Camden Haven News Of The Area 24 JULY 2026

By Rachael THORPE

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Marine Rescue issues winter boating warning

By Rachael THORPE

RICK

Stone, Deputy Unit

Commander of Marine Rescue Camden Haven, has an important safety message for boaties over the winter period.

“Weather can change quickly at this time of year and fog banks can roll in suddenly,” Deputy Unit Commander Stone said. “If you

have radar on your boat, make sure you know how to use it.

“People are less-inclined to go out boating when it’s cold, so this is a great time to carry out boat maintenance,” he said.

Engine issues are the leading cause of rescues, accounting for up to 40 per cent of callouts to Marine Rescue NSW.

Statistics from Marine Rescue

NSW show that the organisation’s volunteers completed 235 search and rescue missions across the state's waterways during June, safely returning 548 people to shore as demand for the service remained strong despite cooler weather.

Their volunteer radio operators managed 20,267 radio calls during June, including three

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Radio operators also monitored the safe return of 21,654 people on board 6,341 vessels that logged on with Marine Rescue NSW before heading out.

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers on the Mid North Coast experienced their busiest June on record, completing 35 search and rescue missions, while Marine Rescue Port Macquarie also experienced record demand, undertaking 16 rescue missions.

Relatively warmer water temperatures on the Mid North Coast mean hypothermia is not a huge concern, however DUC Stone cautioned that boat owners needed to be aware of whale migration, with the large mammals often displaying unpredictable movements.

He also emphasised the importance of regular maintenance routines and including gear such as life jackets in these.

Transport NSW requires that life jackets be serviced every 12 months and that the date of the service be recorded on the inside of the life jacket.

Marine Rescue Camden Haven is holding a safety information Day at Laurieton United Services Club on 15 August and a Base Open Day on 16 August.

Positive changes to end-of-life care

OLDER people with life-limiting illness should be able to receive the care they need at home, without their support being constrained by fixed funding and time restrictions, according to Ageing Australia and Palliative Care Australia (PCA).

The two peak bodies have welcomed a Senate Community Affairs References Committee recommendation to abolish the funding and time restrictions placed on the Support at Home End-of-Life Pathway and develop a flexible, clinically guided, needsbased model for end-of-life care at home.

Ageing Australia and PCA said the recommendation recognises that care at the end of life should be shaped around a person’s needs, not arbitrary limits or uncertain predictions about how long they may live.

Ageing Australia Chief Member Experience Officer Belinda Allen said older people and their families need certainty, flexibility and practical support when someone is nearing the end of life.

"At the end of life, people and families need care that can respond to their circumstances, not a model that puts arbitrary limits around support," Ms Allen said.

"Access to aged care at home should be based on a person's needs, not a prediction about how long they have left to live.

"Older people who want to remain at home at the end of life should be supported to do so wherever possible, with care that is clinically guided and responsive to their circumstances."

Ms Allen said a more flexible model would also help reduce pressure across the broader health and aged care systems.

"When people cannot access appropriate support at home, they are more likely to experience unnecessary hospital admissions and families are left trying to navigate a system that is not designed around their needs," Ms Allen said.

Palliative Care Australia National Policy Director Josh Fear said the recommendation was an important step towards fixing a fundamental flaw in the Pathway.

"The current model does not always work because access is tied to a time limit and a prognosis, rather than to a person’s care needs," Mr Fear said.

"That is a particular problem for people living with frailty, dementia, neurological conditions and other progressive illnesses, where predicting life expectancy is inherently difficult.

"As long as access to the End-of-Life Pathway depends on whether someone is expected to live less than three months, older Australians with significant unmet palliative care needs will continue to miss out."

The Federal Government recently announced it would, from early 2027, introduce a second round of funding for people who live beyond the initial 12-week funding period. While welcomed as a practical

improvement, Mr Fear said the change did not address the underlying problem with the Pathway’s design.

"Providing a second round of funding for people who survive longer is a positive step, but it does not fix the core issue," Mr Fear said.

"Some people may still outlive the Pathway’s funding, while others may never gain access because their prognosis is uncertain.

"Eligibility should be determined by unmet need, not by asking clinicians to predict exactly how long a person has left to live.

"That is why the sector is developing a clinically guided alternative model that would better identify unmet need and support older Australians to receive the care they need, when they need it.

"We look forward to presenting that model in our submission to the current Senate Inquiry on the broader Support at Home Program, and to working with government on a model that better supports older people, families, providers and clinicians."

Palliative Care Australia will outline the sector's proposed needs-based model in submissions to the Senate inquiry into Support at Home by the 31 July deadline.

Dead newborn humpback to be tested for bird flu

By Aaron BUNCH, AAP

A NEWBORN humpback whale that was stranded on an eastern Australian beach and died will be tested for bird flu, as the number of cases grows to 17.

A member of the public spotted the male humpback calf on a beach in Sydney's south and reported it to authorities.

"Responders were rapidly deployed to assess the animal," said Ashley Ryan, president of the Organisation for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia.

"Despite rescue efforts by responding agencies, the calf sadly died shortly after responders arrived."

It is not known why the neonate calf, measuring about 4.5 metres in length, became stranded.

Don’t be alarmed by warning system test

A NEW national warning system, AusAlert, is being rolled out and a test message will be sent next Monday, 27 July, at 2pm.

The AusAlert website spells out what people should expect.

“At the time of the test, a single Critical AusAlert test will be sent to every mobile device in Australia,” the site says.

“Everyone with a compatible phone or other device in Australia can

expect to receive the alert.

“Devices will vibrate and play a siren-like warning sound for about 10 seconds.

“An AusAlert message will appear on device screens. It will clearly say it is a test.

“Exactly how it appears will depend on your device type and operating system.”

The message may also be received by compatible mobile devices including tablets and smart watches.

Devices will vibrate and

"There are many reasons why whales can become stranded, including illness, injury, separation from their mother, navigational challenges or other natural factors," Ms Ryan said.

The whale will be removed from the beach.

As part of standard biosecurity procedures, samples have been collected for H5N1 avian influenza testing.

As a precaution, NSW Department of Primary

Industries Fisheries and local lifeguards have been notified so appropriate SharkSmart alerts can be implemented.

All the confirmed cases of the deadly bird flu strain have been in seabirds at coastal locations.

A total of 17 cases of the deadly bird flu strain have been found across Australia.

All have been wild seabirds found in coastal locations, and all but one were migratory species.

The most recent cases

were two presumed positive results in petrels.

One was found in Denmark on Western Australia's south coast and the other at Seabird, north of Perth.

"There remains no evidence of any mass mortality events and there are no detections in poultry or in our agricultural production system," Australian Chief Veterinary Officer Beth Cookson said.

The risk to human health remains low.

play a siren-like warning, which sounds for about 10 seconds, and display a message confirming it is a test.

AusAlert will be ready to use in October and in an actual disaster will likely tell you the type of emergency, where it is located, how serious it is, what to do, the name of the emergency organisation that has sent the AusAlert, and where to find more information about the emergency.

The AusAlert site says that people should not be alarmed by the test alert, but they also should not be alarmed if they don’t.

More information on the national test alert is available on the AusAlert website: www.ausalert.gov.au/ alerts-explained/nationaltest

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Community unites to care for tiny orphans

By Mick BIRTLES

THE number of orphaned feathertail gliders requiring care in the Nambucca Valley has increased during recent months, sparking innovation and commitment among local volunteers to meet the unique care needs of the tiny creatures.

The Nambucca Heads Men's Shed has once again demonstrated the power of community spirit by helping WIRES Mid North Coast volunteers care for these vulnerable native mammals.

The project focuses on feathertail gliders, the world's smallest gliding mammal.

Weighing an average of just 12 grams, these remarkable native animals feed on pollen, nectar and insects and require highly specialised rehabilitation before they can be returned to the wild.

The custom-built equipment the feathertail gliders demand will also benefit sugar gliders and squirrel gliders that come

into care for rehabilitation.

In recent months, WIRES carers have seen an increase in orphaned gliders after their mothers were killed, most commonly by cats.

These tiny animals require specialised enclosures that provide enrichment while keeping them safe. Here they can develop the climbing, gliding and foraging skills they need before returning to the wild.

Following the purchase of a new rehabilitation enclosure, WIRES volunteers approached the Nambucca Heads Men's Shed to custombuild fittings specifically designed for these unique animals.

The Men's Shed produced native foliage holders, selffeeding stations that prevent food spilling while the gliders lap their nectar-based diet, and small indoor nesting boxes for rehabilitation.

Special thanks go to Men's Shed member Alan, whose craftsmanship made these custom items possible.

Alan also went above and beyond by reinforcing the

enclosure for added strength and durability, ensuring there were no gaps through which the tiny gliders could escape.

This was particularly important for feathertail gliders, which are renowned escape artists because of their incredibly small size.

The work was completed within just a few days, allowing two feathertail gliders that had outgrown their nursery enclosure to move into their new exercise

enclosure where they can build strength, confidence and natural behaviours before their eventual release back into the wild.

Local WIRES Mid North Coast volunteer Tina said the support from the Nambucca Heads Men's Shed would have lasting benefits for wildlife rehabilitation across the region.

"Community support like this is incredibly valuable to WIRES as it strengthens

our capability to provide the very best care for our native wildlife and enhances rehabilitation outcomes,”

Tina told NOTA.

“The specialised equipment the Men's Shed has built can also be shared with other carers, meaning many more gliders will benefit well into the future.

“We simply couldn't achieve outcomes like this without the generosity of our local community."

If you find sick, injured or orphaned wildlife in the Kempsey, Port Macquarie-Hastings and MidCoast council areas, call For Animals Who Need Assistance (FAWNA) volunteer wildlife rescuers on their 24-hour hotline: 02 6581 4141. In other areas, you can report the injured animal online at www.wires.org. au/report-a-rescue or call WIRES on 1300 094 737.

Rare sighting of elusive tree-dwelling marsupial

By Jacie WHITFIELD

A BRUSH-tailed phascogale has been captured on motion-sensing cameras in an east coast National Park for the first time in 13 years,

providing a rare glimpse of one of Australia's most elusive native marsupials.

The nocturnal, treedwelling animal was recorded in the park's western section during the NSW National

Parks and Wildlife Service's first targeted feral cat monitoring program in the Myall Lakes National Park.

While the cameras were deployed to track invasive predators, they instead captured the unexpected visitor.

A NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service spokesperson said the discovery was an exciting outcome.

"The photos were captured during targeted feral cat monitoring at the Myall Lakes National Park Scorecards site,” they said.

“While our motionsensing cameras were deployed to monitor feral cats, we were excited to capture a brush-tailed phascogale on camera.

"The phascogale was detected in the western part of Myall Lakes National Park and is an isolated record."

The spokesperson said small native mammals such as the brush-tailed phascogale were particularly vulnerable to feral cat predation, making largescale monitoring programs vital for understanding and protecting wildlife.

"The absence of records doesn't necessarily mean the species is rare or declining,” the spokesperson said.

With their identifying bushy bottle-brush tail and heart-shaped ears, paired with big, dark eyes, the phascogale are perfectly adapted for their nocturnal lifestyle.

“Phascogales are elusive,

tree-dwelling animals that are mostly active at night, making them difficult to detect.

"Large-scale monitoring programs like this are critical because the more cameras deployed, the greater the chance of detecting cryptic species like the phascogale and gathering the information needed to protect them."

The monitoring program also records invasive species including foxes, pigs, goats and deer, with data feeding into the Ecological Health Performance Scorecards program to help assess the health of national parks and guide future conservation decisions.

Future surveys at Myall Lakes will include cameras mounted in trees, improving

the chances of detecting arboreal species such as the brush-tailed phascogale.

Featured recently in Naturescapes, the brushtailed phascogale is a small marsupial recognised by its distinctive bushy tail and remarkable breeding strategy.

Males put all their energy into a single breeding season before dying, while females can live for up to three years, raising multiple litters in tree hollows.

The rediscovery highlights the importance of long-term ecological monitoring as NPWS undertakes its largest-ever investment in tracking the health of national parks and protecting vulnerable native species.

High-energy tribute show rocks Laurieton

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such as Bad Medicine and You Give Love A Bad Name.

Comprising Bret Jovi on lead vocals, Rob Hanna on drums, Bill Kotevski on lead guitar and backing

vocals, and George Passas on bass guitar and backing vocals, the high-octane show quickly got the audience members on their feet to dance.

“Weekends like this remind us of what Born Jovi has always been about,” a spokesperson for the band said.

“It’s never been about titles, rankings, or trying to convince people that we’re something we’re not.

“We’re just a family of musicians and mates who share a love of this music and feel incredibly lucky to bring it to the towns and communities we’re so grateful to have the opportunity to visit time and time again.

“For over 24 years, the goal has remained the same: to put smiles on faces, help people lose themselves in the music for a few hours, relive old memories, and maybe even create a few new ones along the way.”

The cross-section of fans ranged in age from teenagers to those in their eighties.

“It was a fantastic show,” said 71-year-old Dunbogan local John Thorpe.

“They really nailed the Bon Jovi vibe and I would definitely buy tickets to their show if they came here again.”

The group performs extensively across Australia and New Zealand.

Port to Plomer paths inspire art exhibition

By Pauline CAIN

COASTAL landscapes from Port Macquarie to Point Plomer have inspired all three artists currently exhibiting at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery in Gladstone.

Sergio Sill is a well-known Sydney-based artist who lived locally at Upper Lansdown in the 1980s and 1990s.

“At the time I lived on a 200acre cooperative property and I was a wood-fired potter,” he said.

Sergio has been working as a professional painter since 1991 and he has decades of experience in ceramics and painting.

His work captures the spirit of the Australian landscape across all media - oil, acrylic, pastel, oil stick, gouache, natural materials, mixed media and digital images.

His Point Plomer oil on canvas series is striking and draws your eye to the very distinctly beautiful local landscape.

Julie Hamann’s pastels on paper are inspired by her walks along the Port Macquarie coastline.

“I am drawn to the yellow-tailed black cockatoos, lorikeets and many other native bird species whose colours, calls and movements bring life to our coastal paths,” Ms Hamann said.

“These works celebrate the

beauty of birds and banksia, and the expressive potential of pastels.”

Bernice Daher lives at Point Plomer and the colours and coastal landscapes will strike a chord with those familiar with Crescent Head and Point Plomer.

Bernice trained as an artist at the Julian Ashton Art School in Sydney before working with various artists independently during the following 20 years.

Nature features prominently within her work in oils, watercolours and pastels.

The exhibition closes on Sunday 26 July.

The gallery is open 10.30am4pm each day.

Farmers welcome vehicle registration changes

STATE farmers will benefit from simpler vehicle registration rules after changes to primary producer concessional registrations came into effect on 1 July.

NSW Farmers welcomed

the updated eligibility requirements, which replace the previous 50 per cent primary production income rule introduced in 2021.

The organisation said the former rule created

barriers for genuine farming businesses that had diversified their income to manage seasonal and market risks.

NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin said the

‘Give Port Macquarie a go’: residents appeal for capital city direct flights

By Jacie WHITFIELD

REGIONAL leaders are renewing calls to strengthen regional aviation, while some Port Macquarie residents are urging airlines to restore direct flights to Australia's capital cities, arguing the community is missing out on economic and social opportunities.

The renewed debate follows a recent News Of The Area article highlighting a united push to secure the future of regional airports across NSW.

A group of Port Macquarie residents says the loss of Bonza's Melbourne service in 2024 has left travellers facing longer, more expensive journeys via Sydney, affecting families, tourism and business travel.

The residents argue the region's growing population, now estimated at around 96,000, together with the loss of regular passenger services from

nearby Taree and Kempsey airports, strengthens the case for direct interstate connections.

They also question whether the airport's upgraded runway, funded through a combination of Federal Government and council investment, is being fully utilised.

The upgrade allows larger aircraft, including Boeing 737 Max 8s, to operate from the airport.

“The absence of direct flights has a tremendous effect on families connecting with their loved ones on a regular basis,” a Port Macquarie residents spokesperson told News Of The Area.

“The cost and inconvenience of having to stop over in Sydney Airport or car hire to bypass the airport is a huge disadvantage.”

A spokesperson from Qantas said the airline currently operates up to 26 weekly Sydney flights

and up to five weekly Brisbane services through QantasLink.

“While we’re always looking at opportunities to grow our network, we have no plans to fly to additional destinations from Port Macquarie,” the spokesperson said.

While residents hope direct interstate flights will eventually return, the future of expanded services will ultimately depend on whether airlines see sufficient commercial demand to make new routes viable.

Port MacquarieHastings Mayor Adam Roberts said Council has continued working behind the scenes to attract additional services.

"Since November 2024, Port Macquarie Hastings Council has been in discussions with a number of airlines regarding the expansion of services at Port Macquarie Airport," Cr Roberts said.

changes were the result of several years of advocacy with the NSW Government and Transport for NSW.

“We're really pleased that the NSW Government and Transport NSW have aligned with the ATO definition rather than using other income rules to determine eligibility,” Mr Martin said.

“Income diversification has such an important role in modern businesses to manage ups and downs, and the previous requirement created unnecessary barriers to this common risk management strategy.”

The revised eligibility requirements now use the Australian Taxation Office's definition of a

primary producer, providing greater consistency across government agencies.

Mr Martin said concessional registrations remained an important support for farming businesses, particularly for vehicles used seasonally to transport produce and farm supplies.

“Concessional registrations continue to be an important tool used by farm businesses including for vehicles that may only be used on a seasonal basis for the purpose of transporting their produced commodities and farm inputs,” he said.

Mr Martin said NSW Farmers had consistently pushed for a practical and

less complicated system.

“That’s why NSW Farmers has been advocating for simplicity and consistency with other government primary producer definitions to seek a practical solution for the definition used for transport purposes,” he said.

“The 50 percent income rule was not fit-for-purpose and it's positive that the government has listened to our feedback and focused on reducing eligibility complexity for farmers.

“It’s a practical change that we’re pleased to have secured for farmers around the State.”

More information on the primary producer registration concession scheme is available through the NSW Government.

Mid north coast U3A groups connect in Port Macquarie

By Pauline CAIN

REPRESENTATIVES of mid north coast branches of the University of the Third Age (U3A) gathered in Port Macquarie on Thursday 16 July to share procedures and practice with each other.

U3A is an international organisation founded on the belief that people in their third age of life still have much to learn and contribute.

Each U3A offers a wide range of courses designed to encourage lifelong learning and social connection.

Laurene Mulcahy, President U3A Network NSW, spoke about the importance of the organisation.

“We do the best thing for our community - we get people involved, we keep them active physically and mentally, and most importantly we provide a social network which helps to overcome loneliness.

“We need to be bold and known in our communities.”

The mid north coast is one of nine U3A regions in NSW and the network supports and provides service to each U3A.

The network gathering gave U3A representatives the opportunity to discuss membership numbers, details of public liability insurance, course licences and other issues such as succession planning, publicity, resources, technology and budgets.

“We are very proud of our centre here,” said Port Macquarie President, Chris Taylor.

“It is a very valuable part of our community, and our members are very motivated by both learning and the social aspects of what we offer.

“When we started in 2004 we had about 70 members and 11 courses and now have more than 500 members, with 14 new members in the last month.

”We run almost 50 courses here, offering a wide and stimulating program including history, languages, literature, arts, technology, health, philosophy, science and current affairs.”

Macleay Valley Kempsey U3A President, Joanna Hughes-Hallett, said that her branch had 470 members with 36 classes; some in Kempsey and others in South West Rocks.

“We use local halls and also have an arrangement with a local gymnasium and they run four fitness classes for us,” Ms HughesHallett said..

“Our two kayaking classes are very popular because we have such great local waterways.

“We have a huge gardening class and a very large, meandering walking class.

“We are always looking for class tutors and we would love to hear any great ideas for getting people on board.”

The U3A State Network conference is in Armidale 13-15 April 2027.

If you would like to join your local U3A make contact and try a class this term or next.

Radar survey aims to uncover hidden history at Allman Hill Burial Ground

By Jacie WHITFIELD

A GROUND-penetrating radar survey at Port Macquarie's historic Allman Hill Burial Ground could reshape understanding of the town's earliest colonial years, with researchers hoping to reveal the true extent of the forgotten cemetery. The survey, being undertaken by University of New England Professors

David Andrew Roberts and Martin Gibbs, will examine the site without disturbing the ground, searching for evidence of graves dating back to Port Macquarie's first penal settlement.

Professor Roberts said researchers hoped the survey would answer long-standing questions about the burial ground.

"It is hoped the survey will give us a better idea of the extent of Port Macquarie's first colonial burying ground," he said.

"At present all we can see are two large tombstones and one headstone/footstone set, all of which appear to have been moved at some time."

While historical publications often state that 28 people were buried at Allman Hill, Professor Roberts said no complete list exists.

Research by Port Macquarie and District

The Laurieton RSL sub-Branch invites veterans, families and members of the public to attend a commemoration service marking the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War Armistice.Together we will honour and remember the Australians who served with courage and distinction during the Korean War on land, at sea and in the air. Refreshments will be served after the service for members, families and invited guests in the Anzac Room at the Laurieton United Services Club, commencing at 12 noon. Organisations or individuals wishing to lay a wreath during the service are asked to contact President Buster Beatty on 0467 602 770.

LEST WE FORGET

Family History Society historian Clive Smith has identified about 50 recorded deaths that may represent people buried at the site.

Ground-penetrating radar has become a valuable archaeological tool because it allows researchers to investigate beneath the surface without excavation.

Professor Martin Gibbs said the equipment sends very high-frequency pulses into the ground every few centimetres, allowing archaeologists to detect areas where soil has been disturbed.

"The Allman Hill cemetery is tricky since we know little about how or where the convicts were buried, and it is likely they were just buried in a shroud rather than a coffin," Professor Gibbs said.

"However, we will carefully examine the traces to see if we can see possible

evidence of grave cuts."

Mr Smith said while the survey would not identify individual graves, it could provide another important clue for descendants researching their family histories.

"It presents another important piece of the jigsaw puzzle for people searching for information for their family tree," he said.

The survey will coincide with the NSW and ACT Association of Family History Societies Conference at Panthers in September.

A free Family History Fair will be held on Friday, September 18, featuring exhibitors, workshops and expert speakers, followed by the conference on September 19-20.

Family historians and descendants can find more information at www. portmacconference2026.com

Story of love, loss, and life

Williams and her siblings were preparing for what had been a regular occurrence for the past 35 years - a joint holiday around Australia.

As she drove down from Brisbane, Ms Williams suffered a sudden, catastrophic brain bleed.

Her family arrived at Port Macquarie Base Hospital to be told that she wouldn’t survive.

With all the family gathered together, medical staff advised Ms Williams was a registered organ donor and that they believed she would be a good candidate for donation.

“The staff at the hospital were excellent,” said Ms William’s brother, David Gillespie.

ABORIGINAL and Torres

Strait Islander smoking rates have fallen significantly over the past decade, with Cancer Council NSW celebrating the achievement during NAIDOC Week and recognising the partnerships that have helped drive the change.

“A donation specialist was flown up from Wollongong to facilitate everything.

“I’m a registered organ donor, so I was happy to agree.

“Many years ago, I heard a lady on the radio who had received a corneal donation and was able to see again, and this stuck with me.”

On the other side of organ donation are Port Macquarie residents Michelle and Nick Kliousis, for whom the process has been lifesaving.

Of their four adult children, two required heart transplants as children.

Their son Theo was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy and received a new heart 25 years ago at the age of 10.

Health and Welfare's National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2022–2023 found one in five Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people smoked tobacco daily, down from more than one in three in 2010.

Their daughter Olivia received a new heart at the age of 25, at the height of COVID lockdowns, which created an added layer of stress for the close-knit family.

“It’s so important that everyone who will be making medical decisions

government, researchers and Aboriginal community organisations through its Tackling Tobacco program, which this year marks its twentieth anniversary.

for you knows that you want to be a donor,” Mrs Kliousis said.

“Even if you are a registered donor, your family can override that if they don’t know your wishes.”

According to the Australian Government Organ and Tissue Authority,

actually make a difference,” Marrin Weejali Aboriginal Corporation Services Manager Melinda Bonham said.

“It’s about partnership, not top-down decisions.”

one organ donor can save the lives of up to seven people and change the lives of many more through eye and tissue donation.

There are around 2,000 Australians on a waitlist for an organ transplant and an additional 14,000 people on dialysis for kidney failure,

reduce or quit smoking while feeling supported throughout the process.

many who could benefit from a kidney transplant.

DonateLife Week runs 26 July to 2 August with the public encouraged to register as an organ and tissue donor at donatelife. gov.au or through Medicare. This process takes less than a minute.

The Australian Institute of

Cancer Council NSW says the result reflects years of collaboration between

“When organisations listen and follow our guidance, programs are more respectful, culturally safe and

Burnie,

Ms Bonham said one of the program's greatest achievements had been seeing more Aboriginal people

“It’s also about stronger community voices leading programs, not just being participants in them,” she said.

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related health disparities by embedding evidence-based smoking cessation support into community organisations working with priority populations across NSW. The program focuses on six key areas including leadership and partnerships, community engagement, workforce development, supportive environments, quit support, and ongoing evaluation.

Mona, Richmond, Ross, Freycinet, Bicheno, St Helens, Bay of Fires, Pyengana, Bridestowe Estate, Launceston COACH

By Sharon JANE

told News Of The Area that, after completing a Permaculture Design Course (PDC), he and wife Sarah Wilson determined to start the monthly meetings at Bowraville once settled on land at Buckra Bendinni in November 2025.

They were urged on by fellow organic enthusiasts Lyall and Susie Burgoyne, who recently moved to Talarm.

Both couples had involvement in Permaculture at the Pub events elsewhere and wanted to see positive community networking happen in the Nambucca Valley.

"These nights allow people to meet like-minded gardeners from beginners to the experienced, build relationships, share produce and ideas,” Mr Wilson said.

"The atmosphere is welcoming, with no expectations, where people can ask questions freely.”

Tiny homes designer Paul Jones, who is based at Pacific Palms, attended the June event after completing a PDC at Stroud.

"It was my first Permaculture at the Pub event and a really warm, welcoming introduction to other like-minded people,”

What is Permaculture

AUSTRALIANS Mollison and David

invented the term "Permaculture" in 1978 to promote the intentional nurturing of land and animals utilising traditional village wisdom and modern means to form an integrated ecology of living things.

The World Permaculture Association's website quotes Mollison:

"Permaculture is a philosophy of working with, rather than against nature; of protracted and thoughtful observation rather than protracted and thoughtless labor; and of looking at plants and animals in all their functions, rather than treating any area as a single-product system."

worldpermacultureassociation.com

Mr Jones said.

Family friendly meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month and anyone interested is welcome to turn up at Bowra Sports Hub at 6pm to chat over a meal or drink.

A second monthly meeting was held 9 July and the next event will be 13 August.

A Permaculture at the Pub Facebook page is used for communication regarding all meet-ups from Nambucca Valley to Jervis Bay.

Will and Anthea Power,

who initiated the concept at Paterson in the Hunter Valley, have a webpagemaplewoodpermaculture. com - which outlines the history and vision of Permaculture at the Pub events.

"This model spreads naturally - without committees, funding or a complicated structure,” the Powers wrote.

"Anyone can wander in. Anyone can join the conversation. It’s deliberately easy."

Winter fire warning after two fatal house fires

WINTER has claimed two more lives in separate house fires, prompting Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) to issue an urgent reminder for residents to check smoke alarms and take extra care with heating appliances.

Two people, both believed to have been in their 70s, died in separate residential fires within five days of each other.

The deaths have brought the number of people killed in NSW structure fires to six this winter and 19 since the beginning of 2026.

Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib said the recent tragedies highlighted the increased risks during the colder months.

“These two deaths are a stark and tragic reminder about home fire dangers in winter,” Mr Dib said.

“We know that when temperatures drop, the risk of house fires increases as

people use more electrical devices and heating appliances, raising the number of potential fire hazards.

“Take today as an opportunity to make sure you have working smoke alarms or to book in a free home fire safety visit with your local FRNSW crew.”

Firefighters have attended 480 residential fires across NSW this winter, with 2,025 recorded so far this year.

FRNSW is encouraging residents to take advantage of its free home fire safety visit program, where firefighters inspect or install smoke alarms and provide practical fire safety advice.

FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell said simple precautions could save lives.

“I encourage residents to utilise our free home fire safety visit program which will have firefighters visit

your home to check your smoke alarms and provide fire safety advice to keep yourself and your family safe this winter,” Commissioner Fewtrell said.

He also urged households to regularly test smoke alarms, avoid overloading power boards, keep flammable items at least one metre from heaters and never leave cooking unattended.

The warning follows another recent incident in Naremburn, where an electric blanket left switched on as a pet bed ignited after smouldering for several minutes.

Firefighters extinguished the blaze before it spread, with FRNSW reminding residents to inspect electric blankets for frayed wires, scorch marks or damaged controllers before every use and replace them if they show signs of wear.

New artificial reef expected to reel in tourists

By Kim SATCHELL

THE Mid North Coast has a new artificial reef, established to boost offshore recreational fishing opportunities and feed the appetites of tourists visiting the area.

The NSW DPIRD installed the offshore artificial reef

approximately 2km southwest off Sawtell to promote the growth of fish habitat and provide new fishing locations for recreational fishers, who are seen as the lifeblood of tourism along the NSW east coast.

A similar offshore artificial reef has been

installed off Ballina.

“The new offshore artificial reefs at Ballina and Coffs Harbour are set to become a major drawcard, providing fantastic fishing opportunities for locals and visitors eager to catch a variety of fish species,” said the Hon.Tara Moriarty MP,

NSW Minister for Agriculture.

"Recreational fishing contributes $3.4 billion to the NSW economy each year and these reefs will only further that economic impact."

The NSW Recreational Fishing Trust provided funds for the construction projects.

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initiatives enable premium habitat for a diverse range of fish species, and the new locations and heightened sealife activity is welcomed by recreational fishers.

The oceanic scaffolding kick-starts a colonising process, from bacterial biofilm and encrusting organisms, then over months and years sponges, sea squirts and corals.

After about a year the new reef could be home to snails, sea urchins, crabs, octopuses, eels and reef fish.

The artificial reef is also expected to attract prized fish including mackerel, snapper, mulloway and various baitfish.

The Coffs structural sea mount consists of two steel structures developed by experts including naval architects, coastal engineers and biologists. The mount has been designed to withstand forces produced by currents, undertow, and extreme

weather events.

The exact locations of the new Coffs reef structures are 30°23.516'S (Latitude) 153°06.923'E (Longitude) (WGS84 Datum), and 30°23.4509'S (Latitude) 153°07.2673'E (Longitude) (WGS84 Datum). The footprint of each structure spans 15.6 x 15.6m, is 12m tall and weighs 50 tonnes.

The two submerged structures that form the sea mount are placed around 500 metres apart in 28 metres of water.

The two new reefs join a dozen others already installed along the NSW coast, including a reef similarly installed at Ballina earlier in the year in March. The new reefs were built, transported and installed by NSW-based marine infrastructure company, SMC Marine, which has been building marine infrastructure since 2001.

Community wants recreation and conservation in GKNP

By Andrew VIVIAN

THE State Government has released a report that indicates recreation and

conservation are significant priorities for the community for the proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP). The ‘What We Heard’

report summarises feedback from members of the public about how they currently use the area, and what they envisage for the park in the

future.

The consultation attracted around 4,000 survey responses and involved more than 70 face-

to-face meetings, group forums, community events and online sessions.

Bushwalking is the most-popular activity for respondents, alongside camping, sightseeing, wildlife watching, four-wheel driving, swimming, mountain biking and trail-bike riding.

People most valued protecting habitat and wildlife, while continuing to enjoy the wide range of recreational activities currently available.

Suggestions for the future include upgraded trails and infrastructure, new recreation opportunities, supporting education, exploring tourism and nature-based experiences, and ongoing community involvement.

The Member for Coffs Harbour and NSW Nationals Leader, Gurmesh Singh, said the last-minute consultation was nothing more than a box-ticking exercise from a Government that didn’t care

about local jobs.

“In lieu of genuine consultation, the Government spent years gaslighting communities on the Mid North Coast that recreational uses would be retained in full, only to later tell stakeholders they will be funnelled into a small corner of the Park,” Mr Singh said.

“It’s great for Labor to tell us what they heard, but are they actually listening?

The Mid North Coast deserves clarity and honesty from Premier Minns and his Government.”

“This report shows we can absolutely protect our environment while also backing our local economy,” said Janelle Saffin, the Minister for North Coast.

“Local voices are driving this process, and that’s exactly how it should be.”

The report can be found by searching for ‘What we heard’ at environment.nsw. gov.au

Italian history celebrated at Festa Italiana

By Andrea FERRARI

ITALIANS on the Coffs Coast are called to share their history for a showcase display at the city’s inaugural Italian Festival.

Organised by the Coffs Coast Italian Heritage Group (CCIHG) the first Festa Italiana will be held at Coffs Harbour Racecourse on Saturday 22 August, 2026.

The focus of the event will be a combination of local Italians sharing their stories of arrival in the region, many spanning decades, and Italian food, music and activities.

Through the event the not-for-profit CCIHG is raising money for the Children’s Ward at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.

“The festival is to share and celebrate the contribution Italians have made to Coffs,” CCIHG member and long-

time local businessman, Franco Maione, told News Of The Area.

“There’s too much history for it not to be known by the community,” added Committee Secretary Egidio Basso, who is helping to collate the local people’s history boards.

It is all about telling the stories of the early Italian settlers in Coffs.

“We’re asking local Italians to tell us where they came from in Italy, why they came to Australia, and how they arrived in Coffs, with dates,” Mr Maione said.

“And we would like two or three photos of the family members.”

These submissions will then be mounted on boards to make a display which will be situated in the Racecourse auditorium for public viewing during the festival.

There will also be a

display telling the story of the Italian Army's Alpini specialist mountain infantry, with references to local history.

Mr Maione shared a thread of his family history, regarding his uncle who was a World War II Prisoner Of War,

captured in Ethiopia and transported to the prison camp at Cowra.

“He was then sent to Dorrigo POW camp where he was sent to work at the local sawmill.

“The sawmill owner, Mr Bill Paulger, employed him in cropping.

“After the war he got repatriated to Italy but was called back by Mr Paulger, who offered him a job working at his sawmill in Bonville.”

The sawmill was subsequently sold to Kerr Adam in 1984, becoming Adam’s Sawmill, now closed.

“It’s stories like this we

hope the locals will submit,” Mrs Maione said.

One of the oldest histories currently in the growing collection is that of Giovanni and Mattea Dal Pozzo, who arrived in Coffs Harbour in 1958, after Giovanni’s parents had moved from Italy to Melbourne.

They had a banana plantation in Coffs’

Mastracolas Road and boarded with Mrs Richardson (mother-in-law of Mattea’s brothers Primo and Vittorio), until their home in Mavis Street was built.

They then bought a banana plantation in North Boambee and by 1976 they had built a home on the farm, where

they lived the rest of their lives.

They passed away in the early 2000s leaving eight grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

“These are the kinds of stories we will be sharing,” said Mr Maione, who can be contacted at CHIHG.

Email: ccitalianherita gegroup@gmail.com

Perfect forecast sets the stage for red-hot fishing

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Fishing fresh green weed on light tackle has continued to deliver the best results for these species.

Offshore, kingfish and pearl perch have provided plenty of action.

Rowlands Reef has been fishing exceptionally well, although other deeper reefs throughout the region are also worth exploring.

Live baits and knife jigs have been the standout techniques for kingfish, with both methods accounting for quality fish.

The Hastings River has also continued to fish well for a variety of species. Prior to the recent swell, the local beaches produced good numbers of bream and tailor.

Fresh bait, combined with fishing the run-in tide around dawn and dusk, proved to be the most

productive approach. As sea conditions settle, the calmer water around the river mouth should once again produce consistent results. Within the river itself, bream remain the main target, with the top of the tide offering the most productive fishing.

Surface lures, soft plastics and natural baits have all accounted for quality catches.

Flathead are responding well to lightly

weighted lures and baits worked around structure, providing plenty of sport on light tackle.

Mulloway have been taken intermittently from the breakwalls, with both live baits and lures producing fish for those prepared to put in the time.

We should see some decent fish being caught next week with the upcoming full moon.

Offshore, snapper fishing was outstanding

mid-week, particularly on reefs in 20 to 40 metres of water.

Pilchards, soft plastics and a range of lures all produced excellent catches. With light winds and calm seas forecast this weekend, anglers will have an excellent opportunity to venture wider offshore for a deep-drop session.

Conditions should be ideal for targeting cod and other deep-water species, and I expect to see

some impressive catches reported.

The forecast for both Saturday and Sunday looks outstanding, with light westerly winds, minimal swell and ideal conditions for both offshore and estuary anglers.

It shapes as one of the best weekends in recent weeks to get out on the water and, if the forecast holds, anglers can expect plenty of opportunities across the region.

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The $5 Coffee Charity Fund, established and operated entirely by volunteers, encourages people to donate the cost of one coffee each week.

That small contribution has grown into a significant community effort, with more than $40,000 distributed to support local families and individuals since the initiative began.

The fund has assisted a broad range of people, including families receiving palliative care through Wauchope Palliative Care, young families struggling with unexpected medical expenses, and those facing homelessness by helping secure temporary accommodation.

Volunteers also provide practical assistance with everyday essentials including groceries, fuel, swags and emergency vehicle repairs.

In many cases, this support enables people to return home to family or maintain employment during difficult circumstances.

“Sometimes it’s a tank of fuel or fixing a tyre. But that’s all it takes to get someone back on their feet,” one volunteer explained.

A defining feature of the initiative is its volunteer-run structure.

Organisers say every donation is directed back into the community, with no administrative costs, allowing funds to reach those most in need.

As demand for assistance continues, organisers are encouraging supporters to consider making regular monthly

contributions.

Predictable donations, whether $5, $10, $20 or more, help volunteers plan ahead and respond quickly when urgent requests arise.

Community support also extends beyond financial donations.

The charity's monthly Saturday morning barbecue at Laurieton Warehouse on Ocean Drive continues to attract local supporters, while cash donations are regularly received through the Camden Haven Anglican Church Coffee and Chat program each Monday.

Organisers say the initiative has strengthened community connections, with many residents keen to see how even modest contributions can make a tangible difference to the lives of local people.

While the charity hopes to expand its reach, volunteers say its future success depends on

continued community involvement through regular giving, fundraising events and volunteering.

As one volunteer put it, “It’s amazing what a community can do when everyone gives just a little.”

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Broughton Island wonderland

Stinker's Stories

By John 'Stinker' CLARKE

“I HAVE just returned from a fantastic overseas holiday where the weather was perfect and the fishing excellent. Magnificent scenery and a fascinating local history. Travel time by boat around about 40 minutes from the entrance to Port Stephens.

“Broughton Island is an absolute wonderland with high peaks rolling down to long golden beaches. The bird life is abundant with the mighty sea eagle being the top of the food chain.”

No fishing book written about Port Stephens, the local beaches, islands and reefs can be complete without a focus on Broughton Island.

Once a little-known NSW island, Broughton has become a ‘must visit’ destination for fishermen, boaties and day trippers.

Over recent years the island has changed socially, for the better, with an influx of families rather than a domination of fishermen.

Bird watching, hiking, photography, snorkelling and of course fishing are all part of the island experience.

I have been fortunate to have been a regular visitor to the island since my first trip in 1978 on board the “Waranah” with the late Col Jenkins. It is pleasing to report that the fishing, on and around the island, remains excellent. The fishing is red hot however there is far more to Broughton with whales, seals, turtles, giant sting rays and dolphins cruising through the opal blue water.

Eight nautical miles (14km) north from the

heads and two kilometres off the coast sits Broughton Island, three kilometres long and two kms wide. The island was named by Captain James Cook after his mate Captain William Broughton.

The history of Broughton Island is rich and colorful, which I discovered while researching my book “Broughton Islanders” back in 2013.

The first to arrive were Worimi folk. Ample evidence indicates the presence of Aboriginal people who may well have walked onto the “island” before the ice caps melted.

European lobstermen were recorded back as far as the 1880s along with the Chinese who, after failing to find gold out west, moved to the coast.

On the island the Chinese caught fish, trapped lobsters and collected muttonfish (abalone), which were salted and sent either to their countrymen, still at the diggings, or transported back to China.

In the 1890s Italians were dropped off on the island by passing coastal traders to trap lobsters and were picked up, with their catch, on the return journey to Sydney.

It is recorded that they set up to 900 pots around the island.

The Italians never ventured onto the mainland.

It was 1906 when French Scientist Dr Danzig, the nephew of Louis Pasteur, arrived on the island with his entourage of assistants and researchers.

A plague of rampaging rabbits was causing havoc in the pastures of sheep farmers in New South Wales, turning green fields into deserts.

The aim of the French involvement was to introduce rabbits onto the island, as part of a controlled study, then inject them with a virus in the hope that it would spread from one rabbit to another.

Unfortunately, the experiment failed miserably so the French team left the

island - but the rabbits did not.

The rabbits remained until 2009 when they were eradicated by National Parks and Wildlife. With the rabbits went the rats and cockroaches, resulting in a return of natural vegetation and an increase in the bird population from the tiny cisticolas, shorebirds, oystercatchers and quails to the apex predator, the sea eagle.

Sometime around 1920 a small Greek settlement was established behind the first line of dunes on the northern aspect of the island, referred to as North Harbour. This was a semipermanent community of lobstermen which was abandoned following a second fire in the late 1930s.

A small gathering of privately owned huts, along with a National Parks and Wildlife Service building, remain nestled out of the conditions in Esmeralda Cove, known as East Harbour.

One of the most frequent

questions I am asked is - where can I catch a fish around Broughton Island?

The beaches around the island are spectacular with excellent fishing for whiting and flathead in the summer months. It is the surrounding reef system that provides ideal habitat for snapper, mulloway, teraglin, a growing population of pearl perch and kingfish that gets the recreational fishers very excited.

There are literally hundreds of spots to drop the anchor or drift around the island. It all depends on the direction of the current, the wind direction and strength and the size and direction of the swell. There is no X marks the spot.

Generally speaking, in a strong southerly wind, target the north side of the island and the opposite applies. Island GPS marks are freely available on the internet.

I do prefer to chase snapper in a solid northeasterly breeze on the extensive reef system south off Cod Rock. I anchor, berley heavily and float an unweighted king prawn, fillet of bonito or slimy mackerel down, just on sundown. Rarely do I go home empty handed.

I’m sure if you drifted and tossed plastics you would have equal success. Maybe do better. Give it a shot.

Another spot I would suggest is to drift along the inner wall on East Head working plastics close in to the rock face.

Other spots I have had success are the Gutz, North Island and The Sisters. Ask your local Bait and Tackle outlet to identify these spots. Like I said, there are hundreds of spots where snapper can be caught - in the right conditions.

It must be realised that Broughton Island is part of the Port Stephens - Great

Island fishing hotspots revealed

By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

I AM continually amazed that so many residents of Port Stephens are yet to visit Broughton Island.

I recently returned from a few days, fishing, swimming and wandering around the island, which I believe to be a ‘jewel in the crown’ of this beautiful region.

Despite the many times I have visited the island and carried out research, I still feel that there are so many questions unanswered.

Lakes Marine Park and a significant area has been classified as Sanctuary Zone.

As mentioned, the restrictions and zonings within the marine park are currently being reviewed. Maps are available throughout Port Stephens. If you are considering visiting the island there are a few precautions to consider. Firstly, a boat that can handle the conditions, preferably over 16 foot.

Contact Marine Rescue on your departure and arrival at the island.

There are shallow reefs that need to be avoided and of course you must also be prepared for a change in weather conditions.

Basic, but adequate, camping facilities are provided by NPWS, who you will need to contact if you intend staying overnight as a camping fee does apply.

Travelling by private boat will require an understanding of the shallow reef system and the availability of mooring facilities.

Running up onto the beach also requires thought. A dinghy would be recommended to ferry supplies from the moored boat onto the island.

Keep in close contact with Port Stephens Marine Rescue and be aware of changes in the weather patterns.

Broughton Island is a wonderland however it can become quite inhospitable if the weather turns. An alternative is to engage one of the charter vessels based in Nelson Bay to ferry you to the island and to pick you up at the end of your stay.

The rock structures are baffling and I continue to ask myself - why is the island treeless?

An account of the island’s history can be found in my book, ‘Broughton Islanders’, which was first printed in 2009.

My hottest spots on Broughton Island:

COD ROCK

The island holds many secrets - from the Worimi, Greek, Italian, Chinese, French and pioneer commercial fishermen who, at times, have called the island home.

Cod Rock is one of the most- popular snapper spots around the island. “Coddie”

refers more to a reef system rather than a particular rock. The jagged structure, which can easily be picked up by a sounder, is ideal habitat for snapper.

I anchor and berley on sundown, preferably in a north-easterly breeze.

Floating a big prawn, fresh fillet of slimy mackerel or bonito on a 20lb line and 6/0 hook it is only a matter of time before a snapper takes notice.

EAST

HEAD

For those who prefer to toss plastics, the drift along the East Head cliff face is perfect, particularly if there is

some westerly in the breeze. The most action occurs towards the most-easterly point of the headland where there is an increase in white water activity. Snapper, mulloway and kingfish can all be caught on this drift.

As a Marine Park restriction, bait cannot be used in this area.

THE GUTZ

Snapper country between the main island and North Island. The same game plan as for East Head if you intend to use plastics. A steady westerly will push you along the inside wall of

North Island. You do have the option of anchoring and floating baits down a berley trail.

NORTH BEACH

A cracker whiting and dusky flathead beach over the summer months. Best closer to the rocks where sand and rocks meet. Worms will do the job on whiting while pilchards on a gang of 3x4/0 or plastics will account for the flathead. Bring the worms to the island as they cannot be caught off any of the beaches.

LOCALSPORT

SPORT RESULTS

CAMDEN HAVEN

Kew Country Club Men’s Veterans Golf

By Laurie HAMILTON

RESULTS 20/07/2026 Single

Stableford – non graded 39 Starters

LUSC Snooker Club

By Michael EYLES

THE Tuesday night competition held on 14/7/26 had 18 players

Winner – Neil Dark 0. C/B. 2nd – John Gallen 0. 3rd – Gary King -1. C/B. Ball winners. Neil Collins -1, Danny Lloyd -1, Mick Bevan -2. Nearest to the pins.

By Robyn KING

TUESDAY 21st July 2026

Course conditions dictated that no carts could be used today, so the second round of the Foursomes Championship has been postponed until next week, weather permitting. So today was a 9 Hole

Kew Ladies Bowls

By Velvanie HARTAS

TUESDAY 21/7/26

compete. The Major Final was won by Rick Emmerton, and the runner up was Glenn Kunze. The Minor Final winner was Ron White who defeated John Watt. The Thursday night competition

Stableford for walkers only.

5 players in 1 Division:

Winner: B. Weston 12(c/b) NTP: B. Weston Cardies’ Results - There were no card games today with many players reporting in sick. Hope it doesn’t take too long for everyone to recover.

A reminder from Treasurer Chris that the yearly fee of $15 is now due. Please bring payment next

12th Hole A Grade Geoff

McMurray, B Grade Steve Hoffman, C Grade

9th Hole A Grade Michael Laurent, B Grade Deon Lawrence, C Grade John Gallen. 10th Hole A Grade – Steph Sweeney, B Grade Deon Lawrence C Grade Neil Collins

held on 16/7/26, attracted 18 players. Ron Phinn won the Major Final, defeating Andy Scott. In the Minor Final Graham Rees prevailed defeating Jim Hopkins.

week so that you will be financial for the Foursomes Championship and also the upcoming Singles Championship in August.

INVITATION to any ladies interested in playing social golf - please join us at Kew Country Club at 8am on Tuesdays or after our game for a coffee and a chat (around 11.30am) and we can explain the fees and processes.

By Frank RACZKA

MONDAY Magic 9's Our next Magic 9's will be played on the 3rd August 2026.

Wednesday Social Winning Rink went to G Gleeson, D Harvey and M Ashford. Runner up to r Pantlin, V Gunter and T Boyle Vouchers to R Morrison, T Boyle, V Gunter and P Owen.

Saturday Cashpot Win/Win B Issac, R Morrison and I Poole. Win/ Loss to R Pantlin, V Gunter and K Collins. Loss/Loss to L Clark, J O'Donoghue and B Clark. Vouchers to B Irwin, C Thompson, I Orr and F Raczka.

KMBC AGM Our AGM will be held

Lake Cathie Bowling Club

By Mike STOZ

W/E 19-7-26

TUESDAY 14h July Ladies' Social Triples –

Winners Margaret Avery, June Wilson

Runners/up Sue Chisholm, Barb

on Saturday August 8th Starting at 10am followed by a short game of bowls and a light lunch. An agenda has been posted to the notice board along with nomination forms for all committee places.

Club Pairs This weeks results were S McGregor and M Ashford def P Hope and B Clark, R Allan and K Collins def S Mantle and N Cooke, B Conway and D Darcy def N Dark and G Gleeson, B Issac (sub) and T Boyle def I Poole and N Bull. The 3rd round is on Sunday 26th July. All games commence at 10am and full club uniform to be worn.

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

& Triples

Winners Gary Knox, Garry Burton, Gary Douglas

Runners up Des Hancox, Eric Glasson, John Myers

Runners up 2 Kevin Bannerman, Charlie Duthie SILVER MEDAL

The weather was good to us and there was a great roll up for our Christmas in July Celebration, which consisted of Ladies and Men. There was also a nice morning tea supplied before going out to play bowls.

Nambucca Golf Report

By Chris KNIGHT

FOURSOMES have generally fallen out of favour since the swinging 1960s and the era of tupperware parties but they're still more fun than a game of Twister at the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Course.

An honour board event

Also on the day we had raffles which were drawn after lunch.

Congratulations to all the winners today and hope everyone enjoyed enjoyed themselves.

and played over 27 holes, Sue Brooks and Kerrie Eichorn were crowned champions with a winning total gross of 121 on Wednesday 15 July, well clear of runners-up Glenys Thompson and Deidre Fletcher on 136.

Nett winners were the pairing of Lillian Lukins and Joy Green on 107, flying home with 32 on the final and third nine.

Coral McCann bagged a

Also a big thank you to the Kew club Dean and staff for what they did to make the day a success.

Also for Deans Donation of prizes for raffles Proceeds of today is being donated to Little Wings Charity .

sleeve of balls for the nearest the pin on the 13th.

Andrew 'Scoon' Donovan asked no one in particular why everyone was so angry on Saturday as unsolicited on-course advice was given from many quarters. Perhaps it was the cold wind. David Rosser was as ever chirpy but has become obsessed about Canterbury Bankstown in the NRL with clueless commentary on star half Lachlan Galvin - perhaps an ambit to deflect dissection of his St George Illawarra who are running motherless with the stones.

Dennis Ashton (22 handicap) was one who was cheerful after carding 41 points - the hottest score of the day - to win Div 3 of the Domina General Insurance medley stableford.

The comp was also a National Handiskins and Top Gun qualifier, and Ashton - clearly keen for another Goldie sojourn - posted a round which included a birdie on the 10th into a howling breeze.

Geoff Goesch (23) was runner-up with a commendable 37 points.

In Div 1, Sue Brooks (14) took the win with 34 points on a countback from Keith Wallis (5). Bexley's Peter Aroney (16) was onsong in Div 2 with 39 points, two better than the in-form James McIlveen (17).

David Bartos sank the

Robinson, Kathleen Thompson

WEDNESDAY 15th July Social Pairs and Triples

Winners Dave Wells, Robyn from Tumut

Runners Up Rob P, Paul G

THURSDAY 16th July Open Pairs

longest putt on the opener for the Ecomist prize pack and pins went to large human Dom Lambie on 5, Mason Keane on 7, and Wallis on 8 and 15. Silver fox and gun athlete Liz Hobday has tea sorted after scoring the Pizza This Pizza That voucher on 13 and Paul McElhinney is $90 the richer after pocketing the Pro Pin on the last.

Bowra-based builder

Garry Johnstone (13) was one of only three to better their handicap on Thursday 16 July for the Div 1 salute in the Domina General Insurance stableford. His round included birds on the 3rd and

FRIDAY, 17th July Scroungers & Skins Fun Day –No bowls today

SATURDAY 18th July Morning Social Open Pairs - Saturday Arvo

Winners Sonny Willis, Jody Fruend

Runners Up Nannette Stewart, Audrey Finlay, Roberta Henry

15th to see him head home once-was-sandbagger Colin Wormleaton (9) by a point. Peter Klem-Goode (25) carded the hottest score of the day with 40 points to take Div 2 from Club Captain Ray Guiana (28) on 37.

Pins went to Bryce McCarroll on 5, Johnstone on 7 and 15, and Keith Elphick on 8. Matt Dyer will be in mozzarella nirvana after piping the pizza on the 13th and Wallis nailed the $47 Pro Pin on the 18th.

Domina General Insurance was again to the fore in sponsoring the stableford on Tuesday 14 July

when Chris Brownlie (23) returned 39 points for the W, defeating Peter Shepherd (19) on a countback with the latter having to make do with a ball.

Michael Tarleton bothered the flags hard, being closest on 5 and 8, Shepherd on 13 and Colin Habgood banked the $28 Pro Pin on the last.

Catchya on The Island where the cosy clubhouse bang on the bank of the Nambucca River is the second best place in the world for a special celebration (there must be somewhere better in the world - just haven't found it yet).

Hypothetical, Legal Eye

By Manny WOOD

Cocktails, cruises and codicils

JEAN had spent decades building a life of considerable means with her husband, Werner. Following his death, she updated her Will, leaving the bulk of her substantial estate to family members and several charities.

Then Jean boarded a cruise.

Between tropical sunsets, poolside cocktails and leisurely afternoons at sea, Jean met Sterling, an American entertainment lawyer whose colourful observations about Hollywood, high profile litigation and the entertainment industry drew crowds almost as reliably as the breakfast buffet.

He possessed the effortless confidence of a man who had spent a lifetime talking his way into the best rooms and out of the worst situations.

What began as a holiday romance soon swept Jean off her feet. Before long, the pair were dividing their time between Australia, the United States and overseas holidays.

As the years passed, Jean's Wills also changed.

Sterling's daughter was left $200,000. Sterling then received a $1 million legacy. A later Will entitled Sterling to receive income from Jean's testamentary trust. Finally, he was granted a lifelong right to live in Jean's waterfront home.

To most observers, Sterling was the life of the party, but Jean's brother, Lionel, wasn't so easily charmed. After Jean's death, he discovered that every new Will seemed just a little more fond of Sterling than the one before.

Lionel pointed to Jean's long history of heavy alcohol use, repeated falls and declining health. He also questioned Sterling’s involvement in the preparation of the later Wills.

By the time Jean passed away, three different Wills were competing for recognition.

The Court considered extensive medical records, legal file notes and witness evidence before concluding that Jean had testamentary capacity when she made her 2024 Will, but not when she executed her final Will in 2025.

The Court admitted the 2024 Will to probate and rejected allegations that Sterling had exercised undue influence over Jean.

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

If you have a request for a Hypothetical, call Manny Wood on (02) 66 487 487 or email manny@ tblaw.net.au.

This fictional column is not legal advice.

Dorin's Drawings

By Paul DORIN

Verse of the week

There

is

By Lynne MILES

no freedom unless all people are free

DEAR News Of The Area,

THE Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has produced some interesting insights.

The most interesting one, to my mind, is to clarify what is meant by antisemitism, and what is the distinction between Judaism, Zionism, and the state of Israel.

Judaism is an ethno-religion, comprising a mix of faith, culture, ancestry, and history that predates the modern concepts such as race, nationality, or ethnicity, making it hard to use these latter terms as descriptors.

People sometimes try to make the point that, although the Jews are described as Semites, the Palestinians are also Semites. Be that as it may, the commonly used parlance is that antisemitism is synonymous with hatred of Jewish people for being Jews, making it a form of discrimination akin to racism.

Zionism is a political ideology, established in the late 19th century, that sought to create a Jewish state in the lands of Palestine.

At the same time as Zionism was being promoted, another section of Jewish people were organised around the Jewish Bund. Their premise was not for a Jewish homeland but for the right to be accepted as equals in any country.

So, to disparage a person for being Jewish is no different to disparaging a person for being Muslim, or Christian, or Hindu. It is akin to racism and is hateful.

Criticism of a state, or a political ideology, however, is fair game and, I would put, a necessary part of political discourse.

Some people are more articulate in their criticism than

By JASMINDA

DEAR Jasminda,

I AM getting married in a couple of months and both my father and stepfather are in a battle to walk me down the aisle to my husband.

Would it be strange to have one on either side of me? How can I resolve this without upsetting either of them?

Leanne C.

DEAR Leanne, BEING walked down the aisle. What a strange tradition.

At my own wedding, there were a number of strange traditions that were enforced that made me wonder about our readiness for married life (though we still are married, almost a quarter of a century on).

others.The danger, and the need for careful language, is not to conflate the criticism of a state or political ideology with a religion or a people. Or to conflate all people with an ideology.

There are many Jewish people and organisations, including of Israeli origin, who are opposed to the actions of the Israeli state in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon. Just as there is a variety of opinion and practice among Christian, or Muslims, there is a variety of opinions among Jews.

There are Jewish and Palestinian voices that are recognising that the current actions of force are mutually self destructive. Appeals for peace based upon rights and values are fraught and often do not succeed.

Perhaps, they suggest, appeals to mutual self interest is a more fruitful path. Recognition that the current way of resolving issues will bring neither peace nor dignity to either side is, at least, a start to exploring more productive solutions.

At the end of the day, the peoples living in Israel / Palestine will find a way to live together that ensures peace, security, and dignity for all of them because the alternative is an endless war of destruction.

Both populations are traumatised people, the Jews from the Holocaust of World War II, and the Palestinians from the Nakba of 1948.

In order to build peace we must not descend to demonising the other. We must recognise the humanity of all people and acknowledge that there is no freedom unless all people are free.

Regards, Peter Sobey,.

and/or planning an elopement.

'It is good for them to remain unmarried, as I am' and 'I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man' were among the quotes that jumped out at me for all the wrong reasons.

Further, on the wedding day, our priest completely disregarded our carefully prepared vows and orated the patriarchal summons to obey.

Several feminist heads swivelled in response (never a good look in a church).

It felt very Republic of Gilead. Now, with reference to walking down the aisle, that was one tradition we managed to break.

Both my mother and father walked me down the aisle, which seemed like a nice modern touch at the time, but we had great difficulty keeping our strides in synch.

My father is a tall, notoriously fast-walker; mum is quite short with a delicate stride, so trying to accommodate both of them felt like a haphazard four-legged race.

For starters, my to-bebetrothed and I (he, a casual Catholic, me, a passionate agnostic) had to attend wedding preparation classes.

I can't tell you what they involved, because that particular priest went on extended sick leave after our first session (an ominous sign).

Next we had to select Bible verses, which seemed like an easy enough task, but I found myself spending hours wading through some pretty confounding content, when I should have been focused on the Jukebox playlist

Also, with one person on either side of the bride, as you have suggested in your conundrum, I couldn't help but feel that it gave the impression of a suspect flanked by two law enforcement officers.

Being frogmarched to 'Canon in D' is probably not the effect you want to achieve.

Now I'm not sure if yours is a traditional marriage, Leanne, but may I suggest that it is your day and any misgivings should not be yours nor your husbands to bear.

Talk together about what you both want on your special day and stay united in your decisions, as you will hopefully be for many years to come.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Pauline wants a unified, safe and peaceful society

DEAR News Of The Area,

AFTER five years of rapidly rising living costs and inflation, many people are struggling and are looking for a Government that will actually improve their living standards rather than making them worse.

Labor's policies are failing miserably.

The recent OECD Employment Outlook Report found that while the average member country has recorded a 5 per cent increase in living standards since March 2021, Australians have suffered a 5.1 per cent fall in living standards.

This is reprehensible.

Consequently, One Nation is becoming very popular, despite the efforts of those already in positions of power to maintain the status quo.

Pauline was indeed a small business owner who battled for her survival when she was younger.

She is unlike the majority of Labor and Green politicians, who have mostly only ever worked for the Labor Party, for a union, or for the Government.

Be wary of their lies, their spin and their unfounded false claims to denigrate Pauline and her Party. They will say almost anything to try to stop real change (that puts our best interests first) from coming to the Australian Government.

Pauline is a person of conviction and consistency, unlike our current leaders who frequently “change their position” to suit their current selfish agenda.

Her aim is to improve the living standards of all Australians, to end wasteful and pointless government spending, to provide equality and equal opportunity for all, and to create a unified, harmonious, safe and peaceful society.

The increasing popularity of One Nation is not a '”perversion” of democracy; it is, in fact, the very epitome of democracy, as the people cast their judgement upon decades of damaging political selfinterest and government policies that have failed, and continue to fail the Australian people.

Regards, Peter Williams,

The Write Direction

By John BLACKBOURN

How do you hide an oil tanker?

HOW do you hide an oil tanker ?

I thought the answer to a question like that might be “with a great deal of difficulty”. But it becomes a lot easier when you are not looking.

There are literally hundreds of ships anchored in the Gulf of Hormuz and none of them are allowed in or out of that waterway by both sides of the warring entities.

Iran’s land occupies the eastern side of the gulf and is using its strategic position to control who goes into or out from the straits, as a weapon to try to stop the USA from bombing their nation.

Whereas the USA has stationed its armada of warships across the mouth of the Straits and has used its navy to prevent any ships from entering or exiting the Straits as a method of bringing economic pressure to bear on the Arab nation of Iran, in order to achieve certain objectives.

However marine traffic observers have revealed that hundreds of commercial ships are making these journeys quite regularly by taking what is called “dark Journeys” through Iran’s tollbooth route, with their locator beacons switched off.

This is the direct opposite to what we are all told, which is that neither Iran nor the USA are allowing any ships access to the Straits, especially when carrying oil for export, as produced by Iran.

There are a number of marine intelligence agencies watching these waters and reporting on this no-go zone and what they see happening.

One is saying that some 40 dark transits happened very quickly after it was announced by the USA that this would not be allowed to happen.

While each of these watching organisations uses different parameters and methods for making these numbers available, it is clear that a good deal of oil-carrying traffic is happening, probably for political reasons.

China still seems to have access to oil from Iran carried on these vessels that the USA says cannot escape their naval blockade.

One intelligence company Kpler is reporting that 264 ships have recently passed through the straits since early June and that a few of those are Iranian flagged vessels and probably part of the dark fleet.

They travel at night without any lights and switch off their navigation beacons, but surely they can be tracked by radar and satellites.

What does that say for the US Navy’s ability, which is supposed to be stopping that traffic?

What is really going on?

OPINION & LETTERS

It’s time to let that go Logging in Pine Creek

DEAR News Of The Area,

ISN’T it time we stopped talking about the PM and Kylie Minogue?

(Ashamed of our Prime Minister, NOTA, 17/7/26.)

It seems to me that the PM found himself at a rather classless party where a silly game was played, pressed to commit to an answer to a tasteless question thereby expressing his admiration for a truly wonderful woman.

I'm sure Kylie is big enough

Stargazing

By Dave RENEKE

Look up into the sky and you look back in time

LOOK up at a clear night sky and you are not seeing the Universe as it is - you are seeing it as it was. Every point of light above you is a message from the past, carried across unimaginable distances at the speed of light.

Even the unaided eye can reach back years, decades, sometimes centuries.

With a telescope, that journey becomes even more dramatic: you are effectively looking across deep time.

In a very real sense, your telescope is a time machine.

The reason is simple, yet astonishing. Light does not arrive instantly. It travels at about 300,000 kilometres per second, which sounds fast - until you start measuring the Universe in kilometres.

The numbers quickly become absurd.

To describe the distance to even a nearby galaxy, you would need strings of digits so long they feel almost fictional.

Astronomers solve this by using light-years: the distance light travels in one year, roughly 10 trillion kilometres.

Once you think in these terms, even the Solar System becomes a place of delayed vision and communication.

The Moon you see tonight is not the Moon “now,” but the Moon as it was 1.3 seconds ago. Sunlight takes just over 8 minutes to reach Earth, meaning every sunset is slightly behind reality.

A telescope does not shorten this journey. It simply collects more of the ancient light, making distant objects brighter and more detailed.

What you gain in clarity, you do not gain in immediacy. You are always looking backward.

Scale this up further and the effect becomes mind-bending.

to accept the whole thing as a compliment and move on.

I would, but I am in my eighties.

As for "Fire the liar", something had to be done about negative gearing and capital gains, and changing course has allowed some oxygen into an all but mortally wounded housing market.

I am glad that the present government is in charge to deal with the things that really matter.

Margaret England,

Some of the stars in familiar constellations like Orion’s “Saucepan” pattern are so far away that any dramatic change occurring there would not be known to us for hundreds of years.

If one of those stars exploded tonight, Earth would continue to see its calm, unchanged light until the year 2900 or beyond.

We would be living through a cosmic delay of centuries.

Then there are galaxies - entire systems of billions of stars - whose light began its journey before humans even existed.

When you observe them, you are witnessing the Universe in its deep history, not its present state.

For many people, this idea becomes unforgettable the first time it truly sinks in. It did for me during the early days of the Space Age.

The launch of Sputnik 1 - the first artificial satellite - changed everything. A polished metal sphere roughly the size of a beach ball, it circled Earth every 98 minutes, broadcasting simple radio “beeps” that could be picked up worldwide.

To some, it was a curiosity. To others, it was a shock. To me, it was electrifying.

I remember listening to those faint beeps on a radio as a young observer and believing I had glimpsed something extraordinary passing overhead.

Later I learned that what I had likely seen was not Sputnik itself; it was too small - but the rocket stage that carried it, racing across the sky at orbital speed.

Yet the experience felt no less historic. I was watching humanity’s first steps into space unfold in real time.

DEAR News Of The Area,

My first foray into Pine Creek State Forest Compartments 32 and 33, from Clarkes Road some time ago, was enchanting.

It was an early, warm spring day, birds were singing and darting about, and stately trees lined the Council road.

These compartments are now actively being logged. Almost a month ago a patch of critically endangered scrub turpentine plants were found within the forest.

Forestry Corporation (FC) of NSW has conducted no nocturnal surveys to search for fauna species such as greater gliders, koalas, flying foxes and owls.This is despite the history of citizen scientists having seen or had evidence of some of these species.

On May 26, FC NSW closed compartments 32 and 33, together with nine other compartments not scheduled for logging, and no public access was allowed.

Citizen scientists were refused access to continue field studies and logging began rapidly afterwards, with no time given for further investigations.

Letters were written to several government departments, including the Department of Primary Industries (DPI), but responses received were little more than the standard form letters.

At no stage has anyone given an assurance that the plants marked and coordinates provided for would be protected. So what becomes of these plants?

In past weeks, clear-fell logging has been under way surrounding an identified koala hub.

The site is being reduced to bare earth, and after

burning canopies and other ‘residue’ after logging, multiple applications of herbicide will be applied.

The potential for soil erosion and runoff into waterways and creeks, affecting endangered frog species known to be there and other aquatic life, is significant.

No wonder we are heading towards extinction of so many plants and animals when government regulators are basically giving FC NSW a green light.

No wonder we are heading into extinction of so many plants and animals when our own departments, who are there supposedly to be a regulator for plantations, are giving forestry a green light.

Nesting time is soon, and perhaps even earlier with this warmer winter.

Where do birds go with such large areas being clear-felled or thinned of native vegetation?

Compartments 4 and 5 in Pine Creek State Forest ( PCSF) have recently been logged, with large amounts ending up as woodchip.

(PCSF) Compartment 14, along with its ‘Koala hub’, was clear-felled not that long ago.

And now Bird Flu has arrived at Hawks Nest.

Not a good time to be a bird here.

So called ‘plantations’ in our area include extensive remnant and regrowth of native vegetation. Yet many endangered species that they support are afforded little meaningful protection and are left to suffer the consequences of cumulative biodiversity loss. Or will it be humanity suffering?.

Regards, Angela Wallace,

And in that sense, nothing has changed.

Every time you look up, you are still travelling through time.

See my website for more stories www.davidreneke.com

Sputnik was only 56 centimetres across, with four long antennae extending like whiskers into the vacuum. But its impact was enormous. It marked the beginning of the Space Age and the Space Race - a moment when the night sky stopped being only a source of wonder and became a destination.

SUDOKU

HUDSWELL, Hayden

Late of Queensland, formerly of Laurieton. Loved by his family and those who knew him.

Aged 60 years

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a memorial service celebrating Hayden’s life to be held at St Andrews Uniting Church, Bold Street, Laurieton on Friday, 31st July 2026 commencing at 10:00am.

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IT OR LIST IT AUSTRALIA

TEN, 7.30pm

It’s the Melbourne suburb with a name that divides the locals from the pretenders: Prahran. It’s a pronunciation minefield for Englishborn real estate guru Andrew Winter (pictured), who visits the chic inner-city enclave with co-host Neale Whitaker in the fifth season of this property series. The pair are coming to the rescue of parents

Joel and Anna, who bought an art deco home on a corner block with the intention of knocking it down and rebuilding their dream dwelling – before parenthood and rising interest rates put the brakes on their budget. Whitaker sets about overhauling their existing layout to create a space that suits the young family, while Winter takes the couple on a tour of open-plan alternatives.

FRIDAY,

July 24

SUNDAY

MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA

TEN, 7pm

When it comes to VIP guests, this season of MasterChef has seen its fair share of star power – from Jimmy Barnes to Robert Irwin – but securing Sunday’s guest will be the show’s crowning achievement. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (pictured), is bringing her love of food, entertaining and seasonal produce to the kitchen for an unforgettable episode. The final four contestants are tasked with creating a dish that celebrates one of the Duchess’ favourite ingredients – among them artichokes, honey, macadamia nuts and quinces – and accompany it with a personal story that allows Meghan and judges Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli to feel a sentimental connection to the meal.

WEDNESDAY

with a missing teenage daughter (Eubha Akilade). Though Olivia disappeared some time ago, Chris and his wife Michelle (Vinette Robinson, pictured), herself a former undercover cop, are still calling on their professional skills and contacts in the hope of finding out what happened to their daughter. Inspired by the Japanese novel by Hideo Yokoyama, this fourpart series quickly tangles us up in another missing girl’s cold case, raising questions of cover-

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Monty Don’s Rhineland Gardens. (Premiere)

8.30 Saint-Pierre. (Mav) Arch and Fitz search the island for an infamous bank robber who’s escaped to Saint-Pierre. 9.15 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by comedian Adam Hills.

9.50 Would I Lie To You? (PG)

10.15 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

10.35 New Zealand Spy. (M, R)

11.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Mv, R)

11.45 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

1.00 WorldWatch. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 6.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games: Opening Ceremony Continued. 7.00 Sunrise. 9.30 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games: Opening Ceremony Highlights. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Quest For Camelot.

8.40 Rebuilding Notre Dame Cathedral Pt 2. (R)

9.50 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 19.

2.15 The Truth About Anxiety With Celia Pacquola. (Mad, R)

3.20 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers. (R)

4.20 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Night.

10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Early morning.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 21. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Melbourne Storm.

9.55 NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game.

10.45 MOVIE: Death Wish V. (1994, MA15+lv, R) A vigilante goes after mobsters. Charles Bronson.

12.40 Resident Alien. (Malv, R)

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)

9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.30 Merlin. 11.15 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 3pm The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007, M) 10.15 MOVIE: Walking Tall. (2004, M) 11.50 Arrow. 2.20am The Summit. 4.00 Barbie:

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9GO! (83) 6am The Movie Show. 6.20 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PG) 8.20 Satellite Boy. (2012, PG) 10.00 The Big Lebowski. (1998, M) 12.10pm After Hours. (1985, M)

M) 12.10am The Professor And The Madman. (2019, M) 2.35 Late Programs.

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6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) Hosted by Rebecca Gibney. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (R) A couple own a home in Brighton. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.40

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SATURDAY, July 25

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 The World From Above. (Return) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 3.00 Following The Flow. (PGal, R) 4.30 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (PG, R) 5.30 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights.

6.30 SBS World News.

6.05 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Brett plans a romantic trip away.

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Cooper & Fry. (Ma) A local photographer is found dead. 9.05 Doc Martin. (PG, R) Martin advises Mrs Moore to stop cold-water swimming until they’ve ruled out the cause of her migraines.

9.55 Believe Me. (R) The victims of a serial rapist fight for justice.

10.40 Little Disasters. (Mal, R) 11.25 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Octonauts And The Ring Of Fire. 4.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.15 MOVIE: Tummy Tom 2: A New Friend For Tummy Tom. (2024) 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. (Final) 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Chopped Junior. 10.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.40 Merlin. 11.25 Late Programs.

7.30 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 20. Le Bourg d’Oisans to Alpe d’Huez.

170.9km mountain stage. From France.

1.00 Underground Army. (Ma, R) The underground blows up trains.

2.55 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers: Future Of Ageing. (PG, R) Dr Michael Mosley focuses on medicine.

3.50 Ireland In Music: Sclimpini. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 Euronews.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Mastermind Australia. 6.40 The Mega-Brands That Built The World. 7.30 Record-Breaking Submarines. 8.35 Icons Unearthed: Harrison Ford. (Premiere) 9.30 MOVIE: Crossing Over. (2009, MA15+) 11.30

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am The Silver Brumby. (1993, PG) 7.45 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 10.00 The Fisher King. (1991, M) 12.30pm Only The Brave. (2017, M) 2.55 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PG) 4.55 The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PG) 6.30 Jumanji. (1995, PG) 8.30 Gone Girl. (2014, MA15+) 11.15 The Little Death. (2014, MA15+) 1am The Client. (1994, M) 3.15 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, July 26

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3.30 The

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5.00

6.30 Compass: Faith, Power And Modi.

(PG,

4.10

(PG,

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Race Around The World. William heads to Madagascar.

8.30 Treasure & Dirt. (Maln) Ivan and Nell finally catch up with Stanley. Nell gets a disturbing call from Phelan.

9.30 Believe Me. (Mals) Laila’s assault claim is dismissed by police.

10.15 Cooper & Fry. (Ma, R)

11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.40 Poh’s Kitchen On The Road. (R)

3.10 Doc Martin. (PG, R)

4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 The World From Above. (PG) 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Aust ProMX C’ship. 4.00 WorldWatch. 5.00 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.30 Cycling. Tour de France. H’lights.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Paris Underground.

8.30 Arc De Triomphe: The Passion Of A Nation. (PG, R)

9.30 Castle Secrets. (Mav, R)

10.25 Kennedy. (PG, R)

11.20 Framed. (PGad, R)

11.50 this bond i and Bondi. (PGns, R)

12.00 Beautiful Game Changers. (R)

12.05 Cycling. Tour de France. Stage 21.

4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 China Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 Euronews.

5.30 PBS News Horizons.

6.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 1: Morning. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 2: Early morning.

6.00 9News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Legally Blonde. (2001, PGls, R) A ditzy blonde enrols in law school. Reese Witherspoon.

9.30 MOVIE: Crazy, Stupid, Love. (2011, Mls, R) A middle-aged man’s wife asks for a divorce. Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling.

11.50 MOVIE: If I Stay. (2014, Ma, R)

1.50 My Way.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple live in the “worst house on the best street”, in a space that is not conducive at all to their lifestyle. 9.50 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) In Brisbane, a bystander calls in a crash in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD involving a motorcyclist and taxi. 10.50 Ambulance UK. (Mlm, R) Paramedics deal with a hit-and-run accident.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 3: Early morning.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 LEGO Masters Bricktacular. (Final, PG) Hosted by Hamish Blake. 8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.30 9News Late.

10.00 The First 48. (Mav)

11.00 Black Widow. (Premiere, MA15+a) 11.50 Murder In The 21st. (Mav) 12.40 For The Love Of Pets. (PGa, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 CampByMe.

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 3.40pm MOVIE:

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 2.45 Wiggle. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 The Wiggles.

Washington Week. 5.20 PBS News Compass Points. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 MOVIE: Ready Player One. (2018) 11.00 Under The Bridge. 12.50am QAnon: The Search For Q. 1.45 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am The Amazing Mr. Blunden. Continued. (2021, PG) 6.40 Dancing At Lughnasa. (1998, PG) 8.25 Jumanji. (1995, PG) 10.20 The Professor And The Madman. (2019, M) 12.45pm Rogue Agent. (2022, M) 2.55 The Silver Brumby. (1993, PG) 4.40 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 6.55 The Terror. (1963) 8.30 Arcadian. (2024, M) 10.10 Gangster Squad. (2013, MA15+) 12.15am Late Programs.

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12.00 FBI. (Madv, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Special guest is Meghan Markle. 8.15 Watson. (Md)

MONDAY, July 27

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Badgers: Their Secret World. 10.20 Kids Baking Championship. 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Big Fat Quiz Of Telly 2026.

9.10 Alone Australia. (Ml, R) 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R) 2.25 Merrill’s Marauders: Burma WWII. (Mav, R)

3.25 The Kim Dynasty: A Family Affair. (PGa, R)

4.20 Bamay. (R)

4.55 China Bitesize. (R)

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

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Evening. 8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 4: Early morning.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A

Tipping

Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30

6am The Terror.

Continued. (1963, M) 6.45 Finding Altamira. (2016, PG) 8.25 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 10.00 Arcadian. (2024, M) 11.40 The Client. (1994, M) 1.55pm The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PG) 3.30 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 5.25 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991, PG) 7.30 Michael Collins. (1996, M) 9.55 Seven Samurai. (1954, PG, Japanese) 1.35am Perrier’s Bounty. (2009, MA15+) 3.15 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, July 28

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Ice Age. 9.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.00 BattleBots. 10.45 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. 11.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Portugal With Michael Portillo. (PG, R) 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. (R)

11.20 The Negotiator. (Malv)

12.55 MOVIE: Julia. (2021, Mals, R)

2.40 A Certain Mother. (PGan, R)

4.00 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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Dan Aykroyd. 10.10 The Expanse. Midnight While The Men Are Away. 1.10 Dark Side Of The Ring. 2.05 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6am Mr. Holmes. Continued. (2015, PG) 6.55 Seven Samurai. (1954, PG, Japanese) 10.35 Princess Mononoke. (1997, M, Japanese) 1.05pm Finding Altamira. (2016, PG) 2.45 The Terror. (1963) 4.15 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 5.50 I Know Where I’m Going! (1945) 7.30 Resistance. (2020, M) 9.45 A Samurai In Time. (2023, PG, Japanese) 12.15am Darkland. (2017, MA15+, Danish) 2.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Evening. 8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Night. 10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Late. 12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 5: Early morning.

5.30 Sunrise.

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WEDNESDAY, July 29

TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 10.55 Foreign Correspondent. (R) 11.25 Back Roads. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.25 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.00 Race Around The World. (R) 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 10.05 Canada’s National Parks. (PG, R) 11.05 America’s Great Trails. (PGa, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS NewsHour. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 4.05 Ireland’s Wild Islands. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml) 8.40 Titanic Sinks Tonight. (Premiere, PGa) 9.45 Six Four. (Premiere, Mv)

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Forest Of The Missing. (MA15+asv, R)

2.55 Children Of Chaos: What Became Of WWII Orphans. (PGa, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Night.

10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 6: Early morning. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World. (Ml, R)

9.25 To Be Advised.

10.25 9News Late.

10.55 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

Pointless. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Global Shop. (R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

A Current Affair. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.30pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 3.25 Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.30 Young Sheldon. 8.50 Steven Universe. 10.00 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.55 Late Programs.

TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 11.00 New Zealand Spy. (PG, R) 11.25 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Believe Me. (Mals, R) 1.55 Back Roads. (PG, R) 2.25 Home Delivery. (R) 2.55 Race Around The World. (PG, R) 3.55 Frankie Drake. (PG) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.25pm Wiggle. 4.05 Andy’s Aquatic Adventures. 4.20 Santiago Of The Seas. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 5.55 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 HexVets And Magic Pets. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.40 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.05 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Ultimate Vets. 9.10 Animal Park. 9.55 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.40 Amazing Animal Friends. 11.30 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

Roadshow. (R)

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SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Where Angels

Fear To Tread. (1991, PG) 8.05 A Samurai In Time. (2023, PG, Japanese) 10.30 Michael Collins. (1996, M) 12.55pm Once Upon A Time In China II. (1992, M, Cantonese) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.35 Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind. (1984, PG) 5.50 Brief Encounter. (1945, PG) 7.30 Dog Day Afternoon. (1975, M) 9.45 Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai. (1999, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs.

THURSDAY, July 30

6.00

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2.00 Queens That Changed The World. (Ms, R) 3.10 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. (R) 3.40 Ireland’s Wild Islands. (PGa, R) 4.40 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Spain With Michael Portillo. (PG)

8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For France. (PGa) Eva Longoria continues her journey in Burgundy.

9.20 Say Nothing. (Premiere)

10.10 SBS World News Late.

10.40 Bonn. (Mav, R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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Mysteries From Above. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 9.20 The UnBelievable With Dan Aykroyd. 10.10 Alone Australia. 11.20 The Expanse. 1am The Change. 2.10 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am The Movie Show. 6.30 Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind. (1984, PG) 8.40 Know Where I’m Going! (1945) 10.25 Resistance. (2020, M) 12.40pm The Tunnel (Part 1) (2001, M) 2.25 Rabbit-Proof Fence. (2002, PG) 4.10 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 5.50 The Blockhouse. (1973, PG) 7.30 The Prestige. (2006, M) 9.55 The Last Samurai. (2003, MA15+) 12.45am Late Programs.

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6am Room For Improvement. 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 Better Homes. 1.00 Secrets Of Beautiful Gardens. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain

6am Morning Programs. 10.00 The Car Club. 10.30 American Resto. 11.00 Storage Wars.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Evening.

8.30 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Night.

10.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Late.

12.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Overnight.

2.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Pre-dawn.

4.00 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Day 7: Early morning.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League.

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