Dubbo Photo News 03.11.2022

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Rain disrupts winter harvest and summer plantings

By JOHN RYAN

JASON HARTIN is a long-time stock and station agent and while he says the recent wet season has plenty of challenges, most people on the land have the longer-term outlook to remain positive.

“We had a three-year drought, then we had a very good year and everyone tried to forget about the drought, then we had a second wet year and now we’re having an extremely wet year, peoples’ spirits are amazingly still good,” Mr Hartin told Dubbo Photo News

“The worst thing is that our winter cereal crops are going to be very

hard to harvest, we’ve got minimum summer cropping happening at the moment because it’s too wet, as in cotton and sorghum.

“Our livestock is still going very, very well on the whole, the cattle job is booming but our sheep industry is struggling a bit because sheep just do not like the wet weather.”

Mr Hartin says mud is always better than dust and says among his clients and the many country people he talks to, they understand that if you’re in the farming game you need to be able to take the big wets along with the extended dry times.

“People are in the industry for a

reason, they’re passionate people, our farmers, and they’ll just pick the ball up and keep running, the optimism is there, it’s still good.

“The rural economy is ticking along, we just had a small correction on land at the moment, we couldn’t get enough of it six or eight months ago, it’s just had a small correction but your good properties are still selling very well, people are trying to justify what they’re paying because of the minimum income this year, but if they want a place, they’ll obtain the money and buy it.

“If you’re involved in the rural industry, it’s still better than living in the towns.”

The region’s young people were out “trick or treating” – or simply dressing up for the night – for Halloween this week. Ploughman’s Rest Tavern Wongarbon turned into a Little Shop of Horrors for their spooky Halloween Disco. Pictured are Blake Wilson, Blake Lambourn, Millie Walker and Mason Wilson. See inside for more pics.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

Refurbished grandstand looks grand new

DUBBO Regional Council (DRC) has completed upgrades to the grandstand at Victoria Park No.1 Oval.

The state government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund Round Four, $100,000 grant assisted with the removal of existing paint, removal of existing wooden seating and broken flooring, new painting, and the installation of new flooring and seating.

Mayor Mathew Dickerson said the refurbishments have increased the quality, durability, and aesthetics of the grandstand.

“Victoria Park No.1 is well-utilised by our local community and sporting clubs, and now provides a safer environment and better spectator experience,” Cr Dickerson said.

Communal support behindsupport communal facility

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

THE Dubbo community and other towns in the region understand the significance of Macquarie Home Stay and the impact it has on patients in western NSW.

The home stay was established to provide patients across the region with affordable accommodation for when they are seeking treatment at Dubbo Base Hospital or specialists.

Managing director Rod Crowfoot said local communities and charities are donating their funds to support and grow the centre.

“It surprises us when organisations or charities dedicate the donations from their projects to us – we’re very grateful,” Mr Crowfoot told Dubbo Photo News

“It’s touching when you know they don’t have the capacity to do much and then choose us as their beneficiary.

“Dubbo College Senior Campus have selected us as their year 12 charity for next year which is great.”

Mr Crowfoot said the Building Better Regions Fund has been continued and are looking for alternative grants or opportunities to raise money to build 26 more rooms to the facility.

“September so far has been our strongest turn away rate at 170 patients who needed accommodation that we were unable to provide for,” Mr Crowfoot said.

“The quicker we can increase our footprint means more people can look after their health when they need to, and they’ll go home in a much better position than when they first arrived.

“We never want to hear cases where patients decided to stop treatment or delay treatment because they can’t afford accommodation costs.”

Mr Crowfoot commended the improvement to the Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS) saying patients are eligible for more financial assistance towards travel and accommodation.

He added saying some patients still cannot afford commercial accommodation even with the improved subsidies.

“That’s the harsh reality –we’re having people tell us that they can’t afford to get themselves looked after,” he said.

Mr Crowfoot said raising awareness for the need of the facility in the community is a vital part to continue further growth.

Hydrotherapy concerns

By JOHN RYAN

MANY locals have contacted Dubbo Photo News concerned that the local hydrotherapy pool had been out of action for a number of years.

The operation of Lourdes Hospital was transferred from Catholic Healthcare into Western NSW Local Health District’s structure from Monday, October 3. Prior to this date the hydrotherapy pool was managed by Catholic Healthcare.

Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders said

the hydrotherapy pool has been closed to ensure compliance with previous and recent NSW Health Covid-19 restrictions.

“With the removal of NSW Health Covid-19 restrictions, the operation of the hydrotherapy pool is now being reviewed with the view of re-opening this service in the 2023 New Year,” Mr Saunders said.

“Once opened, the hydrotherapy pool will include rehabilitation as well as Lymphedema sessions for both inpatients and outpatients.”

Macquarie Home Stay managing director Rod Crowfoot standing on the block where he hopes to build 26 more units. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

The hydrotherapy pool at the Lourdes Hospital site has been sitting idle for many years, with many local residents claiming the inability to access the facility has caused them pain and suffering.

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A RAINBOW DIVIDING THE PURPLE SKY

Sax Quartet singles out Dubbo

By JOHN RYAN

MACQUARIE Conservatorium’s 2022 Concert Series concludes this Sunday, November 6, with an internationally-renowned saxophone quartet making its only regional appearance right here in Dubbo – the quartets other shows are in capital cities.

Described as a ‘reincarnation of the Beatles for classical music’ and ‘four saxophonists who rock the house’, Signum Saxophone Quartet has achieved cult status on instruments rarely found in the concert hall, filling the world’s best venues with enthusiastic audiences.

Macquarie Conservatorium Director Vivienne Winther said with the support of tour organisers Musica Viva Australia, Signum will perform in only one regional town while they tour Australia’s capital cities.

“That regional town is Dub-

bo! We are very lucky,” she said.

Founded in 2006 in Cologne, Signum debuted at Carnegie Hall New York in 2013 and currently perform in major festivals all over Europe. Their recording Echoes was released by Deutsche Grammophon in 2021.

Signum musicians Blaž Kemperle, Jacopo Taddei, Alan Lužar and Guerino Bellarosa constantly seek out new ideas, ground-breaking challenges and intriguing artistic encounters.

In this concert they’ll be joined by one of Australia’s most exciting violinists, Kristian Winther, in a special performance of Kurt Weill’s Violin Concerto.

Originally for solo violin and wind ensemble, Musica Viva Australia has commissioned a special arrangement of this piece for Signum from composer Jessica Wells, which will be premiered in Dubbo.

“Other works in the program are unique arrangements of Bach’s Italian Concerto, Gershwin’s Three Preludes and the exciting Symphonic Dances from West Side Story by Bernstein,” Ms Winther said.

“Signum finish their concert with music by jazz composer Chick Corea, so it’s a very entertaining and diverse program of music they are presenting, which will appeal to all music-lovers.”

While in Dubbo, these visiting artists will also stage a masterclass for young saxophone players on Saturday, November 5, at the Macquarie Conservatorium at 10am.

Interested members of the public are also welcome to attend this free masterclass.

Tickets are on sale now for Signum’s concert on Sunday, November 6, at 5.30pm from www.123tix.com.au or visit Macquarie Conservatorium’s website or Facebook page for more information.

ALAN PARKER contributed the image of a spectacular rainbow, saying there is always hope after rain. The image was taken on Friday, October 21, at 7pm on the corner of Gipps and Wingewarra Streets.

The Signum Saxophone Quartet will be performing in many of Australia’s capital cities –and Dubbo. PHOTO: ANNA TENA

Circus West celebrates best 31 years

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

AFTER 31 years Circus West will be hosting a final performance for past and present performers at Delroy Campus of Dubbo College on Saturday, November 5.

Director Paul Woodhead initiated the “accidental” program in 1991 to reintroduce social disadvantaged students to the academic system.

Mr Woodhead retired as a fulltime teacher in 2016 and transitioned to dedicating his time solely on Circus West.

His background in gymnastics assisted Mr Woodhead to provide an arts-based curriculum to students to help them transition back into classrooms.

Circus West have performed in the Dubbo Fringe, the Dubbo Show, and other community events.

“We started doing circus as a subject with students who were anti-social, and it developed over time by getting bigger and bigger,” Mr Woodhead told Dubbo Photo News

“If you provide a variety of stuff for students to do it means kids can choose their own path and have freedom to make decisions – which is rare in a school system.

“I gave away control.”

Throughout the three decades of teaching circus to students, Mr Woodhead noticed students grow confidence through risk taking and risk management activities.

“At the circus we really celebrated risk taking, we tell every-

one to ‘go for it, but do it intelligently’,” he said.

Mr Woodhead is sad to say goodbye to his students, but because of his health and the decline of interest after Covid he knew Circus West would not be sustainable to continue.

“We had two classes of 50 students a week before Covid, and now we have 15 students,” he said.

“We have a range of talent like knife juggling, ariels, fires, and unicycles – it is too much to ask another teacher to take it on

Bridge to be finished in four years

ABERGELDIE Complex Infrastructure has been selected as the successful contractor to build the New Dubbo Bridge across the Macquarie River, the floodplain and the adjoining road construction.

The New Dubbo

Bridge will cost $220.2 million, with major construction starting in early 2023. An opening is planned for late 2026. A build timeline of almost four years not including the pre-works have gone into the project so far.

board.

“It’s hard enough being a classroom teacher in today’s environment.”

Mr Woodhead knows the remaining children in the program are disappointed with the outcome, but he is sure they will continue their passion through other areas.

“I’m very sad to leave but it has to finish sometime,” he said.

“Circus West has made a huge impact on the kids by giving them the opportunity to take risks and choose their own path.”

Mr Woodhead and the team have already started donating the equipment to other youth-based organisations across Australia.

He thanks the department for giving him an opportunity to explore an arts-based technique to teaching.

“The fact that I’ve had a string of principals over the years who have supported me really says a lot about the program,” he said.

The event will start with a meet and greet from 10am catered to past and present performers with the show commencing at 6pm.

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Delroy campus gets new cultural hub

DUBBO College Delroy Campus welcomed the construction of the new Aboriginal Shared Learning (ASL) facility.

The ASL Hub will be a connected series of indoor and outdoor learning spaces where students, teachers and the wider community can come together.

The Dubbo Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group, Dubbo Local Aboriginal Lands Council and Three Rivers Regional Assembly have been part of the co-design to ensure the facilities reflect a culturally safe and welcoming learning environment, providing opportunity for enhanced learning connections and partnerships.

The project is a first of its kind and has been conceptualised with Country in mind, in collaboration with the key Aboriginal community partners.

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders celebrated the milestone with an official ‘turning of the sod’ for the new hub.

“I’m proud to be part of a government that is delivering on its commitment to provide the best facilities to support students in our regional community,” he said.

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Circus West students at the Dubbo Show.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

ARIES: You may get an unexpected promotion after a colleague leaves. You’ll take over for your boss when they go on vacation. You may get a pay raise.

TAURUS: Everything is falling into place. At work, you’ll be inspired by leading projects, which will help you work towards achieving your goals.

GEMINI: You must recharge your batteries to improve all areas of your life. Being open spiritually will help you transform your life and improve your well-being.

CANCER: You’ll organise a memorable group activity. The results will only be as good as the effort you put in. You’ll also overcome some of your shyness by being part of it.

LEO: You’ll have a lot of responsibilities on your plate. Prioritise them according to your abilities. Your loved ones will help you create a plan to be as efficient as possible.

VIRGO: Going back to school isn’t easy. However, it’s a decision that will benefit you and align with your values and life goals. Perseverance is the key to success. Fortunately, you’ll have the support of your loved ones.

LIBRA: You must weigh the pros and cons before making a choice. You’ll join a spiritual movement that will broaden your horizons and help you improve your quality of life.

SCORPIO: Think things through before deciding, even if you’re being pressured. Your intuition will guide you. If you’re patient, the answers will come to you.

SAGITTARIUS: Take your time when preparing a negotiation. You’ll find a solution to all your financial problems or get the job of your dreams.

CAPRICORN: You must calculate what you can afford before going on a shopping spree at a high-end store. You may also want to improve your appearance to take on more important tasks at work.

AQUARIUS: You’ll enjoy spending time at home. You may also skip working at the office to be more efficient. You’ll deep clean your house.

PISCES: You may have a misunderstanding with a family member. Don’t draw out the situation before setting the record straight. You must determine who’s making the decisions. Otherwise, the problem will remain unclear. The luckiest signs this week: Gemini, Cancer and Leo.

Bridge damaged by floods

By JOHN RYAN

THE recent floods have conjured up a massive repair bill for our roads but other pieces of vital infrastructure haven’t escaped damage from the wet weather, with substantial damage to Troy Bridge.

Aside from cleaning up the debris and mud on the approach road and on the bridge deck itself, Dubbo Regional Council has to fix a pavement failure which will require the digging out of a heavy patch to repair, and also rectify an asphalt wearing course failure at the interface of bridge deck and road.

Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed by the end this next week, allowing road and bridge to be open tomorrow (Friday, November 4).

A DRC spokesperson told DubboPhotoNewsthat given the current subsoil moisture conditions the proposed repair works may be of a temporary nature, with more permanent repairs needed at a later date when site conditions dry out.

Estimated cost for the repairs is in the order of $23,000.

Main photo: Both approaches to Troy Bridge have been blocked so clean-up can be undertaken at the same time repairs are carried out on the bridge itself.

Stage 3: MAPPEN Expo

Students had to design, create and market a product to be sold to parents and community members in order to raise money for charity. There were cake stalls, plant stalls, lucky dips and handmade bookmarks. An absolutely amazing effort with the combined total being $1452.20.

Each class will be donating their total to a local charity to help with the recent floods and to support our local community.

We thank our school community for coming along to support our expo and hope to continue to do more of these fun activities in the future.

On Thursday 13th October Dubbo South Public School’s Stage 3 students hosted a MAPPEN Expo to showcase their projects and sell their products.

Dubbo South Public School

Ava Pychtin and Sophie Semmler

Emily Weber and Gracie Edwards

Charlie Seton and Brock Solomons

Jordan West and Brodie Varcoe

The floodwaters lifted this asphalt in catastrophic fashion, it will need to be repaired before the bridge can be reopened.

Both approaches to Troy Bridge have been blocked so clean-up can be undertaken at the same time repairs are carried out on the bridge itself.

By JOHN RYAN

Mental health support for Dubbo teens available

YOUNG people across Dubbo and surrounding towns are continuing to use the Moderated Online Social Therapy (MOST) pilot program for 24/7 access to mental health support.

The online program provides tailored tools guided by clinicians and peer workers with lived experience to people aged 12 to 25.

Matthew Dowton, WNSWLHD Infant, Child, Youth and Family Mental Health District Coordinator, said the MOST program pilot has had really strong engagement in the Dubbo region and feedback has been very positive since its launch in May.

“We have had almost 40 young people enrol in the service so far with 50 per cent continuing to engage regularly, primarily utilising social resources, therapy resources and

online clinicians for support. Those who don’t engage regularly still have access to the program whenever they need it,” Mr Dowton said.

Western NSW was the first of seven LHDs to launch the MOST pilot program in May 2022. The MOST program was designed by and is delivered in collaboration with youth mental health organisation Orygen, following a $1.5 million investment from the NSW Government to launch the platform.

Funding for the MOST platform is in addition the NSW Government’s extensive range of initiatives including; $87 million for Towards Zero Suicides initiatives and $109 million for Safeguards Child and Adolescent Mental Health Response Teams.

Celebrating teachers

ON Friday, October 28, teachers around the world were celebrated for World Teachers Day.

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) encouraged students and parents to showcase their appreciation for the work teachers do both in and outside the classroom.

AITSL CEO Mark Grant said the day was a fantastic opportunity for the community to acknowledge the work that is done by the teaching profession.

“Australia’s 400,000 teachers are an amazing group of people, and their high-quality expertise is truly valued by the community,” Mr Grant said.

Govt incentives for hosting powerlines

NSW farmers and landholders hosting transmission lines on their properties will receive a $200,000 per kilometre payment, paid over 20 years, for all new large-scale transmission lines.

RE-Alliance national director Andrew Brey said the state has a number of renewable energy transmission projects that will carry clean power across NSW and neighbouring states.

“It’s important they are treated as core stakeholders and benefit materially for the role they play in our future energy system,” Mr Brey said.

“Farmers hosting transmission lines on their property will now receive payments more comparable to those hosting a solar farm or wind farm.”

Pictured are Jonathon Cummings, Bijen Shrestha and Chantelle Murray after filling up a ute load

given away. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Fashion fundraiser for Can Assist

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

OAK Tree Retirement Village will be hosting a high tea and a fashion parade fundraiser for Can Assist on Saturday, November 19, from 2pm.

Can Assist Dubbo provides cancer assistance to local patients through financial assistance, practical support and by raising awareness.

Village manager Joanne Wodson said the fashion show is sold out, but people still have the opportunity to purchase tickets for raffle prizes.

Can Assist member George Dent handcrafted a bench from donated timber for the major raffle prize.

“Once a year we try to do a fundraiser for a charity as we have this amazing high tea set and want it to be used,” Ms Wodson said.

Ms Wodson often buys products for the events through a marketplace and said they often get donated after hearing what the items would be used for.

“It’s really nice how it touches people, and they are all prepared to get behind and support us,” Ms Wodson said.

“We have a lot of cancer survivors in our village so it’s something that is very close to our hearts.”

Ms Wodson added the fashion show to the high tea to enhance the event.

Can Assist member Fitz McK-

ay said the fashion show is welcomed as the money raised from the event will stay in Dubbo.

“Every cent of what is donated stays here and we pay for what

our patients need, including food and fuel vouchers, rates, pharmacy bills, accommodation – anything that they need,” Ms McKay said.

Cycling for great health

By KEN SMITH

THE blue sky and sunshine returned for the recent Dubbo Cycle Club Ladies Day and Charity Event.

It was a day of informative talks, food, refreshments, good company and music, plus time for a lap or two.

The Dubbo Cycle club partnered with Dubbo Pink Angels to raise awareness around the support they provide for breast cancer patients in the region.

Well done to all involved and thank you to the supporters and sponsors.

“The money goes to the oncology department.”

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Affordable preschool helping Dubbo families

FROM the beginning of next year children in NSW will be eligible to be a part of the Affordable Preschool Program.

There will be further financial relief on children attending a community or mobile school.

Minister for Education and Early Learning Sarah Mitchell said families are eligible the equivalent of five days a fortnight of affordable preschool.

“We will improve the affordability of early childhood education, improve quality, boost outcomes for children, and see enrolments and attendance increase in the years before school,” Ms Mitchell said.

“Research shows that children who participate in quality playbased education programs before they start school have improved lifelong educational, social, and economic outcomes.”

New energy contract saves Dubbo millions

DUBBO Regional Council (DRC) has awarded a new energy saving contract to Shell Energy Retail for the next 10 years.

Initiated by the state government, the contract is estimated to save more than $1.2 million over the decade.

Mayor Mathew Dickerson said the agreement of the contract will assist Council’s 100 per cent green power movement.

“This contract is a positive outcome for Council and the community at large given the current price pressures on electricity supply, as it will significantly assist Council achieve its environmental sustainability objectives,’’ Mr Dickerson said.

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Back, left to right, Mike Blake, George Dent, Robin Englert, Betty Lorimer, Joanne Wodson, front, Melva Blake, Robin Dent, Janet Couchman and Fitz McKay. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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Sherri Dunn (representing Wheeler’s Cycles), Helen Barnett (dietitian), Heather Maleham (GP), Mitzi Liddle (clinical psychologist), Christine Reynolds (from Wheeler’s Cycles) and Craig Granger. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

Purchasing a property is incredibly exciting but it can be daunting and overwhelming at the same time. Here’s some tips to ensure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible: Research, research, research – attend open homes, ask lots of ques tions, study sold properties on the internet, develop a picture in your mind of what you are after and what you can afford.

Get financially savvy – make sure you have pre-approval of finance before submitting any offers along with an understanding of all the costs such as mortgage fees, insurance, conveyancing fees and pest and building inspections.

Contact real estate agents – speak with agents to get an understand ing of the market and ask to be placed on their buyer database so that you are kept up to date with the latest listings.

Don’t let your heart rule your head – Buy the right property at the right price – even if it means compromising just a little. Take a family member or friend along with you for a second opinion.

Don’t skimp – Don’t skimp on using professionals. Employ a solic itor or licenced conveyancer and arrange professional pest and building inspection reports. Spending money now could save you the hassle of unexpected costs in the future.

For other

or any questions, call Karen on 0448 191167 or email at karen@chantandco.com.au

SONGS OF SKIN AND HEART

Myaree

Age: 5

What is your

What makes you laugh? Funny

Where do babies come from? Out of tummies

What would you do if you won the lotto? Tell my dad

What is your favourite animal? Lion Myaree roars

What is your favourite thing to do in Dubbo? Playing with Mum Where does Santa live? 100 days away What is your favourite thing about Christmas? Hugging Santa and waving him goodbye

What are you afraid of? The ghosts

What do you want to be when you grow up? A witch

STEVE Kilbey is on the road again.

“The Church” lead singer brought the hits, and the stories behind the songs to the Old Bank Music Shop recently.

The current tour “Steve Kilbey plays all The Church Singles –1980 – 1992” was a up close and personal insight into the man, the

music and the early history of one of Australia’s iconic rock bands, “The Church”.

There was plenty of laugh-outloud and poignant moments as Steve revealed insights into the recording of these now classic songs and the music industry in general.

As you can see in the photo,

the Old Bank Music Store is rearranged for these performances.

With guitars lining the walls on both sides, the Crossroads Stage and seating transform the shop into the most amazing intimate live music venue.

The Old Bank Music Shop owners, Mick and Gloria Picton told

Dubbo Photo News that there are more shows in the planning. Well done to The Old Bank Music Shop team, we can’t wait for the next reveal.

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Pictured: Steve Kilbey and Mick Picton (Old Bank Music Shop) PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

DUBBO SHOWED UP TO CARE

By JOHN RYAN

BRUNO Efoti had a busy week and just one of the events he organised and oversaw was the Dubbo Cares Day he founded two years ago in a bid to get the community to think outside the box, wanting locals to understand that there are plenty of people in Dubbo who do care about their fellow residents, whether they know them, or not.

He said life was difficult for many prior to the Covid lockdowns, but believes the added financial, health and social stresses was enough to batter the mental health of so many people.

“We set up at 6am, Royal Flying Doctor Service came with a barbeque, they were cooking food for people and people were going past and they stopped and grabbed something to eat, they got a voucher to get a coffee as well, it was a really good place to be and a good place to have a conversation,” Mr Efoti told Dubbo Photo News

“We got to meet a lot of people, cars were going past and looking, the Rotunda is a really great place to raise awareness of issues such as mental health.”

He said the whole mental health message can be complex and many people don’t even realise they need help, or if they do, where to get assistance that

would best work for them.

“The last couple of years have been pretty tough and having our services here, putting a face to the services is so important and that’s what we discovered this morning, people are struggling, it might be because there’s been too much rain, now some of the tradies can’t even get out to their worksites so it’s really good that they have somewhere where they can come and express that and know that we’re here to support them through that,” he said.

Showing that people really do care, he told how the local Woolworths’ managers from Riverdale and Orana Mall were walking past and asked what the Dubbo Cares’ display was all about.

“The two store managers found out what Dubbo Cares was

all about, they went back to the shops to get us fruit and water bottles and said if they’d known about this they’d have supplied us the food for the barbeque as well, the sausages, bacon and eggs, the bread, everything, for free, so I think it’s great that they feel they can support the community through events like Dubbo Cares.”

Bruno believes the momentum begun by Tradies In Sight is steadily building and he says as more and more organisations and individuals understand the importance of creating more resilient communities, they’ll be supporting these sorts of events and programs on a constant basis.

“Absolutely, and that’s the part that I’m excited about, it’s taken awhile to actually get this idea

out into the community but people are warming to it, they’re now coming out and saying, well, we want to support what you’re doing because we can see the value,” he said.

“I’m really hopeful for the next couple of years where people are wanting to support their local community and through the experiences that they’ve had, and many people know others who are struggling, so they’d like to know how they can give back in a meaningful way, or be generous in some way, and we can help them do that.

“I had a few conversations with people who hadn’t heard about what we do and they’ve said, that’s it, we’re coming over to the Tradies In Sight shed to have a visit with you

New fitness centre in Vic Park

FUNDS previously raised by Dubbo’s Titan Mud Run have contributed to the new Dubbo Regional Council, $360,000 fitness centre at Victoria Park which opened to the public on Saturday, October 29.

Located on the site of the former Livvie’s Playground, Maas Titan Mud Run competitors whose entry fees are annually allocated by Mud Run organisers to build similar community facilities, can know $15,000 worth of their mud, sweat and tears, has played a part in the free fitness, cardio, yoga area.

The fitness node comprises general fitness elements, including cycling, cross training, weights, and other exercise equipment, suitable for all ages and stages of life, including seniors and people with disabilities.

Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) culture, community, and places director Jane Bassingthwaighte said the centre is ideal for independent fitness, as well as teams using No 1 and 2 ovals for training purposes.

A decade long love

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

WHEN Oak Tree Retirement resident Jennifer Buddle walked into Pet Barn, she did not think she was going to purchase another dog.

“I had to put my previous dog down because of cancer – it was horrible,” Jennifer told Dubbo Photo News

She said when she saw Fred in the store, he was full of knots but she knew she wanted to keep him.

“He looked up at me and I looked up at him and said, ‘he’s mine’,” Jennifer said.

“He’s been badly treated so I took

him to obedience classes, and he fitted right in.

“He’s the best little dog.”

Jennifer said Fred’s favourite place to lounge is on her bed.

“He never makes a mess and rarely barks,” she said.

“If he needs to go to the toilet he’ll bark once and that’s it.”

Jennifer is thankful for the company Fred provided while the state was in lockdown.

“If it wasn’t for him, I think I would’ve gone nuts,” she said.

IT’S A RECORD! 

Professional chef Nick DiGiovanni (USA) and Lynn Davis (Japan) are on a roll after achieving two new Guinness World Records titles. Last month, the duo joined forces in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, to attempt the records for the fastest time to fillet a 4.5kg fish and the largest sushi roll (width)

The hefty roll measured a whopping 2.16 metres and required three hours and a team of eight to prepare proving that, in this case, there can never be too many cooks in the kitchen. The team created a gigantic sushi roll weighing about the same as 45,000 regular-sized sushi rolls, using the following ingredients: 907.1kg of well-seasoned sushi rice; 226.7kg of sushi grade salmon; 226.7kg of fresh cucumbers; thousands of sheets of nori; and millions of sesame seeds.

Fred looking at his owner Jennifer Buddle.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Bruno Efoti says an open conversation with someone who really cares about your wellbeing can be a great antidote towards helping alleviate mental health concerns. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

CONGRATULATIONS to Mel Pocknall from Dubbo Photo News for winning the Best Sports Photograph in this year’s Country Press NSW awards.

Mel told DubboPhotoNews he was honoured to be recognised for the work he had done throughout the decade.

“It was a bit of a surprise, of course I’m not in it for the awards, but it’s nice to be recognised,” Mel said.

“I take hundreds of photos and pick the best out, but the (winning) photo itself didn’t stand out to me.

“Throughout all my photographs I always try to put people there, and because of my news background, I try to tell a story with my photos.”

He said that it is a different perception when players are looking through the lens and are running towards him.

Sports editor and friend Geoff Mann has known Mel for more than five decades and regarded him as brilliant to work with.

“I’ve never met a more highly regarded sports photographer in my time – he really has a feel for a photo,” Geoff said.

“He’ll go around and anticipate something by looking around the field for those big money shots.

Geoff also said it’s not always an action shot that at-

tracts his eye to Mel’s work, “He has an eye for a lot of background shots too.

“When we put a piece together, we try to not only cover the ordinary, but the extraordinary.”

With his tongue in cheek, Geoff said Mel does not like to work in rain.

“He’ll always have a look at the weather forecast before we go out, but I’m sure we have a photo of him in the rain somewhere with his coat and camera,” Geoff said.

And while Mel was modest about the photo that ultimately won ‘Best Sports Pho-

tograph’, Geoff is adamant it was award-worthy.

“He really captured the person in the photo and presented a story of a young bloke giving it his all.”

Geoff commended Mel for being a vital part of the Dubbo community with his previous services in the firies.

“He’s captured all aspects of community life – from triumphs to tragedies,” he said.

“People have a lot of trust in him because he understands the sensitivities of a photograph and living in a small town.”

That means Mel will some-

times chooses not to have a photo published.

“Occasionally he’ll take a great photo and say that it is for internal use only.”

The Dubbo Photo News team is grateful to have Mel capture the stars of sport in the Dubbo community.

Best sports photograph of the year! PositionVacant

Warehousing, Storage and Distribution,Transport and Logistics

An opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s largest privately owned progressive agribusinesses in a casual capacity to help assist with the grain harvest season. Harvest for this business is the receival and storage of grains pulses, and oilseeds direct from farmers across the region and then marketed and exported around the world.

Fletcher International needs around 30 casual workers to work grain harvest in Dubbo at the terminal. Jobs include:

There’s absolutely no experience required and heaps of opportunity for over time. We even supply your work boots and uniforms.

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BIRTHDAYS THIS

Nov 3: Roy Emerson, tennis star, 86. Lulu, British singer-actress, 74. Anna Wintour, US magazine editor, 73. Roseanne Barr, US comedienne-actress, 70. Adam Ant British pop singer, 68. Sam Pang , comedian, Have You Been Paying Attention, 49. Gemma Ward, Aussie model, 35. Courtney Barnett, singer-songwriter, 35. Angus McLaren, actor, 34. Ellyse Perry, soccer player, 32. Nov 4: Loretta Swit, US actress, 85. Laura Bush, former US first lady, 76. Rod Marsh, cricketing legend, 75. Jacques Villeneuve, Canadian racing driver, 69. Tony Abbott, former Prime Minister, 65. Tony Burke, federal politician, 53. Matthew McConaughey, US actor, 53. Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs, US rapper, 53. Curtis Stone, chef, 47. Nathan Ross, footy player, 34. Nov 5: Elke Sommer, German-born actress, 82. Art Garfunkel, US musician, 81. Kris Jenner, TV personality, 67. Bryan Adams, Canadian singer, 63. Tatum O’Neal , US actress, 59. Famke Janssen, Dutch actress, 58. Penny Wong , politician, 54. Luke Hemsworth, actor, 41. Kate DeAraugo, singer, 37. Nov 6: Jean Shrimpton, English model, 80. Sally Field, US actress, 76. Graeme Wood, cricketer, 66. Cory Bernardi, former politician, 53. Ethan Hawke, US actor, 52. Rebecca Romijn, US supermodel-actress, 50. Thandie Newton, Zambian actress, 50. Megan Jones, Olympic equestrian, 46. Emma Stone, US actress, 34. Isaah Yeo, Dubbo-born footy player, 28. Nov 7: Helen Garner, novelist, 80. Joni Mitchell , Canadian folk singer, 79. Christopher Knight , Peter on The Brady Bunch, 65. David Guetta , French DJ, 55. Mark Philippoussis , tennis player, 46. Ben Austin, Wellington-born swimming champ, 42. Matt Corby singer-songwriter, 32. Lorde, NZ singer-songwriter, 26. Nov 8: Guus Hiddink , s occer coach, 76. Bonnie Raitt , US singer, 73. Andrew Wilkie, politician, 61. Gordon Ramsay, UK chef, 56. Courtney Thorne-Smith, US actress, 54. Tara Reid, US actress, 47. Brett Lee, cricketer, 46. Brent Webb, footy player, 43. Sam Sparro, performer, 40. Nathan Reardon, cricketer, 38. Nov 9: John Singleton, businessman, 81. Lou Ferrigno US actor, 71. Kevin Andrews, politician, 67. Michael Robotham, crime fiction writer, 62. Pepa , US rapper, 53. Nick Lachey, US musician, 49. Jana Pittman, Aussie athlete, 40. Delta Goodrem, singer-actress, 38.

Delta Goodrem

Dubbo Photo News sports photographer Mel Pocknall won the ‘Best Sports Photograph’ award for a photo he took at a rugby match earlier this year which featured on our back cover. Right: The cover shot that won Best Sports Photograph for Mel Pocknall.

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Because the Dubbo Region is the best place to build your career

FOCUS ON FLETCHERS

Leafy streets to Dubbo sheep meat

By JOHN RYAN

LOUISE Richardson was born and bred in Turramurra Sydney’s leafy North Shore and moved to Dubbo with her children 16 years ago, worked at Fletcher International Exports for the past 15 years and, it all came about by chance.

“Good friends of mine moved to Dubbo and I was coming up here visiting and then I just decided to move because of the lifestyle,” she told Dubbo Photo News

“In Sydney I mainly worked in the cosmetic industry, I worked for Yardley of London and Revlon in department stores, I did a lot of merchandising and that sort of stuff and when I moved here I worked at a motel cleaning rooms but I was looking for a full time job and someone suggested I come out to Fletcher’s and I’ve been here ever since.

“I’ve stayed here because the company has just given me so many opportunities.”

She started as a labourer up in the cold boning room and learnt all the jobs that were required up there, then was asked to move into Quality Assurance, then as an AGAO which was working for the Australian Government and checking off the carcasses to make sure they were fit for human consumption, onto helping run the

Chilled Loadout before Melissa Fletcher tapped her on the shoulder to have a crack at her current role of Specifications Officer.

“What I do is liaise with Export and the Floors and if there’s any issues with products for customers then I’ll fix that,” Louise said, pointing out there’s an awesome amount of responsibility because Fletcher International’s mantra is producing directly to the specifications of so many individual customers and supplying them exactly what they want.

“It’s very important, if we don’t have our customers, then we don’t have a job, we’ve got keep a good rapport with our customers.

“I get here at about 4:30am, we’ll sit down and work out what products we’ll be producing for that day and then we’ll go up on the floors and set up for that.

“I enjoy the challenge and I feel very honoured that I’ve been given the opportunity to do the job that I do, and that the company has seen the potential in me to progress further – the Fletcher family has been a great source of encouragement to me to further myself, more education, gaining skills, development, me broadening my horizons and my whole outlook on life.

Louise said the training and mentorship offered by the company and embedded in its culture

is unsurpassed and explains why so many employees start a job out there and never leave.

“Fletcher’s training programs are absolutely phenomenal, they get excellent teachers and with the age group and the diversity of the people working here, they really spend the time, they explain things well, there’s plenty of oneone one teaching, the learning facility is excellent, it’s absolutely incredible.

Louise said she loves the fact that everyone at the plant is accepted for who they are, with males and females from countries across the world judged simply on their attitude and the job they do, an egalitarian outlook.

“I think that’s very important, particularly in this day and age, the diversity that we have here is incredible. I love working with people from all around the world, absolutely love it. It’s nice to learn all about the cultures of other people as well as being able to help them transition into the Australian lifestyle which is so different for so many of the people who come to work out here,” expressing her passion when it comes to mentoring newer employees coming up through the ranks.

“It’s wonderful to actually have that opportunity to help them flower and progress.”

Healing clients while hairdressing

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

CUTTING her doll’s hair from the age of four, Kylie Harris noticed her passion ignite for hairdressing.

Being in the hairdressing industry since she was 16, Kylie is celebrating the 25th year anniversary of running her own salon by moving location and coinciding that with her healing venture.

Snip-Its Salon and Inspired Wellbeing are two separate businesses with the model of listening to and helping people.

Commencing an interest in neurolinguistic programming and hypnotics in 2003, Kylie is looking forward to growing her second interest.

“We’ve got new machinery that uses modern scientific technology to help people work through their problems and their issues,” Kylie told Dubbo Photo News

“I want to offer this as well as hairdressing.

“When you listen to peo-

ple all day, people come in with different highs and lows and it’s nice to help people go through their journey.

“I love inspiring people to grow – that’s also why I became a life coach and a counsellor.”

Once Kylie received her counselling accreditation from the Australian Institute of Counselling, she became intrigued with other strategies of healing.

“In hairdressing, people often tell you about their personal worries and you want to see them grow and make them feel better about themselves, but also allow them to help themselves,” Kylie said.

“Once I started the counselling journey, I only realised then how good it was to really be able to listen to someone and acknowledge where they are at.

“I love the idea of helping everyone, but I don’t push my hairdressing clients to try healing techniques if they are not interested.”

Kylie says she is content with

the variety between hairdressing and healing and does not see herself shifting her focus to one occupation yet.

“I could potentially, in 10 years or so, but at the moment I don’t see it in the near future, I love hairdressing and am still very passionate about it,” she said.

“My clients really are amazing to me.

“I’ve been through my own trials and tribulations and my clients have been my rock throughout it all.

“They’re my sanctuary that I go to so it will probably be a balancing act for a while.

“Hairdressing is my playtime, while the other stuff is more serious – it’s nice to have fun one minute and shift the next.”

Kylie described her salon’s clientele as a mixed variety saying she does children’s hair through to creating fashion colours.

“I’m very fortunate that I can do both hairdressing and healing,” she said.

DUBBO WORKS is highlighting the excellent career and learning opportunities the Dubbo region offers. DUBBO WORKS is a community-building initiative brought to you by Fletcher International Exports and Dubbo Photo News. To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@dubbophotonews.com.au phone 6885 4433.

Kylie Harris is pursuing two different roles in her current career – one role is in hairdressing, the other is in healing and wellbeing.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Louise Richardson says moving from Sydney's North Shore and swapping the cosmetics industry for her career at Fletcher International Exports has been a fantastic decision. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Shiny opportunity for dental care in the bush

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

WITH more than 17 years of experience in the dental industry, Warrick Edwards recently purchased the Delroy Park Dental Care and made it his own.

Mr Edwards said that as a dental practitioner the past few months have been crucial to gain trust from already established clients the practice had.

“It is much better now, but at first it was hard to get trust,” Mr Edwards said.

“Being a Dubbo local myself, I think patients can see that I’m giving back to the community.

“Country people have limit-

ed access to health care services, and I want to provide good dentistry for those in need.”

Edwards began his dental career working as a dental assistant in 2004 while studying at university and has gradually worked his way up.

Throughout his career he has received the opportunity to teach accredited and non-accredited dental courses for the state government and other training institutes.

Mr Edwards hopes to operate a van and travel to provide dental care to patients in remote locations.

“I want to give people the same services no matter where

they live and to communities who can’t drive into town,” he said.

“People can’t travel to Sydney for quality dental care.”

He assured the van would be a practical solution to provide outreach services.

“It’s quite easy to set up and it’s becoming very common,” Mr Edwards said.

“I’m hoping I can organise it within the next six to 12 months.”

Mr Edwards said he would need further financial support to operate the dental van.

“Like I said before – it’s about helping people and giving back to the community,” he said. Dental practitioner Warrick Edwards PHOTO: SUPPLIED

management systems.

DRC offers a variety of flexible working arrangements, learning and development opportunities, generous leave allowances and has an active Social Club.

Closing Date: 9am, Monday, November 7, 2022

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Council’s Executive Officer Infrastructure – 6801 4812

EMERGENCY

NEWS OPINION AND ANALYSIS

by JOHN RYAN

No pets injured. Humans also all okay!

NO-ONE was injured when the awning at a North Dubbo veterinarian’s partially collapsed in the middle of one afternoon last week.

It appears three of the four braces holding the awning to the facade of the building gave way, with just a single steel rod keeping the structure from a total collapse.

Locals were warned to avoid the area while builders propped the structure up with Acrow props to make the site safe.

Disappointing prognosis for Newell Highway

AN alert from the ubiquitous Transport for NSW came into my inbox at about deadline time on Tuesday.

It said, “Motorists are advised of potential changed traffic conditions on the Newell Highway between Parkes and Forbes following heavy rain in the past 24 hours. Transport for NSW is continuing to monitor road conditions but has warned the highway could be closed to all traffic from mid-afternoon of Tuesday 1 November if conditions deteriorate further.”

The fact that this is even a possibility – the main inland highway between Melbourne and Brisbane potentially closing because of some rain – is a shocking indictment on the failed infrastructure in this nation.

The media alert continued:

“Transport for NSW is committed to maintaining Newell Highway access wherever possible, implementing measures to keep the highway open to appropriate traffic for as long as it remains

safe, especially as several other key roads in the area are already closed.”

Yeah, committed to nice words but not committed to planning a building a decent Newell Highway in the first place.

Adding to the dramas, south of Forbes the Newell Highway remains closed to all traffic near Back Creek, with diversions in place. Talk about a Third World nation when it comes to our major regional roads.

Dubbo’s not so bad!

IN our ongoing series spruiking the positives of Dubbo, we often look at what’s going on in other parts of the state to show that, (a) all crime isn’t confined to our city, and (b) some pretty serious stuff happens elsewhere.

Police media has told me that a man has been charged with the attempted murder of a police officer in Murwillumbah.

A sergeant was patrolling the town and noticed a man and an injured woman walking along a street and when he stopped to check on the woman’s welfare, it turned out the male had an outstanding warrant.

The bloke allegedly attempted to flee, running towards a nearby creek with the officer giving chase before a struggle ensued.

Police will allege in court that during the struggle, the man forcibly held the officer’s head under water.

A member of the public intervened, freeing the officer and assisted to restrain the man, before the officer was able to affect the arrest.

Additional police arrived a short time later and the 33-yearold Queensland man was taken to Tweed Heads Police Station, where he was charged with attempted murder.

The sergeant was taken to Murwillumbah Hospital for treatment to water on the lungs. He has since been released from hospital to recover at home.

Local police will review the actions of the member of the public who came to the aid of police, with a view to make recommendations to formally acknowledge his assistance.

Horrible things can happen all over, because there are horrible people ALL over.

I’m sick of people jumping on social media and talking about local crimes with remarks such as ‘only in Dubbo’. What a load of unmitigated crap. Bad people do bad things no matter where they live, and those people are unfortunately spread out amongst the general population.

But there are plenty of good people as well, you only have to look at the actions of the member of the public who stepped in to potentially save the life of the police sergeant to understand that, and generally, the good massively outweighs the bad.

FRNSW Region West Station Leaders Conference

FIRE and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) leaders from across regional NSW met in Dubbo for the Region West Leadership Conference and were able to make good use of the city’s RFS Training Academy.

Captains, Deputy Captains, Station Officers and Senior firefighting staff from came together to learn about and contribute too, new FRNSW initiatives and contribute to the direction of FRNSW in Region West.

With Region West being one of the largest professional firefighting Directorates in the world, Station representatives came from Singleton, 100km from the Pacific Ocean, from Broken Hill, near the South Australian border, Wentworth on the Victorian border, to Lightning Ridge near the Queensland border. Attendees stayed in the purpose-built accommodation and made use of the onsite catering for lunches and breakfast.

Former Dubbo firie, now Deputy Commissioner Field Operation Jeremy Fewtrell, addressed both days and staff were able to meet and get to know newly promoted Assistant Commissioner Regional Operations Cheryl Steer.

Participants were run through the helicopter simulation and were able to, through the magic of virtual reality, coordinate Large Air Tanker (LAT) drops

onto bushfires from the sky. Continuing the Virtual reality theme, instructors were able to have willing volunteers attack house fires, grass fires and plane fires from the safety of the lecture room using the VR goggles, a tremendous way to not only simulate emergencies safely, but a way to allow everyone to take turns at various leadership roles and do it in an extremely cost-effective manner.

Chief Superintendent Gary Barber said Dubbo firefighter trainer Scott Habgood put the fire simulation training system to good use.

“The Regional and Remote leaders were able to use firsthand, advancements FRNSW is making in providing training for their teams,” Supt Barber told Dubbo Photo News

“Having flown in the RFS helicopter simulator, participants were then shown the variety, and uses of FRNSW RPAS (Drones).

“The Aviation Team was able to highlight to the crews the uses of these vital tools and the benefit the wider regional communities’ gains by FRNSW having them in Regional NSW.”

The gathering was the perfect opportunity for western firies to be recognised, with medal presentations made to National Medal and Long Service and Good Conduct Medal recipients, along with recognising the promotion of many staff to Deputy Captain, Captain, Station Officer, Inspector and Superintendent positions.

The Dinner for the event was hosted at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitors centre with Assistant Commissioner Cheryl Steer the guest speaker. She was also able to recognise special guest Deputy Captain Peter Ryan, from Dubbo Fire Station, and his wife Lucy.

Peter has just retired after 50 years and four months service to the community of NSW.

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Council’s annual kerbside clean-up service for collection of bulky rubbish has now concluded for Dubbo Urban Zone 1. Collection commenced on Monday 31 October for Dubbo Urban Zone 2.

The clean-up collections will be conducted over one week in each zone.

View conditions of use, zone areas, and collection dates at dubbo.nsw.gov.au/bulkyrubbish

REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE

Join Dubbo Regional Council on Friday 11 November 2022 from 10:45am at the War Memorial Cenotaph located in Victoria Park, Dubbo.

Some road closures will be in place from 10:15am, for approximately one hour, to all vehicular traffic (except authorised vehicles) on Friday 11 November 2022.

Find out more about the service and road closures at dubbo.nsw.gov.au/remembrance

DRAFT NORTH-WEST

RELEASE AREA PRECINCT PLAN

Council has prepared a draft Precinct Plan for the North-West Urban Release Area located on the north-western fringe of the Dubbo urban area.

Feedback can be submitted until close of business 5pm, Wednesday 16 November 2022.

Have your say by the deadline at dubbo.nsw.gov.au/public-exhibition

The Season Launch, sponsored by Kings Hall Jewellers, is a 60 minute sneak preview of the exciting line-up of shows carefully curated for the DRTCC 2023 Season program.

The event will be held at 1pm on Sunday 27 November, at Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre.

Tickets can be purchased online at https://bit.ly/3yGiEnH

The Dubbo Photo News column dedicated to the hard work of our emergency services personnel.

BULKY RUBBISH COLLECTION

2023 SEASON LAUNCH EVENT

Above: The helicopter simulator was a hit for these firefighters, the device enabling them to practise fighting large blazes from the air, all without the expense and danger of having to leave the ground. Inset: This virtual reality simulator allows instructors to show how to operate the latest equipment in a safe, easy and inexpensive manner. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

No-one was injured when an awning partially collapsed in North Dubbo last week.

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Advice for the right career path

By JOHN RYAN

SETTING out on the right path after leaving school can be critically important for many students to ensure they get the best start in life with no wasted time in between.

Next month the Central West Leadership Academy is staging ‘Our Aspire Event’ aimed at opening students’ eyes to their own potential so they can begin looking to connect with the amazing and vibrant industries in this area, partnering with Macquarie Anglican Grammar School and Dubbo Christian School.

Academy principal Mandi Randell says educators involved want students to be inspired to invest in themselves and consider a wide range of aspirational ideas for their career trajectory.

“All three schools are dedicated to building their students’ personal potential and being a talent pipeline for Dubbo’s future,” she said.

The goal of the event is to facilitate opportunities for students to learn about

the myriad of career possibilities available to them, right here in the Dubbo region, explore skills, industries and pathways possibilities to expand their horizons and engage with members of the broader community as a networking opportunity.

The event will incorporate practical hands on/interactive activities, demonstrations and con-

versations to engage and inspire, increase curiosity and encourage further exploration of possible pathways.

The schools are putting out the call to local businesses, agencies and organisations who may wish to participate by partnering in the event to gain exposure to the work and career opportunities they may have.

Partner organisations can set up Exploration Stations which will provide hands-on practical activities/demonstrations and conversations as appropriate for the organisation.

It’s anticipated there will be 24 - 30 separate station areas and the format will work on each activity/demonstration being 15 minutes in length, with students rotating

Emelia Hosking and Samson Vadakanchery with Academy International Baccalaureate Andrew Diessel. Emelia: "I'm interested in the area of aeronautical engineering and this opportunity will help me to discover more about possible careers in that area and maybe others I haven't thought about." Samson: "I'm looking to understand what I need to do to become who I want to be. This will inspire me to work hard."

around stations during designated blocks of time throughout the day.

There will also be a Q&A panel during the course of the day where students can ask questions of participating organisations.

All students will receive a tote bag to take home with them at the end of the event, which is aimed at students currently studying in Years 7, 8 and 9.

Aspire – Partnering with the Future will be staged at Dubbo RSL theatrette and function spaces on Friday, December 2, from 9:30am–2:30pm.

New skill program to support staff shortages

DUBBO high school graduates will be given an opportunity to commence free training to gain skills for summer jobs to assist with labour shortages in hospitality, construction, and early childhood education industries.

Minister for Skills and Training Alister Henskens said the Summer Skills program will deliver 4000 free courses to kick start future careers.

“This program is helping people boost their budget by slashing course costs, so that young people can get the skills they need for the jobs they want,” Mr Henskens said.

“It will also help businesses address labour shortages so they can employ more people to have a bumper summer.”

The program through TAFE NSW and other registered training programs will be available for people between 16 to 24 who have left school.

Milly and me

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

OAK Tree Retirement resident Beth Bradford and her 13-year-old furry companion Milly have many memories together.

“She’s very lovely and get’s along with everybody,” Beth told Photo News

Beth takes Milly to get groomed a few times a year, especially in the lead up to summer.

“She’s very spoilt, she gets hair cuts and a pedicure,” she said.

Beth adopted Milly from the local pound after seeing her lay on concrete.

“I knew that I couldn’t just leave her there,” Beth said.

“She’s very beautiful and has a lovely nature.”

Beth recommends future pet owners should research animal adoption from shelters before purchasing pets.

“People don’t realise how much feeling and love dogs have to give,” she said.

“I feel bad for people who don’t like dogs or any animals really.

“I love her – she’s like our child.”

...inspiring locals

13-year-old Milly having fun at Oak Tree Retirement. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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BELIEVE IT... OR NOT

No Pinball Wizards!

Pinball was banned in most major American cities from the early 1940s to the mid-1970s because it was considered a game of chance and, therefore, gambling.

86 cycles around the sun

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

IF you have been reading Dubbo Photo News for the past few years, you may be familiar with Evan Elliott who extends his cycling target by the milestone of his age.

To celebrate his 86th birthday last week, Evan cycled 88 km because he forgot to turn his Strava calculator on for the first two kilometres.

Evan localised his journey by riding around town and the town loop and catching up with his friends for a coffee break during the ride.

“I ended up riding 88 km so people who follow me on Strava wouldn’t think that I cheated and did not do the full 86 km,” Evan told Dubbo Photo News

His passion started in 1991 when he rode from Dubbo to Sydney fundraising for the Bible Society.

“I’ve always wanted to ride from Dubbo to Sydney but didn’t know how to do it,” he said.

“A fellow from church told me he was doing the ride, but it was too late for me to get started so I told him to tell me next year if he was interested so I can get a bike and train.

“After that I trained with other locals and did the Nyngan to Dubbo race and it really just progressed from there.

“I’ve competed in every state and territory across Australia

now.”

At Evan’s age he realises the importance of exercise and the movement of his muscles.

“If you don’t exercise, you’ll lose the ability that you have,” he said.

Before Evan began cycling, he used to jog but said the movement of the light run would add pressure to his joints.

“I enjoy riding, except for the magpies – I don’t enjoy them,” he said.

“God’s given me good health and I intend to keep going until I can’t anymore.

“I don’t know whether I’ll get much further than 86 km, I might have a heart attack and drop off tomorrow,” Evan said.

Evan rides five mornings a week, averaging between 40 to 50 km a ride.

“The 88 km was hard work, but I finished it in just under four hours,” he said.

Since commencing his cycling journey three decades ago, Evan has ridden more than 433,600 km on his bike and 176,500 km since his hip replacement.

“I hope to get to half a million,” he said.

“I’ve been doing it for a while that it has now become a part of my life.

Evan recommends everyone to take up some sort of exercise whether it is participating in sport for walking.

A man and his

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Crain is a father of two dogs and one cat and grew up with several sheep dogs on a farm.

David loves the company of his furry friends and says they are very obedient.

He confirms the importance of having animals at his age as they add an element of joy into his day.

“They’re very good company and want to be involved in everything you do,” David told Dubbo Photo News

He says he often walks his dogs

“They all go where I go – on drives too.

“When the car comes through the gate they start barking because they can recognise the sound of the car.”

His cat Coco cleans the faces and fur of the two dogs.

“I went to Pet Barn to see the strays they had and there were a dozen cats who all turned their heads away, but Coco started hitting her head to get my attention,” he said.

“The pets get along so well.”

David Crain with Lucky and Rusty, two of his three dogs.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Evan Elliott celebrating his 86th birthday in full gear riding for 88 km around Dubbo’s outskirts. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

WELLINGTON NEWS

Riding into a Wello Christmas

By JOHN RYAN

ON Saturday, December 10, Central West Riders SMC will be having a toy run for the Wellington community starting from the town’s PCYC in Gobolion St, Wellington at 10:30am. Organiser Darrell Harvey said the ride along the main

street will be followed with another stop at the PCYC for the donation of the toys.

“There will be a free barbecue and community day organised by the Wellington PCYC and Communities for Children, all riders are welcome,” Mr Harvey told DubboPhotoNews

“Riders from Dubbo can meet

TIME OUT AT THE SOLDIERS CLUB

By COLIN ROUSE

at Devil’s Hollow Brewery, leaving at 9:30am.

“Non-riders who would like to donate can leave toys at the Wellington PCYC. Before Covid stopped everything, we did our first toy ride in Gilgandra, now we’re endeavouring to do one in a different small town in the district every year.”

AFTER 11 years of community service in Cameron Park the Rotary Club of Wellington will be setting up stalls on Percy Street to prepare for all weather events.

Market coordinator Emily Falson said the internal roads in Cameron Park are unusable after recent weather conditions and the lack of shelter does not accommodate for the unpredictable weather.

“It’s really sad to say goodbye as we’ve been there for a long time, but it’s getting really difficult for people to drive their cars and park on the roads inside the park,” Ms Falson told Dubbo Photo News

lington Arts Gallery and south along Percy Street.

“The rotary barbecue van will be tucked behind the Wellington Arts Gallery on Percy Street, and the Kalma Coffee van will be placed on a footpath nearby,” Ms Falson said.

“All the businesses are actually really excited to have us on board because it means they’ll get more business throughout the day.

“Dubbo Regional Council has approved this option and all relevant businesses on Percy Street are behind the idea.

The Central West Riders SMC is one of the region's most active charities. The members pictured volunteering during this year's Dubbo Motorbike Rally. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

The Rotary Club of Wellington is moving their market stalls to Percy Street. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

FRIENDS and family were enjoying themselves at the Wellington Soldiers Club recently when Photo News dropped by.

Left: Ronnie May, Teletha Williams, Paula Taylor, Megan Humphries

Right: Sharlene Gray and Matilda Bell

Left: James and Teena Smith

Right: Kristy Hill, John Newman, Tarahnee Kelly

Right: Birthday celebrations: Sharlene Gray, Helena Stanley, Gillian Bell, Tarahnee Kelly, Hayley Trindall and Jacky-Lyn Ryan

Dee Jay, Sammy Hill, Tyrese Newman, Brian Baxter and Taylor Cubby

NEWS EXTRA 50 years of Australian memories

By TIJANA BIRDJAN

AFTER being exiled from their country and given 90 days to leave, Chandra, Urmila Pandya, and their children had no place to call home.

In August 1972, the President of Uganda, Idi Amin expelled more than 50,000 Asians, who were mostly Indian Ugandans, into leaving the country.

Now the Pandya family will be celebrating their 50-year anniversary of living in Australia on November 1.

“We didn’t know where to go, I had a British passport, but the British Government wanted the head of the family (the husband and father) to have a passport, so we weren’t allowed to go there,” Urmila told Dubbo Photo News

An Australian consular visited Uganda but wasn’t permitted to relocate an influx of families to Australia.

“We gave him our details on Friday and Tuesday morning he told us our papers were approved and told us we were moving to Australia,” she said.

“We didn’t know where to go – we were lost and bewildered.”

The Pandya family packed their bags and travelled to Australia with their 14-year-old son and 11-year-old daughter while their oldest son was studying in England.

“At the airport we didn’t know where we were going or what we were doing,” Urmila said.

“Luckily a few Anglican Ministers came to pick us up – that was very kind of them.”

The family resided in an immigrant hostel in Sydney for 11 days before being offered to relocate to Narromine for a work opportunity.

Chandra was offered a position as a maths teacher at a high school in Narromine.

“I was a primary school teacher in Uganda, but my qualifications weren’t recognised here so they said I would need to go to Sydney and do a course again,” Urmila said.

Her husband graduated with a Bachelor of Education, while Urmila graduated with a diploma.

“I couldn’t just leave to go to Sydney at that time, and online courses we’re not available back then,” she said.

After meeting a friend at the local supermarket, Urmila was offered a secretary position for a business in Narromine.

The family moved to Dubbo a few years later when Urmila started a job which was located in the town.

After the hardships of new beginnings and leaving their memories in Uganda, Urmila began to appreciate Australia.

“At the start it was very difficult for us as we were separated from our friends, relatives, and all of our cultural activities – we couldn’t do any of those things here,” Urmila said.

“When we first moved, I thought that once my children became older and had their own families, I would go back to India to live with my parents, but that didn’t happen.

“People really accepted us.

“They had never seen Indian’s before so whoever came to see us brought us gifts, like plates, knives and forks, anything to help us out.”

The same friend who offered Urmila a job introduced her to another Indian lady she met.

“That was very good, we became very good friends,” she said.

“Now there are so many Indians here and other nationalities so it’s great.

“We also take part in Australian holidays like Christmas.

“Our great grandchildren get so excited by the tree and decorations.”

Urmila addressed that her children struggled to make friends initially, but once they settled down, they liked the environment.

“In a way it was overwhelming but pleasing at the same time – we went without so many things, but we made it work,” Urmila said.

“When our son finished his HSC, he was offered a scholarship.

“Australia is a place where if you work hard, you can achieve so much.

“There are equal opportunities for everyone.”

Urmila said she and her husband could not afford to purchase their son a bike to ride in Sydney, so he relied on public transport.

“It has all worked out well,” she said.

“Now we’re true blue Australians.”

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

Urmila and Chandra Pandya about to celebrate their 50th anniversary of living in Australia.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Fostering that flexes to fit your family

SOME people begin their foster care journey by offering regular periods of care for a child who already has a permanent placement with a foster family. Called respite care, it gives people a break from full-time caring while expanding children’s support networks. It can be a one-off arrangement, or maybe for one weekend a month. Kirsty, a regular Uniting respite carer, explains that children who need respite care “become part of your crew and come along to everyday activities like bush walks and dinners at friends’ houses.”

Leigh’s been a respite foster carer with Uniting for close to 3 years, currently for 13-yearold Noah. Keen to give back in their community, she and her partner both work full-time, so they could only commit to respite care. Leigh explains, “It gives children a chance to look forward to a change of pace and environment, and shows them they have a ‘whole village’ that cares about them.” Noah comes to Leigh’s place once a month for the weekend and for a few days during the school holidays.

Another fostering option is emergency care at short notice,

With an urgent need for carers in Dubbo, it’s time to consider these flexible fostering options and make a real difference in

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With Uniting’s flexible care options, you can foster your way – maybe for a weekend or a week at a time – to fit your lifestyle and your circumstances. We value diversity and welcome everyone, exactly as they are. You’ll have access to our 24/7 hotline, tailored training and expert advice, plus you’ll receive a non-taxable allowance to support each child.

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8 Who played James Bond in 1971’s Diamonds are Forever?

9 From which part of the UK is singer Dame Shirley Bassey (pictured)?

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By JOHN RYAN

Ian English lives on the South Coast, just north of Wollongong and his naviga tor, the Blue Mountains, and when their modified Datsun 240Z broke down in Dubbo while on a charity rally, he said the community rallied behind them.

“We had a slight mishap, a few items going astray, we’re running sophisticat ed, old carby’s, and they didn’t play nicely for the first couple of days so we started trying to get some fixes in Coonabarabran, limped across to Dubbo to get some parts in so we can re-join the rally somewhere between Broken Hill and Griffith,” Mr English told Dubbo Photo News.

“It has a 100-litre fuel tank and it uses fuel exceptional ly well.”

The high-performance sports car was set up to generate high-performance fundraising for the trek4kidz but this 240Z, originally equipped with twin-SU car by’s as standard, has been

fitted with a set of triple 45 Webers topping off a fairly worked engine.

“The rally is Trek for Kidz (trek4kidz), it’s supporting the Starlight Foundation, we’ve been doing it for 25 years. Trek for Kidz is a completely volunteer organisation so nothing we raise is used to run the event, we’re all volunteers and we’re up to almost $275,000 this year alone and we donate the whole lot to Starlight,” he said.

“Starlight Foundation provides rooms in hospitals, totally volunteer, totally self-funded, everything is charity-based, no govern ment funding.

“The Foundation does absolutely terrific work for kids – I’m fortunate, three kids, no issues but a lot of the guys who are on the rally have lost children, or had kids through the process so they’re very, very closely attached to the importance of raising funds and it’s the sort of thing where you see a kid go into a hospital and the problems that they have

and you see what Starlight does, it just raises them out of it, it just changes the atmosphere from a hospital to an exciting day and takes their minds off what they’re going through, it really helps.”

Mr English said everyone they’d encountered in Dub bo had wanted to help, from motels, the people trying to source parts and get them delivered and everyone in between.

“People have been fantastic and that’s one of the things about doing runs for charity, it doesn’t matter where you go, if you need something, people are really helpful.”

When this exotic and heavily modified Datsun 240Z broke down in Dubbo during a charity rally for the Starlight Foundation, owner Ian English said locals rallied around to help get it fixed. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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IN FOCUS

THE THUMBS

Thumbs Up to Origin Energy for emailing and texting me my bill.

Thumbs Down to drivers who don’t seem to be able to show the common courtesy to use a blinker when changing lanes or turning a corner. Ditto for drivers who speed through town, or otherwise drive dangerously. It’s a sign of the times that there are too may angry people at the moment, but please don’t take out your anger on other drivers – which endangers everyone..

Thumbs Up to the lovely ladies at the Dubbo Library who spent part of two days helping me to submit an online job application.

Thumbs Up to the Woolworths employee who found my lost handbag and gave it to the service desk at Orana Mall on Monday, October 24. They didn’t touch a thing!

Thumbs Up to Dubbo Hospital and all the staff there. I don’t know why people bad mouth the hospital, my experience was amazing. I had a heart attack and the cardiology ward was amazing, everything is so well run. I can’t thank you enough. Once the cardiology ward is fully operational next year, no one will have to be transported to Sydney anymore.

Thumbs Up to Hope and the girls at the Roundabout Coff ee Shop for always having a friendly smile and providing a good service.

Thumbs Up to my friend Jacqui, who has been to hell and back over the last couple of years and deserves to hear these words; ‘We love you JJ. You rock!’

Thumbs Up to the teachers at Dubbo College South Campus who are so dedicated, clearly love what they do and go over and above their duties to support our kids. Thank you.

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HATS OFF TO HARD WORKERS

TO celebrate World Teacher’s Day at Orana Heights, the students took their hats off to support this year’s theme of ‘hats off to teachers’. Teachers are well loved in the community, and it is vital to have a

day to honour the work they put in.

Pictured: Orana Heights’ students taking their hats off to celebrate their teachers. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

CWA AGM at Gil

By HILDA NEWSTEAD

GILGANDRA CWA’s October Meeting and AGM was held earlier this month and president Rebekah Makila opened the meeting and welcomed members and guests.

The CWA Motto was read, apologies and minutes of the last meeting were acknowledged and this was followed with business arising, correspondence and emails.

All reports were well received.

Activities at the Gilgandra CWA Rooms were discussed.

The two-hour Stepping On program will commence for seven weeks at the rooms and the aim of the program is to reduce falls, increase confidence, and give people the tools to remain active.

This is a free program and is open to anyone who is over 65 years of age.

The CWA Windmill Yarners will commence their weekly workshop.

There was a discussion around participation in the Christmas Wonderland event and members also spoke

about the up-coming community garden, along with talk about the driver training skills program which gives safe driving skills for life.

The AGM was chaired by Denise Quealy and the 2023 office bearers were elected, with Rebekah Makila elected as president, Jennifer White

as secretary, Julie Sawley as treasurer, Hilda Newstead as vice-president. Also stepping up were Helen Oates as International, Rebekah Makila doubled up as The Land Cookery, Madeline Foran as Ag and Environment and Hilda Newstead as Publicity Officer.

Dubbo Photo News is a member of Country Press NSW which has been representing the

Back row, Julie Sawley, Jennifer White and Rebekah Makila, front row, Hilda Newstead, Helen Oates and Karen Marshall, all enjoying the camaraderie at Gilgandra CWA’s Annual General Meeting. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Friends Camilla Ward and Sharon Quill are hosts of a radio show on DCFM 88.9 called The Cam and Shaz Show featuring the Goodens.

The show is about kindness, community and connection, celebrating the values and people (the Goodens) who make the Dubbo region great.

As volunteer radio program hosts they are spreading the word about locals volunteering their time, money and efforts to keep the Dubbo community strong.

Where did the idea for The Cam and Shaz Show come from?

The idea had been ruminating for some time. We wanted to do something that enhanced the promotion of all the wonderful things across our region and we wanted to have fun with it.

The show reflects our friendship and our lives, from the work we do to how we support our community and how we like to play. There’s no pretence –we banter, sing, and laugh and love

bringing others along for the ride. So, when we heard DCFM 88.9-Dubbo’s Community Radio was looking for local presenters, we knew it was our time to shine...

Why did you choose to celebrate kindness, connection and community?

Why not!? There’s plenty of talk about the other stuff. We just want to raise the vibe, and it’s how we roll anyways.

Why is it important to advocate for people who do good things in the community?

There are people in our community that are doing amazingly caring things that make our region a better place to be.

We want everyone to know about these ‘Goodens’ and hopefully be inspired –and support!

Who are some examples of Goodens you’ve talked about?

We talk about all kinds of people across our region, and we nominate a Gooden of the Week every show based on Kindness, Community and Connection. Do either of you volunteer in other capacities?

This is currently our volunteering role

CAMILLA WARD

The Cam and Shaz Show hosts

and we put our hands up where we can, like for example the upcoming Under Western Skies.

What do you get out of volunteering?

It’s fun! You always end up meeting new people in the community and experiencing new things. Plus, you get to take the focus off yourself and give.

What’s also cool is it doesn’t have to involve a lot of time to make a difference.

If someone wants to nominate a Gooden of the Week for your show, how do they get in touch?

Contact us!! Either via the DCFM Facebook Page or email: camshaz88.9@gmail.com

When does The Cam and Shaz Show air?

You can hear us on Sundays at 5pm and the show is repeated on Thursday, 7pm.

We are busy mums and businesswomen, so we prerecord the show during the week.

Is there anything else you’d like to add?

Listen to us to find out about sooo many of the good things in our region. Be kind to yourselves and each other.

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Olga (little black panther) 6 year old domestic cat. “Hurry Up Mum. Where’s my breakfast?” By Anthea Dentrines

Joshua & Bluey the Blue tongue lizard. By Cathy Palmer

Loki. Breed unknown. “As mischievous as his name suggests”. By Gavin Mitchell

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Bentley, mini dachshund. “Dinner time!“ By Pauline Potts

Pheobe, Domestic Cat 16 years. “I like it up here. Can I stay please Mum?” By Anthea Dentrines

Gracie (Loppy), Domestic cat 16 years.

can sit here all day. I love watching TV.” By Anthea Dentrines

Blossom , long haired cat. “Ready to settle for the night on Mum’s doona.” By Sandra Bunting

Mischka , female Labrador. Christmas 2021. By Susan Byers

Jasper, Seal Point Birman. Christmas Day 2021. By Susan Byers

Mindy, Long Haired Domestic Cat. “Do I really need another photo taken?” By Ros Roche

Ace, Jack Russell. “SUN’S OUT, TONGUES OUT”. By Sally Hibbard

Peaches , Mini Dachshund. All ready for a cuddly sleep. By Claire Yeo

Frank , Mini Dachshund. Posing for the camera. By Claire Yeo

Luna (black) Frank (white), Staff y x. Frank is done dealing with his sister (Siblings Love). By Jasmine Ellis

Miss Maggie, Blue Heeler. Outstanding companion, farm dog and snake alert dog, 13 years young. By Jane Burgess

Chloe the dachshund patiently waiting for dinner. By Joan Clare

Chester the Beagle. Getting ready for Christmas with his very first toy. By Joan Clare

Eddie, rescue (believed to be husky x kelpie). From the pound to the palace. By Abigail Nash

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Molly, Border Collie x Kelpie. “Those eyes!” By Shallon Cooper

Aloyisius, dreaming of the “Yelpy Kelpie” adventures! By Julia Mclaughlin

Brock, Border Collie x Kelpie. “Throw the ball already!” By Shallon Cooper

Oakley, Greyhound.Lazying in the Talbragar River. By Philippa Searle

Bella, Greyhound. Best seat in the house. By Phillipe Searle

Sunday, Silkie cross Hamburg hen. just chillin’. By Phillipa Searle

PETS MONTH PHOTO COMPETITION

Tessa . Beautiful black Labrador watching over her mate while he takes a nap.

By Joan Morrison

Billy, Foxy x. I’m not spoilt, I’m well loved. By Donna Drayton

Ottie, Domestic Longhair. “Celebrating my birthday.” By Courtney Triplett

Jemima , Cocker Spaniel. Enjoying the sun between the clouds. By Karen James

Buzz , Tri Border Collie. “My name is Buzz but they call me Lord Buzzington.” By Tanya Woods

Chester (Chet), Blue cattle dog. By John

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Roxy, Chihuahua. Just another day watching the birds on dad’s chair. By Kiera McNair Saturday, Australian White Cross sheep ‘Saturday’ checking up on his cousin’s table manners. By Barbara Whitton

Buddy, Kelpie x Huntaway. ”Pat me!” By Montanna McNair

Max , Greyhound and Jax , Cattle dog. By Carol Lawrence

Tupac , Pug. “Wedding ready.” By Terri Skuthorpe

Collie, Merino cross bred. Eenjoying the sunset before the rain. By Paige Lesslie

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Rocky, Border Collie x Maltese. “Working class man.” By Amy Middleton

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Rosie, Chihauhua. “Can you please play throw the rope.” By Joanne Pearson

Happy Little Halloweeners

PLOUGHMAN’S Rest Tavern

Wongarbon turned into a Little Shop of Horrors for their spooky Halloween Disco.

As the photos show, the costumes and makeup were fantastic, and the little horrors were having a great time.

Well done to the Ploughman’s Rest Tavern team, they know how to throw a fun event.

Halloween 2022 at Ploughman’s Tavern Wongarbon.

Cameron Astill and Billi – Lee Hall

Jet Williams and Michelle Spencer

Cali and Brooklyn Dowton

Cameron Astill and Taleigha Canham

Carter and Jake TowneyHudson Miller and Squirt Eade

Olivia Tracey and Maddie McInnes

Logan, Dustin, Aleena and Erin Eade

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Rock School Rock

Photos by KEN SMITH

MACQUARIE Conservatorium’s first Rock School Holiday Workshop was a great success, with 14 young musicians forming four bands.

They were mentored by an inspiring team of local band musicians –James Collingridge and Ian Davis, who are also Conservatorium teachers, with guest tutors Clinton Hoy and Simon Allen from local band “Raptor County”.

A P.A was supplied by SOMAD (Songwriters & Original Musicians Association Dubbo Inc) for

the students Rock Show Showcase performance on Friday, October 7.

Each of the four bands performed cover songs and originals that they had written during the workshop, serving them up to an enthusiastic audience of family and friends.

The word is that all who took part are keen to take part in another Rock School holiday workshop, so plans are underway to run it again.

If you know of someone who might be interested, give Macquarie Conservatorium a call and get on the list.

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So much to Celebrate –Dubbo RSL turns 75

Photos by KEN SMITH

DUBBO RSL has turned 75 and it was time to celebrate seven-and-ahalf decades of many achievements and so much more, we were told, is on the drawing board.

A big night and a fantastic catch up with many former staff returning.

The RSL staff did an amazing job, the auditorium was party ready and a fantastic array of photos and displays told the story of Dubbo RSL’s 75 years of achievements.

Barry and Beth Grady

Robyn Brien and Sandy ReidBack, Greg Salmon, Front, Gail Warner and Jennifer Salmon

Former Dubbo RSL president John Millar and current Dubbo RSL president Jeff Caldbeck with the 75th Birthday Cake

Guests gathered to celebrate in the Dubbo RSL Auditorium General Manager Gus Lico and the Dubbo RSL Board of Directors

Cate and Greg Russell with Clint Grose and CEO RSL & Services Club Association Margot Smith

Marg and Colin Rootes with Matt Dover

Jenet and Wayne Stewart with Colin Rootes

The Dubbo RSL Rock N Rollers

Gus Lico (Secretary / Manager 2014 – present) with Geoffrey Holland (Secretary / Manager 1998 – 2013)

Permission to Shine

Photos by KEN SMITH

SOME days leave you smiling and generally these rare days are the result of great planning and some good weather.

“Zoocoustic 2022”, took over the Savannah Visitor Plaza at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, the perfect space for a relaxing afternoon of music and mates, families, food and fun.

Local singer/songwriters Clinton Hoy, Llaney Webb and Millie Mills were joined by Tania Doko, best known for her work with Australian pop icons, Bachelor Girl.

Tania’s set closed the afternoon with “Buses and Trains” her final song.

Her performance included more from the Bachelor Girl catalogue and classics from The Pretenders, The Motels and an exquisite melody of Fleetwood Mac favourites, which had the crowd hanging on her every note.

Tania’s voice and performance and the way that she included the audience will long be spoken of.

Andrew McKay

Clinton Hoy

Tania Doko

James and Alex Hart with Thomas Humphrey

Amy Sturrock and James Witcombe

Zoo2Zoo

Millie Mills

Clinton and Ziggy

Janine Maunder, Llaney Webb and Tania Doko

Llaney Webb

Yes

Janine Maunder and Tania Doko

Tania spent a lot of her performance winning over new fans.

Tania and the 2 young fans she dubbed “her 2 shadows”

Helen and Charlie Bragger

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Apex Club Former Life Members Memorial Service: Saturday, November 5, 10.30am, Wellington, the Apex Rock, Apex Memorial Park, Maxwell Street, followed by a gathering at the Wellington Soldiers’ Memorial Club, 75 Arthur Street, RSVP essential, con tact Terry 0427 451 025 or Marie 0428 209 475, email: tema70@hotmail.com

Ballimore Red Cross r annual Christmas Luncheon: Wednesday, November 9, 12 Noon, Macquarie Club Chinese Restaurant. RSVP by Friday, November 4 to Jenny Tunks 0429866205 or email jennyt0410@gmail.com.

Dubbo City Ladies Probus: Tuesday, November 8, 11am, Westside Hotel, Melbourne Cup lunch meeting, contact Annemieke Neville 0432 305 103, Liz Lamble 0432 369 500

Dubbo District Concert Band: Sunday, November 6, 2pm, End of Year Concert, Dubbo RSL Auditorium. Email dubboband@gmail. com.

Dubbo West Christmas trailer raffle: Buy tickets, Friday and Saturday, November 4-5, Delroy Park Shopping Centre; Sunday and Monday, November 6-7, Dubbo Square, then Tuesday, November 8, Dubbo Square. Come along for your chance to win the great prizes, and to help Rotary support the community. Ladies Luncheon, Saturday, November 5, 12 Noon, Royal Flying Doctors Visitor Centre res taurant, Dubbo Airport, If interested, please contact Bev on 68845401.

COMING SOON

Arthritis November Meeting: Thursday, November 10, 2022, 12.30pm, Western Star Hotel Bistro, Erskine Street, Dubbo. Morning tea provided. Guest speaker: Dorothy from D.A.N.S. In-home Care. $2 fee towards expens es. Meeting followed with afternoon tea pro vided. Dubbo Meals on Wheels AGN: Tuesday, November 22, 5pm in the Maureen McKay Room at Meals on Wheels. Please RSVP by Friday 18 November on 68824083.

Irish Banjo Music: interested in playing folk music and traditional Irish music? Players are welcome to join, contact Glenn 0410 907 674.

One Eye Film Festival: Saturday, November 19, 6pm for 7pm screenings, Dubbo Regional Theatre, $20, Tickets at Box Office or drtcc. com.au.

THURSDAY

Above Board Gamers: SECOND Thursday of the month, 6pm, South Dubbo Men’s Shed, Palmer St. Alan 0432 278 235.

Akela Playgroup: 9.30am, Scout Hall, 4 Akela St., Sharna 0438 693 789.

Badminton: 7.30pm-9.30pm, Delroy High School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo. $5 to play ($3 for school students) $22 yearly insurance ($15 for school students). All are wel come. Chris 6887 3413.

Bingo - South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 11am-12.30pm, West Dubbo Bowling Club. New players wel come. Contact Barry 0439 344 349.

Coffee, Craft and Chat: 9.30am-12pm, Gospel Hall, Cnr of Boundary and Taylor Roads. Contact Anne 0428 425 958.

Conversational English in Dubbo: FIRST and THIRD Thursday of the month during the school term, 2pm-3pm, at Wesley Community Hall, corner of Church St and Carrington Ave. Free. Chris 6884 0407.

Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and

Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo, new players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946.

CWA Dubbo: FIRST Thursday of the month, 9.30am to 11am, Oaktree Retirement Village Peel Street, Dubbo. New members welcome Marion 6884 2957.

CWA Wongarbon Handicraft: SECOND Thursday of the month, enquiries to Chris 6884 1179.

CWA Wongarbon: FIRST Thursday of the month,10am, Wongarbon CWA rooms. Marjorie 6884 5558.

Digital @ Dubbo: 10am to 1pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Dubbo, 45-minute session for your internet or technology questions, FREE, bookings essential, contact 6801 4510.

Dubbo Anglican Church DNA Youth Group: 7pm-9pm, Anglican Church Hall, 158 Brisbane St., during school terms.

Dubbo Anglican Church Trinity Kids Playgroup: 10am-12pm at Anglican Church Hall, 158 Brisbane St., during School terms. Contact 6884 4990.

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. All men are welcome, Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo RSL Day Club: 10am and 2pm, Orana Gardens Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 1pm to 4pm, volunteers on site during these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Street Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Tuesday), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts, contact Ray 0437 541 942 Line Dancing: 9.30am to 12 noon, at David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Road. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263.

Macquarie Masons Dubbo: SECOND Thursday of the month. All visitors are welcome, John O’Brien 0405 051 896.

Outback Dragons Dubbo: EVERY Thursday5.45pm (in summer), Sandy Beach amenities block. Come and try dragon boating, your first five paddles are Free. Newcomers are always welcome, email info@outbackdragons. com.au or call Robyn 0427462504.

VIEW Club’s Cards & Games: Friday, October 21, 1pm, RSL Round Room, Friday, October21, at the RSL’s Round Room Wellington Arts and Crafts: 10am-3pm, Small Hall in the Anglican Church grounds, Wellington, variety of crafts, activities and workshops offered. Contact Lynne 6845 4454.

FRIDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: 7pm (1.5hr), Face-to Face meeting - ID meeting, Dubbo Community Health, Palmer Street, Dubbo. Contact Dee 0417 422 750, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au.

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group: THIRD Friday of the month, 2pm, Anne or Jeanie 6881 3704.

Central West Makers Place: 12pm-6pm, South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed, corner of Palmer and High Streets, Dubbo. 3D printing, basic electronics, robotics, silk screening and pottery. Adam 0431 038 866.

Communion Service (Dubbo Anglican Church): 10am, Brotherhood House chapel, 158 Brisbane St.

Community Kitchen: FIRST Friday of the month, 6.30pm, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane St,

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free meal.

CPSA (Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association): SECOND Friday each month, 10am, Dubbo RSL Club. Discuss issues, guest speaker. Contact Ken on 0412816228.

Dubbo Nepalese Christian Fellowship: 6.30-8pm. Contact Cyrel on 0416 826 701 or Kabita 0452 406 234.

Dubbo Parkinson’s Support Group: FIRST Friday of each month, 10.30am, Horizons village, Minore Road, Dubbo. People with Parkinson’s and their carers are welcome. Lorna 0416 240 626.

Lunchtime Prayer Group - Dubbo Anglican Church: 1-2pm in Brotherhood House, 158 Brisbane Street. All Welcome. Bring your lunch.

Narromine Food Barn: 9am-11am, Low-cost groceries and FREE fruit, vegetables and bread with any purchase to people in need. Contact Ken Rumble on 0414 477 365.

Rhymetime: 10.30am - 11am, during school term only, suits 0-2 years and families, stories, song and movement. Macquarie Regional Library.

Spinning and Weaving: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Lorraine 6887 8371.

Tai Chi at U3A: 10am, at the Community Arts Centre, Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Wingewarra Street. Richard 6888 5656.

The News Café: 10am - 12.30pm, for lively conversation about current news and affairs. Free, no bookings required. Dubbo Library. Urban Tribe: 2pm, with dancing, music, singing, caring and sharing. Everyone is welcome and let’s do it. 0459 762 702.

Western Plains Trefoil Guild: SECOND Friday of each month, 10.30am, Dubbo West Guide Hall. Everyone is welcome. Please confirm the meeting will be on. Dorothy 6884 6646.

SATURDAY

Beekeepers Inc - Orana: SECOND Saturday of the month, 9.15am, Narromine Tennis Club rooms, unless other arrangements are made. Contact orana.secretary@beekeepers.asn.au Bridge Club - Dubbo: 1pm until approximately 4.30pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Climate Change Action Group: EVERY Saturday, 2pm, everyone is welcome. 0459 762 702.

Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946.

CWA Gilgandra Market: FIRST Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm, Cakes, fruit, pickles, plants and more! New stall holders are welcome. $5 per stall, proceeds to CWA. Hilda 6847 1270.

Dubbo Anglican Church Vigil Communion Service: 6pm, 158 Brisbane Street. Contact 6884 4990.

Dubbo Bridge Club: 1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club: 4pm, FIRST and THIRD Saturday of the month, Seniors (15+), old Scouts Building, 189-191 Talbragar Street, across from Aldi. Terry 0408 260 965.

Diary entries need to be 40 words or less, and are only for not-for-profit community groups . Placement will be at the editor’s discretion and subject to space availability – because Diary listings are free! Please include your daytime phone number and/or address when submitting details. Entries close 10am Tuesday for that Thursday’s edition.

Embroiderers - Dubbo: 10am-3pm, (also see Tuesday listing), All are welcome, Macquarie Regional Library, Contact, Ruth 0422 777 323

Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 10am to 1pm, volunteers on site during these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Street

Outback Writers Centre Hub Meeting: FIRST Saturday of the month, (Feb-Dec), 10am-1pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre, Music Room, 76 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo. Outback Writers Centre Write-in: THIRD Saturday of the month, (Feb-Nov), 11.30am1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, at the Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Corner of Darling and Wingewarra Streets, Dubbo. New members are always welcome, and we happily support anyone wanting to learn. Further enquiries to Charlene on 0408 825 180.

Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, starts Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are welcome. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to help! RSL Tennis Club: 12.45pm, RSL Park Street courts for enjoyable social tennis. All are welcome. 0428 825 480.

Saturday Art: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Pam 6885 1918.

Seventh-day Adventist Church: 9.30am, small group bible study (Sabbath School) and children’s/youth Sabbath School, and 11am, Divine Service. Cnr Cobra and Sterling Streets. dubbo.adventist.org.au.

SUNDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings (Steps and Traditions): 7pm (1.5hrs), Face-to-face meeting, Dubbo Community Health, Palmer Street, Dubbo. Ph: Jack 0418 605 041, Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au for info on meetings.

Australian Kite Flyers Society: SECOND Sunday of the month, 10am, Jubilee Oval. All welcome to come along and see how to build and fly modern (and old) kites. David 0476 223 342.

Bicycle User Group Social Ride: 9am, at Wahroonga Park. Mick 0437 136 169 or Sam 0429826076, dubbobug.org.au

Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam (DAMjam): SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm, Milestone Hotel, upstairs. All are welcome. Join us for this acoustic session with other musicians or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143.

Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Street. 6884 4990.

Dubbo Anglican Church: 10am, Trinity Kids Sunday School and family Communion service. Dubbo Baptist Church: 6pm, at 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight), during school terms. Come along and discover if church is still relevant in today’s world. Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320.

Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320.

Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road, 6882 0007.

Mindful Crafting for Adults: 12.3pm-2pm, crafting group learning new or improving ex-

isting crafting skills. Experienced and beginners. For the next session date, contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510.

Orana K9 Training Club INC: 9am, Katrina Gibbs Field, Macleay Street, Dubbo. Dog obedience training, must have current vaccinations certificate plus treats. $15 membership, $5 per session. Reg 0428 849 877 or Dianne 0429 847 380.

Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, Dubbo. Sundays only, 6887 3704.

Traditional Catholic Latin Mass –Rawsonville: SECOND Sunday of the month, 9am, Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial Hall, Rawsonville Road. 0429 920 842.

Transcendental Meditation (TM): Free introductory talks via www.tm.org.au. Maharishi Foundation Australia scientifically proven benefits of TM. Contact David 0424 252 834.

MONDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous (Daily Reflections Meeting): 12pm at St Brigid’s Catholic Church meeting rooms, 198 Brisbane St, Dubbo. Please contact Peter 0498 577 709

Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND Monday of the month, 5.30pm-6.30pm, St Brigid’s meeting room. The group will provide a platform for people passionate about human rights and social justice to discuss these issues and take positive action in their local community. Contact Sandra Lindeman amnesty.dubbo@gmail.com or 0419 167 574.

Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990.

Australian Air Force Cadets: 6pm9.30pm, at Army Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18-yearolds prepared for a challenge and to undertake fun and rewarding activities. Come down to your local unit, 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron. Dubbo Bridge Club: FOURTH Monday of the month, 10am-1pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 4.30pm onward, classes for all ages. Monday and Wednesday, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church Street. New members are very welcome. Contact 0418 625 857

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo Multicultural Women’s Group: THIRD Monday of the month, 10am, St Brigid’s Meeting Room in Brisbane Street. Women of all backgrounds are invited. 1800 319 551.

Macquarie Women’s Bowling Club Card Afternoon: SECOND Monday of the month. $5 per person, includes two lucky door prizes and afternoon tea. Contact Rosslyn 6882 4989, 1300 222 222, www.aa.org.au for information. Patchwork: 10am-3pm, at Dubbo Arts & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra St, June 6882 4677.

RFDS Support Group: FIRST Monday of the month, except Public Holidays, 5pm, RFDS Visitor Experience Centre, Dubbo Airport Precinct. Cecelia Hutchinson Parsons 0408 665 023.

Rotary Club of Dubbo: 6pm-8pm, Westside Hotel, Whylandra Street, West Dubbo. Contact Lyn Wicks, 0428 342 374, Carla Pittman, 0418 294 438 or email dubborotaryclub@hotmail. com.

Sing Australia Dubbo Choir: 7pm-9pm, Bridge Club, Bultje Street. NO auditions, no requirements to read music and no singing experience necessary. Contact Michele Peak 0428

680 775.

Tai Chi 10 Form: 2.30pm-3.30pm during school terms at U3A, Community Arts Centre, WPCC, 76 Wingewarra Street Dubbo. Beginners are welcome. Laney 6882 4680 or laneyluk@ gmail.com.

TUESDAY

Aboriginal Elders Walkabout Ministry Group: 9.30am - 2pm in Holy Trinity Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street

AllAbilitiesDanz: 9.45Aam, Dubbo RSL Club. Classes are low impact, work on heart health, flexibility, mobility, coordination and strength. Tracy 0416 010 748 for a free trial or to join the free class

Book Club: FIRST Tuesday of the month, 2pm, share, discuss and review books, or start your own book club. Register your club with the library to access a wide range of book club titles to borrow, read, discuss and enjoy. For more information contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510

Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946

Dementia Sing Out Choir: 11am-12.30pm, David Palmer Centre at Old Lourdes Hospital site, entry on Cobbora Road. Lunch included, contact Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. Norm 6882 6081 or Bill 6882 9826.

Digital @ Dubbo: 10am to 1pm, Confused, worried, stumped or frustrated by the internet or tech? Book a free, 45-minute one-onone session with our team who can assist with your technology queries. Contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510

Dubbo and District Computer Club: 7pm, Akela Place Hall, contact Daryl 0408 284 300. Dubbo Chess Club: 7pm-9pm, at Dubbo RSL. Juniors welcome. Don 0431 460 584 or Sandy 0408 200 564

Dubbo City Ladies Probus: 10am, second Tuesday of every month, Masonic Hall, Darby Close. (NOTE: See the ‘Coming soon’ listing above, for November meeting details.) Annemieke Neville 0432 305 103 or Liz Hamble 0432 369 500

Dubbo Embroiderers: 9.30am - 3pm, SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month, (also see Saturday listing), Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park. All are welcome, Contact Ruth 0422 777 323.

Dubbo Lions Club Inc: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 6.30pm, Club Dubbo. Reg 0407 491 302 or Hugh 0429 151 348

Dubbo Men’s Probus: FIRST Tuesday of every month, 11am, Masonic Hall, contact Bob Ellis 0428217752

Dubbo Prostate Support Group: Next meeting to be confirmed, contact Elizabeth 0408 682 968

Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm, for 7.30pm, Dubbo RSL, contact Glen 0419 179 985 or Doreen 6882 6163

Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 1pm to 4pm, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Sts, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre, volunteers on site during these hours.

Girls Brigade: During school term, 6pm to 8pm, Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy crafts, games, camps, stories, songs, cooking and much more. Julie 6882 4369

Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Thursday), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts, contact Ray 0437 541 942

Orana Physical Culture: 4pm onwards, starting with the 2-4 years Sparkles class in the Auditorium at St Mary’s Primary School. New members are always welcome. For other class times and information see the Orana Physical Culture Facebook page.

Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie: 12.30pm - 2pm, Westside Hotel, contact Peter McInnes 0417 140 149

Rotary Club of Dubbo South: 6pm, at South Dubbo Tavern

Silver Craft: THIRD Tuesday of the month, 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Julie 6884 4919

Smart Recovery (Behaviour Change Support Group): 5pm, online or in per son. Contact Rob on 0417 497 187.

South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 9AM to 12pm, Cnr of High and Palmer Streets. New members welcome

Storytime for children: 10.30am - 11am during school terms at Macquarie Regional Library, for children aged 3-5 and their fam ilies. Free session filled with stories, songs, rhymes and activities. To book visit www. mrl.nsw.gov.au

Toastmasters Club: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 7pm-9pm, Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St., Gain confidence in speaking and leading skills. There are club, area and district competitions to participate in. Sharon Allan 0408 156 015 or email sallan@rhdubbo.com.au.

WEDNESDAY

Akela Playgroup: 10.30am (also see Thursday listing), Scout Hall, 4 Akela St. Sharna 0438 693 789.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: 7pm, face-to-face meeting, St Brigid’s Church Meeting Rooms, 198 Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Phone Peter 0498 577 709.

AllAbilitiesDanz: 10.30am, West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. Kids, 0 to 5, an interactive class, music, props and move ment. Gold coin donation per family.

Blood Cancer Support Group: FIRST Wednesday of each month, 10.30am-12pm, Venue changes each month. Louise or Emma 0412 706 785.

Brain Training: 2pm to 3.30pm, Exercise your brain with puzzles and interactive games that improve memory, concentration and problem-solving skills. Spaces limited; bookings required. Contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510

Breast Cancer Support Group: FOURTH Wednesday of every month, 10am, Baptist Church, Palmer Street, Community Health 5853 2545

Bric-a-brac sale, weekly - South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed: 10am-12pm, Corner of Palmer and High Streets. Contact Barry on 0439 344 349 Coffee, Craft & Chat: FORTNIGHTLY, 10am-12pm, Gospel Chapel on Boundary Road. Contact Anne 0428 425 958.

CWA Narromine: SECOND Wednesday of the month, 5.30pm, USMC. New members are welcome. Contact Carolyn 0427747478.

CWA Terramungamine: SECOND Wednesday of the month, 10am, Dubbo RSL Club. New members are most welcome. Contact Barb 0427 251 121.

Dementia Friendship Group: SECOND Wednesday of the month, 10am, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Creo Cafe (formerly The Outlook Cafe), Wingewarra St. Contact Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Digital @ Dubbo: 2pm - 4pm, Don’t know

how to do video calls? Worried about your privacy online? Stumped how to buy online? Frustrated with the internet or technology in general? Book in for a free 45 minute one on one session with our team who can assist you with your technology queries. Contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510

Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage: 10am4pm, at 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members avail able. 6881 6410.

Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: Meets

THIRD Wednesday of the month 10am3pm, Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft Shop. 137 Cobra St. Visitors, new members very welcome. Contact Judy 6882 5776.

Dubbo Bridge Club: 9.45am, for 10am1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324

Dubbo Community Garden: 9am-12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with oth ers, learn more skills and grow friendships. All are welcome. Contact Denise 0433 623 842 or Julie 0428 821 829

Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters (DEVIOUS) group: 12pm to 1pm, FIRST Wednesday of each month, Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Anyone interested in learning about EVs is welcome to join. Chris 0409 321 470.

Dubbo Garden Club: 10am, FIRST Wednesday of each month, Garden gather ings with morning tea. Contact Kay on 0428 821 538.

Dubbo Ratepayers and Residents Association: 6.30pm, every SECOND Wednesday of each month, RSL Coffee Shop. Jenny 6884 4214 or Merilyn 0458 035 323.

Dundullimal Dubbo Support Crew Inc: 10am, FOURTH Wednesday of each month, Dundullimal Homestead. We support the operations at the Homestead, guiding, tours, gardening, and helping in café. Fun, friendship, learn as you go! All are welcome. Contact 6884 9984 or dundullimal@nation altrust.com.au

Gamblers Anonymous: 6pm, Baptist Church, Dubbo. Victor 0407 799 139.

Geurie Craft Group: 9am-2pm, Geurie Bowling Club. Everyone is welcome. Shirley 6887 1251

Line Dancing: 6.30pm to 9pm, David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Rd. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263.

Lodge Allan Stuart 416: SECOND Wednesday of every month, Geurie Masonic Centre. Please email secretary@lodgeallan stuart416.org.au

Macquarie Intermediate Band: 6pm, during school terms, Band Hall, Boundary Rd. Players of all ages wanted for the con cert band. Conservatorium 6884 6686 or info@macqcon.org.au or Dubbo District Band on 0422 194 059 or email at dubboband@gmail.com.

Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am-2pm, Number 1 Oval Club House. $6 per day. Please bring your own lunch. Cards and games are played before lunch, after lunch is Bingo. New members welcome. Enquiries to Jan Miller 0418 255 217

West Dubbo Rotary: 6pm, Club Dubbo, Whylandra Street West Dubbo. Wriggle and Rhyme and Storytime: 10.30am-11am, during school terms, for ages 0-5 and families. Free. Movement, rhymes and stories. Bookings via www.mrl.nsw. gov.au

Zumba Kids: 4.15pm, West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. A FUN dynamic class that keeps young bodies active, for kids aged 5 to 12. Gold coin donation per family.

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Kid’s Play Corner

Fun things to do with your brothers and sisters

Do you ever get bored? If so, here are a few activities that may interest you. Pick one to do with your brothers and sisters so you can all have fun together.

Create wacky characters

Draw the head and upper body of a character such as a person, animal or monster. Then, fold the paper in half to hide your drawing and pass it to the next person.

They must draw the lower part of the body without looking at what you drew. The results are sure to make you laugh.

Start a story circle

If you and your siblings can read, take turns sharing sentences or entire pages from a book you all enjoy. You could also pick one person to read the entire thing out loud.

Put on a show

Host a performance for your parents. Depending on your talents, you could:

• Sing a song or two

• Create a dance

• Put on a puppet show

• Recite nursery rhymes or poems

• Play a musical instrument

• Tell jokes

Make sure to rehearse what you’re going to do.

Make up a story

Choose five or more words at random. Then, make up a story that includes all the words you chose. If you want, you could challenge

yourself to create a story that’s scary or funny.

Play shop

Make price tags and attach them to your stuffed animals, puzzles and toy cars. Place these items on a table to mimic a store shelf. Then, decide who will play the customers and who will play the cashier. Make sure you get out all the props you need to play your parts. This might include play money, a change purse, reusable bags and a calculator.

To come up with more fun games for you and your siblings to play, use your imagination or ask an adult to help you look for ideas online.

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1. Draw a picture of your brother or sister

2. Play cards or a board game

3. Solve a puzzle together

4. Build a fort with sheets and clothes pegs

5. Build the tallest tower of blocks you can

6. Play charades

7. Play 20 questions

8. Hide objects around the house to create a scavenger hunt

9. Write a letter to a family member

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Fun stuff to dowhile hanging out at home!

SEVENABC TV

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Q+A. (R) 11.10 Secrets Of The Museum. (R)

12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Significant Others. (M, R)

1.50 Death In Paradise. (M, R) (Final)

2.45 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

3.15 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R)

5.00 Back Roads. (R)

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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

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

7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis and Josh Byrne meet at a community farm. Millie Ross tours regional biodiversity links.

8.30 Frankly. Fran Kelly chats with comedian Steph Tisdell and biomedical engineer Jordan Nguyen.

9.10 All Creatures Great And Small. The fate of a struggling young widow causes difficulties for James and Helen’s burgeoning romance.

9.55 Fisk. (PG, R) Roz announces she is leaving Gruber & Associates to embark on a new business venture.

10.25 Annika. (M, R) Annika and the team investigate the death of a Glasgow businessman killed during his anniversary party.

11.10 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events, with a look at news breaking as a new day starts elsewhere in the world.

11.30 Rage. (MA15+) Continuous music programming.

TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.05 Ben And Holly. (R) 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R)

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (R) 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: A League Of Their Own. (PG, R) (1992) 10.35 Doctor Who. 11.20 QI.

11.50 Red Dwarf. (Final) 12.20 Motherland.

12.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 1.35 ABC News Update. 1.40 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

ME

6.00 Children’s Programs. 4.50 Odd Squad. (R) 5.00 The Flamin’ Thongs. (R) 5.15 Good Game Spawn Point. 5.25 Kung Fu Panda. (PG, R) 5.50 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.00 So Awkward. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.35 Operation Ouch! (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. (PG, R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.00

The Deep. (R) 8.25 Good Game Spawn Point. (R) 8.50 Log Horizon. (PG) 9.15 Dragon Ball Super. (PG) 9.40 Sailor Moon Crystal. (PG, R) 10.00 K-On! (PG, R) 10.50 Close.

NEWS

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Trick Of The Mind. (M, R) (2006) Alexandra Holden.

2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) A look at locations that highlight living well.

3.00 The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh.

4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna meets Pam, a suburban Santa who help people in need. Adam and Pete visit a property in Tallebudgera, Queensland. Ed travels to Darwin to get the jump on mango season.

8.30 MOVIE: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. (PG, R) (2015)

A young Indian hotelier with expansionist dreams tries to juggle a full house, his upcoming marriage and concerns about a rival for his affections, all while the elderly residents of his hotel look on. Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith.

11.00 To Be Advised.

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Before I Fall. (M, R) (2017) Zoey Deutch. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) Presented by Alexander Armstrong. 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. Australia v Afghanistan. From Adelaide Oval.

10.00 MOVIE: Atomic Blonde. (MA15+, R) (2017) An MI6 operative is sent to Berlin at end of the Cold War to investigate the murder of one of her peers and recover a missing list of double agents working on both sides of the conflict. Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, John Goodman.

TEN

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Entertainment Tonight. 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Living Room. (PG, R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R)

3.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R)

4.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

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

7.30 The Living Room. Dr Chris Brown visits a mobile vet hospital helping out wildlife following this year’s floods.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Graham Norton is joined on the red couch by actors Colin Farrell, Brendan Gleeson, Kate Hudson, Elizabeth Banks and British Vogue’s head fashionista Edward Enninful. Music comes from Self Esteem.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. Michael Felgate, Michelle Payne, Glen Boss and David Gately look at the contenders for the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

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

SBS

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 10.00 Incredible Homes. 11.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Jennifer Byrne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Secrets Of The Lost Liners: Cap Arcona. (PG) (Final) Takes a look at the SS Cap Arcona, a German ocean liner that housed concentration camp prisoners.

8.30 Good With Wood. (PG) The five remaining woodworkers are challenged to build a rocking chair and bird box.

9.25 World’s Greatest Hotels: The Peninsula. (PG, R) Takes a look at The Peninsula Hong Kong, one of the city’s most historic hotels.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Das Boot. (MA15+, R) Forster takes Gardiner and Hoffmann to the deaddrop as a bomb explodes.

11.45 The Sleepers. (M, R) A couple return to Prague after years in exile.

12.15 Reported Missing: George. (M, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 DVine Living. (PG, R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Emmerdale. (PG, R) 12.30 Coronation Street. (PG, R) 1.00 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 3.00 Modern Business Australia. (PG, R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 5.00 Animal Rescue. (R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Border Security. (PG, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. (PG, R) 12.10 Smash. (PG, R) 1.10 Baywatch. (M, R) 2.00 Full House. (R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 MOVIE: Chicken Run. (R) (2000) 7.40 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (PG, R) (2001) 9.40 MOVIE: Couples Retreat. (M, R) (2009) 11.55 The Emily Atack Show. (MA15+) 12.40 Queer Eye For The Straight Guy. (M, R) 1.40 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 12. Gold Coast 500. Day 2. Highlights. 12.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. (PG, R) 1.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 3.00 Timbersports. (PG) 3.30 Heavy Lifting. (PG, R) 4.30 Irish Pickers. (PG, R) 5.30 American Restoration. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 To Be Advised. 9.00 MOVIE: U.S. Marshals. (M, R) (1998) 11.40 MOVIE: Machete Kills. (MA15+, R) (2013) 1.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 Explore. (R) 2.00 Grantchester. (M, R) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.30 MOVIE: Mr Denning Drives North. (PG, R) (1951) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Pre-Show. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Antiques Downunder. 8.00 Antiques Roadshow Detectives. 8.40 MOVIE: The Firm. (M, R) (1993) 11.50 House. (M, R) 12.50 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Match It. (R) 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 Instant Hotel. (PG, R) 12.00 9-1-1. (M, R) 3.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 3.30 American Dad! (PG, R) 4.00 Simpsons. (PG, R) 4.55 MOVIE: Tom And Jerry: The Movie. (R) (1992) 6.40 MOVIE: Storks. (PG, R) (2016) 8.30 MOVIE: A Knight’s Tale. (M, R) (2001) 11.25 MOVIE: Sweet November. (M, R) (2001) 1.55 Shopping. (R) 2.55 MOVIE: Parachute Battalion. (PG, R) (1941) 4.30 Ink Master. (M, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 House Hunters. (R) 11.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.30 Half-Price Paradise. (R) 1.30 My Lottery Dream Home. (PG, R) 2.30 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Mega Decks. (R) 4.30 Lawn & Order. (R) 5.00 Beach Hunters. (R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Saving The Manor. (PG) 8.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation. (PG) 9.30 Building Off The Grid. (PG, R) 10.30 Lake Life. (R) 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

BOLD

6.00 Shopping. (R) 7.30 Infomercials. (PG) 8.00 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 20. Mexican Grand Prix. Replay. 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 9.30 Escape Fishing. (R) 10.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS: LA. (M, R) 1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 2.00 Bull. (M, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 3.30 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 4.30 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 5.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 10.30 Evil. (M, R) 11.30 Star Trek: Discovery. (PG, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

PEACH

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.30 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 12.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 1.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Mom. (M, R) 10.00 Mom. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 1.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 2.30 Late Programs.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. (R) 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 2.30 The Loud House. (R) 3.00 SpongeBob. (R) 3.30 Game Shakers. (R) 4.30 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 5.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M, R) 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (M, R) 9.30 South Park. (M, R) 10.00 South Park. (MA15+, R) 10.30 South Park. (M, R) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

12.50 The Sleepers. (M, R) 2.00 Atlanta. (M, R)

4.35 Bamay: Arrernte Country - Tjoritja Macdonnell Ranges. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. (PG) 11.00 The Movie Show. (M) 12.00 Unknown Amazon. (PG) 12.50 The Source. (M) 1.40 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Cup of China. Replay. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. (PG) 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 News. (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Hoarders. (MA15+) 9.25 Atlanta. (MA15+) 9.55 The Big Sex Talk. (MA15+) 10.25 Getting Naked: A Burlesque Story. (MA15+, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

FOOD

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Gok Wan’s Easy Asian. 1.30 Simply Raymond Blanc. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. 3.00 Spencer’s Big 30. 3.30 From Scratch. (PG) 4.30 Cook Like An Italian. 5.00 David Rocco’s Dolce India. 6.00 India Unplated. 6.30 Gourmet Farmer. (PG) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. (PG, R) 8.00 Cook Like An Italian. (R) 8.30 Travel, Cook, Repeat. (PG, R) 9.00 Cheese Slices. (R) 9.30 Dine With Me UK. (PG, R) 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Shortland St. (PG) 2.30 The Cook Up. (PG) 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Raven’s Quest. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG) 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. (PG) 5.30 NITV News: Nula. 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.40

Undiscovered Vistas. (R) 7.30 MOVIE: White Lion. (PG, R) (2010) 9.10 First Nations Bedtime Stories. (PG, R) 9.20 Going Places. (PG, R) 10.20 Intune 08. (R) 11.20 Late Programs.

SBSSEVENABC TV

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. (PG)

12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Vera. (M, R)

2.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R)

3.30 Stuff The British Stole: Jewel. (PG, R)

3.55 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.

4.45 Landline. (R) Hosted by Pip Courtney.

5.10 Inside The Sydney Opera House: Back To Business. (R) Part 2 of 3.

6.10 Secrets Of The Museum. At London’s iconic Victoria and Albert Museum, curators must display the institution’s biggest-ever object.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories and events as they unfold, with comprehensive analysis and reporting.

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) (Series return) Martin makes efforts to overcome his fear and questions his decision to resign.

8.20 The Capture. (M) Carey closes in on the truth, but it takes her into deeper danger than ever before.

9.20 Significant Others. (MA15+, R) Ciaran and Hanna deepen their relationships with outsiders caught in the rip of Sarah’s disappearance.

10.10 Miniseries: Des. (M, R) Part 1 of 3. In 1983, a grisly discovery alerts British police to a serial killer, who has operated under their noses for years.

11.00 Silent Witness. (M, R) Jack and Nikki investigate a second death.

12.00 Rage. (MA15+) Special guest programmers curate a playlist of their all-time favourite music video clips.

TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.05 Ben And Holly. (R) 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.30 Rusty’s Mobile Rivet Lab. (R) 7.00 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (R) 8.00 QI. (M, R) 8.30 Anne Edmonds: What’s Wrong With You? (MA15+) 9.35 Sammy J. (PG, R) 9.40 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R) 10.05 Mock The Week. (R) 10.35 Ghosts. 11.05 Doctor Who. 11.55 Friday Night Dinner. 12.15 The Poles Revealed. 1.15 ABC News Update. 1.20 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Home Shopping.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week.

12.00 Horse Racing. Five Diamonds Ladies Day. From Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, Sydney. Saturday Raceday. From Doomben Racecourse, Brisbane.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Officers go on high alert.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) A strange package from Russia is found to contain a rare and unusual item.

7.30 MOVIE: Home Alone. (PG, R) (1990) After an eight-year-old boy is accidentally left behind in his family’s rush to the airport at Christmas, he finds himself battling a pair of lacklustre thieves who have decided to rob people while they are away. Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern.

9.40 MOVIE: Home Alone 2: Lost In New York. (PG, R) (1992) A year after he was left home alone, a boy, stranded by himself in New York after being separated from his family, battles two familiar thieves who are in town plotting their biggest crime to date. Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern.

12.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 Drive TV. (PG, R) 6.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 12.30 Rivals. 1.00 Drive TV. 1.30 Cross Court. 2.00 My Way. (PG) 2.30 Animal Embassy. (R) 3.00 The Block. (PG, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 Nine News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 MOVIE: Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle. (PG, R) (2017) After four high school students become trapped in a magical jungle-based video game as the playable characters, they discover they must combine their new talents if they are to escape back to the real world. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan.

9.50 MOVIE: Central Intelligence. (M, R) (2016) After he reconnects with an acquaintance from high school who is now a CIA agent, a mild-mannered accountant finds himself lured into the world of international espionage. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Danielle Nicolet.

12.00 MOVIE: Begin Again. (M, R) (2013) Keira Knightley.

2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 South Aussie With Cosi. (PG, R) 12.30 Weekender. (R) 1.00 Creek To Coast. (R) 1.30 Weekender. (R) 2.00

Escape To The Country. (R) 4.00 Bargain Hunt. (R) 5.00 Horse Racing. Five Diamonds Ladies Day and Saturday Raceday. 6.00 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 8.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 10.30 I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. (PG) 12.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. (PG, R) 1.00 Revolution. (PG, R) 3.00 MOVIE: Sabrina. (R) (1995) 5.30 MOVIE: The Last Airbender. (PG, R) (2010) 7.30 MOVIE: The Legend Of Tarzan. (M, R) (2016) 9.40 MOVIE: Clash Of The Titans. (M, R) (2010) 11.40 Duncanville. (M, R) 12.10 Kardashians. (MA15+, R) 2.10 Baywatch. (PG, R) 3.00 Power Rangers Dino Fury. (PG, R) 3.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. (PG, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

TEN

6.00 Reel Action. (R) 6.30 Leading The Way With Dr Michael Youssef. 7.00 All 4 Adventure. (PG, R) 8.00 Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (R)

8.30 The Living Room. (R)

9.30 Studio 10: Saturday. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Stakes Day. From Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne.

6.00 10 News First.

7.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) Harrison’s life is put on the line when he tries to save a brother and sister.

7.30 Blue Bloods. (M) Danny investigates after a vicious attack leaves a friend hospitalised.

8.30 CSI: Vegas. (M) The CSI team investigates after a group of teenagers finds a dead woman behind the wheel of an abandoned car in a Nevada ghost town and decides to broadcast their discovery on social media.

9.30 NCIS. (M, R) The team investigates after a body is found at an ancient burial site that is thought to be cursed.

10.30 My Life Is Murder. (M, R) Alexa needs all five senses when she investigates the mysterious death of an ambitious young winemaker.

11.30 To Be Advised.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG) 4.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Authentic. (PG, R) Religious program. 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 The Doctors. (PG, R) 10.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 11.00 Escape Fishing. (R) 11.30 Healthy Homes Aust. (R) 12.00 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 1.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 2.00 A-League All Access. 2.30 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 3.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 5.00 Reel Action. 5.30 I Fish. (R) 6.00 Scorpion. (PG, R) 7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 5. Western Sydney Wanderers v Central Coast Mariners. 10.00 MacGyver. (M, R) 11.00 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

PEACH

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (New Series) 10.00 The World From Above. (PG) 11.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Skate Canada. Highlights. 4.00 Ballroom Fit. (R) 4.05 Wheelchair Sports. 4.10 Dr Russell’s Imaginarium. (PG, R) 4.45 I’m Not A Runner. (PG, R) 5.50 Lost Home Movies Of Nazi Germany. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin: Travels Of A Lifetime: Pole To Pole. (PG, R) Michael Palin looks at his second travel series.

8.25 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces: Kensington. (PG) Takes a look at Kensington Palace in London, a royal residence since the 17th century.

9.20 Secrets Of The Pyramids. (PG, R) Follows teams on the front line of archaeology across Egypt as they undertake various excavations.

10.10 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. (M, R) Celebrity guests include Jenny Tian, Rhys Nicholson, Michala Banas and Carlo Ritchie.

11.10 MOVIE: The Front Runner. (M, R) (2018) A US senator becomes the front runner for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination. Hugh Jackman, Vera Farmiga.

1.15 MOVIE: Novitiate. (M, R) (2017)

3.30 Focus On Ability Film Festival 2021. (PG, R)

4.30 Food Safari. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. 12.00 VICE Investigates. 1.05 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup Series. Highlights. 2.05 Hands On: Yoga And Consent. 2.35 The New York Times Presents: The Weekly. 3.05 WorldWatch. 4.30 Mastermind Aust. 5.30 Vs Arashi. 6.25 Speed With Guy Martin. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. (PG) 8.30 The Good Fight. (M) 9.25 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+) 10.25 Inconceivable: The Secret Business Of Breeding Humans. 11.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD

6.00 Children’s Programs. 12.10 MOVIE: Grandpa’s Great Escape. (2018) 1.20 Children’s Programs. 5.20 Ultimate Food Fun. 5.25 Hardball. (R) 5.50 The Inbestigators. (R) 6.05 Holly Hobbie. 6.25 Mindful Earth. (R) 6.35 Built To Survive. (PG, R) 7.05 Secrets Of Skin. (R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.05 The Deep. 8.25 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.45 Danger Mouse. (R) 9.00 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.25 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.50 Close.

6.00 The Fishing Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Fishy Business. (PG, R) 8.00 Shopping. 10.00 Step Outside. (PG, R) 10.30 MXTV. (PG, R) 11.00 On Tour With Allan Border. (PG) 11.30 Your 4x4. (PG) 12.00 Boating. Australian V8 Superboats Championship. Round 2. 1.00 Blokesworld. (PG) 1.30 Australia ReDiscovered. (PG) (Series return) 2.00 To Be Advised. 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 To Be Advised. 9.00 MOVIE: The Patriot. (MA15+, R) (2000) Mel Gibson. 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Leading The Way. (PG, R) 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 8.00 Beyond Today. (PG) 8.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.00 My Favorite Martian. (R) 10.30 MOVIE: Folly To Be Wise. (R) (1952) 12.30 Antiques Downunder. (R) 1.00 The Best 30 Years. (PG) 1.30 Antiques Roadshow Detectives. (R) 2.10 MOVIE: The Mind Benders. (PG, R) (1963) 4.30 MOVIE: Sayonara. (PG, R) (1957) 7.30 MOVIE: Play Dirty. (M, R) (1969) 9.55 MOVIE: Convoy. (M, R) (1978) 12.15 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Drop Dead Weird. (R) 10.00 Weekender. (R) 10.30 Dance Boss. (PG, R) 12.00 The Change Labz. (PG) 12.30 Rebel Wilson’s Pooch Perfect. (PG, R) 1.55 MOVIE: Tom And Jerry: The Movie. (R) (1992) 3.40 MOVIE: Storks. (PG, R) (2016) 5.30 MOVIE: Pokémon Detective Pikachu. (PG, R) (2019) 7.30 MOVIE: Predator. (M, R) (1987) 9.45 MOVIE: Predator 2. (MA15+, R) (1990) 11.55 MOVIE: Throwback. (M, R) (2014) 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Mega Decks. (R) 11.30 Postcards. (PG, R) 12.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 12.30 Lake Life. (R) 1.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt Renovation. (PG, R) 2.30 How Close Can I Beach? (R) 3.30 Beach Hunters. (R) 4.30 Saving The Manor. (PG, R) 5.30 Australia’s Best House. 6.30 Building Off The Grid. (PG, R) 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. (R) 8.30 House Hunters. 9.30 House Hunters Int. 10.30 House Hunters Reno. (R) 11.30 House Hunters. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 8.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Friends. (PG, R) 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.15 Friends. (PG, R) 12.15 Shopping. (R) 1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.45 Big Bang. (PG, R) 2.15 Mom. (PG, R) 2.45 The Neighborhood. (PG, R) 3.35 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 4.05 Two And A Half Men. (M, R) 4.30 Shopping. (R)

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Abby Hatcher. (R) 9.30 SpongeBob. (R) 10.30 Sanjay & Craig. (PG, R) 11.30 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 12.00 SpongeBob. (R) 1.00 The Loud House. (R) 2.00 Game Shakers. (R) 3.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 4.00 Victorious. (R) 4.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 6.00 MOVIE: The Nut Job. (PG, R) (2014) 7.45 MOVIE: The Matrix. (M, R) (1999) 10.25 South Park. (M, R) 11.25 The Montreal Comedy Festival Offensive. (MA15+, R) 12.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Cheese Slices. (R) 1.30 David Rocco’s Dolce India. (R) 2.30

Michel Roux’s French Country Cooking. (R) 3.30 Michel Roux’s French Country Cooking. (R) 4.30 Weekend Breaks. (R) 5.30 Spaghetti And Noodles. (R) 6.30 Ainsley’s Good Mood Food. (PG) 7.30 Bobby & Giada In Italy. (PG) 8.30 Jamie’s Great Britain. (PG, R) 9.30 Eat Me: Or Try Not To. 10.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. (PG, R) 11.30 Michel Roux’s French Country Cooking. (R) 12.25 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Trading Cultures. (PG, R) 2.30 Football. NTFL. Women’s. Under18s. St Mary’s v Southern Districts. 4.00 Football. NTFL. Men’s. Under-18s. St Mary’s v Southern Districts. 5.30 Power To The People. (PG, R) 6.00 Pacific Island Food Revolution. (R) 6.55 News. 7.05 On Country Kitchen. (PG, R) 7.35 Boteti: The Returning River. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Curse Of The Golden Flower. (M, R) (2006) 10.30 Yothu Yindi Tribute Concert. (R) 12.00 Volumz. (PG, R)

9GEM

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Question Everything. (R) 3.00 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (M, R) 4.10 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill. (PG, R) 4.55 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.25 Frankly. (R) Fran Kelly chats with comedian Steph Tisdell and biomedical engineer Jordan Nguyen.

7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.30 Inside The Sydney Opera House: It’ll Be Alright On The Night. Part 3 of 3. It is the final countdown to the re-opening of the Concert Hall after a $150 million rebuild.

8.30 Significant Others. (M) Mardi Gras comes to the city, enticing each family member to taste the bacchanalia.

9.25 Silent Witness. (M) Nikki’s students make an alarming discovery while dissecting a body donated for their training.

10.25 Miniseries: The Cry. (M, R) Part 3 of 4.

11.25 Shetland. (M, R) (Final) With Olivia almost giving up hope of ever finding her daughter, Perez closes in on Zezi’s location.

12.25 The Heights. (PG, R) Tragedy hits Arcadia towers.

2.40 Rage. (MA15+) Continuous music programming.

The Recording Studio. (PG, R) (Final)

Insiders. (R)

TV PLUS

6.00 Home Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

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

1.30 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 33. Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Thunder.

5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Australia’s Got Talent. (PG) The top 16 acts go head to head in two semi-finals, beginning with the first group of eight performers.

8.45 Armed And Dangerous: Breakouts. (M) Strike Force Northrop cracks the code involving a new method of dealing narcotics. Authorities launch a manhunt for a double-murderer. Strike Force Raptor escorts a high-profile criminal from jail.

10.05 Monster Mansion: Evil Behind Bars. (MA15+) Takes a look behind the bars at England’s HMP Wakefield, a high security prison known as Monster Mansion.

11.15 Born To Kill? Thor Nis Christiansen. (M) Takes a look at serial killer Thor Christiansen, who targeted women from in Isla Vista, California, during the ’70s.

12.30 Home Shopping.

Seven Early News.

Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

6.00 Rivals. (R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 Reel Destinations: Lodge Life. 11.30 Fishing Australia. 12.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 12.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG, R) 1.30 Spy In The Wild. (PG) 2.40 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 RBT. (PG, R)

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PG) (Final) After weeks of renovating, the properties finally go under the hammer, with one team going home with the prize.

8.50 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.50 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

10.20 The First 48: A Fighting Chance. (M) Takes a look at the 2016 murder of 27-year-old social activist Nathan Brooker who was shot outside a bar.

11.20 Killer Couples: Monserrate Shirley And Mark Leonard. (M) Takes a look at how the investigation into a fatal gas explosion led to a divorcee and her lover.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

Cross Court. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GO!

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Turning Point. (PG) 7.00 Leading The Way. (PG) 7.30 Tomorrow’s World. (PG) 8.00 Living Room. (R) 9.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. (R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 The Traitors. (PG, R) 1.10 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 GCBC. (R) 2.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 2.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 3.00 Cook It With Luke. 3.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.00 Well Traveller. (PG) 4.30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. (R) 5.00 10 News First.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

7.30 The Traitors. (PG) The newest Traitor starts to subtly plant seeds and sew suspicion, steering The Faithful in a fellow Traitor’s direction.

9.10 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M) The NCIS team investigates a fatal car crash involving a US Navy officer who turns out to be an imposter. Whistler finds herself in danger when she goes undercover to learn the truth behind the accident.

10.10 FBI. (M, R) After a US Congressman is murdered, the FBI hunts for a killer who is shooting seemingly unrelated targets.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) Panellists dissect, digest and reconstitute the daily news, events and hottest topics.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture with Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson.

BOLD

6.00 DW English News Morning. 6.30 Al Jazeera. 7.00 APAC Weekly. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. 10.00 The World From Above. (PG) 11.00 Paul O’Grady: For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 France 24 English News. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Countdown To Qatar 2022. 4.00 Sportswoman. (R) 4.30 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Skate Canada. Highlights. 5.30 Ascot Kayaking. (PG, R) 5.35 Etoa: A Kokoda Track Story.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Curse Of The Ancients: Middle Ages. (PG) Part 5 of 5. Takes a looks at one of the most troubled periods in European history, the Middle Ages.

8.30 King Tut: Allies And Enemies. (M) Part 1 of 2. Marking the 100th anniversary of the unearthing of Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s tomb, Yasmin El Shazly and Mahmoud Rashad delve into the mysteries and unanswered questions about his life.

10.30 Sex And Sensibility. (MA15+, R) Takes a look at the salacious activities of the aristocratic elite of the Georgian period.

11.25 Planet Expedition. (PG, R) Steve Backshall takes a team of world-class kayakers to explore the Kamchatka Peninsula.

12.25 Planet Expedition. (R) 4.25 Food Safari. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. (R) 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 Australia Remastered. (R) 8.30 Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America. (M, R) 9.30 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (M, R) 10.30 Days Like These With Diesel. 11.25 MOVIE: A League Of Their Own. (1992) 1.30 Long Lost Family. 2.15 ABC News Update. 2.20 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. (PG, R) 2.15 Equestrian. FEI World Championships. 3.30 DVine Living. (PG) 4.00 Modern Business Aust. (PG) 4.30 South Aussie With Cosi. (PG, R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG) 6.00 Air Crash Investigation: Special Report. (PG, R) 7.00 Border Security. (PG, R) 8.30 Alan Carr’s Adventures With Agatha Christie. (PG) 9.30 Steam Train Journeys. (PG) 10.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard. (PG) 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. (PG) 12.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. (PG, R) 1.00 Power Rangers Dino Fury. (PG, R) 1.30 Rivals. (R) 2.00 Rich Kids Go Skint. (PG) 3.00 Full Bloom. (PG) 4.00 Dance Moms. (PG) 5.00 About A Boy. (PG) (New Series) 5.30 MOVIE: Wayne’s World. (PG, R) (1992) 7.30 MOVIE: The Fast And The Furious. (M, R) (2001) 9.35 MOVIE: 2 Fast 2 Furious. (M, R) (2003) 11.40 Duncanville. (M, R) 12.10 Rich Kids Go Skint. (PG, R) 1.10 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Shopping. 10.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 32. Hobart Hurricanes v Brisbane Heat. 1.30 Fish’n Mates. (PG, R) 2.00 On The Fly. (PG) 2.30 Merv Hughes Fishing. (PG) 3.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. (PG) 4.00 Fishing Addiction. (PG) 4.55 MOVIE: The LEGO Ninjago Movie. (PG, R) (2017) 7.00 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince. (PG, R) (2009) 10.15 MOVIE: 300. (MA15+, R) (2006) 12.40 Aussie Lobster Men. (M, R) 1.40 Bushfire Wars. (PG, R) 2.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 In Touch. (PG) 8.00 Beyond Today. (PG) 8.30 The Incredible Journey. (PG) 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. (R) 10.30 Garden Gurus. (R) 11.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 11.30 Gideon’s Way. (PG, R) 12.40 MOVIE: I’ve Gotta Horse. (R) (1965) 2.35 MOVIE: Golden Ivory. (PG, R) (1954) 4.30 MOVIE: The Wonderful Country. (PG, R) (1959) 6.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Pre-Show. 7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Super 12. 10.00 To Be Advised. 12.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Motown Magic. (R) 10.00 The Change Labz. (PG, R) 10.30 Bride And Prejudice: The Forbidden Weddings. (PG, R) 12.15 Crufts Dog Show. (PG, R) 1.15 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. (PG, R) 2.15 To Be Advised. 4.00 MOVIE: Pokémon Detective Pikachu. (PG, R) (2019) 6.00 MOVIE: Valentine’s Day. (PG, R) (2010) 8.30 MOVIE: Troy. (MA15+, R) (2004) Brad Pitt. 11.50 MOVIE: Live By Night. (MA15+, R) (2016) 2.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 The Treehouse Guys. (PG, R) 10.30 Beach Hunters. (R) 11.30 House Hunters Reno. (R) 12.30 Australia’s Best House. (R) 1.30 How Close Can I Beach? (R) 2.30 Half-Price Paradise. (R) 3.30 Caribbean Life. (R) 4.30 Escape To The Chateau. (R) 5.30 House Hunters. (R) 6.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.30 Good Bones. (PG, R) 8.30 Flip Or Flop. (R) 9.30 Christina On The Coast. (PG) 10.30 Flipping Virgins. (PG, R) 11.30 House Hunters. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

PEACH

6.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 8.00 NBL Slam. (R) 8.30 Friends. (PG, R) 11.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 12.30 To Kingdom Come. (New Series) 2.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 6. New Zealand Breakers v Sydney Kings. 4.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 6. Melbourne United v South East Melbourne Phoenix. 6.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.00 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 1.30 MOVIE: I, Tonya. (MA15+, R) (2018) 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 10.00 Reel Action. (R) 11.00 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 11.30 Truck Hunters. (PG, R) 12.00 Scorpion. (PG, R) 1.00 Pooches At Play. (R) 1.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 2.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 2.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Matchweek 5. Brisbane Roar v Sydney FC. 5.30 Reel Action. (R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours. (M) 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. (PG, R) 12.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Children’s Programs. 4.25 Big Blue. (R) 4.35 The Beachbuds. (PG, R) 4.50 Odd Squad. (R) 5.00 Miraculous. (PG, R) 5.25 Ultimate Food Fun. 5.30 Hardball. (R) 5.55 The Inbestigators. (R) 6.10 Ted’s Top Ten. 6.35 Built To Survive. (PG, R) 7.00 Secrets Of Skin. (R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.00 The Deep. 8.20 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.45 Danger Mouse. (R) 8.55 Find Me In Paris. 9.20 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.45 Rage. (PG, R) 10.50 Close.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 12.00 SpongeBob. (R) 1.00 The Loud House. (R) 2.00 Game Shakers. (R) 3.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 4.00 Victorious. (PG, R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M, R) 8.30 Sam Taunton: Live From The Enmore Cafe. (MA15+) 9.40 Gogglebox UK. (M) (Series return) 10.40 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Just For Laughs Australia. (M, R) 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. (PG) 11.00 The Movie Show. (M) 12.00 Party Of Five. (M, R) 12.50 Rise Up. (M, R) 1.45 Bananas. (R) 1.50 The Rising. (R) 3.20 WorldWatch. 3.50 Insight. (R) 4.50 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 5.40 The Bee Whisperer. (PG, R) 6.40 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R) 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R) 8.30 The UnXplained. (MA15+) 9.20 Cracking The Code. (M) 10.20 Dark Side Of Comedy. (MA15+) 11.15 Late Programs.

FOOD

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Chocolate Queen. (R) 2.00 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.30 Wok The World. (PG) 5.00 Lightened Up. (PG, R) 5.30 Railway Vietnam. (PG, R) 6.00 Mary Makes It Easy. (PG) 6.30 Dishing It Up. (PG, R) 7.00 Guillaume’s Paris. (PG, R) 7.30

The Chocolate Queen. (R) 8.00 Rick Stein’s Cornwall. (PG, R) 8.30 Far Eastern Odyssey. (PG, R) 9.40 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Christmas Special. (PG, R) 10.45 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. (PG, R) 11.35 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 Rugby League. Queensland Murri Carnival Finals. Women’s Game 1. Replay. 3.10 Rugby League. Queensland Murri Carnival Finals. Men’s Game 1. Replay. 4.10 Tiwi Islands Football League. Grand Final. Imalu Tigers v Muluwurri Magpies. Replay. 5.40 Kungka Kunpu. 5.50 Amplify. 6.20 News. 6.30 Nature’s Great Migration. 7.30 African American: Many Rivers To Cross. 8.30 Australia Burns: Silence Of The Land. 9.55 MOVIE: Bank Robber. (MA15+) (1993) 11.35 Late Programs.

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Rosehaven. (PG, R)

1.30 Poh’s Kitchen Lends A Hand. (R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time.

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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

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

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program that leads national debate and confronts issues that matter.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers.

9.35 Planet America. A look at American politics.

10.05 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Michael Parkinson.

10.55 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events.

11.10 The Business. (R) Presented by Kathryn Robinson.

11.25 Q+A. (R)

12.30 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill. (PG, R)

1.20 Annika. (M, R)

2.05 There Goes Our Neighbourhood. (M, R)

3.05 Rage. (MA15+) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 The Poles Revealed. (PG, R) 8.30 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 9.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 10.05 Inside The Sydney Opera House. (R) 11.05 Catalyst. 12.05 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. 12.50 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 1.30 Would I Lie To You? 2.00 Red Dwarf. (Final) 2.30 ABC News Update. 2.35 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Chris Watts: Confessions Of A Killer. (M) (2020) Sean Kleier.

2.00 World’s Deadliest: Sink Swim Slide Capsize. (M) A fisherman encounters hungry sharks.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 This Is Your Life: Rebecca Gibney. (PG) The who’s who of drama and comedy celebrate everyone’s favourite honorary Aussie, Rebecca Gibney.

9.20 9-1-1. (M) Hen fears for Karen’s life when an explosion rocks her lab on the day she brings Denny to work with her.

10.20 S.W.A.T. (M) Mumford returns to work a 15-year-old cold case that holds a personal connection. Hondo is leery of Leroy’s motives when he discovers he is seeking funding for a new business venture with his son, Darryl.

11.20 The Latest: Seven News.

11.50 Heartbreak Island Australia. (M) Chris and Tiarne are consciously re-coupled. New boy Antoni turns heads.

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 The Block. (PG, R) 1.50 Talking Honey. (PG, R) Takes a look at relationship issues. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 My Mum, Your Dad. (M) (New Series) Follows single parents who are looking to find love again while secretly being observed by their adult children.

9.10 Under Investigation: Bad Faith. (PG) Liz Hayes and the team expose the abuse faced by young women at the hands of the Esther Foundation.

10.10 Suburban Gangsters: The Armed Robbers. (MA15+, R) Takes a look at the lives of two notorious armed robbers, Russell “Mad Dog” Cox and Ray “Chuck” Bennett.

11.10 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

11.40 The Equalizer. (M, R) McCall’s online ad leads her to a mother whose son has been kidnapped by a human trafficker.

12.30 Emergence. (M, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Shopping. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 10.30 To Be Advised. 12.00 Emmerdale. (PG, R) 12.30 Coronation Street. (PG, R) 1.00 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 5.00 Animal Rescue. (R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M, R) 10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Smash. (PG, R) 1.00 Baywatch. (M, R) 2.00 Full House. (R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 The Weakest Link USA. (PG) 8.30 Dating No Filter UK. (MA15+, R) 9.00 Love Island Australia. (MA15+) 10.00 MOVIE: Ted 2. (MA15+, R) (2015) 12.15 I Am Cait. (M, R) 1.15 Kardashians. (M, R) 2.10 Baywatch. (PG, R) 3.00 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Children’s Programs. 2.00 What’s Cooking, Omari? (R) 2.05 Children’s Programs. 5.15 Clam Brain. 5.20 Kung Fu Panda. (PG, R) 5.45 Total DramaRama. (R) 5.55 So Awkward. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.30 Operation Ouch! (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.00

The Deep. (R) 8.25 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.45 Danger Mouse. (R) 8.55 Find Me In Paris. 9.20 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.45 Rage. (PG, R) 10.50 Close. (R)

NEWS

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Car Club. (PG, R) 2.00 Inside Line. (M) 3.00 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. (R) 3.30 Motor Racing. Australia Rally Championship. Round 6. Adelaide Hills Rally. 4.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Support Races. Porsche Carrera Cup Australia. Highlights. 5.30 American Restoration. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 American Pickers. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Django Unchained. (MA15+, R) (2012) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 The Best 30 Years. (PG, R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 Explore. (R) 2.00 The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Ship. (PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.30 MOVIE: The Angry Silence. (PG, R) (1960) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 Whitstable Pearl. (M) 10.40 Law & Order: S.V.U. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.05 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Match It. (R) 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 Instant Hotel. (PG, R) 12.00 9-1-1. (M, R) 3.00 Black-ish. (PG, R) 3.30 To Be Advised. 5.00 The Goldbergs. (PG, R) 6.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Postcards. (PG) 11.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 12.00 Flipping Virgins. (PG, R) 1.00 Flip Or Flop. (R) 2.00 Christina On The Coast. (PG, R) 3.00 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Mega Decks. (R) 4.30 Lawn & Order. (R) 5.00 Good Bones. (PG, R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 8.30 No Demo Reno. 9.30 Why The Heck Did I Buy This House? (PG) 10.30 Hot Properties: San Diego. 11.30 NYC: Real Housewives Of... (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Traitors. (PG, R) 2.40 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (Series return) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

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

7.30 The Traitors. (PG) Fear of heights are tested once again with an $18k Silver Challenge high above the treetops.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) (Final) A fast-paced look at news, with Sam Pang and Ed Kavalee joined by other celebrity panellists to compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

9.40 Ghosts. (PG) Sasappis convinces Sam and Jay to try to save an old tree on the property.

10.10 Peter Helliar: Loopy. (MA15+) A standup comedy performance by Peter Helliar exploring how the world is loopy.

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

12.25 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, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture.

BOLD

6.00 Shopping. 7.30 Infomercials. (PG) 8.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 10.00 Offroad Adv. (R) 11.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS: LA. (M, R) 1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 2.00 Bull. (M, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 3.30 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 4.30 ST: Next Gen. (R) 5.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 The Code. (M, R) 11.15 Blood And Treasure. (M, R) 12.15 Shopping. (R) 2.15 48 Hours. (M, R) 3.10 ST: Next Gen. (R) 4.05 MacGyver. (PG, R)

PEACH

6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 The Middle. (PG, R) 12.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 12.30 Friends. (PG, R) 2.30 The Middle. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (M, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 2.30 James Corden. (M) 3.30 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. (R) 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 2.30 The Loud House. (R) 3.00 SpongeBob. (R) 3.30 Game Shakers. (R) 4.30 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 5.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Peppermint. (MA15+, R) (2018) Jennifer Garner. 10.30 Drunk History. (M, R) 11.00 Drunk History. (MA15+, R) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 10.10 Incredible Homes. 11.10 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG) 12.10 BBC Weekend News. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 3.00 Journey Through Albania. (R) 3.35 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Empire With Michael Portillo. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Contestants are given two minutes to answer questions on their chosen subject.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. (M) Celebrity guests include Oliver Twist, Concetta Caristo, Nath Valvo and Carlo Ritchie.

8.30 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. (M) Part 3 of 5. The trauma team tends to a pilot who has crashed his plane on take-off.

9.25 24 Hours In Emergency: Miracles. (M, R) A compilation of stories from King’s College and St George’s focusing on miraculous recoveries.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 The Promise. (M) Tony is arrested.

11.55 Outlander. (MA15+, R) Roger and Brianna face a difficult choice.

1.05 Fargo. (MA15+, R) 3.50 Food Safari. (R) 4.20 French Food Safari. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. (PG, R) 11.00 The Movie Show. (PG, R) 12.00 MOVIE: Elementary. (M, R) (2016) 1.55 Bizarre Foods. (R) 2.45 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. (R) 2.55 Musk And Mars. (R) 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. (PG) 5.45 Joy Of Painting. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M, R) 9.25 PEN15. (MA15+) 10.35 Hillary. (M, R) 11.45 Couples Therapy. (M, R) 12.55 Late Programs.

FOOD

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.35 Simply Raymond Blanc. (R) 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Spencer’s Big 30. (R) 3.30 From Scratch. 4.30 Cook Like An Italian. (R) 5.00 David Rocco’s Dolce India. 5.30 Tales From River Cottage. (PG, R) 6.30 Gourmet Farmer. (PG, R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. (R) 8.00 A Girl’s Guide. (PG, R) 8.30 Food Fight Club. (PG, R) 9.30 Dine With Me UK. (PG, R) 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 11.00 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 The Land We’re On With Penelope Towney. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Raven’s Quest. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 APTN National News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 News. 6.50 Undiscovered Vistas. 7.40 Outback Lockdown. 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.00 Miniseries: DI Ray. 9.55 My Maori Midwife. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R)

12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 The Capture. (M, R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time.

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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

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

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Stuff The British Stole: Stoned. (M) Marc Fennell investigates a wild heist.

8.30 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (PG) Part 2 of 3. Magda unpacks the frightening reality of how so much of the food we eat is making us sick.

9.30 Jeffrey Smart. (R) The story of Jeffrey Smart.

10.30 People’s Republic Of Mallacoota: That’s A Lot Of Sausage Sizzles. (M, R) (Final) The citizens vote on the recovery plan.

11.00 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events.

11.15 The Business. (R) Presented by Kathryn Robinson.

11.30 Four Corners. (R)

12.20 Media Watch. (PG, R)

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2019. (R)

Miniseries: Des. (M, R)

Miniseries: The Cry. (M, R) 3.55 Rage.

4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) 8.30 Ghosts. (PG) 9.00 Blunt Talk. (M) 9.30 Friday Night Dinner. (M, R) 9.55 Rosehaven. (PG, R) 10.20 Fisk. (PG, R) 10.50 Motherland. 11.25 Sick Of It. (Final) 11.50 Black Comedy. 12.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.40 Preppers. 2.15 ABC News Update. 2.20 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: My Daughter Must Live. (M, R) (2014) A woman seeks a liver donor for her daughter. Joelle Carter, Madeleine Martin.

2.00 Police: Hour Of Duty. (M, R)

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Kitchen Nightmares Australia. (M) Celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge has just five days to turn around the fortunes of Café De Vie.

8.35 The Good Doctor. (M) Shaun, Asher and Powell treat a young patient on Halloween with a rare hereditary disease. Glassman and Shaun must overcome their differences to find a solution for Lim’s paralysis.

9.35 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. (PG) Presenter Cherry Healey and the 10YY team come to the aid of a train conductor and a teacher.

10.35 The Latest: Seven News.

11.05 Chicago Fire. (M) Cruz forms a bond with a young immigrant boy he meets while fighting an apartment fire.

12.05 The Resident. (M, R) Devon and Irving are inundated with patients in the emergency room on Thanksgiving.

1.00 Home Shopping. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 My Mum, Your Dad. (M, R) 1.50 Talking Honey. (PG) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) Presented by Alexander Armstrong.

3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 My Mum, Your Dad. (M) Follows single parents who are looking to find love again, however, they are unaware that they are being setup by their adult children, who are secretly watching every move. Hosted by Kate Langbroek.

9.10 Travel Guides. (PG, R) Ordinary Australians become travel critics, embarking on a road trip holiday to the Red Centre.

10.10 Botched. (M, R) A bombshell who cannot keep fat in her booty seeks advice from Terry.

11.10 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

11.40 Skin A&E. (M) A woman seeks help with a lipoma that been attached to her back for almost a decade.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Emmerdale. (PG, R) 12.30 Coronation Street. (PG, R) 1.00 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 3.00 Creek To Coast. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 5.00 Animal Rescue. (PG, R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R) 8.30 Judge John Deed. (M, R) 10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG, R) 11.30 Air Crash Investigation. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Baywatch. (M, R) 2.00 Full House. (R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 Botched. (M, R) 8.30 Dating No Filter UK. (MA15+, R) 9.00 Love Island Australia. (MA15+) 10.00 MOVIE: Billy Madison. (M, R) (1995) 11.45 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 12.10 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Children’s Programs. 10.45 Leo’s Pollinators. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 2.00 What’s Cooking, Omari? (R) 2.05 Children’s Programs. 5.45 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.00 So Awkward. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.30 Operation Ouch! (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.05 The Deep. (R) 8.30 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.50 Danger Mouse. (R) 9.00 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.25 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.50 Rage. (PG, R) 10.50 Close.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. (PG, R) 1.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 2.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 3.00 Wild Transport. (PG, R) 3.30 Heavy Lifting. (PG, R) 4.30 Irish Pickers. (PG, R) 5.30 American Restoration. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG) 9.30 Outback Truckers. (M, R) 10.30 Outback Truckers. (PG, R) 11.30 Jade Fever. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Ship. (PG) 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.20 MOVIE: It’s All Happening. (R) (1963) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.30 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG, R) 9.00 Tennis. Billie Jean King Cup. Finals. Group B. Australia v Slovakia. 3.00 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 Instant Hotel. (PG, R) 12.00 9-1-1. (M, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.10 Restaurant Revolution. (PG, R) 3.10 Black-ish. (PG, R) 4.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 4.30 American Dad! (PG, R) 5.00 Simpsons. (PG, R) 6.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M, R) 8.30 Ramsay’s Costa Del Nightmares. (M, R) 9.30 Kitchen Nightmares USA. (M, R) 11.30 Hell’s Kitchen USA. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 No Demo Reno. (R) 1.00 House Hunters. (R) 2.00 Hot Properties: San Diego. (R) 3.00 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Mega Decks. (R) 4.30 Lawn & Order. (R) 5.00 Why The Heck Did I Buy This House? (PG, R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. (R) 8.30 Our Yorkshire Farm. (PG) 9.30 Restored. (R) 10.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. (R) 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Traitors. (PG, R) 2.10 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First.

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

7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PG, R) Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it matches dogs to their new families.

8.30 The Cheap Seats. (M) From major news stories to entertainment and viral videos, presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.30 NCIS. (M) Agent Knight’s past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, a US National Parks Service agent, teams up with NCIS to investigate a camp-site murder that was originally mistaken for a bear attack.

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, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture.

BOLD

6.00 Shopping. (R) 7.30 Infomercials. (PG) 8.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 10.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS: LA. (M, R) 1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 2.00 Bull. (M, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 3.30 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 4.30 ST: Next Gen. (R) 5.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Bull. (M, R) 10.20 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.15 Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG) 1.15 Shopping. 2.15 The Code. (M, R) 3.10 ST: Next Gen. (R) 4.05 Late Programs.

PEACH

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 8.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 6. New Zealand Breakers v Sydney Kings. Replay. 10.30 Becker. (PG, R) 11.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.30 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 1.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Mom. (PG, R) 9.55 Mom. (M, R) 10.45 Mom. (PG, R) 11.10 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Late Programs.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Baby Shark’s Big Show. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. (R) 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 2.30 The Loud House. (R) 3.00 SpongeBob. (R) 3.30 Game Shakers. (R) 4.30 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 5.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: 12 Strong. (MA15+, R) (2018) Chris Hemsworth. 11.05 Drunk History. (M, R) 11.35 James Corden. (M) 12.35 Late Programs.

SOLUTIONS & ANSWERS

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 10.00 Incredible Homes. 11.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 3.00 Journey Through Albania. (PG, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Empire With Michael Portillo. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Contestants are given two minutes to answer questions on their chosen subject.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Port Talbot To Pembrey Burry Port. (PG) Michael Portillo’s coastal rail adventure along the south coast of Wales reaches the town of Port Talbot.

8.30 The Cleaning Company. (MA15+) Takes a look at the story of Sandra Pankhurst and her trauma cleaning business.

10.05 The Artist’s View: Olivia NewtonJohn. (M) Olivia Newton-John, Brian Grant and Arlene Phillips discuss the making of the music video for Physical

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Wisting. (M) The investigation takes a new turn.

12.00 Outlier. (M, R) 3.20 Children Of 9/11: Our Story. (M, R) 4.20 French Food Safari. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. (PG, R) 11.00 The Movie Show. (R) 12.00 MOVIE: Equity. (M, R) (2016) 1.50 One Armed Chef. (M, R) 2.45 FIFA World Cup 2022: The Journey. (R) 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. (PG) 5.45 Joy Of Painting. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Alone. (PG) 9.40 Forbidden History. (Series return) 10.35 Valley Of The Boom. (M, R) 11.30 Naked. (MA15+, R) 12.30 The Bad Kids. (M, R) 1.30 Late Programs.

FOOD

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Simply Raymond Blanc. (R) 2.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.00 Spencer’s Big 30. (R) 3.30 From Scratch. 4.30 Cook Like An Italian. (R) 5.00 David Rocco’s Dolce India. 5.30 Tales From River Cottage. (PG, R) 6.30 Gourmet Farmer. (R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. (R) 8.00 All Up In My Grill. (PG) 8.30 BBQ Brawl. (PG) 9.30 Dine With Me UK. (PG, R) 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 11.00 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.25 My Maori Midwife. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Raven’s Quest. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Indian Country Today News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.30 News. 6.40 Undiscovered Vistas. 7.30 Faboriginal. 8.00 Wellington Paranormal. (PG) 8.30 The Casketeers. (PG, R) 9.00 Kura. 9.20 Good Grief. (M, R) 9.50 Trickster. (M) 10.50 Late Programs.

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS #659

1 AIDS awareness campaign, 2 Manning Clark, 3 offensive, 4 grape variety, 5 small owl, 6 etymology, 7 four, 8 Oxford and Cambridge universities, 9 maremma, 10 yeast.

Build-a-Word solution 369 Newcastle, Queenscliff Freshwater, Malabar, McMasters, Collaroy, Shelley, Tuncurry. Find the Words solution 1238 Sport

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Monash And Me. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 National Press Club Address.

1.40 Media Watch. (PG, R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time.

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

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

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Question Everything. Wil Anderson and Jan Fran are joined by a panel to dissect the news and sort the real from the rumours.

9.00 Fisk. (PG) Helen meets with two estranged brothers to broker a compromise over their mother’s will.

9.30 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

10.00 The Witchfinder. (M, R) (Final) Hebble gets Thomasine jailed.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Inside The Sydney Opera House: It’ll Be Alright On The Night. (R)

12.05 Marcella. (M, R) Adam gets a lift from an elderly couple.

12.50 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R)

Rage. (MA15+) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

ABC TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 8.00 Art Works. (PG) 8.30 Days Like These With Diesel. 9.30 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. (M, R) 10.15 Stuff The British Stole. (M, R) 10.45 The Human Revolution. 11.40 Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America. 12.45 Catalyst. 1.40 ABC News Update. 1.45 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: His Perfect Obsession. (M, R) (2018) Arianne Zucker.

2.00 Police: Hour Of Duty. (M, R) Detectives investigate grooming allegations.

3.00 The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh.

4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 Hey Hey We’re 50. (PG, R) Daryl Somers hosts a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the launch of Australia’s longest-running variety show, Hey Hey It’s Saturday

9.15 Air Crash Investigation: North Sea Nightmare. (PG) Takes a look at a 2014 incident involving Loganair Flight 6780 to the Shetland Islands, Scotland, when the turboprop managed to narrowly avert disaster after a lightning strike caused it to plunge out of control.

10.15 The Latest: Seven News.

10.45 The Amazing Race. (PG) Armed with a limited budget, the teams continue their race around the world.

11.45 To Be Advised.

12.15 Mean Mums. (PG, R) A woman’s son starts primary school.

1.00 Home Shopping. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 My Mum, Your Dad. (M, R) 1.50 Talking Honey. (PG) A look at the issue of cheating. 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Semifinal. From the SCG.

10.00 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 Family Law. (M) Abby and Daniel represent a woman whose divorce gets ugly when her ex-husband accuses her of being in a cult.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Real Love Boat Australia. (PG, R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First.

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

7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PG, R) Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it matches dogs to their new families.

8.30 The Real Love Boat Australia. The passengers sail to Athens, and three lucky couples head to shore to see if love can blossom. However, with rocky seas on the horizon, one single may see their dreams capsized. Hosted by Darren McMullen, with Hannah Ferrier and Daniel Doody.

10.00 My Life Is Murder. (M) A frosty reception awaits Alexa when she investigates how a chef at a resort died in his own walk-in freezer.

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

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Peer To Peer. (R) 10.00 Incredible Homes. 11.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 3.00 Journey Through Albania. (R) 3.35 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Empire With Michael Portillo. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Jennifer Byrne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Charles: The New King. (PG) Part 2 of 2. Takes a continued look at King Charles III, the oldest monarch ever to ascend to the British throne.

8.30 Stolen: Catching The Art Thieves: Franfurt. (M) Part 2 of 3. Takes a look at the story of the theft of two Turners on loan from the Tate in 1994.

9.35 Nine Perfect Strangers. (MA15+) The pressure on Masha intensifies, as she juggles guests, staff and her absolute commitment to the Marconi family.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 No Man’s Land. (M, R) Anna’s story is recounted chronologically.

11.55 Bad Banks. (MA15+, R) A finance minister is shaking things up.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Today.

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Emmerdale. (PG, R) 12.30 Coronation Street. (PG, R) 1.00 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 3.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R) 4.00 Weekender. (R) 4.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 5.00 Animal Rescue. (R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R) 8.45 Lewis. (M, R) 10.45

Born To Kill? (MA15+, R) 11.45 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls. (MA15+, R) 12.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Carrie Diaries. (M, R) 1.00 Baywatch. (M, R) 2.00 Full House. (R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 Dating No Filter UK. (M) 8.30 Love Island Australia. (MA15+) 9.30 MOVIE: American Pie 2. (MA15+, R) (2001) 11.30 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 12.00 I Am Cait. (M, R) 1.00 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Children’s Programs. 2.00 What’s Cooking, Omari? (R) 2.05 Children’s Programs. 5.20 Clam Brain. 5.25 Kung Fu Panda. (PG, R) 5.45 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.00 So Awkward. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.30 Operation Ouch! (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.30 Shaun

The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.05

The Deep. (R) 8.25 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.45 Danger Mouse. (R) 9.00

Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.25 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.50 Rage. (PG, R) 10.50 Close.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. (PG, R) 1.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 2.00 Aussie Salvage Squad. (PG, R) 3.00 Wild Transport. (PG, R) 3.30 Heavy Lifting. (PG, R) 4.30 Irish Pickers. (PG, R) 5.30 American Restoration. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M) 8.30

MOVIE: X-Men: The Last Stand. (M, R) (2006) 10.40 MOVIE: Universal Soldier. (MA15+, R) (1992) 12.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 Explore. (R) 2.00 The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Ship. (PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.30 MOVIE: The Queen Of Spades. (PG, R) (1949) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup PreShow. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 As Time Goes By. (R) 8.50 Midsomer Murders. (M, R) 10.50 Chicago P.D. (MA15+) 11.50 Danger Man. (PG, R) 1.00 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 Instant Hotel. (PG, R) 12.00 Gordon, Gino & Fred: The Ultimate Road Trip. (M, R) 3.00 Black-ish. (PG, R) 4.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 4.30 American Dad! (PG, R) 5.00 Simpsons. (PG, R) 6.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The Museum. (PG, R) (2006) 9.45 MOVIE: Da Kath & Kim Code. (PG, R) (2005) 11.45 MOVIE: Wilson. (MA15+, R) (2017) 1.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Australia’s Best House. (R) 11.00 Restored. (R) 12.00 How Close Can I Beach? (R) 1.00 Beach Hunters. (R) 2.00 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. (R) 3.00 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Mega Decks. (R) 4.30 Lawn & Order. (R) 5.00 Our Yorkshire Farm. (PG, R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Boise Boys. (R) 8.30 Home Town. 9.30 House Hunters Reno. (R) 10.30 Caribbean Life. (R) 11.30 Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

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

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture.

BOLD

6.00 Shopping. 7.30 Infomercials. (PG) 8.00

4x4 Adventures. (R) 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 10.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 12.00

NCIS: LA. (M, R) 1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 2.00 Bull. (M, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 3.30 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 4.30 ST: Next Gen. (R) 5.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M, R) 10.20 Tommy. (M, R) 11.15 Evil. (M, R) 12.15 Shopping. (R) 2.15 Hawaii Five-O. (M, R) 3.10 ST: Next Gen. (R) 4.05 MacGyver. (PG, R)

PEACH

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Friends. (PG, R) 1.00 Becker. (PG, R) 2.00 NBL Slam. 2.30 Big Bang. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 7.30 Friends. (R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.20 Two And A Half Men. (PG, R) 10.10 Big Bang. (M, R) 10.35 Big Bang. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Guppies. (R) 10.00 Butterbean’s Cafe. (R) 10.30 Baby Shark’s Big Show. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. (R) 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 2.30 The Loud House. (R) 3.00 SpongeBob. (R) 3.30 Game Shakers. (R) 4.30 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 5.00 iCarly. (PG, R) 5.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 Catfish: The TV Show. (M, R) 11.00 James Corden. (M) 12.00 Late Programs.

12.55 Romulus. (MA15+, R)

3.55 French Food Safari. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. 11.00 The Movie Show. 12.00 MOVIE: In Harmony. (M, R) (2015) 1.40 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. (PG, R) 1.50 After The Virus. (M, R) 2.45 Front Up 1998. (PG, R) 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. (PG) 5.45 Joy Of Painting. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30

Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 10.10 MOVIE: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. (M, R) (2000) 12.20 Late Programs.

FOOD

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Simply Raymond Blanc. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. 3.00 Poh’s Kitchen Lends A Hand. 3.30 From Scratch. 4.30 Cook Like An Italian. 5.00 David Rocco’s Dolce India. 5.30 Tales From River Cottage. 6.30 Gourmet Farmer. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. 8.00 Long Weekend In... With Rory O’Connell. (New Series) 8.30 John Torode’s Middle East. 9.00 Gino’s Italian Coastal Escape. 9.30 Dine With Me UK. 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Trading Cultures. 2.00 Shortland St. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Raven’s Quest. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.35 Never Stop Riding. 6.50 News. 7.00 Land Of Primates. (PG) 7.50 Peckham’s Finest. (M) 8.30 High Arctic Haulers. (PG) 9.20 Australia Burns: Silence Of The Land. (PG) 10.45 Late Programs.

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News

Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 That Pacific Sports Show. (R) 11.00 All Creatures Great And Small. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

1.30 Question Everything. (R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time.

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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

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

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 You Can’t Ask That: Carnies And Show People. (M, R) Travelling showpeople answer questions.

8.30 Q+A. Public affairs program featuring Stan Grant and a panel of experts answering questions.

9.35 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (Final) Kurt Fearnley speaks with Judith Lucy.

10.05 Stuff The British Stole: Stoned. (M, R) Marc Fennell investigates a wild heist.

10.35 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events.

10.50 The Business. (R) Presented by Elysse Morgan.

11.05 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (PG, R) Part 2 of 3.

12.05 Barrenjoey Road. (M, R) Part 1 of 3.

1.05 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) Presented by Michael Parkinson.

2.05 Rage. (MA15+)

The Drum. (R)

7.30. (R)

ABC TV PLUS

6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.25 Alva’s World. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.20 Bluey. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.30 Mock The Week. (Final) 9.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 9.30 Question Everything. (R) 10.00 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG, R) 10.45 Doctor Who. 11.30 Sick Of It. (Final) 11.55 Anne Edmonds: What’s Wrong With You? 1.00 Blunt Talk. 1.30 ABC News Update. 1.35 Close. 5.00 Children’s Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Body Heat. (M, R) (1981) William Hurt.

2.30 Kochie’s Business Builders. Information and advice for businesses.

3.00 The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 7News Local.

6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

8.30 Kath & Kim. (PG, R) Brett plans a romantic trip away with Kim in tropical Queensland to try and reinvigorate their marriage. However, much to Brett’s chagrin, Kath, Kel and Sharon go along. Sharon is accused of ball tampering, again.

10.50

The Latest: Seven News.

11.20 Autopsy USA: Lucille Ball. (M, R) Forensic pathologist Dr Michael Hunter reinvestigates the 1989 death of Lucille Ball, who perished in the wake of surgery from an unrelated abdominal aortic aneurysm that may have been the result of smoking.

12.30 Home Shopping.

Seven Early News.

Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Sinister Savior. (M, R) (2020) Marci Miller. 1.50 Talking Honey. (PG) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 RBT. (M) Follows police units that operate random breath-test patrols around Australia.

8.30 Paramedics. (M) Alarm bells ring for paramedics when a fit young man suddenly has multiple seizures.

9.30 A+E After Dark. (M) A 75-year-old being treated for a fall at Hull Royal Infirmary is found to have potentially infected blisters.

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

11.00

The First 48: Soldier Down/Blood Vendetta. (M, R) Detectives investigate into the murder of Tabaris Sheats, a young father gunned down at an abandoned car wash.

11.50 Pure Genius. (M) James treats his elementary school teacher.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GO!

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 8.00 Shopping. 8.30 Master Build. (PG, R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Emmerdale. (PG, R) 12.30 Coronation Street. (PG, R) 1.00 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 3.00 South Aussie With Cosi. (PG) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.30 Medical Emergency. (PG, R) 5.00 Animal Rescue. (R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Grace. (MA15+, R) 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Carrie Diaries. (M, R) 1.00 Baywatch. (PG, R) 2.00 Full House. (R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 Survivor. (PG) 8.30 Love Island Australia. (MA15+) 9.30 Naked Attraction. (MA15+) 10.30 Life After Lockup. (M) 11.30 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Children’s Programs. 2.00 What’s Cooking, Omari? (R) 2.05 Children’s Programs. 5.20 Clam Brain. 5.25 Kung Fu Panda. (PG, R) 5.45 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.00 So Awkward. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.30 Operation Ouch! (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.30 Shaun

The Sheep. (R) 7.40 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.05

The Deep. (R) 8.25 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 8.45 Danger Mouse. (R) 9.00

Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.25 Mustangs FC. (R) 9.50 Rage. (PG, R) 10.50 Close.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 American Restoration. (PG, R) 10.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 11.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 12.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. (PG, R) 1.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 2.00 Family Guy. (M, R) 2.30 Towies. (PG, R) 2.45 Heavy Lifting. (PG, R) 3.45 Irish Pickers. (PG, R) 4.45 Mates On A Mission. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 MOVIE: Taken. (M, R) (2008) 9.30 MOVIE: Takers. (M, R) (2010) 11.45 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 TV Shop. (R) 7.00 Creflo. (PG) 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 Explore. (R) 2.00 The World’s Most Expensive Cruise Ship. (PG) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.30 MOVIE: The Dancing Years. (R) (1950) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.30 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Pre-Show. 7.00 Cricket. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Semi-final. 10.00 To Be Advised. 12.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Get Arty. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 Instant Hotel. (PG, R) 12.00 9-1-1. (M, R) 2.00 Blindspot. (M, R) 3.00 The Change Labz. (PG, R) 3.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 4.00 MOVIE: Hibiscus And Ruthless. (PG, R) (2018) 6.00 Modern Family. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Fred Claus. (PG, R) (2007) Vince Vaughn. 10.50 MOVIE: Father Figures. (M, R) (2017) 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 House Hunters. (R) 11.00 Lawn & Order. (R) 11.30 Home Town. (R) 12.30 Caribbean Life. (R) 1.30 Boise Boys. (R) 2.30 The Block. (PG, R) 4.00 Mega Decks. (R) 4.30 Pool Kings. (R) 5.00 House Hunters Reno. (R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Int. 8.30 Buy It Or Build It. (New Series) 9.30 My Lottery Dream Home. (PG, R) 10.30 Half-Price Paradise. 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (R) 8.00 10 News First: Breakfast. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Real Love Boat Australia. (R) 2.30 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

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

7.30 Ambulance Australia. (M, R) Paramedics deal with a motor vehicle accident, a brain injury, a house fire and a suspected case of domestic violence as severe delays cause a shortage in ambulances and long wait times for patients.

8.30 The Real Love Boat Australia. The Greek city of Santorini provides a backdrop for dates aboard the Regal Princess, with relationships becoming more serious. Hosted by Darren McMullen, with Hannah Ferrier and Daniel Doody.

9.30 To Be Advised.

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, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture.

BOLD

6.00 Shopping. 7.30 Infomercials. (PG) 8.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 9.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 10.00 MacGyver. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS: LA. (M, R) 1.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 2.00 Bull. (M, R) 3.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 3.30 The Love Boat. (PG, R) 4.30 ST: Next Gen. (R) 5.30 MacGyver. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Bull. (M, R) 10.30 The Code. (M, R) 11.30 48 Hours. (M, R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 2.00 Tommy. (M, R) 3.00 ST: Next Gen. (R) 4.00 Late Programs.

PEACH

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 Friends. (PG, R) 10.30 The Middle. (PG, R) 12.00 Living Room. (R) 1.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 2.00 Becker. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 2.30 Late Programs.

SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. (R) 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG, R) 2.30 The Loud House. (R) 3.00 SpongeBob. (R) 3.30 Game Shakers. (R) 4.30 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. (R) 5.00 iCarly. (R) 5.30 Victorious. (PG, R) 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Three To Tango. (M, R) (1999) Matthew Perry. 10.30 Catfish: The TV Show. (M, R) 11.20 James Corden. (M) 12.20 Late Programs.

ODDS, ENDS & INSPIRATION

STRANGE BUT TRUE

A border collie named Saul took a leaf out of another (albeit fictional) canine’s book, being praised as a “real-life Lassie” when he led two members of a search party to his owner after the man was injured on a hike.

It’s not just trees that help provide us humans with oxygen –about half of that in our atmosphere is a byproduct of photosynthesis from the microscopic sea algae known as phytoplankton. Rhubarb grows so fast you can ac tually hear it!

Legend holds that when a pope die s, it’s the custom to strike him on the head three times with a silver hammer to ensure he’s really deceased.

A survey revealed that nearly half of the unmarried gents polled washed their bedsheets a mere

four times a year, instead of the recommended once per week. Singletons, there may be a lesson in there.

May never begins or ends on the s ame day of the week as any other month in any given year.

Proof that crime doesn’t pay... even in space! Earlier this year, Canada passed a law allowing prosecution of crimes committed by the country’s astronauts on the moon or on their way to it.

The greatest number of people to play a single piano simultaneously is 23.

NOW HERE’S A TIP

With Halloween behind us for another year, here are some tips we learned from this week’s celebrations. Some of these can be used at any time (for example, at your school’s next dress-up day), other-

wise store them up for next year!

Halloween can be a spooky good time for children and adults alike, but the cost of costumes can be downright scary. When I was a child, my brother and I dressed as a pirate and a gypsy, respectively, for several years, as they were costumes that could be put together using things you might find around the house.

Almost anyone can come up with a ghost costume (basically, a white sheet with eyes cut out and cut off at the bottom so it’s not too long). How about dressing up that ghost with costume jewellery and makeup, or a moustache/beard drawn on, with a tie and carrying a briefcase labelled “Scare Corporation”? Use hats or other dress-up accessories to make Dr. Ghost or Officer Ghost. The possibilities are endless. Be an over-the-top tourist: A loud Hawaiian-style shirt paired

with a pair of shorts, perhaps socks with sandals? Carry a camera on a strap around your neck. Use a small carry-on bag as your treat bag, or decorate a paper sack by gluing on squares cut from a map.

Turn yourself into a human Static Cling Thing! Use safety pins to pin a variety of small items to your outfit – think socks, scarves, even a pair of undies if you dare! Tease hair until it’s standing straight up, and use hairspray to keep it that way.

Get your hands on a large, clear plastic bag and some small colourful balloons. Cut leg and arm holes in the bag, with the opening side up (it will be secured at your neck). Blow up the balloons and fill the bag while you’re wearing it. Secure loosely at your neck with a pretty ribbon, and you’re an instant Bag of Jelly Beans. Make a sign to attach across your back or front. Be careful when you sit down!

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India Prime Time News. 9.00 Peer To Peer. (R) 10.00 Incredible Homes. 11.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Apocalypse: The Second World War. (PG, R) 3.00 Journey Through Albania. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Empire With Michael Portillo. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Jennifer Byrne.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Dishing It Up. (PG) Narrated by Veronica Milsom.

8.00 Guillaume’s Paris. (PG) Guillaume Brahimi explores the 17th and 18th arrondissements of Paris.

8.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: The Neapolitan Line, Italy. (PG) Bill Nighy narrates a journey on the the Neapolitan Line across Italy.

9.30 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+) (Final) June searches for a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its supporters in Toronto.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Gomorrah. (MA15+) Genny is ready to leave.

11.50 The Eagle. (M, R) Two bodies are found in a park.

1.00 The Eagle. (M, R) 4.15 French Food Safari. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

VICELAND

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Shortland St. (R) 11.00 The Movie Show. (R) 12.00 MOVIE: Chaplin. (M, R) (1992) 2.40 Front Up 1998. (PG, R) 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. (PG) 5.45 Joy Of Painting. (R) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG) 7.05 Jeopardy! (R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Curse Of Oak Island. (M) 10.10 The World’s Toughest Prisons. (MA15+) 11.05 In Search Of... (MA15+, R) 11.55 News. 12.50 Dark Side Of The Ring. (MA15+, R) 1.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Gino’s Italian Coastal Escape. 1.30 Simply Raymond Blanc. 2.30 My Market Kitchen. 3.00 Poh’s Kitchen Lends A Hand. 3.30 From Scratch. 4.30 Cook Like An Italian. 5.00 David Rocco’s Dolce India. 5.30 Tales From River Cottage. 6.30 Gourmet Farmer. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Dishing It Up. (PG) 8.00 Guillaume’s Paris. (PG) 8.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. (PG) 9.00 Gok Wan’s Easy Asian. (PG) 9.30 Dine With Me UK. (PG) 10.00 Bizarre Foods. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 Other Side Of The Rock. (R) 2.00 Shortland St. (PG, R) 2.30 The Cook Up. (R) 3.00 Bushwhacked! (PG, R) 3.25 The Magic Canoe. (R) 3.50 Wolf Joe. (R) 4.00 Raven’s Quest. (R) 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG, R) 4.35 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. (PG, R) 5.00 Our Stories. (R) 5.30

The 77 Percent. (PG) 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.30 News. 6.40 Land Of Primates. (R) 7.30 Going Places. (R) 8.30 Tribal. (M, R) 9.25 MOVIE: Arrowhead. (M, R) (2015) 11.10 Late Programs.

Order of Australia Regional Annual Luncheon

THE Dubbo/Orana Regional Group held a luncheon to welcome new recipients and others who were attending for the first time.

Despite flooded roads and continuing rain, there were 65 attendees from Bourke, Louth, Dunedoo, Wellington, Stuart Town, Gilgandra, Tottenham, Trangie and Coonabarabran as well as local residents. This followed a two-year interruption caused by Covid.

The Director and students from the Macquarie Conservatorium provided entertainment.

The Special Guest Speaker was Dr Florian Honeyball, chair of the Cancer Centre at the Dubbo Base Hospital, who addressed the group and explained the operation of the Centre and the new equipment which is the best in the west.

Dr Florian also complimented the regional community efforts in raising funds to build the Home Stay residences beside the hospital providing accommodation for patients and family from western areas.

The afternoon concluded with the drawing of the lucky door prize and raffle which were kindly provided by Rex Airlines and The Dubbo RSL Club.

Elsie Bosworth, Barbara and Richard Eade, David Bosworth

Margaret Hughes, Ruby Riach and Wally Flynn. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Friends and family joined recipients at the luncheon

Australia Day Awards Luncheon Committee

Ruby Riach and David Creenaune

Guest speaker Dr Florian Honeyball

Left to right, Wendy Sheridan, Ros Walters, John and Elizabeth Allen

John McKenzie, Doug Elliot and Kath Readford

Reg Ferguson, Susan Turner and Brian Semmler

Cricketers back on deck

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO and District competitions have been an on-again-off-again basis in the 22/23 season but the sight of sun brought all teams back to the pitch.

Newtown batsman Dan French led his team to a win over Souths. The talented keeper-batsman was unbeaten on 92 in a total of 6/219, well supported by opener Steve Skinner who crafted 47.

Souths were all out for 146. Young all-rounder Lachie Rummans top-scored with 34 while Steve Skinner sealed a good match taking 4/34.

RSL Colts and CYMS were the other first grade winners over the weekend.

Hugh Sienkiewicz (Souths) puts his back into it.Ali Raza (Newtown) made 17 at the top of the order Hugh Sienkiewicz

Left: Umpire Nathan Astri pays close attention.

Above and right: Harry Roscarel gives a Newtown batsman an extra life

Right: Ryan Boland Far right: Ali Raza hooks

Steve Skinner gave Newtown another solid startRyan Boland

Raza heads for the shedsJames O’ Brien and Kane McFarlaneNewtown opener Steve Skinner

Central West Cup Tennis

By ANDREW KIERATH (PARAMOUNT CLUB PRESIDENT)

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

GREAT day of tennis in the Central West Cup on Sunday 30 October.

The home court advantage helped Dubbo secure the last round (6th) in the Central West Cup (CWC) with Dubbo winning three rubbers, Bathurst one rubber and Orange zero rubbers.

This win enabled Dubbo to leapfrog Bathurst to finish second in the CWC.

Orange already had the title in the bag prior to the last round, after winning all four doubles matches at home in the fifth round in September. Orange was short a player and Jeremy Lambell kindly filled in at the last minute to help Orange make up the numbers.

Bathurst performed strongly in the A doubles, with Alex Mitton and Matt Stewart proving too strong for Dubbo’s Finn Edwards and Glen Armstrong. Orange pair Liam Gibson and Will Waterson came third.

There was a fantastic display of tennis with the power hitting and finesse on show. All players and spectators enjoyed watching the high level of tennis.

Dubbo’s B doubles team of Luke McConochie and Ben Strachan won this rubber by coming home in the last match against Bathurst’s Andrew Mitton and Matt Gibson. They came back from a set down and win in a super tie break. Whoever won the super tie break would have secured second position in the CWC for their club, and the match was watched with anticipation by all the Dubbo and Bathurst players.

The Orange Team of Will Rikard-Bell and Alex Kobeleff came third.

Dubbo’s C doubles pairing of Peter Moppett and Andrew Kierath secured this rubber with a tense match against Bathurst’s duo, while Orange was represented by Yuki Horne-Okano and Glenn Goodacre who placed third.

Dubbo’s D doubles pairing of Andy Martin and Adrian Betts won some very tight points against the Bathurst Team of John Mills and David Smith to clinch victory, and the Orange Team of Dave Kozul and Jeremy Lambell came third.

A big thankyou to Paramount Committee Members Paul and Mandy Wells for cooking the BBQ and feeding the group.

Looking forward to next year’s competition.

KIDS BACK IN FULL KIT

ALL the excitement and colour of getting into cricket returned to our over-watered pitches during the week.

Ken snapped these pics – hopefully not a rare sight for everyone who loves the buzz of bat on ball and the cries of “Howzat!”

Alex Kobeleff

Finn EdwardsGlenn Goodacre

Alex Mitton

John Bullock

Luke McConochie

Matt Tree

Will Rikard-Bell

Dubbo Basketball sinking goals

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO’S Open Women’s team has won the Western Region League.

The girls coaches Jarrod Klose and Scott Holmes have been extremely impressed by the team’s efforts in the highly competitive competition.

Basketball Coordinator Claire Hargreaves-Bynon says it is an outstanding result for the team

and their coaches.

“We held Bathurst to a thrilling 64 – 64 draw, beat Gilgandra 64 – 34 and went into Sunday’s final game needing a win to clinch the title. They did more than win! Our women were unstoppable sealing the League Premiership with a 105-75 masterclass,” she told Dubo Photo News.

The girls have a unique mix of local talent including two Japa-

nese players who are here fruit picking.

“Al and Shiho have been an exciting inclusion into the team adding speed and unbelievable ball skills. The girls do not speak English but that has not stopped them fitting right into the Dubbo Rams team,” Claire said.

girls,” she added.

Dubbo Basketball is returning to the boom days of past decades with record numbers across the age groups. An added incentive for younger players is the realisation that a PCYC and government funded multi-court stadium has passed another stage in

‘Build it and they will come’ is

Ain’t no river high enough

ONCE again our bowlers had to contend with some meteorological challenges to sate their appetite for the game they cherish.

Leo Balstad, Helene Emblen and Col Dover tried valiantly but went down to Ron Morrison, Pete Bennison and Debbie Hayden. Although they led early, Ron and team evened the scores after seven ends. Col’s mob added a couple of singles on the next two, but Ron’s lot then claimed the mat and notched up scores regularly to win 12-7; 11 ends to five.

In another ‘take-over’, Shirley Marchant, Roger Sherwin and Trish Gosper were relentless against Chris Castlehouse, Gordon Lummis and Pete Ruzans. Good bowling by Shirley and Roger forced their opponents to try strategies that failed – Trish and her offsiders led by two after eight then upped the ante adding 10 more shots by end 12. Chris, Gordon and Pete finally secured a five-shot score on 13 but it was not enough. Trish, Shirley and Roger home 19-11.

Chris Strojny and Mick Strawhan paired against Frank Armstrong and John Hayden. After eight ends Frank and John had nailed a triple to lead by five. A four score on end nine was handy for Chris and Mick, but they went into a scoring drought that allowed Frank and John to take the game 18 shots to 10.

U14s impress on the boards in D-League basketball

By GEOFF MANN

THE future of Dubbo Basketball is in good hands with three players competing in the NSW D-League competition recently.

Ziaire Forrester, Indi Amos and Mia Richardson travelled to Hills last weekend for the first round of the strong D-League.

“This is a competition bringing the best 30 metro and the best 30 country players together to compete and show their talent to NSW Coaches. It is one of the only times that city and country kids are thrown together to play which presents them with a unique opportunity,” according to Dubbo Basketball rep coordinator Claire Byron.

The three players travel to Penrith for Round 2 on Sunday.

“There’s a lot of travel but that’s always been the case for country players and their parents. The rewards are amazing and open the eyes of young players as to what is required to be the best you can be.”

Pictured: Indi Amos, Mia Richardson and Ziaire Forrester. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

The Sundy Combo bowlers welcomed Ken Whittaker to the fold, presenting him with Ruby Stockings and Pete Sinclair for the triples against Carl New, Dave Davis and Tod O’Dea. Ken and his partners showed their wares early, a six on end two giving momentum for a total of 16 by half time. They converted their 12 shots lead into a 24-9 victory.

Ray Strawhan, Eric Satchell and Karen Greenhalge were locked in a tense struggle against Ron McCauley, Al Andriske and Chris Crisante. At the half-way mark Ray and co were up 8-5 then Ron and his partners strung together some good ends and led by three. However, Team Ray rallied and claimed a 1513 win.

Mary Perry, Rob Pfeiffer and John Cole were locked up seven-all against Sue McCauley, Doc Livingston and Bryan O’Sullivan. Different story during the second half as a relaxed Bryan enjoyed watching Sue and Doc do their job! They added 11 shots over five ends against Coley’s six and took the lollies 18-13.

In the closest game of the day, Ron Millgate, Allan Stratford and Col Cottee kept their cool to record a one shot win over Pat Sherwin, Mel Giddings and Paul Goodstat. The lead changed on a couple of occasions and with just three ends to decide the coolest of the cool, both teams scored two each... and the winners Ron, Al and Col by one shot.

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Winners – Ken Whittaker, Ruby Stockings and Pete Sinclair;

Runners Up – Frank Armstrong and John Hayden;

Lucky numbers – Gordon Lummis, Graham Ross and Paul Goodstat;

Resters – Ken Whittaker and Pete Ruzans

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

Dubbo’s Open Women’s team. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

SPORT

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Little As has kicked off the 2022/23 season and the club has already seen some outstanding results from its members.

Club coach and Publicity Officer Sarah Ryan shared some early season achievements.

NSW PSSA State Championships 19th/20th October Homebush:  Marli Pay – 3rd 12 years Girls 100m; 2nd Senior Girls 200m;  Emily Lousick – 2nd 11 years Girls High Jump;

 Lucy Turner – 1st – 11 years Girls Discus;

“All three girls have now qualified for the School Sport Australia Track & Field Championships in Brisbane later this month,” she said.

NSW All Schools Athletics Championships 24-27th September Homebush:

 Ella Penman – 1st 16 years Girls 400m; 1st 16 years Girls 800m;

 Max McAneney – 1st 15 years Boys 400m; 2nd 15 years Boys 200m;

 Beau Wynne – 3rd – 12 Years Boys High Jump;  Grace Peters – 3rd – 14 Years Girls Shot Put;

Ella and Max gained qualifications for the Australian All Schools Championships in Adelaide 9th-11th December.

The club is running a few fundraisers over the next couple of weeks to assist these athletes with their travel costs.

“We had a local Aboriginal fellow Phillip Biles donate a didger-

idoo he has painted for our fundraising. Amazingly, Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) has offered to purchase this item for a massive $1500 which will be split amongst the five athletes,” Sarah smiled.

ARTC Manager Central and North West, Sara Conway, said the didgeridoo would be displayed at the corporation’s Dubbo provisioning centre.

“We are delighted that the funds raised will be going towards supporting young athletes from Dubbo competing in the National Athletics Titles in Brisbane next month, and we wish them all the best of luck,” she said.

Dubbo Athletics has been the nursery for world class athletes like Katrina Gibbs (Commonwealth Games high jump gold

medallist) and Melinda Gainsford-Taylor. This inspirational pair have mentored many young champions on the way to achieving dreams in the field and on the track.

DAC already has 60 budding champions registered for the Little Athletics Western Plains Zone Carnival in Parkes this weekend. Successful athletes will progress to the Regional Championships to be held in Dubbo in early February.

NSW Country Championships and Little Athletics State Combined events are also scheduled to be held at the Regional Athletics Centre in early 2023.

“We’re looking forward to a massive season for our club with so many big events on home soil,” Sarah enthused.

Physically Cultured group competed in Parkes

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO City Physical Culture (DCP) dodged the potholes and impending downpours on the weekend of October 22 to travel down the Newell to Parkes for the Annual Zone Competitions at the RSL Services Club.

Club officials and supporters told Dubbo Photo News “the girls performed very well and DCP is very proud of their efforts, strength and ability to perform in front of a crowd. It is something that has been missing for the past two years due to ‘our dear friend Covid’ and the restrictions it imposed”.

“Evie and Lexi were adorable with their preschool display and had lots of fun getting their hair curled for the performance. Evie, Mareea, Lucy and Milly strutted their stuff with Milly going through to the Finals,” Club spokesperson Jenny Hunt said with obvious pride.

“Nova and Evelynn looked very confident in their first year of Physie; Clare danced her heart out and was beautiful while Grace joined the audience this year after a slight mishap with her arm. Grace is now six weeks in plaster but she is counting down for next year.”

Jenny challenged the Ladies section and performed her best Physie of the year.

Dubbo City Physie is now learning new dance routines to entertain supporters at the Annual Christmas Party.

“We would love to show off our sport so anyone who wants to give Physie a go please come join and join us for the next five weeks at the Wesley Community Centre in Church St,” Jen added.

The cost is just $5 per lesson and new friends can learn and join in the fun too.

Sports photography MEL POCKNALL

Sports editor GEOFF MANN

The Dubbo Athletes were over the moon to accept the gift of the didgeridoo, and also because the ARTC bought it as a way of sponsoring the local Little Athletics’ club. Pictured are Ella Penman, Emily Lousick, Phil Biles (artist), Gemma Gumbleton (ARTC), Max McAneney and Marli Pay.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

SPORT

Greig, Lundholm and Looker big winners on Derby Day

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

WITH Covid restrictions lifted and the sun shining brightly, patrons came in droves to salute three amazing racing contributors.

Connie Greig combined with Leandro Robiero to get Hemsted home in the $50,000 Picnic Cup Championships. The pair had combined to win several Picnic Cups around the west so it was no surprise they added the big one.

Trainer Clint Lundholm led three of his stable to the winners hitching rail while Ben Looker drove across from Tamworth and was first past the post four times.

Grant Sercombe leaves the mountain yard on Danspur

Leandro Robiero aboard Cup winner Hemsted

Brianna Bourke astride crowd favourite Billy Bent Ear

Emily Walters rode Knee Slapper in the Picnic Cup Final