The long-running event, organised by Sydney’s Drag-ens Hot Rod Club, brought an estimated $2 million boost to the local economy, with supermarkets, butchers, bakers, cafes, pubs, clubs, and accommodation providers across the valley enjoying a surge in business.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee praised the event’s enduring legacy.
“For 47 years our valley has hosted the Drag-ens’ Valla Beach Hot Rod Run, which started with just 72 cars in 1977,” Cr Lee told News Of The Area.
Roundabout confirmed for notorious Valla Beach black spot after community campaign
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THE NSW Government has confirmed a longawaited road safety upgrade for the Valla Beach community, announcing that a roundabout will be built at the intersection of Valla Beach Road and Giinagay Way.
The announcement follows extensive community advocacy, supported by site visits and detailed safety investigations by Transport for NSW and the Centre for Road Safety, which identified a roundabout as the most effective long-term solution to improve safety at the intersection.
This intersection has been the subject of widespread concern, with a spate of crashes and near misses since changes to the road layout in 2023.
A traffic study confirmed the community's concerns and prompted expedited planning for the roundabout.
“Today’s announcement shows we are committed to delivering the safety fix this community has called for at Valla Beach,” NSW Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison told News Of The Area.
“This decision follows extensive consultation with experts from the Centre for Road Safety, whose study of this intersection has provided evidence for Transport for NSW to determine the most appropriate solution.
“I have visited the site on several occasions and have been assured by our engineers and experts that a roundabout is the best solution
to ensure a safer road making travel safer for families, locals, businesses and tourists.”
Preliminary design work is underway, with construction expected to begin later this year, pending planning approvals.
The upgrade builds on recent safety measures already introduced, including speed reductions, vehicle-
activated signage, and road safety monitoring cameras.
Member for Oxley Michael Kemp has campaigned loudly for safety improvements and welcomed the announcement.
“Since the changes to this intersection, my office has received more correspondence about this site than any other in the Valley and today’s
announcement is a direct result of the Valla Beach community’s persistence,” Mr Kemp said.
“I’ll continue advocating to ensure construction is delivered without delay.”
Transport for NSW has committed to keeping the public updated as the project moves forward.
q Member for Oxley Michael Kemp, NSW Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison and Inspector Anthony Smith from Coffs Mid Coast District Highway Patrol at the intersection of Valla Beach Road and Giinagay Way last week.
Nambucca Valley welcomes 47th annual Valla Beach Hot Rod Run
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and Council has proudly supported the event with $7000 in sponsorship due to its wide-reaching economic and social benefits.”
The four-day celebration of chrome and custom builds included a poker run to Macksville, a cruise to Nambucca Heads for the much-loved Saturday morning Show & Shine in Bowra Street, and the drive to and from Nambucca Heads which lined Giinagay Road with crowds keen to see the cars cruise past.
As is now virtually a tradition with the Valla Rod Run, road closures were in place around Nambucca Heads to enable visitors to see the cars up close.
Drag-ens Hot Rod Club Valla Committee VicePresident Leigh Anderson said the community’s enthusiasm was palpable.
“Whether you were in Valla Beach, Bowraville, Macksville or Nambucca Heads, there were beautiful, polished hot rods everywhere,” Mr Anderson told NOTA.
“The Show & Shine in Nambucca Heads town centre was a highlight,
and we wrapped things up with our presentation night at the Woolshed in Valla Beach.”
To top off what the Dragens Hot Rod Club claim was a very successful event, the spring weather over the period of the Valla Rod Run was perfect, enabling the full range of planned activities to proceed in great conditions.
“The roadways, towns and supportive communities here in the Nambucca Valley allow us to have a rod run on the scale we are just not able to do anywhere else in the state,” Leigh concluded.
q Ammaleah Astruc and Ella Cooley from Sydney enjoying the event on Bowra Street, Nambucca Heads.
q Drag-ens Hot Rod Club Valla Committee Vice-President Leigh Anderson and Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee.
q Georgia James from Sydney.
q Raymond Keast, Norman Birse and David Birse from Nambucca Heads.
q Bowra Street became hot rod central last Saturday.
Childcare centre celebrates 50th anniversary
By Mick BIRTLES
MACKSVILLE Pre-school
Childcare Centre marked its 50th anniversary last Thursday, 2 October, as children, educators, volunteers and guests gathered at the centre to kick off the milestone celebrations.
Educational Leader Alysia Starr had the honour of cutting the birthday cake on her own 12th work anniversary at the pre-school, launching a series of events planned to commemorate the occasion.
The children’s excitement was clearly evident, with the cake-cutting being the first of several festive activities, including the planned unveiling of a commemorative tree at the end-of-year graduation ceremony.
Nambucca Valley Councillor Tamara McWilliam, who attended the pre-school in 1983 and later enrolled her own children, reflected warmly on her long connection to the centre.
“Earlier this year, I got involved again on a volunteer basis after the pre-school faced some challenging times,” Cr McWilliam said.
“I’m pleased that, along with Nambucca Valley Council, our directors, general
committee members, Acting Director Amanda Cowan, and our valued educators, we’ve been able to strengthen the centre and ensure its ongoing service to our community.”
The pre-school officially opened its doors on 26 August 1975 and has proudly operated as a not-for-profit organisation ever since, providing high-quality early childhood education to generations of Nambucca Valley families.
Board Director Stacey Munro also attended Thursday’s celebration and spoke about the importance of contributing to such a meaningful cause.
“I am proud to serve on the volunteer board of our local not-for-profit preschool because it aligns with my personal values and professional ethics,” Ms Munro said.
“I believe in the power of early childhood education to shape inclusive, supportive communities.”
Ms Munro, who also serves as the Aged, Community & Wellness Manager at Lifetime Connect, acknowledged the encouragement and support she receives from her workplace, which empowers her community engagement and volunteering efforts.
Currently, Macksville Pre-school has 35 children enrolled each day, with enrolment numbers expected to grow further in 2026 as demand for its services continues to rise.
The golden anniversary serves as a celebration not just of the past, but of the bright future ahead for this much-loved community institution.
q Chatting with students to celebrate the not-for-profit preschool’s Golden Anniversary are (from left) Educational Leader
Alysia Starr, volunteer Board
Director Stacey Munro, Nambucca Valley Council General Manager Bede Spannagle, Nambucca Valley Councillor Tamara McWilliam and Acting Director Amanda Cowan. Photo: supplied.
Blind Pretty offer up fresh sound
By Mick BIRTLES
AFTER a year of writing and soul-searching, rising Nambucca Valley-based indie band Blind Pretty is poised to make a bold return - more refined, more focused, and truer to their roots than ever.
The group, whose members met in high school in Coffs Harbour, has been
steadily building a name for itself across Australia’s east coast, sharing stages with major names like The Terrys, The Moving Stills, Adam Newling, and Beam Magazine.
Now, after a deliberate year away from live performances, Blind Pretty is stepping back into the stage lights with new music and renewed purpose.
Over the past year the band has been quietly crafting their second EP, which is a collection of four songs written over two years, shaped by deep introspection and collaboration.
“The process wasn’t rushed but instead we focused on quieting the noise of external pressures and carving out an identity that is distinctly our own,” said Blind Pretty’s Ned Ambrose in an exclusive interview with News Of The Area.
Much of this creative journey took place in an old church near Newcastle, which band members describe as a creative refuge.
“There, we found a space to write honestly and without distraction, producing music that finally feels like an authentic reflection of who we are as artists and as a band,” added Ambrose.
Recording for the new EP is underway at Kingfisher Records, a home studio operated by
lead vocalist and guitarist Jesse near Eungai. Final mixing and mastering will take place at Hazy Cosmic Jive Studio in Newcastle.
Staying true to their DIY ethos, the band is also producing sustainable merch such as handmade shirts repurposed from op-shop finds, making their merch line not only more eco-conscious but also more accessible to fans.
Despite their travels and growing recognition, Blind Pretty is proudly anchored in their home region.
This October, they’ll return to where it all began for their first hometown gig in a year at the Eungai Buffalo Farm on Friday, 18 October.
Blind Pretty consider the gig to be a symbolic homecoming and a chance for locals to hear the new EP live before it’s officially released.
With a growing reputation, dedicated fanbase, and a fresh set of songs that represent their true sound, Blind Pretty look to be on the cusp of something big.
q Blind Pretty’s Ned Ambrose, Della Baldwin and Jesse Falzon are back after quietly crafting their second EP. Photo: supplied.
Farm fire vehicle scheme launched after series of trials
FARMERS and rural landholders can now register to use Farm Firefighting Vehicles (FFVs) to respond to emergency bushfires near their property.
Last Wednesday, the NSW Government launched a conditional registration scheme to enable typically unregistered FFVs to be used legally and under the protection of insurance.
FFVs are commonly small trucks, utes or trailers with fixed water, pumps or fire management equipment, kept on farms to be rapidly deployed in the event of a fire.
The move follows two previous trials of around 350 FFVs.
The new scheme offers a lower cost conditional registration, which includes inspection for a light vehicle and the issuing of a licence plate expected to be a maximum of $209.
The cost for conditional registration will drop after the first year with the cost, including an inspection estimated at $126 (or $75 when inspection not
required), subject to CPI and CTP increases.
Under the scheme, vehicles will be subject to the following requirements:
• Vehicle inspections as per the Authorised Inspection Scheme to establish registration, with inspection required every second year and registration to be renewed annually.
• Firefighting equipment must be permanently and securely attached to the vehicle.
• Vehicles must only be used for emergencies, not regular operations.
• May use roads up to 50km away from garaging addresses east of the Newell Highway, with no distance limit from garaging addresses west of the Newell Highway.
Minister for Roads Jenny Aitchison said, “We know that in many regional areas, farmers are often the first on scene at bushfires.
“This change is about ensuring farmers and other road users are safe when they respond to bushfire
emergencies.
“During the 2019-2020 bushfires, I spent a lot of time with farmers, tourism operators and other members of regional and rural communities who were so badly impacted by that catastrophic bushfire season.
“I heard firsthand stories of the heroism and bravery shown by farmers standing side-by-side with our RFS and other emergency services to fight bushfires."
NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Commissioner Trent Curtin said the reform comes at a crucial time, with most of the state entering the Bush Fire Danger Period last week.
“Farmers know their land better than anyone, and when a fire starts nearby their quick action can make all the difference,” he said.
“This reform will continue the strong relationship between landholders and the RFS, leveraging all available resources and the expertise and dedication of farmers in safeguarding our communities.”
NSW Farmers’ President Xavier Martin said the new scheme was
progress on solving the problem facing farmer volunteers after years of advocacy.
“These vehicles are lightning quick at getting to fires and getting them under control – but it’s simply not practical to register these units when they’re primarily used on farm for just a few months each year,” Mr Martin said.
“A more reasonable method to conditionally register these units for their specific purpose, so they can be used legally and under the protection of third-party insurance, is much needed – and this is a step towards that.”
With farmers able to apply to register their units under the scheme from 7 October, Mr Martin said NSW Farmers would monitor the scheme to ensure it was fit-forpurpose for farmers across the state.
“There’s still conditions around distance, permanently attached firefighting equipment and vehicle inspections (including costs) that must be met as part of the scheme, so it’s certainly not a perfect solution, but this is an important starting point after two trials,” Mr
Martin said.
“It has taken a long time to get here and this scheme has got to work for our farmer volunteers, who are the ones that use these units to fight fires and protect not just their farms, but their communities too.”
While acknowledging the move, the NSW Nationals called out delays in implementing the scheme, saying the announcement came after “two years of sustained pressure by the Opposition”.
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Gurmesh Singh said the “commonsense change” is a good start but more needs to be done to reduce red
tape.
“There are still questions around some of the stringent guidelines,” he said.
“We don’t want a situation where people are being rejected for things like needing to have the equipment permanently attached, which might not be practical for a farmer in a day to day sense.”
Service NSW is ready to assist people with their applications with eligible customers able to apply and pay their registrations in-person at their nearest Service NSW Centre.
More details including eligibility requirements are available on the Service NSW website.
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q Bowraville Theatre Singers Musical Director Paul Jarman will again be at the helm as the group delivers its new performance, ‘We Are Many: Songs of Australia’.
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By Mick BIRTLES
CELEBRATING the soul of the nation in song, the Bowraville Theatre Singers (BTS) are preparing to bring to life Australia’s diverse history and spirit in their new powerful performance, “We Are Many: Songs of Australia”.
The concert will feature a rich program of songs about Australia or written by Australian composers.
From a local Gumbaynggirr song of welcome to a Torres Strait Islander song and dance, the performance spans the country’s diverse cultural and historical journey.
“Audiences can expect music that honours Anzacs, farmers, adventurers, immigrants, our First Nations people, and dreamers; the people and stories that shape the Australian identity,” BTS Musical Director Paul Jarman told News Of The Area.
The repertoire includes traditional favourites, contemporary choral works, and pieces by acclaimed composers including Jarman and his partner Bonnie Nilsson, and acclaimed songwriter Stewart Peters.
Such was the response to the last BTS performance, the first one featuring Jarman as Musical Director, the Bowraville Arts
BTS member Christine Wilson told NOTA of the group’s excitement regarding the pending performances.
“There’s a real sense of camaraderie and deep emotional connection in this
performance as we are not just singing these songs, we are sharing stories that matter to us.”
The group promises an uplifting and inclusive experience for all generations, with joyful performances shaped by weeks of dedicated rehearsal and a shared passion for making music together.
“We Are
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on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025. Doors open at 1:30pm, with music starting at 2:00pm. Tickets are $25 (plus booking fee) via TicketHost, or available at the door if not sold out.
Saturday & Sunday, 25th & 26th October
Council - whose volunteers operate the Bowraville Theatre - are expecting sold out performances.
Many: Songs
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Support for businesses downstream of timber mills
A TOTAL of $5 million in funding will be made available to support downstream businesses who have been impacted by the moratorium on timber harvesting within the proposed boundary of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP).
The new Forestry Industry Supply Chain Program will offer help worth up to $100,000 to downstream businesses that relied on impacted timber mills, so they can meet increased operating costs.
Eligible businesses will have generally sourced their hardwood or wood by-products from one of the impacted sawmills.
They can now apply for assistance to cover the cost differences of sourcing
similar products from a new supplier, including for an increase in freight costs.
Downstream businesses could include specialised operations that process timber into finished or semi-finished goods, such as furniture manufacturers.
Eligible businesses could also include businesses that use sawdust for biomass energy generation, or use eligible wood by-products such as wood chip, wood shavings, and sawdust.
Minister for Agriculture and Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said, “Our Government’s priority has been supporting the impacted mills and their workers, and now we have more details on those businesses operating
downstream of the mills, we have been able to develop this program of support for them.
“When we announced the proposed boundaries and moratorium for the new park we stated we would provide financial assistance to impacted businesses and this supply chain support program is a demonstration of that occurring.”
NSW Nationals MPs say the support program will do nothing to provide long term certainty to impacted businesses.
Party Leader Dugald Saunders said the $100,000 is “fake support that will do little more than tick a box”.
“A cap of $5 million to mitigate the flow on effects of this cruel decision
is a drop in the ocean when you consider some of these businesses are being obliterated and will continue to be impacted for years to come,” Mr Saunders said.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said the announcement was a sign that previous consultation with the timber industry had been ignored.
“This is hardly an inspirational announcement from the Government when the stop-work orders will mean hundreds of families will struggle to put food on the table in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis,” Mr Singh said.
“The paltry support on offer shows the Premier, the Environment Minister and the Agriculture Minister haven’t been listening to the people who have been saying for years
there could have been a positive way forward with a smaller footprint that would have meant they didn’t have to lose everything overnight.”
Additional support currently being offered to affected workers and their families includes:
• Business Continuity payments flowing to impacted mills to ensure workers are being paid while further support is being finalised
• The Rural Financial Counselling Service providing free and independent financial counselling to businesses
• Training Services NSW providing advice on training to bridge skills gaps and helping to identify suitable job opportunities
• TELUS Health services providing 24/7 confidential mental
‘Art of Nature’ attracts capacity crowd
By Andrew VIVIAN
THE Valla Beach Community Hall was packed to capacity on Friday, 26 September for the opening night of the “Art of Nature” exhibition.
Fairy lights outside created a festival atmosphere as attendees chatted and mingled, before a warm Welcome to Country was conducted by Gumbaynggirr Elder Uncle Gary Williams.
Group leader Heather Rose and the Valla Beach Good Vibes Acapella singing group performed their song ‘Happiness’, which has been played on ABC Radio National and was written by group members.
The Wild Women of Anywhere Beach also performed some of their original songs, which called on listeners to love and protect wildlife.
On Saturday, locals and tourists alike perused the exhibition in good numbers.
A relaxing session of
meditation and music, infused with Gumbaynnggir language, was led by Ilka Schroeder, while Gregory Coates provided a fascinating glimpse into the techniques and inspiration of a professional painter with his demonstration in the evening.
Bellingen Environment Centre President Cath Eaglesham, from Thora, said, “It was a pleasure to attend the opening night of ‘Art of Nature’, hosted by the
dedicated members of Forest Ecology Alliance, where Mary Forbes’ exquisite oil paintings were exhibited for the first time.
“I was impressed by John Bennett's evocative film and the gorgeous rock art of Rex Sharkey.”
Other attendees were equally engaged.
Liz Henderson from Valla Beach said the opening of the exhibition “had it all”.
“Beautiful art,
health and financial counselling services to affected workers and their immediate family.
The NSW Government has also committed $6 million to a Community Grants package which will provide support to small businesses and the community on the Mid North Coast.
The NSW Rural Assistance Authority is administering the Forestry Industry Supply Chain Program.
Applications will open on Tuesday 7 October 2025 and close on 8 December 2025, or when available funding is allocated.
For further information about the Forestry Industry Supply Chain Support Program, including eligibility and guidelines, go to www.nsw.gov.au/ greatkoalanationalpark
delicious refreshments and entertainment plus informative talks from conservationists and artists,” she said.
Bundagen’s Jill Everett said the exhibition was a “wonderful reminder of how important art and community are for protecting and acknowledging the value of our environment”.
“The standard of the art work was very high and the community effort and camaraderie was commendable,” Jill said.
Valla Beach local Georgette Allen said the event was “uplifting and fabulous for community awareness raising”.
She also described the art and crafts on show as being of a “wonderful standard”.
Organiser Judith Kirwood from the Forest Ecology Alliance thanked both the artists involved and the broader community.
“We are blessed to have so many talented, local artists supporting our work and a community who understand
Landmarks lit blue for Carers Week
By Andrea FERRARI
the value of all the benefits that healthy forests and waterways have for us,” she said.
On Sunday, a keen group joined John Bennett on his Poets’ Walk at southern Valla Beach.
Sightings of wildlife, including a goanna, snake, a whale and a “welcome swallow” bird made it seem as though nature was celebrating the exhibition too.
will be lit in blue light, stretching from stadiums and hotels to bridges, town halls and visitor centres.
NATIONAL Carers Weeks begins on Sunday 12 October with local landmarks across NSW to be bathed in blue. The Big Banana in Coffs Harbour will beam in blue as will the Macksville Bridge.
provide care to a family member or friend.
Marking the beginning of National Carers Week (12-18 October 2025) the lightings celebrate the 958,500 people who
From Carers NSW, the state’s peak nongovernment organisation for carers, CEO Elena Katrakis said the campaign is about recognition and connection.
Carers are mostly
individuals who provide support to a family member or friend who has a disability, mental illness, drug and/or alcohol dependency, chronic condition, terminal illness or who is frail.
“Carers are the quiet achievers in our
communities, providing daily support to family and friends with little recognition,” Ms Katrakis said.
“Lighting up NSW in blue is a beautiful way to say, ‘we see you, we thank you, and we celebrate you’.”
Across NSW, 17 sites
Carers NSW is inviting the community to get involved by capturing the blue-lit landmarks and sharing them on social media.
Photos can be uploaded using #LightUpWithCarersNSW.
q Gregory Coates demonstrating his painting techniques. Photo: Judith Kirwood.
q Ceramist Lynn Walsh with some of her work. Photo: Judith Kirwood.
Enjoy a moment of calm
By Jen HETHERINGTON
MACLEAY Valley Farm at Clybucca will host a free event on Friday, 10 October to mark World Mental Health Day.
Organisers say the event, which runs from 12:30pm to 2:30pm, offers visitors the chance to “connect with nature, care for animals, and enjoy a moment of calm”.
Farm manager Steph and husband Dan said they have always dreamed of “connecting others to nature, to farm life, and to each other”.
“My journey began with a simple love for my chickens and veggie patch,” Steph said, “and I used to joke that if I could find a way to make a living feeding my chickens and watering my broccoli, I’d be living the dream!”
Macleay Valley Farm is located at Syd Sutherlands Lane, Clybucca, find them on Facebook.
Community markets draw biggest crowd in over a decade
By Mick BIRTLES
HORDES of visitors and locals alike converged on Valla Beach over the October long weekend, with the popular Valla Beach Community Markets enjoying their best attendance in over a decade.
A perfect storm of spring sunshine, school holiday visitors, and the 47th annual Valla Beach Hot Rod Run drew record-breaking crowds to the market, with organisers estimating that between 1,500 and 2,000 people attended the event.
“It’s the biggest market I’ve seen there in 11 years,” Ceri Wrobel from the Valla Beach Community Association told News Of The Area.
“You could honestly say they
came in their thousands.”
The market hosted an impressive 84 stalls, showcasing a diverse mix of locally made handicrafts, baked goods, condiments, clothing, plants, produce, and more.
Attendees also enjoyed a wide array of food options, including the ever-popular sausage and steak sandwiches from the Valla Lions Club. Entertainment was a major drawcard, headlined by renowned musical duo Snez & Stewart, who were followed up by The Valley Line Dancers.
for hula hooping throughout the day, while kids also lined up for the everpopular face painting and a number of free children’s activities.
Artists performing at the Community Markets are now able to make the most of a recently constructed state-of-the-art permanent stage and performance space at the Valla Beach Reserve.
The young ones had plenty to keep them engaged with Hulistic Hoops providing lively opportunities
Last weekend’s markets have organisers and stallholders alike celebrating the turnout as a major win for local enterprise and tourism.
Organisers have now set their sights on the next Valla Beach Community Markets scheduled for Saturday 6 December.
q The CWA Nambucca Valley Evening Branch offered baked goods and other hand-crafted delicacies.
q Snez and Stewart Peters entertaining the large crowd at last weekend’s markets
q Local family Julieanna, Dean, Christian, Solomon and River Goodwin.
q Congarinni Vale Bush Food Artisans were among the many stalls promoting Nambucca Valley produce.
q The team from the Valla Lions Club served up fine food to hundreds of hungry market-goers.
q Hulistic Hoops provided endless healthy fun for all ages.
q Ceri and Rick Wrobel of the Valla Beach Community Association on hand to assist visitors on arrival at the Valla Beach Community Markets.
Splash Pad opens for holiday crowds
By Mick BIRTLES
A NEW attraction in Nambucca Heads had families flocking to Bellwood Park during the October long weekend.
It was the official opening of the “Splash Pad”, a vibrant new play space featuring spraying and splashing water features designed to keep kids cool for hours on end.
Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee and a number of Councillors and Council staff visited the site last Thursday, witnessing children enjoying the water features during a demonstration run of the facility.
“It was great to see children enjoying the Splash Pad last week,” Mayor Lee told News Of The Area.
“It builds on our region’s already great reputation for providing outdoor fun and is an excellent addition to a park already adjacent to a river.
“I’m proud of Council’s Engineering Services team for
meeting its commitment to have it built and open by the October long weekend, giving our influx of visitors a fantastic new offering to enjoy.”
The facility is open daily from 8:30am until roughly half an hour before dusk.
The Splash Pad’s water features operate on an automatic cycle of approximately three minutes, with a 40-second pause between each cycle.
To reactivate the features, children can press a button mounted on a post at the edge of the pad.
It was delivered with funding support from the Australian Government’s Local Community Infrastructure Program Phase 4, and Nambucca Valley Council.
At its February Ordinary Meeting, Council also resolved to pursue funding for a potential splash pad in Bowraville, although no funding source has yet been secured.
q The Bellwood Park Splash Pad has become an instant hit with locals and visitors, prompting Council to consider a similar facility for Bowraville.
Scotts Head Art Prize brings community together
By Jen HETHERINGTON
THE October long weekend turned on spectacular beachside conditions for the 2025 Scotts Head Art Prize, with a packed Opening Night on Friday evening.
For the second year running the Scotts Head community rallied to support local artists, showcasing their amazing works at the Macksville Scotts Head Surf Life Saving Club.
Organisers Kristin Hardiman, Tracey Bowden, Kerrie Swan and Briony Magoffin staged the exhibition once again, with entries from Taree to Coffs Harbour.
“We are enormously grateful to the Macksville Scotts Head Surf Life Saving Club for the use of their awesome venue, and for all those who have supported us through donations for raffles and grazing table, setting up the show, working the bar and in the kitchen, the many musicians entertaining our visitors
each day, and most importantly to our generous donor who covered our prize money,” Kerrie said.
Tracey told News Of The Area, “A huge thank you to judges Eddie Frankel and Olivia Parker for the difficult task of judging the competition once again.
“We love your feedback and
dedication to the arts.”
Legendary local photographer Chris Hewgill was among the entrants this year.
“[I was] stoked to put in a surf canvas of local legend surfer Margie (Queen of the Point) at the Scotts Head Art Show, but was surprised when 1993 World Champion Pauline
q Organisers Tracey Bowden and Kerrie Swan were pleased to showcase the ‘Best in
Menczer, a friend of Margie's, turned up to support her!” Show winners included: Best in Show: John Dowzart
Section 1 - Painting: Joy Le Cerf
Section 2 - Photography: Kat Crawley
Section 3 - Drawing: Colleen Palmer
Section 5 - Mixed Media: Kay Thurston.
The organisers congratulated all the winners and those Highly Commended, many of whom are local to the village, and look forward to more community creativity in 2026.
q Chris ‘Hewy’ Hewgill, Margie (Queen of the Point) and 1993 World Champion Pauline
Section 4 - 3D: Glen Wilkinson
Menczer.
Show’ work by local artist John Dowzart.
q Artists and support staff gathered after the winning announcements on Monday afternoon.
q Georgia Cortes Raynor and her musical partner Warren Cox entertained visitors on Opening Night.
Coffs hosts National Youth Championships
By Aiden BURGESS
AUSTRALIA's best young touch footballers have played off for national titles in Coffs Harbour.
The city hosted the National Youth Championships for the second straight year, featuring over four big days of representative touch football at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and surrounding fields.
The Coffs Coast hosted Australia’s premier youth touch football event, contested by the nation’s best young players across a unique mix of school, regional, and state representative teams.
Teams played off for national titles in eight divisions; boys and girls Under 12s, Under 14s, Under 16s, and Under 18s.
Coffs Coast’s best junior players were part of the Northern Eagles representative teams, as they took on other rep teams from
across the country.
The Northern Eagles are a representative region which encompasses a large part of Northern NSW.
The Northern Eagles Under 16s Girls team were one of a record 125 teams to take part in this year’s Championships.
Coffs Coast players Kalani Grayson, Adelaide Keating, Isabel Kelly, and Layci Teale were part of the Eagles side.
Adelaide described what made the country’s top teams so hard to play against.
“They are just so strong, as they get to train together all the time, and they play with each other a lot which helps their teamwork,” she said.
Isabel said playing nationals at home had its advantages.
“It’s good because we don’t have to travel far and we can just go back home after each day and sleep in our own bed, and we have
our family come and watch,” she said.
Team captain Audrey Hannaford from Gunnedah said it was her side’s mentality against the strong teams that pleased her the most.
“Probably just our attitude not to give up, especially against the harder teamsconsidering how much they train together. It’s a very hard competition,” she said.
She explained the difficulties of players from such a large representative region coming together to train.
“We’ve got quite a vast distance, from Port Macquarie, Taree, Ballina, Grafton, Gunnedah, and Tamworth, and we go inland as well as along the coast,” she said.
“And we have very little training sessions just due to the vast distance, and it’s very hard for everyone to get there all at once due to the travel.”
Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
By Chris KNIGHT
WHEN the dust (literally) settled at the conclusion of 2025's most prestigious open event at the Nambucca Heads Island Golf Course, two accomplished left-handers stood supreme.
The Good Time Charlie's Cup was played over 36 holes on the Sunday and Monday of the long weekend and for the first time it was accorded Vardon event status, which catches the eye of elite amateurs from across NSW.
Newcastle's Steven Slappendel (+2.3 handicap) posted rounds of 69-67 to win the Div 1 gross, one ahead of rising youngster and fellow cack-hander Max Neal (+3.1) who carded 71-66.
"It was challenging out there being so dry but the greens were unbelievably good - everything just rolled so true," Sawtell junior Neal said.
Nambucca's Ashton Herbert (5) won the nett with 137, one better than clubmate Ken Klem (10), with Troy Herbert (4) taking third on 140.
Bonville's Nathan Trezise (+1.3) won the Sunday nett with 70 ahead of Graham Watson (6) on 71. Daniel Wren (9) smashed with 66 nett to win on the Monday from Port Macquarie's Paul Dawson (6) on 67.
In Div 2, Steve Doherty (18) took the 36-hole nett with 140, one better than Macksville's Michael Ziebell
(12). Kempsey's Tony Graham (15) was third on 141.
Garry Johnstone (15) won the Sunday nett from Daniel Wassens, and Stephen Kimber saluted in round two from Dylan Mann.
The women and Div 3 men got a ticket out of jail, playing a stableford instead of strokeplay.
Kerrie Eichorn (11) was simply the best for the 36-hole main prize with 51 points, four ahead of runnerup Deidre Fletcher (13).
Louise Ainsworth (36) collected the nett ahead of runner-up Denise Paluch (17) and Narelle Delaney (32).
Heather Gray (25) and Angela Van Zeeland (16) headed the field home on Sunday and Jennifer Ainsworth (35) and Henny Oldenhove (19) walked the walk on Monday.
Burleigh Golf Club's Philip Woodgate won the men's Div 3 with 75 points, six clear of runner-up Andrew Cuthbertson.
Meanwhile, in form Daniel Wren (10) and Port Macquarie's Samuel Johnson (6) got their kicks on a famous American highway in the Nambucca Liquor men's Monthly Medal on Saturday, 4 October.
Both carded 66 nett, with Wren taking the A Grade on countback.
Peter Farrell (5) won the gross with 74.
Stephen McNeil (15) has been in a deepest patch of purple since
Prince turned himself into a symbol - returning the best nett of the day, 64, to scorch B Grade from Garry Johnstone (15) on 68. Paul Ryan (16) won the gross with 85.
Christopher Lucas (19) was too strong in C Grade with 66 nett, three ahead of Ray Guiana (28). Urpo Ylinen (20) won the gross with 90.
Ken Klen nailed an anacondalength putt on the first to bag the Ecomist voucher, while the pins went to Mike Raymond on 5, Paddy Byrne on 7, Steve Frost on 8 and Guiana on 15. Tristram Edwards scored the Pizza This Pizza That prize on 13 and Christopher Lucas had $70 in his kick from the Pro Pin on 18.
Rocco Kinnear (38) broke the ton off the bat for 44 points to smash Div 2 in the Nambucca Newsagency medley stableford on Thursday, 2 October. The playing nicely, if you don't mind, Club Captain Ray Guiana was next best with 40.
Ken Marriott (20) took out Div 1 with 40 points, one ahead of young gun Ashton Herbert (4).
Nathan Ison got the putt from afar on 1 and the pin on 8. Stephen McNeil was nearest on 5, Rob Coneybeare on 7 and Andrew Donovan on 15. Guiana boxed a gourmet pizza on 13 and Steve Doherty swept the $65 Pro Pin on the last.
Henny Oldenhove (18) is riding a rampant run and posted a stonking 43 points to blitz Div 1 of the single
Cricket gets underway
By Aiden BURGESS
WITH winter sports having reigned supreme over the last few months, a number of Coffs Coast sportspeople are ready to return to the field for the pre-eminent summer sport - the 2025/26 Sixers Cricket League.
The Coffs Harbour season gets underway this Saturday afternoon when Nana Glen Lizards begin their premiership defence against Diggers Cricket Club at Fitzroy Oval.
Diggers return to the first-grade competition after a one-year absence and as a result of last year being a five-team competition.
Last season’s runners-up Sawtell Cricket Club begin the new season at home when they host Coffs Colts Cricket Club at Richardson Park.
Last season’s wooden spooners the Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels will look for a return to finals action, and begin their new season by hosting last season’s preliminary finalists Bellingen District Cricket Club at the Wiigulga Sports Complex.
This season will feature 10 rounds of one-day matches, and five rounds of two-day matches.
The second-grade season also gets underway this weekend, with the Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels beginning their premiership defence against Urunga Cricket Club in Urunga.
Defending third grade champions Diggers Cricket Club start their season against Bellingen District Cricket Club at Reg Ryan Oval.
Defending fourth grade champions Woolgoolga Cricket Club Rebels start their season against Sawtell Cricket Club at Jetty Oval.
This is the second season the Coffs Harbour District Cricket Association competition has been rebranded the Sixers Cricket League.
This season’s T20 Cup gets underway on Thursday, 20 November.
Nana Glen Lizards are the defending champions after having an undefeated T20 Cup campaign last season.
stableford and Top Ten qualifier on Wednesday, 1 October. Maxine Townsend was runner-up on 37.
Jan Harris (30) had 38 points to beat Kay McGoldrick (33) on countback in Div 2.
Harris and Mavis Davis (wonder if she ever had a gig with Avis) won the pins on 8, Narelle Delaney on 13 and Lyndee Thomas was cheering with the $29 Pro Pin on 18.
Delaney (32) was again to the fore to win the Toyota Genuine Service Island Challenge on Tuesday, 30 September.
A par on the last gave her 66 nett, and it was needed to win the countback from Mark Seagrim (33).
Heather Gray (25) completed the podium with 71 to win the women's
best nett prize.
Club Junior Champion Ashton Herbert had a fine one over par 70 to win the gross.
Each collecting a sleeve of balls for the pins were Ross Morpuss on 5, Darrell Flanders on 7, Philip Woodgate on 8, Bruce Fleming on 13, Paddy Byrne on 15 and Colin Habgood on the last.
Catchya on The Island, where the river grabbed me four times on the first two holes on Saturday and the handicap was all goooone. Far safer to linger on the clubhouse riverside deck and enjoy the restaurant food, refreshments and company and yell unsolicited advice to people teeing off on the 1st.
Max Neal is a dual member of Sawtell and Bonville and stormed home to finish runner-up in the Good Time Charlie's Cup at Nambucca Heads.
q Phenom
q The Northern Eagles Under 16s Girls team.
Magic Mariners
By Aiden BURGESS
THE best junior Oztag players from the Coffs Coast and Greater Port Macquarie are set to join forces again, when they take on Australia’s finest next week.
The Australian Junior Championships are being held in Coffs Harbour from Friday 17 October to Sunday 19 October, at the C.ex Coffs International Stadium and surrounding fields.
For the third year, the region’s two Oztag associations will come together as the Mid North Coast Mariners.
Before 2023, Coffs Harbour Thunder teams competed at the Australian Junior Championships, before combining with Port Macquarie to form the Mid North Coast Mariners.
Mariners teams will feature in five girls divisions and four boys divisions.
Teams from across Australia will play-off for national titles across 18 divisions, with finals to be held on Sunday.
Coffs Harbour will also host the Australian Senior Championships from 7-9 November.
Macksville Country Club Golf
By Max TURNER
NIKKI Laird started the final round of the ladies Championships with a one shot lead over consistent rival Jo Montague.
The final round resulted in no change with Nikki going on to win the championship and Jo finishing as runner up.
The Net winner was Carmel Freudenstein.
Played in conjunction Carmel won the weekly Stableford ahead of runner up Jo Montague.
On Saturday the stroke event sponsored by Trisley's Electrical was won by Ross Donnelly with a net 69 winning him the Monthly medal. Runner up Mike Simpson with a one over par won the Spoon for the best gross score.
Division 2 winner was Jim Wilkes with Peter Harper runner up. Mid Week Competition winner was Graham John Everett with Dylan Mann runner-up.
The nine hole Chook Run was won by Tom Hodgson with Jim Wilkes finishing runner up and also collecting a nearest the pin.
q Ladies Championship winner Nikki Laird with runner up Jo Montague.
Nambucca Bowls Report
By Charlie POTTER
WEDNESDAY Oct 1. There were 26 entries for the Selected Triples and the day's winners were Ann-Marie Johnson and Bruce Mason. Second place went to Drew Stephens, Elaine Fleming and Psycho Carr with B Hoitink, P Chibhall and Chris Brownlie third. Lucky Losers to Leon Stevens, Doug Cedelland and Stu Garvey. Wayne Bolton drew Lucky Bowler for the $300 Jackpot but as
it had to go off, he drew his rink for the consolation $150, shared with Glen Brady, Neil Duffus and Peter Meehan.
Fri Oct 3. 64 players. W Ross, Adam Laird and Col Crawford won the day. Headbutt Hynes and "H" were second and Perry McNally, Bill Mann and Mick Boyle third. Lucky Losers were Ray Hunt, Stoi and Todd Ryan. Alan Cosgrave drew Lucky Bowler and his rink for the Jackpot of $60 but no indication of
U3A Fishing for Fun
By Bruce REDMAN
IT WAS back to Valla Beach this month.
That normally means you catch bream, flathead and whiting in Deep Creek. It turned out to be mainly bream this time.
The whiting were present but too cagey to take the bait.
Talking of bait, the most successful choice was ham.
There always seems to be someone who stars. This time it was Dan.
He kept hauling in bream with one flathead to break the monotony.
He didn’t catch the best fish of the day, that was Morelle with a nice bream.
The sad end to that story is after Morelle had her photograph taken the fish escaped and jumped back into Deep Creek.
Felicity is a consistent angler and once again caught her regular bream
while Greg caught a bream so small it didn't show up in the photograph. If this fishing news has wet your appetite then you can also join in by
his partners in the carve up.
Trisley's Twilight 2 Bowl Triples has been moved back a week to Oct 23 due to a clash with the Everest Dinner.
The Equal Gender Pennants has a sheet up for those interested in playing (Peter Fredericks, you have nominated twice, which could complicate things if you are picked in the same team as yourself).
There is also a sheet on the board for the Club Pairs which closes Oct 24 and matches are carded for Nov 2, 15, 16, 22.
being a member of this U3A fishing group. Contact Greg on 0427689400 by text or calling to get started.
Greg provides tuition to new members as part of his role not only for U3A but also as a volunteer with NSW Fisheries.
Nambucca Valley Bridge Club News
By Barbara MARANIK
REMINDER to one & All.
Our annual charity day will be Saturday 25th October.
Come to play Bridge & Support a worthy cause the Nambucca Foodhub. See you there. Results for Week ending 5th October 2025
Monday 29th September 2025
North/South 1st Susie Keur & Les Sinclair 67%, 2nd Peter Plunkett-Cole & Rosemary Bateman 56%, 3rd Gaye Beters & Theda Faulwetter 43% East/West
1st Amy Hodson & Sue Paff 53%, Equal 2nd Doris Peters & Paula Guthrie plus Mike & Linda Siford 51%
Tuesday 30th September 2025
1st Equal Alison Savage & Vicki Walker, plus Greg Wood & Paula Guthrie 53%, 3rd Equal Carol McKee & Michael Finucane plus Maureen Cowan & Barb Maranik 46%
Thursday 2nd October 2025
North/South
1st Pauly Griffin & Mike Siford 64%, 2nd Susie Keur & Peter Plunkett-Cole 57%,
1st Equal Maureen Cown & barb Maranik plus Linda & Mike Siford 57%
3rd Louise & Gary Walton 56%
Bowra Bowls Report
By Greg DOOLAN
SOCIAL Bowls winners on Thursday 2nd were Pat Clough, Trev Ryan and Showbags with Andy Dal Santo winning the lucky bowlers cash.
Saturday 4th saw a good entry of 22 bowlers, thanks to the roll up of a good number from Macksville (male & female) for a great afternoon.
Winners were Pat Cahill, Wayne Brown & Heather Edwards and the runners up prizemoney went to Julie Townsend, Ida Down and Mark Coleman. Mike Oldham took home the lucky bowler cash.
Two Major Pairs games played last week-end with both winning teams advancing to the semis. Neil Pollard and Jimmy Harter (who
were absolutely on fire) had a comfortable win over the Doolans, Craig and Greg 29-12 and will meet Alan McKibbon and Storky Mitchell this week-end in the first semifinal after their upset win over Pat Clough and Pud Laverty 24-12. The second semi-final will be played between Tracey Armes and Paul O’Neill versus Dean Roe and Steve Wellington.
Take notice bowlers that the annual Bowra Classic Triplesw Tournament is set down for Saturday November 22nd and there is three thousand dollars prizemoney up for grabs. Only 26 teams are accepted, so organize your side now and contact Neil on 0406962168. Get in early to avoid disappointment.
q The Mid North Coast Mariners 12s Girls team at the 2023 Australian Junior Championships.
q Dan’s Flathead.
q Felicity's Bream.
q Morelle with catch of the day.
By Manny WOOD
Promises become property problems
PENDING the birth of their first child, Peter and Jane were staying with Jane’s mother, Betty.
At the time, Betty was involved in a difficult divorce with her husband.
They agree that if Peter and Jane help Betty with finance, they can retain the home and in return they would be registered on title.
As the family grew, Betty was to move into the granny flat, which required substantial renovations.
The property is refinanced and Peter and Jane begin working on the granny flat.
As part of the refinance, Peter and Jane are registered on title as to 10 percent each.
Unfortunately, a few years later, following an argument between Peter and Betty, their relationship breaks down.
Peter and Jane say that they are entitled to compensation for the work they have done on the property and say that they are also each entitled to a 1/3 interest in the property, as per promises that they say Betty made to them during the course of the refinance.
Betty denies that there was any binding arrangement regarding the 1/3 interests and says that the improvements that Peter and Jane made to the property were substandard.
The parties are unable to resolve their differences and the matter proceeds to determination by the Supreme Court.
The Court hears evidence from the parties regarding the alleged arrangement between them and conducts a careful analysis of the improvements that Peter and Jane say they made as well as the financial contributions regarding mortgage repayments and the payment of outgoings such as council rates and insurance.
Ultimately, the Court decides that Peter and Jane are not entitled to more than the 10 percent that they each hold as registered proprietors and that their improvements to the property do not constitute a basis for an increase.
The Court does however recognise that Peter and Jane made contributions towards the repayment of the mortgage which entitles them to an additional one percent share of the property.
This case demonstrates the importance of formally documenting family arrangements, particularly involving real estate.
This fictional column is not legal advice.
A win for species and the region’s future
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE announcement of the Great Koala National Park (GKNP) this month has not only been a win for all the threatened species that live in the forests of the Mid North Coast, but also for the future of this region.
In a time when the world is rapidly changing, the world needs actions that recognise the need for a different way forward.
We can no longer continue to do the things we have been doing in the past that harm the planet.
The ecosystem services that a thriving, healthy environment provides for free are now
Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN On theCouch
Workers being left behind
DEAR News Of The Area,
AS a Kempsey local and timber worker for 25 years, I’m deeply disappointed that the government has overlooked sound science and policy in favour of creating a massive Koala Park.
However I am even more disappointed with the way a number of local elected representatives have swallowed the government's spin that workers will be taken care of without talking to workers like me to understand the real impact.
Fact: the current support package is less generous than what was offered by the previous Liberal-National Government, and even less than what the Victorian Government provided just last year.
Fact: According to the government’s own research, timber workers in our region earn twice as much as those in tourism.
If tourism jobs do magically materialise, workers will need substantial support to make up for the 50% pay cut.
Fact: There are already more workers impacted than the government initially predicted, and they are struggling to all get genuine assistance.
It’s unfortunate that workers are being left behind by this government.
A thoughtful plan could have supported both sustainable jobs and a Koala Park.
Regards, John GUNST, Kempsey.
Better planning to increase cyclist and road safety
DEAR News Of The Area,
THE sleepy seaside town of Urunga boasts family friendly caravan parks and regional roads extending throughout the Bellingen Shire.
Perfect for exploring the local countryside and neighbouring villages, including out to the Great Koala National Park, on a bicycle.
Yet, many in the community disagree.
Last Friday (26 September) a discussion on the Urunga Facebook Page showed just how frustrated the locals are with cyclists using the roads.
Less than 24 hours later, a Facebook Admin had to close the discussion to stop the massive (negative) responses being received.
Most found cyclists to be inconsiderate, not obeying road rules, and slowing the traffic unnecessarily.
The community questioned the right for cyclists to be on any road at all.
under threat.
Our forests, for example, produce rain and provide a catchment-wide filter system that protects our drinking water and ensures all the other things that depend on that vital resource can continue.
The pressure of a dryer and hotter climate is already being realised across the country and across the globe.
The supercharged storms, massive floods, longer and more severe droughts, and new threats like massive algal blooms that are devastating South Australia's marine environment are all examples of what is currently happening.
We must start the process of
Email Jasminda: media@newsofthearea.com.au
DEAR Jasminda,
A mutual friend often offers me job opportunities during social gatherings, but doesn't mention the subject again until the next time we catch up. Should I take these offers seriously and seek further information, or brush them off?
Katie L.
This declaration may scream “Ricky Resilience” when your mutual friend is sloshed, but with a fresh mind, he may instead view you as someone who over-promises and underdelivers (particularly if you have to call an Uber at the halfway mark). Does he ask about your career aspirations after you've performed a rousing acapella version of Aerosmith's Dream On at the monthly Open Mic night?
The cyclist on roads “issue” will become worse as e-bikes, tourists and new suburbs are being expanded into the region. The question is… what are we (as a community) going to do about it in both the immediate and long-term future?
Secondly, is the Urunga community sentiment the same for the remainder of the Mid North Coast?
Should we be actively planning and implementing a strategy in the region, or just ban cyclists from using specific roads etc? As one example, Coffs Harbour, right now, should be actively planning and building cycleways to enable cyclists to safely travel from the CBD to Solitary Island Way.
Many of the cycling road issues in Urunga have been previously documented and raised with Bellingen Council.
There is nothing they are already not aware of.
protecting, restoring, and repairing our natural heritage.
We need intact forests, rich biodiversity and clean waterways to support our way of life, food production, culture, safety and the general well-being of our community.
The GKNP enables our region to develop new ways of living and can catalyse the global shift necessary to ensure that future generations enjoy the advantages we have had the privilege of experiencing.
Regards, Dominic KING, Kalang
Dear Katie,
Social situations often involve social lubricants. Is your mutual friend half-tanked when these job opportunities are discussed? Are you?
I'd be wary about any work discussions that take place after multiple rounds of drinks.
In these situations, the mutual friend may be drawn to talents that don't translate to employability skills in the cold light of day. Does he for example say, ‘you'd be an asset to the workplace’, as you're shouting, 'I reckon I have another Mojito in me’. Then, ‘let's run home; it's only five kilometres'?’
The issue is funding and priorities of spending.
Their 10 year plan pays lip service to any new improvements or development for cyclists.
The only projects identified (within the next 10 years) are a 300m path alongside Giinagay Way; advocate for funding to deliver a safe cycling route between Bellingen and Urunga; and a shared path from new land release into Urunga.
That’s it!
There is no mention of linking Mylestom to Repton school or developing a safe cycling route between Coffs Harbour, Urunga and Nambucca Heads.
There is no mention of fixing cycling “blackspots”.
Maybe the problem is broader than the local Councils.
Why, for example, is there no separate cycleway along the new Coffs Harbour bypass?
The expectation is cyclists are welcome to use the shoulder (including in the three tunnels) on the 110 kph freeway.
Whilst that might be a cheaper solution, it really says a lot about the poor safety planning from our NSW State Government towards cyclists.
CEO Bicycle NSW Peter Mclean writes, “Of the 320 applications submitted to
Again, this self assurance is impressive, but your performative skills may irritate other staff in the open plan office. Alternatively, could he simply be waiting for you to show the same initiative you showed when you encouraged everyone to join in on a Nutbush City Limits dance-off and call him.
In future, ask him to clarify the specifics (including the next stage of the process).
Or, when the evening has reached its inevitable loosey-goosey stage, you could record him reciting the job opportunity (with permission, of course).
When you play the offer back the next day, you may decide that you don't want the position after all.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
the 2025/26 Get NSW Active program, just 76 received grants.
“That’s a 24 percent success rate.” It’s no wonder Councils are disenchanted with applying for funds.
Whichever way we proceed, the NSW Government (Transport for NSW) needs to prioritise cycling infrastructure in communities and fund them accordingly.
At the very least, all schools should have shared cycle paths leading to them.
Secondly, any roads (over 50 kph) identified as significant routes for cyclists should be marked accordingly.
Thirdly, new infrastructure projects should include safe, separate cycleways.
Perhaps more importantly, there needs to be ongoing education to all uses of roads on how to share them safely.
A lack of driver education is clearly identified in the Facebook comments.
I am of the opinion a few cyclists reaching out won’t make a difference, however a whole community declaring war on road cyclists just might.
Bring it on.
Regards, David SPEARS, Secretary, Dorrigo Urunga Bellingen Bicycle User Group.
Public Notices
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Nambucca Leagues and Sports Club Ltd is to be held at The Auditorium, Nambucca Heads RSL Club, 3 Nelson Street Nambucca Heads on Sunday 26th October at 10.30am
Members are kindly requested to submit written notice of any questions (financial and/or general) and Nominations to PO Box 25 Nambucca Heads by 6.00pm Friday 17th October. This requirement is necessary to enable accurate and factual answers to be researched for member’s information, prior to the meeting in accordance with the Club’s Constitution.
Nomination forms for Board Positions are available on request via email to manager@nambuccaleaguesandsportsclub.com.au or hard copies will be available from HLV Partners 46 Bowra Street Nambucca Heads. Completed nomination forms must be returned to HLV Partners no later than 5:00pm Friday 17th October. Positions for election include: President Vice President Treasurer, and Six Ordinary Directors
All Nominees should have a Directors Registration Number to participate in all Board positions.
Please direct any questions or concerns to the President via email to manager@nambuccaleaguesandsportsclub.com.au by 3.00pm Monday 13th October.
Public Notices
All Members of NVC Group Limited are hereby advised that, per the provisions of Clause 16.11.2 of the Constitution, nominations are now invited for two positions on the Board of Directors.
Members who, under the Constitution of the Company are eligible to do so and who wish to nominate for these positions, are invited to submit their nominations on the prescribed form to the undersigned at the address below no later than 5pm on the 15 October, 2025.
Nomination forms are available from Administration Officer Karina Johnson on 6598 5000 or admin@nvcl.org.au.
Completed nominations to be returned to: Company Secretary NVC Group Limited 23 Princess Street Macksville NSW 2447
SAT 11th 8.30 - 2pm Combined Sale, large variety of goods. 20 Rosedale Dr Urunga.
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proper introduction) and has a calm, easy going nature. Though untested with cats and children, a meet and greet will help ensure the right fit. Adoption fee for 2024/2025 is $230 this includes microchipping, vaccination, desexing and Lifetime registration. Please visit Councils website to view the full list of animals available for adoption or lost. For any adoption enquiries please complete the Adoption Enquiry Form on Council’s Website.
BEST ON THE BOX
FRIDAY
MOVIE: MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS
SEVEN, 8.30pm, PG (2022)
The third film adaptation of the 1958 novel by Paul Gallico is an utter cinematic delight. The great Lesley Manville (pictured) is perfectly cast as the determined and good-natured house cleaner, who’s intent on getting herself a Christian Dior dress. This of course means going on a trip to the City of Lights, where her unwavering spirit charms the uptight, haute couture elite. An inspired supporting cast including Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson and Jason Isaacs rounds out a superb production. Striking just the right balance, Mrs Harris Goes to Paris is most certainly a trip worth taking.
FRIDAY, October 10
6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Professor T. (Ma) Professor T is asked to investigate the murder of a doctor and her family when they are found dead on their living room sofa.
9.15 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.
9.50 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.15 The Assembly. (PG, R)
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.15 Silent Witness. (Mal, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
TUESDAY BUMP
NBN, 8.35pm
If you’re just now catching up on this quality homegrown drama, welcome to the chaotic, complicated lives of the Hernández and Chalmers-Davis clans. There’s five seasons – and a forthcoming Christmas movie – on Stan, but Nine is taking free-to-air viewers back to where it all began. Last week, we met ambitious teenager Oly (Nathalie Morris, pictured) on the most extreme day of her life – the day the schoolgirl delivered a surprise baby and everything changed. An honourable mention goes to Claudia Karvan as Oly’s mum Angie, who is the heart and soul of this series.
WEDNESDAY
THE IDEA OF AUSTRALIA
SBS, 7.30pm
Australia, where does the myth end and the truth begin?” So asks acclaimed actor Rachel Griffiths (pictured) in the trailer for this intriguing four-part series that questions how Australians see themselves and their future. The first instalment dives into the idea that we live on the land of a ‘fair go’. It’s a longheld belief that we live in an egalitarian society, but is it actually true when there’s a growing gap between the rich and poor? Among the pioneering Aussies who share their views over four episodes are Grace Tame, Rachel Perkins, Ray Martin and Craig Foster.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (R)
8.25 Lost Temples Of Cambodia. (PG, R) 9.25 Lost Treasures Of Egypt. (PGa)
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (MA15+av)
11.45 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+v, R)
2.00 Charles I: To Kill A King. (PG, R) 3.05 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 4.05 The Wheelhouse. (Mals, R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. A look around a luxury home on the Gold Coast.
8.30 MOVIE: Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris. (2022, PGl) An ordinary woman’s dream of owning a Christian Dior gown leads her on a Parisian adventure. Lesley Manville, Isabelle Huppert, Lambert Wilson.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: Beneath The Waves. (Premiere, PG)
8.40 MOVIE: Elvis. (2022, Mal, R) The life of Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s. Austin Butler, Tom Hanks.
11.40 Next Stop.
12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.00 Great Australian Detour. (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)
Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 Teen Titans Go! 8.00 To Be Advised. 8.25 BTN Newsbreak. 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Merlin. 10.45 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Bewitched. 10.30 Jeannie. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon Garden
6am Mosley. Continued. (2019, PG) 6.50 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 8.30 Murder Party. (2022, PG, French) 10.25 Haute Couture. (2021, M, French) 12.20pm Benediction. (2021, M) 2.55 The Straight Story. (1999, PG) 5.00 Selkie. (2000, PG) 6.40 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 8.30 The Assassination Of Jesse James. (2007, MA15+) 11.25 Lions For Lambs. (2007, M) 1.05am Late Programs.
6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Dog House. (PGa) A terrified cockapoo arrives in a bad state. 8.30 The Brighter Side. (Final) The team explores fresh paths to home ownership and shares tips to stay safe from scams. Adam Liaw cooks a curry. 9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner. 10.00 10’s Late News.
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6.00
Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M, R) 11.20 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PG)
8.25 75 Years At Longleat.
9.20 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication. (PGa, R)
10.20 Great Australian Walks. (PG, R)
11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Msv, R)
2.45 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R)
3.45 Urban Conversion. (R)
4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R)
4.45 Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6.00
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session. 1.00 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Practice session and support races. 4.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG) Presented by Chrissie Swan. 8.00 MOVIE: Die Hard: With A Vengeance. (1995, Mlv, R) A New York detective tries to stop a mad bomber who is holding the city to ransom. Bruce Willis, Samuel L Jackson. 10.30 MOVIE: Ambulance. (2022, MA15+av, R) Jake Gyllenhaal.
1.20 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 2. Top 10 Shootout. Replay.
3.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R)
5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
6.00 NBN News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: Father Of The Bride. (1991, G, R)
9.35 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005, Ms, R)
11.35 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.30 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (PG, R)
1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG)
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A woman tries to sell her mother’s retro home. 8.30 Ambulance UK. (Mal, R) Ambulance crews attend to a man who has been found unresponsive on the roadside. 9.45 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Late Programs.
6am Selkie.
Continued. (2000, PG) 7.05 The Movie Show. 7.40
Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 9.30 What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 11.20 Master Gardener. (2022, M) 1.20pm Lions For Lambs. (2007, M) 3.00 Mosley. (2019, PG) 4.50 All At Sea. (2010, PG) 6.30 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 8.30 The Hateful Eight. (2015, MA15+) 11.35 Late Programs.
SUNDAY, October 12
6.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. (Final, PG) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 The Assembly. (Ml)
8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal)
9.10 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M)
10.10 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.35 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R)
11.05 MOVIE: In My Blood It Runs. (2019, M, R)
12.25 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 12.55 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)
3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Aust. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
FAMILY (22) ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 6pm Octonauts. 6.10 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.45 Steve And Aneeshwar Go Wild. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. (Return) 8.15 Crongton. 8.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.05 Speechless. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World. (Premiere, PGa) 8.30 King And Conqueror. (Premiere, Mlv) 9.30 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries. (PG, R)
10.25 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG, R)
11.25 The Real Mo Farah. (PGa, R)
12.35 Gloriavale: New Zealand’s Secret Cult. (Ma, R) 2.10 Tough Trains. (PGav, R) 3.10 Welcome To My Farm. (R) 4.10 Urban Conversion. (PG, R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
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Australia Come Fly With Me. 2.10 Bamay. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.20 PBS Washington Week. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Suranne Jones
MOVIES (32)
Lara. (2019, PG, German) 8.00 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 10.00 Metronom. (2022, M, Romanian) 11.55 Voyage Of The Damned. (1976, M) 2.55pm What We Did On Our Holiday. (2014, PG) 4.45 Where Is Anne Frank. (2021, PG) 6.35 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010, PG) 8.30 True Grit. (2010, M) 10.35 Traffic. (2000, MA15+) 1.20am Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs. 7.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Support races and warm up. From Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit, NSW. 10.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 10. Bathurst 1000. Day 3. Build up and Race.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 The Voice. (PGl) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 8.45 The Rise And Fall Of Kings Cross. (Premiere, M)
10.25 24 Hours In Police Custody: A Knife Through The Heart. (Madlv, R) 11.25 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Moorhouse Horrors. (Mav, R) 12.40 Miniseries: The Victim. (Malv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News.
5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 NBN News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl)
8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 A Killer Makes A Call: Grindr Killer. (MA15+a) 11.15 Mobsters: John Gotti. (Madv) 12.10 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News.
7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Dream Teams. (Premiere)
8.30 King And Conqueror. (Mlv)
9.25 Sydney’s Super Tunnel. (R)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)
11.30 Mayflies. (Madl, R)
12.35 The Allegation. (MA15+av, R)
2.35 Tough Trains. (PG, R) 3.35 Welcome To My Farm. (PG, R) 4.30 Growing A Greener World. (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 Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.00 The Rookie. (Mav) Three teenage girls are stabbed. 10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team searches for a missing muralist.
11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav)
A Current Affair.
The Block. (PGl)
(PG, R) 1.05 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 1.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Aust. (R)
5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Children’s Programs. 7.45 Maddie And Triggs. 7.55 Children’s Programs. 6.20pm Bluey. 6.30 Paddington. 6.40 Hey Duggee. 6.50 Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Finding
You. Continued. (2020, PG) 8.10 Meek’s Cutoff. (2010, PG) 10.05 Girls Will Be Girls. (2024, M, Hindi) 12.15pm Knight Of Cups. (2015, M) 2.25 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 4.15 The Four Musketeers: Revenge Of Milady. (1974, PG) 6.15 The Way. (2010, PG) 8.30 Lawless. (2012, MA15+) 10.40 The Last Night Of Amore. (2023, MA15+) 1.05am Traffic. (2000, MA15+) 3.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (PG)
8.30 Tell Me What You Really Think. (Premiere, M)
9.30 The Hospital: In The Deep End. (Ma, R)
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 The Point. (R) 12.05 Safe Home. (Mal, R) 1.00 The Unusual Suspects. (Mls, R) 2.00 Charles I: To Kill A King. (PG, R) 3.10 Tough Trains. (PGa, R) 4.10 Urban Conversion. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
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SBS MOVIES (32)
6am The Movie Show. 6.15 The Way. (2010, PG) 8.30 Lara. (2019, PG, German) 10.20 True Grit. (2010, M) 12.25pm The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 2.55 Bonneville. (2006, PG) 4.35 Finding You. (2020, PG) 6.50 Lord Of The Flies. (1963, PG) 8.30 A Fistful Of Dollars. (1964, MA15+) 10.25 The Grump: In Search Of An Escort. (2022, M, Finnish) 12.30am Lawless. (2012, MA15+) 2.40 Late Programs.
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12.00 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (Premiere, MA15+s) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.10 Murder In A Small Town. (M) Cassandra assists a local unhoused man. 10.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) 11.10 The Agenda Setters. An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics. 12.10 Pretty Hard Cases. (Madv)
Travel Oz. (R)
Home Shopping. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise.
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DRAMA (51)
DRAMA (51)
9GEM
WEDNESDAY,
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Idea Of Australia. (Premiere)
8.30 Great British Train Journeys From Above.
9.30 Code Of Silence. (Mlv)
10.25 SBS World News Late.
10.55 I Am Scrooge. (Premiere, Mal) 11.45 Freezing Embrace. (Malv, R)
1.25 Charles I: To Kill A King. (PG, R)
2.30 Tough Trains. (PGa, R)
3.25 Urban Conversion. (R)
4.30 Growing A Greener World. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Children’s Programs. 7.45 Maddie And Triggs. 7.55 Children’s Programs. 6.50pm Ben And Holly. 7.00 Supertato. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Shaun The Sheep. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.30 BTN Newsbreak. 8.35 To Be Advised. 9.20 Teen Titans Go! 9.45 We Bare Bears. 9.55
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Bonneville.
Continued. (2006, PG) 6.35 The Movie Show. 7.10
The Snow Foxes. (2023, PG) 8.40 Lord Of The Flies. (1963, PG) 10.20 Like Water For Chocolate. (1992, M, Spanish) 12.20pm Waiting For Anya. (2020, M) 2.20 The Legend Of Longwood. (2014, PG) 4.10 The Eagle Has Landed. (1976, PG) 6.40 Whisky Galore. (2016, PG) 8.30 For A Few Dollars More. (1965, M) 11.00 Late Programs.
THURSDAY,
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 24 Hours In ALDI. (R)
8.25 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve.
9.30 Blue Lights.
10.40 SBS World News Late.
11.10 Davos 1917. (Mv)
12.05 The Head. (Malv, R)
1.40 Lady Jane Grey: Murder Of A Child Queen. (PG, R)
2.45 Tough Trains. (PGa, R)
3.40 Urban Conversion. (R)
4.45 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. (PGa)
7.30 RFDS. (Ma)
8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (M) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.
9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG) Experts share advice on living well. 10.30 Chicago Fire. (Ma) 11.30 The Agenda Setters. 12.30 Imposters. (Madlsv, R) 1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Harry’s
Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. 10.10 The UnXplained With William Shatner. 11.00 Homicide. 1.40am Conversations. 2.20 Late Programs.
SBS MOVIES (32)
6am Whisky
Galore. (2016, PG) 7.55 The Movie Show. 8.30 Bonneville. (2006, PG) 10.10 The Grump: In Search Of An Escort. (2022, M, Finnish) 12.15pm For A Few Dollars More. (1965, M) 2.40 The Snow Foxes. (2023, PG) 4.10 Hail, Caesar! (2016, PG) 6.15 Capricorn One. (1977, PG) 8.30 The Good, The Bad And The Ugly. (1966, M) 11.50 Late Programs.
(64) 7MATE (64)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+ls) Jim Jefferies has a question for the ‘plusses’ of the world. 9.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) Hosted by Phil Keoghan. 11.00 7NEWS: The Balibo Five – 50 Years On. (R) 11.30 Gatecrashers.
Life. (Malsv, R)
Harry’s Practice. (R)
Home Shopping. (R)
NBC Today.
Sunrise Early News.
Sunrise. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00
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Rooster departs
By Aiden BURGESS
GROUP 2 premiership winner
Tyronne Roberts-Davis is making the move to play in the Group 3 Rugby League competition next season.
The Nambucca Roosters marquee player is set to play for the Macleay Valley Mustangs in 2026, and joins a team who were preliminary finalists last season as they look to win their first premiership since 2019.
The former Kempsey Dragons junior will come full circle next season as he takes to the field for the Mustangs.
Roberts-Davis played an integral part in the Nambucca Roosters backto-back premiership wins in 2024
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He was awarded the 2023 and 2024 Group 2 Rugby League best and fairest, and was the leading points scorer of the 2024 season.
The Mustangs’ marquee signing played seven NRL games for the Gold Coast Titans in 2017-2018.
“The Macleay Valley Mustangs are thrilled to announce the signing of Tyronne Roberts-Davis for 2026,” the club shared on social media.
“A Kempsey Dragons junior, former NRL star, 2024 and 2025 Group 2 premiership winner, top pointscorer, and best and fairestTyronne brings skill, leadership and passion to the herd.”
q Tyronne RobertsDavis in action for the Nambucca Roosters.
