Gloucester District News Of The Area 03 SEPTEMBER 2025
By Wendy BUSWELL
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Volunteers Bill Murray, Pam Coote, Olley Murray, Elaine Murray, Sharon Galvin, Leanne Parish, Julienne Huntriss, Rob Butcher, Priscilla Warby and Gail Ellis.
BUSWELL 0415 124 960 wendy@newsofthearea.com.au
THE Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has given the green light to a proposed merger between Summerland Bank and Regional Australia Bank.
Regional Australia Bank currently operates 39 bank branches across the New England, North West, Central West, Riverina, Mid North Coast and Hunter regions of NSW, whilst Summerland operates 10 branches across the NSW Northern Rivers and South East Queensland.
The two banks first announced their intent to merge in October 2024.
With APRA’s approval now in hand, members will now have the opportunity to vote on the proposal.
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David Heine, CEO of Regional Australia Bank, said the merger enables the two banks to invest in better infrastructure, products and services for customers, while keeping
all branches open and retaining all staff.
If the merger goes ahead, the combined bank will manage over $5 billion in assets and serve over 130,000 members across regional NSW.
“This merger confirms our intent to empower all regional Australians through our customerowned banking services,”
Mr Heine said.
“We are committed to investing back into our regions, responsibly and sustainably and remain unwavering in our goal.”
Summerland Bank CEO John Williams said the merger will help deliver greater benefits to members and local communities.
“This merger means
we can do more for our members and communities - investing in better infrastructure, security, and services.”
Both banks will now take the proposal to their members for a vote.
If endorsed by the banks’ members, the merger will take effect from 1 July 2026.
Regional Australia
Bank will hold its AGM on 20 November, while Summerland Bank’s AGM is on 19 November. If members are unable to attend, they can vote by appointing a representative or via a proxy form which must be lodged 48 hours prior to the AGM.
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MATT’S MISSION
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they become hyper-focused,” said Linda Rozynski, Matthew’s mother.
“Saving the planet is his focus, and after learning about recycling at school, he worked out that collecting bottles and cans was one thing he could do.”
Matthew has a wagon to gather bottles and cans around the local community.
Neighbours and local businesses have been encouraging, and give Matthew their cans and bottles.
“It’s become bigger than I thought,” Linda said.
Matthew is giving the money he earns from the Return and Earn program back to the community.
Last week, he donated $300 to the Gloucester Prostate Cancer Support Group (GPCSG) at their monthly meeting.
“It is a wonderful achievement
by this lovely young boy, and the group thanks him for his donation,” said GPCSG secretary Robert Tully.
Linda explained that Matthew’s grandfather, local butcher Kevin Rozynski, passed away from heart complications during cancer treatment, and the GPCSG provided much-needed support.
The GPCSG relies on the generosity of the community for donations, to assist local men with prostate cancer or any other form of cancer.
“Matthew wanted to donate money to this group because he knew they had helped his pop.
“Finding a way to steer Matthew’s hyper-focus in a positive direction is so important for him as a person.
“He wants to save the planet and help people, and collecting bottles and cans is his way of doing it.”
q Regional Australia Bank has branches across the Hunter and Mid North Coast.
q Matthew and his cans. Photo: supplied.
Recovery grants to be processed quicker
THE State Government last week announced it would immediately double the number of staff members working on the processing of Rural Assistance Authority (RAA) Recovery Grants for primary producers impacted by the May floods.
Since June, the RAA has received almost 2,000 applications and has approved more than $23 million in payments, however the Government admits the initial rollout faced “some delays” due to the large number of applications lodged.
According to the Government’s timeline, by last Friday all those who had previously applied should have either had their claim assessed or received a direct update on the status of their application.
The Government says the current time for processing an application has been reduced to 25 business days, with an aim to reduce this to 20 days as soon as possible.
The additional staff will work directly on assessments, ensuring straightforward applications are fast-tracked, and more complex cases have the extra resources to speed up the appropriate review.
“Our message to primary producers is clear, we have implemented improvements to processing applications but there is more work to do, and I understand their concerns regarding the waiting time for payments,” Minister for Agriculture Tara Moriarty said.
“That’s why we are doubling the number of people on the job, to clear the backlog and get more payments out the door.”
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp, whose Mid North Coast electorate was smashed by the recordbreaking May floods, welcomed the announcement but slammed ongoing delays to the recovery process.
“It is good to see recognition of the pressure our farmers and small
businesses have been under, and this investment should mean support is rolled out more quickly to the people who need it most,” he said.
“But why has it taken 100 days and relentless pressure for them to act?
“So far, just 23 percent of applications have been approved. That’s not support, that’s red tape.”
Mr Kemp, who is based in Kempsey, said farmers and small business owners are being forced to “jump through endless hoops” due to issues with the application process system.
“[They are] reapplying multiple times, resending the same documents four or five times, only to have them bounce back again.
“Instead of getting help, they’ve been caught in a bureaucratic merry-go-round that has delivered nothing but stress and left people feeling abandoned.”
The State Government claims it has improved the application experience in
the past month, making it easier to upload documents and images, especially larger sized files.
“Another improvement has been to provide an easyto-use guide that contains ‘application tips’ to support primary producers through the application process,” the government said in a statement.
NSW Farmers Oyster Committee Chair Brandon Armstrong said disaster
Service.
Funding available for community projects
COMMUNITY groups in Gloucester, Stroud and the surrounding district are being encouraged to apply for funding in the next round of Stratford Coal’s Community Support Program.
assistance had been far too long coming for many farming families in the Hunter and on the Mid North Coast.
“Be it dairy and beef farmers, or oyster growers, or anyone in between, the impacts of successive flood and storm events in NSW have been no less than catastrophic, and there’s a long road to recovery still ahead,” Mr Armstrong said.
“Our farming families have waited long enough, and
“With funding from us, they were able to invest in Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Blankets.
it’s time disaster assistance gets to where it’s needed, so farmers can get back on their feet.
“Fodder, freight, cleanup and a long list of other costs are bearing down heavily on the farming families who have been affected by these events, and the process to apply for disaster assistance has been complex, slow and difficult for many.”
To apply for assistance: www.raa.nsw.gov.au.
year-round.”
Stratford Coal Operations Manager John Cullen encouraged local community groups to lodge their application form to apply for funding.
The 2026 Community Support Program is funded by Yancoal Australia and provides financial assistance to local groups working in the areas of health, community, environment, arts, culture, education and training.
“Our Community Support Program gives us the opportunity to assist locally focused programs and initiatives capable of making a real contribution to the continued growth and sustainability of the region,” he said.
“A previously successful organisation is Booral Rural Fire
“These will enable its volunteer fire fighters to suppress and extinguish Lithium-Ion battery fires in a safer and more timely manner, reducing the damage that can be caused by these fires to its firefighters, members of the community and community assets.
“In the past, Stratford has also donated funds to the Gloucester Pony Club to purchase a new horse jump trailer that will store and move the club’s show jump equipment for the various horse events facilitated
In the past, Yancoal Australia funding has enabled the development and implementation of environmental projects, education, training, and employment assistance initiatives; sponsorship of key community events; the purchase of much needed equipment; and helped support disadvantaged groups within the community.
The program is open for applications from 18 August to 26 September 2025.
For more information or for an application, please visit https:// www.yancoal.com.au/our-sites/ stratford/
Celebrating volunteers on National Meals on Wheels Day
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delivered to 79-year-old Flora Taylor, an event which made the local television news.
At that time, there was no government funding, and the service was built through the determination and hard work of local community members and organisations, including the Country Women’s Association.
Bucketts Way Neighbourhood Group’s Kathleen Woolley said much has changed since those early days.
“The way the program is
NEED FUNDING TO HELP IMPROVE OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY?
Yancoal Community Support Program call for applications
Stratford Duralie Coal Mine is a proud and active member of the local community. Yancoal’s 2026 Community Support Program offers community groups the opportunity to apply for funding to support projects, events and initiatives that help make a genuine positive difference to the Gloucester, Stroud and District.
If you have a project or idea with the potential to benefit others across the areas of health, community, environment, arts, culture, education or training, please visit: https://www.yancoal.com.au/our-sites/ stratford/ Applications close 26th September 2025.
delivered has had to evolve, both to adhere to changing legislation and to protect the health and wellbeing of the vulnerable people who rely on the service,” she said.
“For eight years in a row BWNG’s purpose-built Meals on Wheels kitchen has consistently achieved an
‘A’ rating (the highest rating available) in inspections conducted by the Department of Primary Industries.
“It is staffed by two experienced cooks who prepare made-to-order meals from fresh ingredients five days a week.
“We rely on around 20
dedicated volunteers who give their time and use their own vehicles to deliver these meals across the community, ensuring that clients not only receive nourishing food but also vital social connection.”
Following Wednesday’s celebration, BWNG extended its “heartfelt thanks” to all
Meals on Wheels volunteers past and present.
“Your generosity and commitment ensure that people in our community can continue to live independently and with dignity in their own homes.”
q Member for Oxley Michael Kemp discusses flood recovery with Premier Chris Minns and NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders in May. Photo: Michael Kemp FB.
Call to lend Wingham a hand
THE charity Rural Aid has put the call out for volunteers willing to lend a hand at this coming week’s Farm Recovery Event in Wingham.
Like many on the Mid North Coast and hinterland, the town is still reeling from May’s record-breaking floods.
From 7-13 September, teams will be on the ground helping local farmers fix fences, restore damaged infrastructure, clear debris, and maintain gardens and yards.
They will also offer vital companionship.
“This is one of the best ways you can make a direct impact in disaster recovery,” said Rural Aid’s Event Coordinator Dave Thiele.
“Our volunteers often tell us the time spent sitting on the verandah having a cuppa with a farmer is just as important as the physical work.
“That human connection is part of what makes these events so special.”
Rural Aid also encourages
businesses to consider FREs as an impactful corporate volunteering opportunity.
“These events are a fantastic way to get staff out of the office and into the community,” Mr Thiele said.
“They offer a meaningful team-building experience while making a real difference to regional Australia.”
No specific skills are required.
Volunteers can register their interest online at ruralaid.org.au/volunteers.
By Wendy BUSWELL
WINGHAM
artist Gemma
Cross has been practising the art of needle felting for over 15 years.
the healing power that comes from a sense of gratitude and hope.”
me to let go and lose control of expectations. Each piece tells a different story,” she said.
Gemma has been a finalist in the Manning Regional Art Galleries Naked and Nude Art Prize and won the People’s Choice Award in 2021.
Her current focus is on raising awareness of local endangered species of fauna and flora, as well as the connection between humans and the natural world.
which gives my sculptures the look of marble from afar and invite the viewer to consider these endangered species and how they are on the brink of extinction.
“I am asking the viewer to learn the stories of these species and to seek out their habits and environments respectfully.
“To sit within, hear and observe nature, and to feel
Gemma hopes to run a few workshops while her exhibition is on display.
Charlie Lethbridge, the Gloucester Gallery administrator, told News Of The Area, “I am working with Gemma to finalise dates and times for workshops.”
Gemma will talk about her work at the official opening on Sunday 14 September, from 11am.
They used a single barbed needle to jab at wool fibres to create sculptures.
Initially, Gemma began
Needle felting is a relatively new practice; originating in the 1980s when American artists David and Eleanor Stanwood adapted industrial felting techniques.
A NUMBER of changes to social security payments, rates, and limits will commence from 20 September 2025.
People receiving the full single rate of Age Pension, Disability Support Pension or Carer Payment will see a $29.70 boost to their fortnightly payment.
making needle-felted toys for her daughter, including storybook characters, and later created seasonal table toys for a local Steiner playgroup.
“My arts practice grew from this. Making art permits
Her exhibition, “Woven In Her Rhythm”, opening at the Gloucester Gallery on 11 September, features a series of ghost-like sculptures of plants and animals not typically well-known - some are found in the Barrington Tops National Park and surrounding areas.
“I predominantly work with white wool and silk,
Some recipients with financial assets, including part-rate pensioners, can expect to see changes to their payments from changes to deeming rates.
Deeming rates are used to calculate income from financial assets and are based on the principle that these assets provide a source of income for recipients.
People receiving Commonwealth Rent Assistance, JobSeeker, ABSTUDY (aged 22 and over), and Parenting Payment will also see an increase to their payment.
“Deeming rates were frozen at artificially low levels as an emergency COVID-19 measure and the Albanese Government extended the freeze to help shield age pensioners and other income support recipients while the economy recovered,” the Federal Government said in a statement.
“Social security recipients impacted by deeming rates saved around $1.8 billion as a result.”
From 20 September, a deeming rate of 0.75 percent will apply to financial assets under $64,200 for singles and $106,200 for couples combined.
Assets over this amount will be deemed at a rate of 2.75 percent.
Federal Member for Lyne Alison Penfold said the change to deeming rates comes with little warning and leaves many older Australians in the dark.
“A lot of pensioners are just trying to keep up with the basics – power bills, groceries, rent,” Ms Penfold said.
“Changing the rules with hardly any notice makes it even harder for people to budget and plan.
“These Australians aren’t a line item in the budget – they’re real people who’ve worked hard, raised families, and supported their communities,” she said.
“They deserve better.”
Ms Penfold said the policy shift ignores the reality for people on fixed incomes.
“Just because inflation is easing on paper doesn’t mean life is getting cheaper,” she said.
“The cost of food, rent and essential services is still climbing – and this change makes it even harder for people to get by.”
q Rural Aid has offered a lifeline to farmers in need since 2015. Photo: Rural Aid.
q Gemma Cross and her creations.
Photo: Julie Slavin.
q ‘Bird’. Photo: Julie Slavin.
Bank warns: Scammers target through social media
By Sis HIGGINS
HUNTER region residents are being urged to stay alert as cyber criminals step up efforts to recruit so-called “money mules” through social media, fake job offers and online scams.
NGM Group, the parent company of Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent, has reported a 20 percent rise in fraudulent online account openings, with criminals attempting to buy or rent bank accounts to launder stolen or illegal funds.
Craig Hollingsworth, Head of Financial Crime Operations at NGM Group, said offenders are targeting vulnerable people with promises of quick cash, sometimes offering a few hundred dollars simply
for opening an account in their name.
He warned that while many victims may not realise what they are getting involved in, the activity is both serious and illegal.
More than 400 attempts were made in July to open fraudulent accounts with Newcastle Permanent.
While banks have strong processes to detect and stop fraud, Hollingsworth said criminals will simply move to another institution when blocked, making public awareness vital.
Warning signs include offers of money to open a bank account or handover account details, being paid to move money that does not belong to you, pressure to act quickly without explanation,
and job opportunities that have no legitimate business behind them.
The consequences can be severe.
People caught acting as money mules may face a criminal record, closed bank accounts, restricted access to financial services, debt if stolen funds are spent, and even police charges or prison time.
“Your bank account is your identity, it’s not a product to rent out or hand over,” Hollingsworth said.
“If it feels dodgy, it probably is.”
Hollingsworth urged locals to trust their instincts and walk away from anything that seems suspicious.
Scams Awareness Week runs from 25 to 29 August.
THE Premier and Minister for Regional NSW will convene an advisory group to address the challenges faced by people living and working in regional, rural and remote areas of the state.
Announced at the 2025 Bush Summit, the NSW Premier’s “Rural, Remote & Regional Advisory Council” (PRRRAC) will meet twice annually with Premier Chris Minns and Minister Tara Moriarty.
The first council meeting is set to take place this year and will bring together representatives from across the regions to provide direct advice and insights on issues impacting their communities, from essential services and key infrastructure to biosecurity.
An invitation has been extended to NSW Country Mayor’s Association Chair Rick Firman, the Chair of NSW Regional Cities, and representatives from the Local Land Services, Country Women’s Association, regional health and education sectors, Indigenous councils, and business communities.
“We want to work with
regional communities to find solutions that really meet their needs and will make a difference,” Premier Minns said.
“We are committed to delivering regional communities their fair share and this group means we can ensure our responses are targeted, effective and inline with the realities of regional life.”
Chair of the Country Mayors Association and Mayor of Temora, Rick Firman said “only positive things can come from this initiative”.
“Premier Minns was receptive to the proposal when we put this to him personally,” he said.
“We will share the challenges with suggested solutions, we will have government policy proposals bounced off us and give genuine feedback and we will also share the countless inspiring initiatives that occur in our cherished rural, remote and regional communities which may be replicated across our great state.”
The Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW President Tanya Jolly said the advisory panel is a “step
in the right direction”.
“We welcome the chance to be part of this group to put forward the issues our members are telling us are impacting their communities and the quality of life of residents in those areas,” she said.
“But it needs to be more than just words – we have to see the insights this group is providing be taken forward by the NSW Government and acted on.
“And the issues from our perspective are very clear.”
Ms Jolly said the CWA would be highlighting the declining level of health services in many areas, land use and planning regulations, lack of affordable housing and the state of telecommunications.
“What we hear often is that so many country residents feel like they’re not being listened to by government and their concerns are being relegated to the ‘too hard’ basket.
“In 2025 our regions deserve better, and the people who live there should be able to expect reasonable access to quality services, and workable infrastructure,” Ms Jolly said.
q CWA of NSW President Tanya Jolly said the advisory panel is a ‘step in the right direction’.
BEST ON THE BOX
SUNDAY
THE FAMILY NEXT DOOR
ABC TV, 8pm
A sizzling summer soundscape and cinematography turn up the heat in this superb Aussie mystery, which has just two chapters left. In Sunday’s penultimate episode, Isabelle (Teresa Palmer, pictured) turns her attention to neighbour Barb (Catherine McClements). After offering to babysit for Essie (Philippa Northeast) and Ben (Tane Williams-Accra), Isabelle takes the opportunity to search Barb’s house for answers – but at the same time, Ange (Bella Heathcote) is rifling through hers. Both women make discoveries that set the stage for a bombshell finale next week.
FRIDAY, September 5
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.35 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh visits a poppy-filled paradise.
8.35 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T investigates a girl’s disappearance.
9.25 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
9.55 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. (PG, R)
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 Austin. (PG, R)
11.20 Silent Witness. (Malv, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
Bluey. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.35 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
MONDAY
THE AMAZING RACE AUSTRALIA: CELEBRITY EDITION
TEN, 7.30pm
Thirteen teams of celebrities and their loved ones meet host Beau Ryan at the top of the world – that is, the Shanti Stupa temple in Pohkara, Nepal – but they won’t be there for long. The most amazing experience of their lives awaits, but so do some seriously challenging tasks that will put their dearest relationships to the test. It’s especially fun to see how famous parents fare under pressure. Lindy Klim, Brendan Fevola and Gretel Killeen are participating with their respective daughters, Stella (pictured right, with mum Lindy), Leni and Epiphany. Humour, honesty and butting of heads are sure to ensue.
7.35 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv)
8.25 Dictator: The Hitler Interviews. (Premiere)
9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PG)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (Manv)
11.40 Pray For Blood. (Mal, R)
1.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.20 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 2.50 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 3.55 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
WEDNESDAY
CODE OF SILENCE
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs visits an alpaca farm.
7.30 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Geelong v Brisbane Lions. From the MCG.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.
11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.45 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal, R) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
1.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 5.00 NBC Today.
This compelling British crime thriller not only expertly draws viewers into the high-stakes world of undercover police work but also provides an authentic glimpse into the lived experience of the deaf community. Rose Ayling-Ellis (pictured) plays Alison Brooks, a hearingimpaired canteen worker who is recruited by detectives for a covert operation because of her exceptional ability to read lips. As she helps surveil a criminal gang planning a robbery, Alison is soon swept up by the thrill of her increasingly dangerous job. However, things get even more complicated when she begins to fall for Liam (Kieron Moore), a soulful hacker who’s helping the crooks pull off their jewel heist.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Sydney Roosters v South Sydney Rabbitohs.
9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Sydney Roosters versus South Sydney Rabbitohs match, with news and analysis.
10.45 MOVIE: Rush Hour 3. (2007, Msv, R) Lee and Carter try to protect a French woman. Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker.
12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.
7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)
7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) 8.30 The Brighter Side. (Return) A family tackles a no-spend challenge. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Pete Helliar, Kitty Flanagan, Tim McDonald, Emma Holland and Sam Pang compete. Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 10.00
6.00
SATURDAY, September 6
Next Door. (Ml, R) Fran struggles with her husband’s depression.
10.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mlv, R) 11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys. (PGn)
8.30 A Royal Residence: Althorp House.
9.25 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (PGa, R)
10.15 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R) 11.10 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
2.35 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (PGaw, R)
3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Second qualifying final. Fremantle v Gold Coast Suns.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal, R) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
12.35 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) Georgina searches for answers.
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R) Information about pet care.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.
5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Canterbury Bulldogs v Cronulla Sharks.
9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match.
10.00 MOVIE: American Assassin. (2017, MA15+lv, R)
12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
1.00 Customs. (PG, R)
1.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Pool A. Australia v England. 4.15 Garden Gurus Moments. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Rob and Robyn try to sell their property in Penola. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) A specialist critical care paramedic responds to a head-on collision that has left a driver trapped in their car. 9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (l, R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 10.30 Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service. (PGal, R) 11.30 FBI: International. (Ma, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am Morning Programs. 7.35 A Great Friend. (2023, PG, French) 9.25 Funny Face. (1957) 11.20 Thelma And Louise: Born To Live. (2025) 12.25pm
SUNDAY, September 7
6.05 Growing Up Jewish.
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Austin. (PG)
8.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml)
8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Mal) DCI Morgan’s investigation focuses in on the Wright family and their associates.
9.35 MOVIE: Sherpa. (2015, Mal, R) Looks at climbing Everest from the Sherpas’ point of view. Russell Brice.
11.10 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (Mal, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Kids Baking Championship. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.25 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Titanic: Secrets Of The Shipwreck. (Premiere, PG)
8.25 Titanic In Colour. (PGa, R)
9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. (PG, R)
10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. (Final, Mav, R)
12.40 Women Who Rock. (Ml, R)
2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. (R)
3.45 Hugh’s Wild West. (R)
4.50 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.50 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.50 24 Hours In Police Custody: Frequent Flyers. (MA15+adl, R) Authorities search for a criminal couple.
10.50 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: Buried Alive. (MA15+av, R)
12.00 Jamestown. (MA15+av)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) 8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.35 9News Late. 10.05 A Killer Makes A Call: A Killer In Accounts. (MA15+av) 11.05
Fishing Australia. (R)
Today Early News.
Today.
MONDAY, September 8
6.00
6am Children’s Programs. 6.10pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey.
3.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 4.25 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) The competition heads to Adelaide. 9.05 The Rookie. (Mav) Following his stint at the LAPD, Evers returns to the DA’s office where his past connects him to the investigation. 10.05 S.W.A.T. (Mv) The team hunts down a Chilean arms dealer. 11.05 The Agenda Setters. 12.05 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
White Tiger. (2012, M, Russian) Noon Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow. (1963, M, Italian) 2.10 The Glassworker. (2024, PG, Urdu) 4.00 Sunflower. (1970, PG, Italian) 6.00 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 7.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu) 9.30 Darkland. (2017, MA15+, Danish) 11.35 Late Programs.
TUESDAY, September 9
10.45 News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.15 Four Corners. (R) 12.00 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.15 Hawke: The Larrikin And The Leader. (Final, PG, R) 1.15 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 2.05 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG)
8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. (R) 11.25 Screw. (Premiere, Mals) 1.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 2.05 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGaw, R) 2.40 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 3.40 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) The competition continues in Logan, Queensland. 9.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Alice investigates her dog’s murder. 10.00 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Sania Khan. (Malv, R)
11.00 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 12.00 Fairly Legal. (Mav, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
Murder In The Family. (MA15+al, R)
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6am Sunflower. (1970, PG, Italian) 8.05 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 10.00 Bob Trevino Likes It. (2024, M) 11.50 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu) 1.25pm Scrapper. (2023, PG) 2.55 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 4.45 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 7.30 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 10.55 Darkland: The Return. (2023, MA15+, Danish) 1.05am Speed Kills. (2018, M) 3.00 Late Programs.
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Qualifier. Ecuador v Argentina. 11.00 WorldWatch. 11.25 Always Listening. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 16. H’lights.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (PG) 8.30 DNA Journey. (Ml)
9.35 Code Of Silence. (Premiere, MA15+)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 COBRA. (Mal)
11.50 Vigil. (Mal, R)
2.00 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.50 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 3.20 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGa)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan sits down with former West Coast Eagles champion Jeremy McGovern. 10.15 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG) 11.15 Chicago Fire. (Return, Mav) 12.15 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)
Travel Oz. (PG, R)
Home Shopping. (R)
NBC Today.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.
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6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.35 BTN Newsbreak. 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.55
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THURSDAY, September 11
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 This Man’s Worth. (Ma, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGavw, R) 2.55 Garage Dreams. (PG) 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 9/11: One Day In America. (Premiere)
9.10 Rock Legends: David Bowie. (PG, R)
9.40 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v) 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 Dopesick. (MA15+ad, R) 12.10 Blue Lights. (Malv, R)
2.10 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 3.00 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGav, R) 3.30 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 10.15 The Great Spirit. (2019, M, Italian) 12.20pm Full Time. (2021, M, French) 1.55 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 3.45 Bring It On. (2000, PG) 5.35 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 7.30 Death In Brunswick. (1991, M) 9.30 Lansky. (2021, MA15+) 11.45 No Man Of God. (2021, MA15+) 1.35am Late Programs. 6am The Movie Show. 6.10 Bring It On. (2000, PG) 8.00 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 10.05 Barry Lyndon. (1975, M) 1.30pm The Movie Show. 2.05 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 4.55 The Movie Show. 5.30 Queen Bees. (2021, PG) 7.25 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PG) 9.30 Goodfellas. (1990, MA15+) 12.15am All The Old Knives. (2022, MA15+) 2.10 Late Programs.
Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. 9.30 Why Trains Crash. (PGa) Takes a look at a train crash in India. 10.40
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Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN
On theCouch
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda, HOW do I get my kids to pick up after themselves?
It seems so simple, and yet we follow a continual pattern of them being told to pick up, falling back into bad habits, me getting annoyed and doing it for them, and returning to the beginning again. It's driving me crazy.
W.
Gabrielle
Dear Gabrielle,
It appears that you are doing the Tidy Up Barn Dance with your kids, but they don't know the moves and have instead created a sub-par alternative, a bit like when Raygun took on the hip-hop scene and thought some kangaroo hops and something called 'The Sprinkler' would cut it.
Perhaps, much like a barndance, you need to show your kids how to be respectful and responsible through smaller steps instead of just yelling, 'Clean up your pigsty'.
You could even turn it into a song: Get up early, make your bed / Clothes away or you won't be fed / Have a shower, eat some toast / unpack dishes from last night's roast / hang your towel out in the sun / you'll miss the bus if you don't run / wait a minute, lower that brow / do-sido your partner now.
And so on.
This will either motivate your kids or drive them stark raving mad.
Either way it's a win-win for you. They will do their chores happily, or they'll do them just to prevent you from singing cheesy songs complete with dips 'n dives and petronella performances up and down the hallway and around the (now spotless) living room floor.
THE Gloucester Prostate Cancer Support Group (GPCSG) aims to increase community awareness of the disease.
September is International Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and iconic landmarks such as Storey Bridge, Victoria Bridge, and Brisbane City Hall are
being illuminated in blue to highlight this important issue.
“Blue September serves as a timely reminder to engage in crucial conversations about men’s health,” said Robert Tully, secretary of the GPCSG.
“If you are a male aged 60 or older, there is a strong possibility that you or someone you know will be
diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in your life.”
According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian men, with approximately 20,000 new diagnoses and nearly 3300 deaths each year.
“Although the disease has
one of the highest survival rates of any cancer, the side effects of treatment can be long-lasting and significantly impact men’s mental health,” Mr Tully said.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation encourages all men over the age of 50, or those over 40 with a family history of prostate cancer, to discuss testing for the disease with their GP as part of their regular health check-up.
“Please don’t delay what you could do today; get checked now.”
Applications open for National Youth Parliament
A NEW National Youth Parliament program has been launched, designed to inspire greater civic participation among Year 10 students across Australia.
Students aged 16–17 are invited to apply for a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to represent their federal electorate in an immersive
five-day parliamentary experience in Canberra.
One student from each of Australia’s 150 electorates will be selected to take part, offering them a firsthand look at life as a Member of Parliament.
“This is an exciting and empowering program for young people in our
community,” Member for Lyne Alison Penfold said.
“It’s a chance for students to step into the shoes of an MP, learn how Parliament works and how everyday people help shape the laws that affect us all.
“When I was in Year 10 at St Clare’s in Taree, I would have jumped at this
opportunity, so I really hope many do.
“There is so much to parliament and politics for young people.”
During the week-long program, participants –known as Youth Members – will explore the intricacies of parliamentary procedure, including how laws are made, how bills are introduced and debated, and what it takes to represent a community on the national stage.
guide students through the application process.”
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the National Youth Parliament opened on Monday 25 August and will remain open for a limited time.
“I look forward to meeting our region’s Youth Member
and supporting them as they represent the voice of young people from our region on the national stage in Canberra.” For more information or to submit an EOI, students, parents and schools can visit www.nyp.houseof representatives.gov.au
By Thomas O’KEEFE
MILLIONS of Australians are putting their superannuation at risk by not following-through with proper, and legally binding, beneficiary paperwork, according to a nation-wide survey.
Research conducted by Super Consumers Australia, an advocate for people on low and middle incomes in Australia’s superannuation system, shows that more than one in three Australians with super say they haven’t properly defined their fund’s ‘death benefit nominations’, telling their super fund who should
receive their money when they die.
Just one in four have successfully made a binding death benefit nomination.
These numbers mean that over 6.5 million Australians risk long delays for their loved ones, with the possibility the money may not be distributed according to their wishes, even if it is stated in their wills.
“The fact that so many Australian families are facing this uncertainty is a red flag; this is a system that’s too hard to understand and navigate,” said Xavier O’Halloran, CEO of Super Consumers Australia.
“Without a valid binding nomination, funds have to decide who your money goes to, which leaves families in limbo, sometimes waiting months or years to access money they are entitled to, and it’s not good enough.”
Super Consumers warns that many Australians believe they’ve secured their wishes with a binding nomination, when in fact they may not have, or it may have expired.
The current system can be difficult to navigate, mainly due to each superannuation fund laying out its own rules, often using confusing terminology, including ‘binding’ vs ‘non-binding’, ‘lapsing’ vs ‘non-lapsing’, and ‘reversionary’.
Mr O’Halloran has called for a Federal Government review of how death benefits work in superannuation, focusing on consistency and avoiding potentially familyshattering arguments during probate actions.
“This is one of the basics that super funds should be getting right,” said Mr O’Halloran.
“People work their whole lives to build up their super and they should get to decide where it goes when they pass away.”
“I strongly encourage all eligible schools and students in the Lyne electorate to get involved and give it a go,” Ms Penfold said.
“My office will be reaching out to local schools to ensure they have all the information and resources needed to
Sessions 2 to 4; 9am - 12pm
Our transition program, ‘Early Birds’ provides opportunities for students to visit the school and participate in classroom and playground activities. The program supports a smooth and positive transition experience from home to school for kindergarten class of 2026. The program fosters an environment of safety and belonging and allows students to commence kindergarten with confidence. Successful Foundations provides children with the opportunity to actively demonstrate their knowledge with the context of the school, through play!
q Morpeth Bridge. Photo: supplied.
q The program is designed to inspire greater civic participation among Year 10 students across Australia.
q Who will inherit your superannuation nestegg… and are you sure?
New Code of Meeting Practice for local councils
A NEW Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils has been released and will come into effect from 1 January 2026.
All councils will need to adopt a code of meeting practice that contains the mandatory provisions of the updated Model Meeting Code by 31 December 2025.
Key changes to the Model Code of Meeting Practice
include:
• Preventing councils from holding private councillor briefing sessions to discuss matters that should be considered in the public domain at committee and council meetings (unless they are confidential);
• Encouraging councils to hold public forums preferably before committee meetings, or if they choose
council meetings, to enable community engagement in local matters;
• Expanding the powers of the mayor to remove councillors from meetings for acts of disorder;
• Expanding the powers of the mayor to remove members of the public if they disrupt council meetings;
• Requiring information considered at closed
meetings to be made public after it ceases to be confidential;
• Requiring councils to give reasons when making decisions on planning matters that depart from staff recommendations (as recommended by ICAC);
• Promoting neutrality in the role of the general manager;
• Requiring council and committee meetings to be live streamed to give the community and media access to council decision making, and to require those videos to be public for at least the rest of the council term, or 12 months in the case of a meeting in an election year.
Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig said, “These changes should ensure that, in a council chamber or committee meeting, mechanisms are in place to prevent the derailing of meetings and overshadow the important work of local government.
“Under the new code, mayors should be given the power to take immediate action against disorderly councillors.
“This should lessen the need for councils to resort to the broken code of conduct process and instead address misbehaviour immediately in the council chamber.
“I know not everyone will
agree with these changes, but most people in this state would agree action is necessary to improve transparency, increase community confidence and faith in local government.
“They will make councillors more visibly in control of their councils to ensure they – as democratically elected representatives of their communities – drive the vision for their local area.”
The changes to the Meeting Code are part of a broader suite of reforms by the State Government.
A new Code of Conduct for councillors is being finalised as well as associated legislative changes, which will see significant changes to how misconduct is dealt with in local government.
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) President Mayor Phyllis Miller said the sector supported moves to improve probity and process in all spheres of government.
“We acknowledge the intent of the NSW Local Government Minister in his aim to seek to raise the level of respect for councils both in the community and in the chamber,” Mayor Miller said.
“We’ve had the opportunity, along with councils, to provide feedback on the drafting of the model code and are now working
Gloucester Lady Bowlers Report
By Jennifer BURLEY
BRIGHT and sunny conditions and a great turnout of fellow bowlers on Sunday 24th August were treated to a very competitive match for the honour of being the Ladies
Major Singles Champion for 2025. Bev Germon and Judy Sheely both played like the champions they are, but there can only one winner thus congratulations go to Bev on winning 25 to 18
Wednesday 27th we continued our games in
through the details of the Minister’s new code to understand its application in the sector,” she said.
LGNSW last year responded to the Office of Local Government’s (OLG) discussion paper with a submission following extensive consultation with member councils, county councils and joint organisations.
While acknowledging the new code, Mayor Miller said LGNSW remained disappointed with the Minister’s decision to prohibit briefing sessions for elected council representatives.
“Councillors are elected to make informed decisions on behalf of their communities,” she said.
“Briefing sessions are not decision-making forums – they simply ensure councillors are properly equipped with the background and technical information they need before a matter comes to the public chamber.
“These briefings lead to better informed representatives and, ultimately, better decisionmaking outcomes for communities, but decisions are – and always will be – made transparently in council meetings, in full view of the public.”
the district Pennants grade 4 by hosting a team from Tuncurry Sporties and unfortunately both matches were won by Sporties 38/28. Social Bowls was enjoyed by 12 Ladies playing 2 games of Triples. Cheryl West, Joan Ridgeway and Val Pritchard 20 defeated Denise Redman, Lorraine Ratcliffe and Joy Hurworth 4 and Jill Everett, Julie Kriss and Penny Gibson 34 defeated Cheryl Tull,Jill Carson and Helen Banks 9.
q Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig has released a new Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils.
Gloucester Scorpions weekend wrap-up
THE Gloucester Scorpions took to the fields with energy and enthusiasm across all divisions this weekend. Gusty winds kept players guessing, making for challenging but exciting soccer.
Mini Roos
Our youngest Scorpions — representing Australia Post Gloucester, Batter & Dough, and CalCo Surveyors — continue to grow in confidence each week. From needing Mum or Dad on the field at the start of the season to now playing independently, it’s been fantastic to watch their development.
Division 3
Gloucester Landscapes vs Level Electrical
A strong game from both teams with plenty of action and teamwork on display.
Ollies Service Centre vs The Common
Another fun, competitive match with great spirit from both sides.
Division 2
Ray White Gloucester vs Gloucester Landscapes
Excellent sportsmanship from both teams, with Gloucester Landscapes taking the win 4–2.
Accommodation Gloucester vs Chilli Air & Electrical
A solid effort from both sides, but Chilli Air proved too strong, winning 6–2.
Division 1
Batter & Dough vs Australia Post Gloucester
A well-fought match, with Australia Post Gloucester securing a 4–1 victory.
Turner Freeman Scorpions
Representative Teams
U13s – Weekend Double Header
Saturday: Gloucester Scorpions 4–1 Tuncurry
Playing away in tough conditions, the Scorpions adapted well and capitalized on Tuncurry’s short numbers to claim a solid win.
Sunday: Gloucester Scorpions 1–3 Taree Jaguars
With a depleted squad, the boys fought hard but couldn’t overcome a strong Jaguars side.
Special thanks to Brock from
the U11s for stepping up to help out.
Two games, two very different outcomes, and plenty of lessons learned.
U11s – Gloucester Scorpions vs Old Bar Barbarians
Old Bar Barbarians 3 –Gloucester Scorpions 1
A tough game in windy conditions. Old Bar started strong with two quick goals before Zeke scored confidently for the Scorpions. Despite several second-half chances, Old Bar sealed the match with a final goal. A big shout-out to Brock for a stellar performance in goal.
Men’s Senior League
The Gloucester Senior Men’s Soccer Team faced a tough challenge on Saturday, taking on five-time reigning area champions, Wingham.
With a full squad available, the Scorps showed determination and resilience from the first whistle.
Gloucester held strong early on, but Wingham managed to break the deadlock midway through the first half.
Despite the setback, the Scorps maintained their composure and continued to battle across the pitch.
Wingham’s quality
Moore in Golf Medal Win
By Peter WILDBLOOD
ROB Moore and Steve Benson had the two standout rounds in the Gloucester Golf Club’s outing on Saturday 30 August, but it was Rob Moore who took home the August Monthly Medal.
The event was an Individual Stableford sponsored by the Arkwood Family and played in sunny windy conditions with the course still showing signs of the wet weather of recent weeks and months.
The winner in A grade was Jamie Andrews with 33 points with Steve Macdonald, 31, in the runner up position. In B grade: Rob Moore’s 38 was best of the day and good for the win in the grade and the August Monthly Medal; Trevor Sharp’s
35 was next in that grade. In C grade the top score went to Steve Benson with his 37 and he was followed by Dave Robbins 33 in the runner up spot. Balls were won by Rob Moore 38, Steve Benson 37, Trevor Sharp 35, Brendon Murray 34, and by Jamie Andrews, Mitch Andrews and Dave Robbins all scoring 33.
The Nearest-to-the-Pin at the 4th and 13th holes was won by Steve Macdonald in A grade and Dave Saunders in B grade; they finished 806 cm and 507 cm from the hole, respectively.
Only A and C grades were represented at the 6th and 15th holes with the top shots in those grades going to Jamie Andrews, 164 cm, and Steve Benson, 540 cm.
The long drives at the 8th
and 17th holes in the three grades were won by Jamie Andrews, Rob Moore and Mark Gardner.
The Super Sevens for the week ending Friday 29 August was won by Trevor Sharp with 17 points. He was followed by four ball winners with 14 points: Ken Kelly, Dave Mann, Wayne Maddalena and Mark Stone with the final ball won on a count back by Evelyn Blanch, 13.
This coming Saturday, 6 September, the Gloucester Club will be playing the third and final round of the Men’s Championship, an Individual Stroke event sponsored by the Arkwood family. The following Saturday there will be an Individual Stableford sponsored by The Two Garries.
eventually showed, as they extended their lead with a series of well-executed goals.
Gloucester's persistence paid off late in the match when a long-range free kick—helped by a touch of wind—found the back of the net, giving the Scorps a deserved consolation goal.
Final score: 5-1. A big thank you to all the supporters who came out to cheer on the team. Your presence is always appreciated!
Grand Finals Day –Saturday 6th September
Division 1 Grand Final: 9am – Batter & Dough vs Australia Post Gloucester
Division 2 Match: 9:00am –Gloucester Landscapes vs Ray White Gloucester
Division 2 Grand Final: 10:00am – Chilli Air & Electrical vs Accommodation Gloucester
Division 3 Matches: 9:00am – Ollies Service Centre vs Level Electrical; 10:00am – Gloucester Landscapes vs The Common Mini Roos: 9:00am Training; 9:20am Games.
Local Competition Presentation - Saturday 6th September (after the final game).
12:00pm at the Soccer Complex.
Gloucester Golf Ladies
THE Gloucester Golf Ladies experienced it all last Wednesday, 27 August.
The day started as a calm warm day before forecasted winds blew across the course; magpies were swooping players lining up their shots on several holes; and a snake was spotted sunning itself beside the 6th green. It concluded with Carolyn Davies winning her third Women’s Championship on the trot.
After several postponements, the event played was the third round of the Women’s Championships, as well as a Women’s Golf NSW Medal round, with the day generously sponsored by Val Smith. The conditions were again heavy, dampening the run and the scores.
The Medal winners were Carolyn Davies in Division 1 and the ever-consistent Gai Falla in Division 2.
Balls were won by Anne Wand, Myrelle Fraser and Rhonda Nightingale.
The Nearest-to-the-Pin prize at the 4th and 13th holes was won by Carolyn Davies, while no-one managed to hit the green off the tee at the 6th and 15th holes largely due to a swirling wind.
The Women’s Club Champion for 2025 is Carolyn Davies, with Dale Rabbett as runner up. The net winner is Anne Wand, with Evelyn Blanch runner-up.
This Wednesday 3 September the Gloucester Golf Ladies will play an Individual Stableford and next Wednesday they contest the Women’s Foursomes Championships.
q Rob Moore, Steve Benson.
Perpetual winner
By Peter WILDBLOOD
GAI Falla finished even par in the Gloucester Veteran Golfers outing on Tuesday of last week, 26 August, to add to her double header of the week before. It was a fine sunny day although the course was still slow with very little if any run after the deluge at the end of the previous week.
The event was an Individual v Par sponsored by Rod Borrows. It attracted a good-sized field particularly with the absence of golf carts.
The winner was Gai Falla who finished even par although she did need a countback to nudge Derek Wand out of the winner’s circle in favour of the runner’s up spot. Balls were won by Mark Stone, -4, and by Anne Wand, Carolyn Davies and Ken Kelly all finishing -5. The Nearest-to-the-Pin trophies at the 6th and 15th holes were won by Dale Rabbett and Derek Wand.
On Tuesday 9 September there will be the second and final round of the Vets Championship for 2025.
