Coffs Coast News Of The Area 31 OCTOBER 2025

By Leigh WATSON

COFFS Harbour has taken another step toward shaping its future by launching “InvestCoffs”, the city’s first-ever investment prospectus.

Twelve months in the making, the document highlights why Coffs Harbour is one of regional Australia’s most exciting places to live, work and invest.

It lays out a roadmap of opportunities for investors, entrepreneurs and developers, and emphasises the balance between growth and protecting the natural environment by focusing on sustainable progress.

Coffs Harbour was the first city in NSW to be certified as an ECO Destination, and this is a key factor in shaping the city’s future investment identity.

The document showcases the city’s $5 billion economy, which supports more than 6700 local businesses and a population of over 81,000.

It presents Coffs as a connected, innovative and diverse regional centre, where traditional strengths in health, education, agriculture, CONTINUED Page 2

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retail and tourism are complemented by fast-growing industries such as technology, aviation, ag-tech and sports science.

Major infrastructure projects such as the $2.2 billion Coffs Bypass, the Jetty Foreshore revitalisation, and the proposed North Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre are identified as key drivers of transformation.

The privately funded $600 million Pacific Bay Resort Studios and Village project is also expected to elevate Coffs Harbour to the world stage, generating new opportunities in the creative and tourism industries.

At its official launch, Mayor Nikki Williams described InvestCoffs as a defining moment for the city.

“Today, we mark a bold new chapter for the City of Coffs Harbour,” she said.

“InvestCoffs sets out a clear roadmap for the future of our region.

“This is more than just a document, it’s a public statement of ambition, a promise of prosperity for our region grounded in real data, and an open invitation for investors,

entrepreneurs and partners to grow with us.”

Mayor Williams said Coffs Harbour’s strategic location, skilled workforce and natural advantages give it strong appeal for investors.

“With our position on the Pacific Motorway, a busy regional airport, and freight links via road, rail and sea, Coffs Harbour is open for business with the world.

“Investment in Coffs Harbour means more than economic growth.

“It means more jobs, better services, vibrant public spaces and a city that’s connected, sustainable and thriving.”

Council’s Acting General Andrew Beswick said Coffs has the best potential in the region and that the city's future would be built on technology and innovation.

He cited the Coffs Innovation Hub on the Education Campus, which Council supports, as one existing service to help small businesses.

Mr Beswick stressed that input from business into the ongoing development of the investment strategy was critical.

“The business community has been deeply involved in this process,” he said.

Businesses who would like more information are invited to contact the City of Coffs Harbour Economic Development and Tourism Team on (02) 6648 4835.

The Shoreline hits major milestone

By Mike HELY

q An aerial view of The Shoreline at Park Beach; on target for completion in 2027.

attracted strong interest, both from local buyers and those living outside the area.

THE latest stage of Coffs Harbour’s retirement and residential aged care landmark The Shoreline has hit a major milestone, with its Watermark Apartments on track for residents to move in by April 2026.

Steve Gooley, the General Manager of the Bachrach Naumburger Group, which is undertaking the multi-million-dollar development, said a recent pre-public sales release of the Watermark Apartments

“Interest in the Watermark Apartments has exceeded expectations, with 30 percent of the available residences already secured,”

Mr Gooley said.

“This underscores the strong demand for premium retirement living in Coffs Harbour.

“It’s clear that retirees are looking for a lifestyle that blends luxury, community and convenience.”

Support-aFamily program returns for 2025

FOR the past few years, Lifeline North Coast, Vinnies, Salvos, Lifehouse Care and News Of The Area have proudly partnered to bring hope and cheer to families doing it tough during the holiday season.

Christmas can be a particularly stressful time, especially with the ongoing challenges facing many in the North Coast region.

With soaring rents, a shortage of subsidised housing, and the rising cost of living, many families are feeling the pressure more than ever this year.

Kicking off this week for 2025, the Support-a-Family program provides a practical and heartfelt way for individuals, groups, and businesses to make a direct impact by supporting a local family in need during the festive season.

Last year, the incredible generosity of our local community and businesses supported close to 100 families with gifts, hampers and groceries.

“We recognise that many generous people in our region want to give back but aren’t always sure how,” said Nicole Hayes from Lifeline North Coast.

“The Support-a-Family program, through the generosity and community spirit of News Of The Area, opens the door for the community to show their generosity.

“Together, we are not only spreading Christmas cheer - we’re also building stronger connections between community members and local support agencies.

“It’s inspiring to see what we can achieve when we come together for a common cause.”

See page 10 of this newspaper for a list of local families requiring support this festive season.

Let’s continue to make a differenceone family at a time.

There are 179 residences in total at The Shoreline, including apartments, villas and penthouses, with 57 of those being at Watermark Apartments.

The overall development also has 120 beds in residential aged care.

The final stage of the project, which began in 2018 and is due for completion in 2027, involves construction of The Cove, a smaller building featuring 11 apartments and six villas.

Man charged after drugs, cash located

A MAN has been charged after drugs and more than $200,000 was seized after a vehicle search in Macksville yesterday.

Emergency services were called to the Pacific Highway, Macksville, about 8.20pm on Tuesday 28 October, after a SUV crashed into a guard rail.

Officers attached to Mid North Coast Police District attended and found the driver – a 47-year-old man –uninjured.

Following inquiries, the driver was searched, with police allegedly locating and seizing $2670 cash, MDMA and methylamphetamine.

A subsequent vehicle search was conducted with police seizing two Rolex watches, $229,300 cash and drug paraphernalia.

The vehicle was also seized for forensic examination.

The 47-year-old man was arrested and taken to Kempsey Police Station where he was charged with five offences:

- Negligent driving

- Possess prohibited drug

- Deal with property proceeds of crime greater than $100000

- Supply prohibited drug greater than indictable and less than commercial quantity, and

- Possession of equipment for administering prohibited drugs.

He was refused bail to appear before Bail Division - Court 1 on Wednesday.

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requesting the prohibition of mineral exploration and mining in the Clarence drinking water catchment.

Councillor Tony Judge moved the motion to co-sign the letter, after the Clarence Valley Council requested support.

“I moved that new motion because the original recommendation from Coffs Council referenced the importance of protecting the catchment, but did not explicitly address the need to prohibit mining,” Cr Judge said.

“I believed we needed to make our opposition to mining in the Clarence catchment very clear.

“The safety of our drinking water is far too important for our community to accept the risks that come with mining in the catchment.

“I am both relieved and grateful that all Councillors agreed.”

Cr Judge pointed out that the Clarence catchment has very steep terrain and high rainfall and the combination of those factors drastically raises the risk of a spill of toxic material into drinking water catchments in times of high rainfall.

“One of the minerals for which a mining exploration licence has been granted is antimony, a mineral that is highly toxic even at low levels,”

he said.

“Antimony contamination of our drinking water would be catastrophic, particularly as there is no way of removing it from water through treatment or filtration.”

There is also the possibility of contamination from lead, mercury and arsenic.

The Clarence Catchment Alliance (CCA) welcomed the decision and said it demonstrates responsible leadership and a clear understanding of the risks mineral mining poses to floodprone, high-rainfall catchments

across Northern NSW.

CCA Campaign Coordinator Shae Fleming said the move represents “a no-brainer” for regional resilience and long-term community wellbeing.

“We’re thrilled with Council’s unanimous decision,” she said.

“It’s a no-brainer – water catchments, especially those located in flood zones, should be completely off the mineral exploration and extraction map.”

Ms Fleming said the government is well aware of this community’s stance.

She said the CCA met with

Ministers in NSW Parliament on 5 August to present evidence and policy based requests, and are still awaiting formal responses from both the Minister for Planning and the Minister for Natural Resources.

Cr Judge told News Of The Area, “The health of our community is far too important to take risks with mining in the Clarence catchment.

“There is nothing more important to our health than clean drinking water.

“I am very pleased that Council has taken such a strong stand.”

Economic opportunity for rural landholders

CITY of Coffs Harbour is looking to strengthen economic opportunity on rural properties by allowing landholders to run smallscale events like destination weddings, and to set up artisan food and drink operations on their land.

At its meeting on 23 October, Council voted to send its planning proposal to the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure seeking gateway determination.

“The proposal would allow people on certain RU2 Rural Landscape land to host appropriately scaled rural functions,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.

“Allowing events and boutique food and drink industries like handcrafted cheeses, cured meats or niche restaurant or cafe spaces opens the door for a more diverse agricultural sector by enabling agritourism.”

Under the proposal landholders would still require development consent and would have to meet certain criteria around matters such as traffic, noise

levels, waste management, hours of operation and to be visually in keeping with the local landscape.

Rural function centres, for example, would be capped at operating for no more than 30 days each year, while guest numbers would be limited to 150 at any one event.

Similarly, rural function centres cannot serve as a convention or exhibition centre or as a venue for a music or dance festival.

Planning and Communities Acting Director Ian Fitzgibbon said the proposed amendment to the Local Environment Plan would provide a framework to meet the changing needs of the Coffs Harbour rural economy.

“We want to support the local agricultural economy to be able to diversify and explore complementary uses for their land,” Mr Fitzgibbon said.

“At the same time we seek to protect important agricultural land from fragmentation and ensure that competing activities and land uses on rural lands

Police search river for teen’s remains

By Farid FARID, AAP

POLICE divers searched the Nambucca River on Friday and Saturday, hoping to unearth the remains of missing Indigenous teenager Colleen Walker-Craig.

Colleen was 16 when she was last seen in Bowraville in September 1990.

Her four-year-old cousin, Evelyn Greenup, and Clinton Speedy-Duroux, 16, also went missing from the town in late 1990 but it took years before detectives suspected it could be the work of a serial killer.

Two of the Indigenous children's remains were found in nearby bushland in 1991, but Colleen's body has never been found.

The NSW Coroner concluded she had most likely been murdered.

Investigators on Friday said they were launching a two-day search operation for the 16-year-old's remains, homing in on two key sections of the Nambucca River.

"There may have been some gaps in the search of the river at the time so police are back up there today and tomorrow to finalise another thorough search of the Nambucca River," Homicide Squad Commander Joe Doueihi told reporters on Friday.

The river area had been searched before, uncovering the teen's weighed-down clothes, but the renewed effort was to make sure no stone was left unturned.

are managed appropriately.”

The planning proposal would not apply to land in the Coffs Harbour

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Local Government Area mapped as ‘Important farmland’ (being high quality agricultural land identified under the North Coast Regional Plan 2041).

Mayor Williams said the proposed change would stoke Coffs Harbour’s growing agrifood industry, and play to the public’s appreciation for local, highquality produce.

“Slow food and low food miles have been popularised by TV lifestyle shows – and further boosted by farmers’ markets which have become entrenched in communities right across the North Coast,” she said.

“Allowing rural landholders to establish a function centre also has the potential to diversify and increase farm income.”

Mr Fitzgibbon said artisan food and drink operations could include a cafe or restaurant, but would be small-scale in nature with the floor area used for dining capped at 120 square metres.

If the planning proposal receives a favourable gateway determination, it will be placed on public exhibition for comment.

Friday’s search saw Marine Area Command assist investigators beneath Wilson Bridge in Macksville, before the focus shifted on Saturday to a section of the river located behind private property not accessible to the public.

Detective Superintendent Doueihi said police were meeting with the family in Bowraville on Friday.

He also reminded the public of a $1 million reward on offer for any information about the remains of the deceased teen or information that led to the conviction of the person or people behind the three deaths.

In October 2024, Colleen's mother Muriel Craig urged the public for information that could bring closure to her daughter's disappearance.

"I want to know, I don't want to leave this earth, not without knowing where she is," she said.

"I just want people who know things just to come forward, if you don't karma will get you anyway."

A parliamentary inquiry into family responses to the murders in Bowraville recommended reviews of procedures and training on Aboriginal cultural awareness, as well as funding for memorials for the children in 2014.

Kemp and Minns clash over bail laws

Wednesday, 22 October, Mr Kemp asked whether it would take a death from crime before the Government acted to tighten youth bail laws. The Oxley MP’s question

came days after news that the accused teen offenders of a crime spree in Kempsey had all been granted bail.

In response, Premier Minns said it was “foolish

and inflammatory to be predicting a death in these circumstances”.

He then listed a suite of actions his government had taken to reduce the impacts

of youth offending, including “strengthening 22 C Bail Law protections in relation to young offenders, doubling the penalty for knife offenses in New South Wales, [and] the introduction of Jack's Law in the state”.

Mr Minns said that “crime across regional communities is down 10 percent” in the past two years, claiming that his Liberal/National Party predecessors did “absolutely nothing about crime” while in office.

Mr Kemp said that despite clear evidence of growing crime in regional NSW, the Premier refused to acknowledge the truth.

“In the Kempsey LGA alone, youth crime has jumped by 33 percent in just 12 months,” he said.

“Yet when I questioned him in Parliament, the Premier claimed that crime

A fair go for our community preschools

By Andrea FERRARI

MEMBER for Coffs Harbour

Gurmesh Singh is supporting the Start Strong Pay Fair campaign to boost wages for early childhood teachers in community preschools.

Early childhood teachers hold the same level of university qualifications and degrees as primary school teachers, and the same HECS debt.

Despite this, they are paid up to 30 percent less for equivalent work.

Director/Teacher of Lower Bucca Community Preschool, Nicky Misios, told News Of The Area that this sends a message that educating and caring for our youngest children is valued less.

“Although research acknowledges the importance of the first 2000

days of a child’s life, this is not valued regarding those who deliver the necessary education during this period,” she said.

Community Preschool teachers plan, assess, and deliver a curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework - the same level of professional expectation as in schools - often setting the foundation for lifelong learning.

“The pay does not reflect the expertise, dedication, and workload required.”

Ms Misios previously worked as a primary school teacher and says the preschool workload is far greater.

When educators are underpaid, the sector struggles to attract and retain qualified teachers.

“This leads to staff turnover, which directly

affects children’s relationships, consistency, and quality of care.”

Ms Misios suggests pay parity would help stabilise the workforce and maintain the high standards families rely on.

“The individual’s needs must be acknowledged and supported within the early years to support their later years.

“Quality teachers are those who provide the support and have the education to do so.”

Community Preschools operate not-for-profit, reinvesting the money into the children’s education.

Despite their proven success and contribution, educators in these services are left behind compared to those in school-based roles.

“Achieving pay parity isn’t just about money; it’s about respect and recognition for the vital role early childhood teachers play in shaping future generations,” she said.

figures are dropping in NSW.

“That response is a slap in the face to the people of Kempsey who are living with the reality of break-ins, car thefts, and violent crime increasing.”

Mr Kemp also moved the following motion in Parliament:

“I ask that this House:

1. Notes that violent repeat offenders in Kempsey, some already on bail, carried out an armed robbery, home invasion, and break and enter last week.

2. Recognises that despite the severity of these crimes, all offenders were granted bail.

3. Condemns the Minns Labor Government for failing to reform bail laws, leaving communities living in fear for their safety.

4. Calls on the Minns Labor Government to urgently take action to protect communities like Oxley from repeat violent offenders by strengthening bail laws.”

Mr Singh said the Government’s refusal to adequately fund this important sector places the future of community preschools and quality education at risk.

“Every child should

have access to passionate, qualified educators, and I will continue to advocate for the support our preschools need,” he said.

“These preschools are more than places of learning – they’re a vital part of our children’s lives and the heart of our community.

“I urge the Minns Labor Government to fund community preschools fairly so they can pay our incredible teachers and educators what they truly deserve.”

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expanding access to diversion pathways for 10 to 13-year-olds.

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By Callum GODDE and William TON, AAP

LEGAL advocates have welcomed a report's recommendations into a presumption that children under 14 are "incapable of evil", urging a state not to tinker with the longstanding principle, despite a drop in youth convictions.

A NSW review of doli incapax was released on Saturday after it was launched by the state Labor government in May amid a national debate about youth crime.

Latin for incapable of evil, doli incapax is a legal presumption that children between the ages of 10 and 14 do not sufficiently

understand the difference between right and wrong to be held criminally responsible.

Led by former Supreme Court judge Geoffrey Bellew and retired NSW police deputy commissioner Jeffrey Loy, the review acknowledged the test for rebutting doli incapax imposed a "high threshold".

But the high bar was justified as it provided a safeguard for inappropriate findings, was consistent with the 'mens rea' principle of a guilty mind, recognised the vulnerability of 10 to 13-year-olds and the impact of a criminal conviction.

Some review participants pushed for a "capacity to know" test to alleviate the burden on the prosecution to prove what a child was actually thinking at the time of the act.

A well-established independent ADAS Calibration centre is about to expand and open a new centre in Coffs Harbour.

Advanced Vehicle Solutions currently has two centres operating in Port Macquarie and Laurieton.

Advanced Vehicle Solutions offers a service to smash repairers and panel beaters when calibration is required following suspension work, accident repairs or windscreen replacement.

Using only high-quality equipment with experienced technicians with decades of knowledge and experience in both automotive and electrical technology, (AVS) offers a professional and timely solution much needed in today’s automotive industry.

We’re opening our new centre in 3/8 GDT Seccombe Close Coffs Harbour on the 1st of November 2025 and for any further information Ryan can be contacted on 0412 974495.

But the criminal law experts argued it did not warrant a departure from common law or introducing legislation that imposed a different standard for 10 to 13-year-olds.

"On the contrary, such a change would risk creating an inconsistency within the broader framework of criminal law," the 90-plus page review read.

The review was triggered after a NSW crime statistics agency study indicated a 2016 High Court decision in the case RP v R had made it more difficult to convict younger children.

It made seven recommendations, including legislating the common law test for rebutting doli incapax, additional police training and guidance on the principle and

The report has been welcomed by the NSW Aboriginal Legal Service, which urged Premier Chris Minns and AttorneyGeneral Michael Daley to adopt the recommendations in full.

"We know that locking children up not only compounds trauma for that child, it also increases the likelihood that they will reoffend as an adolescent or adult - ultimately increasing future crime," the legal service's chief executive Karly Warner said.

Data showed the proportion of youths aged 10 to 13 with a proven outcome in the NSW Children's Court fell from 76 percent to 16 percent in the seven years to 2023.

The volume of children in that cohort charged by police remained mostly stable over the same period, and the downward trend was mirrored in Victoria and South Australia.

The review found there appeared to be a "degree of misunderstanding" among criminal justice system members on applying aspects of the current test and the 2016 High Court decision.

Mr Daley said states that have codified doli incapax, such as Queensland and Western Australia, did not show a similar decline in convictions.

The NSW government will examine the report before detailing a pathway to reform.

The NSW Council for Civil Liberties previously said there was no need to codify doli incapax, which risks putting children in contact with the criminal justice system.

When the managing director Mr. Ryan Squires was asked:

“Why are you opening a new calibration centre in Coffs Harbour?” Ryan replied:

“For several years we’ve been operating our two centres in Port Macquarie and Laurieton because we saw a need in the marketplace for a dependable calibration provider that could professionally undertake the services needed in a timely manner.

Most of the calibration services being offered were being handled by dealerships and usually taking on average 3 to 4 weeks and many times longer before they could provide the calibration.

We were also exposed to the anger and frustration of vehicle owners that needed their vehicles back on the road after the repair had been done, only to have to wait another month or so for the dealerships to do the calibration. Frustration could be an understatement!

Our unique sales proposition is we can provide the same service with just a few days notification and certainly within the same week.

We were already servicing customers from the Coffs Coast and so it was apparent to us the same problem existed in Coffs Harbour whereby wait times from dealerships can range anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks for a calibration to be done.

Seeing an opportunity to provide a much-needed service and help drivers on the Coffs Coast get their vehicles ‘back on the road’ in a timely fashion, we decided to launch our new centre in Coffs Harbour”.

Cultural burning training program

By Andrew VIVIAN

CULTURAL burning techniques are being integrated into government bushfire management frameworks across NSW.

Funded by the Federal Government program “Fire, Country and People”, the aim is to strengthen community resilience to major bushfire events and improve land management practices across traditional Aboriginal lands.

The project is a three-year $3 million initiative funded by the Australian Government and jointly supported by Forestry Corporation NSW (FCNSW).

As part of this initiative, members of the Western

Bundjalung, Yaegl, Gumbaynggirr, Bunyah and Birpai communities have attended training sessions at Jubullum, Grafton and Port Macquarie over the past year.

Fire training specialists, Fireground, has delivered training to provide accredited firefighting qualifications to members of the Northern Rivers, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie/ Hastings Aboriginal communities.

The program equips participants with essential firefighting skills and fosters collaboration between Aboriginal communities and government agencies, combining traditional cultural burning methods with modern

firefighting techniques.

The project will include a research component to build a scientific evidence base around cultural burning, investigating its impact on bushfire intensity and spread.

This approach supports the integration of Indigenous knowledge into broader fire management frameworks, contributing to sustainable and culturally informed land stewardship.

FCNSW’s Aboriginal Heritage and Partnerships Manager, John Shipp, said, “This program creates an opportunity for the Yaegl and Gumbaynggirr communities to work with government agencies to develop a path forward for effective

and sustainable bushfire management, combining traditional cultural burning with modern firefighting techniques.

“This will improve the resilience of the community to major bushfires.

“The use of fire in the environment is only one aspect of the community’s land management experience, which has existed for more than 60,000 years and, importantly, this program equips participants with essential firefighting skills and qualifications for future careers in firefighting.”

Grant Brown, the Business Manager for Yaegl Wadyarr Gargle Land and Sea Contractors, said, “Having 20

members of our community trained as accredited firefighters on Forestry Corporation appliances and equipment also provides an extra level of bushfire protection.

“We have 82 threatened floral and fauna species on Yaegl land and fire management is key to their protection by preventing wildfires, regenerating our native species, and ensuring the forests germinate to their full potential by reducing weed growth.”

Laqueesha Laurie, who participated in the program, said, “I want to thank Forestry for the opportunity in running this firefighting training and providing our community

with full firefighting PPE and training so we can protect our community and improve the health of our Country.

“I strongly believe that through these partnerships and collaborations… we as a mob and people can create empowerment within and pass that onto our next generation and share our identity and share who we are in today’s modern world.

“Because we had to adapt, we had to be part of the evolution and change - now it’s up to us to fit in and make the most of what opportunities are provided for our people, run with them, embrace them and be proud of who we are and where we come from.

Cecato to serve another term as Deputy Mayor

COUNCILLOR George Cecato has been elected to a further 12-month term as Deputy Mayor of the City of Coffs Harbour Council.

Cr Cecato was endorsed by Council at its Thursday, 23 October meeting after his initial 12-month term expired.

The Deputy Mayor’s role is to act as chairperson of the Council meeting if the Mayor is absent from Chamber, to support the

Mayor with performing ceremonial duties and to be the alternate Council spokesperson when the Mayor is unavailable.

Cr Cecato was first elected to Coffs Harbour Council at the 2016 local government election.

Meanwhile, Council also endorsed the appointment of Cr Cecato, and Brett Vercoe as the community representative, to the Water Efficiency Working Group which has been reestablished by Clarence Valley Council.

This group provides advice and guidance in relation to the Clarence Valley and Coffs Harbour Regional Water Supply Water Efficiency Strategic Plan.

The group also annually reviews the Clarence Valley and Coffs Harbour Regional Water Supply Water Efficiency Implementation Plan.

Convening as often as it determines to – but at least once a year – the group’s meetings are open to the public.

Calls to reclassify Tuckers Nob

By Andrew VIVIAN

WHILE most local conservationists have been filled with optimism after the announcement of the Great Kola National Park (GKNP),

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others are dismayed that Tuckers Nob State Forest near Coffs Harbour was excluded.

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logged in the next 12 months contained at least 25 koala records.

The area is not covered by the government’s temporary logging moratorium, prompting calls

for its reclassification from plantation to koala habitat.

A spokesperson for Forestry Corporation NSW, said there are no current operations in Tuckers Nob State Forest and it does

not expect to commence operations this year.

She said a unique and special wildlife values assessment had been completed in that timber plantation and operators would be required to inspect every tree before felling.

Researchers from CQU and Griffith University collaborated with conservation organisations and citizen scientists, to survey more than 142 hectares zoned as plantation.

The survey revealed clear signs of koala activity, including scat evidence or thermal drone imagery for at least 25 koala records.

CQU’s Dr Rolf Schlagloth said, "These aren’t just plantations; they’re home to one of Australia’s most iconic and endangered animals.

“We’ve shown remnants of original forest exist within these zones and are actively used by koalas.”

Using historical aerial photography, mapping tools such as SIX Maps and Google Earth Pro, and modern drone-mounted thermal imaging, the team pinpointed critical areas of undisturbed habitat within the plantation.

Dr Schlagloth said excluding areas such as the Tuckers Nob study site from the proposed GKNP footprint for the sake of logging was both “short-sighted and inconsistent with current conservation strategies”.

The authors of the study argued all high-value koala habitat – regardless of zoning – must be protected, and future conservation efforts must treat the integrity of the entire reserve system as paramount.

They have called for the Great Koala National Park to be designated as a World Heritage site to secure its future long-term.

Peace by Piece art exhibition

By Andrea FERRARI

PEACE by Piece is an upcoming ceramic and painting exhibition celebrating creativity, friendship and life experience.

Showing at Sawtell Gallery, the free exhibition opening party is at 6pm on Sunday 16 November at the gallery, and all are welcome.

The exhibits are the work of the local women's art collective known as MAGIC, which was established in 2015 and shows biannually.

This year MAGIC is supporting CAMFED, an organisation based in West

Africa that educates and mentors young girls, helping them to transform their lives through learning and opportunity.

In turn, these girls empower and educate others, demonstrating “the multiplier effect”.

Funds are raised through a percentage of all exhibition sales, raffles and donations.

The title Peace by Piece holds a double meaning, participating artist Paula James told News Of The Area.

“On one level it reflects the way peace is built patiently piece by piece.

“On another, it

acknowledges that every shard, every broken surface carries beauty and value when seen as part of a whole.

“The works in this exhibition embrace both the fractured and the unified, recognising that peace is not an absence of struggle but a practice of weaving together that which is shattered.”

The diverse range of exhibits showcases the talent and imagination of ceramic artists who have each interpreted peace through their own artistic lens.

“Some pieces are delicate, others strong and groundedbut each carries an echo of its maker.”

The MAGIC artists acknowledge the generosity of Maryanne Heslop, “guiding us in fostering our creativity while we play with clay.

“She continues to inspire us with her unique skills, enthusiasm and positivity.

“Thanks also to Margaret Welsh for sharing her beautiful studio with us.”

The exhibition is open daily from 10am-3pm until 29 November.

“Clay shaped and fired, mixed media layered with story, and symbolic forms emerge from lived experience.

Coffs sailor washed overboard

By Andrea FERRARI

COFFS Harbour sailor Eric Marsh feared for his life when he was washed overboard by a freak wave during the McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR).

One of 15 solo sailors competing in the 28,000mile round-the-world race, Mr Marsh was thrown off

Sunbear, his Globe 5.80 boat, in the middle of the night on 17 October.

“I thought my life was over,” he told a race interviewer, “It was a pretty scary ordeal, I’m still shaking.”

His wife and Safety Manager Brenda Marsh, told News Of The Area that her husband was swept from the foredeck while putting his

spinnaker pole away.

He was tethered onto the safety rail but was dragged and became entangled in the spinnaker lines.

In attempting to climb up the side of the boat his lifejacket auto inflated, which caused further difficulties.

“After several attempts, very tired and exhausted, he managed to get back onto the

boat," Brenda said.

He achieved this by dragging himself to the port quarter.

“I burned up all my energy,” Eric said.

Wet and still very shaken, he described the incident as “the scariest time of my life.”

The current leg of the race is from Vuda Marina Fiji to Cape Town in South Africa.

At the time, Eric was about 70 miles from finishing and in the middle of rain squalls.

The forecast showed 2025 knot easterly winds and a 2-3 metre sea.

A full debrief is being undertaken to discover exactly what happened and how his self-recovery was carried out successfully.

The lessons learned will be shared with all MGR competitors.

Eric has sailed approximately 16,000 miles onboard Sunbear since setting out from America to make the start of the MGR from the National Sailing Academy in Antigua. He is now safely in Port Louis, Mauritius.

CWA North Coast holds AGM

By Andrea FERRARI

THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) North Coast Group held their annual meeting on Wednesday 15 October at the Salvation Army rooms in Grafton with 65 members and guests attending.

Group President Leonie Saunders thanked special guest representing Mid North Coast Group Rhonda Merchant for her mentorship as well as local mentor and member Trish Stabback.

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Acknowledgement was made to Alison Larcher for attending from the Far North Coast Group and acting as scrutineer.

The CWA welcomed the Managing Director of Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary who spoke about what she and the management team are seeking to achieve at the sanctuary.

Members were encouraged to visit and support the enterprise.

“We also presented two young ladies, Sarah Brown and Mahaila Matheson, with South Grafton Nursing Grants to help them out with their studies in the nursing field.

“From 14 very qualified applicants it was hard to pick just two,” said Ms Saunders.

“After a lovely lunch we

held our elections for the following year.”

President/SECM - Leonie Saunders; Secretary - Jodie Williams; Treasurer - Denise Ryan; Vice Presidents - Carol Mcintyre, Trish Stabback, Annette Rieper and Jackie England; Handicraft - Jean Beby; Land CookeryLorraine Corbett; Cultural - Jenny Snodgrass; Social Issues - Leonie Fish;, Ag & Environment - Kaye Crockett; and Publicity - Jo Edgar.

Appreciation for their hard work was given to outgoing executive members Sharron Davison, Jennie Smith, Ros Hopwood and Wendy Prowd.

Newry State Forest reopens after storm damage

NEWRY State Forest, southwest of Urunga, was impacted by a severe thunderstorm on Friday, 10 October that left roads blocked by fallen trees and branches.

Once the damage was assessed, a Forestry Corporation team went to work restoring road access for local property owners and state forest visitors.

Led by Fire and Operations Coordinator, Simon Primmer, a dedicated crew worked tirelessly from Monday, 13 October through to Thursday, 23 October cleaning up in the storm’s aftermath and reopening forest roads.

Acting on a call for assistance from the NSW State Emergency Service, Simon and Forestry Operator Aden Hitchcock cut a path through storm debris to reach a stranded camper named Joel on Monday, 13 October.

Joel fortunately had food and access to creek water but

was understandably relieved to see help arrive.

He gave the team a big thumbs up before leaving the forest once the road out was cleared.

Forestry staff also worked with a neighbouring landholder, whose internal property access was blocked.

Simon and the crew, supported by local heavy plant equipment contractor Tony Cuthel, cleared a fence line and reopened access to

the cattle yards - ensuring the property could function again.

The team safely reopened approximately 40 kilometres of roads and trails.

This work is critical for fire response, plantation protection and upcoming plantation thinning operations.

It also means regular forest users can once again enjoy vehicle access to Newry State Forest.

Performing Arts Scholarships open

By Andrea FERRARI

COFFS Harbour and District

Eisteddfod is seeking applications for Round 2 of its Performing Arts Scholarships, closing on Sunday 30 November.

Aspiring and dedicated young performers across the region are encouraged to apply for financial support of their performing arts journey.

“We were blown away with the standard of performances during our 2025 events, and we are encouraged to support performers this way,”

Eisteddfod President Debbie Waters told News Of The Area.

“It’s inspiring to see such talent in our region.

“We awarded over $5000 in Round 1, so we are looking forward to doing this again to support our regional students.”

Scholarships range from $250 to $800, and applications are open to performers across all genres including dance, drama, vocal, and instrumental.

This scholarship aims to support local talent with expenses such as lessons, travel, equipment or further development, such as workshops in their chosen field.

Successful applicants will be announced by Sunday 7 December.

Meanwhile, the Executive Committee for 2026 has been announced and is: President Debbie Waters, Vice President Louise Ray, Secretary Anne Chittick and Treasurer Sandra Goodby.

The Coordinators for 2026 are: Instrumental Louise Ray, Choirs Mary Pollack, and Dance, Molly Horseman and Loren Hodgson.

“We welcome anyone who may be interested in assisting on a volunteer basis to get involved,” Ms Waters said.

“We are still looking

for a Vocal and Drama Coordinator for 2026 and general volunteers across all disciplines. Unfortunately, at this stage Piano will not be proceeding in 2026, which is sad news for us all.

“Once again we are very fortunate to have RJK Optometry continue to support our Performing Arts Students and our local Coffs Harbour Eisteddfod for 2026.”

For applications and further information, contact the Eisteddfod Committee via info@coffseisteddfod.org. au or check out the website coffseisteddfod.org.au.

Hypothetically writing for 600 columns

By Andrea FERRARI

Mr Wood’s first column was published in the Advocate on 14 September 2013.

“The column in the paper was my late father's idea,” he said.

“He was reading the paper on the weekend and asked me ‘Why don't you have a column in the paper?’.

“I pestered the editor at the time for several months before I was given the opportunity to contribute.”

The Hypo was an immediate success.

Since the first column was published, he has received positive feedback, “which now occurs on almost a daily basis”.

The general sentiment is that the hypothetical scenarios are not only interesting but are an effective way of making legal knowledge accessible.

It is this support that fuels Mr Wood’s consistent weekly submissions.

The columns follow a general formula which introduces the key characters, establishes a dispute, and reaches an ultimate resolution.

“Most of the hypotheticals are based on real-life cases, whether they are reported judgements or cases I've run personally.

“These cases are often

complex, and the column aims to simplify the concepts in a way that the readers can easily digest.”

A range of different areas of the law are covered, including criminal law, family law, business transactions, conveyancing and “the fan favourite”, wills and estates.

The column’s format has changed little since the first Hypothetical was published.

“When the Advocate decided not to publish a physical newspaper, I was very concerned about the future of the Hypothetical and I am grateful to the News Of The Area for providing a platform for the Hypothetical

to continue to be published and continue to thrive.

“I was part of the launch of the News Of The Area, with my first Hypo published on 31 July 2020.

“Over the years, with the assistance of the publicity resulting from the Hypothetical, I have advised thousands of members of the community and frequently this involves second or thirdgeneration families who return to us because they know we will look after them the way we looked after their parents and grandparents.”

TB Law is the oldest law firm in Coffs Harbour, established 85 years ago.

Locals part of record-breaking air race

By Andrea FERRARI

TWO Coffs Harbour teams have returned from the Outback Air Race 2025 (OAR) after helping the event raise a record $1 million for the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS).

Rather than a speed race, the OAR is a time and accuracy trial.

Local teams “Show Me The Mooney!” with pilot Tim Alexander and navigator Marguerite Alexander, and “Hot Termalis” with Julie Jardine and Michael Basa, were among 38 teams competing - all united in their support of the RFDS.

One hundred people flew in from all parts of Australia to meet at Uluru for the start, setting off from Yulara, NT, on 22 August.

After 15 days in the air, covering 3800km and 10 outback airstrips, the finishers completed the “race” in Carnarvon, WA, on 8 September.

“Our 1966 model

Mooney did us proud, and we managed to win two race legs (races 3 and 5) and come overall 8th in the event,” Mr Alexander told News Of The Area.

“Most satisfying though was our team raising just under $12,000 for the RFDS with the help of friends, family, and organisations in Coffs Harbour and surrounds, well exceeding our fundraising target of $10,000.

“We flew over spectacular scenery, encompassing deserts, the Kimberleys, the north-west archipelagos

and West Australian coastline [and] enjoyed the camaraderie among fellow pilots and met people in the local communities.”

Between race legs they had free days to explore on land and sea.

At many of their race destinations they noticed a Royal Flying Doctor aircraft in service, “attending to locals with medical needs, serving as a lifeline for them at a time of great need”.

The competition was very tight this year.

Hot Termalis won the first leg from Uluru to Alice

Springs.

“Unfortunately, we weren’t able to hold the position, everyone wanted to win, but we managed a couple of third places, a couple of bad places and ended up fifth overall,” Ms Jardine said.

“The goal however was to raise much needed funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and [overall] we achieved a whopping $1 million dollars raised.

“Flying down the Coral Coast of WA was an amazing experience with beautiful coral beaches.

“The teams were amazing

throughout the race with a mayday call, a flu outbreak through the competitors, which grounded some teams who had to catch up once they were better, a great bush poetry night, Alien Dress-Up night, and mixing with all the locals in tiny towns that were transformed once 38 planes arrived.”

Both teams give a

heartfelt thanks to all friends, supporters, and organisations in Coffs Harbour and further afield for generously donating to the RFDS.

Both Coffs Harbour teams are looking forward to participating in the 2028 Outback Air Race which will celebrate the RFDS Centenary.

City developing sport and rec strategy

THE City of Coffs Harbour is developing a 15-year Sport and Active Recreation

Strategy, with residents invited to have their say.

“This is the first step

to help us discover how our sport and rec facilities might be best managed,” City

Planning and Communities Acting Director Ian Fitzgibbon said.

“Tell us what’s working well now, what could be better, and how we can best position for the future.”

The City has engaged Otium Planning Group, specialists in sport, recreation, and leisure planning, to assist in developing a draft strategy.

There are a few ways you can share your thoughts.

• Visit the Have Your Say webpage and complete an easy and quick survey

• Head along to a Community Pop Up at

the Coffs Central Growers’ Market (8-11am on Thursday 14 November).

All survey participants will go in the draw to win one of two family passes to the Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers Big Bash cricket match in January.

“With your help, the draft strategy will be a guide to create spaces for all –facilities which encourage more people to get involved and stay active,” Mayor Nikki Williams said.

Workshops will also be run with sports clubs, umbrella associations and

Bello on high alert for invasive weeds

landholders to identify priority weeds on private land, and conducting control works on Council land if resourcing is available.

outcompete native vegetation and impact native wildlife.

spread from gardens in the Shire.

management committees.

The draft strategy will set out the priorities for the City’s facilities and identify actions over the short, medium, and long term.

Implementation will rely on a mix of City planning, available resources, and external funding opportunities through NSW and Federal Government programs.

The draft strategy is expected to go to Council around April next year, when the elected body may resolve to put it out for public exhibition and feedback.

creekbanks, in the shady understory of local bush, or right in your backyard.

INVASIVE plants like Cockspur Coral Tree, Seeded Banana and Long Leaf Willow Primrose will set seeds and spread throughout the region in coming months, posing threats to native vegetation, local waterways and biodiversity.

New warning signs can be seen in Urunga, Fernmount, Thora and Darkwood, as Bellingen Shire Council works to increase community awareness around these priority species and manage their presence in the area.

Council employs an Invasive Weeds Team as a part of its Environment and Sustainability department to help control priority weeds.

“Common ‘widespread’ weeds are not listed as priority species as they are already prevalent in the landscape and very unlikely to be eradicated.

“This makes targeted control less effective in terms of risk reduction and resource use.”

The Invasive Weeds Team is currently focused on educating the community about priority weed species in the Shire, working with

“A weed is considered a priority species for control in the Bellingen Shire when it poses a high risk to agriculture, the environment, or community assets and meets specific management criteria under the NSW Biosecurity Act,” explained Bellingen Shire Council’s General Manager, Mark Griffioen.

Controlling priority weeds is important due to the impact these species can have on our environment.

Cockspur coral trees can take over waterways,

They disrupt surrounding soil and make it difficult for other vegetation to grow nearby.

They are easily found in small clusters from Darkwood all the way to the coast.

Seeded bananas are an ornamental plant that has

They produce inedible fruits filled with large seeds.

They use up all the nutrients from the soil, restricting the growth of native vegetation around them.

These plants are most commonly found on

Long Leaf Willow Primrose is an aquatic shrub that can reach up to three metres tall, growing in the sandy, silty soil that surrounds local waterways. These shrubs not only impact the habitat and food supply of fish in the rivers but can disrupt the flow of waterways and increase flood risk.

Celebrating headspace

By Andrea FERRARI

HEADSPACE Coffs Harbour

celebrated “headspace Day” on 9 October with a fun, interactive community event in Coffs Central City Square.

The event, in partnership with Lady A Cafe and The Baking Mumma, preceded World Mental Health Day and is part of October being Mental Health Month across Australia.

To mark the occasion, the Big Banana was lit up in green, symbolising hope, growth, and support for youth mental health.

“Young people, their friends, families and our community enjoyed a free coffee or cold drink, decorated cupcakes and joined in painting a mural in a relaxed, welcoming space,”

Health Voyage CEO Tazmyn Jewell said.

“The event was a huge success, with many young people stopping by to connect, create and reflect.

“Members of the Coffs Harbour headspace Young Leaders’ Council were greatly involved, adding to the positive energy and community spirit.”

This year’s headspace Day theme encourages young people to pause and prioritise what supports their mental health - whether it’s taking a moment for themselves, connecting with others or engaging in activities that bring joy and balance.

“It’s not about doing more, but rather about making time for what truly matters to you.”

In Australia, nearly one in two young people report high psychological distress, and presentations for young people with poor mental health conditions have risen by 50 percent over the past

two decades.

To learn more about headspace Coffs Harbour, or find out how to join the Young Leaders Council or Families and Friends Reference Group, email getinvolvedhch@ healthvoyage.org.au or visit the website or social media for headspace Coffs Harbour, Youth Mental Health Centre and Services.

Health Voyage is the Lead Agency for headspace Coffs Harbour.

headspace Coffs Harbour is funded by Healthy North Coast through the Primary Health Networks Program.

Students expand their boundaries

By Andrea FERRARI

SIXTY-FIVE Year 10 and 11 students from Bellingen High, Coffs Harbour High, Coffs Harbour Senior College and Maclean High, have spent a day with 20 local, Sydney and Brisbane surveyors.

It was part of a Careers Event at Coffs Harbour Education Campus designed to address a severe shortfall in the profession.

Titled “Surveying Unleashed”, the purpose of the excursion was to introduce students to the surveying profession and show them how maths is applied to projects.

“There is a shortage of new surveyors in NSW, so for Year 10 and 11 students it is the perfect time to consider [it as] a career,” convenor Ian Iredale told News Of The Area.

The students participated in six different practical and interactive exercises to give them a snapshot of what the profession involves and the chance to ask questions

There were three 15-minute presentations:

“Surveying – Australia’s Premier Profession Since 1787”; “Using maths to provide the building blocks of logical thought”; and, “Eyes in the Sky: Surveying with

A “History of Surveying” exhibit showed the evolution of the discipline and a high-tech laser scanning demonstration brought them up to date with state-of-theart processes.

A mini-Olympics event involved the students throwing a small bean bag and calculating the distance using the same equipment used by surveyors to validate

throw distances at the Olympic Games.

An engaging fast food delivery activity was set up to demonstrate how surveyors used astronomy for navigation in remote locations prior to the introduction of GPS.

Coffs Harbour Senior College Careers Adviser Rachel Fraser said the day was “fantastic”.

“I have had lots of positive

feedback from students and staff. We know it will have inspired some students to choose a career in surveying.”

Mr Iredale said that since the event, he has received nine expressions of interest from students seeking work experience and more information.

Visit the Surveying Careers website at surveyingcareers.com.au.

Guides connect on the air

By Andrea FERRARI

GIRL Guides and leaders in the local Jackadgery Division have combined with members of the Coffs Harbour and Districts Amateur Radio Club for the 68th Jamboree on the Air.

Held on the third weekend in October since 1957, the event is designed to connect Guides and Scouts from around the world, using amateur radio.

Club members Les Sidebottom, Fred McSkimming and Graham Moss offered hands-on demonstrations in the basics of radio communication, ensuring the experience was both informative and memorable.

Throughout the weekend, successful contact was made with radio operators in Russia, Washington, Italy, Malta, and Brazil, showcasing the truly global nature of the event.

Jamboree on the Air was first held in Coffs Harbour in 1985 at the Guide Hall.

As the Radio Club facilities became available, and with the adjacent oval offering camping space, the event expanded to accommodate Guides and Scouts.

Toni Nyssen has been the Jamboree on the Air leader for more than 40 years.

“This is a cherished event for the girls who were given the opportunity to learn and practise important aspects of amateur radio, including

Morse code, Echo Link, and ham radio operations,” she said.

Now the Secretary of Coffs Harbour Trefoil Guild, Toni has handed over the organisation of the event to Carolyn Saunders, a dedicated Guide Leader from Sawtell.

A celebratory cake was cut to mark Toni’s contribution while Carolyn announced plans for the 2026 gathering, which will feature an overnight stay at Sawtell Hall.

To encourage wider participation, all districts in the Division invite girls aged five to 15 to attend two of their weekly meetings, free of charge, to experience Guiding and the excitement of events like Jamboree on the Air.

Antarctic heat

By Thomas O’KEEFE

RISING temperatures over Antarctica have been a major contributing factor to recent volatile weather along the East Coast, according to new information from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).

A “sudden stratospheric warming” (SSW) is to blame.

This is a documented weather scenario in which air temperatures high above the South Pole rise by 30 degrees or more in the space of a week.

This latest SSW began in late September.

According to the BOM, they are relatively rare in the Southern Hemisphere, but have the potential to disrupt weather patterns across the Australian continent for months.

Only two major SSWs have been recorded in the last 60 years: in 2002 and 2019.

Both those years immediately preceded devastating bushfire events, however they came on the tail of prolonged drought conditions and El Nino

weather patterns, whereas 2025 has been exceedingly wet and a mild La Nina is on the horizon for the months ahead.

Last Wednesday, 22 October, was a stifling 40-degree scorcher along the coast.

BOM meteorologist Angus Hines described it as a “bubble of heat, moving over central Australia, coming east from northwestern NSW”.

“This hot wind blew from the desert towards the coast… causing temperatures to soar across the Illawarra, Sydney, the Central Coast, the Hunter and the Mid North Coast.”

BOM information shows that new records have been set for October.

Some overnight temperatures, however, dropped precipitously to around 15 degrees, confounding many who had started the evening dressed for Summer only to wake in the middle of a chilly wintry night.

When an SSE does occur over the South Pole, a meteorologically complex

chain reaction ensues, which can eventuate in westerly winds hitting southern Australia, bringing warm, dry weather to the east.

“Cold fronts embedded in the westerlies also increase in number, leading to frequent bursts of strong winds and high fire danger days, and potentially an enhanced contrast in weather

between the country's east and south coast,” said ABC Meteorologist Tom Saunders.

So far, in October alone, there have been a handful of “Extreme” fire danger days, which were flagged in forecasts of spiking temperatures, and followed relatively mild weather in the mid-20s.

BOM Meteorologist

Felicity Gamble has pointed to a similar case of a weak, relatively unknown SSW event in October 1988 that had weather patterns similar to 2025.

It may offer clues to what to expect for the rest of this year.

“November's rain prospects have also eased in recent model updates,

and research suggests the dominance of warmer and drier weather from an SSW can linger until January,” said Ms Gamble.

The coming clouds have one silver lining, at least, being “a suppression of supercold polar stratospheric ice clouds, which are key to the chemical process that destroys ozone."

Blind Pretty offer up fresh sound

By Mick BIRTLES

AFTER a year of writing and soul-searching, rising indie

band Blind Pretty is poised to make a bold return - more refined, more focused, and truer to their roots than ever.

The group, whose members met in high school in Coffs Harbour, has been steadily building a name

for itself across Australia’s east coast, sharing stages with major names like The Terrys, The Moving Stills,

New online tool for farmers

A NEW online tool is available to help NSW farmers better prepare for, respond to and recover from natural disasters including fire, flood, and drought.

The platform, called myStockPlanner, enables farmers to provide details of their farm, risks and resources to access tailored response options to consider and implement with their feed and livestock.

Federal Minister for Emergency Management

Kristy McBain said, “This new

tool puts practical, real-time information in the hands of farmers when they need it most, helping them plan, make informed decisions and stay one step ahead of whatever nature throws their way.

“We know disasters can strike without warning, so giving producers the tools to plan, adapt and recover quickly is vital for the long term strength of our agricultural communities.

“This is about making sure our primary producers aren’t

left starting from scratch when the worst happens, with a secure place to store crucial farm information and recovery plans they can access anytime, anywhere.”

The platform brings together functions that previously existed in a suite of existing tools such as the Drought and Supplementary Calculator, DroughtPack, Feed Cost Calculator and Drought Feed Calculator.

myStockPlanner also allows users to save their business information to a farm profile, which they can access and update even if their business records are destroyed in floods or fires.

The platform is accessed through a web browser using an existing Service NSW login.

Future updates of the platform will aim to include the NSW Combined Drought Indicator and innovative technologies to assist in recovery planning by scenario planning length of feeding periods and livestock performance modelling.

The development of the myStockPlanner platform was jointly funded by the Australian and NSW governments.

To learn more or sign up visit https://mystockplanner. dpi.nsw.gov.au.

Doctors hail Medicare changes as win for rural patients

By Stephanie GARDINER, AAP

SOME elderly rural cancer patients live on farms with limited connectivity, hundreds of kilometres from the closest computer and even further from their doctor.

These are the kinds of marginalised patients who will be helped by hard-fought new telehealth Medicare rebates, allowing for longer telephone consultations with specialists, medical oncologist Christopher Steer says. The new Medicare

items for longer, more complex consultations over the phone come into effect across Australia on 1 November, adding to existing rebates for video telehealth appointments and short phone consults.

Associate Professor Steer, from Border Medical Oncology at the AlburyWodonga Regional Cancer Centre in southern NSW, said it was common to hear from isolated patients who could not readily access either face-to-face care or video appointments.

"It's the people with the most to lose who are the

ones that will benefit from this change, " Dr Steer told AAP.

"They're often the ones who have the most difficulty accessing video or the most difficulty at getting to their appointments.

"But a phone is something almost everyone universally has."

Telehealth items have been available under the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) since 2002 and were vastly expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic.

There has been some caution about further broadening various

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Now, after a deliberate year away from live performances, Blind Pretty is stepping back into the stage lights with new music and renewed purpose.

Over the past year the band has been quietly crafting their second EP, which is a collection of four songs written over two years, shaped by deep introspection and collaboration.

“The process wasn’t rushed but instead we focused on quieting the noise of external pressures and carving out an identity that is distinctly our own,” said Blind Pretty’s Ned Ambrose in an exclusive interview with News Of The Area.

Much of this creative journey took place in an old church near Newcastle,

q Blind Pretty’s Ned Ambrose, Della Baldwin and Jesse Falzon are back after quietly crafting their second EP. Photo: supplied.

which band members describe as a creative refuge.

“There, we found a space to write honestly and without distraction, producing music that finally feels like an authentic reflection of who we are as artists and as a band,” added Ambrose.

Recording for the new EP is underway at Kingfisher Records, a home studio operated by lead vocalist and guitarist Jesse near Eungai. Final mixing and mastering will take place at Hazy Cosmic Jive Studio in Newcastle.

Staying true to their DIY ethos, the band is also producing sustainable merch such as handmade shirts repurposed from opshop finds, making their merch line not only more eco-conscious but also more accessible to fans.

Despite their travels and growing recognition, Blind Pretty is proudly anchored in their home region.

With a growing reputation, dedicated fanbase, and a fresh set of songs that represent their true sound, Blind Pretty look to be on the cusp of something big.

telehealth items, amid the expansion of private onlineonly GP services providing medical certificates, prescriptions and referrals.

A 2024 report by the MBS review advisory committee said face-to-face appointments were still the preferred mode of care, but telehealth had improved access for patients in certain circumstances.

"For some patients, such as those who are house-bound, a telehealth consultation can mean the difference between accessing health care or not," the report said.

Royal Australasian College of Physicians president, Professor Jennifer

q The platform brings together functions that previously existed in a suite of existing tools such as the Drought and Supplementary Calculator, DroughtPack, Feed Cost Calculator and Drought Feed Calculator.

Martin, said the changes would benefit people in regional, rural and remote areas, who generally experienced higher rates of complex and chronic diseases.

The burden of disease is 1.4 times greater in remote areas than in the cities, according to data from the

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

"People who've struggled with long travel times, technology barriers or mobility challenges will feel relief, knowing their specialist telephone consultations for complex care will be more accessible than before," Dr Martin said.

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Studios open to the public

By Andrea FERRARI

CERAMIC artists and potters are preparing for the Australian Ceramics Open Studio on the weekend of 8-9 November from 10am to 4pm.

The event gives visitors a glimpse into each potters’ practice.

“Claymakers throughout the area are busy preparing their creative spaces to welcome visitors,” said Open Studio participant Jane Northway.

There will be a diverse range of processes to observe, demonstrations, activities to participate in and completed pieces available to purchase.

The local potters are Luke Ford in Coffs Harbour, Allan Casey in Woolgoolga and numerous participants in Bellingen, including Reanne Brewin, Clare Danby, Bellingen Pottery Collective, Gloria Malone and John Tuckwell, Jane Northway, and Dubrawka Sabljak.

Each artist encourages visits from the public and

fellow potters, to chat and watch their process.

The participants say they enjoy the authenticity of having conversations while they work and welcome other ceramicists willing to share their knowledge.

Australian Ceramics Open Studio is an annual, nationwide event, fostering local community connections.

A map of the open studios on the Mid North Coast can be found at members. australianceramics.com/ openstudios.

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From New York to Coffs

By Andrea FERRARI

NEW York-based Australian brothers and guitarists extraordinaire Ziggy and Miles, will perform in Coffs Harbour on Thursday 6 November.

Presented by Coffs Harbour Music Society, the concert features an eclectic program of suites and sonatas including their own arrangements of Bach's Italian Concerto, Astor Piazzollo's Tango No1, Debussy's Claire de Lune and Radames Gnattali's Suite Retratos.

“We are especially proud to bring these talented musicians to Coffs Harbour,” Music Society President Dr Leigh Summers said.

“Students of guitar as well as aficionados and music lovers in general, will be inspired by this concert.”

Ziggy and Miles maintain a busy international concert schedule with performances in Australia, New Zealand and the US.

In 2023, they were the first guitar duo to

win the prestigious Susan Wadsworth International Auditions in the organisation’s 65-year history.

They were also the first guitar duo accepted into the famed Juilliard School’s Artist Diploma program.

The concert at St John

Paul College from 7:30pm, is preceded by a free talk at 6:30pm by Dr Summers titled “The Guitar in Art”.

“It looks at the

occurrence of guitar imagery in paintings and sculpture from Vermeer to Picasso,” Dr Summers said.

“It also discusses the

ways and the reasons women were alternately encouraged and discouraged from playing guitar over several decades.” q Ziggy and Miles to perform in Coffs

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Care that needs your unique needs

STARTING 1 November 2025, aged care service providers will be transitioning to the new Support at Home Program, which will replace the current Home Care Packages Program.

“This change is part of a broader national reform aimed at better supporting older Australians to live independently at home with timely, tailored care,” said the team at Mid North Coast

provider Community Care Options.

“All existing Home Care Package recipients will automatically move to the Support at Home Program and those people currently waiting for a Home Care package will commence under Support at Home.

“We’re here to help you navigate these changes and make sure your care continues

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to meet your needs.

“If you need help to understand how you are impacted by the new Aged Care Act or are looking for a provider, you can speak with a member of our team on 6650 2000.

“We’d love to hear from you.”

As part of the transition, you’ll notice some updates to the language being used: - Care Manager will become Care Partner.

“This reflects a more collaborative approach to care, where providers work alongside you to make decisions together. You’ll have

greater involvement, more autonomy, and a stronger sense of control over your care,” the Community Care Options team said.

- Consumer will become Participant.

“This change recognises your active role in shaping your care experience.

“Many older people have expressed a desire for more choice and control, and this new terminology supports that shift. “Whether you prefer to take the lead or rely more on your Care Partner for guidance, you’ll always have support when you need it.”

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Delivering far more than transport

OVER 35 years ago, The Community Transport Company began in a tiny office with one staff member and a typewriter.

Today, it’s a registered charity and social enterprise serving the Mid and Far North Coast of NSW - from Coffs Harbour and Bellingen to Ballina, Tweed and beyond.

With nearly 250 staff and volunteers operating around 80 vehicles, they deliver more than just transport.

They provide door-to-door services for older people, NDIS participants, Home

Care Package clients and anyone facing transport disadvantage, helping them access medical appointments, shopping, and social activities with care and dignity.

The fleet of sedans, small buses and wheelchair-accessible vehicles is supported by dedicated volunteer drivers, trained in safety and client support.

More than a ride, every trip builds community, independence and connection, easing isolation and ensuring everyone can stay active and included in the life around them.

Walk In: Coffs Harbour Community Village, B Block 22 Earl Street, Coffs Harbour Phone: 02 5642 4060

• People 18+ years old

• Free service

• No Medicare card required

• No Mental Health Care Plan required

• No Referral required (though preferred from GP’s!)

• Walk-ins welcomed

• Support regular sessions for 6 weeks up to 6 months.

Flexible respite options

WARATAH Respite Services has a long and proud history of delivering flexible respite options for older people, those living with cognitive decline, disabilities, and their carers living on the Coffs Coast and surrounds.

The unique service model offers centre-cased respite, social support groups and overnight respite in cottage style accommodation.

Throughout the years the service has impacted positively on the independence,

wellbeing and socialisation of clients and enabled them to avoid premature placement in residential aged care.

The Waratah Respite Centre was first opened in 1987 as an Adult Day Centre in Azalea Avenue, Coffs Harbour.

In 1991 the service relocated to the current Waratah Respite Centre based at the Community Village which was built with Home and Community Care (HACC) funding.

HACC services were designed to assist

older, frail people or those with disabilities to continue living at home.

In 1993 funding was acquired through the National Respite for Carers Program (NRCP) to provide evening respite for carers of adults with disabilities.

In 1994, following extensive community lobbying and fundraising, the six bed “Maureen Guthrie Cottage” was opened to provide carers overnight respite.

Waratah Respite Services offer the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), which provides a basic level of services to maintain clients’ independence.

Twenty-four hour respite care is also offered to CHSP, Home Care Package (HCP), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and private clients.

Waratah Respite Services also run day programs and social support programs.

q Waratah Respite Services offers centrecased respite, social support groups and overnight respite in cottage style accommodation.

The power of massage

THE highly experienced team at Massage Central, located upstairs in Coffs Central Shopping Centre, offers remedial massage, reflexology and traditional Chinese medicine.

For people aged 50 and over, gentle massage can ease stiffness, improve mobility, and enhance overall wellbeing.

“Massage therapy offers more than just relaxation — it helps restore balance to both

body and mind,” the team told NOTA.

“Regular massage can relieve muscle tension, improve blood circulation, support joint flexibility, and promote better sleep.

“It also reduces stress hormones, leaving you calmer and more energised.

“Whether you’re seeking relief from pain or simply a moment of peace, massage provides a natural path to feeling your best every day.”

ALL PURPOSE CALD SERVICES

LIVE WELL, STAY INDEPENDENT WITH ALL PURPOSE CALD SERVICES

At All Purpose CALD Services, we know that life after 50 should be about enjoying freedom, connection, and peace of mind. That’s why we’re here to provide caring, local support you can trust.

HOW WE CAN HELP YOU

Everyday Living Made Easy – friendly help with showering, dressing, meals, medication reminders and home tasks.

Getting Out & About – transport to appointments, shopping, social outings and community events, with wheelchair accessible vehicles available for comfort and safety.

Stay Connected – join group activities, exercise programs and outings that keep you social, active, and part of the community.

Health & Wellbeing – support to attend physio, OT and allied health, plus encouragement to stay active and positive.

Independence & Lifestyle – we can show you how to use phones, tablets and video calls, or simply be there to share a cuppa and a chat.

Specialised Support – dementia care, respite for carers, or tailored care for disability and chronic illness.

WHY CHOOSE US?

• Trusted local provider proudly serving the Coffs Coast

• Compassionate, experienced and culturally inclusive team

• Flexible supports designed around your lifestyle

• Focused on independence, dignity and community connection WITH ALL PURPOSE CALD SERVICES, YOU’LL ALWAYS FEEL SUPPORTED, RESPECTED, AND VALUED – EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. 0404 682 851

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Personalised support for long-term health

RAMSAY Health Plus

Baringa focuses on allied health and outpatient rehabilitation, offering personalised programs to support recovery, wellness, and long-term health.

The services offered including physiotherapy, exercise physiology, psychology, breast care, lymphoedema therapy and hydrotherapy are designed to help patients

improve function, mobility and independence after surgery, injury, or illness.

Ramsay Health Plus also provides services for individuals living with a chronic condition or disability and works closely with Ramsay Health Care hospitals to ensure seamless continuity of care.

With a focus on evidence-based treatments and compassionate

support, the experienced clinicians aim to assist patients to reach their optimum potential and treatment goals.

The team’s multidisciplinary approach ensures that each individual receives tailored care, promoting faster recovery, improved quality of life, and long-term wellbeing within a safe and supportive environment.

SOCIAL SUPPORT & CENTRE BASED PROGRAMS

Looking for fun, friendship, choice, empowerment and adventure?

Tailored programs run from:

Coffs Harbour Centre at the Community Village Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3pm

Woolgoolga Community Village Hall, Boundary Street, Woolgoolga on Wednesday & Fridays from 9am to 3pm

An individual plan is developed with each attendee to ensure care needs are met, and activities are organised to enhance wellbeing and encourage independence.

An example of our Day Activities include: Bus trips and lunch outings, sing a longs, musical entertainment, exercises, brain teasers, bingo, celebration of cultural and other events, gardening, art and crafts and much more.

Extended times can be arranged on request.

“A place where each person matters and quality care counts”

OVERNIGHT RESPITE CARE

Waratah Respite Services provides a minimum 2 night respite stay at our unique Coffs Harbour Centre based within the Community Village. A small six bedroom Centre with individual ensuites and shared communal areas provides a supportive and engaging experience for all.

Clients are supported by qualified staff proving care 24 hours a day with clinical care oversight by Registered Nurse. Each individuals needs are assessed by a Registered Nurse prior to service approval to ensure Waratah has the required skills to attend to each Individuals care needs.

Respite includes:

Nursing Clinical Support

Nutritional Meals

Medication Management

Management of skin integrity

24/7 Support

Mobility Assistance

Continence Management

Each bedroom has an ensuite, hospital bed with a very comfortable mattress, easy chair, bedside table, safe, touch bedside lamp, nurse on call system, overhead fan, TV, mini fridge and reverse cycle air conditioner.

Waratah is a not-for profit, community based organisation that has been providing support to the Coffs Coast region for over 30 years.

Drop into Waratah Respite Services located at the Community Village, 22 Earl Street, Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450

For more information please contact Waratah Respite Services on 02 6648 3610

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Peace of mind at Ingenia Gardens

NESTLED on the Mid North Coast, Ingenia Gardens

Port Macquarie is a petfriendly, independent living community where comfort and connection are valued.

Enjoy ground-level

units that are purposebuilt for seniors, offer lowmaintenance and designed for security and peace of mind.

The community offers flexible rental options within a secure gated environment,

q Ground-level units are purpose-built for seniors, offer lowmaintenance and designed for security and peace of mind.

giving you freedom without the worries of long-term commitments.

A dedicated Community Manager is onsite during weekdays, providing support and ensuring everything runs

smoothly.

With a calendar full of social activities, there’s always something to look forward to – from shared meals to themed events and fun activities.

Conveniently located close to public transport, shopping, dining and medical services, everything you need is right at your doorstep.

Ingenia Gardens Port Macquarie isn’t just a place

to live – it’s a place where independence and connection thrive.

For more information on Ingenia Gardens Port Macquarie, call the friendly team on 02 6581 5223.

At Community Care Options, we believe that care should be personal, local, and grounded in compassion - not profit. As a not-for-profit organisation serving the Mid North Coast for over 30 years, we’re proud to support older Australians, people living with disability, and carers in our community with services that help them live independently, safely, and with dignity.

We’re not a faceless corporation. We’re your neighbours, your friends, and your community members. Our team lives and works right here on the Mid North Coast, and we understand the unique needs of our region. That local knowledge allows us to deliver care that’s not only professional but deeply personal.

Every dollar we receive is reinvested into improving our services, training our staff, and expanding our reach. There are no shareholders - just stakeholders: the people we support and the communities we serve.

We offer a wide range of services tailored to individual needs. And because we’re not-for-profit, our focus is always on what matters most: the wellbeing of our clients.

We’re proud of the trust the community has placed in us, and we’re committed to continuing our mission with integrity, empathy, and dedication. If you or someone you love needs support to live well at home, we’re here to help.

By Manny WOOD

Two heads not always better than one

JACK passed away in November 2023.

He appointed his two sons as executors of his estate.

Jack was also survived by a daughter and his estate is to be equally divided between his three children.

Despite the expiry of 18 months after Jack’s death, his daughter is concerned that no steps have been taken to sell Jack’s home, nor realise the other assets of his estate, which include shares and a bank account.

Jack’s daughter retains a solicitor, who writes to the executors, explaining that capital gains tax may become payable if the house is not sold within two years of the date of death and in any event, asking them to fulfil their executorial duties in a timely fashion.

The executors do not respond.

Proceedings are commenced in the Supreme Court of New South Wales, seeking a range of relief to progress the administration of the estate.

The Court notes that the executors obtained a grant of probate three months prior to proceedings being commenced and that no substantial steps had been taken to administer the estate.

The Court observes that there is no clear consensus between the executors and the Court expresses concern regarding further delays and the risk of unnecessary legal costs and expenses.

The Court is also worried about the lack of documentation relating to the administration of the estate, which is described as “somewhat chaotic”.

The Court states that it is considering the possibility of appointing an independent administrator and asks the parties to appoint an agreed accredited probate specialist.

This case demonstrates the importance of appointing appropriate executors to administer one’s estate. It is important that the executors are aware of their responsibilities to act in the best interests of all beneficiaries and to avoid conflicts of interest.

Executors need to administer estates without delay and to be aware of the additional costs to the estate by not doing so.

When multiple executors are appointed, it is crucial that they are able to work well together.

Email Manny Wood, Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates at TB Law at manny@tblaw.net.au or call him on (02) 66 487 487.

This fictional column is not legal advice.

Is playing politics more important than facts?

DEAR News Of The Area,

IN a social media video in September, Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan was highly critical of Labor's emissions reduction target of 62-70 percent by 2035.

I have endeavoured to answer some of his statements with facts.

Pat stated: The average Australian is currently paying more than 30 percent more for power than they were four years ago.

Facts: When the Liberal/National government was voted out in 2022 inflation was over six percent and it is now three percent. Coal prices increased dramatically or spiked between 2021 and 2023 due to the disruption of supply chains and Russia's war against Ukraine. Australia’s coal power stations are ageing and there were 128 failures over last summer, so maintenance and repairs costs have and will continue to increase electricity prices.

Pat stated: Your supermarket spend has also gone up significantly as manufacturers, primary producers and retailers are forced to pass on the increases in input costs to customers.

Facts: See the details above. The pandemic and the war on Ukraine caused chaos with supply chains around the world. For example, fertiliser costs for Australian farmers increased 180 percent in a couple years. Extreme weather events caused by climate change contribute to certain food shortages and increased prices. In 2024 we saw the CEO of Woolworths step down due to allegations by ABC Four Corners of price gouging. Liberal/Nationals and Labor shared the period between March 2021 and September 2023, when the total price of a staple shopping basket rose 15.2 percent. Over the same period, the price of cheese increased by 27.3 percent, bread by 24.1 percent, milk by 22.7 percent, dairy products by 22.5 percent, and eggs by 19.7 percent. A core challenge lies in companies’ unfettered ability to price items as they wish. The Australia Institute found that corporate profits significantly contributed to inflation between 2019-22.

Pat stated: Without an immediately reliable grid and affordable power, the cost of living crunch will only continue to worsen.

Facts: The Liberal and Nationals started the Snowy 2.0 which was a great initiative but poorly researched and planned, costs were announced at $2 billion, and it is now

On theCouch

Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au

DEAR Jasminda,

I’VE started going to a gym and there's a man there that leaves various personal items on the equipment I want to use.

His drink bottle is on one, his towel is on another and then he leaves his backpack on a third machine.

What is the gym etiquette around this?

I only have 30 minutes before I have to go to work and he's tying up the equipment.

Penny D.

Hi Penny,

Firstly, it's great that you're getting your 30 minutes of fitness in before you go to work.

You sound like a go-getter who likes to squeeze the most out of your day, but that shouldn't mean squeezing the sweat out of someone else's gym towel so you can get access to the glute kickback machine.

over $12 billion and well behind schedule. The LNP were in government for nine years and opposition for three years and still do not have an energy plan. Renewables like wind can be up and running in 12 to 15 months, coal fire power stations take between five and 10 years and cost between $2.2 and $5 billion. The LNP invested $600,000 in the Kurri Kurri Power Station (Hunter Power Project) which has now cost $1 billion, was to be a backup facility operated two percent of the time and was due to run on gas, diesel and possibly hydrogen. It can only run for hours on gas and then the tank is empty, and it takes 48 hours to refill. “Every megawatt of capacity provided by Kurri Kurri enables three megawatts of renewable wind and solar to come online and replace increasingly unreliable coal generation,” Dennis Barnes (CEO Snowy 2.00) said. The former chair of the Energy Security Board, Kerry Schott, has said the project makes little commercial sense and an analysis by Victoria University’s energy policy centre found the project had no prospect of generating enough revenue to justify its cost.

Pat stated: We are sitting on the world's largest reserves of coal and gas but refuse to use them for cheap and reliable energy for the sake of a maximum 0.8 percent impact over ten years.

Facts: Australia is the second largest exporter of coal in the world. Australia's coal is used to generate 3/4 of domestic electricity but its use has come down by about one percent. Gas usage has come down a fraction but is projected to increase slightly. Renewables are taking up more of the supply of electricity and are the cheapest and quickest way to introduce more capacity.

Pat stated: Australia's contribution to global emissions is under 1.3 percent, the majority of which is due to our export market.

Facts: About 1/5 of Australia's emissions come from exports of fossil fuels. Australia's export emissions are 4.5 percent of the global emissions. Australia's emissions are 1.3 percent and there are about 30 percent of the countries in the Paris agreement with small emissions.

If all those countries do not work on reducing their emissions, then the world is 30 percent worse off. As with LNP and Labor emissions have fluctuated, and in the first quarter emissions are down in all sectors. It

You shouldn't have to miss out on the prime equipment just because someone is marking his territory much like a dog cocks its leg on its favourite trees.

It is pretty common for a gym-goer to superset between two machines and it may be part of their program.

You can always be direct and ask if you can alternate between the machines in tandem.

What you're experiencing, though, sounds more like you're dealing with someone who has either accidentally hit himself in the head too many times while performing his skull-crusher routine, or he's just plain thoughtless.

Try being polite, but assertive.

Something like: 'I want to use the chest press machine. I think you may have accidentally left your towel there.'

If he says, 'No, I didn't forget, I'm doing a circuit,' you could say, 'That's great. I am too. I'm going to jump in while you're doing your leg presses.'

If you get any further pushback from him, it's not your job to sort it out.

You should explain the situation to the gym owner, because I can almost guarantee you're not the only person this equipment hog is annoying.

Try something like, 'Hey, I'm trying to use the machines, but Rambo over there is acting like a serial hoarder, throwing his stuff over multiple stations. He's got the same number of limbs as the rest of us. Can you have a word with him please?'

This takes the confrontation off you and leaves Super-Sized-Sven (a multititled AWF champion with energy to burn) to explain basic gym etiquette to Dad-Bod-Dave.

I'm confident your problem will be solved faster than a jump-squat routine.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

appears no government has a concrete plan for base line energy but at least the roll out of renewables is making power cheaper for households and shoring up supply. ' Regards, Colin HUTTON, Thora.

Am I a denialist or a realist?

DEAR News Of The Area,

I AM whom Bill Robinson refers to (NOTA 24/10/25) as a denialist, though I prefer climate realist.

He suggests that as a denialist I am too lazy or uncaring to dissect points made in Peter Flinn's letter (NOTA 17/10/25).

Peter's letter was about the cause of bushfires in which he said that they were not caused by climate change, a point on which I agree.

The main cause of which is human negligence, arson and lightning strikes.

Everything after the initial ignition is a consequence not a cause.

Climate has nothing to do with cause but

may play a part in the intensity of the fire.

However, the intensity of the fire is dependent on the fuel load, its dryness and the humidity or lack thereof.

The main contributor being fuel load which can be reduced with proper forest management.

Paul Davies in his contribution (NOTA 24/10/25) states, "For them to say, quote ‘climate change does not cause bush fires’ is counter to the prevailing view of climate scientists...".

Are these the same climate scientists that provide multiple climate computer models that cannot replicate the observable climate?

Are these the same climate scientists

that provide prediction after prediction that have had a 100 percent failure rate?

If so, these are not the climate scientists that I have any confidence in.

It may be the prevailing view of some scientists but it is not that of all scientists.

To suggest that we should accept a view just because one group of scientists believe it to be so is truly a very weak point of debate.

Such an attitude is contrary to the very nature of science, which thrives and advances on questioning and challenging the status quo.

If it were otherwise we would still be living in the dark ages.

One thing is for certain: science is never

Bonville Headland’s haunted house

By Karen FILEWOOD

NEAR the mouth of Bonville Creek (formerly Bungle Creek), on the northern bank, stood a deserted house said to be haunted.

This story, told by ‘Chas’ in 1885, is his experience.

Crossing Bungle Creek was dangerous due to quicksand, so was only done when necessary.

One winter’s day Chas reached Bungle at high tide on sunset, so had to camp

overnight.

Being overcast he chose to sleep in the house, so hobbled his horse, gathered firewood and made a makeshift bed from dry ferns, cloth and his saddle.

After going outside to fetch his bread and cheese, he discovered nearby cows had eaten it, so settled for oysters from the creek.

Settling in front of the fire, he remembered a story that this house was haunted.

It was said that several years ago a young lady was singing while playing the

More action on the Jetty Foreshores

DEAR News Of The Area,

I NOTE more comment on this matter in NOTA 24 October 2025 (‘Jetty Foreshore funding inconsistencies’, Letters), where we are urged to write to the Planning Minister Paul Scully and quote the polled results of the ballot held on 14 September 2024 (almost 70 percent voted no).

I for one cast a blank vote. Why?

Because the ballot that was proposed by Council was worded in a manner to achieve a preconceived outcome.

The wording of the ballot was: “The Coffs Harbour Jetty foreshore will be redeveloped. Do you agree that some of the foreshore land should be used for multi-

piano when she was shot by her father and since then, music, other noises and flashing lights were occasionally heard and seen.

Told supernatural and murderous stories as a child and already wary due to the dark night and loneliness of the house, he became nervous as he heard rats but being tired, fell asleep.

Dreaming, he imagined the killer with his gun creeping across the now bright, fully furnished room and turning toward a beautiful young lady playing and singing at the piano,

level private residential development? Yes/ No.”

This was only part of the debate at Council and I couldn’t believe such a narrow mischievous motion was allowed to be presented to the voters.

I fail to understand how the Council staff, the General Manager and the Councillors could agree to such a motion, when it in many ways could be seen as deceitful.

Many voters were influenced by “multilevel”, as was I initially.

Who wants to see 10, 20, 50 or more levels?

I wouldn’t be adverse to sufficient levels to cover up the sights of the railway.

settled, it is always evolving.

His letter falls victim to his own complaint that Peter Flinn's letter presents opinions "in the form of bold authoritative statements".

He opens his letter with the statement "as a scientist of over 40 years" , without disclosing the field, in an attempt to give authority to his opinion.

As a climate realist, I am neither lazy nor uncaring and do not accept what I am told unquestioningly.

I spend many hours reading on the subject of climate change in order to reach my own informed view, which needless to say, does not align with either Bill Robinson's or Paul Davies'.

Regards, Wayne DUESBURY, Boambee.

he raised his gun with a murderous look. There was a loud bang and a scream. Chas leapt up to a dark empty room, the rats scampering from his sudden movement.

As he gazed round, a cheery voice and crack of a stockwhip called him outside, where he met a stockman riding to the house.

Relieved, he learnt his companion would also camp inside and had food and blankets for them both.

After relating his dream, he found he had mistaken his friend’s whistling and singing, whip crack and native dog imitation for the noises in his dream, while the flashing light was from the lighthouse.

l agree that we should write to the Planning Minister, Mr Scully, office@ scully.minister.nsw.gov.au and express our opinions. I assure you I will.

Let’s get on with fixing this eyesore now. Forget costly name changes like Coffs Harbour City Council to City of Coffs Harbour (what happened to the Hinterland?).

Coffs will be the jewell of the North Coast if we to enhance our region

Regards, L PRIESTLEY, Coffs Harbour.

Alertness required when on the road

DEAR News Of The Area,

FRUSTRATION, too much of a hurry, "the fire engine won't hit me" mentality.

On Monday at about 1:52pm at the "Bunnings" intersection, I was waiting to

turn right from the Highway into North Boambee Road when a fire engine heading south, with lights and sirens blaring, had to cross to the other side of the road to quickly and safely pass the stopped traffic.

It was obstructed by at least 10 cars, plus a bus (blocked half of the road) turning onto the highway from Cook Drive.

Not one of these drivers was alert enough to notice the lights and sirens, or chose to ignore them.

Regards,

Pink Silks Trust helps tackle renal cancer

By Andrea FERRARI

LOCAL charity the Pink Silks Trusts (PST), has donated $10,000 to the Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF), whose mission is to create a world without cancer by backing bold, lifesaving cancer research.

The donation, raised through events organised by a team of eight hard-working volunteers, will help to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment for kidney cancer, in honour of the late Simon and Kath Chladil, and Elizabeth Simmon.

The funds raised were split across two different ACRF “Accelerate” programs, both at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.

“One program is aiming to make lifesaving immunotherapy treatment effective for more types of cancer, while the other program is using advanced imaging (the first of its kind PET scanner in Australia) to develop targeted therapies for cancers,” ACRF Philanthropy Manager National Lead Victoria Bonsey said.

“This research will not only benefit Australians, but individuals facing cancer all over the world.”

Pink Silks Trust is proud to be partnering with ACRF, knowing 100 percent of the donation will go directly into these renal research programs.

“Research is not only about finding a cure but developing better technologies and treatments, to make the journey easier and outcomes better for those

diagnosed with cancer,” PST Chair co-founder Tanya Johnson OAM said.

“Simon Chladil was an integral part of the PST committee and is sadly missed.

“One of the programs is funded by his bequeathed donation in honour of his mum Kath.”

PST ladies’ charity events have raised $1,500,000 over the last 18 years to support local women diagnosed with cancer, long term illness, traumatic illness or a disability.

Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) is the only organisation accelerating research by providing crucial technology that makes previously unimagined breakthroughs possible.

To learn more about Pink Silks Trust, visit pinksilks.com.au.

Summertime entertainer

Address: 27 Bower Crescent, Toormina

Price: $789,000

Beds: 3, Bath: 1, Car: 2

Land size: 553.8 sqm

THIS brick and tile threebedroom home offers so much for those looking to be centrally located.

Set in a family-friendly location, the property is approximately five minutes from all that Sawtell has

to offer, including beaches, cafes, boutiques, Sawtell RSL and the always popular Sawtell Hotel.

The high set home has low maintenance flooring throughout, allowing for less time cleaning and more time hosting pool parties or cooling down after a hot summer's day in your own inground pool.

There is also a covered outdoor entertaining area

that can be utilised all year round, which is a great spot to watch the action in the pool, or simply just enjoy the space to relax and unwind in the private fully fenced backyard with established gardens and lawn.

Inside the house there are two living areas which are generous in size and light filled.

The black and white kitchen is adjacent with a

gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher and black laminate benchtops which add a contemporary feel to the kitchen space.

The bedding accommodations have floating flooring and ceiling fans and two of the bedrooms have built-in robes.

The bathroom facilities include a full sized bath, shower and mirrored cabinet

above the vanity plus a convenient separate toilet.

At the front of the home, car accommodation is via a double carport providing shelter for not only the cars, but also for easy access into the property, no matter what the weather is doing.

The owners have turned the front yard into a fruit and vegetable patch, and you should see the size of the chillies!

‘Sunnycrest’,Dorrigo

For those with young families the park across the road, which has just been updated, offers another outdoor area for the kids to play.

The property also has a 6.4kw solar system, electric hot water and ceiling fans in the living area.

Call for an inspection.

Agents: Kim McGinty (0432 953 796/0 and Chris Hines (0439 667 719).

•82.42ha*(203.6ac*)gentlyundulatingbasaltsoils,allusable

•Permanentspringfeddams,equipedwell&twobores

•163MLirrigationlicence(plus11.55MLharvestablerights)

•7.8hanettedgrowingkiwifruit,DAforadditional12ha

•Extensivepastureimprovementsoverthelast30+years

•12x40m,130headundercoverfeedpadwithfloodwash

•7.5x16m,18x18.5m,12x24msheds&decommissioneddairy

•5bdm,2bathmainhome&4bdm,2bathsecondhome

•26*kmDorrigo,90*kmCoffsHarbour&109*kmArmidale

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LOCALSPORT

Classic course record for Annalese

A BLISTERING opening round of the Golf Centre Ladies Classic set 17-yearold Annalese McKee on the path towards victory in the event for a second successive year.

McKee’s round of 2-under par 71 on the Coffs Harbour Golf Club’s West Lakes course on Saturday set a new course record. A feat that hadn’t even crossed the winner’s mind when she teed off.

“I wasn’t expecting that but it was a good surprise,”

McKee said.

“It was just consistent. I had 15 pars with one birdie, one bogey and an eagle. Very consistent which felt good.”

The hot start earned the Coffs Harbour member a seven-stroke lead at the halfway mark of the 36-hole event.

A lead she stretched to 18 shots by the end, finishing ahead of Adele Dosen from Bonville with fellow Coffs Harbour member a further stroke behind.

One aspect of this win

that was different to the previous year for McKee was the fact she consistently found herself 20 to 30 metres further down the fairway than she was 12 months ago.

The result of some hard work off the course.

“I’ve been going to the gym doing a lot of strength training and focusing on gaining strength for my golf game,” she explained.

“It’s definitely helped with the distance.

“And also new clubs as well.”

Sawtell start premiership defence with a win

By Aiden BURGESS

SAWTELL Storm have started their premiership defence with a dominant win during the opening round of Sixers Cricket League - Coffs Harbour’s Under 14s season.

Sawtell started their premiership defence with a 54-run win against the Nana Glen Lizards at Toormina Oval.

Sawtell won the toss and

elected to bat, finishing at 3/137 from their 20 overs.

Jude Maunder top scored retiring on 39 not out, Chisel Hudson was next best on 29 not out, and Liam Watson retired on 28 not out.

Chasing 138 for victory, the Lizards were bowled out for 83 in the 20th over.

Jack O'Connor top scored for the Lizards on 25 not out.

Coffs Colts Cricket Club opened their season with an eight wicket win against Diggers Cricket Club at Forsyth Park.

Diggers posted 3/123 from their 20 overs, after the Colts won the toss and elected to bowl.

The Colts chased down the total with one ball to spare, captain William Byron led his side home with 39 not out, Bennett Morgan finished on 27 not out, and Zayden Parry retired on 26 not out.

7/89 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Xavier Hartley top scored retiring on 23 not out, and Finn Kahler took 2-6 from two overs for the Rebels.

their season with a six-run win against the Sawtell Storm at Toormina Oval, as the second round got underway last weekend.

The Bulls scored 5/106 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat, John Bell top scored for the with 34.

By Andrew VIVIAN

SAWTELL Croquet Club

Sejal Singh Mahal top scored for Diggers, retiring on 45 not out.

The Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels started their season with a nine-wicket win against Bellingen/ Dorrigo in Woolgoolga.

Bellingen/Dorrigo scored

The Rebels chased down the target in the 18th over, Daniel Martin retired on 26 not out, and Alexander Greenwood retired on 25 not out.

The visitors kept Sawtell to 4/100 from 20 overs, Jude Maunder finished on 32 not out, and Hunter Lynch finished on 23 not out.

Cody Notley took 2-8 from two overs for the Bulls.

Sawtell hosts 14th croquet tournament

hosted four days of competitive play for the 14th annual Association Croquet tournament.

Association Croquet is a style of the game that allows

players to continue their turn by successfully running hoops in sequence.

By Aiden BURGESS

URUNGA Cricket Club and the Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels have both been victorious during the third round of Sixers Cricket League - Coffs Harbour’s second grade season.

The Rebels maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a two wicket

Jasmine Macpherson took 3-9 from two overs for Sawtell, and Leo Salter took 2-8 from two overs. win against the Nana Glen Lizards at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.

The home side won the toss and elected to bowl, as the Lizards scored 6/120 from 40 overs.

Gurpreet Singh took 2-10 from eight overs, and Jashan Veerpal took 2-20 from six overs.

Max Morgan top scored

for the Lizards with 36.

The Rebels chased down the target in the 29th over, Jayden Perrett top scored with 43.

Lizards captain Ben Watson took 3-29 from eight overs, and Max Morgan took 2-18 from five overs.

Urunga Cricket Club beat Diggers Cricket Club

The first side to run both of their balls through all 12 hoops in order, and then hit the peg in the centre of the croquet lawn, wins the game.

Once a ball has completed the circuit and hits the peg, it is removed from the game (pegged out).

This year’s tournament drew players from all over the region, with participants travelling from Tweed Heads and Lismore in the north, and from Forster and Taree in the south.

Competitors contested six matches over the four days, with each match lasting two hours and thirty minutes.

The extended play resulted in a demanding and highly-competitive atmosphere.

Tournament Manager Jenny Arnold, said that

Urunga and Woolgoolga win in Round 3

by 86-runs at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.

Urunga posted 6/222 from 40 overs, after Diggers won the toss and elected to bowl.

Allen Snow finished on 88 not out, and Luke Sharkey was next best with 54.

Diggers captain William Swan took 2-46 from eight

Macksville Bulls started overs. Urunga bowled out Diggers for 136 in the 35th over, Jacob Tarrant took 3-11 from four overs, Quinn Green took 3-23 from 3.4 overs, and Allen Snow took 2-19 from five overs.

Noah Lockyer top scored for Diggers with 42, and Jacka Britton was next best with 40.

players were organised into four blocks, each playing a double round robin format. The first round consisted of head-to-head matches, while the second round was played with handicaps, providing varied challenges and opportunities for all participants.

“It is great that we have been able to hold our 14th tournament, despite losing two years because of COVID,” Ms Arnold said.

“The support from visiting teams was fantastic.”

Winners were:

-John Piggott of Urunga in Block A

-Tony Kaucic from Tweed Heads in Block B

-Phyllis Waters from Lismore in Block C

-Penny Jude from Forster in Block D.

Second grade ladder. 1.Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels. 15 points. 2 wins. 0 losses. 1 tie. Quotient: 1.526. 2.Urunga Cricket Club. 9 points. 1 win. 0 losses. 1 tie. 1 bye. Q: 1.611. 3.Diggers Cricket Club. 8 points. 1 win. 2 losses. Q: 0.430. 4.Sawtell Cricket Club. 7 points. 1 win. 1 loss. 1 bye. Q: 1.136. 5.Nana Glen Lizards. 2 points. 0 wins. 2 losses. 1 bye. Q: 0.861.

Gold galore for Masters swimmers

By Andrea FERRARI

COFFS Harbour Masters

Swimming Club put on a strong showing at the NSW Short-Course Championships in Woy Woy on 11-12 October.

Winning 22 gold medals, the team held their own against some of Australia’s best clubs.

Leanne Da Costa and Anthea Barnfield dominated the women’s 65-69 years category.

Leanne, fresh off the world championships, won five golds across butterfly and backstroke events while Anthea won the breaststroke, 25m, 50m, and 100m races as

well as wins in the freestyle 25m and 50m events.

“Leanne’s achievements are even more impressive when considering that she is ranked in the Australian top 10 for every stroke and across multiple distances,” Coffs Masters spokesperson Paul Edwards told News Of The Area.

“A highlight for the Club was seeing Michelle Stubbs win gold in the highly competitive 25m freestyle in the 55-59 years.”

This was Michelle’s first State medal, and she backed it up with a bronze in the 50m freestyle.

Michael Stubbs maintained momentum from

Sawtell win grand final rematch

By Aiden BURGESS

SAWTELL Cricket Club have won their grand final rematch against the Nana Glen Lizards, during the third round of the Sixers Cricket League - Coffs Harbour firstgrade season.

Sawtell handed the defending premiers their first loss of the season, beating the Lizards by 62 runs at Richardson Park.

It was Sawtell’s third straight win to start the season.

Sawtell was bowled out for 215 in the 39th over, after winning the toss and electing to bat.

David Angus-Crouch and Tom Rawding were joint top scorers for Sawtell with 53.

Jesse Ferrett took 4-28 from eight overs for the Lizards, and Ty Adams took 3-24 from 2.5 overs.

Chasing 216 for victory, the Lizards were bowled out for 153 in the 37th over.

Trent Dierick was the pick of the Sawtell bowlers taking 4-29 from seven overs, Will Bailey took 2-23 from eight overs, and Flynn Taylor took 2-23 from six overs.

Nicklaus Stanlan-Velt top scored for the Lizards with 33.

Bellingen District Cricket

Club won their third straight match to start the season, defeating Diggers Cricket Club by six wickets at Fitzroy Oval.

Diggers scored 8/176 from their 40 overs, after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Reuben Carey top scored with a knock of 51, and Cody Britnell was next best finishing on 27 not out.

Jaydan Taylor took 3-28 from eight overs for Bellingen, and Lincoln Kellett took 2-31 from eight overs.

Bellingen chased down the target in the 31st over, Lincoln Kellett led his side home on 74 not out, Adam

Marks was next best with 42, and Evan Ryan finished on 27 not out.

The Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels recorded their first win of the season, beating the Coffs Colts Cricket Club by three wickets at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park.

The Colts scored 6/151 from their 40 overs, after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Patrick Rose finished on 60 not out, and Mitchell Weeden was next best on 25 not out.

Mussa Chaudhry took 2-21 from eight overs for the Rebels.

his national success earlier in the year in the Men’s 60–64 division.

He won the 200m freestyle and three backstroke distances, the 25m, 50m and 100m, plus a silver in the 100m freestyleranking among the country’s best in both strokes.

Paul Edwards added to the club’s success with a golden run in the Men’s 55–59 category, winning five events: the 50m and 100m freestyle, and the 25m, 50m and 100m butterfly.

His national ranking in the top three for butterfly from 25m through to 200m reflects a standout season.

On the back of the strong

The Rebels chased down the total in the 33rd over, Anu Grewal top scored with 57, and captain Taj Dosanjh was next best with 28.

Mitchell Weeden took 3-41 from eight overs for the Colts.

Round 4

The first-grade season continues this weekend with Round 4 matches in Coffs Harbour, Dorrigo, and Sawtell.

Early season ladder leaders Bellingen District Cricket Club will look to make it four wins in a row, when they host the Nana Glen Lizards in Dorrigo.

Sawtell Cricket Club will also try to make it four wins in a row to start the season, when they host the

Coffs to host Senior Oztag Championships

By Aiden BURGESS

MID North Coast representative Oztag teams will take on Australia’s finest during next week’s Australian Senior Championships in Coffs Harbour.

This year’s championships will be held from Friday 7 November to Sunday 9 November, at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park precinct.

Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie’s best senior Oztag players will combine to play as Mid North Coast Mariners teams.

Mariners teams will take the field in two women’s

divisions, and two mixed divisions.

It is the third straight year the Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie associations will combine to play as the Mariners.

A total of 140 teams from across Australia will play off for national championships in 17 divisions, with finals day on Sunday, 9 November.

The Women’s 37s were the best performing of the Mariners teams at last year’s championships, finishing runners up.

Coffs Harbour will also host the junior and senior State Championships in February and March respectively.

individual performances, the club also enjoyed relay success, winning the 4x50m freestyle (Michelle, Anthea, Michael, Paul) and finishing second in the 4x50m medley (Michael, Anthea, Leanne, Paul), both in the 240–279 age group. The 2026 Masters Swimming Nationals are being held at Brisbane from 28 April – 2 May, 2026. This will be a shortcourse carnival which means events are from 25m through to 800m.

“If you’ve ever been keen to try Masters Swimming this might be the perfect time to start training and join the local club, it would be fantastic to travel to Brisbane with a large representation from Coffs on the National stage.”

Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels at Richardson Park. Coffs Colts Cricket Club and Diggers Cricket Club face off in their local derby at Coffs Coast Sport and Leisure Park, as both sides look for their first win of the season. First grade ladder. 1.Bellingen District Cricket Club. 18 points. 3 wins. 0 losses. Quotient: 2.757. 2.Sawtell Cricket Club. 18 points. 3 wins. 0 losses. Q: 1.488. 3.Nana Glen Lizards. 13 points. 2 wins. 1 loss. Q: 1.335. 4.Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels. 8 points. 1 win. 2 losses. Q: 0.765. 5.Coffs Colts Cricket Club. 3 points. 0 wins. 3 losses. Q: 0.602. 6.Diggers Cricket Club. 3 points. 0 wins. 3 losses. Q: 0.434.

q The Mid North Coast Mariners Women's 37s team finished second at last year’s Australian Senior Championships.

Vikings beat Suns at home

By Aiden BURGESS

THE COFFS Harbour Suns men have suffered a 65-62 loss to the Grafton Vikings at Sportz Central,

during the latest round of the Sunshine Basketball Conference representative season.

Byron Bay Beez women forfeited against the Coffs

Harbour Suns.

The Suns women’s next game is on Saturday 8 November, when they take on the Lismore Storm in Lismore.

The Suns men’s next game is on Saturday 15 November, when they take on the Lismore Storm in Lismore.

The Suns teams finish their regular season with games against the Ballina Breakers in Ballina, on

Saturday 22 November.

This season’s semifinals and preliminary finals will be played on Saturday 29 November, and Sunday 30 November.

This season’s grand finals will be played during this year’s Bronwyn Vigors

Carnival on Saturday 6 December, and Sunday 7 December at Sportz Central. The Sunshine Basketball Conference is a senior representative basketball competition played throughout the Far North Coast of NSW.

Swans to face Bombers

By Aiden BURGESS

SYDNEY Swans are set to play the biggest game of their season in Coffs Harbour this weekend, with a potential finals spot up for grabs when they take on the Essendon Bombers in their AFLW match.

The Swans and Bombers face off in the final round of the season, with the first bounce from 5.05pm on Saturday, 1 November, at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium.

The Swans have everything to play for in Coffs Harbour, with a finals spot up for grabs.

The Swans currently sit in ninth spot on the ladder with 24 points, with the West Coast Eagles and the Adelaide Crows in seventh and eighth on the same points but a

higher percentage, so a Swans win in Coffs Harbour could seal a finals spot.

The Bombers are out of finals contention with three wins for the season.

It will be the second straight year Coffs Harbour has hosted a Swans game, with the Sydney side going down to the Richmond Tigers in Round 3 of last season.

Swans forwards coach and former AFLW player Brooke Lochland said the side were looking forward to their return to Coffs.

“We’re very excited to get up there, we love it as a destination and you do get excited due to the location,” she said.

“Us and our men’s team have a great affiliation with Coffs Harbour, and we held our community camp here in July.

“The stadium is a great deck to play on; it’s a beautiful ground and a fast desk that feels good on your body to play on.”

The AFLW premiership

player was expecting a Bombers side who would be primed to end their season on a high.

“They’ve had a pretty injury riddled season, and I

Coffs junior cricket wrap

By Aiden BURGESS

THE Sixers Cricket LeagueCoffs Harbour junior season continued over the weekend with Round 2 matches played across the region.

Under 16s

Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels won their second straight match to start the season, defeating Bellingen/ Dorrigo by 10 wickets in Urunga.

Bellingen/Dorrigo scored 4/100 from 20 overs, after the Rebels won the toss and elected to bowl.

Aiden Bailey top scored with 43, and Manat Singh took 2-8 from two overs for the Rebels.

The Rebels chased down

the target without losing a wicket, Sahibjit Singh retired on 46 not out off 16 balls, and Balkaran Singh Johal retired on 38 not out off 15 balls.

Sawtell Sloggers had a 24-run win against the Macksville Bulls in Macksville.

Sawtell scored 5/96 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat, Joshua de Groot top scored with 28.

Sawtell defended their total restricting Macksville to 7/72 from 20 overs, Denzel Wynne-Primus took 2-5 from three overs.

Coffs Colts Cricket Club had a three-run win against Diggers Cricket Club at Reg

Ryan Oval.

The Colts scored 7-44 from 15 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Jeffry George Joshy took 3-3 from two overs for Diggers, and Sam Champion took 3-9 from two overs.

The Colts restricted Diggers to 7-41 from 11.1 overs, captain Riley Wood took 2-1 from two overs, and Akam Bains took 2-4 from two overs.

Under 16s ladder:

1.Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels. 12 points. 2 wins. 0 losses. Quotient: 5.067. 2.Sawtell Sloggers. 9 points. 1 win. 0 losses. 1 no result. Q: 2.121. 3.Coffs Colts Cricket Club. 9 points. 1 win. 0 losses. 1 no result. Q:

0.704. 4.Macksville Bulls. 4 points. 0 wins. 1 loss. 1 no result. Q: 0.830. 5.Bellingen/ Dorrigo. 4 points. 0 wins. 1 loss. 1 no result. Q: 0.612. 6.Diggers Cricket Club. 2 points. 0 wins. 2 losses. Q: 0.671.

Under 12s Diggers Cricket Club won their second straight match to start the season, defeating the Nana Glen Lizards by 71runs at Reg Ryan Oval.

Diggers scored 4/145 from 20 overs after winning the toss and electing to bat, Sehaj singh Mahal top scored on 48 not out off 21 balls.

Diggers defended their total, keeping the Lizards to 6/74 from 20 overs, Benjamin Walsh took 2-1

know as a former player that when you know you can’t make finals there’s a bit of pressure off, and sometimes you play your best footy,” Lochland said.

from two overs.

Sawtell Sixers had a 44run win against Bellingen in Urunga.

The Sixers posted 4/96 from 20 overs after Bellingen won the toss and elected to bowl.

Jai Levy finished on 47 not out for Sawtell.

Sawtell kept Bellingen to 3/52 from 20 overs, Percy Martin took 1-1 from three overs.

Urunga Cricket Club had a four wicket win against the Sawtell Sloggers at Jetty Oval.

Sawtell scored 3/91 from 20 overs, after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Eva Maguire retired on 22 not out for Sawtell.

“They beat us by three points when we played them last season, and they’ll really want to end their season with a win, so we’ll be prepared.”

Urunga chased down the target in the 19th over, Lennox Cantrill retired on 26 not out.

Coffs junior cricketers begin rep season

By Aiden BURGESS

COFFS Harbour’s best junior cricketers have begun their latest representative season, during the opening round of North Coast Cricket Council’s inter-district competition.

Coffs Harbour District Cricket Association’s junior rep teams faced off against Clarence River Junior

Mid North Coast Veterans Golfers Association

By Colin CUTT

TUESDAY, 21 October, 38 members of the MNC Veteran golfers participated in an individual stableford event at Urunga Men's Veterans Golf

By Ross HARDAKER

OCTOBER 27

Cricket Association teams in Woolgoolga.

Under 16s

Clarence River defeated the home side by 46 runs at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.

The visitors won the toss and elected to bat, finishing at 8/151 from 50 overs.

Denzel Wynne-Primus took 2-24 from his 10 overs

CEX Urunga Golf Course that was held in conjunction with a two person team event. The course was in great condition and players made great use of the run on the fairways and the trueness of the greens. The team event was won by Martin Tizzard and Rudi Brocker with an impressive

Single Stableford 30 players contested today's event, including a long absent member. Welcome back Glenn. Winner, again, with

for Coffs Harbour.

Clarence Rivers successfully defended their total, bowling out Coffs Harbour for 105 after 31 overs.

Caleb Shaw was the pick of the Clarence bowlers taking 3-19 from five overs, and captain Charlie Rouse took 2-10 from five overs.

Under 14s

70 points. The individual Stableford event was keenly contested with four players finishing on 37 points. The winner on countback was Peter Harper and the runners up were Geoff Knight and Rudi Brocker. Because Rudi won a voucher in the team event, the remaining voucher a great 41 points, Brett Bosbach. Handicapper's gunna clock you soon mate.

2nd John Leahy, 40, on a count back, from

Clarence River had a dominant eight wicket win against Coffs Harbour.

Coffs Harbour were bowled out for 113 in the 37th over, after Clarence River won the toss and elected to bowl.

Harry Shaw had a super spell of 6-10 from seven overs, and Daniel Martin top scored with 24.

for runner up was awarded to Stephen Currie (37 points).

NTPs: Colin Cutt (3rd hole), Matt Lark (9th hole), Michael Summerill (12th hole), Rod Macpherson (16th hole) and Trevor Neaves (18th Hole).

Ball run to 32 points.

Andrew O'Keeffe. Run-down Artie Hassett, Bob Archibald 39, Dave McGilvray 38, Peter Brotherton, Mick Bellew, Kim Michelsen

The visitors chased down the target in the 29th over, led home by Jacob Ensbey on 59 not out.

Under 12s

Coffs Harbour started their title defence with a commanding 132-run victory against Clarence River.

Coffs Harbour scored 7/215 from 39.5 overs,

Levi Pulver took 2-8 from three overs for Sawtell, and Bodhi Heather took 2-16 from 3.5 overs.

Macksville Bulls White had a 41-run win against the Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels in Macksville.

The home side scored 3/119 from 20 overs, after the Rebels won the toss and elected to bowl.

Remy Cartwright finished on 29 not out, with Tyler Smith next best on 27 not out.

The Bulls defended their total with the Rebels scoring 8/78 from 19.5 overs.

Deegan Seubert took 2-4 from two overs, Tyler Smith took 2-6 from three overs, and Veerinderpartap singh Dhaliwal took 2-11 from 2.5 overs.

after winning the toss and electing to bat.

Sehaj singh Mahal was a dominant force scoring a mammoth 129.

The home side restricted Clarence River to 8/83 from 40 overs, Nate Maguire took 3-7 from six overs, and Eva Maguire took 2-6 from four overs.

Coffs Harbour teams now take on Valleys Cricket teams in Round 2 matches this weekend in Macksville.

SPORT RESULTS

Also, on Tuesday 21/10/2025, a full field of 32 MNC Veteran golfers competed in a single stableford at Sawtell Golf Course in great golfing conditions.

Winner: Brad Nesbitt 41, 36, Tom Faulkner 35 c/b.

Bradmans Lawrie Renshall 21.

NTPs 3rd John Leahy, 9th Andrew

Longest Putt

Coffs Harbour Rifle Club

By Geoffrey HART

RESULTS of the 600m Long Range event held on Saturday October 25. F-OPEN (from a possible 120): Mykel

Coffs Table Tennis Results

By Margaret ILES

FRIDAY 24th October, 2025

Group A (Division 1 & 2)

Reece Baker d George Ruaporo 3/0, Lachlan Dierkx d Park Beach Bowls Club

By Doug POWELL

WEEKLY Results

Social Triples Tuesday 21/10/25

T. Brown, J. Clarke, P.Lilly drew with W. Moore, R. Oakley, L. Morris 15 all

M. Miller, H. Major drew with J. Phillips, R. Aitken 21 all

S. Clouten, C.Weatherall,

Park Beach Women's Bowls Club

By Anne ORR

SOCIAL bowls Wednesday 22.10.25

Sawtell Bowls Results

By Geoff HAMPSON

MONDAY Twilight Bowls 20/10/25

J Chapman L Kratz G Hampson

DEF R Redman S Fleming C Christian

B Tremayne P Day L Mitchell

DEF K Mason, J Fleming, K Taylor

R Avery, B Kennedy, A Day DEF S Mason, N Elford, M Friend

R Hampson, J Cherne, D Ryan DEF E Korchma, S Kennedy, R Claypole

TUESDAY Ladies Social Bowls 21/10/25

S Mason, K Lewis, A Day DEF J Wheeler, C Irvine, B Eden

B Connors, J Fleming, J

Sawtell Golf Results

By Janet O’DOWD

18/10 4BBB TRIPLE Express

Archie Foy & Aaron Taylor 82, Alan Wallis & John Veness 0, Andrew Dent & Luke France 75. Balls to 62c/b. NTP 7 A: Paul Hope, B: Chris Chapman, C: Mark Geary (pro pin). NTP 11 A: Ashley Muir, B: Bruce Lynch, C: Garry Herbert

SSAA Benchrest Results

By Rod MADELEY

DAIRYVILLE range.

Event was LB Score Rimfire

Champs: Keiran Grabham

485.7. Robert Wells 483.6. Brett Ewington 459.4. Out of class: Greg Sutherland 491.16. Robert Ramsey 467.6. Rod Madeley 50m only 248.11. Bernie Axford dnf. Event was LB Centrefire Champs 100yds: Peter Fleming .2360.

Watson119.17, Bruce Hartmann

119.11, Theo G 114.5, Anthony Khalil 113.8, Noel Furness113.6, Armand F 113.3, Rod Ryan

112.2: F-TR (from a possible 120): Al Phillips 114.5, Johan Greyling 102.0: F-STANDARD A Grade (from a possible 120): Jon

Bo Zhang 3/0, Paul Hendriks d Tim Garrad 3/2, Troy Prystasz d King McKie 3/0. Division 1

Reece Baker d Troy Prystasz 3/1, Lachlan Dierkx d Paul Hendriks 3/0, Paul Hendriks d Troy Prystasz 3/0, Reece Baker d Lachlan Dierkx 3/0. WINNER: Reece Baker

S. McAviney d C. Domjohn, A.M.Taylor, K. Kaaden 22-14

G. Williams, R. Beaumont, A. Campbell d B. Worboys, C. Hansen, N. McVicar 29-15

P, Booth, J. Dunn, M. Berube d B. Moore, B. Freeman, R. Douglas 24-13

J. McLeod, C. Keough, D. Hull d D. Catling, M. Star, R. Wisely

M. Cutts, A. Worboys, J. Murtas d M. England, E. Kidd, C. England 22-18

M Gudgeon, E Blanton, Y Hinsley def P Poulton, J Clarke, J Stirton 26-15; K Wilson, D Hargraves, L Loadsman def S Betts, C Jones, R Jupp 17-14; M England, B Bodel, J Pearce-Kennedy def V Maher, D Futcher, Y Schmidt

Townsend DEF H Muir, L Savage, D Grebert

H Dodd/R Cook, L Kratz, T Goninan, L North DEF M McDonald, N Elford, M Baguley, M Sharman

THURSDAY 23/10 /25 Ladies Fours Championships

J Fleming, L Read, M Baguley, L North DEF N Elford, R Cook. G Staunton-Latimer, D Grebert

H Muir, L Savage, C Irvine, K Stirling DEF G Pickard, J Wheeler, T Goninan, J Richie

WEDNESDAY Men’s Social Bowls 22/10/25

D Dunn, G Fisher DEF B Pemberton, D Frost

W Hall, D Anderson, A Berry

21/10 Medley Stableford A: Joey Franck 41, Alan Wallis 40. B: Terry Rapley 39c/b, Chris Chapman 39. C: Joe Cavallaro 40, Bob Everitt 3c/b. Balls to 35c/b. NTP 7 A: Kelcie Davis, B: Peter Thorp, C: Steven Danielson (pro pin). NTP 11 A: Allan Heffernan, B: Chris Reading, C: Dennis McCann 22/10 Women's Vets

Championships Day 1 (Top 7) Narelle Hall 43, Pam O'Sullivan 41, Karen Wilson 40, Pauline Barnes

Michael Thompson .2463. Ray Beavis .2732. Keiran Grabham .3030. Peter McGrath .3246. Rob Hamilton .5200. Gary Hunt .6476. SG Ray Beavis .148. 200yds: Michael Thompson .2163. Peter Fleming .2821. Gary Hunt .3123. Ray Beavis .3125. Keiran Grabham .3406. Rob Hamilton .3863. Peter McGrath .4183.SG Michael Thompson .307. .3125. Agg: Michael Thompson .2313. Peter Fleming .2591. Ray Beavis .2929.

SPORT RESULTS

Brown 109.4 - Visitor, Cassandra Fullager 115.5: SPORTER (from a possible 100): David Hartmann 99.10, Lockie Knight 98.13, Max Archer 96.8, Michael Paul 94.7, Bailey Offord 92.3, Cherelle Steinhardt 89.4 - Visitors, Sam Addison 100.8, Adam Mitchell

from Lachlan Dierkx. Division 2

George Ruaporo d King McKie 3/1, Bo Zhang d Tim Garrad 3/1, Tim Garrad d King McKie 3/0, Bo Zhang d George Ruaporo 3/0. WINNER: Bo Zhang from George Ruaporo. Group B (Division 3 & 4) Dominic Arjona d Patrick

G. Stanford, R. Lane, C. Williamson d D. Francis, P. Rambow, P. Wroe 19-16

M. Baker, B. Garner, D. Garner d W. Grimhaw, P. Lawrence, C. Jones 22-16

Men’s Social Triples Thursday 23/10/25

T. Lainsbury, M. Baker, R. Harris d P. North, P. Booth, J. Dunn 37-15

P. Moore, J. Lowndes, R. Douglas, M.Berube d B. Freeman,

30-11; L McLeod/A Worboys, C McVicar, A M Taylor, R DeMeio def J Farrell, C Keogh, D Doyle, K Dunn 23-12; F Gaunt, L Mitchell, E Kidd

M Watt def E Denner/M Trengrove, M Long, L McLean, S Hancock 23-

DEF N McClelland, B Kennedy, J Urge

P Paunovic, K Sharman, J Sheriff DEF I Muller, L Zecchinati, P Warby

C Christian, D Wheeler, R Petterson DEF W Kellam, A Jones, M Gibbons

A Lavelle, D Melia, B Blight DEF T Brooks, A Baker, A Sorbello

M Aujard, J Oates, N Lamond DEF P Covington, W Vaughn, J Townsend

M Hastings, T Mitchell, L Preston DEF B Martin, R Williams, P Collins

B Fitzpatrick, D Hyde, B Clugston DEF R McLellan, G Hitchen, S Wilkinson

P Roach, D Bond, W Meadows

39c/b, Robyn Thomson 39, Sue Flint 38, Sharon Shipman 37c/b 23/10 Day 2 (Top 7) Carole Davis 40c/b, Elaine Everitt 40, Maureen Ryan 39c/b, Annie Waters

39c/b, Lyn Lightfoot 39, Linda Graf 38c/b, Paula Sercombe38c/b. NTP

7 3: Robyn Thompson. NTP 11 1: Annie Waters (pro pin), 2: Maureen Ryan 24/10 Stableford Ethan Thornborough 37c/b. Ball to 37 25/10 27 Holes Foursomes

Woopi Monday Vets Golf

By Shirley STRAUCH

MONDAY 27th October 20

starters

Winner David Hangar 23

R/U Ray Willing 24

2nd. R/U Col Wade 25

NTP 4th. Col Wade Sue Kempnich

NTP 7th. Ray Willing Sue again

NTP 9th. G Tolhurst & Sue once more

88.3, Holly Miller (1 stage) 43.1

The Bisley Match, F-OPEN (from a possible 60): Mykel Watson 58.5, Armand F 58.4, Bruce Hartmann 57.4, Theo G 57.1, Rod Ryan 56.3, Anthony Khalil 56.1: F-TR

Howard 3/2, Lulu Zhang d Scott Levett 3/0, Mark Smith d Char Berglund 3/0, Sharee Templeton d David Iles 3/0. Division 3 Dominic Arjona d Sharee Templeton 3/0, Mark Smith d Lulu Zhang 3/2, Sharee Templeton d Lulu Zhang 3/2, Mark Smith d Dominic Arjona

C.Lloyd, C. Brian, D. Garner 26-14

L. Walsh, M. Hodge, S. Dodd d L. Goodacre, B. Worboys, I. Trengove 26-10

N. Dean, R. Host, G. Stanford d S. Crawford, C. Weatherall, K. Kaaden 23-20

D. Condon, J. Thorn, J. Erskine d J. Kindred, S. Kindred. G. Kindred 27-15

G. T. Meyer, R. Beaumont, A. Campbell d D. Catling, B.

12. Friday 24.10.25. J Phillips, J Clarke def P Poulton, E Kidd 15-13; M Starr, S Hancock def S Bailey, D Walsh 3-20; T Lainsbury, R Oakley def M Cutts, J Murtas 22-14; D Hargraves, Y Schmidt def D Doyle, L

DEF R Smithers, S Shaw, J Rice

I Maderic, G Walsh, M Jenkins DEF G Campbell, A Vivian, B Newling

FRIDAY Mixed Social Bowls 24/10/25

R Stirling, E Nicolaou, P Dodd

DEF J Flynn, G Flynn, D Hyde

H Muir, G Jaeger, A Baker, S Palmer DEF V Sweetman, K Lewis, N Whittaker, B Blight

J Oates, R Williams, J Townsend DEF J Maloney, R Spek, C Duddle

G Brennan, M Gralton, P Warby DEF J Grebert, D Grebert, J Grebert

B Hamilton, K Taylor, G Hampson DEF M Cassar, R Raynor, M Baguley

P Paunovic, K Sharman, B

(Top 7) Phil Klaus & Chris Barrow 103, Wayne Parkin & Gregory Alchin 107, Col O'Connor & Donald Ham 104c/b, Shane Burns & Chris Ryan 104.5, David Hood & Bradley Lewis 105c/b, Peter Matten & Josh Siebert 105c/b, David Hilton & Bill Hobbs 105. Foursomes A: David Hood & Bradley Lewis 105.5, B: Wayne Parkin & Gregory Alchin 104. Foursomes (Gross) A: Neal McCarthy & Anthony Rapley 117, B: Phil Klaus & Chris Barrow 126. NTP

Putting Sue Kempnich 14

Gary Tolhurst won the Frog with 24 putts. The sole birdie went to Pete Smart on the 2nd.

Sawtell RSL Snooker Club

By Ken MASON

TUESDAY 21st October 2025

Main Draw Winners: - Dan

Clark - R/U - Laurie Preston

Consolation Winners: - Mark

Styles - R/U - Richie Hoskins

(from a possible 60): Al Phillips 55.1: F-STANDARD A Grade (from a possible 60): Cassandra Fullager 55.3: SPORTER (from a possible 50): David Hartmann 48.3, Lockie Knight 46.2, Cherelle Steinhardt 45.0, Sam Addison 49.4

3/1. WINNER: Mark Smith from Dominic Arjona. Division 4

Patrick Howard d David Iles 3/0, Char Berglund d Scott Levett 3/0, David Iles d Scott Levett 3/0, Patrick Howard d Char Berglund 3/0. WINNER: Patrick Howard from Char Berglund.

Garner, B. Trotman 24-18

W. Grimshaw, J. Robinson, G. Hinsley d P. Wirth, I. Rose, R. Aitken 18-13

K. Johnson, R. Heinrich, K. Morrison d P. Woodsell, P. Toy, L. Morris 25-12

J. McLeod, G. Wallace, P. Newman d D. Powell, R. Kelly, C. Hansen 21-13

M. Miller, W. Moore, D. Hull d D. Burridge, R, Wisely, M. McCabe 28-17

Clancy 18-15; A Stone, K Read def D Francis M Berube 20-15; D Futcher, R Lane def K Dunn, L Loadsman 2017; K Blow, T Blow def R DeMeio, L McLeod 20-9; T Aarts, C Treharne def A Orr, G Duffey 16-12.

House DEF J Limond, H Wilson, W Meadows

J Fleming, N Elford, L Mitchell DEF L Palmer, J Catt, C Key A Lavelle, L Dodd, P Roach DEF J Brown, J Smithers, R Morris R Avery, P Allen, P Wilson DEF W Kellam, A Jones, M Gibbons

S Lambert, J Townsend, K Sweetman DEF D Edwards, A Hodgson, C Christian W Vaughn, K Baldock, D Anderson DEF L Parnell, C Walsh, H Maloney

N Stahlhut, D Frost, S Holland DEF A Noble, P House, W Sharkey N Staff, J Hall, A Wagstaff DEF M Friend, C Patten, J Griffiths

S Fleming, J Urge, T Karam DEDF C Griffiths, J Spence, G Jaeger

7 A: Todd Riley, B: Anthony Sozou, C: Peter Watt. NTP 11 A: Peter Matten (pro pin), B: Ross Cook, C: Alistair Lane

Freeforall Elaine Everitt 22, Chris Constable 20. Mystery 4 ball Lyn Lightfoot & Lee Farrell 38. Saturday Sal Bronwyn Nicholson. Saturday Sam Lynda Wood. NTP Jackie Chapman

26/10 Medley Stableford Eden Campbell 37c/b, Lochie Smith 37. Balls to 33

By Ian REYNOLDS

RESULTS for 27th October

2025

9 Hole Stroke Net 23

Starters

Ladies

Rosie Hrncir 32, Marlene Starr 34

Men

Bryan Symes 30 w/c/b, Andy Carroll 30, Ian Reynolds 31, John Gordon 31

Horne Toormina

Unrealestate Agent Sawtell Real Estate

Toormina Real Estate

URUNGA/BELLINGEN

IGA Supermarket

Spar Supermarket Urunga

Foodworks Urunga

Urunga Bowling Club

Welcome Dental Urunga

Lindsay’s Oysters

Kombu Wholefoods

Fermount Fire Station

Ray White Real Estate

Bellingen

Bellingen Golf Club

Cardows Urunga

Bellingen Diggers Swimming Club

By Lois LANE

23.10.25

THERE were ten swimmers tonight.

RACE 1 $ 25m Butterfly

There were two busts in this race, Rachael Wallace taking two seconds off her time and Jo Brotherton taking four seconds off her time.

HEAT 1

Andrew O’Keeffe had his bat wings on coming first, in second was Jill Williams and in third was Amanda Vockler.

HEAT 2

Peter Allison came from behind coming first, in second was Elizabeth Casey and in third was Jim Baird.

Can Do Cancer Trust Bowls

By Geoff HAMPSON

CANDO Cancer Trust Bowls Day was held @ Sawtell Bowling Club on Sunday 26th October/ A great Morning of "Fun Bowls " followed by a BBQ Lunch. $3000 was raised by the Club which was matched by Masonic Care totalling $6000.

CEX Woolgoolga Lawn Bowls Results

By Sue BRACHER

TUESDAY 21/10/25 (Pairs)

Rink 2: H Shultz, J Taylor (D) D Sheridan, D Sheridan (21/19) Rink 3: S Oliver, R Shaw (D) W Gavenlock, R Ryan (23/14).

Coffs Harbour District Darts

By Ray BEASLEY

SAWTELL RSL Club

Winter Comp

Monday 20 October First Semi Final DILLIGAF def Bad Habbits 5-2 Warriors def Bull Finish 5-1

By Leah Ray

COFFS HARBOUR 75th FESTIVAL OF GOLF LADIES RESULTS

MONDAY 20th OCTOBER F.O.G. 4 PERSON AMBROSE OVERALL

WINNERS 1. Melissa Ryan & Kristy Hickey & Maree Spencer & Sharon Pope 53.75 2. Emma Mayfield-Smith & Denise Turnbull & Jenny Malouf & Debbie Sollart 56.125 3. Karen Webster & Tania Norberry & Prue Trethowan & Vicki Hunter 56.625 4. Helen Veverka & Enid Mcguigan & Margaret King & Robin Hassall ( RydeParramatta GC) 57.625 NTPS - 3rd Hole - Lee-Anne Browne, 6th - Greer Galloway, 12thSue Tate, 15th - Gillian Pirie

TUESDAY 21st OCTOBER F.O.G.

4BBB STABLEFORD OVERALL

WINNERS 1. Rhonda Clelland & Dianne Patton 48 2. Trish Mackay & Lorraine Garlin 47 3. Denise Turnbull & Emma Mayfield- Smith 46 4. Helen Smith & Francis Scutts (P. Mac GC) 45 (CB) GROSS STABLEFORD

WINNER - Lia Lavelle & Annabelle Elina 37 NTPs - 12th

FINAL

SPORT RESULTS

There were two busts in the final, Jill Williams and Andrew O’Keeffe taking one second off their time Peter Allison held his own race coming first and in the money and in second was Elizabeth Casey.

RACE 2 25m Freestyle

There were three busts in this race, Rachael Wallace and Peter Allison both taking one second off their time and Jo Brotherton taking three seconds off her time.

HEAT 1

Mike Navin came from nowhere coming first, in second was Jill Williams and in third was Amanda Vockler.

HEAT 2

Elizabeth Casey owned this race coming first.

HEAT 3

Coffs CEX Social Golf Results

By Steve ROBINSON

26 OCTOBER 2025

Coffs CEX Social Golf Club played on Sunday 26 October 2025 at Nambucca Heads, Single

Rink 4: A Wroe, R Gurber (D) C Nightingale, K Costelloe (24/21).

Rink 5: D Parker, S Dodd (D) P Daimond, C Odwyer, (28/13).

Rink 6: Scotty, Dave ( D) Donna, Hodgie (22/15). Rink 11: L Walsh, C Davis (D) W Prosser, B Merchant. ( 24/9). Rink 12: L Walsh, R Bennell (D) D Barnard, G Pallister (21/18). Rink 13: T McKenzie, P Buck (D) G Walker, N Chivers 20/12. Wednesday 22/10/25 (

Division 2 First Semi Final Surgical Steel def Fluke Shots 5-3 Thunderstruck def Who Darted 5-0

180s

Chris (1)

Ricky (1)

Rob Ho (1)

High pegs

Garry (120)

Peter (139)

Hole - Wendy Gordon, 15thDarelle Angel, 22nd - Annabelle Elina, 26th - Suzanne McOrist

WEDNESDAY 22nd OCTOBER

F.O.G. SINGLE STABLEFORD

OVERALL WINNERS 1. Evelyn Geh (P.Mac GC) 42 (CB), 2. Kathleen Madden (Kepperra Country GC) 42 3. Yolanda Turner (P.Mac GC) 41, 4. Joanne Hickey 40 (CB), 5. Vicki Hunter 40 6. Jennifer Blake 39 (CB), 7. Chris Clarke (B.I.G.C) 39 (CB) 8. Joan Griffin 39 NTPs - 3rd

Hole - Dallas Lamb, Evelyn Geh, Glenside Cutt, 6th - Ada Lynch, Lea Smith 22nd - Gail De Groot, Julie Lidgard, Dot Trevaskis, 26th

- Karen Brown, Janet Neville, Judy Lenard FRIDAY 24th OCTOBER

F.O.G. 4BBB STABLEFORD

OVERALL WINNERS 1. Karen Webster & Natalie Heckenberg

50 2. Maureen Warnock & Elizabeth Brown 48 3. Janet

Clayton & Jo Foggiato 46 (CB)

4. Jo Gal & Maz Scully 46 GROSS

STABLEFORD WINNER - Chris

Clarke & Adrienne Smith 34 NTPs - 3rd Hole - Shane Walker, 6th - Chris Clarke, 22nd - Adele Douglas SATURDAY 25th

OCTOBER F.O.G. COFFS PLATE

DAY 1 - STABLEFORD WINNER

Andrew O’Keeffe turned the power on coming first, in second was Jim Baird and in third was Paul Sheridan.

RACE 3 25m Backstroke There was one bust in this race, Andrew O’Keeffe taking one second off his time.

HEAT 1

Rachael Wallace put the pedal to the metal coming first, in second was Amanda Vockler and in third was Jill Williams.

HEAT 2

Peter Allison had his windmill arms on coming first, in second was Jo Brotherton and in third was Elizabeth Casey.

HEAT 3

Jim Baird ripped his lane apart coming first and in second was Mike Navin.

Stableford. Sponsor Mark Heelis. Results were as follows:

Winner: Maurice Tate (39pts)

Runner Up: Peter Hill (33pts) Ball Winners: Amrik Thandi (31), Mitchell Howe (31), Rick Paxton (31), Scott Croft (31), Steve Robinson (31), Jose Caravante (29), Michael Delomo (29) &

Wanderers) Rink 2 Ian B, Greg B, Steve O (D) J Taylor, B Landrigan, D Mason ( 24/11). Rink 3: M Lambert, P Jones, B Pendred (D) S Ferro, C Williams, M Stewart. (19/11) Rink 4: J Lynn, N Lott (D) D Porter, I Coltman (22/10).

Rink 5: K Hall, D Barker (D) L Boom, J Simmons (39/9). Rink 6: T Collins, J Whalen, K Costelloe (D) J Martin, P Diamond, I Gentle (22/13).

Friday 24/10/25 (2.4.2) Rink 2:

By Vicki SILVER

47 MEMBERS and Visitors played a 9 hole single stableford event in extremely warm conditions.

Winners: Gents: Rick Jenkins 22 Ken Barber 20 Mark Cooney 19 c/b Garry Silver 19 Ball Comp: Noel Frame 18 c/b

- Katrina Anderson 43 (The Lakes GC), RUNNER UP - Julie Costelloe 42 (Coolangatta & Tweed Heads GC) NTPs - 15th Hole - Rosalie Nachmann, 22ndJacoa Bailey F.O.G. COFFS PLATE DAY 2 - STABLEFORD WINNER - Sharon Whitwam 44, RUNNER UP - Sophia Liow 42 (Helensvale GC) NTPs - 3rd Hole - Glenys Cummings, 12th - Sophia Liow COFFS PLATE OVERALL WINNER

- 36 HOLES Rosalie Nachmann 86 (Coolangatta & Tweed Heads GC) RUNNER UP - Jennifer Dallinger 82 (Coolangatta & Tweed Heads GC) 2nd RUNNER UP - Jacoa Bailey 80 (CB) SATURDAY 26th

OCTOBER F.O.G. LADIES CLASSIC DAY 1 GROSS WINNER - Sarah Dawson 87 (P. Mac GC), GROSS RUNNER UP - Karen Brown 88 (CB), NETT WINNER - Jackie Rider 66 (P. Mac GC) GREAT SCORE - Annalese McKee - Eagle on 5th NTPs - 3rd Hole - Carrie Fagan, 6th - Greer Galloway, 22nd - Karen Brown, 26th - Jodie Rockcliff F.O.G. LADIES CLASSIC

RACE 4 75m Freestyle

There was one bust in this race, Jo Brotherton taking three seconds off her time.

HEAT 1

Rachael Wallace swam like a bat out of hell coming first, in second was Jill Williams and in third was Amanda Vockler.

HEAT 2

Peter Allison swam like the wind coming first and in second was Elizabeth Casey.

HEAT 3

Andrew O’Keeffe blitzed the field coming first, in second was Paul Sheridan and in third was Mike Navin.

A great night had by all, come and join us for some fun and laughter Thursday night at 5.45 at Macksville Pool.

Troy Henderson (28)

NTP’s: Mitchell Howe (5th, 13th & 18th), Scott Croft (8th), Izzy Caravante (12th in two).

Chip In’s: Mitchell Howe & Scott Croft

Next Game is at Dorrigo on Sunday 2 November 2025, 8.00 am Tee Time. All Welcome.

H Shultz, R Bennell (D) L Walsh, Fred C. (21/16)

Rink 3: W Gavenlock, R Shaw (D) H Pallister, G Pallister (22/11).

Rink 4: J Burgess, K Costelloe (D) T McKenzie, P Buck ( 23/15).

Rink 5: J Hampstead, L Walsh (D) D Barnard, S Barnard (22/17). Rink 6: J Lynn, B Parker, H Katala (D) G Walker, D Banken, N Chivins, (24/9). Rink 9: J Mantiv, S Oliver (D) I Coltman, B Symes (24/7).

Trevor Bissett 18

John Delaney 16 c/b

Ladies:

Betty Peen 22 c/b

Jo Corrigan 22

Bev Miles 20

Lyn Whitelaw 19 c/b

Ball Comp:

Jean O’Connor 19

Sandy Skinner 18 c/b

Trish Mackay 18 c/b

Nearest the Pins: 22nd Joan Levingston & Noel

Frame

26th Carlene Bath & Garry Silver

DAY 2 GROSS WINNER - Greer Galloway 81, GROSS RUNNER UP - Alex Brett 82 NETT WINNERJodie Rockliff 71 (Murwillumbah GC) NTPs - 12th Hole - Susan Reguson, 15th - Carolyn Williams, 22nd - Sharon Stekelenburg (South West Rocks CC) 26th - Alex Brett F.O.G. LADIES CLASSIC 36 HOLES GROSS GROSS WINNER - Annelese McKee 146, RUNNER UP - Adele Dosen 164 2nd RUNNER UP - Carrie Fagan 165, 3rd RUNNER UP - Susan Price 171 F.O.G. LADIES CLASSIC 36 HOLES NETT WINNERAnnemaree Herring 139 (P.Mac GC), RUNNER UP - Sharon Stekelenburg 141 (South West Rocks CC) 2nd RUNNER UPLeanne McComas 144

GAUCI

Darrin Francis ‘Dazza’

26th October 2025, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Late of Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved husband of Cheryle. Loving father and father-in-law of Rebecca & Jack and Jade & Conor. Adored poppy of Harrison, Bodhi and Harper. Cherished son of Maureen & Gerry. Fond brother of Wayne and Jodi.

Aged 59 Years

“See You In Heaven”

Darrin was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL

HINDS, Glenys

24th October 2025, peacefully at Coffs Harbour Health Campus, late of Coffs Harbour. Dearly beloved wife of Stuart (dec’d). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Sian & Colin Leal and Sara & Rickward Lehnert. Loving grandmother of Megan, Hannah, Eleanor and Christopher. Adored great-grandmother of Charlie and Oscar.

Aged 90 Years

Reunited With Stuart

Robin Scofield 22nd October 2025

Passed away peacefully at Coffs Haven

Aged Care. Formerly of Shephards Lane, Coffs Harbour. Long time partner of Doug. Loving mum and mother-in-law of Cathy & Richard, Jenny & Anthony, and Michael. Proud Gram to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Former wife of Colin, beloved sister, sister-in-law and aunty.

Aged 81 years

Forever Loved and Cherished

A private service was held.

VICTOR RULLIS

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

Margaret Bonfield

26th October 2025

Passed suddenly at home surrounded by family. Dearly loved partner of Peter. Cherished mother of Myles. Adored sister to Jenny. Loved by her extended family and many friends.

Aged 70 years

Forever in our hearts

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Margaret’s funeral service to be held on Saturday, 8th November 2025 at 10am in the Chapel of the Coffs Harbour Crematorium, Coramba Road, Karangi. For those unable to attend you are invited to view the livestream which is available from our website.

VICTOR RULLIS

FUNERAL SERVICES

(02) 6651 5007

www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au

Alan Elks 21st October 2025

LINDSAY

Cadence Dulcie

16th October 2025, passed peacefully at home in Coffs Harbour. Beloved daughter of Justin & Melissa. Much loved sister of Kira and Koby. Adored granddaughter of Tom (dec’d) & Greta and John & Eileen. Cherished family member and friend to many.

Aged 19 Years

Singing In Heaven

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a celebration of Cadence’s Life to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Friday 31st October 2025 commencing at 2.30 pm.

In memory of Cadence’s favourite colour and vibrant, cheerful personality family ask that you wear a piece of yellow or bright colours to represent the ray of sunshine that she was.

Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

Glenys was privately cremated at Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour.

Stuart and Glenys’ ashes will be scattered in Wales by their loving family at a later date.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

Late of Glenreagh. Cherished husband of Denise. Loved father of Nicole, Damien, and Anne-Marie. Father-in-law of Trevor (dec) and Sue-Ellen. Loving Pop to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of Shirley, Jeanne and Trevor (dec) and brother-in-law to Shad and John and work colleague & friend of Jenny and family.

Aged 71 Years

Forever in our hearts Bee Man

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend Alan’s funeral service to be held on Monday, 3rd November 2025 at 10.30am in the Nana Glen Uniting Church, Nana Street, Nana Glen. Thence for interment within Glenreagh Cemetery. A recording will be available on our website following the service.

VICTOR RULLIS FUNERAL SERVICES

(02) 6651 5007

www.funeralcoffsharbour.com.au

In Memory

REYNOLDS

Leslie John ‘Les’

29th October 2025, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Late of Coffs Harbour, formerly of Armidale. Beloved husband of Beth (dec’d). Beautiful father and father-in-law of Steven & Kerrilyn, Graeme & Lee and Diane & Chris. Adored pa and great-pa of their families.

Aged 88 Years

Together Forever

A small private family Funeral Service will be held for Les. Family and friends are kindly invited to share in the Celebration of Les’ Life via livestream on Friday 31st October 2025 commencing at 10.00 am.

Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

STIRLING

Brian Godfrey

11.06.1940—27.10.2025

Passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home. Late of Boambee East, formerly of Canberra and Melbourne. Dearly beloved husband of Patricia and Jennifer (dec’d). Treasured father and father-in-law of Steven & Jacqueline, Michael (dec’d) & Rachel and Gregory & Stephanie. Loved stepfather of Samantha and Natasha. Cherished Poppy of Ashley, Annelise, Regan, Talon, Joey, Theresa, Isabella, Georgia, Indya, Baxter, Archer, Jessica, Matthew, Arlo and Harper.

Aged 85 Years

So Dearly Loved, So Sadly Missed Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Brian’s Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of Hogbin Drive Crematorium & Memorial Gardens, Stadium Drive, Coffs Harbour on Wednesday 5th November 2025 commencing at 11.30 am.

Please find livestream details on Keith Logue & Sons website.

KEITH LOGUE & SONS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Coffs Harbour 6652 1999

In memory of my darling wife BARBARA ANNE GILES 1/4/1950 - 5/11/2015

Remember those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed and very dear Your loving husband Kevin and family

Have 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

SATURDAY 1st Nov 52 Prince St, Coffs 8.00am - 1.00pm. Tools nails, nuts & bolts, garden items, household wares All must go on the day! Garage Sale

161 Bucca Rd Mooney Beach. SAT 01/11. 7am - 3pm. Array of house painter’s equipment large car trailer, HiAce van for spare parts household goods, plants and much more.

COMPUTER desk. pick up only. 0428 310 384 F010825

DBL bed. Good cond 0403 857

DUNLOP tyres x 4 AT20 Grand Trek 265 /65 SR17 25% tread 0419 200 676 F241025

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

VICTOR 4stroke Lawn Mower 550EX Briggs & Stratten Moter. Ozito Elec. Whipper Sniper & Hedge Trimmer. All in as new condition $300 the lot! 0412 709 372

Plants For Sale

CLIVIA plants, flowering $4ea. 0429 853 180

FROM $5 100’s of plants including hanging pots Open every day. 11 Sand St Coffs Harbour.

RHAPIS palm for sale 6ft tall, $70 each. Ph 0447 839 993

For Sale

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BABY trailer & jogger pram, two seats. Rain cover incl. Excellent cond $99. 0415 981 605 F090525

BABY walker $10. 0481 966 840

BAMBOO wireless keyboard. Something different. New in box. $35 Photos available 0490 161 119 F140225

BOOKCASES (2), pine 1.0 W x 0.3 D x 1.83 H good condition, $50 each ono, photos available. 0415 669 378

BLOODSTONE work boots mens size 11 $50 0491 363 638

CAMPING chair Coleman. Ice pouch drink holder, storage net VGC. $35. 0408 223 662

CAMP stretchers x2 like new. $100 for both. 0427 965 015

CAMPING swag, new, $50. 0429 853 180

CARPET new offcut. Grey Plush, 3.8 x 2m (12’ X 6’) in Coffs. $100 ono 0407 654 879

CHILD’S Bike Seat carrier, child’s bike Helmets x 3. $10 each 0481 966 840 F060625

COCA-COLA Memorabilia Collection $95. 0409 863 898

COMPRESSOR, airwaves 50L 2HP, minimal use domestic only. $70 cash. 0403 857 222 F260925

LAMINATOR, A3. 0466 040 154 F260925

LAWN mowers, x2. Require service f101025 FIRE wood, collect. 6653 8337 or 0419 166 688

LEMAIR Wine Cooler 56 bottle. Older model works well. Collect Boambee. Call 0400 095 033.

LOUNGE chair, large 0401 937 687

PIANO, small upright 0401 937 687

SINGLE bed base & mattress 0401 937 687 f101025

MALTESE Shih Tzu puppies, 5 girls, 1 boy. Available from 16th Nov. Located in Port Stephens. BIN# B000616552. Call or text 0474 378 452 Pets

2.0.2 CH 120W Dolby ATMOS sound bar only 12 months old with 2 built in subwoofers. Price $100. 0412 081 950 44 gallon drum with lid. $70. 66538337 / 0419 166 688 1976 F100 guards, doors grills and bonnet from $100. 0499 684 401 1930s vintage cane komode chair w/ genuine fowlerware porcelain chamber pot $95 Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119 F050925

AWNING with fittings 910mm x 1300mm W Suits back door. $80 0422 099 142 ANTIQUE sewing machine, century, in reasonable condition. $65. ph: 0409 860 637

BABY Bjorn bouncer $30. 0481 966 840

BABY jolly jumper, as new $30. 0481 966 840 f101025

COMMONWEALTH bank original 1988 $5 coin in mint condition to celebrate opening of Parliament House. $45. 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent.

LOCALCLASSIFIEDS

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HEALTHCARE heavy duty shower stool 250kg with arms. $85. 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent.

HEAVY duty glass table top. 90cm Diameter x 1cm thick $65 Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119

HERO 4 wheel walker w/ seat. 136kg safe working load. $85. Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119

HORSE MANURE 0429 583 144

HUGE vintage buffet 230cm L x 75cm H x 40cm W, requires minor repairs. $65 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent.

KITTY litter house with removal tray. $30 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent. F260925

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MEAT rabbits, 1 Buck and 2 Does, 2 years old $30 for trio. Ph 0473 671 345.

MILK frother $15. Never used. 6653 8337 or 0419 166 688 f101025

MID century traymobile with bottle holders. $95. 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent. F260925

MUSIC Stool $5. 6652 8829 f241025

ORGAN (it works) $35. 6652 8829

PAIR of lovely jacquared fabric vintage-style footrest 60cm x 40cmx 30cm H $35 each Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119

PEAK ellipse rollator safewok load 1150kgs only 6mth old As New $95 Photos can be supplied 0490 161 119

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Scooter 2024. As new. $6,000ono. 0428 628 105

PET Carrier: Transport crate, lock safety door

Small cat or dog Near new cond. $39 0417 471 225 f241025

PIANO, small. $100 0466 040 154

PLANT tying tape gun + 8 rolls tape + 5,000 staples $100 0407 654 879

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.

LOUNGE suite, green fabric, dbl couch + 2 reclining chairs $100 0412 254 563 LEAD light wall unit 390w x 440h x 100d $65 pic avail. 0439 682 267

MARBLE rolling pin Chill for pastry, crush spices, tenderise meat roll pottery clay $30 0407 654 879 F010825

PORCELAIN biscuit jar (8in high) with cream and jam pots, tea strainer and small flat teaspoon holder. $35 0400 641 561

PUPPY grooming table. 90cm x 60cm x 77cm H. Never used. $75 Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119

PUPPY crate, large. 75cm x 50cm x 60cm H. Only used for 2 months.

$45. Photo can be supplied. 0490 161 119

PURPLELINE Nemisis Wheel clamp $100 VGC Ph Kaz 0402 429 896

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RED overcoat size 10

Jigsaw brand fabric made in Italy 80% wool Never used. Pic ava. $95 0439 682 267

RENAI Gas Heater, GC $100 ono. 0466 040 154 F260925

ROLLER blinds to fit window 120cm wide x up to 210cm drop $5each 0400 513 862

RIGHT hand palm springs golf clubs, 3 4 5 6 7 8 and 9 irons and PW plus 1 3 & 5 drivers. No putter. Suit beginner. $95 0490 161 119. Photos can be sent. F260925

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SATURDAY

A YEAR AT KYLEMORE ABBEY

SBS, 8.25pm

If Sister Act taught us anything it’s that there’s no-one more determined than a convent full of nuns focused on a common goal. In the classic 1992 comedy starring Whoopi Goldberg, a group of habitual habit-wearers are tasked with hiding a lounge singer from the mob. In this three-part docuseries, a Benedictine order of nuns transform a crumbling country estate into one of Ireland’s most popular heritage sites. The savvy sisters combine their devout spirituality with a canny commercial sense to make Kylemore Abbey in Connemara a thriving success.

FRIDAY, October 31

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. Jane Edmanson discovers an urban courtyard.

8.30 Professor T. (Final, Mav) The body of an undercover police officer is discovered in the boot of a car.

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

9.50 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl, R) Maggie throws herself a party.

10.20 The Assembly. (Final, l, R)

11.05 ABC Late News.

11.20 Silent Witness. (Malv, R)

12.20 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

TUESDAY

TALKIN’ ‘BOUT YOUR GEN

TEN, 7.30pm

Saving the best for last, Tuesday’s season finale of this revived comedy game show features a round that is so entertaining it could be the entire format. In “Pop Quiz”, host Anne Edmonds (pictured) allows the teams to research the questions – but with an age-inappropriate hurdle for each to climb over. Cue the reading glasses when Gen X’s Dave Hughes and Lisa McCune look for answers on TikTok; millennials Tommy Little and Luke McGregor take on a vintage computer with Encarta ’98 installed; and Generation Z’s Anisa Nandaula and Kath Ebbs attempt to navigate a dusty set of Encyclopedia Britannica volumes. Hilarity ensues as the youngsters learn how we lived before the “search” button.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

SBS World News.

The Gunpowder Plot: Countdown To Treason. (PGa, R) 9.15 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa) 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Sisi. (MA15+s, R)

11.40 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+v, R)

2.00 Making Sense Of Cancer With Hannah Fry. (Mal, R)

3.05 Growing A Greener World. (R)

4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

WEDNESDAY CRIME NIGHT!

ABC TV, 8.30pm

Taking a fresh tilt at the well worn true-crime genre, this panel show hosted by Julia Zemiro (pictured) breaks the mould somewhat – inviting a rotating roster of Australia’s best comedians to discuss the science and psychology behind crime, alongside expert criminologists Professor Danielle Reynald and Dr David Bartlett. Perhaps it’s best described as for armchair detectives and the morbidly curious. If Zemiro and co. can pull off this tonally twisted tightrope walk, it will be the TV heist of the decade. Wednesday’s premiere welcomes Celia Pacquola and Mel Buttle to the desk for an examination of noteworthy and notorious eyewitness testimonies throughout history.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Ultimatum. (2007, Mv, R) A former secret agent is once again hunted by the agency that created him. Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, David Strathairn. 10.50 Motorway Patrol. (PGad, R) 11.20 GetOn Extra. 11.50 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

12.20 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG, R) 1.20 In Plain Sight. (Madv) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia. (PG)

8.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, Mv, R) Scientists encounter a giant shark. Jason Statham.

10.40 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (PGl)

11.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 12.35 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30

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6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.25 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) 1.25 Professor T. (Final, Mav, R) 2.15 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 3.00 Last Night Of The Proms. 4.45 The Assembly. (Final, l, R) 5.30 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)

6.25 I Was Actually There: The Dismissal. (PG, R)

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

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG) A woman is found with an arrow in her back.

8.30 Return To Paradise. (Mv, R) A tense game of lawn bowls turns to chaos when a player is killed on the green in broad daylight.

9.30 Mystery Road: Origin. (Final, Malv, R) The killers are exposed. Jay and Mary are brought closer together.

10.20 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (MA15+l, R) 11.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

ABC FAMILY

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Beyond The Beaten Path. (PGl, R) 10.55 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 11.55 WorldWatch. 12.55 Soccer. Australian C’ship. Round 4. Canberra Croatia FC v Avondale FC. 3.00 Soccer. Australian C’ship. Round 4. Sydney Olympic FC v South Melbourne FC. 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Royal Homes. 8.25 A Year At Kylemore Abbey. (Premiere) 9.25 Japan: World’s Most Punctual Train. (PG, R) 10.20 The Hospital: In The Deep End. (Ma, R)

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

2.55 Growing A Greener World. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Wknd. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Golden Eagle Day and Brisbane Broncos Derby Raceday. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG) Chrissie Swan is joined by a fresh new team of expert presenters, covering food, home, money, health and travel.

8.00 MOVIE: A Few Good Men. (1992, Ml, R) Two lawyers defend a pair of US Marines who have been accused of murdering a fellow serviceman. Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson. 11.00 MOVIE: The Kingdom. (2007, MA15+av, R) Jamie Foxx.

1.00 In Plain Sight. (Madv)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Speed. (1994, Mlv, R) An LAPD cop is trapped on a runaway bus. Keanu Reeves.

9.55 MOVIE: The Mod Squad. (1999, Mlsv, R) Giovanni Ribisi.

11.50 Next Stop. (PG)

12.20 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Ms, R)

1.20 Rugby League. Ashes Tour. Second Test. England v Australia.

3.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple are desperate to sell their home.

8.30 Ambulance UK. (Mdlm, R) Ambulance crews attend to a woman who has fallen down the stairs and suffered a seizure.

9.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

10.30 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) 11.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (MA15+v, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.

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6am The

Company. Continued. (2003, PG) 7.35 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 9.25 The Darkside. (2013, PG) 11.10 How To Blow Up A Pipeline. (2022, M) 1pm Tobacco Barns. (2022, M, Spanish) 2.55 Poms. (2019, PG) 4.35 Mosley. (2019, PG) 6.25 The Chaperone. (2018) 8.30 Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 10.50 Easy Love. (2019, MA15+, German) 12.30am The Moogai. (2020) 2.05 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, November 2

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 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (PG, R) 3.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 4.10 The Role Of A Lifetime. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (PG)

6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (Premiere)

8.55 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Final, Malv)

9.55 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl, R)

10.25 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (R)

10.50 MOVIE: My Brother Jack – Part 2. (2001, Mnsv, R)

12.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)

12.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Ask The Doctor. (R) 3.30 The Art Of... (Ml, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

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6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.10 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Speechless. 10.20 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.

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6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 The Point. (R) 9.05 Bitesize. (R) 9.15 Matched. (PG, R) 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. (PGal, R) 11.00 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.55 The Point. (R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 6. Day 2. 5.00 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.05 Going Places. (PG, R) 5.35 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 JFK: One Day In America. (Premiere)

8.30 King And Conqueror. (MA15+v) 9.20 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (R)

10.15 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG, R)

11.20 Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition. (PGa, R) 12.45 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. (PGaw, R)

3.45 Growing A Greener World. (R)

4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

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A Quest For Authenticity. 9.30 The Idea Of Australia. 10.30 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Fails. 11.30 Late Programs. 6am WorldWatch. 9.30 Small Business Secrets. 10.00 The Movie Show. 11.45 Fashionista. 11.55 Riot Island: Prison Without Walls. 1.45pm Instagram: A Life Under Filter. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 AK47: The Legend Behind The Gun. 9.25 Uncanny. 10.35 The Change. 11.35 Late Programs.

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6am The Chaperone. (2018, PG) 8.00 The Company. (2003, PG) 10.05 Truth. (2015, M) 12.25pm The Report. (2019, M) 2.35 The Movie Show. 3.10 The Big Steal. (1990, PG) 5.00 The Darkside. (2013, PG) 6.40 Leap Year. (2010, PG) 8.30 To End All Wars. (2001, MA15+) 10.40 The Last Emperor. (1987, M) 1.40am Easy Love. (2019, MA15+, German) 3.20 Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 5.35 The Movie Show.

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6am Morning Programs. 1pm Football. AFL Women’s. Round 12. GWS Giants v Port Adelaide. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. Round 3. Riverbend Nationals. Replay. 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 12. Sydney v Essendon. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Spider-Man: Homecoming.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PGa, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 12. Collingwood v Brisbane Lions. 3.00 To Be Advised. 4.10 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 4.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (Final, PG)

9.00 AC/DC: The World’s Greatest Rock Band. (M) Looks at AC/ DC through long-lost footage.

10.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: What Lies Beneath. (Malv, R)

11.00 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Mav, R)

12.15 The Long Song. (Final, Masv)

1.30 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 Children’s Programs. 8.00 MOVIE: The LEGO Ninjago Movie. (2017, PG) 10.00 Ice Hockey. NHL. Washington Capitals v New York Islanders. 1pm Soccer. EPL. Manchester United v Brighton. Replay. 3.00 Seinfeld. 3.30 Explore. 3.40 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.40 Hot Wheels. 5.40 MOVIE: The Pink Panther 2. (2009, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. (2012, M) 11.10 Late Programs.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 The Golden Bachelor. (PGls) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

8.35 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 9.35 9News Late.

10.05 Social Media Murders: The Murder Of Olly Stephens. (Malv) 11.05 Mobsters. (Madv) 12.00 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mv, R)

1.00 Drive: Driving Value. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

7.00 Gogglebox Australia. (Final) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 8.30 Ghosts Australia. (Premiere, PGhl) A young couple inherit a centuries-old manor that’s haunted by six eclectic ghosts. 9.30 Matlock. (PGal, R) Matty works on a case with Julian. Olympia learns a secret about Julian’s past. 11.30 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

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6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Sydney. 2.30 City-Bay: Adelaide’s Iconic Fun Run. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 5.00 Dinner With The Parents. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.

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6am Children’s Programs. 5.45pm Kangaroo Beach. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.25 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 Gladiators UK. 9.35 The

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Jokes.

8.30 King And Conqueror. (Final, Mlv)

9.30 Sydney’s Super Tunnel. (R)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. (Mal, R)

11.55 The Man Who Died. (MA15+as, R)

2.35 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.10 Growing A Greener World. (PGa, R)

4.40 Bamay. (R)

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

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6am Mosley.

(2019, PG) 7.55 The Movie Show. 8.30 Leap Year. (2010, PG) 10.20 Operation Mincemeat. (2021, M) 12.40pm Aspromonte: Land Of The Forgotten. (2019, M, Italian) 2.15 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 4.20 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 6.35 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 8.30 Stockholm Bloodbath. (2023, MA15+) 10.40 The Fox. (2022, MA15+, German) 12.55am Late Programs.

TUESDAY, November 4

3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

(Mns)

8.35 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Final, Ml)

9.25 The Art Of. (Ml)

9.55 The Assembly. (PG, R)

10.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 10.55 News. 11.10 The Business. (R) 11.25 Four Corners. (Final, R) 12.10 Keating: The Interviews. (R) 1.10 Parliament. 2.10 Grand Designs. (R) 3.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.45 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) When anti-LAPD billboards emerge throughout the city, the team searches for those responsible. 10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) A renowned playwright vanishes.

11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav)

12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.25 Scotland: A Wild Year. (R) 10.20 Confucius Was A Foodie. (R) 11.10 The Adriatic Sea. (Premiere, PGaw) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Airport: Back In The Skies. (Ml, R) 2.55 Bollywed. 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Wild Slovakia With Nigel Marven. (PGaw) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.15 Scotland: A Wild Year. (PG, R) 10.10 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG, R) 11.00 The Adriatic Sea. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.55 The Australian Wars. (Mav, R) 3.00 Bollywed. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 New England’s Wildlife Wonders. (PGa) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys.

8.30 Tell Me What You Really Think. (Mal)

9.25 The Cancer Killers. (Premiere)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 The Point. (R)

12.00 Safe Home. (Malv, R)

1.00 The Unusual Suspects. (MA15+l, R)

2.00 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R)

2.50 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour. (R)

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

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6.00 Sunrise. News, sport and weather. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) The latest news and views. 12.00 Horse Racing. The Big Dance On Cup Day and Melbourne Cup Raceday. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Contestants race to answer quiz questions correctly to avoid being caught by The Chaser.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.10 The Rookie. (Mav) Bradford receives a strange message.

10.10 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Michelle Buckingham. (Malsv, R)

11.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Mas)

12.10 MOVIE: A Family’s Secret. (2022, Mav, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6am The Movie Show. 6.35 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 8.50 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 10.45 Alcarràs. (2022, M, Spanish) 12.55pm Manon Des Sources. (1986, M, French) 3.00 The Snow Foxes. (2023, PG) 4.25 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 6.30 The Emperor’s Club. (2002, PG) 8.30 Comandante. (2023, Italian) 10.45 The Conference. (2022, M, German) 12.45am Late Programs.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Golden Bachelor. (PGa)

8.40 To Be Advised.

9.40 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (PGl)

10.40 9News Late.

11.10 The Equalizer. (Mv)

12.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

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6.00

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.15 Boswell And Johnson’s Scottish Road Trip. (PGal, R) 10.10

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Idea Of Australia. (Final, PG)

8.30 JFK: The Home Movie That Changed The World. (Mav, R)

9.30 No Hamburg, No Beatles. (Mdns, R)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 I Am Scrooge. (Mals)

12.00 This Town. (MA15+dl, R)

2.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R)

3.05 Curious Traveller. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm PJ Masks. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 To Be Advised. 9.20 Teen Titans Go! 9.45 We Bare Bears.

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am A United Kingdom. Continued. (2016, PG) 7.00 The Snow Foxes. (2023, PG) 8.25 Whina. (2022, PG, Maori) 10.30 Hive. (2021, M, Albanian) Noon The Longest Week. (2014, M) 1.35 A River Runs Through It. (1992, PG) 3.50 Another Mother’s Son. (2017, PG) 5.45 All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 8.30 Hamburger Hill. (1987, MA15+) 10.30 Thirst. (2009, MA15+, Korean) 1am Late Programs.

THURSDAY, November 6

6.00

3.25 Grand Designs Revisited. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

Parliament Question Time.

Long Lost Family. (PG, R)

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R)

Gardening Australia. (R)

7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain. (PGl)

8.25 From That Small Island: The Irish Story.

9.25 Blue Lights.

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Davos 1917. (Mav)

11.55 The Shelter. (MA15+v, R)

2.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R)

3.05 Birdsville Or Bust: Untold Australia. (Ml, R) 4.05 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R)

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

VICELAND (31)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 RFDS. (Ma)

8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (Mal) The guys return to Auckland, where they experience the traditional method of cooking a hangi.

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

10.30 Chicago Fire. (Mav)

11.30 The Amazing Race. (PGl)

1.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

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

8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Kabul. 1am Homicide. 1.55 Conversations. 2.30 Somewhere Boy. 3.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s

SBS MOVIES (32)

6am All Quiet On The Western Front. (1979, PG) 8.35 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 10.40 Long Story Short. (2021, M) 12.25pm 20,000 Species Of Bees. (2023, M, Spanish) 2.45 The Emperor’s Club. (2002, PG) 4.45 Dean Spanley. (2008, PG) 6.40 Spitfire. (2018, PG) 8.30 Platoon. (1986, MA15+) 10.45 Only The Brave. (2017, M) 1.15am Hamburger Hill. (1987, MA15+) 3.15 Benediction. (2021, M) 5.40 The Movie Show.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+ls) Jim Jefferies gives his opinion on tattoos. Featuring Georgie Carroll, Chris Wainhouse and Jason John Whitehead.

9.30 First Dates UK. (PGa)

10.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av, R)

11.30 Gatecrashers.

12.30 Life. (Malsv, R) 1.30 Travel Oz. (PG, 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 Budget Battlers. (PGl) 8.40 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. (MA15+asv) 9.50 Parole. (Premiere, MA15+av)

9News Late.

Resident Alien. (Mas)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

My Way. (PG, R)

TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

COFFS COAST

Slice of history News Of The Area

satisfaction came across his face.

Kirkman had just won the prestigious event for a third consecutive year.

A feat unmatched in the tournament’s long history.

“It’s pretty special really thinking that I’m probably the only one and could potentially be the only person to ever do it. A big feat,” Kirkman said.

After shooting 5-under on the first day to lead local

Billy Flanagan by three strokes after 18 holes, the South West Rocks righthander kept it simple on Sunday by aiming for a high percentage of fairways hit to ensure he didn’t let the lead slip.

“The driver hasn’t been friendly the last few weeks, a month so there’s no point hitting it in the trees when you’ve got a 3-iron that goes on the fairway most of the time,” he said.

After 36 holes Kirkman finished with a 4-under134 ahead of a number of Coffs