Myall Coast News Of The Area 21 MAY 2026

By Thomas O'KEEFE

Deena’s journey

There, Deena won the overall district and public speaking components of the competition, moving

By Thomas O’KEEFE

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National speaking platform for Deena

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on to the Lions state finals in Canberra on Saturday 2 May.

representative for District 201N3, Deena was one of five state finalists vying for the opportunity to represent NSW at the national finals in Adelaide.

Proud dad Mark Clemson told News Of The Area, “It was a long day. Deena interviewed at 9:45am before participating in a luncheon and then returning in the evening for a dinner where each participant responded to two two-minute impromptu speeches and delivered a five minute prepared speech.”

Deena’s address was “Nine Boundaries, One Future”, an unflinching deconstruction of just how close humanity is to losing its uniquely liveable planet to pollution and inaction, among other modern concerns.

Deena’s journey in the competition finished on the weekend with Ryan from The Henry Lawson High School progressing through to the national finals.

"Lions Youth of Year has been an amazing experience,” Deena told NOTA.

“Not only was I challenging my interview and public speaking skills, but I got to meet incredible young people from across the state and gained an incredible support network.

“Travelling to Canberra for state finals was definitely a highlight - not only participating in the competition but being able to explore the local area and Australian National University (ANU) where I am looking at possibly going to uni.

“Being one of the top five in the state really pushed me to stay committed, and be the best person I could be in every stage of the process.”

Members of the Tea Gardens Lions Club invited Deena to tell them all about that journey, as well as another the Tea Gardens branch of the international club helped to make happen – her involvement in the United Nations Young Diplomats Tour of Europe over December 2025 and January 2026.

A whirlwind trek beginning in the ancient

city of Istanbul, then crossing through close to a dozen European countries, including Germany, France, the UK and Ireland, gave Deena a remarkable and unparalleled

educational experience, which only fed more into her desire to pursue an international relations future.

SEASON CELEBRATED

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Saturday 9 May.

Guests for the occasion included Henry Scruton, President of Hunter Surf Life Saving, sponsors, and Terry and Margaret Munright and Ron and Karen Green from Tea Gardens RSL sub-Branch.

Mr Munright, the subBranch Vice President, awarded the inaugural RSL Cadet Award to Max Fortunaso.

It was in recognition of his 170 volunteer hours over three patrol teams during the season, the many hours and occasions he volunteered for Nippers Water Safety, and his participation in many community and club activities.

“The cadets program, affectionately known as the Bush Turkeys, was introduced with the aim of retaining the youth members in Surf Life Saving, as they move out of Nippers and cross the few years before becoming full adult lifesaver members,” Registrar Kerrie Moore told News Of The Area.

“The program has engaged them in beach, social, and training activities, and was successful [due to] the hard work and dedication of the co-ordinators, Natalie Skelly and Peta Shelton.”

Other award recipients included:

- Club Person of Year, Tony Howard

- Patrol Person of the Year, Jane Tonitto

- Life Saver of Year, Rod MacQueen

- Junior Life Saver of the Year, Annie Fortunaso

- Rookie of the Year, Dwayne Richardson

- Outstanding Achievement, Natalie Skelly and Peta Shelton

- President’s Award, Chris Elkin

- President’s Junior award, the Bush Turkeys (Cadets)

- Rose Dunlop Award, Hylton Newman.

A special tribute speech was also given by Tony Logue in memory of recently passed longtime member Ian Dunlop, while appreciation was expressed to the many local community groups

and businesses who sponsored, donated items and otherwise supported the club during the season.

The many funds raised community-wide and by out-of-town sponsors have enabled the club to complete the renovation of its first aid/operations room, and maintain and update equipment.

The work has been accomplished in the first year of the club’s five-year upgrade plan.

Club Captain Wayne Bower also highlighted many of the activities on the beach for the year, including:

- zero preventable

major incidents

- a 50% reduction in rescues

- an increase in active patrol members

- increased integration with UAV (drone) services, and;

- supporting water safety for Nippers and surf life training

In the 2025-26 season, there were 131 in the Nippers program, while training for all members in all aspects of surf lifesaving skills has continued throughout the season.

On Australia Day, the club co-ordinated with the Tea Gardens Lions to keep the fun going from the river to the beach, with live entertainment and plenty of demonstrations, helped greatly by the increase in membership numbers.

q Max Fortunaso received the inaugural RSL subBranch Cadet Award from Terry Munright.

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Granny Flats (Part 2)

by Robert Lindsay

If a parent makes a decision to go ahead and build a granny flat at their child’s property, then documentation must be prepared including the following:

(a) A Deed of Agreement setting out who shall be funding the costs of the granny flat and the terms of the occupation, i.e. that the parent can live in the granny flat rent free for the remainder of his or her life or until the parent can no longer live in the granny flat. The agreement should also cover who will pay the rates, insurance, utilities, internet etc.

(b) A Mortgage (or second mortgage if there is already a mortgage to the bank) in favour of the parent for the amount spent on the granny flat. This enables the parent to obtain repayment of the amount paid by the parent if the occupation of the granny flat comes to an end (particularly if the property is sold).

(c) An updated Will for the parent compensating any other children as the granny

flat shall remain the property of the child after the parent’s death. Also the debt owing under the mortgage may be forgiven. There may be other matters to be included.

Granny flats are a good idea and often solve an accommodation problem for a parent. However, it is important that all parties understand their rights and obligations before the project proceeds. Sometimes after considering the risks, families proceed on the basis that the child builds and funds the granny flat and then the parent can leave without any financial loss if the arrangement does not work out. There are lots of matters to consider and many options.

If you seek advice about anything raised in this article, or want further information, please contact us on 02 4928 7300 or email willsandestates@ mullanelindsay.com.au.

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Push begins for cemetery improvements

A STRONG show of cooperation between community groups and MidCoast Council has sparked fresh momentum for long-term improvements at the historic Tea Gardens Cemetery.

Representatives from Council, the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress

Association (HNTGPA), and Tea Gardens Family Research and Local History Group (TGFRLHG) met on site this week to inspect the cemetery and discuss a wide range of issues, from ageing infrastructure and presentation standards to historical preservation and future technology upgrades.

Attending the meeting were Council’s Jock Fraser, Sandra Bourke (President) and Bruce Murray (Secretary) of the HNTGPA, and Judith Glover (President) and Lesley Turner of the TGFRLHG.

Ms Bourke said the meeting highlighted the community’s deep commitment to preserving

one of the district’s most important historical and cultural sites.

“This cemetery holds generations of local history, families and stories,” she said.

“It was extremely encouraging to see Council, the Historical Society and community representatives all sitting down together and working constructively on appropriate improvements for the future.

“There is still work to do, but genuine progress is occurring and there is a strong shared commitment to improving standards, protecting historical records, and ensuring the

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cemetery is treated with the dignity and respect it deserves.”

Several concerns were raised during the inspection, including deteriorating and outdated signage, with some signs still referencing the former Great Lakes Council.

Community representatives also pointed to faded, damaged and difficult-to-read signs which they believe no longer reflect the respectful presentation standards expected of an important community cemetery.

The meeting also examined broader maintenance and landscaping issues, including gardening standards, presentation consistency, and future infrastructure needs in line with evolving cemetery management and new licensing requirements across New South Wales.

One idea gaining strong

support was the creation of quarterly community working bees, allowing volunteers to assist with gardening, clean-up activities and the respectful removal of deteriorated flowers and damaged items throughout the cemetery grounds.

Future technology solutions were also discussed, including the introduction of QR-codebased grave location systems to help visitors more easily locate gravesites and access historical information.

Mr Fraser advised attendees that all new burials are now digitally recorded from the outset, significantly improving long-term cemetery management and record accuracy.

He also confirmed Council is progressively digitising older cemetery records and burial plots

across the wider cemetery network.

Representatives from the Historical Society confirmed they had previously supplied Council with extensive cemetery mapping and historical research material and would again assist with preserving and digitising local records. Attendees were also advised that Council is progressing plans to appoint a supervisor responsible for overseeing a range of public spaces and community facilities, including cemeteries, with the aim of improving consistency in maintenance and operational standards across the region.

Mr Fraser also outlined several improvements already completed within the Tea Gardens cemetery precinct, including the construction of a new retaining wall, and acknowledged the importance of continued cooperation between Council and the local community.

Sewage plant upgrade on track

MIDCOAST Council says a major upgrade of the Hawks Nest Sewage Treatment Plant is on track to be completed in the first half of 2027.

Director of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, Rob Scott, said the upgrade is one of the most significant projects Council has undertaken in the southern part of the local government area.

"Not only will it allow for continued development in Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, it will also benefit the local environment by ensuring the quality of effluent that is discharged from the plant continues to meet our licensing requirements,” he said.

Mr Scott said a considerable part of the major works involved in the project were on track

to be completed over the coming months, including the construction of two new clarifiers, a new inlet works and new aeration systems. The mechanical and electrical fit-outs are also expected to be finished by the latter part of 2026. The project will then move into the commissioning stage, which will continue throughout the early parts of 2027.

Lyne MP’s response to Federal Budget

By Sue STEPHENSON

NATIONALS Member for Lyne

Alison Penfold has called the Labor Government’s Federal Budget a “bloodbath for regional Australia”.

In her response to Labor’s Federal Budget, delivered by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on 12 May, Ms Penfold said regional and rural communities like those in Lyne had been left behind.

“Budgets can make or break the ability of our region to thrive, and this Budget lets us down big time,” Ms Penfold said.

Her key concerns are related to the funding of roads, health, water and telecommunications.

“In terms of local services and infrastructure, there is no funding for the roads and grade-separated interchanges on the Pacific Highway, which our communities need.

“They have stripped $21.4 million from regional telecommunications funding making the challenge of addressing mobile and internet blackspots even harder.

“$103 million has been cut from the National Water Grid – the pool of funds that had the potential of providing funds to MidCoast Council for the Kiwarrak Off-River Water

Storage Project to secure the Manning’s long term water supply.

“In a funding commitment of $1.8 billion for Urgent Care Clinics, there is no funding for one in Taree despite the clear case that has been presented to them over the past 12 months.

“There is a pittance for aged care which won’t even scratch the sides of the Support at Home Waitlist, or address provider and workforce shortages in the regions.”

However, Ms Penfold acknowledged several measures in line with her prebudget submission.

These include $2 billion for housing infrastructure such as power, water and sewerage, an additional round of the Stronger Communities Program, further funding for the Growing Regions Program and an extension of the Local Sporting Champions programs.

“A few small positives do not excuse a Budget that has fundamentally forgotten communities from the Hunter to the Hastings,” she said.

Key measures In a joint statement, the Treasurer, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and

senior ministers, described the Budget as being about "resilience and reform.”

“It’s all about getting Australians through the global oil shock and building an economy that works for more people.

“We’re delivering more cost-of-living help and building a more productive economy, a better tax system, a fairer housing market and a stronger and more sustainable budget,” the statement read.

The Budget focuses on cost-of-living relief, housing tax reform, and energy security.

A $31.5 billion deficit is forecast with $45 billion in improved revenue.

Key measures include:

- Income Tax Cuts: From July 1, 2026, the 16% tax rate for incomes $18,201–$45,000 drops to 15%.

- Worker Offset: A new $250 permanent Working Australians Tax Offset and a $1,000 instant tax deduction for work-related expenses.

- Medicare: Increased Medicare levy low-income thresholds.

- Negative Gearing: Limited to new builds, with existing investments grandfathered.

- Capital Gains Tax (CGT): The 50% CGT discount is

scrapped and replaced by an indexation system to target real gains.

- Securing Australia’s near-term fuel and fertiliser security through Export Finance Australia’s $7.5 billion Fuel and Fertiliser Security Facility.

- Strengthening longer term fuel security with a $3.2 billion Australian Fuel Security Reserve.

- Boosting energy sovereignty by making more clean fuels in Australia, promoting electrification, and implementing a 20 percent gas reservation.

- Approvals: $500 million-plus to expedite environmental and project approvals using AI.

Confidence in councils

Australia’s peak local government body, the Australian Local Government Association, says the Federal Budget is a vote of confidence in the country’s 538 councils to deliver on national housing infrastructure priorities.

But it argues that more needs to be done to address the growing financial pressures threatening local government services across the country.

ALGA President Mayor Matt Burnett said councils were on the frontline

of delivering national productivity, housing growth, climate resilience and essential local services, but needed to be backed to deliver.

“We welcome the Federal Government’s trust in local government to support new housing and growing communities, through its announcement of $2 billion over four years to help deliver enabling infrastructure,”

Mayor Burnett said.

“However, councils

have not been given the same support to meet local community needs through secure untied funding and, in fact, support through Financial Assistance Grants has gone backwards as a share of Commonwealth taxation revenue.”

Mayor Burnett said the ALGA also welcomed the ongoing attention on local government sustainability through the Inquiry into Local Government Funding and Fiscal Sustainability.

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700-plus drivers caught during traffic operation

MORE than 708 drivers have been detected allegedly driving with drugs in their systems during a statewide police traffic operation.

Operation RAID (Remove All Impaired Drivers), which ran from Thursday 7 to Sunday 10 May, focused on roadside testing to identify people who may be driving while affected by alcohol and drugs.

During the operation, police conducted 8,460 drug tests with 708 people returning positive samples and conducted more than 161,397 breath tests with 211 drink driving offences detected.

While the operation focused on detecting drivers operating a vehicle impaired by alcohol, drugs or fatigue, the high-visibility operation saw police across the state issue more than 5,213 other traffic infringement notices, including 1,904 for speed-related offences, 363 for mobile phone use, and 109 restraint-related offences.

During the operation, an incident unfolded

locally at Nerong.

About 8.55am on Friday 8 May, officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District responded to reports of a crash.

Upon arrival, police located a vehicle that had crashed into bushland off the Pacific Highway.

No injuries were reported.

Following inquiries, the driver - a 25-year-old man from Sydney - was found to be an alleged disqualified driver with two outstanding warrants for alleged break and enter offences.

The man underwent mandatory testing, which allegedly returned a positive result for methamphetamine.

He was arrested and taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station where he was charged with “break and enter dwelling-house etc with intent (steal)”, “drive motor vehicle during disqualification period”, “driver or rider state false name or home address”, and “negligent driving (no death or grievous bodily harm)”.

In a separate incident, one person lost their life in Cabramatta.

Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said driving impaired was selfish, reckless and deadly.

“Driving impaired with drugs or alcohol in your system is a dangerous choice that can kill someone,” Minister Catley said.

“Police cannot sit in the driver’s seat with you.

“Every driver has a responsibility to make sure they are fit to get behind the wheel.

“Operation RAID may have concluded, but enforcement does not stop.

“If you are putting lives at risk on NSW roads, police will get you.”

Tax, migration and NDIS in coalition's economic sights

By Zac DE SILVA and Tess IKONOMOU, AAP

AUSTRALIA’S tax system would be overhauled, welfare restricted to citizens and immigration slashed under a future coalition government.

In his first budget reply speech, Angus Taylor has conceded the Liberals and Nationals still have a long road to win back the confidence of voters, but asked Australians to "begin to believe again".

The opposition leader outlined a plan to index tax brackets in line with inflation, returning hundreds of dollars to workers that would've otherwise gone to the government as tax.

The two lowest brackets - covering people earning between $18,201 and $135,000would be indexed from 2028-29, Mr Taylor said.

This would deliver tax relief of about $250 in the first year and more than $1000 in the the fourth, the coalition forecasts.

The top two tax brackets would also be

Budget contains ‘important but incomplete’ measures

BUSINESS NSW Mid North Coast says the Federal Budget delivers some welcome certainty for small and medium businesses but does little to address the underlying confidence and capacity challenges facing regional economies.

While Business NSW has welcomed certainty on the instant asset write-off and measures to improve domestic gas supply, regional businesses continue to face rising costs, infrastructure constraints and workforce shortages that are limiting growth and investment.

Business NSW Mid North Coast Regional Director Rod Barnaby said the Budget contains important but incomplete measures for regional NSW.

“Certainty on the instant asset write-off is positive and long overdue, particularly for regional businesses that rely on plant, equipment and vehicles to operate,” Mr Barnaby said.

“But confidence across the Mid North

Coast remains under pressure.

“Our businesses are still grappling with high energy and fuel costs, skills shortages and a lack of enabling infrastructure to support growth.”

In terms of housing and infrastructure, Mr Barnaby said the Budget’s $2 billion investment in water and sewer infrastructure to support up to 65,000 new homes has the potential to be highly beneficial for the Mid North Coast, if regional projects are prioritised and delivered quickly.

“Housing affordability and supply is now a core economic constraint for regional businesses,” he said.

“Without investment in local water, sewer and enabling infrastructure, we cannot unlock land, attract workers or support business expansion.

“Regional NSW must see a fair share of this funding translate into shovel-ready projects.”

indexed from the 2031/32 financial year.

"This is generational tax reform. It's fair, simple, and honest. It will back Australians to work hard, take risks, and invest in their future. It will force government to respect your money," Mr Taylor told parliament on Thursday night.

Raising tax brackets in line with inflation each year would cost the budget billions of dollars.

But it would also end bracket creep, where pay rises push workers into higher tax brackets, even though inflation means they may not be any wealthier.

Successive governments have chosen not to index brackets, instead announcing a tax cut every few years.

During periods when the mining sector raked in windfall profits, the coalition would bank 80 cents in every dollar of resource revenue into a "future generations fund" for nation-building infrastructure.

The opposition leader also promised to cut Australia's migrant intake.

While Mr Taylor argued it would be rash to provide an exact immigration target two years away from the next election, he said the coalition's cut would be sizeable.

"The coalition will deliver one of the biggest cuts to immigration in Australian history," he said.

Under his plan, a limit would be placed on net overseas migration, equivalent to the number of homes built in the previous year.

Net overseas migration is the difference between the number of people arriving in Australia and the number of departures, and also includes temporary migrants like foreign students.

Tuesday's budget forecast the figure at 295,000 for the current financial year, dropping to 225,000 in 2027/28.

Cost pressures still weighing on confidence

Early Business NSW Business Conditions Survey results show business confidence remains near historic lows, driven by persistent cost pressures.

“Regional businesses are feeling the cumulative impact of inflation, insurance, energy, fuel and compliance costs, while measures to improve domestic gas supply are welcome, many businesses are still waiting to see tangible relief in their operating costs.”

That's well below the post-pandemic high of more than 550,000, when a flood of migrants re-entered the country as borders reopened, but still higher than pre-COVID levels.

In the 2024/25 financial year, about 175,000 new homes were built.

Mr Taylor said the coalition would claw back billions of dollars in savings by cutting welfare for non-citizens.

The National Disability Insurance Scheme, Jobseeker, Youth Allowance and the Family Tax Benefit would be for Australian citizens only.

The policy platform is, in part, designed to take on Pauline Hanson's One Nation, which has been surging in the polls and last week demolished the Liberal vote to win the Farrer by-election in southern NSW.

"There's much work the coalition must do to win your confidence. But with the policies I've announced tonight, and the vision I've outlined, I hope you can begin to believe again," Mr Taylor said.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson said the by-election result led the coalition "to finally see the light" and copy her party's policies.

"While they've been telling everyone that One Nation has no policies, they've been reading them very carefully because they're desperate for some good ideas," she said.

"The cosy two-party system protecting two tired, clueless and unpopular major parties is on borrowed time no matter how much they wish it was otherwise."

Greens deputy leader Mehreen Faruqi slammed the coalition, accusing them of pandering to One Nation's politics.

"It is pathetic that the Liberals are willing to sink so low trying to out-racist One Nation," she said.

"Newsflash for Angus Taylor, migrants are entitled to the same safety net as everyone else."

Tourism operators on the Mid North Coast are also expected to feel the impact of the increase in the outbound passenger movement charge, at a time when the sector continues to recover from recent disruptions.

Mr Barnaby echoed Business NSW’s concerns that proposed tax changes, including the minimum 30 percent tax rate on discretionary trusts and changes to capital gains tax arrangements, risk dampening confidence and investment, particularly in regional markets.

farm operations.

Effective programs typically include:

methods such as trapping, baiting and shooting to increase effectiveness

adaptable and reproduce rapidly, making ongoing control essential.

Farmers urged to act early on feral pig control

WITH dry seasonal conditions being experienced in many parts of the region, Hunter Local Land Services (LLS) is urging producers to act early on feral pig control.

As feed and water become limited, feral pigs are concentrating around remaining resources, increasing the risk of damage to crops, pastures and infrastructure, and putting additional pressure on livestock production systems.

Hunter LLS biosecurity staff say these seasonal conditions create a critical window for control programs, where wellplanned action can deliver stronger results.

Luke Booth, Team Leader for Invasive Pests for Hunter LLS said, “We are working with landholders to deliver large-scale control across priority areas.

“This includes the distribution of free grain to support baiting and trapping programs, supply of traps, the deployment of dedicated feral pig control contractors, coordinated ground baiting programs and targeted aerial shooting operations.”

To stay ahead of population growth, landholders are encouraged to take a strategic approach that combines multiple control methods and aligns with seasonal conditions and

• using free feeding to establish consistent feeding patterns prior to control activities

• selecting appropriate trap types and locations based on feral pig behaviour and movement

• combining control

• following up initial control within three months to maintain pressure on populations

• coordinating control programs with neighbours to maximise impact across the landscape.

Feral pigs are highly

q Feral pigs are highly adaptable and reproduce rapidly, making ongoing control essential.

Flood funding closing soon

SMALL businesses and nonprofits who have already successfully applied for the NSW Government’s initial $25,000 flood recovery grant have until 5 June to lodge additional claims.

MidCoast Council Mayor Claire Pontin urged business owners and not-for-profits impacted by the May 2025 floods to lodge their applications before it’s too late.

Last month Premier Chris Minns and Minister

Janelle Saffin announced an increased grant of an additional $25,000 for businesses and organisations directly impacted by the May 2025 floods.

“These applications can be time consuming so it is very important you don’t leave it to the last minute or you could miss out,” she said.

“Council campaigned vigorously for the community to receive these grants so we want to see everyone who qualifies get the help they

need and deserve.”

The NSW Government’s $25,000 Recovery Grant for Small Businesses and NonProfit Organisations aims to help with the clean up and restoration costs for those impacted by the May 2025 flood event.

For more information contact the Service NSW Business Bureau on 13 77 88 or book a call at www.service. nsw.gov.au/business.

Applications close 5 June 2026.

all working Australians.

A single sow can produce up to two litters per year, with as many as 10–12 piglets per litter, allowing populations to recover quickly if control efforts are not sustained.

Sows can breed as early as six months in favourable conditions.

“Continued control is critical to further suppress populations, particularly as pigs become more exposed and vulnerable due to reduced food availability and limited ground cover,” Luke said.

Conducting control programs ahead of key production periods, such as crop establishment, can help reduce production losses and

protect valuable inputs.

Feral pig control also helps protect biodiversity and reduce biosecurity risks, with feral pigs capable of damaging native habitats and spreading weeds, parasites and diseases.

Local Land Services is supporting landholders through the NSW Government’s Feral Pig and Pest Program 2025–26, which provides access to practical tools and resources to improve control outcomes.

Landholders are encouraged to seek advice to ensure control programs are well planned and compliant with requirements.

For more information or tailored advice, contact your local biosecurity officer on 1300 795 299 or visit the Local Land Services website.

Budget brawl escalates over rival tax cut proposals

By Zac DE SILVA, AAP

A ROW has broken out over the cost of cutting taxes for millions of Australians as Labor and the opposition try to sell rival economic plans to voters.

After a week dominated by the state of the nation's finances, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese accused

the opposition of failing to properly price its plan to bake in tax cuts to every federal budget.

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor wants to index tax brackets in line with inflation, effectively giving most Australians a tax cut each year from 2028/29, while Labor has announced a $250 rebate each year for

But Mr Albanese said the hit to the budget would be bigger than the opposition predicted.

"They came out with a costing of $22 billion... we know it's at least $35 billion," he told reporters in Hobart.

"There were no facts there at all."

Mr Taylor said he stood by the four-year costing, which would be offset by cuts to government programs, including funds

for social and affordable housing that the coalition believes are wasteful.

The opposition leader argued leaving current settings in place would amount to a tax hike due to bracket creep as people were pushed into higher tiers through wage inflation.

"This betrays the fact that the government plans to raise income tax rates to the tune of $35 billion... the faster inflation goes up, the more they hike them," he

told Sky News.

An opinion poll published on Sunday suggested the government's plan to wind back negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount had been poorly received and was widely regarded among voters as a broken election promise.

According to Freshwater research published by News Corp, 44 percent of voters think the budget will leave their household worse off while 13 percent think it will improve their circumstances.

More than 80 percent of those surveyed thought Labor had broken its promise to leave property tax concessions unchanged.

Asked whether he was disappointed by the survey results, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said he wasn't expecting support for the government to increase due to its budget reforms.

"I'd be more surprised if there was a bounce," he said, pointing to the oil crisis and a "predictable scare campaign" as factors driving down support for the government.

"We're not doing this to help our primary vote, we're doing this to help more

people into housing."

Startups could still be carved out from changes to capital gains tax due to fears the new inflationlinked method of calculating the charge could drive investment away from upand-coming businesses.

"There are particular issues when it comes to the cost-based calculation in startups, particularly in tech and when it comes to (venture capital)," Dr Chalmers said.

"We recognise that there are specific issues here and so it's not unusual for there to be consultation on implementation after a big policy change is announced."

But shadow treasurer Tim Wilson said the policy change would "kneecap" startups and make Australia less productive.

"The government is now coming along and saying that they want to take a 47 per cent stake in these small businesses," he said.

"The prime minister is like that person in a group assignment that never seems to do anything but at the end of the day wants to take the same grade when they haven't done half the work."

Funding for major events

MIDCOAST Council is providing long-term support for three major events expected to inject an estimated $34 million into the local economy.

Council will provide a total of $90,000 in funding support to the Old Bar Beach Festival, the Barrington Coast Air Show and the Barrington Coast Beach 5s.

Each event will be provided support for three years.

The Barrington Coast

Air Show will be delivered biannually from this year until 2030.

Council’s Executive Manager Sustainable Development, Rachel Pleasant said the move shows a commitment to grow the region’s economy.

“These agreements are about backing events that bring real economic value to the MidCoast,” Ms Pleasant said.

“By providing longterm certainty, we’re giving

organisers the confidence to grow these events, while helping local businesses plan for the increased visitation they bring.

“More visitors means more people staying in our accommodation, dining in our restaurants, shopping locally and experiencing what makes the MidCoast such a special destination.”

The funding to support the events will come from Council’s Grants, Donations and Sponsorship Program.

$5m boost for safer places of worship

By Jacie WHITFIELD

FAITH communities in Port Stephens and across NSW will benefit from a $5 million investment to enhance safety and security at places of worship, the state government has announced.

The funding, part of the latest round of the Safe Places for Faith Communities Grants, will support three local organisations in the Port Stephens electorate: Our

Lady Help Of Christians in Mallabula, St John’s Anglican Church in Raymond Terrace, and St Stephen’s in Tea Gardens.

The grants aim to provide practical upgrades and support to help religious groups feel secure in their places of worship.

This latest injection honours the Minns Labor Government’s $15 million commitment over four years to bolster safety at places of worship and other regular

gathering spots for religious communities.

Since the program’s inception in 2023, a total of 355 organisations statewide have received support.

The grants adopt a resilience-based approach, equipping organisations to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from potential incidents.

management planning, firstaid training, and broader safety and wellbeing services for communities.

NSW Minister for Multiculturalism Steve Kamper emphasised the importance of the program.

their communities safer and more secure.”

Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington welcomed the support for her electorate’s faith groups.

support to keep their special places of worship safe and secure into the future.”

The program is administered by Multicultural NSW.

“Port Stephens is home to many faith communities, so I’m pleased to see local churches strengthening their security systems and providing comfort to parishioners,” she said.

The announcement comes amid ongoing community concerns about safety at religious sites, with the grants providing tangible resources to address those challenges.

By Thomas O’KEEFE

MEMBERS and guests of the Myall Park Croquet Club held yet another successful Biggest Morning Tea at their beautiful home base on Monday 4 May.

This was the 16th year of the local event, which was again augmented by significant business support.

“So many local businesses have been wonderful,

donating hundreds of dollars worth of prizes, which we raffled off in the lead-up to the day to raise over $1200 this year,” organiser Ella Sansom told News Of The Area.

“The money raised will be sent to Hunter Medical Research Institute for the fifth year, where we know it will go to helping people with a wide range of medical issues.”

Over the past six years,

Eligible initiatives include upgrades to security systems and infrastructure, improved incident the Myall Park Croquet Club has raised a running total of $5600 for HMRI.

“All faith communities in NSW have the right to gather and practise their religion in safety and without fear,” he said.

“This funding will help grant recipients deliver practical upgrades that make

Mallets and morning tea

including several guests from other clubs in town.

“Sharon Barwick, Fran Henderson, and Kay Webb have been on board for 16 years, with Marlene Feltis joining the team more recently.”

After another hot summer of mallet swinging and hoop aiming, 30 people attended the Biggest Morning Tea,

Red Cross winter appeal

By Thomas O’KEEFE

WINTER is coming and that means various Red Cross branches around the region are asking for donations of clothes, blankets and other items, to make life for those living rough a little warmer.

Tea Gardens Red Cross has a long, ongoing relationship with organisations based around

the Hunter that dedicate their time to helping the homeless.

While the Australian Red Cross has welcomed measures in the recent Federal Budget concerning social cohesion, resilience, official development and humanitarian assistance, and upholding international humanitarian law in the context of a complex

and uncertain global environment, closer to home the housing affordability crisis cannot be ignored.

Even on the warmest of nights, the grim reality for an unseen many, is living payday to payday, and out of rental contention.

Some cases cited by the local Red Cross have seen dozens of people apply for a single rental property.

Everyone enjoyed delicious home-made cakes and sandwiches on what was to be one of the last few bluesky days before a fortnight of on again, off again rain.

A few dedicated malletwielders hit the green to practice, their aim sometimes true, and sometimes way off, with many a red and yellow

“I’m delighted that Our Lady Help Of Christians in Mallabula, St John’s in Raymond Terrace and St Stephen’s in Tea Gardens, will benefit from this

ball placed with the longgame in mind.

The green itself has rarely looked better, with the local irrigation issues presumably fixed, and the grass short, fast, and verdant.

Recent HMRI activity has included field studies of the use of regular at-home nasal swabs to spot infections and asymptomatic carriers, eventually allowing much faster responses to outbreaks of disease, including future pandemics.

HMRI is also celebrating

More information on eligibility and previous rounds is available on the Safe Places for Faith Communities Program website.

the 30-year milestone of the nation’s longest-running women’s health study, the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health (ALSWH).

It was launched in April 1996 with the ambitious objective of gathering scientific data, investigating all aspects of women’s health and wellbeing, and driving major health policies - as well as promoting collaboration between the universities of Queensland and Newcastle.

“Imagine something goes unexpectedly wrong - it is so easy to become homeless,” said Tea Gardens Red Cross spokesperson Janet Baker.

“With a bad rental history and no way of saving $2500 or more for a bond to secure another rental, let alone face upwards of 80 other individuals applying for the same domicile, it tends to draw out for an indefinite period of time.

“With the inevitable

change in temperature, we have had a call for blankets (single bed size), beanies, gloves, socks and scarves for the homeless, and people living in their cars in and around Newcastle.

“Unfortunately, the numbers have risen and stocks are low, so all help will be very appreciated.”

Donations can be left at 6 Settlers Way, Tea Gardens.

“A wonderful gentleman takes them down to Newcastle and delivers

them to an informal network of places where those who need the items the most know they can receive such relief,” Janet said.

Far from attempting to solve the housing affordability situation, charities like the Red Cross, Salvation Army and Lifeline are merely trying to make life a bit more liveable for those trapped in the most unenviable situation, or teetering on the brink.

Sefton masters state and nationals championships

By Thomas O’KEEFE

MYALL Masters swimmers have excelled once again on both the state and national level.

Christine Sefton and Chris Lock competed at the NSW State Long Course Championships at Sydney Olympic Park from 11-12 April.

A total of 388 swimmers from across the state competed, surpassing the 2006 attendance record of 383.

Both Myall Masters

By Shayne REYNOLDS

LAST Saturday we played the Myall Plumbing Service round 3 of our 2026 draw, proudly attended by Graeme and Jan Webb, their daughter Courtney and partner Angus along with Graemes’ mum Carol. The day also included the launch of our new game

swimmers entered five individual events each over the weekend, with Christine taking home four gold medals and numerous personal best times.

Christine competed in the 200m Freestyle, 100m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle, 200m Breaststroke and 50m Breaststroke.

After her Sunday morning 200m Breaststroke, in which she won yet another gold medal, Christine declared, “I was exhausted… legs, arms, lungs burning!”

Christine’s achievements

day shirts showing TGSC commissioned artwork by local Gummipingal Worimi artist Courtney Webb with her proud family sharing the experience. We are excited to soon be able to display Courtneys’ artwork proudly in the canteen for our whole club community to enjoy. The showers stopped well before kick-off, allowing the sun to burn off the fog that closed in earlier that

granted her entry to the 50th Masters Nationals, held at the Brisbane Aquatic Centre from 28 April to 2 May, where she was the only Myall Masters swimmer to enter the pool competitively.

“Among many standout performances in Brisbane, Christine Sefton, a Past President of Tea Gardensbased Myall Masters Swimming, delivered an exceptional campaign in the Women’s 55–59 age group,” Chris Lock told NOTA.

“Christine competed against a strong field of

more than 24 swimmers from across Australia and overseas, excelling in several events.

“Christine’s favoured stroke, breaststroke, proved a particular strength, with personal best performances this year in the 25m, 50m, 100m, and 400m events, and she also recorded a personal best in the 50m freestyle.”

Christine’s medal tally was impressive, including a gold in the 400m Breaststroke, silver in the 100m Breaststroke, and bronzes in the 25m, 50m, and 200m Breaststroke events.

In addition, her sixth place in the 25m freestyle was another personal best, rounding out a remarkable championship performance.

SPORT RESULTS

morning and we all enjoyed perfect bright and warmish conditions.

The Minis grade (5-7yrs) was refereed and mentored by George.

Game 1 end scores were the Reef Sharks 4, Port Jackson Sharks 2.

Players of the match were Cobus Van Der Linden and Gabe Wilson.

10 am saw game 2 with the final score Wobbegong

Run of wins

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finishing just two points ahead of the Raymond Terrace Magpies in a match that came down to the final minutes.

The following week was the Hawks’ first away game, against the Abermain-Weston Hawks.

The two teams shared not only a mascot, but also tries and conversions, until Tea Gardens found the difference to win 1822.

“Team consistency has been an issue in the early rounds,” Hawks representative Neil ‘Cycs’ Reynolds told News Of The Area.

“The core group consisting of Isaac Mitchell, Kurt Lewis, Shannon Thorne and Charlie Graham is progressing.

“Isaac Mitchell has won the ‘players player’ award in consecutive weeks with impressive displays, Kurt Lewis is proving an ‘X-factor’ in this year’s campaign, and Charlie Graham has proven his versatility, playing hooker and in the halves.

“So, finalising a squad will be a selectors' issue, moving forward.”

According to Reynolds, Ryan Saunders has returned with his trademark leading from the front tenacity, while young gun Sam Alchin has stamped his name on the squad with some strong

displays in early games.

Sonny Braddick’s defensive display against Paterson River also impressed.

In the forwards, “80-minute man” Reagan Hunter is proving to be a real asset, while Benny Taylor’s return has also

Sharks 4, Shovel Nose Sharks 8.

Players of the Match awarded to Freya Scott and Leo Landwehr.

Our Midis grade (7-9yrs) game 1 at 9am result was the Mako Sharks 1, Hammerhead Sharks 4.

Game 2 refereed by Todd, the Bulahdelah Bullets 7, Bull Sharks 3.

Harper Hickson-Gimbert, Layla O’Brien and Marley Allen were the proud recipients of the Players of the match awards in this grade.

Junior Grade (9-12yrs) game 1 licked off at 9am sharp. At the full time whistle the Bronze

Whalers 2 Bulahdelah Threshers 4.

Game 2 Tiger Sharks 6 Bulahdelah Bullets 8.

Players award and encouragement awards were given to Tobias Keeble, Thomas Howard, Oliver Ray, Harry Burgess, Inca and Nellie.

The BBQ and canteen were, as always, very popular thanks to volunteers Wink, Mick, Chris and Chrissy for their help in making it all come together on the day with what I would think be a record breaker of a day. Well done and thanks again everyone.

The Walking Football players took to the field

bolstered the team’s work ethic.

In the backs, stalwarts Jimmy Sinclair and Benny Woolard are also setting their sights high in 2026.

There are still players like Anthony and Matty Cameron, Mikey Nanai, Jason Purdon, and Jyson

around 11.15am with a keen roll up getting 10 players on field with a couple of “roving” subs on the side line along with some onlookers. We trialled two halves of 20-minute duration and that format proved enough for everyone with no follow-on session taken up and some puffed players coming off the field happy at the full-time whistle.

All in all, it was a very busy, sunny and successful day for all our players, supporters, volunteers and committee with smiles abounding.

Looking forward to next Saturday 9am, lets do it all again!

Wolfram available for selection.

The Hawks’ next game will be against WaratahMayfield at Myall Park on Saturday 23 May, where the game will acknowledge Anzac Day traditions by being played in special game-day jerseys.

These will be auctioned at the Tea Gardens Hotel after the game. On the same day, the Lady Hawks face off against Gloucester, and all five Myall River Junior teams are set to play in the morning.

160 Cove Boulevard, North Arm Cove

4 bed, 2 bath, 6 car

FOR buyers chasing true waterfront living, the difference is in the water access, and 160 Cove Boulevard delivers it in full.

Set against the breathtaking waterways of Port Stephens, this absolute deep waterfront property offers what so few can: a private jetty designed for large vessels, deep-water frontage free from the usual tidal limitations, and a lifestyle built entirely around effortless access to the bay.

This is the kind of

property where the boat becomes part of everyday life.

Launch out for a morning fish, cruise across the harbour for lunch, or pull straight back into your own private frontage after a day on the water.

Here, the waterfront is not just a view, it is fully usable, highly functional and incredibly rare.

Positioned on a substantial 1,631sqm parcel in the peaceful coastal enclave of North Arm Cove, the beautifully renovated tri-level residence has been carefully designed to maximise its connection to the bay from every angle.

Expansive entertaining decks step toward the water, creating layered outdoor spaces that feel immersed in the landscape.

Wide panoramic views stretch across Port Stephens, while oversized glass and sliding doors constantly pull the outdoors inward.

Inside, the home balances modern coastal refinement with relaxed waterfront practicality.

Engineered timber laminate flooring, stone benchtops, sheer full-length curtains and soft-close cabinetry create a clean, contemporary feel, while the flexible layout allows the property to adapt

effortlessly to family living, weekend escapes or largescale entertaining.

The main level flows seamlessly between the kitchen, dining and living spaces before opening directly onto a covered timber entertaining deck with driftwood-inspired feature ceilings and frameless glass detailing.

Upstairs, a second living zone and elevated deck provide another spectacular vantage point over the bay.

Beyond the home itself, the infrastructure supporting the waterfront lifestyle is equally impressive.

There is substantial

parking for boats, caravans, trailers and jet skis, along with a separate double garage, additional storage shed, landscaped gardens and extensive under-home storage.

According to Tom Woods of River Realty, the property’s greatest strength lies in how effortlessly it blends lifestyle and functionality.

“What gives this home its edge is the flexibility behind the beauty. It works brilliantly for family life, weekend escapes or hosting on a generous scale, all without losing that relaxed waterfront feel.”

Tucked quietly amongst

bushland and waterways, North Arm Cove offers a slower coastal pace while remaining within easy reach of Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest and Newcastle Airport.

But ultimately, it is the jetty, the deep water and the ability to step from home directly into one of Australia’s great boating playgrounds that makes 160 Cove Boulevard such a compelling offering.

Because waterfront homes are common.

Deep waterfront homes with a serious private jetty are not.

Contact Tom Woods of River Realty on 0467 712 883.

Dorin's Drawings

OPINION & LETTERS

On the Couch

By Paul DORIN

Verse of the week

By JASMINDA

DEAR Jasminda,

MY friend is a good listener, but sometimes I forget my train of thought and ask her what I was talking about and she never knows.

Does this seem odd?

Delia H.

By Lynne MILES

Acts 2: 1 - 4a (Abridged) "When the day of Pentecost came, the disciples were all together. Suddenly a sound like a gale force wind came from Heaven and filled the whole house. What seemed like tongues of fire rested on each of them and they were filled with the Holy Spirit, just as Jesus had promised."

The Write Direction

By John BLACKBOURN

Confusing Budget logic

THE Treasurer handed down his Budget with the theme of correcting the intergenerational imbalance on

TBCC Bowling Club Reports

By Kay BERCZELLY

LADIES Bowls Tuesday 12.05.26

On Tuesday 12th May we had 15 ladies, enough for a competition, however, the rain gods had another idea. Our 15 ladies with Carolyn Fredericks acting as our ‘swinger’ played 2 rinks of 2 bowl 4s. After 3 massive rain interruptions, we called it a ‘friendly’ & had a wonderful time with good friends!

Men’s Bowls Gala Day 06.05.26

Today saw 38 bowlers participating in a single entry, random draw format. This format hasn't been done for a while & it was a nice change to mix up some of the men’s teams. Good feedback will probably see us do a few more of these days!

At this point we would like to thank the outstanding effort of the Gent’s Social Craig Macdonald & Les Smith who sat out the morning game to ensure our BBQ lunch was ready when we came off the green! Sterling effort boys, a very dedicated duo who put their hands up all the time! Great Club spirit!

Overall winners today with a total of 30 were Richard Wiles, Garry MacDonald, Dennis Ashbridge & Craig Bengston

Morning winners decided by the lowest winning score were Mark Peters, Rob Young & Ron Green

Afternoon Winners decided by lowest winning margin of 1 were

housing.

He used this excuse to introduce new taxes in order to reduce his government’s borrowing crisis.

The theory is that the older generation invests in housing by adopting legal methods of ownership such as negatively gearing their finance, then collect tax-discounted capital gains on the profit when the asset is sold.

The introduction of increased taxes on negative gearing and capital gains are supposed to greatly reduce the profit margin available to investors, to the point where it is better for them to sell these properties.

If that happens, then first home

Gareth Cuss, Barry Godde & Mark Hair.

Today's Garden Eatery Vouchers was won by Mark Peters.

80 Club winner today Rod Morrison & Graham Reynolds

Mens Bowls Gala Day 13.05.26

Sponsor this week was First National Real Estate, Hawks Nest - who have also ventured into our Major Sponsorship deal

Today saw 40 bowlers & with the weather looking unpredictable they opted to play 18 ends straight through on the grass.

Winners with the highest winning margin of 16 were Glenn Reinhard, Ron Green & Brian Newbery.

Garden Eatery Voucher won by by Graeme Watkins with 80 Club winner being Col Amos

Mixed Bowls Sunday 17.05.26

After a few Sundays of inclement weather, our 23pp gathered today to enjoy our mixed social relaxed Sunday bowls.

Today saw 4 x rinks of 3 bowls triples, and a big thank you to Nikki Peters, who played ‘swinger’ to make this happen.

Our winners today saw Bev Dunn, Dave Ransome & Bob Burns as our Lucky Rink winners.

Grade 5 Open Genders Finals Weekend 16th & 17th May 2026

Our Grade 5 Open Genders Teams consisting of 11 gents & 1 lady, after winning their Section, qualified for the Zone Finals which were held at Rathmines at Club Catalina.

Saturday 16th May saw our 3 teams contest Swansea in the

Dear Delia,

There is a very big difference between pretending to listen and using actively listening skills.

Many people become adept at the former and give a damn fine impression of the latter, when in reality they only hear the occasional word.

It is a skill, and sometimes a

buyers should be the purchasers of those properties from the increased supply caused by investors selling housing.

It sounds possible and allows the government to be seen to be doing something to provide increased supply for the younger generation.

To my way of thinking, this logic is little more than intergenerational spin.

It doesn’t provide more housing, just a possible change of occupiers of the deckchairs.

morning in nothing short of a ‘nail biter’ Cheered on by a courtesy bus of spectators, thank you to Ron Webster for driving our supporters for the 1.5 hour trip from Tea Gardens to Rathmines. We witnessed an amazing game of skilled bowls, with Tea Gardens winning by 1 point !!! Final Masterboard reading after 63 ends Tea Gardens 53 Swansea 52…. What an amazing effort, given that Tea Gardens were down considerably at the half way point.

The afternoon session after lunch saw Tea Gardens take on Waterboard Bowling Club. Previous contests with this club proved a little challenging for our TG Gde 5 people. Today, once again saw the mighty Dolphins

News Of The Area

survival mechanism, when you have friends or family members that frequently unload for hours at a time.

A conversation is a two-way contract, so if you think your friend is a good listener, consider if you are also a good listener, or if you are simply getting things off your chest that may be of no consequence.

There is nothing wrong with working through issues, but if your friend is merely a sounding board, it may be becoming exhausting for them to be constantly listening (or pretending to listen) to the (no doubt riveting, but possibly not) details of your life.

The clear cue that your friend is not listening is that she can never recall what you are talking about. Perhaps she is perimenopausal and can't remember anything.

Or perhaps, while you are unloading about your kids, or your husband, or your dog, she is a million miles away, possibly imagining she is skiing in the swiss alps, or immersed (up to the neck) in a hot tub (a glass of pinot gris in her hand) or maybe she is

Surely the major reason why the younger generation isn’t able to purchase housing is because the price of housing is far too high.

They are unable to save more capital because their cost of living is increasing so rapidly.

In fact, many of those trying to save are actually going backwards with increasing interest rates for borrowings plus the increasing rate of inflation.

One downside is for the renters of these investment properties.

Once investment properties

imagining that she is frolicking in the ocean with Jason Momoa and/ or a seal.

Then, in the midst of these diversions, you interject with 'now I've forgotten my train of thought, what was I talking about?' and her imaginative escape is shattered.

Then she has to take a stab in the dark as to whether you were talking about your son's recent tooth extraction, or your husband's propensity to cut his toenails on the mohair rug, or your desire to paint your walls Hog Bristle because you're sick of Lexicon White.

A friendship is a give-and-take arrangement.

I'd suggest next time you catch up, you ask her what she has been up to.

And then you listen. Really listen. And ask questions to show you're listening.

Unless, of course, she starts talking about home renovations, in which case you have permission to adopt any of the above imaginative escapes or come up with your own.

Carpe

diem, Jasminda.

are sold to new residential owners, where do the renters live?

Demand for housing is still great, with the government continuing to allow new families to enter permanently into Australia at high rates.

The plight of our first home buyers is further diminished by this Budget rather than improved. It doesn’t make rational sense economically and is just spin in order to create the illusion of our political fathers trying to help out the younger generation.

SPORT RESULTS

reign supreme with a victory over Waterboard 69-56.

Sunday morning brought on round 3 of the final series, with Tea Gardens vs Soldiers Point, with once again a win to Tea Gardens, which put them in the final.

Sunday afternoon, which was live streamed by YouTube, saw Tea Gardens take on the highly favoured New Lambton.

After a massive tussle, which saw our Tea Gardens teams trailing most of the day, but showing massive determination & grit, the final scoreboard & winners today of the Zone Finals were New Lambton 71 to 57.

We can only applaud the

talent & expertise of our Grade 5 bowlers, what an amazing effort from you all….THANK YOU !!!!! We are a very proud Bowling Club to support the efforts of these bowlers. I will now name the teams & their reserves who participated in this weekend's final"

Stuart Dorahy, Mark Hair, Jeff Baker, Les Smith

Scott Fitzalen, Denis Ashbridge, Peter Gurney, Colleen Ross

Chris Ross, Anthony Grant, Bruce Murray, Barry Goode

Reserves Craig Bengston, Craig McDonald & Geoff Muggleton

Congratulations to all for an outstanding effort.

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FRIDAY SHETLAND

ABC TV, 8.30pm

It’s freezing cold, claustrophobically small and the whole place knows your business, but even reluctant returnee Ruth Calder (Ashley Jensen, pictured) can’t deny that Shetland is home. Officially a resident of the Scottish isles when this ninth season begins, Calder is thrown into an uncomfortable situation by a double missing person’s case that blurs the line between private and professional lives. Annie (Sarah MacGillivray), the woman who has vanished with her young son, is a friend of Tosh (Alison O’Donnell), and had arranged to speak to her about something important the night before she disappeared.

FRIDAY, May 22

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Sophie Thomson meets a horticulturalist.

8.30 Shetland. (Return, Mlv) Calder and Tosh investigate when a woman goes missing with her nine-year-old son.

9.30 Gruen. (PG, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.

10.05 Urzila. (Mals, R)

10.30 ABC Late News.

10.50 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)

11.35 Love Me. (Mdl, R)

1.10 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

WEDNESDAY

GUY MONTGOMERY’S GUY MONT SPELLING BEE

ABC TV, 8.35pm

Living in the advent of autocorrect and AI, you might wonder who spell these days. Comedians, that’s who. Logie Award-winning host Guy Montgomery won’t let the written word go quietly, enlisting a roster of famous stand-ups, rising stars and bewildered actors to spell homophones, esoteric scientific terms and names of audience members alike. Brimming with zany set-ups and lightningfast improv, it’s one of the truest joys on Australian TV. In Wednesday’s episode, Montgomery and his sidekick Sam Campbell (near left, with Montgomery) find out if Rose Matafeo, David O’Doherty or Tim McDonald can topple the carryover champ.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains. (Premiere) 8.30 China With Ben Fogle. (Premiere) 9.50 Rock Legends. (PGa)

10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 The King. (Mas) 11.40 Babylon Berlin. (MA15+v, R) 1.35 Syndrome E. (Malv, R) 3.35 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

4.10 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.55 BattleBots. 9.40 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.30 Merlin. 11.15 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22)

THURSDAY RICK STEIN’S AUSTRALIA

Whether he’s at home in Cornwall or soaking up

residence, chef Rick Stein (pictured) rarely strays far from the ocean. And with a gift for preparing seafood with such fresh, natural flavour, who could blame him? However, for this tasty travelogue, the Englishman is leaving the coast behind and taking in Australian landscapes further inland. After venturing into the Outback last week, Stein heads to New South Wales’ Riverina region. He’s keen to see how the area’s floodplains have become a food bowl for the entire nation, stopping by an emu farm, the De Bortoli winery and a “perfect” Italian bakery.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

8.00 MOVIE: Ladies In Black. (2018, PGl, R) A young woman learns about life and love while working at a department store in ’50s Sydney. Angourie Rice, Julia Ormond.

10.15 My Reno Rules. (PGl, R) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown.

12.00 Quacks. (MA15+d)

12.45 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R)

5.00 NBC Today.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 12. Canterbury Bulldogs v Melbourne Storm.

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

10.45 MOVIE: Rambo: First Blood Part II. (1985, Mlv, R) A Vietnam War veteran rescues POWs. Sylvester Stallone.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R) 6.00 10 News+. 6.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (PG, R) 7.30

SATURDAY, May 23

6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) 1.30 Shetland. (Mlv, R) 2.30 Mozart’s Sister. 4.15 Shaun Micallef’s Going For Broke. (PG, R) 5.00 Australian Story. (R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R) Kim goes into labour.

6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

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

7.30 Death In Paradise. (PG)

A distillery owner is poisoned.

8.30 Silent Witness. (M) When a mysterious contagion spreads on a flight, Dr Nikki Alexander must contain a deadly illness.

10.15 Bergerac. (Mal, R) Bergerac’s pursuit of Monica has severe consequences.

11.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Continuous music programming.

ABC

SUNDAY, May 24

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. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 The Assembly. (PGa, R) 3.15 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. (PG, R) 4.00 Restoration Aust. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Assembly: Jessica Mauboy. Autistic students interview Jessica Mauboy.

8.15 Bad Company. (M) Staff are trapped when new smart locks malfunction.

8.45 Bergerac. (Mlv) Bergerac’s career is on the line as the case gets personal.

9.30 Death In Paradise. (PG, R) A distillery owner is poisoned.

10.30 Silent Witness. (M, R)

12.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)

4.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R)

4.30 Poh’s Kitchen. (R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.00 Hot Roads: World’s Most Dangerous Roads. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Going Places. (PGal, R) 3.00 Stories From The Cities. (PG) 3.30 Cleopatra: Mystery Of The Mummified Hand. (PGa, R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 5.30 The Battle Of Crete. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean. (PGaw)

8.20 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland. (R)

9.20 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar. (Mal, R)

10.15 The Wonders Of Europe. (PGav, R) 11.15 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R)

1.55 Matched. (PG, R)

2.45 Off The Beaten Track With Kate Humble. (PG, R)

3.55 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Sporting Chance Cancer Foundation Raceday, Sandown Saturday and Doomben Cup Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.00 Ooops! I Bought A Pub. (PG)

8.30 MOVIE: Armageddon. (1998, Mv, R)

A veteran oil driller and his team must save humanity after an asteroid is discovered on a collision course with Earth. Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Liv Tyler.

11.35 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Madlv, R)

12.35 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Tasmania Super 440. Day 1. Highlights.

1.35 Devils. (MA15+av)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Surfing

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 MOVIE: Star Wars: Episode VI – Return Of The Jedi. (1983, PGv, R) Mark Hamill.

10.10 MOVIE: Stargate. (1994, PGv, R) Kurt Russell. 12.20 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)

1.10 Tasman Trails. (R)

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

9.00 Ambulance Australia. (Ma, R) Follows NSW Ambulance on the longest night of the year, the end of daylight saving, as they deal with a diabetic coma, a rescue from a burning car, a child in anaphylaxis and an explosion in Chinatown.

11.00 Elsbeth. (PGv, R) Elsbeth investigates a wealth therapist after a billionaire’s son dies in a motorcycle crash.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.30pm The Smeds And The Smoos. 3.55 Odd Squad. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Octonauts And The Great Barrier Reef. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. (Return) 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.25 Abbott Elementary. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.25 Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge. 3.45 We’re Going On A Bear Hunt. 4.30 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 5.30 Super Monsters. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Emerald. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.30 The Inbestigators. 7.45 Caper Crew. 8.05 Secrets At Red Rocks. 8.30 Animal Park. 10.00 Secrets Of The Zoo. 10.45 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.

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PBS News. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 7.00 The Mega-Brands That Built The World. 7.50 Abandoned Americana. 8.45 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 14. 1.35am NHK World

6am Mr. Holmes.

Continued. (2015, PG) 7.10 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 9.00 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 11.00 Banel & Adama. (2023, M, French) 12.40pm The First Day Of My Life. (2023, M, Italian) 2.55 The Man Who Knew Infinity. (2015, PG) 4.55 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 6.55 The Shooting. (1966, PG) 8.30 No Country For Old Men. (2007, MA15+) 10.45 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PGa, R) 11.00 Hot Roads: World’s Most Dangerous Roads. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. ProMX C’ship. 4.00 Going Places. (R) 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 5.30 The Battle Of Crete.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Shut Your Big Fat Mouth John Safran! (Ma)

8.45 Cannes Uncut. (Maln, R)

10.15 Osher Günsberg: A World Of Pain. (Mads, R)

11.25 The Rise And Fall Of Boris Becker. (Mals, R)

1.15 Matched. (PG, R)

3.00 The Sculpture. (PGav, R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

4.55 Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 Euronews.

5.30 PBS News Horizons.

Engineering. 8.20 The UnXplained With William Shatner. (Return) 9.05 Travel Man. 9.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 15. 1.35am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al

6am The Ideal Palace. Continued. (2018, PG, French) 7.20 The Shooting. (1966, PG) 8.55 Mr. Holmes. (2015, PG) 10.50 Up In The Air. (2009, M) 12.50pm Harold And Maude. (1971, M) 2.30 The Secret Garden. (2020, PG) 4.20 Mr Blake At Your Service! (2023, PG, French) 6.20 The Snows Of Kilimanjaro. (1952, PG) 8.30 The Last Castle. (2001, M) 10.55 Late Programs.

Bulahdelah Golf Club Report

By Thora-Lou SMITH

JUST 4 ladies braved the uncertain weather on Wednesday 13th May for the 4th NSW Medal Round and the winner was Meredyth Rae with 74nett from Lou Smith with 77nett. No NTPs

or jackpot. No golf for the Vets on Thursday 14th May – too wet.

Saturday 16th May was the Men's Foursomes Championships and this year's A grade champions are Toby Carroll & Marty Bramble with 122gr from Nigel Malone & Max Schlenert with 225gr. A grade nett winners were

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12.25pm

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 12.30 Football. AFL. GWS Giants v Brisbane. 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGls) 8.00 7NEWS Spotlight.

9.00 The Real Adolescence: Our Killer Kids. (MA15+av)

10.30 24 Hours In Police Custody. (Mad, R)

11.40 Autopsy USA. (Ma, R)

12.40 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 5. Tasmania Super 440. Day 2. Highlights.

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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6.00 NBN News.

7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

8.00 The Michael Jackson Story: Fame. (Premiere, Mas) Follows Michael Jackson’s rise to fame. 10.00 9News Late.

10.30 The First 48. (Mav, R) 11.25 American Ripper: Black Heart, White City. (Mav) 12.15 Oz Off Road TV. (PGl, R) 1.05 Let’s Eat With George. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)

5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

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v Burnley. 2.25 Snackmasters. 3.40 MOVIE: Waiting For The Light. (1990, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: Uptown Girls. (2003, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb. (2014, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: My Super Ex-Girlfriend. (2006, M) 11.30 Late Programs. 6am Beyblade X. 6.30 Hop. 7.00 Lego Dreamzzz. 8.00 LEGO Masters: Grand Masters. 9.40 Australian Ninja Warrior. 11.35 Seinfeld. 12.35pm Soccer. English Premier League. Bournemouth v Manchester City. 2.35 The Summit. 5.30 MOVIE: Getting Even With Dad. (1994, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Speed 2: Cruise Control. (1997, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991, PG) 11.55 Gotham. 12.50am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Life Off Road. Noon Aussie Adventure Bike Show. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Garage 41. 2.00

Daryl Harvey & Kevin Martin with 111.25nett from Geoff Matheson & Wayne Thomson with 112nett. B grade champions are Ryan McSweeny & Joel Slack with 147gr from Al Jobson & Darren Carrall after a 4 hole, very exciting sudden death playoff! B grade nett winners were Rodney King & Charlie Matheson

with 114nett from Garry Willadsen & Jeff Crockett with 116.5nett. NTPs were Wayne Pollard, Ryan McSweeny and Charlie Matheson. Long drivers were Michael Styles, Stewart McNaughton and Glenn Grainger. A Medley Stableford was also played on Saturday and the winner with 37pts was Murray

6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Amateur cooks take to the kitchen. 8.15 Race Across The World. (Ml) After the tranquillity of the islands of Koh Phi Phi, the teams face a giant leap into the unknown. 9.30 Taskmaster Australia. (Ms, R) Contestants Anisa Nandaula, Brett Blake, Celia Pacquola, Joel Creasey and Rove McManus attempt the most elegant shoey.

SPORT RESULTS

Sharp from Barbie Gordon with 32pts.

The Mixed Foursomes Championship was played on Sunday 17th May, and while the sun shone, the course was very heavy going for the 8 pairs who contested the event. The champions this year are

Barbie Gordon & Geoff Harvey with 128gr, 6 shots ahead of their nearest rivals. The nett winners were Meg South and Rod Norberry with 108.25nett. A great weekend of golf; congratulations to all the winners and to the losers, there's always next year.

MONDAY, May 25

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6am Children’s Programs. 4.40pm Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.35 Chopped Junior. 10.15 Kids Baking Championship. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)

8.40 Ancient Greece By Train. (R)

9.35 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M)

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Sambre: Anatomy Of A Crime. (Mav)

12.05 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R)

3.00 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. (R)

4.10 My Unique B&B. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

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6am The Snows Of Kilimanjaro. Continued. (1952, PG) 7.55 Master Cheng: A Spice For Life. (2019, PG) 10.00 The Last Castle. (2001, M) 12.20pm The Fence. (2022, M) 2.00 The Ideal Palace. (2018, PG, French) 4.00 The Shooting. (1966, PG) 5.35 The

TUESDAY, May 26

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGal)

7.30 Glenn And Mick’s Celebrity Intervention. (Ml)

8.40 9-1-1. (M) Buck is faced with his past. 9.40 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) 10.40 The Agenda Setters. 11.40 Happy’s Place. (PGal)

12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

1.10 The Outdoor Room With Jamie Durie. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

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6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG)

8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 Living Black. (R)

11.05 The Negotiator. (Ma)

12.00 World On Fire. (Malv, R)

3.15 Finding Your Roots. (PGa, R)

4.15 My Unique B&B. (R)

4.50 Japan Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Reno Rules. (PG) Hosted by Dr Chris Brown.

9.15 Doc. (Ma) While navigating the fallout from Katie’s secret, Amy treats a critically-ill patient with a dark one of her own.

10.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) Insights and experiences that highlight living well. 11.15 The Agenda Setters.

12.15 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R) 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

NBC Today.

Sunrise Early News.

Sunrise. 6.00 NBN News.

A Current Affair.

The Michael Jackson Story. (Final, Mas)

100% Footy. (Mal) 10.30 9News Late.

11.00 Outback Opal Hunters. (PGl)

12.00 Footy Classified. (Ml) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)

Today.

NBN News.

A Current Affair.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Seinfeld.

6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Savage Builds. 9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.50 BattleBots. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.

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Jeopardy! 7.50 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.45 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 9.35 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 16. 1.35am NHK World English News. 5.00 Al

Hawks Nest Bridge Club

By Diane RUSSELL

RESULTS week ending 15th

May. Monday: N/S 1. L & G Conroy, 2. G Smith & L Wood, 3. B Treharne & S Matheson. E/W 1. E Digby

The Snows Of Kilimanjaro. (1952, PG) 5.40 Alick & Albert. (2021, PG) 7.30 The New Boy. (2023, M) 9.40 Samson And Delilah. (2009, M) 11.35 Late Programs.

& D Hipkins, 2. S Chopping & C Low, 3. D Ahmling & S Robinson.

Tuesday: N/S 1. D Dummett & P Lau, 2. A & J Macintosh, 3. H Blackbourn & E Buckpitt. E/W 1. S Fuller & S Chopping, 2. J Fowler & D Russell, 3. G Muggleton & C Low.

Wednesday: N/S 1. P Baily & J Gray, 2. A Ryan & E White, 3. B Treharne & S Matheson.

E/W

1. E Digby & D Hipkins, 2. S Chopping & C Low, 3. D Ahmling & S Robinson. Friday: N/S. 1. G Smith & L Wood, 2. L & G Conroy, 3. J Whalan & C Richards.

E/W 1. E Digby & C Bywater, 2. D Hipkins & B Eyre, 3. B Treharne & S Matheson.

Hawks Nest Vets By Len GOUGH

12/5/2026. HN VETS RND.1 Stroke

SPORT RESULTS

WEDNESDAY, May 27

Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Alexander Armstrong In India. (Final, PGan)

8.25 The Trial Of Michael Jackson. (M)

9.25 The Audacity. (MA15+l)

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Rise Of The Raven. (Mv) 11.55 Golden Boy. (Mlns, R) 1.40 Classified. (MA15+v, R)

3.20 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)

4.20 My Unique B&B. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

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

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6am Children’s Programs. 4.05pm Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.50 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 11.00 Late Programs.

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THURSDAY,

May 28

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm The Makery. 3.00 Play School. 4.05 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.40 Ariel. 5.30 Talking Tom Heroes. 6.05 Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.40 Ultimate Vets. 9.05 Animal Park. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20

6.00 Mastermind Australia.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Rick Stein’s Australia. (PG)

8.40 Titanic: Our Secret History. (PGa, R)

9.35 A Gentleman In Moscow. (Ma)

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 Under The Bridge. (MA15+l)

11.55 De Gaulle. (Ma, R)

2.50 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)

3.50 My Unique B&B. (R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

4.55 Destination Flavour Scandinavia Bitesize. (R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 SAS: AUS v ENG. (Malv) Recruits tackle an extraction task.

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL. 9.30 Unfiltered. (M) Hosted by  Hamish McLachlan.

10.00 The Agenda Setters.

11.00 Australia: Now And Then. (Mal, R) 12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)

1.00 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 Rugby League. NRL State of Origin. Game 1. New South Wales v Queensland. 10.00 State Of Origin Post-Match. A post-match wrap-up of Game 1. 11.00 NRL Origin Stories. (PGl, R) Looks at the history of the NRL Origin series.

12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.05 Explore TV Viking. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Surfing Australia TV. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

Hawks Nest Social Club Thursday Night Darts

By John EDWARDS

14th MAY. Winners going through undefeated: Christine McKenzie and Barry Jones.

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

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SBS MOVIES (32)

6am Master Cheng: A Spice For Life. Continued. (2019, PG) 7.45 The Movie Show. 8.20 Alick & Albert. (2021, PG) 10.10 We Don’t Need A Map. (2017, M) 11.50 The New Boy. (2023, M) 2pm Madison. (2020, PG, German) 3.35 Discovering Film. 4.25 The Darkside. (2013, PG) 6.10 Another Country. (2015, PG) 7.35 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu) 9.10 Spear. (2015, M) 10.40 Late Programs. 6am The Movie Show. 6.35 Madison. (2020, PG, German) 8.15 Another Country. (2015, PG) 9.40 Discovering Film. 10.30 Ten Canoes. (2006, M, Ganalbingu) 12.05pm Samson And Delilah. (2009, M) 2.00 The Most Beautiful Day In The World. (2019, PG, Italian) 4.00 The Crow’s Egg. (2014, PG, Tamil) 5.40 Kindred. 7.30 The Thicket. (2024, M) 9.30 The Sweeney. (2012, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs.

Runners up: Sharon Carter and Geoff Smith.

Ladies highest score: Christine McKenzie-94. Men’s highest score: Dylan Smith -140.

Darts starts at 7pm. Every one is welcome to play.

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6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Highway Patrol Special. (PGl, R) Takes a look at some blatant busts.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. Hosted by Ant and Dec.

10.30 Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack. (Malv) 11.30 To Be Advised.

12.30 Brave New World. (Premiere, MA15+asv)

1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

SPORT RESULTS

By Thomas O'KEEFE

THE Tea Gardens Hawks men are celebrating three consecutive wins so far this season, with the biggest victory on Sunday 17 May against Paterson River.

The Round 4 match was a convincing victory for the Hawks, with the final score 16-44.

They scored a whopping nine tries, with four converted cleanly for those vital extra points.

On Sunday 18 April, the Hawks won a cracker home game at Myall Park -

Burnie,