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Breaking Bad Boundaries By JOHN RYAN Dubbo’s long-awaited missing link is set to be open to traffic next month. For two decades locals have been waiting for an extension to Boundary Road which would enable residents in South Dubbo to have direct access to the three schools on Sheraton Road, instead of having to drive to Cobra Street and compete with some of the highest traffic loads in the city. The school hour rushes only added to the angst. Added to that are the many cars that access Dubbo Sportworld’s many activities such as basketball, indoor netball and cricket and many other sporting activities and games. Topping off the already chaotic regional congestion, Blue Ridge business park has taken off in recent years with many businesses and fast-food outlets attracting high visitation. As this great drone shot illustrates, most of the road construction work has been done and Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is conﬁdent southern locals will soon be cutting plenty of

time off their daily “kid commutes”. “We are still on track for the works to be completed at the end of April which will then be opened up to traffic,” a council spokesperson told Dubbo Photo News. Click on our QR code to see our awesome “bird’s eye view” footage of the “missing link”. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/STEVE COWLEY.

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KEVIN SINCLAIR is happy. And so are all his mates at Dubbo Men’s Shed. The president of the shed says the past two years have been incredibly tough for so many people in so many ways. “It’s been a big, long, trying time,” he told Dubbo Photo News. “We’ve had a few members that have actually gone down with Covid and they’re back on deck now, but it’s been an enormous effort and very disruptive.” He said the members have always been happy coming down to the shed but in recent weeks, now they know how horrible it is to have that simple pleasure stripped away from their lives, they’re doubly joyful to be able to see their mates. “A lot of the members are

coming back and saying they don’t know what to do without it, and that while they knew it was a vital part of their lives, until they no longer had it, they didn’t realise just how crucial it is to them. “People are valuing it more than ever now. We’re not taking it for granted.” The men are right back into the swing of things, with projects and collaborations galore all going ahead full bore. “The things that go out of this place and into the community are amazing,” he said. “And it’s good that these fellas can get back to doing what they love doing. “It’s good to be able to provide services for people that want to come and avail themselves of it and we’re trying to find ourselves a bigger and larger premises and just hope for bigger and better things in the future.”

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Meeting to discuss anti-social behaviour in CBD By BROOKE JACOBSON

The Dubbo Chamber of Commerce is hosting a meeting in the coming week to discuss local business operators’ concerns regarding apartments on the corner of Church and Brisbane Streets. Chamber president Errin Williamson told Dubbo Photo News her only interest was in finding solutions. “There have been some concerns from business owners on Church and Macquarie streets about some anti-social behaviour there,” she said. “We want to be clear that we’re looking for solutions here and we want to work together with people.” Dubbo Regional Coun-

cil will be represented at the meeting, alongside staff from community services and the housing department. “The housing crisis is worse than we’ve ever seen before, so we want to approach this situation with empathy,” Ms Williamson said. “It’s important that we come together on this and work together to help everyone.” The meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 29, at 1pm in the Oxley Room at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. The chamber is inviting anyone wanting to obtain information about the meeting after the event to get in touch with them.

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Dubbo dollars heading for flood victims on the coast By JOHN RYAN DESPITE two years of Covid restrictions which decimated takings, Dubbo RSL has donated $20,000 to Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) – a veteran-led disaster relief non-profit organisation – to assist victims of the recent floods along Australia’s eastern coastal regions. DRA is currently deployed in Northern NSW, centred around the regions of Lismore and Richmond Valley Councils, to conduct recovery and relief operations. The organisation utilises the skills and experience of military veterans and emergency services specialists to respond to disaster and support community operations, which also provides veterans the opportunity to grow beyond their military service and build positive links back into the civilian communities. Devastated communities and overwhelmed homeowners are looking at months of hard work to restore their livelihoods and bring back hope, so supporting volunteers who can help is vital.

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Regional NSW fares better at bowser than metro drivers By STEPH ALLEN

DUBBO’S HOLI SEASON

By TIJANA BIRDJAN Holi is an ancient Hindu festival which celebrates the end of the harvest season with bright colours and special delicacies. ORISCON Holi organiser Reena Ram told Dubbo Photo News that the festival commemorates love, respect and unity

triumphing over evil. Mrs Ram shared a cultural legend explaining that Holi is also a religious holiday to signify the death of an evil king. Mrs Ram noted that the vibrancy of the coloured powders brings positivity and enthusiasm into their celebration. The festival has been celebrated

for the past 15 years in Dubbo with a collective of friends, and Mrs Ram said everyone brings a share plate and a few colours to the event. Dubbo community members are pictured getting together to celebrate the Holi season at Elston Park. Photo: Dubbo Photo News.

No.1 Oval won’t be named after former Dubbo council boss By BROOKE JACOBSON A PUSH to rename Victoria Park Oval No.1 after the late council general manager, Tony Kelly, has been denied. The Geographical Names Board (GNB) of NSW said in a statement to Dubbo Photo News the decision was made after more than 60 submissions from members of the public. “On March 8 the Geographical Names Board reviewed the proposal by Dubbo Regional Council

to name the oval, unofficially called Victoria Park Oval No.1, as Tony Kelly Oval,” a GNB spokesperson said. “More than 60 submissions were received from the public during the advertising period from December 3, 2021, to January 17, 2022, with about two-thirds objecting to the proposed name. “The GNB reviewed all submissions and resolved to reject the proposal, as the proposed name did not have strong support from the community.”

The spokesperson said the GNB Secretariat would discuss the next steps with Dubbo Regional Council about the official naming of the site and other options for commemorating Tony Kelly. The Geographical Names Board policy for commemorative names is to “commemorate a person, event, or place. Acts of bravery, community service and exceptional accomplishments are typical grounds for this recognition”.

The guidelines for local councils applying to name a place after a person are as follows. The person must have:  Two or more terms of office on the governing local government council;  Twenty or more years association with a local community group or service club;  Twenty or more years of association or service with a local or state government organisation;  Action by an individual to protect, restore,

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enhance, or maintain an area that produces substantial long-term improvements for the community.  The death of a person within a place is not solely to be considered sufficient justification for commemoration  Local residents of note  Using the name of a living person is unacceptable nationally and internationally. At the time of going to print, Dubbo Photo News was awaiting comment from DRC.

RECORD fuel prices have plagued NSW drivers over the last six months, and the central west region is no exception when it comes to the pinch at the bowser. NRMA spokesperson Katrina Usman told Dubbo Photo News that while prices are at the highest they have ever been, increases in unleaded prices across regional areas haven’t been as sharp as increases in metropolitan areas due to lower turnover. As of March 21, Dubbo’s average price for diesel was 228.7 and 209.6 for unleaded. Narromine’s average for diesel was 224.5 and 207.1 for unleaded. Orange’s average for diesel was 221.2 and 206.9 for unleaded. Wellington’s average for diesel was 223.9 and 211.9 for unleaded. “In addition to record high prices for regular unleaded fuel, we’ve also seen record prices for diesel due to ongoing supply issues and high demand for diesel fuel for heating during the Northern Hemisphere winter,” Ms Usman said. “Average wholesale prices have continued to fall, so Australian customers should be seeing relief at the bowser in coming weeks if the savings are passed on. “Over the last year, oil prices have seen sharp rises due to constrained supply and ongoing conflict in Ukraine. “We know persistent high fuel prices are putting immense pressure on the cost of living for Australian families, especially in regional communities due to longer travel distance and a reliance on diesel fuels for farming and industry.” Ms Usman said if prices were to remain high, Australians could see the cost of goods and services continue to rise further, “increasing the cost of living and reducing consumer’s discretionary spending”.

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No need to be an ostrich with your bills By JOHN RYAN

MOST people hate the sight of bills in their mailbox or inbox but Uniting has tried to turn that fear on its head, staging a Bring your Bills event in Dubbo. Uniting’s National Debt Helpline coordinator Namoi Hughes said that if people are being crushed by financial dramas when they’re just trying to do their best and provide for their family, it can be incredibly difficult to negotiate the maze of red tape and bureaucracy. Hence the one-stop-shop. “Navigating the variety of supports out there is really complicated. When people are doing it tough financially, it’s all too much so our role is to act in their best interests to provide them advice on options to connect them to services that can help. There’s no need to feel like it’s too hard and to put your head in the sand, there’s help out there,” she told Dubbo Photo News. “If you put your head in the sand it can just compound the problem. It’s better to ask sooner rather than later and there’s no silly questions. We take calls across NSW from people struggling to pay electricity bills, phone bills, rates – we get a lot of calls about bankruptcy when people are thinking that’s their only option but there are other options out there.” The National Debt Helpline is an Australia-wide phone helpline which is run from Uniting’s base in Dubbo and it’s all about helping people who are struggling financially. With the cost of fuel, electricity, groceries – all those fixed costs that have been constantly rising –

Naomi Hughes is encouraging people to call the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007 if they’re struggling to pay their bills. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Mrs Hughes says that disproportionately impacts those least able to afford any increase in cost-ofliving expenses. “We are getting thousands of calls from people doing it tough. Over the past couple of years we’ve had Covid, mice plagues, bushfires, floods, drought...so

Seniors suffer scams IT being Senior’s Week, National Debt Helpline coordinator Naomi Hughes said many elderly people had it tough because they struggled to transition to the digital world from the face-to-face contact they knew for most of their lives, which makes them incredibly vulnerable. “Being only a phone call away we can help them and if we know they have to meet someone rather than doing it online, we can arrange that for them,” Ms

Hughes said. “A lot of elderly people are also at risk of and affected by scams, that’s really spiking, so just know you can give us a call and ask any questions you may have.” Uniting financial councillors Ann Howchin, Rochelle Harmer, Rob Benton, Fran Rowe and Leanne Watt are keen to make the lives of everyone in the community safer and easier financially. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

now, more than ever, people are just struggling and they don’t know where to turn or what to do. “Our role here is to help people with advice and options. The purpose today was to bring all those services together in Dubbo to let people know that there is help out there.

“We wanted to bring it all together and also promote the National Debt Helpline. Not many people know that this free nationwide service is run from Dubbo.” All people have to do is call the National Debt Helpline and the trained, non-judgemental, empathetic staff can open up new worlds of possibilities to help make their lives easier “We’re all trained financial counsellors and our service is all free. We will connect people with other free services that can assist so it’s not going to cost them a thing,” she said. “You don’t realise it but there are a lot of people walking around with bricks on their backs and they just can’t offload those burdens so when we can help people. It’s so rewarding to know that we’re making a difference. “We get people who actually contact us just to say how much we helped them. One of our roles is to empower people to take charge of their debts so we give them the toolkit so they know what to do. “Having people ring back to say “hey, I’ve contacted my bank and negotiated a hardship arrangement so thank-you so much, this has made a real difference, I can now afford to pay for groceries” – that is so rewarding.” The event allowed members of the community to connect with essential support services from Uniting, the National Debt Helpline, Lifeline Central West, Salvation Army Moneycare, Catholic Care Wilcannia Forbes, Legal Aid, No Interest Loans (NILs) and many more. The National Debt Helpline can be reached on 1800 007 007.

Regional areas labelled ‘childcare deserts’ DUBBO families struggling to find childcare places for their children will agree with the findings from a new Mitchell Institute report which has confirmed families in regional, rural and remote areas are the most at risk of suffering from poor access to early learning. The “Deserts and oases: How accessible is childcare in Australia?” report shows just over 30 per cent per cent of families living in major cities live in areas the researchers classified as a “childcare desert”, compared with 42.6 per cent and 62.6 per cent of people living in inner regional and outer regional neighbourhoods. The contrast is even more stark with remote and outer remote areas having the highest levels of childcare deserts at 87.5 per cent and 79.9 per cent. Royal Far West CEO Jacqui Emery said this new report highlights unacceptable inequity in early childhood education and care based on a child’s postcode. “Being born in the regions shouldn’t disadvantage any Australian child, hold back their development or make it tougher for families. Yet country kids are missing out on access to essential learning in the early years,” she said.

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Dubbo mum scales highest peak after uphill battle By STEPH ALLEN DURING what many women describe as one of the most challenging but rewarding times of their lives, many new mothers struggle in silence. According to Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia (PANDA), up to one in five women experience anxiety and/or depression during pregnancy and/or following birth. Despite such prevalence among new mothers, discussions around post-natal depression (PND) have long been taboo, with many women often left to deal with mental health struggles alone while also juggling a newborn. One Dubbo mother, Paige Brandy Coe, has decided to climb another mountain (literally) after facing the uphill challenge of PND after the birth of her third child – her second consecutive experience with the mental illness. Mrs Coe will tackle the summit of Mount Kosciuszko to raise funds and awareness around PND. “This is a personal healing journey for me. As I suffered severely from Postpartum Rage and Postnatal Depres-

Paige Brandy Coe is climbing Mount Kosciuszko to raise awareness and funds for other mums dealing with post natal depression.

sion after giving birth to my third child. “I was always tired, angry, carried major resentment. I wanted my old life back, felt moody and often cried alone. “My own expectations put pressure on myself – I should’ve been a better wife; I should’ve been a better mum; I should be happy. “I had waited more than 10 years to have more children, but I couldn’t get past the way I felt every damn day. I knew

I wasn’t okay.” After finally sharing her struggles with her husband, Mrs Coe sought professional help. “I couldn’t do this anymore. My children needed me and will need me for the future,” she said. “I want them to know if they aren’t feeling okay (they should) go and seek professional support, talk to someone (they) can trust about what’s bothering (them),

don’t act accordingly and to put on a show for other people. “Most importantly, I want them to know they are not alone in this and I will be there for them emotionally and mentally.” Climbing Mount Kosciuszko has always been a dream of Mrs Coe’s, but after struggling with PND, she had put it on hold. “I didn’t want another year to go by without doing the summit walk so this year I’m doing it, but sharing my story to support the struggles that held up my dreams,” she said. Mrs Coe, the business owner of BrandyRose, will use the funds raised to create selfcare packages for fellow Aboriginal mums going through PND. “Items will be products from black businesses and food vouchers (as buying food and cooking dinner is another thing to do on top of another thing) to make life easier and less stressful,” she said. As at the start of this week, Mrs Coe had raised $1530 raised of $1500 goal. To donate visit www.gofundme. com/f/im-walking-mount-kosciuszko-for-pnd

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Dress to impress at Wongarbon By TIJANA BIRDJAN TO embellish the centennial milestone of Country Women’s Association (CWA), the Wongarbon ladies are hosting a night draped in 1920s couture influence. CWA Wongarbon members are hosting their annual fundraiser in the style of 1920s evening gowns brought by the Cavalcade of History and Fashion. The evening gowns will be showcased at the Wongarbon Community Hall to illustrate the beaded dresses influenced by post-WWI art deco design, curated by Parisian designers and artists. President Marjorie Blatch said the gowns are delivered from Sydney and are in phenomenal condition, explaining that the dresses have been collected and archived to preserve Australian social history. “The dresses are delicately handled with gloves and are categorised by decades with each collection representing an era of their own,” she continued, saying that in previous years Wongarbon CWA has displayed dresses from themes like An Edwardian House Party, Bustle to Bias Brides, Between the Wars and Living in the ‘70s. Ms Blatch described plans for the hall to be covered in 1920s antiques to set a glamorous atmosphere. She suggested guests are welcome to wear attire inspired by the 1920s to fit the theme.

Wongarbon Country Women’s Association president Margorie Blatch. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

“We have a lot of clever ladies who are good at altering and creating clothes,” she said, and mentioned that guests could even sneak into their mother’s wardrobe to select a few pieces inspired by the era. Ms Blatch understands the demographic is women but encourages men to participate in the an-

nual high tea gala event. Being a part of the CWA since the early 1980s, Ms Blanch joined Wongarbon in 2011 and is now in her second term of presidency. She shared that her passion is still ignited for the CWA as they focus on regional women from rural and remote communities. “When CWA was formed in

1922, it was initiated for mostly rural women who lived on remote properties focusing their advocacy on education, travel, health and their relevant social issues,” she continued, saying that now women have expanded from the original approach and are pushing for agriculture and environmental improvements. The CWA lobbies the government on diverse issues impacting the women of Australia and their families. “We like to debate for resolutions and advocate in areas including domestic violence, violence against children and other prominent issues we are facing,” Ms Blatch mentioned that the CWA is still as vital today as it was 100 years ago. “Our grass roots have been based on the advocacy and the forum of making lives better for women who live in the country,” she shared that the demographic is increasing with a lot of younger women getting involved. “Younger people are interested in tackling issues and helping to make decisions,” she said, adding that there are more than 9000 members in NSW. “If you’re a woman of any age, any background or anything else, we are always open for new members,” Ms Blatch said. The Art of Fashion: 1920s Evening Gowns will be held at the Wongarbon Community Hall on Saturday, April 2 at 2pm. To reserve a seat, please call Marjorie Blatch on 0427 669 909

Dubbo drivers urged to refresh their road rules

DUBBO drivers are being urged to keep themselves and others safe by refreshing their knowledge of road rules during Road Rules Awareness Week. Minister for Metropolitan Roads Natalie Ward said it is vital that drivers are reminded that their actions behind the wheel affect everyone. “Every decision we make can have consequences, and sometimes they can be tragic and avoidable. We have a shared responsibility to make our roads safer, and following and understanding the road rules is vital,” Mrs Ward said. Last year NSW recorded the lowest road toll in almost a century with 270 fatalities, but she said that while NSW is heading in the right direction, we should do more to achieve no deaths on NSW roads. Dubbo drivers are encouraged to brush up on their road rules to prevent casualties on regional and rural roads.

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The Central West Riders's charity event will kick off at Devils Hollow this Sunday. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

By JOHN RYAN BY all accounts Jason Williams is an ordinary bloke who has just turned 50, but he’s been living for five years with the diagnosis of early onset Parkinson’s disease. The news got worse last year when he was diagnosed with a rare form of Parkinson’s called MSA-P or multiple system atrophy – a terminal condition which, at best, will give him four years to live, a massive blow not only for him, but also for his wife and four young daughters. Jason was born and bred in Dubbo but in recent years his work as a firefighter took him to Banora Point, where he was in charge of the station. When first diagnosed Jason was determined to raise money for the Parkinson’s research foundation, riding a pushbike for 1500km and donating all the proceeds to the foundation, while documenting his journey on his Instagram site, shakerattleandroll. Now a group of locals is working to help Jason and his family. The Central West Riders are staging a Mystery Ride/Drive this Sunday, March 27. The charity day begins at Devil’s Hollow Brewey at 10am and ends up at Wongarbon’s Ploughman’s Rest Tavern at 2pm with a

Jason Williams has already done some hard Ks to help other people suffering from early onset dementia, now some of his Dubbo mates are banding together to give him and his family some support. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

car/motorcycle show and shine with trophies in 10 categories. There will also be an auction and music by local band Still Thinkin’ and other fundraising activities. The cost for the ride/drive is $30 which includes entry and a ride patch. For those wanting to show their car or bike the cost is $10 and the gates open for the show only vehicles at 1pm where general entry is by gold coin donation, and families are encour-

aged to come along. Central West Riders’ Darrel Harvey said the group got involved because Jason grew up with a fair few members and friends and as a club they decided that he could do with a hand. “He is also a bloke who has served the community in Dubbo and other towns in NSW and we are basically trying to raise some money just to help lift the financial burden off Jason and his family,” Mr Harvey told Dubbo

Photo News. “We think that at a time like this this Jason and his family should be able to concentrate on being a family not worry about finances. We know we can’t raise all the money they need but every cent will help.” He said that while the world isn’t a happy place at the moment with Covid, floods and the war in Ukraine, that their little club isn’t aiming to fix those big-picture problems. “But we can step up and help where we can – $20 isn’t very much these days but if 1000 people donated that we’d have $20,000 and that could change this family’s life,” he said. “Over the past four or five years we have received a huge amount of support from the people in the wider Dubbo area and it has helped us donate to people and charities that a person couldn’t do on their own. “We send the community of Dubbo and our supporting business houses our heartfelt thanks for the help they have given us and if anyone would like to donate a item for the auction or some money but can’t be at the day on the 27th March, they can contact Donna on 0499750055 or Darrel on 0466048916.”

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TARONGA Western Plains Zoo has been recognised on the national tourism stage, taking out bronze in the recent Australian Tourism Awards. A spokesperson for the zoo expressed the team’s elation at the award which they received on March 18 at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre in Queensland. “Last night we had the honour of representing NSW in the Major Attraction category at the Australian Tourism Awards, having won gold at the NSW Tourism Awards last month,” they said. “We won the Bronze Award, an achievement we are all very proud of. “We’ve experienced some huge challenges in recent years, as have our fellow tourism industry colleagues, so to be acknowledged as one of the top three best major attractions in Australia is a wonderful accomplishment, and a testament to the zoo’s resilience through drought, bushfires, a mouse plague and a pandemic. “A huge shout out to our extremely hard-working team, dedicated volunteers and supports, all of our amazing guests who have visited and stayed onsite and of course our beautiful animals that are inspirational ambassadors for conservation every single day.”

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Dubbo is one of the state’s warmest regional cities and its heat signature could increase dramatically in line with the way many new subdivisions are planned. UniSA researchers believe smaller yards and a dependence on air conditioning have resulted in a 30 per cent decline in Australian residential trees in the past decade, leading to hotter neighbourhoods and increased energy costs. This dramatic loss of suburban trees has led the UniSA environmental researchers to call for new national planning policies to mandate the inclusion of trees in any development or housing design.

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Reconciliation through our riverbanks By TIJANA BIRDJAN WATER-NSW recently announced its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to provide a framework by strengthening relationships, respecting and providing opportunities to support Indigenous communities in rural and regional NSW. CEO Andrew George acknowledged that WaterNSW is required to introduce greater steps to reconcile with Indigenous communities and ensures the organisation moving forward will provide better services. “We needed to find a way to be better, and the reconciliation framework provides an organisation like us (WaterNSW) to live our dreams and achieve the aspirations we have for better relationships and partnerships,” Mr George said. Currently Water Infrastructure NSW is constructing a new weir for Wilcannia to provide long-term town water supplies to preserve and enhance the environmental, economical and social benefits. “We’ve seen that it can be achieved through projects and communities out in Wilcannia through co-design and culturally appropriate engagement,” Mr George assured. The RAP is committed to improve and implement a range of activities and initiatives that will help WaterNSW strengthen relationships with Aboriginal communities.

“The way we engage when we do projects through the support of the RAP will be in culturally appropriate ways to help our people and our communities,” he continued, saying several members are passionate about the progressive stance and are looking forward to amending the past. He said WaterNSW will work closely with Aboriginal leaders to guide the organisation in ways they can improve policies and resolve previous challenges. WaterNSW installed implemented specific targets to ensure RAP is monitored. Aboriginal engagement manager Russell Hill has said the RAP was a long journey, but the document is significant moving forward. “I started working with WaterNSW 12 months ago and this was one of my major corporate strategies to coming on board,” he continued, saying the RAP delegates communities and ensures a cultural respect between the organisation, Indigenous communities and the land. “We will internally work through policies and procedures to ensure we do what we can,” he said, insisting the document will be used respectfully and not be “something that sits on the shelf collecting dust”. “Our ambition goes beyond this current RAP and we are already looking into the future for further improvements,” Mr Hill said.

Kids ready to swing into Brocklehurst playground By BROOKE JACOBSON

Tubba-Gah Wiradjuri man and Dubbo Region Councillor Lewis Burns with two Talbragar Wiradjuri Aboriginal Corporation dance members giving a Welcome to Country. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

COUNCIL IS REVIEWING THE

COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN The Community Strategic Plan addresses four key questions for the community: • Where are we now? • Where do we want to be in 2040? • How will we get there? • How will we know when we have arrived?

TO FIND OUT MORE: Register to attend an online forum, complete a survey, and make a submission. Copies of the Plan are also available at Dubbo and Wellington Customer Experience Centres and the Macquarie Regional Library. Submissions close 8 April 2022.

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CHILDREN in Brocklehurst will have a new playground by the end of August. The play area will provide a range of experiences for kids including climbing, sliding and imaginative play, along with a low-level balance trail made of Australian cypress timber. Other features will include a freestanding voice tube, an A-frame nest swing, inclusive play saucer, and soft fall material underneath high-wear zones. Dubbo Regional Council mayor Mathew Dickerson said, “The new play space will be a wonderful addition to the village. “I’m pleased to hear that staff have taken the time to listen to the residents of Brocklehurst and design the new space to fit their needs. “Staff have hosted on-site pop-up engagement sessions and consulted with residents about the location and design elements, and we feel confident residents are going to be very happy with their new play space.’’ Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders said playgrounds were a wonderful addition to any community. “Playgrounds give kids the opportunity to develop their motor skills, test their physical limits, explore, and build their independence and self-confidence,” he said. “I’m thrilled the families of Brocklehurst will soon have access to a designated play space.” Council will also be planting advanced trees to provide shade.

Acknowledgement of the Apology LAST week Dubbo College acknowledged the Apology which embodies the cultural recognition of past wrongs that caused trauma and suffering to Aboriginal communities. Dubbo College held remembrance ceremonies across all three campuses to acknowledge the anniversary of the Apology to Australia’s Indigenous Peoples. The commemoration of the Apology continues to provide Dubbo schools and families with the opportunity to move forward and acknowledge the Stolen Generations. The Dyiraamalang captains of Senior Campus, Jarwin Bray and Llaney Webb shared testimonies to the student body of how their own families were impacted as part of the Stolen Generations. A didgeridoo performance by AEO Doug Gordan alongside Aunty Di McNaboe opened the Dubbo College Delroy Campus ceremony. Dubbo College principal, Charles Gauci said the college and the community are committed to ongoing reconciliation to work together and close the gaps for all Australians.

IT’S A RECORD!  Epic record alert! Matilda Walden (UK) has assembled a Mr. Potato Head toy in 5.69 seconds, breaking the Guinness World Record for fastest time to assemble Mr. Potato Head for the first time in ten years. Matilda received her first Mr. Potato Head for her fourth birthday. In December 2021, aged 13, she became the fastest person in the world to assemble it. The iconic American toy, staple of some pop culture movies such as Disney’s Toy Story franchise, has been extremely popular ever since its release in the 1950s, when it hit the market as the first ever toy advertised through TV. Ever since, assembling Mr. Potato Head in the shortest time has become a true challenge for children all over the world, growing into one of the most established (and coveted) Guinness World Records titles.

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Inmate intake after rodent outbreak By TIJANA BIRDJAN WELLINGTON Correctional Centre has officially reopened following the competition of a $38m refurbishment to repair damages inflicted during the mouse plague last year. In June 2021, 420 inmates and up to 200 staff were relocated to nine different facilities across NSW after mice chewed through internal wiring destroying ceilings, air conditioning and wall panels. Corrective Services NSW Commissioner Kevin Corcoran PSM said the closure of the centre was made with regarding for the health and safety of the staff and inmates. “There were cracks rodents could get through,” he continued, saying the storm water and electrical pits caused significant damage, but the entry points are now dealt with. Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders said the investment over the past year has refurbished the facility after the mouse plague, but also increased security and educational facilities for staff and inmates. “The refurbishment has provided a real uplift for the community, the office and correctional staff,” he continued, saying it “feels like this is a new beginning”. The refurbished centre will enable the delivery of better educational programs and facilities including to the gate and control room, security rooms and the administration area. Mr Saunders acknowledged the

The mice tunnels. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Corrective Services NSW Commissioner Kevin Corcoran PSM and Governor Mark Kennedy holding the display of the keys to the Wellington Correctional Centre. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

advanced changed in technology since the facility opened in 2007 and suggested it is time to introduce the improved equipment into the correctional centre. Currently there are 90 inmates in the facility with the returning the remainder to be staggered over a five-week period to ensure security, from minimum to maximum security inmates. Minister for Corrections Geoff

Equipment damaged by the mice. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Lee confirmed the facility has been upgraded to ensure there is no recurrence of another mouse plague. “We have future-proofed the facility for future generations,” he continued, saying there is “opportunity for those prisoners to gain valuable skills and help so when they are released, they can become valuable members of society”.

“We repaired and reinforced the complex perimeter to better protect ourselves against future plagues and improved infrastructure to support the goal of reducing reoffending,” Mr Lee said. Security manager Gary Comer said each inmate will receive a “tablet” with access to educational programs and phone calls. This will improve the wellbeing of the inmates with more access to speak to their loved ones. Mr Comer confirmed that the Wellington Correctional Centre’s inmate intake has decreased, now totalling 592. Prior to the mouse plague, there were 800 inmates in the facility, and Mr Lee said the reduction in inmates will improve wellbeing and needs as most inmates will not be required to share their cells.

Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders and Minister for Corrections Geoff Lee speaking with Governor Mark Kennedy about the refurbished facility.

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Commissioning Party marching to formally introduce the opening of the Wellington Correctional Centre. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

The refurbished accommodation facilities, including a tablet at the Wellington Correctional Centre.

LOCAL businesses impacted by Covid will be among those to benefit from the Dubbo Show Society (DSS) being given a boost to ensure the iconic local event will run in 2022. Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders has announced $44,999.89 from the Country Shows Support Package for the DSS to run this year’s show. “The Dubbo Show is great fun of course, but it’s also a crucial economic injection for businesses, with all of this funding to be spent locally with suppliers providing entertainment, first aid, prizes and marketing materials,” Mr Saunders said. “The funding also makes it possible for the show society to donate money to the countless community group that chip in to make the event a success – from the Rural Fire Brigade volunteers moving show-jumping poles, to the Girl Guides who butter bread for three days.” He reiterated the importance of injecting money back into our local community so the Dubbo Show can continue with success. DSS secretary Sue Hood said the funding will give organisers confidence in their participation, adding that the Dubbo Show is one of the biggest in the region with hopes of having 30,000 people walk through the gates. “Not only is the funding important to us, but to other towns as well,” she shared, explaining that many residents travel to other show events throughout the region. “All show societies, including Dubbo, thank the NSW Government for having the initiative to support country shows.”

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JUST a couple of months before the federal election will need to be held, federal Agriculture Minister David Littleproud was all business-as-usual during his Tuesday visit to Dubbo. He was in town to announce a $1,411,000 Agricultural Trade and Market Access Cooperation grant to the Australian Cotton Shippers Association and Cotton Australia, money aimed at helping the industry focus on identifying and securing new markets for Australian cotton globally. He said the Covid pandemic and other factors had radically tilted global trade and said as a nation we can’t afford to sit on our hands. “There are a number of opportunities across East Asia that will continue to develop through Free Trade Agreements (FTA’s) and market access but this is also about business-to-business because governments can’t solve everything and invariably business-to-business do it more efficiently,” he said. He said cotton was one of Australia’s most mature and innovative production industries in terms of marketing as well as research and development and making sure it has a sustainable story to tell to the world. “The men and women that have led this industry have

Agriculture Minister David Littleproud (left) and Member for Parkes Mark Coulton in Dubbo on Tuesday. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

looked to the future, they’ve never rested on their laurels. “They always looked to the headwinds that could come but also the opportunities and that’s why this investment will give every Australian taxpayer the return you would expect.” He said it’s important the commonwealth supported export industries to assist in finding new markets and prevent our primary produce being stranded on our own shores. “Previously we were exporting around 71 per cent of our cotton production into China. That’s gone down to five per cent and that’s a significant shift in just a couple of years so what we’ve been able to do and were able to do very quickly was to diversify into those other markets like Vietnam, into Bangladesh, India, Pakistan where there was still a demand,” Mr Littleproud told Dubbo Photo News. “We need to continue to build on that, (and) diversify and enrich those

relationships.” He said a key component was bringing end customers to Australia to see the raw product, visit farms and processing plants and observe the traceback systems. “To be able to trace and track quickly and to eradicate pest or disease is imperative – that not just underpins our biosecurity, that underpins our market advantage.” Parkes MP Mark Coulton said the grant will have flowon effects for local cotton growers by helping to maximise the potential for Australian cotton exports and increasing the global profile of locally-produced cotton. “The Parkes electorate is home to some of the best cotton-growing regions in Australia and this grant will ensure our local growers can take full advantage of our exporting opportunities,” Mr Coulton said. “With water storages full, our cotton growers will be able to fully capitalise on what is expected to be a couple of

bumper seasons coming up.” Cotton Australia CEO Adam Kay said market diversification will continue to be crucial for the industry. “We’re forecasting a large crop of 4.8 million bales in 2022, compared to an average of 3 million bales produced each year during the period from 2014-19,” Mr Kay said. “This grant will help increase demand for the sustainable high-quality cotton we produce, avoid the need to stockpile and establish a clear roadmap for our future marketing efforts.” While speaking with Dubbo Photo News, Mr Coulton also announced this electorate will share in a $480 million investment in the National Broadband Network by the Morrison Government as a federal budget sweetener. “Regions like ours across Australia made their voices heard through the Regional Telecommunications Review – telecommunications matters for every community, including ours, and this is very much a welcome investment in the region’s future,” Mr Coulton said. “Having access to reliable and high-speed internet can really make a difference for people in our community, whether that be families connecting with loved ones, to business owners selling goods here and overseas.”

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Cartoonist brightens lives during Covid, conflict and cost increases By STEPH ALLEN AWARD-WINNING Australian cartoonist Tony Lopes has long entertained newspaper readers across the country, bringing a smile to the faces of fans – especially those seeking a slice of levity during tough pandemic times. Mr Lopes, who lives in Sydney’s southern suburbs with his wife and two sons and regularly visits his brother in Millthorpe, near Orange, was just a primary school student, doodling in his schoolbook margins, when he first developed a passion for cartooning. Armed with natural talent, creativity and a great sense of humour, Mr Lopes quickly enamoured others with his captivating toons. “At home, Mum recalls I always had to go off and draw cartoons,” he said. “I especially liked to study the old Warner Bros cartoons.” Mr Lopes’ first sale was to a niche publication in Sydney called ‘Sky & Space magazine’. “I basically knocked on their door cold and showed the editor a few of my alien cartoons,” he said. “I was an ambitious 16-year-old. Luckily the editor, whom I’m still friends with, loved them.” It was after editors began to show interest in his work that he realised his creations had potential. “After completing high school, I studied fine arts

‘Insanity Streak’ wins Best Comic Strip award

The Insanity Streak comic strip is published each week in Dubbo Photo News.

at a Sydney art college, receiving a diploma in fine arts, majoring in photography,” Mr Lopes said. “After leaving art school, I began work as a wedding photographer. It was during this time that the idea for ‘Insanity Streak’ was brewing in my head. “I commenced drawing Insanity Streak on a weekly basis and mailed out countless samples. “Persistence was the key to the strips’ success and now I can honestly pull out a file containing well over 200 rejection slips. I’m only now just finishing

NO FUEL PRICE SPIKE WHEN YOU’RE ON YOUR BIKE By TIJANA BIRDJAN With fuel prices sky rocketing, Ben Connor (pictured) encourages people to ride their bike to save money and the environment. “Initially, I started riding my bike as my main source of transportation to save the environment, but through the experience I found that it is a really good way to get around,” Ben acknowledged. Being constantly outside while getting exercise in a safe environment is "a very enjoyable experience”, according to Ben. He joked saying that if someone gave him a free Tesla, he would still use his bike, adding that while he has housemates with cars, he prefers to use his bike. Ben converted to only using his bike as his main

mode of transport two months ago, and says “riding through the summer was nice, but sometimes you have to avoid riding in the middle of the day”. “I initially made the decision to convert to a bike because cars were getting too expensive and pollute the environment,” he said, adding that he was inspired by his friends who only rely on their bikes to commute. While he was growing up, his family used to go on bike rides along the river and it made him realise his awareness. "When you’re in a car, you don’t realise how beautiful your surroundings are.” Ben rides his bike four times a week to go to the shops, catch up with friends and for various errands.

therapy,” he joked. While Mr Lopes has honed his subconscious into a rhythm and has a natural instinct, he finds inspiration at mornings at the beach a couple days a week. “I find it’s there I’m most relaxed... I can find my way and focus,” he said. “I’ll brainstorm a topic or situation that I want to explore, looking at a premise from all angles, reversing the scene, or substituting people, places or props to the situation to see what happens. “I’ll ask ‘what if’ about a

scenario. I’ll think in opposites, or perhaps look for a potential conflict in the premise. “Substituting modern or ancient customs, or a historical character or setting which can often produce something... inserting animals, myths or legends into a scenario, looking for a familiar word usage, or object that might spark something. If all of this fails and nothing works, I’ll jump onto seek.com and look for new employment.” While Mr Lopes enjoys the process, he also finds it “very rewarding” when

a cartoon resonates with a reader. “Especially during the pandemic, I received hundreds of messages saying that my cartoons have cheered people up and took their minds off all the sad news,” he said. “Even my local doctor has my cartoons on display in his waiting room to cheer up his patients.” To learn more or buy a book or subscription visit www.tonylopes.com. au. Tony’s Insanity Streak comic strip is published each week in Dubbo Photo News.

‘INSANITY STREAK’ has taken a top prize at Australia’s ‘Oscars’ of cartooning, winning the Best Comic Strip category of the Australian Cartoonists Association’s 2021 Stanley Awards. It is the 13th Stanley award ‘Insanity Streak’ has received since it became a daily comic strip in 2000. The srtip’s creator Tony Lopes said he was “humbled and honoured” to receive a coveted Stanley Award, the winners of which are voted on by industry peers. “Not every day you are blessed with a Stanley award. Grateful to be able to make people laugh by doing what I love,” he said. The Stanley Awards have been celebrating the best of Australian cartooning since 1985. The 2021 awards were delayed due to Covid but eventually went ahead in Coffs Harbour at the end of last month. Widely enjoyed by editors, colleagues and – most importantly – readers, ‘Insanity Streak’ reaches an audience of more than 5 million people each day. It appears in over 60 newspapers in Australia, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, Malaysia and Thailand, to name a few. “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in bringing ‘Insanity Streak’ to the readers and for all their continued support,” Mr Lopes said.

Cheers, volunteers: Firefighters recognised THEY’RE among our community’s most valued members, so it’s great to see the Orana area’s fire-fighting volunteers acknowledged. The NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) Orana Team recently recognised the achievements of local volunteers, presenting medals and plaques in honour of long service, appreciation and dedication. Eight National Emergency Medals, two National Medals, four Plaques of Appreciation and 18 Long Service Medals were presented to volunteers by Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders and NSW RFS Commissioner Paul Seager. The National Emergency Medal is awarded to those whose service was in the protection of lives and property or in the service of interests that are not their own and who supported the emergency response for a minimum of five days

between September 2019 and February 2020. “Members of the Orana District played an integral part in the firefighting response during that season and rose to the challenge to protect communities,” he said. Assistant Commissioner Seager said Long Service Medal and National Medal recipients had together given a total of more than 700 years of service to the community. “The members being recognised today with long service and national medals and or clasps range from 12 to 76 years of service, with a special mention of David Lyons from Bodangora Brigade who is receiving the Long Service Medal posthumously for 76 years’ service. “Today we also congratulate John Bullock from the Bodangora and Wuuluman brigades with a long service medal and clasp for his 61 years of service.”

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Through her physiotherapy practice, Jen Edge imparts the message that our bodies need movement to be healthy, PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/STEVE COWLEY

By STEPH ALLEN PHYSIOTHERAPY has cemented itself as an industry that helps others find some respite from years of niggling pain, giving patients a new lease on life through treatment designed to iron out kinks in the muscles and address underlying aches and pains. For nearly 40 years, Activate Centre physiotherapist John Robins has worked to address those issues that can make everyday life difficult for many. Alongside physiotherapist of 17 years, Physio Wellness’ Jen Edge, Mr Robins has shared a raw insight into the industry literally shaping our physical wellbeing. “A career in physiotherapy can be in a hospital, non-government health organisation, or perhaps private practice in which I am involved,” Mr Robins aid. “What I like about my job in private practice is that I am my own boss. There’s a flexibility of hours and I get to meet lots of nice people. “Of course, some patients’ conditions are very challenging, but I still enjoy trying to help people move better and be in less pain if possible.” Some of the services a physio-

therapist can provide and conditions they can treat include acute musculoskeletal pain and injury, chronic conditions, pre-op and post-op orthopaedic rehabilitation, sports injuries, workplace injuries, whiplash, musculoskeletal pain related to visceral dysfunction, dysfunctional breathing patterns, repetitive strain injury, shoulder and elbow pain, neck and back pain, hip, knee and foot pain, stress related pain, and treatment for cancer patients – pre-op, operation recovery, during treatment or fatigue management. As more people adopt a more sedentary lifestyle, the need for physiotherapy services has seen an increase. “A more sedentary lifestyle can lead to a variety of musculoskeletal issues and an increase in illness and chronic diseases. Essentially, our bodies need movement to be healthy,” Ms Edge said. “(People should look out for) ongoing pain, recurrent injuries, posture awareness, mind body connection – links between emotional state and pain and illness, and creating healthier habits for optimal health and wellness.” Mr Robins said over the past 30 years, Dubbo people have become

more conscious of the importance of exercise. “Common musculoskeletal conditions that I treat include back and neck pain, hip pain, knee injuries, ankle dysfunction and shoulder, elbow and hand problems,” he said. “I could be described as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist. This means that if one gets an injury to any joint or muscle in their body, I can help them rehabilitate. “I’m also an exercise physiologist and a running coach, so I love designing exercise/running plans. “I also happen to help people with neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s or stroke. As well, I do have some patients with respiratory conditions such as COPD.” To become a physiotherapist, one must complete a university degree and register with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency. “As well as having some ‘smarts’, you need to be able to communicate with people, able to relate to their individual circumstances and impart knowledge and understanding and a way forward for their condition for which they’re seeking treatment,” Mr Robins said.

Dubbo physiotherapist John Robins says the best part of his job is helping people to move better and be in less pain. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/STEVE COWLEY

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Lyons pioneering horse engineering By TIJANA BIRDJAN FROM starting her electrician apprenticeship in 1998 to becoming self-employed in 2005, Nicole Lyons shared her passion for the trade industry. Growing up alongside three brothers, her fascination ignited from childhood as her brothers were interested in trades. Reflecting on her apprenticeship, Mrs Lyons said there were challenges, but she is fortunate to be in the position she is today. “It’s not the most glamorous job as I’m constantly covered in dirt or under roofs, but I love it.” Four months ago, she broke her Achilles tendon playing soccer and was unable to work for a period of time. “Now it’s starting to recover, and I’ve walked in a few park runs so I can slowly move again. “I’m happy with how the recovery is going,” she said, adding that she’s easing back into her workload. Having her own business gives Mrs Lyons the flexibility to spend time with her children, Taylah and Ethan, and contribute time dedicated to her own passions. Over the past 12 months, she has constructed a Clydesdale horse alongside a

carriage out of scrap junk metal. “It’s all made out of rubbish – bits of cars, tractor bonnets, springs of old beds and various other materials,” she explains. When she was in the process of collecting materials, Mrs Lyons travelled to farms and rubbish piles to source trinkets. “A few people knew I was building the horse so they would give me bits and pieces they would find.” Through this project, Mrs Lyons learned how to weld, explaining that “when you start banging it with a hammer, then you learn if it is a good weld or bad weld”. She tells Dubbo Photo News she always wanted to design a Clydesdale, but her idea solidified once she met a Clydesdale named Hercules. “Once I saw him this size, pretty much, I was inspired.” Ethan says he often sits in the carriage as “it is fun to sit on”. In between her business and other duties, Mrs Lyons paints Australian landscape, flora and fauna. Her shed is full of paintings she has completed over the years, encompassing the beauty of rural Australia.

Nicole Lyons and her son Ethan sitting on the Clydesdale’s carriage. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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When Meghan and Harry came to town By STEPH ALLEN DUBBO photographer Wendy Merrick had her lens at the ready, poised and ready for the first sign of the newly-wed and expectant couple, Harry and Meghan, as they touched down in Dubbo in 2018. Excited to catch a glimpse of the loved-up pair, Ms Merrick braved sporadic heavy rain, seemingly gifted to the drought-stricken town by the then-royal couple. “Apart from the heavy rain at the worst times, the day went really well,” Ms Merrick said. “To try to keep the rain out of my cameras, I had to use some plastic bags and rubber bands, but I still managed to get the shots thankfully. “I enjoyed interacting with the international media as we were shuttled on the bus from one venue to the other, it didn’t feel like we were in Dubbo. “The screening and security processes at the airport were intense and interesting, we had to put all of our camera gear on the ground for the sniffer dogs to go over and one slobbered right over my camera. “The crowds were huge. The media were ushered in before the royals arrived and we felt like celebrities because all eyes were on us as the crowds waited for the royals to arrive.” While she didn’t meet Harry or Meghan, Ms Merrick got close enough to hear titbits of

Official photographer describes Dubbo’s royal rain as a “Biblical Moment” One of the international media photographers who also covered the 2018 royal visit to Dubbo, alongside Dubbo Photo News’ Wendy Merrick, was Zak Hussein. In a recent interview for a US magazine, Mr Hussein singled out Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s 2018 visit to Dubbo as one of his most memorable royal moments. As soon as the royals got off their plane, “this little 5-year-old boy, Luke Vincent, who has Down syndrome, ran out from under the rope and hugged Harry”, Mr Hussein told America’s People magazine. He believes the moment showed who the couple really were. “They’d just announced their pregnancy, and they were showing their natural affinity,” he said. Dubbo and much of the state was in the middle of a severe drought at the time, but shortly after Meghan and Harry’s arrival, rain began to fall. “You had this prince and this duchess who landed in this small town, and suddenly it was like they brought on this rain, in this Biblical moment,” Mr Hussein said.

A thumbs up from Harry and a handshake from Meghan: The royal couple spent time chatting to Dubbo royal-lovers, despite the rain that was falling during their picnic in Victoria Park. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/WENDY MERRICK/FILE

conversation. “Harry’s accent was so polished and pleasant to hear as he spoke to people. Meghan was very attractive up close,” she said. “I had a lovely chat with an English journalist who told me that he had his hair cut in London the week prior, and the hairdresser was from Dubbo – what are the chances?

“I didn’t get an opportunity to find out any more as Harry and Meghan had just stepped off the plane, and the press started scurrying.” For Ms Merrick, who photographed on behalf of Dubbo Photo News, the experience of photographing royalty was out of the ordinary. “It felt a little surreal to be pho-

tographing them and being so close to such famous people, but they’re just people after all,” she said. “Even though they’re celebrities, they’re still human beings just like the rest of us. I have photographed other celebrities and politicians, but they were the first royals. “It was a great day and I enjoyed being a part of it.”

Local business helps school’s ﬁre recovery with $10k donation By STEPH ALLEN AFTER Dubbo South Public School was devastated by a fire at the end of 2021, a generous local juice and smoothie retail outlet has provided a $10,000 donation towards reconstruction efforts. School principal Sharon Murray was approached by the owners of Dubbo Boost Juice, Craig and Roxanne Peterie, who explained that as a company they had funding that could

be provided to specific causes and projects. “They had read and seen the devastation of our school fire at the end of 2021 and as ex-parents who had their children go through Dubbo South Public School a few years ago, wanted to donate funding to help us rebuild,” Ms Murray said, adding that the “very generous donation” would be used on purchasing a range of literacy resources for the classrooms for children to use in their learning.

“One of the main rooms lost to fire was our Teaching Hub that contained all reading materials for our students K-6.” Ms Murray said she was “blown away by the generous donation”. “How wonderful to see positive community spirit and a local business offer to donate a significant amount to our school for our students to benefit from,” she said. “I was actually a little teary when Craig ap-

proached me with the idea. “We are slowly rebuilding and school life is getting back to some normality this year. With Covid etcetera, the fire just added another challenging layer. “Both kids and teachers have been wonderful in getting back on track. “Our community has been amazing in their support and I advise all to get down to Boost Juice and support their generosity.”

Orana Mall Boost Juice donated $10,000 to Dubbo South Public School to help them rebuild after a ﬁre in 2021. PHOTO: DUBBO SOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL

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Calls for dedicated rural health service

THE BATS ARE BACK

A large colony of bats has taken up a noisy residence on the zoo side of the Macquarie River, a few hundred yards from the Shibble Bridge, just off the riverside walking track. This photo was snapped by Ken Smith during one of his weekend forays along the river. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

Tenants couch surfing as real estate market hits 40-year high By STEPH ALLEN THE strength of the current housing market is something that very few Dubbo real estate agents have ever seen before. The combination of record low interest rates, higher than usual buyer demand, lower housing supply, and increased government funding and subsidisation have culminated in what S.J. Shooter Real Estate director Samuel Shooter is dubbing a “very strong selling market”. “This current period of real estate history is the best-selling market in the last 40 years and the fourth best in Australian real estate history,” he said. “As a result, we’ve seen a number of sellers taking the opportunity to get their house on the market in order to make the most of these ideal conditions.” With rental availability still tight – there were just 44 homes and 14 units listed for rent in

Real estate boom has “transformed the perception of Dubbo real estate” Dubbo on realestate.com.au at the time of writing – potential tenants are finding it difficult to secure a home. “We are hearing stories of people having to live with friends for up to three months before finding a rental property of their own,” Mr Shooter said. “When it comes to sales, it’s a similar story with only 118 residential properties being advertised for sale. “I have worked with buyers who have literally made up to five offers on homes and missed out every time, so the feeling among some tenants and buyers is that they are becoming disheartened but are still keen to secure something soon.” As well as a lack of rentals,

many buyers and tenants are being “worn out” from trudging to open home after open home each Saturday. “But there are plenty of new buyers and tenants entering the market with enthusiasm and a desire to secure a property quickly,” Mr Shooter said. “Amongst sellers, there’s enthusiasm of course but the thought of having to buy or rent in this market has proven daunting to some. “Buyers and tenants appear to be the groups that have struggled the most in what has been a very fast paced market. “With many properties going under offer even before photos have been taken or the property formally advertised, a lot of people looking to purchase or lease

a home have found themselves missing out very early on. “On the flip side of course, sellers and landlords have found great success in most instances due to the increased demand.” The real estate boom has not only transformed the perception of Dubbo real estate, but also the city’s value of living. “We’ve seen investors recognise Dubbo as a significant and safe place to buy property, we’ve seen metropolitan buyers choosing lifestyle and a more relaxed pace for their families and we’ve seen local buyers continue to put their best foot forward to secure a property in their hometown,” Mr Shooter said. “It’s also helped all of us to become more open minded as to where we’re keen to live and how we can make that happen. “It’s been a big shift for everyone in this space and the people of Dubbo have really embraced it wholeheartedly.”

A NEW Department of Rural Health could be one step closer in NSW after an independent state MP launched a petition calling for a dedicated state department. Member for Wagga Wagga Dr Joe McGirr launched an e-petition for the establishment of a Department of Rural Health last month. The petition was a by-product of the unique challenges faced in rural, remote and regional NSW for the provision and access of health care. “The petition calls on the government to establish a department of rural health to safeguard and increase rural health services and provide the rural health workforce that communities need on the ground,” Dr McGirr said. “We now have a regional health minister in NSW and I believe she needs the support of a department behind her.” NSW Farmers member and retired occupational therapist Sarah Thompson said due to country communities experiencing a lower level of access to health services, a dedicated Rural Health Department could address those problems. “We know rural health is not something you can improve by simply throwing money at it, we need a commitment and focus to deliver the services that are needed,” Mrs Thompson said. “As people increasingly look to the regions for affordable housing and better liveability, they will put more strain on already-stretched health infrastructure. “A Rural Health Department could ensure healthcare facilities including hospitals, clinics, private practice, ambulances, mobile health provision and other health facilities are appropriately resourced.” Mrs Thompson said it was pleasing to see a country doctor like Dr McGirr call for a department that would be headed by former country nurse in Regional Health, Minister Bronnie Taylor. “Providing health services in rural and remote communities – be it as a GP or a nurse or an allied health professional – has a whole different set of challenges and we need people with that experience driving this forward,” she said. “Ultimately, regional, rural and remote communities deserve excellent health care and that’s what we want to see achieved.”

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EMERGENCY REPORT

The Dubbo Photo News column dedicated to the hard work of our emergency services personnel.

NEWS OPINION AND ANALYSIS by JOHN RYAN

Firies recognised WELL done to all the NSW Rural Fire Service Orana members who last week received Plaques of Appreciation, National Emergency Medals, National Medals, Long Service Medals, and the Commissioner’s Certificate of Service. Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders did the honours and, among other things, recognised a combined 716 years of service! Amazing stuff.

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HOW’S this joker caught on CCTV footage trying to hammer The Palms motel with a fence paling used like a javelin? If anyone knows who this is, please call police and let them know.

Guardianing our fish FISHERIES Officers are on a roll – in the state’s north west they’ve seized 50 wire fish traps and 32 fish in recent times including:  A 28-year-old man from Dubbo and a 49-year-old man from Mount Foster were apprehended using an unlawful fish trap in the Macquarie River near Mt Foster. Both men were issued penalty infringement notices for using the trap and failing to pay the Fishing fee;  A 29-year-old man from Warren was apprehended on the Macquarie River after being observed using a fish trap set in these waters. The offender was issued several penalty infringement notices;  A 63-year-old man and repeat offender from Walgett NSW, was observed using two wire fish traps in the Barwon River near Walgett. The fish traps along with several Golden Perch were seized from the man and the matter will be heard before the courts; and  A 53-year-old man was recently observed retrieving a fish trap from the waters of the Darling River near Louth. The trap was seized and penalty infringement notices will be issued to the offender. Fish traps are not permitted to be used in NSW inland waters and the use of such gear has a severe impact on native fish stocks and other aquatic and terrestrial wildlife.

More roadworks on Cobra Street

Programmed artwork: Youth Command Operational Coordinator Inspector Luke Geradts, Orana Mid-Western Police District Commander Superintendent Danny Sullivan, Senior Constable Marty Paice, Dubbo PCYC Club Manager Emily Ross, Department of Communities and Justice Assistant Manager Lyndon Davies, and Sergeant David Blom with the artwork. PHOTO: SUPPLIED.

Programmed artwork SIMPLE things that involve basic human interactions are nearly always the best way to connect kids at risk with cops, in a good way – the other two basic choices are formal interaction with the justice system or bureaucratic black holes which require an infinite supply of money and resources for no decent outcomes. This past week an artwork created by by young people at the Orana Youth Justice Centre, assisted by Uncle Allan Shillingsworth, was hung at the Dubbo PCYC, this practical program aims to build rapport with young offenders within the youth justice system to break down barriers between police and young people that may contribute to re-offending behaviours. The relationships are built between police and youth while conducting fitness and other activities to act as a catalyst for police to engage with the youth upon their release. Youth Commands, Youth Engagement Officers, and officers from Orana Mid-Western Police District assist in the program within the centre and also play an integral and ongoing role once the young person is released.

Lightning charges TWO older gents have been charged over drug related matters a bit to the north. Just after 11am on March 16 police from the Central North Police

to Newcastle’s John Hunter Hospital by the Westpac Chopper, in a critical condition. Officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District established a crime scene and commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash. As inquiries continue, anyone who witnessed the crash or who has dashcam footage from the area, is urged to contact police. A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner. Meanwhile, the emergency service also resported: “Just after 8am on March 20 the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance to Narromine after reports a 53-year-old female was suffering a serious cardiac condition. “Local Paramedics attended the location and deemed further specialist treatment was required. They transported the patient to Narromine Airport where the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Critical Care Medical Team rendezvoused. “The female was stabilised by the Helicopter Critical Care Medical Team prior to being flown direct to the Orange Base Hospital where she will undergo further specialist treatment.”

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After months of roadworks on Cobra Street, more roadworks on the western side of the Fitzroy Street roundabout. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

District Proactive Crime Team, Crime Prevention Unit, Criminal Investigation and the Dog Unit executed a search warrant at a property on Simms Hill Road, Lightning Ridge where officers located and seized, methylamphetamine, unauthorised prescription medication and a mobile phone. An 80-year-old man was arrested and taken to Lightning Ridge Police Station and charged with supply prohibited drugs on an ongoing basis, knowingly deal with proceeds of crime, two counts of possess prohibited drug and supply prohibited drug. A 58-year-old man at the property was issued a Court Attend-

ance Notice for possess prohibited drug.

Emergency Chopper flights A 69-YEAR-OLD man has died as the result of injuries he sustained in a car crash near Binnaway. Just after 12pm on Friday, March 18, emergency services scrambled to Warrumbungles Way, about 5km from Binnaway, following reports a Toyota Hilux had crashed into a tree. The 69-year-old driver was trapped for a short time before he was treated on scene by NSW Ambulance Paramedics and airlifted

WE really haven’t built great infrastructure in this nation, for all the wealth that’s been generated over the years. We have a few wildfires (more than a few) or a few days of flooding rain (more than a few) and our two direct road routes to Sydney are either cut off or partially blocked. This is a massive failing from all our governments over the years, especially when you consider that the money we’ve paid to overseas corporations to house “illegal” immigrants offshore – at more than $3million each per year by some counts – could have paid for a dual-lane divided highway, gold-plated, with tunnels everywhere and a high speed railway running alongside it. Or even if we’d actually made some of the world’s richest companies pay, not the tax they really owe us, but just a portion of what they’ve stolen. There’s billions of dollars we’ve either wasted or let slip through to the keeper, except we haven’t kept any of it. We’re just a massive mine that’s been exploited and the people making the decisions to allow this to happen have gotten super wealthy off the back of it. In the Year 2022, Transport for NSW was last week advising motorists “to avoid all non-essential travel through the Blue Mountains and, where travel is essential, to drive to the conditions, plan ahead and follow the directions of signs and traffic control. Transport for NSW thanks motorists for their patience during this time.” The roads over the mountains are so bad in good weather and at the best of times that I only ever drive to Sydney if it’s essential.

THERE are yet more disruptions to traffic on Cobra Street just west of the Fitzroy Street roundabout which took many, many months to build. This time it was nightworks and the surface now has some “spray and pray” top coating on it, so mind your windscreens and hope we don’t get too much water running over that section of roadway until It was great to see dedication and commitment recognised when varied awards were presented to local Rural Fire Service firefighters reit, hopefully, beds in. cently. PHOTO: SUPPLIED.

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Moulding passion into a career By TIJANA BIRDJAN

BRETT “MON” GARLING’S childhood in Lightning Ridge was spent outside admiring his mother’s artistry while using a butterknife to carve sandstone for her to paint on. His nickname “Mon”, short for “Monster”, came from his childhood curiosity with animal specimens and their anatomy. As his talent in the art realm grew, his knowledge of anatomy developed and morphed into an interest in creating life-size figurative and bronze sculptures. Having “nine years of commission work” in front of him, Brett joked, he is currently working on four bronze horse sculptures to exhibit in Forbes by the end of the year. “Making the armature is the longest procedure to creating the piece – if the bones aren’t correct then the finished result won’t be correct,” Brett explained, stressing that his understanding of anatomy is crucial for designing the sculpture. The clay sculpture of the horse took him three days to complete: “It’s like anything – you work fast when you know what you’re doing.” Brett explained the process of rubbering, waxing and casting the bronze to Dubbo Photo News, saying “once a sculpture is covered in bronze – you can’t go back to remodel it”. Before every life-size sculpture, he creates a Marquette so as to visualise his designs and resolve his engineering issues on a smaller scale. He shared that the project for the Forbes exhibition will consist of four life-size horses staggering on one or two legs. Uneven bronze distribution is a challenge he said, confirming that he will be putting a stainless steel rod through the horses’ hips

Brett Garling adding clay on the horse sculpture. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

to adjust their positioning to enable their stance. Brett laughed saying he still faces challenges with the technicalities of engineering as every piece has intricate dimension. “The more dynamic the sculpture, the more engineering problems there will be – but that’s what makes it more detailed.” The trouble with commission work is the deadline, he continued, saying that he often wishes he had six additional months on his pieces to produce quality up to his ‘perfectionist’ standard. In between all his deadlines, Brett shared that he often paints landscapes during early mornings. Asking him to share his favourite medium between painting or

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sculpting, Brett expressed that he does not differentiate between the styles. Because of his artistic credibility and experience, Brett is able to reject commissions he doesn’t favour. “There have been times in my younger years when my children were young, and I had a mortgage to pay off whereas now the financial stability has allowed me to pick and choose what I want to do,” he said. He shares that when commissioners ask for a piece, he asks for the idea and creates three thumbnail prints, from which they select one. “If someone tells me they want exact replica of something I have the ability to decline it,” he continued, saying that his name would be connected to something that is not his idea. “Previously I wouldn’t reject them and in hindsight I am thankful for them because they have (brought) me to where I am now. If I had a choice to remove (some of) my previous work from the public eye – I would,” he said.

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Through his artistic temperance, he views some of his previous collections as lesser works than those he is capable of producing today. He noted that it bothers him to turn work away as he knows organisations will get someone else to design the piece and it will be of a lesser quality than he could have produced. “There are only half a dozen sculptors in Australia who are capable of the same quality and of course they are going to go with the cheapest option or the one with the loudest mouth,” Brett argued. “In the art world – much like any other world, it’s usually the one with the biggest mouth that ends up doing the job. “Look at modern art now for example, if you can splash some paint and the wall and write and essay explaining it you can earn millions.” Brett further describes his challenges within the art realm by using an analogy of him on a singing show: “If I went on a singing show, I would be on the bloopers, but if a person with no artistic talent enters an art competition they can potentially win.” He raised the question asking what the definition of conceptual art is. “Everything is seen as good in the art world and we’re made to think that unfortunately,” he said. Brett told Dubbo Photo News he strived to bring better art education by implementing quality artwork and changing the attitude towards art. “I paint with the best artists in Australia so why would I need to see paint thrown on a wall and it being called ‘abstract art’?” He laughed. Brett shared his struggle through COVID-19 as the prices of clay and other materials increased. “It was challenging because of all the contracts I signed before the pandemic, the quotes were inaccurate to the pricing – I was barely scraping by at certain stages,” he said. Over the decades, Brett has successfully distributed his pieces globally in galleries across the world – in Canada, America and New Zealand – and he laughed saying once they leave the gallery, he has no knowledge of their next movements.

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Supporting the survivors of heart events in Australia By TIJANA BIRDJAN EVERY day more than 10 unprecedented heart events are experienced in Australia, with many survivors suffering a second event less than 12 months later. Heart Support Australia is a national non-profit organisation providing support and guidance to survivors after they experience their initial heart event. CEO of Heart Support Australia Judy Ford visited the Dubbo branch to provide further assistance on spreading awareness and education. “The Dubbo branch is fantastic because they work closely with the hospital by fundraising and going to educational classes,” Ms Ford said. Ms Ford confirmed that the money raised in Dubbo will stay in the local community and provide increased support to the Dubbo Base Hospital and individuals who suffered heart events. Survivors often participate in rehab after their event to continue their treatments until they are eligible to return to regular lifestyle. Ms Ford shared that people recovering are left with questions of what happens then and how they must accommodate their lifestyles. “People start to question what they can and can’t do,” she said, reiterating that peer support groups provide survivors the con-

Members of Heart Support Australia Dubbo branch: Gary Hayton, Elaine McTiernan, Janine McAnally, Alan Warwick, Robert Tripp, Ray McTiernan, Judy Ford and Val Wilkinson. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

fidence to ask their peers instead of going directly to specialists. “It’s an opportunity for people to really talk to one another and get more clarity on what they can do to avoid a second event,” she continued, suggesting that second events often occur when people discontinue their medication or their mental health declines. “It’s very difficult because many survivors have declining mental health as they are in constant agony over experiencing a second event,” she said. Ms Ford advocated that peo-

ple should be more aware of their family medical history as events can impact anyone disregarding lifestyle choices. She shared an anecdote of a 42-year-old man experiencing a heart event while bike riding describing him as an “athletic man who doesn’t drink or smoke”, but his family genetics were impacted by heart events. Ms Ford’s five tips to have a healthy heart include consuming a proper diet, recommending the Mediterranean diet, a seven-hour sleep schedule, gentle exercise, no

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smoking and having positive mental health. President of the Dubbo branch Alan Warwick said the Dubbo group initiated in 2014 generating more than 20 members throughout the years. Alan joined the group after experiencing an almost fatal heart attack which resulted in him being declared dead for eight minutes. “I was given CPR and once the ambulance arrived, they resuscitated me using a defibrillator machine,” he continued saying “I was brought back to life, so I knew I

had another chance”. After becoming president of the Dubbo Branch, Mr Warwick built a relationship with the Dubbo Base Hospital to ensure better resources and services were provided to survivors. He told Dubbo Photo News that the organisation provided the hospital with specialised equipment and is currently fundraising to purchase a strength supportive armchair valued at $1100. Mr Warwick explained the geographical complications for patients arriving from around the district, for instance from Bourke and Warren. “The ambulance will pick them up and rush to hospital, but the families are often left behind,” Mr Warwick said. He expressed that the families are left in turmoil so the hospital contacts the group and provides details of the situation then the branch can assist the families in need of support. “We have all been through it at some stage, so we know what it is like – we have experience and knowledge to pass on to survivors and their families,” he shared. He said the group work closely with hospital graduates and conductors by regular meetings and supervised exercises. “Maintaining a healthy relationship with the hospital is vital to us and we want to provide support wherever we can.”

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Zoo babies ﬂy the coop and make history SOME precious young locals have flown the coop, carrying with them the hopes of an entire species. Ten Plains Wanderers, born and bred at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, have been released into the wild in the Riverina, with the aim of boosting the population of one of Australia’s most critically endangered bird species. It’s the first time in history these unique little birds have been released in NSW, where they’ll now bolster the wild populations which are thought to number fewer than 1000, thanks to habitat loss, drought and fox attacks. Taronga’s CEO Cameron Kerr AO said Plains-wanderers’ genetic history dates back millions of years, which is why breeding and releasing these birds back into the wild is so important. “This first NSW release is a huge milestone in our conservation efforts for this species, and it is so rewarding seeing these little birds returned to their wild habitat, where we hope they will thrive.” Further releases are expected in 2022, with 37 of those birds being bred at the conservation breeding program at the Dubbo zoo.

Chantell Laneyrie was named Property Manager Of The Year NSW/ACT at the 2021 Elders Real Estate Annual Awards Night. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

By STEPH ALLEN TWO Dubbo real estate professionals have been recognised for their achievements on a state level at a recent 2021 Elders Real Estate Annal Awards Night. Chantell Laneyrie received the coveted award of Property Man-

ager of the Year for NSW/ACT while colleague and real estate agent Adam Wells was recognised with a second placing in the Top 5 Salespeople Gross Commission NSW/ACT award. “I love my job 100 per cent. I love the fact that a family, person or investor trusts me with of-

Adam Wells received second place in the Top 5 Salespeople Gross Commission NSW/ACT award at the 2021 Elders Real Estate Annual Awards.

ten their biggest asset,” Mr Wells said. “I feel proud to be recognised by my peers and colleagues, as I said I love what I do and enjoy meeting new people problem solving and celebrating a great result with a beer at the end of the day with my vendors and purchases.”

Mr Wells advised other aspiring real estate salespeople to be themselves. “Find what you can do that is unique and do it the best you can,” he said. “Most importantly though, tell the truth, be honest and look after your clients.”

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Mates Corey McArdle and Pete Driver reckon pick-up basketball games at the Talbragar Street Rage Cage are heaps of fun. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

COREY McArdle was shooting baskets when Dubbo Photo News was driving past the Rage Cage next to the skate park so we called in to ask the 23-year-old how his percentages were going. “I like coming down and having a shoot with my mates,” he said, remarking that he enjoys the casual nature of pickup games, if his mates are available and the weather’s okay At 24-years-old, Pete Driver says the fact he’s 6’4” (193cm) is a real advantage when playing

competition basketball. “I have a bit of a run on a Tuesday arvo down at Sportsworld, but like Corey said, we come down here, you’ve got the opportunity to have a bit of a run around, you can have a bit of a shot,” Mr Driver said. He likes the fact some of his mates who don’t play competition basketball are keen to rock down to the Rage Cage for a muck around game. “Corey and a few of the boys don’t play in my team but they’re starting to get into it and enjoy spending some free time shooting baskets.”

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Local writer features in new book By STEPH ALLEN GATHERED around an open fire on a wintery June night last year, talented writers shared stories, advice and lived experiences about an industry shaping the imaginations of the central west. Dubbo writer, Val Clark, was a part of the regional talent pool selected to spend June 10-13 at the CORRIDOR Project, near Cowra for the Orana Arts inScribe program for regional NSW writers. Mr Clark will also be featured in a new book, launched in Wellington this week, called Centres & Peripheries, a collection of stories penned by the five writers, explores themes of living far from centres of attention and importance, whether real or perceived. The book was illustrated by visual artists Albury’s Vicki Luke, Wellington’s Darren Blanch, Lake Macquarie’s Amanda Donohue, Cowra’s Shani Nottingham, and Dubbo’s Lachlan Naef. The project provided writers with a mentorship with award-winning writer, Dr Roanna Gonsalves. Dr Gonsalves mentored the writers over several months last year after the intensive residency. “We all had to put an application in with a piece of our writing...I was grateful to be selected to be part of the residency,” Ms Clark said.

Local writers Val Clark, Catherine Moffat and Rob Salt were part of a recent writers’ retreat. Inset, the new book launched in Wellington this week. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED.

“We spent time speaking with Roanna, talking about our work, reading to each other, as well as weekly Zoom sessions with each other so we could help each other with what we were doing and had

Roanna mentor us in how to write our short stories in a more engaging way. “Darren (Blanch) is a visual artist and he illustrated my story. I’ve had a peek view and it’s absolutely

gorgeous. “Each writer was appointed an illustrator to read our story and respond to it.” Ms Clark said the experience helped the writers and visual art-

ists with the opportunity to develop great connections and learn from others in the industry. “There is always someone who can help take your writing to the next level,” she said. “I learnt the value of a mentorship which meant that I then went on to invest in a mentorship with an editor to help me with a novel I’m writing.” Ms Clark’s work, After Plenty, is a Young Adult fantasy story that explores the life of character, Lil, and her life “as she reaches for the future she wants, rather than the future ordained by her conservative community”. The inScribe program was created from Covid-19 grant money awarded to Orana Arts by the NSW Government through Create NSW, and support from Writing NSW. Centres & Peripheries will be available for sale via the Orana Arts website.

Stuart Town to hold its first Multicultural Festival By STEPH ALLEN

Almost every culture from former Wellington Shire to be represented

A NEW diverse festival in rural NSW will bring together all walks of life, with organisers hoping the new annual event will become a major fixture on the region’s annual social calendar. Planning is currently underway for the Stuart Town Multicultural Festival, which will highlight the eclectic diversity of the region. Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders recently announced a $10,000 commitment for the Stu-

art Town Action Group Inc to host the festival on May 7. “Our region is home to people from all over the world and they all bring something different to the community,” Mr Saunders said. “I think it’s important to celebrate that, as well as to help these people feel at home in their new community. “After the past couple of years

of lockdowns and restrictions, I think people are really eager to gather and celebrate the things that unite us, like music, food, dancing, and stories. Stuart Town, which is positioned between Dubbo, Orange, Bathurst, Mudgee and Wellington, benefits from the wider region’s “diverse multicultural communities”. “We know people are both curious about, and keen to celebrate

these different cultures,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will be used to help advertise what I’m sure will be a terrific event, as well as to hire equipment and secure awesome entertainment.” Festival organiser Ben Penhall welcomed the funding, and encouraged interested stall holders to reach out via the STAG Facebook page.

“Just about every culture is represented across the former Wellington Shire, and we’re aiming to have at least 12 multicultural food stalls so people can sample different foods, talk to different people, and just gain an insight into those different cultures,” Mr Penhall said. “Our aim is to build a major event, with strong visitation to the shops and motels. The whole region benefits out of these things. “Any money we make goes back into the community.”

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Remembering Pez to prevent other deaths By JOHN RYAN TRADIES make up a significant per centage of Dubbo’s workforce yet across this region, and the nation, they’re taking their own lives at six times the suicide rate in the general population. Now, after an enforced break because of Covid restrictions, the Tradies Breakfast in in remembrance of Perry Meredith is back this Saturday, with all proceeds going to LIVIN. Perry’s dad Mark said the fundraiser commenced in 2017, not long after losing Perry (Pez) in November 2016. Mr Meredith said the idea and heartfelt inspiration to kick off the fundraiser in the memory of Perry was Ingenia Gardens’ manager Pippa Downey, “who is a legend in the Meredith’s world”. “This phenomenal and dedicated woman is so much part of our family and she wanted to do something positive in the name of Perry. You see Pez was Pippa and Phil’s “goto tradie” and their friendship blossomed when Perry completed renovations on the Downey residence,” he said. “Always doing the building and renos and Pez copping timely and worldly advice from Pip over smoko! Pippa, Phil and Lockie adored Pez like all of us and he was always on hand to do a job, albeit giving a bit of cheek at the same time.” Mark and Liz Meredith discussed the fundraiser with Pippa after attending a seminar presented by Sam Webb, who co-founded the LIVIN organisation, an event organised at Apex Oval and organised through Group 11 because the local league community, many of whom are tradies, was devastated at Perry’s death. “I was so impressed with Sam’s stories that when I was introduced

to him, I told him our story of Perry and we connected immediately, so through Pippa and Ingenia Gardens we initiated the Tradies Breakfast in memory of Perry. “Sam Webb attended himself and promoted LIVIN and where this tremendous organisation can assist people – be encouraged to talk and listen and be proactive in discussing and recognising mental health. “It aint too weak to speak!” This motto is extremely important particularly in young people. “Focusing on young tradies and sports people, encouraging them to talk about their problems and not to bottle it up inside.” Mr Meredith told Dubbo Photo News it’s just so important to promote, discuss and raise awareness whenever we can and he believes these days we have so many wonderful organisations to assist all of us with mental health issues, suicide awareness, depression and anxiety and social issues. While he says these issues can be vast and complex and others not so traumatic in perspective, we cannot judge, as problems or stress related issues to individuals are gauged and experienced differently. “It’s about being conscious that something may not be ok – that simple opening of conversation is what a friend may just be waiting for and we need to actively listen and support our mates, our family, our loved ones,” he said. “With today’s social pressures and influences, its everyone’s responsibility to support your mates – yes, we all have our own issues but just sometimes, our own issues are insignificant in comparison to others that may be close to you. “It may be financial difficulties, alcohol and/or drug abuse, relationship breakdowns and simply the need to succeed. To be good at our trade, the best sports person,

the best provider, best partner. It’s a competitive world and to have resilience to all that young people may encounter can be extremely problematic at times.” Sam Webb now resides in Los Angelos (USA) where he promotes LIVIN abroad and world-wide and he remains in close contact with the Merediths including Perry’s uncle, Guy, who’s an ambassador with the organisation and presents to schools and clubs promoting LIVIN. Mark says Guy often has school students approach him after a seminar and telling him “Thank you for today! You saved me today. “Our family, and others like us, will never make sense out of suicide, never – and I’m a cop! So what I’m saying we will never get the answers we are looking for about why Perry left us all. I just know, if I can help someone, some other family from not having to live our “new normal” life, then I’ve achieved a win.” The family is calling on everyone who can make it to the tradies brekky to please attend. “Spread the word and come and have a yarn, start a conversation and see how your mates are all going,” Mr Meredith said. “It’s a great morning and Pippa and Ingenia residents put on a great display of their crafts, raffles and prizes to be won. You can purchase items and also donate to a worthy cause.” The breakfast will be held this Saturday, March 26 at Ingenia Gardens (490 Wheelers Lane) from 7-11am. You can contact Pip on 6881 6333 for more information. z If you, or someone you know needs a hand or someone to talk to, help is available - call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or contact the NSW Mental Health Line on 1800 011 511.

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Precious resources: Our people are gold TOMINGLEY Gold Operations’ first gold bar was poured in February 2014, just a month after the commissioning of the project, which is owned and operated by Alkane Resources.

Since then, the mine has continued to produce between 5080,000 ounces of the prized metal every year. But while the product from the mine is indeed a precious commodity, it’s the people who help make it all happen that TGO considers its most valuable resource. Many of the TGO team members have been with the operation since its inception, racking up eight years of dedicated service across a diverse range of facets of the operation. Among them is Sally Bourchier, who is more local than most, having walked out her front gate and through the doors of TGO when it moved in next door. Sally lives on a family farm adjoining the mine, but the short (1.5km) commute is just one of the things she enjoys about her job as the operation’s accounts payable and payroll officer. Having started out with TGO as the administration supervisor eight years ago, Sally grew to know most aspects of the operation as she transitioned through that role to her current position and has never looked back. “They’re a really supportive company to work for. It’s a relaxed atmosphere but everyone’s very professional, and there’s no bureaucratic nonsense or hoops to jump through. “If something needs doing, it’s done,” Sally says. As a farming neighbour and a mine employee, she’s in a unique position to see how the two enterprises can harmoniously exist and that’s made her eight years with TGO a comfortable fit. “I love the job and the people. We’re always busy, we have a lot of local people and we try to employ from within the surrounding region – that helps to give a lot back to the community. “After eight years in any other job, most people would be looking for new challenges but I’m happy here because every day brings

Sally Bourchier and Kym Mosey have both been with Tomingley Gold Operations from day one. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/STEVE COWLEY

something new. “It’s just a great place to work.” LIKE Sally, Kym Mosey has been with TGO since its inception, and has had a couple of titles during his eight-year tenure with the company, but it’s “mining superintendent” that’s currently on his business card. Based in Broken Hill, Kym initially worked in a FIFO (Fly In–Fly Out) capacity at the establishment of the company when it was in its infancy as a subsidiary of Alkane

“We’ve created a level network culture, where everyone treats everyone else as an equal – that’s very rare in this industry.” – Kym Mosey, TGO Mining Superintendent

Resources, but moved to Dubbo for five years during the peak of the open-cut project. In 2018, as the open cut division was winding down, he moved back to the Silver City and resumed the FIFO arrangement that suits his busy work and family life balance to a tee. Kym’s background is in agriculture – he’s a wool-classer by trade – and while that might seem like an unusual precursor to the mining industry, it was a fascination with “shot firing” that led him to the sector. “I progressed into mining from the blasting industry, then went off and re-educated myself in mine engineering – I’ve been in mining now for 25 years.” Tomingley isn’t the first mine Kym has worked with, having largely followed a trail of gold through his career in the industry, but it’s safe to say it’s his favourite.

“It’s so family friendly. The life of a FIFO in the mining industry can be tough on families, particularly in remote areas, so that aspect was very attractive. “I was also keen to be involved with the establishment of a mine, and to see it through to becoming a fully operational mine, which is what I’ve done with TGO,” Kym says.

He’d also eventually like to see the other end of the operation, and be involved with seeing a mine through to the end of its life, and that may well be with TGO. “But for now, we’re booming away and I’m still here.” The harmonious culture of TGO is something of which Kym is justifiably proud, having been part of establishing that ethos along with the mine itself. “We’re a brand-new company, so we were able to build that culture. We’re a transformational business, and we’ve created a level network culture, where everyone treats everyone else as an equal – that’s very rare in this industry.” Unlike other mining operations, TGO doesn’t have a “hierarchical system that pigeon-holes people” according to Kym. “We all get along like a big family – that’s very attractive. It makes working life very enjoyable and it’s one of the reasons I’m still there.” To those who may be considering a career change – or start – Kym says mining is an industry that offers great diversity and can be hugely satisfying. “My advice is to have a go. We’ve had a lot of people come here with no experience whatsoever – in fact, 50 per cent of my original workforce here were from non-mining backgrounds. “We trained them, and we continue to train people from the ground up. From that, we get people who are dedicated to the systems we have in place. “There’s always jobs in the mining industry – there’s plenty of work here, and plenty of opportunity,” Kym says. “If you have a passion to succeed, get in touch with TGO and apply. You won’t regret it.” 

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Dubbo families and elderly suffering homelessness By STEPH ALLEN Central West medical students William Anderson, Emily Turnbull and Shray Sinha are among the ﬁrst cohort to study the University of Sydney’s new Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. PHOTO: UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

Young doctors join Dubbo’s ﬁrst Medicine program cohort Dubbo-born students amongst latest recruits By STEPH ALLEN TWENTY-FOUR future doctors have begun their educational journey through the University of Sydney’s new Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. The students are all from rural Australia, including some from the Central West region, and are the first cohort of students to study the fouryear MD program in Dubbo. The program will provide them not only with real-life experience of living and studying in a regional location, but also the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in rural and remote medical practice while accessing the latest in medical education technology including 3D modelling and virtual and augmented reality. Head of School and Dean of Sydney Medical School, Professor Cheryl Jones, said the University was thrilled to see the high demand for the new program. “We are really encouraged by the interest and are very pleased to welcome our first full cohort of 24 students,” she said. “The Dubbo Stream students will be a valuable addition to our strong commitment to training rurally committed doctors and other health professionals. “We know from our previous third and fourth-year placements that many students who study out west

develop a love of rural medicine and end up staying – I look forward to seeing the impact this four-year program has on rural healthcare in the region.” Among the students are Dubbo locals William Anderson and Shray Sinha who were both born and raised in Dubbo and Emily Turnbull who grew up on a farm near Quambone. “I’m looking forward to being able to stay in Dubbo while I complete my medical degree,” Mr Anderson said. “This is my hometown, I have family, mates, work and my footy club here, and it’s great to have the support of all those people while I study.” Ms Sinha said she has worked with cardiologists during her placement as an undergrad in biomedical engineering. “(I have) always felt they had the resources to help people directly. I knew from there I had to do medicine,” she said. “I wish to see more doctors working in country areas, and so studying medicine in my hometown will be an exciting journey.” The Dubbo stream has been developed under the Murray-Darling Medical Schools Network (MDMSN). As part of the new program, the School of Rural Health in Dubbo is undergoing a $7 million expansion involving new buildings and state-of-the-art facilities.

IT’S no secret that it’s never been harder to secure a rental property in Dubbo. Unfortunately, the strain on the real estate market has resulted in an increase in people desperate for accommodation, with many approaching homeless specialist facility, Orana Support Services, for assistance. “The current rental market has made a huge impact on homelessness in Dubbo,” chief executive officer Tina Reynolds said. “The average rent in Dubbo is not affordable. We need to see more affordable and community housing in Dubbo. “Homelessness does not discriminate. We are seeing people from all walks of life attending our office for assistance.” Ms Reynolds said while Orana Support Services has seen more locals needing assistance, there has not been enough staff to attend to all clients and a waiting list has been put in place. “Over the last two years we have seen a great need to increase our services. We assist with food, clothing, financial assistance through NILS loans and personal/cleaning items,” she said. “Referrals to other organisations that can also assist clients such as counselling and community mental health has increased.” With more and more people looking for homes, the service is now seeing an increase in families and elderly people – especially elderly women – seeking help. “Homelessness does not discriminate, there are many reasons why one may find themselves homeless, everyone has

Families and elderly women have been impacted by lack of affordable housing in Dubbo. PHOTO: MART PRODUCTION

their own reasons why,” Ms Reynolds said. Orana Support Services provides clients with a wide range of services including help with housing applications, gathering information to assist the clients, appointment making, and supporting clients until they secure a “safe, secure property”. Orana Support Services also operates a women’s refuge, a men’s refuge, and an OP Shop. “We are expanding our accommodation options within the next couple of months,” Ms Reynolds said. “We provide food, clothes, linen, personal items, and cleaning products.

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“Staff make referrals to doctors, specialists, drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres on behalf of clients, we assist in helping clients gain employment, their driver’s licence, etc. “We do whatever is needed to assist our clients to firstly secure accommodation, then to sustain their property.” Ms Reynolds said while the service could always do with more funding, the provision of more affordable and community housing should be the focus of the government. “Everyone deserves a safe place to sleep,” she said. “In saying that, we do have a small percentage of people (who), no matter how much we try to assist, choose to be homeless and we must respect their decision. “We need to look out and protect people in our community who choose to be homeless. “There are many reasons why, we are not here to judge but to assist.”

Covid isolation hitting aged care staff hard By STEPH ALLEN ACROSS the country, aged care homes are struggling to keep up with the demanding times of Covid-19 due to one critical factor – finding staff. A nationwide shortage has left many aged care homes scrambling for help, however one aged care home in the Central West has managed to survive what has been a trying two years. Orana Gardens CEO Clint Grose said, as a community-based organisation, Dubbo’s Orana Gardens had not suffered a shortage of staff, but instead had dealt with

unplanned leave due to isolation requirements. “In rural areas, (there have been) difficulties in recruiting additional staff,” Mr Grose said. “Staff are working across multiple sites to make an income.” According to Mr Grose, the challenges aged care homes are facing include the retention of skilled workers. “Disability and Aged Care sectors offer a large pay variance. Many staff are working in the disability sector due to higher pay.” He said the mandated Infection, Prevention and Control requirements have

been a positive for the sector. “These have been implemented to ensure all providers are practising the most evidence-based approach to the Covid response. “This has facilitated a safer environment for the residents, however (the requirements) have been very challenging and, as such, residents have been isolated from family and loved ones when symptomatic or if exposed to a close contact,” Mr Grose explained. While at work, staff have been required to wear PPE to reduce exposure, which can be “challenging in some circumstances”, he added.

Orana Gardens management says that enforcing Covid regulations created staffing challenges, and also meant some residents have been forced to stay away from loved ones when symptomatic. PHOTO: ORANA GARDENS

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Aussies drowned sorrows during Covid isolation By STEPH ALLEN AS Australians retreated indoors and endured the dreaded Covid lockdowns over the past two years, many turned to creature comforts to get them through the isolation. Top of the list for many was alcohol, whether that was an extra glass of wine over dinner or a weekend splurge, the increase in alcohol consumption was undeniable. Regional NSW-based clinical psychologist, Dr Belinda Harris, said Covid and lockdowns have increased people’s social isolation, distress and anxiety. “Each person has different ways of coping with the additional stress and uncertainty – and alcohol use is certainly one of the coping strategies that has increased through the pandemic,” Dr Harris said. “One of our best ways to cope with distress is to lean in to the people around us and get support from friends or family. However, lockdowns increase social isolation and limit our ability to get support from others. “Many of us will turn to our next best default stratehis gy for coping. For some this ers will be alcohol use. For others it may be something like oniet line shopping, changes in diet (eating excessive amounts of food or high calorific food, or severely restricting food intake), or exercise. sk “Social isolation is a risk factor for increased use of unhelpful coping strategies – inful cluding drinking unhelpful amounts of alcohol.” icDr Harris cited an addicurs tion and addictive behaviours hat researcher who stated that “the opposite of addiction is connection”. co“The opposite of using alcohol to cope will be leaning in ekto those around us and seek-

Dr Belinda Harris, pictured below, says many Australians are turning to alcohol during times of stress, which has escalated rapidly during Covid. PHOTO: HEALTH IN MIND ORANGE

ing out connection with others,” she said. While harmless for some, excessive alcohol use can have potentially damaging side effects including financial strain and health problems. “The impacts will vary based on the person and how much they are drinking. For some, it will be a temporary and mild increase in n alcohol intake – that soon rectifies when the stress is alleviated,” Dr

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DESPITE a backlash towards the digital health care service “telehealth” after the 2020 death of a Gulgong woman, a new Enhanced Telehealth Capabilities project has been launched, focused on enhancing telehealth delivery and user experience. A review was undertaken into Telehealth, and Western NSW Local Health District issued an apology, after Dawn Trevitt died from a gastrointestinal rupture after being taken to the Gulgong Multi-Purpose Service where there was no doctor present. Ms Trevitt had been receiving treatment from nurses and a doctor through telehealth. The tragedy resulted in calls for the reinstatement of face-to-face doctor services. A new Digital Health CRC project commenced earlier this year, aimed at providing better delivery of telehealth services for palliative care and mental health services. The $2 million project is set to improve patient, clinician and caregiver experiences, and is being led by Monash University in conjunction with the University of Melbourne, the Victoria Department of Health and Healthdirect Australia. The project will deliver user-centred and research-based software solutions to enhance telehealth services including immediate transcription, smoother integration of personal diagnostic data from medical devices, and improved accessibility for the elderly as well as Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Use of telehealth services has increased dramatically since March 2020 – the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and social distancing and isolation measures – with over 16 million Australians using the service. Project Lead, Associate Professor Rashina Hoda from Monash University’s Faculty of IT, said it was essential that telehealth experiences were robust, especially in regional and rural communities. “We will be working closely with patients, caregivers and doctors to understand their needs and create software solutions like providing language translations, explanations for medical terminologies in real-time during medical appointments, better integration of portable medical devices, and generating consultation summaries to support patients and doctors etc,” Assoc Prof Hoda said. “We are looking to augment current web-based video telehealth services with further enriched clinical capabilities support that will create more streamlined and reliable systems, while maintaining the privacy of all the users involved.” Researchers from the Faculty of IT will work with mental health and palliative care researchers to better understand the needs and sensitivities of the sector.

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This is one of the houses of concern. While it’s now been cleaned up – the department may have seen our photographer taking an interest in the untidiness of the property – there are many public houses around town that are messy and under-utilised during the biggest housing crisis the city has ever seen. PHOTO:

In with the old, out with the new Comment by PETER DUGGAN

AS a proud resident of South Dubbo my hackles often rise when I see the words “knocking them down” and “old houses” in the same sentence (“Housing Supply Problem Needs Solution”, Dubbo Photo News, March 10-16). This was part of the eager call to rezone South Dubbo for medium density housing as a solution for Dubbo’s housing supply crisis. It is to be lamented that such an approach still occurs in this day and age when an appreciation of a town’s older homes and areas is already so well enmeshed in the community’s psyche. It is the charm and character of these places that so many of us seek, so why do some find it so easy to look on older homes as an impediment to progress and therefore be done away with? Defenders and admirers of heritage need not be perceived as old cranks resistant to change. The problem arises when places are needlessly and irreversibly changed. Instead, I will put it to you that we can have our cake and eat it too, it just takes consideration and thought. I can’t see how the supposed housing supply crisis can’t be met in the new estates rapidly going up around the edge of the city. Not wanting to be too critical of the houses in these areas but there is much scope for denser and more varied housing in these estates. The dead space between these houses can easily be removed by constructing attached and semi-detached dwellings with a party wall between, potentially saving thousands on the build and creating denser housing in the process. These estates also leave much to be desired in the way of communal amenities and a sense of connection for their residents. A fine-grained built environment full of interest could be created with narrower “shared-zone” streets, varied building setbacks, community gardens, playgrounds, pocket parks, corner shops and more. New estates can be a rich mix of housing and building types, including detached single-family homes, co-housing, social housing, residential flats, semi-detached housing, shop top housing, retail strips and so on.

I give you forewarning that replacing the older housing stock with villa units will quickly turn our streets into a tunnel of driveways and high brick walls. I speak from experience, having been driven away from my once beloved Central Coast which is now swamped with banal developments and gridlocked streets. For fear of a bad idea spreading fast, I call on Council to protect the older areas of Dubbo. Did you know that South Dubbo has been recommended to become a heritage conservation area in each of the three heritage study reviews of Dubbo over the past 30 years? Though in development-minded councils such recommendations have obviously fallen on deaf ears. Being designated a heritage item or within a heritage conservation area does not mean one must live in a museum. Change is allowed to occur in these places but it instead needs to be appropriate and sympathetic to the existing streetscape. Recommendations are made in the heritage reviews as to how development is best progressed in these areas, which may involve replacing those dwellings that do not contribute to the streetscape, and by retaining the contributory older homes and constructing a dual occupancy or granny flat in the large rear yard of these properties (while hopefully retaining as much tree cover as possible). But why should our older areas even have to feel the brunt of this development? Luckily the majority of old and new residents have appreciated and kept intact their older homes over the years with, at most, sympathetic additions carried out to the rear. We can only hope the call for medium density housing in these established areas is not taken up. By all means address the housing supply problem, but please don’t accomplish these goals by taking away the joy of others. Our older houses and areas have provided much over the years and will continue to do so with a bit of the consideration and the respect that they deserve. z Peter Duggan is a heritage architect who has been resident in South Dubbo for the past seven years and hopefully for many more to come. He currently serves as heritage advisor to Warrumbungle and Gilgandra Shire Councils.

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House this for a disgrace The Editor, I’m writing this letter in total dismay and disbelief at the way blocks of land and houses on Myall Street, between Armstrong Crescent and Braun Avenue, have not been maintained by the relevant authorities. The corner blocks have weeds growing up to two metres high, the footpaths are almost inaccessible, while four unoccupied houses have not seen a lawnmower for what seems like many months. These unoccupied houses, with a relatively modest cost, could be once again made liveable. It breaks my heart to see any house in disrepair as I spent my whole working life helping to build those very same houses, plus many others. To those people who do the unspeakable and torch houses, apart from being criminals, don’t stop and think of how much physical work, pride and money goes into building a house before they do such a hideous thing – what is really gained by doing that? Nothing. The various governments and councils bang on about there being a chronic housing shortage – desperate families unable to find accommodation, people couch-surfing or living on the streets – yet they can’t find money to renovate these “boarded-up” houses. They just leave them empty and prone to vandalism. Prospective tenants could be screened with one condition of entry being to keep these houses and yards in good and respecta-

ble condition. I urge the Department of Housing to put pressure on the Premier and relevant ministers to release more funds to fasttrack the upgrade of these unoccupied houses as it would be more cost effective than knocking them down and building new ones. It would also lift the morale of people and families already living in these areas. I think extra housing funds are more important and more urgent than shiny new football stadiums. As a lifelong, concerned resident of Dubbo it pains me to see an area of Dubbo so neglected and forgotten. It’s not a good look for the city as a whole. John Hatton, Dubbo

Waste not the way we do it The Editor, I have watched the ad on the TV showing people with disabilities sorting raw garbage. As I would like to be a cooperative citizen in a less than perfect system (all milk cartons have a metal lining, most ‘brown paper’ can be plastic), could I suggest the following – an appropriate, distinctlycoloured plastic bag be obtained and used by the public of Dubbo for the following items: Baby nappies, adult nappies, wound dressings, vomit, menstruation support items, wipes and any other human body fluids. These distinctive red and white bags could be separated and transported to a fit-forpurpose incinerator.

This would make the job of the first handlers who are disabled much safer and definitely more pleasant, and the concept could be marketed to other councils. Heather Belle Rankin, Dubbo

No speeding = no fines = simple The Editor, Don’t go over the speed limit and you won’t get a fine. It’s as simple as that. If everyone did this the government wouldn’t make millions of dollars a year in fines. If you speed you deserve to be fined, even if it’s five kilometres per hour over the limit. That’s what the limits are for. I’m all for camera cars and having the sign on the roof – it’s too late if you’re speeding and you see the sign at the last minute because your photo has already been taken. I’ve had plenty of speeding fines and had to do a driver education program which shows you real people in accidents before they’re pulled out of the vehicles – it was enough to make me do the right thing when driving on the roads. That’s why I’m for camera cars if you stick to the limit no fines – simple. To all these people that complain if they suddenly get their licence suspended and get fines they can’t afford to pay – my advice is to do the right thing when you get in a car and you’ll have no worries. Shaun Roff, Dubbo

Labor’s South Australian victory: omen or one off? Tijana Birdjan ❚ OPINION SATURDAY’S South Australian state election has added Labor Party’s Peter Malinauskas to the political list – making South Australia the sixth state or territory to have a Labor led government. However, there is no guarantee the Labor Party will prevail in the upcoming federal election. After the waves of tragedy South Australians have survived in the past four years, the turnover to a Labor led government was unsurprisingly conventional. Adelaide’s inner suburbs demon-

strate that they were waving red ribbons instead of their traditional blue – which ultimately resulted in a majority win. The newly elected premier has connected South Australian suburbs through compassionate campaigning embarked on by working class residents. The Marshall minority government held 12 seats in the 47seat chamber, while Malinauskas’ Labor Party reserved 26 seats, with five independents on the cross-bench. Struggling to survive a two-year pandemic with the downfall of South Australia’s health system – Steven Marshall’s campaign lacked strategies into overcoming future crises. The Liberal campaign reflected

on their previous economic record and job growth with strategies of how South Australia will generate jobs and employment for the future. By contrast, Labor’s campaign focused on health and significant infrastructure planning. The lack of paramedics and aligned health professionals was a prominent issue in South Australia and reached significant awareness during the waves of COV-

ID-19 as there was a reduction in public funding to assist front-line workers. Labor has made a significant and promising campaign, particularly in health, while the Liberal campaign focused on reactive responses and unclear economic resolutions. The ambulance union announced that three people had died last week due to the lack of ambulance response times, an issue on which Labor held a strong campaign. Mr Malinauskas’ plan to fix the ` health crisis includes injecting 300 The Liberal campaign hospital beds and an increase in focused on reactive doctors, nurses and paramedics. The newly elected party ran its responses and unclear economic resolutions... a campaign on the issue of health and ambulance ramping, while the

Liberal party focused on the economy and the impacts of COVID-19. Ramping and ambulance response times are an old South Australian issue but have progressively worsened over the complexity of the South Australian health system. Following the loss of the election, Mr Marshall said he will resign as the party’s leader when a new member is elected as an opposition leader. With Labor’s campaigning strategy holding more significance and impact than Liberal’s, it leads to a further question of whether the new state government implements those strategies into their fouryear term or if they were empty promises to guarantee their political positioning.

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THE THUMBS Up to Jacob at & Thumbs Up and a thanks to Spotlight & Thumbs Penny the post lady who assistfor carrying a big frame ed two elderly ladies after one had a fall between Delroy shopping centre and Horizons.

Thumbs Up to all at Western Wardrobes for their professional, thoughtful and caring way that they constructed my beautiful new kitchen. We couldn’t be happier. Thank-you so much.

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to the car for me.

Thumbs Up for the AED (deﬁbrillator) signage within the main area of Dubbo – great job!

Thumbs Up to St Brigid’s Men’s Choir. Dedicated and professional. Thanks for enhancing our celebration of Mass.

' Thumbs Down to the NRL. Thumbs Up to Nicole Lyons & Parramatta winger Sean Russell (Electrical) for her prompt and professional electrical work. She is always pleasant and does such a good job. Thank you.

Thumbs Up and sincere thanks to Noelle King for providing a means for my daughters and I to send much needed items to the ﬂood victims of Lismore. Despite having three very young children she and her family managed to organise so much help. Two of her relatives lost their homes in Lismore.

' Thumbs Down to domestic cats in Australia. There are 4.9 million of them and they outnumber feral cats by 30 per cent – they are the No 1 feral pest in Australia killing a hugely signiﬁcant 241 million native animals each year. To all those cat owners (urban and rural): neuter your cats at an early age, contain them in houses or cat enclosures so they cannot roam freely across parks, native reserves and farms and control feral cats. Too many cats roam freely across Dubbo and surrounds.

& Thumbs Up to Caroline and the staff at South Dubbo Tavern for their excellent service for the Ladies Probus meeting and lunch last Tuesday.

Thumbs Up to Kyle at Harvey Norman photo lab for being so helpful and patient last Wednesday while helping me with my photos. Outstanding customer service, thank you Kyle.

Thumbs Down to Council if they allow football ovals to be built on the beautiful ﬂoodplain at Regand Park. Please don’t hand over this important public asset to a single sporting group, no matter how much clout they’ve got. I’ve been told it’s a done deal. (Ed’s note: This decision has not yet been made by council – the community can email the mayor and councillors to have their say).

was injured by a Billy Slater-style knees-ﬁrst “tackle” by the Titans’ Jayden Campbell who was trying to prevent Russell from scoring a try. It’s an unwanted defensive move that can cause serious injury. Russell scored a hat-trick of tries in the ﬁrst half and suffered fractured ribs and a punctured lung and it’s unknown if he’ll be back this season. Campbell wasn’t even penalised.

Thumbs Down to the suggestion to rezone South Dubbo for medium density housing. That’s a quick way to ruin our built environment and attractive streetscape.

Thumbs Up to the team there at Dubbo Photo News. Your support of our Strong Like a Girl Women’s Week activities helped to make the week a big success.

Thumbs Up to the staff at Greater Bank Dubbo for assisting my autistic son to open his ﬁrst bank account. Their patience, care and understanding made our experience effortless and delightful. And to add – the Welcome Pack he received has not left his side for days. A very happy mum, thank you Dubbo Greater Bank.

Thumbs Up to Sean at Woolworths Orana Mall Direct to Boot Service – excellent customer service always delivered with a smile!

Thumbs Up to the two Davids working as maintenance and lawn mowing at the Masonic Village in Capstan Drive. I had a fall in the gardens and they came over to help me and call an ambulance for me. Also to Wendy, she gave her number to the paramedics for them to call so she could pick me up and take me back home. Thank you so much for your help.

Left: A new community hub has been forged from this former “eyesore” in Stuart Town, thanks to some serious elbow grease and commitment from the Stuart Town Action Group. Above: Dubbo Region Deputy Mayor Richard Ivey made time to have a chat with some members of the Stuart Town Action Group. PHOTO: SUPPLIED PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

WHEN life gives you lemons, how do you make lemonade? Answer (according to the Stuart Town Action Group): You lease a dilapidated property in the main street of Stuart Town, fumigate it, remove rubbish, carpets etc, clean it, clean it and clean it again, scrub it, scrape it, commence refurbishing and painting and some months and dollars later...be proud of what has been achieved!

That’s the story at 40 Molong Street which has undergone a considerable makeover as a Community Centre and Headquarters for Stuart Town Action Group Inc, Ironbark Creative Centre Inc, the Boehmes Hall group, artists' display and the much appreciated food bank which has been invaluable, particularly during Covid, and now services Euchareena, Mumbil as well as Stuart Town.

All this has been achieved by many volunteers who have helped in all the hard work to date and other supporters who have made it possible. While the “eyesore” appearance is yet to be removed from the main street, what has been created is a place of warmth, fun and laughter and look forward to when this old, well remembered former shop in the middle of the village can again be admired again.

Country women gather in Gil THE CWA Macquarie Group held its first meeting in Gilgandra on March 5, with President Robin Godwin opening the proceedings and holding a minute’s silence for those needing prayers. With the CWA of NSW approaching its 100 year anniversary, there was much discussion on how the Macquarie group will celebrate the milestone, and it was decided a function would be organised to mark the occasion. The centenary of the Dubbo Branch was also acknowledged, and congratulations noted. The meeting also noted news of the annual conference to be held in Sydney in May, and made the commit-

ment to donate to the flood disaster appeal. The Social Issues Committee is still following the topics of homelessness, domestic violence and aged care. For the Sydney Royal Easter Show next month, branch members will contribute a range of cooking and crafts for the CWA tea rooms. Expressions of interest were sought for members to participate in the Women Walk the World activity next month to be held at Dubbo’s Shoyoen Japanese Gardens. Winners of various cookery and handicraft contributions were acknowledged, an afternoon tea was held and the day ended with all members having had a most enjoyable time.

Judge Janet Young from Bathurst CWA Evening Branch with Marjorie Blatch, Macquarie Group handicraft officer with the winning quilt made by Amanda Colwell of the Coonamble Evening Branch. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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WISDOM scape is so significant the Western Plains Cultural Centre are hosting a walking tour of key sites on March 26. Born in 1932 in Gilgandra, the second eldest of nine, Kevin shares his birth year with the opening of one of the country’s most iconic structures; the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sharing life milestones with other historic events, seems to be a bit of a theme. “I got married in 1955, the year Dubbo flooded, and we got married on Anzac Day. It was a little strange because we had the Anzac Mass at the old St Brigid’s in the morning, then went and got ready for the wedding in the afternoon. The reception was at the CWA Rooms,” Kevin recalled. Thanks to those historic floods its actually very lucky Kevin made it to the alter at all! “I got electrocuted. A few of us boys were going out in the waters there in Darling Street and we were helping people put up their furniture above the water line. We stopped at this one house, and they had a piano up on milk crates, but they wanted to put it up higher onto 44-gallon drums, so they asked us to lift it up. “It had an iron back on the piano and as we were lifting it up, it hit the power point and electrocuted the back of the piano. We were standing in water, and it threw me across the room. “They tell me about a girl from across the road who came and gave me mouth to

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Kevin Peisley – Building a life in Dubbo mouth apparently and put me in a boat and took me up to the hospital. I’m lucky I’ve got a strong ticker,” he laughed. He was ﬁt, being a keen basketballer and rugby league player for CYMS.

“We used to have a Saturday afternoon rugby competition amongst local teams. The Aboriginals had a Waratahs team. The Army that was out at the Zoo had a team, the Railway had a team, Macquarie, CYMS. “I played with CYMS. They used to pick a representative side out of the Saturday competition to play on the Sunday, for the Dubbo reserves and Dubbo ﬁrsts. We played other towns. We had big crowds at least we thought so, at No.1 Oval.” For basketball, the courts at that time were in the Showground pavilions. “That’s where they had big

courts up there. When I was at De La Salle, we had four priests played on the team including Father Creed and Father Quigley.” De La Salle College is the precursor to St John’s College, but in Kevin’s day it was not co-ed. “We used to look forward to Fridays. They used to have benediction down at the Church and they’d march us boys down to Benediction where the girls were,” he said with a smile. It would be one girl however who caught Kevin’s eye, the late Brigid Carroll who Kevin lovingly refers to as “Bride”. “CYMS had the Catholic Youth Organisation, that’s where I met Bride. CYMS had an ex-Army hut they’d brought in from the army camp where the Zoo is today, and they put it in the De La Salle College school yard in Fitzroy Street, and that’s where CYMS had their meetings and get-togethers.” Raising a young family of ﬁve, Kevin gave away football and he and Brigid played tennis together at Muller Park in North Dubbo and table tennis in the Anglican Hall church. “I remember Betty Ying Sing was a great table tennis player,” he recalls. Kevin’s life is a compendium of Dubbo’s social history including the newspaper he holds in his hand, a Photo News dated Wednesday, September 1961. Associated with the wellknown Kirkness family it’s

Kevin Peisley holds a 1961 Photo News showing a frontpage family photo taken to commemorate the christening of his new baby Gregory. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

probable the photo was shot by Colin Kirkness. “Colin’s father was the projectionist at the Roxy Theatre I think,” Kevin said, recalling a time when Dubbo phone numbers were just four digits long, T-bone steaks were 50 cents a pound and there were two cinemas, the Roxy and the Century. Kevin remembers a café next to the Roxy serving chocolate coated ice-cream. “The owner Tony used to do them himself dipping the cones and the chocolate would freeze. There’d a big line up waiting for those ice creams.

They were beautiful.” Kevin doesn’t have much time for the modern world, skipping past headlines these days, and on reﬂection, he’s lived through the good old days. “Yeah, they call it that.” Celebrating his 90th birthday next month with extended family travelling from far and wide, he’s not bothered by the number and is looking forward to it, but one thing you’ll never catch him doing is taking up bowls. “I’ll never be old enough for bowls. That’s an old man’s game.”

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seniors festival 2022 It’s time to reconnect! Welcome to the 2022 Dubbo Photo News Seniors Feature celebrating the NSW Seniors Festival.

he festival’s theme this year is “Reconnect” so it’s the perfect opportunity to put you in touch with local businesses and services in the city which cater to older people. Inside, you’ll find 14 pages of contacts, case studies, photos, information and more, about options available, especially if living an active and healthy life is your goal. Check out the NSW Government initiative, Stepping On by Active and Healthy, a 7-week online program to build strength as a fall prevention strategy. Open Mobility on Erskine Street is the one stop shop for everything you need to enable you to stay active and comfortable with a variety of aids, from ride-on scooters to doorknob aids increasing grip. BreastScreen NSW supports older women to protect themselves through early detection. For Over 55s, lifestyle is king, and Dubbo is spoiled for choice now the city has established itself as a retirement hub backed

by numerous shopping and entertainment choices. Most locations include aged care residencies in close proximity as well. In alphabetical order, Catholic Healthcare’s Holy Spirit and St Mary’s Villa, Ingenia Gardens Dubbo, Oak Tree Retirement Village, Orana Gardens Estate Ltd, Kintyre Living, and UPA Dubbo all offer quality village or residential care, each with unique lifestyle opportunities. The next 14 pages affirm that retiring in Dubbo puts you in good stead to access all the services you’ll need, and live well. Finding your way around the aged care system however can be overwhelming but help is at hand, thanks to local Seniors Rights Service Navigator, Lisa Johnston. If you’re facing legal issues local help is also just a phone call away from the Western NSW Community Legal Services. See their ad inside. Enjoy reconnecting during NSW Seniors Festival week, March 25 to April 3.

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seniors festival 2022 How do you receive Meals on Wheels?

Dubbo Meals on Wheels service manager Peter English

Meals on Wheels Dubbo have been delivering nutritious hot and frozen meals to local seniors in Dubbo for more than 58 years, and to those in Narromine and Trangie for the past six years.

week,” Peter added.

“For our clients, Meals on Wheels is more than just a meal, as we also provide transport and social support, so our clients can maintain social connectedness and independence while living at home longer. We can support clients to do their shopping or attend appointments, such as doctors, hairdressers, podiatrists,” Dubbo Meals on Wheels service manager Peter English said.

Meals on Wheels is available to frail, aged people and their carers.

“The Covid pandemic has enabled us to also collaborate with West Dubbo IGA for a grocery delivery service, where clients can order their groceries to our staff, and have them delivered by our friendly volunteers or staff each

“We also work with our local hot meal and frozen meal providers to ensure availability of a range of menu options for clients.”

We are thankful for our wonderful volunteers, who take the time to assist the elderly in the communities we serve, to remain independent and in their homes, through our meal deliveries, social support and transport services. “Often, we are the only daily contact, and we are concerned about our client’s welfare. If the client is not home as expected, we contact their next of kin in case there may be a problem,” Mr English said. For more information, call 6882 4083.

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seniors festival 2022 Oak Tree Stage 3 villas are now selling Stage 3 of Oak Tree Retirement Village Dubbo, due for completion in January 2023, is now selling fast! It features several two- and threebedroom villa designs, each with private outdoor entertaining areas and single or double lock up garages with internal access. Each villa is purpose built for older Australians, with design features including step-free floors, secure private entries, plenty of storage and carefully planned bathrooms to ensure you are well set up for comfort and safety as your needs aaa

‘Stepping On’ toward better health as you age

If you are looking to get active and remain independent as you age, NSW Health’s FREE physical activity programs for older adults could be exactly what you are looking for! Stepping On is a group-based program for seniors, that combines gentle strength and balance exercises with education sessions. Morning/afternoon tea is provided throughout the 7-week program, along with free resources including pill boxes and non-slip socks. If you have a fear of falling or have experienced a fall in the

last 12 months, this program could be for you! For those who are weary of attending face-to-face programs, the Healthy and Active for Life Online (HAL Online) program may be a great option for you. This online program teaches you how to start exercising safely in your own home and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All you need is internet access, a computer or tablet and some space to exercise! See more details in our ad in this Dubbo Photo News Special Feature.

change in the years ahead. Oak Tree staff look after everything from cleaning the village centre to gardening and maintaining the village grounds, meaning you’ll have more time to spend doing the things that enrich your retirement – spending quality time with family, relaxing in your villa, or enjoying the village facilities with your likeminded neighbours. To learn more about how you can call Oak Tree Dubbo home, call 1300 367 155, or go to oaktreegroup.com.au.

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seniors festival 2022 Independence, freedom and living Open Mobility is synonymous with independence, freedom and living. Their extensive range includes supports for outdoor mobility, bedroom, bath, toilet, seating and power wheelchairs. Your local specialists at Open Mobility Dubbo – Steven, Donna and Tony – are ready to welcome you to their store and experience the huge range and high quality of products, large and small.

Open Mobility Dubbo delivery specialist Steven Hunt, salesman Tony Fiedler and showroom manager Donna Hunt. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Aged Care Navigator – Orana Far West I have lived in Dubbo my whole life. I started working with the seniors in Dubbo and surrounding areas while running the Community Visitors Scheme a few years ago and organising trips and social outings for Seniors. The satisfaction of being able to assist people and make a difference to the lives of people who have been an important part of our community, has definitely been a rewarding experience.

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I can contact the right people for your particular needs and go through options to help you find the aged care services that fit your requirements.

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If you, a family member or a friend feel you can use my assistance through the Navigator Program, please contact me – I would love to help you find your way through the Aged Care system and give you, or someone you know independence and dignity at home. See the Senior Rights Service advertisement in this feature for more details.

For example, the Power Lift Recliner Collection is a signature range endorsed by tennis great, Pat Cash. The collection offers outstanding therapeutic qualities as well as being functional and fashionable with features

such as independent headrests, leg rests, a lumbar function, hand wand with USB charging port and hidden cup holders – and they’re available in a range of colours and fabrics including leather. A wide variety of practical aids for your daily living needs is also available, and includes Grabbit/reachers, touch lamps, step stools, Homecraft tap and key turners, easy grip doorknobs and Handybars which fit securely into a car door latch to give support and assist with getting out of a car seat. Please drop in to find out more about the March sale, at 102 Erskine Street, Dubbo.

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Lifestyle opportunities abound at Kintyre Living Every day is a holiday at Kintyre Living where 55 is the new 40 and independent living opportunities are unrivalled. The resort-style location adjacent to bushland in West Dubbo is a short walk or bike ride to Taronga Western Plains Zoo and the Tracker Riley walking and cycle trail. Surrounded by beautiful, landscaped grounds, residents can enjoy leisurely strolls, spend time pottering in their own garden or a taking in a quiet read at the country club library. However, those ready for action can join in with a game on the

tennis court, table-tennis, a spot of bowls, numerous fitness classes and social clubs including the Sewcialites, take a dip in the indoor heated pool or enjoy aqua aerobics, get busy in the Men’s Shed, hear guest speakers, enjoy special events like street parties at Christmas, take bus trips, and much more. The hardest thing you’ll have to do each day of the week is decide which activity to pick and the easiest is to find new friends to do them with. Call Danielle Chapman on 6884 2500 to arrange a tour to start enjoying life the Kintyre way.

A range of lifestyle activities are available at Kintyre Living. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

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seniors festival 2022 Teach your grandkids how to home bake Sarah Jane Fine Foods makes the job of teaching your grandchildren the art of baking so easy with their extensive range of ready-to-bake mixes. Remember too, you’ll get to sit down with them afterwards and enjoy the results for a morning or afternoon tea. A popular choice is the all-time favourite scone mix. “Add some mixed spice and sultanas to make a beautiful, sweet scone or you can add bacon, herbs and cheese to make a delicious savoury scone!” suggests Sarah

Jane Fine Foods retail shop manager Belinda Pengilley. “You can also roll it out flat, spread on some Nutella, make it into a scroll and bake. Easy.” Sarah Jane Fine Foods is always introducing new lines of flours, nuts, bread mixes and more. “We’re price-competitive with supreme quality,” Belinda said. Be sure to get ready for Easter, by purchasing a Sarah Jane Fine Foods Hot Cross Bun Pack for $10 and enjoy the season with your little bunnies.

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Reconnect with your library for Seniors Festival events Reconnect with your library this month and enjoy a fantastic range of free resources and services on offer. Your Library is more than just books – it is a safe, comfortable space with activities to entertain, educate and support healthy lifestyles for all ages. All library branches are providing special events during the NSW Seniors Festival including inhouse and online talks featuring a variety of guest authors. Don’t miss the second in our 6-part series of local history talks

presented in partnership with Dundullimal Homestead. Join us for Tech Savvy Seniors – a six-week program at Coolah Library designed to help you build the skills and confidence to use computers, tablets and smartphones. Plus, all our regular free groups such as book clubs, news discussion groups, board games, craft sessions and brain training activities. To learn more about these great programs, ask your friendly library staff or visit the library website www.mrl.nsw.gov.au

Reconnect with Your Library this NSW Seniors Festival Celebrate and socialise at one of the many free activities on offer. To find an activity near you visit: mrl.nsw.gov.au/events

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seniors festival 2022 Safety and security seals the deal for seniors There has never been a better time to downsize to a low-maintenance unit in a community of like-minded people who share a strong sense of belonging and connectivity, even if it is currently at a distance. Leading owner and operator of rental retirement communities, Ingenia Gardens, offers a popular alternative for Dubbo independent seniors by providing the opportunity to live financially free, without the many up-front costs or complex locked-in contracts common in traditional retirement living options. The rental model provides seniors flexibility, with the added benefit of a secure lease, along with the lifestyle, convenience, and safety aspects of belonging to a retirement community. If safety and wellbeing, low-maintenance living, the freedom of independence and an affordable rental retirement that is socially connected with welcoming neighbours appeals to you, then contact our caring and friendly Ingenia Gardens Dubbo team to book your private tour on 02 6881 6333.

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What it’s like to call Orana Gardens home?

Margery O’Shannessy moved into Orana Gardens 10 years ago and hasn’t looked back. After her husband became a resident of the neighbouring high care facility John Whittle, it was time for Margery to downsize.

“When you’re caring for somebody at home, you don’t get out and make new friends and if older ones pass on or move on it gets a bit lonely, but it’s completely different here,” Margery said. Residents enjoy support for maintenance in their units and gardens. “My fridge went off overnight once and when I asked for help the maintenance man said it was definitely broken and before long a new one arrived on a truck,” Margery said. Socially, there are many

activities to enjoy.

“There’s lots of things you can join in. We have Knit and Natter every week, there’s Happy Hour. Lots of special morning teas for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, ANZAC Day, St Patrick’s Day. It keeps you in communication with the outside world because everyone has their own outside ventures to share,” Margery said. “You can be as involved as you want,” neighbour and resident of 20 years, Audrey O’Brien said. “There’s a pool for aerobics. We can walk to the Japanese gardens and the park and Orana Mall is there for shopping.” A regular bus service also takes residents across the road to Orana Mall for shopping and drops them back to their front door.

Orana Gardens residents Audrey O’Brien and Margery O’Shannessy. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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If you or a family member are finding some of life’s daily tasks a little more difficult to manage than usual, then it might be time to consider moving to a place where there is support and companionship on hand at all times. We work towards providing You can explore the facility and “seamless” transitions for apply online or speak to Sarah, ourAdmissions residents and throughout our Engagement each phase of their stay with Coordinator about your options. us. Our goal is to provide services for each individual to promote optimum quality of life. You can explore the facility and apply online or phone 02 6841 4100 to speak to Sarah our Admissions and Engagement Coordinator about your options.

We are a community designed for over 55’s who are active enough to live independently. With 148 retirement units in a supportive community. The Estate offers Retirement living with flexibility, choice and enough space to be For more information or to yourself doing as much or schedule an inspection, as little as you wish. please contact Estate Our location is convenient Manager Sue Trudgett to the Orana Mall, Japanese Gardens & Medical Centre. For more information or to schedule an inspection, please contact Estate Manager Sue Trudgett on: 02 6841 4155

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seniors festival 2022 Staying on top of your health is vital

One in 7 women in NSW will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. BreastScreen NSW recommends women aged 50 to 74 have a breast screen every two years. When breast cancer is found early, there is a better chance of survival. Regular screening can help detect cancers early, even before you have any symptoms or notice any changes in your breasts.

BreastScreen NSW is a free service and the appointment is only 20 minutes, from entry to exit. We are located at the Dubbo Base Hospital, Myall St, Dubbo. Our mobile screening van is located at the Cobar MPS until early April. Make your health a priority and book a breast screen today by calling 13 20 50.

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Find dignity, respect and security with UPA caring individuals who aim to provide a comfortable home like environment. The residential respite provides a breather for consumers and their carers when they need it most while the dementia specific care provides empathy to the vulnerable consumers ushering them into everyday life with the best possible care.

United Protestant Association of NSW (UPA) pride themselves with providing quality service and care for all their consumers. It is a belief that everyone has the right to live in peace with dignity, respect, security and that these needs do not diminish as people get older. To live up to this commitment, UPA Westen Region offers a range of care options to suit the varied needs of every consumer.

Home Care promotes wellness and encourages consumers live as empowered as they can. They provide supportive care and assistance to consumers living independently in their home.

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UPA Western Region’s services stem from the organisation’s commitment to uphold human dignity at all stages of life.

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seniors festival 2022 Catholic Healthcare supports happier, healthier ageing in Dubbo No matter where you are in your ageing journey, Catholic Healthcare offers support with a range of Home and Community Services including Home Club, the Respite Cottage and Health and Wellness programs, as well as Residential Aged Care. Jan’s husband, John is a client living with dementia who attends the Home Club three days a week. “The Home Club has been a lifesaver for me as a full-time carer, as I can get jobs done and have some time to rest while he’s attending,” says Jan. Jan herself attends the Health and Wellness exercise programs

on offer, participating in strength, balance, endurance and flexibility exercises. “It has helped both my body and mind – it’s a great way to alleviate stress and wind down,” she explains. At Holy Spirit Dubbo, lifestyle activities and community connections are the key to wellbeing for residents. Excursions are a highlight like a recent trip to Ballimore, where all enjoyed exploring the beautiful countryside. The home also welcomes local volunteers, including the canine variety! Indie the dog’s regular visits are a highlight for residents like Dot.

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For women by women at Creative Fusion By DONNA FALCONER

IT was a great vibe at Laura Holland-Dunkley’s Creative Fusion Gallery on Dubbo’s Macquarie Street, which came alive for the evening for the International Women’s Day (IWD) exhibition entitled For Women by Women. To celebrate IWD, some of the incredibly talented female

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artists from across our city and region showcased new works in an exhibition which is on display until April 2. Guests on the evening enjoyed mingling, canapés, sipping a drink and exploring the walls of incredible artworks, locally made jewellery, gifts and unique artisan-made products available in the gallery.

Laura Dunkley, Belinda Edmondson and Michele Koenig

Donna Falconer, Lyndal Powderly and Mel Peart

Cath Connors, Gill Pedrana, Sharon Astley, Maree Simpson and Phoebe Wilkinson

Pam Urquhart and Cynthia Leonard

Christine O’ Leary and Rae Craft

Kathryn McAlister and Catherine Beard Leanne Ferris, Steph Semmler and Roz Reynolds

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SO what are the Red Hat Ladies all about? As far as Dubbo Photo News could see when we caught up with

them at Club Dubbo recently, they’re all about good company, fun conversation and plenty of laughs. Sounds good to us, ladies!

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Three-on-the-tree and miles-per-hour By JOHN RYAN “Mum, you didn’t tell me the speedo was in milesper-hour!” That was the call Orange’s Daria Harrison received from her son after he’d been pulled over by police in the city’s main drag while driving her classic Holden 1971 HG ute. “I’d forgotten to tell him the speedo was in miles not kilometres, but the police were impressed that he could use the threeon-the-tree and they told him how to work out the calculations to convert miles to k’s. “He was just driving down the main street of Orange and he was hardly over the speed limit. The police liked to see three young guys sitting on a bench seat and having a good time.” For those too young to remember, Australia converted to the metric system in 1974 which meant, among other changes, that 60 kilometres per hour is about the same as 35 miles per hour – so if the speedo of your old Holden or Ford is indicating “60” down the main street, you’re going to be in some strife – that’s 100 in the metric system.

Daria was in Dubbo to go to one of the last screenings at the Westview Drive-In and said she drives her trusty HG all over the place. “I bought it back in the early ‘90s for $150 and I did a home ‘resto’ with my dad about four years ago. I put an HQ 202 (cubic inch) motor in it and now I drive it everywhere, all the time,” she said, “You’ll often see it on the main street in Orange, at the supermarket. “I love it – every time I go to the shops the old blokes always come up and have a yarn to me. They love the chrome tie-down rails and they love to reminisce about the old times.” The ute is pretty close to the car she first learned to drive in and every time she’s behind the wheel, she thinks back to those happy days. “When I was on my Ls and Ps we had an HT panel van and that was a bit hard to drive in at 17, being a windowless panel van, you couldn’t see out the back, you had to stay in the left lane all the time and I just love them,” she laughed. “There’s lots of girls who have old cars as well. In Orange a girl friend of mine has an HG ute and so

we were at a car meet the other day. “It’s a good way to meet people of all ages and a great social thing. You can walk up to anyone and just start yarning to them about their car. I often take this ute out to other towns and get photos in historic villages and someone will come up for a yarn, they’ll have had an old Holden ute, or their dad may have so it’s a great conversation thing.”

ABOVE: Daria Harrison was in Dubbo for one of the final screening at the city’s Drive-In - a new development means the screen will be coming down in the next few months. RIGHT: A vandal broke the Kingswood badge on Daria Harrison’s HG ute but she said she may leave it as it is, the ‘Kings poo’ logo now becoming quite the conversation starter. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

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FORMER local Heidi Carolan was back in town recently for a very special reason – to lose her luscious locks in the name of charity. Watched and assisted by friends, family, and members of the Dubbo branch of cancer support group CanAssist, Heidi’s hair hit the deck to raise funds for the work CanAssist does in helping those impacted by cancer across Dubbo and the region. Heidi told Dubbo Photo News she shed a little tear as she watched her trademark tresses fall, but it was all in a very good cause – she raised more than $4650 for the cause. Heidi Carolan with family and friends

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Main duties include: • Set up and adjust machines and equipment. • Fit and assemble parts, tools. • Dismantle faulty tools and assemblies and repair or replace defective parts. • Set up and/or operate hand and machine tools. In this role you will be responsible for general mechanical maintenance that includes mechanical repair on a day to day basis as well as ensuring downtime is minimized. In addition, you will develop and implement systems that will maximise the efficiency of and minimise cost of utilities. You will also recommend and develop initiatives that will enhance productivity, efficiency and profitability of the plant.

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Destination Collie for Rotary road trip Contributed by THE ROTARY CLUB OF DUBBO MACQUARIE

HOW good’s a road trip? Just ask the members of the Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie, who took the road less travelled out to the famed Collie Hotel recently for a social Sunday lunch and a few quiet bevvies with fun-loving publican Tom Hancock. Tom and his gorgeous little daughter have put the tiny town on the global map with their hilarious Tik Tok videos,

which started as a diversion during lockdown but quickly went viral, garnering an international audience in the process. Club members had some fun and games of their own with fundraising during the bus trip, donating the proceeds to the Collie Hotel’s chosen charity, Camp Quality. Supporting small neighbouring communities is something close to the hearts of club members, many of whom have roots firmly planted in small country towns.

Stars in stripes: Club stalwarts John Stonestreet, Steve Cowley and Peter English all got the dress code memo.

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Callie Taylor and Trish Rendell came along for the ride to Collie as guests Kerin Stonestreet (back) with Debbie and Jim McCreadie

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John Stonestreet made a presentation to publican Tom Hancock of a donation for the pub’s chosen charity, Camp Quality.

Club members Kerin Stonestreet, Marty Morris, Laura Dunkley, Lorna Breeze and Jen Cowley ham it up behind the bar with Collie Hotel and Tik-Tok sensation Tom Hancock.

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Lorna Breeze and Steve Cowley

Naomi Brown, Bob McDonald and Bill Brown were guests of the club for the day

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Pinot and Picasso to honour CarrieAnn’s memory By DONNA FALCONER TO honour what would have been Carrie-Ann Beggs’ 44th birthday on March 6, her mum Ann Beggs and daughter Emily Ford were joined by a few friends to pay tribute and share memories at Pinot and Picasso in Dubbo. They raised a toast to Carrie-Ann, who lost her four-year battle

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with melanoma in April last year, with French Champagne and released their inner Picasso by painting their individual Femme Fatale impressions. Don’t forget, you’re invited to Dubbo’s Melanoma March on the Riverbank Foreshore this Saturday, March 26. See the ad on page 22 of today’s Dubbo Photo News for more info.

Carrie Ann would have celebrated her 44th birthday on March 6

Danielle Pearce, Judy Townsend, Donna Falconer, Kaylene Green, Renae Warne and Nicci Liddle, with Ann Beggs and Emily Ford, holding a precious image of Carrie-Ann.

Danielle Pearce, Judy Townsend and Kaylene Green

Right into the swing of the brush!

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Donna Falconer and Ann Beggs

The “Femme Fatales”: (Front) Renae Warne, Donna Falconer and Kaylene Green (Back) Ann Beggs, Emily Ford, Nicci Liddle, Judy Townsend and Danielle Pearce.

Carrie-Ann’s mum Ann Beggs and daughter Emily Ford

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COMING SOON Elders Open Day/ Mini Fete: Saturday 26th March starting at 9am. Dubbo Anglican Church Hall and grounds, 158 Brisbane Street. Bush Tucker, Crafts, Mother’s Day gifts, Cakes and more. Op Shop will be open on the day. Ladies Luncheon: will meet at 12noon at the Castlereagh Hotel in Brisbane Street, Dubbo. All interested please contact Bev on 0428 845 401 before Friday April 1.

THURSDAY Croquet: 8.15am, Thursday. New players of all ages are welcome. Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane Street, North Dubbo. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946. Dubbo CWA: 9.30am to 11am FIRST Thursday of the month at Oaktree Retirement Village Peel Street, Dubbo. New members welcome Marion 6884 2957. CWA Wongarbon: 10am, FIRST Thursday of the month, at Wongarbon CWA rooms. Marjorie 6884 5558. CWA Wongarbon Handicraft: SECOND Thursday of the month. Enquiries to Chris 6884 1179. Line Dancing: 9.30am to 12 noon, at David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Road. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263. Coffee, Craft and Chat: 9.30am-12pm, at the Gospel Hall, Cnr of Boundary and Taylor Road. Contact Anne 0428 425 958. Wellington Arts and Crafts: Meets weekly from 10am-3pm at Small Hall in the Anglican Church grounds, Wellington. Variety of crafts, activities and workshops offered. Contact Lynne 6845 4454. Dubbo Anglican Church Trinity Kids Playgroup: 10am-12pm at Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street during School terms. Contact 6884 4990. Dubbo RSL Day Club: has recommenced and is held at Orana Gardens between 10am and 2pm every Thursday. South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed Bingo: 11am-12.30pm, West Dubbo Bowling Club. New players welcome. Contact Barry 0439 344 349. Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Open Mon 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445. Conversational English in Dubbo: 2pm3pm, FIRST and THIRD Thursday of the month during the school term, at Wesley Community Hall, corner of Church St and Carrington Ave. Is free. Chris 6884 0407. Outback Dragons Dubbo: 5.45pm (in summer), EVERY Thursday at Sandy

Beach amenities block. Come and try dragon boating, your ﬁrst ﬁve paddles are Free. Newcomers always welcome. Email info@ outbackdragons.com.au or call Robyn 0427462504. Above Board Gamers: 6pm, every SECOND Thursday of the month South Dubbo Men’s Shed, Palmer St. Take part in the fastest growing hobby in Australia. Alan 0432 278 235. Dubbo Bridge Club: 7pm, Bultje Street, Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Dubbo Anglican Church DNA Youth Group: 7-9pm at Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street during school terms. Macquarie Masons Dubbo: Every SECOND Thursday of the month. All visitors welcome. John O’Brien 0405 051 896. Badminton: 7.30-9.30pm, at Delroy High School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo. $5 to play ($3 for school students) $22 yearly insurance ($15 for school students). All welcome. Chris 6887 3413. Arthritis Meeting: 11am Thursday 14th April 2022 in the Bistro at the Western Star Hotel, Erskine Street, Dubbo. $2 fee towards expenses. Meeting followed with an optional Social Lunch. Enquiries: Heather 02 6887 2359, 0431 583 128.

FRIDAY Narromine Food Barn: Open EVERY Friday, 9-11am. Providing low-cost groceries and FREE fruit, vegetables and bread with any purchase to people in need. Contact Ken Rumble on 0414 477 365. CPSA (Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association): Meets on the second Friday each month at Dubbo RSL Club. 10 am starts. Come and discuss issues facing seniors in Dubbo and listen to a Guest Speaker on local topics. Dubbo Anglican Church Communion Service: 10am in the chapel in Brotherhood House, 158 Brisbane Street. CWA Narromine: 10am, FIRST Friday of the month, at the USMC. Current and new members are welcome. Contact Carolyn 0427 747 478. Tai Chi at U3A: 10am, at the Community Arts Centre, Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Wingewarra Street. Richard 6888 5656. Spinning and Weaving: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Lorraine 6887 8371. Western Plains Trefoil Guild: 10.30am, SECOND Friday of each month, at Dubbo West Guide Hall. Everyone welcome. Please conﬁrm the meeting will be on. Dorothy 6884 6646. Dubbo Parkinson’s Support Group: 10.30am, FIRST Friday of each month, David Palmer Centre, Old Lourdes. People with Parkinson’s and their carers welcome. Lorna 0416 240 626. Central West Makers Place: 12 noon6pm, at South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed, corner of Palmer and High Streets, Dubbo. Activities include

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3D printing, basic electronics, robotics, silk screening and pottery. Adam 0431 038 866. Dubbo Anglican Church Lunchtime Prayer Group: 1-2pm in Brotherhood House, 158 Brisbane Street. All Welcome. Bring your lunch. Urban Tribe: 2pm EVERY Friday with dancing, music, singing, caring and sharing. Everyone welcome and let’s do it. 0459 762 702. Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group: 2pm, THIRD Friday of the month. Anne or Jeanie 6881 3704. Community Kitchen: Will now be takeaway meals only. Pick up from the Holy Trinity Hall 6.30pm-7.30pm. Dubbo Nepalese Christian Fellowship: Every Friday, 6.30-8pm. Contact Cyrel on 0416 826 701 or Kabita 0452 406 234. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: This Dubbo AA meeting is temporarily suspended. Please contact 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org. au or phone Dee 0417 422 750.

RSL Tennis Club: 12.45pm, RSL Park Street courts for enjoyable social tennis. All welcome. 0428 825 480. Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Open Mon 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445. Dubbo Bridge Club: 1pm until approximately 4.30pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Climate Change Action Group: 2pm EVERY Saturday. Everyone is welcome. 0459 762 702. Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club: Seniors (15+) 4pm, FIRST and THIRD Saturday of the month, at the old Scouts Building, 189-191 Talbragar Street, across from Aldi. Terry 0408 260 965. Dubbo Anglican Church Vigil Communion Service: 6pm, 158 Brisbane Street. Contact 6884 4990.

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Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Street. 6884 4990. Bicycle User Group Social Ride: 9am, at Wahroonga Park. Mick 0437 136 169 or Andrew 0476 764 659 dubbobug.org.au. Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, Dubbo. Sundays only, after 9am: 6887 3704. Traditional Catholic Latin Mass – Rawsonville: 9am, SECOND Sunday of the month, at the Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial Hall, Rawsonville Road. 0429 872 241 or 6887 2241. Orana K9 Training Club INC: 9am start due to Daylight Savings at Katrina Gibbs Field, Macleay Street, Dubbo. Dog Obedience training, must have current vaccinations certificate plus treats. $15.00 membership, $5 per session. Reg 0428 849 877 or Dianne 0429 847 380. Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, at 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320. Dubbo Anglican Church: 10am Family Communion service with Trinity Kids Sunday School. Australian Kiteflyers Society: 10am, SECOND Sunday of the month at Jubilee Oval. All welcome to come along and see how to build and fly modern (and old) kites. David 0476 223 342. Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road. 6882 0007. Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam: SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm. DAMjam (Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam), Milestone Hotel, upstairs. All welcome. Join us for this acoustic session with other musicians or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143. Transcendental Meditation (TM): Due to Covid restrictions Dubbo Transcendental Meditation Centre is now offering free introductory talks available on the website www. tm.org.au. Maharishi Foundation Australia scientifically proven benefits of TM. Contact David 0424 252 834 for more information.

Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: on every Saturday 10am to 2pm in Wellington Arts Exhibition Building opposite Cameron Park Dubbo Parkrun: 8am every week, FREE timed (with barcode) 5km run, jog or walk. Starts and ﬁnishes at Sandy Beach, following a section of the Tracker Riley Walkway and Cycle Path along the Macquarie River. Parkrun can be whatever you want it to be, whether it’s for fun or as part of a training program. Bring your dog and/or pram. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to help! Croquet: 8.15am, Saturday. New players of all ages welcome. Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane Street, North Dubbo. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946. CWA Gilgandra Market: 9am-1pm, FIRST Saturday of the month. Cakes, fruit, pickles, plants and more! New stall holders welcome. $5 per stall, proceeds to CWA. Hilda 6847 1270. Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, at the Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Corner of Darling and Wingewarra Streets, Dubbo. New members are always welcome, and we happily support anyone wanting to learn. Further enquiries to Charlene on 0408 825 180. Seventh-day Adventist Church: 9.30am, small group bible study (Sabbath School) and children’s/youth Sabbath School. Corner Cobra and Sterling Streets. dubbo.adventist.org.au Outback Writers Centre: Covid-19 has changed the Outback Writers’ Centre meetings. Please contact outbackwriters@gmail. com for the latest details. Saturday Art: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Pam 6885 1918. Seventh-day Adventist Church: 11am, Divine Service. Corner Cobra and Sterling Streets. dubbo.adventist.org.au

SUNDAY

Dubbo Baptist Church: 6pm, at 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight), during school terms. Come along and discover if church is still relevant in today’s world. Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: This Dubbo face-to face meeting remains temporarily suspended. Zoom meeting 7pm (1 hour) – Steps and Traditions. Phone Jack 0418 605 041.

MONDAY Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Open Mon 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445. Dubbo Multicultural Women’s Group: 10am, THIRD Monday of the month, at Saint Brigid’s Meeting Room in Brisbane Street. Women of all backgrounds are invited. 1800 319 551. Cake Decorating: 10am, FIRST Monday of the month, at Dubbo Arts & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Shirley 6887 3150. Dubbo Bridge Club: 10am until approximately 1pm, FOURTH Monday of the month, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Friendship Club (formally Mixed Probus): Next meeting will be hosted at the Macquarie Club on 15th April at 12noon. Patchwork: 10am-3pm, at Dubbo Arts & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. June 6882 4677. Alcoholics Anonymous (Beginners Meeting): This Dubbo AA face-to-face meeting has reopened. 12pm at St Brigid’s Church Meeting Rooms, 198 Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Contact 1300 22 222 or www.aa.org.au Macquarie Women’s Bowling Club Card Afternoon: Every SECOND Monday of the month. $5 per person includes two lucky door prizes and afternoon tea. Contact Rosslyn 6882 4989. Tai Chi 10 Form: 2.30-3.30pm during school terms at U3A, Community Arts Centre, WPCC, 76 Wingewarra Street Dubbo. Beginners are welcome. Laney 6882 4680 or laneyluk@ gmail.com. RFDS Support Group: 5pm, FIRST Monday of the month, (except P/H) RFDS Visitor Experience Centre, Dubbo Airport Precinct. Cecelia Hutchinson Parsons 0408 665 023. Amnesty International Dubbo: 5.306.30pm, SECOND Monday of the month, at St Brigid’s meeting room. The group will provide a platform for people passionate about human rights and social justice to discuss these issues and take positive action in their local community. Contact Sandra Lindeman amnesty.dubbo@gmail.com or 0419 167 574. Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990. Australian Air Force Cadets: 6pm9.30pm, at Army Barracks (cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting 13 to 18-year-olds prepared for a challenge and to undertake fun and rewarding activities. Come down to your local unit, 313 “City of Dubbo”

Squadron. Rotary Club of Dubbo: 6pm-8pm, at the Westside Hotel, Whylandra Street, West Dubbo. Contact Lyn Wicks on 0428 342 374, Carla Pittman on 0418 294 438 or email dubborotaryclub@hotmail.com. Sing Australia Dubbo Choir: 7-9pm, at Bridge Club, Bultje Street. NO auditions, no requirements to read music and no singing experience necessary. Contact Michele Peak 0428 680 775. Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: classes for all ages. Monday and Wednesday from 4:30pm onwards, at Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church Street. New members are very welcome. For further information contact 0418 625 857.

TUESDAY Dementia Friendship Group: every second Tuesday of the month. 10am, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Creo Cafe (formerly The Outlook Cafe), Wingewarra Street. Contact Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704. Croquet: 8.15am, Tuesday. New players of all ages welcome. Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane Street, North Dubbo. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946. South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 9am-12pm, at Cnr of High and Palmer Street. New members welcome. Dubbo Embroiderers: 9.30am-3pm, SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month, Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park. All welcome. Saturday group 10am-3pm, at the Macquarie Regional Library. Information on both groups Ruth 0422 777 323. Walkabout Ministry Aboriginal Elders Group: 9.30am-2pm in Holy Trinity Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street. AllAbilitiesDanz: 9.45am, at Dubbo RSL Club. Classes are low impact, work on heart health, ﬂexibility, mobility, coordination and strength. Tracy 0416 010 748 for a free trial or to join the free class. Dubbo Men’s Probus: Returning in February. Dubbo City Ladies Probus: Our April meeting will be our change-over lunch to be held in the Starlight Room, RSL Club on Tuesday April 12 at 12noon. All numbers to be in before Friday April 8. Contact Annemieke Neville on 0432 305 103. NALAG Centre: Cancelled until further notice. Silver Craft: 10am, THIRD Tuesday of the month, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Julie 6884 4919. Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane Street. Norm 6882 6081 or Bill 6882 9826. Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie: Meets 12.30pm-2pm, at Westside Hotel. Peter McInnes 0417 140 149. Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, meet at Ollie Robbins Oval, cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts.

Aboriginal Family Wellbeing & Violence Prevention Program • Free service for Aboriginal Males, Females & Families • Domestic & Family Violence prevention • Health & Wellbeing, quit smoking help • Individual and Group work & education • Work with Perpetrators • Advocate on clients behalf and referrals Contact Jimmy on 1800 319 551

Dubbo Photo News March 24-30, 2022

Material for your weekly game page

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Fun stuff to do while hanging out at home!

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Dubbo Community Garden: 9am12pm, at 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with others, learn more skills and grow friendships. All welcome. Contact Denise 0433 623 842 or Julie 0428 821 829. Geurie Craft Group: 9am-2pm, Geurie Bowling Club. Everyone welcome. Shirley 6887 1251 Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am-2pm, at Number 1 Oval Club House. $5 per day. Please bring your own lunch. Cards and games are played before lunch, after lunch is Bingo. New members welcome. Enquiries to Jan Miller 0418 255 217. Dubbo Bridge Club: 9.45am for a 10am start, until approximately 1pm, Bultje Street, Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: Meets THIRD Wednesday of the month 10am3pm, Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft Shop. 137 Cobra St. Visitors, new members very welcome. Contact Judy 6882 5776. (COVID-19 rules and restrictions apply at the Cottage.) Breast Cancer Support Group: 10am, FOURTH Wednesday of every month at the Baptist Church, Palmer Street. Community Health 5853 2545. South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed: 10am-12pm, WEEKLY Bric-a-brac sale at Corner of Palmer and High Streets. Contact Barry on 0439 344 349.

Kid’s Play Corner

A: A carrot!

WEDNESDAY

Dundullimal Dubbo Support Crew Inc: 10am, FOURTH Wednesday of each month, Dundullimal Homestead. We support the operations at the Homestead, guiding, tours, gardening, and helping in café. Great fun, and friendship, you learn as you go! Come to our next meeting or ring 6884 9984 or email dundullimal@nationaltrust.com.au. The Dubbo Garden Club: Garden gatherings are now on the ﬁrst Wednesday of every month. Coffee, Craft & Chat: 10am-12pm, FORTNIGHTLY at the Gospel Chapel on Boundary Road. Contact Anne 0428 425 958. Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage: 10am4pm, at 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members available. 6881 6410. AllAbilitiesDanz: 10.30am, West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. KIDS 0 to 5, an interactive class, music, props and movement. Gold coin donation per family. Akela Playgroup: 10.30am and Thursdays 9.30am, Scout Hall, 4 Akela St. Sharna 0438 693 789. Blood Cancer Support Group: 10.30am-12pm, FIRST Wednesday of each month. Venue changes each month. Louise or Emma 0412 706 785. Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters (DEVIOUS) group: 12pm to 1pm, FIRST Wednesday of each month at the Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Anyone interested in learning about EVs is welcome to join. Chris 0409 321 470. Zumba Kids: 4.15pm, at West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. A FUN dynamic class that keeps young bodies active, for kids aged 5 to 12. Gold coin donation per family. Macquarie Intermediate Band: 6pm, Wednesday during school terms in the Band Hall, Boundary Rd. Players of all ages wanted for the concert band. Conservatorium 6884 6686 or info@macqcon.org.au or Dubbo District Band on 0422 194 059 or email at dubboband@ gmail.com. West Dubbo Rotary: 6pm, at Club Dubbo, Whylandra Street West Dubbo. Gamblers Anonymous: 6pm, Baptist Church, Dubbo. Victor 0407 799 139. Line Dancing: 6.30pm to 9pm, David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Rd. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263. Dubbo Ratepayers and Residents Association: 6.30pm, every SECOND Wednesday of the month at the RSL Coffee Shop. Jenny 6884 4214 or Merilyn 0458 035 323. Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: This Dubbo AA face-to-face meeting has reopened. 7pm at St Brigid’s Church Meeting Rooms, 198 Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Phone Peter 0498 577 709. Masonic Lodge Narromine: Every FOURTH Wednesday of the month at the Masonic Hall. Visitors welcome. Tony 0417 064 784.

A: A carrot!

Ray 0437 541 942. Orana Physical Culture: 4pm onwards, starting with the 2-4 years Sparkles class in the Auditorium at St Mary’s Primary School. New members always welcome. For other class times and information see the Orana Physical Culture Facebook page. Smart Recovery (Behaviour Change Support Group): 5pm EVERY Tuesday online or in person. To book in, call Rob on 0417 497 187. Rotary Club of Dubbo South: 6pm, at South Dubbo Tavern. Girls Brigade: 6-8pm, Tuesday during school term, at Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy craft, games, camps, stories, songs, cooking and much more. Julie 6882 4369. Dubbo Lions Club Inc: 6.30pm, FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, at Club Dubbo. Reg 0407 491 302 or Hugh 0429 151 348. Dubbo and District Computer Club: 7pm, Akela Place Hall. Daryl 0408 284 300. Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm for a 7.30pm start, every Tuesday night at the Dubbo RSL. Glen 0419 179 985 or Doreen 6882 6163. Dubbo Chess Club: 7pm-9pm, at Dubbo RSL. Juniors welcome. Don 0431 460 584 or Sandy 0408 200 564. Toastmasters Club: 7pm-9pm, FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, at Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St. Visit the club to gain conﬁdence in speaking and leading skills. There are club, area and district competitions to participate in. Sharon Allan 0408 156 015 or email sallan@rhdubbo.com.au.

How to use a diary

Do you have a diary, journal or empty notebook? Are you unsure what to do with it? If so, the ﬁrst rule is there are no rules! In fact, you can use your diary however you like. If you enjoy writing, you can: z Make up stories z Write about how you feel or what you did z Make a list of things you want to do z Share your dreams

MEGA MAZE

z Write about things you don’t understand If you prefer arts and crafts or aren’t good at writing, you can draw or make collages. Moreover, you can use markers, stickers, washi tape, ribbons and pictures to decorate your diary. In short, remember that your journal is yours. The most important thing is that you enjoy using it.

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE

SUDOKU EXTRA

The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the ﬁgures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arithmetic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once.

Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

EXTRA SOLUTIONS: See the TV+ Guide

March 24-30, 2022 Dubbo Photo News

TV+

Friday March 25 ABC TV

PRIME7

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Q+A. (R) 11.10 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) (Final) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Pool. (PG, R) 1.55 Les Misérables. (M, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.55 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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6.00 The Drum. Alternating hosts Julia Baird and Ellen Fanning provide an analysis of the day’s 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 Gardening Australia. Costa Georgiadis explores Sydney’s edible garden trail and Josh Byrne unpacks native plant myths. 8.30 Miniseries: The Teacher. (M) Part 3 of 4. After receiving a suspended sentence, Jenna stops drinking and starts to reassess her life. 9.20 Grantchester. (M, R) Geordie suspects foul play when a professor at a computer laboratory dies suddenly. 10.05 Mum. (M, R) (Final) The family comes together to get the house ready to celebrate Derek’s birthday with a party.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Joh meets music icon Archie Roach on the eve of his final NSW tour. Karen makes honey, chocolate and yoghurt cake. Dr. Harry helps out a labrador that tugs on its lead. 8.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them. (M, R) (2016) During the ’20s, a British wizard and magizoologist finds himself in trouble with the law in New York City after several magical creatures escape from his bewitched suitcase, where they were being held. Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Colin Farrell. 11.15 To Be Advised.

10.35 ABC Late News. 10.55 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M, R) 11.25 Starstruck. (M, R) (Final) 11.45 QI. (M, R) (Final) 12.15 Rage. (MA15+)

12.30 Home Shopping.

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Peppa Pig. (R) 5.55 School Of Roars. (R) 6.05 Octonauts. (R) 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.25 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Dino Dana. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Another Year. (M, R) (2010) 10.35 MOVIE: Like Minds. (M, R) (2006) 12.25 QI. (PG, R) 12.55 Community. 1.20 Parks And Recreation. 1.45 Grand Designs. 2.30 ABC News Update. 2.35 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME 6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 4.10 Bluey. (R) 4.20 Space Nova. (R) 4.45 Odd Squad. (R) 5.00 Little Lunch. (R) 5.25 Mystic. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (PG, R) 6.05 Miraculous. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.30 Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors? (R) 7.00 MOVIE: Manou The Swift. (R) (2019) 8.25 Good Game Spawn Point. (R) 8.50 Log Horizon. (PG, R) 9.15 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R) 10.05 Voltron: Legendary Defender. (PG, R) 10.30 Close.

ABC NEWS 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 4.30 Friday Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 Evening News. 7.00 National News. 7.45 The Virus. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. (R) 12.00 News. 12.15 The Virus. (R) 12.30 Q+A Highlights. 1.00 News. 1.15 Friday Briefing. (R) 1.45 The Virus. (R) 2.00 DW News. 2.30 Late Programs. 5.45 The Virus. (R)

2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00

Sunrise. The Morning Show. (PG) Seven Morning News. MOVIE: High School Lover. (M, R) (2017) Paulina Singer. House Of Wellness. (PG) A look at locations that highlight living well. The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh. Seven News At 4. The Chase Australia.

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NINE 6.00 9.00 11.30 12.00

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 BBC News. 7.30 Italian News. 8.10 Filipino News. 8.40 French News TV5MONDE. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. (R) 2.00 North America With Simon Reeve. (PG, R) 3.00 NITV News: Nula. 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.05 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Sydney Roosters. From Accor Stadium, Sydney. 10.00 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the South Sydney Rabbitohs versus Sydney Roosters match, with news and analysis. 10.45 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (MA15+, R) (2017) When his daughter is killed in an act of terrorism, a humble London businessman initiates a cat-and-mouse conflict with a government official whose past may hold clues to the killers’ identities. Jackie Chan, Katie Leung, Pierce Brosnan.

6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M, R) Irish comedian Graham Norton chats with Miriam Margolyes, Paul Rudd, Halle Berry, Ron Howard and Stephen Fry. American singer-songwriter Gregory Porter performs his single Revival. 9.30 The Dog House Australia. (R) Charlotte is looking for a dog to give her best friend, Zeke the pug, some love. Former dancer Natasha could be the ticket out for husky cross Aislinn. Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.40 The Project. (R) Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Contestants are given two minutes to answer questions on their chosen specialist subject. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Robson Green’s Icelandic Adventure. (M) Part 3 of 3. Actors Robson Green and Jim Murray time in Iceland comes to an end. 8.30 Queen Victoria: Love, Lust And Leadership. (M) Part 3 of 3. An exploration about the truth behind Queen Victoria’s reputation. 9.25 The Pyramids: Solving The Mystery: The Last Secrets Of Giza. (R) Takes a look at the other architectural masterpieces that call the Giza plateau home. 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.55 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) Hosted by Jimmy Carr.

12.50 My Way. (PG, R) 1.20 Explore. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 A Current Affair. (R)

12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Infomercials. (PG, R)

12.45 Agatha Christie’s Criminal Games. (M, R) 2.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 3.45 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Cameroon v Algeria. From Stade Omnisports de Bafoussam, Cameroon.

1.45 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.30

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 2.00 Caravan & Camping WA. (PG, R) 2.30 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 4.30 Medical Rookies. (PG, R) 5.00 Australia’s Deadliest. (PG, R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R) 7.30 Railroad Australia. (PG, R) 8.30 Selling Houses Aust. (R) 9.30 Selling Houses Aust. (PG, R) 10.40 Selling Houses Aust. (R) 11.45 Greatest Outdoors. (PG, R) 12.45 Late Programs.

7MATE

7FLIX

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Xena. (M, R) 2.00 Hercules. (M, R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 MOVIE: Dr Seuss’ The Lorax. (R) (2012) 7.45 MOVIE: The Italian Job. (M, R) (2003) 10.00 MOVIE: Horrible Bosses 2. (MA15+) (2014) 12.10 Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun. (M, R) 1.10 Kardashians. (M, R) 2.10 Vanderpump Rules. (MA15+, R) 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. (R) 8.00 Escape Fishing. (R) 8.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 9.00 ST: Next Gen. (R) 10.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 11.00 JAG. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS. (M, R) 1.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 4.00 JAG. (PG, R) 5.00 ST: Next Gen. (R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M, R) 10.30 CSI. (M, R) 11.30 CSI. (MA15+, R) 12.30 Shopping. (R) 1.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Shopping. (R) 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 TV Shop. (R) 7.00 Creflo. (PG) 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The Bill. (M, R) 2.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.25 MOVIE: Mr Forbush And The Penguins. (PG, R) (1971) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. 8.35 MOVIE: Inferno. (M, R) (2016) Tom Hanks. 11.00 House. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 NBL Slam. (R) 7.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (R) 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.00 Mom. (M, R) 1.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (R) 5.00 Frasier. (R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Mom. (M, R) 11.00 Nancy Drew. (M) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 1.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 2.30 James Corden. (M) 3.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Lidia’s Italy. (PG) 1.30 Nadia’s Family Feasts. 2.30 Bake With Anna. 3.00 Cook’s Pantry. 3.30 Free Range Cook. 4.00 Mystery Diners. (PG) 4.30 Choccywoccydoodah. (PG) 5.00 Food Safari Water. (PG) 5.30 Come Dine With Me UK. (PG) 6.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Another Helping. (PG, R) 8.00 Eating Plants. (New Series) 8.30 Rick Stein Tastes The Blues. (R) 9.40 Royal Recipes. (PG) 10.35 Late Programs.

NITV

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.30 Flipping Showdown. (R) 2.00 My Lottery Dream Home. (PG, R) 3.00 The Block Glasshouse. (PG, R) 4.00 Philly Revival. (R) 4.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 5.00 Fixer To Fabulous. (R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Maine Cabin Masters. (PG, R) 8.30 Living Alaska. 9.30 Building Off The Grid. (PG, R) 10.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. (R) 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Huang’s World. (PG, R) 1.40 Flophouse. (M, R) 2.30 My Homie Sells Homies. (M, R) 3.00 Jungletown. (PG, R) 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. (R) 5.45 Shortland St. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 News. (R) 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Hoarders. (M) 9.20 Atlanta. (MA15+) (Series return) 10.20 Day Of The Dead. (MA15+) 11.10 Instinctive Desires. (M, R) 12.00 News. 12.55 Inside Sex Work In New Zealand. (MA15+, R) 1.15 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD

10 PEACH

9LIFE

6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Match It. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 House Rules: High Stakes. (PG, R) 12.00 S.W.A.T. (2017) (M, R) 3.00 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 3.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 4.30 American Dad! (PG, R) 5.00 Simpsons. (PG, R) 6.30 MOVIE: Tooth Fairy. (R) (2010) 8.30 MOVIE: Elysium. (MA15+, R) (2013) Matt Damon, Jodie Foster. 10.45 MOVIE: Superman II. (PG, R) (1980) 1.20 Shopping. (R) 2.20 Fresh TV. (R) 2.50 Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND

10 BOLD

9GEM

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Biker Battleground Phoenix. (M) 1.00 Picked Off. (PG, R) 2.00 Hellfire Heroes. (M, R) 3.00 Billion Dollar Wreck. (PG, R) 4.00 Timbersports. (PG, R) 4.30 Barter Kings. (PG, R) 5.00 Pawn Stars UK. (PG, R) 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 2. Sydney v Geelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) 11.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

SBS

TEN

Today. Today Extra. (PG) Morning News. MOVIE: Sinister Savior. (M) (2020) Marci Miller. Garden Gurus Moments. (R) Pointless. (PG) Tipping Point. (PG) Afternoon News. Millionaire Hot Seat. (R) WIN News.

Dubbo’s TV Guide

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Guppies. 10.00 Butterbean’s Cafe. (R) 10.30 Dora. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. (R) 12.00 PAW Patrol. 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 2.30 The Loud House. 3.00 SpongeBob. 3.30 Game Shakers. 4.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. 5.00 Sam And Cat. 5.30 Victorious. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 South Park. (M) 9.30 South Park. (MA15+) 10.00 South Park. (M) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Shortland St. (PG, R) 2.30 Chefs’ Line. (R) 3.00 Bushwhacked! (R) 3.25 The Magic Canoe. (R) 3.50 Wolf Joe. (R) 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. (R) 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG, R) 4.35 Molly Of Denali. (R) 5.00 Our Stories. (PG, R) 5.30 NITV News: Nula. (R) 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.35 News. 6.40 Extreme Africa. (R) 7.30 MOVIE: The Silver Brumby. (PG, R) (1993) 9.30 First Nations Bedtime Stories. (R) 9.40 Through The Wormhole. (PG, R) 10.30 Late Programs.

CLASSIFICATIONS: (P) For preschoolers (C) Children’s programs (G) General viewing (PG) Parental guidance (M) Mature audiences (MA15+) Mature audiences only (AV15+) Extreme violence. (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions. Please Note: Listings are correct at the time of print and are subject to late change by networks.

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6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Midsomer Murders. (M, R) 2.00 Grantchester. (M, R) 2.45 Father Brown. (PG, R) 3.35 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.30 Landline. (R) 5.00 Basketball. WNBL. Semi-Finals. Adelaide Lightning v Melbourne Boomers. Game 2.

6.00 Home Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week. 12.00 Horse Racing. Featuring the $1.5m Group 1 Tancred Stakes (2400m), and the $350,000 Mornington Cup (2400m). 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Narrated by Grant Bowler.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Destination WA. (PG) 12.30 Drive TV. (PG) 1.00 My Way. (PG, R) 1.30 Outback & Under. (New Series) 2.00 The Pet Rescuers. (PG, R) 2.30 MOVIE: Pontiac Moon. (PG, R) (1994) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 GCBC. (R) 6.30 Leading The Way. 7.00 Escape Fishing. (R) 7.30 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 8.00 Left Off The Map. (R) 8.30 Pooches At Play. (R) 9.00 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. (R) 9.30 Studio 10: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. (R) 1.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 2.00 All 4 Adventure. (PG, R) 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Waltzing Jimeoin. (PG, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. (R) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Cameroon v Algeria. Continued. 6.15 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Egypt v Senegal. 8.30 WorldWatch. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. (R) 2.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG, R) 2.30 Gymnastics. 2022 FIG Individual Apparatus World Cup. Highlights. 4.30 Be My Brother. (R) 4.40 The Students, The Traitor And The Nazis. (PG, R) 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories and events as they unfold, with comprehensive analysis and reporting. 7.30 Father Brown. (M) (Series return) Sergeant Goodfellow turns to Father Brown for help after he witnesses Inspector Mallory frame an innocent man. 8.20 Unforgotten. (M) Sunny and Cassie discover that a graduating class of police officers could all be connected to the case, and some are still serving in the force. 9.05 Troppo. (M, R) Ted and Amanda’s investigation heads down a dark path when more of Jong Min’s remains are recovered, just as Ted receives some bombshell news from home. 10.05 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) Sister Frances is at a loss when she cares for a diabetic and recovering cancer patient.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) Go behind the scenes of Australia’s Immigration, Customs and Quarantine departments. 7.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull. (M, R) (2008) Indiana Jones is reunited with a woman from his past when he and a young man battle Soviet agents searching for a crystal skull with mysterious powers which could help them win the Cold War. Harrison Ford, Shia LaBeouf, Cate Blanchett. 10.00 MOVIE: Robin Hood. (M, R) (2018) A Crusader and his Moorish companion mount an audacious revolt against corrupt English authorities. Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Ben Mendelsohn.

6.00 Nine News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Space Invaders. (PG) A couple with three daughters need help decluttering their two garages. 8.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (M, R) (2000) After a successful Roman general is betrayed and his family is murdered by the emperor’s heir, he seeks revenge. Having been forced to become a gladiator, he uses his new position in the arena to torment his nemesis. Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen. 11.30 MOVIE: The Social Network. (M, R) (2010) After creating a social networking website, a Harvard University student is hit with claims that he stole the idea. Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) American comedian and talk show host Conan O’Brien tries his hand at lifeguarding, with hilarious results. Singlets treats a rollerblader with a severely dislocated knee on the promenade. 7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 20. Macarthur FC v Melbourne City. From Campbelltown Stadium, Sydney. 10.00 Ambulance Australia. (M, R) In Brisbane, a bystander calls in a crash in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD involving a motorcyclist and taxi. Paramedics arrive to find the victim face down on the road and not moving. 11.00 Ambulance. (M, R) Takes a look at the London Ambulance Service as it deals with all manner of crises. Amid stabbings, overdoses, accidents and heart attacks, dispatcher Mandy reflects on losing her son.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. (M) Celebrity guests include Mike Goldstein, Merrick Watts, and Sach Horler as well as special guest Tom Cashman. 8.30 Exploring Northern Ireland. (PG) Part 4 of 4. Siobhán McSweeney explores Northern Ireland causeway coast on her electric bike. She tries an anciet sport, gets another perspective on the coast from a kayak and visits the birdlife on Rathlin Island. 9.30 World’s Greatest Bridges: Brooklyn Bridge. (R) Engineer Rob Bell recounts the story of the construction of New York’s Brooklyn Bridge. 10.25 Anne Boleyn: Arrest, Trial, Execution. (R) Part 1 of 3. 11.20 MOVIE: Inside Llewyn Davis. (M, R) (2013) A folk singer tries to make it as a musician. Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan.

11.05 Les Misérables. (M, R) (Final) As the revolutionaries prepare for the next assault, Jean Valjean arrives at the barricade to find Marius. 12.20 Rage. (MA15+) Featuring a guest programmer.

12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 2. Tasmania SuperSprint. Highlights. From Symmons Plains Raceway, Tasmania. 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

1.50 Talking Honey: Relationship Specials. (PG) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact With Stu Cameron. (PG, R)

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

1.15 MOVIE: Apocalypto. (MA15+, R) (2006) Rudy Youngblood. 3.45 Perspective Shift: Daniel. (PG, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.00 QI. (M, R) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M) 9.15 Sammy J. (PG, R) 9.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M, R) 9.45 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (PG, R) 10.05 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG, R) 10.50 Gavin & Stacey. 11.20 Schitt’s Creek. 11.45 Archer. 12.05 Year Of The Rabbit. 12.30 The Young Offenders. 1.05 The Planets. (Final) 2.05 ABC News Update. 2.10 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

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6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (PG, R) 6.05 Miraculous. (PG, R) 6.25 Welcome To Cardboard City. (R) 6.30 Top Jobs For Dogs. (R) 7.00 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (PG, R) 8.00 Kung Fu Panda. (PG, R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.45 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Close.

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ABC NEWS 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 News. 1.30 Q+A Highlights. (R) 2.00 News. 2.30 Landline. 3.00 News. 3.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 4.00 News. 4.30 Close Of Business. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 News Regional. (R) 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Aust Story. (R) 7.00 National News. 7.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 8.05 Four Corners. (R) 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.00 Late News Weekend. 10.30 China Tonight. (R) 11.00 News. 11.30 News Regional. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Beyblade Burst QuadDrive. (PG, R) 1.00 Power Rangers Dino Fury. (PG, R) 1.30 A1: Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 2.30 FIA World Endurance Championship. Round 1. 1000 Miles of Sebring. 3.30 Ultimate Rush. (PG, R) 4.00 Surfing Australia TV. (PG, R) 4.30 Road Trick. (PG, R) 5.30 Transformers: Cyberverse. (PG, R) 5.45 MOVIE: Mr. Peabody & Sherman. (PG) (2014) 7.30 MOVIE: Transformers. (M, R) (2007) 10.20 MOVIE: Blade II. (MA15+, R) (2002) 12.45 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Timbersports. (PG, R) 1.00 Blokesworld. (PG, R) 1.30 The Food Dude. (PG) 2.00 Portland Charter Boat Wars. (PG, R) 2.30 Mike & Cole. (PG, R) 3.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. (PG) 4.00 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 4.30 Barter Kings. (PG, R) 5.00 Pawn Stars UK. (PG, R) 5.30 American Pickers. (PG, R) 6.30 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.00 AFL Pre-Game. 7.30 AFL. Round 2. Port Adelaide v Hawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 To Be Advised. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 9.00 The Doctors. (PG) 10.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 10.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 11.30 ST: Next Gen. (R) 12.30 JAG. (PG, R) 1.30 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 2.30 4x4 Adventures. (R) 3.30 Hotels By Design. (PG, R) 4.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 4.30 iFish Summer. (R) 5.00 Escape Fishing. 5.30 Scorpion. (R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS. (M, R) 11.20 FBI. (M, R) 12.15 CSI. (MA15+, R) 1.10 48 Hours. (M, R) 2.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 8.00 Beyond Today. (PG) 8.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.00 MOVIE: Mandy. (PG, R) (1952) 12.00 Avengers. (PG, R) 1.00 MOVIE: Hue And Cry. (R) (1947) 2.40 MOVIE: The Green Man. (R) (1956) 4.20 MOVIE: It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World. (PG, R) (1963) 7.30 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 6. Queensland Reds v NSW Waratahs. 9.45 Super Rugby Pacific PostMatch. 10.00 MOVIE: The Gauntlet. (MA15+, R) (1977) 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 8.00 Frasier. (R) 9.00 Becker. (R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 12.00 Australian Survivor. (PG, R) 3.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.15 Friends. (PG, R) Joey asks Phoebe to teach him French. 12.15 Shopping. (R) 1.15 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.45 Mom. (M, R) 2.35 Naked Beach. (M, R) 3.30 Nancy Drew. (M, R) 4.30 Shopping. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Eating Plants. (R) 12.30 Rick Stein Tastes The Blues. (R) 1.35 Cook’s Pantry. (R) 2.05 Free Range Cook. (R) 2.30 Beautiful Baking. (R) 3.30 Beautiful Baking. (R) 4.30 Amazon Taste. (R) 5.30 Beyond River Cottage. (PG, R) 6.30 Mississippi Adventure. (R) 7.30 Ainsley’s Good Mood Food. (PG) 8.30 Secrets Of The Factories. (R) 9.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. (PG, R) 10.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. (PG, R) 11.30 Amazon Taste. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Hidden Potential. (R) 11.30 Postcards. (PG, R) 12.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 12.30 The Treehouse Guys. (PG, R) 1.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. (R) 2.30 Living Alaska. (R) 3.30 Fixer To Fabulous. (R) 4.30 Open Homes Australia. 5.30 Maine Cabin Masters. (PG, R) 6.30 Building Off The Grid. (PG, R) 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. (PG, R) 8.30 House Hunters. (R) 9.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 10.30 House Hunters Reno. (R) 11.30 House Hunters. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 SBS Courtside. 10.30 Basketball. NBA. Atlanta Hawks v Golden State Warriors. 1.00 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. (R) 1.10 Hunting Hitler. (PG, R) 2.50 Over The Black Dot. (2022, R) 3.20 Yokayi Footy. (R) 4.15 WorldWatch. 5.45 Insight. (R) 6.45 Extreme Food Phobics. (PG) 7.35 Impossible Engineering. (PG) 8.30 Secrets Of America’s Shadow Government. (PG) 9.20 Black Market. (M) 10.15 The X-Files. (MA15+, R) 11.05 Late Programs.

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6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Match It. (R) 9.00 News Of The Wild. (R) 10.00 Weekender. (R) 11.00 Britain’s Got Talent Best And Worst. (PG, R) 2.00 Black-ish. (PG, R) 2.30 Jabba’s Movies. (PG, R) 3.00 MOVIE: Invisible Sister. (PG, R) (2015) 4.40 MOVIE: The Prince And Me. (PG, R) (2004) 7.00 MOVIE: Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs. (PG, R) (2009) 8.50 MOVIE: The Greatest Showman. (PG, R) (2017) Hugh Jackman. 11.00 Bridezillas. (MA15+) 12.00 Late Programs.

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6.00 Shimmer & Shine. 7.00 Corn & Peg. 7.30 PAW Patrol. 8.30 Abby Hatcher. 9.30 SpongeBob. 10.30 Sanjay & Craig. (PG) 11.30 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 12.00 SpongeBob. 1.00 Breadwinners. (PG) 2.00 Haunted Hathaways. 3.00 Henry Danger. 4.00 The Bureau Of Magical Things. 5.00 The Thundermans. 6.00 MOVIE: While You Were Sleeping. (PG, R) (1995) 8.05 MOVIE: The Rebound. (M, R) (2009) 10.00 MOVIE: Showtime. (M) (2002) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Over The Black Dot. (2022, R) 1.30 Yokayi Footy. (R) 2.25 Rugby Union. Ella 7s. 2.50 Sportswoman 2021. (R) 3.20 Over The Black Dot. (R) 3.50 Rugby League. Koori Knockout. Men’s. Final. La Perouse Panthers v Newcastle All Blacks. Replay. 5.50 VICE Sports. (PG, R) 6.20 First People’s Kitchen. 6.50 News. 7.00 The South Sydney Story. (PG, R) 7.30 Milford Graves Full Mantis. 9.15 MOVIE: Dark Age. (MA15+, R) (1987) 10.55 Late Programs.

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6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Songs Of Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 2.30 Australia’s Ocean Odyssey: A Journey Down The East Australian Current. (R) 3.30 Short Cuts To Glory: Matt Okine Vs Food. (R) 4.00 Back In Time For Dinner. (PG, R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 MOVIE: Police Academy 3: Back In Training. (PG, R) (1986) 2.30 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 3.00 Highway Cops. (PG, R) 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Easy Eats. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 12.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 5. Gold Coast Titans v Newcastle Knights. 1.50 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Round 5. Brisbane Broncos v Parramatta Eels. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Brisbane Broncos v North Queensland Cowboys.

6.00 Mass. 6.30 Hillsong. 7.00 Leading The Way. (PG, R) 7.30 Tomorrow’s World. (PG) 8.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. (R) 9.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 9.30 Studio 10: Sunday. (PG) 12.00 Left Off The Map. (R) 12.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. (R) 1.00 My Market Kitchen. (R) 1.20 Australian Survivor. (R) 2.30 The Dog House Australia. (R) 3.30 Waltzing Jimeoin. (PG, R) 4.00 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 4.30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG) 7.30 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 Motor Racing. ProMX Championships. Round 1. 3.30 Athletics. World Athletics Indoor Championships. Day 3. Highlights. 4.30 The Rising: Serena Williams. 5.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG, R) 5.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 5.40 The Secret History Of World War II. (PG, R)

6.30 Compass: Safdar Ahmed is Still Alive. (PG, R) Geraldine Doogue speaks with Safdar Ahmed. 7.00 ABC News Sunday. (R) 7.40 Grand Designs New Zealand. Ex-police officers Sumita and Cameron Dale want to build a lighthouse on a very strict budget, which presents a range of issues. 8.30 Troppo. (M) Amanda is shocked to discover the attack on Ted, and is determined to find the culprit. 9.25 Killing Eve. (M) Eve delves into the past of her target and unearths secrets. Carolyn tracks down a top member of The Twelve. 10.05 Harrow. (M, R) Harrow and Grace investigate the death of a popular health and wellness vlogger. 11.00 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. (M, R) Robin delves into Sydney’s sex industry.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Dancing With The Stars: All Stars. (PG) In the second semi-final, the final places of the grand final are up for grabs. Hosted by Daryl Somers and Sonia Kruger. 8.30 Crime Investigation Australia: On Borrowed Time – The Michael McGurk Assassination. (M) Takes a look at the 2009 case of businessman Michael McGurk, who was murdered outside his home in Sydney. 9.50 Born To Kill? Dennis Nilsen – The Kindly Killer. (MA15+) Details the shocking crimes of Scottish civil servant Dennis Nilsen, who murdered at least 12 people over the course of five years. 10.55 The Blacklist. (M) (Series return) A task force is formed to hunt down Reddington.

6.00 Nine News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. (M) The social experiment continues under the watchful gaze of John Aiken, Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla. 8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.40 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world. 10.10 Australian Crime Stories: Justice For Lucille. (M, R) Takes a look at the disappearance of 20-year-old Miss Tasmania aspirant, Lucille Butterworth in 1969. 11.10 The First 48: The Ties That Bind. (M) When a man is gunned down in his home, a detective discovers the victim’s wife holds a dark secret.

6.30 The Sunday Project. Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 Australian Survivor. A group of 24 Australian castaways find themselves stranded in Far North Queensland. Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 9.00 FBI. (M) The team realises it has a cross-country serial killer on its hands, and the case has ties to Isobel’s father and his hotel, which leads to revelations about their fractured relationship. 11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) Joins panellists for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Stonehenge: The New Revelations. (PG, R) Follows a team of experts as they investigate a huge, newly discovered ring of house-sized pits near Stonehenge, what this tells us about the monument, as well as exploring the settlement of Durrington Walls. 9.05 Easter Island: The Truth Revealed. (PG, R) Three archaeologists who have investigated the Easter Island statues for 20 years take a look at their history, including an examination of who the Rapa Nui people, creators of these masterpieces, were. 10.45 Cycling. UCI World Tour. GentWevelgem. Men’s Race. From Flanders, Belgium.

12.00 Mum. (M, R) It is Derek’s birthday. 12.30 Harrow. (M, R) A forensic pathologist investigates a suicide. 3.10 Rage. (MA15+) Continuous music programming. 5.00 Insiders. (R) Presented by David Speers.

12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 2. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 2. Highlights. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

12.00 Shallow Grave: Severance. (M, R) 12.50 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.30 CBS Mornings. Morning news and talk show, covering breaking news, politics, health, money, lifestyle and pop culture.

2.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. GentWevelgem. Women’s Race. 3.15 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.25 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Odd Squad. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Compass. (PG) 8.00 You Can’t Ask That. (M, R) 8.30 Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America. (MA15+) (Final) 9.35 A Dog’s World With Tony Armstrong. (R) 10.30 Tate Britain’s Great British Walks. 11.15 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 12.05 MOVIE: Another Year. (2010) 2.10 ABC News Update. 2.15 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME 6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (PG, R) 6.05 Miraculous. (PG, R) 6.25 Welcome To Cardboard City. (R) 6.35 Secrets Of Skin. (R) 7.05 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (PG, R) 8.00 The Penguins Of Madagascar. (R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.50 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Rage. (PG, R) 10.55 Close.

ABC NEWS 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 News. 1.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 2.00 News. 2.30 Aust Story. (R) 3.00 News. 3.30 Offsiders. (R) 4.00 Landline. (R) 5.00 News. 5.30 World This Week. (R) 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 ABC News Video Lab. (R) 8.00 Insiders. (R) 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Aust Story. (R) 10.00 Late News Weekend. 10.30 Q+A Highlights. (R) 11.00 News. 11.30 Close Of Business. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

7TWO 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 11.00 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R) 2.00 Caravan & Camping WA. (PG) 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG) 3.00 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.00 Dog Patrol. (PG, R) 7.00 Border Security. (PG, R) 8.30 Railroad Australia. (PG) 9.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. (PG) 10.30 Great Scenic Railway Journeys. (PG) 11.10 Sunday Night True Stories. (MA15+) 12.20 Late Programs.

7MATE 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Shopping. 10.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. (PG, R) 11.00 Fishing. International Series. 11.30 Step Outside. (PG) 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. (PG) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Finals Week 1. Brisbane v Collingwood. 3.00 Football. AFL. Round 2. Richmond v GWS Giants. 6.00 MOVIE: The Count Of Monte Cristo. (PG, R) (2002) 8.45 MOVIE: Kingsman: The Golden Circle. (MA15+, R) (2017) Taron Egerton. 11.40 Hardcore Pawn. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

7FLIX 6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Match It. (R) 9.00 News Of The Wild. (R) 10.00 Little Big Shots. (PG, R) 12.00 The Food Dude. (PG, R) 12.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. (PG, R) 2.50 Jabba’s Movies. (PG, R) 3.15 To Be Advised. 7.00 MOVIE: Shanghai Knights. (PG, R) (2003) 9.25 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. (MA15+, R) 11.25 Hell’s Kitchen USA. (M, R) 1.25 Hell’s Kitchen USA. (MA15+, R) 2.25 Black-ish. (M, R) 3.00 Kitchen Nightmares. (MA15+, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

9GO!

10 BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Bakugan: Evolutions. (PG) 12.30 Beyblade Burst: Quad Drive. (PG) (New Series) 1.00 Power Rangers Dino Fury. (PG, R) 1.30 Speedseries. (R) 3.30 Peaking. (PG, R) 4.00 The Break Boys. (PG, R) 5.00 Transformers: Cyberverse. (PG, R) 5.10 MOVIE: Playing With Fire. (PG) (2019) 7.00 MOVIE: Ghostbusters. (PG, R) (2016) 9.25 MOVIE: Godzilla. (M, R) (2014) 11.50 Allegiance. (M) 12.45 Kardashians. (M, R) 1.40 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 7.00 Shopping. (R) 7.30 Key Of David. 8.00 The Doctors. (PG) 9.00 Healthy Homes Aust. (R) 9.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 10.00 iFish Summer. 10.30 Reel Action. (R) 11.00 Escape Fishing. (PG, R) 11.30 4x4 Adventures. (R) 12.30 Scorpion. (PG, R) 2.30 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 3.00 Soccer. A-League Women. Grand Final. 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (R) 6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 12.10 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 In Touch. (PG) 8.00 Beyond Today. (PG) 8.30 The Incredible Journey. (PG) 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 The AFL Sunday Footy Show. (PG) 12.00 Garden Gurus. (R) 12.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.00 Avengers. (PG, R) 2.00 The Great Migration. (PG, R) 3.00 MOVIE: Duel In The Jungle. (PG, R) (1954) 5.05 MOVIE: Shane. (R) (1953) 7.30 Seven Worlds, One Planet. (PG, R) 8.40 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (M, R) (2012) Jeremy Renner. 11.10 House. (M, R) 12.05 Late Programs.

9LIFE

6.00 NBL Slam. (R) 6.30 Big Bang. (PG, R) 8.30 Neighbours. (PG, R) 10.30 The Middle. (PG, R) 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 17. Adelaide 36ers v South East Melbourne Phoenix. 3.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 17. Melbourne United v Illawarra Hawks. 5.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 8.30 Friends. (PG, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 1.30 MOVIE: The Rebound. (M, R) (2009) 3.30 Big Bang. (PG, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

10 SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Barnwood Builders. (R) 11.00 House Hunters Reno. (R) 12.00 Maine Cabin Masters. (PG, R) 1.00 Open Homes Australia. (R) 2.00 Masters Of Flip. (R) 3.00 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 3.30 Barnwood Builders. (R) 4.30 Escape To The Chateau. (PG, R) 5.30 House Hunters. (R) 6.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.30 Good Bones. (PG, R) 8.30 Flip Or Flop. (R) 9.30 Five Day Flip. (PG, R) 10.30 Fixer Upper. (PG, R) 11.30 House Hunters. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Shimmer & Shine. 7.00 Corn & Peg. 7.30 PAW Patrol. 8.30 Abby Hatcher. 9.30 SpongeBob. 10.30 Sanjay & Craig. (PG) 11.30 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 12.00 SpongeBob. 1.00 Breadwinners. (PG) 2.00 Haunted Hathaways. 3.00 Henry Danger. 4.00 The Bureau Of Magical Things. 5.00 The Thundermans. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 To Be Advised. 8.40 Dave Thornton: Let’s Do This. (M, R) 9.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 Teen Mom OG. (M) 11.40 Teen Mom OG. (PG) 12.40 Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND 6.00 WorldWatch. 10.30 SBS Courtside. 11.00 Basketball. NBA. Memphis Grizzlies v Milwaukee Bucks. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.00 Insight. (R) 3.00 Beach Volleyball. Australian Tour. 5.00 Australia In Colour. (PG, R) 6.00 Speed With Guy Martin. (PG, R) 6.55 Lost Gold Of World War II. (PG, R) 7.40 Ice Cowboys. (PG) 8.30 QAnon: The Cult Of Conspiracy. (MA15+) 9.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Volta a Catalunya. Stage 7. 11.30 How French Women Like It. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Beyond River Cottage. (PG, R) 11.30 Mississippi Adventure. (R) 12.30 Ainsley’s Good Mood Food. (PG, R) 1.30 Amazon Taste. (R) 2.00 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.30 Eating Inn. (PG) 5.30 Minjiba Entertains. (PG) 6.00 Cook And The Chef. (PG, R) 6.30 Scandimania. (PG, R) 7.30 Mary Berry Classic. (R) 8.00 Australia’s Food Bowl. (PG, R) 8.30 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes. (R) 9.40 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. (PG, R) 11.30 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

NITV 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Football. CAFL. 12.30 Motor Racing. W Series. Round 7. Highlights. 1.00 Soccer. Serie A Femminile. 2.45 Rugby Union. Monsoon Rugby Union. 4.15 Softball. SA Premier League. 5.45 Going Native. (PG, R) 6.15 News. (R) 6.25 Natural Born Rebels. 7.30 Equator From The Air. 8.30 This Magic Moment. (PG, R) 10.20 Winning Time: Reggie Miller Vs The New York Knicks. (M, R) 11.40 Songlines On Screen. (PG, R) 12.00 Volumz. (PG, R)

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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Press. (PG, R) (Final) 2.10 Miniseries: The Teacher. (M, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) 5.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.00 The 94th Annual Academy Awards. (PG) 2.00 Highway Cops. (PG, R) A dust cloud causes chaos on the Canterbury Plains. 2.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) Follows the work of a police unit. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 9.00 11.30 12.00 1.45

Today. Today Extra. (PG) Morning News. Married At First Sight. (M, R) Explore: Smithbilt Hats. (R) A look at the Calgary Stampede. Pointless. (PG) Tipping Point. (PG) Afternoon News. Millionaire Hot Seat. WIN News.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 Australian Survivor. (R) 2.40 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 France 24 English News First Edition. 6.30 This Week. 7.30 Italian News. 8.10 Filipino News. 8.40 French News TV5MONDE. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 North America With Simon Reeve. (PG, R) 3.10 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 7.30. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.00 Australian Story. Australians share their personal stories. 8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program that leads national debate and confronts issues that matter. 9.20 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers. 9.35 China Tonight. A look at current affairs from China. 10.05 ABC News Video Lab. (R) Examines events and issues. 10.40 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events. 10.55 The Business. (R) The day’s business and finance news. 11.10 Q+A. (R)

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Mackenzie’s makes a harsh business decision. Bella can’t escape Chloe. 7.30 SAS Australia. (M) Aussie celebrities tackle a series of physical and psychological tests from the SAS selection process. 8.40 The Amazing Race. (PG) (Final) After travelling to seven countries and 17 cities, one team will be crowned the winner. 9.40 The 94th Annual Academy Awards. (PG, R) A ceremony honouring achievements in filmmaking over the past year, from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Nominees include The Power of the Dog, Dune, Belfast, West Side Story and King Richard. Hosted by Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (M) The social experiment continues under the watchful gaze of John Aiken, Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla. 9.00 La Brea. (M) With cold weather approaching, Eve, Levi and Ty return to the fort, despite their near-death experience there, hoping to learn 10,000 B.C. survival skills. 10.00 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world. 10.30 100% Footy. (M) Features the latest rugby league news, with exclusive insights from an expert panel. 11.30 Bluff City Law. (M, R) Elijah and Sydney take on a pill mill owner responsible for creating an opioid epidemic.

6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 Australian Survivor. A group of 24 Australian castaways find themselves stranded in Far North Queensland. Presented by Jonathan LaPaglia. 8.30 Would I Lie To You? Australia. (M) Two teams, consisting of celebrity guests, go head-to-head in a battle of wits that has them trying to fool the opposition. Hosted by Chrissie Swan, with team captains Chris Taylor and Frank Woodley. 9.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (M) The team tries to track down a murderous member of the incel community. Barnes, Hana, Ortiz and Kristin deal with their grief in the wake of Jess’s death. 11.30 The Project. (R) Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) In this round, the specialty subjects include Sonic Youth and the James Bond film For Your Eyes Only. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Scotland: Escape To The Wilderness. (PG) Part 3 of 4. Actor and author Ben Miller joins wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin on an adventure in rural Perthshire. 8.30 Secrets Of The Tower Of London. (PG) Merlina, the Tower’s oldest raven and star attraction, goes missing during winter. 9.30 The Great House Revival. (PG, R) Hugh Wallace follows the restoration of an 1850s Regency-style mansion. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Beneath The Surface. (M) (New Series) A woman is left devastated when her son falls overboard.

12.15 Harrow. (M, R) A skeleton is discovered in a backyard. 2.00 Rage. (MA15+) Continuous music programming. 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

12.40 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.10 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 3.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

12.05 1.00 4.10 5.00 5.15 5.30

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Dino Dana. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Australia Remastered. (R) 8.25 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (R) 9.15 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 10.15 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (R) 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.20 QI. 11.50 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.10 Community. (Final) 12.40 Parks And Recreation. 1.00 Black Comedy. 1.30 ABC News Update. 1.35 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME 6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (PG, R) 6.05 Miraculous. (PG, R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.35 Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors? (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. (R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (R) 8.00 The Penguins Of Madagascar. (R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.50 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Rage. (PG, R) 10.55 Close.

ABC NEWS 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.30 Capital Hill. 2.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 Evening News. 7.00 National News. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. (R) 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 1.00 News. 1.15 The Business. (R) 1.30 7.30. (R) 2.00 DW News. 2.30 News Overnight. 2.45 The Drum. (R) 3.45 News Overnight. (R) 4.00 Late Programs.

7TWO

2.00 3.00 4.00 4.30 5.30

9GO!

6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 8.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 10.30 Better Homes. (R) 12.00 Miniseries: Bancroft. (M, R) 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 4.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. (PG, R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R) 7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R) 8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (PG, R) 10.50 Cold Case. (M, R) 12.50 Heathrow. (PG, R) 2.00 Late Programs.

7MATE

10 BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Xena. (M, R) 2.00 Hercules. (M, R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.00 Territory Cops. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: RoboCop. (M, R) (2014) 10.50 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 11.15 Raymond. (PG, R) 11.45 Weird Science. (M, R) 12.15 Below Deck Mediterranean. (M, R) 1.15 The Sex Clinic. (MA15+, R) 2.10 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Pawn Stars UK. (PG, R) 2.00 Shipping Wars. (PG, R) 2.30 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 3.30 Supercars Championship. Round 2. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 1. H’lights. 4.30 Supercars Championship. Round 2. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 2. H’lights. 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 American Pickers. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: The A-Team. (M, R) (2010) 11.00 MOVIE: Blade. (MA15+, R) (1998) 1.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE

7FLIX 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 House Rules: High Stakes. (PG, R) 12.00 S.W.A.T. (2017) (M, R) 2.00 My Name Is Earl. (M, R) 2.30 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 3.00 Black-ish. (PG, R) 4.00 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 5.00 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 6.00 Futurama. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M, R) 8.30 First Dates Australia. (PG, R) 10.50 Family Guy. (M, R) 11.20 The Goldbergs. (PG) 11.50 My Crazy Birth Story. (M, R) 12.50 Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 8.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 20. Macarthur FC v Melbourne City. Replay. 10.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 11.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS. (M, R) 1.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 4.00 JAG. (PG, R) 5.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 A-League Highlights Show. 11.20 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 2. Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Highlights. 12.15 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 9.30 Newstyle Direct. (R) 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The Bill. (M, R) 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.20 MOVIE: I’m All Right Jack. (R) (1959) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Agatha Raisin. (PG, R) 8.30 Poirot. (M, R) 10.30 Law & Order. (M, R) 11.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Basketball. NBA. Atlanta Hawks v Golden State Warriors. Replay. 2.00 VICE. (M, R) 2.30 Black Market. (M, R) 3.00 Does America. (PG, R) 3.30 Dead Set On Life. (PG, R) 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. (R) 5.45 Shortland St. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Taskmaster. (M) 9.25 Back To Life. (MA15+) 10.35 Addicted Australia. (M, R) 11.45 How Sex Changed The World. (M, R) 1.25 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD

6.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 17. Adelaide 36ers v South East Melbourne Phoenix. Replay. 8.00 Friends. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.30 Friends. (PG, R) 1.00 Nancy Drew. (M, R) 2.00 Friends. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Mom. (M, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 2.30 Late Programs.

10 SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Open Homes Australia. (R) 11.00 Postcards. (PG) 11.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.00 Flip Or Flop. (R) 2.00 Five Day Flip. (PG, R) 3.00 The Block Glasshouse. (PG, R) 4.00 Flip Or Flop Vegas. (PG, R) 4.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 5.00 Good Bones. (PG, R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 8.30 No Demo Reno. 9.30 Two Steps Home. (PG) 10.30 Texas Flip And Move Specials. 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

Tin Star. (MA15+) Unit One. (MA15+, R) VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+, R) France 24 Feature. NHK World English News. Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Lidia’s Italy. (R) 1.30 Great British Food. (R) 2.30 Bake With Anna. (R) 3.00 Cook’s Pantry. (R) 3.30 Free Range Cook. (R) 4.00 Mystery Diners. (PG, R) 4.30 Choccywoccydoodah. (PG, R) 5.00 The Incredible Spice Men. (R) 5.30 Come Dine With Me UK. (PG) 6.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Another Helping. (PG, R) 8.00 Seafood Odyssey. (PG, R) 8.30 Food Fight Club. (PG) 9.30 Royal Recipes. (PG) 10.30 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Butterbean’s Cafe. (R) 10.30 Dora. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. 12.00 PAW Patrol. 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 2.30 The Loud House. 3.00 SpongeBob. 3.30 Game Shakers. 4.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. 5.00 Sam And Cat. 5.30 Victorious. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1. (M, R) (2014) Jennifer Lawrence. 10.50 South Park. (M, R) 11.20 James Corden. (M) 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.40 Ngumpin Kartiya. (PG) 2.00 Shortland St. (PG) 2.30 Chefs’ Line. 3.00 Bushwhacked! (PG) 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG) 4.35 Molly Of Denali. 5.00 Our Stories. (PG) 5.30 APTN National News. 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.20 Yawuru Country. (R) 6.40 News. 6.50 Extreme Africa. (R) 7.40 Through The Wormhole. (PG, R) 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. (PG) 9.30 Colony. (MA15+, R) 11.10 Late Programs.

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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 10.30 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One. (R) 11.10 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.10 Unforgotten. (M, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Budget 2022: The Treasurer’s Speech. Josh Frydenberg delivers the Federal Budget. 8.00 Budget 2022: An ABC News Special. Coverage of the 2022 Federal Budget. 9.00 Budget 2022: Reaction And Analysis. Continuing analysis of the 2022 Federal Budget as David Speers is joined by Andrew Probyn, Laura Tingle and experts. 10.00 The Business. Hosted by Kathryn Robinson. 10.30 Four Corners. (R) Investigative journalism program. 11.15 Media Watch. (PG, R) Hosted by Paul Barry. 11.30 Parliament Question Time. Coverage of Question Time. 12.30 Harrow. (M, R) Two young travellers are found dead. 3.10 Rage. (MA15+) Continuous music programming. 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? The Unseen Bits. (PG, R) (Final) 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (PG) (Final) 9.15 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M) 9.35 Gavin & Stacey. (M, R) 10.05 Schitt’s Creek. 10.30 The Office. 11.00 Starstruck. (Final) 11.25 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 11.45 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 12.10 Plebs. (Final) 12.35 Parks And Recreation. 12.55 Black Comedy. 1.25 ABC News Update. 1.30 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME 6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.05 Miraculous. (PG, R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.35 Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors? (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. (PG, R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (R) 8.00 The Penguins Of Madagascar. (R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.50 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Rage. (PG, R) 10.55 Close.

ABC NEWS 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.30 Capital Hill. 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 Evening News. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Budget 2022: The Treasurer’s Speech. 8.00 Budget 2022: An ABC News Special. 9.00 Budget 2022: Reaction And Analysis. 10.00 The Business. 10.30 The World. 11.30 News. 12.00 Budget 2022: An ABC News Special. (R) 1.00 Budget 2022: Reaction And Analysis. (R) 2.00 The Business. (R) 2.25 Late Programs.

NINE

Sunrise. The Morning Show. (PG) Seven Morning News. MOVIE: Mommy, I Didn’t Do It. (M, R) (2017) Danica McKellar. What The Killer Did Next: Sian Roberts. (M, R) Hosted by Philip Glenister. The Chase. Seven News At 4. The Chase Australia.

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Today. Today Extra. (PG) Morning News. Married At First Sight. (M, R) Getaway. (PG, R) The team checks into a family-friendly holiday park. Pointless. (PG) Tipping Point. (PG) Afternoon News. Millionaire Hot Seat. WIN News.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Dog House Australia. (R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 France 24 English News First Edition. 6.30 Al Jazeera. 7.00 BBC News. 7.30 Italian News. 8.10 Filipino News. 8.40 French News TV5MONDE. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. (R) 2.00 North America With Simon Reeve. (PG, R) 3.10 Going Places. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Nikau accuses Chloe of revenge. Felicity has a dangerous fix for Mackenzie’s debt. 7.30 SAS Australia. (M) Aussie celebrities tackle a series of physical and psychological tests from the SAS selection process. 9.50 The Latest: Seven News. 10.50 MOVIE: Payback. (MA15+, R) (1999) A small-time crook seeks revenge after being double-crossed and left for dead by his wife and partner-in-crime. However, to complete his mission, he must also match wits with a criminal organisation. Mel Gibson, Gregg Henry, Maria Bello.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. (M) The social experiment continues under the watchful gaze of John Aiken, Mel Schilling and Alessandra Rampolla. 9.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (M) Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts. 10.00 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world. 10.30 True Story With Hamish & Andy: Sam. (M, R) Meet Sam, who shares a story about how a series of escalating dares got dangerously out of hand. 11.00 Mr Mayor. (PG) A mandatory staff meeting derails plans. 11.25 Killed By My Stalker. (M, R) Takes a look at the case of Clare Bernal.

6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. Follow the staff at the Animal Welfare League as it matches dogs to their new families. Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 8.30 NCIS. (M) Follows special agents who are part of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service in Washington, D.C. 9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M) Agents Torres and Knight travel to Hawai’i when they learn a key witness in one of their old cases has turned up there with crucial evidence. 10.30 NCIS. (M, R) The team assists Ziva with “the one thing” she said she would need to take care of before returning to her family. 11.30 The Project. (R) Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Stoke Mandeville To Beaconsfield. (PG) Michael Portillo continues his exploration of England’s Home Counties, beginning in Buckinghamshire. 8.30 Insight. Explores why first love is so powerful, and how it impacts our future lives and relationships. 9.30 Dateline. A look at Moldova, whose residents fear they may be the next country in Vladimir Putin’s firing line. 10.00 The Feed. A look inside a plan to stop domestic violence. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The Point. (R) Hosted by John Paul Janke and Narelda Jacobs. 11.30 Shadow Lines. (M) (Final) Helena and Julius confide in each other.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Delish. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup AFC Qualifier. Australia v Saudi Arabia. From King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Saudi Arabia.

12.20 Transplant. (M, R) 2.50 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG, R) 3.20 VICE Guide To Film. (M, R) 3.45 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Senegal v Egypt. From Stade du Senegal, Dakar, Senegal.

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6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 8.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Miniseries: Bancroft. (M, R) 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 2.00 Creek To Coast. (R) 2.30 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 4.30 Meghan & Harry: The Next Chapter. (PG, R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R) 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG, R) 8.30 Foyle’s War. (M, R) 10.40 Cold Case. (M, R) 12.45 Heathrow. (PG, R) 2.00 Late Programs.

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10 BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Xena. (M, R) 2.00 Hercules. (M, R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.00 Territory Cops. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Ghost In The Shell. (M, R) (2017) 10.30 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 11.00 Raymond. (PG, R) 11.30 Weird Science. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Biker Battleground Phoenix. (M) 1.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 2.00 Million Dollar Catch. (PG, R) 3.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 4.00 Fish’n Mates. (PG, R) 4.30 Shipping Wars. (PG, R) 5.00 Wheelburn. (PG) 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R) 8.30 Outback Truckers. (M, R) 10.30 Aussie Lobster Men. (PG) 11.30 Graveyard Carz. (PG) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 House Rules: High Stakes. (PG, R) 12.00 S.W.A.T. (2017) (M, R) 2.00 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 3.00 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 4.00 Futurama. (PG, R) 4.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 5.30 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 6.00 Futurama. (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M, R) 8.30 MOVIE: The Maze Runner. (M, R) (2014) Dylan O’Brien. 10.45 MOVIE: It. (MA15+, R) (2017) 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 8.00 A-League Highlights Show. (R) 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 10.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 11.00 JAG. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS. (M, R) 1.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 4.00 JAG. (PG, R) 5.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Bull. (M, R) 10.25 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+, R) 11.20 FBI. (R) 12.15 Shopping. (R) 12.45 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.15 Shopping. (R) 2.15 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The Bill. (M, R) 2.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.25 MOVIE: Private’s Progress. (R) (1956) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.40 The Closer. (M, R) 9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (MA15+, R) 10.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+, R) 11.40 Covert Affairs. (M, R) 12.35 Late Programs.

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SBS VICELAND

SBS FOOD

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 8.00 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 12.30 Big Bang. (M, R) 1.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 1.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 9.30 Mom. (M, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.30 Late Programs.

10 SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 House Hunters. (R) 1.00 Texas Flip And Move Specials. (R) 2.00 No Demo Reno. (R) 3.00 The Block Glasshouse. (PG, R) 4.00 Flip Or Flop Vegas. (PG, R) 4.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 5.00 Two Steps Home. (PG, R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 8.30 Fixer Upper. (PG, R) 9.30 Beach Around The World. (R) 10.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. (R) 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Basketball. NBA. Memphis Grizzlies v Milwaukee Bucks. Replay. 2.00 AusMoto Show. (R) 3.00 Video Game Show. (PG, R) 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. (R) 5.45 Shortland St. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live. (MA15+, R) 10.15 Adam Ruins Everything. (PG, R) 10.40 Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over. (MA15+, R) 11.35 The Bad Kids. (M) 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Lidia’s Italy. 1.30 Great British Food. 2.35 Bake With Anna. 3.00 Cook’s Pantry. 3.30 Free Range Cook. 4.00 Mystery Diners. 4.30 Choccywoccydoodah. 5.00 The Incredible Spice Men. 5.30 Come Dine With Me UK. 6.30 Cook And The Chef. 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Another Helping. (PG) 8.00 A Girl’s Guide. (PG) 8.30 Adam Liaw’s Road Trip For Good. (PG, R) 9.00 Lightened Up. (PG) (New Series) 9.30 Royal Recipes. (PG) 10.30 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Dora. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. 12.00 PAW Patrol. 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 2.30 The Loud House. 3.00 SpongeBob. 3.30 Game Shakers. 4.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. 5.00 Sam And Cat. (PG) 5.30 Victorious. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay. (MA15+, R) (2008) John Cho. 10.30 Just Tattoo Of Us. (MA15+, R) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Buwarrala Aryah. (PG) 2.00 Shortland St. (PG) 2.30 Chefs’ Line. 3.00 Bushwhacked! 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Wolf Joe. 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG) 4.35 Molly Of Denali. 5.00 Our Stories. 5.30 Indian Country Today. 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.30 News. 6.40 Extreme Africa. (R) 7.30 The Point. 8.00 Wellington Paranormal. (M, R) 8.30 Over The Black Dot. (2022) 9.00 Letterkenny. (M, R) 10.00 Gomorrah. (MA15+, R) 11.00 Late Programs.

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TV+

Wednesday March 30 ABC TV

PRIME7

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Monash And Me. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. (R) (Final) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

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6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 7.30. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Presenter Tom Gleeson grills four self-declared experts in a comedic quiz show. 8.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M) Host Shaun Micallef presents a round-up of important news stories of the week. 9.00 Tomorrow Tonight. (M) (Series return) Hosted by Annabel Crabb. 9.30 Melbourne Comedy Festival: The Gala. (M) From the Palais Theatre, Melbourne. 10.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (PG, R) 11.15 ABC Late News. 11.30 The Business. (R) 11.50 Killing Eve. (M, R) Eve delves into the past of her target. 12.30 1.30 2.10 3.05 4.25 5.25

Parliament Question Time. Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (PG, R) Harrow. (M, R) Rage. (MA15+) The Drum. (R) 7.30. (R)

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.20 Bluey. (R) 6.25 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Dino Dana. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 8.00 Art Works. (PG) 8.30 Tate Britain’s Great British Walks. (PG) 9.15 Fake Or Fortune? (R) (Final) 10.15 Keeping Australia Safe. (M, R) 11.15 Louis Theroux’s Forbidden America. (Final) 12.20 Parks And Recreation. 12.40 Parks And Recreation. 1.00 Black Comedy. 1.30 ABC News Update. 1.35 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME

NINE

6.00 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup AFC Qualifier. Australia v Saudi Arabia. Continued. 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 Ambulance Australia. (M, R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Senegal v Egypt. Continued. 6.15 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup CAF Qualifier. Algeria v Cameroon. 8.30 WorldWatch. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. (R) 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Theo fears for Leah’s return. 7.30 Police Strike Force. (M) Takes a look inside police investigations, stings and operations, as told by the men and women who were there when it happened. 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at the world of sport. 9.30 The Latest: Seven News. 10.00 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PG, R) Footage of headlinegrabbing moments, including a climber taking a 12.1 metre fall that is captured on his bodycam. 11.00 Autopsy USA: Gregg Allman. (MA15+) Takes a look at how Gregg Allman’s liver transplant became cancerous.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 To Be Advised. 10.00 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world. 10.30 Forensics: The Real CSI: Standard Evidence. (M) When the victim of a knife attack is unable to tell police what happened because he is in a medically induced coma, police try to use forensic evidence to identify his attacker. 11.40 Grand Hotel. (M, R) Danny struggles to keep his relationship with Alicia from her family. Gigi discovers the secrets that Santiago has been keeping from her, while Felix tries to make his way back into her life.

6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 Ambulance Australia. (M) (Final) It’s all systems go, with paramedics racing to the scene of a nasty motorbike and sidecar crash. A call comes in for a woman who has fallen off her balcony while trying to retrieve her friend’s cat. 9.30 Bull. (PG, R) After an expert on anthrax is accused of orchestrating a series of biological attacks, Bull sets out to prove the city was in such a rush to calm the public’s hysteria, they arrested the wrong person. 10.30 This Is Us. (PG) Beth prepares her dancers for the first big dance recital at her new job. 11.30 The Project. (R) Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Tony Robinson: Britain’s Greatest River. (PG) Part 1 of 4. Tony Robinson visits some of the most iconic landmarks in Britain that sit alongside, or over, the River Thames. 8.30 Life On The Outside. (MA15+) Part 3 of 3. The three formerly-incarcerated people – Jeremy, Sierra and Dane – approach the end of their 100day homestay. 9.35 The Responder. (MA15+) Chris plans to hand the drugs in. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 In Therapy. (M) (Final) Dayan goes to Ariane’s place, and confesses his feelings. 11.35 The Handmaid’s Tale. (M, R) June contemplates the possibility of freedom.

12.00 Splitting Up Together. (PG, R) Vlad asks Lena to help him on another project. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

12.25 The Good Fight. (M, R) 1.25 Before We Die. (M, R) 3.45 Motherboard. (PG, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

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6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 8.00 Harry’s Practice. (R) 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Miniseries: Bancroft. (M, R) 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 2.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 4.30 QE2: The World’s Greatest Cruise Ship. (PG, R) 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R) 7.30 The Coroner. (M, R) 8.30 Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. (M) 9.30 Frankie Drake Mysteries. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Xena. (M, R) 2.00 Hercules. (M, R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.00 Territory Cops. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: Kill Bill: Vol. 1. (MA15+, R) (2003) 10.40 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 11.05 Raymond. (PG, R) 11.35 Weird Science. (M, R) 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Capital Hill. 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 Evening News. 7.00 Shane Warne State Memorial Service. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. (R) 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 China Tonight. (R) 1.00 News. 1.15 The Business. (R) 1.30 7.30. (R) 2.00 DW News. 2.30 News Overnight. 2.45 The Drum. (R) 3.45 Late Programs.

10 BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 A Football Life. (PG, R) 11.00 America’s Game. (R) 12.00 Biker Battleground Phoenix. (M) 1.00 Outback Truckers. (M, R) 3.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 4.00 Fish’n Mates. (PG, R) 4.30 Shipping Wars. (PG, R) 5.00 Portland Charter Boat Wars. (PG) 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 8.30 MOVIE: The Enforcer. (MA15+, R) (1976) Clint Eastwood. 10.35 MOVIE: Sudden Impact. (MA15+, R) (1983) 1.05 Late Programs.

6.00 TV Shop. (R) 7.00 Creflo. (PG) 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The Bill. (M, R) 3.00 Explore. (PG, R) 3.05 MOVIE: The Winslow Boy. (R) (1948) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 As Time Goes By. (R) 8.50 Midsomer Murders. (M, R) 10.50 House. (M, R) 11.50 Footy Classified. (M) 12.50 Explore. (R) 1.00 TV Shop. (R) 1.30 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Beach Around The World. (R) 1.00 Open Homes Australia. (R) 2.00 Fixer Upper. (PG, R) 3.00 The Block Glasshouse. (PG, R) 4.00 Flip Or Flop Vegas. (PG, R) 4.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 5.00 Country House Hunters Australia. (R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 Masters Of Flip. (R) 8.30 Home Town. (R) 9.30 House Hunters Reno. (R) 10.30 Caribbean Life. 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Payday. (M, R) 1.40 Noisey. (M, R) 2.10 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw Bitesize. (R) 2.15 Motherboard. (PG, R) 2.45 Child Genius. (R) 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. (R) 5.45 Shortland St. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. (PG, R) 9.30 MOVIE: The Fountain. (M, R) (2006) 11.20 MOVIE: Hustle & Flow. (M, R) (2005) 1.25 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 8.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 1.30 Friends. (PG, R) 2.30 NBL Slam. 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 10.10 Mom. (M, R) 12.00 Shopping. (R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 1.30 Late Programs.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 House Rules: High Stakes. (PG, R) 12.00 S.W.A.T. (2017) (M, R) 2.00 Jabba’s Movies. (PG, R) 2.30 American Dad! (M, R) 3.00 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 4.00 Futurama. (PG, R) 4.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 5.30 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 6.00 American Dad! (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 Family Guy. (M, R) 8.00 American Dad! (M, R) 8.30 Ramsay’s Hotel Hell. (M, R) 9.30 Kitchen Nightmares USA. (MA15+, R) 11.30 Bridezillas. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND

6.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 8.00 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 2. Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Highlights. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 10.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 11.00 JAG. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS. (M, R) 1.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 4.00 JAG. (PG, R) 5.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R) 10.20 FBI: Most Wanted. (R) 11.15 FBI. (M, R) 12.10 Shopping. (R) 1.40 Late Programs.

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Today. Today Extra. (PG) Morning News. Married At First Sight. (M, R) My Way. (PG) Hosted by Tim Blackwell. Pointless. (PG) Presented by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. Tipping Point. (PG) Afternoon News. Millionaire Hot Seat. WIN News.

Sunrise. The Morning Show. (PG) Seven Morning News. MOVIE: Nightmare Tenant. (M, R) (2018) Lauralee Bell. Autopsy USA: Bernie Mac. (M, R) A look at the death of Bernie Mac. The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh. Seven News At 4. The Chase Australia.

7MATE

6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.05 Miraculous. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.35 Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors? (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. (R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (PG, R) 8.00 The Penguins Of Madagascar. (R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.50 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Rage. (PG, R) 10.55 Close.

Dubbo’s TV Guide

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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Lidia’s Italy. 1.30 Great British Food. 2.35 Bake With Anna. 3.00 Cook’s Pantry. 3.30 Free Range Cook. 4.00 Mystery Diners. (PG) 4.30 Choccywoccydoodah. (PG) 5.00 The Incredible Spice Men. 5.30 Come Dine With Me UK. (PG) 6.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Food Heroes: Another Helping. (PG, R) 8.00 Field Trip. (PG, R) 8.30 James Martin’s American Adventure. (PG) 9.30 Royal Recipes. (PG) 10.30 Late Programs.

NITV

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Team Umizoomi. 9.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. 9.30 Guppies. 10.00 Butterbean’s Cafe. (R) 10.30 Dora. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. 12.00 PAW Patrol. 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 2.30 The Loud House. 3.00 SpongeBob. 3.30 Game Shakers. 4.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. 5.00 Sam And Cat. 5.30 Victorious. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 Catfish: The TV Show. (M) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.25 Death In Thunder Bay. (M, R) 2.00 Shortland St. (PG, R) 2.30 Chefs’ Line. (R) 3.00 Bushwhacked! (R) 3.25 The Magic Canoe. (R) 3.50 Wolf Joe. (R) 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. (R) 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG, R) 4.35 Molly Of Denali. (R) 5.00 Our Stories. (R) 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.30 News. 6.40 Extreme Africa. (PG, R) 7.30 Country Music. (PG, R) 8.30 Yokayi Footy. 9.25 This Magic Moment. (PG, R) 11.15 Late Programs.

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Dubbo’s TV Guide

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6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. (R) 10.30 Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R) 11.00 The Poles Revealed. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 1.30 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.15 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Wide Open Spaces. (R) 4.10 Escape From The City. (R) 5.10 You Can’t Ask That. (PG, R) 5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 9.00 11.30 12.00 2.00 2.30

Sunrise. The Morning Show. (PG) Seven Morning News. MOVIE: Falling Down. (M, R) (1993) Highway Cops. (PG, R) Dog Patrol. (PG, R) A cruise ship gets checked by authorities. 3.00 The Chase. (R) Hosted by Bradley Walsh. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 9.00 11.30 12.00

Today. Today Extra. (PG) Morning News. MOVIE: Before I Fall. (M, R) (2017) Zoey Deutch. Pointless. (PG) Presented by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. Tipping Point. (PG) Afternoon News. Millionaire Hot Seat. WIN News.

6.00 The Talk. (PG) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 First Dates Australia. (PG, R) 2.00 Entertainment Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 BBC News. 7.30 Italian News. 8.10 Filipino News. 8.40 French News TV5MONDE. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. (R) 2.00 North America With Simon Reeve. (M, R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PG, R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG) 4.10 Portillo’s Greatest Railway Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news. 6.55 Sammy J. (PG) Presented by Sammy J. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Budget 2022: Opposition Reply. Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese delivers a budget response. 8.00 7.30. Presented by Leigh Sales. 8.30 Q+A. Public affairs program featuring a panel of experts and commentators answering questions. 9.35 Rosie Batty’s One Plus One: Hannah Gadsby. Comedian Hannah Gadsby talks to Rosie Batty. 10.05 Scottish Vets Down Under. (PG, R) Dr Chris is surprised in surgery. 10.35 ABC Late News. Detailed coverage of the day’s events. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Manolo: The Boy Who Made Shoes For Lizards. (M, R)

6.00 6.30 7.00 7.30

PRIME7 News. PRIME7 News @ 6:30. Home And Away. (PG) MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban. (PG, R) (2004) Now in his third year at Hogwarts, 13-year-old Harry Potter, learns that an escaped prisoner, who has ties to Voldemort, is hunting him. In a bid for help, he turns to a new teacher, Professor Lupin. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson. 10.15 The Latest: Seven News. 10.45 MOVIE: Striptease. (MA15+, R) (1996) While investigating a murder involving a corrupt congressman, a detective enlists the help of a single mother who is working as a stripper to gain custody of her child. Demi Moore, Burt Reynolds, Armand Assante.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 4. Gold Coast Titans v Wests Tigers. From Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast. 9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. Postmatch NRL news and analysis. 10.45 Nine News Late. Takes a look at the latest news and events from Australia and around the world. 11.15 New Amsterdam. (M, R) Max is forced to examine the inequities in child labor for women of colour. Lauren must deal with an overcrowded ED. Reynolds finds himself experiencing something new on the job.

6.30 The Project. Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics. 7.30 First Dates Australia. Singles in search of love are brought together at a restaurant for a blind first date. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. (M) A diverse range of people open their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows, with the help of special, locked-off cameras which capture every unpredictable moment. 9.30 To Be Advised. 10.40 Blue Bloods. (M, R) After a woman’s body is found at a men’s-only club, Danny and Baez investigate if her death was an accident. Frank asks Abigail and Sid to discover if the chief of Internal Affairs is having a affair. 11.30 The Project. (R) Join the hosts for a look at the day’s news, events and hot topics.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG) Presented by Marc Fennell. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Every Family Has A Secret: Priti Gatto And Prashant Ieraci And Dawn Slater. (PG) Indian-born siblings Priti Gatto and Prashant Ieraci go in search of the truth surrounding their mother’s death. 8.30 The Royals: Keeping The Crown: Rebel Princess. (PG) The royal family looks to relaunch its brand with a new princess, but Diana Spencer’s marriage into the royal family proves disastrous. 9.30 Sex, Myths And The Menopause. (M) English TV presenter Davina McCall looks at the issue of menopause and why it has become a taboo subject in recent years. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Gomorrah. (MA15+) (Series return)

12.35 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 1.35 Top Of The Lake: China Girl. (M, R) 2.35 Harrow. (M, R) (Final) 3.30 Rage. (MA15+) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.20 Sammy J. (PG, R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

1.10 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

12.05 The Horn. (M, R) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PG) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Hosted by Stephen Colbert. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

12.55 Manayek. (MA15+) 2.40 Blinded. (M, R) 3.35 Motherboard. (MA15+, R) 4.35 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

ABC TV PLUS 6.00 Children’s Programs. 6.40 Andy’s Safari Adventures. (R) 7.00 Dino Dana. (R) 7.10 Andy And The Band. (R) 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 8.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG) 9.10 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 9.40 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. (M, R) 10.10 QI. (PG, R) 10.45 Tomorrow Tonight. 11.20 Live At The Apollo. (Final) 12.05 Would I Lie To You? The Unseen Bits. 12.35 Parks And Recreation. 1.20 Black Comedy. 1.50 Plebs. (Final) 2.15 ABC News Update. 2.20 Close. 5.05 Children’s Programs.

ABC ME 6.00 Children’s Programs. 1.30 Robot Wars. (R) 2.30 Children’s Programs. 5.50 Total DramaRama. (R) 6.05 Miraculous. (R) 6.25 BTN Newsbreak. 6.35 Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors? (R) 7.00 Horrible Histories. (PG, R) 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. (R) 7.35 Spirit Riding Free. (R) 8.00 The Penguins Of Madagascar. (R) 8.25 TMNT. (PG, R) 8.50 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. (R) 9.00 So Awkward. (R) 9.30 Find Me In Paris. (R) 9.55 Rage. (PG, R) 10.55 Close.

ABC NEWS 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.30 Capital Hill. 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 Evening News. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Budget 2022: Opposition Reply. 8.00 7.30. 8.30 ABC News Tonight. 9.30 7.30. (R) 9.45 The Business. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Budget 2022: Opposition Reply. (R) 1.00 News. 1.15 The Business. (R) 1.30 7.30. (R) 2.00 DW News. 2.30 Late Programs.

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9GO!

6.00 Shopping. (R) 6.30 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 8.00 Jabba’s Movies. (PG, R) 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 9.30 NBC Today. (R) 12.00 Miniseries: Bancroft. (M, R) 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R) 2.30 Sons And Daughters. (PG, R) 4.30 To Be Advised. 5.30 Escape To The Country. (R) 6.30 Bargain Hunt. (PG, R) 7.30 Father Brown. (M, R) 8.30 Inspector George Gently. (M, R) 10.30 Without A Trace. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

10 BOLD

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Xena. (M, R) 2.00 Hercules. (M, R) 3.00 The Nanny. (PG, R) 3.30 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 4.00 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 4.30 Raymond. (PG, R) 5.30 The Nanny. (PG, R) 6.00 3rd Rock. (PG, R) 6.30 That ’70s Show. (PG, R) 7.00 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 7.30 Survivor 42. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Jaws 2. (M, R) (1978) 10.55 Young Sheldon. (PG, R) 11.20 Raymond. (PG, R) 11.50 Weird Science. (M, R) 12.20 Below Deck Mediterranean. (M, R) 1.15 Late Programs.

7MATE

9GEM

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 A Football Life. (PG, R) 11.00 America’s Game. (R) 12.00 Biker Battleground Phoenix. (M) 1.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG, R) 3.00 Hellfire Heroes. (PG, R) 4.00 Fish’n Mates. (PG, R) 4.30 Pawn Stars UK. (PG, R) 5.00 Shipping Wars. (PG, R) 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. (PG, R) 6.00 American Pickers. (PG, R) 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 3. Western Bulldogs v Sydney. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 MOVIE: Predator 2. (MA15+, R) (1990) 1.30 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 TV Shop. (R) 7.00 Creflo. (PG) 7.30 TV Shop. (R) 10.30 Pointless. (PG, R) 11.30 My Favorite Martian. (R) 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. (M) 12.55 The Young And The Restless. (PG) 1.50 The Bill. (M, R) 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 3.30 MOVIE: Carry On Screaming! (PG, R) (1966) 5.30 Murder, She Wrote. (PG, R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 RBT. (M) 8.30 The Price Of Duty. (M, R) 9.30 Casualty 24/7. (M) 10.30 Law & Order. (M, R) 11.30 House. (M, R) 12.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE

7FLIX 6.00 It’s Academic. (R) 7.00 Flushed. (R) 8.00 Match It. (R) 9.00 Shopping. (R) 10.30 House Rules: High Stakes. (PG, R) 12.00 S.W.A.T. (2017) (M, R) 3.00 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 4.00 American Dad! (PG, R) 4.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 5.30 My Name Is Earl. (PG, R) 6.00 American Dad! (PG, R) 6.30 Simpsons. (PG, R) 7.30 MOVIE: Contagion. (M, R) (2011) 9.45 MOVIE: Outbreak. (M, R) (1995) 12.25 The Mentalist. (M, R) 2.30 Fresh TV. (R) 3.00 How I Met Your Mother. (PG, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Infomercials. (PG, R) 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. (R) 8.30 NBL Slam. (R) 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 10.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 11.00 JAG. (PG, R) 12.00 NCIS. (M, R) 1.00 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M, R) 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG, R) 4.00 JAG. (PG, R) 5.00 ST: Next Gen. (PG, R) 6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 Bull. (M, R) 10.30 NCIS: LA. (M, R) 12.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 1.00 Shopping. (R) 2.00 NCIS: New Orleans. (M, R) 4.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Stephen Colbert. (PG, R) 7.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 8.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 9.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 11.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 12.00 This Is Us. (PG, R) 1.00 Big Bang. (PG, R) 1.30 Friends. (PG, R) 2.00 Mom. (M, R) 3.00 King Of Queens. (PG, R) 4.00 Becker. (PG, R) 5.00 Frasier. (PG, R) 6.00 Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 Big Bang. (M, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.30 Seinfeld. (PG, R) 11.00 Mom. (M, R) 12.00 Late Programs.

10 SHAKE

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Home Town. (R) 1.00 Flip Or Flop Vegas. (PG, R) 1.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 2.00 Caribbean Life. (R) 3.00 The Block Glasshouse. (PG, R) 4.00 Flip Or Flop Vegas. (PG, R) 4.30 Hidden Potential. (R) 5.00 House Hunters Reno. (R) 6.00 House Hunters Int. (R) 7.00 House Hunters. (R) 7.30 House Hunters Int. 8.30 Fixer To Fabulous. 9.30 My Lottery Dream Home. (PG, R) 10.30 Flipping Showdown. 11.30 House Hunters Int. (R) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Butterbean’s Cafe. (R) 10.30 Dora. (R) 11.00 Blaze And The Monster Machines. 12.00 PAW Patrol. 2.00 Bunsen Is A Beast. (PG) 2.30 The Loud House. 3.00 SpongeBob. 3.30 Game Shakers. 4.00 Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. 5.00 Sam And Cat. 5.30 Victorious. 6.00 The Middle. (PG, R) 7.30 The Office. (PG, R) 8.30 South Park. (MA15+, R) 10.30 BoJack Horseman. (MA15+, R) 11.00 BoJack Horseman. (M, R) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30 Late Programs.

SBS VICELAND 6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Jasper And Errol’s First Time. (M, R) 1.00 Most Expensivest. (M, R) 2.00 Unknown Amazon. (PG, R) 2.50 Cyberwar. (PG, R) 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.15 Joy Of Painting. (R) 5.45 Shortland St. (PG) 6.15 Forged In Fire. (PG, R) 7.05 Jeopardy! (PG, R) 7.30 News. 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. (M, R) 8.30 Roswell: The First Witness. (R) 9.10 Behind Bars: World’s Toughest Prisons. (MA15+) 10.10 One Armed Chef. (M) 11.05 The Feed. (R) 11.35 Vikings. (M, R) 12.25 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Lidia’s Italy. (R) 1.30 Great British Food. (PG, R) 2.30 Bake With Anna. (R) 3.00 Cook’s Pantry. (R) 3.30 Free Range Cook. (R) 4.00 Mystery Diners. (PG, R) 4.30 Choccywoccydoodah. (PG, R) 5.00 The Incredible Spice Men. (R) 5.30 Come Dine With Me UK. (PG) 6.30 Cook And The Chef. (R) 7.00 The Cook Up. (PG) 7.30 Rick Stein’s Taste Of The Sea. (PG, R) 8.00 Return To River Cottage. (PG) 8.30 Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted. (PG) 9.30 Royal Recipes. (PG) 10.30 Late Programs.

NITV 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Shortland St. (PG, R) 2.30 Chefs’ Line. (R) 3.00 Bushwhacked! (PG, R) 3.25 The Magic Canoe. (R) 3.50 Wolf Joe. (R) 4.00 Aussie Bush Tales. (R) 4.10 Grace Beside Me. (PG, R) 4.35 Molly Of Denali. (R) 5.00 Our Stories. (PG, R) 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. (R) 6.30 News. 6.40 Extreme Africa. (R) 7.30 Going Places. (R) 8.30 Tribal. (M) 9.20 MOVIE: Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai. (MA15+, R) (1999) 11.20 Late Programs.

ODDS, ENDS & INSPIRATION cal monkeys, as a thank you for drawSTRANGE BUT TRUE ing tourists to the town. z In 2006, an Athens court ordered z The role of U.S. first lady isn’t rethe worship of the 12 gods of ancient served solely for the president’s wife. Greece – including Zeus, Hera, Hermes, Historically, some first ladies have inAthena and others – to be unbanned. cluded nieces, sisters or daughters-inz Vikings fed their wounded soldiers law of the sitting president. a strong onion soup to help gauge z The word “and” and the ampersand the depth of a stomach wound. After symbol (&) mean different things in a few minutes, they would smell the movie credits. Two writers’ names wound and if they could smell the joined with an ampersand means onion soup, they knew the wound was they collaborated, while “and” means too deep and the soldier could not be they worked on the script at different saved. times. z The “artificial strawberry flavour” in z Researchers have discovered that a McDonald’s milkshake is made up of the Fritillaria delavayi plant, which has around 45 chemicals. been used in Chinese traditional mediz American TV trivia: “Jeopardy!” cine for 2000 years, has evolved camcontestants stand on adjustable plat- ouflage in heavily harvested areas. forms so that they all appear to be the z In 1355, a dispute between two stusame height on camera. dents from Oxford University and a loz On the last Sunday of November in cal tavern owner over the quality of its Lopburi, Thailand, an annual Monkey wine grew so heated that it resulted Buffet Festival is held that provides in a three-day-long riot, which left 63 food and drink to more than 2000 lo- students and 30 locals dead.

NOW HERE’S A TIP z Here’s a great tip for freezing strawberries: Slip a berry into each section of an ice-cube tray, and then stack trays in the freezer. When frozen, transfer berries to a zipper-top bag and store in the freezer. They won’t stick together, and you can just use what you need. z “Vinegar (1/3 cup) works just as well as rinsing agents in your dishwasher. Simply add it to the wash with your regular dishwasher detergent. It can help with cloudy glassware.” – W.C. z “Another great use for a length of nylon stocking, or a knee-high, as we used to call them: Slip over your pet brush and poke the bristles through. Brush your cat or dog as normal. When you’re done, you can pull the knee-high stocking right off

and all the hair will be caught inside!” – P.K. z If you have a pickle- or jam-jar lid that’s stuck on, try using the handle end of a butter knife to tap a few indentations around the edges. This can sometimes loosen the seal, making it easier to remove the lid. z “When you get to the bottom of a bag of chips or a box of crackers, there usually are a lot of crumbs. I save ours in a baggie, then add them to breadcrumbs to bread fish or chicken. They add a lot of flavour, and it’s basically free! It’s funny, because I see packages of flavoured breadcrumbs at the supermarket, and they are pretty expensive.” – R.L. z Fresh ginger can be frozen. Simply grate as needed. The flavour remains, and it will stay fresh much longer.

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Greyhounds just love to run!

By GEOFF MANN DUBBO Greyhound Club hosted what is claimed to be the richest middle-distance race in the world at Dawson Park on Saturday night. The Stockman & Paddock Country Classic Final winner Zipping Kyrgios trained in Orange by John Finn took home $125,000 while his kennel mate Zipping Alabama added $15,000 after finishing third. Dubbo President Shane Stiff was a happy man.

“On Friday we unveiled our new broadcast tower with state-of-the-art facilities for stewards and judges. Our photo finish is top of the range and our caller Michael Dumesney was falling out of his seat with excitement. The best seat in the house, literally.” The Brother Fox Carnival will be another draw card next month and then in May the Dawson Park track will light up on the eve of the South Sydney/Canberra Raiders NRL Grinning winners: Happy owners after Zipping Kyrgios flew home to claim the richest middle distance race in the world. clash. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED BY JASON MCKEOWN PHOTOGRAPHY

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By GEOFF MANN DUBBO Hockey Association has achieved an outstanding result at the recent Hockey NSW Awards, presented with the Community Award for their staging of the Masters in the Bush Hockey carnival. Association President Tracey Hardie-Jones is rapt: “This award has allowed

Dubbo Hockey to be widely recognised Australia wide which in turn has seen player and team nominations grow for this year's annual event,” she said. Fifteen teams will be competing across three divisions over the 3-day carnival this weekend with players coming from right across Australia. “We see the carnival growing exponentially into the future

as hockey grows in numbers and Dubbo gets the opportunity to field a second turf.” Tracey told Dubbo Photo News the weekend will feature an amazing display of hockey skills, teamwork and most of all fun. “The weekend will benefit the Dubbo community as a whole with a number of players extending their stay in

Dubbo visiting local attractions as well as the commercial and entertainment sector,” the Australian Masters player added. Anyone around Dubbo who would like to see some good hockey, the carnival commences on Friday 25th March at 10.30am and concludes with finals on Sunday afternoon at the Pioneer Park Complex in West Dubbo.

SIXTEEN Senior and Junior Members participated in our second last Weekly Swim on Tuesday 15 March with some good times recorded. Michael McLaughlan won the Seniors 30 metre event being minus 0.08 outside his time while Colin Sheridan won the Seniors 50m event being (-0.19). Lilly Sheridan and Zacary Hill took out the Junior events and Nick Knowles and Bella Sheridan combined to win the Brace Relay, plus 2.81 outside their time. Juniors 30m – Lilly Sheridan (-.02); 2nd Bella Sheridan (-.10), 3rd Zachary Hill (-.4) 50m – Zacary Hill (-.07); Bonni Sheridan (+.44); 3rd Bella Sheridan (+.59) Seniors 30m – Michael McLaughlan (-.08); 2nd Colin Sheridan (-.19); 3rd Joe Ryan (-.22) 50 – Colin Sheridan (+.98); 2nd Terry Dray (-1.14); 3rd Di Donnelly (+1.37 Brace Relay 1st: Bella Sheridan & Nick Knowles (+2.81); 2nd:Bonni Sheridan & Mason Hill (+3.72); 3rd:Zacary Hill & Colin Sheridan (+4.14)

Golf keeps Tina healthy – and young!

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TINA Beggs had just completed her regular nine holes at Dubbo Golf Course when we spoke on Monday. The octogenarian is one of twenty ladies in the group who have notched up eight decades or more. “I’m not the oldest though. Marie Roberts hits 90 in April; I tick over 89 years next month,” Tina smiled. The infectious enthusiasm of the keen social golfer radiates as she reflects on starting the nine Holes Monday round 20 years ago. “We wanted to encourage women to get out on the course, have fun and meet people. It is a real pleasure to be with the

others and I always bounce out of bed on Mondays,” she said. Does she have a “best moment”? “Well, I shot a net 69 one day but was so excited I forgot to put in my card. I was disqualified but I’ve still got the card as proof,” she laughed. Tina also recalled the day she competed over 36 holes but “missed out by that much”. “My opponent was 10 years younger plus I had to cede her 10 shots,” more an explanation than an excuse. Did Tina ever have ambitions of making it into the pro ranks? “Not really, I just love the game and the

excitement of an occasional birdie. When the Women's Professionals competed in the NSW Open a couple of years ago I acted as a spotter. Some of them drove the ball so far they couldn’t find them without a couple of us to help out!” Tina says there is no doubt the pandemic has impacted golf. “Hospitality has dropped off. At the height of the COVID lockdown we couldn’t even stop at the 19th for a drink. We just had to drop off our cards and go but every month we now have a shotgun start and usually stay around, socially distanced of course, and catch up.” Congratulations Tina, truly inspirational.

The Sundy morning bowls social – mannerisms Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’ IT goes unnoticed most of the time but check out the way bowlers at both ends of a rink act as their bowl rolls towards the intended target. It all starts when the bowl is released from the hand. There are the hand gestures, the attempt to create enough breeze to force the bowl to travel further, or bend more, or slow down or stop or about to hit something, or ‘nearly’! There are also the hand gestures that indicate that the bowler needs to do better – like ‘ya too short’, or ‘ya too long’, ‘ya gotta be wider (or not so)’! These are all done with hand gestures and of course, the bowler is given directions on where to position the bowl. It might be with arms outstretched or ‘measured’, or the bowls’ cloth dragged on the green, or the placement of the foot where the bowl is to stop.

Then there are the body positions by either the ‘roller’ or those at the end where the bowl is travelling – the bend of the head, the bend of the body, the bending of knees to get the eyes closer to the green for a better view; the hands on/over the head, the tossing of the arms in the air of despair. Sometimes there are murmurs, some soft, some much louder, these are for the sheer frustration of the result – “yuk”! The social bowler may exhibit all of these attributes, however the cheers of success spread across the green, the joy shared with everyone. Perhaps it might just be bragging to all the others! RSL Combo Sundy social bowls rolled off minus some of the members who were playing in the Women’s State Pennants finals. The ageless Ron McAuley was the lead for Mel Giddings and Phil Knight against Sue O’Dea and her partners Cheryl Storch and John

Cole. Sue’s team opened with a three-shotter but Ron’s mob matched these and added to for a 5-3 lead after End three. Scores fluctuated and Sue’s team was seemingly in control ahead 13-6 at End 10. However by the end of 14, Phil had his team back within two before John, Cheryl and Sue fought back to take the game 16 shots to 12. Matt Quill and Gordon Scott were opposed on another rink – Matt’s with Ron Morrison and Dave Davis, Gordon joined by Shirley Marchant and Allan Stratford, the determined former state hockey champion. After nine ends it was seven shots each; after 13, 11 apiece. Now the pressure, the tension and the demands kicked in. A single shot helped team Matt, but Gordon, Shirley and Allan held their nerve and scored three shots on the last two to pinch the win 14 shots to 12.

The ‘TV rink’ was the location for a kinda one-sided game between Sue McAuley, Julie Brown and Eric Satchell and Leo Balstrad, Gordon Lummis and Col Dover. Col showed he had lost nothing of his form in his few weeks off and combined with Leo who has been very consistent with his new ‘Bronco’ bowls while Gordon set it up for Col to finish off. They opened their game with a six-zip lead by end 4 and were never headed. After 11 Sue, Julie and Satch got close – 7 shots to 8 – and this sparked Col’s lot who piled on 11 shots over the last five ends – including a five on end 13 – to claim the win 19 shots to 7. Beryl Scott, Frank Armstrong and Chris Cristante combined to meet Helene Emblem, Pete Bennison with Pete Ruzans in what turned out to be the closest match of the day. Four each after five quickly blew out to 17 to 6 after 13 as Chris’s team led by 11 with just

three to play. With a bit of grit, Helene improved her game, Pete “squared”, steadied and rolled well to the end. They scored 10 shots on the final three, including a bumper five on the 16th – 1716 the result for Beryl, Frank and Chris. Chris Strojny, Doc Livingston and Mike Twohill dictated terms winning 11 ends to five over John Kennedy, Paul Goodstat and Kevin Scott and converted that ‘mat time’ into an 18 shots to 9, while Sue Armstrong, Ross Pharo and Pete Sinclair outplayed Paul Martin, Paul Woodbridge and Tod O’Dea 19 shots to 10.  Winners – Leo Balstrad, Gordon Lummis and Col Dover with 23,  Runners up – Chris Strojny, Doc Livingston and Mike Twohill (20)  Lucky door – Paul Woodbridge, Ron Morrison and Pete Bennison.

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By GEOFF MANN JAMES Robinson has been selected in the 15’s NSW team to play in Newcastle from April 7-13. James has been wielding a hockey stick since he was five. He used to tag along to Pioneer Park with his older sister and filled in when the school team was short. The youngster played school and junior hockey in Geraldton Western Australia before the family moved to Dubbo in July 2020. Dubbo President Tracey Hardie-Jones remembers when James moved to Dubbo. “He played junior hockey the first weekend in town and then

joined a local men’s team. He was in the U15 NSW squad in 2021 and has now made the team for 2022. James has been busy over the first few months, playing both the Men’s and U15 boys state indoor championships earlier this year. He has also participated in the Hockey NSW Centre of Development program which culminated in the Regional Challenge carnival in Newcastle two weeks ago. “James enjoys the physical aspect of hockey and the rewards of being part of a team. He is continually developing his skills including drag flicks for goals and we are excited for what the future holds for this talented young athlete,” Tracey said with just a hint of pride.

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TITAN MUD RUN 2022 ~ TEAMS AND Photos by Ken Smith

The Men’s Elite Winner, Elliot White and Lynnie Thompson. Elliot’s time was 55 mins

The Ladies Elite, Daneeca O’Brien (2nd), Rowena Horton (3rd) and (4th) Tijana Birdjan

Hannah and Immi Fabros

Lynnie Thompson with the Ladies Elite Winner, Melissa Bonnici. Melissa’s time was 83 minutes.

Ben Collins, Natasha Galvin, Ash Parkes and Shay Rennie

Maddi Wright and Tom Vanti Mud, Sweat & Beers (with soft drinks for the younger team members)

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South Dubbo CLONTARF ready for a big day as volunteers. DPN was later told that this group had an extremely busy day, earning high praise for assisting many around the muddy course.

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Team title Winner (DPN choice), School of Rural Health, Emergency MUDDICAL Team

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The Elite Men, Ben Wright (2nd), Elliot White (1st) and Mark Cook (3rd) Let’s get muddy, Kids Titans at the start position.

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Doug Binney, Terry and Baden Lyons with Mark Tyrrell

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Dubbo Photo News’ Tijana Birdjan overcomes another slippery hurdle. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

Mud run, I'm physically done (until next year) Comment By TIJANA BIRDJAN THE highly anticipated Titan Macquarie Mud Run was held on Saturday morning with more than 1000 adults and children competing in the annual event. This year’s course featured more than 30 obstacles over a course of 9km including two river crossings and one water walk. I competed in the 8.20 wave individually, facing barbed wire crawls, wall jumps, rope climbs, mud pits and swimming in the river current. I was very nervous coming into the course as I have never done anything like it before: I like to run – but that was it. I heard whispers saying it was difficult, but I had no idea what to expect. Due to the intensity of some of the obstacles, teamwork was a key necessity to complete the mud run to its full potential. I was lucky to be scattered alongside the Clancy Automotive team members who adopted me as their newest member. Rolling up hills and running towards the tyre push, the team suggested I do the remainder of the challenges with them for an extra hand when completing

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the obstacles. Struggling to compete the course by myself – I was extremely grateful to cross the finish line as a part of their team. Crawling through mud pits and sliding into mud pools, I was looking forward to the river swims – without knowing that the course featured rolling through loose grass. From only 500m into the race the only thing I could feel, taste, see and smell was mud. Covered from head to toe in mud – there was not a crevasse left exposed. The day was perfect with more than 80 volunteers monitoring the safety precautions of each obstacle. There were laughs, support and encouragement and connections made throughout the course that have made the mud run a memorable experience. Running over the finish line, I was surprised to complete as the fourth female. I was extremely shocked by the outcome as this was my first time competing in the event. When the Clancy Automotive team and I crossed the finish line we were congratulated with a beer to celebrate the completion of the race.

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