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Boil water alert for Molong continues Molong Creek Dam storage jumped from 12.5% to 17.5% in 4 days

Late last Friday Cabonne Council, in consultation with NSW Health, issued a “Boil Water” alert to its affected consumers.

The decision was taken after determining a deterioration in the drinking water quality of the Molong water supply.

Recent conditions, including a large influx of runoff into the Molong and Borenore Dams after prolonged drought, have caused the deterioration to occur.

Council immediately took steps to notify key users such as hospitals, aged care facilities and schools. The Council web site was updated, and social media platforms were engaged utilised to spread the message throughout the community.

Along with a letter box drop and notices in key locations, visual messaging boards were placed on the approaches to the township of Molong advising of the alert.

Cabonne Council is confident the alert will only be in place for a short period and will notify consumers as soon as the risk level is reduced.

Cabonne Council General Manager, Brad Byrnes said, “Whilst it is highly regrettable to have to take such measures, it is vitally important that the health and safety of our community is our first consideration and this is

why Cabonne has acted as quickly as possible in consultation with NSW Health.

We are confident we can rectify the problem in a relatively short period and will notify consumers as soon as we can when the alert is to be lifted.”

Cabonne Council is working closely with the public health agency to identify conditions that will enable the boil water advice to be lifted.

To correct the issue Cabonne Council, last Friday, changed the raw water source to the supply via the newly commissioned Orange/ Molong pipeline. The Express has previously reported on this, and other pipelines, connecting Central West water storages.

Following mains flushing in Molong, the water quality in the reticulation system is now being monitored. This will continue until satisfactory quality is obtained.

The advisory will be in effect until Cabonne Council and NSW Health are confident that there is no longer a public health concern.

Council informed the Express that it thanks residents for their patience and cooperation and asks residents to keep in mind that the Boil Water alert is still in place until further notice.

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Molong planned power outage

To enable work to be safely completed on the electricity network, a planned power outage will affect Molong and the surrounding area on Sunday, 17 May 2020, between 9am and 4pm.

Essential Energy’s Operations Manager Macquarie, Jamie Warren, said the planned power outage had been originally scheduled in March but had to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances.

“The planned power outage will allow TransGrid to safely complete maintenance on the high voltage electricity transmission network and will also enable an authorised contractor, engaged by Cabonne Council, to complete a power upgrade to the Molong Recreation Ground,” Jamie said.

“To reduce the number of planned power outages affecting customers, significant planning has occurred so that both these pieces of work

can be completed during the same outage” Jamie said.

“Given the planned power outage will affect all homes and businesses in Molong and the surrounding area, on this occasion we’ve been able to schedule the works for a Sunday, to reduce the overall inconvenience of the outage on the wider community,” Jamie said.

The scheduled works are reliant on suitable weather conditions and may be postponed if the conditions are unfavourable or any unforeseen circumstances arise.

“We appreciate that planned power outages may cause inconvenience for some customers but they are necessary at times to allow third parties, and Essential Energy, to safely complete maintenance and upgrades to the electricity network,” Jamie said.

Health services around NSW are coming together to honour the work of our nurses and midwives.

With International Day of the Midwife on 5 May and International Nurses Day on 12 May, this is the perfect time to celebrate.

Western NSW Local Health District’s Professor Adrian Fahy, said “We should be incredibly proud of our nurses and midwives across Western New South Wales Local Health District who have proven their tenacity and resilience especially through this COVID pandemic. This week we should

celebrate them and personally thank them the contribution that they make across the many settings in our rural environment”.

To support this important initiative in WNSWLHD, blue and purple hearts, representing the colours of nursing and midwifery, will pop up in Western NSW Hospitals in the form of stickers, posters and postcards.

Staff and the community are encouraged to post pictures of themselves wearing the stickers on social media, using the hashtags #everyperson and

Nurses are healing hearts

Local showgrounds to get upgrades Manildra, Bedgerebong, Forbes, and Peak Hill showgrounds are four of 29 showgrounds to benefit from safety upgrades, thanks to a $9.2 million improvement program from the NSW Government.

NSW Upper House MP Sam Farraway said showgrounds are important for local communities and the economy and the NSW Government is committed to supporting a strong and vibrant showground sector.

“Showgrounds are the heart and soul of our regional communities, bringing people together and connecting residents in cities to those on the farms.”

“They are important community hubs, particularly in regional towns, we want to ensure that they are kept safe and functional,” Mr Farraway said.

Safety upgrades include: · Tiered seating, · Toilets · Stairs · Fencing · Animal sheds · Structural repairs to grandstands,

stables · Roofing · Flooring · Plumbing · Awnings Brickwork · Electrical work. Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said upgrades will ensure our regional showgrounds in towns like Manildra, Bedgerebong, Forbes, and Peak Hill are kept safe and functional for future generations.

“In addition to the $9.2 million in showground upgrades currently underway, the NSW Government recently announced a further $25 million for showground improvements in Sydney and regional NSW to help stimulate local economies and support jobs,” Mrs Pavey said.

“This extra $25 million investment will provide a much-needed boost for communities and their economies by supporting tradespeople with work and strengthening more showground infrastructure for the future.

State Members of Parliament with showgrounds in their areas have been invited to work with showground managers to put forward shovel-ready projects for consideration.

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NSW communities are being encouraged to apply for funding grants of up to $10,000 to restore and protect their war memorials.

Acting Minister for Veterans Geoff Lee said public commemorations at community war memorials didn’t happen on Anzac Day this year because of COVID-19 but it only highlighted their importance.

“A lot of people missed the special connection you get from attending your local war memorial with your community on Anzac Day,” said Mr Lee. “That just reinforces the need to make sure these precious monuments are protected not just for this generation but for many more to come.

“Our war memorials give us a place to reflect and pay our respects to those brave soldiers who fought for the

freedom we enjoy today.”

The Community War Memorials Fund grants help protect, conserve and repair war memorials in NSW. Funds can be requested for specialist heritage advice or physical conservation work on halls, honour rolls, avenues of trees and stone monuments.

One of the previous sites to benefit from the grants program was the Ronald Jack Cooper Memorial Gates at Eurongilly.

They commemorate local resident Jack Cooper who was killed in action in 1941 when his plane went missing off the coast of Libya.

The gates were erected in 1955 and feature plaques with the names of members of the local community who served in the Second World War and Vietnam War. Applications close on 27 July 2020.

Reg's Bench

Two men are out just fishing quietly and drinking beer.

Almost silently, so as not to scare the fish, Bob says, 'I think I'm gonna divorce my wife. She hasn't spoken to me in over 2 months.'

Earl continues slowly sipping his beer then thoughtfully says, 'You better think it over, Bob. Women like that are hard to find.'

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One-stop-shop to streamline finding Orange Council contracts

Orange City Council has launched a new online system to streamline the system for local contractors, tradies, consultants and hire companies to pick up work and contract jobs with the Council. Currently there are more than 250 businesses on lists which Orange City Council uses to seek quotes to complete work.

During the last financial year, Orange City Council spent $18 million with companies and contractors from the local area.

The services ranged from detailed consultancies and equipment hire, to painting and supplying office supplies.

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd said the new online approach comes at just the right time for businesses doing it tough during the COVID-19 crisis. “During this time, many local businesses are short-staffed,” Cr Reg Kidd said. “It can take a lot of time to prepare a competitive quote to bid for a council job, and then on top of that, the business’ staff has to compile all the necessary paperwork.

This easy online approach, makes the task a

lot simpler.” “This new system comes on top of a recent change by the Council to give a price discount when awarding contracts to locallybased business.

Orange City Council’s Employment and Economic Development Committee chair Cr Tony Mileto said the new system strikes the right balance. “Any business which does contract work with Orange City Council has to comply with council policies which apply to that setting. “ “It’s all important, but I’m sure some operators would agree the time it takes to compile all the paper-work to prove the required measures are in place can sometimes be onerous.” “The beauty of this one-stop-shop approach is that once a business has entered all those compliance details into the online system, they’re there for good.

Then, they can simply spend their time working out the most attractive price they can to quote for the job, and know that the compliance boxes have been ticked.”

Businesses that want to register visit : https:// www.orange.nsw.gov.au/contract-work/

Reg's Bench 2 engineers were standing in the grounds of a university having a heated discussion about the best method of measuring the height of a flagpole.

While the 2 engineers are arguing, the groundsman comes along unbolts the flag pole, lays it down, takes out a tape measures and measures the pole, stands it back up and bolts it in place.

He then writes the measurement on a piece of paper and hands it to the engineers and walks away.

At this point 1 engineer turns to the other and says "typical tradie, we want the height and he gives us the length"

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Molong Pantry Opens Saturdays 10-12 noon

Tuesdays

8.30 to 10.30a.m. @ the Molong Baptist Church 0418073039 “If you are struggling financially to make ends meet and put food on the table this pantry is for you” said Donna Nancarrow who heads up the newly formed Cabonne Mutual Aid Group.

Julie Spencer and the team of volunteers at the Molong Baptist Church have been busy unpacking meats, potatoes and pantry items to support residents of Molong and district through this very tough time.

“We opened last Saturday after trucks arrived through Bathurst Hope Care and other Food Banks in the area” said Julie Spencer.

Federal Government launches new awareness campaign as part of the $150 million Domestic Violence Support Package The Federal Government is rolling out extra measures to ensure people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence know where to get help during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Help is Here campaign will include advertising across television, digital, social media, radio, magazines and newspapers as well as in shopping centres, hospitals and GP surgeries.

Calare MP and Minister for Decentralisation and Regional Education Andrew Gee, said the campaign is important in protecting such a vulnerable cohort of the community.

“Central West residents have responded to the call to ‘stay at home’ during COVID-19,” said Mr Gee. “It’s devastating that home is not a safe place for some, so this campaign will raise awareness of the support available for people who need help.

Those suffering from, at risk of domestic violence or of inflicting

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The need iis real in our community with Food Banks unable to take additional clients this season ... and Molong Vinnies understandably closed due to the pandemic.

“We ask customers to give a $10 donation - and they can fill their baskets with the foods needed.”

Molong is such a ‘giving’ community - we’ve had no problems gaining volunteers to unpack, distribute and help with the Molong Pantry” said Julie. “We welcome local donations of food etc - whatever people can manage.”

Phone Julie 0418973039

it are encouraged to call either of the two national helplines 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or MensLine Australia (1300 789 978) to speak with a trained counsellor, confidentially, 24 hours a day, over the phone or via online chat.

“It’s critical that we do everything that we can to stop the cycle of domestic violence, and these resources are in place to help anyone who feels at risk, either as a victim, or perpetrator,” said Mr Gee. Since the pandemic began more than 15 per cent of contacts for MensLine Australia have been COVID-19 specific, while 1800RESPECT has seen an 11 per cent increase in people accessing support compared to the same time last year.

These national services are available and accessible to all people located in Australia, including those on temporary visas, as well as people with disability.

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H Hardware

The good news is that the front doors have reopened at H Hardware in Bank Street with products displayed again at the front - ready for purchase and delivery are lawnmowers, BBQ's, trolleys, garden mulch ... and the list goes on. Everything needed for this time of the year with lawns growing, gardens needing attention, trolleys to help make those heavy jobs easier ... and cooking in the outdoors on these bright sunny days. It's great to have access again to the aisles and shelves in Molong and districts fantastic H. Hardware.

This month's store special: H. Hardware team have a new range of Westinghouse Portable Generators now available. Well priced, these generators are

Patrick the Plumber

Patrick Ball has returned to Molong to live after almost three years away working in the Territory and Toowoomba (Qld). A graduate of the Molong Central School and a long-time local - Paddy is pleased to be back. Now a licensed plumber and gasfitter Paddy will be working with Clayton Gavin Plumbing and is available to provide relevant services for small to big jobs.

The son of Fiona and Andrew Ball of Molong - Paddy has gladly returned 'home' with his partner Caiara. The young couple are expecting their first child in 4 weeks.

Patrick can be contacted on 0428166364 and as locals will be aware ... this popular young man will provide reliable service including after hours and seven days a week "to the best that I can deliver at the time". See Paddy's advertisement in the Trades and Services Section of the Express.

ideal for the home, work and play. Providing power when you need it - where you need it. Pop into H. Hardware and ask Lauren (above), Michael, Steve or Bill to show you this great range.

(Above) Gidley Street looking north in 1947 -a gravel road overlooking the township. This is a photo from the NSW State Library collection found circulating on the 'Gorgeous Molong' facebook site this week.

Former Molong 'kid', Terry Clyde, who lived in this area remembers "we use to call it (this end of Gidley Street) Billy Goat Hill. Other memories?

(Above) It's hard to pick this area - today from the photo taken back in 1891-1901 - now part of the National Library Australia collection.

Titled Molong Weir - this photo was taken upstream from the Euchareena Road Bridge with the railway station built on the right. "The local story suggests that this small weir across the creek provided water to the railway station to service the steam trains and perhaps the dairy/

butter factory in one of the buildings on the right.

The local story (is it true) that a respectable businessman in Bank Street found the noise from the kids swimming in the waterhole above the weir annoying - so he attempted to get rid of the weir by placing gelignite sticks. The concrete weir still stands today - with obvious scars from the attempt. Is this true?

(Above right) Another photo circulated this week - is of Archie and Sissie McVicar titled "1910 watering garden in Molong" from the NSW State Library collection.

"I did a little bit of research" said Rozzi of the Express. "I found an Archibald McVicar who managed a property at Gumble - and then others closer to Molong. I also found an Archibald McVicar who may have worked in

the PP Board as a rabbit inspector.

Was 'Sissie' his wife or sister? Could the buckle on her belt be that worn by nurses and midwives back then?

One Archibald McVicar died in the late 1940's.

Can anyone remember the names - family name - etc?

(Left) Who are these blokes standing in front of the then Molong Express building a long time ago?

Circulating on social media this week most contributors believe the bloke on the left in the dust coat is a young Derek Johnson who apparently completed his printers apprenticeship under the leadership of the late Norm Bloomfield and worked the press for many years. Who is that on the right holding up the Molong Express? Photo is possibly 50-60 years old.

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Hugh Shannon Remembers

“I am grateful for what they did for Australia.

For our freedom.

Their stories, and above all, their sacrifice, will be remembered.”

RELAXATION TECHNIQUES

Relaxation techniques can reduce the physical and emotional effects of stress and tension. They are simple to learn and help the body and mind cope with stress. If used regularly, relaxation techniques can help you to feel more relaxed and improve your sense of wellbeing.

Some symptoms of stress and tension Mental • Problems with thinking and focus • Poor judgment • Worrying about little things • Problems sleeping and/or bad dreams • Negative thoughts • Difficulty making decisions • Poor memory Emotional • Feeling tense, angry, worried, upset • Crying • Lack of interest • Depression Behavioural • Problems with relationships • Unsociable • Increased use of nicotine, alcohol or caffeine • Poor time management • Low productivity Physical • Fast heart beat, palpitations • Chest pains • Tense muscles, aches and pains • Jaw or fist clenching • Trembling • Dizziness • Numbness or tingling

• Fatigue • A feeling of choking or a lump in throat • Headache • Nausea and vomiting • Constipation or diarrhoea • Flushing of the face or chest • Fast, shallow breathing • Sweating • Lowered resistance to infection Constant, extreme stress can lead to anxiety disorders, depression or other serious medical conditions.

There are many ways to release tension and relax such as sport, exercise and listening to music.

Relaxation techniques are simply tools for relaxing the mind and body. Different techniques suit different people and situations.

Relaxation techniques can reduce: • levels of stress hormones • heart rate and blood pressure muscle tension • sweating.

Aim to set aside a regular time each day for relaxation techniques.

Find a quiet, safe place to sit or lie comfortably.

Some relaxation techniques

Controlled breathing • Close your eyes and concentrate on your breathing. Take a slow deep breath in through your nose for three seconds, then breathe out through your mouth for three seconds. Think the word 'relax' as you breathe out.

• Clear your mind and think only about slow, deep breathing.

Imagine the tension flowing out of your body each time you breathe out.

Muscle relaxation • Close your eyes and focus on your body. Start at your feet and focus on different muscles at a time.

• Tense the muscle as you breathe in, and then relax it as you breathe out. Imagine all the tension flowing out of your body.

• Move up your body, relaxing different muscles in turn.

• Allow 15-20 seconds between each muscle group.

• Keep your mind focused on the muscle group you are working on.

• Allow 15-20 minutes to practice

muscle relaxation.

Visualisation • Close your eyes and imagine a safe, , soothing, peaceful scene (e.g. a beach or quiet place in the bush).

See yourself there, relaxed, peaceful and happy.

Mindfulness and realistic thinking Mindfulness is a form of selfawareness. It involves learning to be in control of your thoughts and focusing on the 'here and now; rather than the past or future.

Train yourself to be aware of your thoughts, place a label on them (e.g. sad thought, angry thought) and allow them to float away.

Physical exercise Physical exercise releases muscle tension and increases the levels of'feel good' chemicals in our bodies. Any type of regular physical exercise is helpful.

Note: If you don't normally exercise, are more than 40 years of age or are overweight, consult a doctor for a medical checkup before starting an exercise program.

Finish your day feeling like you have achieved something • reduce (or stop) smoking and alcohol - these can make stressful situations seem worse • reduce your intake of caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate, cola and energy drinks). Caffeine is a stimulant and may make it harder to relax • reward yourself with little things that you enjoy (e.g. fresh flowers, a massage, a hot bath) • remember to laugh and smile!

Laughter makes our muscles go limp and releases tension and pressure. When things get too much, try to keep a sense of humour. '

Reference : Pharmaceutical Society of Australia , Fact Card , Relaxation Techniques

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Molong St Joseph’s Primary School held a Zoom ANZAC Service with the children.

Here is School Captain Hugh Shannon’s presentation.

“To me, ANZAC Day brings about ideas of mateship, resilience, and resourcefulness. The great courage shown by those who have served, and those who serve Australia today. It makes me feel so proud to be Australian. But I also feel sad to think of the sacrifice of so many people, which we commemorate today. What they did for Australia, and for our freedom is at the front of my mind as I speak.

Even before the ANZAC legend began with the diggers at Gallipoli, Australians have served our country in so many different ways. The story of a local horseman, who patrolled Australia’s north on horseback, looking for invading Japanese during the second world war is one that stands out for me. And the stories of some of my relations: RAAF Squadron Leader, David Shannon who was one of the famous “Dam Busters” and Flying Officer Peter Frizell. Both earned the Distinguished Flying Cross for acts of bravery while flying over Europe and England.

Royal Australian Navy Doctor, Charles Harrington, who died with 644 other crew when H.M.A.S. Sydney sank after a battle with a German ship in 1941. His brother Wilfrid, was also in the RAN and was later knighted for his service, and Hugh (my Great Grandfather) was in the 2nd AIF. Another Great Grandfather, Ralph Meakes, was a radio engineer in the RAAF, installing and repairing radios in aircraft during the second world war; and Steve Myers, who was conscripted to the war in Vietnam at the age of 19.

On ANZAC Day, I would normally wear my Great Grandfather’s medals. His name was Colin Shannon. Like me, he was a country boy, and came from a farm at Yass. He loved to go fishing and loved the outdoors and working on his farm.

When the second world war started, he joined the army along with his brother Doug. Both men had to leave their young families and farms behind.

They did some of their army training at Bathurst.

Colin saw active service in Papua New Guinea.

Great Uncle Doug lost his leg as a prisoner of war in the well- known Changi prison. One of their neighbours from Yass, Dr Fagan, was in Changi with Doug. They didn’t have any real medicine or proper equipment for the operation. This is a real survival story. It’s amazing to me how ordinary people can be capable of such extraordinary things when their country needs them.

My great grandfather Colin came home before Doug. It must have been a terrible wait, not knowing where his brother was and if he would ever return... When Doug finally came back, he earned the nickname, the “Hoppy Cocky”!

Hoppy, because he only had one leg. And cocky, because he was a farmer!

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Their resilience… to go through what they did and to come back and carry on with life is truly inspiring.

So many stories. Some left hoping for a “great adventure”, never to return home. Many missed seeing their babies born, seeing their children grow. Many came home changed forever, in body and in mind.

I am grateful for what they did for Australia.

For our freedom. Their stories and above all, their sacrifice, will be remembered.”

Hugh Shannon, photographed above with his brothers, read this tribute, online, to the St. Joseph’s Primary School community to remember ANZAC Day 2020. Well done Hugh.

(Left) David John Shannon, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar was an Australian bomber pilot of World War II, known for his part in the "Dambusters" raid on the night of 16/17 May 1943.

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The importance of carbon

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elcome back to the Dirt Doctor’s Diary! Last time we discussed how soil is formed and its unique properties, and over the next couple of editions we will focus on a very important component of soil, the organic fraction which contains large amounts of carbon.

Much has been written and spoken about carbon over the last few years, especially with respect to the impact of carbon on the Earth’s climate and the effect of increasing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere has on increasing Earth’s average temperature, or global warming and climate change.

This forum is not a place for a discussion on global warming or climate change, but it is a place for a discussion about improving our soils for agricultural production. It is impossible to talk about improving our soils without a detailed discussion about the importance of carbon and carbon dioxide on agricultural production.

All life on Earth cannot exist without carbon – it is the single most important element for life, and the Carbon Cycle is also known as the Cycle of Life. As the term cycle suggests, the carbon cycles through various processes and returns to the point where it started.

Let’s start with carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere.

CO2 is absorbed by green plants and converted into various sugars and starches through photosynthesis as the building blocks for the plants themselves, shown diagrammatically in Figure 1.

The reverse of photosynthesis occurs when animals consume the plant and convert the sugars back to water and carbon dioxide and release the energy stored in the sugars to power their daily functions. The residue of larger animals consuming plants is raw organic matter comprising mainly of celluloses, starches, proteins and lignins which contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen and other minerals in smaller amounts.

This raw organic matter (including animal manures, leaf litter and crop stubbles) still provides food for smaller animals and worms, beetles, grubs and soil microbes living beneath the soil surface. In particular, the soil microbial population is huge and can be many hundreds of kilograms per hectare with a wide range of species present.

Figure 1 Photosynthesis This raw organic matter is the food for the soil microbes and it is digested by the microbes to form an organic compound called humus. Humus is colloidal in nature (last week we discussed soil colloids and cation exchange capacity) and has a cation exchange capacity of up to 300 and as such is a really important component of soil to maintain the natural fertility and the nutrient storage capacity. It also improves ability of soil to allow rainfall to infiltrate and the capacity of the soil to then hold that moisture for longer – essential for effective crop and pasture production.

As humus plays such an important role for agricultural production, we must manage our enterprises to encourage the processing of raw organic matter into humus as quickly and efficiently as possible, and once we have it in the soil we must manage our land to prevent decomposition of humus at an accelerated rate.

Adding raw organic matter such as wheat or other cereal straw, feedlot manure, green manure crops, leaves, weeds, sawdust or any other organic material into the soil stimulates the soil microbial population into a feeding frenzy. The availability of all this energy stimulates reproduction, and these microbes need an adequate supply of calcium (required for cell wall construction), nitrogen (required for protein production) as well as many other nutrients including phosphorous, sulphur, potassium, magnesium, sodium and oxygen that are required for the proper functioning of proteins in the microbes during their reproductive phase.

We must manage our land - be it a large agricultural cropping, pasture or horticultural enterprise or a home gardener growing roses or the back yard vegetable garden – to make sure our raw organic matter inputs are converted into humus, maximising the benefits of better nutrient recycling and the maintenance of nutrient levels in the soil, and ensuring the rainfall we do get infiltrates the soil and is stored in the soil profile for future productive plants to utilise.

In the next edition of the Diary we will explore how the farmer and the gardener can make sure this process proceeds at an extensive scale or at the backyard garden scale. The benefits apply to every situation where green plants are growing in the soil.

We will also look at the amount of carbon that is involved in this process, and how that relates to carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and the potential impact on climate change.

Rick Colless of the Dirty Doctor’s Diary with client Peter Close at Cargo two weeks ago looking at a vigorous crop of winter wheat sown about 6 weeks ago.

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Your Country Andrew GEE MP Your Voice FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CALARE

Thank you This week, as the curve flattens and we have a moment to reflect, I would like to acknowledge the huge and continuing efforts of our local communities in responding to the COVID-19 crisis.

Inparticular, particular II would would like like to to thank: thank: In • Our brave front line health workers, pathologists, pharmacists, and support staff who are working tirelessly to protect and prepare our community.

• All those working in mental and allied health to ensure the well-being of others.

• Our aged care providers, workers and carers throughout the community for keeping our elderly safe.

• Our local RSL sub-branches who, despite the strict social distancing rules, helped to ensure that all Australians had the opportunity to commemorate ANZAC Day. • All the local service clubs and community groups that are supporting my Calare Community Care initiative to check on vulnerable people in the community. Together, to date, we have contacted over 2,000 residents across the electorate.

• My dedicated staff. While some electorate offices closed during this crisis, my offices and staff remained on deck and have been working harder than ever attending to thousands of calls and enquiries for assistance during one of the most challenging times in our nation's history.

I would also like to acknowledge: • Those in our community who are grieving the loss of loved ones. This has been a particularly terrible time given the social distancing rules and restrictions around funerals.

• The residents of our bushfire affected communities whose recovery efforts have been made even more difficult by these challenging times.

• Local businesses that have had to weather the worst storm since the Great Depression. Your strength and resilience, and your ability to adapt and innovate, is inspiring to us all.

• Those who have lost their jobs and livelihoods and how traumatic this time has been. We'll be with you until everyone's back on their feet.

Andrew delivering a thank you cake to the team at the Coronary Care Team at Orange Hospital.

Pictured here: Andrew and Catherine Nowlan, General Manager Orange Health Service.

I will continue to advocate for all those suffering in our community and together we will get through this.

ORANGE ELECTORATE OFFICE - we are still open Mon-Fri 1/179A Anson Street PO Box 673 Orange NSW 2800

(02) 6361 7138 @ andrew.gee.mp@aph.gov.au www.andrewgeemp.com.au

For regular updates and news, follow me on Facebook and Instagram @andrewgeecalare

Authorised by Andrew Gee, MP, National Party of Australia, Suite 1/179A Anson Street, Orange NSW 2800. Produced and printed using parliamentary entitlements.

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Mother’s Day Cookie

The Spirit of a Woman dances within each of us - from birth to eternity we love, we nurture, we create, we care, we are strong, we are smart, wonderful and talented. We are mothers, wives, partners, single, young, senior.

We are proud to be a woman ... of self Happy Women’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day to the lovely Maureen Kirkwood who returns to Molong via this photograph taken at her new home in Orange where she is living a restful life and hopefully being very spoilt. We all miss you Maureen ... your forever happy smile, caring nature, and kindness.

Bank St MOLONG

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Happy Mother’s Day to Nadia Murray of the award winning Cheesecake Co., Paddock to Plate (home-made pizzas, cakes, special treats, catering, market van etc) who has made hundreds of delicious home-made cookies to accompany this week’s issue of the Molong Express.

Why? “Times are tough for everyone” said Nadia, new resident of Molong, mother of three gorgeous children, and one of the most creative and entrepreneurial business women in this area. “With Rozzi and Paul of the Express and the support of Blayney Foods, and the Orange Motor Group, we decided to bring a special free gift to local and district women for Mother’s Day.” said Nadia who brought us all together to help bring smiles to women of this area.

“In between making the cookies, Nadia has also been making and delivering carrot cakes, cheesecakes in a jar, chocolate brownies as well as making pizzas for Thursday night delivery” said Rozzi. “We are very happy to be working with Nadia at the Molong Express.

“She is a sensational and talented woman and mum who works extremely hard raising her family, building her business and in helping other women to recognise their abilities and strengths.”

Contact Nadia for orders on thecheesecakeco@outlook.com.au or 0404147754 Don’t forget to pick up your mother’s day/ women’s day cookie with the Molong Express before they deliciously run out

We were all sad to see Flowers by Kerry close. The good news is Kerry Bunting has ‘popped up’ again to bring flowers in time for Mother’s Day. “It’s been a tough 2020 for everyone this year. So, I’ve set up a temporary pop-up to provide flowers with home-delivery or purchases can be made at the Molong Newsagency and BP Molong.

Call Kerry on 0438 668 347

A special Happy Mother’s Day from Tania and Rikki who have further built onto Eden in Bank Street with amazing helium balloons for all occasions. Here is a sample of their ‘bouquets’ for mum on Mother’s Day. A great gift and surprise See ad. on Page 4 for details.

A Page for Kids

How about writing a poem or a nice thought for your special mum for Mother’s Day? Start with this sentence and add your own 20 or more words. Bring in or email to the Express office (molongex@ bigpond.net.au) Every entry will receive a special prize.

Hey Kids - Colour me in for a special present for your mum or dad, nan, great-gran, or special friend

“I love you mum because ... (add your 20+ words) bring to

the Express or email to molongex@ bigpond.net.au

Dot to Dot Fun

When you join the numbers you will discover something starting with the letter ‘D’. “I hope the children will colour me ‘happy’ and give me a name” said ‘D’.

Pancakes for Mother’s Day

Spot the Difference Ask your special ‘mum’ to help you spot the difference between mother bear and baby 1 ... and mother bear and baby 2. Have special fun together.

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Pancakes Note: You must ask a big person to help you.

1 egg (lightly beaten) 3/4 cup milk 50 g butter (melted) Method 1 Gather all ingredients.

2 In a bowl, whisk flour and sugar. Beat in the egg and then milk a little at a time until batter is smooth and lump-free.

3 In a hot pan or flat grill over medium heat, brush butter over cooking surface and pour 1/4 cup measures for each pancake.

4 When large bubbles form on the surface, flip the pancake over and cook until lightly golden on the other side.

Good Decorating Ideas: 1. If you have fresh fruit you can cover the pancakes with bananas, or berries, orange pieces, sultanas, grapes, or tinned fruit from your kitchen cupboard, ice-cream, cream, sprinkles.

Or, pick a flower or two or some coloured leaves and decorate the pancake and the plate.

Or, place one of your favourite small toys on the pancake ...

Better still ... make a plain pancake and give to your special person with your coloured in love heart and flowers (above).

Really surprise your special ‘mum’ by adding colour to your pancakes.

If you have food colouring ... you might be able to make a pancake stack of different colours ... red, green, blue ... even yellow!

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Helping you through COVID-19

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SPOT THE DIFFERENCE Find 8 differences between the top and bottom picture

Express SUDOKU

A man comes home from an exhausting day at work, plops down on the couch in front of the television, and tells his wife, "Get me a beer before it starts." The wife sighs and gets him a beer.

Fifteen minutes later, the man says, "Get me another beer before it starts."

She looks cross, but fetches another beer and slams it down next to him.

He finishes that beer and a few minutes later says, "Quick, get me another beer, it's going to start any minute."

The wife is furious. She yells at him, "Is that all you're going to do tonight? Drink beer and sit in front of that TV? You're nothing but a lazy, drunken, fat slob, and furthermore..."

The man sighs and says, "It's started".

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Solutions page 14

Cryptic Crossword Across 1. Run true or foster a change (7) 4. Sounds like help with a wager (4) 6. Secret store in replica chest (5) 8. Found monster mite likes wood (7) 9. Confused anteater can hide (7) 10. Medicinal quantities in judo sessions (5) 12. Rearrange furniture items to house a horse (6) 14. Wizard found to be of charmer lineage (6) 16. Plot to reveal bingo game (5) 17. Pull out excerpt? (7) 20. Discover zip not hinged (7) 21. Domain of true Majesty, initially (5) 22. A similar relative? (4) 23. Bill allows pills (7) Down 1. Lamina created inside shell (5) 2. Group endured upset, essentially (5) 3. Additional actors? (6) 4. Shorten a crossing (7) 5. Time of year to water offspring (6) 7. Live together in Acapulco, habitually (7) 11. Consult analyst for fruity insight (7) 12. Capital entertainer reveals natural quality (6)

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

CHURCH NOTICES

DEATH & FUNERAL

Welcome

EASON, Noela Jean

COUNCIL DOCUMENTS ON PUBLIC EXHIBITION PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS OPEN

At its Ordinary Meeting on 28 April 2020, Cabonne Council resolved to place the following documents on exhibition for public comment: • Draft Sponsorship Policy • Draft Budget • Draft Operational Plan Public comments and submissions are invited on these documents until 5pm on Sunday, 31 May 2020.

Written submissions should be addressed to the General Manager, PO Box 17 Molong NSW 2866 or can be emailed to council@ cabonne.nsw.gov.au In addition, the following document is available on Council’s website for viewing: • Molong Town Centre Urban Design Project – Review of Submissions Table This document will be available for viewing until Sunday, 24 May. All documents are located on Cabonne Council’s website: https://www.cabonne.nsw.gov.au/Council/ Public-Notices PO Box 17 MOLONG NSW 2866

Cheryl, when I first met you sunbaking in the sun A little breeze flicked your hair And I knew you were the one I chased you around Cudal a bit Or maybe we chased each other Your father didn’t like me much And, neither did your mother Anyway now we have three boys Owen, Dan and Nigel - and me with you.

Happy Mother’s Day Mully

Lovely bevelled mirror

10.07.1933-29.04.2020 Peacefully passed away at Parkwood hostel with family by her side. Born in Cowra, lived in Blayney, Molong and Borenore. Beloved wife of Irwin already passed. Dearly loved by daughters Jann, Marian and Patricia as well as eleven grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren.

Self-described “horsey lady” who lived a life on the land and among adored horses, ponies and donkeys. Both a show judge and Lifelong Pony Club member, Noela loved to learn and pass on knowledge.

She will be sorely missed in the lives of her family and friends.

A private funeral has been held 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

Golf Sticks and more

... @ Sweetness Cafe, Bank Street.

Large framed in decorative gold and touches of cream colour. Unusual piece to fit homes of any style - or era.

Purchased new @ $750.00 never been hung or used. Too large for current home - sorry to sell. Asking price $320 ONO. Can be seen and purchased at Sweetness Cafe, Bank Street Molong.

Enquiries to Rozzi @ Express 0490 734 650 or rozzismith@bigpond.com or facebook rozzi smith.

A very special piece - to be loved

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$150 asking price for PGA set ... Great prices on owl book ends, sculptured pieces, BBQ ... and more.

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MOLONG GOLF Last Sunday 11 players played a Flag Event which we all enjoyed.

This game is different as you have to count your shots to see when your handicap runs out so some players played all the holes, others pulled up as they had run out of shots.

Looking forward to the next time we play another Flag Event.

Some excitement at the end as 2 players tied, so we had to have a drive off during which time a lot of banter occurred at which “Quiet in the Gallery” had to be called.

Winner of the drive-off was Justin Oates and the Ghost Walker second.

No organised golf next Sunday for Mother’s Day but if anyone would like a hit in the morning or bring Mum out for a hit and walk.

I’ll be there 8.30 a.m. - 9.00 a.m.

Jack

Sunday Now streaming am services Worship Sunday Service &10Sunday School 10 am Visit www.mdbc.org.au - click online.

Weekly Activities AlltoAge on livestream, to For link theGroups online Wayne Spencer (Pastor) Ph: 63669376 platform.

MOLONG COMMUNITY CHURCH ARE NOT Aon MISTAKE We YOU will be meeting Sundays at Sunday 10 am: 10AM online using ZOOM Celebration School The meeting ID&isSunday 543-149-1107 All (Ages 3 & up) are welcome Night 7 please pm: If Wednesday you have any questions, Connect feel free to Group contact All Welcome Pastor Deon on 049 865 9703 For more information between 4PM and contact 7PM

kg to the restockers. The better finished heavier cows sold to 314c/kg. Bulls sold to 306c/kg.

Bradley Byrnes General Manager

FOR SALE

MOLONG & DISTRICT BAPTIST CHURCH

Beeswax, Apples, Pears, Cherry Juice from Mark the Fruitman @ the Molong Railway Station.

Coming soon - Narromine Oranges.

LANDMARK TABLELANDS LIVESTOCK

CTLX Cattle 5 May

With up to 90mm of rain in some areas numbers almost halved. It was a fair quality yarding with a large percentage of cows along with some good runs of ideal feeder cattle. The balance of the yarding consisted of small mixed lots with very few prime young cattle and only odd lots of well finished grown steers and heifers.

A full field of buyers were in attendance and operating.

Young cattle to the trade sold at similar rates with European cross heifer yearlings selling to 398c/kg. Feeder steers were 2c/ kg dearer while the feeder heifers were firm. Feeder steers sold from 343c to 412c while the feeder heifers sold from 360c to 388c/kg. The few young cattle to the restockers continue to sell well, with young steers selling to 558c, while the young restocker heifers sold to 441c/kg.

Grown steers and heifers were 12c/kg dearer with quality a factor. Grown steers sold to 351c while the grown heifers sold to 348c/kg. Cows were 10c dearer with the plainer lighter cows selling from 175c to 256c to the processors and 310c/

CTLX Sheep 29 April

Lamb numbers lifted and quality continues to be very good with the trade lambs showing plenty of finish. There were mainly trade weights penned along with a few heavy lambs and a run of stores were offered. All the buyers were operating except for one and competition was a little easier resulting in a firm to slightly cheaper market.

Light lambs to the processors sold from $145 to $180 while store lambs sold from $80 to $198 and from $200 to $207/head for some well advanced lines. Medium and heavy trade weight lambs were firm to $3/head cheaper and averaged from 870c to 880c/kg cwt. The heavy trade weight, 22 to 24kg, sold from $200 to $213/head. Heavy weight lambs were slightly cheaper and averaged from 800c to 820c/kg cwt. The heavy weight lambs sold from $212 to $228 and extra heavy weights topped at $271/head.

Mutton numbers fell and quality was very mixed and prices held firm. Medium Merino ewes sold from $125 to $156, while heavy first cross ewes sold from $160 to a top of $264/head or 680c to 720c/kg cwt.

Telegraph Hotel

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BOTTLESHOP & KITCHEN OPEN 4-8pm FOR TAKEAWAY FOOD & BEVERAGE s 1925

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Sale

Sale

Your Dreams of Being Self-Sufficient Await Manildra ‘Nangar’ 5148 Henry Parkes Way

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16.99ha (41.76ac) Secure water from Mandagery Creek 3-bedroom homestead, all with built-ins Main bedroom with ensuite 7 x 12m lockable shed with a 6 x 12m awning Shearing shed and steel sheep & cattle yards

Make this your Dream Home

Cudal 68 Main Street

Sale $699,000 View Saturday 9th May 11am - 11.30am

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Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

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1300 square meter block 3 bedrooms, all with built-ins Reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans plus slow combustion wood fire Above ground pool Close to all town amenities

Sale $289,000 View Saturday 9th May 1pm - 1.30pm Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

Sale

Sale

A Thriving Business In the Heart of a Thriving Town

A Rare Opportunity to Own A Unique Property

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Molong 25 Bank Street

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A wide range of merchandise includes clothing, stationery, toys, gifts, school & art supplies Well presented, neat & tidy premises Clientele includes locals & visitors alike This is an opportunity not to be missed

Sale Expression Of Interest View

By Appointment Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

“Brand New, Beautifully Appointed Home” • • • • •

1500 square metre block 4 bedrooms, all with built-ins, main with ensuite Large open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area Large, undercover alfresco area opening from the open plan living area Beautifully finished with quality fixtures & fittings

Sale Contact Agent

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By Appointment

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Permanent water - Gumble Creek, 3000L/hr bore & 16 dams Fully operational intensive sheep operation with 1000 head feedlot and 45 paddocks Rich alluvial creek flats, red basalt soils and contoured grazing country

Ben Redfern 0457 770 062

Sale

Sale

Cargo 4 Brooks Street

Molong ‘Puddington’

Sale $419,000 View

By Appointment

Perfect for Your Dream Home

Cargo Lots 74-76 Loftus Street •

2.49ha (6 acres)

Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

Ray White Emms Mooney

Sale $300,000 View

By Appointment Kurt Adams 0428 747 050

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

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