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Premier announces GKNP boundaries and immediate moratorium
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NSW Tara Moriarty; and Minister for Small Business, Recovery and the North Coast Janelle Saffin.
The announcement coincided with Threatened Species Day.
Under the proposal, more than 176,000 hectares of state forest will be added to existing national parks to create a 476,000-hectare reserve, one of the largest in NSW.
It will protect more than 12,000 koalas, 36,000 Greater Gliders and the habitat for over 100 other threatened species.
Mr Minns also announced an immediate moratorium on Forestry Corporation logging in the area.
“Faced with the situation that we have virtually unambiguous evidence that koalas will go extinct in the wild, we believe that we were left with no choice,” he said.
“A smaller sized park would be the worst of all worlds. It would have an impact on the industry and it wouldn’t protect and preserve the threatened species that we want.”
The Premier also announced $6m in community and small business support for the Mid North Coast region and an additional $60 million (on top of $80 million already announced) to establish the park.
Penny Sharpe said the government’s aspirations for the park were high.
“I want [to see] that when visitors from overseas come here, they go and see the Reef, they go and see Uluru and they come to the Great Koala National Park.”
Ms Sharpe thanked the members of the Industry Panel, the Aboriginal Panel and the Community Panel who were consulted during the process.
She also noted that 100 National Parks and Wildlife Services jobs would be created along with eight Aboriginal ranger positions.
Ms Saffin, who’s also the Member for Lismore, said it was important to work together to ensure no timber workers were left behind by the decision.
“We will be supporting impacted workers, businesses, communities and industry to maximise opportunities as we deliver the Great Koala National Park,” she said.
“I am committed to ensure that our forest workers and small business forest operators are supported economically and emotionally through this change.”
Legislation to establish the GKNP will have to pass both Houses of Parliament.
Independent MPs Greg Piper (Lake Macquarie), Jacqui Scruby (Pittwater), Michael Regan (Wakehurst) and Alex Greenwich (Sydney) and MLC Sue Higginson all hailed the
announcement as a historic breakthrough, a resounding win for wildlife protection, climate action and regional prosperity.
The Premier said he hoped that enough Coalition MPs, who expressed support in the past, will facilitate its passage through the Legislative Council.
Eco-tourism operators welcome ‘game-changer’
By David WIGLEY
AFTER announcing the proposed boundary for the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) on Sunday, Premier Chris Minns met business leaders in Sawtell to discuss broader economic and social impacts.
The park includes 176,000 hectares of state forest and connects existing national parks, creating a 476,000-hectare reserve.
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The move promises to protect endangered species - headlined by the region’s dwindling koala population - and fast-tracks one of the state’s most significant conservation projects.
Mr Minns sat down with business leaders including Matthew Sparrius of C-Change Adventures, a local operator providing eco-tours involving kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and yabbying.
Mr Sparrius, who operates the business with his daughter Issy, described the GKNP as a game-changer for ecotourism along the North Coast.
“C-Change Adventures… and other businesses, were able to meet with the Premier and ministers three times over the past year [to] discuss the economic
benefits we saw coming into the community,” he said.
“As an ecotourism business, we are delighted that the GKNP has been formed to its full extent.
“It allows businesses like mine to grow, to market and advertise, and create more tours within the area.
“We will be able to merge a paddle through the GKNP with bushwalking tours showing off the beautiful environment around us.
“Imagine an overseas visitor looking up at koalas and hearing about the GKNP.”
Mr Sparrius likened the potential of the park to the Great Barrier Reef, predicting the North Coast would reap long-term benefits from international recognition.
“Similar to the Great Barrier Reef, we hope that in the future we will have a sustainable eco-business model.
“With the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, there were many that thought the fishing industry would be devastated [but] it has been replaced by a huge tourism industry.
“There will be a flow on to our area for accommodation providers and cafés, which have been doing it tough since COVID.”
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q The proposed boundary of the Great Koala National Park.
q NSW Premier Chris Minns and Matthew Sparrius of C-Change Adventures.
Park hailed as ‘great conservation decision’
By Andrew VIVIAN
THE many groups that have been lobbying for a Great Koala National Park (GKNP) for well over a decade, have reacted positively to the Premier’s highly anticipated announcement of its proposed boundaries.
Although, some believe the proposal needs more work.
A spokesperson for the Forest Ecology Alliance, one of a number of groups that consistently promote the GKNP said, “While we are filled with joy for the forests of our region and eternally grateful to the government for this wise decision to establish the GKNP, we are devastated that critical koala habitat, including Newry State Forest (The Bollanolla), Pine Creek State Forest, and Tuckers Nob,
has been excluded from the park.
”Had local knowledge been genuinely considered, it would have been clear that these forests and others like them are essential to the survival of koala metapopulations.”
Ashley Love, who is credited with initially proposing the Park, said, “I thought it was a very strong presentation that indicated a firm commitment to the decision.
“It is up there with the other great conservation decisions in NSW.”
Mr Love said some “corrections” are needed to the GKNP proposal, such as World Heritage nomination, the use of historical plantations on former high value land, and there are some areas that have not been included.
Dr Grahame Douglas from the Coffs Coast branch of the National Parks Association (NPA) told News Of The Area the announcement was “incredibly exciting”.
“The campaign has been going for 15 years, so we welcome the government’s announcement.
Jeremy agrees.
“We should all recognise the impact of the decision on the forestry industry and the families who rely upon forestry jobs,” she said.
“There’s been a lot of emotional investment in this that has impacted many people.
“NPA fully supports the Government’s proposed transition package, especially measures to increase investment in the establishment of plantations on degraded agricultural lands.”
The Nambucca Valley Conservation Association (NVCA) was one of three local groups that developed the idea of a GKNP on the Coffs Coast more than 13 years ago.
“This welcome decision gives our North Coast koalas a chance to recover from the devastating impacts of habitat loss from industrial logging and the unprecedented 2019/20 bushfires, and will hopefully stop their predicted trajectory towards extinction,”
President Paula Flack said.
to protect threatened species.
Dr Tim Cadman, whose work indicates that plantations can contain native forest and threatened species, also sounded a warning.
west, as we recommended, will make no difference if the coastal habitat is missing.”
“[But] it’s really important that we look after those whose jobs have been affected.”
NPA NSW President Liz
The Bob Brown Foundation, the World Wildlife Fund and the Australian Conservation Foundation all issued press releases praising the announcement, but cautioned that more needed to be done
“The plantations are some of the best habitats in the park.
“Not including these impacts 10 percent of the koala population - that’s decimation.
“Expanding the park to the
Former Head of the Federal Department of Treasury Dr Ken Henry, who is now with the Australian Climate and Biodiversity Foundation, said, “Public support for the GKNP has been overwhelming throughout regional Australia.
“More than 100 businesses on the Mid North Coast signed a letter
demanding the cessation of logging in the region to create the full 176,000 hectares of koala habitat.”
He said that recent polling shows 73 percent of Port Macquarie voters, 70 percent of Coffs Harbour voters, and 64 percent of Oxley voters back the creation of the GKNP.
“This landmark announcement is not just a win for the environment but also for the region’s economy.”
q Conservationists welcomed the long-awaited announcement. Photo: Penny Sharpe, FB.
TIMBER THREAT
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from the Timber, Furnishing and Textiles Union following the announcement of an immediate moratorium on logging in the area set aside for the Great Koala National Park (GKNP).
The Minns Government’s announcement of the proposed boundary for the GKNP is expected to impact six of the more than 25 timber mills in the region and approximately 300 jobs.
The Premier and Ministers were at pains to point out during Sunday’s announcement that as the party of workers, the Labor Government would ensure that any disadvantaged workers would be looked after.
Assistance includes JobKeeper-style payments to support workers by covering salaries, and also financial assistance towards business operating costs.
Workers and their families will have immediate free access to mental health, financial and legal counselling services, and training support.
Unions are, at the very least, skeptical.
Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) NSW Secretary Tony Callinan, said the Government's decision represents a betrayal of working families and regional communities that
have “sustainably managed these forests for generations”.
"The Industry Advisory Panel, which the Government itself established, recommended 37,000 hectares as a balanced approach that would protect koalas while preserving jobs.
“Instead, the Government has gone nearly five times larger, showing complete disregard for the workers and communities who will pay the price for this decision.”
Alison Rudman, NSW Secretary of the Timber, Furnishing & Textiles Union (TFTU) said, "Every timber worker's pay cheque flows directly into small regional economies.
“Businesses close, schools lose students, health services withdraw, and entire communities wither away.”
Timber NSW is calling on the Premier to “show some compassion by making sure what is left of the industry is sustainable, diverse and equitable”.
“For example extending the Wood Supply Agreements past the expiry in 2028 so they can invest in new machinery, processing equipment and encourage investment in hardwood plantations,” Chief Executive Maree McCaskill said.
“A sickening by-product of this decision is that by further
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restricting sustainable native forestry in NSW even more pressure will be applied to the forests of Indonesia, Malaysia and PNG.”
President of Forestry Australia Dr Michelle Freeman, said the proposal lacks a “science-led plan”.
“By sidelining the complementary role of actively managed state forests, the Government has missed the chance to maximise outcomes for koalas and communities,” she said.
“Science-based, adaptive forest management across all tenures is essential to maintaining healthy forests, adapting to climate change, and conserving biodiversity.
“The State Government’s decision risks repeating past mistakes where a shift away from active and adaptive management has led to declines in native species,
including koalas.
“Recent research highlights that koala populations in NSW state forests remain high and stable, thanks to thoughtful regulated management.”
A spokesperson at a sawmill affected by the announcement said that without more information, it was too soon to comment.
MPs response National Party MPs responded negatively to the Labor Government decision.
“Hard-working Dads on the North Coast woke up to the news on Father's Day that they were out of a job - as Labor's Great Koala National Park completely obliterates the NSW timber industry,” NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders shared.
“Not only will it gut thousands of jobs from the regions, but it will also have
a cascading impact on timber mills, contract harvesters and other sectors including construction, mining and energy.”
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said the flowon effects of this decision will “impact thousands of jobs and small businesses”.
“It’s impossible to justify how just $6m will help support not only those impacted businesses, but also grow jobs and investment in the tourism sector.
“With no koala zoo or hospital being attached to the park, tourists have no additional reason to visit.
“On top of this, the timber required for building the homes we desperately need, power poles, decking, structural timber for bridges, and hardwood timber for pallets used to freight all of our food to the supermarkets,
will become harder to source –and this will mean prices will increase across the board.
“The Minns Labor Government will also restrict recreational use within the park.
“Currently, mountain bikers, four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, horse riders, dirt bikers and campers can use many areas of the State Forests.”
Member for Clarence Richie Williamson is also expecting the flow-on impacts to hit “the whole community”.
“From the small businesses who rely on forestry workers, to the cost of building homes, to the very real mental health toll on families facing an uncertain future.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said he had been fighting “this craziness” since it started.
“The Premier must think the CSIRO and DPI scientist Dr Brad Law have no idea, after stating that koalas will be extinct by 2050 without this GKNP.
“His own government’s drone survey in 2024 showed over 12,000 koalas living in the State Forest assessment area alone, yet they refuse to do a comparative survey in the National Park next door.
“The CSIRO says there are between 175,000 and 750,000 koalas in Australia.
"Doesn’t sound nearly extinct to me.”
q Members of the Timber, Furnishing & Textiles Union hold up signs saying ‘Don’t burn timber jobs. Talk to timber workers’. Photo: TFTU.
Waterways ‘safe’ but concerns remain
EPA
By Andrew VIVIAN
The EPA
rounds of testing at six locations within the forest and in nearby Oyster and
Dalhousie Creeks.
It followed community concerns that forestry activities near two small historical mineral prospecting sites had led to elevated levels of arsenic in the streams within the forest and further downstream in the Oyster Creek estuary.
NSW EPA Director Technical Services Sonya Errington, said arsenic concentrations did not exceed guideline values in any water samples from the forest streams immediately downstream of the harvest areas.
“Arsenic concentrations were below the recreational water quality guideline values in all samples from Oyster Creek estuary, indicating that they do not pose a risk to people swimming or wading in the creek,” she said.
“There were elevated levels of arsenic in one sediment sample from the
forest streams, which shows that historically arsenic has been present in this area long-term and fits with the natural geology of the area.
“We also found arsenic levels at Oyster Creek that exceeded the guideline value for aquatic ecosystem health.”
She said this is not unexpected and in mineralised catchments the aquatic ecosystem typically adapts to the naturally elevated levels of metals in the waterways.
“The catchments in the forest, where more harvesting occurred, had lower levels of arsenic than other waterways we tested, so there are no indications that forestry operations have increased arsenic levels.”
As someone who raised initial concerns, Jodi Armytage is less than satisfied.
She said the EPA test results show toxic Arsenic
(V) concentrations in Oyster Creek have reached dangerous levels. According to the Australian Water Quality Guidelines and CSIRO research, approximately 55 percent of marine life will have suffered acute arsenic toxicity.
She said the EPA’s conclusion that logging did not cause this contamination is deeply flawed because no baseline water tests were conducted before logging began to compare, despite community requests.
Ms Armytage said community sampling has well-documented high levels of arsenic from Little Newry immediately postlogging, and the subsequent flush-outs towards Oyster Creek after heavy rain.
“Despite the severity of the contamination, the EPA has not yet advised whether fish and crabs from Oyster Creek are safe to consume.”
More information about the testing can be found on the EPA website.
Senior warns of supplement risks
By Andrea FERRARI
COFFS Harbour
senior Hilary
Young is calling for greater awareness around the risks of taking magnesium supplements containing Vitamin B6.
She recently received a diagnosis of elevated blood levels of Vitamin B6, which she said came following 10 years of using magnesium supplements.
Hilary told News Of The Area that living with Vitamin B6 toxicity can have significant impacts.
“For me the resultant motor and autonomic neuropathy from added B6 makes it a struggle to walk, my balance is off, and a host of other non-specific symptoms make everyday life difficult,” she said.
“Symptoms may be many, non-specific, long-lasting,
confusing and psychological support may be necessary.
“It’s a tough rollercoaster journey even in its relatively mild form… patience is required, research is advised and sharing your experience is encouraged to spread awareness amongst your community.”
Vitamin B6 toxicity can cause symptoms including nerve pain, muscle weakness, balance and blood pressure issues, or brain fog.
As of this week, after months working alongside her doctors, Hilary reports her “blood levels of B6 are now back to normal”.
According to the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA), Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) is a common inclusion in magnesium supplements, with each tablet containing up to 60 mg.
“A patient taking two magnesium tablets per day could therefore be unintentionally consuming 120 mg of vitamin B6,” the RCPA states.
“This is far greater than the recommended dietary intake of vitamin B6 for adults in Australia and New Zealand of 1.3–2.0 mg/day with a maximum of 50 mg/ day.”
In June this year, the Therapeutic Goods Administration released an “interim decision” which recommended that products containing between 50–200 mg of vitamin B6 become pharmacist-only medicines, following increasing reports of toxicity diagnoses.
Robert Van Wyk, owner of Blooms The Chemist Sawtell and Toormina, said while Vitamin B6 has its place, users must be very careful
with dosages.
“It is a potent vitamin, but the trouble starts when a guru comes out with his own regime and people get misinformed and start to take it in higher doses than recommended and for longer periods,” Mr Van Wyk said.
“If you go online and look up ‘what can I take for mood elevation’ or ‘help with sleeping’ it will probably recommend taking vitamin B6.
“You can supplement but not hyper supplement – with Vitamin B6 supplementation stick to 5mgs-15mgs daily combined with other B Vitamins – and ask your pharmacist.”
q Blooms the Chemist Sawtell and Toormina owner Robert Van Wyk.
THE NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) says its testing has found
that forestry operations in Little Newry State Forest near Valla have not impacted the water quality in nearby rivers and creeks.
said it undertook three
q The
says logging near waterways has not disturbed arsenic deposits but locals are not convinced. Photo: De Marko.
Cartoon awards call it Trumps
By Andrea FERRARI
A TRUMP-inspired artwork has won Cartoon of the Year at the 2025 National Rotary Cartoon Awards, which were announced at The National Cartoon Gallery in Coffs Harbour on Saturday 6 September.
Rod Emerson’s “Pied Piper” - his take on the Trump administration’s influence on Capitol Hill - features an image of Donald Trump as a ratcatcher using his musical pipe to lure rodents towards the White House.
Mr Emmerson, who is the editorial cartoonist for the New Zealand Herald, was also awarded top gong in the special category “Trump That”.
The competition, now in its 37th year, is open to cartoonists and illustrators and run by
the National Cartoon Gallery in conjunction with Rotary.
Gallery manager Bruce Nelson, said the cartoon was chosen because of its timely subject matter and execution.
“It’s very relevant, due to Trump's dominance over the political landscape.
“The judges unanimously chose this cartoon, as it was wonderfully executed with minimal words, yet such a strong narrative.
“Despite the viewers being focused on the back of Trump’s head, the composition provides an instantly recognisable portrayal.”
This year’s awards attracted almost 250 cartoons from some of the best-known practitioners
in Australia and New Zealand with categories including sport, politics, caricature and comic strip.
Other winners are:
Caricature: Michael Breen’s portrait of Wayne Bennett and Latrell Mitchell.
Sport: Tony Lopes’ take on clay pigeon shooting UFOs, causing the end of the world.
Politics: Christopher Downes’ view of the Coalition’s brief break up.
Comic Strip: Mark Lynch’s humorous take on “the chicken and the egg”.
Framing Room Prize: David Rowe’s poignant look at the Gaza strip.
The Awards presentation night had several cartoonists in attendance, notably Rod Emmerson (Cartoon of the Year and special category “Trump That!”), Mark Lynch (Sport Merit), Michael Breen (Caricature Winner), David Rowe (Caricature Merit, Framing Room Prize), and Tony Lopes (Sport Winner).
All entries are on display at the National Cartoon Gallery until the end of November.
q Rod Emerson accepts the winner’s trophy for ‘Pied Piper’.
q Cartoonists included Mark Guthrie, David Rowe, Tony Lopes, Jock Brodie, Michael Breen, Mark Lynch, Rod Emmerson, Cathy Wilcox (President, Australian Cartoonists Association), and Dave Keen.
q Admiring the award winners and entries.
Orara High maths teacher’s national award
By Andrea FERRARI
ORARA High School Mathematics
Teacher Holly Wedd has been named a winner at the 2025 Schools Plus Teaching Awards.
Ms Wedd had been shortlisted from hundreds of exceptional nominees nationwide.
The Awards recognise educators whose innovative teaching and leadership are transforming student outcomes, promoting equity and inclusion, and
empowering children and young people to thrive in their learning journey.
Holly has transformed maths outcomes at the Coffs Harbour school, doubling Advanced Maths enrolments and increasing student confidence by 84 percent.
She has led professional learning for over 450 rural teachers, embedded research-backed teaching methods, connected maths to culture and community through Indigenous stories, and translated resources for EALD (English as an Additional Language) families.
Ms Wedd attended an awards event at Parliament House in Canberra co-hosted by Education Minister Jason Clare.
She receives $20,000, including $10,000 to fund
a high-impact school visit program, and an exclusive year-long professional development placement.
When Ms Wedd recognised that capable students were opting out of higher-level maths due to a lack of confidence and literacy barriers, she designed a unique combined Maths and English Program.
This targeted initiative has doubled enrolments in Advanced and Extension Maths and supported 100 percent of participating students to continue into Stage 6.
Her leadership has reduced maths anxiety and lifted engagement by embedding researchinformed practices such as cognitive load theory and inquiry-based learning across her faculty.
Her work has sparked a cultural shift in how maths is taught, perceived and valued - by both staff and students.
Ms Wedd is the Rural Learning Exchange Mathematics Network Facilitator, supporting over 450 teachers in remote and regional areas, and coordinates a collaborative leadership network of 13 high schools in the Coffs Harbour–Clarence Valley region.
As a Board Member of the Mathematics Association of NSW and an instructional leader with the Mathematics Growth Team, she contributes to statewide curriculum development and professional learning. She is also a lecturer at Southern Cross University.
Investigation underway following house fire and assault
AN investigation is underway following a house fire and serious assault in Coffs Harbour.
Shortly after 5:30am on Sunday 7 September, emergency services were called to reports of a fire on Wongala Drive.
Officers from Coffs/
Clarence Police District attended the location and found a house well alight.
Fire and Rescue NSW attended and extinguished the fire.
A 41-year-old woman was able to escape from the home.
She was treated at the
scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics for minor injuries and was taken to hospital for further treatment.
A crime scene was established at the location and forensically examined by specialist officers.
Shortly before 6am the same morning, emergency
services were called to a house on Raymond Street, Coffs Harbour, following reports of an assault.
Officers from Coffs/ Clarence Police District attended the scene and found a man and a woman - both aged in their 60s – with head injuries.
NSW Ambulance paramedics attended the scene and treated them before they were taken to hospital in a critical condition.
A crime scene was established and an investigation into the incident has commenced.
Initial inquiries indicate that both incidents are linked. About 8am, a 28-year-old man, who is known to the man and woman, attended Coffs Harbour Police Station as inquiries continued.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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q Orara High School maths teacher Holly Wedd.
Blood drive in honour of former Council employee
THE City of Coffs Harbour is calling on the community to roll up their sleeves and donate as part of the 2025 Local Government Blood Drive.
This year, the campaign carries special meaning locally.
The City is proudly dedicating its participation in this year’s drive to Jared Amies, a former Council employee who sadly passed away in 2025.
Jared received significant blood transfusions throughout his medical treatment, and to honour his memory and the generosity of donors, his family now encourages others
to give the gift of life through donation.
“Jared was a much-loved team member whose warmth and generosity left a lasting mark on the team,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.
“We are incredibly proud to honour his legacy.”
Sarah Amies said the passing of her partner Jared had inspired her to highlight the importance of donating blood.
“With his (Jared) passing this has now taken on a much greater meaning for us and we want to share his story to encourage anyone who can to donate.
“Even though you may never know the impact you will have, there are families out there like us who are eternally grateful for your selfless act of giving,” Ms Amies said.
The Local Government
Blood Drive, which runs from July to September, is part of the annual nationwide initiative where industries and organisations come together to make a significant impact through blood donations.
By booking a donation through Lifeblood and selecting ‘City of Coffs Harbour’ as your team, every eligible donor can help save up to three lives and contribute to our city’s tally in the nationwide challenge.
“This is about more than friendly competition. It’s about coming together as a community to make a real difference,” Acting General Manager Andrew Beswick said.
“Whether you’re donating for the first time or the hundredth, you’ll be honouring people like Jared and helping others who rely on this vital lifeline.”
Fire Brigades to host community day
THE Rural Fire Brigades of the northern Coffs Coast are inviting the community to a day of “fire safety, fun, and local spirit” at the upcoming Recruitment and Readiness Day in Woolgoolga.
This family-friendly event will bring together local fire brigades from across the region – including Moonee, Corindi, Sandy Beach, Mullaway, Woolgoolga, Country Club, and Coffs
Coast Support Brigade –alongside special guests from Halfway Creek and Sherwood Creek.
The Recruitment and Readiness Day will be held on Sunday, 21 September from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Solitary Islands Sports Ground.
Disciplines ‘in danger’
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Coffs Harbour and District Eisteddfod Society (CHDES) is calling on community members to join its ranks, to maintain its tradition of providing outstanding performing arts opportunities.
The event will feature a free community BBQ, live demonstrations from the RFS and Fire and Rescue NSW, giveaways and kids activities, and bushfire
preparedness and home emergency kit planning.
Community members and young people will also learn how to get involved with their local brigade.
"This day is all about connection, education, and readiness," said Captain Jeremy Tebb from the Corindi Rural Fire Brigade.
"Whether you're thinking about volunteering, want to be bushfire-ready, or just looking for a great family day out – there’s something here for everyone."
The event is free to attend and open to all members of the community.
The regular monthly meeting will follow.
CHDES’ current president Debbie Waters told News Of The Area that unless the
The society’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 21 September from 12:30pm, at the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden. All executive positions will be declared vacant, along with several Discipline Coordinator roles.
organisation has an increase in membership and support from the local community, some disciplines are in danger of not proceeding in 2026.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute your skills, passion, and time to support local performers across multiple art forms, including vocal, drama, dance, instrumental, piano and choirs,” Ms Waters said.
“We welcome new members to be part of our not-for-profit society and help us continue to grow the Eisteddfod for years to come.”
2026 will be the 53rd year of providing this performance platform and assistance is required to continue.
CHDES’ volunteer information and membership details can be found online at coffseisteddfod.org.au.
Ms Waters can be contacted directly at president@coffseisteddfod. org.au.
The City of Coffs Harbour was previously named a top Lifeblood team and hopes to
continue that proud tradition with strong support from the community this year.
To check your eligibility and book a donation, visit www.lifeblood.com.au.
q City of Coffs Harbour City Infrastructure Acting Director Daniel Noble, Planning Engineer Aaron Stoja and WHS and Wellbeing Business Partner Kalinda Gosewisch.
q ‘Flourish’ performance at the Coffs Eisteddfod Gala. Photo: BPW Studios.
q Everly Baker in the Vocal performance at the Coffs Eisteddfod Gala. Photo CHDES.
Woolgoolga footbridge improves connectivity
THE Dalgety Street footbridge in Woolgoolga has opened to the community.
City of Coffs Harbour says the “challenging” project was delivered within budget and has produced a “visually stunning result”.
The bridge snakes across Woolgoolga Creek, connecting West Woolgoolga to Dalgety and Nash streets, providing faster and easier access to the town’s CBD and beach.
“The bridge is perfect for walkers, cyclists and mobility
scooter users,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.
“It’s an inviting walk too as the bridge winds its way through the trees.”
The Dalgety St bridge is a key component of the City's planned West Woolgoolga path network, which aims to enhance safety and accessibility for residents travelling to key local destinations.
“The network will link West Woolgoolga's residential areas to the Solitary Islands Way
shopping and business precinct, Wiigulga Sports Complex and future residential developments around Newmans Road and Bark Hut Road,” City Infrastructure Acting Director Daniel Noble said.
The project was jointly-funded by the City ($134,419) and the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program ($1,122,477).
Another key part of the local path network is
Jean Vickery’s bald move
By Andrea FERRARI
WOOPI volunteering legend and Lion Jean Vickery has raised over $7000 for Cancer
Council in this year’s “Shave for a Cure” fundraiser.
Ms Vickery shaved her head in May in a grand effort to raise money for the cancer
charity as one of her family is currently undergoing cancer treatment.
Along with Woolgoolga Lions Club President Joginda Garcha and members, Ms Vickery presented a cheque for $7100 to Cancer Council.
The Lions Club of
q Woolgoolga Lions
President Joginda Garcha and club members join Jean Vickery (third from right) as she presents $7100 to Community Operations Coordinator Sarah Mayo.
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the replacement of the old wooden footbridge from Melaleuca Avenue to Lakes Road.
“The Melaleuca bridge will also be built using durable, environmentallyfriendly materials and support active transport and easier long-term maintenance,” Mr Noble said.
The crossing is now closed while the works are underway and an alternative pedestrian and cycle route is available via the footbridge between Haines Close and
Woolgoolga are staunch supporters, raising funds not only for Cancer Council but for many charities across the community.
Cancer Council’s Community Fundraising Team Leader Lauren Fraser, said Jean Vickery’s “Shave for Cancer” fundraiser is a wonderful example of her courage and the club’s commitment.
“Every dollar raised helps Cancer Council fund vital research, deliver prevention programs, and provide support services like our 13 11 20 Information and Support Line.
“We are so grateful to Jean and the Woolgoolga
Lions for their amazing commitment to helping people affected by cancer.”
Woolgoolga Red Cross Emergency team leader Judith Jackson said Ms Vickery is a classic example of how volunteering is beneficial for your physical and mental health.
“Now in her senior years, there is no stopping her,” she said.
“Volunteering across a range of services has certainly strengthened her social connections and provides her with a sense of purpose.
“Jean is always up to something.”
With loneliness cited as a possible public health
epidemic, “we should all take a leaf out of Jean’s book”.
Keeping active in the community is one of the best cures for loneliness and helps contribute to greater overall wellbeing, thus a potentially longer, more fulfilled life.
“When it comes to raising money for a good cause, particularly as this one was close to her heart, Jean gives 110 percent.”
In March 2022, as President of Woolgoolga Lions Club, Jean Vickery drove a powerful campaign to support the Northern Rivers farmers in the Need for Feed charitable initiative.
Kim Close. Weather permitting, the new Melaleuca bridge is scheduled to open in October.
q The new Dalgety Street footbridge connects the fast-growing West Woolgoolga precinct to Dalgety and Nash streets.
End of life expo ‘empowering’
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Coffs Coast Death & Dying Expo returned in August for its second year at the Norm Jordan Pavilion, bringing together more than 300 attendees, 33 stallholders, and a full program of talks, panels, and performances.
The free, not-for-profit event tackled topics so often avoided yet universally experienced, including open, compassionate, and empowering conversations about death, dying, and grief.
Organisations such as the NSW Palliative Care Council and Coffs Coast Women’s Health Centre joined grassroots practitioners and community groups, offering resources and support for people at every stage of life.
The Expo’s program was equally diverse, with talks on end-of-life planning, therapeutic cannabis use, and how to discuss death with children; alongside a moving cultural panel exploring different traditions and cultural perspectives around
dying.
A poetry slam invited local poets to share original works on grief and mortality.
The day closed with a symbolic dove release.
One organiser, Zianna Fuad, said the event was about shifting perceptions, and building a compassionate network of care.
“Talking about death isn’t morbid - it’s actually deeply life-affirming to acknowledge the inevitability of our short time here, and to be prepared, so we can live more fully and
without fear,” she said.
“When we open up these conversations, we not only reduce fear and stigma, we also expand our capacity to care for each other through life’s most complex [and common] moments.
“This Expo is about giving our community the tools, choices, and confidence to approach the end of life with compassion and dignity, and to bring us into a deeper connection with one another.”
The Expo, which began at Woolgoolga Community
Gardens in 2024 with 20 stallholders and just over 100 attendees, has more than doubled in size for its second year.
Organisers credit a dedicated volunteer committee and strong community support, including funding from City of Coffs Harbour Council and the national Dying to Know Day campaign, for helping to make the expansion possible.
For many, the highlight was the sense of connection.
Attendees included
seniors planning ahead, families curious about resources, and professionals working in end-of-life care.
“It was incredible to see people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to share, learn, and listen,” Ms Faud said.
“The energy was buzzing, but it was also deeply grounding.
“It showed us that when we make space for these conversations, the whole community benefits.”
Organisers say they have begun planning for 2026, with hopes to continue growing the Expo while keeping its grassroots, community focus.
MYTH BUSTING - HAIR
Adrian from Celtic Roots Hair Designers tackles some common myths about hair:
1. “Cut your hair regularly and it will grow faster” No matter what your mother told you, cutting your hair does not make it grow quicker. It will, however, be healthier as split ends and overheated bits will be removed.
2. “Stress gives you grey hair” Unfortunately, much as I’d like to blame the kids, genetics and getting older are what cause grey hairs to grow. Stress can cause hair to fall out, but this is usually reversible once the stress is managed.
3. “Air drying is better for your hair than blow drying” As with most things, it’s all about moderation. It’s not good to attack your hair everyday with heated implements, but two or three times a week is fine. Just make sure you’re not going over the same bit of hair five times with your straighteners - once should be enough!
4. “Dandruff is dry, flaky skin” Dandruff is actually the result of too much oil on the scalp which causes the production of too many skin cells. Dry flakes mean you need more moisturising not Head and Shoulders.
5. “Pigtails will make your hair fall out” If you’re doing loose up-dos then you’ll be fine. If you are overly stretching the ponytail or making very tight plaits then you’re putting stress on the roots so it’s possible you may run into problems. It would be better to save those styles for occasions.
6. “Rinsing your hair in cold water will make it shinier” No, it will just make you feel cold! However, products such as Goldwell conditioners or colour can certainly make your hair shinier.
7. “Brushing your hair 100 times a day will make it shiny”
Years ago when we washed our hair once in a blue moon this was an excellent way
q The Coffs Coast Death & Dying Expo 2025. Photos: Sarah Jae.
Local Malayalees celebrate Onam
By Andrea FERRARI
WOOLGOOLGA'S stadium came alive with colour, music, and the aroma of a feast on 31 August, as the Association of the Malayalees of the Mid North Coast of Australia (AMMA) hosted its annual Onam celebrations.
Onam is a 10-day Hindu festival originating in Kerala, India.
It marks the end of the harvest season and commemorates the return of King Mahabali, who, according to legend, visits his people once a year from the netherworld.
In Woolgoolga,
Mahabali’s arrival came with a local twist, as he rode in on a handcrafted elephant created by local artist Sibu Balan.
This 12th local Onam drew together more than 400 Malayalees from across the Mid North Coast.
Joining the celebrations were local elder Uncle Richard Widders, Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh and, from the Mid North Coast Local Health District, Chief Executive Jill Wong and Acting Director of Communication and Strategy Carolyn Guichard.
The AMMA community wore traditional attire; women in Kasavu sarees
edged with gold, men in crisp mundus (cream dhotis with golden borders), and children in festive dress.
Following custom, the first serving of the Onam Sadhya - a grand vegetarian banquet of 18 dishes on banana leaves - was set aside for Mahabali before the guests were served.
The choice of leaf carried special resonance on the Mid North Coast, linking Kerala’s agrarian traditions with the region’s own banana-growing heritage.
The cultural program featured more than 20 performances including traditional dances, folklore,
mimicry, instrumental music, cinematic routines, and plays, showcasing talent across generations finding a platform for creativity, confidence, and connection.
Many items drew on the diverse worlds of Indian cinema, with songs and dances inspired by Malayalam as well as other regional film traditions, including Bollywood.
It showed that while Onam is rooted in Kerala’s heritage, the celebration also embraces the wider cultural diversity of India.
Particularly moving was the sense of continuity; children who once shyly
Heritage Trail invites you to explore
A FUN WAY to unlock Coffs Harbour’s magical past –from The Planto to Trixie the amusement horse ride – has been launched to coincide with History Week.
A self-guided Heritage Trail has been added to the celebrated Coffs Coast Explorer app, providing entertainment and enlightenment for visitors and locals alike.
“This is all about using new technology in the form of the app to discover our rich past,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.
“The idea is to use the app as you move about the CBD to places of interest.
“These include the Coffs Hotel, Jack Simmons, the old
Post Office, the Showground and the Plantation Hotel.”
First stop on the Heritage Trail tour is the permanent Yaamanga Around Here exhibition at Yarrila Place.
While there visitors can settle in to watch a short film on the Tasma Theatre.
Located on the corner of High and Castle Streets, the Tasma opened in 1937, and the grand facility could seat 226 in the Royal Lounge and 515 in the stalls.
The theatre was demolished in 1969 to make way for a Waltons Department Store.
“The set-up at Yaamanga allows you to watch an old flick, sit in an original seat from the Tasma, with an
original projector at your back,” City Acting General Manager Andrew Beswick said.
Once finished at Yarrila Place, you can use the Heritage Trail on the app to venture around town.
“When you reach a place of interest on the app, simply tap the icon on the map and it will reveal a story about the site’s past, complete with photos, so you can compare these with how it looks today,” Mr Beswick said.
Mayor Williams said the Heritage Trail takes about 90 minutes to complete, moving through a two-kilometre journey – with more stops to be added down the track.
City of Coffs Harbour
performed small acts at AMMA’s first Onam are today confident young adults, serving as masters of ceremonies and guiding younger children on stage.
They have moved from being nurtured to nurturing, encouraging the next generation to dance, sing, and perform just as
q Official guests joined around 400 people at the celebration.
they once did.
Much of the success was due to the leadership of AMMA’s president Jacob John, together with committee members Delna Davis, Akhil Viswanathan, Junaid P.S., and Fibil Mathew, whose dedication has enabled Malayalees on the Mid North Coast to celebrate their heritage while enriching the wider fabric of Australian community life.
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launched its Coffs Coast Explorer app last year and the innovation saw it listed as a finalist in the 2025 North Coast Tourism Awards.
The app is free to
download and it includes a comprehensive guide to places to visit, eat, stay and enjoy such as galleries and major tourist attractions.
One of the many fun
features on the app is a Pokemon G0-style game where you can catch animal avatars as you move around the stunning North Coast Regional Botanic Garden.
q The symbolic return of King Mahabali.
q Dance is a traditional feature of Onam.
The Heritage Trail on the Coffs Coast Explorer app lifts the lid on local history.
Dementia Support workshops
By Andrea FERRARI
DEMENTIA
Support Australia invites family carers of people living with dementia, and health and aged care professionals, to attend tailored information events in Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas on 23 October.
The free advisory and support service is funded by the Australian Government and led by HammondCare, a national leader in dementia
care, support and research.
“Supporting a person living with dementia can be daunting and at times can feel overwhelming,” Executive
General Manager for Dementia Support Australia, Mark Peacock said.
“This event is for carers who want to know how to
manage changing behaviours in a person living with dementia, while providing a safe and supportive environment for that person.”
Information events aim to provide carers with insightful information and practical advice from dementia experts.
network with people within their community.
Review of recovery efforts
A PARLIAMENTARY committee will review the NSW Reconstruction Authority's response to May’s record-breaking flood event.
After entire townships were left isolated and thousands of homes and businesses were damaged, the NSW Reconstruction Authority has been leading recovery operations, including coordinating clean-up and repair efforts.
A NSW Parliament
Joint Select Committee has recently commenced an inquiry to review the operations of the Authority relating to this natural disaster.
“The role of the NSW Reconstruction Authority is to lead disaster recovery and preparedness efforts across the state,” said Committee Chair Clayton Barr MP.
“Since it was established in 2022, the Authority has had to support affected communities to recover
from a number of significant disasters.
“By reviewing its operations regarding the May floods, the Committee wants to understand how the Authority's approach has evolved, what is working, and what needs to improve.
“We want to make sure that the Authority is providing the best possible support to impacted communities, and is working effectively to
reduce the impact of future disasters.”
As part of the review, the Committee will also look at the Authority's operations relating to other recent natural disasters, including any resulting changes or improvements to their operations.
The inquiry's terms of reference also refer to:
• the exercise of relevant planning powers under the NSW Reconstruction Authority Act 2022
• the Authority's engagement with impacted
Participants will meet like-minded carers, receive clear help and advice from dementia professionals, and communities
• the application of any relevant funding from the NSW and Australian Governments.
Written submissions can be lodged to the inquiry's website up until Friday, 3 October 2025.
“The Committee would like to hear from community members, businesses and organisations that have had first-hand experience of the Authority's recovery work,” Mr Barr said.
“However, we understand that affected communities are still
“Our dementia consultants and specialists will share practical insights on mood and behaviour changes, carer well-being, relationshipbased approaches in dementia care and when, and how to seek help,” Mr Peacock said.
HammondCare’s General Manager Growth and Innovation Marie Alford said, “For professional carers, so much is changing so quickly in the field of treating and managing complex dementia, these events are really valuable for hearing updates from our dementia specialists and raising practical issues with those experts.”
There are two sessions being held at Pacific Bay Resort.
“Supporting complex dementia for family carers” will run from 10am12pm, while “Supporting complex dementia for health professionals” will run from 2pm - 5pm.
Family carers and health professionals can register and obtain information at dementia.com.au/coffs.
recovering from the severe weather in May.
“We're encouraging anyone that would like to contribute but may have trouble making a submission to contact the Committee staff.”
Further information on the inquiry, including the full terms of reference, and the online submission portal is available on the Committee's webpage: http://www.parliament. nsw.gov.au/committees/ inquiries/Pages/inquirydetails.aspx?pk=3136#tabtermsofreference.
Funding to replace Cut Bank Bridge
BELLINGEN Shire Council has secured $2,297,620 in funding for the replacement of Cut Bank Bridge on Tyringham Road at Bostobrick.
The funding comes through the Australian Government’s Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP) and $574,405 from the Roads to Recovery Program (RTR).
The total project cost is $2,872,025.
Council says the replacement of Cut Bank Bridge will improve the safety and functionality of Tyringham Road, ensuring it remains a reliable and accessible route during emergencies and natural disasters.
Work for the project will include the replacement of the existing timber bridge with a single span reinforced concrete bridge.
The new bridge will be
constructed adjacent to the existing timber bridge to ensure community access is maintained throughout construction.
“Tyringham Road is a critical route for residents and businesses to access essential services,” Mayor Steve Allan said.
“Replacing the deteriorating timber bridge at Cut Bank Creek with a concrete structure will enhance safety for all users, including school buses, emergency vehicles, and freight operators.”
Work on the design and tender process for the project will begin in 2026
q Council says the replacement of Cut Bank Bridge will improve the safety and functionality of Tyringham
q Dementia Support Australia’s information events provide carers with insightful information and practical advice.
Road.
Music agent signs Purple Disturbance
By Andrea FERRARI
PURPLE Disturbance, a young four-piece teen band from Coffs Harbour, has been signed by New World Artists.
The band’s drummer Jessica Franklin told News Of The Area that it was a huge milestone for the band to step into the music industry they have always dreamed about.
“What makes it surreal is not just the opportunities that are opening up, but the chance to connect with musicians we grew up listening to and admiring. To be able to share a stage with these bands and come along for the ride is something we are extremely grateful for,” she said.
The partnership is about growth for the band and “having people in our corner who believe in us and are ready to help us take our music to the next level; pushing us creatively, guiding us professionally, and giving us the platform to reach bigger audiences”.
New World Artists’ past and present portfolio includes some of Australia's most iconic cutting edge artists including Silverchair, Grinspoon, Mallrat, Sneaky Sound System, Sophia Isella,
Redhook, Ocean Sleeper, Ixaras, Enaria and Ninajirachi.
Purple Disturbance’s genre is alt/punk rock, but they push those boundaries every time they get on stage.
“Our sets are driven by pure chaos and energy.
“We don’t just want people to come and listen to our music, we want them to come and experience a show.
“Whether that’s from Thom’s recklessness as a frontman, Jess doing a 'shoey' while drumming or even Jed licking peanut butter off Thom’s chest.
“We aim to leave the crowd riled up and with a show experience they’ll remember.”
Getting signed began by getting noticed.
After releasing the Millie and Gus track in 2023, Joe Hansen from Grinspoon and his wife Carmel Debreuil, passed the track on to Julia Davis and Owen Orford from New World Artists.
They loved what they heard and encouraged the band to keep writing and building up their setlist.
“Not long after Julia came to see us live when we supported Goons of Doom, and from that things began to gain momentum.”
What started off as mentoring and guidance has since evolved into an official partnership with the agency.
Poised to perform professionally, Purple Disturbance will soon set off
on tour with the band British India as their main support, “an amazing opportunity for us as a band”. They will end the year by jumping on the road with Grinspoon for their 30th
Anniversary Bonza Tour.
“It’s surreal to be sharing stages with bands that have inspired us for years.
“We’ve also just dropped our latest single, Criticise Penalise Attack and Slam, a track that captures the raw intensity that defines our live shows and, who knows, by the time the year’s wrapped up there might even be another new track on the way.”
Free mental health support at SCU clinic
By Andrea FERRARI
FREE mental health and wellbeing services are available to the community at Southern Cross University (SCU) Health Clinics until 5 December.
With no fee or referral required, community members can access mental health and wellbeing services delivered by student practitioners, under
the supervision of senior, highly experienced health professionals.
Clients can self-refer to the SCU Clinic.
Once contact details are received, a psychology, counselling, or social work student from the Mental Health and Wellbeing Team will contact them to gather brief information about their needs.
Experienced professional
supervisors will then work with the student team to determine the most appropriate discipline and allocate the client accordingly.
Once matched, the SCU Clinic will contact the client to schedule an appointment with the assigned student practitioner who is typically in the final stages of their health professional training. Sessions may be
conducted one-on-one or with an experienced supervisor present to support the student’s learning.
Clients will always be informed if a supervisor will be present.
“The SCU Clinic provides real world experience under the supervision of experienced qualified practitioners, offering real time guidance and
structured feedback,” said Academic Lead Dr Carrie Thomson-Casey.
“Students develop discipline specific competencies such as assessment and treatment planning, while building confidence and professional identity.”
A distinctive feature of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Team is its strong focus on interprofessional
collaboration within its multidisciplinary team, as well as being able to refer to other disciplines also in the SCU Clinic including naturopathy, osteopathy, and exercise physiology.
Dr Thomson-Casey said the program addresses a critical need, with many people waiting months to see a mental health professional.
“We’re committed to offering free, accessible, and multidisciplinary support services to our community.
“With no wait times and a compassionate team of supervised student practitioners, we’re here to help people take the first step toward better mental health and wellbeing.”
Operating online via Telehealth from Coffs Harbour, the Mental Health and Wellbeing Clinic offers appointments for up to four months of regular sessions, providing reliable, ongoing care.
This service is not suitable for acute mental health disorders, people in acute crisis, or those requiring intensive drug and alcohol support.
Bookings can be made by contacting the Coffs Harbour clinic on (02) 6626 9131, or by emailing clinic@scu.edu. au.
q Coffs alt/punk rock band Purple Disturbance: Joshua Downes, Thomas Downes, Jessica Franklin and Jed Freudenstein.
q Southern Cross University Health Clinic.
Woolgoolga to host Australia’s biggest orchid show
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Woolgoolga District Orchid Society (WDOS) is hosting the 23rd Australian Orchid Council International Conference and Show in October.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh and City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki Williams will officially open the show at the Wiigulga Sports Complex around 8.45am on Friday 3 October.
It will remain open to the public until Sunday afternoon, 5 October.
“This is the first time this prestigious triennial landmark event has been held in a regional area," said WDOS President Nev Anderson.
Orchid Societies from every state will be presenting displays along with individual exhibitors.
There will be 199
separate classes of orchids and 63 qualified orchid judges and associates.
Woolgoolga's Indian heritage and Sikh community will be celebrated through a special display of Indian Orchids, while in tribute to the area’s First Nations peoples, there will be an interactive Bush Tucker display and a collection of Indigenous artefacts.
A sales area will feature 22 of Australia's premier orchid nurseries, giving visitors the opportunity to take home rare and unique species.
“A dedicated educational wall of over 250 photographs of native local orchids growing in our area will look amazing, and there will be additional photographic displays highlighting West Australian native orchids along with orchids from Vietnam and India.”
Mr Anderson’s pictorial booklet showcasing the region’s native orchids will be launched and on sale.
There will also be a trade alley and food alley and children will be catered for with a colouring-in corner.
Preceding the show, the International Conference will be held at the Woolgoolga High School hall and will feature four international speakers along with five Australian world-renowned speakers.
The event is expected to attract up to 4000 visitors with registrants signed on from Canada, USA, New Zealand, China, Vietnam, India and Ecuador.
These include Professor Promila Pathak from India, along with one of her students, and David Banks, who will launch his encyclopaedic tome of global orchid species titled “Orchid Species of the World”.
Workers like Skylah in demand
COFFS Harbour Kart Racing Club members and the wider community have come together trackside to celebrate the grand opening of newly upgraded facilities.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said it was an important moment for the hardworking Club members who have brought the project to
fruition.
“This new facility is now the nation’s best and proudly hosts world-class events just like the weekend’s successful Australian Kart Championships,” Mr Singh said.
“This major revamp has been a testament to the hard work and vision of the Club members who can be proud of all they have
For further information, visit aoc2025.org.au. achieved.”
The project delivered a grid cover, track extension and resurface and a pit area upgrade.
The significant works also included accessible amenities, showers, toilets and changerooms, an upgraded canteen, a new training/function room, a new office/stewards’ room, first aid facilities and a covered viewing area.
is helping to meet the demand for skilled healthcare workers.
At just 18-years-old, she is already shaping her future after completing a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance at TAFE NSW.
Skylah said she was inspired by the compassionate care her family received during hospital stays, and also by her best friend’s Mum, who’s a nurse.
“I’ve always had a passion for helping people, and I saw first-hand the difference nurses make in the lives of those who need it most,” she said.
The “NSW Skills Plan: 2024-28” identifies the care and support economy as one
of six critical areas forecast to experience significant growth.
According to Jobs and Skills Australia, the Healthcare and Social Assistance sector will be the fastest-growing industry, contributing over 580,000 new jobs by 2034.
Skylah is now building on her skills by studying a Diploma of Nursing.
“TAFE NSW has given me the confidence to pursue an in-demand career in healthcare.
“The simulated nursing wards in class really prepare you for what you’ll face on the job.
“Empathy and connection are at the heart of nursing.
“Supporting patients and seeing the gratitude of
their families makes it all worthwhile.”
The growing demand for skilled workers was a key message during National Skills Week, which ran between 25-31 August.
“A strong vocational education and training sector is critical to delivering the practical skills that people, communities, and industries across NSW need, now and in the future,” TAFE NSW Managing Director Chloe Read said.
“TAFE NSW trains around 400,000 people each year across more than 250 occupations in over 80 industry sectors, delivering the workforce needed to build housing and critical infrastructure, enabling access to care and support services, supporting the growth of onshore advanced manufacturing, and powering our transition to net zero.”
SKYLAH Eskola of Coffs Harbour
q The Dendrobium melaleucaphilum. One of the wild orchids displayed on the event banners. Photo: Nev Anderson.
q Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh at the official opening with Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club treasurer Colette Morrison and club president James Morrison.
q Skylah Eskola of Coffs Harbour is passionate about helping people. Photo: TAFE NSW.
Raise a glass
MARK your calendars!
Coffs City Rotary is hosting the 24th installment of their much-loved Wine, Beer and Food Enjoyment Day on Sunday, 14 September 2025 at the stunning Pacific Bay Resort.
This popular annual event is a celebration of flavour, fun, and community spirit, featuring a carefully curated selection of top wineries, breweries and distilleries, along with gourmet food to match.
Coffs City Rotary President Ross Paul considers the event one of the premier occasions on the social calendar.
“How often do you get to bring your friends, meet the makers, and indulge in tastings in a relaxed resort atmosphere?” he said.
q The much-loved Wine, Beer and Food Enjoyment Day returns on Sunday.
“And you are doing a good deed at the same time.
“Proceeds from the day go toward supporting local community initiatives and Rotary projects.”
Whether you're a wine connoisseur, a craft beer enthusiast, or just enjoy good food and great company, this day has something for everyone.
Explore award-winning labels from wineries such as Brokenwood, Hardy’s HRB and Peter Lehmann, beers from local producers including King Tide Brewing, Woolgoolga Brewing and Grafton Brewing Co, and spirits from Ampersand Vodka, Morris Whiskies and Emerald Island Gin.
For tickets and more information, visit https://bit.ly/bwfday.
By Manny WOOD
Superannuation payment traps
WENDY makes enquiries with her superannuation fund regarding the payment of her funds in the event that she unexpectedly passes away.
Wendy is advised that because she is not in a relationship and has no children, that she should execute a non-binding death benefit nomination.
She also has the option of making a binding nomination and the nominations can either be lapsing or non-lapsing.
The superannuation fund emails a blank form to Wendy.
The form allows her to nominate beneficiaries by name or nominate her “legal personal representative”.
The form states that her beneficiaries must be “dependents”.
Wendy simply wishes to nominate her mother as the recipient of her superannuation but finds the process incredibly confusing.
Nonetheless, Wendy writes her mother’s name on the form and submits it to her superannuation fund.
In a tragic turn of events, Wendy is involved in a fatal car accident several years later.
Wendy’s mother subsequently approaches the superannuation fund and requests the release of the funds to her.
Wendy’s death benefit includes a life insurance component, making the payment larger than she anticipated.
The superannuation fund advises that because the nomination was “non-binding”, they have the discretion to decide how the superannuation is to be paid.
The superannuation fund decides to pay half of the proceeds to Wendy’s father because her mother and father are both “next of kin”.
Wendy’s mother appeals the decision to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) on the basis that Wendy had clearly indicated her wishes, in writing, in the form that was provided to her by her superannuation fund and in circumstances where she had had nothing to do with her father for many years.
The appeal process takes three years.
Ultimately, AFCA overturns the Superfund’s decision and orders the payment of the whole of Wendy’s superannuation to her mother.
This case is a reminder that properly dealing with your superannuation is an important part of estate planning and given the complexities involved, it is important to get the proper advice.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Represent the whole electorate
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE recent letter from Michael Kemp MP exemplifies why so many people have lost faith with the major political parties in Australia, particularly the LNP.
It seems Mr Kemp is relying on the politics of grievance as his main argument as he seeks to divide our society into us and them.
He seems oblivious to the contradictions of his insults.
Unions are made up of working people.
Western Sydney is made up of Australian citizens.
Mining has a far greater environmental impact than forestry, oh, but mining isn’t the problem either.
It is all Labor’s fault!
Many of the residents of the seat of Oxley have moved and/or retired here from working lives in the city.
Does he hope to gain votes by insultingly calling them inner-city elites or protesters that contribute little to society?
We may live in regional Australia but that does not mean that we are ignorant of either regional or inner-city issues.
With regards to the timber industry, which seems to have sparked his vitriolic spray, the hardwood division of Forestry Corporation
runs at a loss.
Why should we, taxpayers, subsidise this industry to clear fell our forests and diminish our environment?
The Great Koala National Park is a great move forward that will benefit our region.
It has come about due to the hard work and support of many people, ranging from activists, protesters, politicians, the Labor Party, environmentalists, and many, many ordinary people who would like to preserve, rather than exploit, nature.
Changes in society have almost always been started by activists who are motivated to act against injustice.
Action is almost always opposed by governments who do not like to upset the status quo.
But, as the saying goes, the only thing that is constant is change.
Kudos to the NSW Labor Party for listening to the electorate and acting to make the Koala Park a reality.
Mr Kemp needs to be reminded that, as an elected member, he is there to represent all the people in the electorate, even the ones he may disagree with.
To resort to insults and to seek to create divisions in our community is contemptuous.
You need to act in a more civilised manner.
Regards, Peter SOBEY, Valla.
Call ‘natural disasters’ by their proper name
DEAR News Of The Area,
Regarding the article on page 7 of NOTA on Friday, 5 September 2025 titled “Support in the aftermath of natural disaster”.
This item mentions a “natural disaster” meaning flooding events.
The reality is that these extreme weather events are no longer “natural events”.
By calling them “natural events”, the general public feel powerless against nature and feel there is nothing they can do to change things.
Rather, extreme weather events ought to be called by their real name, which is “human induced global warming events”.
By calling them “human induced global warming events”, the general public can be awakened to the fact that we are not addressing climate change to the degree we ought to, and to proactively
On theCouch
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
My new girlfriend chats incessantly as soon as she wakes.
I prefer to ease into the day.
How can I get our morning routines in sync?
Karl B.
Dear Karl,
I'm with you on this one. My husband's mouth seems to wake up before the rest of him.
From the moment his eyelids flick open, he is wired and ready for action.
The conversation usually starts with some doom-scroll statistics, interspersed with high volume, high rotation Instagram reels that can be anything from a Bob Katter rant to a South Park skit to a solar battery rebate analysis.
For good measure he'll throw in a few conversation starters like, 'the BAS is due today' or 'how could a grandparent pick up the wrong baby?'
At this point my mind has left its dream-like state to instead ponder firstworld disasters, political anomalies and tax evasion strategies.
And I'm not happy about it.
No, I'm more of a 'don't speak to me until my second cup of tea' kind of girl.
I like to Wordle in silence.
I like to read the news headlines in silence.
I'm very happy to have a cup of tea delivered, but I don't want to talk about it.
In fact, I'm not really keen for a chat until after my shower, and I certainly don't want to be disturbed during it.
The first 30 minutes can set you up for the rest of the day.
If you kick off with negativity or overstimulation, it can be hard to get your mind and body back into sync.
Perhaps you and your girlfriend can have a discussion about your personal preferences and some non-negotiables.
Let her know that you are happy to talk, but not while you're still rubbing sleep out of your eyes.
You may even be able to agree on a morning routine.
Your girlfriend could chat with a friend, for example, while you do some yoga stretches.
Or she could join an early-risers walking group while you make breakfast for you both (in a blissful state of silence).
Also, if you and your girlfriend progress to being parents one day, let me warn you that no one can out-talk a toddler first thing in the morning.
start addressing climate change with the urgency it requires.
In a recent NSW Government Report we read: “Flooding in NSW costs our economy about $250 million every year.
“Long-term climate change is causing.. NSW to warm.
“The average temperature in NSW has been increasing since 1910.
“This is increasing the likelihood of extreme weather events such as heavy rainfall and storm surges near the coast.
“Increased temperatures are likely to increase the risk of thunderstorms across NSW in the warmer months.”
This quote is included to support the claim that extreme weather events ought to be called by their real name, which is “human induced global warming events”.
Kind regards, Michael DE MOL.
They wake up like Everready Bunnies - fully charged and wanting answers.
You will then be grateful that your girlfriend chats incessantly, so she can respond to the rapid-fire questions with equal enthusiasm.
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A turning point to a more hopeful future
DEAR News Of The Area,
AFTER years of lobbying, peaceful protest, and dedicated vigilance by thousands of ordinary citizens, the long-anticipated announcement for the declaration of the Great Koala National Park has arrived at last.
Since the Minns Government took office, there has been wide-spread degradation of valuable habitat and ecological services, as well as increasing bushfire risk caused by recent intensive, industrial logging after catastrophic bush fires, within what is to become the GKNP.
It will take decades of work and care to restore many of these places, which will require ongoing maintenance and on ground management.
This could provide new opportunities for the potentially burgeoning “Green Collar Sector”, which could have its strong hold in our richly diverse bioregion, as the social licence of the old, outdated extractive industries, becomes less viable.
The appropriate investment in the restoration of these places could help offset
any potential loss of employment experienced within the changing forestry industry in New South Wales, and provide new opportunities in hospitality, eco-tourism and all the other associated industries across our region.
I have friends and neighbours working in the forest industry, whose livelihoods could be impacted by the creation of GKNP.
I believe it is important that these people and businesses within our community be properly supported with the provision of retraining packages and career opportunities, as well as fair compensation to affected business owners, so they can afford to transition away from this state-subsidised industry.
As well as costing tax payers tens of millions of dollars per year, Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) has been responsible for overseeing serious, multiple breaches in guidelines and legislation, resulting in millions of dollars in fines.
Has any of this money paid to EPA (another government department) been used to repair the damage done?
If not, why not?
from home, those unwell, BnB renters and young families.
Strangely, it seems that no individuals have yet been held to account for these breaches either.
Again, if not, why not?
This has been allowed to happen, while, at the same time, peaceful protesters trying to protect forests have been arrested and fined.
As a bush regeneration contractor working in natural areas on public land, I’m expected to know all the restrictions and legislations regarding my operations and required to carry $20 million insurance to cover any potential damages my businesses activities may cause.
If I was responsible for repeated damage, accidental or otherwise, I would not just be held to account, but my business would not be viable.
It would appear regarding FCNSW and its logging contractors this has not been the case.
I am not aware of any individuals losing their jobs or contracts, even after repeated proven breaches in logging activities.
Despite all this, I still believe there is a
place for well-managed working forests.
I love timber and have seen firsthand, when actively cared for (proper forestry/ silviculture) and carefully harvested, our forests can create a sustainable resource and the opportunity for high-quality, value added products, and need not destroy significant habitat nor degrade ecological services.
But can we trust FCNSW to look after this important public asset into the future, after such poor environmental and financial outcomes?
The state government now has the opportunity to change the structure, focus and priorities of what has been FCNSW so as to enhance the quality and all the values of these increasingly important public assets, that are the unique native forests of NSW.
Future generations will thank us if we can, as humanity faces the challenges of an extinction crisis, and changing climate.
Together
Neighbourhood noise issues Bridge design important to get right
DEAR News Of The Area,
WE live in Sawtell where, like many seaside places, there are a lot of sub-divisions and big houses being built.
Most tradesmen around here are respectful, but why do some tradies have to have loud music and radio noise all the time?
How is Bob Marley reggae blasting out in our street at 7am okay?
How many times do all the neighbours have to ask them to turn it down?
We have shift workers, those working
Where's the respect?
What rights do existing neighbours have?
None apparently.
We sacrifice sunlight, privacy and amenity with most new builds, some of which are up to three storeys high.
May we suggest to City of Coffs Harbour Council that builders pay a bond which is reimbursed if council don't receive any noise or other complaints by the finish of building.
Regards, M CHRISTINE, Sawtell.
DOES anyone else have a sinking feeling that the planned footbridge over the Moonee Creek estuary will be a monument to the ego of the engineers who designed it, rather than a modest pedestrian crossing designed to fit into the environment?
I can see it now, a large concrete structure, dominating the landscape and changing the character of the area irretrievably.
What do we need?
Something similar to the bridge that was demolished.
Yes, the new bridge might require
concrete piles, but the superstructure could be made of timber, which would weather beautifully and blend into the natural landscape.
In other words, a minimalist, friendly little bridge, not a self-important structure!
If you agree with me, please contact the Mayor, share your perspective with her, and ask that she pass it on to the engineers involved in this project.
We cannot get this wrong!
Regards, Thea EVES, Moonee Beach.
Where are the environmentalists? Actions speak louder than words
DEAR News Of The Area,
PETER Dingle asks where are the "socalled green organisations" in relation to the environmental destruction posed by the Robbins Island wind project? (NOTA 5/9/25).
I asked a similar question some months ago, regarding the environmental destruction resulting from renewable energy projects, in Queensland and Kosciusko National Park.
I guess that fighting for the environment has become passe.
It seems that now these organisations have become too preoccupied with waving the Hamas and Palestinian flags to worry about such mundane issues as the environment.
Regards, Wayne DUESBURY, Boambee.
Doctors leaving without notice
DEAR News Of The Area,
CAN anyone, readers or a medical practitioner, explain the protocol if a GP/ specialist is leaving the area or retiring?
Our first experience came with a wellknown local specialist centre.
If we attended four or five times in a row and saw the same doctor, that would be considered a long term relationship.
The second was our GP who we visited over a six-year period.
He retired with no notice.
We were promptly shafted to another GP who we did not want, so we left.
Then our skin cancer doctor closed shop. I was trying to make my biannual appointment and the phone was dead.
We visited his once rooms to find another doctor there.
Is this normal practice for medical professionals to simply close without notifying their regular patients?
I'm starting to get a little paranoid, is it me they are trying to avoid?
Does anyone have an answer?
Regards, Liz PHILPOTT, Boambee East.
DEAR News Of The Area,
Recently I read the article on homelessness (‘Lost opportunity to solve homelessness’, p4, 5 September issue).
This is not a new problem.
Consultation, reviewing drafts, needing to deliver real change and saying the Council has acknowledged the problem sounds like just words repeating endlessly.
This article should be about what has
been done not what should be done.
Each homeless person should be given shelter now - one room, a shower and toilet - even if it’s in a donga type.
The time for talking about it and making suggestions should have finished years ago.
Actions speak louder than words.
Regards, Mark LANE, Coffs Coast.
Koala capital of Australia
DEAR News Of The Area,
HAS the Coffs Coast just become the koala capital of Australia?
As a City representative of the Great Koala National Park's Community Advisory Panel and longtime community campaigner for the Parks establishment, I believe the announcement for the full Great Koala National Park is a major historic moment for our region.
For Coffs Harbour, the park brings
significant long-term benefits through economic and conservation opportunities.
The initiative will create new jobs in park management, tourism, and cultural heritage, while enhancing environmental education and recreational opportunities.
This Park’s announcement marks a major step toward securing the future of NSW’s iconic koalas and building a sustainable future for our local community.
I believe the Coffs Coast can now claim that we are the koala capital of Australia.
Kind regards, Councillor Jonathan CASSELL.
DEAR News Of The Area,
in restoration, Lindy DAVIS, Moleton via Lowanna.
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Crisp tiled flooring stretches throughout the property, creating a cool and easy-care foundation ideal for coastal living and effortless maintenance.
The open-plan air conditioned layout invites you in, merging living, dining, and kitchen spaces into one harmonious hub - perfect for both daily life and entertaining friends.
The kitchen is a generous, practical space with ample bench and cupboard room, making meal preparation a breeze
whether you're crafting quick snacks or gourmet feasts.
Both bedrooms have been thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort and storage.
Each features a builtin wardrobe, providing plenty of space for clothing and personal items while preserving the room's clean lines and relaxing atmosphere.
Large windows allow for refreshing crossbreezes and soft morning light.
One of this home's standout features is the spacious rear addition - a large, versatile room that can adapt to your changing
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Whether you envision a dedicated home office, a cosy media or rumpus room, a creative studio, or an inviting third bedroom for guests or extended family, this flexible space offers endless possibilities.
With direct access to the private courtyard and garden, it also provides a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle, further enhancing the sense of space and tranquility.
The bathroom is conveniently positioned to service the entire unit, featuring a modern, functional layout that makes daily routines smooth and simple.
The internal laundry adds extra convenience, keeping everything you need close at hand and ensuring chores are easily managed.
What truly sets 5/49 Boultwood Street apart is its charming wraparound courtyard.
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Grand final berths earned
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Coast’s best basketball teams have earned grand final berths after winning the semi-finals of Coffs Harbour Basketball Association’s winter senior season at Sportz Central.
Chihuahuas won through to the Men’s A Grade grand final after a 44-39 win against We Can’t Dunk.
Kaspa Ngohset had a game high 19 points.
Men’s B Grade minor premiers Can’t Catch A Breath made the grand final after beating The Bricklayers 49-19.
Isaiah Andrews top scored for the winners with 15 points.
Duwant won their semi-final against White Chocolate 51-42, Maeson La Rosa top scored with 30 points.
Men’s C Grade minor premiers Pingas earned a spot in the grand final with a 106-59 win against Pulsars.
Spencer Skinner had a game high 34 points.
The Coffs Harbour Suns Under 16s Division 1 team had a 71-56 win against the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 16s Division 2 team.
Women’s
Women’s A Grade minor premiers the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 18s qualified for the grand final with a 10350 win against the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 16s Division 2 team.
Kira Juffermans had a game high 29 points.
Narwhals Loaded won their semifinal defeating the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 16s Division 1 team by 63-34.
Maya Duncan had a game high 26 points.
Women’s social competition minor premiers Coffs Flames earned a grand final berth with a 39-26 win against Mantas Mystics.
q Women’s social competition players get ready for their semi-final.
AFL North Coast award best and fairest winners
By Aiden BURGESS
AFL North Coast’s best players of the season have been recognised with best and fairest honours.
Coffs Harbour Breakers player Alex Pyke and Sawtell/Toormina Saints player Jai Langenberg tied
on votes to win the Brian Saville Medal for the best and fairest of the seniors competition.
Northern Beaches Blues player Latrell Mundine won the Paul Sheldon Medal as the best and fairest of the reserves competition.
Northern Beaches Blues
player Gina Cardillo won the Cambridge McCormick Medal as the best and fairest of the women's competition, her third best and fairest win.
Coffs Harbour Breakers player Ned Lucas and Port Macquarie Magpies player Braeden Fuller shared the
honours as best and fairest winners of the Under 18s competition.
Junior winners Molly Bowd of the Bellingen Bulldogs won the Nikki Wallace Medal as the best and fairest of the Youth Girls 17s competition.
Port Macquarie Magpies
PB for running festival
By Andrea FERRARI
WITH over 2,000 runners expected, the Coffs Harbour Running Festival on Sunday, 14 September is set to increase its participation numbers by a staggering 65 percent from last year.
“This year’s response has been incredible,” Event Director Keelan Birch said.
“It’s not just about running… it’s about community, charity, and celebrating the spirit of Coffs Harbour.”
For the first time ever, the festival will feature the full marathon (42k), alongside the popular Half Marathon (21k), 10km, 5km, and 3km Family Fun Run.
The new marathon
course will take runners along the Jetty Foreshore, north and south breakwalls, and through the scenic Coffs Creek Walkway, offering participants ocean views and a uniquely coastal running experience.
The event organisers will create a lively, familyfriendly atmosphere at Coffs Harbour Showground where
participants start and finish.
There is a newly introduced Athlete Panel on site where attendees can hear from elite runners and local legends, along with an expanded selection of food stalls and community booths.
True to its roots, the festival continues its proud tradition of giving back.
This year, it will support
players Tobie Quinn and Edward Redfern were joint winners of the Under 16s best and fairest.
Sawtell/Toormina Saints player Chloe Murphy was the best and fairest of the Youth Girls 15s competition.
Sam Dicker of the Port Macquarie Magpies won the
more than nine local charities, including newcomers Lifeline North Coast, Coffs Coast Autism and the Coffs Coast Children’s Ward.
The Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour expects to raise over $70,000, with funds going toward local initiatives such as a purchasing a specialised IV chair for the new Ambulatory Care Ward at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.
“Whether you’re running, walking, cheering or
Ackerly Colliver Medal as the best and fairest of the Under 14s competition.
Sawtell/Toormina Saints player Willow Matthews was awarded the Brianna McFarlane Medal as the best and fairest winner of the Youth Girls 13s competition. Kalani Brown of Northern Beaches Blues White won the Under 12s best and fairest.
volunteering, this Sunday’s festival is more than a race, it’s a celebration of health, community and generosity,” Mr Birch said.
Spectators are encouraged to line the Jetty Foreshore and cheer on the runners as they chase personal bests and community impact.
Last-minute registrations are still open.
To sign up or learn more, visit coffsrunfestival.com.
q The new marathon course will take runners along the Jetty Foreshore, north and south breakwalls, and through the scenic Coffs Creek Walkway.
Cricket club on the rise
By David WIGLEY
THE Woolgoolga Cricket Club kicked off its 2025/26 season this week, with high hopes for a successful summer on the back of an incredible year.
In a historic 2024/25 season that saw Woolgoolga claim Second Grade and Fourth Grade premierships, the club also won the Club Championship for the first time in its history.
“Winning the Club Championship was a massive achievement for us,” club treasurer Aaron Singh said.
“It really shows the direction the club is heading, and now the focus is on making it even stronger.
“This season, we want more success on the field while continuing to grow our junior base - because that’s where it all starts.”
The club is now calling on new players of all ages and abilities to get involved.
“Whether you’re keen for First Grade cricket, social cricket, or you’re a junior just starting out, Woolgoolga has a team for you,” Singh said.
“Junior cricket continues to thrive at Woolgoolga, with programs like Woolworths Cricket Blast inspiring more kids to take up the game.”
Singh credits Woolgoolga’s success to a strong culture, dedicated volunteers, and an effective
q The club’s under 10s side.
junior-to-senior pathway.
“Woolgoolga Cricket Club is focused on building for the
future while continuing to deliver on-field success,” he said.
q Players and committee members showcasing the Club Championship with life members and sponsor Jason Lower from GNL Produce.
“The ultimate goal this season? Win more premierships and keep
The club’s under 12s side. q Woolgoolga’s premiership-winning Fourth Grade team.
growing the game in the community,”concluded Singh.
Wolves, Eagles book grand final places
By David WIGLEY
THE Woolgoolga Wolves have stormed into the HIT105.5 Men’s Premier League grand final after clawing back from a goal down to beat Northern Storm 3-1 at Woolgoolga on Saturday night.
In a rematch of last year’s decider, the Storm looked in control at halftime after Campbell Brear’s penalty and a masterful opening half from Ben Dove.
But the Wolves came out breathing fire after the break and were level within five minutes when Olly AngusBrown buried the equaliser.
The hosts piled on the pressure and finally cracked the Storm defence in the dying stages, with Nick Mallett striking before Angus-Brown sealed his brace to send the Wolves back to the big dance.
Woolgoolga will meet Coffs City United Lions in the grand final under lights at C.ex Coffs International Stadium on Saturday, September 13, with kick-off at 7pm.
Earlier, Boambee Eagles snatched a dramatic ticket to the women’s showpiece after a last-minute Kylie McDonald penalty sealed a 1-0 win over the Coffs City United Lionesses.
McDonald, who claimed the Golden Boot with a staggering 28 goals this season, held her nerve in the 89th minute to spark jubilant scenes as the Eagles booked their spot in Saturday’s decider, also at the stadium, kicking off at 5pm against Urunga.
A bumper weekend of football finals will run from Friday through Sunday at the Coffs Coast’s premier venue.
Coffs Suns teams win in home opener
By Aiden BURGESS
THE COFFS Harbour Suns senior men’s and women' s teams have both had victories in their first home games of the
Basketball Conference season at Sportz Central.
The Suns women won their second straight game to start the new representative season, accounting for the Ballina Breakers 80-61.
The home side took a 15-11 lead into quarter time, and extended their lead to 39-24 at half-time.
A dominant third quarter saw the Suns extend their lead further to 67-39 at
three quarter time.
The Suns men recorded their first win of the season with an 84-73 victory against the Ballina Breakers.
The Breakers took a 23-15 lead into quarter time,
before the Suns cut the lead to 40-36 at half-time.
The Suns would make their move in the third quarter, outscoring the Breakers 22-10 to take a 5850 lead into the final quarter.
The Suns teams head to the Byron Senior Carnival this weekend, before heading home to take on the Lismore Storm on Saturday, 20 September at Sportz Central.
Sunshine
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q James Gorrie (blue) of Woolgoolga flanked by Ethan Andrews and Marko Kisose from Northern Storm.
Group 2 junior teams win premierships
By Aiden BURGESS
GROUP 2 Junior Rugby League teams have won premierships during their big grand final day at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.
The Sawtell Panthers were the most successful
club this season winning three premierships, while the Coffs Harbour Comets and Smithtown Tigers won two premierships each.
The Sawtell Panthers Under 16s edged out the Nambucca Valley Tigers 24-22 to win this season’s
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for, the opening intensity of the game was no surprise, with a Panthers player leaving the field injured within the first two minutes.
The first 40 minutes was slogged out in arguably one of the toughest halves of football the Group had seen this season.
It was the Roosters who had the majority of possession and, for the most part, were able to keep their
The Panthers defensive game was superb however and thwarted every attempt by the Nambucca attack to cross the line and build points.
The first half ground down with both sides feeling the pinch by the final 10 minutes, with injuries and penalties slowing the pace.
A penalty in front of the posts, dispatched by Mikaere Beattie, gave Sawtell the opening points and a 2-0 lead, which they maintained until the half-time break.
premiership.
The Sawtell Panthers won the inaugural Under 16s Girls Tackle premiership, triumphing in dominant fashion against the Bowraville Tigers with a 40-10 victory.
The Sawtell Panthers also won the inaugural Under
14s Girls Tackle competition, winning the first premiership with an 18-10 victory against the Bowraville Tigers.
The Coffs Harbour Comets Under 14s capped off a magnificent undefeated season with a premiership win, triumphing 40-18 against the Kempsey Dragons.
The Coffs Harbour Comets won the League Tag title defeating Sawtell Panthers Red by 40-8.
The Smithtown Tigers won the Under 15s premiership, defeating the
The
Tigers won the Under 13s premiership, defeating the Coffs Harbour Comets by 2014.
The Tigers became the first team to beat the Comets this season.
The second half exploded with the same intensity as the first, with Nambucca’s Beau Langford finding a gap on the left edge after some slick interplay to give his side a 4-2 lead within the first two minutes.
Minutes later a stripping penalty against Sawtell in prime position allowed
Nambucca talisman Tyronne Roberts-Davis to cross the tryline, extending his side’s lead to 8-2.
The Panthers soon regrouped and regained their defensive composure, however possession still favoured the Roosters.
Several line breaks got the Panthers faithful to
their feet, however handling errors and desperate defence thwarted their efforts.
Sixteen minutes into the half, Nambucca’s Jay Melrose - covered in Sawtell defenders - was able to get the ball over the tryline once more, before Roberts-Davis kicked the conversion and the last points of the game.
The standard displayed
by both teams on Sunday spoke volumes about the quality of football being played in Group 2.
Also highlighted was the rugby league excellence coming out of the Nambucca Valley, with all four of Sunday’s grand finals won by either the Macksville Sea Eagles or the Nambucca Roosters.
Bowraville Tigers by 18-10.
Smithtown
q Sawtell Panthers Under 16s celebrate their premiership win.
q Sawtell Panthers Under 16s Girls Tackle team celebrate their grand final win.
q Sawtell Panthers Under 14s Girls Tackle team celebrate their premiership win.
q Sawtell’s Tyke Kemp catches Nambucca’s Damien Carriage during Sunday's Group 2 Grand Final.
q The Nambucca Roosters’ Jay Melrose eyes the tryline.
q Sawtell’s Darcy Collins and Jake Thornton take on the Roosters’ Zac Johnson.
q Nambucca Roosters’ Khan Jarrett is met by Sawtell’s Luke Hetherington.
Sea Eagles and Roosters win premierships
By Aiden BURGESS
THE Macksville Sea Eagles and Nambucca Roosters have both won premierships with victories in Group 2 Rugby League’s grand finals at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.
The Macksville Sea Eagles won the reserve grade premiership, defeating the minor premiers Woolgoolga Seahorses 2610. It was redemption for
the Sea Eagles side after losing last year’s grand final in golden point.
The Nambucca Roosters won the club’s first women’s premiership, triumphing 1210 against minor premiers the Woolgoolga Seahorses.
The Macksville Sea Eagles Under 18s capped off a terrific season in which they lost just once with a premiership victory.
The Sea Eagles had a 3620 win against the Grafton Ghosts.
Group 2 Rugby League award winners
First grade
Best and fairest: Jake Elphick (Woolgoolga Seahorses).
Most points: Mikaere Beattie (Sawtell Panthers).
Top tryscorer: Logan Jones (Nambucca Roosters), Samuel Shields (Macksville Sea Eagles).
Reserve grade
Best and fairest: Dylan Lewis (Grafton Ghosts).
Most points: Tyler
Murden (Woolgoolga Seahorses).
Top tryscorer: Dylan Lewis (Grafton Ghosts). Women’s Best and fairest: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Most points: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Top tryscorer: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Under 18s
Best and fairest: Koby Toomey (Macksville Sea Eagles).
Most points: Koopah Walters (Grafton Ghosts).
Top tryscorer: Kalem Blair (Sawtell Panthers). Club championship: Woolgoolga Seahorses.
Pirates plunder rugby win
By Aiden BURGESS
THE PORT Macquarie Pirates have plundered premiership glory from the Coffs Harbour Snappers, taking out the first-grade title of the Mid North Coast Rugby Union Northern Division season.
The Pirates won this year’s premiership with a 27-24 victory against the Snappers, in the grand final at Coffs Rugby Park.
A strong defensive performance in the second half saw the Pirates see off a fast-finishing Snappers side, who almost produced another memorable come from behind victory like the one that saw them beat the Pirates in the Major Semi Final.
Down 27-12 with just a few minutes remaining, two quick tries to the Snappers set up a grand stand finish after normal time, with the
Pirates holding on to win this year’s premiership.
The Snappers made a great start with BraithLeigh Ireland scoring out wide in the fifth minute.
The Snappers muscled up in defence early to repel their goal line, before the Pirates opened their scoring in the 12th minute courtesy of James Greensmith running on to a kick.
The game was played predominantly in Port’s
attacking half for the first 20 minutes, with a penalty goal extending their lead to 10-5.
The Snappers responded straight away with Morgan French crossing in the 22nd minute after a beautiful sweeping play out wide.
An arm wrestle ensured for the rest of the second half as both sides struggled to add more points, before the visitors took the lead on the stroke of half-time
courtesy of an Aidan Laybutt try.
The Pirates came out all guns blazing to start the second half, as Laybutt scored his second try to give his side a 24-12 lead.
The Snappers started to gain the ascendancy and win the territory battle, as they had numerous attacking chances on their try line.
But the Pirates remained resolute, repelling a resurgent Snappers side time after time.
The Snappers were relentless in pursuit of the
Super Snappers teams take out titles
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Snappers sides have had a great grand final day after winning a haul of premierships as the Mid North Coast Rugby Union Northern Division season
came to a close.
Snappers’ sides won an impressive six premierships in front of a boisterous home crowd at Coffs Rugby Park.
The Coffs Harbour Snappers won the reserve grade premiership, winning
this year’s title by edging out the Port Macquarie Pirates 33-32 in a grand final thriller.
The Snappers women won this season's premiership, triumphing 22-12 at home against the Grafton Redmen.
much-needed try, but the Pirates defence was simply outstanding as the Snappers couldn't break through the wall of red as the visitors desperately defended their goal line.
A penalty goal to the visitors took the lead to 2712 with ten minutes to go.
The Snappers finally broke through with Peter Hammond crossing in the 77th minute, before a length of the field run from Daniele Yaya moments later cut the lead to just three, as the visitors held on for the premiership win.
The
Both the Snappers reserve grade and women’s sides successfully defended their premiership.
The Snappers Under 18s side won their season premiership beating the
Hastings Valley Vikings 177.
The Snappers triumphed 27-0 against the SCU Marlins to win the Under 16s premiership.
The Snappers won the
Under 16s Girls premiership after a 22-14 win against the SCU Marlins.
Snappers also won the Under 14s Girls premiership with a 41-5 win against the SCU Marlins.
q The Macksville Sea Eagles reserve grade side celebrate their premiership win.
q The Nambucca Roosters women celebrate their premiership win.
q The Coffs Harbour Snappers reserve grade side celebrate their premiership win.
q The Coffs Harbour Snappers women celebrate their premiership win.
q The Macksville Sea Eagles Under 18s celebrate their premiership win.
Park Beach Women's Bowls Club
By Anne ORR
PRESIDENT Secretary Day 3.9.25.
A McConnachy, A M Taylor, R Jupp def K Elliott, A Worboys, M Watts 20-13; B Bodel, J Alford, J Jones def F Gaunt, J Kennedy, L Loadsman 22-21; P Poulton, D Hargraves, B Johns def V
Park Beach Mens Bowling Club
By Todd BROWN
OPEN Triples Tuesday 2 September 2025
T Brown, J Clarke, S Jones d A Stone, J Kennedy, P Lilley 24 - 19
J Jones, R Demico, D Francis, B Jones d J Simmonds, S Sharp, K Sharp, R Alford 20 - 12
J McLeod, C Keogh, D Hull d J Barker, R Coffey, R Douglas 20 - 16
M England, E Kidd, C England
Sawtell Bowls Results
By Geoff HAMPSON
MONDAY Afternoon Bowls
1/9/25
C Veerhuis, R Hampson, C Christian DEF T Wright, L Read, L Mitchell
R Avery, J Cherne, D Ryan DEF R Avery, B Tremayne, P Roach
E Kochma, H Dodd, G Hinsley DEF J Chapman, L Kratz,, B Eden
G Davidson, N Elford, G Hampson DEF K Mason, S Kennedy, B Connors
Maher, E Kidd, J Slater 19-14; M England, K Dunn, J Farrell def M Webb, J Stirton, J Woodford 19-18; J Rodwell, D Futcher, J Pearce-Kennedy def C Treharne, C Domjahn, J Clarke 24-19; P Garner, C Venturi, B Fane def N Barker, L Clancy, S Willis 20-14; M Gudgeon, L Mitchell, S Hancock def S Betts, S Wilson, Y Schmidt 21-15. Social Bowls Friday 5.9.25. P Poulton, E Kidd def K Elliott, J Farrell 19-16;
d S Ward, K Elliott, G Hinsley 25 - 15
W Moore, R Oakley, L Morris
d C Weatherall, J Woodford, M Monck 24 - 13
G Kindred, P Lawrence, S Bailey, D Walsh d K Bienefelt, AM Taylor, G Brewis 17 - 13
H Major, B Garner, D Garner
d D Powell, B Swan, K Morrison 20 - 19
P Booth, M Berube, J Dunn d Tom L, R Lane, G Stanford 16 - 15 W Grimshaw, J Robinson, C Jones d S Coulten, A McKee, T
No results received WEDNESDAY Men’s Social Bowls 3/9/25
E Nicolaou, G Burns, B Fitzpatrick DEF G Peel, T Mitchell, L Preston
N McClelland, J Urge, A Sorbello DEF N Kotrozos, P Swain, J Tainsh
N Stahlhut, W Vaughn, J Townsend DEF B Martin, R Williams, P Collins
C Christian, D Wheeler, M Aujard DEF A Jones, M Gibbons, W Kellam
R McLelland, G Hitchen, S Wilkinson DEF G Campbell, G Hinsley, B Newling
NTP 12th Gary Tolhurst
NTP 15th. Ron Strauch
Putting Greg Heidke 14
From last weeks rooster to this weeks feather duster, Dick Cooper took out the NAGA with a 45 & Michael Skipper got the Frog with 23 putts.
Hopefully the fine weather will bring back those that have been
SPORT RESULTS
V Slater, R Oakley def K Dunn, L Loadsman 23-19; R Coffey, S Bailey def M England, C England 18-9; G Duffey, D Lindner def J Jones, B Jones 21-18; F Gaunt, B Edwards def J Simmons, J Slater 16-12; D Futcher, R Lane def A Orr, R Holloway 20-17; C Venturi, L Clancy def B Rebelt, M Wren 22-9; Y Hinsley, G Hinsley def A Stone, C Keogh 26-10; M Cutts, J Murtas def D Hargraves, Y Schmidt 20-14.
Wisley 32 – 10
R Aitken, C Domjahn, B Johns d B Worboys, M Cutts, J Murtas 27 - 9
D Catling, R Wisley, M Star d G Williams, R Jupp, A Campbell 19 - 12
A Worboys, S Crawford, G Power d M Finn, S Macca, D Wilson 23 - 14
Triples Thursday 4 September 2025
J.E, G Colman, J Swan d C Brian, C Weatherall, T Erskine 32 - 10 M Hope, G McAnerny, M Hodge
P Roach, P Covington, W Meadows DEDF N Wong, E Mein, J Richardson
R Mitchell, D Isaacs, P Cook DEF J Chapman, G Hampson, A Robertson
B Pamberton, A Vivian, P Warby DEF W Hall, D Anderson, A Berry
I Muller, L Zecchinati, D Finlayson DEF T Brooks, R Cridge, G Dennis
P Paunovic, K Sharman, A Wagstaff DEF R Smithers, S Shaw, R Petterson
G Fisher, S Sillar Frost DEF T Lavell, P Weir, B Biddle
THURSDAY 4/9/25 Ladies
hibernating, numbers are down, mainly due to illness & constant rain.
Don’t turn up on the 15th. as the greens are being cored. Return to the back 9 on 22nd.
MONDAY 1st. September 17
starters
Winner Dick Cooper 27 R/U c/b Michael Skipper
d P Woodsell, L Morris, P Toy 16 - 13
D Catling, B Trotman, B Garner
d B Worboys, M Finn, D Garner 22 - 17
G Brewis, T Cooper, G Stanford
d W Grimshaw, J Robinson, R Kelly 21 - 14
S Kindred, J Kindred, G Kindred d P Wirth, D Burridge, M McCabe 20 - 16
N Dean, R Host, J Bishop d R Felton, H Major, G Hinsley 21 - 20
G Williams, M Buttler, R Beaumont, A Campbell d C
Pairs Semi Finals
N Foy K Lewis DEF M Baguley, C Irvine
E Tindall, D Grebert DEF T Karam, M Friend
Final to be played 11/9/25
FRIDAY Mixed Social Bowls
5/9/25
P Covington, S Sillar, D Frost
DEF R Avery, K Stirling, A Sorbello
B Hamilton, P Swain, A Wagstaff DEF S Fleming, A Partner, R Moore
K Sharman, C Christian, A Berry DEF W Kellam, M Gibbons, A Jones
E Tindall, J Grebert, D Grebert
DEF T Brooks, G Dennis, A Taylor
2nd. R/U Sue Kempnich 28 NTP 4th. Ray Willing Sue Kempnich NTP 7th. Bob Fairclough Sue Kempnich NTP 9th. Gary Tolhurst Di Richards Putting Roger Castley 15 In an incredible run of success,
Williamson, L Goodacre, S Jones, W Moore 26 - 12
G Meyer, B Swan, S Bailey d G Spies, J Lowndes, N Spies 30 - 12
D Hull, D Wilson, R Douglas d T McLean, B Edwards, R Harris 25 - 23
J McLeod, G Wallace, P Newman d P North, P Booth, J Dunn 21 - 15
K Johnson, C Hansen, K Morrison d C Lloyd, D Powell, P Rambow 34 - 16
R Heinrich, B Jones, M Berube d G Power, R Aitken, J Long 26 - 22
N Wong, D Anderson DEF C Weir, P Weir
J Fleming, A Biddle, W Meadows DEF K Lowry, F Sharpe, L Feltrin
G Staunton-Latimer, J Richie, B Fitzpatrick DEF T Lavelle, D Holland, B Blight
J Urge, L Preston, T Karam DEF N Kotrozos, R Williams, J Townsend
J Chapman, R Flynn DEF H Muir, M Sharpe
J Peel. G Peel, G Burns DDF K Lewis, P Roach, N Foy
P Paunovic, G Hampson, D Ryan DEF J Brown, J Smithers, R Morris
Gary Tolhurst took out his 3rd. consecutive NAGA! Could he get a 4th?
Ray Willing got the only birdie on the first. Michael Skipper got the Frog with 21 putts.
There will be no golf on 15th.as the greens are getting cored. Dick took the Ground Earth voucher for his win, one of our sponsors.
q Nett winners - John Anselmi, Arthur Hassett, Brett Bosbach.
Warren Rawlings.
Sawtell RSL Snooker
Gross Dennis Holmstrom B Grade Nett
John Anselmi
Gross Warren Rawlings A Grade Nett
Arthur Hassett
q Debbie Doyle - Winner of Minor Consistency. q Mandi Monck - Winner of Major Consistency.
q Gross winners - Dennis Holmstrom, Kim Michelsen,
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Fermount Fire Station
Ray White Real Estate
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CEX Woolgoolga Social Lawn Bowls
By Sue BRACHER
TUESDAY 2/9/2025 (pairs) Rink 2:
N Wood, R Bennell (D) R Thourton, Roz. Rink 3: M Hopes, J Wilcox (D) G Marsh, R March. Rink 4: J Hurrell, D Barnard (D) S Oliver, S Watt. Rink
5: T McKenzie, P Buck (D) A Plain, B Merchant. Rink 6: D Washfold, S Dodd
Coffs Table Tennis Results
By Margaret ILES
FRIDAY 5th September, 2025 Division 1 Paul Hendriks d George Ruaporo 3/0, King McKie d Bo Zhang 3/1, King McKie d George Ruaporo 3/1, Paul Hendriks d Bo Zhang 3/1, Paul Hendriks d King
Coffs Harbour Ladies Golf
By Leah RAY
TUESDAY 2nd SEPTEMBER 4BBB
STABLEFORD OVERALL WINNERS
1. Sue Flanders & Jennifer Blake 26 (CB) 2. Emma Mayfield-Smith & Denise Turnbull 26 NTPs - 12th hole - Marilyn Waterhouse, Lisa
Coffs Harbour District Darts
BBy Ray BEASLEY
SAWTELL RSL Club Winter Comp Monday 1 September
Bad Habbits def Thunderstruck 5-4
DILLIGAF def Surgical Steel 6-3 Warriors def Who Darted 5-4
Coffs Harbour District Darts
By Ray BEASLEY
COFFS Harbour District Darts at Sawtell RSL Club Winter Comp
Monday 8 September Warriors def Fluke Shots 6-3 Who Darted tied Surgical Steel 4-4
Mid North Coast Veteran Golfers Association
By Colin CUTT
TUESDAY, 2nd September, 56 MNC Veteran golfers competed in
Coffs Harbour Golf Club Results Monday Vets
By Vicki SILVER
FABULOUS field of 54 members and visitors today for a 4BBB in brilliant sunshine.
Sawtell Golf Results
By Janet O’DOWD
2/9 MEDLEY Stableford A: Max Neal 40, Alan Wallis 37c/b. B: Allan Robertson 37, Dieder Galas 36c/b. C: Col O'Connor 38, Dennis Ryan 37. Balls to 32c/b. NTP 7 B: Alistair Lane, C: Stephen
SPORT RESULTS
(D) C Nightingale, K Costelloe. Rink 7: P Diamond, P Cultriss, J Evan’s (D) R Shaw, B Martin P Wroe. Rink 12: L Walsh, G McInerney (D) M Lampert, C Latham. Rink 11: G Lane, S Barnard (D) W Rice, S Rice. Rink 12: R Gurber, A Wroe ( D) H Shultz J Taylor.
Rink 13: J McKellar, L Carroll (D) D Hodge, M Hodge. Wednesday 3/9/2025 ( Wanderers ) Rink 2: L Virag, K
McKie 3/0, Bo Zhang d George Ruaporo 3/1. WINNER: Paul Hendriks from King McKie. Division 2
Lulu Zhang d Terry Baker 3/0, Sharee Templeton d Nick Jankovic 3/2, Nick Jankovic d Terry Baker 3/1, Lulu Zhang d Sharee Templeton 3/2, Lulu Zhang d Nick Jankovic 3/0, Terry Baker d Sharee Templeton 3/2. WINNER: Lulu Zhang from Sharee Templeton.
Mortlock, 15th - Karen Webster, Lisa Mortlock WEDNESDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER STROKE STABLEFORD GOLF NSW ROUND 5 A GRADE
a single stableford at Dorrigo Golf Course, in ideal golfing conditions. The course was in excellent condition.
Winners:
A Grade: Steve Robinson 39, 1st runner-up Robert Potts 36,
The winners with 24 points
Jenny & Stuart Malouf
Followed by Marilyn Waterhouse & Chris Oddy 22 c/b
Third:
Anne & John Ericsson 22 c/b
Fourth:
Thompson. NTP 11 A: Lochie
Smith, B: Jeffrey Vanderwyk, C: Craig Black (pro pin)
3/9 4BBB Stroke Paula Sercombe & Elaine Everitt 62, Chris Veerhuis & Kerry Humphreys 64, Karen Wilson & Gaye Hardcastle 65. Balls to 67. NTP 3 3: Bronwyn Nicholson, NTP 11 1: Georgia Perkins, 2:
Costelloe, N Wills (D) G Lane
B Pwored, P Jones. Rink 3: Mitise, J Corbett, K Branch (D) C Nightingale, A Corkiett, P Hatton. Rink 4: S Oliver, I Brien, G Burgess (D) C Williams, A Carrolll, J Evan’s. Rink 5: Bear, R Pillon, D Mason (D) J Taylor, K Dunstone, R Rennie. Rink 6: G Martin, J Lynn, P Diamond (D) G Woolley, S Ferro, L Peterson. Friday 5/9/2025 (2.4.2) Rink: 3 J Taylor, P Buck (D) G Marsh, R
Division 3 Dominic Arjona d Aiden Haigh 3/1, Char Berglund d Patrick Howard 3/1, Dominic Arjona d Patrick Howard 3/1, Char Berglund d Aiden Haigh 3/1, Patrick Howard d Aiden Haigh 3/1, Dominic Arjona d Char Berglund 3/1. WINNER: Dominic Arjona from Char Berglund.
Division 4 Callum Bicknell d Coby Smith
28 putts SINGLE STABLEFORD SIDE COMP A GRADE WINNER - Karen Brown - 36, B GRADE WNNER - Joan Levingston - 38 C GRADE WINNERJean O’Connor - 37 (CB) NTPs - 3rd hole - Karen Brown, Gloria Thomas, Heather Watkins, Jennifer Blake 6th - Vicki Silver, Judi Isles, 22ndGreer Galloway, Sue McLean, Maria Sanford 26th - Gayle Jones, Denise
Reg (1)
Ricky (1)
Rob Ho (2)
Sam (1)
Steve (1)
Trevor (1) Will (1)
High pegs
Craig S (60)
Garry (67)
Ray (54)
Reg (86)
Edward (1)
Garry (2)
Kevin (2)
Kurt (1)
Paul (2)
Peter (3)
Reg (2)
Ricky (4)
Rob Ho (4)
Sam (3)
Trevor (2)
Will (1)
High pegs
2nd runner-up Steve McNeil 35, 3rd runner-up Rod Edwards 34 c/b.
B grade: Winner – Maria Sanford 37 c/b, 1st runner-up
Michael Bleakley 37, 2nd runnerup Ron Miller 34, 3rd runner-up
Mark Cooney & Caroline Whitelegge 22. Ball Comp to 21
Joan Levingston & Betty Lyne 21 c/b
Ken Barber & Carlene Bath 21 c/b
Anne King-Scott & Lin Kildea
Marsh. Rink 4: H Shultz, R Bennell (D) J Corkett, A Corkett. Rink 5: D Washfold, L Walsh (D) B Martin, P Cottries. Rink 6: J Burgess, P Diamond (D) W Rice, S Barnard. Rink 7: J Lynn, S Oliver (D) G Lane, G Martin. Rink 10: I Coltman R Shaw (D) J McKellar, L Carroll. Rink 11: B Rennie, G Pallister (D) J Morgan, S Morgan. Rink 12: R Gurber, B Merchant ( D) L Walsh, N Wood. Rink 13: S Rice, D Barnard (D) A Plain, B Turner.
3/0, Axyl Versfeld d Cruz Versfeld 3/0, Xavier Campbell d Coby Smith 3/0, Cruz Versfeld d Callum Bicknell 3/1, Xavier Campbell d Cruz Versfeld 3/1, Axyl Versfeld d Callum Bicknell 3/1, Xavier Campbell d Axyl Versfeld 3/1, Cruz Versfeld d Coby Smith 3/2, Xavier Campbell d Callum Bicknell 3/1, Axyl Versfeld d Coby Smith 3/0. WINNER: Xavier Campbell from Axyl Versfeld.
Kaiser, Elizabeth Brown SATURDAY 6th SEPTEMBER OVERALL WINNERS SINGLE STABLEFORD WESTLAKES 1. Suzanne McOrist 34 (CB), 2. Jos Mitchell 34 SINGLE STABLEFORD LAKES 1. Ada Lynch 38, 2. Meryl Fisher 36 NTPs - 3rd hole - Karen Brown, 12th - Ada Lynch, 15th - Ada Lynch, 22ndTrish Nance, 28th - Sharon Whitwam
Ricky (84)
Bull pegs
Garry (1)
Leader Board
DILLIGAF 52
Bad Habbits 50
Bull Finish 45
Fluke Shots 43
Warriors 42
Surgical Steel 37
Thunderstruck 30 Who Darted 20
Dean (68)
Peter (55)
Ricky (65)
Trevor (66)
Leader Board
DILLIGAF 58
Bad Habbits 53
Bull Finish 50
Warriors 48
Fluke Shots 46
Surgical Steel 41
Thunderstruck 34
Who Darted 24
Digger Guest 32 c/b. NTP’s: 2/11 Cos Osland, 4/13 Uri Ylinen, 6/15 Dennis Hardgrove, 7/16 Cormac McMullan.
Long putt – Ken Graham. Ball run to 32 pts.
21 c/b
Grazzi Toscan & Shirley Willis 21.
Nearest the Pins: 3rd Ruth Ryan & a chip-in by Grazzi Toscan 6th Trish Mackay & Garry Silver Next week is single stableford.
Kerry Humphreys. Pro pin 7
Linda Rankin
4/9 Play 9 Bryan Symes 21, David Knudsen 20. Balls to 18 5/9 Medley Stableford John Gordon 40
6/9 American Foursomes
Asttan Hope & Paul Hope 66.5, Luke France & Michael Kenny 67, Aaron Carroll & Marc Carroll
67.875. Balls to 71.5. NTP 7 A: Andrew Dent, B: Chris Ryan, C: Mark Mason (pro pin). NTP 11 A: Michael Kelly, B: Sam Waetford, C: Cyanlee Manlupig
Passed away peacefully at home on 4th September 2025. Dearly beloved wife of Rolf snr. (dec’d), loving mother of Rolf and Richard, Grossmami of Lillian, Eleni and Samuel. Great grandmother of Spencer and Miles. Gotte of Damian, sister of Erika.
Aged 90 years
Auf Wiedersehen
A celebration of Annemarie’s life will be held at 50 Mastracolas Road, Friday 12th September commencing at 2pm.
Family and friends are invited to honour Annemarie, remember the good times and share our united grief and love for this special woman.
Annemarie was privately cremated.
In the caring hands of ALLIED FUNERAL HOME 124
Coffs Harbour Ph: 6651 2363
Garry Hardcastle
7th September 2025
Passed away at Coffs Harbour Health Campus. Late of Sawtell, formerly of Goulburn. Much loved dad of Adam, Craig and Amy. Treasured Poppy to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Aged 71 years
Gone Golfing
Respecting Garry’s wishes, he was privately cremated. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, 11th October 2025 at Sawtell Golf Club from 12pm.
VICTOR RULLIS
FUNERAL SERVICES
(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
‘Jen’
2nd August 2025
Passed away unexpectedly. Dearly loved daughter of Doreen and Basil Griffin (both dec). Sister and sister-in-law of Peter & Michele Griffin and Leonie Kennedy. Much loved Aunty of Kim & Ben, Tara, Guy & Alysha and Great Aunty of Audrey, Matilda and Eliza.
Aged 73 Years
Sewing and Cooking up a storm With the Angels.
Jen was privately cremated at Coffs Harbour Crematorium & Memorial Gardens – Karangi.
VICTOR RULLIS FUNERAL SERVICES
(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
HARDMAN Bryan Leslie
5th September 2025, peacefully at Bellinger River District Hospital, late of Urunga. Dearly beloved husband of Kitty. Loving father and father-in-law of Letitia & Peter Ridley (dec’d). Nicole Burgess and Jason. Cherished grandfather of Alex, Danielle & Nic, Aleisha & Mark and Maxwell. Adored great-grandfather of Mia, Jensen, Scarlett and Pepino.
Aged 86 Years
Sadly Missed
Bryan was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
HINES
James Edward ‘Jim’
5th September 2025, passed peacefully surrounded by his family, late of Woolgoolga. Dearly beloved husband of Helen (dec’d). Loved father and father-in-law of Penny, Anthony, Libby & Dave, Michael & Karen and Tim. Adored grandfather and great-grandfather of their families.
In His 100th Year
Reunited With Helen Forever In Our Hearts
Jim’s Funeral Service was held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Thursday 11th September 2025.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
MORAN, John Thomas
1st September 2025, passed away peacefully at Shoreline Aged Care Facility, Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved husband of Rita. Loving father and father-in-law of Rodney & Joanne. Adored ‘Pop John’ of Ryan and Luke. Cherished great-grandpop of Elanor and Olivia. Fond brother, brother-inlaw, uncle and friend to many.
Aged 90 Years
A Beautiful Man
John’s Private Family Requiem Mass was celebrated in St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Coffs Harbour on Wednesday 10th September 2025, followed by private cremation at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
PHILLIPS
Valerie Joan ‘Val’
5th September 2025, peacefully at Bellinger River District Hospital, late of Sawtell. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Jon Ferguson & Terahn and Becky & Brett. Cherished grandmother of Asha, Solomon, Bellamy and Finbar. Dear sister of Paul, Philip (dec’d) and Ian. Fond auntie of Rachel and Beth.
Aged 83 Years
A Wonderful Friend To Many
Val was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
Jennifer Margaret Griffin
Kim Narelle
2nd September 2025, passed away peacefully at home on her farm, late of Upper Orara. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Emily and Ben & Natasha. Cherished grandma of Hailey, Zaharin, Azyiah and Sharvarion. Dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty of their families.
Aged 71 Years Forever In Our Hearts And Greatly Missed
Kim was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
Coffs Coast News Of
GLEESON
Mary Therese
6th September 2025, peacefully at St. Joseph’s Aged Care. Late of Coffs Harbour, formerly of the Central Coast. Loving aunty of the Gleeson family. Cherished sister of John, Kevin, Greg and Brian (all dec’d).
Aged 98 Years
‘Let Us Do All We Can To Serve God’ Sisters Of Saint Joseph
MAIDENS, Peter
7th September 2025, passed away peacefully at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Raleigh. Dearly beloved husband of Joyce (dec’d). Much loved father and father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Fond brother of John and Tony.
Aged 86 Years
Reunited With Joyce
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Peter’s Funeral Service to be held in LifeHouse Church Urunga, (Uniting Building), 45 Bonville Street Urunga on Monday 15th September 2025 commencing at 10.00 am, thence for interment in Urunga Cemetery, Urunga.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Mary’s Requiem Mass to be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Coffs Harbour on Wednesday 17th September 2025 commencing at 2.00 pm, followed by private cremation at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour. KEITH
3rd September 2025, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Late of Bonville. Beloved wife of Ken (dec’d). Loving mother of Clayton (dec’d) & Debra, Bryce & Meredith, Yvette, Jim and much loved nan of Melanie, Luke, Hayden, Harley, Lachlan, Keely and her great-grandchildren.
Aged 90 Years
Reunited With Ken
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Barbara’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Monday 15th September 2025 commencing at 1.00 pm.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
LOADER
Melissa May
6th September 2025, passed peacefully, late of Coffs Harbour. Loving mother of Sandee and Michael. Wise, kind and loved grandmother of Jacob. Truly loved by her sisters, brothers, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Aged 79 Years
The Soul Is Eternal I Am Now Free
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Melissa’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Friday 19th September 2025 commencing at 11.30am.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
WRIGHT
Kerry Anne ‘Kez’
29th August 2025, passed away at home, late of Bonville. Loving mother of Darcy and Bailey. Cherished daughter, sister and aunty of their families.
Aged 60 Years Forever In Our Hearts
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Kez’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Thursday 18th September 2025 commencing at 1.00 pm
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
SMITH
John Malcolm
4th September 2025, passed away peacefully in the care of the dedicated staff at St. Joseph’s Aged Care, Coffs Harbour. Late of Coffs Harbour. Loved husband of Bernadette. Much loved father of Vanessa. Cherished grandfather of Linden, Elissa and great-grandfather of Gwendolyn, who bought joy to his family in later years. Dear brother and uncle of Kay, Robert, Barry and their extended families.
John was a lifelong supporter of local community organisations such as blind bowls, and in his younger days was passionate about rugby league, tennis and swimming. In later years, he enjoyed snooker, carpet bowls and dancing.
Aged 80 Years
John Will Be Fondly Remembered By All Who Knew And Loved Him
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a Celebration of John’s Life to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Thursday 18th September 2025 commencing at 11.30 am.
Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
Funeral Notices
LOCALCLASSIFIEDS
In Memory
Scott William Cayirylys ‘Scotty’ 13.09.1970 - 11.09.2016
No longer in our lives to share, but in our hearts, you are always there. Forever loved and missed by your family and friends. e120925
PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE AN EXISTING MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION ON EXISTING MONOPOLE AT BOAMBEE
1. Optus is proposing to upgrade an existing mobile phone base station on existing monopole at 83 Middle Boambee Road, Boambee NSW 2450 (S2407 Boambee)
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The Woolgoolga Neighbourhood Centre Inc will hold AGM on 2 October 2025, 35 Beach Street, Woolgoolga. Interested members of the community are cordially invited to attend.
Position Vacant
FULL-TIME TRAVEL CONSULTANT
Experienced travel consultant required for busy, award-winning leisure & corporate travel agency located in Coffs Harbour. Minimum 2 years’ experience desirable with proven sales record, Galileo CRS preferred.
Please submit written application and resume by Friday 30 September 2025 to: The Manager Helloworld Travel Coffs Harbour coffsharbour@helloworld.com.au Ph 02 6652 6766
COFFEE Table, Brass w/ Carrara Marble Top 1400l x 600w x 500h $450. 0448 802 146
COMPOUND Bow Hoyt, 28lb pull, arrows Hoyt case, release device, quiver, good condition, $300 ono 0415 669 378
DINING table, pine, 6 matching pine chairs with cream cushions Good condition, photos available. $350 ono 0415 669 378 e120925
FILING Cabinet, steel 3 drawer, w/- ezy glide susp., files, approx. 30. 450 W x 630 x 1.03 H, $40 ono 0415 669 378
FUTON, pine with blue cloth mattress, 2.0L x 0.9W x 0.8H. Matching adjustable lounge chairs blue mattress, total $320 ono. Good condition, photo available. 0415 669 378
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OXYACETYLENE kit, full. All accessories + arc welder and rods. $600 ono 0448 940 891 e260925
PAIR of lovely jacquared fabric vintage-style footrest 60cm x 40cmx 30cm H $35 each Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119
PEAK ellipse rollator safewok load 1150kgs only 6mth old As New $95 Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119
STOOL seats. Variety size, type and colour. $30 6652 3791
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TABLE Tennis table w/ new fittings $80 0458 041 772
TARGET bow, recurve Ragim - Italy, arrows glove, bow string, good condition $180 ono 0415 669 378
TENT Coleman, code 1271446, 4P, fully fly, unused in box, $220 ono 0415 669 378
TOOL Box RHINO Alumin., lockable, 780 L x 350 H x 300H, Boiler Plate Pattern, $60 0415 669 378
only two years old. Supplied with full annex, plenty of cabinet space and washing machine plus more! $65,000 ono Coffs Harbour 0408 206 353 or 0402 775 150
PORCELAIN biscuit jar (8in high) with cream and jam pots, tea strainer and small flat teaspoon holder. $35 0400 641 561
PUPPY grooming table. 90cm x 60cm x 77cm H. Never used. $75 Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119
HISENSE 578L sideby-side refrigerator with cold water dispenser. Own tank, no plumbing req. 1790H x 900W x 700D. As new condition $900. 0412 081 950
PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE FIVE EXISTING MOBILE PHONE BASE STATIONS
1. Optus is proposing to upgrade five existing mobile phone base stations as below:
• S1263 Woolgoolga Central: a monopole at 15-17 Beach Street, Woolgoolga NSW 2456, www.rfnsa.com.au/2456010
• S2323 Bonville: a monopole at 16 Bonville Station Road, Bonville NSW 2450, www.rfnsa.com.au/2450042
2. In summary, this upgrade will comprise of: S1263 Woolgoolga Central: Removal of three (3) existing panel antennas, Installation of six (6) new antennas, Installation of temporary antennas to be used during construction and Installation and relocation of ancillary equipment.
• S2323 Bonville: Removal of three (3) existing panel antennas, Installation of three (3) new antennas, Installation of temporary antennas to be used during construction and Installation and relocation of ancillary equipment.
3. We invite you to provide your feedback or request further information by contacting us at: at Wannan Bao, Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065. We will accept submissions until 5pm on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
4. For more information about the proposals, please visit the RFNSA website at www.rfnsa.com.au by using the direct links provided above.
BED frame, Queen pine legs (5) and particle board sheeting. Pine bookcase bed head Photos available. $90 ono 0415 669 378
BOOKCASES (2), pine 1.0 W x 0.3 D x 1.83 H good condition, $50 each ono, photos available. 0415 669 378
SOUND Bar 2.0.2 CH 120W Dolby ATMOS 12 months old with 2 built in subwoofers. Price $100 Ph 0412 081 950
80cm (32”) + DVD player $100 0491 035 704 f180725
WALL Heater, plug in Two settings, RC inc $50. 0409 339 744
YAMAHA EF2000is Generator, new condition $1,200 ph 0402 390 057
3.4m Savage with trailer rego, 6HP and electric swivel seats, cover
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MID century tray mobile. 3 bottle holders in excellent condition. $95 Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119
STAMPS date back to 1900 and prior. First Day Covers unopened 19612004. Offers. Ph Wyn 0417 969 322
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SATURDAY
ATHLETICS
SBS, 9.30pm
Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout (pictured) is one of many talented Aussies with their eyes firmly on the prize as they chase glory at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Fresh off breaking the magical 10-second barrier for the 100m at a low-key school event in Queensland, the 17-year-old will make his long-awaited debut at a senior international event when he competes in his preferred 200m. Legendary commentator Bruce McAvaney is behind the mic once again to call all of the thrilling action.
FRIDAY, September 12
TUESDAY
TALKIN’ ‘BOUT YOUR GEN
TEN, 7.30pm
It’s on for young and (not so) old in this next-gen reboot of the popular comedy quiz. The baby boomers and gen alpha are out of contention here, with generations X, Y and Z duking it out in a pop culture battle for the ages. The hilarious Anne Edmonds (pictured) oversees (and occasionally causes) the mayhem as the trio of teams clash in a series of cheekily titled games and nostalgic trivia rounds sure to have viewers shouting at the screen. Rising star Anisa Nandaula leads the blindly confident “zoomers”, millennial Tommy Little plays it cool as gen Y captain and Dave Hughes ups the X factor for those aged 45-plus. Tuesday’s premiere welcomes Todd McKenney, Carrie Bickmore and Will Gibb to the chaos.
7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
Mastermind Australia. (R)
The Good Ship Murder. (PGv)
Dictator: The Hitler Interviews. (M) 9.25 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa) 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Catch Me A Killer. (MA15+as) 11.45 Pray For Blood. (Mal, R) 1.40 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.30 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 3.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
WEDNESDAY
THE GILDED AGE
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Adam Dovile share clever ideas to help save water in the home. 7.30 Football. AFL. First semi-final. Adelaide v Hawthorn. From Adelaide Oval. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews. 11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.45 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl, R) The competition heads to Adelaide.
1.20 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
TEN, 8.30pm
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes ventured across the pond for this epic drama following the clash between old and new money in 1880s New York.
The story begins when young Marian Brook (Louisa Jacobson, Meryl Streep’s youngest child) moves to the city after the death of her father to live with her wealthy aunts Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) and Ada Brook (Cynthia Nixon). In tonight’s second instalment, Marian receives a visit from her old lawyer Tom Raikes (Thomas Cocquerel). Also new to polite society, but for entirely different reasons, railroad tycoon George Russell (Morgan Spector) and his wife Bertha (Carrie Coon, pictured) take centre stage at a charity bazaar.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Second qualifying final. Melbourne Storm v Canterbury Bulldogs. 9.45 NRL Finals Post-Match. A post-match NRL wrap-up. 10.45 MOVIE: Analyze That. (2002, Mlsv, R) A mobster is placed in his therapist’s custody. Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro. 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)
Morning Programs. 9.05 The Nanny. 9.35 The Addams Family. 10.05 Bewitched. 10.35 Jeannie. 11.05 The West Wing. 12.05pm
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SATURDAY, September 13
TV (2)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky.
9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.
12.25 Beyond Paradise. (R) 1.25 Professor T. (Malv, R) 2.10 I, Jack Wright. (Mal, R)
2.55 The Larkins. (PG, R) 4.35 Would I Lie To You? (PG, R)
5.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Australian Story: Say My Name – Louisa Ioannidis Pt 2. (R)
6.30 Back Roads: Van Life Pt 2. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) A man is found in the centre of a crop circle.
8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) After the body of an unknown man is found in a theatre, DCI Barnaby and DS Winter investigate.
10.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) The truth of Isabelle’s investigation is revealed.
10.50 I, Jack Wright. (MA15+s, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6am Children’s Programs. 6.10pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.10 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Kids Baking Championship. (Final) 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 19. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point. (R) 2.05 Canary. (R) 2.15 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.15 2010 FIFA World Cup: The Media Circus. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 19. H’lights. 5.30 WW2 End Game. (Premiere)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys.
8.35 A Royal Residence: Hatfield House. Explores Hatfield House.
9.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 1. Evening session.
10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (PGaw, R)
11.20 Great Australian Walks. (R)
12.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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SUNDAY, September 14
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders.
10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.10 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (Final, PG, R) 5.15 Antiques Roadshow.
6.10 Britain’s Great Cathedrals. (Premiere)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Austin. (Final, PG)
8.00 The Family Next Door. (Final, Ml)
8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Ml) Sally’s legal challenge runs into trouble.
9.40 MOVIE: Goldstone. (2016, Malv, R) A detective uncovers a web of corruption. Aaron Pedersen.
11.30 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PGa, R)
12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Final) 8.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.05 Abbott Elementary. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. (PGal, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Preparing To Give. (PG, R) 4.00 Dylan Alcott Interviews. (PG, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 20. H’lights. 5.30 WW2 End Game.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Titanic: Secrets Of The Shipwreck. (PGav)
8.25 Titanic Revisited. (PG, R) 9.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 2. Evening session.
11.30 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. (PGl, R)
12.30 Hating Peter Tatchell. (MA15+a)
2.15 Women Who Rock. (Mls, R) 3.15 Secret Nazi Bases. (PGa, R)
4.55 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Wknd. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Crown Makybe Diva Stakes Day and The Run To The Rose Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Second semi-final. Brisbane Lions v Gold Coast Suns.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal, R) The competition continues in Logan, Queensland.
12.30 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
An uninvited guest attends the gala.
1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 NRLW Wrap. (PG) 12.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 11. Brisbane Broncos v North Queensland Cowboys. 1.45 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 11. Gold Coast Titans v Canberra Raiders. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Second elimination final. New Zealand Warriors v Penrith Panthers.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Rugby League. NRL. First elimination final. Cronulla Sharks v Sydney Roosters.
9.50 NRL Finals Post-Match.
10.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 1. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Quarter-final 2. Canada v Australia.
3.15 Innovation Nation. (R)
3.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG)
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6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Princess and Inca have had no luck. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) Paramedics are called to help a 92-year-old pinned under his mobility scooter. 9.40 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.40 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) 12.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) The team is called in to find a missing teen. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Behind Behani. (PGa, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 4.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGal) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.
9.00 7NEWS Spotlight.
10.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: Too Close For Comfort. (Malv, R) Authorities deal with a case of stalking.
11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. AirTouch 500 At The Bend. Highlights.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News.
7.00 The Block. (PGl) The teams are judged on their kitchens.
8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.40 Athletics. World Championships. Day 2. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
11.30 Mobsters: James Whitey Bulger. (Premiere, Madv)
12.30 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Fishing Australia. (R)
5.00 Today Early News.
5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.30 Watson. (PGa) Watson runs into an old friend of Sherlock’s when her son is admitted to UHOP for temporary paralysis. 9.30 FBI. (Mv, R) The team works to find a pregnant woman and the killer who took her hostage after a security guard is murdered. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
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MONDAY, September 15
TV (2)
6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R) 10.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 The Piano. (Final, PG, R) 3.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Curious Traveller. (R) 11.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 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 21. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes.
8.35 Portillo In The Pyrenees. (R)
9.30 Into South America With Nick Knowles. (PG, R)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Classified. (Malv)
11.40 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+s, R)
1.50 Blackport. (Ml, R) 2.50 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 3.40 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 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. (PGa) Justin calls Sonny out.
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) The team searches for a serial killer as Harper struggles with the aftermath following the attack.
10.00 S.W.A.T. (Mv) Street trains with Long Beach SWAT.
11.00 The Agenda Setters.
12.00 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 The Block. (PGl)
8.40 100% Footy. (M) 9.40 Athletics. World Championships. Day 3. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
11.30 Murder In The Family. (MA15+av, R)
12.30 Footy Classified. (Ml)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R)
Today Early News.
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Contraption Masters. 9.20 The Crystal Maze. 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.
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6am Lara.
Continued. (2019, PG, German) 7.00 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 8.40 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017, PG) 10.40 Motherhood. (2022, M, Japanese) 12.50pm Dating The Enemy. (1996, M) 2.50 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983) 4.50 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 6.30 The Chaperone. (2018, PG)
8.30 Barton Fink. (1991, M) 10.40 The Good German. (2006, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs.
TUESDAY, September 16
TV (2)
6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.15 Britain’s Great Cathedrals. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 I, Jack Wright. (Ml, R) 1.55 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent.
8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG) 9.00 PNG: The Road To Independence. (PG) 10.00 Back Roads. (PG, R)
10.30 News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.45 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.05 Whitlam: The Power And The Passion. (PG, R) 1.05 Grand Designs. (R) 1.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.10 Curious Traveller. (R) 11.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (Return, PG)
8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The World According To Kim Jong Un. (Mav, R)
11.30 Screw. (Mals)
1.20 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.10 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 3.10 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Athletics. World Championships. Day 4. Evening session. 11.30 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. (Premiere) 12.20am Bloodlands. 1.25 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better
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6am Where Is Anne Frank. Continued. (2021, PG) 7.10 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 8.50 The Chaperone. (2018, PG) 10.50 Marriage Italian Style. (1964, M, Italy) 12.45pm The Worst Ones. (2022, M, French) 2.35 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 4.25 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 6.15 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.30 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 10.35 I Want You Back. (2022, M) 12.45am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal)
10.10 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Alexis Sharkey. (Mav, R)
11.10 The Agenda Setters.
12.10 Pretty Hard Cases. (Premiere, Madsv)
1.10 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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Today. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) An icy challenge shows a different side to Ben. 8.35 Athletics. World Championships. Day 4. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan. 11.30 La Brea. (Mav, R) Lucas offers Veronica an unexpected strategy.
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WEDNESDAY, September 17
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Final) 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (PG)
8.30 DNA Journey. (PGa)
9.30 Code Of Silence. (MA15+)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 COBRA. (Malv)
11.40 Vigil. (Malv, R)
1.45 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.35 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 3.40 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (PG, R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 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. (PGa)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGal)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan chats with Chris Fagan.
10.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG)
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma)
12.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Morning Programs. 7.00 The Movie Show. 7.30 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 8.50 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 10.50 Barton Fink. (1991, M) 1pm I Want You Back. (2022, M) 3.10 Manganinnie. (1980, PG) 4.50 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 6.40 Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. (1990, PG) 8.30 O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000, M) 10.30 Juliet, Naked. (2018, M) 12.20am Late Programs. 6am Manganinnie. Continued. (1980, PG) 6.40 Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. (1990, PG) 8.30 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 10.20 On The Basis Of Sex. (2018, M) 12.30pm Juliet, Naked. (2018, M) 2.20 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 4.35 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 6.40 RBG. (2018, PG) 8.30 A Serious Man. (2009, M) 10.35 While We’re Young. (2014, M) 12.25am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGs) 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. 9.30 Why Bridges Collapse. (PG) A look at the Key Bridge collision. 10.45 What The Killer Did Next. (Mav, R) 11.45 Kick Ons. 12.15 Life. (Malsv, R)
Travel Oz. (R)
Home Shopping. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams prepare for inspections.
Athletics. World Championships. Day 5. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard.
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R)
DRAMA
DRAMA
By Mick BIRTLES
LAST year's Group 2 Premiers the Nambucca Roosters have done it again, defeating the Sawtell Panthers 14-2 in the 2025 First Grade Grand Final on Sunday.
Given their strong performance on and off the pitch in 2024, it was somewhat surprising that the Nambucca Heads-based club were slow out of the blocks in the 2025 season.
However, not unlike their Sydney namesake, the Roosters returned to form when it mattered most and now boast back-to-back Group 2 Premierships.
In front of a packed C.ex Coffs International Stadium and with everything to play
