Nambucca Valley News Of The Area 12 SEPTEMBER 2025
By Andrew VIVIAN
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Although, some believe the proposal needs more work.
A spokesperson for the Forest Ecology Alliance, one of a number of groups that consistently promote the GKNP said, “While we are filled with joy for the forests of our region and eternally grateful to the government for this wise decision to establish the GKNP, we are devastated that critical koala habitat, including
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immediate moratorium on logging in the area set aside for the Great Koala National Park (GKNP).
The Minns Government’s announcement of the proposed boundary for the GKNP is expected to impact six of the more than 25 timber mills in the region and approximately 300 jobs.
The Premier and Ministers were at pains to point out during Sunday’s announcement that as the party of workers, the Labor Government would ensure that any disadvantaged workers would be looked after.
Assistance includes JobKeeperstyle payments to support workers by covering salaries, and also financial assistance towards business operating costs.
Workers and their families will have immediate free access to mental health, financial and legal counselling services, and training support.
Unions are, at the very least, skeptical.
Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) NSW Secretary Tony Callinan, said the Government's decision represents a betrayal of working families and regional communities that have “sustainably managed these forests for generations”.
"The Industry Advisory Panel, which the Government itself established, recommended 37,000 hectares as a balanced approach that would protect koalas while preserving jobs.
“Instead, the Government has gone nearly five times larger, showing complete disregard for the workers and communities who will pay the price for this decision.”
Alison Rudman, NSW Secretary of the Timber, Furnishing & Textiles Union (TFTU) said, "Every timber worker's pay cheque flows directly into small regional economies.
“Businesses close, schools lose students, health services withdraw, and entire communities wither away.”
Timber NSW is calling on the Premier to “show some compassion by making sure what is left of the industry is sustainable, diverse and
equitable”.
“For example extending the Wood Supply Agreements past the expiry in 2028 so they can invest in new machinery, processing equipment and encourage investment in hardwood plantations,” Chief Executive Maree McCaskill said.
“A sickening by-product of this decision is that by further restricting sustainable native forestry in NSW even more pressure will be applied to the forests of Indonesia,
Malaysia and PNG.” President of Forestry
Australia Dr Michelle Freeman, said the proposal lacks a “science-led plan”.
“By sidelining the complementary role of actively managed state forests, the Government has missed the chance to maximise outcomes for koalas and communities,” she said.
“Science-based, adaptive forest management across all tenures is essential to
q Members of the Timber, Furnishing & Textiles Union hold up signs saying ‘Don’t burn timber jobs. Talk to timber workers’. Photo: TFTU.
koala park’s impact on timber communities
maintaining healthy forests, adapting to climate change, and conserving biodiversity.
“The State Government’s decision risks repeating past mistakes where a shift away from active and adaptive management has led to declines in native species, including koalas.
“Recent research highlights that koala populations in NSW state forests remain high and stable, thanks to thoughtful regulated management.”
A spokesperson at a sawmill affected by the announcement said that without more information, it was too soon to comment.
MPs response
National Party MPs responded negatively to the Labor Government decision.
“Hard-working Dads on the North Coast woke up to the news on Father's Day that
they were out of a job - as Labor's Great Koala National Park completely obliterates the NSW timber industry,” NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders shared.
“Not only will it gut thousands of jobs from the regions, but it will also have a cascading impact on timber mills, contract harvesters and other sectors including construction, mining and energy.”
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said the flowon effects of this decision will “impact thousands of jobs and small businesses”.
“It’s impossible to justify how just $6m will help support not only those impacted businesses, but also grow jobs and investment in the tourism sector.
“With no koala zoo or hospital being attached to the park, tourists have no additional reason to visit.
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“On top of this, the timber required for building the homes we desperately need, power poles, decking, structural timber for bridges, and hardwood timber for pallets used to freight all of our food to the supermarkets, will become harder to source – and this will mean prices will increase across the board.
“The Minns Labor Government will also restrict
recreational use within the park.
“Currently, mountain bikers, four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, horse riders, dirt bikers and campers can use many areas of the State Forests.”
Member for Clarence Richie Williamson is also expecting the flow-on impacts to hit “the whole community”.
“From the small businesses who rely on
forestry workers, to the cost of building homes, to the very real mental health toll on families facing an uncertain future.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp said he had been fighting “this craziness” since it started.
“The Premier must think the CSIRO and DPI scientist Dr Brad Law have no idea, after stating that koalas will be extinct by 2050 without
this GKNP.
“His own government’s drone survey in 2024 showed over 12,000 koalas living in the State Forest assessment area alone, yet they refuse to do a comparative survey in the National Park next door.
“The CSIRO says there are between 175,000 and 750,000 koalas in Australia.
"Doesn’t sound nearly extinct to me.”
q National Party MPs, including leader Dugald Saunders, during a recent meeting with affected mill owners and workers. Photo: Gurmesh Singh, FB.
Park supporters celebrate ‘great conservation decision’
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Newry State Forest (The Bollanolla), Pine Creek State Forest, and Tuckers Nob, has been excluded from the park.
”Had local knowledge been genuinely considered, it would have been clear that these forests and others like them are essential to the survival of koala meta-populations.”
Ashley Love, who is credited with initially proposing the Park, said, “I thought it was a very strong presentation that indicated a firm commitment to the decision.
“It is up there with the other great conservation decisions in NSW.”
Mr Love said some “corrections”
are needed to the GKNP proposal, such as World Heritage nomination, the use of historical plantations on former high value land, and there are some areas that have not been included.
Dr Grahame Douglas from the Coffs Coast branch of the National Parks Association (NPA) told News Of The Area the announcement was “incredibly exciting”.
“The campaign has been going for 15 years, so we welcome the government’s announcement.
“[But] it’s really important that we look after those whose jobs have been affected.”
NPA NSW President Liz Jeremy agrees.
“We should all recognise the
impact of the decision on the forestry industry and the families who rely upon forestry jobs,” she said.
“There’s been a lot of emotional investment in this that has impacted many people.
“NPA fully supports the Government’s proposed transition package, especially measures to increase investment in the establishment of plantations on degraded agricultural lands.”
The Nambucca Valley Conservation Association (NVCA) was one of three local groups that developed the idea of a GKNP on the Coffs Coast more than 13 years ago.
“This welcome decision gives our North Coast koalas
a chance to recover from the devastating impacts of habitat loss from industrial logging and the unprecedented 2019/20 bushfires, and will hopefully stop their predicted trajectory towards extinction,” President Paula Flack said.
The Bob Brown Foundation, the World Wildlife Fund and the Australian Conservation Foundation all issued press releases praising the announcement, but cautioned that more needed to be done to protect threatened species.
Dr Tim Cadman, whose work indicates that plantations can contain native forest and threatened species, also sounded a warning.
“The plantations are some of the best habitats in the park.
“Not including these impacts 10 percent of the koala populationthat’s decimation.
“Expanding the park to the west, as we recommended, will make no difference if the coastal habitat is missing.”
Former Head of the Federal Department of Treasury Dr Ken Henry, who is now with the Australian Climate and Biodiversity Foundation, said, “Public support for the GKNP has been overwhelming throughout regional Australia.
“More than 100 businesses on the Mid North Coast signed a letter demanding the cessation of logging in the region to create the full 176,000 hectares of koala habitat.”
He said that recent polling shows 73 percent of Port Macquarie voters, 70 percent of Coffs Harbour voters, and 64 percent of Oxley voters back the creation of the GKNP.
“This landmark announcement is not just a win for the environment but also for the region’s economy.”
Premier announces GKNP boundaries and immediate moratorium
By Andrew VIVIAN
ELATION, happiness, relief, disappointment, despair and anger were all felt across the Coffs Coast last Sunday 7 September, after the proposed boundaries of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) were announced.
The long-awaited news was delivered by Premier Chris Minns at the Bongil Bongil National Park picnic area, where he was flanked by Minister for Climate Change, Energy, Heritage and the Environment Penny Sharpe; Minister for Agriculture, Regional NSW, and Western NSW Tara Moriarty; and Minister for Small Business, Recovery and the North Coast Janelle Saffin.
The announcement coincided with Threatened Species Day.
Under the proposal, more than 176,000 hectares of state forest will be added to existing national parks to create a 476,000-hectare reserve, one of the largest in NSW.
It will protect more than 12,000 koalas, 36,000 Greater Gliders and the habitat for over 100 other threatened species.
Mr Minns also announced an immediate moratorium on Forestry Corporation logging in the area.
“Faced with the situation that we have virtually unambiguous evidence that koalas will go extinct in the wild, we believe that we were left with no choice,” he said.
“A smaller sized park would be the worst of all worlds. It would have an impact on the industry
and it wouldn’t protect and preserve the threatened species that we want.”
The Premier also announced $6m in community and small business support for the Mid North Coast region and an additional $60 million (on top of $80 million already announced) to establish the park.
Penny Sharpe said the government’s aspirations for the park were high.
“I want [to see] that when
visitors from overseas come here, they go and see the Reef, they go and see Uluru and they come to the Great Koala National Park.”
Ms Sharpe thanked the members of the Industry Panel, the Aboriginal Panel and the Community Panel who were consulted during the process.
She also noted that 100 National Parks and Wildlife Services jobs would be created along with eight Aboriginal ranger positions.
Ms Saffin, who’s also the Member for Lismore, said it was important to work together to ensure no timber workers were left behind by the decision.
“We will be supporting impacted workers, businesses, communities and industry to maximise opportunities as we deliver the Great Koala National Park,” she said.
“I am committed to ensure that our forest workers and small business forest operators are supported economically and emotionally through this change.”
Legislation to establish the
GKNP will have to pass both Houses of Parliament.
Independent MPs Greg Piper (Lake Macquarie), Jacqui Scruby (Pittwater), Michael Regan (Wakehurst) and Alex Greenwich (Sydney) and MLC Sue Higginson all hailed the announcement as a historic breakthrough, a resounding win for wildlife protection, climate action and regional prosperity.
The Premier said he hoped that enough Coalition MPs, who expressed support in the past, will facilitate its passage through the Legislative Council.
q Premier Chris Minns at Sunday’s announcement with Minister for the North Coast Janelle Saffin (left) and Environment Minister Penny Sharpe.
Waterways ‘safe’ but concerns remain
By Andrew VIVIAN
THE NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) says its testing has found that forestry operations in Little Newry State Forest near Valla have not impacted the water quality in nearby rivers and creeks.
The EPA said it undertook three rounds of testing at six locations within the forest and in nearby Oyster and Dalhousie Creeks.
It followed community concerns that forestry activities near two small historical mineral prospecting sites had led to elevated levels of arsenic in the streams within the forest and further downstream in the Oyster Creek estuary.
NSW EPA Director Technical Services Sonya Errington, said arsenic concentrations did not exceed guideline values in any water samples from the forest streams immediately downstream of the harvest areas.
“Arsenic concentrations were below the recreational water quality guideline values in all samples from Oyster Creek
estuary, indicating that they do not pose a risk to people swimming or wading in the creek,” she said.
“There were elevated levels of arsenic in one sediment sample from the forest streams, which shows that historically arsenic has been present in this area long-term and fits with the natural geology of the area.
“We also found arsenic levels at Oyster Creek that exceeded the guideline value for aquatic ecosystem health.”
She said this is not unexpected and in mineralised catchments the aquatic ecosystem typically adapts to the naturally elevated levels of metals in the waterways.
“The catchments in the forest, where more harvesting occurred, had lower levels of arsenic than other waterways we tested, so there are no indications that forestry operations have increased arsenic levels.”
As someone who raised initial concerns, Jodi Armytage is less than satisfied.
She said the EPA test results show toxic Arsenic (V)
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concentrations in Oyster Creek have reached dangerous levels.
According to the Australian Water Quality Guidelines and CSIRO research, approximately 55 percent of marine life will have suffered acute arsenic toxicity.
She said the EPA’s conclusion that logging did not cause this contamination is deeply flawed
because no baseline water tests were conducted before logging began to compare, despite community requests.
Ms Armytage said community sampling has well-documented high levels of arsenic from Little Newry immediately post-logging, and the subsequent flush-outs towards Oyster Creek after heavy rain.
“Despite the severity of the contamination, the EPA has not yet advised whether fish and crabs from Oyster Creek are safe to consume.”
More information about the testing can be found on the EPA website.
q The EPA says logging near waterways has not disturbed arsenic deposits but locals are not convinced.
Photo: De Marko.
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New education option coming to Macksville
By Mick BIRTLES
A TRANSFORMATIVE new education option is coming to Macksville in 2026, with the official endorsement of Gumma Place School - Australia’s first trades-based Special Assistance School.
The school will offer a full Year 9 and 10 curriculum designed specifically for young people who have not thrived in mainstream educational environments.
In its first year, Gumma Place will accommodate 22 students, with plans to expand enrolment to 40 students by 2027.
“At Gumma Place, learning looks different,” the school said in a statement.
“Young people will learn by doing, through practical projects across automotive, metal fabrication, woodwork, agriculture and more.”
The school will be located at the ShoreTrack facility within the Macksville Industrial Estate.
It is part of a wider initiative by ShoreTrack, a community-focused organisation established in 2020 by Jill Ashley and Paul ‘Fatty' Ireland.
Motivated by their deep connections within the region and their direct experience with youth disengagement, Jill and Fatty recognised that traditional education systems were failing a specific group of young people, such as those who are disadvantaged, high-risk, or already disconnected from school and community life.
What started with Jill and Fatty volunteering their time for an entire year,
working with a small group of young people, has since grown into a proven and respected organisation offering tailored support and training.
Gumma Place School continues this grassroots ethos by providing small class sizes, highly targeted support for students, and practical trade-based learning in a real-world environment.
The school’s philosophy is based on the understanding that some students flourish outside the conventional classroom, especially when learning is hands-on and directly linked to future employment opportunities.
This new school builds on ShoreTrack’s existing suite of youth-focused programs.
These include respite support for school students aged 10 to 15, short courses designed in partnership with Regional Industry and Education Partnerships (RIEP), and a handson Certificate II in Rural Operations for school leavers in collaboration with Tocal Agricultural College.
Expressions of interest for Gumma Place School are now open, with more information available at www.gummaplace.org.au or by emailing giinagay@gummaplace.nsw.edu.au.
Members to vote on bank merger
THE Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has given the green light to a proposed merger between Summerland Bank and Regional Australia Bank.
Regional Australia Bank currently operates 39 bank branches across the New England, North West, Central West, Riverina, Mid North Coast and Hunter regions of NSW, whilst Summerland operates 10 branches across the NSW Northern Rivers and South East Queensland.
The two banks first announced their intent to merge in October 2024.
With APRA’s approval now in hand, members will now have the opportunity to vote on the proposal.
David Heine, CEO of Regional Australia Bank,
said the merger enables the two banks to invest in better infrastructure, products and services for customers, while keeping all branches open and retaining all staff.
If the merger goes ahead, the combined bank will manage over $5 billion in assets and serve over 130,000 members across regional NSW.
“This merger confirms our intent to empower all regional Australians through our customer-owned banking services,” Mr Heine said.
“We are committed to investing back into our regions, responsibly and sustainably and remain unwavering in our goal.”
Summerland Bank CEO John Williams said the
merger will help deliver greater benefits to members and local communities.
“This merger means we can do more for our members and communities - investing in better infrastructure, security, and services.”
Both banks will now take the proposal to their members for a vote.
If endorsed by the banks’ members, the merger will take effect from 1 July 2026.
Regional Australia Bank will hold its AGM on 20 November, while Summerland Bank’s AGM is on 19 November.
If members are unable to attend, they can vote by appointing a representative or via a proxy form which must be lodged 48 hours prior to the AGM.
q Gumma Place School will provide highly targeted support for students, and practical trade-based learning in a real-world environment. Photo: supplied.
Scotts Head Arts Prize returns
By Mick BIRTLES
ART, community and creativity collide at this year’s Scotts Head Art Prize, returning to the local arts calendar with expanded prize offerings.
Opening night kicks off at 6pm on Friday 3 October at the Macksville Scotts Head Surf Club.
Entry is free.
The evening promises to be a lively celebration of artistic talent, with a licensed bar and share plates available.
Presented by the
Scotts Head Art and Craft Collective, this not-for-profit community event proudly supports and showcases artists from across the Nambucca Valley and beyond.
With entries open until 19 September, the Art Prize is providing a platform for both emerging and established artists.
This year’s prize pool includes a $500 First Prize, $100 Highly Commended, $300 People’s Choice Award and a new $500 Best in Show award.
The main exhibition runs from Saturday 4 to Monday 6 October from 10am to 4pm daily, also with free entry.
Racecourse to celebrate 50 years since reopening
By Mick BIRTLES
THE running of the Bowraville Cup on Saturday, 20 September holds special significance this year as the Nambucca River Jockey Club celebrates two extraordinary milestones.
The race day will mark the 50th anniversary of the racecourse’s reopening in 1975 and what may well be the 150th anniversary of its original opening.
Racing in Bowraville dates back to the 1870s.
A race book from the first meeting held on 1 October 1874 marked that year as the likely start of the track’s operation.
The course closed sometime before World War Two, before volunteers launched a major community effort to restore the venue in 1974.
Construction of the track and public facilities, including the judge’s tower and running rail, was completed
in September 1975.
The official reopening was marked by the first modern Bowraville Cup on 1 October 1975, attended by approximately 3,000 spectators.
In a fitting tribute to the importance of the event, Council declared a halfday public holiday for the occasion.
The 1975 Bowraville Cup was called by none other than Ken Howard, the legendary race caller renowned for his iconic phrase: “You can bet London to a brick on”.
Retired at the time in Nambucca Heads, Howard returned to the microphone for the love of the track.
The Cup was won by Gay Pistrani, trained by Glen Hodge and ridden by Ray Walker.
Over the years, many celebrated voices have called races at Bowraville, including the recently retired Terry Bailey and the late David Morrow, who fondly recalled
his time on the Nambucca.
Renowned jockeys such as Zac Purton, Glen Colless, and Darren Beadman also graced the Bowraville track in their early careers.
Since 1975, the Club has grown thanks to tireless volunteers and a strong, stable leadership.
At its peak, Bowraville hosted up to 12 meetings a year, and today holds four meetings annually.
The Club owns not only the public race day facilities but also adjoining land with a farmhouse and stable complex, a rarity in NSW.
The Club has a strong tradition of helping other regional clubs, stepping in as administrator for both Coffs Harbour and Kempsey race clubs during challenging periods.
In recognition of these efforts, members Greg Doolan and Perry McNally received the prestigious Simon Nivison Award from Racing NSW Country in 2007.
A once-annual tradition, the Scotts Head Art Prize had been paused in recent years, however returned in 2024 much to the appreciation of the community.
Thanks to the dedication of local artists Kristin Hardiman, Kerrie Swan, and Tracey Bowden, the event is being brought back to life again, better than ever.
“We invite everyone in the district to come join us on the long weekend for a celebration of creativity,” Kristin told News Of The Area. For enquiries and additional information, email scottsheadartandcraft@ gmail.com
q The Nambucca River Jockey Club is celebrating 50 years since the reopening of the racecourse. Photo: supplied.
The Bowraville Racecourse has also become a valued community asset, offering its facilities free of charge to charitable and community groups.
The Club holds the Bellingen Cup annually, hosts a commemorative race in
honour of the late cricketer Phillip Hughes, and even named the Lightning Bend Handicap after a local Group 1 winner.
To honour the hundreds of volunteers who have contributed over the past 50 years, the Club is providing on-course catering for past volunteers during the Cup celebration.
While records of past volunteers are incomplete, the Club warmly invites all former helpers to get in touch via nrjc75@bigpond.com.
Art showcase returns to Nambucca Heads
THE Nambucca Valley Arts Council’s (NVAC) Biennial Art Exhibition returns later this month.
Opening the show on Saturday, 27 September will be David Southgate, a local artist and teacher at NVAC.
“Our judges will be Kristin Hardiman, a very well respected Scotts Head artist, as well as Zeny from Zeny’s Photo Centre who will judge the photography,” said NVAC publicity officer Vicki Willing.
“There will also be a People’s Choice where members of the public can cast their vote.”
With prizes worth over $7,000, NVAC hopes to attract works from artists, craftspeople and photographers living across the Nambucca Valley and beyond.
“In past years we have received up to 400 paintings and photos as well as craft items such as glass items, ceramics, mosaics and sculpture, as well as other handmade objects,” Vicki said.
Works will be displayed in the Stringer Gallery and the Main Hall of the Community and Arts Building in Ridge Street, Nambucca Heads.
“In all there will be 11 sections for different mediums such as oil/acrylic, watercolour, pastel and
drawing, photography and craft as well as miniature paintings and a painting of the Nambucca Valley.”
The showcase will kick off with an opening night on Saturday, 27 September from 7pm.
Entry to the opening night is $10 (children are free), which includes finger food and a voucher for a glass of wine.
The exhibition will run until Monday, 6 October. Entry at all other times is $5.
q Cheryl Mansfield, Briony Magoffin, Leonie Grant, Michael Fieldhouse and Kristin Hardiman are looking forward to the 2025 Scotts Head Art Prize.
q President Celia Ramsay in front of a new mural painted by local artists outside NVAC’s home on Ridge Street.
Fashion parade to celebrate region’s past
HISTORY and humour will take centre stage this Saturday as Mary Boulton’s Pioneer Cottage and Museum presents a unique Fashion Parade, blending garments, storytelling, and live music in a celebration of the Nambucca Valley’s past.
A small selection of textiles from the museum’s collection will be showcased, offering a glimpse into the elegance and creativity of earlier times.
But the heart of the parade lies in its storytelling.
Models will bring to life tales inspired by the Valley’s history, with stories playfully highlighting the community’s rich “water stories” – from riverside humour to local anecdotes passed down through generations.
Set against the heritage backdrop of Mary Boulton’s Pioneer Cottage and gardens, the event is designed to be both engaging and entertaining, inviting the audience to experience history through
fashion, story, and performance.
Adding to the atmosphere, a lively ukulele performance will fill the afternoon with toe-tapping tunes, ensuring the day flows with festive spirit.
“This event is a wonderful way to celebrate our region’s heritage,” said Bettina Dwyer, Publicity Officer.
“It’s not just about the clothes – it’s about the stories, the humour, the music, and the experience of stepping back into another time.”
With fashion, storytelling, live music, and the beautiful setting of Mary Boulton’s Pioneer Cottage, the Fashion Parade promises to be an afternoon of charm, laughter, and nostalgia for all ages.
The Fashion Parade will be held on Saturday, 13 September at Mary Boulton’s Pioneer Cottage and Museum, 38 Gumma Road, Macksville from 1:00pm.
Tickets are $12 (cash only, no EFTPOS), which includes afternoon tea.
New Code of Meeting Practice for local councils
A NEW Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils has been released and will come into effect from 1 January 2026.
All councils will need to adopt a code of meeting practice that contains the mandatory provisions of the updated Model Meeting Code by 31 December 2025.
Key changes to the Model Code of Meeting Practice include:
• Preventing councils from holding private councillor briefing sessions to discuss matters that should be considered in the public domain at committee and council meetings (unless they are confidential);
• Encouraging councils to hold public forums preferably before committee meetings, or if they choose council meetings, to enable community engagement in local matters;
• Expanding the powers of the mayor to remove councillors from meetings for acts of disorder;
• Expanding the powers of the mayor to remove members of the public if they disrupt council meetings;
• Requiring information
considered at closed meetings to be made public after it ceases to be confidential;
• Requiring councils to give reasons when making decisions on planning matters that depart from staff recommendations (as recommended by ICAC);
• Promoting neutrality in the role of the general manager;
• Requiring council and committee meetings to be live streamed to give the community and media access to council decision making, and to require those videos to be public for at least the rest of the council term, or 12 months in the case of a meeting in an election year.
Minister for Local Government
Ron Hoenig said, “These changes should ensure that, in a council chamber or committee meeting, mechanisms are in place to prevent the derailing of meetings and overshadow the important work of local government.
“Under the new code, mayors should be given the power to take immediate action against disorderly councillors.
“This should lessen the need
for councils to resort to the broken code of conduct process and instead address misbehaviour immediately in the council chamber.
“I know not everyone will agree with these changes, but most people in this state would agree action is necessary to improve transparency, increase community confidence and faith in local government.
“They will make councillors more visibly in control of their councils to ensure they – as democratically elected representatives of their communities – drive the vision for their local area.”
The changes to the Meeting Code are part of a broader suite of reforms by the State Government.
A new Code of Conduct for councillors is being finalised as well as associated legislative changes, which will see significant changes to how misconduct is dealt with in local government.
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) President Mayor Phyllis Miller said the sector supported moves to improve probity and process in all spheres of government.
“We acknowledge the intent of the NSW Local Government Minister in his aim to seek to raise the level of respect for councils both in the community and in the chamber,” Mayor Miller said.
“We’ve had the opportunity, along with councils, to provide feedback on the drafting of the
model code and are now working through the details of the Minister’s new code to understand its application in the sector,” she said.
LGNSW last year responded to the Office of Local Government’s (OLG) discussion paper with a submission following extensive consultation with member councils, county councils and joint organisations.
While acknowledging the new code, Mayor Miller said LGNSW remained disappointed with the Minister’s decision to prohibit briefing sessions for elected council representatives.
“Councillors are elected to make informed decisions on behalf of their communities,” she said.
“Briefing sessions are not decision-making forums – they simply ensure councillors are properly equipped with the background and technical information they need before a matter comes to the public chamber.
“These briefings lead to better informed representatives and, ultimately, better decision-making outcomes for communities, but decisions are – and always will be – made transparently in council meetings, in full view of the public.”
q Minister for Local Government Ron Hoenig has released a new Model Code of Meeting Practice for local councils.
THE Premier and Minister for Regional NSW will convene an advisory group to address the challenges faced by people living and working in regional, rural and remote areas of the state.
Announced at the 2025 Bush Summit, the NSW Premier’s “Rural, Remote & Regional Advisory Council” (PRRRAC) will meet twice annually with Premier Chris Minns and Minister Tara Moriarty.
The first council meeting is set to take place this year and will bring together representatives from across the regions to provide direct advice and insights on issues impacting their communities, from essential services and key infrastructure to biosecurity.
An invitation has been extended to NSW Country Mayor’s Association Chair Rick Firman, the Chair of NSW Regional Cities, and representatives from the Local Land Services, Country Women’s Association, regional health
A focus on heart health Regional advisory group launched
By Mick BIRTLES
Nambucca Valley welcomed a packed house for a health presentation at the Nambucca Arts Centre.
U3A members and guests gathered for an engaging and educational session led by Virginia Joyce, a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cardiopulmonary Chronic Care from Macksville Hospital.
Assisted by Shannon Marr, Virginia delivered a comprehensive on heart health, explaining the heart’s vital functions, the importance of diet and exercise, and procedures available for those that experience heart failure.
Attendees were provided with helpful handouts and stayed engaged throughout the session, which concluded with a lively Q&A.
An afternoon tea followed the presentation, giving participants time to chat and reflect on the information shared.
and education sectors, Indigenous councils, and business communities.
“We want to work with regional communities to find solutions that really meet their needs and will make a difference,” Premier Minns said.
“We are committed to delivering regional communities their fair share and this group means we can ensure our responses are targeted, effective and inline with the realities of regional life.”
Chair of the Country Mayors Association and Mayor of Temora, Rick Firman said “only positive things can come from this initiative”.
“Premier Minns was receptive to the proposal when we put this to him personally,” he said.
“We will share the challenges with suggested solutions, we will have government policy proposals bounced off us and give genuine feedback and we will also share the countless inspiring initiatives that occur in our cherished rural, remote
and regional communities which may be replicated across our great state.”
The Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW President Tanya Jolly said the advisory panel is a “step in the right direction”.
“We welcome the chance to be part of this group to put forward the issues our members are telling us are impacting their communities and the quality of life of residents in those areas,” she said.
“But it needs to be more than just words – we have to see the insights this group is providing be taken forward by the NSW Government and acted on.
“And the issues from our perspective are very clear.”
Ms Jolly said the CWA would be highlighting the declining level of health services in many areas, land use and planning regulations, lack of affordable housing and the state of telecommunications.
q Virginia Joyce, a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cardiopulmonary Chronic Care from Macksville Hospital delivers the presentation to U3A Nambucca Valley members. Photo: supplied.
The success of the event has set the stage for the next health presentation scheduled for Wednesday 17 September at 2pm, once again at the Nambucca Arts Centre.
This time, the focus will shift to women’s health, with clinical nurse Annette Heather as guest speaker.
Warm welcome for pastor
By Mick BIRTLES
A SPIRIT of celebration filled the Nambucca Heads Uniting Church on Sunday 31 August, as more than 50 people gathered for the official commissioning of Pastor Filikesa Kamotu.
He steps into a dual role, leading the local church congregation and serving as a Chaplain with Uniting Pacifica.
The service brought together churchgoers of the Nambucca Valley and beyond, including many parishioners who made the journey from Parramatta, where Pastor Filikesa previously served.
Pastor Filikesa takes over from Rev. Joanne Smalbil, who recently retired after three and a half years of faithful service.
Under her leadership, a strong collaboration was built between Uniting and the local congregation, a legacy Pastor Filikesa is committed to continuing and strengthening.
members
“What we hear often is that so many country residents feel like they’re not being listened to by government and their concerns are being relegated to the ‘too hard’ basket.
“In 2025 our regions deserve better, and the people who live there should be able to expect reasonable access to quality services, and workable infrastructure,” Ms Jolly said.
Four days of dancing
LET’S Dance Nambucca will host four days of rock and roll events at Nambucca Heads RSL Club from 1821 September.
Free events include a social meet and greet dance night on Thursday, 18 September.
“Come along and join us at 6pm to socialise, followed by music and a little teaching from Let's Dance Rock and Roll from 7-9pm,” Brian said.
A sold out charity night in aid of Macksville Hospital follows on the Friday night, featuring entertainment by 1950s-60s rock and roll band Robbie Urquhart and the Rewinders.
One key feature of the weekend is a Show and Shine on the Saturday morning, featuring all manner of classic and vintage cars and motorbikes.
“Come and see the pride and joys of motoring enthusiasts from local and surrounding areas on Saturday morning (September 20) in the RSL Club carpark,” said organiser Brian Dwyer.
Alongside the pastor’s wife Lisa and daughter Nichole, special guests at the commissioning included Mid-North Coast Presbytery Chairperson Stephen Nicholson, Uniting Chaplaincy Lead Rob Atherton, Forest Chaplain Rev. Jason John, and Madalin Parish from the MidNorth Coast Presbytery Standing Committee.
Also in attendance was the departing Rev. Smalbil, who was warmly acknowledged for her outstanding leadership and dedication to the Nambucca Heads community.
A key feature of the commissioning was singing, performed largely by visiting members of Sydney's Pacific Islands community.
“Expectations are that there will be plenty of variety in vehicles on display for your viewing.
“For anyone interested in participating, there is no need to be a member of a car or bike club, just bring your classic or muscle vehicle to the carpark around 10.00am and join other likeminded enthusiasts.”
The free activities continue on Saturday afternoon from 1-4pm, with entertainer Stevie B sharing a concert of ‘50s and ‘60s classics.
Experienced rock and rollers the Rave On band will take the stage on Saturday night, however this event has sold out.
Closing out the weekend on Sunday from 1-4pm is another free concert from Chris Anthony.
“Chris is a very talented and popular artist who knows how to keep you on the floor for the finale of the weekend,” Brian said.
“So come along and finish up the weekend with the best of the ‘50s and ‘60s music.”
q CWA of NSW President Tanya Jolly said the advisory panel is a ‘step in the right direction’.
“The singing was absolutely beautiful and brought a tear to the eye, I hope we have more of it at the Uniting Church,” a member of the congregation told News Of The Area.
q The newly commissioned Pastor Filikesa Kamotu with his predecessor Rev. Joanne Smalbil. Photo: supplied.
q Visiting
of Sydney's Fijian community led the singing at the commissioning of Pastor Filikesa. Photo: supplied.
THE U3A
Sea Eagles and Roosters win premierships
By Aiden BURGESS
THE Macksville Sea Eagles and Nambucca Roosters have both won premierships with victories in Group 2 Rugby League’s grand finals at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.
The Macksville Sea Eagles won the reserve grade premiership, defeating the minor premiers Woolgoolga Seahorses 26-10.
It was redemption for the Sea Eagles side after losing last year’s grand final in golden point.
The Nambucca Roosters won the club’s first women’s premiership, triumphing 12-10 against minor premiers the
Woolgoolga Seahorses.
The Macksville Sea Eagles
Under 18s capped off a terrific season in which they lost just once with a premiership victory.
The Sea Eagles had a 36-20 win against the Grafton Ghosts.
Group 2 Rugby League award winners
First grade
Best and fairest: Jake Elphick (Woolgoolga Seahorses).
Most points: Mikaere Beattie (Sawtell Panthers).
Top tryscorer: Logan Jones (Nambucca Roosters), Samuel Shields (Macksville Sea Eagles). Reserve grade
Best and fairest: Dylan Lewis (Grafton Ghosts).
Most points: Tyler Murden (Woolgoolga Seahorses).
Top tryscorer: Dylan Lewis (Grafton Ghosts).
Women’s
Best and fairest: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Most points: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Top tryscorer: Mikailah Piggott (Grafton Ghosts).
Under 18s
Best and fairest: Koby Toomey (Macksville Sea Eagles).
Most points: Koopah Walters (Grafton Ghosts).
Top tryscorer: Kalem Blair (Sawtell Panthers).
Club championship: Woolgoolga Seahorses.
Macksville Country Club Golf
By Max TURNER
A BIG week of golf culminated with the four person Ambrose (“Clarke Day”) sponsored by Allan Clarke.
q Curtis Ellis, Ron McDonald, Neil and Ali Cuneen.
Over 70 players registered for this teams event
Winners on the day were Dale Brunsdon’s team including Jack Grant, Jake and Allan Clarke.
Runners up were the team of Beau Lavender, Jim Wilkes ,Tim Wilkes and Peter Lambert.
Longest drives went to
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
By Ashton HERBERT
AN INVADER from a Greg Norman-designed new golf course near Ipswich in Queensland upset the Nambucca locals more than a stroke round by winning the A Grade Monthly Medal.
Malcolm Clark (10 handicap) carded a 68 nett in the Nambucca Liquorsponsored slog where every shot counted on Saturday, 6 September at The Island course.
Clark came a duster on the 9th with a triple so expect he got a good whiff of NSW mangrove.
Runner-up in the canplay, can't-smile division of whinging perfectionists was Ashton Herbert (3) who birdied 13, 14, 15 and went a shake on 16 in a withering homeward nine of one under.
Bryce McCarroll (4) took the gross with 77 off the stick.
Peter Ryan (18) had a very good 67 nett to win B
Grade after the near fatal error of parring the first. He followed with triple, double, triple before steadying to head home Stephen McNeil (16) on 70.
Pennants gun Garry Johnstone (15) won the gross with 86.
Peter Klem-Goode had the best nett of the day with 66 to grab the C Grade medal by a shot from the inform emerging talent Elijah Cooper (27).
Philip Woodgate took the gross with 89.
New member Christopher 'George' Marshall (4) has joined from Armidale and was eyeing the par three spot prizes like an abandoned bucket of dirty bird nuggets.
George took the nearest the pin on 5 (22cm), the $75 Pro Pin on 18 and the Pizza This Pizza That voucher on 13.
Dom Lambie broke the tonne in his round of 99 and drained the putt from afar for the Ecomist prize on the 1st.
James McIlveen was closest on 7, Peter Moxon on 8 and Ross Donnelly on 15.
McCarroll was at the prize table again on Thursday, 4 September, with 40 points to win Div 1 of the Ecomist medley stableford, on countback from head greenkeeper Greg Jager (12).
Urpo Ylinen (21) went Defcon 5 with a blistering 42 points to smash Div 2 from Yamba's Justin Henwood (15) who had an excellent 41 points.
McCarroll took the pins 5 and 8, Edward Beaton on 7, and Rodney Kinnear on 15. Andrew Donovan scored the Pro Pin on 18 and the popular Steve Frost has a pizza to look forward to after banging it close on 13.
Robyn Jones (34 - no more) whaled the women's single stableford on Wednesday, 3 September, with a get-outta-here 48 points in Div 2.
That's a tally often enough to win a fourball,
with back-up, and Jones' round included four pars and a bird on the last if you don't mind.
Runner-up was Debra Gersbach (26) with an outstanding 40 points.
In Div 1, Glenys Thompson (16) had 37 stellar points to edge home Kerrie Eichorn (11) on 36.
Eichorn nailed the pins on 8 and 13, Jones also on 8, and Jenny Thorne has $26 in the purse to ponder after the Pro Pin on 18.
The Island Sunday fourball on 7 September saw the McGoldricks, Kay and Malcolm, combine for 44 points for the W, from Narelle Delaney and Urpo Ylinen on 42.
Catchya on The Island, where you'll find great grub, cold tap beer and tables of experts on all things from golf and NRL through to horse racing.
Jack Grant and Beau Lavender with straight shooter Ali Cuneen getting the nearest the pin.
Visitors from Nambucca Heads T Herbert and A Herbert were winner and runner up respectively of the Mid Week Competition.
The ladies Stableford on Tuesday was won by Cheryl Fortescue with Desma Hughes runner up.
Jo Montague finished in front in the Chook Run with Roy Rudner runner up.
Nambucca Heads Bowls Report
By Charlie POTTER
A WEEK of good attendances!
Wed Sept 3. 28 players for our Selected Triples. The days winners were a pairs game of Nerida Blackford and Neil Duffus. Wayne Dargan, Doug Cedelland and Peter Fredericks were second and Stuart Thorne, Ken Brown and Chris D'Elboux third. The Lucky Losers were Danny Curran and Stu Garvey.
Debbie Mann won the Lucky Bowler but failed to win the Jackpot of $180.
Fri Sept 5 drew 70 entries and Roger McGuigan, Alan Shearer and Col Crawford won the day. Jai McAuliffe, John Morgan and Chris D'Elboux ran second and Hoggy, Mitch and Peter MacRitchie were third. Frank Ronan, Ken Summerville and Urky took out the Lucky Losers. Doug Cedelland missed the Jackpot of $240.
A show of hands to decide on 2 or 3 bowls Championships
was won decisively in favour of the existing 2 -bowls.
Sun. Sept 7. 22 players for Social Bowls and Kate ?, Hans ? and Graeme Porter were the winners from Frank Matthews, Kim Porter and Mel Legend. Debbie Mann won or lost the Jackpot. The result wasn't recorded.
The Trisleys Twilight Turn-Around Triples, and how's that for alliteration, starting Thurs Oct 16 at 6.15pm, has two spots left. It runs through to Nov 27 with a week off for the Pots of Gold. All single entries and each player will play in all three positions over the 6 weeks. And we greatly appreciate the sponsorship by Trisleys Betta Home Living, Macksville.
This Saturday and Sunday sees the 1st and 2nd rounds of the Club major pairs which should provide some excellent entertainment for those inclined to come and watch.
q The Nambucca Roosters women celebrate their premiership win.
q The Macksville Sea Eagles reserve grade side celebrate their premiership win.
q The Macksville Sea Eagles Under 18s celebrate their premiership win.
Nambucca Squash serves up doubles hit
By David WIGLEY
NAMBUCCA Squash served up a winner with its recent doubles night, drawing in locals and players from further afield for a lively hitout.
Line One clashes produced rapid-fire rallies and plenty of nick-finding brilliance, while the mixed doubles proved just as popular, with players of all ages lapping up the carnival atmosphere.
Former national coach
Group 2 junior teams win premierships
By Aiden BURGESS
GROUP 2 Junior Rugby League teams have won premierships during their big grand final day at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.
The Sawtell Panthers were the most successful club this season winning three premierships, while the Coffs Harbour Comets and Smithtown Tigers won two premierships each.
The Sawtell Panthers Under 16s edged out the
Nambucca Valley Tigers 24-22 to win this season’s premiership.
The Sawtell Panthers won the inaugural Under 16s Girls Tackle premiership, triumphing in dominant fashion against the Bowraville Tigers with a 40-10 victory.
The Sawtell Panthers also won the inaugural Under 14s Girls Tackle competition, winning the first premiership with an 18-10 victory against the Bowraville Tigers.
The Coffs Harbour Comets
Under 14s capped off a magnificent undefeated season with a premiership win, triumphing 40-18 against the Kempsey Dragons.
The Coffs Harbour Comets won the League Tag title defeating Sawtell Panthers Red by 40-8.
The Smithtown Tigers won the Under 15s premiership, defeating the Bowraville Tigers by 18-10.
The Smithtown Tigers won the Under 13s premiership, defeating the Coffs Harbour Comets by 20-14.
The Tigers became the first team to beat the Comets this season.
and Nambucca local Grant Gough hailed the evening a triumph.
“All players had a great time and we even shared supper together afterwards,” Gough said.
“Doubles is all about having fun and meeting new people while still getting a good workout.
“There used to be squash courts on every street corner and with squash joining the Olympics in 2028, we want to bolster our numbers here at Nambucca.
“Most people have picked up a racquet at some point, at school or just for a hit with mates.
“We’d love to see them dust them off and get back on court.”
The club, based at Nambucca Heads Golf Club, runs social nights every Thursday and graded competitions on Wednesdays.
Juniors are also making their mark, with Gough eyeing the next generation of local talent.
“We’ve got some promising youngsters coming through but there’s always room for more,” he said.
“Our next comp kicks off in September and we’ll run another doubles night next term.
“For anyone keen to join in, check out our Facebook page and dust down that racquet.”
Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News
By Barbara MARANIK
RESULTS for Week ending 7th September 2025
Monday 1st September 2025
1st Scott Parker & Peter Plunkett-Cole 57%, 2nd Susie Keur & Les Sinclair 56%, 3rd Lynne & John Slade 54%
Tuesday 2nd September 2025
1st Amber Fox & Carol McKee 62%, 2nd Maureen Cowan & Barb Maranik 60%, 3rd Louise & Gary Walton 55%
Thursday 4th
September 2025
1st Mike Siford & Colin Tolley 72%, 2nd Ali & Neil Tupper 61%, 3rd Michael Finucane & Linda Siford 57%
Saturday 6th September 2025 1st Ali & Neil Tupper 63%, 2nd Maureen Cowan & Barb Maranik 59%, 3rd Mike & Linda Siford 54%
Nambucca Roosters win back-to-back premierships
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first two minutes.
The first 40 minutes was slogged out in arguably one of the toughest halves of football the Group had seen this season.
It was the Roosters who had the majority of possession and, for the most part, were able to keep their opponents in the danger zone.
The Panthers defensive game was superb however and thwarted every attempt by the Nambucca attack to cross the line and build points.
The first half ground down with both sides feeling the pinch by the final 10 minutes, with injuries and penalties slowing the pace.
A penalty in front of the posts, dispatched by Mikaere Beattie, gave Sawtell the opening points and a 2-0 lead, which they maintained until the half-time break.
The second half exploded with the same intensity as the first, with Nambucca’s Beau Langford finding a gap on the left edge after some slick interplay to give his side a 4-2 lead within the first two minutes.
Minutes later a stripping penalty against Sawtell in prime position allowed Nambucca talisman Tyronne Roberts-Davis to cross the tryline, extending his side’s lead to 8-2.
The Panthers soon regrouped and regained their defensive composure, however possession still favoured the Roosters.
Several line breaks got the Panthers faithful to their feet, however handling errors and desperate defence thwarted their efforts.
Sixteen minutes into the half, Nambucca’s Jay Melrose - covered in Sawtell defenders - was able to get the ball over the tryline once more, before Roberts-Davis kicked the conversion and the last points of the game.
The standard displayed by both teams on Sunday spoke volumes about the quality of football being played in Group 2.
Also highlighted was the rugby league excellence coming out of the Nambucca Valley, with all four of Sunday’s grand finals won by either the Macksville Sea Eagles or the Nambucca Roosters.
q Nambucca Roosters’ Khan Jarrett is met by Sawtell’s Luke Hetherington.
q Sawtell’s Tyke Kemp catches Nambucca’s Damien Carriage during Sunday's Group 2 Grand Final.
q The Nambucca Roosters’ Jay Melrose eyes the tryline.
q Nambucca Squash Club players enjoying a night of social doubles.
By Manny WOOD
Superannuation payment traps
WENDY makes enquiries with her superannuation fund regarding the payment of her funds in the event that she unexpectedly passes away.
Wendy is advised that because she is not in a relationship and has no children, that she should execute a non-binding death benefit nomination.
She also has the option of making a binding nomination and the nominations can either be lapsing or non-lapsing.
The superannuation fund emails a blank form to Wendy.
The form allows her to nominate beneficiaries by name or nominate her “legal personal representative”.
The form states that her beneficiaries must be “dependents”.
Wendy simply wishes to nominate her mother as the recipient of her superannuation but finds the process incredibly confusing.
Nonetheless, Wendy writes her mother’s name on the form and submits it to her superannuation fund.
In a tragic turn of events, Wendy is involved in a fatal car accident several years later.
Wendy’s mother subsequently approaches the superannuation fund and requests the release of the funds to her.
Wendy’s death benefit includes a life insurance component, making the payment larger than she anticipated.
The superannuation fund advises that because the nomination was “non-binding”, they have the discretion to decide how the superannuation is to be paid.
The superannuation fund decides to pay half of the proceeds to Wendy’s father because her mother and father are both “next of kin”.
Wendy’s mother appeals the decision to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) on the basis that Wendy had clearly indicated her wishes, in writing, in the form that was provided to her by her superannuation fund and in circumstances where she had had nothing to do with her father for many years.
The appeal process takes three years.
Ultimately, AFCA overturns the Superfund’s decision and orders the payment of the whole of Wendy’s superannuation to her mother.
This case is a reminder that properly dealing with your superannuation is an important part of estate planning and given the complexities involved, it is important to get the proper advice.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Album review: ‘Ripples’
by Dianne Coombes
By Mick BIRTLES
THE rapid rise in the popularity of country music has new audiences of those in their 20s and 30s lapping it up in their millions.
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Represent the whole electorate
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE recent letter from Michael Kemp MP exemplifies why so many people have lost faith with the major political parties in Australia, particularly the LNP.
It seems Mr Kemp is relying on the politics of grievance as his main argument as he seeks to divide our society into us and them.
He seems oblivious to the contradictions of his insults.
Unions are made up of working people.
Western Sydney is made up of Australian citizens.
Mining has a far greater environmental impact than forestry, oh, but mining isn’t the problem either.
It is all Labor’s fault!
Many of the residents of the seat of Oxley have moved and/or retired here from working lives in the city.
Does he hope to gain votes by insultingly calling them inner-city elites or protesters that contribute little to society?
We may live in regional Australia but that does not mean that we are ignorant of either regional or innercity issues.
With regards to the timber industry, which seems to have sparked his vitriolic spray, the hardwood division of Forestry Corporation runs at a loss.
Why should we, taxpayers,
Folk artists like Kentucky’s massively popular Tyler Childers have rolled the dice and taken their sound right back to country’s traditional roots and young audiences can’t get enough.
Enter a new album by the Nambucca Valley-based singer/ songwriter Dianne Coombes.
On ‘Ripples’ Coombes delivers 10 cleverly crafted tracks that are somehow traditional and contemporary country all at once.
While her sound pays homage to the Middle American birthplace of the genre, it balances beautifully somewhere between Nashville and Narrabri and her lyrics are a poetic journey along familiar places and feelings that Aussie audiences will love.
The singles from ‘Ripples’ released ahead of the album have had phenomenal chart success, with the homage to her home town of Macksville, a song called ‘Small Town With a Big Heart’, already spending 21 weeks in the Australian Country Songs Top 40 Airplay Charts, much of that time at Number One.
A hallmark of this album is that each song is markedly different from the other, holding the listener’s
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
My new girlfriend chats incessantly as soon as she wakes.
I prefer to ease into the day.
How can I get our morning routines in sync?
Dear Karl,
subsidise this industry to clear fell our forests and diminish our environment?
The Great Koala National Park is a great move forward that will benefit our region.
It has come about due to the hard work and support of many people, ranging from activists, protesters, politicians, the Labor Party, environmentalists, and many, many ordinary people who would like to preserve, rather than exploit, nature.
Changes in society have almost always been started by activists who are motivated to act against injustice.
Action is almost always opposed by governments who do not like to upset the status quo.
But, as the saying goes, the only thing that is constant is change.
Kudos to the NSW Labor Party for listening to the electorate and acting to make the Koala Park a reality.
Mr Kemp needs to be reminded that, as an elected member, he is there to represent all the people in the electorate, even the ones he may disagree with.
To resort to insults and to seek to create divisions in our community is contemptuous.
You need to act in a more civilised manner.
Regards, Peter SOBEY, Valla.
attention from the first track to the last.
The majority of the words and music on ‘Ripples’ were penned by Coombes herself with notable accomplices like Angus Gill, Jon Weisberger, Allan Caswell, Sam Gay and Templeton Thompson lending a hand at various junctures.
Coombes says that her process of writing songs always begins with personal life experience and is like painting a picture of particular times in her life.
The song ‘Ripples on a Pond’, from where the album draws its name, is a beautiful tribute to her late husband Lenny, and has the listener pondering their own legacy and impact on others around them.
‘Heading West Again' is a completely relatable song that eloquently describes the feelings we all get when heading from the coast over the Great Divide and has an addictive melody that will have it winding up on regular playlist rotations.
The song ‘Rocket Science’ is a duet where Coombes is joined by Allan Caswell, resulting in a vocally seamless and lyrically clever offering that suggest these two should work
I like to read the news headlines in silence.
I'm very happy to have a cup of tea delivered, but I don't want to talk about it.
In fact, I'm not really keen for a chat until after my shower, and I certainly don't want to be disturbed during it.
The first 30 minutes can set you up for the rest of the day.
If you kick off with negativity or overstimulation, it can be hard to get your mind and body back into sync.
Karl B.
Perhaps you and your girlfriend can have a discussion about your personal preferences and some non-negotiables.
I'm with you on this one.
My husband's mouth seems to wake up before the rest of him.
From the moment his eyelids flick open, he is wired and ready for action.
The conversation usually starts with some doom-scroll statistics, interspersed with high volume, high rotation Instagram reels that can be anything from a Bob Katter rant to a South Park skit to a solar battery rebate analysis.
For good measure he'll throw in a few conversation starters like, 'the BAS is due today' or 'how could a grandparent pick up the wrong baby?'
At this point my mind has left its dream-like state to instead ponder firstworld disasters, political anomalies and tax evasion strategies.
And I'm not happy about it.
No, I'm more of a 'don't speak to me until my second cup of tea' kind of girl.
I like to Wordle in silence.
Let her know that you are happy to talk, but not while you're still rubbing sleep out of your eyes.
You may even be able to agree on a morning routine.
Your girlfriend could chat with a friend, for example, while you do some yoga stretches.
Or she could join an early-risers walking group while you make breakfast for you both (in a blissful state of silence).
Also, if you and your girlfriend progress to being parents one day, let me warn you that no one can out-talk a toddler first thing in the morning.
They wake up like Everready Bunnies - fully charged and wanting answers.
You will then be grateful that your girlfriend chats incessantly, so she can respond to the rapidfire questions with equal enthusiasm.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
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together more often.
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Musically this album has mass appeal and producer Angus Gill has nailed just what it is that the current market wants to hear.
Recorded in Gill’s studio at Sancrox on the Mid North Coast of NSW, a who’s who of country’s top musicians play on Ripples but at no time does the music get in the way of Coombes’ vocals.
Among those who present their pedal steel talents on this album is the pre-eminent Michel Rose, and both Tony Wray and Tim Crouch appear on banjo with
the latter providing sublime fiddle to a number of tracks. Ripples is a generous collection of life's tales put to velvet vocals and impeccable music that will appeal across genres.
You will find Ripples on Spotify, Blue Shamrock Music and you can reach out to Dianne via Facebook/ Messenger for a CD.
A release party for Ripples will be held at the Warrell Creek Hall on Saturday 20 September from 6:30pm. Bring your own drinks and nibbles, and you are all invited.
Singles
this album by Macksville’s Dianne Coombes are already achieving chart success. Photo: John Elliott.
Mavis Irene Hunter
Passed away on 2nd September, 2025. Aged 99 years
Late of Hunters Road, Yarrahapinni.
Beloved wife of Jack (dec). Dearly loved mother & mother-in-law of Margaret, Lorraine & Wayne, Jim & Kris, Marion & Michael and Elizabeth & Robert (dec) & Curley. Mavis was a devoted nan to 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.
Family and friends attended a funeral service for Mavis at the All Saints Anglican Church, Stuarts Point on Thursday 11th September, 2025 followed by Interment in Kinki Cemetery.
Bernard Laverty Funerals Tel: 6568 1555
PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE AN EXISTING MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION ON EXISTING LATTICE TOWER AT VALLA
1. Optus is proposing to upgrade an existing mobile phone base station on existing lattice tower at Jacksons Road, Valla NSW 2448 (10/-/DP1208425) (S1504 Valla Beach)
2. In summary, this upgrade will comprise of: Removal of four (4) existing panel antennas, Installation of three (3) new antennas on existing and new mounts, Installation of temporary antennas to be used during construction and Installation and relocation of ancillary equipment.
3. We invite you to provide your feedback or request further information by contacting us at: at Wannan Bao, Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065. We will accept submissions until 5pm on Monday, 29 September 2025.
4. For more information, please visit www.rfnsa.com.au/2448001.
1. Optus is proposing to upgrade an
on an existing monopole at 2 Valla Beach Road Valla Beach NSW 2448 (S2381 Valla Beach Town)
2. In summary, this upgrade will comprise of: Removal of three (3) existing panel antennas, Installation of five (5) new antennas, Installation of temporary antennas to be used during construction and Installation and relocation of ancillary equipment.
3. We invite you to provide your feedback or request further information by contacting us at: at Wannan Bao, Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065. We will accept submissions until 5pm on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
4. For more information, please visit www.rfnsa.com.au/2448007.
Public Notices
UTUNGUN Community Hall AGM, Sunday 21 September from 2.00 pm. All welcome.
Say hello to Blue – a sweet, affectionate boy with a heart as big as his smile. At around 8 years old, Blue is a golden oldie who still has plenty of love and life left to share. He’s loyal, gentle, and ready to find a family who’ll give him the second chance he deserves.
Blue is the kind of dog who just wants to be by your side. He’s good with other dogs (with a proper introduction) and has a calm, easy going nature. Though untested with cats and children, a meet and greet will help ensure the right fit. Adoption fee for 2024/2025 is $230 this includes microchipping, vaccination, desexing and Lifetime registration. Please visit Councils website to view the full list of animals available for adoption or lost. For any adoption enquiries please complete the Adoption Enquiry Form on Council’s Website.
BEST ON THE BOX
SATURDAY ATHLETICS
SBS, 9.30pm
Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout (pictured) is one of many talented Aussies with their eyes firmly on the prize as they chase glory at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Fresh off breaking the magical 10-second barrier for the 100m at a low-key school event in Queensland, the 17-year-old will make his long-awaited debut at a senior international event when he competes in his preferred 200m. Legendary commentator Bruce McAvaney is behind the mic once again to call all of the thrilling action.
FRIDAY, September 12
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Take 5. (PGl, R) 10.30 The Pacific. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R)
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Professor T. (Malv) Professor T befriends a vulnerable girl and is convinced she is the key witness to a murder.
9.20 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.10pm PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.
TUESDAY
TALKIN’ ‘BOUT YOUR GEN
TEN, 7.30pm
It’s on for young and (not so) old in this next-gen reboot of the popular comedy quiz. The baby boomers and gen alpha are out of contention here, with generations X, Y and Z duking it out in a pop culture battle for the ages. The hilarious Anne Edmonds (pictured) oversees (and occasionally causes) the mayhem as the trio of teams clash in a series of cheekily titled games and nostalgic trivia rounds sure to have viewers shouting at the screen. Rising star Anisa Nandaula leads the blindly confident “zoomers”, millennial Tommy Little plays it cool as gen Y captain and Dave Hughes ups the X factor for those aged 45-plus. Tuesday’s premiere welcomes Todd McKenney, Carrie Bickmore and Will Gibb to the chaos.
WEDNESDAY THE GILDED AGE
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Curious Traveller. (PG, R) 11.30 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PGav, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point. (R) 2.05 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (PGl, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 SBS50. 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 18. H’lights. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. (PG) 1.30 Border Security: International. (PG,
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 The Good Ship Murder. (PGv)
8.30 Dictator: The Hitler Interviews. (M)
9.25 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Catch Me A Killer. (MA15+as)
11.45 Pray For Blood. (Mal, R)
1.40 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R)
2.30 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R)
3.00 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (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 and Adam Dovile share clever ideas to help save water in the home. 7.30 Football. AFL. First semi-final. Adelaide v Hawthorn. From Adelaide Oval. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews. 11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
11.45 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl, R) The competition heads to Adelaide.
1.20 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
TEN, 8.30pm
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes ventured across the pond for this epic drama following the clash between old and new money in 1880s New York.
The story begins when young Marian Brook (Louisa Jacobson, Meryl Streep’s youngest child) moves to the city after the death of her father to live with her wealthy aunts Agnes van Rhijn (Christine Baranski) and Ada Brook (Cynthia Nixon). In tonight’s second instalment, Marian receives a visit from her old lawyer Tom Raikes (Thomas Cocquerel). Also new to polite society, but for entirely different reasons, railroad tycoon George Russell (Morgan Spector) and his wife Bertha (Carrie Coon, pictured) take centre stage at a charity bazaar.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Second qualifying final. Melbourne Storm v Canterbury Bulldogs. 9.45 NRL Finals Post-Match. A post-match NRL wrap-up.
10.45 MOVIE: Analyze That. (2002, Mlsv, R) A mobster is placed in his therapist’s custody. Billy Crystal, Robert De Niro.
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)
Antiques Downunder. 4.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 5.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 11. Parramatta Eels v Canterbury Bulldogs. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Gran Torino. (2008, M)
9GO! (83) 6am Queen Bees. Continued. (2021, PG) 7.55 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PG) 10.00 Death In Brunswick. (1991, M) 12.05pm Breaking Up In Rome. (2022, M, Italian) 2.15 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 4.15 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 6.05 Arthur’s Hallowed Ground. (1984) 7.30 Enigma. (2001, M) 9.45 Legend. (2015) 12.15am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 9.05 The Nanny. 9.35 The Addams Family. 10.05 Bewitched. 10.35 Jeannie. 11.05 The West Wing. 12.05pm MOVIE: To Kill A Stepfather. (2023, M) 2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: The Legend Of Tarzan. (2016, M) 9.45 MOVIE: Hercules. (2014,
Bowra Bowls Report
By BUNCHA
SOCIAL Bowls results for Thursday 4th saw Reg Barbat, John Cowie and Jim Harter declared winners.
Prize money for the lucky bowler went to Jim Harter who had a very pleasing afternoon of bowls. The final of the Club Minor Pairs was played last Saturday and what a great game it was with the result not declared until the final end. John Cowie and Trevor Ryan led from the outset and were playing wonderful bowls. They led 5-1 after five ends and were still in complete control with a 15-11 lead after 17 ends.
Tracey Armes and Paul O’Neill won the next two ends with one remaining and stayed composed and focused to pick up three shots to win 17-16.
The crowd applauded the players for a wonderful final and congratulations to both teams.
The major pairs start this weekend. The draw is on the board and the skips are to organize the days and times.
6.00 10 News+.
7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) Tracey and Antony must decide to stay or leave. 8.30 The Brighter Side. Barry helps a family cut energy bills. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.25 10 News+. (R) 11.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)
SATURDAY, September 13
6.00 Australian Story: Say My Name – Louisa Ioannidis Pt 2. (R) 6.30 Back Roads: Van Life Pt 2. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) A man is found in the centre of a crop circle.
8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) After the body of an unknown man is found in a theatre, DCI Barnaby and DS Winter investigate.
10.00 The Family Next Door. (Ml, R) The truth of Isabelle’s investigation is revealed.
10.50 I, Jack Wright. (MA15+s, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Swiss Alpine Rail Journeys.
8.35 A Royal Residence: Hatfield House. Explores Hatfield House.
9.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 1. Evening session.
10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (PGaw, R)
11.20 Great Australian Walks. (R)
12.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Morning
Programs. 7.20 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 9.15 Arthur’s Hallowed Ground. (1984) 10.35 Enigma. (2001, M) 12.50pm The Daughter. (2015, M) 2.40 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017, PG) 4.40 Sidonie In Japan. (2023, PG, French) 6.30 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983) 8.30 Vengeance: A Love Story. (2017) 10.25 Nymphomaniac: Vol 1. (2013, MA15+) 12.30am Late Programs.
SUNDAY, September 14
6.10 Britain’s Great Cathedrals. (Premiere)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Austin. (Final, PG)
8.00 The Family Next Door. (Final, Ml)
8.50 I, Jack Wright. (Ml) Sally’s legal challenge runs into trouble.
9.40 MOVIE: Goldstone. (2016, Malv, R) A detective uncovers a web of corruption. Aaron Pedersen. 11.30 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PGa, R) 12.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Titanic: Secrets Of The Shipwreck. (PGav)
8.25 Titanic Revisited. (PG, R)
9.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 2. Evening session.
11.30 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. (PGl, R)
12.30 Hating Peter Tatchell. (MA15+a)
2.15 Women Who Rock. (Mls, R)
3.15 Secret Nazi Bases. (PGa, R)
4.55 China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 APAC Weekly.
6am Kung Fu Yoga. Continued. (2017, PG) 6.55 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983) 8.55 Sidonie In Japan. (2023, PG, French) 10.45 Voyage Of The Damned. (1976, M) 1.40pm The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 3.30 Arthur’s Hallowed Ground. (1984) 5.00 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 6.50 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 8.30 The Outpost. (2019, MA15+) 10.45 Late Programs.
Bowra Golf Results
By Julee TOWNSEND
6-9-25
THE Monthly Medal was held on Saturday 6th a Single Stableford Event.
Winner: B Brabant 37, R/ Up: C Cuthbertson 36, N/P: 9th T Noble, 6th Eliza McNally, F/9: Eliza McNally, B/9: J Summerville. 30-8-25 Single Stableford Winner: J Gonsalves, R/Up J Summerville. The course is drying out and looking good! The higher scores reflect the condition of the course. Book carts on 65647349
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Football. AFL. Second semi-final. Brisbane Lions v Gold Coast Suns.
10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the game.
11.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal, R) The competition continues in Logan, Queensland.
12.30 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)
An uninvited guest attends the gala. 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 Rugby League. NRL. First elimination final. Cronulla Sharks v Sydney Roosters.
9.50 NRL Finals Post-Match.
10.30 Athletics. World Championships. Day 1. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Rugby World Cup. Quarter-final 2. Canada v Australia.
3.15 Innovation Nation. (R)
3.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. Princess and Inca have had no luck. 8.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mdlm, R) Paramedics are called to help a 92-year-old pinned under his mobility scooter.
9.40 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
10.40 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) 12.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) The team is called in to find a missing teen. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round 5. Collingwood v Sydney. 3.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 4.00 Counting Cars. 4.30 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 5. GWS Giants v Western Bulldogs. 6.30 AFL Pre-Game. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PGal) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 9.00 7NEWS Spotlight.
10.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: Too Close For Comfort. (Malv, R) Authorities deal with a case of stalking. 11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. AirTouch 500 At The Bend. Highlights.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) The teams are judged on their kitchens.
8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.40 Athletics. World Championships. Day 2. From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
11.30 Mobsters: James Whitey Bulger. (Premiere, Madv)
12.30 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.
The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.30 Watson. (PGa) Watson runs into an old friend of Sherlock’s when her son is admitted to UHOP for temporary paralysis. 9.30 FBI. (Mv, R) The team works to find a pregnant woman and the killer who took her hostage after a security guard is murdered.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes.
8.35 Portillo In The Pyrenees. (R)
9.30 Into South America With Nick Knowles. (PG, R)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Classified. (Malv)
11.40 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+s, R)
1.50 Blackport. (Ml, R) 2.50 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 3.40 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. (PG, R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10
Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Contraption Masters.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Lara.
Continued. (2019, PG, German) 7.00 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 8.40 Kung Fu Yoga. (2017, PG) 10.40 Motherhood. (2022, M, Japanese) 12.50pm Dating The Enemy. (1996, M) 2.50 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983) 4.50 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 6.30 The Chaperone. (2018, PG) 8.30 Barton Fink. (1991, M) 10.40 The Good German. (2006, MA15+) 12.40am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Justin calls Sonny out. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) The team searches for a serial killer as Harper struggles with the aftermath following the attack.
10.00 S.W.A.T. (Mv) Street trains with Long Beach SWAT. 11.00 The Agenda Setters.
12.00 Hooten & The Lady. (Mav) 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. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.40 100% Footy. (M) 9.40 Athletics. World Championships.
From National Stadium, Tokyo, Japan.
Murder In The Family. (MA15+av, R)
Footy Classified. (Ml)
Shopping. (R)
News. 10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.45 Media Watch. (PG, R)
Whitlam: The Power And The Passion. (PG, R) 1.05 Grand Designs. (R) 1.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (Return, PG)
8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late.
10.30 The World According To Kim Jong Un. (Mav, R)
11.30 Screw. (Mals)
1.20 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.10 Hugh’s Wild West. (PG, R) 3.10 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Where Is Anne Frank. Continued. (2021, PG) 7.10 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PG) 8.50 The Chaperone. (2018, PG) 10.50 Marriage Italian Style. (1964, M, Italy) 12.45pm The Worst Ones. (2022, M, French) 2.35 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 4.25 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 6.15 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.30 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 10.35 I Want You Back. (2022, M) 12.45am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGal) 9.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Brett navigates shared custody. 10.10 Tik Tok: Murders Gone Viral: The Killing Of Alexis Sharkey. (Mav, R) 11.10 The Agenda Setters.
12.10 Pretty Hard Cases. (Premiere, Madsv)
1.10 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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WEDNESDAY, September 17
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 James May: Our Man In India. (PG)
8.30 DNA Journey. (PGa)
9.30 Code Of Silence. (MA15+)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 COBRA. (Malv)
11.40 Vigil. (Malv, R)
1.45 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (R) 2.35 Hugh’s Wild West. (R) 3.40 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (PG, R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Final) 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Morning
Programs. 7.00 The Movie Show. 7.30 Petite Maman. (2021, PG, French) 8.50 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 10.50 Barton Fink. (1991, M) 1pm I Want You Back. (2022, M) 3.10 Manganinnie. (1980, PG) 4.50 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 6.40 Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. (1990, PG) 8.30 O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000, M) 10.30 Juliet, Naked. (2018, M) 12.20am Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGal)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (PGa) Hamish McLachlan chats with Chris Fagan. 10.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. (PG)
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma)
12.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.
6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Teenage Boss:
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 9/11: One Day In America.
9.25 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v)
10.20 SBS World News Late.
10.50 Dopesick. (MA15+ads, R)
11.55 Blue Lights. (Madlv, R)
2.10 Hugh’s Wild West. (PGa, R)
3.20 Expeditions With Patrick McMillan. (R)
4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am
Manganinnie. Continued. (1980, PG) 6.40 Welcome Home, Roxy Carmichael. (1990, PG) 8.30 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 10.20 On The Basis Of Sex. (2018, M) 12.30pm Juliet, Naked. (2018, M) 2.20 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 4.35 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 6.40 RBG. (2018, PG) 8.30 A Serious Man. (2009, M) 10.35 While We’re Young. (2014, M) 12.25am Late Programs.
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Sunrise. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGs) 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. (PG) Hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. 9.30 Why Bridges Collapse. (PG) A look at the Key Bridge collision. 10.45 What The Killer Did Next. (Mav, R) 11.45 Kick Ons. 12.15 Life. (Malsv, R) 1.15 Travel Oz. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
