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Profile BARB O’BRIEN Do you have a nickname? No, I don’t have one!

Where did you grow up? In Sydney – I lived my early years at Ramsgate and was a real water baby who went swimming every afternoon in the summer. My sister and I used to find bottles and redeem them to buy ice-creams.

Why did you move to Dubbo? I retired to Dubbo in 2014 as I needed to be nearer to medical services. I trained as a nurse at the Royal Prince Alfred in Sydney in 1958-1962. In my firstyear holidays I travelled to Gulargambone with a friend and met her older brother Ernie – we started to date. I then spent a year in Broken Hill to study midwifery and then married Ernie.

We lived in Gulargambone where Ernie assisted in managing a farm for 10 years, and we had four children. I completed some casual work at the hospital and started some refresher courses and further training. In 1994 I became the Director of Nursing, and then in the late 1990s I became the Health Service Manager. I have always encouraged and supported staff to keep training and updating their skills. After my husband’s death, I left work, and a few years later I was elected onto the Coonamble Council as a Councillor.

What have you enjoyed about living in our region? I spent time volunteering as part of Two Eight Two Eight which is a community tourism project located in Gulargambone. I have many wonderful memories, especially the Dinner Under the Stars events. It was also wonderful to help establish the Rural Transaction Centre and petrol station in Gulargambone. I have really enjoyed working as part of a team to help encourage growth and development in our region. In 2014, it was an honour to receive an OAM for service to the Gulargambone community.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I mostly read. I spend a lot of time now volunteering and working with Vinnies, University of the Third Age (U3A), Country Women’s Association (CWA) and Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association (CPSA).

If you could do anything and be anywhere, what would you be doing? I think I am happy with my present life.

What are you watching at the moment? Reruns of Doc Martin.

What would you be lost without? My car.

What music do you like to listen to? Easy listening.

Favourite song of all time? Eagle’s Wings by Hillsong Worship.

If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you bring with you? Three good books.

What is your all-time favourite movie? Bridget Jones’s Diary.

If there was a movie all about you, what genre would it be and who would play you? A comedy starring Renée Zellweger.

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Chasing the sun, STEM and sponsors: ANU solar race team visits Dubbo

By SHARON BONTHUYS

DUBBO was the second-last stop on an innovative tour of regional NSW by students from the Australian National University (ANU), testing their solar race car in preparation to enter the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in August.

Never heard of the World Solar Challenge? You’re not alone.

Many Australians don’t know about the iconic “race” from Darwin to Adelaide that takes place every two years involving energy-efficient electric vehicles (EVs) that teams design, engineer and make themselves. It has been running since 1987 and has been the subject of numerous documentaries and a feature film, “Race the Sun” (1996).

Many teams competing in the World Solar Challenge comprise students from universities and high schools – just like the ANU team who are seasoned hands at the biennial race, the university having entered several times over the years.

Regional community showcase The Regional Showcase builds on the community outreach events the ANU team has run locally in Canberra and enables the team to test new and improved elements of its 2025 solar race car ahead of this year’s big race.

A 24-strong team of university students left Canberra on Sunday, February 16, on the inaugural NSW Regional Community Showcase tour to Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Bathurst, Orange, and Dubbo, arriving here on Friday, February 21.

Along the way, the team hosted hands-on workshops at local schools and community centres, encouraging young people to consider a future in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, better known as STEM. The tour concluded on February 23, with track testing at Transport for NSW’s world-class safety and sustainability testing centre at Cudal, west of Orange – the Future Mobility Transport and Research Centre.

Stop-off at St Johns The Dubbo Photo News was invited along to the Dubbo visit, which was held at St Johns College.

ANU team members, all undergraduate students, introduced the very keen St Johns’ students to the trimaran-design solar-powered race

vehicle.

Electrical Team Lead David Wilson worked on the battery component of the vehicle and is very proud to be involved in the completely student-run project.

“It was amazing to get to work on it from the ground up,” he said.

“Everything in this car was made by us students – designed, engineered and fully-built.”

The team also delivered information sessions about careers in STEM subjects, participating in the World Solar Challenge, and activities to test students’ thinking.

ANU Solar Racing’s Business Lead, student Cameron Wallace, explained why the vehicle has a trimaran (two front wheels, one rear wheel) design.

“It’s very stable in the crosswinds, which, when we enter Coober Pedy and that stretch of the activity, the crosswinds get very bad, especially around Port Augusta,” Cameron said.

“Flipping is an issue,” he added, indicating it was one of the design specifications to take into consideration when developing the vehicle, which can work up to a top speed of 110km/hr during the week-long race down the centre of Australia.

Sponsorship sought The EV technology makes developing and building – then racing EVs – a very expensive exercise, costing around $400,000, Cameron said.

ANU partnered with Origin 360 EV for the inaugural Regional NSW Community Showcase. Origin provided EVs to transport the team, demonstrating the viability and reliability of EVs for regional driving.

“We want people to know that EVs can support their day-to-day requirements and transport them long distances, and we look forward to showcasing that through this tour, “said Origin spokesperson David Helmy.

Grateful for this support, Cameron is also very keen to connect with regional businesses and organisations interested in sponsoring the ANU Solar Racing team for the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge in the last week of August. To connect with the team, visit the ANU Solar Racing website.

For more information about the almost-40-year-old event which promoted the use of solar-powered EVs long before it became topical, visit the World Solar Challenge website.

Some of the ANU Solar Racing student team with their electric vehicle at St Johns College: Jayden, Eliza, Alex, Andy, Alex, Sara, Amelia and Cameron. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Cameron Wallace, left, explains more about the EV.

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St Johns students check out the solar challenge EV.

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Valentine’s Day... love notes and sweet treats C

By SHARON BONTHUYS

hurch Street Café went all-out for Valentine’s Day recently offering patrons the opportunity to write love notes to their “crushes” and tempting them with sweet treats on Friday, February 14.

Some patrons took-up the pen provided and wrote love notes to special people in their lives, and some expressed their love for “the beautiful staff at CSC”.

Staff member Payton was the genius behind the Valentine’s Day snacks, which included pink-iced heart-shaped shortbread sugar cookies and gluten free cake pops.

There were just a dozen or so cookies remaining at the counter when the Dubbo Photo News stopped by just before 11 am.

“I made 40 of them and this is all that’s left,” Payton said.

Did you do anything special on Valentine’s Day? Drop Dubbo Photo News a line and a photo, if you have one to share.

Some of the notes left at CSC on Valentine’s Day.

Star baker Payton from Church Street Café with what remains of her popular iced shortbread sugar cookies and cake pops. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

Dubbo residents to march for a cure for melanoma – and help save lives

JJena Squires with her friend’s son Billy at last year’s Melanoma March in Dubbo, where they were part of Team Wilcox. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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A DUBBO woman who will complete her third Melanoma March next month has shared a powerful message ahead of this year’s event.

Jena Squires didn’t see her melanoma diagnosis coming. The 38-year-old has experienced multiple melanomas – one on her leg six years ago and more recently on her face and back, requiring surgical removal.

“When I was 35, I never thought to check my skin, even though I spent a lot of time in the sun growing up on the mid-north coast,” Jena explained.

“My melanoma diagnosis came as a shock because you realise it can affect anyone, regardless of age,” she added.

Australia has the highest melanoma rates in the world. One person is diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes and one person dies from the disease every six hours. It is the most common

cancer affecting 20–39-year-old Australians.

Regular skin checks are important to help detect changes in the skin.

“It’s so important to pay attention to any changes in your skin – no matter your age or what it looks like,” Jenna warned.

“If something doesn’t look right, even if it seems minor, go and get it checked,” she added.

“I hope that by marching, this message will reach Australians and, at the same time, raise funds for research so we can find a cure for this deadly disease.”

DUBBO EVENT - MARCH 8

The Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) asks local residents to join Jena on March 8 to participate in Dubbo Melanoma March.

Departing from the riverbank foreshore, the event will help raise awareness and funds to save lives

from melanoma and skin cancers.

Now in its 14th year, Melanoma March participants walk or run at family-friendly events across the country during the month of March. Dubbo’s event is one of 28 events to be held nationally in 2025. This year’s campaign also highlights the dangers of tanning and urges Australians to follow sun safe practices.

The Australian Skin Cancer Foundation’s (ASCF) iconic “skin check truck” will also be in Dubbo to support Melanoma March, and will provide free skin checks for registered participants who book in after registering.

Melanoma March Dubbo will be held on Saturday, March 8, departing from the riverbank foreshore, and further details are available on the Melanoma March website.

The event is proudly supported by ASCF, Melanoma Patients Australia, and Australian Melanoma Research Foundation.

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Souths Cares with Dubbo West Public School 5-6H, 5-6L, and Support Class. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

By KEN SMITH

‘Souths Cares’ Schools Program Delivery visited Dubbo and Wellington schools last week delivering some important messages and having fun.

Their day in Dubbo was enjoyed by over 600 students from a number of local schools including St John’s College, Orana Heights Public School, St Mary’s Primary School, Dubbo College Delroy Campus, and Dubbo West Public School, where these photos were taken.

Souths Cares is an independent not-for-profit public benevolent institution, closely affiliated with the South Sydney Rabbitohs Football Club, who support disadvantaged, marginalised and indigenous youth and families with a specific Rhys Wesser (Souths Cares Ambassador and former NRL player), focus on education, training, Ben Lovett (Rabbitohs player), and Yileen Gordon (Souths Cares health, and employment.

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Enjoy light refreshments and games while meeting other members of the community you now call home.

For more information phone our Dubbo Visitor Information Centre on 1800 674 443, or scan the QR code to register your attendance. RSVP is essential. RSVP by Friday 7 March 2025.

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A vision for a fair and just society

Garry Gowans (President CPSA), Don Graham (CPSA Social Secretary), Bill Stanford (guest speaker), and Evonne Gowans (CPSA Treasurer).

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By LANA EATHER THE Dubbo branch of the Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association (CPSA) met recently for a social gathering with special guest speaker Bill Stanford presenting about his travels throughout North Korea. The group regularly provides access to affordable social activities and the opportunity to participate in local community events, as well as personal support in times of need.

CPSA is a non-profit, non-party-polit-

ical membership association founded in 1931 which serves pensioners of all ages, superannuants, and low-income retirees.

CPSA receives funding support from the New South Wales Government.

The association aims to improve the standard of living and well-being of its members and constituents. They also strive to promote and advocate for the well-being of members with lobbying for the retentive of cash, low-cost housing and fair access to adequate transport.

New members are always welcome with membership available for those who

agree with the objectives and core policies for a reasonable annual fee. CPSA is well informed of the needs, aspirations, and concerns of its members and constituents. CPSA through its executive, area council, branches, and staff liaises with governments at all levels, community organisations and the media to promote its objectives, policies, activities and services.

Join Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association today to be a part of local, state and federal campaigns on issues that are important to you!

February 27-March 5, 2025 Dubbo Photo News

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK Feb 27: Joanne Woodward, US actress, 95. Robert de Castella, marathon runner, 68. Peter Andre, singer, 52.

Chelsea Clinton, Bill and Hillary’s daughter, 45. Scott Prince, footy player, 45. Josh Groban, US singer, 44.

Brett Stewart, footy player, 40.

Feb 28: Tamie Fraser, wife of former PM, 89. Mario Andretti, Italian racing car driver, 85. Bruce Baird, former politician, 83. Bernadette Peters, US actress-singer, 77. Mark Latham, politician, 64. Rodger Corser, actor, 52.

Feb 29 leap year births: Tony Robbins, motivational speaker, 65. Guy Leech, Ironman surf lifesaving champion, 61. Frank Woodley, Aussie comedian, 57. Ja Rule, rapper and actor, 49. Sean Abbott, cricketer, 33.

Mar 1: Roger Daltrey, British singer; The Who, 81. Leigh Matthews, Australian footballer, 73. Rod Reddy, footy player, 71. Ron Howard, US actor-director, 71. Will Power, motorsport driver, 44. Ke$ha, US singer, 38. Nathan Brown, footy player, 32. Justin Bieber, Canadian singer, 31.

Mar 2: Jeff Kennett, former Victorian premier; beyondblue founder, 77. Jon Bon Jovi, Anthony Albanese US rock singer, 63. Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister, 62.

Daniel Craig, English actor, 57. Sally Sara, journalist, 54.

Hayley Lewis, swimmer, 51. Chris Martin, British singer of Coldplay, 48. Matthew Mitcham, diver, 37. Josh McGuire, footy player, 35.

Mar 3: Bill Heffernan, Junee-born politician, 82.

Miranda Richardson, British actress, 67. Tone-Loc, US rapper, 59. Julie Bowen, US actress, 55. Ronan Keating, Irish pop singer, 48. Jessica Biel, US actress, 43.

Mar 4: Lindy Chamberlain-Creighton, mother of baby Azaria, 77. Barrie Cassidy, former ABC journalist and personal press secretary for Prime Minister Bob Hawke, 75. Chris Rea, British singer, 74. Ray Price, footy player, 72. Karen Knowles, singer, 61. Steve Bastoni, actor, 59. Michael Cheika, rugby coach and former player, 58.

Geoff Huegill, swimmer, 46.

Mar 5: Mike Walsh, TV personality, 87. Mem Fox, author, 79. Jennifer Byrne, TV personality, 70. Nicole Pratt, tennis player, 52. Eva Mendes, US actress, 51. Fifi Box, TV/radio presenter, 48. Jordy Lucas, Neighbours actress, 33.

HARLEY HEAVEN AND LOCAL CHARITIES BENEFIT

By KEN SMITH

A big afternoon at the Garden Hotel recently with the draw of the Harley Davidson organised by the Garden Hotel Fishing Club.

As the photos show, a number of local charities were presented with generous cheques to continue their wonderful local work.

600 tickets were sold and as well as the Harley Davidson, there were a number of prizes drawn, so who won the Harley Davidson? Congratulations to John Colwell and his partner Katrina and congratulations and well done to the Garden Hotel Fishing Club.

Dave Foley (Garden Hotel Fishing Club) and Wayne Amor (Black Dog Dubbo Ride Coordinator)

Pink Angels Inc with Dave Foley (Garden Hotel Fishing The Harley with admirers and cheque recipients including Deputy Mayor of Dubbo Regional Council Club), Sue Gavenlock, Col Hazelton (Garden Hotel Fishing Club), Sharon Smith and Cynthia Leonard Councillor Phillip Toynton and Mayor of Dubbo Regional Councillor Josh Black

Dr Joe Canalese (Western Cancer Centre Foundation), Dave Foley (Garden Hotel Fishing Club) and Donna Falconer (Western Cancer Centre Foundation)

Dubbo Base Hospital Pink Ladies Jane North, Jill Hodder, Jenny Chandler, Sharon McDermott, Jenny Kelly and Jean Kelly

Dave Foley (Garden Hotel Fishing Club) and Jules Gregory (Play Therapist Dubbo Base Hospital Pediatrics)

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A Stylish Celebration: Nash & Taylor Rodda’s Wedding Look When Nash & Taylor Rodda planned their wedding, they turned to Harry’s for expert styling to achieve the perfect lifestyle wedding look. With a pop of color to complement the bridesmaids’ dresses, their outfits balanced sophistication and modern charm.

Nash and his groomsmen - Bailey, Harley, William & Brett looked effortlessly stylish in cream linen jackets from Uberstone – offering the ideal fit for a young, contemporary look. Paired with classic navy City Club chinos, the ensemble was both refined and versatile, ensuring the pieces could be worn beyond the wedding day.

To add a distinctive touch, Nash stood out from his groomsmen by wearing a navy vest, creating a subtle yet elegant point of difference. The result? A wedding look that was timeless, stylish, and perfectly coordinated for their special day.

Charlie & Montana Redden’s Elegant Black-Tie Wedding Charlie and Montana Redden’s wedding was nothing short of stunning, with a timeless blackand-white theme that exuded pure elegance. The bridal party was a vision of sophistication, perfectly complementing the grandeur of the occasion.

Charlie, along with Sam, Angus, Alex, and Joe, showcased impeccable style, proving that they can certainly wear a suit well. Opting for a classic blacktie dress code, the groom and his party donned striking black suits and ties, making a statement of refined charm.

Charlie chose a 100per cent Merino wool Savile Row suit with a peak lapel, paired with a royal dinner shirt and satin bow tie – a sensational ensemble that ensured the bridal party remained the center of attention. Their polished and timeless look set the perfect tone for an evening of celebration and elegance.

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Correctional Centre wants tradies to join skilled workforce

By LANA EATHER

WELLINGTON’S Macquarie Correctional Centre is on the hunt for qualified tradespeople to take on positions with the Corrective Services Industries (CSI). An open day will be held for interested tradespeople on Saturday, March 1. This open day will allow an inside view of the maximum-security men’s prison and show eligible candidates work-life behind bars as prison overseers.

The prison at Wuuluman on the outskirts of Wellington is hoping to allow interested applicants to see the busy industries in action and encourage qualified tradies to take up well-paid positions with the Corrective Services Industries.

Acting Governor Paul Rzepecki encouraged consideration of a prison career: “A prison career isn’t usually the first or obvious employment option, but they can present surprisingly varied and rewarding career pathways. The reality is working as an overseer allows you deliver practical skills and training to inmates, which could ultimately change the course of their life,” Mr Rzepecki said.

“Overseers not only impart their knowledge and skills, they lead our CSI business units, help inmates to develop a strong work ethic in an industry environment and support inmates to gain meaningful trade traineeships and qualifications.”

Acting Head of Corrective Services Industries Peter Mason came to Wellington Correctional Centre in 2009, and has worked at Macquarie Correctional Centre since its opening in 2017.

“I came here with a plan of staying for five years, and I am still here. The level of inmate engagement in the industries and programs we have here is amazing.

Inmates are given transferable skills, and an opportunity to participate in training and further qualifications. We have had two participants in our product design hub go on to work in architecture after their release.

“Our Design Hub has also designed some of the anti-ligature, tamper-resistant correctional furniture used within correctional complexes, and many of the light and heavy industry products.

We have eight overseer positions available spread across a variety of industries including light- and heavy-engineering, furniture workshop, laundry, café, cleaning, and grounds and facilities maintenance.”

Suitable candidates will be required to

complete 12 weeks of primary training as custodial officers including learning policies and participating in weapons training and drills. Training is scheduled to begin on-site at Wellington Correctional Centre in the coming months.

After years working in engineering workshops, machinist David Cullen wanted a change of pace and better pay, but struggled to find many employment alternatives near Wellington. Almost eight years into the job, the Macquarie Correctional Centre overseer said taking that leap of faith was one of the best decisions he’s ever made.

“They were advertising for all types of overseers at the time and I thought there was no harm trying it out to see if I like it,” David said. “It was a bit daunting at first, not knowing what it’s like inside prison and if I was going to end up in a violent situation, but once I started training, I realised everyone was a bit nervous and we actually ended up having a lot of fun.”

Since 2017, David has been running the centre’s laundry operations, which is responsible for washing all inmate clothing and bedding, as well as fulfilling external laundry contracts. On any given day he’s managing the logistics of washing schedules, inmate employment, stocktakes, machine maintenance and quality control, but takes the most job satisfaction from the people he works with.

“I really like the guys I work with, which makes a difference, and the inmates are good to work with too. I treat people how I would want to be treated and it works well for me. Our job is to help the inmates get through their time and try to rehabilitate them, and in my 7.5 years I’ve never had any issues with them.”

David said with the good pay and job stability, more qualified tradies should consider joining the Macquarie Correctional Centre team. “I’d tell anyone thinking about it to give it go. I didn’t know what to expect but I gave it a go and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made – I’m really happy here.”

Corrective Services Industries operates more than 120 commercial business units and 60+ service industries in NSW correctional centres, where inmates learn important skills and gain trade qualifications to help them gain employment upon release.

Interested candidates can contact recruitment company Spinifex or visit the company’s website for further details.

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ith childcare facilities now at a premium in the Orana region, Nature’s Academy is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest ear˟ˬ ˟˘˔˥ˡ˜ˡ˚ ˖˘ˡ˧˥˘ ˢˡ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ ʷ˥˜˩˘ʟ ʷ˨˕˕ˢʡ With the theme of “Inspiring Imagination” the new centre features cutting-edge facilities and expan˦˜˩˘ ˣ˟˔ˬ ˔˥˘˔˦ʟ ˕ˢ˧˛ ˜ˡ˗ˢˢ˥˦ ˔ˡ˗ ˢ˨˧˗ˢˢ˥˦ʟ ˙ˢ˦˧˘˥˜ˡ˚ ˔ ˟ˢ˩˘ ˙ˢ˥ ˟˘˔˥ˡ˜ˡ˚ ˔ˡ˗ ˗˜˦˖ˢ˩˘˥ˬʡ ˇ˛˘ ʶ˘ˡ˧˥˘ ˜˦ ˗˘˦˜˚ˡ˘˗ to offer young children a world-class educational experience in a nurturing, spacious, and nature-inspired ˘ˡ˩˜˥ˢˡˠ˘ˡ˧ʡ ʶ˘ˡ˧˥˘ ˀ˔ˡ˔˚˘˥ ˔ˡ˗ ˅˘˦ˣˢˡ˦˜˕˟˘ ˃˘˥˦ˢˡʟ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ʾ˔˩˔ˡˢ ˆ˜˗˘˦ʟ ˔˟˦ˢ ˟˘˔˗˦ ˔ ˧˘˔ˠ ˢ˙ ˪˘˟˟ʠˤ˨˔˟˜Ѓ˘˗ ˘˗˨˖˔˧ˢ˥˦ ˗˘˗˜˖˔˧˘˗ ˧ˢ ˗˘˟˜˩˘˥˜ˡ˚ ˘˫˖˘ˣ˧˜ˢˡal care and tailored learning experi˘ˡ˖˘˦ ˙ˢ˥ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡʡ Ϣˊ˘Ϡ˩˘ ˖˥˘˔˧˘˗ ˔ ˦ˣ˔˖˘ ˪˛˘˥˘ ˖˛˜˟dren feel inspired, safe and nurtured – a home away from home for families,” ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˘˫ˣ˟˔˜ˡ˘˗ʡ ˇ˛˘ ˖˘ˡ˧˥˘ʟ ˦˛˘ ˥˘˩˘˔˟˘˗ʟ ˘ˠ˕ˢ˗˜˘˦ ˁ˔˧˨˥˘Ϡ˦ ʴ˖˔˗˘ˠˬϠ˦ ˖ˢ˥˘ ˩˔˟˨˘˦ ˢ˙ communication, community, passion, education, respect, inclusion and ˦˨˦˧˔˜ˡ˔˕˜˟˜˧ˬʟ ˘ˡ˦˨˥˜ˡ˚ ˔ ˛ˢ˟˜˦˧˜˖ ˔ˣˣ˥ˢ˔˖˛ ˧ˢ ˘˔˥˟ˬ ˖˛˜˟˗˛ˢˢ˗ ˘˗˨˖˔˧˜ˢˡʡ Ϣ˂˨˥ ˙ˢ˖˨˦ ˜˦ ˢˡ ˕˨˜˟˗˜ˡ˚ ˦˧˥ˢˡ˚ ˥˘lationships with children and families, ˪˘ ˕˘˟˜˘˩˘ ˜ˡ ˟˔ˬ˜ˡ˚ ˧˛˘ ˙ˢ˨ˡ˗˔˧˜ˢˡ˦ ˙ˢ˥ ˟˜˙˘˟ˢˡ˚ ˟˘˔˥ˡ˜ˡ˚ ˔ˡ˗ ˗˘˟˜˩˘˥˜ˡ˚ ˔ˡ

experience that truly makes a differ˘ˡ˖˘ʟϣ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˔˗˗˘˗ʡ In addition to thoughtfully designed classrooms, the outdoor areas are spectacular, featuring sensory gar˗˘ˡ˦ʟ ˡ˔˧˨˥˘ ˧˥˔˜˟˦ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˜ˠ˔˚˜ˡ˔˧˜˩˘ play zones that encourage teamwork ˔ˡ˗ ˘˫ˣ˟ˢ˥˔˧˜ˢˡʡ “We’re proud to offer one of the most spacious and engaging early learning ˘ˡ˩˜˥ˢˡˠ˘ˡ˧˦ ˜ˡ ʷ˨˕˕ˢʡϣ ʼ˧Ϡ˦ ˔˟˟ ˔˕ˢ˨˧ ˖˥˘˔˧˜ˡ˚ ˔ ˣ˟˔˖˘ ˪˛˘˥˘ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡ ˖˔ˡ ˧˛˥˜˩˘ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˙˔ˠ˜˟˜˘˦ ˙˘˘˟ ˖ˢˡЃ˗˘ˡ˧ ˜ˡ ˧˛˘ ˖˔˥˘ ˧˛˘˜˥ ˟˜˧˧˟˘ ˢˡ˘˦ ˔˥˘ ˥˘˖˘˜˩˜ˡ˚ʟ ˦˛˘ ˘˫ˣ˟˔˜ˡ˘˗ʡ Ϣʴ˧ ˁ˔˧˨˥˘Ϡ˦ ʴ˖˔˗˘ˠˬ ϝ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ʟ ˪˘ ˕˘˟˜˘˩˘ ˧˛˔˧ ˘˔˥˟ˬ ˖˛˜˟˗˛ˢˢ˗ ˜˦ ˔ ˖˥˜˧ical window of opportunity – a time ˪˛˘ˡ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡϠ˦ ˕˥˔˜ˡ˦ ˔˥˘ ˗˘˩˘˟ˢˣ˜ˡ˚ ˔˧ ˔ˡ ˘˫˧˥˔ˢ˥˗˜ˡ˔˥ˬ ˥˔˧˘ʟϣ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˦˔˜˗ʡ Ϣ˅˘˦˘˔˥˖˛ ˦˛ˢ˪˦ ˧˛˔˧ ˗˨˥˜ˡ˚ ˧˛˘ Ѓ˥˦˧ Ѓ˩˘ ˬ˘˔˥˦ʟ ˠˢ˥˘ ˧˛˔ˡ ˢˡ˘ ˠ˜˟˟˜ˢˡ ˡ˘˨˥˔˟ ˖ˢˡˡ˘˖˧˜ˢˡ˦ ˙ˢ˥ˠ ˘˩˘˥ˬ ˦˘˖ond; these early experiences shape a ˖˛˜˟˗Ϡ˦ ˔˕˜˟˜˧ˬ ˧ˢ ˟˘˔˥ˡʟ ˥˘˚˨˟˔˧˘ ˘ˠˢ˧˜ˢˡ˦ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˕˨˜˟˗ ˥˘˟˔˧˜ˢˡ˦˛˜ˣ˦ʡϣ While academic knowledge is important, she argues, true success in life stems from emotional intelligence, resilience, teamwork, and ˦˘˟˙ʠ˘˫ˣ˥˘˦˦˜ˢˡʡ Ϣˇ˛˔˧Ϡ˦ ˪˛ˬ ˔˧ ˁ˔˧˨˥˘Ϡ˦ ʴ˖˔˗˘ˠˬ ϝ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ʟ ˪˘ ˧˔˞˘ ˣ˟˔ˬ ˩˘˥ˬ ˦˘˥˜ˢ˨˦˟ˬʮ ˧˛˥ˢ˨˚˛ ˣ˟˔ˬʟ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡ ˗˘˩˘˟ˢˣ ˡ˘˚ˢ˧˜˔˧˜ˢˡ ˦˞˜˟˟˦ʟ ˧˘˔ˠ˪ˢ˥˞ʟ ˣ˥ˢ˕˟˘ˠʠ˦ˢ˟˩˜ˡ˚ ˔˕˜˟˜˧˜˘˦ʟ ˘ˠˣ˔˧˛ˬʟ ˖˥˜˧˜˖˔˟ ˧˛˜ˡ˞˜ˡ˚ʟ ˔ˡ˗

˜ˡ˗˘ˣ˘ˡ˗˘ˡ˖˘ʡ g “While fostering ife these essential life skills, we seamlessly essly iterintroduce early literacy, numeracy, scirts in a ence, and the arts aging and way that is engaging ˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˦˔˜˗ʡ ˠ˘˔ˡ˜ˡ˚˙˨˟ʟϣ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˦˔˜˗ʡ As a mother off a grown son, ˔ˬ˦ ˕˘˘ˡ ˣ˔˦˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˛˔˦ ˔˟˪˔ˬ˦ ˕˘˘ˡ ˣ˔˦˛˘ ˜ˠˣ˔˖˧ ˢ˙ ˘˔˥˟ˬ ˦˜ˢˡ˔˧˘ ˔˕ˢ˨˧ ˧˛˘ ˜ˠˣ˔˖˧ ˢ˙ ˘˔˥˟ˬ ˟˘˔˥ˡ˜ˡ˚ʡ ˔˟ˢˡ˚ ˪˜˧˛ ˔ ˗˘˘ˣ ˔ˣϢˇ˛˜˦ ˣ˔˦˦˜ˢˡʟ ˔˟ˢˡ˚ ˪˜˧˛ ˔ ˗˘˘ˣ ˔ˣe lifelong effects of the preciation for the early years, led me to transition my ˖˔˥˘˘˥ ˧ˢ ˕˘˖ˢˠ˜ˡ˚ ˔ˡ ʸ˔˥˟ˬ ʶ˛˜˟˗˛ˢˢ˗ ˇ˘˔˖˛˘˥ʡ Ϣʼ ˕˘˟˜˘˩˘ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡ ˔˥˘ ˖˔ˣ˔˕˟˘ʟ ˡ˔˧˨˥˔˟˟ˬ ˜ˡˤ˨˜˦˜˧˜˩˘ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˙˨˟˟ ˢ˙ ˣˢ˧˘ˡ˧˜˔˟ʡ ʸ˗˨˖˔˧˜ˢˡ ˜˦ ˠˢ˥˘ ˧˛˔ˡ ˣ˘˥˦ˢˡ˔˟ ˔˖˛˜˘˩˘ˠ˘ˡ˧ ϝ ˜˧Ϡ˦ ˔ ˣˢ˪˘˥˙˨˟ ˧ˢˢ˟ ˙ˢ˥ ˕˨˜˟˗˜ˡ˚ ˔ ˕˘˧˧˘˥ ˪ˢ˥˟˗ʟ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˦˔˜˗ʡ ˆ˛˘ ˕˘˟˜˘˩˘˦ ˧˛˘ ˢ˟˗ ˔˗˔˚˘ʟ Ϣ˜˧ ˧˔˞˘˦ ˔ ˩˜˟˟˔˚˘ ˧ˢ ˥˔˜˦˘ ˔ ˖˛˜˟˗ʟϣ ˔ˡ˗ ˦˛˘ ˙˨˟˟ˬ ˘ˠ˕˥˔˖˘˦ ˧˛˘ ˣˢ˪˘˥ ˢ˙ ˖ˢˠˠ˨ˡ˜˧ˬʡ Ϣˊ˜˧˛ ˠˬ ˕˔˖˞˚˥ˢ˨ˡ˗ ˜ˡ ˣ˘ˢˣ˟˘ ˔ˡ˗ ˕˨˦˜ˡ˘˦˦ ˠ˔ˡ˔˚˘ˠ˘ˡ˧ʟ ʼϠˠ ˖ˢˠˠ˜˧ted to leading our centre with care ˔ˡ˗ ˗˘˗˜˖˔˧˜ˢˡʟϣ ˃˔˧˥˜˖˜˔ ˦˔˜˗ʡ “I’m excited to work alongside passionate professionals, families, and the wider community to create a safe, ˡ˨˥˧˨˥˜ˡ˚ ˘ˡ˩˜˥ˢˡˠ˘ˡ˧ ˪˛˘˥˘ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡ ˖˔ˡ ˧˛˥˜˩˘ʟ ˘˫ˣ˟ˢ˥˘ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˚˥ˢ˪ʟϣ ˦˛˘ ˘ˡ˧˛˨˦˘˗ʡ

Centre Manager, Patricia Kavano Sides leads a team of dedicated educators in delivering exceptional care at Nature’s Academy newest early learning centre on Spitfire Drive.

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ˇ˛˘ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ ʷ˥˜˩˘ ˖˘ˡ˧˥˘ ˠ˔˥˞˦ ˔ˡ exciting milestone for Nature’s Academy, as it continues its journey of de˟˜˩˘˥˜ˡ˚ ˘˫˖˘ˣ˧˜ˢˡ˔˟ ˘˔˥˟ˬ ˖˛˜˟˗˛ˢˢ˗ ˘˗˨˖˔˧˜ˢˡ ˧ˢ ˟ˢ˖˔˟ ˖ˢˠˠ˨ˡ˜˧˜˘˦ʡ “As we welcome new families into ˢ˨˥ ˖ˢˠˠ˨ˡ˜˧ˬʟ ˪˘ ˜ˡ˩˜˧˘ ˬˢ˨ ˧ˢ ˩˜˦˜˧ ˁ˔˧˨˥˘Ϡ˦ ʴ˖˔˗˘ˠˬ ϝ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ ˔ˡ˗ ˘˫ˣ˘˥˜˘ˡ˖˘ Ѓ˥˦˧˛˔ˡ˗ ˛ˢ˪ ˪˘ ˖˥˘˔˧˘ ˔ˡ ˘ˡ˩˜˥ˢˡˠ˘ˡ˧ ˪˛˘˥˘ ˖˛˜˟˗˥˘ˡ ˙˘˘˟ ˩˔˟˨˘˗ʟ ˜ˡ˦ˣ˜˥˘˗ʟ ˔ˡ˗ ˥˘˔˗ˬ ˧ˢ ˘˫plore the world around them,” Patricia ˖ˢˡ˖˟˨˗˘˗ʡ z ˁ˔˧˨˥˘Ϡ˦ ʴ˖˔˗˘ˠˬ ϝ ˆˣ˜˧Ѓ˥˘ ˜˦ holding its Open Day on Saturday, March 8, from 9am to 12 noon. ʼ˙ ˬˢ˨Ϡ˥˘ ˔ ˣ˥ˢ˦ˣ˘˖˧˜˩˘ ˣ˔˥˘ˡ˧ʟ ˪˛ˬ ˡˢ˧ ˖ˢˠ˘ ˔˟ˢˡ˚ ˔ˡ˗ ˛˔˩˘ ˔ ˟ˢˢ˞ ˔˧ ˢ˨˥ newest early learning centre in the ʶ˘ˡ˧˥˔˟ ˊ˘˦˧ʡ

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t’s always the right time for ladies looking to pamper themselves at one of Dubbo’s longest established salons, Orana Threadz N Beauty.

Located opposite Big W in the Orana Mall at Shop 44/a 56 Windsor Parade, owner Sharon Kaur, says that their loyal customers keep them busy all year round.

“We do have a bit of a lull around January when everyone is on holidays, but we’re pretty much on the go for the rest of the year,” Sharon revealed.

“There’s no time of the year when people don’t want to look their best, and that’s what we’re here for,” she added.

Now in their sixth year at the Mall, Threadz offers the full range of modern beauty treatments ranging from lash extensions, body waxing, hand-tinting, henna tattoos, temporary tattoos, micro-blading, micro-balding, shading, and cosmetic tattooing.

They are also offering a special rate on one of those classic beau-

ty treatment that all women love to indulge in.

“We’re offering a 15 per cent discount on facials at the moment,” Sharon said.

“This offer will remain for the next couple of weeks to any customers, you can either book or walk in,” she added.

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looking your best is a process, not a destination.

“Looking good, feeling better, taking care of your beauty, it simply makes you feel more confident,” Sharon said.

“And that goes for all year round, there’s no need to take a holiday from looking your best,” she concluded.

It’s always the right time to pamper yourself at the Orana Threadz N Beauty salon, owner Sharon Kaur, believes.

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Local realtor with a heart of gold Matt Hansen, MC for the inaugural Tradies Ball, is seen here presenting a series of trade talks at the local TAFE for Bruno Efoti’s Tradies in Sight. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

By DAVID DIXON OUTGOING local auctioneer, Matt Hansen has both a loud, commanding voice, and a heart of gold.

Self-made local success story in a very real sense, he’s now doing his bit to help one of the Central West’s great charities, Tradies in Sight, by acting as Master of Ceremonies for our inaugural Tradies Ball.

As everyone knows, having a good “MC” is the key to success at any formal event, and Matt is the man doing the honours for the Saturday, March 29, Dubbo RSL Memorial Club extravaganza.

Long-time supporter of the local notfor-profit which utilises traditional barbecues, drop-ins, and casual get-togethers to discuss working men and women’s mental health, he was only too glad to help.

Based at their “Insight Shed” in Welchman Street, the group – and founded by carpenter-turned-counsellor, Bruno Efoti – offers counselling and support for demographic groups that are not typically known for reaching-out for help.

“I’ve always been a big supporter of Bruno’s work, so when ball organiser Sally Young asked me if I could help out, I was only too glad,” Matt explained.

“I’m a realtor, Matt Hansen Real Estate, and I’m also a licensed auctioneer, and Tradies in Sight is such a great cause,” he added.

With a strong sense of community, this is not the first non-profit that Matt has supported over the years. He has also spent years fund-raising for a riverine renewal and rehabilitation group.

“I’ve been a passionate volunteer for In-

land Waterways, which has taken me all around the world.

“This included the World Recreational Fishing Conference, we’ve raised close to a million dollars for the campaign,” Matt said.

In this he spent a decade tirelessly fund-raising to help restore our eroded and contaminated inland waterways.

“We started with a very small raffle at the Lake Burrendong Class cars and karts, and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.

“It began when I learnt how much damage has been done to our rivers, you would be amazed and horrified,” Matt said.

But being a doer rather than a complainer, he has now been involved in a series of major renewal projects for our riverine habitats.

“We’ve put thousands of fingerlings (infant fish) into the river to replenish native populations,” Matt said.

“We’ve also got a ‘river repair bus’, a coaster and planted 10,000 trees as well as removing 150 trailer-loads of rubbish from our waterways.”

Through his work as one of Dubbo’s premier property agents, he has also been a strong supporter of Bruno and Jo Efoti’s unique initiative from near its creation in 2018.

“I support Tradies in Sight, massively!

As I sell and manage hundreds of rental properties in Dubbo each year, I have tradies flying in and out of my office all the time.

“I see the fine work they do and the sort of pressures to get work done on time with so much building going on locally,” Matt explained.

Local realtor with a heart of gold Matt Hansen, MC for the inaugural Tradies Ball, is seen here presenting a series of trade talks at the local TAFE for Bruno Efoti’s Tradies in Sight.

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Not one to sit idly by, he again put his hand up to help – through Tradies’ fine work – individuals in the industry locally.

“I do, I was honoured by Bruno to do a series of trade talks with young apprentices at the local TAFE, because only about 30 to 40 per cent of young apprentices end-up finishing their trade.

“My message was, ‘stick with it, it may seem hard, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel’,” Matt said.

From a single parent family himself, Matt understands more than most, the importance of persistence in pursuing your goals.

“I started as a junior sign boy, placing the ‘for Sale‘ signs around on properties

for Ray White Real Estate, “Now I own my own agency, and sell a 100 properties a year and renting hundreds, my message is, ‘from little things, big things grow’,” Matt said.

His own experiences have also highlighted to him the fine work that Bruno and Jo Efoti do, in devoting their lives to helping others through Tradies in Sight.

“Definitely, they do great work, and I’m only too happy to help-out at the Tradies Ball,” Matt enthused.

“These things aren’t easy, and they don’t run themselves,” he concluded.

Dubbo’s inaugural Tradies Ball is on Saturday, March 29, at Dubbo RSL Memorial Club.

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On the dance-floor for the first-ever Tradies Ball, Ballz n All are guaranteed to get you moving to some of the great classics of the modern rock era.

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Classic rock’n’roll, “Ballz n All” the perfect fit for inaugural Tradies fun

By DAVID DIXON COBAR-BASED rockers, Ballz n All, are the perfect fit for getting into the swing of Dubbo’s inaugural Tradies Ball on Saturday, March 29.

Led by frontman, Degen Brown the region’s top rock-and-roll dance band are gaining a reputation for being one of the most energetic and in demand outfits in country NSW with one critic describing them as “Musically sharp as a razor! What a blast!”

On the dance floor, Ballz n All are guaranteed to get you jumping and jiving to some of the great classics of modern music, bass guitarist, Mark Kotynia explained.

“We do all the typical type of stuff, we’re just sort of classic pub rock that everyone enjoys dancing to,” Mark explained.

“We’re talking about The Angels, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, the Screaming Jets, and Creedence Clearwater Revival, all the hits that people love,” he added.

A classic four-piece rock ensemble, Degen is supported by a crew of high-quality musicians including the lovely lady on lead, Kahlia Martin (guitarist for Beccy Cole, Altiyan Childs), and Kotynia on bass guitar (Altiyan Childs, Crakajak).

The band got together initially to help-out a local event, forming briefly in 2019 for what was to be a “once-off” performance for a home-

town festival.

The community reaction to the band, however, was so overwhelming and spontaneous, that they decided to stay together and pursue more gigs.

Ballz n All now play at a range of big events and major race meets in the region, including the Duck Creek Races (previously supporting Shannon Noll, Jon Stevens, and The Choirboys), Beerfest celebrations, the Bungle Rumble Festival (previously supporting The Black Sorrows and Chocolate Starfish) and Trangie Truck and Tractor show (supporting Adam Brand).

“Every concert we do, it’s loud and pumping, we’re a high-energy act that loves performing in front of a great crowd,” Mark said.

“If it’s a Tradies Ball, there’ll be plenty of laughs, fun, and great rock music, from grandma to the grandkids, we get everyone up dancing,” he concluded.

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DUBBO REMEMBERS: 70th anniversary of 1955 flood

Helen Thompson with some of the historic resources at Macquarie Regional Library, Dubbo

By SHARON BONTHUYS AN anniversary quietly ticks over this week as the region remembers and reflects on a major natural disaster that swept across central and northern NSW, and gave birth to what we now know and appreciate as the State Emergency Service.

In late February 1955, major flooding impacted the central west and swept right across the Hunter Valley to the coast, causing the death of 25 people and widespread destruction.

Locally, the Talbragar and Macquarie rivers rose quickly in the last week of February 1955, from what has been described as a period of “monsoonal rain”.

The Talbragar River reportedly created a “dam-like” effect on the Macquarie River, inevitably spilling over onto the surrounding land, and into the then country town of Dubbo in the early hours of Friday, February 25, 1955. Other local rivers were also impacted.

While the waters did recede fairly quickly, the central business district and north Dubbo were significantly affected for several weeks.

To get an idea of just how high the water rose back then, a plaque outside the Shakespeare Funerals and Monuments building in Talbragar Street memorialises the historic event.

Wellington also was flooded, but not to the same degree as

RESIDENTS REFLECT ON THE FLOOD Helen McLean, Dubbo: “An exciting adventure!”

ONE of those featured in the Macquarie Regional Library’s oral history project is Helen McLean, now 77, who sat down with the Dubbo Photo News recently to talk about her experiences living through the 1955 flood. Her parents, John and Audrey Goss, owned a popular bakery in Talbragar Street next to the Pastoral Hotel.

“The water actually came up six feet through our bakery,” Helen, a popular local civil celebrant, recalled.

“Dad was running around and in and out in a little rowboat.”

The flood was a big adventure for Helen, then just eight, who lived with her family above the bakery.

When the flood hit in the middle of the night, the bakery’s woodfired brick ovens were completely destroyed.

“All the doughs had been set, the bread was all in the ovens, and then [the flood] started,” Helen said.

“All these loaves of bread were floating past in their pans,” she recalled, indicating some ended up in the floodwaters out in the street.

“Free deliveries!” Helen laughed.

The family relocated, reluctantly, to a house in Fitzroy Street that was out of the flood-affected area, where they stayed for three months.

The children of the time thought the flood was a big adventure, Helen said.

“We thought it was wonderful and exciting, you know, but, but it was probably because of our age that we were thinking this was just a big, exciting adventure.”

Helen said her parents were devastated by the loss of their business.

Now 77, Helen McLean was just eight when the flood hit Dubbo and destroyed her family’s popular bakery.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

“The brick ovens all collapsed and my parents thought, how do we get past this?” she said.

“My dad was a person who always helped others, especially people who were hungry. He always gave to everybody. So now it was his turn to ask for help.”

Help came in the form of the local fire brigade, who turned their big hoses on after the waters receded and washed all the mud away from the bakery.

“They were wonderful,” Helen said of the fire brigade.

“And Dad said, well, let’s just try again.”

The Goss family were able to find a silver lining amid the incredible devastation to their livelihood.

The family rebuilt their business after the flood but upgraded and installed electric ovens which proved to be a very good business decision.

The Sun-Herald printed this map on February 27, 1955, showing just how far-reaching the flood was across NSW.

Dubbo. Locally, the fast-flowing Bell River rose and floodwater entered part of the central business district.

The NSW State Emergency Service was formed in the months after the 1955 flood and also commemorates its 70th anniversary this year. Local SES units are expected to be involved in different commemorative activities around the state throughout 2025.

The Burrendong Dam was finally completed in 1967, some 21 years after construction first began. It has been credited with

preventing further catastrophic flooding in the years since.

Seventy years on, ‘The Big Flood’ is still a defining moment of history for Australia, and certainly, for local communities in the central west who lived through it.

The Dubbo Photo News spoke to a number of people and organisations about the local impact of the 1955 flood. Our sister publications in Gilgandra, Warren, and Narromine will also reflect this week on the impact of the that event in their communities.

Talbragar Street during the flood emergency in February 1955. Her family’s bakery is in the background. PHOTO: H MCLEAN.

Library resources capture flood story HELEN Thompson, Resource Librarian at the Macquarie Regional Library in Dubbo, showed the Dubbo Photo News several original and very precious historical resources from the time, including original newspapers that chronicled how locals fared during and in the aftermath of the local floods.

“They do get brittle, and we have the [originals] on microfilm,” Helen explained.

The library itself, on the corner of Macquarie and Talbragar Streets, sits on the site of what used to be Paull’s Service Station. A blown-up black and white photo of the site well under water from the 1955

flood adorns the wall of the library’s local history storage room.

“The flood was lapping right up into Victoria Park,” she said.

The library has a collection of 75 digitised photos of the 1955 flood on its catalogue.

It also has excellent resources such as the late regional history writer Marion Dormer’s definitive book, “Dubbo: City on the Plains 1901:1988” which makes several references to the 1955 flood.

“The rivers built up all day and finally the flood broke at night time when shops and business premises were closed and many people were asleep,” Ms Dormer’s book reveals.

“Not one business or shop in the whole stretch of main shopping centre Macquarie, Talbragar, Brisbane and Church Streets missed being flooded.”

The flood struck Dubbo around 2am on Friday, February 25, 1955, with blackouts occurring as water engulfed the local electricity station.

“It all happened so quickly – so many stories of dramatic rescues could be told and so many people were involved that it is possible to record only fragments of that momentous event in Dubbo’s history,” Ms Dormer’s book states.

The Macquarie Regional Library will have a small photographic display about the 1955

flood available for viewing around the anniversary, Helen said.

The library also has an online oral history project that chronicles several residents’ personal reflections of the 1955 floods. Readers can access this via the library’s website.

The Western Plains Cultural Centre also has a local history room with similar historical resources to the library.

Residents keen to walk down memory lane should contact the Dubbo Regional Council to make an appointment to speak with local history officer, Simone Taylor, about available resources.

The plaque text. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

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RESIDENTS REFLECT ON THE FLOOD Ron Jones, Wellington: “Not much to see here” WELLINGTON local Ron Jones, 85, told the Dubbo Photo News that while the town did flood in 1955, more damage was experienced the following year when the fast-flowing and often fickle Bell River burst its banks yet again.

“Hardly anyone got flooded here in 1955,” Ron said.

“A few houses down near the Bell River, the flats got flooded, but very few. A couple of houses in the town too,” he added. “[The floodwater] didn’t go

through the shops in Nanima Crescent, but right up to the door. They had sandbags in there, opposite the Commonwealth Bank.”

Then a teenager, Ron remembers riding his pushbike around the town with his mates, and in 1955 the flood wasn’t really considered a big deal.

He recalls one fellow being rescued from his refuge up a tree by people in rowboats.

The Wellington Museum has a small collection of photos from the 1955 and 1956 floods. Museum volunteer Ruth Cosier kindly showed the Dubbo Photo News the collection

during our visit.

A famous photo from February 1955 shows local lasses Carmel Larum and Pauline McGarrity in a boat on one of the flooded local streets.

While the Wellington Museum doesn’t currently have an oral history collection like its Dubbo counterpart, Ruth hopes this might become a project for the future to help preserve local stories from the past like those shared by Ron Jones.

Housed in the old police station (adjacent to the new one), the Wellington Museum is open Friday to Sunday.

John Leach remembers the 1955 flood and impacts to north Dubbo homes and businesses.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

John Leach, Dubbo: “North Dubbo decimated” JOHN Leach was roused from his sleep by his mum when the flood hit Dubbo in the early hours of February 25, 1955. The young man and others had been monitoring the water rising and predicted it wouldn’t hit until the next day. “‘Quick, quick, you’ve got to get up!’ she said, relaying a message to me from a mate,” he added. “‘He wants you to get up the depot to get the truck, because the Commercial Hotel is being flooded in the basement,’” John, now 93, recalled his mother’s words.

He promptly jumped on his pushbike and headed for the fuel depot where he worked, having to navigate the rising water in different central business district streets to get to the Commercial Hotel.

“What caused the flood was that heavy rain, a lot of rain. We had about 10 or 11 inches here, and was that over just 24 hours,” he said.

“We found out later that the Talbragar River caused the problem. It became a weir and water backed up against that,” he added.

John said the flooding only impacted the area immediately around the river and north Dubbo.

“Because the water banked

up through north Dubbo, that’s why it decimated the poor people that owned houses and businesses over there,” he said.

“The lowest part of town is the police station and it got flooded, and the courthouse,” he added.

John recalled assisting a police officer in a memorable rescue of an elderly lady dressed in black, standing in floodwater in Erskine Street.

“Back in those days, the old ladies used to wear long black dresses, and she’d been standing in the water from about three o’clock in the morning, so 12 hours waiting for help,” he explained.

When the lady refused to leave, however, the police officer politely said he would have to arrest her.

“She wasn’t very big, and he plucked the poor darling out of the water and into the boat,” John laughed at the memory.

John’s sweetheart and later wife, Thurza Tipping, had a hairdressing salon near what became the Snare’s newsagency, and it was inundated in the flood. He helped her clean up the mess afterwards, and they married in 1958, going on to have a long and happy life together and raising two children.

Local Wellington lasses Carmel Larum and Pauline McGarrity in a boat on one of the flooded local streets in February 1955. PHOTO: SUPPLIED; WELLINGTON MUSEUM.

Ronald Jones, who experienced the 1955 flood as a teen, with Wellington Museum volunteer Ruth Cosier.

PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

Ruth and Ron in the “holding cell” in what remains of the old police station in Wellington.

1955 Flood: Politicians reflect MANY lessons were learned from the 1955 flood disaster, something local elected representatives across the levels of government were keen to stress when reflecting on the 70th anniversary of the event.

“Seventy years ago, our city faced one of its greatest challenges through an unprecedented disaster when flood waters peaked at 12.67m, flooding large areas of Dubbo including the main business district,” said Dubbo Regional Council Mayor, Josh Black.

“The historic flood, known as the city’s biggest, tested the strength and resilience of the community back then. Today we remember not just the devastation, but the spirit of those that rebuilt our CBD and led to the

planning and provisions we have in place for the city now,” he added.

Historic flooding events like the 1955 event, and those since, have served as vital lessons for the future, Mayor Black stressed.

“Council remains committed to ensuring that all new developments in the Dubbo Region carefully consider flood risks,” he said.

“We continue to balance economic, environmental, social, and safety considerations while working to minimize both the impact of flooding on development and the impact of development on flooding.”

State Member for Dubbo, Dugald Saunders MP, represents a State electorate that experienced significant inundation during the 1955 flood,

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something he hopes the community will never see again.

“The 1955 flood is still remembered by many, as water levels reached the highest level in Dubbo’s history,” Mr Saunders said.

“The memories will remain and be documented forever, but I’m hoping we never see that scale of flooding again,” he added.

“As we reflect back on that time 70 years ago, there are still challenges, but also opportunities.

The new Dubbo bridge will provide one of the greatest opportunities for the city since that 1955 flood, and I’m excited about the difference it will make to the region,” he concluded.

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Worker well-being adds to a business’ bottom line, new study shows

By DAVID DIXON NEWSFLASH! Looking after your workers pays dividends, a new report has revealed, suggesting that every dollar invested in your staff’s well-being adds four times that to a business’ bottom line.

Companies that prioritise employee well-being significantly outperform the market, delivering up to three times higher shareholder returns, according to a ground-breaking report compiled by the Sydney-based workplace study UAre Group.

Titled ‘Maximising Return on Investment in Your People 2025’, the report consolidates findings from leading global research institutions including Harvard, Oxford, and MIT universities, and Deloitte economics.

With worker shortages a key problem for many industries worldwide and just as much for the Central West, the study makes the case that investing in employee well-being is no longer optional.

The data in the analysis suggest that organisations with high well-being scores experience:  Three times higher shareholder returns  50 per cent lower staff turnover  21 per cent greater profitability  400 per cent return on investment (ROI) in well-being programs.

Despite these clear benefits, the report highlights a major disconnect: while 85 per cent of executives believe a well-being

strategy provides a competitive edge, fewer than 20 per cent of companies have one in place, and just two per cent use well-being data to guide decision-making.

Research leaves no room for doubt employee well-being is a financially strategic investment, not just a feel-good initiative, UAre Group Co-Founder and Chairman Grant Ellison says.

“The numbers speak for themselves – companies that actively invest in their people, win in every meaningful way, from productivity and retention to bottom-line performance,” Ellison said.

“This isn’t just about reducing sick days or improving morale; the market is now rewarding businesses that can demonstrate a real commitment to employee well-being,” he added.

Beyond risk mitigation, the report quantifies the financial benefits of investing in employee well-being. Research from PwC and Deloitte shows that for every $1 invested in employee well-being, businesses can expect at least a $4 return.

“When you think about the productivity gains, reduced absenteeism, lower turnover, and improved engagement, the financial case is overwhelming,” Ellison said.

“The challenge for many organisations is knowing where to start and how to measure impact.”

For well-being to drive real business value, it must be embedded in company strategy, championed from the top, and continuously measured and refined, he concluded.

Looking after your workers pays dividends, a new report has revealed, suggesting that every dollar invested in your staff’s well-being, adds four times that to a business’ bottom line.

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Farewell for beloved local volunteer who served Wellington community

By DAVID DIXON HE was a man who gave his all to his community and will be sadly missed by a whole range of volunteer organisations in Wellington, with the community mourning the passing of local identity, Dr Mike Augee.

The former Councillor and Deputy Mayor of Wellington Shire, local author, and 2024 Citizen of the Year, died last week after a recent illness.

Yet it was in a variety of voluntary roles that he will be best-remembered, Wellington local and current Dubbo Councillor, Richard Ivey said.

“He was really the epitome of a worthwhile volunteer,” Cr Ivey said.

“He was effective, knowledgeable, and he really wanted

to serve his community, and he did it effectively,” he added.

Among his many roles, Dr Augee was past President, Secretary and Treasurer of the Wellington Historical Society; a member of Wellington’s Heritage Committee; founder of Friends of the Wellington Caves; heavily involved in The Fossil Trail at the Caves; a member of the Wellington Lions Club; a volunteer ranger at Mt Arthur; and a supporter of Burrendong Botanic Garden and Arboretum.

A public leader, he also served on the former Wellington Council; holding the role of Deputy Mayor, with a commitment to the betterment of the wider community, Cr Ivey said.

“Mike was one of those people who really wanted to be ef-

fective and to get things done.

“He simply wanted to make a positive difference to his community,” Cr Ivey said.

A local environmentalist who led the Greens at the last Local Government elections, Dr Augee, was named as Wellington’s 2024 Citizen of the Year in recognition of his commitment to the environment and his love of education and sharing knowledge of Australia’s flora and fauna.

Others to praise his contributions, included the Wellington Lions Club who posted on their Facebook page: ”Thank you Dr Mike Augee for your seven years of being both secretary/ treasurer of our club.

“Turned up to our events to take the money and then worked at home; he will be

greatly missed by many of the non-profit groups in Wellington that he helped over the years.”

Drawing from his great skill and knowledge as a respected Palaeontologist, Dr Augee, Chris George, and Bruce Welch, also published the popular local book on the town’s main tourist attraction titled: “Wellington Caves”.

In recent years, Dr Augee joined the Greens and narrowly missed out on election to Dubbo Regional Council last year under their banner. Dr Augee had a distinguished professional life, including serving as the Research Director at the Wellington Caves.

There is expected to be a memorial service at Wellington Caves in March to honour this great local servant.

Dr Mike Augee. former Councillor and Deputy Mayor of Wellington Shire, local author, and a 2024 Citizen of the Year, died last week after a recent illness. PHOTO: NSW GREENS

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Thumbs up to Vinnies volunteer Barb for her amazing recycling, turning old material into amazing dog beds. Fantastic effort!

Thumbs up to Lorraine for great effort in keeping all the catering supplies filled at U3A. With so many more enrolled this year, it’s an amazing effort.

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Locals getting a look-in, with nearly half its new intake coming from the golden west, the School of Rural Health recently welcomed its 2025 first-year medical students, seen here with SRH First Year Medical Students with Head of the Clinical School, Professor Catherine Hawke. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

By DAVID DIXON WITH nearly half its new intake coming from the Golden West, the School of Rural Health (SRH) recently welcomed 2025 first-year medical students undertaking the University of Sydney’s entire four-year Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo.

Representing regional centres including Orange, Dubbo, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Coonamble, Parkes, and Forbes, the new group will join the 93 medical students currently studying in the Dubbo stream of the course.

Among the first-year students are Central West locals Jonathon Toll, Savana Purss, and Grace McRae. Jonathon grew-up in Dubbo and has been working locally. Witnessing the impact of limited healthcare services in rural areas, he was

inspired to become a doctor to make a lasting difference in rural communities.

“The immersive learning experience and smaller cohort offer a great opportunity to train and develop into a medical professional in the bush,” Jonathon said.

“The overwhelmingly positive reviews from current and past students, and the community in general, also motivated me to want to study in Dubbo,” he added.

Savana Purss has been a dietitian at Dubbo Hospital for the past three years. While she has always been interested in becoming a doctor, she was uncertain about her chances given the competitive entry process.

“I am most excited to be studying in a town that I already know and love; it’s been an extremely smooth and encouraging process to even apply to study medicine in Dubbo,” Sa-

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Best-selling Australian rural romance author Nicole Alexander is coming to the Macquarie Regional Library Dubbo branch for an author talk on Tuesday 11 March 2025 at 11:30am.

Applications for the Minokamo Student Exchange Program are now open.

Council is proud to be celebrating NSW Seniors Festival, which recognises the role and contributions of older adults to our local communities.

Council is hosting a New Resident event on Monday 10 March to welcome residents who are new to the region.

Nicole will speak about how she became an author and the inspiration around her latest novel.

The author talk is free to attend, however, bookings are essential on 6801 4510 or mrl.nsw. gov.au/events

Selected students and their chaperones will experience life in Japan by living abroad for two weeks and being hosted by families in Dubbo’s Sister City, Minokamo. }ď ťĊÌ ďķĴ ĉďīÐ ­ÅďķĴ ĴìðĮ ăðåÐ Æì­ĊæðĊæ experience, head to dubbo.nsw.gov.au

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WHAT KIDS SAY Claire How old are you? Seven.

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Um, I’m kind, caring, and try my best at things.

What are you good at? Running and swimming.

What’s a type of food do you love the most? Watermelon.

What’s the best dream you’ve ever had? When our family worked together to build a house!

When you grow up, what do you think your job will be? A real estate agent like Tara.

Do you have a favourite word?

Um… love.

If you got to be a parent for a day, what would be your number one rule? Do ANYTHING you want, except have food and drink on the carpet.

What makes you laugh? When people tell funny jokes.

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Do you know any good jokes? No.

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If you could paint your bedroom, what colour would it be? Blue and pink.

Who’s the boss in your family? Mum and Dad. Which zoo animal would you have for a pet? A meerkat.

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If you could talk to animals, what animal would like to speak to? A dolphin.

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TIME WARP

Controversy for the man who designed the Dubbo War Memorial

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George Rayner Hoff’s sculpture ‘Sacrifice’ is an art deco masterpiece showing a naked man lying on a sword and shield held up by semi-naked woman, and is a worthy centrepiece in the Hall of Silence at the Hyde Park monument

Dubbo War Memorial designer George Rayner Hoff’s sculptures representing Peace as a naked woman sacrificed on the Shield of Mars, was considered too graphic for the Anzac Hall of Silence at Hyde Park in Sydney Photos: State Library of NSW

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Contact us at: photos@dubbophotonews.com.au We’d love to include your photos in a future edition.

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Holy (6) Properly authorised (8) Indifferent (9) Shelve (5) Forced (4) Gem (4)

9-LETTER

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Written passage (5) German automobile manufacturer (4) Scholarly (8) Having impaired vision (8) Pulp (4) Naming words (5)

No. 270

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list?

The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in ‘s’.

Today’s Aim: 9 words: Good 14 words: Very good

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ACROSS

Edgeword

4 LETTERS ADDS AGES ASKS CASE CEDE DABS EGGS LIST ONES

No. 179

Place each of the tiles of letters into the blank jigsaw below to create four six-letter words going across and down.

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No. 178

Insert each number from 1 to 9 in the shaded squares to solve all the horizontal and vertical equations.

Multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction.

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There may be more than one possible answer.

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SLEEK TANGO TERSE TREAT TRIOS TWEET TYRES

SOLUTION

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3 Repeat (4) 5 Amenity (8) 6 Single (10) 7 Raging fire (7) 8 Generosity (8) 9 Pace (4) 15 Preadult (10) 18 Expending (8) 19 Brings to life (8) 21 Dish of meat rolled around

5 LETTERS ADORE ANGER ANGST AORTA AWARE AWOKE BIKED BLURB CANED CLOSE DEBTS DENIM DIALS DOMES DOSED DREGS DROSS EAGLE EARNS EERIE EMAIL ERROR ETHER EVILS GILDS GOODO GORED GRITS HOVER

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32 Largest (8) 33 Funeral car (6)

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No. 179

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WORDFIT

C R A S S L A T H E A D O R N M I N U S S I E G E

No. 270

EDGEWORD TRAUMA, TRUEST, MARKET, STREET

CROSSWORD

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EASY

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are there in the Middle Eastern folk tales?

Which singer-songwriter wrote and recorded the theme song for the hit series Orange is the New Black?

What ingredient makes a latte into a mocha?

True or false: spruce trees are evergreen?

Papillon is a breed of what type of animal?

In which country are the Cliffs of Moher located?

Ockenden competes in what sport?

8. Annie Lennox (pictured) partnered with Dave Stewart to form which ’80s British pop duo?

9. Name the narrator of Herman Melville’s 1851 novel Moby-Dick.

10. What device helps musicians keep a steady tempo?

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INSANITY STREAK

by Tony Lopes

THE SPATS

by Jeff Pickering

No. 180

D A C D N F A P P L L I M E M R P I E E I B A N A N A A A A I E T S D G A Y C K P E P N N E A R S P E A C H E E P R U G D N U E G R A P E F R U I T O F U S R S A L A S T S S C M H R T R T O I M P T P I T O E C U E H I R S O A N A M O T G R I Q U T A I N Y U W M N K O A T U B O N N D A T P O E U T B O I A H G A R U P A N F M P A L N R C E A N H E W E R Q R P I C B M E L O N C S A U U U P V E W P A V O C A D O I A N L E A Y W C O C O N U T T T E E

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OUT ON A LIMB

TIP OF THE WEEK

SOLUTIONS SOLUTION EASY

MEDIUM

Can you find all the words listed?

The leftover letters will spell out a secret message.

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No. 269

CODEWORD: 1 = Q, 2 = K, 3 = H, 4 = J, 5 = O, 6 = X, 7 = U, 8 = N, 9 = R, 10 = Z, 11 = S, 12 = M, 13 = A, 14 = C, 15 = D, 16 = I, 17 = G, 18 = Y, 19 = V, 20 = L, 21 = P, 22 = B, 23 = T, 24 = E, 25 = F, 26 = W

SUDOKU

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CODEWORD

by Wulff & Morgenthaler

by Gary Kopervas

by JoAnn Derson

YOUR STARS

CANCER: You’ll put in a considerable amount of overtime at work this week. You’ll also enjoy relaxing moments with family and friends and participate in enriching activities together.

LEO: A trip or a romantic getaway will lift your spirits.

You’ll fully embrace this blissful experience. The idea of moving abroad or going on an adventure will take shape in your mind.

VIRGO: Change will come naturally to you this week.

Choose your friends wisely to reduce stress in your life.

You’ll take a more spiritual approach to life, which will improve your well-being and help you feel more aligned with your deepest desires.

LIBRA: You’ll have strong emotions this week. Be mindful about putting yourself in a position where you’re forced to make a big decision all alone. This could lead to tough criticism that may be hard to handle.

SCORPIO: You’ll use your strong sense of determination to carve out your own place in the professional world. This approach could open the door to exciting opportunities for travel and cultural experiences.

SAGITTARIUS: You’ll stand out among your friends and colleagues. These individuals will be ready to support the big changes you’re making, including those in your personal life.

CAPRICORN: For some people, this time of year means

relaxation. However, if a crowd of visitors arrives at your home, they may take liberties and leave you feeling solely responsible for putting things back in order. Fortunately, you’ll still have a great time.

AQUARIUS: Trust your instincts – they’re your best guide! Don’t let yourself be influenced by those who think they know everything. Believe in your own abilities. Someone close to you might inadvertently hold you back.

PISCES: Your work will provide you with stability, financial independence and travel opportunities. Be careful not to exceed the speed limit when driving this week.

Cancer, Leo and Virgo

ARIES: You’ll come up with great ideas and innovative proposals this week. Your plans may change a few times based on your mood. This could irritate some people around you.

TAURUS: Amid a chaotic situation, brilliant ideas often emerge. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, a second cup of coffee might be just the boost of energy you need to accomplish great things.

GEMINI: After a particularly stressful period, taking a step back and indulging in some well-deserved rest is important. This break will help you recharge your batteries and feel refreshed.

The luckiest signs this week:

z Smartphones and computers are notorious for viruses – but I’m thinking of the kind that can make YOU sick. These devices are touched by us constantly. And then we stick them right to our faces! Take the time daily to clean off your device with an alcohol wipe to decontaminate it. Your respiratory and digestive systems will thank you.

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Dubbo Camera Club: Meet 1st Tuesday of ing these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Tai Chi at U3A: 10am, at the Community Seventh-day Adventist Church Bible MONDAY the Month at Club Dubbo at 7pm. Everyone is Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra and Arts Centre, Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Study: 9.30am, Sabbath School and chilCroquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Gipps St Anonymous (Daily welcome to join. See F.B. page for more details.

Wingewarra Street. Richard 6888 5656 dren’s/youth Sabbath School, 11am, Divine Alcoholics Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, Urban Tribe: 2pm, with dancing, music, sing- Service. Cnr Cobra and Sterling Sts. dubbo.ad- Reflections Meeting): 12pm (1.5hrs), ‘Daily Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 5pm players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 (also Tuesdays), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of ing, caring and sharing. 0459 762 702 Reflections’. St Brigid’s Catholic Church, 198 start, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane Street, Dubbo. ventist.org.au 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946.

Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promot- Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: Talbragar CWA: First Saturday of the Month. Brisbane St. Jack 0418 605 041/Sally 0427 829 Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and Dementia Sing Out Choir: Weekly 11am- ing healthy hearts, Ray 0437 541 942 Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday 45 L Boothenba Road, Dubbo commencing at 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live.

12.30pm, Generosity Church 51 Sheraton Road Let’s Walk together: 10am Thursdays week- to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, cor- 2pm. Will be 90 this year! Contact Ronda on Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND com.au Dubbo. Contact Anne Gemmell 0481396404. ly meet at Regand Park near the Walkway ner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. 0419 275 223.

Monday of the month, 5.30pm-6.30pm, Dubbo Chess Club: 7pm-9pm, at Dubbo RSL. Geurie Lions Markets: Saturday, March 29, Bridge. Everyone is welcome. Supported by Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, DVDs and Transition Dubbo Food + Film Night: For St Brigid’s meeting room. Contact Sandra Juniors welcome. Don 0431 460 584 or Sandy 2025. At Wise Park Mitchell Highway, Geurie. the Heart Foundation. Contact Jimmy at now board games with the money raised going information about future events, contact to Lindeman amnesty.dubbo@gmail.com or 0419 0408 200 564 8:30am start.

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Connecting Community Services 1800 319 551. to Charities that Club members choose.

Peter 0439 091 767 Dubbo City Ladies Probus Club: Meet Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE Line Dancing: 9.30am to 12 noon, Greek Hall, Western Plains Trefoil Guild: SECOND Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, on the second Tuesday of each month in the timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, corner Gipps and Roper Street, Dubbo. Kathy Friday of each month, 10.30am, Orana Gardens Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990.

Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close at 10am constarts at Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are wel- 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263.

Round house. Please confirm the meeting will to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, cor- Australian Air Force Cadets 313 “City of tact Marie Francis 0408845640. come. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to Macquarie Masons Dubbo: SECOND be on. Dorothy 6884 6646 ner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. Dubbo” Squadron: 6pm-9.30pm, Army Dubbo Embroiderers: 9:30am- 3:00pm help!

Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, Dvds and Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month Thursday of the month. All visitors are welLadies Luncheon: Will be held Saturday come, John O’Brien 0405 051 896.

SATURDAY now board games with the money raised going St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18 years, rewarding (also see Saturday listing) Dubbo Bridge Club, March 1, 12 noon at The Press, 33 Bultje Street Outback Dragons Dubbo: 5.45pm (in sumactivities. to Charities that Club members choose.

Elston Park, Bultje St Dubbo. All are welcome.

Dubbo. Contact Bev on 68845401 by February mer), Sandy Beach amenities block. Come and Beekeepers Inc - Orana: SECOND Saturday Dubbo Bridge Club: FOURTH Monday of the Contact Patricia 0439846400 of the month, 9.15am, Narromine Tennis Club 27 if interested. month, 10am-1pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, Dubbo Lions Club Inc: FIRST and THIRD try dragon boating, your first five paddles are rooms, unless other arrangements are made. SUNDAY $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Free. info@outbackdragons.com.au, Robyn Tuesday of the month, 6.30pm, Club Dubbo. orana.secretary@beekeepers.asn.au Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings (Steps COMING SOON Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 4.30pm 0427462504 Bridge Club - Dubbo: 1pm until approxi- and Traditions): 7pm (1.5hrs), ‘Steps and start, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church St. PO Box 285 Dubbo, Lois on 0428288325 or dubCPSA Dubbo Meeting: Friday, March 14, Wellington Arts and Crafts: 10am-3pm, mately 4.30pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 Traditions’ meeting, Dubbo Community Health, bolionsinc@gmail.com.

Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and 2025. 10am at the Dubbo RSL Club. Guest Small Hall in the Anglican Church grounds, non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Palmer St. Jack 0418 605 041, Sally 0427 829 up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live. Dubbo Men’s Probus: FIRST Tuesday of Speaker - Donna Falconer. All welcome, no Wellington, variety of crafts, activities and Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au every month, 11am, Masonic Hall, Bob Ellis com.au charge. For further information, please contact workshops offered. Dorothy 0408 601 066 Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New Australian Kite Flyers Society: SECOND Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: 0428217752 Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 Sunday of the month, 10am, Jubilee Oval. See 0427 251 121.

Dubbo Prostate Support Group: For inforMondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to Macquarie Cricket Club Dubbo - 45 Year Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946. how to build and fly modern (and old) kites. 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All mation about future meetings, Elizabeth 0408 Reunion: MCC invites all current / former to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, cor- CWA Gilgandra Market: FIRST Saturday David 0476 223 342 682 968 players and supporters to attend the up- ner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. of the month, 9am-1pm, Cakes, fruit, pickles, Bicycle User Group Social Ride: 9am, at men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm, for 7.30pm, coming reunion. 7pm Saturday, March 1, 2025. Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, Dvds and plants and more! New stall holders are wel- Wahroonga Park. Mick 0437 136 169 or Sam Dubbo Multicultural Women’s Group: Dubbo RSL, Glen 0419 179 985 or Doreen 6882 THIRD Monday of the month, 10am, St Brigid’s 6163 Garden Hotel, Gipps St, Dubbo. Jason Green: now board games with the money raised going come. $5 per table, proceeds to CWA. Contact 0429826076, dubbobug.org.au Meeting Room in Brisbane Street. Women of all Family History Society (Dubbo & 0450 622 488, Glenn McLean: 0427 646 972, to Charities that Club members choose.

Hilda 0427471270.

Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam (DAMjam): backgrounds are invited. 1800 319 551.

Geoff Morrison: 0408 778 633.

District): 1pm to 4pm, Cnr Wingewarra & Dubbo Anglican Church Vigil Communion SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm, FRIDAY Narromine Community Women’s Shed: Gipps Sts, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Service: 6pm, 158 Brisbane Street.

Milestone Hotel, upstairs.

Join acoustic sessions THURSDAY 10am -3pm, (also Wednesdays), The Wesley Community Arts Centre. or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143 Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: 7pm Contact 6884 4990 Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Leona Girls Brigade: During school term, 6pm to (1.5hrs) ID meeting, Dubbo Community Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Dubbo Bridge Club: 1pm, Bultje Street Above Board Gamers: SECOND and 0487 200 987 FOURTH Thursday of the month, 6pm, Devil’s Health, Palmer Street, Dubbo. Contact Dee (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Patchwork: 10am-3pm, at Dubbo Arts & Craft 8pm, Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy crafts, games, camps, 0417 422 750, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au. non-members. Libby 0428 254 324 Street. 6884 4990 Hollow Brewery. Alan 0432 278 235 Cottage, 137 Cobra St, June 6882 4677. stories, songs, cooking and much more. Julie Akela Playgroup: 9.30am, Scout Hall, 4 Central West Makers Place: 12pm-6pm, Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Dubbo Anglican Church: 10am, Trinity Kids South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to Sunday School and family Communion service. RFDS Dubbo Support Group month- 0428 821 829 Akela St., Sharna 0438 693 789 ly meetings: FIRST Monday of the month, Badminton: 7.30pm-9.30pm, Delroy High Shed, Cnr Palmer and High Streets. 3D print- 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All Dubbo Baptist Church: 6pm, at 251 Cobra RFDS Visitor Experience, 5pm, 21 Judy Jakins Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Thursday), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Street (next to Spotlight), during school terms.

School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo, ing, robotics, pottery, and more. Adam 0431 men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445 Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club: FIRST and Come along and discover if church is still rele- Drive, Dubbo Airport. Jeanette Hamilton 0429 Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promot$5 to play, $22 insurance ($20, school students). 038 866. ing healthy hearts, contact Ray 0437 541 942 Communion Service (Dubbo Anglican THIRD Saturday of the month, 4pm, Seniors vant in today’s world. Everyone is welcome. 673 366.

Chris 6887 3413 Rotary Club of Dubbo: 6pm-8pm, Westside Orana Physical Culture: 4pm onwards, Bingo - South Dubbo Veteran’s & Church): 10am, Brotherhood House chapel, (15+), old Scouts Building, 189-191 Talbragar 6884 2320 Street, across from Aldi. Terry 0408 260 965. Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, 251 Cobra Hotel, Whylandra Street, West Dubbo. Contact starts with 2-4 years Sparkles class, Auditorium Community Men’s Shed: 11am-12.30pm, 158 Brisbane St. West Dubbo Bowling Club. Barry 0439 344 349 Community Kitchen: FIRST Friday of the Embroiderers - Dubbo: 10:00am- 3:00 Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is wel- Lyn Wicks, 0428 342 374, Carla Pittman, 0418 at St Mary’s Primary School. See the Orana 294 438 or dubborotaryclub@hotmail.com Physical Culture Facebook page Coffee, Craft and Chat: 9.30am-12pm, month, 6.30pm, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane St, pm (also see Tuesday listing) All are welcome come. 6884 2320 Macquarie Regional Library Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Sing Australia Dubbo Choir: 6pm-8pm, Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie: 12.30pm Gospel Hall, Cnr of Boundary Road and Taylor free meal.

Bridge Club, Bultje Street. NO auditions, no re- - 2pm, Westside Hotel, contact Peter McInnes CPSA (Combined Pensioners and Contact Patricia 0439846400 Road, 6882 0007 St. Anne 0428 425 958 Croquet: 8.15am for 8:30am start, Tuesday, Superannuants Association): SECOND Family History Society (Dubbo & Orana K9 Training Club INC: New in- quirements to read music and no singing ex- 0417 140 149 Thursday. Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Friday each month, 10am, Dubbo RSL District): 10am to 1pm, volunteers on site dur- take class every 7th Sunday starting 4/2/24.. perience necessary. Contact Michele Peak 0428 Rotary Club of Dubbo South: 6pm, at South Dubbo Tavern Dubbo. Kate 0409 927 140, Lillian 0429 471 921 Club. Discuss issues, guest speaker. Further ing these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre ( daylight savings start time 8.45am Eastern 680 775.

Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra and Standard time 9.45am ). Orana K9 Training are Tai Chi 10 Form: 2.30pm-3.30pm during Silver Craft: THIRD Tuesday of the month, CWA Dubbo: FIRST Thursday of the month, Information Barb 0427251121 now training at Pioneer Oval Howard Ave West school terms at U3A, Community Arts Centre, 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society 9.30am to 11am, Oaktree Retirement Village Dubbo Nepalese Christian Fellowship: Gipps St. 6.30-8pm. Cyrel on 0416 826 701 or Kabita 0452 Orana Writers’ Hub: 1st Saturday of the Dubbo. Contact Reg 0428849877 or Dianne WPCC, 76 Wingewarra St.. Laney 6882 4680 or Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Julie 6884 4919 Peel Street, Dubbo. Marion 6884 2957 laneyluk@gmail.com.

Smart Recovery (Behaviour Change 0429847380. month 10-1. Music Room WPCC CWA Wongarbon Handicraft: SECOND 406 234.

Support Group): 5pm, online or in person.

Dubbo Parkinson’s Support Group: FIRST Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, TUESDAY Thursday of the month, Liz 0401 174 883.

Rob on 0417 497 187 CWA Wongarbon: FIRST Thursday of Friday of each month, 10.30am, Horizons SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, Dubbo. Sundays only, 6887 3704 the month, 10am, Wongarbon CWA rooms. village, Minore Road, Dubbo. Jim Jupp, Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Cnr Darling and The Write In: An opportunity for writers to sit Aboriginal Elders Walkabout Ministry Spinning Group: Every third Tuesday 10am 0438414888.

Wingewarra Sts. Charlene on 0408 825 180 Marjorie 6884 5558 in writerly companionship, writing. 3rd Sunday Group: 9.30am - 2pm in Holy Trinity Church -4pm Dubbo Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Contact Julie 0418 976 663 Dubbo Anglican Church Trinity Kids Lunchtime Prayer Group - Dubbo Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE of the month. Dubbo library meeting room Hall, 158 Brisbane Street Croquet: 8.15am for 8:30am start, Tuesday, South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Playgroup: 10am-12pm, Anglican Church Hall, Anglican Church: 1-2pm in Brotherhood timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, from 11.30.

158 Brisbane St., during School terms. Contact House, 158 Brisbane Street. Bring your lunch starts at Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are wel- Traditional Catholic Latin Mass – Thursday. Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Men’s Shed: 9am-12pm, Cnr of High and Narromine Food Barn: 9am-11am, Low- come. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to Rawsonville: SECOND Sunday of the month, Dubbo. Kate 0409 927 140, Lillian 0429 471 921 Palmer Streets. New members welcome 6884 4990 9am, Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial Hall, Dementia Sing Out Choir: Weekly 11am- Reach Out & Discussion Group for peoDubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: cost groceries and FREE fruit, vegetables and help!

12.30pm, Generosity Church 51 Sheraton Road ple with Eating Disorders Expressions Mondays 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. bread with any purchase to people in need. Ken RSL Tennis Club: 12.30pm, Paramount Tennis Rawsonville Road. 0429 920 842 Small joining fee after three visits. All men are Rumble on 0414 477 365 Club courts for enjoyable social tennis. All wel- Transcendental Meditation (TM): Free in- Dubbo. Contact Anne Gemmell 0481396404. of Interest: Spinning and Weaving: 10am, at Dubbo come 0437824743 welcome, Kevin 0427 253 445 troductory talks via www.tm.org.au. Maharishi Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at Tuesdays. Venue TBA. Ph: 0455255137 after Family History Society (Dubbo & Arts and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street.

Saturday Art: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Foundation Australia scientifically proven ben- the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. midday to express interest.

Toastmasters Club: FIRST and THIRD Norm 6882 6081 or Sandra 0432 647 877 District): 1pm to 4pm, volunteers on site dur- Anne 0408 891 225 Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Pam 6885 1918. efits of TM. Contact David 0424 252 834

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Dubbo Photo News February 27-March 5, 2025 Tuesday of the month, 7pm-9pm, Arts Centre $7.50 per session for DDFHS Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St., Sharon members, $15 for non-members. To Allan 0408 156 015 or email sallan@ reserve your place phone Linda on rhdubbo.com.au 68878284 or email martinandlinda@ Women’s Wellbeing Walking gmail.com Group: 10am Tuesdays fortnight- Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: THIRD ly meeting at Victoria Park BBQ area. Wednesday of the month, 10am-3pm, 22nd Oct, 5th Nov, 19th Nov. Women Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft of all ages welcome. Kathryn at Shop, 137 Cobra Street. Judy 6882 5776 Connecting Community Services 1800 Dubbo Bridge Club: 9.45am, for 319 551.

10am-1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 WEDNESDAY non-members. Libby 0428 254 324 Akela Playgroup: (also see Thursday Dubbo Community Garden: 9amlisting), 10.30am, Scout Hall, 4 Akela 12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garStreet, Sharna 0438 693 789. den with others, learn more skills and Alcoholics Anonymous Dubbo: grow friendships. Contact Denise 0433 Meet Wednesday 7pm (1.5hr) – ‘Topic‘ 623 842 or Julie 0428 821 829 meeting St Brigid’s Catholic Church Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, meeting rooms, 198 Brisbane St, Dubbo Owners, Users & Supporters Please contact Ian 0447 176 590 (DEVIOUS) group: FIRST Or contact 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org. Wednesday of each month, 12:30pm to au for info on meetings.

1:30pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre Ballroom Dancing: Wednesday café. Chris 0409 321 470 7:30-9:30pm $10. Wesley Hall Cnr of Carrington Avenue & Church Street, Dubbo Garden Club: 10am, FIRST Dubbo. Graham Woods 0447 885 603 Wednesday of month, Garden gathBlood Cancer Support Group: erings with morning tea. Contact, FIRST Wednesday of month, 10.30am- President, Annette Storer, 0429 828 12pm, Venue changes each month. 882 Dundullimal Dubbo Support Crew Louise or Emma 0412 706 785 Breast Cancer Support Group: Inc: FOURTH Wednesday of month, FOURTH Wednesday of every month, 10am, Dundullimal Homestead.

10am, Baptist Church, Palmer Street, Support Homestead functions. 6884 9984, dundullimal@nationaltrust.

Community Health 5853 2545 Bric-a-brac sale, weekly - South com.au Dubbo Veterans and Community Gamblers Anonymous: 6pm, Men’s Shed: 10am-12pm, Corner of Baptist Church, Dubbo. Victor 0407 Palmer and High Streets. Contact Barry 799 139 on 0439 344 349 Geurie Craft Group: 9am-2pm, Cake Cupper & Cancer Support Geurie Bowling Club. Everyone is welGroup: SECOND Wednesday of month, come. Contact Colene 0400422335 2:30-4pm, Western Cancer Centre Dubbo, carer is also welcome. For pa- Line Dancing: 6.30pm to 8:30pm, tients having current cancer treatment. Greek Hall, corner Gipps and Roper Street, Dubbo. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn Megs or Fi 6809 6200 Coffee, Craft & Chat: FORTNIGHTLY, 6888 5263.

10am-12pm, Gospel Chapel on Lodge Allan Stuart 416: SECOND Boundary Road. Anne 0428 425 958 Wednesday of month, Geurie Masonic CWA Dubbo Evening Branch: Centre. Please email secretary@lodgeTHIRD Wednesday of the month, allanstuart416.org.au 6:00pm, 3 Frith Street. Contact Barb Macquarie Intermediate Band: 6pm, school term, Band Hall, Boundary on 0409 159 556.

CWA Narromine: SECOND Rd. 6884 6686/info@macqcon.org.au, Wednesday of the month, 5.30pm, Dubbo District Band 0422 194 059 dubboband@gmail.com USMC. Carolyn 0427747478 CWA Terramungamine: SECOND Narromine Community Women’s Wednesday of the month, 10am, Shed: Mondays and Wednesdays, Dubbo RSL Club. Barb 0427 251 121 10am -3pm, The Wesley Centre, 138 CWA Wellington Branch: Second Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Leona Wednesday of Month, 10:30 a.m., 0487 200 987 Wellington CWA Rooms, Warne Survivors Of Suicide Bereavement St, Wellington. Contact Marion on Group: Wednesdays, by expressions of 0429033836 interest. Please contact 0455 255 137 afDementia Friendship Group: ter midday.

SECOND Wednesday of month, 10:30am, Western Plains Cultural Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Centre, Creo Cafe, Wingewarra St. Anne Club: 9am-2pm, Scout’s Hall, Welchman Street. $10 per day. BYO Gemmell 0481396404.

Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage: lunch. Pre-lunch cards and games, 10am-4pm, 137 Cobra Street. A large post-lunch bingo. Jan Miller 0418 255 range of handcrafted gifts made by 217 members available. Contact 6881 6410 West Dubbo Rotary: 6pm, Club Dubbo and District Family History Dubbo, Whylandra Street West Dubbo Society event: Linda Barnes will Zumba Kids: 4.15pm, West Dubbo show you how to begin discover- Primary Community Centre. A FUN dying your family history. Four weeks, namic class that keeps young bodies Wednesdays March 6, 13, 20 and 27. active, for kids aged 5 to 12. Gold coin 10.30am to 12.30pm at Community donation per family.

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ABC TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 Edward VIII: Britain’s Traitor King. 3.00 Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.05 Ancient Superstructures. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. 8.30 Tony Robinson’s Marvellous Machines. 9.20 Mysteries Of The Ancient Dead. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Bonn. 11.45 Sisi. 2.40 Earth’s Natural Wonders. Final. 3.45 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY

6.00 Morning (31) Programs.

2.20 Fanatics: The Deep End. 2.50 The Inside Story. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 If You Are The One. 7.10 Jeopardy!

7.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.35 100 Vaginas. 9.30 Secrets Of Playboy. Return. 11.15 Pose. 1.10 Hells Angels: Kingdom Come. 2.05 QAnon: The Search For Q. 2.55 NHK World English News.

5.00 Al Jazeera.

ABC ENT

6.00 Flushed.

(66) 7.00 It’s Academic.

8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Angel. 3.00 Ed And Karen’s Recipes For Success. 3.50 The Goldbergs.

4.20 Bondi Vet. 5.20 Britain’s Got Talent.

7.00 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. (2018) 9.00 MOVIE: Romancing The Stone. (1984) 11.15 MOVIE: Breakthrough.

(2019) 1.40 Shopping. 2.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.55 Simply Nigella. 3.30 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice.

5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz.

7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Aust. Return. 8.30 Under The Vines. Return. 9.15 Optics. 9.45 Hard Quiz. 10.20 Spicks And Specks. 10.50 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 11.35 News. 11.50 Grand Designs. 12.40 Long Lost Family. 1.25 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.

6.00 (22) Kids’ Programs. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 4.25 Nella The Princess Knight. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes.

6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.

8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning (23) Programs. 2.15 ER. 2.55 Doctor Who. 4.00 Would I Lie To You? 4.30 MythBusters. 5.20 Love Your Garden.

6.10 George Clarke’s Alaskan Adventure. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MOVIE: Must Love Dogs. (2005) 10.10 ER. 10.55 Not Going Out. 11.25 Rage. 12.25 QI. 12.55 MOVIE: Hedwig And The Angry Inch. (2001) 2.25 Love Your Garden. 3.15 Late Programs.

SBS (3)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Better Homes.

2.00 The Hunting Party. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 7News Local.

6.30 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 MOVIE: Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody. (2022) Naomi Ackie. (M) 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 TBA. 2.00 Shopping.

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.

SBS VLND

6.00 Morning (62) Programs. 9.00 Surf Patrol. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Weekender.

3.00 DVine Living. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Surf Patrol. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country.

11.30 Late Programs.

7FLIX

6.00 Morning (64) Programs. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Pawn Stars Do America.

3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Jade Fever. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 6.30 Pawn Stars.

7.30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 8.30 MOVIE: Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. (2019) 11.15 MOVIE: The Scorpion King. (2002) 1.15 Late Programs.

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

6.00 Rage Charts.

7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage.

12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Death In Paradise.

1.30 Optics.

2.00 Under The Vines.

2.45 Extraordinary Escapes: Sue Johnston.

3.35 The Role Of A Lifetime.

4.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies.

5.30 Landline.

6.00 Australian Story: Second Innings – Bharat Sundaresan.

6.30 Back Roads: Great Keppel, Queensland.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025.

10.30 The Newsreader.

11.25 Unforgotten.

12.15 Rage.

6.00 DW English News. 6.30 Al Jazeera. 7.00 BBC News At Six. 7.30 France 24 English News.

8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.05 Love Your Home And Garden. 10.00 The World From Above. 11.00 BBC News At Ten. 11.30 ABC World News Tonight.

12.00 PBS NewsHour. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. 5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. 5.30 Hitler: Decoding A Dictator. New. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Wonders Of Europe: The Sacre-Coeur.

Return.

8.35 Queen Camilla: The Wicked Stepmother.

9.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro: Bondi Coastal Walk.

10.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Stirling To East Neuk.

11.25 Suspect.

3.20 Australia Uncovered: Our African Roots.

4.20 Peer To Peer.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

10.00 Kangaroo Beach. 10.30 Fizzy And Suds.

11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Andy And The Band. 12.00 Mixmups. 12.15 Mini Kids. 12.35 Teletubbies. 1.15 Octonauts. 1.40 Ben And Holly.

2.05 Paddington. 2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Tiddler. 4.05 Grace’s Amazing Machines. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Thomas. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.10 Chopped Jnr. 8.55 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.40 Speechless. 10.00 Officially Amazing Goes Bunkers. 10.30 Dragon Ball Super. 10.55 Late Programs.

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.50 Not Going Out. 12.20 MOVIE: The Informant! (2009) 2.15 ER. 3.00 Doctor Who. 3.45 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.30 MythBusters.

5.20 Love Your Garden. 6.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 8.50 Absolutely Fabulous. 9.20 Absolutely Fabulous New York Special. 10.15 ER. 11.00 Not Going Out. 11.30 Rage. 12.30 QI. 1.05 Love Your Garden. 1.50 ER. 3.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 3.40 Last Woman On The Planet. 4.40 ABC News Update. 5.00 Dragon Ball Super. 5.35 Space Nova.

SBS VLND

6.00 TRT World (31) News. 6.50 DW English News. 7.20 FBC News. 7.55 France 24 Feature. 8.10 ABC America Nightline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 The Movie Show. 11.30 MOVIE: The New Corporation.

(2020) 1.30 Beyond Oak Island. 2.20 Ten Year Old Tom. 2.50 Celebrity Mastermind. 3.55 BBC News At Ten. 4.25 ABC World News Tonight.

4.50 PBS News. 5.50 Late Life Lesbians. 6.45 The Food That Built The World. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Steven Spielberg: The New Hollywood Prodigy. 9.35 The Hunt For Hitler.

10.25 Hudson & Rex. 12.05 The X-Files. 3.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

7FLIX (66)

6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Weekender.

10.30 Sydney Weekender. 11.00 Ed And Karen’s Recipes For Success. 12.20 The Goldbergs. 12.50 Dream Home. 2.20 Holey Moley Australia.

3.50 Britain’s Got Talent.

5.30 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. (2018) 7.30 MOVIE: Back To The Future Part III. (1990) Michael J. Fox. 10.00 MOVIE: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021) 12.20 MOVIE: The Master Race. (1944) 2.00 TBA. 3.00 9-1-1: Lone Star.

ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Songs Of Praise.

12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Landline.

1.30 Gardening Australia.

2.30 Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens.

3.30 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul.

4.15 Extraordinary Escapes.

5.00 This Is Going To Be Big. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies.

8.30 The Newsreader.

9.25 Love Me. 10.20 MOVIE: Cosi. (1996) Ben Mendelsohn, Barry Otto. Hospital patients stage a play. (M) 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. 12.25 Rage. 3.05 Australia Remastered. 4.00 Gardening Aust.

5.00 Insiders.

6.00 DW English News. 6.30 Al Jazeera. 7.00 APAC Weekly. 7.30 France 24 English News. 8.00 DD India News Hour. 9.05 Love Your Home And Garden With Alan Titchmarsh. 10.00 FIFA World Cup Classic Matches. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. 5.00 Heroines. New. 5.30 Hitler: Decoding A Dictator.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Ancient Greece By Train: Athens.

8.25 Emperor: Rise And Fall Of A Dynasty.

9.20 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Nefertiti, The Beauty Becomes Queen.

10.20 Great British Landmark Fixers: Manchester Town Hall.

11.15 Elvis’ Women.

2.40 Love Your Garden.

3.30 Employable Me (UK) 4.35 Bamay.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 Al Jazeera News.

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 TRT World News. 6.30 France 24 Africa News. 6.50 Indian Country Today News. 7.20 FBC News. 7.50 France 24 Feature. 8.10 ABC America Nightline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 The Movie Show. 12.20 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Skate Canada. H’lights. 1.20 VICE. 2.15 Rites Of Passage. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 ABC World News Tonight. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.45 Domino Masters. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering.

8.30 The UnXplained With William Shatner.

10.10 WWE Legends.

11.45 Hoarders. 12.30 The X-Files. 4.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Flushed. 7.00 (66) It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever.

10.00 Holey Moley Australia.

11.30 Dream Home.

1.00 Home And Away.

4.00 To Be Advised.

5.40 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters.

6.30 Puppy School.

7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Bones.

12.30 The Blacklist. 1.30 Ordinary Joe. 2.30 9-1-1: Lone Star.

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

9.00 Play School. 9.40 Milo. 10.00 Zog And The Flying Doctors. 10.30 Fizzy And Suds. 11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Andy And The Band. 12.00 Mixmups. 12.15 Mini Kids. 12.35 Teletubbies. 1.15 Octonauts. 1.40 Ben And Holly. 2.05 Paddington.

2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Kangaroo Beach. 3.50 Play School Art Time.

4.05 Grace’s Amazing Machines. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Octonauts And The Ring Of Fire. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 Moominvalley.

8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Speechless. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

9.25 Hardball. 9.45 Popularity Papers. 10.10 Malory Towers. 10.35 Gangnam Project. 11.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana. 12.00 Not Going Out. 12.30 MOVIE: Gayby Baby. (2015) 2.00 ER. 2.45 Doctor Who. 3.30 A Bite To Eat. 4.00 Would I Lie To You? 4.30 MythBusters.

5.25 Love Your Garden. 6.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025. 11.05 Planet America: Weekend Edition. 11.50 ER. 12.35 Rage. 1.40 Not Going Out. 2.10 QI. 2.40 ER. 4.05 Love Your Garden.

5.00 Dragon Ball Super. 5.35 Space Nova.

SEVEN (6)

NINE (8)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Our Take On Love. (2022) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point.

4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 8.40 MOVIE: Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. (2021) 11.00 MOVIE: Lions For Lambs. (2007) 12.45 Pointless. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Skippy. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Postcards.

7TWO

6.00 Danger Man. (81) 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives.

1.50 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Spring And Port Wine.

(1970) 5.30 Filthy Garden SOS. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Yes Minister. 8.30 MOVIE: Priscilla Queen Of The Desert. (1994) 10.40 The Closer. 11.30 Yes Minister. 12.30 Late Programs.

7MATE

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

(82) 12.00 Gossip Girl.

2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade. (1989) 10.00 MOVIE: The Moon Is Upside Down. (2024) 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold.

8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.30 Wheel Of Fortune UK. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Family Feud. 4.30 Bold.

5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Wheel Of Fortune UK. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. 10.50 News. 11.15 The Project. 12.10 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Shopping.

9GEM

6.00 (53) Shopping.

8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Jake And The Fatman. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 11.30 JAG. 1.30 My Life Is Murder. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman.

3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 FBI. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

9GO!

6.00 (52) Morning Programs. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 The Neighborhood. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 The Neighborhood. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Ghosts. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Frasier. 10.30 The Neighborhood. 11.00 Becker.

11.30 Late Programs.

SATURDAY, March 1

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SEVEN (6)

NINE (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Austn Guineas Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (2012) Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton. A top-secret government project, involving the creation of super soldiers, is threatened with exposure. (M) 10.15 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010) Matt Damon, Brendan Gleeson. A rogue military officer uncovers a conspiracy in Baghdad at the outset of the Iraq war. (M) 12.30 We Interrupt This Broadcast.

1.30 Harry’s Practice.

2.00 To Be Advised.

4.00 It’s Academic.

5.00 My Greek Odyssey.

6.00 Garden Gurus. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 Your Next Cruise. 2.00 Bondi Vet. 3.00 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 4.00 Cherie Barber’s Tiny Home. New. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway.

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Space Invaders.

8.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001) Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, Selma Blair. A ditzy blonde enrols in a prestigious law school to woo her ex-boyfriend. (PG) 10.30 MOVIE: Magic Mike’s Last Dance.

(2023) Channing Tatum. (M) 12.40 Tipping Point.

1.30 Let’s Eat With George.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents.

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

5.30 Helping Hands.

6.00 Camper Deals. 6.30 Reel Action. 7.00 On The Fly. 7.30 Escape Fishing With ET. 8.00 IFISH. 8.30 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield.

9.00 My Market Kitchen. 9.30 Planet Shapers.

10.00 The Weekly Kick-Off. 10.30 Australian Survivor. 12.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 12.30 Farm To Fork. 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 1.30 Frugal Foodie. 2.00 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures.

3.00 What’s Up Down Under.

3.30 Roads Less Travelled.

4.00 My Market Kitchen.

4.30 Good Chef Bad Chef.

5.00 10 News First.

6.30 The Dog House Australia.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia.

8.30 Gogglebox Australia.

9.30 Matlock.

10.30 Elsbeth.

11.30 FBI. 12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Hour Of Power.

7TWO

6.00 Shopping. 8.30 (62) Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 10.00 My Greek Odyssey. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Better Homes. 3.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Horse Racing. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Austn Guineas Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 12.30 My Greek Odyssey. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 DVine Living.

2.30 Creek To Coast. 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 Weekender. 4.00 Harry’s Practice. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 TBA.

7MATE (64)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Power Palooza.

Replay. 10.00 Pawn Stars. 11.00 Storage Wars.

11.30 American Resto. 12.00 The 4WD Adventure Show. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld.

1.30 Cool Cars & Bikes. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. High Limits World Tour. Night Grand Final. Replay. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 Counting Cars.

6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 9.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 10.30 Engineering Disasters. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM

6.00 Danger Man. (81) 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 TV Shop. 8.00 Thunderbirds. 8.30 Tomorrow’s World. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Explore. 11.15 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 12.35 MOVIE: Lease Of Life. (1954) 2.35 MOVIE: Trapeze. (1956) 4.45 Rugby Union. Super W. Western Force v Brumbies. 7.00 Rugby Union.

Super Rugby Pacific. Western Force v Qld Reds.

9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match.

9.45 MOVIE: The Mechanic. (1972) 11.45 MOVIE: Carrie. (1976) 1.45 MOVIE: Lease Of Life. (1954) 3.45 Explore. 4.00 Skippy. 4.30 My Favorite Martian. 5.00 The Baron.

9GO! (82)

6.00 MOVIE: L.O.L. Surprise! The Movie.

(2021) 7.00 Kids’ Programs. 9.00 I Love VIP Pets.

New. 9.30 Bakugan. 10.00 Lego Dreamzzz. 10.30 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 11.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens.

11.30 Pokémon: XYZ. 12.00 Beyblade X. 1.10 Inside The Superbrands. 3.10 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 4.10 Young Sheldon. 5.10 MOVIE: Space Jam: A New Legacy. (2021) 7.30 MOVIE: Turner & Hooch. (1989) 9.30 MOVIE: Gettin’ Square. (2003) 11.40 Young Sheldon.

12.40 The Originals. 2.30 Ben Fogle: Starting Up Starting Over. 3.30 Beyblade X. 4.30 Pokémon: XYZ. 4.50 Lego Dreamzzz. 5.10 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 5.30 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens.

SUNDAY, March 2

10 BOLD

Home (53) 6.00 Shopping. 9.00 Jake And The Fatman. 10.00 Diagnosis Murder.

12.00 JAG. 2.00 Diagnosis Murder.

3.00 JAG. 4.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 4.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 21. Brisbane Roar v Melbourne Victory.

7.00 Football Tonight.

7.25 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 21. Macarthur FC v Sydney FC. 10.00 NCIS. 12.45 Bull. 3.30 Reel Action. 4.00 JAG. 5.00 Shopping.

10 PEACH (52)

6.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 8.30 Wheel Of Fortune. 10.00 Ridiculousness. 11.00 Farm To Fork.

11.30 Deal Or No Deal.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

2.00 Ridiculousness.

3.00 Friends.

5.30 Frasier.

6.30 The Big Bang Theory.

10.30 Frasier.

11.30 Ridiculousness. 12.30 South Park. 1.00 Home Shopping. 1.30 South Park. 3.00 Home Shopping.

SEVEN (6)

NINE (8)

TEN (5)

6.00 NBC Today.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend.

12.00 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under.

Highlights.

1.30 Cycling. Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Highlights. From Geelong, Victoria.

2.30 Air Crash Investigations: Special Report.

3.30 Border Security: International.

4.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Australian Idol.

8.40 The Hunters: The Car Bomb And The Underworld War. 10.15 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery.

12.15 Friday Night Lights. 1.15 Travel Oz. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 A Current Affair.

7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Wide World Of Sports. Return.

11.00 NRL Season Preview.

1.00 Rugby League. Women’s International Test.

Australia v England.

3.00 NRL Sunday Footy: Las Vegas Pre-Show.

3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1. Penrith Panthers v Cronulla Sharks. From Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada, US. 5.30 NRL Sunday Footy: Las Vegas Post-Match.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Married At First Sight.

8.45 60 Minutes.

9.45 9News Late.

10.15 See No Evil: Body In The Barrel.

11.15 The First 48.

12.05 World’s Greatest Myths And Mysteries. 1.00 Destination WA. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Customs.

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 Mass For You At Home. 6.30 Key Of David.

7.00 Joseph Prince: New Creation Church. 7.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 8.00 The Yes Experiment.

8.30 Pooches At Play. 9.00 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey. 9.30 Loving Gluten Free.

10.00 Farm To Fork. 10.30 Are You RV Safe?

11.00 Luxury Escapes. 11.30 Buy To Build. 12.00 Australian Survivor.

1.30 Cook With Luke.

2.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield.

2.30 Basketball. NBL Finals. Semi-final series.

South East Melbourne Phoenix v Illawarra Hawks. Game 2.

4.30 Good Chef Bad Chef.

5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Sunday Project.

7.00 Australian Survivor.

8.30 Matlock.

9.30 FBI. 11.30 The Sunday Project. 12.30 Home Shopping.

4.30 CBS Morning.

SBS VLND (31)

7TWO (62)

6.00 My Greek Odyssey. 7.00 Tomorrow’s World. 7.30 Leading The Way. 8.00 David Jeremiah. 8.30 TBA. 9.00 Steam Train Journeys. 10.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 10.30 DVine Living. 11.00 I Escaped To The Country. 12.00 Escape To The Country.

2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Steam Train Journeys. 4.30 I Escaped To The Country. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 Vera.

10.30 Extreme Railways. 11.30 Steam Train Journeys. 12.30 The Great Australian Doorstep.

1.00 Vera. 3.00 Auction Squad. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Our Town. 5.30 James Robison.

7FLIX

6.00 Hook, Line (64) And Sinker. 7.00 Step Outside. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 Boating.

Austn V8 Superboats C’ship. Replay. 9.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. King Of Wings. Replay.

10.00 Counting Cars. 11.00 Pawn Stars. 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. 1.30 Tackling Australia. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates.

3.00 Fishing Addiction. 4.00 Motor MythBusters.

5.00 Hustle & Tow. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Die Hard: With A Vengeance. (1995) 11.10 MOVIE: Surrogates.

(2009) 1.10 Blokesworld. 2.00 Border Security.

3.30 Border Security: Int. 4.00 Late Programs.

9GEM (81)

6.00 Skippy. 6.30 Amazing Facts With Doug Batchelor. 7.00 Leading The Way. 7.30 In Touch. 8.00 Beyond Today. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Getaway. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Skippy.

11.30 Avengers. 12.30 MOVIE: She’ll Have To Go. (1962) 2.30 MOVIE: The Lone Gun. (1954) 4.00 MOVIE: The Horse Soldiers. (1959) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Gran Torino.

(2008) Clint Eastwood.

10.55 The Closer. 11.55 Chicago Med. 12.55 MOVIE: A Kind Of Loving. (1962) 3.15 MOVIE: She’ll Have To Go. (1962) 5.10 My Favorite Martian.

5.40 Innovation Nation.

7MATE

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

(82) 7.00 Booba. 7.30 The Gamers 2037. 8.00 Care Bears: Unlock The Magic. 8.30 Spidey And His Amazing Friends.

9.00 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 9.30 Bakugan.

10.00 Pokémon Ultimate Journeys. 11.00 LEGO City Adventures. 11.30 LEGO Friends: The Next Chapter. 12.00 Beyblade X. 1.15 MOVIE: In The Heights. (2021) 4.00 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie. (2014) 7.30 MOVIE: Black Adam.

(2022) 10.00 MOVIE: Sons Of Summer. (2023) 11.45 Gotham. 12.40 Arrow. 2.30 Surfing Aust.

3.00 Beyblade X. 4.00 Bakugan. 4.30 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 4.50 LEGO City Adventures. 5.10 LEGO Friends: The Next Chapter. 5.30 Pokémon.

9GO!

10 BOLD (53)

6.00 Shopping.

8.00 Reel Action. 8.30 All 4 Adventure. 9.30 What’s Up Down Under. 10.00 4x4 Adventures. 11.00 Escape Fishing. 11.30 Roads Less Travelled. 12.00 Navigating The World. 1.00 Diagnosis Murder.

2.00 JAG. 3.00 Top Gear Australia.

4.30 What’s Up Down Under.

5.00 Bondi Rescue.

5.30 Diagnosis Murder.

6.30 JAG. 7.30 Matlock.

8.30 NCIS. 11.20 CSI: Vegas. 12.15 Bull. 2.05 Charmed. 4.00 JAG.

10 PEACH (52)

6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

8.00 Frasier.

10.00 Ridiculousness.

11.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

2.00 Ridiculousness.

3.00 Friends.

5.30 Frasier.

6.30 The Big Bang Theory.

10.00 Frasier.

11.00 Ridiculousness.

12.00 South Park.

12.30 Home Shopping.

1.30 South Park. 3.00 Home Shopping.

39

TUESDAY, March 4

MONDAY, March 3

Dubbo Photo News February 27-March 5, 2025

ABC TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. 3.05 Shepherdess. 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.10 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Sicily With Michael Portillo. 8.25 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. Return.

9.25 Inside Sydney Airport. 10.15 SBS News.

10.45 Wisting. 12.25 A French Case. 2.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. 2.50 Employable Me (UK) 3.55 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY

6.00 Morning (31) Programs.

2.00 Who Gets To Stay In Australia? 3.00 The Wine Lovers’ Guide To Australia. 3.35 WorldWatch. 4.20 ABC America This Week. 5.15 PBS News Weekend. 5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 Underground Worlds. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Monty Python’s Life Of Brian. (1979) 10.15 The Weekly Football Wrap. 10.45 Forged In Fire. 12.30 Threesome.

1.30 The World’s Toughest Prisons. 3.20 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Flushed.

(66) 7.00 It’s Academic.

8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 TBA. 10.30 House Rules.

12.00 Jabba’s Movies. 12.30 The Voice. 2.15 My France With Manu. 3.15 To Be Advised. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy.

7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent.

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 9.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime.

10.30 Bones. 12.30 The Blacklist. 1.30 Alias.

2.30 9-1-1: Lone Star.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Creative Types. 10.25 MOVIE: They Shall Not Grow Old. (2018) 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline.

2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 3.00 Simply Nigella.

3.30 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family.

5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Q+A. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Planet America. 11.40 Home Delivery. 12.10 Late Programs.

(22) 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.55 The Deep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 The Crystal Maze. 9.25 Street Science. 9.50 Merlin. 10.35 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 ER. 2.45 Doctor Who. 3.30 A Bite To Eat. 4.00 Would I Lie To You? 4.30 MythBusters. 5.25 Love Your Garden. 6.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana.

7.00 My Family. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.10 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 9.35 Eat The Invaders. 10.05 MythBusters. 10.55 ER. 11.40 Not Going Out. 12.10 Rage. 1.10 This Is Going To Hurt. 2.00 ER. 2.40 Late Programs.

WEDNESDAY, March 5

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. 10.30 Oscars Red Carpet. 11.00 The Oscars. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30.

7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 Australian Idol.

9.10 Suits L.A. 10.10 The Oscars.

2.00 TBA. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

SBS VLND

6.00 TBA. 6.30 (62) Steam Train Journeys. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Better Homes. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep.

2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Extreme Railways. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency.

4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin.

8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Bargain Hunt.

11.50 Doc Martin. 12.50 Late Programs.

7FLIX

6.00 Morning (64) Programs.

10.00 Hustle & Tow. 11.00 Border Security: Int. 12.00 Border Security. 1.30 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 Motor Racing.

Night Thunder. USA New Year Sprintcars. 3.30 Jade Fever. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 American Pickers: Best Of. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters.

8.30 Adventure Gold Diggers. 9.30 Tougher In Alaska. 10.30 Frozen Gold. 11.30 Late Programs.

ABC TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. 3.00 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw.

4.10 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 5.05 Jeopardy!

5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. 8.30 Insight. Return. 9.30 Dateline.

Return. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Guillaume’s Paris. 11.30 Prisoner. 12.40 Fargo. 2.25 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. 3.20 Employable Me (UK) 4.25 Bamay. 5.00 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY

6.00 Morning (31) Programs.

12.00 France 24 English News. 12.30 In My Own World. 1.25 VICE. 2.00 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 2.55 Queer Sports. 3.50 BBC News At Ten. 4.20 ABC World News Tonight. 4.45 PBS News.

5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 Underground Worlds. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats.

8.30 Dark Side Of Reality TV. 10.20 Black Comedy In America. 12.10 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 1.00 The Devil You Know. 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Aust Story. 10.30 Optics. 11.00 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 3.00 Simply Nigella. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 The Role Of A Lifetime. 9.20 Queerstralia. 10.25 The ABC Of. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.25 Four Corners. 12.10 Late Programs.

(22) 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 1.15 Octonauts. 1.40 Ben And Holly.

2.05 Paddington. 2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly.

7.00 The Deep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Deadly 60. 9.10 Foxes: Their Secret World. 10.00 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 ER. 2.40 Absolutely Fabulous.

3.10 Doctor Who. 4.00 Would I Lie To You? 4.30 MythBusters. 5.25 Love Your Garden.

6.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana.

Final. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Fisk. 9.00 Double Parked. 9.45 Optics. 10.15 ER. 11.00 Not Going Out. 11.30 Rage. 12.35 QI. 1.05 Doctor Who. 1.55 ER. 3.20 Outback Ringer. 3.50 Love Your Garden. 4.40 ABC News Update. 5.00 Late Programs.

ABC TV (2)

THURSDAY, March 6

SBS (3)

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 1.55 Fake Or Fortune? 2.55 Simply Nigella. 3.25 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz.

7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Optics. Final. 9.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 9.45 Planet America.

10.20 Spicks And Specks. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 Gold Diggers. 11.45 Late Programs.

7FLIX (66)

6.00 Flushed.

7.00 It’s Academic.

8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 TBA. 10.30 House Rules.

12.00 Angel. 3.00 TBA. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy.

7.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

8.30 CSI: Miami.

9.30 CSI: New York.

10.30 CSI: Cyber. 11.30 Bones. 12.30 The Blacklist. 1.30 Alias. 2.30 9-1-1: Lone Star.

SBS (3)

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.10 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Australia: An Unofficial History. 8.35 The Jury: Murder Trial UK. 9.30 Rogue Heroes. 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 Blackwater. New. 12.15 My Brilliant Friend. 3.20 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. 3.50 Employable Me (UK) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

ABC TV

6.00 Morning (3) Programs. 2.00 Saving Lives At Sea. 3.05 Shepherdess. 3.40 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.10 Britain’s Beautiful Rivers. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News.

7.30 Finding Your Roots. 8.30 Hidden Volcano Abyss. 9.30 Boiling Point. 10.40 SBS News.

11.10 Golden Boy. 12.05 Blackport. 2.35 Her Majesty’s Cavalry. 3.30 Employable Me (UK) 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY

6.00 Morning (31) Programs.

9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 The Movie Show.

11.50 France 24 English News. 12.20 Patriot Brains. 2.10 Cowboy Kings Of Crypto. 2.40 Insight. 3.45 BBC News At Ten. 4.15 ABC World News Tonight. 4.40 PBS News. 5.40 The Fast History Of. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Travel Man. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 James Brown: Say It Loud. New. 10.10 Homicide. 12.55 Dark Side Of The Ring.

2.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.05 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 1.45 ER. 2.30 Doctor Who. 3.15 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 3.45 QI. 4.20 MythBusters. 5.10 Love Your Garden. 6.00 Designing A Legacy (2023) 7.00 My Family. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Hard Quiz. 9.00 Gruen. 9.40 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.10 Planet America.

10.45 ER. 11.30 Rage. 12.30 Not Going Out. 1.00 QI. 1.35 ER. 3.00 This Is Going To Hurt.

3.45 Late Programs.

7MATE

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

(82) 12.00 Surfing Aust.

12.30 Young Sheldon. 2.00 Bewitched. 2.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 3.00 The Golden Girls. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld.

8.30 MOVIE: The Tomorrow War. (2021) 11.10 Seinfeld. 12.10 Love Island UK. Return. 1.30 The Nanny. 2.30 Bewitched. 3.00 Bakugan. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Ninjago. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 4.50 Late Programs.

6.00 TBA. 6.30 (62) Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

12.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Flushed.

(66) 7.00 It’s Academic.

8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 TBA. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Angel. 3.00 Black-ish. 3.30 The Goldbergs. 4.00 Glee. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy.

7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 MOVIE: Bridget Jones’s Diary. (2001) Renée Zellweger.

10.40 First Dates UK. 1.40 9-1-1: Lone Star. 3.30 A Moveable Feast. 4.00 First Dates UK.

(22) 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 1.15 Octonauts. 1.40 Ben And Holly.

2.05 Paddington. 2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly.

7.00 The Deep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Chopped Jnr. 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Danger Man. (81) 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct.

10.00 Rainbow Country. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives.

1.50 World’s Greatest Transportation Marvels.

3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Dancing Years. (1950) 5.30 Filthy Garden SOS. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Good Karma Hospital. 9.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 10.40 The Closer.

11.40 Late Programs.

SBS VLND

ABC ENT (23)

6.00 Morning (2) Programs. 10.30 Back Roads. 11.05 The Role Of A Lifetime.

12.00 News. 1.00 The Newsreader. 2.00 Fake Or Fortune? 3.00 Simply Nigella. 3.30 Grand Designs. 4.15 Long Lost Family. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz.

7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure. 9.20 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 10.05 The Role Of A Lifetime. 10.55 News. 11.10 The Business.

11.30 Late Programs.

7TWO

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.45 Surveillance Oz. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away.

7.30 Australian Idol.

9.10 The Hunting Party.

10.10 The Irrational. 12.10 Sun, Sea And Surgery.

1.10 Travel Oz. 2.00 TBA. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs.

9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 The Movie Show.

12.05 France 24 English News. 12.35 Hudson & Rex. 2.15 Cryptoland. 3.15 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.50 BBC News At Ten. 4.20 ABC World News Tonight. 4.45 PBS News. 5.45 The Fast History Of. 6.10 Underground Worlds. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Kimi. (2022) 10.10 Am I Being Unreasonable?

Return. 11.55 Girl, Taken. 1.40 Letterkenny. 3.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 2.15 ER. 3.00 Doctor Who. 3.50 Would I Lie To You? 4.20 MythBusters. 5.10 Love Your Garden.

6.00 Designing A Legacy. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 This Is Going To Hurt. 9.20 Queen Of Oz. 9.45 ER. 10.30 Not Going Out. 11.05 Rage. 12.05 QI. 12.35 MOVIE: Ransom. (1996) 2.35 ER. 4.05 Love Your Garden. 5.00 Dragon Ball Super. 5.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight.

1.45 Innovation Nation. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight.

9.00 Rise Of The Dolphins. 10.30 9News Late.

11.00 The Life And Murder Of Nicole Brown Simpson. 12.00 The Equalizer. 1.00 Hello SA. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop.

4.00 Late Programs.

SBS (3)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 1.15 Octonauts. 1.40 Ben And Holly.

2.05 Paddington. 2.45 Beep And Mort. 3.00 Play School. 3.40 Mecha Builders. 3.55 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly.

7.00 The Deep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Little Lunch. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Abbott Elementary. New. 9.25 Doctor Who. 10.55 Late Programs.

SEVEN (6)

(53) 6.00 Shopping.

8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Reel Action.

9.30 What’s Up Down Under. 10.00 Snap Happy. 10.30 Navigating The World. 11.30 Diagnosis Murder. 12.30 JAG. 1.30 Matlock.

2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 Evil.

11.20 Jake And The Fatman. 12.15 Shopping.

2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

9GO!

6.00 (52) Morning Programs. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 My Market Kitchen. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Drew Barrymore. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 The Neighborhood. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 The Neighborhood. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.30 The Neighborhood.

11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

7TWO

6.00 Danger Man. (81) 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct.

10.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives.

1.50 Good Karma Hospital. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: The 14. (1973) 5.30 Filthy Garden SOS. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow.

7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 9.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 11.40 Footy Classified. Return. 12.40 Innovation Nation. 1.00 Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (64)

6.00 Morning Programs.

9.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. John Day Speedcar Classic. Replay. 10.00 Storage Wars.

10.30 American Resto. 11.00 American Pickers: Best Of. 12.00 Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Opal Hunters. 2.00 Adventure Gold Diggers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Jade Fever. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Railroad Australia.

10.30 Deadliest Roads. 11.30 Late Programs.

SEVEN (6)

6.00 Sunrise.

9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 2.45 Surveillance Oz. 3.00 Beat The Chasers UK. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 The Front Bar. Return.

9.30 Full Sweat. New. 11.00 Autopsy USA. Return. 12.00 Covert Affairs. 2.00 TBA. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7FLIX

6.00 Morning (64) Programs. 9.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Boxing Day. Replay. 10.00 Storage Wars. 10.30 American Resto. 11.00 American Pickers. 12.00 Pawn Stars. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Jade Fever. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol.

8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 World’s Scariest Police Chases. 11.30 Late Programs.

SBS

6.00 Sunrise.

(6) 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Glass Houses. (2020) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News.

5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Motorway Patrol.

8.30 MOVIE: The Butler. (2013) Forest Whitaker. (M) 11.10 Autopsy USA. 12.10 Damnation. 1.10 Travel Oz. 2.00 TBA. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Flushed.

7.00 It’s Academic.

8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 TBA. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Angel. 3.00 Black-ish. 3.30 The Goldbergs. 4.00 Glee. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy.

7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 MOVIE: Bridget Jones’s Diary. (2001) Renée Zellweger.

10.40 First Dates UK. 1.40 9-1-1: Lone Star. 3.30 A Moveable Feast. 4.00 First Dates UK.

9GEM

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight.

1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 Madam.

10.20 9News Late. 10.50 My Feet Are Killing Me. 11.40 The Equalizer. 12.30 Tipping Point.

1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Building Ideas. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 TBA. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Air Crash Inv. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Law & Order: UK. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45 My Greek Odyssey.

2.00 Late Programs.

7FLIX (66)

6.00 Drew Barrymore.

7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal.

9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Judge Judy. 10.30 Australian Survivor. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold.

5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.40 NCIS: Sydney. 9.40 NCIS. 10.40 News. 11.05 The Project. 12.05 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Shopping.

4.30 CBS Morning.

SEVEN (6)

SBS VLND (31)

SBS VLND

NINE (8)

9GEM

(53) 6.00 Shopping.

8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Jake And The Fatman. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 11.30 JAG. 1.30 My Life Is Murder. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman.

3.30 Diagnosis Murder.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Bull.

12.15 Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

9GO! (82)

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

12.00 Gossip Girl.

2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld.

8.30 MOVIE: The Expendables 2. (2012) 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 The O.C. 12.30 Love Island UK. 1.30 Love After Lockup. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Tom And Jerry. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 4.50 Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. 5.10 Late Programs.

NINE (8)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight.

1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 Big Miracles. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Casualty 24/7. 11.30 The Equalizer. 12.15 Tipping Point.

1.05 Your Next Cruise. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Late Programs.

7MATE

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

(82) 12.00 Gossip Girl.

2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.00 Basketball. WNBL. Grand Final Series. 9.00 MOVIE: RoboCop 3. (1993) 11.05 Seinfeld. 11.35 The O.C. 12.35 Love Island UK. 1.35 Love After Lockup. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Beyblade Burst QuadStrike. 4.00 Tom And Jerry. 4.30 Ninjago: Crystalized. 4.50 Late Programs.

SEVEN

6.00 Today. 9.00 (8) Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight.

1.30 Mr Mayor. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News.

7.00 ACA. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Roosters v Broncos. 9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 TBA. 12.00 Tipping Point. 1.00 Next Stop. New. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 Late Programs.

7TWO

6.00 Danger Man. (81) 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives.

2.00 To The Manor Born. 2.30 Yes Minister.

3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Gentle Gunman. (1952) 5.30 Filthy Garden SOS. Final. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 A+E After Dark. 10.30 Forensics: The Real CSI. Return. 11.45 Only Fools And Horses. 12.25 Antiques Roadshow.

1.00 Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Sprintcar Muster.

Replay. 10.00 Storage Wars. 10.30 American Resto. 11.00 American Pickers. 12.00 Pawn Stars. 1.00 Highway Patrol. 2.00 The Force: BTL. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Jade Fever. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars.

7.00 Football. AFL. Opening Round. Brisbane v Geelong. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Kick Ons. New. 11.30 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

6.00 Drew Barrymore.

7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. 9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.20 Australian Survivor. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News.

2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.45 NCIS. 10.35 News.

11.00 The Project. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

6.00 Danger Man. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. 2.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Private’s Progress.

(1956) 5.30 Filthy Garden SOS. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 To The Manor Born. 8.00 Yes Minister. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Closer. 11.35 The Real Murders Of Orange County. 12.30 Antiques Roadshow. 1.00 Creflo.

1.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (64)

10 BOLD

NINE (8)

7TWO (62)

6.00 TBA. 6.30 (62) Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi.

2.30 Auction Squad. 3.30 Harry’s Practice.

4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes.

5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.30 Father Brown. 12.30 Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Auction Squad. 2.30 Late Programs.

TEN (5)

TEN (5)

10 BOLD

10 PEACH (52)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Drew Barrymore. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 The Neighborhood. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier.

3.30 The Neighborhood. Final. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.30 The Neighborhood. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

TEN (5)

6.00 Drew Barrymore.

7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal.

9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.15 Australian Survivor. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Dog House Aust. 8.30 Elsbeth. 9.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.25 News. 10.50 The Project. 11.55 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Shopping. 4.30 CBS Morning.

10 BOLD (53)

9GEM (81)

6.00 Shopping.

8.00 NBL Slam. 8.30 Jake And The Fatman.

9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 11.30 JAG. 1.30 My Life Is Murder. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Elsbeth.

8.30 NCIS. 10.30 The Weekly Kick-Off. 11.00 Evil.

12.00 Jake And The Fatman. 12.55 Shopping.

2.25 Diagnosis Murder. 4.15 JAG.

9GO!

6.00 (52) Morning Programs. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Neighbours.

9.30 Bold. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Drew Barrymore. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 The Neighborhood. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier.

3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

NINE

6.00 Drew Barrymore.

(5) 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To Fork. 8.00 Bold. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal.

9.00 Lingo. 10.00 Ent. Tonight. 10.30 Dog House Aust. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Gogglebox Aust. 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. 9.40 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.40 News. 11.05 The Project.

12.05 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Late Programs.

9GEM

(53) 6.00 Shopping.

8.00 Everyday Gourmet. 8.30 Jake And The Fatman. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 11.30 JAG. 1.30 My Life Is Murder. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman.

3.30 Diagnosis Murder.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 9.25 Blue Bloods.

10.20 Evil.

11.20 Jake And The Fatman. 12.15 Shopping.

2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.

9GO! (82)

6.00 Kids’ Programs.

11.40 Motor Racing.

IndyCar Series. Grand Prix of St Petersburg.

H’lights. 12.50 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. Qatar 1812 km. H’lights.

2.00 The Golden Girls. 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 6.00 The Golden Girls. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Survivor 48.

9.00 MOVIE: Bad Moms. (2016) 11.00 The O.C. 12.00 Love Island UK. 1.00 The Nanny. 2.00 Love After Lockup. 3.00 Late Programs.

10 PEACH

TEN

10 BOLD

10 PEACH (52)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Neighbours.

9.30 Bold. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Drew Barrymore. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 Rules Of Engagement.

1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier.

3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

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February 27-March 5, 2025 Dubbo Photo News

SPORT

Send your Sport news to geoff.mann@dubbophotonews.com.au

Sports editor

GEOFF MANN

Isaah to lead the Panthers in US season 2025 launch

By DAVID DIXON THE second year of rugby league’s biggest gamble, to try and take on the sporting behemoth of the American market, will have a very ‘DubVegas’ feel in 2025.

With a none-to-original slogan of ‘Bigger, Bolder and Better’, the NRL is out there promoting its now-annual David-versus-Goliath effort with the first round of the new season in Las Vegas on Saturday, March 1.

Only this time, much of the Golden West will be there in spirit – if not in person – with local hero Isaah Yeo leading the fourpeat Premiership-winning Penrith Panthers out for the headline match against the Cronulla Sharks at Allegiant Stadium in what is billed as “the sporting capital of the world”.

Added to this heady mix, ambitious NRL supremo Peter V’landys has invited one moderately wellknown American pollie, President Donald J Trump, to be there in person.

V’landys made his tongue-incheek appeal on conservative US news program Fox and Friends directly to The Don – who, in his second term has been making a habit of appearing at major sporting events including the Superbowl, Daytona 500, and pro-wrestling – to see “the toughest game on earth” in person.

Last year’s first-ever spectacular in Vegas drew a solid 40,000-plus crowd, enjoyed priceless publicity via Australian Rupert Murdoch’s vast US media holdings, great Australian television audience numbers, but only lukewarm viewer figures on American cable television.

However, thee undoubted morale boost that this novel event offered the sport back k in Australia over its largest rival al code – the homegrown AFL – was almost worth the money spent ent on the venture itself.

Suggestions that V’landys, who also runs Racing NSW, is more interested in a slice of the lucrative American betting market than actual eyeballs on games, mes, doesn’t seem to have impacted d interest in thee venture.

But while many North American sports – gridiron, baseball,, basketball, ice hockey – are hugely popular in the United States, tes, this hasn’t always translated ed to viable international competition. etition.

With two English glish teams also Dubbo’s Isaah Yeo will be leading the playing at the footie festival – four-peat Premiership-winning Penrith the Warrington Wolves and Panthers for the headline match against Wigan Warriors – the NRL is the Cronulla Sharks in Las Vegas. perhaps hoping that the mulPHOTO: PENRITH PANTHERS ti-cultural flavour of rugby league wins over American of possibility with three countries footie fans in what is now their already now part of the NRL: AusNFL off-season. tralia, New Zealand, and in 2028, Football manager Phil Gould of Papua New Guinea where rugby the Canterbury-Bankstown Bull- league is the national sport. dogs – playing home of another In fact, a variation on this dream Dubbo local, Australian player has already been tried – and was Matt Burton – has previously sug- surprisingly viable – with the Togested that the ultimate aim of the ronto Wolfpack successfully runfive-year venture, is to establish ning a team out of Ontario, Canan NRL side in the United States. ada, in the UK Super League for With the world seemingly get- three years up until the Coronaviting more interconnected every rus lockdowns of 2020 put them year, that’s not beyond the bounds out of business.

With many elit elite American colleges running ru rugby union programs, there has always been a sense that Americans Ameri would love “the greatest game gam of all”; if only they gave it ha half a chance.

Various eefforts over the years, iincluding poorly-promo ly-promoted internationals and a “fourth State of Ori Origin” exhibition match in 1989, have shown the Herculean ta task the game has in tthe world’s most com competitive sports m market.

Even football (soccer) has only ever been a niche sport in the American media marke ket, despite the US men men’s side having a world ranking in the top dozen, a huge soccer-mad soccer-m Latin American population, tens of millions of players, and unlimited money and suppor support from the world game body, FIFA. Even this vast investment over decades and the fact that the United States hosted – in statistical terms – the most successful World Cup ever in 1996 (and will host it again in 2026), has still left soccer largely derided as a foreign, children’s game.

With its pretty-boy stars, histrionic gamesmanship, low-scoring, and smooth European style, soccer’s efforts to take on the American sporting market seem to doom it to remain a second-class sport popular with Europhiles, Latinos, kids, and women.

Rugby league though, feels it could be the off-season adrena-

lin fix that could hit a vein with red-blooded all-American football fans. Though few sports fans realise it, the two games also share a common background in rugby (rugby union) from which they both derived in the 19th century (see attached article).

While many have dreamed of “the greatest game of all” taking-on American sports, it has taken a visionary leader of the NRL like V’Landys, to make it a reality.

While ticket sales have already surpassed the final crowd number of 40,000 for the 2024 match, the interest of American locals and of those watching the game on cable television, will be the ultimate determinant of how successful the half-decade experiment is.

While modest and self-effacing stars like Yeo, Nathan Cleary, Dylan Edwards, Liam Martin, and most NRL players generally, may lack the brash showmanship and glitzy presence of American “gridiron” teams like the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas Chiefs, they are by, any standards, athletes of the first order playing one of the toughest sports on the planet.

That may not be enough in itself to crack the US market, but it may be sufficient for the defending premiers to again feature on grand final day in the first week in October.

NRL Las Vegas promotion 2025 on Saturday, March 1 (Australian local time):  Canberra Raiders versus New Zealand Warriors  Penrith Panthers versus Cronulla Sutherland-Sharks  Wigan Warriors versus Warrington Wolves  Australian Jillaroos versus England Women’s Team

American football and rugby league: Common roots, different destinations

By DAVID DIXON WATCHING the two sports on television (or even more so, live), one might think that American football and rugby league are two games with very little in common.

Yet they both have a shared past, taking different approaches to the same problem – how to make a sport that is both physically demanding and requiring courage, skill, and commitment, but which is also an exciting spectator sport.

Elite American universities had been strong adherents of rugby (union) since the mid-19th century, an English sport that developed at that most prestigious of public (private) schools, Rugby, when, in 1823 William Web Ellis – a pupil at the Warwickshire institution – took it upon himself to flout the rules of soccer, picking up the ball and running with it towards the goal.

With the economic might and social status of the British aristocracy and middle classes, as well as a codified set of rules and regulations in place, rugby seemed destined to become the world’s predominant football code at a time when football (soccer) was still an unorganised melee with few rules

and no governing body.

However, when the American (and Canadian) colleges politely enquired about rule changes and even codified rule books, they received a curt “not interested” from the governing body in London.

They started therefore, to modify the game to suit North American tastes. Even now, the oval-shaped ball, the dimensions of the “gridiron” field (so-called, because of the diagonal lines at regular intervals that have the appearance of a cooking gridiron), the H-upright goal posts, touchdowns (tries), conversions, and the scrimmage line (from the word “scrum"), are all derived from rugby union.

The iconic American football helmet – unique among world sports – is also a modification of the head-gear that rugby (and, occasionally, league) players still wear today to protect themselves from head-knocks during play. In fact, American footballers up until the 1930s were often called “leatherheads”, in reference to their rugby-style head-covering, that was eventually replaced with helmets.

Meanwhile in the British Isles, rugby was still the dominant sport in most urban areas and among the social elite. However, being a

“gentlemen’s game” it remained strictly amateur with no compensation for injuries that kept workers from earning a living.

When sides in the “northern league” – mostly in mining and industrial areas of Yorkshire and Lancashire – suggested payment for down time, when players were off work due to physical incapacity or to play away games, the Rugby Football Union again gave a firm “No”.

In 1895 then, a group of 22 clubs broke away to form their own competition, the Northern Union; the name “Rugby League” was later adopted to differentiate the fast-evolving sport from the establishment “Rugby Union” – and so a 130-year feud was born.

With American football and rugby league now needing to put fans in the stands to pay for players who were no longer amateur, both games looked to make their sports a more attractive spectator pastime.

To allow for more tries and a faster-flowing spectacle, the British breakaway league removed the ruck, maul, and lineout (but kept the scrum) and also removed two players (the breakaways) from each side to open up the field of play.

Leatherheads: Though few sports fan realise it, both rugby league and American football share a common ancestor in rugby (rugby union) with their roots dating back to the late 19th century. IMAGE: RARE HISTORICAL PHOTOS

The Americans took a more radical approach, introducing the forward pass into their game to break up defensive patterns that,

even 100 years ago, were stifling attacking play, an issue that rugby union still wrestles with to this day.

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Dubbo Photo News February 27-March 5, 2025

WEST DUBBO BOWLS REPORT

Tim Farrell and Darren Connolly, West Dubbo Roo’s representatives heading to Cabramatta next week for the Master Fours tournament, boasting an impressive $100,000 in prize-money. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Contributed By CLUB DUBBO CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS Judy Cassidy, Bruce Baker, Ros Gilholme, and Trevor Williams are the new Mixed Fours Champions. They outlasted last year’s champions, Helen Davis, John and Tracey Silk, and Warren Towney by just three shots in a memorable final that finished by candlelight last Friday evening.

A large crowd of spectators was on-hand to witness some excellent play.

The Men’s Triples and Women’s Triples Championships now begin on Saturday, March 8 with the draw which features a Round Robin format on the Noticeboard.

MID WEST OPEN GENDER PENNANTS Results from last Sunday: Grade One: Lost to Dubbo City 9-1 (57-54). Grade Four: defeated Narromine 8-2 (69-64). Grade Six: defeated Mudgee 8-2 (56-52). Grade Seven defeated Bourke, 8-2 (59-56); the weekend, will feature two teams at home on Saturday with grade One and Six against Dubbo Macquarie, while Fours and Sevens will travel to Nyngan on the Sunday, all 9.30am starts. Grade One versus Dubbo Macquarie is at home from 9.30am JUNIOR ROOKIE ROLLERS The popular Rookie Rollers program will be run again at Club Dubbo, commencing Friday, March 7. This fun program for both girls and boys aged between 8–14 will run from 5.30– 6.30pm each Friday for six continuous weeks up until the end of School Term One. For more information, contact our effervescent Club Dubbo Bowls’ Manager, Anthony Brown, on 0403 401 567.

SOCIAL BOWLS Pam Dawson, Mary Ney, and Roger Braintree won last Wednesday’s social bowls on a countback from Aileen Beecroft, Gai Morrison, and Graham Ross, with Warren Brown, John Fardell, and Judy Cassidy third. Forbes visitor, Brian Asimus, was over the moon when he took home the large cash jackpot draw.

On Friday, John Mackenzie and John Fardell were too good for the opposition, winning handsomely from the runners-up, John Davis and Dick Jeffries. The Lucky Draw money was won

by Sean Lamb.

CLUB ACTIVITIES Club Dubbo extensions continue apace. Anthony’s office has been temporarily relocated just inside the bistro area, but bowlers can still access the western doorway and No.3 Green. The building works are due to conclude in May. All the best to our four members attending the Cabramatta Master fours tournament next Monday to Thursday; the tournament will feature some of the best bowlers in the country, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday nights’ popular meat, fruit, and vegetable raffles continue to draw large crowds. In addition, this Thursday night’s members’ badge draw stands at $3000, whilst Friday’s badge draw is up to $8000.

Thought for the Week – “A good speech should be like a woman’s skirt: long enough to cover the subject and short-enough to create interest.” – Winston Churchill

SHARE YOUR SPORTS NEWS email geoff.mann@dubbophotonews.com.au

Kelly Dart was part of the winning Grade Six Pennants team from last Sunday

Ros Gilholme, A proud member of West Dubbo’s Mixed Fours winning team.

KIDS K IDS FU FUN UN FEST

Rookie R ookie r rollers ollers FRIDAY YN NIGHTS IGHTS FROM M7 7TH TH M MARCH ARCH TO 4TH APRIL

5.30PM-6.30PM 5.30 0PM-6.30PM

Cost: $10 per child (includes Fun games, Activities & Dinner Fun inclusive into Lawn Bowls Ages 8 -15 Fully Supervised Registration Required : Contact Anthony Brown 0403 401 567 or bowls@clubdubbo.com.au

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February 27-March 5, 2025 Dubbo Photo News

Touch triumph with thousands here for northern NSW festival

By GEOFF MANN Photos by KEN SMITH VITAL stats: 209 teams, 270 referees, 10,000 players, families and supporters!

Dubbo’s Lady Cutler Riverbank cricket ovals were transformed into 26 touch fields, complete with a showcase No 1 oval which live-streamed matches over last Friday’s, Saturday,’s and Sunday’s finals of the NSW Touch Junior State Cup Northern Conferences for ages Under 10s to Under 18s.

Dubbo Touch competed in all nine age groups (male and female) while teams from Wellington, Mudgee, Orange, and Bathurst competed alongside teams from north of the Sydney Harbour Bridge all the way to the Queensland border.

Indeed, I was fortunate enough to be on air with the ABC when a history-making northern beaches local derby

Dubbo Touch U/16 Boys

Dubbo Touch U/16 Girls Dean Russell, Touch NSW CEO said of the Tournament “We’ve been here for three years now, we’ve got one more year on our current contract with Dubbo. They’ve looked after us every year with the weather and the fields absolutely magnificent in the way they’ve been presented.

“The panorama is majestic! We take our hats off to Dubbo Touch and the Council. Each year, we’ve been here we’ve been presented with pristine fields, not just for the main showcase field, but across all 26 spread along Bligh and Macquarie Streets. It’s a really great sight and the playing surfaces are first-class.

“All these big marquees were

was fought-out between North Sydney Bears and the Hornsby Wolves.

Dubbo qualified all teams in the finals play-offs, with the three youngest eventually eliminated in the semi-finals.

They were all just a touch shy of the northern State Grand Finals!

Results Northern NSW State Age Touch Championships were:  Under 10 Girls – Doyalson defeated Northern Beaches 3-0  Under 10 Boys – Northern Beaches def Manly 6-3  Under 12 Boys – Northern Beaches def Nelson Bay 11-4  Under 14 Girls – Maitland def Ballina 8-3  Under 14 Boys – Wallsend def Northern Beaches 13-8  Under 16 Girls – Northern Beaches def Newcastle 12-5  Under 18 Girls – Manly def Central Coast 13-10  Under 18 Boys – Manly def Maitland 9-4

Dubbo Touch U/10 Boys and Central Coast U/10 Boys

Miley, Aalyah, Shanay, and Tayarna

here when we arrived early in the week, and it was such a buzz watching volunteers, Council and hire firms bringing this almost-vacant venue to life. They had to bring in all the fences, the scoreboards, build a broadcasting tower and, of course, ensure there were facilities for a huge crowd. Seamless!

“Regional NSW loves their sport and its proven to us there is so much buy-in, not just from the Touch Association and Council, but the community as a whole.

“Local businesses and vendors at the grounds gain the benefits, as do those in the town as 10,000 people move to retail shops and other local recreational and tourist attractions.

“We structure our comp to have morning and afternoon sessions, so families can have a look around and add to the local economy. The benefits are to the whole community!”

Dean Russell said of the Volunteers “Dubbo Touch does an amazing job motivating the parents and supporters to form a volunteer workforce to run the canteens, ensure all teams are catered for and to keep water and ice available when needed.

“They organised run-around vehicles to transport equipment and Touch NSW staff around the grounds and get them back to their accommodation each night and bring them down each morn-

Dubbo Touch U/18 Girls

Dubbo Touch U/12 Boys

Fire & Rescue NSW Dubbo 280 onsite at the Touch Carnival spreading the word about their Lithium Ion Battery Safety Campaign

ing. It’s a massive event and a huge credit to everyone involved who is so generous with their time.”

Dean Russell said of the Players “Players were stretching to the vibes blasting out from boom boxes. Dean and I reflected on how different it was to when we started playing touch footy 50 years ago.

“I remember my first game when I was 16. Just got out of the car, barefoot, grabbed a ball and just started running around! I was talking to one of the legends of our sport the other day, Mark Boland and we agreed it was good we played then – it’s too fast and skilfull these days!

“And you can see why other sports like league, union, AFL basketball and netball are looking to Touch as a feeder for their higher level semi=professional sports.” “One of the beauties of our sport is that this is a State level event. This is replicated across 130 locations across NSW at grassroots level.

“One of the great features of Touch is it attracts people of all ages. We have Mixed Touch and mums, dads, kids and grandkids are playing together – representative sport in social settings.

“Referees have pathways too.

We have six badge levels – shortly to be consolidated into four – so young and more mature are able to pursue their dreams through

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Fresh faces, seasoned swimmers at Dubbo Ducks Sunday dabbling

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Ducks swimming club held its weekly races last Sunday morning, with a mix of seasoned swimmers and fresh faces taking to the water.

While a technical fault forced the postponement of the 25-metre Vern Traeger race, the remaining events provided plenty of excitement and close finishes.

The 25-metre Freestyle Relay saw a thrilling competition with Rob Rich and Henry Wilkocockson clinching first place, followed closely

by Euan Gardiner and Kath O’Rourke in second. Peter Hargreaves and Ester Grace rounded-out the top three. Notably, both Jack Allen and Marg Ross were disqualified in the final after exceeding their allocated times.

The 25-metre Backstroke proved equally competitive. Neil Harris emerged victorious, finishing a mere 0.06 seconds off his allotted time. A nail-biting finish also saw David Sparkes and Mark Scullard share second place, both finishing just 0.21 seconds off their target. Peter Allen was disqualified for exceeding his allotted time and missed out on first place.

The 25-metre Freestyle/25-metre Breaststroke wads again a race against allocated times in which Ester Grace take a well-deserved first place. John Wherritt coming in second, and Ron Everett third.

The Club also extends a warm welcome to its two newest members, Ester Grace and Kath O’Rourke. Both ladies made an immediate impact, with Ester Grace taking first place in the 25-metre Freestyle/25-metre Breaststroke and Kath O’Rourke contributing to a second place in the Freestyle Relay. Their impressive performances suggest they will be strong contenders in future races, adding to the club’s already vibrant competition.

The postponed 25-metre Vern Traeger race is scheduled to be held next week.

Pennants duties don’t dent top bowls morning numbers

local, regions, country, state, national and onto international levels.

NIC GROSE – President Dubbo Touch Association Nic made her debut for Australia in the Over 40s at the World Cup in Birmingham, England last year and also coached the Dubbo 12s side.

“I never ever thought I would play for my country. It was amazing to be given an opportunity in my 40s.

“Touch brings camaraderie to a school and community environment as everyone has a place in the team. It is unbelievable to watch as

the players and their siblings come together and are so supportive and encouraging.

“Participating and watching others helps the kids to learn skills.

“It is especially satisfying when the young ones are cheering their older siblings and parents with a range of health benefits.

“It’s definitely evolved.

There’s more emphasis on fitness and preparation. There’s so much sports science these days, more knowledge on how we should prepare, nutrition and hydration and how we should do our warmups and recoveries.

“Dubbo Touch is celebrat-

ing 50 years. November 7 is the anniversary – sevena-side, no shoes, chip-andchase kicking.

“Over 1000 juniors at the end of our summer comp, and those numbers are growing.

“Dubbo has been super-amazing and everyone just gets in and pulls together. We’ve learned a lot over the first three years and who knows, we might even become a more permanent fixture on the Touch NSW calendar!”

Maddi Drew (Crowe) – Australian Emus star “I’ve been to two World

Cups; lucky enough to have brought home gold medals with the Emus from both.

“Australia has really developed the skill of the sport.

It’s fast and furious and very inclusive so everyone can find their place. It is a special opportunity for women in sport and our Emus are up their with the Matilda’s, Opals and our cricketers as elite athletes.

“The game has changed from 7–10 players and the speed of execution. Now 12–14 players per team for the State Cup, plus physios, masseurs and team managers as well as first-aiders.”

DESPITE quite a number of players representing in the Pennants tournament, 39 competitors still turned-out and enjoyed their morning of bowls last Sunday in the RSL Combination format.

Winners for the day were Ken Whittaker, John Kennedy, and Brian Jones with second place going to only two players this week, Roger Sherwin and Matt Quill.

Third place went to Di Cullen, Steve Evans, and Phil Knight with the three “resters” shared by Shirley Marchant, Bryan O’Sullivan, and Matt Quill. The lucky numbers for the day, were won by Mary Perry, Tracy Keenan, and Alan Stratford Welcome also to the Club’s two new players this week, Averial Cox and Robert Edwards, with the Club hoping that they enjoy their Sunday morning bowls; also with a great shout-out to Maurice Wallace who has shown improvement each week.

As always, new and casual players are most welcome and can call 0419 248 520 for more information. Players names to be in by 9am for a 9.30 start.

In other news, the Club‘s AGM was held following the presentation and although unfortunately Chairman, Bill Greenwood could not attend, Tom Gray did fill- in admirably.

The Committee for 2025 is as follows Chairman: Bill Greenwood President: Graham Ross Treasurer: Bryan O’Sullivan Secretary: Margaret Ross Committee: Mel Giddings, Gordon Scott, Peter Bennison, Phil Knight, Steve Kelly, Ian Humphries and Garry Huggins.

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