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May 27, 2021

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DEVASTATING DIAGNOSIS FOR LIAM

By Tonia Dynan NURSE Hiep Maher’s laughter delights her coworkers and patients alike when she’s working the wards at Lismore Base Hospital.

But suddenly, the caring nurse’s joy has been overshadowed after her sweet little two-year-old boy was recently diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia.

On Mother’s Day, Hiep and

her husband Steve noticed Liam was struggling to walk and move, so they rushed him to emergency.

“They looked at him and sent him straight up to the Queensland Children’s

Hospital in Brisbane,” family friend Shaen Springall said.

“Hiep raced home and packed a bag and off they went to Brisbane, and she’s been there ever since.

“They’re staying in accommodation near the hospital, but they’re unable to work. Liam is receiving intensive chemo which is going to continue for the next six months.

“Liam’s going pretty well. He’s lost weight with treatment. They’re bribing him with a bit of chocolate and stuff he enjoys, but he’s like a really happy little fellow, always smiling and laughing.”

Liam was born with down syndrome.

“They tried for years and years to have a baby and then they got pregnant, and he was down syndrome, but they are just the most dedicated parents,” Shaen said.

“Hiep’s one of the best nurses I know. When you’re on with her, you can hear her laughing. Lots of patients say she’s the best.”

Shaen has started a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds to help the family through this difficult time. In six days, the campaign raised $9420.

Hiep expressed her gratitude to all involved.

“To all our amazing friends and family members, and to some of you that I haven’t even come across. It has been such a devastating situation and unexpected diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia for my two-year-old son Liam,” she wrote.

“Steve and I have been blown away to receive the enormous support, both emotionally and financially, from our wonderful friends and family members. It is such a strong community and a united workplace at LBH. “No words can describe enough how much appreciation we feel to you all.

From the bottom of our hearts, we want to say ‘Thank you’ to each of you individually.

“Also, we would like you to know that your kindness and generosity will never be forgotten. I don’t know what I have done to deserve so much love and support from you all.

“But with all your help, it does take away a load of worries from our shoulders and allows us to just focus on Liam’s health and to help him get better soon.”

You can donate at https:// gofund.me/38370423

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HAPPY 100 NINA

By Tonia Dynan IF you saw Nina Milanko Marzi dancing around inside the Byron Community Theatre last weekend, you would question if it really was her 100th birthday.

But the energetic, vibrant woman was indeed there for her 100th Birthday celebration, which featured drumming, dancing and a special appearance by performer Lisa Hunt.

The celebration started with 200 people lining Jonson Street, cheering and clapping for Nina as she did a lap of the town in a Mini Cooper convertible, before walking down the red carpet into the theatre.

“Lisa Hunt came out and basically did a surprise guest appearance and sang her Happy Birthday and then sang a few numbers,” Feros Care Byron Bay creative marketing lead Tarnya Sim said.

“What was really special about that is Nina and her best friend had been longtime fans of Lisa Hunt and had been known to be dancing on stage with Lisa at the top pub over the years, so they’ve formed a beautiful bond with Lisa.

“It wasn’t your standard birthday party by any means.

Her energy, she was up on stage dancing, drumming - I don’t think there was a dry eye in the house.”

Tarnya said it was also special for Feros Care staff as Nina had lived in the village at Byron Bay for five years.

“She is what we all consider a bit of a pinup girl, a rockstar of aging,” she said.

“She exemplifies our message in her daily life with her boundless energy, her willingness to participate, and a willingness to always have a go at something new.

“She’s participated in so many different events over the years, programs including learning ballet in her 90s, learning how to do slam poetry in her 90s, participating in intergenerational choirs.

She’s a regular at the daycare center next door.

“Nina’s oxygen is connection and that is what I’m sure gives her longevity, that insatiable spirit to want to be around people and make them smile.”

And Nina received a lot of smiles on the weekend.

“After the event concluded, she then did another lap in the convertible around Byron Bay with Lisa Hunt in the backseat, with horns blaring and all the rest of it, which was pretty cool,” Tarnya said.

“And then she kicked on to the Rails hotel for a threehour after party with all the friends and family.

“I’m sure she would have slept well that night.

“It was one of those events, just because of the amount

of people that she’s touched within the community and within the Feros village itself, people just wanted to mark it in a typical Nina way and that’s bold and very beautiful.”

Nina’s saying, “why walk through life when you can dance”, was a big theme of the celebration.

“Nina really is breaking stereotypes around aging,” Tarnya said.

“And she encourages anyone and everyone who meets her to live their best life and we just could not be prouder of her spirit, and we just love having her sprinkle her joy within our village.”

Photos by: Lyn McCarthy, Niche Pictures.

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Teachers union hints at more industrial action

By Tim Howard STUDENTS and parents can expect more industrial action from teachers following teachers strikes at two high Clarence Valley high schools says a teachers’ union spokesperson.

Staff at South Grafton and Grafton high schools walked off the job for a day each last week because of staffing shortages.

NSW Teacher Federation regional organiser Ian Watson said while there was no union campaign of industrial actions, the action was becoming more widespread.

“Around the state there’s been about 30 schools where staff have stopped work in protest at ongoing staff shortages,” Mr Watson said.

“It’s hard to say for sure but I wouldn’t be surprised if more schools don’t do something similar in the coming weeks.”

Mr Watson said teachers were troubled by the lack of government response to an independent study of teaching conditions by former WA Premier Dr Geoff Gallop.

The report, Valuing the Teaching Profession was released in January and made recommendations for increased pay and improved work conditions to entice more graduates to take up a teaching career.

He said Grafton teachers were dismayed at the lack of response from local MP Chris Gulaptis, after a recent meeting with him.

“We met with him some weeks ago and have been troubled by his lack of response,” Mr Watson said.

“We told him the situation in Grafton had reached a tipping point, but we have heard nothing from him.

“We’re also unhappy with Education Minister (Sarah Mitchell) has also who has said she is

Grafton High School members of the NSW Teachers Federation who walked off the job on Thursday last week in protest at staffing problems at the school.

not concerned with the teacher shortages.”

Teachers Federation deputy president Henry Rajendra said South Grafton High School needed five new teachers to enable timetabled classes to proceed, He said some classes at the school were combined when casuals were unavailable.

In some cases, individual teachers were forced to supervise up to 70 students at a time and school had demanded NSW Government immediately appoint the additional teachers.

“Teachers are being forced to take extra classes and playground duties when they should be preparing lessons or taking a lunch break,” Mr Rajendra said.

“What is happening at South Grafton is unacceptable and a direct result of the NSW Government’s failure to adequately staff public schools across the state.”

Mr Rajendra said morale at the school was very low as teachers had been working under stressful conditions for the past 18 months because of the teacher shortage.

“The staffing crisis has been caused by the failure of the NSW Government to address the teacher shortage over more than a decade,” he

said.

“They have let down students, parents and the wider community.

“Previously successful processes that ensured adequate staffing of all schools across the state have been weakened.”

Federation members at Grafton High School walked off the job the on Thursday.

NSW Teachers Federation members at Grafton High School took industrial action due to a lack of response to staffing problems at their school made worse by a state-wide shortage of teachers.

Mr Rajendra said teachers were angry that the NSW Government had failed to properly staff Grafton High School and many other schools across the state.

“The impact at Grafton High has been large numbers of classes which have been left without a teacher for many months this year,” he said.

“Over the past six weeks 160 teaching periods have been left uncovered at the school.”

“Grafton High School has been unable to employ casual teachers to cover classes for colleagues who are on leave.”

The union has argued the NSW Government

and the Education Department have weakened previously successful processes that ensured adequate staffing of all schools across the state.

“The NSW Government has

let down students, parents and the wider community by failing to provide teachers for every student and every class.”

“It is a fundamental right of every student to be able to attend

a public school and be taught by an appropriately qualified teacher.”

The Northern River Times asked Mr Gulaptis for a comment, but did not reply by the paper’s deadline.

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Bird announces team for council elections ELLY Bird is now formally a contender to be the next mayor of Lismore City Council.

“As mayor I would lead our community to face our challenges head on, focusing on working together with councillors, staff and our community, to find practical, positive and sustainable solutions,” Councillor Bird said.

During her term in office, Councillor Bird led the community flood recovery response with Lismore Helping Hands, and has driven Council’s focus on climate resilience and disaster preparedness.

“It’s been a difficult term with floods, fires, and the pandemic. I will focus on positive plans to address Council’s infrastructure maintenance challenges, waste management challenges and right Council’s financial management issues,” she said.

“I’m running with a strong team of long term residents, with Gwen Trimble from Nimbin as my number two.

We are aiming to have Gwen elected as a sorely needed

Nimbin representative - Nimbin hasn’t had a councillor on LCC since 2004, which is a travesty for our largest village.”

“Gwen is an active community member in

Nimbin, she is a member of Lismore Council’s Nimbin Advisory Group; actively campaigned against coal seam gas mining; and drove the campaign for Nimbin’s rural water consumers to retain

their town water supply.”

Other candidates announced on the Our Sustainable Future ticket include Lismore CBD business owners Carlos Vieira-Silva and Deborah Ray, the driving force behind

the Lismore Lantern Parade, Jyllie Jackson and long-term community campaigner and former deputy mayor, Simon Clough.

“I’ve been on Council now for five years, I was elected in 2016 after five years working on the successful campaign to make the Northern Rivers Gasfield Free,” Elly said.

“Since then I’ve proven that I am an active and responsive Councillor - I led our flood recovery with Lismore Helping Hands, supported our community through the bushfires, and I have consistently advocated for local businesses. I am diligent and committed. I show up, I work hard, and I listen,” she said.

“I have the balance of experience and passion required to lead a new Council with many new faces following the upcoming election. I have the skills, the dedication and the commitment to be the next mayor of Lismore and I am looking forward to engaging with our community to collaboratively develop the way forward for Lismore and our villages.”

REGIONAL COUNCILS PLUG INTO E-PLANNING COUNCILS in regional areas will benefit from $4.8 million in grants to help them process development applications online.

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes said each of the 96 regional councils will receive $50,000 under the Regional NSW Planning Portal Grant program to assist them transition to the digital ePlanning system.

“Our ePlanning platform offers an online tool where people can access planning services and lodge and track the progress of applications from anywhere, at any time,” Mr Stokes said.

“We need to help councils update their processes in line with community expectations. Most things are done digitally now – the days of paper-based transactions that can only take place

during business hours are behind us.

“But we understand this sort of transition takes time and requires investment, which is why we are giving councils in the regions $50,000 to do so.”

Minister for Digital and Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello said the grants were win-win for both regional councils and citizens.

“Since its launch, ePlanning

Applications for the 2021 Regional Seniors Travel Card are still open.

has already proven it is faster, more accurate and offers greater transparency and convenience for the people of NSW.” Minister for Local Government Shelley Hancock said the grants are a fantastic demonstration of support for regional areas and will help councils improve their service to communities.

“Whether upgrading or replacing IT systems and

To be eligible, you must have reached the Age Pension age and be receiving the following support from either Services Australia or the Department of Veterans' Affairs: Age Pension; Service Pension; Disability Pension under the Veterans' Entitlements Act 1986; War Widow(er) Pension; or hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.

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software, learning how to use the platform, or providing support to their residents, these grants will make it easier for councils to get online,” Mrs Hancock said.

All NSW councils are required to be using the NSW Planning Portal to lodge development applications and complying development certificates by 1 July 2021, in line with the Premier’s 2019 mandate.

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IN PALLIATIVE CARE WEEK, THINK ABOUT DYING AT HOME THIS week is national Palliative Care Week – palliative care being the care someone receives when they have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness or disease. A new service has just been launched in the Northern Rivers allowing people access to specialist palliative care nurses in their home.

The two nurses behind Lotus Palliative Care, Lulu Shapiro and Megan Paul say research has found that 86% of people would like to die in their home, but only 17% of people do. Their service, Lotus Palliative Care, will help more people die at home surrounded by family and friends in northern NSW. Megan has been a nurse for 10 years, with seven years’ experience as an oncology and palliative care nurse.

Lulu has been nursing for 30 years with 10 years in palliative care. Their service

employs specialist palliative care registered nurses and assistants-in-nursing (AINs).

“Assistants-in-nursing provide non-clinical care,” Megan said. “They attend a home visit in the morning and provide personal care to help a person live as well as possible. Personal care includes assistance with showering, skin integrity checks, mouth care and liaising with the registered nurses to convey any areas of concern.

“In the afternoon a registered nurse attends a home visit to manages all clinical care and symptom management. We work closely with a GP to ensure all symptoms, including pain & nausea are managed well and other distressing symptoms associated with a serious diagnosis are addressed.”

Megan said quality palliative care can ensure a person is free from avoidable

stress and suffering, with the main goal being to improve their quality of life.

“This ensures a person and their family have the best experience possible and are able to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.”

Lotus Palliative Care offer clinical and non-clinical services seven days per week, including an overnight on-call phone support. Family members or carers can ring up overnight and speak to a

registered nurse to trouble shoot any problems or concerns over the phone.

Megan and Lulu said many people don’t even realise that people at the end of their life can be cared for at home and they are committed to educating people in the Northern Rivers to ensure people are aware of their service.

Lotus Palliative Care promises to care with respect to cultural, spiritual and

diversity differences, affirm life and respect dying as a normal process, manage symptoms, provide personal care and support loved ones.

The cost of Lotus Palliative Care is covered for anyone with a Level Four-Aged Care package; under the NDIS or Veteran Affairs; and some private health insurance holders. Others seeking the service have the option of paying privately.

The theme of this year’s Palliative Care week is Palliative Care – it’s more than you think.

Lotus Palliative Care will be holding a fundraising event this Saturday night at the Billinudgel hotel. It starts at 3pm and features Stephen Alkins, Ria Listic, Leshi and Sharks Lloyd. Tickets are $25/$20 and can be purchased from humanatix.com/lotus-atthe-nudge.

You can contact Lotus Palliative Care on 6680 4800.

Byron Bay shopping centre sells for $120m NON-bank lender Wingate and developer Azzura Investments have sold a two-year-old shopping centre plus a neighbouring development site in the centre of Byron Bay for about $120 million.

The site at 98-116 Jonson Street, one of Byron Bay’s main streets, was sold to a family fund headed by the Mustaca and Pelligra families along with fund managers Jason Meares of Option Group and Chakyl Camal of Panthera Group.

The Mercato on Byron was completed in 2019 and has more than 8500sq m of prime retail space.

“Wingate partnered with

Azzura six years ago to help bring this development to life as the first commercial development of its type to be approved in Byron Bay,” Wingate managing director Mark Harrison said.

“Both the Mercato, Byron’s largest shopping centre, and the adjoining development site offer strong future growth and development potential, and were marketed as a once-in-ageneration opportunity.

“The result is a very positive one for the joint venture and for Wingate’s co-investors, and recognises the strength of the local market and the asset.”

Wingate paid $18 million for the site in 2012 when they

bought it from AMP Capital.

The Mercato shopping centre, set over two levels with outdoor dining spaces and open space for artisan markets, is anchored by a Woolworths supermarket and a nine-screen Palace cinema complex.

Panthera Group chief executive Chakyl Camal said the company’s experience across retail platforms coupled with the entertainment, hospitality development experience of the Mustaca and Pelligra families would result in the best outcome for this precinct.

“Byron Bay holds a depth of market potential of entertainment, dining,

hospitality and lifestyle experiences and Mercato on Byron should not exist as an average convenience shopping centre,” Camal said. “[We are aiming] to foster this modern sustainable precinct by supporting the Byron Bay ethos, preserving the foundations of this iconic location and ensuring the centre’s great potential is not lost within the undifferentiated realm of typical shopping centres.”

The new owners will now take control of the prime neighbourhood shopping centre as well as the adjoining development site, offering an amalgamated 1.1 hectare

parcel of land.

That adjoining 4100sq m site is vacant and has a flexible B2 Local Centre zoning, allowing for a wide range of mixed-use development including hotels, residential and retail.

“The demand for nondiscretionary based retail assets with a low-risk profile, underpinned by major national retailers, has been a major global trend since the onset of the pandemic,” JLL’s Nick Willis said.

“These types of defensive assets continue to attract private and institutional capital sources given their resilience to external shocks.”

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EXPANSION OF PFIZER HUBS Emergency departments rated highly NORTHERN NSW emergency to improve patients’ experiences in our FOR VACCINE ROLLOUT departments are among the best in the public hospitals.

THE NSW Government is accelerating the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine with 25 Pfizer sites across the state now taking bookings for people aged 40 to 49.

17 of these are in rural and regional NSW. These sites are spread across both Greater Sydney and rural and regional NSW ensuring as many people as possible have access to the vaccine.

Around 23,500 people aged between 40 and 49 have already been invited to book a vaccine at a NSW Health clinic, with 12,000 people already booked for the Pfizer jab.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said it was great to see such a positive response from the public to register for the vaccine.

“I want to thank the more than 120,000 people aged 40 to 49 who have already registered their interest to receive the Pfizer jab. We are working hard to ensure you receive the vaccine as soon as possible,” Ms Berejiklian said.

Health Minister Brad Hazzard said NSW Health has worked hard to expand its Pfizer footprint across NSW. “We’re making it easier for people right across NSW to access COVID vaccines as quickly as possible,”

Mr Hazzard said.

“The more people vaccinated sooner in our state the stronger our defence against this extremely dangerous virus.”

Local Pfizer clinics include Coffs Harbour Health Campus, Grafton Hospital, Lismore Base Hospital, St Vincent’s Hospital and The Tweed Hospital.

People aged 40-49 can register for the Pfizer vaccine at www. nsw.gov.au. People will be contacted when a booking is available.

Vaccination clinic now open at Lismore Square MEMBERS of the public aged 50 and over can now access the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccination through a new clinic at Lismore Square Shopping Centre.

The clinic will be open Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 4pm. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling 1800 438 829 (1800 GET VAX).

Northern NSW Local Health District Chief Executive, Wayne Jones, said the clinic was an added measure to support the vaccination rollout currently underway for those who cannot access the vaccine through their usual General Practitioner (GP).

“By providing this vaccination clinic at such a central and accessible location, we’re making it even easier for people in the community to receive their vaccination,” Mr Jones said.

“We know that this pandemic is far from over, and vaccination is a key

part of protecting our community from the most severe effects of COVID-19.

“I encourage everyone who is eligible to get a vaccination, to do so as soon as possible.”

Anyone in Northern NSW aged 50 and over can book to receive the AstraZeneca vaccine through GPs or other participating clinics, by visiting covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/ eligibility.

People aged 40-49 can register their interest to receive the Pfizer vaccine at https://www.nsw.gov.au/ In Northern NSW the Pfizer vaccine will be available through clinics at The Tweed Hospital, Lismore Base Hospital and Grafton Base Hospital.

The Lismore Square COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic is located at Shop 13, next to Kmart at Lismore Square, corner of Brewster and Uralba streets, Lismore.

state according to a statewide survey of hospitals.

The Bureau of Health Information survey 77 of he biggest public hospitals in NSW in 2019-20 to gauge how well they were performing.

Results from the 2019-20 Emergency Department Patient Survey released on May 19 show patients attending Northern NSW EDs continue to report high levels of satisfaction with their experience, health staff and facilities.

Most patients, 78%, in the district reported being triaged within 15 minutes of arriving, the highest in the state.

The overall ratings of care by patients in the district were among the highest in the state, with 91% of surveyed patients rating their care as ‘very good’ or ‘good’.

Patients rated ED staff highly with 93% of patients rating the treatment provided by the ED health professionals as ‘good’ or ‘very good’.

The district’s emergency departments also recorded high scores when it came to cleanliness, with 82% of respondents saying the treatment area was ‘very clean’, the highest result in NSW for the second consecutive year.

Byron Central Hospital recorded the highest rating of all NSW public hospitals for cleanliness with a 95% result.

NNSWLHD director of clinical operations Lynne Weir said the survey period included the emergence of COVID-19 in NSW in early 2020 which resulted in significant changes to the way health services were delivered.

“For the second consecutive year, we achieved some of the best triage responses in the state and, importantly, we also rate among the top health districts for patient care measures,” Ms Weir said.

A number of hospitals delivered improved results when compared with the previous year, with Ballina District Hospital in particular achieving significant improvements in 26 survey measures, including 99% of surveyed patients reporting that they had confidence and trust in the ED health professionals treating them.

Between mid-2012 and mid-2020 the district increased its workforce by 1008 full time equivalent staff – an increase of 26.7% – including 171 more doctors, 367 more nurses and midwives, and 121 more allied health staff.

The 2020-21 budget for Northern NSW Local Health District was more than $926 million – an increase of almost $39 million, or 4.4%, on the 2019-20 budget.

The record 2020-21 NSW Health statewide budget of $29.3 billion includes $30 million for additional emergency department attendances and ambulance calls and $14.5 million to recruit more temporary security staff and more patient experience officers

BALLINA DISTRICT HOSPITAL: The majority, 93%, of surveyed patients rated their overall care as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. Nearly all patients, 99%, said they had confidence and trust in the ED health professionals treating them, the highest in the state. The vast majority of those surveyed, 94%, said ED health professionals were always kind and caring and 84% said they were ‘definitely’ involved as much as they wanted to be in decisions about their care and treatment.

BYRON CENTRAL HOSPITAL: Nearly all surveyed patients, 95%, said the ED was ‘very clean’, the highest rating in the state. More than 85% of patients said they were triaged within 15 minutes and the majority, 80%, said they would speak highly of their experience in ED to friends and family.

In addition, 92% rated their overall care in ED as ‘good’ or ‘very good’ and 85% said the staff were always kind and caring.

CASINO & DISTRICT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: The vast majority, 94%, of surveyed patients said ED staff were ‘always’ polite and courteous and 87% of patients said they were triaged with 15 minutes. More than 90% of surveyed patients said ED health professionals ‘always’ explained things in a way they could understand and 98% said their overall care was ‘good’ or ‘very good’.

GRAFTON BASE HOSPITAL: More than 85% of surveyed patients said staff were ‘always’ kind and caring and the majority, 76%, would ‘speak highly’ of their ED experience to family and friends.

LISMORE BASE HOSPITAL: Overall, 87% rated the care they received as ‘good’ or ‘very good’.

Nearly all patients, 97%, said they felt the purpose of medication was explained in a way they could understand by ED staff and the majority, 78%, reported that staff were kind and caring.

MACLEAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL: The majority of surveyed patients, 91%, rated their care in ED as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. The vast majority, 92%, said they felt treated with respect and dignity while in ED. MURWILLUMBAH DISTRICT HOSPITAL: The vast majority of patients, 93%, said ED staff explained things in a way they could understand and 88% said they were triaged within 15 minutes. The majority, 84%, said they had confidence and trust in the ED health professionals treating them and 95% rated their overall care in ED as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. In addition, 93% of respondents said the ED treatment area was ‘very clean’.

THE TWEED HOSPITAL: Overall, 90% rated their care as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. The majority, 85%, said they felt treated with respect and dignity and 78% said they were triaged within 15 minutes.

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CASINO CWA BRANCH CELEBRATES 95 YEARS

UP THE SPOUT AT BALLINA Cassidy Taylor spotted this waterspout or twister at Ballina Head Lookout around midday today on way to lunch at Shelly Beach Cafe on Sunday May 23.

Cutting the cake: (L-R) Rita Nicholls (land cookery officer), Anne Bailey (patron), and president Jan Corocher.

THE Casino branch of the CWA recently celebrated their 95th birthday, along with guests Richmond Valley Mayor Robert Mustow and Casino High School student Isabella (Issy) Ennever.

Issy is a wonderful speaker. Her talk,

“Lifting Us Up - How can women and girls empower each other and their communities in times of uncertainty and change?” was inspirational.

Her ambition is to work for NASA and we have no doubt she will achieve that goal.

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LABOR CRITICAL OF VACCINE ROLLOUT LOCAL clinics on the Northern Rivers are receiving 100 doses of the Covid vaccine a week, according to federal Richmond MP Justine Elliot.

Ms Elliot was joined by Shadow Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler last week as they visited clinics in the Tweed area.

“With so many older people living on the North Coast, you’d think it’s a given that we’d have enough vaccines for our population,” she said.

“However, some local clinics, like the Tweed Health for Everyone Superclinic that Shadow Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler and I visited today, have been receiving as few as 100 doses per week. They’ve only been able to vaccinate 800 people so far.

“People should be able to get their vaccines at their local clinics with their local doctors, and should not be told that they can go to the mass hub at Homebush in

Sydney if their local clinic doesn’t have enough!

“Scott Morrison needs to fix the vaccine rollout now.”

Minister for Health and Aged Care Greg Hunt said during the course of the year,

the government had said repeatedly that there were larger numbers, more than 20 million doses of Pfizer and now the Moderna supplies, that could be available in the last quarter, more than enough

to vaccinate every Australian.

“We’ve just had a record number of vaccinations today. The biggest source of confidence is Australians seeing other Australians have the vaccine, and today

we have record numbers of Australians, over 95,000 who, in a 24-hour period, have been vaccinated,” Mr Hunt said.

“But we want to encourage everybody over 50 to be vaccinated as early as possible.

“But we’ve been very clear that as supply increases later on in the year, there will be enough vaccine of mRNA vaccines for every Australian.”

The NSW Government is accelerating the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine with 25 Pfizer sites across the state now taking bookings for people aged 40 to 49.

17 of these are in rural and regional NSW, including Grafton, Lismore and Tweed hospitals.

About 23,500 people aged between 40 and 49 have already been invited to book a vaccine at a NSW Health clinic, with 12,000 people already booked for the Pfizer jab.

‘Recalibrated’ vaccination rollout finally swings into action but false start for one Grafton facility

By Lesley Apps

so that might become our first dose date. That means AFTER weeks of waiting for our residents won’t be fully the COVID vaccinations, aged covered until probably midcare facilities in the Clarence year, Mr McKimm said.”

Valley and Northern Rivers He said it was frustrating will finally receive their start after a frustrating lead allocations under the Federal up to the national vaccination Government’s “recalibrated” program. program rollout this month.

“Nurses were all here needles Residents were to start in hand ready to go but they receiving their first doses last didn’t have the product they week, administered on site by were allowed to administer. specialist teams but for at least It was still the right vaccine one Grafton facility, that good but allocation need to go to news was short-lived when the the right facility. Procedurally wrong batch of vaccination it’s a strict area administering was delivered. vaccines so they can’t just go CEO of Clarence Village this is the same stuff.”

Duncan McKimm said they Mr McKimm said while were all set to go but “we got ensuring the elderly are the wrong facility’s doses”. protected was a priority he “Someone else got ours and was also pleased to learn in we got someone else’s. That the same the week that aged was problematic because it care staff would also now meant they (specialist team have special access to priority who were standing by) couldn’t vaccinations at the Grafton administer them.”

Base Hospital rather than Mr McKimm said as of last having to book and wait for an Friday they hadn’t heard back appointment through their own from the delivery company to GP. indicate when they will be back “I was actually in the process to deliver them. of writing Kevin Hogan “Presumably the second (Member for Page) a letter (dose) date we have (mid-June) when the notification of staff is still booked in with them vaccinations came through.

It was quite unexpected most other things we get a lot of notice.

“This (hospital) clinic was established very quickly and I’m very pleased our workers are now getting the protection they and our residents need to stay safe.”

Mr McKimm had been concerned by the slow rollout of the vaccination program by the Federal Government, particularly when it came to protecting aged care staff.

“They were my main concern because they are what they call a vector for transmission because they are the ones coming and going from the facility. So I wanted to see them vaccinated first,” he said.

“Staff are the most likely entry point for COVID into an aged care facility, so we think getting as many aged care staff vaccinated as possible should have also been a priority.”

“Having (aged care) staff attend GPs for shots was going to decrease the coverage dramatically, as it added a layer of difficulty to the task that would be avoided by having inreach immunisation in facilities for staff and residents.

“As a regional area we’re at lower risk of an outbreak compared to cities where overseas travellers are being quarantined. However, we also have less resources available in terms of treatment, with only a dozen or so covid care beds available in our health district (in Lismore),” Mr McKimm said.

“In my opinion, this means the consequences of an outbreak could be much worse in a rural/ regional area than in the city.

Luckily, there haven’t been any significant outbreaks in rural areas to-date.”

Member for Page Kevin Hogan confirmed that from this week (starting May 17) the local (Northern Rivers) vaccine supply will increase.

“Participating general practices will have more doses to offer patients and local Health Districts are also increasing vaccination clinics across our region,” Mr Hogan said.

He said throughout the rollout, the delivery of vaccinations in residential aged care facilities prioritised the delivery of vaccines to residents (as opposed to staff), as they

were the most vulnerable to the impacts of COVID-19.

“Aged care workers can receive a vaccination at residential aged care facilities where doses are available following vaccination of residents. Aged care workers can also book through a local GP or vaccination clinic.”

He said under the “recalibrated” national vaccine program, workers in residential aged care and disability facilities have choice and flexibility in accessing COVID-19 vaccinations as quickly as possible in the safest way.

“Pathways for workers to get vaccinated were realigned for those aged 50 years and over to be offered the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, and those aged under 50 years to be offered the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.”

You can find and book a vaccination provider by visiting: https://covid-vaccine. healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility *Story update: Notification was received on deadline that Clarence Village’s first dose of COVID vaccinations will now arrive this Friday, June 4.

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May 27, 2021

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Day of gourmet grazing and art

By Lesley Apps GETTING out into wide open spaces where you can take deep breaths of country air and admire vast and rolling landscapes has never been more popular.

So if you are on the Northern Rivers why not hotfoot to historic Wave Hill Station in the hinterland of Grafton, the upper Clarence as it’s known, and do all of that while indulging in some of the finest gourmet produce around.

Then take a leisurely stroll around the working cattle station and check out just how much talent occupies the arts scene around these parts.

Hosted by the the Grafton Regional Gallery Foundation, its annual Art in the Paddock event is a popular sabbatical which brings the best of the region’s culture together in one amazing location.

Join artists, craftspeople, musicians, food and art lovers from around the region and enjoy the area’s brisk and beautiful early winter weather.

There will be a vibrant program of live music and artistic demonstrations with more than 50 artisans showcasing their works including sculptors, blacksmiths, potters, leather workers, painters, glassmakers and textile artists.

Enjoy something from the gourmet barbecue with a glass of Granite Belt wine or Coopers brew or BYO picnic.

Vegetarians are also catered for.

There are also special ticketed on-site events including the very popular high teas and cheese and wine tasting sessions.

There will be seating available but picnic rugs are encouraged purely for relaxation purposes.

Previous years have seen

The high tea set up at the 2019 Art in the Paddock at Yulgilbar Castle. More of the same will be gatherings hosted at legendary happening at Wave Hill Station this June. Photo: Simon Hughes Yulgilbar Castle, the stylish barn complex of Turtle Creek, Southgate and the breathtaking backdrop of Gordonbrook Station.

This year’s event is set for Sunday, June 6 (10.30am to 4pm) and tickets ($25 each/ school age children free admission) are a hot commodity so don’t wait until the last minute to secure your day trip to Wave Hill Station.

The station is roughly an hour’s drive from Grafton with ample parking available at the property. A private bus service is also running from Yamba with pickups at Maclean and Grafton ($25 return).

This fundraiser is presented

by The Gallery Foundation, a group of art loving volunteers who work to ensure the lively future of the Grafton Regional Gallery.

For more info and One of the outlooks from historic Wave Hill Station in the upper Clarence, the venue for this tickets visit: www. year’s Art in the Paddock event. Photo: Steve Ibbott. thegalleryfoundation.com.au

GREENS CALL FOR INQUIRY INTO DISCRIMINATION AGAINST DISABLED IN VACCINE ROLLOUT AUSTRALIAN Greens disability spokesperson Senator Jordon Steele-John has called for an urgent review into the Health Department to determine why disabled people have been discriminated against in the Morrison government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and, in particular, phase 1a of the vaccine rollout.

“Today’s evidence to the Disability Royal Commission is conclusive: disabled people and our support workers have

been excluded from receiving priority vaccines as part of phase 1a of the vaccine rollout,” Senator Steele-John said.

“Since the beginning of the pandemic so many people in our community have been living in fear and in isolation, with little information from the Morrison government about how we would be supported.

“Because of these ongoing failures we are now in a position where there are more Olympians who’ve been

vaccinated than high-risk disabled people living in residential care!

“There should not be a single Health Department document relating to the pandemic that fails to mention disabled people, yet time and again we’ve seen our community not thought of, not factored in or actively excluded.

“Quite simply, the treatment of disabled people throughout this pandemic has been discriminatory.”

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LETTERS, FEEDBACK AND OPINION Filling the void

They live in their ivory towers of power where it matters more whether the companies donating to them are happy.

I wish they could know the satisfaction and joy of truly serving their community because Community service they might find it gets We’d love to hear I walk around Lismore them more votes in the from you! and people smile at me. end. The Greens don’t take donations from big letters@nrtimes.com.au I’m delighted and give a big happy smile back. It companies so they can Please keep under 150 words makes my day. The world focus on serving the needs Paper deficit becomes a friendly, happy of their communities and Thank you for The place and you share a I’ll bet they generally feel Northern Rivers Times feeling of connection with happier. newspaper. We of the your community. Giving Beth Shelley Clarence Valley can a smile seems like a small Booerie Creek no longer buy ANY thing but when we’re newspaper before noon all smiling at each other On your bike other than yours. No one everyone feels happier.

Why aren’t bike riders knows why - there is Serving and helping open to helping everyone just no papers anywhere others in your community get around, rather than from Grafton to Yamba/ is satisfying and that’s a small percentage of Iluka and every town in why I fight for trains people, in the Northern between and sometimes because I know they Rivers? we only get day-old could help the most Geoff Provest pushed papers. Not everybody vulnerable. through the legislation goes online. So thank I remember what it’s to allow ‘rail trails’ to you for giving us a good like to have no transport pull up our railway line paper to read. as a young person and with his very supportive S Le Cornu no ability to drive when speech, only a few years Iluka I’ve broken my wrist, or since he was one of my arm or injured my numerous National party Safe jabs please leg. I’m getting older members who assured It’s pretty simple, and breaking bones is voters that if they were Astra Zeneca should be happening regularly. voted in, they would taken off the table for I believe trains are a ‘bring back rail services everyone, not just over way to make things fairer to our region’.

50s. Everyone should get and kinder for those of us There are many the Pfizer or Moderna who are elderly, disabled, examples of ‘rail trails’ jab. The efficacy of Astra young or poor. And it in other places falling Zeneca is tainted and matters. People suffer into disrepair or hardly rushed through. These from isolation without being used after their vaccines take years for transport and can’t tracks have gone. The approval, not months. visit family or medical local council is always It must go, it’s not safe appointments. left to foot the bill for the and it’s Russian roulette.

Having little or no maintenance.

I’m not anti-vax, but I’m public transport doesn’t Bike paths can be built anti Astra Zeneca til it’s help to make this world a beside the tracks, where proven to be a hundred better place for all. it is often cheaper and per cent safe.

People in government easier to do than ‘on Alan Mosley don’t understand what formation’.

Yamba it’s like as they have Two new railway easy access to transport. companies, not-for-profit Northern Rivers Rail Ltd and the Northern COMMUN N Regional Railway O I ITY EG Company want to bring R R services back asap.

ED These companies were registered after the NSW government took away the protective legislation, allowing both ends of our line to be destroyed for just a bike path!

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Congratulations on a great paper, what you are presenting was desperately needed in our community. Keep up the good work.

Barbara Sprengel

The region’s spectacular landscapes will be appreciated by many more people if able to ride on light rail as well as the bike/walking path. How many will go shopping when riding on a bike?

Building the rail trail on the rail formation is a crime against our region; the ballast still in good condition, many sleepers and bridges needing little work, while some need to be replaced but this is less costly these days.

It is necessary to return rail services to our corridor, for the economy, the environment and the people.

Go to: www. northernriversrail.com.au to become a member or donate.

Lydia Kindred, Northern Rivers Rail Ltd

ahead, invest in diverse alternatives and look to our future. It is not the time to revert to old headin-the-sand thinking with all eggs in one expensive basket.

Hugh Nicholson The Channon

These issues were identified in the Cultural Heritage report which has been peer reviewed & previous environmental studies that came at a significant cost with recommendations that further engagement and studies to be undertaken.

All options needed 3. ‘The 50 Gigalitre I had previously made a Dam is a Mega Dam’. decision not to become Compared to other involved in the letter dams in NSW, the writing on the Rous Hume Dam is 3,038GL, Future Water Strategy Warragamba Dam 2060, however after 2,031GL, Menindee Dam reading some recent 1,794GL the proposed misleading and inaccurate 50GL Dunoon Dam is a information being small dam in comparison. distributed I feel I must 4. ‘The Dunoon Dam respond. has previously been These statements are overwhelmingly rejected about the Dunoon Dam

by Rous Councillors & proposal which was the community on many unexpectedly rejected occasions’.

by Rous councillors The only time this after many years of has occurred at council studies which have come was unexpectedly last at a great cost to our December, actually community. in June 2020 it was Heads in the sand 1. Firstly ‘The Dam is unanimously endorsed by I was at the Lismore the most costly option’.

Councillors to be placed Carboot market today Dunoon Dam has been on public exhibition. The (16/5) where I saw identified as the most cost decision to remove the the pro-dam stall. It effective (whole of life) Dam from the original appears that this group option, it is approximately strategy was made based are rejecting all of the $200 million less than on a response from under alternative options the next cheapest option 1% of Rous’ constituent Rous County Council is of Bore water. The other population. proposing instead of the preferred options of I believe community Dunoon Dam. Desalination Sea Water members who supported If, as this group and Recycled Sewerage all options including suggests, Rous proceeds are much more expensive the dam did not submit with the Dunoon Dam, and these are being a submission as further it will be several years championed by both studies on the dam were before coming on-line.

Lismore Councillors who identified to be carried There would be at least are delegates on Rous. out in the draft June 2020 two years of studies; I find this difficult to document . followed by the potential comprehend as Lismore 5. ‘Rous has licences of court cases because of currently has the most for all of the ground water destruction of significant expensive water charge bores’. pre-European Aboriginal per Kilolitre in NSW This could not be sites and destruction of and if their proposed further from the truth. an endangered ecological Draft Budget currently There will need to be rainforest community; on public exhibition is costly investigations into then more years of adopted, Lismore water securing further licences construction of the dam. customers could have at all identified sites This could bleed out to a the highest water charge which include Alstonville decade before a new dam in Australia at $4.44 per Plateau, Woodburn supplies a drop of water Kilolitre. & Tyagarah which is into the Rous CC pipes.

These preferred options adjacent to nature reserve.

What the pro-dammers will see a massive Many government are ignoring – or do not increase in cost for agencies will be involved understand – is that dam Lismore ratepayers in the in this approval process. or no dam, some of these future & make it difficult Also the desalination alternatives will HAVE to attract new Business plants identified for to be put in place to & Industry & also be an Ballina, Lennox Head overcome a shortfall in increased burden on other & Tyagarah which is supply. According to the Rous constituent councils inside a marine park Rous document ‘Future Ballina, Byron and will also be subject to Water Project 2060’, Richmond Valley. costly investigations and demand for water will 2. ‘The Dam proposal government approvals. outstrip supply by 2024 – needed to be stopped due Desalination is identified just three years away. to Cultural heritage & as one of the most Now is the time to think Environmental concerns’. expensive water sources

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OPINION 11 due to enormous ongoing operating costs.

6. ‘Recycled sewerage is currently being used as direct potable water’.

This is not currently occurring in NSW or anywhere in Australia due to public health guidelines by the Departments of Health.

For me one of the most disturbing outcomes of this failure of local governance is that Rous has resolved to dispose of all the land which has been acquired through natural acquisition over 20 years, this is almost 50% of the required dam site.

If the other options are not viable through lack of supply, community concerns, environmental issues, government approval or cost prohibitive and the dam land is disposed of, what water security will our region have for the future??

It’s decisions like this that leads to the NSW Government stepping in and they may need to, so that this land is mothballed until all studies are completed and a clear pathway for a future affordable and reliable water source is proven to be achievable.

Cr Sandra Humphrys, Cr Sharon Cadwallader and myself

support the current options in the draft Future Water Project 2060 now on public exhibition but feel that the proposed Dunoon Dam unfinished studies should also be included to ensure information for Rous County Councillors of the day can make a fully informed decision.

If you feel the cost of water is becoming a burden and prohibitive (especially in Lismore) I urge you to make a submission to Rous County Council for the proposed Dunoon Dam to be included so all options are on the table.

Submissions close on the 28 May 2021.

Robert Mustow Richmond Valley Mayor

Col Baker (NR Times 20/5).

Col recently told a friend at the OFNR stall that there was only 5ha of rainforest at the proposed dam site. When she questioned whether he was a botanist, he replied “no”, but that he knew the area.

Rous Council’s “Terrestrial Ecology Impact Assessment” 2011, states that 34ha of Big Scrub rainforest will be removed for the dam and 62ha in the total area will be impacted. Mr Baker needs to read the Rous reports.

Water recycling is recommended by the NSW Productivity Commission in its recent green paper as a cost-effective solution for water security.

Mr Bakers assertions about Ask the experts the barriers to recycling don’t There is an unfortunate stack up when we are talking campaign of misinformation about building infrastructure circulating about the in new subdivisions eg the alternatives to the Dunoon pioneering water recycling dam. I am surprised by the scheme by Rous at Perradenya self-appointed experts in Estate.

Our Future NR, who make We are fortunate to have pronouncements about the Professor Nick Ashbolt as the dam as if they are qualified new Head of Environmental in the relevant fields and Science at Southern Cross challenge those with recognised University. Professor Ashbolt qualifications. is a world expert on recycled I was interested to read that water and has spent the last the proposed dam has the 20 years establishing recycled “least environmental impact” water plants in California. This

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state of 39.5 million people aims to have 70% of its water supply provided from recycled.

It is a demonstrably viable solution to our water supply and new technology ensures it’s far cleaner than what we currently get from rivers.

Beth Trevan (NR Times 20/5) has stated that “there are no costings for the recycled water option [from Rous]”. In the following paragraph she gives us a costing for it. Where does that figure come from? Another self-appointed expert, sounding very similar to Austin Curtin in his media statements.

The dam proponents consistently fail to mention that the proposed dam will cost $240 m to build and that dam construction costs have a history of blowing out by approximately 47%.

People need to hear the facts from the experts. There are currently information sessions held by Rous Council. Please take your questions there before making a submission to Rous.

Kathryn McConnochie Byron Bay

Big dam lie I am concerned that a group is conning people into signing a petition based on information that is demonstrably false.

Building a dam at Dunoon will cost at least $150 million more in the next 10 years than the recommended mixed source strategy.

Financed by long term loans this will cost the community an additional $6 million more per annum, a 25% increase on current costs.

This does not include a figure for the loss of 52Ha of koala habitat, 33Ha of Big Scrub Rainforest (5% of all that remains) and state significant Indigenous heritage.

The alternative path charted

by Rous uses a variety of smaller schemes to add capacity when needed. It is adaptable to changes in technology, costs, demand and climate.

The analysis presented by Rous in the Future Water Plan shows that while the dam is cheaper on a whole of life (80 yrs) basis, it takes until 2065 to break even with the alternative.

The dam requires this generation to massively over spend on a single strategy.

In short, building the dam will push up water prices substantially. Claiming otherwise is nothing but a big dam lie.

Cr Keith Williams Chair, Rous County Council

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May 27, 2021

12 NEWS

Regional housing market doubles capital city value growth AUSTRALIA’S regional housing market has far outpaced value growth across Australia’s capital cities in the last 12 months, rising 13.0% compared with a 6.4% gain in capital city values.

CoreLogic’s quarterly Regional Market Update, which looks at capital growth over the 12 months to April 2021 in Australia’s 25 largest noncapital city markets, saw RichmondTweed take top spot for capital gains across both house and unit markets, with 21.9% and 15.5% annual growth respectively. Bunbury was the worst performer across both house and unit markets, with 3% and -4.4% yearly growth respectively.

“Playing into the lifestyle trend, it’s no surprise to see the RichmondTweed area topping the list for capital gains over the past 12 months. This region includes high profile beachside destinations such as Byron Bay, Suffolk Park and Lennox Heads as

well as popular hinterland villages such a Bangalow. The median house value across the Byron council area is now $1.4 million, which is higher than Greater Sydney’s median of $1.147 million,” CoreLogic’s research director Tim Lawless said.

Mr Lawless says the faster pace of growth reflects stronger demand

flowing into the regional areas of Australia through the COVID-period to-date.

“This can partly be explained by the new popularity of remote and flexible working arrangements, but also increased demand for lifestyleoriented properties and holiday homes.

No doubt the more affordable housing

options across many of Australia’s regional markets is another incentive; in April there was a $247,400 difference between the median value of capital city dwellings and regional dwellings.

“Looking forward, regional housing markets remain well placed to record higher than average levels of demand, especially those markets that are located close enough to capital cities to provide a commuting option, and those lifestyle markets that are popular with sea and tree changers.

“While surging values are probably good news for homeowners in these regions, for those that don’t own a home, affordability is being stretched.

Particularly for long-time locals whose incomes are unlikely to be rising at anywhere near the pace of house price appreciation, they may be forced to seek out housing options further afield,” Mr Lawless said.

Federal reps squabble over responsibility for housing THE most important level of government when talking about housing is Local Government, according to federal Page MP Kevin Hogan.

“It is local governments that approve development applications for all housing, including social. This process can take a very long time, or in many cases not be approved at all,” he said.

“The North Lismore Plateau has been on the books for nearly 20 years. This has the potential to provide up to 1500 new homes for families in our community.

“The Lismore mayor does not support this project which is disappointing.

“At a Federal Government level, in 2020-21, we provided more than $8.2 billion in housing and homelessness programs, up on last year, which includes $1.6 billion paid to the states and territories to deliver and maintain state social housing through the National Housing and Homelessness Agreement that supports housing outcomes for 1.7 million Australians.

“Also, in just two years, the government’s National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation approved almost $1.6 billion of loans to community housing providers under their Affordable Housing Bond Aggregator.

“This is supporting the delivery of more than 2200 new and 6300 existing homes built and maintained by community housing providers.”

Mr Hogan said the last

Budget also delivered an additional $1 billion of low-cost concessional loans that would enable community housing providers to deliver even more affordable homes for Australians.

“The National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation estimates this investment could support 2500 affordable homes,” he said.

Mr Hogan denied there had been any cut to Commonwealth funding for homelessness services.

“The Commonwealth does not directly fund homelessness services providers and, as such, does not have any direct contact with service providers or oversight of their funding agreements with states and territories,” he said.

“Helping Australians get into a home of their own is a key priority for the government.”

Federal Member for Richmond Justine Elliot recently spoke in Parliament about affordable housing.

“I am so disappointed that the government just doesn’t care about solving this issue and that there was nothing in Scott Morrison’s Budget to fix it,” she said.

“We need national leadership to address this situation and we’re just not getting it from the Liberals and Nationals.

“I say to locals: the entire Labor team is listening and fighting to fix this situation. An Albanese Labor Government will develop a National Plan for Housing and Homelessness, because we’re

on your side.”

Ms Elliot said there wasn’t any plan to fix the housing crisis on the North Coast.

“We have a housing affordability crisis and we need urgent action now with rental vacancies, it is 0.3% in our area,” she said.

“Our community is hurting.

You need national leadership to address this issue. Every day locals raise with me the issue of the housing crisis, we simply have no affordable housing in our region, and we need support and solutions to fix this situation, but the problem is the Morison government is just not listening.

“You’re not listening to locals who just can’t get into the housing market because of soaring prices, they’re not listening to the families who

can’t find affordable rentals, or they’re forced to leave their home because their rent skyrocket overnight, and this government isn’t listening to the people who can’t find crisis accommodation, women who are fleeing domestic violence and have nowhere to go.

“While state and local governments have an important role, the fact is we need national leadership and we need it now.

“We need a national housing and homelessness plan.”

Part of Labor’s promise includes building 20,000 new social housing properties, including 4000 homes for women and children fleeing domestic and family violence and older women on low incomes who are at risk of homelessness and 10,000

affordable homes for frontline workers like police, nurses and cleaners.

They also claim they will also directly support 21,500 full-time jobs across the construction industry and broader economy, per year, over five years, nationwide; provide $200 million for the repair, maintenance and improvements of housing in remote indigenous communities; invest $100 million in crisis and transitional housing for women and children fleeing domestic and family violence, and older women on low incomes who are at risk of homelessness; and invest $30 million to build housing and fund specialist services for veterans who are experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness.

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CROWN LANDS FIX FOR KYOGLE? KYOGLE is looking at building on vacant Crown Lands as an option to ease the housing crisis.

Kyogle Council general manager Graham Kennett said one of the options available to help deliver social and affordable housing was to partner with the NSW Government and social housing providers to build on vacant Crown Lands.

“Social housing providers have said that they could deliver housing outcomes if they were provided with suitable land,” he said.

“There are several such opportunities on Crown Lands, however these efforts are often stifled by the requirements around the Crown Lands Management Act. “For example, there is a parcel of Crown Land in the village of Woodenbong that could easily provide for 6-8 units, is completely vacant, and fully serviced with road access, water and sewer services.

“However, because its Crown Reserve purpose is for public recreation, it is not able to be used for housing without the Minister approving the change, which involves a complex and timeconsuming process.

“Council has highlighted these issues with the State Government agencies involved, and the Minister for Housing and Lands Melinda Pavey. Whilst these barriers exist, council remains committed to facilitating a whole of government approach to what is a major issue affecting our communities.”

Kyogle Mayor Danielle Mulholland said housing availability across the Northern Rivers was becoming a critical issue.

“And when I talk about housing availability, I am

talking about general housing, social housing, affordable housing, and crisis and emergency accommodation.

It’s a huge issue and one we need to start addressing,” she said.

“This is one of the NRJO’s priorities and councils across the Northern Rivers are all having workshops or have had workshops around housing.

“In the Kyogle Council area, for example, property prices are increasing, and rentals are virtually non-existent. The same applies in our villages.

“We have talked many times before about the pressures on the coastal councils and SE Qld in turns of their population growth and growing demands for housing and the subsequent demand that has on places like Kyogle, which begin to grow as people are priced out of these markets.

“However, I’m seeing more and more social media posts from people who want to stay in Kyogle but can’t find housing. There is simply insufficient housing to meet demand.

“Of course, with more housing, comes more people, more services, more funding in some cases.”

Cr Mulholland said councillors were having a workshop on this issue in a few weeks.

“I would think we would be looking at our planning policies, where the obstacles are

to allowing suitable and sustainable development, how they can be addressed or where we need to advocate to have state regulations changed,” she said.

“But I personally think we also need to make provision for housing for those who are transitioning from off farm to an independent living unit - there’s a demand for it but there’s not enough at present to go around.

“We also have little in the way of crisis or emergency housing.

Across the region, we have lower levels of social housing than the state average. We will be looking at all these issues and identifying what we can do to address them.

“The other issue with housing market pressures is people are moving from the cities to the regions, particularly with the Covid situation, and they are realising the new possibilities of being able to work from any location.

“So regional areas are becoming increasingly more attractive as places to live and work.

There’s just one fly in the ointment. In order to live and work at either a job or a business, we have to have reliable and affordable highspeed internet.

“This is just as important in terms of infrastructure as some of the more traditional kinds like roads, bridges, footpaths and so on.”

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Strategies to tackle acute affordable housing crisis LUCY Pritchard took to social media to share her experiences about local people who are homeless and struggling to cope.

“I’ve been volunteering at a homeless service since October last year doing case management, and homelessness is not what you think,” she wrote.

“I’ve seen first-hand the difficulty that people are experiencing trying to find safe, affordable long-term accommodation, and the last few months in particular have been shocking.

“People are renting couches and single beds in shared bedrooms (in share houses) for $150-$200 per week.

“There are a lot of people who are working (and have always worked) who are

Housing and Homelessness Action Forum hosted by Member of Lismore, Janelle Saffin MP, attended by local service providers and councils. having to engage with services because between ridiculously high rent and other living expenses, they’re struggling to put food on the table.

“There has been an influx of single parents accessing

homeless services because it’s almost impossible for a single income to adequately support a family.

“Many people are homeless, or at serious risk of homelessness, simply because

they can’t get a rental in the current super competitive market. Some properties are getting over 50 applications.

“It’s near impossible for anyone on a welfare payment such as the disability pension,

aged pension, or service pension (for veterans) to afford rent. Even share properties are becoming too expensive.

“We need the government to take a proper proactive approach to addressing the housing crisis, and they need to do it now, because this is only going to get worse.

Lismore MP Janelle Saffin hosted a forum of peak housing providers recently in a renewed effort to tackle the acute social and affordable housing crisis gripping our region.

Ms Saffin said her second major forum on housing and homelessness, which aimed to draw on providers’ expertise in the sector, had agreed to establish a working group to continued opposite page ☛

LISMORE HOUSING SHORTAGE AN ‘EMERGENCY SITUATION’

By Tonia Dynan LISMORE City Council declared the area is currently experiencing an emergency situation with respect to the lack of housing availability and affordability in our community at the recent council meeting.

Councillors moved to urgently write to local members of parliament and relevant ministers in state and federal government asking that they invest in social and affordable housing in the Lismore LGA and across the Northern Rivers, more broadly.

Council staff has also been tasked to investigate affordable housing and medium density opportunities within the Lismore urban area, with a report to be prepared for the July council meeting, outlining the findings and recommendations.

Council also agreed to redirect $50,000 from the Building Better Region’s grant in the 2021/22 financial budget to implement the recommendations.

Mayor Vanessa Ekins said although council had a great housing strategy, it identified that more than 60 per cent of homes in the area were lived in by one or two people.

“It’s pretty hard to build units in existing suburbs where there’s houses,” she said.

“There’s all sorts of

pressures associated with that.

But this council has zoned a lot of land that is ready to go and some of that land has been there for decades, waiting for developers to move on it so this motion is about having conversations with those builders and developers about what the barriers are to progressing with this housing, particular medium density housing, and coming back to council with a report with some recommendations.

“And I’m really hoping that one of those recommendations is that we do an affordable housing strategy… and then we need to develop a contribution plan … so we can accumulate funds for affordable housing.

“And I think this is a really good process because it means that we’re identifying land for housing, and it means that people building in that area, or buying in that area, know that affordable housing is going in there and they’re aware of what’s happening so it’s a good process all the way around.

“And we’re demonstrating to our community that we’re serious about this and we’re trying to move forward.”

Councillor Elly Bird said that Local Government NSW had advocated in their State Budget submission that the New South Wales government should invest $2 billion in social housing to build an extra 5000

dwellings.

“That still won’t really touch the sides of what is needed,” she said.

“If you look back at media that has been done recently

by North Coast Community Housing, they are bringing to light that there’s been 30 years of neglect in this state. Governments have just not been building enough housing.

“I would also tell councillors that I was at Renew Fest on the weekend, and whilst we are not Byron, we are feeling the ripple effects of what is happening just over our neighbour’s boundaries, and it felt like every second person was living in their van, like it was seriously shocking the number of people who are under rental stress who can’t find somewhere to live, who have nowhere to live and who

are homeless.

“It’s escalating. I don’t think we can really see properly what’s happening just yet.”

Councillor Neil Marks said he had a conversation last week with somebody who lived just outside of the Lismore area who ran a business with some 100 employees.

“They are struggling to keep employees because they cannot afford to live in and around where they work,” he said.

“They are having to travel more and more. It is becoming a huge issue for them as cost, so then people start balancing the costs of being able to have that job, work on that farm, be on that property.

“He also said that his son, the family lived in Bangalow, and now literally have no

neighbours, they’ve got people who own houses, but they have neighbours once a month.

“So, you’ve got a very changing housing climate, and it’s happening very, very quickly.”

Cr Marks said council needed to let the State Government know that they had let the community of New South Wales down over the years by selling off social housing and not building any new social housing.

“I saw a house for sale, which had obviously been a social housing house, in Shearman Drive recently for over $320,000,” he said.

“The people who live in and around there, still in social housing, could never afford to get into that private market, such as the market has changed in the last six to 12 months.”

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“Housing is a desperate human need for an increasing number of local people who are homeless or on the verge of homelessness in our Electorate of Lismore and neighbouring coastal areas, across the State and nationwide,” Ms Saffin said.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has also reshaped property market forces to such an extent that working people on low to middle incomes cannot afford skyrocketing rents or the cost of buying a first home.

“I pledge to work with the working group, many of whom are undertaking innovative projects in their own right, to continue advocating to the NSW Government on the critical issues of housing affordability, housing supply and homelessness.

“We will be closely examining the NSW Government’s just-released Housing 2041 strategy and 2021-22 Action Plan, which has received a lukewarm reception from some local mayors and councillors but which may provide some opportunities.

“While the Australian Government’s latest Budget sadly had no new incentives to encourage housing supply, it announced some assistance to firsthome buyers and single parents to enter the property market.”

The NSW Government will seek vacant land and buildings to establish temporary supportive accommodation (TSA) to those in communities who

need it the most.

The TSA will support people at risk of homelessness for up to two years, while longer housing solutions are planned.

The first-ever NSW Housing Strategy 2041 outlines a 20-year vision for better housing. The strategy will benefit people across the housing spectrum, from those without a home to those seeking housing that better suits their needs.

Key initiatives of the strategy include: • establishing a cross-sector expert housing advisory panel to guide delivery of the strategy. This will increase collaboration across government and the housing sector • better use of government-owned land and information to develop new housing types, tenures and delivery models • strengthening relationships with local governments, the community housing sector and developers to trial new innovative housing solutions.

Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said the NSW Housing Strategy 2041 would deliver improved outcomes immediately and into the future.

“We are developing a TSA discussion paper that will call on local governments, NGOs and the private sector to come to us with ideas to deliver additional TSA projects and to meet the Premier’s Priority of reducing homelessness by 50%,” Mrs Pavey said.

FREE ‘HEALTHY MINDSET’ WORKSHOP FOR BYRON SHIRE BUSINESS OWNERS BUSINESS owners in the Byron Shire are invited to attend a free workshop aimed at providing them with resources and tools to improve theirs and their employees’ mental health and wellbeing, as well as the opportunity to connect with other business owners.

The workshop is facilitated by Mullumbimby Psychology and will be held on June 10 at the Cavanbah Centre on Ewingsdale Road.

Byron Shire Council’s Business Enterprise Officer Lisa Richards said the aim of the workshop was to provide business owners with strategies and tools to cope with the mental stress of owning or running a small business.

“Council ran a similar workshop in October last year and we had terrific

feedback from those who attended,” Ms Richards said.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has put an enormous amount of pressure on businesses in the Shire in a range of different ways including the need for some to diversify and change the way they operate and find staff to help them keep the doors open.

“This workshop, which is being facilitated by Mullumbimby Psychology, will look at things including skills to help people manage burnout and how to look after their mental health.”

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May 27, 2021

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HAVE YOUR SAY ON CLIMATE CHANGE BALLINA Shire Council is seeking community feedback on it’s draft Climate Change Policy.

The draft Climate Change Policy sets organisational emissions reduction targets for Council, and a framework for progressing climate change mitigation, adaptation and resilience strategies for Council and the community.

Ballina Shire Council targets are more ambitious than the NSW and Australian Governments and aim to achieve rapid emissions reduction by: • reducing Ballina Shire’s operational greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero

emissions by 2030; and • using 100% renewable electricity for its operations by 2030.

These targets are considered achievable as they focus on Council’s operations such as water and wastewater, street lighting, community facilities, and planning and development.

The draft Climate Change Policy also looks at ways to progress climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience strategies within the Ballina Shire community.

In addition to seeking feedback on the draft policy, Council is also encouraging completion of a short survey to find out how important

community-wide climate change action is, what community targets could be set, and how this could be achieved.

Feedback on the Climate Change Policy and the Community Climate Action Survey both close Wednesday 16 June 2021.

To view the Climate Change Policy and participate in the survey please visit ballina.nsw.gov. au/climate-change-action.

Big projects on agenda in RVC draft budget RICHMOND Valley Council has produced its draft budget for the 2021-2022 financial year including a $46 million capital works program to upgrade the Valley’s public facilities and amenities, as well as roads, bridges, and essential infrastructure.

Projects on the agenda for the next 12 months include upgrades of the Casino Swimming Pool and Razorback Lookout at Evans Head, construction of the new Rappville Hall and Community Precinct, and the Casino Showground & Racecourse redevelopment, alongside substantial investment in waste and resource recovery infrastructure, water and sewer infrastructure, and other essential assets.

The key projects in the capital works program include: • More than $10 million to repair regional and rural roads and bridges, as well as urban roads; • Casino Memorial Swimming Pool modernisation - $6.085 million; • Casino Showground & Racecourse development $5.049 million; • Real estate development projects - $3.191 million; • Nammoona Waste and Recovery Centre construction of a new cell (stage one) - $3 million and capping of four cells (stage one) - $1.89 million; • Sewerage infrastructure renewals – $3.767 million; • Water infrastructure renewals – $2.709 million;

• Rappville Hall and Community Precinct - $1 million; • Casino Drill Hall Memorial Walk - $885,000; • Resource recovery infrastructure projects – $846,000; • Northern Rivers Rail Trail (phase 1) - $459,000; • Razorback Lookout Evans Head - $400,000; • Stormwater asset renewals – $375,000; • Coronation Park infrastructure upgrade - $355,000; • Footpath repairs and construction of new sections - $220,000.

Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan Macdonald said the $46.13 million capital works program would deliver a wide range of important projects.

Mr Macdonald said after facing a series of natural disasters over the past two years, as well as dealing with the pandemic, Council was continuing to focus on rebuilding the bushfire and flood-affected parts of the Richmond Valley as well as add recovery stimulus to the local economy.

He said Council was also leading the way to support a growing economy in the Richmond Valley, with the completion of new industrial land at Reynolds Road, as well as residential land at Canning Drive in Casino, to help meet current and future demand.

“These projects sit alongside our ongoing commitment to maintaining and renewing our

road network and other essential infrastructure,” Mr Macdonald said.

Mr Macdonald said the draft budget balanced the need to maintain Council’s existing asset base and essential services with the development of new or substantially renewed facilities where needed, in line with Council’s 10-year Community Strategic Plan, Richmond Valley Made 2030.

He said Council’s proposed $67.74 million operational budget would continue to deliver essential services throughout 2021-2022.

He said Council continued to benefit from substantial grant funding from the Federal and State governments, while rates would rise in line with the IPART-approved 5.5 percent increase, and annual water, sewer and domestic waste charges would increase 6.51 percent, 4.88 percent and 4.55 percent respectively.

“Council prides itself

on meeting and exceeding fundamental service delivery to our community and we will continue to do so into 2022,” Mr Macdonald said.

“I am pleased to say that we are also projected to deliver a cash surplus of $300,000 in 2021-2022, which is forecast to increase in the following year to $373,000.”

Mr Macdonald said following the COVID-19 postponement of local government elections by 12 months, Council was now commencing preparations for the elections this coming September.

He said following the elections, Council would be revising its Community Strategic Plan, which would include extensive consultation with the community.

“The Community Strategic Plan is the road map for the future of the Richmond Valley and will identify our major priorities for the next decade,” Mr Macdonald said.

“We look forward to consulting widely with the community in relation to this document and developing a vision which will be built on the community’s ideas.”

The Draft Operational Plan 2021-2022, Draft Revised Delivery Program 2017/2022, Draft Financial Estimates 2021/2025, Draft Revenue Policy 2021/2022 and Draft Long-Term Financial Plan 2021/2031 will be on public exhibition until 4.30pm Tuesday 15 June.

During the exhibition period, submissions from the community can be forwarded to the general manager via email to council@richmondvalley. nsw.gov.au, or via post to Locked Bag 10, Casino NSW 2470. Submissions can also be made online.

The documents are available for viewing on Council’s website at https:// richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au/ council/on-exhibition/

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May 27, 2021

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Policy passes buck on power pole repairs LISMORE MP Janelle Saffin has called on the leader of the Nationals in Government, Deputy Premier John Barilaro, to reverse the NSW Government’s policy of ‘gifting’ private power poles to farmers and rural landholders.

Ms Saffin moved a motion in Parliament condemning what she describes as an “unconscionable policy” where Essential Energy shifts the legal and cost burden of fixing faulty private poles and overhead lines to thousands of country people across NSW. Ms Saffin says outraged landholders are contacting her after being notified that they are the proud owners of one or more power poles and facing maintenance costs of up to $7000 per pole to make them safe.

“Sometime in 2018, the Berejiklian-Barilaro Government slowly and stealthily started to ‘gift’ these poles to the people,” Ms Saffin said.

“This Government did not make a major policy announcement, nor did it consult with the public as far

as I can tell.

“Coalition MPs, including those long-standing ones here on the North Coast, appear to have let it go through without a murmur.

“And then bang, people woke up to the rude shock of PP signs on their power poles and wondered what it all meant.”

Responding to a barrage of questions on notice from Ms Saffin late last year, NSW Minister for Energy Matt Kean confirmed that Essential Energy had written to 699 landholders in the Lismore Electorate since June 2018 to inform them of their obligations.

Of these landholders, 414 of them had been informed by Essential Energy that a routine inspections had identified maintenance requirements on private poles or private overhead lines.

Ms Saffin said it was a case of the Government blindsiding country people who for decades had never had a clue that they owned power poles because Essential Energy and their forerunners had always

taken care of maintenance of this essential public infrastructure.

Ms Saffin cited a letter dated January 2015 from then NSW Minister for the North Coast Duncan Gay MLC boasting that the Nationals had negotiated to keep Essential Energy (the regional part of our electricity network) 100 per cent publicly owned.

“Where does this policy of ‘gifting’ power poles – i.e. shedding legal responsibility and maintenance costs from the public purse to people’s back pockets – leave the Nationals’ commitment?,” she asked.

“How could Mr Barilaro, the self-appointed hero of the bush, and his fellow longserving Nationals MPs on the North Coast, let this unfair policy slip through without a word of protest?” Ms Saffin asked.

“I can understand the Liberals sticking it to farmers and rural landholders, but where were the Nationals when their constituents needed them? Where are they now for that matter?”

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May 27, 2021

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Byron Local Environment Plan nears finalisation

By Tonia Dynan THE amended Byron LEP 2014 will finally be forwarded to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment to be finalised.

Byron Shire Councillor Basil Cameron (pictured) said this plan for the Byron Town Centre had been on the books for a long time.

“As you know, it’s been out a couple of times, some variation, there’s been a fair bit of opportunity for consultation and feedback and we have a submission report here that I think, pretty much, sets the seasons, supports what I’m moving here,” he said.

“And that is, is that our community is quite firm that the building height limits as they exist is probably our single most important and effective planning control and in terms being able to retain the character of our town.

“We have been around the block a few times on this.

Let’s go with it and support our community in keeping our Byron town great.

“The future of our town is the single most important factor here and resilience comes in many forms and it’s not necessarily just by

building up.

“We don’t want to be the Gold Coast; we don’t look the same. A big part of Byron’s character comes from its distinctiveness and its low-rise nature.

“That’s why people come here and that’s what is important to our economic, social and cultural future.

“I’d much rather have a group of local, interested people giving us some advice and opinions on planning controls, and maintaining the character of our town than I would accepting a note from a bureaucratic office in Sydney, for example.

“It really helps to have people who know and understand and support us in our planning future.”

Cr Alan Hunter said residents were very passionate about the built form of the town centre and what it should look like.

“I think the passion really belongs in what our future needs to be. I don’t know whether we can continue forever to keep the building height the same, but I don’t think we can keep much the same as we move forward our needs change,” he said.

“And we’re under a lot of pressure to accommodate all sorts of needs in terms of houses residents, offices, in terms of almost everything.

I want to just make the point that I think we need to keep our eye on the strategy, someone needs to be in the bridge of the ship, not just trying to keep it looking the way it looks now, because I don’t think that’s going to be serving our best interests forever.

“I want to flag the fact that I think we have to consider building heights, setbacks for space ratios and so on, on a regular basis to see whether we’re providing the community with the needs that it has going forward.”

The plan can be viewed on council’s website.

CONTAMINATION INVESTIGATION CONTINUES ON BUTLER STREET RESERVE BYRON Shire Council is continuing to work with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) on contamination investigations on Butler Street Reserve in Byron Bay with an extension of the investigation to focus on PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).

Butler Street Reserve closed in July 2019 when work on the Byron Bay bypass started and at that time it was hoped it would reopen with the bypass.

As the reserve is built on an old landfill and is identified as a contaminated site, Council, under the direction of the EPA, used that time to do several rounds of testing to determine the extent and type of contamination, as well as any risk it may pose.

“This testing is still ongoing and unfortunately this means the Butler Street Reserve is closed until we get those results and approval from the EPA for an Environmental Management Plan,” Byron Shire Council’s acting director Infrastructure Services, Phil Warner, said.

“While our intention is to be able to be return the Reserve to community use for recreation, car parking and markets, it is important to acknowledge that this is an active contamination investigation that has not reached its conclusion,” said Mr Warner.

In the meantime, Council is planning for a number of possible eventualities, depending on the outcome of the investigations.

Council is undertaking site design for the Farmers Market to return to the Reserve in the hope that this can happen once the investigation is complete, and seeking community feedback on a proposal to permanently relocate the monthly Byron Community Market in and around the rail precinct in the centre of town, rather than back to the Reserve.

“I’m sure some people will be asking why we are looking to put one market back on the Reserve but not the other,” Mr Warner said.

“Our hope is that the future use of Butler Street Reserve for a public recreation space, carpark

and market site will hopefully be achievable if the site is managed under an Environmental Management Plan endorsed by the EPA – which we are in the process of developing now,” Mr Warner said.

“What we do know is while the future use of the Reserve needs resolution, that the use of the whole site may not be possible into the future.

The space available for formalised activity may need to be smaller, which is why we still see it as a possibility for the Farmers Market, which has approximately 80 stalls, and not the Byron Community Market of 300 stalls.”

There are still many unknowns regarding the future of the site, including a timeframe for an Environmental Management Plan to be completed and approved by the EPA. “Getting Butler Street Reserve operational again for community use is a high priority for Council and we are doing everything we can within our control to get to that point,” he said.

Corindi River cleared of debris STORM and flood debris has been removed from the Corindi River in the Northern Rivers region as part of the state’s largest ever clean-up of its shorelines, waterways and beaches following severe rain and floods in March.

Approximately 65 cubic metres of waste has been removed from the river since clean-up works commenced in early April by NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) contractor Avcon Projects Australasia.

EPA Director Incident Management and Environmental Health Arminda Ryan said the contactor had done an incredible job and there were many other people who also contributed to the extensive clean-up.

“The clean-up involved a significant amount of planning and combined innovative technology and aerial surveillance with on the ground intelligence from the public, community groups, council and other agencies to locate debris and waste,” Ms Ryan said.

“The end result means we have an enormous amount of debris now removed from the river, including a substantial amount of debris from surrounding agricultural activities like plastic sheeting, ‘grow bags’ and containers all part of the clean-up”.

The clean-up spanned a five-kilometre length of the river upstream of the Pacific Highway which had the greatest impact. This has been effective in stopping the waste moving further downstream into the Solitary Islands Marine Park where it would pose a risk to our marine life.

Members of the community can report flood debris in local rivers and beaches to the Environment Line on 131 555 or info@epa.nsw.gov.au.

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A happy morning for rail trail supporters THE Northern Rivers Rail Trail group organised a ‘Happy Morning Tea’ event at the Murwillumbah Bike Shop on the Railway Station to celebrate how far the rail trail project has advanced.

“The Northern Rivers Rail Trail has been in the making, formally, for over eight years and we are finally getting close to the first section becoming a reality,” NRRT spokesperson Marie Lawton said.

About 70 supporters turned up looking forward to when they can actually ride the trail.

“Some of these supporters have been with us from the start and we are very grateful for their loyalty and patience,” Marie said.

The member for Tweed Shire, Geoff Provest, attended and reassured that, “it has taken longer than expected, but we are almost there.” He thanked the Northern Rivers Rail Trail Group, including Jenny Dowell (former mayor of Lismore) and Barry Longland (former mayor of Tweed) for their hard work and ongoing support. He agreed there was bipartisan support for the trail and acknowledged Janelle Saffin’s input.

NRRT secretary Geoff Meers said that the construction should start in a few months.

Owners of the bike shop, Rachel Dorig and Jeff Harris provided the morning tea and are looking forward to the day cyclists will be stopping by after or before their rail trail ride.

“This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for us and we will honour it with hard work and passion,” Rachel said.

“Successful rail trails are made by the people who ride them and the friendships they make along the way. Scenery like the Tweed Valley and Mt Warning, lovely places to stop, beautiful gardens, a safe place to ride and a million more reasons.

“Our business will burst with laughter and happiness (just like today) and it will

boom! We are looking forward to giving back to the community,” she said.

“The community can be satisfied that recent legislation changes to close the line and repurpose it for a rail trail ensures that it will remain in public hands and can be repurposed back to a transport corridor in the future, if necessary,” Ms

Lawton said.

“Preserving and showcasing the historical train and rail features is what makes a successful and memorable trail. We want a world-class trail, one that will inspire people from all over, interstate and international, to come and experience all that Tweed, and the Northern Rivers, has to offer,” she said.

New look for Evans Head ambulance station

By Chris Gulaptis, Member for Clarence Evans Head Ambulance Station is set to receive a refurbishment under the NSW Government’s $232 million Rural Ambulance Infrastructure Reconfiguration (RAIR) program, delivering a better work environment for local paramedics.

The Nationals in the NSW Government are committed to investing in rural and regional health infrastructure to support better health outcomes for local communities.

Our paramedics like Brendan and Ken below at Evans Head need the best possible workplace to provide emergency medical care, and the infrastructure improvements will make a real difference to their working environment.

The range of enhancements

at the Evans Head Ambulance station include replacement of the existing plant room building to provide an enclosure for all existing ambulance vehicles, a vehicle wash bay, new staff training facilities, new amenities for paramedics as well as other internal upgrades.

The investment for Evans Head is a real win for the coastal town and shows the commitment to the region following works commencing at the new Iluka Ambulance Station – which is a first for the Iluka community.

Our Ambulance first responders play such an important role in our local communities, and I am pleased to see that the Evans Head Ambulance Station will receive an upgrade to deliver a more modern workplace.

Works are expected to commence later this year

following a competitive tender process.

The RAIR program is the single largest investment in regional NSW Ambulance’s 126-year history, with 24 new or upgraded ambulance stations already delivered or under construction as part of the $132

million Stage 1 program, with another $100 million worth of ambulance assets being delivered right across regional and rural NSW under Stage 2.

In 2020-21, the NSW Government is investing more than $1 billion in services and capital works for NSW

Ambulance.

This includes $27 million of funding for 180 new NSW Ambulance staff across NSW, being the third tranche of the June 2018 commitment to recruit 750 additional paramedic and control centre staff over four years.

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May 27, 2021

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‘PILE YOUR PLATE’ WITH LOCAL SEAFOOD A GRASSROOTS-driven campaign to put local seafood on more plates in more restaurants and at more events has been unveiled by the State Government and Industry today.

The NSW Government will deliver $500,000 in grants, under the Eat More NSW Seafood 2021 program, for industry stakeholders to promote their fresh, local produce.

Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall said after industry was impacted the recent floods it was now more important than ever to buy local seafood and this program would put NSW produce front and centre for both businesses and customers.

“Our produce is worldclass, so today we have launched a campaign to support local businesses and see plates piled with fish, oysters, mussels and more caught from NSW waters,” Mr Marshall said.

“The State’s seafood businesses have been hit hard by natural disasters, so there’s never been a more

important time to support them and buy locally.

“The Eat More NSW Seafood 2021 program will mean fishing businesses can apply for grants from a $500,000 funding pool to make sure their sea-sourced grub is the first choice for hungry locals and visitors.

“Applicants could organise an event, run a marketing campaign or just focus on selling more local catches.

Anything that promotes our high quality seafood and its benefits.

“Whether it’s prawns from Pambula, snapper caught at Coffs Harbour or kingfish at Kingscliff – hook in!”

Mr Marshall said funding would be delivered in two streams, including grants for small scale projects (under $10,000) and grants for large scale projects ($10,000$100,000).

“I am excited the NSW Government has partnered so closely with the NSW Seafood Industry Council which will administer the program,” Mr Marshall said.

“Our seafood industry is worth $174 million a year but

it’s vital we still support and protect it from the impacts of floods, COVID-19, trade disruptions, bushfires and drought.”

NSW Seafood Industry Council Chair Bryan Skepper said close collaboration with government was the best way to ensure the future of the NSW seafood industry.

“If our seafood businesses can better promote their produce, they will be able to get more local seafood on NSW plates,” Mr Skepper said.

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May 27, 2021

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$1M mobile wildlife hospital to feature in new series

AUSTRALIA’S largest mobile wildlife hospital was in Lismore last week as part of a tour to meet communities, volunteer wildlife carers and general practice vets in wildlife-rich, biodiversity zones.

The 22-wheel, 18-tonne fully equipped veterinary hospital toured from Brisbane to Coffs Harbour.

The privately funded, notfor-profit wildlife hospital is staffed by a full-time veterinary team led by wildlife expert veterinarian Dr Bree Talbot and provides full-time veterinary treatment and rehabilitation for native animals, free of charge.

They’ve treated more than 750 native animals from their Byron Bay base since opening in October last year, including an influx of animals during the NSW floods.

The mobile wildlife hospital with Dr Talbot and her team are set to be the focus of a 10-part series called Wildlife Rescue Australia, due to be released in December and screened on Channel 10.

While they were in Lismore, the team treated a tawny frogmouth with a broken wing and assessed a python brought in by Snake Catcher Northern Rivers 24/7’s Jack Hogan.

Dr Talbot said all she wanted to do was help the wildlife.

“I think these guys sometimes don’t get the care that they deserve, whether it’s just because you probably don’t have the time,” she said.

“I think these guys deserve

hitting the road during the quieter winter months when caseloads were fewer.

“It’s an ideal time to meet the same care and treatment with vets, volunteer carers than any other animal and I and the general public now, so want to help them through we’re able to respond quickly that. I want the animals to be during a crisis when the here for the next generations to weather warms up, and more enjoy. wildlife are out and about over “The mobility of the truck spring and summer,” she said. helps because if we do have Founder and CEO Dr a bushfire, or a flood or heat Stephen Van Mil said the stress affecting flying foxes, inspiration for the hospital this truck can drive there, and came from his experiences at we will be able to provide his vet clinic in Lennox Head. prompt service to those animals “I mean every vet practice instead of them potentially in Australia every day gets having to drive one or two wildlife brought in, and hours to go to another vet particularly up here - we’re clinic, which may or may not one of the most wildlife dense be able to fit them in if it is a regions of Australia,” he said. crisis.

“I’m a general vet and we “We can go there, we used to get more than our fair can provide that service to share of wildlife here. the animals and help the “One day I just thought we community, and then either get need to dedicate a wildlife these animals back into care hospital for the Northern or back out into the wild when Rivers. appropriate.

“The Currumbin Wildlife “If there is not a crisis, we Hospital is one of the busiest can actually help the local area wildlife hospitals in the world. that we service to look after the Last year, they had about animals and so it’s two birds 13,000 missions, and about a with one stone.” third of those come from this Dr Talbot said they were part of the world.

“Animals are getting put in cars and driven across the border, and going to a very, very busy hospital, so we knew the demand was there.

“The second reason was a bit more tricky because to get the land and capital plans approved and everything for permanent buildings is timely, and particularly after the bushfires last summer, we didn’t want to wait.”

Watching three billion animals die during the summer bushfires pushed the plans for the mobile hospital along faster.

“This only took five months to build. The cost was quite contained, comparatively, and therefore we could get the service going quickly,” he said.

“Then those bushfires hit.

We’d signed off on this in October 2019, and then the fires hit, and it was frustrating watching television images of koalas in laundry baskets, in schools throughout Australia, and knowing that if we had one of those (the truck) or more of these, we could have been there doing something.

“That really pushed us hard to get going. June last year we

did a crowdfunding campaign and the build started in June and then by November was delivered.

“We’ve been fully operation out of this now for a few months and already we’re seeing hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of cases.

“We have a million-dollar facility to bridge a significant gap in expert treatment, care, equipment and facilities to treat and rehabilitate injured and traumatised wildlife to recovery.”

Supported by conservation organisations World Animal Protection and the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife, the veterinary team behind the Wildlife Hospital provide advice and resources for GP vets who want to increase their skills, knowledge and confidence in treating native animals.

They are also road-testing a prototype Motorists Wildlife Rescue Kit with practical items and veterinary-endorsed usage guidelines for motorists to assist and transport injured wildlife to the nearest vet or wildlife rescue organisation where it’s safe to do so.

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS AND SPONSORSHIP FUND BYRON Shire Council’s Community Events and Sponsorship Fund is open and organisers of community events are encouraged to apply.

A total of $10,000 is available to be shared between five events.

Byron Shire Mayor, Michael Lyon, said the

aim of the fund is to build the capacity of people and groups to organise events that support the community and local economy.

“The grants can be used to get an event established or perhaps to embed sustainability initiatives for things such as waste or recycling,” Mayor Lyon said.

“The pandemic had a huge impact on local events last year so some people might take this opportunity to seek funding to help implement COVID safety measures,” he said.

“Our Shire is well known for its events and while some are well-established, others are trying to get established

and this is where our fund can provide some help.

“Music, film, environment, sports - the events that are held in Byron Shire are incredibly diverse and not only do they bring an incredible amount of money into the area, they also bring our community together.

“It is important that we

attract and foster events that reflect our community and environment,” Mayor Lyon said.

Information about the Community Events and Sponsorship Fund is on Council’s website.

The closing date for applications is 11 June 2021.

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May 27, 2021

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FRIENDS OF THE KOALA CELEBRATES VOLUNTEERS LAST week Friends of the Koala celebrated the incredible work of their volunteers as part of National Volunteers Week.

“National Volunteers Week is a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge and thank our volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to our mission” says President, Susannah Keogh.

Since the organisation formed 35 years ago, Friends of the Koala has grown in size and impact, now tending to approximately 50% of the sick, injured and orphaned koalas rescued in NSW each year.

Today, Friends of the Koala have nearly 150 active volunteers who are engaged in habitat restoration, koala rescue and rehabilitation, nursery, leaf collection in addition to management and advocacy. The organisation also operates the regions only dedicated, 24/7 Koala Rescue Hotline which is completely staffed by volunteers.

“Volunteers are the lifeblood of our organisation.

They’re the everyday superheroes who make our vital work possible. If we were to put a dollar value on the contribution volunteers make to our organisation

each year, the total would be close to a million dollars” says Ms Keogh.

In addition to thanking volunteers, celebrating National Volunteers Week highlights the benefits of community service.

“Many of our volunteers develop personally while working with us, gaining confidence, learning new skills and making likeminded friends, all while contributing to our cause” says Ms Keogh.

For volunteer opportunities with Friends of the Koala please visit https:// friendsofthekoala.org/

Mobile library still a popular and important resource

By Tonia Dynan WHEN Gary Dardengo pulls his truck into town, he feels like a king.

He’s greeted with people waiting for him and, sometimes, with tasty treats of scones and cakes for morning tea.

Although he isn’t royalty, that we know of, Gary is the officer and driver for the Richmond Tweed mobile library truck.

“When that mobile library shows up in whatever town, so for instance Nimbin, it’s the Nimbin library, so people use it,” he said.

“They don’t necessarily call it the mobile library; they call it their library. When it’s in their community, it’s their library branch. It’s really heartfelt.

“When we turn up, they are waiting for us more often than not. We are the busiest in the first part of our session in whatever town we are in

because, basically, they’re standing there waiting for the truck to expand out from a truck into a library, and in they go.”

Gary said the current truck, “my baby”, had been in service since 2005, with a few months off the road last year due to the Covid pandemic.

“We built this truck. It was purpose built as a library in 2000, but mobile libraries started in the early ‘80s where we only had a small truck,” he said.

“It just kept growing to the size we have now. In fact, we could probably put another one, maybe not as big as the

one we’ve got on the road, and have it filled with the amount of communities that want library services.

“It is very important to have a library. We just provide a service where it’s free and it’s unprejudiced - anybody and everybody can come and do research or look at books and

pick up books or get some advice.

“We run Storytime, and Baby Bounce for young families and mothers. At Pottsville, we have a mothers’ group that after we’ve done Baby Bounce, they take over our blankets and pillows and have a mothers’ group for another two hours.

“It’s a family, community library and people just love their library.”

The mobile library visits 20 locations across the Northern Rivers a fortnight.

“We go to the villages or towns that don’t have a library,” he said.

“We’ve had more or less the same roster for quite a while, but the roster is on our web page. You could go to nearly anybody and say, for instance in Clunes, just picking somebody and they’ll know it’s there every second Tuesday.”

See the website for more, rtrl.nsw.gov.au.

200,000 BUNDLES OF JOY DELIVERED PARENTS of more than 200,000 newborns across NSW have benefited from a Baby Bundle of essential items given to them on the birth of their child over the last two years.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the Baby Bundle is valued at more than $300 and is filled with baby products and information to support the health, development and well-being of babies in NSW. “Every baby born in NSW

is eligible to receive a Baby Bundle, with more than 200,000 handed out since the initiative began in January 2019,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“The Baby Bundle not only helps reduce some of the initial costs of having a baby, it also provides useful items to support new parents give their child the best start in life.”

Member for Holsworthy Melanie Gibbons said this program supports new additions to a family

and makes sure parents are receiving important information and supplies during what can be a happy but confusing time.

“My kids are a little older now but I know how much I would have benefited from a baby bundle and I am sure all the new parents will feel the same,” Ms Gibbons said.

Member for East Hills Wendy Lindsay said that all children are precious and a baby brings a new dimension to families.

“The baby bundle is full of helpful goodies for your new bundle of joy and to help families celebrate their new addition,” Mrs Lindsay said.

The Baby Bundle includes a number of items including a sleeping bag, play and change mats, muslin wrap, bath thermometer and a first aid kit, along with a selection of NSW Health printed resources that complement the Blue Book.

Parents receive the Baby Bundle before being

discharged from hospital, or, after registering their child with NSW Births, Deaths and Marriages.

The Baby Bundle is part of the NSW Government’s $157 million parenting package, including more midwives and family health nurses, investment in testing and treatments for children’s diseases, and practical and emotional support to parents.

For more information about the Baby Bundle go to: https://bit.ly/39wSRlw

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May 27, 2021

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Clubhouse upgrade makes croquet more comfortable

THE FRIENDLY CLUB: Lismore Croquet Club members celebrate their grant success with Lismore MP Janelle Saffin and Lismore Mayor Cr Vanessa Ekins.

LISMORE Croquet Club’s heritage-listed clubhouse off Molesworth Street has just received a $5356 upgrade of rooftop solar panels and air-conditioning.

Lismore MP Janelle Saffin joined club president Warwick Fisher, his fellow executive committee members including grants officer Phyllis Waters and Lismore Mayor Cr Vanessa Ekins, as enthusiastic players competed on their landmark lawns.

“Our croquet club is very much an institution in our city, having been established in 1928 and with the ‘artistically designed’ pavilion clubhouse opened on September 22, 1931 by then Governor of NSW, Sir Philip Game,” Ms Saffin said.

Nowadays, the clubhouse, extended in the 1980s, is home base for what is generally regarded as the one of the friendliest sporting clubs in the Northern Rivers with

membership split 70 per cent female and 30 per cent male.

In 1983, membership was exclusively women.

Ms Saffin said the upgrade, installed by JDZ solar and electrical and funded under the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program, will vastly improve comfort levels for the club’s 36 members during summer and winter seasons.

“I know many Lismore locals and visitors comment on how wonderful it is to have this oasis of green and tradition right in the heart of the Central Business District.

“Lismore City Council’s outdoor staff do a great job of keeping the lawns in tip-top condition,” she said.

The club is always seeking new members and can be contacted on 02 6622 6030.

Play is on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings, and at twilight on Fridays.

BRUNS CWA DONATES TO ‘LOVE BITES’ PROGRAM CWA President Lorraine Dixon presented a cheque of $1200 for the ‘Love Bites’ Respectful Relationships program to local Love Bites co chair and coordinator Freyja SmithHanding over the cheque to Ms Smith, president Dixon noted, “Police in Australia deal with a domestic violence incident every two minutes.

Added to this, recent media attention of the sickening behaviour in places like Federal and State Parliament, means our young people, more than ever, need to be reminded and educated in what it takes to develop decent, respectful relationships. ‘Love Bites’ is a great grassroots program in schools which helps young people recognise what a healthy relationship looks, sounds and feels like so they are better informed and equipped to have and maintain healthy respectful relationships throughout their lives.

Our CWA Club is pleased to support the ‘Love Bites‘ program.”

In thanking president Dixon for the generous donation, Ms Smith said, “This CWA donation will help fund the development of a pilot ‘mini’ Love Bites program in primary schools and purchase art supplies for four, 8 week high school programs”.

“Love Bites is an evidence based program developed under the auspices of NAPCAN - the National Association for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect.

The program is not funded by Government. Love Bites helps shift attitudes, norms and behaviours that enable, excuse or minimise the extent and impact of violence against women and children. NAPCAN provides the Love Bites Facilitator Training across Australia,” Ms Smith said.

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May 27, 2021

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“Leemo’s View” “LEEMO has views on just about anything”

A DAY IN THE LIFE ‘Leemo Cat’ reporting.

I’m doing AOK. Pretty well in fact. I must admit that sometimes I DO feel tired, other times I don’t, and then I frisk around wonderfully, like I am a kitten again. Is this change of physicality due to my age or to my recent illness? Hmmm. I gave this some thought, and realised that my situation is kinda like ‘Mum Jane’s. Mum used to easily mow all of the the 4 levels of our yard, all on her own, dragging the mower up and down stairs and slopes...she did all the other stuff too.

These days however, she gets Darren to come and help her? (Hmmm... from what “I” can observe, Darren does like, EVERYTHING.) Anyhow, I am glad the mowing is not on my chores list. Oh, and you won’t believe THIS bit of news...Arrrgh! I heard ‘Mum Jane’ on the phone the other day talking to someone, and telling them “that she would like to bring me, ‘Leemo the Magnificent’ in, for an opinion on my health.” Like most cats, I am most certainly NOT even slightly silly, and that conversation indicated quite clearly to me that she was sneakily planning to take me to another Vet Doctor person for a 2nd opinion. NO WAY!! I AM “NOT” GOING...

NUP, this cunning ploy of Mum’s is NEVER going to happen if I have anything to do with it.

I LIKE the Vet where I go and know. I don’t feel scared there, and all

the nifty people there admire and pat me, and therefore I am NOT changing. Did you know Cats have a reputation for being picky about the people they choose to be around, and I choose to stay with my current Vet. SO, a day or so later, as I soon as I saw my “going out in the car” Transport Container being put near the front door, I figured it was time for action. I finished my breakfast treat with a final hearty lick, ran out the front door, across the yard, and climbed up as high as I could into the Jacaranda Tree in the front yard. I simply was not going ANYWHERE to do with second opinions. Because Mum is old now, I’m safe as safe up here because she can’t climb trees to catch me like she used to. But then, within minutes, the day turned into a nightmare. Darren arrived to do all the stuff he does to help Mum in the garden...whipper snippering, mowing, taking yard rubbish away, leaf blowing... noise noise noise. All that noise scares me. It reminds me of a huge pack of hungry monster dogs. So, I climbed even higher...almost to heaven. I stayed right up there until Darren left...and very cautiously made my way down from the tree, snuk across the yard, down the front path, through the front door, DOWN THE HALL to my food bowl...which had been replenished...whoohoo.

Mum simply looked at me in bewilderment.

When I had finished my treats, I told Mum about something I had read quite a while back...“There will always be TRULY kind, well meaning people who will suggest you get second opinions on situations that come up in your life. It is wise to be wary. Certainly, it is a very good thing to maintain an unbiased ‘OPEN MIND’ when you receive suggestions from others. But, BE WARY...if you are too open minded your brains fall out.” When I had imparted my wisdom to Mum, she gave me a huge hug and told me we could play “Feathers on a Stick” out on the newly mowed front grass. Purrsies...Leemo.

Renew Fest reveals power of community AROUND 1500 people gathered at the Mullumbimby Showground for RENEW fest.

“We love creating a festival that doesn’t just talk the talk, but walks the walks of a real life example of a regenerative village, acting in ways that are harmonious for the earth,” festival organisers said.

“So many people gave so much care and joy to the event - the volunteers, the presenters, the sponsors, the stallholders, the tireless staff, and all those that came to listen, share and connect.”

The big themes of the festival included the housing crisis and pathways for community housing, racial justice and equality, regenerative food and changing the stories that dominate mainstream Australia.

The Saturday night music and arts program was full of high vibes, headlined by Nattali Rize accompanied by The Black Sistaz, followed by dancing, music and rousing spoken word by local artists.

The Tiny Home Village was an engaging new addition that saw the festival spill into half of the Showgrounds arena, featuring nine tiny homes and a range of alternative housing stalls.

The festival was powered entirely by solar power and generated a remarkably small amount of waste given the size of the festival: only 20L of landfill, 20L of recycling, one wheelie bin of compos, and 200L of wastewater generated by the Water Lilly Wash Station which cleans patron’s BYO eating utensils.

Indigenous wisdom was central to the festival, beginning on Friday night with a Welcome to Country from Delta Kay, and conversation between Miriam Rose Ungunmerr-Baumann and Judy Atkinson. An Indigenous Elders space continued across the weekend under the festival Fig Trees and First Nations people headed up of several key forums, before ending with Ingenious fire closing ceremony with Uncle Magpie and dancers, Rachael Cavanagh, Auntie Robyn, and welcoming Auntie Nelly Patterson from Napanangka country, Uluru.

Festival organisers say they look forward to 2022 and for ever-deepening the conversations, connections and actions around ecological, economic and social renewal.

Centennial Circuit one-way traffic trial THE one-way traffic trial on Centennial Circuit in the Byron Bay Arts and Industry (A&I) Estate will start on 22 May. Council had hoped to start the trial in February but it took longer than expected to work out the logistics of waste collection in the area affected by the one-way trial.

Normally waste and recycling bins are emptied every Wednesday in the A&I Estate but for one-way section (Brigantine to Wollongbar Streets) and for the duration of the one-way traffic trial, waste will be collected over two days.

“We know it sounds like a pretty simple problem to work out but unfortunately it was quite tricky,” Isabelle Hawton, Project Planner, said.

“The one-way traffic system would have made it impossible for the trucks we normally use to collect the waste on both sides

of the street so we have had to ask people to alter where and when they put their bins out,” Ms Hawton said.

“The waste collection will now be spread over two days and people on the eastern side (or inside) of Centennial Circuit will have to take their bins across the road.

“People will no doubt be asking why we can’t collect all the waste and recycling on the same day and the answer is that there is just not the space on one side of the road for all the wheelie bins,” Ms Hawton said.

From 22 May 2021, the following changes apply only to the section of Centennial Circuit affected by the one-way trial: • One-way traffic from Brigantine Street to Wollongbar Street in a clockwise direction.

• Waste collection for properties located in the trial area will

be on Wednesday (Waste and Organics) and Thursday (Recycling). Outside the trial area, waste collection will remain as normal. People will need to take their bins out the night before.

The one-way traffic trial will run for six months to November 2021.

At the end of the trial Council will evaluate the feedback and consider whether or not it should become permanent.

The concept of a one-way traffic trial came out of the development of the Byron Arts and Industry Estate Precinct Plan in 2019 when residents, business owners and people who work in the estate highlighted a need for better traffic management.

The increasing number of cars and trucks on Centennial Circuit mean it is very congested and Council is hoping the one-way trial may ease some problems.

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May 27, 2021

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Students help police to prevent cybercrime A TEAM of Southern Cross University students has been crowned joint winner of the inaugural NSW Police Cybercrime Think Tank, with an idea to prevent cybercrime that will be deployed by NSW Police.

The team presented their unique solution to a review panel of senior figures within NSW Police Force and industry heavyweights at Police Headquarters in Sydney.

Coming from a mixed background of law, accounting and IT, the students’ solution aims to increase resilience and awareness of everyday people who are victims of cyber attacks, by tapping into one of the most highly used services in the State, the Service NSW app.

“We wanted something simple and accessible. So, we decided to go with something that people were already using, turning to the Service NSW app. It’s a great platform to provide some extra tools to help people make themselves more cyber resilient,” Southern Cross University IT graduate Cindy Kennedy explained.

Their concept was described as a ‘masterstroke’ by former CEO of Facebook for Australia and New Zealand, Stephen Scheeler, who sat on the panel alongside NSW

SCU students Tara Moore, Cindy Kennedy, Janelle Mason and Veronica Stephens at the inaugural Cybercrime Think Tank.

Deputy Police Commissioner David Hudson, and the head of the NSW Cybercrime Squad.

Following the delivery of their winning pitch, the students were invited to discuss how to put their idea into practice.

“We just thought we would do our presentation and that would be it. But with our award they said they’d like to invite us back to Cyber Command to discuss how they can implement our ideas which is really exciting,” Cindy said.

Guiding the team was Southern

Cross University Associate Professor in Cyber Security Ben Scott, who said that what the students had come up with was going to make a big impact.

“It actually dawned on the team that what they have come up with is going to be put into practice. You’re going to be seeing it on your phones and your mobile devices and they could say, ‘I actually did that.’ It’s quite profound that what they’ve come up with will make a positive impact on potentially millions of people’s lives.”

Local government forum Richmond Valley Council is hosting an Australian Local Government Association forum on Friday, June 4 from 5.30pm, to encourage local women to consider standing for council.

Titled ‘Politics and Prosecco’, the event will be held in the Casino Community & Cultural Centre and will feature guest presenter Penrith City Council Mayor Karen McKeown, who is also ALGWA NSW City Vice President.

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Half of drivers use digital licence NSW Drivers have voted with their smartphones and embraced the Digital Driver Licence (DDL), with new data showing three million drivers have downloaded the technology.

Minister for Digital and Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello said the figure represents 53 per cent of all licence holders, with almost 95 per cent giving the DDL the thumbs up.

“There are about 5 million active Service NSW app users and the app is fast becoming a one-stop shop digital wallet, providing fast and easy access to a range of services including COVID Safe check-ins and Dine & Discover vouchers.”

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May 27, 2021

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Smiles abound as turtles released after care

By Tonia Dynan ABOUT 200 crowded on Lighthouse Beach, Ballina early Thursday morning to watch eight green sea turtles released into the ocean.

Australian Seabird Rescue invited the public to see the release, the first time they’ve been able to do so since Covid started last year.

Sapho, Dumpling, Freckle, Hamster, Xabit, Apricot, Guava and Iluka didn’t disappoint, flapping their flippers in anticipation of being free once more.

The turtles had been in care for about six months, with volunteers and Byron Bay Wildlife helping to get them back into the wild.

Australian Seabird Rescue general manager Olly Pitt was drenched from the waist

down, but you couldn’t remove the smile from her face.

“This is the first one we’ve had open to the public since probably March last year and it’s amazing,” she said.

“We used to have this many people on release days, but it’s been such a long time, so it was so good to have that energy back.

“Predominantly these guys were mainly from our area around Byron and Lennox.

We’re starting to see a lot of emaciation, typically caused by high parasite loads as well as plastic ingestion.

“We’re seeing climate shifts, so they’re not being able to keep their food source – so yeah, completely skinny, covered in barnacles, floating syndrome.”

Ms Pitt said as humans

we could help the turtles by limiting our plastic consumption, acknowledge climate change and do your best to reduce, reuse and

recycle.

The rescue operation is always looking for more volunteers.

“You can get in touch with

us by emailing admin@ seabirdrescue.org.au if you would like to come out and help these beautiful animals.”

Memorial bench pays tribute to Tom Hale at Bonalbo

By Danielle Mulholland, Kyogle Mayor I WENT out to Bonalbo to commemorate Private Tom Hale bench in Bonalbo’s RSL park. Myself, Councillor Earle Grundy, state MP Janelle Saffin, reps from Kyogle’s RSL including Bruce MacKenzie and Jack McDonough and members of the Hale family from far and wide were in attendance along with a good turn out from the community.

I’d like to provide a bit of history about Private Tom Hale which explains why we, as a Council, have taken this step. The idea of a commemorative bench was suggested to Council with advice coming from the community as to what kind of bench they would like to see installed, its design and of course, the dedication to Tom. Private Tom Hale was a veteran of WW2 and a prisoner of war. He was a prisoner for three years, 11 months and three weeks, first in Changi then on the Burma railway. I’d like everyone to think about that for a moment and the impact that would have had.

It was known as ‘the Death Railway’, 415 kilometres of track through the jungle and mountainous terrain stretching from Thailand to Burma — built on the sweat, blood and bodies of prisoners of war. The Japanese armed forces captured 22,000 Australian soldiers, navy and airmen, nurses and civilians during World War II and more than one third of them died in captivity. Tom enlisted when he was just 21 years old. He gave an interview to the ABC before he passed and I’d like to share a few of his quotes with you as it paints a picture of what he and his fellow soldiers endured during the war.

Just to provide some context, Tom’s unit was fighting a defensive action in Timor trying to keep the Japanese from invading Australia when they were overrun, captured and sent to the notorious Changi prison in Singapore.

Tom said: “The only way you survived was you had to have mates, you couldn’t do it on your own,” he said.

“If one man was really sick, the rest of the fellas in the gang did his work for him, ‘cause the Japs, you had to be just about dead before you’d get a day off.

“When a bloke was sick out of the gang, whatever extra tucker his mates could scrounge or pinch from the Jap storeroom or the native garden at night, he got the lot until he got better, but it went around, you all got your turn.”

The Japanese guards were brutal, rations were barely enough and the men were also starved of medicines.

No medical assistance was provided,

cholera broke out, and friends were lost. Tom was appalled, not so much at the treatment of the POWs by the Japanese but at how they treated women, children, nuns and nurses.

Tom would not go into details about what happened but was shocked that they were treated worse than animals.

This was typical of Tom - he had a big heart and was a true gentlemen. I can’t even begin to imagine what he would have seen, heard and experienced during this time.

While the world is focussed on Rohingya refugees now fleeing Myanmar, formerly Burma, it was Burmese monks and the risks they took to help prisoners who Tom recalled.

During one of his many interviews with the press, he mentioned the Burmese Buddhists as wonderful people who would sneak things into the POWs at night. If caught, they were tortured or shot but they kept trying to help those POWs.

Coming home was tough for survivors, and not just because of the personal demons they had to overcome but also because of a bit of stigma from some returned soldiers who claimed they were captured and didn’t fight.

With all due respect, those POWs may have been captured but they were just fighting the war in another way. Tom didn’t share many stories, like so many of our veterans, but I have a couple that Len Gotting and Bruce McKenzie kindly shared with me so I’d like to share them with you.

Apparently Tom and his comrades killed the commandant’s dog because they were starving, hiding the remains in the latrine, which nobody would go near unless they had to. Close your eyes for a moment. Imagine the conditions. On another occasion, Tom was ordered to build a cage for the commandant’s parrot. The bird chewed through the bamboo overnight and escaped, earning Tom a flogging with a bamboo cane. These are not just words - these are experiences, and experiences that left deep scars. We talk about these experiences, we have watched movies, documentaries, read books, learned history but Tom lived it.

Tom survived the horrific ordeal. He worked for the NSW Department of Agriculture on the cattle tick program from the 1940s until his retirement in the 70s. and lived out his days in Bonalbo until his passing at age 95.

Tom was a true gentleman. He’d often call me to talk about his beloved Bonalbo and what we could do to make it better. He was courteous and kind and just plain old sweet natured.

He made the world a better place just by being part of it and for that alone, his family should be very proud.

Lest We Forget.

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

NEWS 29

STRIKE FOR EFFECTIVE CLIMATE ACTION NOW LOCAL mother Peach Darvall has launched a weekly strike for climate action at the Lismore Quad every Tuesday afternoon.

“I just can’t do nothing when the climate catastrophe we know is coming can be reduced, decreased and mitigated. Our current government has shown repeatedly their embarrassing and negligent stance on taking any real measures to cool our planet”, Ms Darvall said.

“The half measures, delaying, denying, divisive behaviours and lack of

any urgent, effective, far reaching, systemic organisational change to decrease the effects of climate change are not to be tolerated in the midst of a climate emergency.”

“Last week’s Budget showed us all clearly where the government’s allegiance lies. Not with the people of Australia but with the uber rich and big corporations.

Their actions speak more clearly than their silver tongues. Why would we let them stand on our necks while they sell our future?”

“So I am raising my voice

and striking in the Quad to demand our government make those urgent changes needed so desperately to bring Australia to zero emissions by 2025. And I urge everyone

Join in the fun at Queen Elizabeth parkrun, Casino AS Queen Elizabeth parkrun, Casino approaches its second birthday event director Jason Skimmings invites people to join in the fun of parkrun.

“Parkrun is open to all ages and abilities,” Jason said.

“It’s a free weekly timed 5km run, jog or walk and you choose your own pace.

“Some people run, others jog, others walk. Finish times vary from 17 minutes up to an hour.

“It’s just a great way to get some exercise and catch up with friends old and new,” Jason said.

“We have people over 80, kids aged 5 and over, families, babies and toddlers in prams, and every age in between. You can even bring your dog.”

Jason said 2020 had been a difficult year when COVID halted events for many months and the recent wet weather closed the course for a few weeks.

“Now the sun is shining and we are back in full swing. We invite others to join us,” Jason said.

Joining in is easy, Jason said.

“Go to our website to register and

download your personal barcode which you need to bring to every event.”

“We meet at 6.45am for a 7am start at Queen Elizabeth park, Hartley Street Casino.

“To finish off the morning participants are welcome to join us at our post event café Zeebras for breakfast.”

Our motto is, “parkrun is not a race; if you can’t smile you are going too fast!”

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to raise their voices too.

Rise up. Rise up in any way you can in your life to facilitate planetary cooling and let our government know how unacceptable

their insufficient and weak Climate Change policies are.”

“Global warming is accelerating faster than was expected. We have a very small window to act. NOW. This decade is the make-orbreak one, the 2020’s.”

All members of the community are invited to join in and demand the Federal government take effective action on climate change each Tuesday from 1.303.30PM at the Lismore Quad.

You can contact Peach via email at peachdar@gmail. com.

Kingsford Smith Reserve survey BALLINA Shire Council has received funds as part of an election commitment from Ben Franklin and the Office of Sport, to upgrade facilities at Kingsford Smith Park, including lighting, change rooms, grandstand, netball facility, and car parking.

To ensure this upgrade aligns with a broader vision for the precinct, we have engaged a consultant to prepare: • A master plan for the Kingsford Smith Reserve (includes Kingsford Smith Park, Commemoration Park and Missingham Park); and

• Concept designs for the three individual parks.

Council wants to know how to make these open spaces better. They’ve put together a short survey to help us understand future needs, ideas, and aspirations.

Visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/ KingsfordSmithReserve to have your say by Wednesday, June 9.

There will be further opportunities to provide feedback when the master plan and concept designs go on public exhibition.

Application for Appointment of Board Members Wardell Recreation Ground Land Manager Ever wondered who is responsible for keeping Crown reserves operating?

Countless facilities like showgrounds, local halls and parks are run by Statutory Land Manager Boards, made up of people just like you. People who understand the need and have a desire to manage public land and assets for t e benefit of t e entire co unit .

Your role as a Board Member is voluntary, but the rewards of giving something back to the community are priceless.

Proposed Road Disposal Section 152D Roads Act 1993

We are looking for a good mix of people with a variety of skills, however, soun business an financial anage ent s ills an ob ective ecision making expertise would be a distinct advantage.

In accordance with section 152D of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given of the proposed sale of the Crown public roads listed in Schedule 1. If a sale proceeds, the road(s) will cease to be a public road upon transfer of the road to freehold land in accordance with section 152H of the Act.

Don’t let this opportunity to do something for yourself and your community pass you by – contact us today.

Schedule 1: • Crown roads at Culmaran Creek, within the property addressed 419 Culmaran Creek Road and Lot 183 DP801267. (File ref: 21/00878, Cluster: 625900)

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

30 NEWS

ROAD UPGRADE GRANT SUPPORTS BUSINESS RICHMOND Valley Council has received $562,500 from the Fixing Local Roads program, jointly funded by the NSW and Australian governments, to upgrade and seal Country Lane in Casino.

RVCl general manager Vaughan Macdonald said Country Lane was identified as a priority by Council due to its importance to local businesses, including New World Foods and Riverview Garden and Landscape Supplies.

Mr Macdonald said the upgrade would support the businesses in this area, which is zoned for commercial purposes, to enhance their operations and create new jobs.

“Country Lane will be widened and sealed, with a drainage upgrade, new kerb and gutter, line marking, while the intersection with Foy Street will also be expanded,” Mr Macdonald said.

He said it was an important local road for these enterprises, but as an unsealed road with poor drainage it was not at the design standard required for their daily usage, which was significant.

“Cul de sacs will also be added at both the eastern end of Country Lane and southern end of nearby Kent Street, ensuring traffic stays

From left: Riverview Garden and Landscape Supplies’ Steve Wheeler, deputy mayor Steve Morrissey, New World Foods general manager Tim Pobjoy, Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan Macdonald, Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis, Riverview Garden and Landscape Supplies’ Sharon Wheeler, resident Wayne James, Richmond Valley Caravan & Trailer Repairs’ Laurel Bryant, resident Elizabeth James and Richmond Valley Caravan & Trailer Repairs’ Geoff Bryant. on the upgraded section of road.

“These upgrades will ensure all-weather accessibility for these businesses and support heavy vehicle access to these properties on a regular basis without it suffering excess wear and tear.”

Mr Macdonald said the vast majority of roads in the Richmond Valley were classed as local roads and the responsibility of Council alone.

“Council manages 526km of sealed local roads, and so it can be a significant challenge to effectively manage and maintain our road assets at a high level within our limited budgets,” he said.

“That’s why we appreciate the support of initiatives such as the Fixing Local Roads program to give Council a helping hand.”

Mr Macdonald said Council had applied for

six projects under the program, with applications also made for upgrades to Benns Road, Carwong Road, Coraki-Ellangowan Road, Fogwells Road, and Ryans Road - a combined value of $11,985,000.

“Unfortunately on this occasion we did not receive funding for five of these projects, but they remain a top priority and we will be reapplying when the next round of the program opens,”

he said.

Member for Clarence Chris Gulaptis said he was pleased Richmond Valley Council had jumped at this opportunity to improve local roads under the joint government Fixing Local Roads program.

“Improving the roads our families and businesses use every day to get to work, school and home again, as well as get produce in and out of our region, is a priority, and I will be advocating for more funds from the program to keep flowing to my electorate,” Mr Gulaptis said.

Richmond Valley Mayor Robert Mustow welcomed the funding for Country Lane, saying it was another important step for growing the Richmond Valley economy.

Cr Mustow said road upgrades such as this provided important economic benefits for local communities, allowing safer and faster travel times, and less wear and tear on vehicles.

“Local businesses rely on Country Lane to get services to their customers, so it’s important the road stays in good condition,” he said.

“This project is another step towards supporting the growth of our Richmond Valley economy and I thank the NSW and Australian governments for their support.”

Local builders invited to upgrade train stations A $600 million upgrade to the state’s rail network could be a ticket to ride for Clarence and Richmond Valley businesses.

Clarence MP Chris Gulaptis has urged businesses in his electorate to look into how they could access some of these fund before the deadline for expressions of interest closes on May 28.

“Casino and Grafton stations are among 11 across regional NSW to be modernised in the latest round of a $600 million Nationals in NSW Government program to improve country rail,” Mr Gulaptis said.

“What we want to do is to make the stations more comfortable and more accessible to people with mobility challenges, all

without taking away from the character that makes these some of the most loved historic buildings in the region.”

Mr Gulaptis said the projects would include pathways and ramps, disabled parking spaces, upgrades to toilets, waiting rooms, the ticket office and bus parking.

“The best people to achieve that are local builders who know and love our towns,” Mr Gulaptis said.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said 11 upgrades across regional NSW would support 500 jobs.

“Projects like the ones in Casino and Grafton build on our vision to help make public transport a first-choice option for people living in the regions right across the

Chris Gulaptis is pictured with Richmond Valley Mayor, Robert Mustow and Deputy Mayor Stephen Morrissey at the Casino Train Station. state,” Mr Toole said.

Following the EOI process concluding on 28 May,

shortlisted companies will be invited to tender to deliver the projects. For more

information and to register, please visit tenders.nsw.gov. au

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

NEWS 31

Students benefit from tutoring program STUDENTS in NSW schools are benefitting from the NSW Government’s history-making $337 million COVID catch up program.

Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell confirmed today that 5417 tutors have been employed in NSW public schools, with almost 99 per cent of schools already offering tutoring support to their students.

“We know COVID-19 had an impact on education during the 2020 school year. Our tutoring program is helping students catch up after those disruptions,” Ms Mitchell said.

“The tailored model is important. Schools told us they needed the flexibility to deliver this program in a way that helps their students best.”

“Helping students bridge the gaps in their education caused by

COVID is part of this government’s efforts to build a safer and stronger NSW.” The additional support is tailored by schools using both the data from last year’s Check-in Assessments and the knowledge of classroom teachers.

“We are also helping schools in regional and remote areas with access to expert educators to help them create tutoring programs for their community,” Ms Mitchell said.

“The program has had fantastic take-up by our country schools, and more than 3200

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of the tutors who are delivering the program are in regional, rural and remote schools.

“This means no matter where a school is in NSW or how many students they have, they can provide a tutoring program which works for their students.”

Registrations are still open to educators interested in taking part at https://education.nsw. gov.au/teaching-andlearning/curriculum/ covid-learning-supportprogram Existing Department of Education staff should register interest through ClassCover.

CRITICAL works can now begin on a community led cross-border project that will inject much needed tourism dollars to NSW’s northern border region thanks to the Cross- Border Commissioner’s Infrastructure Fund.

Local Nationals Member of the Legislative Council Ben Franklin announced the successful funding bid on our northern border

by Kyogle Council and Water NSW. Mr Franklin said the $330,000 from the NSW Cross-Border Commissioner’s Infrastructure Fund will enable Toonumbar Water’s Retreat to once again draw tourists to a special part of the beautiful Northern Rivers region.

“This successful

application to the Cross-Border Commissioner’s Infrastructure Fund will bring more people to enjoy the swimming, fishing, boating, cycling and bird watching for which the area is famous,” Mr Franklin said.

“This region has really felt the impacts of natural disasters and border closures in the past few years and we welcome this project to bring people into our beautiful part of the world.

“The funding awarded to Toonumbar Waters Retreat will progress the critical repairs that paves the way to bringing tourists back to enjoy the rich natural beauty of the Northern Rivers.”

Mayor of Kyogle Shire Council Danielle Mulholland welcomed

the funding.

“This investment in Toonumbar Waters Retreat will help activate this space as a desirable venue and maximise its potential use for the future,” Cr Mulholland said.

Deputy Premier John Barilaro said the $20 million Cross-Border Commissioner’s Infrastructure Fund provides collaborative opportunities with other states to ensure our cross-border communities don’t miss out on much needed local infrastructure.

A special round of the Cross-Border Infrastructure Fund opens soon and applications will be welcome for projects located in local government areas of NSW and jurisdictions adjacent to a NSW border.

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

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Gates open to Norco PRIMEX 2021 NORCO PRIMEX, Australia’s sustainable farming and primary industries expo, was welcomed back last week by a bumper opening day crowd.

“We have beaten the odds,” Norco PRIMEX director Bruce Wright said.

“It was so important to restart the momentum post-Covid, not just for the event, but for the thousands of businesses, primary producers and members of the general public who are part of PRIMEX.” “To see so many people here today … to see the arena so vibrant again, is just fantastic, but also a major relief.”

Like almost every event in 2020, PRIMEX was put on hold – the first time

Photos by Tonia Dynan

since 1985, that the primary industries expo had not gone ahead at its Casino, northern NSW, base.

Wright took a major gamble in forging ahead with plans to re-start PRIMEX. “Basically, we had to start from scratch 12 weeks ago,” he said.

“But it is worth it. The overwhelming feedback I am getting from patrons and exhibitors is ‘It is great to see the PRIMEX banners back’.”

This was the sentiment echoed by those at today’s official opening.

Member for Clarence, Chris Gulaptis, who officially opened PRIMEX 2021 said: “This is one of the feature field days in the Northern

Rivers and certainly is very important to Casino and the broader region.

“People have been locked at home during the pandemic.

They have put some cash away and now they want to get out, meet people and spend some money. They want to engage and PRIMEX is a wonderful opportunity to do just that as well as injecting an amazing amount of cash into the Casino economy.”

Richmond Valley Council Mayor Robert Mustow said: “This is great for the whole region. And you can tell by the turnout today that people want to get out and about.

“To Bruce (Wright) and the PRIMEX team it is wonderful to see you back. This is a brilliant organisation to deal with and the fact that the gates to PRIMEX are once again open is a great outcome for the local economy.

“I have no doubt the community will continue to respond over Friday and Saturday.”

There were many standouts at this year’s PRIMEX. One of the highlights, local celebrity chef and co-owner of Three Blue Ducks at The Farm, Byron Bay, Darren Robertson, started his cooking

demonstrations today in front of a packed Southern Food Court.

Robertson is a staunch advocate of events like PRIMEX. “This (PRIMEX) is more important than ever before, especially for anybody involved in the food industry,” he said.

“It has been a tough year or two with all the curve balls that have been thrown, so it is such a relief and a joy to be part of any festival where we can share our stories, innovations and involve the communities of the Northern Rivers.

“The Northern Rivers is a globally recognised food bowl.

It is diverse in terms of its climate and we are spoiled in terms of producers and chefs and have been for many years, but there has been a growing spotlight in recent years.

“I am still discovering farmers, producers, distillers, brewers. And festivals like this are a testament to how well these people are now working together.”

Wright said the list of attractions at PRIMEX continues to grow.

The Paddock to Plate presentation, is again one of

the most popular arenas at PRIMEX. “This is a part of Primex we have really focused on,” Mr Wright said.

“And it has paid off. You have a selection of produce from one of the world’s best food bowls being presented to an extremely enthusiastic crowd.

“Overall PRIMEX will result in about $50 million in sales and an injection of about $5 million into the local economy through accommodation, meals and the like.”

Primary industry exhibitors remain the bedrock of PRIMEX. Typifying this in 2021 was a resurgence in earthmoving equipment exhibitors – one of the biggest displays in a decade.

Outdoor leisure is also proving to be a popular destination for visitors.

In all there were about 300 exhibitors at this year’s PRIMEX, with more than 20,000 visitors expected across the three days of the event.

“Considering what has happened over the past 12 months, this is a fantastic result,” Mr Wright said.

“It is great to be back.”

May 27, 2021

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

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From Bankwest Stadium, Sydney.

9.50 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Wests Tigers versus St George Illawarra Dragons match, with NRL news and analysis.

10.35 MOVIE: Tracers. (2015, Mlv, R) A bicycle messenger joins a gang of parkour street runners. Taylor Lautner, Marie Avgeropoulos.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Global Shop. (R) 4.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 A Current Affair. (R)

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

7.30 The Living Room. Amanda Keller, Dr Chris Brown, Barry Du Bois and Miguel Maestre help guide, educate and enlighten Aussies.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show.

(Mls, R) Graham Norton is joined on the virtual couch by singer-songwriter Michael Bublé, and actors Michael Sheen, Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard. Music performance by British singer-songwriter Celeste.

9.25 To Be Advised.

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

11.55 WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7pm Grace’s Amazing Machines. 7.15 Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Miniseries: The Hollow Crown. 10.50 Doctor Who. 11.40 Art Works. 12.10am Brush With Fame. 12.35 Insert Name Here. 1.10 Catalyst.

2.10 Parks And Recreation. 2.30 30 Rock. 2.55 Peep Show. 3.45 News Update. 3.50 Close. 5.00 Rainbow Chicks. 5.05 Timmy Time. 5.20 Pocoyo.

5.25 The Furchester Hotel. 5.40 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon The X-Files. 1.40 The Last Man On Earth. 3.00 Huang’s World. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Dynamo: Magician Impossible.

9.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 19.

Abbiategrasso to Alpe di Mera. 1.35am News. 2.00 Basketball. Euroleague. First semi-final. Barcelona v Milano. 4.00 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop: Home Shopping.

7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The Gulf. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Geordie. (1955) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Blue Planet II. 8.40 MOVIE: Knight And Day. (2010, M) 10.55 MOVIE: No Escape. (2015, MA15+) 1am TV Shop.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 5. Monaco Grand Prix.

Highlights. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. Noon Walker, Texas Ranger. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Blue Bloods. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 11.30 CSI. 12.30am Shopping. 2.00 MOVIE: Maximum Conviction. (2012, MA15+) 4.05 Hawaii Five-O. 5.00 ST: Enterprise.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

2.05pm Find Me In Paris. 2.35 Degrassi: The Next Generation. 2.55 The Next Step. 3.15 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 3.35 Junior Vets. 4.00 The Dengineers. 4.35 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 MOVIE: Shaun The Sheep: The Movie. (2015) 8.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.50 Fruits Basket. 9.15 Boruto: Naruto Next Generations. 9.35 Radiant. 10.00 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Alone In Space.

Continued. (2018, PG, Swedish) 7.10 A Monster Calls. (2016, PG) 9.10 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) Noon Liquid Truth. (2017, M, Portuguese) 1.40 Leave No Trace. (2018, PG) 3.40 Journey To The West: The Demons Strike Back. (2017, PG, Mandarin) 5.40 Polina. (2016, PG, French) 7.40 Wimbledon. (2004) 9.30 Yardie.

(2018, MA15+) 11.25 Farewell. (2009, M, French) 1.30am One Of These Days. (2017, MA15+, Arabic) 3.10 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Swamp People. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Ax Men. 1.00 Carter’s W.A.R. 2.00 Storage Wars Canada. 3.00 Bull Riding.

PBR Australia. 3.30 Rodeo. Coonamble Rodeo.

Highlights. 4.00 Timbersports. 4.30 Canadian Pickers. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers: Best Of. 7.00 Friday Night Countdown.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 11. Western Bulldogs v Melbourne. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Xtreme Collxtion. Noon Parenthood. 1.00 Timeless. 2.00 Sliders. 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 MOVIE: Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: The Boss Baby. (2017) 7.30 MOVIE: 17 Again.

(2009, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Baywatch. (2017, MA15+) 11.50 The Bi Life. 12.50am Big Fat Gypsy Weddings.

1.50 Bridezillas. 2.50 Clarence. 3.00 Beyblade Burst Turbo. 3.30 Ninjago. 4.00 Pokémon. 4.30 Pokémon Journeys. 4.50 Kaijudo: Rise Of The Duel Masters. 5.10 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Sabrina, The Teenage Witch. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond.

9.00 Becker. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 The Big Bang Theory. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Charmed. 2.00 Seinfeld. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 The Conners. 10.30 Charmed. 11.30 Friends. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Raymond. 2.30 Becker. 3.30 A Million Little Things. 4.30 Shopping.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs.

3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 4.30 Friday Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour.

6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News.

7.45 The Vaccine. 8.00 Planet America. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News.

12.15 Planet America. 1.10 ABC Late News. 1.30 Friday Briefing. 2.00 DW News. 2.15 The Vaccine.

2.30 The Drum. 3.30 DW Conflict Zone. 4.00 The World. 5.00 Planet America.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Bamay. 11.20 Twelve Canoes. 12.30pm MOVIE: Ten Canoes. (2006, M) 2.00 Always Blak Always Cracked. 2.30 Bamay. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Bino And Fino. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 The Storyteller. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 On Country Kitchen. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 NITV News: Nula. 7.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 8.00 MOVIE: Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 9.40 Bedtime Stories. 9.50 Heart Coming Home. 10.50 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am House Hunters Int. 6.30 House Hunters. 7.00 Mountain Life. 7.30 Rustic Renovation. 8.00 Garden Gurus. 8.30 The Block.

9.30 House Hunters Int. 10.30 House Hunters.

11.00 Boise Boys. Noon Fixer Upper. 1.00 House Hunters Int. 2.00 Flipping 101 With Tarek El Moussa.

3.00 The Block. 4.00 Mountain Life. 4.30 Rustic Renovation. 5.00 Flip Or Flop. 6.00 House Hunters International. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Hidden Potential. 8.30 Island Life. 9.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. 10.30 Pool Kings. 11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53) 6am Headline News. 8.30

Noon Basics To Brilliance. 12.30 Food Fight Club.

1.30 Food Lover’s Guide. 2.00 Cook’s Pantry. 2.30 Mexican Table. 3.00 Chefs’ Line. 3.30 Indian Food Made Easy. 4.00 Martha Bakes. 4.30 Donna Hay: Basics To Brilliance. 5.00 Mary’s Kitchen Crush.

5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Food Fight Club.

7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 River Cottage Australia.

8.30 Rick Stein’s India. 9.35 Mystery Diners. 10.00 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 10.30 Cook And The Chef. 11.00 Late Programs.

All The Things. 7.00 Property Ladder UK. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Bright Futures. 2.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 3.30 Crash Investigation Unit. 4.00 MOVIE: M*A*S*H: Goodbye, Farewell And Amen. (1983) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Mysteries Of The Abandoned. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 Selling Houses Australia. 10.30 Property Ladder. 11.45 Late Programs.

Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 The Friday Showdown.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 5.30 The Serve. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 Kenny On Media. 8.30 The McGregor Angle. 9.00 Hardgrave. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

Please Note: Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the Networks.

SATURDAY, May 29 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

10.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 1.20 David Stratton’s Stories Of Australian Cinema. (Madnsv, R) 2.20 Love On The Spectrum. (PG, R) 3.30 Brush With Fame.

(PG, R) 4.00 Ask The Doctor. (Final, R) 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Soccer. A-League. Round 23.

Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Giro d’Italia.

Stage 19. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Round 1. 3.05 Cycling. UCI Europe Tour.

Tour of Hungary. H’lights. 4.05 The Great Pyramid Race. 4.35 True Evil: The Making Of A Nazi. (PGa, R) 5.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Giro d’Italia. Stage 19. Abbiategrasso to Alpe di Mera. H’lights.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Sporting Chance Cancer Foundation Day, Derby Day and Caulfield Race Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5.

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

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Ready 4 Adventure. 12.30 Animal Embassy.

(R) 1.00 Reel Destinations. 1.30 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGl, R) 3.00 Netball. Super Netball. Round 5.

Queensland Firebirds v Melbourne Vixens.

5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 WhichCar. (PG, R) 6.30 Ent. Tonight.

(PG, R) 7.00 Escape Fishing. (R) 7.30 The Offroad Adventure Show. (R) 8.30 All 4 Adventure. (PGl, R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 GCBC. (R) 12.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 Healthy Homes Aust. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 The Living Room. (R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 5.00 News.

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

7.30 The Durrells. (PGas, R) Louisa struggles to adapt to Larry moving out.

8.20 Sanditon. (Ma) Charlotte sets out to avoid Sidney, until a serious accident forces them together. Tom brings a new doctor to the town.

9.05 Wakefield. (Mls, R) Nik is relieved after applying for a new role at the ward, and his desire for Kareena evolves into an invitation.

10.10 MotherFatherSon. (MA15+dlns, R) A fractured family is pulled back together.

11.10 Miniseries: Dark Money. (Madl, R) 12.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Spain.

(PGw, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

9.25 MOVIE: Chef. (2014, Ml, R) A chef launches a food truck with his ex-wife. Jon Favreau, Sofía Vergara.

11.30 MOVIE: Birdman. (2014, MA15+l, R) 1.30 MOVIE: A United Kingdom. (2016, PGa, R) 3.30 Alex Polizzi: Chef For Hire. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature.

5.15 NHK World English News.

5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG) Teenagers get stuck in a lift they’re defacing with graffiti. A fiery crash makes heroes out of bystanders.

7.30 MOVIE: Captain America: The First Avenger. (2011, Mv, R) During World War II, a young man volunteers for a top-secret research project which turns him into a superhero. Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell.

10.00 MOVIE: Wind River.

(2017, MA15+asv) An animal tracker finds a body. Jeremy Renner, Elizabeth Olsen.

12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Winton SuperSprint. Highlights.

1.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 David Attenborough’s A Perfect Planet: Volcano. (Premiere, PG) An examination of the impact of volcanoes.

8.40 MOVIE: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. (2018, Mv, R) Two former staff of the Jurassic World theme park try to rescue dinosaurs from a volcanic eruption. Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard.

11.10 MOVIE: Get Out. (2017, MA15+lv, R) 1.05 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact. (PG, R)

6.00 Advancing Australia.

Presented by Guy Pearce.

6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGa, R) Will and Mario investigate a body sighting.

7.00 The Dog House. (PG) Dogs are matched with companions.

8.00 MOVIE: A Quiet Place. (2018) A family struggles to survive in a post-apocalyptic world where humans are hunted by monsters. John Krasinski, Emily Blunt.

10.00 999: What’s Your Emergency? (MA15+l, R) Police deal with a troublesome family.

11.00 NCIS. (M, R) 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 The Set. 8.30 Unprotected Sets. 9.30 Black Mirror. 10.20 Sammy J. 10.25 Live From The BBC. 11.15 Insert Name Here. 11.45 The Moaning Of Life. 12.30am The Stand Up Sketch Show. 12.55 To Be Advised. 1.25 John Mulaney: New In Town. 2.10 Would I Lie To You? 2.40 Escape From The City.

3.40 News Update. 3.45 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Basketball. WNBA. Chicago Sky v Los Angeles Sparks. Noon MOVIE: The Deep.

(2012, M) 1.40 Suspect Moustache. 2.10 New Girl.

4.00 WorldWatch. 5.30 Basketball. NBL. Phoenix v Taipans. 7.30 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 7.40 World’s Greatest Hotels. 8.30 The X-Files. 9.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Verbania to Alpe Motta. 1.35am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 9.15 Travel Oz. 10.00 Insider Trading. 11.00 Bargain Hunt. Noon The Great Australian Doorstep. 12.30 Weekender. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 Property Ladder. 4.15 Property Ladder UK. 5.30 Charlie Luxton’s Homes By The Sea. 6.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Avengers. Noon The Baron. 1.00 MOVIE: Saturday Island. (1952, PG) 3.00 MOVIE: A Hole In The Head. (1959) 5.30 MOVIE: Foreign Intrigue.

(1956, PG) 7.30 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Trans Tasman. Round 3. Queensland Reds v Chiefs. 9.45 Super Rugby Trans Tasman: Post Match. 10.00 MOVIE: The Spy Who Loved Me. (1977, M) 12.35am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 10.00 Diagnosis Murder. Noon JAG. 2.00 The Doctors. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder.

4.00 Bondi Rescue. 4.30 iFish. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 Scorpion. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (Final) 10.20 To Be Advised. 11.20 Hawaii Five-0. 1.10am MOVIE: Forced Vengeance. (1982, MA15+) 3.35 Escape Fishing With ET. 4.05 The Doctors. 5.00 Home Shopping.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

3.35pm Voltron: Legendary Defender. 4.00 The Dengineers. 4.35 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 The Wonderful World Of Kittens. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots. 8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 8.20 Sadie Sparks. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 9.25 Cleopatra In Space. 9.50 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.00 Leave No Trace. (2018, PG) 9.00 Death Defying Acts. (2007, PG) 10.45 The Little Witch. (2018, PG, German) 12.40pm Polina. (2016, PG, French) 2.40 A Matter Of Life And Death. (1946, PG) 4.40 Wildwitch. (2018, PG, Danish) 6.35 A Street Cat Named Bob. (2016, PG) 8.30 Eurovision Song Contest: The Story Of Fire Saga. (2020, M) 10.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 Step Outside. 10.30 Fish’n With Mates. 11.00 Roll With It. 11.30 Life Off Road. Noon Bull Riding.

PBR Australia. Replay. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Storage Wars. 2.00 Football.

AFL. Round 11. Brisbane Lions v GWS Giants. 5.00 Picked Off. 6.00 American Restoration. 7.00 AFL Pre-Game. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 11. Gold Coast Suns v Hawthorn. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.30pm Social Fabric. 2.00 Road Trick. 2.30 The Break Boys. 3.00 Children’s Programs. 3.15 MOVIE: Pokémon: The Rise Of Darkrai. (2007) 5.05 MOVIE: The Adventures Of Sharkboy And Lavagirl. (2005) 7.00 MOVIE: The Mummy Returns. (2001, PG) 9.35 MOVIE: The Mummy: Tomb Of The Dragon Emperor. (2008, M) 11.50 Japandemonium.

12.20am The Bi Life. 1.20 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Sabrina, The Teenage Witch. 7.00 Posh Frock Shop. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 The Dog House. 11.00 MasterChef Australia. 2.50pm Frasier.

3.40 Friends. 6.00 Columbo. 7.30 Kojak. 8.25 Spyforce. 9.20 The Big Bang Theory. 9.45 Friends.

10.45 MOVIE: Cockneys Vs Zombies. (2012, MA15+) 12.30am Home Shopping. 1.30 Charmed. 2.30 Supernatural. 3.30 100% Hotter. 4.30 Shopping.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News. 3.30 The Breakfast Couch. 4.00 ABC News. 4.30 Q+A Highlights. 5.00 ABC News. 5.05 Planet America. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Australian Story. 7.00 ABC National News. 7.30 Stan Grant’s One Plus One. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.10 Four Corners. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Back Roads. (Final) 10.00 ABC News Weekend. 10.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 1pm The Big Family Cooking Showdown.

3.15 Nadia’s Family Feasts. 4.10 Secret Meat Business. 4.35 Cook And The Chef. 5.05 Pacific Island Food Revolution. 6.00 Adam Liaw’s Road Trip For Good. 6.30 Heston’s Feasts. 7.30 Jamie’s American Road Trip. 8.30 Ainsley’s Australian Market Menu. 9.30 The Hairy Bikers’ Northern Exposure. 10.40 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.40 Heart Coming Home. 12.40pm Bamay. 12.55 Rugby Union. South Australia League. 2.25 Rugby Union.

WA Premier Grade. 3.55 The 77 Percent. 4.25 Indian Country Today. 4.55 APTN National News. 5.25 Te Ao With Moana. 5.55 NITV News: Nula. 6.25 Going Places. 6.55 Yokayi Footy. 7.30 NITV News Update.

7.40 Croker Island Exodus. 8.55 Dhakiyarr Vs The King. 9.55 Takeover. 11.25 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs.

10.30 Fixer Upper. 11.30 Postcards. Noon Rustic Renovation. 12.30 Getaway. 1.00 House Hunters Int. 1.30 Flip Or Flop. 2.30 Island Life. 3.30 Pool Kings. 4.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. 5.30 Hidden Potential. 6.30 Our Yorkshire Farm. 7.30 Making It Home With Kortney And Dave. 8.30 House Hunters. 9.30 House Hunters International. 10.30 House Hunters Reno. 11.30 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Gameday Live.

9.00 News. 10.00 News. 11.00 News. Noon News.

12.30 News. 1.00 News. 1.30 News. 2.00 News.

2.30 Fox Sports News. 3.00 Fox Sports News. 3.30 Fox Sports News. 4.00 Fox Sports News. 5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Fox Sports News. 7.00 Bernardi.

8.00 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News.

10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, May 30 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 3.30 Restoration Australia.

(PG, R) 4.30 Back Roads. (Final, R) 5.00 Art Works. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 8.00 SBS News Flood Special. 8.30 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX C’ship. Round 3.

3.30 Cycling. National Road Series. Grafton to Inverell. H’lights. 4.00 Eva Braun: Hitler’s Wife. (PGav, R) 5.00 SBS News Flood Special.

(R) 5.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia.

H’lights.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Kochie’s Your Money & Your Life. 1.30 To Be Advised.

3.00 Dog Patrol. (PG, R) 3.30 Border Patrol. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 1.00 Netball. Super Netball.

Round 5. Adelaide Thunderbirds v Sunshine Coast Lightning.

3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 12.

Newcastle Knights v Manly Sea Eagles.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Pooches At Play. (R) 8.30 Freshly Picked. (R) 9.00 Australia By Design: Architecture. (R) 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 Advancing Australia. (R) 12.30 Left Off The Map. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 GCBC. (R) 2.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 3.10 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.30 Hotels By Design. (PG, R) 4.00 Fishing Aust.

(R) 4.30 Taste Of Australia. 5.00 News.

6.30 Compass. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.

8.30 Wakefield. (MA15+l) In the lead-up to the wedding of Nik’s sister, a significant detail from his traumatic past comes to light.

9.30 Smother. (Mal) Val confronts Rory.

10.20 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) 11.10 Glitch. (Mlv, R) 12.05 Miniseries: Dark Money. (Madl, R) 1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Miriam’s Big American Adventure. (PG, R) 4.10 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) 4.55 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Henry VIII And The King’s Men: The Unexpected King. (Premiere, PG) 10.30 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Lochs. (PG, R) 11.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Critérium du Dauphiné. Stage 1.

1.00 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mls, R) 2.50 Alex Polizzi: Chef For Hire. (R) 4.00 VICE Guide To Film. (Malv, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature.

5.15 NHK World English News.

5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 7NEWS Spotlight: Ride Of Your Life.

8.15 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Mav) 9.30 The Real Manhunter: The Murder Of Christopher Donovan.

(Madv) Hosted by Colin Sutton.

10.30 Criminal Confessions. (Madlv) 11.30 The Blacklist. (Mv) 12.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Winton SuperSprint. Highlights.

1.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGln) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

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

10.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (Mav) Detective Elliot Stabler returns to the NYPD. 11.10 Tennis. French Open. Day 1.

4.00 The Xtreme CollXtion. (PG, R) 4.30 Reel Destinations. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project.

A look at the day’s news.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Amateur cooks compete to impress judges Andy Allen, Melissa Leong and Jock Zonfrillo.

9.00 FBI: Most Wanted. (Final) The team heads to Tennessee to track down an undercover DEA agent who appears to have turned dirty.

10.00 FBI. (Mdv, R) A husband and father is kidnapped after accidentally getting involved in illegal dealings.

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

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Compass. 8.30 Louis Theroux: Shooting Joe Exotic. 9.15 Love On The Spectrum.

10.10 Catalyst. 11.05 Tate Britain’s Great British Walks. 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. 12.25am Black Mirror. 1.15 Restoration Australia. 2.15 News Update.

2.20 Close. 5.00 Rainbow Chicks. 5.05 Timmy Time. 5.20 Pocoyo. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon The Goddam Election! With John Safran.

1.00 New Girl. 2.30 WorldWatch. 3.00 Basketball.

NBL. Illawarra Hawks v Adelaide 36ers. 5.00 Basketball. NBL. NZ Breakers v Brisbane Bullets.

7.00 Monty Python. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering.

8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 9.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 21.

Senago to Milano. 2am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 To Be Advised. 9.30 Life Off Road. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 The Surgery Ship. Noon Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 1.00 The Zoo. 1.30 Our Town.

2.00 The Bowls Show. 3.00 My Greek Odyssey.

4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 8.30 Air Crash Investigation.

11.30 Border Patrol. Midnight Australia’s Deadliest.

12.30 The Fine Art Auction. 3.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 The AFL Sunday Footy Show. Noon Getaway. 12.30 MOVIE: Devil Girl From Mars. (1954, PG) 2.05 MOVIE: Kings Of The Sun. (1963, PG) 4.15 MOVIE: Donovan’s Reef. (1963, PG) 6.30 French Open Tennis PreShow. 7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 1. 11.10 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 Bondi Rescue. 8.30 ST: Voyager.

10.30 Escape Fishing. 11.00 Scorpion. 1pm The Doctors. 2.00 Diagnosis Murder. 3.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 4.00 Pooches At Play. 4.30 What’s Up Down Under. 5.00 iFish Summer. 5.30 Advancing Australia. 6.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue.

7.30 NCIS. 9.30 Motorcycle Racing. MotoGP. Grand Prix of Italy. 11.15 Late Programs.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

3.05pm Top Chef Jr. 4.00 The Dengineers. 4.35 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 The Wonderful World Of Kittens. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots. 8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 9.25 Lost In Oz. 9.50 Rage. 10.50 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 8.50 Wildwitch. (2018, PG, Danish) 10.45 Journey To The West: The Demons Strike Back. (2017, PG, Mandarin) 12.45pm A Street Cat Named Bob. (2016, PG) 2.40 A Monster Calls. (2016, PG) 4.40 The Little Witch. (2018, PG, German) 6.35 The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 8.30 Frozen River. (2008, M) 10.20 Mulan. (2009, M, Mandarin) 12.25am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Oz Fish TV. 11.30 River To Reef: Retro. Noon The Fishing Show. 1.00 Fish’n With Mates. 1.30 On Tour With Allan Border. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing.

2.30 Step Outside. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 11.

Sydney v Carlton. 6.00 American Restoration. 6.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Four. (2015, PG) 8.35 MOVIE: Men In Black: International. (2019, M) 10.55 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.30pm The Break Boys. 2.00 Dance Moms. 3.00 MOVIE: Take The Lead. (2006, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: The Spy Next Door. (2010, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Jupiter Ascending. (2015, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Underworld.

(2003, MA15+) 12.30am The Bi Life. 1.30 Dance Moms. 2.30 The Break Boys. 3.00 Power Rangers Dino Super. 3.30 Thunderbirds. 4.30 Pokémon The Series: Sun & Moon. 4.50 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Sabrina, The Teenage Witch. 7.00 The Neighborhood. 8.00 Neighbours.

10.30 MasterChef Australia. 12.50pm 100% Hotter.

1.50 The Neighborhood. 2.50 Friends. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Friends. 10.00 2 Broke Girls.

11.30 Mom. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Posh Frock Shop. 2.30 Charmed. 3.30 A Million Little Things. 4.30 Home Shopping.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 1pm ABC News. 1.30 Back Roads. 2.00 ABC News. 2.30 Aust Story. 3.00 ABC News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline. 5.00 News. 5.30 World This Week. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. 7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Drum Beat. 8.00 Insiders. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Australian Story. 10.00 ABC News Weekend. 10.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 The Hairy Bikers’ Northern Exposure. 12.40pm Nadia’s Family Feasts.

1.35 Secret Meat Business. 2.00 The Cook Up. 4.30 Cook And The Chef. 5.30 Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted. 6.30 Australia’s Food Bowl. 7.00 Cook Like An Italian. 7.30 Made In Britain. 8.30 Rick Stein’s Long Weekends. 9.40 Amazing Wedding Cakes. 10.35 Coastal Kitchen. 11.05 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.45 Football. AFL. Heartland Footy. Murray League.

1.30pm Rugby League. NRL NT. 3.00 Ice Hockey.

SA Premier League. 4.30 Football. NT Women’s Premier League. 6.00 NITV News: Nula. 6.30 Behind The Brush. 7.20 NITV News Update. 7.30 Australia In Colour. 8.30 Wik Vs Queensland. 10.00 Island Paradise: Living In The Torres Straits. 11.00 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Boise Boys. Noon House Hunters Reno. 1.00 Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation. 2.00 Rustic Renovation. 2.30 Our Yorkshire Farm. 3.30 Fixer Upper. 4.30 Making It Home With Kortney And Dave. 5.30 House Hunters. 6.30 House Hunters Int. 7.30 Good Bones. 8.30 Flipping Across America.

9.30 My Lottery Dream Home. 10.30 Flip Or Flop.

11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Sunday Agenda.

9.00 Outsiders. 10.00 Outsiders. 11.00 Business Weekend. Noon News. 1.00 News. 1.30 News.

2.00 News. 2.30 Fox Sports News. 3.00 Fox Sports News. 3.30 Fox Sports News. 4.00 Fox Sports News. 5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Sharri. 7.00 Chris Smith Tonight. 8.00 In My View. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Outsiders. 11.00 Late Programs.

MONDAY, May 31 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Durrells. (PGas, R) 1.50 Agatha Raisin. (Final, Mv, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Think Tank. (PG, R) 4.55 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

8.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Michael Portillo’s Abandoned Britain. (PGa, R) 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia.

H’lights. 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

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

12.00 MOVIE: Maid Of Honor. (2006, Mv, R) 2.00 Autopsy USA. (Mads, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Ellen DeGeneres. (PG, R) 1.00 Explore. (R) 1.15 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGln, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGadl) 1.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 2.30 Entertainment Tonight.

3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Baby Surgeons. (Ma) 10.20 ABC Late News.

10.55 Love On The Spectrum. (PG, R) 11.50 MotherFatherSon. (MA15+dlns, R) 12.50 No Offence. (Malv, R) 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Ice Wars. (MA15+ad, R) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

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

7.35 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PGav, R) 8.30 Secret Scotland. (PG) 9.25 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) 10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Darklands. (MA15+lv) 11.45 Agatha Christie’s Criminal Games. (Mav, R) 1.30 Years And Years. (Mals, R) 2.35 Alex Polizzi: Chef For Hire. (R) 3.45 24 Hours In Emergency. (Malw, R) 4.45 The Diver. (MA15+a) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 PRIME7 News.

6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Big Brother. (PGal) Twelve housemates are locked up together under 24/7 surveillance.

9.00 9-1-1. (M) The members of the 118 make calls to save a bride at a disastrous wedding. Athena uncovers a secret.

10.00 S.W.A.T. (Mv) Criminals steal a mass arsenal of assault rifles.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Station 19. (Ma) 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGl) Advisor Janine Allis puts up $20,000 for the team that best launches a new Boost Juice flavour.

9.00 Emergency. (Ma) In Royal Melbourne Emergency, a teen jockey has been crushed under a horse, fracturing her pelvis.

10.00 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news.

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

11.30 Tennis. French Open. Day 2.

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Amateur cooks try to impress the judges.

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

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.00 Just For Laughs. (Mls, R) Hosted by Tommy Little.

10.30 The Project. (R) 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 David Attenborough’s Natural History Museum Alive. 9.35 Doctor Who. 10.25 Back In Time For Dinner. (Final) 11.25 The Set. Midnight Escape From The City. 12.55 Extras.

1.25 Parks And Recreation. 1.50 30 Rock. 2.10 Peep Show. 3.05 Back In Very Small Business. 3.35 News Update. 3.40 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am Basketball.

EuroLeague. C’ship Game. Continued. 7.00 WorldWatch. Noon The X-Files. 1.40 The Last Man On Earth. 3.00 Curse Of Oak Island. 3.45 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 3.55 WorldWatch. 4.20 This Week. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street.

6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 6.30 All The Things. 7.00 Property Ladder UK. 9.30 NBC Today.

10.30 Kochie’s Your Money & Your Life. 11.00 The Bowls Show. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 My Greek Odyssey. 3.00 Australia’s Deadliest. 3.30 Air Crash Investigation.

4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Judge John Deed. 10.30 Autopsy USA. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Danoz Direct. 10.30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The Gulf. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Tender Mercies. (1983, PG) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 2. 11.30 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. Noon Walker, Texas Ranger. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue.

7.30 NCIS. 10.20 To Be Advised. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 Motorcycle Racing. MotoGP. Race 6.

Grand Prix of Italy. Replay. 3.40 Escape Fishing With ET. 4.10 Elementary. 5.05 Star Trek: Voyager.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

4pm The Dengineers. 4.35 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Deadly Pole To Pole. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots.

8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 8.20 Sadie Sparks. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 9.25 Lost In Oz. 9.50 Rage. 10.50 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 8.10 The Falcons. (2018, PG, Icelandic) 10.05 A Matter Of Life And Death. (1946, PG) 12.05pm Mulan. (2009, M, Mandarin) 2.10 Wildwitch. (2018, PG, Danish) 4.05 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 5.45 Mr. Holmes.

(2015, PG) 7.40 Dede. (2017, M, Georgian) 9.30 Above The Law. (2017, MA15+, French) 11.05 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

2pm American Restoration. 2.30 Graveyard Carz.

3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship.

Round 5. Winton SuperSprint. Highlights. 4.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5.

Winton SuperSprint. Highlights. 5.30 Storage Wars.

6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Pickers. 8.30 MOVIE: Heartbreak Ridge.

(1986, M) 11.15 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Xtreme Collxtion. Noon Parenthood. 1.00 Timeless. 2.00 Sliders. 3.00 Liquid Science. 4.00 Police Interceptors. (Premiere) 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 MOVIE: Death Race. (2008, MA15+) 10.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 11.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. Midnight The Bi Life. 1.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Neighborhood.

7.00 Friends. 8.00 Sabrina, The Teenage Witch.

10.00 Cheers. 11.00 Friends. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Charmed. 2.00 The Big Bang Theory. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond.

4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Seinfeld. 11.00 The Conners.

Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 Q+A Highlights. 1.00 ABC Late News. 1.30 7.30. 2.00 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Food Lover’s Guide. 2.00 Cook’s Pantry. 2.30 Mexican Table. 3.00 Chefs’ Line.

3.30 Indian Food Made Easy. 4.00 Martha Bakes.

4.30 My Swedish Kitchen. 5.00 Mary’s Kitchen Crush. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Food Fight Club. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Nigella: The Cook Who Made Me. 8.35 Hairy Bikers’ Route 66. 9.35 Mystery Diners. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

1.30pm Behind The Brush. 2.30 Bamay. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Bino And Fino. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 The Storyteller. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 On Country Kitchen. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.15 Nyoongar Footy Magic. 7.20 News. 7.30 Australia In Colour.

8.30 Living Black. 9.00 Vote Yes For Aborigines.

10.00 News. 10.10 Coniston. 11.10 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 Flip Or Flop. 11.00 Postcards. 11.30 Mountain Life. Noon Good Bones. 1.00 My Lottery Dream Home. 2.00 Flipping Across America. 3.00 The Block. 4.00 Mountain Life. 4.30 Rustic Renovation.

5.00 Good Bones. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 8.30 Fixer Upper: A Restaurant Renovation. 9.30 Bargain Mansions. 10.30 Who’s Lived In My House. 11.30 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am Headline News. 8.30 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 AM Agenda.

11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 WIN News. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live. 5.00 News. 5.30 The Serve.

6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight.

8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 AFL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, June 1 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow.

(R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Sanditon.

(Ma, R) 2.00 Parliament.

3.15 ABC News Afternoons.

4.00 Think Tank. (PG, R) 5.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24.

12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PG, R) 2.10 How The Victorians Built Britain. (R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.05 The Great House Revival. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy!

(PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

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

12.00 MOVIE: New York Prison Break: The Seduction Of Joyce Mitchell. (2017, Msv, R) 2.00 Autopsy USA. (Mad, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGl, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGadl) 1.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG) 8.30 Love On The Spectrum. (PG) Teo is keen to see what dating a girl would be like.

9.25 Louis Theroux: Shooting Joe Exotic. (MA15+l, R) 10.10 China Tonight. (R) 10.40 ABC Late News.

11.15 Q+A. (R) 12.20 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Ml, R) 1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Ice Wars. (Madl, R) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

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

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 8.30 Insight.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 The Feed.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 The Point. (R) 12.00 Taken Down. (MA15+ads) 1.00 Blinded. (Mdlsv, R) 2.45 Alex Polizzi: Chef For Hire. (R) 3.55 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 PRIME7 News.

6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Big Brother. (PGal) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

9.00 The Good Doctor. (M) The St Bonaventure team travels to Guatemala on a surgical mission to help patients at a rural hospital.

10.00 The Resident. (Mam) Conrad and Nic welcome a baby girl.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Station 19. (Ma) 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Celebrity Apprentice Australia.

(PGl) The celebrities turn trash into treasure.

9.00 The Weakest Link. (PG) Quiz show featuring eight contestants who answer general knowledge questions, with the “weakest link” voted out by their peers after each round. Hosted by Magda Szubanski.

10.00 Kath & Kim. (PGls, R) Kath plans a big party for Kel’s 50th birthday, a milestone that has Kel suffering a mid-life crisis.

11.10 Nine News Late.

11.40 Tennis. French Open. Day 3.

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 MasterChef Australia.

8.40 How To Stay Married. (PGals) Greg and Em continue to struggle through the day-to-day problems of school, work and family life.

9.10 NCIS. When members of an NCIS training team are killed during an explosion, NCIS Special Agent Jessica Knight helps crack the case.

11.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.00 The Project.

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.50 Back. (Final) 9.20 Doctor Who. 10.10 Extras. (Final) 10.40 The Games. 11.05 Would I Lie To You? 11.35 Live From The BBC. (Final) 12.25am Unprotected Sets. 1.20 Parks And Recreation. 1.40 30 Rock. 2.05 Peep Show. 2.55 Back In Very Small Business. 3.25 News Update. 3.30 Close. 5.00 Rainbow Chicks. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon The X-Files. 1.40 The Last Man On Earth.

3.00 Curse Of Oak Island. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Patriot Brains. 9.20 Creamerie.

10.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Criterium du Dauphiné. Stage 3. Langeac to Saint-Haon-le-Vieux.

12.20am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping.

6.30 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. 7.00 Property Ladder UK. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Cold Feet. 2.00 The Windsors.

2.30 Sydney Weekender. 3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 Air Crash Investigation. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. 8.30 Inspector George Gently. 10.30 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Tennis. French Open.

Day 2. Continued. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Danoz. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The Gulf. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives.

1.55 The Young And The Restless. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Spring In Park Lane. (1948) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show. 7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 3. 11.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. Noon Walker, Texas Ranger. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

2.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder.

5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Blue Bloods. 10.25 NCIS: New Orleans. 11.20 To Be Advised. 12.15am Shopping. 2.15 MOVIE: Forced Vengeance. (1982, MA15+) 4.10 Late Programs.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

4pm The Dengineers. 4.35 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Deadly Pole To Pole. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots.

8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 8.20 Sadie Sparks. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 9.25 Lost In Oz. 9.50 Rage. 10.50 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Mr. Holmes.

Continued. (2015, PG) 6.35 Hacker. (2019, PG, Danish) 8.20 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 10.00 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) Noon Dede. (2017, M, Georgian) 1.50 The Falcons.

(2018, PG, Icelandic) 3.45 Ragnarok. (2013, PG, Norwegian) 5.35 Chalet Girl. (2011, PG) 7.30 In Your Hands. (2018, M, French) 9.35 The Immortal. (2019, MA15+, Italian) 11.45 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 Swamp People. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Ax Men. 1.00 Carter’s W.A.R. 2.00 Heavy Rescue: 401. 3.00 Swamp People.

4.00 Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell.

5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 MegaTruckers. 10.30 Supertruckers.

11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Xtreme Collxtion. Noon Parenthood. 1.00 Timeless. 2.00 Sliders. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show.

7.30 MOVIE: The Core. (2003, M) 10.10 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Cheers.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker.

10.00 Frasier. 11.00 Friends. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 2 Broke Girls. 1.30 Seinfeld.

3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker.

5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom. 11.35 Frasier. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Raymond.

2.00 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 1.40pm Capital Hill. 2.00 Parliament.

3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 China Tonight. (Premiere) 8.30 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30.

10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30 Mexican Table. 3.00 Chefs’ Line.

3.30 Indian Food Made Easy. 4.00 Martha Bakes.

4.30 My Swedish Kitchen. 5.00 Mary’s Kitchen Crush. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Food Fight Club. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Food Safari. 8.00 David Rocco’s Dolce South East Asia. 8.30 Rick Stein’s Seafood Odyssey. 9.00 Red Chef Revival.

9.30 Mystery Diners. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Coniston. 2.00 The Other Side. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 Bushwhacked! 3.55 Bino And Fino. 4.00 Musomagic. 4.30 The Storyteller. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 On Country Kitchen. 6.30 Jackie Robinson. 7.30 The Point. 8.30 Fair Game. 9.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 18. South East Melbourne Phoenix v Cairns Taipans. Replay. 11.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs.

11.30 House Hunters. 12.30pm Who’s Lived In My House. 1.30 Fixer Upper: A Restaurant Renovation.

2.30 The Block. 4.00 Mountain Life. 4.30 Rustic Renovation. 5.00 Bargain Mansions. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. 8.30 Restoration Man. 9.30 Building Off The Grid. 10.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. 11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live.

3.15 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 AFL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

WEDNESDAY, June 2 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 11.00 Can We Save The Reef? (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons.

4.00 Think Tank. (PG, R) 4.55 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.40 French News. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Dateline. (R) 2.35 Insight.

(R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.05 The Great House Revival. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

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

12.00 MOVIE: Midwives. (2001, Ma, R) 2.00 Autopsy USA: George Harrison. (Mdv, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Driving Test. (PGl, R) 1.30 Celebrity Apprentice Australia. (PGl, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10.

(PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Ma) 1.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 9.00 You Can’t Ask That. (MA15+s) 9.35 QI. (PGls) 10.05 The Set. (R) 10.35 ABC Late News.

11.10 Four Corners. (R) 11.55 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.10 Baby Surgeons. (Ma, R) 1.00 No Offence. (Mal, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Ice Wars. (Mal, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

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

7.35 Britain’s Cathedrals With Tony Robinson. (PGav, R) 8.30 The Secrets Of Coca-Cola: The Billion Dollar Beverage. (PGad, R) 9.40 Bloodlands. (M) 10.45 SBS World News Late.

11.15 Stella Blomkvist. (MA15+asv) 12.10 Blood. (Malv) 2.50 Alex Polizzi: The Fixer. (PG, R) 3.55 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mas, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 PRIME7 News.

6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Big Brother. (PGal) Hell Week reaches it dramatic conclusion with a terrifying challenge.

9.00 MOVIE: The Hangover Part III. (2013, MA15+ln, R) The Wolfpack find themselves faced with the consequences of Doug’s bachelor party, four years earlier.

Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms.

11.05 The Latest: Seven News.

11.35 Reckoning. (MA15+av) 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGlsv) Takes a look at the Mexico City.

8.30 Doctor Doctor. (PGal) Penny must decide between her loyalty to the hospital and her feelings for Hugh.

9.30 New Amsterdam. (Mamv) A doctor shakes up the status quo on his first day as medical director of one the oldest public hospitals in the US. 10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 4.

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Amateur cooks compete to impress judges Andy Allen, Melissa Leong and Jock Zonfrillo.

8.40 Bull. (Mv, R) Bull defends a medical student who claims he was forced to murder his brother to prevent him from killing a judge as part of a plan by his family to cause a mistrial in the case of their crime boss father.

10.30 The Project. (R) 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Art Works.

9.00 Tate Britain’s Great British Walks. 9.45 The Art Of Collecting. (Premiere) 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.05 Restoration Australia. (Final) 12.05am Louis Theroux: Shooting Joe Exotic. 12.50 Parks And Recreation. 1.10 30 Rock. 1.35 Peep Show. 2.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon The X-Files. 1.40 The Last Man On Earth.

3.00 Curse Of Oak Island. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.35 MOVIE: Source Code. (2011, M) 10.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Criterium du Dauphiné. Stage 4. Firminy to Roche-la-Molière.

12.20am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. 7.00 Property Ladder UK. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence.

2.00 Our Town. 2.30 Kochie’s Your Money & Your Life. 3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 Mighty Cruise Ships. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Coroner. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost.

10.50 Mighty Rivers. 11.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Tennis. French Open.

Day 3. Continued. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The Gulf. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Happy Go Lovely. (1951) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 4. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. Noon Walker, Texas Ranger. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 NCIS. 12.10am Home Shopping.

2.10 48 Hours. 3.10 Star Trek: Enterprise. 4.05 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 Walker, Texas Ranger.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

4pm The Dengineers. 4.30 The Inbestigators. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Deadly Pole To Pole. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots. 8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 8.20 Sadie Sparks. 8.45 The Bagel And Becky Show. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk.

9.30 Lost In Oz. 9.50 Rage. 10.55 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Belle And Sebastian 3. Continued. (2017, PG, French) 6.55 Ragnarok. (2013, PG, Norwegian) 8.45 Mr. Holmes.

(2015, PG) 10.40 Chalet Girl. (2011, PG) 12.35pm In Your Hands. (2018, M, French) 2.40 Kiwi Flyer.

(2012, PG) 4.15 From Up On Poppy Hill. (2011, PG) 5.55 Hacker. (2019, PG, Danish) 7.40 Wajib.

(2017, M, Arabic) 9.30 Burning. (2018, M, Korean) 12.10am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 Swamp People. 10.00 NFL 100 Greatest.

11.00 A Football Life. Noon Ax Men. 1.00 Storage Wars Canada. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Classic Restos: USA. 3.30 Blokesworld. 4.00 Fish’n With Mates.

4.30 Highway Thru Hell. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The Simpsons. 9.00 Family Guy. 9.30 American Dad! 10.30 Family Guy. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Xtreme Collxtion. Noon Parenthood. 1.00 Timeless. 2.00 Sliders. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 8.30 MOVIE: xXx: Return Of Xander Cage. (2017, M) 10.35 All New Traffic Cops. 11.35 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Unicorn. 7.00 Sabrina, The Teenage Witch. 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Becker. 10.00 Frasier.

11.00 Friends. Noon WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Mom. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond.

4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.20 2 Broke Girls. 11.35 The Unicorn.

Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 12.30pm Press Club. 1.35 Capital Hill.

2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 One Plus One. 1.00 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30 Mexican Table. 3.00 Chefs’ Line.

3.30 Indian Food Made Easy. 4.00 Martha Bakes.

4.30 My Swedish Kitchen. 5.00 Mary’s Kitchen Crush. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Food Fight Club. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Gino’s Italian Coastal Escape. 8.00 Poh & Co. 8.30 Rick Stein’s Cornwall.

9.00 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Another Helping.

9.30 Mystery Diners. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

2pm Jackie Robinson. 3.00 Jarjums. 4.30 The Storyteller. 5.00 Fraggle Rock. 6.00 On Country Kitchen. 6.30 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.15 Nyoongar Footy Magic. 7.20 News.

7.30 Wellington Paranormal. 8.00 Yokayi Footy.

8.35 Over The Black Dot. 9.30 NITV News Update.

9.40 Rugby League. NRL. WA Premiership. Replay.

11.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs.

Noon Building Off The Grid. 1.00 Getaway. 1.30 Rustic Renovation. 2.00 Escape To The Chateau.

3.00 The Block. 4.00 Mountain Life. 4.30 Rustic Renovation. 5.00 Restoration Man. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 House In A Hurry. 8.30 Home Town. 9.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation. 10.30 Hawaii Life. 11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live.

3.15 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 AFL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, June 3 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 11.00 The Pool. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 1.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Think Tank. (PG, R) 5.00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24.

12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 How The Victorians Built Britain. (PG, R) 3.00 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.05 The Great House Revival. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

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

12.00 MOVIE: My Neighbor’s Keeper. (2007, Mv, R) 2.00 Idris Elba Meets Paul McCartney. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Doctor Doctor. (PGal, R) 2.00 Desperate Housewives. (Mas) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10.

(PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (Ma) 1.00 MasterChef Aust. (R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

6.55 Sammy J. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. (Return) 8.30 Q+A. 9.35 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Mal) 10.30 ABC Late News.

11.00 MOVIE: On A Clear Day. (2005, PG, R) 12.40 Louis Theroux: Shooting Joe Exotic. (MA15+l, R) 1.30 No Offence. (Malv, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.20 Sammy J. (PG, R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

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

7.35 Robson Green: Walking Hadrian’s Wall.

8.30 Miniseries: The Unusual Suspects. (M) 9.30 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+) 10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 The Sleepers. (MA15+av) 12.00 Dublin Murders. (Malsv, R) 2.15 Cruising With Jane McDonald. (R) 3.05 Alex Polizzi: The Fixer. (PG, R) 4.15 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+alsv, R) 4.45 Frances And Annie. (Ma, R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 PRIME7 News.

6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 8.30 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. (PGa) Cherry Healey shows a mother who has dedicated her life to her children how to care for herself.

9.30 How To Look Good Naked. (Man) Stylist Gok Wan transforms two sisters-in-law.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 The Front Bar. (M) 12.00 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. (PG, R) 1.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 13.

St George Illawarra Dragons v Brisbane Broncos. From Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Sydney.

9.45 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis of the St George Illawarra Dragons versus Brisbane Broncos.

10.30 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world.

11.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 5.

5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

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

7.30 MasterChef Australia. Amateur cooks compete to impress judges Andy Allen, Melissa Leong and Jock Zonfrillo.

9.00 Law & Order: SVU. Garland asks Benson to investigate an unusual domestic violence case when his neighbour is found injured.

10.00 Blue Bloods. (Mv) Eddie and her partner stop an active shooter.

11.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.30 Would I Lie To You? 9.00 To Be Advised. 9.30 Hard Quiz. 10.00 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.30 Doctor Who. 11.15 That Pacific Sports Show. 11.45 You Can’t Ask That. (Final) 12.15am David Attenborough’s Natural History Museum Alive. 1.20 Back. (Final) 1.45 Parks And Recreation. 2.10 30 Rock. 2.30 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon The X-Files. 1.40 The Last Man On Earth.

3.00 Huang’s World. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 NBL: Overtime. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Forged In Fire. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 9.20 Shrill. (Return) 10.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Criterium du Dauphiné. Stage 5. Saint-Chamond to Saint-Vallier. 12.20am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping.

6.30 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. 7.00 Property Ladder UK. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Creek To Coast.

3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 Mighty Rivers. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Tennis. French Open.

Day 4. Continued. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon The Gulf. (Final) 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow.

3.35 MOVIE: Manuela. (1957, PG) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 French Open Tennis Pre-Show.

7.00 Tennis. French Open. Day 5. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Motorcycle Racing. MotoGP. Race 6. Grand Prix of Italy. Replay. 9.30 Stories Of Bikes. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Star Trek: Enterprise. Noon Walker, Texas Ranger. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. 10.30 SEAL Team. 11.30 NCIS. 12.30am Shopping. 2.00 Late Programs.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

4pm The Dengineers. 4.30 The Inbestigators. 5.00 So Awkward. 5.25 Dogstar. 6.00 The Deep. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Deadly Pole To Pole. 7.35 The Adventures Of Puss In Boots. 8.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 8.20 Sadie Sparks. 8.45 The Bagel And Becky Show. 9.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk.

9.30 Lost In Oz. 9.50 Rage. 10.50 Close. 5.30am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Hacker.

Continued. (2019, PG, Danish) 6.10 Chalet Girl.

(2011, PG) 8.05 The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 10.10 Ragnarok. (2013, PG, Norwegian) Noon Burning. (2018, M, Korean) 2.40 Land Of The Bears.

(2014, French) 4.15 Kirikou And The Men And Women. (2012, PG, French) 5.55 Kiwi Flyer. (2012, PG) 7.30 Mississippi Grind. (2015, M) 9.30 Siberian Education. (2013, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 American Pickers. 9.00 Swamp People. 10.00 NFL 100 Greatest. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Ax Men. 1.00 Storage Wars Canada. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Fishing Addiction.

4.00 Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell.

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SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2.00 Cook’s Pantry. 2.30 Mexican Table.

3.00 Chefs’ Line. 3.30 Indian Food Made Easy.

4.00 Martha Bakes. 4.30 My Swedish Kitchen.

5.00 Mary’s Kitchen Crush. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Food Fight Club. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Australia’s Food Bowl. 8.00 Cook Like An Italian. 8.30 Mary Berry’s Absolute Favourites. 9.30 Mystery Diners. 10.00 Late Programs.

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

RURAL NEWS 39

100 students gather for regenerative agriculture residential YOU couldn’t help but feel hopeful about Australia’s farming future when Southern Cross University’s Regenerative Agriculture students from across the country converged on Northern Rivers farms recently for their field-based residentials.

Nearly 100 of the 150 students enrolled in the Faculty of Science and Engineering’s ‘Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture’ unit toured five farms over two days, accompanied by seven of Southern Cross University’s researchers and lecturers. The residential program gave the students a hands-on practical experience and an opportunity to meet local farmers in the Northern Rivers region running profitable enterprises, while supporting people and the environment.

Southern Cross University’s world-first degree, launched in 2020, has quickly become popular and highly-regarded for its dynamic and hands-on learning experience. Southern Cross University was ranked number 1 in Australia for Undergraduate Overall Experience in Agriculture,

according to the Good Universities Guide 2020/21.

Due to recent relaxation in COVID-19 restrictions, the residential was the first time regenerative agriculture students had met face to face. According to Southern Cross researcher and lecturer, Dr Cooper Schouten, the atmosphere when the students finally met was ‘electric’.

“These are a group of students who are committed to fundamentally improving the profitability, sustainability and resilience of agricultural production systems through their commitment to land stewardship and desire to learn skills that are based on best practice agricultural

research and development.

They are passionate about seeking solutions that go beyond sustainability, towards regenerative farming practises.

“The calibre of student engagement and the questions, some from third and fourth generation farmers, was extraordinary,” Dr Schouten said.

Currently, there are more than 270 Regenerative Agriculture students enrolled at Southern Cross University, including 42 Graduate Certificate students.

Dr Schouten said, “There were lots of laughs and thoughtful questions during the two-day field trip where we looked at a range of case

study farms, from best practice pasture management systems, to the Australian tea tree industry, figs, custard apples, beekeeping, organic vegetable production, agroforestry and more. This was a great opportunity to connect with likeminded peers, industry leaders, and researchers at Southern Cross University.”

The Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture unit explores agricultural concepts, including farming systems as part of the landscape in a geographic, climatic and human context.

A long history of agriculture is explored, including first nations agriculture, challenges of contemporary farming

are discussed, with a focus on sustainability challenges of feeding and clothing our growing population. The concepts of regenerative agriculture and complex socio-ecological phenomena are also introduced.

Regenerative Agriculture at Southern Cross University may be studied either as a Graduate Certificate or as a specialisation in the Bachelor of Science. Students can also design their degree by studying Regenerative Agriculture as a major in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, Bachelor of Social Science or the Bachelor of Psychological Science.

PERMACULTURE WORKSHOP FOR FARMERS AT DJANBUNG OUR FARMS Northern Rivers would like to invite you to attend a farmingfocused permaculture workshop on Saturday, June 5 from 9am to 12pm, run by Robyn Francis, permi-legend of the Northern Rivers.

This workshop will be held on Robyn’s property at Djanbung Gardens, on which permaculture practices have been implemented over the past 27 years.

Not only will you be able to witness how organic practices and permaculture design can transform farmland firsthand, you will learn about intercropping and biodiversity, working

with microclimates, water harvesting and management,

as well as how to make your property more resilient to

extreme weather (droughts, floods, bushfires, etc).

You will also enjoy a morning tea featuring garden-produced and home-made preserves accompanied by local Nimbin food specialities such as artisan sourdough breads, Nimbin Valley Dairy and Mountain Top Coffee.

Discounted rates for Northern Rivers Food members: $60 pp, which includes return transportation from the Byron Bay area to Djanbung Gardens in Nimbin.

Maximum capacity 12 people.

Book through - elisabeth. deschaseaux@gmail.com or 0423 602 341

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

40 RURAL NEWS

Stuffed dog shows true nature of feral pest

By Samantha Elley FERAL dogs are serious pests and a danger to the environment.

Who better to get that message across than a taxidermist who can provide a very strong visual of how a wild dog looks when it is attacking livestock and native animals.

Romana Daniels of Fox Hollow Taxidermy was commissioned by the Local Land Services to provide a life-sized example of a feral dog which was shown at Primex recently.

“People have this misconception that the Local Land Services are going around killing cute dogs that are wild,” Ms Daniels said.

“They are a pest and are destroying livestock.

“The worst is, you could forgive them if they were killing for food, but they are indiscriminate.

“They kill and just leave their victims there.”

Ms Daniels said the Local Land Services provided an actual dog they had killed and she worked on it by skinning and mounting it, to show people exactly what a real feral dog looks like.

As a mum of three children and in her 30s, you could be forgiven for thinking Ms Daniels doesn’t represent a stereotypical taxidermist, if there is one.

Her interest in taxidermy came about thanks to her horse Myorka.

“I got him when he was 2 years old, he is alive and 24 years old now, but I had the idea I wanted to get him taxidermied when he dies,” Ms Daniels said.

“I called up some places and to have him taxidermied at full life size was going to cost me about $10,000-$20,000.

“I thought to myself, surely for $20,000 I can go to

university and do it myself.

“There was only one course in Australia and it was in Western Australia, where they only work on crocodiles.

I looked overseas to America and it would have cost $11,000 after airfares and accommodation but by then I’d had my first son and I didn’t have the time or money.”

Ms Daniels started dabbling into her new interest by following Youtube channels and getting books on taxidermy.

“I bought some crappy skins and give it a go,” she said.

“The first thing I ever did was a red fox. It was so bad.

“I put it up on a Facebook group I had joined and one girl bought it from me.

“I bought more skins with the money she gave me and a friend of hers bought my next animal.”

Ms Daniels said it snowballed from there.

From there she made a Facebook page and continued to do the taximdermy as a hobby.

“I thought people can cover the costs as they buy from me, and I kept getting orders and I had people on commission.

“By this stage I had three kids and I thought I might be able to turn this into a fulltime job when the kids go to school.”

Ms Daniels is now in her second year of full-time work with commissions booked out until 2022.

At Primex Ms Daniels said she received a mixture of reactions, from the ‘ewwww’ factor to jokes about not needing to feed her stuffed companion.

“It was very confronting for a lot of people,” Ms Daniels said.

“We are trying to educate people that the dogs and foxes are actually a problem.

“Foxes are cute but they just

Romana Daniels of Fox Hollow Taxidermy with her stuffed feral dog commissioned by Local Land Services kill and there are 3.4 million feral foxes in Australia.

“They are an untapped resource where we could use them for coats and blankets which are recyclable and renewable.

“People say ‘why don’t you use fake fur’, well fake

fur is full of petrochemicals which don’t break down in the environment.”

Ms Daniels said there can be such a disconnect in society between people and their understanding of animals.

“I have had some people actually say to me, why don’t

I just buy meat from a store rather than killing an animal,” she said.

“Landcare are doing work on ferals that attack natives and taxidermy gives a true visual on how big they are.

“I currently have a feral cat in my freezer that is as big as a staffie.

“Any bird trying to get away from a feral cat that big has no chance.”

Ms Daniels believes that if something is going to die, why waste it.

“If you’ve got to control the pests, why wouldn’t you use the skin and mount it, give it a life after death,” she said.

Ms Daniels attends many festivals, including the largest, the Abbey Medieval Festival run by the Abbey Museum, held in Caboolture, Queensland.

“I take the skins and the medieval cloaks as the re-enacters use the furs. It is a good place to network,” said Ms Daniels.

Ms Daniels works out of her workshop at 3 West Street, Casino and has a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ foxhollowt/ and a website at www.foxhollowtaxidermy.com

FARMERS WELCOME BIODIVERSITY AND CARBON PROGRAM ESTABLISHING a platform to trade biodiversity and emissions abatement credits from revegetation is a good step from the Federal Government, says Farmers for Climate Action.

The program falls under the Agriculture Stewardship Package introduced last year and received some funding in the recent May

budget.

“We are encouraged

by Minister Littleproud’s growing commitment to net zero emissions and believe the program has real potential,” Fiona Davis, Farmers for Climate Action Interim CEO said.

“Building off the work pioneered by Queensland’s Land Restoration Fund,

the Australian Farm Biodiversity Certification Scheme recognises the important role farmers play in supporting Australia to meet its international climate commitments and protect ecosystems,” Charlie Prell, a sheep farmer from Crookwell NSW and Farmers for Climate Action chair said.

“Providing extra income for farmers to increase their biodiversity and capture carbon is a win-win for Aussie farmers and the environment. Farmers want to lead the transition to a net zero economy in Australia. Global markets are demanding this and many farmers have already been adapting

their practices for decades to adapt to and mitigate climate change.”

“We look forward to working with Minister Littleproud and the Agriculture department in supporting this important program to get off the ground and encouraging farmers to take part,” Mr Prell said.

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

RURAL NEWS 41

YOU AND YOUR LAND WORKSHOP THIS short workshop is a great way to dip your toe into the ideas of holistic land management and farm planning and what this method can help you achieve for yourself, your business and your land.

Morning tea will be provided at the event, which runs from 9.15am to 1.30pm.

Speakers will be Brian Wehlburg (pictured, left) from Inside Out Management Holistic Management and Martin Brook (pictured, right) from Brookfarm.

Inside Out Management Holistic Management was founded by Alan Savoury and is a decision-making framework that ensures our decisions are economically, environmentally and socially sound and enables you to develop a clear vision of the future you want. Brain

is an educator and farmer and a certified Holistic Management educator.

Hear about the journey from Martin and Pam who moved to the area and bought Brookfarm in 1988, the plans and ideas they had at the beginning and how they have changed over time.

The family now run two successful businesses - Brookfarm and Brookies distillery - as well as having regenerated the rundown ex-dairy to a thriving productive macadamia farm, with natural pest control and

a thriving rainforest along their creek.

Presented by Brunswick Valley Landcare and Byron Shire Council, this project is supported by Byron Shire Council through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program Smart Farms Small Grants.

The Your and Your Land workshop will be held in Mullumbimby on Thursday, June 10.

Cost is $10 per ticket and tickets are available from yourandyourland. eventbrite.com.au.

MeatUp forums encourage producers on-farm research BEEF, sheep and goat producers can hear the latest regionally relevant insights from research, development and adoption (RD&A) programs funded by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) at upcoming MeatUp forums.

MeatUp forums are scheduled for Broken Hill (23 June); Port Augusta (25 June); Perth (5 August); and Dubbo (2 September).

MLA general manager - Research, development and adoption, Michael Crowley, said each forum had been designed by producers for producers through the input of Regional producer working groups.

“MeatUp forums validate the value of implementing new practices and technology on-farm and offer practical, whole-of-business information and tools relevant to the needs and interests of red meat producers in the local region,” Mr Crowley said.

“Producers from the area demonstrate how adopting the latest research and technology has improved their business and led to increased productivity and profitability, so it’s a great opportunity to stay up-to-date with what’s working well at a local level.

“The forums also include a global

markets update, consumer insights and talk about how the red meat industry is tracking towards the 2030 carbon neutral target.”

Geoff Duddy, deliverer of Bred Well Fed Well workshops, said he would focus on improving enterprise profitability through understanding breeding objectives.

“I look forward to working through some proof of profit examples with producers to show how ASBVs work and why they are worth using.

This will link to the development of breeding objectives for sheep and cattle enterprises,” Geoff said.

At Broken Hill, Andrew Moseley of “Etiwanda” will explore improving rangeland business productivity and sustainability.

At MeatUp Port Augusta, Gillian Fennell will talk about how their one-million-acre rangelands cattle station in Far North SA has adapted with the use of technology and supplementation.

Broken Hill and Port Augusta MeatUp Forums are free for red meat levy payers and $50 (excluding GST) for non-red meat levy payers.

Registration is essential for catering and COVID management purposes.

To register and for more information, visit mla.com.au/meatup

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

42 RURAL NEWS

Grafton Cattle Market Report THERE were 389 head yarded at Grafton Fat Cattle Sale 18th May 2021.

There was a big lift in numbers this week compared to last, however, numbers through the Fat Sales are still relatively quiet. A very good run of heavy bullocks and steers came forward, with some excellent prices achieved.

Cows were in small numbers and the quality was back, but prices held firm.

Young cattle saw a slightly cheaper trend, overall still selling very well.

Sale Highlights include: A/c JM Matten sold Angus Bullocks 361.2c/kg av. 735.8kg - $2,657.60 p/hd.

A/c L Towns sold Devon Cross Bullock 357.2c/kg averaged 681kg - $2,432.53 p/hd.

A/c S Nelson & JE Graham sold Braford Cross Bullocks 366.2c/kg averaged 665kg $2,435.23 p/hd.

A/c A Reardon sold Angus Bullocks 365.2c/kg avg. 658.3kg - $2,404.23 p/hd.

A/c PJ & WJ Beel sold Charolais Bullocks 378.2c/kg averaged 600kg $2,269.20.

A/c AC & RK Pleasance sold Charolais Cross Steers 374.2c/kg averaged 622.5kg $2,329.40 p/hd.

A/c Mark Whitfield sold Angus Cross Steers 364.2c/kg averaged 613.3kg $2,233.76 p/hd.

A/c Wakehurst Investments sold Angus Steers 362.2c/kg averaged 636.7kg $2,306.01 p/hd.

FROM TUESDAY 18 MAY

A/c Mark Whitfield sold Angus Cross Steers 430.2c/kg averaged 447kg $1,922.99 p/hd.

A/c PJ & WJ Beel sold a Charolais Cross Heifer 367.2c/kg weighed 610kg $2,239.92.

A/c IM & JL Fahey sold a Brahman Cow 294.2c/kg weighed 570kg - $1,676.94.

A/c PJ & WJ Beel sold a Charolais Cow 300c/kg weighed 670kg - $2,010.00.

A/c T Payten sold a Charolais Bull 290c/ kg weighed 985kg - $2,856.50.

A/c GJ & RJ Gillfeather sold Simmental Cross Steers 534.2c/kg averaged 297.5kg $1,589.25 p/hd.

A/c HJ Barnett sold Angus Cross Vealer Steers 512.2c/kg averaged 263.8kg $1,350.93 p/hd.

A/c Southern Sky Farms sold Charolais Vealer Heifers 560c/kg averaged 191kg $1,069.60 p/hd.

A/c Southern Sky Farms sold Angus/ Charolais Cross Vealer Steers 630.2c/kg averaged 151.7kg - $955.80 p/hd.

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Tenterfield Cattle Market REPORT FROM MONDAY 24 MAY NUMBERS decreased slightly this fortnight with a total yarding of 182 head. A reduced yarding of steers and bullocks saw the best of the steers sell to 361.2 cents, while the bullocks reached 336.2 cents.

In the export section heavy weight cows sold to 302.2 cents, medium weights to 296.2 cents while the light cows reached 220 cents. Heifers

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FROM 19TH & 21ST MAY AGENTS yarded a total of 913 head at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange regular prime sale on Wednesday 19 May. The yarding consisted of a good supply of young cattle along with a fair yarding of cows.

Quality was improved on last week however there were a few light cattle throughout the sale.

Most of the re-stocker cattle were destined for Southern and Western areas. Overall the market held firm across most categories.

Cow prices remained steady on last week with an average of 266.7c/kg and top price of 315.2c/kg. 1 head sold for a top return of $2,154.86.

Cows and calves topped their market at $1,960.00.

Heifer prices were down this week topping their category at 534.2c/kg and averaging 402.9c/kg and 286kg.

1 heifer sold achieved a return of $2,095.50.

Bull numbers and prices held firm with 19 head sold reaching a top of 320.0c/kg and average of 273.2c/kg and 654kg. Steer prices

sold to 360.2 cents.

A mixed quality yarding of trade cattle saw weaner steers sell to 601.2 cents while the heifer portion reached 512.2 cents, both returning to the paddock.

A mixed quality yarding of bulls sold to 322.2 cents.

saw an increase whilst bullock prices remained steady this week with 193 head sold.

Steers sold to a top of 628.2c/kg and averaged 490.5c/kg and 255kg with 1 head selling for a return of $1,855.00.

Bullocks averaged 344.1c/kg and 623kg with 1 head selling for $2,712.50.

Vealer prices saw a slight drop again this week with 432 head yarded.

Prices reached 648.2c/kg and averaged 498.5c/kg and 240kg. 1 head sold achieved a return of $1,875.66.

Ray White Rural held a successful breeder and store sale at the NRLX on Friday 21 May with 824 head sold.

Heifers reached a top of 664.2c/kg and averaged 533.9c/kg and 222kg.

Steers averaged 528.4c/kg and 232kg with a top price of 688.2c/kg.

Cows achieved a top return of $4,100.00 whilst Cows & Calves reached $4,050.00.

T&W McCormack and Ramsey & Bulmer will be holding a store sale at the NRLX on Friday 4 June with bookings now invited.

Lismore Cattle Market REPORT FROM TUESDAY 18 MAY 250 CATTLE were sold at the Lismore Saleyards on Tuesday 18th May. Most of the young cattle on offer lacked finish and were suitable for restockers although many were bull calves and therefore failed to make the top rates.

Weaner steers once again sold from $4.80 to $5.50/kg.

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

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$1.9 MILLION PUTS THE BUZZ BACK IN BEEKEEPING THE NSW and Commonwealth Governments are helping to future-proof the State’s apiary industry, with an almost $2 million support program to create local jobs, support more queen bees being bred in NSW, open the door to greater medicinal honey opportunities and more.

Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall today announced $1.9 million for industry projects at the NSW Apiarists Association Conference in Tamworth.

Mr Marshall said the funding was a vote of confidence in the State’s apiary industry, which was devastated by the 2019/20 bushfires, with more than 9,800 hives destroyed and another 88,000 significantly impacted due to heat and smoke.

“To ensure industry can recover as quickly as possible, we’re supporting a number

of projects designed to boost confidence in the sector, as well as increase the resilience and sustainability of the industry,” Mr Marshall said.

“A key project includes a critical audit of public lands to identify suitable hive locations, providing access to more floral resources that are vital for bee health and honey production across NSW. “We will also lead the development of a ‘honey library’ to help identify the unique profile of NSW honey to ensure provenance as well as protect the high-quality reputation of the State’s industry.

“The NSW Government will also offer subsidised commercial beekeeper training through Tocal College to give aspiring apiarists the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the industry, with a focus on honeybee biosecurity and queen bee breeding.”

Further support has been provided through programs jointly funded by the NSW and Federal Government. The Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Stage 1 Sector Development Grants were designed to support six driver industries – forestry, horticulture, apiculture, aquaculture, viticulture and dairy – to retain and create jobs, and support the industries to rebuild, recover and regrow.

Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson welcomed today’s announcement and said the apiary industry was critical to the State’s ecosystem.

“The local region is surrounded by the environment needed to grow pollinator friendly plants helping our bees and industry flourish,” Mr Anderson said.

“We have fantastically talented people and the right infrastructure in the region to

support and grow the apiary industry.”

The University of Sydney’s Professor Dee Carter said the program would partner scientists with beekeepers, industry representatives and policy makers to create valueadding opportunities for NSW beekeepers and along the supply chain, secure native floral resources and increase workforce capacity.

“Targeting high impact points across the supply chain, the program will contribute to shaping a sustainable and profitable apiary industry now and in the long term,” Professor Carter said.

“It will retain and create jobs aligned to the apiary industry which in turn will strengthen NSW’s rural and regional communities.”

The support package will deliver six apiary industry support and research programs, coordinated by the

University of Sydney.

The six projects include: • Audit of NSW governmentowned lands for suitability as bee sites; • Establishing pollinatorfriendly plants in rural NSW; • Upskilling beekeepers – subsidized courses in biosecurity and queen breeding; • Establishing a ‘Honey Library’ by profiling the unique chemical composition of NSW honey; • Research project - new honey markets: Honey as a health food to fight gut infections; and • Research project enhancing forest and bee health for high-value medicinal honey: Healthy forests – healthy bees – active honey.

For further information visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/ blerfund

Young farmers field day for small scale farms

Grazing management clinic A RESOURCE Consulting Services (RCS) Grazing Clinic will be held in Tenterfield from July 6-8.

The clinic is a practical, hands-on workshop that develops your skills as a grass manager. The two-anda-half-day clinic will give you the confidence and practical know-how to go home and begin implementing.

You’ll cover the principles and practices of grazing management including how to design and manage a grazing cell, and how to use grazing charts as a

planning and decisionmaking tool.

The course has a complete focus on implementation. We deal with the “real-life stuff” that actually counts when it comes to getting the most out of your land, livestock and business.

During the RCS Grazing Clinic, our facilitator will cover: • How to assess rest period and calculate graze period; • How to match stocking rate to carrying capacity; • How to use grazing charts to plan and make confident decisions;

• The six principles of Regenerative Grazing Management; • Property design, water design and fence planning; and • Questions and answers.

At this clinic, you’ll see demonstrations on how to get started with a grazing plan and grazing monitoring, so there are a few things you’ll need to bring with you.

Visit the event page on our website for more information.

If you have any questions or would like to register, visit https:// www.rcsaustralia. com.au/event/rgctenterfield2021/

JOIN the Young Farmers Connect - Northern Rivers field day at Red Earth Farmers Fernleigh on Saturday, May 29.

This event is for YFC members and nonmembers alike - all are welcome.

Come and join our community of peersupport for a jam-packed day out with heaps of opportunities to learn and explore a wide range of small farm enterprise.

In partnership with Young Farmer Business Program, we will be focusing on successful business strategy and enterprise opportunities for small scale farms in the region.

Neil and Belinda are first generation young farmers that run a successful and dynamic market garden enterprise servicing several farmers markets in the region with a wide variety of crops specialising in flowers and bagged salad mix.

We will be joined by Sourdough Business Pathways for a discussion on local

business support and the services available to help get new growers to start up, skill up and scale up Join us for a day of farm walks and talks while we continue to develop a community of support, build our regional network and local industry engagement.

Booking for this event is essential. Lunch will be catered for. Bring a bottle of water, good shoes and an open mind.

Please remember we will be visiting working farms - consider you

own safety at all times.

This event is family friendly - supervised children are welcome.

No dogs please.

EVENT OVERVIEW 10am: Arrive Red Earth Farmers Fernleigh 10:30am: Acknowledgement of country, introductions, meet and greet 11am: Discussions / Presentations / Panel 12-1pm: Tour of Red Earth Farm 1-3pm: Lunch and Networking Bookings: events. humanitix.com

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

44 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

The Big Gig – free live comedy

MULTI-talented Mandy Nolan is an accomplished comedian, artist and journalist. A self-proclaimed expert on all matters feminine she writes for the Byron Echo where her weekly Soapbox has attracted the admiration and loyalty of readers for well over a decade. Nolan has also been a contributor for Wendy Harmer’s online magazine The Hoopla and has been a featured guest on ABC’s Q&A and SBS’s Mums The Word.

Mandy Nolan (pictured) is a funny woman.

A stand-up comedian for well over 28 years, audiences adore Mandy on stage, and around Byron Bay where she lives, Mandy-jokes are as much a part of the vernacular as any surf speak.

Her humour is sharp, honest, sometimes selfdepreciating, somewhat outrageous, but never cruel or pretentious. Frequently irreverent, it speaks to a diverse audience with no set demographic, no gender, race or religion, occupation or tribe.

Mandy’s stand-up is known and loved for its rapid fire philandering and esoteric observations that emerge from the musings of what she describes as ‘a woman whose dilemma it is to navigate the new frontiers in the suburban badlands of human relationships and traverse that darkly hypocritical abyss that exists between action and belief.’

One of Australia’s strongest female comedic talents, Mandy Nolan has honed the ability to bring a room to its knees, whether that be Melbourne’s Last Laugh, Gold Coast’s Comedy in the Basement, Brisbane’s Sit Down Comedy Club, the 2000 plus crowds she’s wowed at Jupiter Casino’s Laugh Your Pants Off Gala’s or the 800 strong function of women from VIEW club who all declared Nolan hands down the funniest guest

speaker they’d ever had.

In constant demand on the corporate and comedy circuit, Nolan is a sure fire hit at Ladies Luncheons, is soon to feature at a Conference for Women parliamentarians alongside Julia Guilard and Julie Bishop, and is the headline act for the annual Outback Ladies gathering three hours west of Charleville.

Nolan made her return to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival this year with three shows launching her latest comedic offering Home Truths published by Finch Publishing. All three shows sold out.

A thrice published author Nolan’s previous titles with Finch include What I Would Do If I Were You and Boyfriend’s we’ve all Had and Shouldn’t have. Sydney Morning Herald’s Bruce Elder called Nolan ‘the

country’s sharpest and wittiest comedic columnist’. In 2015 alongside an eight-date East Coast book launch she also appeared at Bellingen Writers Festival, Byron Writers Festival, Melbourne Writers Festival and the Romance Writers of Australia Conference.

A pioneer of regional comedy – Nolan created her own comedy festival, and currently has six comedy rooms that she programs, promotes and performs from the Gold Coast to Ballina.

Every month Mandy Nolan presents a free comedy night with local, national and international comedians.

The next will be on May 27 @ 8pm at Ballina RSL, with MC Ellen Briggs, support act John Peacock and featuring Mark McConville as the headline act. Bookings Essential. Maximum 10 tickets per person.

Godfather of Rap tribute FAREWELL TO DORIS CELEBRATE the life, works and message of the great Gil Scott-Heron, poet, musician and author who exited our world 10 years ago on May 27.

Joins us for an afternoon of Gil originals, edits, remixes and funk classics from the era. The afternoon will be curated by The Hapalou (Beat Buffet) & Iain Yes (Sabotage Fiesta).

Celebrating the life and music of the man that brought us The Revolution Will Not be Televised.

Called the ‘Godfather of Rap’, Gil was a novelist and poet before his recording career. In 1970 he teamed up with musician Brian Jackson and began to forge an unmistakably sound, he preferred to describe what he did as ‘bluesology’. “I had an affinity for jazz and syncopation, and the poetry came from the music,” he explained in arrangements very presenting Mark Andrew in often shaped and Mark Andrew Mark Andrew in moulded them.” a 1998 presenting interview.presenting “We made theinpoems into songs, and we wanted the music Trawlers Bar and Kitchen, to sound like the words, and Brian’s Brunswick Heads, May 29 from 3pm.

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THE world recently lost one of its biggest stars with the passing of Doris Day. A legend of stage, screen and song, Doris died aged 97, leaving behind an incredible body of work, including iconic movies and unforgettable songs.

Doris Day, ‘the girl next door’, had millions of fans around the world, none bigger than chart-topping Australian singer songwriter Melinda Schneider, who has recorded two albums of Doris’ songs, co-written and starred in a theatre show based on Doris’ life, and done sell-out tours celebrating Doris’ work.

“I was so saddened to hear the news of the passing of the amazing Doris Day,” Melinda said.

Melinda Schneider has now announced the 2019/20 national tour A Farewell To Doris, a heartfelt tribute to Doris Day. This nostalgic concert celebration will include such timeless hits as Que Sera, Sera, Sentimental Journey, Everybody Loves a Lover and Secret Love plus classic songs from the movies Calamity Jane, Love Me or Leave Me and The Pajama Game, as well as a number of Doris’ big band standards.

Melinda’s love affair with Doris Day started when she saw Calamity Jane when she was just eight. “I thought she was the best of everything a woman can be, and when I grew up I wanted to be just like her,” Melinda says. “Whenever I revisit some of her old movies, I’m transported back to that place, a place of happiness and pure joy.”

In 2010, Melinda released the

acclaimed tribute album Melinda Does Doris – A Tribute To Doris Day, which debuted at #1 on the ARIA Jazz and Blues chart, remaining there for nine weeks.

The following year, Melinda starred in her own hugely successful original theatre show, DORIS, Doris Day – So Much More Than The Girl Next Door, which she wrote with David Mitchell of Dusty/Shout fame.

The show played to packed houses across the country, including a soldout show at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall in 2012.

Before the show was staged, Melinda sent Doris the script. “I wanted to make sure she was happy with the way we had portrayed her, and she came back giving me the thumbs up, which made me very happy.”

Melinda will play on Saturday, June 26 from 7pm at Casino Civic Hall.

Tickets available at reception or online www.outix.co/tickets/event/ melinda-schneider-a-farewell-to-doris

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 45

BLUESFEST RISES! MIDNIGHT Oil will join the All-Australian Bluesfest lineup, headlining the opening Friday night along with the launch of their new album.

Six weeks after the Easter event was shut down due to a local Covid case, Bluesfest announced it would be moving to the October long weekend this year.

Almost all the artists due to play at Easter will return to play, with a few acts added to the new lineup.

Paul Kelly will co-headline Saturday night alongside Tash Sultana... and of course, Jimmy Barnes is back to headline Sunday night.

Organisers said the new lineup was a dream come true.

“We have shown a determination to overcome everything we had to face to

re-schedule, knowing that as an integral part of the Australian music industry, so many were counting on us,” organisers said.

“As we rise from the ashes of Bluesfest, Easter 2021, please come join us and celebrate our indomitable determination to present live music in Australia safely, at a major event level. Let’s make history!

“Thank you for your patience and your continued support.”

Season tickets for Bluesfest 2021 are already on sale, with three and one-day tickets going on sale soon at www.bluesfest.com.au All current Bluesfest 2021 ticketholders will receive official communication from Moshtix with information on the rollover of tickets to the new event.

Travelling Film Festival brings sharks to Lismore MOVIE buffs are in for a treat with the Travelling Film Festival hits Lismore for the first time from June 4-6.

Catch highly acclaimed local premieres, including Valerie Taylor: Playing With Sharks, as well as unique films from Bhutan, Italy, UK, France and USA as part of the festival, showing at BCC Cinemas.

Director Sally Aitken mixes stunning imagery and archival footage to document the daring story of Australian living legend Valerie Taylor AM, who filmed most of the real-world shark footage in Jaws, and her subsequent efforts to undo the immense damage the film caused.

Renowned as the world’s foremost shark experts, Australian living legend Valerie and her husband

Ron received a call from Hollywood to help make Peter Benchley’s novel into a film.

They expected it would be a far-fetched ‘B’ thriller movie.

With a do-it-yourself attitude the Taylors filmed the live shark sequences and advised Steven Spielberg on the structure of the mechanical shark. However, Jaws changed everything. The overwhelming and horrified reaction to the 1975 movie meant human and sharks were renewed enemies and sharks were senselessly slaughtered in response.

For Valerie, the terror the film unleashed (and her part in it) turned her into a relentless eco-warrior. Armed with her trusted underwater camera and still diving at 85, into coral reefs, kelp forests and all manner of shark breeding

grounds, Valerie has turned into a global marine pioneer, conservationist, multi-awarded photographer, filmmaker, and an inaugural member of the diving hall-of-fame. Emmy Award winning director

Sally Aitken mixes stunning imagery and archival footage to document the adventurous and daring story of this outspoken octogenarian, who seems to have no time for fools or retirement.

See Valerie Taylor: Playing With Sharks on Friday, June 4th, at 6.45 pm at BCC Lismore cinema.

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May 27, 2021

46 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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the trail and 90 artists exhibiting with the Murwillumbah CBD at the centre of the trail. Enjoy a drive through the picturesque Tweed region - from coast to river and hinterland, discovering back roads and hidden treasures in this wonderful corner of Northern NSW. An exciting addition to the Trail is the workshops available to attend and participate in the creative process yourself.

There is also a great selection of entertainment happening in the Murwillumbah CBD with street art, live music, theatre, poetry, a mixed media exhibition and more.

For further information, an interactive map and artist bios visit www.murwillumbahartstrail.com. au

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JAMES BLUNDELL RETURNS TO PLAY CASINO THERE are many terms people use when describing James Blundell. Icon. Legend.

Controversial. Rebel. The truth is - James Blundell is all of these things. He is unashamedly honest and comfortable in his own skin.

He radiates an enthusiasm for everything that life has to offer and it’s this authenticity that makes him one of the most instantly likable and recognisable artists in Australian music.

Acknowledged by many as the act that single-handedly shaped modern Australian country music by infusing his influences of John Mellencamp, The Band and The Angels with the storytelling ethos of Slim

Dusty and his lyrical insight, sharp wit and empathy for the average working man. This combined with his handsome good looks and country charm ensured there was no stopping his success across all

demographics.

In 1992, James found mainstream success thanks to the smash hit single, Way Out West, with former Australian Crawl front man, James Reyne. The song debuted

at #28 on the ARIA charts before peaking at #2 a month later. The song was ranked #22 on the ARIA End of Year Singles Charts while his platinum selling album, This Road, came in at #28 on the ARIA End of Year Albums charts.

James was the first young Australian country act to sign a major record label deal in Nashville, which has since paved the way for the likes of Keith Urban, Catherine Britt and Kasey Chambers. In addition to his own success he has penned hits for Lee Kernaghan, Slim Dusty and Jimmy Little. He is also the recipient of numerous CMAA Awards, double platinum, platinum and gold sales

awards and is a five-time ARIA Award nominee with one win to his name.

James Blundell is one of only a handful of today’s country artists who live the authentic life of a country singer. When he’s not touring - he’s managing his family owned property in Stanthorpe QLD. He is an artist of substance and longevity thanks to his unique perspective showcased through song.

James Blundell returns to the Casino RSM on Friday, July 30.

Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.

Tickets from www. outix.co/tickets/ event/452362-6381186228

Back to the Gypsy ... that I was!

Kallidad plays Bruns SYDNEY based Kallidad combines Spanish guitar magic with rock and roll energy to create a once in a lifetime sound that has seen the group tour across Europe, Asia and Oceania.

The trio’s notorious white facepaint masks their identities, shifting the focus to a musical style that is alive, intense, emotional and powerful.

Kallidad’s music is all instrumental-

no lyrics are necessary to feel the energy and passion behind the music.

Booming percussion and shredded nylon string guitars weave a deep web of sound that always leaves audiences breathless and begging for more.

Kallidad unveils their new lineup at the Hotel Brunswick, Sunday, May 30, from 4pm.

Dreams pays tribute to one of the world’s best-selling bands of all-time Fleetwood Mac and the solo career of their leading lady Stevie Nicks in a massive two-hour plus show coming to Casino.

Bring your wild heart and that gypsy spirit and re-live one of the legendary bands and performers of the 70s and 80s, and one band Australians love Fleetwood Mac.

Featuring a well-oiled and talented group of musicians dedicated to the task of bringing this era, this sound to the stage for all to enjoy.

Dreams Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Show heads to Casino RSM for a full 70s/80s pop up experience on Friday, June 11.

Tickets on sale via the club website, https://www.outix.co/tickets/ event/452216-dreams-fleetwood-mac

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HOTSHOTS HIT THE CIVIC A BRAND new Sydney Hotshots show is locked and loaded for the Civic Hotel in Lismore, and you are invited!

Two hours of top performers; toned, fit, and sporting washboard abs and cheeky twinkles in their eyes… this all male choreographed dance show that will have you giggling, blushing and laughing all night long.

The ultimate Magic Mike style party, complete with highpowered dance routines, spectacular lighting, unique costumes and

the irresistible blend of appeal, humor, games and BIG personalities.

The ultimate girl’s night out – leave your worries at the door and come have some fun with The Sydney Hotshots at the

Civic Hotel Lismore, Thursday, June 24 at 7.30pm.

Tickets available at reception or eventbrite. com.au Limited seats available as tickets will sell out due to Covid restrictions.

Byron Music Festival THE Byron Music Festival markets planned for Saturday, June 19, will be capped at attendance of 3000 people.

Byron Shire Council granted a temporary licence for the event at Dening Park with conditions adopted to address key issues relating to beach erosion in the area and potential for activities to impact on dune stability.

The Byron Music Festival is a three-day community event held in multiple venues throughout the Byron Bay CBD.

It has been designed

by Byron Music Productions to reinvigorate the Byron Bay music and events industries post-COVID, to bring the local community together and contribute to the night-time and visitor

economies during the tourist low season.

Features include live music performances, a music industry conference, youth music showcase, markets and sponsor activations from Friday to Sunday, June 18-20.

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Dine & Discover NSW now available in the Northern Rivers The NSW Government has launched Dine & Discover NSW to encourage the community to get out and about and support dining, arts and tourism businesses.

NSW residents aged 18 and over can apply for 4 x $25 vouchers, worth $100 in total • 2 x $25 Dine NSW Vouchers to be used for dining in at restaurants, cafés, bars, wineries, pubs or clubs. These can be used 7 days a week including public holidays • 2 x $25 Discover NSW Vouchers to be used for entertainment and recrea�on, including cultural ins�tu�ons, live music, and arts venues. These can be used 7 days a week including public holidays THE VOUCHERS: • can be used at par�cipa�ng NSW businesses that are registered as COVID Safe • are valid to 30 June 2021 NSW residents will be able to easily apply online to receive their vouchers through the latest version of the Service NSW app and website, and customers who do not have access to a smartphone and/or computer can call Service NSW on 13 77 88 or visit a local Service NSW Centre.

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Black wattle - Callicoma serratifolia

THIS week we have a mix of three interesting trees/shrubs, including one that supposedly is capable of catching birds and other small animals, another which was a prime building material around Sydney Cove in early colonial days. And the third one which is seriously similar in appearance to its imported cousin.

Black wattle - Callicoma serratifolia Callicoma serratifolia grows naturally as a bushy shrub or small tree to 12m high in protected moist gullies, usually in close proximity to creeks.

In cultivation it is an attractive ornamental small tree reaching a height of 6-10 m with a diameter of 3 m.

Contrary to its common name, black wattle, it is not a true wattle. The branches of this tree were used by early European settlers to build wattle and daub huts, their early dwellings. Black wattle grew in abundance at that time around Sydney Cove. Another reason for the name is that its flowers - fluffy yellow globes closely resemble the flowers of the true wattles – the Acacias.

As the name black wattle also applies to at least one of the Acacias there can often be confusion between the species.

This plant is named for

both its flowers and for its serrated leaves. Callicoma is Greek for beautiful hair - the petal-less fluffy flowers. The dark green leaves, which are a distinctive feature of this plant, are broadly lanceshaped and sharply Bird lime tree - Pisonia umbellifera pointed. They are smooth and shiny on the upper surface with a fine This is a small understory whitish felt underneath. New shrub can grow to 6m but foliage is pale bronze in colour is usually smaller. It is fast which adds to the beauty of growing when in the right this tree. The numerous small, position, but it is essential pale yellow flowers appear to keep it watered in hot dry in October and November in weather. From November dense globular heads on stalks, to December it produces usually at the ends of the attractive, large partially branchlets. toothed leaves, which loosely The bark of Callicoma is resemble the exotic hydrangea. rough and dark brown with a It has showy greeny/white pinkish-brown inner layer. It flowers which are perfumed, is frost tender when young and followed by clusters of purplegrows best in a shaded position black fruit approximately in well composted, well5mm in diameter which ripen drained soil. The fruits are between March and October. small hairy capsules produced The native hydrangea in globular clusters. Each prefers a moist site, with well capsule contains a number of composted soil, that is shady small seeds which are released or has filtered sun. It will when ripe, usually between respond to an occasional light December and January. The pruning. It is bird and butterfly seeds germinate readily attracting. It can be a useful especially when fresh. pioneer species for rainforest restoration grown on the shady Native hydrangea edge of a planting. It also does Abrophyllum ornans well as an indoor plant. If

Native hydrangea - Abrophyllum ornans

growing this plant close to the coast on sandy soils, you will need to keep the water up to it and ensure that you have a good canopy coverage from trees and larger plants to provide growing conditions similar to a rainforest.

Bird lime tree - Pisonia umbellifera Pisonia umbellifera, commonly known as the bird lime tree or bird catcher tree, is a species of the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Taiwan, Hawaii and Madagascar and the states of New South Wales and Queensland in Australia.

Bird lime tree is a small tree or large shrub that has large, glossy, rich green leaves that form a dense mass.

This plant grows much bigger in Queensland that in the cooler southern areas. It has a spreading habit with many dense, overlapping branches. It is a lovely, lush plant that works well in large shrubberies or as a specimen plant. Occasional restrictive pruning may be needed. It is sensitive to frost but can also be grown indoors in colder areas. Regular watering is

essential if it is to thrive in a pot.

Outdoors, this tree likes a well-drained, humus-rich soil with reliable moisture.

For most of the year the bird lime tree produces very small, fairly insignificant flowers which are followed by sticky purple fruits. It is known as the bird catcher tree because birds and insects are attracted to the fruit. The very sticky fruits cling to large birds which fly them away and so ensure dispersal of the seeds.

Unfortunately, they also stick to small birds, mammals and reptiles and either glue them to the trees where they starve, or so impede their movement that they can’t forage adequately to survive. This aspect of the plant is more common with the larger specimens in North Queensland.

Bird lime tree may have medicinal properties - leaf, bark and stem material of this species have been reported as being active against some tumours.

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May 27, 2021

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Selflessly Selfless

by Nigel Dawe

One of the most thoughtprovoking comments I’ve ever heard was delivered in my first lecture at uni by a professor who never missed a square hit on an assembled group of naïve, albeit knowit-all targets.

Quite simply, he kicked off with the line: “You don’t know anything that hasn’t already been invested with yourself.” And while it sounds humorous and light, it’s actually quite serious and significant, because what he was in fact saying, in a very easily missed way, is akin to social psychology’s ultimate, irrefutable truth.

As such, none of us can ever think a thought, have a feeling or do anything in any way that doesn’t involve or reference, if not directly pertain to ourselves; because ‘sense’ is only made by the brain that does the actual sensing. Or to put it another way, it is an impossibility to think a thought beyond, removed or exempt of one’s self: the one who is doing the actual thinking.

Without going too far down this intriguing rabbit hole; it is a point that swings open a door to the significance and broader meaning of ‘self’. In the spirit of the unsurpassable Oscar Wilde who once said: “Only the shallow know themselves.” I’m here inclined to wade into his enigmatic slip-stream, but it’s more the very concept of self and how it ‘fits’ each of us, that I wanted to explore.

In a world where four human beings are born every second, what does it mean to be a person, or have a meaningful life in the midst of near-on eight billion others? To further broaden or ‘refine’ the overall context of our existence; according to

one guesstimate of science, it is believed that 108 billion people in total, have lived since the dawn of our emergence as a species.

Which highlights the twin challenge, albeit ultimate need for us to always be our own person, as well as maintain our individuality in a world that can readily suppress, oppose and constrain who we consider ourselves to be ‘in ourselves’, at any given time.

Interestingly, the origin of the word ‘person’ derives from the ancient Greek expression for ‘mask’, as in those adopted by theatrical actors on a stage. This being a direct reference, that was surely understood by Shakespeare himself, when he penned: “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players;” which draws back a curtain on the sheer unmitigated luck behind any single one of us being born where and when we actually were, let alone ‘who’ each of us become in time.

One clear mark of someone’s awareness, or personal development, is the gap between them being perceived and known as either ‘characteristically’ selfish or selfless; and so, somewhere in the middle of these two behavioural, if not life-orientating ‘poles’, is the person we should ever aspire to be.

Thus, considerations and contestations of ‘self’ aside, perhaps the Polish diplomat, and one-time WWII concentration camp escapee – Stanislaw J. Lec, fathomed a rather unique facet of ‘subjectivity’ when he once chimed: “All of our separate fictions add up to joint reality.”

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As part of National Palliative Care Week St Vincent’s Hospital in Lismore reminds the community its dedicated Pallative Care Unit supports both public and private patients and their families.

The unique nine-bed Palliative Care Unit based at St Vincent’s in Lismore has a team of highly trained multidisciplinary staff, including specialised palliative care nurses.

The Palliative Care Unit at St Vincent’s helps people living with a life limiting illness to live as well as they

can by managing pain and symptoms to ensure their quality of life is maintained.

Chief Executive Officer of St Vincent’s Hospital, Steve Brierley said: “Our Palliative Care Unit is an important regional service because we provide both ongoing symptom management and End of Life Care. And our team supports the physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs of those living with a life-limiting or terminal illness.”

This year’s Palliative Care Week theme is “Palliative

Care it’s more than you think”. It raises awareness about the benefits of quality palliative care which is much more than end of life care. Patients or their families can arrange referral to the Palliative Care Unit at St. Vincent’s via their GP, Community Nurse or Specialist.

For more information on Palliative Care Week visit https://palliativecare.org. au/national-palliative-careweek-2021

PRIVATE HOSPITALS STILL RECOVERING WHILE HEALTH INSURERS CONTINUE TO HOARD CASH

The latest health insurance statistics released today by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) indicate that while private hospitals continue to recover from the pandemic restrictions by treating more patients, activity is still slightly below pre-COVID-19 levels.

The APRA Quarterly Health Insurance Statistics for the three months ending 31 March 2021 indicate that private hospitals treated fewer patients than in the same period last year; 895,341 episodes compared with 898,676 in 2020.

Australian Private Hospitals Association CEO, Michael Roff, said that treatment in private hospitals had already started to slow in March 2020 before surgery restrictions were introduced due to concerns about COVID-19 and access to PPE. “It is encouraging to see private hospital activity continue to increase, but we are not yet back to where we were before the pandemic hit our healthcare system. To provide

greater certainty in the system we need to ensure there are no more unnecessary surgery restrictions, like those recently applied in Western Australia.

“The conditions that led to national surgery restrictions in early 2020, the need to preserve PPE and maintain ICU capacity, no longer exist. APHA has written to the Chief Medical Officer requesting that AHPPC establish nationally consistent principles and guidance regarding the imposition of restrictions on elective surgery in response to small-scale COVID-19 outbreaks,” Mr Roff said.

Membership of private health insurance continues to grow with almost 60,000 additional members taking out hospital cover policies over the March 2021 quarter, following the increase of 34,800 members in the December 2020 quarter.

However, it is concerning there has been no reduction in the so-called “Deferred Claims Liability” (DCL) in the last three months, with health insurers still sitting on

$1.8 billion. This is essentially money insurers collected as premiums but did not pay out as claims due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Three months ago when the DCL total was sitting at $1.8 billion, APRA said “In the absence of any further COVID-19 driven restrictions on health services, the DCL is expected to reduce over 2021.”

“Today, three months later, the DCL is still sitting at $1.8 billion and APRA made exactly the same comment. If there has been no reduction in the $1.8 billion in the last three months what makes them think the rest of the year will be any different?” Mr Roff said.

“While a number of smaller health funds have undertaken to pay this money back to members, it is clear the majority are happy keep the cash. We say it is past time for all health funds to tell their members how they intend to use this money, and if they can’t do that the cash should be returned to members.”

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A new compass guiding people on their pain journey People who live with chronic pain will now find it easier to find alternative holistic treatments with the launch today of the new look and improved National Pain Services Directory.

The updated directory was made possible by funding from the Australian Government and was launched by Senator Wendy Askew at the Parliamentary Friends of Pain Management Group event at the Capital Pain and Rehabilitation Clinic in Deakin which is celebrating 20 years of service to the Canberra community.

“The directory provides a comprehensive list of more than 200 pain clinics who treat all types of pain conditions and can help consumers and GPs to find help from every region across Australia,” Senator Askew said.

Painaustralia CEO Carol Bennett said the National Pain Services Directory was a practical

resource tool not only used by consumers but also by GPs and other health professionals who are looking for evidence based, holistic treatments.

“The updated directory has sophisticated search functionality which enables people to find a clinic in their own state and territory, related to

specific pain conditions, a public or private facility, and geographical location with a ‘use my location’ button that is highly accurate and can pinpoint services directly to where someone lives or works,” she said.

Megan Kuleas, 31, from Canberra, lives with chronic pain after being diagnosed

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with Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Poly-Cystic Ovarian Syndrome and a heart condition due to her pain.

“Currently, 3.4 million people in Australia experience chronic pain, and I am one of these people.

My conditions are not visible so although I

look healthy each day, I often experience chronic and acute pain and other unfortunate side effects,” she said.

Her pain differs each day and there are days where she can’t physically move and is bedridden.

“It is so challenging, some days it can feel like the inside of my body

has been ripped apart,” she said.

Ms Kuleas said the directory was groundbreaking for people who live in pain, like herself.

“The directory will not only assist people who live with pain, both new and old, but also their carers, loved ones and other medical professionals,” she said.

“The ability to search using location is extremely beneficial particularly for those whose access to medical treatment is restricted by distance and location.

As a person who lives with pain myself, I am grateful to Painaustralia and the Department of Health for the directory which provides a practical resource for those like me navigating their pain journey.”

The directory is available at https:// www.painaustralia. org.au/pain-servicesdirectory/paindirectory-2021

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THE BEST BUTTER CHICKEN PIE It’s hard to go past a good authentic butter chicken, but encasing it in golden pastry elevates it to the next level.

Use a good quality premade sauce and frozen pastry to make this not only delicious but very easy to make!

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1kg chicken thighs 1 tbs oil

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450g jar butter chicken simmer sauce 1 cup cooked basmati rice 2 sheets frozen shortcrust pastry 2 sheets frozen puff pastry 1 egg beaten 1 dollop natural yoghurt *to serve 1/2 bunch coriander *to serve 1 cucumber sliced *to serve

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cool completely.

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Preheat oven to 180C. Defrost pastry sheets.

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Use the shortcrust pastry to line a 24 - 28cm pie dish, allowing a little to hang over the edges.

Spread cooked rice in the base of the dish and top with cooled butter chicken mixture. Place puff pastry over the top and press to seal edges.

Trim pastry with a knife.

Brush the top of the pastry with beaten egg. You can use any excess pastry to decorate the top of the pie.

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Bake for 50 minutes until golden. Serve with natural yoghurt, coriander and cucumber salad.

METHOD 1.

Trim chicken and cut into 2cm pieces. Heat oil in a large frypan and brown chicken in batches. Return all of the chicken to the pan and add the simmer sauce. Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and allow to

BAILEYS BAKED RICE PUDDING Who said rice puddings are old-fashioned? This new take on the old favourite features Baileys and nutmeg and you’ll want to eat it straight out of the baking dish...promise!

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Drizzled with remaining Baileys to serve.

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simmer. Remove from heat. Quickly stir in the egg yolks and 125ml (1/2 cup) Baileys and until well combined.

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Irish Creme, Kaluah or similar can be used as an alternative to Bailey’s.

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May 27, 2021

MOTORING TEST DRIVE 53

2021 MERCEDES-BENZ E300

COUPE AMG E 53 Coupe: $164,800

By EWAN KENNEDY For the 2021 season the Mercedes E-Class Coupe has had a solid overhaul with an emphasis on sporting look and upgrades in many departments.

For a start it has the AMG Line bodyenhancement pack that was once an option is now standard in all variants.

Meaning that you get the looks of a sporting coupe but can opt for the Comfort settings if that’s more your style of things.

STYLING Mercedes E-Class Coupe is a long handsome machine that gained some envious looks on several occasions during our week’s road test.

As well as the AMG grille there’s a new headlight design, widened wheel arches a larger front splitter. The rear has a split taillight design. There’s what looks like diffuser in the tail though we’re not sure it actually acts as aero aid. Perhaps it would nail down the rear if we were cruising in Germany at 180 plus km/h, though…

INTERIOR It has genuine highquality leather that we have praised in all topline models of all the prestigious German company’s topline models for many years of road testing them.

There’s a redesigned flat-bottom steering wheel looks good and provides a little more belly-room for owners who aren’t as slim as they once were.

The rear seats are for two occupants only and there is good leg- and elbow-room because there’s no need to squeeze a third seat in there. The rear seats fold in 40:20:40 to give a choice of human/cargo room.

INFOTAINMENT A 12.3-inch infotainment screen is operated by a touchpad on the centre console and isn’t the

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Mercedes-Benz dealer for drive-away prices.

SPECIFICATIONS (Mercedes-Benz E300 Coupe 2.0-litre turbopetrol two-door coupe)

easiest to use. Calling out “Hey Mercedes” makes life simpler as it responds to voice commands I’ve seldom had any problems getting the system to work, though I’ve spoken others to who don’t have much joy. It can also be controlled by capacitive pads on the steering wheel.

The very-wide instrument/infotainment layout didn’t appeal to me when I first used it in other Mercs, but I’ve grown to like it.

The Mercedes MBUX native satellite navigation system worked well there are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring.

Connectivity is provided by multiple USB-C points at the front and rear.

magic carpet in its softest setting.

Mercedes claims a combined fuel consumption of 8.0 litres per hundred kilometres.

We typically used about nine to eleven litres around town and it was easy to get it under eight litres per hundred on motorways and easy country running.

AMG Line body-enhancement pack on the E300 Coupe adds sporting flair.

ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS Power comes from fourcylinder 2.0-litre turbopetrol that provides 190kW (out that’s only there between 5800 and 6100rpm. That’s well balanced out by it having 370Nm all the way from 1800 to 4000rpm. The nine-speed automatic drives the rear wheels.

SAFETY Mercedes has been working on car safety since the early 1940s and continues to be one of

the leaders in the field. It has nine airbags and has high five-star ratings.

To avoid the need to use the nine (yes, nine!) airbags the E300 Coupe has active brake assist with cross-traffic detection, lane-change and blind-spot assist.

Should the driver not be paying attention to the road steering assist will nudge the car back onto line.

DRIVING The front seats are wellshaped and comfortable and support well without being too aggressive, after all this is a touring car not a sports machine.

Getting into the rear seats isn’t always easy as this is a large car with big doors and you’re sometimes pretty close to cars alongside in tight parking spots. Once you’re in there they are nice and comfortable as they are tailored for two.

Drive modes range from Comfort to Sport and Sport+. And there

is an Individual mode to let you choose your own settings).

Sport and Sport+ sharpen up throttle response and keeps the engine in lower gears for longer before automatically changing up. It also reduces some of the steering wheel assist to give the driver added feedback.

The adaptive air suspension gives the feeling of being on a

SUMMING UP Mercedes-Benz E300 Coupe is a pleasant car for day-to-day driving as well as long country trips or weekends away.

Though it can be used by four, somehow we feel it’s best used for two as luxurious personal transportation.

ENGINE: Capacity: 1.991 litres Configuration: Four cylinders in line Maximum Power: 190 kW @ 5500 rpm Maximum Torque: 370 Nm @ 1800 rpm Fuel Type: Premium unleaded Combined Fuel Cycle (ADR 81/02): 8.0 L/100km CO2 Emissions: 182 g/ km DRIVELINE: Ninespeed automatic DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES: Length: 4841 mm Wheelbase: 2873 mm Width: 1860 mm Height: 1457 mm Turning Circle: Not supplied Kerb Mass: 1700 kg Fuel Tank Capacity: 66 litres BRAKES: Front: Ventilated disc Rear: Ventilated disc

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE E 200 Coupe: $103,700 E 300 Coupe: $117,400 E 350 Coupe: $128,200

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May 27, 2021

54 MOTORING

NEW GENERATION SKODA OCTAVIA

By EWAN KENNEDY

Skoda Octavia has arrived in Australia, only a few weeks later than anticipated due to the effect of Covid-19.

It introduces a number of important firsts for this model, including a 10-inch infotainment screen with touch slider the latest version of Virtual Cockpit, a head up display, wireless connection to Apple Carplay and Android auto.

It has LED Matrix headlights, LED fog and taillights, traffic jam assist, emergency assist and as many 10 airbags, depending on model.

Exterior and interior design treatments are intended to give it the appearance of upmarket European prestige marques.

Skoda Octavia 110TSI Ambition and Style have a 1.4-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol engine with 110kW and 250Nm driving through

one or more option packages with their new vehicle, more standard equipment has been included in each variant to match the previous requests.

Though we have published this news on the new generation Skoda Octavia we will not be road testing one due to ongoing problems between us and the local importer.

an eight-speed Skoda automatic. company The highperformance Octavia RS uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol

As the local importer has found, the great majority of Skoda’s Australian customers select

Octavia has styling changes the Czech says will give it a prestige look. producing180kW and 370 Nm. It has a seven-speed wet-clutch direct-shift gearbox.

2021 MINI UPDATES

MINI range.

The 8.8-inch colour touchscreen display has touchsensitive favourite buttons and Piano Black high-gloss surfaces.

Surface design with laser engraving updates the appearance of the LED colour-changing ring surrounding the central instrument.

The operating system is now more advanced with a new graphics display and updated options for selecting and controlling audio, telephone, navigation and apps on-the-go.

The screen display with symbols and white text on

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Skoda dealer for drive-away prices.

Always a standout from the crowd, MINI now has even more colour.

By EWAN KENNEDY MINI has announced pricing and specifications its 2021 Hatch and Convertible as well as the Electric Hatch.

Three new colours are offered: Rooftop Grey metallic, Island Blue metallic and Zesty Yellow. The latter is only available in the Convertible.

Piano Black Exterior touches, available on Cooper S and above, now extend to the door handles, side scuttles, fuel cap, MINI logos on the bonnet and luggage compartment lid, model lettering and tailpipes of the exhaust system.

Continuing the black theme are the surrounds of the headlights, grille and rear lights are slightly darker.

Alloy wheels are offered in three new designs: 17-inch wheels Tentacle Spoke black design, 18-inch in Pulse Spoke design as well as John Cooper Works light-alloy wheels in Track Spoke black design.

Inside, depending on the tier and model chosen: standard cloth/leatherette interiors, luxurious MINI Yours Leather Chester upholstery, as well as sporty Leather/ Dinamica combinations. Piano Black, Chequered Silver or Aluminium trim options are paired with the selected interior world for an elegant overall look.

The 5.5-inch digital LCD instrumentation screen is standard equipment across the

MODEL RANGE Octavia 110TSI Ambition sedan: $30,490 Octavia 110TSI Ambition wagon: $31,690 Octavia 110TSI Style sedan: $34,890 Octavia 110TSI Style wagon: $36,190 Octavia RS sedan: $47,790 Octavia RS wagon: $49,090

audio and driver assistance systems.

new colour backgrounds also features “live widgets” and can be called up by swiping the touchscreen, whereupon they are enlarged in the centre display.

A new sports leather steering wheel becomes standard across the MINI Hatch and Convertible range for 2021, with redesigned keypads that ease operation of telephone,

MODELS RANGE Cooper Classic 1.5-litre three-door hatch: $37,500 Cooper Classic Plus 1.5-litre three-door hatch: $41,000 Cooper Yours 1.5-litre three-door hatch: $46,000 Cooper Classic 2.0-litre threedoor hatch: $45,700 Cooper Yours 2.0-litre threedoor hatch: $52,800 Cooper JCW Sport 2.0-litre three-door hatch: $53,200 JCW Essential 2.0-litre threedoor hatch: $54,850 JCW Classic 2.0-litre threedoor hatch: $58,850 JCW Yours 2.0-litre three-door

hatch: $62,350 Cooper SE electric three-door hatch: $55,650 Cooper SE Yours electric three-door hatch: $62,825 Cooper Classic 1.5-litre five-door hatch: $38,500 Cooper Classic Plus 1.5-litre five-door hatch: $42,500 Cooper Yours 1.5-litre threedoor hatch: $47,500 Cooper S Classic 2.0-litre five-door hatch: $46,950 Cooper S Yours 2.0-litre five-door hatch: $54,050 Cooper S JCW Sport 2.0-litre five-door hatch: $54,450 Cooper Convertible Classic 1.5-litre two-door convertible: $43,680 Cooper Convertible Classic Plus 1.5-litre two-door convertible: $48,180 Cooper Convertible Yours 1.5-litre two-door convertible: $53,180 Cooper S Convertible Classic 2.0-litre three-door hatch: $51,350 Cooper S Convertible Yours 2.0-litre three-door hatch: $58,630 Cooper S Convertible JCW Sport 2.0-litre three-door hatch: $58,880 JCW Convertible Essential 2.0-litre two-door convertible: $60,380 JCW Convertible Classic 2.0-litre two-door convertible: $64,380 JCW Convertible Yours 2.0-litre two-door convertible: $67,880 Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local MINI dealer for drive-away prices.

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May 27, 2021

MOTORING

GENESIS G70 SHOOTING BRAKE

New Genesis G70 wagon looks like a streamlined five-door hatch.

By EWAN KENNEDY Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is based on the G70 sedan and is aimed at those wanting enhanced practicality in an upmarket Korean car.

The Shooting Brake body is normally called a station wagon in Australia though we feel it’s very likely that it will be called a Shooting Brake here. In some ways it almost looks like a streamlined five-door hatch rather than a bland station wagon. We love the shape in the photographs and certainly look forward to seeing it in the metal.

It is 4,685mm long, 1,850mm wide and 1,400mm tall, with a 2,835mm wheelbase. The luggage space is 40 percent larger than the Genesis G70 sedan and its rear

seats can be split-folded 4:2:4 to let you juggle passenger / luggage space.

Its front is pretty much the

same as the G70 sedan, with the Crest Grille that’s lower than the headlights. Genesis tells us it “spreads outward

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to evoke a sprinter’s pre-race posture and highlight the model’s athletic design”. So there …

Dominique Boesch, Managing Director of Genesis Motor Europe, said: “We are delighted to reveal this bespoke product - tailored for our European customers - so soon after revealing news of our arrival into the region.

“The G70 Shooting Brake marries luxury and European automotive heritage with our design philosophy of Athletic Elegance. Our fifth car in Europe, the Shooting Brake will stand apart through its unique design; it is a clear statement of our commitment to the region.”

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is set to launch in Australia in the third quarter of 2021. We will bring local details closer the time of the launch and follow that up with a road test.

ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA FINALE EDIZIONE

Giulietta Finale Edizione has sporty adornments and yellow accents.

By EWAN KENNEDY Alfa Romeo Giulietta Finale Edizione is the last production run of the iconic Italian hatchback. It features sporty adornments and striking

yellow accents and is limited to 35 units for Australia. It is available to order now from $48,950 (plus on road costs), with deliveries currently underway.

The Edizione Finale is

available in three body colours; Alfa White, Anodized Blue and Magnesium Grey Matte. It has yellow painted brake calipers and yellow external trim inserts.

Inside the cabin are yellow

accents which are integrated with contrast stitching across the leather steering wheel and floor mats with yellow ‘Giulietta’ script.

The first Alfa Romeo Giulietta was revealed in 1954 at the Turin Motor Show as a nimble two-door coupe. It was Alfa Romeo’s first model in the small car category. The Giulietta name took on many forms over the last 60 years, before it was re-birthed in 2010 as a five-door hatchback.

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May 27, 2021

58 WEEKLY HOROSCOPE Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20 You’re beginning the week under a wonderfully stimulating energy surrounding your love life. On May 30, the moon in your seventh house of partnerships will trine Venus in your third house of communication, deepening your desire to flirt, intellectually connect, and discover what you both think about various topics. By June 1, the energy will become much more emotional as the moon in your intimate eighth house will trine Neptune in your spiritual twelfth house. It may be time to calm your logical mind and simply allow yourself to feel.

By June 2, your love life could embrace a whole new direction.

Cancer Jun 24 - Jul 22 The vibes surrounding your love life are comforting and magical as this week begins. On May 30, the moon in your nurturing fourth house will trine Venus in your spiritual twelfth house, driving you to spend quality alone time with a lover. Staying in and emotionally connecting might feel so much better than socializing with others and going out. However, by June 1, you might feel totally ready to make an entrance. As the moon in your romantic fifth house forms a trine with Mars in Cancer, your desire to get dressed up, go out, and dance with a cutie will come barreling back.

Libra Sep 23 - Oct 23 You may start the week off feeling more explorative and open-minded about your love life. On May 29, the Libra moon will trine Venus in your expansive ninth house, encouraging you to go on exciting escapades with your lover and share new perspectives with each other. Take this opportunity to broaden your understanding of what love can be. However, by June 2, you may find it hard to find that “spark.” As the moon in your sensual second house squares Saturn in your passionate fifth house, it may feel difficult to bring a feeling of romance into your dating situation.

Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 20 You and your lover may be butting heads as this week begins.

On May 29, the moon in your authoritative tenth house will square Mars in your seventh house of partnerships, which could lead to you and your lover talking over each other and struggling to take control. Luckily, by May 31, the moon in your visionary eleventh house will trine Neptune in your communication sector, helping you keep your futures in mind as you speak to each other with kindness and empathy. You may be reliving memories and feeling repressed emotions as you come to terms with past experiences in love.

Find a sense of closure.

Taurus Apr 21 - May 21 You’ll begin the week with steady and grounding energy surrounding your relationships.

As the moon in your practical sixth house forms a trine with Venus in your luxurious second house on May 30, you may feel inspired to share your love through selfless acts, such as picking your lover up from work or doing the dishes when they’re going through a rough time. However, by June 2, you may experience the urge to be on your own or embrace your independence as the moon in your partnership sector opposes Uranus in Taurus, sending ripples of unpredictable shockwaves through your relationships.

Leo Jul 23 - Aug 23 You’re in a beautiful position to mingle and frolic through various social situations as this week begins. On May 29, the moon in your communication sector will trine Venus in your extroverted eleventh house, tapping into your ability to be a social butterfly. You might walk away with all sorts of numbers from cuties if you’re single. And if you’re already taken, your lover’s friends could be so impressed with how fun your presence is. By June 1, you’ll have the power to turn an intellectual connection into an emotional one as the moon in your sensitive fourth house forms a trine with Neptune in your intimate eighth house.

Scorpio Oct 24 - Nov 2 You’re feeling love on such a deep and emotional level as this week begins. On May 30, the moon in your spiritual twelfth house will trine Venus in your intimate eighth house, encouraging you to excavate the truth between each other. In order to experience the fullest expression of love, you need to be willing to really go there. And by June 1, the romance will reach new heights as the Scorpio moon forms a trine with Neptune in your fifth house of self-expression, encouraging you to go all out when it comes to revealing the contents of your heart. By June 3, you could feel disillusioned by your perception of a lover.

Aquarius Jan 21 - Feb 18 As this week begins, you may feel driven to try new things in your love life. On May 31, the moon in your adventurous ninth house will trine Venus in your passionate fifth house, encouraging you to experiment with your lover and try new things to infuse your relationship with lust and desire. However, as the moon squares Pluto in your subconscious twelfth house, there could be hidden motivates between you that upset the balance and trust between you.

By May 31, you may find yourself befriending new people as well as outgrowing your ties to people you no longer mesh with.

Gemini May 22 - June 23 This week begins with the most pleasant and romantic vibes you could possibly imagine. On May 30, the moon in your flirtatious fifth house will trine Venus in Gemini, infusing you with affection, poetry, and so much lust. Don’t be surprised if the romance simply finds you, even if you’re not necessarily looking for it.

However, by June 2, major developments in your love life could take place. As the lunar eclipse slams into your seventh house of partnerships, you could experience sudden makeups and breakups. A relationship could become a lot more serious during this time. However, a relationship could also fall apart if it’s not meant to be.

Whatever happens, trust that this is all a part of your destiny. The people currently in your life are there for a reason.

Virgo Aug 24 - Sep 22 Romantic feelings may leave you feeling chaotic as this week begins. On May 29, the moon in your second house of stability will square Pluto in your passionate fifth house, which may leave you feeling off-kilter if the energy surrounding your love life is an emotional rollercoaster ride. However, by June 1, the moon in your third house of communication will trine Neptune in your seventh house of partnerships, easing your ability to express your feelings with empathy and ease. Above all, be kind to yourself. If you’re experiencing trouble at home, it could be an opportunity to see whether or not your lover is willing to be there for you as well as provide you with emotional comfort.

Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21 You have the energy to turn an acquaintanceship into a relationship at the beginning of this week. On May 27, the moon in your eleventh house of community will trine Venus in your seventh house of partnerships, tapping into your desire to get to know someone and engage in clever witticisms and intellectual exchange. The vibes become far more sexual and primal by June 1. As the moon in your intuitive twelfth house forms a trine with Mars in your intimate eighth house, your desire for someone could develop, leaving you feeling transformed. If your relationship is no longer in line with your growth as a person, it may be time to set yourself free.

Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20 As this week begins, you may be swept up in a romantic situation that’s irresistible, but somewhat risky. As the moon in your intimate eighth house squares Mars in your passionate fifth house, the attraction you may experience could feel incredible. However, it can also become addicting if you’re not careful.

However, by May 31, it will be easier to keep the big picture in mind. As the moon in your expansive ninth house forms a trine with Neptune in Pisces, you may be able to see the whole situation for what it truly is. If your love life is simply draining your energy and distracting you from achieving your dreams, it may be time to set aside your desires until someone truly worthy comes alone. You’ve got bigger fish to fry.

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IN MEMORIAM 59 Death Notice

Richard “Rex” Hughes

16/8/1950 – 30/4/2021

Dallas, Richard, Glenn, Jason and family wish to express our sincere thanks to relatives and friends for their love and support for our recent loss of Rex. Special thanks to all the beautiful staff of Baptist Care, Maranoa for their love and kindness’s and the Doctors at Alstonville Clinic for their great care of Rex. We would also like to thank the staff of Parkview Funeral Home, Ballina and Phil Chapman for the dignified care shown to us all.

A big thank you for flowers, cards, condolences and attendance at Rex’s funeral service by cricketers, golfers, rugby union, NRL referees and players.

Please accept this as our personal thanks to all.

Death Notice

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SHEPHARD, MARGARET MARY

Edith Harriett Brown “Edie”

Passed at 11 July away 1956 -peacefully 21 April 2021 Lismore Base Hospital.

Dearly Wife Neil. thanks to Jadwiga would likeloved to offer herofsincere loved Mother Stephen Adele, allMuch who attended Jarek’sof funeral andand offered their Grandmother of Mitchell, andduring Oliver support and kind words ofBridie comfort Andrew, Great Grandmother Ryker Hogan. such a distressing to time.

In loving memory of Edith Harriett Brown.

Formerly of Goonellabah and Stoney Chute, Nimbin.

Jaroslaw Jerzy Pomorski 24.01.1935 ~ 02.01.2021 “Jarek”

Family and friends are invitedbytolove attend He was sent off surrounded and Margaret’s funeral service at St Mary’s Catholic admiration and will be greatly missed by Church, Canterbury Street Casino on his loving mother Jadwiga.

Friday 8th January 2021 commencing at 11am.

A special thanks to Mrs Barbara Swan for her help and friendship.

19.12.1923 – 18.5.2021

Passed away peacefully at Fromelle’s Manor, Lismore.

Devoted wife of Artie (dec).

Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Margaret & George Armstrong, Narelle & Patrick Smith and Ian & Elizabeth Brown.

Loved Nan to her 8 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

Loved and respected by the Brown and Goulding families, and a friend to many.

A funeral has been held.

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SMITH (MAGNER), GLORIA JOYCE “JOYCE” – nee Whitton Passed away peacefully on 21st May, 2021 at Lismore Base Hospital.

Late of Bundocks Road.

Aged 86 years.

Loving wife of Frank (decd).

Dearly loved mother & mother-in-law of Warren & Virginia, Stephen (decd), Cheryl & Matthew McDonald, Helen (decd), Darren & Julie.

Cherished Nana of her 7 grandchildren & 9 great-grandchildren.

Loved and sadly missed by all the Magner & Whitton families.

Rest in Peace

Relatives & friends of Joyce are invited to attend her funeral service to be held on Thursday 27th May, 2021 commencing at 11:00am at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Casino followed by burial at Casino Lawn Cemetery.

Livestreaming will be available at the following link https://vimeo.com/event/1017272 All guests will be required to comply with the COVID-19 mandatory QR code sign-in for contact tracing purposes, and must ensure social distancing is maintained

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RHIANNE PHILLIPS Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 22nd May, 2021 at Lismore Base Hospital.

Late of Naughton’s Gap & formerly of Cardiff (Wales).

Dearly loved mother & mother-in-law of Michael & Rita, and Grandmother of Key. Loved sister of Sian Perkins (UK).

In God’s Care Relatives & friends of Rhianne are invited to attend her funeral service to be held on Monday 31st May, 2021 commencing at 11:00am at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Casino followed by private cremation.

Livestreaming will be available at the following link https://vimeo.com/event/1017288 All guests will be required to comply with the COVID-19 mandatory QR code sign-in for contact tracing purposes, and must ensure social distancing is maintained

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May 27, 2021

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NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETING

Summerland Credit Union, a Division of Summerland Financial Services Limited ABN 23 087 650 806 Notice is hereby given that a General Meeting of Summerland Credit Union, a Division of Summerland Financial Services Limited will be held on Wednesday 23 June 2021 at Head Office, 101 Molesworth Street, Lismore NSW 2480, commencing at 5.30pm.

BUSINESS OF THE MEETING Constitution Amendment Resolution for Mutuality Protection To consider, and if thought fit, to pass the following resolution as a special resolution: “That the Constitution be amended as set out in Appendix 1 of the Notice of General Meeting and more particularly as shown in the copy of the Constitution tabled at the meeting and signed and dated by the Chairman of the meeting for the purposes of identification.”

The proposed amendments and Appendix 1 are discussed in an Explanatory Note, which is available on the Summerland website, or at any of our branches.

A marked-up version of the proposed amended Constitution is available for members on the company’s website www.summerland.com.au The constitution amendments require a Special Resolution. In order to pass a special resolution, at least 75% of the votes cast by members (whether in person or by proxy) must be in favour of the resolution.

Proxies Should you be unable to attend the General Meeting, you may still vote by proxy. A member who is entitled to attend the General Meeting and vote is entitled to appoint a proxy. A proxy need not be a member. A member who is entitled to cast 2 or more votes may appoint 2 proxies and must specify the proportion or number of votes each proxy is appointed to exercise. To be effective, the appointment of a proxy must be received by the Returning Officer for Summerland Credit Union in the Reply Paid envelope provided with the proxy form at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. A proxy form can be obtained by contacting your local Summerland Credit Union branch or by phoning 1300 802 222.

Notes Due to COVID-19 restrictions it is essential you RSVP; and do so by Friday 18 June on 1300 802 222 if you will be attending the General Meeting.

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Essential: • Keen news sense • Proven skills in news gathering, research and analysis • Strong news and community interest writing skills • Examples of well-balanced accurate reporting • Ability to develop and maintain community contacts • Can deliver under pressure to daily deadlines • Initiative and strong work ethic • Basic photography skills • A valid driver’s licence.

Desirable: • Experience in publishing to online platforms including social media • University degree in communications or commensurate journalism experience Please send Resume & Cover Letter to employment@heartlandmedia.com.au or call Jeff Gibbs on 0417 516 004

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Essential: • Keen news sense • Proven skills in news gathering, research and analysis • Strong news and community interest writing skills • Examples of well-balanced accurate reporting • Ability to develop and maintain community contacts • Can deliver under pressure to daily deadlines • Initiative and strong work ethic • Basic photography skills • A valid driver’s licence.

Desirable: • Experience in publishing to online platforms including social media • University degree in communications or commensurate journalism experience Please send Resume & Cover Letter to employment@heartlandmedia.com.au or call Jeff Gibbs on 0417 516 004

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The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

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LOCAL MARKETS BALLINA MARKETS 3rd Sunday of the month.

BALLINA FARMER’S MARKET Sundays 6am till 1pm at Commemoration Park Ballina.

BANGALOW FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays 7am till 11am at Bangalow Hotel Carpark.

BLUE KNOB FARMER’S MARKETS Saturdays 8.30am till 12pm at Blue Knob Café, Lillian Rock.

BYRON BAY FARMER’S MARKET Thursdays 7am till 11am at Cavanbah Centre Byron Bay. CASINO GOLF CLUB MARKETS 2nd Sunday of every 2nd month.

KYOGLE FARMER’S MARKET Saturday mornings Stratheden St, Kyogle.

LISMORE CAR BOOT MARKETS Lismore Square – 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month.

LISMORE FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays 8am till 11am at Lismore Showgrounds.

LISMORE PRODUCE MARKET Thursdays 2.30pm till 6.30pm at Magellan & Carrington Streets.

Contact Tom on 0450688900.

LISMORE RAINBOW REGION ORGANIC MARKET Tuesdays 7.30am till 11am at Lismore Showgrounds.

MULLUMBIMBY COMMUNITY MARKET 3rd Saturday of the month.

MULLUMBIMBY FARMER’S MARKET Fridays 7am till 11am at Mullumbimby Showground.

Contact Allie on 66771345.

MURWILLUMBAH FARMER’S MARKET Wednesdays 7am till 11am at Murwillumbah Showgrounds.

Contact Sue on 0498733766.

NEW BRIGHTON FARMER’S MARKET Tuesday 8am-11am New Brighton Oval River St. Contact Allie on 66771345.

NIMBIN FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays 3pm till 6pm at Green Bank Carpark. Contact Jason on 66891512.

THE CHANNON CRAFT MARKETS 2nd Sunday of the month.

UKI FARMER’S MARKET Saturdays 8am till 12.30pm at Uki Hall.

YAMBA FARMER’S MARKET Wednesdays 7am till 1pm.

ALSTONVILLE ALSTONVILLE INNER WHEEL CLUB Meet socially 3rd Wednesday of every month Contact President Carol Vidal 0427326832.

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CRAWFORD HOUSE MUSEUM This is the last week of the latest exhibition at Crawford House Museum, “At Home with the Crawfords”, which tells the story of the William Ambrose Crawford family who lived at “Olivene” (now Crawford House Museum). The museum is at 10 Wardell Road Alstonville and is open Fridays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm. The Community Resource Centre is open for research Fridays only – prior bookings essential. Enquiries (02) 6628 1829, aphs2477@yahoo.com.au or www.aphsmuseum.org.au. Prepare for some foot-tapping fun at Crawford House Museum, Alstonville. Alstonville Plateau Historical Society is holding its first Sunday ‘Arvo event since the pandemic on Sunday 30th May at 2pm. Relax on the front lawn

of the museum while you are entertained by the Mullum Folk Orchestra, a North Coast community group who perform gypsy, Latin and Celtic folk music. Please bring your own refreshments, folding chair or rug and a hat, as no chairs or shelter will be provided. Entry is by donation at the gate, which includes admission to the museum.

ALSTONVILLE PLATEAU HISTORICAL SOCIETY This year is the 20th anniversary of Alstonville Plateau Historical Society and they are going to celebrate the occasion on Saturday, October 2. All past and present members are welcome.

The group will be looking back over the years and launching Ian Kirkland’s book on the history of the society. Inside the museum there will be photos and videos of functions and exhibitions showing the history over the years. RVSP by May 28 by email at aphs2477@yahoo.com.au or phone 66281829.

SQUARE DANCING Summerland Larrikins Squares Alstonville, Fridays 7.30pm-9.30pm at Uniting Church Hall, 59 Main Street, Alstonville. Contact 0407663017 for further information. New dancers welcome.

BALLINA BALLINA RICHMOND TWEED FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY The next meeting will be held on Saturday the 5th June at 2:00pm-4:00pm at the Players Theatre, 24 Swift Street, Ballina. The topic at this meeting will be a State Records Webinar on School Records, for further information you can contact Kerrie Alexander on 66281324.

BALLINA SCOPE CLUB We are a group of ladies who do fund raising with all money going to local charities. We meet the 1st Monday of the month at the Ballina RSL Club at 7pm. Any enquiries. To Ruth 0429877733 IN FOCUS TOASTMASTERS CLUB How about trying something different? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills or simply make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the In Focus Toastmasters Club.

We meet the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina. For more information please contact: President Udo Moerig email tmumoerig@ gmail.com or Vice President Membership email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@ gmail.com Webpage: https://3209990. toastmastersclubs.org/ BALLINA LIFEBALL Each Tuesday (9:30-11am) at Ballina Indoor Sports Centre. Come and join us for exercise, fun and friendship. Contact Yvonne 0448004161.

THE FREE BRUNCH CENTER It’s Back the Free Community Brekky Center is now reopening as The Free Brunch Center in Ballina, on the 1st Saturday of every month. There will be sausage sizzle available along with hot dogs, sandwiches, fruit salad, tea, coffee and take away meals also available. This will be presented under new Covid safe rules and restrictions. This is totally free and everyone is welcome. This is to be held at the Ballina Presbyterian Hall which is just behind the church, on the corner of Cherry & Crane Sts. The Brunch Center will be on the 1st Saturday of every month between 10am and 12pm.

BALLINA TOY LIBRARY Welcomes families from Ballina Shire, 9 Regatta Ave, Ballina. Open Saturday 10am1pm, By appointment only on Tues & Wed. Phone 0411719074.

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May 27, 2021

64 COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD BALLINA MAHJONG 21ST MAY 2021 Judy Brent 1, Jeanette Henwood 2, Bev Lasater 3, Coral Lavelle, Gail McDonagh 4, Jan Small 6, Lorna Simpson 7, Joan Murphy 8, Joy Lowien 9, Jan Henley 10, Shirley Atkinson, Sally Lowry, Jan Williams 11, Pauline Bolte 14, Jan Boardman 15, Lesley Richie 16, Betty Penklis 17, Kath Hubbard 18, Margaret Bryant 19, Ronda Taylor 20, Gladys D’Anna 21, Shirley Coleman, Janene Jarvis 22, June Greenaway, Rosemary Russell 24, Yvonne Weddup 26, Jenny Lang, Valda McLerie 27, June Grebert 29, Shirley Henry 30, Pam Farrell 31, Janice Jemison 32, Lisa Wong 33. Mahjong is played on Friday at 12:30pm at the Ballina Bridge Club North Creek Road. Enquiries for new players phone Vanessa on 66874181.

PROBUS CLUB OF BALLINA WATERS Activities coming up are a luncheon on 28th May, a cheese factory tour and lunch on 27th May, and a day at the races on 14th June.

This Probus Club is a mixed club and men and women are invited to attend and join this friendly group. Further details can be obtained by calling Faye on 66866585.

BALLINA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB INC. Charity Day for Local Volunteer Emergency Services, Sunday 30th May 2021 9am to 5pm, Ballina RSL Club Auditorium.

Country Music all day. A, B, and the 2J’s, Mullumbimby Music Club & Dusty Trax, Local talented solo acts, 2 Raffles to total value $1160, both drawn on the day. Multi Draws raffles all DAY – tickets remain LIVE, 55+ prizes ‘Total value over $3000’ Silent auctions 10items. Entry by gold con donation.

BALLINA CWA Ballina CWA Handicraft & Friendship mornings are held every Wednesday morning from 9 until 12 in our rooms on River Street.

Numbers are covid safe limited so could you please ring our Handicraft Officer Barb 0428116668 on Monday night to book a place. Ballina CWA meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 9am in our rooms, please ring our Secretary Janet 0435323079 for more information. Mahjong is being played once again in The Ballina CWA rooms on River Street, Wednesdays & Thursdays starting at 12:15, for more information please ring David 0473587412.

BRUNSWICK HEADS BRUNSWICK HEADS THE BRUNSWICK HEADS CWA Monthly meeting is held on the first Friday of every month. All members invited, new members welcome. Craft morning is every Friday from 10am to 2pm. Come and join this friendly group, learn how to knit, crochet and quilt with experienced and patient teachers! Gold coin donation, please. For more information contact 0431908063.

CASINO CASINO CASINO CWA BRANCH MEETING DATES We meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Casino Community Cultural Centre at 9.00am. Come and join us for a Cuppa and learn about this great organisation. NSW CWA will be 100 years old next year. We celebrated our 95th Birthday on the 14th May joined by Mayor Robert and other members from Far North Coast Group. We had a lovely Morning Tea and all were impressed with the inspirational speech presented by Issy Ennever. Our country of study this year is Malaysia. If anyone reading this notice is from that country, Marg. would appreciate a phone call on 66621746 to learn first hand about your wonderful country.

CASINO MEALS ON WHEELS WEEK 3 MON: V Gray, N Nowlan, M Hartley; TUE: D. Coleman, M Newstead; WED: J & J Boyd, N & K Ryan; THU: B Bennett; FRI: l

Barton, J Cornell, H Elford & own help.

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OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Casino Wednesday 12 noon AEST Free conference call & in-person meeting. Free conference call (03) 8672 0101 Access code 284 9437#.

In person meeting Uniting Church Hall, corner Diary & Canterbury streets (please always phone to confirm in-person meeting is attended today) for info call 67376812 Angela.

EVANS HEAD CWA Meets over lunch, 3rd Tuesday every month @ Illawong Hotel, 12noon. New members welcome. Further info 0427825560.

AIR RIFLE CLUB Sat 8-12, rifles, ammunition & targets supplied Call Ollie 0414622272.

CASINO & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP Advise we have a new phone number 6664 1118 & email casinofhg@gmail.com CASINO SENIOR CITIZENS All welcome, our activities currently are, Wed afternoons at Casino RSM 1.00pm to play Hoy, Euchre, we have group play on Thurs afternoons 1.00pm. Contact Jan Danaher on 0414625680.

LISMORE CASINO NAVAL ASSOC. Meets bi-monthly at Casino RSM, new members welcome. More info Chris 66293269 or Jim 0427400625.

LION’S CLUB CASINO Lion’s Club meeting is held on the 2nd and 4th Wed each month at Casino RSM Club from 6.30 for a 7.00pm start.

CASINO COMMUNITY MEN’S SHED Mon, Tues, Wed, attendance limited to 50 members, 8am – 1.30 pm. Contact 66626423 DH or casmenshed@live.com.au CASINO MINI RAIL Every Sunday 10am to 4pm. Weather permitting. West Street Casino. Phone 0472638044.

CASINO VIEW CLUB Monthly luncheon meeting at Casino RSM Club at 11am, second Thurs of every month.

Contact Barbra on 66612530 or 0448969498.

CASINO CROQUET CLUB Monday & Wednesday sign in time now before 8.30am to start play by 9am. Contact Mary on 6662 1971 for further information.

CASINO LADIES AND FRIENDS CRAFT GROUP Meets 1st & 3rd Tues. bring your own morning tea and wear a mask. Names to be in by Lunch time Mon. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424.

CASINO MIXED PROBUS CLUB Meeting 4th Thurs of the month. For more information call the secretary on 0419886119.

THE CASINO & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 2pm.

Email casinohistorymuseum@outlook.com for further information. Check us out on Facebook.

CASINO EVENING CWA Meets first Thurs of month. Casino Uniting Church at 6pm and for further information please ring Alison 0400956404 or Penny 0422301799.

CASINO & DISTRICT ORCHID SOCIETY AUTUMN SHOW Thursday 27th May 9am-3pm. Friday 28th May 9am-3pm. Saturday 29th May 9am-1pm St Marks Anglican Church Hall, Barker St Casino.

CASINO BRANCH CWA MEETING DATES Casino branch CWA hold meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Casino Community Cultural Centre at 9.00am.

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GRAFTON GRAFTON GRAFTON VIEW CLUB Grafton VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, commencing at 10.30am. Please come along & enjoy yourself with a tasty meal, motivated guest speaker & at the same time you will help disadvantaged children. Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes no later than the Friday before the meeting. As well, a social outing is held each month. You are warmly invited to come along, have some fun & you will be helping others as well. See you there!

GRAFTON & DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB We would love to welcome new members, come and see what we have to offer. Meeting on the 3rd Monday of every month. At the Grafton Masonic Centre, 104 Bacon St Grafton. Next meeting is Monday 21st June.

Gather at 3.30pm for afternoon tea, meeting starts 4.30pm Visit private gardens, enjoy bus trips with like-minded people, buy or swap plants and have fun! Further enquiries please text Rhonda on 0418685728. You can also find and follow us on Facebook.

GRAFTON SENIORS Recently had coach trip, to Coffs Harbour area, 19 passengers. Travelled Highway south, first stop Clog Barn, organised morning tea, view of miniature Dutch village & clog making. Then to Botanic Gardens for picnic lunch & a walk through gardens.

On to Big Banana, view boiled lollies being made at Candy Kitchen, visit gift shop & afternoon refreshments at cafe & view other complex shops, before journey home on Highway. Thanks Coach Captain, Bryan, for taking us, & all passengers for their support.

Next trip, Friday 25 June, to mystery venue, spare seats. Queensland 8 day tour from 14 August also a few spare seats. Reminder next meeting 8 June. Enquiries: Sandra 66427720.

GRAFTON’S MIGHTY CLARENCE TOASTMASTERS CLUB Perhaps it’s time to find out what it’s all about!!! If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills. Make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the Mighty Clarence Toastmasters Club. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Joan Muir Community Centre 194 Turf Street Grafton. For more information please contact: Vice President Membership email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail.com Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/ graftontoastmasters KYOGLE KYOGLE KYOGLE SUNSHINE CLUB Meets every Thurs at 9.30am. For more details contact 0499824274.

RICHMOND RIVER BEEF PRODUCER’S ASSOCIATION Meet on the 2nd Wed of every month at Kyogle Showgrounds in the luncheon room at 7pm. For more details Phone Jan on 0427293455.

KYOGLE COUNTRY MUSIC Kyogle Country Music will NOT be holding a show in May due to the unavailability of the Golf Club. Our next show will be on 13th June hope to see you then. Next day is on at 11am on Sunday 13th June. (No day in May due to previous booking of KYOGLE GOLF CLUB) It will begin with a short meeting

with music shortly after. Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Drinks available. ALL WELCOME. LION’S CLUB OF KYOGLE Meeting is held on the 1st & 3rd Tues each Month at the Kyogle Lion’s shed from 6.307.00pm For more information contact Neville Moon on 66322233.

LENNOX LENNOXHEAD HEAD LENNOX HEAD LIONS CLUB New members welcome to join our close-knit club where the emphasis is on community service in a fun environment. Meetings are on the first and Third Wednesday of each month at Club Lennox starting at 6.30pm.

Members do what they can, when they can to facilitate the needs of our club.

LENNOX HEAD DAY VIEW CLUB The Lennox Head Day VIEW Club meets on the first Monday of each month at the Lennox Head Community Centre. with the meeting starting at 11:00am and includes an interesting speaker and concludes with a light lunch. An informal Coffee and Chat meeting is held on the third Monday of the month. The Club sponsors three students through The Smith Family Learning for Life scholarship program that provides educational items for disadvantaged Australian children. New members and guests are most warmly welcomed and enquiries may be made to Enid 047 187 511 or Dawn 0466717435.

LENNOX HEAD CWA Handy Craft Mornings on Mondays 9.30am12noon in the community centre at Lennox Head, Call Jan on 66816150.

PROBUS CLUB OF LENNOX HEAD The Probus Club of Lennox Head meets 9.30 for 10.00am at Club Lennox, 10 Stewart Street, on the 1st. Thursday of each month. Visitors are welcome. Also, retired or semi-retired people wishing to join our non-service. Club to hear interesting guest speakers and to join in trips and outings are invited along. Phone Jan 66876859.

LISMORE LISMORE COMMUNITY CAFE Tuesday 1st June from 10am at Duck Pond Espresso Bar, 71 Union St, South Lismore.

Are you experiencing grief or supporting someone who is. Or are you or someone you care for dealing with a life limiting illness.

Maybe you have been given a diagnosis that sees you wanting to know more about getting your End of Life plans in order. If so join us for a relaxed, informal, confidential chat and together we can discuss what’s on your mind. Held monthly on the first Tuesday of each month by Compassionate Communities Northern NSW. For more info call Mimi 0478600778 or Cheryl 0428286753 LISMORE TARGET RIFLE CLUB For .22 calibre rifles, meets Mon & Wed nights from 6.30 pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 12noon. Air Rifle shooting for .22 & 177 air rifles will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more info please phone Derek on 66282082 (AH).

LADIES INDOOR BOWLS Played at Lismore Workers club, Mon mornings 9am, New members welcome.

Info Rosemary 0434611520 or Veronica 0417004622.

NR U3A LISMORE INC. (UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE) Retired? Make new friends, gain knowledge, laugh and learn, enjoy a richer retirement.

U3A offers over 30 classes and activities each week. One yearly fee of $50 entitles you to attend all classes / activities of your choice.

Interested? Check out our webpage http:// www.u3anriv.org.au for course list, times and venues or contact 66227408 Follow us on Facebook.

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May 27, 2021

COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD 65 ROTARY CLUB OF SUMMERLAND SUNRISE Meets every Friday at 7.05 am for breakfast at Coffee Shots Molesworth St, Lismore.

Interested in contributing to community?

Local and international? Join us please.

Phone 0435990919 for more details.

TABLE TENNIS AT GOONELLABAH Tuesday and Thursday mornings social playing 9.00am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing 7.009.00pm; Training Monday mornings 9.00am12noon; Junior coaching after school Wed 3.30-4.45pm; $6.00 a session. Everybody is welcome – all levels. Phone centre on 66251602 Mon-Thur 9.00-1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis.com.au GLITZ AND GLAMOUR BALL – McKEES HILL HALL 29th May 2021, 7pm - music by our great team Dean Doyle & Judy Johnston, New Vogue, Old Time and requests. Dress code as formal as one pleases, QR code sign in and Covid 19 plan in place, lucky door, raffles and Monte Carlo. BYO drinks & snacks, tea coffee and wrapped biscuit provided.

Everyone most welcome.

JIGGI-GEORGICA RED CROSS The members of Jiggi-Georgica Branch of Red Cross would love the chance to welcome some new members to our meetings held in the R/Cross Rooms (next to Tea Rooms) in Keen St, Lismore @ 11am on the 2nd Friday of every second month. Lunch available from T/Rooms Next meeting will be Fri 9th July, which is our AGM.. Any enquiries please contact Joan 66888127.

LISMORE GIRL GUIDES Lismore Girl Guides meet every Tuesday during school terms from 5.30 to 7.30pm at our hall, Magellan Street Lismore. Any girl aged from 7 to 17 is most welcome to attend for two nights free, but please make contact first. AND Any adult female aged 18 and over interested in becoming a volunteer with youth, are encouraged to contact Leonie on mobile number 0412866766, for further details. AND Our hall is also available to hire.

SUMMERLAND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Meetings of the club are normally held on the second Sunday of each month at the clubrooms: 412 Richmond Hill Road, Richmond Hill, 2480 at 1.00pm. Visitors are welcome. The clubrooms are usually open on Sunday afternoons from about 1pm onwards. We are primarily amateur radio enthusiasts and welcome persons interested in radio, electronics, astronomy and similar subjects. For more details about the club and its activities,see the club’s website: https:// sarc.org.au/ or check us out on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SummerlandARC “MAINLY MUSIC” IN LISMORE FOR 2021 mainlymusic.org An interactive session for 0-5 year olds & parents/carers using fun songs and actions to help develop co-ordination and motor skills, followed by home cooked morning tea for adults while children enjoy supervised play time. Tuesdays 9.30-11.30 in school term.

Anglican Parish Hall, Zadoc St Lismore.

Enquiries 66213200 NORTHERN RIVERS EVENING PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Evening Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday June 2nd 7pm until 9pm Lismore Workers Club, Keen Street, Lismore - Men previously or newly diagnosed with prostate cancer and their partners or carers are most welcome to attend. Personal cancer stories are told which gives all present a wonderful opportunity to share, learn and benefit from other people’s

experiences. Guest Speakers are occasionally present at these meetings - Enquiries phone Bob Johnson (02) 66225792.

ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE NETWORKING ‘Want to be part of an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking group who meet fortnightly to share ideas, meet other professionals and work together to make a difference in your community? Then Rotary Club of Lismore Networking could be the answer for you! Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at the Rous Hotel, Keen Street, Lismore at 5.30pm. For more information contact Rita on 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095.

LISMORE REGIONAL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Lismore Regional Parkinson’s Support group meets every third Friday of the month at 10am Lismore Workers’ Club, Keen St, Lismore. The group gatherings alternate each month between a more formal meeting, complete with guest speaker one month , and the next month, a more social Coffee Catchup. There is always an opportunity to share in a confidential, non-judgemental, positive and welcoming environment. All members of the Parkinson’s Community and their carers are most welcome. Contact: Di 66227959 or John 0490332268 or visit Lismore Regional Parkinson’s Support Group’s FaceBook Page https://www.facebook.com/ ParkinsonsLismore” ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE WEST INC is in its 60th year and meets at the East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6.00pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.

RED CROSS LISMORE BRANCH meet the 3rd Monday of the month at 2.00pm in the Red Cross Tea Rooms in Keen Street Lismore. As well as fund raising we are also an active social group and welcome new members. New volunteers are also required to assist in our popular Tea Rooms. If you can commit to 1 or more days a month please contact Lynn 66217642 or Rhonda 66241950 COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES NORTHERN NSW Compassionate Communities of NSW are taking a break from the Ballina Coffee and Community and Cafe Catch Up gatherings for the next few months. Threshold Choir rehearsals, Lismore Coffee and Community and Walks in Nature will continue. Please check this paper for and our facebook page for more information on when the coffee gatherings will resume.

EMBROIDERS GROUP Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month, Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome embroiderers of all ability levels from all towns and districts in the Northern Rivers.

PROBUS CLUB OF GOONELLABAH The Goonellabah Probus club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Workers Sports Club Oliver Ave Goonellabah.

Meetings commence at 10 am. New members welcome. Contact Gloria Francis 66291442.

MACLEAN MACLEAN MACLEAN VIEW CLUB Monthly Meetings again, after months of Lock Down. It will start as usual 3rd, Thurs of month at 11am Contact Ruth Toyer on 0409844212 by Mondays, no later than 7pm.

Numbers are required for catering purposes.

MURWILLUMBAH MURWILLUMBAH MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY GARDEN members and visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm NSW Street parking Byo covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat and water. Children ok with strict supervision, Covid plan operating.

Enq: Murbahcommunitygardens@ gmail.com follow us on Facebook #MurwillumbahCommunityGarden COMMUNITY PRINTMAKERS MURWILLUMBAH Fine art printmakers. Meet at studio space.

224 Stokers Rd. Stokers Siding 2484.

Prints, gallery, workshops and more! E: cpmmurwillumbah@hotmail.com T: Peter 0498399640 or Sue 0408493253. Find us on Facebook & Instagram POTTSVILLE POTTSVILLE POTTSVILLE FUN CROQUET CLUB Meets at Black Rocks Sports Fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8.30am. New members are welcome to come and join us for a hit and a bit of fun. For any further enquires please call Jean on 0431606375.

We will have a new starting time at the end of daylight saving. We will begin play at 9.30am commencing on Tuesday, 6th April and Thursday, 8th April. We play at Black Rocks Sports Field. New members are welcome. For further enquires please ring Jean on 0431606375.

TWEED HEADS TWEED HEADS TWIN TOWNS VIEW CLUB Twin Towns Day VIEW Club celebrated their 53rd. birthday in style even with Covid restrictions as nothing was going to disrupt celebrations as was the case last year when the whole nation was thrown into disarray!

During the following month outings were to Coolangatta and Ocean Shores and coming up is the June 3rd. monthly luncheon to be held at the South Tweed Bowls Club. New members are always welcome and further information can be sought from President Kathie on 0407709629 or Freda on (07) 55241357.

YAMBA YAMBA YAMBA DAY VIEW CLUB Yamba Day View Club’s monthly luncheons are held at Yamba Bowling Club on 3rd Monday of month, starting 10 for 10.30am.

Acceptance and apologies to President Lyn 66463164 by Friday prior to luncheon for catering purposes. We hold a monthly social outing either for lunch or morning tea and visitors are always welcome.

YAMBA LIONS CLUB Yamba Lions Club’s meetings are held 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month at Yamba Bowling Club, commencing 7 for 7.30pm. For further information, please contact the Secretary Peter 0417546097. Social outings also held at various time and Visitors and New members welcome.

ALL RIVERS ALLNORTHERN NORTHERN RIVERS TOASTMASTERS CAN HELP! Would you like to become better at socialising? Then Toastmasters Speechcraft can help. Do you need to make an important Speech? Then Toastmasters Speechcraft can help. In Focus Toastmasters club will be running a 6-week Speechcraft course commencing 17th May at 7:30pm. The course will be run online through zoom Cost: $100 (if you decide to join Toastmasters after the course, to continue your journey, this cost will pay for your membership and fees up to September). For details, please contact Donna on Ph: 0428878421.

AA - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday 10:30am Byron Bay, church hall, Ruskin St, James 0417463057 & ZOOM 8245993030 Pwd 122436 12.15pm Lismore - Ch Hall (at back) Cnr 118 Woodlark St & Church Ln 0417 477 151 (Terry) 6:00pm Grafton Salvation Army Hall 91–93 Oliver St David 0429528537/Leonie 0407585527 6.00pm - Womens Meeting 2/3/4th weeks/month Brunswick Hds CWA Hall Cnr Park&Booyun Deb 0401204279

6.30pm Lismore, Womens Meeting, For ZOOM details contact 0455316248 7.00pm Byron Bay, Ch Hall rear of13 Ruskin St 0402576493 Mitch 7.00pm Casino, Nth Cst Comm Ch 67 Richmond St (via rear lane), Annie 66619141/Di 0477004453 Tuesday 10.00am Murwillumbah, ConXions Ch,19 Prince St, 0412092497 Kevin ZOOM 246715814 Pwd UKI 10.30am Mullumbimby, Uniting Ch Hall Cnr Dalley & Whian Sts 5.00pm Tabulum, CWA Hall, 16 Court St, 1hr, Sarah 0457812962 5:30pm Bangalow, Church hall 73 Byron St - 1 hour 7.00pm Online Only, Northern Rivers Promises – ZOOM 83159091987 Pwd AA 7.30pm Tweed Hds, ZOOM 82827792107 Pwd 895224 Mens Mtg Wednesday 6.30am Mullumbimby, Iain 0499282820, 1hr mtg, ZOOM 198385272 Pwd 804343 10.00am Ballina, ch hall Cnr Burnet & Norton Sts Penny 0428 871 356 / Nicole 0407 939 356 10.00am UKI Holy Trinity Church 1473 Kyogle Rd 12.15pm Lismore - Ch Hall (at back) Cnr 118 Woodlark St & Church Ln 0417 477 151 (Terry) 12:15pm Lismore, 66899351 Richard, ZOOM 232109437 Pwd doVe 1.00pm Yamba Comm Ctr, Treelands Dr near Osprey Dr 1.00pm Brunswick Hds, RSL Hall, Cnr Fawcett & Tweed Sts, Dennis 0412512941 6.00pm Kyogle, ch hall, cnr Campbell & Kyogle Rds, 0429200955 Gordon ZOOM 82360835965 Pwd Unity 6.30pm Lismore, ZOOM 86700409512 Pwd AA 7.00pm Byron Bay, ZOOM 7490467278 Pwd 767201, Lee 0423166225 Thursday 12.30pm Mullumbimby, CWA Hall Tincogan St 6.00pm Murwillumbah, church hall cnr Waterloo St & QLD Rd, Robert 66795076 7.00pm Byron Bay, St Pauls Anglican Ch, 14 Kingsley St, Byron 7.00pm Pottsville Beach Public School, Tweed Coast Rd 0423578899 Janet 7.00pm Casino, Ch Hall 67 Richmond ST (Entry at rear via lane) Annie 66619141 or Di 0477004453 8.00pm Ballina, ch hall cnr Burnet & Norton Sts, Steve 0412324570 Jack 0429772867 Friday 8.00am Pottsville, Black Rock sporting oval, Text Scotty 0419443196 ALL WEATHER 12.00pm Byron Bay, Presbyterian Ch, Ruskin St 12.15pm Lismore - Ch Hall (at back) Cnr 118 Woodlark St & Church Ln 0417 477 151 (Terry) 12:15pm Lismore, 0417477151 Terry – ZOOM 232109437 Pwd doVe

5.30pm Brunswick Hds, CWA Hall Cnr Park & Booyun Sts, 1 hr 6.30pm Lennox Head, Scout Hall 1 Mackney Ln 6.30pm Maclean, church hall, 8-10 Wharf St, John 66464263 7.00pm Byron Bay, Presbyterian Ch, 13 Ruskin St (at back) 1 hr, Greg 0427 629 487 Saturday 8.00am Ballina, BBQ area near skate park, Kingsford smith Dr roundabout 9.00am Sth Golden Beach Sth Golden Bch hall Pacific Espl.

3.00pm Nimbin, 54 Cullen St (between Enviro Ctr & Apothecary) 3.30pm Byron Bay, church hall, Ruskin St 1hr Mens Mtg 3.30pm Byron Bay, Community Cabin - Carlyle St & ZOOM 6077766231 Pwd 026887 Nicole 0413358457 Womens Mtg

5.00pm Murwillumbah, ConXions Ch, 19 Prince St 6.30pm Lismore, ZOOM 657706645 Pwd AA Sunday 9 00am Ballina, St Marys Church Cnr Burnet & Norton Sts 1hr 10.00am Lismore, Uniting Ch Hall, Cnr Woodlark St & Church Ln (entry at back) 66213745 Ina 12.15pm Alstonville, ch hall, The Avenue (entry via car park at back) alstonvillesundaybbs@gmail.com 6.30pm Yamba, Community Ctr, Treelands Dr 7.00pm Brunswick Hds, Uniting Ch, Cnr Fingal & Byron Sts, 1hr, Jo 0413720771, & ZOOM 9875553 164 PW 645162 AA CONTACTS Northern Rivers Central District – 0468360160 nrcdofaa@gmail.com Byron Shire District 1800423431 or 0401945671 Iluka 0428303074 (Di) / Tabulum 0457812962 (Sarah) National Website http://www.aa.org.au

AL-ANON Family Groups (families / friends of Alcoholics) 1300 252 666 - www.al-anon.org.au Monday 6:30pm Banora Point Salvation Army Tweed Ctr, Cnr Woodlands/Leisure Dr Tuesday 12.00PM Grafton CWA Rooms, Cnr Duke / Pound St. 1:00pm Lismore Z Block 1st Floor Room 82 Sthrn Cross Uni, Rifle Range Rd off rear verandah & ZOOM ID 252 666 0000 Wednesday 6.30pm Ballina– Anglican Ch Admin Building, 24 Burnet St & ZOOM 2526660000 Thursday 12:30pm Yamba Community Ctr, 24 Treelands Dr 5:00pm (QLD time) (with Alateen) Tweed Hds Anglican Ch, 13 Powell St Friday 12.00pm (QLD time) Tweed-Coolangatta St Augustine Parish Ctr, 58 McLean St 2:00pm Bangalow ZOOM 2526660000 Sunday 4:00pm Chinderah 7th Day Adventist Ch, 83 Phillip St.

The Northern Rivers Times

May 27, 2021

66 FISHING / TIDES / WEATHER EVANS HEAD Snapper, trag jew, spanish and broad barred mackerel on Kahors Reef, bream, tailor and mulloway at night along Airforce Beach, bream and luderick along the rock walls at the Evans River mouth and flathead and whiting on the making tide in the lower reaches of the river.

FISHING NEWS

POTTSVILLE Snapper, tuskfish, spanish and spotty mackerel on the close reefs, dart, bream, whiting and a few tailor along the beaches, mulloway off the headlands, flathead, whiting and bream in the mid to lower reaches of the creeks, luderick around the

bridge pylons and rock walls and mud crabs in the upper reaches.

TWEED COAST Flathead, bream and giant trevally on lures in the lower reaches of the Tweed River.

OFFSHORE: Spanish mackerel and wahoo at Tweed 9 Mile and the local reefs.

CURRUMBIN Flathead and whiting in the low tide gutters and a few tailor on top of the tide along the beaches and flathead, bream and whiting in the lower reaches of the creeks.

SOUTHPORT

Snapper, pearl perch, tuskfish, blue morwong and yellowtail king in 82 to 90 metres from Point Lookout to the Tweed, silver jew and cobia on the 12s, 18s and 24s, school mackerel on the close reefs, dart, flathead, bream, tarwhine and chopper tailor along the beaches, flathead, trevally and school jew in Southport Seaway, trevally, tarpon and giant herring throughout Southport Broadwater, sand whiting on the last of the ebb along the Bundall reach of the Nerang River and bream and grunter bream throughout the rivers.

JUMPINPIN Tailor in the surf at South Straddie, flathead around

the banks in Jacobs Well Channel, bream along Kalinga Bank and mud crabs out from the mouth of the creeks.

REDLAND BAY Bream, flathead and small snapper around Coochiemudlo Island.

School mackerel and longtail tuna around Peel and Goat Islands. Flathead and bream in Canaipa Passage.

Snapper and flathead around the southern bay islands, snapper at West Peel and Harry Atkinson artificial reefs, bream at night along the rock walls and in the canals and sand crabs off Ormiston.

NORTHERN RIVERS TEMPERATURE & RAINFALL PREDICTIONS AREA GRAFTON EVANS KYOGLE BALLINA MULLUM TWEED

Thurs 27th May 21 - 8 21o - 9o 20o - 5o 21o - 9o 22o - 9o 25o - 9o o

o

Fri 28th May

5% 44% 40% 44% 45% 6%

21 - 2 21o - 7o 20o - 3o 21o - 7o 21o - 7o 22o - 6o o

MOON PHASES Thu 27 May

Sun 30 May

Wed 2 June

o

4% 45% 6% 45% 43% 41%

Sat 29th May 21 - 4 20o - 9o 20o - 5o 20o - 9o 20o - 10o 21o - 10o o

o

4% 53% 39% 53% 55% 48%

Sun 30th May

Mon 31st May

22 - 4 20o - 11o 20 - 10o 20o - 11o 19o - 11o 19o - 11o

22 - 5 20o - 10o 20o - 10o 20o - 10o 20o - 11o 19o - 11o

o

o

5% 42% 6% 42% 46% 42%

o

o

5% 4% 5% 4% 4% 5%

Tues 1st June 22 - 7 20o - 11o 20o - 10o 20o - 11o 20o - 11o 20o - 11o o

o

4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 5%

Wed 2nd June 22o - 7o 21o - 11o 21o - 10o 21o - 11o 20o - 11o 20o - 11o

44% 52% 39% 52% 51% 65%

TIDE TIMES & HEIGHTS CLARENCE - RIVER ENTRANCE

Waning Gibbous 98% Visible

Waning Gibbous 78% Visible

Last Quarter 50% Visible

Sunrise & Sunset

DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

SUNRISE 6:30 am 6:31 am 6:31 am 6:32 am 6:32 am 6:33 am 6:33 am

LOW 3:05 am 0.3m 4:03 am 0.3m 5:02 am 0.34m 6:04 am 0.39m 7:04 am 0.44m 8:02 am 0.49m 8:58 am 0.52m

HIGH 9:28 pm 1.94m 10:20 pm 1.92m 11:13 pm 1.86m 12:41 pm 1.15m 1:52 pm 1.14m 3:01 pm 1.17m

LOW 2:40 pm 0.3m 3:25 pm 0.36m 4:11 pm 0.44m 5:01 pm 0.53m 5:57 pm 0.62m 7:02 pm 0.69m 8:16 pm 0.74m

EVANS HEAD - RIVER ENTRANCE DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

NORTHERN RIVERS AREA

HIGH 8:47 am 1.41m 9:40 am 1.33m 10:35 am 1.25m 11:35 am 1.19m 12:08 am 1.77m 1:04 am 1.67m 2:02 am 1.57m

HIGH 8:34 am 1.44m 9:26 am 1.37m 10:18 am 1.31m 11:15 am 1.26m 12:14 pm 1.23m 12:43 am 1.79m 1:44 am 1.7m

LOW 3:05 am 0.24m 3:59 am 0.25m 4:53 am 0.29m 5:47 am 0.35m 6:43 am 0.43m 7:40 am 0.5m 8:40 am 0.56m

HIGH 9:08 pm 2.05m 9:58 pm 2.03m 10:50 pm 1.97m 11:46 pm 1.89m 1:19 pm 1.22m 2:31 pm 1.25m

LOW 2:41 pm 0.25m 3:28 pm 0.3m 4:17 pm 0.38m 5:12 pm 0.47m 6:10 pm 0.57m 7:13 pm 0.66m 8:21 pm 0.73m

BALLINA - RIVER ENTRANCE SUNSET 4:59 pm 4:59 pm 4:58 pm 4:58 pm 4:58 pm 4:58 pm 4:57 pm

DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

HIGH 8:54 am 1.4m 9:48 am 1.31m 10:43 am 1.23m 11:40 am 1.16m 12:06 am 1.8m 1:01 am 1.69m 1:59 am 1.59m

LOW 3:09 am 0.37m 4:07 am 0.36m 5:06 am 0.38m 6:07 am 0.43m 7:08 am 0.48m 8:05 am 0.53m 9:00 am 0.57m

HIGH 9:30 pm 1.99m 10:21 pm 1.97m 11:12 pm 1.9m 12:40 pm 1.13m 1:45 pm 1.13m 2:55 pm 1.17m

LOW 2:41 pm 0.33m 3:27 pm 0.37m 4:15 pm 0.44m 5:06 pm 0.52m 6:03 pm 0.6m 7:08 pm 0.68m 8:19 pm 0.74m

BRUNSWICK HEADS - RIVER ENTRANCE

BE SEEN IN THE NORTHERN RIVERS TIMES BY OVER 200,000 READERS EACH WEEK TO ADVERTISE CALL 6662 6222 OR EMAIL sales@nrtimes.com.au

DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

HIGH 8:42 am 1.41m 9:32 am 1.32m 10:26 am 1.24m 11:21 am 1.17m 12:23 pm 1.13m 12:53 am 1.71m 1:50 am 1.6m

LOW 2:54 am 0.3m 3:51 am 0.31m 4:50 am 0.34m 5:48 am 0.39m 6:47 am 0.44m 7:45 am 0.48m 8:40 am 0.5m

HIGH 9:24 pm 2.01m 10:14 pm 1.99m 11:05 pm 1.93m 11:58 pm 1.83m

LOW 2:40 am 0.34m 3:36 am 0.35m 4:33 am 0.39m 5:33 am 0.44m 6:34 am 0.49m 7:36 am 0.53m 8:33 am 0.55m

HIGH 9:17 pm 1.95m 10:10 pm 1.93m 11:04 pm 1.88m

1:32 pm 1.13m 2:44 pm 1.17m

LOW 2:24 pm 0.2m 3:09 pm 0.25m 3:57 pm 0.33m 4:48 pm 0.43m 5:46 pm 0.54m 6:53 pm 0.63m 8:08 pm 0.69m

TWEED HEADS - RIVER ENTRANCE DAY Thursday 27th May Friday 28th May Saturday 29th May Sunday 30th May Monday 31st May Tuesday 1st June Wednesday 2nd June

HIGH 8:28 am 1.41m 9:20 am 1.33m 10:16 am 1.25m 11:18 am 1.19m 12:00 am 1.79m 12:57 am 1.7m 1:55 am 1.61m

12:26 pm 1.15m 1:37 pm 1.15m 2:51 pm 1.19m

LOW 2:15 pm 0.25m 3:01 pm 0.31m 3:50 pm 0.4m 4:43 pm 0.5m 5:43 pm 0.6m 6:52 pm 0.69m 8:08 pm 0.74m

May 27, 2021

SPORTS RESULTS 67 SEND YOUR SPORTS RESULTS TO sports@nrtimes.com.au Please try to keep under 150 words. Photos can be sent but publishing is at the discretion of the Editor Results must be sent in word, pdf or pages format CORAKI VETERANS GOLF RESULTS THURSDAY 20/5/21 A larger field of 48 players contested the 18 hole single stableford, Winner K Lloyd, 2nd J Nilsson, 3rd B Collyer, free game G O,Connor, chicken/ball winners T Duff,, I Welsh, T Wood, S Ormond, W Henwood, R Thorne, M Perkins, M Fairfull, R Vass, K Rodgers, P Smith. Nearest pins 3rd/12th G O,connor, 6th/15th A Parr’ This Thursday another 18 hole single stableford event will be played commencing with a shot gun start at 8.30am followed by the monthly barbque.

G.Porter 17 d G.Drew B.Reedy 16 R.Chapman 18 d L.Turner 12.

Ricochet : P.Bolte 26 d J.Hannigan 23 M.Field 20 d J.Murphy A.Kelly 19 N.Watts P.Scott 8 d P.Doyle R.Allen 5 Club championships : N.Barnes 26 d M.Russell 9 R.Chapman 19 d D.Scott 10 P.Bolte M.Russell 17 d B.Wellings 15 G.Drew 14 d N.Barnes G.Porter 13 J.Hannigan R.Chapman19 d P.Scott N.Watts 13 P.Waters 14 d G.Kerr P.Doyle 10 Golf : J.OSullivan G.Frederiksen 9 d P.Scott D.Goulding 4 G.Patch R.Chapman8 d F.Frederiksen D.Taylor 5 J.Saunders J.Murphy 7 d J.Huxley N.Barnes 7 P.Doyle 6 d M.Russell 4 F.DuncanJ.Campbell 4d L.Wesely L.Whiteman 4 P.Scott L.Whiteman 7 d J.Saunders F.Frederiksen 5 G.Frederiksen 5 d D.Scott F.Duncan 5 J.OSullivanJ.Campbell 8 d J.Huxley M.Russell 4 D.Goulding G.Patch 5 d N.Barnes L.Wesely 5 R.Chapman 7 d P. Doyle.

Runner Up: Tony Zeltins, Rod Davis, Rod West Wednesday Morning Open Pairs: Winners: Pat Eakin & Gordon Wood Runner Up: Keith Fairhurst & Phil Brandon Wednesday Open Bowls: Winners: Speedy Murphy, Elmo Koelmeyer, Mike Hardinge Runners Up: Ted Robinson, Keith Ward, Ian Whitehall Thursday Sharkies Singles: Winner of Winners: Darren Black Runner Up of Winners: Lance Watson Winner of Losers: Robyn Charles Runner Up Winner of Losers: Michael Cuy Men Club Championship Fours Final: Tony Middlemiss, Kim Mitchell, Phil Brandon, Shane O’Toole Defeated Jason Preo, Brian Spurway, Ross Purdon, Ray Hevers

AS USUAL TILL THEN GOOD GOLFING

OCEAN SHORES BOWLS FOR SPORTS

CASINO SOCIAL GOLF RESULTS 23-05-2021 Victory went to Jeff Sneath on Sunday with a net score of 25 from Rob Horseman with 27, 3rd, Fred Bruni 28 and the players draw to N.Rose.

Nearest to pins: 1st, 6th & 17th, T.Jenkins. 3rd, D.Roberts. 4th, 5th & 18th, Vinny. 7th, G.Skennar.Next Sunday’s event sponsored by Damien Pacitto Electrical Casino will be a single stableford on the top 11 holes followed by a general meeting and a BBQ and visitors are welcome to play with hit off from 6-30am till 7-30am KYOGLE BOWLS RESULTS Wednesday May 19 - M Lavelle J Arnold G Miller d W Farrell T Burgess S Colley + 30, S Barton P Hogan P Doyle d M Brown D Condon R McKenna + 9, P Anderson K Hayes G Lavelle d B Ryan R McKenna R Felton + 9, G Knapp G King N Bodycote d R Clark B Studders B Hyde + 3 .Saturday May 22 - P Bywater K Hayes G Miller d B Ryan N Parker T Winkler + 23, D Williams D Condon D Farrell d M Brown G King R Rogers + 8, G Knapp P Williams S Hall d A Williams L Condon R Feltpon + 5, W Farrell K Walters D Zelcer d A Rogers M Windsor S Colley + 5. Championships - 4s P Anderson K Hayes J Arnold B Hyde d B Ellis R Felton G Miller D McQuilty 20 to 9, A grade singles M Harris d N Bodycote 31 to 11, A grade pairs T Holderr D Petherbridge d M Lavelle G Lavelle 22 to 15.

CHERRY STREET CROQUET CLUB SPORTS RESULTS Pennants : Byron Bay 3 d Cherry Street 3 Association : L.Hardy P.Hume 17 d S.Hume B.Hardy 10

OCEAN SHORES GRADE 4 PENNANT TEAM

Association handicap doubles club championships final winners Ray Chapman and Neville Poynting all smiles after a tough final win 12 to 9 over runners up Gloria Drew and Greg Porter.

SOUTH TWEED BOWLS RESULTS South Tweed Sports (Bowls Section) aka South Tweed Sharks Bowls Results Week Date: Saturday…15th May to Friday 21st May 2021 Saturday Open Bowls Winners: Ted Robinson, Jim McBain, Keith Graham, Barry McLennan Runner Up: Don Bateson, Elmo Koelmeyer, Rob Sellar, Peter Johnston Saturday Open Pairs: Winners: Kevin Wormald & Laurie Gersbach Runners Up: Kevin McMahon & Ray Hickman Tuesday Open Bowls: Winner: Jock Reid, Joan Reid, Matti Jarvinen, Marlene Wormald

Standing: Emma Scattergood (Umpire from Brunswick Heads), Johnnie Busch, Betty Linabury, Barbara Sprengel, Marj Wilks, Karen Morrison, Lyn Wickham.

Seated: Margaret Fredericks, Heather Rowland.

Others to play were Delys DeZwaan, Glenys Johnston and Dot Gardiner.

Even though the final results were not favourable, this group of ladies thoroughy enjoyed the experience of participating in the Tweed-Byron District Pennant season recently completed. 5 of the ladies had never played at this level before so it was very much a learning curve for them but one full of enthusiasm and they can hardly wait to do it all over again next year.

OLD BOYS DAY WITH DAVID CAMPESE CALLING ALL OLD BOYS AND SUPPORTERS The Casino Bulls are excited to announce that this year’s old boys’ day on Saturday, July 31 will be joined by David Campese, the first wallaby to reach 100 test caps!

Please inform your friends/family members as it is sure to be a great weekend.

Saturday: - from 12.15pm Campese and all Bulls old boys will be coming along to support the Bulls in four grades of what will be great rugby!

- From 6.30pm till late We will be holding a dinner and auction at the Casino RSM club where David will speak on grassroots rugby, the importance of country rugby and all things rugby in general! ( Tickets below $45pp two-course meal and two free drinks) http://www.trybooking.com/BRKGA Sunday - From 9am David will be running a FREE coaching clinic at the grounds for juniors until be sure to take advantage of the wealth of knowledge!

- 10.30am seniors coaching clinic followed by BBQ lunch We thank our major sponsor Casino RSM Club for helping us make this event possible.

May 27, 2021

68 SPORTS

FNC HOCKEY U18’S GIRLS STATE CHAMPS

Far North Coast Hockey fields in Goonellabah and Ballina were busy on the weekend with teams contesting the Steggles NSW Under 18 Girls’ Field State Championships.

North West Sydney Hockey Association took out Division 1, Grafton Hockey Association Inc claimed Division 2 and Metropolitan South West Hockey Association - MSW won Division 3.

The Far North Coast Hockey Division 2 team played in the Grand Final but lost to Grafton.

“I personally wish to congratulate, express my gratitude and thank all our wonderful players, coaches, managers, organising committee and volunteers for their work and dedication to the NSW Under 18 Girl’s Field State Championships,” Far North Coast Hockey Inc president Nathan Kesteven said.

“The effort put in by our players and their support

teams was fantastic and they are a credit to our association

and our hockey community.

“The organisation and

running of the tournament was excellent and I thank all those

who put in their own time and effort to make this happen.”

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Northern Rivers surfers Kyuss King from Byron Bay, Dakoda Walters from Angourie and Nathan Hedge from Pottsville finished in second, third and fourth respectively at the 2021 Gold Coast Open that was decided in nearperfect surf at Burleigh Point.

After two days of strong surf and showery weather, the final days sunny and clean conditions were a welcome change for competitors. Queensland’s

highest profile surfing event of 2021, the Gold Coast Open, also featured Stab Media running its famed Electric Acid Surfboard Test during the event - an exploration of alternative board design, pairing world-class surfers with cutting-edge surfboards.

Previous winners of the Burleigh-based event include Queenslanders Julian Wilson and Isabella Nichols, as well as other World Championship Tour surfers Taj Burrow, Sally

Pictured: John John Florence at Margaret River Photographer: WSL/Dunbar

Pictured: John John Florence at Margaret River Photographer: WSL/Dunbar

Fitzgibbons and Owen Wright.

The World Surf League has just announced that Margaret River favourite, and world title hopeful, John John Florence has withdrawn from his quarter final heat and the rest of the Margaret River event, as well as the upcoming Rip Curl Search evet at Rottnest Island, citing injury. In a just released statement, Florence declared: “Unfortunately, I hurt my left knee on the end section of a wave during my round 16 heat two days ago.

I was able to surf the rest of my heat, just kind of feeling it out, but I knew something was off.

It’s not the same knee I dealt with last year so that’s good, but with the Olympics coming up this summer I’m going to focus on healing up and getting strong. Thanks to everyone for the support and to Australia for having us.

We’re very appreciative and had a great time.”

Rumours suggest that John may have torn his AC

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SEAGULLS NAIL BIGGEST WIN IN SIX YEARS Neil Cadigan, Tweed Media The Campbell Construction Co. Tweed Seagulls today recorded their biggest winning margin since 2015 with a 54-12 demolition of Brisbane Tigers at Piggabeen Sports Complex, proving they are a genuine contender to win their first Intrust Super Cup premiership since 2006.

Five-eighth Lindon McGrady converted all of Tweed’s nine tries, three from right on the touchline, and added a try of his own for a career-best 22 points as the Seagulls came from behind for the seventh time in eight games this season.

It was the first half-century posted by the Seagulls since a 52-24 win against the Cutters in Mackay in the corresponding eighth round in 2018, with a Tweed side that boasted NRL heavyweights Kane Elgey, AJ Brimson and Moeaki Fotuaika, and the biggest margin since the 50-4 slaughter of Burleigh Bears in the Rivalry Round clash of ’15.

Yet it took 23 minutes for Tweed make an imprint on

despite only one defeat in eight games.

“The boys were able to keep the pressure on them non-stop and the score showed that,” said the Fijian international. “That was the most pleasing thing for me.

“We started a bit slow again, as we have been in most games this season, but we struck back quicker than usual and didn’t let go.

“They were missing a few players but the belief in the team is building, and to post a big score like that will be good for our confidence. We have Norths Devils, who are above us on the ladder, next round so that will be the real indication of where we’re at.”

Coach Ben Woolf agreed that it wasn’t the exhibition of tryscoring that was the most important component but the defensive effort of the forwards and the team’s step forward in controlling the ball and constructively building pressure in an effort that mirrored the 28-16 round five win against Redcliffe.

“We know we have plenty of strike out wide but the forwards deserved the most

the scoreboard, while the Tigers were down to 14 men with Mitch Frei in the sin bin for a high tackle, after Brisbane had gone to a 6-0 lead after nine minutes with a converted try to fullback Michael Purcell.

It was a tough, even encounter for the first 20 minutes before McGrady opened the scoring with one of several long-range Tweed tries. Lindon backed up to take an inside pass from cousin Brayden McGrady after centre Lee Turner had broken free.

That started a scoring spree that saw the Seagulls score nine tries in 44 minutes to demoralise the Tigers who were missing some key players but still fielded an experienced ISC side.

Skipper Lamar Liolevave, one of Tweed’s unsung heroes this season with his tough carries and efficient defence on the left edge, said it wasn’t the points barrage that impressed him most about the victory but the consistency in applying pressure over 80 minutes, something Tweed have struggled to do this season

credit today in getting on top after a physical first 20 and going on with the job.”

Fullback Jayden Campbell again impressed with some brilliant touches from fullback in front of Titans coach Justin Holbrook and his number one No. 1 AJ Brimson. He scored Tweed’s second try in the 23rd minute after stepping around three defenders and was prominent in three others.

Treymain Spry, who played five NRL games for the Titans last season, picked up two tries while Darius Farmer made his mark, scoring a try and pulling off the hit of the day with a brutal head-on tackle on Tigers halfback and skipper Darren Nicholls in the 55th minute.

The ball was coughed up because of the impact with Joe Vuna scooping it up and running away before sending an overhead pass to the supporting Spry who ran under the posts. Farmer was later sin-binned for a high tackle.

Tweed scored some polished tries after spreading the ball on the back of good downfield headway,

with half Toby Sexton and Lindon McGrady directing play well in the team’s most dominant performance of the season.

McGrady took his points tally to 425 points since joining the club in 2017 and needs only eight more to pass James Wood’s 432 to become the third highest scorer for the club in Queensland Cup competition – behind Brad Davis’ 1066 and Nathaneal Barnes’ 514.

The Seagulls are unbeaten in their past five games this season and have won 12 and drawn one of the past 16 matches since 2019. They take on the Devils in two weeks after a well-earned rest next weekend in the second week of the split round.

TWEED SEAGULLS 54 (T Spry 2, L McGrady, J Campbell, L Hampson, D Farmer, B McGrady, K Murphy, T Walters tries; L McGrady 9 goals) def.

BRISBANE TIGERS 12 (M Purcell, J People tries; B Torpy 2 goals) at Piggabeen Sports Complex.

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CASINO COUGARS AND REBELS HIT HALF CENTURY THE KYOGLE TURKEYS TO DOWN SEA EAGLES

Rebels forward Luke Walker dives over to score near the posts to score the Rebel’s third try against the Macksville Sea Eagles at McKittrick Park.

By Tim Howard

It was a close match up between the Casino Cougars and the Kyogle Turkeys in round four of the Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League on the weekend.

The Cougars edged out the Turkeys, winning by only two points, 24-22.

The Casino Ladies League Team dominated winning 10-0 but Kyogle proved too strong in the U18s, winning 26-24 and Reserves, 36-18.

The Lismore Marist Brothers Rams showed their strength across all grades, defeating an in-form Ballina Seagulls 14-10 in first grade, and

the Ramettes (Ladies League Team) also won 30-10.

The U18s lost to the Seagulls 14-12 but Reserves brought it back, 30-4.

The Cudgen Hornets first grade defeated Bilambil Jets 34-16 and the Reserves tied at 16-16.

In the U18s Cudgen beat Bilambil 30-14.

The Murwillumbah Mustangs were too strong for Mullumbimby Giants in first grade, winning 40-14.

The Byron Bay first grade enforced the mercy rule dominating

Northern United 64-4.

The Evans Head Bombers first grade defeated the Lower Clarence Magpies 38-18, but the Magpies Ladies League Team defeated the Bombers 22-16.

Next weekend, the Rams travel up to Tweed to take on the Raiders, Northern United will play Lower Clarence at Lismore, Mullumbimby will host Evans, Cudgen will host Byron, the Turkeys will travel up to Bilambil, the Cougars will head to Ballina and the Mustangs have a bye.

Game on for Yamba Football Club

Yamba Football Club’s growing success has attracted a $16,220 grant to put more bums on seats at its ground.

Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan arrived last week to announce the grant to improve seating by installing three new grandstands.

“Yamba Sports

Complex has two senior fields, six junior fields, and eight Miniroos fields,” Mr Hogan said.

“It is great to see that memberships for the club and spectator numbers are growing.

“The new grandstands will create 120 new seats for spectators and supporters so they can sit safely on the sidelines

and off the damp grass in wet weather.

“The seating will also serve other clubs in the community including Yamba Touch, Yamba Cricket, Yamba Croquet and Yamba Dog Club.”

This funding has been provided through the Round 6 of the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program.

The South Grafton Rebels have sounded a warning to the Group 2 Rugby League competition with a 50-26 thumping of the table topping Macksville Sea Eagles at McKittrick Park on Sunday.

Following the disappointment of losing the local derby against the Grafton Ghosts last week, the Rebels bounced back in emphatic fashion.

In fact they did the Ghosts a favour, handing the outright competition lead to their cross town rivals.

The Rebels took on the Sea Eagles strength in their forwards and by midway through the first half began to dominate.

But South Grafton’s veteran backrower Grant Stevens cautioned against too much optimism as the Rebels defence dropped its guard in the final 30 minutes of the game, conceding all 26 point to some very soft tries.

Stevens described the Rebels’ first 40 minutes as “perfect” and it was hard to disagree.

With their defence sorted and captain coach Roy Bell calling the shots at five-eighth, the Rebels unleashed an a la carte menu of try scoring.

From Luke Walker’s dive from dummy half, to Mike Rigg’s 80 metre intercept try, punctuated by a deft Roy Bell kick into the in-goal which Lewis Cooper dived on to score and Bell’s delightful midfield grubber which fullback Willy Baker screamed onto to score under the post, the Rebels were a threat from anywhere on the field.

The Rebels also pounced on opposition mistakes as they demonstrated with hooker Hakeem Torrens’ longrange try.

Macksville looked dangerous after a string of quick play the balls and with the Rebels back pedalling five-eighth Zane Doolan attempted a chip kick, which a Rebel’s player snapped up like cricket slips catch.

He ran into the backfield and passed to Torrens who sprinted more than 60 metres to score in the left corner.

The Rebels also moved the big Seagulls pack around with sweeping backline plays leading to tries, like Hughie Stanley’s opening score 10 minutes into the second half, which put the Rebels 34-0 ahead.

But it was also the signal for the Rebels’ defence to dial down the intensity.

Failure to commit in the tackle led to Macksville’s first try and just a few minutes later some confusion in the outside backs allowed Macksville’s winger Jimmy Cutmore to score.

He scored again several minutes later after the Rebels coughed up possession near their line.

While the Rebels’ defence dropped off, the attack was still razor sharp.

On attack on the left edge, Bell spotted an opportunity for winger Keiron Johnson-Heron and threw a pinpoint, 20-metre pass onto the chest of the flying winger, who raced 40 metres to score.

The final quarter was end to end football with Macksville scoring two more tries to take the score to 46-26.

But the Rebels had the final say on the score sheet as a desperate Macksville attacked down the left and threw a loopy pass toward an unmarked winger.

With finger tip control Rebels centre Mike Rigg intercepted the ball and

then thundered 80 metres to take the Rebels total to 50.

Halfback Tyrelle Roberts had a magic day with the boot, kicking seven conversions from nine attempts including two from the touchline.

His failure to convert Rigg’s final try hit the upright and bounced out.

After the game Bell said he was pleased with the way his team bounced back from last week’s disappointing loss.

“The team we had today would have to be closest we’ve had to a full strength team all year,” he said.

“It was good to see how the boys responded this week. We’ve really put in at training and that showed.”

Bell said his move from hooker into the halves helped.

“It was all about communicating, making some early calls to let the boys know what was going to happen,” he said.

Bell said he was surprised at the scoreline as he rated the Macksville team a benchmark.

“It was a good scoreline for us, but we have to forget about that now and move on to the rest of the season,” he said.

The Rebels reserves also scored a 38-20 win, while Ladies league tag lost 10-4 and the under18s also lost 26-12.

Ghosts head the table A sewerage spill from a property neighbouring the Grafton Ghosts’ home ground, Frank McGuren Field forced the Ghosts to travel to Bellingen for a 12-10 win.

Details from the game were not available at deadline.

It was a hard day for the Ghosts as both reserves and ladies league town went to down to the Magpies.

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INDIGENOUS FOOTBALL ROUND May 28-30 This weekend has been designated by Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) as Indigenous Round.

Northern NSW Football CEO David Eland has outlined this initiative by saying; “The purpose of the inaugural Indigenous Round is to provide the football community with an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the contribution and participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout our game in northern NSW. While our game exists within an environment that may be described as eclectic, having a specific focus on the people who are of this land, is what underpins the alignment of football this weekend as a gesture of respect to Indigenous people.

To showcase the important influence of the participants who we acknowledge this weekend, on behalf of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, I invited Casey King to share her experience as a proud Widjabul woman from the Bunjalung Nation who is one of an increasing number of players with an indigenous heritage who are actively involved with the World Game. There are seven players in Casey’s women’s team at Italo Stars FC who identify as being indigenous and it is clear that the connection with their mob is now rightfully celebrated more broadly within the community than ever before.

Casey was born in Lismore and despite playing several sports as a child, she did not play soccer until she was an adult. That began an obsession with the game and its now an

integral part of family activity, with partner Ben, plus children Archie and Ulai all playing for Italo Stars FC (Football Far North Coast zone).

Casey’s contribution to the game extends beyond just being a player and in conjunction with fellow Indigenous man and Rovers premier league defender Shayne Smith, established the Bundjalung Warriors several years ago. A male squad and a female squad, were formed and

each participated in the National Indigenous Tournament that was convened in Logan Queensland, over a three day period in November 2018.

Casey said that many of the local players had not realised the depth of indigenous players who were involved in soccer across the 24 zone clubs and the opportunity to bring some of this mob from the Bundjalung Nation together, resonated on many levels.

The tournament also saw many mobs come together, through football, that Casey said, can be a challenge in itself and she further recalls how inspiring it was for the hundreds of indigenous (and non-indigenous) people to celebrate their history, through a connection with the land and with each other at a football event.

Casey recalled how former Socceroo captain Craig Foster,

Northern NSW Football is delighted to announce its Talent Support Program squads for 2021.

The Talent Support Program, or TSP, is a Football Australia initiative which provides opportunities for identified talented players to access extra

training to help progress their football development.

The TSP also provides players with opportunities to represent Northern NSW Football at National Youth Championships and potentially transition from NPL and WPL to A-League and W-League academies.

Northern NSW Football’s Hunter Region TSPs consist of under-12s to under-15s girls and boys groups who will be embedded into the Newcastle Jets Academy to achieve better integration between the region’s most talented youth players.

Mid North Coast, North

Coast, Far North Coast and Northern Inland TSPs involve combined age group programs for girls and boys aged 13 to 15.

Northern NSW Football’s TSPs will be conducted in three 10-week cycles. For each cycle, players within the program will be assessed and reviewed with NNSWF having the ability to alter each group to ensure the best players are provided the opportunity to participate.

This also means that players who were not selected for cycle one have the potential to be identified and invited to a later cycle during the year.

TSP players may also be invited to attend NNSWF State Team identification/selection trials, elite games and special tournaments which aim to integrate and expose talented players to the best possible standard of competition and to benchmark themselves against the best in the region, the state and nationally.

Northern NSW Football Head of Football Development Peter Haynes said NNSWF worked closely with the Newcastle Jets and Football Australia as part of the National Talented Player Pathway to implement bespoke TSPs which provide supplementary training in addition to regular club training for its most talented female and male youth players outside the Newcastle Jets Academy system.

“We’ve been committed to implementing a state-wide series of Talent Support Program Hubs in 2021,” Haynes said.

“Importantly, TSPs will be delivered locally across the region through the establishment of the five TSP hubs encompassing metropolitan and regional northern NSW including Hunter Region, Mid North Coast, North Coast, Far North Coast and Northern Inland.

Casey with young indigenous players at Italo Stars FC

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and champion advocate of many worthy causes, took time to attend the Indigenous Tournament back in 2018 and personally make time to speak with the mob from the Bundjalung Nation.

Casey speaks of how that simple gesture demonstrated how football can lead society to evolve in regards to being more inclusive and respectful of people, who have for too long been perceived as being different to what has been engrained in many as a consequence of misplaced views about colour of skin, culture, or background.

Growing up with an anglosaxon bloodline and likely considered to be privileged and educated, I concede that my understanding of our Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander people, is substantially inadequate. Despite wanting to believe that I have an innate capacity to “know” people, the opportunity to listen to people like Casey, is a humbling experience.

Chatting with Casey King was engaging in itself, but the symbolism of the Aboriginal flag, hearing anecdotes of the Widjabul people and just seeing a real spirit in her eyes, left me with a feeling of admiration and respect. The purpose of Indigenous Football Week, has a number of objectives and if I may offer one sentiment, it is urge us collectively to treat each other with respect and recognise that a community will only progress if we learn from the past. This is an appropriate moment to give affirmation that we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

“This gives our most talented players an improved chance of maximising their potential and hopefully be identified to continue their journey along the Talented Player Pathway.”

Northern NSW Football Youth Technical Director Kew Jaliens said the TSP had a number of benefits.

“The Talent Support Program provides alignment and integration with the Newcastle Jets Academy,” Jaliens said.

“It is also really important to continue to push our existing Jets Academy players and the TSP will help us do that by identifying even more talented young players hungry for an opportunity.“It’s also really important for our best regional players and gives them a better chance of being identified.”

Talent Support Program squads will start training across northern NSW from this week.

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REDMEN FLY UNDER THE RADAR TO NOTCH THIRD WIN IN A ROW Riding a wave of confidence from last weekend’s win over Kyogle, the McKimms Grafton Redmen kept their club hopes of silverware alive this season with a 54-17 thumping of Iluka at the Hay Street Rugby Fields on Saturday.

Grafton looked dangerous from the outset after Tyler

announced themselves as players of the future after providing plenty of Edition 47 $2.00 clips for the highlight-reel.

There was a lot to admire about Grafton’s win on Saturday especially their ability to counter-attack, which has been missing in recent years.

After a couple of hiccups early in the season, Grafton have been flying under the radar as they aim to cement themselves as a consistent force.

The Grafton women are still searching for that elusive win after going down 32-0 to Lennox Head in an entertaining and at times fierce contest.

Grafton were pinned down in their own half for most of the game against a well-drilled Lennox Head outfit.

Grafton looked good in patches, but far too many turnovers gifted the visitors field position and as a result plenty of scoring opportunities.

There’s no questioning Grafton’s commitment in defence and if they can work on their attack and support passing, a win is just around the corner.

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Grafton’s backs and forwards combine to make inroads into the Iluka defence at Grafton on Saturday.

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Hancock and Riley LawrenceKing scored in quick succession.

Grafton increased their lead mid-way through the first half when Keaton Ingram and Jayden Pulis both found the chalk.

Shortly after, the crowd rose to their feet when rookie winger Sam Passmore sprinted 80-metres to score

out-wide and give his side a comprehensive 35-0 lead at the break.

Two tries by Iluka’s classy outside backs gave the Cossacks a glimmer of hope, but their revival was shortlived when Redmen captain Kyle Hancock sliced his way through some tired Cossacks defence to score under the uprights.

Jayden Pulis picked up a double when he swooped on a loose ball before super-sub Billy Whalan scored in the dying stages of the match after good lead-up work by the Redmen outside backs.

Hancock took his haul for the day to 19-points with a try and seven conversions while the back three of Pulis, Passmore and Lawrence- King

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