October 22, 2026
FISHING: Stinker’s Quiz The magnificent view from Tomaree Headland. Photo: Supplied by John Clarke.

FISHING: Stinker’s Quiz

THE following questions are designed to discover how much a part of the local area you are. Your score (which will remain personal) will indicate your involvement in this beautiful place.

For every ‘Yes’ answer, give yourself the allotted points. Add them up at the end and see where you’ve landed.

Good luck!

John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

  • Have you climbed Tomaree – Yes, 4 points
  • Walked through Tomaree to the entrance – 2 points
  • Driven out to Rocky Point – 2 points
  • Visited the Gan Gan lookout – 2 points
  • Walked on Broughton Island – 4 points
  • Driven along Stockton Beach – 2 points
  • Taken the ferry to Tea Gardens – 3 points
  • Visited Carrington (Port Stephens) – 3 points
  • Studied the AA Company – 2 points
  • Visited Murrook – 3 points
  • Visited the Inner Light – 2 points
  • Visited Barry Park, Fingal Bay – 2 points

Mobility is always an issue when it comes to visiting places. So, if you had difficulty reaching some of these spots, such as climbing Tomaree Headland, add 5 points.

If you spend more than eight hours a week on the golf course – subtract 5 points.

How did you go? 

A possible 25 points – you are right into this place. Well done!

12-24 points – time to get with it.

0-11 points – Come on. Get a wriggle on.

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