“A BIT of a shindig” is how the Bonny Hills Progress Association (BHPA) described the official opening of the new Ocean Drive pathway and viewing platform last Friday.
President Paul Poleweski was among the stakeholders who gathered on “the classy bit of infrastructure” overlooking the Wauchope-Bonny Hills Surf Life Saving Club.
“As the current BHPA President, I was pleased to pass on the community’s appreciation for this enhancement to Bonny Hills,” he shared after the event.
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‘Shindig’ for Bonny Hills pathway
The BHPA joined Port Macquarie Hastings Mayor Adam Roberts and Federal Labor Senator Deborah O’Neill for the opening, which was also attended by representatives of the construction team, community members and candidates for the federal seat of Lyne.
Costing $1.87 million, the Council project was designed to enhance safety and accessibility.
It features a 1.5m wide walkway, a pull-off bay, a 75m composite boardwalk, upgraded ramps for prams and mobility aid users, and dual on-road bicycle lanes.
Construction was federally funded under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program Round 3.
“This infrastructure will not only
Candidate’s pledge for 24-hour police station
STATE Libertarian candidate Breelin Coetzer has pledged to lobby for a 24-hour police station in Laurieton, if elected at the Port Macquarie by-election on 15 March.
In a statement, Ms Coetzer reinforced the need for greater police support across the electorate, specifically in the Camden Haven.
“Our community has a fantastic police station in Laurieton, but it sits unmanned a lot of the time,” she said.
“The Libertarian Party believes wasteful spending in other areas has left the State under-resourced to fulfil its legitimate duty of protecting people and their private property.”
Ms Coetzer said research has shown that a well-staffed station is essential in maintaining public safety and civil liberties as it deters crime and improves response times.
“A strong local police presence builds community trust and can reduce the likelihood of minor incidents escalating into more serious crimes.
Ms Coetzer says she has reached out to Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce President Luke Hadfield, who emphasised the broader impact of crime on local businesses.
“It’s not just the immediate loss; it’s lost time, wages, damages, increased insurance costs, and even the potential to harm our
enhance the quality of life for people in this area but will also increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists and encourage more active transport use in what is a very popular part of our community,” Mayor Roberts said.
Senator O’Neill added that the project is an example of what can be achieved when local and federal government work together.
reputation as a visitor destination,” Mr Hadfield said.
With police recruitment an ongoing challenge, Ms Coetzer supports existing NSW Police initiatives to boost officer numbers in rural and regional areas, such as financial
incentives and relocation support.
“The Port Macquarie electorate deserves police support that reflects our needs, and Our Police deserve the resources required to support our community.”
q The view from the boardwalk. Photo: PMHC.
q Mayor Adam Roberts, Federal Labor Senator Deborah O’Neill and members of the BHPA test out the new pathway. Photo: Chantelle Ansell.
The question is again being asked following a proposal for a new regional play space on the street, with some arguing the area holds significant historical and cultural value at risk of being lost.
Laurie Street is home to a number of historically important sites, including the remnants of the original Government Wharf and ferry crossing, as well as several heritage listed buildings.
These include the original Laurieton Post Office, the Holy Trinity Anglican Church at Longworth Park and the Laurieton School of Arts Hall.
Beyond its European history, Laurie Street also holds deep cultural significance for the local Aboriginal community.
From the edges of the Camden Haven Inlet at the proposed play space site, to the foot of Dooragan National Park, the area contains rich Indigenous history.
Camden Haven Historical Society President Barbara Hollebon told News Of The Area, “With the number of relevant sites, both with and without heritage listings, it would be a crying shame not to preserve the area as a heritage precinct.
“We have at least eleven sites of significance just between Bold Street and the river.”
Heritage sites in NSW are assessed based on a set of criteria established by the State Government, which examine the historical, social, and aesthetic significance of a site.
Assessors look for features that demonstrate the evolution of a place, its association with significant events or people, and its ability to contribute to an understanding of the region’s heritage.
They also consider the site's condition, integrity, and potential for research.
Advocates are calling on the appropriate government agencies to assess the site, hoping they will support the establishment of a heritage precinct.
The Beach to Beach Shared Pathway Committee has thrown its support behind the push, as they work on installing interpretive signage at historically significant locations such as the old Government Wharf and ferry crossing.
The current discussion is not without precedent.
In previous years, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has considered heritage management as part of the Urban Growth Management Strategy update.
Supporters of the Laurie Street heritage precinct argue that it is time for
Council to revisit, review, and formally acknowledge the area's historical and cultural significance.
In 2019, as part of a university degree, local resident Diane Solomon Westerhuis completed an 85page heritage study on the area, detailing the historical elements of the precinct.
“With a heritage precinct, we could appreciate our history from one end of the street to the other - the wharf, midden, and post office, along its length, including some of the remaining heritage trees, to the foot of Dooragan (North Brother), which is recognised as a significant Indigenous site,” Diane said.
“So from beginning to end, the street’s history would be protected.”
An important consideration in heritage listing is curtilage - the land surrounding a heritage site that contributes to its historical context.
If Laurie Street were to receive heritage status, curtilage would play a role in determining how the sites are protected while maintaining their integrity.
Historical Society member and museum volunteer Mike Dodkin PSM has meticulously collated historical evidence of the Laurie Street precinct over the years.
In the past he conducted highly popular tours highlighting the remains of
Government
old Laurieton.
“The Camden Haven Historical Society reignited a ‘heritage walk’ for Laurie Street back in 2016 in liaison with Council staff,” Mr Dodkin said.
“The walk has always been included in the calendar for Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s annual Heritage Week events.
“It proved very popular with both locals and visitors - some of the newly arrived locals were inspired to hear about the history of the area they had chosen as their new home.
“As walks were cancelled
during the COVID years, the Historical Society developed, with Council’s assistance, a self-guided Heritage Walk brochure, available at the museum.”
The Historical Society and other interested parties do not oppose the development of a play space but believe that its current proposed location is inappropriate given Laurie Street’s historical and cultural significance.
They encourage further consultation to find a more suitable site that balances heritage preservation with community needs.
Laurie Street, Laurieton and
Wharf in the late 1800s. Photo: Camden Haven Historical Society.
Liberals pledge $5 million for Oxley Highway
THE NSW Liberal Party has vowed to restore $5 million in funding for Stage 2 of the Oxley Highway upgrade if elected as the state’s government in 2027.
Liberal candidate for the upcoming Port Macquarie by-election, Robert Dwyer, made the announcement alongside Opposition Leader Mark Speakman and Shadow Minister for Roads and Infrastructure Natalie Ward, committing to Wrights Road and Lake Road intersection upgrades.
The Oxley Highway upgrade has faced a turbulent funding history.
The Coalition secured joint Federal ($4 million) and State ($1 million) funds for improvements while in government, however the funding was axed in November 2023.
Planning work for upgrades to the Oxley Highway was one of seventeen projects culled across NSW as the Albanese government reviewed the former Coalition government’s infrastructure approvals.
The decision sparked criticism at the time from Port Macquarie MP Leslie
Williams, who argued the cuts ignored the concerns of residents and businesses reliant on the corridor.
“Following Labor’s cruel cuts to this project, Leslie Williams has been a tireless advocate fighting to restore funding,” Mr Dwyer said.
“I’m proud to continue her hard work and today announce that a NSW Liberal Government would fully restore $5 million to finish the job we started,” Mr Dwyer said.
“Locals have had their say, they’ve expressed their views as to the preferred option, yet this project has stalled because of Labor’s cuts,” Mr Dwyer said.
Hoping to fill the role left by Mrs Williams as Member for Port Macquarie in a few short weeks, Mr Dwyer said “hundreds of people have raised their concerns” over the highway while on the campaign trail.
“We need to get on with the job to ease congestion, improve safety and boost productivity for local business and industry.”
One of Mr Dwyer’s key opponents in the Port Macquarie by-election next month, Nationals candidate Sean Gleeson also raised key infrastructure improvements at a press conference on Monday.
He listed the Wrights Road roundabout, Houston Mitchell Drive and the
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Coopernook-Harrington overpass as three key focuses of his campaign.
“The first thing we need to do is get funding to have the concept plans put in place,” he said of Wrights Road.
“We need to start having those conversations and looking to the future.”
“We need to make sure we can get that project started and completed as soon as we possibly can,” he said.
“People need to cross four lanes if they want to go from Harrington over to the Coopernook side.”
Mr Gleeson described the CoopernookHarrington overpass as an “absolute necessity”, stating that “people’s lives are at risk”.
q Liberal candidate Robert Dwyer with Opposition Leader Mark Speakman and Shadow Minister for Roads and Infrastructure Natalie Ward. Picture: supplied.
Communities rally against youth crime
CLOSE to 700 Mid North Coast
residents attended a National Party-led rally in Kempsey on Sunday, 23 February, calling for urgent action on regional crime.
The event was attended by NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders and a host of the party’s MPs, including Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan and Oxley MP Michael Kemp.
Local Mayors, NSW Police representatives, Indigenous leaders and security experts were also in attendance.
An additional rally was held in Armidale on Saturday, with further plans for an event in Moree on 1 March.
Mr Kemp said the rally sent a “loud and clear” message to the NSW Government.
“Our current laws are failing, and we need real change to keep our
communities safe,” Mr Kemp said.
The National Party is pushing for “strong and immediate legislative reform”, and announced plans to put forward a bill to “stop repeat serious youth offenders from holding regional communities to ransom”.
The bill will include changes to the bail act to stop courts granting bail to serious repeat offenders, changes to “Doli Incapax”, and amending the crimes sentencing procedure act to give more consideration to the harm that is caused to the victim.
Doli Incapax is a common law principle that presumes children aged 10-13 are incapable of criminal intent.
The Deputy Leader of the NSW Nationals, Gurmesh Singh, said the bill would offer a stronger solution than
the bail laws introduced by Premier Chris Minns in 2024.
“Youth crime has been a massive issue for our community and the Minns Government’s narrow approach clearly isn’t doing anything to stop repeat youth offenders from carrying out crime sprees,” Mr Singh said.
“We are hearing more reports of home invasions, car thefts and assaults.
“Violent crime is becoming alarmingly common, and our residents and families are living in a constant state of panic and fear.
“People are completely fed up and are turning to these events and rallies as a last resort to try and have their voices heard.”
In a press conference in Port Macquarie on Monday, Mr Saunders said youth crime was the number one focus
Nationals candidate Sean
in the lead up to the by-election on Saturday, 15 March.
“It is surprising to see how many people have security cameras in their house,” Mr Gleeson said.
“This is a real issue.”
Mr Gleeson, a farmer himself, said the purported crime wave had also spread to rural areas.
CAMDEN HAVEN CHAMBER PRESIDENT’S REPORT
February has been a challenging month for many businesses, with reports of a softening in trade—something that tends to happen at this time of year. However, the recent interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia is a welcome step towards easing financial pressures on households, which in turn should help support local spending in the months ahead.
A key topic of discussion across our towns has been history and heritage—how we preserve it, promote it, and ensure it remains a part of our community’s identity. With so many historical assets in our region, it’s important that we continue to have these conversations and explore ways to celebrate our past while planning for the future.
Another issue drawing community attention is the proposed new play space in Laurieton. While there is strong support for the project itself, its proposed location has reignited concerns around elements of the town centre master plan. These discussions highlight the importance of balancing community needs with long-term planning.
On another front, the Chamber recently received a response from Port Macquarie-Hastings Council CEO Dr Claire Allen regarding the outdoor trade permit issue. Unfortunately, the response left much to be desired, and we will continue to push for a fair and practical outcome for our local businesses. More updates will follow as we work to ensure the best possible arrangements for our traders.
As always, the Chamber remains committed to advocating for our business community and ensuring the Camden Haven remains a vibrant and prosperous place to live and work.
Luke Hadfield President
“We have seen quad bikes being stolen, cars and four wheel drives going missing, people coming into farms.”
Not all agree with the Nationals’ approach, with Greens MLC Sue Higginson describing Sunday’s rally as an example of “shortsighted, reactionary politics driven by fear”.
“The National Party as well as Labor Premier Chris
Minns are driving community fear and division in a childish response to a very serious issue,” Ms Higginson said.
“We cannot allow the criminal laws of NSW to be a plaything for weak politicians who are baiting the electorate with scare tactics.
“Where young people are engaging in crime, it is intellectual dishonesty to ignore the underlying causes of crime in favour of a political campaign of corflutes calling for putting more young people in prison and pushing increased rates of offending by those people throughout their lives.”
Ms Higginson said the Nationals’ approach to crime prevention ignores the data on youth offending.
“If we don’t listen to the actual evidence and we
continue to put young people behind bars, we are turning what is a moral panic into a genuine crime spike into the future, remembering there is no real crime spike right now, that youth crime is generally trending downwards.
“Any localised variations to this trend can and should be dealt with through local responses, such as police surges and more diversionary support and services.
“We should be emptying our youth prisons.
“If we take a bold and evidence based approach to supporting young people at risk of offending, we can actually reduce the rate of young people offending, and prevent them from reoffending as adults,” Ms Higginson said.
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q Residents from across the Mid North Coast turned out in numbers.
q Oxley MP Michael Kemp and NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders.
q NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders and Port Macquarie byelection candidate Sean Gleeson.
25 years of distance education
By Bill HARROW
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have a unique opportunity to spend time teaching both face-to-face and DE. Sharon Westman has been with the school since it was opened in 2000, beginning as a teacher of English, History and Drama. She was later promoted to head teacher and is now a Deputy Principal.
“DE is a rewarding way of teaching students who can’t be part of mainstream education and sharing in lots of successful outcomes,” Mrs Westman told NOTA.
q Deputy Principals Deb Gilbert, Shayne Vonbun, Micheala Clough and Sharon Westman.
q The Camden Haven High School campus.
q Camden Haven High School.
Hooked on the Camden Haven
By Kate SHELTON
THE Hastings region has been a hotbed of fishing activity lately, offering anglers a diverse range of opportunities.
School mulloway have been making an appearance, providing thrilling light tackle action around the break walls, bridge pylons, and rocky structures.
These structures have also been productive for flathead, which are readily taking live bait and mullet strips.
Lure anglers have also found success, particularly during the incoming tide when the water clarity is at its best.
For those targeting luderick, the break walls have been the place to be, with quality fish being taken on cabbage and green weed flies.
Crabbers have also been enjoying a productive week, with good numbers of mud crabs being pulled from the local waterways.
Beach fishing has been equally rewarding, with bream and whiting in abundance.
The southern end of Lighthouse Beach, along with Shelly Beach and Queens Head, are prime locations to try your luck.
Rock fishing for tailor continues to improve as the season progresses, and bream and luderick can be reliably found in the more sheltered areas. Last weekend saw a surge in offshore activity in Plomer Bay, with an impressive array of species caught, including mac tuna, mackerel, cobia, black marlin, and even sailfish.
This incredible burst of action created memories that will last a lifetime for the lucky anglers involved.
While such intense activity in Plomer Bay isn't a regular occurrence, it serves as a reminder of the bay's potential when the currents, tides, and moon phases align perfectly.
Moving south to the Camden Haven region, luderick fishing has been exceptional in the river, especially around the break walls.
Bream fishing has also been outstanding, with both break walls producing fish
nudging the kilo mark, with pilchards proving to be the most effective bait.
Lake Cathie continues to be a consistent producer of whiting, flathead, and bream, with prawns being the standout bait.
Offshore, snapper numbers are looking very healthy this season, with good catches reported off Lake Cathie and the inshore reefs around Bonny Hills.
Sporadic mackerel hook-ups have also been reported in these same reef areas, adding to the offshore excitement.
Further south again, the Macleay River has seen a noticeable increase in whiting activity, particularly in the upper reaches. Rock fishing enthusiasts have been heading to the headlands near the Gaol and Crescent Head, where reports of cobia, tuna, and the occasional kingfish have been circulating.
Offshore fishing in the Macleay region is also on the rise, with successful anglers this week landing impressive catches of mackerel, mahi mahi, cobia, and tuna.
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Search for Camden Haven’s best gardens
By Kim AMBROSE
THE Camden Haven Garden Club’s anthophiles are embarking on a mission to discover the area’s most attractive gardens.
Last year the club decided to re-launch their “Street Appeal” initiative.
This project involves club members with a keen eye for aesthetics exploring
their local area and nominating a garden they are drawn to.
“There are so many elegant and varied gardens in the local area and this is a great way to share their beauty,” said club member Marie Arthur.
“The Street Appeal award is our way of acknowledging and thanking the owners of these gardens for their time and effort.
“A garden can be chosen because of its variety of flowers, mix of colours or its overall appearance - there is no set criteria.”
Once a garden has been nominated, it is added to a list.
Club President Jan Power and two committee members then visit each nomination.
Winning garden owners are notified via a congratulative letter and nursery voucher.
“The voucher is for the value of $25 and has been donated by the Bonny Hills Garden Centre,” said Secretary Margaret Whitaker.
“We are very fortunate to have such a generous sponsor and I know the winners appreciate it too.”
In the past four months winners have included gardens from Dunbogan, Laurieton and two from Queens Lake retirement village.
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A rare double times five
By Sue STEPHENSON
THERE was clearly something in the water supply around March and April of last year, based on the “rare” start to 2025 for Port Macquarie Base Hospital’s Special Care Unit.
Between 12 January and 2 February, the unit was home to five sets of twins.
“There has been a buzz amongst the team members helping these families through the first days and weeks,” said Lauren Jusic, Midwife Educator for the Special Care Nursery.
North Haven’s Rebecca Ellis and Lachlan Mumford welcomed Knox and Nate into their lives at 22:55pm and 23:08pm on 23 January.
“They were, unbelievably, the fourth set of twins helped into the world by the wonderful team of midwives, doctors and nurses,” said the boys’ grandmother Gayl, who’s also from North Haven.
Gayl said Rebecca and Lachlan were told that it was a “phenomenal turn out” for the hospital.
Meg Johnson and Zain Ali kicked off the twin rush when they welcomed Tallulah and Elijah on 12 January.
Meg said there was no family history of twins, so the discovery of two heartbeats during pregnancy was a
surprise.
Noor Harbi and Hemamm Al-Kaillany were next, welcoming Melissa and Sofia on 14 January.
The twins were born at John Hunter Hospital and transferred to Port Macquarie.
Noor said her husband is a twin, but the news they would welcome two was unexpected.
“Doctors have told us that the chance of a twin fathering twins is one in a million,” she said.
Melissa and Sofia were discharged from the hospital to be doted over by big sister Emelia-Celine.
Third-up were Bryson and Kayson Abbotts who were born on 15 January at John Hunter Hospital to parents Ameka Morris and Bailyn Abbots of Kempsey.
The boys spent time at Port Macquarie Base Hospital before going home to the extended family, which includes twin uncles and cousins.
Rebecca and Lachlan were next to add to the nursery.
“We were happy the special care team could care for Knox and Nate when they already had three sets of twins in the ward,” Rebecca said.
After the four twins were discharged from the hospital, the Special Care team quickly welcomed a fifth duo – Sybil
‘Rare’ start to the year for PMBH’s Special Care Unit
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and Eve - although the sisters don’t share a birthday.
Sybil was born at 11:30pm on 1 February and Eve was born just after midnight, on 2 February.
Parents Amber and Lochie Clarke said the girls are the first twins in the family for several generations.
Siblings aged four and two were waiting at home in Kempsey for their sisters to arrive.
“The prospect of going from two children to four was a bit to get used to,” Lochie said.
q In order of arrival: Meg Johnson and Zain Ali with Tallulah and Elijah, Noor Harbi with Melissa and Sofia, Ameka Morris and Bailyn Abbots with Bryson and Kayson; Rebecca Ellis and Lachlan Mumford with Knox and Nate; and Amber and Lochie Clarke with Sybil and Eve. Photos: MNCLHD.
q Rebecca Ellis and Lachlan Mumford with Knox and Nate and big brother Nixon (21 months). Photo: supplied.
Teacher’s tips for Mid North Coast op shoppers
By Sue STEPHENSON
REGULAR op shoppers will tell you there’s more to thrifting than saving money.
It’s also about sustainability and, for some, the chance to stand out from the fast-fashion crowd.
The Mid North Coast’s Natalee Selwood has recycled, reworked, and saved clothing from landfill; creating her label Beilby Beach Handcrafted in the process.
The recent graduate of Macksville TAFE crafted some of her designs under the guidance of Apparel, Fashion and Textiles teacher Deborah Hatley.
Deborah believes “treasure hunting” at op shops can be both rewarding and fashion-forward, which is advice more Australians are starting to follow.
According to a YouGov poll, eighteen percent of the population resolved last year to make more sustainable purchases, while research by not for profit
organisation “Seamless” found a twelve percent reduction in new clothing purchases in 2024 compared to 2018.
Seamless is a clothing stewardship scheme aimed at making brands accountable for the lifecycle of their products.
It is tasked with reducing the 200,000 tonnes of clothing that Australians send to landfill each year and the 100,000 tonnes sent overseas.
For those wanting to make a difference, or wanting to wear or create something different, Deborah has the following five tips.
1. Working Girl
Head to the men’s department. Look for oversized quality blazers with broad shoulders. Double breasted waistcoats. Think shoulder pads and bold collars. Sleeves can be removed to create drama. Personalise with trims such as on-trend fringing. Hand paint or stencil designs onto clothing using fabric paints. Create bling with op shopped diamante brooches. Wear with a bralette or a body suit.
2. Lingerie
Look for corsets. Slips with lots of lace as outerwear, or to wear peeking through sheer tops or underneath garments. Corsets can be layered over a dress or blazer. Add embellishments and add layers of ruffles to a purchased skirt for a unique designer vibe. Op shop white sheets and create a Greek toga style dress by draping and knotting (very on trend for 2025).
3. Flowers
Head over to the fabric remnants section and find lightweight fabrics to cut up and make fabric flowers. There’s lots of inspiration online. Attach to your op shop purchased dresses, skirts or pants to update them. Make a creative, bold statement with this look.
4. Surf
This is one for the sports section. Buy tight-fitting neoprene to wear as bodysuits or leggings. Cut shapes out, or cut up to make midriff tops with sleeves, shorts, bandeau tops. Neoprene doesn’t need to be hemmed so it’s a quick DIY. Use stencils to spray paint designs or paint stripes for extra drama.
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Beef producers to do battle
By Joshua GILBERT
LOCAL producers are set to compete for the title of best beef carcase at this year’s Wingham Beef Week.
The event, which provides a week-long program focused on the beef cattle industry, will be held at the Wingham Showgrounds between 12-16 May.
“The event aims to educate at ground level the next generation of our future junior beef enthusiasts in a hands-on environment to
increase their knowledge/ exposure to the Australian beef industry through education and competition,” the event website states.
“Producers use the event to pit their skills and benchmark their finished product against other producers and industry peers by competing in carcase competitions, both led and unled.”
Beef Week Vice President Mat Knox told News Of The Area the event provides local cattle producers with the opportunity to compare the
quality of their beef with others across the local region.
“$3,000 will be awarded to the best carcase of the competition, with more prize money for best quality grassfed cattle, highest score for pens of two and five, and best eating quality,” Mr Knox said.
“Not only is the event a great opportunity for local schools to learn about the livestock industry, but it also provides local producers the chance to see their beef in the chillers and compare to their peers.”
Wingham Beef Week hosts over 450 students and 50 local producers from across the State each year.
Sweet success for teen entrepreneur
By Luke HADFIELD
IF YOU frequent the local markets, you may have tasted the delicious, handcrafted treats from Sweet Tooth Marshmallows, but the story behind this thriving brand is just as impressive as its award-winning confections.
Founded by local 13-yearold entrepreneur Patrick Dale, Sweet Tooth Marshmallows was born out of a simple frustration - he couldn’t find a chocolate marshmallow.
Determined to fill that gap,
Patrick began crafting his own small-batch, premium marshmallows, and his dedication to quality quickly gained national attention.
His signature Chocolate Marshmallows were awarded “Best Marshmallow” at the 2023 National Fine Food Awards, solidifying his place in Australia’s artisanal food scene.
Now, Sweet Tooth Marshmallows is taking the next step, launching a range of their gourmet marshmallows at Hastings
IGA Wauchope.
"Our marshmallows are made with care using quality ingredients, and we're excited to share them with the Wauchope and IGA community,” Patrick said.
Tim Walker, Business Development Manager with the Hastings Co-Op group, praised Patrick’s achievements.
“We wish him all the best with this launch, and we are excited to recognise Patrick’s entrepreneurial skills.
“His talent in product development, marketing, and package design is a credit to him and a pleasure to see in someone so young."
q Students in attendance at the 2024 Wingham Beef Week. Photo: supplied.
q Sweet Tooth Marshmallows founder Patrick Dale with IGA representative Darren.
Candidates on the campaign trail
IT has been a busy week of campaigning for Lyne’s Federal election hopefuls.
Nationals leader David Littleproud joined Lyne candidate Alison Penfold for the opening of her Taree campaign office on Tuesday.
Mr Littleproud said Ms Penfold had hit the ground running ahead of the election, which will be held before 17 May.
“It’s crucial that Lyne has a fierce and experienced advocate on their side because locals desperately need help when it comes to their grocery bills, their power bills, their insurance bills and almost every single other expense,” Mr Littleproud said.
“Alison also knows the electorate and the issues that matter, having worked for former Deputy Prime Minister Mark Vaile, as a senior adviser for The Nationals and for retiring MP Dr David Gillespie.”
Ms Penfold said she is ready to be a strong voice for Lyne and follow the legacy of Dr Gillespie, who retires after serving the electorate since 2013.
“My local campaign is centred around delivering on the issues that really matter to the families, businesses and
industries of this electorate," she said.
“People want safer roads, better and affordable access to health and aged care services, better telecommunications and getting the economy back on track so our businesses and industries can succeed.”
On the other side of politics, Greens candidate for Lyne Tom Ferrier is attempting to bring environmental action to the centre of the election debate.
Mr Ferrier believes his party is the only political force “genuinely focused on tackling the causes and effects of the warming climate”.
In a statement this week, Mr Ferrier slammed the Federal Government’s “backpedalling” on reforming Australia’s environment laws.
“It’s smarter financially to save our native forests for ecotourism and future generations,” said Mr Ferrier, a resident of Lorne.
“The native forest logging industry is losing millions of dollars each year.
“The Greens are the only party that has costed a just transition for timber workers and the creation of 100 percent sustainable plantations.”
Mr Ferrier claims Australia can become
100 percent powered by renewables using “technology that already exists”.
“The $11 billion Australia spends on annual subsidies to oil, gas and coal could be spent fast-tracking our renewable energy transition.
“Climate scientists have warned us that if we keep opening new coal and gas mines, we will keep experiencing record temperatures, droughts, fires and floods.
“We all want future generations to experience healthy forests and thriving wildlife.
“To do this, we have to switch to clean energy.”
Independent candidate Jeremy Miller, in a statement to media and supporters, raised youth mental health as a key election focus.
“Our recent survey showed young people in the electorate of Lyne feel they are not supported when it comes to mental health,” he said.
“Nearly half of you said you could not access facilities, it was costly or it was not available to you.
“From the rise of social media and technology to increased mental health challenges, anxiety and depression are becoming
more prevalent, affecting young Australians’ ability to focus on their education and career goals.
"That’s why mental health strategies and emotional support systems for our youth are so important.
“We need to ensure that young people have the emotional resilience to cope with the pressures they face."
Labor candidate Digby Wilson has also been on the campaign circuit, joining Labor Senator Deborah O'Neill at the opening of the new Ocean Drive pathway in Bonny Hills, and the awarding of a $964,583 grant to the Wallamba Netball Club in Nabiac.
Senator O’Neill also backed Mr Wilson in a speech to Federal Parliament.
“Elected to the MidCoast Council in 2024, Digby served to advocate for local issues that are important to the community, including healthcare, infrastructure and economic development,” she said.
“He is determined to give the region the leadership the National Party has failed to provide for many years.
“Digby Wilson stands for working people, families and small businesses.”
Taking to social media this week, Libertarian candidate Mark Hornshaw rallied against Australia’s business
tax system, which he says is overly complex and “stacked in favour of big corporations that can shuffle earnings and shift operations offshore”.
“Small businesses suffer, unable to reinvest profits to grow and compete with the giants,” he posted.
“‘Closing loopholes’ is a fantasy, and taxing revenue instead of income would tank high-turnover firms instantly.
“The Libertarian Party's plan: Zero percent tax on reinvested profits.
“Tax it as income when distributed.
“Simple, fair, and built to unburden Australian businesses and keep their operations at home.”
q Nationals leader David Littleproud, retiring MP Dr David Gillespie and volunteers help candidate Alison Penfold (centre) open her Taree campaign office.
q Port Macquarie-Hastings Mayor Adam Roberts and Labor candidate for Lyne Digby Wilson at the opening of the Bonny Hills pathway last week.
q Lyne Greens candidate Tom Ferrier with fellow bush care volunteers.
q Independent candidate Jeremy Miller meets residents at the Laurieton Riverwalk Markets.
q Libertarian candidate Mark Hornshaw (right) and party representatives John Ruddock MLC, Elvis Sinonic and former MP Craig Kelly launching the Libertarians’ federal election policy in Sydney last month.
BUSINESS SHOWCASE
Businesses merge to ‘serve you better’
YOU might have noticed some changes at Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate and Beachscape Property - so what has been happening?
Since mid-November, Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate and Beachscape Property have joined forces to provide extended services to better support the local community.
If you have been to the Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate office in the Woolworths Complex, you might have seen some familiar and new faces working together. The changes include a fresh look for 2025.
“You may have noticed unusual activity during the Christmas holiday period, when we refurbished the office,” the team said.
“Everything had to be moved out to lay new carpet, create space for a client meeting room and a fresh coat of paint. “We took this opportunity to modernise desks and reorganise floor space.
“We are excited with the results.
“We are thrilled to welcome you back with our expert team ready to serve you for all real estate needs.”
While change is afoot, the top quality service remains the same.
Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate will continue to handle real estate sales, led by local and award winning lead sales agent Debbi Phillips.
Beachscape Property will focus on property management.
“You will still work with the same trusted team of sales agents and property managers,” the team said.
“You deal directly with us.
“We are committed to providing a quality all-around service tailored to your needs.”
A local, dedicated and boutique team, Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate and Beachscape Property pride themselves on “genuine interactions and great results”.
q Lake Cathie Bonny Hills Real Estate and Beachscape Property have joined forces.
“We do not outsource tasks overseas; our team supports our community.
“We make things easy and offer all-inclusive services to take the stress out of buying, selling, and managing property.
“You can expect honest, realistic advice and
reliable service.”
The team:
Property Sales
-- Debbi Phillips: Licensed Agent, #1 Sales Agent in Lake Cathie and Camden Have, Winner RateMyAgent Awards 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
- Keith Cramp: Licensed Agent and Consultant.
- Susan De Jonge: Licensed Agent, Licensee in Charge.
- Jean Houliston, Sarah Cochrane (Licensed agent): Finance and Compliance.
- Mandy Hotham, Craig Read: Holiday Rentals Quality Team.
- Jasmine Jones: Projects.
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By Manny WOOD
Buy cheap, pay dear
WENDY makes a new will with the assistance of a solicitor.
The “simple” will leaves the whole of her estate to six of her favourite nieces and nephews. The will is properly executed in the presence of two independent witnesses.
Years later, Wendy’s relationship with another one of her nieces improves and Wendy decides to include her as a beneficiary under her will.
To save money, Wendy attends her solicitor’s office and asks for the release of her original will.
After its release from safe custody, Wendy returns home and she makes a hand amendment to the original will by adding her niece’s name.
She initials the amendment but no one is present as witnesses.
Wendy also writes a letter, stating a “non-binding” wish that her nieces and nephews share their inheritance with their children.
She staples the letter to the original will and puts it in her desk drawer.
When Wendy passes away, her executor attends the solicitor’s office and asks for the will.
It comes to light that the will had been removed, although a copy of the duly executed will was able to be produced.
Wendy has $100,000 in a fixed term deposit and no other assets.
Her bank will not release the funds without a grant of probate.
When Wendy’s original will is eventually located amongst her personal belongings, a number of issues arise.
Firstly, Wendy is advised that the Court will ask for evidence of the circumstances surrounding the hand amendment to the will.
In the absence of any witnesses, this creates difficulties and delays.
Secondly, the Court considers that the letter accompanying the will may constitute an “informal will” and asks all of the beneficiaries and their children to be made aware of the probate application by either being personally served or signing “consents”.
Some now reside overseas and some are minors, who need independent “tutors” appointed.
This case demonstrates how even small amendments to a simple will can lead to increased legal costs and cause significant difficulties and delays if they are not made under legal supervision.
Email Manny Wood, Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates at TB Law at manny@tblaw.net.au or call him on (02) 66 487 487.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Ring finder to the rescue
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE most inspiring bit of altruism happened to us this Sunday.
On Saturday I was swimming at Pilots Beach when I felt my three gold weddingrings slip off my finger in 1.5 metres of water.
My wife and I were devastated as we thought this was the end of my rings after 15 years of marriage.
Strangers on the beach came over to help us when they realised we were in distress, but there was little any of us could do as the rings were generally sand-coloured.
We enquired about renting a metal detector, but everything was closed for the weekend by then.
One friend borrowed a metal detector from a neighbour, but alas its boom was too short to operate in water 1.5-plus metres deep, and was probably not designed to work below a salt-water surface.
Then I found Nick Richards, who operates from Foster and works the entire NSW North Coast area.
I was amazed and delighted when he said
he could be at Pilots Beach at low tide (1pm) on Sunday.
There was no talk of a fee or hourly rate.
He arrived on time and started 'sweeping' the area I had tried to keep track of by sightings to the shore.
We were immediately comforted by his calm and confident attitude to the task.
Within minutes he had found a ring, but it wasn't mine!
Not deterred, he kept sweeping for one and a half hours, gradually covering a larger and larger area.
Eventually he found all three rings, one after the other within a five-minute period - my bearings had been a little off in my distress the day before.
We couldn't believe it!
Nick still wouldn't accept payment from us.
The best we could get from Nick was a promise of a lunch date sometime when he's passing Laurieton in the next few weeks.
Blessings on this kind-spirited and gifted man.
Sincerely, Chris STANTON, Camden Haven.
Private health cutbacks
DEAR News Of The Area,
I AM writing to express my fury at cutbacks to private health Insurance that I am sure will affect many local residents.
From 1 July private health will no longer contribute to the cost of treatments for macular degeneration.
As I have been having monthly eye injections for this condition, these changes will greatly affect me.
The cost of each treatment is over $600, of which Medicare pays one third and my private health covers the rest.
I pay for the scans separately.
The waiting room in the Eye Clinic in Port Macquarie is always full of patients who are just like me.
Without these injections we will lose our sight.
After years of paying into private health funds, I discover I am at their mercy in my retirement.
I have always urged my children to belong to a private health fund to help protect their
On theCouch
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
EVERY time I go to the beach there is a sea of bums.
Everyone under the age of about 20 (and some well over) are jiggling around in g-strings. Is this acceptable?
Francis P.
Dear Francis,
ACCEPTABLE is a strange word in these times.
It also depends on who you are talking to.
There are many who would gleefully flock to the beach to get a glimpse of the bums you refer to, and others who would be sweating bucketloads of moral panic over it.
Swimwear has been through many phases and it always comes with negative comments from the modesty brigade.
In the early 1900s, women had to wear loose-fitting frocks and later they were swaddled in conservative woollen swimsuits (can you imagine how uncomfortable that would be?).
In the 1930s, costumes hugged the figure and the material changed, with nylon making it more comfortable to swim and sunbake, but they were still quite puritanical by today's standards.
Tummies were exposed by the 1950s and by the 60s, tops and bottoms were shrinking with a lot of skin on show. In the 80s it was all about fluoro and it wasn't just the bums that were out.
Topless bathing was as prolific as the smell of coconut oil and hairspray.
It's surprising we didn't self-combust with all the additives and chemicals in the air.
I wonder, Francis, if it will come full circle again.
Perhaps, with cabanas offering more sun protection, and a greater awareness of the dangers of sunbaking, more people will embrace the cover-up culture and protect themselves from the harsh effects of the Australian sun and the sanctimonious sermonising of those in sensible swimwear.
health. But with the premiums rising and what the health funds cover shrinking, I'm concerned I’ve been wrong.
Maybe if enough people complain, this decision can be reversed.
It would cost the governments and community much more if macular degeneration went untreated and sufferers went blind.
Thank you for the chance to vent my distress.
Regards, Sue KING, Dunbogan.
Let me tell you, though, Francis, if I still had my 19-year-old bum, it would be out there frolicking amongst that sea of bums (between the flags of course) and enjoying every moment. Why not?
And why not embrace people wearing whatever they feel comfortable in at whatever age while they still can?
In this era of body positivity, a bit of jiggling, if the jiggler feels good about it, is surely not for the rest of us to judge.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
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LOCALSPORT
Raiders ramp up interest
By Kim AMBROSE
THE Lake Cathie Bonny Hills JRLFC held a “Come and Try Rugby League” afternoon on Friday, 21 February at the Lake Cathie Sporting Complex.
This session attracted over 30 participants including existing players and those new to the sport.
Activities commenced with children being grouped according to their age, facilitating interactions amongst potential future teammates.
Throughout the session attendees participated in a range of age appropriate activities including games, drills and safe tackling, concluding with a sausage
sizzle.
“The main objective of our ‘Come and Try Rugby League’ afternoon is to generate interest in the game and our club,” said Benny Smith, Raiders Club President.
“Hopefully, there will be few kids during today’s session who have never played rugby league before and this event encourages them to give it a go.
“This event also provides an opportunity for the community to come across to our home ground and to meet our coaches, managers and committee members.”
At present, the club is looking to field 12 teams from U6s to U16s.
“We also have an U18 side
we are slowly building up and a Women's League Tag Team in the open division, a first for the Raiders,” Smith said.
Jo Everson is a proud parent of three young Raiders.
“This season is the fifth year that my three boys have played for the Raiders and they absolutely love it,” said Jo.
“My oldest son will also start refereeing this year which the Raiders have encouraged.
“It is a great little community club.”
Looking ahead to the upcoming season, the U18 Raiders side is gearing up for three trial games scheduled for 1, 15, and 22 March.
CAMDEN HAVEN
q Both new and existing players enjoyed the afternoon.
While the games are free to attend, representatives from Self Seen - a local
charity supporting men’s mental health - will be collecting donations on 15
Surf club collaboration
By Kim AMBROSE
NORTH Haven Beach was transformed into a sea of pink vests on Sunday, 23 February as more than 120 Nippers gathered for a day of sun, surf and social connection.
It was the second time of the 2024/5 season that Nippers from Camden Haven Surf Life Saving
Club (SLSC) and Wauchope Bonny Hills Surf SLSC had combined for such an event.
The day began with an informal introduction of key personnel and a brief outline of scheduled events, before Nippers from both clubs split into their respective age groups.
SLSC managers then led their groups through a series of sand and
surf stations, featuring a mix of traditional and non-traditional Nippers activities.
Favourites included tugof-war and stuck in the mud, sprints, flags, boardriding and ocean swims.
The day concluded with a well-earned BBQ.
Nicole Crowe, Director of Administration for Camden Haven SLSC, said
q Georgia gives
approval.
both clubs were eager to extend the concept, making it a permanent fixture of future programs.
“In December our Nippers were invited by Wauchope Bonny Hills SLSC to join them at Rainbow Beach,” said Nicole.
“Everyone had such a positive experience on the day so we decided to return the favour and host
Hot off the blocks
By Kim AMBROSE
CAMDEN Haven golden girl
Chloe Higgins continues to shine in the pool, securing four podium finishes, nine personal bests (PB) and a national qualifying time at the 2025 Veriu NSW Country Championships (NSWCC).
Held at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre from 14-16 February, the carnival attracts the best swimmers from across regional NSW.
Chloe hit the water
in nine individual races, obtaining a new PB in each.
She also raced in two relays.
Driving from the wall, Chloe swam her way to gold in the Girls U12 200m Backstroke event in a time of 2.36.39, dropping 13.41 seconds from her previous PB.
The time secured her place in the 2025 Australian Age and MC Championships being held at Brisbane Aquatic Centre from 10-18 April.
Next Chloe added a silver in the Girls U12 100m Backstroke race in a time of 1.13.81, followed by bronze medals in the Girls 50m Butterfly and the 4 x 50m Freestyle Relay.
Clocking up the kilometres in the pool over summer, Chloe told NOTA she has upped her training regimen from last year.
“We have a really strong group of girls at Port [Macquarie] and our coach Billy Nicholson has really stepped up our training,”
said Chloe.
“He has really helped me with my starts and turns and this made the difference in my results.
“I have never won at Country before, so this win, as well as qualifying for Nationals, felt amazing.”
Looking ahead, Chloe’s eyes are set on the Speedo Sprint Series Finals at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre on Saturday 1 March and the NSW Junior State Championships from 15-16 March.
March if attendees would like to contribute.
Wauchope Bonny Hills Surf SLSC here today.
“Although events like today involve extra planning from both clubs, the social and competitive gains made from all participants clearly outweigh any additional measures needed to be taken.”
Among the participants were Gemma and Lilly from the Under 14 age
group, who shared their experiences with NOTA in between boardriding drills.
“It is definitely nice meeting new people who share a similar interest,” said Gemma.
“It is really nice to have the chance to get to know the kids who do Nippers with Wauchope Bonny Hills SLSC,” Lilly said.
q Chloe Higgins and her haul of metals from the NSW Country Championships.
q Rampaging Rebel crosses the line
q Fletcher demonstrates a tackling drill.
q Ziggy, Hemi and Huey.
q Try time for Walker.
q Into the water they go.
q Smiles galore as Nippers hit the water.
the day her
Lake Cathie Bowling Club
By Suzanne MILES
ANOTHER week at LCBC, the friendly Club.
Tuesday, 18th February, Ladies Social BowlsRink winnersRink 16 - Jenny Roberts, Anne Wilson, Sue Wood & Chris Knox.
Kew Country Club Women Golfers
By Robyn KING
ANOTHER busy week of golf for the ladies with the weather cooperating (mostly - still humid).
esults for Wednesday 19th February 2025 sponsored by Morgan’s Financial 18 Hole competition (Stroke & Putting - 1st round GNSW Medal)22players
Div 1 Winner: J. Bevan 70 R/Up: W. Middlebrook 72
Kew Ladies Bowls
By Velvanie HARTAS
18th FEBRUARY
The weather was good for us today and a good Roll up for Tuesday bowls day,which was played on the grass.
We also had up on the synthetic green some new people being coached so here's hoping they Join our Club and come and play with us on other days.
21st February
At least the Weather held off today with a nice breeze even
Kew Country Club Men’s Veterans Golf
By Laurie HAMILTON
RESULTS 24/02/2025 Single Stableford
Sponsored by M & H Mechanical
89 Starters
A Grade Winner – Richard Kightley 39 Pts.
2nd – Phil Long 36 Pts.
3rd – Dave Haggett 35 Pts.
Kew Bowling Club
By Andrew RICHARDS
23rd FEBRUARY, 2025
In Wednesday Social Bowls George Wise, Keith Collins and Darren “Rooster” Darcy claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Reggie Robb, Adrian Hilton and Stewart Rogan. Voucher winners were John O’Neill, Ray Allan, Dave Jones and Ian Hodgkinson.
In the Friday Jackpot Triples, the jackpot wasn’t drawn, so it accumulates forward. The Rink
Rink 11 - Ros Hancox, Chris Baldwin & Dorothy Lynch.
Wednesday, 19th February, Open PairsJan Opitz & George Moss def. Ron Bol & Sonny Willis.
Thursday, 20th February, Men's Social TriplesRink 18 - Roger Miles, Graham Fairburn & Geoff Delamotte.
Rink 8 - Des Hancox, Charles
Div 2 Winner: L. Von Holt 74
Div 3 Winner: D. Haggett 78
Place getters: K. Buckley 74(c/b), T. Pender 75, S.Warner 76, J. Stapleton 78(c/b), R. Banfield 78
Gross Winners:
Div 1: J Bevan 84, Div 2: T. Pender 102, Div 3: P. Hurst 122 NTP - D. Bell
Putting:
Div 1: W. Middlebrook 28, Div 2: L. Von Holt 31, S. Frost 31, Div 3: P. Hurst 30
We had our usual Friendly Friday games played with two teams.
Also today we had the Finals of the Tripples being which was Jean Donald, Anne Smith, Lorraine Clarke playing against Jenny Willard, Kim Thompson Sue Hardwick.
The winning team was Jean Donald, Anne Smith, Lorraine Clarke defeating Jenny Willard
Kim Thompson, Sue Hardwick 24/15.
So congratulations to the
C/B.
B Grade winner- Kevin Watts 36 Pts.
2nd – Ken Dollery 35 Pts.
3rd – Rob Perry 34 Pts. C/B.
C Grade winner – Trevor Lewis 44 Pts.
2nd – Howard Hughes 39 Pts.
3rd – Bruce Johnson 35 Pts. C/B.
Ball Winners – Geoff McMurray 35, Dennis Roth 35, Don Steigrad 34, Peter Johnson 34, Warren Dyer 34, Dave Larcombe 34, Brian Jenner 34
Winners were Andrew Richards, Mark Hammond and Gary Hamilton. The Runners Up were Jeffrey Nichols, Brian “Frosty” Charters and Ian Orr. Voucher Winners were Dee Squires, Stewart Rogan, Rod “No-el” Fokes and Barrie Isaac.
Congratulations to Lorraine Clark, Anne Smith and Jean Donald for winning the Ladies Triples Club Championship. The Runners Up were Sue Hardwick, Kim Thompson and Jenny Wellard, the final score being 24-15.
In Round 4 Open Pennants, both Grade 6 and Grade 7 had wins, and
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STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 28
right down to the wire.
Doyle & John Myers.
Friday, 21st February, Men's Minor Pairs Club Championship Qtr.
Final -
Jon Lee & Jim McGill def. Graydon Findlay & Mark Davies.
Steve Cameron & Dennis Richards def. Roy Peasnell & Geoff Buggie.
Bob Young & Keith Lawton def. Denis Begley & Bill Pearce.
R/Up - L. Hamilton 39
Place getters: Sue Dixon 40, P. Egan 41(c/b), M. Russell 41
NTP: S. Dixon
Putting: R. Howard
Results for Friday 21st February 2025 sponsored by Allam Property 18 Hole competition (Stableford) - 18 players
Winner:
M. Wadsworth 36
R/Up:
J. Lidgard (Port Macquarie GC) 32 (c/b)
3rd: S.Warner 32
Place getters: R. Banfield 31(c/b), P. Choo 31, L. Forbes
30(c/b), K. Buckley 30
winners and miseration to the looser. But well done and a good effort by all the players.
We also had another good Roll up of players who are being coached, so here again let's hope they Join our Club and come along to play on other days.
It was also good to see some more members out there to watch the tripples finals and give them some support.
We also have our Pairs starting soon so get your names on the sheet which is on Notice Board.
Terry Hurst 34 C/B.
Nearest to the pin Winners
9th Hole A Grade Phil Long, B Grade Keith Jackson, C Grade Howard Hughes.
10th Hole A Grade Kevin Watts, B Grade Vince Jamieson, C Grade. NO ONE.
12th Hole A Grade Brian Jenner, B Grade Don Steigrad, C Grade Tim Sherwin
NEXT WEEK IS OUR MONTHLY MEDAL & PUTTING
Grade 4 missed out on the Master Board by one shot. Grade 4 lost to Comboyne 57-58, but won two rinks to pick up 2 points. Grade 6 smashed Lake Cathie Blue 70-37, winning all three rinks to claim 10 points.
Grade 7 defeated North Haven 6656, winning two rinks to claim 9 points. A big congratulations to our winning sides, with Grade 7 now sitting at the top of the table.
Next week, Round 5 Open Pennants games are played on Saturday commencing at 1pm (arrive at 12:00pm). Grade 4 has a bye, Grade 6 play Wauchope at Kew,
Bailey and Alyssa.
Vic Austin & Peter Williams def.
Dave Terley & Terry McDermott. Saturday, 22nd February, Men's Social BowlsAll bowlers had a great day, but winners will remain unknown due to the policy of what happens at LCBC stays at LCBC.
Open Gender Pennants -
Grade 3 - LCBC V SWR at home - winner SWR.
NTP - L. Forbes
9 Hole competition (Stableford) - 8 players
Winner:
J. Stapleton 17
R/Up:
A. Canty 15
Place getters: P. Egan 14, P. Ward 13
NTP - P. Ward
Results for Saturday 22nd February 2025
18 Hole competition (Stableford) - 8 players
Winner:
W. Middlebrook 27(c/b)
R/Up: J. Bevan 27
KCC Men's Golf Report
By Danny LLOYD
LAST Thursday KCC played a 2-person Ambrose sponsored by Taste Bake House.
Coming out on top was Howard Hughes and Terry Case on net 60.25.
Second place went to Ben Morgan and Jason Ippavis (60.75).
Peter Hammer won the 9th hole Garel Golf NTP ($95).
Saturday was a 2BBB Stableford, sponsored by M&H
LUSC Ladies Social Golf
By Robyn KING
ON Tuesday 25th February, 15
ladies travelled to Emerald Downs for a Stroke game because greens at KCC were being renovated. There were enough players for 2 divisions.
9 Hole Stroke Division 1: 7 players
Winner - L. Innes 43nett, R/UpM. Rees 44nett.
and Grade 7 plays Wauchope at Wauchope.
Next Sunday 2nd March, the Semi Final of the Mixed Pairs Club Championship will be played, commencing at 9am. The semi finalists are, Wendy and Barrie Isaac, Jenny Wellard and Stewart Wellard, Carol Cheers and Sparra Cheers, and, Kim Thompson and Chicka Thompson.
Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Friday Cashpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).
you can get a medal.
Grade 4 - LCBC V Port City away - winner LCBC
Grade 5 - LCBC V Wauchope away - winner Wauchope
Grade 6 Blue - LCBC V Kew at home - winner Kew
Grade 6 Red - LCBC V Westport away - winner Westport
Grade 7 Red - LCBC V Port City away - winner Port City.
Place getters: R. Sinclair 26, C. Snudden 25(c/b)
NTP: K. Lindsay
Birdie: J. Bevan
A reminder that next Wednesday, 5th March, our annual Jane Napper Day will be held. Bill Napper, the sponsor of this event, will be travelling from Narrandera to present the prizes to winners and place getters. It is a 3 person Ambrose with teams being drawn by the committee - one person from each of the 3 divisions making up a team PLUS a 9 hole Stableford. Always a very enjoyable day. Friday 7th March will be the second round of Singles Knockout plus Stableford.
Mechanical.
Best in the singles was Tony Weston with 42 closely followed by Roland Whitehead on 41.
Ken Dollery and Daniel Bennison were best in the teams with 48 from Wayne Fuller and Sean Coenraad on 47.
The Garel Golf NTP was won by Ben Morgan ($82).
In LNC Pennants Kew Div 1 rolled Wingham 5-1 at Port Mac. Div 4 also took down Wingham 4-2 at Tallwoods. Div 2 lost to Wingham at Tallwoods 3.5-2.5.
Division 2: 8 players
Winner - J. Braithwaite 27nett, R/Up - K. Camilleri 35nett.
Meanwhile, back at the ranch (KCC Clubhouse), 7 cardies made the most of the unofficial game today by having “a ball”. Much laughter when they are not so competitive!! Good news ladies, next week will be another Stroke & Putting round.
Hope to see improved scores with so much practice lately.
By Laurie HAMILTON
19.2.25
Winner Rod Barnett 48 Runner up Lou Forester 54m c/b NTP 7th A Grade Kevin Anderson Ntp 10th A Grade Keith Loney
Bailey Long from Port Macquarie SLSC made her move. With only metres left it looked as though first and second place would be fought out between
Edie got off to a great start, however Alyssa McNeice from Wauchope Bonny Hills SLSC switched into gear moments later, her long stride moving her into the lead. As the race unfolded and the sprinters hurtled towards the finish line, inside lane runner
Demonstrating impressive determination Edie then found something extra in the tank, surging ahead to claim a dramatic win.
“Before the carnival I had been practicing my running and flags sometimes on the sand but mostly at home,” Edie said.
“I love Nippers and I like going to the carnivals, because if you win
“I was so excited when I won the race, and it made me feel really good.”
Brooke Burgess was a very proud mum after watching Edie in action.
“I felt super proud when Edie won, it was a very close race and it was very exciting for her,” said Brooke.
“We have only recently
relocated to the coast from Orange.
“But once we arrived we got involved with Nippers straight away, mainly for water safety.
"We all absolutely love it. Even I have become involved in the club.
"Edie enjoys competing in the carnivals but she also loves the social aspects of Nippers as well.”
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James “Jimmy” 19th February 2025
Late of Laurieton. Aged 86 years
The Relatives and Friends of Jimmy are respectfully invited to attend a Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate his life to be held Monday 3rd March 2025 in the Chapel of Innes Gardens Memorial Park Crematorium, 21 Philip Charley Drive, Port Macquarie commencing at 10am.
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FRIDAY UNDER THE VINES
ABC TV, 8.30pm
Set in idyllic New Zealand in the Peak View wine district, this third season of the sunny dramedy sees newcomer William (Mark Mitchinson) ruffling feathers. Charles Edwards and Rebecca Gibney (pictured) are ripe with feel-good warmth as step-cousins Louis and Daisy, now running their inherited Oakley Wines vineyard together. However, as Daisy readies to marry again, the duo must focus on ousting self-declared heir William to save the winery. While former lawyer Louis believes his legal nous will come in handy, Daisy has some “creative” ideas for getting rid of their co-owner.
FRIDAY,
February 28
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Planet America. (R)
SUNDAY
THE NEWSREADER
ABC TV, 8.30pm
There’s lights, cameras and plenty of action as Australia’s favourite fictional newsreaders leave it all on the table before we bid farewell to the stellar, cinematic drama next week. Three seasons’ worth of secrets and personal struggles explode tonight after threatened News at Six boss Lindsay (William McInnes) takes to destroying the careers he built in a bid to save his own. Dale (Sam Reid) spirals under the pressure of blackmail about his sexuality, while Helen (Anna Torv, pictured) – riding high after Public Eye won the ratings war – is blindsided by a front-page article revealing her history of mental health issues. No one is safe from Lindsay’s vitriol as The Newsreader sets the scene for an unforgettable finale.
MONDAY DAN SNOW’S GREATEST DISCOVERIES
Under The Vines. (Return, PG) Daisy plans her wedding. 9.15 Optics. (Ml, R) Greta and Nicole get a board meeting date. 9.45 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 10.20 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
1.25 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. (M)
8.30 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines. (R)
9.20 Mysteries Of The Ancient Dead. (PG)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Bonn. (Msv)
11.45 Sisi. (MA15+s, R)
2.40 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (Final, PG, R)
3.45 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs meets up with Nicole Maguire.
8.30 MOVIE: Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody. (2022, Mdl) An exploration of the life and music of singer Whitney Houston, chronicling her journey from obscurity to superstardom. Naomi Ackie, Stanley Tucci, Ashton Sanders. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Australian Idol. (PGl, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
SBS, 8.25pm
History buffs are in safe hands tonight with experienced archaeologist Dan Snow (pictured). True to his profession, Snow is passionate about unearthing mysteries and hidden histories. The return of this docuseries follows the intrepid explorer on a journey to China, where he yearns to learn more about an amazing discovery made just a few years before he was born: the Terracotta Army. Made up of thousands of life-size warriors armed with bronze weapons, the collection of sculptures that guards the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang dates back to 210 BCE. Later episodes take Snow in search of the secrets of Stonehenge, Machu Picchu and even Atlantis. If anyone can track down the fictional island, it’s Snow.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals: Water. (PG)
8.40 MOVIE: Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. (2021, MA15+lv, R) A bodyguard and a hitman work together. Ryan Reynolds, Salma Hayek.
11.00 MOVIE: Lions For Lambs. (2007, Mlv, R)
12.45 Pointless. (PG, 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. (PG, R)
BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Gossip Girl. 2.00
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Wheel Of Fortune UK. Contestants compete to solve word puzzles in order to win cash and prizes determined by The Wheel. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Malv, R) Guests include Kevin Hart, Jodie Comer, Sofia Vergara and Alan Cumming. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 The Project. (R) 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
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SATURDAY, March 1
6.00 Australian Story: Second Innings – Bharat Sundaresan. (R) Leigh Sales chats to Bharat Sundaresan.
6.30 Back Roads: Great Keppel, Queensland. (R) Heather Ewart visits Great Keppel Island.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025. Coverage of the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. 10.30 The Newsreader. (Mal, R) Rob makes a controversial comment on air.
11.25 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) Sunny and Jess struggle to focus on the case. 12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Tiddler. 3.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.10 Chopped Junior. 8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.40 Speechless. 10.00 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Wonders Of Europe. (Return)
8.35 Queen Camilla: The Wicked Stepmother.
9.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PGal, R)
10.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
11.25 Suspect. (MA15+av, R)
3.20 Australia Uncovered: Our African Roots. (PGa, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (2012, Mav, R) A secret agent is hunted by the government. Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz.
10.15 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010, Malv, R) A rogue military officer uncovers a conspiracy. Matt Damon. 12.30 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGa, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Space Invaders. (PGa) 8.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001, PGls, R) A ditzy blonde enrols in law school. Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson.
10.30 MOVIE: Magic Mike’s Last Dance. (2023, Mls)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 Let’s Eat With George. (R) 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 Love It Or List It Australia. Hosted by Neale Whitaker and Andrew Winter. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (s, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Matlock. (PGals, R) Matty and Sarah pose as family to gather information at a senior living facility facing a wrongful death suit. 10.30 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) 11.30 FBI. (Mv, R)
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 7.40 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 10.00 One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 12.25pm Silverado. (1985, M) 2.50 The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 4.45 Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) Midnight Secretary. (2002, MA15+) 2.00 Ferocious Wolf. (2023, MA15+, Spanish) 3.55 Falling. (2020, M)
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6.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. (PG) The mentors evaluate the teams.
8.30 The Newsreader. (Madl) Helen is blindsided by a front-page story revealing her history of mental health struggles.
9.25 Love Me. (MA15+s) Glen and Peter rescue Aaron from a drunken night out.
10.20 MOVIE: Cosi. (1996, Ml, R)
11.55 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R)
12.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered. (R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Speechless. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.05 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Ancient Greece By Train.
8.25 Emperor: Rise And Fall Of A Dynasty. (Mav) Looks at Livia, who starts having regrets.
9.20 Legends Of The Pharaohs. (Ma, R)
10.20 Great British Landmark Fixers. (R)
11.15 Elvis’ Women. (Mas, R)
2.40 Love Your Garden. (R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (MA15+l, R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. (PG)
8.40 The Hunters: The Car Bomb And The Underworld War. (Madv) Takes a look at the murder of John Furlan in 1998 by a car bomb, a crime which has never been solved.
10.15 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery. (Mdlv, R) 12.15 Friday Night Lights. (Madsv, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
FAMILY (22) 6am MOVIE: L.O.L. Surprise! The Movie. (2021) 7.00 Children’s Programs. 1.10pm Inside The Superbrands. 3.10 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 4.10 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Turner & Hooch. (1989, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Gettin’ Square. (2003, M) 11.40 Young Sheldon. 12.40am The Originals. 2.30 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 3.30 Late Programs. 6am
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Charade. (1963, PG) 8.05 Mr Holland’s Opus. (1995, PG) 10.40 All The President’s Men. (1976) 1.10pm Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 3.15 Sissi. (1955, German) 5.15 Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 6.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 8.30 Fame. (1980, M) 11.00 Sira. (2023, French) 1.15am Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 2.40 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M)
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGals) 8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.45 9News Late.
10.15 See No Evil. (Mav)
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MOVIE: Sons Of Summer. (2023, MA15+) 11.45 Gotham. 12.40am Arrow. 2.30 Surfing Australia. 3.00 Beyblade X. 4.00 Bakugan. 4.30 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 4.50 LEGO City
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MONDAY, March 3
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
Sicily With Michael Portillo. (PGaw)
Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (Return)
Inside Sydney Airport. (PGal, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Wisting. (Malsv)
12.25 A French Case. (Mav, R)
2.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (Ml, R)
2.50 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)
3.55 Peer To Peer. (PG, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie, with judges Amy Shark, Kyle Sandilands and Marcia Hines.
9.10 Suits L.A. (Mav) Ted needs Amanda’s help with a new prosecutor in Lester’s murder trial.
10.10 The Oscars. (PGalv, R) From the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. The latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) 9.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 The Life And Murder Of Nicole Brown Simpson. (Mav) 12.00 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R) 1.00 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)
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Bran Nue
Dae. (2009, PG) 7.35 Sissi. (1955, German) 9.35
Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 11.15 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 2.40pm Charade. (1963, PG) 4.40 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 6.40 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 8.30 Raging Bull. (1980, MA15+) 10.55 Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.35am Falling. (2020, M) 2.40 Black Box. (2021, M, French) 5.00 Sirocco. (1951, PG)
TUESDAY, March 4
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
8.30 Insight. (Return) 9.30 Dateline. (Return)
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. (R)
11.30 Prisoner. (MA15+av)
12.40 Fargo. (Malv, R)
2.25 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (R)
3.20 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Sirocco. Continued. (1951, PG) 6.50 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 8.55 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 10.55 Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 12.20pm Fame. (1980, M) 2.45 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG)
4.20 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German)
6.20 From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 8.30 Amadeus. (1984, M) 11.30 Iron Sky 2. (2019, M)
1.10am Clean. (2021, MA15+) 2.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie. 9.10 The Hunting Party. (M) The team races to stop Roy Barber, also known as the Couples Killer, before he strikes again.
10.10 The Irrational. (Mav) Alec and Marisa investigate a museum heist.
12.10 Sun, Sea And Surgery. (MA15+a, R) A look at Turkey’s Comfort Zone clinic.
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
Today. 6.00 NBN News.
A Current Affair.
Married At First Sight. (Mls) 9.00 Madam. (MA15+ls) Mack steps back from the brothel.
6.00
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WEDNESDAY, March 5
CAMDEN HAVEN
6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Paddington. 6.05 PJ Masks Power
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Australia: An Unofficial History. (l)
8.35 The Jury: Murder Trial UK. (Mal)
9.30 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+)
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 Blackwater. (Premiere, MA15+alv)
12.15 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlv, R)
3.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (PGal, R)
3.50 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.55 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: Kimi. (2022, MA15+) 10.10 Am I Being Unreasonable? (Return) 11.55 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am From Here
To Eternity. Continued. (1953, PG) 7.10 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German) 9.10 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 11.10 Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.50pm Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 2.30 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 4.20 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 6.30 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.30 Platoon. (1986, MA15+) 10.45 Arkansas. (2020, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Return, Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Full Sweat. (Premiere, M) Behindthe-scenes at the Hawthorn Football Club.
11.00 Autopsy USA: John Wayne. (Return, Ma)
12.00 Covert Affairs. (Mv, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am TBA. 6.30
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls)
9.00 Big Miracles. (Mam)
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm)
11.30 The Equalizer. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Your Next Cruise. (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)
6.00 Deal Or
News. 11.10 The Business. (R) 11.30 Miriam Margolyes Impossibly Australian. (Mdl, R) 12.30 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 1.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia Christmas Special. (R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Finding Your Roots. (PG)
8.30 Hidden Volcano Abyss. (Mal, R)
A look at the eruption of Hunga Tonga.
9.30 Boiling Point.
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Golden Boy. (MA15+s)
12.05 Blackport. (MA15+s, R)
2.35 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (MA15+l, R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (PGa, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. 11.45 Cook Up Bitesize. 11.50 WorldWatch. 12.20pm Patriot Brains. 2.10 Cowboy Kings Of Crypto. 2.40 Insight. 3.40 News. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.40 The Fast History Of. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Travel Man. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 James Brown: Say It Loud. (Premiere) 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 11.55 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Breaker
Morant. Continued. (1980, PG) 7.05 After Yang. (2021, PG) 8.50 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 11.00 Amadeus. (1984, M) 1.50pm From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 4.00 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 6.00 The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 8.30 Dangerous Liaisons. (1988, M) 10.45 Nowhere Boy. (2009, M) 12.35am Rush. (2013, MA15+) 2.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG, R) A speeder will not stop.
8.30 MOVIE: The Butler. (2013, Malv, R)
A White House butler serves seven American presidents across three decades. Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey.
