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PM Vision For Hunter Future

Heaven On Earth

PM Backs Manufacturing In Hunter

All To Play For

By .Marian SAMPSON

PRIME Minister Scott Morrison returned to Port Stephens in the Hunter making this his third visit to the region in recent times.

The Prime Minister took the time to visit Energy Renaissance’s new site at Tomago where a $28 million plant is about to be built.

Once operational the facility will produce lithium batteries.

Energy Renaissance has been working in partnership with the University of Newcastle and the CSIRO on the development of the technology which will be used at the plant.

The facility is expected to be completed in October of 2021.

q Prime Minister Scott Morrison at the Energy Renaissance Site at Tomago with Energy Renaissance Managing Director Mark Chilcote viewing the plans for the plant. Photo by Marian Sampson.

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison Backs Manufacturing In Hunter FROM Page 1

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During the visit the Prime Minister launched the Federal Government’s resource roadmap.

The Prime Minister Scott Morrison told News Of The Area, “In the Hunter, they're building the future; on this site with lithium-ion batteries.

“When I think of all the regions of our country, it's very hard to consider a region that will benefit more from the economic policies we're putting in place than the Hunter.”

For some time now, the Australian government has been working internationally through partnerships, on ways that Australia can be a part of the supply chains for critical minerals and rare earths.

“It has been a keen topic of our national-level discussions.

“It is a sovereign and strategic priority for Australia to ensure that we are hard-wired into this supply chain around the world.

“Because these rare earths and critical minerals are what literally pulls together the technology that we will be relying on into the future,” said the Prime Minister.

Karen Andrews Minister for Industry, Science and Technology said, “What we have determined are that there are some priorities for manufacturing here in Australia where we have comparative or competitive strengths.

“Today is the opening of funding for resources technology and critical minerals processing.”

She announced two streams of funding; one which funds the commercialisation of good ideas and the other supports businesses q Prime Minister Scott Morrison with the Lithium batteries. Photo

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By Geoff WALKER

IT is not uncommon in Port Stephens to find dead or injured turtles wallowing in the shallows or dead on the sands.

Indeed, with increasing use of the waterways by recreational fishermen and boaties, between five and ten of these creatures fall victim to propeller strikes each year.

They were also drowned by becoming enmeshed in ‘witches hats’ crab traps before they were banned.

There are three distinct types of turtles which frequent the waters of the Port Stephens and Greater Lakes Marine Park.

These are the green turtle, the hawksbill and the loggerhead.

What's more they are tagged and radio tracked.

They even have individual names, such as 'Crabby,' 'Jodie,' 'Lucy,' and 'Max'.

Long time local Mike Colecliffe, a sailor and Marina Manager, sees quite a few.

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q Prime Minister Scott Morrison with Energy Renaissance Managing Director Mark Chilcote. Photo by Marian Sampson.

to enter international supply chains.

“In terms of resources technology and, specifically, critical minerals, Australia has a very long history of being a resource-rich nation where we have done extraordinarily well at digging that product out of the ground.

“The path that has been missed is the value-add.

“So, whilst we are very good at digging the product out of the ground, we ship it overseas, it's processed overseas in many instances, and we pay an extraordinary amount of money to purchase that material back in a different form, here in Australia.

“As a government, we want to “I also recall our Coast Guard vessel rescuing one in distress,” he added.

“There are still a lot of them

change that. We want to do more of the value-add here in Australia.

“Resources technology is an area where we are already world-leading, but there are significant opportunities for us to expand that even more. “ “We have incredible stores of lithium.

“At the moment, we aren't processing that to any great extent here in Australia.

“But we want to make sure that, through our critical minerals processing roadmap, that we are setting a pathway where Australia can recover the maximum amount of lithium, and that we can then look at how we can value-add to that and, specifically, looking at how we can build the battery industry right here in Australia. around and we have to keep a weather eye out for them during our Sunday races off Tanilba Sailing Club,” he concluded.

q A much younger Mike Colecliffe with the giant turtle he found years ago on Bull Island in Lemon Tree Passage.

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Man charged after threatening police with knife in Lemon Tree Passage FROM Page 1

Shortly before 11pm on Friday 5 March 2021, officers from Port StephensHunter Police District were called to a home on

Cambridge Avenue, Lemon Tree Passage following complaints of loud music.

Officers spoke to the female occupant of the premises and left the scene only to return thirty minutes

First Aid Ready

By David WILSON

LIKE many sporting clubs in NSW, Nelson Bay Croquet Club took advantage of the NSW State Government’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program which enabled the Club to purchase and instal an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in 2019.

The installation of the defibrillator was accompanied by training in the use of the AED and in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

While understanding how important this was in meeting the Club’s duty of care to members, the then Management Committee decided that the CPR training should be complemented by more general first aid training

such that members could be assured of assistance in the event of other medical issues and accidents while playing croquet at the Nelson Bay courts.

With assistance from a Federal Government Volunteer Grant, the Club is providing certified first aid training to 15 members of the Management Committee, Day Captains and coaches.

The first aid course offered

by Tomaree Community College comprises an online learning component which is followed by a one day, faceto-face practical session. Both components require 100% pass rate before certification is approved.

The members who have completed the training to date are: Rob Batho, Trevor

later for another complaint of noise.

The occupant again turned the music down and officers left.

On receiving the third call to the home, officers issued

q Kay Smith and Liz. Friend at practical training.

VISION is something we need from our leaders and the Prime Minister outlined his vision for the future of the Hunter this week when in Tomago.

The Prime Minister was enthusiastic about the Hunters future, particularly around innovative collaborative projects like the production of Lithium batteries.

He highlighted the positive nature of skills training for the future of the region and supporting more manufacturing while collaboration between universities, science agencies, and investors.

expanding trade markets.

The discussion focused on manufacturing, training and technology as well as innovation.

The Prime Minister said, “In so many ways, the Hunter is the model case.”

He believes that if it will work in the Hunter it is going to work in Australia.

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There is passion and commitment of businesses, educators and the people of the

q Prime Minister Scott Morrison outlining his vision for the future of the Hunter.

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the front yard of the home towards police, allegedly armed with a knife.

Officers called on the man to drop the weapon, however, he failed to comply.

A taser was deployed, and

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the occupant with a formal direction to cease the noise.

On leaving, police will allege they heard a 24-yearold man threatening the occupant.

The man walked out into

the man was arrested.

He was taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station where he was charged with two counts of intimidation, and being armed with intent.

He was refused bail.

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“And I'm just keen to ensure that I'm working with the Hunter to remove any obstacles that could be in their way, because I can assure you, a policy problem solved here in the Hunter means it's going to be a policy problem solved elsewhere in Australia.”

“Because these are the regions that I particularly want to see go ahead into the future.”

When it comes to manufacturing the Prime Minister is keen to see the Hunter continue to manufacture aluminium, be involved in training, science exploration and

manufacturing medical products.

In relation to removing barriers to trade for the region, the Prime Minister was keen to see the Newcastle Port able to deliver all the services that this region needs for it to be successful.

“Let me be very clear about the outcome I want to see.

“Whether it's the port here in Newcastle or the port up in Townsville or wherever ports may be, I want to be able to, in Gladstone, I want these ports to be able to service the regions as fully and as competitively as is possible.

“That's what I want to see.

“I want to see the Port of Newcastle working for the Hunter, and I'll be working to that end.

However, the Prime Minister did state that the process that the Treasurer has instigated in relation to the Port would continue and he expressed his hope that the process will achieve an outcome that will end with a Port of Newcastle that works for the Hunter.

The Prime Minister stopped short of committing the government to resolving the issue of compensations paid to New South Wales Ports.

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Police Station site unrest

By GEOFF WALKER

“IF the police property section knew the background to the proposed new station in Tilligerry, they would think twice about their decision to site one in Lemon Tree Passage.”

These are the words of long time campaigner Doreen Bradley and reflect the sentiments of the vast majority of residents.

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Doreen provided News Of The Area with some background on policing in the local area.

“The best policing we ever had was when we had a resident officer who was left alone to do his

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job,“ she mused.

“You could ring him at any hour of the day or night and he'd be on the spot immediately for serious offences,” she said. “One officer was even known to turn up to a crime scene in his pyjamas with his gun!” she added.

Doreen said this changed when a new commissioner centralized control of local police operations in Maitland.

“If our local officer received an emergency call at night, he would phone Maitland to 'clock on' and was told not to respond as the incident would be 'prioritised’.

“This meant that a couple of officers would arrive a day or so later.

“The system just collapsed with crime running rampant,” she said.

Doreen said her community came together to try and improve policing in the local area, in response to a perceived drop in standards.

“This community ran a

relentless campaign to get policing back on track and it worked,” she said. ”We started our own 'buy a cop' initiative which went viral nationwide in the media and 'A Current Affair' was in town twice.

“We also conducted a very effective Crime Forum,” she added.

“These actions put pressure on the Minister and the Commissioner to the extent that the new Port Stephens Command was established and things improved,” she asserted.

It was then that talk began of the development of a new police station in Tanilba Bay. “The overwhelming push out this way was to see a new station built in q

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www.newsofthearea.com.au RAF Park Tanilba Bay and two permanent officers appointed,” Doreen said.

“We now find that the police have wasted $500 000 buying an old house in LTP. “It is riddled with asbestos.

“They plan to demolish it and dump a prefabricated 'dog box' station on the site.

“It just won't work,” she said.

Doreen said the police should be working with the community to come to the best possible outcome.

“Considering what we've done over the years to improve policing it is insulting to us to be treated with utter contempt.

“Policing is about working with communities, not against them.

“They haven't heard the last from us, not by a long

chalk,” she concluded.

Port Stephens Councillor and Crime Forum member Cr Steve Tucker echoed Doreen's concerns.

“They know of the Council's offer to give them the RAF Park site but have refused to engage with the community on the issue,” he said.

“All the community got was a staged media release outside the current rented premises in Lemon Tree Passage and they then disappeared,” he stated.

“The police property section and the minister have made themselves items of ridicule by the general public.

“Crime is no longer the problem at the moment.

A huge problem has been created by those responsible for the logistics and administration,” he added.

Man arrested and charged on outstanding warrants POLICE have arrested and charged a man on outstanding warrants with serious domestic violence-related offences and firearms offences in Raymond Terrace today.

About 5.30am on Sunday 7 March 2021, officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were called to Truscott Street, Raymond Terrace, after reports a man was attempting to gain access to a home.

Following inquiries, the officers established the 29-year-old man was wanted on four outstanding arrest warrants for offences relating to domestic

violence and firearms offences, and a revocation of parole.

By the time police arrived at the scene, the man had gained access to the home.

A 26-year-old woman, who is the occupant of the property and known to the man, was also inside.

Upon seeing police, the man attempted to flee the home through a roof cavity and was stopped by officers.

He was arrested and taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station.

The 29-year-old was charged with; • Stalk/intimidate intend fear physical etc harm (domestic)

• Contravene prohibition/ restriction in AVO (Domestic) • Agg B&E & commit serious indictable offencepeople there • Destroy or damage property • Take & drive conveyance w/o consent of owner (x 2) • Drive motor vehicle during disqualification period • Goods in personal custody suspected being stolen (not m/v) He was refused bail to appear at Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 8 March 2021.

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A New Medowie CBD Is Just 7 Days Away

By Marian SAMPSON

ANNA Bay was Port Stephens first host of a 7 Day Makeover and now it is Medowie’s turn.

The benefits of the 7 Day Makeover at Anna Bay are as clear as the sign that spells out the communities pride in the township.

The volunteerism was huge at Anna Bay; businesses and community groups are continuing on with donations of time, tools and expertise across the township and public spaces.

Medowie is now in line to be transformed by this community-driven initiative from 8 to 14 May 2021.

The brainchild of David Engwicht from Creative Communities, the 7 Day Makeover empowers communities to improve their places and spaces.

Creative Communities aim to empower communities to continue to create vibrant spaces that are lived in and are interactive.

Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer said, “The 7 Day Makeover is all about creating places where people want to spend their time and their money.

“That fits perfectly with our Council’s focus on improving the liveability of our town centres and enabling our communities to own and drive the growth of their place.”

“Port Stephens Council is proud to be partnering with Creative Communities again to bring the 7 Day Makeover to Medowie and I’d encourage all of our community and local businesses to get involved however you can.”

Local resident and makeover advocate Councillor Chris Doohan says it’s time for Medowie to take on the challenge.

“We are a proud town that is growing rapidly.

“Now is a chance for some of the older and newer residents to meet and work together to help make our town centre something we can be proud of, and continue to energise and promote our strong community spirit,” Cr Doohan said.

The Seven Day MakeOver in Anna Bay broke the Creative Communities record for the most number of volunteers to ever take part in a 7 Day Makeover.

“It doesn’t matter about skill level or ability — there are important roles for absolutely everyone.

“It’s all about working together to make Medowie a better place,” he said.

Creative Communities Director and internationally renowned placemaker David Engwicht said he’s excited to be back in Port Stephens.

“Anna Bay was one of the highlights of the

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7 Day Makeovers we’ve done.

“I’ve been to Medowie to have a look and I see a lot of potential!

“The great thing about this program is that because the community has made over their town centre, every time they walk past these improvements there’s a huge sense of pride and connection to their town.

“That’s really the heart and soul of what we’re trying to achieve,” he said.

Local businesswoman Brooke Vitnell has established an office in Medowie in the last 14 months, she told News Of The Area, “I welcome the 7 day makeover as this project will be driven by the Medowie community for the benefit of the Medowie community.”

“In our CBD there is no where appropriate for people to congregate or to meet, I

welcome any proposals that make our CBD a more harmonious and user friendly place,” she said.

It will be interesting to see the outcome of the workshops where the community will identify its priorities for Medowie.

An information night with a presentation by David Engwicht will be held at the Medowie Community Centre on 13 April at 6.30pm, with the makeover scheduled for early May.

q David Engwicht detailing the 7 Day Makeover process to Port Stephens Business Leaders on an earlier visit to Port Stephens. Photo by Marian Sampson.

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Never Too Old

By Marian SAMPSON YOU are never too old to learn something new.

Better yet, as you get older you get to choose your subject matter based on lifestyle and interests.

Little wonder that the Fingal BayProbus Club

q Sandra Huckstep, Rosamund Martin, Jenny Wright, Rex and Edith Sneyd, Geraldine Jeffery, Vicki Archer, Trevor Gray, Verlaine Griffith, Norman Martin, Roy Jeffery.

members are choosing to learn about wines, and of course they choose to sample them as they learn!

Julia Redlich told News Of The Area, “It is fun – and the friendship is so apparent at every meeting.

“Recently Roy Jeffery from the Social Committee was in

charge, and his choice was to serve two wines of the same variety but from different wine companies.

“The selection was accompanied by tasty nibbles and glasses of water to cleanse palates.

“There were a variety of comments, most of them of

personal tour of the stunning five acres of manicured landscaped grounds, formal gardens and natural wetlands by the inspirational owners, Barbara and Andrew Symonds who have done wonders in 8 years.

The boardwalk is certainly a highlight, it takes those willing to explore through the wetlands to the creek at the rear of the property.

Julie McAllister the Tomaree Ladies Club Publicity Officer told News

Heaven On Earth

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Tomaree Ladies Probus Club is just one of several Probus Clubs operating on the Tomaree Peninsula.

Many older women choose to engage in social activities in groups with other women as do some men.

The Tomaree Ladies Probus Club delivers a haven for women wanting to socialise with other women.

This Probus Club has a female membership some of whom have partners that attend mixed gatherings.

Recently the Tomaree Ladies Probus Club ventured out to Salt Ash on Lemon Tree Road where they indulged in a High Tea at Heavens Garden.

Tomaree Ladies Probus were first treated to a

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q President Kitty Phipps and Club wine and dine organiser Marilyn Jennings admiring the peaceful lake.

course favourable!,” she said.

The meeting ended with coffee and cake.

“On offer on this occasion was a splendid Hummingbird cake that brought comments about the origin of the famous recipe.

“Was it from an island in the Pacific (“Tahiti sounds

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when everyone voted in favour of the source of today’s recipe from hostess Verlaine Griffiths.

“Thanks to her it was a grand finale to the afternoon,” said Redlich.

The Fingal Bay Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the second Monday of each month at the Fingal Bay Sports and Recreation Club, 100 Rocky Point Road, Fingal Bay. New members and visitors are welcome to learn more about the club and its activities that include wine and dine evenings, walking for pleasure, comfortably casual morning meetings, and a variety of guest speakers.

For more information, call 4984 1448 or 0419 119 216.

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eats with bar drinks and tea/ coffee.”

“Tables in the cool pavilion overlooking these glorious gardens adjoining the home simply groaned with bar drinks, tea and coffee plus high tiers of decadent home made goodies prepared

by the chef.

“The club has future trips planned for later this year including a visit to Destiny Haven near Dungog.

“Special thanks go to the club’s trips and outings very efficiently organised by Wendy Bowden,” she said.

q Heaven Gardens owner Barbara Symonds, Marilyn Jennings and President Kitty Phipps enjoying a short rest while touring Heaven Gardens.

q Bev Schroeder, Margaret Tompson, Vice President and assistant secretary Daphne Smith and Narelle Hughes about to tuck into the High Tea.

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History Repeats Itself

By Geoff WALKER

TO commemorate the sesquicentenary of the landing of Lieutenant William.

Caswell, a reenactment and gala day was held on the foreshore at Tanilba Bay in 1981.

A large sailing boat hove to and a landing party was rowed ashore to be greeted by local natives.

The Union Jack was raised, a cake cut and a commemorative stone unveiled.

It was later set in the central gateway column at the main road intersection.

Those present were then taken on a walk around the perimeter of the historic homestead but were not permitted inside the grounds as it was privately leased at the time.

A great day was had by all.

Relations between the Caswells and the local

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Indigenous people have been reported as being positive during colonial times.

Indeed the recently published 'History and Heritage of Tanilba House' (2019) states that, 'The Worimi and Lt. Caswell's family certainly had respect for one another and a peaceful co-existence and inter-cultural exchange developed between them which saw the Aboriginal people undertaking seasonal work for rations and tobacco alongside convicts, and, also sharing knowledge.'

History is about to repeat itself with the new owners of Tanilba House celebrating the 190th anniversary of the colonial mansion on 28 March.

There will be an 'Open House' and activities including devonshire teas with local schools performing along with brass and ukulele bands, dance groups, cultural

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Being greeted by the local indigenous people.

displays and a Lions Club BBQ. Entry is $2 and the celebrations will be between 10.30 am and 2.30 pm.

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Saving Turtles

By Marian SAMPSON

SEA Shelter is a wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and release organisation, especially equipped to help sick and injured sea turtles.

The organisation is based q The baby turtle found on a local beach.

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at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters at the Corner of Port Stephens Drive and Nelson Bay Rd at Anna Bay. Sea Shelter works with Taronga Zoo and other wildlife rescue organisations to save turtles and other animals that

need care and rehabilitation before they can be released back into the wild.

A baby turtle was recently recovered on a local beach.

Unfortunately this young turtle did not survive, however if rescued turtles are placed into suitable care quickly they stand a better chance of long term survival and

reintroduction into the wild.

Worldwide, six of the seven sea turtle species are classified as threatened or endangered, due to the actions of humans.

According to NPWS Ranger Keely Markovina, marine turtles are a threatened species and it is important to protect them, as they are very vulnerable and should not be disturbed.

“Marine turtles face many threats, including beach erosion, artificial lighting and climate change and these issues could also affect nesting patterns.

“We believe NSW beaches will become increasingly important for turtle nesting if sand, sea and air temperatures continue to rise, as our climate

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is cooler than in QLD where there is a higher amount of turtle activity than here.”

The National Parks and Wildlife Service is urging people to report sightings of turtle tracks, hatchlings and dead or injured turtles to the local NPWS office as soon as they see anything.

“Don’t disturb a nesting turtle, be careful where you walk and remember that dogs are not permitted on beaches in national parks,” Miss Markovina said.

“It’s also important to dispose of litter, plastic and fishing line properly as turtles can become entangled or eat plastic rubbish washed into the sea.”

Balloons released into the

atmosphere also form a deadly hazard for turtles and we are encouraged not to release balloons.

Lia Periera Founder of Sea Shelter told News Of The Area, “It’s our mission to save as many as we can, so if you see any turtles in the wild that need our help please get in touch.

“They are a keystone species just like sharks and rays, they help keep our oceans healthy.

“You can do your bit by taking your used fishing lines and nets away to dispose of responsibly, reduce your plastic waste and keep nesting beaches clean and clear for turtles to lay their eggs,” she said.

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Honouring Sgt Geoffrey Richardson THE life and service of Sergeant Geoffrey Richardson was honoured on Friday, as the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District dedicated its multipurpose training room in his honour.

Sergeant Geoffrey Richardson from the Port Stephens Local Area Command was killed when the police car he was driving crashed into a tree on Lovedale Road, Allandale, around 11.50pm on Saturday 5 March 2016.

At the time, Sergeant Richardson had been driving to assist colleagues who were engaged in a pursuit.

He was the only person in the car at the time of the crash.

Sergeant Richardson graduated from the NSW Police Academy in 1998, serving at Campbelltown Local Area Command as a Constable until 2005.

During his 18-year policing career, he served at Cobar, Central Hunter and Lake Macquarie, before returning to the Port Stephens Local Area Command in 2015.

Sergeant Richardson was the recipient of numerous awards, q

The Geoffrey Richardson Room.

including a Region Commander’s Commendation for Bravery, and a posthumous Commissioner’s Commendation for Service.

On the fifth anniversary of his passing, Sergeant Richardson has been remembered by his final command, with the station’s multipurpose training room at Raymond Terrace Police Station being dedicated in his name.

Deputy Commissioner Gary Worboys APM joined Northern Region Commander, Assistant Commissioner Max Mitchell APM, Port StephensHunter PD Commander, Detective Superintendent Chad Gillies, and Sergeant Richardson’s family and loved ones for a dedication ceremony on Friday 5 March 2021.

Assistant Commissioner Mitchell said Sergeant Richardson’s devotion to his local community was second to none, and today’s dedication is another example of the high regard his fellow officers held him in.

“Geoff was a hard-working and highly respected police officer.

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“He was committed to his job, committed to his mates, and committed to the community he served.

“We are one big policing family, and this is another way we can remember ‘Richo’ and his service to the Port Stephens community,” Assistant Commissioner Mitchell said.

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FIONA Morrison is a resident from Raymond Terrace who is currently acting as a surrogate to Josh and Jack BowmanPinnock, AKA, ‘The Sydney Dads’.

With two children, Fiona loved being pregnant, and had considered surrogacy for many years before she began to research options in February 2019.

In May 2019, Fiona met Josh and Jack and knew that it would be a great match.

“One day I finally just said to myself that I wanted to do this.

“I jumped online and

FOLLOWING the successful Anna Bay 7 Day Makeover in 2019, I am excited to announce it’s coming back to Port Stephens — this time at Medowie from 8 to 14 May 2021.

We are thrilled to welcome the Creative Communities team back to Port Stephens to work their magic on Medowie.

The 7 Day Makeover is all about creating places where people want to spend their time and their money.

This fits in perfectly with our focus on improving the liveability of our town centres and allowing our communities to own and drive growth in their own places and spaces.

It was incredible to see how Anna Bay was transformed in just 7 days on a limited budget in December 2019, thanks to the hard work of the community, local businesses and volunteers.

The community of Medowie is growing rapidly and this initiative will provide an opportunity for both old and new residents of Medowie to work together to re-energize and invigorate the town centre.

Anna Bay broke the record for the most number of volunteers to ever take part in a 7 Day Makeover, but I’d love to see if Medowie can do better.

It doesn’t matter about your skill level or ability — there is something for everyone to get involved in. I look forward to seeing you all come together to make Medowie an even better place!

Creative Communities Director David Engwicht will present an information night, explaining how the 7 Day Makeover and how you can get involved from 6:30pm Tuesday 13 April at Medowie Community Centre, 44 Ferodale Road Medowie.

Find out more and register as a volunteer at 7day.com.au.

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started to do my research.

“After one surrogacy match fell through, I started chatting to Josh and absolutely knew that I wanted to give them a baby,” Fiona said.

“I knew that with a male couple it would be completely different because they don’t understand pregnancy and labour, they have no expectations.

“It would be life-changing for not only them, but for myself and my children too.”

Fiona spoke to News Of The Area about breaking down the stigma of what ‘normal’ is.

“I want my children to understand that there is no ‘norm’ when it comes to modern families now.

“There are families with

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divorced parents, single parents and same-sex couples deserve a family too,” she said.

“It’s surprising to see how supportive people are, especially when they get to know the boys.

“People start following our story and start to realise how lovely they (the boys) are.

“I know that they are going

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to be great parents,” she said.

After choosing an American egg donor from the World Egg Bank, the embryo transfer was successful in July 2020, resulting in a positive pregnancy.

The baby is due on Easter Saturday and we wish Fiona the best of luck with her labour.

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RHOD GILBERT: STAND UP TO SHYNESS

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Public speaking is often ranked as one of the biggest fears we can imagine, but for most of us in daily life, standing up and talking in front of large groups of people is not a regular occurence, so we can get on just fine. But for a surprisingly large portion of society, small group interactions – even just one-on-one – can be equally as terrifying and debilitating. Comedian Rhod Gilbert is no stranger to the stage, but it masks his crippling social anxiety and shyness that is no laughing matter. Here, he attempts to get to the bottom of what makes him so shy in the first place and what the experts suggest can be done to reduce its impact.

Kind of like the <i>Doctor Who</i> of detective series, we get a new DI every few seasons of <i>Death in Paradise</i>, which keeps this entertaining and not-toogruesome British comedycrime drama ticking along just nicely. In series nine, DI Neville Parker (Ralf Little) has landed on the island of Saint Marie, but his debilitating allergies, creepycrawly phobias and general neurosis has meant this plum job in paradise is more of a living nightmare for him.

Luckily, there is always plenty of work to keep him busy. Tonight, Parker and the team investigate after the leader of a survival training course is found dead in the remote forest of a neighbouring island.

ASIA UNPLATED WITH DIANA CHAN

SBS FOOD, 8pm

When a freeto-air network boasts a channel dedicated to food and cooking, you know you can expect the real deal. This upbeat series, hosted by former MasterChef winner Diana Chan, doesn’t need any bells and whistles: the delicious recipes are paired with vibrant food photography, letting the ingredients do the talking (and get your mouth watering). Tonight, Diana turns her attention to the dishes of Southern India. Red onion bhajis with yoghurt dipping sauce and crispy prawns are on the menu. Chan’s commentary brings an authenticity to this series that many chefs would love to get their hands on.

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Q+A. (R) 11.00 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Back Roads.

(PG, R) 1.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R) 2.00 Poldark. (PG, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons.

4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (PG, R) 5.10 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News.

12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 1.55 How Reagan And Thatcher Saved The World.

(PGav, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 4.00 Great Indian Railway Journeys. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: The Perfect Boss. (2013, Mav, R) 2.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Amazing Grace. (Ma, R) 2.00 Desperate Housewives. (M, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 The Living Room.

(PG, R) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey.

4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Jane Edmanson explores a natural oasis.

8.30 Vera. (Mav, R) Part 3 of 4.

DCI Vera Stanhope investigates a hit-and-run and a stabbing death.

10.00 Mum. (Ml) Pauline has a visitor.

10.30 State Of The Union. (PGl, R) 10.45 ABC Late News.

11.00 The Vaccine. (R) 11.15 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. (R) 11.45 Aftertaste. (Final, Mdls, R) 12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Mystery Of Rome’s Sunken City. (Ma, R) 8.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) 9.00 Who Do You Think You Are? UK. (PG, R) 10.10 The Royals And The Nazis. (M) 11.10 SBS News. 11.40 Travel Man. (R) 12.15 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Paris-Nice Race.

Stage 6. 2.15 VICE Guide To Film. (Malv, R) 3.05 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

Johanna Griggs runs through a host of small jobs to make the entrance of a home more welcoming. Tara Dennis provides tips for updating kids’ bedrooms as they grow. Fast Ed prepares oven-baked chicken divan.

8.30 MOVIE: Ladies In Black. (2018, PGl) A young woman learns about life and love while working at a department store in ’50s Sydney, at a time where immigration was booming and multiculturalism was in its formative days. Angourie Rice, Julia Ormond, Rachael Taylor.

10.50 To Be Advised.

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1.

Brisbane Broncos v Parramatta Eels.

9.55 Golden Point. A postBrisbane Broncos versus Parramatta Eels match news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: The Mechanic.

(2011, MA15+lsv, R) An elite hit man takes on an apprentice. Jason Statham, Ben Foster.

12.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent.

(Mav, R) A boy is found murdered.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Global Shop.

4.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 A Current Affair. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Living Room. (PG, R) The team renovates a cabin.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show.

Irish comedian Graham Norton chats with actors Vicky McClure, Adrian Dunbar, Daisy Ridley, Bryan Cranston and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Irish singer-songwriter Imelda May performs Made to Love.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Just For Laughs. (MA15+ls, R) 11.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.00 The Project. (R) 1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Geoffrey Atherden’s Liberty Equality Fraternity. 10.15 Brush With Fame. 10.40 The Record. 11.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 12.35am Catalyst. 1.35 Parks And Recreation. 1.55 Reno 911! 2.20 Chewing Gum. 2.45 News Update. 2.50 Close. 5.00 Bing.

5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Late Programs.

6am WorldWatch.

Noon Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. 2020 NHK Trophy. Replay. 2.05 Gaycation. 3.00 Climate Crisis: Make The World Greta Again. 3.40 WorldWatch.

5.05 The Joy Of Painting. 5.35 Shortland Street.

6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Rhod Gilbert: Stand Up To Shyness. 9.35 Mums Make Porn Germany. 11.25 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness.

1.00 Miniseries: Madoff. 3.00 Million Dollar Minute.

3.30 Weekender. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Highway Cops. 8.30 Escape To The Country.

9.30 Selling Houses Australia. 10.30 Property Ladder UK. 11.45 Late Programs.

6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Miracle Hospital. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.25 MOVIE: Charley Moon.

(1956) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Seven Worlds, One Planet. 8.40 MOVIE: Shooter. (2007, MA15+) 11.10 Late Programs.

6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Star Trek: The Next Generation. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

12.30am Shopping. 2.00 Nash Bridges. 3.00 JAG. 4.00 ST: Next Gen. 5.00 Jake And The Fatman.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Black Narcissus. Continued. (1947, PG) 7.30 Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG, Mandarin) 10.10 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 11.55 Swallows And Amazons. (2016) 1.45pm The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 4.15 The Tale Of Despereaux.

(2008, PG) 5.55 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi) 7.50 Phantom Of The Paradise. (1974, M) 9.30 Red Joan. (2018) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 1.30 Storage Wars. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Billion Dollar Wreck.

4.00 Timbersports. 4.30 Pawnography. 5.00 Shipping Wars. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Men In Black 3. (2012, M) 9.40 MOVIE: Predators. (2010, MA15+) 11.50 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 The Nanny. 4.30 Young Sheldon.

5.30 MOVIE: Ella Enchanted. (2004, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Stick It. (2006, PG) 9.35 MOVIE: Bring It On. (2000, M) 11.35 Big Heads. 12.35am Lethal Weapon. 1.30 Surfing Australia TV. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Frasier.

10.00 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 The Conners. 10.30 Charmed. 11.30 Big Bang. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Medium. 2.30 Late Programs.

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 The Friday Showdown. 5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Credlin.

7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 Kenny On Media. 8.30 The McGregor Angle. 9.00 Hardgrave. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

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WIN (5)

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Musical! (R) 1.55 Last Drinks At Frida’s. (PG, R) 2.10 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds. (R) 3.10 Princess Margaret: The Rebel Royal. (PG, R) 4.00 Ask The Doctor.

(PG, R) 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Soccer. A-League.

Round 12. Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets.

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Soccer. Indigenous v National Premier Leagues. Indigenousroos v Queensland.

H’lights. 2.35 Sportswoman. 4.05 Travel Man. (R) 4.35 The Story Of God With Morgan Freeman. (PGavw, R) 5.35 Hitler And Churchill. (PGa, R)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. The All-Star Mile Raceday and Chandon Ladies Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 Destination WA. 1.05 My Way. 1.35 MOVIE: Annie. (2014, PGa, R) 4.00 The Pet Rescuers. (PG) 4.30 The Garden Gurus.

5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30 Destination Dessert. (R) 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 2.00 Three Blue Ducks.

(PGl, R) 2.30 Australia By Design: Innovations.

(PG) 3.00 10 Travlr Northern Territory. (R) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 4.00 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 5.00 News.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories and events as they unfold, with comprehensive analysis and reporting.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Madv) DI Neville Parker investigates the death of a survival expert on a remote island near Saint Marie.

8.30 Call The Midwife. (PG) May’s adoption by the Turners comes under threat when someone from her past appears.

9.30 Harrow. (Mav, R) As Harrow’s attempts to reconnect with his son are frustrated, Fern and James grow closer.

10.25 Miniseries: Apple Tree Yard. (Malv, R) Part 3 of 4.

11.20 Press. (Mls, R) 12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. (Return, PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Monty Python’s Life Of Brian. (1979, Maln, R) 10.10 Kubrick In His Own Words. (MA15+av, R) 11.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Paris-Nice Race. Stage 7.

1.20 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+alv, R) 3.00 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News.

5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) A Chinese student at the Sydney International Airport says he has nothing to declare to biosecurity, but an X-ray of his bag reveals otherwise. Narrated by Grant Bowler.

7.30 MOVIE: Shazam! (2019, Mav) A young boy’s life takes an unexpected turn when he inherits the superpowers of a wizard. Zachary Levi, Mark Strong.

10.30 MOVIE: Lone Survivor.

(2014, MA15+lv, R) Four SEALs are dropped behind enemy lines.

Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch.

1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders. (PG) Experts help people declutter their lives.

8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Identity.

(2002, Mlv, R) A man sets out to discover his identity. Matt Damon, Franka Potente.

10.45 MOVIE: The American.

(2010, MA15+lsv, R) 12.35 Surfing Australia TV. (R) 1.05 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Mls) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact. (R)

6.00 Three Blue Ducks. Follows “The Ducks”, including Andy Allen, Mark Labrooy and Darren Robertson, as they hunt for ingredients.

6.30 To Be Advised.

7.00 The Cube. (R) Game show in which teams of two put their skills to the test by completing tasks in a perspex cube.

8.00 Ambulance. (Return, Mal) Takes a look at the London Ambulance Service as it deals with all manner of crises.

10.20 To Be Advised.

11.50 Inside The Children’s Hospital.

(PG, R) Narrated by David Tennant.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Live At The Apollo. 9.20 Ross Noble: Stand Up Series. 9.50 Would I Lie To You? 10.25 Why Are You Like This. 10.50 High Fidelity. 11.15 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Midnight Escape From The City. 12.55 Would I Lie To You? 1.30 This Country. 2.25 News Update. 2.30 Close.

5.00 Bing. 5.10 Little Princess. 5.20 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

8.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 WorldWatch. Noon MOVIE: St. Trinian’s. (2007, M) 1.50 Ralph. 2.00 New Girl. 3.00 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.30 Basketball. NBL. Brisbane Bullets v Sydney Kings.

7.30 Australia In Colour. 8.30 The X-Files. 9.20 Romulus. 11.20 The Sunny Side Of Sex. 12.15am Vogue Williams: Wild Girls. 1.15 Enemies Of The People: Trump & The Press. 2.25 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 Winners. 11.00 Animal Rescue. Noon Weekender. 12.30 Creek To Coast. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Sydney Weekender. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.15 Animal Rescue. 3.45 Property Ladder UK. 5.00 Horse Racing. The AllStar Mile Raceday and Chandon Ladies Day. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Newstyle Direct. 6.30 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 11.50 The Baron. 12.50pm Hitchcock. 1.20 MOVIE: The Small Voice. (1948, PG) 3.05 MOVIE: Pacific Destiny. (1956) 5.05 MOVIE: Shane. (1953) 7.30 Rugby Union. Super Rugby. Round 4. Brumbies v Queensland Reds. 9.45 Super Rugby Post-Match. 10.00 MOVIE: 21 Grams.

(2003, MA15+) 12.30am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 10.00 Diagnosis Murder. Noon JAG. 1.00 The Doctors. 2.00 Jake And The Fatman.

4.00 iFish. 4.30 Mighty Machines. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 Scorpion. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. 10.20 To Be Advised. 11.20 L.A.’s Finest. 12.15am Hawaii Five-0. 1.10 48 Hours.

2.10 Elementary. 3.10 The Doctors. 5.00 Home Shopping.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Eagle Has Landed. Continued. (1976, PG) 7.30 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (1952) 9.15 The Tale Of Despereaux. (2008, PG) 10.55 Hotel Salvation.

(2016, PG, Hindi) 12.50pm Forever Enthralled.

(2008, PG, Mandarin) 3.30 The Red Turtle. (2016, PG, No dialogue) 5.00 Esio Trot. (2015, PG) 6.40 Swallows And Amazons. (2016) 8.30 Boys Don’t Cry. (1999, MA15+) 10.40 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am The Next Level. 7.00 Fishy Business. 8.00 Home Shopping. 10.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 11.00 Motor Racing.

TCR Australia Touring Car Series. Round 2. 3pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round 7. St Kilda v GWS Giants. 5.00 Shipping Wars. 6.00 Megastructures.

7.00 Building Giants. 8.00 Mighty Ships. 9.00 Mighty Cruise Ships. 10.00 Air Crash Investigation.

11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.45pm Xtreme Collxtion. 2.45 MOVIE: Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son. (2011, PG) 5.00 MOVIE: Evan Almighty. (2007) 7.00 MOVIE: Despicable Me 3. (2017, PG) 8.45 MOVIE: The Spy Who Dumped Me. (2018, MA15+) 11.00 Big Heads.

Midnight A Night With My Ex. 1.00 After The Raves. 2.00 Xtreme Collxtion. 3.00 Power Rangers Dino Charge. 3.30 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Frasier.

10.00 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 The Middle.

12.30pm The Amazing Race Australia. 2.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 3.30 Friends. 6.00 Columbo. 7.30 Kojak. 8.30 Spyforce. 9.30 The Big Bang Theory. 10.30 The Middle. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 2 Broke Girls. 4.00 Mom. 4.30 Home Shopping.

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Gameday Live.

9.00 Racing Dreams. 10.00 News. 11.00 News.

Noon News. 1.00 News. 2.00 News. 3.00 News.

4.00 Racing Dreams. 5.00 News. 6.00 Escape From Iran: Kylie Moore-Gilbert. 7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 Fox Sports News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 9.30 Fox Sports News. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, March 14 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8)

WIN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Australia Remastered. (R) 3.30 The Mix: The Music. (R) 4.00 Soccer. W-League. Round 12.

Melbourne City v Newcastle Jets.

6.00 WorldWatch. 10.30 German News.

11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News.

12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 1.15 Space Shuttle: Triumph And Tragedy. (PGa, R) 3.00 Beach Volleyball.

ABVT Tour. Finals. 5.00 Sportswoman. 5.30 Hitler’s Last Year. (PGa, R)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 1.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 2.00 MOVIE: The Maltese Falcon. (1941, PGav, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Easy Eats. 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 1.00 Women’s Footy. (PG) 2.00 David Attenborough’s Dynasties. (PG, R) 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1.

Canberra Raiders v Wests Tigers.

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Australia

By Design: Innovations. (PG, R) 9.30 St10.

(PG) 12.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGl, R) 1.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 2.00 Taste Of Australia. (R) 2.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 3.00 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 3.30 Roads Less Travelled. (R) 4.00 The Amazing Race Australia. (PGl, R) 5.00 News.

6.05 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News Sunday.

7.40 Grand Designs New Zealand. Hosted by Chris Moller.

8.30 Harrow. (Mv) Harrow investigates the deaths of a teenager and a teacher, who both died from similar causes.

9.20 Silent Witness. (Madv) A body is found on railway tracks.

10.20 Miniseries: Patrick Melrose. (Madls, R) 11.25 Line Of Duty. (Mav, R) 12.25 Wentworth. (Madlv, R) 1.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.10 Wentworth. (Madlv, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) 9.20 Burger Wars: Burger King Vs McDonald’s. (Ml, R) 10.10 Meat: A Threat To Our Planet? (Ma, R) 11.15 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Mal, R) 12.10 Michael Mosley: A History Of Surgery. (PGa, R) 1.10 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Paris-Nice Race. Final stage.

3.10 Railway Journeys UK. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 7NEWS Presents: Ivan Milat – Buried Secrets. Part 1 of 2. Takes a look at evidence that Ivan Milat may have been responsible for more murders.

9.10 MOVIE: Kingsman: The Golden Circle. (2017, Mlsv, R) After the Kingsmen are attacked by a mysterious enemy, Eggsy and Merlin are the organisation’s sole survivors and must join forces with their US counterpart, the Statesman, to defeat the villain’s plan. Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Mark Strong.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Married At First Sight. (PGls) 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.40 Under Investigation: The Disappearance Of Janine Vaughan.

(Mal, R) Presented by Liz Hayes.

10.50 Nine News Late.

11.20 Forensics: The Real CSI. (Ma, R) 12.30 Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun. (MA15+adlv) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

4.00 Take Two. 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project.

A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia. (l) The teams head back in time at the historic town of Ross where they must compete in a gruelling challenge.

8.30 FBI: Most Wanted. The team welcomes a new member as they begin their hunt for a repeat offender and the child he kidnapped after murdering the boy’s mother. Jess tries to move past the awkward exchange he had with Sarah.

10.30 The Sunday Project. (R) 11.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Compass. 8.30 Louis Theroux: African Hunting Holiday. 9.30 Mambo: Art Irritates Life. 10.30 Catalyst. 11.30 Harry Seidler: Modernist.

12.25am You Can’t Ask That. 1.00 Restoration Australia. 1.55 Would I Lie To You? (Final) 2.25 This Country. 2.55 News Update. 3.00 Close. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

8.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 WorldWatch. Noon Motorcycle Racing. Austn Superbike C’ship. 3.00 New Girl. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 Basketball. NBL. Perth Wildcats v Adelaide 36ers. 6.30 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 7.00 Monty Python’s Flying Circus. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Planet Expedition.

9.30 Wet Markets Exposed. 10.20 Letterkenny.

11.30 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 NBC Today. Noon The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 1.00 Motor Racing. TCR Australia Touring Car Series. Round 2.

3.00 The Zoo. 3.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 8.30 Miniseries: Flesh And Blood.

(Premiere) 9.30 Bodyguard. 12.10am The Zoo. 12.45 The Fine Art Auction. 4.00 Harry’s Practice.

4.30 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Home Shopping.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs.

8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 TV Shop.

10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Avengers. 11.30 Rainbow Country. Noon Hitchcock. 12.30 Garden Gurus. 1.00 Getaway. 1.30 MOVIE: Three Hats For Lisa. (1966) 3.30 MOVIE: Southwest Passage.

(1954, PG) 5.00 MOVIE: How To Murder Your Wife.

(1965, PG) 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Chicago P.D. 9.40 Chicago Fire. 10.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 Bondi Rescue. 8.30 Star Trek: Voyager. 10.30 Escape Fishing With ET. 11.00 Scorpion. 1pm The Doctors. 2.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 2.30 Buy To Build. 3.00 Fishing Edge. 4.00 Fishing Australia. 5.00 iFish.

5.30 Bondi Rescue. 6.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue.

7.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 48 Hours.

11.20 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Hotel Salvation. Continued. (2016, PG, Hindi) 7.35 Swallows And Amazons. (2016, PG) 9.25 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 11.55 The Red Turtle. (2016, PG, No dialogue) 1.25pm Tom Thumb. (2001, PG, French) 3.05 Wadjda. (2012, PG, Arabic) 4.55 Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 6.35 The Ash Lad. (2017, PG, Norwegian) 8.30 Capernaum. (2018, M, Lebanese Arabic) 10.50 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

11.00 Motor Racing. TCR Australia Touring Car Series. Round 2. 1pm Football. AFL Women’s.

Round 7. Carlton v Fremantle. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 7. Brisbane Lions v Collingwood.

5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Last Car Garage. 6.30 Border Patrol. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring.

(2001, M) 12.05am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

1.30pm Liquid Science. 2.00 Dance Moms. 4.00 MOVIE: Open Season: Scared Silly. (2015, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Road Chip. (2015, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Star Trek. (2009, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Star Trek: Generations. (1994, PG) 12.20am Liquid Science. 1.20 Dance Moms. 3.00 Power Rangers Dino Charge. 3.30 Thunderbirds.

4.30 Pokémon. 4.50 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Brady Bunch.

8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.00 Neighbours. 11.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. 1pm The Amazing Race Australia. 2.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 3.30 Friends. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.00 Friends.

10.30 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Home Shopping.

1.30 Mom. 3.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.30 Home Shopping.

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Sunday Agenda.

9.00 Outsiders. 10.00 Outsiders. 11.00 Business Weekend. Noon News. 1.00 Fox Sports News. 2.00 Fox Sports News. 3.00 Fox Sports News. 4.00 Fox Sports News. 5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Sharri.

7.00 Chris Smith Tonight. 8.00 In My View. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Escape From Iran: Kylie Moore-Gilbert. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

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MONDAY, March 15 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (Madv, R) 2.00 Parliament.

3.15 ABC News Afternoons.

4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 This Week. 7.30 WorldWatch. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Elizabeth I And Her Enemies. (Ma, R) 3.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 4.00 Great Indian Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Dark Desire. (2012, Masv, R) 2.00 Criminal Confessions. (Malv, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Explore. (R) 1.15 Married At First Sight. (PGls, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 11.00 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. 2.30 Ent. Tonight. (PG) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey.

4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Being Frank: The Frank Gardner Story. (Ma) 10.25 ABC Late News.

11.00 Catalyst. (Final, PGm, R) 11.55 Wentworth. (Madl, R) 12.50 Parliament Question Time.

1.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Madl, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Secret Life Of Lighthouses. (PG) 8.30 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) 9.25 The Story Of The Songs. (M) 10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Outlander. (Mav) 11.50 Berlin Station. (Malsv, R) 3.40 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News.

5.15 NHK World English News.

5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Marilyn is heartbroken.

7.30 Ultimate Tag. (PG) A high-octane physical competition that takes the popular childhood game of tag to new heights.

9.00 9-1-1. (Madv) The 118 come to the aid of a man pinned under a four-wheel drive, and a garage band in distress.

10.00 The Rookie. (M) A rookie is involved in a shooting.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Station 19. (Ma) 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mal) The social experiment continues.

9.10 Under Investigation: China And The Virus. (PGa) Presented by Liz Hayes.

10.10 100% Footy. (Return, M) 11.10 Nine News Late.

11.40 The First 48. (Mav) 1.20 Explore. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia.

Hosted by Beau Ryan.

9.00 Hughesy, We Have A Problem. Dave Hughes is assisted by celebrities to discuss solutions to problems experienced on a global scale.

10.00 The Graham Norton Show.

(R) Guests include Bryan Cranston.

11.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Earth’s Tropical Islands. 9.45 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces.

10.35 Escape From The City. 11.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 12.15am Would I Lie To You? 12.45 Parks And Recreation. 1.10 Reno 911! 1.30 Chewing Gum. 1.55 Josh. 2.25 News Update. 2.30 Close. 5.00 Grandpa Honeyant. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon To Be Advised. 2.00 The Curse Of Oak Island.

2.50 DNA Nation. 3.55 WorldWatch. 4.20 This Week. 5.15 The Joy Of Painting. 5.45 Shortland Street. 6.15 Forged In Fire Latin America. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

8.30 Taskmaster: Champion Of Champions. 9.25 RocKwiz. 10.20 Hamilton’s Pharmacopeia. (Return) 11.10 ZeroZeroZero. 12.15am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs.

8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute.

9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 MOVIE: The Gay Falcon.

(1941, PG) Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 1 Man And A Bike. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Judge John Deed. 10.30 Autopsy USA. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Danoz. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres.

11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise.

1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Carry On Teacher. (1959) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 London Kills. 8.40 MOVIE: Agatha And The Truth Of Murder. (2019, M) 10.40 Three Days To Live. 11.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping.

8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Hawaii Five-0. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue.

7.30 NCIS. 10.20 To Be Advised. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 48 Hours. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder.

4.05 Instinct. 5.00 Nash Bridges.

SKY NEWS (53)

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 6.05 The Red Turtle. (2016, PG, No dialogue) 7.35 From Up On Poppy Hill. (2011, PG) 9.15 Esio Trot. (2015, PG) 10.55 Alpha. (2018, PG) 12.40pm The Ash Lad. (2017, PG, Norwegian) 2.40 The Circle. (2000, PG, Farsi) 4.20 Thunderbirds.

(2004, PG) 6.05 Tom Thumb. (2001, PG, French) 7.45 The Mermaid. (2016, M, Mandarin) 9.30 The Boxer. (1997, M) 11.35 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

8.00 Shipping Wars. 9.00 Graveyard Carz. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Counting Cars. 4.00 Last Car Garage.

4.30 Billion Dollar Wreck. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Pawn Stars South Africa. 8.00 Pawn Stars UK. 8.30 MOVIE: Rampage. (2018, M) 10.40 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Social Fabric. 4.00 Dance Moms. 5.00 Baywatch.

6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 MOVIE: Under Siege 2. (1995, MA15+) 10.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 11.30 The Nanny.

Midnight Generation X. 1.00 Big Heads. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Everybody Loves Raymond. 7.00 The Middle. 8.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. 10.00 The Big Bang Theory.

11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Medium. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond.

4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am Headline News. 8.30 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 AM Agenda.

11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live. 3.15 Afternoon Agenda.

4.00 Paul Murray Live. 5.00 News. 5.30 The Serve.

6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight.

8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 NRL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, March 16 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.45 Water. (PG, R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons.

4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News.

12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.10 Elizabeth I And Her Enemies. (Msv, R) 3.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 4.00 Great Indian Railway Journeys. (R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: High School Lover. (2017, Madsv, R) 2.00 Criminal Confessions. (Madlv, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (Mal, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 The Amazing Race Australia. (R) 2.30 Ent. Tonight. (PG) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey.

4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent.

8.30 EXPOSED: The Ghost Train Fire. (Ma) Part 1 of 3.

10.00 The Truth About Boosting Your Immune System. (PG) 11.00 ABC Late News.

11.35 Q+A. (R) 12.45 Wentworth. (Malv, R) 1.40 Parliament Question Time.

2.30 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (Malv, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 8.30 Insight. (Return) 9.30 Dateline. (Return) 10.00 The Feed. (Return) 10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 The Point. (R) 12.00 The Pier. (MA15+as) 1.00 Borgen. (Mls, R) 4.25 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News.

5.15 NHK World English News.

5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Mac makes a decision about her pregnancy.

7.30 Ultimate Tag. (PG) Hosted by Abbey Gelmi and Matt Shirvington.

9.00 The Good Doctor. (Ma) A wealthy patient’s obsession with a long life could cost more than he can afford.

10.00 The Resident. (Mav) Conrad gets a call from his former army commander, who is stranded and wounded in the forest.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Station 19. (Ma) 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) The social experiment continues.

9.10 Botched. (Mamn) The doctors help a woman with three breasts.

10.10 Australian Scandal: Love Hurts. (Malns) 11.10 Nine News Late.

11.40 Labour Of Love. (PGl) 12.30 Our Lives: Extraordinary People. (PGa, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Amazing Race Australia.

A final road block forces the teams to walk across a suspended ladder bridge that hangs 80 metres off the ground.

8.45 NCIS. The team is immersed in the competitive world of food trucks after a man is found frozen to death in the back of one.

10.45 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

11.45 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.45 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.50 Why Are You Like This. (Final) 9.15 Extras. 9.45 High Fidelity. 10.20 Brassic. 11.05 Live At The Apollo. 11.50 Ross Noble: Stand Up Series. 12.20am Parks And Recreation.

12.45 Reno 911! 1.05 Chewing Gum. 1.30 Josh. 2.00 News Update. 2.05 Close. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon To Be Advised. 2.00 The Curse Of Oak Island.

2.50 Planet In Peril. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.10 The Joy Of Painting. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Asia’s Next Top Model. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 VICE Investigates. 9.25 The Black Full Monty. 10.20 Miniseries: The Salisbury Poisonings. 11.15 News. 11.40 Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

12.05am Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness.

1.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Sydney Weekender. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. 8.30 Inspector George Gently. 10.30 Suspects. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Danoz. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres.

11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon London Kills.

1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Bitter Springs. (1950) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 The Closer. 9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. 10.40 Law & Order.

11.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 10.25 NCIS: New Orleans.

11.20 To Be Advised. 12.15am Shopping. 2.15 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Thunderbirds. Continued. (2004, PG) 7.05 Tom Thumb. (2001, PG, French) 8.45 The Ash Lad. (2017, PG, Norwegian) 10.45 Lassie. (2005, PG) 12.40pm Belle And Sebastian 3. (2017, PG, French) 2.20 From Up On Poppy Hill. (2011, PG) 4.00 Alpha. (2018, PG) 5.50 The Circle. (2000, PG, Farsi) 7.30 Elementary.

(2016, M, French) 9.30 Calvary. (2014, MA15+) 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

9.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. 10.00 America’s Game.

11.00 A Football Life. 12.20pm Ultimate Tag. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Billion Dollar Wreck. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 10.30 Mighty Rivers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Dance Moms. 5.00 Baywatch. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows. (2011, M) 10.05 MOVIE: Role Models. (2008, MA15+) 12.05am Generation X. 1.00 Urbex: Enter At Your Own Risk.

2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Frasier.

10.00 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Medium. 3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Medium. 2.30 Judging Amy. 4.30 Home Shopping.

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live.

3.15 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 NRL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

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WEDNESDAY, March 17 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings.

10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 One Plus One. (R) 11.00 Aussie Inventions That Changed The World. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch.

(PG, R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Grand Designs NZ. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight.

(R) 3.30 Celebrate St Patrick Concert 2020.

(PG) 4.30 Railway Journeys UK. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Bringing Ashley Home. (2011, Mad, R) 2.00 Criminal Confessions. (Mav, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today.

9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.10 Married At First Sight. (Mls, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGa) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey.

4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering.

9.00 Fisk. (Premiere, Mls) 9.30 Why Are You Like This. (Final, Mals, R) 9.55 QI. (Ml) 10.25 Staged. (Ml, R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.20 Four Corners. (R) 12.10 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.25 Wentworth.

(MA15+av, R) 1.15 Parliament. 2.15 Rage.

(MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Wentworth. (MA15+av, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Tony Robinson: Britain’s Ancient Tracks. (PG, R) 8.30 Australia In Colour. (PG) 9.30 Departure. (Ma) 10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Romulus. (MA15+av, R) 12.50 The Night Manager. (Mav, R) 1.45 Counterpart. (Malv, R) 3.45 Arming America’s Teachers. (MA15+av, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Ultimate Tag. (PG) Hosted by Abbey Gelmi and Matt Shirvington.

9.00 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma) After a motorcyclist is thrown from his bike, Midlands Air Ambulance is dispatched to give lifesaving treatment.

10.00 Born To Kill? Fred West.

(Mav, R) Takes a look at the crimes of Fred and Rose West.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 The Front Bar. (Return, M) 1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls) The social experiment continues.

9.00 Amazing Grace. (Ma) Grace sees a surprising new side to Max when they attend a chaotic home birth.

10.00 New Amsterdam. (Mamv) 11.00 Nine News Late.

11.30 The Enemy Within. (Mav, R) 12.20 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Cube. Game show in which twins Kasey and Keats put their skills to the test by completing tasks in a perspex cube.

8.30 Bull. Izzy asks Bull for help petitioning the court to have her best friend’s body exhumed. The woman’s son alleges she was murdered, despite her death already being ruled accidental.

10.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 8.45 Laura’s Choice. 9.45 Restoration Australia. 10.45 Louis Theroux: African Hunting Holiday. 11.45 Parks And Recreation. 12.05am Reno 911! 12.30 Chewing Gum. (Final) 12.55 Josh. 1.25 Paul Chowdhry: PC’s World. 2.10 News Update. 2.15 Close. 5.05 Little Princess. 5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. 2020 NHK Trophy. Replay. 2.05 The Curse Of Oak Island. 2.55 North Korean Labour Camps. 3.45 WorldWatch.

5.10 The Joy Of Painting. 5.40 Shortland Street.

6.10 Vs Arashi. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Wellington Paranormal.

9.00 MOVIE: Watchmen. (2009, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness.

1.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Make It Yours. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Frankie Drake Mysteries. 8.30 A Touch Of Frost.

10.50 Dog Patrol. 11.20 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

10.30 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives.

2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Loser Takes All. (1956, PG) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.50 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Silent Witness. 12.10am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.20 NCIS. 12.10am Home Shopping.

2.10 48 Hours. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 Instinct.

5.00 JAG.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am From Up On Poppy Hill. Continued. (2011, PG) 6.45 Alpha.

(2018, PG) 8.35 The Circle. (2000, PG, Farsi) 10.15 Thunderbirds. (2004, PG) Noon Esio Trot. (2015, PG) 1.40 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 3.45 Lassie.

(2005, PG) 5.40 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 7.40 Song Of Granite. (2017, PG, Gaelic) 9.30 Calm With Horses. (2019, MA15+) 11.25 Elementary.

(2016, M, French) 1.25am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life.

12.20pm Ultimate Tag. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 Classic Restos: USA Edition. 3.30 Blokesworld.

4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Billion Dollar Wreck. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 2021 AFL Season Launch. 7.30 The Simpsons. 9.00 Family Guy. 9.30 American Dad! 10.30 Family Guy. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 The Mindy Project. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Dance Moms. 5.00 Baywatch. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Paranormal Caught On Camera. 8.30 MOVIE: Sicario: Day Of The Soldado. (2018, MA15+) 11.00 Police Ten 7. 11.30 The Nanny. Midnight Generation X. 1.00 The Horn.

2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Frasier.

10.00 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Judging Amy. 2.00 Medium.

3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker.

5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Judging Amy. 4.30 Home Shopping.

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live.

3.15 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 7.30 NRL Tonight. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 NRL Tonight. 11.00 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, March 18 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8)

WIN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Compass. (PG, R) 11.00 The Truth About Boosting Your Immune System. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 1.30 The Weekly. (R) 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons.

4.10 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.10 Grand Designs NZ. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Arabic News F24.

12.30 ABC America: World News Tonight.

1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 Elizabeth I And Her Enemies. (Ma, R) 2.55 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 4.00 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

12.00 MOVIE: Trouble With The Curve. (2012, Mal, R) 2.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 Married At First Sight. (Mls, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Headline News. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 The Amazing Race Australia. (R) 2.15 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey.

4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum.

6.55 Sammy J. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads. (PG) 8.30 Q+A. 9.35 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. 10.05 Aussie Inventions That Changed The World. (PG) 10.55 ABC Late News.

11.25 Princess Margaret: The Rebel Royal. (Final, PG, R) 12.20 Wentworth. (MA15+aln, R) 1.10 Parliament. 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.45 Wentworth. (MA15+aln, R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.25 Sammy J. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The World’s Busiest Stations. (R) 8.30 Michael Mosley: What’s My Diagnosis. (M) 9.35 Shadowplay. (MA15+) 10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 24 Hours In Police Custody. (M) 12.25 The Good Fight. (Mals, R) 1.20 SS-GB. (MA15+v, R) 4.10 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (PG, R) 5.00 CGTN English News. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Dean makes a decision about Amber.

7.30 Wife Swap Australia.

(PGl) Two women swap lives.

8.45 MOVIE: Fool’s Gold. (2008, Msv, R) A clue to the whereabouts of lost treasure rekindles a couple’s estranged relationship.

Matthew McConaughey, Kate Hudson.

11.05 The Latest: Seven News.

11.35 MOVIE: A Million Ways To Die In The West.

(2014, MA15+sv, R) Seth MacFarlane.

2.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 2.

Parramatta Eels v Melbourne Storm.

9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 Manifest. (Madv) 12.00 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. (Mav, R) 1.00 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition.

5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGa) Lifeguards are on high alert to help surfers.

8.00 Territory Cops. Police chase a stolen vehicle.

8.30 Gogglebox. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Mav) Benson teams up with the Bronx SVU. 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

12.30 The Project. (R) 1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS This Morning.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Doctor Who. 9.05 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.45 Hard Quiz. 10.15 The Weekly. 10.45 You Can’t Ask That. 11.15 Earth’s Tropical Islands.

12.15am Parks And Recreation. 12.35 Reno 911!

1.00 Finding Joy. 1.25 QI. 2.00 Brassic. 2.45 Josh.

3.10 News Update. 3.15 Close. 5.05 Little Princess.

5.20 Sarah & Duck. 5.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch.

Noon Panic: Untold Story Of The 2008 Financial Crisis. 2.00 Brainwashed By Westboro Baptist Church. 2.50 Jungletown. 3.45 WorldWatch.

5.10 NBL: Overtime. 5.40 Shortland Street. 6.10 Taskmaster Norway. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 9.20 American Runestone: A Viking Mystery.

10.10 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Travel Oz. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness.

1.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.30 Creek To Coast. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo.

7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Ellen DeGeneres. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: On The Fiddle.

(1961) 5.20 Heartbeat. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 8.30 The Equalizer. 9.30 Call The Midwife. 10.40 See No Evil.

11.40 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 JAG. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 Star Trek: Voyager. 11.00 Jake And The Fatman. Noon Nash Bridges. 1.00 WIN’s All Australian News. 2.00 Elementary. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0.

9.30 L.A.’s Finest. 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.30 Sherlock Holmes: Elementary. 12.30am Shopping.

2.00 Late Programs.

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SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Song Of Granite. Continued. (2017, PG, Gaelic) 7.15 Lassie. (2005, PG) 9.10 Big Fish. (2003, PG) 11.30 The Assassin. (2015, PG, Mandarin) 1.30pm Fame. (2009, PG) 3.45 Coming Home. (2014, PG, Mandarin) 5.45 The Bookshop. (2017, PG) 7.50 The Drummer And The Keeper. (2017, M) 9.30 Philomena. (2013, M) 11.20 Someone Else’s Happiness. (2005, M, Dutch) 1.15am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs.

10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Doomsday Preppers. 1.00 Ax Men. 2.00 Gold Fever. 3.00 The Simpsons. 4.00 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Billion Dollar Wreck.

5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 1. Richmond v Carlton.

10.00 AFL Post-Game Show. 10.30 MOVIE: Chain Reaction. (1996, M) 12.45am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Dance Moms. Noon Royal Pains. 1.00 A Night With My Ex. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid? 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Dance Moms. 5.00 Baywatch. 6.00 Malcolm. 7.00 The Nanny. 7.30 Young Sheldon.

8.30 MOVIE: Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen.

(2009, M) 11.30 Police Ten 7. Midnight Generation X. 1.00 Xtreme Collxtion. 2.00 Snog, Marry, Avoid?

3.00 Beyblade Burst Turbo. 3.30 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am Frasier. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 9.00 Frasier.

10.00 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. Noon WIN’s All Australian News. 1.00 Judging Amy. 2.00 Medium.

3.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 4.00 Becker.

5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Friends.

Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 Judging Amy. 4.30 Home Shopping.

6am Headline News. 8.30 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 NewsDay. 2.00 Parliament Live.

3.15 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live.

5.00 Fox Sports News. 5.30 NRL Tonight. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 AFL Tonight. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Fox Sports News. 10.30 Fox Sports News. 11.00 Late Programs.

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat

Tilligerry Social Golf Club results Results for 5/3/21 Outright winner: John McDonald 38 Bonus points winner: Bill Caswell 36 Ball winners: Alan Lloyd 34 Hugh Potts 34 Sean Brennan 32 Greg Hinton 32

Laurie Porter-Smith 32 Bill McMaster 31 Colin Marsden 31 Bradman Award: Bob West NTP4th.

A. Hugh Potts.

B. Sean Brennan D&C7th.

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John McDonald Peter Couvaras D&C18th.

Barry Disch.

A. Lloyd

Money hole.

John McDonald.

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Hugh Potts

Ladies 9 hole competition Winner: Margaret Gale c/b Runner up: Wendy Couvaras There were 15 starters and two ladies. Congratulations to all the winners. Next game is Friday 12/3/21 Single Stableford.

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Interclub wrap up

By Tara CAMPBELL THE New South Wales Game Fish Association Interclub State Championship Competition was held on Thursday 25 February until Sunday 28 February in the NSW coastal regions including Port Stephens, Port Macquarie, Sydney and many others.

A few of the many trophies for the weekend went to: Marika Wright, the most Tag and Release Points by an Adult Lady Angler.

Elmore Coetzee, the most Tag and Release Points by an Adult Male Angler, also awarded with most Marlin by an Angler with eleven Marlin.

Other awards for the weekend included: Sydney GFC – Team One

(Champion Club Tag and Release) Broken Bay GFC – Team One (Champion Club Team Capture) Geromino (Champion Boat

q Image of the almost 400kg Tiger Shark that was captured. Photo: Lee Facey

PM Says No

By Marian SAMPSON

THIS week Prime Minister Scott Morrison committed to our local environment.

Capture) Tantrum (Champion Boat Tag and Release) Controversy has surrounded one catch of the weekend, a 394.5kg Tiger

The Prime Minister categorically stated that he does not support the PEP11 offshore gas exploration off the coast of Port Stephens,

Newcastle and the Central Coast.

Asset Energy (also known as Advent) has lodged an application to National Petroleum Titles Administrator (NOPTA) to drill for gas 30km off the coast between Sydney

Newcastle Beaches Survey For Coastal Management Plan THE problems facing Stockton Beach and locals are not new.

“The collaboration between City of Newcastle staff, the Stockton Community Liaison Group, agency stakeholders and the NSW Government was essential during the preparation of the original Coastal Management Plan (CMP),” Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.

“Any proposed management options for the Stockton CMP 2021 should complement the current goal of mass sand nourishment and be assessed in terms of

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their economic and technical feasibility.”

The adopted strategy of mass sand nourishment in the Stockton CMP 2020 will be incorporated into the Stockton CMP 2021.

Consideration of all potential management options is a crucial component of the feasibility assessment stage of the CMP development process as mandated by the Coastal Management Act 2016.

City of Newcastle has already begun implementing the 2020 CMP, including kyowa rock bags as a temporary protection structure at the Barrie Crescent section of Stockton Beach.

Earlier this month,

Many members of society have taken to social media claiming that the men on the Dark Horse were ‘selfish’, ‘stupid’ and ‘inconsiderate’, citing the importance of sharks in the ecosystem.

Facebook user, Lee Facey published the original image of the catch with the caption, “Why couldn’t the poor thing be left to live out its life swimming around in its own

environment.

“Reel it in, take a picture, let it go,” Lee wrote.

Since then, the Port Hacking Game Fishing Club has removed its Facebook page after receiving threats and violent behaviour from a large number of social media users.

For the full list of award recipients and more information, head to https:// www.nswgfa.com.au.

q One of the competing boats Relentless pursuit in Interclub 2021.

q The view from Tomaree Headland over Fingal Island an area of Port Stephens threatened by the PEP11 Offshore gas exploration. The beach where the “So Where The Bloody Hell Are You” tourism campaign featuring Lara Bingle was filmed when Scott Morrison was Managing Director at Tourism Australia. Photo by Marian Sampson.

By Marian SAMPSON

Shark caught off the coast of Sydney.

Caught by Captain Paul Barning from the Port Hacking Game Fishing Club on the boat ‘Dark Horse’, the fisherman spent over 45 minutes attempting to pull the shark onto the boat.

Deputy Premier John Barilaro announced the NSW Government had approved an exploration licence to identify suitable offshore sand for renourishment.

The work off the coast of Newcastle is set to occur in the coming weeks as part of a longterm plan to permit offshore dredging to secure sand for Stockton Beach.

Newcastle Council is working on developing their coastal management programs and programs to help to shape future plans to enhance the coast including the management of Stockton Beach.

Newcastle City Council has launched The Love Our Coast

and Port Stephens.

Today the Prime Minister was clear and decisive the answer was “No” he does not support PEP11 or the drilling for gas off our precious coastline.

On the topic Climate Change, the environment and the Brandy Hill Quarry project which is endangering koalas; the sensitive nature of the environment locally as well as the vulnerable dingo population at Hawks Nest the Prime Minister told News Of The Area, “I read recently a book, a friend of mine sent me a book by David Attenborough.

“I don't know if you've read it.

“I'd encourage people to read it - I think it's a very interesting read.

“And he makes a very important point.

“As serious as issues around climate change and these things are, he points out that, at the end of the day, what survey, which will collect a range of information including what beaches people visit and how frequently, what they do while they are there and why they choose the beaches they do.

It will also investigate how people get to the beach and how much money they spend during their trips.

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said the survey is key to identifying priorities and plans for the coastline moving forward.

“The responses from this survey will help us develop plans and

actually supports the planet is ensuring that we maintain and support biodiversity.

“That is his fundamental point.

“And there are a range of things you need to do to address biodiversity.

“That's why we have the EPBC Act. “That's why the Department of Environment puts in place the initiatives and regulations that sit around, whether it's mining operations or many other types of activities, to support biodiversity.

“That's the purpose.

“Biodiversity is essential for life on this planet.

“That is absolutely true.

“It's been the case forever.

“And our policies are designed to try and support that biodiversity - but do so in a way that ensures that we support the livelihoods of Australians around the country and to support the transition projects to enhance our coast for future generations, like our coastal management programs, that include long-term actions to help ensure we can manage these important areas,” the Lord Mayor said.

Deputy Lord Mayor Declan Clausen encouraged people to take part in the

q Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes is encouraging all beach goers to complete the survey.

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of our economy, which will continue to occur, but do so in a way that protects and supports the very heavy industries that we've had in our regions for a long time.

“And those heavy industries will continue to adjust and change over time.

“Everyone who works in them understands that.

“It's not all changing tomorrow morning.

“But it is an evolving process, it’s a gradual process, which is moving at a pace which supports the livelihoods and the economy of regions like the Hunter but, at the same time, meets our overall objectives which are environmental, as well as economic and, in particular, supports biodiversity,” said the Prime Minister.

Port Stephens Council has biodiversity offsets for developers which may see the endangered flora and fauna of our region still at risk. survey and said, “Feedback from the community is very important to allow the City to understand how we value and use our beaches.

“We don’t only want to hear from the city’s beach lovers.

“It is open to everyone and the more feedback we get, the better informed our decisions will be moving forward.

“The insight provided by the survey will also ensure our coastal management programs satisfy requirements legislated by the Coastal Management Act 2016,” he said.

The survey will be open for feedback until Friday 5 March and takes around 10 minutes to complete.

Newcastle City Council manages a coastline which covers 14 kilometres and includes: Northern Stockton Beach, Southern Stockton Beach, Nobbys Beach, Newcastle Beach, Susan Gilmore Beach, Bar Beach, Dixon Park Beach, Merewether Beach and Burwood Beach.

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Lions Youth Of The Year

By Marian SAMPSON

DEVELOPING future leaders is important to the community and it is something that the Raymond Terrace Lions Club have been supporting through their Youth of the Year Quest.

The Quest is always well supported and is a project that the Raymond Terrace Lions are passionate about.

Recently the Lions held their Youth of the Year Final for Year 11-12 Students with students from both Hunter River High and Irrawang High School participating in the quest.

Neil Goldthorpe of the Raymond Terrace Lions Club told News Of The Area, “This Quest is for students who are in the Senior Years 11/12 High School and are open to judging on personal, academic, sporting and cultural areas as

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are legitimate concerns in the community that moving away from cash leaves children and the elderly at risk.

Melissa Gole is an aged care nurse, and she voiced her concerns for the elderly.

Medowie is about to see two new over 55 villages, that’s a huge growth in the vulnerable members of the community.

Ms Gole said that having

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challenging replies to two impromptu questions.

“All three had deeply passionate five-minute speeches on subjects of their own choice,” he said.

The judges were John Chambers (Port Stephens Citizen of the Year) together with Kim Crosby and Ruby Porter were extremely impressed with all students.

Ruby said that, “On behalf of the judges, all three students spoke from a range of heart felt experiences of many areas.”

Lion Ted Arneson again chimed in well as the timekeeper.

Peter Francis, the Convener of the event felt that, “The world of tomorrow will be in good hands with the level of competence and independence shown by these three students.”

Caitlin Ping was the Public Speaking winner on the night.

However, Abe-jade Bee was the overall winner of the Raymond Terrace Youth of the Year.

q Peter Francis with Kim Crosby and Ruby Porter, (front) and John Chambers (behind) and Ted Arneson the timekeeper (on right).

Medowie To Lose Only Bank IN what is seen as a step backwards by local community members the Newcastle Permanent branch in Medowie is set to close.

Medowie is a growing township which without the Newcastle Permanent will not have a financial institution, with the nearest banks and building societies located at Raymond Terrace, Stockton or Nelson Bay. Community groups like Medowie Lions moved their banking to the Newcastle Permanent when it came to Medowie, now they are unsure about where they will be travelling to, to conduct their business.

There are also concerns for locals that the Newcastle Permanent ATM is the only financial institution ATM in the area, and non financial institution ATM’s are charging high fees for people to access their cash.

Brooke Vitnell is a solicitor and local business woman who says that the branch will be missed by the community.

“Some non institution ATM’s charge over $3.00 per transaction and that can add up.”

While COVID-19 has seen a move away from cash there

well as public speaking.

“Felicity Webb (HRHS), Caitlin Ping and Abi-jade Bee (IHS) all displayed very

Peter Francis, Ruby Porter, John Chambers and Kim Crosby, with Abi Jade Bee and her Mother and Grandmother.

Peter Francis with Caitlin Ping and Abi-jade Bee.

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nursed people with dementia, a tap and go card isn’t an ideal option for this group.

Brooke Vitnell told News Of The Area, “Medowie is taking a step in the right direction, we are a growing vibrant community, we are seeing a new school, a new kindergarten and we are losing something, The Newcastle Permanent Branch is a fundamental service for

the community which is a cornerstone and in losing this we are seeing a disadvantage to the resident of Medowie.”

Brooke Vitnell believes that at both ends of the spectrum for children to learn the value of money and for the elderly to maintain independence and dignity, cash is important, so too is the access to a financial institution.

Other local businesses will

miss the foot traffic that the Newcastle Permanent brings to town.

The Newcastle Permanent has stated, “We recognise that a small number of customers will be impacted by a change in their nearest physical branch however Newcastle Permanent will work to assist and support customers to adopt phone and digital banking options if their preference is to not attend their new closest nearby branch.

“Following the closures, Newcastle Permanent will

q Medowie Lion John Tumbridge, solicitor Brooke Vitnell, real estate agent Neil Ross and Aged Care Nurse Melissa Gole are concerned about losing the Newcastle Permanent from Medowie and what that means to vulnerable people in the region. Photo by Marian Sampson.

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still retain the largest branch network in Newcastle and the Hunter.

“Overall, more than 90% of our customers now choose digital and electronic channels for their Newcastle Permanent banking rather than visiting a branch.

“Newcastle Permanent data shows that digital banking use at Medowie, Fletcher and Woy Woy branches is higher than the overall average, with our nearly 80% of these customers already using our internet banking options.

“At this time, no firm outcome has been reached regarding a Newcastle Permanent ATM remaining at the current Medowie site when we vacate the branch and our lease agreement expires.

“We understand customer desire for a Newcastle Permanent zero fee ATM in the region and are currently working to assess the suitability of available locations in the area for ATM placement.”

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Last night my son asked me why there wasn't an International Men's Day. What should my reaction have been?

Mrs Olivia T.

READING: Psalm 40: 11 "You, O Lord, will not withhold Your compassion from me; Your lovingkindness and Your truth will continually preserve me." Blessings from Lynne Miles

Corlette Couple Celebrate OPINION

DEAR News Of The Area,

RECENTLY local well known couple Ray and June Rigger celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary with their family, grandchildren and great grandchildren at the Nelson Bay Golf Club.

Ray is a retired Police Inspector with the Australian Federal Police where he was highly regarded and June a retired Nursing Sister with an impressive record in health care.

Since retirement Ray and June have contributed many hours of community service with the St Vincent de Paul Society at Nelson Bay where Ray held the office of President for a number of years with June also as an active member.

An extremely enjoyable celebration was held with all the members of the family remembering the happy years.

Regards, Ian FOX, Fingal Bay.

Reaching for the Stars

“Theatre is all about coming together, sharing an experience and telling RACHEL Davies is a Port a story.

Stephens local who has It’s not about being loved performing for many in a clique or feeling years. isolated, which I think Playing roles such is why COVID-19 as Elphaba in Wicked really affected a lot and Maria in The Sound of us performers of Music, Rachel is now and workers. stepping up as a dancer “We in the STARS of Newcastle weren’t show on Saturday 10 March. spending After being postponed around the almost a year due to COVID-19, the show people is back in 2021 raising funds for the Cancer we’ve Council. grown up With a goal of raising at least $5000 per performing performer for the charity, Rachel has had to with for the think outside of the box for fundraising due first time to the restrictions. in years,” Taking to social media and COVID-19 Rachel said. safe Zumba, Rachel has already raised Rachel almost $4000 for the Cancer Council. will be Chatting about her journey with the performing STARS of Newcastle, Rachel told News Of around The Area, Newcastle q Rachel Davies preparing “The coordinator of the show in a variety for her dance number approached me one day to ask if I of shows would be interested. I’m a theatre this year person but never put myself as a including the STARS of Newcastle showcase dancer first so I thought that it might be on 10 March, Priscilla Queen of the Desert a challenge, and although it’s quite nerveThe Musical (Metropolitan Players) in August wracking I’m super excited.” and The Laramie Project (Newcastle Theatre Each star in the show is given a different Company) in September. style of dance, and Rachel is excited to be Best of luck. representing the musical theatre style.

For more information about Rachel’s role in Rachel grew up performing, and spoke the STARS of Newcastle, or to donate, head to about the importance of supporting the arts in https://stars.cancercouncil.com.au/ Newcastle and Port Stephens. fundraisers/racheldavies/stars-of-newcastle

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AAAARGH. Olivia. Did you wallop him over the head with the white school shirt you'd just ironed so he looked the part at the school you are forking out thousands of dollars for him to attend so he is equipped to fulfil his role as a privileged male?

Perhaps you could have asked him to pause, mid-mouthful of chicken curry that you'd just lovingly put in front of him, to reflect on the fact that despite the incredible achievements of women, they are still underrepresented in senior positions, still likely to earn less than their male counterparts, still likely to do the bulk of unpaid labour, and still far more likely to be the victim of sexual assault.

As you drove Little Lord Fauntleroy to rugby training, did you mention that if you were to be involved in an accident, it would be more likely that you'd be injured because car safety features are designed for men?

These could have been some of your reactions, Olivia.

You could have also alerted him to the fact that there is an International Men's Day on 19 November, something he could have looked up for himself, but he knew you'd be onto it because you are a proactive woman.

I'm feeling a little incensed, Olivia, so I'm heading off for a power walk with Helen Reddy blasting in my ears, happy in the knowledge that at least we win in the life expectancy stakes.

Carpe diem, Jasminda

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Women Supporting Each Other In Business

By Marian SAMPSON

PORT Stephens Women in Business (PSWIB) is all about supporting women who own and operate their own businesses.

The group held a meeting at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters with 40 local businesswomen in attendance.

Fiona Brown President of Port Stephens Women In Business told News Of The Area, “Lia Pereira, owner of Irukandji spoke about how their business began, the great services they currently offer to benefit

our sea creatures and local environment, plus their amazing plans for expansion over the coming years.”

A highlight of the meeting was being given the opportunity to wade knee deep into the pools and feed the rays and small sharks, as well as feed rays and eels in the tanks.

“The women in attendance really loved the experience.”

Guest speaker at the event was 2020 Port Stephens Citizen of the Year and Founder of Plastic Free Port Stephens (PFPS), Alicia Cameron, who spoke to the

q Lia Pereira founder of Sea Shelter and co-winner of the Port Stephens Award for the Environment in 2021 presented to the group. group about how PFPS began, the initiatives they have been working on and ways that we can each play a small part in helping Port Stephens become plastic free.

“On a positive note PSWIB events are growing with numbers now over 40 women at each event, we love to host our events at various venues in Port Stephens as a way of supporting and showcasing

By David BURNETT

Nelson Bay Golf Club Results Sunday 28 February: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Julie Newsham (23) 37, Rhondda Shaw (14) 36; Div 2: Maree Cousins (25) 38, Barbara Clark (26) 35. Mens Stableford: A Grade: Justin Shaw (8) c/b 36, Vito Massaioli (7) 36; B Grade: Geoffrey Cousins (20) 43, John McCaw (17) 37; C Grade: Barry Clark (25) 36, John Maslen (28) 35.

Monday 1 March: Vets: Div 1 Winner: Bob Phipps 29, John Bannerman 24; Div 2: Jim Keevill 24, Hugh Haddon 23.

Tuesday 2 March: Ladies Par: Div 1: Robyn Rocher (22) c/b 2, Colleen Beattie (19) 2; Div 2: Joan Frost (26) 3, Carol Gilmour (29) 2; Div 3: Pam Norman (39) 3, Gwenda Bates (33) 1.

Wednesday 3 March:

Mens Stableford C1: A Grade: Ian Warrington (15) 43, Ray Wright (11) 40; B Grade: Robert Lord (16) 42, Christian Hernandez (23) 40; C Grade: Ian Sandy (24) 41, Chris Kelly (31) 36. C2: A Grade: Paul Woodruff (13) 39, Peter Burgess (13) 37; B Grade: Doug Hellmrich (18) 44, Brian Hammond (22) 42; C Grade: Gary McCann (26) 38, Phil Walker (25) 35.

Thursday 4 March: Vets: Martyn Jeggo c/b 21 Runner Up: Grant Kennett 21.

Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Dianne Moon (26) 37, Maggie Coggans (24) 35; Div 2: Pat Phipps (38) 32, Helen Durie (33) 31.

Mens Stableford: Overall: Peter Campbell (15) 36. Mens BWG 9 Hole Comp: Overall: James Marshall (4) 21, Ari Grace (21) 20.

Friday 5 March: Ladies Stableford: A Grade: Deborah Childs (23) 34; B

Grade: Ruth Buchanan (37) 34, Rosalie Derrick (33) 33.

Mens Stableford: A Grade: Steve Conrades (14) 41; B Grade: Ted Smith (20) 41, Phil Rogan (19) 38; C Grade: Ian Rose (32) 41, Robert Johnson (28) 33.

Saturday 6 March: Ladies Stableford: Overall: Vicki Reckling (25) 37, Rita Fitzgerald (18) c/b 36. Mens Monthly Medal / Stroke: C1: A Grade: Net: Will Marshall (6) 69 , Stuart Phegan (6) 70; B Grade: John Mudie (16) 70, Simon Read 71; C Grade: Paul Marks (28) c/b 70, Ken Wilson 70; C2: Mens Stableford: A Grade: Bill Rarity (14) c/b 41, Dave Owens (14) 41; B Grade: Thomas Hammond (17) 39, Andrew Cowley (18) 38; C Grade: Darren Stocks (26) 43, Warren Parkinson (27) 38.

playing semi finals and by the end of the day they were still in the hunt as they claimed first innings points on the last ball of the day.

Batting first, Stockton & Northern Districts managed 150 from only 35 overs and University fell just short with

137.

At Corroba Oval, the Seagulls fourth grade had a tough time of things after being sent in to bat on a rain affected pitch, managing only 37 with University ending the day at 3 for 47.

Meanwhile, the Stockton

THE Twilight 2 bowls Pairs which gives players a practice run for the upcoming Pennant Season, was played over four consecutive Thursday nights was completed recently.

Each night teams played

Seagulls finished 3 for 155 after Kye Zanardi's run a ball 60 and a belligerent 52 not out from Alex McNeill.

Third grade started the day needing an outright victory to stand any chance of

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2 sets of 9 ends with points allotted for sets and overall wins.

The four teams with the highest points played off in 3 end shootouts.

In the Semi-Finals Steve Stawski and Lance Turner (Skip) defeated Mick Rowan and Dave Tinsley and Larry Harmer and Dave Tinsley defeated Gary and Simon

Ferguson.

The Final resulted in a win for the Lance Turner team over the Dave Phillips team.

The three remaining Quarter Finals of the Club Major singles were played on Saturday 6 March and results were: John Price 31 def. Steve Brown 28, Adam Clements 31 def. Leo Payne 9, and Ross Wright 31 def. Col Firkin 26.

round still to play, second grade sit an unassailable 12 points ahead of second placed Waratah-Mayfield.

The team, led for the second year by captain Lincoln Melmeth, features a wealth of first grade experience and has been dominant this season.

Kye Zanardi (382 runs at 54.57) and Laurence Kelly (330 runs at 55) have shown their class with the bat and Brodie Cox (28 wickets at 10.39) has once again shown why he is considered the best bowler in the second grade competition by many.

q Stockton 2021 2 Bowls Pairs Winners (on right) Steve Stawski and Lance Turner with Runners Up Dave Phillips and Larry Harmer.

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next event which will be held at Spark Cowork on 31 March where members and guests will be learning about the Small Business Boost program.

Want to know more about supporting our local environment visit PFPS https://www.facebook.com/ Plasticfreeportstephens and www.seashelter.org.au.

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q Some of the members featured in the placemaking sign at Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters.

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other local businesses,” she said.

Port Stephens Women in Business hold events on the evening of the last Wednesday of the month.

You can find out more and keep informed by joining the groups Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ pswib or go to www.pswib. com.au to join.

Register to attend the

& Northern Districts Cricket Club 2nd Grade team has won their second minor premiership in a row.

The minor premiership was sealed after the round 12 washout against Toronto Workers.

With the final day of one

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HP Heavy Duty Generator. 8,000 watts.

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Work is underway at two oyster reef restoration sites in Port Stephens.

Barge movements will be active from 15 February to late April 2021 in the Pindimar to Tea Gardens area of the Myall River as well as between Cove Marine and the Mouth of the Karuah River for construction works.

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MOTOR Scooter SYM 300, rego 0UU18, 15,000 klms, $4500.

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WALMART extension table 6 matching chairs, walnut $50. 2 bronze bar stools $20 each, brown cush 0430363046

2002 Toyota Corolla Hatch, silver, manual GC, reliable, full serv hist LD 3 owners, SO5mth rego 270k klms $2,950 ono YTR254. 0435 791346

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52,000 genuine klms, LD mech A1 SO - no faults, as new interior, A1 a/c, log bks, free mech insp, az85qn $6900 0437603274 090420

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QUINTREX Breezabout Johnson 35HP, 450hrs LDcovered garaged and SO Rego 10’21 - $4,500 ono Ph 0413 750 568 RE240621

TOUGH grey plastic compost bin. Light, strong, moveable, own LD SO 70cm(h) x lid, vented.

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MILLARD 15ft caravan 1975, Tare 1090, 8mths rego, two owners since new, exc cond, combo shower/toilet, Dlge dble L bed. Full SO annexe & roll out awning, set up for free camping, storage boxes & many extras. $9500 Ph Sam 0437878155

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Oyster reef construction will be highly visible over the construction period. If you are out and about on the water near the entrance to the Myall River or the Karuah River, you are likely to see works taking place.

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q Stockton and Northern District Cricket Club Second Grade have secured their second Minor Premiership in a row. Photo: Stockton and Northern District Cricket Club.

STOCKTON and Northern District Cricket Club started Round 13 started with high hopes and at the halfway point of the round there is a club championship still on the line and semi final spots in three of the four grades.

In first grade at Bernie Curran Oval, skipper Nick Foster won the toss and elected to bowl after a delayed start. University battled their way to 161 lead by a fine 75 from their skipper Andrew Harriot but the star of the show was Stockton youngster Jared Humphries who took an impressive 7 for 22 from 11.4 overs.

In response the Seagulls lost a flurry of late wickets to be 5 for 72 with all to play for the coming weekend.

At Lynn Oval, the ladder leading second grade team continued to dominate all comers having claimed first innings points by the end of day one.

University batted first and were bundled out for 112 with quick Tyson Beatty snaring 5 for 29.

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