Port Stephens News Of The Area 4 May 2023

Port Stephens Homelessness Stakeholders Advisory Group meets to discuss the growing concern of homelessness in region

seeks to “to provide Council with strategic advice on homelessness and related issues that can be dealt with at a local government level”.

It was formed in response to a motion put forward to Port Stephens Council by Cr Anderson in August 2022 that sought more Council involvement in addressing the issue of homelessness in Port Stephens.

It is estimated that there are well over 120,000 people

experiencing homelessness in Australia, an increase of more than five percent since 2016.

In Port Stephens current data indicates that there are 421 people without secure housing, though Cr Anderson believes that number is likely higher.

While homelessness includes those members of the community with no accommodation, forced to ‘sleep rough’ and completely reliant on public facilities, the term also encompasses

individuals or families who experience long term dislocation from a permanent residence.

FROM Page 1 stop this rapidly increasing number of homeless people,” Cr Anderson said. The Advisory Group will meet twice annually to provide input and guidance so that the Council can best determine where to direct services as a matter of priority.

In such cases people are constantly moving from one temporary accommodation to another, or ‘couch surfing’ with friends and family while they continue to apply for homes.

At present the expected waiting period for social housing in the area is two to three years.

“We need to work together as a community, to

The first meeting was attended by representatives of several Port Stephens community service groups including Hume Community Housing, the Wahroonga Aboriginal Corporation,

Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Services, the Hunter Tenants Advice and Advocacy Service, the Yacaaba Centre and Hope Cottage Nelson Bay.

Also in attendance were Port Stephens MP Kate Washington, Minister for Families and Communities and Minister for Disability Inclusion, and Meryl Swanson, Member for Patterson.

The meeting was chaired by Cr Anderson.

This first meeting established some key local priorities and areas for action including safe public

places for people sleeping rough, better utilisation of existing housing/facilities, raising awareness, exploring opportunities to work with real estate agents and providing better access to allied health services –acknowledging complex mental and physical health issues that exist alongside homelessness.

“At the end of the day, this issue needs to be highlighted, our community needs to be aware, and we need to all work together to bring solutions to the table,” Cr Anderson said.

Draft Development Servicing Plans on public exhibition

THE Lower Hunter community is invited to have its say on proposed Development Servicing Plans (DSPs) for water and wastewater, ahead of plans for the phased reintroduction of developer charges.

Developer charges are location-specific, upfront charges paid by developers that help recover the costs of providing and upgrading infrastructure required for

new development in Hunter Water’s area of operations.

The reintroduction of developer charges follows a recommendation set out by the NSW Productivity Commission in 2020.

A phased reintroduction of developer charges will commence from 1 July 2024 and gradually increase to full charges from 1 July 2026.

The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) sets

the methodology used to calculate the value of developer charges.

The proposed developer charge boundaries, known as DSPs, are now on public exhibition for feedback.

Hunter Water Managing Director Darren Cleary said reintroducing developer charges would help reduce pressure on customers’ water bills.

“Currently, the costs of servicing new development are funded by Hunter Water’s existing customers.

“As our population grows

and development continues to increase across the region, connections to our water, wastewater and stormwater networks will increase.

“Developer charges help to recover the costs of delivering this key infrastructure from new development, which will in turn relieve the cost burden placed on our wider customer base through higher bills.

“Under this proposal, we expect that the combined water and wastewater developer charges for

the vast majority of new development in the Greater Newcastle region will be between $1,000 and $10,000 per new dwelling, depending on location,” Mr Cleary said.

Independent economic analysis has confirmed the charges will not impact the viability of new development.

In recommending the reintroduction, the NSW Productivity Commission found that developer charges were unlikely to put upward pressure on property prices, rather it would encourage

more efficient development decision making, and provide certainty to the development community about Hunter Water’s servicing plans.

Hunter Water will exhibit draft charges and associated DSPs until Thursday 8 June 2023.

Hunter Water will host a series of online community information sessions during the public exhibition period.

To register for a session or for more information on the proposed DSPs, visit www.hunterwater.com.au/ developercharges

ROAD NAMING NOTICE

UNDER SECTION 162 OF THE ROADS

ACT 1993 COUNCIL PROPOSES THE FOLLOWING ROAD NAMES:

Proposed Names: Autumn Avenue, Bloom Street, Heirloom Drive, Jubilee Street, Lakeview Drive, Melody Street and Paradise Avenue

Locality: BOBS FARM

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Description: The new roads “Autumn Avenue”, “Bloom Street”, “Heirloom Drive”, “Jubilee Street”, “Lakeview Drive”, “Melody Street” and “Paradise Avenue” are private roads within the Ingenia Lifestyle Communities and will be constructed within 16 Trotter Road.

Proposed Names: Kierman Circuit

Locality: HEATHERBRAE

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Description: The new road “Kierman Circuit” will be accessed off Masonite Road generally south west, for stage 2 of the Kinross Estate.

Send submissions to Council within 28 days of the date of this notice by post or email property.services@portstephens.nsw.gov.au.

For more information please contact Michelle McNeil on 02 4988 0283.

COASTAL MANAGEMENT

PROGRAM

COMMUNITY DROP-INS THIS WEEK

Learn more about the coastal hazards impacting our coastline and estuary areas. For details about the drop-in sessions on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 May 2023 go to pscouncil.info/cmp

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Community invited to provide feedback on Coastal Management Program

the Coastal Management Act 2016, setting the long-term strategy for managing our coastline.

This week, and again in June, Council is hosting sessions for the community to attend and be involved in the planning process.

Councillor Giacomo Arnott said the coast is one of our region’s greatest assets and it’s constantly changing.

“Port Stephens is known for its unique coastal zones and we’re blessed with some of the world’s most beautiful sandy beaches, rocky headlands, mangrove areas, saltmarshes and seagrass beds,” Cr Arnott said.

“We know the community has concerns about the changing coastal environment and we’re already seeing and experiencing some of these changes.

“The Coastal Management Program will identify risks to our coast and how we can prepare our communities

from the impact of climate change now and into the future.

“We need to work on reducing the impacts of a changing coastal environment so that we can all continue to enjoy the benefits of the coast for years to come,” he added.

The Coastal Management Plan is a five stage process and Council has already completed stages 1 and 2.

Stage 1 identified a range of priority threats affecting the Port Stephens coastal zone.

These include coastal hazards such as erosion and inundation, stormwater management, biosecurity threats, land clearing and runoff.

In Stage 2, the priority coastal hazards; coastal erosion, tidal inundation, coastal inundation (caused by storm events) and windblown sand were mapped for 2020, 2040, 2070 and 2120.

Strategy and Environment Section Manager Brock Lamont said Council is now moving into Stage 3 of the

program, working with the community to consider options to manage the identified hazards and threats to our coastal zone.

“We’ll be holding four drop-in sessions in May where the community can meet with Council staff and coastal specialists to learn more about the coastal hazards and look over the key management areas to see what’s involved,” Mr Lamont said.

“We want to understand what’s important to the community and integrate this into Council’s priorities and response to the increasing coastal hazards.

“Residents can drop in anytime between the allocated hours at each location,” he added.

Additional drop-in sessions will be held in June to discuss and identify potential strategies to manage the risks to the coast.

These workshops will be available both online and faceto-face.

Community Input

Depending on which community group we asked, the issues with management of the region’s coastal areas are wide ranging.

Kathy Brown of the Mambo Wanda Wetlands Conservation Group told News Of The Area, “The issues that are of concern to the Mambo Wanda Wetlands Conservation Group include the preservation of 109 Foreshore Drive with no development on the site; Foreshore Drive Bridge; compliance and Council’s ability to address issues such as illegal tree felling, sea walls, dumping of garden waste and being able to enforce fines for noncompliance; and the protection of wetlands which provide a filter for entering sea water and create a breeding ground for marine animals and shelter for land based species.

“Port Stephens Council

through this Coastal Management Program has an opportunity to educate the public about protecting our mangroves and wetlands and to develop an appreciation for the role that wetlands play in coastal protection,” she said.

FROM Page 1 manage tide surges but end up blocking access to the beach by members of the public; provide clear protocols for prosecution for the removal of seaweed and sand from the beaches, poisoning of trees and removing of vegetation; allow for the peaceful worry free access to all beaches by the public and clarify the erection of illegal structures to facilitate boat mooring."

Roz Armstrong of the Soldiers Point Community Group said, “I believe there is a need to address the confusing situations in respect of waterfront property titles for property owners and the community.

“Doing this will provide amongst other things: clarity of title for property owners and therefore gardening and watering boundary; clarify beach ownership vis a vis Crown Land; local reserve and private property providing a starting point to managing the situation of unauthorised beach structures like the ageing private boat ramps and the beach retaining walls built by property owners to

DROP-IN

MAY 2023 | DROP IN SESSIONS

Wednesday 3 May 2023 12pm to 2pm

Wednesday 3 May 2023 4pm to 6pm

Community members can have their say on future management options by completing a survey from 7 June to 28 June 2023.

Feedback from the workshops and survey will inform the draft Coastal Management Program, which will be available for further comment during a formal public exhibition period next year.

To read more or to register your interest to get involved and have your say visit pscouncil.info/cmp

AND ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Tanilba Foreshore Hall Tanilba Bay

Bruce Scott Pavilion

Tomaree Sports Complex, Nelson Bay

Thursday 4 May 2023 11am to 1pm Murrook Cultural Centre Williamtown

Thursday 4 May 2023 4pm to 6pm

JUNE 2023 | ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Wednesday 7 June 2023 5pm to 7pm

Thursday 8 June 2023 10am to 12pm

Thursday 8 June 2023 3pm to 5pm

Birubi Surf Life Saving Club Anna Bay

Is a volunteer group providing the following

to our local community Volunteer drivers who transport patients to the Newcastle Metropolitan area for cancer treatment and related Doctors’ appointments. It is an ancillary service for when cancer patients cannot access any other reliable form of personal transport for treatments and appointments.

Our services are subject to available resources.

This service is provided free of charge to patients and continues due to the generosity of our volunteer drivers, financial grants and donations received from the local community.

Phone: 0407 252 566

Email:secretary@nbcptg.com.au www.nbcptg.com.au

Foreshore Hall

q Structures like boat ramps on the foreshore are up for discussion in the Coastal Management Program community consultation. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Black Swans eat vegetation in areas like Bagnalls Beach. Photo: Marian Sampson.

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q The larger-than-expected gathering at Karuah Memorial was reverent in the morning.

q The large crowd gathered to march into the mist pre-dawn.

ANZAC exhibition to become annual event

By Marian SAMPSON

NELSON Bay has a new ANZAC Day tradition, one which will tell the stories of the people from our region who have served.

Following a successful first exhibition on our ANZACs at the Visitors Information Centre in Nelson Bay, the organisers have committed to make the exhibition an annual event.

Tomaree Museum Association (TMA) Chairman Doug Cross told News Of The Area, “It has been a huge success, with an estimated 160 visitors over the four hours the Centre was open on ANZAC Day, all showing keen interest in the displays.

“As a result, we have decided to hold the

exhibition each year around Anzac Day, honouring different local heroes each time.”

The team from the Tomaree Museum Association are calling for anyone that has information to share on people from the region who have served or items

which they feel would be of interest to the community to contact them to discuss the opportunity of participating in future exhibitions.

Renew Hunter promotes electric vehicles

By Lindsay HALL

TILLIGERRY Habitat will host an ecologically friendly event for the Hunter region branch of Renew, showcasing the potential benefits of

owning and operating electric vehicles (EV).

The event will commence at 2pm on May 7 at Tilligerry Habitat, Tanilba Bay.

"At our Travelling Electric event on 7 May, there’ll be no sales pitch or glitzy gimmicks – only the perspectives and expertise of local EV owners and their personal experiences," said convenor of the Renew Hunter Region Branch, Ewa Meyer.

"While people are chatting to EV owners or having a cuppa, there will also be an opportunity to socialise and meet local group members from Tilligerry Habitat, EcoNetwork Port Stephens, Raymond Terrace Boomerang Bags, Climate Action Port Stephens and Renew Hunter Region Branch.

“Local e-bikers will also be on hand to share their experiences with those considering what it's like to cycle electric."

Those attending will hear

presentations from Renew committee members Les Pinney and Ian Porter, as well as have the opportunity to speak with industry professionals.

Les has been involved in environmental issues for over 45 years and as a former vehicle technician, is excited to be part of the move towards total electrification of vehicles, as well as of homes.

“My presentation will outline the different types of electric vehicles such as HEV, PHEV, BEV, FCEV and I will be discussing the practical considerations of owning an EV such as charging, running costs and batteries."

"I will also be taking a look at what the future of EVs might look like,” he added.

Ian Porter will host a panel discussion including a Q and A between EV owners and the audience.

After some refreshments and home-baked treats, attendees will have the opportunity to inspect vehicles

and chat to their owners.

There will be nine different models of electric cars ranging from Tesla to Volvo, Hyundai and Nissan.

Specialist EV charger installer, Ryan from Fixer Electrical, will be on hand to answer more detailed questions about charging options.

As passionate community members engaged in climate action and sustainability, Renew are encouraging people to make a day of it, suggesting they could have a picnic lunch in the beautiful nature reserve before coming to the presentations.

This is a free event but places are limited.

People can book their place by visiting http://renew.ecops. au/travelelectric

For further enquiries, contact Les Pinney at lesp46@ bigpond.com, Ewa Meyer on 0403 788705 or email hunterregionbranch@renew. org.au.

q Nelson Bay sub-Branch welfare officer Megan Ambrose, wearing a replica WWI nurses uniform, and ex-Royal Tank Regiment officer Tim Meharg (right), were among visitors to the Tomaree Museum Association (TMA) ANZAC exhibition. TMA Chairman Doug Cross (centre) was on hand to answer visitor questions about memorabilia on display.

ANZACs remembered in Port Stephens

By Marian SAMPSON

ANZAC Day 2023 at Raymond Terrace saw over 1000 people young and old gather to commemorate those who have served and those who paid the ultimate price of war.

At Nelson Bay a large contingent of sailors were prominent among the big crowd that turned out for the traditional ANZAC Day dawn service, where more than 500 people bowed their heads in respect for the ANZAC tradition and Australians who served and died.

Dawn services were followed by the traditional marches where in an all too common theme it is the next generation or even grandchildren that march for veterans of WWII and and other military actions including Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Malaya.

Proud veterans wore their medals on the left over their heart, while widows, family members and other loved ones march in honour of the fallen wearing their medals on the right.

2023 saw the new commemorative wall at

Raymond Terrace’s ANZAC Park improve access and allow more people to attend the service.

The march was an emotional event, with

veterans marching to the beat of the Irrawang High School Drum Corp.

Deputy Mayor Giacomo Arnott told News Of The Area, “Over 1000 people

came to the dawn service at Raymond Terrace, which was expertly run by the RSL’s Vic Jones.

“ANZAC Day is an important day to remember

those who have served our country and made the ultimate sacrifice, and those who continue to serve and protect our freedoms and our democracy.

“I was also able to attend the Seaham Knitting Circle and Raymond Terrace main services, which were well attended by our local community,” he said.

q The main ANZAC Day service at Raymond Terrace.

Council engages through Mayoral BBQs

By Marian SAMPSON

MAYORAL Community BBQs

were held in the final weeks of April at Raymond Terrace, Medowie and Nelson Bay.

It is believed attendance for the three events was around 110 in total, however those who did attend were quick to share their issues not only with Councillors in attendance but Council’s senior management as well.

General Manager Tim Crosdale, Facilities and Services Group Manager

Greg Kable, and Development

Services Group Manager

Steven Peart were all in attendance at the Nelson Bay Mayoral BBQ, where they could be found listening to concerns and serving up sausage sandwiches.

The community engaged with the senior management team on a variety of issues including the Corlette Point Walking Track, of which a section was washed away in March 2021.

The need to move two sculptures now hidden in bushland to a more accessible location on the Tomaree

Peninsula was discussed, alongside issues such as the new rates hardship policy not including disability pensioners.

Other topics of discussion focused around potholes, roads, council expenses and development applications.

When questioned on Lifestyle villages and if a change in state government may see improved planning laws, Steven Peart said that, “Council have done a lot of advocacy with state government around fixing the planning laws around lifestyle

villages but it is not something that we are currently working on… it might be something that we can pick back up.

“It (lifestyle villages) is not just about affordability it is also about availability.

“Affordability is important but so is availability; but I am happy to take this back up,” he said.

Deputy Mayor Giacomo Arnott told News Of The Area, “The idea of the BBQs is to have the community come

along, meet the Councillors, meet Council staff, and talk about whatever issues they may have or suggestions or thoughts they may have.

“It gives Councillors and staff an opportunity to talk back to the community about what is going on.

“It is a lot less confronting than sending an email or going into a Council meeting, it is just a really casual way for people to talk about their issues.

“For how low in cost they

(Mayoral BBQs) are, I think it is a really good outcome.

“It is a more positive way to engage with people who are coming and grabbing a sausage being a bit more casual and sharing a meal with us - it is a good outcome.”

Deputy Mayor Giacomo Arnott would like to see the Mayoral BBQs held on a regular basis to help the community engage better with the team at Council.

q Steven Peart, Development Services Group Manager, Port Stephens Council speaking with a local family at the Mayoral BBQ. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Casey Freeman, who won the 2023 Port Stephens Australia Day Environmental Award, with her family and Port Stephens Councillor Leah Anderson. Photo: Marian Sampson.

By Lindsay HALL

WILLIAMS Pet Produce at Medowie will be hosting an Open Day on Saturday 6 May as a fundraiser for the 2023 Variety NSW Bash.

The annual event is organised by Variety, the children’s charity, and this year will see more than 300 participants drive the back roads and dirt tracks of regional NSW to support children across the state.

Williams began supporting the event in 2022, sponsoring ‘Car 350’ on its journey.

The Commodore wagon will be present at the event to show off its new wrap, along with a collection of more than 20 vintage cars.

Families will also enjoy the company of pygmy goats, llamas and birds that will be on display.

People attending can enjoy a sausage sandwich while the children try the snow cones.

The heart of the fundraiser is the raffle, with prizes donated by

UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT

AND THE

local businesses including vouchers, hampers and pet supplies.

The drivers of Car 350, Darren Stevens and Paul Williams, will be there as well to talk about the Variety

Bash road trip.

Variety supports children who are experiencing long term illness or disability.

Their motoring events operate across the country

and annually attract large numbers of participants.

Variety Bash fundraiser at Williams Pet Produce

Darren Stevens has been driving in the Variety Bash for the past ten years.

During the week-long road trip the team will drive

to multiple small towns in regional NSW and meet many of the young children they are helping.

Tickets for the raffle are on sale at Williams Pet Produce.

q Car 350 for Variety Bash will feature at the open day

Sea Shelter share coastal management ideas

By Marian SAMPSON

WHEN it comes to managing our coastal environment and assisting injured sea life, Sea Shelter is always there.

Lia Pereira, one of the founders of Sea Shelter and Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters, believes that the consultation into our future Coastal Management Program offers the community a wonderful opportunity to get involved.

Lia and her husband Ryan, a marine biologist, are passionate conservationists who would love to see our important ocean habitat and species conserved for generations to come.

They are looking forward to sharing some key considerations for the plans with Council.

“We have so many ideas,” Lia said.

“Of great importance is the water quality in the catchment.

“This was a huge issue last year and the year before in the floods.

“We believe testing the health of the runoff water and source toxin controls is incredibly important going forward.”

Sea Shelter has been involved in removing rubbish from the marine environment for many years.

“Roadside debris is something that many people don't realise rubbish tossed on the ground far from the ocean still goes into the waterways and can end up in the ocean.

“The cost to conduct road cleanups is very hard to manage because Sea Shelter is not permitted to conduct a clean up without closing down half or all of

the road which is extremely expensive for a not-for-profit organisation.

“We would love to see a collaboration between road closures for upgrades and local citizens who can come in and help clean up the roads that are shut down once the road workers have clocked off for the day.”

Also a major issue underwater and around the coastline is discarded fishing equipment.

“One of the gigantic problems for the local

endangered sea turtles is the masses of fishing lines and hooks in a huge web across all the fishing break walls and favourite fishing spots.

“When we do a dive clean up it takes many hours and we barely make a dent in the underwater plastic web that slowly builds up and will still be made up of the same lines plus more in hundreds of years.”

Lia is optimistic that progress can happen in this space but it will take collaboration between all

water users to change things.

“Fishing tackle stores now have a biodegradable fishing line option which may be a good alternative for our marine animals and especially the use of the hooks that dissolve rather than stainless steel hooks which have been causing havoc in the stomachs of accidentally fished sea turtles.”

Sea Shelter has been involved in the rescue of three turtles suffering from ingested fishing hooks in recent months.

Lia and the team at Sea Shelter believe more public education and initiatives are needed to help fishermen and fishing companies be more responsible in the disposal of their fishing gear, alongside further education on protection of wildlife and non-target species.

Sea turtle and sea bird entanglements and drownings can be avoided by simply making crab hoop traps safe and checking them regularly.

“It would be great to see workshops given to recreational fishermen who should be aware of safe procedures for dehooking and disentangling entrapped

seabirds and marine animals.”

The group is also advocating for the removal of illegal traps which do not show the required information by fishing inspectors or partner organisations.

“Abandoned traps are more dangerous as they are not checked and other marine animals can become entangled in the ropes or non-targeted species could be caught and starve or drown,” Lia said.

The team are also passionate about protecting sanctuary zoning areas and believe that this is of the utmost importance.

The Port Stephens environment is hit hard during peak holiday periods and the Sea Shelter team are advocating for the protection of the sanctuary areas to allow breeding stocks to survive and continue to repopulate for fishermen in years to come without becoming extinct.

Sea Shelter is also interested in mapping the sea turtles' food gardens and adjusting boat speeds in these areas.

“Boat strikes are a major killer of healthy adult breeding turtles,” Lia said.

Record number of rescues over NSW boating season

MARINE Rescue NSW has recorded a record number of rescues over the 2022/23 boating season.

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers across the state were involved in a record

3,263 rescue missions from October 1, 2022 to ANZAC Day this year, with the Port Stephens unit recording 206 rescues

This season’s figure was an increase of 1.3 percent on the previous record set during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020/21 while emergency missions increased by seven percent to 897.

Marine Rescue NSW

Commissioner Alex Barrell said volunteer crews returned 7,472 boaters to shore during the season.

“It’s been a really busy summer for our members

and we have seen a consistent theme across a lot of our rescues.

“We continue to see a lot of boaters running out of petrol, experiencing mechanical and engine failure and our message to boaters is to continue to check your equipment, make sure your boat is in good working order before you head out and importantly always check the weather conditions,” Commissioner Barrell said.

57 percent of rescue missions were for engine problems, flat batteries or fuel issues.

Marine Rescue NSW also saw a large increase in the number of boaters Logging On with the service.

Commissioner Barrell said 48,379 Log Ons were recorded over the boating season.

“On the back of our Marine Rescue crews being really busy this summer

it’s been great to see more boaters Log On with Marine Rescue.

“We’ve seen an increase of around 20 percent of boaters Logging On over VHF marine radio or through the Marine Rescue app.

“It’s really important that any boater that goes out and about particularly in the offshore environment takes the opportunity to Log On with Marine Rescue and that’s whether it’s over the VHF marine radio or through our free Marine Rescue app.

“The fact that you Log On and that Marine Rescue is tracking your voyage means that if you don’t return as planned rescue services will start looking for you,” he said.

Marine Rescue NSW radio

operators managed 156,244 radio calls over the season with a large portion answered by the Marine Rescue Sydney State Communications Centre.

53 of those calls were Maydays where lives were in imminent danger while 44 Pan Pans were received from boaters in an urgent but nonlife threatening situation.

Commissioner Barrell praised the work of volunteers across Marine Rescue’s 46 units who played an important role in keeping boaters in NSW safe.

“I want to commend all Marine Rescue NSW volunteers for their thousands of hours of dedicated service to keeping our coastline and waterways as safe as possible

this summer,” he said.

Of all activities being undertaken during the season’s 3,263 rescue missions, 46 percent involved boaters either fishing or cruising.

“We’re so lucky to have great waterways in NSW, we love seeing boaters out there and enjoying them,”

Commissioner Barrell said.

“We just ask that they continue to do it safely, focus on safety, focus on the weather conditions and enjoy our great waterways,” he said.

Marine Rescue NSW is a volunteer based notfor-profit professional organisation dedicated to keeping boaters safe on the water and supporting local communities.

q A rescued and rehabilitated turtle being released at Nelson Bay Beach. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Volunteers across the state were involved in a record 3,263 rescue missions over the 2022/23 season.

q Port Stephens Marine Rescue volunteers recorded 206 rescues from October 1 to ANZAC Day.

Consultation on coastal issues welcomed

By Marian SAMPSON

MANAGING our coastal environment is a huge challenge.

For Port Stephens residents the long delayed third stage of Council’s Coastal Management Program, which was recently announced, is proving to be very welcome.

The consultation program should afford multiple opportunities for input.

However Port Stephens community advocate Nigel Waters told News Of The

Area, “Some members of the community have serious reservations about the preference of Council for ‘drop-in sessions’ which allow only for one-to-one interactions.

“Many people interested in issues benefit from hearing other people’s concerns.”

He and others are advocating that group presentations and Q and A sessions are a much more efficient way of conducting consultations, with an option for people to engage

privately in conversation with Council staff as an extra, not a substitute.

“Agency and Council staff are understandably concerned that ‘town hall’ style meetings can favour noisy minorities, ‘exclude’ or intimidate less active people and can be difficult to manage, but that is a challenge that should be accepted as part of the job - most such meetings are well-behaved!” Mr Waters said.

The Stage 3 consultation on the Coastal Management Program builds on work done in 2019 through a series of presentations and

productive workshops.

“At the last series of consultation most of the community agreed with the identification of the three major risk areas – coastal erosion, inundation and wind-blown sand - and we look forward to hearing what expert input Council has received in the more than two years that have elapsed since the last public statements,” Mr Waters said.

“The need to address some of these coastal zone problems is becoming increasingly urgent, and is being compounded by the impacts of human-induced climate change, including more frequent and intense storms and sea-level rise.

“Council’s response to climate change, progress on sustainability and emissions reduction, and on the Coastal Management Program, have all been much slower than is desirable, at least partly due to staff shortages, but also, we suspect, due to a lack of priority given to environmental matters relative to other areas of Council’s work.

“Council has also appeared to be risk averse when it comes to compliance monitoring and enforcement action, particularly in relation to tree removal, land clearing, unauthorised foreshore works and use of public land, and outside

advertising.”

Far from being negative, community groups are being encouraged by recent signs of changing priorities, and renewed commitment to action on environmental matters, at least at the strategic and policy level.

“We have welcomed the new Environment and Climate Change policies, Communications and Engagement Strategy, and some improvements in the Tree Management policies,” Mr Waters said.

“The establishment of new Communications and Engagement, Environmental and Heritage Advisory Groups are also a major step forward.”

Local pet businesses partner for animal first aid education

By Lindsay HALL

NELSON Bay Veterinary Clinic and Barkers in Balance are partnering for a special information evening where they hope to instill pet owners with the essential principles of animal first aid.

The event, to be held on the evening of Monday

8 May, will be a chance for pet owners to gain valuable knowledge that may make all the difference in responding to an emergency situation with their own animal companions.

Presenting at the event will be Julie Tolliday of Barkers in Balance and Veterinarian Dr Kathryn

Stalder.

“I think it’s important that pet owners be empowered and equipped to deal with sudden and unexpected issues potentially faced by their pets,” said Dr Stalder.

“I want people to know who to contact and how to respond so that they can give their animal the best chance for a full recovery.”

Julie from Barkers in Balance said, “New puppy

owners will present us with questions such as ‘How do I stop my puppy eating stones?’ or ‘Why does my puppy eat poo?’

“The combination of medical and behavioural knowledge on the night from Dr Kathryn and myself will help put many puppy and dog owners’ minds at rest about these and other curious matters.”

The evening will also serve to raise funding for

the Hunter Valley Animal Facility and Rehoming Centre.

The money raised from the evening’s entry fee and donations will help to provide puppy formula, puppy pads, and good quality puppy wet food to support orphaned animals from across the region.

Dr Stalder will present on some basic principles of first aid, particularly focusing on how pet owners

can recognise symptoms that indicate their animal may be in need of medical attention.

Julie will present on strategies for managing animal behaviour to prevent many of the common causes of emergencies.

Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting Nelson Bay Veterinary Clinic on 4981 1033 or welcome@ nelsonbayvet.com.au.

q Coastal erosion will be addressed by the Coastal Management Program. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Washed out community assets around the coastal fringe will be discussed during community consultation for the Coastal Management Program.

Photo: Marian Sampson.

Australian Bass and Estuary Perch closure commences 1 May

RECREATIONAL fishers are reminded that the annual fishing closure for Australian Bass and Estuary Perch in all coastal rivers and estuaries in NSW commenced on Monday 1 May 2023.

NSW Department Primary Industries (DPI) Fisheries Deputy Director General, Sean Sloan said the zero-bag limit over this fourmonth period helps protect the native fish species while they spawn over the winter

period.

“During winter, these popular native sportfish species form large groups and migrate to parts of estuaries with the right salinity to trigger spawning,” Mr Sloan said.

“It is important that fishers respect this closure from 1 May through to 31 August, as the spawning period is key for the survival of these iconic species.

“This closure protects

the fish during this spawning period to ensure they can remain a popular catch with recreational fishers for many generations to come.

“Australian Bass and Estuary Perch are a commercially protected species and as such commercial fishers are prohibited from retaining or selling Australian Bass and Estuary Perch.”

Mr Sloan said that the zero-bag limit does not

apply to Australian Bass and Estuary Perch caught in freshwater dams or in rivers above impoundments, as the fish do not breed in these areas.

“All fish in freshwater impoundments, like Glenbawn Dam and Glennies Creek Dam in the Hunter Valley, Brogo Dam near Bega and Clarrie Hall and Toonumbar Dams in the northeast, are stocked fisheries, meaning we

physically replace fish stocks annually, with fingerlings bred in our hatcheries, therefore anglers may continue to fish for these species in these waters all year round,” Mr Sloan said.

“However, any Australian Bass or Estuary Perch caught in estuaries and in rivers below dams during the closure must be returned to the water immediately with the least possible harm to the fish.

“The zero-bag limit for these species does not close any waters to fishing and does not affect anglers fishing for other estuarine species, such as bream or flathead during the colder months.

“Our DPI Fisheries Officers will be out in full force during this time to ensure that these rules are being followed."

If any suspected illegal activity is witnessed, the public are urged to contact the Fishers Watch Phoneline on 1800 043 536.

For more information regarding the annual closure, visit the DPI website.

Young rower heading for tall ship adventure

By Thomas O’KEEFE

ADVENTURE on the high seas awaits one young man from Tea Gardens, soon to set to sail on a tall ship from Sydney to Brisbane on 7 May.

Fourteen-year-old Kassian Sikora, a member of the Karuah Rowing & Aquatic Club, which operates around North Arm Cove, was nominated by his rowing coach, John Baskett, for the opportunity of a lifetime.

Accepted as a mentor participant in the 2023

Youth Leadership Challenge, Kassian will sail aboard the STV Windeward Bound, a Tasmanian tall ship, from 7-15 May.

The program’s admirable goals, stated by Windeward Bound’s Captain Sarah Parry, are “to expose young Australians to issues of the broader world, a self-learning leadership experience”.

“It is a life-altering experience for everyone onboard, and Kassian will certainly return more mature,” Ms Parry told NOTA.

Kassian started rowing thanks to his mother, Renae, looking for a way to keep her son fit, but moving away from usual team sports.

Word-of-mouth told her of the Rowing Club, and finally they met Mr Baskett and asked him to give Kassian a go.

“Straight away, he took to rowing, because he listens and asks questions, which I encourage,” Mr Baskett told NOTA.

“After coaching him for just over six months, I believe

Kassian can be excellent at rowing, and I wanted to give him every chance in life to succeed in all his goals,” Mr Baskett said.

Kassian’s parents have strong praise for the work done by Mr Baskett, saying, “He always goes out of his

way to find opportunities for the youth he coaches.”

Kassian told News Of The Area his fitness has improved and he feels more flexible since starting rowing.

“John is a good coach, he is committed to helping me improve,” Kassian stated.

Kassian is busy for a teenager, with a full week including rowing practice three days, a three-bus expedition to school in east Maitland every weekday, and 4am wake-ups on Saturdays to work at the Hunter Valley Providores in Tea Gardens.

q Kassian is happy to be on the water. Pictured with mum Renae and dad David.

q The STV Windeward Bound in action, the tall ship Kassian will be sailing.

Mayoral Scholarship Recipient - Alannah Horne

By Marian SAMPSON

THIS week News Of The Area continues to profile some of the amazing winners of the Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarship.

Alannah Horne was Dux of St Philip’s Christian College for each of her high school years, was School Captain in 2022, and came first in Advanced English,

Biology, Chemistry, Drama, and Modern History.

Alannah is studying a Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine at the University of Newcastle.

Alannah wants to not only deliver positive medical outcomes, she wants to change how women-centred and culturally sensitive healthcare is provided.

Alannah has a vision of progressive customised medical support for all individuals and plans to

immerse herself into the local health care sphere.

Club Lemon Tree sponsored Alannah’s scholarship.

The Club is located on the Tilligerry Peninsula – it is a family focused club offering social activities, entertainment and connections for local bowlers, boaties and fishermen.

Club Lemon Tree sponsored two Mayoral Scholarships in 2023.

Mayoral Scholarship recipient - Tonaya Hyland

By Marian SAMPSON

TONAYA Hyland is also a proud recipient of a Port Stephens Mayoral Scholarship, again funded by the generosity of the team at Club Lemon Tree.

Tonaya was School Captain at Tomaree High School, where she has been recognised not only for

her leadership but also her academic prowess.

A keen sportsperson, Tonaya dances and plays soccer, enjoying the social and fitness opportunities which sport brings.

Tonaya has a dream of travelling the world somewhat in the footsteps of the great Australian Fred Hollows, and hopes her Bachelor of Science, specialising in vision science and mathematics, will help some of the world's 2.2 billion

people who are struggling with eye related issues.

Since receiving her scholarship, Tonaya has begun her studies at the University of New South Wales.

“I have been living in Sydney at one of the residential colleges,” Tonaya told News Of The Area.

Tonaya’s scholarship is one of two Mayoral Scholarships which Club Lemon Tree sponsored in 2023

supervisor Chris Awilla.

By Geoff WALKER

LEMON Tree Passage is rapidly becoming a preferred destination for people with disabilities and their carers.

There is a reason for this and it can all be put down to a key which is available from Port Stephens Council.

You see, disabled toilets and change facilities are essential for those with a disability and Henderson Park boasts one such section in the main amenities block.

It is within a short distance of a picnic shelter with a free electric BBQ, a pool and a picturesque waterfront park.

There is also disability parking.

Access to the facility is via the MLAC (Master Locksmith Access Key) and it is available from council.

There are two types.

The second version gives access to gated parks and reserves. They are also available from locksmiths and can't be copied.

What's more, they are standard for facilities nationwide.

Councillor Steve Tucker

said that the makeover of waterfront parks and reserves had attracted huge numbers of tourists and day trippers.

“The upgraded amenities and play equipment in Tanilba, Mallabula and LTP have been a great drawcard and we (the council) will be continuing to expand facilities on offer to the public,” he said.

“As funds become available we will be looking at replacing boat ramps at Tanilba, Mallabula and Beach Rd, Lemon Tree Passage. “Also, we need to get rid of the gate blocking access to the wharf at the end of Mallabula Rd.

“The gravel road needs to be sealed and more userfriendly parking installed at the bottom of the hill,” he added.

“Council is very keen to seal all of the little 'dead ends' as it costs a lot of money to transport graders and rollers for such small jobs,” he stated.

“We have already sealed the turn-arounds at Beach Rd and Caswell Crescent.

“This leaves just a few more and the job will be complete,” he said.

“When school resumes, a wide walkway will be constructed along the entire length of the Lemon Tree

waterfront from the big car park to Rudd Reserve.

Disability inclusion and accessibility in Lemon Tree Passage

“It will have shaded seats beside it and probably some static exercise equipment installed as well.

“Most of this work will

dovetail well with Council's participation in the NSW State Coastal Management Plan,” he added.

“I have just inspected the final stages of the Tanilba Road rebuild with project

“His main problem was to de-water sections for drainage as the water table was very high.

“This as well as the rotten weather were the main reasons for the delay,” he suggested.

q Mayor Ryan Palmer with Mayoral Scholarship recipient Alannah Horne and Kevin Coleman of Club Lemon Tree. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Mayor Ryan Palmer with Mayoral Scholarship recipient Tonaya Hyland and Kevin Coleman of Club Lemon Tree. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Lemon Tree Park disability amenities can be accessed via the MLAK key.

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Toilets for Tomaree Headland

By Marian SAMPSON

THE community has finally managed to effectively lobby for access to amenities at Tomaree Headland.

The State Government and Port Stephens Council have announced that Tomaree Headland will have an amenities block effective from 28 April 2023.

The Headland is the most visited attraction in Port Stephens and facilities will now be available for the 200,000 plus visitors who traverse the location every year.

This has been a community driven effort involving the Tomaree Headland Heritage Group

and the Shoal Bay Community Association.

The need became particularly apparent following feedback from on-site ‘Help Desks’ conducted by the Tomaree Headland Heritage Group during the last twelve months.

To achieve this outcome the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) agreed to upgrade the existing amenities block located at the entry point to the Tomaree Lodge site which had been dormant for many years.

Mr Peter Clough, President of the Tomaree Headland and Heritage Group told News Of The Area, “This will be an immense

‘relief’ to the enormous visitor numbers at the headland.”

With the opening of the Tomaree Coastal Walk later this year and the future repurposing of Tomaree Lodge, there will be significant increase in the appeal and patronage of the Tomaree Headland.

Mr Clough believes that whilst installation of the amenities block “is not the main game”, the opportunities are boundless for the future of the Tomaree Lodge site.

The Tomaree Headland and Heritage Group believe that this is a positive start for the future for the Tomaree Lodge site which has

Sail Port Stephens Week One

By Marian SAMPSON

SAIL Port Stephens offered up mixed conditions in its first week.

The Sail Port Stephens Passage Series came to an early conclusion on Saturday with the fleet poised to start Race 5 until racing was abandoned due to a lack of consistent breeze.

It was a stark contrast to the previous four days which featured the sort of conditions sailors long for but rarely get.

Jon Linton and his crew aboard Llama II, a Dehler 46 from the Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Sydney, started the regatta with a first and proved the boat to beat in PHS Division 1 with a fifth, sixth and a fourth on subsequent days leaving them seven points clear of their closest rivals.

“It’s always a treat to sail up here,” Linton said.

“Even though it was probably a bit lighter than we would have liked, we worked hard to take the gains where we could and sail our own race against some very good competition.”

Linton promised the Llamas will be back to defend their Commodores Cup title in 2024.

Second-placed Julian Bell’s Beneteau 50 51st Project from the Port Stephens Yacht Club were carrying local hopes and said they enjoyed the close racing in the big fleet on their home waters.

A squeeze at the pin end of the start line in Division 1 during race 4 resulted in Julian Bell’s 51st Project being recalled but slick crew work aboard the big Beneteau 50 put her back among the leaders on the first upwind leg to Cabbage Tree Island.

Indi, an immaculate Farr 40 owned by former Cruising Yacht Club of Australia Commodore Noel Cornish, was third on a countback.

Sunfish Lee Condell’s new Jeanneau Sunfast 3300 was top of the podium in Division 2 with Justin Mitchell’s Rant and Rave from the Royal Motor Yacht Club at Toronto in second and Nocleks, a Farr 30, in third.

Division 3 evolved into a contest between the Gosford Sailing Club and the locals from the Port Stephens Yacht Club with

the visitors from Gosford securing the silverware thanks to a very consistent performance by Mo Goodship and his crew on Animal Farm, a Foundation 36.

Steve Liney and his crew of enthusiastic local sailors aboard Bellamy, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 45.2, were a strong second, while fellow Port Stephens Dennis Hume’s boat Wubaray in third and hot on Wubaray’s heels was Port Stephens Yacht Club’s Una Vita.

Port Stephens Yacht CLub’s Smoke and Mirrors took out seventh place with She’s The One in ninth and Shere Khan in eleventh place.

Chris Laughlan’s Hanse 370e Trim won Division 4, the skipper quick to acknowledge his crew’s sail-handling and improvisational skills.

“We had a core crew with visitors each day and all meshed into an excellent team at short notice,” he revealed.

The Non-Spinnaker Division was keenly contested with Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club entries Transcedence Crento and Trilogy

world class potential inspired and under the stewardship of the Port Stephens community.

Chairman of the Shoal Bay Community Association, Mr Chris Bastic, said the toilets have been a long time coming but thanked Port Stephens Council and Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington for their efforts in negotiating with the DCJ to see these facilities open.

Port Stephens Council Mayor Mr Ryan Palmer said that Council has entered into an agreement with DCJ to ensure that the facilities are cleaned and maintained every day until a decision is made on the future of the site.

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filling first and second respectively, while Rod Wills’s well-campaigned X-43 Great Xpectations from the CYCA claimed third.

In the Non-Spinnaker Division, Port Stephens Yacht Club’s Elusive took out seventh place and newcomers Adios under Graeme Ellis took ninth place.

Regatta Director Paul O’Rourke said it was heartening to see the record fleet of 107 boats revelling in the mix of conditions at Sail Port Stephens.

“We’re very pleased that competitors were able to experience the best of what this stunning location offers sailors and their families,” he said.

“We hope they will be back next year for what has become a ‘must do’ event on many sailing calendars.”

Part two of the regatta, the Windward Leeward Series incorporating the NSW Yachting Championships and TP52 Gold Cup Act 3, runs alone from 5-7 May. Trailables and off-the-beach classes also get their own event on 19-21 May.

q The colours of the Bay during Sail Port Stephens.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN

Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au

DEAR Jasminda,

MY husband Roger has offered to be the model for a local life art class so he'll have to strip off and have his dad bod on display for members of the local community.

What if someone we know is in the class?

Why would he do this?

Dear

Genevieve,

Genevieve F.

READING by Lynne Miles: John 14: 1-3 Jesus speaking. "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, trust also in Me. In My Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. I will come back and take you to be with Me, that where I am you may be also."

BEING a life model is an important role where artists create representations of the human form in all its glory - in this case the glory of Roger, his belly as ripe and malleable as a persimmon.

Nelson Bay Golf Club Results

SUNDAY 23 APRIL 2023

Mens Stableford:

Gymea Lily Course

A1 Peter Fulton (10) 34 c/b

B1 Ari Grace (17) 39

C1 Zbigniew Wasilewicz (30) 35

Women’s Stableford:

1 Tina Wasilewicz (21) 35 c/b

2 Sue West (27) 35 c/b

3 Peri Kennedy (17) 35

MONDAY 24 APRIL 2023

VETS Stableford:

DIV 1:

1 David Diemar 17

2 Gavin Thom 19

3 David Flatt 16

DIV 2:

1 Robert Nash 18

2 Tony Johnston 21

3 Brian Hodges 17

TUESDAY 25 APRIL 2023

Stableford Medley competition.

A1 Robert Mclean (16) 39/cb

A2 Brad Mckay (16) 39 c/b

A3 Barbara Frost (16) 39

B1 Zbigniew Wasilewicz (31) 39

B2 Isaac Upton (29) 38

B3 Toni Brendish (27) 37

WEDNESDAY 26 APRIL 2023

Mens Stableford:

Brushbox Course:

A1 Clifford Fallan (3) 38

A2 Paul Collard (8) 36

B1 Greg Durie (18) 38

B2 Nathan Lilly (16) 37

C1 David Burnley (29) 37

C2 Ian Sandy (24) 33

Bowls victory for Soldiers Point

By Peter SMITH

AS well as the main Saturday Pennant Competition, the Newcastle Zone runs a mid-week Club Challenge.

This year, Soldiers Point Bowling Club entered three nine person teams.

The play comprises two games each of Fours, Triples and Pairs.

The Soldiers Point first team reached the final in Division One to play Raymond Terrace who are always formidable rivals.

The match resulted in a two games to one win for Soldiers Point.

The club's second team also reached a final, this time in Division 3, but were narrowly defeated by Beresfield Bowling Club.

New members are welcome at Soldiers Point and receive free coaching.

Contact Mark Watt on 49827173.

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SPORT

Mens Stableford:

Christmas Course:

A1 Neil Hodges (11) 40

A2 Craig Mackenzie (8) 37c/b

B1 Jacob Ferguson (16) 41

B2 John Delaney (19) 39

C1 Nigel Waters (35) 37

C2 Warren Noble (27) 36

Mens 4bbb Stableford Aggregate:

Christmas Courses:

Overall Winners: Jacob Ferguson & Scott Ferguson 76

Mens 4bbb Stableford Aggregate:

Brushbox Courses:

Overall Winners: Nathan Lilly & David Kirby 68c/b

THURSDAY 27 APRIL 2023

Women’s Foursomes: A1 Gwenda

Bates & Barbara Frost 75 c/b

A2 Sharon Dunn & Barbara Clark 75.

B1 Linda Goudge & Vicki Reckling 77.5

B2 Anne Milne & Jeanette Knott 78.5

Vets Stableford:

1 Rob Hutton 19

2 Grant Kennett 18

FRIDAY 28 APRIL 2023

Women Stableford: Brushbox Course

1 Beth MacDuff (24) 38

2 Anita Hutchinson (27) 37

Mens Stableford: Brushbox Course

A1 Peter Mentis (13) 38

A2 Peter Anstice (14) 35C/B

Herein lies the beauty of life drawing.

The life drawing scene embraces diversity.

Scars and birthmarks and voluptuous bodies are revered; they add interest and variety to an artist's repertoire.

As long as your husband has stamina, patience and confidence (and it appears he does since he has signed up to be a life model), he will no doubt make a great muse for the local community.

I wouldn't worry about someone recognising him.

People who take life drawing classes are interested in art, not the cheap thrill of seeing your Roger reclining on a bi-fold trestle.

B1 Ted Smith (22) 40

B2 Alan Bentley (22) 39C/B

C1 Rob Butler (25) 40

C2 Alan Stewart (32) 38

SATURDAY 29 APRIL 2023

Mens Stableford: Brushbox Course: Pres v Capt’s

A1 Wayne Cleaver (11) 41

A2 Wayne Finney (10) 40

B1 Craig James (17) 43

B2 Alan Gadsby (19) 38

C1 Keith Rogers (29) 36

C2 Norman Cousins (28) 35c/b

Mens Stableford: Gymea Course: Pres v Capt’s

A1 Mervyn Livingstone (11) 42

A2 Craig Windon (14) 39c/b

B1 Rod totman (17) 40

B2 Paul Buckley (23) 39

C1 Lachlan Pearson (27) 42

C2 Andrew Driscoll (32) 41c/b

q The winning Soldiers Point team. Manager W Flanagan, B Ahoy, T Sagar, M Watt,

D Tarrant, T Antram, T Hinton, M Johnston, M Shepherd and W Shipley.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Legendary 1975 Roos are the pride of Karuah

By Chris KARAS

HISTORIC Karuah Roos Rugby League Football Club is celebrating a ten year milestone since reforming after a short hiatus in the Newcastle Hunter Rugby League competition.

Back at their spiritual home base at Lionel Morten Oval, the proud Roos have opened the 2023 season with impressive performances in the Newcastle Hunter Mens Northern Conference.

Steeped in tradition, the Roos have produced an array of talent over the years and have fielded some powerful combinations throughout the mens senior ranks.

One of the club’s greatest ever outfits was the premiershipwinning 1975 Karuah side that defeated Gateshead 23-12 in a hard-fought Grand Final to clinch the Newcastle Second Division premiership.

Club President Daniel Evans told News Of The Area, “The 1975 Roos have a special place in the Karuah club’s annals and are widely regarded as one of the region’s best ever teams.

“They etched their names in Roos’ folklore for their skill and tenacity and never-say-die spirit that was the cornerstone of many club victories,” reflected Evans.

Under inspirational captaincoach Russell Elkin, the mighty Roos finished minor and major premiers to bring home the John Dunn Cup trophy.

Other team members included Kevin Smith, Terry Dew, Neil

Gardiner, Barry Peacock, Eric Lambourne, Russell Sellers, Bruce Mathews, Phil Fraser, Doug Bowden, Allan Robards, Ian Chapman, John Martin, Mick Sackley, Ken Maytom, Rodney Gough, Kelvin Woodward, Danny Manton, Harold Evans and Darrell

Johnson.

The team’s manager was Harry Chapman and ball boys were Timothy Greentree and Darrin Ray.

Karuah’s womens representative prop and skipper Jess Neilson is the niece of Kelvin Woodward and the granddaughter

of former Roos legend Lionel Morten while Harold Evans is the great uncle of current mens hooker and Club President Daniel Evans.

The Roos have opened their Mens A Grade campaign with rousing victories over Waratah Mayfield (34-12) at Waratah Oval

and Tea Gardens Hawks (22-10) at Lionel Morten Oval.

Flying winger Adam Crampton bagged four of Karuah’s seven tries against Waratah before notching a double in last Sunday’s big clash against the powerful Hawks.

Netball a way of life for stalwart official Sam Rumbel

By Chris KARAS

SHE has yet to competitively step on a court but after twenty years

of sterling service with the Port Stephens Netball Association, tireless volunteer Sam Rumbel represents a unique breed.

As a hard working administrative officer, they don’t come more reliable than super efficient Sam

who is a Life Member of the Dungog Netball Association and the current secretary of Hunter Netball.

“Netball is my passion,” says the decorated official who hasn’t played a game of netball in her life but is well versed on the intricacies of a

sport played by more than 20 million people in more than 80 countries worldwide.

Sam first became involved with netball when eldest daughter Emma was introduced to the game as a five year old in the small Dungog Association.

She took on a coaching role and was appointed Treasurer and served ten years as Association President before helping transfer ten local teams to the nearby Port Stephens Netball Association winter competitions.

With two decades of experience on the Dungog Netball executive committee, the respected Rumbel has proved a valuable acquisition to Port Stephens Netball in a variety of roles over the past fourteen years.

Sam has served seven years as Rep Convenor, managed several Association rep teams at Junior and Senior State Carnivals and helped prepare the triumphant HunterCentral Coast representative side that won the inaugural Regional State Cup last season.

The Dungog stalwart was recently appointed Team Manager of the Hunter-Central Coast State

Cup representative squad for 2023 –another fine achievement.

Most weekends you will find Sam supporting learning umpires during fixtures at the Raymond Terrace courts or assisting local clubs in general.

It is a family affair these days with daughters Emma and nineteen year old Jessica still involved with the sport.

25-year-old Emma, an accomplished goal defender and former Hunter Flyers captain in the Metro Netball League, has retired as a player but devotes her time in developing young netballers in the PSNA.

Young Jessica has been appointed coach of the Port Stephens 13 years representative team to compete at the Junior State titles in Camden and Liverpool from July 1-3 and assistant coach of the 17 years rep squad for the Senior titles in Maitland and Newcastle from June 10-12.

“Both my girls enjoy giving back to the sport they love – they are also qualified B Badge umpires and Intermediate coaches with a real passion for promoting netball,” quipped a proud Sam.

q The Karuah Roos’ champion 1975 A Grade rugby league squad that defeated Gateshead 23-12 in the Newcastle Second Division Grand Final.

q Tireless Port Stephens Netball Association official Sam Rumbel will manage the Hunter-Central Coast State Cup representative team this season. She is pictured with daughters Emma (left) and Jessica. Photo: Photolook Newcastle.

Karuah Motor Yacht Club hosts return of annual fishing competition in 2023

FROM Page 28

catch was Ron Thomas’ 1.06kg snapper, and 0.5kg for the Estuary,” Kylie Ghys, the event’s organiser at KYMC, told NOTA.

Three juniors entered this year, with two taking home the trophies, Myels Hood won ‘Best Estuary’ with a 0.3kg flathead, and Riley Harris took ‘Best Beach’ with a 0.76kg bream, Harris also took the overall Juniors’ catch award.

In following tradition, the ‘Horse’s Arse’ award, recognising poor planning/judgement, went reluctantly to the crew of ‘Karma’, for using dirty fuel.

The catches of the day will

likely share the same fate –becoming many a main course for the evening’s dinner.

“Everyone returned safely, and we are definitely looking forward to next year,” Commodore Timony said.

“We’re lucky to have an amazing diversity of marine areas here, with the bays, estuaries, lakes and rivers, salt and freshwater, so much in this area, I am still discovering bays and coves after 45 years.”

Planning for 2024 will take great care regarding not only weather, but the tides and cycles of the Moon, to ensure optimum fishing conditions.

Tilligerry Social Golf Club

TILLIGERRY

Social Golf Club results for 28/4/23

Outright winners:

John McDonald and Ron McKay 48

Runners up:

Peter Hill and Ron Dews 44

Ball winners:

Greg Hinton and Hugh Potts 42

Mark Skidmore and Jack Johnstone 40

Colin Marsden and

Bill McMaster 37 Bradman Award: Peter Couvaras and Wendy Couvaras

D&C4th.

A. Ron McKay.

B. Bob West. D&C7th.

A. Matt Baldwin.

B. ohn McDonald NTP18th.

A.

B. John McDonald Money hole.

A. Sean Brennan.

B. Colin Marsden

Lucky number:

13. Hugh Potts

There were 19 starters today. Congratulations to all the winners. Once again our numbers will be down for a few weeks with members having various surgeries. Take care everyone, stay healthy. Thank you to the Restaurant at Tanilba Bay Golf Club for our delicious lunch.

Next game Friday 5/5/23 Single Stableford Eclectic.

q The trophies to be won.

q Enjoying an autumn day after a hard one on the water.

q Best Individual Junior Estuary Miles Hood for his 0.3kg flathead.

q Estuary ‘Best Boat’ won by The Hornet.

q Biggest Beach fish Junior Riley Harris for his 0.72 kg flathead.

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5 Cromarty Crescent

HEATH JONES STEPHEN COSTELLO HUGH MCINNES STEVEN BOOTH JACK JONES

Across the Port Stand alone over 55s living

17 Middleby Grove, Medowie

2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car

LIVE comfortably and easily at number 17 Middleby Grove, Medowie, located within the beautifully maintained and centrally located Pioneer Ridge Gardens, an exclusive community of only seventeen homes and your own private roads

With air-conditioning in the open plan area, the home has

ceiling fans in both bedrooms.

Plantation shutters and downlights throughout, with a Hebel clad exterior, high ceilings, wide hallways and doors to accommodate mobility aids.

The property has a small, fenced area at the front of home, and is fully fenced with Colourbond fencing.

The home is connected to mains services.

Call Rikki-Lee Day at R & R Property on 0427 658 146.

Dunshea Avenue, Tea Gardens

18/66-72 Booner Street, Hawks Nest

JUST a two-level stair climb will bring you to this heavenly top floor unit set among the treetops.

Once inside this lovely unit, spiral staircase access leads you to a private enclosed rooftop room with access to the large outdoor rooftop entertaining area - a unit with a backyard without the mowing - how perfect!

The ‘Booneroo’ complex is just a short walk to all of Hawks Nest's great facilities.

Alternate between two

beautiful white sandy beaches, stroll to the shops, or take in the surroundings over a coffee or lunch at one of the local cafes.

Spend the afternoon on the tennis courts or golf course or go boating up the meandering Myall River.

Nestled high among the gum trees this unit features two large bedrooms and spacious open plan living.

The living area spills outside to a large balcony and there is a second balcony off the main bedroom as well.

With two bedrooms, full

bathroom, internal laundry, security parking, storage area and a pool in the complex, this is the perfect holiday or weekend destination.

Be quick to secure this great unit and enjoy everything that Hawks Nest has to offer.

Just two hours by freeway from Sydney and less than an hour north of Newcastle. Contact today to arrange a private inspection. Inspections are by appointment only.

Call John Rumble on 0425 289 200.

62 Windward Circuit, Tea Gardens

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THE RIGHT TABLE SHOW TIDAL VARIATIONS AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS

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

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only.

They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated.

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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.

TIDES

TIDE CHART - 7 DAYS

1. The hieroglyphic snake is facing the other way. 2. The circle above the bird is a square. 3. The button on the man’s pocket is missing.

4. The knob on the lamp is in a different place 5.The tail is missing off the hieroglyphic lion. MAZE: Caveman 1 - A. Caveman 2 - B. Caveman 3 - C.

Skewes, Robert John “Bob”

81 years of age from Tea Gardens formerly from Rankin Park. Much loved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many. Family and friends are warmly invited to the celebration of Bob’s life in the North Chapel, Newcastle Memorial Park, Anderson Drive Beresfield on Friday 5th May 2023 at 10.00am. Followed by a gathering at Tea Gardens Country Club from 12.30pm. Also at the Tea Gardens Hotel, from 4.00pm to celebrate Bobs life and share his life stories.

MidCoast

Funeral Notice PLACE

38hrs a week

Head to our website: at https://www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/YourCouncil/Working-with-us/Council-careers

Wanted to Buy

Antique China & Figurines, English Silver, Fountain Pens, Old Jewellery & Watches. Please phone:

War Medals

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

Public Notices

Karuah Motor Yacht Club

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

0415 419 741 mail@kmyc.net.au

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For Sale

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

4 BURNER/side burner bottle with safety valve plus cover & accessories Little body rust. $50 (for breast cancer research)

MEDOWIE 4982 9942 F300323

ALUM step ladder, 32 x 61. $25. 0402 087 401

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

BICYCLES Girls and boys, VGC $20 each Ph: 4982 8628 F200423

COCA Cola sign in wooden and glass frame 40cmx30cm $25 Coca Cola mens red shirt with signage size XL $10 3 tow balls, 2 large heavy metal shackles. Best offer. Ph 4981 7523. F160323

COSMOPOLITAN

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

For Sale

2 PERSON SOT kayak. $99.00 Call 0493 078 190

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

Public Notices

Herbicide spraying

www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au

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 May, June and July 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.

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.

For Sale

ELECTRIC Heaters

1 Electric 700mm x 360mm 2000 watts

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

EUROPEAN 2 x Single adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses VGC $485 both

PH: 49979797

F2 Wave 8.4 windsurfer & fin, Mennem brand 8.5 litres VGC. $99. 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens

GARDEN tools Rake, Hoe, Mattock & Fork $15 each Ph: 4997 0611

GASTRA Nitros

Windsurfer 9 meter sail & bag. Used only

4 times. $99. Mast 4.9

Luff 514cm Base 24cm Boom 249cm. IMCS 29. 0419 932 992 Tea Gardens.

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

GOLFING accessories

For Sale For Sale

MOBILITY Scooter 4 wheel. Good cond. with front basket, rear bag and charger. $1200

Free delivery

Ph: 0418 430 643 ReS040523

NEW 5L water jug with tap. $15.00 Call 0493 078 190 F230323

OVER bed patient table Timber laminate & white $40. Ph: 4982 2335

PARRAMATTA Eels large framed autographed club jersey 2001, 90cmW x 105cmL

personally custom made Beautiful piece $875ono Ph: 4981 7523

PORTABLE clothesline GC, $25. 0413 023 296

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

TENT Pegs 5 x Large heavy galvanised metal In unopened package 8mmx300mm $10 Ph: 4981 7523

TIMBER extendable dining table and 6 chairs VGC. Cream/peach colour $250. 4981 2251 e110523

TV Corner cabinet Shelving underneath 2 door unit, on wheels 100cm W x 60cm H 65cm L. $50. 4981 7523

UNIFORM, St Brigids winter pinafore, size J4 exc cond. No smoking home. $20. 0422070333 F230323

WALKING Machine electric, Proflex Elite near new. $100 Ph: 4997 9313

WELLINGTON boots as new size 10 $25 4997 0611

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

CURLING wands x 3 Near new. Big curl small curl, and crimper Separately $10 each Ph: 0457 087 178

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

DRESS, New Sleeveless, Pink/Blue Multicolour Mid length Size M $45

Ph: 0427 818 294

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

ELECTRIC treadmill adjusts to incline Foldable. Tracks distances, times and calories. Has emergency stop function. $50

Ph: 4919 8117

ELECTRIC Saw Black & Decker $50 Ph: 4997 0611

Golf balls - around 100? 20 cents each

Golf buggy $25 Clubs and drives $2 each. Ph: 4982 2335 F260123

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

GUITAR left-handed Redding as new never played with soft case $230 Ph: 4981 9939 ReS281222

HANGING coloured print wooden frame, picture of large outdoor sign for indoor bowling. New in packaging 50cmL x 40cmW $15. 4981 7523

HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable Computer shelving

$60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155 F201022

IKEA Stornas Bar Table GC. $95. 0493 078 190

F020323

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: 0457 087 178

SALON hair dryer, new $20. 0457 087 178

SEKA Shoprider mobility scooter as new hardly used. Immaculate Front basket and rear bag. Blue in colour $2300. Can deliver Ph: 0418 430 643

SOFA Bed Floral linen fabric $80 0407 915 768

SPIRIT level aluminum surround 120cm L $20

Ph: 4981 7523

WINDSURFER and fin 85 litres, Freerace 2.6m long. In a bag. No dings Some accessories available. $80. Peter 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens.

WALKER heavy duty suits big person $100 Ph: 4982 2335 F300323

WOMENS Levi jeans new, size 8 - 10. $50 0457 087 178 F130423

WOMENS new black leather jacket, small to medium, worth $400, asking $100 0457 087 178

WOMENS new coat medium to large, wool worth $120, sell $50 0457 087 178

Boats

LAWNMOWER and line trimmer. Both RYobi. 36V battery and charger. $365 0418 279 142

LOUNGE 3 piece

$50. Other items too 0425 254 612

MOBILE phone ZTE excellent cond. $100 0457 087 178

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

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

Ph 0415 353 798

TOW hitch clamp SCA brand new $15 Ph: 0493 078 190

ATTN: Boat-carscaravans! Cut and polish, all paint work, Mag wheels polished or repaint, small sandblast and repaint parts

For Quote: 0484 137 580 e040523

TINNY 3.1m car topper

8HP Merc. Gal. Folding trailer. Good condition No Rego. $2800 ono Ph 0427 224 744

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SUNDAY LOUIS THEROUX INTERVIEWS...

ABC TV PLUS, 8.30pm

WEDNESDAY NORTH SHORE

FRIDAY EUROVISION SONG CONTEST SEMI-FINAL

SBS, 5am

With Perth’s fearless Voyager (above) representing Australia in Eurovision’s second semi-final, this is the chance for Aussie viewers to get their votes in. Voyager will perform their track Promise on the Eurovision stage – where anything is possible. SBS’s exclusive coverage will once again be in the capable hands of Myf Warhurst and Joel Creasey who will bring witty banter and insights as they guide Australia through the glitz and madness direct from Liverpool.

FRIDAY, May 5

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Traces. (MA15+a) Two suspects derail the investigation.

9.15 Mayfair Witches. (Premiere, Mals) A neurosurgeon makes a shocking discovery.

10.10 Interview With The Vampire. (Premiere, MA15+s)

11.15 ABC Late News.

11.30 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (MA15+l, R)

12.00 Close To Me. (Final, Mals, R)

12.50 Smother. (Mal, R)

In this series, charming journalist and documentarian Louis Theroux (pictured) turns his unique probing style to the UK’s biggest celebrities. With exclusive access to poke about their lives, he gets up close and personal in the way only he can. In this penultimate episode of the series, Theroux spends time with Canadian comedian, actor and writer Katherine Ryan, whose career has taken off since arriving in the UK 15 years ago. Theroux is invited to Ryan’s home for a frank, no-holds-barred conversation about her life, family and comedy. He sees her perform in London and spends a day off with Katherine, her teenage daughter and husband, Bobby.

TEN, 8.40pm

Filmed in Sydney last year, this six-part drama sees Australian team up with their British counterparts to solve the murder of a UK politician’s daughter. Along the way, they uncover an international conspiracy. Driven by complex characters, North Shore explores themes of greed and ambition. The series builds to a shocking reveal as the unmasking of the killer brings to light a complex web of lies and deceit which threaten to bring the elite North Shore crashing down. Stars familiar faces such as John Bradley, Joanne Froggatt (above), Kirsty Sturgess, Dan Spielman (above), Rob Carlton and Matt Passmore.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

World News.

Exploring Northern Ireland. (PGl, R)

11.45 Reunions. (PGal, R)

1.40 Romulus. (Masv)

ANC

5.30

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

Johanna Griggs visits an eco village, where the homes are energy efficient.

8.30 MOVIE: Inferno. (2016, Malv, R) After a professor awakens in an Italian hospital with no memory of the past few days, he joins forces with one of his doctors to uncover the truth about what happened to him and why someone wants him dead.

Tom Hanks, Felicity Jones, Irrfan Khan.

11.05 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGl, R) The farmers’ families come to lunch and discover they must choose one lady to send on a crucial 24-hour date.

12.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Manly Sea Eagles v Brisbane Broncos.

9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Manly Sea Eagles versus Brisbane Broncos match, with news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R) A man investigates terrorist attacks. Dylan O’Brien.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.30 The Project. Special guest is Jason Derulo.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGal) New Year’s Day arrives.

8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) Follows dispatchers and paramedics working for NSW Ambulance’s Sydney operations.

9.30 Territory Cops. (Mv, R) Detectives are at the scene of a serious crash that has one woman critically injured.

10.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R)

12.30

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY, May 6

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Traces.

R) 1.15 Miniseries: Capital. (Ml, R) 2.05 Grand Designs. (R) 2.50 Great Australian Stuff.

R) 3.50 Bluey. (R)

To Be Advised.

The Coronation Of King Charles III: Preview.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG) 10.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (PG, R) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup series. Round 2. 4.00 The Lost Season. (PG, R) 5.05 Going Places. (R) 5.35 Walking Wartime England.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 Outlander. (Final, MA15+) Claire is arrested for murder.

12.40 Germinal. (Final, Masv) Most of the miners agree to return to work.

1.45 The Pact. (Ma, R) The Simpkins family are rocked by a health scare.

6.00 Home Shopping.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing. Sangster Day, Coast to Coast Raceday, The Coast Race Day and Ladbrokes Park Race Day.

4.00 Coronation Of

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Coronation Of King Charles III. Coverage of Charles III and Camilla being crowned King and Queen from Westminster Abbey, London.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 10. Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Charles III travels back to Buckingham Palace.

10.30 The Coronation Of King Charles III: Buckingham Palace Balcony.

11.00 Miniseries: Ridley Road. (Mav, R)

11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

4.45 Bamay: Larrakia And Wulwulam Country. (R) Showcase of Larrakia and Wulwulam Country.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SUNDAY, May 7

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders.

10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass.

R) 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30

Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30

Prince Charles: Inside The Duchy Of Cornwall. (R) 3.25 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland. (PG, R) 4.15 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 5.00 Art Works.

5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Grand Designs: Chess Valley. (PG) Hosted by Kevin McCloud.

8.20 Midsomer Murders. (Ma) Part 4 of 4.

9.50 Midsomer Murders: 25 Years Of Mayhem. (Mv, R)

A 25th anniversary special.

10.35 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+s, R)

11.40 Mayfair Witches. (Mals, R)

12.35 MotherFatherSon. (Mlv, R)

1.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 The Heights. (PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00

Motorcycle Racing. Australian ProMX C’ship. Round 4. 4.00 Cycling. National Road Series. Grafton to Inverell. H’lights. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 1. H’lights. 5.30 Walking Wartime England. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The Deadly T-Rex. (PG)

8.30 Pompeii: The Secrets Of Civita Giuliana.

9.30 Acropolis: The Ancient Builders. (PGan, R)

10.30 No Body Recovered. (Ma, R)

11.25 The Queen’s Guard: A Year In Service. (Ml, R)

2.10 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R)

3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

11.30 The 1% Club. (PGls, R) Game show featuring contestants facing an increasingly obscure quiz, hoping to make it to the end and answer a question only 1% of the country would get right to win $100,000. Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

12.30 Home Shopping.

9.35 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match.

10.05 MOVIE: The Infiltrator. (2016, MA15+adlv, R)

12.30 The Countess And The Russian Billionaire. (Mv, R)

1.50 Talking Honey. (PG)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30

Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.00 The Coronation. Coverage of His Majesty King Charles III being crowned alongside The Queen Consort in a historic Coronation at Westminster Abbey, London, the first to take place in nearly 70-years.

11.30 Fire Country. (PGav, R) An internal investigator suspects Jake of being the serial arsonist who has been setting recent fires, an accusation that threatens to end his career, so Bode and the crew take it upon themselves to investigate.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

8.30 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.30 The Latest: Seven News.

10.00 Born To Kill? BTK – Dennis Rader. (MA15+av) Takes a look at the case of Dennis Rader, an American serial killer known as BTK – “blind, torture, kill”.

11.00 Quantum Leap. (Mav)

12.00 The Rookie. (Mav, R) John’s trust is tested.

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters. (PGl)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

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

10.10 Australian Crime Stories. (Mav, R)

11.20 The First 48. (Mal)

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

1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 Take Two. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 To Be Advised.

9.15 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mav) When NCIS Special Agent Jane Tennant interrogates a suspect during his helicopter transfer and the chopper crashes, she must utilise her skills to save herself and the other passengers.

10.05 FBI. (M, R) When a morning show host is murdered, the team realises a killer is targeting powerful women.

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

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MONDAY, May 8

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (R) 11.00 Britain’s Biggest Dig. (PGa, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.05 Secrets To Civilisation. (PGav, R) 3.05 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R) 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 2. H’lights.

TUESDAY, May 9

Parliament. 3.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Paddington Station 24/7. (PG, R) 10.50 Britain’s Biggest Dig. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Every Family Has A Secret. (PGa, R) 3.05 Living Black. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Coronation Concert. (PG) From Windsor Castle, England.

9.00 9-1-1. (Ma) As Buck’s life hangs in the balance, he dreams of a world where he never became a firefighter, for better and worse.

10.00 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Ma) Owen is questioned by the FBI.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. (PGa, R)

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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

7.30 To Be Advised.

9.00 Ghosts. (PGs) Sam, Jay and the ghosts go into detective mode when Sam is given one last podcast episode to wrap up Alberta’s murder. Trevor, Flower and Pete discover an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help.

9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) After a star triathlete is murdered, Remy teams up with an old flame who wants to film the case.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

9.30 Dateline: Bank Robbers. A look at bank robberies in Beirut.

SBS World News Late. 10.30 Living Black. (R) 11.00 Manayek. (Malv) 11.55 Hope. (Premiere, Mv)

12.55 Tell Me Who I Am. (Mv, R)

3.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

9.00 The Good Doctor. (M) Shaun and Lea head to the delivery room.

10.00 The Latest: Seven News. The latest news on the Federal Budget.

10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Gonzales Family Murders. (MA15+av, R) A look at the murders of the Gonzales family.

11.45 Autopsy USA.

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

7.30 To Be Advised.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Return, Mal)

From major news stories to entertainment and viral videos, presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. (Mv) Agent Knight goes viral for saving a mother and child from a potentially fatal car accident.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

WEDNESDAY, May 10

House Of Arts And Crafts. (PGl, R)

WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30

Mastermind Australia. (PG)

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml)

8.35 Zelenskyy: Citizens At War. A look at Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

9.30 Rogue Heroes. (Final, Malv) Stirling attends a cocktail party.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Furia. (MA15+av)

11.55 Unit One. (Mlv, R)

4.15 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.45 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

THURSDAY, May 11

House Of Arts And Crafts. (PGl, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence: Hack Job. (M)

8.30 Miniseries: Safe Home. (Mal) Part 1 of 4. A woman makes a terrible mistake in her new job at a family violence legal service.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Catch And Release. (MA15+l)

11.45 Black Sands. (Malnv, R)

2.50 Unsaid.

3.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

5.00 Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Cash gets perspective on Eden’s decision.

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.35 Accused. (Masv) When drag performer falls for a closeted guy, their whirlwind affair leads to devastating consequences.

10.35 The Latest: Seven News.

11.05 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Killing Fields Of Truro. (MA15+av, R) A look at the Truro murders.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7.30

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

8.40 North Shore. (Premiere, Madl) Detectives investigate when the UK Trade Minister’s daughter is found dead in Sydney Harbour.

9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (Mad) A tycoon interferes with an investigation.

10.40 Fire Country. (Mv)

11.30 Bull. (Masv, R)

12.30 The Project. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Rose plays cat and mouse to avoid Mali. Hurricane Mackenzie returns to Salt. Justin and Leah uncover horrific truths.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Auditions continue as weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of celebrity judges.

9.55 The Front Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.55 The Latest: Seven News.

6.30 The Project. The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

7.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) Velasco becomes embroiled in what appears to be a plot to take down the creator of a dating app.

11.30 The Project. (R) The hosts and guest panellists take a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show.

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By Thomas O’KEEFE

ANGLERS were on the waters around Karuah all weekend, with the successful return of the Karuah Motor Yacht Club’s (KMYC) annual fishing competition from Friday 28 April to Sunday 30 April.

With 30 entrants in the three categories, Estuary, Offshore and the new ‘Beach’ Fishing, Commodore Jim Timony of the KYMC seemed very happy with the outcome.

“It was pretty successful, the ocean fishing did well, as were the catches in the estuary, despite some trouble with the

boats early on,” Commodore Timony told News Of The Area.

Judged by the famous ‘unofficial Mayor of Broughton Island’, Bob Dyer, the winners were stoked to see their time on the water yield such voluminous returns.

“The average weights for each category were 0.7kg for both Beach and Offshore fishing, the biggest offshore

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q Offshore ‘Best Boat’ Lorna J captain Milton Burrows with Commodore Jim Timony and judge Bob Dyer.