Manning River Times
Sunday, 10 December 2023
Fire safety more important than ever over Christmas and summer
Fire safety more important than ever over Christmas and summer
Staff Reporters
A childhood flight of fantasy comes true on the Myall Lakes
Daniel Scott
Fun on the nose. Picture by Daniel Scott
What's on
Your never-ending guide to what's happening on the Mid Coast
Tassie devil joeys are coming to Forster's Discovery Day. Picture by Aussie Ark
Toni Bell
Opinion
The customer's always ripe, for a rip-off
Garry Linnell
Supermarket companies persist with the myth of self-service checkouts. Picture Shutterstock
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Whoops! Live anchor caught flipping the bird
Anna Houlahan
Maryam Moshiri gets serious. Picture via BBC News
Supermarket giant's 'weird' interview request
Jessica Coates
Source: file photo.
Al Pacino plays journalist Lowell Bergman in which film? Take our quiz
Anna Houlahan
Al Pacino plays journalist Lowell Bergman in which film? File pictures
Photos
Concert to wrap up 2023 for Manning Valley U3A
U3A Concert at the Taree Uniting Church
Council
Have your say on the future of Old Bar and Manning Point coastline
MidCoast Council wants to hear how you use the coastline from south Crowdy Head down to Wallabi Point. Picture supplied.
Staff Reporters
What's on
'It's a Wrap': lunchtime webinar with Bushfire Resilient Gardens Project
Staff Reporters
The first workshop was held at the Tinonee property of Margaret Beard. Picture supplied
Council
Mid Coast's waterway health and what you can do to help
James Duval working in a raingarden. Picture supplied.
Staff Reporters
What's on
Celebrate Christmas with the Manning Valley Concert Band
Staff Reporters
Manning Valley Concert Band playing in their favourite venue, St John's Anglican Church, Taree. Picture supplied.
Coopernook hosts a big evening of entertainment with carols in the park
Margaret Haddon
Lansdowne Bowling and Recreation Club. File picture
Maintenance work to get underway on roads around the Mid Coast
Staff Reporters
Warwibba Road, Old Bar. Picture supplied.
What's on
From our archives: Black Head Carols 2017 to 2019 | Photos
The Kiddies Hut Preschool children
Cricket talent Samira Mitchell named in NSW Country under 19 team
Mick McDonald
Cricketer Samira Mitchell of Taree is this week's Times-Iguana Sport Award winner.
Smoochy Peanut in search of his new forever home
Peanut is the biggest smoocher you will ever meet. Picture supplied.
Don't let your dog die a horrible death from parvovirus
Julia Driscoll
Dogs should be vaccinated against parvovirus as puppies, and have regular boosters every three years to keep them safe. Picture Shutterstock.
Avoid handling distressed bats in heatwave to protect yourself
Staff Reporters
Endangered grey-headed flying foxes at Wingham Brush. Picture by Scott Calvin.

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Cool change sweeps across Sydney after sweltering day
Sydneysiders have flocked to the beach as temperatures climbed to more than 40C. (AP PHOTO)
Kathryn Magann and Rachael Ward
Crowds bake at Sydney concerts as mercury soars
Kathryn Magann
Scorching temperatures are not expected to deter Sydney concertgoers on Saturday. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Cyclone Jasper swings towards Australia
Laine Clark and Rachael Ward
Four scientists have been evacuated from Willis Island ahead of Jasper's forecast arrival. (James Shrimpton/AAP PHOTOS)
Albanese flags immigration system overhaul
John Kidman
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has outlined impending changes to immigration numbers. (Brent Lewin/AAP PHOTOS)
Alleged animal cruelty could prompt abattoir suspension
Ethan James
Shocking allegations of animal cruelty at a Tasmanian abattoir are being investigated. (HANDOUT/FARM TRANSPARENCY PROJECT)
Sport
Cricket talent Samira Mitchell named in NSW Country under 19 team
Cricketer Samira Mitchell of Taree is this week's Times-Iguana Sport Award winner.
Mick McDonald
Cricketers head to Gloucester in fundraiser for McGrath Foundation
Mick McDonald
Promising all-rounder Tyson Abbott from Taree United bowling in a T1 clash at Chatham Park this season. The competition is now in recess until January 13.
Chance for defence community to try pickleball at free community event in Taree
Staff Reporters
Chance for defence community to try pickleball at free community event in Taree
Harrington bowler Steve Harris wins Zone 11 singles bowls championship
Mick Kilkeary
Zone 11 singles champion Steve Harris from Harrington with finalist Jason Morse from Forster. Photo Zone 11
Ca'Naan O'Donnell wins Australian amateur middleweight championship
Mick McDonald
Newly crowned Australian amateur middleweight champion Ca'Naan O'Donnell flanked by trainer Tim Rogers and good mate Lachie Shannon-Brown after his win at Nyngan. Photo Knuckle Up gym.
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Former Australia cricket captain Ricky Ponting paid $20.75 million for a six-bedroom home on Linlithgow Avenue, one of the country's most expensive streets. Pic: supplied
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What do you do when your chicks have grown and flown the nest?
Steve Evans
Rachel Lane and Noel Whittaker. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Why Australian home prices continue to rise despite rate increases
Jen Melocco
People have been sitting on their hands and been unwilling to put their home up for sale as interest rates rise says Ray White Commercial Head of Research, Vanessa Rader.
Sneak peek: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
See inside the Byron Bay house Carrie Bickmore is selling
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The Byron Bay home is made for outdoor entertaining and summer living. Picture: Supplied
Photos
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
Hamish Geale
Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
What's On
A childhood flight of fantasy comes true on the Myall Lakes
Fun on the nose. Picture by Daniel Scott
Daniel Scott
What's on
'It's a Wrap': lunchtime webinar with Bushfire Resilient Gardens Project
Staff Reporters
The first workshop was held at the Tinonee property of Margaret Beard. Picture supplied
What's on
Your never-ending guide to what's happening on the Mid Coast
Toni Bell
Tassie devil joeys are coming to Forster's Discovery Day. Picture by Aussie Ark
What's on
Celebrate Christmas with the Manning Valley Concert Band
Staff Reporters
Manning Valley Concert Band playing in their favourite venue, St John's Anglican Church, Taree. Picture supplied.
What's on
Three new exhibitions at Manning Regional Art Gallery
Staff Reporters
Saltwater Freshwater Arts 2023 opens at Manning Regional Art Gallery. Picture supplied.
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Give the gifts that keep on giving with Samsung this Christmas
The Samsung Freestyle Portable Projector makes the cinematic experience mobile, indoors, outdoors or even the outback. Picture Samsung
Rhiannon Veness
Ag pioneers recognised in this year's Syngenta Growth Awards
The winners of the 2023 Syngenta Growth Awards night. Darren Best (not pictured) won second judges' choice. Picture supplied
Five reasons why the Zown app is a must-have for tweens and teens
Elizabeth Habermann
Zown is a safe, positive mobile app for children aged between eight and 14. Picture Zown
How today's evolving retirement villages can benefit seniors and society
Rosie Ryan
Keyton retirement communities foster friendship and fun. Picture supplied
Retail ready: How to prepare your business for the Christmas season
Here are some of the top tips to help you prepare your business for the silly season. Picture Shutterstock
Community
Fire safety more important than ever over Christmas and summer
Fire safety more important than ever over Christmas and summer
Staff Reporters
A childhood flight of fantasy comes true on the Myall Lakes
Daniel Scott
Fun on the nose. Picture by Daniel Scott
Photos
Concert to wrap up 2023 for Manning Valley U3A
U3A Concert at the Taree Uniting Church
Coopernook hosts a big evening of entertainment with carols in the park
Margaret Haddon
Lansdowne Bowling and Recreation Club. File picture
What's on
From our archives: Black Head Carols 2017 to 2019 | Photos
The Kiddies Hut Preschool children
Photos and Video
A one-state Israel-Palestine solution is a bad and dangerous idea
Opinion
A two-state solution is needed here. Picture Shutterstock
Paul Rubenstein
Opinion
Dystopian satire: COP28 conference hosted by petrostate
Ebony Bennett
United Nations environment program executive direct Inger Andersen, COP28 president Sultan Al Jaber, and special US presidential envoy for climate John F. Kerry. Picture COP28
An implausible film about growth
Jane Freebury
Picture Magnolia Films
Photos
Concert to wrap up 2023 for Manning Valley U3A
U3A Concert at the Taree Uniting Church
Game Awards 2023: Baldur's Gate 3 wins Game of the Year
Jessica Coates Ayden Dawkins
Timothée Chalamet presents Game of the Year, Swen Vincke in a suit of armour and Matthew McConaughey introduces his new game 'The Exodus'. Picture via thegameawards/YouTube
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Letter: Now is the time to be water wise
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Chris and Heather Abbott
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How Di's life could have changed
Mick McDonald
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Letter: A climate change wake-up call for us all
Amy Hiller
Regenerative farmer, Rachel Ward with her herd of cattle. Picture supplied
Opinion
Riding the next wave: COVID-19 cases on the rise again
Dr David Durrheim
Dr David Durrheim. Picture by Marina Neil
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Visit and explore Santiago as part of a luxury cruise
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A gorgeous new hotel has just opened in Athens
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VW Group Australia's new boss says company needs to pick up the pace
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William Stopford
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Q&A with Paul Harris, managing director for McLaren Asia Pacific and China
Anthony Crawford
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Scammers pretending to be from a bank's fraud team are fleecing millions from Australians. Picture Shutterstock
Impersonation scams have fleeced $92 million from us in nine months. Here's how to not be duped.
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There's an I in independence, says disability advocate
Anne-Mason Furmage won't let her lifelong disability defeat her.
Rowan Cowley
Disability advocate Ann-Mason Furmage. Picture supplied
World War II veteran Reg Chard celebrates 100th birthday
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
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World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
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Legless lizards and lookouts in Conimbla National Park
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The legless lizard was not prepared to move. Pictures by Rebecca Nadge
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Steak, chips and an existential crisis: Food challenges take social media by storm
Layton Holley
Gerogery Hotel publican Norm Carl holds the record for the 1KG steak challenge - eight minutes. Picture by Mark Jesser
Telling stories through photos: Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan's photography goal
'For me, all of my shots need to tell a story...'
Orlander Ruming
Belinda Dimarzio-Bryan's photo of her son trying to feed the ram was chosen as the winner of the National Ag Day competition.
Life & Style
Festive, sustainable decorating on a budget
Decorating a Christmas wreath with slices of dried fruit can smell as good as it looks. Pictures Shutterstock
Alternative and affordable ways to treat your loved ones this Christmas
Amandine Ahrens
A listed guide on the ways you can make Christmas gifts affordable and original this year.
Ho, ho, ho: the definitive gourmet Christmas gift guide for 2023
Karen Hardy
Merry Christmas to all our food mad readers. May you find a gift you like under the tree this year. Picture Shutterstock