape of a humpback whale, coinciding perfectly with the arrival of an actual humpback whale into waters inside Fingal Bay.

Although the sky was a little grey, the rain held off until the human whale formation was complete.

Organisers thanked Brent Mail photography for providing the drone imagery and footage.

“The Human Whale was a huge success this year, bringing together the community and visitors to celebrate one of Port Stephens spectacular assets, the annual humpback whale migration,” said Mr Andrews.

“It was great seeing each and every participant walk away from the event with a smile on their face,” said Nikki

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Spillane, an event organiser from Destination Port Stephens.

At the heart of the Human Whale event was a simple, yet powerful message: respect our oceans and visit the whales.

The organisers wanted to remind everyone of the importance of safeguarding our oceans and marine life for future generations.

With the 2023 humpback whale migration

already underway, the season has had a fantastic start with numerous sightings daily and active whales exhibiting their playful nature.

“This is a wonderful family event highlighting the recovery of Australia’s humpback whale population and the importance economically through tourism to coastal communities like Port Stephens,” said Frank

Future, another event organiser, from Imagine Cruises.

The migration season is expected to last until October-November, and the community is hopeful for more extraordinary moments, especially with the early sightings of humpback whale mothers and calves as we embark on this season of migration.

Do you have a site that suits our needs?

The opportunity

NSW is experiencing unprecedented population growth resulting in a significant increase in public school enrolments, particularly in urban areas.

The NSW Government is seeking Expressions of Interest from landowners to identify a suitable site for a new high school in Medowie.

The site

The Department of Education has developed site selection criteria to ensure that the new schools are accessible to the community. Some key criteria include:

■ being close to the community with good transport access

■ having access to utilities (power, water and sewer)

■ free from major hazards (flooding and bushfires), and

■ a site area of at least 3 hectares.

Interested parties must own or control land, or demonstrate an ability to secure an interest in land, within the nominated area.

Further details of the site selection criteria, including the nominated areas, can be found in the Expression of Interest documentation.

q Drone footage of the Human Whale 2023. Photo: Brent MAIL.

q Environmentalist Frank Future of Imagine Cruises with Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington. Photo: Bonita HOLMES_NU’U.

Going, going, River mouth filling up, closing

By Thomas O’KEEFE

THE Myall River’s Natural Channel is now almost completely sealed off from Port Stephens, a NOTA investigation can reveal.

Drone images supplied by the Myall River Action Group (MRAG) clearly show the immediate situation, with the channel now half its width of four months ago.

An on-the-ground NOTA investigation, including empirical laser measurements, has revealed that the low-tide gap between Winda Woppa Point and the existing ballast rock wall is only 30m wide.

The gap from navigable depth is less, at about 20 metres, leaving a very narrow margin for error either side of a standard ferry or boat, not to mention the very real risk of running aground.

“The immediate observation is the sand build up through the main channel and the gap between Corrie and the rock wall,” Gordon Grainger, of MRAG, told NOTA,

noting that the entire gap between Corrie Island and the ballast rock wall is now a dead-end billabong.

“The sand stockpile has been depleted considerably and may not make it to the proposed dredging campaign in 2025,” Mr Grainger added.

According to standing orders from a dense matrix of governmental departments, the only scheduled action for the river-mouth is a 5-yearly dredge activation, the last being back in 2020.

The stockpile has been eroded by natural forces (rain, wind and tides) with its

northern wall appearing to crumble back into the channel whence it came.

Photographic evidence of the Natural Channel’s inevitable closure has now shifted focus to the artificial Corrie Island Channel, which also shows signs of silting up, mainly because of its westerly orientation, said MRAG.

At this rate, Y-Knot ferry skipper Noel Gaunt’s earlier prediction will undoubtedly come true – boating access via the Natural Channel will be precluded before Christmas 2023, making plans to dredge it in 2025 probably a bit late.

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sanded in. q A pelican enjoys ‘new Myall Point’, a 250m sand bar forming off Winda Woppa point, protruding into Port Stephens.

q Winda Woppa sand stockpile in June (one month ago) for contrast reference.

q Winda Woppa sand stockpile in late July, showing severe erosion back into the river side.

Marine Rescue Hunter Coast Simulation

By Marian SAMPSON

MARINE Rescue Port Stephens and Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage descended on Lake Macquarie for a simulation, multi-unit training day recently.

On show was the new Port Stephens Marine Rescue craft the ‘Shirley Clark’.

The simulation search-and-rescue exercise off the Hunter Coast put Marine Rescue NSW volunteers to the test.

In all 55 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers from all eight Hunter/Central Coast units and one member from Greater Sydney’s Cottage Point unit, along with officers from Marine Area Command, members from Surf Life Saving NSW and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service took part in the major regional search-and-rescue exercise (SAREX) at Lake Macquarie.

The SAREX scenario coordinated by Marine Area Command was organised to test rescuers’ capability, multi-agency teamwork and communication in responding to a simulated emergency situation in offshore conditions.

Chief Inspector Anthony Brazzill from Marine Area Command said the training scenario involved a capsized port pilot vessel off Newcastle, near the pilot boarding grounds.

“It was unknown whether there were persons still on board.

“We deployed a police vessel which located the vessel and called in divers.

“There was information that there were four persons on that vessel that were last seen in lifejackets floating away, so we organised a search for those missing people,” Chief Insp Brazzill said.

The emergency response scenario involved seven Marine Rescue NSW vessels from Lake Macquarie, the Central Coast, Terrigal, Norah

Head, Lemon Tree Passage, Port Stephens and Newcastle, four Marine Rescue NSW rescue water craft along with inflatable rubber boats and others from Surf Life Saving NSW, Water Police 24 and a Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

Chief Inspector Brazzill said the emergency responders were confronted with a large offshore search area from Swansea Heads to Merewether to locate the four missing targets in the simulation.

“The search area was about 70 square nautical miles plus we were also looking at the shoreline around the beaches and the foreshore,” he said.

Marine Rescue NSW Hunter/Central Coast zone duty operations manager Steve Raymond said members of the multi-agency response used their skills and experience to locate the targets swiftly.

“The exercise went very well, the volunteers found the targets and performed extremely well,”

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David Aselford, unit commander of Lemon Tree Passage Marine Rescue told News Of The

Area, "it was great to be involved in this multiagency event. It has honed our skills for any emergency event that may come up."

q Some of the rescue vessels set to task during the simulation.

q Some of the volunteers involved in the emergency simulation.

Housing industry implores: stop dangerous homes

AN impassioned plea from builders, insurers and planners to stop homes being built on floodplains has landed with state government.

An urgent statewide overhaul of planning laws is needed, representative bodies of each group say, and state government must not allow buildings that put people’s lives at risk.

The Insurance Council of Australia, Master Builders Australia and the Planning Institute of Australia with the Australian Local Government Association this month convened the inaugural ‘National Industry Roundtable: Land Use Planning and Resilience’.

About 60 experts from government, financial services, property, and community organisations

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called for state and territory governments to urgently rethink planning rules so no more homes are built in high-risk, flood-prone locations.

A communique from the three sponsoring organisations outlining recommendations for reform has been released and will be sent to planning ministers, who also met last week to discuss this issue.

The roundtable heard all Australians were bearing the costs of worsening extreme weather events, and these costs were increasing because of historic planning decisions.

Attendees said without reform, population pressures and inadequate planning laws would mean further development of flood-prone land, putting lives at risk, costing taxpayers billions of dollars in recovery and remediation, and adding to an already strained insurance sector.

Insurance Council of Australia chief executive Andrew Hall said the flood events of 2022, with almost 300,000 disasterrelated claims, had cost about $7 billion, driven up premiums and resulted in affordability constraints for those at highest risk.

“Without insurance, homeowners likely can’t access a mortgage, and that is the wrong direction for our country,” he said.

Better government planning and investment must be taken seriously, he said.

Master Builders Australia chief executive Denita Wawn said technical building regulations would always fail without fitfor-purpose planning laws.

She said government must take an appropriate risk-management approach.

“Governments are encouraged to take a balanced approach to development and resist a default of building out.”

She said there should be “alternative considerations, such as building up, to take the pressure off the housing system and [create] infrastructure that is more resilient and adaptable to extreme weather events”.

Planning Institute of Australia chief executive Matt Collins said Australia needed to act now to limit the impact of extreme weather on communities.

“By adopting new risk-based policies and investing in better mapping and data, we can ensure development avoids or minimises exposure to flood hazards.”

He said town planners supported governments taking clear action to ensure more climate-conscious planning, and last week’s roundtable was an important step towards this goal.

Australia Local Government Association president Linda Scott said “building back better” was supported by councils nationwide.

No dice for pokies signs

EXTERNAL gambling-related signage is being stripped from venues across the state in the wake of a state-government ban.

Announced in May, venues have until September 1 to comply with the ban.

Venues must remove, alter or conceal all external gambling-related signs, including fixed unilluminated awning signs and digital video displays.

Names such as ‘VIP Room/VIP Lounge’, ‘Golden Room/Lounge’ and ‘Players’ Room/ Lounge’ are among the names banned, as well as images of dragons, coins or lightning motifs.

The maximum penalty attributable for not removing the signs is $11,000 per offence.

High-speed rail chief sought

THE hunt is on for a chief to lead the development of a high-speed rail network along the country’s east coast and the Sydney-to-Newcastle leg constitutes the first stage.

Leading into last year’s federal election, the Australian Labor Party vowed to get high-speed rail moving and last month established an authority to oversee plans.

A board has been established and is chaired by Jill Rossouw and supported by Gillian Brown, Dyan Perry, Ian Hunt and Neil Scales.

Advertising for a chief executive, who may serve as long as five years, has begun.

The new boss will work closely with the board to advise government about planning, construction and operation of a transformational high-speed rail network with the first stop being planning and corridor works for the Sydney to Newcastle section of the network, backed by a $500-million federal government commitment.

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Positive Behaviour and Learning Program

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Positive Behaviour and Learning Awards are back for term three.

This week students nominated included Aaliyah Newbury, of Irrawang Public School, who was nominated for finding a credit card and handing it in. The owner was very grateful for her honesty.

Jayde Gibson of Raymond Terrace Public School supported and engaged with pre-school students as part of the Book Buddies program.

She encouraged others to have a go even if they find it hard. The preschool students love to read with Jayde.

Grahamstown Public School student Caelan Pearson was nominated for his participation on a school excursion to the fire station, a volunteer commented on his excellent use of manners and how interested he was in all the different things he was being shown.

He displayed all the school’s PBL values of respect, personal best and safety.

Irrawang High School’s Evelyn Smith was nominated for her commitment to helping out at Cafe Irrawang on a regular basis during her own breaks.

Scarlett Gibbons of Hunter

River High School was nominated for being a fantastic team member in the mock trial and mediation competition.

She has prepared herself thoroughly with the knowledge required to help support the team in maximising points to succeed.

Salt Ash Public Schools Layla Toan was nominated for being a supportive and respectful student at the athletics carnival and showing great sportsmanship during events.

Sonny Edwards of Medowie Public School was nominated for being a mentor to others regarding Aboriginal education.

Sonny has been very responsible in sharing his knowledge with other students as well as in delivering the Acknowledgement of Country.

He always displays amazing compassion.

Amelia White of Seaham Public School was nominated when she was observed approaching a younger student who was upset without being asked.

Amelia checked in with the younger student and did her best to cheer her up.

Isabella Williams of Karuah Public School was nominated for displaying outstanding sportsmanship, determination, dedication and team spirit during weekend netball.

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By Marian SAMPSON

THE Positive Behaviour and Learning awards are back in full swing.

Craig Partridge, Principal Seaham Public School told News Of The Area, “Seaham Public School continues to use Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) as an essential process in reinforcing and guiding students to be respectful, responsible learners.

“Students are explicitly taught positive behaviours across all settings,” he said.

“Community PBL is a wonderful opportunity to reinforce these behaviours outside of school and we are proud to continue our involvement in community PBL across this wonderful Worimi land,” he said.

The week-two, termthree award nominees are all well deserving, they were:

Zahli Barker of Irrawang Public School, who was nominated for showing care, kindness and compassion for her peers and school staff.

She can be relied on to support others when they are hurt or sad and always

finds an adult to help when necessary.

Zahli is a safe, responsible learner who shows respect to everyone, everywhere, every time.

Raymond Terrace Public School student Ryker Purden was nominated for becoming a leader in the ‘Book Buddies’ program, where he shares his reading time with pre-school students.

He is kind and supportive of others who are less confident and is growing in confidence himself.

Ava Huxtable, of Grahamstown Public School, was nominated for her resilience, taking part in the school spelling bee with short notice.

Ava was confident demonstrating the school PBL value of personal best and showed great sportsmanship supporting her fellow contestants.

Zoe Astin, of Irrawang High School, was nominated for her valuable assistance to the Chef at Cafe Irrawang on a regular basis during her own breaks.

Hunter River High’s Bella James was nominated for her

fantastic sportsmanship at a recent futsal competition.

While Zoey Catford-Jones of Salt Ash Public School was nominated for being a positive and respectful student while representing her school at Star Struck.

She was supportive of her peers and was always polite when interacting with members of the community.

Medowie Public School’s Ryan Poole was nominated for displaying all of the Raymond Terrace Community PBL expectations when working with peers and the Up & Up team.

Seaham Public School nominated Lexi Benson for a PBL award this week because Lexi is a wonderful citizen who is often observed supporting other students in her classroom.

Jarrah Crotty of Karuah Public School was nominated for displaying outstanding sportsmanship, determination, dedication and team spirit during weekend soccer.

The team at the NOTA congratulate all the PBL award nominees.

q Last weeks nominees for the PBL awards at the presentation at MarketPlace Raymond Terrace.

q This weeks nominees.

drives Probus visit

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Probus Club of Fingal Bay recently travelled to Cookaburra at Bobs Farm, a sustainable enterprise that grows barramundi and great salad leaves.

It won the coveted NSW Farmer of the Year in 2019 for its barramundi farming operation.

Julia Redlich of the Fingal Bay Probus Club said sustainability had convinced the Probus club members to dine there.

“Even the barramundi swimming below the bridge over the canal were fed (their special food provided),” she said.

The club enjoys regular guest speakers.

A special guest at the July meeting was Sharon Mills from Tomaree Meals on Wheels, and the membership learned about the work this organisation does.

Port Stephens covers many areas, all are operated by trained volunteers who arrange meals, deliver them to homes, check all is well, and, at day’s end, clear up for another day.

The choice covers daily needs, special days and times.

Care, help and friendship play a part.

Sharon now holds a major role in organisation, and she lights up as she describes it. “I love my work,” she

said, “and I love my friends made there as well.”

Fingal Bay Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the second Monday of each month at the Community Hall, 6-8 Norburn Street, Nelson Bay.

New members are welcome to learn about the activities such as barbecues, movies, day trips, morning teas and wining and dining. For more information phone Rosamund on 0419 119 216.

q Daryl Chalker, Maureen and Eric Platzer enjoy the delights of Cookabarra.

q Staff explaining the sustainable processes at Cookabarra.

Oral health far reaching

SOMETHING many people don’t know is how closely their oral and general health is connected, and how oral hygiene can have a marked effect on their overall wellbeing.

The theme of this year’s Dental Health Week (DHW), from August 7-13, aims to change that by shining a spotlight on the importance of that connection.

The messaging of ‘Mind, Body, Mouth. It’s all connected’ aims to drive home the point to people that brushing and flossing their teeth, seeing their dentist regularly, and eating well all play key roles in their body’s health.

It’s a timely message, with a variety of studies confirming that a majority of those polled are unaware that medical conditions could be impacted by or can impact oral health.

A 2021 study out of James Cook University underscored how little awareness there is of this link, with Professor Alan Nimmo seeking to examine “what people knew about the link between oral health and disease –in particular how poor oral health can affect other areas of the body”.

“It’s been recognised for decades that systemic inflammation can influence the onset and severity of oral

q Getting the jitters just looking at a photograph? Dentists recommend an holistic approach to oral health to keep you out of the chair. Photo: SUPPLIED. disease and that it goes both ways; inflammation of the gums can affect inflammation in other parts of the body,” said Prof Nimmo. His work referenced a 2016 World Health Organisation study that revealed that more than 3.5 billion people had an oral disease of some kind, with more than 100 systemic diseases associated with ‘oral manifestations’, and that people are in need of health education overall, especially those with heart disease and diabetes.

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In light of these and other findings, this year’s DHW campaign will explore six connections: atherogenic cardiovascular disease; type II diabetes; adverse pregnancy outcomes; inflammatory bowel diseases; respiratory conditions and; neurodegenerative disease.

It’s well recognised that the promotion of the oral and systemic health connection increases awareness

of the importance of practising good oral health and, to that end, the ADA has worked closely with organisations such as the Cancer Council, the Heart Foundation and the Australian Medical Association.

Dentists have a key role to play in the identification of oral health diseases, and Dental Health Week is the perfect opportunity to educate patients about the possible connections between oral health and systemic health conditions.

Dentists demand new system-wide approach

THE Australian Dental Association has welcomed the release of an interim report about dentistry in Australia by a senate committee taking a close look at dental services.

While the final report is not due until the end of the year, the ADA this week welcomed the inquiry into public dentistry and the release of its interim findings.

“We’re delighted to see the senate committee recognises the need for systemwide reform,” said ADA deputy chief executive Eithne Irving.

“It is long overdue that the government took decisive steps to resolve the appalling oral health of millions of Australians,” said Ms Irving.

In its submission to the inquiry in May, the ADA pressed for the committee to consider its blueprint for the delivery and funding of dental care, the Australian Dental Health Plan.

“The ADA’s plan, which includes a proposal for a ‘senior dental benefits scheme’, has the support of not only the Royal Commission into Aged Care but also many aged-care groups, and provides a targeted path to increasing access to dental care,“ Ms Irving said.

Proposed organisational changes do not involve modification of the Medicare legislation, she said, meaning the government could act now.

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JEANS for Genes Day is being marked on Friday (August 4).

A fundraising vehicle of the Children’s Medical Research Institute, the day highlights genetic research into childhood diseases.

The Children’s Medical Research Institute marks 65 years’ existence this year.

Its

It is through stories such as Anita, Mathew and Amelia’s that the true magnitude of the institute’s work and how it translates into the general community can be appreciated.

When her only child was diagnosed with a genetic eye condition mum, Anita, described the emotions as like “going through the stage of grief, watching your blind child grow up in a sighted world’’.

It was when Amelia was three months old that her parents, Anita and Mathew, were told by their family doctor that her eyes weren’t following movement around the room. She was sent for further testing, and by six months old, they got the news that Amelia had Leber’s congenital amaurosis which would leave her with very little vision.

“I cried for a week, a full week,’’ Anita said.

“I remember night and day, I cried, wondering what the future of my child was going to be like? How is she going to walk? How is she going to stay safe and not get hit by a car?’’

Seven years later, life is a lot brighter for Amelia.

She is a talented pianist who learns songs easily after only a couple of listens.

Sight is something many of us take for granted. The Children’s Medical Research Institute is working to make seven-year-old Amelia’s eye condition treatable. Photo: SUPPLIED.

mission remains the same: “no child's life should be cut short. We will do all within our power to change ‘incurable’ to ‘curable’.”

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of childhood

She has won awards for her brilliance at mastering Braille and is progressing well at school with both sport and academics.

Amelia walks with a cane and it is only now that she’s older that her parents can assess what she is and isn’t able to see.

“I can stand directly in front of her and she walks right past me,” said Anita.

Research Institute had been involved in Australia’s first-ever gene therapy for an inherited eye disease and there was work being done for other conditions.

“Our team is involved in new therapy and clinical trials for genetic eye disorders, and there have been some great outcomes that give us impetus and hope for our future efforts,’’ Professor Jamieson said.

“This research can make a real difference to people,” she said, “my hope is that we can make a positive difference in the lives of many more people’’

“It's always something that happens to someone else - but it could happen, and research is really important to support because it can make a really big difference in the lives of those that are affected and those around us.”

One thing that changed Anita’s perspective was discovering that Professor Robyn Jamieson at Children’s Medical

.Anita said it was “beyond exciting’’ to go into the labs and hear from Professor Jamieson about her team’s work and urged all Australians to support their research.

“You never think it's going to happen to you ever,” she said.

“It's still really difficult to watch, breaks my heart every time. You never get used to it,’’ she said.

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away from hustle and bustle, North Arm Cove lots have been selling.

Nelson Bay Real Estate agents say people are seeking both serene getaways and

opportunities along the coast and the market is turning to North Arm Cove.

Recently sold blocks include: Lot 899 Muswellbrook Avenue (sold for $40,000); lot 903 Hamilton Street (sold for $35,000); lot 2829 Gunnedah

Street (sold for $43,000); lot 121 Moree Place (sold for $38,000) and; lot 1 Waratah Drive (sold for $51,888).

Agents said now was a time to consider selling if you own a block in the area and haven’t been using it, nor its potential.

There is an existing database of people eager to buy in the area. There are currently lots on Overseas Way and Deepwater Road under offer. Nelson Bay Real Estate is active and local to the area, phone the office on 02 4981 2655.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN

DEAR Jasminda,

Our new neighbours seem to be lovely people, but they have hideous outdoor decorating taste including colourful gnomes, gaudy fountains and their latest, a full-sized frangipani mural on their garage door. The rest of the neighbourhood is understated. Can I ask them to tone it down a bit since we can see all of this from our deck?

Nadia G.

Good news

WRITE DIRECTION

By John Blackbourn

MY article headed ‘Assault & Battery’ as published on 4 May this year created a lot of verbal interest from those who know me, plus emails from those who don’t, all of which were of a positive nature I am happy to report.

In that article I suggested the probable explosion of the price of electricity, saying it felt like I was being assaulted by that price increase and that it could end up as battery.

The article went on to explain my economic calculations that lead me to resolve that the only way I was able to contain the price rise of electricity was to contemplate the purchase of a solar-fed battery.

My 9.8 kilowatt (KW) rooftop solar was delivering all the power

OPINION

I was consuming every day plus providing an additional oversupply of power to the level of another 21KW, which was transferred to the grid for only 5 cents per kilowatthour, which my provider probably on-sold for about 40 to 45 cents to other consumers.

So rather than virtually donate those 21KW of additional power, it was to my advantage to use as much as required to fully charge a battery that could be drawn upon each night when the wind didn’t blow and the sun doesn’t shine and of course, when the maximum demand for power is at it greatest at the end of each day.

I then undertook to advise readers what the results were when I received my next quarterly bill

Nadia, Nadia, Nadia

Imagine if the whole world was full of beige people with their steel-grey SUVs, their linseed-

after fitting the battery.

The battery I had installed was one of 10 KW size and I pointed out that they can be purchased in 5KW size and the cost of upgrading from 5 to 10KW size battery was only about 30 percent more expensive, so all of that made a lot of sense to me.

Now for the good news, that came when I received the latest electricity account this week.

With my new battery being in use for two of the three months covered in this bill and the price of electricity having gone up by roughly 30 percent, my bill was only a few dollars greater than the previous quarter when the price of electricity was much lower. So how does all that work out dollar wise?

This time last year I used an average of 11.5 kilowatt hours per day. This bill, with my battery in use for 2 or the 3 months, my daily use averaged only 4 KWH, so my daily cost of electricity was a little less than $3 per day. What an

outstanding result that was, and fully justified the $9,500 cost of the new battery.

My retail electricity supplier then said the average two-person household in this area uses 17 KWH per day, so what a wonderful reduction that was.

So that readers don’t think that I might be living in a tiny residence which doesn’t use much electricity, I need to advise that the opposite is the case and not only that, because of this cooler-than-normal winter we are having, we run the air conditioner on heat mode for at least three hours each night, which is newly installed and wasn’t available to be used in the previous quarter.

The small print on my account says my use this quarter saw a decrease of 64.24 percent since the previous account. When I again calculate what a full 3 months’ saving use of the battery might deliver, the whole exercise of buying

coloured carpet, their scandi handwoven rugs and minimal objets d’arts such as a single sprig of eucalyptus foliage in a test tube (with even their pets chosen to match their internal paint scheme).

Though not to your taste, perhaps their outdoor decor reflects their exuberant, colourful personalities.

Perhaps just pull down your oatmeal-hued Roman blinds, pour yourself a dirty martini, enjoy some chill music on your surround-sound system and recline in your faux-leather sofa until the next on-trend style is released?

Who knows? It may just be a return of the frangipani mural.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

and installing a 10KW battery looks like an even more impressive decision.

We believe for several reasons that our expectation was that our use this winter with clothes dryer and now air conditioner in use would see an increase in our electricity use, we were overjoyed with the cost savings our new battery has delivered.

This may not work for everyone, but it certainly did the trick for my household.

Again, I would recommend that interested users firstly read the Clean Energy Councils website about battery selection and operation and then talk with others that have gone down the road with battery selection and use.

Just don’t talk to me about that daily availability fee because I’m sure that cost will keep on growing and is the obvious fee that will be continually increased to inflate our power bills.

and to be listened to on relevant issues, such as the detention of young people and the alienation of children from their families.

relating to the proposed ‘Voice’.

Facts straight on ‘Voice’, please OPINION

DEAR News Of The Area,

READING comments made by parliamentarians, both in parliament and the media, I have been dismayed to see so many factually incorrect statements

I would like to correct two main ones:

1) We did not remove restrictions based on race in 1967 and we are not, now, inserting race into the constitution.

The ‘race power’ has existed since 1901 i.e. the ability for parliament to make special laws

deemed necessary for people of any race, although it has only included First Nations people since 1967.

2) Every bill passing through parliament will not be sent to the ‘Voice’ for an opinion, slowly down the process of government.

The Voice is an advisory body and, according to the

relevance and appropriateness.

new proposed 129(2) section of the constitution, will have no veto and does not impose any obligation on parliament to consult with the ‘Voice’ or to follow its advice.

The Uluru Statement from the Heart makes it clear that First Nations people want to be recognised in the constitution

The ‘Closing the Gap’ target areas of health, housing, education, and employment will be the priorities. There is much work to be done to enable future generations to have a better future.

Regards, Dr Sally HUNTER, Tea Gardens.

Say

READING by Lynne Miles: Hebrews 11: 17 & 18"By faith Abraham, when God tested him, offered his son Isaac as a sacrifice. He who had received the promises was about to sacrifice his one and only son, even though God had said to him, "It is through Isaac that your offspring will number as many as the stars in the heavens."

Pindimar City, the dream that . . .

Stinker’s Fishin’ and Stories

By John 'STINKER' CLARKE

BORN a Yorkshireman in 1865, a young Frederick Phillips made the decision to sail to the land of opportunity – Australia.

The fare to Sydney on board the SS Garonne was £15/15/0, 3rd class return dated April 27th 1882.

Two hours after stepping onto the Sydney wharf Fred had a job.

‘Boy wanted to milk and deliver, 15/- a week’. So began the incredible saga of the Phillips family in Australia

In Parramatta Fred worked as a builder, then in a timber mill as well as running a small farm with cattle and bees.

In 1889 Fred married a Maitlandborn girl Sarah Page and the couple were to have eight children.

In early 1890 Fred moved the family to Nabiac where he continued with his beekeeping before purchasing a sawmill and building a two storey home with a shop underneath.

In 1903 Fred purchased the sailing ship ‘Candidate’ to ship timber from Forster to Newcastle and Sydney.

Forever searching, Fred was impressed with the Nerong district in Port Stephens, which finally led him to Pindimar, where he took up 5,000 acres from the Tea Gardens Road through to the waterfront where he moved into the fledgling oyster industry and grazed cattle.

Fred Phillips became the major

mover promoting the ‘City of Pindimar’, which he considered to be a real opportunity to progress all his businesses and he also had many acres of land that certainly would have been of interest to the developers.

Such was the interest, Prime Minister of Australia, Billy Hughes came to stay to look over the proposal.

At the time Stan Phillips, Fredrick’s son, had a chestnut mare called “Butterfly” which, I’m told, could run 3 furlongs in 39 seconds with a stock saddle and 11 stone on her back. Unwisely Billy decided to go for a ride on “Butterfly”, which bolted up the beach. Built like a jockey the PM was hanging on as best he could.

When the Pindimar venture was killed off by vested interests in Sydney and Newcastle, Fred turned

his attention to oyster farming in Port Stephens.

Fred Phillips, followed by his son Stan and family members, built an empire which by the 1940s was considered by some, as the world’s biggest oyster farm.

JOIN ME

Weekly, throughout the month of August 8th, 15th and 22nd , I will be giving a presentation on the history of the Inner and Outer Lighthouses at the Visitors Information Centre in Nelson Bay. The free events are being organised by the Tomaree Museum Association. If anyone has any lighthouse memorabilia that they are prepared to share for the occasion, could they please email me stinkerfishing@yahoo.com

The Tourist Information Centre has more information, 1800 808 900.

q Men at work on what was eventually the world’s biggest oyster farm.

Westerlies flatten chances of snapper

By John 'STINKER' CLARKE

I

fishing is best when the wind’s from the west”.

Whoever said that was obviously did not come from Port Stephens.

All my snapper hot spots have been blown out as the sea flattens.

On Broughton Island, practically all of the eastern aspect has been zoned Marine Park - Sanctuary, meaning that there can be no fishing between East Head and the Looking Glass.

That means that nearly half of Broughton Islands’ snapper grounds

are out of bounds.

In a westerly wind there are very few safe choices for recreational fishers to target snapper.

Much of the Sanctuary Zone on Broughton was put in place to protect the grey nurse shark from recreational fishers.

I am of the belief that recreational fishers are not a threat to the population of grey nurse.

I received a short note from leading Port Stephens fisher George

Trinkler which goes straight to the centre of the issue.

“As a lifetime recreational fisher, I have come to the conclusion that the information passed on to us from NSW Fisheries relating to the grey nurse shark is misleading and baseless,” wrote George.

“Enough is enough.

“Show us some evidence that recreational fishers are a danger to the future of the sharks or move on.”

Go George.

q West wind flattens the sea. I need rough water to catch my snapper.

q Frederick Phillips was never going to die wondering.

q Motoring in 'Stinkpot' through the crack in Looking Glass on Broughton, a known aggregation site for grey nurse sharks.

Genuine contenders

By Chris KARAS

THEIR form has been patchy of late but Port Stephens Power AFL women’s team remains a genuine title contender for the AFL Hunter Central Coast Black Diamond Plate.

Narrow losses to premiership rivals Cardiff Eagles, Maitland Saints and Newcastle City in recent weeks would have dented the confidence of most clubs, but the Power warriors believe they can still go all the way in the 2023 competition.

With three rounds to be completed the Port Stephens outfit is entrenched in fourth spot on 34 points behind Cardiff (44), Maitland (38) and Newcastle City (36).

Experienced Power coach Beth Innes told News Of The Area that “there is plenty of improvement in our team with the best yet to come.

“We’ve had some tight contests during the past month against the leading teams and haven’t nailed our opportunities,” said Beth.

“Injuries to key personnel and unavailabilities haven’t helped our cause, but I know what this team is capable of achieving when they hit their straps” she added.

The Eagles edged out Power 12-10 in a gripping encounter while the Saints registered an 8-11 (59) to 4-6 (30) triumph over the Port Stephens line up last Saturday at ?

It followed a 6-2 (38) to 2-5 (17) loss to Newcastle City before the Power bounced back with a thumping 10-17 (77) to 2-0

(12) victory over the Cats. The Power were best served by Tayla Richards, Elizabeth Daniels and

Enterprising Rooettes clinch minor premiership

Lionel Morten Oval.

By Chris KARAS

THEY’VE been described by rugby league pundits as a team to watch, with skill and power across the park, and according to their mentor are a delight to coach.

Meet the mighty Karuah Rooettes who have clinched the minor premiership in the Newcastle Maitland Regional Community Women’s competition.

The all conquering Rooettes are Grand Final-bound in 2023, after tossing second-placed Cessnock Goannas 14-6 in a top-of-the-table clash last Friday night at Baddeley Park.

Talented lock Dallas Gray, five eighth and vice captain Sophie Anderson and utility Bly Savuro notched tries and ace fullback Ebony Oakley booted a conversion as the Rooettes opened up a 14-0 lead.

A consolation try by Cessnock five eighth Nikki Murnane in the dying seconds gave the home side something to cheer about.

Savuro was a stand out for the Rooettes, starting on the wing before shining in the halves to earn the players’ player award with the tireless Gray and elusive Oakley also turning in strong games.

It was a satisfying triumph for the Karuah women as they sealed the number-one ranking in a perfect tune up for the upcoming finals series.

Rookie coach Dylan Foley told News Of The Area that he was “very proud of the team’s achievements this season”.

“They are committed to each other, have a genuine thirst for learning and are a credit to this club,” said Foley.

“Many of the girls are having their first stint in rugby league and continue to improve with each game,” he said.

“I am so proud of them allthey are a delight to coach and deserve the accolades and are gathering momentum for the finals” Dylan added.

The Karuah club is celebrating its Women in League and Indigenous round this weekend with a triple header at home base

Tilligerry Social Golf

28/7/23

OUTRIGHT winner. Grahame Glover. 32 c/b

Runner up. John Clayton. 32 c/b Bonus points winner. Ed Martin. 35 Runner Up Peter Couvaras. 34 Ball winners. Wendy Couvaras

Bill McMaster

Bob West

Matt Baldwin

John McDonald Bryan Porter Bradman Award. Jack Johnstone

D&C4th. A. John McDonald. B. Peter Couvaras

D&C7th. A. Grahame Glover. B. Bill McMaster NTP18TH. A. Jack Johnstone. B. Bill McMaster Money hole. A. Matt Baldwin. B. Bill McMaster. There were 15 starters. Congratulations to all the winners. Next game Friday 4th August will be the postponed 4th round Championships.

Curtain raiser will feature the Karuah Joeys Under 10s mixed side against the Windale Eagles at 11.30am before the Rooettes square off with the Dudley Magpies at 12.45pm.

In the main game at 2pm the rampant Roos men’s team are chasing another “big scalp” when they lock horns with rivals Paterson ‘Rivers’.

Karuah bounced back to their skilful best in a 58-0 drubbing of the Aberglasslyn Ants last Friday night at McKeachie’s Sports Ground.

The Roos shook off their recent indifferent form in a ten-try romp with doubles to fullback Mitch O’Bryan and centre Koby Martyn and four pointers to hooker Daniel Evans, back rower Mitch Napier, centre Joshua Page, winger Adam Crompton, prop Joshua White and half back Josh Daniels.

Experienced five eighth Sam Croese landed nine goals.

Karuah will honour their rugby league legends of the past decade at a special presentation dinner on Saturday August 12 at Karuah RSL Club following Old Players Day festivities against Raymond Terrace Magpies at Lionel Morten Oval.

Scarlett Lack against the Eagles, with top games from Alysha Fewster, Renee Selby, Brooke Masoe, Samantha

Furner and Sarah Masiero against Newcastle City. Other Port Stephens players to impress include

Johanna Wilson, Shakira Jobson, Demi Bentley, Lauren Kidd, Angelica Diamond and Taylor Smith.

q Port Stephens Power midfielder and players’ player Johanna Wilson (headband) and team mate Alysha Fewster (left) pressure the Maitland Saints during last weekend’s big clash.

q Karuah Rooettes skipper Jessica Neilson and vice captain Sophie Anderson model the club’s jumpers for this Saturday’s Women in League round.

Top three standing at State titles for Port Stephens netballers

By Chris KARAS

ANOTHER batch of emerging netballers from the Port Stephens area have done their region proud.

The Port Stephens Netball Association 14yrs representative team impressed keen judges with a creditable third placing in Division 4 at the recent HART Junior State Netball titles in Sydney.

Under the guidance of head coach Nadina Marsh, assistant coach Ainsleigh Crisp and manager Isabella Stefanish the girls produced spirited and skilful performances to win fourteen of their seventeen matches and earn a top three ranking.

Port Stephens Netball representative convenor

Sam Rumbel told News

Of The Area that “the local netball community is proud of the efforts of all of the region’s junior representative teams.

“The 14-yrs girls were outstanding ambassadors for our association and played exciting netball throughout the carnival against some of the finest teams in the state,” said

Sam. “They showed tenacity, skill and durability over the three days as well as good sportsmanship and really connected as a combination” she said.

The Port Stephens 14s won their opening eight matches against Nelson Bay (14-6), Armidale District (17-1), Quirindi

(16-14), Sapphire Coast (22-15), Scone & District (18-11), Tumut (16-13), Ulladulla & District (303) and Wollondilly (23-1) before tasting their first loss against championship runners-up Woolgoolga (17-8).

The girls continued their winning streak against Blayney & District

q Port Stephens Netball Association’s 14yrs representative team finished third in Division 4 at this year’s State Junior Netball titles in Sydney.

(22-7), Brunswick-Byron (21-10), Casino (17-11), Cowra & District (14-5), Glen Innes (19-9) and Gunnedah (13-5) before back-to-back losses to undefeated champions Lower Clarence (14-12) and Mount Druitt (20-14) to wrap up the tournament.

Lower Clarence won all seventeen matches to finish

on top of the standings on 34 points ahead of Woolgoolga (32 points from sixteen victories) and Port Stephens (28 points).

In an exhilarating contest, the Lower Clarence team edged out Port Stephens 14-12 after both sides had turned on the style to entertain supporters in one of the

classic matches of the carnival.

The Port Stephens 14-yrs representative netball squad included Sarah Byrne, Madelene Connolly, Emily Crain, Lilia Frize, Amelia Gill, Makaela Grainger, Emmison Mate, Caitlin Porter and Blair Vorenkamp.

Nelson Bay Gropers tune up for Hunter Suburban Rugby finals with thumping 59-7 win over Griffins

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they need to carry this form into the finals series,” he added.

Second-placed Singleton Bulls Red have posted 46

points after tossing Pokolbin Reds 24-7 with Cooks Hill Brown Snakes slamming Medowie Marauders 36-3 to remain in the top four.

Spearheaded by mercurial five eighth Illisoni

Vonomatairatu, the mighty Gropers blitzed their rivals with power and skill to run in nine impressive tries.

The classy number ten engineered the rout with his dynamic running and clever

passing and notched two tries and seven goals for a personal haul of 24 points.

Power running second rower Hamish Bartlett monstered the Griffins and capped a strong game with a

try double.

Other try scorers for the Gropers were props Zion Takarua and Nathan McLeay, winger Scott Triston, centre Rhys Cutbush and dashing fullback Will Dunn.

Griffins centre Kobi Etcell nabbed a consolation try that was converted by half back Johnty Pettet.

Nelson Bay host Cooks Hill this Saturday in the final preliminary round at Bill Strong Oval from 3pm.

Nelson Bay Golf Club Results

JULY 23 2023 to 29 July 2023

Sunday 23 July 2023

Men’s Stableford: Nelson Bay

Brush

Overall winners

A1 Rosh Grace (8) 36

B1 David Joseph (20) 35

Monday 24 June 2023

Vets Stableford

1 Barry Kalousek 20

2 Michael Trigas

Tuesday 25 July 2023

Ladies Stableford -Over-all

Winners

1 Liz Davis (34) 15

Ladies Stableford: Christmas Course

A1 Jenny Frost (11) 40

A2 Robyn Kennett (16) 38

B1 Jenny Hazer (26) 36

B2 Charmaine Elliott (24) 35

C1 Judy Fisher (40) 36

C2 Ruth Buchanan (37) 35

Wednesday 26 July 2023

Men’s Stableford: Brush Course

A1 Peter Sutton (10) 37 c/b

A2 Peter Gibson (6) 37

B1 Neil Bowling (16) 40

B2 Gary Mccann (23) 35 c/b

C1 Peter Lakeman (27) 41

C2 Roger Gander (42) 38

Men’s Stableford: Christmas Course

A1 John Clark (12) 39

A2 Neil Edwards (11) 36

B1 Chris Tognan (18) 39

B2 Garry Hall (18) 39

C1 Bill Joncevski (28) 37

C2 David Burnely (31) 34

Vets

1 Hugh Wedesweiler 22

2 Ronald Souter 20

Friday 28 July 2023

Men’s Stableford: Gymea Course

A1 David Warder (11) 35c/b

A2 Steven Wilson (15) 35

A3 Vito Massaioli (11) 34

B1 Trevor Plane (22) 38c/b

B2 John Mudie (20) 38c/b

B3 Damien Johnstone (22) 38

C1 Gary McCann (24) 38

C2 Phil Walker (25) 37

C3 Peter Dee (38) 36

Ladies Stableford: Gymea

Course: Overall Winners:

1 Sue Conrades (34) 39

2 Sharan King (37) 36

Saturday 29 July 2023

Mens Ungraded Stableford: Gymea Lily Course: Overall Winners

1 Alan Foster (40) 42c/b

2 Les Williams (29) 42

3 Martin Quirke (18) 41

4 Kenneth Oberman (16) 40

5 Peter Johnson (27) 39

6 Mike Davison (21) 38c/b

Mens Ungraded Stableford: Brushbox Courses: Overall Winners

1 Mark Fisher (20) 40

2 Garry Hall (17) 39

3 Chris Mawson (11) 38c/b

4 Phil Donoso (12) 38

5 Neil Russell (17) 37c/b

6 John Keane (22) 37c/b

Mens Four-ball Stableford: Brushbox Course:

Overall Winners

1 Michael Baldwin & Steve Barnett 47c/b

2 John Keane & Roy Johnson 47c/b

Mens Four-ball Stableford: Gymea Courses: Overall Winners:

1 Marc Pisani & David Rann 46

2 Alan Foster & Ben Walters 45c/b

Womens Stableford: Gymea Courses: Overall Winner:

1 Sharon Wilder (27) 23

q Nelson Bay Gropers flexed their premiership muscle with nine tries against Newcastle Griffins at Bill Strong Oval.

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Sudoku is an 81 square number grid with nine blocks each containing nine cells. To solve the puzzle, all the blank cells must be filled in using numbers from 1 to 9. Each number can only appear once in each row, column and in the nine 3x3 blocks.

SOLUTIONS

All the words listed below can be found in the grid.

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Return Thanks

CURRAN Thomas, “Tommy”

Passed away 27.7.2023

Aged 78 years

Late of Tea Gardens

Formerly of Penrith

Beloved husband of LYNDA. Loving father, father-in-law & stepfather to MELANIE & DEAN, JULIE & ED, SIMON & DANIELLE, KAY & MARK. Much loved grandpa & poppy to WILLOUGHBY & SOPHIE.

Relatives and Friends of TOMMY are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service in the Chapel of Lance Boots Funerals, 3 Johnson Close, Raymond Terrace WEDNESDAY 2.8.2023 at 2:00pm.

LANCE BOOTS FUNERALS

49872101 www.lancebootsfunerals.com.au

HENDERSON Fran, Mark, David, Todd and families would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to them at the sudden passing of their husband, father, pop and great pop Don. Especially the golfers at Hawks Nest Golf Club. Please accept this as our personal thanks as many addresses are unknown.

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War Medals

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

Public Notices

Public Notices

Herbicide spraying

MidCoast Council will be carrying out a range of herbicide spraying activities in various waterways, open drains, and retention ponds; on roadsides and reserves; and on sporting fields, parks, pools surrounds, cemeteries and Council building surrounds within the entire MidCoast region during the months August, September and October 2023.

These activities will be targeting general vegetation, grasses, reeds, bindii, broadleaf and annual and perennial environmental weeds and each program is subject to weather conditions. Only qualified operators will be undertaking works.

On the roadsides and reserves, subject to availability and need, registered herbicides Weedmaster Duo, Sixgun 360, Biochoice 360, Glymac 360 (360g/L glyphosate), and/or Metsun 600, Lynx WG, metmac 600, Kenzon and/or Grazon extra will be used as per the requirements of the label and APVMA off label permit 9907 where applicable.

PROPOSAL TO

UPGRADE TELSTRA MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT UPPER MYALL

Telstra plans to upgrade an existing telecommunications facility located at Cabbage Tree Rd, Upper Myall NSW 2423 www.rfnsa.com.au/2423007

1. Telstra are currently upgrading existing mobile network facilities to introduce 5G to its network. As part of this network upgrade, Telstra proposes the installation of LTE700 and NR/WCDMA850 at UPPER MYALL. Proposed works at the above site will involve the Installation of six (6) new panel antennas (each no longer than 2.8m), Removal of seven (7) existing panel antennas, Installation of six (6) new RRUs on new mounts, Installation of associated ancillary equipment at the existing facility and within the equipment shelter.

2. To improve Telstra’s mobile phone network.

3. Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Exempted Development in accordance with the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021 based on the description above.

4. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information or written submissions should be directed to Ryan Wong, BMM Group via email to: submissions@bmmgroup.com.au or 1300 260 834 by 18th August,2023.

Tea Gardens Car Rentals

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In various waterways and retention ponds Herbicides Weedmaster Duo, Sixgun 360, Biochoice 360 and/or Glymac 360 (360g/L glyphosate) will be used as per the requirements of the label and APVMA off label permit 9907 where applicable and as a precaution residents are advised to refrain from using, drinking or swimming in the water for two weeks following treatments. Registered herbicides, chemicals Spearhead, Kamba M and Broadside will be used as per label directions on sporting fields, parks, pools surrounds, cemeteries, reserves and Council building surrounds.

Scheduled areas will be assessed individually and treated as required. Individual areas will be sign-posted at the times of treatment in commonly accessed areas. A list of areas to be treated is available by calling MidCoast Council on 7955 7777.

Pets

For Sale

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Maritime Advisory Council

The NSW Government is currently seeking expressions of interest from people with diverse interests in maritime matters across NSW for appointment to the Maritime Advisory Council.

Members of the Council provide advice on maritime legislation, commercial and recreational boating, safety, access, environment and sustainability, as well as the expenditure priorities for maritime infrastructure and research.

The Council is a diverse and inclusive advisory space, so if you’re female, a First Nations person, a young waterway user, a person with a disability or an older boater, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Applications are to be submitted to the Centre for Maritime Safety via email at maritime@transport.nsw.gov.au by 13 August 2023. Please include a resume and cover letter detailing the reasons for your interest in the role and relevant experience.

For more information please visit: transport.nsw.gov.au/ maritime-advisory-council

Karuah Motor Yacht Club is a sports club that is family orientated located on the Karuah River Waterfront. We are a licensed premises open every Friday night from 5:00pm. BBQ available. 0415 419 741 mail@kmyc.net.au

MALTESE Shih Tzu puppies. 2 boys available. BIN# B000616552 Call or text 0474 378 452

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TG CC Fishing Club

Starts promptly at 2pm, 13th August 2023 with weigh-in, AGM, monthly meeting & eats to follow. All members are encouraged to attend.

GUITAR & Bass tuition theory muscianship graduate of Aust Institute of Music. Course details www.guitarstudio.net.au Salamander Bay 4984 4731

1M x 1.2m x 10mm round glass table with black powder coat legs $295. 0439 789 052 e240823

2 x Single (can be double) adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses VGC $300 both PH: 4997 9797 or 0490 971 996

2 cream leather two seater lounges. $500 each or both for $900 exc cond. 0400 955 778 Re280923

Motors

NISSAN Pathfinder 2011 Ti 550 with huge towing power and all the things the Ti 550 top model offers. Great 7 seater 4WD. V6 turbo diesel. Bit rough around the edge but a great truck. Rego til Feb 24 CZW48H

$17,500

Ph: 0401 308 359

Position Vacant

KARUAH MOTOR YACHT CLUB is currently looking for a self-employed Cook and Kitchen Hand to cook and serve meals on Friday nights from 5.30pm to 9.00pm and at other special events. This would suit a couple or retired cook and partner. For further information please phone Denise on 0415 419 741 by Friday 4th August 2023.

4 x 17”x 6” Steel rims, fitted with 255/65x17 Dunlop AT23 tyres. Suit current Nissan Navara $130ea ono. Ph 0404 094 028 Re250822

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

GOLF set leather bag, Slazenger cart woods steels extras. $250. Ph 0476 789 721 Re081222

KAYAK (Sit on Top) Brand Midway. Size L440 x W65cm, weight 23kg with Rudder inc Exc cond. Seat, Paddle Life Jacket. $800. Pick up from Tea Gardens area. 0423 014 783

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

JASON La-Z-Boy rocker reliner. Light grey, 4 years old, good cond. $200 0488 662 877

NEW Mobility Scooter 50AH batteries delivered and installed Newcastle and surrounding areas. $490 a pair 0418 430 643 ReS021123

PIANOLA with piano stool, old and modern rolls, good cond. $2000 0450 463 638 e170823

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

RINGS Sapphire Diamond and Gold new $100. Gold with small Diamond $100. Mens ring with Sapphire $100

Ph: 0493 777 707 F130423

SALON hair dryer, new $20. 0493 777 707

SNOW chains brand new, unused adjustable, suits 16 inch wheels or others $95 Tea Gardens. Peter 0419 932 992

SOFA Bed. Very good cond, hardly used but older style. $50. 4982 2335 f010623

SPARE Wheel for boat trailer, with tyre $50. 0419 985 601

SWAG King single with mattress $70 0419 985 601

TENS Machine still in box. $10. 4982 2335 f010623

WOMENS new black leather jacket, small to medium, worth $400, asking $100 0493 777 707 F130423

WOMENS new coat medium to large, wool worth $120, sell $50 0493 777 707 F130423

Boats

COLEMAN Canoe 4.5m, Flat aluminium rear to take outboard 2 x padded seats, rod holders, 2 paddles 2 lifejackets. $750 Ph: 0417 291 545

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

Caravans

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

AVAN Cruise liner 2010 Exc cond. Always garaged. Rego til June 2024. W40050. Sleeps 3, microwave, awning electric gas hot water service. Many extras $21,500. 0427 907 087

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TUESDAY

THE

HUNDRED WITH ANDY LEE

NBN, 8.40pm

SATURDAY WEIRD: THE AL YANKOVIC STORY

TEN, 8pm

This biographical parody film tells the outrageously untrue story of a “misfit kid” who learned he had the power to twist popular lyrics to become a top-selling artist in his own right. In the titular role, Daniel Radcliffe shows off some impressive comedic chops. It’s wildly silly in parts, but its stellar take on the biopic genre is nothing less than we’d expect from a comic genius like Yankovic, who co-wrote the screenplay. Very weird, but very watchable.

FRIDAY, August 4

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

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

7.30 First Weapons: Long Spear. (PG) Hosted by Phil Breslin.

8.00 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) A young woman is murdered.

9.00 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R)

New detective Charlie Nelson arrives in Midsomer and is thrown straight into a murder investigation.

10.30 Gold Diggers. (Mdls, R)

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.15 Miniseries: Roadkill. (Mdlv, R)

12.15 Harrow. (Mav, R)

1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Comedian Andy Lee manages to make statistics the stuff of entertainment in this lively comedy panel show. Back for its fifth season, tune in to witness the spectacle of The Hundred’s giant screen, which broadcasts the faces of the diverse crowd of participants as they field the panel’s curious questions via Zoom. Featuring the laugh-out-loud observations and quips of stand-up star Mike Goldstein, everything from toilet habits, to pet names and comfort foods is fertile fodder. Behind the statistics lies a bounty of interesting and off-the-wall stories. Lee, who helped come up with the show’s unique concept, is the epitome of the playful host.

THURSDAY GREAT AUSTRALIAN WALKS WITH JULIA ZEMIRO

SBS, 7.30pm

After strolling into the hearts and homes of notable Australians in the long-running Home Delivery, which finished last year, Julia Zemiro makes her highly anticipated return to presenting in this soothing 10-part series. The Fisk star brings her trademark sincerity and wit as she explores 10 of Australia’s most beautiful and significant bush walks. Featuring guests including Mental as Anything’s Pete O’Doherty, Blue Heelers’ Tasma Walton and world champion surfer Pauline Menczer, as well as surprising and enlightening archival footage, this trek through nature and history is a breath of fresh air.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGav, R)

8.30 Legends Of The Pharaohs. (M)

9.30 Iceland (PGl, R)

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Vise Le Coeur. (Premiere, MA15+a)

11.50 Stella Blomkvist. (MA15+s, R)

1.40 Beforeigners. (MA15+alv, R)

3.30 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

Johanna Griggs and Adam Dovile make the long trek to Ireland. Ed Halmagyi makes an apple, chocolate and hazelnut pie.

8.30 MOVIE: The Greatest Showman. (2017, PGa, R) After meeting a wealthy playwright, entrepreneur PT Barnum sets out to create a wax museum and circus.

Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams.

10.50 The Rookie. (Mv, R) A dangerous prisoner needs surgery.

11.50 Autopsy USA: Florence Ballard. (Mav, R) A look at the death of Florence Ballard.

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 23. Penrith Panthers v Melbourne Storm.

9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Penrith Panthers versus Melbourne Storm match, with news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: Criminal. (2016, MA15+lv, R)

A CIA operative’s consciousness is transferred. Kevin Costner, Ryan Reynolds.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Postcards. (PG, R)

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

7.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. Property experts search for homes.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists include Marty Sheargold, Hayley Sproull, Ray O’Leary, Alex Ward and Ed Kavalee.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ms, R) Graham Norton chats with George Takai, Jamie Oliver and Claudia Winkleman.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY, August 5

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 3.00 Landline. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Garma Festival 2023 Day 1. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Trampoline World Cup Series.

3.00 Gymnastics. FIG Trampoline World Cup Series. 4.00 Trail Towns. (R) 4.30 Going Places. (R) 5.30 Unsinkable: Japan’s Lost Battleship. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

6.30 New Leash On Life. (R) Hosted by Joel Creasey.

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

7.30 Grantchester. (Return, PG)

After a fun-filled charity motorcycle race, a young biker is found dead.

8.20 Vera. (Mv, R) After a surgeon is shot dead and his daughters abducted, DCI Stanhope and her team pursue the killer.

9.45 Bay Of Fires. (Malv, R) A public servant is sent to investigate suspicious government payouts to people in town.

10.45 Last Tango In Halifax. (Ml, R) Alan and Celia have been married for seven years.

11.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)

8.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGa)

9.25 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R)

10.15 Tony Robinson’s History Of Britain. (PGan, R)

11.05 Rex In Rome. (Mv, R)

12.00 The Family Law. (Mls, R)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Missile Stakes Day, VRC Season Premiere Race Day and Saturday Raceday.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

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

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A shocking X-ray of a package at the mail centre has the wildlife team desperate to get it open before it is too late. Two woman coming from China refuse to unlock their bags. Narrated by Grant Bowler.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 21. GWS Giants v Sydney. From GIANTS Stadium, Sydney.

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 23. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Cronulla Sharks.

9.30 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

9.50 MOVIE: Sicario. (2015, MA15+alv, R) Emily Blunt.

12.05 Western Stars. (PGl)

1.30 It’s All Greek To Me. (PG, R)

6.00 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Property experts search for homes.

7.00 To Be Advised.

8.00 MOVIE: Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. (2022, Madv) The story of Weird Al Yankovic’s life. Daniel Radcliffe, Rainn Wilson.

3.00 UFOs. (PGa, R)

4.20 Mastermind Aust. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

10.30 MOVIE: Cold Pursuit. (2019, MA15+av, R) An unassuming snowplough driver seeks revenge on a criminal kingpin for his son’s murder. Liam Neeson, Laura Dern, Micheál Richardson.

1.00 Home Shopping.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

10.00 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

11.00 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Authentic. (PG)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

6am Morning Programs. 9.30 Asterix: The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014, PG, French) 11.05 Mad Max Fans: Beyond The Wasteland. 12.55pm Three Summers. (2017,

2.50 My Best Friend’s Wedding. (2016, PG, Mandarin) 4.30 Stolen Kisses. (1968, PG, French)

Philadelphia. (1993, PG) 8.30 American Pastoral. (2016, M) 10.30 All Eyes Off Me. (2021, Hebrew)

Late Programs.

SUNDAY, August 6

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Garma Festival 2023 Day 2. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00

Speedweek. 3.00 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 7. H’lights.

4.00 Cycling. National Road Series. Tour of the Tropics. H’lights. 4.30 Going Places. (R)

5.30 First To Fight: Pacific War Marines.

6.30 SBS World News.

6.30 Compass. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Restoration Australia: Miner’s Cottage. (PG) Hosted by Anthony Burke.

8.30 Bay Of Fires. (Madl) Jeremiah helps Stella dispose of a body.

9.25 Miniseries: The Beast Must Die. (Mal) Part 4 of 5. As Frances becomes more embedded in the home, she makes progress with her plan.

10.10 The Newsreader. (Mal, R) Helen and Dale report on a comet.

11.10 Talking Heads. (Ml, R)

11.45 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.05 Escape From The City. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

7.30 Colosseum: The Gladiators. (Premiere)

9.15 Amazon: The Lost World: Lost Jungle Civilisation. (PG) Part 1 of 3.

10.10 Hemingway. (Ma, R)

12.15 Dan Snow: The Tutankhamun Mystery. (PGa, R)

1.55 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R)

3.45 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.45 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

6am

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Soccer. FIFA Women’s World Cup. Round of 16. Replay. 3.00 FIFA Women’s World Cup Highlights. 3.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes. (R)

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (Return, PGl) A group of contestants sets out to prove they have what it takes to be a singing sensation.

8.55 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.55 The Latest: Seven News.

10.25 Born To Kill? David Carpenter. (MA15+av) Takes a look at rapist and serial killer David Carpenter who preyed on victims in California’s state parks.

11.25 Autopsy USA: Jeffrey Epstein. (Mad) A look at the death of Jeffrey Epstein.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Premiership.

10.20 Australian Crime Stories: Justice For Lucille. (Ma, R)

11.15 The First 48. (MA15+alv)

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

1.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

Take Two. (R)

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

7.30 Hunted. (PGal) In a real-life game of cat and mouse, ordinary Aussies go on the run from a team of experts.

9.00 FBI. (Mv) When a deadly truck heist arms the killers with enough ammonium nitrate to construct a massive bomb, the team discovers a link to a terrorist group Maggie is working to infiltrate.

10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) A US Navy seaman is involved in a murder.

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

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MONDAY, August 7

News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Landline. (R)

Fake Or Fortune? (R) 12.00 News.

Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Outback Ringer.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.20 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (PG) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Great Asian Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 3.10 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGal, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

TUESDAY, August 8

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Garma Festival 2023 Wrap. (R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PG) As the blind auditions continue, contestants set out to prove they have what it takes to be a singing sensation.

8.45 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) Owen is conflicted when his brother Robert asks him for help. Judd and Grace face a family crisis.

10.45 The Latest: Seven News.

11.15 The Blacklist. (MA15+av) Cooper is caught on the defensive when summoned by the attorney general. Red visits dear friends.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Hunted. In a real-life game of cat and mouse, ordinary Aussies go on the run from a team of experts.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.40 Tom Gleeson: Lighten Up. (Mls, R) Stand-up comedy by Tom Gleeson.

10.50 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+v, R)

11.40 The Project. (R)

12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PGa) As the blind auditions continue, contestants set out to prove they have what it takes to be a singing sensation.

9.15 The Rookie. (Mdv) In the midst of a heatwave and blackout, Nolan and Aaron discover criminals hiding at the station.

10.15 The Rookie: Feds. (Mv) Brendon and Antoinette go undercover.

4.00

5.00

5.30

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

7.30 Hunted. (Final, PGal) Australians go on the run.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) NCIS investigates a ring of teenage partygoers.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R)

11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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WEDNESDAY, August 9

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 A Trans Illustrator’s Life In Indonesia.

3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

Dark Woods. (MA15+av)

11.55 Manayek. (MA15+dv, R)

4.15 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.45 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

THURSDAY, August

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. 12.00 WorldWatch.

2.00 Great Asian Railway Journeys. (PGaw, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.30 Life As A Marriage Migrant. 3.45 The Cook Up. (PG, R)

4.15 Tony Robinson’s Forgotten War Stories. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (Premiere, PGa)

8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy.

9.20 Kin. (MA15+)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Max Anger: With One Eye Open.

11.45 Outlander. (MA15+v, R)

4.05 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) A French party-goer is lying to officers.

8.30 Granny Killer: The Unsolved Murders. (Mav, R) Takes a look at John Wayne Glover.

10.10 The Latest: Seven News.

10.40 Death Row: Countdown To Execution. (MA15+av, R)

11.40 Autopsy USA: Aaron Hernandez. (MA15+adv, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

8.30

9.00 Five Bedrooms. (Mal) Liz returns from her UK studies.

10.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGv)

11.00 FBI. (Mv, R)

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

8.30 What The Killer Did Next: Debbie Starbuck. (Mav) Examines the

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGal) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+av, R) A boy disappears after meeting up with an online gamer, and Benson suspects her son is being bullied.

9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Unbeaten Gropers

on track for Hunter Suburban rugby title

By Chris KARAS

RUNAWAY leaders Nelson Bay Gropers have continued their irrepressible charge towards the Hunter Suburban Mens rugby premiership.

The undefeated Gropers flexed their muscles during last weekend’s rousing 59-7 victory over third-placed Newcastle Griffins at Bill Strong Oval to underline their credentials.

It was another stellar performance by the well-

q Nelson Bay Gropers flexed their premiership muscle with nine tries against Newcastle Griffins at Bill Strong Oval.

drilled Nelson Bay XV which chalked up its thirteenth win from as many games to lead the competition on 63 points.

Club stalwart Gavin Rocher told News Of The Area that “the Gropers are right on track to claim the title.

“They are playing superb rugby with strong contributions from all team members,” said Rocher.

“Despite their dominance, the boys are fully aware that

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