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By Andrea FERRARI A JOLLY collaboration of young and older people, coming together through music, brought residents of Marian Grove together to enjoy a special Christmas concert morning tea featuring the new Marian Grove/ Mary Help of Christians Ukulele band and the Boambee Public School Choir.

The festive fun took place on Friday 8 December at the Marian Grove Recreation Hall.

Over 80 residents were entertained by the new ukulele group – born out of the ‘Music for the Ages' project which was

q Michael Darragh, CEO of Sawtell Catholic Care, Stephanie Sims from Uko Ono and City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos at the Marian Grove Christnas concert. Photo: Pete Sechi, Sechi Photography.

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As recently reported in NOTA, young students from Mary Help of Christians school had been meeting for six weeks each Friday morning with seniors from Marian Grove Retirement Village and others at The Link.

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q Over 80 residents enjoyed the ukulele music and singing at The Link. Photo: Pete Sechi, Sechi Photography. and had the opportunity to get to know each other over morning tea.

“I popped into the project on the last week to see how the group was going and it was just a delight to watch them perform this morning,” said Michael Darragh, CEO of Sawtell Catholic Care.

“It came together really well, and the residents just loved it.”

At the Christmas party the group performed three uplifting songs, ‘Don’t Worry Be Happy’, ‘He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands’, and ‘You Are My Sunshine’.

This was followed by six Christmas Carols from children as young as kindergarten age in the Boambee Public School Choir.

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“It was a perfect conclusion to a really fun and engaging project,” said Stephanie Sims from Uko Ono, who led the music project.

“Just as important as the music was the opportunity for the young and old folk to engage with each other.

“Everyone involved said they would like the project to continue so that’s success in my mind.”

City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos attended the performance.

“It’s always nice to see how projects funded through Council’s Arts and Cultural Grants play out.

“Coffs is such a creative town and this project showed that you’re not too young or too old to reap the benefits of music.”

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considering that the Moonee footbridge has already been closed for more than twelve months,” local resident Dr Jan Allen told News Of The Area.

The rotting bridge, having become unstable, was closed to the public on 11 November 2022 for safety reasons, with the intention to investigate repair options.

Most of the bridge is on a Crown Lands waterway, with small portions on Crown reserve managed by Reflections Holiday Park and the adjacent National Park.

A spokesperson for the Department of Planning and Environment Crown Lands told NOTA, “The bridge is dilapidated and structurally unstable, with eroded piers and worm damage and is not considered viable for repair.

“The bridge is closed, and barriers have been erected to prevent access to protect the public.

“Crown Lands is investigating the removal of the bridge which will require planning approval.”

There is no current plan to replace the bridge.

Building a new bridge will be subject to further consultation, designs and funding availability.

Crown Lands say the bridge is an ‘orphan asset’

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built sometime in the past by persons unknown and has no tenure.

A Reflections spokesperson told NOTA, “Twelve months ago Reflections closed the Moonee Beach Pedestrian Bridge for the community’s safety, as an engineering report had advised that it was at risk of collapse.

“Since then, Reflections has worked with stakeholders to identify how the bridge could be repaired and whether repairing the bridge was feasible.

“Unfortunately, the bridge is dilapidated and not viable for repair.

“A few months ago, we learnt from the (City of Coffs Harbour) Council that repairs cannot be undertaken as emergency works, and that a development application and detailed studies would be needed (adding considerable extra costs), even just to replace the piles.

“We have also identified that repairs to the bridge would be complex and too costly for Reflections to cover, and that Reflections was not singularly responsible for this as it is a shared management asset.”

As the result of discussions at Coffs Coast Regional Park Trust’s last Board meeting, its Chair, Rod McKelvey,

told NOTA he had recently written to Crown Lands and Reflections Holiday Parks urging them to fast track the removal and replacement of their asset, the bridge across Sugar Mill Creek, Moonee Beach, because it’s a key piece of tourist and community infrastructure, not an “orphan asset” as it they have heard it referred to.

“It protects the Littoral Rainforest and middens by providing a safe public access link to the Crown Reserve at Green Bluff as well as being a crucial link on the Solitary Islands Coastal walk,” said Rod. Rod said the Board has recently completed a culturally approved, accessible path from the end of the bridge to the Bluff, going safely over some of the significant middens.

“Sadly now, without the bridge, the general public is using an informal access track west of the current closed bridge, causing unnecessary damage to this sensitive area.”

Local resident Craig Bellamy told NOTA, “Crown Lands' attitude to the Moonee Beach's footbridge reeks of a lack of appreciation of how significant the bridge is to the local community and the many tourists that stay in their Reflections-managed holiday park.

“Apart from wading the

q The Moonee footbridge has been closed for more than twelve months with no signs of repair, removal or replacement. tidal creek, the bridge is the only access to the glorious Green Bluff headland and Sapphire Beach for fishermen, surfers and walkers.

“It is also part of the iconic Solitary Islands Coastal Walk.

“We are all aware that the bridge involves many agencies but is the monetary responsibility of Reflections and Crown Lands.

“We urge Crown Lands and Reflections to be proactive in facilitating the replacement of the pedestrian bridge at Moonee.”

Based on the latest information from Crown Lands, City of Coffs Harbour’s acting General Manager, Andrew Beswick told NOTA, “The City has corresponded with Crown Lands on the matter on a number of

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occasions.

“The City’s position is that the demolition and reconstruction of the bridge should occur as one project and in a timely manner.

“The City has been advocating for a new pedestrian bridge and is very concerned that there could be significant delays in its reconstruction, if the bridge is demolished before a fully funded reinstatement project is approved.

“The City does not consider it acceptable to have the access removed and calls on Crown Lands to urgently address the matter and reinstate the muchneeded access for both the community and visitors,” he said.

Having sent emails to

various stakeholders, Jan Allen and Craig Bellamy had received little in the way of informative responses.

They then contacted Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh to intervene and get answers.

“Gurmesh has written to the Minister for Lands and Property who has responsibility for Crown Lands and asked for attention to the matter,” Jan said.

Jan and Craig acknowledged, “We are all aware that the bridge involves many agencies but is the monetary responsibility of Reflections and Crown Lands.

“We urge Crown Lands and Reflections to be proactive in facilitating the replacement of the pedestrian bridge at Moonee.”

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Boambee Headland coming back to life

By Andrea FERRARI

BOAMBEE Headland’s littoral rainforest is emerging from the devastating damage of the October 2021 hailstorm that stripped it almost bare of vital foliage.

The restoration is thanks to a team effort between Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare’s Sawtell Dunecare/Boambee Headland group, City of Coffs Harbour’s Coastal Works, plant donations from GIOLink and students from St John Paul College.

Two years and two months since the storm that caused catastrophic defoliation and bark to be stripped from the trees, signs of life returning are everywhere.

Sensing caution in the celebration, Barry Powells, President of Coffs Harbour Regional Landcare, told News Of The Area that extreme weather events are an unpredictable way of life today.

“There were three weather-related things that happened that caused almost irreparable damage to the whole of the headland, with the hailstorm being the start of it,” Barry said.

“It killed so many trees and caused so much damage

to the vegetation, followed by a really wet year, and a year after that it was below average rainfall for the first six months of this year.

“Those three things led to the desecration of the local environment up here,” he said, seated on a bench atop the headland.

Having started planting in May 2022, the team then ran into the wet season. “(This) didn’t affect the young plants but the ageing plants that had been stressed from salt laden air and hail damage were weakened and they possibly got fungal rot, which led to their demise.

“After the dry start to 2023 Coastal Works brought up 2,000 litres of water a week in Autumn to help us out.”

The long-term plan is to restore the headland’s natural ecosystem, which will probably take a whole generation to achieve.

“To do this we will replant the species that used to populate the headland and try and get it to where it was in the past.

“This is one of the most valuable headlands in the whole of Australia’s East Coast – it’s got three endangered ecological communities: Themeda grassland (kangaroo Grass), Floyd’s Grass and a coastal rainforest.”

Trees being planted to replace those dead and

damaged by the storm on the northern side of the headland are endemic natives including: Casuarina, particularly the species that are feed trees to the Glossy Black Cockatoo, Banksia and coastal wattle.

Several other species are also being planted.

Along with the trees, getting good ground cover is important in weed management.

“Without good ground cover you will find a whole lot more weeds.

“Weed seeds have reduced germination with good ground cover which reduces their exposure to sunlight and also reduces soil temperature fluctuations,” said Barry.

The local GEOLink organisation has chosen this site to support as part of the company’s carbon offset program.

“GEOLink has supplied 200 trees in two consecutive years and are promising more next year, for which we are very grateful.”

Overall, 1000 trees have been planted.

Teamwork has played a crucial role in the restoration.

“After the storm we established a plan with Council’s Coastal Works bush regen team.”

Aaron Hartley, team leader at Coastal Works, has shared his extensive knowledge with the rest of the team.

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“He knows more about plants than anyone else I know, and importantly the best place to plant everything,” said Barry.

“We asked the Landcare nursery to plant the species we needed, which they have done fantastically, collecting the seeds and growing young trees and shrubs.

“And we have an enthusiastic, on-going working relationship with

John Paul College – they’ve been up here with students planting trees and weeding with us on several occasions.”

The goal is to improve the habitat for all wildlife, both large and small.

“There’s a strong population of Swamp Wallabies up here, that’s why we ‘tree guard’ everything we plant, otherwise they’ll eat them.”

Bird-life is also returning

to the site.

“We’ve seen a couple of species of honeyeaters and wrens, small finches, a migratory Noisy Pitta, they’re slowly coming back,” he said.

Despite setbacks with extreme weather and some vandalism, the outlook is positive and well supported by locals keen to see Boambee Headland flourishing like it did pre-hailstorm.

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It would see an upgrade to 560 metres of existing pipeline.

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THE City of Coffs Harbour will pursue grant funding opportunities for two major water projects.

At last week’s Council meeting a report was endorsed that would see the City apply to take part in the Australian Government’s next round of National Water Grid funding applications.

The City has two major water projects that may be eligible for

50 percent funding under this program, the Jetty foreshores recycled water main upgrade and the Nymboida Weir tunnel 2 pipeline.

“The Australian Government, through the National Water Grid Fund, is making funding available for priority water infrastructure projects to improve the reliability and security of water for Australia’s regional and remote towns, agriculture, and primary industry sectors,” said City of Coffs Harbour acting General Manager Andrew

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Salvos Store’s fresh beginning

By Andrea FERRARI

A NEW Salvos Store has opened to the public at 224 Harbour Drive, Coffs Harbour in the premises of the organisation’s former Family Store.

Renovated, refreshed and ready to do business,

the transitioned op-shop was officially opened by City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos on Thursday 14 December.

Salvos Area Manager Zac Nanscawen told News Of The Area, “To welcome the Coffs Harbour team to the Salvos Stores family were special

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guests Aunty Kim from the Gumbaynggirr nation, who gave a lovely Welcome to Country, Mayor Paul Amos, who shared a heartwarming story on many of the great things Salvos do in the local community, along with Area Officer Colin Maxwell leading in dedication and prayer.

q The Salvos Store Coffs Harbour was officially opened by City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Paul Amos, assisted by Store Manager Sylvia Opsteegh.

“Mayor Amos even brought along the ‘scissors to the city’ to cut the ribbon.”

Over 100 people gathered in anticipation of the store opening, who were treated to Christmas Carols from local musician Alyssa Kluska.

Zac kept the crowd of shoppers amused with numerous dad jokes and general chatter.

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Game changer for pacemaker patients

By Andrea FERRARI A GAME changer for Coffs Harbour Health Campus’ pacemaker service comes in the form of a state-ofthe-art PlasmaBlade system donated by a local couple.

The $34,000 device was gifted to the service through a $14,000 donation from Coffs Harbour couple Rob and Margaret Chapman and a bequest.

Having the device on site ensures local patients can undertake their vital operation at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.

Coronary Angiography Nurse Unit Manager Maura Kelly said the lightweight electrosurgical system

is used for soft tissue dissection, enabling surgeons to quickly and safely replace pacemaker batteries or devices.

“We are very grateful for this donation because we can offer the highest level of care for pacemaker replacements at the Coffs Harbour Health Campus,” Ms Kelly said.

“It means these patients have their local support network of family and friends nearby.

“The donation also delivers better medical outcomes for our patients.

“This relatively new technology is as precise as a surgical scalpel and limits blood loss and tissue damage, which means

patients heal faster.

“This is a game changer for our pacemaker service, and we can’t thank the Chapmans enough for recognising the need and responding to it.”

Rob and Margaret Chapman are drawn to philanthropic work with their local hospital and have previously donated equipment to the hospital’s Paediatric Unit, Medical and Surgical units, and Emergency.

“The health service can’t be expected to fund everything it would like to have,” Mrs Chapman said.

“We like to support our local hospital and its wonderful staff so that they can purchase additional equipment likely to benefit as many people as possible.”

Mr Chapman said he

dedication and patience,” said Zac. 100 percent of profit from purchases and donations through Salvos stores fund The Salvation Army programs for communities, including assistance to homelessness, hunger, domestic violence and general community assistance, on both a local and international level.

q Cardiologist Dr Austin May, Coffs Harbour Health Campus General Manager Lydia Dennett and Coronary Angiography Nurse Unit Manager Maura Kelly express their gratitude to Rob and Margaret Chapman for a $14,000 donation that has enabled the hospital’s pacemaker service to acquire a state-of-the-art PlasmaBlade. encouraged others who were able to donate to consider giving to their local public hospital.

“This is one way to

guarantee these donations not only help sick people and their health professionals, but also their families, friends and neighbours.

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“It’s a wonderful feeling knowing that our donation will make a real difference in so many people’s lives,” Mr Chapman said.

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Cheers went up for Sylvia, Jenny, Will and the whole team, known as Changemakers.

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By Andrea FERRARI BRAINSTORM Mid North Coast is a nonprofit community group in Coffs Harbour for people with lived experience of mental health conditions.

Family members or carers are also welcome.

It’s emerging as a small force within the community since it was formed in 2016.

The mental health consumer advocacy group’s main aim is to improve service delivery in the region, Brainstorm Mid North

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Brainstorm advocates for community approach to mental health

COAST (BMNC) spokesperson Julie O'Halloran told News Of The Area The group meets once a month and would value more people in the community to come for coffee, cake and a chat.

“Living with a mental health condition can be isolating, and coming together with others in the community who understand what it's like can help in recovery as well as provide information, inclusion and support,” said Julie.

“We focus on making changes in mental health care policies and programs through advocacy based on our own lived experiences.

“We ‘brainstorm’ ideas and discuss responses to current or emerging issues of interest in the mental health care sector,” she said.

The informal meetings are inclusive and non-judgemental, where people can openly discuss issues affecting their access to and experience of mental health care services, or topics that interest them in that area.

“We combine our voices to make written submissions or give feedback to Inquiries or committees when they arise.”

Brainstorm MNC has been involved in consultations around the refurbishment of the mental health unit at Coffs Harbour Base Hospital, has participated in various research projects, had input into reviews like the Productivity Commission Inquiry, and the current NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into mental health services.

The purpose of the group is to effect positive changes in mental health services, using members’ own experiences to improve things for others.

The voice of those with lived experience is crucial in this process.

“We want to speak up, advocate for changes in the system, and make a difference so that others are better served in the future.

“A regional focus is important as we have different needs and different circumstances to those who live in metropolitan areas.

“We want to promote the rights of those with mental health conditions, improve the delivery of services and make them more responsive to the needs of those living with

these conditions and their carers/families,” said Julie.

While making changes to the system can take time, members also try to make small changes in people’s lives by providing care packs to patients on discharge from the local mental health unit and hosting fortnightly morning teas there to reduce stigma and offer support.

“We have provided around 1,000 packs since we started.”

The emergency food and hygiene care packs, funded by the Pink Ladies Auxiliary, is a practical support when people leave the hospital and return home.

“Going home can be really disorientating and unsettling, and these packs mean that people don't need to worry about what to eat if they have nothing in the cupboard.

“If there isn't a support network for someone at home, it can be very tough.

“We know what it's like, and it's a small gesture to show we understand, and we care.”

The pack includes an information brochure about local mental health and welfare services, as it can be overwhelming

Fyrebirds soar to new heights

By David WIGLEY

IT’S been an exceptional year for Coffs Harbour musical duo Jet and Jack Fyrebird, known as The Fyrebirds, who shared stages with Australian music legends and entertained

q Jet and Jack Fyrebird - ‘The Fyrebirds’ performing at GIO Stadium in Canberra.

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packed NRL stadiums.

Jet Fyrebird embarked on her musical journey by performing at events across the Coffs Coast.

In 2022 she joined forces with the talented guitarist and musician Jack Fyrebird, and

together as The Fyrebirds, their musical career soared.

June marked a pivotal month for The Fyrebirds as they supported The Fabulous Caprettos, gracing the stage with luminaries like Daryl Braithwaite and Thirsty Merc's Rai Thistlewayte.

Reflecting on the experience, Jet Fyrebird stated, "Playing alongside legends whose music inspired me growing up was incredible.

“Daryl Braithwaite, Rai Thistlethwayte, Jack Jones, Russell Morris – these are amazing Aussie icons we've always enjoyed performing with."

In February the band supported iconic American band Everclear in the country's capital.

“Then, later we performed at the Sounds of Rock in Brisbane in front of massive, energetic crowds.

“To perform with international acts such as Billy Ocean was awesome.

“It was a spectacular line-up and gig to be part of working alongside Leo Sayer, Thirsty Merc, Russell Morris, The Black Sorrows, Dragon, Bachelor Girl and Eurogliders.

“We also got to support some of our favourite artists - the Screaming Jets, Birds of Tokyo, Wolfmother, Baby Animals, Ian Moss,

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q Julie O'Halloran and Javier Serrano from Brainstorm Mid North Coast.

navigating the system while recovering.

While members provide personal support and friendship to each other, it is not a support group.

“Establishing a peer run support group in Coffs Harbour was one of our goals, so it's great that one has recently started.

“The Banksia Group runs every second Wednesday from 1.30pm - 2.30pm in the Wombat Room at the Neighbourhood Centre.”

Brainstorm MNC encourages the community to share details of the group to friends or relatives who have a mental health condition and may be interested in stepping into the advocacy arena and speaking up as someone with lived experience, or join in for social reasons.

Any additional information on local services for the brochures is also welcome.

See Brainstorm Mid North Coast Facebook page for details on the meeting day, time and place for next year, or on instagram @brainstorm.midnorthcoast, or email brainstorm.mnc@gmail.com to be put on the mailing list.

Phil Jamieson, You Am I, Ross Wilson, and The Radiators - in what has been a memorable year.”

Known for their rockstar sound and appearance, The Fyrebirds have become crowd favourites at NRL matches.

"GIO Stadium Canberra, with its 25,000 capacity, was an incredible venue to perform to such a huge crowd," Jet Fyrebird shared.

Following a whirlwind year around the country, they are eagerly anticipating the start of January in their hometown, with their debut record due for release.

"We look forward to kicking off the new year back in our hometown on January 5 at the Backroom Coffs Harbour.

"We're thrilled to announce the upcoming release of our first single, 'Rock You Shock You’.”

Currently in production with Grammy Award Winning Producer Nick Didia, known for his work with Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen and Powderfinger, the band have also been announced as an opening act at the main stage for The Big Chill Festival 2024 which includes headliners Diesel, The Rubens, Kingswood and more.

A tour of the east coast and capital cities will soon follow.

“Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates," she concluded.

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Creative Artists Group wraps up for Christmas

By Andrea FERRARI

CELEBRATING a successful year of art, members of the Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group (CHCAG) members and tutors have downed tools until 2024 and celebrated with two Christmas parties.

The Coffs Calligraphers group enjoyed one gathering, while the other was for CHCAG members and guests “It was great to see members and guests enjoy the festivities, food, and fun on both occasions,” CHCAG President Sue Roberts told

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“The Coffs Calligraphers always make the most of their last class for the year, with a fun morning’s lesson - this time creating gift tags under the expert eye of Cris – followed by lunch, and more fun and games.

“The CHCAG Christmas party was also well-attended, with lucky door prizes, the raffle draw, and a prize for best Christmas hat, along with light refreshments provided by the members.”

Although there are no classes offered until Term 1 in

2024, CHCAG will be holding an Open Day on January 21 and a one-day Oriental Brush Painting workshop on February 17, with the theme ‘Year of the Dragon’.

“This will be facilitated by long-time, award-winning artist Riki Allsop,” Sue said.

“And of course, we will be negotiating with new and old tutors in preparation for 2024’s classes; we aim to add something different alongside the perennial favourites.

“Memberships – new or renewal – are due in January.

“We hope to welcome

new and old members alike.

“CHCAG is a community of artists willing and able to share their knowledge, expertise, and friendship.”

You don’t need to be a member of CHCAG to join classes, workshops or Demonstration Days, although membership

q Two of the creative hats at the Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group Christmas party.

q The Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group calligraphers celebrate the end of a happy year with Christmas lunch.

q Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group calligraphers enjoy their Christmas event.

provides access to all classes and special interest groups, as well as discounted classes and workshop fees.

Members also have the opportunity to display and sell their artwork in any or all of the exhibitions held throughout the year.

The current exhibition ‘Members End of Year’ is on show until January 31, to be followed by the ‘Black, White & Red’ exhibition, opening on Sunday 4 February and running until 20 March.

Want to know more?

Check out the Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group’s website, Facebook page, or contact the CHCAG’s President, Sue Roberts, on 0428 491 862 or email chcagclassesworkshops@ gmail.com.

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Decade Danse opens in Bello

By Andrea FERRARI

DECADE Danse, an art exhibition by FrenchAustralian artist Janet Besançon, shows an evolution of the artist’s work over the last ten years featuring “observations of our area in the life of a citizen of the globe”.

The opening celebration is Saturday 5 January 2024 at Bellingen Gallery and Framing Studio from 5pm to 7pm, where visitors can meet and chat with Janet.

Janet shared with NOTA her inspiration for Decade Danse.

Having grown up in

France, she travelled the world.

“Now I am here in Gumbaynggirr Country enjoying my life in the beautiful surroundings of the Mid North Coast,” she told NOTA. “I am surrounded by families from many different countries, (including) many refugees.

“As a teenager I moved from the French countryside of Champagne to urban Paris and discovered a whole world of immigrants coming from Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Portugal.

“In Coffs, refugees have gratitude for their hosting

q French-Australian artist Janet Besançon paints with connected gratitude to Gumbaynggirr Country.

country.”

That is her inspiration.

“When you are not born here, you feel that Australia is not to be taken for granted.

“We proudly represent our new country wherever we are.

“Through my artwork, I represent our country to galleries and collectors here and in Europe.”

Her life journey, the land she lives on and the people she meets are also influences.

“I have a unique way of painting; I can say that I am the only artist to mix French and Gumbaynggirr pigments and Australian clay,” she said.

Clay is an important element in her painting because it is traditionally used to heal.

“Using materials from Australia and France keeps my

q On Tracks, featured in the Decade Danse exhibition by Janet Besançon.

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feet in two worlds, and this is important to me as a migrant.

“I have humbly sought permission from various first nation elders from Gumbaynggirr country to use local pigments I collect in the bush.”

In Janet’s artwork, the human interconnection is very often represented through circles.

“I believe that our actions, small or big, are influencing the march of the world, so let’s be guided by kindness for a more peaceful world.”

It was ten years ago that she began to explore abstract art in Malaysia where she did a solo exhibition in Kuala Lumpur.

A decade later, in her

second solo exhibition visitors will see a progression of her style going from figurative to large abstract pieces.

“I hope to touch lots of hearts as I work, live, create and raise my four kids with my heart first.

“Choosing to be a fulltime artist is not the easiest pathway in the straight world, but it is my way to give back the luck I have every day to be alive in the Coffs community and in the Mid North Coast.”

Decade Danse is on from Monday 1 January until Thursday 29 February 2024 at Bellingen Gallery and Framing Studio, 44 Hyde Street, Bellingen.

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Musical mateship: Men’s Shed band welcomes all ages ment to join their melodic movement

By David WIGLEY

THE Men’s Shed rock band set the stage ablaze with music in the Backroom at the Coffs Hotel on Saturday 9 December, showcasing a diverse repertoire that spanned from Marvin Gaye to Dire Straits.

Rick Cook, the band’s seasoned drummer, actively encouraged new members to immerse themselves in the musical action.

“Our music section has over 35 members, with four bands currently honing their craft on different days.

“The atmosphere is incredibly social, and the Men’s Shed offers a well-equipped rehearsal room complete with air conditioning."

Welcoming musicians of all ages, music organiser Billy Trembath emphasised their openness to young performers who might not otherwise have the opportunity to play

in a full band.

“It's all about fostering a love for music,” he said.

“The boys (from the Men’s Shed) were going to play in the Beer Garden but it was so hot, we switched the gig to the Backroom with its magnificent air conditioning and sound system.

“We are creating a fantastic environment for musos to play, meet each other and collaborate together.

“The boys from the Men’s Shed are back on Friday 2 February for a fundraiser where all proceeds will be reinvested in new music equipment.

“Music is for everyone, we have players from aged twleve and upwards, it’s not easy for up and coming musos to get a stage to play on so we are providing a platform for everyone including a venue for touring acts,” Trembath said.

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Care planes fuelled up

By Andrea FERRARI

SPOTTING a simple and effective way to support families with seriously ill children, Sawtell Catholic Care has got on board Little Wings’ Return And Earn Campaign, ensuring proceeds from their bottle collections benefit the non-for-profit organisation to help fuel its planes.

Little Wings provides free, professional, safe flight and ground transport services for seriously ill children in rural and regional NSW, ACT and QLD, flying them to specialist medical treatments and hospital appointments often in major cities.

By doing this they ease the financial burden, emotional strain and travel fatigue that families experience due to the long-distance travel associated with receiving vital medical treatment far away from home.

The service is 90 percent volunteer-led, with 100 percent of all pilots and drivers volunteering their time and expertise to keep Little Wings in the air and on the road.

Little Wings’ mission is only made possible because of the incredible support by the community.

In 2023, Little Wings supported 280 missions out of Coffs Harbour airport.

Coffs Harbour resident Catherine Blake became aware of the Little Wings services when her daughter,

Eleanor, was diagnosed with a rare condition, Perthes disease - a lack of blood supply to the femoral head - a year ago.

Eleanor experiences chronic pain which limits her mobility and uses a wheelchair for a majority of her time.

“We found out about Little Wings by word-ofmouth when searching for an easier way to travel to/from specialist appointments in Sydney from Coffs Harbour with our two-and-a-half year old and one-year-old boy, at that time,” Catherine explained.

“Someone suggested we try Little Wings and we haven't looked back.

“They've made the travel easier on us.

“Nothing’s ever an issue.”

Eleanor and Catherine travel overnight for specialist reviews and are able to be reunited with family in a shorter period of time.

Reflecting on their personal journey with Little Wings, Catherine commented, “Being able to give back to an organisation that constantly gives, was our one wish.

“Little Wings holds a special place in our hearts.

“They've been there for us from the beginning of Eleanor's journey and continue to support us every step of her journey.

“Every volunteer, every family of a sick child has a different story, but the

q Eleanor with her mother Catherine and baby brother Ben. one thing that hits home throughout is the love shown.

“We hope that raising funds raises awareness and we are encouraging the Coffs Coast community to join us in raising money for Little Wings through the Return And Earn program at Sell And Parker.

“It doesn't get much easier - raising money while recycling and reducing waste,” she said.

Clare Pearson, the CEO of Little Wings, shared her appreciation saying, “I am deeply moved by the

incredible support we've received from Sawtell and the community of Coffs Harbour through our Return And Earn Campaign.

“By channelling proceeds from bottle collections into fuelling our planes, we are not just sustaining our operations but also ensuring that families like Catherine Blake's, facing the challenges of a seriously ill child, can access vital medical treatment in the city hospitals.

“With every 20 bottles returned, the community

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Eleanor, with a spica cast on, and brother Ben.

contributes one litre of fuel, and we earnestly invite local preschools, schools, businesses, and clubs to join our Fuel Our Planes campaign, making a tangible impact on the lives of children in need."

Luke John, Manager at Sell And Parker, a return and earn site, expressed his pride in being the official Coffs Harbour depot partner for the Little Wings ‘Fuel Our Planes’ fundraiser campaign.

"We are honoured to support Little Wings in their vital mission,” he said.

“Simply bring your recyclable containers to Unit 4/313 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour, or give us a call at (02) 8212 9577 for a free pickup.

“We're open Monday to Saturday and ready to contribute to this meaningful cause."

If you would like to nominate your school, business or sporting club to participate in Little Wings’ Fuel Our Planes fundraiser campaign please contact info@littlewings.org.au.

RFBI celebrates successful Christmas Card Competition q Thomas with his family and Samantha, Lifestyle Supervisor at RFBI.

RFBI is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of its annual Christmas Card Competition, bringing together hundreds of students across NSW and ACT to kick off the festive cheer in time for Christmas.

Since 2014, RFBI has been coordinating this joyful community engagement program and with each passing year, it has grown, drawing in more students and schools to participate.

The competition aims to foster a sense of community spirit and intergenerational connection by involving students across NSW and ACT and local RFBI residents.

Every design submitted is carefully reviewed by their local village residents and a winner from each school selected.

This year posed a delightful challenge for RFBI Coffs Harbour Masonic Village residents who had to choose from so many beautiful artworks.

In the end, residents

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q Hugo receiving his certificate from Samantha Breakspear, Lifestyle Supervisor, RFBI Coffs Harbour Masonic Village.

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couldn’t find just one winner and RFBI offers a huge congratulations to Hugo and Thomas, the creators of this years’ winning designs.

“Christmas is a special time of year because it makes people happy.

“The elves are making presents to spread joy,” commented Thomas from

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Ulong Public School.

Sue Beehag, General Manager at RFBI Coffs Harbour Masonic Village said, "The Annual Christmas Card Competition is a wonderful way to bring our communities together and celebrate the joy of the holiday season.

“We are thrilled to

see the incredible talent displayed by the school children around our village and the joy this initiative brings to our residents.

"We want to extend our thanks to all of the students and residents who took part in making this year's Christmas Card Competition a resounding success."

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Fuel sponsorship for Woolgoolga Marine Rescue

By Andrea FERRARI

SPONSORSHIP by Lowes Petroleum of its fuel needs brings reassurance to Woolgoolga’s Marine Rescue Service.

Woolgoolga Marine Rescue’s Unit Commander Brian Taylor, who oversees the training of volunteers up and down the coastline, said the value of corporate sponsorship is highly valued.

With a brand new 9.6 metre Naiad Hamilton Jet boat to run, the unit no longer has to worry about fuel costs with regional fuel transporter Lowes Petroleum providing fuel and lubricants for the busy rescue operation.

“The new boat is powered by a Cummins 575 horsepower engine,” Commander Taylor said.

“At top speed of 33 knots, we’re using around 75 litres per hour and, when cruising

at 22 to 25 knots, we’re around just over 50 litres per hour.

“So, you can see why the donation of fuel from Lowes Petroleum is so greatly appreciated.

“We cover the unit at Wooli in the north, to Coffs Harbour in the south and we’re surveyed to go 30 miles out to sea,” Commander Taylor said.

“It’s a fair area we’re responsible for.”

The donation of fuel also means the Marine Rescue team can train more extensively.

“When you are a not-forprofit, you do have to weigh up your running costs, so this gives us the flexibility to train more often.”

With Woolgoolga one of 45 strategic marine rescue locations across the NSW coastline, Lowes Petroleum Sales Manager Roger Hay,

who was instrumental in initiating this collaboration, hopes this is the start of many more such relationships.

“It’s a win for the community,” Mr Hay said.

“Everyone sees these guys out on the water doing an incredible job and, whether you use them or not, you’re always happy to know they’re there.

“We supply diesel for the new boat and oil or grease for the tractor and trailers.

“We are offering support where we can.

“They risk their lives to keep everyone safe, but I don’t think they see it that way.

“It’s something they’re passionate about: they’re helping people, and they enjoy that.

“The benefit is - it keeps the rest of us safe.”

Lowes Petroleum is also providing marquees for cover

at Marine Rescue’s monthly markets and fuel vouchers for raffle fundraising.

“We’re happy to get on board with anything they’re running to help out.”

With a depot based in

q Woolgoolga Marine Rescue Unit Commander Brian Taylor with Lowes Petroleum Sales Manager Roger Hay.

Grafton, Lowes Petroleum works closely with the commercial fishing fleet in the area, along with the industrial side of the marine economy.

“We also have many

recreational boaters as customers, so anything we can do to help people be safe on the water is good for everyone,” said Mr Hay.

30th Salvos Toy Run a super success

By Andrea FERRARI

THE Mid North Coast Harley Owners Group (MNC HOG) Salvation Army Toy Run on Sunday, 10 December has been hailed a huge success.

Following the 30th Toy Run, Mid North Coast Harley Owners Group director Dennis Pearce said, “215 bike riders and their pillions took part in this spectacular event.

“The riders and their bikes went to a lot of effort to look the part on the day, in particular Santa Jim and Head Elf Belinda,” he said.

Pastor Andrew Van Gaalen from the Salvation Army told NOTA, “The results of donations to the MNC HOG Toy Run are amazing.

A total of $14330.00 was raised, which does not include any credits deposited directly into the Salvos bank account.

“Without the help of the MNC HOG we would not have

q Santa Jim, a big hit at the Mid North Coast Harley Owners Group Salvation Army Toy Run. enough to go around this Christmas,” Mr Van Gaalen said.

q Head Elf Belinda, a star performer at the Mid North Coast Harley Owners Group Salvation Army Toy Run.

Mr Pearce was very proud of the efforts of his group of bike enthusiasts.

“This is an outstanding result of which the entire chapter can be proud of,

not just MNC HOG members but the general motorcycle community, Ashley and the

V-Twins team and fellow HOG chapters who supported the event,” he said.

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Coffs Harbour Men's Shed and WIRES join forces to help the environment

By Mick BIRTLES

IN a yet another display of community spirit and environmental stewardship, the Coffs Harbour Men's Shed has undertaken a remarkable initiative by constructing several possum boxes to aid WIRES MNC (Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service Inc Mid North Coast) in their mission to support and protect local wildlife.

WIRES, a volunteer organisation dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating native animals, often relies on the generosity and ingenuity of local communities to provide essential resources for their work.

The recent efforts of the Coffs Harbour Men's Shed highlight the power of collaboration and community engagement

in preserving Australia's unique biodiversity.

Possums, known for their nocturnal habits and tree-dwelling lifestyles, face various challenges in urban environments.

Loss of habitat, increasing urbanisation, and other human-related factors can disrupt their natural habitats.

Possum boxes serve as homes, providing a safe and secure environment for possums to nest and raise their young.

The Men's Shed, a community-based organisation that fosters social connections and skill-sharing among men, decided to channel their talents into a project with a positive impact on the local ecosystem.

Armed with woodworking skills and a commitment to

conservation, members of the Men's Shed crafted a significant number of possum boxes designed to meet the specific needs of these marsupials.

Mr Chris Hansen, President of the Coffs Harbour Men's Shed, told News Of The Area, “Once WIRES MNC advised us of the need, we saw an opportunity to contribute to the welfare of our local wildlife, and the response from our members was great.

“The possum boxes were crafted with care and precision as there are some nuances required for each particular species and we're delighted to know that they will provide much-needed homes for possums in the area."

Last week the possum boxes were handed over to some very grateful WIRES

Apolitical Foundation.

Locale Learning’s is one of 26 organisations recognised for its dedicated efforts in improving the mental wellbeing of political leaders.

As a provider of comprehensive training in leadership skills, governance,

planning systems and community engagement, Locale Learning places a specific emphasis on enhancing the mental resilience and wellness of councillors.

“Acknowledging the demanding role of local elected leaders, our program integrates mental wellbeing strategies as a core facet of

q WIRES Mid North Coast volunteers Sarah Kemeny-Packwood (left) and Lara Reading (right) gratefully accept the much needed possum boxes from Coffs Harbour Men’s Shed members Peter Jackson, Ib Mortinson, David Churchyard, Ken Ryan and Brian Franklin. Photo: supplied.

MNC representatives at the Coffs Harbour Men’s Shed.

“The production of these possum boxes is very timely as it will help greatly with an upcoming release program we are preparing for,” added WIRES MNC Possum

Coordinator Sarah KemenyPackwood.

The collaboration between these two community organisations exemplifies the positive impact that local initiatives can have on the environment.

As communities continue to come together to address environmental challenges, the efforts of groups like the Coffs Harbour Men's Shed serve as a reminder of the potential for positive change at the grassroots level.

effective leadership,” Emma Broomfield, Founder and Lead Facilitator at Locale Learning told News Of The Area.

“We provide induction and professional development training for local councillors across NSW including for councils here on the Coffs Coast and in the Clarence.”

The recent accolade from the Apolitical Foundation comes as Locale Learning's commitment to prioritising mental wellbeing stands out in the global landscape of political leadership accelerators.

The foundation's publication, ‘Trailblazing Organizations Supporting Political Leaders’ Mental Wellbeing’, recognises Locale Learning as one of the select few organisations championing mental health as an integral aspect of political leadership strategies and skill development.

"We are honoured to

be acknowledged by the Apolitical Foundation for our dedication to fostering mental resilience among political leaders," said Emma.

"Our mission has always been centred on equipping councillors with the tools not only to excel in their civic duties for their communities but also to ensure their personal sustainability in the face of varied and multiple responsibilities."

The Apolitical Foundation's forthcoming research report delves into the current state of politicians’ mental wellbeing and the evolving demands of the 21st-century political landscape.

This study aims to shed light on the unique challenges faced by political leaders globally and highlights the pivotal role played by organisations like Locale Learning in nurturing resilient and effective leaders.

Anna Miley, Locale’s resident Mindset and Political Wellbeing coach, well known on the Coffs Coast as a yoga teacher, said, “We are thrilled to be recognised as leaders in this space.

“My passion is supporting highly-capable, purposeled people and I am excited that we are amongst the first organisations globally to be actively supporting the mental wellbeing of elected leaders as a primary service and not just as a side note offering.”

Locale Learning remains committed to its mission of empowering councillors with the necessary skills and support systems to navigate the intricate dynamics of leadership while safeguarding their mental health.

For more information about Locale Learning and its initiatives, please visit www. localelearning.com.au.

Woopi’s Locale Learning internationally recognised

By Andrea FERRARI

LOCALE Learning, a small business based in Woolgoolga specialising in training and professional development targeted at empowering local government councillors, has been recognised by the

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VIEW continue key fundraising for The Smith Family CHRISTMAS fundraising for The Smith Family was held on 11 December 2023 by the Urunga VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education for Women) Club, supporting and advocating education for young, disadvantaged Australian children.

This year, the Urunga VIEW Club raised more money than ever before for the charity.

“Thank you to our members who donate, create

and provide their time to keep our branch strong,” a spokesperson for the Urunga VIEW Executive said.

“This year we have raised more money than any other year for The Smith Family.

“Great work!”

The Executive also expressed their thanks to local businesses for their ongoing support of the club.

“Thank you to local businesses who supported us throughout the year: The

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Honey Place, Club Urunga, Dick and staff at East Garden Restaurant in Club Urunga and Anchors Wharf.”

The Urunga VIEW Club meets on the first Monday of each month (February to December).

“We meet at Club Urunga for lunch, informative guest speakers and entertainment.

“Come and join us – all women are welcome!”

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q Urunga VIEW Club President Merridy Anderson, Delegate Bettina Taylor and Area Advisor Cynthia Guyenette.

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Almost 70 percent of missions in November were for mechanical or fuel issues which can quickly become life-threatening if a vessel runs aground or overturns.

MARINE Rescue NSW volunteers across the state completed 293 search and rescue missions in November, including 88 emergency responses.

Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex Barrell said 69 percent of missions in November were for mechanical or fuel issues which can quickly become life-threatening if a vessel runs aground or overturns.

“Unfortunately, what we've seen during November is that far too many boaters are getting into difficulty for what we class as avoidable incidents, things like running out of fuel and flat batteries and that's really disappointing from our side of things,” Commissioner Barrell said.

With large numbers expected to hit NSW waterways this holiday season, Commissioner Barrell is pleading with boaters to ensure their vessel and safety equipment is in good working order.

“Marine Rescue New South Wales is urging all boaters before they head out on the water to make sure that they check their equipment, make sure that they've got enough fuel for their voyage and importantly, they Log On with their local Marine Rescue base,” he said.

Almost ten percent of responses by Marine Rescue NSW volunteers last month were for capsized or grounded vessels while eleven missing persons searches were

conducted.

Marine Rescue NSW Radio Operators managed 16,736 calls in November including six MAYDAYs and two PAN PANs. There were 4,699 Log Ons last month, which was up on October, with Marine Rescue NSW volunteers keeping watch over more than 17,700 people on board those Logged On vessels.

Commissioner Barrell was pleased to see growth in the number of people Logging On with the Service.

“We're urging boaters and paddlers alike to Log On with Marine Rescue NSW before they head out on the water.

“We know that it saves vital minutes in

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the time of need and we know that if you don't return as planned, we'll come looking for you,” he said.

Commissioner Barrell said boaters and paddlers can Log On with Marine Rescue NSW either via the free Marine Rescue app or VHF Marine Channel 16.

“It's a minute to log on with Marine Rescue, a lifetime to protect and we urge all boaters to boat this summer like your life depends on it,” the Commissioner said.

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HAVE you ever had a picture of you in the paper?

For many people, it’s still a novelty.

One dad I interviewed was so wrapped about his daughter getting in the paper that he got six copies, with plans to frame one.

I have only one clipping of myself taken decades ago.

It was random.

I was in an art gallery and was approached for a picture in front of the exhibition.

I still have it and it means something to me still.

Why?

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q Adam Parkins volunteering to clean up Boambee Creek.

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NOTA reporter Mary Keily.

Because print media still counts.

It’s changed a lot, and moreso, because of that, readers crave local news.

I am amazed at the amount of people who volunteer - firefighters who willingly travel overseas to do it, business women who fundraise and mentor young women, people who organise sporting events like Jamborees, even people who really get their hands dirty picking up rubbish.

Most people are happy to talk and be photographed.

I like to meet people who have never had this experience before.

Drop me a line!

There are many very interesting people who live

q Alby Falzon OAM with one of his kangaroo mates.

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where I live.

I love when people write to say thankyou after I write an article about them.

As a musician, I have loved covering festivals, especially the opening of the Memorial Hall and the Taranta Festival in Bellingen.

I also get a kick out of interviewing people who don’t bignote themselves.

Alby Falzon, from Eungai Creek, the surf photographer/film maker who won an OAM, told me he thought “they got the wrong fella when they first rang up to tell me I got it”.

I’ve also come across people who give to others who don’t want any r e c o g n i t i o n / p u b l i c i t y, because they Insist good deeds are best given freely.

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Local writers published in Seniors Stories book

By Andrea FERRARI

TWO writers from Coffs Harbour have penned their way into the Seniors’ Stories Volume 9 book, a compilation of 100 short narratives by Seniors Card holders across the state.

Alina Loneck, a resident of Boambee East, and Jill Plummer, of Coffs Harbour, were selected from a stack of storytellers to have their tales published in this ongoing and successful NSW Government initiative.

Well over 300 stories were submitted this year, adhering to the maximum 1,000 word count and writing to the theme of 'Ageing and Life Lessons'.

“This is the first time I’ve entered a writing competition,” Alina told News Of The Area.

“My story ‘Wisdom Can Still Come in Winter’, a narrative, is based on an anecdote.

“I fleshed it out, combining fiction with researched facts.

“I am an explorer by nature and am drawn to writing because it offers me the challenge of experimenting with different genres, story lengths, points

of view and ‘What would happen if…?’ scenarios.”

She said the key message of her story is that “the way we are in the world, the choices we make, are pre-programmed during childhood”.

“Despite this, it is never too late to challenge these

media@newsofthearea.com.au q Alina Loneck has won a spot in Seniors’ Stories Volume 9.

unconscious drivers,” Alina said.

The key character, Irene, lives in an over 60s retirement living complex.

“With the help of a bird, some aversion therapy, a glass of red wine and thoughts of firecrackers – yes, it’s a quirky,

q Jill Plummer, who has been published in Seniors’ Stories for a second time, in her “office” at Gallows Beach.

humorous tale – she challenges three of her core beliefs: ‘always explain’, ‘follow never lead’ and ‘others are to be judged’.

“To date, I have selfpublished two collections of short stories and one novella to a mainstream standard.

“Currently, I am completing my final edit of two non-fiction manuscripts I began in 2019, and which I intend to publish in February next year.”

For Jill, this is her second win in the Seniors’ Stories initiative, having been placed in the published 100 in

Volume 8.

“This year's theme made me think back over my life and all the emotions and experiences (both good and bad) that have come and gone over that time and how they made me realise that I was always enough despite being told the opposite for a long time.

“The negative comments do sink in and unconsciously they affect how you see yourself.

“When I look back I realise they were so wrong.

“It’s a shame it took so long to realise that, but never

Volunteers honoured for long-service to Waratah Respite Services

mind, the outcome is that life is good.”

Jill said the main message of her story is “to believe in yourself and do what is right for you and not try to be what others want you to be”.

“There will be good and bad decisions but they will balance out.

“Just remember you are always enough and believe in yourself.”

Alina was interviewed

by Olga Moller and read her story on 2AirFM. An audio recording is available on their website under community interviews.

q Group celebrations for Colleen and Des at the Waratah Respite Services centre in Earl Street, Coffs Harbour.

By Andrea FERRARI

SIXTY-PLUS years of combined service supporting Coffs Harbour’s vulnerable ageing local community was celebrated with a presentation to two long-time volunteer supporters at Waratah Respite Services on Monday 11 December.

Colleen Hull and Des Kingdom were made inaugural life members, having dedicated over six decades of combined service to Waratah.

Each received a framed certificate of thanks presented to them by Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh at the gathering.

Waratah Respite Services Chairperson Paul Bartholomew opened the day’s proceedings.

Sharen Philp, Manager, Waratah Respite Services told News Of The Area, “Colleen and Des have been instrumental in the growth and development of Waratah Respite Services, becoming involved soon after its commencement in 1987.”

At this time Waratah

was operating as an Adult Day Centre in Azalea Ave, Coffs Harbour.

In 1994, following extensive community lobbying and fundraising, the six-bed ‘Maureen Guthrie Cottage’ was opened to provide carers overnight respite.

The Cottage was furnished with the assistance of Des and the Coffs City Rotary Club.

Waratah Respite Services was originally auspiced by Coffs Harbour City Council, with an application approved by the Economic and Community Enterprise Committee on

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q Des Kingdom (left) and Colleen Hull, life members and long-time volunteer supporters of Waratah Respite Service, receive their certificates from Member of Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh.

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27 March 1997 for the organisation to become an Incorporated Association.

Colleen joined the Waratah Respite Services Committee on 5 December 1994 and continues her engagement to this day, predominantly holding the position of Chairperson.

Des became a Committee member of Waratah Respite Services in 1995 and continued his engagement until stepping down from his position in April 2023.

In 2004 Colleen

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established the Gadabouts, a group of twelve friends who embraced the challenge and decided to form a social group for the purpose of fundraising for Waratah Respite Services.

“Their fundraising efforts continue to bring enjoyment for clients of Waratah Respites with purchases of outdoor tables and chairs, a water feature, bird baths, doona covers, quilts, four large lounge chairs, defibrillator and much more.

“The presentation was an opportunity to publicly acknowledge the extraordinary efforts of Waratah Respite Services’ inspiring volunteers, Colleen Hull and Des Kingdom.

“With this we pay tribute to their dedication, support and admirable work they contribute to our local community. “Without the help of volunteers, Waratah Respite Services wouldn’t be possible,” said Sharen in closing.

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All aboard the Rainforest Rattler

By Andrea FERRARI

IN what has become an annual event the historic Rainforest Rattler train is returning to the Coffs Coast in 2024.

Operated by the Rail Motor Society, a registered charity, all funds go back to restoring and maintaining the heritage trains.

Rainforest Rattler coordinator Neil Manson told NOTA, “We are looking forward to returning to the Coffs Coast; last year we carried over 7,000 passengers who thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

“Our regular trips range

from the one-hour Tunnels to Coramba ride through to our three-hour Orara Valley Explorer journey, so we have choices to suit everyone.

“Bearing in mind we are 100 percent volunteer operated, this is an extraordinary achievement by our team,” said Neil.

“As volunteers we get our enjoyment from sharing our heritage trains and seeing people having a great time.

“We are aware of the costof-living pressures affecting so many in our community and to assist we have not increased our prices from last year so we remain as an affordable experience for

both locals and tourists.

“This year in addition to the rainforests, beaches, tunnels and hinterland views the rattler also gives a very good view of the earthworks of the Coffs Harbour bypass as the bypass follows much of the line.

“The Coffs Coast is very good to us and as a way to say thanks we donate train trips to CanDo Cancer Trust which they run as their popular over-18s charity dinner-train experience.”

CanDo Cancer Trust chair Julie Jardine told NOTA, “We are grateful for the assistance given by the Rail Motor Society which operates the

q All aboard the Rainforest Rattler, journeying through the Coffs hinterland.

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rattler.

“CanDo Cancer Trust is also 100 percent volunteer administered, so 100 percent of whatever money we raise

goes back to assisting local cancer patients.

“With the help of the North Coast Hotel Group guests board at Coffs station

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and are served entrée and drinks as we climb through the Red Hill tunnels and Orara Valley hinterland as we cruise to Grafton.

“Dinner is delivered to the train in Grafton and is enjoyed as we travel back to Coffs.

“Last year our dinner trains sold out and raised just over $23,000.

“Once again we expect to sell out so get your friends together and join us for a great evening.”

The Rainforest Rattler runs from January 5 to January 19.

More information is at rainforestrattler.com.au.

Exploring the best of local state forests TO help families who want to get out in nature over the summer holidays, Forestry Corporation have put together a list of some of the best attractions in local state forests.

From free camping trips where you can even take the dog, to day excursions and picnics, local forests offer a fun and free experience and there’s loads to see and do on the North Coast.

State forest visitors will notice improvements to roads, campsites and attractions with widespread investment in construction works and maintenance across the forest estate over the past year.

To help you experience the best of what the region has to offer, Forestry Corporation has suggested a list of popular state forest experiences in your neck of the woods. · Orara East State Forest – Coffs Harbour - Picnic at Niigi Niigi/Sealy Lookout. Take in the views of Coffs Harbour from the Forest Sky Pier and Korora Lookout, walk the Gumgali, Garraan.gurr, Rainforest, Bangalow and Midway tracks, enjoy a coffee at the Nyanggan Gapi Café and take to the high ropes course at TreeTops Adventures Coffs Harbour. · Styx River State Forest

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– Located between Armidale and Ebor – Tour along Styx Forest Way to Wattle Flat and camp on the open grassy areas next to Styx River, wet a line, land a trout.

Free camping, basic facilities and dogs are always welcome. · Wild Cattle Creek State Forest – near Dorrigo and Cascade – Recently upgraded day use area on the stunning Mobong Creek, some limited camping spots (first in best dressed) with picnic facilities linking to the amazing Mobong walking track back to q

village of Cascade. · Wedding Bells State Forest – west of Woolgoolga Take the kids mountain biking on the fresh single tracks managed by the Woolgoolga Mountain Bike Club. · Bom Bom State Forest – South of Grafton - Family mountain biking on the undulating single trails managed by the Grafton Mountain Bike Club. · Pine Creek State Forest – A mixture of family friendly and intermediate mountain bike trails managed by the Coffs Harbour Mountain Bike

Club, including the famous Cows with Guns and Sawmill trails. For a scenic drive: follow Crossmaglen Rd out to Tuckers Nob State Forest, visit Never Never Creek at Gleniffer Hall, head along the new Gleniffer Road back into Bellingen for coffee, shopping and cake. · Nambucca State Forest – Hyland Park – Access deep creek from the northern edge of the forest with a number of secluded spots to cool off or go fishing. Take in a sunset over the water looking west towards Viewmont and

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Bollanulla Nature Reserves. · Newry State Forest - Urunga - Paddleboard or kayak along Picket Hill Creek into the Kalang River.

Gain access to the water off Martell’s Road, paddle down to Urunga with the outgoing tide. · Double Duke State Forest – near New Italy Rest Area, south of Ballina – Explore the coastal forests and ranges, take the kids for a ride around the New Italy Mountain Bike Forest. Enjoy a coffee at Tastes of New Italy Café to break up the drive if you’re heading up or down the coast.

Forestry Corporation’s Partnerships Leader Ryan Ellis said there’s been a steady pace in facility improvements over the past year, helping the public to make the most of their family day trips.

“We encourage people to visit State forests during their travels, you can take the family dog, pack a picnic lunch and find your own special place off busy well-travelled routes,” Ryan said.

“Sealy Lookout is an award-winning tourism attraction and always a hit, the best place to start any holiday by getting your bearings and setting off in any direction. You can see up and down the coast and along

the Great Dividing Range, as well as into the surrounding hinterland. It’s perfect for a short visit or easily fill in a day with the nature walks.

“These sites are just the tip of the iceberg for family friendly locations on the North Coast,” he said.

Visitors should visit the Forestry Corporation website and make a note of closures, notices and Solid Fuel Fire Bans before heading out, stick to formed roads and trails and be mindful of other forest users and changing conditions.

With more than twomillion hectares of State forests across NSW, there are endless places to discover and experiences to share.

“Our State forests have spectacular scenery and award-winning visitor areas.

I encourage everyone to get out and discover their new favourite places and make the most of the favourable conditions these holidays,” Ryan said.

“Visitors can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date information on places to visit.”

For more information about Forestry Corporation of NSW, visit forestrycorporation.com.au

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OPINIONLETTERS

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Editor’s note: Thanks for all the support!

By Doug CONNOR, Group Editor IN June 2020, amid rapidly developing pandemic conditions, I sat at the coffee table in my Brisbane unit and spoke to Michael ‘Mick’ Wright via Zoom for the first time.

It was a tough time for newspapers, with hundreds of regional publications disappearing or becoming digital-only in the few months prior due to rising costs and dwindling profits.

The owner of two weekly newspapers in the Hunter region, Mick had a dream to go bigger, and quickly, too.

“Launching newspapers in this economic climate?” I thought.

“Crazy!

“How long?

“A month?!”

Clearly easily convinced, several weeks later I was at the Wright family’s Medowie property filling my four-wheeldrive with news stands, on route to Coffs Harbour to set up a newspaper, the Coffs Coast News Of The Area.

Having been out of the news game for several years, it was a fairly bizarre re-entry into the world of newspapers; door knocking at businesses around the region for three days to find stockists for a paper which did not yet exist.

Thankfully, the community welcomed us with open arms, and just a few days later, the first edition was published.

A year later, based on the

q When not editing newspapers, travel is high on the list. Pictured here hiking in the Mondulkiri province of Cambodia. success of the Coffs Coast venture, the Nambucca Valley NOTA was born.

While a small company in numbers, there is a large appetite for practicality and getting things done.

Today, News Of The Area publishes four community newspapers per week,

covering Port Stephens, the Myall Coast, the Nambucca Valley and the Coffs Coast.

However, the story of the NOTA doesn’t start in 2020.

The roots of the paper can be traced to the twin towns of Tea

The Post-Christmas Views

By Lindsay HALL

CHRISTMAS Day is now but a memory, however that is no reason why the holiday themed cinema can’t continue.

Presents opened days prior are likely scattered all over the floor of the kids’ rooms.

The guests have said their goodbyes until next year, and the evening sun begins to dip.

The time has finally come to watch Christmas Vacation (1989, Dir. Jeremiah S. Chechik).

Really, what other film could fill this spot on the Christmas calendar?

After days surrounded by people, having endless conversations about life, the universe and everything, everybody is exhausted and just not capable of facing any real drama.

It is the time for a light-hearted comedy, and there is no contender to the title of ‘Best Christmas Comedy’ than the National Lampoon’s yuletide offering, which sees the legendary Chevy Chase reprise his role as patriarch Clark Griswold alongside Beverly D’Angelo as his devoted wife Ellen, future star of The Big Bang Theory Johnny Galecki as younger son Russell, and Juliette Lewis turning in a pitch-perfect performance as teenage daughter Audrey.

Christmas Vacation centres on the Griswold family and their preparations for the holidays.

Clark is determined to recreate for his family the “perfect Christmas” he enjoyed when he was a child.

Predictably every single one of his efforts is turned on its head by a series of increasingly

Gardens and Hawks Nest, where, in April 1970 the members of the local Progress Association “recognised the need for some type of local, informative newsletter to bring to the notice of the people of the Tea Gardens - Hawks Nest area the events and

outrageous mishaps.

He must deal with surly in-laws, uninvited cousins, confusing electrical equipment and a hyper-aggressive squirrel before settling down for the family Christmas dinner.

Essentially a human Looney Tunes character, Griswolds antics evoke a lot of the same reaction as young Kevin from Home Alone, and the two films have a great deal in common.

This is not surprising, since the same legendary producer - John Hughes was the mastermind behind both films.

One of the things that makes Christmas Vacation such a perfect post-Christmas viewing is the catharsis of laughing at the disasterin-the-making that is the Griswold family gathering.

It is only after reaching the other side

activities of the district”.

Mick and his wife Rochelle have run the Myall Coast paper since 2014, launching a Port Stephens edition of the NOTA in 2016.

While the reach, and team, has grown since those early days, the dream remains the same: high quality local news products that benefit the communities in which they operate.

In 2024 we will continue striving towards that lofty goal.

However, these newspapers simply would not exist without the immense support of the community.

To the advertisers who support the paper, thank you.

To businesses who are yet to try NOTA as an advertising avenue, reach out to our hardworking ads team, they would love to hear from you.

To the readers of our newspapers, digitally and in print, thank you for trusting us with the delivery of your local news hit.

The work of NOTA would also be impossible without our intrepid reporters, columnists, designers and admin staff, so a big thank you to all for keeping the dream alive.

Looking forward, I am excited at the prospect of another big year of news in 2024.

Regional journalism is my passion, hailing from Newcastle and having studied in Bathurst before starting my career on the Markets desk at The Land newspaper in Orange.

From Port Stephens to the Coffs Coast, home to some of the most beautiful locations on the planet, it has been an absolute privilege to bring you the news in 2023.

Happy holidays!

of our own stress-inducing annual traditions that we rediscover our own sense of humour. More than laughing at ourselves, the film is somewhat inspiring in the way it presents family and a generally positive outlook on life.

Things may keep going wrong for Clark, his family has financial concerns, he doesn’t have a good relationship with his neighbours…but when the moment of truth comes the family display support, love and grace in spite of their difficult circumstances.

It’s a good reminder to us all as we step from Christmas to the New Year and beyond: there is plenty that is out of our control in this life, but we can all choose to bear one another’s burdens, and that makes all the difference.

Christmas should be a time of joy.

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Roundabouts in an embarrassing state DEAR News Of The Area, I WROTE a letter to the local paper a long time ago, praising the vibrant, colourful displays at the city's roundabouts and road verges.

But as Julia Atkinson has said in a recent edition of

this newspaper, things have changed, with many now in an embarrassing state.

There haven't been a great many occasions when I've been proud of what our council has done. A decade ago our street was resurfaced.

Great, but it had been in

perfect condition and didn't need it, while other roads were a disgrace, as I also pointed out in the local paper at the time.

The new surface is inferior, requiring frequent patching of potholes after extended periods of rain.

But it's not all bad news.

Many years ago we had a skimpy wire coathanger above a roundabout for a Christmas tree, about as embarrassing as Forster's current infamous one, but at least there's a decent tree now in the centre of town, albeit artificial and unlit.

My faith in most things to do

with the council took a dive when our perfectly functional civic centre was bulldozed in the nineties to expand the RSL carpark.

Despite promises that it would be replaced, now all we have is an expensive, ugly, slime-green monstrosity that has no performing space.

Regards, Graham MEALE, Boambee East.

Thanks to a Climate, biodiversity and illiteracy good samaritan DEAR News Of The Area,

DEAR News Of The Area, THANKS to the young man who, at around midday on Tuesday, picked up my phone and keys off the road at Harbour Drive and Gordon Street intersection and made sure the traffic had stopped while I ran back to get them after they fell out of my backpack while riding my pushbike across the intersection.

That was really nice of you to do that.

Regards, Judy QUICKENDEN, Coffs Harbour.

From the Mayor’s desk

By PAUL AMOS (Mayor) City of Coffs Harbour ANOTHER festive season is nearly over and for Councillors and Mayors this is a busy time of the year that brings such

CLIMATE change is an all encompassing disaster.

Proofs have made headlines for 40 years.

In right wing circles, particularly the National Party, denial drags on.

There's an audience for rejection, folk who dismiss research as existing in a rarefied field beyond "common sense".

It's a catch all phrase, an excuse for illiteracy.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals truths.

Forty four percent of Australians have low levels of literacy.

things as school presentations, carols by candlelight and Christmas luncheons.

Thank you to all the good folk at the "soupie", including organisers Phil and Alyse Crofts.

We served some 80 chicken and ham salads to many appreciative diners for the end of year soirée.

I know Vinnies also provide Christmas hampers in this space, as do many other caring organisations.

Thank you for the slick and professional Carols By Candlelight presented by the events team at City of Coffs Harbour and the lovely tone for the evening set by MCs Julie Sechie and Trent Doyle.

Thousands of families revelled in the great vibe and, for me, the look on

They couldn't, wouldn't read this newspaper, no chance of the truth generating offence.

Sadly, illiteracy becomes intergenerational; Doctor Suess is denied at bedtime!

Further, 39.4 percent read at a nine to eleven year old level.

Complexity, cross referencing of subjects doesn't happen; Australia 2023 is an illiterate backwater.

Back to the National Party.

The topic in this electorate, the formation of the Great Koala National Park, stopping the ongoing logging and simplification of once giant forests, eludes them.

the kids' faces when Santa and his elf unexpectedly parachuted in was brilliant.

If you missed this great night, please get to Brelsford Park next year for this wonderful community event that showcases a lot of local talent.

My observation made at the end of school awards days was that we have some great achievements being made by all schools that are not generally known by our community. This is at state, national and even international level - our young people are outstanding, and our supporting teachers and parents must also be outstanding to achieve this.

I learned a new term at a school presentation this year.

I was amazed at the genuine pleasure

Flicks to bring in the New Year

By Lindsay HALL

FOR many young people, each year on 31 December the challenge is to set out in the early evening and then stay out all night and party until the break of dawn to usher in the New Year.

At which point, 1 January is typically a write-off.

Growing up, however, my family instilled a very different kind of New Years tradition.

The movie marathon.

Those of you who grew up in the 80s and 90s may well resonate with the urge to settle in for extended periods of cinematic viewing.

The challenge was not just in seeing how many films you could stay awake watching, but in choosing films that would thematically tie together into a common experience.

The easiest way, at one time, was to pick movie series and watch them in order - so it was, for many years, the original Star Wars trilogy was the yearly go-to in my home.

I rarely made it past the Ewos before falling asleep.

As I grew more mature, the youthful delights of Star Wars gave way to more sophisticated viewing: The Lord of the Rings series.

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The extended editions.

That’s about eleven hours of movie watching right there.

These can be fun ways of passing the New Year’s Countdown, but increasingly committing to a movie saga is an incredible time-sink.

For example, if you were to attempt a New Year’s marathon of, say, the Marvel cinematic universe, you would need to make some real space in your life because at 33 films and counting, that’s 72-and-a-half hours of viewing.

That’s not counting bathroom breaks.

For those who may be more inclined for a New Years at home, but not so keen on a pop-culture endurance test, we at News Of The Area thought we could suggest a sensible, manageable, three movie marathon that is tied together by the theme of the New Year itself!

Start your evening at about 7:30 with a viewing of Forrest Gump (1994, Dir. Robert Zemeckis).

A tour of Americana throughout the 20th century, Forrest Gump is all about watching a culture shift and change over time, from the perspective of a man who remains blessedly untouched by the forces that surround him.

From the rock’n’roll era of the 50s, through the burgeoning liberation and then horrific war of the 60s and 70s,

into the hedonism that followed and the excess of the 80s, the titular character bounces from one major historic moment to another, always observing.

But look, if you’re not that crazy about an overload of the USA, play cards with your neighbours while the movie plays in the background.

It’s mostly about that brilliant soundtrack anyway.

Once you’re ready to get comfortable, it’s time for a real New Years movie in When Harry Met Sally (1989, Dir. Rob Reiner).

You don’t need to like romantic comedies to love this movie.

Boasting lightning-in-a-bottle chemistry between all the creative folk involved, this film sets out to answer the age-old question: “Can a man and a woman really just be friends?”

Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan are impossibly likeable as they meet time and again over the course of years and find solace in sharing with one another how their lives are going.

Of course though the occasionally hysterical interactions and deep musings on life and relationships, When Harry Met Sally really hits at two New Years Eve parties where the title characters reunite, and it’s here that the film reveals the question it’s really asking: “Why not love

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Across related subjects, history, ecology, hydrology, to name a few, they counter with denial. Can they possibly be that uninformed, or, is denial a tactic to harness the statistical illiterate?

The fob off comes with cliches, repeated endlessly; flat earth truths.

Sadly, for the ill read, "wood is a renewable resource", and, "growth and regrowth", counters an informed opinion.

Cliches can't displace truths.

Widespread illiteracy is the great Australian tragedy.

Regards, Warren TINDALL, Bellingen.

the children were showing by ovation and excitement in other student’s achievements.

A principal explained to me that he was equally as thrilled and proud of this.

He told me the word for this was Freudenfreude: “happiness for and enjoyment in the success of others”.

What a good direction to have our youth going in.

Therein lies my New Year’s resolution, and I hope you can join me…practice more Freudenfreude I reckon.

Have a great new year everyone, we live in a pretty special place.

the one you love?”

Finally, assuming you’ve had time between movies to stretch your legs and grab a drink, you’ll be past midnight and ready for one final show.

The Martian (2015, Dir. Ridley Scott).

While not necessarily a film about the passage of time (and, admittedly, one devoid of any actual New Year celebration) this stellar offering from one of the titans of modern cinema is about accepting the course that may take years.

When astronaut Mark Whatney (Matt Damon) is accidentally left behind on Mars when his team evacuates, he must find a way to survive until NASA can send another mission to retrieve him - which will take at least four years.

Alone on a planet where nothing grows and confined to a small habitat which is the only source of air and water, Whatney declares “I’m not gonna die here”...and we spend the film watching him, and his allies on Earth, get to work.

Whatney’s efforts to survive take patience and persistence, as well as requiring that he learn new skills and go well past his area of expertise.

The Martian is a film that explores just what it means to make a resolution - the will in the decision, the dedication to make it happen, and the strength to endure when early efforts fail.

If you are still awake by the end, you’ll start the New Year feeling like you could do anything.

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The current floor plan also allows for two separate living levels, with the downstairs and upstairs able to be split to accommodate buyers who require a separate space for a live-in family member.

This layout also presents an ideal holiday letting configuration, with the option to utilize the entire home for a larger group, or two independent levels with private entry/access.

The lower level of the home has enjoyed a recent update, offering a modernized space with two distinct living areas and two large bedrooms, each serviced by their own bathroom and a tranquil outdoor entertainment deck overlooking the sand dune. Upstairs, while in mostly original condition, offers an exceptionally well-maintained space with multiple living zones, central kitchen/dining and a generous master suite and a large outdoor entertainment balcony overlooking the dune with vision of the ocean between the coastal native trees.

Sliding doors and a wrap-around balcony connect the internal to the external living spaces of

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the home wonderfully and the property captures that important north easterly ocean breeze to provide essential natural cooling during the warmer summer months.

The impressive garage deserves a special mention,

with ample space for two large vehicles and additional storage space for all the toys.

The garage doors are high enough to allow for lockup storage of a taller caravan or boat and there is a designated workshop

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space for tinkering.

Regarded as the most sought-after street in Sawtell, this property represents a once in a lifetime chance to secure your very own beachfront sanctuary, with your value underpinned by the

premium surrounding homes that also call Honeysuckle home.

To arrange your viewing or for further information, please call Barry France from Sawtell Real Estate Co. on 0407 301 404!

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FOR SALE $895,000 - $925,000 Immaculately maintained 3-bedroom Villa, close walking 2 3 1 distance to Murrays Beach & The Hilltop Store Cafe.

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FOR SALE $1,189,000 Sawtell | 14 Honeysuckle Street FOR SALE $3.0m - $3.2m Beachfront location with direct access to Sawtell Beach 2 2 4 4 3 from your rear yard. Rare ocean glimpse from the upper level.

House House 4 minute stroll to Sawtell main street, surf club & RSL.

Attractive, modern Coral home built in 2022.

4 Flat, level block and exceptionally low-maintenance.

Multiple internal living zones + large central kitchen.

Spacious Master bedroom suite with large ensuite & WIR. Coastal / Hamptons theme with neutral colour tones throughout.

Private rear yard with spa and excellent views of the Bongil Forest.

Perfect for both downsizers and families alike.

Just 6 minutes drive to Sawtell Village and its gorgeous Beaches.

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Substantial construction, with double brick base, brick veneer upper level & full suspended slab. Gross Floor Area Approx 480m2.

Spacious Master bedroom suite with exceptionally large ensuite with ample built in wardrobe space + large walk-through wardrobe.

The layout allows each level able to be fully self-contained.

Perfect for shared living within family or for Holiday Letting.

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FOR SALE $965,000 FOR SALE $839,000 Bonville | 50 Mimiwali Drive 2 2 Spacious, family-sized home with a very versatile floorplan.

4 3 2 Wonderfully presented home on a desirable, elevated block. 4 Elevated position captures cooling breeze and great natural light.

Attractive & exceptionally low-maintenance established gardens.

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Toormina | 9 Carrywell Crescent

Updated Kitchen + main bathroom. New floor coverings + internal paint.

Contact Agent Lower level can be utilised as a fully self-contained 1 bedroom flat Barry France with its own kitchen, bathroom, laundry and living area.

0407 301 404 6.3kw Solar System, Ozone Pool + Solar Cover, Air Conditioning.

Inspect: Quick 6 Minute drive to Sawtell Village for Cafe’s & Beache.

Phone Agent to Arrange Inspection Close to local schools and Toormina Gardens Shopping Centre.

Multiple internal living zones and fantastic open plan layout.

Spacious Master bedroom suite with large ensuite & WIR. Great outdoor entertainment area and private rear yard space.

Perfect for both downsizers and families alike.

Just 6 minutes drive to Sawtell Village and its gorgeous Beaches.

Close access to Bongil Bongil National Park walking trails.

Boambee East | 34 Lamberts Road

FOR SALE $695,000 Toormina | 2/22 Lalaguli Drive Spacious Master bedroom with ample wardrobe space.

Exceptionally Spacious, single level Villa.

3 1 1 Peaceful location offering easy driving access to Modern complex of only 4 Villas, built in 2018.

House Boambee IGA, Toormina Shopping Centre & Sawtell Village/Beach.

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Kitchen/dining & living flow well, with easy access to alfresco area.

Barry France Low-maintenance home and yard space, with views of the mountains.

0407 301 404 Elevated position captures the cooling breeze & Northern light.

Inspect: 3rd bedroom also serves as a secondary living, art studio or office.

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FOR SALE $698,000 3 2 1 Modern Villa Unit

Flat, easy to maintain property with great privacy.

Contact Agent Modern, attractive finishes throughout and open plan layout.

Barry France Close walking access to local schools & Toormina Shopping Centre.

0407 301 404 Perfect for downsizers, retirees or first home buyers.

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Sydney Sixers to play off against Brisbane Heat

By Aiden BURGESS

THE EXCITEMENT and big hitting brilliance of the Big Bash League is set to return to the Coffs Coast next week, when the Sydney Sixers take on the Brisbane Heat on Wednesday, 3 January at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.

This summer’s game is a rematch of last season’s Challenger Final, which the Heat won by four wickets before losing to the Perth Scorchers in the Final.

Both the Sixers and Heat had won their first two matches they had played to start the current season

before NOTA went to print.

The two teams were scheduled to play off on New Year's Day at The Gabba, before facing off two days later in Coffs Harbour.

Last season’s BBL match in Coffs Harbour saw the Sixers have a 59-run win against the Adelaide Strikers, highlighted by Steve Smith’s phenomenal innings of 101 from 56 balls.

This season’s match will be the fourth time the Sixers have played in Coffs Harbour, having also played against the Adelaide Strikers in 2023 and 2020, and the Perth Scorchers in 2022.

Sixers opener Josh Philippe will be playing in Coffs Harbour for the fourth time, and could not wait to get back and have a bash in front of a passionate Coffs crowd.

“I think we always have good support and a good fan base up there, it’s a nice change and we always enjoy coming up to Coffs,” he said.

“It’s a beautiful batting wicket which generally has a lot of runs, so hopefully I can get a score up there.”

Philippe highlighted the importance of the Sixers taking the Big Bash to a regional area such as Coffs Harbour.

“It's nice to spread cricket around NSW, and not all games we play are sell

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outs, so it’s great to come to Coffs Harbour and play in front of a packed crowd and

give people in regional areas a chance to see us.”

Wednesday night’s

match between the Sixers and Heat gets underway from 6.05pm.

NSW Country Championships title to her collection last month.

Cleo's recent transition to the Girls Under 13s category has already seen her ascend to an impressive sixth place in the national rankings.

As one of the youngest players in this division, her trajectory in the sport looks promising.

The eldest sister, Jada Poulava, has reached an impressive number 15 ranking in Australia in the Girls Under 19s division.

Despite being an avid Oztag player, Jada has seamlessly transferred her agility from the Oztag pitch to the squash court and has shown rapid all-round improvement.

Meanwhile, 14-yearold Eden Poulava holds a noteworthy seventh place ranking in Australia after a stellar 2023 season, marked by strong performances

at both State and National tournaments.

The trio's prowess on the squash court has also inspired their peers at Coffs Christian Community School, where their collective efforts led to victory in the Secondary Schools challenge.

The school entered a record total of five teams competing across multiple divisions.

Head coach at Coffs Harbour Squash and Swim Centre, Jemma Wratten said they have a very bright future.

“Their progress has been exceptional and I can see development every week,” she said.

“They are particularly strong at listening and adapting skills with an inner desire to improve their game by taking up challenging aspects for that finer improvement, they have very bright futures ahead.

“The girls train in squads but match practice each week is also important, where they all play in the adult competitions at the club.”

Looking ahead, the Sisters will be heading to Parkes in the new year to compete in the Western Junior Open followed by training at the NSW State Camp before they embark on a trip to Melbourne.

“Parkes is a great event to kick off the 2024 season with a Silver tournament and see where the girls are placed early in the year, followed by a two-day State Camp where they will work with State coaches.

“It will be a good lead up for the players and all eyes will be on the two Platinum events in Melbourne in April 2024 where the Australian Junior Open will be played followed by the Oceania Junior Championships the week after,” Wratten said.

Poulava sisters shine in state and national arenas

By David WIGLEY

q The Poulava sisters are a big hit - Cleo, Eden and Jada.

THREE sisters from Coffs Harbour are making a significant impact in the world of squash, having recently been selected for the NSW State Team and excelling at both State and National levels.

This Sister Act proudly represented NSW in the National Junior Championships held in October, securing a commendable third place overall, with only Victoria and Queensland ahead of them.

The youngest of the trio, 11-year-old Cleo Poulava, has had an outstanding season in individual events.

She claimed victory in the Girls Under 13s Queensland Junior Open and added the

Coffs cricket midseason review

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour District Cricket Association’s current season is now on its Christmas/New Years break.

Here is how each club has fared so far this season.

Valleys Cricket Club: Last season’s North Coast Cricket Council’s Premier League champions have continued their fine form, sitting undefeated at the top of the first-grade competition.

Sawtell Cricket Club: Ladder leaders in the T20 Cup competition having remained undefeated as NOTA went to press.

Also sit in second spot on the ladder in the first-grade competition.

Coffs Colts: Sit third on the first-grade ladder and second in the T20 Cup. Also lead the way in the fourth-grade competition.

Northern Districts Rebels: Up and down start to the first-grade season sees them sit fourth on the ladder.

Ladder leaders in the second-grade competition.

Nana Glen Lizards: Tough start to the first-grade season with two wins from their opening eight matches.

Ladder leaders in the third-grade competition.

Diggers Cricket Club: Have found the going tough with just one win in the firstgrade season so far.

Were runners up in the Under 12s competition.

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q

Valleys Cricket Club have been the standout club this season.

Bellingen/Dorrigo: Last season’s first grade winners sit second in the second-

grade competition.

Strong in the junior ranks having won the Under 12s

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competition, and leading the way in the Under 16s.

Urunga: Compete in the

second-grade competition where they are coming third.

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media@newsofthearea.com.au Table Tennis Results

By Dale ALLEN TABLE Tennis Results – Friday, 22 December, 2023 Division 1 Reece Baker d Troy Prystasz 3/0, Arpit Pathak d Colin Deng 3/0, Troy Prystasz d Gerard Martin 3/1, Reece Baker d Colin Deng 3/1, Gerard Martin d Colin Deng 3/1, Reece Baker d Arpit Pathak 3/0, Gerard Martin d Arpit Pathak 3/2, Troy Prystasz d Colin Deng 3/2, Reece Baker d Gerard Martin 3/1, Arpit Pathak d Troy Prystasz 3/0. WINNER: Reece Baker from Gerard Martin.

Division 2 George Rupaoro d Stephen Bjerking 3/0, Robert Campbell d Terry Baker 3/1, Stephen Bjerking d Yash Tyagi 3/1, George Ruaporo d Terry Baker 3/0, Terry Baker d Yash Tyagi 3/2, George Ruaporo d Robert Campbell 3/0, Robert Campbell d Yash Tyagi 3/0, Stephen Bjerking d Terry Baker 3/1, George Ruaporo d Yash Tyagi 3/0, Robert

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey HART

DECEMBER 20 - Howard St Rimfire Range. The 60m Field Class match was conducted with 17 participants.

2023 Ladies Presentation Awards

By Janet O'Dowd

POINT score Sharon Shipman 10 R/up Gayle James 9 Best Average Stroke Sharon Shipman 73.4 R/up Elaine Everitt 73.5

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey Hart

RESULTS of the 600m Long Range event held on Saturday December

Mid North Coast Veteran Golfers Association

By Colin CUTT

TUESDAY, 19th December, 76 golfers competed in a single stableford event at Coffs Harbour Golf Course, which was in excellent

Woolgoolga Bowling Club

By Glenn LANE Friday 15 - 12 - 23 Woolgoolga Bowling Club Results H Katala and T Allen defeated Rae Gurber and B Merchant 17 - 15 J Lynn and G McInerney defeated N Haines and J Hampstead 27 - 11 H Schultz and R Bennell defeated Col Davis and M Hopes 20 - 11 J Taylor and P Buck defeated R Shaw and J Gibbins 28 - 9 M Brookes and F Cacciattolo defeated S Barnard and D Barnard 22 - 21 P Devine and K Costelloe defeated G Lane and Keith Frost 31 -9 Jeff Martin, W Prosser and I Cork defeated W Gavenlock, A Wroe

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Campbell d Stephen Bjerking 3/1. WINNER: George Ruaporo from Robert Campbell.

Division 3 Kai Allan d Sharee Templeton 3/2, David McGrath d Char Berglund 3/0, Kai Allan d King McKie 3/2, David McGrath d Sharee Templeton 3/2, King McKie d David McGrath 3/0, Char Berglund d Sharee Templeton 3/1, Char Berglund d King McKie 3/1, Kai Allan d David McGrath 3/0, Sharee Templeton d King McKie 3/1, Kai Allan d Char Berglund 3/2. WINNER: Kai Allan from Char Berglund.

Division 4 Nick Jankovic d Jo Ellis 3/0, David Iles d Lindsay Jones 3/0, Boyd McGregor d Jo Ellis 3/0, Nick Jankovic d Lindsay Jones 3/0, Boyd McGregor d Lindsay Jones 3/0, Nick Jankovic d David Iles 3/0, Boyd McGregor d David Iles 3/1, Jo Ellis d Lindsay Jones 3/0, Nick Jankovic d Boyd McGregor 3/2, David Iles d Jo Ellis 3/1. WINNER: Nick Jankovic from Boyd McGregor.

Hawks Nest Thursday Night Darts

Master Grade: Jake Buckley 91.4, A Grade: Stuart D 94.6, Johan Greyling 92.9, Jon Brown 85.3, Matt Walsh 85.1, B Grade: Member-677 91.7, David Frampton 90.5, Noel Furness 90.3, Mark Pelmore 86.4, Leo Lawlor 82.4, Lockie Knight 79.2,

Sarah Jones 78.2, Michelle D 70.3, Cooper Lawlor 60.1, C Grade: Garry Heskett (using a rest) 92.6, Michael A 55.0, Wendi H 52.1 The 50m F-Class match was conducted with 13 participants. Jon Brown 195.8, Jake Buckley 192.9,

By Brenda EDWARDS 21ST DECEMBER. Winner’s: Phil Jones and Michael Russom going through the night undefeated.

Runners up: Casey Edge and her Pop John Edwards. Ladies Highest Score: Casey Edge-94. Mens Highest Score: Michael Russom-121. Darts are on every Thursday night, names in by 6.45pm darts start at 7pm.

Everyone is welcome to come along and play.

q Winners: Phil Jones and Michael Russom.

Runners up: Casey Edge and John Edwards.

Lockie Knight 192.5, Mark Pelmore 190.3, Member-677 189.6, Michael Paul 187.9, David Frampton 182.3, Leo Lawlor 180.1, Garry Heskett 180.1, Wendi H 174.1, Cooper Lawlor 173.2, John Lambert 167.2, Michael A 129.3

Best Average Stableford Narelle Hall 35.29 R/up Sharon Shipman 35 Stroke Eclectic Div 1 Joy Lawrence 68.125 R/up Sharon Shipman 68.875 Div 2 Elaine Everitt 77.125 R/up Robbie O'Dwyer 77.875 Stableford Eclectic Div 1

Gayle James 59.1 R/up Robyn Hodgson 57 Div 2 Jenni Ball 63 R/up Pauline Barnes 57 Best Average Putting Div 1 Wendy Mason 28.6 R/up Joy Lawrence 30.4 Div 2 Gloria Rossi 29.2 R/up Elaine Everitt 30

Best 4BBB Player Sharon Shipman 21c/b R/up Joy Lawrence 21 Most Birdies Div 1 Joy Lawrence 12 Div 2 Narelle Hall 3 Most Chip-ins Div 1 Wendy Mason 7 Div 2 Brenda Connors 8 Captain's Pick Pauline Barnes

condition.

A grade: Winner – Nick Jenkins 42 c/b, 1st runner-up David Eather 42, 2nd runner-up Steve McNeil 38, 3rd runner-up Wendy Johnstone 37.

B grade: Winner – Peter Vernon 45, 1st runner-up John Buganey 41, 2nd runner-up Shane Capararo 39, 3rd runner-up Graham Haigh 38.

NTP’s: 3rd Diane Mayo, 6th John Ward, 12th John Clancy, 15th Lionel

Goodacre.

Ball run to 32.

By Ken MASON

Main Draw Winners: - Rizwan Rashidi - R/U Bernie Couzens Consolation Winners: - Glen Richards - R/U Ken Mason

23, 2023 at the Dairyville range with 21 participants. F-Open (from a possible 120): Mykel Watson 117.5, Noel Furness 114.5, Theo G 112.6, Bruce Hartmann 110.3, Robert Ramsey 109.2, Greg Roberts

and M Hines 21 - 12 1st J Taylor and P Buck 2nd H Katala and T Allen 3rd M Brookes and F Cacciattolo Tuesday 19 -12 - 23 Woolgoolga Bowling Club Results K Swatten and M Hines defeated M Lampert and E Latham 24 - 15 D Barnard and R Ryan defeated J Prosser and W Prosser 23 - 12 J Gibbins and F Cacciattolo defeated K Sterling and S Dodd 21 - 16 T McKenzie and P Buck defeated C Davis and G McInerney 26 - 12 G Lane, S Oliver and J Weston defeated J Lynn, W Gavenlock and D Mason 20 - 11 Stu Bailey and R Bennell defeated Dee Chandler and I Cork 21 - 13 J Taylor and H Schutz defeated P Devine and K Costelloe 27 - 10

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107.3, Visitors - Matt Foster 112.8, F/TR (from a possible 120): Jon Brown 114.9, Alan Phillips 110.5, Lucas G 110.5, Glenn K 110.2, Tony Bowling 103.4, Ron Dean 90.2, Tony Queitzsch 84.0,

Sawtell RSL Snooker Club

TUESDAY 19th December 2023

1st Stu Bailey and R Bennell 2nd D Barnard and R Ryan 3rd G Lane, S Oliver and J Weston No Jackpot Winners Woolgoolga Wanderers Bowling Club Wednesday 20 -12- 23 A Wickan, M Mulligan and I Cork defeated G Lane, K Costelloe and Keith Frost 20 - 13 J Taylor, P Diamond and B Lipman defeated G Woolley, S Ferro and R Shaw 28- 12 B Pendred, P Jones and M Lampert defeated Bear, R Pilon and D Mason 15 - 11 G Burgess, S Oliver and I Brien defeated Punkin, J Martin and I Gentle 18 - 11 1st J Taylor, P Diamond and B Lipman 2nd A Wickan, M Mulligan and I Cork Lucky Losers Punkin, J Martin and I Gentle

Sporting/Hunting (from a possible 100): Jess Hancock 99.7, Josh P 98.10, Michael Paul 94.7, Cherelle Steinhardt 87.1, Tim Bowyer 86.2, Visitors – Caleb Furness 95.8, Matt Gundry 86.4

No Jackpot Friday 22- 12 - 23 Woolgoolga Bowling Club Results J Taylor and P Buck defeated G Lane and J Lynn 32 - 13 P Devine and K Costelloe defeated M Hopes and R Ryan 22 17 A Wroe and M Hines defeated J Gibbins and R Shaw 26 - 10 G McInerney and Wayne Fuller defeated S Bracher and W Bracher 32 - 13 H Schutz and R Bennell defeated D Barnard and S Barnard 25 - 11 Rae Gurber, R Kaufmann and L Kaufmann defeated K Sterling, M Lampert and Col Davis 24 - 21 1st Rae Gurber, R Kaufmann and L Kaufman 2nd H Schutz and R Bennell 3rd A Wroe and M Hines No Jackpot

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Public Notices CALLING FOR TUTORS for SENIORS CENTRE The Woolgoolga Seniors’ Centre Inc. wishes to expand the range of activities offered to its members who are over 50 years of age. The Centre is located at 6 Boundary St, Woolgoolga.

If you are interested in conducting instructive sessions in any of the following: Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, Strength Training, Computers, Smartphones, etc. - please email the WSCentre with your details before Friday 12th January 2024.

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ALLEN John Douglas

20th December 2023, passed peacefully at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, surrounded by his loving family. Late of Coffs Harbour. Adored husband of Robyn. Loving father of Donna & Shane, Lonnie & Belinda and Russel & Kelli. Treasured grandfather of Laura, Georgia, Noah, Chloe, Scott, Melissa, Kane, Ethan, Bree-anna, Oscar and great-grandfather of Wyndsor and Kelsey.

23rd December 2023, peacefully passed away at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Urunga. Loving husband of Rae. Loved father and father-in-law of Kim, Craig & Yoko, Shannon & Justin, Nicole, John and Shaun & Shannon. Cherished grandpa of their families.

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John’s private family Funeral Service was held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Thursday 28th December 2023.

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Jim’s Funeral Service was held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive Coffs Harbour on Thursday 28th December 2023.

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2 Darcy Doyle glass framed prints, 40cm x 50cm 'The Kite Flyer' and 'Hopscotch' Photos can be sent $30. 0490 161 119

BISLEY womens workpant stretch cotton S10 1x black 1x stone Brand new $30 each Ph 0432 294 491

DIGITAL wireless stereo headphones. $45 Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119

LOUNGE 2 seater 2x 1 seater wooden arm rests exc cond $100 Call John 6651 7710

QUALITY wooden furniture for sale made by craftsman/carpenter variety to choose from view anytime. 66523791

TRAVELERS palm $50 Jacaranda and flame tree $40 each mature trees in pots, approx 9ft high. Ph 6653 8337

2015 Kia Cerato hatchback. One owner 72,500klms, reg till April 24, ex cond. $17,000 ono CYG89Y. 0417 681 863

2 fridges plus wine fridge corner cupboard unit and gas heater. Prices neg. 0407580436

HONDA top of the line self propelled twin break blade micro cut system Superior mulching, brand new, only used 4 times $1,299 now sell for $1,050. 0410 439 950

BLOWER Vacuum Morrison. $30 0499 592 475

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2x SOLID wooden wall shelves with fittings 900mmL x 230mmW x 40mmD. $40 each 0415 981 605 f011223

BOOTS blk 37 Dj & J $90. 0432 294 491

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2 x VINTAGE Floral padded footstools. 50cm x 45cm x 45cm H. Photos avail. $35 each.

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BOOTS, blk s37 Effegie $50. 0432 294 491

BRASS Monkey 60L fridge freeze suitable for car or camping, never been used. $400. Ph 0411 352 198 e291223

CANON Printer colour Pixma. $25ono Ph: 6650 0380 F171123

CARAVAN/Camping ramps. Orange x 2 12.5cmH x 21cmW As new. $35 each 0415 981 605

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DINING room table with turned red cedar legs and frame and coachwood top $200 Restored antique bed $3,500. 0400 976 080

HORSE MANURE Orders: 0429 583 144 e120124

JIGSAW colt js65jd exc cond $30. 6651 7710 JUG 1'5 litre Amber Glass Vintage. Fill with xmas treats. $50. Ph 0407 654 879

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ANALOG clock and tide clock mounted on 900yr old Cedar. Made by mens shed. 45cmL x 20cm H. $60 Photos avail. 0490 161 119 F271023

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DRESS/SHOES only worn once. Teal cocktail dress 12 ($400), Pewter D&J shoes 7 (189). $375 ono. 0408 495 387

JUST Cars magazines 60 total just $50 Ph: 0467 587 536

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COFFEE Machine Jura Impressa J9.3 Swiss Made, exc cond Reasonable Offer Accepted. 0418 278 966 Re190424

ANTIQUE red cedar bookcase $80. 0400 976 080

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ANTIQUE Table hexagonal, on steel castors. Exc cond. $265 0415 981 605

DVD complete set all 7 seasons Madmen $50ono 0488 763 132 F240323

APPLE iphone plus in GC, has recently had new screensaver fitted $145. Photos can be supplied. 0490 161 119 F221223

BED king and mattress good condition $70. Call John 6651 7710

ERGONOMIC Height adjustable study desk chair. $50. 0490 161 119

FEED bin, solid metal with lid, used for animal feed, capacity equivalent to a 44 gal drum. $75 6653 8337 F250823

FEEDER bin, metal galvanised, hooks onto fence or post. $55. 6653 8337

LAPTOP hard drive cloning kit $30. 6649 2967 F140521

LARGE bench for work or decoration. 2m have a look. Phone 6652 3791 F270123

COMPUTER aided drawing machine Open to offers Ph: 0429 945 374

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F L AV O U R C H E F cooking systyem-brand new $50 ono SMS 0409 916 076 F221021

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COOK canopy rangehood 60cm $50 Kitchen sink 1/1/2 basins with tap $50. Sawtell Ph: 0458 006 643 F170622

GARDEN River stones As new. From $10 to trailer load. 0415 981 605 ReS010324

GOLF clubs, D 2 full sets OL6658 2353 $100 perSset.

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BENCH grinder. $100 0400 323 656 F180823

CUFF Links, mesh gold tone, wrap around with red stone. $25 0407 654 879

GROLSCH bottles x 60. $50. 6658 2353 F151223

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DESK Grey, very strong folds down for moving 1.5m L x 73cm H x 75cm W. Exc cond. $40. 0415 981 605

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LOVELY Half Moon shape ottoman 110cmL x 50cmW $95. Photos avail. 0490 161 119 F011223

MARKWELL 3 phase 18cfm air compressor $99. Ph 0474 378 447 F280723

MATTRESS and base king single, as new $300 Ph: 0457 679 486 MATTRESS only, queen size, GC, clean, make an offer. 0409 400 128

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LARGE gold framed wall mirror. 75cm x 50cm. Photos can be sent. $45. 0490161119 F110823

LARGE metal FOB shape wall clock. 40cm diameter. $50. Photos can be supplied. 0490 161 119 F221223

MATURE trees, inc new season christmas bush, yukkas, clumping bamboo. 0428812383 MUSO Stomp Box SK inc cable, pick up & battery. $99 0407654879

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RUSTIC oblong 6 seat 1930's white mahogany farm table $60. Ph 0474 378 447 F280723

SHOWER Screen good cond 2 sides, one slider can deliver locally $99 call 0434 212 460 F021222

SKI Tube new tow bridle $30. New tow rope $30 0467 634 668 F011223

GYM equipment Exercise bike, rowing machine, ab machine Open this Offers 0429 945 374 F061022

Two Santee Kayaks Lightweight, stable, perfect for flatwater.

Blue, one 13’5” other 11’6”. Thermophored ABS plastic, solid bulkheads with storage.

Great condition, no dings, not scratched.

Paddles included.

Two pairs of Thule roof rack on VW for both kayaks. Package $2,000. 0411 261125 e120124

SNOW Skis and bindings. Incl poles and Salomen boots Great cond. $100 the lot 0409 022 456 F020623

SORBET maker $10 0499 592 475 F081223

VASE Mikasa Ceramic Blue. 32cm tall 25cm W Original Label. $50. Ph 0407 654 879 F151223

WALKER 4-wheeled good condition. $50 Ph: 0434 042 251

TANDEM Holstar Grand Tourer bike, exc cond $1200. 0458 274 319

WALL unit, large, timber and glass, good cond teak. $75. 6652 5377

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NORDIC track VR 19 exercise bike w/ manual $550. 0417 481 120

TAPESTRY, Glass framed and wall hung $95. 0422 440 802 F130123

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LARGE timber storage chest 85cm x 60cm x 48cmH. $65. Photos avail. 0490 161 119 f011223

OAK sideboards with ornate mirror, circa 1920. 0428 812 383 F110823

TENNIS racquets, man and ladies older style (Yvonne Goolagong) $40.00 each. Phone 0401 221 864 F270123

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Boats IMMACULATE 2017 Quintrex F370 Explorer Yamaha 15hp motor approx. 25 hours Alum trailer registered, casting deck and floor $7,000 0467 634 668 e120124

TRAILER Sailer Hutton 24 registered. Trailer & boat ready to go. $7500. 0427034446 Re230421

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STEAM Mop Hoover with 2 cleaning pads in very good as new condition $40 Moonee 0422440802 F271023

LANDCRUISER 1998 VCG dual tanks 295,000kms with good tires and kit. New Price $13,000 ono 12 months reg CR02QM Ph: 0415 621 222

VINTAGE art deco large wall mirror, 70cm x 50cm. $85. Photos can be sent.

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LARGE plastic garden pots, $4 each of 3 for $10. 6654 0829

2015 Suzuki Swift GL Hatchback 5 dr Auto Rego till Jan LD 2024 SO Exc cond 31,208kms.

DCB32G. $15,999 ono Ph: 0428 227 102 Re260424

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NIAGRA medical massage portable thermal eyclopad, $400 0499 592 475

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RECLINER Jason brand. Fully operational $50. 0409 022 456

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NEW mans PU leather cross over man bag 26cm x 22cm x 9cm $35. Photos can be sent 0490 161 119

TV hearing aid ear phones, Digitech, in box Rechargeable. $100 0407 654 879

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WASHING Machine Haier 6kg. Very good cond. $90 ono 0409 997 566 F241123

21ft Regent Legend 1998 Caravan Awning & full annexe queen size bed, shower toilet, vanity, full stove solar panels, 3 way fridge, gas/electric hot water system, TV rap round lounge that converts to a double bed, 3 water tanks, 5 new tyres and more. $32,000. 0401605584 e050124

WASHING machine Sterling 6.5kg.

LD VGC SO $100 ono.

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LARGE timber storage chest, 120cm x 40cm x 45cm H $65. Photos can be supplied. 0490161119

OZ trail wardrobe four shelves and hanging space $50 Ono 0456 210 772

LARGE vintage timber wall mirror. Photo can be supplied. 90cm x 70cm $40. 0490 161 119

PARTY Pack 27 glass drink cups + 15 pieces Wigs & Masks. $45 0407 654 879

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LEGO Number 6608 1982 Vintage tractor in box with instructions. $35. Photos avail. 0490 161 119

LG Bluray CD/DVD disk player. With remote. $45. Photos avail. 0490 161 119 F011223

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THREE Heavey duty collapsible reflective safety truck triangles $30 0490 161 119

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PHIX steel saw bench with operating instructions in GC, has not been used much $35. 0421 699 174 F081223

TIMBER venetian blinds various sizes 50ml slats Brown oak as new 2 sets 210cm W, 1 set 120cm W. From $50 to $100. 0405 083 245

WINE Bar decor 3 green glass bottles in Seagrass Vintage 1970 $100 ono 0407654879 F250823

WINE Fridge – Large Transtherm Ermitage Holds 240 bottles Reasonable Offer Accepted. 0418278966 Re190424

WOK Bessemer $20. 0499 592 475

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BILLARD table 8ft x 4ft plus accessories - equal to new. Slate top, Drop pockets, turn legs and sides. Full price $5,000 Ph: 6653 7595

LARGE Computer desk $95ono. Ph: 6650 0380

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FISHING Gear. Lures lines, sinkers etc. all for $20. 0499 592 475

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R&R heavy duty over toilet chair with antisplash 250kg, swl. $95. Photos can be supplied. 0490 161 119

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COMMODE, mid century oak bedroom toilet. Circa 1950s with original chamber pot. $75. Photos can be sent. 0490 161 119

LOVELY boudoir bedroom dressing chair Unmarked. $85. Photos can be sent. 0490 161 119

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CD Rack stand, Solid timber holds 60 CD’s in excel cond $40 Ph 0422 440 802 Woopi

LOUNGE 2 seater single seater wood arm rests exc cond. $100 6651 7710

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ABROCKET twister exercise waist and abdomen trainer Brand new in box $35. 0490 161 119

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CARGO Barrier to suit early Nissan X-Trail Milford brand. $50. Ph 0421 750 592

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A variety of pictures old & modern prints, several by old masters. Reducing collection, prices lower Phone 6652 3791

DINING chairs, timber framed quality dining chairs x 6, GC Upholstered in “ Ostrich print” off white material $100 for the lot. Pickup only Park Beach. Ph 0419 649 391

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2 Super Sleeper single bed mattress toppers brand new, top of the range ordered in error for $718, will not fit my new caravan. $150 each or $250 the pair. Ph 0403 033 205

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PRESTIGE Pressure cooker perfect cond.

Trivet, basket and spare seal incl. $99 Ph: 6653 8337 or 0419 166 688 F220422

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TIMBER Vintage free standing chevelle mirror Glass measures 1m x 30cm. $85 Photos available 0490 161 119

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Motors 2008 VW Golf hatch auto, 244,307km, 6 mth rego. $6,000. Ph 0477 990 446 Re020623

IMPRESSIVE 23’6” tandem axle Traveller Sensation caravan. Independant suspensions, free camper with 2 batteries solar panels, water tanks Rarely used, stored undercover. Rego May 2024, W33361 Custom build: separate bedroom many cupboards. New A/T tyres, batteries awning fabric, shower wand, safe, & cover Comes with 2Kva Honda generator & many many extras! $59,750 Email for details: ken_judi@ bigpond.net.au or Ph: 0400 393 095 e291223

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Movement on the RISE STORY STARTS on BACK COVER, Page 32 Mr Singh, the Shadow Minister for Tourism and Emergency Services, said sport was a huge part of the fabric of the Coffs Coast.

RISE Coffs Harbour will use the funding to help its players improve their football with technical training and to increase connections to important youth services.

RISE began in 2020 to help local refugee children integrate into the community using football as the global platform for inclusion.

The program has grown significantly and RISE is now recognised as a prominent hub for aspiring young footballers with a diverse membership of about 200 players aged from 4-18 years.

Almost half are children from refugee backgrounds.

The Junior Program is for 4–11-year-olds and the Youth Wellbeing Program operates for players from 12-18 years. There is a dedicated RISE bus service which takes players to training and then to school five days a week, as well as offering a Training Breakfast Program which provided more than 200 breakfasts this year alone.

RISE Technical and Business Director Phil McMullen said the latest grant was one of many success stories for RISE in 2023, and said the program aimed to help every player reach their full potential and to live ‘life with purpose’.

“With good self-esteem and confidence, young people make positive choices and explore their full potential,” he said.

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey Hart RESULTS of the 600m Long Range event held on Saturday December 23, 2023 at the Dairyville range with 21 participants. F-Open (from a possible 120): Mykel Watson 117.5, Noel Furness 114.5, Theo G 112.6, Bruce Hartmann 110.3, Robert Ramsey 109.2, Greg Roberts

Park beach women’s bowling

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MIXED pairs Friday 22nd December C Keogh, L Loadsman, M DeMeio def

“RISE is football without barriers, it’s about young people achieving their goals and connecting with their community.

“If you can’t get to RISE, we have a bus.

“If you need food, we offer breakfast, if you don’t have a uniform, we supply one.

“If you can’t get to school, the RISE bus gets you there.

“Our RISE Partnerships Program also helps families find solutions to some of life’s problems.”

In addition to technical football coaching and development, this year RISE kicked a number of goals including: partnering with Gold Coast United to provide elite pathways for talented North Coast NSW footballers (already three players have secured contracts with GCU), developing a Youth Wellbeing Program, creating a Community Connections Program, establishing a Refugee Assistance Program, and forming an alliance with Lighthouse Health and Education to offer psychological health services and a Respectful Relationships initiative.

Melad Khalan has been with RISE since the very first session and could not thank the program enough for all it has done for him, including helping him get a part-time job at Woolworths.

His passion is football and the high intensity, technical training is providing a fast track for development.

The 17-year-old praised the program and the effort Phil McMullen had put into training him.

“It’s hard to put into words,” he said.

“It’s the fact that Phil wakes up early every morning to come and train us, it’s incredible.

107.3, Visitors - Matt Foster 112.8, F/TR (from a possible 120): Jon Brown 114.9, Alan Phillips 110.5, Lucas G 110.5, Glenn K 110.2, Tony Bowling 103.4, Ron Dean 90.2, Tony Queitzsch 84.0, Sporting/ Hunting (from a possible 100): Jess Hancock 99.7, Josh P 98.10, Michael Paul 94.7, Cherelle Steinhardt 87.1, Tim Bowyer 86.2, Visitors – Caleb Furness 95.8, Matt Gundry 86.4 D Futcher, R DeMeio, R Lane 19/16 Y and J Hinsley def C Williamson, G Duffey 23/11 R Oakley, C Cutt def K Dunn, J Phillips 19/10 M and S Watt def P Poulton, C Treharne 27/9

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RISE Coffs Harbour had a big year in 2023.

Yvan Munyaneza is another player who loves RISE, as the 16-year-old explained the benefits of the program.

“RISE has developed my skills,” he said.

“I made the Premier Youth League teams in the 15s, 16s and the 18s for 2024.

“It’s more than just football, it’s about respect, listening to each other and helping each other.”

Phil McMullen plans to enter RISE teams into regional, state, and inter-state tournaments in 2024, and will host a RISE Coffs Cup within the next 18 months.

There are plans to link with other regional clubs across the North Coast of NSW. As well as playing, registered

members can receive coaching accreditation next year, including the Miniroos Coaching program.

To find out more, please contact Technical Director Phil McMullen on 0403 472 154.

RISE Coffs Harbour is a notfor-profit organisation and has a Management Committee of volunteers including business professionals, doctors, teachers, veterinarians, and financial experts.

The major priorities for the next three years are to develop strong links to community organisations and professional service providers to form commercial partnerships that help with projects like the Training Breakfast Program.

Best Average Putting Div 1 Wendy Mason 28.6 R/up Joy Lawrence 30.4 Div 2 Gloria

By Janet O'Dowd Rossi 29.2 R/up Elaine Everitt 30 Best 4BBB Player Sharon 2023 Ladies Presentation Awards Point score Sharon Shipman 10 R/ Shipman 21c/b R/up Joy Lawrence 21 up Gayle James 9 Most Birdies Div 1 Joy Best Average Stroke Sharon Shipman Lawrence 12 Div 2 Narelle Hall 3 73.4 R/up Elaine Everitt 73.5 Most Chip-ins Div 1 Wendy Best Average Stableford Narelle Hall Mason 7 Div 2 Brenda Connors 8 35.29 R/up Sharon Shipman 35 Captain's Pick Pauline Barnes Stroke Eclectic Div 1 Joy Lawrence 68.125 R/up Sharon Shipman 68.875 19/12 Stableford A: Richard Div 2 Elaine Everitt 77.125 R/up Kidd 40c/b, Lochie Smith 40. B: Robbie O'Dwyer 77.875 Stableford Eclectic Div 1 Gayle James Gary Reynolds 38c/b, Bill Blaikie 38. C: Chris Ryan 38c/b. Balls 59.1 R/up Robyn Hodgson 57 to 34c/b. NTP 7 A: John Veness, Div 2 Jenni Ball 63 R/up Pauline B: Stephen Spencer, C: Chris Barnes 57

Collins (pro pin). NTP 11 A: David Knudsen, B: Wayne Parkin, C: Col O'Connor. Eagles on 8th: Phil Elliot, Justin Smith 20/12 Medley Stableford Natalie Jacobs 37, Debbie Telford 35. Balls to 33c/b 21/12 Play 9 Geoff Pratt 21, Martin Linehan 20. Balls to 17c/b 23/12 Stableford A: Clint Samuels 38, Charoen Sroyphet 37c/b. B: Ken Alderman 38, Vincent Butcher 37. C: Ross Plant 42, Jordan Davis 39. Balls to 34c/b. NTP 7 A: Allan Heffernan (pro pin), B: Garry Hardcastle, C: Cyanlee Manlupig. NTP 11 A: Michael Kenny, B: Nathan Cooper, C: Karl Taylor

“We can’t thank him enough; he is a great coach and has lots of experience.

“Phil has great skills and he cares about all of us.”

Charlotte Bunny plays in the Premier Youth League (PYL), and has also been with RISE from day one.

The 14-year-old hopes to play professionally in the future, and said taking part in RISE had helped improve her game.

“The soccer is great, the coaching and the intensity, the friendships, getting up early and the motivation,” she said. “It’s high intensity, physical football and it has helped me improve.

“The kids are great and it is all about developing us as players as well as our wellbeing.”

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In this celebratory documentary from French director Valérie Jourdan, Curtis’s fascinating trajectory is explored. Shunning stereotypes and proving that age is merely number, this vibrant doco leans on a trove of archival footage, featuring scenes from the comedy A Fish Called Wanda and the Halloween series, among many.

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Known for acidtongued quips that throw political correctness and traditional morality to the curb, he’s a man who knows how to shock.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Rulla’s Cooking On Country. (R) 10.00 The Truth About Menopause With Myf Warhurst. (PG, R) 11.00 The Great Australian Bee Challenge. (Final, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (PG, R) 2.25 Cook And The Chef. (R) 2.55 Sydney Symphony Orchestra Live Gala. (R) 5.00 Back Roads.

(PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PG) 10.20 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGa, R) 11.10 Wonderful World Of Baby Animals. (Final, R) 12.00 WorldWatch.2.15 Britain’s Most Luxurious Hotels. (R) 3.10 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy!

(R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown). 12.30 The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 4. Afternoon session. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. Second Test.

Aust v Pakistan. Late afternoon session.

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9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 Mr Mayor. (PGs, R) 12.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm, R) 1.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 1.

Group stage. Spain v Brazil.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Judge Judy.

(PG, R) 9.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. (R) 9.30 Neighbours. (PGa, R) 10.00 Studio 10.

(PG) 12.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGal, R) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Bold. (PGa, R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back In Time For The Corner Shop: 1980s – 1990s. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG) A podcaster is murdered.

9.00 Doc Martin Christmas Special. (Ma, R) Christmas is coming to Portwenn and Doc Martin has had the grotto closed down.

10.05 Farewell Doc Martin.

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10.55 Life. (Mls, R) 12.00 Wakefield. (Malv, R) 12.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 History Of The Amalfi Coast. (PGa) 8.25 Brooklyn Bridge: Engineering Masterpiece. (PG) 9.25 Megadams. (PG, R) 10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 L’Opera. (Mal) 11.50 Sisi. (MA15+as) 2.50 Nine Perfect Strangers. (Malv, R) 3.45 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 18.

Melbourne Renegades v Adelaide Strikers.

11.00 MOVIE: Unforgiven. (1992, Mlv, R) A retired gunfighter and killer-for-hire is confronted by his evil past when he is asked to take on one last job.

Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman.

1.40 12 Monkeys. (MA15+av, R) Cole faces the unthinkable to save the woman he loves. There is an escape from the city of Titan.

3.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 Million Dollar Minute.

(R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.

5.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PGdl) Follows police units that operate random breath-test patrols around Australia.

8.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 1.

Group stage. Great Britain v Australia.

From RAC Arena, Perth.

2.00 Cross Court. (R) Hosted by Todd Woodbridge and Jelena Dokic.

2.30 Good Chef Hunting. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Postcards Summer. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (PGls, R) 8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma, R) Four mates set out to embarrass each other.

9.00 MOVIE: Rambo: Last Blood.

(2019, MA15+av, R) A veteran battles a Mexican cartel. Sylvester Stallone, Yvette Monreal.

10.55 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible III. (2006, Mv, R) 1.25 The Project. (R) 2.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 3.30 Home Shopping. (R)

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Gardening Australia Junior.

7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MOVIE: A League Of Their Own. (1992, PG) 10.35 Would I Lie To You At Christmas?

11.05 QI Christmas Special. 11.35 Ghosts. (Final) 12.10am Killing Eve. 12.55 George Clarke’s Amazing Christmas Spaces. 1.40 ABC News Update. 1.45 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Shortland St. Noon The Indian Pacific: The Full Journey. 3.15 WorldWatch. 5.15 Shortland St. 5.45 Vs Arashi. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.25 Sex Actually With Alice Levine. 10.20 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. 11.15 Limetown. 12.15am MOVIE: Vice Versa: Chyna. (2021, MA15+) 1.55 Couples Therapy. 2.25 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country.

2.00 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.00 Animal SOS Australia. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 I Escaped To The Country. 5.00 Pie In The Sky. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.

8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Escape To The Perfect Town. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian.

Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Southwest Passage. (1954, PG) 5.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 1. Group stage. Spain v Brazil. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 MOVIE: Notting Hill. (1999, M) 10.00 Madam Secretary. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 9. Perth Glory v Macarthur FC. Highlights. 8.30 Dr Phil. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 11.30 Jake And The Fatman.

12.30pm JAG. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 A Million Little Things. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Red Shoes. Continued. (1948, PG) 8.20 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 10.15 The Producers. (2005, M) 12.45pm Man Of The Year. (2006, M) 2.50 Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish) 4.25 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG) 6.00 Mosley. (2019, PG) 7.45 The Witches. (1990, PG) 9.30 Heathers. (1988, MA15+) 11.25 Spin Me Round. (2022, MA15+) 1.20am Blackbird. (2019, M) 3.10 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 American Restoration.

Noon American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Motor MythBusters. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Air America. (1990, M) 9.50 MOVIE: Get The Gringo. (2012, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1pm Bewitched. 1.30 Raymond. 2.30 Full House.

3.00 Seinfeld. 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Children’s Programs.

5.40 MOVIE: Wedding Daze. (2006, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The DUFF. (2015, M) 9.30 MOVIE: The Edge Of Seventeen. (2016, M) 11.35 Dating No Filter.

12.05am Under The Dome. 1.05 Life After Lockup.

2.00 Surfing Australia TV. 2.30 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

1pm Defining Moments. 1.30 Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Motown Magic. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Strait To The Plate.

6.00 Bamay. 6.35 Arabian Inferno. 7.30 MOVIE: A Kiwi Christmas. (2017, PG) 9.05 MOVIE: White Chicks. (2004, M) 11.05 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 News. 10.30 News. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Trump Unprecedented. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda.

4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.30 News.

6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 The Rita Panahi Show.

8.00 Royal Report. 8.30 The Secrets Of My Success. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 NewsNight. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat Please Note: Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the Networks.

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SATURDAY, December 30 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 2.00 The Gospel According To Marcia. (PG, R) 3.25 Doc Martin Christmas Special. (PG, R) 4.30 Farewell Doc Martin. (PG, R) 5.20 Landline Summer. (R) 5.50 The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Celebrating 70 Years. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (PGa, R) 11.00 Rick Steves’ Europe. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir.

1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The World’s Best Film.

(PGa, R) 3.35 Ethnic Business Awards. (PG, R) 5.35 Wonders Of The World I Can’t See. (PGls)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Morning Programs. 10.30 Cricket. Second Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 5. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown). 12.30 The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. Second Test. Aust v Pakistan. Afternoon session. 3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. Second Test. Aust v Pakistan. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Mr Mayor. (PGs, R) 10.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 2.

Group stage. Czech Republic v China. Netherlands v Norway.

5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 Country House Hunters Australia.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 The Dog House. (PGa, R) 12.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. (R) 12.30 The Yes Experiment.

(PGa) 1.00 GCBC. (R) 1.30 Exploring Off The Grid. (PGl, R) 2.00 Healthy Homes. (R) 2.30 Luca’s Key Ingredient. (R) 3.00 Jamie Oliver: Cooking For Less. 4.00 My Market Kitchen.

4.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 5.00 News.

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

7.30 All Creatures Great And Small. It is spring of 1939 and some big changes are happening at Skeldale and everyone has to learn how to adjust.

9.10 Vera. (Mad, R) Part 2 of 4. DCI Vera and the team investigate after the body of a young man is found face-down in a river, only to discover a link to an old crime at a remote farmhouse more than a decade earlier.

10.40 The Capture. (Mlv, R) DCI Carey investigates a TV hack.

11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of Britain’s Historic Houses & Gardens. (PGa) 8.40 Jamie Lee Curtis: Hollywood Call Of Freedom.

9.40 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 10.30 Secrets Of The Royal Palaces. (PGa, R) 11.20 Rex In Rome. (Mv, R) 1.10 Mister8. (Mls, R) 3.25 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.

7.30 MOVIE: Kindergarten Cop. (1990, Mv, R) A detective goes undercover as a kindergarten teacher to catch a drug dealer. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Penelope Ann Miller.

9.55 MOVIE: Spy. (2015, MA15+lnv, R) An analyst takes on an arms dealer.

Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne.

12.30 12 Monkeys. (MA15+av, R) 2.30 Home Shopping.

4.00 Get Clever. (R) 5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic Park. (1993, PGv, R) 10.00 MOVIE: The Lost World: Jurassic Park. (1997, PGv, R) 12.20 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Ms, R) 1.10 World’s Greatest Man Made Wonders. (PGa, R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) 2.30 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG)

6.00 MOVIE: Clifford The Big Red Dog. (2021, PGav) A girl’s puppy grows giant overnight. Darby Camp, Jack Whitehall.

7.55 MOVIE: Sahara. (2005, Mv, R) An explorer’s quest to find a lost US Civil War ship, said to contain a fortune in treasure, leads him to Africa. Matthew McConaughey, Penélope Cruz.

10.25 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol. (2011, Mv, R) A spy goes rogue to uncover the truth after his organisation is implicated in a bombing. Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Authentic. (PG) Religious program.

5.00 Hour Of Power.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Live At The Apollo. 10.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 10.45 Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2021: Opening Night. 11.40 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. 12.25am State Of The Union. 12.45 MythBusters. 1.35 Portlandia. 2.20 ABC News Update. 2.25 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Shortland St. Noon Christians Like Us. 2.10 Planet A. 2.40 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista.

2.55 WorldWatch. 4.55 Vs Arashi. 5.50 American Runestone: A Viking Mystery. 6.45 The Toys That Built The World. 7.35 Impossible Engineering.

8.30 Greatest Hits Of The 80s. 10.20 Letterkenny.

(Return) 11.25 Fear The Walking Dead. 1.10am The X-Files. 3.00 Late Programs.

7TWO (62)

6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Escape To The Country. Noon Horse Racing. Royal Randwick Race Day, Saturday At The Valley and Magic Millions Prelude. 5.30 RSPCA Animal Rescue. 6.00 Extreme Animal Transport. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet In Autumn. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country.

10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Carol Drinkwater’s Secret Provence. 12.30am Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 Gideon’s Way. 8.30 TV Shop. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 MOVIE: Devil Girl From Mars. (1954, PG) 12.35pm MOVIE: The Green Man. (1956) 2.15 MOVIE: The Honey Pot. (1967, PG) 5.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 2. Group stage. Czech Republic v China. Poland v Brazil. Netherlands v Norway. Italy v Germany. 2am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder.

11.30 On The Fly. Noon Escape Fishing With ET. 12.30 Dr Phil. 1.30 Luxury Escapes. 2.00 Jake And The Fatman. 3.00 JAG. 7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 10. Melbourne Victory v Adelaide United. 10.15 MOVIE: The Murder Of Nicole Brown Simpson. (2019, MA15+) Midnight FBI: International. 1.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am This Beautiful Fantastic. Continued. (2016, PG) 6.55 Love And Friendship. (2016, PG) 8.35 Heidi.

(2015, PG, German) 10.35 The Ice Storm. (1997, M) 12.45pm Destination Wedding. (2018, M) 2.20 The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. (2018, PG) 4.10 Funny Lady. (1975, PG) 6.40 The Thief Lord. (2006, PG) 8.30 Infinite Storm. (2022, M) 10.20 After Blue.

(2021, MA15+, French) 12.45am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 My Road To Adventure.

2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Boating. Austn V8 Superboats C’ship. Replay. 4.00 Secrets Of The Supercars. 5.00 Counting Cars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars.

7.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files.

8.30 Disasters At Sea. 9.30 Mighty Trains. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.45pm MOVIE: HouseSitter. (1992, PG) 3.45 MOVIE: Kicking & Screaming. (2005, PG) 5.45 MOVIE: Yours, Mine And Ours. (2005, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: What Happens In Vegas. (2008, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Couples Retreat. (2009, M) 11.45 Dating No Filter. 12.15am Yorkshire Job Centre. 2.05 Starting Up, Starting Over. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge. 4.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

3.00pm Songlines. 3.35 Bigger & Blacker: Steven Oliver, My Life In Cabaret. 3.55 Voices To Martuwarra Fitzroy. 4.00 The Secrets Of Pecan Summer. 5.00 Going Places. 6.00 The Last Land: Gespe’gewa’gi.

6.30 The Barber. 7.00 Great Lakes Wild. 7.30 Great Australian Walks. 8.30 Ella Fitzgerald At The Paris Olympia. 9.00 Quincy Jones Big Band. 9.45 MOVIE: The Exorcist. (1973, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Weekend Edition. 10.00 Weekend Live. 11.00 Weekend Live. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00 Weekend Live. 2.00 The Menzies Movies. 3.00 Weekend Live. 4.00 News. 4.30 News. 5.00 Weekend Live. 6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 The Rita Panahi Show. 8.00 Royal Report. 8.30 The Secrets Of My Success. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, December 31 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Compass.

(PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline Summer. (R) 1.00 New Leash On Life. (R) 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 All Creatures Great And Small. (R) 4.10 You Can’t Ask That. (PG, R) 4.40 Grand Designs. (Final, PG, R) 5.25 The ABC Of. (PG, R) 5.55 Spicks And Specks: AusMusic Special. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (R) 10.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 11.00 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch.

1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cook Up Bitesize.

(R) 3.05 Dance In Focus: Still Life. 3.30 Best Australian Dance Short Films 2021. 4.35 Dancing At The Royal Palaces. 5.15 Wonders Of The World I Can’t See. (PGl)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show Summer Series.

(PG) 12.00 The Chase. (R) 1.00 MOVIE: Close Encounters Of The Third Kind. (1977, PGh, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 GolfBarons. (Return) 10.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 3. Group stage. USA v Great Britain. Canada v Chile.

5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 RBT. (PGd, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 12.00 4x4 Adventures. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 2.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 3.30 GCBC. (R) 4.00 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. (R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (R) 5.00 News.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Yearly With Charlie Pickering 2023. (PG, R) 8.30 New Year’s Eve: Welcome To NYE. A night of entertainment and celebration.

9.00 New Year’s Eve: 9PM Fireworks.

Coverage of the pre-midnight fireworks.

9.05 New Year’s Eve: Concert From Sydney Harbour. An all-star concert.

11.30 New Year’s Eve: Countdown To Midnight.

12.00 New Year’s Eve: Midnight Fireworks.

12.20 Rage New Year’s Special. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.10 Dinner For One. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Clive Davis: The Soundtrack Of Our Lives. (Mdl) 9.45 Billy Joel: Live At Yankee Stadium. (PG) 11.20 Kenny Rogers: All In For The Gambler. (R) 1.10 MOVIE: La Belle Époque.

(2019, MA15+ans, R) 3.10 Child Genius Australia. (PG, R) 4.10 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League.

Game 20. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars. From Adelaide Oval.

11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. The consequences of transgender misdiagnosis.

12.00 134th Rose Parade. (PG) The annual New Year’s Day Rose Parade from Pasadena, California, featuring the theme “Turning the Corner”.

2.00 Home Shopping.

3.30 Million Dollar Minute.

(R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.

4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 MOVIE: Hairspray.

(2007, PGls, R) Nikki Blonsky.

9.15 MOVIE: Pitch Perfect. (2012, Mls, R) A freshman joins an all-girl a cappella group. Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow.

11.20 MOVIE: Can’t Stop The Music. (1980, PGdls, R) 1.40 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R) 2.30 Good Chef Hunting. (PG, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 GolfBarons. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.00 MOVIE: Sonic The Hedgehog 2.

(2022, PGalv) Dr Robotnik searches for a mystic emerald. Jim Carrey, James Marsden.

8.25 MOVIE: The First Wives Club.

(1996, PGal, R) After their university friend commits suicide following her divorce, three women are reunited. They discover they have each been dumped by their husbands for younger women, and decide to get revenge. Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler, Diane Keaton.

10.30 MOVIE: Hustlers.

(2019, MA15+lns, R) Strip club employees trick their clients. Jennifer Lopez.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.55pm Shaun The Sheep. 7.05 Karma’s World. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Louis Theroux: Gambling In Las Vegas. 9.35 You Can’t Ask That. 10.05 Doc Martin. 10.55 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 11.35 MOVIE: L.A. Confidential.

(1997, MA15+) 1.50am ABC News Update. 1.55 Close. 5.00 Beep And Mort. 5.25 The Wonder Gang.

5.35 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Shortland St. Noon Patriot Brains. 12.55 The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 3.50 The Casketeers.

4.15 WorldWatch. 4.45 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. 6.35 MOVIE: Super Mario Bros. (1993, PG) 8.30 Billy Connolly: Great American Trail.

9.25 Taskmaster’s New Year’s Treat. 10.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (62)

6am Morning Programs.

11.00 DVine Living. 11.30 Last Chance Learners.

Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Carol Drinkwater’s Secret Provence. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Extreme Animal Transport. 3.00 The Yorkshire Vet In Autumn. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 I Escaped To The Country. 6.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Call The Midwife. 11.05 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 The Baron. 11.40 Iconic Australia. 12.40pm MOVIE: Bikini Beach. (1964, PG) 2.45 MOVIE: Kings Of The Sun. (1963, PG) 5.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 3. Group stage. USA v Great Britain. Canada v Chile. 7.00 M*A*S*H. 8.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 3. Group stage. China v Serbia. 2am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 The Offroad Adventure Show.

9.00 All 4 Adventure. 10.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 11.00 JAG. 1pm On The Fly. 1.30 What’s Up Down Under. 2.30 Taste Of Australia: BBQ. 3.00 Tough Tested. 4.00 JAG. 5.00 iFish. 5.30 JAG. 6.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 10. Central Coast Mariners v Perth Glory. 9.30 NCIS. 11.20 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. Continued.

(2018, PG) 6.50 Mosley. (2019, PG) 8.40 Funny Lady. (1975, PG) 11.10 Blackbird. (2019, M) 1pm The Confirmation. (2016, M) 2.50 Belle And Sebastian 2.

(2015, PG, French) 4.40 The Band’s Visit. (2007, PG, Arabic) 6.20 Little Women. (1994, PG) 8.30 20th Century Women. (2016, M) 10.40 An Education.

(2009, M) 12.35am Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 Counting Cars. 10.30 Storage Wars. 11.30 Fish Of The Day. Noon The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 2.30 Step Outside. 3.00 Fishing Addiction.

4.00 Pawn Stars. 5.00 Storage Wars: TX. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Danger Close: The Battle Of Long Tan. (2019, MA15+) 10.55 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

Noon Tennis. Brisbane International. 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 MOVIE: Safe House. (2012, M) 9.45 MOVIE: The Land. (2021, MA15+) 11.45 Dating No Filter. 12.15am Ashlee And Evan. (Premiere) 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. 4.30 Transformers Bumblebee: Cyberverse Adventures. 4.50 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 5.10 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

9.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 10.00 Rugby League. Koori Knockout. Replay.

12.05pm Rugby League. Koori Knockout. Replay.

1.30 Rugby League. Murri Carnival. Replay. 2.30 Gathering. 2.50 Going Places. 3.50 The Whole Table. 5.50 Moko. 6.20 Wild Mexico. 7.25 Marvin Gaye: What’s Going On? 8.30 Tina: One Last Time.

10.20 Tina: What’s Love. 12.05am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Weekend Live. Noon News.

12.30 News. 1.00 Weekend Live. 2.00 Artificial Intelligence Investigated. 3.00 Weekend Live.

4.00 News. 4.30 News. 5.00 Weekend Live. 6.00 The Race. 7.00 Elizabeth II: Life of Duty. 8.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 8.30 The Secrets Of My Success. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 Fox Sports News.

10.30 News. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

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MONDAY, January 1 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R) 7.00 News. 9.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 9.55 Movin’ To The Country. (R) 10.55 Keep On Dancing. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera.

(PG, R) 2.30 Welcome To NYE. (R) 3.00 9PM Fireworks. (R) 3.05 NYE: Live From Sydney Harbour. (R) 5.30 Countdown To Midnight. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour.

(R) 9.10 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. 10.15 Patrizio Buanne: Celebration. (R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Second Edition. 2.00 Sesame Street: 50 Years Of Sunny Days. (PGa, R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Joyful. 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PGhv) 2.00 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) Highlights from the year in review.

10.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 4. Group stage. Poland v Spain. Croatia v Norway.

4.30 9News Afternoon.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) Hosted by Eddie McGuire.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Hungry. (R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (PG, R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 Planet Shapers.

(R) 12.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGa, R) 1.00 Dr Phil.

(PGal, R) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Bold. (PGa, R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 New Year’s Eve: Midnight Fireworks. (R) 6.30 Tabby McTat. (R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Pick Of The Litter.

8.50 MOVIE: The Imitation Game.

(2014, Ma, R) A mathematician tries to unravel a code. Benedict Cumberbatch.

10.40 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. (PG, R) 11.40 Nude Next Door. (Malns, R) 12.40 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 5.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2023.

9.15 MOVIE: Amazing Grace. (2018, G) Charts the recording of Amazing Grace.

Aretha Franklin, James Cleveland.

10.55 Blanca. (Premiere, MA15+av) 12.00 Partisan. (Mal, R) 4.20 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 22.

Brisbane Heat v Sydney Sixers.

11.00 Motorway Patrol. (PGa) A 12-year-old is caught driving.

11.30 Highway Cops. (Ml) A truck is hit by a hatchback.

12.00 Bates Motel. (MA15+av, R) Dylan is ordered to kill Zane.

1.00 Travel Oz. (R) Hosted

by Greg Grainger.

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Tennis. United Cup. Day 4.

Group stage. Australia v USA. From RAC Arena, Perth. France v Germany.

From Ken Rosewall Arena, Sydney.

2.00 Good Chef Hunting. (R) Alejandro Saravia visits the Great Ocean Road.

2.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory.

(PGa) Religious program.

4.30 Hello SA. (PG) The team celebrates local businesses.

5.00 9News Early.

5.30 Today. The latest in news and current affairs.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (PGdls, R) 8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (PGl, R) Four mates set out to embarrass each other.

9.00 MOVIE: Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. (2022, Madv, R) The story of Weird Al Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame to his torrid celebrity love affairs. Daniel Radcliffe, Rainn Wilson.

11.05 MOVIE: Transformers. (2007, Mv, R) 1.50 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks.

8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MythBusters. 9.20 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 10.55 Louis Theroux’s LA Stories. Midnight Would I Lie To You? 12.30 QI. 1.00 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 1.45 Brian Johnson’s A Life On The Road. 2.25 ABC News Update. 2.30 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 Shortland St. Noon The Kimberley Cruise: The Full Journey. 2.20 Sidelined: Women In Basketball. 3.25 WorldWatch.

5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. (Premiere) 6.40 Jeopardy! (Return) 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 Scrubs. 12.45am The Devil You Know. 1.35 Jack The Ripper: Hidden Victims. 2.30 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 DVine Living. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Noon Better Homes.

1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender.

2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Last Chance Learners. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes.

5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Fortitude.

11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Bondi Vet. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 M*A*S*H. 4.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 4. Group stage. Poland v Spain. Croatia v Norway. 7.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 MOVIE: The Negotiator. (1998, M) 11.25 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 All 4 Adventure. 9.30 Reel Action. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager.

2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Little Women. Continued. (1994, PG) 7.10 The Thief Lord.

(2006, PG) 9.00 Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride. (2005, PG) 10.25 An Education. (2009, M) 12.20pm Infinite Storm. (2022, M) 2.10 Roxane. (2019, PG, French) 3.45 Diana. (2013, PG) 5.50 Hachi: A Dog’s Tale. (2009, PG) 7.30 Made In Dagenham. (2010, M) 9.35 Arthur Newman. (2012, MA15+) 11.20 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

1.30pm Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 Motor Racing. Austn Rally C’ship. Rally of Canberra.

H’lights. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.30 Bakugan. Noon Tennis. Brisbane International. Day 2. 6.00 Tennis. Brisbane International. Night 2. 11.00 MOVIE: Young Guns.

(1988, M) 1.10am Under The Dome. 2.05 Life After Lockup. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge.

4.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 5.00 Pokémon Journeys. 5.30 Yu-GiOh! Sevens.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

1.40pm Moko. 2.10 Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Taste Of The Territory.

6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Coastal Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 Sons Of Namatjira. 9.55 MOVIE: Dog Eat Dog. (2016, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 News. 9.00 First Edition. 9.30 First Edition. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 News. 11.30 News.

Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.30 News. 6.00 Peta Credlin.

7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored.

9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 NewsNight. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, January 2 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R) 7.00 News. 9.30 Ask The Doctor. (R) 9.55 Dream Gardens. (R) 10.25 One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Keep On Dancing. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (Mv, R) 2.30 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Love Your Garden. (Return)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PG) 10.10 Paddington Station 24/7. (PGal, R) 11.00 Secret Cities. (Mans, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Egypt’s Lost City of Canopus. (PG, R) 2.55 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Morning Show Mysteries: Murder Ever After. (2021, PGav) 2.00 Border Security: Int. (PG, R) 2.30 Surf Patrol. (R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia. (R)

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 10.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 5.

Group stage. Czech Republic v Serbia. Greece v Chile.

4.30 9News Afternoon.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) Hosted by Eddie McGuire.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Hungry. (R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (PG, R) 11.30 Planet Shapers. (R) 12.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) 1.00 Dr Phil.

(PGal, R) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Bold. (PG, R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 A Symphonic Odyssey With Professor Brian Cox. 9.00 Brian Cox: Seven Days On Mars.

(R) Presented by Professor Brian Cox. 10.30 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Madl, R) 11.25 Baby Surgeons. (Ma, R) 12.15 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.00 Tenable. (R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.35 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.35 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 5.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 8.20 Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive.

9.25 Australia Uncovered: The Truth About Anxiety With Celia Pacquola. (Mad, R) 10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Das Boot. (MA15+a, R) 12.55 Dear Mama. (Mal, R) 3.15 Going Places. (PG, R) 4.15 Bamay. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 23.

Melbourne Stars v Melbourne Renegades.

11.00 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma, R) Follows the work of an ambulance service, giving an insight into the life and death incidents they face.

12.00 Bates Motel. (MA15+av, R) Norma tries to connect with Norman.

1.00 My Impossible House: Historic Cattle Barn. (PG, R) A couple transform a barn.

2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Travel Guides. (PGlns, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000, Mav, R) A Roman general seeks revenge.

Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix.

11.30 New Amsterdam. (Mamv, R) 12.15 MOVIE: Black Water: Abyss. (2020, Mhl, R) 2.05 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGl, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 9News Early.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. (PGls, R) 8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Mans, R) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting by trying their hand at virtual golf.

9.00 MOVIE: Star Trek. (2009, Mv, R) The Enterprise embarks on a rescue mission. Chris Pine.

11.30 MOVIE: Transformers: The Last Knight. (2017, Mlv, R) 2.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 3.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Bliss. 8.55 Rosehaven. 9.25 Portlandia. 10.10 State Of The Union. 10.30 Back. 10.55 Would I Lie To You? 11.25 MOVIE: A League Of Their Own. (1992, PG) 1.30am ABC News Update. 1.35 Close. 5.00 Beep And Mort.

5.25 The Wonder Gang. 5.35 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Shortland St. Noon The Tailings. 12.10 In My Own World. 1.00 Rhod Gilbert: Stand Up To Shyness. 2.10 Cat Ladies. 3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats.

8.30 Dark Side Of The 2000s. (Premiere) 9.25 Alone: The Skills Challenge. 10.15 Hudson & Rex. 11.55 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. 10.50 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Bondi Vet. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman. 3.00 M*A*S*H. 4.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 5. Group stage. Croatia v Netherlands. 11.00 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 9.30 FBI: International. 10.30 Asian Cup Preview Show.

(Premiere) 11.00 SEAL Team. 11.55 48 Hours.

12.50am Home Shopping. 2.20 Diagnosis Murder.

4.10 JAG.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Hachi: A Dog’s Tale. Continued. (2009, PG) 7.15 The Band’s Visit. (2007, PG, Arabic) 8.50 Belle And Sebastian 2. (2015, PG, French) 10.35 20th Century Women.

(2016, M) 12.45pm How To Be A Good Wife. (2020, M, French) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.20 Little Women. (1994, PG) 5.30 Oka! (2012, PG) 7.30 The Fabulous Baker Boys. (1989, M) 9.40 The Boys From Brazil. (1978, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs.

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 America’s Game. 10.00 American Pickers.

11.00 Pawn Stars. Noon Aussie Salvage Squad.

2.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers.

9.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 10.30 Ice Road Truckers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

10.30 Pokémon Ultimate Journeys. 11.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. 11.30 Bakugan. Noon Tennis. Brisbane International. Day 3. 6.00 Tennis.

Brisbane International. Night 3. 11.00 MOVIE: Heat. (1995, MA15+) 2.30am Life After Lockup.

3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge. 4.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 5.00 Pokémon Journeys. 5.30 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

1.30pm Characters Of Broome. 2.00 Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Motown Magic. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Taste Of The Territory.

6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Coastal Africa. 7.30 Larapinta.

8.30 Bob Marley: Catch A Fire. 9.30 MOVIE: Sing, Freetown. (2021, MA15+) 11.15 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Sky News Breakfast. 9.00 First Edition. 9.30 First Edition. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 News. 11.30 News. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda.

4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.30 News.

6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 NewsNight. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

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WEDNESDAY, January 3 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R) 7.00 News. 9.30 Poh’s Kitchen. (R) 10.05 The Princes And The Press. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (Mav, R) 2.30 Muster Dogs. (R) 3.25 Tenable. (R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.15 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. 10.10 Paddington Station 24/7.

(PGal, R) 11.00 Secret Cities. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Massacre On Hadrian’s Wall. (Mv, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet.

(PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1.

Morning session. 12.30 The Lunch Break.

1.10 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Afternoon session.

3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break.

3.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 1. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) Highlights from the year in review.

10.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 6. First quarter-final and Group stage. France v Italy.

4.30 9News Afternoon.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) Hosted by Eddie McGuire.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Hungry. (R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 Planet Shapers. (R) 12.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 1.00 Dr Phil.

(PGal, R) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Bold. (PGa, R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (R) 6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Mad As Hell Does Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 8.05 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 9.05 Changing Ends. (Premiere, PG) 9.55 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Mln, R) 10.45 Catching A Predator. (Ma, R) 11.45 Love Your Garden. (R) 12.30 Tenable. (R) 1.15 Life. (Mls, R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.35 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.35 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 5.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PG, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 How To Make It In Comedy. (Ml) 8.30 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. (PGl, R) 9.30 Fargo. (MA15+) 10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 COBRA. (MA15+l) 11.50 Vienna Blood. (MA15+s, R) 3.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 24.

Sydney Sixers v Brisbane Heat. From C.ex Coffs International Stadium, NSW. 9.10 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 25.

Perth Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers.

From Optus Stadium, Perth.

12.30 Parenthood. (Mds, R) Crosby and Jasmine’s relationship heats up.

2.30 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. International news including interviews with people from the world of business, politics, media and sports.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise. News, sport and weather.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGam) 8.30 Clarkson’s Farm. (Ml) 9.30 Police Rescue Australia. (Ma, R) 10.30 The Equalizer. (Mv, R) 11.20 La Brea. (Mv, R) 12.10 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGam, R) 1.05 World’s Greatest Natural Wonders. (R) 2.00 Explore TV. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 ACA. (R) 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here.

(Mls, R) Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma, R) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting by trying their hand at dentistry.

9.00 MOVIE: Star Trek Into Darkness.

(2013, Mv, R) The Enterprise deals with a terrorist. Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto.

11.35 MOVIE: Star Trek Beyond. (2016, Mav, R) 2.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks.

8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Doc Martin. 9.20 Bay Of Fires. (Final) 10.15 Killing Eve. 10.55 Would I Lie To You? 11.25 Louis Theroux: Gambling In Las Vegas. 12.25am Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.50 Lucy Worsley’s Royal Palace Secrets. 1.45 ABC News Update. 1.50 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Shortland St. Noon The Tailings. 12.20 The Indian Pacific: The Full Journey. 3.20 WorldWatch.

5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 MOVIE: The Vault. (2021) 10.45 MOVIE: Looper. (2012, MA15+) 1am VICE. 2.10 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 6.30 I Escaped To The Country. 7.30 Under The Hammer.

8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Harry’s Practice.

9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Harry’s Practice.

4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Bondi Vet. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless.

1.50 Explore. 2.00 Dr Quinn, Medicine Woman.

3.00 M*A*S*H. 4.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 6.

Second quarter-final and Group stage. Greece v Canada. 2am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Luxury Escapes. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 Hawaii Five-0. 10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.15 A Million Little Things. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Oka! Continued. (2012, PG) 7.55 Diana. (2013, PG) 10.00 Testament Of Youth. (2014, M) 12.25pm Made In Dagenham. (2010, M) 2.30 Hachi: A Dog’s Tale.

(2009, PG) 4.10 Amazonia. (2013, No dialogue) 5.40 Dan In Real Life. (2007, PG) 7.30 This Is Where I Leave You. (2014, M) 9.25 12 Years A Slave. (2013, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs. 5.50am Dan In Real Life. (2007, PG)

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 American Pickers. 11.00 Pawn Stars. Noon Outback Truckers. 2.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Pickers. 6.00 Cricket.

Big Bash League. Game 24. Sydney Sixers v Brisbane Heat. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: Behind The Line. 9.30 Beach Cops.

10.30 Surveillance Oz. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.30 Bakugan. Noon Tennis. Brisbane International. Day 4. 6.00 Tennis. Brisbane International. Night 4. 11.00 MOVIE: The Man From U.N.C.L.E. (2015, M) 1.10am Under The Dome. 2.05 Life After Lockup. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge. 4.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 5.00 Pokémon Journeys. 5.30 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

2pm Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums.

4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Living Black. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Coastal Africa. 7.30 Supreme Team. 8.30 MOVIE: Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary. (2021, M) 10.15 Stand Up And Be Counted: A NAIDOC Concert Special.

12.10am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Sky News Breakfast. 9.00 First Edition. 9.30 First Edition. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 News. 11.30 News. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda.

4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.00 News.

6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 NewsNight. 11.00 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, January 4 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6)

NBN (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PGa, R) 7.00 News. 9.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 10.05 The Princes And The Press. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Vera. (Mv, R) 2.30 Muster Dogs. (PG, R) 3.25 Tenable. (PG, R) 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Love Your Garden.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. 10.05 Paddington Station 24/7.

(PGa, R) 11.00 Secret Cities. (PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Underwater Stonehenge.

(PG, R) 2.55 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (R) 4.10 The Supervet. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy!

(R) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.30 Pre-Game Show. 10.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2.

Morning session. 12.30 The Lunch Break.

1.10 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2. Afternoon session.

3.10 Test Cricket: Tea Break.

3.30 Cricket. Third Test. Australia v Pakistan. Day 2. Late afternoon session.

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra Summer. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning.

12.00 MOVIE: Love Afloat. (2022, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Hungry. (R) 10.30 Luxury Escapes. (PG, R) 11.00 Food Trail: South Africa. (R) 11.30 Planet Shapers.

(R) 12.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGadl, R) 1.00 Dr Phil. (PGa) 2.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.30 Bold. (PG, R) 3.00 Ent. Tonight. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Jamie’s Easy Meals For Every Day. (R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Back Roads. (R) 8.00 Grand Designs Transformations. (Premiere) 9.00 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. (Ms) 9.50 Fake Or Fortune? (R) 10.50 Finding Alice. (Ml, R) 11.35 The Missing Children. (Ma, R) 1.05 Love Your Garden. (R) 1.50 Tenable.

(PG, R) 2.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Classic Countdown. (PG, R) 4.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 5.00 Makers Of Modern Australia. (PGa, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Julia Bradbury’s Irish Journey. (PGa) 8.25 The Real Crown: Inside The House Of Windsor. (PG, R) 9.20 Paul Newman: Always On The Move. (Malv, R) 10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 A Class Apart. (MA15+d) 11.45 Mr Mercedes. (MA15+asv, R) 2.45 Going Places. (R) 3.45 Bamay. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 26.

Melbourne Renegades v Hobart Hurricanes.

10.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin.

A deep dive into the world of cricket.

11.00 MOVIE: Stuber. (2019, MA15+lnv, R) An Uber driver’s passenger is on a dangerous mission. Dave Bautista, Kumail Nanjiani.

1.00 Black-ish. (PGa, R) Jack gets cut from the basketball team.

1.30 Travel Oz. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Tennis. United Cup. Day 7.

Third quarter-final.

11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am) Will helps a patient with long-haul COVID symptoms.

12.00 Emergency Call. (Ma, R) A private plane crashes in Wasilla, Alaska.

1.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 2.00 GolfBarons. (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 9News Early.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here.

(Mdls, R) Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (PGal, R) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting.

9.00 MOVIE: Mean Girls. (2004, Ma, R) A teenager takes on a clique of girls.

Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams.

11.00 MOVIE: Clueless. (1995, Md, R) 1.00 The Project.

2.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks.

8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Hard Quiz. 9.00 Gruen. 9.40 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 10.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 10.45 Bliss. 11.10 Would I Lie To You? 11.40 Black Mirror. 12.45am Live At The Apollo. 2.15 Louis Theroux’s LA Stories. 3.15 ABC News Update. 3.20 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

10.00 Shortland St. Noon The Tailings. 12.20 The Indian Pacific: The Full Journey. 3.15 WorldWatch.

5.15 Counter Space. 5.45 Joy Of Painting. 6.15 The Fast History Of. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Beyond Oak Island.

10.10 Guns That Changed The Game. 11.10 Locked Up: Teens Behind Bars. 12.05am Dark Side Of Comedy. 1.00 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

7.30 A Moveable Feast. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute.

9.00 Harry’s Practice. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey.

3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Gideon’s Way. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. 8.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Bondi Vet. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Tennis. Brisbane International. Day 5. 5.30 Tennis.

United Cup. Day 7. Quarter-finals. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Madam Secretary. 11.50 MOVIE: Station Six-Sahara.

(1963, M) 2am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 10. Melbourne Victory v Adelaide United. Highlights. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman.

10.30 JAG. 12.30pm Star Trek: Voyager. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: New Orleans.

10.20 Evil. 11.15 Star Trek: Voyager. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Dan In Real Life. Continued. (2007, PG) 7.40 Amazonia. (2013, No dialogue) 9.15 Dr Knock. (2017, PG, French) 11.20 Churchill. (2017, M) 1.15pm Oka! (2012, PG) 3.15 The Witches. (1990, PG) 4.55 The Scarlet And The Black.

(1983, PG) 7.30 Enigma. (2001, M) 9.40 Jane Got A Gun. (2015, MA15+) 11.30 Bel Canto. (2018, MA15+) 1.25am Late Programs. 5.40 The Scarlet And The Black. (1983, PG)

7MATE (64) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 Pawn Stars. Noon Highway Patrol. 1.00 The Force: BTL. 2.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Counting Cars. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. 8.00 American Dad! 8.30 MOVIE: Land Of The Lost. (2009, PG) 10.35 Roast Night. (Premiere) 11.05 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

Noon MOVIE: My Little Pony: A New Generation.

(2021, PG) 2.00 MOVIE: Cats. (2019) 4.00 Family Ties. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched.

5.30 Tennis. Brisbane International. 11.00 To Be Advised. 1am Under The Dome. 2.00 Life After Lockup. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst Surge.

4.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 5.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs.

2pm Bamay. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Motown Magic. 3.25 The World According To Grandpa. 3.35 The Magic Canoe. 4.00 Toi Time. 4.30 Spartakus And The Sun Beneath The Sea. 5.00 Our Stories.

5.30 Taste Of The Territory. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Coastal Africa. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo.

8.30 Not Even. 9.00 MOVIE: Desperately Seeking Susan. (1985, M) 10.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Sky News Breakfast. 9.00 First Edition. 9.30 First Edition. 10.00 NewsDay. 11.00 News. 11.30 News. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda.

4.00 Afternoon Agenda. 5.00 News. 5.00 News.

6.00 Peta Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Piers Morgan Uncensored. 9.00 NewsNight. 10.00 NewsNight. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

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