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In light of Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian’s inflammatory comments the other day at the Na tional Press Club in Canberra — one has to wonder why on Earth we are allowing members of the Chinese Communist Party to use this na tionally televised platform to sprout Chinese Government propaganda? The Chinese Communist Party has ill intentions towards Australia, and they are a threat to peace and stabil ity in our region. It is absolute madness for the Na tional Press Club and the taxpayer funded ABC to roll out the red car pet and give a soap box to people and hostile foreign governments who are clearly acting against Australia’s sovereign national interests. They should be banned from ap pearing again. Matt Eggleston, West Perth, WA
Road contractors needed I completely agree with Bob Green ‘Council needs road contractors’ (TVW, August 11). Private contractors will have the skills, in my opinion. In many coun tries of the world, the roads would have been repaired very quickly indeed, and the repairs would last. From my observations of our current pothole repair crews, bless ‘em. Sadly no one could care less about the quality of work, again in my opinion. Don Rennie, Murwillumbah Rail Trail is going ahead Mike Yarrow’s letter (TVW, August 11) was aptly titled ‘Wrong, wrong, and wrong on rail trail’ because ev ery sentence he wrote was wrong, beginning by claiming I had said “opponents wanting to prevent the rail lines never put in submissions”. In fact, it was perfectly clear I was talking about people wanting to run tourist railways in response to a letter by David McCabe (TVW, July 14) saying that the opportunity for a tourist railway had been lost. I correctly reported the facts when I wrote, “Anyone who wanted to avail themselves to the opportunity to run tourist rail services had al most two decades to come forward but none did. Nobody even made a submission to the parliament when sections of the corridor, including Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek, were closed and made available for a trail in 2020.” The rail trail is going ahead because detailed professionally prepared costings, feasibility and cost-bene fit analyses of the project had been submitted to the government. No proposal had been submitted by any one proposing to use the railway for a tourist train since the failure of Larry Anthony’s Ritz Rail in 2002, some two years before the govern ment-run services ceased. He goes on to claim that I said the Georgetown to Croydon railway was “a waste of taxpayer’s money”. In fact, I said nothing of the sort. David McCabe had raised it as an example of a successful tourist railway and I had responded with: “A tourist rail way being opened after almost two decades of neglect, as would have been the case in Murwillumbah, would be unprecedented.” I contin ued, pointing out that railway “was still operated by Queensland Rail, no doubt at a substantial loss” meaning it was not comparable to our aban doned railway. Next, he claims I said, “local peo ple would be upset to see $10 million in taxpayers’ money put into light rail here”. In fact, I wrote, “I very much doubt ratepayers would have been willing to see ten million dol lars of their funds spent on a train.” There is a huge difference between “taxpayers” and “ratepayers”. In any case, $200,000 annually would amount to about four cents per week for each Tweed resident. Meanwhile, ratepayers contribute $3 million for swimming pools and $9 million on parks and gardens.
Greg Clitheroe, Murwillumbah No to dogs and cats in Koala Beach Yes, we agree with Brian who wrote to The Weekly Letters (August 11) about a few of the residents of Koala Beach who ignore the rules about no cats and dogs allowed. Don’t move into the estate or have friends visit if you want to bring a cat or dog. Easy solution, every other residential estate in NSW can easily accommodate you. Fortunately, most residents happily stick to the rules, and it is why they live in this natural haven, close to everything, but surrounded by trees, birds, koalas, and lots of wildlife. Thankfully, the coastal koalas we have in the estate are not being at tacked by dogs and cats. A bonus is, we don’t have to lis ten to barking dogs or be attacked by dogs when we walk around the reserves.Catsare not killing our birds and bandicoots. We even had a wallaby in the garden this morning, it is a privilege to live here. This is paradise that cannot just be created overnight. Koala Beach is here because a lot of hard work has been put into pre serving the wildlife and habitat for us to value, enjoy, respect. Paula & Lester Searle, Pottsville Support for Probus Club It was good to see a letter from the Banora Point Probus Club in TVW August 11. This would seem to be the only way for service clubs to ‘advertise’, since the cessation of the much-needed community news section. So many clubs are struggling to stay afloat and maintain member ship, since the Covid restrictions of recent years. As a member of the Probus Club of Hastings Point Tweed Coast, we can only rely on word of mouth and our website, which is easy to find, and includes our newsletter with upcom ing speakers and outings. Di Mills, Pottsville We are all Australian Why are four out of seven Council lors so ashamed of Australia? Over the last ten years, Tweed Shire Council has earned a sad and deplorable record for disregarding and scorning mainstream Austra lian values, for example not flying the National Flag on Council sites on Australia Day; big spending of ratepayer funds to support the ho mosexual marriage vote; endorsing every unproven ‘climate alarmist’ rant; spending thousands of rate payer dollars on Ron’s (abandoned) ‘tiny slums’ project. However, they have now managed to set a new standard for contemp tuous disregard for we Australians living in the Tweed Shire by remov ing the word “Australia” from local Council gongs and renaming them “Tweed Awards”? Why would they suggest this bit of woke PC meaninglessness but offensive tokenism? The official Council answer is that “some people find the word Australia so offensive that they will not accept an award”. I feel confident that the overwhelm ing majority of Tweed citizens would be honoured to receive an “Australia Day” award, but would decline, or not value, a “Tweed Council” con solation prize. So, if you agree that “Australia” does not matter as much as “Tweed” — do However,nothing.if you are proud to be Australian let your voice be heard. Respond to the Council survey (yoursaytweed.com.au), or send a letter to Tweed Valley Weekly, or phone the councillors. Clinton Beisler, Tweed Heads South Which is the empire? The US has 800 military bases around the world, including 11 in Australia. China has one, just one military base outside of China. This is in Djibouti as part of the international effort to combat piracy. I know some would like to count Chinese controlled offshore reefs as offensive — but they aren’t going anywhere.Australia has many more oil and gas rigs in Bass Strait that impede and hinder safe navigation than Chi na has with its fortified reefs. What is our ABC doing by copying verbatim US propaganda on China? And as well the US propaganda cov erage of Ukraine? Just imagine the local indignation if the Tweed Valley Weekly operated under the same standards accepted by the ABC and the mainstream media? Questions in Media Watch? Time to get some sense of perspec tive here. Do we need substandard nuclear submarines? F35s that need 16 or more hours of maintenance for every hour in the air? Abrams tanks that cannot be deployed north in the ‘wet’ as they are too heavy? Do we need US-trained Austra lian Generals that believe, and give that advice to our politicians, that a catastrophic war with China is ‘win nable’? Let me tell you, a war with China, or Russia, will be nuclear. The US above all realises the qual ity and determination of its military and the assessment is not at all fa vourable to conventional ‘on the ground’ warfare. Redux Vietnam, Iraq and Afghan istan. Bill Collins, Murwillumbah Chinese soap box
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Cudgera Creek residents protesting against the proposed food hub Meningococcal disease symptoms
NSW Health has advised that although the disease is uncom mon, it can be severe, “so we are urging people who attended the event in the North Byron Parklands on July 21–24 to be alert to the symptoms of meningococcal disease and act immediately if they appear.” If you suspect symptoms of meningococcal disease, please contact a doctor immediately. Symptoms of meningococcal disease are non-specific, but include: sudden onset of fever; headache; neck stiffness; joint pain; a rash of red-purple spots or bruises; sensitivity to light, and nausea and vomiting.
NSW Health said young children may have less specific symptoms, which may include: irritability; difficulty waking; high-pitched crying and a refusal to eat, but not all of the symptoms may be present at once.
NSW HEALTH has been notified of a probable case of me ningococcal disease in a child from the North Coast, the third case of meningococcal disease in a person who attended the Splendour in the Grass festival. One of the cases was a man in his 40s from Sydney, who later died of the disease, prompting authorities to send out warnings to 50,000 festival goers on Friday, August 5.
“Council is sticking to our planning controls and if we can’t stick to what we agree, what’s the point?” Mr Doran said. “How can anybody approve it when significant questions about flooding and the environment haven’t been answered. “People have been having sleepless nights worrying about this, when it was always in the wrong place. “Council has consumed considerable resources in taking this through the DA process when it should have been stopped a long time ago without putting people through that.”
TWEED SHIRE Council has recom mended the Northern Rivers Planning Panel reject the development application (DA) for a food hub at Cudgera Creek, which the panel will rule on next week.
Council says no to Food Hub
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Meningococcal alert
“Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones and community from the harmful effects of meningococ cal disease,” NSW Health said in a media statement.
Northern Rivers Planning Panel is the consent authority and will meet on Au gust 23 at 4pm to make a decision after considering Council’s recommendations and all the submissions.
Concerns were also raised about poten tially flooding of properties and pollution of waterways, including Cudgera Creek, which enters the ocean at Hastings Point.
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The Chase Property Investment pro posal consists of 19 industrial sheds, in cluding eight large sheds, internal roads, and a transport terminal with hundreds of truck movements proposed each day. Cudgera Creek resident Mark Doran said the report vindicated the concerns residents had held.
“I’ve got the champagne chilled, but I haven’t popped the cork,” he said. “It’s a very concise report supported by the 400 objections to the development and vindicates our concerns. “The primary problem is it is an indus trial activity in rural zoning and that goes to the heart of the activity. “The report outlines in detail the diffi culties the development would pose and the fact that a lot of questions remain unanswered by the developers suggests that if it is a viable project, it’s in the wrong“Thereplace.were a lot of environmental concerns that were not addressed at all or not properly addressed.” Objections raised in the submissions related to “the appropriateness of the site for the development, traffic and ameni ty impacts, and characterisation of the development as a rural industry when it appears to be an industrial development.”
By Jo Kennett
“The housing market has simply outrun the requirements of those now living homeless.”
More Tweed beer and avos
Wardrop Valley idea remains a possibility
COULD'VE, SHOULD'VE: Former councillor Ron Cooper believes Tweed Shire Council should still push ahead with the Wardrop Valley housing project to aid in the housing crisis.
By Jonathon Howard
FORMER TWEED Shire Councillor Ron Cooper said the flood-free Wardrop Valley affordable housing project, that proposed 200 homes on Council land, remains a possibility with support from the new councillors. Mr Cooper said there remains in-principle support from Mayor Chris Cherry, Cr Reece Byrnes, Cr Meredith Dennis and Cr Nola Firth.“Ialso have some possible support for the project via Rhiannon Brinsmead, which is early but positive,” he said. Mr Cooper is now hopeful the project could be revitalised and aid in the housing crisis. “This is not a ‘told you so moment’, it’s more of a chance to revisit this idea and find a solution to create more affordable/emer gency housing for the Tweed, which is what I originally intended,” he said. The man with the sandwich-board campaign, Mr Cooper ran a strong campaign for Kings cliff in the 2016 Local Government Election, promising to maintain the three-storey height limit.Having won the vote, Mr Cooper found success in formalising the heights of new builds via the Kingscliff Locality Plan, before switching his focus to Council’s community consultation and housing. “We knew that no level of government at the time in 2017 was keeping ahead of people becoming homeless,” he said. “There was simply no system of public housing for the Tweed Shire. Everything I was reading was indicating that housing would be desperately needed by 2020.” With this in mind, Mr Cooper attended many housing conferences and local forums to gain greater knowledge about the need, before for mulating his own idea. He eventually raised the prospect of using Council land at Wardrop Valley, a five-minute drive from Murwillumbah’s CBD, as an op portunity to develop an affordable/emergency housingHowever,project.theidea to shift Council’s focus from the status quo to housing came as a shock to many and Mr Cooper faced criticism, or complete silence. “We sent a letter to the state government for some funding to develop the business plan, to make sure there would never be an ongoing cost to ratepayers,” he said. “To this day, I do not believe Council has received a response to this plan from the state. “Instead, the state government wanted Coun cil, or a landholder, to give a parcel of land to the state and build units, but they were ex pected to sell off two-thirds to pay for the rest. “The model the state government was using could never be useful in the housing market we have here the Tweed Shire today.
THE TWEED is set to produce more beer and sell more avocado trees to the world thanks to strategic partnerships between local busi nesses and the NSW Government, according to Member for Tweed Geoff Provest. Mr Provest said the Regional Job Creation Fund co-invests with businesses in areas like the Tweed Shire that want to grow and create more“Craftjobs.beer production has become quite a niche in the Tweed and the government is sup porting Earth Beer at Cudgen with $140,000 towards their futuristic canning machine, so that many more people get to sample the brews and nine full-time equivalent jobs will be cre ated at the microbrewery,” he said. Mr Provest said a second grant of $340,000 would go to Australia’s oldest and largest spe ciality avocado tree nursery, Anderson Horti culture in Duranbah.
“An $872,000 expansion of the avocado nursery will create 17 Tweed jobs and help the family company export Tweed avo trees around the planet,” Mr Provest said. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the NSW Government’s $140 million Regional Job Creation Fund is on track to create over 6,500 new direct jobs in regional NSW by helping businesses expand production and provide incentives to move operations to the bush. “The Regional Job Creation Fund continues to attract new investment from businesses and enable economic recovery across agriculture, manufacturing and tourism industries and ensure they continue to thrive now and into the future,” Mr Toole said. For more information, please visit: www.nsw. gov.au/RJCF.
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Mr Cooper said all Council was asking for, under his tenure, was $40,000 for the devel opment of the plan. “The short-term housing market has now completely overtaken the development side of the Tweed,” he said. “We are finding now that many new devel opments are being snapped up by investors and then placed on the short-term holiday letting pool.” Mr Cooper said he’s heard many stories from locals who were being evicted for renovations and were later listed on short-term holiday letting websites such as Airbnb. Add all of this with the flood and the impact COVID-19, Mr Cooper said there could not be a better time to revisit Wardrop Valley. “I remain hopeful that our current council lors will take the reins on this idea and see it developed to aid in our housing crisis,” he said.
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together to plan for population growth in the Tweed
The works will include borehole drilling and will take 2 to 3 days once they’re underway. Council crews will be working on these projects between 9 am and 3 pm. Council will notify those affected in advance of any additional significant impact or inconvenience. Some of the impact of the works may be full temporary road closures for up to 6 hours, traffic controllers, large earthmoving machinery, some construction noise and dust. Pedestrians can still move through the site using footpaths. Restricted access to property or driveways within the work zone during work hours – residents to stay within property or leave outside work hours. Emergency access will be allowed at all times – however, there will be a 15-minute delay to withdraw the drill. Electronic roadworks signage will be in place to advise motorists of the works and provide up to date information. Updates will also be available on Council’s website at tweed.nsw.gov.au/roadworks-closures
• Glengarrie Road, Glengarrie (starting 24 August)
Council is undertaking borehole drilling works as part of geotechnical investigations for flood damaged road repairs around the Tweed from next week. Weather permitting, works will commence from Monday 22 August. Road closure notifications have been circulated to property owners affected by the works in the flowing areas:
. Members include community members and representatives from Transport for NSW, Biodiversity Australia, Tweed Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Housing Industry Association, North Coast Community Housing, Momentum Collective, Department of Planning and Environment and Gold Coast Airport. The strategy will look into the housing affordability issue in the Tweed and establish the need. To ensure the practical steps Council might take to respond to this need are identified, work on preparing an Affordable Housing Strategy is in the procurement stage.
Tweed Shire Council wishes to recognise the generations of the local Aboriginal people of the Bundjalung Nation who have lived in and derived their physical and spiritual needs from the forests, rivers, lakes and streams of this beautiful valley over many thousands of years as the traditional custodians of these lands.
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• Richards Deviation, Dunbible (starting 31 August)
Minor works to repair the concrete seawall fronting Rowan Robinson Park at Kingscliff will commence on Monday 22 August. The work will include maintenance of the concrete structure to ensure its longevity. The work will take 6 weeks, weather permitting. Access across the concrete seawall and beach immediately adjacent will be restricted to ensure public safety however, access along the beach and through the park will still be open. For more information on the works contact Council’s Coastal Asset Engineer on 02 6670 2400.
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The Tweed’s population is expected to grow to 112,244 by 2041 –an increase of 13,290 on our population in the 2021 census. Early stage consultation will begin this month after Council appointed consultants, PSA Consulting (Australia) Pty Ltd, to prepare the Growth Management and Strategy The strategy will provide a clear understanding of how our population and housing needs and related employment generating opportunities will change over the next 20 years in the Tweed. It will also set out planning principles and policy goals that protect, maintain and respect the Shire’s natural environment, community expectations, lifestyle and heritage values.
• Mount Burrell Road, Mount Burrell (starting 31 August)
• Hickory Way, Chowan Creek (starting 29 August)
Early stage consultation on the Growth Management and Housing Strategy includes:
Borehole drilling works for flood damage repairs
• Tyalgum Road, Tyalgum (starting 23 August)
While there are no water restrictions at the moment, it is important we all continue to save water. It’s a precious, limited resource.
• Community Briefing Sessions (online and face-to-face) on Thursday 25 August to support residents to learn more about how the strategy will be prepared and the many opportunities for them to contribute and have their say in future stages of the project. Registrations are essential.
• Hazelbrook Road, Smiths Creek (starting 30 August)
Residents are encouraged to have their say on the future of growth in the Tweed, with the population expected to grow by 15,000 people over the next 20 Joiningyears.
Fox and feral animal control across Tweed Coast starts next week
• Online Community Survey open until 12 September to understand what is important to the community when it comes to housing and employment opportunities in the Tweed. To register for a briefing session or complete the survey
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Fox control and trapping works will be rolled out across the Tweed next week after a successful program targeting the Tweed Coast fox population last year. Camera monitoring has recorded an increase in fox activity in the coastal bushland areas at Hastings Point, Pottsville, and Fingal Head. This monitoring assisted Council staff to capture 2 foxes at Hastings Point last week. Fox control and trapping works will start on Monday 22 August and continue until Friday 2 September. Foxes are an introduced species and have caused major declines in native animal species in Australia. This fox control program aims to reduce fox numbers to protect native fauna, including koalas and threatened birds such as the Bush Stone-curlews. It will also allow for the recovery of Beach Stone-curlew populations at Hastings Point, especially during the breeding season. A highly-experienced specialist contractor will carry out all works to reduce the overall fox population in the local area. Details of fox control locations Hastings Point: Fox trapping work will be carried out in the crown reserve coastal bushland areas between Hastings Point and Elfran Avenue, Pottsville from Monday 22 August to Friday 2 September. Fox control will be carried out Hastings Point headland from Wednesday 24 to Friday 26 August (inclusive) from 7 pm to 5 am. Yugari Road will be temporarily closed each evening (3 nights) during this time. Pottsville: Fox control works will start on Monday 22 August and continue until Friday 2 September. The Pottsville Environment Park will be temporarily closed each evening from 6 pm to 5 am during this time. Fox control and trapping works will start on Monday 22 August to Friday 2 September at Pottsville Wetland (Kellehers Road) and Cudgerie Creek Bushland Reserve. These areas will be temporarily closed during this time. Fingal Head: Fox control works will occur between Monday 29 August and Friday 2 September at Letitia Spit, Fingal Head. This area will be temporarily closed during this time. Kingscliff: Fox control will occur at Cudgen Headland/Sutherland Point on 30 and 31 August between 7 pm and 5 am. Public access to all locations is prohibited during the dates and times advised. Penalties apply. If any domestic pets are caught in traps they will be taken to the temporary Tweed Shire Council animal pound. Collection can be organised by calling 02 6670 2400 and you can view impounded animals at tweed.nsw.gov.au/tweed-pound If you have questions about these works, contact Council’s program leader – pest animals wildlife protection on 02 6670 2400. Visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/foxes for more information. Last week we each used 155L a day as at 15 August 2022 In brief ... Hats off for saving water Council congratulates everyone in the Tweed for meeting Target 160 in recent weeks. For the past 3 weeks, each of us has used on average 155 litres of water a day, down from our usual 180 litres a day. You can see how much we use in the panel at the top of the Tweed Link each week.
• Snake Gully Road, Upper Burringbar (starting 29 August)
Minor repairs to Kingscliff Seawall
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• Pinnacle Road, Pumpenbil (starting 22 August)
• Round Mountain Road, Reserve Creek (starting 22 August)
Make every drop count. Head to tweed.nsw.gov.au/target-160-litres for hints on saving water indoors and outdoors.
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Don’t forget Council’s rebate for installing water efficient showerheads and tapware. For more details, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/residential-water-rebates Save water when washing your car by filling a bucket instead of using the hose. Head to our website for more water-saving tips.
As one the fastest growing local government areas in regional NSW, Tweed residents are being encouraged to help guide the planning of housing and employment land for the next 20 years.
Minor works to repair the concrete seawall fronting Rowan Robinson Park at Kingscliff will commence next week.
Associate Professor Mel Taylor, from Macquarie University, said the views of anyone who was impacted by the floods were important. “Your experience is unique and can help make a difference during future floods. By contributing your personal experience you can help reduce flood risk in the future,” A/Prof. Taylor said. “Every story is important. You may have had to evacuate quickly due to rising floodwaters, or perhaps you put your flood plan into practice but the floodwaters didn’t come to your house. We want to hear about a wide range of experiences.” As well as the Northern Rivers, this research is being undertaken in other flooded areas across NSW and Queensland. NSW SES Deputy Commissioner Daniel Austin is encouraging individuals to participate in the research to help safeguard the community in future floods. “Flood preparedness and response is a community effort that goes beyond NSW SES volunteers,” he said. “By sharing your story and experiences through this research, you are providing valuable information to help arm the NSW SES and partner agencies. This research will help inform our plans and response to each region.” This independent research is funded by Natural Hazards Research Australia and supported by the NSW SES and Queensland Fire and Emergency Services. The results of the research will be used to inform strategies to improve flood safety in not just NSW and Queensland, but across Australia.
Although spring isn’t here yet, there have already been reports of swooping magpies in the Tweed. Magpies are a much-loved Australian bird however, spring is magpie breeding season which can sometimes involve male birds swooping to protect their young. Don’t be alarmed whenever you see a magpie – not all male magpies swoop. Once the young birds are fledged (hop out of their nest), the male stops swooping. Magpie swooping season is usually over by summer but depending on the weather, it may continue into the summer months. Be aware of the potential risk of swooping magpies and take precautions, such as:
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• Lifeline 13 11 14 • Suicide Call Back Service 1300
Due to the Grants Sessions occurring at those venues, the normal Murwillumbah Recovery Centre operations will be suspended that week so the Centre will be closed on Thursday 18 August. The Murwillumbah Recovery Centre is open as normal next week, Tuesday 23 August and Thursday 25 August from 9 am to 4 pm and the following week, Tuesday 30 August and Thursday 1 September 9 am to 4 pm. Other ServicesservicesAustralia (Centrelink) have now returned to their main premises at 107–113 Wollumbin Street, Murwillumbah. Please be advised that normal parking arrangements have returned at the Murwillumbah multi-storey car park. Parking coupons are required to be displayed on the middle level of the car park and can be purchased from the Starting Block Café at TRAC or from the Customer Service Desk at Murwillumbah Civic and Cultural Centre for $2 per day.
Local Landcare Coordinator for the Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network (BRRVLN), Emma Stone said landslips are a massive concern in the Northern Rivers since the severe weather events earlier this“Manyyear. people have experienced impacts to infrastructure and access to their properties,” Ms Stone said. “Landslips also pose an ecological threat opening up the landscape to weed dispersal and erosion.”
The Ageing Smarter Q & A Session at Council’s Tweed Heads administration office on Wednesday 24 August will provide seniors with advice related to finance, wills, probate, aged care, wellbeing, and more. Guest speakers Dona L. Graham, Sue McGuigan, and Gayle McKew will provide the information needed to become a smarter, savvy senior – and enjoy all the benefits available to you in later life. These interactive sessions will be a great opportunity to ask questions and have them answered by the experts. Dona Graham is the principal lawyer of CAREfusion Advocacy & Legal. She provides advocacy and legal services across Australia. Dona brings over 17 years’ experience working in the disability, aged, and community care sectors. She has a wealth of knowledge related to Centrelink and MyAgedCare, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), and transition and support services. Dona can also advise on issues related to declining cognitive capacity to make informed decisions. Sue McGuigan is the manager of NSW Health Regional Assessment. She has extensive experience working across the aged sector. Sue can provide valuable information regarding eligibility and access to My Aged Care, what services are available, short-term help, and eligibility and access for services. She can discuss topics related to wellness and reablement and how this relates to service delivery. Gayle is the founder of Prosperity Planning, a financial planning service specifically catering for seniors. With more than 40 years’ experience in the finance sector, Gayle can offer expertise on wealth creation, retirement income strategies, superannuation, and self-managed super funds. The Ageing Smarter Q & A session will be held on Wednesday 24 August from 10 am to 11:30 am in the Harvard Room, first floor of Council’s Tweed Heads administration office, Brett Street, Tweed Heads. Spaces are limited so reserve your spot now. Contact Council’s community services project support officer Lyn Porter on 07 5569 3110 or email communityservices@tweed.nsw.gov.au The session will also be live streamed on BlueJeans. Participants can email communityservices@tweed.nsw.gov.au for joining details. The event is hosted by Council’s Community Services and funded by the NSW Government through its Seniors Festival program.
• Attaching a flag to your bike as a deterrent and dismount if swooped – some birds are particularly drawn to swooping people on bikes.
• Leaving the area quickly but calmly, without running. It is illegal to harm or kill magpies. Council will be erecting signs to warn of swooping bird territory so residents can avoid the area. If menacing swooping occurs on Council-managed land such as a park or road reserve, contact Council on 02 6670 2400. If swooping occurs on private property contact the National Parks and Wildlife Service on 02 6670 8600. Keep an eye to the sky as we enter magpie breeding season. This time of year is known for male birds swooping to protect their young.
• Avoiding known swooping areas. Where possible, take a different route away from nesting trees (magpies live in their territories for many years and remember humans).
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Chinderah Donation Hub is operating at the Cudgen Rugby Leagues Club in Wommin Bay Rd Chinderah, Tuesday to Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. The Hub is only accepting new items of furniture, household items and bedding. Items available for immediate pickup include bedding, household items, furniture, toiletries, fresh and non-perishable food and frozen meals. Safe Haven Hub opens Flood-impacted community members experiencing mental health distress now have a Safe Haven hub in Murwillumbah offering support to those most vulnerable. The NSW Government has established four new Safe Haven centres across the Northern Rivers with the Murwillumbah hub located at Shop 10 to 12/41 to 45 Murwillumbah Street (near Queen Street). It will be open 7 days a week from noon until 6 pm and no appointments or referrals are required. NSW Minister for Mental Health, Bronnie Taylor, said the Safe Haven will provide safe, calm, supportive and non-judgemental spaces for people seeking support. “There are no appointments or referrals needed, so whether you need some peace and quiet, a chat with someone who understands what you’re going through, or some calming activities to reduce the intensity of your negative thoughts and feelings, you can walk right in,” Ms Taylor said. “Each Safe Haven is staffed with peer workers with lived experience of suicidal behaviour, which means they are able to empathise and form a unique connection with people when they are at their most vulnerable.”MsTaylorsaidthe centres have been specially designed to provide a welcoming environment and offer a wide range of services, including information, referrals and counselling support. For more information on the Murwillumbah Safe Haven, visit Safe Haven North Coast website at http://safehavennc.org.au/ If you, or someone you know, is thinking about suicide or experiencing a personal crisis or distress, please seek help immediately by calling 000 or one of these services: 659 467 011 511
Landcare help for landslips
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Your Tweed flood recovery update August 2022
The Landslip Recovery project is funded by North Coast Local Land Services and is supported in kind by Council. The project will offer support to landholders to stabilise slips, prevent soil erosion and minimise the impact on threatened species and ecological communities.
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To stay up to date visit Council’s Recovery Dashboard at tweed.nsw.gov.au/recovery-dashboard
A group of Landcare networks are working together to support landholders affected by landslips following severe rain events in the Northern Rivers in February and March 2022.
Resilience NSW will hold Flood Recovery Grants Sessions at the Murwillumbah Services Club on Thursday and Friday this week. By making an appointment applicants can consult representatives from Service NSW and progress a range of state-level grants applicable to their individual cases. The sessions will be held at the club in Wollumbin Street, Murwillumbah, on Thursday 18 August 10 am to 7 pm and Friday 19 August 9 am to 5 pm. Those wanting to register for one of the 45-minute appointments should call Service NSW on 13 77 88. Community Transport will provide residents with a free door-to-door service to attend the sessions. The last bus will leave from the club at 4 pm. To book the bus, call 0420 961 622. More information can be found at service.nsw.gov.au/floods Recovery Centre
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A new research project is seeking to learn from the experiences of those affected by flooding in the Northern Rivers earlier this year, to gather vital insights on preparedness and response and reduce future flood risk.
Conducted by Natural Hazards Research Australia in partnership with Macquarie University, the University of Southern Queensland and the Queensland University of Technology, researchers want to hear directly from anyone impacted or affected by flooding, including residents of the Tweed Shire. There are 2 ways to do this – either by participating in a 45–60 minute interview with a researcher (either online, on the phone or in person) or by completing a survey. Those affected by flooding can take part in either the interviews, the survey or both. Interviews will take place during August and early September. The survey will be available in September but registrations are open now. Register for participation at Leadnaturalhazards.com.au/floods2022researcherandoccupationalpsychologist
The BRRVLN are working in partnership with Brunswick Valley Landcare, Richmond Landcare Inc. and Tweed Landcare Inc. to deliver this“Eligibleproject.sites will be assessed by qualified professionals which may include engineers, soil conservationists and/or bush regenerators,” Ms Stone “Landholderssaid. will be provided with a tailored remediation plan that will outline strategies to mitigate soil erosion, reduce weed infestation and revegetate slips which may include tree planting and direct seeding. “At this stage there is no assurance of financial support for undertaking on-ground works outlined in the remediation plans.” Visit brrvln.org.au/news/northern-rivers-landslip-recovery-project for more information. Landholders can also register their landslips via an electronic form on the above page. Registrations close Thursday 1 September 2022 and landholders will be notified of their eligibility prior to the end of September. on next
• Wearing a hat or carry an umbrella and wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
Flood Recovery Grants Sessions
• Nobbys Creek Road: Road pavement repairs are now 90% complete. Causeway and rock batter repairs and vegetation removal are now complete.
The above development determinations are available for public inspection free of charge at the Planning and Regulation Division, Murwillumbah Civic Centre, during ordinary office hours or viewed on Council’s DA Tracking site located at datracker.tweed.nsw.gov.au View current vacancies at tweed.nsw.gov.au/job-vacancies Subscribe to receive Job Vacancy Alerts via email at tweed.nsw.gov.au/subscribe
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• Gurrinyah Drive: Final clean this week. • Kanes Road: Table drain clean out and rock armour repairs at the bridge are complete.
• Uriliup Road: To allow safe access for road users, Council has engaged Pan Civil to complete the stabilisation of the road embankment and road reconstruction along 2 sections of Urliup Road, about 800 metres west and 1.5 km west of Bilambil Creek Weathercrossing.permitting, the works will be undertaken from Monday to Friday between 7 am and 5 pm. For the duration of the works, there will be lane closures during work hours which may cause delays of up to 5 minutes. At times, the road may be closed at both sites from 9 am to 3 pm.
Developer Contributions for Heavy
Notification of Development Application Determinations for the purposes of Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (as amended). Application details Approved DA22/0210 – Two storey dwelling with attached double garage, swimming pool and boundary fences Lot 36 DP 1031933, No. 21 She-Oak Lane, Casuarina DA22/0437 – In-ground swimming pool Lot 205 DP 1202098, No. 9 Central Park Lane, Casuarina DA21/0703 – Staged development – alterations and additions to existing dwelling (Stage 1) and construction of secondary dwelling above bedroom 1/garage (Stage 2) Lot 13 DP 1031933, No. 2 Clara Lane, Casuarina DA21/0453 – Use of an existing studio as a secondary dwelling Lot 14 DP 631225, No. 1382 Numinbah Road, Chillingham DA22/0360 – Partially above ground pool and deck Lot 8 DP 866759, No. 13 Wedgetail Court, Dulguigan DA22/0101 – Dwelling with attached carport Lot 16 DP 343216, No. 163 Farrants Road, Farrants Hill DA22/0315 – Alterations and additions to existing dwelling including a double carport, swimming pool, deck and 1.8 m front fence Lot 59 DP 30845, No. 36 Oceanview Crescent, Kingscliff DA22/0386 – Outbuilding with bathroom Lot 239 DP 252131, No. 55 Vulcan Street, Kingscliff DA22/0193 – Secondary dwelling Lot 116 DP 1006707, No. 44 Charles Street, Murwillumbah DA21/0434 – Use of existing 1.8 m timber fence Lot 3 DP 794392, No. 788 Piggabeen Road, Piggabeen DA22/0288 – Alterations and additions to existing Pottsville Beach Public School including a cantilevered bus shelter Lot 2 DP 1006776, Lot 3 DP 1006776, No. 85 Tweed Coast Road, DA22/0396Pottsville – In-ground swimming pool Lot 82 DP 1103559, No. 12 Everinghams Road, Pumpenbil DA22/0336 – In-ground swimming pool Lot 320 DP 1238182, No. 10 Ossa Boulevard, Terranora DA22/0342 – Dwelling with attached garage and retaining walls Lot 441 DP 1270825, No. 37 Market Parade, Terranora DA22/0359 – In-ground swimming pool Lot 4 DP 788912, No. 30 Ducat Street, Tweed Heads
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Request for offer documentation is available at no charge from Council’s website at tweed.nsw.gov.au/tenders-contracts
• Wilman Road: Work is now complete.
• Fingal Boat Ramp: Vegetation clearing is complete.
• Byrrill Creek, Rowlands Creek and Stokers roads: Pavement repairs and bitumen sealing has been carried out along with vegetation removal and silt removal. Stokers Road Bridge abutment has been repaired. Major works have been completed however minor works are still ongoing.
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• Eviron Road: Vegetation pick up, table drain cleaning and road patching is complete.
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The agenda for the meeting, which may also include any late or supplementary reports, will be updated prior to the date of the meeting and is available on Council’s website. It should be noted that confidential items are considered in closed session, which excludes media and public. Also, the minutes of this meeting will be available as soon as practical following the meeting and are unconfirmed until they are formally adopted at the next Council meeting.
• Tumbulgum Road: All the silt has been removed on both sides of the road and side roads, Bryants Lane and Sims Road are being resheeted with gravel.
• Hopkins Road: The first causeway entry and exit work has been completed by heavy patch asphalt.
For more information on these and other repairs, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/flood-recovery-works
Please be aware that this meeting is webcast and will be available on Council’s website following the meeting.
Development
At its meeting on 18 March 2021 Council resolved to resume public attendance for Public Forums in line with the meeting rooms COVID-safe plan and a Council Public Forum for speakers on agenda items being considered will be held at 2 pm prior to the meeting.
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• Snake Gully: New concrete table drains have been laid.
• Balfours Road: Two-way traffic has been restored. Council is awaiting geotechnical reports for stabilisation of the top side bank. Drilling tests are expected to be carried out over the next fortnight.
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• Richards Deviation and Smiths Creek, Palmvale, Round Mountain, Nimbin and Stokers roads: Stage 2 geotechnical test drilling and site walkovers have been commissioned for a number of sites (where there have been slips) on these roads. Works have started and will take about 3 weeks to complete. On Palmvale Road work has started on cleaning up slips and doing gravel road repairs.
All offers will be opened at closing time and will be considered by Council in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 1993 and the NSW Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 . The lowest or any offer is not necessarily accepted and canvassing of Councillors or staff will disqualify. For further information please contact Contracts Administration on 02 6670 2606. Council Meeting agenda – Thursday 18 August 2022
Beach/ Kings Forest 18.8 RFO2022016 Small Site Retail Electricity Supply 18.9 RFO2020151 - SEQ Water Link - Construct 697m of 375mm Dia DICL Trunk Water Main 19 REPORTS FROM THE DIRECTOR CORPORATE SERVICES 19.1 Councillor Professional Development 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022 19.2 Local Government NSW Annual Conference 2022 19.3 Delegations 19.4 Annual Loan Borrowing Report 2022/2023 19.5 Resource Support – 1 April 2022 to 30 June 2022 19.6
• Hogans Road: Council has engaged Pan Civil to complete stabilisation of the road embankment and road reconstruction along Hogans Road about 1 km north of the Hogans Road, Upper Duroby Creek Road and Cranneys Road intersection. Weather permitting, the works will be undertaken from Monday to Friday between 7 am and 5 pm. For the duration of the works, there will be lane closures during work hours which may cause delays of up to 5 minutes. At times, the road may be closed from 9 am to 3 pm.
18.4 Drought and Water Restrictions Policy
18.5 Review of Developer Contribution Plan CP 15 – Developer Contributions for Community Facilities 18.6 New Development Contribution Plan 32
• Tweed Coast Road near Plantation Road: Stormwater gullies are being dug out and the sides of the road have been reseeded with grass.
• Young Road: Table drains have been cleaned and profiled.
• Booka Road: Council is waiting for further design details for causeway repair/replacement.
Request for offer RFO2022029 – Design, supply and install a rooftop solar system with battery storage at Records Storage Facility Building Offers close: Wednesday 12 noon 24 August 2022 RFO2022079 – Heavy Patching – Flood Restoration RFO2022084 – Expression of Interest – Repair of Flood Damage 2022 Offers close: Wednesday 12 noon 31 August 2022 Offers must be lodged as specified in the offer documentation.
Flood repairs on-ground progress Council has commenced one major contract on Scenic Drive with 7 major landslips at the design phase. We are also working on strategies to fast track the remainder of the repairs. However, there are still more than 220 major repairs yet to start. Council crews are busy undertaking the following works:
• Upper Crystal Creek: Chauviers Road is now complete and Porters Road is complete. Causeway 1 requires further investigation.
• Piggabeen Road: Deep asphalt works are in progress.
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• Everests Road: Works are 80% complete on cleaning table drains and road scouring repairs.
The Council Meeting agenda for Thursday 18 August 2022 is available on Council’s website tweed.nsw.gov.au/council-meetings. The meeting will be held at the Council Chambers, Murwillumbah Civic & Cultural Centre, Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah commencing at 3 pm. for consideration 5.1 Confirmation of Minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held Thursday 16 June 2022, Extraordinary Council Meeting held Thursday 7 July 2022 and Ordinary Council Meeting held Thursday 4 August 2022 8.1 Schedule of Outstanding Resolutions at 5 August 2022 9.1 Mayoral Minute for June and July 2022 10.1 Receipt of Petitions as at 8 August 2022 11 Orders of the day 11.1 Outdoor Balloon Ban 11.2 Green Hats for Aaron Initiative 15 Reports from the General Manager 15.1 Business Investment Policy – Review 15.2 Functions of the Land and Economic Development Unit and Budget Review 15.3 Tweed Tourism Company (DR Tourism Pty Ltd) – June 2022 Quarterly Report 16 Reports from the Director Planning and Regulation 16.1 Review of Determination – Development Application DA21/0034 for the use of a roofed deck that was constructed without approval at 2/36 Leeward Terrace, Tweed Heads 17 Reports from the Director Sustainable Communities 17.1and Environment Report on the potential for establishment of a funding mechanism for large scale regenerative landscape management 17.2 RFO2021080 Demolition and Removal of Existing and Construction of New Office Buildings (× 2) and Associated Civil and Landscaping Works at the Stotts Creek Resource Recovery Centre. 18 Reports from the Director Engineering 18.1 Subdivision of Council-owned operational land at 74 Tamarind Avenue, Bogangar; Lot 641 DP216389 Private application for Road Closure and Purchase – adjoining Lot 128 DP755685 (1070 Piggabeen Road, Piggabeen) Acquisition of Crown Land for road widening at Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads (Part Lot 7044 in DP93975) (Version 4.0) –Haulage Casuarina Kings Forest Deed of Agreement Monthly Investment Report for Period ending 30 June 2022 Reports from sub-committees/working groups Minutes of the Aboriginal Advisory Committee Meeting held Friday 8 April 2022 Minutes of the Equal Access Advisory Committee Meeting held Wednesday 11 May 2022 Minutes of the Tweed Coast and Waterways Advisory Committee Meeting held Wednesday 8 June 2022 Minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held Thursday 9 June 2022 Minutes of the Tweed Regional Gallery Advisory Committee Meeting held Wednesday 22 June 2022 Minutes of the Tweed Coast Koala Advisory Committee Meeting held Tuesday 5 July 2022
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• Kyogle Road: Pavement patching continues.
23 Confidential items for consideration 29 Reports from the Director Engineering in committee 29.1 Proposed purchase of 1 Amber Road, Tweed Heads South (Lot 12 DP258721) to relocate sewer pump station 30 Reports from the Director Corporate Services in committee 30.1 Community Membership on Council Advisory Committees
To stay up to date visit Council’s Recovery Dashboard at tweed.nsw.gov.au/recovery-dashboard Application determinations
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• McConnells Road: Spray seal and broom has been completed in some areas. Continuing with a few more patches until the end of this week.
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• Commissioners Creek Road: Clearing slips and scour repairs are ongoing.
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Beware of nasty scams
By Jo Kennett
Squad detectives are reminding mobile phone users to remain vigilant, after a spike in reports by victims of an emerging scam dubbed the ‘Hi Mum’ scam. The scam involves the offender sending a text message from an unknown mobile phone number to a person on a messaging application claiming to be their son or daughter. For more advice on how to avoid scams and what to do if you or someone you know is a victim of a scam, visit the Scamwatch website. Anyone with information in relation to cyber crimes and scams is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimes toppers.com.au
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A man working outside the Victory Hotel reported seeing two men aged about 30 and 40 years old driving off in the car, which was later seen in Ozone Street, Kingscliff, by a resident who saw a Facebook post about the missing car. Ms Stanojevic said she was “devastated” when the car went missing, as her home on Tweed Valley Way at Burringbar had been severely damaged in the February floods along with the Cyclone Debbie floods in 2017.
ANOTHER BRAZEN car theft took place in broad daylight on the Tweed Coast on Sunday, August 14, and Tweed Police are appealing for camera footage. This time the theft took place at Salt, on North Point Avenue at 3.30pm, as the owner watched on. The white 2022 Audi Q2 with NSW regis tration ESL39H, was taken from the driveway of a Theresidence.ownerof the vehicle, who did not want to be named, said she couldn’t believe how brazen the theft was. “I heard the engine turn on and ran out onto the balcony overlooking the driveway, and I saw the guy in my car,” she said. “He turned it around in our driveway and tore off going north on North Point.” “It’s an incredible inconvenience; I missed an important doctor’s appointment the next day, and even if the car is found, we will still be out of pocket thousands of dollars after hiring a rental car, towing fees, key replacement, et cetera, even with comprehensive insurance.
Police recover stolen car POLICE HAVE recovered a car alleged to have been stolen from a Burringbar woman in Mooball in broad daylight on Wednesday, August 3. Karen Stanojevic owns the Post Shop Cafe in Mooball and said the police were yet to tell her where or how the car was recovered, but she’s “stoked” to have it back. “It was fingerprinted, and they released it, and said I could come and pick it up, and I picked it up Thursday night (August 11),” she told The Weekly, who reported the vehicle theft last week. “It was just a tow truck guy who I saw, so I don’t know if they have charged anyone. “I was stoked to say the least. It was in great condition.“Whoever took it wasn’t vindictive or any thing; it looked like someone had been living in“Thereit. was a blanket in the back and some female clothes, and there was hardly any pet rol used.”
Another brazen car theft
“But more so than any inconvenience, the feeling of violation from this criminal entering my house in broad daylight, while my husband and I were home going in and out of the ga rage, is just horrifying.”
The car owner described the man as Cauca sian, with a “semi-muscular build” and wearing a white sleeveless singlet. The Audi was later seen by witnesses, “fleeing together along Casuarina Way towards Kings cliff with another car” which was described as dark coloured, “possibly dark gray, possibly similar to a Mini Cooper.” “Two witnesses saw the Mini Cooper can vassing the neighbourhood and then speeding up the street with the Audi after they stole it,” the owner said. CCTV footage later confirmed the other vehicle travelling with the Audi was a Mini Cooper.Anyone with information about this incident or CCTV footage taken in the area around 3.30pm last Sunday is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimes toppers.com.au, or call Tweed Police Station on 07 5506 9499.
By Jo Kennett A dark Mini Cooper was later seen with the stolen Audi and may be able to assist police The missing car is a white 2022 Audi Q2 NSW rego ESL39H Karen Stanojevic with her daughter
TWEED POLICE are urging residents to approach phone messages from unknown sources with caution following a fresh round ofCybercrimescams.
“This year, Borderline Cats has introduced a sustainable theme to complement the competition aspect of the show, plus promotion of responsible pet ownership for the public.”
Community halls at crossroads
Borderline Cats Inc president Dr Crystal Maher said this year’s Cat Show theme is “It’s Easy Being Green”.
Council currently pays for insurance and completes external maintenance of the halls, but under a new proposal, hall committees would be “responsible for everything”.CrabbesCreek Community Hall pres ident Kylie Dunne said they are being given two options. “One proposal is that we pay for our public liability insurance and a fee to Council for the licence, which will add up to over $3,000,” Ms Dunne said. “That’s a lot of hires at $15 per hour to cover the extra cost, and the small halls don’t have many bookings. “Council has been paying for our pub lic liability insurance for more than 30 years and they bundle all the halls under one policy, so they pay about $5,000 to cover nine halls. “I think Council has forgotten that we are a community hall, not-for-profit and the hall holds our little communities to gether through flood and fire.” Ms Dunne said another option would see Council look after hall hire and fi nances.“Ifthey do hall hire, we can’t be flexible on hire fees,” she said.
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Cat Show is back
The event runs from 10am to 4pm. Lunch and refreshments are available in the club throughout the day. Entry fee is $2 for adults and $5 for a family.
“If the Rural Fire Service wants to in form the local community about a fire, we would waive the hire fee, but with Council doing hall hire, by the time it gets approved, the bush fire would have gone.“They would pay all the bills, but if we want to upgrade or fix anything, we have to get approval and Council does the work, but they aren’t fast at fixing things.” Council will meet again with hall committees later this month with more information.Councilisalso asking residents to have their say on the future of Kunghur Hall. The hall was built by the communi ty in 1915 and has been operating as a preschool since 1985 for three days a week, but since 2009, the space hasn’t been shared with the community, apart from the side annex used by a craft group once a Councilmonth.staff will be at the hall on Tuesday, August 23, from 9am to 2pm to answer any questions. Karen Challand was team leader of the Kunghur and Surrounds Community Resilience Team (CRT) which provided critical support during the floods. “Residents have been trying to get Kun ghur Community Hall back to a shared space since 2009,” she said. “We are a remote community with a growing population and no community meeting place. “In February, we were both cut off and without communication. We had nowhere to run an emergency response from, to assist our community. “Kunghur Community Hall is on Kyo gle Road and a pivotal resource for both connection and during emergencies. “The hall has been shared with the preschool in the past, we ask that it be sharedResidentsagain.”can complete the hall survey online: byau/kunghurhall.https://www.yoursaytweed.com.Responsesmustbein4pmonSeptember2.
“Our sponsors have embraced this theme and with their assistance, we have introduced some great new ideas,” he said.
SOME OF the finest feline breeds in Australia are set to con verge on the South Tweed Sports Club for the long-awaited return of the Championship Cat and Kitten Show on Saturday, August 27. Cat lovers need to see this extraordinary exhibition that will showcase a range of cats, from Persians to furless and everything in between. The event is hosted by Borderline Cats Inc with judging across a range of categories. One of the event organisers Pamela Veness said the Cat Show is a welcome return following the last-minute cancellation last year due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Our iconic local halls such as Crabbes Creek Hall (above) are at a crossroads Terri Hunt with the winning Sphynx Cha Cha in 2019
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COMMUNITY GROUPS are concerned with a new hall proposal from Tweed Shire Council, which many fear could force some halls to close, while Coun cil is running a survey and information session on the future of Kunghur Hall. The Tweed halls that are affected are Chillingham, Crabbes Creek, Crystal Creek Community, Doon Doon, Fern vale, Limpinwood, Piggabeen, Cobaki, Pottsville Beach and Tumbulgum.
“Visitors will have a chance to talk to registered breeders and exhibitors of many breeds, to gain information on breed characteristics to assist in making an informed choice to suit their lifestyle,” she said. “Local, interstate and international judges will score the exhibits, both longhaired and shorthaired.
“All pedigree exhibits are judged on a standard of points, while the non-pedigree exhibits, called companions, are judged on appearance and temperament.
Submissions can also be mailed to the General Manager, Tweed Shire Council, PO Box 816, Murwillumbah NSW 2484.
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Little sister Cara, 29, is also taking advantage of education support to become a Registered Nurse.“Istarted as a Care Service Employee, then qualified as an Enrolled Nurse. Now I am continuing my Bachelor studies to become a Registered Nurse thanks to Southern Cross Care.”According to Chief Executive Officer, Hel en Emmerson, also a Registered Nurse, “the sector offers many opportunities.” “At Southern Cross Care we want our staff to thrive. We’re always looking for new ways to support their education and learning.”
14 Local News Thursday, August 18, 2022 Tweed Valley Weekly Locals Supporting Locals Group targets landslips A GROUP of Landcare networks have banded together to support landholders to stabilise slips, prevent soil erosion and minimise the impact of landslips on threatened species and ecological communities. The joint effort follows severe rain events in the Northern Rivers in February and March this year that caused thousands of landslips across the region. Local Landcare coordinator for the Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network (BRRVLN), Emma Stone, said landslips are a massive concern and there’s a risk of further events.Therecent notification of a likely third La Niña wet weather event this summer has the potential to lead to further landslips. “Many people have experienced impacts to infrastructure and access to their properties,” Ms Stone “Landslipssaid.also pose an ecological threat, opening up the landscape to weed dispersal andTheerosion.”Landslip Recovery project is funded by North Coast Local Land Services. The project will offer support to landholders where landslips on their properties threaten the conservation values of threatened ecolog ical communities such as lowland subtropical rainforest and coastal swamp oak forest or other threatened species. “Eligible sites will be assessed by qualified professionals which may include engineers, soil conservationists and/or bush regenera tors,” Ms Stone said. “Landholders will be provided with a tailored remediation plan that will outline strategies that can be undertaken to mitigate soil erosion and reduce weed recruitment with consider ation to revegetating slips which may include tree planting and direct seeding techniques. “At this stage there is no assurance of finan cial support for undertaking on-ground works outlined in the remediation plans. “Our intention is that landholders can use these plans to undertake self-funded works or to apply for future funding opportunities.” For more information please visit: com/221858076283867viaery-projectorg.au/news/northern-rivers-landslip-recovbrrvln.Landholderscanregistertheirlandslipsanelectronicform:https://form.jotform.
Southern Cross Care will run an aged care information session in Tweed Heads on Tuesday, August 23, from 10am to 11am. Visit sccliving. org.au/events or call 1800 860 456 to register your interest.
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FOR SISTERS Karina and Cara, caring is in their blood. Both their mother and stepmother were clin ical specialist nurses. Now Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT is supporting them in their nursing studies. The sisters work side by side at one of South ern Cross Care’s Residential Care homes. “Southern Cross Care is a great place to work – working in aged care is very rewarding,” saysSheKarina.andCara are among a large group of staff benefiting from the organisation’s gen erous education support programs, as part of its commitment to career development and progression.Amulti-level learning approach offers inter nal and external courses as well as tertiary study. Paid study, flexible work and examina tion leave are also available. Karina joined Southern Cross Care in 2019 as a carer and is currently studying to be an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse. “I’m managing three days a week of study and working. Working while studying will make me a better nurse — the team is always ready to explain things I’m learning about.”
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TWEED SHIRE Mayor Chris Cherry and Councillor Nola Firth will leave the warmth and comfort of their homes behind for one night to raise awareness of rising homeless numbers in the Tweed. The councillors will join community leaders from across the Tweed when they participate in the annual Fred’s Place Vinnies Community Sleepout at Seagulls Club at Tweed Heads West on Friday, August 19, from 6pm. The pair will call an empty cardboard box home for the night as they brave the cold to raise awareness and funds for Fred’s Place –the only drop-in centre for homeless people in the “TheTweed.situation with homelessness in the Tweed Shire has reached breaking point,” Mayor Cherry said. “We had already declared a housing emer gency before the COVID-19 migration, now the devastating floods have taken a further 500 homes out of circulation. “We are calling on the owners of short-term holiday rental properties in the Tweed to spare a thought for these people and rent out their homes to those in need. “The 2021 Census figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics recently showed 3,892, or 9.4 per cent of private dwellings in the Tweed were unoccupied on the night of the Census. Think how much that could help if only half of these homes were added to the permanent rental pool.”
16 Local News Thursday, August 18, 2022 Tweed Valley Weekly Locals Supporting Locals TILLLIVEDrawMemberFriday$2100MUSIC8PMLATE Sunday Pool Comp 1PM LIVE MUSIC 2:30PM TILL 5:30PM 84087 SEE INSTORE FOR MORE SPECIALS 267 Tweed Valley Way, Murwillumbah BAR 02 6672 1006 BISTRO 02 6672 4772 | COURTESY BUS 0488 533 780 72972 BISTRO OPEN - OPEN 7 DAYS 12pm-2.30pm Lunch / 5.30pm-8pm Dinner BOTTLE SHOP CARLTON DRY 10 PACK STUBBIES $24.99 HAHNDRYSUPER STUBBIES 700ML 3 PK $14.99 Restaurant DAILY SPECIALS AVAILABLE THE RIV BISTRO IS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR NEXT FUNCTION. WE CATER FOR EVERYTHING. OPEN 7 DAYS LUNCH 12 - 2:30PM. DINNER FROM 5:30PM RESERVATIONS 02 6672 4772 +20rafflesnightThursdayMEATTRAYSJOKERDRAWeachWednesday3rdmonthRIVAJAM-OPENMIC/JAMNIGHT7PM-10PM Fee-free childhood training THE EARLY childhood workforce could see a boost, with the NSW Government committing 25,000 fee-free training places to bolster the pipeline of skilled and job-ready workers for the early learning and care sector. The fee-free courses are being offered at Kingscliff and Murwillumbah TAFE, Tweed Heads Ace Community Colleges and other providers in the area. It will come at great news for local childcare and early learning providers, who say they have been experiencing a chronic shortage ofIfworkers.youare aged 16 and over, no longer at school, living or working in NSW, an Austra lian/New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or humanitarian visa holder, you may be eli gible for the free training. You do not have to be working in the early childhood education and care sector or have previous industry experience to access fee-free full and part qualifications in early childhood education and care. Minister for Skills and Training Alister Hen skens said the fee-free courses will help people upskill and boost budgets by removing barriers to accessing quality vocational education and training.“Thisinvestment in fee-free courses enables you to get a job in an incredibly rewarding industry, study for free and earn while you learn,” Mr Henskens said. “People who are already working in the in dustry can also upskill if they enrol in courses this year, and bolster their qualifications so they can take on new roles as early learning educators.”Awiderange of full and part qualifications are available, including Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. These courses provide pathways to employ ment, including as an early childhood educator or educator in before and after school care programs.Minister for Education and Early Learning Sarah Mitchell said the NSW Government’s revolutionary Early Years Commitment will create jobs growth and opportunities for people to explore a career in early childhood education.“Ourinvestment in early learning will trans form the education system, create jobs and secure a brighter future for NSW families,” Ms Mitchell said. “Parents know the value of a high quality and reliable early childhood service for their child’s future, and this government is leading the country in delivering that for all NSW families.” For more information: tion.nsw.gov.au/initiatives/childcarehttps://skills.educa
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Cr Nola Firth, who participated in her first Vinnies Sleepout last year, said the growing number of homeless people across Australia was a “disgrace”. “It really distresses me that in a country as rich as Australia we should have a growing number of people homeless in our community, this wasn’t the case when I was younger and Australia was less affluent,” Cr Firth said. “In 2016, the Census showed us there were 444 people who were homeless in the Tweed – I hate to think what that figure is now after the“Itflood.maybe only a token thing for us to sleep rough for one night, but it’s better than noth ing. I feel very strongly about this.” Cr Firth has called for a workshop to update councillors on the issue of homelessness in the Tweed and look at what can be done to assist. “I know it is a state issue, but it is so serious we all need to be doing something about it,” sheAllsaid.funds raised will go towards Fred’s Place. Mayor Chris Cherry and Cr Nola Firth join Fred's Place Team Leader Julian De Ridder
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Enjoying a day at the footy was Ruby and Pirie.
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MURWILLUMBAH COACH Brendon Hill said their 30-14 win against Ballina in Round 1 of the Premiership Qualify ing Finals was “very physical”. “Probably the two games we have played them have been the most physical games this year,” Hill told The Weekly. “We got off to a really good start, which helped in front of our home crowd, and our completion rate was the best it’s been in four or five games. “Everyone pulled up alright and we should get another couple back for the Bilambil game [a home game] next Sunday. They have improved a lot so it will be tough.” In the Ladies League Tag, Trophy Qualifier Mustangs beat Casino 20-14 and play Kyogle in the preliminary fi nal on Saturday. In Reserve Grade, Mustangs lost 18-6 to Ballina and take them on in another home game this weekend. In the Under 18s Premier ship Qualifying Final, Mur willumbah lost to the Seagulls 28-14 and play Ballina at By ron this weekend.
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On representing Tweed for the next six months of the program, Braydon said he’s embraced the role with gusto. “I have been told that there are MPs that want to get in touch with me after this program to hear more about me and my dreams and aspirations, which is awesome,” he said. “I’m super excited to be representing Tweed as an electorate for the next six months and hopefully I can do it again next year.”
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THE VOICES of students, our leaders of tomorrow, filled the Legislative Council over a four-day sitting week in mid-July at the NSW Parliament, as part of the year-long youth leadership and engage mentAmongprogram.thefresh
faces was Tweed Shire year 10 student Braydon Monahan, 15, who said it was an “awesome” experi ence.The students debated and passed nine important committee reports, including nearly 100 recommendations across a range of portfolios such as Aboriginal affairs, education, women’s affairs and inclusion and diversity. “Overall, it has been an awesome chance to learn more about the parlia mentary experience,” he said. Braydon said the best parts of Youth Parliament were his committee’s debate on energy, environment and climate change.“Thefirst question time was pretty cool,” he said, despite some initial nerves before he found his voice in parliament. “At first my knees were shaking and my palms were super sweaty, but now I’m able to get up there and I’m able to speak really well, I don’t need to have the speech in front of me, I think my confidence has really grown,” he said. On speaking in relation to the impor tance of advocating for rural and regional NSW, Braydon said he feels like the bush can be forgotten. “I feel like regional and rural NSW, especially youth, can be forgotten about quite a bit.” “I believe it is so important to have a role like this in this year’s Youth Parlia ment and I’m so glad I can be the first Regional Youth Minister sitting in Youth Parliament.”Thesenior high school student said he might consider a career in politics. “I used to think that politics was just holding office, but I realise to go into a career in politics is not just holding office and representing your state or electorate, it is way more than that,” he said. “You can work in an office, you can be a policymaker, you can work for an MP or a MLC, there are so many opportunities, I didn’t know that and that’s given me hope. I don’t have to hold office, I can do many other things.”
Member for Richmond Justine Elliot recently announced that applications are now open for grants between $1,000 and $5,000 to support eligible not-for-profit community or ganisations.“Volunteers play such a vital role, and these grants will sup port community groups right across our region,” Ms Elliot said. “Local organisations can use the funding to buy much-needed small equipment items, such as computers or first-aid kits.
Ms Elliot said the Tweed and broader Richmond areas have so many dedicated volunteer groups who give their time to help others in our community. “I encourage them to apply for these grants,” she said. “I’m always fighting to make sure we get our fair share from Canberra and these grants are part of the more than $2.5 billion I’ve delivered for our local roads, schools, health and community resources.”
THERE ARE plenty of active grants available this year, in cluding the 2022 Richmond Volunteer Grants Program.
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“The grants can also be used to contribute to volunteers’ fuel costs and help fund training courses and background checks.”
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Braydon speaking in Parliament Students found their voices on some of the most important topics facing the country
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MURWILLUMBAH tennis courts hosted the Todd Woodbridge Cup recently, with participating schools from across the Tweed taking part. Students were eager to demonstrate their skills on the new surface, which includes the mini courts for young players.Master Club professional tennis coach Gemma Eaton hosted the event, which she said attracted 150 students from six local schools in grades three and four. Murwillumbah Public School has some solid players with its students winning the day. “Our new mini courts allow for greater participation and develop ment for children,” Ms Eaton said. “They are used for lessons and school groups. They are also used for Pickleball, a bat and ball game that’s fun, easy and low impact. Sessions are available daily. “This enables participation for adults and seniors.” Ms Eaton said it was great to see emerging tennis players having a hit with their peers. “More people, playing more tennis, for longer,” she said. “We’re also hosting our official opening of the new mini courts on Friday, September 16, from 3.30pm. “Casey Delacqua, professional ten nis player and Ash Barty’s doubles
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Mr Hunter said Mr Robinson leaves some big shoes to fill. “I love coming to the Woodcrafters and have always enjoyed the team environment,” he said. Mr Hunter said he wants to continue to sup port the members and look out for each other. “Given the club has so many attributes, we feel it’s time to reflect, we’re asking what’s one thing that would make the club even better?” he“We’resaid. planning our special Woodcrafters Exhibition and Open Day on Saturday, Sep tember 3, from 9am to 3pm.”
EXCITEMENT IS building for the return of the popular Baby Show and Fete presented by All Saints Anglican Church in Murwillumbah on Saturday, September 3. This iconic event was cancelled for the past two years due to COVID-19 and organiser Merilyn Gilmore said the team and parents are eager to bring it back. “We’re hoping for one of our biggest years ever to celebrate 25 years of the Baby Show and Fete,” she said. “We are hoping to get many local parents, children and bubs along to join the fun and get your photo taken.” Visitors can expect a morning tea, drinks and a sausage sizzle, plus a jumping castle and face painting. Parents are required to register on the day by 9am and entry is $5 with judging from 10am. “There will be prizes in five age categories for cutest smile, happiest baby, and longest eyelashes, plus special gifts for youngest baby,” Ms Gilmore said. “We will also announce ‘baby of the day’, and a special Fathers’ Day prize for ‘dad and child’ this year.” Ms Gilmore said there will also be a crown ing of the Prince and Princess. “Have your child’s photo taken — images will be sent by email,” she said. “Remember, there is also a special fete with plenty on offer, including plants, cakes, sweets, clothes, flowers, craft, jams, pickles, fresh fruit salad, trash and treasure, toys, books, balloons, jewellery, and, of course, lamingtons.” But that’s not all, don’t miss the Coffee Mugs Competition, with prizes for most unusual and most colourful mugs (entry is 50 cents).
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TWEED VALLEY Woodcrafters Association have this week celebrated the immense con tribution made by outgoing president Doug Robinson.MrRobinson spent the past decade as the association president and is handing the reins to longtime member Ian Hunter. Mr Robinson was the longest serving pres ident in the 26 years of the association and intends to remain an active member. “I’m looking forward to some travel and continuing my woodcraft activities,” he told The Weekly during a visit and special morning tea and photo shoot on Monday, August 15. “Change is inevitable and there’s good people here to carry on everything we’ve achieved.” Mr Robinson oversaw the expansion of the site, upgrading of facilities and created the new“Theclubroom.NSWGovernment has been supporting of the Woodcrafters,” he said. “Through that we’ve seen great support from our past member for Lismore Thomas George and our now current member for Lismore Janelle Saffin.”
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“Your patronage will also be most welcome, and we will be making a contribution to Tweed Shire’s Mayoral Flood Appeal,” Ms Gilmore said. For more information please contact Ms Gilm ore on 0419 697 559. By Jonathon Howard Our iconic local Baby Show is back. Gordon, his two children, and Natalie Booth with Lila Dahl and organiser Merilyn Gilmore
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The family have some big plans on the horizon, including a possible expansion of the Davebusiness.andJoan said they hope to pass the reins to Hollie and Maitland some day.“We pride ourselves on quality work by locals for locals,” Dave said. “And it’s great knowing that Hollie and Maitland are keen to continue that approach when we retire. “But right now, we’re focusing on our local clients and building the business.” Dave and Joan grew up in the Tweed Valley and have a passion for the Tweed Shire.The family has also been heavily in volved in motor racing at speedway, jet boats, hill climbs and carting. “I love that we’re working together as a family,” Hollie said. “We make a great team and we’re get ting bookings all the time.” Maitland is a local and enjoys working in the industry. “It’s something different all the time and I enjoy the challenge with a great family team,” he said. Dave was taught by his father Dick Evans many years ago and continues to use his lessons of quality work. “Come and see us for all your automo tive electrical needs,” he said. To find out more visit the Tweed Valley Auto Electrics team at 18/9 Kite Crescent in South Murwillumbah, or phone ahead on 0491 976 358.
Dave and Joan Evans with their daughter Hollie and her partner Maitland Behind the wheel of a big rig gives students an understanding of the many challenges truck drivers face on our roads
TWEED VALLEY Electrical owners Dave and Joan Evans, along their daugh ter Hollie and her partner Maitland By rnes, are realising their dream of running a small family business. The family recently set up at Unit 18/9 Kite Crescent in South Murwillumbah, where the team can handle all your auto electrical needs. “From full wiring to lighting and ev erything in between, we can handle it all,” Dave said. Dave brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in the automotive industry, with 45 years under his belt and trained by his father Dick Evans. Dave and Maitland both believe in quality workmanship first and foremost. A born and bred Tweed local, Dave said he’s passionate about his work and he speaks highly of Maitland’s work manship.“Maitland finished his apprenticeship a few years ago and he’s got great skills and shares my vision for quality work,” heJoansaid.and Hollie are handling the ad ministration and bookkeeping for the business.“It’sbeen a great start to the business,” Joan“We’resaid.taking plenty of work and keep ing busy, it’s great to be back and doing the thing we love, working as a family in the auto electrical industry.”
THE MOST successful Murwillumbah Sporting Car Club Young Driver Program, that teaches our young drivers valuable lessons, took place on Saturday, August 6. Activities included car maintenance, looking under the bonnet, tyre care, changing a wheel, big truck awareness and further developing the students’ driving skills. Car Club program coordinator Rob Learmonth said the last session of the morning involved engagement in the skill of driving through a series of slaloms on a marked out course. “Without the support of our experienced volunteers and local sponsors, this valuable program would not happen,” he said. “We will be conducting further workshops throughout the year.” For further information please phone: 0428 249 483 or the website www.sccmurwillumbah.com.au sporting car club
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Taylors Corner has best fuel price in Tweed MOTORISTS ARE rushing to fill up at the fuel bowser this week, taking advantage of some hottest fuel prices so far in 2022. As the deadline to the federal government’s halving of the fuel subsidy is set to expire at midnight on September 28, it makes you wonder if some people stockpile the stuff. The cheapest fuel price in the Tweed Shire, at the time of print, was at the iconic Taylors Corner Service Station at 89 Ewing Street in Murwillumbah.TaylorsCorner is managed by Byron Mitch ell, who has been operating the servo for the past year and said he was keen to attract more motorists and offer a “fair price”. Taylors Corner was offering unleaded (U91) for $1.69 per litre at the time of print and $1.89 per litre for diesel. That’s almost 10 cents cheaper than other fuel providers. “We wanted to show we’re not greedy, we want to support locals and we’re still making a small profit,” he said. Mr Mitchell said he’s had the price lower than his competition for the past month. “We’re keen to stay low, even though the fuel subsidy will have an impact, but will need to see how the pricing goes,” he said. Mr Mitchell also wanted to dispel some mistruths he’s heard about Taylors Corner. “We want to assure residents that our fuel tanks have been regularly checked by profes sionals and does not contain water,” he said. “Our tanks are clean, and our petrol is clean. “Our diesel tanks are also brand new and sit above the flood level and are professionally checked regularly. “So come down and fill up at Taylors Corner, we’re proudly independent.”
FILL HER UP! Taylors Corner is offering a great price on fuel at the moment
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2. It may seem obvious, but you should refuel when prices are low, not when your tank is empty, which most of us are guilty of doing.
4. Watch your speed. Keep in the left lane if travelling below the speed limit.
7. Have your wheel alignment checked. An improper alignment will see your tyres drag across the bitumen rather than rolling freely which results in lower fuel economy.
9. Shop smart. Take advantage of the range of petrol offers with companies. 10. Service your car regularly. Blocked air filters can increase fuel consumption signifi cantly.
1. Shop around. This is especially the case in the Tweed Shire, where Queensland provides a great option to fill up for cheaper per litre rates. You can also use a range of websites to monitor real time pricing.
THE WEEKLY, in conjunction with NRMA, has compiled the top ten tips for keeping your fuel dial in the green this week.
3. Avoid hard acceleration and braking. Flow with the traffic and maintain smooth driving, which can reduce fuel consumption by up to 30 per cent.
5. Lighten the load. Take off roof-racks and bull bars if they’re not needed. Remove golf clubs or tools if you’re not using them.
6. Tyre pressure. Keep pressure towards the top of the manufacturer’s recommended range. Under-inflated tyres respond poorly to steering and do not hold well on the road.
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8. When the weather is fine, switch off the air-conditioning. This can reduce fuel con sumption by up to 10 per cent in urban driving.
“With wet soils, high rivers, full dams and the outlook for above average rainfall, there remains an elevated risk of flooding,” Commissioner York said. “Today’s announcement from the Bureau is yet another reason for people to be prepared for floods. “Know your own flood risk, develop your flood plan and make sensible and safe decisions.
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THE NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is warning Tweed Shire residents and farmers to be prepared for “heightened risks of severe weather” in the coming months. Bureau of Metrology (BOM) issued a La Nina alert late last week, as their three-month climate outlook shows a high chance of above average rainfall for most of the eastern twothirds of the Australian mainland between September and November 2022. NSW SES Commissioner Carlene York is warning residents to expect adverse weather conditions for months to come.
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THE HARVEST in the Condong Mill area has now reached 25 per cent of the estimated crop. We are behind schedule for this time of year due mainly to the wet weather experienced. Our harvest season will now extend into December and our crop of 385,000 tonnes seems optimistic at this stage. Cane in the Richmond area continues to be hauled to Condong, but the amount is limited by Condong’s capac ity and a stretched transport system.Thedelayed start of Broad water Mill is of major concern to our industry. This large industrial site was severely damaged in the catastrophic floods of March and repairs to the mill and co generation plant are ongoing. Hopefully Broadwater Mill will fire up again by Septem berOn1.a more positive note, although the crop is a small one this year, down by about 30 per cent on average, the sugar content is quite high — by more than half a unit of CCS — for this time of year. The world sugar price, which is the benchmark upon which all Australian sugar is traded, continues to sustain goodTheselevels.good prices for sug ar help offset some of the dramatic rises in input costs for Australian farmers, such as fuel, fertiliser, chemicals, machinery and parts, if you can get them. All Australian farmers know the experience of one step for ward, one step sideways and one step backwards. Cane farmers are currently busy trying to prepare fallow ground for cane planting, which usually starts mid-Au gust. This has been very diffi cult because of the saturated soilSeveralconditions.weeks of fine weath er are desperately needed for planting and to continue the harvest.Harvest crews are doing a great job under difficult condi tions, and the huge amount of flood debris in the cane crop keeps them busy and slows theTheharvest.growers are having a hard time getting the silt laden cane to burn and this makes the harvesting job even more difficult. Bye for now and best wishes, Rob Hawken.
“Simple things like preparing an emergency evacuation kit can be incredibly useful and help you in the event you need to evacuate your home. “Our website has a lot of useful information for anyone needing assistance to prepare or learn about their risks.” For more information go to: www.ses.nsw.gov.au/getready.
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Since our shed consists of retired men who need to do something and have a strong desire to give to community we run these markets not as a strict commercial venture but as a community venture. Our market staff are all volunteers, we operate out of our premises on the market venue, our staff are first aid trained with annual refreshers and we have first aid facilities in our shed as well as a defibrillator (no other market is so well equipped), because we want to help community we only charge a site fee of $15, (other commercial markets charge $65 to $385), our stalls are 5 meters square while other markets are 3 meters square, we do not charge a site fee to charities, sporting, service and school groups as well as buskers (proof must be provided), we offer vendors public liability insurance for $10 each time or vendors can have their own insurance (proof must be provided), and when possible we give donations to local groups and charities each month (application sheets are available from the shed). So be community minded, help your own community, come for a morning walk and support your local community as well as beating inflation by shopping in the fresh open air. Buy your weekly supplies and have a burger and coffee or a sausage or try the tasty phillipino street food at Nana Tess. All vendors charge reasonable prices.
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THE SPOTLIGHT was well and truly on men’s mental health on the weekend after the tragic passing of Paul Green. Green was an NRL icon but more im portantly was a Dad, a husband and a ripperGreenybloke.played first grade at several clubs, played origin and a test for Aus tralia during Superleague. Add to that a quality coaching that included the highlights of Origin and delivering the Cowboys first Grand Final victory in 2015 and he is a true icon of the game who sadly is no longer with us. I was lucky enough to play with Greeny at Wynnum in 2005 and he called me in France to return to the Gulls when he had the clipboard in 2010. He called me the day my son Felix was born and was always someone I could touch base with. He was a great player, great coach, a hell of a bloke and we shared some real good times together.
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I’ll miss you mate - rest easy. It really highlighted the concept of mens health and the pressure NRL staff face - none are at the coalface more than an NRL head coach. I do hope (albeit in unfortunate cir cumstances) this is the catalyst to have the NRL do more for men involved in the game before, during and after their careers.Saturday sees the start of the NRLW competition and I for one am very excited about it. It will be a quality competition and with the women’s competition expanding it is an exciting time for the ladies league. Northern Rivers Titans will be entering a team in the statewide Lisa Fiaola cup at the end of this year and will also partic ipate in the NRL Rookie Rise program for 40 females in the Northern Rivers to improve their skills. The last few rounds are going to be su per interesting with the Raiders still a faint hope of jagging 8th, the Sharks a good chance of finishing 2nd and 3rd to 8th up for grabs for anyone to have form the back end. The form of some teams is very interest ing - you would hate to follow the Eels and the Storm have shown again the Panthers areThebeatable.NRRRL heads into round two of the semi’s with the first spot in the grand final up for grabs. The Mustangs were strong at home against Ballina and will be looking for inspirational captain Joe Besgrove to lead from the front again in a bid to have a Murwillumbah Grand Final for the first time since 2012. Bilambil, who were heavy pre-season favourites after a recruitment spree will be keen to have the big dance down in the valley where the grass is green. Country fullback Ollie Regan will be looking for a big game and the matchup between the two rep back rowers in Rob Shepherd and Kalani Hensby will be worth the $10 entry fee. See you at the footy, Quinny.
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Fins Plantation House is one of the best venues in Australia and you're invited to attend a special event hosted by Kingscliff Business
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Mr Owen said on arrival at Fins Plantation House, guests will enjoy a welcome drink from Husk Distillers or Earth Beer Company before visiting food stations serving canapes prepared by Fins’ award-winning team. “Finish off the evening with delicious, sweet treats, lovingly prepared by Salt Village French Patisserie,” he said. “During the evening guests will hear from internationally renowned travelling celebrity chef Steven Snow, owner/chef of Fins and Tweed Tourism hero Aymon Gow, the general manager of Tropical Fruit World. “There will also be presentations from Craige Gravestein, owner Salt Village French Patis serie, Paul Messenger founder/CEO Husk Distillers and Richie Forman, director Earth Beer Company. “It won’t only be tastebuds that are tanta lised, with up-and-coming Tweed singer-song writer Ollie Twohill rolling out melodic tracks throughout the evening.” Mr Owen said he was “excited to be hosting this event”. “I want to sincerely thank Snowy, Morgan and the team at Fins Plantation House for their support, which has meant that we have been able to keep the cost as low as possible so more people can come and enjoy this won derful evening we have lined up. “I cordially invite all of the Tweed commu nity to join us”. The event will kick off from 5pm for 5.30pm start to 7.30pm. The cost is $55 and includes canapés and welcome drinks. A paid bar will be available on the night. For more information or bookings please visit: www.kingscliffchamber.com.au/events
BUSINESS KINGSCLIFF is inviting Tweed Shire residents to treat themselves to an exclu sive evening of networking and food and drinks on Thursday, August 25, at one of Tweed’s most stunning venues. Business Kingscliff president James Owen said the Tweed is lucky to have some of the finest eateries and food and drink producers in“IAustralia.wantedto bring some of them together for the community to enjoy at Fins Plantation House – arguably one of the best venues in the country at Duranbah,” he said. “The word ‘artisan’, meaning skilled worker, is often overused these days, but it definitely applies to those participating in our event.”
ONE OF the Tweed’s prettiest little villages is set to host the Uki Festival over the weekend of October 22 and 23. This festival will present a range of worldclass music, art, dance, food and resilience, which aims to celebrate Uki’s February flood recovery.TheUki Festival is being directed by Kerry Turner and myself (Nick Hanlon), who be tween us have more than 70 years of experi ence creating and curating events.
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32 Entertainment Thursday, August 18, 2022 Tweed Valley Weekly Locals Supporting Locals VISIT US - 02 66795664 WHEN FALLING LEAVES SOFTLY HIDE MAGICAL PATHS TO THE HINTERLAND Stay Love Eat 88029 GUIDE Gig FRI 19 AUG Rockafellas 7pm SAT 20 AUG Jazz Jam 2pm Back to Back 6pm SUN 21 AUG Goran Sedlar 11.30am TUE 23 AUG Tracey & Marco 6pm WED 24 AUG Russel Hinton 1.30pm GUIDE Gig FRI 5 AUG Little Stevie & the Tailfins 7pm SAT 6 AUG Jazz - The Todd Hardy Swingtet 2pm Black Tie Affair 6pm SUN 7 AUG Kate Kelly TUE 9 AUG Systematic 10 AUG Russel Hinton FOR EACH $25 DINE VOUCHER TUESDAY EVENING MEAT RAFFLETRAY 20 Master Meat Trays to be won Tickets on sale 6pm Raffle drawn at 7.30pm SATURDAY 27 AUG 8PM MEMORY LANE MON'S AT 2PM MUSIC TRIVIA WED'S AT FREEGREATTHUR'STRIVIA6.30PMAT7PMPRIZESTOBEWONTOPLAY 88395
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The aim is to deliver a festival that raises funds for Uki’s resilience development and that also entertains and celebrates the local community and beyond. The festivities will commence both days at 10am with a Welcome to Country followed by a traditional Smoking Ceremony. The entertainment includes gospel-blues stars Hat Fitz and Cara on the Saturday, and Bluesroots legend Ash Grunwald on the Sunday, with performances from The Best of Poets Out Loud, Bill Jacobi, Emmagen Rain, Jesse Witney, The Mandy Hawkes Band, The War ren Earle Band, Jerome Williams, BLAKBOI, The Whopping Big Band, Elena B Williams and many more. Dance performances include The Kids Cart ing for Country Indigenous dance troupe, a sponsored Bootscoot for Boots for Bushies and a community bush dance with the Bale ‘Em Up Bush Band featuring the infamous Rabbit – which will be proudly led by the students of Uki Primary School. Get your dancing shoes (or boots) on! An art exhibition will be displayed in the hall, culminating in an art auction. Resilience Agencies such as the RFS, SES, UKIRA and Resilient Uki will be in attendance, as well as workshops, and yarn-ups in the dedicated Elder’sCheckspace.TheWeekly for more updates closer to the festival date and check out our program, transport and other details via: facebook.com/ TheUkiFest
LOCAL LEGEND Ernest Cobb, aka Cobby, recently celebrated his 99th birthday and is still going strong. The Weekly was invited to attend Mr Cobb’s birthday event at Allan’s Seafood on Tweed Valley Way with family and friends, on Sat urday, August 6. Mr Cobb has led an extraordinary life from fighting the Japanese during World War II in Papua New Guinea, to farming and working a trade in the Tweed Shire, to husband and committed family man.
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OFFICIAL COMPETITION M / 114 / COMEDY / DRAMA When a billionaire entrepreneur impulsively decides to create an iconic movie, he demands the best. Renowned filmmaker Lola Cuevas (Penélope Cruz) is recruited. THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER M / 119 / ACTION / ADVENTURE / FANTASY Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder finds the God of Thunder (Chris Hemsworth) on a journey unlike anything he’s ever faced – a quest for inner peace.
We are so truly blessed to live in this region, with its boundless beauty and creative charisma. Today I decided to indulge in our local bounty with a walk through scrubby bush and littoral rainforest, culminating on a wonderfully white sandy beach. I could be describing any number of areas around the Northern Rivers and Tweed coast, as there are so many spectacular spots, each as special as the next, presenting different aspects of the same glistening blue ocean on these sunshine-kissed winter days. Even the whales were rejoicing, with parents teaching breaching, gracefully arcing so close to shore we could see their white bellies! Two calves took on the challenge, but hadn’t quite got the hang of it yet, as they shot out of the water like renegade torpedoes, spinning wildly in a corkscrew before crashing back down. The siblings – or cousins? – seemed to be taking great joy in the competition, with rapid splashes in quick succession as they began learning the art of the breach. Such a spectacular show that lasted the whole hour we were there, plus the walk back – we could still see them splashing away in the bay as we drove home. No wonder tourists flock to this little bubble of paradise, with a chance to witness such a scene! It’s a shame the ones who live here generally don’t get to enjoy it as much as those relishing a holiday. My friend remarked that they’d just done a 5-hour drive south last holidays to spend time somewhere similar and wondered why we don’t take advantage of what’s on our doorstep more often. Sometimes you have to leave to realise what you’ve got. I can hear Joni Mitchell now! With natural beauty comes creativity, an endless font for sensitive souls to draw from, and be drawn to. The Caldera has the highest number of artists per capita in all of Australia. That’s saying something for the magnetism of our Mountain! A melting-pot cauldron where we can all get along, with artistic offerings for everyone, no matter what you’re into. Sounds like Utopia! (LIVE MUSIC ON BALCONY) ELENA B WILLIAMS with RACHEL HEATON 5:00-7:00PM
WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING M / 130 / DRAMA / MYSTERY Where the Crawdads Sing tells the story of Kya, an abandoned girl who raised herself to adulthood in the dangerous marshlands of North Carolina.
NEXT WEEK: Elena B. Williams and Rachel Heaton return to warm up our audience for the final August Soirée, Saturday 27th (5-7pm) Friday 26th – POETS OUT LOUD: YOUTH POETRY SLAM, brought to you by the Byron Writer’s Festival. This FREE event, supported by the Tweed Shire Council, is sure to inspire all generations – come along and see what the youth of today have to say through their poetry performances. FREE Tickets via TryBooking (no fees).
Sacred Sound Temple presents HOUSE OF BLISS HEARTS ON FIRE 5:30PM Where the Crawdads Sing 12:00PM The Villa (Maison de Retraite) (ENG-SUB) 2:45PM Thor: Love and Thunder 5:00PM Bosch & Rockit 7:30PM Official Competition (Eng-Sub)12:00PM Bosch & Rockit 2:30PM Falling for Figaro 4:45PM Sunset Soirées (LIVE MUSIC ON BALCONY) SAHAR 5:00-7:00PM Elvis (Encore) 7:00PM Bosch & Rockit 12:00PM Thor: Love and Thunder (Final) 2:15PM The Villa (Maison de Retraite) (ENG-SUB) 4:45PM Where the Crawdads Sing 7:00PM FRI 19 AUGUST SAT 20 AUGUST SUN 21 AUGUST Elvis (Encore) 12:00PM Poets Out Loud Youth Slam - 2022 6:00PM Bosch & Rockit 12:00PM Elvis (Encore) 2:15PM Sunset Soirées
Falling for Figaro 5:30PM Where the Crawdads Sing 7:45PM The Villa (Maison de Retraite) (ENG-SUB) 12:00PM Falling for Figaro 2:00PM Where the Crawdads Sing 4:15PM Bosch & Rockit 7:00PM
THU 18 AUGUST FRI 26 AUGUST BOSCH & ROCKIT M / /107 / DRAMA In the late summer along the Australian coast, young father Bosch hits the road in a hurry to avoid a run in with the law.
ELVIS M / 159 / BIOGRAPHY / DRAMA / MUSIC The film explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. THE VILLA (MAISON DE RETRAITE) M / 97 / COMEDY Milan, a young man on parole, is forced to work in a retirement home rather than go to jail.
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Ernest Cobb has hit 99 and is still going strong
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The Mooball schoolboy was born at Mur willumbah Hospital in 1923 and has seen a lot of changes over his 99 years. “Only went to school for four years. Joined the army in 1939 because of the pay,” he told The“StartedWeekly.cutting cane at 16 in the Richmond and Tweed before moving into the concrete bridge building including Boyds Bay Bridge as supervising officer. “The bridge is still standing so I must have done something right.”
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THE TRAVELLING FILM FESTIVAL (9-11 Sep) LIVE EVENTS: PACO LARA (Sunday 16th October, 2pm) + THE JOHN LENNON SONGBOOK (Sunday 30th October, 5pm)
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FALLING FOR FIGARO M / 105 / COMEDY / ROMANCE A brilliant young fund manager leaves her unfulfilling job and long-term boyfriend to chase her lifelong dream of becoming an opera singer in the Scottish Highlands.
SAT 27 AUGUST SUN 28 AUGUST IS W K XT W KSHOWMES are a Covid Safe business | Session times are subject to change 5 Brisba St Murwi umb WWW. E-REG T. M.AU 02 6672 8265 Usual op Days Fri - SUN 18TH AUG TO 24TH AUG 25TH AUG TO 31TH AUG Thursday 18th – Sacred Sound Temple presents HOUSE OF BLISS HEARTS ON FIRE (doors open 5pm) Two chances for double Hemsworths on our screen this week, as Bosch & Rockit begins, alongside finals for Thor: Love and Thunder We all know ELVIS loves an ENCORE, so we’ve added not one, not two, but three extra screenings this fortnight. “Thank you, thank you, thank you very much!” Spectacular Sahar will light up our Balcony for this Saturday’s Sunset Soirée (5-7pm)
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Sahar is lifelong storyteller IRANIAN-BORN SAHAR migrated to Syd ney’s Western Suburbs at the tender age of six, already a natural creative, insisting on performing at every family event. In fact, she penned her first poem at eight years old in a bid to make sense of the world though“Poetrywords.justfeels like it was in my blood,” she said. “I have always tried to make melodies from myAfterpoems.”segueing into the corporate world, Sahar finally learned to play an instrument in her 30s, heeding the call to escape the city. Travelling up the coast in her vintage housebus she named Dorothy, Sahar indulged her lifelong love-affair with the ocean, arriving in the Northern Rivers in 2019. Like so many who wind up staying, her orig inal intent was to just pass through, but she was completely captured by the many magical spots in the area and inspired by the artistic people also drawn here. Tragically, Dorothy was destroyed in the floods, but Sahar hasn’t lost hope. “I’m taking it in my stride as a lesson in letting go…perhaps the universe has other plans for me to start a new chapter,” she said. “My soul-sister Celeste organised a GoFund Me page to help raise funds to purchase a new motorhome.”Youcandonate to the cause here: https:// gofund.me/5c418d6cSaharfoundthecommunity response after the flood heart-warming – the best lesson learned from our collective trauma. Her post-flood clean-up work-out video went viral with an infectious positive attitude and hilarious antics, it’s well worth looking up. See Sahar at The Regent’s Sunset Soirée on this Saturday, August 20, from 5pm to 7pm. Check out Sahar at The Regent
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Holding Shot with Judy Tuckey MEN’S 2022 Pennant competition is well under way with five of the six section games, for all principles, on the agenda now completed. With the comp now formatted in sectional play of four sides per section, several of the Tweed Byron precinct teams have been drawn into neighbouring areas. However, this concept has not appeared to have impeded the local players in any way. Scoring across the board to date is quite interesting with mixed results in allGradegrades.2 results revealed that Byron Bay was drawn with Kyogle, Casino and Lennox Head in Section 2. The boys from the Bay, undefeated to date with five wins from five outings, are sitting on 47.5 points – 25 points ahead of their nearest rival, Lennox Head, in second place. Kingscliff Blue was drawn with East Lismore, Lismore Heights, South Lismore, Alstonville and Ballina in Section 3’s group of six teams. However, strong opposition has placed the Kingy lads near the bottom of the Sectionladder.4is made up of all Tweed Byron precinct sides. Early rounds revealed South Tweed, Pottsville and Kingscliff travelling closely on the leader board with Caba dragging the chain.However, after five rounds Potty is holding a 9 shot lead over South Tweed with Kingscliff a further 3 shots back and Caba in fourth place. Byron Bay and Ocean Shores wound up in Section 2 with Ballina and Lennox Head in Grade 3. Ocean Shores have been successful in winning the first five games and are on top of the leader board on 46.5 points with Byron Bay bringing up the rear. Section 4A with Condong, Brunswick Heads, Burringbar and Cabarita doing battle resulted in Brunswick appearing as the teams to beat after five games. However, a reinvented Cabarita in Game 5 has promoted their side to second place just two points behind the leader. Burringbar and Condong are now Sectiontrailing.4Bwith Cudgen Leagues, Kingscliff, South Tweed Heads and Pottsville vying for top honours, it appears that Cudgen Leagues is the tough nut to crack. Winning four of the first five games, the club is now leading on 31 points, ahead of South Tweed (28 pts), Kingscliff (25.5 pts) and Pottsville (15.5) pts. Last but not least – Grade 4 –Kingscliff White and Bangalow where thrown into the deep end with Alstonville and South Lismore in SectionKingscliff3. led the field for the first four games but South Lismore now has a 4.5 However,lead.one more round may change that! Stiff opposition kept Bangalow in check and further down theOceanladder.Shores appear to be on fire in Section 4 winning all games to date and holding an 8 points lead over second placed South Tweed Heads. Kingscliff Blue and Pottsville are trailing in this section.Section winners will progress to Zone finals to be conducted at South Lismore mid September. Stay safe and well and be kind to each other.
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Murwillumbah In loving memory of Margaret Joyce McIlrath nee’ Messenger Late of Eungella. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 2nd August 2022. Aged 83 Years. Dearly loved Wife of Martin. Loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Leanne & Ralph, Yvonne & Donald and Rosalind & Glenn. Cherished Grandmother of Megan & David, Emily, Elizabeth, Rebekah and Alexander. Loved sister of Valerie, Lyne e (dec’d) and Robert. Margaret’s Memorial Service will be held at e Jessie McMillan Hall, Wollumbin Street, Murwillumbah on Monday 22nd August 2022 at 11:30am. Will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Tweed Heads Ph: (07) 5599 1500 Ph: (02) 6672 2144 Murwillumbah In loving memory of Kelvin omas Heanes Also known as Lamuell Goldmarstir Passed away on Sunday 14th August 2022. Aged 62 Years. Dearly loved Son of Beryl and Athol Heanes (dec’d). Loved Brother of Kaylene & Ivan, Bernice & Ivan and Ian & Louise. Cherished Uncle to his Nieces and Nephews. Family and friends are warmly invited to a end his Funeral Service to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Murwillumbah on ursday 25th August 2022 at 10:30am. A er the service the Cortege will leave for the Murwillumbah Lawn Cemetery.
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Murwillumbah coach Brendon Hill said their 30-14 win against Ballina was very “Probablyphysical.thetwo games we have played them have been the most physical games this year,” Hill told The“WeWeekly.gotoff to a really good start which helped in front of our home crowd and our completion rate was the best it’s been in four or five games. “Everyone pulled up alright and we should get another couple back for the Bilambil game. They have improved a lot so it will be tough.”
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Cudgen had been at the top of the league for much of the season so the loss means they are out of the comp, a pretty devastating blow after such a great season. It was also a very emotional farewell for Myles Donnelly, who has retired due to an injury he has been battling. The Hornets website was filled with praise and love for “one of the greats” “an awesome player” and “a humble man” who will be “so missed” and has done so much for his club. His Dad Mike was there with a big hug at the end which is enough to bring anyone to tears really. Well done Myles on your brilliant career. Well done to everyone at the Hor nets and better luck for next year.
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Dearly loved wife of John. Loved mother and motherin-law of Paul and Kerry Ann & Anthony and Bridget. Loved Oma of Abbey, Atticus and Louis. Wilma will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Aged 85 years A private service has been held. In loving memory of Raymond Frederick Wightley ‘Ray’ Passed away on Wednesday 10th August 2022. Aged 71 years. ‘Always with us and forever part of us and who we are.’ Deeply loved husband of Chris, Dad to Sam, Bec, Ben, Jac and Jess, father-in-law to Susan, Chris, Stuart and Nathan, and Poppy to Zachary, Ally, Sebastian, Eliza, Scarlett, Tilly, Ezekiel, Josie, Maddie, Frankie and Tom. Beloved son of Joyce (dec’d) and Malcolm (dec’d), brother to Alex (dec’d), Wendy, Pam (dec’d) and Sue. Much loved family member and cherished friend to so many. A funeral service was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Murwillumbah on Wednesday 17th August 2022 . Chris and the family would like to thank all who have provided love and support, and especially Dr Richard Wellm and Wedgetail Retreat.
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Stanley Russel Chapman Late of Murwillumbah. Passed away suddenly on Wednesday 3rd August 2022. Aged 73 Years. Dearly loved Husband of Christine. Loved Father and Father-in-Law of Daniel and Kayla & Cameron and Samantha (dec’d). Cherished Poppy of Ava-Rose, Amarni Rae and Levi. Loving Great-Grandfather of Three.
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IT WAS the first weekend of the new finals series since the competition split into the Premierships Series for the top teams and the Trophy Series for the bottom teams, with Cudgen out along with much-loved former captain Myles Donnelly. Bilambil Jets captain Tom Rolles said their win against Cudgen “was a very physical game”. “The boys played well but Cudgen had a few boys back so it was good we kept them to 20-10,” he said. “This weekend we are playing against Murwillumbah to get into the grand final. “If we lose we play the winner of Byron and Evans; we are the only four teams left.”
Paul Anthony Larkin Late of Murwillumbah. Formerly of Farrant’s Hill. Passed away on Friday, 12th August 2022. Aged 85 Years. Dearly Loved Husband of Janice. Loved Father of Paul (dec’d), Jennifer Wallace, Danny, Ben, Ruth and Marian Herdegen & their respective Partners. Cherished Grandfather of 16. Loving Great-Grandfather of 12. Loved Brother of Michael (dec’d), Jim and Josephine Hortle. Family and Friends are warmly invited to attend Paul’s Requiem Mass to be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Murwillumbah on Tuesday 23rd August 2022 at 10:30am. After the service the cortege will leave for the Murwillumbah Lawn Cemetery, Tree Street.
Francis Roy Gra n Born in Kalgoorlie, WA, on 17 June 1937, formerly of the Tweed Valley. Roy lived with his younger son in Queensland for the past two years while receiving medical treatment. He passed away peacefully at home in Burleigh Heads on 5 August 2022, aged 85 years. Loving father to his three children, five grandchildren, three great grandchildren and loving brother, uncle and husband. A memorial service will be held in the Tweed Valley later in the year. Resting in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection. of care McGuinessFunerals
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The Tweed Coast Raiders lost to Northern United at Lismore 22-14 and will take on Marist Brothers in the Trophy Series this Sunday. If they lose they are out. Drew Lanston said they played well with only 13 players and lost Jayden Martin with a fractured leg so only had 12 players the whole game. “A big shout out to Jackson Schloss who played a full game of first grade and played well and then backed up for the reggies the next day,” he said. “The girls went so well; they had a great game and nearly beat Cudgen.” Ladies League Tag The sixth placed Raiderettes nearly upset old foes Cudgen, up 12-4 at half time but the Hornets girls showed why they are undefeated, coming back strong to take the win 14-12, with Tweed Coast out of the comp. We look forward to seeing the Raiderettes in action next year. Cudgen play Marist Brothers this weekend. Bilambil just lost to Marist Brothers 14-10 and play Northern United at Byron this week. Reserve BilambilGradebeatTweed Coast 62-18 and remain undefeated while the Raiders bow out of the comp after a great season. They play Cudgen in Round 2 of the finals on Sunday at Murwillumbah Juniors at 1:25pm. Cudgen beat Marist Brothers 2522 and play Bilambil at Bilambil on Sunday.UnderBilambil18swent down to “a tough Bal lina Seagulls side” which ends their season after a great year. The Seagulls beat the Mustangs 2814 but get another shot next week against Ballina at Byron.
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THE VALLEY. The heights. There’s something about Bilambil, tucked away in the hills, that the locals would probably like to keep a secret.It’sa unique part of the world because it's so close to the Gold Coast, but it still has that country vibe, with rolling green hills, old farmhouses, cows grazing and some amazing views over Terranora Broadwater. The drive up the hill to get there (before the landslide) put some people off, but for those who are born and bred in the area, it keeps the hordes away and they reckon that’s a good thing. To get to the heart of a place you only need to go as far as the general store and The Bilambil Post Office Store gives a pretty good clue about what sort of place Bilambil is. It’s old school and quirky with a petrol bowser out the front and everything you could ever need inside.Sunday afternoon in "The Valley" is all about enjoying the footy at the lovely home ground of the Bilambil Jets. One local told The Weekly Bilambil is, “a beautiful blend of rural living yet close to beaches, city, airport, et cetera.” “There is a strong community spirit through local sports clubs, including an equestrian club, and we have horses, cows, wallabies asWhenneighbours.”welooked up real estate in Bilambil, only five properties came up, but that’s in the village and Bilambil Heights, which has many more homes, has 28 properties for sale. In 2016 there were 3,364 people living in Bilambil Heights and by 2021 there were 3,491, not a huge jump considering the amount of building going on everywhere else. In 2016 there were only 417 people living at Bilambil and by 2021 there were 441.The most expensive property for sale is a beautiful ten-acre (3.79 hectare) property with Bilambil Creek frontage. It has a four-bedroom main house and a separate three-bedroom home, five spring-fed dams, sheds and plenty of storage and is on the market for $2 to 2.2 million. At the other end of the market there are some lovely duplexes for around the $650,000 mark, but the cheapest at the moment is a three-bedroom 100 square metre villa on Scenic Drive for $595,000. It has a strata fee, but it’s cheap as chips at $27 a week.Lastmonth Bilambil Heights had 12 properties available for rent and 42 properties for sale. Median property prices over the last year range from $945,000 for houses to $495,050 for units. Houses in Bilambil Heights rent out for $720 per week with an annual rental yield of 4 per cent. In the last five years, Bilambil Heights has seen a compound growth rate of 38 per cent for houses and a whopping 85.1 per cent for Bilambilunits.itself has way less stock. Last month Bilambil had one property available for rent and five for sale, not enough to get any data on median sales and rent prices. Rachel Love has run a small business in Bilambil Heights for over two years. “The sense of community is great,” she said. “We’ve lived here for over five years and it really is a special place.”
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Open Homes Saturday, August 20 Raine & Horne Murwillumbah & Ocean Shores 1/81A Rajah Road, Ocean Shores, 9.30-10am 33/19 Elizabeth Street, Pottsville, 10-10.30am 30 Kolora Way, Ocean Shores, 10.30-11am 37 Narooma Drive, Ocean Shores, 11.30-12pm 10 Rajah Road, Ocean Shores, 1130-12pm 14 Narooma Drive, Ocean Shores, 12.30-1pm 5 Philip Street, Ocean Shores, 1.30-2pm 3 Simpson Place, Goonellabah, 1.30-2pm Ray White Rural Belinda Franks 5 Martin Street, Murwillumbah, 11-11.45am 439 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah, 10-10.30am DJ Stringer Property Services 5/20 Pacific Pde, Bilinga ‘$895,000’ 9-9:30am 34/527 Gold Coast Highway, Tugun ‘Interest Over $650,000’ 4/27-299-9:30amDutton St, Coolangatta ‘Price Guide $750K - $770K’ 212/379-9:30amBay St, Tweed Heads ‘695,000’ 10-10:30am 209/37 Bay St, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $595K - $625K’ 101054/14-2210:30am Stuart St, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $770K - $790K’ 8/1310-10:30South St, Kirra ‘Interest Over $1.250M’ 11-11:30am 20/9 Ocean St, Kirra ‘$650K Neg’ 11-11:30am 2/1 Martel Pl, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $795K - $845K’ 117/2811:30amStanley St, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $580K - $600K’ 1124/11211:30amMusgrave St, Kirra ‘Interest Over $750,000’ 12-12:30pm 11 Mourne Tce, Banora Point ‘Price Guide $1.2M-$1.3M’ 1225/2212:30pmBinya Ave, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $595K - $620K’ 1212:30pm 115/20 Binya Ave, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $595K - $640K’ 1512:45-1:15pmChardonnay Cres, Tweed Heads South ‘Price Guide $1.075M-$1.125M’ 1-1:30pm 12 Ocean Ave, Tweed Heads South ‘Price Guide $1M-$1.1M’ 70/201-1:30pmBinya Ave, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $695K - $740K’ 1:302pm Tate Brownlee Real Estate 4/8-10 Kirkwood Road, Tweed Heads South, 9-9:30am 2 Blackbean Place, Bogangar, 9-9:30am 16/7-9 Parry Street, Tweed Heads, 9-9:30am 10/13 Cabernet Court, Banora Point, 10-10:30am 23 Cooloon Crescent, Tweed Heads South, 10-10:30am 121 Darlington Drive, Banora Point, 11-11:30am 1/33 Mariners Crescent, Banora Point, 11-11:30am 41/291 Darlington Dr, Banora Point, 12-12:30pm 2 Blue Haze Crescent, Banora Point, 12-12:30pm 5 Bione Avenue, Banora Point, 12:30-1pm 18 Anthony Avenue, Banora Point, 1-1:30pm 2/57 Bione Avenue, Banora Point, 1-1:30pm
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Offering seclusion and utmost privacy, 231 Farrants Road is a nature lover’s paradise, offering stunning 240-degree Tweed Valley vistas, cooling sea breezes and ocean glimpses from the original hardwood-constructed ‘treehouse’ built over three elevated levels.
THE TREEHOUSE ON FARRANTS HILL
This is your opportunity to enter the tightly held Farrants Hill market, situated just 15 minutes drive from Kingscliff beaches, coffee shops, local conveniences and the under-construction Tweed Valley Hospital.
• Separate double carport/shed
• 1km long sealed driveway to access home
• 10.18 acres of hillside land
Blending lifestyle and design with the laidback coastal aesthetics of Cabarita is Iylah, a contemporary new
• Original, hardwood constructed home
Set on 10.18 acres of hillside land, this unique property is being offered to the market for the first time in over twenty-five years.
• Town power, septic, 2 x rainwater tanks
tri-level development befitting this emerging oceanfront suburb’s uncompromised village vibe. Lylah delivers the ultimate fusion of open design, contemporary elements and quality materials across a boutique collection of 8 custom apartments rising from the beachfront address of Tweed Coast Rd. Lylah is poised just steps from the Cabarita Surf Life Saving club and patrolled beaches. Fluid, spacious and light-filled interiors are beautifully illustrated with designer finishes and quality materials that exude warmth, comfort and an ambience that is distinctly home. Apartments are tailored with 20mm premium Smartstone surfaces, soft-close cabinetry, air-conditioned living spaces, stainless-steel Smeg appliances, feature pendants, timber accents and designer brushed nickel tapware. • New boutique tri-level project of just 8 luxury apartments • Striking addition to Cabarita’s exclusive oceanfront address • Open-plan lifestyle spaces flow seamlessly to sunlit balconies • Central gourmet kitchen with Smeg appliances and stone surfaces • Engineered oak floors with VJ panel doors and feature walls • Body Corp approx $45 - $86 per week • Council Rates approx $2200 p.a • Agent Declares Interest 231 Farrants Road, Farrants Hill, NSW 2484 $950,000 to $1,050,000 1/53 Tweed Coast Road, Bogangar, NSW 2488 FROM $999,000 3 1 2 2 1 2 ARTIST’SARTIST’SIMPRESSIONIMPRESSIONS 88382
• Sublime North facing Tweed Valley views
EXCEPTIONAL LIFESTYLE BECKONS FROM BOUTIQUE SHOWCASE OF MODERN BEACHSIDE APARTMENT
• Timber Style kitchen with electric appliances
• One bathroom with a corner bath
www.newtweedcoastrealestategroup.com.au Chris 0423563480Hall Greg 0402284124Costello
• Hardwood timber home in original condition
• 15km drive to Kingscliff / Murwillumbah
07 5599 2000 www.TCRE.net.au53 Wharf St, Tweed Heads NSW 2485 Thinking Real Estate. Think TCR.TWEED COOLANGATTA REAL ESTATE Kaeren Smith 0412 454 kaeren.smith@tcre.net.au150 Kaeren Smith 0412 454 kaeren.smith@tcre.net.au150 Michael Smith 0413 454 michael.smith@tcre.net.au350 Michael Smith 0413 454 michael.smith@tcre.net.au350 Price: $579,000 Price: $399,000 Price: $500,000 - $550,000 Price: $560,000 - $600,000 PERFECT POSITION - WATER GLIMPSES ‘Malahini’ Tucked away at the end of Botany Crescent & backing the park, this well presented apartment offers an opportunity for the home occupier or investor * Second floor posi�on offering an open plan �led living & dining - aircondi�oned * Galley style kitchen with ample cupboard & bench space with enclosed sunroom * Balcony off the living room offers water glimpses of the Boat Harbour INVEST OR NEST Great li�le investment, posi�oned first floor middle posi�on - great opportunity here! * Freshly painted * 2 bedrooms, both with built-in robes * Air condi�oned spacious living room sunny East aspect * Generous updated kitchen, combined laundry/bathroom, separate toilet SPACIOUS GREENBANK UNIT - RENOVATORS DREAM Posi�oned in the sought a�er Greenbank, just a short stroll to the river, club and shopping centres. Add your touches to create you perfect home or investment * First floor posi�on offering a sunny North-East aspect * Light filled large open plan living & dining with sunny *balconyGalley style kitchen, all electric appliances, walk through to separate laundry PERFECT POSITION - WATER GLIMPSES First floor posi�on, located within easy walking distance to Tweed City Shopping Centre, the ideal investment or suit the owner occupier. * Modernised kitchen with ample cupboard & generous bench tops * Light filled air condi�oned, spacious lounge/dining with access to sunny balcony * Two bedrooms, built-ins & fans in both bedroom * Main bathroom with separate toilet & laundry Level 2, 8/3 Botany Crescent, Tweed Heads 7/181 Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads West 4/4 Buchan Avenue, Tweed Heads 2/14 Kirkwood Road, Tweed Heads South 211211 211211 88385
5 Martin Street, Murwillumbah 439 Tweed Valley, South Murwillumbah 8844-8870 Tweed Valley Way, Tumbulgum 12 Kosciuszko Street, Terranora 3 bed | 2 bath | 1 car | pool 3 bed | 1 bath | riverfront 2 homes | shedding | 337 acres Open HomeThurs 4-4.30pm Sat 11-11.45am Open HomeThurs 3-3.30pm Sat 10-10.30am
Price
Offers Please Price Guide $780
681 m2 | Concept House Plans available
Ray White Rural Murwillumbah Your local, professional rural & residential specialist.88394
Beautifullly presented, north facing with modern interior less than 1km to town centre. Features include large covered outdoor living/dining, inground magnesium pool, extensive solar array w' battery storage, solid timber floors, 9'6" ceilings, plantation shutters, louvre windows, fully fenced yard, raised vege gardens, water tank. This home was not affected in 2022 flood event. Overseas vendor wants this sold! This solid, original cottage taking in a majestic view to Wollumbin (Mt Warning) and the Caldera has a DA approval in place for full width extension at rear & ensuite/walk-in robe to main. Completely above flood risk, the home is ready to be transformed. New roof, solid hardwood construction/concrete & timber stumps, 10ft ceilings, original floors & windows. Secure this great position, close to the Gallery & 2km to town. Highly productive cane farm, maintained & managed at the highest level by meticulous owner/operator. Consistent yields over 10,000 tonnes annually, offered on WIWO basis with extensive list of Plant & Equipment, all immaculately maintained & serviced. 2 fully renovated homes, substantial shedding. Multiple titles, two street frontage. Retiring owners welcome all genuine enquiries. Contact Belinda Franks for information. Secure your new home site in the highly sought Altitude Estate. This 681m2 allotment enjoys a great northerly, elevated aspect with views to the hinterland, Gold Coast & Tweed. Gentle slope from the street frontage with a stunning concept plan for a 2 level home (4 brms, media room, studio, multiple in/outdoor living areas & inground pool) designed for modern family living. Highly motivated vendors are committed elsewhere. Guide $980k - $1,050m - $830k Agent Belinda Franks - 0409 152200
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m: 0448 191 351 e: Paulstobbie@atrealty.com.au m: 0422 265 871 e: adrianna@atrealty.com.au PAUL Adrianna Licensed Real Estate Professionals (NSW & QLD) New York loft style jazz infused home Bespoke touches and use of tactile materials throughout Master suite boasts WIR and ensuite Undercover alfresco deck Sparkling swimming pool Sundrenched 780sqm block 5 minute walk to CBD Privately situated in one of Murwillumbah's premier streets PRICE: $998,000 3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR Historic Guesthouse “Chesson Lodge” Soaring ceilings, stained glass windows and polished Teak floors Multiple outdoor living/entertaining Sparklingareas palm fringed pool Income opportunity - property is actively promoted as a BnB Fully functional commercial kitchen offers possibility to operate property as a Viewsrestaurant/baracrossthevillage green to Mount 5EXPRESSIONWarningOFINTERESTBED|5BATH|7CAR 1453 Kyogle rd, Uki 86a River st, South Murwillumbah ON THE MARKETNORTHERN IVERS PROPERTY GROUP 86667
m: 0448 191 351 e: Paulstobbie@atrealty.com.au m: 0422 265 871 e: adrianna@atrealty.com.au NORTHERN IVERS PROPERTY GROUP North-facing, privately set, large family home Low maintenance block, just under 3/4 Masteracresbuilt, zone ducted air and solar Fresh water pool 3 undercover entertaining areas 6 minutes to Murwillumbah CBD EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR 11 RESERVE CREEK ROAD, kielvale PAUL Adrianna Licensed Real Estate Professionals (NSW & QLD) ON THE MARKET Federation Queenslander home circa. Soaring1920s ceilings with classic mouldings and wide timber flooring North-facing spacious back deck Set upon easy care five acre Oldallotmentcowbails present opportunity for guest accommodation, teen retreat or passive rental income Conveniently located just 5 minutes to Uki and 15 to Murwillumbah PRICE: CONTACT AGENT 4 BED | 1 BATH | 2 CAR 192 Rowlands creek rOAd, UKI 86667
m: 0448 191 351 e: Paulstobbie@atrealty.com.au m: 0422 265 871 e: adrianna@atrealty.com.au NORTHERN IVERS PROPERTY GROUP CONTRACTUNDER PAUL Adrianna Licensed Real Estate Professionals (NSW & QLD) ON THE MARKET Situated on a rare and fully usable 5 acres of lush premium land Elegant front veranda takes in stunning mountain vistas All 4 bedrooms enjoy a tranquil and leafy Hardwoodoutlookfloors throughout Large entertaining gazebo and multiple other outdoor sitting areas PRICE: $1,495,000 4 BED | 2 BATH | 4 CAR 293 TYALGUM CEEK RD, TYALGUM CREEK Classic Murwillumbah character home Timber floorboards, soaring ceilings, VJ lined walls Expansive covered front deck and lush private back yard Sweeping elevated views to the parklands and the glorious Tweed PropertyRiver enjoys cooling river breezes Short stroll across the bridge to the vibrant hub of Murwillumbah PRICE: CONTACT AGENT 3 BED | 1 BATH | 2 CAR 11 Greville st South Murwillumbah 86667
NRPG aswelcomedrecentlyournewestteammemberMarketingandAdminCoordinator. Suite 2A Warina Walk Arcade, 114 MurwillumbahMurwillumbahStreet, Introducing our Monday Yasmin Monk Suite 2A Warina Walk Arcade, 114 Murwillumbah St, MURWILLUMBAH www.northernriverspropertygroup.com.au@AdriannaNRPG@paulstobbieatrealty Licensed Real Estate Professionals (NSW & QLD) NORTHERN IVERS PROPERTY GROUPOUR OFFICE Come in and say Our NRPG office is located in the heart of Murwillumbah in the Warina Walk Arcadejust a short stroll from Keith's Cafe! "Hello!" 86667
18 Fingal Road Fingal Head • Land size 1163m2 (21m frontage) • Zoning R2 Low Density Residential • Height to 9M • Existing original lowset (3) bedroom home with in-ground pool For Sale By Negotiation Open Inspections by appointment David Stringer 0418 150 david@djstringer.com.au731car322bathbed SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY (07) 5599 5222 76 Griffith Street Coolangatta | Open 7 Days | www.djstringer.com.au the home of real estate Outstanding prospect to renovate, build your dream home or construct (2) luxurious coastal inspired residences along the foreshore of Fingal Head.
15 Chardonnay Crs Tweed Heads South • Step down formal living • Spacious air-conditioned family room • Large social kitchen w/ lengthy bench space • Master bedroom w/ ensuite, walk in robe, split system air conditioner & outdoor fernery • 4 additional bedrooms (one smaller, perfect as a study / home office) • Double automatic lock up garage w/ storage cupboards & workshop area • Generous covered entertaining area • In-ground Pool • Low maintenance fully fenced yard w/ garden shed & gated access through to the kid's playground at the rear • Covered section at side of home to accommodate another car, van, boat, trailer, trade tools etc • Solar power & Solar hot water system • Land size 713m2 For Sale Price Guide $1.075M - $1.125M Open Saturday 20th 1:00 - 1:30pm David Stringer 0418 150 david@djstringer.com.au731car522Pbathbed FAMILY ENTERTAINER - adjoining parkland' (07) 5599 5222 76 Griffith Street Coolangatta | Open 7 Days | www.djstringer.com.au the home of real estatepool 88391
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