By John WATTS
John WATTS 0438 346 544 watts@newsofthearea.com.au
Wendy BUSWELL 0415 124 960 wendy@newsofthearea.com.au
Doug CONNOR 0431 487 679 doug@newsofthearea.com.au
By Wendy BUSWELL
A GLOUCESTER High School biennial tradition continued this year with a vibrant production of “Shrek: The Musical”.
“Not only does Shrek give students the chance to belt out 'I’m a Believer', but the show carries a powerful message,” said director Scott Davis.
“It’s about accepting people for who they are; about tolerance, inclusion, and not judging a book by its cover.”
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More than 60 students from Years 7 to 12 were involved in the production, either performing on stage or working behind
the scenes.
Mr Davis described it as a true whole-school effort.
“It was a school community collaboration from start to finish,” he said.
“[School musicals] are a vital part of school life. You see students in a different light.
“It’s incredibly rewarding to witness the growth in confidence and creativity the experience brings.”
Principal Trudi Edman noted the months of preparation and dedication poured into the production.
“The cast, crew, and
staff worked tirelessly over several months, rehearsing, building and painting sets, designing and making costumes, adapting musical arrangements, fine-tuning lighting and sound, and promoting the event to the wider community,” she said.
She also highlighted the deeper impact the production had on student development.
“We saw incredible growth in leadership, mentoring of younger students, creative expression, and problemsolving skills throughout the process.”
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“I recently sat down with a group of local allied health professionals from across the Lyne electorate,” Ms Penfold said.
“Their message was clear: this decision is not clinically informed, not regionally fair, and not economically sound.
“The consequence
will simply reduce service delivery in homes and natural environments, which is precisely where many people need it most.”
Ms Penfold said the impact of the travel cost change would be felt hardest in isolated and rural areas without access to public transport, whose only path to support is through mobile or home-
Both noted how the production brought people together from within the school and beyond.
based care.
“This is a city-centric decision that undermines the safety and accessibility of essential services,” she said.
“It does not appear that the regional impacts were properly considered, and I hold serious concerns about the data on which these changes were based.”
Another change in
“The support from the community is always outstanding,” Mr Davis said.
“It means so much to the students to perform in front of full houses and feel that level of encouragement and pride from the locals.”
One of the production’s youngest cast members, Dakota Clark, spoke enthusiastically about her experience.
“It was so much fun, and I learned a lot from the older students. I can’t wait for the next one!”
Year 9 student Tiko said, “It was the best time of my life.”
The musical also seeks to build connections
the price review is an expansion of the NDIS’ early childhood approach, which now supports children up to age nine, from the previous limit of seven.
Remote area loadings have also been discontinued for plan managers and intermediaries.
According to the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), a mix of market data, research, and public and industry engagement is utilised to inform changes to pricing arrangements
with younger audiences, with students from Gloucester Public School and St Joseph’s Primary School invited to a special matinee performance. Their reactions were equally animated.
“It was very funny,” said Jacinta, a Year 3 student.
“I loved seeing my friend on stage,” added fellow Year 3 student Isabelle.
“I enjoyed watching the students perform,” said Year 4 student Piper.
“Musicals create lasting memories,” Mr Davis reflected.
“We’re fortunate at Gloucester High School to have students, staff, and a community who see the value in creating something special together.”
and price limits through its Annual Pricing Review.
“The NDIA regularly reviews and makes changes to pricing arrangements to ensure our approach better meets the needs of participants, their families, carers and providers… [and] remains affordable and in place for future generations of Australians,” the NDIS website states.
“This is done by appointing expert committees, financial benchmarking, and forming dedicated working groups.”
By John WATTS
ACCESS to the Barrington Tops National Park from Gloucester is presently unavailable because of severe damage to the Scone Road during May’s flooding rains, Access to the Polblue Campground and Thunderbolts Lookout is currently only possible from the Scone side via Tomalla, on the western side of Barrington Tops.
Otherwise, the Park is open as per normal winter conditions, with 4WD trails closed to vehicles, but open for walkers or cyclistsalthough some locations are
closed for safety reasons.
“Visitors can access the Gloucester River and Gloucester Tops precinct of Barrington Tops National Park, which has excellent camping and walking opportunities in the Gondwana Rainforest of Australia World Heritage Area,” a spokesperson for National Parks said.
“Copeland Tops State Conservation Area (SCA) should be open for the July School Holidays following minor repairs and cleanup after the severe weather event in May.”
Those interested in guided tours or the Junior
ADDITIONAL support
has been announced for primary producers in New South Wales affected by the extreme flooding event from 18 May 2025.
This funding is provided under Category D of the CommonwealthState Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) and is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments.
The package will be available through grants administered by the NSW Rural Assistance Authority that enable eligible primary producers to access up to $75,000 in assistance.
Eligible primary producers can apply for grants of up to $75,000 to assist with:
• Clean-up and debris removal
• Repairing damaged infrastructure and equipment
• Restocking and replanting
• Replacing lost or damaged assets
• Restoring operations to pre-disaster levels
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said, “This additional funding means farmers can focus on rebuilding and getting back to work without the weight of financial uncertainty holding them back.
“Recovery is never one size fits all, and this support will give farmers the flexibility to address the unique challenges they’re facing on the ground.”
NSW Minister for Recovery Janelle Saffin told NOTA, “I’ve seen how hard the floods have been on our farmers on the Mid North Coast and in the Hunter.
“I know that the wait while we put our application (for category D funding) together has been a tough one, but we have been successful.
“This means local producers who’ve lost feed livestock and vital infrastructure continue to get the help they need to recover and rebuild.”
The announcement follows weeks of advocacy from flood-affected residents,
Ranger program bookings should visit nationalparks. nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/ parks/copeland-tops-stateconservation-area.
Upgrades within the Copeland Tops SCA carpark and visitor precinct are likely to see some temporary closures over the coming months.
“Scone Road remains closed due to a major landslip,” said a spokesperson for MidCoast Council.
“Geotechnical investigations are ongoing [and] long-term remediation works are being planned.
“It is expected to take some months.”
For current road closures, visitors travelling to the Park from the Scone side should consult the Upper Hunter Council website.
Councils, politicians, local leaders, and community groups.
Federal Member for Lyne Alison Penfold said the announcement is a “step toward giving our producers the support they should have received weeks ago”.
“Many of our producers lost fencing, crops, machinery and livestock.
“It’s taken too long - but
today, we’re finally seeing real, practical support for primary producers.”
While primary producers can now access the extended grants program, small business funding was not included in the Category D announcement.
“The question however is what about small businesses across the region?” Ms Penfold asked.
“Where is their additional support?
“They’ve been crying out for help too alongside our primary producers.
“I’m shocked that the NSW State Government’s request did not include support for small businesses.
“Small business is the backbone of our community and they too need additional support to get back on their
feet.
“I will continue to advocate and work for them and our community – from the Hastings to the Hunter and all places in between - to ensure we get the full package of recovery and rebuilding support that our small businesses and our communities need.”
By John WATTS
THE countdown is on to Gloucester’s 5th Annual New Years Eve community celebration.
According to event organisers, the event has blossomed into a vibrant gathering that has helped rekindle community spirit, social connection, and regional pride after a challenging few years of drought, COVID-19 and floods.
Since its modest beginnings with just 2700 attendees, the festival has skyrocketed in popularity, welcoming over 8250 revellers in 2024.
This year visitors can look forward to many new attractions, including thrilling mechanical rides, and an expanded variety of food and beverage options.
There will be two live cover bands; “Back to the Gypsy - The Fleetwood Mac Experience”, and “The Bon Jovi Experience.”
“It’s going to be a night to remember for families and friends,” said Matt Clich from the Gloucester Business Chamber.
“To top it all off, there is a fireworks display that’ll leave kids big and small in awe.”
While the festival
encourages families to enjoy and celebrate together, organisers are also urging the community to support local businesses by staying in Gloucester and enjoying what the region has to offer over the Christmas and New Year period.
This year, to raise funds for the event, there will be another car and fuel voucher raffle.
Tickets can be purchased online, or at any number of
pop-up sales tables in the community.
“The Gloucester Festival is more than just a New Year’s celebration; it’s a powerful reminder of community resilience, spirit, and the joy of coming together,” said Mr Clinch.
“As we toast a new year, let’s celebrate all that Gloucester offers, and look forward to many more years of family fun, music, and local camaraderie.”
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accessible trains for customers travelling across NSW, and between Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane.
In a statement in February this year, Regional Transport Minister Jenny Aitchison said the XPT fleet had reached an impressive 40-plus years in service and that work was underway to ensure it continued to provide passengers with a safe and comfortable experience until the next generation “Regional Rail Fleet” was ready to be introduced.
“The NSW Government has committed $40.3 million over five years for the XPT Life Extension Project,” she said.
Since then, XPT services to
the Mid North Coast, including Gloucester, have been reduced while the ageing XPTs are refurbished.
The new trains were originally planned to be running by January 2023, but few of the 29 trains that were ordered have arrived.
News Of The Area sought comment from Transport for NSW as to whether the fact the refurbishment will take five years, also means the new trains will not come into service for at least five years.
And will Gloucester continue to receive only a limited service during that time?
In response, TfNSW repeated the minister’s comments from earlier this year.
“A timeline for the new
Regional Rail Fleet’s entry into service will be confirmed once the trains have progressed through testing, assurance and the relevant verifications on the NSW and
“There is a significant amount of work to be done before the new trains enter passenger service.
“For a 12-month period during
“Trains
FARMERS are calling for a government crackdown to stamp out fire ants in NSW after the pests were discovered in Tweed Heads last week.
Fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) are prohibited under the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015 and high-risk materials are restricted from infested areas of south-east Queensland.
On Wednesday the NSW Government confirmed an immature Red Imported Fire Ant nest was detected on a property on NSW’s far north coast, where it was later destroyed by authorities.
“An investigation was immediately commenced following the report of suspected fire ants and the discovery of an immature nest led to its destruction,” Minister for Agriculture Tara Moriarty said.
A genetic analysis has commenced of the specimen fire ants to determine the likely source.
NSW Chief Invasive Species Officer Scott Charlton said, "Investigations and surveillance are underway following this detection; however, the fact that the nest was immature, or non-productive, is reassuring.
“A vigilant pest control contractor at the site quickly identified suspected fire ants.”
NSW Farmers Biosecurity Committee Chair Tony Hegarty said the repeated detections of fire ants in NSW were a clear sign of a “colossal failure” of current biosecurity measures.
“The danger that Red Imported Fire Ants present to people, animals and the environment could not be more extreme," Mr Hegarty said.
“We’re rapidly losing the battle from one pest to another here in NSW, and the way we’re going, fire ants could well be the next threat our government fails to control.”
Mr Hegarty called on the state government to ensure every resource was available to eradicate the ants as soon as possible.
“Current biosecurity measures clearly aren’t doing the job, and while we’ve got $100 million in new biosecurity funding, this one pest alone could cost us $60 billion over the next 30 years,” Mr Hegarty said.
“The NSW Government needs to get real on border biosecurity and properly vet high-risk materials coming into our borders, or else these ants are only going to keep marching on in until it’s all too late.”
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The Gardening Australia team is focused on all things First Nations in this NAIDOC Week episode, with Indigenous plants front and centre.
Costa Georgiadis is cooking up a storm in Kakadu, resident bush tucker expert Clarence Slocklee (above) – a Bundjalung man – shares his own gardening journey with us, and Josh Byrne gets a lesson in identifying the arguably more useful Noongar seasons (of which there are six). Rounding things out, Jerry Coleby-Williams imparts his knowledge of the culturally significant bunya pine –another traditional source of nutrition – and the team pays a visit to a group using plants to ensure their Arrernte language is passed on to a new generation.
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SEVEN, 9.20pm
Based on the Scandinavian novel by Erik Axl Sund, this dark psychological thriller flips the usual Jane Doe script on its head and instead follows the efforts to catch a serial killer who’s brazenly leaving the bodies of young men in bags all over Bristol. DCI Jeanette Kilburn (Eve Myles, Broadchurch with Sophia Craven (Katherine Kelly, right), a psychotherapist whose speciality is counselling criminals, to solve the case. As they dig deeper – and grow closer – the unlikely duo begin to uncover a trail that leads to overlooked missing children’s cases tracing back decades. All the while, the body count is increasing and police corruption is rearing its ugly head, but the clues are adding up.
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis gets a taste of Kakadu cooking.
8.30 Patience. (Ma) Patience is questioned by the police after coming under suspicion in the burning man investigation.
9.20 Gruen. (R) Presented by Wil Anderson. 9.55 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) Presented by Guy Montgomery.
10.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
11.15 ABC Late News.
11.30 Silent Witness. (Mav, R)
12.35 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
5.35pm
6.00 Octonauts. 6.10
5.45
6.00 Mastermind Australia. Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Shetland: Scotland’s Wondrous Isles. Looks at The Swan
8.25 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 7.
1.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)
2.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico. (PGa, R)
4.05 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
WEDNESDAY ELSBETH
TEN, 8.40pm
Her wardrobe is bursting with colourful confections, her trusty totes are packed with more goodies than Mary Poppins’ magic carpet bag and her brain is buzzing with more information than the standard PC –yep, Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston) is every minimalist’s worst nightmare. Enter this week’s guest star, Mary-Louise Parker (above, Weeds, The West Wing), as decluttering guru Freya Frostad. Famous for her rule of “44” – the perfect number of possessions a person should own – Freya has seemingly also applied a less-is-more approach to her personal life, by offing her husband. As our charming crime solver tests Freya’s boundaries, more than a few surprising revelations are in store.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.
8.30 MOVIE: The Other Woman. (2014, Mals, R) After discovering her boyfriend is married, a woman tries to get her ruined life back on track. Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Kate Upton. 10.50 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mlns, R) The couples receive another crate.
12.25 The Disappearance. (Ma, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 19. Cronulla Sharks v Dolphins. From Sharks Stadium, Sydney. 9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the Cronulla Sharks versus Dolphins match, with news and analysis. 10.45 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12. Semi-finals. 12.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12 Late. Semi-finals. 4.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard. 5.00 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R) 6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Australia. A couple are searching for their first home. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mdl, R) Celebrity guests include Paul Mescal.
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Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Wildlife ER. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.20 Bluey. 6.30 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.50 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021, PG) 9.45 BTN Newsbreak. 9.50 Robot Wars. 10.50 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Nanny. 9.00 Jeopardy! UK. 10.00
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 MOVIE: Blown Away. (1994, M) 10.00 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. 10.30 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 12. Semi-finals. From London, England. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.25 Australian Story: The River Pt 2 – Franklin River Rescue. (R) The conclusion to the perilous 24-hour mission.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Grantchester. (Mav) A familiar face arrives at the vicarage.
8.20 Midsomer Murders. (Masv, R) Barnaby and Winter investigate when a member of a village watch is murdered.
9.50 Bay Of Fires. (Madv, R) Stella is thrown into a tailspin.
10.40 Little Disasters. (Mal, R)
11.30 Whale Wisdom. (R)
12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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6am Children’s Programs. 5pm Peppa Pig. 5.10 Octonauts And The Caves Of Sac Actun. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. 8.10 Chopped Junior. 8.55 Dance Life. 9.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.30 Dragon Ball Super. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Travels With Agatha Christie And Sir David Suchet. (PG)
8.25 Emily: I Am Kam. (PG, R) Celebrates the legacy of artist Emily Kam Kngwarray.
9.35 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 8. Saint-Méen-le-Grand to Laval. 171km flat stage. From France. 1.45 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mv, R)
2.35 Blue Water Safari. (PGal, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
4.55 Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. (Return, PG) The team stays in Tasmania’s central highlands.
7.30 MOVIE: Titanic. (1997, Mansv, R) An upper-class woman falls for a penniless young man. Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet.
11.35 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mals, R)
12.55 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 1. Highlights.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 My Greek Odyssey. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: The Castle. (1997, Ml, R) Michael Caton. 9.20 MOVIE: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) A woman leaves her small town to find romance. Toni Collette, Bill Hunter.
11.30 To Be Advised.
12.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show.
1.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 13 Late. Women’s final.
4.00 Find My Country House Australia. (PG, R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple must decide whether to leave or stay. 8.40 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) Follows NSW Ambulance on the longest night of the year, the end of daylight saving. 9.50 House Hunters Australia. (PGl, R) A couple look for a home near Lake Macquarie, NSW. 10.50 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) Elsbeth matches wits with a psychic. 11.50 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.30 Compass. (PGals)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PGs) Hosted by Adam Hills.
8.00 Bay Of Fires. (Mlv) Mystery Bay’s brief flirtation with happiness ends.
8.55 Little Disasters. (Mal) Jess’ fate hangs in the balance.
9.45 MOVIE: Spear. (2015, Mal, R) A young Aboriginal learns what it means to be a man. Hunter Page-Lochard.
11.05 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R)
11.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
1.40 Under The Vines. (PG, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
6am Lara.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 9.55 Innovation Nation. 10.10 Rise Of The Superbombs.
6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Peter Rabbit. 6.00 Octonauts. 6.10 Super Monsters. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.55 Andy And The Band. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Walking With Dinosaurs. 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.30 Abbott Elementary. 10.15 Speechless. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.
7.30 Eiffel Tower: Building The Impossible. (PGan, R) Takes a look at the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of progress that has towered over Paris for over 130 years.
9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 9. Chinon to Chateauroux. 170km hilly stage. From France.
1.45 24 Hours In Emergency: You Are Not Alone. (Ma, R)
2.40 Blue Water Safari. (PGal, R)
4.30 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
4.25 PBS Washington Week. 4.50 Jeopardy! 5.15 Alone: The Skills Challenge. 5.40 Lost Gold Of The Aztecs. 6.35 Engineering Reborn. 7.30 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 10.10 Late
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Continued. (2019, PG, German) 6.35 The Movie Show. 7.05 Hamlet. (1948, PG) 10.00 The Movie Show. 10.30 Walkabout. (1971, M) 12.25pm The New Boy. (2023, M) 2.35 Bran Nue Dae. (2009, PG) 4.05 The Movie Show. 4.35 Ride On. (2023, PG, Mandarin) 6.55 Bicycle Thief. (1948, PG, Italian) 8.30 Harry Brown. (2009, MA15+) 10.30 La Maison. (2022, MA15+, German) 12.10am Late Programs. 6am The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. Continued. (1943, PG) 6.45 Ride On. (2023, PG, Mandarin) 9.05 Bicycle Thief. (1948, PG, Italian) 10.40 White Tiger. (2012, To Leslie. (2022, M) 2.55 Thirteen Days. (2000, 11.05 Before, Now And Then. (2022, MA15+, Indonesian) 1.05am Harry Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Dancing With The Stars. (PG) 8.20 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.20 The Crow Girl. (Premiere, Malv) A detective teams up with a psychotherapist.
11.25 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mals, R)
12.45 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 7. Townsville 500. Day 2. Highlights.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Travel Guides. (PG)
8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.10 To Be Advised.
10.10 9News Late.
10.30 See No Evil: The Trophy Collector. (MA15+av) 11.30 The First 48: Tell No Tales/Unfair Fight. (Mav) 12.30 Wimbledon 2025 Pre-Show. 1.00 Tennis. Wimbledon. Day 14 Late. Men’s final.
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. Four contestants face off. 8.15 Fake. (Final, Ml)
6.00
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 Super Monsters. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. (Premiere) 7.20
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Portillo’s Andalucia. (Final, R)
8.20 Sue Perkins: Lost In Thailand. (Final, PGa, R) Sue Perkins concludes her exploration of Thailand.
9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 10.
2.05 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
3.05 Incredible Homes. (PGn, R)
4.05 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The 1% Club. (PGl, R) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.
8.30 9-1-1. (Mav) Following Maddie’s mysterious 911 call, Chimney returns home to find his daughter alone and Maddie nowhere to be found.
10.30 The Agenda Setters.
11.30 Police Custody USA: Meth Wars. (Madl, R)
12.30 Gone. (MA15+v, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Parental Guidance. (PGa)
9.00 100% Footy. (M)
10.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. (PGl)
9News Late.
Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup. (Ma) 1.00 Fishing Australia. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Frogs’ Sake! (R) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am 3 Days
In Quiberon. Continued. (2018, PG, French) 7.25 Thirteen Days. (2000, PG) 10.05 The Movie Show. 10.40 Boccaccio ’70. (1962, M, German) 2.25pm The Movie Show. 3.00 8 1/2. (1963, PG, Italian) 5.35 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 7.30 The Great Spirit. (2019, M, Italian) 9.35 Wild Seas. (2022, MA15+, French) 11.20 Boiling Point. (2021, MA15+) 1.10am J. Edgar. (2011, M) 3.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PGav)
8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 Living Black. (R)
11.05 Anne Boleyn. (Masv, R) 2.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)
3.00 Incredible Homes. (R)
3.55 Growing A Greener World. (PGa, R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am 8 1/2. Continued. (1963, PG, Italian) 8.25 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018, PG, French) 10.30 20th Century Women. (2016, M) 12.45pm Nostalgia. (2022, M, Italian) 2.55 Thirteen Days. (2000, PG) 5.35 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PG) 7.30 American Pastoral. (2016, M) 9.30 Maria Into Life. (2022, M, French) 11.15 Mother Couch. (2023, M) 1am Wild Seas. (2022, MA15+, French) 2.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Irene returns with a heartbreaking secret. 8.30 Stranded On Honeymoon Island. (Mls) As one couple pull the flare and leave the experience for good, two couples ignite fire in another way, taking their relationship to the next level.
11.30 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.
12.30 Fairly Legal. (Ma, R) Kate helps a friend with a prenup.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
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7.30 How Disney Built America. (PG) 8.20 Eat Smart: Secrets Of The Glucose Goddess. (Final, PG)
9.15 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 11.
1.45 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
2.45 Incredible Homes. (R)
3.40 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.10 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Down Under 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 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa)
10.00 Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone. (MA15+a)
11.20 Stags. (MA15+alv)
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1.20 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Treasures With Bettany Hughes. (PGaw)
9.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 12.
2.15 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)
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GLOUCESTER SCHOOL OF ARTS INC.
Notice is given that the Gloucester School of Arts Inc. Annual General Meeting will be held in the Gloucester School of Arts Meeting Rooms, 25 Denison St Gloucester NSW on Monday 28 July 2025 at 1700 hrs
Members are invited to attend, and anyone interested in being involved in Gloucester School of Arts activities is welcome.
For further information contact the Secretary - gsofarts@gmail.com or 0428 209 944
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DEAR Jasminda,
Since the recent heavy rain events, we now have a flock of bin chickens in our yard.
They are not a very attractive bird, but I can't seem to shoo them away. How do I get rid of them?
Jonathan R.
Ah, Jonathon
Using the term bin chicken tells me everything I need to know about your position on the Australian White Ibis, despite it being an intelligent and resourceful bird, as well as a native
species. Your Flock of Ibis (not to be confused with A Flock of Seagulls, which would be an entirely different dilemma) is ('is' not 'are' as flock is a collective noun, before you correct me in an online community group) doing an important job in your yard.
Your attempts to shoo them (perhaps you'd prefer them to be rummaging around in a local skip bin) are taking them away from aerating your soil, feasting on insects, and adapting to new environments (such as your drenched yard that currently looks more like a Tough Mudder racetrack from all the vehicle traffic).
Instead of your 'Go Back to Where You Came From' attitude (misguided, since they traditionally inhabit wetlands, which your yard
seems to have evolved into), perhaps you should embrace them as a significant part of Australia's cultural heritage.
It is actually our fault that the birds have relocated from their usual habitats and moved to far less suitable urban locations.
I hope this has shed some more light on the matter, and instead of calling them bin chickens (or trash vultures or flying rats or dumpster divers), you will instead embrace their distinctive repetitive grunting sounds (much like a surly Australian teenager) and marvel at them perched in your eucalyptus trees (where they are roosting to escape predators like coastal retirees named Jonathon).
GLOUCESTER Garden Club recently met to honour a number of members who have made exceptional contributions to the club and its activities.
The meeting was chaired by newly inducted club president Di Relf, with life memberships awarded to Judy Holstein and Robyn Henderson.
The awards were presented by immediate past president Shirley Hazell, who is also a life member of the club.
This prestigious accolade is granted to individuals who have consistently demonstrated unwavering commitment to the club's
objectives and have significantly contributed to the club's successes over the years.
Judy is a former president and vice president and Robyn a long-time treasurer and public officer.
In addition to the life memberships, three appreciation awards were
presented.
Sharyn Blanch received recognition for her work as a competition organiser, and Kim and Kevin Arny as the “keepers of the kettle”.
President Di Relf welcomed about 50 members to the meeting at the Uniting Church Hall, where guest speaker Peter Hazell offered
MIDCOAST Council voted to close the Nabiac Library at its meeting on Monday 30 June.
According to Council, the library branch was flagged by the State Library of NSW in 2023 as not meeting public library minimum standards, which triggered Council to undertake a review of the facility.
Council says approximately $100,000 in
building works, $96,000 in connectivity upgrades and almost doubling Council's annual investment would be required within five years to keep the Library open.
Paul De Szell, Council’s Director of Liveable Communities, said library usage figures are “extremely low”.
“Only eight percent of the Nabiac community are library members," he said.
"Over the past five years there has been an average of only 44 individuals who regularly use the Nabiac Library each year.
“We cannot justify the large expenditure that would be required to improve the facility and the ongoing investment to meet minimum standards when it has such low usage,” said Mr De Szell.
Council has approached local community partners
to explore alternative delivery models to maintain a library service at Nabiac.
It says there have been no viable partnership options identified.
People from Nabiac and surrounds who are unable to visit the library due to age, illness or disability can access the Home Library Service.
Call 7955 7001 to find out more or head online at library.midcoast.nsw.gov.au.
pictorial coverage of a recent cherry blossom tour of Japan.
The annual flower and veggie competitions were also announced.
The winner of the flower competition was Pearl Beggs with five members sharing second - Dot Harris, Shirley Hazell, Madonna O’Brien, Nerida Rodrom and Peter
Hazell. The consistency award was shared by Tessa Searle and Aldo Razza.
The annual veggie competition was shared by Nerida Rodrom and Peter Hazell with the consistency award won by Anne Williamson.
The club’s flower and veggie competition results for June were also revealed.
Christine Bolton won in the flowers category with a white camellia and second place was shared by Pearl Beggs and Peter Hazell.
Peter Hazell’s sweet potato was first in the veggies category, Dot Harris’ pumpkin was second and Teesa Seale’s lemon was third.
Raffle winners were Janis Eastoe, Di Relf, Kim Arney, John Nosworthy, Jean Buettel and Fay Fenning.
The members’ draw was not claimed while the lucky door went to Sharyn Blanch.
The club’s sheep poo distribution has also had to be delayed with the closure of the flood-damaged Nowendoc Road, so orders can now still be taken until the road link is re-opened.
resumes on the bill,” she said.
AN Upper House inquiry has been established to examine the Game and Feral Animal Legislation Amendment (Conservation Hunting) Bill 2025, a private members’ bill introduced by Robert Borsak MLC of the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers party.
The bill proposes a number of amendments to the Game and Feral Animal Control Act 2002, including to abolish the Game and Pest Management Advisory Board and replace it with the Conservation Hunting Authority.
The bill would also recognise and make provision for a right to hunt, and abolish restricted game hunting licences and replace those licences with conservation hunting licences.
The bill additionally seeks to amend laws to establish that Crown land is available for hunting.
Committee Chair Emily Suvaal MLC acknowledged the wide range of views on the bill.
"This inquiry will ensure that stakeholder issues and concerns about the proposed legislation can be adequately considered and addressed by the House when debate
Stakeholders can make submissions until 4 August 2025 by lodging a submission via the committee's website.
The committee will then hold a hearing on a date to be determined.
The committee is due to report by 10 October 2025.
MIDCOAST Council formally adopted its four-year Delivery Program for 2025-2029, Operational Plan and budget for the 2025-26 financial year at its 30 June meeting.
The budget provides a boost for local roads, with Council redirecting funds from other operational areas to allocate an additional $6.7 million to roadworks in 2025-26, bringing total road investment to $68.47 million over the year.
Mayor Claire Pontin acknowledged that this
would not be enough to fix everything across the 3,600km stretch of MidCoast roads, citing underfunding over recent decades.
“Over coming years, we will continue to prioritise roadwork, looking for every possible saving and stretching our budget as far as possible,” said Mayor Pontin.
“Along with roadwork, our strategic priorities also include financial sustainability, and customer experience.
“These three areas have
received special focus in our Delivery Program 20252029.”
The Operational Plan 2025-26 details the activities for the financial year, guided by the annual budget.
The overall 2025-26 Council budget is estimated at $320 million, which includes $102 million raised through rates and $86 million from water, sewer, and waste charges.
Changes made to the documents following the 28-day public exhibition
FOLLOWING the success
of its debut on 15 June, the Magpie Market at Stroud District Country Club is calling on local growers and producers to take the market to the next level.
Organised by new Stroud local Victoria Henderson, the market drew a strong crowd and a vibrant mix of stalls showcasing handmade goods, art, vintage finds, and home baking - all
set against the stunning backdrop of the Stroud vista.
“Every stall was a celebration of local creativity and small business - we'd love to see produce stalls added next time to make it even better,” said one enthusiastic market goer.
Victoria, who launched Magpie Gathering to create new opportunities for the town, agrees.
“We’d love to connect with local producerspeople growing fruit, veg, herbs, keeping bees… anyone with something fresh to offer,” she said.
The next Magpie Market is set for Sunday 20 July, and the team is keen to hear from stallholders interested in selling locally grown or made produce.
To get involved or find out more, visit magpiegathering.com or contact Victoria directly via the website.
further details
period respond to community feedback and the recent flood, including adjustments to project timelines and the addition of a high-priority project to replace a damaged section of the water supply pipeline crossing the Manning River between Bootawa Dam and Wingham Reservoirs following damage sustained during the May 2025 floods.
“The recent 1-in-500-year flood event has significantly impacted our roads, bridges and other infrastructure,” Mayor Pontin said.
“This may necessitate some reprioritisation of works as more flood damage comes to light.
“We are working hard to obtain the maximum funding support possible from State and Federal governments for needed repairs.”
In terms of Council revenue for 2025-26, the budget applies the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal’s (IPART) 3.80 percent rate peg to general property rates.
However, this doesn’t
translate directly into a 3.80 percent increase for all ratepayers, as property valuations vary.
Waste management charges will rise by 3.80 percent, with standard annual fees set at $116 for properties within the collection area and $53 for those outside.
Water charges will increase by 5.50 percent, with an access fee of $378 per standard residential meter and usage charges at $4.28 per thousand litres.
Sewer charges will rise by seven percent, with an annual connection fee of $1,146 for connected properties.
MIDCOAST Council is attempting to make it “easier and faster to build homes in the region”, with progress discussed at last week’s Council meeting.
Council has been addressing the recommendations identified in the 2023 Housing Barriers Review, which identified problems that slow down the building process and offered ways to fix them.
A statement from Council last week stated the organisation is working to address delays, update systems, and help the community understand how housing approvals work.
According to Council, progress to date includes a new “fast-track” team which speeds up the approval of simple development applications.
A new draft Local Environmental Plan (LEP) has also been prepared and is with the State Government for approval.
Planning assessments are currently done using three different LEPs from the previous Council areas premerger.
Council is now working on a new local approvals policy to outline those activities described under Section 68 of the Local Government
Act, which may be carried out without the approval of Council.
Council’s Director of Liveable Communities, Paul De Szell, explained that these changes will help people get clear answers faster, reduce wait times, and make it easier to build housing across the MidCoast.
“This is about making it easier for our community to use the planning system at the local level,” said Mr De Szell.
“We’re making sure the rules are clear, the systems work, and that people can build homes without facing long delays.”
MIDCOAST Council has offered thanks to Wollongong Shire Council for sending manpower and resources to help with the flood recovery process.
Two pothole filling crews of four staff in each team did one-week stints on the MidCoast, doing their bit to help the local road work crews.
A spokesperson from the Wollongong Shire Council said they were proud to be able to lend a hand.
“Our guys put their hands up and offered to head up the coast and help out,” they said.
“We are all incredibly proud of them.
“From all accounts they enjoyed their time in the region and said the MidCoast Council and its residents were
a pleasure to deal with.”
Newcastle Council also sent a crew to the MidCoast to provide assistance.
MidCoast Council Mayor Claire Pontin was beyond grateful to all the different LGAs and crews that have put themselves out to assist.
“It really shows what the Australian spirit is all about,” she said.
“Our crews will take all the help they can get following the floods. There was a lot of damage to so much of our infrastructure it is hard to comprehend.
“I want to thank all the different Councils that have offered and provided help to us following the destructive floods in May.”
NORTHERN NSW representative teams will face the Newcastle Jets as part of the A-League club’s pre-season preparation.
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) will select senior men’s and women’s representative teams to take on the Jets’ two A-Leagues sides.
Similar matches have previously appeared on the football calendar but the formal partnership between Northern NSW Football and Newcastle Jets has cleared the way for the fixtures to return annually.
“We are thrilled to grow our partnership with the Newcastle Jets and relaunch the Northern NSW All Stars v Newcastle Jets showcase matches in 2025,” said NNSWF CEO Peter Haynes.
“Newcastle Jets represent the region’s professional football presence in the A-League Men’s and Women’s competitions.
“Enhancing our strategic relationship with the Jets provides a direct avenue for our most talented players and coaches to be exposed to elite environments and pathways.”
NNSWF will select its teams from players identified through its premier competitions including NPL Women’s NNSW, NPL Men’s NNSW, HIT106.9 Northern League One, Northern NSW Regional Super League and Premier Youth League.
Newcastle Jets CEO Tain Drinkwater said the matches would be important preparation for the club’s A-Leagues campaigns.
“The All-Stars match will be a great occasion for the Newcastle and northern NSW football family and one of our core focuses is to be a football club that is the pride of the region,” Drinkwater said.
“These two matches will further strengthen our commitment to the community and the Newcastle Jets.
“It is going to be a day of celebration for football in the region.”
NNSWF Technical Director Ryan Doidge was excited to give players another opportunity to shine and potentially be identified.
“These matches are a fantastic chance to showcase talented, identified players
from NNSWF’s premier competitions from across the whole region,” Doidge said.
“Players like Jason Hoffman, Taylor Regan, Nigel Boogaard, Clare Wheeler, Gema Simon and Jemma House started their journey in our premier competitions before progressing to play at national and international levels.
“I am excited to help provide opportunities for northern NSW players to
compete and test themselves in a representative environment against our local A-League program and potentially be identified.”
Peter McGuinness and Jim Cresnar will be the coaching team behind the men’s Northern NSW All Stars while Heath Whyte and Craig Atkins will coach the women’s Northern NSW AllStars team.
The coaches were selected via a merit-based
system and will contribute to the identification and selection of players. NNSWF’s Technical Department will select men’s and women’s 25-player squads made up of the best talent from across northern NSW.
NNSWF will ensure appropriate preparation for its players for the matches while acknowledging the limited window available.
The preparation program will also respect club
By Peter WILDBLOOD
SATURDAY 5 July saw Ben Veitch taking out the Monthly Medal on a Gloucester Golf Course still playing on the heavy and slow side with players lucky to make their handicap.
The event was an Individual Stroke sponsored by the Arkwood Family with the Medal going to the player across the field with the top net score.
The July Monthly Medal was won by Ben Veitch with a net score of 73 an effort that also won him the top net score in A grade; Paul Blanch’s gross score of 74 was the best in the top grade.
The B grade net and
gross scores were won by Wayne Maddalena scoring 76 net and 92 gross.
Dave Robbins had the top net score in C grade with his 79; Bill Murray’s 104 was the top gross score in the grade.
Balls were won by Ben Veitch 73, Paul Blanch and Brian McInnes 74, Wayne Maddalena 76, Geoff Reynolds 78 and by four players on 79: Nathan McInnes, Steve Williams, Mark Stone and Dave Robbins.
Paul Blanch had a great tee shot at the 4th and 13th holes to win the Nearestto-the-Pin at the hole; he finished a mere 130 cm from the hole with nary a B or C grade player in sight.
At the 6th and 15th holes just the top two grades were represented on the NTP card: Steve Williams, 360 cm, in A grade and Doug Blanch, 250 cm, in B grade.
The long drives at the 8th and 17th holes were turned in by Paul Blanch, Wayne Maddalena and Bill Murray representing the three grades.
The Super Sevens for the week ending Friday 4 July was won by Peter Markey with a great score of 18 points.
Rod Burrows, 14, was the leading ball winner and he was followed by Trevor Sharp and Wayne Maddalena, 13 and Arthur Poynting, 12.
This coming Saturday
q Wayne Maddalena, Ben Veitch and Dave Robbins.
the Gloucester Golf Club will be hosting the Men’s Foursomes Championships sponsored by Col Laurie and Roy Crichton. The following week they play the first round of the Men’s Club Championships, an Individual Stroke event sponsored by the Arkwood family.
By Peter WILDBLOOD
EVELYN Blanch and Paul Blanch returned to the winners’ circle in winning the Gloucester Mixed Foursomes Championships on Sunday 6 July.
This was their ninth win in the event with their straight run of wins in the event only broken in 2024.
The champions for 2025 are Evelyn Blanch and
Paul Blanch who turned in a gross score of 127; the net winners were Carolyn Davies and Ben Veitch, 119.
Ball winners were Evelyn Blanch and Paul Blanch, and Carolyn Davies
and Ben Veitch.
The Nearest-to-the-Pin at the 4th, 13th and 22nd holes was won by Paul Blanch who finished 320 cm from the hole.
commitments particularly during finals series matches.
Final 18-player matchday squads will then be chosen to feature in the matches against the Jets.
Northern NSW All-Star 25-player squads will be announced on NNSWF’s website and social media channels in August. The matches will take place on Saturday 20 September at Darling Street Oval in Hamilton.
By Anthony KINGSTON
MEMBERS of the Gloucester Tennis Club recently travelled to Laurieton for the second round of the new inter-club challenge.
In what turned out to be a lovely sunny day, the Laurieton players were most welcoming, there was some fine tennis played in a competitive yet social atmosphere and players from both sides enjoyed themselves.
By Jennifer BURLEY
TALK about a "bomb cyclone"we were greeted with icy winds that at times did hit us with a "blast" that nearly knocked us off our feet, but the hardy ladies who were drawn to play the Semi final in the Minor Singles Championship fronted up and all gave a great display of bowls
The results being Karen Heiningher defeated Penny Gibson
Carolyn Davies and Ben Veitch won the long drive trophies at the 8th, 17th, and 26th holes.
At the 6th , 15th and 24th holes Sally Higgins, 390 cm, and Ben Veitch, 870 cm, were the closest off the tee.
The Gloucester team - Elyse, Brett and Leanne Standing, Toni Laurie, Kevin Irvin, Robyn Scott, Mick Malone and Tony Kingston - proved too strong on the day and had a convincing win.
Gloucester's next match is a home game against Krambach on Saturday 26th July.
26-14 and Paula Standen defeated Suzanne Cross 25-19. Many thanks to Sue Bryant and Jill Carson for doing a stella job of marking. Therefore next Wednesday the 9th the Final will be contested between Karen and Paula with Suzanne tasked with marking
the clubhouse and the other game of Joan Ridgeway and Helen Banks 24 played Gina Dalmulder and Di Pritchard 5 managed 12 ends before heading indoors
There were two teams of hardy ladies who decided to have a game of 3 bowl pairs, one game decided to succumb after 4 ends and enjoyed the hospitality of
The first round of the Major Singles Championship has been put back one week to July 16th, the draw on the notice board.
SPORT NSW has recognised John Hughes from Gloucester with the prestigious Distinguished Long Service Honour, following decades of unflagging and invaluable service to Northern NSW Football at a grassroots level.
Hughes is among 19 recipients who were presented with their honour at the 2025 NSW Community Sports Awards held at CommBank Stadium in Parramatta on Monday, 30 June.
The Distinguished Long Service Honour recognises individual officials, coaches, administrators, and event organisers who have demonstrated extraordinary unwavering dedication to nurturing and promoting sport in their communities for over 25 years.
In September 1975, a meeting was held to discuss the formation of a Soccer Club in Gloucester.
A trial game was played against Cundletown in March 1976, from which it then progressed.
Hughes was coach and a player in the Senior Team and was instrumental in the formation of the Gloucester Scorpions providing an opportunity for the local community to participate in Football. He became President in 1979, again in 1984 and held this position continuously for 40 years.
Hughes is the current Club Vice President after handing over the Presidency to his daughter Trudy.
He also served many years on the board of Manning District Soccer Association (now known as Football Mid North Coast) as Vice President.
Hughes is also a local referee officiating in hundreds of matches and assists in running the canteen, acts as grounds person and takes on many other jobs to keep the club running.
He is a current life member of Gloucester Soccer Club and Football Mid North Coast Association.
