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Gloucester District News Of The Area 10 JUNE 2026

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GLOUCESTER DISTRICT Of The Area News

ARTS Gloucester, supported by MidCoast Council and Coastline Bank, recently orchestrated a day-long cultural workshop for local small schools.

Each year, Arts Gloucester hosts a cultural exhibition. This year, administrator Charlie Lethbridge was determined to include local schools in the event.

“The schools were eager to participate, but many expressed they lacked the cultural expertise to independently run such an event,” Mr Lethbridge explained to News Of The Area.

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q Students working on an artwork. Photo: Jools Samerski

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Dogs put their noses to work for Gloucester's koalas

DOGS and koalas do not always have positive interactions, with dog attacks being a primary threat to their survival.

More than 80 per cent of dog attacks on koalas prove to be fatal.

However, it is not all bad news, because dogs are also playing an increasingly important role in helping to locate and save threatened koala populations,

The way in which dogs are helping koalas was well demonstrated at a recent Gloucester event.

The occasion attracted more than 30 people who were fascinated to witness dogs from Canines for Wildlife detecting the presence of koalas on a property adjacent to the Bucketts.

The day’s event was

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organised and hosted by Hunter Local Land Services (Hunter LLS) in association with MidCoast Council, National Parks, Gloucester Environment Group, and MidCoast 2 Tops Landcare.

“Participants saw a real survey unfold as the dogs Max and Poa helped detect koala presence by finding koala scat on a property that hadn’t previously been surveyed,” a spokesperson for Hunter LLS said.

“The great news was that dogs located multiple fresh scat sites under important koala feed trees, helping build a better picture of where koalas occur and the habitat they use.”

Those taking part in the event learnt about koala behaviour and ecology, and what practical steps could be

taken to protect koalas and their habitat, and what was being done locally.

Local Garry Lyford who attended the event was fascinated by the skill of the detection dogs.

“I was interested to see how koala populations are monitored and there was a comprehensive discussion about the different ways of monitoring koala populations,” said Mr Lyford said.

“I was fascinated by the dogs’ behaviour and their sensitivity to koala faeces.

“The dogs were incredibly well trainedthey can also be trained for different animal groups, and can be trained to look for other endangered fauna.

“It was a great day.”

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GLOUCESTER locals doing their shopping might soon bump into a few local firefighters as Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) takes to the streets of Gloucester to attract a new generation of on-call firefighters.

Gloucester Fire Station is currently looking to fill multiple paid firefighter roles to bolster local fire protection.

On Monday 15 June from 6pm, Gloucester Fire Station will host an information session.

During the session crews will share details about what’s involved in becoming an on-call firefighter; the types of incidents they attend; tasks they perform and skills they’ve gained; and the satisfaction they receive from contributing to their community in such a unique and positive way.

Anyone who wants more information about a career with FRNSW is encouraged to attend. They will have the opportunity to ask questions and inspect the modern vehicles and equipment used to respond to emergencies.

Gloucester Station Officer Beau Douglas,

told News Of The Area that the information session was a great opportunity for people to find out about the significant benefits of a career in firefighting.

“Our on-call firefighters are the backbone of our cities and towns, blending their existing work, business and family lives with serving and protecting others,” said Station Officer Douglas.

“These are paid firefighting positions, but the beauty is that you can work around other commitments such as work and family.

“Your local fire station relies on people in the community to put their hand up to become firefighters – without that support, regional fire stations cannot survive.”

Local business owner and on-call firefighter Deborah Sheely has been with FRNSW for more than five years.

Deborah is excited that recruitment is open and hopes that community members will consider applying.

“Gloucester Fire Station is keen to diversify so the crew better reflects the local community it serves,” said Ms Sheely.

“We’re currently focussed on attracting

people from all walks of life interested in being an on-call firefighter.”

Ms Sheely explained that by becoming a firefighter she has had the opportunity to gain many qualifications and skills, such as gaining a truck licence, working at heights certification and road crash rescue certification.

“I have received significant training, which includes online, face-to-face and ongoing learning to ensure that I am prepared for anything,” she said.

“Recruitment closes on Sunday 21 June and I’d encourage anyone who’s over 18 years old and interested in joining our team to come along and have a chat with our firefighters at the upcoming information session.”

q One of the dogs being prepared for a day of koala detection. Photo: supplied
q Local on-call firefighter Deborah Sheely. Photo: supplied.

Evelyn’s life-long recipe

EVELYN Rumble watched her mother serve in the Salvation Army kitchens and made the decision that she would serve others too.

She was seven years old when her mum died but already she was determined to learn to cook, bring people together and see them enjoy eating.

“The kitchen is my favourite place where I can create meals and experiment with flavours,” said Evelyn, who worked as a cooking convenor in her younger days, said.

In April 2013, the Gloucester District Baptist Church seniors’ group started SALT (Seniors At Lunch Together) and Evelyn made a beeline to be part of the cooking team.

Evelyn, 86, stepped down from her role recently but said she had enjoyed every minute of it.

“SALT, which is held the first Monday of each month (except for long weekends when it is held on the

second Monday) has served 135 lunches since the start,” Pam Wenham recounted.

Pam is in charge of the menu and cooking. She added, “Meals at $10 consist of a hot first course and a choice of sweets, with tea and coffee.”

The program begins with hearty old time singing led by Norm Harwood

on the guitar, followed by lunch. There’s a short message and sometimes an amusing yarn by Geoff Harris or some jokes or riddles.

“We are thankful that lunches are well attended and funds raised through SALT can be donated to a charity monthly,” said MC Gordon Hayward.

"My local public high school helped shape my path to success. The inspiring and supportive staff encouraged me to challenge myself and strive for excellence."

Cultural understanding and creative expression

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“Fortunately, I met Stephanie Phoenix, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educator at St Joseph’s School, who enthusiastically agreed to help create an event tailored for the small schools in the area.”

St Joseph’s School, along with Krambach, Barrington, Stroud Road, and Stratford Public Schools, all agreed to support the event, held on Wednesday, 3 June at Gloucester Recreation Centre.

Students engaged in five interactive activities designed to deepen cultural understanding and spark creative expression through art making.

“It was inspiring to witness students from different schools come together, fully immersed in each activity,” Ms Phoenix remarked.

“Painting of the rocks was my favourite activity,” said Ally Bowden, from Stroud Road Public School.

Mr Lethbridge said that rocks for the workshop were gathered from each school’s

grounds and then cleansed during a traditional smoking ceremony.

“Each student was then invited to create a graphic image that held personal meaning to them,” he said. “After the exhibition, the rocks will be respectfully returned to country.”

Katie Mitchell, the only Year 6 student at Stratford PS, and Henry Tighe, Year 3 from St Joseph’s, both said they enjoyed learning about the animals in the sky.

“I’m going to go out and try to look for them,” Katie said.

“Today was incredibly educational. Creating the

large collaborative artwork was fun and really sparked our creativity,” said Hamish McGregor, of St Joseph’s.

“Events like this expand knowledge by encouraging conversations among students, their peers, and even their families,” Ms Phoenix explained.

“It’s a wonderful example of multi-generational learning.”

All the artworks created during the workshop will be showcased in the Sky Country Cultural Exhibition, held across Gloucester’s two galleries, The Gloucester Gallery and Midtown Gallery, from 18 June.

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q Evelyn eating a lunch she didn’t cook.
q Painted rocks. Photo: Jools Samerski

No more trout fishing until October

populations for future generations of anglers.

Fishing in these waters during this period carries a standard $500 on-the-spot fine, with maximum penalties potentially reaching $22,000.

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NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Director of Aquaculture and Industry Development Ian Lyall said the seasonal closure remained an important conservation measure.

“Each year, the winter closure plays an essential role in safeguarding our trout fisheries,” Mr Lyall said.

“By temporarily closing trout streams and rivers during the spawning season, we help ensure strong, healthy fish populations for recreational anglers to enjoy well into the future."

While trout streams and rivers closed for the winter period, anglers are still able to fish in the state's trout dams.

Mr Lyall reminded fishers that they must carry a current NSW recreational fishing fee receipt when fishing in trout dams during winter.

“A combined bag limit of five fish and a minimum size limit of 25 centimetres apply to trout or salmon in trout dams, except artificial fly and lure-only dams where the bag limit is two,” he said.

NSW DPIRD advised that Fisheries Officers would patrol inland waterways throughout the closure period to ensure fishers complied with regulations.

q Trout fishing in NSW is now closed. Photo: dpi.nsw.gov.au.

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After initially believing the official line that his late mother’s death was an accident, DI Mervin Wilson (Don Gilet, pictured) is closer than ever to the truth in this penultimate chapter of the Caribbean crime drama’s 14th season. Given the go-ahead to reopen the investigation, the detective now has the entire Honoré police department helping out. That is, except new Commissioner Sterling Fox (Trieve Blackwood-Cambridge), who is determined to make his presence known on the island. Just as the team starts to make headway in the case, Sterling pulls rank and throws a spanner in the works.

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SUNDAY

SOCCER WORLD CUP: AUSTRALIA V TÜRKIYE

SBS, 1pm

As the Socceroos kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign in Vancouver this weekend, fans will be relieved to know that they won’t have to set any alarms for the opening match against Türkiye. This is only the third meeting on the pitch for the two nations – and the first since 2004, when the Crescent Stars prevailed in two friendlies. Marking their sixth consecutive FIFA World Cup, Tony Popovic’s Aussie squad will be hoping not only to record a historic first win against Türkiye, but also to build on their impressive Round of 16 run at Qatar 2022. Niav Owens and Claudio Fabiano host SBS’s live, free and exclusive coverage, while David Basheer (pictured) leads the call.

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It’s the elimination that contestants dread: the taste test. Can they keep cool under pressure? Or will they melt down at the prospect of 48 unlabelled ice-cream scoops? One by one, they’ll need to step forward, choose a bowl and correctly identify the flavour to judges Poh Ling Yeow (pictured), Andy Allen, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli. With jackfruit, tomato and onion in the mix, it’s no easy task. The first four chefs to guess incorrectly will land in round two, where they have 75 minutes to cook a dessert using the 48 ingredients found in the first round, and under-bench staples. It will be a bittersweet departure for one of them.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. (Final) Millie Ross sheds light on garden lighting.

8.30 Shetland. (Malv) The team uncovers the sinister truth behind the facility. Astrid Jakobson goes missing.

9.30 Race Around The World. (PG, R) Six filmmakers travel the world.

10.30 Gruen. (PG, R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

11.25 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

12.10 Love Me. (Final, MA15+s, R) 1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.30 Merlin. 11.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains. (PG)

8.30 Record-Breaking Highways.

9.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. (Premiere)

11.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 6. 1.20 The Typist. (Mav, R) 2.25 Rainbow Warrior: Murder In The Pacific. (PG, R) 3.20 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 3.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group B. CAN v BIH.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and the team demonstrate some terrific ideas for the house, garden and the kitchen. 8.00 To Be Advised. 12.00 MOVIE: Deadly Rideshare. (2020, Mav, R) A fashion designer develops a bond with a dangerous fellow passenger during a ride-sharing trip. Taylor Spreitler, Danielle Burgess, Amanda Grace Benitez.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Three contestants go head to head in a test of brain power.

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 15. Dolphins v Sydney Roosters.

9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Lethal Weapon. (1987, Mdlv, R) Two detectives pursue drug traffickers. Mel Gibson.

1.00 Fish Forever. (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+.

6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PGa, R) The team helps a couple in Maroubra.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family.

Noon Pointless. 1.00 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Last Holiday. (1950) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 5. Finals.

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6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Kel attends a conference.

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PGa) Mervin pins down a suspect in his mother’s murder. 8.30 The Hardacres. (PG) Sam and Joe try to prove themselves at the docks. Mary navigates Lady Emma’s plans for a charity party.

10.00 The Capture. (MA15+, R) Rachel is caught up in a deadly conspiracy. 11.00 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) Continuous music programming.

6am Children’s Programs. 2.25pm Mister Maker Around The World. 2.45 Wiggle. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Kangaroo Beach. 4.10 Dino Dex. 5.10 Octonauts. 5.35 Super Monsters. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.25 Abbott Elementary. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean. (PGa)

8.25 The Hunt For The Last Nazis. (Malv, R)

9.55 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

10.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour

Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 7. 12.20 Snowpiercer. (Mv, R)

2.10 The Lost Scrolls Of Vesuvius With Alice Roberts. (PG, R)

3.05 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

4.05 Bamay. (R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group B. QAT v SUI.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) An American nomad is caught with medicines.

8.30 MOVIE: The Equalizer 2. (2018, MA15+v, R) A retired CIA black ops operative is forced back into action when his friend is murdered. Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Ashton Sanders. 11.00 To Be Advised.

12.00 Devils. (MA15+av)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Swimming. Australian Trials. Day 6. Finals. From Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.

9.50 To Be Advised.

12.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) A UN diplomat is targeted by assassins.

1.35 Drive TV Presents. (R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A terrier cross is looking for love.

7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PG) Mary and David need the team’s help to bring their house up to standard so they can move on when they relocate to the mainland. 9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) Follows paramedics as they respond to calls, including a diver trapped underwater by a piece of concrete. 10.30 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) 11.30 Elsbeth. (PGlv, R) A minor royal mysteriously dies. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

SUNDAY, June 14

6.30 Compass.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Race Around The World. (M) The six filmmakers face harsh challenges.

8.30 Ground Up. (Ml) AFL CEO Alistair is in town to help secure a site for the club’s new Training Centre.

9.00 The Capture. (Mv) Carey is further isolated from those around her.

10.00 Death In Paradise. (PGa, R)

11.00 The Hardacres. (PG, R)

12.30 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.00 Movin’ To The Country. (R)

4.30 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 1.50 Kangaroo Beach. 2.25 Mister Maker Around The World. 2.45 Wiggle. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 PJ Masks. 4.25 Little

6am The Movie Show. 7.10 A Room With A View. (1985, PG) 9.15

Delfin. (2019, PG, Spanish) 10.55 Iris. (2001, M) 12.30pm Gosford Park. (2001, M) 3.00 84 Charing Cross Road. (1987, PG) 4.50 The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 6.50 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 8.30 The Big Lebowski. (1998, M) 10.40 Stars At Noon. (2022, MA15+) 1.10am The Tunnel (Part 2) (2001, M) 2.50 Late Programs.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group D. Australia v Turkiye. Replay.

9.30 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Dream Teams. (Mals, R)

10.25 Rock Legends. (PGl, R)

10.55 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. Stage 8. 1.15 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (R)

1.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R)

2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group E. GER v CUW. 5.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. NED v JPN.

VICELAND (31) VICELAND (31)

The Americans. 10.40 The Swiping Game. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group D. Australia v Turkiye. Replay. 1am Creamerie. 2.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Shopping. 8.30 Better

6am The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 7.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 8.40 Monsieur Verdoux. (1947, PG) 10.55 The Take. (2016, M) 12.35pm Nobody Has To Know. (2021, M) 2.30 A Room With A View. (1985, PG) 4.35 Master Cheng: A Spice For Life. (2019, PG) 6.35 Angel And The Badman. (1947, PG) 8.30 Rambo: First Blood Part II. (1985) 10.25 Moonfall. (2022, M) 12.50am Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski.

8.40 7NEWS Spotlight. Focuses on major breaking news events and long-form investigations of national significance.

9.40 24 Hours In Police Custody: Murder In The Woods Pt 1. (Madv, R) A look at the investigation into a murder. 12.00 MOVIE: Sea Of Suspicion. (2021, Masv, R)

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 Shark! (PGhl)

8.15 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 9.15 9News Late.

9.45 The First 48: For Love And Honour/The Dark Side Of Love. (Malv) A West Tulsa man is gunned down.

10.45 American Ripper. (Mav) 11.45 Love Cheats. (Ma) 12.35 Fish Forever. (PGl, R) 1.05 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 CampByMe. (Premiere) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Guest chef is Adriano Zumbo. 8.15 Watson. (Return, PGas) Watson and the fellows spring into action when

MONDAY, June 15

6.00

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.35 Chopped Junior. 10.15 Kids Baking Championship. 11.00 Late Programs.

SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)

8.40 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal)

9.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R)

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 11.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (R)

12.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 1.15 Jia. (PG, R) 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group H. ESP v CPV. 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group G. BEL v EGY.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski. 9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) The LAPD prepares to protect the president. 10.10 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) 11.10 The Agenda Setters. 12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 1.10 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.

6.10am Master

TUESDAY, June 16

6.00

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6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Savage Builds. 9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.50 BattleBots. 10.35 Monsters Of The Deep. 11.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.

SBS World News Late.

Living Black. (R) 11.00 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show. 11.30 The Negotiator. (MA15+a) 12.20 Divided We Stand. (Ml, R)

2.15 Great British Railway Journeys. (R)

4.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group I. FRA v SEN.

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Cheng: A Spice For Life. (2019, PG) 8.10 Angel And The Badman. (1947, PG) 10.00 The Big Lebowski. (1998, MA15+) 12.10pm Hounds. (2023, M, Berber) 1.55 Monsieur Verdoux. (1947, PG) 4.10 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 5.50 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.30 Harold And Maude. (1971, M) 9.10 I Like Movies. (2022, M) 11.00 Like Water For Chocolate. (1992, M, Spanish) 1am Late Programs. 6am Monsieur

Sunrise. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski. 9.10 Doc. (Ma) Richard looks to redeem himself while treating an overworked food delivery worker.

10.10 House Of Wellness. (PG) Insights and experiences that highlight living well. 11.10 The Agenda Setters.

12.10 Happy’s Place. (PGal) 12.40 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R)

Swiping Game. 11.00 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group F. Netherlands v Japan. Replay. 2am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes. 11.30

WEDNESDAY, June 17

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. (R)

8.30 Mysteries Of Sink Holes. (PGa, R)

9.25 Coldwater. (Malsv)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.20 Why Sharks Attack. (Ma, R)

12.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (R)

1.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 2.15 Ran. (Madv, R) 2.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group K. POR v COD. 5.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group L. ENG v CRO.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Final, Malv)

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.

9.30 Unfiltered. (PG) Hosted by  Hamish McLachlan. 10.00 The Agenda Setters. 11.00 Australia: Now And Then. (Madln, R)

12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+av, R) 1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL State of Origin. Game 2. New South Wales v Queensland. 10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match. A post-match wrap-up of Game 2. 11.00 NRL Origin Story. (PGl, R) Looks at the original “Origin” rule.

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

Explore TV Viking. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00

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6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.45 Late Programs.

THURSDAY,

6am Children’s Programs. 10.55 Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Ultimate Vets. 9.05 Animal Park. 9.50 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.35 Amazing Animal Friends. 11.25 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

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6am Castle In The Sky.

(1986, PG) 7.45 Where The Money Is. (2000, PG) 9.20 Princess Caraboo. (1994, PG) 11.05 Harold And Maude. (1971, M) 12.40pm I Like Movies. (2022, M) 2.30 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 4.10 Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 6.00 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982, PG) 7.30 The Graduate. (1967, M) 9.30 Riceboy Sleeps. (2022, M) 11.40 Heroic. (2023, MA15+, Spanish) 1.20am Late Programs.

June 18

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Fortress Britain With Alice Roberts. (PGa, R)

8.30 Saving Yellowstone. (PG)

9.25 A Gentleman In Moscow. (Ma)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 FIFA World Cup 2026: Highlights Show.

11.15 The Boys Who Said No. (MA15+avw, R) 12.15 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PGaw, R) 12.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGa, R) 1.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group A. CZE v RSA. 4.30 Soccer. FIFA World Cup. Group B. SUI v BIH.

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6am Morning Programs. 8.25 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982, PG) 10.00 Shaft. (1971, M) 11.50 Past Lives. (2023, M, Korean) 1.50pm Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind. (1984, PG) 4.00 Where The Money Is. (2000, PG) 5.35 The Man Who Brought Down The White House. (2017, PG) 7.30 One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 10.00 Blood Quantum. (2019, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PGl, R)

8.30 Air Crash Investigations: Crash Landing. (PG)

9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles. (Mdlv, R)

10.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (Malv, R)

11.30 Autopsy USA. (Ma, R)

12.30 Brave New World. (MA15+asv)

1.30 ICU. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

On the Couch

DEAR Jasminda,

MY husband Glenn enjoys making spontaneous arrangements whereas I am someone who needs to plan. An example would be, 'I just had a call from Pete and Jude. They're dropping in sometime today.' He thinks I should be more easy going. What do you think?

Ursula R.

DEAR Ursula,

I’M going to deviate from stereotypical male/female roles,

OPINION & LETTERS

because I'm sure there are many men out there who also need to feel organised before guests arrive, but from my experience, there is usually one person in a couple who runs around like a lunatic, dusting cobwebs, plumping cushions, lighting scented candles, whipping together grazing plates, and ensuring the bathroom is open-heart-surgery sterile.

Then, there's the other party who says, 'Sure Pete, come on over, I think there's a six-pack in the fridge.

We'll rustle up a feed. Hey Ursula, Pete's coming over. Pete, bring Jude. Are your kids home?

We'd love to see them. How are Johnny's tennis lessons going? Maybe we could have a friendly volley in the backyard. Ursula, have you seen my tennis racket?'

This is often thrown on Ursula (or her equivalent) when she' justs emptied the entire contents of the pantry for its annual spring clean, or she's plonked herself on the

lounge to binge on Bridgeton and Pete and Jude are not on her radar.

Now they are. She's wondering if Jude is still lactose-intolerant and whether they'll end up staying the night, which will require changing the sheets in the spare bedroom.

She's wondering if the ladder is handy so she can get to the mezzanine, which is where she last saw the tennis rackets.

She's wondering whether she can throw together a meal, get to the bottle shop, shave her legs and/or feign a migraine.

There is really only one answer here, and that's to have an adult conversation about your different personalities and how you can both adjust to make socialising a pleasure for all those involved (including Pete and Jude, who are certain to sense tension in the air when you aim for Glenn's head during the social game of tennis).

News Of The Area

at bottom. Nosh - 1 Chairo = Cairo (letter h), 2 Madriud = Madrid (letter u), 3 Beinjing = Beijing (letter n), 4 Goslo = Oslo (letter g), 5 Brangkok = Bangkok (letter r), 6 Havanay = Havana
(letter y). I’m hungry!
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By Paul DORIN
Verse of the week
By Lynne MILES Psalm 119: 105 "Thy Word is a lamp unto me feet and a light unto my path."
Carpe diem, Jasminda

Ask the real estate expert... Calling all Dungog and Gloucester families

For many years, open plan living was considered the ultimate in modern home design. Spacious kitchens flowing into dining and living areas became highly sought after by buyers chasing a relaxed and social lifestyle. But recently, buyer preferences have started to shift, with many people now craving a little more separation and functionality within the home. One of the biggest reasons is the rise of remote work. Families are increasingly looking for homes with defined spaces that can double as private offices, study zones or quiet retreats away from household noise and distractions.

Closed or semi-separated rooms also make day-to-day living feel more manageable. In an open plan home, clutter is often on full display, whereas defined spaces allow homeowners to close the door and contain the chaos of busy family life.

Energy efficiency is another growing consideration. Smaller enclosed rooms are generally easier and more affordable to heat and cool than one large open area. Noise control is also important, particularly for families with children or pets. Sound naturally travels more freely in open spaces.

While open plan living still appeals to many buyers, today’s market is showing a stronger appreciation for flexible floorplans that balance openness with privacy and practicality.

Denise

Dear News Of The Area,

I AM writing to ask whether your newspaper might be willing to publish an old family photograph in the hope that members of the community may be able to help identify some of the people pictured.

The photograph is believed to include my husband’s greatgrandfather, Robert Alexander Laurie, who was born in 1878 at Rawdon Vale, Gloucester.

Based on his apparent age in the image, we estimate the photograph was taken when he was between 30 and 40 years old.

We believe this means the photograph may have been taken somewhere between 1908 and 1918, before World War I.

We have reason to believe

the photograph may have been taken in the Dungog district.

Written on the photograph are the names Lin Smith and Dick Abbott, both of which appear to be Dungog family names.

Unfortunately, beyond that, we have very little information about the image, the occasion, or the identities of the other people shown.

As local newspapers are often read by people with long family connections to the area, we are hoping that someone may recognise a face, a family name, a location, or perhaps even have a similar photograph tucked away in a family album.

If you would be willing to publish the photograph, we would be incredibly grateful.

Any information that helps us better understand the people

Sixth-generation cattle breeder takes top honours

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“What sets Jack apart is the respect he has earned from established cattlemen in Australia and overseas,” explained Ms Mills.

“I was very humbled to be nominated, and it is a great honour to win the award,” Mr Laurie told News Of The Area.

Mr Laurie credits the people he works with as one of the main reasons he loves the cattle industry.

“I love the challenges that working with genetics provides, but it’s the incredible people I meet that keeps me passionate about the industry,” he said.

“There’s an old saying about cattle,” Mr Laurie said. “Cattle bring us together, but it’s the people who keep us together.”

In 2019, Laurie founded

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understanding of the beef industry,” Makaylee said.

“Preparing the steers for Beef Week is

Breeder Genetics, a company supplying premium genetics for the Australian cattle production system.

“I’m very interested in reproductive physiology and especially in how genetics can be used to improve health and efficiency within the cattle industry. I’m focused on long-term gains that will deliver consistent breeding benefits for producers,” Mr Laurie said.

Ms Mills highlighted Mr Laurie’s integrity, expertise, and impressive ability to identify opportunities and navigate complex challenges.

NHIA CEO Sara Merckel echoed Ms Mills’s praise.

“Jack represents the future of our industry in the very best way, someone working for benefits across the entire sector,” she said.

identify some of the people in this photograph?

and story behind this image would be greatly appreciated and would help preserve a small piece of local history.

Among Mr Laurie’s notable achievements is a project on Norfolk Island, conducted in partnership with Regional Development Australia Mid North Coast.

“There was a long-standing protein deficiency caused by inbreeding, so my role was to supply semen and embryos to help address this issue and support the Norfolk Island cattle industry,” Mr Laurie explained.

at Beef Week

hard work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding,” said Alicia.

“We usually devote four or five hours each week during free periods and lunch breaks to care

for the steers, but in the lead-up to Beef Week, our commitment intensifies.

“The steers have to be conditioned, clipped, brushed, and washed: it’s almost like giving them a

While Mr Laurie is passionate about the cattle industry, he also has a deep love for the ocean and music.

“I once considered becoming a marine biologist,” Mr Laurie said. “But working in the cattle industry is both interesting and rewarding, offering opportunities to work with outstanding people worldwide.”

full spa treatment,” Alicia said.

Judging at Beef Week involves two main elements: ‘On The Hoof’ and ‘On The Hook.’

Alicia explained that On The Hoof was primarily about “showing off your animal and your skills at handling the animal”.

“On The Hook means the carcase of the steer is judged. Sometimes, a steer might look impressive on the outside but not meet the highest quality standards on the inside,” Makaylee said.

Wingham Beef Week is the only event in NSW that invites students behindthe-scenes at Wingham Beef Export’s processing facility for carcase viewing, assessment, and evaluation.

The Encouragement

Award is also an important aspect of Wingham Beef Week.

More than 400 students from 20 to 30 schools apply for the Encouragement Award each year, making it a highly competitive honour.

Makaylee was nominated by Gloucester High, wrote a letter, and participated in an interview with a panel that assessed her leadership skills and dedication to the school’s show team. Makaylee was placed fourth.

Other highlights from the week included an Honourable Mention in Junior Judging for Lara Taylor and a first-place finish for W18 in the Light Middleweight 2.1 class, On The Hook.

Thank you for considering our request.
Hayley Laurie, Gloucester.
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q Angus Australia Director Erica Halliday, Jack Laurie and NHIA CEO Sara Merckel. Photo: supplied
q Alicia Edwards and Knowla

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Dunn & Howarth win women’s golf

AFTER the heavy rain of the previous week rendered the course unplayable for a short while, the Gloucester Golf Ladies were happy to get out last Wednesday, 3 June, to play their third Monthly Medal for the year. The bright sunshine made it a great day for play, but the heavy conditions were

reflected in the scores, with none of the golfers managing to play to their handicap.

The event was an Individual Stableford and the winner in Division 1 was Karen Howarth, 31 points. Margaret Dunn was the Division 2 winner and her 33 points also won her the Monthly Medal for the best score across the field. The two winners won prizes

generously sponsored by Lorna Taylor, who has not played with the ladies for several years but has continued to support them by sponsoring an event each year.

Balls were won by a trio on 30 points each, Julie Paterson, Carolyn Davies and Susie Higgins. Gai Falla’s 28 earned her the final ball on offer.

The Nearest-to-the-Pin prize on the 4th and 13th holes was won by Karen Howarth, with Dale Rabbett getting the prize for her shot on the 6th and 15th holes.

This Wednesday, 10 June, sees the first round of the Women’s Championship with the second and third rounds to follow on 17 and 24 June.

Gloucester lady bowlers report

QUITE a busy day for the first of our bowls day in Winter, a Final, 2 games in the Minor Singles Championship and 2 games of Social Play. Firstly results of the Thelma Bolton Pairs, Julie Kriss and Cheryl West 24 defeated Ruth Redman and Val Pritchard 13. Congratulations to all who participated in this yearly event which is sponsored by the family of the late Thelma Bolton. Next the 2 games in the Minor Singles Championship, Suzanne Cross 25 defeated Jeanette Mumford 4 and Helen Banks 26 defeated Jill Carson 14. The next round of games are

to be played on Wednesday 17th. Which only leaves the Social Play, one game of Triples with a swinger, Jill Everett, Debbie English and Kerrie Green 13 defeated Jill,

Di Lockwood( back for a visit) and Paula Standen 8. And one game of 3 bowl pairs: the 2 Jenny's, Burley and Stevens 21 defeated Deb Horner and Bev Murray 15. As

next Wednesday 11th is the Annual Open Gala Day, a mixed 4s team event, and the grass rink coming back into play there should be some great bowls on display.

Wisemantel top-scores for medal

THERE was a large field in action on Saturday, 6 June, at

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the Gloucester Golf Course with a big party of golfers from Orange testing the course although that wasn’t enough to keep Darrel Wisemantel from a handy win for the April Monthly Medal.

The event, played in almost ideal conditions, was an Individual Stroke sponsored by Arkwood Organic Recycling.

The winer of the April Medal was Darrel Wisemantel with a net score of 71, a score which also won him the trophy for the top net score in C grade. Daryl’s gross score of 94 was also the best gross score in the grade. In A grade the net win went to

Kyran Laurie for his 75 with the gross win going to Nathan McInnes, 81. In B grade Wayne Maddalena picked up the trophies for net and gross wins with his scores of 73 and 90. Balls were won by Darrel Wisemantel 71, Bill Murray and Wayne Maddalena 73, Kyran Laurie 75 and Nathan McInnes, Chris Murray, Paul Griffiths and Jim Colgan, 76.

The Nearest-to-the-Pin trophies at the 4th and 13th holes were won by Ross Jones in A grade and by Roy Crichton in B grade. At the shorter 6th and 15th holes the three grades were represented by Nathan McInnes, Jim Colgan and Paul Griffiths.

The long drive trophies at

the 8th and 17th holes were won by Chris Murray, Jack Colgan and Brian Ross.

The Super Sevens for the week ending Friday 5 June was won by Dave Mann with a healthy 19 points. Balls were won by Ken Kelly 16, Derek Wand, Peter Markey and Chris Steele 15, Wayne Maddalena 14, and Mark Stone and Peter McIntyre, 13, on a count back.

On Saturday 13 June the Gloucester Golf Club are scheduled to play a Texas Shoot Out sponsored by the Barlow Brothers. The following Saturday, 20 June, there will be an Individual Stableford.

TUESDAY 2 June saw the first round of the Gloucester Veteran Golfers Championships with a fine round from Chris Steele showing the way in a goodsized field in ideal weather conditions.

The day’s event was an Individual Stroke sponsored by Joyce and Roy Crichton and the winner was Chris Steele with a net score of 71. Runner up was Peter Sate, 76, and balls were won by Trevor Sharp, Paul Griffiths and Hugh Torode 77, Ken Kelly 78, Arthur

Poynting 79, and, on a count back from the field, Peter McIntyre 80. The trophy for the player with the least number of putts in their round was Peter McIntyre.

The Nearest-to-the-Pin trophy at the 4th and 13th holes was won by Chris Steele. At the shorter 6th and 15th holes that honour was won by Dale Rabbett and Chris Steele.

On Tuesday 9 June the Veteran Golfers played the second round of their Championships with the third and final round due on 16 June

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q Roy Crichton and Chris Steele.
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q Winners of Thelma Bolton Pairs Julie Kriss and Cheryl West. q Runners Up Ruth Redman and Val Pritchard.
q Margaret Dunn and Karen Howarth.

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WINGHAM Beef Week is an annual community event that celebrates every aspect of the beef industry, bringing together students and industry experts for a week of learning and competition.

The Gloucester High School show team attended the week-long program, which provides a hands-on learning experience of the Australian Beef Industry.

“It’s an intense week for the students,” said Chris Murray, Head of Agriculture. “But it’s also an invaluable chance for them to develop practical skills, build confidence, and learn the language of the beef industry.”

Makaylee Gooch and Alicia Edwards, both Year 11 students, have been dedicated members of the show team since their first year at Gloucester High.

“Attending Wingham Beef Week is an amazing opportunity to deepen our

q The Gloucester High show team. Photo: supplied

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