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Preschool educators rally for equal pay

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Harbour Gurmesh Singh, where protesters called on his support.

Organised by the Independent Education Union of Australia (IEU), the rally follows two years of failed negotiations with the NSW Government.

Educators are seeking pay parity with school teachers and to ensure the survival of the not-for-profit community preschool model.

Sarah Barcala, Director of Urunga Community Preschool, told News Of The Area, “Our rally will show that the community values their preschools and will place additional pressure on the NSW government to act.

“The pay disparities are resulting in difficulties in attracting and retaining committed and appropriately qualified staff.”

The impact of this inequity leaves educators feeling undervalued, which can be felt in the classroom.

Janice Hoffman, an Early Childhood Teacher and Educational Leader at Nambucca Heads Preschool Playcentre, warned that the lack of professional recognition is taking a toll.

“Staff feel like babysitters instead of

educators,” Ms Hoffman said.

“For the children, this means losing the continuity of educators, which can undermine their feelings of safety and security.”

Janine Reibel, Director of the Nambucca Heads centre, added that the region faces a “devastating” ripple effect if the funding gap isn’t closed.

IEU data shows that community preschool educators earn up to 30 percent less annually than school teachers with equal qualifications, and approximately 15 percent less than their counterparts in long day care centres.

For example, a graduate teacher in a primary school earns $90,177, while a preschool teacher with five years’ experience earns just $86,264.

The decision to take industrial action was not made lightly.

Sarah Earsman, acting director of Valla Beach Community Preschool, noted their management committee voted to close the preschool for industrial action for the first time in its 42-year history.

“We don’t want to sacrifice the high quality of education we provide, nor do we want to pass the cost to parents who are

already under financial strain,” Ms Earsman explained.

She said that parents have been supportive of the decision because they want to protect the high quality of education provided by the preschool.

The “Start Strong Pay Fair” campaign aligns with a recent Fair Work Commission recommendation that the NSW government review and increase funding needed to deliver long overdue pay rises to the sector.

The IEU and local preschool directors are urging the community to stand with them, and encourage supporters to write to their State MPs seeking their support for fair funding in the upcoming budget.

Forest industry future under review

By John WATTS

THE forestry industry has been a contested space in NSW for many years, with some supporting the continuation of native hardwood logging and others strongly opposing it.

The issue was brought into sharper focus recently with the announcement by the NSW Government of its intention to create the Great Koala National Park (GKNP).

The establishment of the GKNP will result in areas which are presently state forest, where logging is permissible, being converted into national park, where logging is prohibited.

Clearly wishing to find a way forward, the NSW Government is developing a Forestry Industry Action Plan (FIAP), which it has indicated will address the following issues:

- The sustainability of current and future forestry operations in NSW,

- The environmental and cultural values of forests, including threatened species,

- The community demand for timber products, particularly as relates to NSW housing, construction, mining, transport and retail,

- The future of softwood and hardwood plantations and the continuation of Private Native Forestry in helping meet timber supply needs,

- The role of State Forests in maximising the delivery of a range of environmental, economic and social outcomes,

- Opportunities to realise carbon and biodiversity benefits and support carbon and biodiversity markets, and mitigate and adapt to climate change risks, and

- Greenhouse gas emission impacts of different uses of forests and assessment of climate change risks to forests.

As part of the development of its FIAP the government appointed a panel, titled The Independent Forestry Panel, to consult with various stakeholders and to then provide a report to the government about the various viewpoints.

In producing its report, the panel consulted

with representatives from the timber industry, forest growers, environment groups, unions, Aboriginal communities, local government, business, related industries, tourism, scientific experts and the Commonwealth Government.

More than 1,700 submissions were received.

“Making this report available to the public is a key step toward modernising forestry in a way that protects biodiversity,” said Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Climate Change, Energy, Heritage and Environment.

“Following the finalisation of the Stakeholder Report, the panel has been tasked to produce a Considerations Report.

“This report will… identify opportunities to ensure the ongoing sustainability of the NSW forestry industry and support jobs.”

This will be through:

- The NSW Government’s moratorium on logging in the proposed area for the Great Koala National Park,

- Changes to the Commonwealth’s Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

- Opportunities the Australian Carbon Credit Unit Scheme could offer state forestry reform, including potential revenue for the NSW Government.

The Panel’s Stakeholder Report is available online at nsw.gov.au by searching the “independent-forestry-panel-stakeholderreport”.

PARK PROGRESS

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While the central focus of the visit was on consultation with local Aboriginal representatives, the Minister announced other aspects of ongoing planning.

These included boosting firefighting capacity with the NSW Rural Fire Service and Forestry Corporation NSW through more firefighters, new equipment and early detection technologies.

She also discussed refining park boundaries for the best conservation possibilities and working with local tourism, council and other partners to unlock new visitor and recreation opportunities.

“The Minns Labor

Government has been working closely with the community to ensure planning delivers strong environmental protection, while driving nature-based and recreational tourism on the Mid North Coast,” said Ms Sharpe.

For the first time, the GKNP will appoint NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Aboriginal cultural heritage rangers, aiming to place Indigenous knowledge at the centre of park management.

The positions will be created through collaboration with Elders and Traditional Owners on the GKNP’s Aboriginal Advisory Panel.

Ms Sharpe acknowledged

the area as a significant cultural landscape for the Gumbaynggirr and Dunghutti peoples, home to places of creation, ceremony and spirituality, traditional camps, resource gathering areas and pathways.

“The Great Koala National Park is a once-ina-generation opportunity to protect one of Australia’s most important koala populations while recognising the deep cultural connection Traditional Owners have to this landscape,” she said.

Glenn Storrie, Principal Project Officer with NPWS, said, “It’s very clear that the community wants both conservation plus access and use.

“We aim to deliver an amazing national park

and manage it for the conservation of koalas but also for the fun and enjoyment of the community.”

Minister for the North Coast Janelle Saffin described the GKNP as a landmark investment for the region, which will provide environmental protection while “driving new local jobs and economic opportunities for our communities”.

Legislation to reserve the GKNP will be prepared later this year.

According to the NSW Government, the final creation of the park is dependent on the successful registration of a carbon project under the proposed Improved Native Forest Management method, which is progressing following public consultation in

January. The method is expected to be considered by the Commonwealth Government’s Independent Emissions Reduction

Protest reignites dolphin debate

By Kate PYE

A SMALL protest outside the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary (CCWS) reignited debate over dolphin captivity on Saturday, 9 May.

The local rally, organised by the Animal Justice Party NSW, was part of the global “Empty the Tanks” campaign which calls for an end to dolphin shows, swim-with programs and lifelong confinement of marine animals.

At the centre of the discussion locally are three dolphins - Bella (20), Jet (18)

years in human care may not have the skills needed to survive in the wild.

“Hunting, avoiding danger and integrating into wild pods are learned behaviours.

“Without them, release could put the animals at serious risk.

“We have a responsibility to care for them until they pass.”

Community member Mike Gunner said the ongoing captivity of the dolphins ignores basic biology.

“A dolphin born in a tank still has the same brain, instincts and emotional complexity as one born in the wild, ” he said.

“Captivity doesn’t remove those needs - it just prevents them from being met.”

He also questioned the role of captivity in education

“Lots of kids are into dinosaurs… and they’ve never seen them in a zoo,” he said, arguing learning does not require keeping animals

The sanctuary is a not-forprofit, funded through visitor programs, and operates

and Aquarium Association (ZAA).

Ms Cross, who took over the Sanctuary in 2023, said the facility is shifting away from entertainment-based programs.

“We’re about real conservation and action now, not just entertainment,” she said.

“The sanctuary is also involved in marine rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

“It provides care for injured, sick, and stranded marine animals, contributing to conservation outcomes along the Coffs Coast.”

However, their website continues to offer a range of paid experiences, including with seals and “ultimate dolphin encounters”.

NSW banned dolphin breeding in captivity in 2021, ending new captive dolphin births in the state.

This leaves Queensland as the only state in Australia still allowing breeding at marine parks such as Sea World Australia, which critics say continues the cycle of captivity.

In a counter to the Empty the Tanks protest, a ‘Standing with the Sanctuary’ event was also held at the CCWS on

Further charges laid after fatal crash

A MAN will face additional charges after a fatal crash at Toormina in February.

charged with driving related offences.

About 12.15am on Saturday 21 February, emergency services were called to Minorie Drive, Toormina, following reports of a crash.

Officers attached to Coffs/Clarence Police District attended and found a sedan had crashed into an unoccupied truck.

The front passenger – 18-year-old man Rhys Hector – was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics, however died at the scene.

The driver – 27-year-old man Liam Bray – was treated for minor injuries, before being taken to hospital for mandatory testing and further assessment, under police guard.

A crime scene was established and investigations into the circumstances of the crash commenced with the assistance of specialist police from the Crash Investigation Unit.

Upon release from hospital, Mr Bray was taken to Coffs Harbour Police Station where he was

He remains before the court.

On Sunday 10 May, officers received mandatory blood testing results which returned an alcohol reading of 0.165.

Following inquiries, Mr Bray was charged with “aggravated dangerous driving occasioning death – PCA”, “dangerous driving occasioning death – drive under influence”, and “drive with high range PCA”.

He was due to appear before Coffs Harbour Local Court on Tuesday (after time of writing).

Summit highlights infrastructure gap in regional housing supply

By Mick BIRTLES

A STRONG call for greater infrastructure investment to unlock housing supply in regional areas was delivered by Nambucca Valley Council at a housing summit in Coffs Harbour.

Council representatives attended the Business NSW Mid North Coast Housing Summit on 1 May, joining leaders from government, industry and local councils to examine housing challenges and the impact of recent NSW Government planning reforms.

The summit, organised by Business NSW Mid North Coast, focused on the growing gap between housing demand and supply across regional communities.

Business NSW’s Rod Barnaby said the forum reinforced concerns raised by businesses about the current housing system.

“We heard that regional

infrastructure is the biggest single issue impacting housing supply, which is now a core economic constraint for regional businesses,” he said.

“Other issues include coordination across different levels of government, addressing workforce shortages in planning, the cost of accreditation, certification and delays in approval, and the ‘missing middle’ typologies needed to meet the needs of regional markets.”

Nambucca Valley Council Director of Development and Environment Services Daniel Walsh was among those participating in a panel discussion at the summit.

Mr Walsh told attendees that while planning reform is a positive step, it will not on its own deliver the housing outcomes required in regional areas.

“We welcome the NSW Government’s focus on

planning reform, however they do not go far enough and the reality for regional councils is that housing supply is constrained not just by planning, but by the availability of essential infrastructure,” he said.

“Nambucca Valley is well positioned to support population growth and deliver new housing, but we need infrastructure investment to unlock that potential and ensure development can proceed in a timely and sustainable way.”

During the discussion, Mr Walsh highlighted the importance of investment in essential services such as water, sewer, roads and supporting infrastructure to make development-ready land viable.

He pointed to Council’s Valla Urban Growth Area as a key example, where land directly controlled by Council could deliver around 140 new homes, with more than

q A panel of local government representatives and planning experts presenting at the Business NSW Mid North Coast Housing Summit in Coffs Harbour on Friday 1 May Nambucca Valley Council Director of Development and Environment Services, Daniel Walsh (pictured second from right), welcomed the government’s focus on planning reform to unlock more regional housing, however he advocated that it had to be coupled with greater lead-in infrastructure investment to be effective. Photo: supplied.

500 additional dwellings potentially available across the broader precinct on privately owned residential land.

It was also noted that despite planning reforms, the number of development applications in the system has not decreased and ongoing workforce shortages across the state are likely to limit any significant reduction in approval timeframes.

Council has reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for targeted funding and stronger alignment between policy and infrastructure delivery to ensure regional communities can play a meaningful role in addressing Australia’s housing challenges.

Flood of submissions against Sandy Beach development

By Kim SATCHELL

CITY of Coffs Harbour has received more than 800 objections to a proposed 113lot residential subdivision (0220/25DA) in Sandy Beach, with just one submission received in support.

As previously reported in NOTA, the Sandy Beach community has been vocal in its long-term disapproval of the subdivision proposed by developer Elite Constructions at Ti-Tree Road, which was knocked back by the Northern Regional Planning Panel last year.

The proposal is currently subject to an appeal in the NSW Land and Environment

Court.

Residents had the chance to have their say on an amended proposal from 17 February to 17 March via City of Coffs Harbour’s DA tracker.

Sandy Beach Action Group (SANDBAG) Executive Committee member Ian Foskett told News Of The Area, “Congratulations to all those concerned citizens who made submissions, for standing strong and loudly voicing objections to this disastrous development.

“The Hearnes Lake floodplain is no home for houses,” he said.

Elite Constructions has also applied to the Minister for Planning to modify a 2010 Concept Plan approval, the application for which is currently on exhibition via the NSW Planning Portal.

SANDBAG members are currently digesting these concept plan modifications, and are holding information days to discuss and assist locals who wish to make a submission.

The community is invited to attend the Sandy Beach Reserve from 9am to 3pm on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May to learn more.

City of Coffs Harbour councillor Jonathan Cassell said the proposed development risks the area’s sensitive environmental values.

“Development within the Hearnes Lake area will clearly further degrade Hearnes Lake but also threaten to harm the incredible flat-top reef that supports nearby fishing, surfing and marine research,” he said.

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Warning signs ‘not soon enough’

By Andrea FERRARI

WARNING signs at the north Park Beach carpark, near Macauley’s headland, are due to be re-installed by City of Coffs Harbour after being destabilised by coastal erosion.

“Not soon enough,” said one Korora Beach user, a man aged 60, who told News Of The Area that he had recently seen a near drowning there.

“I was at the north end of Park Beach, near the carpark looking east, when I noticed a swimmer getting taken out by a rip,” he said.

The swimmer pushed towards the beach but each time he stopped to get his breath back, he was pulled “further out”.

“Luckily a surfer just pulled up in his car, and I alerted him… and he hurriedly ran out and saved the guy.

“As he dropped him on the beach, another swimmer got into trouble in the same spot near the headland.”

The surfer went back out and completed a second rescue.

“The guy who helped had an accent and I asked him where he was from. He told me he was from Texas.

“He saved two swimmers that morning.”

The incidents prompted calls for the urgent replacement of signage warning of the dangers at the unpatrolled beach.

A City of Coffs Harbour spokesperson confirmed to NOTA that a work order had been placed.

“A beach advisory sign near the carpark at Macauley’s will be installed after the previous sign at this location, in the dunes, appears to have been removed by coastal erosion,” they said.

The signs are expected soon.

q Warning signs removed after erosion at the north end of Park Beach.

q The site of two rescues at Macauley’s headland end of Park Beach.

Man charged after alleged home invasion

A MAN has been charged after an alleged home invasion in Coffs Harbour last week.

Just after 6.30pm on Thursday 7 May, officers attached to Coffs/Clarence Police District responded to Eugourie Close, Coffs Harbour.

Police were told a man allegedly entered the home, armed with a machete and carrying a can of fuel, before threatening and assaulting an occupant.

On arrival, officers located and arrested 43-year-old man Bowen Hedges inside the home.

A machete and can of fuel were seized.

Mr Hedges was taken to Coffs Harbour Police Station, where he was charged with five offences: - aggravated break and enter and commit serious indictable offence-armed, - common assault, - destroy or damage property less than or equal to $2000, and - intimidate officer in execution of duty (two counts).

He appeared before Bail Division Court 1 on Friday 8 May, where he was refused bail to appear on 15 July before the Local Court - Crime at Coffs Harbour.

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Painful wounds reopened for Yazidi community

THE Yazidi community in Australia has expressed “deep concern” following the return of women allegedly linked to the Islamic State (ISIS) to Australia.

Local leaders have now warned that the issue has reopened painful wounds for survivors of the Yazidi genocide.

Beginning with attacks on Yazidi villages in northern Iraq in August 2014, ISIS militants killed thousands of men and abducted and enslaved thousands of women and children.

Sami Sheebo, a prominent advocate for the Yazidi community in Coffs Harbour, said many families and survivors are experiencing renewed trauma and anxiety as discussions surrounding the return of former ISIS

affiliates continue.

“The Yazidi community still carries the pain of genocide, displacement, and the loss of thousands of innocent people,” Mr Sheebo said.

“For many survivors, especially women who endured ISIS captivity and slavery, these developments bring back very painful memories and emotional scars.”

The atrocities committed against the Yazidi people have been recognised internationally as genocide by the United Nations and several governments around the world.

Members of the Australian Yazidi community are calling on authorities to ensure that any individuals accused of supporting

terrorism or participating in crimes against humanity are fully investigated and held accountable under Australian law.

“We respect Australia’s legal system and democratic values,” Mr Sheebo said.

“At the same time, survivors deserve justice, protection, and reassurance that their suffering is being taken seriously.”

Mr Sheebo also emphasised the need for greater mental health and trauma support services for Yazidi survivors living in Australia, many of whom continue to struggle with the long-term psychological impact of war, displacement, and persecution.

“Many survivors rebuilt their lives in Australia believing they had finally found safety and peace,” he said.

“News surrounding ISIS-related cases can

retraumatise families and create fear within the community.”

Mr Sheebo acknowledged the work of Australian authorities and humanitarian organisations but said ongoing consultation with affected communities is essential.

“The voices of survivors must remain central in these conversations,” he said.

“The Yazidi community wants peace, justice, and safety for everyone.”

Australia is home to a growing Yazidi community, many of whom arrived through humanitarian resettlement programs after fleeing violence in Iraq and Syria.

Community organisations across the country continue to support Yazidi families through cultural programs, settlement assistance, advocacy, and mental health initiatives.

Local community members say they hope greater awareness of the Yazidi experience will encourage continued support for survivors and stronger action against extremism in all forms.

So far a group of 13 women and children allegedly connected to ISIS have been returned to Australia from Syria. Three women have been charged, two with slaveryrelated charges.

Digital guide to Botanic Garden’s 6,000 plants

By Andrea FERRARI

TO mark Botanic Gardens Week, the Friends of the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden in Coffs Harbour are launching a public portal connected to a digital map of more than 6,000 plants.

Called Hortis, the program enables visitors to search the garden’s Living Plants Collection.

Users can read about a plant and then find it in the garden using their mobile phone.

A team of volunteers has been methodically checking all the plants listed on the database and recording their exact location in the garden on a digital map using GPS technology.

“The Botanic Garden is much more than just a beautiful parkland of plants,” said Graham Tupper, President of the Friends of the Botanic Garden.

“It is also a curated collection of plant diversity, including rare and endangered species, which is vital to scientific research and conservation.

“The Living Plants Collection database is the result of years of work by a dedicated team of garden volunteers led by database coordinator Rhonda Sorensen.

“The Friends of the Garden want the community and local schools to have easy access to this living library of plant biodiversity

at the heart of Coffs Harbour.”

The Living Plants database is also an essential tool for supporting the Botanic Garden’s important conservation role and its work in the plant nursery, herbarium and seed bank, which is conducted by volunteers in collaboration with the City of Coffs Harbour.

Free guided walks are offered to visitors during Botanic Gardens Week from Monday 18 May to Sunday 24 May to learn more about the Living Plant Collection and how to use Hortis in the garden.

Registration via the garden website is required: coffsbotanicgarden.com.au.

Man winched from cruise

A WESTPAC Rescue Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance to a cruise ship located 40kms off the Coffs Coast at around 1:30pm on Thursday 7 May.

The helicopter’s critical care medical team were winch inserted to the vessel to assess and stabilise a male in his 70s who had suffered a serious medical episode on the ship.

The patient and medical team were subsequently winch extracted and the patient was flown to Gold Coast University Hospital in a serious condition.

Heritage, heart and high spirits at Bellingen Show

By Jessica MILLER

WITH characteristic flair and the added joy of sunny weather, the Bellingen Show delighted audiences once more on 9 and 10 May.

After the unfortunate washout in 2025, the Show’s return to the historic Bellingen Showgrounds saw a significant turnout from the local community and visitors alike.

The pavilion remained a popular drawcard, showcasing a diverse range of talent across more than 350 individual competition classes.

Farm produce, baking, arts and crafts were all on display, highlighting the creativity and skills of the local community.

In the handicraft section, winners of the local Quilted Patchwork Competition will qualify for the AgShows NSW

Group Finals.

There were a number of ‘firsts’ this year, including the "Healthy Lunchbox" cookery category, Fashions Off The Field and the Junior Young Farmer Challenge.

In the Artisan Hub visitors were invited to dabble in ceramics and pottery and engage with experts in illustration, needle painting, fibre arts and Japanese kokedama (moss bowls).

Dubravka Sabljak is a painter and ceramic artist who helped visitors develop their pottery skills.

“When the organisers asked me to be part of the Show, I was really excited because it means being part of a community, it’s a way of socialising and is just so much fun,” she said.

“The atmosphere gives you that sense of family.”

The entertainment marquee, a perennial favourite, hosted talks on environmental resilience and sustainable living practices, along with an array of musical

acts including student performances and the Youth Music Showcase.

In the main arena children enjoyed watching the horse events, such as show jumping, pony club and breed classes, while cattle classes were judged in the cattle arena on Friday and Saturday.

Without the presence of mechanical rides, the program focused on heritage and local participation, including the woodchop, the Mongrel Dog Show, the Partner Carrying Competition, and traditional games like the egg and spoon race.

There were many more attractions, too numerous to list.

Essentially, if you want it, the show has got it.

The atmosphere across the two days demonstrated that the Bellingen Show remains a vital part of the Bellingen region’s annual social and agricultural calendar.

Wrapping up, organisers thanked the army of volunteers who make this event possible, with everyone already hoping the 2027 show is blessed with fine weather.

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Music scholarship for Luca

By Andrea FERRARI

“Young

Luca attends Narranga

Pink Ladies donate to patient comfort

COFFS Harbour Health

Campus has welcomed a generous $24,960 donation from the Coffs Harbour Pink Ladies, funding the purchase of 10 BD BodyGuard T syringe pumps with lock boxes.

The pumps play a vital role in maintaining patient comfort as an alternative method of providing medication for symptom management.

Palliative Care staff use these pumps to help reduce the impact of advanced illness on patients and families while supporting clinicians in providing calm, consistent and compassionate care.

The donated pumps have been distributed throughout the hospital where they will be best used, ensuring that patients who need symptom relief can receive it without

delay.

This includes patients receiving end of life care as well as those living with a range of conditions that require stable and reliable symptom management.

Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant Michelle Jeffery said the donation would expand the availability of pumps across the facility.

“We are so very grateful to

Public School and studies dance at Carnivale Dance Studio in Coffs Harbour.

He already has an impressive career.

His devotion to studying tap, ballet, lyrical and contemporary styles has led to success in eisteddfods in Coffs Harbour, Grafton, Armidale and Port Macquarie.

He has appeared for two consecutive years in the invitation-only Mid North Coast Dance Ensemble and was recently appointed principal dancer in the Pulse Alive School Spectacular held at Sydney Olympic Park’s Ken Rosewell Arena.

Last year, Luca starred as the “strange child” in the soon-to-be-released horror thriller, Meat Daddy, while he recently shot his first television advertisement.

He is also set to perform

the Pink Ladies who donated the pumps which will help ensure that every identified patient has timely access to this essential equipment,” she said.

The Mid North Coast Local Health District gave “heartfelt thanks” to the Pink Ladies whose generosity continues to make a meaningful difference to patients, families and clinical teams every day.

the role of Michael Banks in a major combined schools production.

While he revels in performance across a variety of genres, Luca’s favorite dance style is tap.

In response to being awarded the scholarship, he said he appreciates the Society’s financial assistance.

“It helps me compete in important competitions and auditions in NSW.”

This is the second year the society’s scholarship has assisted a young creative.

“The entire committee enthusiastically wishes [Luca] every success,” Dr Summers said.

“The Music Society recognises the vital importance of professional development for young people in the arts.”

Free youth space in Toormina

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Collective (BBYC), expressed an interest to use the space in the Community Centre –which is being redesigned –initially for 2.5 hours twicea-week.

This would support them to open the space to young people from 3.30 to 5.30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Hire fees of $20 per hour for not-for-profit organisations would normally apply.

“This is about providing a fast and practical positive result for the community in the Toormina precinct while the bigger piece of work continues,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.

“Renovations to parts of the Toormina Community Centre will create a space that is welcoming to young people.”

The Toormina Precinct Review has already seen

International day for ovarian cancer awareness

By Jessica MILLER

WORLD Ovarian Cancer Day is held every 8 May, and a local woman is calling for greater research funding and awareness of this cryptic disease.

Around 2,000 Australian women are diagnosed annually.

According to the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF), 70 percent of diagnoses occur at an advanced stage where the survival rate is just 29 percent.

However, when caught in the early stages, survival jumps to between 70 and 90 percent.

Ovarian Cancer Australia (OCA) CEO Debbie Shiell emphasised the day’s importance.

“World Ovarian Cancer Day is about more than just raising awareness - it’s a global call to action to close the gaps that cost lives and ensure that no woman is left behind,” she said.

“We’re calling for urgent, sustained investment in research, treatment and support - because without it, outcomes for women simply will not improve.”

Early diagnosis is hampered by vague symptoms that are “easy to overlook”, according to Coffs Coast health professional Louise, who was diagnosed in late 2025 with Stage 4 cancer.

OCA lists symptoms such as increased abdominal size, persistent bloating, pelvic pain, feeling full quickly, or an urgent need to urinate.

Other signs can include

back pain, fatigue, and nausea.

These are often wrongly attributed to irritable bowel syndrome, endometriosis, or menopause.

As someone who has always led a healthy and active lifestyle, Louise says, “If it can happen to me, it can happen to anyone.”

Known risk factors include age, smoking, obesity, and conditions like endometriosis.

Genetics can also play a role, specifically for those with Lynch syndrome or BRCA1/BRCA2 mutations.

Two organisations currently lead the fight against ovarian cancer: OCA focuses on care, providing specialist nurses and other supports, while the OCRF funds medical research.

The OCRF notes the breast cancer survival rate is now 92 percent due to 30 years of dedicated advocacy.

extensive engagement with young people, schools, the wider community, and service providers.

“Stage 2 of the review will consider the feasibility of a purpose-built youth space in Toormina, along with the feasibility of an age-diverse District-level playground within the precinct,” City Planning and Communities Director Ian Fitzgibbon said.

The review will help inform a proposed Toormina Youth and Community Recreation Precinct Masterplan for the area between Sawtell Road and Hulberts Road.

A masterplan, currently unfunded, would examine:

• Feasibility of a purpose-built youth space

• Feasibility of a multi-age-friendly playground

• Potential Toormina Library expansion; and

• Evaluation of the existing skate park, velodrome, BMX track and sporting fields in the precinct.

Currently, there is no early screening test and ovarian cancer is usually identified by ultrasound or CT scan.

The OCA’s website lists a more comprehensive set

of symptoms and other key information.

It suggests keeping a symptom diary and consulting a doctor if any are persistent.

Louise emphasised that women should feel empowered to seek second opinions and push for testing if they aren’t comfortable with initial diagnoses.

Urunga LifeHouse Care expands

By Andrea FERRARI

LIFEHOUSE Care’s Urunga Pantry has been growing its offerings since moving into a new space within the village’s Lifehouse Church.

After relocating from the nearby arcade last spring to a larger space inside its Urunga church building, the team introduced complementary tea and coffee for customers.

“It went well, so we then introduced a morning tea every Thursday morning during Pantry opening hours between 10am and noon,” Community Pantry leader

Kellie Small said.

“We have between 12 and 16 volunteers every Thursday morning, some of whom start very early picking up fruit and vegetables.”

Produce is donated by Fullers in Bellingen, Urunga Bakery and OzHarvest.

The atmosphere created is bustling and welcoming as more community members learn about the morning tea and join in: “especially more mature community members who could be feeling quite lonely and isolated as they get older.”

The team has recruited volunteers who play a social role at the informal café; lending an ear, listening and chatting.

The space has also welcomed the Neighbourhood Centres of Bellingen Shire Inc’s supported playgroup, which meets every second week.

Facilitated by the Early Childhood and Family Wellbeing Service, and led by Honey Cairns and Julia Brown, the group is growing.

“It gives the mums a chance to talk to [others] at the same stage in life,” Ms

Small said.

The outdoor area is about to be fenced, creating an additional safe place for the children’s activities.

“And we've got plans for a little outside garden down the track where we could grow some herbs.”

It is also an opportunity for the Neighbourhood Centre to provide the mums with a wraparound service.

“If someone's having a challenging time with their child or might need an early childcare nurse or help through Centrelink, Honey can support them through

those different processes or put them in touch with someone else who can help them out.”

Ms Small acknowledged a special donation by Foodbank NSW and ACT, who gifted around 50 Mother's Day bags containing feminine luxuries including perfume and moisturiser and skincare.

The beauty bags were distributed to mums in the area.

“Some of them told us they had never had such lovely items before; it was so rewarding to give them these

treats.”

LifeHouse Care, founded in Coffs Harbour 30 years ago, provides crisis relief and assistance to locals experiencing hardship, The core ‘businesses’Community Care, Pantries, combined Op Shops and The Hub - work hand in hand to provide personalised and practical connection and empowerment that help facilitate positive change.

LifeHouse Care operates seven food pantries across the Coffs Coast region serving locals low-cost groceries and products.

Local talent hits the cabaret stage

By Jessica MILLER

ONE of Bellingen’s favourite theatrical exports recently delivered his inaugural performance as support artist for the touring cabaret show “Max to the Max”.

Raji Renshaw is already well known locally and farther afield, having starred in commercials for AAMI, McDonalds and Toyota.

He has wowed audiences on fashion runways in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast - all this at only 17 years old.

Raji counts modelling, acting, dancing and public speaking in his repertoire and is represented by ZBD, an international talent agency championing inclusion.

He appears in “Ochre & Sky” at the National Museum of Australia and is

set to appear in an upcoming episode of ABC’s “Teenage Boss”.

“Max to the Max” is a comedy dance and cabaret show devised and performed by Max McAuley.

Max, like Raji, has Down syndrome.

At 32, he has 14 years of training and performing experience.

While the show originally premiered in Melbourne in 2024, Raji was invited to participate for the 2026 production and they opened the show at the Bellingen Memorial Hall on 26 April.

“I love being the support act, it’s pretty great!” Raji said.

“This is a big show, it’s exciting to do a show with another performer with Down syndrome.

“I’m looking forward to

the tour; I’ve never done a tour.

“I can’t wait to perform and to spend time with Max.”

Collaborating with Max, director Ché Pritchard, Philip Channells and Anna Wallman, Raji is building professional networks and mentoring relationships.

These partnerships are likely to lead to future inclusive arts projects in regional NSW.

In “Max to the Max” Raji offers a unique performance.

It is authentic, funny and engaging, appealing to a wide audience.

With his vivacious presence he is helping to make sure people with Down syndrome are visible, belong and have their turn in the limelight.

“I will say this to all the people out there just like me

with Down syndrome,” Raji said.

“I want to show them how I am, how I feel, how we all feel love and give big thanks

to the world.

“We are lucky to be different.

“We are all different and together we are all one, that’s who we are.

“I am really proud to be me.

“To people with Down syndrome… follow your dreams!”

“Max to the Max” will tour to Ballina on 5 June and Newcastle on 26 June.

Neighbourhood Centre celebrates 30 years

By Leigh WATSON

FOR more than three decades, the Woolgoolga Neighbourhood Centre has quietly become one of the community’s most important support hubs - a place where people can find help, connection and a welcoming face when they need it most.

Now the Centre is inviting the community to celebrate its 30-year milestone with an Open Day on Saturday 23 May from 10.30am to 2.30pm.

Established by the community in 1994 in response to a growing need for local welfare and community services, the Centre has evolved into a vital grassroots organisation delivering practical support and bringing people and services together.

Centre Manager Rashmere Bhatti, who has been involved with the

Neighbourhood Centre since its beginnings, said one of its greatest strengths has been its ability to respond directly to local needs.

“We provide such a lot of services for people in Woolgoolga in all kinds of situations,” she said.

Over the years, the Centre has delivered a wide range of services including information and referral support, conversational English classes, homework assistance, Centrelink help and children’s programs.

But it has also played an important role in identifying gaps in local support and advocating for these services to be established in the community – and often, establishing them.

Rashmere said the Centre’s impact goes far beyond programs and practical assistance.

“It’s about human

connection. We never close the door on anyone, having a cup of tea, providing a listening ear and making people feel welcome.”

The celebration will also celebrate National Volunteer Week and recognise the volunteers who, says Rashmere, have been critical to the growth of the Centre

over the past 30 years.

“Our volunteers bring their life experience, skills and heart to everything they do.

“They’re the face of the Centre, and we simply couldn’t operate without them.”

The Open Day will feature live music, cultural dance performances, mindfulness

activities, children’s craft activities, a barbecue and a special birthday cake ceremony.

A memory wall capturing the history of the Centre from 1992 to today will also be unveiled, giving past volunteers, staff and community members the opportunity to reflect on

the Centre’s journey and contribution to Woolgoolga.

The event will also host the Centre’s contribution to Australia's Biggest Morning Tea – with homemade scones and samosas, raising funds for cancer research and support services.

Entertainment will include live music from local musician Brad Nelson, Punjabi music performances and a barbecue hosted by the Woolgoolga Men's Support Group.

The official ceremony and cake cutting will commence at 11.30am and feature performances by the St Francis Xavier Choir and local multicultural dance groups.

Special guests Mayor Nikki Williams and local member MP Gurmesh Singh will attend and speak at the event, highlighting the importance of the Centre to the Woolgoolga community.

Critical renewable energy projects to be fast-tracked

PROPOSED legislation currently before the NSW Legislative Assembly would allow the Energy Minister to identify the highest-priority renewable energy projects in the planning pipeline and prioritise them for streamlining.

The NSW Government says it would result in more streamlined approvals for generation, storage and network projects that will power homes, industry and economic growth.

However, it also states the proposed law would not remove any environmental or community assessment requirements, with

developers still needing to meet all relevant planning, environmental and consultation obligations.

“Priority energy projects must demonstrate best practice in how they work with landholders and communities, particularly in regional NSW,” the NSW Government said in a statement.

“The Energy Legislation Amendment (Prioritising Renewable Energy) Bill 2026 will also support the effective and consistent implementation of the NSW Benefit-Sharing Guideline, ensuring councils and communities hosting

projects receive associated benefits.”

Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe said the government is committed to ensuring reliable, affordable energy for heavy industries like the Tomago aluminium smelter, and to power economic growth across the state.

“This new legislation will mean infrastructure projects that are critical for manufacturing jobs, economic growth and energy affordability don’t get stuck in the queue,” she said.

“No matter where you live in this state, you will benefit from us getting on

with the job and delivering quality renewable projects as fast as we can.”

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said, “With a growing pipeline of energy projects ahead of us, we need a planning system that can support achieving our ambitious energy targets.

“These reforms will also make sure critical projects are not being delayed by objections from people thousands of kilometres away who will never be impacted by them – NSW locals should and will have the loudest voice.”

The move has been

met with discontent from sections of the agriculture industry, with NSW Farmers warning that rushing approvals will deepen community distress, entrench an unfair power imbalance between large developers and landholders, and generate more objections and conflict.

NSW Farmers Energy Taskforce chair Reg Kidd described the government’s new approvals plan as “reckless”.

“Farmers have not been given realistic timeframes to understand proposals and participate meaningfully, or object where necessary,” Mr

Kidd said.

“We've been working hard with EnergyCo and the government to improve engagement and get better consultation and we don't want to derail that process –these issues can’t be rushed.

“Under current arrangements, communities are often expected to respond to highly technical Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) within weeks.

“If this is fast-tracked even more, additional pressure will be put on time-poor landholders already distressed and stretched.”

Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes

By Andrew BROWN, AAP

THE coalition remains confident its devastating loss at the Farrer by-election will be a one-off, rejecting suggestions it should form a political alliance with One Nation.

David Farley became One Nation's first candidate to be elected to the House of Representatives, breaking more than 70 years of coalition rule in the southern NSW seat on Saturday.

The victory has raised the prospect of One Nation taking other regional seats and targeting outer suburban electorates, which could force the decimated coalition to seek the support of Senator Pauline Hanson's party in a bid to form government.

Nationals Leader Matt Canavan remained optimistic

the coalition could reclaim the regional electorate, as well as heading off the threat of One Nation in other electorates.

"This is like a twolegged final, perhaps we played an away match on the weekend, where it was difficult circumstances at a by-election.

“Next time, we might be on a home-ground advantage when the choice of government is up for grabs," he told reporters in Canberra on Monday.

"In terms of lessons, I think it's very different than what we'll see at a federal election."

While Senator Hanson said she would work with Liberals and Nationals to form a government, she said her party would not be part of a formal coalition.

"I will give them supply

and confidence... they can form a government with my numbers, I'm quite happy to do that," she told Sydney radio station 2GB on Monday.

"I don't want ministerial positions, because I'm not going to be the tail on the dog... because (the Liberals) have done that with the National Party."

Senator Hanson said she felt vindicated by the Farrer by-election result.

"I've been pillaged and ridiculed and put down, and you know, everything thrown at me," she said.

Senator Canavan ruled out any coalition agreement with One Nation in order to form a government.

"One Nation itself this morning was saying they have no interest in joining a coalition with us, and the feeling is mutual," he said.

The Liberal primary vote tanked to 12.4 percent, more than 30 percentage points down on the share secured a year earlier by Sussan Ley before her ousting as party leader and subsequent resignation.

But senior Liberals have rejected calls to enter into a coalition with One Nation to ensure their party's longevity.

Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson on Sunday did not rule out a possible coalition with One Nation, saying it was up to the Australian people to decide who they want to vote for.

But the following day, he said he had never supported the idea.

"The reality is, the leader of that party has already declared that she won't form a coalition with us and I have no interest in forming a

coalition with them," he told reporters in Canberra.

One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce said the party was looking to replicate its success in western Sydney and was already speaking to potential candidates.

"What they've seen is that the polling is not an aberration," he told Seven's Sunrise program.

"It's now been validated by both South Australia and Farrer. There is a strong following out there."

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the coalition's loss in Farrer was not surprising.

"It's pretty clear that the traditional coalition parties, the Liberal Party and the National Party, don't really stand for anything anymore," he told Cairns radio station 4CA.

"I'm not sure that One Nation's appeal will go beyond the sort of seat that we've seen and where they traditionally have done OK."

Exposed to asbestos or silica dust?

FOR many in our community, hard work in industries construction, forestry, power generation, road building and manufacturing has been a way of life.

But for some, that work has come at a hidden cost. Diseases caused by asbestos and silica dust often take decades to appear.

By the time symptoms develop, the connection to past employment may not be immediately obvious.

Yet under New South Wales law, people diagnosed with dust diseases may be entitled to significant compensation - even if exposure occurred many

years ago.

Carter Hawkins Lawyers is a specialist firm dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by dust disease. With a strong focus on client care, the firm assists with claims through the Dust Diseases Tribunal and the Dust Board (iCare), guiding clients through what can often be a complex and emotional process.

Importantly, exposure is not limited to a single workplace.

Many cases arise from years spent working across local power stations, coal mines, and industrial employers throughout regional

New South Wales.

“Even brief or secondary exposure can be enough to cause serious illness,” said the Carter Hawkins Lawyers team.

“If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a dustrelated condition, it is worth seeking advice.

“Early guidance can make a meaningful difference - not just financially, but in securing support and peace of mind for the future.”

Carter Hawkins offers a free in-home consultation to discuss your entitlements.

You can then decide whether to proceed with a claim from there.

GARDENS WEEK

Health and wellbeing in the green heart of Coffs

GROW your health and wellbeing by visiting the botanic garden in Coffs Harbour during Botanic Gardens Week from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 May.

The Friends of the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden are offering free guided walks to rejuvenate the body and mind during the week.

This includes a ‘Wonder Walk’ - a sensory mindful experience of nature, and a ‘Garden Explorer Walk’ - to learn about some fascinating plants in the garden’s Living Plants Collection.

Visitors need to register for the free Wonder walks and the Garden Explorer walks via the garden website or search Eventbrite Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden.

For a rejuvenating selfguided two kilometre walk at any time of the year visitors can download the interactive

guide for the ‘Best of the Coffs Harbour Garden’ trail on the ‘Coffs Coast Explorer’ app which is available from the Apple store and Google Play.

This variety packed garden trail guide is a collaborative effort between the Friends of the Botanic Garden and the City of Coffs Harbour.

A Seasonal Observations walk has also been added on Friday 22 May.

Enjoy a half hour walk exploring the wonders of the green heart of Coffs Harbour with an experienced and knowledgeable guide.

Everyone is welcome to this free walk.

Meet at the entry at 10am.

Visitors may also choose to grow their health at the garden by just catching up with friends over a cuppa at the café, having a picnic, finding a quiet place to meditate or just watching the

abundant birdlife.

“Research has shown that people who spend time in green spaces are more physically active, have better heart health, and experience lower rates of chronic disease,” says Graham Tupper, President of the Friends of the Botanic Garden.

“Botanic Gardens Week also coincides with National Volunteer Week and the Friends of the garden will also be offering information on how people can volunteer in the garden.

“Studies also show that as well as providing valuable community services volunteering greatly improves mental and physical health and fosters social connection which helps to reduce stress.

“There is a place for everyone in the botanic garden, the green heart of our city,” says Graham.

What’s on in Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden for Botanical Garden Week Discover the Green Heart of Coffs Harbour

Discover the Green Heart of Coffs Harbour

Garden Explorer Walk – Discover an amazing world of plants. These free guided walks will demonstrate how to access the garden’s newly curated Living Plants Collection database on your mobile phone, linked to a digital map of the garden. Locate, learn and love the diversity of our natural world. 18th, 19th, 23rd & 24th May. Four free 30min walks each day. Bookings essential

demonstrate how to access the garden’s newly curated Living Plants Collection database on your mobile phone, linked to a digital map of the garden. Locate, learn and love the diversity of 18th, 19th, 23rd & 24th May. Four free 30min walks each day. Bookings essential

Wonder Walk – A sensory, mindful walk to enhance well-being and inspire curiosity, awe and connection to nature. Slowdown and experience the natural world that surrounds us. Intentional natureimmersion experiences help decrease anxiety, enhance creativity and improve your health & well-being. 20th, 21st, 23rd May. Free 1hr walks each day. Bookings essential

Bookings for the above Garden Explorer Walk or the Wonder Walk go to the Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden Website: coffsbotanicgarden.com.au or Eventbrite Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden

23rd May. Free 1hr walks each day. Bookings essential

Special Seasonal Observations Walk – Discover the beauty and treasures of our green heart. This is a free 1.5 hours walk Friday, 22nd May. Meet at the entry at 10am.

the above Garden Explorer Walk or the Wonder Walk go to the Coffs Harbour Botanic ebsite: coffsbotanicgarden.com.au or Eventbrite Coffs Harbour Botanic Garden

Rejuvenation Walk – A self guided 2km meander through parts of the garden following a trail map on your mobile phone. Taking in the deep time botanical knowledge of the Gumbaynggirr on the Garlambirla path, contemplating what a 500 year old tree has experienced, soak up the majesty of a tall rainforest, pause by the waterfall and so much more. Download the Coffs Coast Explorer app, enable GPS/location services to follow the digital guide maps. Go to Best of Coffs Harbour Garden under Interactive Trails - press Start.

OPINION & LETTERS

Dorin's Drawings

By Manny WOOD

Party poopers

AFTER moving into a new home and undertaking a range of renovations and landscaping work, Gary decides to celebrate by throwing a garden party.

Invitations are sent out a month before the event via a Facebook event post. Gary invites 40 guests.

The invitation advises that the party would be on Gary’s property, both indoors and outside, and that there would be entertainment, food and alcohol provided. Importantly, the invitation also states that Gary’s pet dog would be present.

One of the guests asks Gary if he can bring his pet dog along. Gary, a self-confessed animal lover, agrees and the event proceeds with 37 attendees and a guest dog.

The party commences around 2PM and Gary’s guests are having a good time, until at around 5PM, the two dogs start chasing each other around the garden and unfortunately knock over a female guest, Helen.

Gary believes the fall was “gentle” and observes that “she landed on her bottom, without even spilling her wine”.

Sadly, Helen is subsequently taken to hospital by her husband and it is discovered that she suffered a fracture to her lower leg.

Gary attempts to check in on Helen’s welfare during the following couple of weeks, but is met with single sentence texts, and ultimately silence.

Helen seeks legal advice and is informed that she can make a claim for compensation with respect to pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of earning capacity.

When Gary receives a letter from Helen’s lawyers, claiming over $500,000, he immediately engages his home insurance provider.

Witness statements are exchanged, indicating Helen had appeared “unwell” before the incident, and despite recognition of her condition, she attended the party and was observed drinking wine in the sun where the incident occurred.

Three years later, the claim is settled and Gary’s insurer pays Helen $120,000.

Beware, property owners and occupiers: Check the provisions of your insurance policies.

This fictional column is not legal advice.

By Paul DORIN

NOTA seeks sales superstar

NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is seeking an experienced advertising sales representative to strengthen the impact of its print and digital publications in the Coffs Coast and Nambucca Valley regions.

This key role - available either full-time or part-time for the right person - is suited to an experienced sales professional looking to be part of an exciting independent media project.

The essence of the position is around building strong connections with the Coffs Coast and Nambucca Valley business sectors.

“We are looking for someone who is passionate about sales, passionate about their community and who wants to play a vital role in a growing media company,” said General Manager Rochelle Wright.

“We need someone who can engage well with the business community, find and build strong client relationships, and provide top quality service to our advertisers.”

This work-from-home role offers an attractive base remuneration, a car allowance, and a great bonus structure.

A driver’s licence and car is required.

Applications can be made by emailing your resume, together with a letter of application outlining why

you would be the best person for this role, to office@newsofthearea. com.au.

What our ad reps say Hunter-based NOTA advertising sales representative Tracey Bennett says her role is an opportunity to build connection to the community.

“Every day I get the opportunity to work with local businesses, hear their stories, build relationships, and help them grow,” she said.

“It’s rewarding seeing businesses attract new customers and become more recognised in the community through advertising and promotion with NOTA.

“I also love being part of a locally owned and operated newspaper that supports local businesses, local events, and helps keep our regional communities connected.”

Tracey says one of the best things about the role is that no two days are the same.

“One day I might be helping launch a new business, the next creating advertising campaigns, organising Business Showcases, or promoting community events and initiatives,” she said.

Camden Haven-based ad rep Chan Ansell said working for a family-owned business like NOTA is “rewarding in so many ways”.

On the Couch

By JASMINDA

DEAR Jasminda,

I find there are times during my working day when I lack energy or wonder at the futility of an office job. How do I keep my momentum going for the next 45 years?

Melissa W.

Dear Melissa,

I had some general ideas for you and was about to start composing my response when I came to the number at the end of your conundrum. If any of us looked at the sum total of our time doing anything we would be stressed.

There is a wonderful short story by David Eagleman called 'Sum', a fictitious account of the afterlife where everything in a lifetime is grouped.

In the story, the narrator describes how the average person would spend thirty years asleep, experience 27 hours of intense pain in one hit, and 15 months looking for lost items, amongst other things.

The point I am making with this reference is that you cannot envisage the next 45 years of your working life in an office in isolation and remain sane.

You need to break your working

“There’s nothing better than getting out and about, meeting new people, seeing familiar faces and watching local businesses grow through advertising.

“I love building relationships, supporting locals and helping our customers get their name out into the community.”

About NOTA News Of The Area is a familyowned and independent media

life down into achievable chunks, for example: If you can get through the next two hours, Marie from sales and marketing will bring in a vanilla slice after her weekly bakery run. The sugar hit that releases will give you about 30 minutes of adrenaline and positivity. If you can extend that to 45 minutes by adding a doubleshot coffee, you will probably make it to the 2pm staff meeting where Julie from accounts will drone on about profit and loss stats for about half an hour.

If you can stretch the meeting to 3pm, there is every probability you will make it to knock-off time.

There is also absolutely no guarantee you will be in an office job for the next 45 years. In fact it is extremely unlikely.

Many people have up to seven career changes.

For all you know, in a decade from now you may have retrained to be a dietician or a paramedic or a spin class instructor.

In that final example, you will be so full of exercise-induced dopamine that you'll be positively bursting with energy and enthusiasm.

So, Melissa, try to find the positives in your workday, when you leave work focus on enjoyable life activities that have nothing to do with being in the office, and, if you really do find your current job futile, I'd recommend looking at alternatives. You sound young enough to be in a position to do further education and training. It would be a real shame if you looked back on your working life with regret.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

company which has been servicing regional communities for the past decade.

Off the back of two independent publications in the Hunter region, the Coffs Coast NOTA newspaper was launched in 2020, followed by a Nambucca Valley edition in 2021.

NOTA now produces free, weekly newspapers and websites for eight different regions across northern NSW.

DEAR News Of The Area,

AUSTRALIA is being told inflation is the nation’s biggest economic threat, yet the actions of the Federal Government suggest something very different.

Australians are tightening their belts, cutting household spending, struggling with mortgages, rent, groceries and power bills, while Canberra continues to spend at record levels.

The question many ordinary Australians are now asking is simple: if inflation is supposedly the priority, why does the government keep pouring more money into the economy?

Every week Australians hear

politicians talk about “cost of living relief,” but too often these measures simply add more fuel to the inflation fire.

Handouts, subsidies and massive spending programs might sound compassionate in a press conference, but when governments continue to inject billions into the economy without restraint, demand rises and prices keep climbing.

It becomes a vicious cycle - the government spends more to offset rising costs, which in turn helps keep those costs high.

Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank responds by increasing interest rates to try and slow spending. The result? Everyday Australians are punished twice.

Families with mortgages are hammered with higher repayments while taxpayers continue funding government spending sprees that appear to have no end.

There is also a growing perception that governments benefit politically from inflation staying high.

When inflation rises, governments collect more GST revenue.

Income tax receipts also increase as workers are pushed into higher tax brackets despite not actually being better off.

Asset prices remain inflated, allowing governments to boast about economic growth while ordinary Australians fall further

behind in real terms.

Australians are not blind to the contradiction.

They see politicians flying around the country announcing billions for new projects, expanding bureaucracy, funding consultants and growing government departments, all while lecturing households about the need for economic discipline.

Families are expected to sacrifice, yet government spending continues almost unchecked.

The hard truth is that inflation will not seriously come down until government spending is brought under control. You cannot fight inflation with one hand while accelerating it with the other. Economic management requires restraint, prioritisation and difficult decisions — not endless announcements designed for

A vicious cycle of inflation Funding cuts to Jetty Dunecare Group

DEAR News Of The Area,

SINCE 1982, the volunteers of Jetty Dunecare Group Inc. (JDG) have restored and cared for the dunes at the Jetty Foreshore.

The project area now covers over 100 hectares (7.5 km) of coastal bushland between Coffs Creek and Boambee Creek.

Rutile mining in the 1950s and 60s, followed by decades of neglect, left this strip vulnerable to invasive species, causing loss of habitat, erosion, and degraded recreational values.

Before restoration began to stabilise the dunes, windblown

sand stopped trains, and tidal surges flooded amenities blocks at the Jetty.

Over the decades, JDG has attracted hundreds of thousands of dollars in state and federal funding to restore this land which now protects critical infrastructure to the west.

Through Coffs City Council’s Environmental Levy, JDG has enabled professional bush regenerators to continue this work.

Under the long-term leadership of a founding member Jane Ireland, JDG built a culture of environmental commitment and inclusiveness, long before Landcare existed.

In the early 1990s, Jane’s friend and co-founder Eileen Moody asked her, in her final days, to promise to continue the work “all the way to Sawtell.”

What once seemed an overwhelming task became reality through tenacity and partnerships with the Environmental Trust, Jaliigirr, Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Land Council, the Department of Corrective Services to name a few, plus the hundreds of volunteers who have contributed.

Today this wildlife corridor is a passive recreational asset for the whole community, and the healthier dunes demonstrate a natural,

A powerful show of respect

DEAR News Of The Area,

ON behalf of the Bellinger River RSL sub-Branch, I would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended this year’s Anzac Day services in Bellingen.

Despite the inclement weather, the strong turnout at both the Dawn

Service and the Main Service was a powerful reflection of the respect our community continues to hold for those who have served our nation.

We extend our thanks to Michael Kemp, Member for Oxley, for attending the Dawn Service, and to Mayor Steve Allan for attending the Main Service.

Your presence and support were greatly appreciated.

Thank you also to the many local community organisations, schools, volunteers, musicians, and service groups who participated throughout the day.

Your contribution helped ensure the services were conducted with

Fishing by the moon

By Dave RENEKE

EVERY fisherman dreams of catching the big one - the fish that turns an ordinary day on the water into a season-long bragging right.

But what if I told you there’s a way to plan your fishing trips like a pro, know when the bite will be at its best, and head home feeling like a champion?

Believe it or not, the secret weapon isn’t a fancy lure, a hightech rod, or some expensive new gadget.

It’s been hanging over your head the whole time. The Moon.

If you’ve ever fished around our region, surrounded by winding rivers, wild scenery, and

that quiet magic that only locals truly understand, you’ll know our waterways feel alive.

The fish are there, plenty of them, but they don’t always feel like cooperating.

Some days you could swear the river is full of fish, yet not one of them is in the mood to bite.

That’s where lunar fishing comes in.

Most beginners start out the same way: trying different baits, swapping lures, changing spots, and slowly spending a small fortune chasing “the perfect technique.”

Over time, they get better, but the real question remains: how do you go from catching a few decent fish to landing something that makes people’s jaws drop?

It’s not about throwing more money at the problem. It’s about understanding nature’s timetable.

A group of fishing enthusiasts from our own community decided to test a theory many old-timers have sworn by for years: does

phases

the Moon really affect fishing?

Over an 18-month mission, they tracked Moon phases, weather patterns, moonrise and moonset, and matched it all against their catch results.

The verdict?

It works - and it’s far easier than most people think.

We all know fish tend to feed during those classic golden hours, dawn and dusk, but here’s the twist: the Moon can be just as influential, sometimes even more so than the Sun.

The real hidden gold is moonrise and moonset.

These moments, especially when they line up with a new moon or full moon, act like a feeding trigger.

The fish don’t read calendars, but they do respond to the Moon’s pull and the subtle changes it creates in the water.

Here’s the key rule: fish are most active during the 90-minute windows around four daily events: sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and

headlines and political survival.

Australians deserve honesty.

If the government truly wants inflation under control, it must lead by example.

That means cutting waste, reducing unnecessary spending, shrinking bureaucracy and focusing on policies that grow productivity rather than simply throwing more borrowed money into the economy.

Right now, too many Australians feel like they are carrying the burden while Canberra keeps spending as if there is no tomorrow.

Until that changes, many will continue to believe the government does not really want inflation to fall - because politically and financially, high inflation suits them just fine.

Regards, Troy RADFORD.

self-healing response to extreme weather events.

In other coastal LGAs, where weed monocultures have taken hold, the result has been costly coastal erosion requiring expensive engineering solutions.

Coffs City Council has recognised this by investing substantially through the Environmental Levy funds in this area, including aerial spraying of bitou bush which was planted after mining in an attempt to stabilise the dunes. With half this total area currently under active management, JDG continues working steadily toward completing the vision.

the respect and meaning that Anzac Day deserves.

Anzac Day remains an incredibly important occasion for our nation.

It is a time to remember the sacrifices made by those who have served, those who continue to serve, and the families and supporters who stand beside them.

We especially honour the 68 Bellingen locals whose names moonset.

That’s 45 minutes before and 45 minutes after each one.

Hit the water during those windows and you’re stacking the odds in your favour.

And if you ever have to choose between sunrise and moonrise?

Go with the Moon. Its influence is stronger than most people realise.

Luckily, you don’t have to stand outside squinting at the sky.

These days there are apps that tell you exact moonrise, moonset, and lunar phase times, so you can plan your trip right down to the minute.

And here’s a bonus: this week brings a full Moon!

When a full Moon rises it can appear 20 percent brighter and 14 percent larger than usual.

It’s spectacular

The cuts to JDG funding proposed in the council’s draft budget, would jeopardise decades of hard-won progress. Submissions are now open for comment on this draft.

Please “have your say” on this draft budget (refer to p.191) and help JDG finish what it started.

Redirecting funds from community environmental restoration projects to street trees is like painting a house when the foundations still need repair.

Together in restoration, Lindy DAVIS, Moleton.

appear on the Bellingen Memorial, each of whom made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.

Their service, courage, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Lest We Forget.

Sincerely, Emma PALMER, President, Bellinger River RSL sub-Branch.

to look at, and perfect for fishing too.

So, the takeaway is simple: Moon phase fishing really works. Fish smarter, not harder.

Check the Moon, pick your moment, and you might just land the one that turns you into a ‘Local Legend.’

David Reneke is a feature writer for major media outlets and a science correspondent for ABC and commercial radio heard on over 50 stations weekly across Australia.

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Dual living done right

Address: 5 Mountain View Court, Bonville

Price: $1,195,000

Beds: 5, Bath: 3, Car: 2

Land size: 528.6 sqm

NESTLED in the sought-after Bonville enclave, 5 Mountain View Court captures the essence of harmonious family living combined with a rare touch of independence.

This impressive residence welcomes you with a striking timber entry door, immediately setting the tone for what lies within.

Step to the left and discover a cosy, carpeted loungeroom-perfect for unwinding with the familywith double blinds and a ceiling fan ensuring yearround comfort.

Undoubtedly, the heart of the home is an expansive open-plan living, dining, and kitchen zone, where tiled floors and double blinds offer both style and functionality.

This inviting space is bathed in natural light and enjoys tranquil views of the surrounding trees, creating a peaceful sanctuary for everyday living.

The dining area seamlessly transitions to a covered outdoor entertaining area, making alfresco gatherings a breeze.

True to its promise as a chef's dream, the contemporary kitchen features a striking black waterfall stone benchtop, ample space for breakfast stools, and a generous walkin pantry.

High-quality Westinghouse appliances, including a dishwasher, five-burner gas cooktop, and electric oven, are sure to delight the most passionate home cooks.

Accommodation is thoughtfully zoned to provide privacy for all.

Two bedrooms, each with

plush carpet, double blinds, ceiling fan lights, and built-in robes, share a large main bathroom equipped with a toilet, shower, and vanity.

The primary bedroom, positioned at the rear, is a refined parents' retreat with a walk-in robe, and a stylish ensuite boasting a black vanity, shower, and toilet.

Bedroom four, situated at the front, also offers comfort and convenience, ideal for guests or teenagers seeking their own space or it could be used for the home office.

Practical features abound, with a double lock-up garage (remote and internal entry), a well-appointed laundry with ample storage, and hallway linen cupboard.

The property is equipped with ducted air conditioning throughout, NBN connectivity, solar power, and a modern gas hot water system for maximum liveability.

Unique to this home is its separate, studio accommodation-perfect for multi-generational living, a teen retreat, or rental income. With its own entry, the studio boasts vinyl flooring, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a functional wet bar with cooktop and oven, laundry facilities, a modern bathroom, and a carpeted bedroom with mirrored robe and ceiling fan light.

Set amid serene surrounds and designed for both connection and independence, 5 Mountain View Court represents a rare opportunity to secure a modern family home with versatility and style.

An inspection is a must to fully appreciate the thoughtful layout and exceptional lifestyle on offer in this Bonville gem.

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Footbridge showcases community-led art

BELLINGEN Shire Council officially opened the Bielsdown River footbridge on Thursday 23 April.

In attendance were Dorrigo school students, Gumbaynggirr Elders Uncle Cecil Briggs and Uncle Allan Phillips, and designer Anna Fisher, who all contributed to the unique artwork featured on the bridge panels.

The footbridge was funded through the NSW Government’s Community Assets Program, which provided $362,283 for the project.

“The bridge stands as a strong example of local collaboration, with locally based contractors involved at every stage of the construction process,” said Bellingen Shire Council General Manager Mark Griffioen.

“Fabrication took place offsite in Coffs Harbour, where the structure was manufactured in two

sections before being transported to Kempsey for painting.

“The completed sections were then delivered to Dorrigo in late February 2026, where they were welded together on site and lifted into place across the river.”

The bridge panels with the community-led artwork were manufactured offsite through a detailed and precise process, with final designs profile cut into the metal.

Severe weather events were a key consideration throughout the design

phase, ensuring the bridge can withstand flood conditions.

To support long term durability, all panels were finished with a powder coating to protect them from environmental exposure.

Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan reflected on the

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collaboration that went into the artwork for the bridge.

“The new footbridge is a great source of pride for our Shire and is a permanent reminder of the community’s connection to Country,” he said.

“It’s wonderful to see the local students’ artwork

come to life in the bridge panels.

“We’d like to thank the Dorrigo students and teachers, Uncle Cecil Briggs, Uncle Allan Phillips, Anna Fisher and artist Shanara Widders for collaborating on such an important project.”

Walking football charity shield a big success

By David WIGLEY

IT was a fantastic gala day out at the Coffs Synthetics, as the team from Key Community took home the annual Rotary Daybreak Coffs Harbour Walking Football Charity Shield.

Key triumphed under the late evening floodlights

in a thrilling 2-0 win over Gosling Group.

Ian Leach, Rotary's organiser of the tournament, said 15 teams and more than 130 footballers took part, with close to 300 in attendance.

“[The] Unicorns in Tutu's, Green Machines, the all-female Wally's from

Woolgoolga and the wooden spoon winners Ripper Rotarians, amongst others, ensured the second running of the Walking Football Charity Shield had it all and was a resounding success,” Ian said.

"It was a real community day with a fun and festive atmosphere making the day feel like a true carnival celebration of community and Walking Football.

“The Charity Shield

wasn't just about sport but was also a great philanthropic success thanks to our generous sponsors.”

The Charity Shield raised close to an incredible $15,000 for local youth charities, demonstrating the generosity and community spirit of the participants and supporters.

“It was more than just a football event; it was a gathering of people united by a common goal - to make

a difference while having fun.

“The whole day had the feel of a gala, filled with laughter, friendly competition, and the joy of giving back to the community.”

Marily Brien, president of Rotary Coffs Harbour Day Daybreak, told NOTA, "The success of the event ensures that it will likely continue as an annual fund-raising highlight in Coffs Harbour,

combining walking football, fun, and philanthropy for years to come.

“A big shout-out also to North Coast Football and Northern NSW Football and the City of Coffs Harbour Major Events team whose advice and guidance was once again invaluable.

“Walking Football is on every Wednesday evening at the Coffs Synthetics at 5:45pm - 6:45pm - all welcome,” concluded Brien.

Suns go down to Port at home

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour Suns Youth

Men (Under 20s) have lost at home to the Port Macquarie Dolphins, during the latest round of

Waratah Basketball League representative season.

The Dolphins beat the Suns 93-87 at Sportz Central, after holding off a spirited home team who were down big early, but staged

a rousing comeback to lead by one heading into the final quarter.

Noah Light top scored for the Suns with 35 points, Joseph Moran and Kaspa Ngohset were next best with

19 points each.

A Coffs Harbour Basketball Association spokesperson gave a recap of the home game.

“The boys started slow, being down by 22 at quarter

time - climbing to be up by one at the end of the third quarter but just couldn’t finish it off,” they said.

“Coach Chris Light said he was proud of the boys digging in and pulling back the lead, and also noted that the energy from the bench was outstanding.

“Thank you to the crowd in attendance who absolutely raised the roof in the third and fourth quarters.”

The Suns head to Sydney this weekend to take on the Moss Vale Magic. Their next home game is on Saturday, 23 May against the Marrickville Spirit.

Groms claim back-to-back titles

NORTH Shelley Boardriders’ Alanni Morris, Palm Beach's Max Goold and Byron Bay Boardriders' Hugo Spierings claimed back-to-back wins at the Surf Reflections Junior Series at Hungry Head over the weekend.

Former World Surf League competitor Trent Munro and Newcastle pro surfer Jacko Baker were on hand at Hungry Head beach to mentor the 82 young competitors from NSW, Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia.

The 2026 Surf

Reflections Junior Series is a 5500-rated event on Surfing Australia’s National Series calendar and is held by Reflections Holidays.

The 2026 Series opened in February at Bonny Hills, where Alanni Morris and Max Goold claimed wins in their Under 14s category.

Morris and Goold backed up their wins in the same category at Hungry Head, with Lilli Pilli’s Pearl Eaton claiming the Under 16 girls category and Byron Bay Boardriders' Hugo Spiering winning the Under 16 boys

again after triumphing in Bonny Hills in February.

The Surf Reflections Junior Series (Urunga) category winners are:

U14s girls: Alanni Morris (1), Ella Campbell (2), Coco Woolley (3), Shelby O’Rourke (4)

U14s boys: Max Goold (1), Bede Cant (2), Mack Ringis (3), Beau Hall (4)

U16s girls: Pearl Eaton (1) Ella Campbell (2), Lily Sein (3), Isla Schomberg (4), U16s boys: Hugo Spierings (1), Jonny Tooth (2), Zeke Woolam (3),

Sandon Vowels (4) Alanni Morris said it was “so good” to back up from her Bonny Hills win and claim her Under 14s category.

“It was a little bit hard getting a wave at times, but you just had to get on the right one,” she said.

Surfest director Warren Smith said the young competitors were treated to near perfect conditions with a mix of swell and light winds across all three days of competition.

“The Urunga community

has welcomed us with open arms and we’re excited to build on the success we’ve had here on the North Coast in future years,” Mr Smith said.

Mr Smith said the Surf Reflections Junior Series was critical in nurturing surfing talent in Australia, giving young surfers a chance to compete at their home breaks and have access to mentoring from former and present pro surfers Callum Robson, Matt Banting, Jarvis Earle, Jacko Baker and Trent Munro.

“Our partnership with Reflections and the support from local councils has ensured the growth of this Series and this weekend it’s been fantastic to watch the growth in the level of surfing of the next generation of competitors,” Mr Smith said.

Reflections CEO Nick Baker said the Series was supporting the rising careers of young surfers and regional tourism, as well as providing the opportunity for communities to engage in event activities including the Eats and Beats zone. Each winner will receive a $2500 accommodation voucher from Reflections.

Urunga Raiders shine in Female Football Week

By David WIGLEY

REIGNING Women’s Premier League champions Urunga celebrated Female Football Week in style, overpowering Woolgoolga Wildcats 4-0 on a chilly Friday night away from home.

Kate Fry struck twice inside the opening half hour as the Raiders made the perfect start in Woolgoolga.

The Wildcats refused to go quietly however, launching a series of attacking raids that forced Urunga goalkeeper Jess Snow into a string of outstanding saves.

Any hopes of a Woolgoolga comeback were extinguished just before the break when Bre Martin produced a clever toe-poke finish to hand the Raiders a commanding 3-0 half-time advantage.

The contest opened up in the second half with play flowing end-to-end, but Urunga’s defence stood firm before Juniper Doye capped the performance with a closerange tap-in after an excellent point-blank save from the Wildcats goalkeeper.

Urunga coach Trevor

Martin reflected on the match.

“Woolgoolga had taken points from Coffs in an earlier round and so we expected a competitive matchup,” he said.

“It took a while to settle in.

“Woopi seemed to be focused on a compact defensive block and counter attack philosophy, and it was by way of a penalty that Urunga's Kate Fry opened the scoring.

“She bagged a second 10 minutes later and Bre Martin got a third before half time.

“Woopi were dangerous on the counter though, their number 9 getting through on a few occasions to set up oneon-one opportunities against our keeper Jess Snow, but despite hitting the post she couldn't find the back of the net.

“Urunga's Juniper Doye, helping Kate Fry’s far post shot into the back of the net, nabbed the fourth goal midway through the second half.

“It was a solid performance from us,

controlling the game for the most part.

“Defensively we were up to the pace of their counters and although we were probably not at our potential

I was very happy with the game we put together.”

The victory leaves the Raiders on top of the table with a perfect 12 points from four rounds.

q The Urunga Raiders defeated the Woolgoolga

Elsewhere, Coffs City United Lionesses defeated Northern Storm 4-1 to move level with Woolgoolga in joint second on six points.

For round 6, the Wildcats

host Northern Storm while Urunga travels to Boambee on Friday 15 May as the Women’s Premier League continues after a successful Female Football Week.

Women’s basketball tips off

Snappers sides remain undefeated

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour Snappers have continued their unbeaten start to the season after having a dominant 5721 win against the Hastings Valley Vikings in Port Macquarie.

The Port Macquarie Pirates were also victorious in Round 3 of the Mid North Coast Rugby Union Northern Division season, edging out the Grafton Redmen 29-26 in Grafton.

Coffs Harbour Snappers reserves continued their unbeaten start to the season with a 12-3 win against the Hastings Valley Vikings.

The SCU Marlins reserves had their first win of the season, a 24-14 victory against the Kempsey

Cannonballs at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.

The Kempsey Cannonballs women had a 45-20 win against the SCU Marlins.

The Mid North Coast Rugby Union Northern Division season takes a break this weekend with a bye round for the NSW Country Championships.

First grade ladder

1.Coffs Harbour Snappers. 15 points. 3 wins. 0 losses. Points differential (p.d): 79. 2.Port Macquarie Pirates. 9 points. 2 wins. 0 losses. (p.d): 5. 3.Hastings Valley Vikings. 6 points. 1 win. 2 losses. (p.d): -36. 4.Grafton Redmen. 4 points. 0 wins. 2 losses. (p.d): -8. 5.Kempsey Cannonballs. 2 points. 0 wins. 2 losses. (p.d): -40.

Henry Coldham

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour Basketball

Association’s women’s winter season tipped off with opening round games at Sportz Central.

Defending women’s competition champions Mantas Mermaids started the Women’s A-Grade season with a 49-33 win against the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 16s team.

Ashley Boutros had a game high 15 points for the Suns.

The Collective began the season with a 63-41 win against the Coffs Harbour Suns Under 18s.

Kira Juffermans top scored with 37 points for the winners.

The women’s social competition also tipped off with opening round games.

Mantas Mystics had a 40-32 win against The Young Ones, Kristy Goodman top scored with 17 points.

The Mighty Ducks beat Hoop There It Is 36-19, Momoko Maeda top scored with 16 points.

Mantas Mummas won by 50-17 against Ring Ins.

Coffs Harbour Basketball Association’s women’s competition is played on Tuesday nights at Sportz Central, with the men’s competition played on Monday nights.

Round 2 of men’s basketball

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour Basketball

Association’s men’s winter season continued with Round 2 games played at Sportz Central.

We Can't Dunk maintained top spot on the Men’s A-Grade ladder with a dominant 84-44 win against All Washed Up. Jayden Dean top scored with 27 points, and Angus

Glendinning was next best with 26 points.

Sweet Home

Wembanyama won their second straight game to start the season with a resounding 92-54 win against White

Chocolate.

Cooper Patricks was on fire, top scoring with 40 points, and Stephen Hartsuyker scored 29 points.

Magic Pandas also won their second straight game to start the season, defeating Seahorses Shredders 81-64.

Panthers win local derby

By Aiden BURGESS

SAWTELL Panthers have earned early season bragging rights with a 26-22 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets in their local derby, during Round 4 of the Group 2 Rugby League season.

Kalani Morris scored a double for the Panthers, with Mikaere Beattie, Damion Dumas, and Jayden O'Shannessy also among the

try scorers.

Jett McCarthy scored a double for the Comets, with Sunia Tamale and Max Sheard also scoring.

The Panthers remain undefeated at the top of the Group 2 Rugby League ladder.

The Woolgoolga Seahorses also remain undefeated after triumphing 14-0 against the Grafton Ghosts in Woolgoolga.

The South Grafton Rebels snapped a two-match losing streak with a 36-32 win at home against the Macksville Sea Eagles.

First grade ladder

1.Sawtell Panthers. 8 points. 4 wins. 0 losses. Points differential (p.d): 78. 2.Woolgoolga Seahorses. 8 points. 3 wins. 0 losses. 1 bye. (p.d): 64. 3.Coffs Harbour Comets. 4 points. 1 win. 2 losses. 1 bye. (p.d):

-14. 4.Nambucca Roosters. 4 points. 1 win. 2 losses. 1 bye. (p.d): -16. 5.South Grafton Rebels. 4 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. (p.d): -24. 6.Grafton Ghosts. 2 points. 1 win. 3 losses. (p.d): -44. 7.Macksville Sea Eagles. 2 points. 0 wins. 3 losses. 1 bye. (p.d): -44.

Reserve grade

The Sawtell Panthers remained undefeated with a 48-6 thumping of the Coffs

Ryan Crowney top scored with 29 points.

Can't Catch A Breath beat 8-Teens 68-51, Phillip Ely top scored with 22 points.

The Chihuahuas defeated The Flame Trees 81-70, Phoenix Versfeld top scored with 32 points, and Cooper

Harbour Comets.

The win was their fourth in a row to start the season.

The Woolgoolga Seahorses consolidated their top four spot with a 26-18 win against the Grafton Ghosts,

The South Grafton Rebels recorded their first win of the season, downing the Macksville Sea Eagles 20-16.

Women’s The Sawtell Panthers earnt bragging rights with a 28-10 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets in their local

points.

The Bricklayers had a 39-24 win against Narwhals Social, in the second round of the Men’s B-Grade season.

Sonny Burrell led the way for the winners with 23 points.

Junior competitions are played on Wednesdays and Fridays. derby.

The Grafton Ghosts remained undefeated this season after a 30-4 win against the Woolgoolga Seahorses.

Under 18s

The Sawtell Panthers had a 38-16 win against the Coffs Harbour Comets.

The Woolgoolga Seahorses defeated the Grafton Ghosts by 22-8.

The Group 2 Rugby League season has this weekend off with the first bye round of the season.

AFL North Coast Round 5 wrap

By Aiden BURGESS

THE COFFS Harbour

Breakers have kept their unbeaten start to the season intact with a 10.6 (66) to 6.9 (45) win against the Port Macquarie Magpies in Port Macquarie.

The Sawtell/Toormina Saints snapped a two-match losing streak with a 15.9 (99) to 10.6 (66) win against the Northern Beaches Blues at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.

Reserves

The Port Macquarie Magpies remain undefeated after a 10.12 (72) to 2.1 (13) win against the Grafton Tigers.

Northern Beaches Blues had a 6.7 (43) to 5.7 (37) win against the Sawtell/ Toormina Saints.

Women’s

The Coffs Harbour Breakers defeated the Port Macquarie Magpies by 4.6 (30) to 1.7 (13).

Under 18s

The Port Macquarie Magpies continued their undefeated start to the season after having a 10.11 (71) to 2.10 (22) win against Coffs Harbour Breakers/Nambucca Valley.

Round 6

The AFL North Coast season continues this weekend with Round 6 games in Coffs Harbour and Sawtell.

After playing off last weekend, the Coffs Harbour Breakers and Port Macquarie Magpies meet in an instant rematch at Fitzroy Oval.

Sawtell/Toormina Saints and Grafton Tigers reserves play off at Richardson Park.

Senior men’s ladder. 1.Coffs Harbour Breakers. 16 points. 4 wins. 0 losses. 234.01%. 2.Port Macquarie Magpies. 8 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. 141.74%. 3.Sawtell/ Toormina Saints. 8 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. 98.94%.

4.Northern Beaches Blues. 0 points. 0 wins. 4 losses. 35.45%.

The Sawtell/Toormina Saints kept their undefeated record intact with an 8.11 (59) to 3.0 (18) win against the Northern Beaches Blues.

Premier League wrap

By Aiden BURGESS

NORTH Coast Football’s

Men’s Premier League season continued with Round 5 matches played across the Coffs Coast.

Northern Storm went to the top of the ladder after a 3-0 win against Bellingen FC at Korora Oval.

The Sawtell Scorpions moved into fourth spot on the ladder with a 1-0 win against the Coffs City United Lions at Toormina Oval.

The Yamba Breakers moved into third spot on the ladder with a 3-1 win at home against the Coffs Coast Tigers.

The Maclean Bobcats recorded their first win of the season, a 4-1 victory against the Urunga Raiders in Urunga.

Ladder: 1.Northern Storm. 12 points. 4 wins. 0 losses. Goal difference (g.d): 13. 2.Woolgoolga Wolves. 12 points. 4 wins. 0 losses. (g,d): 12. 3.Yamba Breakers. 9 points. 3 wins. 1 loss. (g.d): 3. 4.Sawtell Scorpions. 7 points. 2 wins.

q Coffs Harbour Breakers women’s player Amber McRae-Mitchell was best on ground in her side’s win against the Port Macquarie Magpies, during Ladies Day at Port Macquarie.

What’s on this week

By Aiden BURGESS

Friday, 15 May

Football

North Coast Football’s Women’s Premier League season - Round 6.

Woolgoolga Wildcats vs Northern Storm at Clive Joass Memorial Sports Park. 6.45pm.

1 draw. 2 losses. (g.d): 3. 5.Bellingen FC. 6 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. (g.d): -2. 6.Coffs Coast Tigers. 4 points. 1 win. 1 draw. 2 losses. (p.d) - 2. 7.Coffs City United Lions. 4 points. 1 win. 1 draw. 3 losses. (g.d): -5. 8.Maclean Bobcats. 4 points. 1 win. 1 draw. 3 losses. (g.d): -9. 9.Urunga Raiders. 0 points. 0 wins. 5 losses. (g.d): -13.

Women’s

The Urunga Raiders remain undefeated after a 4-0 win against the Woolgoolga Wildcats in Woolgoolga.

Coffs City United Lionesses moved into second spot on the ladder after having a 4-1 win against the Northern Storm at Forsyth Park.

Ladder: 1.Urunga Raiders. 12 points. 4 wins. 0 losses. Goal difference (g.d): 14. 2.Coffs City United Lionesses. 6 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. (g.d): 9. 3.Woolgoolga Wildcats. 6 points. 2 wins. 2 losses. (g.d): -3. 4.Northern Storm. 4 points. 1 win. 1 draw. 2 losses. (g.d): -7. 5.Boambee Eagles. 1 point. 0 wins. 1 draw. 3 losses. (g.d): -13.

Boambee Eagles vs Urunga Raiders at Ayrshire Park. 6.45pm.

Golf

Sawtell Golf Club’s Medley Stableford. Saturday, 16 May

Australian Rules Football

AFL North Coast season –Round 6.

Coffs Harbour Breakers vs Port Macquarie Magpies at Fitzroy Oval. 2.50pm.

Sawtell/Toormina Saints vs Grafton Tigers (reserves)

at Richardson Park. 12.50pm.

Baseball

Coffs Harbour Baseball

Association’s season at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.

Football

North Coast Football’s Men’s Premier League season - Round 6.

Coffs City United Lions vs Maclean Bobcats at Forsyth Park. 5pm.

Coffs Coast Tigers vs Northern Storm at Polwarth Drive Fields. 5pm. Bellingen FC vs Woolgoolga Wolves at Connell Park. 5pm.

Yamba Breakers vs Urunga Raiders at Yamba Sports Complex. 5pm.

Golf

Sawtell Golf Club’s Individual Stableford.

Netball

Coffs Harbour Netball Association’s junior

Footy dream

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This included being named amongst her side’s best players in 12 of her 14 games.

The ruck has also been a part of the Sydney Swans Academy in recent years.

The Western Bulldogs described her as “a ruck with unique attributes and an impressive vertical leap”.

“Her endurance and versatility means she can also cover the wing, forward, or even half-back where she can use her leap to intercept.”

Wain brings impressive athleticism and a great vertical leap to the Bulldogs, having made the state finals of the high jump as a junior.

Playing locally for both the Bellingen Bulldogs and Sawtell/Toormina Saints in 2024, she became the first player to win both the AFL North Coast's Youth Girls 17s and Senior Women's Best & Fairest awards in the same year.

The Urunga resident has also been a key member of North Coast Force junior representative teams.

competition at Vost Park Netball Courts.

Sunday, 17 May

Australian Rules

Football

AFL North Coast junior season – Round 4.

Golf

Sawtell Golf Club’s Individual Medley Stableford.

Monday, 18 May

Basketball

Coffs Harbour Basketball Association’s men’s winter season at Sportz Central.

Touch Football

Coffs Harbour Touch Association’s winter competition at Sawtell Toormina Sport and Recreation Club. From 6.10pm.

Tuesday, 19 May

Basketball

Coffs Harbour Basketball Association’s women’s

winter season at Sportz Central.

Golf

Sawtell Golf Club’s Medley Stableford.

Oztag

Coffs Harbour Oztag’s mixed winter season at Coffs Harbour Leagues Club. From 5.50pm.

Wednesday, 20 May

Golf

Sawtell Golf Club’s Individual Stableford. Netball

Coffs Harbour Netball Association’s senior competition at Vost Park Netball Courts.

Oztag

Coffs Harbour Oztag’s men’s winter season at Coffs Harbour Leagues Club. From 5.50pm.

Thursday, 21 May

Netball

Coffs Harbour Netball Association’s mixed competition at Vost Park Netball Courts.

SPORT

Coffs to host outrigger titles

By Aiden BURGESS

AUSTRALIA’s best outrigger crews are ready to race for national titles on the Coffs Coast.

Coffs Harbour is set to host the 2026 Australian Outriggers National Marathon Championship this weekend.

It will be contested over three fierce days of racing from Friday, 15 May, to Sunday, 17 May at Jetty Beach.

The event draws hundreds of competitors from outrigger clubs across Australia.

The National Championship itinerary will include three days of racing, featuring small craft OC1 and OC2, Va’a short and long course racing, and OC6 short and long course events.

Men’s, women’s, and mixed teams will compete across all age divisions.

The races range from four to 18 kilometres with competitors aged between eight to 80.

They will feature canoes containing one, two, three, or six paddlers.

Coffs Harbour is rated as one

Park Beach Men’s Bowls Club Results

By Doug POWELL

OPEN Social Triples Tuesday 5/05/2026

Y.Hinsley, J. Clarke, J. Slater d A. Stone, A. Orr, C. Hansen

H.Schipp, M. Pitt, H. Major d J. Rodwell, S. Rodwell, J. Barker

Sawtell Bowls Results

By

Geoff HAMPSON

MONDAY AFTERNOON BOWLS

4/5/26

R Avery S Fowler C Christian

DEF R Redman P Day G Hampson

J Chapman B Tremayne D Anderson DEF E Kochma B Tremayne B Kennedy

A Bailey L Read D Ryan DEF K Mason J Fleming M Flint

G Chambers S Fleming L Mitchell DEF P Roach L Kratz, K Taylor

TUESDAY 5/5/26

“The Long Roll” was played: this event is organised to Promote the

Sawtell Golf Results

By Janet O’DOWD

5/5 2BBB MEDLEY Stableford

Malcolm Sjm & Frank Hulbert 46, Adam Hunter & Chris Turnbull 44. Balls to 41c/b.

Medley Single Stableford Trevor Smith 40, Jackson Hordern

Urunga Men's Veterans Golf

By Ross HARDAKER

MAY 11

2nd Round of Championships

22 players contested today's 2nd round of the Championships.

Play looked doubtful early, however the sky cleared, and

q Jetty Beach is set to host racing this weekend.

SPORT RESULTS

G. Brewis, E. Tindall, S. Bailey d D. Francis, R. Oakley, L. Morris

S.Crawford, D. Condon, I. Trengove d C. Williamson, G. Stanford, K. Morrison

V. Valentine, D. Valentine, C. Weatherall d M. England, E. Kidd, C. England

R. Heinrich, M. Berube, R. Harris d N. McVicar, B. Worboys, R. Lane

K.Kaaden, M. Star, R. Wisely d K.

Game of Bowls in attempt to have it included in the Olympic Games when held in Brisbane: The Long Roll commenced in Sydney and is being played at different Clubs concluding in Brisbane: 32 players enjoyed a morning of Bowls at our Club followed by a BBQ Lunch; Huge shout out to all that organised this event and media coverage given: WEDNESDAY Men’s Social Bowls

6/5/26

I Muller L Zecchinati, P Warby DEF R McLellan W Vaughn J Townsend

T Brooks R Cridge A Taylor DEF A Vivian D Anderson A Berry R Smithers S Shaw R Petterson DEF P Paunovic K Sharman A

39c/b. NTP 7 A: Peter English, B: Ian Reynolds, C: Michael Muldoon. NTP 11 A: Alan Wallis, B: Brian Holman (pro pin), C: Brian McKellar. 6/5 Stroke A: Natalie Oliver 75, Chris Constable 78c/b, Tracey Wood (Lakeside) 78c/b. B: Elaine Everitt 79, Vicki Mcnamara 82, Maureen Ryan 83c/b. C: Trish Bailey 80, Brenda Connors 83,

most of the field got in dry. Winner, with a keno winning nett 69, Peter Inskip, 2nd, with a keno losing 70, Ross Hardaker, on a count back from Tony Shields, also on a count back.

Run-down Andrew O'Keeffe 70, Tom Faulkner 71, Joe Street, Peter Drysdale 73, Kevin Sanford, Mick Bellew 74,

Elliott, M. Flint, P. Lilly

G. Williams, R. Beaumont, A. Campbell d K.Raymond, M. Cutts, J. Murtas

J. Long, R. Aitken, B.Johns d M. Ross, R. Coffey, D.Walsh

J. McLeod, P. Wrote, D. Hull d W. Grimshaw, S. Macca, C. Jones

L. Bright, J. Alford, R. Alford d P.Neller, N. Spies, S. Clouten

Men’s Social Triples Thursday

Safety Beach Women's Golf

By Michelle MERRIKIN

04/05/2026

THIS morning saw a field of 30 line up with 15 teams heading out

Wagstaff

G Campbell J Rice R Williams

DEF W Bujeya G Stewart W Kellam

N Stahult M McGuire B Blight

DEF G Fisher D Frost P Weir

I Maderic G Walsh M Jenkins

DEF M Hastings N McClelland J Urge

G Peel T Mitchell L Preston DEF D Isaacs R Williams B Martin

M Flint B Clugston B Fitzpatrick

Jane Roser 84. Balls to 83. Pro pin Wendy Mason. Straight Drive 1: Jackie Chapman, 2: Linda Graff, 3: Carole Davis. Putting 1: Natalie Oliver, 2: Karen Wilson, 3: Trish Bailey

9/5 Canadian Foursomes

Richard Johnson & Ken Higgins

64.625, Neal McCarthy & Andrew

Dent 67.375, Alistair Lane & Mark

Paul Bastick 76 c/b.

Bradmans Waz Botfield 86. NTPs 3rd, 9th and 18th, Tom Faulkner.

Not seen before in my time at the Club.

Well done Tom ! Longest Putt Ross Hardaker.

Big day for Tom, also winning the slab.

7/05/2026

G.Brewis, G. Stanford, I. Trengove

d N.Dean, K. Crooks, J. Bishop

J. McClendon, P. Newman, J.Swan

d P. North, C. Hansen, M. Berube

R. Aitken, J. Long, K. Morrison d R. Orion, S. Kindred, J. Thorn

C.Williamson, H. Major, S. Crawford d K. Raymond, M. Cutts, J. Murtas

W.Grimshaw, J. Robinson, C.

for a two person Ambrose. The competition was tight with three teams having less than a point between them. Di Baker and Marnie hit form together to take it out.

Results

1st Di Baker and Marnie Jeffries 67.75

DEF P Swain D Churton S Sillar

C Christian D Wheeler M Aujard

DEF N Kotrozos J Oates E Nicolaou

FRIDAY Mixed Social Bowls

8/5/26

J Rice R Williams L Preston DEF N Wong J Urge T Karam

N Kotrozos J Oates J Townsend

DEY T Brooks R Cridge A Taylor

D Frost D Churton S Sillar DEF J

Flint 69.125. NTP 7 A: Benjamin Armstrong, B: Tim Rod (pro pin), C: Joshua Ryan. NTP 11 A: Neil

McCarthy, B: John Arnold

Ladies Stableford Nicole Owen 34

Ladies 2 Person Ambrose

Vicki Mcnamara & Sue Flint 34.5. NTP Linda Rankin. Saturday Sal Michelle Grabt

Woopi Monday Vets Golf

By Dianne RICHARDS

MONDAY May 11, 2026

Starters 23 who braved a little rain.

Winner Gary Tolhurst (25) who chose Sea View Tav. voucher R/u Michael Skipper 27

2R/u Gary Richards c/b 28

Weatherall d J.Lowndes, M. Baker, R. Harris

G.Meyer, C. Lloyd, D. Hull d P.Wroe, P.Knellar, H. Schipp

R. Mc Wha, P. Elliott, M.Flint d G.McInerney, A. Plain, B. Merchant

C. Brian, B. Garner, B. Trotman d D. Burridge, W. Moore, M. Mc Cabe

G. Williams, R. Beaumont, A. Campbell d L. Good are, R. Kelly, P. Worth

2nd Di Macrae and Yoli Gallacher 68

3rd Marian Brading and Tanya Doyle 68.5 4th Linda MacDonald and Michelle Wilson 73 5th Kim Batty and Di Richards 73.25

Chapman M McGuire W Meadows

J Brown J Smithers A Eagel DEF P Paunovic C Christian A Berry Kev Taylor W Vaughn D Anderson DEF B Hamilton G Hampson Ken Taylor A Bailey H Muir L Mitchell DEF R Avery J Richardson E Tindall S Flint A Day B Blight DEF P Mont M Sharpe D Holland

Sawtell RSL

By Ken MASON

TUESDAY 5th May 2026

Main Draw Winners: - Mick Pilgrim - R/U - Norm Monaghan Consolation Winners: - Zac Cowled - R/U - Brian Bentley

NTP 4th Gary Richards (ITH) & Sue Kempnich

7th Bob Fairclough & Sue 9th Chris Robo & Sue Putting Bob Fairclough 14

Janelle Colman won the Ground

Earth Coffee voucher for the NAGA 44 & FROG 22.

There were three birdies today Bob Fairclough 3rd, Gary Richards 4th & Ray Willings 5th.

Urunga

Cex Woolgoolga Lawn Bowling

TUESDAY 5/5/2025 (pairs) Rink 8:

C Butler, D Hodge, B Napper (D) G Lane, K Costelloe, S Oliver (36/7).

Rink 9: J Weston, G Pallister(D)

Coffs Harbour District Darts

By Ray BEASLEY

SAWTELL RSL Club

Summer Monday 4 May

Who Darted def Fluke Shots 6-3

Bad Habits def Bull Finish 7-2

DILLIGAF def Thunderstruck 9-0

Coffs Harbour Golf Club

By Vicki SILVER

MONDAY Vets Results - Monday 11th May 2026

34 members and guests played a 9 hole single stableford event in Coffs Harbour Ladies Golf

By Leanne ATKINS

10/05/2026

TUESDAY 5th May 2026 – Ladies

9H Single Stableford

Overall winners

1. Sandy Skinner 19

2. Diana Happ 18

3. Carolyn Daley 17C/B NTP

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey HART

APRIL 29 - Howard St Rimfire Range. The 60m Field Class match was conducted with 13

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey HART

MAY 03 - Dairyville Range 100m Centrefire match was conducted with 13 participants. Master Grade: Alan Phillips 99.12, Bryce K 97.5, Joel Walker 94.5, Reede Corrigan 91.7, A Grade: Stuart D 90.4, B Grade: Member-677 87.5, C Grade: Member-832 92.2, Lucas G 91.4, MNC

Cross Country

By Peter BERRINGTON

10 MAY 2026 at Sandy Beach RESULTS: 2km (Male) - Austin Hundle 7:46, 1; Chris Hamilton 7:55, 2; Donovan Duncan 8:00, 3; Reuben Wong 8:06, 4; Mark Bennington 8:22, 5; Lennox Bennington 8:57, 6; Alexander Jacquin 9:04, 7; Enzo Perez 9:08, 8; Harry Nolan 9:12, 9; Ben Ewart 9:15, 10; Lucas Perez 9:18, 11; Ned Taylor 9:19, 12; John Philip 9:20, 13; Ziggy Walker 9:22, 14; Astin Nuttall 9:38, 15; Thomas Feain 9:39, 16; Max Kelly 9:48, 17; Bryson Kelly 9:52, 18; Harvey Griffin 10:34, 19; Jonathan Ewart 10:40, 20; Daniel Ralph 10:52, 21; Marcel Philip 10:55, 22; Ben Jacquin 10:58, 23; Archie Feain 11:12, 24; Peter Feain 11:14, 25; Jack McCosker 11:15, 26; Chris McCosker 11:16, 27; Paul Cole 11:18, 28; August Hamilton 11:32, 29; Leon Petrohelos 11:48, 30; Ziggy Silva 11:53, 31; Darcy Kelly 12:02, 32; Andrew Wong 12:06, 33; Iggi Nuttall 12:15, 34; Richard

J Symonds, R Shaw (19/11). H Schultz, J Taylor (D) A Plain, B Merchant. (25/14). J Hurrell, D Barnard (D) M Hope, M Hodge (29/12). J Gibbins, Fred C (D) J Lynn, P Buck (20/18) G McInerney, C Davis (D) N Wood, R Bennell

Warriors def Is It In 5-4

100s

Carol S (1)

Cherie (1)

Elaine (1)

Kate (3)

Kelly (2)

Wendy (2)

Chris L (1)

Dave H (2)

Dean (5)

Edward (1)

Garry (2)

mostly fine conditions today.

The winner with a great score of 21 points was a visitor, Peter Wilson, from Bernie Golf Club, Followed by Marilyn Waterhouse 20 Points.

Ian Saunders 18 points on a count back

3rd hole Jo Gal 110cm, Helen Wright 378cm

Wednesday 6th May 2026 –Ladies Single V PAR

Overall winners

1. Dawn Smith -3C/B

2. Trish Nance -3C/B

3. Sandra Cheeseman -3 NTP

3rd hole Gayle Jones 544cm, Fiona O’Meara 1600cm, June Curry 0cm

participants. Master Grade: Daniel Finlay 97.12, Jake Buckley 92.5, A Grade: Johan Greyling 91.9, Geoff Slattery

78.3, B Grade: Allan Matten

88.5, Member-677 78.1, Danny W 69.2, Carl P 67.5, C Grade:

Tex Beaumont 89.4, Peter Fripp

84.1, Michelle D 82.3, Member-920 78.3, Phil Hartmann 70.1

May 06 - Howard St Rimfire Range. The 90m Field Class match was conducted with 22 participants. Master Grade: Jake Buckley 100.15, Daniel Finlay 95.10, A Grade: Norm Johnson 86.6, Geoff Slattery 83.3, Johan Greyling 79.3, B Grade: Allan Matten 79.3, Hayley R 76.5,

Pearson 12:33, 35; Patrick Happ 12:35, 36; Andrew Martin 13:10, 37; Lennox McElhinney 14:00, 38; Daniel Perez 14:16, 39; Matthew Thompson 15:34, 40; Oaklei Nuttall 16:36, 41; Makai Silva 18:30, 42; Steve Thompson 19:40, 43.

RESULTS: 2km (Female) - Lacey Van Hoeck 8:36, 1; Summer Bates 8:58, 2; Sophie Van Hoeck 9:03, 3; Lucy Ham 9:06, 4; Amber Hundle 9:16, 5; Clara Philip 9:19, 6; Anika Bates 9:21, 7; Penny Harrigan 9:24, 8; Elka Bowker 9:25, 9; Leah Ham 9:47, 10; Felicity Bates 10:15, 11; Mila Blanshard 10:26, 12; Anthea Martin 10:27, 13; Amy Hannaford 10:41, 14; Leah Doman 11:19, 15; Grace McElhinney 11:38, 16; Ella Petrohelos 11:46, 17; Clarissa Hull 11:54, 18; Pippa Moffatt 12:03, 19; Violet Wong 12:05, 20; Pim Heaney 12:19, 21; Bridget Jacquin 12:23, 22; Zara Pearson 12:32, 23; Darcy Gibbons 12:39, 24; Barbara Ewart 12:44, 25; Nerea Ruiz 12:47, 26; Sara Bergen 12:50, 27; Roberta Power 12:52, 28; Ruby Koomen 12:56, 29; Lisa Jenyns 12:59, 30; Isla Kelly 13:00, 31; Florence Van

(25/13).

Friday 8/5/26: (2.4.2) Rink 9: C

Nightingale, M Hopes (D) J Taylor, P Buck (24/14) Rink 10: Jo Burgess, K Costelloe (D) R Bennell, C Davis. ( 21/14) Rink 11: A Plain, M Hodge (D) D Barnard) G Pallister.

Kevin C (2)

Kurt (4)

Micheal (4)

Paul (9)

Reg (2)

Ricky (1) Rob (4)

Sam (1)

Steve (2)

Trevor (1)

Will (1)

High pegs

Wendy (60)

Garry Silver 18 points on count back.

Ball comp went to 17 points

Vicki Silver 18 c/b

Chris Oddy 18 c/b

Geoff Clerke 18 c/b

Jeff Howlett 18 c/b

Jean O’Connor 18 c/b

6th hole Jodi Murdoch 422cm, Sandra Cheeseman 388cm

22nd hole Keryn Little 684cm, Di Heath 275cm

26th hole Greer Galloway 173cm, Maureen Warnock 165cm

Saturday 9th May 2026 – Ladies Stroke – GOLF NSW Medal Round 4

Overall winners

1. Jan Kirk 72 2. Dinah Nutchey-Robinson 74C/B

Phil Hartmann 70.2, Jennen Ngiau-Keng 68.5, Wendi H 58.2, Visitors: Janka H 31.0, Susan T 10.0

The 50m F-Class match was conducted with 11 participants. Daniel Finlay

Isaac Williams 76.2, C Grade: Kathryn Matten 81.4, Rebecca B 79.3, Amritpal Singh 64.5, Phil Hartmann 64.2, Mitch Upton 55.1, Member-953 46.1, Jennen NgiauKeng 45.0, Member-740 38.2, Darren Cheers 32.0, Matt Keough 32.0, Wendi H 29.0, Brian Brock 18.0, Daniel Rees 17.2, Visitors: Thomas Kramer 30.0

The 50m F-Class match was conducted with 19 participants.

Hoeck 13:04, 32; Tegan Van Hoeck 13:05, 33; Eadie Blanshard 13:13, 34; Toni Berrington 13:39, 35; Megan Harrigan 13:51, 36; Teale McElhinney 14:01, 37; Leyre Perez 14:12, 38; Maeve Nolan 14:13, 39; Jackie Bartlett 14:14, 40; Ellie Luhr 14:18, 41; Wendy Maley 14:20, 42; Vicky McClure 14:24, 43; Kit Moffatt 16:39, 44; Isla Bowker 16:40, 45; Rhea Nuttall 17:19, 46; Isla Pearson 17:33, 47; Jess Dougherty 17:34, 48; Jody Smith 18:31, 49.

RESULTS: 5km (Male) - Kyle McIntosh 16:20, 1; Daniel Bowker 18:37, 2; Hugh Morgan 19:09, 3; Sam Ewart 19:17, 4; James Karrasch 19:35, 5; Daniel Ham 20:53, 6; Kweller Happ 21:20, 7; Andrew Wong 22:43, 8; Christian Petersen 24:46, 9; Marcel Philip 26:02, 10; John Philip 26:03, 11; Iggi Nuttall 26:26, 12; Astin Nuttall 26:33, 13; Theo Moffatt 27:02, 14; Edison Happ 28:37, 15; Dylan Hannaford 28:39, 16; Greg Ewart 29:24, 17; Matt Evans 29:31, 18; Ben Happ 30:10, 19; Tim Karrasch 39:26, 20.

RESULTS: 5km (Female) - Poppy Barclay 20:31, 1; Madeline Ham

(27/17) Rink 12: J Lynn, P Diamond, J Hampstead (D) J Simmers, w Gavenlock,R Shaw. (20/14) Rink 13: V Valentine, D Valentine (D) J Gibbons, Fred C (21/17). Rink 14: N Wood, S Oliver (D) S McGill, D Hodge (24/10)

Chris L (64)

Paul (56)

Reg (74)

Steve (58)

Leader Board

DILLIGAF 86

Warriors 61

Bull Finish 59

Bad Habits 55

Is It In 54

Fluke Shots 53

Thunderstruck 42

Who Darted 22

Alan Turner 18 c/b

Grazzi Toscan 17 c/b

Mark Cooney 17 c/b

Robert Standing 17

Nearest the Pins:

3rd Hole Robin Parsons & Alan

Turner

6th Hole Peter Wilson

3. Kerry Wilson 74

Stroke Winner

1. Keryn Little 77C/B

Putting Winner

1. Alex Brett NTP

12th hole Karen Brown 1180cm

15th hole Bronwyn Morgan 867cm

22nd hole Karen Brown 297cm

26th hole Carrie Fagan 560cm

199.14, Danny W 198.8, Johan Greyling 195.4, Mitch Upton 192.3, Phil Hartmann 189.4, Hayley R 188.7, Carl P 187.5, Wendi H 180.0, Allan Matten 178.3, Member-677 137.1, Visitors: Susan T 40.0

Johan Greyling 198.10, Daniel Finlay 195.9, Jake Buckley 195.8, Ben R 194.7, Hayley R 193.7, Danny W 189.5, Phil Hartmann 187.5, Mitch Upton 186.4, Allan Matten 185.3, Rebecca B 184.2, Matt Walsh 183.3, Matt Keough 183.3, Wendi H 180.2, Brian Brock 169.3, Amritpal Singh 168.1, Member-677 167.2, Norm Johnson 167.1, Daniel Rees 166.0, Visitors: Thomas Kramer 159.1

20:43, 2; Leah Doman 22:10, 3; Corrine Happ 22:21, 4; Amelia Harrigan 22:37, 5; Summer Bates 23:40, 6; Leah Ham 23:58, 7; Skyla Petersen 24:05, 8; Anika Bates 24:36, 9; Clara Philip 24:43, 10; Ella Petrohelos 24:51, 11; Kristie Hood 25:19, 12; Sarah Morgan 25:36, 13; Willow Nuttall 25:44, 14; Anthea Martin 26:04, 15; Mel Brodie 26:28, 16; Felicity Bates 26:34, 17; Stacy Wong 27:23, 18; Clarissa Hull 28:33, 19; Lara Karrasch 29:26, 20; Sara Evans 29:29, 21; Janie Mahoney 37:42, 22; Lisa Usher 38:07, 23; Rebecca Cornelius 38:44, 24.

RESULTS: 10km (Male) - Nick Murray 39:32, 1; Chris Giffin 40:11, 2; Ewen Williams 41:13, 3; Bruce Meder 45:35, 4; Nathan Quinn 45:57, 5; Leon Petrohelos 48:24, 6; Paul Cole 55:06, 7.

RESULTS: 10km (Female)Megan Usher 44:10, 1; Janelle Giffin 58:04, 2; Alice Angeloni 1:00:37, 3; Pim Heaney 1:02:00, 4. Next Week we are at Solitary Island Sports Ground on Centenary Drive, Woolgoolga.

AUSTEN

Gwyneth ‘Gwyn’ OAM

10th May 2026, at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Woolgoolga, formerly of Bexley. Loving wife of Ronnie (dec’d). Passionate advocate and defender of her beloved Red Rock.

Aged 87 Years

A Life Of Faith And Service

Gwyn donated her body to medical science and a private cremation has been held.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a Celebration of Gwyn’s Life to be held in Woolgoolga Uniting Church, Trafalgar Street, Woolgoolga on Monday 18th May 2026 commencing at 2.00 pm.

Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

BRIDGE

Rodger Wesley

7th May 2026, passed away peacefully at Bellinger River District Hospital, late of Boambee East. Dearly beloved husband of Nadia. Cherished brother of Greg (dec’d), Warwick, Jennifer and Craig (dec’d). Fondly remembered by all his extended family in Australia and Italy. Forever missed by his shadow Carlos the chihuahua.

Aged 80 Years

Missed Already And Forever

Rodger’s Requiem Mass was celebrated in Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Sawtell on Thursday 14th May 2026, followed by private cremation at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

Allan Kenneth Cecil 8th May 2026

Beloved husband of Kim. Loving father to his 3 daughters and their partners and adored Poppy to his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Aged 73 Years

Drumming in heaven

As per his wishes a private family service has been held.

VICTOR RULLIS FUNERAL SERVICES

(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au

Elizabeth Almond ‘Beth’ 9th May 2026

Passed away peacefully at Calvary The Brelsford Aged Care. Formerly of Emerald Beach. Beloved partner of Trevor. Mother to Mark. Proud grandmother of Ben, Harry and Izzy. Loved sister to Toni and Gerri.

Aged 83 Years At Peace, Gone Travelling Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Beth’s funeral service on Wednesday, 20th May 2026 at 1.30pm in the chapel of the Coffs Harbour Crematorium, Coramba Road, Karangi. Livestreaming is available from our website.

VICTOR RULLIS

FUNERAL SERVICES

(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au

CALDWELL, Kevin Gary

9th May 2026, passed away peacefully at Coffs Harbour Health Campus. Late of Nambucca Heads, formerly of Urunga. Father of Michelle. Grandfather of Cash. Brother of Brian, Sharolyn, Elizabeth, Narelle, Phillip, Trudy, Ian and their partners. Best mate of Brett & Sue, Mick and Gary. Cherished godfather of Natasha, Ben, Allison and Belinda. Adored uncle of their families.

Aged 78 Years

A Fond Friend To All Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Kevin’s Funeral Service to be held in St. Barnabas’ Anglican Church, Urunga on Monday 18th May 2026 commencing at 2.30 pm, thence for interment in Urunga Cemetery, Urunga.

Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

LOCALCLASSIFIEDS

Ronald John George ‘Ron’ 10th May 2026

Passed away surrounded by family at Coffs Harbour Hospital. Late of Coffs Harbour, formerly of Forbes. Beloved 3rd son born to Herbert (Ted) and Ellen (Ellie) George. Much loved husband of Penny. Loving father and father-in-law of Janelle & Matt, and Michael (dec). Wonderful grandfather of Miteese, Annika-May, Jada, and Millie. Loved brother and brother-in-law to Eddie (dec), Ray & Dianne, Lyn & Dave (dec) Thomas, Kath & Doug Fuller, Maureen & Peter Hunt, Carmel (dec) & Ken Stewart, Brian & Sonya Clark, Lex (dec), Faye & Keith Eather, and Sue McCully.

Aged 80 Years

He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Ron’s Requiem Mass service on Saturday, 23rd May 2026 at 10.30am in the St Augustine’s Catholic Church, Gordon Street, Coffs Harbour. Thence for private cremation. In lieu of floral tributes, donations to Mid North Coast Local Health District Hospitals.

VICTOR RULLIS FUNERAL SERVICES

(02) 6651 5007 www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au

REEKS

Maureen Francis

26th March 2026, passed away peacefully at Mater Christi Aged Care, Toormina. Mother of Mark, Darren and Tracy. Sister of Allan. Aged 80 Years Rest In Peace

Relatives and Friends are kindly invited to attend Maureen’s Graveside Funeral Service to be held in Coffs Harbour Lawn Cemetery, Karangi on Wednesday 20th May 2026 commencing at 2.00 pm.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

newsofthearea.com.au

Proposed Road Disposal Section 152D Roads Act 1993

In accordance with section 152D of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given of the proposed sale of the Crown public roads listed in Schedule 1. If a sale proceeds, the road(s) will cease to be a public road upon transfer of the road to freehold land in accordance with section 152H of the Act. Schedule 1: Crown road at Woolgoolga, adjoining 19-21 Scarborough Street, the Northern Beaches Anglicans Church and St Augustines Anglican Parish Centre. (File ref: 20/11105, Cluster: 683216)

All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal via the email address below or to Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure - Crown Lands, PO Box 2215, DANGAR NSW 2309 within twenty-eight (28) days of the date of this advertisement.

Any person is entitled to make submissions with respect to the sale or disposal of the road. Please note that submissions may be referred to third parties (such as council or the applicant) for consideration in accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 For the Manager, Divestments

For further enquiries please contact Cath Dee by email at cath.dee@crownland.nsw.gov.au or on T:02 4925 4106 quoting file references above.

Notices Public Notices

Revival Centres Church - Coffs HarbourHave you received the Holy Spirit since you believed?

CWA Hall 3 Dalley St, Coffs Harbour Sundays 10.00 am Mobile 0427 949 206 - revivalcentres.org

Proposed Road Disposal Section 152D Roads Act 1993

In accordance with section 152D of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given of the proposed sale of the Crown public road listed in Schedule 1. If a sale proceeds, the road(s) will cease to be a public road upon transfer of the road to freehold land in accordance with section 152H of the Act.

Schedule 1:

Crown road at Woolgoolga within Lot 2030 DP1163949 south of Newmans Road and north of the Pacific Highway. (File ref: 25/05790, Cluster: 683457)

All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal via the email address below or to Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure - Crown Lands, PO Box 2215, DANGAR NSW 2309 within twenty-eight (28) days of the date of this advertisement.

Any person is entitled to make submissions with respect to the sale or disposal of the road. Please note that submissions may be referred to third parties (such as council or the applicant) for consideration in accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 For the Manager, Divestments

For further enquiries

please contact Nicole Pullen by email at Nicole.Pullen@crownland.nsw.gov.au or on T:02 6591 3576 quoting file reference above.

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LADIES gold pendant lost opposite CEX on Thursday 16/4. Great sentimental value Reward offered. Ph Ann 0457 456 663

News Of The Area newspapers is looking for an Advertising Sales Representative to work for the Coffs Coast and Nambucca Valley News Of The Area publications.

The fantastic local role is available full-time or part-time, to ensure we appoint the right person for the position.

Whilst you are part of a great team, bringing out the local newspaper each week, you would be working from home, so a suitable home-office setup is required.

The right person would be a proven sales professional. You might not have newspaper or media experience, however a track record within a sales environment is essential.

Your daily role is focused on finding and presenting-to businesses who may use our newspapers to reach their customers.

You would require a driver’s licence, car and computer with reliable internet service.

An attractive base remuneration is offered, along with car allowance, internet allowance and great bonus structure. You will be provided with a business smart phone.

Applications can be made by emailing your resume, together with a Letter of Application, which should outline why you would be the best person for this role.

Email: office@newsofthearea.com.au Applications close: 5pm, 1st June 2026.

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BENEFIBER 4 x 500g jars. Not used. Ph 0419 561 719

COMPUTER desk pick up only. 0428 310 384 F010825 Free

ONE single bed - black tubular round head - bed all complete but needs screws to put together 0427 544 008

UNDER arm crutches like new. 0403 836 345

Plants For Sale

FROM $5, hundreds of plants, lots of hanging plants, open everyday, 11 Sand St, Coffs Harbour e240726 months

2.0.2 CH 120W Dolby ATMOS sound bar only 12 months old with 2 built in subwoofers. Price $100. 0412 081 950 Adventureland car fridge freezer 2 years old $400 Phil 0412 665 988 Woolgoolga

AIDACARE Commode, VGC, $99. 0428 285 643 F200226

AMPLIFIER, for guitar Magnum, with tuner & lead. $25. 0493 079 313

ANTIQUE, Sewing Cabinet. $60. 0466 525 814

BABY trailer & jogger

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CLOTHES Dryer Electric oven, Four 16” mag wheels 2 with tyres 0448 802 146

EXERCISE bike and treadmill, rarely used $150 each. Ph 0401 682 628

RETIRED brickies gear Mixer, barrows, saw stools, planks, general tools. 0419 200 368

ACOUSTIC guitar amplifier $90 ph 0493 079 313

Classifieds 4981 8882

1930s vintage cane commode chair w/ genuine fowler ware porcelain chamber pot $95. Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119 F050925

CARAVAN towing mirrors Quality Milenco vibration resistant

$95. Coffs Harbour 0493 094 285

CHICKEN coop

1530w x 850d x 1150h

galvanized iron $100 GC Ph 0417 364 582

CHILD’S Bike Seat carrier, child’s bike Helmets x 3. $10 each 0481 966 840 SOLD

CLICKGEAR 3.5+ golf push buggy. Wheel cover, brand new cooler bag & mesh bag included. $100. Cash only. Photos can be sent Ph 0408 254 884 F130326

COCA-COLA

Memorabilia Collection

$95. 0409 863 898 F270625ALL

COLLAPSIBLE electrical kettle. New cond, great size for travel collapses into very small item for packing. $30. Ph 0418 865 537

COMMONWEALTH

bank original 1988 $5 coin in mint condition to celebrate opening of Parliament House $30. 0490 161 119 Photos can be sent

DEEP fryer. Very good condition. $60 Ph 0417 283 380

DIMPLEX log fire electric heater. Flame effect glass front 432cm (w) x 662cm (h). $85. Ph 0411 300 156 F100426

DOG/cat carriersuit small dog. Near new cond. Safety door.

$44.00 Ph 0417 471 225

DOG house, smallmedium $15 6656 4700

DOOR Gym set new

$50. Ph 0412 081 950

DOUBLE bed, white gas-lift storage, new in box. $99 0415 981 605

DOUBLE mattress

BRAND NEW, bought 1 month ago, never used $100, pick up from Toormina, please contact Carol Hollier on 0403 611 836

DRUMS - half drum kit, 4 drums, ideal for beginner. $30 Ph 02 6652 8815 F130326

ELECTRIC fence energiser, hardly used

$100. Ph 6653 8337 or 0419 166 688

For Sale

ELECTRIC frying pan, large, new still in box. $100. Ph 0417 283 380.

ELECTRIC kettle, new $15. 6653 8337

ELECTRIC mop, $20 6652 8815

FOLDABLE support rail for seniors brand new in box $65 Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119

FISH tank w/ food & loads of accesories. 33” L x 16” W x 18” H. $30 0481 966 840 SOLD

FRAMING Gun 'Bostich', Pneumatic good order, $100 Ph 0407 654 879

FURRY hood jacket

Ladies size 10, toggle front $25 0407 654 879

GARAGE door opener remote control. Merlin Suitae panel door only Less than 5yr old. $100. 0412 776 409 F311025

GIRLS Dressing Table Circa 1950’s original mirror & handles $50 0427 544 008

GL refrigerator good working order $50 ph 0410 199 915

GOLD frame mirror. 75 x 50cm GC $30. Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119 F140225

GREEN hanging meat safe $50 0427 544 008 F230126 SOLD

GROUNDING sheet (QB) and grey p'case used once. $50. 0410 313 876

HIGH back orthopedic chair. Designed for the elderly as used in hospitals. $100 Photos can be supplied. 0490 161 119

HISENSE chest freezer H80cm x W52cm x L73cm. $50. 0481 966 840

width, lift and tilt

ph. 02 6649 1056

HONDA compressor

5.5hp $300. Ph 02 6649 1056

JERRY cans x 2 brand new 20litre steel cans. $35 each. Ph 0493 094 285

JIGSAWS from $4 each 20 available. Pick up only. Ph 0400 513 862

KARCHER, Electric Mop. $25. 0466 525 814

KITCHEN scales vintage 'KRUPS 875' $45. Ph: 0407 654 879 SOLD

KITTY litter house with removal tray. $20 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent.

LADIES clothing mostly new, size 6. Must sell going cheap. Contact Kim 0403 280 231

LARGE metal puppy crate. 75cm x 50cm x 60cm H. as new $40 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent.

LA-Z-BOY recliner leather with footstool dark brown, exc. cond $300 ono. Ph 0434 042 251. e150526

OVERNIGHT bag with make up purse, many compartments, very clean, handy size. $30. Ph 0418 865 537

PENSIONER

Scooter 2024. As new $6,000ono. 0428 628 105 RUS060826

PET Carrier: Transport crate, lock safety door Small cat or dog Near new cond. $39 0417 471 225

PETROL blower homelite mighty lite HBL26, exc cond, litt le use, $60. Ph 0417 283 380

PLANT tying tape gun + 8 rolls tape + 5,000 staples $100 0407 654 879

POCKET hose copper bullet. 15m long. Used twice. $50. Photos can be supplied. Ph 0490 161 119. SOLD

POLETHERA leather women's crossover shoulder bag. Brand new. Unwanted gift $35. Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119 F030426

PORCELAIN biscuit jar (8in high) with cream and jam pots, tea strainer and small flat teaspoon holder. $35 0400 641 561

LOUNGE suite green fabric, dbl couch + 2 reclining chairs $100 0412 254 563 SOLD

MATTRESS - Aspire ComfiMotion Memory Foam KS Mattress. As new, too firm for me RRP $1999. Selling for $200. Ph 0438 665 258.

MATTRESS topper

DBed, Sleepmaker

Marshmallow unused DB. $90. 0407 538 311

MIRROR, swivel, on stand $100. 0411 361 205 MINIATURE figurines x 6, porcelain, 1960s - 80s photos available $15 - $80 0407 654 879 F270226

MOTORCYCLE helmet, full-face, red, size

M. Superficially scratched but otherwise VGC. $40 Ph 0419 352 393

NISSAN Xtrail 2014 right-hand driver's seat w/airbag, cloth, exc cond. $80. Ph 0448 622 686

PUPPY crate, large. 75cm x 50cm x 60cm H. Only used for 2 months. $45. Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119 F050925

QUAD bike, GMX 125 GC, $600 ono. Ph 0409 552 482SOLD

READER'S Digest "Hear Them Again" 10LP Vinyl box set. 122 popular songs 1910s -1950s. Limited edition #6311. $75 Photos can be supplied. Ph 0490 161 119F030426

RENAI Gas Heater, GC $100 ono. 0466 040 154 RED overcoat size 10 Jigsaw brand fabric made in Italy 80% wool Never used. Pic ava. $95 0439 682 267 F250725

SAFETY gate, deluxe fits 73cm x 1.02m with 2 bonus extensions, child and pet safe. $40. Ph 0411 300 156F100426

seats. Variety size, type and colour. $30 6652 3791 SIMPSONS - large box of character dolls, items & pieces from show. Ex gift for collector $100. 6652 3791 SILVER tarp 6m x 5m. Little use, as new. $50. 0412 354 974.

THE World Book of Davies with a genuine print date 8/12/96. VGC $25. Ph 0417 283 380

TV 80cm (32”) + DVD player $100 0491 035 704

SOFA Bed / lounge GC. $50. 0475 672 574 F100426

SUNBEAM deep fryerlarge basket, new cond. $45. Ph 0411 300 156

TABLE tennis table (Double Happiness)

Two brand new nets around 200 3 star balls, 2 expert style bats, spin-max sport bag and others $1400 ono. Pickup only. Call Joseph on 0402 375 037

$55. Ph 0407 654 879

TWO single bed frames round heads & foot rail black. $50 both 0412 254 563 F310125 TWO macrame wall hangers hand made $50 both 0412 254 563

VINTAGE style hat rack 1.9m

VINTAGE timber mini bar. $60. 6652 8815

WESTERN paperbacks

Clevland, Bison, Larry Kent. Lots to choose from $1 to $4 each. Pickup only. Ph 0400 513 862.

WOODEN chest for Linen, $100. 0411 361 205. VINTAGE steward steamer trunk. Likely dated from mid 20th century. 74cm x 40cm x 30cm. $85. Photos can be supplied. Ph 0490 161 119

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FRIDAY EUROVISION SONG CONTEST

SBS, 5am (live) and 7.30pm (access all areas) Music fans turn their attention to Vienna this weekend as the Austrian capital hosts the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. While die-hard devotees will likely catch the 5am (AEST) semi-final broadcasts live on Wednesday and Friday morning ahead of Sunday’s grand final, casual viewers are best advised to tune in for this access-all-areas pass. Aussie commentators Courtney Act and Danny Estrin present all of the action from the first semi-final tonight, while Saturday’s primetime broadcast includes a dazzling performance from pop powerhouse Delta Goodrem (pictured). Her entry, “Eclipse”, is a quintessential power ballad with an epic key change that’s tailor-made to take on the competition.

MONDAY

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FRIDAY, May 15

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Clarence Slockee explores diverse foliage plants.

8.30 Patience. (Final, Mv) Patience and Frankie are held hostage. 9.20 Gruen. (PG, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

9.55 Urzila. (Mls, R) 10.20 ABC Late News. 10.40 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

Murdoch Mysteries. (Mav, R)

Love Me. (MA15+, R) 1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest. Hosted by Courtney Act and Danny Estrin. 10.00 Rock Legends: Chicago. (PGa, R) 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The King. (MA15+s)

Babylon Berlin. (MA15+asv, R) 1.50 Syndrome E. (Malv, R) 3.55 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

MasterChef; simply perform well in a few 90-second quiz battles and a $200,000 prize could be yours. Even host Rodger Corser (pictured) appears to be on easy street – a computer screen handles the questions for him. In Monday’s secondseason finale, just eight contestants remain standing on the giant illuminated board. As they face off in both their own specialist subjects and those they’ve inherited from fallen rivals, all bets are off. It’s winner takes all.

TUESDAY

SHAUN MICALLEF’S GOING FOR BROKE

ABC TV, 8pm

In his 2020 docuseries On the Sauce, teetotal comedian Shaun Micallef (pictured) tapped into Australia’s drinking culture, getting hands on with booze for the first time in 30 years. In this new three-parter, Micallef applies a similar approach to another national pastime: gambling. Its appeal is not something the comic has ever understood – he’s never even played the pokies – but with his young sons and their friends bombarded by gambling ads, he decides to take a closer look. Tuesday’s premiere begins with an afternoon of sports betting, before a game of two-up on Anzac Day and discovering how poker machines are programmed to cast a spell on players. For support, call Gambler’s Help (1800 858 858).

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Sydney v Collingwood. From the SCG. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews taking a look back at all the action from the match.

11.15 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.

11.45 My Reno Rules. (PGl, R) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown.

1.20 Quacks. (Mads)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 11. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Dolphins.

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

10.45 MOVIE: Rambo: First Blood. (1982, Mlv, R) A Vietnam War veteran is pushed to the brink. Sylvester Stallone.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

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SATURDAY, May 16

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (Ma, R) 1.30 Patience. (Final, Mv, R) 2.20 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (Final, R) 3.10 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (Final, R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Aust Story. (R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Sharon takes a shine to Kel’s best friend.

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 Death In Paradise. (PG) The team investigates the death of a business owner.

8.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+) Nikki conducts an unusual post-mortem. DNA evidence forces the team to seek advice from an unexpected quarter.

10.15 Bergerac. (Mv, R) Bergerac and Barney’s relationship reaches breaking point.

11.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm Room On The Broom. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. (Final) 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.15 Mr Bean: The Animated Series. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.45 Merlin. 11.25 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, May 17

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 The Assembly. (PGa, R) 3.15 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. (PGa, R) 4.10 Grand Designs. (Final, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Assembly: Dave Hughes. (PGa)

8.15 Bad Company. (PGn) Margie decides to become social media famous.

8.40 Bergerac. (Mal) Bergerac’s pursuit of Monica has severe consequences.

9.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) The team investigates the death of a business owner.

10.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+, R)

12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.00 Dream Gardens. (R)

4.30 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6am Children’s Programs. 1.50pm Kangaroo Beach. 2.15 Peter Rabbit. 2.30 Mister Maker Around The World. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Paddington. 4.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.05 PJ Masks. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. 8.10 Secrets At Red Rocks. 8.30 Animal Park. 10.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.00 Hot Roads: World’s Most Dangerous Roads. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix. H’lights. 3.00 Stories From The Cities. 3.30 U-96, The True Story Of Das Boot. (PGaln, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 5.35 Cold War Spies. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurovision Song Contest. Hosted by Courtney Act and Danny Estrin. 10.00 The Wonders Of Europe: Schonbrunn Palace. (PG, R) Looks at  Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace. 11.00 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R) Layton and Wilford vie for the upper hand.

1.40 The Kingdom. (Ma, R) Marc Fennell investigates Hillsong. 3.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R) 4.10 Bamay: Murrumbidgee River – Ngunnawal, Wiradjuri And Ngarigo Country. (R)

5.00 Eurovision Song Contest.

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Grandpas. (2019, PG, Spanish) 8.00 Vai. (2019, PG) 9.40 Oink. (2022, PG, Dutch) 11.05 Delfin. (2019, PG, Spanish) 12.50pm Cat Call. (2023, M, Hungarian) 2.30 A Great Friend. (2023, PG, French) 4.20 The Orator. (2011, PG, Samoan) 6.20 The Way Ahead. (1944, PG) 8.30 Crossing Over. (2009, MA15+) 10.35 The Sex Of The Angels. (2012, MA15+, Spanish) 12.35am Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.00 Hot Roads: World’s Most Dangerous Roads. (PG) 12.00 PBS News Compass Points. 12.30 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gymnastics. Artistic World Challenge Cup Series. H’lights. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 5.30 The Battle Of Crete. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurovision Song Contest. (PG) Hosted by Courtney Act and Danny Estrin.

12.00 MOVIE: Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song. (2021, Ml, R)

2.05 Matched. (PG, R)

2.55 A Certain Mother. (PGan, R) 4.15 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 Euronews.

5.30 PBS News Horizons.

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10.00 France 24 English News. 10.30 Eurovision Song Contest. 1.10pm Faithless. 2.10 Jeopardy! 4.15 France 24. 4.45 PBS Washington Week. 5.10 PBS News Compass Points. 5.40 The Frontier. 6.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 9. 1.35am The Nine Lives

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6am The Orator. Continued. (2011, PG, Samoan) 7.10 Howl’s Moving Castle. (2004, PG) 9.20 Vai. (2019, PG) 11.00 Oskars Kleid. (2022, M, German) 12.55pm Close. (2022, M, Dutch) 2.50 Thunderbirds Are GO. (1966, PG) 4.30 Delfin. (2019, PG, Spanish) 6.10 Sabrina. (1995, PG) 8.30 Past Lives. (2023, Korean) 10.30 The Talented Mr Ripley. (1999, M) 1am Piece Of My Heart. (2022, MA15+, Dutch) 3.00 Late Programs.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Arrowfield Dark Jewel Classic Race Day, Andrew Ramsden Race Day and Doomben 10,000 Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.00 Ooops! I Bought A Pub. Shane Jacobson buys a rundown country pub sight unseen and attempts to bring it back to life.

8.30 MOVIE: The Day After Tomorrow. (2004, Ma, R) A climatologist tries to save his family after the planet is plunged into a sudden ice age. Dennis Quaid, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emmy Rossum.

11.00 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Madlv, R)

12.00 Devils. (MA15+av)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

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6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Life Off Road. Noon Aussie Adventure Bike Show. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Garage 41. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. Sprintcar Series. Grand Final. 4.00 Frozen Gold. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Taken. (2008, M) 9.30

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 11. Parramatta Eels v Melbourne Storm.

9.40 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match.

10.00 MOVIE: City Of Lies. (2018, MA15+lv, R)

12.05 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

1.00 Tasman Trails. (R)

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)

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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 ACA. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGls)

8.00 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.00 Child Snatchers: A Day At The Fair. (MA15+a) Looks at the disappearance of seven-year-old Mark Tildesley.

10.50 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Malv, R)

12.00 A Friend Of The Family. (MA15+a, R)

1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Morning Programs. 3.15pm MOVIE: Wonder. (2017, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: The Addams Family 2. (2021, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian. (2009, PG) 9.40 MOVIE: Yes Man. (2008, M) 11.45 Seinfeld. 12.15am Prodigal Son. 2.00 MOVIE: Blaze. (2022, MA15+) 4.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 4.30 Barbie: Dreamhouse Adventures. 4.50 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 5.10 Late Programs.

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A bulldog has lost its spark.

7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. A couple must decide whether to move or not.

8.30 Building The Dream. Architectural designer Charlie Luxton helps first-time builders design budget-friendly homes that suit their lifestyles.

9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mms, R) Paramedics respond to a child’s call about a five-year-old stuck in mud, but all is not as it seems.

11.30 Elsbeth. (PGlsv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Floor. (PG)

8.15 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.15 To Be Advised.

10.15 9News Late.

10.45 The First 48: Old Flame/ Bad Behaviour. (Mav, R) 11.40 American Ripper. (Mav)

12.35 Oz Off Road TV. (PGl, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

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Midsomer Murders. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 8.40 Paramedics. 9.40 Emergency. 10.40 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2.50pm The Summit. 5.35 MOVIE: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. (2004, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Speed. (1994, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure. (1989, PG) 11.50 Gotham. 12.45am Arrow. 2.25 Soccer. English Premier League.

6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) It’s the start of around the world week. 8.15 Race Across The World. (Ml) The teams must navigate the full length of Thailand to reach the next checkpoint in Koh Phi Phi. 9.30 Taskmaster Australia. (Ms, R) The comedians try to conceal the best thing in their

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6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Silent Witness. (Ml, R) 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. (Mls, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (R) 3.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.05 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News Compass Points. 1.30 WorldWatch. 2.05 Cotswolds And Beyond With Pam Ayres. (PGa, R) 3.00 Going Places. (PGl, R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)

8.40 Ancient Greece By Train. (R)

9.35 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Sambre: Anatomy Of A Crime. (Mav)

11.50 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

2.45 Off The Beaten Track With Kate Humble. (PGn, R)

3.55 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.35 Chopped Junior. 10.15 Kids Baking Championship. 11.00 Late Programs.

6am My

Neighbour Totoro. Continued. (1988, PG) 6.25

Castle In The Sky. (1986, PG) 8.40 Delfin. (2019, PG, Spanish) 10.20 The Talented Mr Ripley. (1999, M) 12.55pm Hounds. (2023, M, Berber) 2.35 The Movie Show. 3.10 The Way Ahead. (1944, PG) 5.20 What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. (1993, PG) 7.30 Goodbye Julia. (2023, M, Sudanese Arabic) 9.40 Sweet As. (2022, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, May 19

TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 A Life In Ten Pictures. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (PGv, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.25 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

You’re Listening. (R) 10.30 ABC Late News.

10.45 The Business. (R) 11.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.45 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.05 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R) 12.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

5.00 A Bite To Eat. (PG, R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

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6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 The Slow Mo Guys’ Big Adventures. (Final) 9.05 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.30 BattleBots. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs.

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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Make Up: A Glamorous History. (PGa, R) 10.00 Legacy List. (R) 11.00 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Cotswolds And Beyond With Pam Ayres. (PGa, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.05 The Negotiator. (Premiere, Mal)

12.00 World On Fire. (Mav, R)

3.15 Off The Beaten Track With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

4.25 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGl)

7.30 Glenn And Mick’s Celebrity Intervention. (Ms) 8.40 9-1-1. (Mav) 9.40 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) 10.40 The Agenda Setters. 11.40 Happy’s Place. (PGal) 12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

1.10 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Floor. (Final, PG) 8.45 100% Footy. (Mal) 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl) 11.15 Footy Classified. (Ml) 12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)

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6am Nausicaä Of The Valley Of The Wind. Continued. (1984, PG) 7.10 Porco Rosso. (1992, PG) 8.55 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PG, Spanish) 10.55 UnIndian. (2015, M) 1pm Past Lives. (2023, Korean) 3.00 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi) 4.50 The Bridge On The River Kwai. (1957, PG) 7.45 Shadow Island. (2023, M, Norwegian) 9.30 Ama Gloria. (2023, PG, French) 11.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGal)

7.30 My Reno Rules. (PG) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown. 9.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) A team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates shares insights and experiences to highlight living well.

10.15 The Agenda Setters.

11.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mav, R) 12.15 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R) 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Under Siege. (1992, M) 10.45 Seinfeld. 11.45 The 100. 12.35am Love Island UK: All Stars. 1.45 The Real Housewives Of Durban.

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WEDNESDAY, May 20

TV (2)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.45 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. (R) 11.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Grand Designs Australia. (Final, PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 9.55 Legacy List. (R) 11.00 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Alexander Armstrong In India. (PG)

8.30 The Trial Of Michael Jackson. (M)

9.25 The Audacity. (M)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Rise Of The Raven. (MA15+asv)

12.05 Golden Boy. (MA15+ds, R)

1.55 Classified. (Malv, R)

3.35 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 11.00 Late Programs.

THURSDAY,

TV (2)

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Hotel

Salvation. Continued. (2016, PG, Hindi) 6.50 Ama

Gloria. (2023, PG, French) 8.25 Open The Wall. (2014, PG, German) 10.10 Discovering Film. 11.05

Goodbye Julia. (2023, M, Sudanese Arabic) 1.20pm

Sweet As. (2022, M) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.30 Gulmohar. (2023, PG, Hindi) 6.00 The 39 Steps. (1935, PG) 7.40 The Tracker. (2002, M) 9.30 Monster. (2023, M) 11.50 Late Programs.

May 21

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Gruen. (PG, R) 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 11.25 Urzila. (Mals, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Bergerac. (Mal, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Frankie Drake. (PG) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

Restoration Australia. (Return, PG)

9.00 The Assembly: Dave Hughes. (PGa, R)

9.45 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (PG, R)

10.30 ABC Late News.

10.45 The Business. (R)

Frankie Drake Mysteries. (PGv, R)

Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R)

5.30 7.30. (R)

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6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 9.55 Piquancy Silent Heroes. (PG, R) 11.00 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.05 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. (Ma, R) 3.00 Living Black. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Rick Stein’s Australia. (PGa)

8.40 American Prince: JFK Jr. (Ml, R)

9.30 A Gentleman In Moscow. (M)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Under The Bridge. (Madl)

11.55 DNA. (Ma, R)

2.30 Off The Beaten Track With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

3.40 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (PGa, R)

4.15 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 National News At Noon. 1.00 Time Is Money. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. (R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Madlv) A punishment proves too much.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

9.30 Unfiltered. (M) Hosted by  Hamish McLachlan.

10.00 The Agenda Setters.

11.00 Ultimate Crash Test. (PGal, R)

1.00 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6am Room For Improvement. 6.30 Escape To The

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Events That Changed Australia. (Ml)

8.30 NRL Origin Stories. (Premiere, PGl)

9.40 9News Late.

10.10 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml)

11.10 A Killer Makes A Call. (MA15+av, R)

12.00 First On Scene. (Mav, R)

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 4.05 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Ultimate Vets. 9.05 Animal Park. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.

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Does Countdown. 8.20 Travel Man. 8.50 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 12. 1.35am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera Newshour.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Morning

Programs. 8.50 Hotel Salvation. (2016, PG, Hindi)

10.40 Shadow Island. (2023, M, Norwegian)

12.25pm Four’s A Crowd. (2022, M, Spanish) 2.15

Open The Wall. (2014, PG, German) 4.00 Ama

Gloria. (2023, PG, French) 5.30 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 7.30 The Unlikely Pilgrimage Of Harold Fry. (2023, M) 9.30 Eighth Grade. (2018, M) 11.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGl)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGl, R)

8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PGl) A car is found overloaded with bicycles.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. Hosted by Ant and Dec.

10.30 Unbelievable Moments Caught On Camera. (PGa, R)

11.30 To Be Advised.

12.30 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL.

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By Aiden BURGESS

AMAIA Wain has been drafted into the best female Aussie Rules league in the country.

The former Bellingen Bulldogs and Sawtell/ Toormina Saints player was selected at pick number four by the Western Bulldogs in the inaugural AFLW preseason draft.

The 18-year-old was selected by the Bulldogs after a breakout season playing for the University of NSWEastern Suburbs Bulldogs in the AFL Sydney Women's Premier Division.

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