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Treasurer Terry Munright led the ceremonial schedule.
Speeches and prayers were heard from the RSL sub-Branch’s new ‘padre’, Rev. Phil Warner, whose grandfather was in Palestine in WWI and his father fought in WWII.
Hymns were led by the Myall Melodians, as were the national anthems of New Zealand and Australia, while Tea Gardens Red Cross members handed out home-baked Anzac biscuits.
A particularly glorious moment occurred just after the traditional Ode of Remembrance and one minute’s silence.
As the flag was lowered and raised for general salute, the sun rose above the eastern horizon to illuminate the clouds like flames during The Last Post, played live by bugler Bill Pool.
The Dawn Service was followed by a gunfire breakfast at the Tea Gardens Country Club, cooked by Pindimar-Tea Gardens RFS volunteers.
Special guest speaker and Vietnam veteran Peter Gurney spoke movingly of the meaning of Anzac Day.
“I speak for those who served, for those
who returned bearing scars, and for those who did not return at all,” Mr Gurney said.
“We gather to remember the ANZAC spirit that shaped our nation and to honour the service that has followed in its name.
“It is not about glory, it is about ordinary people standing together in extraordinary circumstances, keeping faith with the person beside them.
“Since the early campaigns in WWI, Australians have served in WWII, Korea, Malaya, Borneo, Vietnam – where I served –and in East Timor, the Gulf, Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere.
“Be not proud in arrogance but in responsibility – proud of our freedoms, our mateship, and proud of a nation worth protecting.
“Teach our children to love this country, to learn its history, to correct its wrongs and to carry forward its best qualities.
“Among those who march today are those who carry the mate they lost in their hearts and those who carry scars that never fully heal.
“Their presence is a living testament to sacrifice and to the bonds that hold us together.
“Let us be proud Australians, whether
by birth or by choice, and let us teach our children why this country is worth defending and worth improving.
“The price of liberty is eternal vigilance… Lest We Forget."
Later in the morning, local service and community groups and schools assembled along Marine Drive, ready to march to Anzac Park for the 11am ceremony.
RSL sub-Branch veterans and descendants led the way, followed by representatives from emergency services, the Surf Club, Red Cross, Lions, Tea Gardens Public School, preschool, Tea Gardens Hawks and the Myall River Junior Hawks.
The ceremony was honoured by a Catafalque Party supplied by 26 Squadron RAAF, based at Williamtown.
Although there was no local flyover for Tea Gardens this year, a RAAF jet could be heard roaring around in the distance, circling other ceremonies across the region.
Wreaths of remembrance were laid by community groups and individuals, lining the walls of the memorial.
Afterwards many attended the Tea Gardens Country Club for a lunch cooked by members of the venue’s Ladies Bowling Club.
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long history has been preserved and researched by the Stroud and District Historical Society, members of which hosted a special meeting at the Stroud Country Club on Wednesday 22 April.
A range of bicentenary celebrations are planned between Friday 20 and Sunday 29 November 2026.
“We are building the schedule to be a journey over the 10 days in November, starting with an opening ceremony that tells the story of Australian Agricultural Company Chief Agent Robert Dawson and his party traveling up the Karuah River from Tahlee, to find better land for the company’s activities,” explained Stroud
local Veronica Frost.
“Dawson apparently had 13 children, so some of his many descendants will be tracked down and invited.”
The schedule includes heritage walks, historical plays, tours, bush dances, films, monastery open days, late night shopping, a history-themed trivia night, a poetry and open mic night, and more.
One of the hallmark events will be a new historical play, “Stroud 1826”, based on the journey of Dawson and his group to find the beautiful Stroud valley.
“Young people especially should see this,” said Anne Frost from the organising team.
“I’ve learned so much in researching for this play, and
young people should know that Stroud has an important place in our country’s history.”
Another highlight is the planned Art Trail.
“The Art Trail will be
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a very special piece of art itself, over several different locations, and the whole event is meant to be a culmination of all the things Stroud means to us,” added Veronica.
Local clubs and schools are already involved, with community members of all ages encouraged to take part.
“This is Stroud’s event,” said Eamonn Donohoe from the Historical Society.
“We are hoping everyone will get involved, as this will only succeed if we get the community behind it.”
One significant event will be the honouring of a historic Indigenous person from the local area.
“One group of locals has been hard at work locating a
historical Indigenous figure who was buried somewhere in St John’s Anglican Church graveyard, his exact location lost due to prevailing prejudices of the time,” Anne Frost said.
A debutante ball has also been planned, to be run by St John’s Anglican Church.
Seven debutantes have already been found, with organisers looking for more.
More than 40 locals attended the first planning gathering at the Stroud Country Club, highlighting the level of community interest.
The Society has already applied for several grants at local, state and federal levels, and will be working out ways to rally sponsors, including
‘in kind’ deals with regional media companies and local businesses.
There is even a rumour that a local distillery may be producing a limited edition product for the occasion.
The Society acknowledges that accommodation will be a significant hurdle during the late-November event, and is asking locals to consider billeting or opening their properties to campers, as well as running buses out to accommodation closer to the Pacific highway or nearby townships.
More information can be found at the Stroud 200 website: https:// stroudhistoricalsociety.com/ stroud-200/.
ON the 111th anniversary of the ANZAC landings at Gallipoli, the Karuah Memorial Park was covered by a light fog before sunrise as the Karuah RSL subBranch welcomed more than 350 community members to a traditional Dawn Service.
“[We] thank them (community members) for their attendance and their ANZAC spirit as they paid their respects to the fallen and to the servicemen and women who sacrificed so much for our community,” said sub-Branch member Robert (Flash) Whiteman.
Prayers to the King, nation and the fallen were delivered by sub-Branch members, with moments of poignant silence only broken by birds singing their appreciation for
remembrance.
Port Stephens Deputy Mayor Chris Doohan addressed the Dawn Service, thanking both former and current members of the Australian Defence Force for their service.
Following the Dawn Service the community attended a traditional Anzac Day breakfast in the Karuah RSL Club.
At 9am the community gathered again for an Anzac Day march led by Rural Fire Service and ex-military vehicles.
Current and exservice personnel, local school students, sporting groups and members of the community followed national and service flags held aloft in guardianship by
the Port Stephens Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club, members of the Karuah sub-Branch.
The march concluded in front of the RSL Club, where over 300 people gathered to commemorate the contributions of the community and local families in times of war and service.
An Acknowledgement of Country was delivered by students from Karuah Public School, before RSL Club vice president Lukas Woolley delivered an emotional address about his time in the military.
“He spoke from when he joined as a 17-year-old, his experiences deployed overseas, and his return as a man who had seen and
experienced so much but thanked his community for their support upon his return,” Mr Whiteman told NOTA.
“After the Families and
Community Service, all again were invited to the RSL Club for lunch and reflection among good friends.
“The community showed great support for the
commitments of the past and for the continued work of our current serving men and women of the Australian Defence Force.
“Lest we forget.”
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By Thomas O’KEEFE
A SUCCESSFUL 21st summer of swimming for the Myall Masters concluded with their annual Presentation Night, held at Tillermans restaurant on Monday 20 April.
Forty-eight members and guests gathered to celebrate several big awards.
The night commenced with Club President Adrian Reynolds welcoming all and acknowledging the outgoing committee on their hard work and dedication.
He also introduced the incoming committee, which includes four new members.
Head Coach Sharon Taylor presented Leon Bobako with the Swimmer Achievement Award.
“This year we are celebrating an outstanding competitive achiever of significant or competitive feats,” she said.
“Leon’s drive and commitment is next-level and truly inspirational to us all.
“At the beginning of the season he won an amazing nine gold medals at the 20th Australian Masters Games, and also managed to gather maximum points at our own carnival.
“Leon is consistently generous in sharing his learning and experience, in
encouraging and leading the whole club along with him on the swimming journey.”
The Swimmer of the Year Award was presented by coach and outgoing committee member Chris Dunning to David Olsen.
“This award is achieved by a swimmer who participated regularly and enthusiastically in training sessions, demonstrates a positive attitude and commitment within the club and has shown major improvement in their swimming technique, fitness and racing skills,” Chris said.
“All coaches were unanimous that Dave fulfilled
all these requirements admirably. He is considerate and encouraging to fellow swimmers, always greets you with a smile and is always appreciative of advice given by coaches in regards to improving skills and technique.
“He was rewarded by faster times from the previous year in freestyle and breaststroke at the Myall Masters Carnival.
“Dave’s major achievement was perfecting his racing starts off the blocks and his flying starts were executed with confidence in all his races at our Carnival.”
Vice President Linda
Stubbs announced Steve Rees as “Club Member of the Year”.
To gain this prestigious award, the awardee must have participated in the club for at least five years, contributed valuable service, inspired and encouraged participation by members and demonstrated behaviour and values of leadership in the club, including contributing to coaching, social events, support activities, officials and administration.
“It is not easy to achieve all of these criteria but all of this has been done with grace by Steve who has quietly worked hard in the background,” Linda said.
“Steve has always encouraged members to try harder and do better, as a very calm and thoughtful sounding board whose responses to arising challenges are always measured and fair.”
Special mention was made by Club President Adrian Reynolds of member Christine Sefton, who recently returned from the NSW State Long Course Championships with four gold medals, including two personal bests.
The presentations were followed by a Tillermans specialty dessert accompanied with fine wines and friendly conversation and company, with the Masters thanking restaurant owners Kerry and Peter Hodges for their efforts.
Life Member Kerry Patterson, in her role as Social Secretary and MC for the evening, did an outstanding job keeping the proceedings light hearted and running smoothly with her welcoming presence and easy manner.
THE Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association (HNTGPA) has announced a new initiative set to transform part of the Myall Plaza shopping complex.
According to the HNTGPA, the project is being spearheaded by a “respected local property owner, whose support and commitment to community improvement have helped bring the idea to life”.
Work on the project officially commenced on 22 April, with the initial stage involving the treatment and poisoning of weeds and overgrowth in the area.
This stage is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete.
Once the site is cleared and prepared, the
next stages of the project will include:
- Installation of a new native garden, with plants to be sourced locally from Woody’s Nursery.
- Laying of weed matting to reduce future maintenance.
- Repainting and revitalisation of the pedestrian area.
- Improvements to the public toilet facilities.
- Installation of a small community library, stocked with free books for locals and visitors to enjoy.
The Progress Association says the project has already gained strong backing from volunteers and community members.
President Sandra Bourke said the project was another important step in the Association’s ongoing efforts to improve the town.
“This is another community-driven project we are delivering to improve our local town,” Ms Bourke said.
“We are excited about this initiative, and I sincerely thank all of the volunteers and the sponsor who have made this possible.
“Without their support and hard work, projects like this simply wouldn’t happen.”
Once complete, the revitalised area is expected to deliver benefits to the community, including improved amenity, appearance and cleanliness, while further enhancing the welcoming character of the town.
The Progress Association says it remains committed to delivering more practical, community-driven improvements and looks forward to sharing updates as works progress.
Residents are encouraged to follow the Progress Association’s social media channels for further announcements.
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FIRE and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) will be throwing its doors open to the public again next month with important safety advice for adults and fun opportunities for the kids.
Tea Gardens Fire and Rescue Station will be open from 10am to 2pm on Saturday 9 May, showcasing its fire trucks, equipment and highly-trained firefighters.
There will be a range of free activities on offer including firefighting demonstrations, station tours and safety presentations.
Firefighters will be on hand to answer questions about home fire safety, smoke alarms and the risks relating to lithium-ion batteries.
FRNSW Station Officer James Wisemantel said the Open Day is a terrific opportunity for firefighters to interact with the community they serve.
“Come along for an exciting day out, get a close up look at our fire trucks, learn how we operate and ask us about safety advice or even how to join,” he said.
“We are happy to provide advice about how to make your home safe from fire and how to prevent a lithium-ion battery from overheating.
“Lithium-ion batteries aren’t just found in e-bikes, they’re used to power almost everything portable from an electric toothbrush to a stick vacuum cleaner.
“We can discuss the best safeguards to avoid a kitchen fire or help you create a home fire escape plan.”
Visitors to the Open Day can also book in a free safety visit from FRNSW staff.
INDIGENOUS community members are invited to nominate for MidCoast Council’s Aboriginal Reference Group.
The reference group provides an opportunity for an Aboriginal voice to guide Council on strategic decisions that affect the Aboriginal community.
“The key focus of this group is to improve outcomes for Aboriginal people in the MidCoast region,” Council’s Manager of Libraries, Community and Cultural Services, Alex Mills
THE Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has provided $3.25 million to MGA Thermal in Tomago for up to five front-end engineering design studies to help commercialise its thermal energy storage technology and support industrial electrification.
MGA Thermal’s technology stores renewable energy as heat, which can then be used on demand for industrial processes, aimed at helping businesses cut emissions while improving reliability and reducing exposure to fossil fuel price volatility.
The studies will help progress five commercial opportunities with industrial customers by producing detailed technical designs, cost estimates, delivery schedules, risk assessments and commercial strategies, bringing projects closer to investment and deployment.
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen said the Federal Government was backing practical technology that helps industry decarbonise and stay strong for the future.
“Reducing emissions is
not just an environmental necessity, it is an economic opportunity, and Australian industry should be at the front of it.
“We are backing Australian innovation to help factories and industrial businesses cut emissions, improve energy resilience and stay competitive in a changing global economy.
“Technologies like thermal energy storage can help deliver cleaner, more reliable industrial heat, and that matters for jobs, productivity and Australia’s Future Made in Australia.”
Federal Member for
Paterson Meryl Swanson said the funding backed local innovation with national potential.
“This is exactly the sort of Australian knowhow we should be backing, technology developed here that can help cut emissions and create economic opportunity.
“Supporting innovation like this means supporting good local jobs for the Hunter, stronger local industry and giving Australian businesses the tools they need to succeed in the clean energy transition.”
said.
“Members will consult with community and provide feedback to the community on the group's meeting outcomes.
“The reference group will also provide Council with advice and direction on cultural and language protocols.”
The committee includes Councillors, representatives of the Local Aboriginal Land Councils and the four Aboriginal working parties from Gloucester, Great Lakes, Taree and Tea
Gardens/Hawks Nest. Council is seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal community members with a focus on Elders, Traditional Owners, Aboriginal young people aged 18-plus and Gathang knowledge holders from across the MidCoast Council area.
The Aboriginal Reference Group meets four times a year.
To find out more or to nominate visit www. midcoast.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal-Reference-Group
By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE
IT is that time of year for the mature mullet to leave the peacefulness of the NSW estuary systems and swim out into the open ocean with all its dangers – including fishermen.
Anytime now, unless it has already happened, huge schools of sea mullet will pour out of the Swansea Channel and the Hunter River and head north in their annual spawning and breeding cycle.
Quite an amazing display of nature that I have been witnessing for a lifetime.
Growing up in Tweed Heads, it was always a special time when the black, leaping schools would move along the beaches and the fishermen would sit in their trucks parked high up on Point Danger in the ready to cast their nets on Greenmount and Kirra beaches.
Recent reports are that the mullet have gathered in the southern corner of Stockton Beach and will soon head onto One Mile, Boat Harbour and Fingal Bay beaches.
For many years visitors were more than surprised
to witness the “mullet run” and the number of fish that were caught. This led them to believe that the mullet could not survive such harvesting and that it would not be long before the species would be in serious decline and maybe extinction.
Only in recent years has the informed public realised that the netting of mullet is a sustainable practice with schools reaching record numbers.
It is the female mullet, which carry the roe (eggs) that are highly prized.
Easily recognised, the much larger female is separated from the males before being processed as far away as Chinderah on the Far North Coast.
The male fish (buck mullet) is widely used for lobster bait after it is sun dried and salted.
Unjustly, mullet have earnt a bad reputation mainly due to the muddy taste of estuary mullet.
It is a whole different story when the mullet enter the sea where it is purged and cleansed resulting in an excellent table fish.
Give it a try this season - you will be pleasantly surprised.
A NEW multi-agency taskforce has been launched to accelerate hazard reduction and better protect communities across NSW.
Launched by the NSW Government, Taskforce Fire Guard will bring together fire agencies and land managers to strengthen coordination and prioritise high risk areas over the coming months.
Operating from the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) State Operations Centre, the taskforce will use predictive
services and weather intelligence to support agencies to target efforts where they are needed most.
Participating agencies include the Rural Fire Service, Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, Forestry Corporation of NSW, Crown Lands and Transport for NSW.
The centralised body will support existing local arrangements by coordinating resources and using technology to plan and
deliver hazard reduction more efficiently across the state.
Fire and Rescue NSW’s Acting Commissioner, Mick Morris said, “Taskforce Fire Guard is about strengthening how agencies work together to deliver hazard reduction burns where it will make the greatest difference to community safety.
"It does not replace existing planning or command arrangements, rather it supports them by improving coordination, situational awareness and access to specialist capability, enabling agencies
to take advantage of the narrow windows available when conditions are right.”
Current conditions have created a valuable window for hazard reduction activity with burns underway across multiple regions.
These activities are reducing fuel loads, helping to lower fire intensity and better protect communities ahead of future fire seasons.
There may be periods when communities experience smoke and residents are encouraged to download the Hazards Near Me app, follow health advice and take care while driving.
RFS Commissioner Trent Curtin said, “Hazard reduction is one of the most effective ways to reduce bushfire risk, and we will take advantage of favourable conditions wherever possible to safely carry out this work across multiple regions.
“While people may see or smell smoke, these burns are carefully planned and closely monitored to ensure community safety.”
Since 1 July 2025, agencies have treated 45,000 hectares across NSW, helping to protect more than 127,000 properties through
q The centralised body will support existing local arrangements by coordinating resources and using technology to plan and deliver hazard reduction more efficiently across the state. Photo: NSW Government.
a targeted focus.
A list and map of planned burns can be found on the RFS website at www.rfs.nsw. gov.au/hr or download the Hazards Near Me app for information on upcoming hazard reduction burns in your ‘Watch Zone’.
People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke are advised to activate their health management plan and seek medical advice if necessary.
Health information is available on the NSW Health website and the National Asthma Council website.
FIVE animal rehoming organisations across the Hunter are sharing in more than $150,000 in funding, delivered as part of the first round of the NSW Government’s $6 million Companion Animal Welfare and Rehoming Grants program.
This funding will support projects like the construction of a new cattery, and subsidising desexing, microchipping and vaccination.
Successful grant recipients in the Hunter include:
• Hunter Valley Animal Facility & Rehoming Centre at Neath - $46,440
• Central Coast Animal Care Facility T/As Maitland Animal Rehoming Centre - $32,940
• Blackroo Community Indigenous Corporation - $29,700
• The Stay Foundation$24,300
• Hunter Valley Cat Haven -
$18,900
Hunter Valley Animal Facility and Rehoming Centre President Peta Smith said, “This funding is an immense help.
“It’s a lifeline that means we can now build a cattery on our property to house more than 20 cats at a time, helping to keep these precious animals off the street and away from harm.
“We’re all volunteers, so we rely on funding to help us meet the growing demand for animal rescue in the Hunter.
“This grant will also help us upgrade our power supply, ensuring our cats and kittens have a comfortable and secure environment year-round.”
Blackroo Community Indigenous Corporation Chairman Steven Fordham said, “We have many Aboriginal families across
Muswellbrook and the Upper Hunter who love their pets unconditionally.
“But for some families, the cost of important preventative veterinary care, such as desexing, can be a real barrier.
“This funding will help us strengthen our existing partnerships with local veterinary services so we can provide more affordable desexing support.
“We are determined to help prevent unwanted litters and ensure pets remain safe, healthy, and at home with the people who love them.”
The Stay Foundation Managing Director Jesse Reinhard said, “Our goal is to keep pets away from pounds and rescue organisations in the first place, and this funding will help us provide vulnerable pet owners essential veterinary services in the Newcastle and Hunter region.
“This money will make a tangible difference to so many pets and owners’ lives.
“It will help us provide subsidised desexing, vaccinations, and microchipping for approximately 74 pets, including 40 dogs and 34 cats, whose owners cannot afford preventative veterinary care.
“This is life-saving money, we’re grateful as it means we can keep this initiative running and save people from the devastating decision to surrender their pets due to financial hardship.”
The $6 million program, administered by the Office of Local Government, will allocate $1.5 million each year to eligible organisations over a four-year period through a competitive grant process.
By Dave RENEKE
EVERY fisherman dreams of catching the big one - the fish that turns an ordinary day on the water into a season-long bragging right.
But what if I told you there’s a way to plan your fishing trips like a pro, know when the bite will be at its best, and head home feeling like a champion?
Believe it or not, the secret weapon isn’t a fancy lure, a hightech rod, or some expensive new gadget.
It’s been hanging over your head the whole time. The Moon.
If you’ve ever fished around our region, surrounded by winding rivers, wild scenery, and that quiet magic that only locals truly understand, you’ll know our
waterways feel alive.
The fish are there, plenty of them, but they don’t always feel like cooperating.
Some days you could swear the river is full of fish, yet not one of them is in the mood to bite.
That’s where lunar fishing comes in.
Most beginners start out the same way: trying different baits, swapping lures, changing spots, and slowly spending a small fortune chasing “the perfect technique.”
Over time, they get better, but
the real question remains: how do you go from catching a few decent fish to landing something that makes people’s jaws drop?
It’s not about throwing more money at the problem. It’s about understanding nature’s timetable.
A group of fishing enthusiasts from our own community decided to test a theory many old-timers have sworn by for years: does the Moon really affect fishing?
Over an 18-month mission, they tracked Moon phases, weather patterns, moonrise and moonset,
and matched it all against their catch results.
The verdict?
It works - and it’s far easier than most people think.
We all know fish tend to feed during those classic golden hours, dawn and dusk, but here’s the twist: the Moon can be just as influential, sometimes even more so than the Sun.
The real hidden gold is moonrise and moonset.
These moments, especially when they line up with a new moon or full moon, act like a feeding trigger.
The fish don’t read calendars, but they do respond to the Moon’s pull and the subtle changes it creates in the water.
Here’s the key rule: fish are most active during the 90-minute windows around four daily events: sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset.
That’s 45 minutes before and 45 minutes after each one.
Hit the water during those windows and you’re stacking the odds in your favour.
And if you ever have to choose between sunrise and moonrise?
Go with the Moon. Its influence is stronger than most people realise.
Luckily, you don’t have to stand outside squinting at the sky.
These days there are apps that tell you exact moonrise, moonset, and lunar phase times, so you can plan your trip right down to the minute.
And here’s a bonus: this week brings a full Moon!
When a full Moon rises it can appear 20 percent brighter and 14 percent larger than usual.
It’s spectacular to look at, and perfect for fishing too.
So, the takeaway is simple: Moon phase fishing really works.
Fish smarter, not harder.
Check the Moon, pick your moment, and you might just land the one that turns you into a ‘Local Legend.’
David Reneke is a feature writer for major media outlets and a science correspondent for ABC and commercial radio heard on over 50 stations weekly across Australia.
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THE NSW Government is encouraging young women and girls in the Hunter to seek opportunities in emergency services through the Girls on Fire program.
Girls on Fire received over $180,000 in funding under the government’s Investing in Women grants, to provide teenage girls in regional and remote areas with a hands-on, practical program of what it’s like working in emergency services.
The nine-week program includes training in real-world fire and emergency skills, disaster preparedness across urban fire, bushfire, flood and climatic impact, and support with applications to volunteer or work with emergency agencies.
Minister for Women Jodie Harrison dropped in on a workshop
in the Hunter last week and observed the impact the program has had building local girls’ leadership skills and confidence.
The program has run successfully in South Western Sydney, Casino, Moree, Walgett, Wilcannia, Tamworth and Albury, and has now made its way to Newcastle and the Hunter.
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley said, “Welcoming this program to the region is a proud moment for the Hunter and a big step toward getting more women into our emergency services which are so vital to our communities.
“We know the calibre of women in the Hunter - strong, capable and committed to their communitiesand those qualities are what these roles require.
“When more women are there
in the hardest moments of people’s lives, we’re building a frontline that better reflects the community it serves and delivers the kind of support that really matters.
“This program is about backing local women in and giving them the opportunity to step forward.”
Girls on Fire CEO Bronnie
Mackintosh said, “The nine-week Vocational Pathways Program gives young women the time, space and support to build real confidence, develop practical skills and see themselves as capable leaders.
“It’s not just a one-day experience – it’s a journey that creates lasting impact, stronger
connections, and genuine pathways into future opportunities.
“The program highlights the importance of creating pathways, building confidence and investing in regional young people so they can see what is possible for their future.”
Some 500 girls have so far participated in the program.
By Chris KARAS
WOMEN’S State of Origin fever has gripped the Port Stephens region with Raymond Terrace golden girl
Olivia Higgins a key figure in the 2026 NSW Sky Blues rugby league squad.
The Newcastle Knights international hooker gets another opportunity to impress in the Origin arena after missing the 2025 series that was claimed by the Blues.
Origin-winning NSW coach John Strange has named a 20-player squad to take on Queensland this Thursday
night in the opening clash at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle.
Higgins will play second fiddle to Sydney Roosters number nine Keeley Nizza but is tipped to make an impact off the interchange bench with her guile around the rucks and copybook defence.
She will be joined in the Blues squad by power running forward and Knights team mate Yasmin Meakes.
NSW selectors have named a well-balanced squad to tackle the Maroons that is more than capable of defending the prestigious
Shield.
Game Two will be played at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium on Thursday, 14 May to kick-off the NRL’s Magic Round and Game Three at Gold Coast’s Cbus Super Stadium on Thursday May 28.
The NSW Blues Women's squad is: Abbi Church (Parramatta Eels), Jaime Chapman (Gold Coast Titans) ,Jess Sergis (Sydney Roosters), Isabelle Kelly (Sydney Roosters) captain; Jayme Fressard (Sydney Roosters), Jocelyn Kelleher (Sydney Roosters), Jesse Southwell (Brisbane Broncos), Olivia
Kernick (Sydney Roosters), Yasmin Meakes (Newcastle Knights), Tiana PenitaniGray (Cronulla Sutherland Sharks), Millie Elliott (Sydney Roosters), Keeley Nizza (Sydney Roosters), Ellie Johnston (CronullaSutherland Sharks), Olivia Higgins (Newcastle Knights), Kennedy Cherrington (Parramatta Eels), Kezie Apps (Wests Tigers), Teagan Berry (St George Illawarra Dragons), Corban Baxter (Sydney Roosters), Rima Butler (Sydney Roosters) and Quincy Dodd (CronullaSutherland Sharks).
By Chris KARAS
THE Maitland Pickers first grade rugby league team is proving a force to be reckoned with again in the Newcastle Rugby League Denton Engineering Cup premiership.
The four time champions showed why they are the side to beat for the 2026 title after a resounding 48-12 triumph over the resurgent Northern Hawks last Sunday at the Maitland No 1 Sportsground.
It was a third successive victory for the much vaunted Pickers who remain undefeated and on top of the table after three rounds.
Classy half back Brock Lamb proved the architect for the Pickers with a masterclass display in the number seven jumper, utilising his ball skills and booting eight goals from as many attempts.
The maestro playmaker created havoc on the left edge - combining with dynamic fullback Luke Knight to spark a first half points flurry in the eight try rout.
Northern were their own worst enemies in an errorriddled performance and suffered a savage early blow with injuries to key forwards
PREPARATIONS for the 2027
Rugby World Cup in Newcastle will ramp up early, with Japan and Ireland confirmed for an international rugby Test at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday 11 July 2026.
Japan’s head coach Eddie Jones was in Newcastle last week to make the announcement, with the fixture forming part of the lead-up to the team’s 2027 Rugby World Cup clash with Samoa at McDonald Jones Stadium.
“Securing the Japan Ireland international rugby Test is a huge win for Newcastle, which has quickly become a powerhouse for major events,” NSW Sports and Tourism Minister Steve Kamper said.
“To have two world-class
teams playing in Newcastle’s own backyard will give fans a taste of what’s to come when the 2027 Rugby World Cup comes to town.
“These major events are providing real benefit to the Hunter community, boosting the visitor economy and showcasing Newcastle on the global stage.”
Member for Newcastle Tim Crakanthorp said, “Japan’s Cherry Blossoms and Ireland’s national team are two of the top teams in the game.
“It’s destined to be a great match and I know Newcastle will turn out for it.
“This announcement, alongside the Rugby World Cup in 2027, further confirms Newcastle as a premier sporting destination.”
The elusive Knight bagged a hat-trick of tries for Maitland with wingers Ethan Parry and Will Nieuwenhuise each notching doubles in a dominant victory.
Hawks coach Steve Simpson was bitterly disappointed with his charges’ first half effort after trailing 36-6 at the interval but was heartened by the team’s strong second half showing.
The scores were locked 6-6 early in the match before the Pickers turned on the style that has netted the club four consecutive premierships since 2022.
In a tough baptism, Northern blooded premiership-winning Karuah Roos five eighth Shaq Saunders for the big clash.
Inspirational lock and skipper Luke Higgins and rugged prop Ofahiki Ogden never stopped trying for the Hawks along with smart half back Noah Ryan and custodian Fletcher Myers.
The Northern team gets a shot at redemption this Saturday when they square off with Cessnock Goannas at the Baddeley Park Cessnock Sports Ground at 3pm.
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AS the days get a little cooler, things at the Hawks Nest Golf Club are only heating up.
loved Winemakers Dinner is back, promising an evening of incredible food, wine, and atmosphere.
It was a fantastic time for families, members, and visitors alike.
“We had such a great Easter period, it was
After a huge Easter period filled with kids discos, family music bingo, the annual Easter colouringin competition, and junior golf clinics, it’s safe to say the club was buzzing with energy, laughter, and community spirit.
amazing - everyone loved it and things are not slowing down,” said Beth, the club’s Functions Coordinator.
May is shaping up to be just as exciting, with a calendar packed full of golfing competitions including the Myall Classic tournament and Hawks Nest Cup, as well as social golf every day.
By Shayne REYNOLDS
OUR Wednesday playday marked the end of our 2026
Twilight Season. We will now play on Saturday mornings at 11am, following the Tea Gardens Soccer Club junior games that kick off at 9am commencing May 2nd.
Last week we kicked off our game at 4.30, half an hour earlier than usual to try and get finished in reasonable light and we just managed it. The game had three 15-minute sessions
with short rest and water breaks in between. Judging by the amount of applause and laughter it was evident that our two six aside mixed teams had an absolute ball.
There were some flashy moves, great “linking up”, passing, calling for passes and support play which when all combined resulted in many goal attempts with several being successful and were celebrated by all on the pitch.
We welcomed another newbie as well. Chris dropped in to have a look and got on the field from the start, and stayed on the field
Off the course, great live music is lined up from Bobby C, plus plenty of reasons to gather with friends and enjoy everything the club has to offer.
Of course, a highlight of the month will be Mother’s Day, with the club celebrating all the amazing mums with a free glass of bubbles and dessertbecause they deserve it.
And for those who love a great night out, the much-
So, while the weather may be cooling down, the club certainly isn’t - there’s something happening for everyone this May.
Head to the club’s Facebook page or website www.hawksnestgolfclub. com.au to get all the details on what’s happening.
for the entire three sessions. We won’t mention that single pine cone sitting on the goal line that thwarted your very first goal attempt. Never mind, you played on and your next shot was successful.
Great game Chris, see you Saturday at 11am for some more fun.
Hats off to Andrea who, amongst lots of laughter and clapping, managed to pop five goals in with much cheering and celebration. Well done!
Thanks to Len for taking the laundry home this week, and a big shout out to Trevor Officer and his local business Work & Play Clothing for
donating shin pads for our Walking Football players to wear. Cheers Trev, see you on the field again soon!
Anyone who is interested, curious or just wants to have a look is welcome to come along.
We now play 11am every Saturday morning at Memorial Oval, Witt Street Tea Gardens just down from the school. The canteen, music and BBQ will be cranking from 9am for the Tea Gardens Soccer Club junior games, Walking football plays straight after them. See you there for breakfast maybe.
By Paul DORIN
By John BLACKBOURN
It’s that ‘D’ word again
NO, we are not yet talking about depression or even about “don’t care economics”, but U.S. debt is again in the spotlight.
I conducted business in the USA over many years and I love the country and its citizens, and have enjoyed fishing in their rivers
By Lynne MILES
and lakes on many occasions.
I love the place, but its relationship with debt astounds me.
Just how and why this highly resourceful nation (and its particularly well-educated population) has found itself in this position and is seemingly not doing anything about its national debt, is well beyond my understanding.
On Wednesday 18 March their national debt went above US$39 trillion for the first time ever.
Written out in US dollar terms it looks like $39,016,910,245.
This extraordinary sized debt came about five months after the US$38 trillion level was reached, with the US$37 trillion level being set only two months before that.
At their current debt growth rate, the number will reach US$40 trillion by our springtime.
By JASMINDA
DEAR Jasminda,
I RECENTLY went to a fancy dress party as a tradie.
While I normally feel a bit reserved at parties, I was surprised at the number of people who initiated conversations with me.
This helped me relax, and I ended up enjoying myself, whereas normally I'd be looking for an early exit. What does this mean?
Anna L.
Dear Anna,
This is interesting on a couple of levels.
I could turn it into a punny joke around the tool that tradies hold up against every surface when they visit, straightening picture frames and swivelling the adjustable foot on the washing machine to stop that annoying spin wobble, and holding it vertically against your mother-in-law to make sure her legs are plumb after her knee replacement, but I won't.
I mean it's a genuinely
When we add to holding costs such as increasing interest rates, the number is set to reach the US$100 trillion level in a few years’ time.
The government’s debt increased a further $1 trillion in the last five months alone.
There is no thought of this situation changing under present government policy even when
DEAR News Of The Area, I DROVE past the Anzac memorial recently.
Bulahdelah Golf Club
By Thora-Lou SMITH
Wednesday15th April was a Stableford event for the ladies and Lou Smith was the winner with 34pts from Meg South with 33pts. Barbie Gordon won the jackpot.
A very encouraging 34 vets played on Thursday 16th April and the winner with 41pts was Steve
I noticed the local MidCoast Council outdoor staff working hard to ensure the grounds around the memorial and the
Brooks from Craig Littlechild with 39pts on a c/b from Kevin Martin. NTPs were Richard Stobbart, Steph Plackson, Stewart McNaughton and Rod Norberry.
41 players enjoyed a beautiful Autumn day on Saturday 18th April, but the pin placements made it difficult to score well. The Monthly Mug and B grade winner was Darren Carrall with 68nett from A.Yeo with 75nett. A grade winner was Allan
interesting observation you've made.
I have some theories.
1. You felt comfortable in a physical sense: I've spent a time looking at tradies (not in a pervy, don't they make those King Gee Cotton Drill shorts shorter, hey, those Argyle Zip abrasion resistant scuff cap boots sure do accentuate calf muscles, ahem).
I'm of the opinion that tradie gear is practical, roomy, and appropriate for a whole range of social situations.
Compare tradie wear to normal party attire, particularly when you're a woman. Females commonly have to hold parts in and lift parts up and teeter around on heels the size of a precision screwdriver.
Our made-up faces involve more prep than an internal paint job, and don't get me started on the hair and nails.
It's a wonder, by the time we arrive at a social event, that we have the energy to lift a champagne glass, let alone hold a conversation.
And can you imagine, male readers, what it's like to wear heels at an event with multiple surfaces?
They get wedged in deck gaps, they act as golfing tees on grass, and the trip hazards on loop-pile carpet aren't worth navigating.
These are the concerns running through our minds while you chat about negative gearing.
What we wouldn't give for some comfort-technology soles, a shirt with handy pockets and elasticised
many departments of US public service are under pay freeze conditions so are not presently racking up those losses.
With our federal government looking to follow our US partners diving into debt, we must surely be able to see clearly what our future will be if we continue to blindly live in this reckless manner.
critical of local council staff.
memorial itself were looking their absolute best for Anzac Day, as they do every year.
Often the community can be
Mowatt with 71nett from Stewart McNaughton with 74nett. C grade winner was Jake Zabielo with 72nett from John Stellema with 73nett. The ladies' mug winner was Barbie Gordon with 74nett from Meredyth Rae with 79nett on a c/b from Lou Smith. NTPs were Toby Carroll, Stewart McNaughton. Darren Carrall, Bernie Newton and Barbie Gordon. Long drivers were Mick Welsh, Ryan McSweeny, Charlie Matheson and
waistband shorts to accommodate the cheese and biscuits. Anna, I can imagine you felt the most comfortable you've ever felt in a party situation.
2. Because you felt comfortable, you looked comfortable, and hence approachable: Because women at parties are going through mental flow charts based on their attire, their facial expressions can give the wrong impression.
A woman pondering, for example, whether another champagne will result in her having to use the bathroom (potentially getting embroiled in new conversations, tripping over a Portuguese Water Dog, stepping gingerly across the aforementioned carpet, breaking a heel on the spiral staircase, then, finally, attempting to wrestle off her shapewear before she wets herself) will not look approachable.
A tradie, though, who knows if he needs a leak he only has to saunter over to the nearest lemon tree, is going to say 'hell, yes' to that fifth beer, another five cracks at the cob loaf dip, and an in-depth conversation about flooding and drainage, because he's relaxed.
And the other guests will respond in turn, thinking, 'That Jim guy is easy going. Great conversationalist. Always ready to pass a plate or lift an esky. Not so sure about his wife though. Seems uptight.'
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
No wonder our voters are seeking to move leadership away from our traditional opposition political parties which don’t seem to understand debt and certainly are not campaigning against it. Politically we are at the crossroads with voters deciding to turn to unproven and minor parties in a cry for help in these deeply divided times.
ln my opinion the local council outdoor crew and other council indoor staff do a great job, providing services for our local community.
It would be disappointing if circumstances changed into the future with the provision of local council services that are provided to our community.
Regards, Stephen PALMER, Hawks Nest.
Lou Smith. Thanks to ground staff and volunteers who have made some wonderful improvements to the course with new fairway and tee markers, as well as general tidying and on-going maintenance.
Wednesday 22nd April was the ladies' Monthly Mug and putting competition. The winner was Lou Smith with 72nett from Meredyth Rae with 78nett. Bernie Newton won the jackpot while Terry and Lou were the best putters with 31putts.
Thursday 23rd April was a big day for the Vets with the Bulahdelah Tuncurry Community Inter-Club Challenge. 56 players contested the event and after a delicious baconand-egg-roll to start the day, the A grade winner was Ray Mansell with a terrific 44pts. Geoff Harvey was the runner-up with 35pts. B grade winner was Marty Bramble with 37pts from Dennis May with 36pts. C grade winner was Step Plackson with 40pys from John Stellema with 38pts. Visitor Rick
won the
and while there were a number of birdies on the day, his was not one of them. 1st and 3rd shot NTPs were won by Ray Mansell, Dennis May, Pete Billinhurst, Dave Kerr, Brad Gleeson, Geoff Harveyand Stewart McNaughton. A great day was had by all – thanks to all the organisers and helpers. Oh – and Bulahdelah won the challenge!
A Medley Stableford event was held after the ANZAC Day services on Saturday 25th April and the A grade winner was Geoff Matheson with 38pts on a c/b from Barbie Gordon. B grade winner was visitor Brett Cook with 38pts from Glenn Grainger with 32pts on a 3-way c/b from John Stellema and David Shultz. C grade winner was Jayce Coghlan with 37pts on a c/b from Dylan Morice.
The ladies will play their Foursomes Championship next Wednesday, 29th April.
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FRIDAY
ABC TV, 8.35pm
The simmering tension between unconventional crime solver Patience (Ella Maisy Purvis, pictured) and detective Frankie Monroe (Jessica Hynes) reaches boiling point this week as the two clash over a crime scene. While they don’t see eye to eye on whether foul play is involved in the death of a botanist – or indeed the order in which they ought to investigate it –Patience really puts her superior offside by tripping over and destroying evidence, creating a mountain of paperwork. While Monroe charges headfirst into proving her instincts about the victim’s brother, Patience takes her time delving into the woman’s work history to find answers about the undetectable poison used to kill her.
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.35 Gardening Australia. (PG) Josh Byrne uncovers a rare fruit collection.
8.35 Patience. (Mad) A woman is found dead under a poisonous tree.
9.25 Gruen. (PG, R) Presented by Wil Anderson.
10.00 Urzila. (Mals, R)
10.25 ABC Late News.
10.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R)
11.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (Ma, R)
12.20 Love Me. (MA15+s, R)
1.05 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
TUESDAY
NBN, 8.30pm
Old habits die hard, and for professional revhead and former Top Gear co-host Jeremy Clarkson, that means there’s no problem that can’t be solved by acquiring an overpowered luxury vehicle. With his creaking old tractor out of action, the all-the-gear-and-no-idea Clarkson needs to get the ploughing on his Cotswold farm finished in time to plant a field of durum wheat. The answer? A bright green Lamborghini (naturally!) with GPS, a 7.8L engine and 340 horsepower. Farm manager Kaleb (above right, with Clarkson) is enthusiastic about the equipment at first, but a complex new console design and Clarkson’s “press buttons and find out” approach quickly become a hilarious headache.
THURSDAY
TEN, 7.30pm
It’s been a long time coming – the lineup for this fifth cast of announced in March 2025 – but the latest edition of the comedy game show is worth the wait. Three-time Gold Logie winner Rove McManus, co-creator and award-winning stand-up Celia Pacquola (pictured), radio star Joel Creasey, comedian Brett Blake and up-and-comer Anisa Nandaula don’t hold back when it comes to trying to earn the approval of Taskmaster Tom Gleeson and impress his assistant Tom Cashman. In this season premiere, the quintet of comics hold memorials for eggs, take on new middle names and travel to a new location. May the silliest sausage win.
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)
8.30 A New ANZAC. (Ma)
9.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PGa, R)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 The King. (Madlv)
11.50 Babylon Berlin. (Ma, R)
1.35 Mountain Vets. (Ma, R)
3.45 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (R)
4.20 Bamay. (R)
4.50 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
(31) 6am Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.25 Flower And Flour. 6.35 Big Lizard. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Superbuns. 7.10 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 My Adventures With Superman. 8.50 BattleBots. 9.40 Gladiators UK. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs. 8.00 Sydney Weekender Special. Discovers the best Sydney has to offer. 9.00 MOVIE: Shotgun Wedding. (2022, Malv) When a couple gather their families for the ultimate destination wedding, the entire wedding party is taken hostage. Jennifer Lopez, Josh Duhamel. 11.05 To Be Advised. 12.40 Quacks. (Premiere, MA15+d)
1.25 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
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Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 9.
v Melbourne Storm.
NRL Friday Night Footy Post-Match. Post-match coverage of the NRL game. 10.45 MOVIE: The Many Saints Of Newark. (2021, MA15+alsv, R) Alessandro Nivola.
1.00 Open For Inspection. (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)
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ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 8.30 The Nanny. 9.30 The Addams
Late Programs.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Blue Murder Motel. (Final, PGl, R) 1.15 Patience. (M, R) 2.05 David Attenborough’s Galapagos. (R) 2.55 David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef. (R) 4.10 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (R) 5.00 Aust Story. (R) 5.30 Landline. (R)
6.00 Kath & Kim. (PGals, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at the top stories of the day, including coverage of developing stories and events.
7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) The team welcomes a new recruit before they’re faced with a cryptic case in which the victim has left them a mysterious message.
8.30 Silent Witness. (Return, Mlv) Jack is apprehensive about the arrival of his new boss, having heard she is difficult.
10.15 Bergerac. (M, R) Shocking events unfold at a wedding reception.
11.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Continuous music programming.
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.35pm Super Monsters. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.05 Knee High Spies. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Emerald. 6.45 Supertato. 6.55 Piripenguins. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Kids Baking Championship. 8.10 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.55 Caper Crew. 9.15 Mr Bean: The Animated Series. 9.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.40 Merlin. 11.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (R) 11.30 Praise. (PG) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. (PG, R) 2.30 The Assembly. (PGl, R) 3.20 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (R) 4.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 5.00 Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (PG)
6.30 Compass. (PG)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 The Assembly: Claudia Karvan.
8.15 Bad Company. (Mn) Threatening staff cuts, Julia is challenged when her bored son explores the theatre.
8.40 Bergerac. (MA15+) Bergerac believes police corruption played a part in a murder.
9.25 Death In Paradise. (M, R) The team welcomes a new recruit.
10.25 Silent Witness. (Mlv, R)
12.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Gardening Australia. (R)
4.00 Dream Gardens. (R)
4.30 A Bite To Eat With Alice. (R)
5.00 Insiders. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 10.05 Tiddler. 10.30 Children’s Programs. 5.55pm Octonauts. 6.05 Knee High Spies. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25 Emerald. 6.40 Hey Duggee’s Squirrel Club. 6.45 Supertato. 6.55 Piripenguins. 7.05 Let’s Go Bananas! 7.20 Bluey. 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 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGa, R) 9.10 The Bee Whisperer. (PGal, R) 10.00 Wales: Land Of The Wild. (R) 11.00 Wild Vienna. (PG, R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. Round 2. Day 1. 5.00 Stories From The Cities. (PG) 5.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 5.35 Cold War Spies.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Jewels Of The Mediterranean. (PGa)
8.25 Magical Train Journeys In Switzerland. (R)
9.25 Jersey And Guernsey. (R)
10.20 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)
11.20 Snowpiercer. (MA15+v, R)
2.00 Matched. (PG, R)
2.50 Mountain Vets. (PG, R)
3.55 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (R)
4.25 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News. 5.15 Euronews.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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Mastermind Australia. 6.45 The Mega-Brands That Built The World. (Return) 7.35 Abandoned Americana. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Star Wars. (Return) 10.20 The Feed Debate: Is Capitalism Expiring? 11.10 Late Programs.
MOVIES (32)
6am The Movie Show. 6.10 The Red Turtle. (2016, PG, No dialogue) 7.45 The Caine Mutiny. (1954, PG) 10.00 Heartbreak Ridge. (1986, M) 12.20pm But I’m A Cheerleader. (1999, M) 1.55 Mia And The White Lion. (2018, PG) 3.40 Discovering Film. 4.35 One Of Our Aircraft Is Missing. (1942, PG) 6.30 Le Samourai. (1967, PG, French) 8.30 The Gentlemen. (2019, MA15+) 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 The Isle Of Rum. (PGaw, R) 12.00 PBS News Compass Points. 12.30 WorldWatch. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Australian Superbike C’ship. Round 3. 4.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. LiegeBastogne-Liege. Women’s race. H’lights. 5.00 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup. Part One. H’lights. 5.35 Cold War Spies. (PG)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Anne Boleyn And Elizabeth I: Prisoner Queens.
8.25 Bettany Hughes’ Lost Worlds: Nabataeans. (PG, R) 9.25 History’s Greatest Mysteries. (Maw, R)
10.15 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa, R) 11.10 Frogmore House: Royal Retreat. (PGa, R)
12.25 My Rembetika Blues. (PGadl, R) 2.00 Matched. (PG, R) 2.50 Mountain Vets. (Ma, R) 3.55 Legacy List With Matt Paxton. (PG, R) 4.30 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 Euronews. 5.30 PBS News Horizons.
VICELAND (31)
6am WorldWatch. 10.30 Cook Up Bitesize. 10.35 Jeopardy! 1pm Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. 5.00 Fashionista. 5.10 WorldWatch. 6.10 PBS News Compass Points. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Icons Unearthed: Star Wars. 10.20 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 11.25 House Of Blak: Miss First Nation. 11.55 Myths: The Greatest Mysteries Of Humanity. 1am Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Discovering Film. 8.20 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 10.20 Wonderfully Beautiful. (2022, M, German) 12.45pm 20,000 Species Of Bees. (2023, M, Spanish) 3.00 The Red Turtle. (2016, PG, No dialogue) 4.30 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 6.35 Loophole. (1981, PG) 8.30 Snatch. (2000, MA15+) 10.25 The Invisible Wounds. (2024, M, French) 12.15am Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Hawkesbury Cup Day, Golden Mile Race Day, Queensland Guineas Day and Derby Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.
8.00 Oops I Bought A Pub! (Premiere, PGal) Hosted by Shane Jacobson. 8.30 MOVIE: Hidden Figures. (2016, PGal, R) Three African American mathematicians play a vital role in NASA during the early years of the space program. Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe.
11.05 To Be Advised.
12.05 Devils. (MA15+av)
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
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6am Home Shopping. 8.30 Better Homes And
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Open For Inspection. 12.30 Great Australian Detour. (R) 1.00 Explore TV Viking. (R) 1.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm,
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. (1977, PGv, R) A young man sets out to rescue a princess. Mark Hamill.
10.00 MOVIE: Justice League. (2017, Mv, R) Ben Affleck.
12.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
1.05 Tasman Trails. (R)
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R)
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
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6.30 The Dog House. (PGa, R) A new couple are ready to make a commitment. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. (PGl) A couple contemplate leaving their home of 11 years. While he loves it, she feels the place is outdated.
9.30 Ambulance Australia. (Mal, R) In Brisbane, a bystander calls in a crash in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD involving a motorcyclist and taxi. 10.30 Matlock. (PGad, R) The team continues tracing Senior’s money trail. 11.30 Elsbeth. (Mv, R) A patriarch is stabbed at a debutante ball. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 3.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. (R) 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. (PGdln) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.
8.00 7NEWS Spotlight.
9.00 Betrayal. (Premiere, MA15+lv) When an assassination links a veteran MI5 agent to a conspiracy, he races to find the truth.
11.00 24 Hours In Police Custody: Predators. (MA15+a, R)
12.30 A Friend Of The Family. (MA15+a, 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: Twinkle All The Way. (2019) 9.50 MOVIE: Christmas In Alaska. (2023, PG) 11.35 Seinfeld. 12.05pm Soccer. English Premier League. Arsenal v Newcastle. 2.05 Snackmasters. 3.40 MOVIE: The Dust Factory. (2004, PG) 5.40 MOVIE: Superman IV: The Quest For Peace. (1987, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Suicide Squad. (2016, M) 9.55 MOVIE: Joker. (2019, MA15+) 12.25am Late Programs.
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 The Floor. (PG)
8.10 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.
9.10 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators: Deadly Obsession. (Mav) Looks at Rachel Barber’s disappearance.
10.15 9News Late.
10.45 The First 48. (Mav, R) 11.40 American Ripper. (Mav) 12.35 Oz Off Road TV. (PGl, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6am Morning Programs. 9.00 MOVIE: How To Fall In Love By Christmas. (2023) 10.45 Motor Racing. FIA World Endurance C’ship. 6 Hours Of Imola. H’lights. 11.50 Soccer. English Premier League. Manchester United v Brentford. 1.50pm The Summit. 3.30 The Toys That Built The World. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. (2019, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Godzilla: King Of The Monsters. (2019, M) 10.05 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Life Off Road. Noon The Car Club. 12.30 Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Garage 41. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder.
6.30 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. (PG) Special guest is chef Andy Hearnden. 8.15 Race Across The World. (M) The teams enter south east Asia and must race over 2,000km through Vietnam and into Cambodia to reach Phnom Penh. 9.30 Matlock. (PGa) The team confronts an unexpected final hurdle in bringing Senior to justice for the Wellbrexa cover-up while defending an airport ramp operator accused of safety negligence. 11.30 10 News+. (R)
Murders. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 8.40 Paramedics. 9.40 Emergency. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 Silent Witness. (Mlv, R) 11.40 You Can’t Ask That. (Mls, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Back Roads. (PG, R) 3.00 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.30pm TBA. 5.40 Children’s Programs. 6.25 Flower And Flour. 6.30 Big Lizard. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Superbuns. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Gladiators UK. (Final) 9.45 Kids BBQ Championship. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.05 Judgment: Cases That Changed Australia. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Death In Paradise. (M, R) 2.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.30 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (PGa, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.20 Hidden Beauty Of Northern France. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (Return) 8.40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (M) 9.35 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M) 10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Sambre: Anatomy Of A Crime. (Premiere, Masv) 12.15 Gomorrah. (MA15+sv, R)
3.00 Mountain Vets. (PGa, R) 4.05 Colors Of The Islands: The Caribbean. (Mal, R)
4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Home And Away. (PGav)
7.30 Glenn And Mick’s Celebrity Intervention. (M) 8.40 9-1-1. (M) May attempts to secure her first law internship.
9.40 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League. (R) 10.40 The Agenda Setters. 11.40 Happy’s Place. (Premiere, PGal)
12.10 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)
1.10 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO
6am The Movie
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. (PG, R)
8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline.
10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Living Black. (R) 11.05 Exit. (MA15+av) 12.00 Breaking Point. (MA15+a, R)
2.35 Giving Back: Students Who Returned. (PGal, R)
4.00 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)
5.00 NHK World English News.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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6am Children’s Programs. 5.30pm TBA. 5.40 Children’s Programs. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Superbuns. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 The Slow Mo Guys’ Big Adventures. 9.10 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.35 BattleBots. 10.20 Merlin. 11.05 Late Programs.
Show. 6.35 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 8.35 Loophole. (1981, PG) 10.30 Ghoomer. (2023, M, Hindi) 12.55pm Manon Des Sources. (1986, M, French) 3.00 Discovering Film. 3.50 Le Samourai. (1967, PG, French) 5.50 Lassie: A New Adventure. (2023, PG, German) 7.30 The Three Musketeers: D’artagnan. (2023, M, French) 9.50 Heavy Trip. (2018, MA15+, Finnish) 11.30 Late Programs. 6am The Movie Show. 6.25 A United Kingdom. (2016, PG) 8.25 Lassie: A New Adventure. (2023, PG, German) 10.05 White Squall. (1996, M) 12.25pm Let Me Go. (2023, M, French) 2.05 Viceroy’s House. (2017, PG) 4.00 Loophole. (1981, PG) 6.00 The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PG) 7.30 The King Of Laughter. (2021, M, Italian) 10.00 Fame. (1980, M) 12.30am Made In America. (1993, M) 2.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Reno Rules. (PGl) An announcement turns the competition on its head. 9.15 House Of Wellness. (PG) A team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates shares insights and experiences to highlight living well. 10.15 The Agenda Setters.
11.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mav, R) 12.15 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R) 1.15 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise. 6.00 NBN News.
A Current Affair.
The Floor. (PG)
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Children’s Programs.
The Nanny. 9.30 The Addams Family. 10.30 Bewitched. 11.30 Innovation Nation. 11.40 Jeopardy! UK. 12.40pm MOVIE: Superman IV: The Quest For Peace. (1987, PG) 2.30 The Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 The Addams Family. 5.30 Bewitched. 6.30 The Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Bodyguard. (1992, M) 11.10
Hawks Nest Bridge Club Results
By Diane RUSSELL
24th APRIL
Monday: N/S 1. L Falla & C Rands, 2. B Eyre & D Hipkins, 3. P Baily & G Morrison E/W 1. E Digby & S Donohue, 2. P Marr & S Schmeding, 3. L Butler & S Fuller. Tuesday: N/S 1. D Russell& J Urquhart, 2. H Blackbourn & E Buckpitt. 3. A & J Macintosh E/W 1. D Dummett & P Lau, 2. P & B Ness, 3=. L Butler & K Brown, 3=. C & S Low.
Wednesday: 1. J Gray & P Baily, 2. A Ryan & E White, 3. E Digby & D Hipkins. Friday: N/S 1. C Rands & L Falla, 2. T & J Thatcher, 3. J Whalan & C Richards. E/W 1. D Hipkins & B Eyre, 2. E Digby & C Bywater, 3. B Taylor & J Fowler.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.20 Back Roads. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 1.55 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.25 Brush With Fame. (R) 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries. (PG, R) 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 China Bitesize. (R) 9.10
6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Chernobyl: Chronology Of A Disaster.
8.30 The Trial Of Michael Jackson. (Premiere) 9.25 The Audacity. (M) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Rise Of The Raven. (MA15+sv)
12.05 Blue Lights. (MA15+a, R)
2.05 Classified. (Mlv, R)
3.45 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)
4.45 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (PGaw, 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 SAS: AUS v ENG. (M)
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.
9.30 Unfiltered. (M) Hosted by Hamish McLachlan.
10.00 The Agenda Setters.
11.00 Why Trains Crash. (PGa, R) 12.15 Kochie’s Business Builders. (R)
12.45 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Events That Changed Australia. (Mal) 8.30 Outback Murder Highway. (Mavv) 9.30 The Killer Interview With Piers Morgan. (Mav, R) 10.30 9News Late. 11.00 Freddy And The Eighth. (Ml) 11.50 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.40 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.35 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. (PG, R) 11.20 Urzila. (Mals, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Bergerac. (MA15+, R) 1.45 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 2.25 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 2.55 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 3.55 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.30pm TBA. 5.40 Children’s Programs. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Superbuns. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Young Sheldon. 8.20 BTN Newsbreak. 8.25 Young Sheldon. 8.45 Steven Universe. 9.05 Adventure Time. 9.30 Teen Titans Go! 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 My Adventures With Superman. 10.35 Late Programs. 6am Children’s Programs. 6.05pm Spidey And His Amazing Friends. 6.15 Bluey. 6.25
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6am The Most
Beautiful Day In The World. (2019, PG, Italian) 8.00
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6.00 Mastermind Australia.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Rick Stein’s Australia. (PGav)
8.35 American Prince: JFK Jr. (Ml, R)
9.25 Riot Women. (MA15+l)
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Under The Bridge. (Ml)
11.55 The Unusual Suspects. (Mdl, R)
1.50 Beyond Signs. (MA15+av, R)
2.50 Finding Your Roots. (PG, R)
3.50 Colors Of The Islands: The Caribbean. (PGaw, R)
4.25 Bamay. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News.
5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
WorldWatch. 5.50 Curse Of Oak Island. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 American Godfathers: The Five Families. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Brassic. Midnight Late Programs. 6am
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The Movie Show. 8.35 The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PG) 10.10 The Three Musketeers: D’artagnan. (2023, M, French) 12.25pm Fame. (1980, M) 2.55 Discovering Film. 3.50 Lassie: A New Adventure. (2023, PG, German) 5.35 55 Steps. (2017, PG) 7.45 A Private Function. (1984, M) 9.30 Brassed Off. (1996, M) 11.25 Late Programs. 6am 55 Steps. (2017, PG) 7.30 Discovering Film. 8.25 The Most Beautiful Day In The World. (2019, PG, Italian) 10.25 The King Of Laughter. (2021, M, Italian) 12.55pm Official Competition. (2021, M, Spanish) 3.00 The Amazing Mr. Blunden. (2021, PG) 4.35 The Majestic. (2001, PG) 7.25 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 9.30 Danny Collins. (2015, M) 11.30 May December. (2023, MA15+) 1.40am Late Programs.
Results
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG, R)
8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PGa) Street racers reach 192kmh.
8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) Hosted by Ant and Dec.
10.30 To Be Advised.
11.30 Code Blue: One Punch Killers. (Madv, R)
12.30 New Amsterdam. (MA15+a, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
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He also came 7th in the 50m Freestyle, 8th in the 100m Breaststroke, and 9th in the 100m Freestyle.
Six Swimming North Coast members competed, with Sebastian Webster from Stroud Seals the most successful. The hearing-impaired swimmer won a bronze medal in the 16-18yrs 50m Breaststroke.
Amelia Moore (Stroud Seals) 16-18 yrs. 7th 50m Backstroke, 8th 100m Freestyle, 9th 50m Butterfly, 12th 50m Freestyle (PB), 7th 100m Butterfly.
Lily Bourne (Coffs Harbour) 16-18 yrs. 11th 50m Backstroke, 15th 50m Freestyle (PB).
Rose-Anna Herden (Coffs Harbour) 16-18 yrs. 5th 100m Breaststroke (PB), 5th
Kayliana Swann- Pfitzner (Port Macquarie) 14-15 yrs. 10th 100m Breaststroke (PB), 10th 50m Breaststroke (PB) in both heats and final, 27th 50m Freestyle (PB).
50m Breaststroke (PB) in both heats and final, 11th 200m Freestyle, 17th 50m Freestyle.
Emily Evans (Alstonville) 12-15 yrs. 41st 200m Freestyle (PB), 14-15yrs 16th 50m Freestyle (PB).
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Thursday, 30 April 2026
By Aiden BURGESS
SWIMMING North Coast members have achieved top results at the Australian Multi-Class Age Championships on the Gold Coast.
Members of swimming clubs from across the North Coast took on the best in Australia.
The Australian MultiClass Age Championships is a competition for swimmers with a disability.
Swimmers are classified according to their type of disability, including physical, intellectual, vision impaired and swimming impaired, and are also classified according to the degree of disability.
Times are measured against the World Records for someone of the same level of disability and a numerical score is
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