THE re-opening of one of Port Macquarie’s most historic buildings will take place at 10am on Saturday 29 November, with the Mid North Coast Maritime Museum to unveil its newly restored Pilot Boat Shed.
The heritagelisted Boat Shed at the end of Clarence Street has undergone a transformation, including a professional repaint and a full internal refresh.
The Maritime Museum will celebrate the upgrade with an official re-opening, marking a new chapter for the 143-year-old structure.
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Pilot Boat Shed reopens after restoration
BREAKWALL STAYS
Government scraps plans to redevelop iconic landmark
By Sue STEPHENSON
q Volunteer Ian Newman mans the pilot station. All photos: Sis Higgins.
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PORT Macquarie Hastings
Council has rejected moves to introduce a userpay system for sporting fields following a spirited debate among councillors that highlighted the financial pressures facing local families, struggling clubs, and Council’s own increasing maintenance costs.
Cr Nik Lipovac put
forward the successful motion at last week’s meeting, citing strong opposition from the community and hundreds of submissions received during the consultation process.
Cr Lipovac said the 72page engagement report showed clubs across football, rugby league, cricket and other codes remain firmly against any form of user-pay model,
despite Council providing additional information over the past 12 months.
“There is overwhelming opposition to introducing fees,” Cr Lipovac said.
“A dominant concern is that any new charge imposed on clubs would inevitably be passed on to players, forcing families, particularly those on low or fixed incomes, to reconsider participation.
“Parents and volunteers warn that even modest increases could exclude children from sport at a time when costof-living pressures are already high.”
Clubs also warned that new fees would be unaffordable, with some saying they would collapse.
Kendall Touch Football Association said its small competition “will 100 percent fold” if fees were adopted, ending almost 50 years of local sport.
The Mid North Coast Softball Association echoed that warning, saying the per-field model “would kill off our sport”.
Cr Danielle Maltman supported the motion, arguing that discouraging families from playing would erode the social and health benefits that community sport delivers.
Cr Rachel Sheppard moved an amendment seeking to have staff refine a single fee model for future consideration, including concession measures for low-income
households.
Cr Sheppard supported user charges covering about 25 percent of Council’s $1.6 million sporting field maintenance bill, noting that 75 percent is currently funded by ratepayers.
Cr Lauren Edwards, who had previously expressed concern about affordability barriers, said she now believed “it is inevitable that we have to make this move”, but only with concession rates for those who need them.
Cr Mark Hornshaw argued user groups should contribute to the upkeep of fields, saying “not all ratepayers play sport” and that hobbies are generally not subsidised by Council.
Cr Hamish Tubman also supported the amendment and called for safeguards to protect disadvantaged families.
The amendment was defeated 5-4.
Councillors then backed Cr Lipovac’s original motion 5-4, opting to retain the no-fee model and consider allocating additional maintenance funding through the 202627 operational plan.
Car linked to Port home invasion Council rejects sporting field fees in tight vote
POLICE have released a photo of a silver SUV seen in the area of an alleged home invasion in Port Macquarie.
The vehicle was recorded on security camera on Friday 17 October.
Around 2.10am that day, police were called to Park Street in response to reports of a home invasion.
They were told multiple offenders had entered a home and confronted a 26-year-old man.
Shots were allegedly fired by the intruders before they fled the property.
The male occupant was not
physically injured.
Officers from the Mid North Coast Police District commenced Strike Force Swayman to investigate the incident.
Following inquiries, CCTV of the silver SUV was obtained.
Police are now appealing for the driver or anyone with information about the vehicle to come forward.
People can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
*Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
q Sporting groups, including cricket clubs, have dodged a fee for use of local fields after Council rejected the move in a 5-4 vote at last week’s meeting. Photo: Matt Taylor.
q The silver SUV captured on security camera around the time of the 17 October home invasion. Photo: NSW Police.
Town Beach plan sets vision for foreshore upgrade
By Matt TAYLOR
COUNCIL has endorsed the draft Town Beach Reserve Master Plan for public exhibition, setting out a long-term vision for Port Macquarie’s popular beachfront.
The plan brings together more than 15 years of previous studies, concept plans and precinct strategies, consolidating them into a single framework to guide future investment and upgrades.
Town Beach Reserve’s ageing infrastructure, escalating environmental pressures and high levels of community use were
identified as key drivers for a co-ordinated update.
The draft plan proposes upgrades to the seawall, redesigned pathways, improved accessibility, expanded tree canopy, upgraded amenities and changes to parking and circulation.
These works are intended to strengthen both the recreational and environmental function of the reserve, particularly as the area faces sea-level rise, erosion and ongoing sand movement.
Council says the seawall has reached the end of its service life and underpins many of the improvements
proposed.
The plan aligns with the Coastal Walk strategy and supports the long-term goal of a continuous, accessible foreshore route linking Town Green to Oxley Beach.
Cultural values of the Birpai people have also been woven into the draft, with opportunities for interpretation and storytelling identified throughout the precinct.
No funding has yet been allocated, and projects would be staged through future operational plans.
Final priorities will depend on community feedback during the upcoming exhibition period.
Push for action on e-bikes around Town Green
By Matt TAYLOR
UNSAFE e-bike and e-scooter use in Port Macquarie’s town centre has prompted Council to explain its regulatory role
while urging the community to make direct complaints to State authorities.
Cr Nik Lipovac brought a notice of motion to last week’s meeting calling for
Council to publish clear information on its website about its responsibilities surrounding the use of e-bikes and e-scooters, and to encourage community members to report unsafe or illegal riding to Transport for NSW (TfNSW) and NSW Police.
Cr Lipovac said he had received numerous messages from locals and had witnessed an “ever-increasing” number of people riding e-bikes and e-scooters in ways that raise safety concerns, particularly in the Port CBD, around the Town Green and along the Southern Breakwall.
He said the issue was magnified on weekends and during holiday periods when visitor numbers surge.
Cr Lipovac initially investigated whether Council could restrict e-bike and e-scooter use in high-traffic pedestrian areas including the Town Green and Breakwall.
However, senior staff confirmed that Council had no authority to regulate vehicles in motion, with enforcement resting with TfNSW and the police.
Cr Lipovac said
encouraging more people to report unsafe riding was essential to protect pedestrians, including children and the elderly, and to ensure Port Macquarie remains a safe and appealing visitor destination.
He also referenced national and state injury data showing a rapid rise in e-bike-related trauma.
Emergency specialists at St Vincent’s Hospital in
Sydney, report a significant increase in serious injuries including lacerated organs, traumatic head impacts and broken bones, often linked to high speed, alcohol use and riders without helmets.
Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit figures also show a 627 percent increase in hospital presentations involving e-bike injuries since 2019, with males aged 15-19 most affected.
Cr Lipovac told the meeting that four e-bike fatalities involving children had occurred in Australia since July.
“Unfortunately, it’s once again the minority causing safety-concern issues, and this reflects badly on the responsible, law-abiding e-bike riders.”
The motion to better inform the community was carried unanimously.
q The Town Beach Reserve foreshore, where a draft master plan proposes major upgrades. Photo: Matt Taylor.
q Concerns have been raised about unsafe e-bike and e-scooter riding in Port Macquarie’s Town Centre. Photo: Matt Taylor.
Coastal land values hit record $582 billion
By Sis HIGGINS
LAND values across coastal NSW have climbed two percent to a record $582 billion.
The latest figures come from the NSW Valuer General following an analysis of almost 23,000 property sales.
Valuer General Sally Dale said, “The coastal market has shown a slight overall increase over the last year across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors while a slight reduction was experienced in rural land values.”
Residential land values rose 2.3 percent overall.
“The popularity of the [prestigious] coastal area of Byron Bay has seen it lead the increases,” Ms Dale said.
Byron recorded the strongest growth at 13.8 percent, followed by Wingecarribee, Newcastle, Tweed and Lismore.
Commercial land values increased 1.9 percent on average.
“The coastal commercial market has slight increases overall which have generally followed increases in similar residential areas as confidence returns to these locations.
“Commercial properties with mixed use potential have seen some of the largest increases across the region.” Wingecarribee saw the largest rise at 16 percent, with strong gains also recorded in Ballina, Nambucca and Newcastle.
Lismore and Coffs
Koala safety works ramp up ahead of mapping
By Matt TAYLOR
A COMPREHENSIVE update of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s Koala Action Plan has detailed major progress on habitat mapping, road-strike mitigation and the monitoring of local koala populations.
The report covers the first full year of implementation since Council adopted the plan in February 2024, following years of legislative changes, fire-related habitat loss and the species’ statewide reclassification to endangered.
The document details 44 actions, of which 16 have been completed, 10 are underway, and 17 are ongoing operational tasks delivered annually.
The plan does not provide a current population estimate, with Council advising that a formal assessment will be completed once the NSW Koala Habitat Mapping project is finalised in 2026.
Key achievements include upgrades to fauna fencing, completion of a new underpass on Ocean Drive, installation of 20 vehicleactivated warning signs, updated pavement
Harbour experienced reductions.
Industrial land values showed the strongest movement, rising 4.7 percent overall.
Ms Dale said this was “driven by low interest rates and constrained supply as well as continued growth of e-commerce”.
Rural land values fell 0.7 percent, with the sharpest drops in Shoalhaven, Kiama and Eurobodalla.
The new valuations will be used by Revenue NSW to calculate land tax for 2026, with assessment notices issued from January.
Landholders have 60 days from their notice date to lodge an objection with supporting sales evidence.
markings in known hotspots, and continued surveying by thermal drone and detection dog teams.
Council has also delivered school programs, dog-safety campaigns, and a koalasafe education initiative that installed 25 new signs.
These efforts earned Council a nomination in the Local Government NSW Environment
create a new
Awards.
Survey work around Port Macquarie Airport confirmed ongoing koala presence on Council land, with results feeding directly into the statewide mapping project.
Of the 36 landowners who gave survey consent, koalas were detected on 16 priority sites.
The Geographic Information Systems team continues to update hotspot data, with a new risk location emerging at Lake Road and the Oxley Highway.
Transport for NSW has been notified and discussions are underway about fencing upgrades.
Council says the next stage of work includes finalising the state mapping project, reviewing corridors for inclusion in the Local Environmental Plan, and continued maintenance of fencing, underpasses and habitat linkages.
q Coastal lands. Photo: nsw.gov.au.
q Koala hotspot signage on Pacific Drive reminds drivers to slow down in known risk areas. Photo: Matt Taylor.
Pilot Boat Shed reopens after restoration
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Vice President of the museum Neil Yates, said the transformation has resulted in a wonderful asset for the whole community.
“The Pilot Boat Shed is such an important part of the Mid North Coast’s maritime history,” he said.
“Several working bees have been held involving volunteers of the museum dressing up the maritime artefacts on the inside of the Boat Shed.
“The outside of the building has been professionally painted, contrasting with its previous rundown appearance.
“There’s also a new signpost together with [a] new sign that’s been installed near the entrance, in keeping with the style of the Boat Shed.”
The refurbishment was made possible through support from the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Community Grants fund, the National Maritime Museum, and the dedicated efforts of museum volunteers.
State Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer and Mayor of Port MacquarieHastings Council Adam Roberts, will attend the official re-opening.
Constructed in 1882 on the Town Green, the shed was relocated to its current
site in the 1950s and used by the NSW Maritime Services Board until 1986.
Today, it houses a
display of maritime heritage, including the Sea Scouts’ sail training craft “The ANZAC”, the only non–Royal Australian
Full house for ‘Billy Elliot’
By Pauline CAIN
THE musical “Billy Elliot” had a packed house for its opening weekend at the
Players Theatre in Port Macquarie on 22 November.
Twenty clients of Linked Community Services joined the matinee audience.
Their animated chatter on the bus home reflected how much they enjoyed the performance, with their reviews including “it was
such a fun show”, “very exciting and full of energy” and “a lot of hard work”.
The performances of the two young boys (Sam Moore
Beach nourishment works
PORT Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) will soon undertake beach nourishment works at Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve to “improve foreshore stability and provide enhanced sandy areas for families and visitors”.
Earlier this year, rock
bags were installed in the reserve to address ongoing erosion.
In early December, the area will be backfilled with marine sands sourced from the entrance sand berm.
Sand will be transported via trucks from the beach access off Illaroo Road back
to the reserve.
The works are expected to start early December and take approximately one week to complete.
During this time, sections of the foreshore reserve and the beach berm will be temporarily closed to the public for safety.
These works are part of foreshore beach nourishment and do not indicate an opening of the lake to the ocean.
“These works will protect the foreshore and create larger sandy areas for recreation,” PMHC Coast and Estuary Coordinator Ben
Navy vessel permitted to carry the name.
The Pilot Boatshed at 79 Clarence Street is open to the
and Finn Russell-Cargill) were described as terrific as were Mrs Wilkinson (Aneeka Brownsberger) and Grandma (Tracy Stedman).
“Billy Elliot: the Musical,” with music by Sir Elton John and book and lyrics by Lee Hall, tells the story of the miners’ strike in the north of England in the mid 1980s, and a miner’s son who starts attending ballet classes.
“This show has held such an emotional grip on me since I stepped into the Capitol Theatre in Sydney at the ripe age of eight, seeing my first musical ever,” said Wil Ferguson, who is making his directorial debut.
He has pulled together a local cast of 30, a production crew of almost 50, and 20 band members.
The show relies heavily on chorus work to convey
Foster said.
“We understand the community is eager to see the lake opened, especially as we head into the summer holidays.
"These works are focused on protecting the foreshore and providing safe spaces for families.
“The machinery on the sand berm is not opening the lake entrance.
“Council can only
public every day from 10am to 2pm, offering locals and visitors a close look at the region’s maritime past.
both the drama of the miners’ strike and the humour and emotion of Billy’s story.
From the opening number “The Stars Look Down,” the audience is in for a treat.
Linked client Valerie Wilson felt a personal connection to the story.
“My son was a professional dancer with the Queensland Ballet after winning a scholarship while performing at a dance eisteddfod,” she said.
“He was with them for two years and then became a ballroom dance teacher.”
Judy Kirby added, “We all enjoyed our social outing with Linked and we definitely recommend Billy Elliot”.
The season continues this weekend and next - with the final show on Sunday 14 December.
intervene at the entrance for flood mitigation purposes, but we are committed to monitoring conditions and keeping the community informed about the lake system.”
Water quality may appear brown due to natural processes, but monitoring shows that conditions remain within normal ranges.
q Sea Scouts’ sail training craft ‘The ANZAC’ on display.
q A fresh face for the Pilot’s station. Photo: Sis Higgins.
q The cast of Billy Elliott singing the opening number ‘The Stars Look Down’. Photo: supplied.
Stay scam-smart this Black Friday
Tourism body announces new board
THE Greater Port Macquarie Tourism Association (GPMTA) has elected a new Board for the 2025/2026 financial year.
The new leadership group was confirmed at the Association's Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday, 18 November.
The 2025/2026 GPMTA Board
President: Kerry Fox
Vice President: Janette Hyde OAM
Treasurer: Adam Button
Secretary & Public
Officer: Chris Denny Wauchope & Hinterland Representative: Ian Mobbs
“The Association extends its sincere thanks to outgoing Board members Helen Mansfield, Cassie Clarke and Rod Bucton for their valuable contributions and dedication,” GPMTA said in a statement.
“GPMTA also warmly welcomes newly elected members Luke Hadfield, Denise Wilson and Bianca Moore, who will join the leadership team for the year ahead.
“With strong representation from across the region, the new Board is committed to positioning Greater Port Macquarie as a leading and sustainable tourism destination.
“GPMTA will continue to focus on strategic partnerships, industry support, and advocacy to strengthen local visitor experiences and drive economic growth.”
By Sis HIGGINS
SHOPPERS gearing up for a major Black Friday deal are being urged to stay alert to scams.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), estimates that $259 million has been lost to scams in 2025.
Authorities expect this figure to rise as online spending increases in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
Consumers spent more than $37 billion during November last year, with Black Friday driving record sales, according to
the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Jason Veltruski, Fraud Operations Manager at NGM Group, said scammers often use the hype surrounding Black Friday to their advantage.
“Black Friday has become the unofficial start of Christmas shopping, and scammers know it,” he said.
“They copy the look and language of trusted brands, send fake delivery updates, and post social-media ads that appear genuine.
“With so much happening online, even careful shoppers can be caught off-guard – which is why a few simple checks
can make a big difference.”
Common scams expected to peak this week include fake online stores, delivery-message scams, payment impersonations, suspicious social-media bargains and pressuretactic countdowns designed to make shoppers act fast.
“This time of year should be about enjoying the season, not dealing with scams.
“Shopping safely online is simple – take your time, trust your instincts, and buy from brands you know.”
NGM Group advises Australians to shop via trusted sources, manually type retailer web addresses,
and check for real business details before paying.
The organisation also urges people to save receipts and tracking numbers, and to monitor bank accounts for unusual activity.
If you suspect you have been targeted, report it to the ACCC via Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov. au) and contact your bank immediately if you have shared personal or payment details.
NGM Group is the customer-owned organisation behind Greater Bank and Newcastle Permanent.
Mud crabs in the creek, yellowfin success offshore
By Kate SHELTON
I SPENT last weekend camping at Hat Head with friends.
The kids had a blast catching mud crabs in the creek, while the dads headed offshore and were rewarded with some great yellowfin tuna action.
I must admit I was a little jealous, but someone had to look after the baby.
Fishing in the Camden Haven region has been a bit of a mixed bag lately.
While there has been some tailor caught around the local headlands, the action has been inconsistent.
Luderick and bream, however, have been more reliable, with both Bonny Hills and Crowdy headlands proving to be productive spots.
Offshore conditions have been typically unpredictable for this time of year, due to unsettled weather and strong currents.
Closer to shore, anglers are still catching nice snapper and a variety of other reef
fish.
The Laurieton FAD has produced mahi mahi intermittently and is expected to improve as the warmer currents push further south.
On the game fishing front, a few marlin have been sighted offshore, raising hopes for increased activity as the inshore black marlin season begins further north.
In the Hastings River, bream have been caught around the breakwalls and local wharfs.
The local headlands are also yielding decent bream and tailor, along with excellent catches of drummer and luderick at Queens Head.
The offshore scene saw those who ventured out during the week encounter a variety of reef fish, including snapper and pearl perch. Game fishing enthusiasts who fished past the ridge were rewarded with yellowfin tuna.
Further north in the Macleay region, the fishing scene has been equally promising.
Inshore reefs have been
productive for snapper and pearl perch, while mahi mahi have been in deeper waters off South West Rocks and Hat Head.
Kingfish have been spotted around Fish Rock and on the deeper reefs off Crescent Head.
Beach fishing is seeing a surge in bream activity, particularly in the northern
areas like Horseshoe Bay, Goolawah Beach, and Big Hill. Fresh worms, squid, and prawns have proven to be the most effective baits.
In the Macleay River itself, flathead fishing remains excellent, and whiting numbers are starting to show improvement, with some solid fish being landed near Jerseyville.
q Be alert to online shopping scams. Photo: Canva.
q Fresh sashimi on the way: Joel Pavy, Rick Adorini, and Mitch Lowe with a great Yellowfin haul off Hat Head this past weekend.
BREAKWALL STAYS
break.
King, the three-time world bodyboarding champion who spearheaded the campaign against reconstruction.
“It’s a huge win. It’s an iconic breakwall and we can keep it special as it is,” he told News Of The Area.
“[They] should apologise for using urgent maintenance and safety to scare the community.”
The proposed replacement, which included widening the pathway and installing lights and fishing platforms, would have meant the removal of mature pine trees and the world-famous painted rocks.
The Save Our Breakwall group organised public protests and funded an independent report by highlyrespected engineer Angus Gordon, which concluded that targeted repairs were needed - not a major reconstruction.
TfNSW’s announcement this week now concurs with that report.
“While earlier assessments suggested major works were required, the most recent comprehensive engineering report confirms the structure is largely stable, with only two small sections needing targeted attention,” it said in a statement.
delay increases the risk to the public,” he said.
safe' approach, including clear warning signage, regular monitoring, and planning for a long-term solution through a Review of Environmental Factors.
“This ensures public safety, protects the local environment, and delivers the best outcome for the community.”
However, recent rock collapses on both the northern and southern breakwalls have prompted calls for those repairs to be undertaken urgently.
“The [Southern] Breakwall, which was completed in 1939, has become a much loved scenic walkway attracting thousands of users each day, and is in fact the second most popular walkway on the Mid North Coast.
“I want to see it retained as the icon it has become, with all of the colourful artworks.
“My primary concern is, and always will be, the safety of the public.”
There were also fears it would negatively alter the adjacent world-class surf
“On the basis of this updated expert advice, the Government will proceed with a 'maintain and make
Member for Port Macquarie Robert Dwyer said the latest damage highlights the growing safety risks and reinforces the need for immediate progress.
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Mr Dwyer said he understands that TfNSW is currently reviewing the next steps for the upgrade, with decisions to be informed by recent technical assessments.
“These assessments are essential to ensuring that the works are properly planned, appropriately resourced, and capable of delivering longterm safety for everyone who uses the Breakwall.
“Whatever works are necessary, whether immediate repairs, structural upgrades, or broader safety improvement, must be treated as urgent.”
The proposed reconstruction of the breakwall also contributed to the division between Councillors in the last term of Port Macquarie-Hastings Council.
Councillor Nik Lipovac, who supported the
redevelopment, said he is disappointed by the TfNSW decision.
He noted that the breakwall became a “hugely politicised” issue during the 2023 State Election with the ongoing controversy making it difficult to attract tenders.
“Congratulations to all those who spread misinformation about the legitimacy of the project, and continue to do so, because without the upgrade, you don’t get the proposed wider path and new seating that we so desperately need for an ever-increasing number of users,” he shared on social media.
“The Breakwall was not going to be destroyed, it was being improved upon, made better and stronger.
“It’s well and truly past its use by date.
“The money was on the table and now it appears TfNSW are going to deny us the funding they promised.”
Current Mayor Adam Roberts, who opposed the reconstruction alongside his predecessor Peta Pinson, welcomed the decision.
“It means the longrunning discussion over whether a full replacement of the Southern Breakwall was necessary or indeed needed has now been put to bed.
“I have recently spoken with… Robert Dwyer, and offered to assist and support his office or the NSW Government if there is a desire to progress a new project that would see the widening of the breakwall footpath, which would cater for the growing volume of users of this key coastal walkway.”
q Damian King (in white shirt) spearheaded the campaign and protests to Save Our Breakwall. Photo: Sue Stephenson.
q Member for Port Macquarie Rob Dwyer is calling for repairs to be undertaken urgently.
By Rikki WALLER
EVERY year, the Lake Innes Rural Fire Service (LIRFS) proudly responds to more than 300 calls from the community.
From bushfires and motor vehicle accidents to rescue operations and natural disasters, the 60-strong team of dedicated volunteers steps up with unwavering purpose, passion, and pride.
With calls rising by a staggering 20 percent yearon-year and the hotter months fast approaching, LIRFS is inviting the community to step behind the scenes, see what they do, and discover how they too can get involved.
Outside of an interest in learning new skills and gaining a greater understanding of the local area, volunteers share a common desire to support
Flash mob fights for mums Behind the scenes with Lake Innes RFS
By Rikki WALLER
the community, make new friends, and have a bit of fun at the same time.
"The team has been super welcoming,” new recruit Jake Little told News Of The Area.
“Every Monday night, the group of volunteers have dedicated their time to upskilling me in fire behaviour, equipment, and safety.
“Seeing the increased impacts of a changing climate on our local community, this is one way I would encourage people to get involved."
There are no prerequisites - in fact, members range in age from as young as 12 to 82.
“We are open to anyone and everyone to join our brigade, in whatever capacity suits them,” Senior Deputy Captain Nathan Goodsell told NOTA.
“We have operational volunteer roles on the fire
WITH a burst of music and a flood of red t-shirts, Town Beach came alive on Saturday 22 November as part of a series of flash mobs appearing around the country.
ground, and non-operational roles [in] communications, community engagement and education.”
Nathan and the team will be taking part in a number of community events in the lead-up to Christmas, starting with the Lake Innes Village Twilight Markets on Saturday 29 November from 4.30pm7.30pm.
Members of the community are encouraged to visit the LIRFS stall to learn about fire safety and hear what it’s like to be a firefighter.
The LIRFS Christmas Gathering will be held at the Fire Station at 11 Lake Innes Drive from 5pm on 13 December.
The community will have the opportunity to enjoy some free food while exploring the fire trucks and equipment and meeting local firefighters.
Led by Rachel Leman of Miss Motivator, 25 mums descended on the local beach with one mission in mind: to highlight the importance of better care for pregnant and postpartum women, and a safe return to exercise.
Then, on 18 December, the man in red will appear on board the Lake Innes Fire Brigade Truck at the highly anticipated Sovereign Hills
Santa’s Jolly Lolly Run.
Donations go a long way to ensuring LIRFS has necessary equipment and general operational support.
To donate or learn more
“All mums should have access to safe, effective exercise," Jen told News Of The Area.
“Returning to movement after birth is not a nice to
Recognising the lack of support and funding after the current women's health budget skipped these important challenges, founder of MumSafe, Jen Dugard, wanted to do something to get the conversation started.
have, it’s health care.”
Nine towns across the country sprung to life with motivated mums doing a workout, each having their own personal reason for participating.
Port Macquarie mums hit the mats early at 9.30am, coordinating a fun routine to the empowering sounds of Beyonce’s “who runs the world?”.
According to Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA), one in three women experiences pelvic issues after giving birth, often accompanied by physical or psychological trauma, and up to half develop some level of prolapse.
“Pelvic floor and prolapse are common, yet under discussed," said Jen.
“Prevention and early, supported recovery matters.
“When postpartum rehabilitation and safe return-to-exercise are
underfunded or overlooked, problems can compound, affecting long-term health, participation in sport/ work, and quality of life through perimenopause and menopause.”
Despite a women’s health budget of $700 million there is no clearly earmarked funding for preventive postpartum recovery or safe return-to-exercise programs. Also of concern, is that the fitness industry is largely unregulated.
“A routine six-week check is not enough to ensure a mum is ready for impact exercise or heavy loading," said Jen.
“Mums deserve qualified guidance and collaboration with pelvic health physiotherapists.”
Women in need of specialised trainers and exercise professionals seeking further information can refer to the MumSafe Movement website: mumsafemovement.com/.
about joining the team, visit the Lake Innes Rural Fire Service Facebook page.
q Lake Innes Rural Fire Service volunteers. Photo: supplied.
q Port Macquarie’s flash mob crew. Photograph: supplied.
Liberty’s walk against family violence
By Rikki WALLER
COMMUNITY members
in the Port MacquarieHastings region are invited to wear white and join the Liberty Coastal Walk Against Domestic and Family Violence on Sunday 30 November.
The walk is in support of safer futures for women and children.
Hosted by Liberty Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Services, this
annual event begins at 8am in Westport Park with coffee, music and guest speakers.
Among the speakers is Dave Kramer, an Ambassador for the Small Steps 4 Hannah Foundation.
Mr Kramer became an advocate following the tragic loss of his best friend Hannah Clarke and her children, in 2020.
Walkers will head east along the coastline, with the
option to finish at Town Beach or continue to the official finish line at Flynns Beach.
Along the way, walkers are encouraged to pause, reflect, and connect, taking in the handpainted “hope rocks” that are hidden along the route, offering messages of support and strength.
The morning concludes with light refreshments and an opportunity to connect with others to honour survivors, remember lives
lost, and stand against violence.
“So far this year, 62 women have been killed as a result of violence,” said Kelly Lamb, Liberty CEO.
“Domestic and family violence is happening right here in our local community.
“Last year, Liberty supported more than 3000 people, helping women and children move towards safety and recovery.”
Funds raised for the Walk
will help Liberty provide vital local services, including crisis accommodation, safety planning, and recovery and healing programs.
“Every step we take together sends a powerful message that we see, hear, and stand with those impacted by domestic and family violence,” Ms Lamb said.
Registration for the Walk is free at libertycoastalwalk. com.au.
Participants can register
individually or as a team, with all funds staying local to support women and children. The event is proudly sponsored by Change Partners: Kristal Kinsela Consulting, Lifestyle Group, Lux Laser and Aesthetics, Men and Women at Work, Small Steps 4 Hannah, Sovereign Vet Hospital; and community partners Better Insurance Cover, Harvey Norman Port Macquarie, and Magnified Accounting.
*If you need support, call Liberty on (02) 6583 2155 or phone 1800 RESPECT.
JOY lights up Luminance Gallery
By Sis HIGGINS
JOY has opened at Luminance Art Gallery in Port Macquarie, showcasing an end-of-year exhibition of artworks by young people from the Mid North Coast.
The gallery issued an open call earlier this year and waived all entry fees to remove barriers to participation.
More than 30 young artists submitted work, and the gallery shortlisted 22 pieces for exhibition.
The show features
artworks by under fifteens alongside a small group of established artists who anchor the exhibition.
“The JOY exhibition says to young artists: there’s space for you and for your creativity,” says Luminance Gallery director Dr Dominic O’Grady.
“By adding experienced local artists to the mix, I hope to illuminate some of the pathways available to young people who want to follow their vision.”
The exhibition fills
FitzSimons ‘works the crowd’ at Port Library
By Pauline CAIN
AUTHOR, journalist and former Australian rugby player Peter FitzSimons charmed a crowd of around 100 people at the Port Macquarie Library on Monday, 24 November.
FitzSimons is one of Australia’s best selling nonfiction writers, and was in town to promote his latest work, “The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop”.
Dunlop was the heroic doctor whose leadership was a lifeline for the Australian WWII POWs on the infamous Thai-Burma Railway.
Karen Bale, who was the first to get a signed copy, was particularly moved by his story as her father-in-
law was a prisoner-of-war in Changi.
The book is FitzSimons’ latest re-telling of the life of a well-known Australian figure.
His other works have included “Breaker Morant”, “Burke and Wills”, “Monash’s Masterpiece”, “Kokoda,” “Ned Kelly” and “Gallipoli”.
From the beginning of the evening, FitzSimons held the audience in the palm of his hand.
“What a splendid literary occasion this is, here in Port Macquarie,” he said.
His animated recitation of “The Man From Snowy River” (which he could do from the age of seven) set the tone for the evening and
came with sound effects, character voices and action.
There were lots of laughs as he shared stories about rugby, former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, and why Port Macquarie is important to him.
“My turn to writing started here in early 2000 when I met Nancy Wake.”
Wake, a decorated WWII resistance fighter and spy codenamed “The White Mouse”, lived in Port Macquarie between 1985 and 2001.
FitzSimons’ storytelling prowess was also evident as he reminisced about his childhood.
There are two great stories of all time, according to FitzSimons, the shipwreck of the Batavia off the coast of Western Australia in 1629 and the Catalpa Rescue about the breakout from Fremantle Prison in 1875.
His recounting of these stories was compelling.
Librarian and host for the evening Leanne Wright was left with the last words: “That was bloody brilliant.”
the gallery with colour, movement and raw creative energy.
It also establishes a pathway for young local artists to experience the full cycle of submitting, exhibiting and speaking about their work in a professional setting.
A new work by 16-year-old Luke Baker, who won the 2025 Luminance Young and Emerging Artist Prize in the 15 to 25-year age category, is among those on display.
Dr O’Grady said
the exhibition reflects the gallery’s mission to encourage emerging talent while keeping the space accessible to the community.
“I’m keen to exhibit good art, support local talent, and if I cover costs then it’s mission accomplished.”
Any proceeds generated by the show contribute directly to gallery rent, electricity and insurance.
Luminance does not take a commission or profit from its exhibitions,
Port Mac Goss: Nardi Beresford
By Dave ‘Scoop’ LAZARUS
PORT Macquarie Race Club
CEO Nardi Beresford is a passionate advocate for horse racing and her community.
She joins me for this week’s edition of Port Mac Goss.
Nardi, tell us how you got involved in the world of horse racing?
I grew up in the small town of Quirindi in North West NSW. This is where I met my husband and we have two wonderful sons and now four beautiful grandchildren. My interest in racing came when I joined the Quirindi Jockey Club as Secretary/ Manager and then working at Scone Race Club. I have been involved in the administration side of the racing industry for over 15 years and I have now been with Port Macquarie
Race Club for eight years.
In your role as CEO of the Race Club you wear many hats, what does a normal day look like for you?
In my role as the CEO of a race club, there is no normal day or week. This is why I love the job. Every day and every week is different. Of course you have the usual tasks you do each week but something is always different, be it a function, races or a concert. Some weeks you just never know what is going to happen.
The Race Club recently hosted the 2025 Port Macquarie Cup. Can you give our readers a debrief on the event?
We had a fantastic Cup Day and loved seeing
a model that allows young artists to grow without financial pressure.
JOY runs through the summer period, giving local families, visitors and schools the opportunity to see the creativity coming through the region.
Dr O’Grady hopes the exhibition will inspire more young people to create and to continue developing their skills, with plans to expand similar youth-focused projects in 2026.
everyone enjoy themselves. From the Brookvale Union Lawn Party to the Rose Rose Retreat to the fabulous fashions, everyone had a great time. The Port Cup is such an iconic day on the town's social calendar and visitors are jumping on board. We have more ideas up our sleeve to make next year bigger and better.
As a community, what do you think makes Port Macquarie so special?
I am still only relatively new to the region and came from a community of 3000 people. I thought Port would be like a city, but I have since learned it is still a small town with community values. We all are proud of where we live and as a business I find it very important to support other businesses, community and sporting organisations as well as charities. I love being involved in such a proactive community.
Finally, what do you like to do for fun?
I have recently branched out and joined a syndicate in ownership of a horse which is very exciting. In my down time (which isn’t often) I enjoy spending time with family and friends, fishing and reading. It is also nice to attend other clubs' racedays to support and enjoy their days (and maybe get some ideas along the way).
q Cockatoo painting by Jacob Beardow, Summer, acrylic on canvas. Photo: supplied.
q Nardi Beresford (second from right) has been with the Port Macquarie Race Club for eight years.
q Peter FitzSimons at the Port Macquarie Library. Photo: supplied.
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Students showcased in Spark Arts Festival
By Pauline CAIN
THE St Agnes’ Education Spark Arts Festival, a collaboration between MacKillop, St Joseph’s Regional, and Newman Colleges, was presented at the Glasshouse on Thursday 20 November.
Over 200 performers took to the stage with an additional 100 featured in the evening show, and more than 100 students exhibiting artwork.
Choirs, dance works, bands, drama and solo acts from across the three schools took over the Glasshouse precinct, the museum and the historic courthouse.
MacKillop College Captain Willis Jensen said the opportunity to perform at the Glasshouse was fabulous.
“I had the privilege to perform both dance and drama and it
was awesome to share the stage with students from all our parish schools,” he said.
Cath Eichmann, Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Regional Assistant Director, spoke to News Of The Area after the Thursday matinee performance.
“There is a legacy of over 30 years of our creative and performing arts students and staff wanting to showcase their talents and their passions,” she said.
“There is so much amazing work going on in classrooms everyday that is authentically showing what our students are doing.”
Fiona Jensen, Drama Teacher at St Joseph’s Regional College, said the festival was “magic on stage”.
“Each student had an
opportunity to shine and I couldn’t be more proud of my students,” she said.
Musical ensembles and choirs continued to entertain the audience at the evening performance, from the Combined St Agnes’ Primary Schools Band, to the Combined Schools Concert Band and Drumline and the stage bands and choirs for each school.
St Joseph’s Regional College Principal Tanya Daley said, “This has been a beautiful opportunity to showcase our colleges together, rather than competing.
“It is also testament to our hardworking students and staff, to pull this off at this time of the year.”
MacKillop College Principal Adam Kelly said the event had created a “real excitement amongst the students”.
SPORT
Calling future sailors
By Sis HIGGINS
DISCOVER Sailing Day will bring the community
together at McInherney Park from 11am to 3pm on Saturday 29 November. Port Macquarie Sailing
Surf dynasty
eventually competing in Pro Junior events and the World Qualifying Series (WQS).
Not only excelling as a competitor, Peter collected multiple state and national titles, but also made his mark as a coach and judge at the highest level.
His roles included NSW Team Coach at the Australian Surf Titles in Western Australia in 1988 and Head Judge for the Australian Longboard Titles at Crescent Head in 1998.
Peter’s success helped build the strong foundation of what would become one of NSW’s leading surf clubs and the launch pad for Wayne’s surfing journey.
Starting in the junior ranks, Wayne climbed the Surfing NSW and Surfing Australia pathway,
Along the journey, he amassed three Australian Titles and five NSW State Titles, becoming one of the region’s most decorated and respected surfers.
Wayne made his mark on club history by winning two PMSRC Open Titles, in 2000 and 2008.
Following in his father’s footsteps, he combined competition with contribution, earning Level 2 judging and coaching accreditations and serving as a Regional Director, helping to shape events and development pathways for surfers along the coast.
“Surfing has allowed me to travel the country and the world, so I am super lucky
Club (PMSC), Port Macquarie
Yacht Club (PMYC) and Sailability Port Macquarie are inviting everyone to try
and grateful,” Wayne told News Of The Area.
“It has allowed me to work and share my passion and knowledge with so many people.
“I am fortunate in so many ways that I can give back my knowledge, time and skills to the community.”
Fast forward to today, son Ollie has stepped onto the winner’s podium as the most recent PMSRC Open Title winner.
This triumph followed victories in six of the eight events during the club’s season, seeing him clinch the overall title.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Ollie is progressing through the national junior pathway and last year earned a solid ranking in the national series, signalling a bright future for his surfing.
Just like his dad and grandfather, Ollie is also giving back to the surfing
sailing for free.
The event welcomes individuals, families and groups of friends to
community.
A Level 2 Judge with experience at QS events and a Level 2 Progressive Coach, he’s helping nurture the next generation of Port Macquarie surfers.
A familiar face amongst the Port Macquarie community, Wayne is beyond proud of son Ollie, who, outside of his remarkable surfing achievements, recently graduated high school with early entry into a business degree.
“Really, it didn’t shine on me, this generational success, until a few friends mentioned it when I was up at the Australian Boardriders Battle event,” Wayne said.
“I know that I was extremely proud and happy for him to be recognised as the best surfer in the club and was pretty stoked about how many of the monthly events he won this year.”
experience sailing in a safe, fun and accessible environment.
The aim of Discover Sailing Day is to introduce people to the sport and show how enjoyable and affordable it can be.
PMSC Club Secretary Stuart Symons encourages the community to drop by.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for us to welcome the community to our clubs and our sport,” he said.
“We encourage anyone who has ever wanted to try sailing to come and have a look and enjoy a sail with an experienced club member or instructor.
“We provide all the instructors, boats and safety equipment, so all you have to do is come along prepared for a good time with a hat and some sunscreen.”
Visitors can take a short sail on a yacht or a dinghy with an experienced sailor, explore the club’s facilities,
enjoy a barbecue, and learn about sailing pathways for all ages and abilities.
Alongside the sailing and yacht clubs, Sailability Port Macquarie will open its fleet of Hansa 303 Access boats and support vessels for people with varying abilities. Their volunteers will help participants discover sailing as a fun, safe and rewarding activity.
PMYC Commodore Andrew Walmsley said, “Our Discover Sailing hosts can answer any questions about sailing and our volunteers will ensure you have an enjoyable day.
“We recommend people book in advance to ensure they can get out on the water, but you can also register on the day.”
The community can register for a free sailing experience through the Yacht Club website pmyc.com. au/events/318175 or by emailing contact-us@pmyc. com.au.
on BACK COVER Page
q St Joseph’s Regional Dance Company. Photo: supplied.
q ‘Discover Sailing’ at McInherney Park.
q Peter, Ollie, and Wayne Hudson. Photo: supplied.
Emerald Downs Golf Club
By Colin EVERINGHAM
TUESDAY 18/11/2025
Number of Players – 19
Game Played –Stroke –played the front nine twice due to the Golf Club coring the greens.
NTP 4 Glenn
Holt (1st round)- birdie
NTP 4 Neil
Flatters(2nd round) - birdie
NTP 9 Don Jessop( 1st round)
NTP 9 Ray Marsh (2nd round) - birdie
Winner- Ray Marsh Net 70 ( winner - AGAIN) -on count back
2nd Glenn Holt Net 70 ( on count back)
3rd Ken Baldwin Net
70 4th Col Hutchings Net
72 (on count back)
5th Steve Vickers Net 72 (on count back)
6th John Gillard Net 72( on count back)
FRIDAY 21 NOV 2025
Friday Afternoon Golfers
Results for 21 NOV 2025 Number of Players: 29 playing on the Front 9 holes. Winner: Mick Hourigan Nett 34 was on 8 now on 3
2nd: Ken Gallie Nett 35
3rd: Terry Doherty Nett 36
4th: Peter Casey Nett 37
5th: Glenn Holt Nett 37 c/b
6th: Gerry Nagel Nett 38
NTP 4th Hole Second Shot: Bob Lineham NTP 9th Hole Second Shot: Mick Hourigan
Raffle Winner: Bill Wagner
By Leonie MULVIHILL
24th NOVEMBER.
Stableford Captains versus Presidents Trophy. 51 players.
Division 1: Winner Emi Sato 20 points
Runner Up Gaylene Fielding 19 points
Division 2: Winner Robyn
Cobban 19 points c/b
Runner Up Marlene Davar 19 points
Division 3: Winner Barbara Batt 23 points
Runner Up Lyn Elliott 19 points c/b
Chris Essex 19 points
Deb Broome 19 points
Division 4: Winner Elizabeth Cains 20 points
Wauchope Women's Bowling Club Hastings Ladies Social Golf
By Julie FRASER
THURSDAY 20/11/25
Winners of 1st Semi
Final of Major Pairs were Lil Allen and Kathy Sweeney over Ida Walker and Sally Webber 18/17 .
Winners of fan of cards were Doris McKinnon and Glenda Elford
Losers were Ita Walker and Sally Webber
Jackpot number 31 was Wendy Kennedy who was present
Results of Charity Day 22/11/25
We had 28 bowlers play on Saturday morning and Wauchope Womens
Bowling Club raised $684 for the Wauchope Hospital rehabilitation unit . A lot of laughs and chocolate touches and fantastic raffle prizes donated by our members . Plus a lovely morning tea to start. Thank you everyone who played and to the committee who worked on the day .
Winning lead Rex. Winning 2nd Kylie M. Winning Skip Doris McKinnon
Losing lead Lil Allen, winning 2nd Jamie Blackman and winning skip Paul Fraser
Winner of the Spider was Jenny Wooster
Wauchope Monday Mixed Bowls
By Beth GABRIEL
24.112025
A GENTLE breeze that cooled the players and made bowls interesting was a delight. Winners for the afternoon were rink 13 being Patricia Fletcher, Bob Walker and James Hayward. This team started strongly but at end 15, the opposition (Sue, Larry and Marie) scored a 6 which reduced their lead to one point but the opposition left their run too late to finish three points behind!
Runners Up were John Smythe, Carol Higgins and Martin Greenfield (the organisers on the day) with
a winning margin of three. Congratulations to John and Val who celebrated a major wedding anniversary. I hear John is expecting a letter from K Charles!
Lucky Losers on rink 14 were Geoff McNeal, Judith Farrand and George Campbell who only went down by three points after a 4-4 draw on the 5th end then taking the lead on the 13th but loosing it on the 15th/. This team won 10 ends but the score wasn’t the indicator. In the meantime rink 11 were soundly beaten by Todd and his team. Todd did his gentleman’s act by finding
Beth’s lost card on the 4th end. It blew away and could not be seen (Beth thought someone hid it0 but it was located across the King St road in the gutter. Such a gentle breeze! Beth should have used one of the clip boards! Todd was practicing all his shots for the weekend’s competition. Best of bowls for then.
The Jackpot still hasn’t gone off and so increases further for next Monday. In the meantime raffle winners were Gina, James, Judith twice, Patricia and Gunnar. Thank you to Carol and Martin for doing the teams.
Runner Up Christine Smith 19 points
NTP: Gaylene Fielding 2nd hole, Deb Williamson 9th hole
Lucky numbers: Christine Smith and Anne Radburn
Trophy Winner: Captains 344 points to Presidents 329
Port Macquarie Sailing Club
By Jeff WALSH
23-11-25
PORT Macquarie Sailing Club held their monthly double header on Sunday, consisting of Spring Series Race 6 at 11.00am and the 3rd Club Championship at 2pm. The overnight showers had cleared to a warm and mostly sunny day with the morning race starting in a light North Easter which came in nicely as the race progressed and stayed well for the afternoon race.
Jack Corthals was on duty, and the course for the morning race started with a downriver work against the last of the run in tide to a Port mark off Stevens Street, a reach across to another Port buoy on the North side of the river, a run up to yet another Port mark across the river from the Rowing Club, a short reach across to the final Port mark just off the Rowing Club, then a work back to the start line to complete the lap. There were no catamarans, and the monohulls did 3 laps.
The afternoon race was a similar start against the North Easter although the tide had just started to run out, and the downriver marks had been moved
further down so the reach was a longer reach across to the mouth of Limeburners Creek. The upriver run went up to a Port mark opposite the Sailing Club, then a reach across to a Starboard mark off the Sailability pontoon, a loose reach up to another Starboard mark up past the Rowing Club on the North side, and a work back to the start line, once again, 3 laps.
Race 6 of the Spring Series in the morning for the Monohulls saw Terry Howard in his Impulse ‘Flying Dragon’ and Simon Gandy and Ezra Mert in their Tasar ‘Voyager’ get a good start on the fleet, leaving Rob Barwick in his Impulse ‘Drift’, Steve Couch in the Laser ‘Lazybuoy’, and Steve and Lucy Bohlsen in their MG14 ‘Interceptor’ a little way behind. The other 2 Tasars, Dave McNeill and Stuart Symons in ‘Elmo’ and Reid and Tyler Lucas in ‘Red Star’ lost a lot of ground on the fleet at the upwind marks as the breeze dropped out and the tide kept pushing them from the marks. By the end of the first lap, ‘Drift’ was about 500m behind ‘Flying Dragon’ but kept closing in from there as the race drew on to pip ‘Flying
Dragon’ on the line by 2 seconds. The yardsticks pushed ‘Voyager’ back to 3rd, just 35 seconds ahead of ‘Lazybuoy’. ‘Interceptor’ and ‘Elmo’ were the last of the finishers as newcomers ‘Red Star’ pulled out after 2 laps.
The monohulls’ 3rd Club Championship in the afternoon was a 3 boat race where ‘Voyager’ was the first to finish followed by ‘Emo’, this time with Stuart on the helm, finishing 15 seconds ahead of ‘Drift’. However, once the yardsticks were applied, ‘Drift took a comfortable win over ‘Voyager’ and ‘Elmo’.
Next Saturday (November 29th), the Port Macquarie Sailing Club, the Port Macquarie Yacht Club, and Sailability Port Macquarie are combining to host a ‘Discover Sailing Day’ from 11am to 3pm. Anyone interested in finding out and trying sailing in dingys or yachts is welcome to attend McInherney Park (The Regatta Grounds) and find out just how much fun it is.
Next Sunday is race 7 of the Spring Series starting at 2pm. Jeff Walsh is on duty.
q The Wauchope Women's Bowling Club Charity Day.
q Rob Barwick in his Impulse ‘Drift’ who had a good day and won both races.
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fine.
DEAR Jasminda,
FOR five years, I have been minding a friend's dog (Minty) while they go on holidays.
This is usually no problem; the dog and I get on very well.
This time, though, I was left with instructions that Minty (who is 15) now eats breakfast at 4.30am and dinner at 3.00pm every day, and that she gets upset when she isn't fed at those times.
DEAR News Of The Area,
I WISH to comment on two items in your 21 November issue about net zero emissions for Cowper.
The feature article by Andrew Vivian gave a comprehensive and balanced summary of the issues surrounding any policy towards net zero emissions by 2050.
The article rightly refuted the Federal Coalition's claim that the transition to net zero would cost $9 trillion, when the accepted figure is $300 billion.
It also clearly articulated that electricity from renewable energy was the cheapest form of electricity.
Contrast this article with the letter to the editor from David Lawrence which spouted the widely debunked claims that global warming was a hoax and that renewable energy was the principal cause of rising electricity prices.
Mr Lawrence quotes several statements by well known individuals, indicating that their
DEAR News Of The Area,
I, like many others, am concerned for the future of our country, and for the upcoming generations.
I have children, grand and great grandchildren who will inherit the country I will leave for them.
We seem to live in a
claims about the impacts of global warming have proved to be wrong.
This may be the case in terms of the timelines in those quotes but the evidence is irrefutable that the increasing level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere (largely from burning fossil fuels) is causing alarming climate change.
The warming of the planet is well documented and the increased intensity of severe weather events is obvious to anyone who follows the climate.
Your readers should be mindful that the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have never been this high in the history of humanoids, and when it was this high (more than 300,000 years ago) sea levels were many metres higher than they are today.
Accept the science Mr Lawrence and let's focus on the solutions which will make our planet still inhabitable for our grandchildren when they become adults.
Regards, Les MITCHELL, Port Macquarie.
period of time where our financial future is becoming more and more hazy.
For instance, an estimation of the cost to meet “net zero” emissions is a figure in the billions over coming years.
Think about this: one billion steps would be enough to walk around
Despite this, Minty slept in until 7.00am, which is when I fed her.
I was also told that Minty whines if she doesn't get her walk at 9am, however we walked every evening at 6.00pm and she was just
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE Australian people and our national economy are expected to shoulder an unquantified financial burden in the pursuit of net zero, a policy that, even if achieved, will have a negligible global impact on climate change.
Australia accounts for around one percent of global emissions, meaning our efforts as a nation have little effect.
The real risk lies with the nearly 99 percent of emissions beyond Australia’s control.
In our region, the timber industry faces the axe (pun not intended) due to federal and state Labor governments and their push for net zero: irrespective of the impacts on employment, economic stability and the associated supply chain effects.
the Earth's equator more than 15 times; one billion seconds is 31 years. That’s how big a billion is.
A specific estimate for Australia's net zero target, suggests a need for $7–$9 billion in capital investment in energy and infrastructure by 2060.
This includes a
The other instruction was that she was very frail and so could only walk to the end of the street, however, she had boundless energy, so we walked to the next suburb.
Should I tell the owner?
Rosie P.
Dear Rosie,
Dogs are very much like children.
They develop certain behaviours with their parents, but will respond to other people in an entirely different way.
I think a lot of it comes down to boundaries and expectations from all involved parties.
I know this, because I own a show dog.
Now, in the ring, with his show handler, he will trot around in a square, and
stand to attention, and let a stranger *throat clear* check his testicles to make sure they are present and of equal size (I don't make the rules, Rosie), and he has done this so many times that he is now a champion.
At home, however, he is more like Jake the Muss out of Once Were Warriors.
He gets in people's faces.
He brawls with dogs that don't look like him (so he's also apparently a racist).
To make matters worse, he likes to watch moments of intimacy (giving off serious Jeffrey Epstein vibes).
It's all very worrisome.
The point I'm trying to make, though, is that dogs (like children) are very adaptable (and very manipulative).
In this instance, Rosie, I think you should just keep quiet about Minty's change in routine.
It's not like she's going to report back that you've not followed the dog-sitting checklist.
As long as you handed her back with a similar disposition and physicality as you received her, I think you've done well.
You may have even taught Minty a few important lessons.
That 4.30am nonsense isn't sustainable.
I'm pretty sure she knew you were onto her.
If Minty has now gone back to her old ways, so be it.
It's not for you to deal with.
And at age 15, there may not be many more opportunities for you and Minty to conspire together. Possibly none, if her owner reads News Of The Area.
diem, Jasminda.
Our region will be impacted by direct economic hardship while forcing NSW to rely upon imported overseas timber or face shortages in related industries, driving up costs during a time of immense cost of living pressures.
I commend the Federal Member for Lyne Alison Penfold for her ongoing advocacy, as highlighted in this publication (‘Timber Turmoil’, 21 November 2025).
Ms Penfold has rightly voiced the concerns of many in our region about the Labor government’s plans to close sustainable forestry operations, driven by net zero initiatives and the desire to establish a Great Koala National Park.
However, in contrast, State Member for Port Macquarie, Robert Dwyer, has remained largely silent.
This is unlike his state
significant portion that must be invested by 2030.
These are figures that are so big, they can’t be comprehended.
And what for?
As we spend these huge amounts on “clean energy”, have you seen your power bill come down?
And remember, solar
parliamentary colleagues, Member for Oxley Michael Kemp, Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh, and Member for Myall Lakes Tanya Thompson, who are active supporters of the sustainable timber industry along the Mid North Coast, and who have cited the latest reports from the CSIRO and Forestry Australia as credible scientific evidence.
In fairness, Mr Dwyer’s eNewsletter from July 2025 includes a brief mention of a visit to a local timber mill.
He said: “The timber industry was the backbone of the European early settlement of the Hastings region and continues to flourish today… I now have a much better understanding of the timber industry and the valuable contribution it makes to the local economy.”
Nonetheless, actions are more significant than just words.
and wind are not 24-hour suppliers, annually, about 14 hours average per day.
And the idea of running a city like Sydney on batteries is pure fantasy. The world isn't close to breaking free from coal or gas because most countries have a growing demand for energy (and this new ‘AI’ requires
So, I call on Mr Dwyer to explain his reasons for leaving the NSW Legislative Assembly in September 2025, abstaining from debate and voting on a motion about the proposed Koala National Park, one which explicitly called for a moratorium on timber harvesting within its boundaries. Does Mr Dwyer support the timber industry, and will he champion it in state parliament? Remaining silent on such a crucial issue for this region does not demonstrate leadership, and the community deserves to know where exactly he stands, and how he plans to advocate his chosen position in the NSW Parliament. Regards, Todd LYNCH, King Creek.
huge amounts of power). I started this letter expressing my concerns for the future.
And the content that followed, seems to back up that concern.
Regards, Milton JOB, Laurieton.
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FRIDAY, November 28
ABC TV (2)
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MONDAY
THE ROOKIE
SEVEN, 8.30pm
One of this police procedural’s most elusive villains returns for Monday’s compelling season seven finale. Affable sociopath Oscar Hutchinson (Matthew Glave) has been on the run since escaping from prison at the end of season six, but seasoned cop John Nolan (Nathan Fillion, pictured) is hot on the fugitive’s tail. Nolan heads to Las Vegas with fellow detective Nyla Harper (Mekia Cox) in a determined bid to catch Hutchinson while the crook recovers some stolen diamonds buried in the desert, but the criminal always seems to be one step ahead. Elsewhere, Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) looks into a mysterious bank robbery, while couple Chen (Melissa O’Neil) and Bradford (Eric Winter) adjust to her new work schedule.
THURSDAY TOPKNOTZ
NBN, 8.30pm “Who’s ready to holiday?” asks an excitable Grant Denyer in this action-packed aquatic adventure series. The Gold Logie-winning presenter tries out the best
marine leisure experiences the world has to offer – think helicopter rides, superyachts, snorkelling, speedboats, electric surfboards, jet skis and more – alongside culinary legend Miguel Maestre, stuntman Rob Palmer, surfer Felicity Palmateer and presenter Tom Williams (all pictured) in this 10-part travelogue. In Thursday’s second episode, the crew are in New Zealand, where they’re invited to take part in a haka, pilot a racing boat, prepare delicacies in a glacier kitchen and take on river rapids on a giant inflatable unicorn. It’s not for the faint of heart.
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R) 11.05 The Forsytes. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Mal, R) 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.05 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 10.55 Rick Steves’ Europe. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Royal Autopsy. (Man, R) 2.55 The Point. (R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black. (R) 3.35 Such Was Life. (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 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Sitting In Limbo. (2020, Mal, R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Christmas In The Highlands. (2019, G, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 5.00 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Celebrates Jane Edmanson’s 38 years on the ABC.
8.30 Maigret. (Mav) Maigret grapples with his failure and tries to understand the man whom he failed to protect.
9.20 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.55 Crime Night! (PG, R) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.
10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
10.55 ABC Late News.
11.10 Silent Witness. (M, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Discovering Film: Robert Redford.
8.30 MOVIE: Thelma And Louise: Born To Live. (2025, M, R)
9.30 Discovering Film: Maggie Smith. (PG, R)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Sisi. (MA15+a, R) 11.55 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+asv, R) 2.15 Stutter School: Untold Australia. (PGa, R) 3.15 The Story Of Cheese. (R) 4.15 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (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. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.30 MOVIE: Love Actually. (2003, Mlns, R) Explores a series of interlocking vignettes about love and romance in Britain in the weeks before Christmas. Hugh Grant, Colin Firth. 11.15 MOVIE: Firestarter. (2022, MA15+av, R) A girl gains the power to set things on fire. Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong.
1.15 In Plain Sight. (Madv)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBN News.
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.30 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals, R) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Celebrity guests include Cillian Murphy. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.10 10 News+. (R) 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Find My Beach House Australia. (Return)
8.30 MOVIE: Aquaman. (2018, Mav, R) A half-human, half-Atlantean goes on a quest. Jason Momoa, Amber Heard. 11.15 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 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)
Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 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. 10.40 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 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.
6.00
SATURDAY, November 29
DD India News Hour. 9.00 The Point. (R) 9.10 Matched. (PG, R) 10.00 Puppy Secrets: The First Six Months. (R) 11.00 Shepherdess. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Semi-final 1. 3.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Semi-final 2.
6.30 SBS World News.
6.00 Australian Story: Peter Garrett. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.
6.30 Stateline. (R) An analysis of politics and local issues.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Return To Paradise. (PG) A CEO is poisoned at a corporate retreat.
8.30 Vera. (Mav, R) Vera and her team investigate a hit-and-run and a stabbing death in a remote Northumberland valley. 10.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) James attempts to sabotage Joylon. 10.55 Bergerac. (Mal, R) Bergerac goes rogue with a new lead. 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
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 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. 10.25 Speechless. 10.50 Late Programs.
7.30 A Royal Guide To Christmas.
8.25 Christmas In The Cotswolds. (R) A look at The Cotswolds at Christmas.
9.20 Christmas At Longleat. (R)
10.20 Reckless. (Malv, R)
11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Ma, R)
2.35 The Story Of Chocolate. (PGa, R)
3.35 Being Beethoven. (PGa, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Finding You. (2020, PG)
SUNDAY, November 30
6.00
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) Jolyon recommits to his family.
9.45 Return To Paradise. (PGa, R) 10.45 When The War Is Over. (PGa, R)
Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)
Nigella’s Christmas Bites. (R)
Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Dream Gardens. (R) 3.30 The Art Of. (Ml, R)
4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
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6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep.
7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Final) 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Speechless. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs.
WorldWatch. 9.00 Bitesize. (PGaw, R) 9.10 Matched. (PG, R) 10.00 Puppy Secrets: The First Six Months. (R) 11.00 Ireland’s Secrets From Above. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 When The World Watched. (Premiere) 4.00 My Rembetika Blues. (R) 5.35
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Pearl Harbor: Battle In The Pacific.
8.30 Troy Story.
10.15 Bronze Age Apocalypse. (R)
11.55 Peter O’Toole: Along Sky Roads To Aqaba. (MA15+l, R)
1.35 Franklin. (MA15+l, R)
3.15 Tutankhamun. (PG, R)
4.20 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (Ml, R)
4.55 Japan Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 APAC Weekly.
VICELAND (31)
R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Qualifying and support races. 3.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Pre-race and race 33.
9.10 MOVIE: Sister Act 2: Back In The Habit. (1993, G, R) A group of nuns attempts to save a school. Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith.
11.25 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 13. Adelaide Grand Final. Day 1. Highlights. 12.25 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. (PG, R)
1.25 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Barbie. (2023, PGlv, R) Barbie leaves Barbieland for the first time. Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling.
9.50 MOVIE: Hairspray. (2007, PGls, R)
A teen auditions for a TV dance show. Nikki Blonsky, Zac Efron. 12.00 MOVIE: Suburbicon. (2017, MA15+alv, R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple want to travel in a converted bus. 8.40 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Follows property experts Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie as they search for the perfect home for two sets of buyers. 9.50 Harry And Meghan: The Rise And Fall. (PGa)
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30
6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Ice Hockey. NHL. Columbus Blue Jackets v Pittsburgh Penguins. 1.40pm Soccer. English Premier League. Newcastle United v Manchester City. Replay. 3.40 Surfing Australia. 4.40 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Charlie And The Chocolate Factory. (2005, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers. (2002, M) 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 8.00 Ultimate Crash Test. (Premiere, PGal) Looks at what happens in a multi-vehicle pileup.
10.00 MOVIE: Green Book. (2018, Ml, R) A pianist hires a tough-talking chauffeur. Viggo Mortensen.
12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 13. Adelaide 500. Day 2. Highlights.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World. (Ml) 10.00 Essex Millionaire Murders. (Mdv) 11.00 Mobsters. (Madv) 11.50 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av, R) 12.40 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory.
6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Seinfeld. 9.30 MOVIE: Carbon Copy. (1981, PG) 11.20 Motor Racing. IndyCar Series. Grand Prix of St Petersburg. H’lights. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Adelaide. 2.30 Soccer. English Premier League. Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur. Replay. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 4.55 MOVIE: Superman II. (1980, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Batman Begins. (2005, M) 10.15 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) ABC FAMILY
MONDAY, December 1
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure. (PG)
8.30 Never Mind The Buzzcocks Christmas. (Mls, R)
9.25 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M)
10.20 SBS News. 10.50 The Man Who Died. (Mav) 11.40 A Criminal Affair. (Mals, R) 1.20
Bowled Over: Untold Australia. (Mal, R) 2.25 Looking For Rembrandt. (PGa, R) 3.30 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 4.25 Growing A Greener World. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)
7.30 Queen: In Their Own Words. (Mal, R)
8.30 The Rookie. (Final, Mav) Lopez investigates a bank robbery.
9.30 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) A brewery foreman is kidnapped. 11.30 Autopsy USA. (Ma, R)
12.30 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl, R)
8.40 MOVIE: The Castle. (1997, Ml, R) A family’s life is disrupted. Michael Caton.
2.30 Looking For Rembrandt. (Ms, R) 3.35 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PG, R)
4.25 Growing A Greener World. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
You. Continued. (2020, PG) 6.35 Dean Spanley. (2008, PG) 8.25 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 10.10 On The Basis Of Sex. (2018, M) 12.20pm 5 To 7. (2014, M) 2.10 Music & Lyrics. (2007, PG) 4.05 The Final Countdown. (1980, PG) 6.00 Manganinnie. (1980, PG) 7.40 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 9.30 The Tower. (2012, M, French) 11.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.05 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 8.55 Dean Spanley. (2008, PG) 10.50 Couch Potatoes. (2017, M, Italian) 12.50pm Someone Who Takes Care Of Me. (2023, M, Spanish) 2.40 The Movie Show. 3.50 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997, PG) 5.35 Darling Companion. (2012, PG) 7.30 Holiday Harmony. (2022) 9.35 Happy
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGa, R) Officers spot some dodgy activity.
8.30 Murder In A Small Town. (Mav) Mayor Holman is attacked.
9.30 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Terry Floyd. (PGa, R) A look at the case of Terry Floyd.
10.30 MOVIE: The Social Network. (2010, Ml, R)
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
WEDNESDAY, December 3
TV (2)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 MOVIE: Songs Inside. (2024, Ml, R) 11.25 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. (R) 1.35 You Can’t Ask That. (Ml, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (PG, R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Focus On Ability Film Festival 2025. (Premiere, PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 MOVIE: When Love Is In Your Eyes. (2024, PGa, R) 2.50 I Am Not A Number. (PGa, R) 3.10 Rehabilitating. (PGa) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Focus On Ability Film Festival 2025. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
Michael Palin In North Korea. (R)
8.30 Reckless. (Final, MA15+l)
9.35 Scotland’s Poshest Train: Alan Cumming. (PG, R)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Crime. (MA15+av, R)
1.55 Looking For Rembrandt. (PGa, R)
3.00 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R)
3.55 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm TBA. 3.00 Children’s Programs. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 TBA. 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Steven Universe. 8.55 Adventure Time. 9.20 Teen Titans Go! 9.40 We Bare Bears. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.35 Late Programs.
6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 What Does Australia Really Think About… 1.35 If You Are The One. 3.35 SBS50. 3.40 News. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.25 MOVIE: The Running Man. (1987, MA15+) 11.20 MOVIE: In Bruges. (2008, MA15+) 1.20am Late Programs.
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6am The Orator.
Continued. (2011, PG, Samoan) 7.40 The Movie Show. 8.20 Darling Companion. (2012, PG) 10.15 Infinite Storm. (2022, M) 12.05pm Bliss. (2021, M) 2.00 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 3.55 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 5.45 Marie’s Story. (2014) 7.35 Begin Again. (2013, M) 9.30 Silent Night. (2023) 11.15 Hundreds Of Beavers. (2022, M) 1.20am Late Programs.
THURSDAY,
December 4
TV (2)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 The Piano UK. (PG, R) 11.15 Tech Smart Agriculture. (R) 11.30 Crime Night! (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Ma, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Chef Antonio’s Recipes For Revolution. (Ml, R) 3.00 Sugar Bird Lady. 3.05 Deus Ex Machina. 3.10 Hindsight. (PGls) 3.15 Standard Drink. 3.20 Return To Lullumb. 3.25 Imposter. (PGa) 3.30 La Echolalia. 3.35 Theatricality. 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Everywhere. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain. (PGalw)
8.25 Britain’s Railway Empire In Colour. (PGav)
9.20 Vigil. (Malv)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Vienna Blood. (MA15+a, R)
12.50 House Of Promises. (Mans, R)
3.30 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)
4.35 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: A Furry Little Christmas. (2021, PGa, R) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG)
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PG, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 MOVIE: 1917. (2019, MA15+av, R) During World War I, two British soldiers are assigned the critical task of delivering a life-saving message. George MacKay, Dean-Charles Chapman. 11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma)
12.00 MOVIE: Secrets On Campus. (2022, Mav, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) 8.30 Paramedics. (Mm, R) 9.30 Parole. (MA15+alv)
10.50 American Crime Story. (Premiere, Madlsv)
11.55 Resident Alien. (Mav)
12.40 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.
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Dirty Little Deeds. (2021, Mav, R) 2.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 3.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Evening session.
7.40 The Ashes: Dinner Break. Takes a look at the day’s play so far. 8.00 Cricket. The Ashes. Second Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Late evening session.
10.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. (Return)
11.15 The Amazing Race. (PG)
12.45 Life. (Malsv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
10.00 Mastermind Australia. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 MOVIE: Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible. (2022, M) 2.10 Bamay. 2.40 Insight. 3.40 News. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Mysteries From Above. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnXplained. (Return) 11.00 Homicide. 11.50 Late Programs. 6am The Zoo. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Zoo. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat.
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6am Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 6.55 The Movie Show. 7.30 Marie’s Story. (2014) 9.25 The Movie Show. 10.00 Bergman Island. (2021, M) 12.05pm Hundreds Of Beavers. (2022, M) 2.05 Delfin. (2019, Spanish) 3.45 The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 5.50 Paris Can Wait. (2016, PG) 7.30 Last Cab To Darwin. (2015, M) 9.50 Everybody’s Fine. (2009) 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
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By Rikki WALLER
SALTWATER may very well run through the veins of Port Macquarie’s Hudson family, following an extraordinary surfing achievement that spans three generations. Grandfather Peter (75), son Wayne (47) and grandson Ollie (18) have now all claimed the Open Title at the Port Macquarie Surfboard Riders Club (PMSRC). Surfing NSW believes the achievement could be the first of its kind in Australia.
Although their local surfing business, Port Macquarie Surf School, is synonymous with the family name, the Hudsons’ journey in the waves started way back in the 1960s when Peter was a regular at Town Beach, surfing with angst against societal norms.
When PMSRC came to inception, Peter earned the distinction of Club Champion and went on to claim the Senior Club Champion title in 1970.
Peter, Ollie, and Wayne Hudson. Photo: Surfing NSW.
