By John WATTS
THOSE attending the Sydney Royal Easter Show are often blown away by the displays of produce from regional NSW. According to the Royal Agricultural Society, the District Exhibits competition celebrates cropping and horticulture and “agriculture’s place in Australia”.
There are now four regions in the exhibit; Central, Northern, Southern and Western. Gloucester is part of the Central Region, which
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has been awarded first prize with a display based on the theme of “Farmer + Water + TLC = Food and Fibre for Life”.
Gloucester local Bob Tebbet was the designer of this year’s display.
Bob, who has been involved for the past five years, was ably assisted by locals Alison and Jess Kernahan, Betty-Anne Webeck, Garth Rodrom, Jillian
Carson and Claire Reynolds.
“Thanks to these people and the many other Central District people who work tirelessly, we have this year won the Royal Agricultural Society Trophy for Best Display of our produce,” said Bob.
“It was very much a team effort.
“Our message was to show the public that the food we eat and the fibres we wear are provided by the
By John WATTS
IN 2024, the Sydney Youth Orchestra (SYO) performed in Gloucester on its way to a training camp in Armidale.
Its members received such an enthusiastic reception from the audience of all ages that they decided to return for a repeat performance.
The result is a free community concert to be held in the Gloucester High School
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farmers with loving care.”
Planning for the display and sourcing the produce takes the best part of nine months.
It is not only the appearance of the display that is judged – the quality of the produce is also critical.
Bob has been hooked on the Royal Easter Show ever since his parents first took him at the age of five, but he never thought that
Hall on Wednesday 23 April, at 12.30pm.
There will also be an opportunity to meet orchestra members.
Musicians of The Symphonic Wind Orchestra, which is powered by the SYO, will introduce attendees to all the different instruments that create their magnificent sound.
“This interactive event offers a unique opportunity
one day he would be the designer of the winning exhibit.
One of the items in this year’s Central display was a gramma grown by Gloucester eightyear-old Michael Harris.
Weighing 23.3kgs, Michael was delighted when it won the prize for being the heaviest in the show.
The first District Exhibits display was staged in 1876, when show societies from
to discover the distinct voice of each orchestral instrument and hear them come together in glorious harmony,” the SYO says.
“Perfect for music lovers of all ages, this concert promises to be both educational and entertaining.”
Although free, prior registration is necessary to attend the event.
This can be done by going to syo.com.au/gloucester/.
around the state were asked to mount displays of their produce. Each display consists of more than 10,000 pieces of fresh produce, representing the best-of-the-best.
THE Gloucester District Historical Society has again partnered with 104.1FM Bucketts Radio to broadcast a series of stories about the region’s rich history.
Inspired by her late husband Gerald McCalden, Historical Society member Patricia McCalden has written and cowritten some fascinating short stories about Gloucester and its people.
The community radio station will broadcast these stories in a program titled “Stories from the Past”, the first of which aired on Monday.
“Patricia McCalden has just recorded more intriguing stories that are sure to not only inform but also to entertain us,” said the community radio station’s Shayne Holstein.
“Step back in time with stories about people and places of our local area with a new story each week.”
Up first, a new six-part series covers the early health system in Gloucester.
Topics include a history of ambulance service alternatives, private hospitals and the establishment of the public Soldiers Memorial Hospital, working at the “Roma”, and the Spanish Flu.
Following the health series, Patricia will cover Sandy Laurie (the last of the Maudeville Lauries), Meg Brown’s life in the sawmilling industry, and “Carsonville”.
The final story is a two-part series based in and around Copeland.
Part one is titled “A Marriage Breakdown” and Part two is titled “Shootout in Copeland”.
“This has all the hallmarks of a great TV drama except it’s a true story,” Shayne said.
Rod Burrows narrates the new “Stories from the Past” programs and other voices include Annette Burrows, Patricia McCalden and Tony Kingston.
The first program was broadcast on 104.1FM Bucketts Radio on Easter Monday and will be repeated throughout the week.
Broadcast times are as follows: Mondays 7.45am, Wednesdays 6.45pm, Fridays 11.45am and Sundays 9.45am.
MEMBER for Upper Hunter Dave Layzell has called out a “lack of urgency” to address post-mining land use in the electorate following the release of a NSW Parliament report.
A NSW parliamentary inquiry was established on 14 May 2024 to inquire into and report on “beneficial and productive post-mining land use”, with the final report released last Monday.
“As part of this inquiry, the State Development Committee received 77 submissions, two supplementary submissions and held six public hearings – four in the NSW Parliament and two in the Hunter region,” said inquiry chair Emily Suvaal MLC.
“Members also visited current and former mine sites in the Lower and Upper Hunter regions, gaining valuable insight into mine closure challenges and opportunities for land restoration and repurposing.
“These contributions provided a comprehensive understanding of the realities faced by mining communities and reinforced the need for collaborative and innovative solutions.”
The final report offered 13 recommendations and five findings.
Recommendations included that the government “conduct a comprehensive program of reform of current land uses and opportunities for future uses across regions experiencing mining and energy transition” and “consider incentivising post-mining land uses that leverage the reuse of essential infrastructure, such as transmission lines, rail lines, workspaces and utilities, to provide a return on closure expenses, and reduce decommissioning costs and waste”.
Findings included that “regional communities are on the cutting-edge of the postmining transition and that current land-use planning and mineral lease setting are not well-suited to adapt or respond to rapidly changing circumstances”.
Upon reading the report, Mr Layzell did not hold back in his criticism.
“This report gets a 10 out of 10 for statements of the obvious – anyone who has been working with me for almost three years on future options for Upper Hunter
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balls in a bingo-like cage.
A total of 1456 candidates were declared at public events across Australia on 11 April.
Of these, 1126 are contesting 150 lower house positions and 330 are vying for 40 Senate vacancies.
The AEC also revealed that a record 98.2 percent of eligible Australians (18,098,797) are now enrolled to vote, which represents an increase of 870,000 people (five percent) since the 2022 election.
The youth enrolment rate has also increased to 92 percent.
In order of how they will appear on the ballot paper,
the candidates for Lyne are:
1) Tom Ferrier - Lorne Valley (The Greens NSW)
2) Digby Wilson - Taree (Labor)
3) Catherine Charsley (Trumpet of Patriots)
4) Colin Hughes (Pauline Hanson’s One Nation)
5) Alison PenfoldWauchope (Nationals)
6) Jeremy Miller - Old Bar (Independent)
7) David Masters (Family First)
8) Keys Manley (Legalise Cannabis Party)
9) Stephen John BurkeWootton (Australian Citizens Party)
10) Mark HornshawLorne (Libertarian).
mining land will find nothing new in this report,” Mr Layzell said.
“The clock is ticking, there are prospective investors looking at opportunities in the Muswellbrook and Singleton local government areas, but the land required for reuse is no closer to being unlocked.
“I thank the committee for acknowledging that ‘the current regulatory framework is not entirely fit for purpose’ and that ‘it was disheartened to hear of the complexity and uncertainty of the regulatory framework’,” Mr Layzell said.
“But the harsh reality of impending mine closures is that more than 2,000
workers will leave BHP’s Mount Arthur coal mine when operations cease by 2030 – everyday that reality draws one day closer yet the only big, local infrastructure project on the horizon which could utilise some of those skilled workers is the New England Highway bypass of Muswellbrook.”
On Wednesday, Mr Layzell called on Premier Chris Minns to deliver immediate action.
“Premier, the planning approvals that allowed the industrial development of the Upper Hunter coalfields are now out of date and urgently need reform to address the reality now facing the industry as it prepares to exit the region,” Mr Layzell said.
“Coal royalties are currently contributing around $3 billion to the NSW Government’s coffers so help the Upper Hunter prosper now rather than when a
regional rescue package is needed.”
The NSW Government’s response to the report is due on 14 July 2025.
AHEAD of ANZAC Day, Gloucester VIEW Club honoured Australia’s veterans at its April meeting.
Club President Robyn Henderson welcomed 33 members and three guests to the meeting, before minutes, financial statements and reports were tabled. Since 2022 Gloucester
About Lyne
The Lyne electorate is named after Sir Willliam John Lyne (1844-1913) who was involved in the Constitutional Conventions that led to the Commonwealth of Australia.
He also served in the cabinets of Australia’s first Prime Ministers, Edmund Barton and Alfred Deakin.
Lyne takes in the local government areas (LGAs) of Dungog and MidCoast Council and part of Maitland, Port Macquarie-Hastings and Port Stephens council.
It has had only six MPs in the 67 years since its creation - five Nationals and one Independent.
Retiring Nationals MP Dr David Gillespie has held the seat since 2013.
VIEW Club has researched and presented an address at each April meeting to honour the ANZAC tradition.
The address covered the Vietnam War, women at war and the Kokoda campaign.
“This year the ANZAC commemoration, entitled ‘Fact or Fiction; Myth
or Legend?’, once again researched and written by Assistant Secretary Bev Maybury, was ably presented by nine members, ending with the traditional words, ‘Lest We Forget’,” a club spokesperson told NOTA.
In addition, the club’s newsletter editor, Pat
Radford, produced an inspired ANZAC edition as well as cooking and distributing ANZAC biscuits to all in attendance.
The club’s May meeting will be a double celebration as VIEW Australia turns 65 and Gloucester VIEW will be 36 years old.
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This community is my life. I’m running a small business and raising my family here. For 30 years, I’ve worked to improve local health, sports, education and entertainment facilities.
The Nationals have taken us for granted for too long. Poor healthcare and roads, and not enough opportunities for young people in our region. We can’t give them another go.
By Dominic GIANNINI and Tess IKONOMOU, AAP
A LABOR majority is becoming increasingly likely as the prime minister declares he's in for the long haul, but a vast number of voters remain undecided.
Recent polls show Labor gaining momentum, widening the two-party preferred gap and putting a majority government in reach as the coalition campaign falters.
Labor is ahead 54.5 to 45.5 percent according to Roy Morgan polling and 53.5 percent to 46.5 percent in a separate Resolve poll published by the Nine newspapers.
Anthony Albanese insisted his team were not getting ahead of themselves with the 3 May election set to come down to the wire.
"We've got a mountain to climb," he told ABC TV on Tuesday.
"It's about halfway in the campaign today, it's tough to win elections, that's why no prime minister has been re-elected after serving a full term since 2004."
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton squarely positioned himself as the underdog.
"The prime minister's already talking about a third term," Mr Dutton said in reference to comments Mr Albanese made to The Nightly about serving a full second term and seeking a third following questions about his political future.
But it wasn't too late
to turn dire polls around with some 40 percent of Australians remaining undecided, former Scott Morrison media chief turned consultant Andrew Carswell said.
"It's gigantic, the biggest I've ever seen in an election context," he told AAP.
"Everything that we see on the ground in those key electorates, people want to be convinced, they haven't closed themselves to the coalition like they may have done in previous elections.
"They're there to be convinced and what will convince them is the coalition hitting that economic message every single day of the last three weeks."
The third week of the campaign has so far been centred on housing and cost of living, with each party unveiling policies to target first homebuyers and tax relief, targeting younger and outer suburban voters doing it tough.
Labor will help people get into the market by allowing them to secure a mortgage with only a five percent deposit, with the government guaranteeing the extra 15 percent.
The coalition is offering tax-deductible mortgage payments for new builds.
Neither are popular with economists, who argue the policies will only boost demand and drive up housing prices as supply fails to keep up.
Greens MP Max Chandler-
Mather, who is facing a battle to retain his Brisbane-based seat of Griffith, chastised the major parties for pushing ahead despite economists' concerns.
"It's a house fire and it's burning the dreams of a lot of renters and first home buyers," he said.
"What we hope is that we can get into minority parliament, keep Dutton out and push Labor to finally consider changes to negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount."
Labor has ruled out changes to negative gearing or capital gains.
Labor's policy to introduce a $1000 instant tax deduction has also received a mixed reception, with the nation's leading accounting body saying the instant deduction could save workers time, but might mean they miss out on the full refund they are entitled to.
"Taxpayers should be encouraged to take greater responsibility for their finances and tax obligations," CPA Australia's tax lead Jenny Wong said.
"Clicking a few buttons to get a basic deduction may be easy, but it is unlikely to be in the best interests of taxpayers or the economy."
But George Washington University economics professor Steven Hamilton said Labor's proposal would save the tax office and people money, in addition to moving to a system where no one has to itemise.
By Farid FARID, AAP
POLICE in Australia's most populous state have been slammed for regularly entering the private property of former inmates out on bail to conduct compliance checks, without a court order.
A damning report from the NSW Law Enforcement Conduct Commission says police have been stretching their authority and powers by relying on a weak legal principle to conduct bail compliance checks.
an officer's "implied licence" to enter the property.
The state watchdog says that leaves the force open to complaints and claims of trespass if a resident revokes
"Given the intrusive nature of such compliance checks, they should only be undertaken when approved by a court," the commission's
125-page report said.
"In the commission's view, the doctrine of implied licence (if it is available at all) is a vague, weak and cancellable form of authority for the NSW Police Force to undertake bail compliance checks.
"The NSW Police Force should make use of the statutory scheme provided in the Bail Act, which gives police clear powers to assist them in checking compliance with curfew and residence."
The commission argued a "parallel scheme" was effectively being created by police "without scrutiny from the judiciary as to whether enforcement... is reasonable and necessary."
In its submission to the commission, NSW Police said it did not accept the watchdog's view the force has been acting "unreasonably".
Each year, police officers in NSW do more than 100,000 bail compliance checks.
Officers performed
almost 26,000 fewer bail checks in 2023-24 - a drop of 19.7 percent from the previous reporting period, according to the state's crime statistics bureau.
Apprehended domestic violence order checks also dipped by more than 12,000, or 11.2 percent.
Premier Chris Minns has been steadfast in his government maintaining a law and order agenda, with strict bail laws targeting regional youth crime extended last month until 2028, to concern from advocates and law groups.
His government also brought in harsher bail conditions placed on domestic violence offenders in 2024.
The laws were swiftly passed after several highprofile cases plagued the state, including the alleged murder of young Forbes mother Molly Ticehurst by her ex-partner who was out on bail.
By Andrea FERRARI
CONTINENCE Health
Australia is back on the hunt for Australia’s missing public toilets.
Timed for the start of World Continence Week, the Great Dunny Hunt started on Monday, 14 April, and runs until Sunday 11 May.
People are being urged to look for loos and record their location so that every available toilet is registered on the National Public Toilet Map.
The map currently lists more than 24,200 toilets, but Continence Health Australia believes there are many “secret” amenities tucked away in small towns, parks, libraries, service stations, and newly-built community spaces.
With thousands of
Australians relying on easy toilet access, the public is encouraged to help fill in the gaps.
“There are commercial businesses like transport companies, service stations and convenience chains, and shopping centres that have public toilets, and many may be missing from our map,” said Continence Health Australia Chief Executive Jim Cooper.
“We’re calling on the public to share their local knowledge and help us uncover these missing dunnies, making it easier for everyone to find a toilet when they need it.”
The National Public Toilet Map is an important resource for those living with incontinence.
A recent consumer survey found 49 percent
of respondents don’t feel comfortable embarking on long trips without knowing where their first toilet stop will be. Annually, there are over 3.2 million searches for public toilets on the National Public Toilet Map.
Dunny hunters can upload their submissions to continence.org.au/ great-dunny-hunt and visit toiletmap.gov.au for more information.
Continence Health Australia is a not-forprofit organisation that provides information, support and resources for individuals, carers and health professionals.
It is the leading body promoting bladder and bowel control health, incontinence prevention, management, education, awareness, information and advocacy.
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Overindulged on sweet treats this Easter? The state of world politics causing you stress? Reinvigorated for prime time in its ninth season, this wellbeing staple is here to help. Melissa Doyle and Shane Crawford (both pictured) take the reins to present an entertaining show filled with practical tips related to life, health and happiness. Podcaster Yvie Jones, former Socceroo Archie Thompson, ex-AFLW player Abbey Holmes and medical experts Dr Renee Lim and Dr Andrew Rochford are also on hand for candid chats and exciting challenges.
6.25 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 6.55 Governor-General’s Anzac Day Message. 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. 8.30 Sherwood. (Mlv)
9.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (PG, R) 10.00 Hard Quiz. (Final, PG, R) 10.30 Big Boys. (MA15+l, R) 10.55 ABC Late News.
11.10 Father Brown. (PGav, R)
11.55 Mayfair Witches. (Malv, R)
12.40 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
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It’s the end of an era for fans of this homely crime series: after 14 years, star Brenda Blethyn (below) is hanging up her iconic hat (and mack). Fans have the chance to say goodbye with two epic films (catch part two tomorrow at 7.30pm) and an emotional behindthe-scenes special, Pet (Sunday, 9.05pm). In this final season, two high-profile cases land on Vera Stanhope’s desk: the accidental drowning of a former prison inmate in the Tyne, and a cold case being reopened after a 20-yearold conviction was overturned. Lewis star Kevin Whateley guest stars as Gary, the nowretired copper who bungled the case in the first place. It’s a fitting farewell that honours the beloved detective.
TUESDAY
When pairing up on-air talent, TV producers usually only dream of the kind of chemistry
The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald (both pictured). Like siblings who have been needling each other all their lives, the witty millennials effortlessly make quick quips at each other’s expense while breezing through the week’s most bizarre headlines and viral moments. With the international news getting more bonkers by the minute and a federal election just around the corner, Bracewell and McDonald (along with cultural correspondent Mel Tracina) will have plenty of ground to cover when their fifth season kicks off tonight.
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Niagara Falls. (R)
8.30 Last Secrets Of The Great Sphinx Of Giza. (R)
9.30 Scotland’s Scenic Railways. (R)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 A Body That Works. (Mls)
12.00 Between Two Worlds. (Mal, R)
1.50 Agent Hamilton. (MA15+v, R)
3.35 Little Heroes. (PG, R)
4.30 Barkley Manor. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs catches up with Josh Niland.
8.30 House Of Wellness. (Return, PG)
Melissa Doyle, Shane Crawford and a team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates share insights and experiences to highlight living well.
9.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGal, R) Natalie Gruzlewski brings together a group of new farmers on a quest to find true love.
12.50 The Black Donnellys. (Mdsv)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 8. Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs.
9.55 Golden Point. Post-match NRL wrap-up.
10.45 MOVIE: Criminal. (2016, MA15+lv, R) A CIA operative’s consciousness is transferred. Kevin Costner.
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00
6.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer.
6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Airborne: Nature In Our Skies: Flight Path. (Final, PGa) Looks at remarkable journeys through the air. 8.40 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlv, R) Guests include Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Bryan Cranston, Bryce Dallas Howard, Daniel Kaluuya and Kevin Bridges. 11.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.25 The Project. (R) 12.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00
A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Vera. (Return, Ma) Vera confronts a life-affecting change. 9.05 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) UFO spotters are convinced aliens are responsible for the death of a forest ranger.
10.35 Unforgotten. (Final, Ml, R) Jess and Sunny get the truth.
11.20 Boat Story. (Final, MA15+v, R) The final face off with The Tailor ensues. 12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking. 8.10 Chopped Junior. 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.35 Speechless. 9.55 Officially Amazing. 10.25 Dragon Ball Super. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 MOVIE: The New Boy. (2023, Mav, R) An Aboriginal child arrives at a remote monastery. Cate Blanchett. 9.35 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy: Milan. (PGa, R) Stanley Tucci heads to Milan. 10.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
11.25 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
3.50 Bamay. (R) 4.50 Poh & Co. Bitesize. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Americas: The Gulf Coast. (PG) Takes a look at the Gulf Coast.
8.00 MOVIE: Evan Almighty. (2007, G, R) A newly elected US senator’s life is thrown into chaos after God appears and orders him to build an ark. Steve Carell, Morgan Freeman.
10.00 MOVIE: No Hard Feelings. (2023, MA15+lns) A woman tries to help a teenage boy. Jennifer Lawrence.
12.15 The Black Donnellys. (Mdsv)
1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 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 MOVIE: Midway. (2019, Mlw, R) Woody Harrelson. 10.10 MOVIE: The Man With The Iron Heart. (2017, MA15+asv, R) Jason Clarke.
12.20 Young Sheldon. (PGadlsv, R)
12.45 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PGads, R)
1.45 Innovation Nation. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia.
and Michelle have outgrown their
8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Maln, R) A crash results in a broken leg, but paramedics fear the patient may also have spinal cord injuries. 10.30 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) 11.30 FBI. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of
6.25 Federal Election Announcement. (R)
6.30 Compass. (PG)
6.55 Federal Election Announcement. (R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Vera. (Final, Ma)
9.05 Vera, Farewell Pet. (PG)
9.50 MOVIE: My Brother Jack – Part 1. (2001, Mnsv, R)
11.25 The Story Of The Kelly Gang. (R) 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. (Ma, R)
12.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 Gardening Australia. (R)
4.30 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.10pm MOVIE: Thomas And Friends: The Mystery Of Lookout Mountain. (2022) 6.10 Children’s Programs. 6.35 Hey Duggee. 6.40 Kiri And Lou. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Late Programs.
6am Above Us The Waves. Continued. (1955, PG) 6.55 The Lunchbox. (2013, PG, Hindi) 8.55 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 11.00 Decision To Leave. (2022, M, Chinese) 1.35pm The Bridge On The River Kwai. (1957, PG) 4.35 Basmati Blues. (2017, PG) 6.35 Leap Year. (2010, PG) 8.30 The Quick And The Dead. (1995, MA15+) 10.30 Original Sin. (2001, MA15+) 12.40am Silverado. (1985, M) 3.05 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes. (Ma, R) 9.15 The Crusaders: Fortresses Of Faith. (PG, R) A look at Crusader fortresses. 10.15 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. (PGav, R)
11.10 Rebel With A Cause: Tiga Bayles. (PGa, R)
12.10 The Boys Who Said No. 1.15 Hell On Earth: WWII. (Mav, R)
4.10 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.
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6am Swallows And Amazons. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.15 Basmati Blues. (2017, PG) 9.15 Love And Friendship. (2016, PG) 10.55 We’ll Be Young And Beautiful. (2018, M, Italian) 12.35pm Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 2.55 Above Us The Waves. (1955, PG) 4.50 The Wild Duck. (1983, PG) 6.40 An Ideal Husband. (1999, PG) 8.30 Knight Of Cups. (2015, M) 10.40 Dear Thomas. (2021, MA15+) 1.30am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The 1% Club. (PGls)
8.10 7NEWS: The Final Showdown – Leaders’ Debate. The third and final leaders’ debate. 9.10 7NEWS Spotlight.
10.10 Menendez & Menudo: Boys Betrayed: Roy Tells All. (Premiere, MA15+av)
11.20 Autopsy USA. (Ma)
12.20 MOVIE: The Flip Side. (2018, Mls, R)
Home Shopping. (R)
Million Dollar Minute. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Travel Guides. (PGln) 8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.
6.00 The Sunday Project. Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events
Explore. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. (PG, R)
Today Early News.
6.00
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Prague With Michael Portillo. (Premiere)
8.25 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Turkey. (PGas, R)
9.20 Sri Lanka With Alexander Armstrong. (PGalv, R) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Classified. (MA15+v) 11.30 Don’t Leave Me. (MA15+a, R) 1.35 Son Of. (MA15+v, R) 3.10 Paul O’Grady’s Little Heroes. (PG, R) 4.05 Barkley Manor. (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) Mali won’t accept help.
7.30 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGa) Hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski. 9.05 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) A gang killing leads Carlos to new information on his father’s murder. 10.05 Suits L.A. (M) Ted and Stuart’s friendship is tested.
11.05 The Agenda Setters.
12.05 Treadstone. (MA15+av)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
The Floor. (Premiere, PGl)
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Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
Every time I catch up with my friends the conversation always ends up leading to our despair over American politics. I catch up with them to escape negative things and sometimes I now leave feeling worse than when I arrived. What's the answer?
Katie L.
Dear Katie,
It's hard to fathom some of the things going on in the socalled "land of the free".
It can be very easy to get caught up in it, particularly if you take an interest in world affairs and/ or you have a shred of empathy in your body, which is all that would be needed to question the state of play in America at the moment.
Every day there seems to be another story of a policy punishing people in need while the filthy rich get richer (or filthier).
By comparison, regardless of your politician persuasion, Australia appears to be the grown up in the room.
Many people I speak to say that the lucky country feels even luckier and that they feel proud that they are living in a country that respects education, healthcare, community-minded people, a respect for others, laws that protect citizens, and politicians who know that they
are not above the law.
It can be natural to want to let off steam and this is what your friends are doing, but it is important to take part in activities that offer some sort of positive release too.
Perhaps you can suggest that you spend the first 10 minutes of your catch ups discussing American politics if there is a burning desire to do so, but past that point it becomes an out-of-bounds subject until the next time you meet.
You can explain that it is really affecting you and that as much as you love catching up, you feel the subject matter is taking a personal toll.
There may even be other members of your friend group who feel exactly the same way and who have not been game to speak up.
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By John WATTS COMMERCIAL occupants of Gloucester’s
“There
“It
tourists
Crossing the railway line as you arrive in Gloucester from the north, you cannot miss the large, old industrial building.
The Gloucester Co-operative Dairy Company commenced operations on the site in 1917.
The factory went on to produce large amounts of cream and butter and was an important local employer until it closed in 2001.
The old factory sits adjacent to the main railway line with a platform where produce was loaded onto trains to be shipped to market.
The railway line is still intact, although it has been some time since it was used, and there have been suggestions that it could be restored and used to replace the existing station.
The factory consists of several different rooms, such as the cream room; the churn room; the cold room and the boiler room - all in varying states of repair.
Although from the outside many parts of the building appear to be run down, with a few broken windows, parts of the interior have been restored in recent years.
Amendments to Local Environment Plans across NSW in 2023, saw it rezoned as MU1 mixed use, which includes light industry.
It now hosts a landscape company; a high-end joinery company; a motor mechanic; a timber gate business and a bespoke furniture design and manufacturing business.
Ms Sheely noted that other communities have turned similar buildings into drawcards.
“I’ve visited the old butter factory at Bellingen which has been revitalised,” she said.
“It is now a focal point for the community.”
By John WATTS
THIS YEAR marks the 110th anniversary of the Gloucester Rifle Range.
Located on the northern
side of Waukivory Road, just along from the Bucketts Way intersection, it was used “unofficially” for several years before its official opening in 1915.
Steve Pennicuik is the current Rifle Club captain.
He said that in its early years, the army tested new weapons on the range, such as the Lewis and Vickers
machine guns.
The Club now shoots at the range every second Sunday, and the Pistol Club every other Sunday.
There are also regular
By Trudy SCHULTZ
WINTER Competition Week
2 Wrap-Up Saturday, 12th April
Saturday marked the second week of the Local Winter Competition here in Gloucester, and it was another fantastic morning of community sport. With great numbers registered for the season, it’s been wonderful to see so many kids getting involved, building their skills, and most importantly, having fun.
The morning kicked off with plenty of excitement across all age divisions:
Mini Roos - Sponsored by Gloucester Valley Landscape Supplies
Our youngest players— Mini Roos—hit the field with boundless enthusiasm. This stage is all about introducing the game, developing basic skills, and most of all, having fun. It’s been great to see so many smiles and budding talent already shining through!
Division 3 - Sponsored by Kelly+ Partners Chartered
This division focuses on skill growth and learning the fundamental rules of the game, helping players develop their love for soccer. The kids are coming along brilliantly!
Division 2 – Sponsored by Lovey’s Grocers In Division 2, players continue to hone their abilities while gaining a stronger understanding of the game’s structure.
Game 1: Chilli Air & Electrical vs. Gloucester Landscapes
A tight and exciting match! Both teams showed great teamwork, but Chilli Air & Electrical managed to secure the win with a final score of 5–3.
Game 2: Ray White Gloucester vs. Accommodation Gloucester
Another actionpacked game! Ray White Gloucester’s Dakota stood out with a solid effort in goals. Scorers for Ray White were Jayce, Dakota, and Lachlan.
Accommodation
Gloucester’s scorers were Connor, Jack, Jed, and Hudson, helping their team to a strong 7–3 win.
Division 1 - Sponsored by Gloss-Ter Carwash
Even with a few players away, Division 1 delivered a thrilling match on the full-size pitch. The game was evenly matched, with some fantastic team play on display. In the end, Australia Post Gloucester edged out their opponents with a 3–2 win.
A big thank you to all the players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters who make each Saturday such a success. See you all next week for more great football action!
FOOTBALL MIDNORTH COAST COMPETITION
Gloucester Scorpions
Under 11s
The first game of the year...the anticipation... we started in the rain but the kids were keen...with a number of shots stopped by the opposition goalkeeper... we open the scorpions account with one of our
newest members Olsen Landers scoring his first travelling team goal...this opened the gates and Roy Fisher added another before half time..but it wasn't just the goals...the passing and positional play was outstanding..
The second half brought more of the same with the opposition goalie kept busy...a further 4 goals were added, Will Andrews throwing in a pirouette before a great shot found the net..Brock Grusinga even added to the account from the back..
The coach was very proud of the play all over the field working together for the benefit of each other...
Excellent teamwork, passing and effort. Well done team.
Gloucester Scorpions U13s vs. Taree Wildcats
The Gloucester Scorpions U13s made the trip to Taree to face off against the Wildcats in what turned out to be a thrilling and memorable encounter.
By George WISEMANTEL
A FIELD of thirty two bowlers fronted for Thursday social bowls with the excitement of the Easter Bunny arriving proving too much for some players resulting in large margins in most games.
The winners were Mark Groves, Neville Atkins,
Allan Burgess def Kevin Everett, Dennis Bartlett, Rob Cushway 39-15 (20+24) Runners up were Wayne Gibson combining with his Brother Rob and Ben Philpott to def Mike Sheely, Vic Hebblewhite, Harry Cox 35-11 (19+24) Alec Laurie, Terry Davies def Don Mehieloff, Adrian Rovere
27-9 (18+18) Jeff Kelly, Tony Tersteeg (performing for the audience) Paul Sheridan def Stephen Hurworth, Bob Newitt, Michael Way 35-20 (18+15) Chris Pritchard, Nigell Johns def Ian Tull, Mark Blanch 26-12 (18+14) Robert Hayes, Col Beattie, Paul Young def George Wisemantel, Steve Kriss, Jody
gun safety courses for those wishing to obtain a firearm licence with the next one being held on 7 June at the CWA Hall.
An article from November 1915 shows that it took seven years to form the Gloucester Rifle Club, with the range’s eventual opening due to “the energy of Mr J. H. Shedden” who saw that a “man was sent up from Sydney to form the butts.
“They have now been completed at a cost of about £74,” the article read.
“The range is complete in every detail, well-made and built on modern lines.
“A telephone is installed from the butts to the shooting mounds, and four men can be shooting at once.
“At 3.15pm the range will be officially opened by Councillor Shedden.
“The first shot will be fired by Mrs A. B. Hays.
“Everybody is invited, ladies particularly.
“Motor cars and buses will be running to the ground.”
While membership of the club has fluctuated over the years, it was originally
described as a man’s “duty”.
“The Defence Department recognises that rifle clubs play an essential part in the defence of any country, and asks all officials of clubs to do their best to increase membership and to arouse interest in the actual work of training the members to use the rifle to its best advantage,” wrote the then club captain in June 1917 - the middle of World War I.
“Will not the younger men of the district who are already members and those who have yet joined, come along and give up some of the time presently devoted to cricket, tennis, football and other sports for the purpose of learning to shoot?
“Won't you come along and help to make it the success it deserves.
“It is your duty to Australia.”
While no longer considered a “duty”, anyone interested in joining the Club or in registering for a gun safety course can contact Steve Pennicuik on 0427 059 717.
Thompson 27-15 (17+12).
Saturday morning social had a field of twenty five in lovely sunshine with the family affair of Wayne Gibson, Rob Gibson, Penny Gibson taking the honours 34-10 (19+24) over Rob Cushway, Fran Vinas, Deb Cushway.
Runners up were Judy
Sheely, Julie Kriss def Di Pritchard, Terry Davies 1810 (14+8) Adrian Rovere, Dennis Bartlett, Julie Worlsey (swinger) def Tony Tersteeg, Ian Tull, Julie Worlsey 1914 (14+5) Chris Pritchard, Patty West, Cassie Wallis def Mike Sheely, Anne Andrews, Cheryl Tull 15-13 (14+2) Steve Kriss, John Andrews had more wicks than a worn out primas to def George Wisemantel, Robert Hayes
20-19 (13+1).
The number seven pennant sides will be at home on Saturday 26 April for their final game against Taree Leagues and a good win should secure a spot in the play off against the winner of the other section.
The draw is displayed for the mixed pairs so check for your starting date and opponents.
"See You on the Green"
q Bumper crowd of 144 finishers for the Gloucester Parkrun.
By Carolyn DAVIES
THE sun was shining and Easter visitors were in town - to make a bumper crowd of 144 finishers (plus a few more who opted out before the finish line) at Gloucester parkrun 202 on Easter Saturday.
The large crowd meant there was a steady stream of walkers and runners along the path in Gloucester District
Park, next to the rapidly flowing Gloucester River.
The first male finisher was Harlon Taylor in a personal best time of 18.49. There were another 33 finishers who completed personal times, including the first female home - Ebony Taylor in a time of 24.02.
The event was the first ever parkrun for 16 finishers - some even registering on the day - welcome to
parkrun! Another 18 were enjoying their first time at Gloucester parkrun including David Salmon from Canberra, who had already done 273 parkruns before deciding to visit Gloucester parkrun.
Local Don Richardson had reached his 100th milestone run, so quietly that he missed out on the Gloucester parkrun tradition of a cake to celebrate the milestone.
As usual there was a team of volunteers for this community event. Garry Lyford as scanner and Trudie Murray on finish tokens had both put up their hands to volunteer, even knowing it was likely to be a busy event. Rod Eckels was the steady hand of the timekeeperregularly checking in with Trudie that they were in sync with the numbers. Pat Burrows was the tailwalker, guiding the group from behind, as well as picking up cones on the return loop. Elaine Murray jumped in after completing her run to help sort out the tokens, which were quickly piling up after being scanned.
Gloucester parkrun is at 8am every Saturday - so come along and join in the fun of a 5 kilometre walk or run around Gloucester District Park (it's a free event).
By Jack HIGH
16/4/25
ANOTHER very warm morning to play the Semi Final of the Consistency Singles with the following four rinks of ladies competing against each other with the following scores Bev Murray 157 defeating Jill Carson 103 Judy Sheely 152 defeating Ruth Redman 78 Di Pritchard 150 defeating Joy Hurworth130 Bev Germon153 defeating Kerrie Green 117
Congratulations to all Ladies Next week 23rd April will see the Semi Final played between D Pritchard and J Sheely B Germon and B
Murray The winners of these games will play the final on the 30th April
Results of the social Bowls played C Wallace P Cox P Gibson 30 defeated G Dalmulder
J Kriss P Standen 10 One Game of Pairs J Steven V Pritchard 15 defeated J Ridgeway N Relf14 in a very close game
Chocolate winners were Gina Dalmulder Julie Kriss Paula Standen Easter raffle was drawn and the following were the lucky winners of the Easter Baskets
1st Helen banks 2nd Don Mieloff 3rd Ben Phillpott thank you to everyone for your support Don’t forget to get your name up for the Thelma Bolton Pairs to be drawn on 30th April
Get well wishes go to Jenny and Del