Camden Haven News Of The Area 03 OCTOBER 2025

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By Sue STEPHENSON

THEIR schoolyard days may be over but Camden Haven High School’s Year 12 Class of 2025 is firmly focused on the upcoming High School Certificate (HSC).

The students’ achievements were celebrated at their graduation on Thursday 25 September ahead of their official “study holiday”.

Deputy Principals Deb Gilbert and Sharon Westman shared with the school community that they were “proud of each and every one” of the students, noting that their next few weeks were likely to be more “study” than “holiday”.

“The HSC exams are just

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Changing of the guard at CHHS

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around the corner and we wish them focus, resilience and just the right amount of caffeine,” they said.

Written exams start on Thursday 16 October and end on 7 November.

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The students can then look forward to their Year 12 Formal on 25 November followed by the anxious wait for the release of their HSC results on 18 December.

The graduation ceremony also featured the handover of student leadership positions.

FADs back in action

FISH Aggregating Devices (FADs) have now been deployed along the state’s coastline, giving recreational fishers a better chance of landing a catch this Spring and Summer.

Twenty of the GPS-tracked floating buoys have been anchored to the ocean floor between northern Sydney and Tweed Heads, with a further 14 to be deployed along the coast to Eden over the coming month.

Locally, FADs can be found off Laurieton, Crowdy Head and Port Macquarie.

Their coordinates and depth, along with the Code of Conduct for FAD fishing, can be found on the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) website at dpi.nsw.gov.au/fishing/ recreational/resources/fish-aggregatingdevices.

Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said the FADs ensure that “fishing remains accessible, sustainable and

enjoyable for everyone”.

"FADs not only attract fish but also boost coastal tourism and support local businesses - a win-win for fishers and regional communities alike,” Ms Moriarty said.

Monitoring by DPIRD has shown that mahi mahi (also known as dolphinfish) are the most common species found around FADs, representing 95 percent of the catch.

The devices remain in the water until early winter, when they are retrieved for routine maintenance, including cleaning and checks of the GPS systems, anchors, chains and ropes.

Recreational fishers are encouraged to stay informed about FAD locations, deployment updates, and responsible fishing practices via the FishSmart app.

Fishers are also reminded to check the latest marine weather forecasts before heading offshore and ensure they have all the safety gear required for boating.

Kurt Northover and Hayley Smith were introduced as the captains of CHHS for 2026, while Grace Donovan and Claire Whitelaw are Vice Captains.

“In the months ahead, we look forward to the positive and exciting initiatives that our new student leaders will bring to the school.”

Term 4 resumes on Tuesday 14 October.

Nominations open for Citizen of the Year

PORT Macquarie-Hastings Council has opened nominations for the 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards, which celebrate individuals, groups and organisations.

There are three award categories. These are:

- Citizen of the Year: recognising individuals making an outstanding contribution to the local community.

- Young Citizen of the Year: celebrating young people aged 16–25 who lead with passion and inspire others through their actions.

- Community Spirit Award: for individuals, groups or organisations that bring people together, foster connection, and strengthen community spirit.

Mayor Adam Roberts said the region is full of extraordinary people, be they volunteers, mentors, community leaders or quiet achievers.

“These awards are a wonderful opportunity to recognise and thank them for their contributions,” he said.

Nominations close on Sunday 9 November.

Details can be found on Council’s website at: pmhc.nsw.gov.au/Residents/ Community-support/Citizen-of-the-YearAwards.

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members and Marine Rescue Camden Haven volunteer Vic Pisani.

“This is such a special day for us,” Tony said.

“The flags are such a critical part of surf rescue.

“Where we put those flags is the

spot on the beach.”

The club also considers them a symbol of

to all who visit “our beautiful coastline.”

Patrol members had the honour of raising the flags after a symbolic march from the clubhouse to the beach.

At the same time, representatives from the Camden Haven joined Wauchope-Bonny Hills and other regional clubs at Macksville-Scotts Head for the Mid North Branch’s official season launch.

Branch President Rod McDonagh ESM praised volunteers for their commitment.

“Last summer our volunteers took nearly 3500 preventative measures,” he said.

“They clocked more than 20,000 patrol hours, which is no small feat.”

Mr McDonagh said Nippers provides a vital pathway for the future of surf life saving.

“Young members gain surf awareness, CPR and rescue skills, while enjoying beach activities.

“With almost 150,000 visitors to our beaches last summer, and more expected this season, their role is

q The Camden Haven and Wauchope Bonny-Hills clubs were represented at the Mid North Coast Branch’s official launch at Macksville-Scotts Head. Photo: CHSLSC.

essential.”

Member for Oxley Michael Kemp implored beachgoers not to make the job of surf lifesavers any harder than it needed to be.

“We’re so lucky to have

such a beautiful coastline and amazing surf, but it’s our volunteer lifesavers who make it safe for all of us to enjoy,” he said.

“They generously give up their own time to protect our community.

“This summer, let’s do our bit too and swim between the flags, listen to the lifeguards, wear sunscreen and make the most of our incredible beaches.”

Lake Cathie community mourns the loss of Duncan

By Rachael THORPE

IF you drove past Club Lake Cathie this week you may have wondered why the flag was flying at half-mast.

Members, staff and the Lake Cathie community are mourning the loss of club mascot “Duncan”, the much-loved pet of local

Wilfred Taylor.

“Technically he was the offspring of a black labrador and a groodle,” Wilfred said when asked about Duncan’s breed.

“But really, he was just a big, hairy dog.

“He came from a litter of six and I first saw him when he was four weeks old.

“I didn’t choose him, he chose me.”

Club staff member Jemma Peters said Duncan was “extremely clever and very road smart”.

“He even knew to walk around the bowling green, not on it.”

For many years Duncan had a duck as his best mate, appropriately named “Duck Duck”.

Wilfred, Duncan, and Duck Duck were well known in the area and regulars at the club; all three had their own membership cards.

Duncan was also a favourite of the local postman.

The furry giant learned that if he brought the mail

inside once it was delivered, he would receive a treat from Wilfred.

Duncan quickly learned to bring the mail in one piece at a time to maximise the number of treats he was given.

One of his more unusual skills was being able to open a pistachio with his teeth, spit out the shell and eat the nut.

Sadly, Duncan developed cancer, and after ten-and-a-half years of devoted companionship to Wilfred he has crossed the rainbow bridge to join his old friend Duck Duck.

q Wilfred Taylor and Duncan.

Recovery continues four months on

By Pauline CAIN

FOUR months after the devastating May floods on the Mid North Coast there is still a lot of work to do.

Susie George, Executive Director Regional Delivery with the NSW Reconstruction Authority, was on the ground in Nambucca Heads, Kempsey and Taree last week.

”The focus now is on getting out to people through a series of community events

to make sure we don’t leave anyone behind,” she said.

“We have been catching up with local councils and providing support with emergency works where we can.

“More than 14,500 residents have recently visited our recovery centres on the Mid North Coast and in the Hunter.

“Thirty-seven tonnes of waste has been cleared.

”Councils are working

hard (in the flood recovery effort) and the Reconstruction Authority have been supporting them with communication, transport and infrastructure.”

The recovery process is continuing to support individuals with rental assistance, home repair grants and a housing package which is facilitating accommodation options for farmers to remain on their properties.

“We are listening to feedback and are keen to help people who may still need help to complete grant applications,” Ms George said.

“Some of these grants are still available until November.

“Recovery is a long and frustrating journey and some are only now coming forward for support.

“We want to make sure that each individual gets the support they requireso please make contact if you need extra help with grants or with mental health support.”

Snake mating season

By Sue STEPHENSON

A BROWN snake stretched across the pathway on Oxley Beach, another sliding across the dunes of the North Shore and a red-bellied black snake heading towards Lighthouse Beach at the entrance to the camel rides; all signs that we’re heading into snake mating season.

Stuart Johnson of Reptile Solutions told News Of The Area that male snakes are now on the move looking for a mate while the females are busy feeding as they get ready to incubate.

“This week’s been the busiest so far,” he said.

“Usually by around September things get more active as temperatures

increase.”

Most of his call-outs have been to relocate brown snakes, red-bellies and pythons.

“I’ve just been out to Huntingdon for a large healthy male red-bellied black snake, around 1.5m to 1.6m.

“I’ve seen quite a few in good condition. They’ve had more to feed on than normal.”

Stuart confirmed that two dogs and two red bellies recently died after getting into separate fights in Wauchope.

However, he said snakes tend to stay clear of humans.

Last week, Mimi Dickens shared photos of a red-bellied black snake making its way through the long grass near the camel rides entrance to Lighthouse Beach.

Stuart said red bellies tend to prefer drier areas with brown snakes more commonly found close to the dunes.

He said he has never heard of Death Adders in the dunes of local beaches, contrary to some comments on social media, while Tiger Snakes are more likely to be found in the tablelands and high altitude areas like Gingers Creek and Elands.

There are around 13

species of snake in the Hastings area and many are misidentified.

These include the juvenile eastern brown, the Stephens’ banded snake and the roughscaled snake.

All three are highly venomous.

If you need to identify a snake, go to the Australian Snake Identification, Education and Advocacy (ASIEA) website or social pages.

If you need to relocate one, firstly avoid it, then call a qualified snake catcher.

Port Macquarie-Hastings Council warns that the warmer weather will bring an increase in sightings.

A spokesperson said, “We recommend people

remain vigilant around our parks, gardens, reserves and open spaces, and other popular recreational areas where children and dogs are present.

Wauchope residents call for action on youth crime

By Rikki WALLER

WAUCHOPE residents are urging police to respond to ongoing youth crime in the area following multiple calls to Triple Zero (000) allegedly falling on deaf ears.

“Crime is being ignored in Wauchope, and residents are tired,” Wauchope local Amy Murphy told News Of The Area.

“Residents in Bain Street, Walters Street, Waugh Street, and James Street are getting tired of a group of teenagers, who are well known to the police, running feral and damaging their property.“

Between 15-18 September, Amy alleges that approximately 40 calls were made to 000 by locals following concerns of a teen boy riding a dirt bike at high speeds during school pick-up.

The young man was reportedly doing wheelies and other dangerous stunts

in the street, causing noise disturbances and leaving residents scared to leave their homes.

Concerns grew as the young rider narrowly missed colliding with multiple children as they walked home from school.

“Several residents called Triple Zero as they were watching him and waiting for their own children to come home from school,” said Amy.

“On Thursday afternoon, the police never arrived to investigate; they only sent links to the callers for them to upload security footage, videos and photos they managed to get.”

When presented with Amy’s concerns, a spokesperson for NSW Police told News Of The Area, “Police continue to see instances of illegal trail bike offences throughout the Mid North Coast – including the Wauchope area – and

as a result have increased taskings of known ‘hot-spots’ of illegal trail-bike riding.

“Reckless behaviour by riders will not be tolerated by police, and riders breaking the law should expect police action in the form of infringements, charges, license suspensions or bike seizures.”

Residing in Wauchope for the past seven years, Amy is often home as she is the full-time carer to her two sons, both of whom have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

“I have noticed a higher number of teens pretending to walk to school, and then 20 minutes later walking back in the direction they have come,” said Amy.

“Or they come out later in the day yelling and screaming at each other, setting off all of the neighbourhood dogs.”

During the evening, residents report experiencing threatening yelling and screaming from behind the safety of their front doors into the early hours.

“They have broken into cars, houses, keyed cars, let down air in car tyres, and they have destroyed products from one of the local bakeries; they have threatened people's lives,” Amy said.

After 12 Triple Zero calls were placed on the morning of Saturday, 20 September, following teens allegedly riding their bikes closely together at high speeds and targeting residents, a highway patrol officer finally arrived to speak with those concerned.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t the action they were hoping for.

“The residents who spoke to the highway patrol officer were informed that the police were simply too busy to attend, and the Triple Zero calls were marked in their system as a low priority, and that he would hang around for a while and keep watch,” Amy said.

The perceived lack of action from police has Amy and her neighbours considering leaving town.

“Some residents are

considering selling their family homes and moving,” Amy said.

“Those who are renting and are in the financial position to move, have already begun looking for new properties.”

A spokesperson for NSW Police said the law enforcement agency is continually working to improve response times.

“The safety of the community is the first priority of the NSW Police Force, and we continually strive to exceed community expectations in our customer service delivery, which includes response times,” the spokesperson said.

Numerous factors can affect urgent response times including the number of urgent calls, distance of required travel, traffic congestion, weather events, and peak periods.

Response times may also be impacted when higher-risk situations, such as domestic violence or lifethreatening incidents, are given priority

“Every Police District Commander is accountable for meeting the individual target response time for their district based on their First Response Agreements,

which are benchmarked on international standards,” the spokesperson added.

NSW Police maintains regular operations targeting youth crime are being conducted throughout the district, including initiatives like Operation Soteria.

“Last weekend, six juveniles were arrested and dealt with under the Young Offenders Act during an Operation Soteria Surge on the Mid North Coast,” the spokesperson said.

“During the same operation, 35 traffic infringement notices were issued to a range of riders and drivers, and 10 bail compliance checks were conducted on known youths.

“These operations are regularly held on the Mid North Coast and will continue.”

Anyone with information about the illegal use of motorbikes on the Mid North Coast is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving where lives are at risk should contact Triple Zero (000) immediately. Reports assist police with ongoing investigations and future taskings.

Funding windfall for community organisations

REGIONAL

returned

The

This year’s $98,000 in funding

will support a wide range of local causes, from sporting clubs and schools to health services and grassroots charities.

Regional Australia Bank

CEO David Heine said the event highlights the strength of the mutual sector.

“Through the Community Partnership Program this year, we donated around 13 percent of our profits back into communities,”

Mr Heine said.

“That compares with an average of 0.6 percent from

the big four banks, and around five percent from other mutuals. “It shows the scale of impact a member-owned

bank can deliver when people choose to bank for their community.”

Last year the CPP returned

Businesses dive into digital future

By Sis HIGGINS

PORT Macquarie-Hastings businesses turned out in force for Digital Deep Dive, the region’s premier digital innovation event on Tuesday 23 September.

The day-long program delivered information and professional guidance, with 15 local business leaders delivering talks, demonstrations, and workshops, founded and hosted by Ollie Brooke of Cloud Concepts Web Development and officially opened by Mayor Adam Roberts.

Cr Roberts commented on the clear benefits of upskilling in digital literacy and how its adoption by the local business community

more than $2.79 million to over 2,300 organisations across regional Australia.

represented a significant competitive advantage for the region.

He was excited to see how this event proceeds with the full support from the Council.

Founder and host Ollie Brooke said, “We’re delivering real, practical digital tools and insights to the Mid North Coast; the kind that drive growth, resilience, and leadership in a digitalfirst world.

“The goal [is] to help business owners and operators develop a better understanding of the how and the what of digital technology in 2025 and beyond.

“Bringing together some of the region's leading players in those spaces, as well as business leaders who are practitioners at various levels

of engagement, the aim is to showcase what is possible, how others are doing things, and to foster a shared community-based learning model.”

Topics ranged from digital marketing and cybersecurity to AI adoption and systems optimisation.

Presenters included local business leaders, lawyers, IT specialists, marketers, and entrepreneurs from across the Mid North Coast.

The event emphasised connection as much as knowledge.

Attendees commented that the learning was invaluable, the sessions were highly informative, and the knowledge sharing was fantastic, all of which enables local businesses to grow.

*The author was part of the Branding and Marketing Panel at Digital Deep Dive.

Fishing heats up for the Long Weekend

By Kate SHELTON

WITH the fantastic weather for the school holidays and long weekend, local and visiting anglers have great opportunities across the beautiful Mid North Coast region.

In the Port Macquarie area, game fishing anglers have been targeting striped marlin with success. Hopefully we will be in for a bumper upcoming season on the inshore black marlin.

Snapper remain active but require more effort, with anchoring and burling proving effective.

Kingfish have been plentiful around Trag Rock and Crescent Head.

You could almost always guarantee a feed by fishing the flathead grounds in around fifty metres of water. In the Hastings River, fishing off the breakwalls is the pick of locations, producing some nice bream, with mullet strips proving to be the most effective bait.

Meanwhile, Settlement Point and Limeburners are yielding flathead, along with some terrific, hardfighting trevally in the canals.

Moving south, Lake Cathie is currently thriving.

The abundance of prawns and bait is benefiting predatory fish, with flathead and whiting numbers now flourishing.

Further south in the Camden Haven area, a few stubborn drummer and luderick remain on offer off the rocks, with Crowdy and Diamond Head worth a look, using cunjevoi and prawns as bait.

Evenings around Perpendicular Point have also produced nice bream and the occasional tailor.

Beach fishing remains strong, especially at Grants Beach and Bonny Hills for bream and whiting.

Finally, mulloway activity seems to be more consistent, with good reports coming from Grants Beach at North Haven with most fish between legal size and ten kilos.

Heart of the Haven: Sheryl Barnett

By Chan ANSELL

SHERYL Barnett has long been a driving force in the Camden Haven and Port Macquarie communities.

Her passion for helping others extends far beyond her professional work, focusing especially on supporting women facing breast cancer.

“Being involved in the local community helped others as well as my own work,” Sheryl said.

“Plus, there’s such a buzz in knowing you can make a difference.”

Growing up in the region, she was inspired by the closeknit community and a desire to contribute positively through volunteering and local projects.

Over the years, Sheryl has worn many hats in the community.

She has been involved with the Chamber of Commerce, and helped run the Wauchope Lasiandra Festival for many years.

She also participates in the Mother’s Day Classic and volunteers with Encore Programs, offering guidance and companionship to women with breast cancer.

“It’s such a great feeling knowing that giving some of your time will help others and bring people to the area, which in turn helps other businesses or organisations where funds are needed,” she said.

One of Sheryl’s proudest contributions is her ongoing support for women with breast cancer.

Over the past 20 years, she has helped countless women regain confidence and feel supported through social lunches every four to six weeks.

Looking ahead, she is planning a Women’s Sharing and Information Day on 17 October at Westport Club, aimed at providing practical advice and peer support for anyone affected by breast cancer.

“Looking after ladies with breast cancer has been so rewarding,” Sheryl said.

“It’s amazing to see them connect, share experiences, and know they’re not alone.”

Sheryl hopes to continue growing social support and awareness over the coming year.

“I want to keep giving support and help to ladies with breast cancer, and to let people know we have some amazing professional services and help right here in the area,” she said.

She also hopes to expand initiatives, including a potential Women’s Information Day in Camden Haven in 2026.

Through her hard work and dedication, Sheryl really shows how much of a difference one person can make – building support networks, creating connections, and bringing people together for the good of the community.

Clocks forward this Sunday

DAYLIGHT saving for 2025 starts at 2am AEST on Sunday, 5 October.

Clocks are moved forward by one hour to 3am, giving you more daylight in the evening.

Changing your clocks can affect your sleep and daily routine.

The NSW Government offers the following tips to adjust easily:

• Gradual bedtime changes: adjust your bedtime by 15 minutes each night before the change to help your body transition smoothly.

• Adjust your clocks before bed: to kickstart your day and avoid any timing issues, set your watch and household clocks that don't automatically update overnight to the new time before you go to bed.

• Maximise morning light: get outside in the morning to help reset your body clock.

• Stay consistent: keep your sleep schedule consistent to avoid disruption.

B2B proves a ‘showcase’ event

By Sue STEPHENSON

A SPECTACULAR sunrise marked the start of another gruelling but successful Beach to Brother trail running festival, which has left even the most exhausted competitor vowing to return.

Over 450 participants took part in the showcase event last Sunday 28 September.

Member for Port Macquarie Rob Dwyer counted down the start for around 200 marathon and relay runners who set off

from Town Beach at dawn, aiming to reach the top of North Brother Mountain in Laurieton within seven hours.

Other events included the half-marathon, and the 10km and 5km runs.

The event supports Hastings Little Wishes, a local charity for the families of children with a serious illness.

Dr Kristian Prados from the event’s sponsor Coast Cardiology, praised how it was run.

“I think the organisers

Mick and Shaz Maher have done a really great job,” he said.

“We’re really grateful that they started this nine years ago. It’s been an awesome event.”

Next year marks the tenth anniversary of the Beach to Brother and many of the weekend’s competitors are already planning their return.

Blayne Mcghee said it was “one of the hardest things I’ve done… I can’t wait to go again next year”.

Amber McCallum said, “It’s a tough event but it’s a

special one.”

This year’s winners were as follows.

- The Tarkine 42K: Vladimir Shatrov, 03:33:57.

- Enriched Health Care 42K relay: Too Scott To Handle, 03:40:05.

- Hammer Nutrition 21K: Chris Noble, 01:55:58.

- Men & Women at Work 10K: Trent Alley, 00:55:40.

- Busways 5K: Hunter Pociask, 00:40:35.

For full results, go to https://www. beachtobrother.com.au/ results/.

Billabong Zoo ‘Business of the Year’

By Pauline CAIN

PORT Macquarie’s Billabong Zoo achieved outstanding recognition at the 2025 Mid North Coast Regional Business Awards, taking out four major categories and receiving a standing ovation.

The awards, which celebrate business excellence between Coffs Harbour and Forster, were held at Sails Port Macquarie.

Billabong Zoo was named Business of the Year and also won in the Excellence in Large Business and Outstanding Visitor Experience categories.

Koala Keeper Kelsie Redman was named the “Outstanding Employee” of the year.

Co-owner Mark Stone said Kelsie had become one of the most recognisable and beloved faces of Billabong Zoo.

“[She is] known for her deep expertise in koala husbandry, her role in the zoo’s world-renowned Koala Breeding Centre and her ability to inspire and educate visitors of all ages.

“Kelsie embodies everything Billabong Zoo stands for: dedication,

compassion and the drive to make a difference.

“She is an inspiration to her colleagues and a role model for future conservationists.”

The Stone family said they were “extremely surprised” by the scale of their success and credited all their “tireless and hardworking staff”.

Mr Stone also expressed his gratitude for being part of such an “outstanding community of tourism

operators” and highlighted the importance of “locals supporting locals”.

The zoo earned its place in the regional finals after its success in the Wauchope and Hinterland Business Awards.

It will now represent the Mid North Coast at the State Business Awards.

“Winning at the regional level is a tremendous honour.

“We look forward to showcasing the Mid North Coast at the State Awards

and continuing to shine a spotlight on the importance of conservation, education, and tourism in our community.”

Other Greater Port Macquarie winners included:

- Outstanding Business Leader – 21+ Employees: Sunette Opperman, MBC Recruitment

- Outstanding Community Organisation: Garden Village Port Macquarie

- Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion: Dr Kristy, Port Medical Aesthetics Clinic

- Employer of Choice – 21+ Employees: Linked

Piper named Stingrays Head Coach

CHRIS Piper has been named Head Coach of the Laurieton Hotel Stingrays for 2026.

Announcing his appointment, the Rays said they know he will play an integral role in their future success.

“We know Chris is exactly what the club needs,” President Jarryd “Kiwi” Gaskin said.

“Not only does he bring with him extensive knowledge and experience gained throughout his

playing career, but his true strength lies in his ability to inspire those around him.

“We know he will bring out the best in our players, both on and off the field, fostering a sense of belief, resilience, and unity that will drive the Rays to success.”

Piper’s impressive track record includes:

- Playing in multiple Grand Finals, including victories in two Group 2 First Grade Premierships with Macksville and appearing in

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to-back premierships in 2023/24.

In a game of twists and turns the Raiders’ Ollie Nosworthy was first to cross the tryline, with a successful conversion from Blake Wells giving Lake Cathie a 6-0 lead.

four Group 3 Grand Finals (two wins with the Port City Breakers and one with the Mustangs).

• Receiving Group Player of the Year - twice. Once with the Breakers and once with the Mustangs.

• Competing in three Koori Knockout Grand Finals, winning two and twice being named Player of the Tournament.

• Winning five smaller Koori Knockouts.

• Playing three seasons

in the Queensland Cup with the Tweed Seagulls.

Piper, whose son Cuban also joined the Stingrays this year, said he’s been encouraged by the “remarkable sense of community, support, and family connection that defines this club.”

Meantime, the club’s annual general meeting is coming up on 19 October at 2pm at the Laurieton Hotel. All committee positions will be open for election.

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Kendall.

Long then crossed the line for his second, converted again by Chapman to give the Blues a 6-12 lead.

Ollie Nosworthy grounded his second try of the day minutes later, before another successful conversion evened the scoreline.

With the sides locked at 12-12 at the half-time interval, the Raiders were first to draw blood in the second stanza,

A show of speed from Ryan Long earned the Blues their first try of the game, which was converted by Jack Chapman to even the scores.

q Minor premiers the Lake Cathie Raiders fell agonisingly short after an incredible season.

with Dane Hill going over the line for Lake Cathie.

The score now 18-12, the Blues’ Taylor Eggins soon barged over for four points, allowing the unflappable Jack Chapman to restore parity with another successful conversion.

It was soon the Blues’ turn to take the lead, with the classy Ryan Long breaking

from the half-way line to score a top-class individual try - his third of the game.

Another Chapman conversion gave his side a 2418 lead.

The lead was then extended by Taylor Eggins’ second try of the day, before Chapman kicked his fifth conversion to extend the scoreline to 30-18 in favour of

Hastings District Rugby League described the game as an “epic battle between the two leading teams throughout the season”.

Hastings District Rugby League Trophy Winners 2025:

Minor Premiers 2025 - Bun Hayward Cup: Lake Cathie Raiders.

Highest Try Scorer 2025: Sam Ylias, Kendall Blues.

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Modern villa in an attractive block of three. Located at the end of an in-town cul-de-sac, easy walking to the central Laurieton shopping and all recreation facilities. Two generous bedrooms, open plan lifestyle, internally accessed garage. Fully ducted reverse cycle air conditioning. Cozy, private outdoor living area. Very secure and a quiet location.

Sale $617,500 INSPeCTION

Saturday 11.30am - 12.00noon

Mark Whatson 0418 652 213

North Haven

Unrepeatable opportunity in an unsurpassed North Haven location. Level corner block enclosing 538 m2. This block is completely out of flood reach. Walk to the riverfront, beach, the North Haven shopping strip and the Bowling Club. Some small glimpses of the river from the upper level. Configured as two, two bedroom flats. Great view from upstairs. Offers invited.

Sale $690,000 INSPeCTION

Saturday 10.30am - 11.00am

Mark Whatson 0418 652 213

This location is always highly sought after. Two streets “up the back of town” from Laurieton CBD, within easy walking. Number two in a block of four villas. Open plan living, plenty of natural light. Three built-in bedrooms, Split-System reverse cycle air, step free front entry, plus entry via garage with powered door. Paved rear courtyard, Second WC in laundry.

Discover coastal serenity

553 Ocean Drive, North Haven Offers Invited

TUCKED away in one of North Haven’s most picturesque pockets, 553 Ocean Drive presents a rare opportunity to embrace the quintessential Camden Haven lifestyle.

This charming two-bedroom, onebathroom cottage offers uninterrupted views of the stunning Camden Haven River, delivering a frontrow seat to nature’s finest moments.

From the moment you arrive, the tranquil setting and natural beauty of the location set the tone for a relaxed coastal experience.

Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee on the front porch or watching the sunrise dance across the water, this property invites you to slow down and savour the serenity.

Inside, the cottage is warm and welcoming, with a functional layout designed to maximise natural light and airflow.

The open-plan living and dining area flows seamlessly to the front of the home, where large windows frame the river views like living artwork.

Two comfortable bedrooms, a wellmaintained bathroom, and a single car garage complete the essentials, making this an ideal retreat for downsizers, holidaymakers, or savvy investors.

The location is unbeatable.

Just moments from the beach, breakwall, cafés, retail outlets, health care and local amenities, 553 Ocean Drive places you at the heart of everything

By Manny WOOD

From helping hand to property grab

HELENA lived on her rural property for decades with her partner, Lionel.

Together, they worked the land and built their home.

When Lionel’s health declined, Helena took on the role of his full-time carer.

A combination of caring duties, Lionel’s advancing age and her constant worry over finances left Helena exhausted and struggling to keep up with the payment of expenses.

When Lionel passed away, Helena became the sole owner of the property.

With no children and few surviving relatives, Helena was left to face everything on her own.

At that time, two friends and neighbours, Stephen and his wife Mariette, stepped in with what they presented as a solution. They drafted an agreement which said that in exchange for covering some repayments and expenses and assisting with some maintenance on the property, they would gain an immediate one-third interest in the property and the whole property after Helena’s death.

Helena recalled signing the document under financial strain and without proper legal advice.

What was framed as help with debts, in reality, tied up her most valuable asset and threatened to undermine the estate she intended to leave to her relatives.

When Helena later updated her Will, she included the property, intending it to be part of her estate.

Stephen and Mariette sought to enforce the agreement with the effect that the property would never form part of Helena’s estate, effectively contradicting her Will.

The Court found the agreement to be heavily one-sided.

The contributions Stephen and Mariette promised were modest compared to the benefit they were gaining.

The Court held that the agreement was unconscionable, given Helena’s age, financial stress and lack of advice when the agreement was signed.

The Court also pointed to the Contracts Review Act, which gives the Court the right to refuse to enforce agreements that are unjust.

On that basis, the agreement was set aside, the Woolgoolga property was confirmed to form part of Helena’s estate and would be distributed in line with her Will.

Thank you to Ellysha Laklem, for her assistance with this column.

This fictional column is not legal advice.

SPORTS

Intrepid swimmers take on inaugural Rainbow Gold Swim events

WAUCHOPE Bonny Hills Surf Life Saving Club held the inaugural Rainbow Gold Swim events at Rainbow Beach on Sunday, 28 September.

Organisers report that all events were a “great success”.

The weather was overcast with little to no wind as 79 intrepid swimmers set out over three swim distances, with 71 reaching the finish line.

The 2km event was won by James Hamblin from Port Macquarie in a time of 27:08 minutes, and the first female finisher was Kaitlin Jean from Byabarra in a time of 30:33 minutes.

Second and third places were won by Lachlan Hamblin from Port Macquarie and James Harwood from Armidale, and by Alison Joyce from Whoota and Laura Granfield from Port Macquarie, in the men’s and women’s events respectively.

In the 1km swim James Hamblin again took honours, with Thomas Crofton from Balgowlah Heights and Michael Fox from Duckenfield in second and third place.

Kaitlin Jean was again first female with a win in the 1km, and Millicent Crofton from Balgowlah Heights and Allison Joyce from Whoota took second and third place.

In the 400m Sarah Mitchell from Port Macquarie was first female finisher and Jayden McDonald from Hallidays Point was first male finisher, followed by Andrew Mitchel and David Trotter in second and third place.

DEAR Jasminda,

I've told my husband he is sometimes insensitive in his responses, but he doesn't seem to be able to change. Do you have any suggestions? He's great in every other respect.

Claudia Q.

Dear

Claudia,

Firstly, I offer my condolences regarding your husband's occasional insensitivity.

People can be brash or unthinking at times and it can be hard to handle.

Perhaps you could suggest to your husband that he run his responses through AI.

For example, imagine you are about to go out and you've put on some makeup at which point your husband says something like: 'What have you done to your face?'

Now, if he'd run that through AI, it would have given him a few more palatable options, such as, and I quote: 'Oh, you look different. Did you try something new with your makeup?' or … 'You did something with your makeup today, right? It's bold. Tell me about it' or … ‘Oh honey, you did not come to play -- you came to slay. I see it. I fear it. I support it.'

These responses could (potentially) make you feel better, but maybe not.

In fact if my husband replied with any of the above AI responses, I'd probably think he was having an affair. Not just any affair, but an affair with the lovechild of Liza Minnelli and Liberace.

It would also mean toning back on the usual retort, such as, 'At least I didn't brush my hair with the leg of a chair' or 'Mmmm. Shorts and boots. Interesting.'

Without concrete examples from you, it's hard for me to offer a more specific solution, but I've always found a withering stare is particularly effective in many situations.

Sometimes the less said, the better.

That may be a good message for your husband too.

KCC Ladies Golf Results

By Carolynne ROSE

24TH SEPTEMBER.

Kew Bowling Club

By Andrew RICHARDS

28th SEPTEMBER, 2025

The 40th Anniversary of Kew Bowling Club was celebrated with 80 people attending the event on Saturday. Bowlers from Comboyne, North Haven, Lake Cathie and Port City joined Kew bowlers to commemorate our 40th Birthday. Dignitaries attending included Robert Dwyer MP, Jim Henry (LUSC Senior VP), LUSC Board Members, and Mark Sharpe (President, Mid North Coast Bowls). Foundation members Barrie Isaac, Wendy Isaac, Margaret Watts and Joan Turnbull were in attendance.

The day started with 80 bowlers participating in a “spider”, which saw John Hilton take the prize. Everyone then enjoyed a game of triples, with both greens being full. A beautiful lunch was then served. Of course, there

Kew Country Club

Men’s Veterans Golf

By Laurie HAMILTON

RESULTS 29/09/2025

Kew Ladies Bowls

By Velvanie HARTAS

SATURDAY 27th

The Kew Bowling Club celbrated there 40th birthday. With morning tea,then games of bowls, followed by a lovely lunch.

It was a fun day and a Lake Cathie Bowling Club

By Suzanne MILES

TUESDAY, 23rd September, Ladies Social BowlsSusan Malzard, Nola Scott & Lynne Lawson/Skip - winners.

Ettie Watchorn, Roslyn

LUSC Thursday Mixed Bowls

By Warren BATES

It was an exceptionally beautiful morning to be part of LUSC Thursday bowls at our picturesque

LUSC Ladies Social Golf

By Carolynne ROSE

TUESDAY 30th

September. 17 Ladies played a stroke game of

23 Ladies played an 18hole Stableford.

SPORT RESULTS

Sinclair 30.

were a few speeches, with Barrie Isaac, Dave Napper, Charles Doyle and Robert Dwyer all helping members to relive the highlights of the past 40 years. Everyone then celebrated with a couple of drinks, enjoying the friendships established over the years.

In Wednesday Social Bowls, Jeff Wylie, Frank Raczka, and Barrie Isaac claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Henry Reynolds, Dave Harvey and Dave Jones. Voucher winners were Lyndsay Moran, Bruce Gornall, Neil

J Blackett 36 points, B2 L Von Holdt 33 on c/b. Place getters 4 L Hamilton 33, 5 Y Burnett 32 on c/b, 7 K Camilleri 32, J Staple3ton 31 c/b, 9 J hardy 31, 10 R

Dark and John Hilton.

The Quarter Finals of the Mens Major Pairs were played this week, with some spectacular games being played. Mick Ashford led Chicka Thompson 18-5, only to see Chicka winning the next 10 ends, with Chicka claiming victory 25-18. The results in the Quarter Final games were:

• Barrie Isaac def. Peter Hope 25-16

• Brett Irwin def. Ian Poole 25-5

• Terry Miles def. Jeff Wylie 25-18

• Chicka Thompson

Single Stableford – non graded Sponsored by Scott’s Bakehouse

56 Starters Winner – Howard

Grade A Winners W Middlebrook with 37 points. A2 S Warner 32 points. Grade B Winners good roll up of members ladies and men. We even had some members from other clubs,Port City, Comboyne, Lake Cathie, Northhaven.

A big thank you to all those who helped decorate the room and for organising a beautiful Birthday Cake.

Stone & Dorothy Lynch/ Skip - runners-up.

WEDNESDAY, 24th September, Social Open PairsGreg Dring & Paul Dovey - winners. Sharon & Ray Stokmanis - runnersup.

THURSDAY, 25th September, Men's Major

Kew Country Club. The staff at Kew deserve a shout-out for their constant efforts to make us feel so welcome – thank you. Although attendance was smaller than usual, all 32 bowlers who came out for the day had a wonderful time.

9 holes at Emerald Downs.

Div 1 Winner R Howard with 33 points nett, Runner up R McMurray 34.

Div 2 C Rose with 29 nett, J

Div 2 NPT R Sinclair, Div 3 D Haggett.

def. Mick Ashford 25-18

Hughes 38 Pts. C/B.

2nd – John Jokantas 38 Pts. C/B.

3rd – Chris Campbell

38 Pts.

4th – Peter Ragen 37

Tuesday 30th

Here we are again with 4 more Major Singles games played. And our Social Games we had 2 games playing.

Major Singles games Team 1. Doreen Barr

Pairs Club Championship

- semi-finalPaul McNamara & Paul Barry def. Graham Conan & John Davidson.

Men's Social TriplesRink 10 - Glynn Pickham, Russell Grunsell & Colin Jones.

Rink 8 - Brian Sloggett, John Morgan &

Competition was keen, with prizes going to Peter Raschke and Bob Constable, who collected the winning rink money. The runners-up rink prize went to Doug Bullock, Ray Pantlin, and Bob Ginivan. Bob Constable scored again

Braithewaite 30 points. 9 Cardies played back at KCC and overall winner was June Relf. Any ladies wishing to play social golf are very welcome.

points was M Russell, 2nd W Crozier 17, C Rose 16

L McMeeken (Ocean Grove G C) 15 c/b. K Eccleston 15 points. NTP C Rose.

The Semi Finals will see Barrie Isaac play Brett Irwin, and Chicka Thompson play Terry Miles. These games are scheduled for Sunday 12 October, commencing at 10am.

Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Friday Jackpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).

KCC Ladies Golf Results

By Carolynne ROSE

FRIDAY 26TH September

2025 10 Ladies played in a 9 hole Stableford comp and NTP 2nd shot.

Over all winners J Cotter 20 points on c/b. 2 M

Pts. C/B.

Ball Winners – Richard Kightley, 37, Dave Larcombe 37, Terry Hurst 36 & Neil NTP

9 Hole Comp. 11 ladies played in the 9-hole comp. Winner with 18 Stableford against Margaret Ashford. Team2.

Lorraine Clarke against Dee Squire's. Team 3.

Maree Cini against Kim Thompson. Team 4. Sue Hardwick against Rob Edwards.

Rink 9 - Bob Thorpe, Ray Downes & Keith Woods - Silver Medal.

FRIDAY, 26th

September, Scroungers & Skins Fun DayMarge - winner. Anne Wilson - runner-up.

SATURDAY, 27th September, Morning,

by picking up the major nomination sheet prize, while Leslie Faulstone was the minor nomination sheet winner.

Other winners included John O’Reilly, who won the Taste Bakehouse voucher, and our Christmas raffle

KCC Ladies Golf Results

By Carolynne ROSE

FRIDAY 26TH September 2025 10 Ladies played in a 9

Russell 20, 3 P Egan 20, and J Stapleton 17 c/b. NTP P Egan on hole 10. KCC Ladies Stableford, Saturday 27th Sept. 6 Ladies playing and Winner over all M Dawson37 points. 2 J Bevan31, 3 M Walton 30, 4 W Middlebrook 27 points. S Ward got a Birdie. NTP S Ward.

9th A Grade Peter Ragen, B Grade Phil McCarthy. C Grade Ron Rolfe.

10th A Grade Peter Ragen, B Grade Rob

Leonie Murphy. WINNERS WERE Team 1.

Margaret Ashford Team 2. Dee Squire's Team 3. Kim Thompson Team 4. Leonie Murphy. RUNNERS UP WERE

Ladies Social BowlsNo results to hand.

Men's Social Pairs, AfternoonRink 17 - Keith Woods & Steve Webster. Rink 18 - Neil Proctor & Gary Beves.

Men's Major Pairs Club Championship - Qtr. Final -

The results from Friday 25th and Saturday 26th will be in next weeks paper due to my absence this weekend. Team 1. Doreen Barr Team 2. Lorraine Clarke Team 3. Maree Cini Team 4. Sue Hardwick. There were some very close games but a good effort by all players.

Craig, C Grade Gavan Grayston. 12th A Grade Dave Larcombe, B Grade John Jokantas, C Grade Dennis Roth. q 40th Anniversary Celebration.

Gary Knox & Danny Murray def. Errol Shelley & Troy Eames. DIARY:   Classic Pairs Open, 10th October, another great day of Bowls.

NOTE: Umpire Group Monday, 29th at 10.00am, measuring on the greens.

winners: Phil Gibbs, Bob Ginivan, and George Butlin. It was also a big week for Birthday beer vouchers, which were collected by John Charlesworth, Brian Johnston, and Rod Barnett. Unfortunately, Gerry Ludford was absent and will have to wait another year to collect his. With so many birthdays in this week of September, it’s hard not to imagine that some may have been the result of Christmas presents that couldn’t be wrapped!

hole Stableford comp and NTP 2nd shot. Over all winners J Cotter 20 points on c/b. 2 M Russell 20, 3 P Egan 20, and J Stapleton 17 c/b. NTP P Egan on hole 10.

KCC Ladies Stableford, Saturday 27th Sept. 6 Ladies playing and Winner over all M Dawson37 points. 2 J Bevan31, 3 M Walton 30, 4 W Middlebrook 27 points. S Ward got a Birdie. NTP S Ward.

SUDOKU

CAMDEN HAVEN

Notice

EVANS Joan

22nd September 2025. Late of North Haven. Dearly loved wife of Tom. Adored mother of Michelle, Karen and their partners. Loving Nan to her grandchildren Melanie, Daniel, Michael, Steven and her great-grandchildren Ayerlie and Noah.

Aged 89 years

Privately cremated.

Funeral Service arrangements are entrusted into the care of: MARK G HAMMOND

Bold Street Laurieton, NSW 2443 Accredited Member FDA of NSW (02) 6559 5999

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BEST ON THE BOX

SATURDAY

BEYOND PARADISE

ABC TV, 7.30pm

Having left the sun-soaked shenanigans of Saint Marie behind, this Death in Paradise spin-off delves deeper into the lives of DI Humphrey Goodman and his fiancée Martha (Kris Marshall and Sally Bretton, both pictured) as they settle into her coastal Devonshire hometown. There’s still silly crime capers (case in point: this week, Goodman joins the local players to act out a murder mystery that turns out to involve a very real knife in the victim’s back), but the focus is on the characters’ personal narratives.

FRIDAY, October 3

6.00 Spicks

T. (Mav) A prominent barrister and his second wife are found shot dead in their home.

9.20 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson. 9.55 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.40 The Assembly. (PG, R) 11.25 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 12.25 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Rage. (PG)

7.05

Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. (Final) 7.55 Teen Titans Go! 8.05 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs.

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

SUNDAY

THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE BASED ON A PACK OF LIES

ABC TV, 9.05pm

Fifteen years after her husband, Rob (Sex Education pictured), vanished without a trace – along with her life savings and her parents’ retirement fund – Alice (Rebekah Staton) walks past him on the street. Alice soon discovers she’s not the only one Rob has fleeced… in fact, the conman has been operating all over the UK. While her charming cad of an exhusband sets about wooing his latest victim, widowed author Cheryl (Marianne Jean-Baptiste), Alice uses the tricks she learnt from him expose his scam. Marrying whimsy with dark humour, this revenge drama will have you falling for both sides of the story.

MONDAY THE AMAZING

RACE

AUSTRALIA: CELEBRITY

Energetic host Beau Ryan (pictured) always appears larger than life, but in Monday’s episode of the Race, the former NRL player takes it to another level, literally – appearing on a digital billboard above the streets of Taipei to direct the five remaining teams to their next challenge. From embracing local cuisine at the bustling markets to testing their gaming skills at an arcade and tracking down “techno dancing gods”, the teams’ Taiwanese adventure is a smorgasbord of traditional and nextgeneration cultural experiences in the crowded city. Exhaustion is beginning to set in, but there’s one final push for the pit stop.

7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGa, R)

8.25 Lost Temples Of Cambodia. (PG, R)

9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PG)

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (Malsv)

11.45 Rogue Heroes. (Malv, R)

2.00 Qatar: A Dynasty With Global Ambitions. (PGav, R)

3.00 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: Ticket To Paradise. (2022, Ml) A divorced couple team up and travel to Bali to stop their daughter from getting married. George Clooney, Julia Roberts. 10.45 Motorway Patrol. (PGl, R)

11.15 GetOn Extra.

11.45 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG, R) Presented by Chrissie Swan. 12.45 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) Georgina joins forces with an unlikely ally.

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Find My Country House Australia.

8.30 MOVIE: Expend4bles. (2023, MA15+alsv) A team of mercenaries tries to prevent World War III. Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone.

10.30 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (2017, MA15+alv, R)

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 9.35 Addams Family. 10.05 Bewitched. 10.35 Jeannie. 11.05 The West Wing. 12.05pm MOVIE: How To Find Forever. (2022, PG) 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

6.00 10 News+.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R)

7.30 The Dog House. (Return, PGa) A five-year-old girl considers a poodle-cross. 8.30 The Brighter Side. Looks at a loaded fries business that proves big dreams can start small. Matty J and Laura talk life and money. The team provides smart scam tips. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 10.00 10’s Late News. 10.25 10 News+. (R) 11.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

SATURDAY, October 4

brother Sputty is implicated in a murder. 10.30 I, Jack Wright. (Final, Mal, R) 11.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Bing. 6.05 Bananas In Pyjamas. 6.20 Peppa Pig. 6.25 Wiggle. 6.40 Shaun The Sheep. 6.45 Paddington. 7.00 Bluey. 6.40pm Bluey’s Big Play. 7.25 Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (Return) 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 11.05 Late Programs. 5.55am Numberblocks.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PGav)

8.25 75 Years At Longleat.

9.20 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication. (PGa, R)

10.20 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R)

11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R)

12.55 Murder On The Dancefloor.

1.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGl, R)

4.00 Life In Bloom. (PG, R)

5.15 France 24 Feature.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PGl) A deserving mum gets a makeover.

8.00 MOVIE: Die Hard 2. (1990, Mlv, R) A cop becomes involved in a hostage situation at an airport while waiting for his wife’s plane to arrive. Bruce Willis, Bonnie Bedelia, William Atherton.

10.30 MOVIE: The Jackal. (1997, MA15+lv, R) A jailed Irish sniper is hired by the FBI. Bruce Willis, Richard Gere. 1.00 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R)

3.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby Union. The Rugby Championship. Australia v New Zealand.

9.40 Test Rugby: Australia v New Zealand Post-Match.

10.30 MOVIE: Sharko: The Mark Graham Story. (2024, Mav)

12.00 Next Stop. (R)

12.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6am The Movie

Show. 6.35 Finding Your Feet. (2017, PG) 8.40 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (2002) 10.20 After Hours. (1985, M) 12.10pm Goodbye Lenin! (2003, M, German) 2.25 The Grass Harp.

SUNDAY, October 5

6.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Assembly. (PG) 8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal)

The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Premiere, M)

Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)

MOVIE: Love And Other Catastrophes. (1996, Md, R)

11.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)

12.25 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)

3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R)

3.30 The Art Of... (PG, R)

4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Bing. 6.05 Bananas In Pyjamas. 6.20 Peppa Pig. 6.25 Wiggle. 6.40 Shaun The Sheep. 6.45 Paddington. 7.00 Bluey. 7.15 Bluey’s Big Play. 8.05 Bluey. 7.30pm Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 MOVIE: My Freaky Family. (2024, PG) 9.05 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania. (2022,

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Nefertiti: To Whom Belongs This Beauty? (R)

8.30 Destination Ancient Rome. (PGa, R) An exploration of ancient Rome. 10.15 Kiss The Future. (Malv, R)

The story of the Siege of Sarajevo.

12.05 Humanity In Danger. (Premiere)

2.00 Auschwitz: The Hidden Traces. (Mavw, R)

3.00 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGl, R)

8.00 Andrew And Fergie: Duke And Duchess Of Excess. (Premiere) Examines the duke and duchess’s journey.

9.30 MOVIE: The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart. (2020, Ml, R) An exploration of the Bee Gees. Barry Gibb.

12.00 Miniseries: The Victim. (Mav, R)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

NBN News.

Grand Final Night.

Rugby League. NRL. Grand Final. Melbourne Storm v Brisbane Broncos.

NRL Grand Final Post-Match.

reveller falls 20 metres off a cliff, lifeguards cannot believe the state he is in. 7.00 Soccer. Australia Cup. Final. Heidelberg United FC v Newcastle Jets. 10.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open

MONDAY, October 6

6.00

6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Gladiators. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)

8.40 Railway Revolution: How Trains Shaped Our World. (Premiere)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Mayflies. (Mal, R)

11.55 The Allegation. (Mav, R)

2.30 Curious Traveller. (R)

3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Casablanca.

Continued. (1942, PG) 7.35 The Movie Show. 8.10

Sidonie In Japan. (2023, PG, French) 10.00 The Last Emperor. (1987, M) 1pm The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 3.05 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PG) 5.05 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 6.55 Where The Money Is. (2000, PG) 8.30 Bad Company. (1972) 10.15 November. (2022, M, French) 12.15am Late Programs.

TUESDAY, October 7

7.30. (R)

6am Children’s

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PGv)

8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point. (R)

11.30 Spies Of Terror. (Malv)

1.25 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (R)

2.30 Curious Traveller. (R)

3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Sidonie In Japan. (2023, PG, French) 7.50 The Movie Show. 8.25 Where The Money Is. (2000, PG) 10.00 Sing Street. (2016, M) Noon 20th Century Women. (2016, M) 2.10 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 3.55 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 6.15 First Cow. (2019, PG) 8.30 Unforgiven. (2013, MA15+, Japanese) 11.05 Iceman. (2017, MA15+, Rhaetic) 12.50am Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.00 The Rookie. (Madv) The team mobilises to locate a suspect. 10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav)

11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav) 12.00 The Great Diamond Heist. (PGa, R) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.10 Murder In A Small Town. (M) The team investigates when a body is found at a local wedding between members of two feuding families.

Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Brett’s new bond stirs buzz.

The Agenda Setters.

Pretty Hard Cases. (Madv) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

The Equalizer. (Return, MA15+v)

Transplant. (MA15+m, R)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Global Shop. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 9.10 Murder Down Under: The Toolbox Murders Pt 1. (MA15+adv)

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

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WEDNESDAY, October 8

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The People Vs Robodebt. (Final, Mal)

8.40 Great British Train Journeys From Above. (Premiere, PG)

9.35 Code Of Silence. (Malv)

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 COBRA. (Mal)

11.50 Freezing Embrace. (Mals, R)

1.35 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGav, R)

2.40 Curious Traveller. (R) 3.45 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Wallace And Gromit: A Grand Day Out. 9.40 Merlin. 10.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 RFDS. (Ma) Eliza second guesses herself.

8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (M) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG) Experts share advice on living well.

10.30 Chicago Fire. (Mas)

11.30 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGal)

12.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. (PGl) 8.35 Sydney 2000. Looks at the Sydney 2000 Olympics 25 years on. 10.05 The Grand Tour. (Ml) 11.20 9News Late.

THURSDAY, October 9

9.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R)

Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R)

ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Amazing Animal Friends. 10.05

6am Surf Patrol. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Harry’s Practice. 8.00 Million Dollar Minute. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s

6am Morning

Programs. 6.55 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PG, Italian) 8.45 First Cow. (2019, PG) 11.05 Bad Company. (1972) 12.50pm November. (2022, M, French) 2.50 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 4.50 Where The Money Is. (2000, PG) 6.25 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 8.30 The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+) 10.30 Heathers. (1988, MA15+) 12.30am Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. (R)

8.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. (Premiere)

9.40 Blue Lights. (Return)

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Davos 1917. (Mlv)

12.05 The Head. (MA15+a, R)

2.00 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGalv, R)

3.05 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

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10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Patient. 9.40 MOVIE: What We Do In The Shadows. (2014, M) 11.15 The Bloody Decade. 12.15am Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 The Movie Show. Noon WorldWatch. 12.30

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) David struggles to contain his anger.

8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+s) Jim Jefferies tells the story of the time he met and nearly killed his comedy idol John Cleese.

9.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) The teams head to Prague, but their train plans are soon thrown into chaos.

11.00 Gatecrashers.

12.00 Life. (Malsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Homicide. 1.35am Conversations. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Late Programs.

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6am Murder Party. Continued. (2022, PG, French) 6.40 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 8.40 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991, PG) 11.05 The Te$t. (2022, M, Spanish) 1.05pm Long Story Short. (2021, M) 2.50 First Cow. (2019, PG) 5.05 Mosley. (2019, PG) 6.55 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 8.30 The Thicket. (2024, M) 10.30 Master Gardener. (2022, M) 12.35am The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+) 2.35 Late Programs.

THE Kendall Blues have secured a rare “three-peat”, claiming victory in three consecutive Hastings District Rugby League grand finals.

Playing the Lake Cathie Raiders at Lake Cathie Sporting Complex on Saturday, 27 September, the Blues fought their way to an 18-30 win to secure the silverware once more.

The teams were neck and neck during the regular season, with the Raiders pipping the Blues to the minor premiership by one point.

The Raiders edged the sides’ Round 2 matchup, winning 24-16, before securing a big 34-10 win in Round 13.

The Blues know how to win however, taking out back-

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Brilliant Blues