THOUGH it wasn’t intended as such, it’s a good idea to consider this twisted suburban drama as a limited series, given that US TV network NBC has already nipped it in the bud.
The premise surrounds four members of a Detroit garden club whose lives are entangled by scandal. High school teacher Alice (AnnaSophia Robb, Little Fires Everywhere), her bestie Brett (Ben Rappaport, Outsourced), real estate agent Catherine (Aja Naomi King, Lessons in Chemistry) and socialite Birdie (Brooklyn Nine-Nine’s Melissa Fumero) are all desperately trying to present a composed outer picture to their affluent
neighbours, but the thorns of their messy personal lives are proving impossible to hide.
“The pilot was one of the best scripts I’ve ever read,” Fumero told NBC Insider
“I thought all of these characters were so complex and intriguing, but particularly for Birdie, getting to see behind the mask, and behind the curtain and behind what she wants people to see, was really attractive to me and intriguing, because that’s what makes her feel like a real person.
“I’ve been playing kind of put-together characters lately, so it’s fun to play someone who doesn’t always know what she’s doing and is a bit of a
mess and just living life one moment to the next.” Ripe with botanical language, the saucy saga takes a leaf out of Desperate Housewives’ book, as the green thumbs take turns to narrate their various schemes and scandals.
Tuesday’s premiere sows the seeds of a murder cover-up, with the foursome burying a body in the community garden, but who killed whom, and why? That’s a mystery that will take 13 episodes to bloom.
GROSSE POINTE GARDEN SOCIETY
Seven, Tuesday, 9.05pm
MONDAY-FRIDAY
8AM-1PM
STREAMING
UNUSUAL SUSPECTS
SHIPWRECK HUNTERS AUSTRALIA
Streaming, Disney+
The Shipwreck Hunters Australia team – Ryan Chatfield, Johnny Debnam, Nush Freedman, Andre Rerekura (pictured, right with Debnam and Freedman), and Ash Sutton – have one of the best gigs out there, diving the crystal clear waters off the WA coast in search of shipwrecks and whatever long-lost treasures they hold. They are back for a second season, with six new missions hoping to solve some maritime mysteries.
PROFESSOR T
Streaming from Thursday, BritBox
Six months after the shocking conclusion to season three, Jasper Tempest (Ben Miller, pictured) and nowDI Dan Winters (Barney White) are still struggling to come to terms with what happened. The Professor can’t hide away in Cambridge’s lecture halls for much longer, though – a woman has disappeared from a yacht, and the police need his unparalleled criminology skills.
THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB
Streaming from Thursday, Netflix
These aren’t your usual retirees. Elizabeth (Helen Mirren) is a former spy and is a stone-cold bad-ass. Ron (Pierce Brosnan) is a former union heavy with a big-time boxing champ for a son. Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) used to be a shrink, and is the group’s conscience. And Joyce (Celia Imrie)? Well, the former nurse seems to be just along for the thrill of it most of the time.
Together, they are the Thursday Murder Club, who try to make life at their retirement community a little more interesting by meeting up weekly to try and solve cold-case murders. It turns out they are really rather good at it, too, and when death comes to their doorstep, they find themselves in the
midst of a serious whodunnit, much to the befuddlement of the local police.
This hotly anticipated film is based on the smash-hit novel by Richard Osman, who found inspiration for the story in the residents at his mother’s retirement community.
“You just sit and chat with these people and they’ve lived these extraordinary lives. You hear these amazing stories and gossip and wisdom,” the author explains.
“You think, ‘These people are so overlooked.’ The idea that these people with their wisdom and their invisibility would be the perfect people to solve (a crime) is exactly where The Thursday Murder Club comes from.
“Take these people who are underestimated but who have these incredible skills, put them together, and they can achieve anything.”
– Emily Delahunt
KPOPPED
Streaming from Friday, Apple TV+
PSY and Megan Thee Stallion lead the way in this song battle, which sees Western music icons – including Kylie Minogue (pictured with members of ATEEZ), Spice Girls Mel B and Emma Bunton, Vanilla Ice, Boy George and Boyz II Men – join forces with K-pop groups to reinvent some of their biggest hits, South Korean-style. These epic renditions are then performed live in Seoul, with the audience picking the winner.
THE TERMINAL LIST: DARK WOLF
Streaming, Prime Video
This prequel gives us the back story of Ben Edwards (Taylor Kitsch), tracing his journey from Navy SEAL to CIA operative. It also promises to show fans how Ben became friends with James Reece (Chris Pratt, pictured, right, with Kitsch), and thus shed some more light on the original’s twist ending. Also keep and eye out for eldest Hemsworth brother Luke as CIA contractor Jules Landry.
DR. PIMPLE POPPER: BREAKING OUT
Streaming from Friday, Stan
Watching the work of dermatological surgeon Dr. Sandra Lee (pictured) has never been for the squeamish, and this new version of her show – which sees her mentor several up-and-coming young doctors and teach them how it’s done – is no different. If you can get past the gross-out factor, this show actually has a lot of heart, as Dr. Lee’s surgeries are often truly life-changing for her patients.
On the case: Elizabeth, Ron, Ibrahim and Joyce meet up to solve murder mysteries.
FREE-TO-AIR
Newly retired Olympic champions, ice dancers
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean (both pictured) are so legendary that there’s even a neighbourhood in their home town of Nottingham named after them, with streets titled “Torville Drive”, “Dean Close” and “Bolero Square”. Having skated together for decades, they know almost everything about each other. In this UK series, they’re on the trail of their most interesting relatives – many they’ve never heard of before. They discover a pioneering unionist, a sporting star and a distant cousin with a few surprising connections.
SWISS ALPINE RAIL JOURNEYS
SBS, Saturday, 7.30pm
The Swiss Alps are home to arguably some of the world’s most stunning scenery, and what better way to see it than from the indulgence of a luxury train built for sightseeing? The comfort of your own couch, perhaps? One of the world’s most scenic train journeys, The Glacier Express is pure bucket-list stuff, winding its way through the mountains between the glitzy ski resorts of St. Moritz and Zermatt. Taking the trip in winter means being surrounded by a wonderland of ice and snow, and it’s absolutely breathtaking. All aboard!
MY KITCHEN RULES
Seven, Monday, 7.30pm
A brand-new search for the best home cooks in the country begins tonight in the beachside Sydney suburb of Cronulla. Here, highly competitive but perpetually smiley best mates Justin and Will (both pictured) hope to set the bar high and impress judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge with their instant restaurant, “Tropic Like it’s Hot”. The fellas are planning a pretty tasty looking menu inspired by their heritage, with dishes including Tongan-style ceviche, a red duck curry and South African fried doughnuts. Indeed, recipes harking back to contestants’ roots promises to be a thread throughout this season, adding a little extra seasoning to what is always a spicy competition.
HEDGING PLANTS SPRING SALE!
SURVIVOR: AUSTRALIA V THE WORLD
A quick game’s a good game – and that’s certainly true of this abridged international Survivor brawl. It’s all killer no filler – when you bring together 14 of the best of the franchise’s players from Australia, the US, New Zealand, Finland, South Africa and Canada for a 16day season, there’s no time for niceties… even if the A$250,000 prize is just pocket change for two-time American winner Tony Vlachos (whose prize total stands at US$3 million and counting).
On Sunday, while Kass tries to solidify her alliance with a day spa trip, Australia’s “King of the Jungle” Luke (pictured) works to sow division between the remaining World players –before a wild tribal council and a double elimination flip the tables.
Spicks And Specks. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. 9.05 Would I Lie To You? 9.35 Austin. 10.05 News. 10.20 The Business. 10.35 Planet America. 11.10 You Can’t Ask That. 11.40 Parliament. 12.40 Grand Designs. 1.30 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 2.20 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. 11.05 America’s Great Trails. New. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Costco Vs Supermarkets. New. 8.30 DNA Journey. New. 9.35 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. 10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 Estonia. 12.50 Das Boot. 1.50 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 3.50 24 Hours In A&E. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.25 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Abbott Elementary. 11.20 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Tales From A Suitcase. 3.25 WorldWatch. 5.25 Food That Built The World. 7.00 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: Letters From Iwo Jima. (2006) 11.00 MOVIE: Chiliheads. (2021) 12.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. 2.50 Dark Side Of The ‘90s. 3.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.
1.00 The Voice. 2.30 Border Security: International. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 24. Gold Coast Suns v Essendon. From People First Stadium, Queensland. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Armed And Dangerous. 12.30 Imposters. 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 The Grass Harp. (1995) 8.00 The Movie Show. 8.35 My Neighbor Adolf. (2022) 10.25 Ignorance Is Bliss. (2017) 12.15 Ping Pong: The Triumph. (2023) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.20 The Bookshop. (2017) 5.25 The Personal History Of David Copperfield. (2019) 7.35 Aftersun. (2022) 9.30 Triangle Of Sadness. (2022) 12.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 American Resto. 11.30 Storage Wars. 12.00 American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Outback Truckers. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 Tik Tok: Top 100. 10.30 Caught On Dashcam. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.30 Great Australian Detour Snow. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Clarkson’s Farm. 9.45 The Grand Tour. 11.05 9News Late. 11.35 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. 12.30 Tipping Point. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.
6.00 Tennis. US Open. Day 3 Late. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 Our Dream Farm With Matt Baker. 4.30 Are You Being Served? 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 French And Saunders. 12.20 Antiques Roadshow. 1.00 Tennis.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Training Day. (2001) 11.00 Seinfeld. 12.00 Veronica Mars. 1.00 Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.30 Late Programs. 6.00
Hard Quiz. 9.45 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. 10.20 News. 10.40 Austin. 11.10 Silent Witness. 12.10 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.
6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.15 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. 11.05 America’s Great Trails. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Great Australian Road Trips. 3.00 Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 The Good Ship Murder. 8.25 24 Hours That Changed The World. 9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. New. 10.10 SBS News. 10.40 Catch Me A Killer. 11.35 Pray For Blood. 1.30 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. 3.30 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. 4.25 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 5.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. 1.30 Border Security: International. 2.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 3.00 The Chase.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Triangle Of Sadness. (2022) 12.35 Argo. (2012) 3.00 The Personal History Of David Copperfield. (2019) 5.10 The Movie Show. 5.45 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997) 7.30 Chino. (1973) 9.20 The Sweeney. (2012) 11.25 Lamb. (2021) 1.25 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Towies. 2.30 Desert Collectors. 3.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.35 Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. (2009) 11.15 Chino. (1973) 1.00 American Pastoral. (2016) 3.00 The Man Who Knew Too Little. (1997) 4.45 Manganinnie. (1980) 6.25 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017) 8.30 Looking Glass. (2017) 10.25 Grand Ecole. (2004) 12.30 Late Programs.
Morning Programs. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 Horse Racing. Caulfield Spring Opener and ClubsNSW West Metro San Domenico Stakes Day. 5.30 Animal Rescue. 6.00 Every Bite Takes You Home. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.15 NRL Women’s. Dragons v NZ Warriors. 5.00 NRL Women’s. North Qld Cowboys v Roosters. 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. North Qld Cowboys v Broncos. 7.30 MOVIE: Wedding Crashers. (2005) 9.55 MOVIE: Ghosts Of Girlfriends Past. (2009) 12.00 Late Programs.
Stars. 7.00 Football. AFLW. Western Bulldogs v Hawthorn. 9.15 Storage Wars. 9.45 American Pickers. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Late Programs.
Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 Australian Service In The Malayan Emergency: 75th Anniversary. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. 3.25 Grand Designs NZ. 4.10 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Pacific. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 First Communion. 7.00 News. 7.30 Austin. 8.00 The Family Next Door. 8.50 I, Jack Wright. 9.35 MOVIE: BMX Bandits. (1983) 11.05 Take 5. Final. 11.35 Rage. 3.00 Ask The Doctor. 3.30 The Art Of... 4.00 Gardening Aust. 5.00 Insiders.
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Blue Water Safari. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Going Places. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 5.35 Hitler: A Life In Pictures. 6.30 News. 7.30 Titanic: Our Secret History. 8.25 Titanic In Colour. 9.20 Monster: The Mystery Of Loch Ness. 10.20 The U.S. And The Holocaust. 12.50 Surviving An American Concentration Camp. 1.55 Miscarriage And Me. 2.45 Australia With Julia Bradbury. 3.45 Lap Of Luxury: Escapes Down Under. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Behind Behani. 1.00 Football. AFLW. Collingwood v Melbourne. 3.00 Football. AFLW. Fremantle v North Melbourne. 5.00 News. 5.30 Border Security: Int. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. 8.25 7NEWS Spotlight. 9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody. 10.30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. 11.30 HMP Styal: Women Behind Bars. 12.45 Jamestown. 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Surfing Aust. 3.30 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.30 Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge. 5.30 MOVIE: Goosebumps. (2015) 7.30 MOVIE: Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore. (2022) 10.25 MOVIE: Species II. (1998) 12.20 MOVIE: Loop Track. (2023) 2.15
MOVIE: The Sentinel. (2006) 10.45 The Closer. 11.45 Late Programs.
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 10.10 Big Backyard Quiz. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Impossible Builds. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.35 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Anton Chekhov’s The Duel. (2010) 7.25 The Movie Show. 7.55 Lucky You. (2007) 10.15 Kompromat. (2022) 12.35 Hive. (2021) 2.10 Manganinnie. (1980) 3.50 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021) 5.40 Finding You. (2020) 7.55 The Unknown Country. (2022) 9.30 Parallel Mothers. (2021) 11.45 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Circuit Boat Drivers C’ship. 4.00 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 The Agenda Setters. 8.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.00 Aussie Gold Hunters. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 Our Dream Farm With Matt Baker. 4.30 Are You Being Served? 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 9.40 London Kills. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 Late Programs.
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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Short History Of The English Garden. 10.05 Susan Calman’s Grand Week By The Sea. 10.55 Scotland: Ocean Nation. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. 2.55 Garage Dreams. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Every Family Has A Secret. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. 11.25 The Cranes Call. New. 1.05 New York Super Airport. 3.55 World’s Most Amazing Festivals. 4.30 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 5.00 WorldWatch.
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COMMON ISSUE: Retained foetal membranes are one of the more frequent inquiries vets receive, so it’s helpful to know what to do in case your cow experiences the same condition. PHOTO: Aleksandar Malivuk/ Shutterstock.com
ACHOO: Spring allergies are picking up for many - but luckily, there a variety of strategies you can implement to help reduce symptoms. PHOTO: Africa Studio/ Shutterstock.com
RETAINED FOETAL MEMBRANES
By WANGARATTA VETERINARY CLINIC
Spring calving season is upon us, and with that comes all the associated problems we see in freshly calved cows.
One of the more common calls we see is for the ‘after birth not cleaning out’.
This condition, known as retained foetal membranes, happens when a cow doesn’t expel the placenta within 12–24 hours of calving.
In most cows the placenta or ‘foetal membranes’ separate easily and are passed within a few hours after birth.
However, a small percentage of cows don’t pass these membranes.
When a cow has not passed her membranes within 12 hours, she is classified to have retained foetal membranes.
Risk factors include difficult calvings, twins, premature or induced births, nutritional
imbalances (especially low calcium or selenium), and infectious diseases.
Of those cows that have retained foetal membranes, about half of them will pass without any problems or intervention required.
This may take up to 10 days.
During this time, it is important to keep a close eye on the cow in case she becomes unwell.
The biggest problem with retained membranes is that they can result in an infection in the uterus.
This infection can range from mild to life-threatening and can predispose cows to a delayed return to cycling and poor conception rates.
If you notice a foul smell coming from the membranes or if the cow looks unwell (this may present as sunken eyes, off her food or her milk) it’s important to get in touch with your vet to give the cow the best chance of surviving and getting back in calf.
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Health Natural spring allergy relief
By CHRISTOS MILIANKOS NORTH EAST NATUROPATHIC GROUP
Spring is a beautiful time of year –blossoms on the trees, longer days, and the onset of warmer weather.
But for many, it also brings the lesswelcomed arrival of hay fever and seasonal allergies.
Sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, congestion, and that foggy, drained feeling can take the joy out of the season.
Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to things that should be harmless – like pollen, dust, or grasses.
While antihistamines are often the go-to, they can leave you drowsy and don’t address the underlying issue; why your body is reacting in the first place.
As a naturopath, I’ve seen first-hand how natural approaches can calm the system, reduce symptoms, and help people enjoy spring again.
A few simple steps make a big difference:
Support your gut health
A balanced gut microbiome strengthens immune tolerance.
Probiotics, fermented foods, and plenty of fibre are key.
Boost vitamin C and quercetin
Found in citrus, berries, apples, and onions –these nutrients act as natural antihistamines.
Keep your home clear
Regularly wash bedding, vacuum with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter, and keep windows closed on high pollen days.
Strengthen the liver
Herbal support like milk thistle and dandelion helps clear histamine and other by-products efficiently.
Beyond symptom relief, I also work with allergy desensitisation.
Using a combination of allergy testing, allergen vials, and homeopathic desensitisation, this program helps “re-train” the body to stop overreacting to common allergens.
Over time, clients notice they can face spring without the same intensity of symptoms – often with none at all.
If allergies are holding you back this spring, know that natural options are available. With the right support, you can breathe easier, feel clearer, and enjoy the beauty of the season again.
To book in an allergy testing appointment call the NE Naturopathic Group on 5798 3344.
Snow MORE SNOW IS COMING
By JEFF ZEUSCHNER
Our snowfields are bracing for a very chilly and snowy end to winter from today into the weekend, with some pundits forecasting the best dump of the season to deliver more than half a metre of fresh snow.
While that final winter snap may mean some short-term rough conditions, the benefits of a fresh dump only heighten the expectations of great snow conditions prevailing through spring, hopefully to the scheduled end of the season at Falls Creek and Mt Hotham on Sunday, October 5. Falls started this week with an average snow depth of 94cms, with all terrain opened and lifts operating, and 39kms of groomed cross country trails predominantly with excellent to very good coverage.
Hotham had an average snow depth of 106cms, with all terrain opened and lifts operating.
Both resorts cater for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders, as well as provide snow play and tobogganing available at Windy Corner (Falls) and Wire Plain (Hotham) for the
When: Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th September
Where: The Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway 29-37 Ryley Street, WANGARATTA NE Victoria
increasing number of day visitors.
Australia’s premier cross country ski race, the Kangaroo Hoppet, drew almost 1000 participants on Saturday, competing in 42km, 21km and 7km distance races.
Meanwhile at same time at Hotham, the Oakley Slopestyle saw some of the best freestyle skiers and riders throwdown in glorious sunshine.
Dinner Plain started this week with the Cobungra Platter ski lift operating on a 13cm cover, tobogganing on Australia’s longest run, and very patchy snow cover on cross country trails.
At Mt Buffalo, Dingo Dell toboggan run remains closed due to insufficient snow but Cresta Valley toboggan run is open, while there was limited cross country skiing.
With potential blizzard conditions expected over coming days, make sure you rug up and don’t forget you must carry chains and fit them when and where directed.
• For the latest resort information, including snow reports and activities during season 2025, visit mthotham.com.au, fallscreek.com. au, visitdinnerplain.com.au and for Mt Buffalo go to https://www.facebook. com/VisitMountBuffalomndk/
GUEST SPEAKERS: International and Australian Researchers
Come and network with fellow growers and benefit from the tailored program
“A Nutty Affair: Developing a Chestnut Business into a key Destination” This will be an interactive ‘workshop’ for chestnut growers led by the acclaimed Industry/International speaker – John Stanley PLUS Industry Updates on Pests & Diseases/the Statutory Levy/Marketing
Time: Kicking off at 8:30am Saturday 13th For more information on the program and how to register go to: www.chestnutsaustraliainc.com.au/chestnuts-australia-field-day-conference-2025 The
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PRACTICALITY: As its name suggests, the TITANIUM Tool Kit is designed to withstand wear and tear; plus, it packed with a variety of premium features that tradespeople will certainly appreciate. PHOTO: Fusionstudio/ Shutterstock.com
Tool Talk Titaniumgrade tool kit
By MICHAEL BAILLIE NORTH EAST FASTENERS
The TITANIUM Workshop Tool Kit 1050 Piece 22 Drawer (60”) is a custom version of Kincrome’s CONTOUR range - a premium level range developed for those looking for trade quality tools and features.
Designed in Australia by KINCROME, the TITANIUM range features a sleek contoured design, with a UV protected powder coated finish.
With more than 1000 pieces included, this tool kits is completely decked out with premium features for apprentices and professionals, combined with modern
styling, offering you the very best that KINCROME has to offer.
Storage-wise, you’ll find TITANIUM’s got you covered with Tool Chest 5 Drawer 29” and Tool Trolley 12 Drawer 60”. The kit comes standard with a range of premium features, including the chamfered screen printed Kincrome side panels, an Automatic Drawer Retention System (ADRS) locking system, heavy duty steel side handles, side folding work trays (including magnetic power boards), stainless steel worktops, and heavy-duty swivel castors for easy manoeuvrability. Head down to North East Fasteners to browse their extensive variety of Kincrome products, including the TITANIUM Workshop Tool Kit.
GREAT RACE: Almost 1000 cross country skiers competed in the Kangaroo Hoppet at Falls Creek on Saturday. PHOTO: Chris Hocking
