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Residents ‘continue the fight’ against foreshore plans
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200 short stay units.
In September, Property and Development NSW (PDNSW) said the proposed residential development concerns a “small portion” of land, west of Jordan Esplanade.
Multi-level residential development remains a major concern of project detractors, and was the subject of a poll held at the September 2024 council elections.
A total of 33,161 people (68.68 percent) voted against any of the foreshore land being used for “multi-level private residential development”.
The poll however was unbinding, and has not deterred the State Government from its plans.
The newly appointed Council has also been more supportive of development than during the previous term, voting late last year to “request prioritisation of tourism accommodation over private residential in the Jetty Foreshores Precinct and to prioritise infrastructure upgrades and public realm improvements as the first priority.”
A rezoning proposal for the Jetty Foreshores precinct was submitted to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) at the end of March 2024.
An update on the rezoning is expected in early March 2025.
Foreshore for All, the community organisation leading the fight against residential development at the site, has pledged to “keep up the fight to retain the
foreshore land in public hands”.
“The messages from the throng of people was conveyed loudly along the beach as the crowd chanted to keep public land in public hands, parklands not penthouses, recreation land for recreation use,” the group said in a statement.
At the rally, councillors Amos, Judge and Cassell spoke of the obligation to fulfil the wishes of the community and to keep the land for much-needed recreational use as the local population grows.
Cr Amos, who was Mayor in the previous term of Council, said the development of residential accommodation would represent a missed opportunity to increase existing parkland.
“Once this land is gone, it is gone forever,” he said.
“We can never get it back and it will be a missed opportunity.
“We have to think beyond our generation.
“As our population grows we will need this recreational area to expand into,” said councillor Amos.
Councillor Judge tabled a successful motion at Council’s 13 February meeting to request Property and Development NSW formally display a 3D model of the proposed foreshore development during the next stage of community consultation.
“This is not simply just a battle about a piece of land, this is a battle about the soul of Coffs,” Mr Judge said.
“It’s not something the people are going to just drop.
“The people of Coffs Harbour will soon be asked to put forward submissions
relating to the rezoning of the land to facilitate the proposed development.
“The model would enable the community to get a better visual image of the size, scale and space the planned development will take up.”
Coffs Coast residents will have further opportunity to have their say when the rezoning proposal is put on public exhibition.
In September 2024, PDNSW released a media statement promising “no high-rise” and “enhanced open space” at the foreshore.
“There is no current application with DPHI, nor any future proposal, to introduce high-rise buildings into the landscape,” PDNSW Executive Director Vy Nguyen said at that time.
PDNSW say the proposed development would be consistent with local and regional plans, including the Local Environmental Plan (LEP) controls for land use and massing on the western side of the train line including the Jetty strip.
“The building heights proposed are from two to six storeys which is consistent with established buildings at the Coffs Jetty,” Ms Nguyen said.
Ms Nguyen also responded to concerns that open space would be compromised as part of the proposed development.
“We have committed to fulfilling the community’s desire to enhance the existing open spaces of the Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshore Precinct.
“We will also be delivering an additional two and a half football fields worth of improved, usable green space,” Ms Nguyen said.
Experiences of modern slavery
THE Woolgoolga branch of the Australian Labor Party has lodged a six-page submission with a Parliamentary Inquiry into modern slavery risks faced by temporary migrant workers in rural and regional NSW.
The submission was prompted by a 2024 report from the office of the NSW Anti-slavery Commissioner into the issue.
“The Anti-slavery Commissioner’s report found that low-wage temporary migrant workers face risks of debt bondage, deceptive recruiting, forced labour and, in extreme cases, servitude, sexual servitude or even human trafficking,” said Branch president Stephen Ottaway.
The report identified the Coffs Coast as an area of specific concern.
“This is not surprising given the large number of intensive horticultural enterprises in our backyard and their reliance on temporary migrant workers,” Mr Ottaway said.
“Our members were particularly concerned about what they knew was happening in our local area and we have been working on this submission for a couple of months.
“Attached to our submission were social media posts from the Woolgoolga area which confirmed that worker exploitation was common and that a lot of people were concerned about what was happening locally,” he said.
The branch identified that “substandard and overcrowded accommodation” provided to migrant workers was the most obvious form of exploitation, noting that workers were often too vulnerable to appeal to authorities or unions for help.
“Not only does overcrowding have a terrible effect on the workers, but it also puts unacceptable pressures on residents in the surrounding area,” Mr Ottaway said.
“Our members argued that the government should have enough inspectors to effectively regulate the industry and they wanted to see referrals of non-compliance to regulators,” he said.
“We also want to make sure that local communities have the resources available to deal with all the social impacts that result from migrant worker exploitation.
“The policy of tying visas to specific employers needs to be reconsidered so that workers can leave workplaces which are exploitative, unsuitable or dangerous without fear of reprisal.”
Online submissions to the inquiry close on 28 February 2025.
The Anti-slavery Commissioner’s report is titled “Be Our Guests: Addressing urgent modern slavery risks for temporary migrant workers in rural and regional New South Wales.
LEGACY ON ALBANY
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Acute Housing Program.
This crucial investment will enable Legacy to build transitional housing units at its facility at 94 Albany Street, Coffs Harbour.
The “Legacy on Albany” project aims to deliver twelve to fifteen transitional housing units, prioritising the requirements of families with children.
The project is designed to support those who are transitioning from homelessness, or other forms of displacement.
These units will provide safe, stable, and supportive environments, offering residents time and resources to rebuild their lives as they prepare for permanent housing.
“Legacy Coffs Coast is honoured and excited to be the recipients of one of the most significant grants awarded in the Coffs area for housing infrastructure development,” Coffs Coast Legacy Vice-President Rhod Cook told News Of The Area.
“We have been providing accommodation and supporting service to veterans, widows, and families and children of veterans for many years.
“As with all funds
sourced from the community, the benefits of this grant will be returned to our community, to serve veterans and others in need.
“Through the foresight of our predecessors, Legacy owns land on Albany Street, which will provide the site for this significant project.”
Mr Cook thanked personnel at the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) and Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan, “for their enormous vote of confidence in Legacy Coffs Coast”.
“I will always work to support and advocate for vital projects like Legacy on Albany in Coffs Harbour,” Mr Conaghan said.
“As well as Watson Place in Bellingen, and the upcoming Family and Community Centre in Kempsey, to help those more vulnerable in our communities have a safe and stable place to live."
The successful funding application reinforces Coffs Coast Legacy’s decadeslong commitment to affordable housing and welfare services.
q Coffs Coast Legacy Board of Directors members Trevor Williams, Deb Kuhn and Jeremy Nash at the site on Albany Street.
Clean-up hits Bello
THE Bellingen Greens will host a Clean Up Australia Day event on Sunday, 2 March at Maam Gaduying Park in Bellingen from 8.00am to 2.00pm. Clean Up Australia inspires and mobilises communities to improve and conserve the environment, eliminate litter and end waste.
The initiative began after avid sailor Ian Kiernan AO was shocked and disgusted by the pollution and rubbish that he continually encountered in the oceans of the world.
organisation is now recognised for its ability to deliver long-term, sustainable housing solutions.
Recently appointed as a Community Housing Provider under the NSW Housing Registrar, the
“Given the current severe shortage of affordable and suitable accommodation for veterans and their families
across the Coffs Coast we are delighted to have the prospect of meeting their needs,” said Coffs Coast Legacy President Patrick Magann.
“This is the first time Legacy across Australia has been successful in receiving a capital grant from DVA to
build accommodation for veterans and their families.”
The project represents the second-highest funded initiative in this VAHP round, highlighting the region’s housing crisis and the need for urgent action.
The project will be delivered in three phases:
Taking matters into his own hands, Ian organised a community event with the support of a committee of friends, including cofounder Kim McKay AO. Launched in 1990, more than 22 million Aussies have participated in Clean Up Australia activities and events over the past three decades.
development approvals and site planning (six months), construction (twelve to eighteen months) and occupancy and service rollout (three months after construction).
Man faces court over killing of Duncan Campbell
By Alex MITCHELL, AAP
MARK Andrew Nolan
faced Coffs Harbour Local Court last week, accused of killing father-of-five Duncan Campbell with a metal pole.
Mr Campbell was last seen at Coffs Harbour on February 4, 2024.
Eight days after his disappearance, the-58-yearold's decomposing body was found in bushland on the city's outskirts near a campsite where he was living.
Authorities announced a $500,000 reward for information to help solve the murder last Tuesday.
By early Wednesday afternoon, police had received tip-offs from the public and had a man in handcuffs.
"We're pleased to say we did receive information, but we also have added to a very strong circumstantial case, which led to some really great detective work," Homicide Squad commander Danny Doherty said.
"We also were able to get and obtain direct evidence through covert strategies and techniques."
The 66-year-old accused killer deliberately targeted Mr Campbell and the pair knew each other before the attack, police said.
Both men were believed to be homeless.
Detectives allege Nolan bludgeoned Mr Campbell to death with a metal pole or bar on February 4 or 5, 2024.
The death was initially deemed not suspicious, but
medical evidence showed Mr Campbell was the victim of a "savage and brutal" attack, police said.
"We also allege it was a targeted attack on Duncan... it's a very brutal attack as well," Detective Superintendent Doherty said.
"The man we will allege committed the murder was also transient, sleeping rough as well, living in a van
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Nolan appeared at Coffs Harbour Local Court last Thursday and did not apply for bail.
He will remain behind bars until at least April, when he will be back in court.
Mr Campbell's daughter
Brittany previously expressed her grief at her father's loss.
"Living without dad and without knowing what happened to him, has been incredibly painful for my siblings and myself," she said.
Investigators described Mr Campbell as being someone who "wouldn't hurt a fly" and had fallen on hard times despite being loved by his large family.
q Duncan Campbell was a decent man who had fallen on hard times, police said. Photo: NSW POLICE.
q Nolan, 66, charged with the murder of Duncan Campbell, appeared in court last Thursday. Photo: NSW POLICE.
Forest campaigners to appeal criminal convictions
THREE forest campaigners have been convicted of a traffic obstruction offence relating to an incident at Billys Creek on the Dorrigo Plateau in early 2024.
Meredith Stanton, David Mcrae and Jane St Vincent Welch faced Coffs Harbour Local Court on Monday, 17 February, to fight on-the spot fines of $200 received while protesting on private land at an entrance to Clouds Creek State Forest, an area slated for logging by the Forestry Corporation of NSW.
The protesters obstructed Forestry Corporation vehicles entering the Horseshoe Fire Trail at Billys Creek in January 2024.
This location off the Armidale Road is the site of the ‘Glider Reviver’ vigil, where community members opposed to the logging of Clouds Creek have gathered every day for over a year to prevent the start of forestry operations.
The protest began on 8 January 2024, with a focus on the protection of koalas and
greater gliders living inside the proposed Great Koala National Park.
Magistrate Julia Virgo upheld the police-issued fines and imposed criminal convictions on each defendant.
The trio maintain their actions were non-violent.
One of the codefendants, Jane St Vincent Welch, has just released a documentary on the Clouds Creek vigil, and was filming for the project when she received her fine.
“I accept my fine but not
this criminal conviction as we are endeavouring to save and preserve rather than destroy this forest,” she said.
“I feel that it is unjust and out of proportion to our supposed ‘crime’.”
Another codefendant, Meredith Stanton, is the volunteer coordinator of the Blicks River Guardians and has led the campaign at Clouds Creek.
She was back protesting at Billys Creek a day after her
conviction.
“We believe the magistrate has erred in her judgement in this case,” Ms Stanton said.
“Standing up for nature is not a crime.”
She said the trio plans to appeal the criminal convictions in the District Court.
“We feel our peaceful public protest is a democratic right in this country.
“It would have been
Report calls for greater protection for labour hire workers
A NEW report from the McKell Institute has called for the Federal Government to expedite protections for labour hire workers in Australia’s horticulture sector.
The McKell Institute report has been commissioned by Woolworths and the Retail Supply Chain Alliance - an alliance of trade unions in the fresh food supply chain.
The report, “Licencing Labour Hire”, highlights the regulatory gaps in
the labour hire industry, with a focus on regional and seasonal farm work where workers reported wage theft by labour hire providers, poor working conditions and mistreatment.
It found 50 percent of labour hire workers in the sector earn less than $50,000 annually, with many being seasonal migrant workers with restrictive visa conditions.
“Low quality regulatory frameworks in the labour
hire industry have seen rogue operators take advantage of loopholes, exploit workers and undermine the industry,” said Edward Cavanough, CEO of the McKell Institute.
“We have even seen cases of ‘regulatory shopping’ where unscrupulous companies relocate to states with weaker licensing laws, such as Tasmania or New South Wales.
“We need better protections and stronger
enforcement mechanisms in place so these workers can go to work every day knowing they will be safe.
“While most providers operate ethically, a small but harmful group continues to exploit vulnerable workers.”
Mr Cavanough said the establishment of an industry regulator is “long overdue”.
“Farmers and horticulture businesses are being let down by a system that allows a handful of
bad actors to undermine the sector. This needs to change.”
Australian Workers’ Union Secretary Paul Farrow said the system is failing workers in terms of safety and fair wages.
“Too many dodgy labour hire outfits are able to easily circumvent our standards and rip off PALM workers who should be respected as guests in our country,” he said.
“The AWU has battled hard against wage theft and worker mistreatment in farms but we still have a long way to go.
simple to pay the $200 fine, avoiding a criminal record,” she said.
“But the issue of logging endangered species habitats is a matter of great public interest and defending our actions in a court of law, refusing to accept the destruction of local forests and standing up for nature against laws that criminalise public protest is a duty to our democratic society and all future generations.”
“We need a strong national regulator with real enforcement power, and we need it now.”
Key recommendations from the report include.
• A dedicated enforcement team for horticulture within the National Labour Hire Regulator;
• More sustainable funding for rural and regional enforcement, including workplace inspections;
• A national database to prevent rogue labour hire operators from re-entering the market;
• Regular audits and public reporting to improve transparency.
q Jane St Vincent Welch, David Mcrae and Meredith Stanton have been found guilty of traffic obstruction charges.
q The trio were joined outside court by fellow forest campaigners.
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Coastal plan certified by Minister
q The CMP provides a long-term strategic approach to managing the Shire’s 10-kilometre coastline, the Bellinger and Kalang River systems, and several intermittently closed and open lakes and lagoons.
THE Bellingen Shire Coastal Management Program (CMP) has been certified by Environment Minister Penny Sharpe, allowing Council to push forward with their plan for coastal protection.
Council will now proceed with the formal gazettal of the CMP, ensuring its integration into the statutory planning framework and enabling the implementation of key coastal management initiatives.
The CMP provides a long-term strategic approach to managing the Shire’s 10-kilometre coastline, the Bellinger and Kalang River systems, and several intermittently closed and open lakes and lagoons (ICOLLS).
The plan addresses critical environmental and cultural concerns, including Crown Land management, the protection of Gumbaynggirr cultural values, and securing funding for largescale coastal projects.
The Minister’s certification follows an extensive consultation process, with the Draft CMP publicly exhibited between 24 April and 26 May 2024.
“Feedback from community submissions has been incorporated into the final program, ensuring it reflects the values and priorities of the Bellingen Shire community,” Council said in a statement.
“Council’s endorsement of the CMP’s
gazettal will unlock funding opportunities through the Coastal Program, allowing for the delivery of key actions outlined in the plan.
“This aligns with Council’s commitment to protecting water catchments and ensuring sustainable coastal management for future generations.
“Council acknowledges the support of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water (DCCEEW), as well as State Agencies and stakeholders who have contributed to the CMP’s development.
“Their collaboration has been instrumental in achieving this significant milestone.”
Communities rally against youth crime
CLOSE to 700 Mid North Coast residents attended a National Party-led rally in Kempsey on Sunday, 23 February, calling for urgent action on regional crime.
The event was attended by NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders and a host of the party’s MPs, including Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan, Oxley MP Michael Kemp and Coffs Harbour MP Gurmesh Singh.
Local Mayors, NSW Police representatives, Indigenous leaders and security experts were also in attendance.
An additional rally was held in Armidale on Saturday, with further plans for an event in Moree on 1 March.
Mr Kemp said the rally sent a “loud and clear” message to the NSW Government.
“Our current laws
are failing, and we need real change to keep our communities safe,” Mr Kemp said.
The National Party is pushing for “strong and immediate legislative reform”, and announced plans to put forward a bill to “stop repeat serious youth offenders from holding regional communities to ransom”.
The bill will include changes to the bail act to stop courts granting bail to serious repeat offenders, changes to “doli incapax”, and amending the crimes sentencing procedure act to give more consideration to the harm that is caused to the victim.
Doli Incapax is a common law principle that presumes children aged 10-13 are incapable of criminal intent.
The Deputy Leader of the NSW Nationals, Gurmesh
Nationals’ approach, with Greens MLC Sue Higginson describing the rally as an example of “shortsighted, reactionary politics driven by fear”.
“The National Party as well as Labor Premier Chris Minns are driving community fear and division in a childish response to a very serious issue,” Ms Higginson said.
“We cannot allow the criminal laws of NSW to be a plaything for weak politicians who are baiting the electorate with scare tactics.
Singh, said the bill would offer a stronger solution than the bail laws introduced by Premier Chris Minns in 2024.
“Youth crime has been a massive issue for our community and the Minns Government’s narrow approach clearly isn’t doing anything to stop repeat youth offenders from carrying out crime sprees,” Mr Singh said.
“We are hearing more reports of home invasions, car thefts and assaults.
“Violent crime is becoming alarmingly common, and our residents and families are living in a constant state of panic and fear.
“People are completely fed up and are turning to these events and rallies as a last resort to try and have their voices heard.”
Not all agree with the
“Where young people are engaging in crime, it is intellectual dishonesty to
ignore the underlying causes of crime in favour of a political campaign of corflutes calling for putting more young people in prison and pushing increased rates of offending by those people throughout their lives.”
Ms Higginson said the Nationals’ approach to crime prevention ignores the data on youth offending.
“If we don’t listen to the actual evidence and we continue to put young people behind bars, we are turning what is a moral panic into a genuine crime spike into the future, remembering there is no real crime spike right now,
that youth crime is generally trending downwards.
“Any localised variations to this trend can and should be dealt with through local responses, such as police surges and more diversionary support and services.
“We should be emptying our youth prisons.
“If we take a bold and evidence based approach to supporting young people at risk of offending, we can actually reduce the rate of young people offending, and prevent them from reoffending as adults,” Ms Higginson said.
q National Party MPs from up and down the coast were in attendance.
q Oxley MP Michael Kemp and NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders. q Community members of all ages made their thoughts known.
q Residents from across the Mid North Coast turned out in numbers.
Tag World Cup coming to town
THE Tag World Cup will be held in Coffs Harbour from 15-18 October 2026.
“We are absolutely over the moon to host this internationally significant event which will see up to 30 countries compete,” City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki Williams said.
“This is the evolution of a mutually beneficial relationship between Australian Oztag and the City.
“We have the location, transport connections, playing fields and amenities to stage mass participation events, and the community and businesses benefit when organisations such as Australian Oztag choose us for their marquee events.”
Some 4,500 players and
officials are expected to attend.
That number is expected to total around 15,000 when families and general spectators are factored in.
“Tag World Cup action
at the International Stadium will be broadcast by KAYO, while we’ll be using more than 20 fields all up for the tournament including the grounds at the adjacent Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure
Park,” City Events, Sport and Cultural Services Group
Leader Karlene McKeown said.
“As well as all of the visitors and supporters from overseas we look forward to welcoming domestic fans looking to cheer for the Australia Tagaroos representatives.”
The Tag World Cup is played every three years and 2026 will be the third reincarnation of the event.
Coffs hosted the inaugural tournament in 2018, and
after a Covid-stall, Limerick, Ireland, set the stage in 2023.
Australian Oztag CEO Chris Cowan said some 200 teams are expected (18 players per side), staying six days on average in Coffs.
“It’s (the International
Stadium) a world-class facility and it’s the home of Oztag,” Mr Cowan said.
“We’ve never seen the ground look better and it’s a credit to the Council.”
By Andrea FERRARI
BOOKED out in three days, the Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival (BRWF) Schools Program is now running a waitlist.
In the week leading up to the June long weekend, the hugely popular schools program brings six acclaimed authors and playwrights into classrooms across four LGAs - Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Kempsey and Nambuccareaching more than 2500 primary and high school students.
This year, demand was stronger than in past years.
Bookings opened on 12 February and within just three days, 30 schools had booked every session.
Schools Program
Coordinator Rachel Young said, “We’re absolutely stunned by how fast it sold out.
“We’ve created a waitlist for any sessions that become available due to cancellation.”
Highly acclaimed and award-winning authors Felice
Mr Cowan said the Tag World Cup would include an Opening Ceremony, with overseas tournament entries anticipated from the likes of Great Britain, Ireland, New Zealand and the Pacific.
“We’ll bring that atmosphere into the community,” he said.
Readers and writers waitlist
Arena, Jacqueline Harvey, Jaclyn Moriarty, Favel Parrett, Solli Raphael and R. A. Spratt, will treat the students to book and poetry readings as well as a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be an author.
“Presentation topics such as creative writing, how to find story ideas and bring them to life and the art of developing characters and writing dialogue, will engage and delight young people and inspire them to try their hand at writing.
“Each captivating presentation is highly interactive and designed to make the creative process less intimidating and overwhelming.”
The festival organisers are now seeking an ongoing sponsor to help expand the program to reach even more eager students.
“While small government grants help, it’s still hard to cover the full costs,” Ms Young said.
“If any generous business can step in, we’d love to
hear from them through our website.
“The Schools Program is an incredible opportunity for students to meet and engage with renowned Australian authors in their own classrooms, sparking a love for reading and writing that can last a lifetime.”
The Festival’s 2025 main program launches on 10 April, with “early bird” discounts available until the end of April.
The Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival is an annual literary event held on the June long weekend. Its mission is to spark a love for storytelling, reading and writing among locals and visitors alike.
“You’ll find an eclectic mix of old-world charm and fresh, innovative voices, all wrapped up in the vibrant energy for which we’re famous."
The event includes free activities across the main festival and fringe, as well as the schools program.
q Action from the Oztag 2025 NSW State Championships.
q City of Coffs Harbour Events, Sport and Cultural Services Group Leader Karlene McKeown.
q Australian Oztag CEO Chris Cowan.
Coffs sailor sets off on round the world yacht race
By Andrea FERRARI
COFFS Harbour yachtsman
Eric Marsh, 71, crossed the start line in the McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR) on Sunday 23 February, setting out from Falmouth Harbour, Antigua.
The start gun was fired by a member of the National Sailing Academy, which is the official host of the MGR.
Eric is one of fifteen qualified solo sailors from eight countries attempting to race their 19ft/5.8m homemade plywood ALMA Globe 580 yachts, 26,000 nautical miles around the globe.
The MGR is a nod to John Guzzwell who sailed his 21ft
timber home-built yacht Trekka solo around the world in 1955.
It was the first “mini” to achieve the feat.
Eric, however, nearly didn’t get to the start line.
He ran into tough conditions on his journey to Antigua, taking 26 days instead of the planned fortnight.
“Eric only arrived [on Wednesday 19 February] after battling rough seas and wind on the nose sailing, which is very uncomfortable,” his wife Brenda told News Of The Area.
“What should have taken about fourteen days in
reasonable conditions took him 26 days of hard slog.
“He ran out of all comfort foods like chocolates and snacks.”
He made it safely however, and Mrs Marsh was very excited to see him arrive.
“Considering what he had endured he looked remarkably well and of course looking forward to a good feed.”
This meant he had only three days to prepare for the start of the race.
Minor repairs were needed, but the adventurous yachtsman had no hesitation in taking off again.
Eric had nothing but
praise for his tough little yacht, Sunbear, and was looking forward to sailing
q Eric Marsh, sailing Sunbear, struggled for 26 days in mostly 25-35kt headwinds and 3-4m seas, to get from America to Antigua. Photo: Don McIntyre/ MGR2025.
downwind for a change.
“He bounced back, eager to start.”
All fifteen sailors worked hard to make the start line.
One previously commanded an English Aircraft carrier, another swam the length of the UK and rowed the Atlantic, while another has run across the Sahara desert.
From Antigua, the MGR fleet sails directly to Panama, but instead of transiting the canal they will be trucked across to the Pacific side.
Then they sail across the Pacific for Fiji arriving in mid-June for a three-week
stopover before continuing the race across the top of Australia and then deep south to the Southern Ocean bound for Cape Town in South Africa.
After an extended Christmas break beside Table Mountain, it is up and across the South Atlantic to Recife in Brazil for the final stopover before heading home to Antigua.
The race is expected to take one year with the first boats expected back in March 2026.
The fleet can be followed on MGR Facebook and YouTube.
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q Coffs Harbour yachtsman Eric Marsh is among fifteen men and women racing solo around the world. Photo: Rob Havill/MGR2025.
q Coffs Harbour sailor Eric Marsh.
‘So amazing’: Camp Quality’s fun day for families
By Andrea FERRARI
CAMP Quality Family Fun
Day at Big Banana Fun Park last Sunday was hugely successful judging by the smiles, amount of laughter and tired kids at the end of the day.
The experience gives families facing cancer the opportunity to have a much needed break from the trauma of cancer, bringing laughter and positivity back into the lives of kids impacted by the disease.
Family camps result in a marked improvement in “family connection and adaptability” and help children feel less anxious and more confident.
The Payne family went to their first Camp Quality Family Fun Day at the Big Banana.
After having to pull out of a Family Fun Day last year due to illness, they were very happy to be able to attend on the weekend.
Son Bronson was diagnosed with leukaemia when he was four-years-old.
He is now six and has finished treatment and
started school.
Bronson’s mum Alicia, told News Of The Area, “Bronson’s favourite activity was the waterslides.
“A couple of years ago we went away while he was on treatment, and he wouldn’t even go on a onemetre waterslide.
“To get there on the day and watch him go down the fastest one, where he just made the cut off for the height, was so amazing.
“He was so proud of himself.
“We met new families, some of whom were a bit nervous, and I think they were really glad they had found Camp Quality.
“The kids all jump in and have fun together.”
Alicia said there were some parents that were saying that it was the first time their family had been out for a day, just for fun, in the longest time.
The Big Banana Fun Park has provided support to Camp Quality for more than fifteen years and last Sunday welcomed over 100 participants.
“The kids and their
parents enjoyed a day full of activities including riding on the giant slide, ice skating, tobogganing, the water park and mini golf, where they were able to relax, laugh and spend quality time
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together,” Camp Quality
volunteer Jeff Skinner said.
Big Banana Fun Park
CEO Michael Lockman told NOTA, “We welcome Camp Quality families every week for a full day of fun, but the
Family Fun Day is truly one of the most special events we have hosted.
“Seeing the pure joy on the faces of children and their families as they enjoy the attractions is absolutely priceless.
“We’re proud to support Camp Quality and provide a day where families can simply enjoy being together, making unforgettable memories."
q Camp Quality Family Fun Day at Big Banana Fun Park.
Paddle out for Charles Bruce
By Kim SATCHELL
THERE is no greater honour the surfing community can confer on recently departed surf buddies than a paddle out.
It is fitting that as the season changes into autumn, a paddle out to commemorate the life and times of Charles “Chikka” Bruce will take place on Sunday 2 March at Emerald Beach.
Chikka died a year ago but his story begins at Maroubra Beach, his childhood
stomping ground, where he embraced surf culture as a way of life.
He and his soon-to-be wife Cheryl, envisioned a future on the Mid North Coast after visiting the area in 1975.
It was a port of call in the midst of their world travels.
Once married they returned to buy their "forever home" at Avocado Heights; starting a family and putting down their roots in that sweet spot between Moonee and Emerald Beach.
Chikka had an
uncanny knack of turning acquaintances into friends and friends into bosom buddies with his affable demeanour and endearing manner.
So many people claim that they were Chikka’s favourite, simply because he made you feel as though you were the most important person in the world.
He was an amazing father to Jess and Simone, spending time with them at the beach and going away on weekends for Pony Club.
Potters throw a show
By Andrea FERRARI
COASTAL Claymakers will present their annual exhibition from 2-28 March at Nexus Community Gallery in Bellingen.
A wide range of functional ware and sculptural pieces will be on display.
“The exhibition is open for all of our 70 members to enter, no theme is used so that artists can showcase whatever they are currently exploring,” Coastal Claymakers President Rachael Naylor told News Of The Area.
“An open exhibition helps our community of clay enthusiasts see how we all evolve over time and what directions are being explored.
“Sculpture, weaving and clay combinations, beautiful tableware and functional
pieces, as well as wall art, will be on show.”
The official opening is on Sunday 2 March from noon2pm with an open invitation for all to attend.
Coastal Claymakers was founded 22 years ago as the brainchild of a group of TAFE students keen to continue learning about clay postdiploma studies.
“We proudly continue to collaborate with TAFE NSW through workshops and demonstration days and are very grateful for the support they continue to show us,” Rachael said.
“Over time we have grown into a large group of ceramic artists of all abilities from all over the Mid North Coast. “Our aims are to bring together artists to share ideas, learn from each other
grandchildren; Ty, Kyama, Jett and Zayden.
Close friend and neighbour Joe Woods told News Of The Area, “Surfing was always more enjoyable when Chik paddled out with his infectious positivity.
“You could not help but
and exhibit work annually,” she said. Workshops are run throughout the year with either local or visiting artists.
Other get-togethers include visiting local studios or galleries.
“Our ‘Members Make Days’ are a casual way to simply come together to chat and enjoy getting our hands dirty together.”
Later this year, Coastal Claymakers will welcome renowned Australian potter Trisha Dean as a visiting artist for a members’ workshop run over two weekends; Sunday 27 July and Sunday 3 August.
The workshop will focus on learning about the results that can be achieved using mid-fire glazes.
“We are also in the process of planning a variety of other gatherings, and studio visits
smile, even if you were having a shocker.
“When the surf was terrible, you'd rock up and check it, and he would say, ‘Don’t look at it, just go out. You won't regret it’, and we never did. Especially when we got to surf and chat with Chikka.”
The paddle out will
commence around 8am from the Emerald Beach Boat Ramp.
Weather permitting, there will be a sausage sizzle afterwards and a petition to sign, asking Council for a plaque or seat in his honour. Updates on the day will be posted to social media.
coastalclaymakers2450@ gmail.com or reach out via social media.
By extension, he became a wonderful "Pop" to all four of his
q Chikka and his wife Cheryl.
q ‘Pop’ was always up for a good time.
q Charles ‘Chikka’ Bruce.
all around the Mid North Coast.” New members of all
abilities are welcome to join the group. Email
q Pieces by Diane Judge.
q Rachael Naylor’s claywork. q Sculpture work by Wendy Phillips.
farmer Sue Francis,
Dorrigo CWA’s myna birds meeting
By Andrea FERRARI
FARMER Sue Francis, founder of the Dorrigo Indian Myna Action Group, will be the guest speaker at CWA Dorrigo’s Friday 14 March meeting.
Ms Francis is passionate about educating the community on the myna bird's habits and has introduced various control measures with the help of a dedicated group of locals.
“This will be an interactive session, and we encourage audience questions,” Dorrigo CWA spokesperson Suzi Johnson told News Of The Area.
The Common Myna is one of the CWA Study Topics for 2025.
“We are keen to understand first-hand from the Dorrigo action group how we could communicate to the community that this nonnative bird is a serious pest across NSW and the ACT,” Ms Johnson said.
The Indian/Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) was introduced to Australia from southeast Asia about 150 years ago and has taken hold in many areas, at the expense of many local native birds.
Indian/Common Mynas like to live around suburbs with open grasslands and often feed on leftover pet food.
Ms Francis’ Indian/ Common Myna chat will cover
Time to talk safe cycle lanes
By Andrea FERRARI
CYCLISTS are seeking to open the discussion on the longterm project of achieving safe cycle lanes across the Coffs Coast, starting with councils and Transport for NSW regularly clearing leafy cycle paths and roadsides.
The cycling community is growing rapidly across the Coffs Coast.
Competitive cyclists, triathletes, the Bicycle User Groups (BUGS), recreational cyclists, people riding to work and kids enjoying their bikes, are all taking up this healthy mode of transport.
As a business development manager across the North Coast, Adrian Hawke spends many hours driving on these roads.
He is also a local triathlete and for 25 years has used these roads for training.
“Every day I see many dangers while riding my bike,” he told News Of The Area.
“There is debris, potholes, rubbish and glass, to name a few obstructions.
“I would not drive over a branch and would avoid a hole in the road if I could.
"Obviously I try to miss them on my bike as well.
“Shared roads with these issues can only cause problems, accidents will and have happened and unfortunately, people have been killed.”
The Coffs Harbour southern route of Pine Creek Way from the Butterfly House through to Macksville, is a favourite for cyclists seeking a longer ride but detritus is a problem, as it is also on Solitary Islands Way going north.
The cycling community says it’s not “if” but “when” another fatal accident happens on Coffs Coast roads; remembering Phillip Almond who died in 2020 aged 47 after being struck by a driver on Bucca Road, and Dr Mark Henschke who died in 2022
aged 72 after being hit by a garbage truck on Sawtell Road.
A separate lane is needed according to the biking groups gearing up to make submissions to the City of Coffs Harbour and Transport for NSW (TfNSW).
“Transport is responsible for maintaining the State Road network to ensure it meets specifications, which include considerations for cyclist safety,” a TfNSW spokesperson told NOTA.
“Routine maintenance includes debris removal and vegetation management, though the frequency varies based on location, environmental conditions, risk factors, and the availability of funding and resources.
“Off-road cycleways typically fall under the care and control of local councils unless they are within a declared freeway corridor.”
Transport’s Active Transport Strategy, which
was released in 2022, has a vision to double the number of walking and bike riding trips over 20 years across NSW.
The ambition is to provide more than 1000km of new cycleways with a priority move to deliver more than 100km of new strategic cycleways by 2028.
TfNSW states it is committed to helping fasttrack the forming of its connected network to enable more people to ride safely on everyday trips.
It will also continue to support, fund, and work with councils to deliver and expand local bike networks under the Get NSW Active program, seeking to make active transport a mode of choice, not a mode of last resort.
A City of Coffs Harbour spokesperson told News Of The Area, “Scheduled roadworks, which include related activities such as footpaths and cycleways are
Times Gone By: A nurse called Rose
By Karen FILEWOOD
Francis was a farmer who founded the Royal Hotel and adjoining stockyards but was killed in 1882 when a burning tree fell on him.
After his death her eldest brother supported the family until 1906, when her mother and four siblings moved to Coffs, establishing the Pier Hotel.
She nursed at the Bush Hospital, established for railway workers, while attending patients in their home.
In 1913 she was appointed Matron of the
Bush Hospital and continued home visits until March 1919 when she ran the Jetty Private Hospital.
Meanwhile, the public hospital in Victoria Street opened in 1917, but did not have a maternity ward.
In September 1920 Rose took advantage by leasing a former residence beside the hospital and establishing a specialist maternity hospital
called The Chalet, continuing home visits, often in the bush and at all hours of the night.
The building was put up for sale in 1924 but it did not sell so she continued her lease.
She was particularly noted for housing an unemployed, homeless couple, then delivering their triplets in June 1931, receiving a thank you letter
the areas of identification, their impact on native birds and arboreal mammals, preferred habitat, PeeGee trap build and use, approved euthanasia methods and how to become involved in helping reduce the impact this “flying scourge” has within the Bellingen Shire.
“Raising awareness concerning the invasive and territorial habits Myna birds have and the subsequent eviction of our native wildlife, particularly our treasured native birds, from our gardens and paddocks needs to be step one,” Ms Francis told NOTA.
“Inspiring action from all residents is the aim, whether it simply be reporting location of flocks, assisting with the
transfer of traps or call-birds, actively trapping, or helping with euthanasia.
“The process of trapping can be practised by absolutely anyone which allows it to be a community project and can foster education across the generations of residents.
“Elimination, as with any established feral species, may not be achievable, but the control of Indian/Common Myna numbers and reducing their impact certainly can, particularly with extensive community involvement,” she said.
The morning talk is free, and guests are welcome by sending an RSVP by 11 March to 0419 222 049.
q Along Sawtell Road, sticks and leaves covering the roadside are a hazard to cyclists.
listed on the City of Coffs Harbour’s website.
“People can report an issue with the City by visiting the Customer Service Centre at Yarrila Place, 27 Gordon Street, Coffs Harbour, by calling 02 6648 4000, or by emailing coffs.council@chcc. nsw.gov.au. Online requests can also be lodged through the webpage by searching “Contact Us”.
from the unemployment relief association.
A dance was also held in her honour for the services she had provided over the years.
However, by December 1931 the lease and effects of the depression caught up with her and she was issued a notice to vacate the building and she owed £170 in rent.
She left the property, returning to home visits but was fined in 1936 for twice breaching the Private
Hospitals Act by not having registered as a private hospital.
The cause - two women had unexpectedly arrived in labour, giving birth in her house.
She also struggled financially, appearing in court in 1935 for overdue Council rates and in 1939, owing a year’s rent.
She returned to Grafton and passed away in 1958 aged 97 years.
q Dorrigo
founder of the Dorrigo Indian Myna Action Group, will be the guest speaker at CWA Dorrigo.
NURSE Rose McGuren was the eldest of seven children born in 1861 to Mary and Francis McGuren of South Grafton.
Work commences on Darkwood Road
THE much-anticipated rehabilitation of Darkwood Road has now commenced, with funding through the Regional Roads and Transport Recovery Package (RRTRP) offered by the State and Federal Governments.
Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan said the rehabilitation of Darkwood Road marks a significant milestone in enhancing road infrastructure across the Shire.
“The impact of recent disasters has made it clear how critical our road network
is for the community.
“With this funding from the Australian and NSW Governments, we are addressing key priorities to ensure our roads are safer, more reliable, and resilient,” Mayor Allan said.
The Darkwood Road rehabilitation project includes:
• Replacement of stormwater culverts to improve drainage.
• Rehabilitation and betterment of bitumensealed pavements.
• Installation of concrete
kerbs and channels to enhance drainage.
• Realignment of priority sections of the road.
• Sealing of priority unsealed sections of the pavement.
Specific upgrade locations include:
• Alignment and drainage improvements upstream of Richardsons Bridge (1.25 km).
• Thora Intersection to Thora Sawmill (1 km).
• Past Leans Creek Bridge (0.3 km).
• Past Mickeys Creek
Bridge (0.2 km).
• Orama Public School (0.1 km).
Works commenced earlier this month and are expected to take approximately six months to complete.
Mayor Allan highlighted the broader benefits of the project for the Shire’s residents and businesses.
“These works will benefit not just local residents, but also our producers, schools, emergency services, and bus operators by providing a safer and more reliable road network.
“The improved drainage, alignment, and safety barriers will make a tangible difference during future adverse weather events,” he said.
Where to join World Day of Prayer
q Works commenced earlier this month and are expected to take approximately six months to complete.
While construction is taking place, Council will ensure measures in place to minimise community disruption on the road.
Traffic management
country shares its faith, culture and traditions.
By Andrea FERRARI
WORLD Day of Prayer (WDP)
Australia will be observed at churches in Sawtell and Coffs Harbour on Friday 7 March.
There will be a service at Sawtell’s Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church at 10.30am and at the Coffs Harbour Uniting Church at 2.30pm.
Millions unite for this global movement of informed prayer and prayerful action.
Each year, a different
This year the worship service is by the WDP committee in the Cook Islands and includes stories of faith shared by local women and girls.
The theme is Psalm 139.14, “I made you wonderful”.
“Our first Guiding Principle in the World Day of Prayer articulates that our starting point is Christian women, an essential conviction of our movement over the last century,” said the chair of WDP.
“Too often, women and
systems will be in place to handle delays, with special consideration given to peak traffic flows and school bus movements.
girls have been silenced and oppressed, making this upcoming theme from WDP Cook Islands particularly relevant.
“The message that we, as women and girls, are ‘fearfully and wonderfully’ made in the image of God reinforces our movement’s support of women in expressing their faith and speaking about their lives in prayer and worship before God and in community.”
Participating churches will also contribute to the Bible Society’s work in the Cook Islands.
y, connection and lifelong learning with a vents to coincide with the 2025 NSW Seniors u're looking to expand your skills, meet new e fun, there’s something for everyone including the Yarrila Seniors Festival rom 9.30am to 12pm on Tuesday 11 e. low-cost! the QR code or visit: u/seniors-festival
q The South Pacific Choir during a visit to Coffs Harbour Uniting Church.
SES rescue ready
By Andrea FERRARI
FIVE local SES Units from the Coffs Cluster, including Corindi-Woolgoolga, Coffs Harbour, Urunga, Bellingen, and Dorrigo recently took part in a mass flood rescue readiness exercise on the Kalang River.
The local SES units were part of a mass training called Who Let The Boats Out which saw 800 emergency service personnel across NSW participating in the exercises on major river systems in their region.
The annual event unites
SES members to share expertise and capabilities and further enhance flood rescue response in communities across NSW.
Covering more than 80 waterways throughout the state, the exercises are designed to test the readiness and capabilities of SES units and its partner agencies in responding to flood rescue scenarios, with more than 100 boats across the state taking part.
Participating organisations included NSW SES, NSW Police, the RFS, Surf Life Saving NSW,
Marine Rescue, the VRA, Maritime, Fire and Rescue NSW and Ambulance NSW.
Locally, the vessels operated in the Kalang River, launching from Urunga Boat Ramp.
“There was also an opportunity for nonflood rescue members to attend as observers and passengers in the boats, giving them a taste of what it is like working in flood rescue,” CorindiWoolgoolga SES Unit Commander Dona Powell told News Of The Area.
“Approximately twentyfive local SES members attended the exercise, including five members from Corindi-Woolgoogla Unit.”
Participants simulated a range of flood rescue scenarios, practising core flood boat skills such as launching and docking vessels, manoeuvring, recovering persons overboard, radio communications, search and rescue, fire drills and navigation.
With the Bellinger and Kalang rivers known for occasional flooding, the SES units must regularly train and prepare for these kinds of scenarios, so they are ready to respond
quickly and effectively to an emergency call-out.
“Each year, the Who Let the Boats Out exercise
allows the SES units to test their flood rescue skills and identify areas for improvement.
“It was a fun-filled and informative day for all the units and organisations who got involved.”
Hearing empowerment
By Andrea FERRARI
WORLD Hearing Day in Australia is held on 3 March each year to raise awareness of how to prevent deafness and hearing loss, and to promote better ear protection and health throughout the world.
This year’s theme, “Changing mindsetsempower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all’, is all about forming new habits.
The four million Australians currently living with hearing loss is predicted to increase to almost nine million by 2050 as the population ages.
Australia’s Deafness Forum says how we hear in the future depends on how we care for our ears today as many cases of hearing loss can be avoided through the adoption of safe listening and good hearing care practices.
For those living with hearing loss, early identification and access to timely rehabilitation are essential to achieving their highest potential.
Moonee Beach Audiometrist Caitriona Slade says hearing problems often get fobbed off as an “old age”
problem.
“This myth needs busting,” she told News Of The Area.
“Half the number of Australians with hearing problems are aged between sixteen and 64 and acquire their hearing issue through preventable means.
“We cannot blame our genetics; it’s up to us to protect and nourish our hearing.”
Hearing plays a vital part in keeping us connected
with our surroundings and community.
Caitriona has been fitting hearing technology for nearly 20 years and still gets excited when she sees someone out and about wearing hearing devices.
“By wearing hearing technology, they are making a declaration of intent to live the best, most fun life that they can, and I commend them for that.
“That is hearing empowerment.”
q Audiometrist Caitriona Slade.
q The NSW SES Corindi-Woolgoolga team on the Kalang River.
q NSW SES Corindi-Woolgoolga unit members in training on Kalang River.
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OzFish tackles rubbish at Bonville Creek
By Andrea FERRARI
OZFISH Coffs Coast Chapter is rallying locals to join a Clean Up Australia Day event at Bonville Creek boat ramp in Sawtell.
The clean-up is on Sunday 2 March and will kick-off at 9am for two hours.
OzFish will have a gazebo set up on-site supplying free protective gear, gloves and bags for the event.
From fishers to nature lovers, first-time volunteers to clean-up veterans, or
simply someone who wants to protect the environment, locals are encouraged to take part.
“OzFish events bring together passionate locals who care about the environment, offering a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and learn more about how we can all do our part to protect our natural spaces,” Project Officer Alacia Cockbain told News Of The Area.
Clean Up Australia is the nation’s longest running
and largest national day of environmental action and is celebrating thirty-five years of bringing local communities together to improve and conserve the environment.
OzFish Unlimited, a notfor-profit charity dedicated to restoring and protecting Australia’s waterways, is hosting and supporting cleanup events across the country - tackling harbours and estuaries, rivers, beaches, and lakes. Every piece of rubbish removed makes a difference in creating healthier habitats,
Explaining pictures from the past
LOCAL residents with a tale
to tell can save their story for future generations through a special opportunity as part of this year’s Seniors Festival.
City of Coffs Harbour is driving a jam-packed program of events for a celebration which is themed ‘Your time to shine’.
A highlight is the chance for a local senior to bring an old photograph into the Harry Bailey Memorial Library where they will learn how to make a digital copy of the image.
“If they’re comfortable,
the resident can then speak about the background to the photo and this living spoken history can - with their permission - be recorded and saved in the Coffs Collections,” City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki Williams said.
“The value of saving and treasuring these local memories of everyday life is so important to the evolving legend of our community.”
The opportunity to contribute to the local history jigsaw presents in the ‘Share Your Story – A Memory Station Experience’ program
healthier fish, and better fishing, says the organisation.
Bonville Creek is not just a popular fishing and recreation spot, it's a vital part of the local ecosystem, home to a diverse range of marine life, bird species, and native vegetation.
Unfortunately, pollution, litter, and marine debris threaten the health of these waterways, impacting fish habitats, water quality, and the overall beauty of the area.
To learn more about OzFish, visit its website at ozfish.org.au/clean-upaustralia-day.
at the library from 10.15 to 11.45am on Monday, 10 March.
“This is just one of many events we are rolling out across the area for seniors from 3-16 March,” City Planning and Communities Acting Director Ian Fitzgibbon said.
“With a focus on entertainment and discovery, it will be an exciting program with sessions on everything from towing a caravan safely through to getting to grips with the internet and craft and games.”
One of the headline events will be the Yarrila Seniors Festival Special from 9.30am to noon on Tuesday 11 March.
This will kick off with a guided tour of the new Material World exhibition at Yarrila Arts and Museum followed by morning tea and an insight into some of the fascinating items at the Harry Bailey Memorial Library.
Experts from Dementia Australia will round out the morning with a talk about the condition and caring for it.
Each of the events in the City’s 2025 Seniors celebration are free to attend, but bookings are required.
Visit https://libraries. coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au for details.
Senior services explored at Memorial Hall
A SENIORS Services Expo and facility tour will be held at the Bellingen Memorial Hall on Thursday, 6 March.
This event will provide attendees a unique opportunity to explore the venue’s enhanced facilities, enjoy a complimentary morning tea and connect with local services.
“The Bellingen Memorial Hall has long been a hub for community connection and cultural events,” said Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan.
“The upgraded Hall ensures accessibility and continues to serve as a vital community space.
“The tour and Seniors Services Expo provide a great opportunity for exploration of the new facilities and connection with valuable local support services, as well as each other over a complimentary morning tea.”
The guided tour will showcase the extensive renovations at the Memorial Hall, including backstage areas, the new studio space, kitchenette, green rooms, recovery centre amenities, access lift, car park, deck, and the main hall.
Visitors will also experience the venue’s impressive new features, such as an 8 x 5.5m screen, advanced audiovisual capabilities, and brand-new tiered seating.
Tours will be offered at 10:30am and 11:30am.
The Seniors Services Expo brings together a wide range of organisations offering valuable information and support for older residents.
Representatives from Harbour at Home, Community Transport, CareXCell, Home Instead, Carers NSW, EACH Carefinder Program, the
Department of Health and Aged Care, Services Australia, Mission Australia, Lifetime Connect, Dementia Australia, Service NSW, SES, Mid North Coast Legal, Rural Assistance Authority, and more will be available to provide expert advice and resources.
Service NSW will also offer guidance on driver’s licensing, rebates and concessions, Seniors Card benefits, Savings Finder appointments, and other essential support services. A complimentary morning tea will be offered by Peaches Patisserie. The event runs from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
q The Bellingen Memorial Hall.
q OzFish Coffs Coast will remove rubbish accumulated at Bonville Creek boat ramp on Clean Up Australia Day.
q A photo of the Laurie family, 1900, from the Coffs Coast Collections. People are invited to bring an old photo to a ‘Share Your Story’ session at the Harry Bailey Memorial Library on Monday 10 March.
COFFS
Volunteers needed for science challenge
By Andrea FERRARI
THE annual Coffs Coast Science and Engineering Challenge (SEC) for school students will take place on Tuesday 8 April at the Wiigulga Sports Complex and Multipurpose Centre.
The event attracts around 240 Year 10 students from state and private schools across the Coffs Coast, including Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, Woolgoolga, Bellingen and Grafton.
The SEC is a nationwide Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) outreach program aimed at inspiring Year 10 students to pursue further education and/or a career in any one of these disciplines.
It is an initiative of the University of Newcastle in partnership with communities, Rotary clubs, high schools, and sponsors.
The Challenge focuses on fun, practical, hands-on
activities.
School teams are given real-world challenges, such as building earthquakeresistant towers, sending encrypted messages using light, and constructing bridges.
“Through the SEC, students experience aspects of science and engineering that they would not usually see in their school environment,” SEC committee member Patty Delaney told News Of The Area.
The event requires volunteers to observe the students as they work through the challenges.
“Most of our 2025 volunteers are very experienced with the event, and a team leader will support new volunteers.
“Volunteers must have a current Working with Children check and agree to their email address being forwarded to the Department of Education.”
Volunteers work in a small group supervising students' activities.
“They are given an overview of the activity, but the students have to come up with their own solutions,” Ms Delaney said.
The successful school from this challenge can progress to regional, state, and national levels.
The event is held in partnership with the Coffs Harbour bypass team.
“The joint venture of Ferrovial and Gamuda and the Department of Transport NSW allows their staff to volunteer on the day to work with our teams of volunteers.
“They are experienced engineers or staff experienced in planning and constructing
the Coffs Harbour bypass.”
In addition, the bypass team provides a guest speaker for the volunteers dinner which other interested people may attend for an update on the bypass.
This will be held on Monday 7 April at Woolgoolga’s Seaview Tavern.
Competition to support seniors
By Andrea FERRARI
AGED Care Community Provider
“Harbour At Home” recently ran a competition for people aged over 65 in need of home help.
There was so much demand that a second competition will now be held.
Entrants are nominated by friends, family and neighbours.
Winner Rebecca Deagan, who was entered by her neighbour Janelle, had struggled to keep up with her husband’s needs at home.
She received three months’ free cleaning services.
“This support gives us some quality time together and enables my husband to stay at home without me feeling overwhelmed,” Mrs Deagan said.
“The team sat with us and took the time to unpack the Aged Care support program and how to navigate it.
“They were very professional and listened to our concerns and needs.
“It’s so lovely to be supported
independence include the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), the Home Care Package program and various Veterans Nursing and Home Care programs.
These programs provide a range of services including help with cleaning, personal care, respite, daily tasks and nursing.
Despite the availability of these resources, the competition was flooded with stories of locals doing it tough, according to Harbour At Home General Manager Graham Shanahan.
“It was heartbreaking to hear older people and families struggling simply because they’re in the dark about the government funding and help they could be receiving” he said.
“We saw so many stories of people having a hard time day to day, whether it was wives struggling to support a husband
“Last year, the female engineer guest speaker attracted a group of over 80 people,” Ms Delaney said.
Sponsorship for the event has been secured from Engineers Australia, Clarence Consultants, and the Chief Scientist of NSW.
or someone living alone without help, and so many of them completely unaware that they’re eligible for support.
"Our competition made it clear that too many older people in the Coffs Harbour region are missing out on the essential help they need.”
Graham said Rebecca’s story of being overwhelmed was common among competition entrants.
“We want to change that.
“Our message to the community is simple: if you’re over 65 and need support, there are services out there that can help.
“It’s time for seniors to get the care they need and deserve."
Anyone wanting to enter the next competition should contact the Harbour At Home office on 1300 770 118 or go to harbourathome.com.au/freehelp.
q Harbour At Home’s CHSP Coordinator Hannah* and competition winners Rebecca Deagan and her husband Stan with Harbour At Home general manager Graham Shanahan.
Eisteddfod scholarships open
By Andrea FERRARI
THE Coffs Harbour and District Eisteddfod has opened applications for Round One of its prestigious Performing Arts Scholarships 2025.
The scholarships aim to support and encourage talented young performers in their artistic journey, offering financial assistance to help further their studies, develop their craft, and provide performance opportunities.
Each scholarship is open to dedicated students across all areas of the performing arts, including music, dance, drama, and speech performance.
Applicants must demonstrate passion, dedication to their craft and a high level of skill in their chosen field.
“The Coffs Harbour Eisteddfod has long been a platform for nurturing young talent, providing performers
with valuable opportunities to showcase their abilities and gain industry experience,” President of Coffs Harbour and District Eisteddfod Debbie Waters told News Of The Area.
“This scholarship is another step in our commitment to fostering excellence in the performing arts community.
“It can provide invaluable support as they pursue their artistic dreams, and we encourage all passionate young performers to apply.”
RJK Optometry continues to support the performing arts community as “a very valued major sponsor of scholarships”.
The closing date for applications is 31 March. Go to coffseisteddfod.org. au for more information and
submission guidelines.
Tallowood Ventures on track
By Andrea FERRARI
TALLOWOOD Ventures
has been awarded vital rail safety accreditation from the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) to repair and run the historic steam engine, 1919.
The accreditation covers the maintenance of the rails where the train is planned to run, repairs to the engines and carriages, and the running of rail trikes along that section of track.
“Gaining this accreditation has been a really crucial part of the whole project, so we’re all very pleased and excited,”
said
Chairman Wal Muir.
“Tallowood Ventures is also on track for the next level of accreditation to allow us to run the 1919 steam train on the 1.4-kilometre track from Glenreagh Loco shed to Tallawudjah Creek Rd.”
The beautiful 1919 model steam engine, the last of its kind in working condition in Australia, was built in Manchester, England, in 1878.
Funded by a grant from the Fires2Flourish scheme, the goal is to have her back on the tracks later this year, Mr Muir said.
None of this could have been possible without
the expertise, sweat and sheer hard work of TMRT’s determined group of trusty volunteers.
“In just one weekend this month at the locomotive shed in Glenreagh, eleven volunteers laid some 40 new hardwood sleepers on the 120m western line, as well as refastening a further 25.”
The purpose of this job was to move the engine into position over the repair pit to continue the refurbishment.
“Luckily the volunteers were assisted by the Tallowood sleeper-inserter and excavator for the heavy lifting, while Coffs Harbour Hardwoods generously
The 2025 Coffs Harbour and District Eisteddfod event takes place this year from 17 May with the final performances taking place towards the end of June.
Entries for all disciplines also close on 31 March.
The eisteddfod is the longest continuous performance event in this region, each year attracting over 3000 competitors and their families to the Coffs Coast.
“Anyone considering entering our vocal, drama, instrumental, choirs or dance disciplines [should] do so as soon as possible,” Ms Waters said.
q Volunteers lay hardwood sleepers during track repairs.
provided a forklift to bring the sleepers across from the store onsite to the track,” he said.
The entire length of the track was then measured carefully to ensure it was in gauge.
“At the end of the weekend, the track from the shed out to the gate was fully repaired and ready for trains.
“We tested the track by running the sleeper inserter up and down the track and it worked perfectly.”
See Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail Facebook page or website.tmrt.com.au for updates.
q Safety work on the Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail.
q Tallowood Ventures volunteers working on the old track.
q Junior Ballet scholarship finalists.
q Coffs Eisteddfod Under 10s Musical Theatre entrants Everly Baker, Lilly Worthy, Daniel Hellier, Phillipa Roth, Saoirse McGarry and Ayana Hughes, with adjudicator Ben Oxley.
q Senior Champion, cello, Mercedes Hohenlohe.
SCHOOL OF THE WEEK
TOORMINA HIGH SCHOOL HSC SUCCESS
Toormina High School is excited to share the fantastic achievements of our Year 12 students in the 2024 Higher School Certificate (HSC) exams. This year, our students have shown incredible hard work, dedication, and resilience, and we are grateful for the support provided by our teachers, families, and the school community.
We are proud to announce that several students received outstanding results and have earned recognition on the All-Round Achievers List for excelling in multiple subjects. Congratulations to Madeline Hatfield for her achievements in Biology and PDHPE, James Arnold and Poppy Brown for their excellence in Music, Lilly Davis-Jameson for her accomplishments in Music and VET Entertainment, Oscar Hickey for his success in Physics and Mathematics Advanced, and Audrey VanSchellebeck for her achievements in Music and VET Entertainment. Their dedication to their studies is truly commendable.
Additionally, the overall performance of our students has surpassed state averages in important subjects, reflecting the effectiveness of our academic programs and the dedication of our teaching staff. We are especially pleased with improvements in subjects like mathematics and science, where focused support and innovative teaching strategies have made a big difference. Special thanks to our teachers who guided these students: Kyle McGeary for Music and VET Entertainment, Katie Griffiths for Mathematics Advanced, Derek Howard for Biology, Simon Bilsborough and Brad Herman for PDHPE, and Jennifer Bryant for Physics.
Toormina High School also received a mention in the Daily Telegraph for our significant improvement in HSC results, achieving greater success than many other local schools. This recognition highlights
the hard work of both students and staff in striving for academic excellence.
Moreover, we have seen an increase in the number of students receiving early offers from universities thanks to the strong connections we have built with local universities and vocational training institutions. These early offers give our students a great start as they move into higher education.
As we celebrate these successes, we also acknowledge the importance of student wellbeing during what can be a challenging year. Our students have displayed remarkable resilience, and we are committed to providing them with the resources they need to succeed both academically and personally.
Toormina High School would like to congratulate the Class of 2024. Your hard work has truly paid off, and we are proud of each one of you. We are excited to see how you will use your skills and knowledge
to make a positive difference in the world. Looking ahead, we remain dedicated to fostering a supportive and excellent learning environment for future students, ensuring they continue to achieve great things. Congratulations once again to our 2024 HSC graduates.
Welcome Year 7!
The Toormina High School 2025 year 7 cohort have been supported in their transition to high school through a comprehensive program to introduce students to the expectations and operation of high school. A high level of direct interaction between primary school students and the secondary school occurs on a regular basis prior to the start of year. During the first week students are met by their teachers at the start of each period.
Toormina High School hosts an afternoon for year 7 parents to give carers
and parents the opportunity to meet and speak with their child’s teachers and connect with families of other students.
The Year Adviser assists and supports the year group through their time at Toormina High School which provides a fundamental connection for student’s wellbeing linking the school, student, parents and teachers.
A bonding excursion is run early in the year to encourage students to connect with teachers and other students, to challenge themselves and extend their circle of friends through participation in fun activities. A camp during the year also provides further opportunities for team building, resilience activities and encourages and builds skills in the year group. Year 7 sport is held at school and is another opportunity for students to interact with their peers.
Toormina High School would like to welcome our new students and their families to the THS community!
Discover the untamed African wilderness
THE scent of bushveld sage drifts on the breeze as lilacbreasted rollers dart through the air and the haunting call of the African fish eagle echoes above.
Herds of elephants approach waterholes, while zebras and wildebeest graze, or call across the savannah.
From dawn to dusk, predators like lions and leopards silently stalk, keeping all on edge.
Yet life in the wild continues - grazing, foraging, and drinking - despite the constant threat.
Gary and Michelle Collard - Coffs Harbour locals for 15 years and former owners of a popular local café and roastery - have lived, breathed and embraced this
life in the wild.
Through their company, Aus to Africa Tours and Safaris, Gary and Michelle offer small-group, personally escorted safari experiences from Australia to the breathtaking wilderness of Southern Africa.
“Our tours highlight the very best of Botswana, Victoria Falls, Namibia, Cape Town, and other carefully selected parts of South Africa, focusing on personalised, immersive wildlife adventures,” Gary and Michelle said.
Over decades of experience managing exclusive game lodges and resorts in Botswana and South Africa, the pair hosted high-profile guests like Prince Harry, Prince Philip and Lily Collins.
It was these experiences, and personal connection to the continent, that led them to launch Aus to Africa Tours and Safaris.
“We felt passionate about sharing the unforgettable wildlife experiences we cherish with fellow
Australians, making it easier for them to explore this magnificent part of the world safely and comfortably,” they said.
“What truly sets us apart is our hands-on approach, personal attention, and small group sizes (6 to 12 people).
“We offer exclusive, escorted safari experiences with a focus on ecotourism, conservation and sustainability.
“Our itineraries are designed with insider knowledge of the very best and most pristine wildlife destinations and local cultures.”
Aus to Africa itineraries include visits through the Okavango Delta, Moremi, Chobe and Khwai, as well as cultural experiences in local villages.
They also offer add-on tours to destinations like Cape Town, the Drakensberg mountains, and private game reserves.
Exclusive packages can include experiences like the luxurious Rovos Rail journeys, surf/safari adventures, and
q Gary and Michelle Collard have a deep and personal relationship with Southern Africa, developed over decades.
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Facilitating business success
THE Woolgoolga & Northern Beaches Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to fostering the growth and success of small and medium-sized businesses in the region.
With a commitment to building economic prosperity and supporting local entrepreneurs, the Chamber serves as a dynamic platform for networking, education, and community-driven initiatives.
Key annual events such
as Curryfest, Carols by the Sea, and Teeing Up for a Cause have become staples in the region's calendar, drawing both locals and visitors alike to the Northern Beaches.
Additionally, the Youth Careers Day and the Youth Entrepreneurs Program (YEP) help guide and mentor the next generation of business leaders.
Monthly networking meetups and the Focus on Business Forums provide members with regular
opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and discuss emerging trends in the business world.
The Visitors Information Centre, along with the Chamber’s digital platforms, help boost local visibility and promote businesses to a broader audience.
The Chamber also supports the local community through initiatives like the Shop Local campaign, Surfboards and Street Art, and sponsorship of major
Open from 11am Wednesday to Sunday
Locally owned & brewed, small batch, hand-crafted goodness.
• Modern pale ales and lagers to rich dark beers and fruit driven sour, always using the best quality ingredients.
• Popular food trucks including Japanese Yakitori & regular free live music.
FOOTY fans are being invited by C.ex Coffs to celebrate the start of a new NRL season with a Vegas Watch Party planned for this Sunday, 2 March.
The NRL heads to Las Vegas for Round 1, with all games showing on the Legends Sports Lounge big screen, plus multiple large screens around the venue.
Doors open at 9am, with the first game of the day between English Super League sides Wigan and Warrington kicking off at 8.30am.
The Canberra Raiders and New Zealand Warriors clash in the opening game of
the NRL season from 11am, before the Australian Jillaroos take on England in the women’s international from 1pm.
Penrith Panthers begin their quest for a fifth straight premiership when they take on the Cronulla Sharks from 3.30pm.
The event will feature NRL Ambassador Aiden Tolman, and Michael “Moffee” Moffett from Triple M.
There will also be fun games, giveaways and competitions, including footy throwing, a hot dog eating contest and Pick the Margin comp.
Plus, fans will have the chance to win team jerseys and there will be three
chances to win a trip for two to Las Vegas in 2026.
Footy fans will have the chance to enjoy a special Vegas-inspired menu, including buffalo wings, classic American double cheeseburger, loaded fries, crispy onion rings, gourmet hot dogs and more.
An NRL Watch Party Family Zone will also feature on the day, where you can bring the kids in to watch the games in the Vista Lounge.
There will be free hot snacks for the kids plus a visit from Connor the Balloon Twister.
q NRL Ambassador Aiden Tolman.
By Manny WOOD
Buy cheap, pay dear
WENDY makes a new will with the assistance of a solicitor.
The “simple” will leaves the whole of her estate to six of her favourite nieces and nephews. The will is properly executed in the presence of two independent witnesses.
Years later, Wendy’s relationship with another one of her nieces improves and Wendy decides to include her as a beneficiary under her will.
To save money, Wendy attends her solicitor’s office and asks for the release of her original will.
After its release from safe custody, Wendy returns home and she makes a hand amendment to the original will by adding her niece’s name.
She initials the amendment but no one is present as witnesses.
Wendy also writes a letter, stating a “non-binding” wish that her nieces and nephews share their inheritance with their children.
She staples the letter to the original will and puts it in her desk drawer.
When Wendy passes away, her executor attends the solicitor’s office and asks for the will.
It comes to light that the will had been removed, although a copy of the duly executed will was able to be produced.
Wendy has $100,000 in a fixed term deposit and no other assets.
Her bank will not release the funds without a grant of probate.
When Wendy’s original will is eventually located amongst her personal belongings, a number of issues arise.
Firstly, Wendy is advised that the Court will ask for evidence of the circumstances surrounding the hand amendment to the will.
In the absence of any witnesses, this creates difficulties and delays.
Secondly, the Court considers that the letter accompanying the will may constitute an “informal will” and asks all of the beneficiaries and their children to be made aware of the probate application by either being personally served or signing “consents”.
Some now reside overseas and some are minors, who need independent “tutors” appointed.
This case demonstrates how even small amendments to a simple will can lead to increased legal costs and cause significant difficulties and delays if they are not made under legal supervision.
Email Manny Wood, Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates at TB Law at manny@tblaw.net.au or call him on (02) 66 487 487.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Solutions over insults
DEAR Jasminda,
I DON’T know who Helen R is, but I do know that you didn’t even try to solve her problem.
That was her reason for writing to you so it must have been a shock to instead be comprehensively insulted over your whole column last week.
I felt insulted by you for her!
Look not everyone eats meat these days (yes I do) and there can be various reasons for this.
Same goes with alcohol, maybe she is a recovering alcoholic (and no I'm not).
Your complete lack of sensitivity doesn’t do you any credit and would be very difficult to read for many people who can’t eat meat or imbibe in alcohol.
Your idea that dining with friends is all about eating to excess is ridiculous and irresponsible.
Dining with friends is about friends, the dining part is so you can spend more time with them.
Advising that she is ‘a less than’ dining companion is insulting; nor do you give
her any solutions other than get new friends or decide to eat in excess and so get her share of the bill - really!?
Although she doesn’t mention it but these days some are on a tight budget with the cost of living such that it is, perhaps this may also be an issue with some people - they shouldn’t have to give up their friends over this.
I would advise her to talk to her friends on the phone before the next dining outing and explain that they have probably noticed she doesn’t drink or eat much but really wants to join them when they dine out.
Ask them if they would make an exception and allow her to pay separately.
I think if they are nice enough friends they will agree.
Again, your time would be better spent looking for solutions rather than looking for insults.
Regards, Carolan BUCKMASTER, Coffs Harbour.
Are we being ignored by NPWS?
DEAR News Of The Area,
IT’S been three months since the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) held their so-called ‘Information Session’ in Woolgoolga about managing the reserves north of Coffs Harbour, and guess what?
Attendees are still waiting for answers to their questions.
The flyer for the event boldly promised a “Q & A session,” encouraging us to submit “key questions” so the session could address what mattered to us.
But instead of open dialogue, we were told our questions would not be answered on the spot.
Instead, NPWS assured us they’d respond in writing later.
Well, here we are, still waiting.
Yes, they mentioned a delay due to the Christmas and New Year period.
But we are now days out from March.
Instead of delivering on their promise, NPWS has thanked us for our
DEAR Jasminda,
EVERY time I go to the beach there is a sea of bums.
Everyone under the age of about 20 (and some well over) are jiggling around in g-strings. Is this acceptable?
Francis P.
Dear Francis,
ACCEPTABLE is a strange word in these times.
It also depends on who you are talking to.
There are many who would gleefully flock to the beach to get a glimpse of the bums you refer to, and others who would be sweating bucketloads of moral panic over it.
Swimwear has been through many phases and it always comes with negative comments from the modesty brigade.
In the early 1900s, women had to wear loose-fitting frocks and later they were swaddled in conservative woollen swimsuits (can you imagine how uncomfortable that would be?).
In the 1930s, costumes hugged the figure and the material changed, with nylon making it more comfortable to swim and sunbake, but they were still quite puritanical by today's standards.
Tummies were exposed by the 1950s and by the 60s, tops and bottoms were shrinking with a lot of skin on show. In the 80s it was all about fluoro and it wasn't just the bums that were out.
Topless bathing was as prolific as the smell of coconut oil and hairspray.
It's surprising we didn't selfcombust with all the additives and chemicals in the air.
I wonder, Francis, if it will come full circle again.
Perhaps, with cabanas offering more sun protection, and a greater awareness of the dangers of sunbaking, more people will embrace the cover-up culture and protect themselves from the harsh effects of the Australian sun and the sanctimonious sermonising of those in sensible swimwear.
“understanding” while they prioritize other commitments.
It feels less like gratitude and more like a polite way of saying, “You’re not a priority.”
The contrast is stark.
When it came to controlling the conversation at the meeting, NPWS had no shortage of resources - one staff member for every six attendees.
But when it comes to actually answering our questions? Crickets.
We were told we had all “been heard.”
I’m beginning to think that was just a tactic to take the heat out of the issues that led to the meeting in the first place.
Now that the urgency has cooled off, NPWS seems comfortable leaving us in the dark.
Let’s be clear: NPWS asked for our questions.
People took the time to provide them.
They deserve answers.
The way NPWS is handling this is not
Let me tell you, though, Francis, if I still had my 19-year-old bum, it would be out there frolicking amongst that sea of bums (between the flags of course) and enjoying every moment.
Why not?
And why not embrace people wearing whatever they feel comfortable in at whatever age while they still can?
In this era of body positivity, a bit of jiggling, if the jiggler feels good about it, is surely not for the rest of us to judge.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
just dismissive; it’s downright arrogant.
Regards, Paul OSMOND, Arrawarra.
OPINION & LETTERS
Eco-tourism over native forest logging
DEAR News Of The Area,
TWO recent articles caught my attention.
One was ‘Logging duo speaks out’, which was supposed to ‘reassure those concerned about the environment’ that ‘people like them are doing their best to preserve the forest every day’.
The trouble is these people do not know the importance of the large trees to our very vulnerable biodiversity, and it is exactly these trees which they are targeting with their logging.
It is not just the hollow bearing trees and the dead trees we need kept.
Its large trees that will grow into hollow bearing trees.
Endangered Greater Gliders need up to
From the Mayor’s desk
By Mayor Nikki WILLIAMS City of Coffs Harbour
WITH school back in full swing, it truly feels like the year has begun, and here at
twenty hollow bearing trees on their range.
Then in another article the headline reads ‘Industry shoots down calls to axe native forest logging’.
Former Treasury Secretary, now chair of Australian Climate and Biodiversity Commission, Ken Henry, is right to recommend a transition out of native forest logging to plantations, which will generate more jobs.
We know the history of Forestry Corporation.
They have committed many crimes against nature and have shown no remorse and have had no significant reprimands.
The SMH reported last Friday massive new discrepancies that have come to light, between the quantities and the size of the logs harvested and Forestry NSW‘s data.
Council, we’ve hit the ground running.
Last week, I joined Cr Cath Fowler and our dedicated City crew on a tour of local playgrounds and community spaces to assess their condition and identify areas for improvement.
It was a valuable opportunity to hear firsthand from our experts about what makes a great playground and where we can enhance our open spaces.
We visited sites across the north, south, and west of our LGA and were inspired by the team’s passion and knowledge.
Acting GM Andrew Beswick and I also travelled to Sydney for the Regional Cities Forum, an important alliance working to create livable and connected regional
Their timber yields were 52 percent lower across the state than forestry quoted in 2022-23 years and they ran at a loss of $29 million in 2023-24.
Last December Forestry admitted to accidentally clearfelling 1.5 ha of Bindarri National Park near Coffs Harbour.
Logging continues in the proposed GKNP and 7185ha or more than eight percent of the park's loggable area has now been logged.
These are areas of great biodiversity and important habitat for our many endangered species.
They were planned as part of vital corridors for viable breeding colonies to survive.
Australia still holds the dubious distinction of the fastest rate of mammal extinction in
communities.
Discussions focused on housing, infrastructure, regional roads, population growth, the night-time economy, and skills shortages.
Strong partnerships drive great outcomes, and this week, I also met with regional mayors and elected members from Coffs Harbour to Port Macquarie for a strategic roundtable on waste, crime, transport, housing and regional health services.
Looking ahead, March is shaping up to be a busy month.
On 8 March, we celebrate International Women’s Day, with this year’s theme being ‘Accelerate Action’.
Yes, politicians come in all types
DEAR News Of The Area,
LAST week JF Sercombe wrote in NOTA that in Cowper we have a “Teal Party candidate” and inferred she might just be based in Port Macquarie.
He said that Independent politicians come in all “colours”, so she might even be left or far left in her values.
I believe those suggestions are pretty far
off the mark.
Firstly, there is no “Teal Party.”
There are a number of “City Electorate” Independents who now represent their communities and are called Teals by the major parties.
JF Sercombe is correct that sometimes they think alike, sometimes they don’t.
In our regional electorate, there is a long standing organisation called Voices4Cowper
which identified issues residents want the government to pay attention to in Cowper.
Many candidates were interviewed, and Caz Heise was endorsed to represent all of us who live in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and every other town within this big electorate.
I believe that the “colour” of this Independent can only be classified as NONE.
She is a sincere listener to people and
Doing what the community wants
DEAR News Of The Area,
I AM writing to congratulate Mayor Williams on her first 100 days in office, although I suggest that rather than wanting to make the Coffs Harbour Chamber of Commerce “proud” of her, it might be more appropriate to wish to make the citizens of Coffs Harbour “proud” of her achievements.
I was, however, utterly delighted and greatly reassured to read that she believes the first priority in her role “is to do what the
community wants.”
Therefore, given nearly 70 percent of voters in Coffs Harbour voted a resounding “no” to the redevelopment (opps, sorry, “revitalisation”) of the Jetty Foreshore we can now no longer expect this developer-led project to proceed.
There has been much reinforcement from various entities regarding “extensive community consultation”, “community engagement”, “the will of the community”, “what the community wants”, “community
led”, and “overwhelming community support”.
Indeed, in every official press release I read there is much repetition of every iteration of “community” regarding how we in Coffs are simply waiting in breathless anticipation for construction to begin on the multistoried residential development which will be the ruination of our Foreshore and which will benefit no one but the developers.
Recently I received an email from Property and Development NSW regarding the proposed Jetty Foreshore development.
the world and no wonder!
The claims that logging decreases fire risk is untenable, as there is much evidence to support the contrary, with logged areas becoming hot spots, weed infested and providing access for feral animals.
Sawmills are noisy, dirty, dangerous places, pay minimum wages and offer little chance of advancement.
I know where I would rather my kids be working.
Regards, Louise CRANNY, President, Kalang River Forest Alliance.
Our community is home to incredible women who step up, take action, and drive real change.
We’re also gearing up for Seniors Festival (March 3–16), celebrating the contributions of our older residents.
Check the City’s website for a packed calendar of events.
For indoor activities, visit YAM’s latest exhibitions, explore the Jetty Memorial Theatre’s 2025 line-up, or grab a copy of Coffs Harbour Monopoly for a fun family game night.
And with the warm weather sticking around, Woopi and Sawtell pools will have extended hours on select weekdays - check with your local pool for details.
an achiever in the world of business, with no political party connections at all.
Her focus is on what issues residents feel need improving right here where we live.
Finally, if Caz Heise were to be elected as the MP for Cowper, I wholeheartedly hope she achieves for all residents of this (until now) forgotten electorate as mightily as some of those City Teal Independents have done for their electorates!
Wouldn’t that be a win!
Regards, SJ SEATON, Coffs Harbour.
On perusing this email two things stood out.
There were no less than 18 mentions of “community” in the email but only one throw away line regarding “housing” with no mention of the 450+ intended properties.
However, as Mayor Williams has stated firmly that the Council’s job is “to do what the community wants”, and 68.8 percent of that same community has voted “no”, I’m sure we can all rest easy in the knowledge that democracy will triumph.
Kind regards, Trish DE VISSER, Korora.
DEAR News Of The Area,
Op shops doing their best Koalas, forests and bushfires
LIZ Philpott's letter (NOTA 31/1/24) about the cost of op shop goods made interesting reading.
I work in a local op shop where all the wonderful staff, including our beautiful managers, are voluntary.
Most other op shops have paid management, hence the high prices on top of rent, electricity etc.
We generally receive good quality goods for which we are grateful, and we price them fairly. Some local
businesses kindly donate goods and give advice on the value of some items.
We give what we can't use to other worthwhile causes.
We have customers from all walks of life, from the homeless, and those struggling, through to the better off. It is a privilege to work there, because everyday you meet such nice people and realise how lucky you are and how you can help in a small way.
Regards, Merrin VAN DARTEL, Sawtell.
DEAR News Of The Area,
UNLESS we get serious about regular burning of our wet sclerophyll forests, they will become dense scrub that will eventually burn and kill all the arboreal animals, including koalas. Do we really want a Great Bonfire National Park? Regards, Dr Joe MILLER, Woolgoolga.
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Low maintenance living
Address: 15 Celeste Place, Bonville
Price: $799,000
Beds: 3, Bath: 2, Car: 1
Land size: 538.6 sqm
BUILT in 2008 by GJ
Gardener Homes, this property, with only two previous owners, is looking for its third to make it their home and enjoy low maintenance living in a desirable and popular location just minutes' drive to Sawtell village and beach.
Walk down the driveway by the easycare gardens which give the home a lovely street presence to enter the house through the enclosed front
sun perfectly providing a great spot to sit with the morning cuppa.
Once inside you will love the spacious open plan living area which is framed by large windows allowing the area to be light filled and captures the treed outlook at the rear.
The area incorporates the dining space and is adjacent to the contemporary white kitchen with stone bench tops, four burner gas cooktop and brand-new Westinghouse electric under bench oven.
All the three bedrooms are carpeted with ceiling fans and built in robes and the main bedroom enjoys
There is a functional bathroom with an oversized shower and vanity plus a separate WC. Wandering in the rear yard you will love the elevated scenic views with a sundeck that backs the large swim spa which
overlooks some established plants, as well as easy care garden beds filled with stones so there isn't a need for the lawn mower, and the new owner can complete the space with their own garden choices. Additional
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Domestic violence crackdown
POLICE have charged more than 550 people with more than 1160 offences during a four-day state-wide operation targeting domestic and family violence.
Operation Amarok IX ran from Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 February 2025, and involved officers from all police area commands and police districts across NSW.
The Domestic and Family Violence Registryled operation also involved officers from each regions’ Domestic Violence High Risk Offenders Team (DVHROT), along with specialist officers from Raptor Squad, Youth Command, State Crime Command’s Child Protection Register, Police Airwing, Traffic & Highway Patrol Command, and the Police Transport Command.
Across the four days, 569 people were arrested and charged, with 295 arrest
warrants executed.
Police laid 1,162 charges and conducted 1,151 bail compliance checks and 12,382 apprehended domestic violence order (ADVO) compliance checks.
There were 424 breaches identified.
Officers conducted 127 firearms prohibition order (FPO) searches, with 57 firearms and 25 weapons seized.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley says Operation Amarok was a clear example of the NSW Police Force’s commitment to addressing domestic and family violence, especially in regional areas.
“Operation Amarok demonstrates the dedication of police in tackling domestic and family violence and sends a strong message that this sickening behaviour will never be tolerated,” Minister
Catley said.
“Those who choose to commit these violent acts should be prepared for a knock on their door and to face the consequencesbecause the police will stop at nothing to hold perpetrators to account.
“Last year alone, police received almost 150,000 calls for help for domestic and family violence related matters, this shows the gravity of the situation and the extensive police resources required to combat it.”
Domestic and Family Violence Corporate Sponsor, Assistant Commissioner Peter Mckenna, said the strategy behind Operation Amarok was working.
“Amarok elevates our focus on those high-risk offenders who pose a significant threat to victims, family members, and other members of the community,”
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people were arrested and charged, with 295 arrest warrants executed.
Assistant Commissioner Mckenna said.
“NSW Police remains committed to tackling domestic and family violence
offenders across the state and the operation results speak for themselves.
“While police will continue the tactics employed
by our high-risk offender teams to target these people and support victims, we all have a part to play in stopping this senseless crime.”
COFFS COAST News Of The Area
Coffs Harbour to host National Youth Championships
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour is set to host the nation’s biggest junior touch football event for the second straight year.
Coffs Harbour has been confirmed as the host of the 2025 National Youth Championships (NYC), which will be held from Wednesday, 1 October, to Saturday, 4 October at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and surrounding fields.
Coffs Harbour hosted the National Youth Championships for the first time last year, an event which sees the nation's best young players across a unique mix of school, regional, and state representative teams, all vying to be crowned national champions.
The National Youth Championships are one of two premier national events on the Touch Football Australia calendar.
The other is the Championships for Seniors which are also being held in Coffs Harbour in March.
City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Nikki Williams said it was the perfect region to host such events.
“Our multi-ground sports precinct anchored by the C.ex Coffs International Stadium is a premier venue for mass participation national events such as the NYC,” she said.
“We also have all the moves off-field to enhance the NYC experience for players, officials, families, and fans. Coffs has a peerless outdoor environment
from the lush rainforests through to pristine beaches, great shopping, cafes and restaurants, renowned tourist attractions, and the full range of accommodation options.”
Touch Football Australia Interim Chief Executive Officer, Greg Denny, welcomed the national event’s continued tenure in Coffs Harbour.
“It’s tremendous to remain in Coffs Harbour for our premier youth event and continue to showcase the talents of our nation’s best young players, and we look forward to returning to the Mid-North Coast this October,” he said.
“We are grateful for the continued support of Destination NSW and City of
I’m delighted to welcome all players, families, and
Nana Glen finish T20 Cup regular season undefeated
By Aiden BURGESS
NANA Glen Lizards have finished the T20 Cup home and away season undefeated, after a three wicket win against Sawtell Cricket Club at Richardson Park.
Sawtell won the toss and elected to bat, scoring 9/105 from 20 overs.
Tyh Murphy top scored with a knock of 49.
Nicklaus Stanlan-Velt (4-16 from four overs) and
Jonathon Paff (4-20 from four overs) both had top spells for the Lizards.
Nana Glen chased down the total with one ball to spare, Ty Adams top scored with 40, and Daniel Craig was next best with 36.
Alexander Cheers Flavell bowled well for Sawtell taking 4-11 from four overs.
Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels Blue earned a place in the T20 Cup grand final, after a five wicket win against the
Coffs Colts Cricket Club at Fitzroy Oval.
The Colts won the toss and elected to bat, scoring 6/131 from 20 overs.
Tony Slaviero top scored with a knock of 51, Rohan Hackett was next best with 32.
Buta Singh took 2-26 from four overs for the Rebels, and Jojy Abraham took 2-14 from two overs.
The Rebels chased down their target in the 18th over,
Taj Dosanjh leading his side home on 40 not out.
Anu Grewal top scored with a knock of 42 from 25 balls.
Mitchell Weeden took 2-9 from 2.3 overs for the Colts.
Bellingen/Dorrigo Cricket Club were also winners in the final round, having a 26run win against Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels Grey at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
Bellingen/Dorrigo scored 9/157 after winning the toss and electing to bat.
Mike Hartley top scored with 32, and Evan Ryan was
next best with 30. Scott Jennings had a top spell of 4-14 from 3.4 overs for the Rebels, and Malcolm Bird took 3-28 from four overs.
Bellingen/Dorrigo defended their total as the Rebels finished at 5/131 after 20 overs.
Taylor Gilbert took 2-16 from four overs for Bellingen/ Dorrigo, and Riley Symonds took 2-20 from four overs.
The Nana Glen Lizards and Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels Blue were scheduled to play off in the T20 Cup
Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels Grey. 22 points. 3 wins. 8 losses. 2 no results.
Upgrade plans for Bellingen Cricket Club
By Aiden BURGESS
BELLINGEN Cricket Club has received funding to upgrade its facilities.
The $200,000 grant is the result of Bellingen Shire Council’s successful application to the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund (ACIF) - a joint initiative between Cricket NSW and
Cricket Australia.
The money will go towards the construction of state-of-the-art threelane cricket training nets, with the new training facility complementing the resurfacing of the two cricket pitches.
These include a new turf wicket, further progressing the vision of the Connell
Park Masterplan.
The Council and Bellingen Cricket Club jointly prepared the grant application.
“This grant will assist Council in providing modern, inclusive, and high-quality facilities for our community,” Mayor Steve Allan said.
“The new cricket
training nets and upgraded playing fields will not only support our local cricket players, but also inspire a new generation to take up the sport.
“We’re excited about the opportunities this project brings, particularly for young players and female cricketers who will benefit from inclusive and modern
amenities.”
Connell Park is currently undergoing a transformative redevelopment.
It is guided by a comprehensive masterplan to enhance facilities to better serve sports and community activities.
The cricket training nets and additional upgrades
to the playing fields will complement these works and drive outcomes such as increased participation and the ability to host more regional competitions and school programs. Construction is set to commence in early 2025 and will be completed by June 2025, aligning with field upgrade works.
Coffs junior Oztag teams take on state’s best
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS
Harbour’s junior representative Oztag teams have taken on the state’s best, during this year’s Junior State Championships.
Local teams took on visitors from across NSW, as they vied for competition titles over three days at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and surrounding fields.
Coffs Harbour Cavaliers teams competed in seven divisions; 13s Girls, 14s Girls,
Coffs Harbour’s 14s Boys finished fourth in their pool, having a 7-3 win against Parramatta, a 6-1 win against Canterbury, and a 6-6 draw with Shoalhaven.
Coffs Harbour’s 14s Girls also had two wins and a draw; a 5-0 win against East Hills, a 2-1 win against Hornsby, and a 1-1 draw with Parramatta.
The region’s 12s Boys side also had two victories; a 6-5 win against Parramatta, and a 3-2 win against Shoalhaven.
Coffs Harbour’s 13s Girls had an 8-3 win against South West Razorbacks.
The Senior State Championships will be held in Coffs Harbour on 21-23 March.
Top results for Coffs Swimming Club
By Aiden BURGESS
COFFS Harbour Swimming Club members have recorded outstanding performances at the recent NSW Country Championships at Sydney
Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.
A team of eighteen swimmers competed in Sydney, with the Coffs crew having 41 top-10 placings between them, as well as
q Ethan Blockey.
many personal bests.
Coco Becker, Sara Bergen, Ethan Blockey, Lily Bourne, and Harry May won fourteen medals between them, with Ethan and Harry winning three gold medals each.
Coaches Daniel Bannerman, Eugene Brogmus and Jodie Gordon also attended the meet to
support the swimmers.
Bannerman said it was the best the club had fared at the Country Championships in years.
“That’s the best result we have had in seven to ten years,” he said.
“The kids have been training really hard and it’s good to see them rewarded
with top results.
“And it’s a good stepping stone for the bigger events coming up.”
Coffs Harbour Swimming Club’s younger swimmers are now looking towards next month’s Speedo NSW Junior State Age Championships in Sydney, while the club’s older swimmers also
have the NSW State Open Championships next month, before the Australian Championships in April at Brisbane.
For those interested in joining the Coffs Harbour Swimming Club, registrations for next season will open in September.
q Coffs Harbour Cavaliers 14s Girls team.
q Coffs Harbour Swimming Club members.
Coffs junior cricket wrap
By Aiden BURGESS
WITH finals beginning next month, the latest round of Sixers Cricket League’s junior season was decided across the region last week.
Under 16s
Round 12 of the Under 16s season was decided last Friday afternoon and saw Nana Glen Lizards consolidate top spot on the ladder with a seven wicket win against Bellingen/ Dorrigo in Dorrigo.
Zane Guthrie top scored for the Lizards on 33 (retired), and Max Morgan took 2-2 from two overs.
Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels moved into fourth spot on the ladder with a nine-run win against the Sawtell Sloggers in Woolgoolga.
Sawtell won the toss and elected to bowl, as the Rebels finished at 9/97 in the 20th over.
Balkaran Singh Johal top scored with 34, and Jack Howe finished on 20 not out.
Busby Hibberd took 2-5 from two overs, and Oakley Baylis and Cooper Meadows both took 2-10 from two overs.
Chasing 98 for victory, the Sloggers finished at 8/88 from 19 overs.
Luke Blackman top scored with 27, and Sehajdeep Singh took 2-2
from two overs for the Rebels.
Macksville Bulls had a ten wicket win against the Coffs Colts Cricket Club at Forsyth Park.
The Colts finished at 6/63 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat.
Bulls captain Riley Symonds took 2-1 from two overs, and Jundamir SultanGeorges took 2-5 from two overs.
Macksville chased down the target in the 8th over, Riley Symonds leading his side home on 37 not out from 20 balls, and Beau Harper finishing on 27 not out.
Under 14s
Round 12 of the Under 14s season was decided last Wednesday afternoon.
Sawtell Storm consolidated top spot on the ladder with a seven wicket win against the Nana Glen Lizards at Reg Ryan Oval. Nana Glen scored 7/54 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat.
Lachlan Purnell had a super spell for Sawtell taking 2-0 from two overs, and Joshua de Groot took 1-1 from two overs.
Sawtell chased down the target in the 11th over, Lachlan Purnell top scoring and finishing on 21 not out.
Diggers Cricket Club
became the first team to beat the Macksville Bulls this season, having a seven wicket win in their match at Urunga.
The Bulls won the toss and elected to bat, and scored 8/88.
Ark Gillett top scored with 28, and Quinn Ledger was next best with 26.
Darcy Franks took 2-3 from 2.3 overs for Diggers, and Dustin Parry took 2-4 from two overs.
Diggers chased down the target with four balls to spare, Darcy Franks top scored with 26 and Sehaj singh Mahal retired on 23 not out.
Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels maintained their place in the top four, having a nine wicket win against the Coffs Colts Cricket Club at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
The home side won the toss and elected to bowl, as the Colts finished at 6/67 from 20 overs.
Thomas Bird took 3-4 from two overs for the Rebels.
The Rebels chased down the target in the ninth over, Thomas Bird led his side home on 39 not out off 22 balls.
Bellingen/Dorrigo Green were also winners in Round 12, beating Bellingen/ Dorrigo Blue by 28 runs at Valla Beach.
Bellingen/Dorrigo Green won the toss and elected to bat, and scored 3/107 from 20 overs.
Tate Bailey finished on 36 not out, and Bianca Dyson retired on 34 not out.
Bellingen/Dorrigo Blue finished at 5/79, Indigo Wilkinson top scored with 25 not out.
Tate Bailey took 3-4 from 3.1 overs for Bellingen/ Dorrigo Green.
Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels moved into third spot on the ladder after beating the Macksville Bulls by six wickets in Macksville, as Round 13 began last weekend.
The home side won the toss and elected to bat, scoring 5/106 from 20 overs.
Dominic Cooper top scored with 30, and Darcy Gleeson retired on 27 not out.
The Rebels chased down their target with one over to spare, Sahibjit Singh retired on 40 not out off 25 balls.
Oliver Maddox took 2-8 from three overs for the Bulls.
Under 12s
The third round of the second Under 12s season of the summer was decided last Saturday morning.
Bellingen Green won their third straight match to start the season, beating the Sawtell Sixers by ten wickets
Nana Glen and Sawtell win in
Sixers’ penultimate round
By Aiden BURGESS
NANA Glen Lizards and Sawtell Cricket Club have both been victorious in the penultimate round of the Sixers Cricket League’s first grade season.
Nana Glen Lizards clinched this season’s minor premiership with an eighteen run win against Bellingen/Dorrigo Cricket Club, in their one-day match at Fitzroy Oval.
The Lizards won the toss
and elected to bat, and were all out for 155 in the 40th over.
Josh Bartlett top scored for Nana Glen with a knock of 54, and Nicklaus StanlanVelt was next best with 36.
Taylor Gilbert was the best of the Bellingen/ Dorrigo bowlers taking 3-23 from eight overs.
Chasing 156 for victory, Bellingen/Dorrigo were bowled out for 137 in the 39th over.
Zane Guthrie (2-15 from
eight overs), Riley Dagger (2-20 from 5.1 overs) and Josh Bartlett (2-35 from seven overs) were all multiple wicket takers for Nana Glen.
Taylor Gilbert top scored for Bellingen/Dorrigo with a knock of 28.
Sawtell Cricket Club moved into second spot on the ladder with a five wicket win against the Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels, in their one-day match at Richardson Park.
The home side won the toss and elected to bowl, as they had the Rebels all out for 75 in the 38th over.
Toby Bailey was the pick of the Sawtell bowlers taking 3-11 from seven overs.
Zachary Levy took 2-12 from six overs, and Richie Gallichan took 2-16 from eight overs.
Sawtell chased down the target in the 19th over, captain Tyh Murphy top scoring with 23.
Macleay Valley to rejoin AFL North Coast
By Aiden BURGESS
AFL North Coast will have a new addition to its senior competition in 2025.
The Macleay Valley Eagles will play in first
grade for the first time since 2015 with South Kempsey’s Jim Stirling Oval to host senior matches.
Eagles president Justyn Hope said the club hopes to get the whole community involved.
“We’re pretty excited to be back in the competition, but the main thing is we want to make everybody feel like they belong and get the local community
involved in the club,” he said.
AFL North Coast Community Football and Competition Manager Brad Greenshields said other senior clubs were excited about the return of the Eagles.
“When I spoke to the other clubs about the possibility of the Eagles returning to senior football the unanimous response
at Toormina Oval.
The Sixers won the toss and elected to bat, and finished at 8/33 from 17.1 overs.
Kai Hartley took 2-3 from two overs for Bellingen.
The visitors chased down the target in the seventh over.
Diggers Cricket Club Blue won their second match in a row, beating the Sawtell Sloggers by ten wickets at Reg Ryan Oval.
Sawtell scored 9/102 from 20 overs after electing to bat, Jai Levy top scoring with 19.
Sehaj singh Mahal took 2-9 from four overs for Diggers, and Wisam Omer took 2-25 from four overs.
Diggers reached the target in the 19th over, Sehaj singh Mahal leading his side home on 58 not out off 36 balls.
Diggers Cricket Club Red had their second win from three matches, beating Macksville Bulls Blue by 30 runs in Macksville.
The home side won the toss and elected to bowl, with Diggers setting a total of 4/108 from 20 overs.
Zayden Parry (33) and Jennifer Martin (30) both finished not out.
Cooper Heinz had a super spell for Macksville taking 3-1 from three overs.
The Bulls finished at 3/78 from 20 overs.
Urunga Cricket Club won their second game from
Anu Grewal took 3-5 from his four overs for the Rebels.
The final round of the home and away season is set to be played this weekend, with one day matches in Coffs Harbour and Woolgoolga.
The Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels host minor premiers Nana Glen Lizards at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
The Lizards won by seven runs in their only meeting this season.
Coffs Colts Cricket Club will be playing for a finals spot when they host Sawtell Cricket Club at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.
The two sides are yet to
three matches, accounting for Macksville Bulls White by ten wickets at Urunga.
The Bulls finished at 9/40 from 12.1 overs after Urunga won the toss and elected to bowl.
Dominic Gee took 3-2 from two overs, and Brenan Mackenzie took 2-4 from two overs.
Urunga chased down the target in the seventh over.
Nana Glen Lizards recorded their second win in a row, beating Diggers Cricket Club White by 16 runs in Nana Glen.
The home side finished at 8/51 from 20 overs, after Diggers won the toss and elected to bowl.
Cillian Kearney took 2-6 from three overs, and Benjamin Walsh took 2-9 from three overs.
Nana Glen defended their total restricting Diggers to 7/35 from 15 overs, Vivan Bhandari took 2-5 from two overs.
Woolgoolga Cricket Rebels Blue had their first win of the season, a five wicket win against Dorrigo in Woolgoolga.
Dorrigo posted 3/90 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat.
Mia Gilbert top scored for Dorrigo with 27 retired not out, and Huon Jurd took 2-4 from two overs for the Rebels.
The Rebels reached the target in the 16th over.
meet this season after their matches were abandoned. Bellingen/Dorrigo Cricket Club has the bye in the final round. The first-grade ladder is: 1. Nana Glen Lizards. 37 points. 6 wins. 1 loss. 1 no result. 2 byes.
5. Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels. 17 points. 2 wins. 5 losses. 1 no result. 2 byes.
was the more teams the better,” he said.
Greenshields said the return to seniors would help provide a pathway for local juniors.
“The real positive point for me is the people in a town like Kempsey with a population of 15,000 people, will be able to see that if they start playing football at the Auskick and junior levels, there’s a pathway for them to stick with the game and be able to play in their home town as an adult.”
Boambee soar on
has a similar look to last year; many younger players and club veterans.
doubling the advantage with a dazzling display of skill.
Clancy wasn’t done yet.
Ten minutes before the break, the attacking ace struck again, ensuring Boambee went into halftime with a commanding 3-0 lead.
The second half was a breathless, end-to-end contest, both sides pushing to add to the scoreboard.
But Boambee’s firsthalf dominance proved decisive, as they saw out the match to seal a statement victory.
Boambee player/coach Lachie Moye was pleased with the start to the 2025 campaign.
“It's good to be playing some competitive matches months before the season gets underway, seeing where we're at tactically and fitness wise,” he said.
“This season Boambee
“Inclusions involve two former NCF PYL players who are great to have on board.
“Saturday was a well earned win, from front to back every player worked hard in a deserving win.
“Up 3-0 in the first half was some weight off the shoulders, and credit to Majos FC who never threw in the towel; as well as their goalkeeper who made some great saves.
“We should have put away a lot more of our scoring chances, this is something we must work on going forward.”
The reward? A mouthwatering Round 4 road trip north to face reigning Far North Coast champions Bangalow.
"[It is] a challenge we relish,” Moye said.
Meanwhile, Westlawn Tigers defeated East Armidale United 3-0 and Northern Storm squeezed
Countdown to women’s triathlon
By Andrea FERRARI
COFFS Harbour Triathlon Club will host its annual Women’s Triathlon on Sunday 16 March as a fundraiser for Warrina Domestic and Family Violence Services.
Last year’s event was one of the biggest races in the club’s history, with 100 “amazing women” registered, the club’s race director Ado Hawke told News Of The Area.
There are 150 spots available, with all proceeds going to local women’s services.
“This year we hope to continue to grow the event and, in the process, give back to our amazing community.”
Ray BEASLEY
In addition to donating financially to Warrina, the club will also take donations of good quality women’s activewear.
“Our club is renowned for its community and familylike environment,” Mr Hawke said.
“We have a huge range of athletes and abilities and age groups with a few of our more seasoned women having conquered triathlons at world level.”
The event provides different entry options from sprint, super sprint and aqua bike.
“If you like to swim, ride or run, come down and we will have something for you.
“It is an amazing opportunity for women of all ages and abilities to try a triathlon." Entrants meet at the Jetty Foreshore Community Building at 5.30am.
A presentation will take place after the races with competition prizes, a draw and a free breakfast BBQ. See coffstri.com for more information and to register.
Coffs Harbour Golf Club
By Vicki SILVER
Glenice Cutt
Hole: Betty Peen
Hole: Joan Levingston
past Inverell winning 3-1 on penalties after the match was deadlocked at 1-1 after
full-time.
Northern Storm secured another home tie in round 4
whereas Westlawn will be on the road. Yamba went down 6-1 to
Byron Bay and Urunga got knocked out by Armidale Westside on penalties.
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q Boambee player/coach Lachie Moye driving his team forward into the next round of the Australia Cup.
q Coffs Harbour Triathlon Club will host a women’s triathlon on 16 March.
Sawtell Bowls Results
By Geoff HAMPSON
MONDAY Twilight Bowls 17/2/2025
B Tremayne, D Cusack, B Connors DEF R Redman, G Davidson, S Kennedy
A Cusack, K Mason, M Flint DEF
R Avery, D Beedie, D Ryan
S Cook S Beedie, B Kennedy DEF J Chapman, R Hampson, G Hampson
J Martin, L Kratz, K Taylor DEF E Korchma, N Elford, R Fuller
T Wright, J Cherne, N Martin Bellingen Diggers Swimming Club
By Lois LANE
20.2. 25
THERE were ten swimmers tonight.
RACE 1 50m Freestyle nominated time. Will find the results out at ourPresentation.
RACE 2 $ 75m Freestyle
HEAT 1
Jill Williams put the pedal to the metal coming first, in second was
CEX Woolgoolga Lawn Bowl Results
By Suzanne BRACHER
OVER the last two weekends Woolgoolga started Open Gender Pennants, Woolgoolga put in two grades.
Grade 5: 15/2/25 Woolgoolga (D) Sawtell, 16/2/25 Park Beach
Coffs Harbour Ladies Golf Results
By Leah RAY
TUESDAY 18th February 9 HOLE 4 PERSON AMBROSE OVERALL
D O’Meara; EW T Cooper, D Hickie B - NS J Isaacs, M Jil Hosie; EW C Everson, J Michael Jan 21st - J Watson, D Johnson Jan 22nd - NS B Salisbury, J Bryant; EW H Chalk, J Stimpson
Coffs Harbour Rifle Club
By Geoffrey HART
FEBRUARY 12 - Howard St Rimfire
Range. The 60m Field Class match was conducted with 40 participants. Master Grade: Ben R 97.13, Joel Walker 95.6, Daniel Finlay 95.4, Jake Buckley 91.7, A
Grade: Phillip Payne 92.10, Johan Greyling 92.4, Geoff Slattery 92.4, Stuart D 89.3, Matt Walsh 84.3, B Grade: Hayley R 91.1, Cherelle Steinhardt 86.5, Mark Pelmore 81.4, Member-677 80.3, Ryan Banks 79.2, Sarah Jones 78.1, C
Grade: Tyler K 90.5, Anton K 77.3, Jacob W 77.1, Matt Miller 74.1, Cooper Finlay 71.3, Sam Atkinson
68.2, Mitch Upton 68.2, Zac Huls
66.0, Jeffrey W 63.1, Mike M 60.2, Member-933 58.1, Member-926
56.2, Noah Finlay 39.0, Jay Archibald 32.1, Phil Hartmann
32.0, Member-934 16.1, Visitors:
DEF R Cook, J Cherne, C Christian
TUESDAY Ladies Social Bowls
18/2/2025
K Lewis, E Tindall DEF D Grebert, J Townsend
J Brown, N Elford, F Sharpe, J Smithers DEF H Muir, M Sharman, J Partridge, C Hill
A Waters, R Fuller, N Harvey DEF M McDonald, T Rhoades, J Poletti
G Pickard, J Wheeler DEF B Connors, B Eden
H Dodd, L Kratz, L North DEF L Read, L Savage, C Weir
WEDNESDAY Men’s Social Bowls 19/2/025
Amanda Vockler and in third was Paul Sheridan.
HEAT 2
Jo Brotherton flew off the block coming first, in second was Peter Allison and in third was Elizabeth Casey.
HEAT 3
Julie Cornall swam like a 747 coming first, in second was Andrew Denham and in third was Andrew O’Keeffe.
FINAL
Jo Brotherton showed them how it was done coming first (D) Woolgoolga.
22/2/25 Woolgoolga (D) Urunga.
Grade 7: 15/2/25 Park Beach (D) Woolgoolga, 16/2/25
Woolgoolga (D) Nth Beach, 22/2/25 Urunga (D) Woolgoolga.
Social Bowls Tuesday 18th February 2025. P.M (Game Played, Pairs)
McOrist 30.625 (CB) - 2. Jenny
Carson & Elizabeth Brown & Sandra Cheeseman & Chris Cuthbert 30.625
WEDNESDAY 19th February SINGLE VS PAR A GRADE - Dee Anderson + 4, Liz Quinn +1 (CB), Robyn O’Brien +1 B GRADE - Prue Trethowen +3, Shirley Willis + 2, Louise Knight + 1 (CB) NTPs - 3rd hole - Kerry Wilson,
Jan 24th - NS R Roark, P Griffin; EW S Thorne, J Thorne
Jan 25th - NS R Bingham, P Griffin; EW E Colley, D Strachan
Jan 27th - A - R Levy Team - B - P Guthrie Team
Jan 28th - J Watson, D Johnson
Jan 29th - NS S Dilosa, D O’Meara; EW R Rutter, V Gayford
Jan 31st - NS C Coupe, L Coupe; EW C Tilley, R Tilley
Feb 1st - NS B Johns, R Aitken;
Simon Whittaker 73.0, Jason Werrett 72.1, Holly Miller 67.1, Karl Higgins 65.2, Harrison Gerdes 62.1, C. Borkowsky 53.1, Hannah Higgins 49.0, Hunter Werrett 26.0, S. Borkowsky 20.0
The 50m F-Class match was conducted with 24 participants.
Ben R 198.12, Daniel Finlay 198.9, Cherelle Steinhardt 194.8, Cooper Finlay 194.5, Johan Greyling 192.8, Anton K 192.5, Mark Pelmore
192.3, Hayley R 191.8, Joel Walker 190.7, Mike M 189.4, Zac Huls
186.2, Sam Atkinson 186.2, Jeffrey W 185.4, Member-677 184.10, Matt Miller 184.6, Member-926 184.2, Phil Hartmann 183.3, Mitch Upton 177.6, Ryan Banks 163.1, Noah Finlay 139.3, Jacob W 85.0, Visitors: Mirah Miller 179.0, Holly Miller 163.3, Simon Whittaker 116.3 February 19 - Howard St Rimfire Range. The 50m Rimfire Precision match was conducted with 29 participants. Master Grade:
T O’Shea, N Lamond, B Sorrenson DEF M McCelland, R Flynn, J Urge
W Hall, P Weir, A Berry DEF R Smithers, J Rice, L Preston
R Stock, B Martin, P Collins DEF B Fitzpatrick, R Williams, B Clugston
N Stahlhut, B Newling, G Campbell DEF S Birch, G Dennis, S Sillar
T Lavell, B Blight DEF A Baker, N Martin
M Hastings, J Oates, M Aujard DEF P Bird, G Hampson, A Robertson
T Brooks, W Vaughn, J and in the money, in second was Peter Allison and in third was Jill Williams.
RACE 3 25m Breaststroke
There was one bust in this race, Jo Brotherton taking five seconds off her time.
HEAT 1
Paul Sheridan swam like a bat out of hell coming first, in second was Amanda Vockler and in third was Jill Williams.
HEAT 2
Peter Allison came from behind coming first and in second was
Rink 5: J Prosser, P Wroe (D) T McKenzie, P Buck. Rink 6: S Oliver, J Weston (D) J Gibbon’s, Fred C. Rink 9: K Costello, G McInerney (D) C Boyden, G Forbes. Rink 10: M lambert, C Latham (D) D Barnard, B Merchant. Rink 11: J Taylor, S Wall (D) A Wroe, R Gurber. Wednesday 19th February 2025 (Game played Woopi Wanderers)
Rink 9: J Lynn, J Martin (D)
Janelle Paslow, Heather Watkins, 6th hole - Jean O’Connor, 22nd hole - Machelle Nichol, Carlene Bath, 26th hole - Machelle Nichol, Jane Durler, Jean O’Connor FRIDAY 21st
FEBRUARY SINGLE STABLEFORD
LADYBIRD CHALLENGE OVERALL
WINNERS 1 - Leah Ray 38, 2 - Debby France 36, 3 - Trish Nance 35, 4 -
EW E Colley, D Strachan
Feb 3rd - A NS R Roark, D O’Meara; EW A Anderson, D Anderson
- B J Isaacs, M Jil Hosie
Feb 4th - D Featherstone, N McIvor
Feb 5th - NS L Power, M Rogers; EW B Edwards, D McIntyre
Feb 8th - NS R Bingham, P Griffin; EW L Kensell, L Collins
Feb 10th - A NS R Roark, D
Ben R 378.26, Jake Buckley 362.13, Joel Walker 360.13, Daniel Finlay 318.16, A Grade: Jessica Hancock 369.17, Jon Brown 354.12, B Grade: Hayley R 372.19, Member-677 321.12, Mark Pelmore 285.7, Member-440 284.4, C Grade: Mike M 360.13, Claude Besse 327.12, Member-926 321.10, Matt Miller
316.10, Daniel Rees 274.6, Mitch
Mid North Coast Veterans Golfers Association
By Colin CUTT
TUESDAY , 18 February, 2025, 62 members of the MNC Vets played at CEX Urunga in superb weather and on a beautifully prepared course. There was an individual Stableford event in two grades, which was held in conjunction with a two person team event.
The team event was won by Glenys Bonventi and Peter Vernon
Townsend, DEF G Hitchen, R McCelland, S Wilkinson
P Paunovic, K Sharman, M Flint
DEF P Swain, P Roach, D Bond
L Zecchinati, B Kennedy, P Warby DEF D Frost, G Fisher, N Sillar
I Maderic, M Jenkins, G Walsh
DEF R Mitchell, A Birse, P Cook
H Slater, N Wong, R Petterson
DEF A Jones, M Gibbons, W Kellam
C Christian, E Nicolaou, A Sorbello DEF J Chapman, M Cutts, J Murtas
FRIDAY Mixed Social Bowls 21/2/2025
F Sharpe, A Baker, M Sharpe
Elizabeth Casey.
HEAT 3
Amanda Lockman had her froggy legs on coming first, in second was Julie Cornall and in third was Andrew O’Keeffe.
RACE 4 25m Freestyle
HEAT 1
Amanda Vockler rippedher lane apart coming first, in second was Jill Williams and in third was Paul Sheridan.
HEAT 2
Elizabeth Casey held on by the skin of her teeth coming first, in
J Simmons, S Ferro. Rink 10: J Simpson, N Wills, K Costelloe (D) J Nalen, M Mulligan, K Stirling. Rink 11: Bear, R Pillon, D Mason (D) Greg, Brien, David. Rink 12: I Gentle, M Lampert, P Jones (D) P Diamond, C Williams, J Taylor. Friday 21st February 2025 (Game played 2.4.2) Rink 9: Fred C, G McInerney (D) W Gavenlock, B Napper. Rink 10: J Gibbins, R
O’Meara; EW J Archer, B Brebner - B B Salisbury, B Edwards
Feb 11th - M Johnson, D Johnson Feb 12th - NS G Stubbington, J Hunt; EW G Buganey, G Keenan Feb 14th - NS H Pitt, F Gaunt; EW M Pailthorpe, J Abbey Feb 15th - NS J Parker, W Wilkins; EW D Crisp, H Lawrence Feb 17th - A NS P Jonutz, H Eyers; EW R Roark, D O’Meara
Upton 272.11, Brian Brock 270.4, Aaron Drayton 245.1, Tyler K 238.0, Jacob W 162.2, Visitors: Immy Spencer 347.9, Harrison Geddes 336.15, Riley Maccue 323.12, Angus Maccue 290.8, Rahini Spencer 264.1, Mirah Miller 261.6, Melody Evans 217.5, Cloe Borkowsky 175.3, Gurjant Singh 97.2
with a very handy 61 points, from Dave Salvin and John Hall on 59 points. The individual event in A Grade was won by Steve Robinson with 36 points, from runners up Kevin Sandford and Mary Ann Perry with 35 points.
Glenys Bonventi was the leading scorer in B Grade with 38 points, however Glenys won a voucher in the team event, so the winning prize was awarded to Bernie Axford with 36 points, on a countback from Steve Ward and Peter Lawry.
DEF J Brown, J Smithers, E Tindall
S Birch, S Sillar DEF D Frost N Sillar
G Hampson, K Taylor, D Ryan
DEF P Mont, H Muir, K English
J Chapman, A Wagstaff, D Anderson DEF T Wright, P Bird, M Flint
N Kotrozos, J Oates, J Townsend DEF K Sharman, C Christian, A Berry
H Slater, G Denniss, B Newling
DEF B Hamilton, P Paunovic, N Wong
J Urge, T Karam, M Sillard DEF K Lowry, P Roach, W Bujeya
second was Peter Allison and in third was Jo Brotherton.
HEAT 3
Dean Bonventi came in like a wrecking ball coming first, in a dead heat coming second was Julie Cornall Andrew Denham and in third was Amanda Lockman.
Come and join us for some fun and laughter on Thursday night at 5.15.
We would like to thank our Sponsors Bellingen IGA, The Bellingen Providore and Fullers Fresh.
Whelan (D) L Walsh, L Walsh. Rink 11:
D Barnard, G Pallister (D) I Coltman, B Symes. Rink 12: R Gurber, B Merchant (D) N Haines, J Hampstead. Rink 13: J Taylor, P Buck (D) P Diamond, H Katala. Rink 14: S Barnard, J.C (D) J Burgess, K Costelloe.
OVERALL WINNERS 1 - Jennifer Loh 37, 2 - Natalie Heckenberg 35 SINGLE STABLEFORD WESTLAKES
- B NS H Pitt, F Gaunt; EW B Edwards, B Salisbury Across the Field NS H Pitt, F Gaunt; EW R Roark, D O’Meara Feb 18th - P Houlton, W Wilkins Feb 19th - NS L Smith, J Archer; EW G Buganey, G Keenan Feb 21st - NS H Pitt, F Gaunt; EW J Buganey, C Denney Feb 22nd - NS R Bingham, P Griffin
By Ken MASON
TUESDAY 18th
The ball run went down to 32 points.
NTP’s: Colin Cutt (3rd Hole), Wayne Cormick (9th hole), Nick Jenkins (12th hole), Martin Tizzard (16th hole) and Bob Stockton (18th hole).
Also, on Tuesday, 18/02/2025, 10 MNC Veteran golfers competed in a single stableford at Safety Beach, in great conditions.
Winner: Lee Sharma 35.
NTP’s: 9th Peter Wilson, 11th Andrew Tosio.
Ball run to 32 pts.
Sawtell RSL Snooker Club
Table Tennis Results
By Margaret ILES
FRIDAY 21st February, 2025
Division 1
Yash Tyagi d Bo Zhang 3/1, George Ruaporo d Paul Hendriks
3/0, Reece Baker d Lachlan Dierkx
3/2, Reece Baker d Yash Tyagi 3/0, Lachlan Dierkx d Paul Hendriks
3/0, Bo Zhang d George Ruaporo
3/0, Yash Tyagi d George Ruaporo
3/0, Reece Baker d Paul Hendriks
3/0, Lachlan Dierkx d Bo Zhang
Sawtell Golf Results
By Janet O’DOWD
18/2 MEDLEY Stableford Dieder Galas 41, Matthew Sparrius 40c/b, Martin White 40c/b, Joshua Chapman 40. Balls to 34c/b. NTP 7 A: Luke Fry, B: Kyle Banks, C: Ian Reynolds. NTP 11 A: James Murdoch, B: Col O’Connor (pro pin), C: Martin White 19/2 4BBB Georgia Perkins & Linda Graff47, Kate Thornborough & Gaye Hardcastle 44, Robyn
Park Beach Men’s Bowling Club
By Todd BROWN
MIXED Triples Tuesday 18 February 2025
G Williams, C Domjahn, R Beaumont, G Hinsley d S Clouten, A Orr, D Wilson, C Jones 16 - 14
B Worboys, M Cutts, J Murtas d S Rodwell, J Rodwell, C Treharne 27 - 8
J Clarke, K Johnson, M Berube, B Nicko d K Bienefelt, K Elliot, C Keogh, L Clancy 26 - 16
P North, P Booth, J Dunn d A Dorrington, G Power, D Hull 20 - 17
J Long, B Johns, Rosco A d T
Park Beach Women’s Bowls Club
By Anne ORR
THURSDAY 20th February. 1st round of Ladies Major/Minor Pairs. J Farrell, A Worboys def J Clarke, L McLeod 2715. Women’s social bowls Wednesday 19-2-25. L McLean, C McVicar, L McLeod def F Gaunt, K Dunn, B Johns 1815; M Trengrove, P Garner, C Sheridan def B Bodel, Y Hinsley, K Blow 20 -19; E Blanton, A M Taylor, J Pearce-Kennedy def H Illingsworth, C Keogh, Y Schmidt
3/1, Lachlan Dierkx d Yash Tyagi
3/0, Paul Hendriks d Bo Zhang 3/2, Reece Baker d George Ruaporo 3/0, Paul Hendriks d Yash Tyagi 3/2, Lachlan Dierkx d George Ruaporo
3/1, Reece Baker d Bo Zhang
3/0. WINNER: Reece Baker from Lachlan Dierkx.
Division 2
Dan Mueller d Ann Joy 3/0, Lulu Zhang d Andrew Margetson
3/0, Tim Garrad d Dan Mueller 3/0, Ann Joy d Andrew Margetson 3/1, Tim Garrad d Andrew Margetson 3/0, Lulu Zhang d Ann Joy 3/1,
20/2 Play 9 Letitia McEntyre 21, Brian Leiper 19c/b. Balls to 18c/b
21/2 Medley Stableford
Hermie McGuire 37 22/2 Single Stableford Dave Rava 40c/b, Kyle Banks 38c/b Irish Team Stableford Max Neal, Kye Ingram, Jase Taylor & Will Lloyd 124, Todd Riley, Scott
Brown, R Douglas, M Flint 22 - 11
P Lilly, I Trengrove, N McVicar d H Major, AM Taylor, P Lawrence 25 - 17
P Toy, J Thorn, D Condon d M Star, D Catling, R Wisley 24 – 18
D Francis, K Kaaden d K Morrison, J Farrel 16 - 12
C Weatherall, V Valentine, D Valentine d W Moore, J Robinson, P Rambow 21 – 10
J Kennedy, R Oakley, D Walsh d T Aarts, P Elliot, S Jones 33 - 12
Triples Thursday 20 February 2025
M Miller, W Moore, S Jones d B Garner, D Catling, B Trotman 24 - 16
T Cooper, M McCabe, D Burridge d J McLeod, B Edwards, P Newman
23-8; J Davies, J Bishop, D Hargraves def N Barker, K Elliott, A Worboys 16-11; J Kennedy, J Rodwell, L Loadsman def V Salmon, J Farrell, V Slater 29-13; A Orr J Woodford/R Demieo def D Futcher, M Watt 18-13. Social Bowls Friday 21-2-25. S Bailey, D Walsh def G Duffey, D Lindner 16-15; A Orr, R Holloway def D Doyle, C Sheridan 17-15; N McVicar, C McVicar def C Keogh, L Loadsman 29-14; T Brown, R Oakley def C Treharne, S Jones 20-15; D Futcher, R Lane def M Cutts, J Murtas 19-18.Brad, Peter, C Cutt def J Rodwell, R Coffey, M Star 18-12.
Tim Garrad d Lulu Zhang 3/2, Dan Mueller d Andrew Margetson 3/2, Tim Garrad d Ann Joy 3/0, Dan Mueller d Lulu Zhang 3/0. WINNER: Tim Garrad from Dan Mueller.
Division 3 Nick Jankovic d Char Berglund 3/1, King McKie d Dominic Arjona 3/1, Char Berglund d Sharee Templeton 3/1, Nick Jankovic d Dominic Arjona 3/1, Dominic Arjona d Sharee Templeton 3/2, King McKie d Nick Jankovic 3/0, King McKie d Sharee Templeton
Collins, Stephen Thompson & Graham Montgomery112. NTP 7 A: Clint Samuels, B: Chris Chapman, C: Bill Hobbs. NTP 11 A: Ashley Muir, (pro pin) B: Gary Devine, C: Jordan Davis
Ladies Stableford Joy Lawrence 40, Chris Constable 36 Freeforall Linda Graff 20. 1: Gaye Hardcastle19, Liz Jackson 18. 2: Bronwyn Nicholson 19, Elaine Everitt 17. Saturday Sal Linda Rankin. Saturday Sam Sue Flint. NTP Jackie Chapman 23/2 Medley Stableford
18 - 15
G Stanford, C Williamson, R Lane d B Worboys, L Goodacre, P Lilly 30 - 17
G Williams, R Beaumont, G Hinsley d J Lowndes, J Robinson, M Flint 30 - 21
T Lainchbury, R Felton, I Trengrove, D Wilson d K Johnson, G Meyer, K Crooks, R Douglas 35 - 8
N Dean, R Host, J Bishop d P North, P Booth, J Dunn 23 - 16
J Eding, G Power, R Harris d A Dorrington, P Elliot, R Shephard 24 - 9
B Kelly, J Long, R Aitken, J Swan d C Brian, H Major, J Baker, T Erskine 27 – 6
Tyro Final 23 February 2025
Safety Beach Women’s Golf Club
By Marilyn ELY
TUESDAY 18 Feb.
A 4BBB Stableford game, in conjunction with a Single Stableford was played at Safety Beach Women’s Golf Club on Tuesday 18. A great field of 40 ladies started and the winners of the 4BBB were Janelle Coleman and Marlene Power with 43 pts on c/b from Laurie Pilon and Glenda Kennedy. Third were Vicky Aubusson and Deb Morrison 42 pts.
Winner of the Single Stableford
SSAA Benchrest Results
By Rod MADELEY
DAIRYVILLE range. Event was Rimfire 50m Score.
Keiran Grabham 250.11. Bill
Buchanan 249.14. Rod Madeley
249.10. Bernie Axford 249.8. Peter Fleming 249.7. Greg Sutherland 248.8. Hunting rifle: Brett Ewington 246.6. George Finlay 237.5. Ray Lang dnf. Centrefire 100yds Group: Alistair McMillan .2666, sg .168. Peter Fleming .2680, sg .175. Ian Thompson .3310, sg .258. Michael Thompson .3346, sg .123. Rob Evans .3378, sg .239. Keiran Grabham .3440, sg .236. Gary Hunt .3804, sg .271. Rob Hamilton .4062, sg .290. Peter McGrath .4678, sg .320. Wayne Munro dnf. Hunting rifle: Owen .6876, swg .456.
3/1, Char Berglund d Dominic Arjona 3/1, Sharee Templeton d Nick Jankovic 3/2, King McKie d Char Berglund 3/1. WINNER: King McKie from Nick Jankovic.
Division 4
Lindsay Jones d Jo Ellis 3/1, David Iles d Aiden Haigh 3/0, Jo Ellis d Aiden Haigh 3/0, David Iles d Lindsay Jones 3/0, Aiden Haigh d Lindsay Jones 3/2, David Iles d Jo Ellis 3/0. WINNER: David Iles from Lindsay Jones.
Always looking for new players and members.
Sawtell Veterans Golf
By Ian REYNOLDS
RESULTS for 24th February 2025 9 Hole Stroke Net 22 Starters
Social Bowls is played each week Tuesday pm (Open) Wednesday am (Ladies) Thursday pm (Mens) Friday am (Open) Saturday pm (Open).
Greens are open for roll-up Tuesday to Sunday from 11.00am. Barefoot Bowls enquiries through reception please.
Park Beach Bowling Club conducts free bowls lessons every Saturday morning, weather permitting, from 9.30am. All ages and skill levels welcome. Please put your name down at Club reception by 3.00pm Friday to make sure you don’t miss out.
was Deb Morrison 40 pts, runnerup Trish Hill 36 pts and Penny Andrews 35 on c/b from Marney Jefferies.
NTP 4th Trish Hill, 9th Michelle Merrikin, 11th Karen Bellamy.
Thank you Susan Spiller for donating the raffle won by Marian Brading.
Tuesday 4 is the first game for March already and the Monthly Medal 1st Round and Veteran Ball comp is the event of the day. Monday 19 the first Pennant round will be played and Safety Beach Vs Bellingen at Sawtell. Good luck ladies. Once again we have a very strong team.
Woopi Monday Vets Golf
By
Shirley STRAUCH
MONDAY 24th. February 30 starters Winner Geoff Thompson 29
R/U Di Richards 30 2nd.R/U Sue Kempnich 30
NTP 11th. Col Wade Sue Kempnich
NTP 12th. John Dwyer Sue Kempnich
NTP 15th. Col Cafferky
Putting Di Richards 13
This week the NAGA went to Carolyn Taylor with a 49 nett & Bev Jenkinson took out the Frog with 26 putts.
3 great birdies were carded, Col Wade on the 11th, Col Cafferky on the 15th & Dick Cooper also on the 15th
q Winners of Ladies Triples Ann Marie Taylor, Ruth Jupp and Janine Brown.
LOCALCLASSIFIEDS
Tony Keith Gibbons ‘Gibbo’ 21st February 2025
Passed away peacefully at Bellingen Hospital. Coffs Harbour local. Much loved father to Joanne, Carl and Chris. A proud Pa to their children. Brother to Wayne (Dec), Glenn and Paul. A special friend to Veronica. Uncle and lifelong friend to many. Thank you to the medical staff at MNCCI, CHC Palliative Care & Bellingen Hospital for their care and compassion.
Aged 63 years
Forever in our hearts. Until we meet again.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Gibbo’s memorial service to be held on Thursday, 6th March 2025 at 11:00am, at the Coffs Harbour Yacht Club, Marina Dr, Coffs Harbour. Privately cremated.
VICTOR RULLIS
(02) 6651 5007
www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
Wendy Hazel Tyndall 15th February 2025
Peacefully at the Mater Hospital Brisbane. Beloved wife of Padre Graham Whelan. Mother of Haley and Indianna. Aged 65 Years With our Loving Father in Heaven. A private service & cremation was held.
VICTOR RULLIS
FUNERAL SERVICES
(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
ads@newsofthearea.com.au 02 4981 8882
EVANS
Gloria Dawn
21st February 2025, peacefully at Baringa Private Hospital. Much loved wife of Ken (dec’d). Treasured mother of Vicki, Robert, Margaret and mother-in-law of Brian and Steve. Adored nan of 6 and great-nan of 16. Gloria will be sadly missed by all her extended family and friends.
Aged 84 Years
Now With Ken Rest In Peace
Gloria’s Celebration of Life was held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive
Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Tuesday 25th February 2025.
23rd February 2025, peacefully at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Toormina. Dearly beloved wife of Noel (dec’d). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Trevor, Noel Wayne (dec’d), Marilyn (dec’d), Carol, Sue & Ron Vaughan and Kim. Loving grandmother of Tina & Shane, Tammy & Peter and Jade. Adored great-grandmother of Sam, Jordyn, Jackson, Adrianna, Ryder and Arlo.
Aged 86 Years
Forever In Our Hearts
A private family Funeral Service will be held for Marion, followed by private cremation at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
TOLHURST
Dorothy ‘Joyce’
4th February 2025, passed away peacefully, late of Coffs Harbour. Loving wife of Tom (dec’d). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynette (dec’d) & Peter, Barbara & Steven, Gary & Debbie, Jennifer & Andrew and Glenda. Cherished nan of 8 and great-nan of 13.
Aged 92 Years
Reunited With Tom And Lynette Joyce was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.
DUTTON
Keith William
23rd February 2025, passed peacefully at Bellinger River District Hospital with family by his side, late of Bonville. Dearly beloved husband of Daphne. Loving father and father-in-law of Geoffrey & Simone and Warren & Shaley (dec’d). Adored grandfather of Isabellah, Mia and Alice. Loved brother of Elsie, Charlie (dec’d) and Douglas (dec’d).
Aged 90 Years
Cheers I Made It To 90
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Keith’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive
Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Tuesday 4th March 2025 commencing at 10.00 am, thence for interment in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi.
Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Coffs Harbour 6652 1999
KEITH LOGUE & SONS
DIRECTORS
Memorial Notices
Death Notices
June Barbara Lyons
9th February 2025
Sadly passed away with her family by her side. Late of Apollo Drive, Coffs Harbour.
Much loved Mother of Scott, Michaela, Jodie and Kris. Loving Grandma of Rhiannon, Jai, Cameron, Oliver, Gypsy, Jesse, Neve, Heath and Liam. Beloved Sister of Kenneth and Aunt of many.
Aged 84 Years
At peace in her garden and at the beach.
Family & friends are warmly invited to attend June’s funeral service to be held on Friday, 7th March 2025 at 1.30pm in the Chapel of the Coffs Harbour Crematorium, Coramba Road, Karangi.
VICTOR RULLIS FUNERAL SERVICES
(02) 6651 5007
www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
Ruth Oxenbridge
28/12/1934 – 19/02/2025
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, carers and friends.
Beloved Sister, Aunty and Friend to many. Special thank you to the caring and supportive team at the Coffs Harbour Grange Care Community.
Aged 90 Years
“A Faithful Loyal Bearer of the Cross”.
All are invited to attend Ruth’s funeral service on Monday, 3rd March 2025 at 10.30am in the chapel within the Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Coramba Rd, Karangi. Thence for interment within the Lawn Cemetery.
VICTOR RULLIS
(02) 6651 5007
www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au
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UNDER THE VINES
ABC TV, 8.30pm
Set in idyllic New Zealand in the Peak View wine district, this third season of the sunny dramedy sees newcomer William (Mark Mitchinson) ruffling feathers. Charles Edwards and Rebecca Gibney (pictured) are ripe with feel-good warmth as step-cousins Louis and Daisy, now running their inherited Oakley Wines vineyard together. However, as Daisy readies to marry again, the duo must focus on ousting self-declared heir William to save the winery. While former lawyer Louis believes his legal nous will come in handy, Daisy has some “creative” ideas for getting rid of their co-owner.
FRIDAY, February 28
SUNDAY
THE NEWSREADER
ABC TV, 8.30pm
There’s lights, cameras and plenty of action as Australia’s favourite fictional newsreaders leave it all on the table before we bid farewell to the stellar, cinematic drama next week. Three seasons’ worth of secrets and personal struggles explode tonight after threatened News at Six boss Lindsay (William McInnes) takes to destroying the careers he built in a bid to save his own. Dale (Sam Reid) spirals under the pressure of blackmail about his sexuality, while Helen (Anna Torv, pictured) – riding high after Public Eye won the ratings war – is blindsided by a front-page article revealing her history of mental health issues. No one is safe from Lindsay’s vitriol as The Newsreader sets the scene for an unforgettable finale.
MONDAY
DAN SNOW’S GREATEST DISCOVERIES
3.45 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG) 6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. (M) 8.30 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines. (R) 9.20 Mysteries Of The Ancient Dead. (PG) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Bonn. (Msv) 11.45 Sisi. (MA15+s, R) 2.40 Earth’s Natural Wonders. (Final, PG, R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs meets up with Nicole Maguire. 8.30 MOVIE: Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody. (2022, Mdl) An exploration of the life and music of singer Whitney Houston, chronicling her journey from obscurity to superstardom. Naomi Ackie, Stanley Tucci, Ashton Sanders. 11.30 GetOn Extra.
12.00 Australian Idol. (PGl, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
SBS, 8.25pm
History buffs are in safe hands tonight with experienced archaeologist Dan Snow (pictured). True to his profession, Snow is passionate about unearthing mysteries and hidden histories. The return of this docuseries follows the intrepid explorer on a journey to China, where he yearns to learn more about an amazing discovery made just a few years before he was born: the Terracotta Army. Made up of thousands of life-size warriors armed with bronze weapons, the collection of sculptures that guards the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang dates back to 210 BCE. Later episodes take Snow in search of the secrets of Stonehenge, Machu Picchu and even Atlantis. If anyone can track down the fictional island, it’s Snow.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals: Water. (PG)
8.40 MOVIE: Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. (2021, MA15+lv, R) A bodyguard and a hitman work together. Ryan Reynolds, Salma Hayek.
11.00 MOVIE: Lions For Lambs. (2007, Mlv, R)
12.45 Pointless. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Wheel Of Fortune UK. Contestants compete to solve word puzzles in order to win cash and prizes determined by The Wheel. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Malv, R) Guests include Kevin Hart, Jodie Comer, Sofia Vergara and Alan Cumming. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 The Project.
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6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky.
9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 1.30 Optics. (Ml, R) 2.00 Under The Vines. (PG, R) 2.45 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 3.35 The Role Of A Lifetime. (PG, R) 4.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. (PG, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Australian Story: Second Innings – Bharat Sundaresan. (R) Leigh Sales chats to Bharat Sundaresan.
6.30 Back Roads: Great Keppel, Queensland. (R) Heather Ewart visits Great Keppel Island.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025. Coverage of the Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
10.30 The Newsreader. (Mal, R) Rob makes a controversial comment on air.
11.25 Unforgotten. (Mal, R) Sunny and Jess struggle to focus on the case.
12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Tiddler. 3.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.10 Chopped Junior. 8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.40 Speechless. 10.00 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Love Your Home And Garden. (R) 10.00 The World From Above. (R) 11.00 WorldWatch. 11.30 ABC World News Tonight. 12.00 PBS News. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 1. Day 1. 5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (R) 5.30 Hitler: Decoding A Dictator. (Premiere)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Wonders Of Europe. (Return)
8.35 Queen Camilla: The Wicked Stepmother.
9.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PGal, R)
10.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
11.25 Suspect. (MA15+av, R)
3.20 Australia Uncovered: Our African Roots. (PGa, R)
4.20 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Australian Guineas Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (2012, Mav, R) A secret agent is hunted by the government. Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz. 10.15 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010, Malv, R) A rogue military officer uncovers a conspiracy. Matt Damon. 12.30 We Interrupt This Broadcast. (PGa, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 Garden Gurus. (R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. (R) 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 Your Next Cruise. 2.00 Bondi Vet. (PGm, R) 3.00 David Attenborough’s
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Space Invaders. (PGa)
8.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001, PGls, R) A ditzy blonde enrols in law school. Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson.
10.30 MOVIE: Magic Mike’s Last Dance. (2023, Mls)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 Let’s Eat With George. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. Hosted by Neale Whitaker and Andrew Winter. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (s, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Matlock. (PGals, R) Matty and Sarah pose as family to gather information at a senior living facility facing a wrongful death suit.
10.30 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) 11.30 FBI. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
SUNDAY, March 2
TV (2)
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 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 Aust. (R) 2.30 Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens. (R) 3.30 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure. (PGn, R) 4.15 Extraordinary Escapes. (PGl, R) 5.00 This Is Going To Be Big. (PG, R)
6.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. (PG) The mentors evaluate the teams.
8.30 The Newsreader. (Madl) Helen is blindsided by a front-page story revealing her history of mental health struggles.
9.25 Love Me. (MA15+s) Glen and Peter rescue Aaron from a drunken night out.
10.20 MOVIE: Cosi. (1996, Ml, R)
11.55 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R)
12.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.05 Australia Remastered. (R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Speechless. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.05 Late Programs.
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6am Eat
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Wheaties! (2020, PG) 7.40 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 10.00 One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 12.25pm Silverado. (1985, M) 2.50 The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 4.45 Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PG) 8.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) Midnight Secretary. (2002, MA15+) 2.00 Ferocious Wolf. (2023, MA15+, Spanish) 3.55 Falling. (2020, M)
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Love Your Home And Garden With Alan Titchmarsh. (PGa, R) 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 Range Of Motion. (R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 1. Day 2. 5.00 Heroines. (Premiere) 5.30 Hitler: Decoding A Dictator.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Ancient Greece By Train.
8.25 Emperor: Rise And Fall Of A Dynasty. (Mav) Looks at Livia, who starts having regrets.
9.20 Legends Of The Pharaohs. (Ma, R)
10.20 Great British Landmark Fixers. (R) 11.15 Elvis’ Women. (Mas, R)
2.40 Love Your Garden. (R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (MA15+l, R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 Al Jazeera News.
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9.35 The Hunt For Hitler. 10.25 Hudson & Rex. 12.05am Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.20pm Figure Skating. 1.20 VICE. 2.15 Rites Of Passage. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.45 Domino Masters. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 10.10 WWE Legends. 11.45 Hoarders. 12.30am The X-Files. 4.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
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6am Charade. (1963, PG) 8.05 Mr Holland’s Opus. (1995, PG) 10.40 All The President’s Men. (1976) 1.10pm Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 3.15 Sissi. (1955, German) 5.15 Eat Wheaties! (2020, PG) 6.55 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 8.30 Fame. (1980, M) 11.00 Sira. (2023, French) 1.15am Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 2.40 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. H’lights. 1.30 Cycling. Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. H’lights. 2.30 Air Crash Investigations: Special Report. (PGa, R) 3.30 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Australian Idol. (PG)
8.40 The Hunters: The Car Bomb And The Underworld War. (Madv) Takes a look at the murder of John Furlan in 1998 by a car bomb, a crime which has never been solved.
10.15 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery. (Mdlv, R)
12.15 Friday Night Lights. (Madsv, R)
1.15 Travel Oz. (R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6am Children’s Programs. 1.15pm MOVIE: In The Heights. (2021, PG) 4.00 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie. (2014, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Black Adam. (2022, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Sons Of Summer. (2023, MA15+) 11.45 Gotham. 12.40am Arrow. 2.30 Surfing 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Cool Cars & Bikes. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. High Limits World Tour. Night Grand Final. Replay. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers
6am MOVIE: L.O.L. Surprise! The Movie. (2021) 7.00 Children’s Programs. 1.10pm Inside The Superbrands. 3.10 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 4.10 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Turner & Hooch. (1989, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: Gettin’ Square. (2003, M) 11.40 Young Sheldon. 12.40am The Originals. 2.30 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 3.30 Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGals)
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.
9.45 9News Late.
10.15 See No Evil. (Mav)
11.15 The First 48. (Malv) 12.05 World’s Greatest Myths And Mysteries. (PGa, R)
1.00 Destination WA. (R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Customs. (PG, R)
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
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6.00 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.00 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.30 Matlock. (PGl) Tensions escalate when Shae collaborates with Olympia’s team, investigating stolen trade secrets at a tech startup. 9.30 FBI. (Mv) Jubal must search for the truth when his long-time confidential
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MONDAY, March 3
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Sicily With Michael Portillo. (PGaw)
8.25 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (Return)
9.25 Inside Sydney Airport. (PGal, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Wisting. (Malsv)
12.25 A French Case. (Mav, R)
2.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (Ml, R)
2.50 Employable Me (UK) (Mal, R)
3.55 Peer To Peer. (PG, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie, with judges Amy Shark, Kyle Sandilands and Marcia Hines.
9.10 Suits L.A. (Mav) Ted needs Amanda’s help with a new prosecutor in Lester’s murder trial.
10.10 The Oscars. (PGalv, R) From the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. The latest news, sport and weather. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls)
9.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. 10.30 9News Late.
11.00 The Life And Murder Of Nicole Brown Simpson. (Mav)
12.00 The Equalizer. (MA15+v, R)
1.00 Hello SA. (PG)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6am Bran Nue
Dae. (2009, PG) 7.35 Sissi. (1955, German) 9.35
Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 11.15 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 2.40pm Charade. (1963, PG) 4.40 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 6.40 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 8.30 Raging Bull. (1980, MA15+) 10.55
Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.35am Falling. (2020, M) 2.40 Black Box. (2021, M, French) 5.00 Sirocco. (1951, PG)
TUESDAY, March 4
(R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
8.30 Insight. (Return)
9.30 Dateline. (Return)
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. (R)
11.30 Prisoner. (MA15+av)
12.40 Fargo. (Malv, R)
2.25 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (R)
3.20 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Australian Idol. (PG) Hosted by Ricki-Lee Coulter and Scott Tweedie. 9.10 The Hunting Party. (M) The team races to stop Roy Barber, also known as the Couples Killer, before he strikes again.
10.10 The Irrational. (Mav) Alec and Marisa investigate a museum heist. 12.10 Sun, Sea And Surgery. (MA15+a, R) A look at Turkey’s Comfort Zone clinic.
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) 9.00 Madam. (MA15+ls) Mack steps back from the brothel.
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.
7.30 Australian Survivor. (PGl) Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.40 NCIS: Sydney. (Mv, R) A glitzy tech launch turns into a disaster, leaving half of the NCIS team trapped underground.
9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) Torres finds himself in prison. 10.40 10’s Late News.
11.05 The Project. (R)
6am Sirocco.
Continued. (1951, PG) 6.50 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 8.55 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German) 10.55 Shiva Baby. (2020, M) 12.20pm Fame. (1980, M) 2.45 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 4.20 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German) 6.20 From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 8.30 Amadeus. (1984, M) 11.30 Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 1.10am Clean. (2021, MA15+) 2.45 Late Programs.
ONTHEBOX
WEDNESDAY, March 5
THURSDAY,
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Australia: An Unofficial History. (l)
8.35 The Jury: Murder Trial UK. (Mal)
9.30 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+)
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 Blackwater. (Premiere, MA15+alv)
12.15 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlv, R)
3.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (PGal, R)
3.50 Employable Me (UK) (PGal, R)
4.55 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Return, Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Full Sweat. (Premiere, M) Behindthe-scenes at the Hawthorn Football Club.
11.00 Autopsy USA: John Wayne. (Return, Ma)
12.00 Covert Affairs. (Mv, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6am From Here To Eternity. Continued. (1953, PG) 7.10 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957, PG, German) 9.10 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 11.10 Iron Sky. (2012, M) 12.50pm Iron Sky 2. (2019, M) 2.30 Sirocco. (1951, PG) 4.20 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 6.30 Breaker Morant. (1980, PG) 8.30 Platoon. (1986, MA15+) 10.45 Arkansas. (2020, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs.
March 6
Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia Christmas Special. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Finding Your Roots. (PG)
8.30 Hidden Volcano Abyss. (Mal, R)
A look at the eruption of Hunga Tonga.
9.30 Boiling Point.
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Golden Boy. (MA15+s)
12.05 Blackport. (MA15+s, R)
2.35 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. (MA15+l, R)
3.30 Employable Me (UK) (PGa, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG, R)
A speeder will not stop.
8.30 MOVIE: The Butler. (2013, Malv, R)
A White House butler serves seven American presidents across three decades. Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey.
11.10 Autopsy USA: Anthony Bourdain. (Madl, R)
12.10 Damnation. (MA15+asv)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 To Be Advised.
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
MOVIES (32)
6am Breaker Morant. Continued. (1980, PG) 7.05 After Yang. (2021, PG) 8.50 Minari. (2020, PG, Korean) 11.00 Amadeus. (1984, M) 1.50pm From Here To Eternity. (1953, PG) 4.00 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 6.00 The Age Of Innocence. (1993, PG) 8.30 Dangerous Liaisons. (1988, M) 10.45 Nowhere Boy. (2009, M) 12.35am Rush. (2013, MA15+) 2.50 Late Programs.
THURSDAY 6 MARCH
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls)
9.00 Big Miracles. (Mam) 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) 11.30 The Equalizer. (MA15+av, R) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Your Next Cruise. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
News Of The Area COFFS COAST
By David WIGLEY
THREE North Coast Premier League sides booked their place in the fourth round of the Australia Cup on Saturday 22 February, with Boambee leading the charge in emphatic fashion defeating Majos FC at Rushforth Park in Grafton.
Brad Clancy wasted no time making his mark, latching onto a free-kick and rifling the ball into the bottom corner to give Boambee an early lead.
Teen sensation Max Cooper made the transition from junior football to the senior ranks look effortless,
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Boambee soar on
q Boambee player/coach Lachie Moye driving his team forward into the next round of the Australia Cup.
