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Village Voice Issue 021 - 31 March 2022

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From the Editor

In recent weeks the Lithgow community has been hotly debating the inclusion of the old Wallerawang Power Station site in the proposed West Lithgow Precinct Waste to Energy Zone. There is a lot of concern in the community and a great deal of trepidation in what this may mean for our future. There are also many people in the community supportive of embracing change and building a new industry base. Our community is in economic transition. Global trends beyond our control are changing the underpinning local industries we have relied on so heavily for decades. There is clearly a need for change. It is important that we have a seat at the table in discussions that impact our community and that we take all the information in to ensure we can make informed decisions about our future when the time comes. The idea of a circular economy and managing one of the major global issues - waste - is not something that was ever considered as the region focussed on reliable technology and industry over the past 100+ years, however, it is something we as a community now need to understand. Any future prosperity for this region needs a balanced mix of industries to be sustainable into the future. We

need tourism, we need manufacturing, we need freight and distribution, we need to do things in regional centres we can’t do in cities. We should also be in the energy market as we have always been. We also need to think beyond election cycles and think about what a world looks like in 20 or even 50 years time. I ask the entire community to keep an open mind about what is being proposed now, but also what comes up in the future. We are not really making decisions for ourselves, we are making them on behalf of our children and grandchildren. In order for them to have futures in our regions and ensure that the first thing they do when they reach a working age is not leave and go somewhere else, we need to support growth. Now is a time for understanding and learning, then we can make better decisions about our future.

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Bathurst Electorate local and recently elected Blayney Shire Councillor Michelle Pryse Jones has been named as one of 24 recipients of the 2022 NSW Rural Scholarship Program.

uture Women, in partnership with the NSW Minister for Women, Regional Health and Mental Health Bronnie Taylor MLC and the Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole MP, are proud to launch the Rural NSW Scholarship for a second time. Member for Bathurst and Deputy Premier Paul Toole said regional women like Michelle are the lifeblood of so many bush communities. “Michelle has already gone above and beyond for our community, and this program will boost her leadership potential as she inspires the next generation of local leaders,” Mr Toole said. Michelle, a recently elected councillor of Blayney Shire Council, is the owner and operator of CRT Rural Merchandise store (Hill & Crofts) and has a strong passion for women in business and the role a diverse education plays in their success. Alongside her family business she has experience across disability, agriculture, finance and education sectors developing her skills and knowledge in accounting, financial management, HR, marketing, communication and administration. “I have recently been elected as a Councillor for the Blayney Shire Council and through this platform I hope to be able to support the community at another level and will work actively to progress some of my personal passions and interests. Providing post school

pathways for young people, particularly those from rural areas that face greater barriers to accessing further education than their city counterparts, is strong interest and passion,” said Miss Pryse Jones. Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor, who met with Michelle on a recent visit to the Bathurst Electorate, said the program is designed to connect driven and passionate women from all ages and backgrounds, and help them in developing leadership skills as they progress to the next stage of their career. “The cohort, made up of small business owners, psychologists, farmers, business leaders, pilots and field workers will have a unique opportunity to connect and learn from each other in a setting that actively supports and encourages women to achieve their goals both personally and professionally,” Mrs Taylor said. Cheryl Knight, a Bathurst local, is also a recipient the 2022 NSW Rural Scholarship Program. A rural woman with multiple disabilities, Cheryl is currently employed in the disability sector as a Support Coordinator, where she moderates and contributes to the largest peer learning Facebook page for support coordinators, offers free professional supervision to a range of new entrants to the sector and volunteers as a disability advocate. In addition, Cheryl has also collaborated on multiple projects and white papers related to

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INSPIRING LOCALS ANNOUNCED AS FUTURE WOMEN NSW RURAL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Inspiring local woman: Member for Bathurst Paul Toole with Cr Michelle Pryse Jones and Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor.

disability matters, and is working towards setting up an NDIS registered business, owned and operated entirely by people with disability. “I aim to ensure women with disabilities have options for career progression, flexible employment at market wages and to have a genuine voice in the organisation they work for. This program will enable me to add value to my current and future roles, whilst also ensuring any learnings could be passed on through the disability community,” said Miss Knight. Not only do the winners get access to the

coveted Future Women Platinum+ Program, valued at $5,500 each, but all 218 women who entered will also receive a complimentary oneyear Gold membership, which gives them access to Future Proof, a year-long career development webinar series, and a 50 per cent discount to attend the Future Women Leadership Summit held earlier in March. To find out more, visit: https:// futurewomen.com/ruralwomens-scholarship/

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO LITHGOW AND MIDWESTERN LGAS AFTER SEVERE WEATHER AND FLOODING

isaster assistance is now available to help residents, small businesses, non-profit organisations, primary producers, and local councils in Lithgow and Mid-Western local government areas (LGAs) recover from the severe weather event and flooding that has occurred from 22 February 2022.

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include: • Help for eligible people whose homes or belongings have been damaged (eligibility criteria apply) • Support for affected local councils to help with the costs of cleaning up and restoring damaged essential public assets • Concessional interest rate loans for small businesses, primary producers and nonprofit organisations • Freight subsidies for primary producers, and • Grants to eligible non-profit organisations.

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For information on personal hardship and distress assistance, contact Service NSW on 13 77 88. To apply for a concessional loan or grant, contact the NSW Rural Assistance Authority on 1800 678 593 or visit www.raa.nsw.gov.au Information on disaster assistance can be found on the Australian Government’s Disaster Assist website at www.disasterassist.gov.au

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Assistance is being provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). The Lithgow and Mid-Western LGAs, located in the Calare electorate, join fifty-five (55) other areas across New South Wales in now being eligible to receive assistance following the storms and floods. Federal Member for Calare and Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, Andrew Gee, said the Central West region hasn’t escaped the unprecedented rainfall unscathed. “The Lithgow area, Hartley, Wallerawang, the Capertee Valley and Olinda have all been hit hard by this extreme downpour,” said Minister Gee. “I visited the Capertee Valley this week, checking in on local residents whose properties and businesses have been lashed with rain, and in the case of Glen Davis, isolated by flood waters. “We’re all hoping the rain will ease and access will improve in the coming days – but much damage has already been done. “The Black Summer bushfires have scarred

the landscape and have meant that water, gravel and sand are rolling down the mountains causing major damage. Erosion is a huge issue as large chunks of land drop into creek beds. “Freshly planted crops have been destroyed and large tracts of land and soil have been washed downstream. Roads have been badly damaged and the freshly laid road into Glen Davis is now as soft as carpet. “It’s the last thing these families need after their land was so badly damaged by those devastating fires. “The clean-up is going to be long and costly and help will be needed. I’m glad disaster assistance is now available for residents across Lithgow and Mid-Western LGAs to help locals pick up the pieces after the devastating storms. “Affected residents can apply for immediate assistance such as emergency accommodation and small cash payments to purchase essential items, grants to replace household contents and assistance to repair structural damage to their homes. “Primary producers who have suffered direct damage affected by the weather event can apply for grants of up to $75,000 to cover the clean-up and reinstatement of fields, with transport freight subsidies of up to 50 per cent on the carriage of livestock and fodder, and 25 per cent on the carriage of fodder for dairy cattle, also available to help. “Small businesses and non-profit organisations damaged in the storm can make a claim for grants of up to $50,000,” said Mr Gee. Assistance available under the DRFA may

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he electorate of Calare will have access to a significantly more capable NBN network following a $480 million investment by the Australian Government in the 2022-23 Federal Budget.

Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, said the investment in NBN Co’s non-commercial fixed wireless network will significantly improve the quality of services being provided over the NBN fixed wireless and satellite networks. “By using the latest 4G and 5G wireless technology, this upgrade will extend the coverage range from a tower, and allow higher speed services to everyone served by the tower,” said Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP. “This means more people can be served by NBN fixed wireless; it means higher speed services on the NBN fixed wireless network; and it means higher amounts of data can be used by households and business customers. The upgrade will expand the fixed wireless footprint coverage by up to 50 per cent, enabling 120,000 additional premises to access fixed wireless services instead of Sky Muster satellite services,” Minister Fletcher said. This upgrade will see NBN offer new higher speed services to the fixed wireless network: 100 Megabits per second (Mbps) to all 750,000 premises able to access the new, expanded coverage footprint, and a 250 Mbps service will be available to 85 per cent of premises. It also means much higher actual speeds during the “network busy hour” – the time of day when the

Authorised by the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, Sydney. network is most heavily used, typically around 8:00 pm at night. The network design metric for the busy hour today is 6 Mbps; this will rise sharply following the upgrade, to 50 Mbps. This means customers will benefit even if they do not order a higher speed plan, as they will experience a sharp increase in the actual speed of their current plan. This upgrade also means big benefits for NBN satellite users. Because some existing NBN satellite customers will move to fixed wireless, this will free up capacity on the satellite network. As a result, NBN Co will be able to offer an almost immediate increase in average data allowances for NBN Sky Muster satellite users. Average monthly data allowances for standard Sky Muster plans will increase to 55 Gigabytes (GB) in the short term, increasing to 90GB once the fixed wireless upgrade is complete in around two years’ time. Federal Member for Calare and Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel, Andrew Gee, said the investment in the NBN was a welcome decision by the Australian Government. “Having access to reliable and high-speed internet can really make a difference for people in our community, whether that be families connecting with loved ones, to business owners selling goods here and overseas,” said Minister Gee. “Across Australia, 488,000 premises with active services on the NBN fixed wireless and satellite networks as at mid-February 2022 will

immediately benefit from this upgrade. “In Calare, this will mean 25,529 premises will be able to access massively higher speeds and lots more data. “Regions like ours across Australia made their voices heard through the Regional Telecommunications Review – telecommunications matters for every community, including ours, and this is very much a welcome investment in the region’s future. Minister for Regionalisation, Regional Communications and Regional Education, Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie, said the investment would drive major improvements to regional telecommunications quality, helping to bridge the digital divide many Australian communities often face. “The NBN is a critical and core part of our national infrastructure and economy, enabling employment, connecting families, and supporting business, including in the electorate of Calare,” Minister McKenzie said. “This investment provides a comprehensive response to Recommendation 6 of the 2021 Regional Telecommunications Review, and is one part of a suite of measures we will announce as part of the Government’s response to the Review in coming weeks.” Minister for Finance Simon Birmingham said this $480 million funding boost in major network upgrades would significantly improve services to customers, particularly those in regional areas. “This is another important investment in the NBN that will deliver better and faster internet to Australian households and businesses across the fixed wireless network,” Minister Birmingham

said. “The NBN has been there to support Australians throughout the pandemic. Our Government will continue to make critical investments in the NBN that will enhance the internet experience for households and businesses right now and into the future. Authorised by the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, Sydney. “With faster internet and more data available, these improved services will directly benefit premises already using NBN fixed wireless and satellite services, and particularly the approximately 50,000 regional businesses with active fixed wireless services, including many in the Calare region, producing extensive economic opportunities.” The 2021 Regional Telecommunications Review was chaired by the Hon Luke Hartsuyker with four other committee members: Ms Sue Middleton; Ms Kristy Sparrow; Professor Hugh Bradlow; and Mr Michael Cosgrave. The Committee’s report, titled Step Change in Demand, was presented to the Australian Government in December 2021 and tabled in parliament on 14 February 2022. For more detail on the Hartsuyker Review and the Committee’s report, a Step Change in Demand, visit https://www.rtirc.gov.au/

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Region gets major funding boost for NBN fixed wireless services

For more detail on NBN Co’s fixed wireless network, visit https:// www.nbnco.com.au/learn/networktechnology/fixed-wireless-explained

NEW DIGITAL VEHICLE REGISTRATION A WIN FOR DRIVERS Forgetting or losing vehicle registration paperwork is now a thing of the past, with the NSW Government launching a fully digitised, paperless rego service. The new Digital Vehicle Registration service is a one-stop shop for drivers, offering digital renewal notifications and a Certificate of Registration all in one place. Through the new service, motorists can opt-in to get electronic reminder notices and access their digital Certificate of Registration through their MyServiceNSW Account. Customers who opt-in will receive reminder notifications six and two weeks before their registration expires and one day after via email, in their MyServiceNSW account and by push notifications in the Service NSW app. This service has been piloted using more than 1000 vehicles to great success. Although you can already renew your rego online, this additional option makes life

MORE COVID SUPPORT

NSW continues to lead the way through the COVID-19 recovery, and we’ll continue our record support so that more businesses re-open, jobs are filled and communities are buzzing again. A raft of temporary regulatory measures introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have now been made permanent, in a move that will provide $2.4 billion of net economic benefits over the next decade. Originally set to expire from March 2022, the temporary changes made permanent include: • More flexibility for strata owners’ corporations, community land associations and incorporated associations to meet and vote electronically; • Allowing planning panels and the Independent Planning Commission to hold public hearings and meetings online or in person; • Greater flexibility for employees and businesses to access long service leave under the Long Service Leave Act 1955; and • Allowing audio link or audio-visual link to conduct interviews and questioning remotely. These changes, combined with the

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CONTINUED COVID SUPPORT: Member for Bathurst Paul Toole pleased to see local businesses reopening and thriving. resilience, creativity and determination of our people and businesses, mean that our State will be in a better and stronger position to recover and flourish. Small businesses hit hardest by the Omicron wave have also been handed a further lifeline, with the Small Business Support Program extended to a new closing date of 29 April 2022. The financial support package has assisted businesses, workers and the performing arts across NSW with cash flow and to continue trading. The four-week extension will allow more businesses to apply, and takes into

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account potential application delays for businesses from flood-affected areas. The Small Business Support Program provides eligible businesses a lump sum payment of 20 per cent of weekly payroll with a minimum payment of $500 per week and a maximum payment of $5,000 per week. Businesses with an annual turnover of between $75,000 and $50 million that experienced a decline in turnover of at least 40 per cent in January 2022 and the start of February 2022 are eligible. For more information please visit nsw.gov.au/.

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easier for drivers by providing them with more information in the palm of their hand. My message to drivers in our community is simple – give the new service a go and reap the rewards. The service is optional meaning customers will continue to receive a paper renewal notice unless they opt-in. To opt-in to Digital Vehicle Registration, visit www.service.nsw.gov.au

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Australia Post to reward dozens of Local Business Heroes Australia Post is calling for nominations to find its 2022 Local Business Heroes, with around $285,000 set to go towards helping local small businesses who demonstrate unique and valued connections to their community. Nominations are open from today until Friday 25 March 2022, with 57 Local Business Heroes to be named across the country in the middle of the year. Each of the Local Business Heroes will receive a ‘Heroes Package’ worth up to $5,000, which includes tailored sending offers, increased exposure through Australia Post’s Post Office and mail networks and exclusive access to business coaching services. Australia Post Executive General Manager Retail Catriona Noble said the Local Business Heroes program highlighted the close relationships Post Offices have with customers and showed the ability and willingness of Post Office team members to support their local businesses. “We have more than 4,300 Post Offices across Australia with over

2,500 of these in regional areas, and our Post Office team members help local businesses connect with their customers and access essential services like banking, every day,” Ms Noble said. “The Local Business Heroes program is a fantastic way to continue that support and build on these established relationships, to help our local businesses thrive and give back to our communities.” 2021 Local Business Hero Simone Hubble, who runs the homegrown therapy and sensory toy store for children with autism Happy Hubble Australia, said the support of her local Post Office helped her business to grow. “I am truly grateful that my local Post Office team believed in me and my dream by nominating me for the Local Business Hero program last year,” Ms Hubble said.

“Their support enabled us to build greater awareness of our brand and support more families of kids with autism and ADHD.” Last year, research by Deloitte Access Economics showed the average household or business visited their local Post Office 16 times a year and two out of three businesses visited the Post Office at least once a week. Small to medium business owners are encouraged to visit their local Post Office to speak with the team about nominating their business for the program, or chat directly with their Account Manager.

For more information, visit auspost. com.au/localbusinessheroes

The Black Dog Institute provides free mental health training to small businesses

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The Black Dog Institute is helping small businesses prioritise workplace mental health to assist with economic productivity and recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. In line with the theme of Small Business Month 2022 - ‘Rebuild, Recharge, Renew’ – the Black Dog Institute is encouraging small business owners, people leaders and employees to look at how they can support workplace mental health to create a positive and inclusive culture. Small businesses face a range of unique challenges, and it can often be hard to know where to start, however step by step support and resources are available. The Black Dog Institute provides free mental health training, funded by the NSW Government, to eligible businesses across NSW. The training is designed for everyone in the workplace and provides participants with the skills to boost mental health at an individual, team and organisational level. This easy-

to-do training is delivered by experts and can be completed online or face-to-face. Find out more here and register today. To date, more than 22,000 people across NSW have completed this training, with 99% reporting they would recommend it to others. “Small businesses often experience additional risk factors including financial pressures, social isolation, long work hours, and poor promotion opportunities. All of which have only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.” says Mark Deady, Senior Research Fellow at the Black Dog Institute. "Evidence based training is a key strategy to build leadership skills to identify risks and warning signs of mental ill-health, and support mental health at work." Black Dog Institute training is based on the latest science and is shown to improve key indicators of a mentally healthy workplace. Additionally, the NSW Government’s

free one-on-one business coaching supports small businesses with mental health at work topics such as stress, burnout, change, customer aggression or having difficult conversations. Coaching is available six days a week from 8am – 6pm.

“Small businesses often experience additional risk factors including financial pressures, social isolation, long work hours, and poor promotion opportunities. All of which have only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.”

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National recognition for local flying school In the March-April edition of Australian Flying Magazine, the winners or the 2021 CASA Wings Awards were announced and Bathurst business WardAir Flight Training was declared the 2021 Flying Training Organisation of the Year.

Celebrating NSW Seniors Festival

The NSW Seniors Festival runs from Friday 25 to Sunday 3 April with a variety of activities and entertainment available for all seniors to enjoy. Mayor of Bathurst Cr Robert Taylor said each year the festival encourages participants to be active, social and healthy and is an opportunity to make new friends or reconnect with ones we haven’t seen for a while. “The Seniors Festival is our chance of saying thank you to senior members of our community for their service and contribution. It’s also an opportunity for different generations to come together and join with seniors to celebrate. “The local organising committee has created a diverse program of events with highlights including a scenic drive and pub lunch at The Halfway Hotel Hampton, Kamahl performing at the RSL club and free active seniors exercise

classes at CityFit. “Council will also be providing guided tours of the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, the Bathurst Rail Museum plus a range of activities at the library including a movie matinee and an email workshop. A fraud awareness workshop will be held in conjunction with NSW Police at BMEC. “I would like to encourage seniors in our community to get involved in the many wonderful events being held in and around our city,” Cr Taylor said. More information can be found on Council’s website or pick up a booklet from the Civic Centre or a participating business. Picture supplied: Mayor Robert Taylor with members of the Seniors Committee.

The CASA Wings Awards are judged by the Australian Division of the Royal Aeronautical Society and a panel of judges appointed by Australian Flying magazine. “The editor of Australian Flying magazine, Steve Hitchen, has told us that the award was made because of WardAir’s innovative program of taking flying instruction to remote and regional areas,” said Catherine Fitzsimmons, Chief Pilot and Head of Operations for WardAir. This includes their outback Training Adventures, group training in rural and regional areas such as Coonabarabran and Charters Towers as well as private training on remote stations, properties and for businesses that don’t have easy access to a flying school or can’t leave the farm or the shop to go and learn to fly. “Ward Air has a great reputation as being a quality school that cares about the progress of their students and has an instructor cohort that is dedicated to their charges. Ward Air is a highly-qualified school that has pressed on

through the pandemic and achieved results similar to larger schools with far fewer resources. Ward Air was up against some very stiff competition from much larger schools. We congratulate Ward Air on being the 2021 Flying Training Organisation of the Year.” Said the judges. “We’re thrilled to have our work recognised nationally in this way!” said Catherine.

COUNCIL COUNCIL NEWS NEWS 2022 ClubGRANTS SCHEME Bathurst Regional Council invites local community organisations to apply for funding from the 2022 ClubGRANTS Scheme, under CATEGORY 1 criteria. Applications close at 4pm on Friday 22 April 2022. Further information regarding ClubGRANTS funding guidelines and application forms are available on Council’s website: www. bathurst. nsw.gov.au or the ClubsNSW website www.clubsnsw.com.au, or contact Cultural & Community Services on 6333 6523.

BATHURST REGIONAL COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN The Bathurst Regional Community Strategic Plan, Our Region Our Future, is the community’s plan for the future of our Region. It captures the ideas, priorities, and aspirations of our community. Help us make sure the Bathurst Region is heading in the right direction by being part of the conversation. The draft Plan is on exhibition from 28 March 2022 until 29 April 2022.Visit yoursay.bathurst. nsw.gov.au to find out more.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Two public information sessions are scheduled during the exhibition period to be held:

UPCOMING EVENTS

TENDER Preferred Contractors list for minor works Tender No 36.00783 Bathurst Regional Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors interested in being included on the Preferred Contractors List for minor works and maintenance for the 2022-2023 Financial Year.The Preferred Contractors list will be used by Bathurst Regional Council to contact appropriate contractors to carry out minor works as they arise. Interested parties are required to register via the E-tendering Portal www.tenderlink.com/bathurst to download the tender document at no charge. If you experience difficulties accessing the above website, please call the Tenderlink Helpdesk on 1800 233 533. All electronic tenders shall be submitted in the format specified in the tender document. Failure to do so will result in the tender not being considered by Council. The closing time and date for submissions is: 10am 19 April 2022.

SENIORS FESTIVAL

25 March - 3 April 2022 For more information visit bathurst.nsw.gov.au.

MUSICIANS IN THE PARK

Who: The Safety of Life at Sea When: Friday 8 April 2022 - 5.30pm to 8.00pm Where: Kings Pde Cost: Free Who: Pengopuss When: Friday 22 April 2022 - 5.30pm to 8.00pm Where: Kings Pde Cost: Free

CINEMA IN THE PARK

What: Film Ice Age 3 – Dawn of the Dinosaur Time. Live music from 4.00pm. Movie to start at 6.00pm Date: Saturday 9 April 2022 Where: Kings Parade Cost: Free

CAREERS @ COUNCIL Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region. Current career opportunities are listed below:

• 7 April 2022 commencing at 5.30pm, and • 12 April 2022 commencing at 1.00pm. Please register your attendance at yoursay. bathurst.nsw.gov.au/ bxcsp.

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Council now publishes the Development Applications & Complying Development Certificates to Council’s website weekly. A link to the notices can be found on the front page of Council’s website.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER - FULL TIME Council only accepts online applications. Visit www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au/careers for further information and to apply. Public computer access is available at Bathurst Library.

The information sessions will be held at BMEC.

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A draft management plan for the Blayney Road Common and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park has been placed on public exhibition.Visit YourSay Bathurst for more information. Feedback will close on Monday, 28 March at 4.00pm.

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Historic day for Bathurst VERTO VERTO will add another exciting chapter to its 38-year history in Bathurst after the not-for-profit organisation won the right to deliver Workforce Australia services for the next six years. Workforce Australia is the Department of Education, Skills and Employment’s new employment model that will replace the previous jobactive program, with Workforce Australia services to deliver simple and efficient solutions to assist local job seekers and employers. Alongside Bathurst, VERTO was selected to deliver Workforce Australia services in other Central West locations, including Blayney, Condobolin, Cowra, Forbes, Lithgow, Mudgee, Oberon, Orange and Parkes; as well as more than 40 other locations in the Hunter, North Coast, and Far West Orana regions. “This is an outstanding result for not only VERTO, but for local Bathurst and Central West businesses and job seekers,” VERTO CEO Ron Maxwell

said. “Our employees work hard to provide life-changing employment and training outcomes for our clients. From our humble beginnings as a local community college here in Bathurst with a handful of employees, it’s fantastic to see VERTO grow to become a provider of key apprenticeship, employment and training services in more than 50 locations across NSW, ACT and Victoria. “We are very proud that the Department of Education, Skills and Employment has recognised the significant work we do in our local communities and entrusted us to deliver this important new program.” Workforce Australia will enable local job-ready job seekers to selfmanage through new, interactive digital services, while those with greater needs are supported by experienced VERTO consultants delivering Workforce Australia services.

VERTO will begin delivering Workforce Australia services in Bathurst and the Central West from July 1, 2022. For more information on the program, visit https://www.dese.gov.au/ workforce-australia For more information on VERTO’s full suite of services, visit www.verto. org.au or phone 1300 4 VERTO (1300 483 786).

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Pictured Above: Ron Maxwell, CEO Pictured Top: Bathurst VERTO team

The youngest Probus Club in Bathurst recently held their third Changeover Lunch at Panthers Bathurst, welcoming their new President, Ingrid Pearson, and members of the 2022 Committee to steer the Club through a (hopefully) more settled year. The Club has been fortunate to have weathered the Covid-19 pandemic over the past two years using technology to remain

in touch with its members. Once restrictions were lifted, regular meetings returned, and outings resumed including member breakfasts at cafés, high tea gatherings, and attendance at streamed National Theatre Live and The Met Opera performances at Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre. Day trips and visits to other places of interest are being planned this year.

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Despite Covid-19, club membership has remained strong growing to over 90 to date. But there is room for more, and the Club welcomes new members. Bathurst Probus Combined Club meets at 10.30am on every third Tuesday of each month at Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper Street, Bathurst. Members join Probus for fun, fellowship, and friendship. Members and their guests

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are most welcome to participate in our Club’s activities and outings. Find out more by contacting Ingrid Pearson, President on 0418 228 766, or email ingrid@ bigpond.com.

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Andrew GEE MP

FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CALARE RUNS ON THE BOARD FOR BATHURST AND LITHGOW

√ Free MRI scans at Bathurst Hospital

The issue of an MRI licence for Bathurst Hospital has had a lot of media attention recently and it is something I have been fighting hard to secure.

provide free scans to everyone who needs one, meaning no one will be out of pocket.

It has been one of my top priorities for the electorate and I made it crystal clear to the Minister for Regional Health, the Minister for Health and the Deputy Prime Minister that it must be delivered.

Bathurst Hospital has always had my absolute support on this, and I’m delighted we’ve been able to get this done for our region!

√ $2 billion for Great Western Highway upgrade

I’m pleased to announce that we have had a win!

√ $64 million for the upgrade of the Forty Bends on Great Western Highway

Thanks to measures in this week’s Federal Budget, Bathurst Hospital will be able to

√ $380,000 for a new laundry building at Glenray Industries following fire √$12.5 million for Bathurst’s second racetrack √ Millions in Federal funding to keep Lithgow Aged Care open

All scans can be fully claimed on Medicare.

Thank you to everyone who signed my petition – this win belongs to you! Job done!! We will have a full budget wrap up in our next edition.

SO MUCH FUN AND COMPETITIVE SPIRIT AT THE LITHGOW SHOW! The Lithgow Show was on recently and while our old friend the rain was back for another year, the crowds were still very good. A huge thank you to Dave Peters and his team at the Show Society as well as all the volunteers and sponsors for making it happen. I’d particularly like to thank the Society for their hospitality and wonderful afternoon tea.

√ $5.3 million for production line upgrades and more jobs at Allied Timber Mill, Bathurst

Congratulations to Deputy Mayor of Lithgow Cass Coleman (pictured top right) for taking out the Scone baking competition this year! I was hoping my Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW apron and using a CWA recipe may bring me some luck but the competition was hotter than a fan forced oven firing up a triple rack of pumpkin scones! While I didn’t get a place, I was pretty happy with my Encouragement Ribbon. It’s my first show ribbon! With the Bathurst Show coming up in approx 4 weeks, I’m happy to take any recipe suggestions or tips!

√ $3.3 million for improvements at Bathurst Airport

Besides the famous scone contest, we had a lot of fun presenting the prizes for the utes, cars and bikes and checking out the grand parade and all the exhibits.

√ $3.083 million for an expansion and improvements at Three Tree Lodge

The show was also an opportunity to thank our emergency services personnel for everything they do to keep our communities safe.

√ $2.235 million for Lithgow’s Blast Furnace Park √ $3.2 million for the Lithgow CBD revitalisation √ $1.1 million for the upgrade of Glen Davis Road √ More than $3 million for headspace centres across Calare √ $954,250 for construction of Bathurst Rail Museum √ $480,000 for Wallerawang Community & Sports Club

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BUDGET DELIVERS FREE MRI SCANS FOR BATHURST HOSPITAL

√ $300,000 for upgrades to the Civic Ballroom at Lithgow for use as an evacuation centre

The wealth of Australia must always be based on what we make, what we grow and what we sell, and agriculture is a key part of our future. That’s one of the reasons our agricultural shows are so important. You just can’t beat a country show!

NEW BATHURST OFFICE NOW OPEN! My team and I have moved in to new digs at 107 George Street right next door to 2BS! It’s a much better space and location that will help me continue to deliver for you and our city.

$480 MILLION FOR SUPER FAST WIRELESS BROADBAND The Australian Government is investing a further $480 million in the NBN Network. In our electorate of Calare, this means 25,529 homes and premises will be able to access massively higher speeds and lots more data over wireless broadband. Having access to reliable and high-speed internet is critical for our community, whether that be families connecting with loved ones, or businesses relying on digital communications and online services. By using the latest 4G and 5G wireless technology, this upgrade will extend the coverage range from a tower, and allow higher speed services to everyone served by the tower. This upgrade also means big benefits for NBN satellite users. Some existing Sky Muster customers will be able to move to fixed wireless and this will free up capacity on the satellite network.

Pop in and say hi, or contact my office using the details below.

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Andrew GEE MP

FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CALARE TAKING A STAND FOR OUR VETERANS Politics can be a tough game, and often you need to make difficult decisions. You have to put the interests of those you represent ahead of yourself, and ahead of winning elections. That is what I have always done, as the Member for Calare, and now as the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel. Over the weekend, I called our local media together because I was going to announce my resignation from Cabinet. I did this for one simple reason what was being offered in the Budget for Defence personnel, veterans and their families was not good enough. One of the biggest problems facing the Defence and veteran community is the unacceptable backlog of almost 60,000 unprocessed ADF and veteran compensation claims. It is a national disgrace! Behind each of those claims is an Australian who put their lives on the line for our country, and a family that supports them. Many of them are hurting, and many of them are suffering because of the claims process. Ending this claims backlog needs to be a bipartisan, national priority. I completely understand how the Budget process works. I had asked for $96 million in the budget to help fix the backlog of claims, but I was offered nothing. When I complained, I was offered $22 million for only temporary staff for the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). This simply wasn’t good enough.

I couldn’t look our Defence personnel, veterans and their families in the eye knowing that they hadn’t got what they needed and deserved through the Budget process. After calling the Deputy Prime Minister to tell him I was about to resign, there was a flurry of action and eventually I secured the full $96 million for 145 more DVA staff and other measures to improve the claims system, reduce waiting times, cut the backlog and improve the experience for veterans and their families. It was the right thing to do, and it was the right outcome. It is vitally important for the veteran community to know that they are not forgotten, and that they have a voice inside this Government. This isn’t about me. This is about securing the best outcome for Defence personnel, veterans and their families, and that is what we have achieved. In politics, you have to stand for something. I stand for getting the best outcome for the people I represent, regardless of what it means for me or my career prospects. All politicians need to believe in something higher than just winning elections – let’s start with veterans.

$683,349 FOR NEW KITCHEN + EQUIPMENT AT LITHGOW WORKIES CLUB I was in Lithgow on that dreadful day in December when the inferno hit.

the Club’s efficiency and capability to respond to I was standing outside the Workies Club as the emergency was at its height. The air was emergencies, with greater filled with choppers, sirens, and smoke. I could see homes close by catching alight. The safety to employees, evacuees, heat from the flames could be felt from the carpark. Large numbers of residents arrived emergency personnel. at the Club seeking safety. We’ve already had previous In the middle of the terrible emergency on that terrible day, the Lithgow Workies Club, rounds of significant bushfire funding, with serving as Lithgow’s evacuation centre, was an oasis of calm and compassion. The staff recovery of the Workies Club, as well as all the volunteers and emergency and support agencies, the Lithgow Workies Club receiving $486,747 for a fixed were simply outstanding. diesel generator last year. I saw first-hand how crucial the Workies Club was in getting Lithgow through that emergency and so I’m delighted that the Australian Government is supporting a Recovery efforts and funding significant kitchen and equipment upgrade at the Lithgow Workies Club with a need to occur over the long term and that is what this latest round aims to do. $683,349 grant! The Lithgow Workies Club was awarded funding to complete the kitchen and With the funding, new kitchen equipment will be installed which will vastly improve equipment upgrade as part of the Australian Government’s Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants program.

GREAT TO CATCH UP WITH THE MID STATE SUB BRANCH NASHOS AT BATHURST I’m proud to be the patron of the Mid State Sub Branch of the National Servicemen’s Association of Australia and it was wonderful to attend their AGM recently. COVID had kept us apart, so it was terrific to see everyone back together again! Our Nashos personify our Australian values of service above self and service to country.

EVEN MORE APPRENTICESHIP SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES! The Australian Government’s hugely successful Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy Program has been extended! This means more apprentices can be employed in jobs they love and it builds on the record number of Australians already in training. Any employer who takes on an apprentice or trainee up until 30 June 2022 can gain access to: - 50% of the apprentice’s wages in the first year - 10% of the apprentice’s wages in the second year, and

For more information, please visit: www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au

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Ilumba Gardens receives grant Lions Club of Mount Panorama is seeking additional stallholders for future market days. First Saturday of each month at Lions Berry Park, Bathurst Come and be part of the markets. Further Details Email: macquarielions@gmail.com facebook.com/riversidemarketsbathurst

Rotary Youth Service Programs Return

Rotary Club of Bathurst Daybreak are pleased to announce that after being in COVID hibernation for the past two years, Rotary Youth Services Programs are now “reopening” and among them is the:Rotary Youth Exchange Program.: For one High School student aged between 15 ½ - 17 ½yrs your adventure could start here. Rotary Club of Bathurst Daybreak is looking for a candidate to sponsor in The Rotary Youth Exchange Program. For one academic year you could be taking part in an amazing life-changing experience overseas. An opportunity to gain confidence, make lifelong, international friends and experience a real understanding of a different culture, with the support of a Rotary network behind you. Rotary Club of Bathurst Daybreak have previously hosted incoming Exchange Youths. The most recent Loviisa, from Finland, had a fantastic “Aussie Year” in which she probably saw more of Australia than many of our Members have. Now, we’d like to sponsor one local student to experience life with a Rotary Host Family overseas. The adventure of a lifetime maybe just one click away. Rotary Club of Bathurst Daybreak invites anyone interested to contact our Youth Services Director by emailing: - narelledruitt@ yahoo.com.au or visit https://rotary9705.org.au/50099/Page/Sho w?ClassCode=Page&Slug=district-9705-rotary-youth-exchangeprogram for more details.

Applications close on 14th April, 2022.

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The residents of Ilumba Gardens Village, Kelso, will receive $17,599 from the NSW Government to complete the refurbishment of the Ilumba Retirement Village Kelso Osbourne Hall. In announcing the grant, Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said, “The NSW Government recognises the importance of proactively allocating funds to improve the health and welfare of its senior citizens. The personal benefit to our elders is immediately obvious.” “Our elderly members of the community have significantly felt the impact of isolation and lockdowns, now it is time to reconnect in person and this refurbishment will allow residents and members of The Whiddon Group to do so in comfort.” “The many senior residents of Bathurst in the Whiddon Kelso family have made, and in many cases continue to make, a powerful contribution to the social infrastructure and life of our city and region. The refurbished hall will give them a place to come together to socialise and relax.” The grant will assist the Ilumba Gardens Residents Committee to complete the refurbishment of Osbourne Recreation Hall. The grant funds will be used for the purchase of armchairs, lounge chairs and kitchen improvements allowing for a broader range of catering options. When completed, Osbourne Hall will be equipped to provide for a wider range of social activities including luncheons, indoor games, exercise classes, movies and meetings. Ilumba Gardens Resident Committee Chairperson Steve Buckley said, “Village residents are extremely grateful to our local member Paul Toole and the Government of NSW for recognising the importance of a wide range of recreational

ALL SMILES: Member for Bathurst Paul Toole with Jenny Buckley, Jill Thomas, Betty Berry, Cliff Berry, Steve Buckley, Ros Bruce, and Sharni Latham, Acting Director Care Services, Whiddon Kelso Hostel.

activities to quality health and welfare outcomes for seniors.” “Osbourne Hall is an important community asset, benefiting not only the residents of the Ilumba Gardens Village but also the residents of Whiddon Kelso Hostel and the many Bathurstians supported by Whiddon Community Care.” “This grant allows the Residents Committee to develop and implement an extensive range of programs that would not have otherwise been possible“.

Country Arts Support Program opens Arts OutWest is calling for people with exciting small local arts projects in mind to apply for the Country Arts Support Program (CASP). CASP is an annual NSW Government funded round of small grants delivered locally by Regional Arts Development Organisations (RADOS). Arts OutWest’s CASP 2022 round is focused on community-based, locally developed arts and heritage activities with outcomes that benefit people living in the NSW Central West. Funds need to be used, primarily, for the payment of artists and arts workers to undertake or manage these activities. Applications can be for $500 up to $3000 for projects happening between 1 June and 31 December 2022. “As groups and artists around the region restart their plans or look to ways to boost creativity in their communities CASP is a great funding option for those small but worthwhile arts activities,” said Arts OutWest’s Maryanne Jaques. Activities might include workshops, exhibitions, performances, artist-in-residence programs, collaborations, making public art, activities at festivals and more, across all artforms. The eight arts projects funded in 2021 included: eco

based workshops for kids in Parkes and Forbes; painting a community mural near Peak Hill; the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Fellows in residency at Cowra; dance workshops in Parkes and in Forbes; arts programs for people in aged care in Oberon; lantern making with fibre artists in Condobolin; and a pastel art workshop in Lake Cargelligo. “Arts OutWest has around $17,000 in CASP funds to distribute so will be looking for exciting activities that offer something new to a local community, are value for money and are spread across the region,” Ms Jaques said. This year Arts OutWest has expanded who can apply for CASP. In addition to not-for-profit organisations, incorporated associations and local governments, now individuals, collectives and small businesses whose CASP funded activity is community focused can also apply. Applications are open to those based in the local government areas of Bathurst Region, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Region, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Weddin. Applications close at 5pm on Thursday 21 April 2022. To apply check the guidelines at artsoutwest.org.au and call Arts OutWest to discuss your proposal on 02 6338 4657.

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Last Thursday,, the Seven Valleys Chamber of Commerce, Lithgow held its inaugural Start Ups Information session at Western Sydney University’s Lithgow Transformation Hub.

The initiative represents the initial step in supporting those in the region with a business idea or concept and giving them the necessary guidance to commercialisation. Today’s information session, featuring entrepreneurs and experienced business advisors, gave participants an excellent baseline of what to consider when progressing one’s business idea. The Chamber is working alongside Western Sydney University’s (WSU) Lithgow Hub to create a physical co-working space, supported by mentoring services including online interaction. Individuals with an entrepreneurial bent will be able to gain knowledge and pursue their ideas to fruition, knowing there is a support infrastructure in place. All of this is designed to encourage an enterprise culture in the region and build innovative businesses. The Start Ups Information Session (with monthly mentoring workshops) is the Chamber’s first event to kick start the Business Revival Program, funded by the

NSW Government’s Bushfire Local Economic Recovery (BLER) fund. Chamber President Peter Pilbeam said “The funding is important for the region and for the Chamber as we’re considered an area in transition. The heritage of the Lithgow region has been as an industrial and energy producing area, but the region needs to develop new business opportunities and enterprises. Acting Premier, Minister for Regional NSW, and Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund is part of the $4.5 billion bushfire support program co-funded by the Federal and NSW Governments for bushfire recovery, response and preparedness in NSW. “More than two years have passed since the Black Summer bushfires destroyed homes across our state including Lithgow and the NSW Government is continuing to deliver the support our local region needs to keep moving forward in recovery,” Mr Toole said.

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“The Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund is backing projects that bring communities together, support tourism, boost business recovery and increase preparedness for future bushfires, acknowledging recovery is a long process.” Working together with our partners and supporters, namely WSU, Central West Business HQ and AusIndustry, the Chamber is laying the platform from which enterprises can develop. It is no mean feat to establish a business, let alone a viable one and our program reduces the uncertainties through mentoring advice and support”. The Chamber will be working with the each of the start-up participants to map out a program of support, bringing together the necessary experts as required. For those who could not make the Information Session but would like to participate in upcoming mentoring workshops, please contact the Chamber.

Easter is a special time of the year and you can enjoy this with a free day of fun activities, crafts, music, BBQ lunch, give-aways and lots more. Come to Portland’s Saville Park, beside Portland Swimming Pool, on Easter Monday April 18 from 11am to 2 pm. If the weather changes and it’s raining, please head over the road to The Foundations. If you would like to learn about or think on the events of the first Easter, you are invited to join in The Way of the Cross Walk though Portland on Good Friday April 15. Be at the skate park, lower Lime Street at 10:30 am. This is live-streamed via Facebook so you can watch it later as well on:

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HIPPY is in Lithgow Centacare Bathurst is excited to celebrate 12 years of Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) in Lithgow, Bowenfels, Wallerawang and Portland. HIPPY is a free home-based early learning program that empowers parents/carers and children alike. HIPPY is provided for children in the year before school (Age 4) and then in the first year of school (Age 5) Children gain skills and confidence through a range of fun learning activities which sets them up for success and a positive start to big school. Families living in the Lithgow area with a child in the year before formal schooling (around 4 years old) may be eligible to start HIPPY. Ms Young says “HIPPY is a free transformative two-year, home-based early childhood learning program empowering carers as their child’s first teacher. Many parents, carers and grandparents have worked as HIPPY Tutors and have gained further employment following their two-year term with the HIPPY program”. The HIPPY program encourages a love of learning by using a number of strategies that make the most of everywhere learning without having purely a focus on traditional education practices. It builds self-esteem and confidence in parents and carers to be involved and enjoy their child’s development and ongoing education. It gives a great head-start for the children in their journey of learning. Centacare Bathurst is successfully delivering HIPPY to parents and their children in Lithgow and invites you to contact us for more information about this year’s HIPPY program so you can see first-hand the impact HIPPY is making for children and families in your community as a positive learning and employment program. If you would like more information about the HIPPY Program, please contact Natasha on 0409 362 663. We’d love to hear from you! *The Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Social Services. The Brotherhood of St Laurence holds the licence to operate HIPPY in Australia.”

Next Ordinary Council Meeting

Tuesday 26 April at 7pm in the Council Chambers, 180 Mort Street, Lithgow.

Councillor Maree Statham, Mayor of Lithgow

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Council is seeking expressions of interest for the renaming of the following roads located within the Lithgow Local Government Area. Existing Road Name: Unnamed Extent description Proposed Road Name: Gunners Close

Existing Road Name: Unnamed Extent description Proposed Road Name: Trench Place

Reasoning: Due to the location and next to the

importance of the area that it abuts.

Should any person wish to have input into the renaming of this road, then written submissions will be accepted by Council up until Monday 4th April 2022. Please send your submissions to PO Box 19, Lithgow 2790. Any new proposals made should be in accordance with Section 6.7 of the NSW Addressing User Manual. Please do not hesitate to contact Samantha Brown who is available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday on (02) 6354 9999, in Council's Infrastructure Services Department, should you have any further queries in relation to this matter.

Employment Opportunities

Council has a planning portal that is updated live with planning information and planning approvals. If you know the DA number you can search for the DA information, or you can view all applications and approvals for the past month.

Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.15pm Cashier 8.30am – 4.00pm

Members of the community that would like to address Council at Monday night's Ordinary Meeting are required to register by midday on Monday 28 March 2022. Register by completing the form on Council’s website at www.council.lithgow.com/addressing-council/

Then on Sunday night of the collection week, please place your green waste at the kerbside where you normally leave your garbage bin. Residents should ensure the following:

I invite the community to visit the Lithgow Library to see the free exhibition of World War II posters during April. The historic posters belong to Michael Bowden who has kindly agreed to display them at the Library. These six framed posters relate to songs that were popular during WW2. What a fantastic walk down memory lane for some of our older locals and a bit of a history lesson for the kids.

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PUBLIC FORUM

Residents can register via Council's website www.council.lithgow.com or alternatively phone Council before 12.00pm FRIDAY 1st April 2022

I had the honour of attending the opening of new premises for Thrive Services this week. What a great service to our community. Thrive Services is a not-for-profit community organisation that supports children, families & others living in the Lithgow and Blue Mountains areas. The NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund has funded a ground-mounted solar panel system at Lithgow’s JM Robson Aquatic Centre. The reduced future energy expenditure will support productivity within the facility by allowing other improvements with no growth in the budget. I am excited by this project and look forward to supporting further changes in the near future. The Aquatic Centre is already a quality recreation facility, and now it is more sustainable..

CONTACT DETAILS

Natasha, Coordinator HIPPY Bowenfels 94 Landa St, Lithgow M: 0409 362 663, E: hippy@centacarebathurst.com.au

A Green Waste collection will be provided on 4 April 2022. Residents are reminded that a SERVICE BY REQUEST will apply.

The Taste of the World event is on tomorrow, Saturday 2 April at the Union Theatre and adjacent businesses. This fantastic event is supported by NSW Government, Lithgow City Council, The Western Sydney University and The Lithgow Tin Shed. Come along and enjoy world music, dance and food with your family and friends. Let’s bring the world to Lithgow.

PO Box 19, Lithgow NSW 2790 180 Mort Street, Lithgow NSW 2790

For more information, please contact:

Council is currently seeking applications for the following positions;

GENERAL ENQUIRIES Telephone: (02) 6354 9999 Facsimile: (02) 6351 4259

Email: council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au Website: www.lithgow.nsw.gov.au

Position Position Number Close Date Casual Library Assistants LCCNSW3670 15 April 2022 Concreter/Pipelayer LCCNSW3669 12 April 2022 Environmental Health Officer (EHO) LCCNSW3667 18 April 2022 Recreation Labourer – Rural x 2 LCCNSW3668 12 April 2022 Resource Recovery Operator LCCNSW3666 5 April 2022 Applications must be received by the advertised close date. For further information on any of these positions and to apply, go to the Council's website.https://council.lithgow.com/council/employment-2/employment/

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Lithgow City Council Library Service offers eligible residents of Lithgow, Wallerawang and Portland a free Home Library delivery and collection service to people who are unable to visit the library themselves. Lithgow Library has a dedicated Home Library Officer who can arrange free monthly delivery and collection of library books and other resources to your home or place of residence. We understand there are times when it is not possible to visit the library in person. If you are ill, frail or have a disability, whether temporary or permanent or you are isolated and have no way of accessing the library we are pleased to be able to offer home delivery and collection. You may still like to visit the library but are unable to carry your books home. We can deliver them for you. We also offer a temporary service if you are convalescing. If you are not already a library member joining is easy and it’s free! Eligible residents can choose to borrow a range of library items including fiction and non- fiction books, biographies,

Site Description: Springvale Coal Pty Limited operates Western Coal Services, which is a coal handling, processing, transportation and management operation. The Western Coal Services site is located in the Lithgow Local Government Area. Project Description: Centennial is seeking a modification to the Western Coal Services development consent to modify the site water management system to enable the transfer of water to and from other operations in the region, including Mount Piper Power Station, Angus Place Colliery and the proposed McPhillamys Gold Project. Contact Details: Chris Armit – (02) 4935 8965 For further information about Centennial please visit www.centennialcoal.com.au.

DVD’s, CD’s and magazines all selected and tailored to your preferences. To register your interest in the Home Library Service, please contact the library. Our Home Library Officer will visit you at home, introduce you to the service and arrange to start deliveries to you. It’s that easy. If you know a family member or friend who might benefit from home deliveries Lithgow Library encourages you to mention this service to them. Photo: Cathy from the Library and Beryl Angwin.

Lithgow City Council is calling for nominations to join a number of Council Committees.

Sports Advisory Committee The principal responsibilities of the Sports Advisory Committee include: • Providing input on sporting and recreational issues including capital improvements and maintenance programs for sporting and recreational facilities under Council’s control. • Determining nominations for monthly and annual sports awards. Council is seeking nominations for one member plus one alternate member from any organisation in the Lithgow Local Government Area which uses Council’s sporting or recreation facilities.

Environment Advisory Committee The principal responsibilities of the Committee are to advise Council on environmental issues with a focus on natural resource management and urban environmental sustainability. Council is seeking nominations for: One Community Representative and one alternate member

Council is seeking nominations for: • One member of the retail and business services sector. • Six members of the community including one community representative with a disability or frail aged or caring for a person who is frail aged. • One representative of organisations involved in advocacy for and/or the provision of services for people with a disability or people that are frail aged.

Easter Festival EVERYTHING IS FREE EVERYONE IS WELCOME

Organised by People from the Christian Churches of Portland

Face Painting Games, Croquet Kids Carpenrty Live Music Craft Tents Easter Activities Jumping Castles Balloons FREE BBQ

Council is seeking nominations for: A minimum of six community representatives with an interest and experience in advancing women’s interests • Three representatives of organisations involved in working with women and women’s interests.

11 am-2pm MONDAY, 18 APRIL

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Youth Council The principal responsibilities of Youth Council include advising Council on a strategic direction for youth services in the local government area and assisting in the development of a positive image of youth in the community. Council is seeking nominations for: At least six young people aged between 11 and 24 years who reside, work or attend school in the Lithgow local government area.

Crime Prevention Committee The principal responsibilities of the Crime Prevention Committee include providing advice to Council on crime issues and assisting in the identification and implementation of crime prevention strategies.

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If there is rain, the Festival will go ahead across the road @ The Foundations, Portland.

Council is seeking nominations for two community representatives The current terms of reference for the above committees can be found at http://council.lithgow.com/committees/. The terms of reference are under review and may be changed by the current Council.

Nominations should be in writing by Friday 15 April 2022 and detail your interest and relevant experience.

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Women’s Advisory Committee The principal responsibilities of the Committee are to: 1. Provide advice to Council on important women’s issues across all areas of our community. 2. Provide advice to Council on barriers to women’s participation, emerging women’s issues, aspirations and initiatives so as to further progress equity in local communities; and 3. Promote and celebrate successes, milestones and participation of women.

• Community Development Committee The principal responsibilities of the Community Development Committee include advising Council on: • Relevant community service matters. • Council’s community engagement processes. • Planning for community celebration events during Australia Day, Seniors Week, NAIDOC Week and Children’s Week. • The access needs of frail aged people and/or people living with a disability.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO MODIFY DEVELOPMENT CONSENT SSD 5579 BY SPRINGVALE COAL PTY LIMITED Springvale Coal Pty Limited has made an application to modify Development Consent SSD 5579 pursuant to Section 4.55(1) of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979. Pursuant to Clause 49(2) of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2000, Springvale Coal Pty Limited notifies that the application to modify SSD 5579 has been made.

Get Involved with Council

“Council has a number of committees made up of community, sporting and business interests who meet regularly to advise Council,” said Lithgow City Council Mayor Maree Statham. “This is a great way to get involved with your Council and to work for the advancement of your community.” Council Committees include elected members of Council, Council staff and designated representatives of particular organisations. Council is now seeking nominations for community representatives to the following committees:

PUBLIC NOTICE

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PUBLIC EDUCATION AT WORK IN OUR REGION The Greater Lithgow Valley Community of Practice brings together the NSW Department of Education schools within the local area.

At its core is, an unrelenting focus on improving student outcomes. Engagement in relevant, purposeful and sustained learning and action, informed by evidence, with the aim of achieving excellence and equity. As leaders, we have the opportunity to model the types of professional practices that we want to see in our schools: • collaboration and collective responsibility for all learners • use of data and evidence to select the most effective improvement strategies • evaluation of the impact on student learning • professional learning to improve expertise • reducing variability of performance within and between schools. Within and across our schools we are committed to teaching, learning and leading that fosters excellence and improves outcomes for every child and young person in every community, regardless of background, circumstances

Debbie-Lee Hughes Director Educational Leadership Lithgow Network Regional North and West Performance Directorate School Performance North

Cullen Bullen Public School

Cooerwull Public School

Principal: Melinda Suttor

Relieving Principal: Christine Wren

15-23 Castlereagh Hwy, Cullen Bullen Ph: 6359 0543

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or postcode. Central to this is forming strong partnerships with families and communities through other departments and agencies, local government and business with a focussed effort to strengthen the transitions at each stage of the learning journey, through early childhood, schools and post schooling pathways, to create success for every student.

319 Main St, Lithgow Ph: 6351 3106

Capertee Public School

Wallerawang Public School

Relieving Principal: Fiona Bell

Principal: Jenny Lamborn

Castlereagh Hwy, Capertee Ph: 6359 0175

77 Barton Ave, Wallerawang Ph: 6355 1210

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Lithgow High School

Portland Central School

Principal: Foty Loupos

Principal: Matt Quirk

Zig Zag Public School

Lithgow Public School

Principal: Vicki Gillmore

Principal: Mark Davies

1A Pau St, Lithgow Ph: 6352 1422

23 Victoria Ave, Lithgow Ph: 6351 2352

12A Wolgan St, Portland Ph: 6355 5233

163 Mort St, Lithgow Ph: 6351 2297

Hampton Public School

Principal: Michael Wood

Principals: Belinda Greer & Mark Van Den Dolder

2630 Great Western Hwy, Meadow Flat Ph: 6359 5259

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19 Old Bindo Rd, Hampton Ph: 6359 3231

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Community Update #2

As part of the mix, we are now exploring the possibility of an energy from waste facility (EfW) in addition to the region’s portfolio of circular economy, energy generation and storage facilities. After doing substantial research and liaising with experts in the field, we believe it would be beneficial to our community for several reasons, including: • • • • •

Modern technology and world-class emissions standards ensure health and safety standards are met and/or exceeded; 1 It would provide reliable power and heat, which would attract additional developments and create new jobs onsite and to the area; It would be a progressive part of the development of our precinct – taking up less than 2% of the total site; It has the potential to accelerate other development objectives such as the enhancement of the Lake Wallace foreshore as a priority tourism destination; It uses waste as a resource, rather than sending it all to landfills.

With innovation and new technologies, there is no reason why we shouldn’t be able to recycle and reuse a greater percentage of total community waste and find a better way to manage the residual waste. EfW is an important part of the solution to Australia’s waste problem.2

What We Know About EfW and Air Quality People often think of waste burning in a backyard barrel with toxic black smoke billowing out. This is precisely why burning waste in your yard is illegal. Fortunately, it bears no resemblance to a modern EfW facility. EfW facilities are designed to keep the thermal treatment process completely contained. Gases and steam from the combustion process are treated before being released to ensure impacts on surrounding air quality are managed. 3 When considering the emissions, modern EfW facilities perform better than many industrial sites, which are required to comply with lesser standards. By diverting waste from landfill and using it to generate energy, an EfW facility would reduce net greenhouse gas emissions when compared to landfill.

Many of you have written to us with your questions about the health and environmental impacts of EfW. We have answered some of these here and you can find more on our website www.greenspot.com.au/efw/. Has a complete health study been completed yet and will this be made available to the public? A quantitative human health risk assessment using air quality data and modelling would be expected as part of an Environmental Impact Study (EIS). The EIS is a required component of any State Significant Development Application and would be exhibited publicly and fully transparent during the application process. Do the concentrated emissions at any time of the day exceed levels of safety for humans or animals? No. An EfW in NSW would not be permitted for development if scientific modelling predicted that the emissions are likely to contain pollutants deemed unsafe by the NSW EPA. By law, emissions from an EfW would need to be monitored and published in real time to ensure compliance with those levels. Is it true residents or anyone with the internet can monitor the emissions in real time, 24/7? Yes. The NSW EPA’s 2021 EfW Policy states: “To the extent practicable validated emission monitoring data must be made available publicly through an online portal in near real time.” Our thanks to everyone who has submitted questions via email and social media. You’ll find more in-depth answers to your health and air quality questions, along with responses to questions about the EfW process and other topics.

Information & Resources Many members of the community have asked how emissions from a potential EfW facility would compare to Mt Piper Power Station. Here’s one example: sulphur dioxide – SO2 – a common pollutant associated with coal-burning plants that is known to irritate the eyes, nose, throat and respiratory system. Sulphur dioxide (SO2) 2000

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Our vision for Wallerawang Power Station is to create a vibrant world-class precinct that reinstates the site as the heartbeat of the local community. Ultimately on our site we expect a diverse range of uses including industrial, commercial, tourism, residential and recreational to contribute to the ongoing evolution of Lithgow’s economy. The site and the Lithgow area more broadly have a wonderfully rich history. Understandably, there are high expectations from stakeholders for our site’s next chapter and for the future of the region as a whole.

Concerns about potential health impacts rightly dominate any industrial development project. It is important to know, the most recent studies and literature reviews by reputable independent researchers, show that modern plants meeting the European Union’s Industrial Emissions Directive are not associated with negative health outcomes. 5 Many facilities in Europe that don’t meet those standards have been or are being shut down in favour of new technology.

• EPA prescribed licenced limits for Mt Piper Power Station; • Standards outlined in the NSW’s Protection of the Environment Operations Act (NSW POEO) Emissions Limits; • EfW “Best Available Techniques” (BAT-AEL), which is the European Standard for EfW; • NSW’s EfW Policy Statement (NSW EfW Policy); • Actual emissions from a facility in Dublin that is similar in technology, size and waste volume to the one being considered at Wallerawang.

NSW Government Regulations would ensure approved facilities are safe for human health.

Three other emissions are compared as per above and the analysis can be found on our website 4

Find footnote references on our website www.greenspot.com.au/efw 1. NSW EfW policy statement, EU-IED and BREF best available techniques 2. Federal government action plan and NSW government strategy 3. Video of Dublin EfW Facility - a virtual tour 4. Mt Piper emissions comparisons 5. Reputable independent studies and literature research

We will be holding a second Community Consultation Night for anyone from the broader Lithgow Community to attend. Representatives from Greenspot and Cleanaway will share information about the opportunity, including a status report and what we have learned so far. This will include ample time for Q&A and discussion. Event Details: Wednesday April 6 2022, 6:30pm at the Civic Ballroom Lithgow.

Looking to do your own research? We encourage people to be as informed as possible about EfW. We have compiled a collection of relevant resources for the community on our website, www.greenspot.com.au/efw/. For further research we suggest utilising independent, objective scientific studies. Refer to recent studies (dated 2015 or later) that specifically look at facilities compliant with EU-IED standards, as any facility in NSW will need to meet or exceed these.

For more information please contact Greenspot

W www.greenspot.com.au

E communityinfo@greenspot.com.au

P 1300 405 500

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On Saturday April 30 Lithgow’s Union Theatre will ring with the soaring music of the world’s best loved opera arias, delivered by some of Australia’s finest opera singers.

Over the course of the “Opera Gala at the Union” evening, the quartet of soprano, mezzosoprano, tenor, and baritone will perform, both solo and as an ensemble, a programme of opera’s most memorable arias. Although they have starred separately in some of the world’s premier opera venues, this is the first time the quartet will share the same stage. The calibre of the talented line up is a tribute to Lithgow City Council’s initiative to create a special cultural extravaganza as one of the first professional events at the recently restored 110year old iconic Union Theatre. Mayor Maree Statham said, “Council and its funding partners have invested in the Union Theatre to create a multipurpose cultural venue that will dramatically increase the opportunities for local creatives and businesses to participate in cultural activity.” The producer who conceived the idea of bringing such a stunning evening of music to Lithgow’s Union Theatre is Gaye MacFarlane, an acclaimed international opera singer and Lithgow resident. “The Union Theatre will play host to an outstanding array of operatic excellence on a rare evening of the best that opera has to offer. A magnificent group of singers with a superb accompanist will perform the arias that have captivated and enchanted music lovers for more than a century.” Mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble assembled the performer line up. “Following two years of Covid cancellations, musicians are delighted to be performing together again. We have missed the thrill of performing with our colleagues and, of course, the special feeling that can only come when you sing in front of a live audience. Music and culture are so important for communities; it brings people together, makes them feel and experience different emotions and fosters a sense of commonality and belonging.” The performers: Mezzo-soprano. Deborah Humble gained a master’s degree in music research in Melbourne, followed by further study in London and Paris, before being appointed principal artist at Opera Australia. Soprano. Julie Lea Goodwin is a leading Australian

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Accompanist. Sharolyn Kimmorley AM, artistic manager, and artist advisor for the Dame Nellie Melba Opera Trust, is regarded as one of Australia’s finest vocal coaches and accompanists. Tickets - $50 or $35 concession - for this unique evening of song are available from https://events.humanitix.com/opera-galaat-the-union-theatre

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Lions and Heritage Trades

My mate Mick, the sage of Wiseman’s Creek, will be bringing his kelpies to the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail on 9 & 10 April, just over a week away, so get your 25% discount tickets at ... https://www.bathurstregion.com.au/bathurstheritage-trades-trail/ Kids under 16 are FREE. Mick pointed out these fabulous lions on the Beau Brown pavilion at the Bathurst Showground, one of two heritage locations in which the event is held. Have a look yourself as you enter the event, but don’t strain your neck! These were refurbished and replaced some years ago because of weather damage, but thankfully the originals, heritage items themselves, are in safe storage. Mick also pointed out that the Bathurst Lions will be helping with the parking at the Bathurst Agricultural Research Station, the other Trail location. So, it’s lions everywhere. It’s always funny what Mick knows. While we’re on the subject of animals, Kate from Croftdown Farm will be bringing some miniature donkeys and their foals to The Trail for the kids to get up close and personal – a real treat.

The much loved Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail is in its sixth year and brings a lot of visitors to town, growing every year. So don’t miss it, it is the best value for money show in the Central West

Steve Semmens is an experienced Business Coach who works with senior and mid-level executives, managers, and business owners at all levels of leadership throughout the Central West of NSW. The Persuader coaching process is designed to focus on the individuals core strengths and capabilities to maximise their effectiveness, as well as identifying any gaps or challenges they may have, and then we help to close them.

This year the federal budget was delivered six weeks early in what was clearly the start of a campaign for re-election. In the face of global uncertainty, the Australian economy has performed exceptionally well. And that’s what’s funding an almighty sugar hit for retirees, small businesses and certain parts of regional Australia. First, the economics The war in Ukraine and the ongoing Covid crisis are presenting the global economy with real challenges. But the Australian economy has performed even better than expected. Our economic output rebounded faster than any other advanced economy, and our unemployment rate is at near 50-year lows. The strong workplace participation and positive business sentiment have led to a substantially better cash position, with the deficit now projected to halve by 2026. Cost of living Despite the outperformance of the Australian economy, there are still challenges. Covid and now the war in Ukraine are causing inflationary pressure, with the price of fuel and groceries rising fast. And wages growth remains stubbornly low. When we consider inflation, real wages are going backwards. But it’s retirees who are most challenged by inflation. Of all the financial risks in retirement, inflation is the most misunderstood because we underestimate how long we’re going to live. But studies show that inflation is the number one cause of people running out of money in retirement. Sugar hit To reduce the price pressure, the government is temporarily halving its tax on fuel for six months. This will reduce the price of petrol and diesel by 22.1 cents a litre. Retirees receiving the age pension will also receive a one-off tax-free benefit of $250 in April. Workers don’t miss out either. Over 10 million people will receive a one-off $420 cost of living tax offset. Combined with the low and middle income tax offset, workers will receive up to $1,500 for a single income household, or up to $3,000 for a dual income household. Small businesses will benefit from extra tax deductions when they invest in digital and invest in upskilling their employees. The government is pledging almost $18 billion worth of additional infrastructure projects in regional Australia. Most of that money will be spent in the Northern Territory, Queensland and Western Australia. But the Hunter will benefit from $1 billion upgrade to the Newcastle to Sydney rail link. Beyond the short-term It’s nice to receive unexpected benefits from time to time, but the pleasant feelings don’t really last. Temporary tax relief on petrol is welcome, but we can show you how to invest to hedge against inflation, so that you can afford to live comfortably and age well, with peace of mind and financial well-being over the long run.

Steve has a Diploma of Executive Coaching, a Bachelor of Business (Honours), and is a Member of International Coach Federation. He has a strong interest in the development and growth of entrepreneurial leaders, especially in regional areas. Steve currently consults with a variety of organisations, helping them to implement effective and successful change management strategies, so they can reach their full potential and achieve the desired outcomes according to their set vision.

Daniel Crump is the founder of Daniel Crump Financial Planning. This article is general and does not consider your personal circumstances so it may not be appropriate to you. If you would like advice specific to you, please give us a call.

Thought of the week “don’t miss The Trades Trail”

by a humble heritage advocate – March 2022

Better Business Column by Steve Semmens, The Persuader

Three Powerful Business Growth Strategies “If you want 1 year of prosperity, grow grain. If you want 10 years of prosperity, grow trees. If you want 100 years of prosperity, grow people.” - Chinese Proverb Strategy 1 Engage with the community and foster strong relationships quickly Networking is connecting with similar thinking people who value what you do, believe in abundance, and seek win, win situations consistently! These people will become advocates, suppliers, customers, and most importantly friends. Simply immerse your people within the community from the CEO to the receptionist from the cleaner to the sales manager and everyone in between and build TRUST. • • •

Everyone in the organisation MUST network Sponsor anything that will reach your target markets Create and run networking and educational events which will benefit your target market • Attend organised events as a team • Support the local business chamber • Use local suppliers – very important in regional and remote areas Create a reputation for supporting the local community, and they will in turn, support your business. Strategy 2. Systemise a referral marketing process within your organisation

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Imagine if every person in your organisation were tasked with bringing in a minimum of two referrals to the sales team every quarter. What difference would that make to your sales revenue? What difference would it make to your bottom line? Done properly non-salespeople could contribute to the cost of their own salaries and in some cases completely pay for them. Who is responsible for sales? Everyone! With having all employees involved in actively networking, this strategy delvers the following outcomes: • Creates new opportunities – Blue Ocean (New markets and new client clusters) • Increases sales by at least 30% • You gain access to clients you would not normally get access too by utilising the networks of your employees • Fantastic personal and Professional Development The more you increase your networking activities the more you increase your revenues. For example, Macquarie Medi Spa staff wear a stunning a black and gold uniform and when they attend a local networking event together, they stand out like a beacon ensuring there is ample opportunities for their staff to interact with current and potential customers. It is a very powerful way to effectively network.

Sugar high: Federal Budget snapshot

Strategy 3. Informal Strategic Alliances – ISA’s “The true value of networking doesn't come from how many people we can meet but rather how many people we can introduce to others.” - Simon Sinek An ISA is a beneficially mutual alliance based on both parties having the attributes of loyalty, trust, integrity, generosity, and a willingness to serve others, without a formal agreement in place. ISA’s can be formed anywhere, any time, and they can be formed with any type of business you care to think of – your success in forming ISAs will be limited only by the extent of your imagination and creativity. Take a risk, think outside the square, and work with people you like and trust. After all, you have to enjoy what you do.” Creating ISA’s is the next level in power networking. Anyone of these three strategies will have a huge impact on your bottom line so start to implement them today.

LEO, ROVING REPORTER Report from: My desk Story filed: Studio Ghibli

Hi there, Leo here. Today I'm going to talk about my favourite films. Are any of you familiar with Studio Ghibli? They've produced movies like Howl's Moving Castle, Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro and many more. Their movies are amazing. The movies are all animated, which means drawing each slide of the movie one by one. Normally you get 12 slides per second and when the movies are two hours long.... that's a lot of slides. I've seen a handful of Studio Ghibli movies but not all of them, so I've made it my goal to watch all of them. Studio Ghibli was founded by Hayao Miyazaki, Toshio Suzuki, Isao Takahata and Yasuyoshi Tokuma. In English at school we've been studying their film Spirited Away. We've finished watching it and are now underway with starting our assessment on it.

The movie Spirited Away is beautiful, absolutely breathtaking. If I was to recommend a movie to someone that hasn't seen any Studio Ghibli movies I would recommend Spirited Away. It's just a feel good story and the characters are amazing too . I think anyone would love it. Until next time Leo Roving Reporter

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Western Women’s Rugby League

The Wildfires Veterans cricket team played their final game for the year and came away with a very narrow and exciting win. With many games being washed out or cancelled due to Covid it was good to get a start. The team travelled all the way to Toronto (near Newcastle) to play against the Hunter Taverners. The oval was in good condition but the out field a little slow and the wicket a little uneven after recent rain. The conditions did not make for easy scoring. Western Wildfires batted first and scraped together 79 in 36 overs. The only batsmen to make double figures were : Glen Campbell, Al Northey, Nev Castle and Greg Kitchener. In reply, when the Taverners reached 2/20 after 10 overs it looked like it was going to be tight. And so it was. Taverners lost their last

The Western Women’s Rugby League summer/autumn competition finished with Bathurst’s Panorama Platypi winning their first title on Sunday, March 27. The Platypi defeated the Woodbridge side 18-10 in a strongly-contested game at Group 10’s Bathurst St Pats ground. Representing the strong improvement in the women’s game, both sides held nothing back in attack and defence, the handling in the drizzly conditions highlighting their skill level and how well coached the teams were. Woodbridge looked the stronger in the early part of the match and went very close to scoring four or five times except for the dedicated Panorama defence. Platypi took control in the latter part of the game, and tries to Shoulders, McLaren, Coleman and Griffiths (plus one goal) enabled the Bathurst side to prevail over the strong Woodbridge in an entertaining game of football. Pic: Ex Bathurst St Pats player Marita Shoulders

wicket for 77 with 9 balls to spare giving the Wildfires the win. All bowlers did their part with Campbell and Taylor both taking 2 wickets and single wickets to Hartley, Byrne, Fitzgerald and Castle. Even though participation is the main reason for playing, the drinks did taste a little sweeter after this game.. The year is not quite over for some with : Walsh, Campbell, Castle, Northey, Taylor and White being selected in various teams for NSW to play Queensland at the Gold Coast to wrap up the season. The Wildfires team would like to thank their sponsors for the year and look forward to next year with hopefully less interruptions. A special than you goes to our bus driver John Haddin who had to endure many back-seat drivers throughout the year.

Story and photo by John Fitzgerald

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LITHGOW VALLEY FILM SOCIETY, 16 Main Street, Lithgow

Sunday 3 APRIL - 2.00pm THE ADVENTURES OF BARON MUNCHAUSEN 1988 G The adventures of Baron Munchausen is a 1988 adventure fantasy film. The film is based on the tall tales about the 18th century German nobleman and his wartime exploits against the Ottoman Empire. I think you will enjoy this film lots of special effects and comedy.

Learn Handicraft with the CWA Ladies at Portland All ladies welcome to attend our Handicrafts session in the CWA rooms. Come and join us to learn a new idea or bring along your current project. We are a friendly lot and if you wish to join us for a cuppa and chat - feel welcome!

CAST John Neville as Baron Munchausen, Eric Idle as Desmond, Sarah Polley as Sally Salt, Oliver Read as Vulcan, Uma Thurman as Venus Jonathon Pryce as The Right Ordinary Horatio Jackson Robyn Williams as King of the moon

Date: On the ﬁrst and third Tuesday of the month! Time: 1pm Cost: $2 per session Location: CWA Rooms, Wolgan Street Portland (next to RSL) For further details ring Jenny Fuller Branch Secretary on 0419 231 817 or email jfcj@southernphone.com.au (The photo above is some of what the ladies have recently made.)

Sunday 10th APRIL - Palm Sunday - 2.00pm CONSPIRACY of HEARTS 1960 PG Best film promoting International understanding in 1961. Italian nuns are smuggling Jewish children out of an internment camp near there convent to save them from the holocaust. The Italian Army officer in charge suspects what might be going on, but deliberately turns a blind eye. When the Germans take over the Camp security the nuns activities become far more dangerous.

Church of United Spiritualism of Australia in Lithgow The Church of United Spiritualism of Australia holds services on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at the Red Cross Hall, 225 Main Street Lithgow at 10.30 am.

CAST Lilly Palmer, Sylvia Syms, Yvonne Mitchell, Ronald Lewis.

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