TWO locations are on the table for Laurieton’s proposed Regional Play Space and both are set to impact the Riverwalk Markets.
The largest area is on the McLennan Street end of Bruce Porter Reserve, while a smaller space has been identified on Short Street.
Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce is urging residents to go to the Have Your Say section of the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council website and register their preferred option before the consultation period ends on 12 September.
President Luke Hadfield said the Chamber is supportive of the project but recognises the importance of delivering it in a way that balances the needs of the community, local residents and existing events.
“This is a significant infrastructure investment for our region and it will add to the useability of the space at Bruce Porter Reserve, even enhancing the market experience for many users.
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q Residents of McLennan Street and market coordinator David Shorter (in white). Photo: supplied.
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“We respect that not every local resident will share our view, but as custodians of the markets, which have been operating for decades, we have a duty and right to ensure their future viability."
The new play space is the result of a $302,250 grant from the State Government’s Local Small Commitments Allocation Grant Program.
Laurie Street was initially identified as a potential location, however the site was deemed inappropriate due to
its Aboriginal and European historical significance.
The design cannot be completed until the final location is confirmed, however it will feature a double flying fox, trampoline, double slide, double bay swing and nest seat, animal rocker, xylophone, balance and climbing obstacles and picnic tables.
Mr Hadfield and market coordinator David Shorter recently met residents of McLennan Street to discuss their concerns.
The group expressed unanimous support for the project but identified a clear preference for the Short Street location.
Their reasons were: improved safety, established parking, closer to the amenities block and less impact on the markets, established residences, local fauna and ground water accumulation.
“The Laurieton Riverwalk Markets are going to be
affected by this project, that is an unfortunate reality,” Mr Hadfield said.
“The Chamber of Commerce’s primary source of revenue is the markets and while there will still be space leftover, it’s whether it’s enough space to draw enough revenue to make running them worth it.”
“With no markets, there could be no Chamber.”
The Chamber has been in contact with Council’s Community Engagement Officer and believes there is a genuine commitment to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome, however it comes down to strong and widespread community input.
“We need the community to make submissions to Council. The more feedback there is, the stronger the case for a location that delivers the best outcome for everyone.”
Thoughts can be shared via Council’s online survey, by dropping a pin on a digital map, by emailing council at council@ pmhc.nsw.gov.au by writing to:
CEO Port Macquarie
Hastings Council PO Box 84
Port Macquarie NSW 2444.
New police recruits
By Luke HADFIELD
SIX new probationary constables will soon join police stations across the Mid North Coast following their graduation from the Goulburn Police Academy on Friday, 22 August.
Port Macquarie will welcome three of the new officers, while Kempsey will receive two and Macksville one.
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The additional recruits are expected to provide important support to the district, with Port Macquarie police also set to play a role in assisting neighbouring areas.
All six officers have been recruited through the “Be a Cop in Your Hometown” program, an initiative designed to encourage locals to serve within their own communities.
The program allows officers to remain connected to family and lifestyle while contributing to public safety.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp greeted the new recruits at Kempsey Police Station and said the program had strengthened the local force.
“Having officers who can serve their communities while staying close to their families and support networks means they are more invested, more connected, and able to Kemp said.
The new constables are part of Class 366,
which includes 314 officers in total.
Among them are 221 men and 93 women aged between 19 and 59, along with 18 First Nations officers and recruits born in 18 different countries.
Having completed eight months of foundational training, the recruits will now begin 12 months of on-the-job training while continuing studies by distance education at their allocated stations.
For Port Macquarie, the arrival of three additional officers will be a boost to frontline policing, while their presence across the wider district is expected to provide much-needed support in tackling community safety concerns.
q The two proposed locations for the Laurieton
q Member for Oxley Michael Kemp with the new probationary constables at Kempsey. Photo: supplied.
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Ashlee Abbott, Acting Head of Preparedness and Recovery at the NSW Reconstruction Authority said, “We understand the community has been anxiously awaiting this package and we have been working hard with local community and organisations, State Government and Homes NSW to pull together a package that is able to help homeowners, landlords and renters.”
Caravans and selfcontained pod homes will be deployed for eligible floodhit residents and primary producers whose homes were uninsured and uninhabitable so they can stay on their property during repairs.
This is an additional support to the Primary
Producer Self Contained Pods Program already announced to support farmers to continue farming while repairs take place.
Support is also being rolled out to help renters facing financial hardship and uncertainty to relocate their family or set themselves up in a new place - delivered through new rental grants.
Introduced in response to the record-breaking flooding in May, these new grants provide one-off financial assistance to help households return home quickly, covering urgent costs such as removalists, rental bonds and other costs related to setting up a new home.
These will be delivered alongside grants to help homeowners with the costs of repairs, which will also be available to landlords to make
repairs to private rental stock.
The housing support package will be offered to flood-impacted residents whose homes were rendered uninhabitable across the 25 local government areas hardest hit by the May event, where no insurance was in place to cover the damage.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said the new package is a “vital step” in helping people regain stability and rebuild their lives.
As part of the package, a dedicated Housing Recovery Service will operate for residents across impacted areas, providing a one-stop shop for assistance and to assess eligibility and guide them to access support that best meets their individual recovery needs.
“The Housing Recovery Service will provide a no wrong door approach for
households and community organisations, removing the guesswork for residents trying to get back on their feet,” NSW Minister for Housing Rose Jackson said.
Member for Lyne Alison Penfold thanked the governments for delivering this “much-needed” package, but continued her call for greater assistance.
“While this is a positive step, it doesn’t go far enough,” she said.
“Small businesses are still waiting on Category D funding, and our region needs serious investment in CBD revitalisation, flood mitigation, and long-term
community recovery.”
As recovery continues in earnest across impacted regions, Hunter and Mid North Coast Recovery Coordinator Dave Owens warned of “disaster fatigue".
“If you are struggling in any way please come forward and ask us for assistance,” he said last week during more torrential rain in Taree.
“We are here to assist the community.
“We have had over 13500 people through recovery centres.
“Thirty-nine households are in emergency accommodation and the Reconstruction Authority
has spoken individually with those people, assessed their needs and will make sure that through the housing package we can address those needs wherever possible.
“Recovery support services are operating out of Taree and Kempsey with local land services and rural financial counselling.”
From Monday, 25 August, residents can contact the Housing Recovery Service on 1800 695 043 or visit nsw.gov.au to check their eligibility, apply for assistance, and access tailored housing recovery support.
q Recovery Coordinator Dave Owens and Ashlee Abbott, Acting Head of Preparedness and Recovery at the NSW Reconstruction Authority. Photo: supplied.
The Hastings comes together for a farmers ball
By Sis HIGGINS
THE “Hastings + Hinterland Town & Country Ball” will debut this year, raising vital funds for flood-affected
farmers and agricultural businesses across the Port Macquarie-Hastings region.
The inaugural event will take place on Saturday 20 September from 5:30pm at
the Wauchope Showground.
Hosted by Dr Kristy Kostalas and supported by the Wauchope Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the evening promises live music, local entertainment, a charity auction, raffles, and giveaways.
“This is more than a night out – it’s a show of strength, support, and solidarity for the heart of the Mid North Coast,” said Chamber Treasurer Jesse Webber.
“The Ball will showcase the best of our region’s country charm and generosity.”
Every ticket sold, every item donated, and every dollar raised will go directly towards helping farming families rebuild their lives.
“We know our community is incredibly generous,” Jesse said.
“This is a chance for businesses and individuals to stand alongside our farmers and regional producers, and to be recognised for that support.
“Whether it’s financial sponsorship, providing auction items, or helping behind the scenes, every contribution counts.”
Sponsorship opportunities are open, with various packages, and options for inkind donations and support.
All sponsors will receive promotional benefits leading up to and during the event.
Following the ball, affected farmers and agricultural businesses in the Port Macquarie Hastings Local Government Area will be invited to apply for targeted support.
“The recovery journey is long, and it doesn’t end when
the waters recede,” Jesse said.
“Our goal is to ease the burden, restore resilience, and keep the agricultural heart of our region strong.”
Tickets are on sale now at events.humanitix.com/ hastings-hinterland-townand-country-ball.
MNC hospitals rolling-out safe staffing in EDs
TWENTY-SEVEN more hospitals across NSW are rolling-out safe staffing levels in their emergency departments.
On the Mid North Coast, these include Manning Base Hospital, Port Macquarie Base Hospital, Kempsey District Hospital, Macksville District Hospital and the Coffs Harbour Health Campus.
This brings to 40 the
number of hospitals across the state that have started operating with safe staffing levels as a result of promised healthcare staffing reforms.
“For too long, hospitals across regional and rural NSW have been left behind, but this reform is changing that, with hundreds of additional nurses already recruited and more on the way,” Health Minister Ryan
Park said.
At Manning Base Hospital, for instance, an additional 21 nurses will be rostered in ED.
MLC for Myall Lakes Emily Suvaal said the reforms will make a real difference for patients and nurses.
“The rollout of Safe Staffing Levels at Manning Hospital is about fairness –making sure people in the regions get the same quality
of care as those in Sydney,” she said.
“As someone who has worked in the health system, I know how important it is for nurses to have the support they need on every shift.”
The new measures enable a one-to-one nursing care
ratio for generally occupied ED resuscitation beds on all shifts; and one nurse to three generally occupied ED treatment spaces and ED short-stay unit beds on all shifts.
The Safe Staffing Levels Taskforce was established to oversee the rollout of the Government’s commitment of 2480 full-time positions over four years. The taskforce includes key leaders from the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA), NSW Health, and local health districts.
q Recruitment for more nurses is underway. File photo.
q Jesse Webber from the organising team. Photo: file.
q The Port Macquarie-Hastings region’s farmers and businesses are still recovering from May’s floods. Photos: Wauchope SES.
Petition demands urgent Oxley Highway upgrade
By Sis HIGGINS
A MAJOR push to address Port Macquarie’s most notorious traffic bottleneck officially began on Friday, 22 August, with the launch of a community petition calling for urgent upgrades to the Oxley Highway.
The petition, driven by Business Port Macquarie and Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer, needs 10,000 signatures to be debated in NSW Parliament.
It calls on the State
Government to immediately undertake planning and design works, as well as develop a business case for the upgrade between the Wrights Road and Lake Road roundabouts.
Mr Dwyer said the campaign reflects growing frustration in the community.
“I have met with Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison, I met with Premier Chris Minns, I have had a number of meetings with Transport for NSW and I have spoken in Parliament about the biggest
traffic bottleneck in Port Macquarie,” he said.
“By signing this petition, every person in the area is sending a very clear message to the Government that we are sick and tired of being stuck in traffic at ever increasing times during the day.
“Enough is enough, we are sick of words and want actions.”
Mr Dwyer praised the Port Macquarie business community for stepping up on the issue.
“I have nothing but praise
for Business Port Macquarie for undertaking the petition and for the many businesses that have come on board to help end the road block on the Oxley Highway,” he said.
Business Port Macquarie President Peter Jones said urgent action is a must.
“Traffic congestion at these locations is now at an intolerable level and is costing millions of dollars in lost productivity due to delays in getting 20,000 vehicles into and out of Port Macquarie every day,” Mr Jones said.
“I am hoping that our community really gets behind the petition which is available
q Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer, Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan, Business Port Macquarie President Peter Jones and Member for Oxley Michael Kemp. Photo: supplied.
for signing at participating businesses in the Hastings.”
If successful, the petition will push the Government to
classify the upgrade as a State Significant Project, unlocking the pathway to State and Federal funding.
Community organisations share in $98k
By Luke HADFIELD
LOCAL organisations in Wauchope and Camden Haven have shared in more than $98,000 thanks to Regional Australia Bank’s Community Partnership Program, celebrated at Laurieton United Services Club last week.
The program works by allowing members to nominate a club, charity or group they value, and each
year a portion of the bank’s profits is distributed to those organisations.
This year’s return will provide a boost to sporting clubs, schools, health initiatives and communitybased charities across the region, ensuring support goes where local people see the greatest need.
Regional Australia Bank Chief Executive Officer David Heine said the program shows what is possible
when profits are reinvested rather than paid out to shareholders.
“Through the Community Partnership Program this year, around 13 percent of our profits were returned to communities,” Mr Heine said.
“That compares to an average of 0.6 percent from the major banks, and about five percent from other mutuals.
“It demonstrates
the genuine difference a customer-owned bank can make when people choose to back their community.”
In the past year alone, the initiative has delivered more than $2.79 million to over 2,300 organisations throughout regional Australia.
More than 100,000 members take part, collectively deciding which groups benefit from the program.
q Kathleen Geary and Stephanie Wright from the United Hospital Auxiliaries.
VALE Lisle Crossing
LISLE Crossing was born in New Plymouth, New Zealand on 28 February 1928.
In 1934, he came to Australia with his family, settling first in Newcastle before later moving to Sydney. Lisle attended Sydney Technical High and his first job was as an industrial chemist for Peter’s Ice Cream.
Over the years, he tried his hand at many things, but his main career was in women’s fashion sales.
Lisle married Iris, and together they had two children, David and Lisa.
He is survived by his two children, five grandchildren, and one great-grandson.
After moving to Laurieton as a single man, Lisle met Norma at the Anglican Church.
They married in 2011, and his life was forever changed by his involvement
in the church community.
Lisle was a man who loved being involved and giving his time to others.
He was a keen bowler at Kew Country Club, where he enjoyed the game as much as the friendships he made.
He was an active member of the Laurieton Combined Probus Club, serving in leadership roles and always lending a hand.
When Community @ 3 began, Lisle quickly became a familiar and friendly face.
He could often be found at the door, warmly greeting people as they arrived for a meal, making newcomers feel at home, and catching up with friends old and new.
His ability to make people feel welcome was one of his greatest gifts.
He was also a founding member of the Laurieton Men’s Shed, which became an
important part of his life.
In his role as Welfare Officer, Lisle visited and supported fellow members - many of them decades younger - offering not just a check-in, but genuine friendship and care.
Even into his 90s, Lisle stayed active.
He and Norma attended an exercise group together, proving that age was no barrier to keeping fit and social.
One of the biggest joys of marrying Norma was finding a travel partner, and together they enjoyed cruises and trips to France, Turkey, and back to New Zealand.
Lisle lived an extraordinary 95 years with almost no illness.
Sadly, his health began to decline in January 2024, and he passed away peacefully on 24 July 2025.
Fishing: boating warnings and big bream
Applications open for education funding
By Pauline CAIN
APPLICATIONS for a Hastings Education Fund (HEF) grant close on 30 September.
The fund was established to provide financial assistance to support local young people achieve their post-school education, training and vocation aspirations.
A recent recipient of funding is Daniel Hutchinson, who completed his schooling at Hastings Secondary College’s Westport Campus in 2024.
He is now studying a Bachelor of Education (PDHPE and Ancient History) at the University of Newcastle.
“It is different to school and it took me a while to get used to it, living away from family and Port Macquarie,” he said.
“It was a big step, especially for someone like me who doesn’t fit the narrative of the type who might go to university.
“From the beginning, HEF has been supportive and has made me feel comfortable.
“It takes the pressure off having good people in my corner.”
By Kate SHELTON
OVER the past week, the coast has been drenched againa downpour accompanied by a consistent swell and a welcome hint of Spring’s warmer weather.
The combination of these conditions has been a bit of a mixed bag.
In recent weeks, I’ve noticed a couple of notable boating incidents, from a vessel stranded high and dry on the boat ramp to another taking on water in the river mouth.
These events are a timely and critical reminder for all boaters to perform a thorough check of their safety
gear.
Now is the perfect opportunity to service your life jackets, through to conducting essential trailer maintenance, ensuring you are prepared for the next outing.
This week the Camden Haven River region has been a hotspot for local anglers, with reports of some impressive catches.
Dunbogan Beach has been particularly productive, holding a good number of salmon.
However, last weekend proved to be challenging for those venturing offshore, with conditions not ideal for a successful fishing trip.
In the Hastings River, luderick have slowed down a bit in the lower reaches, although the break walls are still worth a shot if you are using green weed or sea cabbage.
On a more positive note, bream fishing has picked up, with Limeburners Creek holding some nice fish.
Both yabbies and mullet gut have been effective baits in this area.
For rock fishing anglers, Point Plomer and Queens have been yielding some quality tailor.
Closer to home, the area below the Lighthouse has also produced a few decent bags of tailor.
Bream fishing has been reasonable from the rocks, with those who get out for the dawn sessions enjoying the best results.
Further north in the Macleay region, the river continues to be a reliable spot for luderick and bream, with good-sized fish being caught off the local wharfs and break walls.
Along the beaches, there is still plenty of bream action, along with the occasional dart.
Tailor have been a bit patchy; it’s worth checking out Gap Beach at first light, as casting metal lures or pilchards has proven to be a successful strategy.
Daniel speaks with passion about embracing the opportunities he has been given.
“When I was younger I didn’t have any ambition, but now I know I can do whatever I put my mind to,” he said.
“I started making small changes and with each new opportunity more doors opened.”
Daniel heartily recommends students talk to their career advisor about applying for a HEF grant.
“It comes with support
and care,” he said, “they want to see you achieve.”
HEF supports a diverse range of education and career pursuits including apprenticeships, traineeships, cadetships, degrees, diplomas and certificate level studies or
early careers.
Applicants for a HEF grant must demonstrate financial or circumstantial need.
Applications close 30 September. Visit https://cef.org.au/ foundations/hastings/
q Lisle Crossing.
q Levi Taylor had an incredible day at Lake Cathie Fishing Club’s latest outing, landing several awards and weighing in an impressive bream and luderick.
q Daniel Hutchinson with his father Glen at the University of Newcastle.
Heart of the Haven: Roslyn Day-Anderson
By Chan ANSELL
WHEN you meet Roslyn, it is clear within minutes that she has a special gift - not just her beautiful singing voice, but her heart for people.
Roslyn and her husband Martin moved from Sydney to Lakewood in 2020, just a few days before the COVID lockdown.
Once restrictions eased, they began attending the Camden Haven Anglican Church.
“It got out pretty quickly that I could sing,” Roslyn
laughed.
“My husband’s a professional saxophonist, so we joined the church band together.
“Music has always been part of who we are.”
From there, her music found its way into the community.
Roslyn was invited to sing at Lakeside Aged Care alongside two other women, Kay, a fellow vocalist, and Ann, who plays piano.
“We sing all the old favourites,” she said.
“To see the residents’ faces light up when they join
in warms my heart.
“It makes them laugh, and sometimes cry, as the memories come flooding back.
“Music really is the best medicine.”
But Roslyn’s generosity extends beyond music.
She volunteers with Feros Care, visiting an older lady named Rita for an hour each week.
“Rita is a delight,” she said with a smile.
“We’ve formed a beautiful friendship. I always look forward to our chats.”
Roslyn also sings at church services at Lakeside and runs the service at Whiddon Aged Care.
“I love my time spent with older people,” she shared.
“When an older person dies, we lose a whole library.
“They love telling their stories - they just need someone willing to listen.
“And I always want to be that person.”
Roslyn believes her talent is more than just a skill, it's a calling.
“God has given me a gift and it’s my job to share it.”
By Sue STEPHENSON
KOALAS Jody and Myka captured hearts around the world when they were reunited after a road accident and traumatic separation near Port Macquarie.
The mother and joey were hit by a car at an undisclosed location at the end of June.
As Jody ran off into the trees, Myka was on the road.
Luckily, people travelling behind stopped and bundled
her up before calling the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital.
She spent the night in home care as rescuers set out to find Mum.
By morning, Jody had been found and taken to the hospital at Guulabaa - Place of Koala.
Pictures of her reunion with Myka, which showed the joey immediately burrowing in for a cuddle, led to an “overwhelming” public response and an “outpouring
Survivors Jody and Myka join world-first program Community embraces new pathway
By Bill HARROW
WHEN Frontier Constructions removed the barricades on the new D5 section of the Beach to Beach Shared Pathway last week, huge crowds enjoyed the walk over the water and around the mangroves.
The new section, which runs parallel to The Boulevarde in Dunbogan, now safely connects to the other completed parts of the pathway.
Walkers and cyclists can now start at North Haven’s swimming and surfing
beach, take a stroll along the breakwall, past the town’s shops and cafes, then along the scenic Camden Haven River foreshores.
The walk then winds its way through mangroves, up over the Stingray Creek bridge, then along the Laurieton ovals, before passing the rear of the Laurieton United Service Club and boat ramps.
It continues along the Laurieton marina, then over the Dunbogan bridge, before snaking its way along the river.
The new D5 section
of support and care”.
“Joey and Myka were given some time and space after their reunion to reconnect and allow the distress of the incident to subside,” the hospital shared on social media.
“The good news [is that they] appear to have not sustained any serious injury.”
Both were carefully assessed by Koala Conservation Australia (KCA) wildlife vet Astrid
Van Aggelen, before spending several weeks in the rehabilitation yards being monitored for signs of internal injuries.
Both made a remarkable recovery, but returning them to their home range was simply too dangerous.
Over the space of two weeks, six koalas were hit by cars at the same location, and only three survived.
Now the pair have been accepted into the world-
comes complete with viewing and fishing platforms, extending to the ever-popular Dunbogan Boat Shed and terminating at the Dunbogan Reserve.
Future sections will pass Gogelys Lagoon and link all the way to Pilot Beach.
Dunbogan Boat Shed owners Kristy and Malcom Bell told NOTA the new section of the pathway has been met with “shock and awe”.
“We mean that in a good way,” they said.
Kristy and Malcom said the path has had a positive
impact on trade.
“We have seen so many new faces since the opening of the new section,” they said.
“We have even more locals visiting us since the dangerous road section was bypassed along with visitors from Port Macquarie, interstate and from overseas.
“Our weekend trade has doubled, and we are sure the Beach to Beach Pathway will be a major tourist attraction in years to come.”
The official opening of the D5 section will take place at 11am on 8 September.
first Wild Koala Breeding Program, where they will play a vital role in the future of their species.
According to KCA, they will live together in a large, natural enclosure that allows them to display and continue natural behaviours while contributing to critical conservation research and breeding efforts.
“Jody and Myka’s story touched thousands of people, and we are thrilled to give them this chance at a safe and meaningful life,” KCA Breeding Manager Dr Kate Farquharson said.
“By becoming part of the Wild Koala Breeding
Program, they will help us secure a future for koalas across Australia.”
As Myka is a similar age to the program’s current cohort of joeys, she will be able to join them for future release once she is independent and has passed her fitness assessment.
This will ensure she has the best chance of survival in the wild.
The Wild Koala Breeding Program is pioneering new approaches to conservation and aims to establish genetically diverse, healthy koala populations that can help safeguard the species against future threats. To learn more or support the program, visit koalaconservationaustralia. org.au.
q Roslyn Day-Anderson.
q Mother and joey are now healthy and happy and a part of the Wild Koala Breeding Program. Photos: KCA.
q Walkers and cyclists are enjoying the new pathway.
q Jody and Myka being reunited after their road trauma. Photo: Port Macquarie Koala Hospital.
Orchestra in good hands
By Pauline CAIN
NOW a leading figure in the much-loved Hastings Koalas Orchestra, conductor Sarah Butler’s musical talents have taken her across the globe.
She spent 10 years as the principal trumpet player with Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Head of Brass at the Queensland Conservatorium at Griffith University, before moving to Port Macquarie in 2023.
Sarah now lives with her
husband and daughter on a small farm at Bellangry, where they are embracing the benefits of a small community.
Originally from New Zealand where she trained at Auckland University, Sarah travelled to the United Kingdom where she gained a Masters with Distinction at Trinity College of Music, London.
She has played with the Royal Opera House Orchestra, English National
Ballet, London Concert Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Now a freelance musician, Sarah conducts ensembles at St Joseph’s Regional College, where she is Leader of Co-curricular Music, and teaches trumpet and brass at St Columba Anglican School and conducts their concert band.
She is also leading and conducting the Hastings Koalas Orchestra, which has been a well-loved institution
in Port Macquarie since it was formed in 1988 for Australia’s bicentenary.
Patricia Johnson OAM, the orchestra’s founding conductor, musical director and president, said, “We are very privileged to secure someone of Sarah’s calibre to so generously share her time and expertise with us.”
Looking forward, Sarah has big dreams for the local musical group.
“We are a small but enthusiastic group and we are hoping to rekindle the orchestra,” she said.
”We want to engage members of the community, families who may have played in the orchestra in the past, to come along and make music together.
“We would love to have some strings as we continue to grow the orchestra.”
In conjunction with Port Macquarie’s Sister City of Handa, orchestra members have taken a tour to Japan every two years since 1989
and are preparing for the next trip in 2027.
Orchestra rehearsals are
Rate cuts welcome but cost of living still looms large
By Sis HIGGINS
THE Reserve Bank’s decision to cut interest rates by 0.25 percent on Tuesday 13 August, has been welcomed as a positive step for households across the nation, particularly the three million families managing mortgages.
The reduction equates to a saving of $74 per month on a $500,000 mortgage.
Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan, who is also the Shadow Minister for Financial Services, said the move would provide some welcome breathing space for many Australians.
“After a record 13 consecutive increases from May 2022 to January 2025, this third reprieve will
leave many mortgage-laden households with a sense of relief,” Mr Conaghan said.
“It will be felt as a step in the right direction.”
Nevertheless, he warns that the broader cost-ofliving crisis remains acute in regional Australia.
“In coastal regional electorates like mine on the Mid North Coast, we have seen house prices and rents skyrocket above the national average due to the surge in sea change migration from our major cities.
“Conversely, the average household income has stagnated, particularly acutely in the regions, meaning a larger percentage of weekly wages are required just to keep a roof overhead.”
Mr Conaghan also
pointed to pressures facing small businesses.
“Small businesses right across the country are being hit hard, illustrated by the fact that insolvencies are now at an all-time high.
“For regional Australia, small to medium businesses are the backbone of our local economies.
“When they suffer, our communities suffer.”
Australia’s major banks have confirmed they will pass on the full 0.25 percent cut to their customers, though with varying start dates.
Macquarie Bank’s new reduced rates came into effect on 15 August.
The Commonwealth Bank home loan variable rate and ANZ’s reduced rates are effective from Friday, 22 August.
Westpac’s reduced rates for variable home loans take effect on 26 August, as will
NAB’s.
NAB’s Group Executive for Personal Banking Ana Marinkovic, said, “[the] RBA cash rate cut is a welcome change that should boost Australian optimism.”
While Mr Conaghan highlighted struggles felt in the regions, the Commonwealth Bank’s FY 2025 profits showed they exceeded $10 billion.
CEO Matt Comyn stated, “we have maintained our focus on supporting customers, particularly those still finding it tough dealing with cost-of-living pressures.
“Pleasingly, many households have seen a rise in disposable incomes due to the recent relief from reduced interest rates, lower inflation and tax cuts.”
Westpac CEO Anthony Miller, pointed to longerterm reforms.
“We are committed to
supporting improvement in Australia’s productivity, recently making a submission to the Government's upcoming Economic Reform Roundtable.
“Three key policy priorities for Westpac are increasing housing supply, investing in the regions and accelerating the energy transition”.
For households in regional areas, the rate cut
More than $147m lost to scams in 2025
CONSUMERS are being reminded to stop, check, and protect themselves when transacting or interacting online.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is reinforcing the need to be vigilant as part of Scams Awareness Week, which runs until Friday 29 August.
Australians have already lost more than $147 million to a reported 25,000 scams in
2025, with NSW residents losing $48 million.
Phishing scams are still the most common.
These trick people into clicking links or entering details on websites impersonating trusted organisations like banks, governments, or other services.
More than 40 per cent of phishing scams reported to NSW Fair Trading relate to Facebook Marketplace and WhatsApp.
Minister for Better Regulation and Fair Trading Anoulack Chanthivong encourages buyers to trust their instincts.
“If a deal seems too good to be true, it often is.”
Identity theft, fake fundraising, false billing and online shopping scams are also common.
Often based overseas, fake or temporary online shops can seemingly popup overnight.
They employ “bait”
advertising like urgent calls to action which pressure shoppers into making a purchase before authenticity is verified.
“Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, targeting people through social media, messaging apps and impersonating trusted organisations,” Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Jihad Dib said.
While Australian Consumer Law applies to
online purchases made in Australia, purchases from overseas-based scammers are difficult to resolve.
Those aged 65 and over continue to be disproportionately affected.
Shoppers are urged to research the seller, use secure payment methods like credit cards or PayPal for buyer protection, and always beware of deals which may look too good to be true.
People who have been
offers immediate relief but does little to ease long-term challenges such as high rents, stagnant wages, energy costs, insurance premiums and declining access to services like local bank branches.
The big banks may be seeing green shoots of recovery, but on the Mid North Coast and in many regional towns, the struggle to balance household budgets remains very real.
Wednesdays from 5-6.30pm at St Joseph’s Regional College. scammed by bogus shops should keep receipts and screenshots of correspondence to assist with lodging a complaint with NSW Fair Trading.
Clear advice on spotting scam messages, managing privacy settings, securing devices, and monitoring financial information, including how to request a temporary credit ban if needed, is available at nsw. gov.au/id-support-nsw/ beprepared.
Complaints can also be lodged through NSW Fair Trading either online or by calling 13 32 20.
q Sarah Butler is the former lead trumpet of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Photos: supplied.
q Trumpet players Sarah Butler and Alex Eglon with trombone player Amanda Eglon.
q Regional businesses continue to suffer. Photo: stock image, Canva.
Concerns over synthetic opiates in vapes
IN an Australian first, the NSW Police Force Drug & Firearms Squad recently charged a man with allegedly supplying nitazene-laced vape liquid.
Inquiries allegedly uncovered evidence of a 20-year-old man running a sophisticated illicit drug distribution model to facilitate the supply of the nitazene in vape liquid vials between March and July 2025.
Detective Superintendent John Watson, Commander of the Drug & Firearms Squad, said the fact these substances are being distributed in vape liquid is deeply concerning.
“Nitazenes are highly addictive, incredibly potent and can be lethal,” Det Supt Watson said.
“By lacing vape liquid with these synthetic opioids, suppliers are deliberately
creating dependency –hooking users to ensure repeat business. It’s calculated, dangerous, and entirely profit-driven.
“This is the first time in Australia someone has been charged with supplying nitazene-laced vape liquid, which demonstrates a disturbing evolution in the illicit drug trade.”
NSW Health’s Chief Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr Hester Wilson said NSW Health is concerned about the risk of harm from potent synthetic opioids such as nitazenes.
“We want to remind the community of the dangers of synthetic opioids such as nitazenes, which can be stronger than fentanyl.
"It is important that people recognise the signs of an opioid overdose early and know how to respond.
“Opioid overdose symptoms can include pinpoint pupils, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, slow breathing/snoring or skin turning blue or grey.”
Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan has renewed calls for new vaping regulation to stem the flow of harmful products and reduce the black-market trade that has continued to surge despite recent policy changes.
“It’s no secret that the sale of illegal vapes has exploded in this country,” he said.
“Where we were once seeing a reduction in the tobacco shop footprint, we are now seeing new stores opening every month.
“Governments at all levels should not be patting themselves on the back for policies designed to make headlines while ignoring the reality of organised crime
syndicates that have been allowed to flourish in plain sight.”
A former Drug Squad Detective, Conaghan has long been vocal on the realities of the illegal vape trade.
“The current ban and enforcement model is blind to the true scale of the problem and scale of the manpower required to follow it through,” he said.
“Currently, the responsibility for enforcing financial penalties lies with NSW Health Inspectors who are expected to visit retailers and check compliance with tobacco retailing laws.
“This includes checking if illicit tobacco, illegal vaping goods or other illegal products containing nicotine are being sold.
“Police are only able to confiscate goods and shut stores for a finite period of time.
“With that in mind, we need to be looking at better regulations of these products to reduce their attractiveness for organised crime gangs.
“If regulated products that meet a set of safety criteria and are packaged with warnings and information are available for those aged 18 and over, the illicit trade stronghold would be significantly diminished.”
By Andrea FERRARI
GREATER Good, a massive multi-discipline support package worth $30k for independent music artists, is back for a fifth year, with applications open now and closing on 3 September.
Curated by music services business Good Intent, the Greater Good package helps guide and support the next generation of exceptional musical talents by providing one lucky artist with in-kind services and a cash grant totalling over $30,000.
In addition to this, there are 20 shortlisted applicant packs available. In 2025, the package includes partners APRA AMCOS, Forbes Street Studios, Jungle Merchandise, PHILTER, Zenith Records, Media Arts Lawyers, Billy Zammit, PLAKKIT, Louder Accounting, and this year there is a 1:1 Creative Consultation Session with TikTok's Ollie Wards.
The pack includes a $4000 cash grant to further develop the winner’s career. Any unsigned artists (recording/publishing), from all walks of life and at all levels are encouraged to enter.
applicants alone last year.
One of the Sydney-based founders of Good Intent is Sawtell born and bred Rick Bridgman, who said, “We're very privileged to be able to help grow our industry through this initiative, in collaboration with our incredible collection of partners.
“We've discovered so many exceptional artists over the years (some established, many brandnew), with over 600
Local actors take out festival award Indie music support package
BILL Harrow and Judy Campbell of the Harry and Pearl Ensemble have taken out second place for best comedy at the recent Ipswich One Act Play festival.
It was for their original play “Edmund and June”.
Fresh from their first place in Port Macquarie, Judy and Bill were thrilled with their result, as all competing acts were high quality.
“We were so proud to take out our award in this historic festival,” Judy told News Of The Area.
“We are looking at another festival in NSW next year and even have enquiries from some Sydney venues.
“We have become very attached to our characters of Edmund and June and wish to keep them alive as long as possible.”
The Little Ipswich Theatre festival is the longest running in Australia and is held in the iconic “Incinerator Theatre”.
The venue came about when two architects with theatrical connections saved
the Walter Burleigh Griffin designed building from demolition, converting it into a theatre in 1969.
The local community turned out in big numbers to support live theatre.
Due to the work of the Little Ipswich Theatre committee, 29 plays were performed over the threeday festival.
Bill and Judy said there was an amazing amount of talent on display with original scripts, short plays and youth productions.
“We're honoured to provide this package, guidance and skill development to the winner, plus the 20 shortlisted applicants and more to help shape their futures.
“I’d recommend getting Greater Good applications in early; there’s a lot of value for the winner and shortlist.
“And [it's] a way to get your music in front of our assessment panel, which includes people from MusicNSW, Sounds Australia, triple j and more.”
This year's Industry Assessment Panel includes Caitlin McGregor (MusicNSW), Glenn Dickie (Sounds Australia), Jannah Beth (Offbeat Collective), Daniel Morgan (Astral People), Emmy Mack (RedHook / triple j), Jess Wust (Cult Artists), Brittany Green (Campbelltown Arts Centre) and Rick Bridgman (Good Intent).
Greater Good is supported by Music Victoria, QMusic, MusicACT, Music SA, and WAM.
Good Intent launched in 2018 and is run by
Rob Carroll, Nick Moran and Rick Bridgman and a growing team who are deeply passionate about creating real pathways for emerging Australian artists Previous winners include “ixaras” (2024), LAZY GHOST (2023), PENI PARKER (2022) and Jelly Oshen (2021).
Last year's shortlist was stacked with outstanding talent from across the country.
For more information and the application form, go to goodintent.com.au/ greater-good.
CAMDEN HAVEN
q Judy Campbell, Bill Harrow, Wendy Bourne MP and adjudicator Tim Wynn. Photo: supplied.
q The Greater Good team behind Good Intent. Photo: Billy Zammit.
q Past Greater Good winner Fool Nelson, performing in Coffs Harbour recently
q Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan, a former Drug Squad Detective, pictured with Coffs/ Clarence Police District Superintendent Joanne Schultz APM. Photo: Pat Conaghan MP FB.
Blitz on drunk and drugged drivers
NSW POLICE have targeted motorists affected by alcohol, drugs and fatigue during a three-day operation.
Operation RAID (Remove All Impaired Drivers) ran from 21-23 August across all NSW roads.
During this period, police conducted more than 87,000 breath tests and 9166 drug tests.
There were 186 drink driving offences detected and 660 positive drug samples.
Among these were incidents at Eungai Creek and Nabiac.
About 4.15pm on Thursday 21 August, officers from Nambucca Heads Traffic and Highway Patrol were conducting stationary testing on the Pacific Highway at Eungai Creek, where they
stopped a Mazda utility.
The driver, a 33-yearold South West Rocks man, returned positive tests for cocaine and alcohol (0.176).
His licence was confiscated and suspended and he was issued a notice to appear in Macksville Court on 18 September for “drive with high range PCA and illicit drug”.
About 4pm on Friday 22 August, officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Highway Patrol detected a vehicle allegedly driving over the speed limit on the Pacific Highway at Nabiac.
The driver, a 47-yearold man, was subjected to a roadside drug test which returned a positive result to cannabis.
He was arrested and
taken to Forster Police station where he was subjected to a secondary oral fluid test for further analysis.
A subsequent search of his vehicle revealed one kilogram of methamphetamine and almost $26,000 in cash.
He was charged with “supply prohibited drug large commercial quantity”, “possess prohibited drug” and “deal with property proceeds of crime less than $100,000”.
He was refused bail and appeared before Parramatta Local Court on Saturday.
Operation RAID also saw police across the state attend two fatal accidents and 261 major crashes.
There were 5577 traffic infringement notices issued, including 1342 for speed
related offences, 217 for mobile phone usage, and 71 seatbelt/helmet related offences.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said that police will continue to target dangerous drivers but real change starts with the choices people make before they even turn the key.
“These numbers are a sobering reminder that driving is a responsibility not a right.
“People don’t get into a car expecting their lives to change forever but it happens every day.
“A split second of carelessness or recklessness can mean someone never makes it home.”
Assistant Commissioner
Clubbies shine at state awards
SURF Lifesavers on the Mid North Coast are celebrating after being recognised for their contribution to the surf lifesaving movement, winning five state awards.
Almost 600 volunteer lifesavers, sponsors and special guests attended the annual Surf Life Saving New South Wales Awards of Excellence held at the Hyatt Regency, Sydney on Saturday night.
This season saw members from Surf Life Saving Mid North Coast (SLSMNC) nominated in every one of the 21 categories, a first ever for the Branch.
The Branch came away with five awards on the evening, beating the previous best of four awards in one season back in 2022/23.
Among the awards,
SLSMNC took out “Branch of the Year”.
“The Mid North Coast Branch has shown strong leadership and innovation over the past 12 months, especially by launching its first volunteer Media Team,” SLSMNC said in a statement.
“SLSMNC has promoted collaboration and sustainable growth by encouraging resource sharing amongst clubs, introducing flexible patrol models and the Cadet Pathways program.
“Programmes like the Interbranch Development Squad and cross-club training have created a more inclusive environment for new talent.”
Paul Rayner from Tacking Point SLSC took out the “Assessor of the Year” award.
A dedicated member of the club for over 20 years,
Paul has made significant contributions through his leadership, mentorship, and commitment to lifesaving excellence.
As Patrol Captain, Paul mentors probationary captains and stepped up as MNC Director of Lifesaving during a colleague’s illness, representing the region at the NSW SLS Lifesaving Standing Committee.
With 62.5 patrol hours and active involvement in the Branch Support Operations Group, he has played a key role in seasonal operations, debriefs, and training.
Paul completed multiple assessments, including SRC, Bronze Medallion, IRB Crew and Driver, RWC, Silver Medallion Patrol Captain, and Advanced Resuscitation Techniques, relieving pressure on the limited number of Assessors in the region.
“This award truly humbles me, and it was totally unexpected,” Paul said.
“The education space is a team effort for all members across the Mid North Coast.
“I don’t volunteer for these types of awards, just for the benefit of the organisation.
“I am proud to represent my Club and Branch.”
“Club of the Year” went to Port Macquarie SLSC.
The Surf Life Saving NSW judging panel called the club’s season a “deeply considered journey”, flagging notable achievements and initiatives, including the Flexible Patrolling Systems the club employed as a major factor behind their success.
An impressive 55 percent increase in active membership has been observed this year, and the club also awarded over 276 training qualifications and engaged more than 100
David Driver, Commander of Traffic and Highway Patrol, said the results of Operation RAID are a reminder that anyone who presents a danger on the road will become a focus.
“If you are contemplating this type of dangerous behaviour, have a good think about your actions.
“Think about other
“Our strategy was to first improve membership numbers.
Youth and Cadet members.
More than just impressive numbers, Port Macquarie built its season on inclusion, community and member-driven changes, ensuring its volunteers felt respected and valued.
“I feel we have been rewarded for our strategic approach to attracting old members back to surf lifesaving and new members to it for the first time,” said Club President Paula Stone.
“Post-COVID memberships were declining and we had noticed a general shift away from volunteering.
“Combined with the introduction of ‘Flexible Patrolling’, whereby members have control over when, what and how much they contribute, people began to re-engage quite rapidly.
“This, combined with a proactive committee leading the way, meant we were able to achieve this award, which was a direct result of the work of our members.
“This award belongs to our members, and I am incredibly proud of our club.”
South West Rocks SLSC
innocent road users, those in your vehicle and the families that will be impacted by your actions or inactions, including your own.
“Our commitment to reducing road trauma doesn’t stop when Operation RAID concludes.
Police will continue to maintain a strong presence on the roads.”
took out “Innovation of the Year” for their Cultural Connection program, a groundbreaking cultural inclusion initiative to strengthen the club’s working relationship with the Dunghutti people.
“Administrator of the Year” went to Vicki Thomas, also of South West Rocks SLSC.
The Club of the Year, Innovation of the Year and Assessor of the Year will move forward to the Surf Life Saving Australia Awards of Excellence, to be held in Sydney on 1 November 2025.
q Police conducted 9166 drug tests during the three-day blitz. Photo: NSW Police.
q Executive Committee Members of the Surf Life Saving Mid North Coast Branch.
q Port Macquarie Surf Life Saving Club members.
q Paul Rayner from Tacking Point SLSC with Kiama Mayor Cameron McDonald and SLSNSW Director Dr Dean Dudley.
Dunbogan Store: rare coastal gem
Address: 68 The Boulevarde, Dunbogan
Price: Sale by Expression of Interest
EOI Closes: 3pm 19 September, 2025
PROMINENTLY positioned in the heart of Dunbogan, overlooking the sparkling waterway of the Camden Haven River, lies a unique opportunity that blends lifestyle, business, and investment potential.
The Dunbogan Store, complete with takeaway services and a licensed bottle shop, is more than just a local institution.
It’s also the only general store in the area, making it an invaluable asset to the community and a rare chance for the right buyer.
Perfectly positioned on a generous 1012 m² waterfront block, the store offers sweeping views of the Camden Haven River and North Brother Mountain.
The setting is idyllic. It is surrounded by natural beauty and boosted by a vibrant mix of tourism and growing residential development.
With nearby estates like The First Fleet expanding, demand for essential services and convenience retail is on the rise.
This turnkey business is fully renovated and ready for immediate operation.
It includes a commercial kitchen, cool room, display cabinets, indoor seating, and ample storage.
Additional features such as a garage, storage sheds, solar power, and airconditioning add further appeal.
The off-licence liquor component also enhances its revenue potential.
But the value doesn’t stop at the business.
For developers or investors, the large block offers prime potential for expansion - be it additional commercial space or a substantial rear dwelling (subject to council approval).
Whether you're looking to scale up operations or build for the future, the flexibility is there.
With its long-standing presence, the Dunbogan Store sees strong foot traffic from locals and tourists alike.
It represents a solid real estate asset in a tightly held market where opportunities like this rarely come up. This is more than a purchase; it’s a lifestyle decision.
Whether you're a business operator, developer, or investor, this gem delivers on multiple fronts - income, location, and long-term value.
Offered as a complete package, the sale includes
For more information or to arrange an inspection, contact Martin Newell at Percival Property on 0429 883 488.
By Manny WOOD
Tragic end to family holiday
STEVE and his extended family go on a holiday to North Queensland. Following a heated debate regarding the sleeping arrangements and the activities itinerary, he takes a walk along the beach at dusk in an area known to be populated by crocodiles.
He never returns.
Steve owned real estate jointly with his wife, Linda.
He left two daughters, aged in their 20s.
When Linda passes away 25 years later, the administration of their estates presents problems.
In terms of Steve’s estate, the court states that it has the power to make orders based on a “presumption of death” in circumstances where at least seven years have elapsed since a person was last seen or heard.
Unsuccessful searches for Steve include revenue authorities, police, social security, and public registers, but there is no evidence that Steve is alive, including the operating of a bank account or registration on the electoral roll.
Ultimately, the court rules that Steve is no longer alive.
However, because Steve and Linda owned real estate jointly, the property passes, at law, to the survivor.
Although the court rules that Steve is no longer alive, it has no evidence to decide whether he survived Linda, as unlikely as it may appear.
Fortunately, because Linda had a will, leaving her whole estate to their two daughters, the court was able to make orders to the effect that the daughters receive the real estate, regardless of which of their parents survived the other.
The court states that the case illustrates the need for law reform, to ensure that the legislation covers uncertainty in the order of deaths when the presumption of death is applied.
If Linda had entered into another relationship, a claim could have been made on her estate and if her will made provision for other persons, such as grandchildren, the court would have been faced with a difficult question of “drawing an inference” regarding the order of death, based on little to no available evidence.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
Dear Jasminda,
“On the weekend, my partner and I went to a Murder Mystery Lunch. We have since decided that we would actually prefer to remain in character. Is it okay to do this indefinitely?
Dear Cardinal,
I'm assuming that is your Murder Mystery name and not your current moniker and occupation.
By Sis HIGGINS
AS someone who wears two hats - newspaper reporter and marketing agency owner - I see first-hand the difference between stories that get picked up quickly and those that stall in the inbox.
The good news? Most community organisations already have great stories to tell.
The challenge is in how that information is shared with the media.
Here are some practical tips to help your story cut through:
1. Send your release in the body of the email
Journalists don’t always have time to wrestle with file formats. Don’t send your press release as a PDF – they’re clunky and difficult to copy from. A Word document is fine, but pasting the release straight into the email body is even better. Make it easy for the journalist to access and use your words.
2. Always include a comment
If you’re writing on behalf of an organisation, include a quote from a leader or spokesperson. Add their full name, title, and a short, insightful comment that reflects the story’s importance.
For example: Jane Smith, CEO of Hastings Community Services, said the project would “create new opportunities for families to connect, learn and thrive in our region.”
This isn’t just a courtesy, it provides the human voice that makes a story publishable.
3. Provide a high quality photo (with details)
Every story is stronger with an image. Send a photo that clearly shows people, not
just logos, posters, or landscapes, and is 1MB or larger. And always include who is in the photo (full name, title, and what the image represents).
For example: Photo: Jane Smith, CEO of Hastings Community Services, with volunteers at the community garden launch.
This gives context and saves the journalist chasing you for details.
4. If you don’t have a media rep – just send the basics
You don’t need a communications department to get coverage. A simple email with your story, a comment from the right person, and a good quality photo (with the name, title of who is in the photo and what the photo is about) is often enough to land in the paper.
5. Think the same way about social media
Too many organisations post images of posters or graphics without people. Social media is about connection – and people connect with faces and stories. Include photos of people in action, add detail in your captions, and where possible, quote someone. This not only makes your post more engaging but also increases the likelihood of it being shared and noticed.
Remember, journalists want to tell your story, but they need the right ingredients.
A well-crafted email with a quote, a photo with details, and a clear message can be the difference between getting published and being overlooked.
Community and sporting groups are always encouraged to let the newspaper know their latest updates.
To contact a specific reporter, check the contact list on page 2 of this newspaper, or email the news desk at media@ newsofthearea.com.au.
q NOTA reporter Sis Higgins, who also runs a marketing agency, gives her top tips for submitting press releases.
Cardinal Matteo Rossi.
Since I have no idea, from your conundrum, the role your partner-in-crime played, I will use a bit of artistic licence and call her Isabella Conti (a respected art dealer who may know the whereabouts of Caravaggio's Nativity Scene).
Getting media attention On theCouch
Cardinal (may I call you Cardinal?), there is nothing wrong with a bit of role play to spice up a relationship, but I will preempt several issues moving forward, particularly if you share not only a marital home, but a marital bed.
Isabella would have very good reason to feel uncomfortable during a mutual defrocking, particularly given several reallife cardinals' checkered pasts (not terribly arousing, Cardinal).
Then there is the matter of daily life.
I'm not sure Isabella Conti will cope with your excuse for refusing to mow the lawn: "I would ask that you show respect when I am in the midst of giving a homily"; getting home late, "in the grand scheme of things, the importance of mingling with laypeople at The Tavern cannot be overemphasised”; or packing the dishwasher, "Not now, Isabella, I have a diocesan plan to review."
Equally, Isabella may find that her role as a fine arts dealer interferes with the quotidian side of life.
How will the extended family cope when Isabella is unable to babysit because she is immersed in Il Giornale dell'Arte?
How much longer will it take to do the gardening when she is gathering rocks, grass clippings and mulch, not to be useful, but to engage in the philosophy and practice of Arte Povera.
There is also the matter of the murder, Cardinal.
Will you ever be beyond suspicion? Will Isabella?
Once your secrets are revealed, will you be able to look at each other in the same way?
And finally, at the necessary conclusion of your extended characterisation (the family's annual trip to Happy Campers Caravan Park), will Isabella be preconditioned (much like Pavlov's Dog) to only find you attractive when you're dressed in a scarlet cassock?
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Kew Bowling Club
By Andrew RICHARDS
24th AUGUST, 2025
Wednesday Social Bowls was washed out, so not much to report there. The raffle was still held, with voucher winners being Lyndsay Moran, Chicka Thompson, Jeff “Coyote” Willie and Rooster Darcy.
The Friday Jackpot was finally drawn with the winners being Sparra Cheers, Carol Cheers, Paul Cini and Mark Hammond. The winners were overheard to be heading to the Chinese Restaurant
LUSC Thursday Mixed Bowls
By Warren BATES
THE late Winter turn of wet weather has caused the cancellation of our Thursday bowls for this week so our planned meat tray raffle is postponed until next week. A new nomination sheet is available in the LUSC foyer Lake Cathie Bowling Club
By Suzanne MILES
TUESDAY, 19th August, Ladies Major Club Pairs Championship, Round 1Sharon Stokmanis & Shauna Proctor def. Jenny Taylor & Roslyn Stone.
Kew Country Club
Men’s Veterans Golf
By Laurie HAMILTON
RESULTS 25/08/2025
Single Stableford Sponsored by Kew Ladies Bowls
By Velvanie HARTAS
TUESDAY 19thAugust
We had the finals of the Four's Championship played. Teams were.
Trudi Douglas, Lorraine
to celebrate their $880 winnings. Voucher winners were Trevor Boyle, Peter Hope, Ian Orr and, of course, Steve McGregor.
The Final of the Mixed Pairs was played on Saturday with Marg Ashford and Mick Ashford playing Daryle Barr and Doreen Barr. Team Ashford jumped away to an early lead, but were pegged back by consistent bowls for the Barrs. It took until the final end to determine the winners, with Marg and Mick Ashford holding on to win 18-16. The standard of the bowls was high, as was the sportsmanship/ sportswomanship.
for next week.
Although we missed out on a day of bowls, the week was not completely lost – four members of our committee responded to an invitation from our Regional Australia Bank to attend their Community Partnership distribution program held at LUSC on Wednesday evening. The event was a real eyeopener for us to listen to Di Fischer & Ros Hancox def. Jan Opitz & Helene White.
Sandra Bloch & Anna Innes def. Susan Malzard & Robyn Jones.
Yvonne Howard & Anne Wilson def. Chris Knox & Kay Jobson.
Roberta Henry & Lynn Gibson def. Pam Begley &
Energy Air
67 Starters
A Grade Winner – Alan Chappin 35 Pts.
2nd – Peter Ragen 34 Pts. C/B.
3rd – Theo Vandermeer 34 Pts.
Roche, Ruth Sinclair, and Gail Merryweather
Playing Against Leonie Murphy, Joan Turnbull, Maree Cini. and Gail Merryweather. Winners were Leonie Murphy, Joan Turnbull, Maree Cini and Margaret Ashford.
SPORT RESULTS
Congratulations to Team Ashford, and Team Barr can be proud of their performance.
The first round of the Club Championship Fours was played on Sunday, the results being:
an inspiring speech by the bank’s CEO. The community minded culture of the bank was a refreshing change for all who have become used to the blatant corporate greed of most other financial institutions.
Just short of $100,000.00 was given away to local community organisations in our immediate area with amounts ranging from Lyn Lawson.
Social Ladies TriplesMarilyn Dewson, Louise Mathews & Lynne Watonwinners.
Margaret Duhigg, Nolene Holt & Jenny Hayward - runners-up. Men's Major Club Singles Championship, Semi-Final -
B Grade winnerRichard Kightley 35 Pts.
2nd – Murray Cowled 34 Pts.
3rd – Ian Read 33 Pts.
C Grade winner – Nel Dark 33 Pts.
2nd – Godfrey Camilleri
It was a close game and a good effort by all players. Well done to you all.
We also had our Normal Social Games which was enjoyed by all.
There was no Friendly Friday games played this week due to the weather.
DOUBLE CHAMPION
STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 24
It was the first time the Australian championships were held in a wave pool.
“I like the pool. I’ve been there before. It’s really fun and I can do really really good tricks.
“I was so, so stoked and couldn’t actually believe that I had done it again and won the Under 16s as well.
“It was so good to have my close friends, my sponsors, and my Mum and Dad and Great Grandma there to watch.
“It was awesome.”
North Haven Boardriders
teammate Ollie Milner also put in an outstanding performance in the Under 16s, scoring 10.06 pts to land in fifth place
Next up for Hardy is this weekend’s GenNext Junior Pro-Am 2025 at Newcastle Beach, which is for bodyboarders aged under 21.
“And the last big event for the year is the David “Goose” Gosby Memorial event on the long weekend in Port Macquarie [which] is also the last leg of the Memorial Triple Crown series.”
The next rounds of the Club Fours will be played on Saturday 6 September and Sunday 7 September.
Nominations for the Major Singles opens on 1 September, and closes on 13 September. The first round will be played on Saturday 20 September, and the second round on Sunday 21 September. Entries can be made on the Nomination Sheet on the Notice Board in the Club House.
Our 40th Anniversary will be celebrated on 27 September, commencing at around $100 to over $6,000 to the major recipient - the Westpac rescue helicopter. Along with many others, LUSC Bowling Club was acknowledged and rewarded for its efforts in the Camden Haven community. Attendees left the evening with a warm feeling in the heart on a very cold and wet night. Congratulations to Cliff Fay def. Steve Martin.
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY - total wash out with non- stop rain.
SATURDAY, 23rd August, Morning, Ladies Major Pairs Club Championship, Round 2Yvonne Howard & Anne
31 Pts.
3rd – Craig Keen 30 Pts. C/B.
Ball Winners –Warren Dyer 33, Dave L arcombe 33, Geoff McMurray 33,. Gary King 32 & Jack O’Hara 32
LUSC Ladies Golf Results
By Robyn KING
RESULTS for Tuesday 26th August 2025 Today was Round 2 of the Championships. There were 15 players taking part
9am. The cost per person is $30. Full payment must be received by 20 September. This covers the Anniversary Lunch, Drink Vouchers (2), and bowls for the day. Full Current Club (Pennants) Uniform must be worn, as photos will be taken, including drone photography. Numbers are limited, so don’t hesitate, as it should be a fantastic celebration. More details later.
The Presidents Shield will be played between Kew and North Haven on Sunday 31 August 2025 at North Haven. Team selections will be placed Regional Australia Bank and to all their wonderful staff.
Getting back to Thursday bowls, our new club shirts are now available for $15 each and can be ordered from club treasurer, Peter Chilvers. Sample sizes are there for you to try on prior to ordering.
For any bowlers who may be interested
Wilson def. Cynthia Jones & Anne Anderson (after playing one extra end).
Social Ladies Lucky Rinks -
Louise Mathews, Glenys Webster & Nola Scott/Skip - winner.
9th Hole A Grade Alan Chappin, B Grade Bob Lofthouse, C Grade Lou Forster.
10th Hole A Grade
over 2 Divisions.
Division 1:
Winner: M. Russell 36
R/Up: J. Cotter 40
Putting: P. Pepper 15
Division 2:
Winner: A. Canty 34
R/Up: C. Napper 36
Putting: C. Napper 17
on our Notice Board. Monday Monthly Pairs is scheduled for the 1 September 2025. There are still a few places left, so get your names down so you don't miss out. In addition to the prize money on offer, this event is part of the “Spring Six Series”. Points are earned, and accumulate over three months with a Prize Pool of $900 for the Spring Six Series. Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Saturday Cashpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress). The Presidents Shield is also played on Sunday at North Haven.
in joining us for a fun morning of triples at beautiful Kew Country Club, you can add your name to our nomination sheet in LUSC foyer prior to Wednesday afternoon and you will be assured of a game. Cost is $10 per player but a new bowler can have his or her first game for free. So, get onto the green…you know it makes sense!
Afternoon, Men's Social PairsRink 2 - Ray Pymble & Freddie Pearson. Rink 4 - Ross Thompson & Gary Douglas. NEWS: The good news was announced by our Club President, Ross Thompson, that LCBC is going ahead in leaps and bounds.
Vincent Lyons, B Grade Kevin Anderson, C Grade. No One.
12th Hole A Grade Geoff Mc Murray, B Grade Bruce Forbes, C Grade Robert Russel
All going well next week will be Stroke & Putting again.
Cardies’ Results: 8 ladies were present and there was a tie (very unusual) between J. Smith and B. Pole ( who is on a bit of a roll).
By Danny LLOYD
AS LAST week’s “rain bomb” descended upon NSW, Kew Country Club was closed to all play for several days last week.
Men’s competitions on Thursday and Saturday were cancelled. The Golf Club is back up and running this week, with carts back on and an improving weather situation.
KCC Men’s club championships commence next Saturday and let’s all hope for some good weather coming into spring 2025.
KCC Men's Golf Report
q Hardy said he was “stoked” to have family, friends and sponsors watching his double win.
q U14 and U16 Australian Bodyboarding Champion Hardy Fletcher with clubmate and U16 placegetter Ollie Milner.
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MONDAY MY KITCHEN RULES
SEVEN, 7.30pm
A brand-new search for the best home cooks in the country begins tonight in the beachside Sydney suburb of Cronulla. Here, highly competitive but perpetually smiley best mates Justin and Will (both pictured) hope to set the bar high and impress judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge with their instant restaurant, “Tropic Like it’s Hot”. The fellas are planning a pretty tasty looking menu inspired by their heritage, with dishes including Tongan-style ceviche, a red duck curry and South African fried doughnuts.
FRIDAY, August 29
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T is embroiled in a hostage situation, and tries unconventional negotiating tactics. 9.15 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson. 9.45 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R)
10.20 ABC Late News.
10.40 Austin. (PG, R)
11.10 Silent Witness. (Mav, R)
12.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
TUESDAY
GROSSE POINTE GARDEN SOCIETY
SEVEN, 9.05pm
Though it wasn’t intended as such, it’s a good idea to consider this twisted suburban drama as a limited series, given that US TV network NBC has already nipped it in the bud. The intriguing premise surrounds Alice (AnnaSophia Robb), Brett (Ben Rappaport), Catherine (Aja Naomi King) and Birdie (Melissa Fumero, pictured), members of a Detroit garden club whose lives are entangled by scandal. Ripe with botanical language, the saucy saga takes a leaf out of Desperate Housewives book, as the green thumbs take turns to narrate their schemes. Tuesday’s premiere sows the seeds of a murder cover-up, but who killed whom, and why? That’s a mystery that will take 13 episodes to bloom.
WEDNESDAY
JAMES MAY: OUR MAN IN
After travelling the length of Italy and Japan in the first two seasons, James May (pictured) is mixing things up a bit for season three –travelling across India, coast to coast, from west to east. His journey begins in Mumbai where he rides a rickshaw, subjects himself to being the punch line (repeatedly) at a comedy club and finds himself really rather impressed with Dharavi, one of the world’s largest Slumdog Millionaire fame). After visiting a Bollywood legend and a fortune teller, May hits the road to Udaipur, which is rather less hectic than Mumbai. Here, he enjoys a spot of kite fighting, and celebrates the Hindu festival of Holi.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv)
8.25 24 Hours That Changed The World.
9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (Premiere)
10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 Catch Me A Killer. (Malsv) 11.35 Pray For Blood. (MA15+av, R) 1.30 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Mav, R) 3.30 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGa, R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 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 explores Wynnum and Manly. 8.30 MOVIE: Downton Abbey. (2019, PGa, R) The Crawley family deals with all the drama of a visit by King George V and Queen Mary. Michelle Dockery, Maggie Smith, Hugh Bonneville. 11.00 The Voice. (PG, R) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 12.25 Touching Evil. (MA15+av) 1.25 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 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. Melbourne Storm v Sydney Roosters.
9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Melbourne Storm versus Sydney Roosters match, with news and analysis.
10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 2. (2001, Mlsv, R) Two detectives investigate a double murder. Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker.
12.40 Tipping Point. (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)
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple disagree on whether to leave Coburg North.
8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6am Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. Continued. (2009, PG) 7.30 The Movie Show. 8.05 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PG, Spanish) 10.00 Triangle Of Sadness. (2022, M) 12.35pm Argo. (2012, M) 3.00 The Personal History Of David Copperfield. (2019, PG) 5.10 The Movie Show. 5.45 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 7.30 Chino. (1973, M) 9.20 The Sweeney. (2012, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs.
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Late Programs.
Programs. 8.00 Golden Girls. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon My Way. 12.15 MOVIE: UnCancelled. (2024, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Pacific Rim. (2013, M) 10.10 MOVIE:
6.00
SATURDAY, August 30
a killer strikes during a murder mystery weekend.
10.00 The Family Next Door. (Mls, R) Isabelle’s investigation zones in on Lulu.
10.55 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (PG) The team enjoys the Pacific Island of Palau. 7.30 MOVIE: Jumanji: Welcome To The Jungle. (2017, PGlsv, R) Four teenagers become trapped in a jungle-based video game as the playable characters. Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson. 10.00 MOVIE: Jumanji: The Next Level. (2019, PGlv, R) A group of friends re-enters a video game. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart. 12.30 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
Morning Programs. 12.30pm
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. North Queensland Cowboys v Brisbane Broncos.
9.35 Soccer. English Premier League. Matchweek 3. Chelsea v Fulham. 11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) Stabler testifies against the brotherhood. 12.30 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)
1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. USA v Australia.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Sisters are desperate to sell their childhood home.
8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) The low blood sugar levels of a 23-year-old type-1 diabetic have led to a dangerous seizure.
9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
10.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PGl, R) 11.30 FBI: International. (Masv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am Morning
SUNDAY, August 31
6.00 First Communion. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Austin. (PG)
8.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml)
8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv) The Wrights recover from Jack’s bombshell will.
9.35 MOVIE: BMX Bandits. (1983, PG, R) BMX riders become mixed up with bank robbers. Nicole Kidman.
11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Final, Ml, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of... (Malns)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Titanic: Our Secret History. (PGa)
8.25 Titanic In Colour. (R)
9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. (R)
10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (Mav, R)
12.50 Surviving An American Concentration Camp. (Ma, R)
1.55 Miscarriage And Me. (Mal, R)
2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PG, R) 3.45 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGa, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
Kars & Stars. 5.50 Alone Sweden. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal. 9.20 Great Australian Road Trips. 10.20 Rock Legends: Elton John. 10.50 Late Programs.
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Programs. 7.55 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 9.35 Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. (2009, PG) 11.15 Chino. (1973, M) 1pm American Pastoral. (2016, M) 3.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 4.45 Manganinnie. (1980, PG) 6.25 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 8.30 Looking Glass. (2017, MA15+) 10.25 Grand Ecole. (2004, MA15+, French) 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Manganinnie. Continued. (1980, PG) 6.50 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 9.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 10.45 The Perfect Dinner. (2022, M, Italian) 12.40pm Nowhere Special. (2020, M) 2.30 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 4.30 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 6.15 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 8.30 Phantom Thread. (2017) 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGal) 8.25 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody: Left For Dead. (Madl, R) Follows a police investigation.
10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Mav, R)
11.30 HMP Styal: Women Behind Bars. (MA15+av, R)
12.45 Jamestown. (MA15+av)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.40 9News Late.
10.10 A Killer Makes A Call: Suffocation In Suburbia. (Mav)
Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
Fishing Australia. (R)
Today Early News.
Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Survivor: Australia V The World. (PGl) Fourteen returning contestants head to Samoa. 8.30 Watson. (Ma) The team helps a woman whose memory resets every three minutes as Watson struggles with auditory hallucinations and questions whether someone is behind his current decline. 9.30 FBI. (Mv, R) When a bombing at a local restaurant leaves several injured or dead, the team races to apprehend the suspect.
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MONDAY, September 1
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Contraption Masters. 9.25 The Crystal Maze. 10.15 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (Return)
8.35 Abandoned Railways From Above. (PG, R)
9.30 Moulin Rouge: Yes
We Can-Can! (Mn, R)
10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Classified. (Malsv) 11.50 Tokyo Vice. (Malsv, R) 1.50 Blackport. (Mls, R) 2.45 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGa, R) 3.20 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (R) 4.15 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG, R) 4.45 China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Theo stands his ground.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Return, PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.20 The Rookie. (Mav) Ahead of Nune’s return home, Nolan looks for clues to locate Jason Wyler. 10.20 S.W.A.T. (Mv) 11.20 The Agenda Setters. 12.20 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav) 1.20 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Anton
Chekhov’s The Duel. Continued. (2010, PG) 7.25 The Movie Show. 7.55 Lucky You. (2007, PG) 10.15 Kompromat. (2022, M, French) 12.35pm Hive. (2021, M, Albanian) 2.10 Manganinnie. (1980, PG) 3.50 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 5.40 Finding You. (2020, PG) 7.55 The Unknown Country. (2022, PG) 9.30 Parallel Mothers. (2021, M, Spanish) 11.45 Late Programs.
TUESDAY, September 2
Parliament. 2.50 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
3.55 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (R) 4.30 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (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 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.05 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Premiere, M) Follows members of a suburban garden club.
Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Mother And Daughter Killers. (Mav, R)
The Agenda Setters.
Fairly Legal. (Mav, R)
Home Shopping. (R)
6am The Movie Show. 6.35 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 8.40 The Unknown Country. (2022, PG) 10.20 Phantom Thread. (2017) 12.55pm Today We Fix The World. (2022, M, Spanish) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 Anton Chekhov’s The Duel. (2010, PG) 5.25 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 7.30 The Big Short. (2015, M) 9.55 Official Competition. (2021, M, Spanish) Midnight Late Programs.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.
THURSDAY, September 4 6.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Point. (R) 10.05 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (PG, R) 10.55 Scotland: Ocean Nation. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 10. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (l, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (Return) 8.30 DNA Journey. (Ml)
9.35 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. (M)
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 COBRA. (Return, Mal)
12.00 Vigil. (Mav, R)
2.15 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGaw, R)
2.50 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. (PGaw, R)
3.45 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Sonny and Eden manage cyclone Remi.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.10 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 10.10 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan chats with Sam Docherty. 10.55 Why Ships Crash. (PGa, R)
12.15 Imposters. (Madlv, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Shopping. 6.30
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 Clarkson’s Farm. (Ml) 9.50 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) 10.50 9News Late.
11.20 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (Mv, R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.50 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.35 Late Programs.
6am The Movie
Show. 6.20 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 8.20 Finding You. (2020, PG) 10.30 Parallel Mothers. (2021, M, Spanish) 12.45pm Official Competition. (2021, M, Spanish) 2.50 The Unknown Country. (2022, PG) 4.25 The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 7.30 All The President’s Men. (1976, M) 10.00 The 355. (2022, M) 12.20am Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.05 Rome: Rise Of Empire. (Premiere, PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGaw, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy!
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. (Final, PG)
8.25 National Parks From Above: Ireland.
9.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+s)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Dopesick. (MA15+ad, R) 11.55 Blue Lights. (MA15+a, R) 1.55 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.45 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (R) 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.25 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.05 The UnXplained. 11.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 12. 1.50am Late Programs.
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6am The Movie Show. 6.20 The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 9.25 The Movie Show. 10.00 The Big Short. (2015, M) 12.25pm All The President’s Men. (1976, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.30 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 5.20 A Room With A View. (1985, PG) 7.30 A Beautiful Mind. (2001, M) 10.00 Volver. (2006, M, Spanish) 12.15am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Remi hits rock bottom.
7.30 Football. AFL. First qualifying final. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews. 11.00 Kick Ons. A preview of the upcoming AFL matches.
11.30 What The Killer Did Next: Nadine Aburas. (Mav, R)
12.30 Life. (Madv, R)
1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6am Morning Programs. 9.05 Nanny. 9.35 Addams Family. 10.05 Bewitched. 10.35 Jeannie. 11.05 The West Wing. 12.05pm 9Honey Hacks. 12.15 MOVIE: One Night Stand Murder. (2023, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: RoboCop 2. (1990, MA15+) 10.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 American Resto. 11.30 Storage Wars. Noon American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Outback Truckers. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s
6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon My Way. 12.15 MOVIE: Lies Between Friends. (2022, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Law Abiding Citizen. (2009, MA15+) 10.40 Late Programs.
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NORTH Haven’s Hardy Fletcher has pulled off a championship double at the Australian Bodyboard Titles in Sydney.
Hardy was crowned the winner of both the U14 and U16 divisions, which wrapped up at the weekend at the URBNSURF wave pool at Sydney Olympic Park.
“I knew I caught some good waves and got some good scores in my Under 14s final,” he told News Of The Area.
“In the Under 16s… I really needed to pull sohe start and a big flip at the end of the wave, then landed it.”
Hardy scored 14.84 pts in the Under 14 Grommet Open and 14.66 pts in the Under 16 Cadet Open.
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q Hardy Fletcher in action at the Australian Bodyboard Titles. Photo: @the_cachalot.
