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Hospitality venues welcome easing of restrictions Businesses in the hospitality industry have been among the hardest hit over the past two years with the COVID pandemic. Many hospitality venues in NSW are looking forward to the last lot of restrictions being lifted this Friday. As part of the NSW Government’s staged and flexible approach to managing COVID-19, from last Friday density limits were lifted in hospitality venues and QR check-ins were dumped (and are now only required for nightclubs, music festivals, hospitals, aged and disability facilities). Singing and dancing is permitted again at all venues (except music festivals, where singing and dancing can recommence from this Friday). From this Friday, masks will no longer need to be worn in most places (and are only mandated on public transport, planes, and indoors at airports, hospitals, aged and disability care facilities, corrections facilities and indoor music festivals with more than 1,000 people). Masks will however be continued to be encouraged for indoor settings where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others and for customer facing retail staff to protect vulnerable people who must access these premises and services. Local clubs, pubs, restaurants and cafes are cheering they can get back to “normal”. Cobar Bowling & Golf Club secretary/ manager Luke Anderson said having their density limit dropped to just 80 people during the pandemic had been very hard to work with. “When you have to turn away members, it goes against the nature of hospitality,” Luke said. He said with the easing of restrictions they can now bring entertainment back to the club.
“Even though some music has been allowed, I could never justify having it when members could not sing or dance. “That would be like giving a kid a lolly and telling them they’re not allowed to eat it,” Luke said. Cobar Services Club secretary/manager Linda Carter said they will also be able to start booking in entertainment and their Cook-Off and Anzac Day events will be able to go ahead
There’s no need for golfers to shout over the table to each other anymore as they now don’t need to social distance from each other with density limits lifted in all hospitality venues. From this Friday, masks will also no longer be required to be worn.
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unhampered this year. “It’s also been an extra burden and cost to our business to have someone on the door to check vaccinations, QR codes, masks etc.,” Linda said. Both managers said they have noticed that some of their older “at risk” members have been restricting their visits, and they hope that all members will feel confident once again in returning to their venues.
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Youth state conference
Cobar’s Youth Officer, Stephen Gillette, along with Cobar Youth Council members Joey Neale and Todd Polack recently attended the NSW Youth Council conference in Goulburn where representatives from youth councils from all over the state come together to discuss matters concerning youth. Stephen said it was a great three days where he and Joey and Todd learnt a lot and made important connections with other youth and youth mentors/officers from all over the state. ▪ Photo contributed
Local children are being warned about ‘Stranger Danger’ following an incident that occurred near the Cobar Public School (CPS) last week. CPS relieving principal Silvana Lennon made a report to police on Thursday afternoon after students had advised that “a male appeared to be filming members of our school community after they made their way home”. “It is not yet known who the individual is or exactly what occurred, however in the interest of keeping students safe we have acted on this information and notified the police,” Mrs Lennon told the school community. Cobar Police Senior Constable Lucas Hardy said police are continuing their enquiries into the exact nature of the incident. “Police have spoken with students and a witness and are trying to locate the male involved,” Senior Constable Hardy said. Mrs Lennon said the incident was a timely reminder for parents and carers to speak with children about stranger danger and to be aware of their surroundings. She recommended the following: identify ‘safe places’ on the way home (a friend’s house, a community space, police station, high school etc); ensure children know where to go if they don’t feel safe (show them these places in real life, not just on a map); teach kids about stranger danger (not to speak to people they don’t know, or get in cars of people they don’t know); carry a contact number for a parent/carer (this can be used if they are in trouble and need to phone you, children may forget a phone number if relying on memory); do not take another route, or go anywhere without telling an adult; walk/ride in groups where possible; and always tell someone if something isn’t right.
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Police and emergency services kept busy over weekend Cobar Police and emergency services were kept busy over the weekend responding to two serious incidents. A 20 year old Cobar man was arrested and charged with two offences by police at 11.30am on Saturday. It’s alleged the man previously attempted to break into the Great Western Hotel at 3.20am at which time he had an altercation with some witnesses in the vicinity. It’s believed the man then returned to the hotel at approximately 6am where he threw two Molotov cocktails (fire bombs) into the accommodation rooms at the back of the hotel. Witnesses to the incident put out the fires and police were called to conduct an investigation. The man was later located by police and taken into custody. He was charged with attempted break and enter and malicious damage by fire and was bail refused by police. In a separate incident on Saturday, emergency services were called to a house fire on the Barrier Highway east of Cobar at approximately 4.30pm. The house, which was unoccupied and used for storage only, was totally destroyed in the blaze. Police, NSW Ambulance, Rural Fire Service (RFS) and Fire and Rescue NSW personnel attended the fire. It’s believed the fire was not suspicious.
Regional Health Inquiry wraps up
An unoccupied house on the Barrier Highway east of Cobar, was completely destroyed in a fire on Saturday afternoon. The fire is not believed to be suspicious.▪ Photo contributed
With the recent wrap up of the Regional Health Inquiry, State Member for Barwon, Roy Butler is keen to see what recommendations will come from it “and whether they will be acted on with any thoroughness and conviction”. Mr Butler said the long-awaited inquiry into health and medical services, and access to those services, in regional areas finally closed on February 2. “Established in September 2020, the inquiry has heard evidence about some of the major problems with supplying a decent standard of care to patients in country NSW. “There were some harrowing tales of people with conditions that could have been easily treated, who instead died due to a lack of access to doctors, specialised medical equipment, medication or transport to take them elsewhere for treatment,” Mr Butler said. The committee’s report is scheduled to be tabled at the end of April, 2022 but Mr Butler said it remains to be seen what their recommendations will be. “Regional NSW has had to suffer substandard health care for a long time, despite the occasional noise made to bring about change. “This time we need to keep the momentum going and hold the government to its promises to fix a system that has been broken for too long. “I have already posed a question in parliament to Health Minister Brad Hazzard, about regional health services and he has offered to meet with me to discuss the issue. “This should never be allowed to become a political football,” Mr Butler said.
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Connecting homeschoolers
Families who participate in a homeschooled education met up at Drummond Park on Friday afternoon. Sarah Theakston, who helped organise the event, said it was a great opportunity to meet other homeschooling families and to build on those connections. Pictured are adults Alesha Jebb, Kathryn Grofos, Sarah Theakston, Kayla Crawford, Rachel Hibbert, Shey Ellison, Stephanie Engelbrecht and their children.
Compare child care services and fees Australian families can compare childcare services and their fees following the Federal Government’s launch of a new website. Families can visit StartingBlocks.gov.au to find local childcare services, view vacancies, compare costs, and check official quality ratings, including safety. Acting Minister for Education and Youth, Stuart Robert, said the website gives parents a new central place to make important choices about their children’s early education and care needs. He said families will also be able to see the significant savings they’ll make when the
higher Child Care Subsidy comes into effect next month. Mr Roberts said one of the main features of the website is a simple-to-use calculator where families can plug in their details and get an estimate of their out-of-pocket costs. Member for Parkes Mark Coulton encouraged all families to visit the website and said it will have a special appeal to the 250,000 families with more than one child aged under six who will get a higher subsidy soon. On average, families will be better off $2,260 per year, with families with three children in care saving up to $370 a week on out-of-pocket costs.
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Last opportunity to join Carbon Pilot Former Carbon Cocky of the Year, Peter Yench is encouraging local farmers to learn more about how Carbon Farming can benefit them and to consider applying for round two of the Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot. Mr Yench said Carbon Farming has greatly benefited his property (and made him a wealthy man) and is something that would be of benefit to many other landholders across the shire. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud also encourages local landholders to apply for the Carbon Farming pilot which aims to create new income streams for farmers who improve biodiversity on their land by establishing new plantings. “This pilot is a game changer for our farmers by allowing them to create new income from plantings that deliver biodiversity improvements and carbon abatement,” Minister Littleproud said. “I encourage farmers from eligible regions to apply. Farmers can gain multiple environmental benefits and diversify their income with a Carbon + Biodiversity project. Farmers can plan projects and submit their applications through the new National Stewardship Trading Platform. This platform makes it easier for all farmers to plan their projects and sell biodiversity and carbon outcomes to the private market. Farmers could also accept a government offer for the biodiversity and sell carbon to the private market. “The platform connects farmers with buyers, aiming to kickstart investment in on farm carbon and biodiversity outcomes. The pilot is testing protocols for a market mechanism to buy and sell biodiversity services and create a new income for farmers. This is part of the plan to set up a voluntary biodiversity stewardship market underpinned by legislation. “Interested farmers can contact their local natural resource management organisation to receive support for the application process and establishing a project.” Further information, including frequently asked questions, is available at: https:// www.awe.gov.au/agriculture-land/farm-fooddrought/natural-resources/landcare/sustainingfuture-australian-farming/carbon-biodiversitypilot
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Trudy’s in training for next month’s Tour de OROC Full-time business owner and part-time charity bike rider with a heart of gold, Trudy Griffiths will be taking part in the Tour de OROC charity ride next month. The Tour de OROC (Orana Region Outback Challenge) is a 1,400km bike ride over six days that raises funds for Dubbo’s Macquarie Homestay accommodation. “Being a business owner you try to support and put money back into the community where you can to different organisations. “This is for a great cause and I’ll also get some personal satisfaction out of it too,” Trudy told The Cobar Weekly. Trudy decided to take up the challenge as she’s known a number of Cobar residents who have needed to use the accommodation facility when visiting Dubbo for medical services. She’ll be one of two women in the group of 25 riders who have signed on for this year’s event and also one of two riders in the pack with Cobar connections. (Former Cobar resident, Chris Freeman, who now lives in Mudgee, is also riding.) Trudy will only be attempting the second half of the ride (as she’s not able to commit to the full six days due to a previous commitment clashing with the start date of the ride). She plans to join the peloton in Bourke on Day 4 and ride to Cobar, then on Day 5 they ride from Cobar to Warren and on the final day the ride will finish in Dubbo, which is still a hefty distance of 600km that Trudy will cover. It’s not, however, the first time Trudy has been involved in a challenge of this kind. “A group of us from Cobar in 2016 did the Wines to Mines ride where we rode from Griffith to Cobar. “On the last day I remember it was about 40 degrees and there was a 30km/h head wind, it was terrible,” Trudy recalled. She said while the Tour de OROC daily rides will be about the same distance (130-160km), she hopes they will have much better weather on next month’s ride. With running her business and spending time with the family, Trudy said training for the event has been challenging as it requires a lot of time out on the bike. To fit it all in, she’s been getting up early and
Forecast is for a wet week ahead Cobar residents woke up to a dark and stormy morning yesterday with 49.8mm of rain recorded at Cobar Airport by the Bureau of Meteorology up to 10am . The Bureau is predicting more rain for today with a 50 per cent chance of showers and a possible storm with 29 degrees the expected top temperature. Tomorrow should be a mostly sunny morning with a top daytime temperature of 32 degrees and a slight chance of afternoon showers. Friday is expected to be 33 and cloudy with a slight chance of rain and a thunderstorm. A top of 32 degrees is forecast for both Saturday and Sunday with a medium chance of showers. Monday is expected to reach 29 degrees with a 60 per cent chance of up to 10mm of rain and a thunderstorm. This comes after a warm and dry week when temperatures varied from 35.9 degrees last Thursday up to 37.9 on Sunday, which was our hottest day of the week. Monday’s top temperature was 35.5 degrees.
heading out on the bike doing 30km rides, that take about an hour and a half, all before 9am. And while the early morning views are pretty impressive, Trudy said she is however getting sick of her playlist. “Ideally it would be great to have some company on my rides. “I’m trying to con some people into riding with me but I’m not sure if they’ll be up to
doing those long distances,” Trudy said. As part of her training, she’s also going to be doing some 100km rides over the weekends. Trudy said while it has been a big commitment, she’ll be pleased if she can raise some money to help Dubbo Macquarie Homestay and ultimately her own community.—Article compiled by Holly McGuinness, Macleay College journalism student
Trudy Griffiths is currently in training to ride next month’s Tour de OROC event.
COBAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE ROADS AND STORMWATER UPGRADE PROJECT UPDATE AND COMMUNITY CONSULTATION Cobar Shire Council has recently received funding to undertake roads, and stormwater upgrade works at the existing industrial area in Cobar, scheduled to commence in May 2022. Council is holding community consultation and update sessions on the project.
The consultation sessions will be held in the Council Chambers, 36 Linsley Street, Cobar on: Tuesday, March 1, at 8 am and Wednesday, March 2, at 6 pm Cobar Shire Council encourages the community, including all businesses and residents from the industrial area in Cobar, to attend and provide feedback and input into this major project Council has started. It is an opportunity for the community to receive an update, provide feedback and ask any questions. mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au PO Box 223, COBAR, NSW, 2835 Peter Vlatko, General Manager Wednesday February 23, 2022 The Cobar Weekly Page 5
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Cobar’s Sound Chapel is gaining fame ahead of opening Cobar’s Sound Chapel is gaining fame all Renowned composer Georges Lentz brought old rusted water tank into an amazing acoustic around the world ahead of its official open- in world-famous architect Glenn Murcutt to and astronomical space. ing in April. work on the unique project which turned an Also working on the project was Peter Thew, Senior Engineer in Residence in the Charles Sturt School of Computing, Mathematics and Engineering. Mr Thew said he was honoured and excited to be asked to work on this once-in-a-lifetime project. “When I was approached to be involved in the project, I knew opportunities like this did not arise every day,” Mr Thew said. “The concept was highly intriguing as the design is unusual and the structural forms are unique. “But as an engineer, I took it back to first principles, which is what we do when faced with an unusual task that we haven’t seen before.” The project transformed the old water tank into a work of art. “The artist’s vision was to have 24/7 surround sound beaming from the four speakers in the walls and as the engineer, it was my job to make it work from a construction perspective,” he said. The Cobar Sound Chapel is an installation of an approximately five-metre cube within the 10-metre-high tank in which classical music will play 24 hours a day, seven days a week on loop via a quadraphonic sound system. The construction phase has taken about three years to complete and the finished product is already receiving international acclaim. Mr Thew said he was proud to put Charles Sturt engineering on the map with such a prestigious project. Cobar’s unique Sound Chapel will be officially opened in April. ▪ File photo “Charles Sturt University is the only regional university to offer engineering throughout New 24 Marshall Street 0428 342 626 South Wales,” he said. “Our program is unique in that students work on real projects from the very beginning, applying what they learn in the real world as they go. “The Cobar Sound Chapel will cement Cobar as a place where very high-level classical music will be performed and homed. Give your bedroom a makeover “This project will continue to inspire Charles Sturt students in every way.” Beds, mattresses, linen, lamps, side He said he was pleased to have been part of tables and tall boys available now the creation of “a world-class facility”.
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Taking an opportunity has really paid off for Bethany A career change opportunity that presented itself to Bethany Smith just over 12 months ago has recently helped her to land a new, exciting role. Starting out as an administration trainee with Cobar Shire Council in January 2021, which gave her on-the-job training and involved studying a Certificate III in Business Administration, Bethany has recently joined council’s projects team as a Support Officer. “It’s a busy department, there’s so many projects currently underway,” Bethany told The Cobar Weekly. The team is currently working on upgrades to the Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool, Ward Oval, the Cobar Youth & Fitness Centre and the next stage of work for The Great Cobar Museum. “Thinking back to school it’s definitely not where I thought my life would be, but I’m so glad it has turned out this way,” Bethany said. Prior to working with council, Bethany started out working in childcare but wasn’t totally convinced that was what she wanted to do as a career. When she saw council’s administration traineeship advertised, Bethany said she thought it could be a good opportunity to try something different and at the same time gain a qualification. “Friends that did their business certificate said you’re silly not to, if you want a job in admin or any office, that’s the best place to start.” The traineeship not only would offer her onthe-job training, she would also have the security of it being a full-time role. Bethany said she weighed it up against studying at university, which she said would have been a 3-4 year commitment “and one that could cost an arm and a leg”. “I thought what a great opportunity, it’s only
12 months. “I can get a qualification and if I don’t like it then I can try something different”. Bethany said she found the friendly team culture at council an added bonus. “I started when I was 19 and very young but they were super welcoming and seemed to enjoy seeing a younger face around,” she said. Bethany said being able to apply her on-thejob training experience to help her complete her TAFE learning assessments meant the whole experience was easier than she’d expected. “If I hadn’t been doing the traineeship and was just studying at home, I think I would have struggled a bit.” Bethany said she didn’t find it too hard to fit in her study commitments around work, sport and her social life.
“I didn’t have to commit to too much - it was 2-3 hours a week (outside of work hours) for the online learning through TAFE, which I think is really reasonable.” With Bethany now working in the projects department, and seeing the success story she has become, council is now looking for their next Administration Trainee. Bethany encourages anyone thinking about applying for the role to take the leap like she did. “While traineeship wages may offer less than other fulltime roles, it’s only for 12 months and once you’re through that you’re earning a really good wage. “I can definitely see myself working with council for the long term,” Bethany said.— Article compiled by Holly McGuinness, Macleay
Don’t forget to vote Cobar Shire Council voters will head to the polls this Saturday if they haven’t already cast their vote via pre-poll or postal vote. Cobar Shire’s by-election on Saturday will see one of two candidates, Jesse Cochrane Adolfson or Michael Prince, elected to fill the 12th vacant position on council. Postal vote packages have been mailed out to all registered voters. After commencing as a trainee with Cobar Shire Council just over 12 months ago, Voting on the day can be done at Cobar Bethany has recently moved into an exciting new role with council’s projects team. High School and the Euabalong Community Centre with pre-poll voting available at 62 Marshall Street (Old Government Offices) up until this Friday. Voting is compulsory.
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New copper find Yabbies reunion goes full steam ahead at Canbelego Recent drilling by Helix Resources has identified numerous intercepts with visible copper sulphide at their Canbelego Joint Venture Project located near Cobar. Helix Managing Director Mike Rosenstreich said with their Canbelego joint venture partner, Aeris Resources, they are very encouraged by the increased potential they continue to unearth around Canbelego as they methodically work through the historic data in combination with the new results and interpretations. “We are gaining momentum with positive exploration results, and we believe this area holds tremendous potential to make more copper discoveries,” Mr Rosenstreich said. He said they plan to focus now on the Western tenement block for the next three to six months to carry out further diamond drilling, surface and down-hole Electromagnetic (EM) work and additional regional target testing.
Cobar Shire Council mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au PO Box 223, COBAR, NSW, 2835 Peter Vlatko General Manager
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5pm tomorrow, Thursday February 24, 2022 Agenda & Business Papers available now Copies can be downloaded from the Council website: www.cobar.nsw.gov.au/ council/council-meetings
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It might be a year later than planned but taking place poolside with a few water stains the Cobar Yabbies Senior Men’s Swimming across the first entries. Club are once again going full steam ahead “At that first meeting there was myself, Rogon their 50th anniversary reunion plans for er Boyle, Reg Chandler, Dusty Martin and this October. Steele Saunders,” Bob recalls. COVID prevented the event taking place in “Most of these fellows came to Cobar from 2021 (their actual 50 years of running) and, surf clubs on the coast and we were all out while this year’s event may not be quite as big having a beer one day and the idea came up as they had planned for last year, the club’s that we could have a swim meet once a week to secretary (and founding member) Bob Clark get together.” thinks it’ll be a great event anyway. Bob said tracking down all the 600+ mem“The reaction we’re getting from the replies bers who have swum with the Yabbies throughare good but I don’t out the past 50 years was a think we’ll get as Bob said tracking down all the big task. many as we would 600+ members who have swum “I’ve gone through all the have last year,” Bob with the Yabbies over the past 50 minute books and records said in an interview years was a big task. and even through old Cobar last week. Weekly and Cobar Age Bob does however anticipate the reunion will editions to pick up the names of blokes who’ve still bring around 200 Yabbies (and their fami- swum throughout the years.” lies) back to Cobar for a weekend full of Bob said in addition to a number of past events. members indicating they will be attending the With weekly swims and attendance at various reunion, a number of family members of forWestern Districts and Nationals carnivals, the mer Yabbies who have passed away are keen to Yabbies have become quite successful through- come back to Cobar for the event. out their 50 years. Apart from providing a weekly competition, “We’ve won the Six Man Scratch Relay at and attending various carnivals, Bob said the two Australian titles, one in Melbourne in 2019 club has also helped a number of men learn to and one at Nelsons Bay,” Bob said. swim and be confident in the water. The club competes against the likes of It provides a weekly social outing and also Coogee, Bondi, Ballina and Lismore, (clubs acts as a men’s support group that gives memwith bigger facilities and more swimmers), and bers a place to talk about men’s issues. the Yabbies have always been competitive. The Yabbies were also well known for their Bob was present at the Yabbies’ first official fundraising nights, and over the years the Yabmeeting on October 11, 1971. bies have performed some memorable skits, As the current club secretary (and official including the ballet, Swan Lake. Bob said some records officer), Bob still has the minutes book of these skits might just make another appearfrom the club’s first meeting. ance at the reunion.—Holly McGuinness, MacThe journal shows evidence of the meeting leay College journalism student
First council meeting of the year Cobar Shire Council will hold their Monthly Council Meeting tomorrow night and one of the items on the agenda for discussion is requests for donations. Four local sporting groups have requested donations and, while the amounts have varied from $8,460 to $3,150, the report to council recommends that amounts allocated be equitable to each group. The recommendations include: Cobar Pony Club, $3,150 for assistance with annual charges and tidying the complex; Auto Club of Cobar, $3,500 to help with Council rates and
Due to COVID restrictions, proof of (full) vaccination is required. Please RSVP if you would like to attend to: Kelly Fairbank Executive Assistant to the General Manager and the Mayor Phone: 02 6836 5888 or E: kelly.fairbank@cobar.nsw.gov.au A live streamed webcast will also be available. To view the meeting, visit:
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dust suppression; Cobar Amateur Pistol Club, $3,500 to assist in Council rates arrears; Cobar Clay Target Club, $3,500 for rates assistance as well as their annual Golden Clay Tournament. It’s recommended council also donates $200 in Cobar Quids to each of Cobar’s three schools and $200 cash to the Euabalong West Primary School for end of year awards. An additional $4,000 is also recommended to be included in the 2022/2023 budget for donation applications that may arise throughout the year.
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VIEW Club’s committee line-up is mostly unchanged Cobar VIEW Club has begun its 39th year with 16 ladies attending the club’s annual general meeting at the Empire last Tuesday. Phyllis Budd chaired the meeting resulting in the re-election of Enid English as president, Lillian Simpson (treasurer), Kate Winders (zone delegate and vice president) and Bev Anderson (publicity). Dora Di Filippo accepted the nomination of vice president and Bev Anderson also took on the secretary’s role. VIEW is a women’s voluntary organisation with the Cobar club part of a group of over 14,000 members across Australia who support The Smith Family’s work to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged Australian children and young people. Through generous community contributions in raffles and donations, last year the Cobar club supported five students in the ‘Learning
for Life’ program, as well as contributing funds to The Smith Family Winter Appeal. VIEW stands for Voice, Interest, Education of Women and all clubs foster this through hosting guest speakers, fun events, sharing relevant information and supporting friendship
within the local community. The Cobar club extends an invitation to any interested ladies to go along to their next meeting as a guest and join in celebrating St Pat’s Day with ‘wearing of the green’ and all things Irish.—contributed
Snakes warning There’s been a number of snake sightings with reports of snakes seen in Acacia Drive, Woodiwiss Avenue and Longworth Street over the past two weeks. St John Ambulance NSW CEO Sarah Lance, said time is critical when it comes to venomous bites, and they should be treated as a medical emergency. “That is why we are asking people to brush up on the signs, symptoms and – most importantly – the treatment of snake and spider bites,” Ms Lance said. The Cobar VIEW Club committee of Kate Winders (vice president and delegate), Enid More than half of deaths caused by snake bites in Australia occur in the home, and with English (president), Bev Anderson (secretary and publicity officer) Lillian Simpson continued wet weather conditions forcing (treasurer) and Dora Difilippo (vice president) at their AGM last week. snakes and spiders out of their natural habitat in search of drier areas, it’s expected that sightings within the home will increase. The most dangerous snake posing a threat to Australians is the eastern brown snake, which causes a higher number of fatalities than any other snake in Australia. Ms Lance said the most important thing in the event of a snake bite is to immediately call 000 and recommends to keep the patient still while waiting for an ambulance to stop the venom from travelling.
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playrugbyleague.com For more info contact Emma 0407 362 521
Staff at the Lilliane Brady Village understand and acknowledge the right of the residents to have access to their visitors and we strive to accommodate this rite. Please be aware that all visitors to the Village require a Rapid Antigen Test taking 15 minutes for a result- this is conducted by the Registered Nurse. While visitors are welcomed at any time, please be reminded that meal times and medication rounds require all staff participation which can delay your entry.
Breakfast 8-9am Lunch 12-1pm Dinner 5-6pm Supper 7-8pm
All welcome
Wednesday March 16
2022 REGOS OPEN NOW
Our staff are obligated to address the needs of the residents and may not be able to greet you and perform the test. Where visiting can be arranged outside of these times, this could alleviate waiting times for entry and testing. We thank you for you patience and understanding in this matter.
All welcome! Page 10 The Cobar Weekly Wednesday February 23, 2022
Regards Helen Spyt Director of Nursing
The Cobar Weekly has proudly been supporting the Cobar community for more than 36 years!
PUBLIC NOTICES Cobar Junior Rugby League Expressions of Interest Applications open for coaches, team managers, sports trainers & referees for the 2022 season Applications close February 25 Contact us at
NOTICE OF AIRBORNE GEOPHYSICAL SURVEY Peak Gold Mines has engaged Xcalibur Airborne Geophysics to conduct an airborne geophysical survey over several exploration licences held by the company between Cobar and Nymagee. The planned survey area is shown in the diagram below. The survey will be conducted using a fixed wing aircraft flying at approximately 80 metres above the ground, on east west lines, 100m apart. The survey is expected to commence in late February 2022 and continue for a period of three weeks. If you have any questions regarding this survey please call: Matt Robertson (02) 6830 2371 or Katrina Virgoe (02) 6830 2305.
cobarjl@hotmail.com to register your interest
Upcoming Public Training Courses 2022 Cobar TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment $3,500pp - 2 x face-to-face workshops (6mths total to complete remaining course requirements online) Workshop 1: February 21 - 25, 2022 Workshop 2: April 4 - 8, 2022 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid $250pp – 1 day course which includes HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support/HLTAID011 Provide first aid/ HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation February 24, 2022 TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck (NSW) $700pp – 3 day course (must be over 18 yrs to enrol) February 28 to March 2, 2022 To enrol please contact Kylie on 0420 540 682 or email: kylie@sitetrain.com.au Visit our website www.sitetrain.com.au RTO No: 41466
Proper Preparation OHS & Training Specialists Pty Ltd
T/as Sitetrain
ABN 99 145 391 144
Wednesday February 23, 2022 The Cobar Weekly Page 11
Maree’s Mobile Bookkeeping
Registered BAS Agent Tax Services
Maree Punzet
0429 363 047 ACCOMMODATION
Beds on Becker Beds on Bourke Rd Beds on Marshall Beds on Monaghan Beds on Mopone Cobar Central Motor Inn Fax Cobar Cross Roads Motel Copper City Motel
ACCOUNTANTS
Deacon & Co Nyngan Luka Group Peter’s Tax & Accounting
Klean Sweep Kleaning Services Servicing the Cobar area
0473 668 611
ksks@outlook.com.au
0414 434 554 0414 434 554 0414 434 554 0414 434 554 0414 434 554 6830 2000 6830 2099 6836 2711 6836 2404 0428 451 116 6883 2200 0429 363 047
ADMIN/SECRETARIAL SERVICES
0429 363 047
AIR-CONDITIONING Mick McManus
AUTOMOTIVE
Ces’ Motor Trimming Cobar Toyota MC Spanner S & C Contracting Superior Diesel Solutions
0427 113 549 0488 143 666 6836 3355 6836 4005 0408 054 470 0427 478 895 6836 2737
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS/ACCESSORIES Fairbank AutoPro
BATTERIES
CB Tyres Copper City Tyre Service Fairbank AutoPro
BEAUTY SALONS Belle Visage
BOOKKEEPING
6836 1111 6836 2124 6836 1251 6836 1111
0418 161 569 0429 363 047
BOTTLE SHOP Empire Hotel
6836 2725
BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION
Country Mile Construction 0408 220 377 Cynend 0408 209 722 Mat Shepherd 0400 323 049 0419 219 440
BUTCHERS
J&K Butchery Khan’s SUPA IGA
6836 2251 6836 2186
CAR & UTE HIRE Cobar Toyota (Hertz)
WB Carpet Cleaning & Maintenance
6836 4005
CARPENTRY
0409 443 812
Phone Ted: 0481 103 135
CATERING
Haylee Prince Classique Catering 0429 354 242 Hudson Catering Service 6836 2558 6837 3981
CHAINSAWS Fairbank AutoPro
6836 1111
WB Carpet Cleaning
LAND FOR SALE 0490 719 211
0409 443 812
0448 922 383
DTE Electrical Justin Negus Electrical Murray Harland Electrical
J Prisk Contractors
6836 2124
6836 2845 6836 2845 6836 2435 6836 1156 6836 4023
Cobar Quilt Shop 6836 3606 Needles Pins & Material Things 6836 3555
FACE PAINTING
Bekstar Face Painting
0427 927 794
FIREARM SAFES R & G Thompson
0417 706 222
Kylie Hough
6882 6533
CHURCHES
BRilliams 6836 2616 FUNERAL SERVICES 0428 061 397 Walsh Funerals
CLEANER
FOOTWEAR
FURNITURE
Janette’s Cleaning Services 0487 476 784 Cobar Antiques & Jazo’s Cleaning 0459 325 930 Second Hand Shop 0460 024 205 Stationery Essentials Klean Sweep Kleaning 0473 668 611
CONCRETING
Country Mile Construction Cynend
0429 363 566 6836 2900
GLASS
Stuart’s Maintenance Service 0427 362 574
GOAT BUYERS
6836 6400 0408 220 377 0408 209 722
Ascot Meats Clark & Son Livestock
0427 373 928 0428 253 797 0429 343 546
GYM CONVENTION/CONFERENCE VENUES JKM Dynamic Fitness Cobar Memorial Services Club 6836 2102 HAIRDRESSERS CONVEYANCING Brush Stop All Out Conveyancing Geoffrey Langford Peter Payne Law
DENTISTS
Thompson Family Dental
6836 4085 6836 3022 6836 2408
Mick McManus 0427 113 549 Stuart’s Maintenance Service 0427 362 574
Dr Indra’s Surgery 6836 4777 Primary Health Care Centre 6836 5500
J Prisk Contractors Superior Diesel Solutions
6836 2124 6836 2737
HARDWARE HAULAGE
J Prisk Contractors
6836 2124
HEALTH & WELLBEING Dr Indra’s Surgery 6836 4777 JKM Dynamic Fitness 0439 298 812 Primary Health Care Centre 6836 5500 Thompson Family Dental 6836 1761 The John Mitchell Pharmacy 6836 2040
1 Barton Street
Mon - Sat 5pm - 8.30pm
6836 4492
Chris 0428 253 797
0427 362 574
Landmark Russell 6836 2234 Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
Cobar Thai Restaurant
Clark & Son Livestock
Windows, Mirrors & Glass, Security Doors/Screens, General Home Repairs & Locks
0447 452 612 0428 362 394 0438 361 310 6836 3225
HANDYMAN
6836 1761
DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
0439 298 812
Gerri’s Hair Salon Pauline’s Hair Salon Studio 225
DOCTORS
EARTHMOVING
6832 2257
Country Simplicity/Tea Room 0427 719 899 The John Mitchell Pharmacy 6836 2040
Cobar Bowling & Golf Club 6836 2214 Cobar Memorial Services Club 6836 2102 Empire Hotel 6836 2725 Harvey Norman Cobar
6836 2161
GIFTS
CLUBS & HOTELS
COMPUTERS
0488 001 042 0429 308 874 6836 3061
FABRICS & HABERDASHERY
CHIROPRACTORS Cobar Baptist Church Generocity Church
6836 6400
6836 2161
EXCAVATING
CHILDREN’S SERVICES
COBAR LAUNDROMAT 29a Bourke St
ELECTRICIANS
BRilliams
The John Mitchell Pharmacy 6836 2040
John Bennett-City Country 6836 1408 Country Mile Construction 0408 220 377 0427 272 546 Mat Shepherd 0400 323 049 DRY CLEANING 0419 219 440 BRilliams 6836 2161
CARPET CLEANING
Harvey Norman Cobar
EMBROIDERY
CHEMIST
Cobar Mobile Children’s Services Inc. P1–Bush P2—Preschool Cobar Preschool Family Day Care Kubby House
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES
0447 452 612
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
49 Marshall Street Ph: 0427 719 899
CHIROPRACTOR Kylie Hough 6882 6533 Family Chiropractic Care
R&G Thompson
Haylee Prince 0429 354 242
Local suppliers of &
SAFES Rob 0417 706 222
6836 2404 info@coppercitymotel.com.au www.coppercitymotel.com.au
HOSES & FITTINGS
PHOTOS
HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT
PLUMBERS
Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677 Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
HYDRAULIC EXCAVATIONS JNJ Contracting
INDUSTRIAL SEWING Ces’ Motor Trimming
INVESTMENT Luka Group
Harvey Norman Cobar
Hampel’s Plumbing & Gas 0427 624 716 WA & KT Cahill 0419 601 532
PRINTING/PHOTOCOPYING
6836 3355
REAL ESTATE AGENTS
6883 2200
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Landmark Russell Red Earth Real Estate Sales
Country Mile Construction 0408 220 377 RESTAURANTS Mat Shepherd 0400 323 049 Cobar Bowling & Golf Club 0419 219 440 Cobar Thai Restaurant Empire Hotel LABOUR HIRE Town & Country Motel Face Contracting 6836 2217 Vince’s Restaurant Superior Diesel Solutions 6836 2737
LAWN MOWERS Fairbank AutoPro Harvey Norman
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
6836 1111 6836 6400
LAWN MOWING & YARD SERVICES Kaos Yard Maintenance
LIFE INSURANCE Luka Group
METAL FABRICATIONS Raboc Enterprises
MINE MAINTENANCE
Superior Diesel Solutions
0408 362 169 6836 2737
M & C Parisi Motorcyles P/L 6836 2669
6836 2900
STEEL SUPPLIES
PAINTER & DECORATOR PANEL BEATING Cobar Ultra Finish
PARTY SUPPLIES
Stationery Essentials
PEST CONTROL
Outwest Pest Control
0418 648 960 0429 463 279 6836 2900 0481 103 135
PET/STOCK CARE & SUPPLIES Landmark Russell
Geoffrey Langford Paul Longhurst Peter Payne Law
Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677 Dean McLeod
Cobar Ultra Finish
6836 3022
PAINT & ACCESSORIES
6836 2234
5853 2425
Cobar Quilt Shop 6836 3606 Needles Pins & Material Things 6836 3555
SOLICITORS
Stationery Essentials
0408 666 768 0491 201 946
SEWING/CRAFT SUPPLIES
MOTORCYCLES
OFFICE SUPPLIES
6836 2161
SERVICE STATIONS
Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
Geoffrey Langford
6836 3355 0428 364 831
6836 2161
SMASH REPAIRS
NOTARY PUBLIC
6836 2052 6836 4492 6836 2725 6836 1244 6836 4774
SEPTIC SERVICES/ PUMPING
MINE SAFETY SIGNS
Cobar Steel
SUPERANNUATION Luka Group
SUPERMARKETS Khan’s SUPA IGA
TAKEAWAY
Cobar Thai Restaurant Inland Petroleum Vince’s Restaurant
TAX AGENTS
Deacon & Co Nyngan Luka Group Peter’s Tax & Accounting
0429 463 279 6836 3022 0438 657 741 6361 9532 6836 2408 6836 2203 6883 2200 6836 2186 6836 4492 5853 2425 6836 4774 0428 845 116 6883 2200 0429 363 047
fdcadmin@cobar.nsw.gov.au
TIPPER HIRE
J Prisk Contractors
6836 2124
TOOLS
TOWING
6836 3355 0428 364 831 0408 054 470
MC Spanner
TRAILERS
Outback Floats & Trailers
0427 362 574
TRANSMISSION SUPPLIES Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
TRANSPORT
J Prisk Contractors
6836 2124
TV
Harvey Norman Cobar
6836 6400
TYRES
CB Tyres 6836 2124 Copper City Tyre Service 6836 1251 M & C Parisi Motorcycles P/L 6836 2669
UPHOLSTERY/MOTOR TRIMMING Ces’ Motor Trimming
6836 3355
VEHICLE REGISTRATION INSPECTION Ces’ Motor Trimming Cobar Toyota MC Spanner S & C Contracting Superior Diesel Solutions
6836 3355 6836 4005 0408 054 470 0427 478 895 6836 2737
WELDING
Raboc Enterprises 0408 362 16 Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
WHEEL ALIGNMENTS Copper City Tyre Service
WINDSCREENS
Ces’ Motor Trimming Cobar Ultra Finish
WORKWEAR BRilliams
6836 1251 6836 3355 0429 463 279 6836 2161
Want to include your business in the directory? Call 6836 3616 Pay once and your business is listed for six months! First Entry: $40 Additional Entries: $15ea Boxed ad: $75
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
43 Linsley Street Ph: 6836 1156
Country Mile Construction 0408 220 377 Mat Shepherd 0400 323 049 0419 219 440
Ces’ Motor Trimming
BRilliams
Inland Petroleum
TILING & BATHROOMS
0429 361 335
6883 2200
Copper City Contracting JNJ Contracting
Gym open 7 days 4am - 11pm
Fairbank AutoPro 6836 1111 Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
SAFETY PRODUCTS SCHOOL UNIFORMS
0439 298 812 www.jkmdynamicfitness.com.au
6836 2234
Sullivans Mining & Hardware 6836 1677
Cobar Bowling & Golf Club 6836 2214 BRilliams
Ces’ Motor Trimming
6836 3616
0407 400 306
LIQUOR SALES MENSWEAR
6836 6400
0491 201 946
KITCHEN & CABINET MAKING
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Station Cleans, Organising, Mine Site Compliant, End of lease Weekly or fortnightly
0459 32930 0460 024 205
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
THIS SPOT AVAILABLE Call 6836 3616
POSITIONS VACANT
CSA Mine Cobar, New South Wales Ref. No. CSA0562
Applications Close: February 28, 2022
CSA Mine is a high-grade underground copper mine located in Cobar, Central Western NSW. Employing over 400 people, CSA Mine is now looking for a new member to join the team. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and outcome focused HR Administrator to join the Human Resources team. In this role you will be responsible for: • Updating and maintaining employee data in the HR Information Systems (such as Pronto/SAP/Acendre/Excel management sheets) • Scheduling of interviews, processing medical bookings, reference checking and employee on-boarding tasks • Minute taking, filing and other administrative activities as requested • Co-ordination of internal and external HR activities (team days, leader development etc.) • Maintaining data accuracy in all people related systems and areas of accountability, this may include providing feedback on data issues, or opportunities, and developing basic standard work instructions around HR administration • Providing prompt customer service to clients, focused on problem solving and quick resolutions • Escalating issues and relevant information • This role may also provide some coverage for Housing and Accommodation activities About you: • Proven experience in a similar administrative role (highly desired) or evidence of working in a high paced work environment • High attention to detail/accuracy with data • Effective communication • Ability to multi-task and manage priorities • Organisation, planning and time management skills • Proficient IT skills – MS Office (essential), SAP (desired) • The ability to solve problems and display initiative • Customer service focused • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Current Australian Driver’s Licence This residential role is offered on a 5/2, 4/3 roster. An attractive remuneration package is offered commensurate with experience, as well as a bonus scheme and the opportunity to access other attractive employee benefits.
For further information please contact Jackson Barrow, HR Advisor, at jackson.barrow@glencore.com.au
Page 14 The Cobar Weekly Wednesday February 23, 2022
POSITIONS VACANT
PURCHASING OFFICER Full Time Position
Employment Service Officer ABOUT THE COMPANY REDI.E is a peak service provider for Aboriginal communities in Western NSW. Regional Enterprise Development Institute (REDI.E) supports our communities, by helping create opportunities and provide positive career pathways.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES This position is responsible for actively facilitating and assisting unemployed people into work through: • Conducting assessments • Developing individual job plans • Addressing barriers to employment and providing case management services • Search for appropriate job vacancies and assist with resumes and job applications and monitoring mutual obligations
DUTIES • Provide integrated case management for CDP jobseeker’s, including face-to-face appointments and associated IT processes • Direct registration of jobseekers onto the CDP Programme • Initial interviews with jobseekers to inform them of their obligations under CDP, to DHS and determine their participation requirements • Assess jobseeker needs and employability initially • Develop tailored pathways and placements that align to the jobseeker’s employment goals and ensure that all details are recorded in an up to date job plan and record comments • Initial and ongoing minimum REDI.E prescribed contact appointments with jobseekers to review their progress and determine what assistance they require
QUALIFICATIONS/LICENSING • NSW Driver’s licence • Current Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) • National Police Check
Please contact Annette Coath on 02 6836 6506 if you have any questions, for a copy of the Position Description, or to submit your application
Calls for expressions of interest to run the kitchen and dining hall
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner menu) Cobar Show May 20 & 21, 2022
KML Industries Pty Ltd is an Engineering and Metal Fabrication workshop servicing Cobar’s Mining and Rural Industries. The Office is a diverse and colourful environment where you will face a variety of challenges.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: • Sourcing spare parts for equipment being repaired • Sourcing of new equipment • Process purchase orders daily in a timely and efficient manner • Liaise with suppliers for pricing and tracking orders, following up on back orders and pending orders • Communicate efficiently and effectively with internal and external stakeholders in ordering consumables and services to facilitate workshop needs and requirements • Assist site-based personnel with requisition queries and issues • Source alternate suppliers when required • Daily assisting with loading and unloading of stock • Receipting and dispatching of goods • Booking in of jobs, creating new files, preparing job packs and record keeping • Provide ad-hoc administrative support as required
Essential and desirable qualifications • Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office and MYOB will be highly considered • Have the ability to prioritise and manage various tasks • Ability to communicate articulately and effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders • Ideally have a forklift licence and driver’s licence • Experience in a similar industry with sound knowledge of engineering consumables • Team player with excellent communication skills who is also able to work autonomously KML Industries offer the following • Housing allowance • Mobile phone • Use of company vehicle
Enquiries to Colette 0419 793 857
If you’re an enthusiastic & dedicated person, please send your cover letter & resume to: KML Industries Pty Ltd 12 Hartman Street COBAR NSW 2835
Applications close Friday March 4, 2022
Or email: bushy@kml.com.au Phone 0409 362 368
Appropriate food handling certificates are required
Closing Date: Friday February 25, 2022
To apply, email the secretary cobarshow@live.com.au
Wednesday February 23, 2022 The Cobar Weekly Page 15
POSITIONS VACANT
Lilliane Brady Village Assistant in Nursing Casual & Permanent Part Time Available The Lilliane Brady Village, is a 44-bed residential aged care facility in far western NSW, owned and operated by Cobar Shire Council. Our mission is to provide flexible quality care to aged and disabled residents, recognising the special needs of those who suffer from Dementia. We provide a place of security, safety, and ongoing care in a welcoming home like environment, at the same time considering the staff’s needs and safety. Well-motivated professional and skilled staff will provide encouragement, support, and holistic care appropriate to each resident’s individual needs, helping them to maintain optimal independence • Being flexible and responding to our resident’s changing needs • Recognising and respecting each resident’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality • Forming a partnership with the residents, family, staff, volunteers, and the community representatives to maintain quality of life • Motivation, Teamwork, and Training • Adherence to documented processes that complies with the requirements of the Aged Care Act and meets Local, State and Federal regulations • Providing a transparent mechanism for concerns and complaints by residents, family, staff, volunteers, and the community • Implementing and monitoring corrective actions for any deficiencies using a Continuous Improvement approach Applying for the Position To apply for this position, please complete an application form which includes addressing the selection criteria listed in that document. All applicants must be willing to undergo a National Police Check and pre-employment medical. Application forms are available on the Cobar Shire Council Website. All applications should be marked 'Confidential - Position Vacant (Lilliane Brady Village). Enquiries: Director of Nursing, Helen Spyt on 02 6836 7200
Lilliane Brady Village Kitchen Hand Casual & Permanent Part Time Available Position Summary: • Undertake kitchen/catering activities to meet the service needs of the Lilliane Brady Village & Cobar Local Health District Hospital (LHD) • Assist the cook to prepare and deliver meals to residents of the Lilliane Brady Village & to patients at the Cobar Local Health District Hospital according to the food safety program & HACCP guidelines • Participation in Continuous Improvement Activities by completing audits of all kitchen activities to ensure compliance with NSW Food Authority legislative requirements Duties: • Assist in the preparation of meals under the supervision of the Cook • Set trays and/or tables attractively with correct crockery and cutlery • Plate and deliver meals to residents in accordance with each resident’s identified abilities and preferences & as per menu selections to patients at LHD • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness of food storage, preparation and service areas in accordance with policy and protocols • Dispose of waste in accordance with organisational policy and protocol • Use and maintain catering equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions • Undertake cleaning activities of the kitchen and dining areas and associated equipment in accordance with the Lilliane Brady Village’s cleaning schedule
This position requires a high level of confidentiality and all applicants must have a current federal Police clearance for working in aged care. Enquiries should be directed to The Director of Nursing – Helen Spyt - Ph: 68367200 Interest in this position should be in writing & addressed to : Helen Spyt Director of Nursing Lilliane Brady Village 2 Nullamutt Street, Cobar NSW 2835 or emailed to LBV_Admin@cobar.nsw.gov.au Page 16 The Cobar Weekly Wednesday February 23, 2022
POSITIONS VACANT
CASUAL EDUCATORS Kubby House Childcare Centre Kubby House Childcare Centre is owned and operated by Cobar Shire Council. Kubby, as it is affectionately known to locals, is a 31-place service and the only long day care provider in town. We are currently seeking expressions of interest from passionate Certificate III and Diploma qualified educators looking for casual relief work to cover planned and unexpected absences, ensuring the continuity of care.
Applicants will need to have previous experience in the industry and demonstrate the ability to support a holistic approach to care, education and the development of children, whilst working efficiently and effectively in a small team. Hourly Wage - $32 (Cert III), $37 (Diploma) Hours of Work - As required between 7.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday To express interest in casual employment at Kubby, please send your resume, a copy of your qualification, vaccination certificate, working with children check and a brief cover letter outlining your availability to mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au
Position Vacant on stations 90 kms east of Wilcannia and 180km west of Cobar Duties include: • General Station duties • Spraying for woody weed & Gal burr • Pulling down old fences • Erecting new fences House and work ute provided Must have driver’s licence and able to work in a team
Contact Ben 0447 640 047
Cobar Shire Council welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
TOURISM OFFICER A Tourism Officer is responsible for providing the highest quality customer service to visitors at the newly renovated Great Cobar Museum, including reception duties, administrative support, marketing and general information about local attractions and business to contribute to a vibrant and sustainable tourism industry for our town. Applicants will need to have previous experience in a customer service role, sound knowledge of Cobar and the surrounding region, strong computer literacy skills, a positive friendly attitude, the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and a willingness to work alone on weekends. This position is classified at Band 1, Level 3 ($27.14 - $31.41hr) under Council’s salary system in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award, with both permanent part time and casual opportunities available. The Great Cobar Museum currently operates from 8.30am - 5pm seven days a week. Council’s eRecruitment platform requires all job applications to be submitted online. To apply for these roles, please go to the employment page on Council’s website at www.cobar.nsw.gov.au and follow the instructions.
Applications close 4pm Monday 28 February 2022 Cobar Shire Council welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Wednesday February 23, 2022 The Cobar Weekly Page 17
POSITIONS VACANT
WPE is a large logistics company that specialises in time sensitive freight throughout NSW. Because we care about our customers and the service we provide to them, we want the best drivers the industry has to offer. Our staff are long term and normally work Monday to Friday and you are home every night. Due to business growth we are looking to employ a full time driver based at our Cobar depot.
Qualifications & experience • Heavy vehicle licence - HR • Fork Lift Licence • Knowledge of load restraint and WH&S • Previous use of PDA scanner an advantage Tasks & responsibilities • Loading and unloading of linehaul vehicles • Local deliveries and pick ups for WPE customers • Great Customer Service • Ability to work efficiently Benefits • Full time position Monday - Friday • Above Award wages
Apply to: management@wpe.com.au or 0438 817 236
Property Manager - Full time Nutrien Russell has a vacancy and is looking for an enthusiastic and organised person to join their team. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing a portfolio of properties and contributing to the success of the business, while building a career as a real estate professional.
For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please contact Larell, 6836 2234 An above Award Remuneration Package is available in line with skills and experience for the successful applicant. Please email your CV together with a Cover Letter to: larell.obray@nutrienrussell.com.au Applications Close Friday, 4 March 2022 Page 18 The Cobar Weekly Wednesday February 23, 2022
Sport
POSITIONS VACANT
Saying ‘yes’ was the right decision It seems the Fast5 netball team, Why
Cobar, New South Wales Ref. No. CSA2777 CSA Mine is a high-grade underground copper mine located in Cobar, Central Western NSW. Employing over 400 people, CSA Mine is now looking for a new member to join the team.
We are currently seeking 2 Warehouse Labourers to assist with upgrading our surface warehouse. This role is for a max term of 2 months.
In this role you will be responsible for: • Assembling shelves and storage bins • Bundling, labelling and packing the products after picking • Maintaining stock storage locations • Good housekeeping of inventory • Ensuring security of assets • Additional tasks as required by the Supervisor About you: • Current Australian Driver’s Licence • NSW WorkCover Forklift Ticket (desirable) • Previous experience working in a warehouse (desirable) This residential role is offered on a 5/2, 4/3 roster. An attractive remuneration package is offered with the opportunity to access other attractive employee benefits.
For further information please contact Jackson Barrow, HR Advisor, at jackson.barrow@glencore.com.au Glencore is one of the world's largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise around 150 mining and metallurgical sites and oil production assets, with offices located in over 35 countries. People are at the heart of our business. That’s why we prioritise safety at all of our assets; why we seek to minimise our impacts on the environment and communities; and why we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field.
STOP PRESS
The Inter Mine Golf Challenge Committee is calling for all
Non-Profit Organisations to apply for funding We ask that you please send a quote with your application as we do not give out cash Please email: kev.walsh1@bigpond.com Post: Inter Mine Golf 7 Bilby Close, Cobar 2835
Applications close Monday March 7
Did We Say Yes? has answered their own question early in the competition with the team scoring a comprehensive win in Round 2 last Tuesday night. Why Did We Say Yes? (WDWSY) shot consistently throughout the game which saw them finish as easy 27-12 winners over KML. Troy Hill was the standout player for WDWSY having a big game in Centre. KML’s young gun players, Elleise Woodbridge and Mia McLeod, both had great games in the shooting circle for KML but they had a hard time getting any rebounds with WDWSY’s defender Emily Campbell cleaning up any balls she could get her hands on. In the other match Fast Fobs made their first appearance on the court after having a bye in the first round. They came up against a red hot Watch & Learn team who were too strong and Watch & Learn finished with a big 41-26 win. Zach Finn, didn’t appear to be hindered by a recent shoulder injury, and shot very well to help Watch & Learn notch up their big score. Finn was well supported in the circle by Sally O’Brien, Alex Brown and Rhys Lloyd. A highlight of the match was Lloyd scoring the season’s first three point shot aided by an assist from O’Brien. Fobs’ Sandie Mitchell and Travis Schintler both had good all round games and the team had a great power play quarter scoring 14 points, but Watch & Learn ultimately finished as the victors. Next Tuesday night Rounds 4 and 5 have been combined into a double-header night with Watch & Learn taking on KML in the early game and then they back up to play CynSteel in the late match. Cynsteel meet Fast Fobs in their early game and Fast Fobs come up against Why Did We Say Yes? in the late game.
Three high scoring games in touch Three high scoring games and a drawn match were played out in the Touch Football Competition last Thursday at Ward Oval. In the Seniors games, Bwoins finished as big winners over Blue Berries and Yellow Bellies also had an easy win in their match up against the Termites. Blue Berries relinquished a 4-3 half time lead in their match and the Bwoins took control of the second half to finish with a comprehensive 11-6 win. Kai Taylor led the try scoring for Bwoins with six touchdowns, Tim Eves added three tries and both Damon Bruce and Clay McDonald contributed a try each. Oisin McMullen (5) and Jamal Eves (1) accounted for Blue Berries points. Yellow Bellies finished well out in front with a 11-2 win over Termites with Jaxon Burke the leading try scorer with six tries while Bridgette Negfeldt, Riley Bottom, Jayden Cryer and Nicholas Hodges added a try each to the tally.
Mitchell Allen and Axel Fairfull, with a try each, accounted for the Termites points. In the Juniors games, the Blue Smurfs ran in 10 tries to Orange Ranga’s six. With five of Smurfs tries recorded by Harper Martin (3) and Addison Cull (2), and with female tries worth double points, that helped the Blue team to a comprehensive 15-6 win. Rowdy Barton (2), Tommy George (1), Hugo Josephson (1) and Darcy Sylvester (1) were Smurfs other try scorers to help seal their win. Try scorers for Rangas were: George McDonald (3), Skyla Fairfull (1) and Aiden Hyland (1). The other Juniors match between The Big Pineapples and the Rockets resulted in 4-all draw. Try scorers for the Yellow and Red clash were: The Big Pineapples—Logan Fennamore (1), Dusty McDonald (1), Cohan Nicholson (1) and Jaxon Waugh (1); and Rockets—Lachlan Brookman (1), Rhylee Jeffery (1) and Eligh Ritter (1).
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Some success for Yabbies at annual Four Ways carnival The Cobar Yabbies Senior Men’s Swimming Club competed at the Four Ways Swimming Carnival at Nelson Bay on the weekend. The carnival is an annual event for the Cobar, Nelson Bay, Gosford and Forbes swimming clubs. Apart from two first place finishes, with Matt Harland winning the 50 metres Scratch Race with a time of 32.16sec and John Claus claiming first place in the 30 metres handicapped events (with 0.03 seconds off his time), the Yabbies also had a few second and third place podium appearances. Finishing in second spot were: Paul Swainston in the Ian Settree Memorial 100 metre handicap event with 0.58 secs off his nominated time and Tyler Roberts who swam within 0.26 secs of his time in the 30 metres handicapped event. Third place finishes were recorded by: Scott Toomey in the President’s Race with 2.09 secs off his nominated time and in his 50m handicapped swim (0.97) and Rob Dickerson (0.34) was third in the 50m handicap. The Yabbies ran second place to Forbes in the 10 Man Relay with Cobar 6.04 seconds outside their nominated time with Forbes just 0.96 seconds off their time. At the club’s competition swim last Tuesday The Yabbies team that competed at the annual Four Ways Carnival at Nelson Bay on the night, it was a night of a few new firsts. weekend. ▪ Photo contributed New member, Trevor Martin scored his first, first place since joining the Yabbies this year while Dave Mexted recorded his first Where can you buy The Cobar Weekly each week? spot on swim of the season. You can pick up copies at the Cobar Newsagency, the Martin won the opening event of the night, supermarkets and service stations. the 30 metres handicapped freestyle swim, We also sell them at The Cobar Weekly office, and we never run out! with a time of 0.06 seconds off his nominated time and Mexted swam spot on his nominated time to win the 50m event. 6 Barton St And while not a first, Murray Harland was Ph: 6836 2725 the 100m winner with 0.19 seconds off his nominated time.
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Only two golfers turned up on Wednesday for the men’s golf mid-week round and so no match was played. It was not much better on Saturday but at least with five players there was enough to have a competitive round. Jason Hampel was the best of the bunch with a good score of 36 points, nudging out Scott Mayne with 33 points. Hampel also managed to win the Nearest the Pin prize on the difficult 11th hole. Peter Lawrence won the only other prize on the 7th hole. There were seven players on Sunday and once again Jason Hampel finished as the winner but this time he only scored 32 points. Greg Clark returned to the winning circle with 30 points for second place and Max Phillips came third with 28 points. Phillips also won a Nearest the Pin prize on the easy 3rd hole while Ray Yench picked up one on the 7th. In other golf news for the week, there was a great showing of former club captain, Peter ‘China’ Brien and his mate from Gilgandra, Graeme ‘Mouse’ Holland, at a tournament in Melbourne during the week. Holland finished second and Brien was third at Kingston Heath Golf Club last Tuesday. The following day at the Victorian Golf Club, China came in third again. In one week these two golfers with their consistent play, have put Cobar and Gilgandra on the golfing map.—Out of Bounds
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Great Cobar finishes on top at CPS swimming carnival Cobar Public School held their annual swimming carnival on Friday and, with a late reprieve from the NSW Premier on COVID restrictions, parents were able to attend the event. This year all students from Years 3-6 attended to compete and cheer on the competitors and there was also a range of activities for students who did not compete in the pool to take part in to earn points for their house. The teachers verse students race was a hit. The overall winner was Great Cobar, followed by Occidental, Chesney and then Fort Bourke. The Age Champions from the day were: Juniors—Ashlee Compton and Billy Watt; 11 Years—Ella Oborn and Riley Bruce; Seniors—Piper Allen and Rowdy Barton. A squad of 19 swimmers will now participate in the Nyngbar Carnival which Cobar will host early next month.
Win, draw and loss
The Cougars sides hosted the Orange Vipers in Round 2 of the Women’s Rugby League competition at Coonamble on Saturday. The Under 19s match finished in a draw, the Cougars lost their Under 17s match and the Under 13s posted a win. Cobar’s Hannah Carroll collected Best & Logan Fennamore, Judd Josephson and Billy Watt after finishing their 50 metre Freestyle Fairest three points from the Cougars Under event at the Cobar Public School’s annual swimming carnival at the Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool on Friday. ▪ Photo contributed 19s game last week against the Goannas.
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Teams square off Empire and Nymagee will square off once again in the 40 Over Cricket Competition grand final this Saturday at Ward Oval (weather permitting). Defending champions, Empire, are red hot favourites heading into the grand final. Led by all-rounder Tristan Everett, it’s difficult to find a weakness in the young enthusiastic Empire side. Their batting and bowling are very strong and features multiple representative players. They have a star-studded line-up and they will look to Everett, David Watson, Jay Egan and Jed Noonan to make big impacts. Nymagee will have their work cut out for them if they want to de-throne the champions. The only statistic that Nymagee are far superior to Empire is their average age. Nymagee has the team to challenge Empire and, with a bit a luck, they could cause an upset on the day. Rain is forecast throughout this week which may affect the pitch preparations, so winning the toss may be doubly important.—contributed
Two time winner The Cobar Junior Rugby League team of Henry Knight, Jaxon Burke and Tommy Bryan won the team challenge at Sunday’s triathlon event to collect $250 prize money donated by Chris Deighton from Copper City Tyres. ▪ Photo contributed
Big field for first CATS club challenge A big field of 41 competitors turned out for the CATS (Cobar Athletics & Triathlon Squad’s) monthly triathlon event on Sunday, which is the biggest group they’ve ever had in the club’s history. The numbers were bolstered with the introduction this month of the Copper City Tyre Service Team Challenge which offered $250 prize money for the winning club which finished closest to their nominated time. Nine teams representing five local clubs, Senior Roosters, Junior Rugby League, Junior Soccer, the Camels and the CATS, entered. The Junior League #2 side finished as the winners after completing the short course (300m swim, 10km ride, 2km run) within 21 seconds of their nominated time. Second was the Senior Roosters #1 team
(2min 33sec) and third was Team Incompetent (representing Junior League) with 2.53 off their time. There were also two new teams competing for the first time over the Try-A-Tri course of 200m swim, 5km ride and 2km run. Axel Fairfull was the handicap winner with Clair Cousins second and Clayton Lewis third. A number of personal best performances were recorded by individuals on the Short Course with Axel setting a new time in his swim leg and overall time; Isaac Theakston improved on his swim time; Laura Andrew bettered her ride, run and overall time; and Clair Cousins had ride and run PBs. Competing in a team in the Long Course (500m swim, 20km ride and 4km run), Chris Powell improved his swim time.
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There was a field of 21 competitors at the Golfie on Sunday for another fun social bowls day. David Schofield was a two time winner on the day, skippering the winning team and claiming the ‘George The Giraffe’ award for twice going into the side ditch. (Worse still, his bowl was on a correct bias!) Schofield, Brandon Hodge and Marlene Wynd finished with a +14 victory over Shane ‘Jimmy’ Carter, John Goonrey and Scott Mayne. The runners-up were the team of Helen Boddy and Dean ‘Bogger’ McLeod with a +12 win over Boddy (playing double lead) and Shine McIver. In the other games, Kyle Roberts, Craig ‘Duck’ Grimmond and Margaret Good (who was welcomed back to the greens and didn’t seem to have lost any form in her three year absence) had +8 win over Tom O., Don Roberts and Peter ‘China’ Brien. Barry Bargwanna, John ‘Shark’ Daly and Karen Daly had a +4 win over Alan Knight, Peter ‘Skeet’ Goonrey and Glenn ‘Kiwi’ Ratcliffe. It was voted at the AGM to amalgamate the women’s and men’s competitions in moving with the times and ensuring everyone has opportunities to play competitive bowls.— The Second
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Noonan leads Toothless to a thrilling win
After being the dominant team all season, Toothless went into Friday night’s Twenty20 cricket grand final as the favourites. They started the match on the right foot and had Bushies in trouble early at 4/6, but when it came their turn to bat, their big hitters failed them until a Man of the Match performance by Jed Noonan with 41 not out, resurrected their innings and Toothless went on to claim the win.
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A Man of the Match performance by Jed Noonan led his Ruthless Toothless team to a thrilling two wicket victory over Bushies in the Twenty20 cricket grand final on Friday night. Noonan ended the match with bowling figures of 4/4 off three overs and he hit 41 runs off 34 balls including 4 sixers and remained not out. Bushies won the toss and elected to bat first. Their innings started in disastrous fashion as Noonan knocked over Bushies’ top four batsmen, with Tom McKenna dismissed for 0, Alec Fraser (2), Jade Buckman (0) and Stephen Nicholson (2). With the score at 4/6, Tadgh Waugh and Mark Fraser came together at the crease and were starting to steady the innings before Waugh had to retire on 12 not out after being hit in the head. Fraser was then joined by Adam Hill at the crease. When Fraser was dismissed for 20 runs and Hill went for 17, Bushies had taken their score along to 6/62 but then they lost their last four wickets for just five runs to be all out for 67 runs in the 16th over. Chasing only 68 runs for victory, it should have been an easy assignment for Toothless, but maybe they were a little complacent and took it too easy. Toothless made a decent start losing Tim Hillam (11) with score on 13 but then ran into trouble when they lost their next seven wickets for 27 runs. Ben Griffiths (1), Matt Shephard (2), Tristen Everett (0), David Watson (2), Ryan Urquhart (3), Paddy Harris (1) and Chris Deighton (0) were all dismissed cheaply. Needing a further 28 runs for victory and with two wickets in hand, Jed Noonan (41 not out) and Marty Turton (2 no) held their nerve to get Toothless home to a victory in the 15th over.—contributed
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