ANNA Bay siblings Brayden and Landen Weine are regarded as two of the most promising young athletes in the region with an impressive collection of silverware in both track and field.
Now their gifted sixyear-old sister Indiana, has proven a phenomenal talent after her gold medal haul at the recent Port-Hunter Zone Athletics Championships at Mallabula Sports Complex.
An outstanding
prospect for her age, spring-heeled Indiana won the 70m, 100m, and 200m sprint finals and long jump title to cap a memorable carnival in the Girls 7yrs category.
She is following in the steps of her older brothers who are sharp sprinters in their own right.
The emerging trio are in their third season with Port Stephens Athletics Club and came away from the highly-competitive Zone championships meet with a bagful of medals.
An injured Brayden, 11, who attends Soldiers Point Public School, was restricted to the 12yrs Boys Javelin event and clinched the gold with a powerful
Gold medal haul for rookie Anna Bay sprinter Indiana Weine
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throw of 21.60m - well ahead of Port Stephens clubmate Anthony Ford (13.54m) in second spot and Tilligerry and District’s
(12.30m).
Brayden demonstrated his raw speed with a top 10 finish in the 12yrs Boys 100m at this year’s NSW Primary Schools Track and Field Championships in Sydney.
Landen, 9, and Indiana are pupils at Anna Bay Public School and continue to chalk up meritorious achievements in their respective age groups.
Both have earned Rookie of the Year awards at the Port Stephens Athletics Club and excel at sprints and hurdles and the long jump
discipline.
Whiz kid Landen captured the 10yrs Boys Zone 60m hurdles and 70m sprint gold medals and was part of the triumphant Junior Boys 4 x 100m Relay team with Luka Keatinge, 9, Rhylin Green,11 and 12-year-old Noah Regan.
Parents Jasmine
and Jared Weine were accomplished athletes during their school days and offer encouragement and support to all three of their offspring during a hectic athletics schedule.
Experienced Port Stephens coach Bob Walkley told News Of The Area that the exceptional Weine siblings have “enormous potential and bright futures in track and field”.
Firefighter dies as communities stay on high fire alert
By Tom WARK, Farid FARID and Callum GODDE, AAP
A FIREFIGHTER killed while battling a fierce bushfire is being hailed for his courage as authorities warn people are not prepared for the fire season.
The 59-year-old NSW National Parks firefighter was struck by a falling tree about 10.45pm on Sunday while patrolling a fireground and is believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest.
Colleagues performed CPR until paramedics
arrived, but he died at the scene of the Bulahdelah bushfire.
The man was a divisional commander in the National Parks and Wildlife Service who joined the organisation in 1996.
His death is the first time a National Parks firefighter has been killed on a fireground since 2011.
"This particular person has paid the ultimate sacrifice in trying to protect the community," NSW Emergency Services Minister Jihad Dib told reporters.
"The best thing that we can do to honour these
memories... is to make sure we take every action we can to prevent them being in this situation."
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also offered his condolences to the firefighter's family and colleagues.
"This terrible news is a sombre reminder of the dangers that our emergency services personnel face to keep our homes and communities safe," he said in a statement.
The NSW Rural Fire Service confirmed 20 homes were destroyed between the Bulahdelah fire and another fire at
Koolewong on the NSW Central Coast.
More than 50 fires were burning across NSW as of about midday on Monday, with nine uncontained.
There was a real risk of bushfire complacency among the community after several seasons of reduced activity, the RFS commissioner said.
"We know that after a few years of elevated rain and wet conditions, people aren't thinking about bushfires sufficiently," Trent Curtin said.
q Communities should be prepared for a long and dangerous fire season.
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Yacht returned to safety in overnight operation off Broughton Island
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Radio Operators at Marine Rescue Sydney took the initial call from the skipper of the disabled vessel before transferring communications to volunteers at Marine Rescue Port Stephens.
Marine Rescue NSW
Inspector Jane Shirriff said Marine Rescue Port Stephens was tasked to assist, with a crew deployed on board
Port Stephens 31 just after 11:15pm.
“Unfortunately, the skipper of the yacht suffered an eye injury while attempting to fix the issue, increasing the urgency of the response,” Inspector Shirriff said.
“PS 31 reached the disabled vessel, which was seven nautical miles (13km) north of Broughton Island and six nautical miles (11km)
offshore.
“They checked the welfare of the crew on board the yacht before securing a tow line and heading for Port Stephens.
“It was quite uncomfortable offshore, with 15–20 knot south-easterly winds and a 1.5–2 metre swell.
“It was tough going on the way back, with our crew experiencing
Port
choppy conditions, but they persevered and guided the disabled yacht safely into d’Albora
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Progress at Anna Bay ‘eyesore’
CLEAN up works have begun at the former Anna Bay Tourist Resort site on Gan Gan Road.
After years sitting idle, the site was sold in October 2025 to the Sydney-based S & C Group.
The new owner has met with Port Stephens Council staff and confirmed that initial clean-up and improvement works have begun, including the removal of graffiti, rubbish and unusable tourist cabins.
According to Council, S & C Group has expressed a “strong commitment to working with Council and the community as they develop plans for a contemporary tourism project on the site next year”.
“They are currently establishing a communication platform to keep residents informed about progress and what’s ahead.”
Council has welcomed progress at the
infamous development site, known locally as the “Anna Bay eyesore”.
“For many years, Council has heard the community’s concerns and has repeatedly sought action from the previous owners, with requests dating back to 2013,” Council said in a statement.
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Kemp calls out Premier’s comments
MEMBER for Oxley Michael Kemp has called out Premier Chris Minns for “out-of-touch comments” on morning TV show Sunrise regarding the recovery of communities impacted by flooding in May.
When asked by host Matt Shirvington
what NSW should be most proud of in the past year, the Premier responded: “I think the thing we should be most proud of is the way that we rallied during Cyclone Alfred at the beginning of the year, and the way the community got back up off its knees on
the Mid North Coast after those devastating floods.
“I mean, we move on… if you don’t live in that community life moves on, but those towns really went through hell over those couple of weekends.
“Just think their resilience and community spirit really shone through and brought out the best of NSW.”
Mr Kemp believes Mr Minns’ comments reflect a lack of understanding of the ongoing impact of the floods on the Mid North Coast and in the Hunter.
“The Premier speaks as though people have moved on, but our communities haven’t had the luxury of ‘moving on’,” Mr Kemp said.
“I speak with locals everyday who are still facing financial strain, mental health stress, and ongoing infrastructure damage months after the event.
“Many… businesses still don’t have the support they need because the application process has been so complicated, so timeconsuming and so poorly communicated that people can’t get through it."
Mr Kemp said it’s time for the Premier to stop delivering “sympathetic soundbites from a Sydney studio” and start delivering actual support.
“I’m calling on the Premier to get out of Sydney, come back to the Mid North Coast, speak directly with affected residents and businesses and increase the Small Business Recovery Grants to $50,000 because the damage far exceeds the support on offer."
renewed activity is a welcome step forward for the Anna Bay community, many of whom have long advocated for improvements at this site.”
q The community has long called for action on the site.
q Premier Chris Minns discussed flood recovery on the Mid North Coast in May with Oxley MP and former NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders.
Grant boosts Tomaree Coastal Walk restoration
By Jacie WHITFIELD
A MAJOR environmental restoration project is set to transform the northern and southern entrances to the Tomaree Coastal Walk, following the announcement of new funding through a partnership between Bupa and Landcare Australia.
The project will be delivered by the Friends of Tomaree National Park in collaboration with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, with the goal of restoring degraded coastal ecosystems, strengthening habitat resilience and enhancing
the visitor experience at key access points to the walk at Boat Harbour.
Friends of Tomaree National Park Coordinator Sue Olsson said, “The initiative will deliver long-term environmental benefits, improve the visual appeal and safety of the walk entrances, and foster stronger local stewardship of this iconic coastal landscape.”
The $10,000 grant was secured through the national 2025 Healthy Cities Landcare Grants program funded by Bupa.
At the northern entrance on the Tomaree Coastal Walk, which
extends from Ocean Parade to the first small bridge crossing remnant rainforest, much of the work will focus seaward of the path where weeds have overtaken native vegetation.
The project will initially target extensive infestations of Turkey Rhubarb and Black-eyed Susan, which smother groundcover and prevent natural regeneration.
Areas previously cleared of Giant Reed, which once choked a sensitive creek line, will be replanted to help re-establish endangered littoral rainforest.
Approximately 700 native coastal trees, shrubs and groundcovers will be planted along the northern entrance between late autumn and
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Closer to Ocean Parade, the project will restore coastal littoral scrub, create a natural vegetation buffer along the walk and remove invasive spider plants.
The southern entrance, extending from the Kingsley Drive lookout carpark to near the Kingsley Beach carpark, will also undergo significant rehabilitation. Work will focus on restoring degraded littoral scrub–forest along both sides of the shared walk and road corridor, while maintaining key coastal viewlines around the lookout.
Invasive grasses such as Buffalo, Paspalum, Rhodes Grass and Green Panic, which have taken over since earlier Bitou and Lantana removal,
will be a major target for control.
Across both sites, photo monitoring points will be installed to track ecological recovery over the coming years.
Community involvement is central to the project, with planting days, citizen science monitoring and school and corporate engagement activities planned.
Volunteers, schools and local businesses interested in getting involved are encouraged to contact the Friends of Tomaree National Park to take part in upcoming restoration activities, which include planting days, weed management and assisting with public events.
Inquiries can go to Sue at tomareenp-friends@npansw.org.au.
q The southward entrance and the areas planned for rehabilitation.
q The potential rehabilitation area at the northward entrance is marked in yellow.
Major award wins for airport
NEWCASTLE Airport has taken out two major honours at the Australian Airports Association's 2025 National Airport Industry Awards, held last week in the Gold Coast.
The Williamtown airport won the Airport Excellence Award for Infrastructure for its landmark International Terminal Expansion project, as well as the Airport Excellence Award for Sustainability.
CEO Linc Horton said he was proud to see Newcastle Airport stand among such high-calibre finalists.
“We were finalists across six categories recognising airport achievements and senior leadership and we couldn’t be more honoured to stand among our peers and celebrate their achievements,” Mr Horton said.
“Taking home two of the awards is just icing on the cake.
“Winning these awards reflects the long-term vision and effort behind delivering a terminal built for the future.
“We have a brand new international terminal ready to serve our region that has been built to lead in sustainable design.”
The Infrastructure award acknowledges the scale and success of the airport's $250 million terminal transformation.
The redevelopment adds 50 percent to the terminal’s footprint, introduces eight gates, an expanded arrivals hall, streamlined passenger flows and a state-of-the-art aerobridge, enabling the terminal to accommodate larger international aircraft.
"Our new international terminal sets the stage for a more connected and competitive region as we now have the infrastructure to support long-haul
international services and deliver the airport the region deserves," Mr Horton said.
"The new terminal is already paying dividends, with recent direct routes launched to Perth, Hobart and Bali, and one-stop access to Singapore via Bali launching in March 2026.
“These new services demonstrate the role our infrastructure plays in attracting new airlines and creating new opportunities for business, tourism and trade."
The project’s economic impact is expected to generate more than 4,400 long-term jobs and contribute $12.7 billion in economic activity over the next 20 years, with benefits split between freight, logistics and tourism.
The terminal expansion is a leap in capacity and in sustainability.
The building uses 100 percent renewable energy
and includes a 1,236-panel solar array providing 20 percent of its power needs. It has already achieved a 5-Star Green Star 'Design' rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, with a 5-Star 'As Built' rating targeted.
These sustainability credentials formed the basis of the airport's second win of the evening: the Airport Excellence Award for Sustainability.
Newcastle Airport became the first Airport in Australia to reach Airport
q Head of Airport Paul McFarlane and CEO Linc Horton.
New Daily Sydney Express Service Makes City Visits Easier for Port Stephens Residents
Port Stephens residents now have simple, reliable access to Sydney with daily (excluding Christmas Day) Sydney Express services commencing 20 December 2025. The upgraded timetable means residents can travel any day of the week for medical appointments, events, shopping, university visits, family commitments, cruise ship departures, international flights or short city breaks.
Designed around the needs of the community
With over 40 pick-up points across Port Stephens, including: Nelson Bay, Shoal Bay, Salamander Bay, Fingal Bay, Soldiers Point, Anna Bay and Corlette, residents can board close to home.
Morning service to Sydney
• Depart Port Stephens from 8.25 am
• Arrive Central Station by 12.35 pm
• Stops at Hornsby, Pymble, Chatswood and Ourimbah (on request) on the way to Sydney
Afternoon return service
• Depart Central Station at 1.45 pm
• Arrive across Port Stephens from 4.50 pm onwards
• Stops at Chatswood, Pymble, Hornsby and Ourimbah (on request) on the return journey
Residents can book online, or by phone, with same-day bookings sometimes available depending on capacity.
Comfortable, safe and reliable Travellers enjoy:
• Air-conditioned, seat-belted coaches
• Onboard restrooms
• One 20 kg checked bag per person
• Friendly and experienced drivers
A new level of flexibility for locals
The daily service makes it easier to:
• Attend vital medical appointments
• Visit friends and family
• Take overnight city breaks
• Access airport, train and cruise departures
• Enjoy shows, concerts or sporting events
Sandboarding Adventure & 4WD Tours
Experience the iconic sand dunes with one of Port Stephens’ most trusted family-owned operators. For more than 22 years, Port Stephens 4WD Tours has been guiding locals and visitors through the largest moving coastal sand mass in the Southern Hemisphere.
From gentle family adventures to high-energy dune runs, every tour offers incredible views, expert guidance and an easy way to enjoy one of the region’s most remarkable landscapes.
What you can enjoy
• Sandboarding on the big dunes
Ride to the top of the towering dunes, learn safe techniques and enjoy as many runs as you can fit in. Suitable for all ages.
• Beach and Dune Tours
Explore the coastline, learn about the unique environment and travel by 4WD through shifting sands and sweeping beach views.
• Flexible options for everyone
Family outings, group adventures, private tours, seniors groups and school programs are available throughout the year.
• Over 22 years of safe, reliable touring
• Friendly, experienced drivers with deep local knowledge
• Easy access from Anna Bay
• A chance to see Stockton Beach from a perspective you cannot get on your own
Mixed response to new environment laws
By Andrew VIVIAN
THEY said it couldn’t happen, but the Federal Labor Government has worked with the Greens to pass reforms to the Environment Protection Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act after negotiations fell through last November.
The reforms include a new environment watchdog agency; national standards to safeguard nature; federal laws to apply to native forest logging by mid-2027; and a crackdown on illegal land clearing.
Other reforms are fast-tracked approvals for
significant projects like housing and renewable energy, and streamlined assessments to cut federalstate duplication. Reaction to the reforms has been mixed.
The North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) has welcomed the reforms to “remove the absurd exemption under Regional Forest Agreements for native forest logging”.
NEFA spokesperson Dailan Pugh said, “The Regional Forest Agreements (RFAs) are based on out of date information collated 27 years ago and are not a valid basis to exempt logging from national environmental laws.
“There was meant to be a total reassessment in 2018,
instead the Government decided to extend the RFA forever.
“Hopefully, when the new environmental standards are applied, the NSW Government will have to stop logging core habitat of nationally endangered species, such as koala, Greater Glider, Spottedtailed Quoll, Hastings River Mouse, Stuttering Frog, Giant Barred Frog, Rufous Scrub Bird, Regent Honeyeater, and Swift Parrot.”
National Farmers Federation (NFF) President Hamish McIntyre said, “Farmers have been left bitterly disappointed by the deal between the Government and the Greens on environmental reform.
“As stewards of more
than half of Australia’s environment, farmers understand the importance of doing the right thing by the land.
“They’ve also historically borne the brunt of complex federal environmental laws, often at odds with state obligations.
“That’s why the NFF has supported genuine reform, but not this deal.”
Mr McIntyre said farmers’ key concern is the announcement of “closer controls” of “high risk land clearing”.
“The specifics of this remain unclear, and we are urgently calling for clarity.
“The misunderstanding of agricultural practices is bitterly disappointing.”
He said the NFF will continue to try to make these reforms as workable for the farm sector as possible.
Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) CEO Kelly O’Shanassy said, “This new law means genuine progress for nature protection in Australia.
“This will give our forests, which are home to unique Australian wildlife like the koala and greater glider, a fighting chance.
“ACF welcomes the wider protection for forests, the introduction of a national EPA and the removal of the possibility that coal and gas projects will be fast tracked.
“Exemptions and loopholes that have facilitated the destruction of forests
have been a shameful feature of this law for a quarter of a century.
“Today, those loopholes will be closed.”
Dr Tim Cadman, who has been advocating for stronger definitions of plantations, said “the Devil is in the detail”.
“There is still a lot left to the discretion of the Minister, and there is a lack of clarity over the protection of threatened species in forests.
“Plantations are counted as forests, for example, and are expected to come in under the provisions of the Regional Forest Agreement.
“But they are governed by different legislation - there are still loopholes that may be exploited by bad actors.”
Workshops inspire action to protect Hunter's shorebirds
THE NSW Government’s Local Land Services recently teamed up with BirdLife Australia and the Hunter Bird Observers Club to deliver a series of shorebird workshops aimed at inspiring greater understanding and protection of these remarkable migratory species.
The ‘Securing the Sanctuaries of Ramsar and Priority Wetlands for Migratory and Marine Species’ project is funded by the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by Hunter Local Land Services, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel.
Three workshops were held across the region –with sessions at Barray Alliance in Taree, Forster, and Stockton Sandspit – attracting Aboriginal rangers, community members and keen birdwatchers.
Participants were introduced to the fascinating world of shorebirds, learning how to identify key species and the simple actions everyone can take to help protect them.
Following a theory session and a shared lunch, participants headed outdoors to put their new skills into practice at:
• Old Bar – Barray Alliance rangers enjoyed excellent views of eastern curlew, whimbrel and pied oystercatchers
• Forster – the group spotted both sooty and pied oystercatchers along the sandbars near the Forster–Tuncurry bridge
• Stockton Sandspit – the Newcastle participants were treated to large flocks of shorebirds across several species.
The workshops form
part of a broader project, which supports the recovery and resilience of the Hunter Estuary Wetlands and Myall Lakes Ramsar sites.
The project works alongside First Nations peoples to improve habitat, build climate change resilience and increase community understanding of the threats facing migratory species.
“By sharing information about shorebirds, we hope more people become aware of the threats these birds face and are inspired to take part in shorebird population and disturbance monitoring along our coast,” said Jennifer Lewis, Team Leader Natural Resource Management, from Hunter Local Land Services.
The eastern curlew, sighted by participants at Old Bar, is the largest migratory shorebird in the world and one of the most threatened.
These birds migrate annually between Australia, China and Russia, relying on undisturbed feeding
and roosting sites along the Hunter coast to build the energy reserves needed for their long journey north.
Even a person walking 250 metres away can cause them to take flight, highlighting how sensitive they are to disturbance.
Hunter Local Land Services said awareness is key to protecting these species, which
face a range of threats, including habitat loss, predation by introduced animals, industrial and urban development, and disturbance from people and pets at key feeding sites.
Rising sea levels and climate change are further intensifying pressure on these coastal wetlands.
Stockton Sandspit,
where workshop participants observed large flocks of shorebirds, is one of the most significant roosting sites in New South Wales. Its ongoing value is maintained through the efforts of volunteers from the Hunter Bird Observers Club who monitor bird populations and help manage the habitat.
q The workshops form part of a broader project, which supports the recovery and resilience of the Hunter Estuary Wetlands and Myall Lakes Ramsar sites.
Bushfires rage across Myall Coast hinterland
By Thomas O’KEEFE
FIREFIGHTERS across the state started the week battling over 40 blazes, with several significant and destructive fires mere kilometres away from townships on the Myall Coast.
The largest and most concerning blaze, as of Sunday 7 December, burnt through 3431 hectares of grassland along the Pacific Highway and through Myall Lakes National Park between Nerong and Crawford River, the smoke from which was
clearly visible from Tea Gardens.
That day, school buses carrying students home from Bulahdelah Central School were held up in traffic as the highway was closed in both directions due to heavy smoke and the yet uncontrolled conditions.
The school buses were eventually escorted to Nerong and beyond, aborting a local initiative to send a vessel up the Myall River to bring the children in that way.
Over the following days, NSW RFS crews from across
the Mid Coast district, from Wauchope to Pindimar and practically every brigade in between, answered the call for volunteers.
Many pulled 12-hour shifts, day and night, in attempts to control the fireground in up to 35-degree heat.
Aircraft have been launching from Bulahdelah Showground as the RFS trucks marshall just below, and are being sent off down Booral, Old Schoolhouse and Myall River roads.
On the northern edge, firefighters have held the fire south of Booral Road in the Crawford River area, while firefighters have implemented backburns along the Pacific Highway, with further backburns undertaken where conditions allow. Understandably, this causes an increase in fire activity and visible smoke.
Some fires are burning in untraversable terrain that only the aircraft can reach.
Firefighters’ efforts were assisted to a limited degree by the cool change on Sunday, with southerly winds reversing the path of fires previously fanned by northeasterly winds.
“While firefighters work
to control the fire, crews may be operating along local roads, including the M1 Pacific Motorway,” an RFS NSW representative said.
“This could result in traffic disruptions, and the M1 may be temporarily closed during tactical operations.
“Booral Road and numerous roads in the area are closed, and roads may be closed without warning."
The M1 Pacific Highway was open as of Monday but may also close at short notice.
Motorists are advised to check road closures on Live Traffic NSW and follow the direction of emergency services personnel.
Information about the fires is on the Hazards Near Me app.
Authorities are urging citizens to avoid jumping to potentially harmful conclusions based on unsubstantiated or unofficial social media posts.
q The large fire north of Nerong with backburning along the highway, and another fire along The Branch Lane to the west: Image: Monday, RFS Fires Near Me.
q The blackened median and verge forest along the Pacific Highway north of Nerong after a long night of firefighting. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
q Smoke drifts over the coast, leaving a thick blanket above the water at Bennetts Beach. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
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Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
q The smoke clouds as the fire began. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
q The view from inside a fire truck. Photo: Thomas O’Keefe.
HSC Physics dropped at Irrawang High
By Cosette DE LORENZO
LOCAL parents have raised concerns after discovering that Physics will not be offered to Years 11 and 12 students at Irrawang High School in 2026 and 2027.
The decision has
prompted broader questions about subject availability in regional public schools.
University of Newcastle sociologist Dr Karen van Lonkhuyzen said common challenges for regional students include reduced subject offerings and limited access to extension or advanced STEM learning opportunities, a concern highlighted in a 2023
report by the Australian Government’s Department of Education.
“Physics is a foundational discipline within the STEM fields and an invaluable subject for students considering university courses in areas such as engineering, health sciences, and physical sciences,” she said.
“Research… [also]
demonstrates that students from low socio-economic backgrounds are less likely to complete Year 12, and… less likely to attain a university qualification in comparison to students from higher socio-economic backgrounds.”
A NSW Department of Education spokesperson said Irrawang High School is a high-achieving
comprehensive public school with strong STEM programs, including participation in the international Hydrogen Grand Prix and partnerships supporting STEM job readiness.
“In 2026 the school will offer 36 HSC subjects in Year 11 including Chemistry, Biology and Earth and Environmental Sciences, while the 2026 Year 12
Last days to donate to Toy Drive
AS the donation period draws to a close, The Salvation Army, Newcastle Permanent, and Greater Bank are encouraging the community to support their annual Christmas Toy Drive Appeal and help share the spirit of the season.
Each year the annual Toy Drive delivers thousands of gifts to children and families facing hardship at Christmas time.
Plenty of gifts have already been donated, including classics like play sets, LEGO, vouchers and Barbies, which will all find their way into hands on Christmas morning, bringing joy to children across the region.
The Salvation Army’s Public Relations and
Community Fundraising Manager Rod Dibley said whilst the community’s generosity has been remarkable, there are still hundreds of families needing support.
“If you would like to offer your support, we recommend gift vouchers for teens, with books, toys, and sporting equipment for younger children,” Mr Dibley said.
“We are seeing more need than ever before, so even the smallest donation can make a meaningful difference for a child this Christmas.”
NGM Group’s Head of Community and Sustainability Kirrah McClelland said that every child deserves to share in the wonder of Christmas.
“It has been very moving
subject offering includes Science Extension.
“In the rare instances where the school cannot offer students a subject of their choice, it will work with the student on other delivery options including distance education.”
Further information provided by the NSW Education Standards Authority notes that HSC subjects vary between schools, and decisions are made at a school level.
to see all the beautiful gifts that have been donated so far by our customers and our community,” she said.
“We are so grateful to everyone who has supported this initiative with us, and we hope to help as many families as possible this year to make Christmas truly special.”
With over 7,500 gifts donated at Newcastle Permanent and Greater Bank branches last year, The Salvation Army Toy Drive Appeal hopes to maintain this momentum and bring Christmas magic to families across the region. Donations can be made at any Newcastle Permanent or Greater Bank branch until Friday 12 December. Gifts should be new and unwrapped and are accepted for all ages, including teenagers.
Barnaby Joyce announces defection to One Nation
By Andrew BROWN, AAP
MAVERICK MP Barnaby Joyce will join Pauline Hanson's One Nation party.
After weeks of speculation, the New England MP and former deputy prime minister has confirmed he would move to the far-right party, after previously representing the Nationals.
He will sit in the House of Representatives for the rest of the parliamentary term as a One Nation MP, before leading the party's Senate ticket for NSW.
"I am firmly of the view which I have considered over a long period of time that the best choice before me is
to stand for One Nation as a Senator for NSW," Mr Joyce said in a statement on social media on Monday.
"I will let the voters be the ultimate arbiter of that decision."
Mr Joyce announced his defection from the Nationals on the last sitting day of the year in November, citing a breakdown in the relationship with party leadership and being relegated to the backbench after the May election.
At the time, he did not say what his next political move would be.
Speculation increased about the move to One Nation after Mr Joyce was seen
dining with Senator Hanson at Parliament House over a wagyu steak cooked on a sandwich press.
Senator Hanson said she was pleased the MP would be joining the party.
"Mr Joyce strengthens One Nation's position in parliament just as many Australians are strengthening our position in the polls," she said in a statement.
"I have always been very straightforward about asking Mr Joyce to join our team, and on making it clear this was always his decision."
Mr Joyce will be the first member of One Nation to sit in the lower house since Senator Hanson herself in the late
Recent polling shows the number of people planning to put One Nation first on their
ballot paper is at an all-time high, with surveys putting support for the party between 14 and 18 percent.
A recent Resolve poll said 29 percent of voters would be more likely to support the party if it were led by Mr Joyce.
Changed conditions on Nelson Bay Road
be completed in three nights, spending one night at each location, weather permitting.
portable traffic lights and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h in place.
MOTORISTS are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions from this week for maintenance work at multiple locations on Nelson Bay Road at Fullerton Cove, Salt Ash and Nelson Bay.
Port Stephens Council will carry out the work on behalf of Transport for NSW, which includes asphalt resurfacing.
To minimise the impact to motorists, work will be carried out from Wednesday 10 to Thursday 19 December from 7pm to 5am, Sunday to Thursday. Work is expected to
Sites with one lane in each direction will have single lane, alternating traffic flow arrangements, portable traffic lights and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h in place.
Sites with two lanes in each direction will have single lane closures,
Over Size and/or Over Mass operators are advised to contact the project team on UHF channel 37 to be escorted through the site. Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions and follow the directions of signs and traffic control.
q NGM Group's Rubi Stitt and Alexandra Tompkins with the Salvos' Joey Newman.
q Barnaby Joyce MP at an anti-wind farm rally in Port Stephens. Photo: Doug Connor.
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Fern Bay couple’s junk removal mission
A FERN BAY couple are making a big impact on the lives of people struggling under the weight of junk and clutter.
Cody Carroll and Jess Clune are ‘The Pronto Junk Team’, offering a range of junk removal services across the Hunter region.
“We started The Pronto
Junk Team in 2025 after realising just how many families and individuals were struggling with clutter, heavy lifting, and the stress that comes with clearing out a space,” Cody and Jess said.
“What began as a simple idea to help people feel more in control of their homes and lives quickly
became something we were passionate about.”
Cody and Jess operate from a simple principle: “If it needs to be lifted, cleared or taken away, we take care of it.”
Cody handles the heavy lifting, truck work and client visits (supported by one hardworking local employee), while Jess manages the
q The Pronto Junk Team is set to grow in 2026, with a baby being welcomed into the family.
bookings, communication and day-to-day organisation behind the scenes.
They now operate throughout Port Stephens, Newcastle and the broader Hunter region.
Their services include general junk removal, full property and deceased estate clean-outs, end-of-lease clearances, yard and shed clean-ups, spa removals and more.
The couple - who are currently expecting a babytold NOTA they got into the business to help people “feel lighter and less overwhelmed”.
“There’s something incredibly fulfilling about walking into a space that feels stressful or impossible for someone, and leaving it clean, clear and manageable again,” they said.
“The look of relief and gratitude from our clients, especially those who have been trying to handle everything on their own, is easily the most rewarding part.”
Cody and Jess pride themselves on their customer care, offering individualised services and support depending on the circumstances.
“Pronto Junk stands out because of the level of care and personal attention we bring to every job,” they said.
“We’re not a big company, we’re a family-run team that treats each client like a real person, not just another booking.
“We take the time to understand the situation, work respectfully in every home, and we always prioritise rehoming, donating or recycling items when
possible to reduce landfill.
“Reliability, genuine care and the personal touch we bring is what our clients consistently say makes us different.”
With Jess and Cody’s family about to grow in 2026, they have eyes on business expansion too.
“As we continue to grow, we have plans to expand our team even further with more trucks and more employees,” they said.
q Cody handles the heavy lifting.
Natural disaster declarations for six LGAs following bushfires
THE State and Federal Governments have activated disaster assistance to the MidCoast local government area (LGA) due to ongoing bushfires.
The declarations activate a suite of support measures for residents, businesses, primary producers, and councils.
People whose homes have been damaged may be eligible for immediate financial help as well as clean-up, rebuilding and recovery assistance.
Support has been made available under the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
Assistance measures that may be provided to communities include:
• Assistance for eligible residents to help meet immediate needs like emergency accommodation and essential items.
• Grants for low-income,
uninsured residents to replace lost essential household items to maintain basic standard of living.
• Grants for low-income, uninsured residents to undertake essential structural repairs to restore their homes to a basic, safe and habitable condition.
• Concessional loans for small businesses and primary producers up to $130,000
• Freight and transport subsidies for primary producers to help transport livestock and fodder.
• Loans for non-profit organisations up to $25,000
• Financial support towards counter disaster activity undertaken by emergency service organisations to keep communities safe. Council will be
New system for road recategorisation
THE NSW Government is rewriting the framework that determines road management in NSW, announcing a new road recategorisation system this week.
The move comes in an attempt to provide local councils with certainty over who will manage and maintain different roads, allowing for more targeted investment where it is most needed.
Road recategorisation is
the process used to decide whether a road should be managed as a State, Regional or Local road.
This system determines who maintains it, who funds it and how it fits into the broader transport network.
The new framework includes statewide criteria for recategorisation; an ‘always-open’ application pathway; a new online selfassessment data tool for councils; and prioritisation for roads that unlock
housing, freight efficiency, resilience and major infrastructure delivery.
NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said, “For decades, councils have been stuck with a slow, ad-hoc system.
“From today, decisions will be driven by evidence and need, not politics or outdated processes.
“This new system is designed to help roads receive the appropriate investment and ongoing
care, supporting better outcomes for our communities.
“Clear criteria and modern data tools mean these decisions are no longer left to chance or politics.
“Everyone can see the basis for a category change, and that brings greater transparency and confidence to the system.”
Chairman of the Country Mayors Association of NSW, Mayor Rick Firman OAM,
said the move is a positive step forward for regional and rural councils who have been “managing enormous road networks with limited resources and increasingly severe weather impacts”.
“The new framework gives our councils a fair opportunity to have roads properly recognised for their current use, not what they looked like 20 years ago,” he said.
“Being able to apply at any time, backed by clear
criteria and data, is a major improvement.
“It will help councils plan, budget and deliver work more efficiently for our communities.”
With the portal now live, local councils and road managers will be able to put forward proposals for recategorisation.
Reviews of the system and processes will be conducted at three months, six months and then annually to refine the model.
Winners announced in literature award
THE winners of the Port Stephens Literature Award have been announced, with Adrienne Farago of Sawtell taking out top spot.
A total of 111 entries were received from all states except Queensland and Northern Territory.
“Overall, according to the pre-readers and judges, the standard of entries was considerably higher than the past few years... the subject matter and styles were as wide and varied as our great country,” said organiser Kevin Colman
OAM from the Lions Club of Tilligerry Peninsula.
“Thank you for participating in the award and for keeping the skill and love of writing alive in our ever-changing world.”
Results: 1st Place, Port Stephens
Council Award of $500: Adrienne Farago, Sawtell with "Perspective".
2nd Place, Club Lemon Tree Award of $300: Janice Williams, Stawell VIC with "The Apple Falls Close to the Tree".
Highly Commended:
Nellie Crawford, Fremantle WA - "These Boots”.
Ray Keipert, Tea Gardens - "Desperation”.
3rd Place: Lions Club of Tilligerry Award $100, Edward Bassingwaite, Cumbalum with "Sarah"
Vicki Walker, Orange"With Buddy's Help".
Donna Moody-Martin, Port Macquarie - “The Truth be Told".
provided with support to remove debris and for the reconstruction of essential
public infrastructure. Community members affected by the recent bushfires should contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 or visit service.nsw.gov.au
to access information on disaster assistance, grants, and recovery support.
YACAABA CENTRE
Supporting the community since 1989
THE Yacaaba Centre has been dedicated to supporting the residents of the Tomaree Peninsula since 1989.
The Centre offers a wide range of vital services designed to empower individuals and families, including counseling, educational programs, and community support initiatives.
”Our commitment is to ensure that all services are accessible to every client, regardless of their ability to pay,” the team said.
While it receives partial funding from the NSW Department of Community, Yacaaba primarily operates through tax-deductible donations.
“We rely on the generous support of our community to continue providing these essential services to the most vulnerable members of our society.”
The Yacaaba Centre provides mental health
support, domestic violence support, welfare assistance, community programs and activities, workshops and education, referrals to community resources, and advocacy for individual needs.
Call (02) 4984 2176 or email contact@ yacaabacentre.com.au.
The Yacaaba Centre is located at 29 Donald St, Nelson Bay.
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From the MAYOR'S DESK
By Mayor Leah ANDERSON
Keeping it local during the festive season
THE holiday season has arrived and so has summer.
Whether you’re a local or visitor, there’s nothing quite like spending the summer in Port Stephens.
From beaches to shops and places to eat, there’s something for everyone.
We also have plenty of events and activities throughout the season to keep the family entertained.
The It’s On! This season has kicked off, with a series of free activities and events supported by Port Stephens Council.
Our local centres are looking cheerful thanks to the "It’s On! Light's On!" events.
The cheer continues with "Sing for the Season" miniperformances and traditional community carols throughout Port Stephens.
From Nelson Bay to Raymond Terrace, Medowie, Karuah, and Seaham, you can enjoy some live music, festive lights, markets, and fun that bring the community spirit to life for everyone.
The holiday fun also extends to our local Raymond Terrace and Tomaree libraries, which have a program packed full of family-friendly events.
Be sure to come along and join in the fun for family retro games, crafts, movies, drama classes, and even a magic show to keep the kids entertained during the school break.
While you're out and about enjoying the atmosphere, we’re encouraging everyone to think local.
Whether you choose to shop, eat, or explore our area, you’re helping our small businesses have a good season.
If you’re still looking for those last few presents, then be sure to stop by the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) Gift Shop in Nelson Bay.
The shop is full of unique items made right here by local people, as well as easy, readyto-go gift baskets and hampers. Every purchase at the VIC directly supports local makers, artisans, and small businesses in Port Stephens, making it a simple way to find a thoughtful gift that gives back to the community.
Let’s all get involved in the fun-filled events, support our local shops, and spread a bit of friendly cheer across Port Stephens this year.
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Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN
Peace and joy in the Christmas rush
DEAR News Of The Area,
CHRISTMAS is nearly here again!
Is the pace of life getting faster?
Christmas brings family gatherings and presents.
We wish each other “Merry Christmas” and, hopefully, we have a good time.
But Christmas can be busy and stressful, so please pause for just a moment.
You’ve likely heard, in a shopping mall or supermarket, the Christmas carol “Joy to the World; The Lord is Come!”.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if, amongst the busyness and stress, each of us could really experience that joy.
You may also recall the words of the angel choir in a Christmas nativity play, singing
to the shepherds: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among men of goodwill.”
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we (and the world) could experience that peace?
"Peace and joy" is a traditional Christmas greeting – you see it on Christmas cards.
Can we, amongst the busyness and stress, feel peace and joy?
The answer is “yes!”.
God knows each one of us as his son or daughter, knows our trials and even knows our every thought (I‘m glad others don’t!).
And despite our failings, God cares for us - he loves us “warts and all” and wants us to love him too.
In fact, God so loved the world that he sent his son Jesus to be with us (that is what Immanuel means: ‘God is with us’).
‘Nuclear tombs’
DEAR News Of The Area,
NUCLEAR power may seem reliable today, but high-level nuclear waste remains toxic for 100,000 to 250,000 years, far longer than any human civilization has ever lasted.
To put this into perspective: modern English language is 500 years old, Ancient Egyptian lasted about 3,000 years, and no civilization or government has survived tens of thousands of years.
If humanity has already lost the ability to read large parts of Ancient Egyptian, how can we assume people 10,000 years from now will understand our warning signs or written in English or safely manage nuclear waste?
We cannot and that is the core issue.
Proponents often point to deep geological repositories, such
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Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
MY husband's Netflix viewing history shows an abnormal amount of True Crime shows, serial killer series, and murder mysteries. Should I be worried?
Petra L.
Dear Petra,
For some strange reason, many people like having the living daylights scared out of them for relaxation.
I'm not one of them, and it sounds as though you aren't either.
I don't think you should read too much into it.
I like watching musicals but it doesn't mean I'm going to morph into a theatrical performer any time soon.
He lived a perfect life, experienced life’s suffering as one of us, and gave his life as an atonement for our sins (Jesus’ name means ‘The Lord saves’).
Jesus died on the cross, and after three days God raised him to life, proving that all his promises were true.
Those who believe and trust in him, have their sins forgiven.
And as we live by faith in Jesus, we are changed.
Can temptations still arise and can bad habits sometimes persist?
They can, but if we let God’s spirit guide us, we have the power to resist them.
It may be that your husband likes to remind himself that his life isn't as bad as he thinks.
It may be that he would prefer to be scared by something irrational rather than his own fears.
Perhaps you should watch your husband's reactions to these movies for a better insight into why he watches them. If, for example, he is curled up in the corner of the lounge, covering his eyes, and screaming like Janel Leigh out of Psycho, he is probably just after an adrenaline surge.
If, however, your husband is watching with a deadpan expression (or, worse, smiling in a creepy Norman Bates way) there is potential for worry.
Further, if he is making copious notes in a lockable diary, it's time to run, Petra.
Run for the hills (not the hills that frequently appear in horror movies though.
Then you'll be in real trouble).
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
And when we stumble, we can ask for forgiveness.
So, amongst the busyness of arranging gatherings, buying presents and planning holidays, consider celebrating the real meaning of Christmas: God loves us and our sins are forgiven if we put our trust in Jesus as saviour. God is with us at every moment, so keep your eyes fixed on him.
There is hope!
May you find peace and joy this Christmas.
Ross FERRIER, Fingal Bay.
for future generations
as Finland’s Onkalo facility, as a solution.
Yet no repository has been tested over the necessary timescales, and even the most stable formations are vulnerable to seismic and volcanic activity, erosion, groundwater shifts, other natural disasters or climate change.
Engineering alone cannot guarantee safety over 100,000plus years.
Some argue nuclear is necessary because other countries use it.
But many of these nations are phasing out nuclear energy, struggling with ageing reactors, massive decommissioning costs, unresolved waste, and public opposition.
Australia, blessed with worldclass solar and wind resources, does not need to repeat these mistakes.
Nuclear power plants may operate for 60 - 80 years, but its waste outlives entire civilizations.
Is it worth it?
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is unproven at scale and often fails to deliver promised emissions reductions.
CCS is expensive and energy intensive.
The process of capturing, compressing, transporting, and storing carbon dioxide (CO2) extra energy which results in increased cost of CCS and reduces net gains.
This is not a good business model.
Meanwhile, renewables are faster, cheaper, safer, and fully deployable today.
Solar farms last 25–35 years, wind turbines 25–30 years, and storage technologies now provide reliable, firmed electricity. Languages vanish. Empires
collapse. Nations rise and fall.
Even our best scientific models cannot predict human society 100,000 years into the future.
What we can predict is that nuclear waste will remain lethal.
We owe future Australians more than a radioactive legacy.
An energy system that imposes risks for 4,000 generations is not responsible policy.
It is an absolute moral failure.
Not only our governments and politicians but also individuals must lead Australia toward a safer, renewable-powered future, with modern grid infrastructure, storage solutions, and sustainable jobs.
Clean, proven, and forwardlooking energy is the path to follow.
Nuclear is not.
Regards, Htun Htun OO (H2O).
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Stinker’s History: Shipping disasters
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
PORT Stephens, the surrounding reefs and islands have the well-earned reputation as being a graveyard for shipping.
It was thought that the establishing of a lighthouse on Point Stephens in 1862 would solve the problem.
Unfortunately this was not to be the case, particularly for Captain Thomas Kehoe who continually ran aground.
From the 1860s, Captain Kehoe was the master of several large sailing vessels which sailed the waters of the east coast of Australia, and regional overseas ports.
He was the master of seven ships, six of which he owned, which were wrecked along the New South Wales coast between 1869 and 1898.
Three of these vessels were wrecked on the North Head of Port Stephens.
In his early sailing career, Kehoe was the master of ships owned by other parties, but in later years he became both the owner and master of his own sailing ships.
They mainly carried coal from Newcastle and Wollongong to overseas and Australian ports.
To maximise his financial returns, Kehoe sometimes purchased the coal himself and transported it to his own customers.
A study of his seven ship-wrecking experiences casts light on the dangers of the sea-faring profession he embraced.
He had no engines to get him out of a difficult spot, or radios to help him receive advice on treacherous sea conditions.
Despite his persistent problems with sea wrecks, he was seemingly regarded as a competent sailor and Captain, having over 35 years’ experience.
Perhaps his judgement at times could have been questioned.
Of particular interest are the three ships which were wrecked on the North Head of Port Stephens over a two period in 1885 -1886.
It is likely many tons of coal would have been deposited at the entrance to the Port Stephens harbour as a result.
The Stag
The Stag was a barque of 307 tons, and was built in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1865.
She was engaged for some time in the trade between Auckland and Newcastle and was later purchased by Thomas Kehoe.
She was lost off the North Head of Port Stephens on 27 January 1885, being Captain Kehoe’s first shipwreck in the area.
The Fanny
Two months after the sinking of the Stag, Captain Kehoe lost another of his ships - the Fanny. She was a brigantine of 164 tons and was wrecked on the North Head of Port Stephens on 18 April 1885.
The Emperor
And so for a third time, Captain Kehoe lost another vessel, the Emperor, which was also wrecked in the same vicinity of Port Stephens.
The Emperor was a wooden brig of 295 tons being built in Great Britain in 1868 and registered to Captain Kehoe in Sydney.
Stinker’s Fishin’: Hit the beaches
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
DECEMBER means warm water, Christmas Bush, growing excitement and whiting.
Big, broad shouldered, bright eyed, 40cm whiting swimming onto all the beaches between Stockton and Fingal.
Recent reports suggest we are in for a bumper season as schools of whiting have taken up residence in the shallows on the beaches.
Catching a whiting is not all that difficult.
All you need is a deck chair, two fishing rods, half a dozen worms, a few pipis and two pipes to drive into the sand.
Find a likely deep-water hole along the beach and set up as the tide runs in.
Unfold the chair before driving the pipes about 10 metres apart.
Bait up your rods with a worm on one hook and a pipi on the other – toss out and place the rods in the pipes.
Take a seat and let the whiting catch themselves.
Once hooked the rod will buckle over.
For a reasonably small fish, whiting put up a
surprising battle once hooked. Their best performance is saved for the kitchen. Crumbed and dropped into hot oil until golden brown, a fresh fillet of whiting is hard to beat with a squeeze of
lemon and a sprinkle of salt.
So good you will be back on the beach the next day.
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Bumblebees leave their mark in Newcastle Football interdistrict competitions
The established Port Stephens club reaffirmed its status as a power base in the junior and senior interdistrict competitions with 13 Bumblebees teams figuring in the end-of-season finals.
In a meritorious achievement, three Medowie teams - the Under 12/1 B Grade, Under 13/1 A Grade and All Age Men E Grade outfits - collected minor premiership and Grand Final
championship doubles to showcase the club’s depth of talent.
Jaye Walker’s powerful Under 14/1 A Grade line up finished undefeated minor premiers and later etched their names in the record books as the first Medowie side to bring home a Northern NSW Football Champion of Champions trophy.
In a huge feat, the young Bumblebees created history when they toppled their Port Stephens stablemates Nelson
Bay FC in a thrilling penalty shootout to capture the Under 14s crown.
Under the guidance of coaches Zech Hanley, Bianca Pilgrim and Brooke Roberts, the Under 12/1 Medowie side were crowned B Grade minor premiers before sinking Maitland Magpies 4-0 in a knockout semi-final and the Greta Branxton Wildcats 2-0 in the Grand Final championship decider.
Sam Ross's all conquering Under 13/1 A Grade
Bumblebees underlined their supremacy by trouncing Merewether 5-0 in a semifinal and achieving a trophy double with a 2-0 Grand Final victory over Kahibah FC.
Medowie’s skilful All Age Mens squad lifted the Friday night E Grade minor premiership and championship double to cap a successful campaign.
The team eliminated South Maitland 2-0 in a knockout semi-final before toppling Seaham Bowthorne 6-5 in a Grand Final penalty shootout after both sides finished 2-2 after extra time.
Three Medowie teams finished runners-up in Grand Final championship deciders.
Adelaide Morvell’s Under 12 Girls squad turned in strong performances in the C Grade division and advanced
to the Grand Final with a spirited 2-0 triumph over Southern Lakes United.
Swansea FC edged out the Bumblebees 3-2 to claim the honours.
The Medowie Over 30s women’s team made the B Grade Grand Final after sinking Garden Suburbs 3-2 in a penalty shootout.
In an absorbing tussle, the Seaham Bowthorne Swans prevailed with a 2-1 victory to secure the championship title.
Just as impressive were the Medowie Over 35s (2) team coached by Ian Billett that won the Newcastle Football Zone Friday Night E Grade minor premiership.
The Bumblebees downed Muswellbrook Eagles 1-0 in their knockout semi final - only to taste a 3-2 defeat
against the Tenambit Sharks in the Grand Final decider.
Bradley Marshall coached Medowie’s All Age Mens (3) Friday Night D Grade side to a finals appearance along with Rohan McDonald and James Armstrong, who steered the Bumblebees to the Under 13/2 B Grade play offs where they lost 3-1 to Lochinvar Rovers.
Under 14 Girls were beaten 2-0 by Edgeworth in the C Grade finals while the Under 16/1 team bowed out of the finals after a 1-0 loss to Dudley Redhead.
Medowie’s Zone League 3 men's first grade and Over 35s Friday Night B Grade teams also made the finals.
An outstanding year for the Medowie Bumblebees club.
q Medowie FC's U12/1 B Grade team with the win against Greta Branxton in the Grand Final.
q Medowie FC's outstanding U14/1 A Grade team celebrate after winning an historic Northern NSW Champions of Champions trophy in Coffs Harbour
q Medowie FC's All Age Men E Grade team with the win against Seaham in the Grand Final.
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Life memberships for Nelson Bay FC stalwarts
By Chris KARAS
THEY don’t come more dedicated and loyal than Nelson Bay Football Club iron man Daniel McKenzie.
After four decades of sterling service, the Salamander Bay native is one of the great survivors in the cauldron of the Newcastle Football Association community.
There is no hint of retirement for the 46-year-old, who reached another career milestone when bestowed with life membership of the successful Port Stephens-based club.
Daniel and long-time clubmate Peter Hamshaw were honoured for their distinguished service at the club’s recent Annual General Meeting.
It was deserved recognition for two of Nelson Bay’s finest sporting ambassadors.
Since lacing up his first boots as a six-year-old, the evergreen McKenzie has had a close affinity with the Nelson Bay club as a player, coach and volunteer.
If he’s not nullifying rival attacks with his defensive skills as an experienced centre back, or coaching his sons Jack, 19, and 16-year-old Lincoln, you’ll find the hardworking committee member assisting colleagues on match day in various capacities.
A chuffed Daniel told News Of The Area that he was “honoured” to receive life membership of the soccer organisation in which he has virtually grown up.
“I’m a one club man
and have made lifetime friendships here and shared many special moments both on and off field,” reflected the experienced defender.
“The reason I took up soccer was to play alongside my friends and I’ve been fortunate to be a part of the Nelson Bay football family for the past 40 years,” he added.
Daniel holds the rare distinction of having been registered as a player for 40 consecutive years which is believed to be a club record and says there is “plenty of fuel left in the tank.”
He boasts Grand Final championship-winning medals in the Under 18s and Over 35s divisions and several Best and Fairest and Players’ Player awards.
Daniel’s recipe for longevity during the football
season is maintaining his fitness with regular games of touch football, training twice a week, coaching the club’s emerging talent, and juggling his business commitments as the Nelson Bay locksmith.
Sons Jack and Lincoln are two of the club’s most promising defenders and don’t need to look far when seeking technical advice.
A super fit McKenzie will saddle up for his 41st successive season with Nelson Bay in 2026 as part of the Over 35s Division One team with a burning desire to play finals football.
The decorated Hamshaw also received life membership for his yeoman service as a player, coach and volunteer.
A dedicated mentor at Nelson Bay FC from grassroots up, Peter was
Pythons fall short in cricket thriller
By Chris KARAS
MEREWETHER Cricket Club
have consolidated top spot in the Newcastle District Cricket Men's First Division competition.
In a spirited performance, the ladder
leaders registered a hard fought 22 run triumph over Port Stephens Pythons at Lugar Park to stay on top after nine fixtures. Talented number three Leigh Harris topscored for the Merewether line-up with a stylish 71 off 83 balls
that included two sixes and nine boundaries.
He was supported by Tom McKendry (24 not out), opener Brad Smith (23) and skipper Rowan Kelly (22 not out) in a tally of 6-191 in the 40 overs per side clash.
Pythons skipper Lleyton
Eveleigh (2-18 off eight overs) and Jason Eveleigh (2-30 off eight) toiled hard with the ball for the depleted reigning premiers in the heat and humidity.
In reply, the Port Stephens outfit failed to capitalise on enterprising
Goninen sets up Seagulls victory
By Chris KARAS
LIFE is good for Nelson
Bay cricket legend Jeff Goninen in Newcastle’s top grade circles. For the second match in succession, the local produced a batting masterclass, piloting his Stockton and Northern
Districts side to victory in the Rippit first grade premiership.
Goninen carved out an unbeaten 55 as the Seagulls scrambled to a dramatic two wicket victory over Merewether to remain undefeated and on top of the competition table on 39 points.
It was Stockton’s sixth victory from seven fixtures and lifts them three points clear of second ranked Newcastle City (36) and six ahead of rivals Wallsend (33) in third spot.
Chasing a target of 189, the Seagulls were reeling at 8-135 before the prolific
Muree Golf Results
By Lee RANKIN
SATURDAY 29th Nov. Stableford. A Grade 1. John P Sullivan 38 2. Greg Rasmus 37 3. Matthew Foley 37 B Grade 1. Glenn Dickson 41 2. David Jones 40
3. Jimmy Doyle 39 C Grade 1. Anthony Styles 42 2. Aaron Wolfe 39 3. Jonty Moore 37 2BBB Jonty Moore/ Joshua Marks 49 Pro Pin Jaxon Brooks Wednesday 3RD Dec. Medley Stableford. A Grade
Goninen joined forces with experienced campaigner Aaron Bills (6 not out) for a match-winning union of 34 for the ninth wicket.
The former Newcastle representative batsman faced 83 deliveries and struck seven boundaries and two sixes in a valuable knock under pressure in
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starts with Blake McKee (28 off 23 balls with six boundaries), captain Eveleigh (25 off 40, including five boundaries) and tailender Lachlan Freeman (23) leading the way with enterprising knocks.
But it was to no avail as the fifth ranked Pythons were dismissed in the 35th over for 169 with
the searing heat. It followed his classic century (102) against Wallsend just seven days prior.
Jake Hainsworth (34) and Cameron Tanner (17) gave the Seagulls a flying start with an opening stand of 45 before Asher Hart (27) and skipper Nick Foster (20) also made important contributions with the bat.
Merewether seamers Brent Watson (3-55), Ben Troke (2-27 off six overs) and Mitchell Piller (2-24) sharing the bowling spoils. Port Stephens will be chasing a much needed victory when they host third placed Waterboard Wests in a Grand Final replay this Saturday at King Park in Raymond Terrace.
Tilligerry Social Golf Club
5/12/25
OUTRIGHT winner. Ed Martin. 40 Bonus points winner. Bob West. 38 Ball winners. Kim Miller. 37 Barry Disch. 37 Hugh Potts. 37 Wendy Couvaras. 37 Grahame Glover. 36 Ron McKay. 36
Brian Riddell. 36 Bradman Award. John McDonald NTP4TH.
A. Kim Miller. B. Ed Martin
D&C7TH.
A. Bryan Porter. B. Bob West D&C18TH.
A. Phil Germon. B. Bob West
Harry Cornwell was the pick of the Merewether bowlers, snaring 5-30 off a tidy 12 over spell. Earlier, the Merewether X1 were dismissed for 168 after winning the toss with Lincoln Melmeth (4-45 off 13 overs) and Newcastle representative paceman Tremayne Small (2-14 off 11) the chief destroyers. Money hole.
A. Kim Miller.
B. Bob West Lucky number. 14. Ron Dews There were. 15 starters today. Congratulations to all the winners.
Next game 12/12/25 Single Stableford
instrumental in senior men's football for over 15 years as
player
coach,
returned to play Over 35s with the club in 2025.
q Nelson Bay FC stalwarts Daniel McKenzie and Peter Hamshaw were honoured with life memberships at the club’s recent AGM.
In the box seat
By Jasper BRUCE, AAP
THE last time Australia went 2-0 up in the Ashes, they went on to blow a golden chance to win the series outright, but Marnus Labuschagne pointed to one passage of play from the Brisbane Test when asked how the team would stop history repeating.
Mitchell Starc's second player-of-the-match performance from as many Tests this series powered Australia to an eight-wicket defeat of England inside four days at the Gabba.
Australia are now in the box seat to hold the Ashes for a fifth consecutive series; no England side has ever recovered 2-0 down to win the Ashes.
"It's a great effort to be in this position," Australia's No.3 Labuschagne said after the second Test.
"We won the big moments, it's just an awesome day for the performance of the team."
England came within
a whisker of overturning a 2-0 series deficit in the 2023 series, left to rue Manchester rain that washed out a fourth Test they appeared well on track to win.
The series ended 2-2 and Australia retained the urn.
Asked how Australia would avoid a similar scenario this time - admittedly against a weaker, travelling England - Labuschagne drew on a batting partnership that helped the hosts take full control of the second Test.
Captain Steve Smith flagged adaptability as the Australian way of Test cricket before the match began and that quality was epitomised by the 75-run stand between bowlers Starc (77) and Scott Boland (21no) for the ninth wicket.
After the dangerous Alex Carey (63) nicked off, the duo beefed up an 82-run lead to help Australia to a formidable first innings total of 511.
Starc and Boland weathered the new ball and
slowed the pace of the game down to ensure England would need to bat under lights on Saturday night, when they collapsed and fell out of touch with the game.
As Labuschagne sees it, as long as Australia can continue to have moments like that partnership, they can keep Test matches - and therefore the series - on their terms.
"We're in a really nice spot where we're just really process-driven, focused on what we need to do to be ready and once again being ready for those big moments in the game," he said.
"I look back on this game and I look at the partnership between 'Starcy' and Scott. I look at those moments to get us in the situation where we had the night session on our terms.
"To shift the momentum from losing the toss in daynight cricket is a really impressive feat."
In another bonus, Australia's XI is only set to grow stronger heading to Adelaide.
Chief selector George
Bailey has already flagged Pat Cummins is set to return from his back injury to play his first match this summer, with Nathan Lyon likely to be recalled after his omission in Brisbane.
That is likely to mean Brendan Doggett and Michael Neser drop out despite the latter completing a fivewicket second-innings haul in
Kiwi Fern Parker ready to step up for Knights
By Chris KARAS
RAYMOND Terrace rugby league
warrior Shanice Parker is ready to play a leader’s role with the Newcastle Knights in next year’s NRLW competition.
Parker, a dual premiershipwinning centre with the Knights, shapes as a key player in coach Ben Jeffries’ 2026 squad after strong performances this season in the domestic and representative arena.
The loss of international halfback Jesse Southwell to the Brisbane Broncos has rocked the Knights, who were beaten 30-6 by the eventual premiers in a Grand Final qualifier at Suncorp Stadium back in September.
Jeffries will look to the
experienced Parker to spearhead the back division with her bustling running style, ball skills and solid defence - a feature of the Newcastle winning blueprint in 2025.
Shanice is the daughter of former Jillaroo Danielle Parker and has signed on with the Knights until the end of the 2028 season.
The powerful centre represented New Zealand at this year’s Women's Pacific Championships and scored a try in the Kiwi Ferns’ 40-8 loss to the world champion Jillaroos in the Cup final staged at Sydney’s CommBank Stadium last month.
Parker has also pulled on the New Zealand Maori and NSW jumpers in recent times and was the Knights’ NRLW Player of the Year in 2022.
She began her NRLW career with the Sydney Roosters in 2019 before linking with Newcastle and proved a key figure in the club capturing back-to-back premierships during the 2022 and 2023
Brisbane on Sunday.
Josh Hazlewood is set for more time on the sidelines after picking up a minor Achilles tendon issue while plotting a comeback from his hamstring injury.
But just as Starc and Boland's adaptability with the bat helped Australia in Brisbane, Labuschagne was buoyed by the team's
resilience to overcome the injuries to begin the series.
"I take a lot of pride in these moments when you're able to win games without potentially two of your best bowlers available," he said. "(But) getting more guys to select from and the calibre of Pat and Josh, when that unfolds, will be very exciting."
Port Stephens Veteran Golfers Association
By Gary WATT
RESULTS from a single
Stableford competition played at Tanilba Bay GC on Monday 1st December with 36 players.
Nett Winner : Peter Hawkins 42pts.
Nett Runner Up : Lester Lake 40pts.
Bonus Point Winner : Phil Rogan 43pts.
Bonus Point Runner Up : Al Stark 40pts on c/b.
Nearest the Pin, 4th Hole : Div 1 : Fred Rimoni.
Div 2 : Kel Dorney.
Nearest the Pin, 11th Hole : Div 1 : John Clayton.
Div 2 : Bryan Porter.
Drive & Chip, 7th Hole :
Div 1 : Gary Watt.
Div 2 : John Howlett.
Drive & Chip, 18th Hole,
Div 1 : John Hogan.
Div 2 : Peter Hawkins.
Ball Winners : Jim Asvestas 40pts, Kel Dorney 40pts, Andrew Warden 40pts, Bob Sellick 39pts, Gary Watt 39pts, John McDonald 38pts, Fred Rimoni 37pts, Frank Vandruten 37pts, John Howlett 36pts, Shayne Mullarvey 36pts, Peter Toth 36pts, John Hogan 35pts, Brian Riddell 35pts, Barry Leo 35pts, and Peter Wild 35pts. Lucky Draw Prize Winner : Noel Sewell.
q Mitchell Starc (r) and Scott Boland have been lauded for their key partnership at the Gabba. Photo: Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS.
q Raymond Terrace native Shanice Parker shapes as a key player for the Newcastle Knights in the 2026 NRLW premiership. Photo: Telstra.
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SATURDAY
THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO
SBS VICELAND, 8.30pm
Sam Claflin (pictured) and acting icon Jeremy Irons lead an impressive cast for this epic eight-episode interpretation of Alexandre Dumas’ 1846 novel. The men are cast as prisoners on a forbidding island off the coast of Marseilles. They spend five years chipping away at the mortar between them, with the elder Abbé Faria (Irons) educating Edmond Dantès (Claflin) in multiple subjects before his death gives the younger man a chance to escape. Armed with Faria’s knowledge of a vast treasure, Dantès makes for the island of Monte Cristo to claim his fortune.
FRIDAY, December 12
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. (Final, Ml, R) 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.00 QI.
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Australian Chamber Orchestra’s 50th Gala. Hosted by Jeremy Fernandez and Megan Burslem.
8.30 Maigret. (Final, Mav) Tragedy strikes in Saint-Fiacre. Maigret’s absence in Paris has terrifying consequences.
9.25 Hard Quiz. (Final, PG, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.55 Crime Night! (Final, R)
10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
10.55 ABC Late News. (Final)
11.15 Silent Witness. (Final, MA15+a, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
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 Hard Quiz Kids. (Final) 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.35 Late Programs.
SUNDAY
CRICKET
SEVEN, 7pm
The summer of cricket is now in full swing, treating fans to action left, right and centre. Between Saturday night’s WBBL final, the third Ashes Test commencing in Adelaide tomorrow and the electrifying action of the Big Bash League beginning tonight, cricket lovers are spoiled for choice by the sport’s overlapping fixtures. Live from the Furnace, the first match-up of the Big Bash season pits the Perth Scorchers against the Sydney Sixers. After an early exit in BBL14, the Sixers (aided by new signing, Pakistani superstar Babar Azam) will be eager to make a statement against the most successful side in the league’s history. As cricket legend Aaron Finch (pictured) puts it, “The best thing about the BBL is the unpredictability”.
Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Outta Town Adventures. (R) 10.15 Leave No Trace. (PG) 11.10 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 South America With Simon Reeve. (PGaw,
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Jaws: Making A Splash In Hollywood.
8.30 William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill. (Mav, R)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Sisi. (Ma, R)
11.40 Culprits. (MA15+v, R)
1.50 Soldiers. (Mal, R)
3.35 Growing A Greener World. (PG, R)
4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
MONDAY
BILL BAILEY’S VIETNAM ADVENTURE
SBS, 7.35pm
As far as travel companions go, English comedian Bill Bailey (pictured) has to be up there with the zaniest, most affable and entertaining offsiders to hit the road with. Keen to immerse himself in local life, the Black Books star jams with musicians, meditates with monks and enthusiastically connects with the Vietnamese people in this six-part travelogue. Returning to Vietnam a decade after his first visit, Bailey is intrigued by how the country has changed in recent years, but also determined to know more about its ancient stories and history. In this final episode, he sets sail in a traditional boat and weaves through the limestone karsts and mythical waters of Ha Long Bay, learning about its legendary dragons.
6.00 NBN News.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. Melissa King visits Castlemaine. 8.30 MOVIE: The Holiday. (2006, Mls, R) Two women who live on opposite sides of the Atlantic impulsively switch homes for Christmas. Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law.
11.10 MOVIE: Morbius. (2022, Malv, R) A biochemist is transformed into a vampire. Jared Leto.
1.15 Miniseries: Any Human Heart. (Malns)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
5.00 NBC Today.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Swimming. Australia v The World.
10.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) The taskforce uncovers a sinister robbery scheme.
11.30 Next Stop. A look at holiday destinations.
12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard.
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 Summer. (PG, R)
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.00 Golden Girls. 8.30 Nanny. 9.30 Addams Family. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon Talking Honey. 12.10 Pretty Little Liars. 3.00 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Contestants compete in a high-stakes game where they must beat The Banker to win a cash prize. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple’s Morningside
6.00
SATURDAY, December 13
6.00 Back Roads: Harvey, WA. (R) Lisa Millar visits the town of Harvey, WA. 6.30 When The War Is Over: Afghanistan. (PGa, R) Rachel Griffiths meets artist Ben
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks. 6.25 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: The Night Before Christmas In Wonderland. (2024) 8.50 Chopped Junior. 9.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.15 Abbott Elementary. 10.35 Speechless. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Wham! Last Christmas Unwrapped. (PGl, R)
8.40 Alpine Hotel At Christmas. (R)
9.35 Osborne House: A Royal Retreat. (PG, R)
10.50 The Real Spies Among Friends. (PGalv, R)
11.45 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R)
3.05 Being Beethoven. (PG, R)
4.10 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.40 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Final. 10.30 Women’s Big Bash League Final Post-Game. Coverage of the WBBL Final post-game. 11.00 MOVIE: The Rock. (1996, MA15+lv, R)
An FBI agent and a convict break into the former Alcatraz prison to stop a renegade general. Sean Connery, Nicolas Cage, Ed Harris.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.
5.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Avatar. (2009, Mv, R) A paraplegic man remotely operates an alien body. Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana.
10.45 MOVIE: The Domestics. (2018, MA15+lv, R) A couple search for safety. Kate Bosworth.
12.30 Getaway Presents France. (PG, R)
1.30 Our State On A Plate. (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 UK. (PGa) A family of three dogs are split up.
7.30 Selling Houses Australia. (PGa) Mary and Tom saved for many years while working at a supermarket and they finally purchased their two-storey dream home.
8.40 Location, Location, Location Australia. (PGa, R) Mitch and Mark search Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula to help two sets of buyers.
9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) A series of random
6.00
SUNDAY, December 14
Spicks And Specks. (PG)
Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG) Seven artists return for the semi-final.
The Forsytes. (Final, PG) Jolyon decides his future.
Return To Paradise. (PGdv, R)
Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)
Annabel Crabb’s Civic Duty. (PG, R)
FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 5pm Peppa Pig. 5.10 Stick Man. 5.40 Peter Rabbit. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Andy And The Band.
7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 MOVIE: Niko: Beyond The Northern Lights. (2024, PG) 8.55 MOVIE: A Boy Called Christmas. (2021, PG) 10.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.55 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The
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6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma. (PG)
8.30 Ken Burns’ The American Revolution. (PG)
10.40 Mayhem: Secret Lives Of Georgian Kings. (PGav, R)
11.35 Australian Fashion Past, Present, Future. (PGn, R)
1.05 Empires Of New York. (Madl, R)
3.35 Dishing It Up Christmas Special. (PGl, R)
4.30 Growing A Greener World. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News.
5.15 France 24 Feature.
5.30 APAC Weekly.
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4.25 Fashionista. 4.35 WorldWatch. 5.35 Road To Change. 6.05 MOVIE: Miyazaki, Spirit Of Nature. (2024, PG) 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 The Count Of Monte Cristo. 9.35 Rama X:
SBS MOVIES (32)
Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 7.55 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 10.20 There’s Still Tomorrow. (2023, Italian) 12.30pm Annie’s Fire. (2022, M, French) 2.40 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 4.45 Delfin. (2019, Spanish) 6.25 The Giants. (2023, PG) 8.30 Michael Collins. (1996, M) 10.55 Erotic Stories. 1.05am La Chimera. (2023, M) 3.30 One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. (1975, M) 6am The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 7.45 The Giants. (2023, PG) 10.00 La Chimera. (2023, M) 12.25pm Michael Collins. (1996, M) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.30 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 5.25 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 7.00 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982) 8.30 The World’s Fastest Indian. (2005, PG) 10.50 Blow Dry. (2001, M) 12.30am I Know What You Did Last Summer. (1997, MA15+) 2.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 1. Perth Scorchers v Sydney Sixers.
10.30 Big Bash League Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the game. 11.00 7NEWS Spotlight. Liam Bartlett sits down with a killer.
12.00 The Queen Unseen. (PG, R) Takes a look at Queen Elizabeth II.
8.10 Events That Changed Australia: Black Saturday. (Ma) 9.20 Red Eye. (Premiere, Ml) A police officer escorts a criminal back to Beijing. 11.20 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mv, R)
12.10 Wild Cards. (Mv, R) 1.00 Explore TV. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News.
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Manchester United v West Ham United. 4.30 My Way. 4.35 Young Sheldon. 5.05 Dinner With The Parents. 5.35 MOVIE: Superman IV: The Quest For Peace. (1987, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Avatar: The Way Of Water. (2022,
ABC FAMILY (22)
MONDAY, December 15
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00
Take 5. (R) 10.25 Vera. (Ma, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Ningaloo Nyinggulu. (R)
2.00 Death In Paradise. (PGv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
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 TKO: Total Knock Out. (Premiere) 9.15 The Crystal Maze. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.
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.
9.20 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 The Man Who Died. (Malv) 11.35 Culprits. (MA15+v, R) 1.45 Pagan Peak. (MA15+a, R) 3.45 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.15 Rediscover Victoria. (R) 4.45 Bitesize. (R) 4.55 Bitesize. (PG, R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 2. Melbourne Renegades v Brisbane Heat. 10.30 Big Bash League Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the game between the Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat.
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Violet struggles to write a letter to Carver. 12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s) Abby goes on a date with a TV celebrity.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
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: Muriel’s Wedding. (1994, Mls, R) A woman leaves her small town to find romance. Toni Collette.
10.50 The Equalizer. (Mav)
11.40 Sight Unseen. (Premiere, Mv)
12.30 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)
Today Early News.
TUESDAY, December 16
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 The Art Of... (Mns, R) 10.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Forsytes. (Final, PG, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (PGv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (PG,
A Country Road: The Nationals. (R) 1.20 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R) 2.05 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 2.55 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Knee High Spies. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 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 Operation Ouch! 8.30 Animals Up Close With Bertie
6am All At Sea.
(2010, PG) 7.30 The World’s Fastest Indian. (2005, PG) 9.50 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982) 11.20 Man Who Didn’t Want To See The Titanic. (2021, M, Finnish) 12.50pm Blow Dry. (2001, M) 2.30 The Movie Show. 3.05 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 4.55 The Scarlet And The Black. (1983, PG) 7.30 Samia. (2024, M) 9.30 Unforgiven. (1992, M) 11.55 Late Programs.
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 In Colour. (PGa, R)
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Families Like Ours. (Mal)
12.10 De Gaulle. (Mav, R)
2.05 Nordland 99. (Mals, R)
4.05 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Count Of Monte Cristo. 9.35 I Am Smokin’ Joe Frazier. 11.10 Question Team. Midnight Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 Mastermind Australia. Noon WorldWatch.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 3. Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Thunder. 10.30 Big Bash League Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the game between the Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder.
11.00 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGa) Quinten’s parents visit.
12.00 Miniseries: London Spy. (MA15+ds) Danny is accused by the papers of murder.
1.15 Travel Oz. (R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
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 Future House.
6am The Scarlet And The Black. Continued. (1983, PG) 8.05 The World’s Fastest Indian. (2005, PG) 10.20 Let Me Go. (2023, M, French) 12.05pm Unforgiven. (1992, M) 2.25 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 4.00 P’tang, Yang, Kipperbang. (1982) 5.30 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 7.30 Bandit. (2022, M) 9.50 Million Dollar Baby. (2004, M) 12.20am Taking Lives. (2004, MA15+) 2.15 Late Programs.
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WEDNESDAY, December 17
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Australian Chamber Orchestra’s 50th Gala. (R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (PGa, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 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 How To Train Your Dragon Homecoming. 8.20 Steven Universe. 8.45 Adventure Time. 9.05 Teen Titans Go! 9.30 We Bare Bears. 9.40 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
SBS World News.
Costco At Christmas. (R)
Terror On The Space Station. (PGa)
Crime. (Madlsv)
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Elvira. (PGa, R)
2.15 Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2024. (Malns, R)
3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.20 Rediscover Victoria. (R)
4.50 Down Under Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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3.45 WorldWatch. 5.40 Travel Man. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.35 The Count Of Monte Cristo. 9.40 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.30 MOVIE: Reservoir Dogs. (1992, MA15+) 12.20am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Mr Blake At
Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 8.00 The Scarlet And The Black. (1983, PG) 10.35 Samia. (2024, M) 12.35pm Bandit. (2022, M) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.25 Mary Shelley. (2017, PG) 5.35 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 7.40 The Nugget. (2002, M) 9.30 A Good Person. (2023, MA15+) 11.55 Crimes Of The Future. (2022, MA15+) 1.55am Million Dollar Baby. (2004, M) 4.20 Let Me Go. (2023, M, French)
THURSDAY, December 18
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.55 The Secret Life Of Lighthouses. (PGav, R) 10.50 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Amazon: The Lost World. (PG, R) 2.55 Nick Knowles Into The Grand Canyon. (PG, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (PGl, R) 4.15 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 When The War Is Over. (Final, PGa, R) 10.30 The Piano UK. (Final, PG, R) 11.25 QI. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (PGv, R) 3.00 QI. (PG, R) 3.30 Nigella Bites. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PG, R) 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.15 The Secret Life Of Lighthouses. (PG, R) 11.10 Who Do You Think You Are? US. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Planet Reef. (R) 3.05 Going Places. (R) 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 ABBA And Elvis In The Outback. (Ml)
8.35 The Untold Story Of The Vatican.
9.35 Vigil. (MA15+av)
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Vienna Blood. (Return, MA15+av)
12.10 Outlander. (MA15+asv, R)
1.35 House Of Promises. (Ms, R)
4.15 Growing A Greener World. (R)
4.45 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)
4.55 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize.
(R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.
7.30. (Final, R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Knee High Spies. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 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 Operation Ouch! 8.30 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.15 Secret Life Of The Kangaroo. 10.00
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Mastermind Australia. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30 Australia’s Sleep Revolution. 1.30 Appetite. 2.40 SBS50. 2.45 Insight. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 Travel Man: 96 Hours In Rio. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Count Of Monte Cristo. 9.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.20 The UnXplained. 11.10 Homicide. 12.05am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Mary Shelley. (2017, PG) 8.15 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 10.20 Million Dollar Baby. (2004, M) 12.50pm Too Cool To Kill. (2022, M, Mandarin) 2.50 The Movie Show. 3.25 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PG) 5.20 A Room With A View. (1985, PG) 7.30 Up In The Air. (2009, M) 9.30 An Unfinished Life. (2005, M) 11.30 Ben Is Back. (2018, M) 1.30am A Good Person. (2023, MA15+) 3.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Morning session. 12.30 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Afternoon session. 3.10 The Ashes: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Evening session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 4. Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers.
10.30 Big Bash League Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the game between the Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers.
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Kidd connects with a troubled teen.
12.00 MOVIE: Top Of The Class. (2020, Mav, R) A student is accused of murder. Jacqueline Scislowski, Kate Watson.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
The Zoo. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Master. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Morning session. 12.30 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 1.10 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Afternoon session. 3.10 The Ashes: Tea Break. 3.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Evening session.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Match 5. Melbourne Stars v Hobart Hurricanes. From the MCG.
10.30 Seven’s Cricket: The Spin. An expert panel examines all the big news and issues with a deep dive into the world of cricket.
11.15 The Amazing Race. (PG) Hosted by Phil Keoghan.
12.45 Life. (Malsv, R) A court reporter is beaten to death.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (PGl, R)
8.30 Paramedics. (Mm, R) A motorcyclist crashes into parked cars.
9.30 RPA: Jamie’s Baby. (PGm, R)
10.30 American Crime Story. (Madlsv)
12.30 Resident Alien. (Final, Mlv)
1.20 9Honey: He Said She Said. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Global Shop. (R)
TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 NBN News.
