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Rats of Tobruk Walk to be rededicated in Nambucca Heads
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with Nambucca Valley Council, will rededicate the memorial Rats of Tobruk Walk next week.
The path, which winds from Gordon Park up to Fraser Street opposite Woolworths in Nambucca Heads, will officially retain its meaningful name, “Rats of Tobruk Walk”, following significant commitment by Council, community consultation and veteran support.
The rededication service will take place at 11am on Friday, 28 November at Gordon Park, Nambucca Heads, and is open to the public.
A special invitation is extended to descendants and families of the Rats of Tobruk.
Veterans, their relatives and dependents are encouraged to wear medals as appropriate.
First dedicated in the 1990s to mark the 50th anniversary of the Siege of Tobruk, the walkway once featured a commemorative plaque and signage.
Sadly, due to repeated acts of vandalism, these elements were relocated to the Nambucca Heads Cenotaph, and the significance of the path faded from public memory until now.
As part of a recent Council initiative to upgrade local walkways and public spaces, the opportunity arose to reaffirm the path’s commemorative value.
With endorsement from the local veterans’ community, Council commissioned Anna Fisher of Fisher Design and Architecture to create a new sign for the Walk, marking a proud
new chapter for this site of reflection.
Between April and December 1941, some 14,000 Australian soldiers, along with British and Indian troops, were besieged in Tobruk, Libya, by the formidable German–Italian
forces led by General Rommel. Enduring relentless attacks, searing desert heat, and extreme deprivation, the Australian garrison, dubbed the Rats of Tobruk by Nazi propaganda, embraced the label as a badge of honour. Their resistance marked
Germany’s first major setback in WWII and reshaped the course of the war in North Africa. Australian casualties during the siege were heavy, with over 800 killed, more than 2,100 wounded, and nearly 950 taken prisoner.
q Veterans at the original dedication of the Rats Of Tobruk Walk at Nambucca Heads in the 1990s. Photo: supplied.
Bowraville shines for historic return of beloved festival
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directly from location, with festival commentary and liveto-air interviews.
The day’s action included billy cart races, a street parade, market stalls, whip cracking, tug of war, live music and more.
The Welcome to Country was delivered by Tehnaya West, supported by Uncle Martin Ballangarry and Aunty Marjorie Buchanan.
As the parade worked its way through the street - featuring local schools, emergency services, businesses, sports groups and some impressive vintage vehicles - it was estimated that up to 4000 people were cheering on the sidelines.
Music was another major element of the day, showcasing the talents of local school students, Alicia Parry, Glen Close, FutureShock, and home town heroes Tasman Keith and Kapital J, who headlined the festival.
Workshops and demonstrations were also held at the Bowraville Theatre, Ex-Services Club, Grants Hall and Pioneer Community Centre.
Nambucca Valley Councillor Jane MacSmith
volunteered on the Back to Bowra committee as Event Manager, and was full of praise for the team that brought the festival to life.
“This rag-tag bunch, full of love for Bowra, met each week in the back room of the Bowra Hotel, beer in hand, to pull together a cracker of an event,” she said.
“I’ve been a part of many committees over the years, and supporting this one has honestly been a highlight.
“I'm incredibly proud of what they pulled off and from the feedback, the community
can't thank them enough for filling the streets of Bowra once again.”
Mayor Gary Lee said the festival’s return, and the 150th celebration of the Bowraville Central School the day prior, did the town and region proud.
“Fifty years ago our school and community originally created Back to Bowra, an event where people gathered to connect with friends and to celebrate our shared heritage,” he said.
“What the Back to Bowra Committee and our
school achieved to connect our community and boost the local economy was outstanding and I thank the community members involved in these events last Friday and Saturday.”
The Mayor also enjoyed the opportunity to participate in the Mayoral billy cart race, despite being “pipped at the post” by State Member Michael Kemp.
The event was delivered with the sponsorship of 20 local businesses, the Nambucca Valley Tourism Association and Council.
Council provided almost $5000 to the event through the Community Grants Program Round 1.
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AWARDS
We’ve been celebrating our top citizens since the early 1980s. Now is your chance to nominate locals for our 2026 awards in the following categories:
Citizen of the Year Award
Senior Citizen of the Year Award
Young Citizen of the Year Award
Indigenous Citizen of the Year
Young Indigenous Citizen of the Year
Services to the Community Award Environmental Award
q The winner’s handshake after the Mayoral billy cart race. Oxley MP Michael Kemp took the lead on the downhill run, leaving Mayor Gary Lee in second place.
q Adam McDonald, Joe Simon and Fiona McDonald. Photo: Mick Birtles.
q The Nambucca District Band adding pomp and ceremony to the occasion. Photo: Mick Birtles.
The Back to Bowra committee was Gav McKinnon, Barney Townley,
Jennifer Hill, Helen Leape, Emma and Jono McLaughlin, Nerida Cowie, Dominic Reynolds, Marcia Hilery, Michael O’Neill, and the day’s MC, Tony Fuller.
Bowraville school’s birthday bash
THE Bowraville Central School’s sesquicentenary celebration was held on Friday 14 November, marking 150 years since the school first opened in 1875.
The event had been months in the planning and included a historic photo exhibition, the sealing of a time capsule, Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan cutting the 150th anniversary cake and the school’s oldest living attendee, Mervyn Lynch, unveiling a plaque.
The school’s Executive Principal, David Taylor, delivered the opening speech.
“Today is a momentous occasion of celebrating 150 years of continuous learning in Bowraville,” he said.
He went on to share how Bowraville Central School had changed over the years to offer a variety of co-curricular programs and VET training, giving students in Years 11 and 12 the option of gaining a nationally recognised qualification, a Certificate II or Certificate III, in some fields while still at school.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee then addressed the crowd, praising the school for being a foundation of the community.
“It was on 5 April 1875, that Bowraville Public School first opened its doors to
students - eight days before Macksville Public School, marking the beginning of a long and proud tradition of education in this region,” he said.
“From its humble beginnings, Bowraville Public School has stood as a pillar of learning, growth, and opportunity for the young people of our community, shaping the lives of countless students over the years.
“Bowraville Public School,
now called Bowraville Central School, has remained a constant, providing stability and nurturing generations of children who have gone on to lead successful and fulfilling lives.”
The event finale was students, teachers, parents and visitors gathering on the school oval to form the number 150, while a drone flew overhead and captured the gathering.
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PROPOSED ROAD CLOSING UNDER SECTION 38B ROADS ACT 1993
In pursuance of the provisions of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Nambucca Valley Council proposes to close the council public road listed in Schedule 1 below.
Schedule 1: Strip of unused Road verge adjacent to 4 in DP 1069159, being 93 Old Coast Road, North Macksville (for entire length of frontage of Lot)
Upon closure of the road, Council intends to sell the land to the adjoining owner of the respective lots, due to it being currently fenced into the respective lots.
All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal to the General Manager, Nambucca Valley Council, PO Box 177, Macksville NSW 2447, within twenty eight (28) days of the date of this advertisement. Please note that under the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, such submissions may be referred to third parties for consideration and any submission may be incorporated in a Council business paper or otherwise publicly disclosed.
Once the submission period is completed, Nambucca Valley Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the road closure proposal.
ENQUIRIES TO: Jereme Lindsell, Survey Coordinator 6568 0242
q Students watch a visual presentation capturing their school’s rich heritage.
q A NSW Department of Education representative and Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan cutting the anniversary cake at the Bowraville Central School’s sesquicentenary held on Friday 14 November.
q Special guests at the sesquicentenary were (from left) Councillor Dr Ljubov Simson, one of the oldest living past school students Mervyn Lynch (94), Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee and the school’s Executive Principal David Taylor.
Last chance to nominate for Australia Day awards
BOWRAVILLE local Warren Fuller was among five people to receive one of our valley’s very first Australia Day Awards in 1983, taking out the junior sports award.
Nambucca Valley Council has been unearthing the first stories of our community’s top citizens, ahead of the Nambucca Valley Community Awards being held on 25 January 2026.
Nominations in 13 award categories are currently open to applications until next Friday, 28 November.
Mr Fuller, now 61, said it was an honour to receive one of the first ever Australia Day Awards way back on 3 February 1983.
“I remember receiving the award from the Shire President at the time, Reg Phillips, which felt truly special,” he said.
“I was 22 at the time, so I can’t remember who the other award recipients were.
“I used to play rugby
league and cricket.
“Back then there were four grades of cricket teams in Bowraville alone; the game was so popular.
“I encourage people to nominate our local sport talent and volunteers for awards in 2026 – it’s good to get involved and take the chance to congratulate our peers.”
Residents can nominate eligible persons in the following categories:
• Citizen of the Year Award
• Senior Citizen of the Year Award
• Young Citizen of the Year Award
• Indigenous Citizen of the Year
• Young Indigenous Citizen of the Year
• Services to the Community Award
• Environmental Award
• Good Neighbour Award
• Cultural Achievement Award
• Sports Achievement Awards: Junior Sports Person, Senior Sports Person, Junior Sports Team and Senior Sports Team.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee, who is also a member of the National Celebration Day Committee, said next year’s event will be held at the Macksville ExServices Club.
“We’re planning a great event for Sunday 25 January next year,” he said.
“Please take a moment to think of a community member who gives community service, helps preserve our local environment or who, like Warren, is excellent on the playing field, and nominate them by 28 November.”
Nomination forms are available from the Macksville or Nambucca Heads Libraries, Council’s Administration Centre or on its website.
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winners (from left) Dr Tom Fennell, Colleen Hardy, Arthur Goodwin, George Betts and junior sports award winner Warren Fuller.
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Council takes stand on domestic and family violence
Gurmesh Singh wins NSW Nationals leadership
COFFS HARBOUR MP Gurmesh Singh has been elected as the new leader of the NSW Nationals, following the shock resignation of Dugald Saunders earlier this week.
It is the latest promotion for Mr Singh, a former macadamia and blueberry farmer from Woolgoolga, who was named Deputy Leader of the NSW National Party in June 2024.
Mr Singh ran unopposed in a party vote on Tuesday morning to be elected leader, less than 24 hours after Mr Saunders’ exit, who cited family reasons for leaving the top job.
Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson is the new deputy leader, while Sarah Mitchell MLC remains the party’s leader in the Upper House.
Mr Singh, who was first elected to parliament in 2019, said it was an honour to lead the party forward.
“Our team will continue to represent regional NSW to the very best of our abilities,” he said.
“The wellbeing of regional communities is at the heart of everything we do, and I thank my party room colleagues for affording me the opportunity to continue the great work of the Nationals across NSW.”
He also thanked Mr Saunders for his
“leadership and guidance” in recent years.
Congratulating him on the promotion, Federal National Party leader David Littleproud praised Mr Singh’s “wealth of experience”.
“I look forward to working with Gurmesh
NAMBUCCA Valley Council will undertake a series of actions to reduce the rate and impact of domestic and family violence (DFV) in the community.
The move has been led by councillor Ljubov Simson, a survivor of family violence and gender-based workplace violence.
Cr Simson successfully moved a motion at Council’s 15 October meeting, outlining a range of steps council will take to promote awareness of DFV in the community, and improve the safety of residents.
Her motion noted that NSW domestic and family violence services have been funded at levels “significantly below demand for decades” and measures to prevent, respond to and aid recovery from DFV have not received adequate funding from state or
federal governments.
Among the list of actions, Council will now advocate to State Ministers and Oxley MP Michael Kemp for funds available through the NSW Government’s Core and Cluster program, and to Federal Ministers and Cowper MP Pat Conaghan for programs available through the National Plan to End Violence Against Women and Children, for the funding of a safe-housing initiative in the Nambucca Valley.
Council will also advocate to the Anglicare Crisis Support Program to explore options for a safe-housing initiative.
It has also committed to promoting awareness of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence from 25 November to 10 December, Domestic and Family Violence
and I know he has a lot to offer, including his lived experience as a former blueberry and macadamia farmer and knowing about the challenges our farmers are facing.
“In the lead up to Christmas, regional Australians are feeling the pain of Labor’s ideology, by what’s coming out of their wallets.
“I know Gurmesh will do a fantastic job taking up the fight to Labor and also fighting for common sense.”
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said Mr Singh is a “strong voice for regional NSW and a tireless advocate for his community”.
“His election as leader is well deserved recognition of his hard work, integrity and commitment,” he said.
Mr Saunders, who serves as the Member for Dubbo, steps down after two and a half years in the leadership position.
"It's a difficult decision but it is the right time for me to take a step back and focus more on my family and myself," he said in a statement to media on Monday.
"It's also the right time to allow a new leader to take up the fight ahead of the next election.
"I will continue to serve the people of the Dubbo electorate as their local member."
Prevention Month in May, and LGBTQI+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day.
Cr Simson said it is time to “break the silence” around DFV in the community.
“I for one am not happy to accept that this is a norm.
“I am not happy to be a bystander to violence.
“I am not happy that we remain uncomfortable to articulate the root causes of crime in our community to the point of invisibility.
“At last year’s crime forum our local commander confirmed that over 60 percent of reported crime in the Nambucca Valley is gender-based, domestic and family violence related.”
q Newly elected NSW Nationals leader Gurmesh Singh addresses the media.
q Mr Singh (centre) is joined by the new Deputy Leader Kevin Anderson and Leader of the Nationals in the Upper House, Sarah Mitchell.
Pros and cons of Net Zero for Cowper
By Andrew VIVIAN
ALL sectors have weighed in on the Federal Coalition’s decision to abandon Net Zero by 2050.
This major tool for combatting climate change involves balancing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere with the amount removed.
Patrick Leyland, Chief Digital Officer at Populares and former Director of Digital Campaigns for the Australian Labor Party, has previously recommended that Labor highlights the economic benefits to ordinary people when discussing energy policy, rather than the seemingly abstract “Net Zero”.
He told News Of The Area that an electorate like Cowper is positioned to benefit enormously from the growth of renewable energy, and the advantages are overwhelmingly economic.
Stronger local economy
Local energy generation brings down costs.
The North Coast sits at the far end of transmission lines, which makes power more expensive and vulnerable to outages.
When more energy is produced closer to where people live and work, households and small businesses see lower bills and more reliable supply.
Mr Leyland also pointed out that renewables bring jobs.
Large-scale wind, solar, storage and grid upgrades create a surge in construction work - the kind of trades and contractor jobs that keep money in the community and open up long-term roles in maintenance, operations and community energy initiatives.
He said affordable clean energy is also becoming a magnet for new industries and manufacturers, such as food processors, datadriven businesses and emerging clean-tech industries.
These all prioritise regions with stable, low-cost power.
Locally-produced renewable energy gives communities like Cowper greater protection from volatility in international coal and gas prices.
Renewables also offer diversified income streams for farmers and landholders, reduced energy costs for irrigation and refrigeration, and opportunities for on-farm generation.
“Taken together, renewables give regions like Cowper the chance to build a stronger, more self-reliant local economy, one with lower energy costs, more jobs and new industries that keep young people in the region.”
Coalition’s position
Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan released a statement saying the Coalition’s joint agreement to drop Net Zero is a move that will help Australian households and businesses achieve a cheaper, better and fairer way to lower emissions.
“The Coalition’s decision to drop Net Zero puts Australians and the electorates that we represent first,” the statement read.
“Our plan is far cheaper than Labor’s *$9 trillion Net Zero plan, which would put Medicare and NDIS at risk.
“OECD countries have been cutting their emissions by one percent per year while Australia has been cutting its emissions by about two percent per year - double the OECD rate.
“We should do our fair share to reduce global emissions, but not more than the rest of the world.”
Mr Conaghan said energy would be cheaper because: “Our policy means opening up our grid to nuclear and removing the moratorium, as well as using emission reduction technology in gas and coal, like carbon capture and storage, while having renewables as a sensible proportion of the mix.
“Australia can’t mitigate all the world’s emissions when we’re only a bit over one percent of global emissions.
“So, why wouldn’t we focus more on adaptation with direct environmental action in land management, and investment in disaster mitigation like flood levees, dams and more cool burns?
“Labor’s 2030 and 2035 targets will reduce our emissions by 4.7 percent per year, putting pressure on households and industry.”
Report ‘misrepresented’
The Coalition’s figure of *$9 trillion is based on a report from Net Zero Australia (NZAu), which is a partnership between the University of Melbourne, the University of Queensland, and Princeton University.
It aims to be “technology neutral, evidence driven and non-political”.
NZAu issued a media release on 5 November criticising how its research had been interpreted and also confused with a report from 2023.
“Different individuals and groups have been misrepresenting key cost estimates from the NZAu Australia Project as ‘the cost of Australia reaching net zero’,” it said.
It clarified that:
- projected costs for reaching Net Zero in Australia by 2050 would be $300 billion over 25 years, not $9 trillion.
- this cost would consist primarily of overseas investment
Local wildlife in crisis
By: Mick BIRTLES
WILDLIFE rescue calls across the Mid North Coast have surged in recent years, with more animals becoming injured, orphaned, or displaced due to habitat loss, severe weather, and human impact.
But while the number of animals needing help continues to rise, the number of trained volunteers has not.
WIRES Mid North Coast is now urgently seeking new volunteers to help protect and care for the region’s native wildlife.
“If you’ve ever found a bird on the ground, noticed a koala looking unwell, seen a joey alone, or watched a bat struggling on barbed wire and wished you knew what to do, this is your opportunity,” a WIRES Mid North Coast spokesperson told NOTA.
“We urgently need more hands and even a small amount of time can make a real difference to
q Locally-produced renewable energy, like solar power, benefits communities.
- cost projections for non-renewable energy resources did not include their substantial fuel costs
The Climate Council, a spin-off from the Climate Commission, which was abolished by the Coalition in 2013, said that abandoning Net Zero “would spell disaster for Australia’s climate, economy and household bills”.
It claims that Australian Government spending on disaster recovery would increase seven-fold by 2090, productivity would take a $135-423 billion hit by 2063 - with workers hampered by extreme heat - and deaths caused by heatwaves would increase by 440 percent in Sydney and 260 percent in Melbourne.
The Council said policy uncertainty would disrupt confidence and clarity for business, costing the economy $2 trillion in lost investment.
Weaker exports and lower growth over the next 24 years and prolonged reliance on
gas and coal, could see household power bills increase by $449 by 2030.
CEO Amanda McKenzie, said: “What the Coalition is really advocating for is a more dangerous future for all Australians.
“More floods in Taree and Grafton, more fire seasons like Black Summer, and the demise of the Great Barrier Reef.
“They’ve gone from: ‘I don’t hold a hose, mate’ to ‘let’s put fuel on the fire’.”
Professor Joel Gilmore, Climate Councilor and energy expert, said: “Renewable power is already the lowest-cost form of new energy.
“Four million Australian households with rooftop solar know that.”
When asked by Sky News if renewable energy is more expensive, Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen, said: “Not only do I not agree, economists don’t agree, scientists don’t agree, the Australian people don’t agree”.
an animal’s life.”
The Rescue and Immediate Care Course (RICC) is now available online and self-paced, making it easier than ever to get started.
No prior experience is necessary as WIRES mentors provide ongoing guidance and support as new volunteers begin responding to rescue calls in their own communities.
For local enquiries please email secretarymidnorthcoast@gmail.com.
If you see sick or injured wildlife, call 1300 094 737.
q Native animals like these possums are increasingly coming into care.
Environment groups talk river health
LOCK the Nambucca Valley hosted a well-attended meeting at Valla Beach on Sunday, 9 November, bringing together a range of community-based environment groups to discuss issues affecting the health of local river systems.
Among the 24 attendees were representatives from Nambucca Valley Council, Bellingen Environment Centre, the oyster farming
industry, community radio station 2NVR, Voices for Mid North Coast and several other conservation organisations.
Also in attendance were citizen scientists who monitor river health and survey native forests throughout the Nambucca Valley.
The guest speaker at the event was Dr Michelle Maloney, an advocate for “earth-centred governance”
and co-founder and convenor of the Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA).
“Dr Maloner provided updates and information on the work undertaken by AELA, and presented ideas for ways to address the current issues of species loss, habitat degradation, pollution of waterways and catchments, threats to local industries, and overall sense of separation of people from
our natural environment,” said Lock the Nambucca Valley secretary Georgette Allen.
“To develop a more holistic approach to environment protection, the key was defined as interconnectivity among community groups.
“There is a perceived need to integrate the efforts, goals and processes of individual local groups, in
order to develop cohesive outcomes for the betterment of all elements of our environment.
“This needs to include the understanding and exploration of interconnectivity among native species, both plant and animal, and our human communities, to develop innovative initiatives towards better outcomes for all.”
Dr Maloney also spoke
q The meeting attracted representatives from a range of organisations and industries.
of her new program called ‘Greenprints’, described as a framework for “helping people transition to regenerative economies and nature based, bioregional governance”.
The Valla Beach meeting unanimously agreed to support this initiative, with a further meeting planned for Sunday, 30 November to continue the discussion.
For information about that meeting, contact lockthenambuccavalley.sec@ gmail.com.
Preserving language and protecting wildlife
By Mick BIRTLES
A UNIQUE collaboration between Nambucca Heads artist and educator Susie Peake and Gumbaynggirr elder Gary Williams, has resulted in an educational children’s book.
“Birds and Animals of the Nambucca Valley” is a wildlife awareness activity book created to introduce local children to the region’s animals and their traditional Gumbaynggirr names.
It is designed to spark curiosity about native wildlife, promote an interest in habitat preservation and keep Indigenous language alive.
It features detailed illustrations by Susie, who has over 25 years of experience in wildlife education and
illustration.
While she has created many similar books in the past to support wildlife awareness and education, this is the first time she’s focused specifically on the Nambucca Valley.
“I realised I hadn’t yet made a book about my own local area,” Susie told News Of The Area.
“And I also wanted to make sure the animals’ Gumbaynggirr names were included.”
To achieve this, she reached out to Gary Williams, CEO of the Muurrbay Aboriginal Language and Culture Co-operative, who generously worked with Susie to ensure the animals were named accurately.
Together, they consulted the Gumbaynggirr dictionary
and cultural records to identify correct names although, sadly, some names have been lost over time.
For Gary, the book is a
powerful tool for cultural preservation.
“If children learn the language, it’s not lost,” he told NOTA.
q Artist and educator Susie Peake and Muurrbay Aboriginal Language and Culture Co-operative CEO Gary Williams.
“This book reinforces the language that most of our local schools are teaching the kids and connects it to Country.”
The book goes beyond naming animals.
It includes colouring-in activities, quizzes, and facts about the unique habitats many species rely on to survive.
One key message is the importance of tree hollows, critical shelter for gliders, owls, and other native mammals.
“It can take 200 years for a tree to form a hollow,” added Susie.
“Once they’re gone, they’re gone.”
The Nambucca Valley is home to the Greater Glider and Feathertail Glider; nocturnal, tree-dwelling
marsupials not often seen but vital to the local ecosystem. Susie hopes the book will inspire children and families to become habitat protectors.
“We have the responsibility to care for the land, the trees and the water that sustains us and that we share with all living things,” she said.
Birds and Animals of the Nambucca Valley is available at the Galleria CC in Macksville, Artspace Gallery Urunga, Nambucca Valley Phoenix in Bowraville, the Nambucca Heads Newsagency, and the Red Cross Craft Shop in Nambucca Heads.
To find out more you can contact Susie Peake directly by emailing her at sjpeake@ yahoo.com.
Community members restart a committee for Talarm Hall
AN interim Section 355 Committee has been formed for Talarm Hall following strong attendance at a popin session at the historic community venue on Wednesday 12 November.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee attended the session and congratulated locals for coming together to support their local hall.
“I am pleased 19 people turned up to support their hall,” he said.
“A group within the 19 attendees are going to make a submission to Council to form a committee and many people said they would volunteer to support the delivery of events and programs.
“It was wonderful to hear the community’s views on how they can breathe fresh life into the hall and use it for the benefit of the whole community.
“This is the reason the Nash family donated the land
on which the hall stands to Council way back around 1914, so it could be a hub for the community to come together.”
Council has 14 halls managed by Community Management Committees – known as Section 355 committees.
Section 355 in the Local Government Act (1993) that allows Council to delegate some of its functions to a Committee of Council.
q There was a flurry of support for Talarm Hall at Council’s pop-in session on Wednesday 12 November and an interim committee has been formed to keep activities and catch-ups happening at the long-standing hall.
Champagne Charlies celebrate 20 years
By Mick BIRTLES
ARGUABLY the Nambucca Valley’s most glamorous group of women, the Champagne Charlies have recently celebrated the impressive milestone of 20 years of fun, friendship and red-hatted revelry.
The Champagne Charlies are the local chapter of the global Red Hat Society, a movement dedicated to women over 60 embracing life, laughter and colour, all while proudly wearing red
hats and purple attire.
Since their first gathering in October 2005, the Charlies have lived by the society’s motto of “growing old disgracefully”.
What began as a bit of curiosity at a Bowraville race meeting, where a few local ladies spotted another group of vivaciously dressed Red Hatters, quickly turned into a movement of their own.
Enthralled by the idea, they founded the Champagne Charlies, ready to bring a splash of glamour and joy to
the Mid North Coast.
“From our inaugural meeting to now, we’ve shared two decades of laughter and true sisterhood,” the Champagne Charlies’ Margery Boylan told News Of The Area.
“We thank all our past members for their friendship and flair.”
Over the years the group has made monthly lunch dates at venues within a 60km radius, a tradition that has delighted numerous locals and venue staff with
their joyful presence.
From hotels and RSL clubs to wineries, golf courses and even the Bowraville Theatre, few local venues have remained untouched.
In addition to local jaunts, the Champagne Charlies have joined Red Hatters from around the state at special gatherings, connecting with like-minded women who share their passion for living
RFS spreads festive cheer
By Mick BIRTLES
THE North Macksville Rural Fire Service (RFS) is gearing up for one of its most popular annual traditions, the Santa Run.
This year, the event will see a colourful convoy of two RFS trucks, a support vehicle, and the Macksville Fire and Rescue 371 appliance all decked out in Christmas decorations.
The aim is to bring festive cheer to neighbourhoods across Macksville while shining a spotlight on the essential work of the RFS and its need for new volunteers.
The Santa Run will cover the familiar route from East Macksville through to North Macksville, West Macksville and into Macksville Heights on the afternoon of Sunday, 14 December.
The route will be shared
on social media and public noticeboards in the lead-up to the event.
But the festive celebration is just one part of the brigade’s broader mission.
“While the Santa Run is a lot of fun for the kids and families, it also helps build trust and familiarity between our first responders and the community,” Vicki Willing from North Macksville RFS told News Of The Area.
“That connection becomes vital when we’re delivering serious messages about fire season preparedness.”
Beyond the bushfires, North Macksville RFS is deeply embedded in yearround emergency response.
Their responsibilities extend to house and vehicle fires, traffic accidents, flood response, property assessments for fire mitigation, community
education, and even first aid support at local events.
Recently, several members completed additional training and were deployed to strike forces in the southern Grafton area.
“It was a huge opportunity,” Vicki added.
“Not only do our volunteers get to put their skills to use in real scenarios, but they also learn from working alongside other brigades, bringing back new strategies and a renewed sense of confidence.”
With an ever-growing demand for their services, the brigade is calling on locals to consider joining.
“All it takes is a desire to help,” the brigade says.
“You’ll receive nationally recognised training in firefighting, first aid, community support and more. We also need people for
life boldly and with a sense of humour.
The Red Hat Society began in the United States and has grown into an international sisterhood.
Its mission is to empower women to enjoy life on their own terms, nurture lasting friendships, and remind the world that growing older is something to be celebrated.
If you happen to see
a flurry of red and purple sweeping through a restaurant near you it may well be the Champagne Charlies, living their best, boldest lives.
To find out more about the Champagne Charlies you can email Margery Boylan, known as “Queen Brash with Panache”, at llanboylodge@ hotmail.com
non-operational roles, such as catering or community engagement.”
As fire season approaches, the brigade encourages residents to stay informed
Macksville Bridge goes blue
By Andrea FERRARI
and take simple preparedness steps to protect homes and families.
For more information visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/ plan-and-prepare.
Anyone interested in joining North Macksville RFS can email the Captain on Nthmacksvillerfs@gmail. com.
“It can be easy to feel alienated when faced with a diagnosis of Neuroendocrine cancer, so this type of public display serves to buoy spirits and create a sense of comradeship, both within and beyond our small group,” Coffs Coast Neuroendocrine Cancer Support Group facilitator Andrea Stafford said.
THE Macksville Bridge and Big Banana were lit in vivid blue on Monday night, 10 November to mark Neuroendocrine Cancer (NEC) Day, a global event that seeks to enhance awareness of this relatively little-known cancer. Representatives from the Coffs Coast NEC support group were thrilled to witness such a spectacle, as it helped to draw what is a worldwide movement to their doorstep.
q Members of the Coffs Coast Neuroendocrine Cancer Support Group with the lit up landmark.
q Last year’s crew getting ready to support Santa and Mrs Claus in bringing Christmas cheer to Macksville. Photo: supplied.
q The Champagne Charlies at their inaugural gathering in October 2005.
q The Champagne Charlies celebrating their 20th anniversary in October 2025.
VIEW club urges community to support Christmas Appeal
NAMBUCCA River VIEW Club is calling on the community to embrace the festive season spirit of giving and help raise funds for The Smith Family’s Christmas Appeal, to ensure thousands of students experiencing disadvantage can be supported in their education in 2026.
The charity aims to raise $4.9 million nationally through the appeal, which will provide more than 11,600 children with access to critical learning and mentoring programs to help them stay engaged and motivated at school.
This includes programs like “student2student”, which pairs younger students with young reading buddies, and after-school Learning Clubs, where students get support with their homework from trained volunteers – many of whom are VIEW Club members.
Nambucca River VIEW Club president Cynthia Guyenette said
this work is more important than ever as families face the ongoing effect of cost-of-living increases.
“Today in Australia, one in six children are growing up in poverty, limiting their ability to make the most of their education,” Cynthia said.
“Everyone is feeling the on-going effects of the cost-of-living crisis, but it is not felt equally.
“For families who were already doing it tough, the higher cost-ofliving means having to make difficult choices between paying everyday bills and being able to support their children’s education.
“All funds raised through donations to the Christmas Appeal will ensure students can take part in The Smith Family’s evidencebased numeracy, literacy, tutoring, digital and mentoring programs to help them catch up and keep up at school.”
Nationally VIEW Clubs currently support more than 1,800 students on the charity’s flagship Learning for Life program, which provides educational, personal and financial support.
“We love hearing about how well our students are doing on the program and receive several letters a year which detail their achievements, hopes, and dreams. “We are so proud of the young people we support, and there’s no better time than Christmas to show them our generosity,” Cynthia said.
VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is a national women’s organisation and support network, bringing together women to enjoy social activities, develop skills, and make connections.
For those who are interested to find out more about VIEW or who would like to join, visit view.org.au or call Shirley Lamberth on 0402 206 336.
For more information on the appeal, visit www.thesmithfamily. com.au or call 1800 024 069.
Cultural burning training program
By Andrew VIVIAN
CULTURAL burning techniques are being integrated into government bushfire management frameworks across NSW.
Funded by the Federal Government program “Fire, Country and People”, the aim is to strengthen community resilience to major bushfire events and improve land management practices across traditional Aboriginal lands.
The project is a three-year $3 million initiative funded by the Australian Government and jointly supported by Forestry Corporation NSW (FCNSW).
As part of this initiative, members of the Western Bundjalung, Yaegl, Gumbaynggirr, Bunyah and Birpai communities have attended training sessions at Jubullum, Grafton and Port Macquarie over the past year.
Fire training specialists, Fireground, has delivered training to provide accredited firefighting qualifications to members of the Northern Rivers, Clarence Valley, Coffs Coast and Port Macquarie/ Hastings Aboriginal communities.
The program equips participants with essential firefighting skills and fosters collaboration between Aboriginal communities and government agencies, combining
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traditional cultural burning methods with modern firefighting techniques.
The project will include a research component to build a scientific evidence base around cultural burning, investigating its impact on bushfire intensity and spread.
This approach supports the integration of Indigenous knowledge into broader fire management frameworks, contributing to sustainable and culturally informed land stewardship.
FCNSW’s Aboriginal Heritage and Partnerships Manager, John Shipp, said, “This program creates an opportunity for the Yaegl and
Cultural burning practices are integrated with accredited firefighting qualifications.
Swimming North Coast hold Division 2 Championships
By Aiden BURGESS
SWIMMING North Coast have held their Division 2 Championships in Port Macquarie. It featured the North Coast’s best junior swimmers and was hosted by
year again featured a condition whereby if a swimmer had won a medal at Division 1
Gumbaynggirr communities to work with government agencies to develop a path forward for effective and sustainable bushfire management, combining traditional cultural burning with modern firefighting techniques.
“This will improve the resilience of the community to major bushfires.
“The use of fire in the environment is only one aspect of the community’s land management experience, which has existed for more than 60,000 years and, importantly, this program equips participants with essential firefighting skills and qualifications for future careers in firefighting.”
Grant Brown, the Business Manager for Yaegl Wadyarr Gargle Land and Sea Contractors, said, “Having 20 members of our community trained as accredited firefighters on Forestry Corporation appliances and equipment also provides an extra level of bushfire protection.
“We have 82 threatened floral and fauna species on Yaegl land and fire management is key to their
protection by preventing wildfires, regenerating our native species, and ensuring the forests germinate to their full potential by reducing weed growth.”
Laqueesha Laurie, who participated in the program, said, “I want to thank Forestry for the opportunity in running this firefighting training and providing our community with full firefighting PPE and training and providing our community with full firefighting PPE and training so we can protect our community and improve the health of our Country.
“I strongly believe that through these partnerships and collaborations… we as a mob and people can create empowerment within and pass that onto our next generation and share our identity and share who we are in today’s modern world.
“Because we had to adapt, we had to be part of the evolution and change - now it’s up to us to fit in and make the most of what opportunities are provided for our people, run with them, embrace them and be proud of who we are and where we come from.”
last year, and short course earlier this year, they were ineligible for medals, thereby giving the next tier of swimmers a chance at a medal. Clubs who took part included Bellingen, Casino, Coffs Harbour, Crescent Head, Forster, Gloucester, Kempsey, Laurieton,
The Division 1 Championships will be held this weekend in Grafton, and gives Division 1 swimmers another chance at qualifying or bettering their times, with the event set to feature 119 swimmers.
The Swimming North Coast area commenced in April 2011, with the merging of the two previous areas; Far North Coast Swimming Association and Swimming Mid North Coast.
Photo: FCNSW.
q Nambucca River VIEW Club president Cynthia Guyenette.
q Laqueesha Laurie and her father, Dane, participated in the program. Photo: FCNSW.
Port Macquarie Swimming Club. The top three point scoring clubs were Port Macquarie, Taree, and Macksville. This
Macksville, Port Macquarie, Sawtell, Stroud, Taree, and Wauchope.
Nambucca Golf Report
By Chris KNIGHT
SO MUCH coin was floating around the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Course it must have come up on the radar of Scrooge McDuck.
One thousand dollars was in the pot for the Handiskins final on Sunday, 16 November, with only four players left to scramble for the loot.
Peter Klem Goode grabbed the lion's share with $550, from club champion Graham Watson $210, Karl Hobday $190 and Dan Wren $50.
Meanwhile, the semi-finals of the local Nambucca Skins sponsored by Chris Knight will be duked out this Sunday, shortly after the club's AGM.
With the bunkers mostly all back in play and in swallow-mode, scoring was tempered in the Nambucca Valley Care Group medley stableford on Saturday, 15 November.
Port Macquarie's David Nosworthy (17 handicap) had the best total of the day with 40 points including birds on 7 and 17 to head home Tiffany Paul (22) on 37 points in Div 2.
Peter Ryan (14) also carded 37 points to edge Gregory Smith (13) on countback in Div 1.
Late-starter Daryl Wall took the nearest the pin on 7 and the Pizza This Pizza That voucher on 13.
Other pins went to Big Dom Lambie on 5, Stephen Truelove on 8, Edward Penrose on 15 and Greg McCoy showed his perennial class with the $90 Pro Pin on the last. Houston Baker drained a longy on the 1st to collect the Ecomist stubbie and holder.
Building back better on Thursday, 13 November, was Garry Johnstone (14) who was too strong
with 38 points to win the Nambucca Valley Care medley stableford.
Johnstone's story included 10 pars and wipes on the 2nd and 5th.
Jude McGoldrick (16) wowed with 37 points to claim the runnersup prize.
In Div 2, Kay McGoldrick (32) blitzkrieged with 39 points, one better than Graham Cass (25).
Johnstone got his round off to a hot start with the Ecomist longest putt on the 1st while pins went to Bruce Fleming on 5, Peter Bush on 7, Mark Luttrell on 8 and Chris Brownlie on 15. Cass boxed the gourmet frisbee on 13 and Peter
Nambucca Bowls Report
By Charlie POTTER
NAMBUCCA Heads staged the
$20000+ Pot of Gold 2 bowls Triples tournament which was run over three days and which attracted teams from across the state. The Helensburg team of Paul Earl, Luke Wade and Bobby Lane took home the $4500 first prize from a Yamba team of Tim Arndell, Des Johnson and Josh Arndell ($3000). Third, $1500, and 4th, $1200, to composite teams Michael Howard, Judy Monks and Glen Hayes and Denise Matheson, Steve Matheson and Jade Barlow. The repechage winners were Peter McRitchie, David Miles and Tony
Urquhart. 2nd Frank Mayoh, Barry Lancaster, Greg Donsworth, 3rd Ian Stone, John Williams, Richard Lee and 4th Gus Weeks, Wayne Carr, Steve Carr.
Adam Laird and Adam Davies are the new Club Pairs Champions, defeating Mitch McGill and Tyrone Webber 26-14. After 8 ends they led 20-0 and this proved far too big a deficit to make up. Despite winning 6 of the remaining 10 ends, Mitch and Ty found the two Adams' consistency a bridge too far. In the Quarter Finals they accounted for Darcy and Adam Rostron 21-12 then Peter McRitchie (sub for Rhys Riddell) and Paul Ward in the Semi. Other quarter final results... Ruane/ Lawrence def Curran/Blackford; McRitchie/Ward def Ruane/ Lawrence 28-17; Coughlan(sub
Group 2 clubs appoint coaches for 2026
By Aiden BURGESS
GROUP 2 Rugby League clubs have started preparations for next year’s season by appointing their coaching staff.
The Macksville Sea Eagles, Nambucca Roosters, and Woolgoolga Seahorses have announced their coaches for the 2026 season.
Jake Elphick will once again be the Seahorses captain-coach, after leading his side to the minor premiership and preliminary final in his first year of coaching.
Ben Byrne will return as the Seahorses reserve grade coach, after guiding his side to last season’s grand final.
2023 first-grade premiership
Friday, 21 November 2025
coach Sam Sinclair will be in charge of the Under 18s side.
Wayne Cowgill will again lead the women’s side after guiding them to last season’s grand final.
Two-time defending premiers Nambucca Roosters have also announced their coaching staff for 2026.
Warwick Jones will coach first grade, Jeremy Burrows will be the reserve grade co-coach, Geoff Batten will take the reins as Under 18s coach, and Garren Stig will lead the women’s side.
Aaron Wood will return as Macksville Sea Eagles first grade coach in 2026.
The Grafton Ghosts are currently seeking coaching staff for the 2026 season.
If you are interested, please contact the club.
q Dave Rosser, Michael Summerill and Stephen Doherty taking a breather on the 13th tee at Nambucca.
Thompson pocketed the $70 Pro Pin on 18.
Chris Brownlie (27) had a stonking 43 points to win the Nambucca Valley Care Group medley stableford on Tuesday, 11 November.
Despite his long handicap, Brownlie turned in 38 off the stick round the front - but hung on to best club junior champion Ashton Herbert (4) who carded a tidy twounder par 67 for 42 points (and he was the first to collect in the ball rundown).
Herbert the longer booted his
q Club Pairs Champions.
for Cosgrave)/Mason def Ford/ DCedelland(reconstituted) 1514; McGill/Webber def Stephens/ D'Elboux 24-14. Semi Final Boston(sub for Webber)/McGill def Coughlan/Mason. As a footnote, this
kitty somewhat with the pins on 5 and 7, Scott Burley on 8 and Rodney Kinnear on 15 for Stu's ball. Heather Gray scooped the $25 Pro Pin on the last and Troy Herbert consoled himself with pizza after hitting it closest on 13.
Male players from all clubs with an official handicap are reminded the timesheet is now available for the men's Nambucca Open on Sunday, 30 November. Catchya on The Island, a paradise of dreams, bent grass greens and unsolicited advice from the viewing deck as you tee off on the 1st.
q Helensburgh Trio takes out the Pot of Gold.
is Adam Davies' consecutive Pairs Championship, having won in 2015 with Darcy Rostron before taking a 10 year break to learn how to play guitar. (Don't ask).
Sunday Social Bowls Nov. 16.
Bowra Bowls Report
By BUNCHA
THURSDAY 13th social bowls results with 24 keen participants turning out in the coolness of the under-cover green. Thanks to all the visitors who turned up. Winners on the day were Pat Clough. Wayne Dargan and Chris D’Elbow and runners up being John Cummins, Storky Mitchell and Neil Pollard. The Lucky Bowler cash was won by Warren
Gallop.
A wonderful roll up of 67 bowlers turned up for the over 50’s (plus 7 additional players for lunch only) on Tuesday 11th and a great day was had by all. Plenty of winners, a lovely lunch and heaps of raffle prizes capped off a very enjoyable and fun day. The Sports Hub will be hosting the 2025 over 50’s Christmas Party on Tuesday December 2nd and with players wives, partners or friends are very
14 bowlers and the winners were Chrissy Gillett, Graeme Porter and Elaine Fleming. Jenny Legend and Margaret Duffus were the Lucky Losers. Bill Mann failed to win the jackpot.
welcome. Names from all Clubs must be in to their delegates and reported to Bowra by Friday 28th November.
The Tigers Classic Triples will be held tomorrow Saturday 22nd starting at 8.30am and the teams are full up. Three Thousand dollars is on offer and competition will be keen. All teams play 3 games of 18 ends before the final seven teams in the competition with the eighth place auctioned off. The quarter Finals, semi Finals and Final will be decided in a three end shoot out. Good luck to all competitors.
Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News
By Barbara MARANIK
RESULT for Week ending 16th November 2025
Monday 10th November 2025 1st John & Lynne Slade 59%, 2nd Linda & Mike Siford 57%,
3rd Vicki Walker & Carol McKee 56%
Tuesday 11th November 2025
1st Carol McKee & Amber Fox 64%, 2nd Jane & Greg Wood 60% 3rd Maureen Cowan & Barb Maranik 52%
Thursday 13th November 2025 1st Carol McKee & Rob
Marshall 64%, 2nd Mike Siford & Colin Tolley 57%, 3rd Maureen Cowan & Janet Dyson 54%
Saturday 15th November 2025
1st Amber Fox & Carol McKee 67%, 2nd equal Mike & Linda Siford plus Ali & Neil Tupper 57%
q Handiskins finalists at the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Course (from left) Graham Watson, Dan Wren, Peter Klem Goode and Karl Hobday.
SUDOKU
By Manny WOOD
Selling the house… any day now
ANNETTE died in late 2021. In her will, she appointed her two eldest children, Fiona and Sean, as co-executors. Her estate consisted largely of a coastal cottage where Sean had been living intermittently for several years. Under the will, the cottage and the remainder of the estate were to be divided equally between Fiona, Sean and their younger brother, Kieran.
After Annette’s death, Sean continued living in the cottage, refusing to pay rent, contribute to utilities or assist with upkeep.
He told his siblings he was “sorting out his life” and needed somewhere to regroup.
Although probate was granted a few months later, no progress was made in administering the estate.
The cottage remained in Annette’s name, bills accumulated, and the estate stalled.
Concerned by the lack of action, Fiona repeatedly tried to discuss the cottage with Sean.
He resisted, claiming he was suffering from “severe burnout”, unstable contract work, and that asking him to leave would be “cruel”.
He said he needed the cottage as a “temporary sanctuary” for himself and a close friend who had also been staying there rent-free.
Over the next year, communication between the siblings deteriorated.
Sean’s messages became accusatory, claiming his siblings were “obsessed with money” and they were pressuring him “during the worst period of his life”.
He suggested he would purchase the cottage but never sought financial advice or made any concrete proposal.
As maintenance costs rose and tax concerns grew, Fiona eventually sought legal advice.
She applied to have Sean removed as executor, arguing he had placed personal interests above his duties and effectively held the estate “hostage” for nearly two years.
At the hearing, Sean attributed his behaviour to exhaustion, ill health and financial instability.
He insisted he had “always planned to administer the estate properly”, but under cross-examination admitted that living in the cottage rent-free was convenient and he had taken no steps toward selling or purchasing it.
The Court held Sean’s personal interest conflicted with his obligations as executor, causing unreasonable delay, heightened family tension and disadvantaging the beneficiaries.
Sean was removed as executor.
Thank you to Ellysha Laklem for her assistance with this column.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN On theCouch
Council wasting money
DEAR News Of The Area,
I AM watching in amazement at what the council is wasting money on now.
They have decided that the perfectly good hot mix tar road in front of the council chambers needs to be resurfaced, while there are sections of roads within 100 metres of that road that have holes, dips and sink areas that have been like it for years.
It was only a month or so ago that they cut out sections of the road and filled and resealed them.
Why can't the council prioritise the repairs of roads instead of wasting our money on roads that are perfectly fine?
They can't even give us footpaths, or repair the ones we already have.
I just don't know where the council has their priorities these days.
A very disappointed ratepayer, Martin MOUNTFORD, Macksville.
Christmas magic back at Coronation Park NEWS
By Mick BIRTLES
AFTER the resounding success of last year’s event, the Nambucca Christmas Festival is set to return to Coronation Park for another evening of festive fun for the whole family.
Organisers want the Nambucca Valley to save the date for Friday, 5 December from 5pm to 8pm, as Coronation Park's Number 2 Oval transforms into a wonderland of Christmas cheer, music, and family fun.
An even bigger and brighter event is promised in 2025, packed with crowd favourites and new surprises.
Expect to see jumping castles, clowns, and even a bucking bull for the brave-hearted.
The little ones can get their faces painted, create hand art, enjoy helium balloons, or interact with Holistic Hoops before sitting back for the spectacular LED hooping light display.
Live entertainment will light up the stage throughout the evening, with choirs from three local schools spreading the Christmas spirit through song.
Also performing are local line dancers, the Action Church Singers, crowd favourite Coastal Dave, and keeping the festive beats going, DJ
Bisho.
No Christmas festival would be complete without some good oldfashioned fun, so sack races and egg-and-spoon races will bring out the competitive Christmas spirit in young and old alike.
The highlight of any community Christmas event is the appearance of Santa and he will arrive at the festival from 7pm.
Food and market stalls will be scattered across the park, offering a taste of local flavours and great Christmas shopping opportunities.
“We advise attendees to bring picnic blankets or chairs to enjoy the festivities in comfort,” Nambucca Christmas Festival secretary Robyn Kennedy told News Of The Area.
“We also recommend people bring cash to the event, as EFTPOS may not have reliable reception at the park.”
This year's event is once again made possible through the efforts of dedicated community volunteers and the event’s major sponsor, the Nambucca Heads RSL Club.
Organisers have also extended thanks to the Lions Club of Nambucca Heads for their ongoing support to run the event.
DEAR Jasminda,
I'm thinking of getting an ice bath for stress relief.
Do you have any views on this?
Gavin H.
the influencer perched next to you, knowing his Insta reel is going to need some serious filter action after he's turned a whiter shade of pale.
Oh, Gavin,
Sometimes I read a conundrum and my first thought is, yes, I have views on this, but do you really want to know them?
I have no qualifications in ice-bath therapy, so please take my advice as it is intended i.e. a good dose of common sense. Gavin, I'm fortunate enough to live within driving distance to the beach (and I'm not alone – over 80 percent of Australia's population lives within 50km of the coast), so something that astounds me is people making money from cold water immersion products or costly ice bath sessions at beachfront locations, when many of us can already enjoy similar benefits by plunging into the ocean.
I just don't see how you can get any stress relief knowing you are submerged in a highdensity polyethylene tub with some ice blocks thrown in.
I also reckon it would be disconcerting to have Sven
I know that I wouldn't be able to get any health benefits from an ice bath, not only because I would be wondering if I was going to have a heart attack, but also because I'd be pondering the fact that most portable ice-baths will one day be landfill, the effects of which are going to last a whole lot longer than any short-term stress relief gains.
And I'm confident, that as I reached the point of hypothermia, I'd be consumed with a vision of the plastic breaking up (not breaking down) into tiny pieces and ending up in the ocean (yes that aforementioned free cold water immersion source -- do you see where I am going with this?).
I'm sorry if I have deflated you more rapidly than a stick lodged in a portable ice bath, but If you must get one, could I urge you to have a trial run by putting ice into your home bath or laundry tub?
You may not even enjoy the experience, and nothing is sadder than an unrealised dream, except, perhaps, a fad that exits the mainstream and ends up in a sad heap on the verge ready for the next council clean up.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
q Following on from the popularity of last year’s event, the Nambucca Christmas Festival returns to Coronation Park on 5 December.
June Margaret Mathews
Passed away 15th November 2025 Aged 88 years.
Late of Pacifica Aged Care, Nambucca Heads. Loved partner of Paul Schultz (dec). June will be sorely missed by her children and their partners Mark & Cheryl, Annette & Panda Anderson, Nerida (dec) & Steven Boucher and Malcolm & Gail, as well as June’s 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and extended family.
Family and friends are invited to attend June’s funeral service at Bernard Laverty’s Funeral Chapel, Macksville on Thursday 27th November, 2025 commencing at 10:00am. Followed by interment in the Nambucca Heads Cemetery.
Bernard Laverty Funerals Tel: 6568 1555
Notice of AGM Nambucca Valley Landcare to be held on 11/12/2025
Contact Ainslie Ashton on 0456 372 931 regarding time and place for AGM
Garage Sale
GIANT garage sale Combined 3 Houses Sat 22/11, 9am - 2pm The Glen, Hyland Park
AMPEG 50W bass combo amplifier $100 Ph 0409561719
BAG, large 22" heavy duty aeg tool bag with wheels, as new $40 Ph 0409 561 719
PET OF THE MONTH
Winnie is a sweet, affectionate girl who starts off a bit timid but will blossom once she feels safe. She loves staying close to her people. She needs a calm, patient home with older children who can give her space and reassurance. With gentle care, she’ll become a loving, loyal, and deeply connected companion. Adoption fee for 2025/2026 is $230 and 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.
NAMBUCCA VALLEY
SATURDAY
HARD QUIZ KIDS
ABC FAMILY, 7.30pm
He’s quick to knock comedians down a peg or two on Taskmaster Australia, and doesn’t mind grilling the contestants on Hard Quiz – but does Tom Gleeson (pictured) hold back any barbs for the junior quiz contenders on this tweenage spin-off ? Not a chance! Another quartet of aspiring quizmasters land in Gleeson’s roasting pan in tonight’s episode: Veda is ready to show off her extensive dolphin knowledge, Viyona is cricket legend Jasprit Bumrah’s biggest fan, Tyler talks all things Titanic and Hrishi sets out to prove his Pluto prowess. It’s fun for the whole family.
FRIDAY,
November 21
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Tammy Huynh discovers a tropical haven.
8.30 Maigret. (PGav) Maigret is forced to confront his past when a politically connected billionaire demands his help.
9.25 Hard Quiz. (R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.50 Crime Night! (PG, R) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.
10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
10.55 ABC Late News.
11.10 Silent Witness. (Mal, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
SUNDAY
THE FORSYTES
ABC TV, 8.50pm
Not too many viewers would remember it, but any period drama on TV today owes a debt to the success of 1960s BBC serial The Forsyte Saga Based on John Galsworthy’s Nobel Prize-winning novels, the series drew an astounding audience of 18 million Brits for its 1969 finale. This irresistible adaptation from Poldark screenwriter Debbie Horsfield tips its cap to the original, with leading lady Susan Hampshire (who played Fleur) welcomed into the new cast as family matriarch Lady Carteret, alongside Jack Davenport, Eleanor Tomlinson, Joshua Orpin and Millie Gibson (both pictured). Set in late 1800s London, the sumptuous costume drama follows the romances and ambitions of a prominent upper-class clan.
(R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.05 Rick Steves’ Europe. (PG, R) 11.05 Wonderland: Lewis Carol To JRR Tolkien. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Point. (R) 2.05 Wildlife ER. (PG, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Hurricanes From Above. (PGa)
8.30 Unlocking The Secrets Of The Nazca Lines. (PGa, R) 9.20 The Welsh Valley That Won The Lottery. (PG, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Sisi. (MA15+av, R)
11.45 Tokyo Vice. (Malsv, R)
1.50 New Zealand From A Train. (R)
3.35 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
MONDAY SHANE
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Evening session. 9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 18. Brisbane Heat v Sydney Thunder. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane. 11.30 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
1.00 In Plain Sight. (Madv) A witness makes a startling discovery.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 5.00 NBC Today.
Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Late Programs.
(64) SBS MOVIES (32)
SBS FOOD, 8pm
Much like Stanley Tucci’s travels through Italy and Eva Longoria’s recent trek through Spain, Shane Delia (pictured) charts the history of his homeland Malta through its unique food in this docuseries. The celebrated Melbourne-based chef says the vibrant cuisine of the Mediterranean archipelago has long been overlooked, so it’s high time viewers got an authentic taste of its delectable delights, including the national dish stuffat tal-fenek (rabbit stew) and street food such as pastizzi (savoury pastries). From neighbourhood bakeries to Michelin-starred restaurants, Delia proudly loads up his plate to whet our collective appetite.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: Saving Asia. (PGa)
8.45 MOVIE: The Magnificent Seven. (2016, Mv, R) Seven mercenaries are hired by a small town. Denzel Washington. 11.25 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 Drive TV: Launch Pad. (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)
Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Hot Wheels. 9.00 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30
(83) 6am Dean Spanley. Continued. (2008, PG) 6.30 Bicycle Thief. (1948, PG, Italian) 8.05 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PG) 10.05 Marmalade. (2024, M) Noon Drunken Tai Chi. (1984, M, Cantonese) 1.40 Finding Graceland. (1998, PG) 3.30 Hajjan. (2023, PG, Arabic) 5.50 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 7.30 Defiance. (2008, M) 9.55 Syriana. (2005, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 Ambulance UK. (Ml, R) Paramedics respond to calls regarding an attempted suicide and an 81-year-old who has fallen off his mobility scooter. 9.50 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlv, R) Celebrity guests include Paul Mescal. 11.00 10’s Late News. 11.30 10 News+. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.
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SATURDAY, November 22
6.25 I Was Actually There: Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race Tragedy. (Final, PG, R) Looks at the 1998 Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 A Royal Guide To Wales. A look at Wales’ relationship with the royals.
8.25 This Is Joan Collins. (Malsv, R) Takes a look into the life of Joan Collins using never-before-seen home movie footage.
10.15 Reckless. (R)
11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R)
2.40 All Is Bright. (R)
3.55 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.15 PJ Masks. 6.25 Bluey. 6.35 Paddington. 6.45 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.30 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs.
News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (Final, PG, R) 3.25 Long Lost Family. (R) 4.10 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 9.10 Ireland’s Historic Gardens. (R) 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. (PG, R) 11.00 Shepherdess. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. First quarter-final. 3.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Second quarter-final.
NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 12.30 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Evening session.
9.00 Unfiltered: Cricket. (Premiere, PG)
9.30 MOVIE: Oblivion. (2013, Mlv, R) A drone repairman stationed on Earth must rescue a stranger from a downed spacecraft. Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Olga Kurylenko.
12.05 In Plain Sight. (Madv)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) Experts share advice on living well.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: The Wizard Of Oz. (1939, G, R) In the middle of a tornado, a young Kansas girl is transported to the magical land of Oz. Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr.
9.35 To Be Advised. (R)
1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) Neville shares tips on fruits and citrus.
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG) Religious program.
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
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6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 9.30
6am Hajjan.
(2023, PG, Arabic) 8.15 The Movie Show. 8.50 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 10.30 The Client. (1994, M) 12.45pm Let Me Introduce You To Sofia. (2018, M, Italian) 2.35 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PG) 4.35 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PG) 6.30 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PG) 8.30 Reservoir Dogs. (1992, MA15+) 10.20 The Sex Of The Angels. (2012, MA15+, Spanish) 12.20am Late Programs.
SUNDAY, November 23
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Ireland’s Secrets From Above. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gold Stars: The Story Of FIFA World Cups. 4.10 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid C’ship. H’lights. 5.10 The Throwback. (PG) 5.20 Primitive Medium. (R) 5.30 Hitler-Stalin: A Secret Relationship. (PGavw, R)
6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)
8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG) Heat five features an array of unique talent.
8.50 The Forsytes. (PG) James attempts to sabotage Joylon.
9.45 Return To Paradise. (PGa, R) A rock star is murdered in a locked theatre.
10.40 When The War Is Over. (PG, R) 11.15 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R)
3.30 The Art Of. (PG, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.10 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Speechless. 10.25 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) ABC FAMILY (22)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Black Death: Patient Zero. (PG)
9.10 Army Of Lovers: Ancient Greece. (M)
10.45 Odysseus Returns. (PG, R)
11.45 Uri Geller’s Secret Treasures. (PG, R)
1.05 MOVIE: Fiona Clark: Unafraid. (2021, M)
2.35 Mariupol: The People’s Story. (MA15+alvw, R)
4.15 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
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Bronze medal matches. 5.20 WorldWatch. 6.20 Abandoned Engineering. 7.20 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Gold medal matches. 9.30 Liaison. (Premiere) 11.30 Late Programs.
6am Widows’ Peak. Continued. (1994, PG) 7.25 The Movie Show. 8.00 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PG) 10.05 Defiance. (2008, M) 12.35pm La La Land. (2016, M) 2.55 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 4.55 Mia And The White Lion. (2018, PG) 6.45 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 8.30 The Remains Of The Day. (1993) 11.10 A Call To Spy. (2019, M) 1.20am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs.
2pm Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. First prelim. North Melbourne v Melbourne. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 6.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Evening session. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Football. AFL Women’s. Second preliminary final. Brisbane v Carlton. 9.45 MOVIE: Godzilla. (1998, PG) 12.35am Late
Morning Programs. 10.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 21. Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Renegades. 1.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Afternoon session. 6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Evening session.
9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 22. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Stars. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane.
11.30 MOVIE: The Invisible Man. (2020, MA15+av, R) A woman is tormented by her ex-boyfriend. Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
School: The Worst Years Of My Life. (2016, PG) 5.45 MOVIE: Cats & Dogs. (2001, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring. (2001, M) 11.05 Late Programs.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. The team helps a divorcee.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 60 Minutes.
8.00
Mobsters. (Madv)
World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mav, R)
8.40 Location, Location, Location Australia. (PGl, R) Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie head to Melbourne’s inner city and western suburbs. 9.50 Harry And Meghan: The Rise And Fall. (PGa) Looks at Harry and Meghan’s life. 10.50 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) The team investigates a series of fires. 11.50 FBI. (Mav, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.
6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Jeopardy! UK. 9.00 Seinfeld. 9.30 MOVIE: The Black Stallion Returns. (1983) 11.30 Adelaide Equestrian Festival. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Perth Lynx. 2.30 Surfing Aust. 3.00 My Way. 3.10 Cards And Collectables Australia. 3.40 Young Sheldon. 4.10 Dinner With The Parents. 4.40 MOVIE: Superman. (1978, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Batman Forever. (1995, PG) 10.00 Late Programs.
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6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
SBS World News. 7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure. (PG)
American Prince: JFK Jr. (PG)
9.20 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M)
10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 The Man Who Died. (Mv)
11.30 A Criminal Affair. (Mal, R) 1.10 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (Mavw, R) 2.15 The Story Of Spice. (R)
3.10 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kangaroo Beach. 5.55 Knee High Spies. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN
6am The Four
4.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (R)
8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)
9.40 Australia: An Unofficial History. (M, R)
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Families Like Ours. (Malns)
12.10 Carmen Curlers. (Mas, R) 2.25 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (MA15+avw, R)
3.30 The Story Of Beer. (PG, R)
4.25 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. Continued. (1974, PG) 7.00 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 8.45 Mia And The White Lion. (2018, PG) 10.35 Last Film Show. (2021, M, Gujarati) 12.40pm Corsage. (2022, M) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.20 The Remains Of The Day. (1993) 5.55 The Company. (2003, PG) 7.55 Man Up. (2015, M) 9.30 Late Night. (2019, M) 11.25 Late Programs. 6am Mia And The White Lion. Continued. (2018, PG) 7.25 The Movie Show. 8.00 The Company. (2003, PG) 10.05 Let Them All Talk. (2020, M) 12.10pm Voyage Of The Damned. (1976, M) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 5.30 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 7.30 The Furnace. (2020, M) 9.40 The Winter Guest. (1997, M) 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Evening session. 9.00 The Rookie. (Madv) The team helps Skip Tracer Randy when his new love interest is kidnapped.
10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team probes a customs broker’s disappearance.
11.00 Why Trains Crash. (PGa, R)
12.10 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Afternoon session. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Morning session. (Please note: alternative schedule may be shown due to changes to cricket coverage). 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Evening session. 9.00 Murder In A Small Town. (M) Karl is called up to Seattle where he is reunited with twisted serial killer Tommy Cummins.
10.00 Homicide: With Ron Iddles. (Mav, R) 11.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Final, Masv)
12.00 MOVIE: Secrets At The Inn. (2022, Mav, R)
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 Travel Guides. (PGl, R)
9.00 MOVIE: Crocodile Dundee II. (1988, PGlv, R) Mick Dundee’s girlfriend is kidnapped. Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski.
11.15 9News Late.
11.45 Transplant. (MA15+am, R)
12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG)
8.30 Jamie Durie’s
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WEDNESDAY, November 26
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.10 Outta Town Adventures. (PGn, R) 10.05 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 10.55 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Wildlife ER. (Mal, R) 2.55 Spain’s Atlantic Train. (PGaw, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
SBS World News.
7.35 Michael Palin In Venezuela. (PG)
8.30 Reckless. (Malv)
9.30 Scotland’s Poshest Train: Alan Cumming. (PG, R)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Crime. (M, R)
1.50 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (MA15+avw, R)
2.50 The Story Of Beef. (PGaw, R) 3.50 Travelling In The 1970s. (PGdsv, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40
Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons
6am The Movie Show. 6.10 Bring It On. (2000, PG) 8.00 The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 10.00 Man Up. (2015, M) 11.35 Late Night. (2019, M) 1.30pm The Girlfriend
THURSDAY,
R) 11.30 Crime Night! (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Mal, R) 2.00 Parliament. (Final) 3.00 QI. (PGl, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs. (PGl, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) A lighter look at the world of cricket.
9.30 Unfiltered: Cricket. (PG) Ricky Ponting discusses his career.
10.00 House Of Wellness. (PG)
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma)
12.00 MOVIE: Secrets In The Snow. (2020, Mav, R)
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 Budget Battlers. 8.40 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. (MA15+alv, R) 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Parole. (Mal) 11.30 Resident Alien. (Malv)
Tipping Point. (PG, R)
Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain.
8.25 Britain’s Railway Empire In Colour. (PG)
9.20 Vigil. (Mav)
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Vienna Blood. (Ma, R)
12.50 Willie Nelson: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw. (PGad, R)
2.50 The Story Of Sugar. (PGa, R) 3.50 Travelling In The 1970s. (Md, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Homicide. 12.50am Somewhere Boy. 1.50 Latecomers. 3.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGadl, R) A motorist is caught on a phone.
8.30 MOVIE: Uncharted. (2022, Mv, R) A street-smart young man is recruited by a seasoned treasure hunter to recover a famous lost fortune. Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg.
10.50 The Amazing Race. (PG)
12.20 The Front Bar. (Ml, R)
1.20 Life. (Malsv, R)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
Home vigils and support Gentle and Meaningful Deathcare Earth friendly coffins
Solid stableford
By Max TURNER
GOOD weather, great course and big field saw a lot of low scores in the Mitre 10 sponsored Single Stableford on Saturday.
Eighteen players had net 36 or better, indicating how well the course is playing.
Phil McWilliam with a net seven under par 43 had the best net score which won him Division 2 by two shots from runner up Bob Lindsay.
John Fortescue won Division1 (handicaps under18) by one shot from John Williams.
Feature of the day was Michael Trisley’s hole in one on the 3rd.
Unfortunately it was on the wrong hole to get him nearest the pin.
Nearest the pins went to Ross Donnelly and Glen Taylor.
Graham Vincent finished the day in the top half of the field with a creditable 34 points off a 25 handicap.
In future he will be the second regular Club player in his 90’s along with Dale Brunsdon.
Cheryl Fortescue continued her good form to win the ladies Stroke event with Helen Ferrero finishing runner up . Desma Hughes was the straight shooter with nearest the pin.
Low handicappers Max Graham and Brad Fortescue were winner and runner up respectively in the Mid Week Stableford competition.
