Eighth Avenue doubled as a festival runway last Saturday afternoon, as Hollywood rolled onto Home Hill’s front doorstep in the form of 38 exuberantly decorated floats for the Harvest Festival Grand Parade.
Large crowds lined the street as organisations, schools, and local businesses from across the Burdekin region rolled, marched and danced their way through Home Hill’s main street, embracing the “Hollywood Elegance” theme with glittering costumes and dazzling floats.
The event, together with the Street Party that fol lowed, marked the grand finale of a memorable Home Hill Harvest Festival, rounding out an ac tion-packed calendar of events.
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Jump in with Jacob
Well, it’s official. My first ever Home Hill Harvest Festival, in the books.
Does that qualify me as a local yet?
Well, whether it does or doesn’t, I sure felt proud to be a resident as I paced the packed out streets this weekend, photographing all the amazing floats at the highly anticipated Grand Parade. What a turnout. What an event. And all topped off by a near-perfect sunset and the following Street Party. The two events rounded off another successful Harvest Festival schedule—an amalgamation of the committee’s hard work and the town’s unwavering community support. These are the events that unite small towns like ours, a town so worthy of celebration.
After all, of all the countries,
states, and millions of cities and townships around the world, we all live within the same ~50km radius of each other. Different people, different walks of life, brought together for different reasons, but connected geographically, and in a sense, spiritually. Just living here for the better part of half a year, I’ve felt myself gravitating toward local customs, ways of life, and even the accent, apparently. My parents told me on the phone the other day that I’m sounding more and more ‘regional’ by the day. They also noted my adoption of the “ey” after saying thanks. “Thanks, ey!” Who knows, by the time I return to Sydney for Christmas, I might be rocking Cowboys gear with a suitcase full of sugarcane.
Jacob
RSL DONATION KEEPS HOME HILL STUDENTS COOL AND SUPPORTED
Home Hill State High School has thanked the Home Hill RSL Sub Branch for donating a new water cooler for students.
The school says the contribution is a practical boost, especially in Burdekin heat, giving students reliable access to cold drinking water throughout the year. Staff also noted the donation reflects the strong community support the RSL has con-
sistently shown.
The RSL Sub Branch has a long history of assisting local schools, and this latest gesture reinforces the relationship between the two organisations.
Home Hill State High School publicly thanked the RSL for its ongoing generosity and commitment to local students, saying the support makes a meaningful difference to daily school life.
Council Boosts Support for Burdekin Community Association
The Burdekin Community Association (BCA) has received a boost in its ongoing efforts to support local residents, with Burdekin Shire Council confirming its annual donation of $40,400.
Deputy Mayor Max Musumeci presented the donation at BCA’s Annual General Meeting on 23 September 2025, recognising the organisation’s vital role in providing essential services across the region.
Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the contribution reflected the Council’s strong partnership with BCA and its long-standing commitment
sure BCA can keep delivering these critical services to those who need them most.”
For more than 40 years, the Burdekin Community Association has been a cornerstone of support for residents, offering programs across aged care, housing assistance, domestic and family violence services, volunteer coordination, and broader community support.
Council’s ongoing partnership with BCA ensures that these services remain accessible to those who need them, now and into the future. By sustaining this collaboration, the Council continues to strengthen the social fabric of the Burdekin region, helping families and individuals navigate challenges and access vital re-
The annual donation is a tangible demonstration of local government working hand-in-hand with community organisations to keep essential services alive and thriving in Burdekin.
RAILWAY STREET CRASH CLAIMS LIFE
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in Ayr on Sunday afternoon, 9 November. Emergency services were called to Railway Street at about 3.45pm after reports that a white Kia Sorento had collided with a tree.
The 66-year-old Ayr man driving the vehicle was declared deceased at the scene. Police have not yet determined the cause of the crash, and investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information or dashcam footage is urged to contact police at www.police.qld. gov.au/reporting or on 131 444 to assist with the investigation.
Year Of Delivery For Deserving District
As the calendar turns to just over a year since the Queensland state election, Member for Burdekin Dale Last says he remains steadfast in ensuring the Burdekin receives its fair share. Reflecting on the last 12 months, Mr Last said witnessing progress and delivery of projects the Burdekin community had long advocated for was incredibly rewarding.
“Whether it was improving the safety of our community, providing certainty for the Bowen Boat Harbour or securing a CT scanner for our local hospital, I have been proud to stand beside the Burdekin community and fight for the services and infrastructure we deserve,” Mr Last said. “2025 has marked my tenth year as the Member for Burdekin and it’s a role that I have been proud to serve in each day.”
“I have always maintained the Burdekin is an economic powerhouse and that sentiment continues unabated. Following the 2024 election my focus was ensuring this electorate saw the results of its own hard work and that started with ensuring our promises were delivered on.”
The Crisafulli Government’s first budget supported every single election commitment made to the Burdekin with key projects no longer a pipe dream and stronger laws to improve community safety.
“We knew how much Queenslanders were hurting after a decade of Labor’s weak youth crime laws and we acted. In a matter of months after the state election we made Adult Crime, Adult Time law in Queensland and the Crisafulli Government’s focus on community safety has not wavered with Daniel’s Law recently passing through Parliament,” Mr Last said.
Three Blokes Running Flip The Deck For Movember
Three Blokes Running (TBR) have once again taken to social media to share a brand-new exciting “game plan” for this month’s Movember Foundation initiative to raise awareness and funds to support men’s mental health!
Campbell Johnston, Brayden Rawlins and Austin Dewar have been on an unstoppable mission to break down stigmas surrounding men’s mental health, pushing the message “it ain’t weak to speak” across the country.
Just last year, the boys debuted their Movember Foundation fundraising team, TBR, online, which attracted thousands of views and messages of support both locally within the Burdekin Shire, and from countless communities across North East Queensland! Over the month of November, Campbell, Brayden and Austin came together to run a mammoth 540 kilometres and collectively raise an outstanding total of $14,000 to support the lifesaving work of the Movember Foundation.
In recognition of their extraordinary efforts, the Movember Foundation prestigiously named Campbell a celebrated Community Ambassador, and nominated TBR for Rookie of the Year, inviting the
trio to attend the 2025 Mo Awards in Melbourne.
Now, a year on from TBR’s debut, Campbell, Brayden and Austin have unveiled what’s in store for 2025… “Cards for a Cause”. With a cork board each loaded with a deck of cards listing off mystery challenges ranging from completing a half marathon to swimming kilometres on kilometres in the pool, the trio flip a card each day and get straight into action, vlogging their progress to share online.
“Get behind us boys for another month of running, raising money and starting conversations, and remember, it ain’t weak to speak,” shared Austin.
“We just want to say a massive thank you for all the support, it’s been unreal and keep it coming because we want to get that message out there, raise some awareness and raise some money for some really important research that the Movember Foundation is doing,” said Campbell.
To follow along with the boy’s journey, search Three Blokes Running on social media and to donate to the TBR’s Movember Foundation team visit movember. com/t/three-blokes-running.
Campbell, Brayden and Austin are taking on the Movember Foundation’s month-long challenge for the second consecutive year (Photo Source: Movember Foundation)
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cane & mixed farming opportunity.
Outstanding irrigated delta country close to Ayr & Home Hill.
• Highly productive deep clay soils (Dermosols)
• 729.6 ML water allocation from Lower Burdekin Water
• Efficient flood irrigation system - two concrete mains and one poly main with 4” & 6” pumps
• Majority cultivated for sugarcane - also suited to corn, beans, hay & pasture
• Excellent access via bitumen road
A versatile and well-located holding in a reliable district.
• Large-scale coastal land located between Bowen & Ayr
• Level to gently undulating country
• Mixed sandy–clay loam soils with improvement potential
• Approved aquaculture project – 250 ha grow-out ponds and intake/discharge licences
• Two existing dams
• Suited to grazing, cropping, or redevelopment
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Ayr and Home Hill Honour the Fallen
Ayr and Home Hill communities gathered in solemn reflection on Tuesday, 11 November, as Remembrance Day services honoured all who had served and sacrificed for both the region and Australia.
In Ayr, locals assembled at ANZAC Park for the 10.30am ceremony hosted by the Ayr RSL Sub Branch. Fair weather set the backdrop as Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and Councillors joined veterans, families and school representatives in marking the anniversary of the 1918 Armistice.
Pastor Peter Holmes delivered a heartfelt address, acknowledging the generations of servicemen and women whose actions shaped the nation. He then led the crowd in prayer before the traditional proceedings commenced. Wreaths were laid by community groups, the Last Post sounded across the park, and attendees observed a minute’s silence at 11am in honour of those who had lost their lives in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
Across the river, Home Hill residents gathered simultaneously at the Home Hill War Memorial for their own service, coordinated with the same 11am pause for reflection. While the events were held separately, both carried equal significance for the district, reinforcing the Burdekin’s enduring commitment to remembrance. Both gatherings maintained the simple, respectful traditions that continue to define Remembrance Day across the region.
Pastor Peter Holmes delivered a heartfelt address, acknowledging the generations of servicemen and women whose actions shaped the nation
Wreaths were laid by community groups, the Last Post sounded across the park, and attendees observed a minute’s silence at 11am in honour of those who had lost their lives
Burdekin Shire Council Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort and councillors joined veterans, families and school representatives in marking the anniversary of the 1918 Armistice
While the events were held separately, both carried equal significance for the district, reinforcing the Burdekin’s enduring commitment to remembrance. Photo credit: Jacob Casha
September 28th 2023
Burdekin Theatre, Ayr, on Sunday
Minute With The Mayor
Pierina Dalle Cort
Over the weekend, we celebrated the Harvest Festival Ball and Grand Parade, what a fantastic turnout! My heartfelt congratulations go to all the participants, especially those who were crowned during the festivities. Your enthusiasm and community spirit truly made the event memorable.
On Tuesday 25 November, Burdekin Shire Council will hold a Candlelight Vigil to mark the launch of the international 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
The vigil will take place at the Burdekin Theatre Forecourt from 7:00pm, and I warmly invite all community members to attend. This is an opportunity for us to stand together in solidarity with survivors of violence and their families, and to remember those who have tragically lost their lives as a result of domestic and fam-
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ily violence.
Attendees are encouraged to light a candle in remembrance and share in a sense of unity and hope for a safer community. A free sausage sizzle will also be provided. I encourage you to come along and be part of this important movement for change.
As we move into the warmer months, I’d also like to remind everyone to begin preparations for the upcoming disaster season. Now is the perfect time to check your emergency plans, secure your property, and ensure you have all necessary supplies on hand. Community safety is our top priority, and staying prepared is key to facing any challenges that may arise. Should you wish to reach out, don’t hesitate to contact me directly by phone at 0447 150 582, or feel free to send an email to mayor@burdekin.qld.gov.au.
Ayr Police Continue Local Drug and Offence Enforcement
Ayr CIB has maintained active enforcement in the Burdekin region over the past two weeks, with multiple charges, court appearances, and diversion notices issued.
On 26 October, a 44-year-old Home Hill man was charged with four counts of possessing child exploitation material. He is scheduled to appear in Ayr Magistrates Court on 15 December.
Drug-related offences have also been a focus. On 2 November, a 49-year-old Ayr man received a drug diversion after being found in possession of methamphetamine and cannabis. The following day, a 37-yearold Ayr man was issued a Notice to Appear in Court for possession of methamphetamine, while a 43-year-old man received a
Councillor Column With Councillor Fina Vasta
Ihad the pleasure of attending the Seniors Luncheon at the Burdekin Memorial Hall last week. It was a fantastic event, thoughtfully organised each year by the Burdekin Shire Council Community Development Team – Tammy Quagliata, Melissah Lammon and Sara Smith. After enjoying a delicious lunch provided by Howie’s Catering, we played Bingo and were thoroughly entertained by Ricky Romeo, who had everyone toe tapping and singing along throughout the arvo.
Another great event is the Garage Sale Trail, which runs over two weekends. It kicked off last weekend and continues this weekend, Saturday 15 November 2025, at the Ayr Showgrounds Hall from 8am to 12pm. Come down to the showgrounds and join Burdekin residents in grabbing a bargain. There’ll be clothes, accessories, and a wide range of household goods – I’m
sure there’ll be something for everyone. The possibilities are endless.
The Burdekin Community Association, Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre, Zonta, Police, and Burdekin Shire Council are coming together to hold a Candlelight Vigil for the 16 Days of Activism. We will unite for change and commemorate the lives lost to gender-based violence in Australia. Sadly, statistics in 2025 (up to this date) show that 55 women and 20 children have lost their lives to gendered violence in Australia. The vigil will be held at the Burdekin Theatre Forecourt on Tuesday 25 November at 7pm. Please feel free to come along and help us remember those who have lost their lives. By working together, we can combat inequality, change culture, and save lives. Hope to see you there.
Burdekin Craft Spectacular Markets Return to Home Hill
The Burdekin Craft Spectacular Markets will be held on Saturday, 29 November, at the Burdekin Memorial Hall, Ninth Avenue, Home Hill, from 9 am to 2 pm. The event is hosted by the Burdekin Uniting Church and showcases the creativity and talent of local residents.
similar drug diversion.
Other offences included a 39-year-old Ayr woman, issued a Notice to Appear for possession of drug utensils and a knife in a public place, and a 43-year-old Ayr woman charged with weapons offences after being found with knuckledusters. On 4 November, a 49-year-old man was arrested for producing and possessing dangerous drugs, as well as failing to take reasonable care, while a 48-year-old man received a Notice to Appear for cannabis possession.
On 6 November, a 36-year-old Ayr man received a drug warning for possession of dangerous drugs and drug utensils. Police continue to urge community vigilance and compliance with local laws.
Visitors can explore a wide range of craft stalls, watch free demonstrations, enjoy a Children’s Treasure Hunt with prizes, and sample food in the dining room, including the popular High Tea Trolley. A cake stall and book stall will also operate on the day.
Adult entry is $5 cash, with children under 12 free. Group bookings of 10 or more are available at a discounted rate, including morning tea, and must be made in advance via email.
The markets provide an ideal opportunity for Christmas shopping or finding unique gifts. Adults and children are invited to enter a creative competition to hand-make a model village or small-town building. Entries should be shoebox-sized or smaller and can use cardboard, wood, clay, paddle pop sticks, or gingerbread. Entry is $2, which counts as the first vote; public voting via gold coin donations will determine the winners. Proceeds go to Burdekin
Entries should be delivered to the hall on Friday, 28 November between 3–7 pm, or by 8 am on the day.
For more information, email burdekincraftspectacular@gmail.com or call Judy Berryman on 0428 877 883.
WHAT: Burdekin Craft Spectacular Markets
WHEN: Saturday, 29 November, 9am2pm
WHERE: Burdekin Memorial Hall, Ninth Avenue, Home Hill
School Chaplains.
Digging Into Good Soil Health
QCAR Burdekin District Manager Angelo Licciardello has been in hot-pursuit of information and activities around soil health to assist sugarcane farmers to maximise their crop potential in 2026.
Angelo said good fallow management was one of the main keys to success with the following tips to consider:
• Keep your fallow weed free
• Volunteer (regrowth) free
• Consider legume crops to improve soil health and for additional cashflow
• Apply a soil ameliorant when required
Request a soil test early to determine if ameliorants are required, and you’ll have plenty of time to plan for fertiliser applications next year at planting.
Angelo said varieties were also a significant factor determining production, and he advised giving Burdekin Productivity Services (BPS) staff a call about an early RSD (Ratoon Stunting Disease) plant source test in December to avoid the rush next year.
BPS Manager Rob Milla said irrigation was also a key to a good crop.
“BPS can you set you up with a free IrrigWeb account that will not only keep records but also provide sound advice on how much irrigation and when to apply – it’s a very powerful tool for sugarcane
farmers that can either save water and/or increase productivity.”
Other activities:
QCAR’s Burdekin District Manager has also had other issues on his mind for sugarcane farmers with a host of pre-end of season activities, including the following:
• Discussions with Agri Labour on future labour hire recruitment for industry
• Harvest Management Group meeting, Inkerman Mill
• Tour of Kalamia Mill operations
• Liaison with Burdekin Productivity Servicers (BPS) on productivity potential
• Sunwater talks regarding algae in drains and 15% discount for irrigators
• Burdekin Regional Council: River Trust and feral pest control
• Aglantis – automated irrigations solutions and options
• QRIDA regarding available assistance with applying for the 15% discount
• Farm Business Resilience Program (FBRP) meeting
• SRA on farm for variety testing
• NQ Dry Tropics – funding update Contributed with thanks to QCAR.
QCAR District Burdekin Manager Angelo Licciardello, right, digs deep into improving soil health for sugarcane farmers and improving productivity with Burdekin Productivity Services’ Rob Milla, left.
In this photo it is clear to see the difference in growth from one block to the next with the cane in the foreground treated with an ameliorant before planting.
Looking Ahead: Managing Risk in a Volatile Sugar Market
Tinated Wilmar Grower Marketing as their GEI marketer for the 2026 season.
reflecting the MPP’s higher hedge profile.
Firstly, thank you to all who have entrusted us with your GEI marketing nomination for the 2024 season.
many, this decision was made a long time ago when the 2024 season opened for pricing in July 2021.
The Grower Marketing team are fielding lots of enquiries from growers seeking guidance on sugar price outlooks. While no one can predict prices with certainty, our analysts expect global sugar stocks to build over the next 12 to 18 months due to large crops in India and Brazil, assuming normal weather.
that time, target prices where trading sub $400/t and the thought of $800/t for sugar was a dream. At time of writing, we have seen a high of $840/t trade for 2024 season, with hopefully the promise of more to come.
The reasons for the dramatic rise over the last years are well documented in the persistent deficit of supply against demand and the consequent running down of global stocks.
I would like to extend a warm welcome to the growing number of new growers who have chosen Wilmar for the first time. We don’t take any nomination, new or existing, for granted and remain committed to delivering strong returns, flexible products and personalised service to maintain your trust in this vital part of your business. This year has been particularly challenging on the pricing front. Just 8 months ago, the March 26 futures contract was trading close to 20 USc/lb, with the AUD sugar price above $650/t. We are now facing a $465/t price and futures at 14 USc/lb.
Our current average hedge rate for Target price growers in the ’24 season is just under $600 with approximately 40 per cent of committed tonnes priced. This provides a significant underwriting of next year’s production and a big buffer for growers if prices were to collapse unexpectedly.
Ethanol remains another key factor, with prices influenced by oil markets, relative feedstock prices, and government regulation. The recent dip in sugar prices below 14 USc/lb has already prompted some Brazilian mills to switch from sugar to ethanol, showing price signals are working to rebalance supply and demand.
Nevertheless, it is hard to avoid sellers regret when the market moves up so dramatically. We have lots conversations with growers who feel like they have lost money by selling too early. In simple terms there is a loss, as in an opportunity loss.
Our recent October Pool results have reinforced our decision to relaunch the Managed Pool as the Managed Pool Plus (MPP) with the key difference being its extended time horizon for price management compared to the Production Risk Pool (PRP).
With perfect knowledge we would all be unhedged and waiting for someone to ring the bell, notifying the of the market was here! However, we operate in the space of imperfect knowledge.
At the end of October, the MPP was forecast at $560/t Actual versus the PRP at $515/t. During the month, the 2025 Season price fell by about $70/t Actual, while
Cane growers need to think in risk management terms and not trading terms whereby margin management is the ultimate goal. It is not about picking the high of the market ; it is about taking control of your income and making decisions that are right for your business. All of us have a different appetite for and therefor there is not a one size fits all when it comes to pricing sugar.
Across all regions, growers are underpriced for the 2025 season, and even more so for 2026. While that is a challenge shared across the industry, it is important to look ahead. If you could lock in $525/t today for the 2025 season, would you take it? The 2028 season has that price available now, and pricing even a small portion early can help manage risk and secure a solid base as markets evolve.
us in Wilmar Marketing, our goal is to give you the best information we can to help you make the best decision on pricing given your circumstances. We provide simple yet flexible pricing tools and payment terms to assist with cash flow.
those of you who entrust us to price your GEI Sugar through the Production Risk Pool we dedicate significant resources aiming to maximise returns. Our Production Risk Pool has outperformed QSL’s Harvest Pool for five years running (see graph) you would like more information, please contact our Grower Marketing consultants, Meghan Wilson on 0437 669 118 or Fiona Villis on 0437 297 978.
Thanks for choosing Wilmar
Hood Wilmar Manager Grower Marketing
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Harvest Festival Ends with a Bang
In the float awards, the Lions Club and Harvest Queen Ellie Woods took out Best Queen Float, while Stardust Theatre secured Best Float in the non-queen category. Ayr Pony and Hack Club claimed Best Trade Float, St Coleman’s won Best School Float, and Brennan’s Tyrepower walked away with Best Theme Float.
The party then flowed into Watsons Green, where a range of rides, food trucks and live music welcomed attendees with open arms. An energetic performance by North Queensland local and community favourite Luke Geiger had the crowd dancing into the night with classic country hits and originals, as proceedings gradually drew to a close.
The Street Party marked the end of the Home Hill Harvest Festival, which commenced in September with the official launch on the 14th. The festival presented a jam-packed schedule of community events, with the Ephemera, Student Ball, Town of Origin, Derby Day Races and Gala Ball among the community’s favourites.
The Harvest Festival has been a
longstanding tradition in Home Hill for decades, serving as one of the hallmark events of the Burdekin calendar alongside the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival and the Burdekin Water Festival. This year’s iteration again showcased the strength and unity of the Burdekin community, with sizeable turnouts at each event marking another positive chapter in the history of the festival.
More Grand Parade and Street Party photos on pages 16-17
Watson’s Green was filled with families and pets on Wednesday, 5 November, as the annual Home Hill Harvest Festival Pet Show and Bolt for Bucks returned. The event featured a wide variety of animals, from kittens and birds to puppies and more unusual pets, all competing for awards.
The Harvest Festival Queens judged each entry carefully, and winners received ribbons, vouchers, and treats thanks to sponsor My Pet’s Rural. First-place winners included Ellie Oakes with Millie (Best Dressed), Holly Sthatkawaski with Tigger (Best Kept Cat), Darren and Cassie Turner with Pippin (Best Kept Dog), Keiara Oliver with Cleo (Best Kept Puppy), and Kate Brown with Pom Pom Head (Best Kept Bird).
Other winners were Danny Broadhead
with Odin (Fastest Eater), Aya with Coco, Sunny & Mimi (Most Unusual Pet and Most Colourful Pet), Cara Trindle with Pip (Smallest Pet), Landyn with Bronson (Biggest Pet), Adeline & Nina Tapiolas with Arnold (Waggiest Tail), and Molly Amourous with Bandit (Best Trick).
Osborne State School provided sausage sandwiches and snacks, keeping everyone refreshed. The evening concluded with the Bolt for Bucks, where children raced around Watson’s Green for $10 prizes and received additional treats from McDonald’s Ayr.
The Pet Show and Bolt for Bucks offered a chance for the community to come together, enjoy the company of pets, and share a relaxed evening with friends and neighbours.
It was a Harvest Festival Gala Ball to remember last Friday, 7 November, as hundreds of Burdekinites wined, dined, and witnessed the crowning of Aaliyah Gibson and Eden Betteridge as the Harvest Festival Queen and the Personality Queen respectively.
Representing the Burdekin Netball Association, Gibson was quick to thank the committee and her peers for the experience and support.
“We wouldn’t be here without the hard work and dedication of the Harvest Festival and Rotary committees,” she said.
“And thank you to all the [queens]. I’ve had so much fun getting to know you all and to try new things with you. It’s been a lot of fun.”
Betteridge, who represented the Home Hill Rotary Club—also the hosts of the night—said she cherished the chemistry built with her fellow queens throughout the journey.
“The girls have been wonderful throughout this whole journey,” she said. “I’m so glad we have made lifelong friendships.”
The crowning of the queens comes after weeks of interviews, both group and individual, conducted by a three-person judging panel. The group were also expected to attend a range of Harvest Festival events along the way, including their own fundraisers, which helped raise over $50,000 in total.
“Many [past queens] still remember their time as an entrant, the friends they made and how it encouraged them to step outside their comfort zone and become more involved in the community,” he said.
“Down the track, you will really feel that you’ve grown from the experience.”
President of the Home Hill Harvest Festival Mark Vass said it’s an experience that will long live in the memory of the queens.
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627.
Plantation Park
Rhythm Edge Dance Studios: Ready Set Party Time
10am
The Rhythm Edge Ready Set students take the stage for their annual Burdekin Theatre performance, showcasing energy, colour, and plenty of adorable moments. Tickets $28–$36.
Burdekin Theatre, Ayr
TUESDAY 18 NOVEMBER
Pickleball
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US—easy to play and gentle on the body. With underarm serves, light paddles, and a smaller court, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities. Social sessions run weekly during school terms.
Come and try for free!
Home Hill Tennis Association, 43–75 First Street, Home Hill QLD 4806
TUESDAY 18 & WEDNESDAY 19 NOVEMBER
Burdekin Christian College Awards Nights
6pm–9pm
Burdekin Christian College hosts its annual award presentations at the Burdekin Theatre. A celebration of student achievement across two evenings. Tickets free, bookings essential.
Burdekin Theatre, Ayr
WEDNESDAY 19 NOVEMBER
Social and Networking Event
Wednesday 5:30pm
The community is invited to attend the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Social and Networking Event for an enriching evening of socialisation.
Home Hill Community Sports Club
THURSDAY 20 NOVEMBER
Jimeoin – Pandemonium – Ayr
ALL DAY
Comedy legend Jimeoin brings laughs and life hacks to the stage. Learn clever tricks, hilarious pranks, and more, while laughing yourself silly. Tickets $54.90.
161 Queen Street, Ayr QLD 4807
TUESDAY 25 NOVEMBER
Pickleball
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Home Hill Tennis Association
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US—easy to play and gentle on the body. With underarm serves, light paddles, and a smaller court, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities. Social sessions run weekly during school terms. Come and try for free!
Home Hill Tennis Association, 43–75 First Street, Home Hill QLD 4806
FRIDAY 28 & SATURDAY 29
NOVEMBER
Rhythm Edge Dance Studios: Momentum
7.30pm
Momentum delivers high-energy choreography celebrating a full year of dance achievement. A two-night showcase featuring Rhythm Edge’s senior performers. Tickets from $40; family and concession options available. Burdekin Theatre, Ayr
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER
Burdekin Craft Spectacular Markets
9am–2pm
The Burdekin Craft Spectacular returns to the Burdekin Memorial Hall with a massive range of handmade goods from local and district creators. Enjoy free demonstrations, a Children’s Treasure Hunt, food in the dining room, and the beloved high tea trolley. Entry $5 (cash only); kids under 12 free.Burdekin Memorial Hall, Home Hill
SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER
Pioneer Park Speedway
6pm–10pm
An action-packed night of racing returns to Pioneer Park Speedway in Brandon. Bring the family, grab a spot trackside, and enjoy an evening of fast-paced entertainment under the lights.
Pioneer Park Speedway, 30825 Bruce Highway, Brandon
SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join Ayr State Primary School for a picture-perfect morning showcasing the talents and hobbies of both local and travelling stallholders with everything from home baked treats to handmade creations on offer! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4790 3333.
Plantation Park
SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER
BBQ Breakfast
Sunday 8am
The community is invited to attend the Burdekin Aero Club Inc. Monthly BBQ Breakfast at the Ayr Aerodrome from 8am to 11am. Meet the pilots, inspect the aircrafts, and enjoy a morning of socialisation for $10 per person. Call 0429 144 921 for more information.
Ayr Aerodrome, Brandon
WEDNESDAY 17 DECEMBER
Social and Networking Event
Wednesday 5:30pm
The community is invited to attend the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Social and Networking Event for an enriching evening of socialisation.
Home Hill Community Sports Club
SUNDAY 21 DECEMBER
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats for the final Plantation Park Markets for 2025! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627. Plantation Park
INVITING ALL SPORTING GROUPS, SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Would you like to see your sports team in the paper?
Matches and Tournaments
Team
Team
Player
WHAT’S THE CATCH?
Simply submit a 250 word report (or bullet points/highlights) We need a photo too (image quality needs to be nice and clear)
All reports need to be received by 11am Monday If you are a first time contributor please let us know the week before
Do you have a star player or a recent achiever? Contact us to include a sportsperson profile in the paper
Send all enquiries or submissions to rachael@lifepublishinggroup.com
WEEKLYTVGUIDE
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News.
10.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. 11.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. 12.00 News. 1.00 The Newsreader. 1.55 Grand Designs Aust. 2.55 QI. 3.25 Home Delivery. 3.55 Grand Designs.
4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. 8.30 Maigret. (M) 9.25 Hard Quiz. (PG) 9.55 Crime Night! 10.25 Spicks And Specks. 10.55 News. 11.10 Silent Witness. 12.15 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.
6.00 Rage Charts. 6.55 Rage Closer. 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. 11.55 Rage Closer. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. 1.30 Maigret. 2.20 All Creatures Great And Small. 3.10 Signature Choir & SS0. 4.50 Spicks And Specks. 5.25 Landline.
5.50 Australian Story.
6.25 I Was Actually There. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Return To Paradise. (PG)
8.30 Vera. (M)
10.00 The Forsytes. (PG) 10.55 Bergerac. (M) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… 3.15 Long Lost Family. 4.10 The Role Of A Lifetime. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Grand Designs Aust. 7.00 News. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. 8.50 The Forsytes. 9.45 Return To Paradise. 10.40 Brush With Fame. 11.40 Rage. 3.00 Ask The Doctor. 3.25 The Art Of Money. 4.00 Gardening Aust. 5.00 Insiders.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 News. 10.00 Take 5. 10.30 Vera. 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 QI. 3.30 Home Delivery. 4.00 Grand Designs. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Aust Story. 8.30 Annabel Crabb’s Civic Duty. 9.20 Media Watch. 9.35 Planet America. 10.05 I Was Actually There. 10.40 News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Creative Types. 11.40 Grand Designs. 12.25 Long Lost Family. 1.15 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Forsytes. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 QI. 3.30 Home Delivery. 3.55 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 When The War Is Over. 8.30 The Piano UK. 9.20 The Art Of. 9.45 The Assembly. 10.30 Media Watch. 10.50 News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 Annabel Crabb’s Civic Duty. 12.10 Keating: The Interviews. 1.10 Grand Designs Revisited. 2.00 Long Lost Family. 2.45 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 QI. 3.30 Home Delivery. 3.55 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 Crime Night! 9.00 Spicks And Specks. 9.30 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 10.15 If You’re Listening. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 Planet America. 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. 12.10 Grand Designs Revisited. 1.00 Long Lost Family. 1.50 Rage. 3.45 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 The Piano UK. 11.30 Crime Night! 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 QI. 3.30 Home Delivery. 3.55 Grand Designs Revisited. 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30
7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs Aust. 9.00 Long Lost Family. 9.45 Portrait Artist Of The Year. 10.35 News. 10.50 The Business. 11.10 The Art Of. 11.40 Grand Designs Revisited. 12.30 Long Lost Family. 1.15 Rage. 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Cancer Killers. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. 4.35 Jeopardy! 4.55 Letters And Numbers. 5.25 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Storms From Above. 8.30 Nick Knowles Into Death Valley. 9.25 The Scottish Island That Won The Lottery. 10.20 SBS News. 10.50 Sisi. 11.45 Tokyo Vice. 1.55 Tutankhamun. 3.00 Craft It Yourself. 3.55 Home Of The Year: Scotland. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.55 Soccer. Aust C’ship. Avondale FC v Preston Lions FC. 2.00 Soccer. Aust C’ship. Wollongong Wolves v Marconi Stallions FC. 4.30 WorldWatch. 5.30 The Irish Civil War. 6.30 News. 7.30 A Royal Guide To... 8.25 A Year At Kylemore Abbey. 9.25 1967: Summer Of Love. 10.20 Reckless. 11.25 Homicide. 2.00 Willie Nelson: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw. 4.00 Craft It Yourself. 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gold Stars: The Story Of FIFA World Cups. 4.10 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid C’ship. Rallye Du Maroc. H’lights. 4.40 Going Places. 5.30 Hitler-Stalin: A Secret Relationship. 6.30 News. 7.30 JFK: One Day In America. 8.25 Secret Letters Of Mary, Queen Of Scots. 9.35 Karnak: The Largest Temple In The World. 10.35 Odysseus Returns. 11.35 Women Who Rock. 3.45 Craft It Yourself. 4.40 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 The Airport: Back In The Skies. 3.00 Going Places. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure. 8.30 American Prince: JFK Jr. 9.20 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 The Man Who Died. 11.35 A Criminal Affair. 1.15 Being Beethoven. 2.25 Craft It Yourself. 3.20 Home Of The Year: Scotland. 4.30 Bamay. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 The Australian Wars. 3.00 Going Places. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Railway Journeys UK. 8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 9.35 Australia: An Unofficial History. 10.40 SBS News. 11.10 Families Like Ours. 12.10 Carmen Curlers. 2.15 Being Beethoven. 3.20 Craft It Yourself. 4.15 Bamay. 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 Wildlife ER. 3.00 Going Places. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Michael Palin In Venezuela. 8.30 Reckless. 9.30 Scotland’s Poshest Train: Alan Cumming. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 I Am Scrooge. 11.55 Headhunters. 2.30 Being Beethoven. 3.35 Craft It Yourself. 4.30 Bamay. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. 2.05 Wildlife ER. 3.00 Going Places. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 Searching For Spain. 8.25 From That Small Island: The Irish Story. 9.25 Vigil. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Ridley Road. 1.10 Exterior Night. 4.20 Bamay. 4.55 Destination Flavour Bitesize. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: Jason Bourne. (2016) (M) 11.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 In Plain Sight. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Horse Racing. The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day and Caulfield C.F. Orr Stakes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Creek To Coast.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 11.30 House Of Wellness. 12.30 Cricket. Women’s BBL. Stars v Renegades. 4.00 Border Security: Int. 4.30 Border Security. 5.00 News. 5.30 Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) 8.55 Lip Reading The Royals. (M) 10.25 The Day Diana Died. 12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Sandown 500. H’lights. 1.00 Travel Oz. 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Working Class Man. (M) 9.30 The Rookie. (M) 10.30 S.W.A.T. 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. 1.30 Travel Oz. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 8.00 Wicked: One Wonderful Night. 10.00 Murder In A Small Town. 11.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. 12.00 MOVIE: Paralysed By Danger. (2021) 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 8.30 The Front Bar. (M) 9.30 Ashes Preview Show. 10.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) 11.00 Chicago Fire. 12.00 The Amazing Race. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Love To Remember. (2021) 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 David Attenborough’s Asia. (PG) 8.40 MOVIE: Force Of Nature: The Dry 2. (2024) (M) 11.00 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 11.50 Tipping Point. 12.40 Pointless. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Skippy. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30 Postcards.
6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Great Australian Detour. 12.45 Cybershack. 1.20 My Way. 1.50 The Golden Bachelor. 3.15 David Attenborough’s Asia. 4.25 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 MOVIE: Black Adam. (2022) 10.00 MOVIE: Blue Beetle. (2023) 12.20 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 1.10 Cybershack. 1.35 Garden Gurus. 2.00 The Incredible Journey. 2.30 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Shop. 5.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Fishing Aust. 11.30 Drive TV: Launch Pad. 12.00 Explore TV. 12.30 Creative Generation: State Schools On Stage. 2.20 Find My Country House Australia. 2.50 Budget Battlers. 4.00 Take Me Home. 5.00 News. 5.30 My Way. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Golden Bachelor. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Social Media Murders. 11.10 Mobsters. 12.05 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. 1.00 Fishing Aust. 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Golden Bachelor. 1.45 9Honey: He Said She Said. 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 Travel Guides. (PG) 8.40 MOVIE: Crocodile Dundee. (1986) (M) 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 The Equalizer. 12.00 Transplant. 1.00 Hello SA. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Intrepid Adventures. 8.30 What’s Up Down Under. 9.00
6.00 Everyday Gourmet. 6.30 GCBC. 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 Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Farm To Fork. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Two Chefs And A Wedding Cake. (2023) 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 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 8.30 Jamie Durie’s Future House. 9.40 Beyond The Build. 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 Wild Cards. 12.00 Around The World With 30 Kilos. 1.00 Cross Court. 1.30 TV Shop. 2.30 Skippy. 3.00 TV Shop. 4.00 Believer’s Voice. 4.30 ACA. 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 Everyday Gourmet. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 Neighbours. 7.30 Farm To
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 1.00 Getaway. 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 Budget Battlers. 8.40 To Be Advised. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 Parole. 11.30 Resident Alien. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.05 Cybershack. 1.30 TV Shop.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven Local News. 6.30 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story. (M) 11.00 Gatecrashers. 12.00 The Front Bar. 1.00 Life. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning.
7.35pm Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.
8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who?
8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (R)
9.00 Robot Wars. (R)
10.00 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.45 Officially Amazing. (PG, R)
11.10 Deadly 60. (R)
11.40 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R)
12.05am Good Game Spawn Point. (R)
7.30pm Hard Quiz Kids.
8.00 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. (R)
8.40 Chopped Junior. (R)
9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
10.05 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
10.25 Speechless. (PG, R)
10.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. (R)
11.10 Dragon Ball Super. (PG, R)
7.35pm The Mysterious Benedict Society. (PG)
8.15 Crongton. (PG)
8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
9.20 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
10.05 Speechless. (PG, R)
10.25 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.10 Secrets Of The Zoo. (PG, R)
12.00am Horrible Histories. (PG, R)
12 .55 Malory Towers. (R)
7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG, R)
8.00 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
8.35 Gladiators UK. (PG)
9.35 The Crystal Maze. (PG, R)
10.20 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.05 MythBusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R) 11.30 Officially Amazing. (PG, R)
7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG, R)
8.00 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.35 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. (PG, R)
9.15 Super Shark Highway. (R)
10.05 Merlin. (PG, R)
10.50 MythBusters
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
11.15 Officially Amazing. (PG, R)
7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG, R)
8.00 Operation Ouch! (PG, R)
8.55 Adventure Time. (R)
9.40 We Bare Bears. (R)
9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. (R)
10.15 Fresh Off The Boat. (PG, R)
10.55 Abbott Elementary. (PG, R)
11.40 Operation Ouch! (R)
7.35pm Ninjago: Dragons Rising. (PG)
8.00 Operation Ouch! (R)
8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo.
(PG, R)
9.20 Secret Life Of The Koala. (R)
10.05 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (PG, R)
10.40 Merlin. (PG, R)
11.25 MythBusters
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
8.30 Escape To The Country.
11.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
12.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm Dog Patrol. (PG, R)
6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
8.30 Escape To The Country.
9.30 Escape To The Country. (R)
11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG, R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (R)
2.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue. (R)
6.00pm Escape To The Country. (R)
7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. (R)
7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M, R)
8.30 Vera. (M, R)
10.30 The Thief, His Wife And The Canoe. (M, R) 11.30 Heathrow. (PG, R)
12.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)
8.30 Endeavour. (M, R)
10.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. (PG, R)
11.30 Doc Martin. (PG, R)
12.30 Bargain Hunt. (R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Call The Midwife. (M, R)
8.45 Judge John Deed. (M, R)
10.45 Autopsy USA. (M, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
1.00 Our Town. (R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (R) 2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Heartbeat. (PG, R)
8.45 Inspector George Gently. (M, R)
10.45 Autopsy USA. (M, R)
11.45 Bargain Hunt. (R)
1.00 Our Town. (R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
5.30pm Escape To The Country. (R)
6.30 Bargain Hunt.
7.30 Father Brown. (M, R)
8.30 Line Of Duty. (M)
9.50 Line Of Duty. (M)
11.10 Murdoch Mysteries. (M, R)
12.10 Father Brown. (M, R)
1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. (PG, R)
2.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)
6.00pm Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match
9. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Renegades. 9.30 Movie: The Jackal. (1997) (MA15+, R) Bruce Willis, Richard Gere.
12.05 Movie: Fast Times At Ridgemont High. (1982) (M, R) 2.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG, R)
6.00pm Football. AFL Women’s. Finals Series.
8.15 Movie: Spider-Man: No Way Home. (2021) (M, R) Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch.
6.00pm Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 17. Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Stars.
9.30 Movie: Unhinged. (2020) (MA15+, R) Russell Crowe, Caren Pistorius. 11.20 Movie: The Pope’s Exorcist. (2023) (MA15+, R) 1.30 American Pickers. (PG, R)
5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 Secret Life Of The Auction House.
8.30 Movie: Under Siege 2. (1995) (MA15+, R) 10.30 Movie: Convoy. (1978) (M, R) 1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)
5.30pm Movie: The Wonderful Country. (1959) (PG, R) Robert Mitchum.
7.30 Movie: Space Cowboys. (2000) (PG, R) Clint Eastwood, Tommy Lee Jones.
10.10 Movie: Going In Style. (2017) (M, R) Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman.
12.05 Movie: Percy’s Progress. (1974) (M, R)
6.00pm Getaway. (PG, R)
6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R)
7.00 M*A*S*H. (PG, R)
7.30 M*A*S*H. (PG, R)
8.00 M*A*S*H. (PG, R)
8.30 Movie: The Matrix Reloaded. (2003) (M, R) Keanu Reeves, Hugo Weaving. 11.10 Major Crimes. (M, R) 12.10 Movie: Night Of The Eagle. (1962) (M, R) 1.55 Movie: Wherever She Goes. (1951) (G, R)
5.30pm The Travelling Auctioneers. (R) 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (M, R) 10.40 Major Crimes. (M, R) 11.40 Poirot. (M, R) 1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)
5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 New Tricks. (M, R) 8.40 The Chelsea Detective. (M) 10.40 Major Crimes. (M, R)
11.40 Poirot. (M, R) 1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 1.30 Movie: The Fallen Idol. (1948) (G, R)
5.30pm Yorkshire Auction House. (R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 The Good Karma Hospital. (M, R) 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M, R)
10.40 Major Crimes. (M, R)
11.40 Poirot. (PG, R) 1.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R)
10.20 Numb3rs. (M, R) 11.15 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm The King Of Queens. (PG, R)
6.30 Friends. (PG, R)
7.30 Movie: Catch Me If You Can. (2002) (M, R) 10.10 Becker. (PG, R) 10.35 South Park. (R) 11.00 The King Of Queens. (PG, R) 11.30 Poppa’s House. (PG, R) 12.00 Ridiculousness. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
5.35pm If You Are The One. (PG, R)
6.35 Jeopardy! (R) 7.00 Jeopardy! (R) 7.25 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 1. Evening session. 10.25 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M, R) 11.20 What It Feels Like For A Girl.
1.10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M, R) 2.00 Letterkenny. (M, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 11.15 The Real CSI: Miami. (M, R)
6.00pm Friends. (PG, R)
6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
8.45 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Frasier. (PG, R)
10.30 South Park. (R)
11.00 Ridiculousness. (PG, R) 12.00 South Park. (MA15+, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 South Park. (MA15+, R)
6.00pm Friends. (PG, R) 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.20 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.45 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 9.35 Frasier. (PG, R) 10.30 Ridiculousness. (PG, R) 11.30 South Park. (M, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 1.30 South Park. (M, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 Blue Bloods. (M, R) 10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. (M, R) 11.15 Numb3rs. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)
6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R) 7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Poppa’s House. (PG, R) 12.00 Ridiculousness. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6.05pm Mysteries From Above: Mysteries Of The Abandoned. (PG) 7.00 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 2. Evening session. 10.00 Impossible Engineering. (R) 11.00 Snowpiercer. (MA15+) 11.55 Snowpiercer. (M) 12.50 Movie: The Invisible Extinction. (2023) (M, R)
6.10pm Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R) 7.00 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 3. Evening session. 10.05 Abandoned Engineering. (PG, R) 11.00 Forbidden History. (PG, R) 11.50 Forbidden History. (PG, R) 12.40 Secrets Of America’s Shadow Government. (M, R)
5.45pm The Food That Built The World. (PG, R) 6.35 Jeopardy! (R)
7.00 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 4. Evening session.
10.05 Jeopardy! (R)
10.30 Travel Man. (PG, R) 11.00 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M, R)
11.45 Warren’s Vortex. (PG)
12.45 Everyone Else Burns. (M, R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R)
9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. (PG, R)
10.20 So Help Me Todd. (PG, R)
11.15 Numb3rs. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45 Home Shopping. (R) 1.15 Home Shopping. (R) 1.45 Home Shopping. (R)
5.30pm JAG. (PG, R)
6.30 JAG. (PG, R)
7.30 NCIS. (M, R)
8.30 NCIS. (M, R)
9.30 NCIS. (M, R)
10.30 The Weekly KickOff.
11.00 So Help Me Todd. (PG, R)
11.55 JAG. (M, R)
12.50 Home Shopping. (R)
1.20 Home Shopping. (R) 1.50 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R) 6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)
7.00 Friends. (PG, R) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R) 10.30 Frasier. (PG, R) 11.30 Poppa’s House. (PG, R) 12.00 Ridiculousness. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)
6.00pm Frasier. (PG, R)
6.30 Neighbours. (PG, R)
7.00 Friends. (PG, R)
8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R)
8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R) 10.00 Becker. (PG, R)
5.45pm The Food That Built The World: Beer Run. (PG, R) 6.30 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 5. Evening session. 10.35 Jeopardy! (R) 11.05 Jeopardy! (R) 11.30 Dark Side Of The Ring. (MA15+) 12.25 The Nine Lives Of. (M, R) 1.15 Stone Cold Takes On America. (M, R)
5.45pm The Food That Built The World: All American Marinara. (R) 6.30 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 6. Evening session. 10.35 Jeopardy! (R) 11.05 Jeopardy! (R) 11.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M)
12.25 We Need To Talk About Cosby. (MA15+, R) 1.30 WWE Legends. (M, R)
“There’s Your Problem!”. (PG, R)
6.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. (M, R) 8.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 Major Crimes. (M, R) 11.30 Poirot. (PG, R) 12.40 Find My Country House NZ. (R) 1.10 Creflo Dollar Ministries. (PG, R) 5.30pm JAG. (PG, R) 6.30 JAG. (PG, R) 7.30 NCIS. (M, R) 8.30 NCIS. (M, R) 9.25 NCIS. (M, R) 10.20 So Help Me Todd. (PG, R) 11.15 JAG. (M, R) 12.15 Home Shopping. (R) 12.45
Frasier. (PG, R)
Poppa’s House. (PG, R)
Ridiculousness. (PG, R)
Home Shopping. (R) 5.40pm The Food That Built The World. (R) 6.30 Beach Volleyball. World Championships. Day 7. Evening session. 10.40 Jeopardy! (R) 11.05 Jeopardy! (R) 11.30 Homicide: Life On The Street. (M, R) 1.20 Conversations With Friends. (MA15+, R) 2.00 Somewhere Boy. (M, R)
5 Detective (7)
8 Ancient Persian ruler’s province (7) 10 Haughty person (4)
Actor, – Baldwin (4)
Corrosive substance (4)
Edible bulb (5) 15 Was aware of (4) 17 Slumbering (6) 19 Cairo’s country (5)
20 Fatalistic movie genre, film – (4)
21 Specks (4)
22 Go up (6)
23 Peninsula in SW Asia (6)
25 Examines (8)
28 Minister (6)
29 Hand digit (5)
32 Region (4)
35 Slanting (7)
36 Nerd (4)
39 – von Bismarck (4)
40 Tapestry (5)
42 Mouse or rat, for example (6)
45 Ordinary; unromantic (of writing) (7)
46 Selected (6)
47 Garment (5)
48 Put away (4)
49 Cuisine (4)
51 Republic in northwest Africa (7)
52 Land measurement (4)
56 Brag (5)
57 Rotten (6)
59 Wherever (8)
60 Type of brandy (6)
64 Manacle (6)
66 Spike (4)
67 Knighted woman (4)
68 H in the NATO alphabet (5)
69 Obligations (6)
72 Crooked (4)
73 Farm birds (5)
74 Crowning (4)
75 Openly challenge (4)
77 Ceases living (4)
78 Disrobe (7)
79 Remain (7)
80 Children (9)
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6 Overindulge (6)
7 Ran away to marry (6)
8 Halted (7)
9 Relighting (10)
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18 Qualify (6)
22 Breathing (5)
24 Take unlawfully from (3)
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27 Personality (9)
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31 Natural satellites (5)
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34 Signature (9)
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44 Crannies (5)
50 County town of Dorset (10)
53 Transparent (5)
54 Went beyond what is allowed (8)
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61 Think about (8)
62 Unlucky number (8)
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65 Court examinations (6)
70 Climbing shrub (3)
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movie genre, film – (4)
Specks (4)
Go up (6)
Peninsula in SW Asia (6)
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
Examines (8)
Minister (6)
Hand digit (5)
Region (4) 35 Slanting (7)
36 Nerd (4)
39 – von Bismarck (4)
40 Tapestry (5)
42 Mouse or rat, for example (6)
45 Ordinary; unromantic (of writing) (7)
46 Selected (6)
47 Garment (5)
48 Put away (4)
49 Cuisine (4)
51 Republic in northwest Africa (7)
52 Land measurement (4)
56 Brag (5)
57 Rotten (6)
59 Wherever (8)
60 Type of brandy (6)
64 Manacle (6)
66 Spike (4)
67 Knighted woman (4)
68 H in the NATO alphabet (5)
69 Obligations (6)
72 Crooked (4)
73 Farm birds (5)
74 Crowning (4)
75 Openly challenge (4)
77 Ceases living (4)
78 Disrobe (7)
79 Remain (7) 80 Children (9)
Certain Indian dishes (8) 3 US state (8) 4 Everyday article (3)
5 Sporting side (4)
6 Overindulge (6)
7 Ran away to marry (6)
8 Halted (7)
9 Relighting (10)
11 Piercing tool (3)
12 Largest living rodent (8)
16 Lives (6)
18 Qualify (6) 22 Breathing (5)
24 Take unlawfully from (3)
26 Excessively optimistic person (coll) (9)
27 Personality (9)
30 Cage (5)
31 Natural satellites (5)
33 Small red summer fruit (9)
34 Signature (9)
37 Sunrise (4)
38 Scuffle (4)
41 Monarch (4)
42 Boulder (4)
43 ‘70s dance genre (5)
44 Crannies (5)
50 County town of Dorset (10)
53 Transparent (5)
54 Went beyond what is allowed (8)
55 Loadstone (6)
56 Woman’s undergarment (3)
58 Polished (6)
61 Think about (8)
62 Unlucky number (8)
63 Vacuum cleaners (7)
64 Sheep’s coat (6)
65 Court examinations (6)
70 Climbing shrub (3)
71 Expectorate (4)
76 Pixie (3)
TODAY'S SOLUTIONS
4
word search
Theme: Rainforest
Can you find all the words listed? The leftover letters will spell out a secret message.
AMAZON BONGO
GIBBON
GORILLA
HORNBILL
JAGUAR
JUNGLE
LANTERN FLY
LEMUR
MACAW
OKAPI
ORANGUTAN
PANGOLIN
PIRANHA RAINFALL RESERVE SAPO SIAMANG
TAMARIN TEMPERATE TIGER TITAN BEETLE
TOUCAN VALDIVIAN
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8 LETTERS ASSAILED ASSERTED INTERACT PHONIEST
6 LETTERS CAMERA ERASER SAUNAS WAISTS
7 LETTERS AGAINST HERNIAS MANACLE PACKAGE SAUSAGE TADPOLE
Football Matters with Cyclops
FOOTBALL
Night Soccer
The seventh week of competition and not a high scoring night. There were four forfeits, but then, it was Melbourne Cup night. The sixteen games produced sixty one goals and there was just the one Sin Bin. Top scorers were Ladies team Scoregasms with eight goals, Mottin Earthmoving and Always Fits both rattled in five goals and JFV’s Jonty Davis was sin-binned!
In Men’s Competitive Group, UDS top the table with seventeen points one point ahead of Clare Cutters and, despite losing, Mountain View Fresh stay in third place. In Mens Social 1, Willy Wackers beat DL Lager and have moved into top place with fourteen points, one point clear of DL Lager and Oary’s Levellers. In Mens Social 2, Always Fits now lead with fifteen points, three points clear of Jaime’s Boys who are a further two points ahead of Delta Physio.
In Ladies Group 1, Scoregasms with nineteen points lead Young Guns by three points with Body Tune in third place and in Group 2, 6 TO UR 7 with fifteen points lead DILLIGAF by two points with Rocky Pond Wonders in third place.
Juniors
Social soccer on Tuesday afternoons continues with some very good team performances and some players stand out. More importantly the players are really enjoying themselves.
National and International
After the fourth round of the A League, Auckland are still top of the table after defeating Wellington 2-1. Sydney FC are one point behind after beating Macarthur 2-0 and Melbourne City has moved into third place after defeating Victory. Brisbane Roar is now in fourth spot with a 3-0 win at home to Newcastle.
After the second round of the Women’s A league, Brisbane has set the pace with a 3-2 win in Perth. Melbourne Victory is in second place with a 4-0 defeat of Central Coast and Melbourne City is in third place after beating Western Sydney.
The Matildas have two friendlies against New Zealand coming up. The first is on Friday 28 November in Gosford and the second on Friday 2 December in Adelaide. These are warm up games for the Asian Cup which kicks off in March 2026.
The Socceroos have two friendlies coming up in November. They play Venezuela in Houston on 15 November and then meet Colombia in New York four days later.
Another two countries have qualified for the 2026 World Cup. Jordan and Uzbekistan have joined the list of qualifiers for the competition which starts on 11 June. The Final is on 19 July. Forty eight teams will compete in twelve groups of four team in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The top two teams from the groups plus the best eight third placed teams qualifying for the Round of 32. And yes, The Socceroos have qualified.
In the EPL, after eleven rounds, Arsenal lead Manchester City by four points despite only managing a 2-2 draw away to Sunderland. Chelsea is now third two points behind, and Sunderland is in fourth place. Liverpool has dropped to eighth place on the same points as ManU! At the foot of the table, it is still looking dire for Wolves but Nottingham Forest and West Ham both won.
In Germany’s Bundesliga after ten nine rounds Bayern is still top despite only drawing away to Union Berlin. They are still six points clear of Leipzig with Dortmund and Stuttgart a further point behind. At the bottom of the league four points separate eight teams with Heidenheim and Mainz struggling with just five points.
In Italy’s Serie A only three of the top teams won. Inter and Roma share the lead two points ahead of AC Milan. Napoli, who lost to Bologna has dropped to fourth place with the same points. Juventus could only draw at home to Torino and stays in sixth place. At the foot of the table only Genoa and Pisa won, and Fiorentina props up the league.
In Spain, after twelve rounds, Real Madrid who could only draw away to Rayo Vallecano now leads Barcelona by three points. Villarreal is third two points behind, and Atletico is in fourth spot. Only Girona of the bottom teams won, and Oviedo and Levante hold up the league.
In France’s Ligue 1 all four top teams won again and after twelve rounds PSG leads Marseille and Lens by two points with Strasbourg a further three points behind in fourth place. At the bottom of the league Metz have won their last three games and Auxerre in last place look to be in trouble.
Worlds Cup Qualifying matches are on this weekend so there will be no European league games.
Quote of the Week
Is from David Moyes manager of Everton. “Did we miss out on a lot of targets? No. Was it disappointing? No.”
Ayr Juniors Celebrate Standout Season with Award
The Ayr Golf Club capped off its junior season with an energetic end-of-year breakup and presentation afternoon, drawing families, new faces and plenty of young golfers to the course. Juniors mixed across the three, six and nine-hole groups, giving players the chance to partner with friends they don’t usually compete alongside.
The day marked the final junior meeting of the year, drawing a close to another successful year for junior golf at the club. The club praised all juniors for a strong season, including those who travelled for inter-club events.
2025 AWARD WINNERS
Monthly Medal Winners
• 3 Holes: Zade Keating
• 6 Holes: Tyler Smith & Pia Mauro
• 9 Holes: Kyle Wilkie
Putting Champions
• 3 Holes: Opie McKeough
• 6 Holes: Evelyn Mahoney
• 9 Holes: Oscar Mahoney
9-Hole Gross Champion
• Oscar Mahoney
9-Hole Nett Champion
• Kyle Wilkie
Most Improved Golfer Overall
• Pia Mauro
Encouragement Award
• Dayne Weston
Tara’s Award for Consistency in Coaching
• Pia Mauro & Maxx Tannock
Most Improved (Rundown)
• Fletcher Sgroi
• Harvey Mauro
• Lyla Land
• Heather Smart
GOLF
Giru Makes a Splash at 2025 Carnival
Continued from back cover
SWIMMING
Age Champions were announced across each division, with Thomas and Milla from Giru taking out the 9 Boys and 9 Girls titles. Stirling from Osborne and Yolanda from Jarvisfield claimed the 10 Boys and 10 Girls honours, while the 11 Boys division saw a joint win for Kobi of Kalamia and Jacob of Osborne. Jorja from Jarvisfield secured the 11 Girls title, and in the 12s, Reece of Brandon and Isabella of Giru were named champions.
The event ran efficiently, with tight races, steady volunteer support and strong school turnout. Kalamia State School coordinated the tuckshop, which kept swimmers and staff well supplied throughout the day.
The carnival delivered a clear showcase of participation, friendly rivalry and student achievement across the Burdekin’s small schools.
Junior Cricketers Impress
in Home Hill Weekend Matches
Home Hill’s young cricketers delivered another strong showing at the Nutrien Ag Solutions Cricket Complex, with solid performances across both the Blue and Gold groups.
In the Blue Group, tight bowling set the tone early. Fielders supported well, with run-outs to Mazlyn Smith and Royce Cohen. Batting proved difficult, with Kyle
Wilkie the only player to register runs before being bowled by Cohen shortly after hitting a four. Mitchell Patti, Henry Cohen, and Jake Cullen all retired not out.
Cullen produced the standout bowling figures of the match, sending down two maidens and taking 1/0. Wilkie followed with 1/1, while Patti collected 1/5. For his patient batting and economical bowling,
Mitchell Patti received the McDonald’s Sports Award.
In the Gold Group, Marshall Parker dominated with a commanding all-round display. Parker struck 31 not out, including four fours and a six, and claimed 2/2 with the ball. Oliver Calligaro added an important 19 runs with three fours to help secure the win.
Bowling contributions also came from Mark Wilkie
Ben Watkins (1/6), Xavier Cross
and Rylan Nicholaides (1/9). Parker’s efforts earned him the McDonald’s Sports Award, completing a strong weekend across both junior groups.
(1/1),
(1/7)
Marshall & Mitchell rec lived awards for their outstanding performances on the day. Photo supplied
Burdekin’s Small Schools Make Waves at Ayr Pool
The 2025 Burdekin Small Schools Swimming Carnival brought ten schools to the Ayr Pool on Saturday for a full program of racing and junior water activities.
Airville, Brandon, Clare, Giru, Gumlu, Jarvisfield, Kalamia, Maidavale, Millaroo and Osborne State Schools fielded students aged 9 to 13 in 50-metre and 25-metre freestyle, breaststroke and back-
stroke events, along with the 50-metre butterfly. Younger students, aged eight and under, spent the day rotating through sponge relays and water-park games.
Giru State School claimed the Overall Average Winner trophy after a consistent showing across all events, while Clare State School earned the Spirit Award for its enthusiasm and strong support from the sidelines.
