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Big Heart Hike 2021

Above are around 120 participants about ran the whole way while others completed appearances along Nine Mile Beach. passed their Marine Base on the Forster to head of on the 28km Big Heart Hike from this years option of the new McBride’s Beach Organisers Lori and Brian Belic raised a couple breakwall. Brian was on hand at the end Blackhead to Cape Hawke at 6am on Sunday trail as well as the Cape Hawke Look Out of thousand dollars from this year’s event for to congratulate people and provide much 2nd of May. A great way to spend 6 - 7 hours Tower. Groups of children gathered to walk the Forster Tuncurry Marine Rescue. Marine deserved refreshments. walking and talking with mates while enjoying either the beach section or the headlands at Rescue volunteers joined in to serve a cheery Story and photo by Mary Yule. our beautiful beaches and headlands. Some the end. Even the dolphins made a few guest egg and bacon brekkie for everyone as they See page 2 for more photos. Push for more lanes on bridge Everyone who lives, or visits Forster Tuncurry police, fire fighters and other emergency emergency vehicles could access both is being called to action as Member for Myall services cut off and forced to detour for two Forster and Tuncurry without delay.” Lakes Stephen Bromhead launches a petition in hours via Bulahdelah to make what should be Local businessman Rob Jeffress said, a public campaign for extra lanes across Wallis only a five-minute journey across the bridge.” “The bridge is now 62 years old. It was Lake. “We’ve already seen the success of a petition amazing at the time but since then Stephen Bromhead said should his petition gain like this with the Forster Public Hospital, so I’m the population has quadrupled to 10,000 or more signatures, it would be debated again calling on everyone who lives or visits 25,000. It divides the town with 5km on the floor of parliament bringing our local Forster Tuncurry to sign this new petition and of road on either side. In summer this issues to the forefront of NSW Government. help me in the fight for a further two lanes to doubles. It is a question of not ‘if’ but “I have been advocating for extra lanes across connect our picturesque twin towns.” ‘when’.” the water between Forster and Tuncurry Tuncurry Rural Fire Service Captain Steve “If it is done well, it could be a great behind the scenes for years now but it’s time Surguy said extra lanes between Forster investment for our town and for we bring this fight into the open and show and Tuncurry would be a game changer for future tourism. With the extension of the NSW Government the immense public emergency services. “The villages of Forster boardwalks and access to beaches, support,” Mr Bromhead said. “The tragedy on and Tuncurry are highly reliant on each it could be a showcase for the many on the 22nd April was a stark reminder of why other and when cut off, our region becomes people who come to our pristine we need more than one connection between incredibly vulnerable,” Mr Surguy said. region. Forster and Tuncurry.” “A second crossing or increased lanes across The petition is available to sign at Above: Tuncurry RFS Captain Steve Surguy, Stephen “When the bridge is closed it leaves our the water would eliminate the risk of isolation Stephen Bromhead’s Tuncurry office Bromhead MP and Rob Jeffress. community vulnerable with ambulances, currently facing our community and ensure and various local businesses (page 3). THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 2 The Forster Tuncurry Out & About

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Community News Page 3 Great Lakes Health Scholarships for local youth Brommy’s Community Update A wonderful new partnership has been Sadly, Roger GLEF Annual Ambrose Golf Day established between the Great Lakes Education passed away On a wonderful autumn day, the much awaited fund (GLEF) and the Cape Hawke Community very recently GLEF golf day finally went ahead. With a Hospital and Health Association. The Great which is a record 26 teams, a great BBQ lunch to start Lakes Health Scholarship is an initiative huge loss to and sunshine and good cheer in abundance, which sees funds available to local young his family a successful day was assured. Many thanks to people aspiring to careers in health-related and our all those who participated as players, to those professions. As a result, ten young people from community. who sponsored the day and to our wonderful the Great Lakes, and more in the future, are Roger’s organising team led by Mal Saad and Tony being supported by this Great Lakes Health contributions Reed. One hundred percent of net funds raised Scholarship. within our will be used for the benefit of local students “Sincere gratitude [to the Hospital and community chasing their post school goals. Association] for sponsoring me throughout have been this very exciting time in my life ... you are immense, Upcoming event The Big Book Arvo is back! sponsoring a well dedicated student.” GLEF not least with Join us on Saturday, 21st August 2021, 2pm to student Dannielle - Bachelor of Occupational GLEF. It was 5pm at Club Forster. Forster Fellas Book Club a delight to Therapy. Above: Roger Lynch has chosen three terrific books for discussion The $100 million dollar Stronger Country work with Communities fund is open again, ready to facebook.com/forsterprivate this time: ‘The Yield’ by Tara June Winch, ‘A A big ‘thank you’, on behalf of the students, Roger and his Gentleman in Moscow’ by Amor Towles and fund projects in our community to build a to Roger Lynch and the Association for their Board. This ‘The Living Sea of Waking Dreams’ by Richard safer and stronger regional NSW. generous support and to Association delegate initiative is testament to Roger’s vision, heart Flanagan. So please, spread the word, get the The New South Wales Nationals in to GLEF, Dave Rankin, for his initiative and and community spirit. What a legacy! Vale books, and get reading! ongoing liaison. Roger Lynch. Government have already delivered 38 Steve Nicholas - GLEF Chairperson projects for this region under the Stronger Country Communities program. These projects include a more than $600,000 investment to establish Great Lakes women’s shelter, $730,80 grant to upgrade the sporting facilities at Boronia Park, Safer journeys along Diamond Beach Rd $200,000 to upgrade Forster Main Beach The daily commute of Hallidays Point area for school drop off and pick up and Precinct and much more. Public Schools’ three hundred students construct a walkway from the school to Up to $50 million from this round of funding will soon be safer and smoother. Diamond drive, ultimately delivering a safer will be dedicated to female sports facilities As part of their accelerated Fixing environment for students, teachers and road and programs, to encourage greater female Local Roads program the State and users.” participation across all levels and codes Federal Government are investing across regional NSW. almost $700,000 in Diamond Beach MP Dr Gillespie said, “I’d like to thank MidCoast Road to rehabilitate, ease school time Council for recognising this project as a Purpose-fit facilities for all genders should congestion and improve safety between local priority, given Diamond Beach Road’s be standard and not an exception, I’m Diamond Drive and Fantail Rise. importance as a school and local traffic route to hopeful this round of funding will help this growing community.” create better amenities and encourage girls Member for Myall Lakes Stephen and women to participate in the sports and State Minister for Regional Transport and Roads activities they enjoy and want to play. Bromhead said, “These works will Paul Toole said, “Big infrastructure projects improve the road surface, roadside might create a lot of headlines but it is smaller Applications for Stronger Country drainage, create a designated parking projects like this that make a big difference in Communities Fund Round Four close on people’s everyday lives.” 25th June, 2021. For more information, Far left: MP Stephen Bromhead, Mayor including program guidelines and eligibility David West, MP Dr David Gillespie and The design work of the project is already criteria, visit: www.nsw.gov.au/SCCF Minister Paul Toole. underway and consultations with the school community will begin shortly. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 4 Biodiversity matters Rates to be harmonised

A single rates structure developed for the entire coming weeks, harmonising rates does not - have your say MidCoast region will come into effect from 1st change the total amount of rating income July 2021. Council can collect. This is controlled by the environment, including drought, fire and Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal floods,” explained Paul de Szell, MidCoast The rates harmonisation process is a through an annual rate peg. It is a more Council’s Director of Liveable Communities. requirement of the State Government for merged councils to standardise the rating equitable redistribution of the total amount The frame work has been developed with approach across the three former council areas, across all rateable properties. input from a range of stakeholders, special and is required to be in place for the 2021-22 An online calculator has been developed to interest groups and the community during a financial year. help property-owners understand how the consultation phase last year. In this current new structure will impact their individual stage, MidCoast Council is encouraging Under the new structure, which aims to circumstances. Entering a property address will everyone to have their say. distribute the rates burden more equitably across the region, over 80% of property-owners display the category or sub-category applied The draft framework acknowledges the will either have no change, or experience less to the property in the new structure, and the importance of Aboriginal custodianship than a $50 a year increase, while some will change in annual rates. and culture knowledge through practices experience a decrease to their annual rates. Visit www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/rates to such as cultural burning, and addresses use the calculator, or call Council’s customer community priorities such as supporting “We have worked hard over the past 12 months service team on 02 7955 7777 to access the private land conservation, wildlife corridor to devise a new rating structure that minimises information by phone. strategies, education and awareness, the extent of any negative financial impact No matter what you treasure most about building resilience and nature-based recreation. on as many of our ratepayers as possible”, Individual phone appointments with members our natural surroundings, now’s the time to It will complement a suite of other plans explained Adrian Panuccio, MidCoast Council’s of Council’s rates team are also available, along provide your feedback on MidCoast Council’s including the Climate Change Policy, Rural and General Manager. “The process of harmonising with in-person appointments at Bulahdelah, draft Biodiversity Framework - a roadmap for Greening Strategies, and Catchment and Estuary rates has also been an opportunity to simplify Wingham, Gloucester, Taree and Forster conserving the region’s natural heritage. plans. and build efficiencies in the way we apply (Forster, Council customer service point, It’s no secret that the MidCoast is rich in natural rates”. Thursday 27th May). To register for either Input on the draft framework can be provided treasures - from the world heritage listed service, call 02 9755 7777. by taking a short on-line poll, completing a While property-owners will receive mailed rainforests of Barrington Tops National Park, longer survey or making a submission, before notification of what’s changing and why over to shorebirds that visit us from Alaska each the feedback period closes on Tuesday 8 June year; our very own endangered turtle, stunning 2021. waterways, coastlines, forests and mountains. All of this biodiversity plays a vital role in To find out more about biodiversity in our supporting the local community’s well-being. It region, view the draft Biodiversity Framework, Boost for our koalas provides clean air and water, healthy soils, wild and to have your say, visit www.haveyoursay. places, recreational opportunities, supports our midcoast.nsw.gov.au areas, including the implementation economy and provides us with the lifestyles we You can also attend drop-in sessions during the of a koala and community road safety love. exhibition period to have your say in person: program at Tinonee, working with TIDE to plant koala food trees at Cattai “A plan for biodiversity is needed more than Stocklands Forster (opposite Sanity), 2 - 5 pm on Wetlands, koala connectivity modelling ever, with increasing pressures on our natural Thursday 13th May. and evaluating revegetation scenarios in the Kiwarrak Area of Regional Koala Significance (ARKS), strengthening koala refuges and corridors, and assisting bushfire affected landowners to re- 2021-2022 works program establish vegetation on their properties. The fires burnt 209,549 hectares (20.5%) of the MidCoast Council area, assets, such as the Biodiversity Framework which had a devastating impact on local and Greening Strategy. koalas. The MidCoast’s koala population is still • Renewal works across our transport “This funding will make a huge difference in network, building assets and facilities recuperating from the devastating bushfires of 2019/20 but a Bushfire Recovery for Wildlife our local koala population’s recovery from the • Construction of additional landfill capacity and Habitat Community Grant from the Federal bushfires of 2019/20 and the collaboration A draft plan outlining projects and services to at the Taree Waste Management Centre Government is a huge boost for their recovery with such a great range of agencies and group be delivered across the MidCoast during 2021- “Providing value for money to our ratepayers process. means we are really covering a broad range 22, along with MidCoast Council’s draft annual underpins our approach when developing of objectives,” explained Gerard Tuckerman, operating budget, is now open for feedback the annual operational plan and budget,” Mr A range of local groups and agencies have MidCoast Council’s Manager of Natural Systems. until Friday 28th May, 2021. Panuccio said. been working together to help the local koalas, The project has already commenced and will Operational plans are prepared each year as This year also sees a continuation of including MidCoast Council, Koalas in Care, part of Council’s commitment to implementing harmonising rates, other fees and charges MidCoast2Tops Landcare, Taree Indigenous run until March 2022. the four year Delivery Program. Both are part across the MidCoast region, including waste Development and Employment (TIDE), and To find out more about the impacts of the of a suite of planning documents developed to collection and water charges which have Tinonee Public School. The $130,000 funding bushfires, head to Council’s website midcoast. achieve the objectives identified as priorities remained static in recent years. will further support the work they have been for the local community in the Community nsw.gov.au/bushfirerecoveryvideos. While variations apply, the general increase doing and allow them to implement programs Strategic Plan, ‘MidCoast 2030: Shared Vision, The community can also help by sharing Shared Responsibility’. in fees and charges sits at approximately two in the future, with each partner committing per cent, in line with the 2021-2022 rate peg additional funds and resources to the project koala sightings with Council’s environmental “This year marks the final operational plan set by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory including Council through the Environmental team https://www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/ within the delivery program for our current Tribunal (IPART) - an indicator of changing costs Rate. Part-of-your-every-day/Council-Projects/ councillors,” explained Adrian Panuccio, in the delivery of council services. MidCoast-Koala-Mapping MidCoast Council’s General Manager. In its ‘business-as-usual’ budget, MidCoast The funds will be distributed across five focus Along with an outline of the projects and Council allows for income from continuing services to be delivered over the next 12 operations of $283 million, exceeding the months, the draft plan provides a detailed projected operating expenditure of $277 budget breakdown to guide their delivery, and million. importantly performance measures that will be “More than just focusing on the year ahead, Forster walking track used to report on Council’s progress. our challenge has always been looking after our Focusing on improving the roads that connect infrastructure into the future; we will continue closes for works our communities has been a consistent to work with elected councillors to balance theme over recent years. This year, as well as this with meeting our community’s needs,” Mr Frewins Walk at Forster will be closed continuing to roll-out the $100 million road Panuccio said. from Monday 17th May as abseiling bush improvement program, the draft plan highlights A visual breakdown of income and expenditure regeneration contractors access the cliffs to treat a number of important projects and initiatives, can be found on Page 12 of the draft environmental weeds on the exposed cliff faces some of which include: Operational Plan (below), while budget of Frewins and Second Head in Forster. summaries are available in the section • An upgrade for the Gloucester water Weather permitting, the walkway will be closed supply system. beginning on Page 88. Detailed budget statements are provided in the Draft Budget week days from 7am until 3pm until the works • Adopting the region’s first Climate Papers. are complete. Change Strategy, and moving into the “The close proximity of houses meant helicoptor implementation phase. To read the 2021-2022 draft operational plan, annual budget, and proposed fees and spraying was unsuitable for treating weeds on • Continued focus on developing a charges, and to provide your feedback, please exposed headlands,”said MidCoast Council’s consolidated Local Environment Plan visit www.haveyoursay.midcoast.nsw.gov.au Sustainability and Natural Assets Coordinator, and Development Control Plan to extend before the public exhibition period closes on Tanya Cross. across the entire region. Friday 28th May. Once these two sites have been completed, the • Harmonising Council’s rating system, a View the community’s strategic plan ‘MidCoast contractors will continue to work south along legislative requirement for all merged 2030: Shared Vision, Shared Responsibility’ and the cliff face towards Bennetts Head. Similar councils, to be in place for the 2021/22 the current delivery program, along with past abseiling works will also be undertaken at financial year. operational plans at www.midcoast.nsw.gov. Burgess Beach, Boomerang Head, Black Head and Redhead. • Initiatives aimed at managing our natural au/futureplans THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 5 Manning - Great Lakes Police District Some readers seize your vehicle. These include Street Racing, homes, dashcams in vehicles will would Burnouts, Police Pursuits and exceeding the sometimes capture persons putting believe, speed limit over 45km/hr. There are others. others at risk? Bring this footage to us some of what A quick look around our roads will show clear and let us decide what we can do with I am talking evidence of what I would call, Aggravated the footage. about today Burnouts. If you’re caught, or an investigation Over the week just passed, our traffic is, “Over the shows you were driving, using your vehicle police, including some of our local top”. Some in aggravated burnouts, and other offences I general duties police conducted an might say, “I mentioned, the police can at the time, or up to operation in our local area specifically wouldn’t risk 10 days after the offence: targeting alcohol and drug driving, as some one’s well as focussing on speed and other life”, “I can • Seize and impound your motor vehicle for up to 3 months. dangerous driving, in an effort to reduce do it safety”, road trauma. The exact results are not or “I’m Above: Chief Inspector Tony • Seize your registration plates, making your currently available however I expect not hurting Moodie vehicle inoperable on a road for up to 3 someone will know someone who’s anyone”. months. driving behaviour has been addressed by I’ll admit, some of the above may be true, • Issue notices for you to surrender your our local police on this operation. when everything goes right. But, when it goes vehicle or plates to police. If you have younger children of driving wrong, someone dies, someone is seriously age, then feel free to mention this injured. Costs incurred in seizing and storing your vehicle will be payable by yourself, and if information to them. If you and your I was young once also, but let me tell you from unpaid could see the vehicle forfeited. Penalties mates are involved in dangerous driving, and discussing community policing and what an old head, recklessness on our roads can and at Court can see fines up to $3000 and or 9 now is the time to firstly thank your lucky stars we are up to in the Manning Great Lakes Police does kill people. Be alert, slow down and drive months imprisonment. you or others have not been hurt, and secondly, District. to the conditions. bring about change in yourself and your mates. How can you, the public, assist us in addressing Kind regards, There are some offences where police can dangerous driving on our roads. CCTV around Next fortnight I will be putting crime to the side Chief Inspector Tony Moodie. Tuncurry Rockpool steps completed

The fences are down and repairs to Easter, with the shared walkway directly “All works are now complete, and we the beach retaining wall and a number in front of the kiosk extended and are awaiting the arrival of extra seating of improvements are completed at widened, tiered steps that double as for the promenade area, which will be Tuncurry’s Rockpool, on time and budget. seating constructed down to the beach, installed once it is delivered.” and ramps and handrails installed to “Access to one of our most popular Visitors to the Rockpool are reminded provide improved all-ability access. waterside locations has been vastly that this spot is not patrolled, there are improved, with wider promenades, After the holidays, the work crews strong currents that can pose a risk to stepped and ramp access to the sand and returned to complete the area in front of swimmers, particularly at the southern new hand rails installed,” said Council’s the carpark to widen the walkway, and edge near the safety net, and to exercise Acting Manager of Community Spaces, construct two access ramps including one caution at all times. Recreation and Trades, Michael Cross. that provides easy truck access to the

Stage one was completed in time for beach during sand harvesting. COMMUNITY NEWS MIDCOAST FOCUS Careers at Council Rate harmonisation Flood recovery

We are seeking suitably qualified people to fill the roles of: As required for all merged councils, a new region-wide rating We are seeking community feedback on: • Casual Customer Service Officers x 2 structure will be introduced from 1 July 2021, replacing the three • Draft Delivery Program, Operational Plan, Fees & Charges, • Catchment Officer - Ecosystem Management different rating systems currently in place. ‘Rate harmonisation’ Budget • Domestic Assistants - Tea Gardens will ensure the rates burden is distributed fairly across the region • Draft Biodiversity Framework 2020-2030 - but it does not change the total amount of rates we will collect. • Executive Manager - Liveability and Sustainable Development • Draft Wingham CBD Masterplan • Nursing Assistant Information is currently being sent to all property-owners, and • Proposed Issue of Public Gate Permit - Tipperary • Senior Project Manager - Transport is available at www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/rates along with a • Propsed road naming - Taree calculator that displays how the changes impact your rates. • Support Worker - Disability Services Visit the Have Your Say page on our website for further info. • Talent Acquisition Opportunities Personalised appointments are also available - check our website for how to register. Visit our website for further information and to apply. Volunteers Week 17-23 May Proposed road naming Bulky waste continues We’re thanking our 2,000 volunteers for their enormous contribution to our community with a number of events across In accordance with the requirements of the Geographical Names The annual bulky waste and scrap metal kerbside collection is the MidCoast region next week. continuing in the Great Lakes area. Board of NSW, the Roads Act 1993 and Roads Regulation 2008, Our volunteers work tirelessly in myriad ways from beautifying MidCoast Council proposes that the previously constructed road The message is loud and clear - don’t put your waste out any parks and reserves, to providing valuable support in libraries, art off Grandis Parade, Taree be named Elata Court. Elata comes earlier than specified for your zone or you may be fined. gallery and the entertainment centre, along with many other roles from the species Eucalyptus Elata (River White Gum). in community services, tourism, reference groups, heritage and Written submissions will be accepted by email or post or on the You can find full details, including when and how to place your graffiti removal. Have Your Say page on our website by Friday 28 May 2021. waste on the kerb on our website www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/ bulkywaste. Whether volunteers have a passion for the performing or visual If the submission is made by way of objection, then the grounds arts, a knack for gardening, a love of their local area to share with of the objection must be specified. visitors or are simply able to offer companionship and assistance Enjoy a coffee on us to older residents or people living with disability, there’s a role for Wingham CBD draft masterplan Maybe you’re wondering if volunteering is right for you? everyone at MidCoast Council. We’re seeking final endorsement this month on Wingham’s draft MidCoast Assist’s Ageing Services is coming to the following To celebrate our amazing volunteers and take a peek at videos CBD masterplan. We’ve used the feedback from the Wingham towns to meet with you, over a coffee, to decide if you’d like to featuring some of our local unsung heroes - visit the website community consultation held earlier this year to create the draft join our friendly team. midcoast.nsw.gov.au/volunteer and find out more about volunteering with Council. concept plans. Now we want to check in with you before we Let us buy you a coffee while you chat with our friendly proceed to detailed design planning for various elements of the volunteers. masterplan. Draft Biodiversity Framework open for feedback RSVP at www.midcoastassist.com.au/volunteering or call View the draft plan and have your say before Thursday 27 May 1300 658 830 so we’ll know to expect you. We’ve developed a roadmap for managing the unique natural on the Have Your Say page on our website. • STROUD - Friday 14 May, 2pm-4pm, Crepe Myrtle Cafe, heritage of our region and need your input to make sure we’re 63 Cowper Street focusing on the activities, programs, places and things you value most. • BULAHDELAH - Thursday 20 May, 2pm-4pm, Cafe on Main Learn more and have your say on the draft Biodiversity • BLUEYS BEACH - Friday 21 May, 10am - 12pm, Kembali Cafe Framework on the Have Your Say page on our website before • GLOUCESTER - Monday 24 May, 10am-12pm, The Common Tuesday 8 June. Coffee Shop, 56 Church Street You can chat to our team at one of our drop-in sessions – the • HAWKS NEST - Thursday 27 May, 10am-12pm, Tea Gardens next one is being held on Thursday 13 May at Stocklands Forster Boat Shed (opposite Sanity) from 2pm – 5pm.

For more information contact us: ph 7955 7777 [email protected] midcoastcouncil www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au 1205 THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 6 Great Lakes Art

Group Expansion Star BusinessINCLUDING MYSELF are coming together to SHAVE FOR A CURE… yes we are shaving our heads - please help us raise money and awareness for these organizations. Registered charity donations over $2 are Tax deductible. Follow us on Facebook for more details. What can you tell us about your staff? Our staff have no idea how much we appreciate their loyalty, reliability, flexibility and their individuality. These aspects are what continue to bring our customers back, day in day out. Our staff make genuine efforts to know people, know their stories and be interested in their wellbeing. They are the backbone of our business and we love each one of them as if they were family, our children even consider them that way. Above: Plans for a smaller gallery and cafe in front of existing Lake Street Art Gallery in Forster. What do you want your customers to know? Great Lakes Art Society Inc. (GLAS) is a proposed in the Wingham main street upgrade Name: Nick and Tracey Tull. You are appreciated. We welcome new community group of artists who formed in will nest on the end of the street so that and old, and thank our loyal customers that 1983. Since that time the group built the Lake patrons can sit outside to enjoy the sculpture Business: Owners of Tully’s Tuncurry News. shop in our store regularly. Street Art gallery in Forster and also runs garden and cafe. What is the best part of your job? classes on 7 days each week. Any tips for other local businesses? BLER funds are a shared state and federal Knowing we have family at Tulls News just Membership is growing rapidly and is open government initiative aimed at injecting across the bridge that supports our business Being genuine and forming strong customer to everyone in the community and members jobs and energy into communities that were as we support theirs, who value community connections are important, also happy staff include older people, children, people living affected by the 2019-20 fires to help them connections as much as we do. Building are productive staff, so understand your staff with disabilities and people from a diverse recover from the social, emotional and relationships as well as being a platform of and their needs. collection of cultures. financial effect of the fires. Our area has also support to our community is by far the most We just feel really grateful to be a part of this The upgrade of the interior of the gallery has topped up the trauma of the fires with recent rewarding part of this job. community, there is a lot to love about our made the gallery a destination for tourists and floods which adds to the value of projects to In fact, we are raising money again as 4 town and we have our business to thank for local alike to enjoy a variety of fine art and to help communities recover both financially members of the Great Lakes Women’s Shelter, being able to see that. participate in social activities and art classes. through jobs to build projects but also through activities which help people work through their The gallery building is no longer large enough experience of trauma such as art. Do you know a great local business to feature here? Please to house the activities of the gallery and is Ingrid Horsburgh Photos supplied. submit their business name and a brief description to: limiting the ability of the art group to cater to the demands www.theforstertuncurry.com.au for classes and showcasing art. We will contact them and publish when space permits. A grant application has been made for BLER (Bushfire Local Economic Recovery) funding to build a new dedicated art Guide dog Fern is the best! making space so that classes are not interrupted by major exhibitions taking up the “Fern is This year’s International Guide Dog Day is learning space. It is proposed my first reminding people of the importance of Guide that a smaller focus gallery be guide Dog etiquette and ‘petiquette’. Tips include built in front of the existing dog and keeping your pet dog on a leash when around gallery. An eatery/cafe will I’m very Guide Dogs, and not patting, feeding or be part of this space and grateful otherwise distracting a working Guide Dog. that I “My guide dog Fern is very calm and very patrons could spill out into the have proposed sculpture garden chilled when we are out. She never upsets us in help. I get anyway and gets me to most places that I need that will be on the road verge. to have A ‘parklet’ similar to those to get to. It is a learning curve for her as well”, more said Toni. “A lot of people come up to me who coffee have vision impaired relatives. I’m able to tell and meet them where to get help.” more people “My vision has slowly declined from a genetic these condition called retinitis pigmentation. It is very days”, important for me to have Fern at this stage. My Star Volunteer says Toni support worker Kylie Tooze and I think she is Name: Ruth Stocker Clair, the best.” resident Story and photos by Mary Yule. Organisation: Great Lakes Historical of Forster for 34 years. “I like meeting the Society and Museum people in my Walking Group and listening to their stories. I like learning about what their The Manning and Great Lakes Walking Group What does this organisation do in our dogs do and don’t. This is fairly new for me and are looking for volunteers to join us on the community? the people in this group are amazing.” walks to help provide assistance. Please contact Jody Morris at jmorris@guidedogs. We are the Great Lakes Historical Toni and her guide dog Fern are a part of the com.au or call 0466447372. and Maritime museum located at Manning and Great Capel Street, Tuncurry. We are a local Lakes Walking Group history museum and an interesting who are celebrating tourist attraction for both locals and International Guide visitors. There are many varied and Dog Day (Wednesday interesting displays to view. 28th April) with a walk along the Forster What is your role? Breakwall followed by lunch. This Walking Director/Research Officer. Group was formed for What is the best part of your job? people living with low vision or blindness, Researching for families and local with the company of organisations and assisting people their friends and family. with their family history. It is organized by Jody Morris, Orientation and Mobility Specialist. Above: Toni Clair with Do you know an amazing Local Volunteer? her guide dog Fern. Please send a high resolution photo and answers to Right: Manning and www.theforstertuncurry.com.au Great Lakes Walking Group. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 7 Don’t delay - dine & discover in your own backyard today!

Lrft: Julie Mansour from the Amaroo. community and businesses. If you’ve not heard about the program - “The Chamber has been here’s a quick recap: checking in with registered • • NSW residents aged 18 and over businesses and many are can apply for 4 x $25 vouchers, telling us they are seeing a worth $100 in total. constant stream of customers • • 2 x $25 Dine NSW Vouchers to be using the vouchers”, said used for dining in at restaurants, Megan Lewis, Forster Tuncurry cafés, bars, wineries, pubs or clubs. Business Chamber President. • • 2 x $25 Discover NSW Vouchers “One local business mentioned to be used for entertainment they’ve received up to 20 and recreation, including cultural Who doesn’t like a free meal or being shouted vouchers a day which is a fantastic result”. a night out at the pictures? Spoilt for choice institutions, live music, and arts with nearly 60 local businesses registered in There are currently 48 local businesses venues. the program, Dine & Discover has been a hit for registered to accept the Dine voucher and The vouchers: residents and business owners alike. 8 to accept the Discover voucher. To find where you can redeem your voucher, go to • can be used 7 days a week, Above: Jono Frost, Business Concierge for the MidCoast Thanks to the NSW Government’s Dine & https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/ including public holidays region holding the Dines & Discover vouchers. Discover program, many of us have been taking find-dine-discover-nsw-business up the opportunity to do exactly that across our • can be used at participating NSW wonderful region. The team at Service NSW for Business has been businesses that are registered as To register for the vouchers, it’s easy to apply working with the local business community COVID Safe online: According to ServiceNSW, $746,340 has been to help them get the most from the program. spent across the local government area (LGA) • are valid to 30th June 2021. www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/ Jono Frost is the newly appointed Business apply-dine-discover-nsw-vouchers thanks to the program. As every dollar spent Concierge for the MidCoast region. With a If you haven’t registered to receive your locally typically stays in the community up to strong background in community engagement vouchers or you’ve not used them yet, time is The program concludes on 30th June 2021 and seven transactions, the actual value to the local and a born and bred mid north coast resident, ticking. if you haven’t spent your vouchers, you lose economy is potentially $1,268,778. Jono is passionate about supporting our local those funds. Top scout award earned The Grey Wolf is the highest award a Cub leading a group of fellow Cubs on a Following the presentation of his award Will Scout can achieve and is usually completed bushwalk, completing badges in Science & was then “moved up” during an Investment in their last 12 months as a Cub before Technology and Sport & Recreation among ceremony conducted by Scout Leader Adam progressing onto the Scout section. On others as well as attending overnight camps. Richardson, leaving behind his days as a Cub Sunday 2nd May 1st Forster Tuncurry Scout Throughout the restrictions imposed by and commencing his journey in the Scout Group came together along with family COVID and the interruptions this caused in section. members to celebrate William Fletcher for his Scouting journey, Will has maintained his earning the Grey Wolf Award for Cub Scouts focus and commitment to achieving his goal For more information about local scouts and completing all the required components please contact our Group Leader, Leanne Will has had to participate in many activities Richardson at leanne.richardson@nsw. including volunteering in the community, of his award. He has had the support of his family, friends and Cub Scout leaders to help scouts.com.au or phone on 0438 180 394. Left: Bruce Cooke, Will Fletcher, Leanne and keep him on the often difficult path to Leanne Richardson - Group Leader Richardson, Adam Richardson. reaching this peak award that is not reached by all. Photo supplied.

Dr David Gillespie MP FEDERAL MEMBER FOR LYNE

Making child care more affordable Tax relief for brewers and distillers and boosting workforce participation Our community halls are a crucial part of our towns and villages. Families will reap the benefits from an additional $1.7 billion I was pleased to visit Green Point community hall and speak with investment in child care as part of the 2021-22 Budget. the committee to announce $20,000 being made available to help The changes, which deliberately target low and middle income improve this wonderful community asset. earners, will cut the cost of child care and lower the disincentive to The funding is thanks to the Australian Government’s $1.4 million take on an additional day or two of work for many families. Bushfire Recovery Community Halls investment. For example a family earning $110,000 a year will have the subsidy The management committee has been working hard to maintain and for their second child increase from 72 to 95 per cent, and would be improve the Hall as it is at the centre of our local community and so $95 per week better off for four days of care. many group activities. A family with three children on $80,000 would have the subsidy increase from 82 to 95 per cent for their second and third child and be $108 per week better off for four days of care. Half of Australian families will now receive a 95 per cent subsidy for their second and subsequent children. These changes would have benefits for both the economy and families across our region, giving greater choice to local parents who want to work an extra day or two a week. This is a targeted investment that makes child care more affordable, increases workforce participation and boosts the economy.

Wauchope Office Taree Office Dr David Gillespie MP 02 6586 4462 02 6557 8910 DavidGillespieMP Corner of High and Hastings Streets, 144 Victoria Street, david_gillespie_mp FEDERAL MEMBER FOR LYNE Wauchope, NSW 2446 Taree, NSW 2430 davegillespiemp Authorised by Dr David Gillespie MP, Corner of High and [email protected] He Listens. He Cares. He Delivers. Hastings Streets, Wauchope, NSW 2446. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 8 Great Lakes Children’s Centre’s WAR ON WASTE

As an integral part of our philosophy, caring for as landfill. and we enjoyed an instant garden of cherry nature is always high on our agenda. In hindsight, this was the push we needed to tomatoes, capsicums and cucumbers. Some years ago, our local waste collection become more aware of our waste and more This year we have used the children’s citrus service removed our recycling skip bin resulting responsible in its disposal. peel to make chemical free cleaner and in all our waste being collected in a single Two years ago we set the goals of: introduced family compost buckets for those general waste skip bin. We were horrified to families who don’t have their own compost think that our recycling would now be classified • Constructing a system of compost bays big bins. Families pick up an empty pale, fill it enough to manage all our green waste and with green waste and drop it to pre-school paper products on sight, once it’s full for us to place in our compost • Making the children more aware of the food bays. and waste cycle With a new round of soil just about ready, • Composting our waste to produce soil for our we have applied to Junior Landcare for 4 flower and vegetable gardens, and raised wicking beds and a ‘stingless bee hive’ to enable us to grow our own edible garden • Reducing our landfill waste to enable us to be including vegetables and bush tucker. rid of our skip bin and utilise the normal curb side otto bin for our waste. To celebrate EARTH WEEK in April, the children illustrated the sustainable routines Not long afterwards we received a grant to they and their families undertake at home. install 4 large compost bays. With the help of Even small routines help the children to think Above: Kath and Karina with compost. the Wallis Lake Men’s Shed we were able to about their impact on the planet. construct the 4 bays that compost all our green Far left: Archie watering. waste and paper products. After doing a trial run last week, we are so excited to be able to return our skip bin and educators across the week. After a year of adding our waste, turning and replace it with a normal ‘house’ sized red bin. watering, we were rewarded with the most We can’t wait to plant our very first crop of We think this is a monumental achievement for edible plants in our raised garden beds. wonderful compost for our gardens. Better still, a centre catering for 51 children per day and 15 the vegetable seeds in the compost sprouted Natasha Briggs Photos supplied. Forster Primary’s Cross Country

What a cracker of a day for perfect and were an essential the Forster Public School part of the day running so Cross Country, which was smoothly. held on the Lake St Oval. Thank you to all spectators The weather was absolutely for keeping your distance and perfect, and all students cheering on all the racers! really put in their all. The 8 Next we are off to represent year olds showed their true Forster Public School at the excitement to be finally part Zone competition. Wish us of our whole-school long luck! distance race event. All the older kids demonstrated true Tracey Horn sportsmanship. Our Sports Photos supplied. Captains were absolutely HN Students verses staff Young Local There have been conflicting reports Name: Carla Pereira-Odlum. I am a first- about the final score as both teams year student in Communications and claimed victory. However everyone Media at the University of Wollongong. agreed it was a fun way to celebrate Holy Name School and Catholic Favourite music, food, book & TV show: Education. I listen to reggaeton, my favourite food is Simone Maloney Photos supplied. sushi, I love the Percy Jackson series and I am a big fan of the TV show Teen Wolf. Favourite local place to hang out: I regularly visit the Frothy Coffee Boatshed to have a cup of coffee with my mum. However, I usually can be spotted at different coffee shops in the local area. What do you think is going well in Australia? Australia is doing well with Covid19 management and keeping new outbreaks under control. What do you think could be done better? Covid19 has changed the world and many poorer countries need help. Australia could take this opportunity to extend a helping hand to our neighbours and provide support and aid to help them deal with this crisis. Who inspires you? My parents have for the UOW (University of Woolongong) always inspired me to be the best version of social basketball team. In the future I plan to myself and not shy away from a challenge. I travel once borders open. I hope to work in It’s Catholic Schools Week and went para-gliding last year and skydiving this helping to reduce global poverty. I want to be Forster’s Holy Name School year. involved in creating innovative ideas for social and students celebrated by What do you want to get up to in the future? media projects which could help charities and challenging staff to what turned I started playing basketball last year at the volunteer programs help improve the lives of out to be a highly competitive and YMCA in Forster and now I am excited to play those living in poverty. very entertaining netball game. School principal, Brooke Stephens was on hand to captain the staff If you are 21 years or under and would like to feature team while school captain, Nash in Young Local please submit a high resolution photo and Syron led the student side. answers to: www.theforstertuncurry.com.au THE FORSTER TUNCURRY Tully’s Tuncurry News: 02 655412th 6407 May 2021 Tulls News Forster: 02 6555 7207 PuzzlesCommunity PageNews Page 9

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Market Kitchen. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. Show. 2.05 Smother. 3.00 ABC News Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 7.00 A Current Affair.7.30 Rugby League. 5.00 News. 6.30 The Project. Afternoons. 4.00 Think Tank. 5.00 Julia 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.35 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. NRL. Round 11. Cronulla Sharks v St 7.30 The Living Room. Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 5.30 Hard Quiz. Hunting Egypt’s Lost Treasures. 8.30 8.30 MOVIE: The Ugly Truth. (2009) George Illawarra Dragons. 9.50 Golden 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PG) 6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Eurovision Song Contest 2021 Semi-Final. (MA15+) Katherine Heigl, Gerard Butler, Point. 10.35 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (2017) Graham Norton chats with Josh Gad. Gardening Aust. 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.00 11.00 SBS News. 11.30 Beforeigners. Bree Turner. A TV show host falls in (MA15+) 1.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 9.25 To Be Advised. 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10.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. World Tour. H’lights. Amstel Women’s 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 Horse On A Plate. 12.30 Ready 4 Adventure. Offroad Adventure Show.8.30 All 4 SATURDAY 12.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. Gold Race @2pm. Amstel Men’s Gold Racing. Lord Mayors Cup Day and 1.00 Reel Destinations. 1.30 Desert Vet. Adventure. 9.30 St10. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 1.30 Brush With Fame. 2.00 Soccer. Race @2.30pm. La Flèche Wallonne. National Jockeys Trust Race Day. 5.00 2.30 Garden Gurus. 3.00 Netball. Super Everyday Gourmet. 1.00 My Market A-League. Round 22. Wellington Phoenix Women’s Race @3pm. 3.30 Cycling. UCI News. 5.30 Border Security. (PG) Netball. Round 4. Collingwood Magpies Kitchen. 1.30 To Be Advised. 2.30 Taste v Western United. 4.00 Love On The World Tour. La Flèche Wallonne. Men’s 6.00 Seven News. v Queensland Firebirds. 5.00 News. 5.30 Of Australia. 3.00 What’s Up Down Spectrum. 5.00 Landline. 5.30 Ask The Race. H’lights. 4.00 Travel Man. 4.30 True 7.00 MOVIE: The Day After Tomorrow. Getaway. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 ACA. 7.30 Under. 3.30 The Living Room. 4.30 Farm Doctor. 6.00 Wild Australia: After The Evil: The Making Of A Nazi. 5.30 Cycling. (2004) (PG) Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Jurassic To Fork. 5.00 News. 6.00 Advancing Fires. (PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 The UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 13. 9.30 MOVIE: A Good Day To Die Hard. World. (2015) 10.55 MOVIE: Resident Australia. 6.30 Bondi Rescue. 7.00 Durrells. (PG) 8.20 Sanditon. (PG) 9.05 Highlights. 6.30 News. 7.35 World’s Most (2013) (M) Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney, Evil: The Final Chapter. (2016) 12.50 New The Dog House. 8.00 The Savoy. 9.00 Wakefield. (M) 10.05 The Split. (M) 11.05 Scenic Railway Journeys. 8.30 Eurovision Sebastian Koch. Amsterdam. 1.40 Ready 4 Adventure. Ambulance Australia. 10.00 999: What’s Miniseries: Dark Money. (M) 12.05 Rage. Song Contest 2021 Semi-Final. 11.00 Late 11.30 To Be Advised. 1.00 Home 2.00 TV Shop. 4.30 Global Shop. 5.00 TV Your Emergency? 11.00 To Be Advised. (MA15+) 5.00 Rage. Programs. Shopping. Shop. 5.30 Wesley Impact. 12.00 Shopping. 5.00 Hour Of Power. 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 World 9.40 WorldWatch. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 6.00 Easy Eats. 7.00 Weekend Today. 6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Pooches This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. Sportswoman. 4.00 Bangladesh From 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 House Of 10.00 Sports Sunday. 11.00 NRL Sunday At Play. 8.30 Freshly Picked. 9.00

12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. Above. 4.30 True Evil: The Making Of A Wellness. 1.00 Kochie’s Your Money Footy Show. 1.00 Netball. Super Netball. Australia By Design: Architecture. 9.30 SUNDAY 1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Doc Martin. Nazi. 5.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro & Your Life. 1.30 To Be Advised. 3.00 Round 4. Sunshine Coast Lightning v St10. 12.00 Advancing Australia. 12.30 3.30 Restoration Australia. 4.30 Back d’Italia. Stage 14. Cittadella to Monte Highway Cops. 3.30 Border Patrol. NSW Swifts. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Left Off The Map.1.00 My Market Roads. 5.00 Brush With Fame. 5.30 Zoncolan. Highlights. 6.30 News. 7.30 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Round 11. Parramatta Eels v Manly Sea Kitchen. 1.30 GCBC. 2.00 MasterChef Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 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(PG) 11.10 Nine News 10.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.00 WIN’s All Q+A. 11.50 A Life In Ten Pictures. 12.50 Feed. 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 The Point. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Late. 11.40 Emergence. (M) 12.30 Tipping Australian News. 12.00 The Project. 1.00 Rage. 3.25 Keeping Australia Safe. 4.25 12.00 Taken Down. 1.00 Blinded. 2.45 Station 19. (M) 12.30 Home Shopping. Point. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop. 4.00 Take Two. Stephen Colbert. (PG) 2.00 Shopping. The Drum. 5.25 7.30. Late Programs. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sunrise. 5.00 News. 5.30 Today. 4.30 CBS Morning. Man brings book to bed Book Review ‘Radio Girl’ by David Dufty simply not enough trained men in the Man brings book to bed so it can sit Radio Girl is a biography of an extraordinary Services. The Army next to him while he looks at phone. Australian woman. In an era of women’s Colonel was enthusiastic Self-described ‘book lover’ Jeremy liberation, it really is extraordinary that Violet but the Army hierarchy Randle took a novel with him to McKenzie, Mrs Mac, as she was known, is not believed women bed last night, so it could sit on well recognised for her achievements. would be disruptive. his bedside table while he scrolled In 1921 she started her own shop in George The Air Force was through his phone for 2.5 hours. St Sydney selling radio parts, initially for dismissive. The Navy, however, accepted all the telegraphists Mrs Mac could train. The Sydney man said he had planned crystal sets, then radios with valves. It was As communication was vital to operations, to read the first chapter of the book a period of making your own radio receivers her contribution was critical not simply for but thought he should check his and setting up your own broadcasting stations. messages but for radio intercept and de-coding. phone first, just to make sure he She encouraged women to use radio through When the Air Force finally realised it needed hadn’t missed anything important. broadcasting advice on cooking, advocated her graduates, it was too late: her training “I hadn’t. But now it’s 2:30 in the the use of electrical appliances in the home, programs were full. morning and I need to sleep”. including avoiding the hazards of electricity, “Right now I’m not reading Jane Austin. But last and set up training schools for women. Born in 1890, Mrs Mac died in 1982. I highly He said it was nice to surround yourself with year I was really into almost reading George Crucially, she foresaw the need for women recommend this book. books. “I think it’s important to have a house Orwell. He’s got such great book covers”. filled with books that you pretend you’re going telegraphists in an era when communication John King - Librarian to read.” www.theshovel.com.au was mostly by morse code and there were Pacific Palms Community Library THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 12 Local Calendar What’s on around town and beyond May

13th to 15th May - Forster Ocean Paddle Historic cars, loud engines & emergency Part of the Australian Ocean Racing Series www.oceanpaddler.com/ocean-events/ vehicles on display! Sat 15th May - Manning Great Lakes Bird- Right: 8am Tuncurry Area. This Sunday 16th May there will be a display climbing up on a horse for a ride within their watchers, of vehicles and engines in John Wright Park grounds at Rainbow Flat. Black High For more details phone 0431 878 395 Tuncurry by three clubs that have combined Wheels - All Classic and Historic Motor Car Clubs of NSW, 1908 Shacth to make a very significant display of motoring that are affiliated with the Council of Heritage Sat 15th May - Super Garage Sale history from pre-1910 to 1980's. Motor Clubs, are staging these car shows ‘Round GL Palliative Care The Taree Historic Motor Club will be supported throughout NSW. The lucky towns are those Steering 8-2pm 32 Manning St Tuncurry by the Great Lakes Historic Automobile Club who have an established car club within their Wheel.’ Opposite John Wright Park as well as De Olde Nabiac Klub (D.O.N.K’s). On township district. We are fortunate to have the show will be some so called ‘High Wheeler’ cars Taree Historic Motor Club, formed in 1974, the Great Lakes Sat 15th May - Forster Farmers Market dating back to pre-1910. These cars were chain Historic 8am-12pm Forster Info Centre Little St driven with two-cylinder engines. Automobile 3rd Saturday of the month A special treat at the show will be the Club, formed Enquiries: Linda 0421 347 273 community service vehicles - Fire Trucks, Police, in 1991, as Ambulance and our very own Graffiti Buster well as De Sat 15th May - Ladies Race Day truck from 11.00am until 12 noon. Olde Nabiac 12pm Tuncurry Forster Jockey Club Klub, formed A high point will be the sounds of engines in 2002. The Nabiac community had a number 45 Chapmans Rd, Tuncurry. Tickets at gate. on display. Most of the visiting public will be of citizens privately restoring engines, that are www.tuncurryforsterjockeyclub.com.au hearing these wonderful old cars for first time. known as ‘Putt Putt’ engines, well before the The Putt Pitt engines were an integral part of Club’s official formation. country home life and survival back in the mid Sat/Sun 15th/16th May - Craft & Quilt Fair 1800's to pre-WW1 days. This is a FREE show that has to be seen! Make 10am-3pm Forster Arts & Crafts Centre, There will be a BBQ food and cool drinks sure you visit the John Wright Park this Sunday Breese Parade, Forster. stand managed by the charity ‘Riding for The 16th May from 9am until 2pm. Enquiries: 6554 6900 Disabled’. They do wonderful work, delivering Above: Red High Wheels - 1909 Sears ‘Tiller John Fletcher pleasure to those who love the experience of Steering’. Photo above supplied. Sun 16th May - NSW Heritage Day for Classic Cars, 9 -2pm John Wright Park 11-12pm Emergency vehicle display Enquiries: John 040 770 4853 Forster Craft & Quilt Fair Ladies Race Sat 22nd May - NSW Tri Club Championships 7:30am onwards from Forster Main Beach Road closures and shuttle bus for the bridge. The very popular Forster Arts & Crafts Day www.eliteenergy.com.au Society’s Craft & Quilt Fair will be held at the centre in Breese Parade (near Library) The Tuncurry Forster Jockey Club ‘Ladies on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th May, Sat 22nd May - Tuncurry Market Race Day’ is racing on Saturday 15 May 2021. 10am-3pm. 8 -1pm John Wright Park There will be free give away bags to the first Bookings essential 100 ladies as well as a free glass of champagne Enquiries: Anne 0417 400 994 The Expo was not able to proceed in 2020 to all ladies over 18 years of age. Gentlemen due to Covid-19 precautions, and check-in (electronic or written) as well as sanitising is bring your lady for a wonderful day out. Prizes Sat 22nd May - Mid North Coast National still required. for the Best Dressed Lady and the Best Hat. Parks Walking Group So much to do on the day, so come along Queens Lake Nature Reserve, contact Evelyn/ There will be an incredible number of varied and have a ball. Remember to jump on the Keith for details: 0490 746 553 craft on display: for sale or members’ special items. Members may display any craft item free buses to the track and back. For more that has not been displayed before and enter information please visit our web site: www. Sat 29th May - Salvo’s Trivia Night a Viewer’s Choice Competition if they wish. So tuncurryforsterjockeyclub.com.au 6:30pm Tuncurry Bowling Club hard for the Public to choose which one! Julie Manning Tickets at door or from Church 9-3pm As always, the Craft for sale is of high quality Tuesday, Wednesdays & Fridays. and very reasonably priced - even though hand made. Ideal for a gift for someone special - including yourself! Sun 30th May - Pacific Palms Market 9am-1pm Pacific Palms Community Centre There will also be demonstrations of craft Last Sunday of the month during the two days. Enquiries: Jennifer Doyle 0401 968 516 Entry is $1 Gold Coin pp (includes tickets to vote for Viewer’s Choice) and light Sun 30th May - Pacific Palms Self Drive refreshments are available at $5. What a fun Arts Trail Start Pacific Palms Markets way to spend time at such a low cost! from 9am near The Recky. Check times at Funds go to the upkeep of the Centre as pacificpalmsartsinc.org.au the Forster Arts & Crafts is a not-for-profit, volunteer organisation and solely self-sufficient. We welcome new members who live locally. June Christine Armstrong Sun 6th June - Blackhead Bazaar Market 8am-1pm Wylie Breckenridge Park www.hallidayspointinfo.com

Sun 6th June - Lions Club Car Boot Sale Book Launch with Love In The Air 8am-12pm Hallidays Point Shopping Village 1st Sunday of the month Book launches can be boring but not this Bookings: Alan Stewart 0488 160 126 one. You’ll have The Time Of Your Life.

So if 11am-Saturday 29th May at Tuncurry Tues 11th June - Myall Lakes Senior Concert Beach Bowling Club is currently free on 10:30am & 2pm Club Forster your calendar, book now because seats www.clubforster.com.au are limited. Book ‘em, Danno! Sun 13th June - Forster Town Market Singing, dancing, laughing and fun 8-2pm Forster Town Park audience participation guarantee a Enquiries: 0437 634 056 memorable experience for anyone over age Lance Fletcher, “My Fair Lady Supercharged” present and future; a mixture of serious and 50, especially locals who remember Yesterday and gymnastics legend Doreen Wilson and light-hearted insights and research into 21 hot when the original ‘Fab Four’ (the Beatles) asked “Graffiti Buster” Ted Bickford, who will all be at topics.” Our readers want to for help in their 1965 movie/song Help. the book launch, not to sing (thankfully, they John adds: “With a little help from my friends see your local business Five-time time author and one of Australia’s say) but for John, on behalf of our community, and cameos from the Andrew Sisters, Mae advertised in this most awarded all-round writers, Forster’s to publicly sing their praises for giving help over West, Groucho Marx and The Three Stooges, John Buttling, has given the label of ‘Forster- their lifetime to so many people. the audience can enjoy a ‘Love Is in The Air’ newspaper. Tuncurry’s Fab Four’ to well-known community Our awesome foursome feature in just one music-filled book launch and a bonus Saturday champions pictured above and on his new of John’s 21 mini-books rolled into one tome arvo at the flicks show, with book signings and Ring: 0413410492 book’s front cover. labelled All About Australians, an innovative optional leisurely lunch afterwards.” The ‘Fab Four’ are “A girl who can’t say no” fireside-reading concept which, John says “is To book, please contact John on 0429 494 809 [email protected] Jan Irvine, “Soccer, Sport, Survivor, Superman” the storybook of our lives spanning the past, or email [email protected]. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 13 What’s on around town and beyond Tallwoods Country Club & FAWNA Collaboration

Thursday May 27th 7pm at the Kranky Goat The fires of 2019-2020 took an enormous toll golf course but also a leading example of a Please call Jo Stephens on 0401 638 283 on our wildlife with not only direct loss of wild-life friendly oasis. for bookings. We need to know numbers to life, but also the loss of habitat. Some of this Kym Kilpatrick confirm that we have interest for Kym to critically important habitat included old and come. dead trees that provide vital resident hollows for many species of birds and animals. Without these hollows, remnant populations of many Tallwoods Country Club/FAWNA Collaboration species will not be able to regenerate. Most of us who live in the Midcoast area do so because we cherish its beautiful environment. Through its Nestbox Program, FAWNA has the As many people are aware, the Midcoast is a capacity to provide free nestboxes to areas particularly important area of biodiversity and where wildlife has been fire impacted. home to many iconic Australian animals and Under consideration is a joint collaboration Please come to dinner and listen to Kym bird species. Kilpatrick, a guest speaker from FAWNA. Kym between Tallwoods Country Club and FAWNA is giving a special 15 minute presentation for As a FAWNA volunteer, I am constantly to establish nestboxes for a range of different anyone interested in learning more about deeply touched by people’s compassionate species in suitable locations about the course. If how we hope to encourage wildlife back into care towards our injured and distressed local this proposal was successful, Tallwoods Country Tallwoods through its Nestbox Program. wildlife. Club could boast of not only being a world class Salvation Army's Red Shield Appeal - BBQS & Trivia Night!

The Family Store has turned Red this of May, as well as a Bunnings BBQ on the night for $15 or you can get them from the month to celebrate this year’s Red Shield 22nd of May - so there are plenty of days Salvation Army Church at 7 South Street Appeal. We have many fun ways you can to grab a snag! Tuncurry on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and be involved. 2. Come to the markets in Tuncurry on the Fridays between 9 and 3pm. 1. We will be having a Sausage Sizzle on 22nd of May to grab some hot donuts. The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal is Saturday the 29th of May at our family held annually to raise funds to help the store in Forster, Enterprise Court off 3. Get excited for our Triva Night and salvation army continue to operate its Breese Parade. Donations can be made Auction being held at the Tuncurry programs including domestic violence, here throughout the month. Bowling Club on Saturday the 29th May at homelessness and welfare, as well as 6.30 pm (see ad below). We will also be having a BBQ at support community programs. Woolworths Tuncurry on the 14th and 21st Tickets will be available at the Club on the Dave Hardaker

SALVATION ARMY RED SHIELD APPEAL Forster Arts and Crafts Centre’s Annual Craft and Quilt Fair is back!

Breese Parade, Forster Opposite Stocklands

15th and 16th May 9AM – 3 PM LIGHT REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE

Craft demonstrations will be available throughout the day. Refer to Facebook for times SATURDAY 29 MAY 2021 FROM 6.30PM TRIVIA COMPARE IS KERRY BARNSLEY GOLD TRIVIA PRIZES UP FOR GRABS COIN TICKET PRICES $15 PER PERSON OR $150 FOR A TABLE OF 10 ENTRY ON SALE FROM TUNCURRY BEACH BOWLING CLUB Contact is David Hardaker 0427 001 975

AN AUCTION WILL BE CONDUCTED ON THE NIGHT ALL MONIES RAISED WILL GO TOWARDS THE RED SHIELD APPEAL THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

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Heart Foundation walking group 7:30am Community Health Centre Weekly Diary Breeze Parade, Forster Contact Bev 0408 232 094. Letters and Feedback The ‘Weekly Diary’ is FREE to promote Forster/Tuncurry Seniors community group information. Max - 4 lines. The ‘Letters & Feedback’ are best limited to 200 words. The writer’s name and town will Breeze Parade Forster be included unless specifically requested otherwise. This newspaper intends to provide an Euchre 1pm – 3.30pm opportunity of reply for any person/organisation involved before publishing. Mondays Contact 02 6505 2686 Green Bikes Community Workshop Seaside Heritage Quilters - all abilities Open 9 - 12pm. Supplying parts & free help Meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month with bike problems. Tuncurry transfer station. 10:30 -3pm Forster Masonic Hall, Lake Street. Budding mechanics welcome. 0458 809 975 Contact Diane De Wright 0491 150 910

Great Lakes Ladies Probus Club 4th Monday of the Month Thursdays 9.30am Forster Bowling Club The Forster Tuncurry Community Kitchen Contact Lorraine Tilley 0408 055 109. 12-1pm, 33 Lake Street Forster. Provides a meal in a social & safe place. Inner Wheel Club of Forster Tuncurry Volunteers and donations welcome. 2nd Monday of the Month. 6539 5900 or [email protected] 1pm Club Forster. Contact Lorraine Tilley 0408 055 109. Coomba Mens Shed Open every Thursday 8.30am-12pm. Forster Hospital Pink Ladies 86 Moorooba Rd Coomba Park. Meetings held the 2nd Monday of each month All men welcome to come along & participate. Forster Bowling Club 1.30 pm. Afternoon tea afterwards. Contact Cathy Cook 0429 265 656. The National Parks and Wildlife Service Codependents Anonymous is constructing additional car parking and new Difficulty maintaining relationships? Boomerang Bags Forster Tuncurry pedestrian access at Janies Corner, 7 Mile beach 5.30 - 7pm Uniting Church, Tuncurry. Moir.com.au 9:30am -12:30pm every second Monday www.codependentsanonymous.org.au within Booti Booti National Park. Tuncurry Memorial Hall General Disclaimer: Traffic management will restrict access to By contributing to this publication, you agree that the material is to the best of your knowledge accurate, and Scenic Drive between Monday 22 March and Ring Leonie Dowell 0430 623 332 Heart Foundation walking group is neither deceptive or misleading, in breach of copyright, or in breach of any other laws and regulations. The 7:30am Community Health Centre information provided within the contents of this publication is the view of the individuals who submit the Friday 26 March 2021 during the works. Breeze Parade, Forster details. These views are not necessarily those of the Editor. Whilst every care is taken, The Forster Tuncurry We apologise for any inconvenience. Heart Foundation walking group Contact Lorna 0420587532 takes no responsibility for errors or omissions. For further information call 65910300. 7:30am Community Health Centre Breeze Parade, Forster Contact Bev 0408232 094 Great Lakes & Manning Stroke Recovery Club We meet every 2nd & 4th Thursday of month. Lifeline . Great Lakes Prostate Forster/Tuncurry Seniors New members and visitors are most welcome Breeze Parade Forster Contact can be made by ringing 1300 650 594. launches Cancer Support Group Carpet Bowls and Cards 12.45 – 4.40pm AfterCare Contact 02 6505 2686 Fridays Invites men and their partners program to our meetings - held 4th Forster Country Women’s Association (CWA) Tuesday of each month 3rd Friday of the Month, 10.30am CWA Rooms, Tuesdays Little St, Next to Information Centre, Forster. Trigger 7pm at Club Forster. warning: Forster Shores Combined Probus Meeting Contact Lorraine Tilley 0408055109. please note This support group provides information, 3rd Tuesday of the month that this news resources and guest speakers to support 2pm Club Forster. Heart Foundation walking group piece contains men and their families. To attend contact Peter Dreise on 0407 842 905 7:30am John Wright Park, Tuncurry content social coffee after walk relating to Contact Phil Rodham 65572063 or email Great Lakes Prostate Cancer Support Group. Contact Lorna 0420 587 532 depression and [email protected] Fourth Tuesday of every month suicide. 7pm Club Forster Wallis Lake History Group Improving the Email: [email protected] 1st Friday of the Month, 1.30pm Forster care received Proudly sponsored Bowling Club, World History by Members by people by the Prostate after a suicide Please call Jim Peters on 0418 201 167 Cancer Foundation Pacific Palms Probus Club attempt is key of Australia. Meets second Tuesday each month at Moby to reducing Resort, Boomerang Beach 9.30am for 10.00am, Forster/Tuncurry Seniors Above: Julie Wicks, Regional suicide Feb to Nov. All welcome. Breeze Parade Forster General Manager. attempts Please call Jim Peters on 0418 201 167 Carpet Bowls 9.30 - 12pmGames 1.30 - 4pm and suicide Contact 02 6505 2686 deaths, as a suicide attempt is one of the most significant risk factors for further suicidal Rotary Club of Lower Midcoast behavior. We encourage you to Meets first Tuesday each month at Sporties, support our local Tuncurry at 6pm. Meets third Tuesday at Club Saturdays Lifeline, supported by the Hunter New England Old Bar. Call Lance Fletcher 0409 850 671. Primary Health Network is launching a new advertisers who help make Forster parkrun service, AfterCare. Co-designed with local Pebbly Beach Playground off Head St communities, AfterCare has been developed this paper FREE to pick up Heart Foundation walking group 7:45am for 8am start to provide quality, professional support to 7:30am Beach Bums cafe Beach St & North St facebook.com/Forsterparkrun individuals post-suicide attempt. and read each fortnight. social coffee after walk Contact Lorna 0420 587 532 AfterCare offers individuals one-on-one support to increase access and engagement with care, Forster Library Programs help manage suicidal thoughts, and prevent Wallis Lake Dining Group repetition of suicidal behaviour or self-harm. Forster Keys We dine out on the 1st Tuesday of the Month 1. The Better Reading Better Lifeline Direct’s Regional General Manager, at various restaurants Communities program - Volunteer Literacy Julie Wicks, said, “The AfterCare service CHEW CHEW THAI MASSAGE Please call Jim Peters on 0418 201 167 Tutors are available to support members of the model is about offering people ‘post-suicide community (children & adults) with improving attempt’ the opportunity to explore optional We have a male and female masseuse reading, writing and learning English as a pathways through connection with an AfterCare available 7 days. Wednesdays second language. This a free service. Contact Coordinator and group support.” The Forster Tuncurry Community Kitchen Meredith Campbell on 7955 7421 to discuss or “Participants also receive counselling sessions 12 -1pm, 33 Lake Street Forster. for more information. and access to a dedicated after-hours phone Call 02 55099635 Provides a meal in a social & safe place. crisis service.” Volunteers and donations welcome. 2. Homework help is available during school Shop 8/86 King George Pde Forster terms for primary and secondary students AfterCare is currently being rolled out to 6539 5900 or [email protected] support the Hunter, New England and Manning every Wednesday 3-5pm. We provide free tutor regions. The service will be managed by support, afternoon tea, printing/photocopying Green Bikes Community Workshop recently appointed AfterCare manager Leisha and Wi-Fi. No bookings are required. Phone Open 12 - 3pm. Supplying parts & free help Antunovich, with coordinators based in 79557001 for more information. with bike problems. Tuncurry transfer station. Singleton, Tamworth and Forster. Budding mechanics welcome. 0458 809 975 3. The Family History Advisory Group are held “Thanks to our key stakeholders and the funding, we hope to create a lasting impact in every Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am -12:00pm the lives of those who’ve attempted suicide. Great Lakes Breast Cancer Support Group and Wednesday & Friday 1:00-3:00m. This Importantly there is no cost to people who use First Wednesday of every month. group helps members of the community start the service,” Julie concluded. researching their family tree, overcome barriers 4pm Tuncurry Beach Bowling Club/membership For post-suicide attempt support, contact Email: [email protected] (brick walls) and to provide advice to progress Lifeline on 1300 152 854 or visit aftercare. their family history searches. lifelinedirect.org.au THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

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Local Classifieds Tuition Flatmate availiable wanted MOBILE PIANO TUITION Mature flatmate wanted to share 2 bdrm unit Learn for pleasure or in Tuncurry. Fully-furnished room, easy walk to undertake exams. lake, shops and beach. Short-term or medium- term ok. $200 p/wk bills included. All ages and any level. Seniors especially Ph Wendy 0447010329 welcome. Contact Gwen 0478 752 625 or email [email protected] Great Lakes Museum - ‘The Allenwood’ John Wright’s shipyard was established on engaged in the timber business and owned a other mills. He favoured wooden vessels with the port for many years bringing general cargo the area we now know as John Wright Park fleet of ocean-going vessels to transport his a light draught to negotiate the shallow bars up and returning with timber and butter as the beside the timber mill. Allen Taylor & Co. was own timber and timber that he bought from along the coast and large holds to handle poles main cargo. This she did until 1951 when, on and girders. September 14, she ran ashore onto a sand-bar Below: The tug ‘John Gollan’ towing ‘S.S. Allenwood’ - Tuncurry Breakwall In 1920 such a boat, the “Allenwood” off More Head. Attempts were made to refloat was launched having been especially her without success, and she was sold and ordered by Allen Taylor from John dismantled. Wright. A fine vessel 398 gross ton This article was taken from “Wallis Lake, Its (404387 kilograms), 147 feet in length Rivers and Villages” from “Radio Talks” by (44.8 meters), 35 feet in beam (10.6 Dawn McMaster, Nabaic, 1993. meters). The “Allenwood” was fitted If you would like to know more about the with two engines. Her two stacks were shipping history of the area, please call into placed very close together in tandem the Museum in Capel Street, Tuncurry. Maybe and were a distinguishing feature of you would like to become a volunteer at the the ship. She was launched from the Museum, you would be made most welcome. Tuncurry stocks and towed to Sydney where the engines and other fittings Anne Masters - Volunteer/Director were installed. Great Lakes Museum The ‘Allenwood’ was a familiar sight in THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 16 Local Legend -Fred Williams Success is a journey not a destination.

Born in 1931, 3 months after his Pipers Creek the natural choice. State and Australian father’s tragic death, Fred’s mother, Through a massive effort and a lot Championships. Marion, a well known organist in of hard labour, the ski club members Fred instigated the Forster, guided Fred and his two made a track through the scrub down first lane and circuit sisters Mollie and Olive through their King George parade to Pipers Creek racing at Cabarita (the formative years. At the age of four, and built a ramp to launch their introduction of speed Fred lost the sight of his left eye after boats. The club attracted water sport ski racing as we know a playmate threw a piece of glass lovers near and afar. A building due it today). Fred was which lodged in Fred’s eye. He knew for demolition in Forster Main Street a N.S.W. Water Ski from then on to succeed, he would was given to them as a club house. Association Councillor, have to work twice as hard. A childhood friend, Graham Barclay, Vice President and Fred was a carpenter joiner by trade. had learnt the art of water skiing then President in a His first water ski project came when from Fred. Their partnership was voluntary capacity for he made an aquaplane out of an later to become world famous. 15 years. Fred was old garage door. He convinced local Fred devised a demanding training also a major sponsor man, Bert Tikner, to tow him behind program, with Graham slalom skiing of water ski events, his old power boat. In return Fred for 32km each morning and night and in particular, the agreed to repair Bert’s old boat. Bert Fred as trainer, driver, behind “Victor now internationally hooked up a tow line onto the door J”, their first tournament boat on acclaimed “Bridge to and towed Fred out on the lake. On the first Fred Williams “New Comp Bridge” (Hawkesbury gaining speed and with Fred standing Special” ski. Graham went from up, the excitement for Fred and strength to strength and together Above: Fred and Betty on their wedding Day in 1952. spectators spilled over to jubilation. the pair made radical changes to Below: Fred performing at one of his ‘water spectacular’ shows. Fred’s passion for skiing began. the designs of skis setting the future Fred noticed some renovations taking standard for others to follow. With place at the Forster Lakes and Oceans the potential of having a top rated Above: 2 year old Fred. Hotel, where some large veranda skier using his product, Fred could posts of dry tallow wood were see that self marketing possibilities being discarded. Fred obtained one were enormous. The little known Fred Williams is the father of Graham went on to become Australian water skiing. Anyone and between local boat builder, Alf Jensen and himself, shaped a couple Australian champion and third in the familiar with water skiing or water world. sports in general will instantly of ski moulds. Fred then had to heat recognise his name. and bend the moulds using hot water Fred had ideas for creating a slalom and weights. He course. He and Graham mapped nailed on sand out a training course in Pipers Creek shoes to create using rubber car tubes and other bindings - his makeshift equipment as markers. first water skis. The idea was to put together ‘water Fred improved spectacular’ shows. People came his design and from everywhere to perform. Even soon ‘Ski-Ace’ night shows were performed with a was established. portable power generator lighting up From an old the creek. A feature of those night bakehouse in displays was a ski jump performed Little Street, by Fred through a fire ringed hoop to Australia’s loud applause and cheer. first water ski River Bridge to Windsor it is today and for contributing to manufacturing Bridge - 70 miles) - now Australia now rating as a leading business was regarded as a world classic. nation in the world of water skiing.” born. Fred’s Fred realised some Fred’s water-skis had progressed dreams were to the height of excellence to about to improvements were needed in equipment so started achieve the ultimate recognition become a reality. internationally in the ‘Vapor Trail Above: Chuck Sterns and Fred designing first concave ski. Fred became a designing vests, wetsuits and other accessories all in the Award’, an achievement that should trailblazer within be appreciated by anyone. the industry - a Williams name. It is no surprise that Fred Williams designer, competitor, administrator Over the years Fred and The importance of quality power has had a life time’s association with and promoter. He was also an his family have toured the boats was now a necessity to give the water, considering his grandfather accomplished skier himself and world with Australia’s leading ultimate performance to promote was Captain Peter Williams and introduced so many to the sport, for skiers. During these trips Fred’s product. The William’s his father Frederick Williams was which they are forever grateful. many hours have been spent ‘Hustler’ went into production at the a Forster marine engineer. A true Burwood factory, then the SS160, Ski Ace went into production for the with the skiers and crews Aquarian, “My star sign is Aquarius, developing and designing then the Maverick. Inevitably Fred’s so I think it’s only natural that I’ve locals, who by now were hooked on Above: Childhood friend Graham Barclay, who this radical new form of excitement new skis and equipment to Continued on page 17. always loved the water,” he said. partnered with Fred and became Australian suit their needs and increase As a youngster, Fred was a member and water sport enjoyment. Wallis Water Ski Champion. of the F.S.L.S.C (Forster Surf Life Lake was abuzz with activity, as Below: Annette Barclay, June Hunt and Fred with some of Saving Club) and had great skills enquiries came thick and fast about his first skis in 1956. these new skis which allowed people Fred met his wife Betty whilst taking in surf swimming, belt and ski performances. races. Fred’s achievements in the to skim across the water at great a break from his apprenticeship. It speed. New skills were developed must have been love at first sight This assistance world of waterskiing and boating has not only are phenomenal, with humble on the newer slalom single skis that because the couple married in were proving popular. Fred decided 1952 and have been together ever been extended beginnings in Forster to international to Australian acclaim. to form a ski club in Forster with since. Fred’s been quoted as saying “She’s been the biggest support to skiers but many Below: ‘Our Town’ comes third in the 1981 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. me through everything - she’s an overseas skiers amazing woman.” They had two as well. Even children, Garry and Deborah. Prince Charles used a ‘Black In 1959, Fred was co-organiser of Max’ model the 1st Forster Speedboat Race, when holidaying a successful event that attracted in Fiji. many entries from all over the State. Fred’s career in powerboat racing Sandra Ferguson had begun and with co-owner Harry said.... Alcorne, when he purchased his “This first racing boat - which he named hyperactive “Betty.” man has never failed to give a With the ski manufacturing business helping hand progressing rapidly, Fred and his to all who have family, moved to Sydney to set up the come in contact Ski Ace factory and the opening of a with him. The marine dealership in Burwood then names are too Ashfield. Even with the problems and numerous to pressures associated with business, mention but we Fred’s total involvement and support all thank him increased two-fold. Not only did sincerely for he prove himself as a popular his dedication show skier and competitor, he was which has made also team manager and official our sport what tournament driver at numerous THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

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been long with milestones created by a man with self confidence as well WW2 veteran Bob Ferns will as belief in himself to make things happen. Fred was born on the shores of Wallis Lake; coming remember always home to that same area to retire was his destiny. After the when he was just 17 years old in 1940. After With complete dedication well-attended his mother pulled him out, he was allowed to and belief in himself, Fred Anzac Day join the 30th Australian Infantry Battalion. He Williams did in fact create ceremony first served in Western Australia where they his own destiny, cementing last month were ready to protect against the real threat of a place in Australia’s marine Bob Ferns an invasion, straight after the 1942 Japanese leisure history. His is a true returned to bombing of Darwin and the east coast of Australian Story. his residence Australia. He went onto serve another 3 years at Tuncurry’s in Papua New Guinea. His Battalion took over In 2014, Fred was inducted Sunrise from the 9th Battalion at Finch Haven north of into the Australian Water Village and Port Moresby. Their job was to keep pushing Ski and Wakeboard felt strongly the Japanese back along the coast. His Battalion Federation’s Hall of Fame. moved to finally joint the 6th Division in the Wewak Fred said, “It was the icing keep his own Island area until WW2 was over. on the cake for what has promise of Mary Yule Photos supplied. been a tremendous career.” remembering Fred describes Forster as those who had Above: Gary Williams with his father Fred today in Forster. ‘Heaven’, but he would served. That like to see a second bridge very afternoon Continued from page 16. built to improve the ever he held a Above: 21 year old Bob growing town. special service Ferns in uniform. business outgrew the Burwood facilities. Fred for residents, relocated to Cabarita on Hen and Chicken Bay Childhood friend and former Australian Slalom with help from his mate Keith Whitby and where he could manufacture skis and craft and Champion - Graham Barclay nurse Lesley Foley. fine tune elite engines. “Fred has achieved so much in his life and in Having been to many Anzac services, at 97 Fred himself an outstanding driver introduced doing so has crossed paths with many different people from all over the world. I am proud years of age, Bob wanted to talk about what many people to the skills and thrills of happened to the regular service people when speedboats. Fred introduced the flying and to be one of those people and recognise that my own achievements in the marine industry they returned home AFTER the war. In front of flashy ‘Goldfinger’, however without doubt, his fellow residents, he spoke about the many the unveiling of a new superboat ‘ RAGE’ with were instigated through water skiing, which would not have happened without the drive soldiers who came home still racked with fever the power, grace, style and speed, captured at night from the last recovering stages of the imagination of water sport lovers all over. and dedication of Fred during that period of my life.” Malaria. He also spoke about his own wife who RAGE was unbeatable and far more advanced would often wake him from the reoccurring in radical design than anything else. This Story by Vanda Gooley. nightmares that they all suffered. ultimate craft was the pride and joy of the Williams family. “Rage IV’ won the Jack Rushton Photos supplied. Additional photo by Mary Yule. Bob went on to recite by heart the poem ‘Just A Memorial Trophy for Australian Unlimited Common Soldier’ by Larry Vaincourt while the Displacement Speed Boat in 1979, and also the Below: Brochure promoting Fred’s skis at the Last Post was played. He wants people to listen coveted 50 years old Stuart Doyle Gold Cup. and think about the poem [published below]. World Water Ski Titles in Australia. He then finished his service with ‘The Ode’. The call of the North proved too strong for Above: Bob Ferns on Anzac Day 2020. the Williams family and Fred returned to Bob enlisted in the AAF (Australian Air Force) Belmont, Newcastle, opening a new factory at Gateshead. With the beautiful Lake Macquarie at his door-step it was only a matter of time JUST A COMMON SOLDIER before Fred would be involved in another water (A Soldier Died Today) sport, sailing. ‘Mistress Kate’ was his first by A. Lawrence Vaincourt 1987 investment , resulting in his crew winning the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club line honours and He was getting old and paunchy and his hair was falling fast, club point score many times. Sailing became And he sat around the Legion, telling stories of the past. Fred’s top priority and the ultimate challenge of Of a war that he had fought in and the deeds that he had done, endurance and skill, the ‘Sydney to Hobart’ was In his exploits with his buddies; they were heroes, every one. now another dream for Fred. Led by Fred, as skipper, ‘Our Town’ finished third. And tho' sometimes, to his neighbors, his tales became a joke, The sailing chapter in Fred Williams’ story All his Legion buddies listened, for they knew whereof he spoke. shows the versatile and tenacious attitude that But we'll hear his tales no longer for old Bill has passed away, makes Fred, the man, a standout of legendary And the world's a little poorer, for a soldier died today. proportions. Through him a lot of knowledge and interest was gained for his country, He will always be remembered for his go forward He will not be mourned by many, just his children and his wife, manner and forthright approach as well as his For he lived an ordinary and quite uneventful life. input into the industry. Held a job and raised a family, quietly going his own way, And the world won't note his passing, though a soldier died today. Fred and Bettie made the decision to move back to Forster and opened a factory in Tuncurry, where it had all started. The road had When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state, While thousands note their passing and proclaim that they were great. Papers tell their whole life stories, from the time that they were young, But the passing of a soldier goes unnoticed and unsung.

Is the greatest contribution to the welfare of our land Right: Anzac A guy who breaks his promises and cons his fellow man? Day photo Or the ordinary fellow who, in times of war and strife, of Peter La Goes off to serve his Country and offers up his life? Hood, Bruce Watterson, A politician's stipend and the style in which he lives Peter Cosef Are sometimes disproportionate to the service that he gives. and Graham While the ordinary soldier, who offered up his all, Wilmot. Is paid off with a medal and perhaps, a pension small. It's so easy to forget them for it was so long ago, That the old Bills of our Country went to battle, but we know It was not the politicians, with their compromise and ploys, Who won for us the freedom that our Country now enjoys.

Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand, Would you want a politician with his ever-shifting stand? Or would you prefer a soldier, who has sworn to defend His home, his kin and Country and would fight until the end?

He was just a common soldier and his ranks are growing thin, ANZAC DAY PHOTOS But his presence should remind us we may need his like again. For when countries are in conflict, then we find the soldier's part Left: Anzac Day photo of Is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start. Bruce Watterson, Adrian Biocca (wearing his If we cannot do him honor while he's here to hear the praise, Grandfather’s medals) and Then at least let's give him homage at the ending of his days. Graham Wilmot. Perhaps just a simple headline in a paper that would say, Our Country is in mourning, for a soldier died today. Photos supplied. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th May 2021

Community News Page 18 Our Local Wildlife Seniors Golf Tournament Forster

The WGCNC (Womens Golf Central Black North Coast) held their Seniors Cockatoos Tournament recently at the Forster Flying languidly Golf Club on the 4th - 5th of May. overhead, wailing Course conditions were very good loudly to each and there were lots of positive other, Black comments from the players. This Cockatoos are an was a two-day, 36 hole stableford unmistakeable and event run over 4 divisions. favourite species Stableford play involves the players of Australian bird being allocated a certain number to many people of shots per hole according to their (including me!). handicap. Once they run out of Although there are shots on each hole, they pick up at least six different their ball. species throughout The tournament attracted 125 Australia, the players on the Monday and Above: (L to R) Tournament organisers Lyn Harper most common 128 players on the Tuesday. It (Secretary), Wendy Johnstone (Vice Captain), Glenys one in our area is encompassed 26 clubs from Cummings (Captain), Coral McCann (Treasurer). the Yellow tailed Bulahdelah to Woolgoolga and Black-Cockatoo Jane Horne, runner up from 2019, said during included players from Bulahdelah, Coffs the tournament, “The company is good but (Calyptorhynchus Harbour, Crescent Head, Cypress Lakes, (Zanda) funereus). I’m struggling on the greens today.” Her fellow Dungog, Forster/Tuncurry, Gloucester, golfing friend added with a laugh, “The greens Males and female Kempsey, Kew, Port Macquarie, Pacific Dunes, are demanding her attention!” Richmond, Sawtell, SWR, Taree and Wauchope. Yellow tailed Black- Above: Photo of Black Cockatoo by Detta's Photography. Cockatoos differ The next major tournament is the Annual Glenys Cummings, Captain of CNC (Central tournament in August at South West Rocks. slightly with the North Coast) and one of the organisers of the female having a larger yellow cheek patch, and supplies her with food. They may return to the This involves a 2-day stroke event and 1 day same nesting hollow year after year. event said, “After covid it is good to catch up foursome’s event. pale grey eye-ring, white upper bill and black with players from all the different clubs.” marks or flecks in the yellow tail panels. Males Incubation takes between 28-31 days and Results have a pink eye-ring, grey-black bills and the although two eggs are laid, usually only one Below: Thora-Lou Smith from Buladelah. Monday 4th May tail panels are more fully yellow. Adolescents chick survives. Fledging occurs around 3 Winner of the 36 Hole Stableford in Division 1. resemble adult females, but young males have months of age, but the chick will stay in the 18 Hole Stableford Division 1 - winner Janelle a smaller cheek patch. care of it’s parents for several months, not Ervin from Forster Tuncurry with 36 c/b. becoming independent until the next breeding Yellow tailed Black-Cockatoos appear to Tuesday 5th May migrate between the upper ranges and coastal season. areas and can be sighted in a range of habitats There are a number of threats to Black- 18 Hole Stableford Division 1 - winner Jenny but most commonly in coastal heath-lands, Cockatoos, and sadly, there is evidence that Bevan from Kew with 37. banksia forests, eucalypt woodlands, and pine they are declining in numbers. The most serious 4th - 5th May plantations. They typically feed in small to large threat is the loss of food forests and nesting groups eating the seeds of native trees such 36 Hole Stableford Division 1 - winner Lou hollows from habitat destruction, degradation Smith from Buladelah with 75. as casuarinas, banksias and hakeas as well as and fragmentation. introduced pine trees. Their diet also includes Best scratch score of the field - Denise Blanch A number of other animals are able to out- from Forster Tuncurry with 49. insects and grubs from under acacia, she-oaks compete Black-Cockatoos for nesting hollows and other tree barks which they strip out with including possums, galahs, Indian Mynahs and Barbara Mort Memorial Best Seniors’ Salver their sharp, strong beaks. Occasionally they will feral European honeybees. As such, suitable - Kim Abercrombie from Forster Tuncurry with feed on the seeds of ground plants. nesting hollows are increasingly and possibly 79. Despite grouping together in large flocks, desperately in short supply. Additionally, Barbara Boyd Cup (70 years and over) - Yellow-tailed Black-Cockatoos are monogamous some Black-Cockatoo chicks have been lost to Margaret Haigh from Taree with 77. and mate for life. They are extremely starvation when available nesting hollows are affectionate with each other spending a large too far from food and water sources. Story and photos by Mary Yule. amount of time gently preening each other Habitat loss can occur not only from human Infomation supplied by Glenys Cummings. with their huge beaks. They are long lived, development and clearing, but also as a result living up to 80 years old in captivity. of more intense and frequent bushfires. Severe Yellow tailed Black-Cockatoos have a long droughts also take their toll. breeding season, depending on the conditions Feral cats and foxes will prey on Black of their range. In our area they are most likely Cockatoos when they are feeding close to the to breed between March and October. ground or accessing water from dams or creeks Like nearly all parrots they require large tree and it is believed the European black rat may Star Pet hollows which they will shape and line with prey on eggs and chicks. Some cockatoos are wood chips - including hollows in old dead also victims of car strikes. trees. From July 2019 to March 2021 FAWNA rescued Both sexes 8 Yellow tailed Black-Cockatoos. construct Additionally, the nest, but through its Nest Box Program, FAWNA is the female attempting to provide substitute tree hollows alone in suitable habitats. (See article on page 13.) incubates Kym Kilpatrick the eggs, Hallidays Point while the male

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If you would like to see your beloved pet featured in Star Pet please submit a high resolution photo and answers to Above: Photo of Tetsuya, ‘Yellowtail’ scad off Forster Beaches by Steve White. www.theforstertuncurry.com.au THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th Mayl 2021

Sport Page 19 Rugby Dolphins verses Old Bar Ninja Nannies

The Forster Tuncurry Dolphins’ rising No 8, Blake Polson, forwards coach, former Penrith Emus hooker, Mark cracked Old Bar’s spirit with his devastating charges Coble. after which the club’s “silent assassin”, Mark Hagarty, Ultimately, the ground and Autumn conditions were capitalised on the Clams’ broken ranks for a four-try perfect for any code of football, and the Dolphins utilised contribution to the Dolphins’ 71-3 rugby union win at the game beneficially to iron out inevitable kinks after Richard Crook Field on Saturday May 9th. missing last winter’s competition due to the pandemic. Over in Nabiac, the Wallamba Bulls ended Manning Polson is a special forward and club man, a 100kg River’s encouraging start to the Lower Mid North rugby bruising runner, an engaging personality and newly premiership with a 20-5 win against last year’s premiers, appointed club captain. Against the Clams, he received a success which has changed the complexion of the the best-on-field major awards of the three Dolphins men’s competition and produced new favourites for the judges while the players’ player award went to second Kennards Hire shield. In addition, completing a splendid rower Kobi Simon. day for the Bulls, the Wallamba Women’s team defeated the Ratz, 56-7. Twice in the opening minutes, Simon made inroads through the Clams’ midfield defence for tries in such The Dolphins overcame setbacks before their game a manner to suggest he would make an exceptional against the Clams, introducing newcomers in former centre. Tuncurry Hawks rugby league centre, Jarrod Little, and Matthew Britza as new hooker, after the disappointment Later, as the Clams’ defenders ran out of stamina and of losing four Tongan players to the Wallamba Bulls club. tackles and referee Mick Wooster depowered the scrum, the Dolphins attacked with welcome confidence behind On the afternoon, head coach Ron McCarthy was the new halfback combination of Liam Brady and Jesse unavailable, and the team was coached by Mark Hudson, Logan. the Dolphins’ 2008 premiership-winning captain, and Fullback Blake Newcombe and winger Mark Quillan revealed exceptional speed in the second half, the Dolphins’ only black “She’s our idol and we all adore her,” Above: Master Fay and Robyn Blue mark coming midway through the said Robyn Blue who has been a Ninja breaking wood. second half when referee Mick Nannie in Forster since it was started Wooster ordered hooker Britza 14 years ago by Master Fay, 7th Dan “We also have Ninja Grandads with 12 from the field for foul play. International Taekwondo Master. “She members so far.” In his new role as a flanker, not only brings the exercises but the Robyn loves the Taekwondo as, “It the Dolphins’ “old” marvel, jokes and makes us happy.” keeps me fit and energetic. I know Thomas Harris, displayed some Robyn is one of around 30 women self-defense and feel I’m prepared if marvellous sleight of hand to eagerly warming up and going anything might happen. If someone bewilder the Clams and send through Taekwondo drills on the here falls over, they are able to winger Zac Palmer scorching in protect their bodies and get back up for his try. grass outside the Forster Information Centre in the early Autumn sunshine. again. It’s great for our balance. There Next Saturday (May 22nd), is also a social side and a camaraderie the Dolphins are at home at “These women training here are with each other. It’s not just physical Peter Barclay Field, Tuncurry, graded and accepted by the National but mental and helps all aspects of against the competition leaders, Body of Taekwondo. They are being.” the Wallamba Bulls, with the between 40 - 85 years of age and are Wauchope Thunder meeting the doing just as well as the kids I train. I www.facebook.com/ Ratz in Wauchope. have Ninja Nannie classes throughout Master-Fay-Shacklocks-Taekwondo Phil Wilkins the week including one at Tobwabba Story and photo by Mary Yule. Left: Photo by Deb Harrison. for the elders,” explains Master Faye. Blue Water Fishing Club Forster wins Senior Singles

Results from our Monthly fishing competition is adjacent to the Forster ZONE 11 BOWLS - SENIOR SINGLES five of the next six ends to tie everything up at conducted Off Shore of Forster on 24th April, Harbour Boat Ramp 11-11. Steve then came back again and scored 2021. from 2.30pm Sunday and Whilst we have concluded our Senior Singles, the Open and President’s Reserve events 7 shots to 1, and had established a very handy There were 4 boats, with 7 members who Saturday respectably. A 6 shot lead. Now, if he could just stop Grant luncheon and monthly are down to the semis and final respectively. fished on the day. In total 76 fish were weighed Usually, these events would all conclude at the from making another comeback, the prize in with a total weight of 50.28 kilos. The most prize presentation are held at Club Forster at same time, but due to weather disruptions a could be his. Shots were traded, but try as he points for the day was won by Wayne Hall with might, Grant could not seem to close the gap, 256 points. The largest Flathead was caught 1pm on the 4th Sunday of slight anomaly has occurred this year. each month. and Steve now led 25-20. He could almost see by Martyn Barry at 1.380 kilos, with runner-up In the first semi, last year’s champ, Noel James the finish line, and scored a 3 to edge even Franklin Harshman at 1.200 kilos. The largest If anyone is interested in (Tuncurry Beach) was up against Steve Pell from closer. Grant came back with a 2, but Steve Snapper was caught by Jeremy Davies weighing joining our club, please come to Club Forster to Forster. Both of these players were playing at a in at 1.980 kilos. The largest Teraglin was enquire or come down to our weigh-in on the scored a 2 of his own and now led 30-22. Grant caught by Wayne Hall at 1.140 kilos. third Sunday of each month at 2.30 pm. high level, but one of them was just a little bit could now not afford even one mistake. He held better. Shots were traded back and forth, but on doggedly with a couple of 1’s, but Steve was The biggest other species was a Pearl Perch All of the fish that are caught comply with in the end, it was Steve who was at the higher not to be denied and ran out a 31-24 winner. weighing 3.02 kilos caught by Wayne Hall. DPI regulations and/or club BY LAWS. Fish are level, and was a deserved 31-24 winner. The Club Forster Bluewater Fishing Club conducts either eaten by our members that catch them REPRESENTATIVE or given away to their friends and family. There second semi had the wiley veteran, George Fishing competitions on the weekend of the McCartney (Sporties), playing Grant McKirdy The selectors have announced the Senior 3rd Sunday of each month, Off Shore from is also a bag limit as to how many fish of each species can be caught. from Tuncurry Beach. George snuck out to a and Open teams to represent Zone 11 in the Forster from 12 midnight Friday to 3pm Sunday, slender 6-5 lead, but Grant got away to lead Inter-Zone Sides Championship to be held at if weather and ocean conditions allow. Should Franklin Harshman conditions not be favourable then the outing is 14-8 before George came back to level the Tamworth in May. Publicity/Records Officer – CFBWFC scores at 17. Scores were again level at 19 moved to the following Saturday only. Weigh-in SENIORS before Grant slowly crept away to a 31-24 win. Tony Hinton (CWB), Peter Schroeder (F), Noel The first end of the final had Steve scoring the James (TB), Dennis Hoye( OB) maximum 4 shots, and he kept the pressure on to establish a 10-3 lead. What a great start to a Wayne Wright (TB), Barry Dixon (F), Col Hobie Fishing Series final. Grant knew that if he wanted to win, he Hebblewhite (G), Dave Richardson (TB) had to stop the rot, and he responded, winning Tony Gorrie (SP), Brian Wilson (F), Steve Pell (F), in Forster this weekend George McCartney (SP) This weekend the Hobie Fishing Series returns For everyone on the way to the event, help OPEN to one of our favourite locations on the support some of the local tackle shops close to Matt Pearce (H), Peter Cassar (H), Keeden Australian Tour, Forster, NSW for the 15th -16th the event by dropping in and picking up some McGuire (F), Shannon White (F) May. tackle. Damian Penning (TL), Justin Costa(W), Erin Forster has a reputation for breaking even For anglers competing in the round there’s a Smith(F), Martin Gosper (F) the most hardened angler with its oyster rack lot up for grabs at this event, not only will the dwelling bream. With plenty of lures being top place take home some great earnings but Warren Cocksedge (TL), Brett English (BH), donated to the fish gods in the oyster racks this also win an automatic entry into the Hobie Jason Aurisch (TB), Shane Globits (BH) is sure to be one of the best rounds this year. Fishing Worlds Australian Team and qualify for After the huge floods that affected the region, the Australian Championships at the end of the Noel James the waterway is an all-new system to our year. Photo supplied. angling fleet. ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE 2PM THURSDAY MAY Hobie encourages its competitors to help 13TH 2021. support the local community that has just www.hobiefishing.com.au Left: Senior Single winner Steve Pell and recently been through some of the worst runnner up Grant McKirdy. floods in decades by entering our fourth round. THE FORSTER TUNCURRY 12th Mayl 2021

Sport Page 20 NSW Club Tri Champs Pennant flag winners return to Forster The NSW Club include Aaron Eichner, Tristan Marshall, Club Champs Louise Every and her son Darcy Every (junior are back in sprint), Simon Gay and Kate Drury. Forster next Last year’s fastest local Aaron Eichner is hoping weekend, for “Good conditions on the day. It will be a 22nd May, challenge to ride the hilly 3 loop course again which marks this year. We ask everyone to look out for road the end of closures and be aware of the bikes going from the tri season. Main Beach to Burgess Beach and back.” Triathletes from all “Every volunteer who signs up gets a point for around the our Club so please sign up and register under state will The Forster Tri Club.” again be To register as a volunteer please visit: www. competing tri.org.au and click EVENTS tab, click 2021 for points for NSW CLUB CHAMPS, click HERE tab next to Our pennant season is over for the Forster being played at all district clubs including their clubs. volunteer, click CREATE NSW TRI CLUB and Women’s Bowling Club and I am happy to Forster, Bulahdelah, Gloucester, Manning All events type ‘Forster’, click JOIN Forster Tri Club with report our Grade 1 girls have won the flag. Point, Pacific Palms, Taree Leagues and Railway are centered Heather Hunter as administrator. Their next game will be playing the winners and Sporties. This is a great event for our around of the Hastings District. Regional 2 Pennant area. Good luck to all from our area who are Forster’s Main On Saturday the 22nd of May there will playoffs are at Taree Leagues on 26th May. competing. Come and watch some great bowls. Beach with be road closures along the bike course We are all behind you and wish you well. The Fay Hannah Photo supplied. the main Club from Main Beach to Burgess 6am - 1pm. A players in the Grade 1 side were Gail Robinson, Champ event free shuttle bus will be available between Carol Wright, Carol Watters, Clare Kelly, Julie Right: Laraine starting at 7am - 12:30pm for pedestrians wishing to Cotton, Gina Pain, Laraine Mazurek and Sue cross the Forster Tuncurry bridge. For more Mazurek and Above: Fastest local Aaron 6:45am. The Davis. During the wet pennant season our Champ event details visit: www.eliteenergy.com.au/event/ Claire Kelly Eichner in 2020. Grade 1 players used the shades over the consists of trinsw-club-champs/club-champs/ greens to “hang out and dry their jackets”. Very won the 2021 a 1Km swim Forster parkrun will go ahead on the 22nd of innovative. Senior Pairs on Main Beach, a 30km bike (3 x 10km loop to and will play May. The regular car park and Head St will be The next championship is the Ladies Major Burgess) and an 8km run (2 x 4km loop) over closed for parking. Parking will be available in the Regional the bridge to Tuncurry. Singles. First round was played Wed May Cross St and surrounding streets. There will be 5th. Entries for the club pairs are on the Senior Pairs Last year the Forster Tri Club came first in a marshal to help parkrun participants across noticeboard with proposed date. July 6th Division 3 and they hope to do well again. So Head St to get to the Pebbly Beach start. at Taree May 17th - 21st will see the State Carnival far, members registered from the Forster Tri Story and photo by Mary Yule. Leagues. Junior Lifesavers bring ideas back from State Camp

Two young Forster lifesavers have recently Branch and then by the State selection panel. duty rescuing a swimmer returned from attending the 2021 NSW Junior This is great experience for when we go for from One Mile Beach.” Lifesaver of the Year State Camp in Sydney and job interviews in future, and we have gained He went on to say, “I are overflowing with ideas and new skills to valuable life skills out of the process.” commend Hannah for her take back to their club. James said that he would thoroughly quick thinking and bravery, James Williams (14) and Hannah Carmichael recommend the JLOTY experience to young which allowed her to assist (13), both from Forster Surf Life Saving Club, lifesavers and encourages people to stay the swimmer to safety”. were selected as the Junior Lifesaver of the Year involved with their clubs as they reach their Talking about the rescue, (JLOTY) representatives for the Lower North teenage years. Hannah said that she saw Coast Branch after an intense and extensive “Both Hannah and I are involved in the Youth a man enter the water for interview and selection process involving Group at Forster Surf Club and the three-day a swim that afternoon and clubs from across the region. As winners of JLOTY camp has given us lots of new ideas that she noticed that he had the Branch JLOTY, they then headed down to we can take back to this group to try to help gone straight into a rip. Sydney along with representatives of all of the young people stay involved in surf lifesaving.” other ten surf lifesaving NSW branches to be “I knew straight away that considered for the State title. During her interview with the state selection he was going to get into panel, Hannah was able to talk about her trouble as the rip was The calibre of candidates was exceptionally recent experience of performing a rescue at strong and he started to high and even though neither of the teens an unpatrolled section of One Mile Beach, struggle almost straight walked away with the top honour of NSW Forster at the end of February. The rescue, and away. A few big waves Junior LifeSaver of the Year, they both agreed the social media attention that it generated, came through and he was that they took a lot of new skills, knowledge resulted in Hannah gaining recognition for struggling to keep his head and experience away from the three-day camp. her bravery at the highest levels, with local above water. I was on my Above: Lower North Coast Junior Lifesaver representatives James “I gained so much out of the whole member for Myall Lakes, Stephen Bromhead surfboard, so I paddled Williams and Hannah Carmichael. experience,” said Hannah. “We met people MP, commending Hannah’s efforts in over to him and helped from all across the state and had talks on Parliament. him onto my board. We of training just kicked in and I went into auto- important issues such as metal health and Speaking in Parliament of the rescue, Mr waited for a few more big waves to crash over p i l o t ! I ’ m j u s t g l a d t h a t I w a s t h e r e t o h e l p a n d leadership as well as doing lots of fun team and Bromhead MP said, “I rise to recognise the us before I paddled him out of the rip on my that I had the right skills to be able to perform fitness activities.” bravery of Hannah Carmichael, the thirteen- board and back into shore.” the rescue safely.” “We were interviewed three times during the year-old Forster Surf Club member who “He was very grateful afterwards. All of those Julie Carmichael Photo supplied. JLOTY process – once by our Club, then by the recently went above and beyond the call of years of being a nipper and all of those years Enjoy 5DAYS Great Lakes Aquatic & Leisure Centre * 51 Lake Street, Forster on us! 6555 4617 | ymcansw.org.au/greatlakes GET STARTED NOW! SCAN QR CODE OR Manning Aquatic Leisure Centre VISIT BIT.LY/3NKBI8Z TO BEGIN > Manning River Drive, Taree North 6550 0500 | ymcansw.org.au/malc