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Drought relief efforts "cover" little lambs

Chas and Ebony took along their gorgeous little horrors of joy to last Saturday’s Molong Halloween party in the Freemason’s courtyard where witches in pointed hats, magical wizards and pretty fairies gathered to celebrate the one night of the year where dressing ‘spooky’ is part of local family fun. Chas, Marlee, Ebony, Jocelyn, Reagan and Heidi enjoyed the night organised by Kim, Dave and the Freemason’s team where family fun included a jumping castle, games, competitions, music, great food ... and wriggly jelly worms to eat. P.7 and more photos @ Express ONLINE

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Euchareena Rd truck capsize prompts wider concerns

The driver escaped uninjured when his waste transfer truck overturned on Euchareena Rd last Friday. by Paul Mullins

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The Express has joined with the Molong Yarn Market, Molong Rotary and the CWA to look at ways to help local farming families through the drought. With the lack of water for home/family use being a critical problem - the Express has approached Cabonne Council to ask if the showers at the Rec. kiosk may be accessed by local farming families. This is the sort of helpful initiative which could be duplicated throughout the villages and towns of Cabonne. The CWA has a project in place to help orphaned lambs survive. 'Woolly Jumpers for Lambs' is a colourful project which knitters (women, men and families) can contribute to. Most local knitters have odd bits of wool that could be used to make a jumper or two for lambs challenged by the cold, loss of mum, and the drought. Barb Strong of the Molong Yarn Market has

some balls of wool at the Craft Cottage she is happy to pass on to willing knitters. See pattern for 'Woolly Jumpers for Lambs' P.15. The pattern is also available from the Express office or Molong Yarn Market. Finished jumpers and/ or wool yarns can be left at the Express office for collection by farmers and/or for distribution to other areas. With Molong being a close and caring 'extended family' we have the opportunity to personally hold out a warn hand to farming friends/neighbours. A visit (perhaps take a homemade cake, casserole or a small handmade gift - sit with a cuppa, or a beer and ask R.U.OK. Keep in touch via phone, email or visits. Could there be a more caring gift than that of 'time'? Whilst there is so much going on at the moment with drought relief projects and programs - the strength of our small communities is to do what we have always done in these times. Stay close, talk, offer a warm hand and show that we care about each other.

Last Friday one of the Euchareena Rd Waste Processing trucks from Orange turned over going around the bend at the top of the hill opposite the Golf Course. Nothing really spectacular, the driver was fortunately unhurt. The waste trucks are tall and top heavy. The incident however prompted farmers and residents along the route to again express concerns about safety and adequacy of the route to what has always been considered an inappropriate site for a waste dump. Hopefully a review of the incident will look at the condition of the road including its width and lead to corner improvements. Meanwhile Orange City Council have applied to make changes to the strict conditions imposed in 2012 by Planning NSW on the use of the site. While in the main they reflect current conditions - submissions to Planning NSW have been made reminding both Planning NSW and Orange City Council that there is no justification for changing any condition that was imposed to

Cabonne is one of 60 regional councils eligible to receive $1 million under the Commonwealth Government’s Drought Communities Program. Prime Minister Scott Morrison, in Bathurst for the Bathurst 1000 race last Saturday travelled to Blayney to announce applications for the Program are open. The $75 million project is designed to support businesses which are feeling the impact of farmers having to spend so much of their finances on feed. “Pop into Blayney and other parts of the Central West and get to enjoy what this wonderful part of Australia has to offer,” Mr Morrison said. “The government can’t make it rain, but what we can do is invest and bring forward investment in projects and services and other things that keep the money churning around in the towns. “It keeps the hairdresser open, the mechanic open,

related activities. This gives councils the flexibility to choose projects that will have the biggest impact in their community. Projects are expected to lead to the employment of locals, contribute to the economic activity of communities and to the retention of businesses, services and facilities and use local resources, businesses and suppliers. Eligible activities can include repairs, maintenance, upgrading or building new community facilities and fitout of community spaces; employing local contractors to undertake repairs and maintenance; holding events and undertaking other drought relief activities. Cabonne Council has now received grant application guidelines and, in consultation with the community, including associations, sporting clubs and community groups will co-ordinate grant applications.

Molong will be hosting two major events this weekend - the first at the Molong Showground where 30 tractors of all shapes, sizes and models will meet over 3 days - trekking through town and surrounding villages and farmlands to raise money for Little Wings. Where will you see them? See Program P.6 The second event will see 60 cyclists pedalling into the Rec. stopping over in town as part of the annual Zoo2Zoo (Sydney to Dubbo) tour to raise money for the Black Dog Institute. Where will you see them? See P.6 Please take a look - join in the fun, donate to Little Wings who help rural children in need of travel assistance to medical care - and the Black Dog Institute for research and services for men suffering depression and tough times in their lives. Note: These two events and the influx of visitors this weekend to Molong and surrounding towns are of high importance in helping local businesses, community groups ... and in turn children, families, men, farmers, graziers across Cabonne and rural NSW. Please take part in welcoming both groups to your town.

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places like this farm supply shop, and it will help us get from where we are now, to where we want to be when it’s raining again.” The minimum grant amount per application is $25,000 and applications can include multiple unrelated activities up to the total funding amount of $1 million. The Government has stated that the program will provide an initial 60 Councils with up to $1 million each to support regional communities through the drought. This funding is intended to provide immediate shortterm support to communities facing hardship arising from drought. It will fund projects that provide local employment, keep money flowing through local shops and suppliers and support drought-relief activities. The guidelines have been broadened to allow for a range of additional drought-relief activities to be funded, including drought relief events and other drought relief

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manage risks to the Apiary industry. The Council was reminded that it should not be assumed that there are no bees within 5 kms of the site. While the address of an apiarist’s registered business may be located outside the 5km zone, this has no correlation to where hives are located. A substantial number of hives continue to be consistently located in close proximity to the Euchareena site because of the natural attributes of the locality. Fires on the site have also caused concern. At a fire in January this year it was necessary to source water off site - the Boomey Fire Brigade truck sourced water from the Molong Creek which was used to help extinguish the fire. Whether this was necessary, or not, is unclear and submissions have called for Orange City Council to meet with members of the local fire brigades (Boomey and Molong and possibly Canobolas Zone) to ensure these matters are more appropriately coordinated and can be responded to far more efficiently than the January incident.

Betty Watcham will be outside SPAR Molong on Friday (tomorrow 9 am to 4 pm) with an empty shopping trolly where locals and business owners are invited to place non-perishable food donations to help former Molong resident and Tottenham farmer, Katie O'Brien (nee Mulcahey) farmer husband, Justin O'Brien and their young sons (story in last week's Express). "My daughter will be delivering the donated food to the O'Brien's this weekend. Anything at all will help - flour, pasta, rice, cleaning products, toilet paper, tissues and personal hygiene products, dog food etc. etc. food for the boys etc. Betty would love to see volunteers come forward to give some of their time at the collection point. If you can give a hand please phone Betty on 63668287.

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Aboriginal Artwork completes Molong MPS

(L) Sandon with his story of Yuranigh. (Above) John Miller and John Farr (Molong MPS Health Councillors) with Deborah Kenna (Manager, Molong MPS Health Services) at the official opening.

Earlier this week a large crowd attended the official opening of the now completed Molong Multi-Purpose Service (Hospital). From a series of historic buildings - that have grown over time to the amazing rebirth we see today - the hospital on the hill has become what Dr. Williams described at the opening event as “providing 21st century medical and care services in

our own community”. Overlooking the township and vast paddocks beyond - artist, Sandon Gibbs-O’Neill has created themes and images within the buildings that link the historical and new made out of bricks and mortar - with that of the spirit and soil of the traditional land owners, the Wiradjuri people.

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BOUQUETS to the Cabonne Council gardening team. Myors Park is a picture with all the springtime flowers and plantings flourishing and a credit to the team and the town. BOUQUETS to Cabonne Council and the people of Cabonne Country for their support of the Australian National Field Days at Borenore. Despite the drought the mood was upbeat and the atmosphere positive. BOOTS to whoever is responsible for the overgrown grass along the

walking track around the pool. It is a haven for snakes and two were encountered there recently. If you DO see a snake, quietly back away. If it is in your yard or a building, call the snake expert from Orange, DON’T try to deal with it yourself. The vast majority of snakebites occur when people attempt to remove the snake or try to frighten them away. BOOTS to the bureaucrat – probably Sydney based – who decreed that the maximum size of a water tank in a residential area should be 10,000 litres. In a country with an erratic climate such as ours one could argue that home water storage should be subsidised – along with household solar panels and batteries.

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The Western Advocate reports A BATHURST access advocate has slammed the planned arrival in the city of ride-sharing service Uber, raising concerns over the impact on local taxi operators. Uber announced on Monday that it would be launching its app in six regional cities – including Bathurst, Orange, Tamworth, Wagga Wagga, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour – from December. Uber says the move will increase transport options in regional centres but Bathurst Regional Access Committee (BRAC) interim chairman Bob Triming fears it could make life even harder for people with a disability. Mr Triming said Bathurst Taxis provided an outstanding service for people with mobility problems – including two dedicated wheelchair cabs – and he could not see Uber matching it. “The arrival of Uber is going to certainly reduce the earning capacity of the local drivers and in a place like Bathurst there’s only a limited number of cabs that can be supported economically,” he said. NSW Taxi Council deputy CEO Nick Abrahim said the industry welcomed competition but wanted to see a “fair and equitable” playing field. He said there were 22 taxis currently operating in Bathurst and local drivers had provided a quality service for their customers.

Wellington Wellington Times reports

CONSTRUCTION of the Crudine Ridge Wind Farm has recommenced following an investigation by the NSW Government into alleged excessive vegetation clearing. Under its approvals process, wind farm operator CWP Renewables was permitted to clear some vegetation along Aarons Pass Road to allow 67.2 metre long blades for 37 wind turbines to be transported to the site. However, some residents soon lodged concerns that tree clearing limits had been breached and CWP voluntarily stopped work to allow the NSW Department of Planning and Environment [NSWDPE] to investigate. “The Department recently concluded its investigation into concerns raised by the community about the extent of tree clearing by CWP Renewables and found no breaches,” a NSWDPE spokesman said. “CWP Renewables voluntarily stopped work on August 21, 2018 while the investigation took place. “The conditions allow them to clear a total of 1.54 hectares of native vegetation along Aarons Pass Road to facilitate road upgrade works required for the development of the wind farm.” CWP Renewables voluntarily stopped work on August 21, 2018 while the investigation took

place. The majority of vegetation cleared was classified as: red stringybark, scribbly gum, red box, long-leaved box shrub and tussock grass open forest. CWP Renewables project director Brendan McAvoy said less than 4000 square metres, the size of half a rugby field, of permitted vegetation clearance had occurred.

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The Blayney Chronicle reports Train travel time between Orange and Sydney would be cut by more than an hour if the route was realigned, according to deputy premier John Barilaro. Mr Barilaro said straightening the track would lead to a 25 per cent cut in travel times between Dubbo and Sydney via Orange. He said improving rail services outside Sydney was a key area for spending some of the $4.2 billion the state government has available after it sold its share of the Snowy Hydro scheme to the federal government. “We want to see fast rail and safer rail and that could be an upgrade of regional rail lines and new corridors,” he said in an ABC radio interview last week. “You can knock 25 per cent off that trip [Dubbo-Sydney via Orange] by a number of realignments, investing in the rail network. The Central West is important.”

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Enter The Property Market • Both homes sit on large blocks, possibility of further development • No 6 has seen a renovation and is well presented with wrap around veranda • No 8 has had new carpet and paintwork and updated bathroom • Both have ideal tenants, who would like to stay • Affordable opportunity to enter the property market • Quiet location opposite sporting fields

15 MARKET ST, MOLONG

$298,000 • Solid as a rock, built early 1940’s • Enhancing features such as; pressed metal ceilings, wide skirtings, large rooms; 4 bedrooms in all. • Modern new bathroom with two separate toilets • Combined lounge/dining with French doors to north facing patio, which has been enclosed, perfect sitting room • Good size eat in kitchen with gas stove, pantry, d/w, utility • Great yard with side access

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D.I.Y Project • An ideal opportunity to renovate for profit, at an entry level price. • Weatherboard/fibro with 2 bedrooms, original sash windows, cypress floors, freshly painted on the outside and a new colorbond roof. • Enclosed verandah with a north aspect • It sits on a large 1750m2 block with a wide frontage and street appeal. • Ready set go to reap the benefits of your hard work

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$545,000 “WOOLBANK” 498 ACRES

• 53 acres with family home, easy drive to Orange or Parkes • 4 bedrooms with ensuite to main • Large lounge with bay windows, modern kitchen • 6m x 7m Double garage with skillion • Approx. 28,000 gal of rain water storage • A good grazing block subdivided into 2 main paddocks • One terrific spring fed dam and a second seasonal dam • A good mix of shade and shelter timber

• 498 acres of mostly grazing country with several productive arable paddocks to hilly & steeper ranges • 12 main paddocks with several smaller holding paddocks • There is a good mix of timber with Red box, White box & some Iron bark • 2 stand wool shed with overhead gear , grinder & wool table included • Extensive steel sheep yards with double race & loading ramp • Sheep yards can handle up to 550 sheep with ease

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Council Mergers

Tumbarumba & Gundagai fight on over forced mergers

Manildra Solar Farm powers 14,000 houses.

First Solar, managers of the new solar farm just outside Manildra held an open day last weekend, attended by hundreds of locals and visitors. (Above) Part of the farm looking towards Manildra. During the day the farm produces enough power for 14,000 households.

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Tumbarumba and Gundagai residents protesting at the NSW Local Government Conference last week. Labor spokesman, Peter Primrose (Centre) promised a Labor Government would allow plebicites on demerger proposals. While Cabonne dodged a bullet last year, Tumbarumba and Gundagai folk are still fighting strongly for the State Government to reverse their forced amalgamations with Tumut and Cootamundra shires respectiveley. It was a sea of orange shirts and placards outside the NSW Local Government Annual Conference in Albury last Monday week as over 100 protesters called on the Conference to condemn forced council mergers. They were rewarded when the conference of NSW Councils voted to support the winding back of forced council mergers implemented in 2017. Opposition spokesman for Local Government, Peter Primrose, promised that a NSW Labor Government would hold plebicites in affected council areas, allowing them the opportunity to vote to demerge. Save Tumbarumba Shire Inc (STS) said in a statement that “Forced council amalgamations inflicted on ratepayers across rural and regional NSW by the Liberal & National government have failed. Nowhere is this more visible than in the former Tumbarumba Shire, the recipient of the coveted A.R. Blewitt Memorial Award in 2013. “Despite calls by the Minister's delegate not

to merge the council with Tumut unless the interests of Tumbarumba were taken into account, the ratepayers of Tumbarumba have been comprehensively dumped and ignored by Berejiklian's new council. Projects that were on the books of Tumbarumba Shire prior to the merger two years ago are still not finished and with no funding and no defined completion date. The council has a continuing record of ignoring community feedback from areas outside Tumut, and there is a complete breakdown of trust between the communities.” the statement said. “The Snowy Valleys Council decision to proceed with a massive unfunded sports facility of no benefit to the southern half of the Shire is indicative of their disdain for the former Tumbarumba Shire residents. The project, by the councils own reckoning, is projected to inflict $500,000 per year of debt onto the Shire. This is in addition to an extra $120,000 a year loss on shire swimming pools.” “Development costs for new building lots are now well over $10,000 despite previously having been zero across Tumbarumba Shire.”

In line with other Cabonne towns, the Nashdale community have established a progress association to be called Nashdale Action Group. Meetings will align with the existing framework of the Nashdale Hall Committee - with hall business starting the meeting followed by the Nashdale Action

Group discussing more general issues relating to the wider community. The existing Nashdale Hall Committee meetings are held quarterly and attract attendance from user groups and key community groups including school P&C, CWA and Nashdale sports and social club.

Nominations for Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year and Community Group of the Year close on 9 November. Council has received notification from the Australia Day Council that a NEW award category has been introduced for 2019 - The Environmental Citizen of the Year Award. The award will recognise individuals and organisations championing litter reduction and/ or environmental initiatives in their local community.

Local recipients of this Environmental Citizen of the Year Award will go in the running to become the state winner and receive a grant valued at $5,000 from Return and Earn to go towards their community initiative. Nomination forms are available to download from Council’s website and Facebook page and hard copies are available at its Molong, Cudal and Canowindra offices. Nominations close 5 pm on Friday 9 November 2018.

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FRIDAY 9 NOVEMBER Molong Hospital Fundraiser

BON JOVI’S GREATEST HITS

Kim Kelly Author - ‘Lady Bird and the Fox’

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Members of the band RIFF RAFF perform acoustic renditions of some of the all time favourite Bon Jovi hits in one evening as a tribute to one of the world's most popular Rock Bands. Come and join us for a great night at Jayes and help support the Molong Hospital.

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Ric Colless MP, Mayor of Cabonne, Kevin Beatty, General Manager Cabonne Council Steve Harding, Mayor of Orange Reg Kidd, Mayor of Parkes Ken Keith, Chair of ANFD Dan Toohey at the official opening last week of the 2018 Field Days.

MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 1 November 2018

Thank you to Cabonne Council outdoors team who have reduced the height of the above road sign on the pedestrian safety refuge between Allen McMahon park and Bank Street shops. Now at a shorter level kids, gopher users and pedestrians can now safely see oncoming highway traffic before stepping out. On another note ... thank heavens for the Highway Patrol and local police who patrol the highway traffic along Watson Street. When they are there - it’s noticeable what a ‘50’ speed limit looks like!!

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26 William Street, Molong NSW

An inspired display of modern design, this near-new home delivers a state-of-the-art living space at its ultra-contemporary best. Superb residence has been crafted for a premium living experience and features a clever user-friendly floor plan adorned with high-end finishes, flowing entertainment spaces and relaxing views over the surrounding area. Set on an established 2023 metre square block, this pristine home is peacefully positioned within close proximity to schools,hospital and main street. - A creative double living design takes full advantage of having two residences or utilizing air b and b. - Light filled open double living areas integrates seamlessly with the outdoors - Expansive alfresco deck capturing beautiful outlooks over the district with stunning water feature - A master wing with walk-in robe and luxury en-suite - Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and study $POA

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21 Obley Street, Cumnock NSW

1 4 4 This home has had a huge reno, and is on the market perfect for a big family. Set on a huge double block, from the moment you walk in the door you will be impressed with what has been done. 3 bedrooms completed with walk in robe and ensuite in main. Price: $240,000 Inspect: By Appointment only

Lot 2 - 184 Euchareena Road, Molong NSW

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19 Lee Street, Molong NSW

A beautifully built two bedroom home offering outstanding features. Formal front lounge/dining opening onto a balcony which has splendid elevated views over the beautiful town and countryside surrounding Molong. $350,000 Inspect: By Appointment only

51 Riddell Street, Molong NSW

This beautiful home would suit any buyer. Fully renovated with a combination of polished floors , new carpet and a stunning checker through kitchen and dining. 3 bedrooms , main with built ins. Inspect: By Appointment only

55 Phillip street Molong NSW 3 bedroom bathroom , formal dining and lounge area , separate kitchen Large double block with back access Currently rented with excellent tenant in place $ 270

Price: $340,000 Inspect: By Appointment only

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Molong St. John Cadets

Molong Probus Club News Last month we had an outing to the Wellington Caves stopping first at the sculpture at the entrance which is very interesting and gives some details of the commencement of Wellington and its history. We then went on to the recreation area at the caves and enjoyed a BBQ lunch very able cooked by John Wright, Roger Dunn and Bob Philpott, thank you fellows. Margaret Philipson arranged for a couple from Wellington to come and give us a more detailed history of Wellington, which again was most informative. Members then had the opportunity to visit the Japanese

Gardens, the Bottle house and the Wood Shop, all in all it was a great day. This month our guest speaker will be Michael Le Couteur, and guests or visitors are most welcome to come along and join us. The meeting will commence at 10.00am on Tuesday 13th November at the Molong Bowling Club. A reminder we will be having our Christmas lunch at the Bowling Club on our December meeting date the 11th December, if we could have numbers at the November meeting to assist with catering please. Mary Iffland

(Above) Probus Club at the Wellington Caves. What a great outing! New members and visitors always welcome.

Helping out @ Dubbo Royal Visit

(Right) It was a busy day for the Molong St. John Cadets when they travelled to Dubbo to provide first aid services to the huge crowd of thousands who travelled many a country mile to catch a glimpse of the popular Royals, Harry and Meghan Duke and Duchess of Sussex. They had hoped to meet the Royals - or take a photo - or to sight them. However, with the warm weather, followed by torrential rain, and grass insects emerging on the lawns - the cadets were kept busy rehydrating school children, families and members of the public. And, providing treatment for the bites. Next Week: 2018 Awards and Jake Clark receives special award for saving a life.

Molong can be very proud of the members of Molong St. John Cadets - both the cadets who wear their striking black and white uniforms with pride - and their long-time team leaders, Julie and Les Dean, Betty Newstead and Kerry and John Burchett. Whilst some communities question why the youth of today appear to be not as interested in joining clubs, volunteer groups, community building groups etc - and questioning why so much time is spent on computers, smart phones, ipads etc - the leaders of Molong St. John Cadets can tell a different story. With cadet numbers continuing to rise in Molong (one of two groups left in this region) these young ones are busy - striving for excellence in first aid training programs, leadership training, and the more advanced St. John Ambulance training. They also spend countless

weekends setting up their services at local shows, entertainment events etc - as part of their training and volunteering commitments. They are good kids - supported by dedicated leaders. Leaders who have remained committed to decades of Molong and District youth even though their own kids passed through the cadets many years ago. Now, that’s community volunteering - and building - at its very best. As grandparents and retirees from the workplace - this group of Julie, Les, Betty, Kerry and John understand that it takes ‘a community to raise a child’. And, one notices a sparkle in their eyes, a happy smile - when they talk of the achievements of each child they have positively supported over a number of decades - many who have continued their training into careers as paramedics, nurses, ambulance officers and other allied health jobs.

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The University of Newcastle’s Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) and La Trobe University are calling for participants from Molong to take part in an innovative, national project funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, which aims to increase support for carers of people living with memory loss and dementia. All community members including carers, volunteers and staff, are invited to participate in this major online initiative – the first of its kind in Australia. The Virtual Dementia Friendly Rural Communities (Verily Connect) project - which includes video conferencing, a specially designed website and smartphone app, and help provided by local volunteers in using technology - aims to connect and increase support for carers of people living with memory loss and dementia across 12 rural locations in Victoria, South Australia, and New South Wales. Verily Connect is available now for Molong residents. Director of the CRRMH, Professor David Perkins said there is a very real need for carers to be supported and connected, especially when living in often very

isolated communities. “Dementia Australia estimates there are 291,163 Australians involved in providing unpaid, informal care for people living with dementia,” Professor Perkins said. “Caring is a vital role that can be both joyful and demanding. We know that when carers are well supported, they are more able to manage any stresses arising from their caring role.” Three key innovations are being trialled: • Online peer-support groups for carers who meet by videoconference • Access to support and information for carers via a purposebuilt website and smartphone app • Face-to-face help for carers in using online technology, provided by local volunteers who have received Verily Connect training. Verily Connect is currently being implemented in Molong, in partnership with Molong HealthOne General Practice. Local volunteers have been trained and are ready to help carers be connected online. Find out more at https:// verilyconnect.org.au and get involved by contacting verilyconnect@latrobe.edu.au or (02) 6363 8438

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@ The Australian National Field Days: Community/rural policing at its best at last week's field days was appreciated by farmers, land-holders, graziers, community residents and these young children above who were happy to 'meet the policemen'. (l to r) Sgt Phil Cleathero, Detective Senior Constable Sean Beckett (Rural Crime Investigator), Tarshay, Gus, Lucy and Lakiera (front), Detective Senior Constable Andrew McGrath (Rural Crime Investigator), Arlow and Senior Constable Dave Klein.

@ Australian National Field Days: (Above centre) Max Davidson, President of the Borenore Nashdale Community Men's Shed was proud to show Cabonne Council's ' Mayor Kevin Beatty and General Manager Steve Harding the fantastic timber giftware the members make at their shed. Popular products the men displayed in the Made in Cabonne stand included Australian timber hardwood boxes, bowls, animals, homewares etc - with the carefully constructed small timber rotundas very popular with wedding planners as unique table features. Check out your local Men's Shed in Cabonne Country - they are making fabulous christmas presents.

Congratulations to Carol Kerr of Cumnock who was the second Express reader to sign up for the Online Molong Express at last week's promotion in the Made in Cabonne stand @ the Australian National Field Days.

"Bright red sweet juicy apples for special children" called this (very) long-nosed visiting witch who flew into Molong with her favourite Cobra. "What's wrong with these little horrors" she croaked after the children chanted "Noooo way!" "You're out of here" said the red-haired devil's girlfriend from behind the Freemason's bar. Last seen the witch was flying into the clouds on her broom. "You little horrors will be soooooory you didn't take one of my sweeeeet apples" she was heard to shout. "Nooo we won't" yelled the children. "We've got lollies! Lots of them!"

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Your Country, Your Voice MOLONG MULTIPURPOSE SERVICE COMPLETE The brand new $15 million Molong Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) has been officially opened! The new MPS was secured back in 2014 when I was the State Member for Orange and I know the community is as delighted as I am to see the project finished. It wasn’t long ago that residents at Molong were worried about the future of the hospital and now it is a world-class facility. Country communities deserve state-of-the-art health care facilities. We know that when health services are withdrawn from country towns it can have a severe impact on future growth and prosperity. Medical services are vital for the long-term viability of our regional villages, towns and cities.

GUANNA HILL’S A GOER I’m really delighted that the $43 million re-alignment of the Mitchell Highway at Guanna Hill is now complete! Back when I was the State Member for Orange, one of the first community meetings was with concerned residents over that very dangerous stretch of road. There had been many accidents, fatalities and community anger was white-hot. At the end of the day it was people power that delivered the funding, because all of those voices couldn’t be ignored and together we got it done. It’s a 7.3km stretch of road with 3000 vehicle movements a day. It’s going to make that road much safer and it’s also going to cut the travel time between Orange and Molong, which is great for both communities. For 30 to 40 years people have been trying to get that stretch of road fixed and many said it would never happen. Well, it finally has and this road will save lives thanks to a wonderful community effort.

The Molong MPS is another project that has been community driven. I'd like to thank everyone who has contributed in ways big and small. While it's not possible to thank everyone I'd like to make particular mention of Dr Robin Williams who played an instrumental role in pushing for the MPS, and also to Health Service Manager Deb Kenna. Health facilities are however only bricks and mortar. I'd like to take this opportunity to also thank and pay tribute to all who work at the MPS, HealthOne and ambulance station. You make our health services truly great!

Andrew turns the sod at the Guanna Hill project site alongside former Mayor of Cabonne Ian Gosper and Duncan Gay

Andrew, former Minister for Roads Duncan Gay and former Deputy Premier Troy Grant made the funding announcement back in 2015 alongside landholders who had championed for the upgrades for many years.

As part of the new MPS, the Federal Government is providing $1.18 million for 20 flexible aged care places. Over a decade, this commitment is expected to exceed $10 million. These beds are crucial to smaller communities like Molong and will mean that our older citizens can stay close to their families and support networks.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DROUGHT RESPONSE $6 BILLION AND RISING

Of course, a brand new $2.5 million ambulance station for Molong is also on its way, with the project expected to be complete later this year.

Last week I attended the National Drought Summit alongside representatives from the NSW and Queensland Governments, the National Farmers’ Federation, and many other key stakeholders in the agriculture industry to see what further can be done to help with this drought. To date, the Federal Government has provided almost $6 billion in assistance, with additional measures announced at the Summit last Friday. This is set to increase to $7 billion in future years. These measures include:

Andrew at the sod-turning for the new Molong MPS in December 2014.

Andrew pictured with Western NSW Local Health District Chief Executive Scott McLachlan, Molong Health Service Manager Deborah Kenna, Dr Robin Williams, Parliamentary Secretary for Western NSW Rick Colless MLC and Western Local Health District Board Chair Scott Griffiths.

Contact Andrew: Suite 1/179A Anson Street, Orange NSW 2800 02 6361 7138 or 1300 301 740 andrewgeemp.com.au andrew.gee.mp@aph.gov.au AndrewGeeCalare

Mayor of Blayney, Cr Scott Ferguso n also attended the National Drou ght Summit last Friday.

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Future Drought Fund – an initial $3.9 billion will be invested into the fund to support initiatives that improve drought preparedness and recovery across regional Australia. In time, it will grow into a $5 billion fund, creating a sustainable source of funding.

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We can’t take our farmers for granted, they are our fellow Australians and that’s why we need to be supporting them any way we can. It’s vitally important we keep ramping up drought support as conditions worsen. I have made many speeches to the Federal Parliament calling for this to happen and while there is more work to do, this latest package worth billions of dollars is positive and welcome news. It's now the biggest drought response in Australian history. Authorised by Andrew Gee MP, National Party of Australia, Suite 1/179A Anson Street, Orange NSW 2800.

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What don’t fatten will fill Caution: Children and some other readers may be grossed out on reading this. If this is the case, spare a thought for those of us who have always known that the animals that sustain us are a composite of the same sorts of bits and pieces as we are and so deserve to be treated with respect. I’ve been feeling a bit of nostalgia over the past couple of weeks – perhaps another looming Christmas and a not-so long-ago birthday have got a lot to do with it – but it’s the way in which it has manifested itself that has me intrigued. It has surfaced as a longing for the sort of food that it’s almost impossible to get now; things like decent meat pies and sausage rolls, proper fish and chips, cabin biscuits and edible fruit among them. Then this morning the longing went off on a different tack bringing back recollections of foods that have largely disappeared from the diet of even the poorest of people but were once staples and standbys for those on low incomes. Some, such as Spanish chops and noisettes, formerly known to us as scrag end and neck chops, have been rebadged and priced accordingly but most, I suspect, have found their way into pet food – and worse – as the way we eat has changed. Growing up, if our family was living in the country we killed our own meat – but if we were in town we patronized the butcher’s shops, those wonderful, pre-megamarket sources of meat, banter and gossip where you could tell the butcher how to trim the chops, complain about last week’s roast and find out who was caught in bed with the baker, all in the one visit. Baked rabbit, boiled and served with white sauce if it was an old one, were still eaten, though with much complaining from older family

dinner or family gathering would be complete without pigs’ trotters. Beef shins made stews and soups, as did the oxtails – and yes, yes, I know you can still buy these latter in supermarkets, but they ain’t from no ox. A special delicacy from an ox carcase was the tongue. Pickled in the manner of corned beef it was pressed to be sliced and served cold on sandwiches or with salads as part of a cold collation. Lambs’ tongues were treated the same but pressed in groups. We ate brawn made from a pig’s head with a few trimmings from a sheep or beef carcase if one were available, and bought frankfurts and saveloys from the butcher. Any butcher worth his salt always gave the kids a sav to munch on the way home. No doubt this all sounds farfetched and a bit ghoulish to the baby boomers and city dwellers among us, but it was a fact of life. There wasn’t a lot of money around and you made do with what you could get. I nearly threw up when I saw that commercial in which two smart-arsed kids comment on the meatloaf as the mother t h r o w s t w o thirds of it in the bin. There was stuff put in front of us that I didn’t like but it was eat it or go hungry – no choice between fish fingers and chicken tenders (and where on a chook is a “tender”?) – and if you baulked you sat at the table till it was eaten, even if it had gone stone cold. When we did object we had greatgrandmothers – the source of all proverbs – to encourage us: “Heat hit hup love. What don’t fatten’ll fill yer.”

members who had lived through the Great Depression. Mutton and lamb shanks were once just pennies each. If from a mutton they were added to a stew or boiled with onions and herbs and served with parsley sauce while lamb shanks were generally roasted with pumpkin, parsnip and potatoes and served with a rich gravy made from the drippings and flour. The bones, gristle and all, were often given to the littlies as a teething aid. I can still see various younger members of my extended family sitting in highchairs at the dinner table, gnawing on a stripped shank bone. The “knuckles”, cut from the knee joint, were dried and used by the girls to play knucklebones. Sheep or bullocks’ hearts stuffed with seasoned bread-crumbs and roasted were another cheap meal. I never liked them much; they tasted okay but I’ve always found the texture offputting. Lamb’s fry – liver – and bacon in it’s own thickened gravy made a great winter meal while crumbed brains fried in butter were mostly reserved for the grownups, as were You can contact Frank at kidneys. frank.povah@molongexpress. Mutton flaps – the side meat – com.au could be pickled to preserve it or smothered in onion, bread, salt, Talk to the Express about your pepper and mixed herbs then commercial printing needs tightly rolled and tied with string to be roasted Express Crossword and served as Colonial Goose, and no Christmas

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Landline has process more always been than 80,000 among the best tonnes of wine sources of rural grapes annually, news in this and necessitate country, and the planting of remains one of the additional large most convincing areas of vines. reasons that the Almond plantings ABC must remain are also seeing in taxpayersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; huge increases hands and not with proposed be subject to a d d i t i o n a l government plantings of some interference. 45,000ha, and Without Landline almonds are even it would be all thirstier than that much harder cotton and every to remain in new development Vesteyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Darwin meatworks in the 1930s touch with the along the Murray state of rural Darling Basin affairs Australia-wide. requires water, and some of them require A story in last Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program caught vast amounts. my eye, and though it was presented Why are these giant irrigation projects as a straight-down-the-line news item, being approved? The Basin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; along with devoid of any editorialising, it surely those parts of Australia not inside the must have raised alarm bells in anybody marble halls of boardroom and political with concerns about the state of the power â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is already feeling the effects of Murray Darling Basin, arguably our most climate change and this is just a foretaste important river system. of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to come unless governments The story in question covered the wake up to themselves and act in the increasing Chinese interest in Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests of all the citizenry. wine industry and noted that several The flogged-to-death mantra of jobs, large and old-established Barossa Valley growth and the economy will be as much wineries, among others elsewhere, use as Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prayers and thoughts if had recently been bought by Chinese we continue on our present course. Surely interests. This is of concern to many we should be working to safeguard what and that is understandable. However, we have rather than looking at expansion itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth pointing out that in the past that requires water we are strapped for foreign interests have controlled a fair now and may not have in the future. slice of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural and The outback pastoral industry can comanufacturing sectors, General Motors, exist with our precious water and native the Van Diemen Land Company, and the pasture resources while providing food Vestey brothers not least among them. and fibre; vast levelled expanses of cotton Incidentally, Vesteys were players in the and other water-hungry crops may look drama of the 1918 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Darwin Rebellionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, good on agricorp prospectuses, but in the described by some as the nearest thing to long run are unsustainable. Innovation a revolution since the Eureka Stockade. and adaptation have seen our graziers and However, these Chinese acquisitions farmers improve productivity, producing are not of concern here, though Chinese more with less in many cases, and learning interests do figure in the story. The to work with our unique environment Landline narrative described a new rather than against it. Can we not continue development near Mildura, one that will down that path?

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FLOWERS

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MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 1 November 2018

CLASSIFIEDS that work ! PHONE: 02 6366 8017 • Email: molongex@bigpond.net.au

POSITIONS VACANT

ACCOMODATION Durack Court Vacancy

Molong Early Learning Centre

is a community based preschool and childcare centre offering education and care for children aged 0-6 years. Our current hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm. We are currently undergoing an expansion of our service and will require additional staff beginning the end of January 2019. Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the following full-time positions. (Job share may be considered) • 1 x Degree qualified Early Childhood Educator • 2 x Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educators • 2 x Certificate III qualified Early Childhood Educators • 2 x Certificate III Trainee Early Childhood Educators Flexibility in hours is on offer with 38 hours of employment available between the hours of 8.00am and 6pm, Monday to Friday Above award conditions offered to successful applicants Please contact Emma on 63668475 or director@molongelc.com.au to obtain an information package containing essential and desirable criteria prior to applying for these positions. Applications close Monday 12 November 2018

Molong Rugby Union

COACH

Expressions of interest are sought for the above position for the 2019 season Written submissions to President, PO Box 131 Molong NSW 2866 or to Greg Travis on 0447 685 546 by

Wednesday, 21st November 2018 Molong Rugby Union

Annual General Meeting and election of officers

Thursday 22nd November 2018 at 7.30pm, Freemasons Hotel Parents are invited to to the Committee meeting following AGM to discuss Walla Rugby, Juniors, 13, 15 and 17, to see if there is any interest in commencing in 2019 season

Located in Edward Street, Molong, Durack Court boasts beautiful modern units that are specifically designed for seniors residents. These units are only twelve months old. A vacancy currently exists for a twobedroom unit. Featuring open plan living with a large living area with combined kitchen and dining. This unit has its own carport, with a shared outside space. For all enquiries or inspections, please contact Sarah Bellach at Cabonne Council on 63 923 230.

To commemorate the 100th.anniversary of the Armistice, Molong RSL Sub Branch will conduct a service at the Cenotaph on the

Village Green at 10.45 am.

After which the Bistro at the RSL Club, Riddell St, will open for lunch 12 to 3.

Cabonne / Blayney Family Day Care

2019 MOLONG VACANCIES

Our Service has rare vacancies in 2019 with our Molong Educators. Family Day Care offers high quality care in smaller groups where care is personalised to your child, allowing them to grow and develop as individuals. Our Educators offer flexible hours and are very affordable, with subsidised care if parents are eligible! Educators are trained and qualified in Early Childhood Education and Care and follow the National Quality Framework offering educational development to each child to prepare them for Kindergarten. We build close relationships with families and children, allowing families to have an extra support system through our Service. Our Educators are very dedicated to the children they care for and are excited to work with new families! If you are looking for affordable, personalised care for your child in 2019 (including before and after school care), please contact our friendly staff on (02) 6392 3219.

Molong Museum

Books, Plants & Jumble sale

Saturday 17 November 9-4 Sunday 18 November 9-12 The Museum will be open. Enjoy the Museum & grab a bargain Goods for sale appreciated Ph: Lynne Robertson 63641038 Marie Hammond 53111884 John Austin 0428719645 Molong R.S.L. Club Limited A.B.N. 96 000 991 604

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Club will be held in the Club Auditorium, 22-24 Riddell St., Molong on Friday 23 November 2018 at 8 p.m. BUSINESS 1. To consider and confirm the minutes of the preceding Annual General Meeting. 2. To receive (a) President’s Report, (b) Director’s Report, (c) Financial Statements for the 2018 Financial Year (which include Statement of Financial Performance & Statement of Financial Position), (d) Auditor’s Report. 3. To elect Office Bearers for 2018 including President, Vice President, Treasurer, and four (4) other Board members. 4. To consider any other business of which the prescribed notice of motion has been given. 5. To consider any other general business of which the prescribed notice of motion is not required. Nominations for Office Bearers, directed to the Hon Secretary (M. Mullhall) close Friday 16 November 2018 at 8 p.m. Note that nominations will not be called from the floor at the Annual General Meeting. To be eligible to vote at the AGM membership must be current as at 30 September 2018. By order of the Board of Directors

Edward George (Ted) Hubbard 30 July 1923 - 20 October 2018 Passed away peacefully at the Molong Hospital Loved husband of Gladys. Father and Father-in-law to Alan and Jenny and Frank Grandfather of Alex and Ben. GreatGrandfather of Teddy, Arabella, Heidi, Charlotte and Barnaby. Friends and family are invited to the funeral service at St. John's Anglican Church, Molong at 2 p.m. on Monday 5th November.

GEELAN, Eva Ruth

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Remembrance Day Sunday 11 November 2018

DEATH & FUNERAL

MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 1 November 2018

24.6.1926 - 23.10.2018 The family and friends of Eva, late of Molong are warmly invited to attend her funeral service to be held at St.John’s Anglican Church, Molong on Friday of next week, i.e. November 9, 2018 commencing at 10.30 a.m. thence to the Molong Cemetery. Norman J. Penhall Funerals, A.F.D.A. - F.D.A . NSW, 33 William Street, Orange Phone 6362 3751 Our family caring for your family

PUBLIC NOTICES The Molong Players Distribution of funds from the 2018 production

Community groups who wish to apply for funding assistance from the proceeds of the Molong Players 2018 production are required to submit a formal written application outlining their request/project to Margot Brown The Molong Players P.O Box 62 Molong 2866 by Friday 16th November 2018 Please include a contact phone number. Organisations who have already benefited from this year’s production (eg. Catering) need not apply.)

Molong Advancement Group Annual General Meeting

Thursday 8 November 2018 at 7.00 P.M. UPA Hall, Hill Street Molong. An open invitation for everyone to attend and become a part of a small group of people achieving Big Things Advancing Molong. Further information Marj Bollinger 63668593 Email: marjboll@skymesh.com.au

FOR SALE LAYER PULLETS

Friday 9 November 9:30am

Commercial crossbreeds. Vaccinated. 12 wk (Black x, Red X, White X and ISA Brown) $18.50 Available from the Rural Centre Ph: 6366 8503 to order Duncan’s Chickens (previously B.L. Poultry)

SALVOS’ TOY RUN

Sat. 24 November, 2018

Meet at Pool, 9.00–9.30am back to RSL 11.30–12noon Barbecue Lunch

CHURCH NOTICES

UNITING CHURCH Sunday 4 November Molong 11 am: Mrs B Rankin Heather Woodhouse 63668218 Helen Houghton 63668020

Welcome MOLONG & DISTRICT BAPTIST CHURCH

Sunday Worship Service & Sunday School 10 am

Weekly Activities For All Age Groups Wayne Spencer (Pastor) Ph: 63669376

MOLONG COMMUNITY CHURCH YOU ARE NOT A MISTAKE

Sunday 10 am: Celebration & Sunday School (Ages 3 & up)

Monday Night 7 pm: Connect Group

at 66 Molong St. All Welcome

Wed 11 am: Bible Studies

Deon Stapelberg Ph: 0498 659 703 1 Edward St, Molong (opp Police Stn) Thought for the week. Psalm 105:2 Sing to Him, sing praise to Him; tell of all his wonderful acts.

COMMUNITY WHATS ON Claim the date – 2018 November 1 Molong Men's Shed meets 1 St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm UNIFORM 2 Chill’n & Grill’n at the Molong Central School oval. 4:00pm to 6:00pm, an afternoon of free food, fun and community. BBQ, music, jumping castles, games, popcorn, fairy floss and prizes. 5 Post Molong Show Wind-Up Meeting 7.30pm UPA Activity Centre 36 Hill Street Molong All stewards and volunteers attendance appreciated 8 Molong Advancement Group meeting, 7.00 at UPA Hall Hill Street 8 St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm 13 Probus Club of Molong meeting 15 Molong RSL Snooker Club FREE Pensioner Lunch @ 12 Noon St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm UNIFORM 17 Cumnock Village Markets 9 - 12 20 Molong Hospital Aux. 2pm at Hospital 22 St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm 22 Molong Rugby Union AGM 7.30pm Freemasons Hotel 23 RSL AGM 8.00pm 24 Salvos' Toy Run 9.00am at Pool 24 (afternoon) RSL Toy Market, ticket sales commence 1.30pm 29 St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm UNIFORM December 6 Molong Men's Shed meets 6 St John Ambulance Cadet meeting at Molong Central School Hall 6 – 8pm 8 Cumnock Village Markets 9 - 12 11 Probus Club of Molong meeting 13 MELC Christmas Party @ the Molong RSL - sponsored by Snooker Club 13 Molong Advancement Group meeting, 7.00 at UPA Hall Hill Street 18 Molong Hospital Aux. 2pm at Hospital

MOLONG BOWLS Brag Bowls Winners week 1 were Mole Rollers; Last Week: Shane Brown Transport Wednesday Bowls Come on down, the weather's fine. Club Championship Mixed Pairs. The draw is on the notice board for the Club mixed pairs. The first round is to be played on 3 Nov: Daryl Byrne & Emily Townsend v Tim and Keryn Wark; Lockie O’Neill & Tammy Pickering v Luke and Carman Neil. The second round is on 10 Nov 18. David Wicks Tournament The David Wicks Men’s Open Pairs Tournament is getting close and there will be Bowlers from all over the state, with teams travelling long distances. 17 and 18 November 18. The Bowls played will be of high quality so come

MOLONG SWIMMING CLUB

along and enjoy the weekend. Presentation Night Sat 8 December The pool opens Saturday the 10th A gala 2018 presentation & market night will be held on Sat 8 December. 2 course November. Swimming club starts Tuesday 12th meal, live music. Put this in your diary and November. book now. Training days are Tuesday & Thursdays. Annabelle’s Kitchen is open on Friday 7yrs and under 4pm till 4.30pm, 8 yrs and Saturday with a great array of meals, and over 4.30 to 5.30pm. with a coverage of many choices. Book early to secure a table, book early by calling the Club after 4.30pm Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri and 12.00 noon Sat. Memberships subscriptions can be paid MOLONG TENNIS at the Club during opening hours. Mon, Tues, Thurs and Friday 4.30pm till close, Wed 1200 noon till close and 1200 noon Sat and Sun till close. Market Night Next market night is THIS SAT 3 Nov. tickets on sale from 6.30pm.

Greg Pringle

All happening at your Bowlo !

Netball Thursdays (over 100 players) Friday Twilight Bowls. TAB, Keno, Best Chinese Restaurant around.

MOLONG CROQUET

on the board and is play by arrangement at this stage. Friday twilight winners this week were Savanna Nash, Piz Gosper & Anthony Regan. Runners up were Jim Pallier, Sam Pallier & Glenn Gosper. Saturday night winner this week was Glenn Gosper with Greg Trevena runner up. Corner to Corner is yet to go off with the jackpot this week standing at $870.00

Croquet will be on this Saturday at the Molong Bowling Club starting at 3.00pm, due to daylight saving and the days getting warmer, hope to see you there.

MOLONG GOLF Last Wednesday 4 ladies played in the Cancer Day at Cumnock, which was definitely a great fun day of golf. We were joined by 5 others for a delicious lunch, congratulations to the Cumnock ladies for a very successful day. On Sunday 7 Molong players travelled to Yeoval for their Closing day, they had 24 players plus 4 members. A Yeoval pair were the winners on the day, and Allen Evans and Mary Iffland were Runners Up. The nearest the pin turned out to be a family affair with Roger Wood winning

the Men's and Ann Wood winning the ladies. Again we were well catered for, congratulations to the Yeoval ladies who did such a good job. This Wednesday the 7th we will be hitting off at 8.30, after which we will be meeting at Margaret Philipson's, to celebrate Pam Crockett's special birthday. ***************************** Sunday Golf will resume this Sunday 9.30am Tee Off for a $15 Meat Voucher See you there. Jack

LANDMARK TABLELANDS LIVESTOCK CTLX sheep and lamb report for 24/10/18

Lamb numbers increased this week with agents yarding 4100 Sheep numbers this week saw no change with agents yarding 2400 This week saw again an increase in the yarding with still some better a good selection of trade weight new season lambs, along with a better selection of feeder lambs. It was a mixed quality of mutton yarded covering all types. Light weight lambs held firm again, while heavy trade lambs increased again and were up by $9 to $13, light weight mutton were up to $5 to $9 dearer. Young lamb (12.1 to 16kg) - 80 to 116 $/head Young lamb (16.1 to 18kg) – 129 to 137 $/ head Young lamb (18.1 to 20kg) – 139 to 165 $/ head Young lamb (20 to 22kg) – 154 to 185 $/head Young lamb (22.1 to 24kg) – 180 to 200 $/ head

Social tennis is being organised to be played every second Sunday afternoon commencing at 4.00pm starting on November 11th. Anyone interested in playing is invited to come along and have a game.

CRICKET

MANILDRA BOWLS

The draw for the minor-major pairs has been done with Sam Pallier & Glenn Gosper to play Duke Gosper & Tony Bennett. Greg Pallier & Ben Allcorn take on Barry Gosper & Troy Williams. Craig Williamson & Scott Gosper play Tim Williamson & Terry George while Col Dunn and Iain Campbell have the bye. The first round of the pairs is set down to play on or before Sunday 11 November 2018. The handicap consistency draw is also

To register go to swimming NSW website and click join now. We are "mountains and plains" and then click Molong. For any enquires text Anna Bowman on 0438285512 We look forward to another wonderful season ahead!

Young lamb (24.1 to 30kg) – 223 to 240 $/ head Lamb (12.1 to 16kg) – 64 to 108 $/head Lamb (16.1 to 18kg) – 110 to 118 $/head Lamb (18.1 to 20kg) – 116 to 153 $/head Lamb (20.1 to 22kg) – 146 to 172 $/head Lamb (22.1 to 24kg) – 183 to 190 $/head Lamb (26.1 to 30kg) – 234 $/head Hoggets (0 to 22kg +) – 86 to 154 $/head Ewes (14.1 to 18kg) – 65 to 89 $/head Ewes (18.1 to24kg) – 72 to 122 $/head Ewes (24.1kg +) – 75 to 141 $/head Wethers (0 to 14.1kg) – 61 $/head Wethers (18.1 to 24kg) – 120 $/head Rams (0 to 26kg) – 75 $/head Rams (26kg+) – 70 to 84 $/head

CTLX cattle market report 23/10/18

This week’s yarding saw an increase in numbers by 240 cattle of last weeks, with 1150 cattle yarded. Again we saw a supply of good finished cows with only a few pens off lighter cows on offer, along with some good lines feeder steers and

Country and Magpies win

Premiers Country and Magpies recorded wins on the weekend in round three of Oilsplus Cricket. Country recorded a five wicket win over Molong Bowlers at Hunter Caldwell. Batting first Bowlers could only manage to bat for 26 overs all out for 125. Andrew Drady continued his good early season form top scoring with 61. The only other batsman to reach double figures were David Hobbs (20) and Glenn Meehan (17). Both Hobbs and Meehan have been released from the final ten years of their Magpies contract to join the Bowlers after continually breaching the Magpies disciplinary policy. The breaches surrounded a number of incidents were the pair were pretending to be cricketers. Dan Toynton destroyed the opposition bowling superbly for the Premiers taking the remarkable figures of 7 for 21. In return Country comfortably passed the moderate total in the 21st over. Bodie Johnson was the pick of the bowlers taking 3 Country wickets for 23. Country have won all three games this season and look on track to have another great summer. At Cudal the home team amassed 7 for 227 after their 40 overs. Jock Hough played a great innings falling just short of a century when dismissed for 94. He was well supported by Scott Barrett 45, Chris Douglas 26 & Troy Adams 20. Magpies dropped a few catches which assisted

Cudal in reaching their big total. Magpies bowlers shared the honors with Tim Milne 2/44, Adam Osborn 2/50 and Jacob Evans 2/29 the pick. In reply Magpies got their chase off to a bright start with openers Jim Gavin (44) and Rod Jones (24) laying the platform for an unlikely victory. At 4 for 102 Ben Brown joined Jeremy Middleton and the pair put on a 112 run partnership before Middleton was dismissed for 53. Brown continued to plunder the Cudal attack eventually being dismissed for 70 when Magpies only required 2 runs for victory. Magpies passing Cudal’s total with a few balls to spare. Great win by Magpies chasing a big total. C Spratt 3 for 32 and Luke Wood 2 for 54 the only bowlers to trouble Magpies. Cudal captain Lee Cornish has openly declared that his team are useless whenever he doesn’t play. Unusual scenes this season to date with a couple games with teams batting first and recording big totals of 200 plus only to be chased down and lose. OILSPLUS TABLE Country 17 Magpies 14 Cudal 13 Millthorpe 6 Bowlers 6 This weeks games Magies v Molong Bowlers at Hunter Caldwell and Millthorpe V Cudal at Cudal

heifers, young cattle and calves made up the remainder. Young cattle to the trade were firm, feeder cattle were 15 to 20c dearer, young cattle to restockers and calves were 20c dearer. Most grades of cows were again 12 to 20c dearer on the back off last weeks sale, the cow market at the moment is continually on the rise again with better finished types making between 260c to

Medium cows (400 to 520) – 140 to 215c/kg Heavy cows (520+) – 190 to 253c/kg Bulls (0 to 450kg) – 122 to 222c/kg Bulls (450 to 600kg) – 193 to 230c/kg Bulls (600+) – 200 to 268c/kg

276c kg. Calves (0 to 80kg) – 70c/kg Calves (80+ kg) – 150 to 300c/kg Vealer steers (200 to 280kg) – 235 to 280c/kg Vealer steers (330+kg) 313c/kg Vealer heifers (0 – 200kg) – 60 to 200c/kg Vealer heifers (200 to 280kg) – 250c/kg Vealer heifers (280 to 330kg) – 265 to 284c/kg Yearling steers (200 to 280kg) – 210 to 245c/kg Yearling steers (280 to 330kg) – 250 to 286c/kg Yearling steers (330 to 400kg) – 280 to 309c/kg Yearling heifers (200 to 280kg) – 238c/kg Yearling heifers (280 to 330kg) – 183 to 272c/kg Yearling heifers (330 to 400kg) – 257 to 273c/kg Grown steers (400 to 500kg) – 285c/kg Grown steers (500 to 600kg) – 240 to 288c/kg Grown heifers (0 to 540kg) – 150 to 261c/kg Light cows (under 400kg) – 168c/kg

LANDMARK TABLELANDS LIVESTOCK There is several orders out there at the moment if anyone has cattle or sheep that fit the below specifications they would like to sell. Angus steers weighing over 230kg to 320kg empty. Angus heifers weighing 220kg to 320kg empty. 100 merino and cross bred ewes aged between 1 to 3 year old. Currently have a prospective buyers looking for 5000 + acres Contact us for any of your needs or details for the above orders: We also offer Auction Plus assessments, direct paddock sales, over the hook rates, Carcoar, Forbes or Dubbo saleyards. Landmark has access to most saleyards Australia wide if you have stock located in other areas. Contact one of our Landmark Tablelands Livestock team. Paul Glynn Molong - 0428168638 Marcus Schembri - Bathurst 0429032906 David Gardner Orange - 0417229690

MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 1 November 2018

Auction

Sale

“Birrabindi”, Bathurst

“Kraywood Estate”, Cudal

The Time has Come... We’re Selling!

Keep as One or Subdivide. You Choose.

This ones got it all- location, home, improvements, production. 28km* Bathurst by good sealed roads.

A very productive piece of land, offering the buyer a blank canvas to do with it as they please. With subdivision approval, you can keep the lot or sell blocks off if you wish. • 8 Ha (20 acres) with subdivision potential • 30 mins west of Orange • Building entitlement with a number of elevated spots offering great views • Keep the lot or change the subdivision to suit • Power and services to be connected • Plenty of potential and scope to move

• North sloping, undulating, open cleared country, mostly arable, good fertiliser history, sound water • Stone 3 bedroom home, northerly outlook, combining the previous era with the comforts of modern living • Productive farm, good working improvements currently running 950 XB ewe plus progeny

Auction Friday 9th November at 10.30am Venue The Auction Centre 152 William Street Bathurst View By Appointment Bill Marshall 0427 663 240

Sale $310,000 View By Appointment Ben Redfern 0457 770 062

Auction

Auction “Lucan Park”, Woodstock

“Coolabah Park”, Gooloogong

Time has Come to Retire

Irrigation, High Security Water Licence

Reliable grazing country with scale and quality improvements. Offering 950 acres of undulating granite and pipe clay soils in the highly sort after Lyndhurst district. • Carry capacity 3,460 DSE’s, new air operated cattle yards, shearing shed with accommodation and kitchen • Frontage to Limestone Creek, bore, troughs and dams • Approx 80% arable, situated between Blayney and Cowra, older style comfortable four bedroom home

Auction Friday 30th Novmeber at 10.30am Venue The Auction Centre 152 William Street Bathurst View By Appointment Stewart Murphy 0427 363 118 Josh Keefe 0439 269 449

“Coolabah Park” is located between Cowra & Forbes, 4hrs from Sydney. Offering 163 acres of high quality red/brown loam country, 100% arable, recently tested high performance bore, ideal as a lucerne hay feed factory. • 129 megalitre ‘high security’ water licence • 200mm PVC cased bore • Two bedroom, brick home • Stock & domestic bore reticulated to water troughs, two dams

Auction Saturday 17th Novmeber at 10.30am Venue On Site 4259 Lachlan Valley Way Gooloongong View By Appointment Josh Keefe 0439 269 449

Ray White Emms Mooney

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

MOLONG EXPRESS, Thursday 1 November 2018