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Push to fund shark bite kits SHARK TRAGEDY

By Sis HIGGINS

THREE surfers and shark attack survivors are leading the call for the roll out of lifesaving emergency response kits on beaches across Australia.

One year after creating Community Shark Bite Kits, founder and Hastings local Danny Schouten has deployed more than 150 kits on beaches across NSW, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia.

“We’re not going to stop doing what we love, so we just have to be better prepared,” he said.

“When a shark attack happens, every second counts.”

The importance of the kits was evident following last week’s death of a Swiss woman and the mauling of her partner, while swimming off Kylies Beach in Crowdy

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efforts might have saved the life of the man she was with. The Swiss tourists were bitten while swimming at Kylies Beach in the Crowdy Bay National Park last Thursday morning. A woman in her 20s

Community in mourning after fatal shark attack at Kylies Beach

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Push to fund shark bite kits

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Bay National Park.

The man was saved by a passer-by who applied a makeshift tourniquet.

Permanent kits were about to be installed on the beach.

“A Shark Bite Kit provides tools that can help control bleeding and hopefully increase someone’s chance of survival,”

Danny said.

“With the support of communities and donors, we can get Shark Bite Kits on every beach around the country.

“It’s about Australian beaches being well-prepared for when these attacks happen and making our coastline a safer place for everyone.”

Danny’s surfer friends and shark attack survivors Toby Begg and Kai McKenzie, whose traumatic experiences on Port Macquarie beaches last year inspired the kits, are supporting his campaign.

Toby said, “Shark Bite Kits are important because they have the potential to be lifesaving specifically to stop massive bleeding until emergency help arrives.”

Kai McKenzie added, “The Shark Bite

Kits are a great idea that could really save someone’s life.”

Medical equipment specialists TacMed supply the contents, which include a tourniquet, two conforming bandages, two large dressings, an emergency thermal blanket, gloves, a whistle and step-by-step instructions on how to treat a shark bite.

GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan said, “I had the privilege of meeting Danny, Toby and Kai last month and admire their drive to roll out such a simple but vital kit.”

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been launched to support the development and rollout of the kits nationally, aiming to give Australians the best possible chance of survival in the event of a shark attack.

Camden Haven leads strong Mid North Coast property gains

By Matt TAYLOR

CAMDEN Haven has emerged as one of the Mid North Coast’s strongest post-pandemic property hotspots, with dwelling values rising nearly 60 percent since December 2019, outpacing Sydney and the national market.

Cotality’s latest figures show buyers have increasingly turned to the local area for lifestyle, affordability and hybrid-work flexibility.

The Port Macquarie Hastings LGA’s result outpaces the national average (50.4 percent) and sits well above Greater Sydney’s 38.9 percent property growth over the same sixyear period.

House values in the LGA have climbed 62.2 percent since December 2019, while units are up 50.9 percent, reflecting strong buyer demand in Lake Cathie, Bonny Hills and Laurieton.

Cotality’s 20-year data shows dwelling values across the Port Macquarie LGA have risen 113 percent, with houses up 124.3 percent and units up 71.9 percent.

This places the region among NSW’s most consistently performing coastal markets.

Cotality executive research director Tim Lawless said the uplift since 2019 reflects broader lifestyle and affordability trends across regional NSW.

“Across regional NSW, dwelling values have risen 61 percent since 2019,” he said.

“Almost half of regional NSW’s 20-year growth has been realised in the past six years.

“Camden Haven, like many coastal markets, benefited from internal migration and the rise of hybrid work.

“The markets started from a relatively low base in 2019, which helped fuel substantial growth.”

He said Sydney’s affordability premium

over regional NSW had narrowed sharply.

“That premium has fallen from 86 percent in 2019 to 59 percent today,” Lawless said.

“It highlights the strength of regional lifestyle markets.”

While the market has cooled from its pandemic-era peak, Lawless said growth had stabilised to a more sustainable level

Annual increases across major north coast hubs – from Port Stephens up to Coffs

Harbour – now range from 4.7 to 6.4 percent, according to Cotality.

“Growth has moderated, but the trend remains positive,” Lawless said.

In the coastal LGAs examined north of Newcastle to Coffs Harbour, Port Stephens posted the strongest result since 2019, with dwelling values rising 73.6 percent.

Coffs Harbour has risen 57 percent, slightly below Camden Haven’s uplift.

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q Cotality executive research director Tim Lawless. Photo: supplied.

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was dead when paramedics attended shortly after but a makeshift tourniquet had stemmed the man's bleeding enough for them to airlift him to hospital.

The man, who is also in his 20s, was taken to John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle in a critical condition, suffering severe thigh and leg injuries.

The intervention of the witness likely saved the man's life, NSW Ambulance Superintendent Josh Smyth said.

"The courage shown by this (person) is amazing," he said.

"To put yourself out there is very heroic, and it did give us time to get that male patient."

The Swiss government confirmed the victims' nationality, and its foreign affairs department said it was providing support for their families.

The beach was closed after the 6.30am incident and reopened the following day.

Five SMART drumlines would be temporarily installed off Kylies Beach, the NSW government said.

They are already in place to the north at Port Macquarie and to the south at Forster.

Police will liaise with wildlife experts to determine what species of shark carried out the attack.

Nearby shark listening stations did not pick up any detections before the incident.

The national park, about an hour's drive south of Port Macquarie, is known for beach camping, fishing spots and walking tracks.

Port Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer said the local community was heartbroken.

"I want to thank the people who stepped in straight away and the first responders who pushed through tough conditions to do everything they could," he told AAP.

Surf Life Saving NSW chief executive Steven Pearce said the "really, really terrible" incident had occurred at a particularly remote part of the national park.

"These incidents are horrific for everyone and unfortunately we've had a few this year already," he told 2GB radio.

"It's so remote there's

Kemp calls out Premier’s comments

MEMBER for Oxley Michael Kemp has called out Premier Chris Minns for “out-of-touch comments” on morning TV show Sunrise regarding the recovery of flood-affected communities along the Mid North Coast.

When asked by host Matt Shirvington what NSW should be most proud of in the past year, the Premier responded: “I think the thing we should be most proud of is the way that we rallied during Cyclone Alfred at the beginning of the year, and the way the community got back up off its knees on the Mid North Coast after those devastating floods.

“I mean, we move on… if you don’t live in that community life moves on, but those towns really went through hell over those couple of weekends.

“I just think their resilience and community spirit really shone through and brought out the best of NSW.”

Mr Kemp believes Mr Minns’ comments reflect a lack of understanding of the

ongoing impact of the floods on the Mid North Coast.

“The Premier speaks as though people have moved on, but our communities haven’t had the luxury of ‘moving on’,” Mr Kemp said.

“I speak with locals everyday who are still facing financial strain, mental health stress, and ongoing infrastructure damage months after the event.

“Many… businesses still don’t have the support they need because the application process has been so complicated, so time-

consuming and so poorly communicated that people can’t get through it."

Mr Kemp said it’s time for the Premier to stop delivering “sympathetic soundbites from a Sydney studio” and start delivering actual support.

“I’m calling on the Premier to get out of Sydney, come back to the Mid North Coast, speak directly with affected residents and businesses and increase the Small Business Recovery Grants to $50,000 because the damage far exceeds the support on offer."

no life guarding services up there."

It is the second fatal shark attack in NSW in two months.

In September, avid surfer Mercury Psillakis, 57, was killed by a great white shark at Long Reef Beach in northern Sydney.

He had been warning other surfers about the shark before he was mauled to death.

It prompted the state government to scrap a trial removal of shark nets at three NSW beaches, with Premier Chris Minns suggesting it would be "silly" to go ahead in light of the attack.

Researchers and animal advocates have long argued the nets - used between Newcastle and Wollongongoffer minimal protection and predominantly injure other sea life.

SMART drumlines, in which sharks are tagged, released and then monitored, have increased in use since their introduction in NSW a decade ago.

q The Swiss tourists were bitten while swimming at Kylies Beach in the Crowdy Bay National Park last Thursday morning. Photo: NSW National Parks/AAP Photos.

q Premier Chris Minns discussed flood recovery on the Mid North Coast in May with Oxley MP Michael Kemp and former NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders.

Camden Haven on a property hot streak

By Matt TAYLOR

THE post-pandemic property boom in Camden Haven has been no surprise to Wayne Heilman, who has spent 44 years in real estate and the past decade selling homes across the district.

When he first arrived, he studied the demographics and growth projections closely and could see the region was primed to increase in popularity.

An ageing population signalled a steady turnover of homes, but a new wave of

younger families has since accelerated that shift.

“Schools are growing, new subdivisions are opening around Lake Cathie, and the demographic is changing,” the Harcourts Laurieton agent said.

He said Camden Haven’s

growth curve has always moved in cycles – spurts, plateaus and the occasional dip – but the long-term trend has remained consistently upward.

That trajectory only strengthened during COVID, defying early fears of a downturn.

“People took stock and said, ‘Let’s get out of Sydney and enjoy a better lifestyle’.

"They didn’t want that rat race anymore,” he said.

Strong spring results in local market

Spring brought one of the busiest selling seasons in years for local agents.

“Homes in the $800,000s and above moved quickly,” Heilman said.

“About 60 percent of our buyers are coming from Sydney or the Central Coast, but local interest is still strong.”

Debbi Phillips, from Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate, said demand was “crazy” during spring, with many homes selling off-market and above asking price.

“I'd say buyers are 50 percent from Greater Sydney and 50 percent from around Port Macquarie,” she said.

Harking back to the area’s first big boom

One Agency North Haven director Gaven Whalley says the local property data from the past 20 years missed a key leadin period.

“Between 2002 and 2004, homes doubled in price here. It was our first big boom,” he said.

“Homes went from $160,000 to just over $300,000 in two years.”

He said that after two softer years post-COVID, the market is now at a “healthier equilibrium”.

“The government’s five percent deposit scheme is bringing first-home buyers back, something we rarely see in this region,” Whalley said.

Population growth outpacing infrastructure

Across Camden Haven and the broader Mid North Coast, one issue stands out: infrastructure hasn’t kept up with population growth.

“Sewerage, water, roads – they are all behind. The Cowarra Dam isn’t even a natural catchment. In drought, it struggles,” Heilman said.

Whalley is equally blunt.

“I used to live in Lake Cathie and we had

brownouts because the power grid couldn’t cope,” he said.

“Now there are even more houses there. And places like Kew have waited years for sewer and water upgrades. “Development is happening faster than services can support.

“Planners were caught out years ago. They approved subdivisions before the infrastructure was ready, now the region is paying for it, whether it’s on basic services or roads.”

Phillips said even with a new supermarket and other services on the way to help support the release of the Rainbow Beach Estate in Lake Cathie, the Camden Haven area has been under the pump for years.

“Infrastructure has not kept pace,” she said.

“Not with the pace of growth we’re seeing.”

2026 outlook: Strong, competitive and busy

Heilman expects a “super strong local market in 2026, just the way it’s ending in 2025”.

Whalley predicts a “flat but high-volume year” with interest rates steadying.

And Phillips believes demand will stay high due to chronic low stock.

Harcourts Laurieton’s Wayne Heilman expects a ‘super strong’ local property market in 2026.

q Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate’s Debbi Phillips has reported a strong spring selling period.

q One Agency North Haven director Gaven Whalley has reflected on the region’s ‘first big boom’ in the local market between 2002-04.

Be a good samaritan

By Rachael THORPE

SINCE 2023 a free mobile phone app has been revolutionising how the NSW community can provide potentially lifesaving assistance when someone goes into cardiac arrest.

The GoodSAM app allows individuals to register their willingness to help provide simple chest compressions by listing their details, location and any clinical or first aid training they may have.

When a Triple Zero (000) call is made, the app automatically notifies up to three nearby GoodSAM responders, providing them with the patient's location and directions to the nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

While first aid knowledge is helpful it is not essential as an emergency operator will remain on the line providing CPR instructions until paramedics are on scene.

Since rolling out the app across the state, a total of 94 people have left hospital after receiving CPR from a GoodSAM responder, with 33 of those receiving an AED shock.

Each minute without CPR reduces the chance of survival by seven to ten percent, so this early intervention is crucial.

A member of the GoodSAM team follows up with all responders for a debrief after attending an event, with everyone registered on the app protected by the Civil Liability Act 2002 [NSW].

A spokesperson for the NSW GoodSAM team told News Of The Area, “The great thing about this app is that anyone over the age of 18 who is willing and able can respond to a cardiac arrest in those critical first few minutes.

“Ideally, we would like to get 50,000 responders signed up to the app across NSW.

“Currently we have approximately 11,000.”

For businesses that choose to install a publicly accessible AED, details and a clear photo can be uploaded to the app, allowing users to check the map and see the location of their closest unit with more than 5,000 currently listed. For more information or to register as a responder, visit ambulance.nsw.gov. au/goodsam.

Four charged with shoplifting offences

FOUR people are before the court charged with alleged shoplifting offences, following a police operation on the Mid North Coast last week.

“Operation Percentile” is a proactive operation using an intelligence-led approach to identify and disrupt repeat retail crime offenders.

The operation ran from Tuesday 25 to Wednesday 26 November, with officers attached to Mid North Coast Proactive Crime Team, with assistance from Loss Prevention Officers, targeting retail outlets in Port Macquarie and Kempsey.

Over the two-day operation, 11 people were issued with 14 infringement notices issued for alleged shoplifting related offences.

Other incidents of note include:

• About 2.45pm on Wednesday 26 November a 33-year-old man was

arrested at a Port Macquarie supermarket after he was allegedly seen to steal various dairy items before trying to hide in the toilets. During the arrest, the man was found to have an outstanding warrant for arrest and was charged with stealing.

• About 3.30pm on Wednesday 26 November a 20-year-old man allegedly attempted to leave the area on foot after allegedly stealing food items from a supermarket on Hayward Street, Port Macquarie. The man was arrested and charged with stealing and “escape lawful custody”.

• A short time later, police arrested a 39-yearold man on Gordon Street when he attempted to leave the area on foot. During a subsequent search of the man, officers allegedly located an amount of cannabis, LSD, mushrooms, and approximately 36 grams

of methamphetamine. The man was arrested and charged with eight offences, including “supply prohibited drug” and “resist officer”.

• About 4.45pm on Wednesday 26 November a 26-year-old man was arrested at a licensed premises on Gordon Street and was found to have allegedly breached an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order. He was arrested and charged in relation to an outstanding warrant.

All four men were refused bail to appear at Port Macquarie Local Court on Thursday 27 November.

During the operation, officers allegedly seized large quantities of meat, confectionary items, and energy drinks all alleged to have been stolen from supermarkets in the area. Investigations under Operation Percentile will continue.

q An AED located outside Dunbogan Takeaway and Bottle Shop.

Dwyer urges partnership to secure timber jobs and manufacturing

PORT Macquarie MP Robert Dwyer has urged the NSW Government to back a “new future” for the North Coast timber industry after the announcement of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) boundaries in September.

The announcement included an immediate temporary moratorium on timber harvesting within the proposed 476,000 hectare boundary, which includes 176,000 hectares of state forest.

Despite the GKNP being between Kempsey and Grafton, the decision has had significant effects further south, impacting the long-term Wood Supply Agreement at the Pentarch mill at Herons Creekputting local jobs at risk.

About 80 locals work at the Herons Creek mill.

The full extent of job losses is yet to be confirmed.

“The mill at Herons Creek, which is the largest mill in NSW, is 150 kilometres from the Great Koala National Park,” Mr Dwyer said.

“Ninety percent of their

timber is not sourced from the GKNP yet has lost its contract. It just doesn’t make sense.”

Last month the NSW Government finalised a worker support package for employees at timber mills directly impacted by the recent moratorium.

The package included top up redundancy payments, specific support for employees over 45 years of age, education and training payments, relocation payments, free access to mental health support, and financial and legal guidance.

A month prior, the Government announced the Forestry Industry Supply Chain Program, which will offer support worth up to $100,000 to downstream businesses that relied on impacted timber mills, so they can meet increased operating costs.

Mr Dwyer however believes the focus must shift from redundancies and compensation to a “North Coast Timber Manufacturing Revival

Plan”, described as a “strategy that delivers on the Government’s environmental commitments while ensuring no net job losses across the region”.

“Pentarch is one of the North Coast’s largest manufacturing employers,” Mr Dywer said.

“Our priority must be protecting their workforce and strengthening the region’s industrial base.”

Pentarch has put forward four major investment projects designed to safeguard longterm employment and drive economic growth:

- A new 40,000m³ hardwood supply contract to enable retooling of the Herons Creek mill for highvalue decorative timber products.

- A new plantationbased softwood mill at Koolkhan, ensuring mature local plantation resources are processed locally and providing essential materials for the housing sector.

- A biochar and

bioenergy facility at Koolkhan, developed with BlueScope, to replace coal in steelmaking and reduce heavy vehicle traffic through expanded rail freight.

- A prefabricated housing manufacturing plant at Herons Creek, modelled on Pentarch’s new 2,000-homes-peryear facility in Orange, to address critical housing needs across the Mid Coast.

“The revival plan would protect existing jobs, strengthen local engineering capabilityincluding firms such as AE Gibson and Sons - reduce the export of unprocessed timber, and lower the Government’s costs associated with industry contraction,” a statement from Mr Dwyer read.

Mr Dwyer said he is working closely with Pentarch to try and secure government cooperation, including new supply arrangements, transitional support for regional engineering businesses, streamlined approvals, and

q The proposed boundaries of

coordinated engagement with Forestry Corporation and relevant agencies.

“Pentarch is ready to invest, ready to innovate and ready to secure long-

term employment on the North Coast.

“This is an opportunity to build - not dismantle - regional industry,” Mr Dwyer said.

the Great Koala National Park. Photo: NPWS.

Community Christmas Lunch

By Rachael THORPE

THE Camden Haven Anglican Church and the $5 Coffee Club are hosting a free community lunch on Christmas Day and would like the entire community to know they are welcome.

The Camden Haven region is an attractive location for retirees and empty nesters, but this comes with the potential challenges of distance from family and social isolation.

Both organisations hope that the scheduled festive

function will bring the community together and foster inclusiveness on a day which can be lonely for many.

A delicious roast dinner and dessert including locally made cheesecake will be served up by volunteers in the church’s newly upgraded kitchen; drinks are BYO with responsible alcohol consumption required.

Transport to and from the function can be arranged for residents of the Camden Haven area, with reservations required by 12 December to allow for catering.

Family history society supporting genealogy research

By Rachael THORPE

COMMERCIAL DNA kits that can be completed at home are a popular Christmas gift, and in the first few months of the New Year thousands of Australians open their results excited to see where their ancestors came from.

The excitement can turn to confusion however, if the results don’t match expectations, which can be

followed by questions and a desire for more information.

This is where organisations such as the Laurieton Family History Society (LFHS) come to the rescue; by providing advice, knowledge and access to resources, members can start their journey of family discovery.

The LFHS has approximately 20 local members and has been meeting for the last fifteen

years, with their get togethers held on the last Monday of the month at Laurieton United Services Club in Seymour Street.

Group Coordinator Kerry Jones told News Of The Area, “What I love about our group is that it is forever changing with new and older members mingling and exchanging ideas and knowledge.

“It is through this diversity of knowledge

Local resident John Stone, a regular at the regular Coffee and Chat sessions held on Mondays at the church, said the Christmas lunch is a “wonderful idea”.

“I love coming down here, it’s great if you’re living on your own and want someone to chat to,” he said of the Coffee and Chat events.

“You get to hear people’s stories and learn about their lives.”

The lunch will start at 12pm on 25 December at 2 Mission Terrace, Lakewood. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Graham Lee on 0413480999 or Camden Haven Anglican Church on 6559 5036.

that members can discuss where they are at with their research and walk away with new avenues to delve into to assist them with their journeys to find their ancestors as well as often removing long standing roadblocks.”

Group members use digital and paper-based records, alongside DNA results to conduct their research, with recent exploration into the use of AI to search large text records.

Enquiries to djnkj55@ gmail.com.

q A Monday afternoon Coffee and Chat session at Camden Haven Anglican Church.

q Laurieton Family History Society members enjoy a Christmas lunch.

Vital support for grieving families

By Rachael THORPE

FORTY years ago, June Swan realised that when family members died, and people were grieving, they often didn’t have the funds or the capacity to organise food for wakes and memorial services.

From this came The Welfare Ladies, a not-forprofit group that provides catering at cost, helping to relieve financial burdens during bereavement, with the group giving their time as volunteers.

June is regularly supported by Kay Dollery, Denise McCosker, Sylvia Pommerening, Brenda Green and Ron Chapman, who is renowned for his scone making abilities.

Other locals assist the group as needed.

Kay Dollery has been participating for the last five years.

“I keep doing it because it is an easy way to be of service to the community,” she said.

“It is so satisfying to help people in their time of loss, plus I love cooking.”

The group praises the exceptional generosity of Kendall Community Op Shop.

Their support has meant they have been able to build a kitchen in the Kendall Services Club, featuring a new fridge and freezer, knives and uniforms.

Gatherings are held in the auditorium of the Kendall Services and Citizens Club, with fresh sandwiches, homemade cakes, scones with jam and cream, coffee and tea, and drinks available from the bar.

The auditorium at the club provides a warm, comfortable environment allowing people to relax as they celebrate the life of a loved one, with the Welfare Ladies having experience catering from groups ranging in size from 30 to 300.

Bookings are essential and can be made by calling the Club on 02 6559 4207 or June Swan on 0422 108 609.

Memorial supporting locals to manage holiday grief

q Now in its third year, the Christmas memorial event offers an opportunity for community members to come together, remember lost friends and family, and connect with others in a supportive environment. Photo: supplied.

A CHRISTMAS memorial will be held at Simplicity Laurieton on Saturday, 13 December, supporting locals to manage grief at a time of year difficult for many.

“Christmas is often described as the season of joy - twinkling lights, family gatherings, and cherished traditions,” said Simplicity Funerals manager Michelle Freeman.

“Yet for many in our community, it can also be a time when the quiet ache of loss feels its heaviest.

“Whether the grief comes from the heartbreak of pregnancy loss, the passing of a child, or the loss of loved ones at any age, Christmas can stir memories that are both beautiful and deeply painful.”

Now in its third year, the Christmas memorial event offers an opportunity for community members to come together, remember lost friends and family, and connect with others in a supportive environment.

“It reminds us that while grief may shape our holidays, we do not have to face that

grief alone,” Michelle said.

“This year’s theme, ‘Always Present at Christmas’, speaks directly to the hearts of those who continue to carry love for someone who is no longer physically here.

“Our loved ones live on not only in our memories but in our rituals, our stories, and the moments we hold close during the festive season.”

At the memorial, families will be invited to light candles and hang personalised name tags on a Christmas tree.

“Each name placed on the tree is a reminder that every life, whether brief or long, leaves an imprint that does not fade,” Michelle said.

Mid North Coast celebrant Tanya Crawford will guide the non-denominational service, which will be supported by music by Port Macquarie Wauchope RSL Pipes and Drums.

Guests are invited to stay for light refreshments and conversation after the service.

The memorial will be held at Simplicity Laurieton, 16 Lake Street, Laurieton on 13 December from 11am to 1pm.

q Kay Dollery, June Swan, Sylvia Pommerening and Denise McCosker.

New committee elected for community radio station

By Bill HARROW

HASTINGS Community Radio (2Way FM) held its annual general meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 25 November at the Wauchope Country Club.

President Dennis Owen provided his annual report, highlighting the station’s financial stability, the introduction of a three-year strategic plan, and a $13,000

grant received from the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

A portion of the grant went towards the development of a new website, designed by committee member Andrew Clements.

A new committee was then elected, consisting of Andrew Clements, Ken Lindsay, Dennis Owen, Mal Salter, Robin Van Loggerenberg, James Wallis

and Christine Woolnough.

The executive positions of chairman, vice chairman, secretary and treasurer will be determined at the first committee meeting.

Two life memberships were also awarded at the AGM.

The first went to Liz Faassen, who has been a member of the station for eleven-and-a-half years, holding the positions

of president, treasurer, sponsorship officer, administration manager and presenter.

The second life membership was posthumously awarded to Danny John McCane, a Vietnam veteran and station member for over 20 years.

dream of becoming a radio presenter with his show “Up Late”.

Mal and Shaz Salter joined the station in June with their program “Walk a Country Mile”.

Hastings Community Radio is entirely volunteer run.

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The award was accepted by his close friends Brenda and Rod Worthing.

New station presenters were also in attendance.

Kevin Carter moved from Newcastle 12 months ago and has fulfilled his teenage

“Shaz and I were asked about coming on board by two long term friends,” Mal told NOTA.

“We enjoy having fun with our program and communicating with the community.

“In fact, a friend from 15 years ago heard me on the radio and reconnected with

The newest recruit is Jean White, who has recently taken over office administration.

Jean arrives at the station with a history of working in finance, accounting and auditing.

Hastings Community Radio 103.9 2Way FM is always looking for new members and presenters, with full details available on their website.

q Jean White has joined the volunteer team at 2Way FM.

q Outgoing Secretary Ross Cutrupi, Treasurer Greg Hayward, Vice President Ken Lindsay and President Dennis Owen.

q Kevin Carter, Shaz Salter and Mal Salter.

q Liz Faassen was awarded life membership.

Kids ward nurses the ‘Team of the Year’

By Sis HIGGINS

NURSES from the Mid North Coast have been recognised for their outstanding dedication

during the NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.

The ceremony at Parliament House on 24 November highlighted the care and

Local wildlife in crisis

By Mick BIRTLES

WILDLIFE rescue calls across the Mid North Coast have surged in recent years, with more animals becoming injured, orphaned, or displaced due to habitat loss, severe weather, and human impact.

But while the number of animals needing help continues to rise, the number of trained volunteers has not.

WIRES Mid North Coast is now urgently seeking new volunteers to help protect and care for the region’s native wildlife.

“If you’ve ever found a bird on the ground, noticed a koala looking unwell, seen a joey

alone, or watched a bat struggling on barbed wire and wished you knew what to do, this is your opportunity,” a WIRES Mid North Coast spokesperson told NOTA.

“We urgently need more hands and even a small amount of time can make a real difference to an animal’s life.”

The Rescue and Immediate Care Course (RICC) is now available online and self-paced, making it easier than ever to get started.

No prior experience is necessary as WIRES mentors provide ongoing guidance and support as new volunteers begin responding to rescue calls in their own communities.

For local enquiries please email secretarymidnorthcoast@gmail.com.

If you see sick or injured wildlife, call 1300 094 737.

expertise of nurses and midwives, and the significant difference they make to the wellbeing and experience of patients across all clinical and community settings.

The nursing team from the Children’s Ward at Port Macquarie Base Hospital was named Team of the Year.

They were recognised for showing excellence in teamwork and for the high level of care they deliver to children and families across the region.

Katherine Martin from Kempsey District Hospital won the Healing Heart Colleague Award.

Ms Martin is the Nursing Unit Manager of the Inpatient and Rehabilitation wards at Kempsey District Hospital.

Her award acknowledges her leadership, compassion and commitment to patient care.

“From metropolitan hospitals to our most remote rural and remote hospitals, nurses and midwives are the heart of the healthcare we provide,” Minister for Health Ryan Park said.

Minister for Mental Health Rose Jackson agreed, “Nurses and midwives are the backbone of our health system, delivering exceptional care in every setting from maternity to mental health services.”

NSW Health Secretary Susan Pearce AM said the awards are a valuable chance to reflect upon and recognise the commitment, innovation and exceptional care nurses and midwives provide.

“I want to… extend my deepest thanks to all nurses and midwives who play an integral role in delivering high-quality care to patients, families and communities across the state.”

q The PMBH children’s ward nurses with A/Deputy Secretary People, Culture and Governance, Richard Griffiths. Photo: supplied.

q Healing Heart Colleague award winner Katherine Martin, Nursing Unit Manager at Kempsey District Hospital with Minister for Mental Health Rose Jackson. Photo: supplied.

q Native animals like these possums are increasingly coming into care.

Mixed response to new environment laws

By Andrew VIVIAN

THEY said it couldn’t happen, but the Federal Labor Government has worked with the Greens to pass reforms to the Environment Protection Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act after negotiations fell through last November.

The reforms include a new environment watchdog agency; national standards to safeguard nature; federal laws to apply to native forest logging by mid-2027; and a crackdown on illegal land clearing.

Other reforms are fast-tracked approvals for significant projects like housing and renewable energy, and streamlined

assessments to cut federalstate duplication.

Reaction to the reforms has been mixed.

The North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) has welcomed the reforms to “remove the absurd exemption under Regional Forest Agreements for native forest logging”.

NEFA spokesperson Dailan Pugh said, “The Regional Forest Agreements (RFAs) are based on out of date information collated 27 years ago and are not a valid basis to exempt logging from national environmental laws.

“There was meant to be a total reassessment in 2018, instead the Government decided to extend the RFA forever.

“Hopefully, when the new environmental standards are applied, the NSW Government will have to stop logging core habitat of nationally endangered species, such as koala, Greater Glider, Spotted-tailed Quoll, Hastings River Mouse, Stuttering Frog, Giant Barred Frog, Rufous Scrub Bird, Regent Honeyeater, and Swift Parrot.”

National Farmers Federation (NFF) President Hamish McIntyre said, “Farmers have been left bitterly disappointed by the deal between the Government and the Greens on environmental reform.

“As stewards of more than half of Australia’s environment, farmers

understand the importance of doing the right thing by the land.

“They’ve also historically borne the brunt of complex federal environmental laws, often at odds with state obligations.

“That’s why the NFF has supported genuine reform, but not this deal.”

Mr McIntyre said farmers’ key concern is the announcement of “closer controls” of "high risk land clearing”.

“The specifics of this remain unclear, and we are urgently calling for clarity.

“The misunderstanding of agricultural practices is bitterly disappointing.”

He said the NFF will continue to try to make these

reforms as workable for the farm sector as possible.

Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) CEO, Kelly O’Shanassy said, “This new law means genuine progress for nature protection in Australia.

“This will give our forests, which are home to unique Australian wildlife like the koala and greater glider, a fighting chance.

“ACF welcomes the wider protection for forests, the introduction of a national EPA and the removal of the possibility that coal and gas projects will be fast tracked.

“Exemptions and loopholes that have facilitated the destruction of forests have been a shameful feature of this law for a

quarter of a century.

“Today, those loopholes will be closed.”

Dr Tim Cadman, who has been advocating for stronger definitions of plantations, said “the Devil is in the detail.”

“There is still a lot left to the discretion of the Minister, and there is a lack of clarity over the protection of threatened species in forests.

“Plantations are counted as forests, for example, and are expected to come in under the provisions of the Regional Forest Agreement.

“But they are governed by different legislationthere are still loopholes that may be exploited by bad actors.”

Pulling the plug on pokies in bid to curb gambling harm

By Farid FARID, AAP

TENS of thousands of poker machines will be switched off at dawn to allow problem gamblers to revive and survive.

NSW is second only to Nevada, home to casino-lined Las Vegas, when it comes to the number of gaming machines with nearly 90,000 across the state.

More than 670 clubs will be mandated to shut down all poker machines between 4am and 10am each day of the week.

"The six-hour shutdown

is a harm minimisation measure intended to provide players with an important break in play, so patrons go home, get 'out of the zone' and reflect upon their behaviour," the government announced on Monday.

A 2023 report into electronic gaming machines showed 70.5 per cent of gamblers are classified at high or moderate risk between 4am and 10am.

Gaming Minister David Harris said variations to a 2001 law were not fit for purpose for pubs and clubs to keep the lights on

slot machines outside of mandated hours.

"We are striking the balance of addressing gambling harm while supporting an industry that contributes billions to the NSW economy and employs more than 150,000 people," he said.

He noted operators would be given until March 31 to implement the changes.

The crucial tweaks come after Greens MP Cate Faehrmann introduced a bill to parliament in October that would remove the loophole

allowing venues to sidestep shutdown hours.

"This is a win for common sense, public health and for the thousands of people harmed every year by predatory gambling," she told AAP.

"Shutting down this loophole should have never taken this long ... this exemption has been exploited for years by venues chasing every last dollar of gambling harm."

She argued there is a "hell of a lot more to do" referring to mandatory cashless gaming.

The cashless card emerged as a key recommendation from a landmark 2022 NSW Crime Commission report that showed some $95 billion were being laundered by criminals.

It became a hotly debated talking point in the lead-up to the 2023 state elections with Labor hammered for being seen as too close to the gaming lobby.

Last month newly installed Liberals leader Kellie Sloane attacked Labor's inaction on problem gambling, including a

failed $3.4 million cashless gaming trial that only had 14 participants.

Profits hit all-time highs of $8.4 billion in the 2023/24 financial year, delivering $2.3 billion in tax revenue, with three in four machines found on the floors of clubs..

The figure is tipped to increase to $2.9 billion by 2027/28.

A Grattan Institute analysis estimated NSW residents lost $1288 per adult on pokies in 2023, double the average of other states.

Steiner School breaks sod on new campus

By Sis HIGGINS

CONSTRUCTION is now underway on the first stage of Port Macquarie Steiner School’s new campus on John Oxley Drive.

Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan joined the school community on Friday 28 November, to celebrate the start of work.

“The initial funding of $975,000 was awarded in 2022 by the Coalition Government under the Capital Grants Program, with additional funding of $470,000 subsequently provided in 2024 and $900,000 in 2025, which is wonderful to see,” Mr Conaghan said.

The project has also

received strong support from Building Fund donors, general fundraising, and the wider community.

“Investment in regional education is vital, particularly for schools like the Port Macquarie Steiner School [which] offer families a holistic approach to learning… that reflects the [child’s] stage of development.

“This is a fantastic outcome for the Port Macquarie community.”

Head of School Gail Sprott

said, “This is an exciting milestone for our school and families.

“Our new campus will provide a space where children can explore, create, and develop into confident, compassionate learners for life.”

The campus site spans 1.7 hectares at Thrumster and will feature purposebuilt classrooms, a hall, library, administration area, courtyard amphitheatre and natural play spaces.

Once complete, the school will accommodate up to 170 students and 20 staff.

“This beautiful site reflects our purpose — to nurture the whole child.

“The move strengthens our commitment to offering holistic Steiner education to families in the Port Macquarie-Hastings region,” Founding Parent and Business Manager Mel Ayriss said.

Port Macquarie Steiner School opened at Table Street in 2018 and purchased the Thrumster land in 2020.

The first three buildings in the new location are scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.

q Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan breaks ground alongside Steiner School founding parents Mel Ayriss and Alanna Alfaro. Photo: supplied.

q Steiner School students joined the celebrations with shovels in hand. Photo: supplied.

q Celebrating the start of work on the new Steiner School: Bronwyn Bellemore, Architect; Ruth Gallagher, Board Chair; Caetano Alfaro, Class 6 student; and Mel Ayriss, Business Manager. Photo: supplied.

Lord Howe’s call for Lions’ Christmas cakes

By Pauline CAIN

LORD Howe Island resident

Neil de Rusett has again issued the call for the Tacking Point Lions Club to send him their famous Christmas cakes.

So on Monday morning, 1 December, club members delivered 20 cakes to Birdon’s Island Trader wharf on the Hastings River.

The cakes were sailed to the island to become Christmas gifts.

The Island Trader makes a fortnightly supply run to Lord Howe Island, which is approximately 600kms east of Port Macquarie.

“One cake, together with some of my wife's

q Cambridge McCormick in action for the GWS Giants. Photo: Ryan Jones/GWS Giants.

Seniors State Cup returns

THE NSW Touch Association (NSWTA), in partnership with Port Macquarie Hastings Council, will host the Seniors State Cup tournament locally from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 December.

Close to 6000 people are expected to visit the region for the three-day tournament with matches to be played from Friday to Sunday at Port Macquarie Regional Sports Stadium and Tuffins Lane Sporting Fields.

The State Cup is the premier NSW Touch Football representative event and is conducted in Port Macquarie each year, commencing on the first Friday in December.

Teams from all over the state will make the journey to Port Macquarie to compete.

International sides have also confirmed their attendance, including Singapore and Japan touch associations.

NSW Touch Football said the arrival of the State Cup on Friday “feels like Christmas”.

“The countdown is on.

"The excitement is real,” the association said on social media.

The immediate region will be represented by the Port Makos Touch Association and the Wauchope Wedgetails.

homemade rum balls, will return to the Island Trader as a gift for the crew,” Neil said.

Tacking Point Lions

President Max Carrick said, “The request and the supply was a rather poignant reminder of how heavily Pacific Island residents rely

on regular supply ships.”

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) there are 445 permanent residents of Lord Howe Island, and fewer than 400 tourists are allowed to visit at any one time.

All-Australian

By Aiden BURGESS

CAMBRIDGE McCormick has proven herself to be one of the top female Australian Rules players in the country.

The GWS Giants defender and former AFL North Coast player was named in this year’s AFLW All-Australian team, with selection in the Half Back line.

The former Port Macquarie Magpies star had a stellar season for the Giants, leading all key metrics for inside 50s, tackles, and disposals, while also finishing second in metres gained.

Before entering the AFLW, McCormick won the AFL North Coast best and fairest award and best player of the grand final in each of the first two years of the women’s competition.

Her excellence in the formative years of the competition saw the women’s best and fairest award named the Cambridge McCormick Medal.

The All-Australian debutant highlighted the importance of the AFL North Coast women’s competition in her playing career.

“The start of the women’s

league in 2018 is a highlight of my footy career, alongside winning the premiership with the Magpies in 2019.

“The support I received from Matt Crawley, Paul Taylor and the wider AFL North Coast and Port Macquarie Magpies community is a testament to the dedication of the game and the Magpies to create a pathway for women and girls to make it to the elite level,” she said.

The 27-year-old has played 35 games for the GWS Giants since making her debut in 2022.

q Jake Soames gets his pass away at last year’s State Cup, while the opposition takes flight. Photo: Kim Ambrose/SaltyFoxFotography.

q Lions Club members Dee Watkinson and Karen Carrick selling Lions’ Christmas cakes at Bunnings. Photo: supplied.

q Birdon’s Island Trader on the Hastings River. Photo: supplied.

By Manny WOOD

A Claus for concern

SANTA Claus, a citizen of Scandinavia, applied for a temporary partner visa to the North Pole after marrying Mrs Claus, a citizen of the North Pole and a local gift-wrapping virtuosa.

Between them, they had five elfchildren under twelve.

The youngest had just learned to waddle in curled shoes; the eldest could turn any mention of festive chores into a full-blown performance worthy of the Christmas theatre company.

In the days leading up to Christmas, Santa worked as a mall Santa and volunteered delivering parcels for children’s charities.

He wore a fleecy velvet suit appropriate for Arctic blizzards and he was widely recognised as a devoted father and firm believer that fruitcake was an entire food group.

While his permanent residency application was pending, disaster struck and Santa was arrested for involvement in an illegal underground reindeer-racing league and an unauthorised toy-distribution network featuring shape-shifting stuffed animals.

The Department of Polar Affairs refused his visa on character grounds and ordered his return to Scandinavia, landing him on the Naughty List.

Santa applied for review, arguing deportation would cause hardship to Mrs Claus and their five elfchildren. Statements of support poured in, describing the elfchildren as merry but anxious and Dr. Peppermint warned of emotional harm.

Mrs Claus insisted Santa was essential to family wellbeing and bringing Christmas cheer.

The North Pole Tribunal accepted that the family’s future would be bleak without him, but his conviction weighed heavily and removal was upheld. Santa appealed to the High North Court, claiming the Tribunal overlooked the elfchildren’s best interests under the Arctic Treaty on Elf-Child Welfare.

The Court agreed that the Treaty entitled the elfchildren’s interests to be properly considered.

On reconsideration, the Tribunal balanced Santa’s offences against the harm his removal would cause.

Santa was allowed to remain, subject to completing community service at children’s Christmas workshops and attending a “Responsible Toy Distribution” rehabilitation program.

The family stayed together, Mrs Claus continued arranging holiday festivities, the elfchildren attended the Arctic School of Christmas Arts and Santa resumed his path toward permanent residency, wiser, lawabiding and undefeated champion of the annual sleigh races.

Thank you to Ellysha Laklem for her assistance with this column.

This fictional column is not legal advice.

Amateur Fishing Club marks golden milestone

By Kate SHELTON, Fishing columnist

CLUB Lake Cathie was abuzz with nostalgia last week as the Lake Cathie Amateur Fishing Club (LCAFC) celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Long-time friends, founding members, and new faces gathered to toast half a century of community, competition, and tall tales.

The club, which commenced operations in November 1975, began as what founding member Harold Borton described in his memoirs as an "experiment that had to be tried."

That experiment officially launched with an inaugural meeting of 21 interested locals at the Lake Cathie Bowling and Recreation Club.

Five decades later, the club remains a pillar of the community.

Reflecting on the milestone, attendees looked back on the club’s history and core values.

Lake Cathie has always been a familyoriented club, placing special emphasis on the encouragement of women and junior anglers.

The anniversary celebration was filled with stories drawn from the club's early, rough-and-ready days.

The club's archives recall one of the first Junior outings up the Hastings River to Narrow Gut.

Written accounts describe how the "mossies nearly ate them alive" and a halfempty tin of aerosol failed to do the trick.

Despite the insects and cooking bacon and eggs on a makeshift stove, the group is remembered to have had a wonderful time.

The 50th anniversary was also a time to remember the characters who built the club.

Beyond fishing, the club has a proud history of philanthropy.

The first fish auction held in 1976 raised $56 for charity.

This became an annual tradition, raising thousands of dollars over the decades.

As the final toasts were made and the anniversary cake was cut, the focus naturally turned from the golden past to the future.

The spirit that launched the LCAFC in 1975, a commitment to community, camaraderie, and the simple joy of the

On theCouch

Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au

DEAR Jasminda,

MANY years ago, my husband and I bought a vertical burial plot with space for three people.

My husband died years ago, we didn't have any children, and I recently met another man.

Do you think it would be okay if my new soul mate and I used the two remaining plot spaces when the time comes?

Elissa D.

Dear Elissa,

While I don't know a great deal about Feng shui, I suspect a graveyard threesome where one party cannot give consent (i.e. your long-departed husband) would be seriously bad karma.

Good karma would be placing grass (not Jim, the sinewy groundsman at Evergreen Haven) on top of your husband's tomb.

It does bring up an important subject though.

Two, in fact.

The exorbitant price of burial plots, and the need to have funeral plans in place, so others don't have to second guess your wishes.

In your husband's case, for example, he could have put in a clause that he didn't want to be buried near a tree (since the roots can cause havoc with the coffin), and he also didn't want to be buried under Jim – Evergreen Haven's resident Lothario (which will most certainly cause havoc with his ego if there's an afterlife).

Elissa, please rethink your plans.

If money is the issue (and it may be since burial plots cost thousands of dollars), you could (and should) consider an inexpensive alternative.

Perhaps sell the plot and with the money opt for a simple cremation.

You could ask for your ashes to be scattered in the direction of your moral compass i.e. completely off the map.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

catch which remains the club's greatest asset.

Looking ahead to the next 50 years, the Lake Cathie Amateur Fishing Club is poised to continue its legacy, ensuring that the lines are kept tight, the legends grow taller, and the strong community spirit woven through its foundation remains an enduring pillar for generations of local anglers to come.

How about Australia leads the way?

DEAR News Of The Area,

I HEAR the constant refrain from others about the cost of electricity.

Coal and gas are the cheaper options, they say, so we should use them.

I hear the voices ask why should Australia do anything towards net zero when we contribute so little compared to other countries.

But what of the costs of continuing to

use fossil fuels?

Further ozone depletion, more extreme weather events, extinction of flora and fauna, decimation of our oceans through warming.

Surely this is more costly than electricity.

How about Australia leads the way?

How about we show the world that though we are insignificant in the scheme of things, we as a nation have the courage and the foresight to do the right thing now, even though it is hard, with our global allies and make the changes required to help the planet to heal.

No delays, no excuses, no finger

pointing, no alternate plans. So, stand up Australia. Stop listening to the climate nay sayers and the economists and show the world that we care about the future of the planet and we are willing to make the changes to help us hit net zero now no matter what. The cost of electricity may vary but the cost of doing nothing and watching the planet suffer irreparable damage is beyond anything we can afford.

Regards, Debra WILLIAMS, North Haven.

q Founding members Lynne and Keith Leayr.

KCC Men’s Golf Report

By Danny LLOYD

LAST Thursday we played

Kew Bowling Club

By Andrew RICHARDS

30th NOVEMBER, 2025

In Wednesday Social Bowls, Phil Owen, Keith Collins and Ian Poole claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Rocky Davis, Viv Gunter

Kew Country Club Men’s Veterans Golf

By Laurie HAMILTON

RESULTS 01/12/2025

Monthly Medal Stroke

Black belts

STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 24

Hilton achieved her 3rd Dan Black Belt.

The Black Belt Grading is a rigorous test of knowledge, endurance, spirit, and character.

The students demonstrated their proficiency in Basics, Applications of Basics, Kata (forms), and Sparring.

This demanding evaluation was conducted over a gruelling two-day period.

The students train under the guidance of Sensei Anissa Hilton and Sensei Shaun Budai.

“I am so proud of each and every one of my students,” said Sensei Anissa.

“This fantastic achievement is the result of years of hard work, commitment and dedication.”

Sempai Kellie Eggins was also coawarded the Most Spirited Grader Award.

Next year, Mid North Coast Karate will celebrate 30 years of teaching Karate to students in the Camden Haven.

SPORT RESULTS

(68n).

GAREL GOLF NTP on the 9th was Greg Lee ($116).

Saturday play was Stableford, sponsored by T

John Hilton.

The Quarter Finals and Semi Finals of the Club Major Pairs were played on Sunday. In the Quarter Finals:

• Brett Irwin/Ian Hodgkinson def. Stewart Rogan/Wayne Thrussell

• Ray Allan/Keith Collins def. Dave Napper/Rod

2nd – Larry Southall 68 net.

3rd – Jack Foster 69 net.

C Grade winner – Col Voss 66 net.

2nd – Dennis Roth 70 net. C/B.

3rd – Jim Finch 70 net.

THURSDAY, 27th

November, Men's Four Club Championship Semi-Final -

G. Williams, P. Dewson/ Sub, G. Martin & G. Conen def. D. Croft, G. Delamotte, R. Pengilly & M. Davies.

Men's Social Triples & Fours -

Only ten rounds played due to 38 degrees, next Thursday $5.00 games.

Rink 9 - Gary Knox, Cliff Taylor, Steve Cameron & Phil Innes.

Rink 8 - Glen McAtear, Jon Lee, David Foster & Jim

Jerry, did a wonderful job as MC, and the generosity of our treasurer, Peter, made it an event to remember.

This week, the weather was hot but fine, and 36 bowlers enjoyed a great morning of bowls. Rink winners on the day were the team of Angela Stringer, Bill Blake and Bob Ginivan. Runner-up rink vouchers

BONE PREMIUM MEATS.

The hot group was out early, with club captain Steve James taking down Bryan Yewdall and Les Kuhn (39c/b).

Quirk 15-13

• Jeff Dixon/Phil Collins def. Andrew Richards/ Paddy Bristow 15-12

• Chicka Thompson/ Dennis Rothe def. Cliff Kerr/ Steve McGregor 27-18

The Semi Finals were played on Sunday, with the results being:

Ball Winners –Phil McCarthy 71, Lou Forster 71, Graeme Kightley 71, Paul Munro 72 & Peter Hammer 72 C/B.

Nearest to the Pin, 9th Hole A Grade Rob Spring, B Grade Charlie Hartshorne, C Grade Greg

McGill.

Rink 14 - Terry McDermott, Russell Grunsell & John Fuller - Silver Medal.

FRIDAY, 28th November, Scroungers & Skins Fun DayCheryl Adams - winner. Dennis Hamilton - runnersup.

SATURDAY, 29th

November, Men's Club Fours Championship Semi-FinalM. Ryan, R. Chytra, P. McNamara & P. Barry def. G. Knox, D. Pierce, P. Dovey & G. Darcy.

went to Warren Barnes, Doug Bullock and Simon Wood.

Other winners on the day included Kevin Bogg, who collected the major nomination sheet prize, along with Bob Clark, who collected the minor prize. The popular Taste Bakehouse voucher was won by Steven Hall. Raffle winners were John Charlesworth, Rhoyda Hope,

NTP on the 9th was Dean Myers $76. Next Saturday is the final round of the lucrative KEW CORNER STORE CUP.

Leading going in is

• Ray Allan/Keith Collins def. Jeff Dixon/Phil Collins 29-9

• Chicka Thompson/ Dennis Rothe def. Brett Irwin/Ian Hodgkinson 19-9

This sets up a great Final between Ray Allan/ Keith Collins and Chicka Thompson/Dennis Rothe, Watson.

10th Hole A Grade

Dean Myers, B Grade Phil McCarthy, C Grade John Simon

12th Hole A Grade

David Langford, B Grade

Keith Jackson, C Grade Jim Finch

By Velvanie HARTAS

TUESDAY 25th November

It was a very hot day for our Social Bowls today but we still managed to play our games which we would swap positions of play after so

Men's Social Pairs -

Rink 15 - Graham Fairburn & Dennis Hamilton.

Rink 11 - John Morgan & Wayne Garvan.

North Haven Bowls Golf Club

By Laurie HAMILTON

26.11.25

2BBB Ag WINNERS Steph

Warren Barnes, Neil Collins, Gerry Ludford, Graham Williams, Joyce Merandaz,

Chris Harris (62), from

Good luck one and all.

which will be played on Tuesday 9th December.

Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Saturday Jackpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress). The Club Championship Pairs Final will be played next Tuesday morning.

.18th HOLE EGGS. A Grade Dean Myers, B Grade Phil McCarthy, C Grade Jim Finch.

A Grade Putting – Dave Haggett @ Geoff McMurray 27 Putts, B Grade John Jokantas 28 Putts, C Grade Doug MacLean 30

many ends,which everyone enjoys,as it is a great way to Learn the different positions of play.

Tuesday 2nd December Today was another sunny day for there social bowls and I,m sure that everyone that went enjoyed there games

Ladies Bowls breaking up on Tuesday, 9th December with Christmas lunch costing $15.00 paid to Susan Malzard by the 2nd December.

Sweeney/Peter Tatti Runner Ups Bob Russell/Kevin Anderson NTP 7th A Grade

Steph Sweeny

NTP 10th A Grade

Bob Russell

and Peter Hope, who each received a lovely box of Ferrero Christmas chocolates.

Kew Ladies Bowls

Lake

Bowling Club

Dylan Rumble (64), Mick Marshall (66), Ben Morgan (67) & Bob Nix (68).

q Most Spirited Grader Award recipients Kellie Eggins and Theresa Nguyen.

q 3rd Dan Sensei Anissa Hilton.

SUDOKU

Death Notice

PENNY ANN PEPPER

21/6/1950 - 9/11/2025

Penny died peacefully at Wauchope Palliative Care & her life was celebrated by friends & family at home in Dunbogan; at her caravan park & at Kew Ladies Golf Club.

Penny was a teacher who loved travelling, golf, walking & minding dogs in her beloved environment. She is survived by her brother & 3 nieces & their families. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

Public Notices

The Carpark, Boatramp and Wharf will be closed for the Camden Haven NYE firework display and will be held behind LUSC.

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The star of 75 novels that have sold more than 500 million copies, Inspector Jules Maigret is second only to Sherlock Holmes in the bestselling literary detective stakes. This adaptation features Benjamin Wainwright (pictured) as a thoroughly modern Maigret – gone are the character’s iconic pipe, bowler hat and imposing long overcoat, in favour of a ﬁve-o’clock shadow and a chic Parisian wardrobe. Maigret and wife Louise (Stefanie Martini) are ﬁrst on the scene when a student is stabbed in Friday’s penultimate chapter.

FRIDAY,

December 5

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Portrait

MONDAY

BIG BROTHER AUSTRALIA

TEN, 7.30pm

Just long enough to prove that the reality format still works, but ﬂeeting enough to leave viewers wanting more, 10’s short-and-sweet reboot of the ultimate social experiment arrives at its conclusion on Monday. This nostalgic treat combined almost all the things fans missed most – a house at Dreamworld, Mike Goldman’s narration and live streaming – with new and exciting elements: chieﬂy, host Mel Tracina (pictured). Taking the unpredictable nature of live TV (that is, torrential rain) in her stride, the Cheap Seats favourite has proven herself one of the most capable presenters around. The public has more say than ever when it comes to choosing tonight’s winner, but it’s Tracina who’s come out on top.

(PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 The Point. (R) 9.05 Singapore Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Outta Town Adventures. (PG, R) 10.15 Leave No Trace. 11.10 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 MOVIE: Rewards For The Tribe. (2023) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Unwheel Adventures. (PGal, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. (Final) Sophie Thomson strolls through a garden symphony.

8.30 Maigret. (Mv) Maigret is hunting the killer of an innocent student when Countess Sophie begs him for help.

9.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

9.55 Crime Night! (PG, R)

10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

10.55 ABC Late News.

11.10 Silent Witness. (MA15+, R)

12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

THURSDAY

NEIGHBOURS

TEN, 8.40pm

The last time viewers said goodbye to in 2022, a stellar line-up of former residents (Kylie, Jason et al) returned to Ramsay Street to pay their respects to the beloved soap’s legacy. As this encore comes to an end, the somewhat subdued send-off is a love letter to the fans who have stuck by the show in its twilight years. In a prime-time double episode farewell, with the iconic cul-de-sac under threat from a freeway expansion, Paul Robinson (Stefan Dennis) and Shane Ramsay (Peter O’Brien) present their competing plans for the future. But Susan (Jackie Woodburne, pictured) isn’t sold on either offer, and still hopes she can convince the community to fight for their homes.

8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 MOVIE: Strange Journey: Story Of Rocky Horror. (2025)

9.05 Discovering Film: Diane Keaton.

10.00 Rock Legends. (PGa)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Sisi. (MA15+s, R)

12.00 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+s, R)

2.15 Soldiers. (MA15+av, R)

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

4.00 FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw.

5.40 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 36. Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Sixers. 2.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Afternoon. 5.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 5.40 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Evening session. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Australian Open. Second round. 3.00

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Evening session.

7.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day’s play so far.

8.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Late evening session.

10.30 Unfiltered: Cricket. (PG)

11.00 Why Ships Crash. (PGa, R)

12.10 Miniseries: Any Human Heart. (Premiere, Malns)

1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Find My Beach House Australia.

8.30 MOVIE: Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom. (2023, Mav) Black Manta seeks revenge on Aquaman. Jason Momoa, Patrick Wilson. 11.00 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

11.50 MOVIE: Sons Of Summer. (2023, MA15+alv, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards Summer. (PG, R)

FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00

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(2013, M)

6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals, R) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGls, R) Celebrity guests include Timothée Chalamet. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.00

SATURDAY, December 6

6.30 When The War Is Over: Vietnam. (PGa, R) Rachel Griffiths heads to Vietnam.

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

7.30 Return To Paradise. (Mdv) A stranger’s body is found in a motel room. 8.30 Vera. (Mav, R) Vera investigates the mysterious death of a fisherman. The case takes an unexpected twist when it is revealed the victim had been missing for weeks, but only dead for a day. 10.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) Jolyon recommits to his family.

10.55 Bergerac. (Ml, R) The battle intensifies between Bergerac and Arthur. 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

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6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (Final) 8.00 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. (Final) 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.30 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alpine Train At Christmas. (PGa)

8.25 Christmas At Graceland. (PG, R)

9.15 Rock Legends. (PGa)

9.45 Living Black. (R)

10.15 Reckless. (Final, MA15+l, R)

11.20 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)

2.40 Being Beethoven. (PGa, R)

3.45 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)

4.55 Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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Bring It On. (2000, PG) 9.10 Delfin. (2019, Spanish) 10.50

SUNDAY, December 7

6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG) Heat six features an array of unique talent.

8.50 The Forsytes. Soames ends Irene’s Parisian dreams.

9.45 Return To Paradise. (Mdv, R)

10.45 When The War Is Over. (PGa, R)

11.15 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)

11.45 Simply Nigella. (R)

12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.30 Dream Gardens. (R)

3.00 The Art Of. (Mns, R)

3.30 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (Final, R)

ABC FAMILY

6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks. 6.25 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Shaun The Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas. 8.10 Crongton. 8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.40 Abbott Elementary. 10.20 Speechless. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma. (Premiere)

8.30 Ken Burns’ The American Revolution. (Premiere)

10.35 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. (PGav, R)

11.30 Australian Fashion Past, Present, Future. (R)

12.45 Sue Perkins: Along the US-Mexico Border. (PGadlv, R)

2.55 Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland. (Mal, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Evening session.

7.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day’s play so far. 8.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Late evening session.

10.30 Heroes And Legends: Hall Of Fame.

12.30 Miniseries: Any Human Heart. (Malns)

1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Mrs Doubtfire. (1993, PGal, R) A man poses as a female housekeeper. Robin Williams, Sally Field.

10.00 MOVIE: Bad Moms. (2016, MA15+lns, R) Three exhausted mothers decide to have fun. Mila Kunis.

11.55 MOVIE: The Founder. (2016, Ml, R) Michael Keaton.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PGa) The team helps a man sell his house in Terrigal. 8.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Property experts Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie attempt to help two couples find their forever homes. 9.45 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) Hana puts out an SOS to the team when she is among those taken hostage by an enraged veteran. 11.40

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld.

4.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 APAC Weekly.

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Fine. (2009) 12.45pm Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 3.00 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 4.45 Selkie. (2000, PG) 6.25 Local Hero. (1983) 8.30 Mystic River. (2003, MA15+) 11.00 Erotic Stories. 1.20am Gremlins. (1984, M) 3.10 All The Old Knives. (2022, MA15+) 6am

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Evening session.

7.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break.

8.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Late evening. 10.30 7NEWS Spotlight.

11.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (MA15+adv, R)

12.45 MOVIE: My Husband, The Narcissist. (2023, Mav, R)

3.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 2025: The Year That Was. 8.30 Events That Changed Australia. (Premiere, MA15+alv) 9.40 Revealed: Death Cap Murders. (Mal) 10.55 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mv, R) 11.45 Wild Cards. (Mv, R) 12.35 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Msv, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

3.50 World Endurance Championship: Season Review. 5.00 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: Agent Cody Banks. (2003, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King. (2003, M) 11.30 Late Programs. 6am

League. Chelsea v Arsenal. Replay. 4.30 Dinner With The Parents. 5.00 MOVIE: Superman III. (1983, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Dark Knight. (2008, M) 10.35 Late Programs.

CAMDEN HAVEN

MONDAY, December 8

6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kangaroo Beach. 5.55 Knee High Spies. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 Gladiators UK. (Final) 9.30 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00

8.25 Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas. (Mals, R)

9.20 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 The Man Who Died. (Ma)

11.35 A Criminal Affair. (Mal, R)

1.15 Pagan Peak. (Mas, R) 3.00 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (PG, R) 4.10 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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In The Box. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Ozzy Osbourne: The Final Encore. 9.30 MOVIE: Daytime Revolution. (2024)

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Finding

Altamira. (2016, PG) 7.30 The Movie Show. 8.05

Lucky You. (2007, PG) 10.20 One Night In Miami… (2020, M) 12.30pm The Mask Of Zorro. (1998, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 Local Hero. (1983, PG) 5.40 A Handful Of Dust. (1988, PG) 7.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 9.30 A Brighter Tomorrow. (2021, M, French) 11.15 Emily. (2022, M) 1.35am The Hateful Eight. (2015, MA15+) 4.35 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, December 9

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R)

8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

9.35 Australia In Colour. (PGa, R)

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Families Like Ours. (Ma)

12.05 De Gaulle. (Ma, R)

2.00 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (R)

3.05 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)

4.50 Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

VICELAND (31)

6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Knee High Spies. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 Animals Up Close With Bertie

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 7.00 A Handful Of Dust. (1988, PG) 9.10 Finding Altamira. (2016, PG) 10.55 Coalesce. (2020, M) 12.30pm Emily. (2022, M) 2.50 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 4.30 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 6.00 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 7.35 Down With Love. (2003, M) 9.30 Caravaggio’s Shadow. (2022, MA15+) 11.40 Force Of Destiny. (2015, MA15+) 1.40am Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Evening session.

7.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break.

8.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Late evening session.

10.30 Chicago Fire. (Mav)

11.30 Autopsy USA. (Mal, R)

12.30 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl, R)

8.40 MOVIE: The Dish. (2000, Ml, R) Australians help with Apollo 11. Sam Neill.

10.45 The Equalizer. (Mav)

11.35 Transplant. (MA15+am, R)

12.25 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.20 Talking Honey. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PGa) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGal, R) A tradie crashes into a parked car.

8.30 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav)

9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Gary Adams. (Mav, R) Former detective Ron Iddles helps a mother.

10.30 Inside Cyprus. (PGav, R)

12.00 Miniseries: London Spy. (Premiere, MA15+ds)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

NBN News.

A Current Affair.

Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm)

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9GO!

WEDNESDAY, December 10

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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. (Final) 1.35 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 1.55 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 QI. (PGls, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.15 Outta Town Adventures. (PGaw, R) 10.10 Leave No Trace. (PG) 11.10 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.55 South America With Simon Reeve. (Ml, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PGaw, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 Britain By Beach. (PGav, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

In North Korea. (R) 8.25 Terror On The Space Station. (Premiere)

Crime. (Return)

SBS World News Late.

Elvira. (Malv, R) 2.05 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGav, R)

3.10 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)

4.15 Growing A Greener World. (R)

4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

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

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6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Dragons: Gift Of The Night Fury. 8.20 Steven Universe. 8.45 Adventure Time. 9.10 Teen Titans Go! 9.30 We Bare Bears. 9.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.05 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.25 Late Programs.

6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Mastermind Australia. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Hong Kong’s Fight For Freedom. 1.30 If You Are The One. 3.35 Fashionista. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.20 MOVIE: Mad Max. (1979, M) 11.05 MOVIE: The Vault. (2021, M) 1.15am Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over USA. 2.05 Late Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am The Movie

Show. 7.10 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 8.50 A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PG) 10.25 Song To Song. (2017, M) 12.45pm A Brighter Tomorrow. (2021, M, French) 2.30 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 4.15 Born To Dance. (2015, PG) 6.05 Arthur’s Hallowed Ground. (1984, PG) 7.30 Breath. (2017, M) 9.40 The Eight Mountains. (2022, M) 12.25am Vampire’s Kiss. (1988, MA15+) 2.20 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, December 11

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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 When The War Is Over. (PGa, R) 10.25 The Piano UK. (PG, R) 11.30 Crime Night! (Final, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Madl, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PGa)

7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.

8.30 MOVIE: Pitch Perfect. (2012, Mls, R)

A university freshman is coaxed into joining an all-girl a cappella group. Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow.

10.50 Chicago Fire. (Ma)

11.50 Motorway Patrol. (PGa, R)

12.20 MOVIE: Secrets Exposed. (2022, Mav, R)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (Ml, R)

8.30 Paramedics. (Mam, R) A flight paramedic responds to a crash.

9.30 American Crime Story. (Madlsv)

11.35 Resident Alien. (Mlv)

12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.10 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain. (PGaw)

8.25 Niagara Falls. (R)

9.25 Vigil. (MA15+v)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Vienna Blood. (Mav, R)

12.50 House Of Promises. (Ma, R)

3.30 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGalv, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Australia’s Sleep Revolution. 1.35 Birdsville Or Bust: Untold Australia. 2.40 SBS50. 2.45 Insight. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Homicide. 12.45am Normal People. 2.25 Late Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Mrs Lowry

And Son. (2019, PG) 6.45 Born To Dance. (2015, PG) 8.35 Arthur’s Hallowed Ground. (1984, PG) 10.00 The Movie Show. 10.35 The Shadow Of The Day. (2022, M, French) 1pm Down With Love. (2003, M) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.30 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 5.30 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 7.35 Living. (2022, PG) 9.30 There’s Still Tomorrow. (2023, Italian) 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 7NEWS Special: Roger Climpson. A special honouring Roger Climpson.

7.30 7NEWS: 2025 Year In Review.

A look back at the stories that shaped 2025.

8.30 MOVIE: Robin Hood. (2010, Msv, R)

An archer returns home to England, only to find the country suffering under the yoke of devious noblemen. Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen.

11.30 The Amazing Race. (PG)

1.00 Life. (Malsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Our Town. 3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency.

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The Area

q Sempai Kellie Eggins, Sempai Indy Cook, Sempai Isla Wilkinson, Sensei Anissa Hilton, Sensei Shaun Budai, Sempai Isaac Salmon, Sempai Troy Phillipson-Nichols and Sempai Eric Millgate.

SEVEN students from Mid North Coast Karate in Kew recently passed their Black Belt Gradings.

Sempai Troy Phillipson-Nichols, Sempai Indy Cook, Sempai Kellie Eggins and Sempai Isla Wilkinson all were awarded their Shodan-Ho Black Belts.

Sempai Eric Millgate and Sempai Isaac Salmon both achieved their 1st Dan Black Belts while Sensei Anissa

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Available 24/7

Bonny Hills

• Rainbow Beach Life Saver Tower

- Rainbow Beach Dr

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Bonny Hills

• B onny Hills Community Hall - Graham St Kendall

• Kendall Service Citizen Club - 4 Graham St Kew

• Kew Country Club - 185 Kendall Rd (12th hole shelter and inside club)

Lake Cathie

• Lake Cathie Bowling Club - 45 Evans St

Lake Cathie

• Lake Cathie Medical - 1459 Ocean Dr

• Lake Cathie Rural Fire Brigade - 10 Ernest St Laurieton

• Fitness Powered 24/7 Gym - Bold St (gym access only)

• Laurieton Fire & Rescue - 33 Castle St (on trucks)

• S ES Camden Haven Unit - 21A Norma St (all vehicles)

• The Wiggly Tail Butcher - Bold St North Haven

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Lakewood

• C amden Haven Anglican Church

- 2 Mission Terrace (occasionally closed)

• Woolworths Supermarket - 10 Botanic Dr Laurieton

• Anglican Op Shop - Seymour St

• C amden Haven Council Office - 9 Laurie St

• C oles Supermarket - 10 Tunis St

• Discount Pharmacy - Bold St

• La urieton Library - Laurie St

• Laurieton United Services Club - Seymour St

• M arine Rescue - Tunis St

• Simplicity Funerals - 16 Lake St (closed when caring for families)

• The Y NSW Laurieton Memorial Baths

- 1 Laurie St (inside pool access only)

• Vince Inmon Sporting Complex - 29 Lake St North Haven

• Club North Haven - 1 Woodford Rd

• B rigadoon Holiday Park - 7 Eames Ave