Molong Express 13 February 2020

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Lights & Solar projects on the way

Cabonne Council will soon receive final advice on proposals to replace over 790 streetlights across the shire with new LED technology.

Last October, Council received a proposal from Essential Energy to upgrade 794 streetlights that it manages for Council across the Shire. This proposal, covering almost all the streetlights in the Shire, is a result of joint council negotiations coordinated by the Central NSW Joint Organisation of Councils and other similar regional organisations under the Southern Lights NSW project.

The benefits of upgrading the lights to LEDs include energy and maintenance savings of about 60%. The new LED streetlights would be much more reliable and will deliver higher quality white light with better distribution.

Orange, Bathurst, Albury and Dubbo are understood to have accepted similar LED upgrade proposals. Upgrade work is substantially complete in Bathurst, underway in Orange, underway in Albury and shortly to commence in Dubbo.

The capital cost of the project is estimated by Essential Energy to be $423,971 (net of available NSW government funding support) with a suggested simple payback of just over five years from a combination of energy and maintenance savings.

Essential Energy has identified that road usage may have changed over time and that there may be some mismatches in lighting levels that Council may wish to address as part of the upgrade.

Happiness abounds @ BIG School

Meet Arlo and Lottie - both new starters at the Molong Central School - who could hardly wait to return to their learning activity when the Express visited their classroom earlier this week.

Kindergarten 2020 students at the MCS are happy and prepared when it comes to learning, being together in a class of 35 children and playing together in the fabulous playground area.

More school photos inside.

Weather Watch: Will it rain this week!

Solar Farm

In the meantime amp Energy has briefed the Council on progress with a 30 megawatt solar farm it is constructing on 200 acres at Belgravia.

As well as employing local staff where possible construction, expected to commence in March, is expected to see visiting specialist staff in town over the construction period.

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Orange welcomes Qantas flights

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd welcomed yesterday’s Qantas announcement as a major boost for the region and tourism.

“Visitors to Orange are spending $500 million a year and having an extra airline to bring them here is only going to add to that,” Cr Kidd said.* “Orange’s passenger numbers have been growing steadily in recent years as the regional economy has expanded, using the airport as a key connection. It’s fantastic that Qantas see themselves as part of this growing region.

“Last financial year 79,240 passengers flew through the Orange Regional Airport, up from 70,505 the year before, and even before this announcement, this year’s numbers were on track to be even higher again. ** Orange is Qantas’ 13th destination in NSW after Sydney, Albury, Armidale, Ballina (Byron Bay), Coffs Harbour, Dubbo, Lord Howe Island, Moree, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Tamworth and Wagga Wagga.

Orange City Council’s Deputy Mayor and Airport Advisory Committee chair Cr Sam Romano believes the extra airline will make it easier to attract tourists to the region.

“The Qantas decision backs the work Orange City Council has done, to steadily upgrade the airport,” Cr Sam Romano said. “Over the last five years, we’ve re-built the terminal, lengthened the runway and upgraded connecting access roads. “ “We started work last week on the first stage of a car park expansion, that will eventually lead to covered, secure parking on-site.

“The roof of the carpark will be a huge solar panel array.

Improvements to terminal WiFi and other business facilities at the airport are part of this latest upgrade.

“As well as being a hub of local employment for flight schools and aircraft maintenance, the Orange Regional Airport is a key gateway for industry, education, mining and tourism. “ “The airport has been built with space for expansion. There’s space

for extra check-in desks for the new airline and the luggage carousel can handle the extra volume.”

Relics of St Therese to visit Molong

The Relics of Saint Therese of Lisieux and her parents St Zelie and St Louis Martin will visit St Lawrence O’Toole’s Catholic Church, Molong on Friday 28 March at 3 pm.

St Therese is one of the most popular saints of modern times.

She was born in 1873 and entered the Carmelite order at age 15 after experiencing what she called her “complete conversion”. Her simple way of living, spiritual writings and commitment to small acts of charity and love made her an immensely popular figure, and her canonisation in St Peter’s Basilica in 1925, just 28 years after her death, was attended by over 60,000 people.

Blue-green algae detected at Lake Canobolas and Gosling Creek Dam

Following recent water sampling and testing of water at both Lake Canobolas and Gosling Creek Dam, results have identified that both bodies of water contain high levels of blue-green algae.

Blue-green algae are naturally occurring bacteria that are found in our waterways and storages.

The algae themselves thrive off hot weather and still water. It is still unknown how long the blue-green algae will remain at high levels in the waterways as it is dependent on a number of factors including nutrient levels, temperature, water turbidity and the amount of sunlight or cloud cover.

The algae potentially contains toxins that are harmful to humans and animals. Even if you cannot physically see the algae in the water that does not mean it is safe to go in as there are often no changes in the colour of the water.

Orange City Council advises visitors to not eat fish from the affected area and to also keep pets out of direct contact with the contaminated until it is announced that it is safe to do so.

Thumbs up Rain ... glorious rain. Already the countryside is ‘greening up’ and gardens are looking much happier, water has filled (and still filling local farm dams and creeks) ... Let’s Not Forget ... it is still only early February ... the drought is not over ... and bushfires are still a threat. Climate Change??

To the wonderful people who have set up H Hardware in Bank Street.

Dave Kent, wife/partner Joan and son Brendan, came to Molong last Saturday to proudly meet the locals, tradies, and traders and to show the wonderful work of revitalising, seriously refurbishing and reopening Molong’s hardware shop. It was a great day ... enjoyed by all who came along, joined in the fun ... and made it a priority to meet the Kent family who have invested heavily in Molong, employed locals and are helping to build this town and district.

It’s thumbs up for Ernie Savill of Edward Street

who found this lost dog cooling off on his back verandah. “It was that really hot Saturday” said Ernie. “I’d left some water from the washing machine in the tub ready to put out on the garden. I don’t know who owned the dog, or where it came from ... but the cold water helped to calm it down.

Thumbs down To the two young people seen stealing three sets of party lights from the trees in Bank Street.

Both have been identified as local residents who we are hoping will return the lights to the trees - one, in front of the Post Office building, two, in front of Molong Real Estate, and, three in front of Reg’s Bench.

Seriously, what fun could these two local (virtual youth) have gained that would have been (greater or better) than the smiles seen on little children’s faces and local residents when these trees light up of a night.

Last week’s ‘thumbs down’ to the managers of the Molong Creek hit a note with many readers.

“It’s the worst I’ve seen it” ... “I have never seen it so choked with rubbish and growth” ... and, “dead Carp and other fish are surfacing in the area opposite the caravan park after the recent rains. The amount of topsoil washed down the creek has gathered with the dead/dying fish to produce a deadly smell.” Please Cabonne Council ... let’s get to action and start cleaning out the town’s waterway. The Molong Creek, as it flows through town could be one of our best assets.

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LISTI W E N

LISTI NEW

4 BOOMEY ST, MOLONG

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$365,000 • This home will surprise you with the size of all rooms • Tiled entry to a spacious open planned living area • Spacious kitchen with loads of bench and cupboard space • Great size dining area and sun drenched living room • Separate main lounge could double as master suite • 3 double bedrooms, office and separate rumpus room • 3 bay colorbond garage and so much more

12 MOLONG ST, MANILDRA

NG

$199,000 • This immaculate country cottage is filled with nostalgia and takes you back in time • Offering 2 bedrooms and office, separate lounge, dining with fireplace • Cypress pine flooring, new carpets and freshly painted inside out • Situated opposite recreation area on a large 1012m2 block with handy rear lane access • New colorbond garage with workshop area plus carport

15 BOOMEY ST, MOLONG

$450,000

19 CASTLE ST, MOLONG

Lots to Offer • 4 bedrooms, all with built-ins, master with ensuite and walk through robe • Refurbished with updated bathroom and kitchen • Kitchen features timber bench tops, dishwasher, pressed metal splashback • Separate lounge with wood heating & r/c air conditioning • Excellent outdoor entertainment area approx. 8 x 9mtrs • Double lock up garage, off street parking & private

• It’s all established and like new ready for YOU. • Featuring 4 bedrooms, all with builtins and the main with ensuite • The master suite is located in a separate wing to the remaining bedrooms • It allows your family 2 separate living zones and the comfort of ducted reverse cycle air conditioning and wood heating for the ambiance in winter • Great north facing rear yard, with drive through double garage • Handy lane access at rear, , a very private block with a lovely outlook

101 WATSON ST, MOLONG

PRIC NEW

$375,000

• Elevated with views and very private • Featuring 3 bedrooms, separate lounge and large separate dining • Delightful master suite complete with full bathroom • Fabulous kitchen with dual s/s ovens and plenty of storage • Refurbished throughout and nothing to spend • Professional landscaping enhances the slope of the block and establishes a perfect outdoor entertainment setting

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50 HILL ST, MOLONG

14 RAILWAY PDE, CUMNOCK

LISTI NEW

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• This home is priced to sell quickly and offers first home buyers affordable entry to the property market!

• Great size with 4 bedrooms, generous size rooms & high ceilings • The master bedroom has ensuite complete with bath • The kitchen is off the family room has been updated boasting plenty of storage.

• Smart new flooring throughout the high traffic areas, wood heating & r/c air conditioning • Covered barbecue area for entertaining

$150,000

• Well maintained country style home on approx. 1214m2 block • Two large main bedrooms; the main with bay window; and the veranda has been enclosed to offer 2 additional bedrooms.

• Separate spacious north facing lounge has bi-fold doors opening to the large dining • Features such as the high ornate ceilings, picture rails and fire place are typical of this era, built around 1937.

• Single lock up garage, close to school

$299,000 87A GIDLEY ST, MOLONG

66 OBLEY ST, CUMNOCK

$377,000

$435,000

• Looking for a family home that requires no work at all?

• Require separate living areas and office to work at home?

• JACKPOT! Offering separate rumpus, lounge & office with its own entrance • 4 good size bedrooms, all with built-ins main with ensuite & walk-in robe • Freshly painted and carpeted throughout • Double garage, carport, side access and very private.

• The pool is a bonus and will keep you cool this summer

$188,000 8 MACKERAL ST, MUMBIL

• This gorgeous country home is ready for its next owner • Featuring 2 good size bedrooms with built-ins • Large enclosed verandah with polished timber floors and a sunny northerly aspect • Large modern kitchen that would satisfy any chef • Large modern laundry with additional storage • Updated bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles • Freshly painted and carpeted • Inspect and be impressed, value for your $$$$$

$189,000

Fishing & Boat Enthusiasts • Cladded 3 bedroom home on double block • Freshly painted throughout, new floor coverings • Separate lounge with wood heating and lots of natural light • Modern bathroom with additional shower & toilet in laundry • Updated kitchen with walk-in pantry • Large colorbond garage will cater to the motor home, caravan or boat; with additional carport on the side.

MOLONG REAL ESTATE 42 Bank Street, Molong

Phone: 6366 8800

REAL ESTATE SALES: Kerry Hicks – 0427 668 800 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Andrew Hicks - 0488 668 953 and Julie Kent WEB: www@molongre.com.au Email: office@molongre.com.au

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Gamboola Woolshed Saturday 15 Feb. @ 2 pm, 3306 Mitchell Highway Molong $20 pp Molong Historical Society invite Express readers to a rare opportunity to visit this original woolshed built in 1848 - restored by the late Bill & Heather McLaughlin as a gift to the people of Molong and District and to the history of the wool industry in Australia.

It’s good to see junior sports clubs helping their town and their efforts contributing funds for the 2020 season. Last Saturday the Betts and Bohringer families helped with the official opening event for H Hardware Molong by making (see p5) and selling delicious Egg and Bacon Rolls, Sausages in a roll ... and other BBQ foods.

Well done and thank-you to (above l to r) Mary-Ellen Betts, George Betts, Charlie Bohringer, Tania Bohringer, Paige Bohringer and Hannah Betts. Great work.

(Above) Bill McLaughlin and family member, Lachy MacSmith at the opening event of the restored Gamboola Woolshed back in 2015.

Question: Was the Man from Snowy River a Woman?

ANSWER: It’s possible!

Cabonne General Manager will hopefully hear the call of local men, Dave Campbell, Cobber Webb, Sam Thomas (photo above) and Rob. Bennett (and others) who have been calling for the return of the larger green bench to be returned to their Bank Street ‘meeting place’. Complete with plaque dedicated to Reg (Bennett) the green bench was removed, (without any community consultation) some years ago. The men pleaded for their bench to be returned. “It’s our daily meeting place” they said. Back came this silver, much smaller model which offers seating for only two of the men - and is definitely not made for comfort. Surely this simple important meeting place request can be (finally) heard by Cabonne Council. It’s now over to Brad at Cabonne Council - who we understand is working on the release for comment of a town centre issues paper.

Thank you to Express reader, Phil Leggitt, who sent in this almost ‘hard to imagine’ photo of Hampden Bridge at Kangaroo Valley on Sunday 9th February ... Apparently the water rose another 4m - 4 hours after this photo was taken. Lance Brown of Kangaroo Valley commented on facebook “it doesn't look like it equalled the flood height back about 20 years ago where I saw it up to the top of the No.1 tennis court”. Travellers over this historic bridge in Kangaroo Valley will be amazed at this water level. Climate Change? ... Just a few weeks ago bushfires whipped through the area.

Molong Probus Club

Would you like to join in the fun of Molong Probus?

This is a friendly and happy group of local people who run fun gatherings at the Molong Bowling Club every second Tuesday. See Community Calendar page 14.

Keep your mind active - hop out of the house and armchairs ... and meet people of your same age, interest group ... learn from a range of fabulous guest speakers, take part in morning teas, lunches, travel, movies ... they have great programs to be part of.

Phone Mary Iffland for more details who will be proud to meet and greet you ... and help you along to your first meeting.

Don’t be shy ... have some fun - belong.

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The Man from Snowy River is one of Banjo Paterson’s most romantic poems about early life in the Snowy Mountains (first published in ‘The Bulletin’ on 26 April 1890).

Back in those times, women were considered to be ‘of the home’ cooking, washing, embroidering, knitting ... and keeping the home fires burning for their men.

However, it is known that in some parts, women were also excellent ‘horsemen’ as the saying goes.

In the Snowy Mountains, stories abound of women riding stockhorses, competent in their skills and knowledge of the mountains harsh landscape where they were seen rounding up brumbies, breaking them in ... and wearing boots, shirts, trousers and hats like the menfolk.

It is thought that it was the early Australian writer, Barbara Baynton (b.1857) in her first published short stories ‘Bush Studies’ who wrote of the lives of women of the bush recognising their lives.

Stella Maria Sarah Miles Franklin, b.1879 on the isolated family property near Talbingo (NSW) had her writings published (My Brilliant Career 1901 etc) under the name of Miles Franklin in order to have her works published and recognised

amongst the growing number of male published writers.

One of the few feminists of her time, Miles Franklin wrote of her love of the mountains and the vast areas where she rode freely generally away from the homestead (and her mother who tried to teach her the ‘finer’ things in life based on the home - and producing potential suitors for her daughter).

Could Miles Franklin have been ‘The Woman from Snowy River?’ Or could it have been one of the women of the Snowy Mountains?

All will be revealed at Yeoval this Sunday (14 February @ 11 a.m.) @ the annual Banjo Paterson Poet’s Brunch and Lunch @ the famous ... more than a Poet Museum.

Alf & Sharon Cantrell invite Molong Express Readers to The 2020 Banjo Paterson Poet’s brunch and Lunch Sunday 14 February, 11 am at their famous ...more than a poet museum 43 forbes street, yeoval hear a lively talk by alf and cliff crane about banjo and his stories 0427208913

H Hardware Officially Opens in Bank Street

Creative Arts for Children

When it looked like Molong’s iconic hardware store might remain empty ... along came the Kent family who spent time and a considerable $$ investment to purchase, refurbish, re-decorate, re-stock and re-introduce the corner site. This in turn has helped to restore business confidence in town.

Last Saturday Dave and Joan Kent and son, Brendan came to Molong to see the final results of their H Hardware store after months of the local team, led by Manager, Steve McMillan, working tirelessly to achieve the end result. The Kent family are very pleased with their new store and happy to be part of the Molong business community. “It’s a lovely friendly town and we’re proud to be part of it.”

Manager of H Hardware, Molong, the likeable and helpful Steve McMillan with some of his team at last Saturday’s Grand Opening event. (L to R), Steve, casual employee Sam, Sharni and owner, Brendan Kent.

“Our full-time employees - the wonderful Lauren Geddes and Bill Wherritt - together with part-timer Michael Frew and our casuals - provide exceptional friendly service and product knowledge to help tradespeople and local and district customers” said Steve. “We are proud to be local employers”.

Ed. Note: “We’re proud to have you in Molong too”

BENCH MINI REG REG’S

Three senior ladies are sitting around a table playing bridge and bragging about their sons.

“My Freddie,” said Margaret, “Everyone should be so lucky to have a son like my Freddie.

Once a week he brings me a huge bouquet of flowers, he’s constantly bringing me out to restaurants to eat, if I so much as hint that I want something the next morning it’s on my doorstep.”

“That’s very nice about your Freddie”, says Gertrude. “But with all due respect, when I think about the way my Sammy takes care of me, it just can’t compare.

Every morning as soon as I wake up he greets me with bacon and freshly brewed coffee.

Every lunch he comes over and cooks me a gourmet lunch, and every supper he brings me

Molong and district children and families are jumping with joy with the introduction of ‘Wild Things Youth Theatre’ to add to the existing local dance and art workshops. (Above) Cheree Stokes, Emily Ellis and Meg. Oliver (absent from the photo is dance teacher, Lindsay Punch.

Congratulations to local creatives, Emily Ellis, Meg Oliver, Lindsay Punch and Cheree Stokes who have brought together a range of creative arts to benefit and provide enjoyment to the children of Molong and district.

This fantastic initiative, and the introduction of ‘Wild Things Youth Theatre’ provides professional instruction and skills building in a safe, happy and caring environment.

All of which will help in building new opportunities for local children and families.

Emily Ellis writes ...

to his house for supper, he truly treats me like a queen.”

“WELL!” Says Barbara “I don’t want to make any of you feel bad or anything, but wait until you hear about my Harry, twice a week he pays someone $200 an hour just so he can lie on their couch and talk to them, and who do you think he speaks about at those prices? asks Barbara with a big excited double chin smile, “I’ll tell you who he speaks about!

All he speaks about is ... ME!

“Twenty-two children turned out to try Drama classes in Molong last week - adding to the already flourishing arts tuition available in town with Lindsay Punch - who has taught dance for many years - and, Cheree Stokes who delivers six art lessons across the week in Molong and Cumnock.

Myself and Meg Oliver have created a ten-week syllabus for students - based on voice and movement, acting and creating character.

As part of the program the students will have the

opportunity to study a different text or musical each week to perform for the ensemble.

Meg and I are also devising our own work which will be written and created by the children to perform in an open class at the end of term.

‘Wild Things Youth Theatre’ is a registered Creative Kids provider - meaning parents can use the $100 voucher available to all NSW school aged children towards the tuition.

The second class was held at the Molong Central School hall on Tuesday this week with new students made very welcome.

We invite interested children and their families to come along next week to join in the fun.

We are building a caring and creative ensemble of kids who can express themselves, build confidence and have a tonne of fun” said Emily.

Contact Emily Ellis on emandthewildthings@gmail. com for further information.

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The Edgewotth Eagles Football Club (Newcastle) are visiting

• Free BBQ from 5 pm • Jumping castle

• Giveaways of toys, groceries etc All welcome - come along and join in the fun

SAT 28 March Save the Date....

TRIVIA NIGHT Fundraiser

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Molong helping others during bushfires The Molong and district communities are respectfully known to offer help to residents in need - regardless of where they live. During the recent bushfires Molong was there - with Molong 380 Fire and Rescue volunteers heading off to the Canberra region to give a hand. Adding to volunteer front-line support -donations from the Molong RSL, St.Vinnies and from personal, business and other organisations which were well received across Australia.

Then, there are other smaller but big in heart initiatives from local residents like Carol Whiley with Molong 380 Fireman’s Teddies (see story below) ... and next week’s story by Sara Stanley and her family and their wildlife nest box initiative.

Molong 380 Fireman's Teddies Molong's Carol Whiley with three of the 20 Fireman's Teddies she has lovingly made for the Bateman's Bay RFS to hand on to children affected by the recent bushfires.

Well done Carol.

These cute teddies have brought smiles to grateful children, families and communities.

"I noticed on facebook one night a site called inthehoopwithLee that turned out to belong to Lee Grainger of W.A. who was offering a pattern she had created to make Fireman's Teddies" said Carol a keen supporter of Molong 380 Fire and Rescue and a local woman who likes to help others.

"I made contact with Lee who offered to share her pattern with me so that I could make Fireman's Teddies and send them via the RFS to children on the south coast who had experienced the bushfires."

Carol has a home-based business where she creates a range of products mostly on her 'state of the art' computerised machine. "It's a great machine" said Carol who was able to sew the Fireman's Teddies

Firies from “Strike Force Hotel” took time out for a photo in the mountains around the fierce Bredbo fire recently. Molong’s Shane Harvey (far right) and Len Punch (front, 2nd from left) were among them, as was Troy Armstrong. They had some hair raising stories to tell and photos to show of the blazes.

Leading Ladies of Molong & Cabonne Please step forward to The Seed Scheme

pattern - from outline to completion - complete with clothing, facial features etc. with a small area left open to insert the filling to create a cuddly, warm and soft 'friend' for the children.

"I received a very kind gesture from Colleen McLean who saw my facebook site and donated materials to help make the teddies”.

New plumber in town

Welcome to new tradie in town and Express advertiser, Shane Webster who found his way to Molong when working with contractors on the building and refurb of the Molong Multi-Purpose Service building, (Molong Hospital) and the adjoining Ambulance Station.

“I liked Molong and this district so much I decided to return to live and work here.”

A Licensed Plumber and Gasfitter with 15 years experience Shane specialises in maintenance and repairs. “No jobs are too big or too small” said the likeable young man who often took part in sport in Molong - and who understands the diversity of plumbing and gasfitting needs of both town and district residents, business and the wider district and farming communities.

A former Sydney resident, Shane learnt his trade working in high-end rental properties - mainly bathroom renovations. “I learnt a lot about quality workmanship, arriving on time, attention to detail, and cleaning before I left the job.”

See Webflow Plumbing contact details in the advertisement Trades Section (Page 13) of the Molong Express.

An outstanding opportunity for Molong and Cabonne women is now available to participate in.

Regional Development Australia, Central West, is calling on local business women across the Cabonne Shire to submit an application for an exciting business and career development opportunity offered through the highly successful ‘The Seed Scheme’. Check it out on https:// theseedscheme.com.au/successstories.

The opportunities for women to advance to a new ‘beginning’ and new business and leader approaches is well, endless.

The Seed Scheme (TSS) program represents an increase in the focus of people working remotely and running businesses in rural towns and villages.

TSS is unique as it offers one-on-one support with group POD sessions, dedicated chat rooms, blogs and access to existing data to assist rural woman to help to develop ideas and learn new skills in order to take the next step.

Rebel Black, an amazing rural woman from Lightning Ridge, is the founder of The Seed Scheme and has partnered with The Regional Australia Bank to offer 10 Cabonne ladies the opportunity to develop their skills, confidence and business acumen. Rebel’s mantra is “We bring together incredible rural women to help them flourish in business so the ripple of their success (bloom) is felt through their whole community” There are numerous true success Seed Scheme stories from a Tamworth soap maker, Armidale beef seller, Motivational speakers, Walgett Health expo organiser etc.

Rebel believes “THE Seed Scheme is the most exciting female-focused, rurally based, blended delivery enterprise & leadership development program in the world!”

This is the ideal opportunity for women to participate in THE Seed Scheme if they are:1. Wanting to start a business (maybe while still employed) 2. Full of ideas but don’t know where to start 3. Impacted by natural disaster and want to change your circumstances 4. Wanting to make an extra $20-$50,000 per

yr doing what they love 5. Interested in value adding an existing product 6. Seeking off-farm income 7. Live in town and want to do something online 8. Confident with their skills but not know how to monetize them 9. Creative and want to turn their hobby into an income stream 10. Nearing retirement and want to create something for the future 11. Tech fearful but willing to try!

Applications close this Friday 14 February 5pm so get your EOI in now.

Cost: This 12 mth value of leadership, business and technology support is worth $1000 each, and to commit you only pay $6 a week to be part of this incredibly motivated group of ladies.

Only 10 will be selected from the Cabonne region. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge and support from incredible ladies.

Just go to https://theseedscheme.com.au/ eoi2020 to apply or call Rebel or Rachel of The Seed scheme for a chat to learn more.

This program is supported by Cabonne Council and Regional Development Australia (Central West). Please call if help is needed to fill out the EOI application.

We look forward to hearing more about your progress on this exciting and adventurous journey.

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Remembering Patricia Crich

Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Royal Australian Airforce (WAF), nurse, businesswoman - loved by all who knew her Generations of country women in NSW, like the late Patricia Crich, have played important roles - pivotal roles in the development of their families, extended families, and the communities where they have lived and worked ... and the many different towns and villages where they have contributed their skills and knowledge ... and helped to build.

Patricia, the much loved mother of Peter Crich and Dianne Brennan (Molong) passed away recently and peacefully at Yuranigh House at the age of 95 years.

A brilliant career took the young woman from Bathurst to many different places - and just as many interesting opportunities.

Eventually, Patricia settled in

Molong to live closer to her family ... and to be part of family celebrations and to contribute to their daily lives.

Memories of their mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother remain tucked deep inside the hearts of Patricia's loved ones. Peter and his wife Anne-Marie; Dianne and her husband Pat Brennan, grandchildren, Colette, Rebecca, Belinda, Prudence, Adam, Jessice, Emma, John and their partners, and great-grandchildren Thomas, Emily, Charlize, Addison, Brooke, Connor, Jye, Cooper, Bailey, Lylia, Brayden, Maison, Georgia, Zander, Amali, Ryan, Noah, Ella, Robert, Mathew, Benjamin, Cormac, Reeve.

"We have been blessed to have had the most beautiful, caring and loving mum" said son, Peter Crich and daughter, Di Brennan.

Patricia Alice Crich was the first child born to Joseph and Amy Kennedy on the 9th April 1925 in Bathurst Private Hospital with her siblings Aileen, Max, Margaret and Trevor following. In 1930, Patricia was enrolled at St Mary's Cathedral School in 1930 - achieving the Intermediate Certificate in 1939 - an achievement in itself for young women in those years.

Commencing her working career during the onset of World War II, Patricia started as a cleaner with A.J. Bond, a dental mechanic in Bathurst - it was not long before she was promoted to the role of dental assistant to Mr Bond who had observed the hardworking young woman, willing to learn and keen to develop her skills.

In 1943 at 17 years of age, Patricia made a huge decision to join the Royal Australian Air Force (WAF) to do her bit during Australia's wartime involvement.

This meant leaving the safety of her family and the Bathurst country community to train at Bradfield Park in North Sydney. A courageous move - certainly one of loyalty to her home and country. Her career did not stop there. Keen to learn new skills and to be more involved in Australia's wartime effort - Patricia was posted to the Forest Hills Airforce Camp in Wagga Wagga where she enjoyed her role working in stores.

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An intense and challenging role where large volumes of supplies were requisitioned and despatched from.

In 1945, with the war still on, Patricia, who was just short of turning 20 (years of age) made another huge decision to enrol as a nurse in training at the Bathurst District Hospital where she spent four years in 'on the job' training - working in the wards in patient care.

At the time, Australia was still on high alert after the Japanese bombed Darwin and hostile submarines found their way into Sydney Harbor demolishing wharfs and shipping.

1949 Patricia transferred to the Parkes Hospital and then to the Broken Hill Hospital in 1951 to enrol in Obstetrics training. At the time, there were only two training centres for this specialist training - Sydney or the remote town of Broken Hill. For the young country woman from Bathurst there was only one place to head to ... Broken Hill - where she was involved in the delivery of 134 babies and attended numerous courses and lectures - passing her final exams successfully.

Taking a position in the Maternity section of the Wollongong Hospital - Patricia met Keith Crich whom she married at St. Columbia's Catholic Church in Corrimal in 1952. The couple's son, Peter and daughter

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Dianne were both born at the Bulli Hospital.

In 1959 Patricia and Keith bought the Royal Exchange Hotel in Cowra. "This was a big move for mum as she had to transition from her nursing career to a new industry in which she had no knowledge of" said son, Peter. "But she excelled as a business owner and a hotelier over the following two decades".

"In 1966 mum and dad bought the Royal Hotel at Mandurama" said Dianne. "We loved Mandurama where mum worked in the hotel, raised her family and enjoyed watching her family grow to include AnneMarie Crich and Pat Brennan and the arrival of her grandchildren.

Patricia eventually returned to Bathurst to care for her mother until her passing. She was very happy to have her grandaughter's live with her during their University years. Eventually, Molong became Patricia's home where she became involved in the family business, the Molong Motor Lodge where she helped her grandaughter Colette operate and build the family owned business. In later years, Patricia became a resident of Yuranigh House at the Molong Hospital where she was cared for until her passing at 95 years of age. Now resting peacefully

Happy to be Kindy Kids at Molong Central School in 2020

The Molong Central School community is welcoming these 33 children to their first term at BIG school.

Excited, keen to learn, wearing their new school uniforms, the children represent Molong's future. Will they be business leaders, school teachers, farmers or graziers, run high-tech companies, architects, medicos or astronauts ... it will be interesting to observe their individual achievements and growth.

(l to r) Back row L-R: Mrs Donna Thornhill teacher, Arlo, Lottie, Jock, Cooper K, Cooper H, Zali, Violet, Heidi, Chase & Mrs Erin Tamati, teacher Middle row L-R: Tilly, Freedom, Sienna, Layla, Maycie, Sebastian, Christopher, Levi, Torah, Georgia M, Penelope Front row L-R: Georgia S, Lyla, Willow, Payton, Henry, Hunter, Lexi, Lucy, Molly, Marlowe, Oliver, Lisa, Savannah. Absent: CJ Gosper.

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MCS Kindys start school (See Group photo page 10)

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Kindys start school @ MCS

Quiet sports achievers

We were made aware of some young achievers at Molong Central School excelling in their chosen sport. Michelle Barrett, MCS Principal, reports on Jackson Gersbach and Heidi Townsend

Jackson Gersbach

Jackson returned from a Rugby League tour of the United Kingdom late last year where he played at places like Headingley Stadium in Leeds.

Jackson’s team was very successful as they took on representative teams from around England.

They defeated England East Community Lions and won 64-0 in Game 1. In Game 2 they defeated Leeds Under 16’s 34-4 and in Game 3 they played England Community Lions West and won 62-6.

Jackson played in the front row and felt he played the best in the first game at Headingley.

The experience was a trip that has enhanced Jackson’s knowledge of the world and motivated him to continue aiming high in Rugby League.

His goals are to make the final team to play in the Laurie Daley Cup and hopefully make the under 18”s country team again within the next two years. Jackson is our current Vice Captain and has grown into an outstanding young man.

He also acknowledged the support of the Cabonne Roos who gave him some significant financial support towards his trip.

Heidi Townsend

Heidi has recently been named in the Under 18 Indoor Hockey team which played in the National Championships in January at Wollongong. Heidi impressed selectors while playing in the Open Indoor Championship where I had the privilege of coaching her and I knew that she had a great chance at making the 18’s team.

A Petrie back in town The Express searched for a photo of Kevin 'Lofty' Petrie or Mark Petrie to add to Mully's Rhino’s column. (See page 15) We only found this photo below of Manildra school students the year 1947. It may be a young 'Lofty Petrie in the back row - and some other names and faces - just for a bit of fun and memories.

BACK ROW: Arnold Townsend, John Giffin, [unknown] Neville, Allan Milne, George Tait, Tony Petrie, Kevin Petrie, Keith Harris SECOND ROW: Tom Buerkner, Reg Hughes, Janet Tom, Ruth Angus, Beth Buerkner, Judith Paul, Nada Wright, Heather Eadleston, [unknown] Con, Garry Howell.

THIRD ROW: Kath Milne, Pam Baker, Beryl Atkinson, Margaret Thornton, [unknown],Maureen Leitch, [unknown] Jarrick, Janet Packham, June Penson.

FRONT ROW: Kevin Youngman, Ted Eagleston, Kevin Hodges, [unknown], Les Wright, Colin Stanford.

TEACHER: [unknown]

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It was a good quality yarding with a very good selection of young cattle to suit the feeders and processors. Cows were well supplied and there were a few pens of well finished grown steers and heifers. All the regular buyers were operating along with the return of a major supermarket operator.

The market was strong in all sections.

Young cattle to the trade were 30c to 40c dearer with the prime yearling steers making from 340c to 373c/kg. While the prime heifer yearlings sold from 320c to 345c/kg.

Feeder cattle were 22c to 35c dearer with the feeder steers selling from 346c to 411c/ kg.The feeder heifers sold from 310c to 378c/kg. Young cattle to the restockers were also dearer with the young steers making to 370c, while the young heifers sold to 350c/ kg.

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Grown steers and heifers were considerably dearer with the prime grown steers making from 330c to 355c/kg. The better grown heifers sold from 287c to 335c/ kg. Cows were 30c to 40c dearer with the 2 scores making from 220c to 291c, while the better 3 and 4 scores sold from 261c to 330c, with the prime heavy weights averaging 309c/kg. Bulls sold to 330c/kg.

CTLX Sheep & Lamb Report 5 Feb 2020

It was a mixed yarding with some very good lines of shorn heavy weight lambs and heavy trade weights along with a large percentage of lightweight lambs suitable for the restockers. A full field of buyers competed solidly on all grades of lambs.

Light weight lambs to the processors were $8 to $12 dearer with the 12 to 18kg

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2 scores selling from $106 to $158/head.

Trade lambs were $7 to $12 dearer with the new season lambs selling from $160 to $205/head. Trade weight old lambs sold from $168 to $212 to average from 820c to 850c/kg cwt. Heavy weight lambs were $12 dearer with the over 24kg 4 score shorn lambs selling from $215 to $232/head. Restocker lambs were $9 to $12 dearer and more in places with the better lambs selling from $110 to $176/ head. Very young lambs sold down to $40/head. Lambs to the feeders sold from $164 to $176/head. Hoggets sold to $210 for crossbreds while a small pen of woolly Merino hoggets sold for $223/head.

Most grades were represented in a mixed yarding of mutton where the light weight sheep were $4 to $7 dearer and the better heavy weight sheep were up to $15/head dearer. Merino ewes sold from $55 to $170 while crossbred ewes sold from $75 to $241/head. Merino wethers sold from $74 to $194/head. The restockers paid to $228/head for a pen of crossbred ewes.

February 15 Cumnock Markets 9 - 12 March 2 Molong Show Society 7.30 pm Showground 3 World Day of Prayer - Uniting Church 5 Molong Men’s Shed meets 10 Molong Probus Club meeting 14 Cumnock Markets 9 - 12 21 Cumnock Show April 2 Molong Men’s Shed meets 3 Molong Show Society 7.30 pm Showground 4-5 Uniting Church Fellowship Rally 14 Molong Probus Club meeting 18 Cumnock Markets 9 - 12 29 Uniting Church Luncheon May 4 Molong Show Society 7.30 pm Showground 7 Molong Men’s Shed meets 12 Molong Probus Club meeting June 1 Molong Show Society 7.30 pm Showground 4 Molong Men’s Shed meets 9 Molong Probus Club meeting July 2 Molong Men’s Shed meets 14 Molong Probus Club meeting 6 Molong Show Society AGM 7.30 pm Showground August 3 Molong Show Society 7.30 pm Showground 6 Molong Men’s Shed meets 11 Molong Probus Club meeting September 3 Molong Men’s Shed meets 18 Molong Probus Club meeting 4-18 Molong Show Entries Office Open 10.30am-4.30pm 19 Molong Show Pavilion Entries to the Main Pavilion 8.00am 20 156th Molong Annual Show

MOLONG BOWLS BRAG BOWLS Brag continues this Friday. 20 teams in this year - a great roll up WEDNESDAY BOWLS Summertime start is 6 pm. Annabelle is on hand with food after.

"MATES ROUNDUP" A heads up for your diary. We are planning a "Mates Roundup" night for Saturday 28 March.

Everyone welcome to a special night of food, fun & a chance to chat about coping with the tough

WEDNESDAY BOWLS Starts at 6 pm.

Food available times out here in our towns and on our farms.

More soon.

BUSTED OUT SHOW Returns on 18 April. Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness. "Busted Out", a comical, musical, quirky show that will have you laughing out loud.

Watch this space.

RSA & RCG Courses Will be held on 22 & 23 Feb. contact the club to book.

Manildra Rhinos

A 'Petrie' Back in Town A long known name in Manildra is 'Petrie'.

Kevin 'Lofty' Petrie and families all were proud Manildra people and now after a long time, Luke is here to coach the Mighty Rhinos. Son of Mark and grandson of ''Lofty' - Luke brings back to the town his skill and ambition to take over from Simon Osborne.

Petrie, who played a lot of footy for Orange CYMS and offsider to famous CYMS Captain/ Coach, Mick Sullivan, brings a lot of enthusiasm with him and the runners-up last year, Manildra, welcome the young talented player to the helm.

Looking forward to kick-off for the 2020 season.

Also, congratulations to Cody Ramsey for his Rugby League stardom in NRL. Cody, a Molong boy, was arguably one of the best I've seen in a Rhino's jumper. Good luck Cody. The only player to get B&F in both juniors and first grade ... I have seen on the same day!!

Mully.

(See also page 11)

MOLONG GOLF Over 20 players braved the rainy weather last Sunday including Disc Golfers. The golfers had a good time - we all had carts to shelter from the rain.

There was a little discrepancy going on.

Some bloke was forgetting to count his 'gimmes' which upset the opposition team.

We all combined to have a great BBQ after

CRICKET

Quick Crossword Across 1. Eternal (9) 6. Water barrier (3) 7. Precious gem (7) 9. Mistake (5) 10. One of the senses (5) 12. Expert (3) 13. Beer mug (5) 14. Score (5) 16. Very old (7) 18. Self (3) 19. Stage name (9) Down 1. Military chaplain (5) 2. Compunction (7) 3. Survival (9) 4. Fifth sign of the zodiac (3) 5. Emblem (5) 8. Tried (9) 11. Physician (7) 13. Frighten (5) 15. Tempest (5) 17. Drinking vessel (3)

Solutions page 13

Cryptic Crossword

Across 1. Occasion when some shall owe entirely (9) 4. Encountered in cemetery (3) 6. Spirit of tough ostrich (5) 8. Demonic battle device (7) 9. Halo found in chateau raid (4) 10. Wizard uses mixture to gain mica (8) 13. Pinches head to tail and causes a whirl (4) 14. Reversal of temper results in day of reckoning (4) 18. Halved scattered dice bets (8) 20. Creatures of the night pierce back to front (4) 22. Heart and family is fruitful (7) 24. Stands unsteadily as eel on three legs (5) 25. Cacophony of sound in reading library (3) Luke Petrie has been chosen to coach the 26. Cast a frenzied spell then dance (9) 2020 Manildra Rhinos team.

Down Photo by Phil Blatch 1. Sounds like bony old witch will keep watch (7) and a couple of light refreshments.

2. Discovered turncoat had curse (4) When I left the club the Disc Golfers were 3. A very long period of time, in general playing Yatzee.

(3) Anyone who would like a game of Disc Golf 4. I roam here and there to find a New and/or Golf come out to the Club on Sunday and Zealand language (5) enjoy a hit at 8.30 a.m. for 9.00 a.m.

5. Sent to Kenya to locate relic (5) 7. Some roadhog residents are fiends (5) Jack.

8. Feeble after listening for seven days (4)

11. Sounds like object of worship isn't working (4) 12. Some quartz including an element of metal (4) 15. Don't believe all of these stories (5) 16. Consumed little and pen dripped blood (7) 17. Found to evoke energy, like a knife's edge (4) 18. Some two-legged creature with incubi pedigree (5) 19. He says it's a name of a game for children (5) 21. Describe table where second letter is located (4) 23. Find sinners

Country Claim Minor Premiership

The top of the table clash on Saturday saw joint leaders Country and Millthorpe battle for the minor premiership in unusual wet cold conditions. It was Country coming away with the honours with an easy win against a disappointing Millthorpe. The win leaves Country as sole leaders of the Oilsplus Cricket Competition with only one round to go. Only a boilover against last placed All Stars this Saturday will prevent Country from being crowned minor premiers for 19/20. Winning the toss at home and batting first Millthorpe struggled from the get go with normally reliable batsmen Will Oldham (3), James Milner (4) and Simon Badgery (2) not breaking into a sweat before heading back to the pavilion. Only the ever reliable Tim Low (32) made any real impact, however cameo innings from Pete Heller (21) and Struan Pearce (19) allowed Millthorpe to just record triple figures before they were all out in 32nd over for 107. Trent Frazer 3/30 and Joe Clayton 2/7 the best bowlers form Country.

In reply the visitors cruised past Millthorpe losing just 3 wickets. John Mulhall capped off a fine game top scoring with 48no. He was supported

by Andrew Heath (36). Veteran Nigel Brazier’s lean season continued when he was dismissed for a duck. Expect Nigel to bounce back as the big games approach otherwise we could see Joe Clayton promoted from general pest to captain.

Canowindra recorded the highest total in the history of Molong Cricket when the recorded a massive 8/326 against Lyndhurst at Canowindra!

Jamie Austin (76) and Brendan Traves (78) were the top scorers in a host of batsmen that got runs against the hapless Lyndhurst attack.

Clint Oborn was the only Lyndhurst bowler to threaten Canowindra taking 3 for 22. In reply a deflated Lyndhurst could only manage 139.

All out in the 29th over. Brothers Traves Nick (2/26) and Brendan (3/23) ripped through the Lyndhurst batsmen and showed why they are such an important part of Canowindra's chances come finals time.

The match between Magpies and All Stars was called off due to the weather at Molong. Cudal had the bye.

OILSPLUS TABLE: Country 69 Millthorpe 65 Canowindra 60 Magpies 59 Cudal 57 Lyndhurst 41 All Stars 36 This Saturday is the last round before the finals. Cudal and Magpies clash in a match that will determine 3rd on the ladder. A top 5 semis this season Country all but have the minor premiership, All Stars the Wooden Spoon.

Lydnhurst who have had a good maiden season in the Oilsplus Competition will play their last game as they will finish 6th and miss the top 5.

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Molong 66 Edward Street

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Sale $480,000 View

By Appointment Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

‘Valley View’ - The Name Says it All Orange 137 Broken Shaft Close

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Sale $660,000

15ha (38ac)* 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car 17m long, fully gauzed & glazed front verandah View Split system A/C + slow combustion heater Open Sat 15th Feb 12.15 - 12.45pm Fully lockabe, concrete floored workshop 3kva solar system + garden irrigation system fed Kurt Adams by bore water

Ray White Emms Mooney

0428 747 050

34 Bank Street Molong | 02 6366 9606 | raywhiteemc.com

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MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 13 Febraury 2020