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EPA requests local pesticide spray records By SHARON BONTHUYS THIRTEEN pesticide users and landholders in the Narromine and Warren local government areas (LGAs) have been asked to supply their pesticide records to the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA). A spokesperson from the NSW EPA has confi rmed this request is part of a statewide compliance campaign to ensure pesticides are being used safely and appropriately. Compliance with the Pesticides Act 1999 (the Act) requires all pesticide users in NSW to create records within 48 hours of spraying and keep those records for three years. “‘[Locally] the EPA is monitoring the health of vegetation through the Macquarie Valley Pesticides Monitoring Program, which includes visual inspections, vegetation sampling and bulk deposition sampling,” the spokesperson said. “Samples are taken on a regular basis to gather seasonal data on the prevalence and types of pesticides in the environment to inform the EPA’s future regulatory approaches.” Continued page 4
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Controversial re-zoning proposal faces strong community backlash By SHARON BONTHUYS MATTERS before the Narromine Shire Council for consideration continue to attract controversy as the community makes its views about consultation – or rather, the lack of it – abundantly clear. Social media sites have been awash with commentary and councillors have been bombarded with calls, texts and emails on a proposal discussed at council this week after the meeting papers – including a whopping 622-page planning document – were made publicly available last Friday. All but one page of the novel-length Community and Economic Development (CED) report is devoted to a proposal to amend the Narromine Local Environmental Plan 2011 (LEP) to re-zone almost 100 hectares of land at Narwonah from RU1 (Primary Production) to E5 (Heavy Industrial). If you’ve been reading our paper regularly and the many articles we’ve published about the subject since last November, you’ll know this area just south of Narromine was the site of the proposed anaerobic digestion and gasification plant project put forward by Asia Pacific Waste Solutions Pty Ltd (APWS) – a proposal the council said at the February meeting was no longer being considered.
Narwonah resident Greg McIntyre.
The view from Craigie Lea Lane of the proposed site to be re-zoned at Narwonah. PHOTOS: NARROMINE STAR. At the February meeting, the council presented a proposal to subdivide this area to attract industry to the region, which was deferred so that Narromine Shire councillors could tour the area before making a decision. We understand this tour took place on March 5 and it was expected the deferred decision would be back on the agenda at the March meeting. But, no.
Ahead of the council meeting on March 13, Acting General Manager of Narromine Shire Council and Director of Community and Economic Development, Phil Johnston, told the Narromine Star this had been incorporated into the re-zoning proposal. Having gone to print on the day of the council meeting, our report of what happened at this week’s public forum
and council meeting will feature in next week’s issue. This article takes a brief look at what the re-zoning might mean for the site and surrounding areas, and focuses fi rmly on the issue of community engagement and consultation about the proposal.
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OPINION By LUCIE PEART, EDITOR AND PUBLISHER OF NARROMINE STAR, COUNTRY PRESS NSW INC PRESIDENT A BIG challenge with running a newspaper these days is that many people don’t want to pay for news. And now Meta, the owner of Facebook, doesn’t either. Meta claims that news makes up less than three per cent of what people around the world see in their Facebook feed and that news is a small part of the Facebook experience for the vast majority of users. This three per cent figure is impossible to believe. It may be that Facebook only serves up three per cent of news content to users because they control the algorithms, and the content people see. And this three per cent is now the basis for Meta not renewing agreements for Australian news media businesses like mine. By contrast, two recent studies found that 4550 per cent of Facebook users go to Facebook to access news. Go figure. It is clear that Facebook doesn’t want you to see trusted and credible news on its platform. News isn’t free to produce or distribute, and it’s only getting more expensive. So, who pays for that? Newspaper publishers can’t charge $10 per weekly edition because few would buy the product, but that amount is quickly becoming a fair assessment of the costs involved. Print is still the preferred product in regional areas. Something held dearly by communities – it’s their paper – we are just the caretakers. But here’s the catch, more and more it seems to be someone else’s responsibility to support the newspaper through paid advertising. But whose fault is that? The reader because they can only value a weekly digest at a few dollars, the small local business who is also suffering from increased costs and consumer downturn, or the big businesses and governments who have walked away from local print media...?? Or is it the publisher’s fault for not ‘moving with the times’ – except that multiple sources and surveys say our audiences don’t actually want us to. Now we have a situation where the online audience frequents a small handful of social platforms, such as Facebook, that drive traffic to hyper local news sites and mine users’ data for advertising gain. The rivers of gold that were the classifieds have flowed to social media and quickly following is the dissemination of free advertising dressed up as ‘news’ and ‘communi40% Central West Slopes and Plains area: Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers on the southern slopes, slight chance elsewhere. The chance of a thunderstorm. Winds south to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h turning easterly 25 to 35 km/h during the day. Overnight temperatures falling to between 17 and 22 with daytime temperatures reaching 27 to 34. Sun protection recommended from 9:40 am to 4:40 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 9 [Very High] Saturday, March 16 Min 15. Max 28. Shower or two. Possible rainfall: 0 to 1 mm. Chance of any rain: 50% Central West Slopes and Plains area: Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers. The chance
ty service announcements’. Former newspaper giants also let community advertising move into the ambiguous position of being ‘native’ or mentioned in the editorial text. Seemingly newspaper readers are confused – why should I have to pay to promote my community event when other titles used to or still do give the promotion away for free? Some of our best supporters are our own community groups like Red Cross or Country Women’s Association branches. They gladly pay their $15 for a classified ad because they value us for the service we provide, and they understand that their $15 is part of a bigger picture. A picture that keeps people employed, provides great opportunities for young journalists, and promotes the cohesion and celebration of a community through the newspaper. Facebook on the other hand, builds you your very own personal echo chamber. You only need to stop scrolling for a second or so and it’s profi led you. Combined with your cookies spread across devices and search history on your phone, your social media feeds know more about you than you do about yourself. Your phone knows you’re pregnant before you’ve told your father. And companies are making millions from the targeted use of that information. What will be left of democracy in regional areas when people only access information which has been curated from their search history or interests on social media. Facebook doesn’t create content, rather it is a cesspool of misinformation which is largely unchecked. The only professionally written, balanced, and credible news on Facebook is supplied by media outlets like mine. And now they don’t want to pay. If regional and local newspapers disappear, media literacy and diversity will be long gone, and our communities will be the big losers. And yes, before you ask, poor print media scraping at the heels of the great disruptor because they didn’t get on the front foot of digital. Perhaps that is a fair comment – but we have a website with hyper local news and guess what – not many paid advertisers. Our websites – a soon to be launched site for The Nyngan Weekly – are all grant funded. Publishers have been encouraged and almost bullied into the digital bias with grants and initiatives designed to ‘support digital transformation and long-term sustainability’. That is kill print and move online which our communities don’t want. But yet where are the digital ads? If governments still don’t want
of a thunderstorm. Winds easterly 25 to 35 km/h. Overnight temperatures falling to between 12 and 18 with daytime temperatures reaching the high 20s. Sun protection recommended from 9:50 am to 4:40 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 9 [Very High] Sunday, March 17 Min 14. Max 27. Shower or two. Possible rainfall: 0 to 1 mm. Chance of any rain: 50% Monday, March 18 Min 17. Max 27. Possible morning shower. Possible rainfall: 0 to 1 mm. Chance of any rain: 40% Tuesday, March 19 Min 17. Max 31. Partly cloudy. Chance of any rain: 10%
to buy ads on our local websites, even ones they technically funded, what’s the point? I can’t see how the government can continue to feed tech giants advertising with one hand and reprimand with the other. Continuing to advertise on Facebook while trying to take them to task with the News Media Bargaining Code is just a further hit to the country’s locally owned and produced media outlets. Our content appears on Facebook whether we put it there or not. I often see pictures of articles in our print editions posted – mostly in thanks – by those people or groups featured. That too, is technically a copyright infringement – but I don’t have control over what other people do online – but the platforms do. Our news articles help social media and digital outlets target our audiences and they generate revenue from our content – more revenue than we ever will. The News Media Bargaining Code was designed to correct a market failure where huge fi nancial gains were being made from our content. That’s why you’re hearing a lot about Meta this past week and the potential second ‘great unfriending’ of Australian news outlets. As a regional publisher, we are constantly told how important our role in society is. Well, the time has come to support the industry in a meaningful way that will provide long and short-term sustainability to the industry – that is to advertise now.. The perception that our regional audiences have no value is rubbish – regional Australia is the land of opportunity and it’s about time that was properly recognised. I moved to country NSW as a rookie journalist over a decade ago. I have met two former and one serving prime minister, marched to Sydney with the 2015 Coo-ee March Re-enactment, interviewed some of the most interesting and genuine people (often in times of great need), met lots of celebrities and politicians, met the premier, and met the governor-general twice. Now I own a small print site and four regional newspaper titles. I don’t call that a token career in journalism; that was just the opportunities that living and working in the regions presented me with. We are still the lucky country and I know our audiences and the people will back the under-dog in the fight for setting a precedent with Meta. Otherwise, what have we got legislation for if it can’t be enforced? Somebody’s still got to pay for news, maybe the answer is that we all need to.
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Narwonah
Controversial re-zoning proposal faces strong community backlash From page 1
The proposal THE CED report proposes to re-zone part of the land to create an E5 heavy industrial land zone and incorporating the E5 land table into the LEP which the report said would “establish specific objectives and types of development that are permissible in the zone. “These objectives are designed to guide the future development of the site in alignment with the strategic vision, which focuses on supporting the agriculture industry and facilitating freight exchange,” the report states. Zoning changes came into effect in NSW last April which replaced business and industrial zones with five new ‘employment zones’ (E1-E5) and four ‘supporting zones’ to support economic growth. The meeting papers made available ahead of the council meeting include a 90-page planning proposal report by consultants Barnson, supported by almost a dozen appendices containing hundreds of pages of supporting documents. Industries currently permitted under E5 zoning include data centres, depots, freight transport facilities, general industries, hazardous storage establishments, heavy industries, industrial training facilities, offensive storage establishments, oyster aquaculture, tank-based aquaculture, warehouse and or distribution centres. The Barnson report suggests council proposes to amend the E5 land use table to include as permitted industry with consent “rural industries; waste or resource management facility; any other development not specified in item 2 [works permitted without consent] or 4 [prohibited non-industrial businesses].” Local residents have expressed concern on social media about what “hazardous storage establishments” and “offensive establishments” could mean for the type of industry permitted on the site, with many intimating it leaves the door open to the APWS proposal to make a return. Concerns about impacts to surrounding farmland and local landholders, the established flood plain, and to those living in the nearest rural-residential estate, Vil-
leneuve, located just 1.5 kilometres north of the site, have also been raised.
Locals not consulted LANDHOLDERS living close to the Narwonah site have expressed shock and concern at the re-zoning plan, and about being left out of the consultation loop explored so far by the Narromine Shire Council. Judy Smith lives four kilometres from the site and said that while she isn’t anti-development, she feels everyone in the shire deserves to have a say about major projects with the potential to “alter the fabric of our shire forever”. “I feel disappointment, anger and frustration in equal measure about the complete lack of consultation. You hear how important engagement with the community is, but it’s all talk,” she told the Narromine Star. “Council certainly have not followed their engagement policy. At this point one can only assume that it is obsolete and gathering dust in the corner. “[There has been] no consultation in any form from either council or the consultant firms undertaking reports for council. After the incinerator debacle, one shouldn’t be surprised.” Greg McIntyre’s property is directly opposite the area that will become Inland Rail’s Materials Distribution Centre (MDC), co-located on the larger patch of land between Craigie Lea Lane and Narwonah Siding Road. “Council has never been near me about this,” the retired boilermaker said, concerned about what the heavy industrial zoning means for the land and ultimately, the value of his property. Mr McIntyre has hesitated undertaking much needed repairs to his home because of the uncertainty of what is going to happen directly across the road, not only with the development of the MDC but the other use of the land proposed by council. “If I do work on this place, am I going to lose it all? Will my property lose value? This is my family’s inheritance.” Mr McIntyre has been consulted several times by Inland Rail about aspects of the MDC, and was approached by APWS late last year about the pro-
posed energy-to-waste facility. However, he is very disappointed that all he has heard about the proposed re-zoning of part of the land opposite his property has come from other landholders, this masthead, and the massive document drop last week which he hasn’t been able to download to read. “This is going to impact our lives out here big time. I’ve got a terrible distrust of this council. We don’t know where we stand, and that’s the trouble.” Mr McIntyre reached out to Deputy Mayor Cr Dawn Collins and Cr Les Lambert earlier this week to express his concerns but said they were “too busy to talk to me.” Mr McIntyre’s near neighbour, Robert Hunt, whose property is about three kilometres from the site, said he is also very much against the proposed re-zoning. “I’m not happy that I wasn’t informed about this [proposal to re-zone] for heavy industrial [on that site]. It hasn’t been mentioned to locals. “I’m very much against it. We’re going to get every bit of pollution from it.” Mr Hunt said he had attempted to ring one of the Narromine Shire councillors with his concerns but “just got an answering machine.” Judy Smith has also contacted all of the Narromine Shire councillors, emailing each one a lengthy letter on March 12 which she also shared to the social media account of the Narromine Shire Positive Change Community Group (NSPCCG). It has since been widely shared. “This proposed heavy industrial zone is ‘a zone intended for those industries, including hazardous and offensive industries, which present a risk to the environment and people’, I think that says it all,” Ms Smith wrote to councillors, quoting from the 622-page report. “Do we need such a zone in our shire, let alone on a flood plain with shallow aquifers that feed into the Great Artesian Basin? “Farmers are required to sign forms when selling produce that declares their product is contaminant free. An E5 classified (the worst level) precinct means these forms cannot be signed in good conscience. “This results in discounted prices for goods or a refusal to purchase goods,” she wrote, citing a personal experience with the impacts to her own family farm from an incorrect contamination classification.
Who was consulted?
Consultant’s imagined view of proposed re-zoned site. PHOTO: NARROMINE SHIRE COUNCIL.
THE Narromine Star sat down with Acting GM Phil Johnston on March 12 to discuss the consultation process and why government departments and agencies were consulted but local landholders and community members were not. Mr Johnston said the council had followed guidance from the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure on how to approach a planning proposal, and that
The railway line that will bring Inland Rail through the Narwonah site. PHOTO: NARROMINE STAR. consultation with landholders and communities will take place in the future. “In the fi rst step we do a pre-lodgement meeting with the department and they sound out the broad issues in consultation with us. “We went through an extra step in this circumstance where we did a scoping report which then went to agencies and that was only 18 pages long. On that basis we got a sample of the range of issues from the departments.” The 18-page scoping report was sent to a dozen government departments and agencies in December 2023 seeking feedback. Only a few organisations responded with comment, which is apparently not unusual, Mr Johnston said. Feedback from this consultation was included in Appendix K of the Barnson report, the very last item in the 622page document. This included responses from the NSW Department of Primary Industries - Agriculture (DPI), the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, and Transport for NSW. “A planning proposal must necessarily go to the council for resolution to send that report to the Department of Planning. They do their own assessment and offer what is known as a ‘Gateway Determination’ which sets the rules around [the proposed development],” Mr Johnston said. “It sets what the community consultation and the agency consultation will formally look like. It prescribes the times for that consultation, and [may even] request modification of the document. “The department will outline exactly what the consultation looks like. At minimum, it will be in line with our community consultation plan. “At this stage, all we’re asking the councillors to do is to for-
mally submit the planning proposal including any supporting specialist studies – all the appendices in the Barnson report – to the Department of Planning seeking a Gateway Determination,” Mr Johnston said. The Acting GM acknowledges that lack of understanding of legislated planning processes has contributed to local community views and concerns, and that although the proposed industrial hub and freight exchange had been discussed in previous council meetings, the finer details are now available in the 622-page document. Mr Johnston wants to assure residents this is just the fi rst stage of the process and there will be opportunity for their voices to be heard. However, one must ask why the community cannot be consulted first, prior to any planning proposal going to government, as it would provide a clear indication of support (or not) at the very earliest stage of consideration. The NSPCCG has expressed concern that the proposal was being “pushed through” without appropriately addressing the concerns of the DPI in its feedback. Group spokesperson Bruce Maynard told regional radio on March 13 that the consultant’s report “does not address the land use impacts. The whole proposal is incompatible with the current land uses surrounding the site”.
What’s next?
IN next week’s issue we will report on the outcome of the public forum preceding the council meeting on March 13, where four speakers were scheduled to speak to the proposal, and the response in the council meeting. We may also have updates on our social media account.
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Thursday, March 14, 2024 Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region NARROMINE STAR
A little colour to commemorate ANZAC Day
Planning, climate change inquiry: 230 submissions, and more sought By SHARON BONTHUYS A NSW Upper House inquiry established in August 2023 looking into the planning system and the impacts of climate change on the environment and communities in NSW has already received 230 submissions – and seeks more. While submissions to the inquiry closed on November 2, 2023, further submissions will be sought from First Nations’ stakeholders until the end of April in relation to point “e” in the inquiry’s terms of reference: “listening to, and learning from, Aboriginal voices and experiences to better inform planning outcomes.” “The amended terms of reference adopted by the [Legislative Council’s Portfolio Committee No. 7] makes clear that we want to listen to and learn from Aboriginal voices and experiences to better inform planning outcomes in NSW,” said committee chair, Greens member Sue Higginson MLC. The committee will inquire into and report on how the planning system can best ensure that people and the natural environment are protected from climate change impacts and changing landscapes. When the inquiry was announced last year, Ms Higginson said: “It is critical that our planning system takes into account the impacts of climate change on com-
Ms Higginson said: “The committee has received a wide range of submissions from stakeholders concerned about how the planning system in New South Wales operates. “Many submissions were received from people across the state worried about the impacts of developments on the environment in their local communities, from flood and fi re prone areas to areas vulnerable to coastal erosion and drought. “The committee looks forward to hearing directly from a variety of stakeholders about how we can best ensure the planning system protects people and the natural and built environment from the impacts of climate change.” Sue Higginson MLC is no stranger to the central west, having visited the Narromine and Trangie areas on several occasions. The former CEO of the Environmental Defenders Office, Australia’s leading public interest environmental law centre, also presented at the public meeting in Narromine on December 12, 2023, about the proposal to build an anaerobic digestion and gasification plant at Narwonah. Further information about the planning and climate change inquiry can be found on the inquiry webpage.
EPA requests local pesticide spray records
The Narromine Cenotaph, where two services will be held on ANZAC Day. PHOTO: NARROMINE STAR.
By SHARON BONTHUYS WITH the help of Narromine’s youngest residents, this year’s local ANZAC Day commemorations will be a little more colourful. The Narromine sub-branch of the Returned and Services League (RSL) has asked children in kindergarten, and years one and two at local schools to colour in some posters in preparation for ANZAC Day on April 25. These will be displayed around the town in the lead up to the day. Narromine RSL spokesperson Diane Beaumont said the young children’s participation in this project is most welcome and will add a wonderful element of colour to local commemorations. School children will also participate in the commemorative services at Narromine in the form of marching and some will deliver speeches, Diane said. We will bring you further information about what is planned for Trangie and Narromine on ANZAC Day closer to the time.
munities and the environment, so planning bodies can make appropriate decisions that avoid increasing the risks of harmful effects on the environment through development.” “This inquiry will look at developments in f lood and fire prone areas, areas vulnerable to rising sea levels, coastal erosion or drought conditions, and in areas that are threatened ecological communities or wildlife habitats. “The inquiry will also examine the adequacy of planning powers and planning bodies to review development approvals, taking into account the cumulative impacts of development, climate change, natural disasters, biodiversity loss and changing social, economic and environmental circumstances,” she said. The fi rst of two public hearings to be held at NSW Parliament House this month has taken place as part of the Committee’s inquiry. The second will be held tomorrow and will be streamed on the NSW Parliament’s website. Across both hearings, the committee will hear from government agencies, academics, planning professionals, legal practitioners, local councils, environmental groups, community organisations and the insurance industry, among other stakeholders.
From page 1 The locations from which samples are being taken in the Macquarie Valley area include: f Mitchell Highway, Trangie f Mungeribar Lane, Trangie f Wambianan Road, Gin Gin f Railway St, Gilgandra “Where pesticides are detected, locations are provided to the public via the [Macquarie Valley Monitoring Program] webpage,” the spokes-
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NARROMINE STAR Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region Thursday, March 14, 2024
Exciting new arrivals at the zoo
Have you met the new lion cubs yet?
Seniors festival fortnight across the shire By SHARON BONTHUYS
Mackenzie the platypus is ready to meet you at the zoo. PHOTOS: TWPZ. CENTRAL west residents are being invited to see conservation in action at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo, these coming school holidays, with the world’s largest purpose-built platypus conservation centre now open. Mackenzie, a 23-year-old male platypus, is the highlight of the new Platypus Rescue HQ which opened on February 13 to great fanfare. Not only does the facility allow guests to see a platypus at the zoo for the fi rst time, it also provides a literal window into the refuge which can house up to 65 rescued platypuses during natural disasters like bushfi res or drought. “The platypus is such an iconic Australian animal, and yet we know so little about this cryptic monotreme,” said Steve Hinks, Director, Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
“We’re so excited to share platypus with our guests here at the zoo, and to help educate people about the importance of conserving this awe-inspiring species.” Platypus Mackenzie is not the only new arrival set to wow guests this Easter. Born last October, African Lion cubs Bahati, Jabari and Zawadi are growing fast, learning how to be little lions by climbing with dad Lwazi, tussling with their big sisters, Amali, Imani and Mara, and even learning to roar with mum Marion. “With some cooler weather on the way, autumn will be the best time to see our little lion cubs getting more adventurous and boisterous by the day,” Keeper Mel Friedman said. “They love exploring, clambering on the various trees, logs and rocks in their habitat. One of their favourite pastimes is sneak-
ing up on mum, dad, their big sisters and, of course, each other!” There are plenty of other activities on offer at Taronga Western Plains Zoo which allows you hike, bike, cart or drive your way around the zoo from 8.30am daily through the school holidays.
Your chance to WIN! THANKS to the great team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, young readers of the Narromine Star have the chance to win a family pass to the zoo just in time for the school holidays. Draw your favourite zoo creature on our entry form in this issue and mail or deliver to Unit 3, 37 Burraway Street, Narromine. Entries close on April 5 and the winner will be drawn at 4.00pm that day with the winner notified by phone.
Two arrested in Narromine following investigation into property offences TWO men have faced court following an investigation into property offences in the state’s central west. About 4pm on Saturday, February 24, two men allegedly forced entry into a home on Warren Road, Dubbo, damaging property and trespassing at a neighbouring house. About 7pm, the two men allegedly attempted to enter another home on Warren Road, Dubbo, before the pair were disturbed by the occupant and fled on foot towards the Macquarie River. Officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Police District attended and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incidents. Following inquiries, about 10pm the same day, police arrested two men aged
45 on Dandaloo Street, Narromine, where they were taken to Dubbo Police Station. One 45-year-old man was charged with three counts of enter building/land with intent commit indictable offence, two counts of larceny, break and enter house destroy property, and break and enter dwelling-house with intent. The other man was charged with three counts of enter building/land with intent commit indictable offence, larceny, break and enter house destroy property, and break and enter dwelling-house with intent. Both men were refused bail to appear at Dubbo Local Court on Sunday, February 25, where they were given conditional bail to appear at Narromine Local Court on Thursday, April 4.
MARCH heralds the start of autumn and the annual NSW Seniors’ Festival. Starting earlier this week, the festival is a fortnight of fun that incorporates hundreds of events across the state including art classes, fitness and live music. Most events in the program are free or low cost to attend and there are also online events so people at home or in aged care can participate from afar. Aimed at people age 60 and older, people over 50 with a lifelong disability, and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people aged over 50, the festival also encourages the participation of carers of NSW seniors. With this year’s theme being ‘Reach Beyond’, Minister for Seniors, the Hon. Jodie Harrison MP, said in the lead up to the festival: “The NSW Seniors Festival is a great time for older Australians to ‘reach beyond’, to seek out new experiences and make new friends by participating in the festivities. “We want to see NSW seniors taking advantage of the many activities [across the state].” So what’s happening in the Narromine Shire during the NSW Seniors’ Festival?
Seniors Morning Tea in Narromine
THERE’S a morning tea with live music on for seniors on today in Narromine at the Narromine Bowling Club from 10.00 am. Further information is available from the Narromine Shire Council.
Seniors Morning Tea & Tech in Trangie
TOMORROW morning there’s something special for the seniors at Trangie Library. Seniors are invited to bring their devices – phones, tablets, laptops etc – along to a “tea and tech” catch up where they can ask questions about all things tech while enjoying a delicious morning tea. Contact the Trangie Library for more information.
Seniors Morning Tea in Trangie
IT’S Trangie’s turn to party next Tuesday with a morning tea, games and activities at Trangie Bowling Club followed by a light lunch. To RSVP, contact the Trangie Local Aboriginal Land Council.
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Love on the land: Helping farmers grow healthy relationships LIFE on the land can be great, but it can also put a lot of pressure on romantic relationships. Now, rural health experts from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have launched a new online resource to help farmers build and maintain a healthy relationship with their partner. The new ‘Building healthy relationships’ module is based on what research shows will help couples stay in successful relationships. Offered through ifarmwell – a free online toolkit that helps farming communities cope effectively with life’s challenges – the 30 to 60-minute module will help farmers to check in on their relationships, explore how to improve the quality of their relationships, and learn how to repair them when things get tough. UniSA Research Fellow, Dr Chloe Fletcher, says maintaining a healthy relationship is incredibly important for farmers and their families. “When you live on a farm and in a small community, romantic relationships can feel intense, in a way that might not happen for people living in the city,” Dr Fletcher says. “Farmers tend to be more physically and socially isolated than people in the city.
They often spend more time with their partner – not only living and socialising, but often also working together – and share more resources, interests, and friends. “Farmers also work notoriously long hours, often alone, with long workdays leaving little energy to connect meaningfully with their partner; this can put pressure on a relationship and lead to frustration and resentment. “Sometimes stress within a romantic relationship can even lead to mental health challenges, which is why it is so important for farmers to invest time in the wellbeing of their relationship.” The new relationship module delivers proactive content that is relatable to farmers and their lives. Third generation farmer John Gladigau has lived and farmed in the Northern Mallee region of South Australia all his life. Over the past year, he worked with ifarmwell to provide valuable insights from his lived experience to ensure the new relationship content is engaging and relevant to farmers’ lives. “As with all the material produced by ifarmwell, the new relationship module works through aspects in a down to earth manner
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with thought provoking examples and a realistic approach. It gave me a lot to think about and reflect upon in my own life and relationships,” John said. “There are activities that will help farmers to check in on the quality of their romantic relationship; practical strategies to connect and build closeness with their partner; and tips for managing stress during disagreements or conflicts that will inevitability arise. “Farmers depend on their partner for support. Having a strong relationship with their partner will help farmers not only take care of their own wellbeing and their partner’s but also the wellbeing of their farm.” To find out more, visit the ifarmwell website. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact: 131114 Lifeline, lifeline.org.au 1300 78 99 78 MensLine, mensline.org.au 1300 224 636 Beyond Blue, beyondblue.org.au/forums 1800 551 800 Kids Helpline, kidshelpline.com.au 13YARN(13 92 76), counseling support for Indigenous Australians. 13yarn.org.au
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NARROMINE STAR Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region Thursday, March 14, 2024
Rural Health Matters
Supporting GPs: Narromine Pharmacy participates in scope of practice trial By SHARON BONTHUYS TEN months after the NSW government introduced a ‘scope of practice’ trial enabling patients to access treatment for certain conditions at participating pharmacies, some 12,000 consultations have taken place, relieving pressure on GPs and making it easier for people to access basic medications. Narromine Pharmacy is one of 1,200 pharmacies currently participating in the trial which allows trained community pharmacists to manage urinary tract infections (UTIs) and provide treatment medicines if needed, as well as resupply the oral contraceptive pill (the pill). Providing these services at the pharmacy reduces pressure on the local medical centre and the Narromine Hospital, which is where patients would generally seek treatment and prescriptions for UTIs or the pill. The trial, which started in May 2023, is set to expand further in the coming months to include skin conditions like impetigo, shingles, and dermatitis. This is yet to commence and no starting date is known at this time.
Limited waiting, accessible THE Narromine Star spoke with local pharmacists Sara McCarthy and Felicity Roberts about participating in the trial.
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The GOOD NEWS or the bad news SO, which one do you choose fi rst? Apparently, many peo-
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Be a savvy shopper MANY deli customers are confused about how to assess price per grams, per kilo, per millilitres, or per litre. Knowing how to do this will save money at the
Sara encouraged people with UTIs or needing the pill to come to Narromine Pharmacy and speak with a pharmacist. Consultations are free. “They don’t need an appointment; they can walk straight in and have a personal consultation with a pharmacist,” she said. Narromine Pharmacy has three pharmacists available most days during operational hours, meaning the waiting time is minimal and the service very accessible. It’s also very private, Felicity added, with two consultation rooms available onsite for patients to have their consultations with a pharmacist in privacy. “Patients can sit down and have a consultation with the pharmacist [in comfort and privacy],” Felicity said. Sara and Felicity agree that Narromine Pharmacy’s participation in the trial is providing some much needed support to the local medical centre and hospital. “We are always looking to help support the community and reduce the burden on local GPs and the hospital,” Sara said.
Guidelines and eligibility PHARMACIES participating in the trial have to follow very strict guidelines, Felicity said, including their pharmacists undertaking mandatory training before providing services as part of the trial.
Complicated cases and those outside the eligibility criteria set for the trial will be referred back to their GPs or to the hospital, Sara added. According to the NSW Health website, “pharmacists must refer to clinical management protocols when assessing a person’s eligibility, assessment and overall management. “If patients do not meet the eligibility criteria to receive the service by their pharmacist as part of the trial, they will be referred to appropriate alternative care, including their GP or an Emergency Department.” It is important to note that at this time, only women can access the services delivered under this part of the trial. “We can only treat women for uncomplicated UTIs. Although men can also have UTIs, [diagnosis and treatment of males is complex] and beyond our scope of practice,” Sara said. While the pharmacy does sell off-the-shelf, non-prescription medication for UTIs, Sara said under the trial, women aged between 18 and 65 years can talk to a pharmacist about their symptoms and possibly access prescription medication for the condition, if appropriate. To access the contraceptive pill, women must be aged 18 to 35 (inclusive) and have been taking the pill continuously for two years as prescribed by a doctor (GP) or nurse practitioner. The pill must also be
for contraceptive purposes to prevent unplanned pregnancy. When the trial is expanded to include the nominated skin conditions, everyone will be able to visit the Narromine Pharmacy to access treatment under the trial.
Narromine Pharmacy is participating in the scope of practice trial, and Sara McCarthy and Meg Horan are ready to help. PHOTO: NARROMINE STAR.
Who’s leading the trial? ACCORDING to NSW Health, the University of Newcastle is leading the trial in association with the University of Technology Sydney, Macquarie University, University of New England, Charles Sturt University, the George Institute for Global Health and the Hunter Medical Research Institute. “The fi ndings from this trial will inform the role of pharmacists and pharmacies in our healthcare system. Pharmacists are not able to provide these services outside the trial,” the department’s website states.
Benefits derived THE Pharmacy Guild of Australia (NSW) says the scope of practice reforms are anticipated to deliver a total dollar benefit of $1.6 billion annually to the NSW economy in productivity gains and re-
duced healthcare costs as patients are able to access the treatment they need without presenting to an emergency department or waiting for a GP appointment.
“With pharmacists working close to their full scope of practice, 12,000 patients across the state have accessed treatment at their local community pharmacy, taking pressure off hospital emergency departments and GPs,” said the Pharmacy Guild’s NSW branch president, David Heffernan.
For further information about locally available services, pop into the Narromine Pharmacy. The NSW Health website also has information and a map highlighting the location of pharmacies participating in the trial.
eternal life. For God did not send His son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. John 3: 16- 17.
But here’s the ironic thing about receiving bad news fi rst, and then good news. It turns out that when people fi nally hear the good news,
When it comes to God we need to act. The consequences are too great. The Bible says we are destined to die once, after which we will all face God’s judgement, in Hebrews 9:27. This is the natural order of things. God has given us this life to serve and worship Him. The verse is saying, there’s a judgement for all people when God will examine how we’ve
lived this life. This is bad news, since there was only one perfect man. The bad news becomes worse, as God promised that He will be angry with us. So, is there good news? Yes, God isn’t just angry, He’s also merciful. For He wants us to cast ourselves on this mercy. No one puts it better than Jesus when explaining why he came to live amongst us. For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have
checkout and make you a savvy shopper. Many tactics are used to confuse and bundled ‘specials’ make shoppers think they’re getting a good deal. So how do you fi ll your pantry with the best buys? In the deli, we use a costper-kilo calculator we downloaded from the web which helps price products to ensure everyone is getting the best deal. Here is an example of how we personally shopped smarter. The deli needed paper towels, and as a single-use item to clean up mess, quality was not an issue. The ‘cheapest’ priced item grabbed our attention but
on checking the tag, a breakdown of how much each sheet costs was evident. The ‘cheaper’ one turned out to be more expensive but was packaged to look like a good buy. Time spent comparing tags saved us around 50 cents. Every cent saved in the aisle can bring down the cost at the checkout. Saving 20 or 50 cents per item could give you a total saving of $2, $5 or even $10 per shop, depending on the size of the spend. Packaging also plays a big role in item cost. More packaging equals higher prices. When looking at products, check the net weight over the gross weight. The net weight
is how much product is inside the packaging, while the gross amount is the overall weight of the item including packaging. Try this yourself. Take a product home, weigh it before it comes out of its packaging and then after, and see what you paid for. Use your cost-per-kilo calculator to show how much you actually paid if the price included the gross weight. Businesses like the deli generally add the cost of the packaging in the price of the goods as they tare the packaging. No hidden costs as the price is as advertised. Also, some small businesses won’t charge you for a bag as it is included in
the cost. Be a savvy shopper. Don’t just grab and go, as your hip pocket will get hit. Drop into the deli if you would like a tutorial.
ple prefer to hear the bad news fi rst, getting it out of the way. It makes sense. Who wants to be kept in suspense? Who wants the dread of not knowing how terrible the bad news is? If you get the good news fi rst, you can’t listen while it’s being delivered. You’re just worrying about the impending doom.
their desire to deal with the bad news is lessened. Which is very strange. Why are we worrying with existential fear if we are not going to act?
That’s the GOOD NEWS. If we believe in Jesus, we won’t ‘perish’ before the anger of God. But we must act on God’s wonderful gift. So, the question stands, ‘Do you want the GOOD NEWS or the bad news?’ By PHILIP HAND
Norma Reid is the proprietor of The Plaza Deli, located in Kierath’s Shopping Centre, Narromine. You can follow her business on social media.
This article contains general advice only. Readers should consult medical or clinical professionals before starting new routines or using new products for personal use, health and wellbeing.
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Thursday, March 14, 2024 Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region NARROMINE STAR
Political News & Opinion COULTON’S ULTON’S CATCH TCH UP Comment ment by K COULTON, MARK Federal ral Member for Parkes arkes
to return over-recovered water to the Macquarie Valley. A total of 38.2 gigalitres has been over-recovered in the Macquarie-Castlereagh catchment, which equates to approximately $90 million of lost production per year at the farmgate. These communities have already done more than their fair share of the heavy-lifting, so it’s time that water is returned.
Call for over-recovered water to be returned Funding for Dubbo FEDERAL Water Minister, poet to publish book Tanya Plibersek, has recently indicated that she has no intention of returning over-recovered water from the Murray-Darling Basin back into production, which is very concerning for Basin communities in my electorate. It’s going to be challenging enough for the Government to meet the Basin Plan’s unrealistic water-recovery targets through voluntary water buybacks, so I fear that any water that has already been over-recovered in the northern Basin, will be used to help achieve that 450GL, much to the detriment of communities throughout the Gwydir, Namoi, Macquarie-Castlereagh, and Barwon-Darling catchments. Last week, I joined with the mayors of Warren and Narromine, as well as Macquarie River Food and Fibre, to call on the Federal Government
AROUND UND THE ELECTORATE TORATE Comment nt by DUGALD D SAUNDERS, ERS, State Member ember bo for Dubbo
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CONGRATULATIONS to the Dubbo electorate Woman of the Year for 2024, Myff Clarke. Mudgee local, Myff Clarke, was recognised last week for her significant work to actively support the community. Myff says it was a complete surprise to receive the award. “I am deeply honoured and shocked, I saw my involvement with the Children’s Medical Institute Mudgee committee
LAST week, I had the pleasure of meeting Dubbo author Paulette (Poli) Sansey, to hear all about her book of poetry and art, “Into the Moonlit Village — The Battle of Crete”, which is a collaboration with artist Michael Winters. The book is about the Battle of Crete which occurred in 1941 during World War II, resulting in a four-year occupation of the Greek island by Nazi German soldiers. Australian soldiers played a critical role during the battle and occupation, and this book is a way of honouring them, as well as the local resistance effort, of which Poli’s own family were a part of. In fact, her grandfather was tragically executed and the family home was dynamited in 1944 as part of a reprisal campaign mounted by the Nazis. Poli grew-up hearing stoas a way of helping kids like our son, Bug (James), who has “Williams Syndrome”, but it has become so much more than that. “It’s the most rewarding experience of my life, I just love it and I just love helping our community,” she said. Congratulations Myff ! Thank you for everything you do and the passion you have for helping those in your community. Well done!
IWD events CONTINUING with International Women’s Day (IWD), the Dubbo electorate played host to so many wonderful events over the past week to celebrate and recognise the wonderful work and contributions made by incredible women. From the Women’s Assembly hosted by The Exchange at
ries of the war and occupation from her mother who was a child at the time, so it has been a long-held ambition of hers to work on a book of this kind. I’m pleased that Poli’s book will now be able to be published, thanks to a $7624 grant provided under the Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program. Applications for the next batch of STS grants are currently open.
Catching up with constituents IT was wonderful to catchup with lots of constituents last week at various functions, including a Nationals branch get-together in Dubbo with Senator Perin Davies and State Member for Dubbo, Dugald Saunders, and the Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association of NSW 52nd Annual State Conference in Dubbo. I also visited the newly-refurbished Lumus Imaging in Dubbo, and also had the pleasure of catching-up with some of my former constituents at the 15th anniversary of the Wellington Men’s Shed. I opened the Wellington Men’s Shed 15 years ago, and helped secure their new shed from a donation from the Australian Army (back when Wellington was still in the Parkes electorate), so it was wonderful to The Old Dubbo Gaol, the fi rst ever Dubbo Women’s Festival held in the Quad at the Western Plains Cultural Centre, and A Seat at the Table at Soul Food Depot in Narromine, plus many more, there were so many events on offer for women to attend and connect with other like-minded ladies in this region! On Saturday, I was privileged to attend the Western Rural Connect long lunch to celebrate western women doing business in the bush! My good friend and fierce female advocate, the Hon Bronnie Taylor, delivered a powerful speech and captivated the many wonderful women sitting at each table. I may have been the token male at the event, but as the Shadow Minister for Regional NSW and a passionate advocate for the success of re-
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (centre) catching-up with the Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association of NSW President, Tanya Mitchell, and Vice-President and Tertiary Convener, Robin Beckwith, at the ICPA NSW’s 52nd Annual State Conference in Dubbo. return and catch-up with the men, having played such a big role in their establishment.
Connecting communities APPLICATIONS are now open for the 2024 Telstra Connected Communities Grant Program, with grants of up to $10,000 available for not-forprofits that provide access gional people and businesses, I was energised by the strong women and fantastic stories of success I heard throughout the day. A big shout out to Keiley Noble and Maddy Preston for dreaming up and hosting a cracking event. Well done!
Melanoma March DID you hear hundreds of feet marching by the river on Saturday morning? My feet were just one pair in a stampede of many marching for a cause in the Melanoma March. It was wonderful to hear from guest speaker Fiorina Gibbons, a Melanoma and Skin Clinical Nurse Consultant for Western Area Health, and witness the power of what people on a mission can achieve, raising a whopping $40,000 from the event.
to information, technology, education, and facilities for building social capital and digital capability. The aim is to help build resilient, sustainable, and liveable communities. The Telstra Connected Community Grant Program is being run in partnership with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal. Applications close later this month. Congratulations to Em Nettle and the organising committee on such a successful event.
Women golfers at proam SOME 25 international players from 12 countries were among the 55 professional women golfers taking part in Sunday’s pro-am at Dubbo Golf Club… along with lots of keen locals! The two-round qualifying tournament for the NSW women’s golf open kicked off on Monday with $50,000 in prize money. It’s awesome to see top quality golf in regional NSW and the Dubbo Golf Club did an outstanding job preparing the course to an immaculate level! Well done! Until next time, Dugald
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NARROMINE STAR Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region Thursday, March 14, 2024
COUNCILCOLUMN PUBLIC NOTICE -TRANGIE WASTE DEPOT Narromine Shire Council announces a change in the weekend opening hours at Trangie Waste Depot, effective from March 9, 2024. The new Saturday and Sunday opening hours will be from 10 am until 2 pm. The Waste Depot will maintain its regular schedule every Wednesday and Friday from 8 am until Midday. The Trangie weekly kerbside green, yellow, and red lidded bins service to town residents will continue without any changes. To provide more convenient waste disposal options, Narromine Shire Council is launching a free trial “click and collect” bulk rubbish Ài Û> ÃÞÃÌi ëiV w V> Þ v À Trangie town residents. This trial period will run until July 26, 2024. From Monday, March 11, 2024, residents can book the delivery of a skip bin to their residence Ì À Õ} Ì i Õ V ° " Vi w i`] Council will promptly pick up the bin. Trangie residents interested in availing of this free service are encouraged to contact Narromine Shire Council at 6889 9999 to schedule the delivery of their bulk rubbish collection bin.
ROAD CLOSURES and ROAD SAFETY Up to date road closures and information is available on Council’s website, by phoning council or via social media channels. Motorists are reminded to proceed with caution on all roads. For information about Narromine Shire Council’s roads go to www.narromine.nsw.gov.au/ residents/road-conditions Live updates, traveller information and personalised alerts for all NSW roads including Narromine Shire Council’s roads please visit ÜÜÜ° ÛiÌÀ>vw V°V É All motorists are reminded not Ì `À Ûi Ì À Õ} y `Ü>ÌiÀà and to drive to the conditions of the road. Water that is covering roadways may be deeper and v>ÃÌiÀ y Ü } Ì > > Ì V «>Ìi` and/or the road may have suffered extensive damage hidden beneath the water. Flagrant and irresponsible disregard for this appeal could lead to prosecution to the full extent of the law. In life threatening situations call 000 (Triple Zero) for emergency help y `à V> Ì i -7 - - £ÎÓ 500.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES – FRRR Seeking funding to support a community project? FRRR’s Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Program is now open. The SRC Small and Vital program aims to give small remote, rural and regional communities across Australia an opportunity to access funding to support broad community needs. Grants up to $10,000 are available for initiatives that strengthen local people, places, and climate solutions with a preference for smaller communities (populations under 15,000). Find out more: frrr.org.au/
TAKING CARE AT ROADWORKS As there are numerous road improvement upgrades across the Shire, Council would like to remind motorists to prioritise their safety at roadworks. Approach roadworks with caution, slow down, look for hazards and be prepared to stop. All motorists must obey the regulatory signs and designated speed limit at roadworks, look out for road workers and obey signals from ÌÀ>vw V V ÌÀ iÀð
RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERSHIP and REGISTRATION All pet owners are reminded that companion animals must be under effective control (on a lead under the control of a competent person) while in a public place unless they are in a leash free area. Council operates a leash free area at the eastern end of Rotary Park on Culling Street Narromine. Any person wishing to register a cat or dog can do so at Council’s Customer Service and Payments Centre at 118 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. For further information about caring for dogs and cats and looking after pets during the heat of summer please visit: www. narromine.nsw.gov.au/residents COMPLAINTS REGARDING ROAMING & STRAY DOGS If you have any concerns regarding roaming and stray dogs, dogs off leash, barking dogs, dogs in prohibited areas e.g. schools and playgrounds and/or nuisance dogs, cats and dog attacks. Complaints must be telephoned through to Council’s Customer Service "vw ViÀÃ LÞ « } äÓ Ènn 9999 so they can immediately be registered with Council and v ÀÜ>À`i` Ì Ì i Ài iÛ> Ì vw ViÀÃ for action. SERVICE NSW in NARROMINE & TRANGIE Service NSW Mobile Centre will be visiting Trangie on Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 9am 12pm° "ÕÌÃ `i /À> } i LÀ>ÀÞ] ÎÈ Dandaloo Street. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH COUNCIL There is a variety of career opportunities currently available. Please visit Council’s website for further information www. narromine.nsw.gov.au/council/ employment
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Thursday, March 14, 2024 Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region NARROMINE STAR
International Women’s Day
Over 100 women gathered to take “A Seat At The Table” in Narromine on International Women’s Day. PHOTOS: NARROMINE STAR.
Down The Lane, Dubbo, was the place to be for the Western Rural Connect Women’s Week Celebration Long Lunch. PHOTOS: DUBBO ELECTORATE/WRC.
WRC team coordinates celebration long lunch By SHARON BONTHUYS
Did you take a seat at the table on International Women’s Day? These ladies did. PHOTO: NARROMINE STAR.
Local ladies take a seat at the table By SHARON BONTHUYS AROUND 100 women gathered in Narromine on International Women’s Day to engage in a conversation with some of the region’s most influential and dynamic women. Organised by Kate Wade from One More Event, the Seat At The Table evening at Soul Food Depot on March 8 included a panel discussion hosted by Rachel Viant featuring Gimme Store creator Lydia Kirkland, Mannpower creative Emily Mann, and Wiradjuri photographer Alicia Frail of Alicia May Photography. Media personality Zoe Marshall was also a special guest speaker at the event which also featured live music, delicious food and drink.
Attendees heard honest and candid conversations around ‘purpose’, looking at how individuals’ mindset, drive and selfworth can play a role in affording the opportunities meant for them, but also looking at the challenges facing women. Emily Mann told the audience that her business was continually evolving and it was important to her to be doing good work that both satisfies and feeds her soul. “I started my business thinking that it was going to be one thing and then very quickly realised that I could work where the demand was. I’m very comfortable with the fact my business will continue to evolve and grow, and the idea that my purpose will evolve,” she said. “My purpose at the moment is to help small businesses tell their story.”
Lydia Kirkland spoke about her own personal experience of navigating change, moving from a performing arts focus in university to journalism and a career in the media, public relations and communications, then pivoting again then as a small business owner with successful accessories supplier, Gimme Store. “I had to accept that life wasn’t going to take the direction that I always thought it was going to take. You’ve got to accept that [your direction] can change because it can be very jolting when things don’t play out as you imagined them going to be,” Lydia said, indicating the work she is doing now “fi lls my personal cup”. Alicia Frail found her purpose through uncertainty and changing circumstances, she said, pivoting away from a career in primary teaching to
THE team from Western Rural Connect gathered again last weekend to host its fi rst big event of 2024, in support of NSW Women’s Week and International Women’s Day. The Western Women Doing Business in the Bush: Women’s Week Celebration Long Lunch was held at Down The Lane in Dubbo. The weather was warm but the camaraderie was even warmer at the well-attended event which brought western women together from around the region. Journalist Grace Ryan, founder of The Catch Up, hosted the event which featured Shadow Minister for Regional Health, Trade and Seniors, The Hon. Bronnie Taylor MLC, as guest speaker. Jenny Taylor, District Manager of Suncorp Central NSW, also provided a session on ‘Business Tips from the Bank Manager’. A panel discussion about business journeys brought together local entrepreneurs Rachel Ferdinand (Fitstop Dubbo), Kate Banks, (By Banks), and Errin Williamson, (Church Street Café, Down the Lane, Not Another Distillery, Juicey Boys and Jimmy Barnet Espresso). Another stellar event by all accounts, which was also attended by the Member for the Dubbo Electorate, Dugald Saunders MP. The Women’s Week Celebration Long Lunch was supported by the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, through funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.
photography, which had been a side interest, while focusing on the needs of her family. Her work with First Nations families has also gained interest from outside the region. “My passion now is with photography, especially now that I’m going on with my First Nations photography and giving back to our communities and First Nations families, particularly around our area. “But I’m also so honored that other communities statewide are now reaching out to me and asking me to come to their communities to do the exact [same] project for First Nations communities [elsewhere]. I’m a strong believer that everything happens for a reason.” Organiser Kate Wade was thrilled with the turnout at what is intended to be the fi rst of many such events. She told the Narromine Star that
a partnership with Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana would allow more Seats At The Table events to be held around the region, benefiting many more women.
Myff Clarke named 2024 Dubbo Electorate Woman of the Year MUDGEE local Myff Clarke was named the Dubbo electorate Woman of the Year 2024 last week, in recognition of her significant support for the community. Dugald Saunders MP commended Myff on the honour, recognising her passion and the positive impact she has made in the Mudgee area. “This is a well-deserved honour for Myff.
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International Women’s Day
Myff Clarke with Dubbo Electorate MP, Dugald Saunders. PHOTO: DUBBO ELECTORATE.
NASCA staff and students celebrate International Women’s Day at Narromine High with much loved family and friends. PHOTOS: NASCA/NHS.
Fast facts: Women in agriculture BAE Systems will honour Flight Lieutenant Robyn Williams (left) and Officer Cadet Deborah Hicks with engineering scholarships for regional women. PHOTO: BAE SYSTEMS AUSTRALIA. Her commitment and ongoing contribution to community groups and the Children’s Medical Research Institute through the Mudgee committee is significant, and I am pleased to be able to recognise her with this award. “Myff is an inspiration and highlights that the Dubbo electorate is an empowering place for women to live, work and visit.” The Local Woman of the Year Awards is an annual program celebrating outstanding women in local communities. This is a separate program which runs alongside the prestigious Women of the Year Awards program. Myff joined NSW Regional Woman of the Year fi nalist Rochelle Olsen, and One to Watch fi nalist, Izabelle Kelly, both from Dubbo, at the NSW Woman of the Year Awards in Sydney last week. Theresa Mitchell from Banora Point, who founded homelessness charity Agape Outreach Inc, was named NSW Regional Woman of the Year.
BAE Systems offers engineering scholarships for regional women BAE Systems Australia will offer academic scholarships to women
from regional Australia who aspire to study engineering ahead of a career in defence industry. Inspired by the achievements of two trailblazing women and aligned to this year’s International Women’s Day theme “Count Her In: Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”, the company announced the inaugural “Williams Hicks Engineering Scholarship” for women from regional Australia. In 1988, Flight Lieutenant Robyn Williams and Officer Cadet Deborah Hicks etched their names in history as the fi rst Australian women to become pilots in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). Deborah was the youngest female pilot in Australia to fly solo, and Robyn was one of the RAAF’s fi rst female engineers. The scholarship will provide a pathway for talented women from regional areas to be supported through their engineering degree and, upon graduation, pursue a career of infinite possibilities with BAE Systems Australia. Applications open in August 2024, with the fi rst four scholarship winners announced in January 2025. The program is envisaged to grow through the addition of four scholarships per year, ultimately supporting up to 16 female engineering students from regional Australia. BAE Systems will also provide
work placement opportunities for scholarship students while they study, providing invaluable industry experience and contributing to job-readiness at the completion of their studies. Ben Hudson, Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems Australia, said: “We are passionate about championing gender equity across our business. The scholarship program we’re launching celebrates the inspirational story of both Deborah and Robyn and will provide pathways for women from regional Australia to pursue rewarding careers in the high technology defence sector.” Further information is available on the company’s website.
NASCA staff and students celebrate IWD By NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL THE Narromine High School NASCA (National Aboriginal Sporting Chance Academy) staff and students hosted an International Women’s Day Afternoon Tea on Friday, March 8. NASCA students were asked to bring a photo of an important woman in their lives as well as a quote about them, which made for a very impressive photo board.
WOMEN are increasingly staking their claim in the agricultural sector, with more than 88,000 women working in agriculture in 2023. Celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8, Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) Deputy Secretary Tess Bishop said women account for more than a third of the agricultural workforce, making significant yet often unrecognised contribution to businesses and communities across Australia. “Women have long played a vital role in agriculture and have often been overlooked. Today is about celebrating and recognising the diversity of our sector and the key role women hold now and for future growth,” Ms Bishop said. “An increasing number of women are achieving qualifications in agriculture, including agricultural science, animal husbandry and wool science.” Here are some fast facts from DAFF about women in agriculture: f From 2016 to 2021, the number of women employed in agriculture grew by 7,105 workers, representing almost two-thirds (66 per cent) of the overall expansion in the agricultural industry. f Sheep, beef cattle and grain farming accounted for 42 per cent of women working in the agricultural sector. f According to the latest Australian Census, 48 per cent of women working in agriculture were employed as managers in 2021, down from 52 per cent in 2016. However, their number still increased between 2016 (37,787 female managers) and 2021 (38,275 female managers). f DAFF’s gender balance for women on portfolio boards is 48 per cent, with 52 per cent held by men.
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Classroom News
So much to be proud of at St Augustine’s
By ST AUGUSTINE’S PARISH SCHOOL
Let your Light Shine
EVERY Monday morning at assembly and in the newsletter, we share our character virtue focus for the week. This is a special award presented to one child from each class who exemplifies outstanding character virtues. They have demonstrated a sense of empathy, kindness, and respect for others, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere within the school. Congratulations to Tommy Leader, Alex Roberts, Ruby Baldwinson and Ted Richardson.
Swimming Champions
CONGRATULATIONS to our swimming champions: Bella Smyth, Indi Brotherton, Ivy Richardson, Paddy Stanley, Henry Redden and Jaxon Morrissey. Let your light shine. PHOTOS: ST AUGUSTINE’S PARISH SCHOOL.
A Role Model and a Reader
NELLY Tink is a great role model for St Augustine’s. Our School Captain has been awarded a Premier’s Reading Challenge Gold Award for outstanding reading across many years. We are proud of Nelly.
Year 6 Assembly
LAST Friday, Stage Three led St Augustine’s in prayer at the school assembly. We are very fortunate to have such an amazing group of students in our Stage Three class.
Swimming Champions.
Year 6 prayer and assembly.
Discovery day challenges scientific minds at NPS
The Narromine Public School team who took on the Science and Engineering Challenge in Dubbo. PHOTOS: NARROMINE PUBLIC SCHOOL.
Developing critical thinking and organisational skills in the carnival challenge – Ava White and Ally Gill.
Alexis Duck and Maddie Syme making turbines. By NARROMINE PUBLIC SCHOOL
Bridge builders Archie Craft, Noel Powell, Joe Robertson and Jed Sunderland.
THIRTY Narromine Public School students have been flexing their skills at the Rotary Western Plains Science and Engineering Discovery Day in Dubbo. This national program aims to provide meaningful, hands-on experiences to inspire more young
people in the areas of science and engineering. The students achieved many great results, such as designing aircraft, building bridges, running a power grid, making wind turbines, investigating fibre optics and designing a fish trap system based on a site at Brewarrina.
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Boys to the Bush launched at NHS By NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL
Getting out in the fresh air with BTTB. PHOTOS: NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL.
Heading to the river at Webbs Reserve.
THE Boys to the Bush program officially launched at Narromine High School on February 29. The five-week program has been designed to work with male students to improve their engagement within the local community while developing respectful relationships. The focus of the program encompasses various essential aspects including building respectful relationships, fostering resilience, managing and maintaining relationships, and promoting harm minimization for potential risk-taking behaviors. Narromine High School Relieving Principal, Mrs Lucy Burns, said there were ten students participating in the program. “Boys to the Bush is a fantastic initiative that will instill the students with a sense of connectiveness with the community,” Mrs Burns said. “Over the next five weeks, our students will be out and about participating in non-structured volunteering and community work at various businesses and locations in Narromine.” Boys the Bush Location Manager – Dubbo, Mr Chad Parkes, said he was pleased with the active engagement and enthu-
siasm from the students at the fi rst activity, which involved a garbage collection at the Narromine Wetlands. “After completing our cleanup efforts, we proceeded to Webbs Reserve for some fishing and swimming. Despite not having much luck with fishing, the students thoroughly enjoyed the experience, especially as a means to beat the heat of the day,” Mr Parkes said. “Following lunch, the boys were treated to a tour of the Boys to the Bush Office in Dubbo, where they were introduced to additional staff members, further expanding their network of positive male role models,” Mr Parkes said. Throughout the day, informal conversations between staff and participants were prevalent, fostering deeper connections and understanding. All students demonstrated active engagement and enthusiasm, eagerly anticipating the activities planned for the following week. “Overall, Week One of the Boys to the Bush program was a resounding success, setting a positive tone for the weeks to come as we continue to empower and support our participants on their journey of personal growth and development,” Mr Parkes said.
NHS explores science and engineering challenges
PHOTOS: NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL.
By NARROMINE HIGH SCHOOL ON Monday, March 4, 17 students from Narromine High School competed in the Rotary Western Plains Science and Engineering Discovery Day in Dubbo. They had a variety of activities to complete in the science and engineering challenge, ranging from building a windmill, con-
structing electricity networks and learning how to schedule tasks. While we didn’t come away with the gold medal, the students had a wonderful time. Thank you to Mrs Mallon and Ms Brown for all of your work behind the scenes to ensure the day ran smoothly.
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Puzzles
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Happily Never After. (2022) 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 1. Collingwood v Sydney. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.15 Armchair Experts. 12.00 Miles In Front. 2.00 The Arrangement. 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 MOVIE: My Best Friend’s Wedding. (1997) 9.45 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010) 12.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 12.00 9-1-1. 3.00 Britain’s Got Talent. 5.50 MOVIE: The Karate Kid. (1984) 8.30 MOVIE: Total Recall. (2012) Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica Biel. 10.55 MOVIE: Lucy In The Sky. (2019) 1.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Ready Steady Cook. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Hawai’i. 11.15 Diagnosis Murder. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Becker. 12.00 Frasier. 1.00 The Big Bang Theory. 2.00 Two And A Half Men. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.00 Hardball. 5.25 Miraculous. 5.55 Still So Awkward. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.40 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 8.00 Transformers: EarthSpark. 8.25 Dragon Ball Super. 9.10 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.35 Utopia Falls. 11.15 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Fireman Sam. 6.40 Andy’s Wild Adventures. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? The Unseen Bits. 8.30 MOVIE: The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. (2010) 10.30 Would I Lie To You? 11.00 QI. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News. 6.00 News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Evening News. 8.00 Planet America: Fireside Chat. 8.45 ABC News Tonight. 9.00 The World. 9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: West Of Zanzibar. (1954) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Dynasties II. 8.40 MOVIE: The Vow. (2012) 10.45 MOVIE: If I Stay. (2014) 12.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 Over The Black Dot. 3.05 BBC News At Ten. 3.35 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 4.05 PBS News. 5.05 Joy Of Painting. 5.35 TVNZ 1News At Six. 6.15 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Death In Paradise. 1.30 Miniseries: Life After Life. 2.40 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 3.10 Extraordinary Escapes. 4.00 Universe With Brian Cox. 5.00 Better Date Than Never. 5.30 Landline. 6.00 Australian Story. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Miniseries: Life After Life. 8.25 Endeavour. 10.00 House Of Gods. 11.00 Happy Valley. 12.00 Rage.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. The All-Star Mile and Chandon Ladies Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 7.30 MOVIE: Ford V Ferrari. (2019) 10.35 MOVIE: Baby Driver. (2017) 1.00 The Arrangement. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Get Clever. 5.00 House Of Wellness.
6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Great Australian Detour. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 The Pet Rescuers. 1.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 2.30 David Attenborough’s Dynasties II. 3.30 Renovate Or Rebuild. 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Space Invaders. 8.30 MOVIE: Jason Bourne. (2016) Matt Damon, Tommy Lee Jones, Alicia Vikander. 10.55 MOVIE: Into The Blue 2: The Reef. (2009) 12.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 11.30 Australian Survivor. 12.30 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 1.00 All 4 Adventure. 2.00 Wildlife Rescue Australia. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Dog House Australia. 7.40 The Dog House. 8.40 Ambulance Australia. 9.40 Ambulance UK. 10.55 So Help Me Todd. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Love Your Garden. 10.10 Vintage Voltage. 11.00 Urban Conversion. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Gymnastics. Artistic Apparatus World Cup. H’lights. 4.00 France: A Journey Through Time. 5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. 5.35 WWII Women On The Frontline. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Britain’s Most Beautiful Road. 8.30 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication. 9.30 The Wonders Of Europe. 10.30 Those Who Stayed. 11.10 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Milan-San Remo. 3.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Home Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Miles In Front. 12.00 Escape To The Country. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Horse Racing. The All-Star Mile and Chandon Ladies Day. 6.00 Heathrow. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Bossy’s Bucket List. 2.00 Motor Racing. Shannons SpeedSeries. 4.00 Supercar Customiser: Yianni. 4.30 Football. AFL. GWS Giants v North Melbourne. 7.15 Football. AFL. Geelong v St Kilda. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Behave Yourself. 12.00 The Proposal. 1.30 Britain’s Got Talent. 4.10 The Goldbergs. 5.10 MOVIE: The Emoji Movie. (2017) 7.00 MOVIE: Babe. (1995) 8.55 MOVIE: Slumdog Millionaire. (2008) Dev Patel, Freida Pinto. 11.20 MOVIE: A Clean Kill. (1999) 1.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. 2.00 JAG. 5.00 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.30 Bondi Rescue. 6.00 JAG. 7.00 Soccer. A-League Men. Round 21. Perth Glory v Western Sydney Wanderers. 10.15 NCIS: Los Angeles. 12.05 Late Programs.
6.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 The King Of Queens. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 Neighbours. 11.00 Farm To Fork. 11.30 The King Of Queens. 12.30 Australian Survivor. 3.10 Becker. 4.10 Frasier. 5.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 10.30 Friends. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.40 School Of Rock. 6.05 The Next Step. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 7.30 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.45 Kung Fu Panda. 8.20 Danger Mouse. 8.55 The PM’s Daughter. 9.20 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.45 Utopia Falls. 11.15 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Fireman Sam. 6.40 Andy’s Wild Adventures. 7.05 Karma’s World. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Live At The Apollo. 9.30 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 10.15 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL. 10.45 MythBusters. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.30 Breakfast Couch. 4.00 News. 4.30 Close Of Business. 5.00 News. 5.30 World This Week. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Aust Story. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Back Roads. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.15 Four Corners. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.20 MOVIE: Fire Over Africa. (1954) 3.00 MOVIE: Lawman. (1971) 5.00 Super Rugby Women’s. NSW Waratahs v ACT Brumbies. 7.00 Super Rugby Pacific. NSW Waratahs v Blues. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 Every Family Has A Secret. 3.15 BBC News At Ten. 3.45 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 TVNZ 1News At Six. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Who Is The Zodiac Killer? 9.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 Dream Gardens. 3.00 Nigella Bites. 3.30 The Cook And The Chef. 3.55 Grand Designs New Zealand. 4.40 Extraordinary Escapes. 5.30 The ABC Of... 6.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 House Of Gods. 9.30 Happy Valley. 10.30 A Life In Ten Pictures. 11.20 Harrow. Final. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 House Of Wellness. 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. 8.30 Lockerbie. 10.30 Quantum Leap. Return. 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 MOVIE: Jesse Stone: Death In Paradise. (2006) 2.30 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Fishing Australia. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Fish Forever. New. 1.30 Drive TV. Return. 2.00 Space Invaders. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 2. Manly Sea Eagles v Sydney Roosters. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 The First 48. 11.10 Transplant. 12.00 Family Law. 1.00 World’s Greatest Engineering Icons. 2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Luca’s Key Ingredient. 9.30 My Market Kitchen. 10.00 Farm To Fork. 10.30 Pooches At Play. 11.00 Buy To Build. 11.30 Healthy Homes. 12.00 Australian Survivor. 1.00 Planet Shapers. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 5.00 10 News First. 6.30 The Sunday Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.40 NCIS: Hawai’i. 10.40 FBI: International. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Love Your Garden. 10.10 Vintage Voltage. 11.00 Urban Conversion. 12.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 1.00 Speedweek. 2.30 Volleyball. Austn Beach Tour. Gold medal matches. 4.30 Cycling. Paris-Nice. H’lights. 5.30 Lisbon & WWII: Spies, Gold And Diplomacy. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Emerald Isles With Ardal O’Hanlon. 10.30 Pompeii: The Origins. 11.30 Egypt’s Lost City of Canopus. 12.25 Spain’s Secret Conquest. 2.45 Chernobyl: The New Evidence. 3.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Feel Good Road Trips. 3.50 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.50 I Escaped To The Country. 5.50 Imagine Rail Journeys. New. 6.20 Escape To The Country. 7.20 The Vicar Of Dibley. 8.35 Vera. 10.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Motor Racing. Shannons SpeedSeries. 4.00 Disasters At Sea. 5.00 Storage Wars: New York. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Ghostbusters: Afterlife. (2021) 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Yummy Mummies. 12.00 Holey Moley Australia. 1.30 Dancing With The Stars: All Stars. 3.00 The Amazing Race. 4.00 To Be Advised. 5.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Bondi Rescue. 2.00 Exploring Off The Grid. 2.30 Taste Of Australia: BBQ. 3.30 All 4 Adventure. 4.30 What’s Up Down Under. 5.00 Bondi Rescue. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 48 Hours. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 The Middle. 9.00 Australian Survivor. 10.00 The Big Bang Theory. 12.30 Ready Steady Cook. 1.30 The Middle. 2.30 So Help Me Todd. 4.30 Deal Or No Deal. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 South Park. 12.00 Home Shopping. 1.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 The Next Step. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 7.30 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.45 Kung Fu Panda. 8.30 Almost Naked Animals. 8.55 The PM’s Daughter. 9.20 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.45 Utopia Falls. 10.30 Rage. 11.35 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Fireman Sam. 6.40 Andy’s Wild Adventures. 7.05 Karma’s World. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 QI. 8.30 Louis Theroux: Miami Mega Jail. 9.30 You Can’t Ask That. 10.00 Ragdoll. 10.50 Death In Paradise. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 News. 2.30 Aust Story. 3.00 News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline. 5.00 News With Auslan. 5.30 News Regional. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Foreign Correspondent. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Insiders. 8.30 News Tonight. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Getaway. 12.30 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 1.55 MOVIE: Apache. (1954) 3.45 MOVIE: Red River. (1948) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Sudden Impact. (1983) Clint Eastwood, Sondra Locke, Pat Hingle. 11.00 Chicago Med. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 5.00 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 5.30 PBS Washington Week With The Atlantic. 6.00 TVNZ 1News At Six. 6.40 Ocean Wreck Investigation. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Coronado: The New Evidence. 9.35 Late Programs.
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Australia Remastered. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.10 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Grand Designs. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Q+A. 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 11.45 Planet America. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Motorbike Cops. 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Australian Idol. 8.30 The Irrational. 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 S.W.A.T. 12.00 MOVIE: Farewell, My Love. (2000) Gabrielle Fitzpatrick. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 To Be Advised. 10.00 100% Footy. 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 Court Cam. 12.00 Tipping Point. 1.00 Pointless. 2.00 Hello SA. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 The Talk. 8.00 Entertainment Tonight. 8.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 9.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 Farm To Fork. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Entertainment Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 Australian Survivor. 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. Return. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. 8.40 FBI: Most Wanted. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Peer To Peer. 9.30 Make Me A Dealer. 10.20 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 11.10 Food Markets: In The Belly Of The City. 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 Blitz Spirit With Lucy Worsley. 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Finding Your Roots. 8.30 The 2010s. 9.20 24 Hours In Emergency. 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Blanca. Final. 11.50 Darkness: Those Who Kill. 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. 1.30 The Real Seachange. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Hotel Inspector. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Foyle’s War. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 2.30 NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. H’lights. 3.30 Billy The Exterminator. 4.00 Storage Wars. 4.30 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Opal Hunters. 8.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 To Be Advised. 12.00 9-1-1. 3.00 Modern Family. 3.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 4.30 Bondi Vet. 6.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order: Trial By Jury. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Home Shopping. 8.00 Healthy Homes Australia. 8.30 All 4 Adventure. 9.30 iFish. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 Tough Tested. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 10.20 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 Evil. 12.15 Home Shopping. 2.15 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 JAG.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. 1.00 Charmed. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Farm To Fork. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Still So Awkward. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.40 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 8.00 Hotel Transylvania. 8.25 Almost Naked Animals. 8.50 The PM’s Daughter. 9.15 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.40 Utopia Falls. 10.25 Rage. 11.30 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.40 Andy’s Global Adventures. Return. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MythBusters. Final. 9.20 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 10.10 Louis Theroux: By Reason Of Insanity. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Parliament. 3.10 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 ABC Evening News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Dr Quinn. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Champagne Charlie. (1944) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 9.40 Whitstable Pearl. 10.40 Dalgliesh. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 BBC News At Ten. 3.20 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 3.45 ABC America This Week. 4.40 PBS News Weekend. 5.10 TVNZ 1News At Six. 5.50 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.25 Late Programs.
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NARROMINE STAR Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region Thursday, March 14, 2024
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 Kenan. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.20 Family Law. 12.10 Tipping Point. 1.05 Pointless. 2.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Neighbours. 9.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Entertainment Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 Australian Survivor. 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Australian Survivor. Final. 9.15 Aaron Chen Comedy Special. 10.15 NCIS. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.20 Make Me A Dealer. 10.10 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 11.00 Food Markets: In The Belly Of The City. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.10 The 2010s. 3.00 Mastermind Aust. 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS World News Late. 10.30 Great British Railway Journeys. 11.05 Blackout: Tomorrow Is Too Late. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Feel Good Road Trips. 3.00 The Hotel Inspector. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.40 A Touch Of Frost. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Adventure Gold Diggers. 2.00 Frozen Gold. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Modern Family. 3.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 4.30 Bondi Vet. 6.30 First Dates Australia. 7.35 First Dates UK. 8.40 MOVIE: I Feel Pretty. (2018) Amy Schumer, Michelle Williams. 10.55 MOVIE: The Eyes Of Tammy Faye. (2021) 1.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 9.30 FBI. 10.30 Socceroos Preview Show. 11.00 FBI. 11.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 King Of Queens. 2.00 Big Bang. 3.00 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Still So Awkward. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.40 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 8.00 Hotel Transylvania. 8.25 Almost Naked Animals. 8.50 The PM’s Daughter. 9.15 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.40 Phoenix Rise. 10.10 Rage. 11.15 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 6.40 Andy’s Global Adventures. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.10 Upstart Crow. 9.45 Double Parked. 10.10 Portlandia. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Parliament. 2.25 Interest Rate Decision. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News. 6.00 News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Evening News. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dr Quinn. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Saraband For Dead Lovers. (1948) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Marple. 10.40 The Killer Nanny: Did She Do It? 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 How It Feels To Be Free. 3.10 BBC News At Ten. 3.40 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 TVNZ 1News At Six. 5.50 Alone: The Beast. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Vikings: The Rise And Fall. 9.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Q+A. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Grand Designs. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 9.05 This Is Going To Hurt. Final. 9.50 Planet America. Final. 10.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 The Business. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: My Life As A Dead Girl. (2015) 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club. Final. 8.35 The Front Bar. 9.35 Crime Investigation Australia. 11.05 The Latest: Seven News. 11.35 Talking Footy. 12.35 Parenthood. 1.35 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 Abby’s. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Married At First Sight. 9.00 Under Investigation. 10.00 9News Late. 10.30 See No Evil. 11.30 The Equalizer. 12.20 Tipping Point. 1.10 Pointless. 2.00 Destination WA. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. 4.30 A Current Affair. 5.00 9News Early. 5.30 Today.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Neighbours. 9.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Entertainment Tonight. 1.30 Australian Survivor. 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. 8.40 Ambulance Australia. 9.40 FBI: International. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.20 Make Me A Dealer. 10.10 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 11.00 Food Markets: In The Belly Of The City. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.45 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Australia’s Sleep Revolution. 8.30 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. New. 9.30 Kin. Final. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Blinded. 11.45 The Wall: The Chateau Murder. 3.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Hotel Inspector. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Barrett-Jackson: Revved Up. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Highway Cops. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 12.00 9-1-1. 3.00 Modern Family. 3.30 First Dates Australia. 4.30 Bondi Vet. 6.30 First Dates Australia. 7.35 First Dates UK. 8.40 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. 9.40 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Home Shopping. 8.00 Healthy Homes Australia. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Bull. 8.30 NCIS. 9.25 Hawaii Five-0. 10.20 NCIS: Hawai’i. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 NBL Slam. 1.30 Big Bang. 2.00 So Help Me Todd. 3.00 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Still So Awkward. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.40 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 8.00 Hotel Transylvania. 8.25 Almost Naked Animals. 8.50 The PM’s Daughter. 9.15 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.40 Phoenix Rise. 10.15 Rage. 11.20 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 6.40 Andy’s Global Adventures. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Death In Paradise. 9.30 Ragdoll. 10.20 Killing Eve. Final. 11.00 Would I Lie To You? 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Parliament. 3.10 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 ABC Evening News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Explore. 2.05 Dr Quinn. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Spring In Park Lane. (1948) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Forensics: Catching The Killer. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 Abandoned. 3.10 BBC News At Ten. 3.40 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 TVNZ 1News At Six. 5.50 Alone: The Beast. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Robert De Niro: Hiding In The Spotlight. 9.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Compass. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Whale With Steve Backshall. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.15 Grand Designs. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. 9.20 Antiques Roadshow. 10.20 Better Date Than Never. 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 This Is Going To Hurt. Final. 12.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: A Glass Of Revenge. (2022) 2.00 Your Money & Your Life. 2.30 Border Security: International. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 8.30 America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League. 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 The Amazing Race. 12.30 Fortitude. 1.30 Medical Emergency. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Married At First Sight. 1.30 My Way. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Penrith Panthers v Brisbane Broncos. 9.55 Thursday Night Knock Off. 10.40 9News Late. 11.10 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 12.00 A+E After Dark. 1.00 Tipping Point. 2.00 Getaway. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Neighbours. 9.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 9.30 Deal Or No Deal. 10.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 10.30 Judge Judy. 11.00 Dr Phil. 12.00 10 News First: Midday. 1.00 Entertainment Tonight. 1.30 Judge Judy. 2.00 Dr Phil. 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. 8.40 Gogglebox Australia. 9.40 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Blue Bloods. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.15 Peer To Peer. 9.45 Make Me A Dealer. 10.35 Kew Gardens: Season By Season. 11.25 Vanitas. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Surviving An American Concentration Camp. 3.00 Where Are You Really From? 3.45 The Cook Up. 4.15 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Bettany Hughes: The Silk Road Treasures. 8.30 Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy. 9.20 The Vanishing Triangle. 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 The Coroner. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Force: BTL. 2.00 Secrets Of The Supercars. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL. St Kilda v Collingwood. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Modern Family. 3.30 First Dates Australia. 4.30 Bondi Vet. 6.30 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. 7.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. 8.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 9.30 The Amazing Race. 11.00 How To Look Good Naked. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 1.30 NCIS. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 Soccer. AFC 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Second round. Australia v Lebanon. 10.30 NCIS: New Orleans. 11.25 Bull. 12.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Big Bang Theory. 2.00 Two And A Half Men. 3.00 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 4.30 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 Two And A Half Men. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.55 Still So Awkward. 6.30 Operation Ouch! 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.40 The Penguins Of Madagascar. 8.00 Hotel Transylvania. 8.25 Almost Naked Animals. 8.50 The PM’s Daughter. 9.15 Dwight In Shining Armour. 9.40 Phoenix Rise. 10.15 Rage. 11.20 Close.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 6.40 Andy’s Global Adventures. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Hard Quiz. 9.00 Gruen. 9.40 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 10.10 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 10.55 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Parliament. 3.10 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 ABC Evening News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Explore. 2.05 Dr Quinn. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Manuela. (1957) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Australia Behind Bars. 9.30 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.20 The Pizza Show. 3.10 BBC News At Ten. 3.40 ABC World News Tonight With David Muir. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 TVNZ 1News At Six. 5.50 Alone: The Beast. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 Late Programs.
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Crossmath
No. 128
Solutions
Insert each number from 1 to 9 in the shaded squares to solve all the horizontal and vertical equations. Multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction.
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No. 128
7 × 8 × 3 = 168 × × + 9 – 2 + 5 = 12 + × + 4 – 1 + 6 = 9 = = = 67 16 14
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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.10 Surveillance Oz. 1.30 Motorbike Cops. 2.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 9.30 First Dates UK. 10.35 The Latest: Seven News. 11.05 Born To Kill? 12.05 Your Money & Your Life. 12.35 Emerald City. 1.35 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 21
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Foreign Correspondent. 10.30 Kurt Fearnley’s One Plus One. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Tenable. 4.15 Antiques Roadshow. 5.10 Grand Designs. 6.00 Back Roads. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Better Date Than Never. 9.05 Whale With Steve Backshall. 9.55 You Can’t Ask That. Final. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. 11.05 Four Corners. 11.50 Late Programs.
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Thursday, March 14, 2024 Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region NARROMINE STAR
In Brief
Around the traps… HERE are the latest news grabs from around the shire and beyond. f Another Men’s Breakfast is on in Narromine this Saturday providing local blokes with the opportunity to enjoy some banter over brekky. Contact Phil at the Anglican Church for more info about this free event. f Don’t forget Trangie campdraft is on this Easter. Follow them on social media for more info. f Confused about what artificial intelligence (AI) is? TAFE NSW is offering a free online 2.5-hour ‘Introduction to AI’ microskill course via its Institute of Applied Technology (IAT)– Digital. There are a range of other free courses available at the IAT-Digital. Check out their page on the TAFE NSW website. f Soccer, anyone? Registrations are now open online for Narromine Soccer Club. Training to commence soon. Follow the club on social media for more info.
f Narromine Hotel is holding a Ladies Night later this month, complete with karaoke and market stalls. Follow them on social media for more info. f Head to the Local Land Services’ website to sign up for their free email newsletters. Their Better Biosecurity Series is excellent reading. f Variety Heart Scholarships help children with an existing talent while living with disability, chronic illness or fi nancial hardships to achieve their full potential. Applications will open in May so check out the Variety website for more details. f Narromine fi ries are on a mission to raise $2,000 to support the Children’s Hospital Burns Unit. They’ve raised over $300 so far and you can support Team 401 Narromine at Beat The Burn. Go you good things! f Tottenham Hotel wants the world to know it’s open for business with rooms and meals available. Thunderbirds are go! No stupid storm will keep this place down. f Narromine VRA has been selected to be in
Garage sale coming! By SHARON BONTHUYS IF anyone knows how to do a garage sale well, it's the fine folk down at the Narromine Women’s Shed. The hard working ladies whose creative efforts support community groups in Narromine and premature babies at the Dubbo Base Hospital are planning to hold another garage sale on Saturday week and are busy compiling items for sale. The old Wesley chapel on Dandaloo Street will once again be transformed into a treas-
ure trove of bargains for the garage sale. Women’s Shed Treasurer Leona Lodding hopes the community will enjoy a stroll past the tables that will contain books, bric-abrac, household items and so much more. If anyone has any spare wool that they would like to donate to the Narromine Women’s Shed for the items they’re busy making for premmie babies in the region, feel free to bring it along to the garage sale. Details of the garage sale can be found in the classifieds.
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Greater Bank’s Greater Central West Community Funding Program this month. To help them get the funds, vote between now and the end of the month. See the Greater Bank website for details. f Do you obey the speed limits around roadworks? Your life and those of others on the road and working on site could depend on it. f Narromine Local Aboriginal Land Council is having an Easter colouring-in competition. Entries due in by the last Monday in March. Pop in to the LALC office for copies of the beautifully designed pictures to colour in, and more details. f Got a child who wants to roar? Come and Try Days are on for Narromine Junior Gorillas (rugby union) for the next five Saturdays, starting this week. Follow them on social media for more info. f Round up your brains trusts for trivia night on the last Tuesday of the month at the Narromine bowlo, with funds supporting the Narromine Hospital Auxiliary. Arrive early to get a good table and get ready to play HARD.
CWA RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Super-easy fruitcake Contributed by THE NARROMINE CWA
you this week.
THIS week we have a great recipe for a very moist, super-delicious fruitcake. Who doesn’t like a slice of fruit cake with their morning tea? Especially one made from a tried and true CWA recipe! Believe it or not, fruitcake is so important it has its own page on Wikipedia. The page cites a reference from Joseph Vehling who wrote a book in 1977 about cooking in ancient Rome, suggesting there was a form of fruitcake served way back then featuring pomegranate seeds, pine nuts and raisins mixed in a barley mash. For something different, you could always turn back time and add these popular ingredients from ancient Roman cooking into the recipe we’ve got for
Ingredients: 1kg mixed dried fruit 600ml chocolate or mocha milk 3/4 cup Baileys or other liqueur 2 cups self-raising flour (sifted) Method: Mix the chocolate or mocha milk with the mixed dried fruit and add the liqueur to taste. Mix well then let the mixture soak overnight in the fridge. Add the self-raising flour and stir in well. Spread into a lined 20cm square tin and bake until set, about 1 1/2 hours at 150 degrees C. When cooked, leave in the tin for about five minutes then turn out onto a cake cooler. This is a very moist cake. Did you enjoy this recipe? Follow Narromine CWA on social media.
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NARROMINE STAR Local News for the Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley region Thursday, March 14, 2024
Sport RACING NG REPORT ORT By COLIN HODGES CORIAH Keatings is quickly working up the ladder in the apprentice jockey ranks and her winning treble at Cowra on Monday, March 4 included the 1700 metres Club Cowra Diggers Cup on the Danielle Seib, Goulburn-trained Chaotic Beauty. Patiently ridden by Keatings, Chaotic Beauty settled at the tail of the field with Bobby’s Secret and Avalicious leading the way from Aussie
Winning treble for Keatings at Cowra Pharoah and Eva’s Deel. In the straight, Chaotic Beauty ($3.40 to $3.10) swept down the outside to win by a length from Avalicious (Georgina McDonnell, $7) and Frau Holle (Ken Dunbar, $26). With 14 placings but still winless after 58 starts, Sensei Jackie had Coriah Keatings in the saddle for the fi rst time when contesting the 1375 metres Cowra Motors Country Boosted Maiden Handicap. Shaking off joint leader Donna Emilia, Sensei Jackie ($3) broke clear and held on to beat Flying Dubawi (Michael Heagney, $2.50 to $2.05 favourite) with Beograd Boy (Damon Budler, $6) in third place.
Despite being the winner of a sole race, the numerous placings have enabled the Dar Lunn-trained Sensei Jackie to accumulate over $96,000 prizemoney for the owner’s Guy Mitchell from Binnaway and Rob Pratten from Dubbo. Queanbeyan trainer Rex Cole supplied the other winner for Coriah Keatings, Chairman’s List in the 1200 metres Dennis Wheyway Memorial Memorial Benchmark 58 Handicap. After a stride for stride battle over the final 120 metres, Chairman’s List ($4.40) prevailed by a short half head over Can Do It (Will Stanley, $3.70 favourite) with My Giro-
na (Jake Pracey-Holmes, $6) fi nishing third. Parkes trainer Sharon Jeffries has been enjoying a winning run over recent meetings and she combined again with Orange-based apprentice Will Stanley to win the 1100 metres Happy 30th Katie Core Country Boosted Class One Handicap. Raced by Jim Connors and partners, Destiny’s Bounty ($3.90) led for home and fought on well to beat Single Attraction (Jake Pracey-Holmes, $3.70) and Luscious (Michael Heagney, $51). Formerly from France, jockey Pierre Boudvillain is establishing a successful re-
lationship with Canberra trainer John Rolfe and they had a winning double at Cowra, Rangatira ($4.20) in the 1375 metres Thank You Barrier Attendants Class One Handicap and Arctic Desert $6) in the 1200 metres Signs R Us Maiden Plate. Wrapping up a good day’s racing at Cowra, four kilogram calming apprentice Jade McKenzie had the Aaron Clarke, Braidwood-trained Artist Bee ($15) handy to the lead before beating Gutsy (Olivia Chambers, $8.50) and Kissing Supido (Jake Pracey-Holmes, $17) in the 950 metres Alf Rose Appreciation Of Cowra Benchmark 58 Handicap.
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GOLF NOTES
24 is the top score
Gerries lead Busines House comp
By NORM LEWIS LAST week in the Gerries Golf competition, the winners of both the ladies and men’s competitions had top scores of 24 points. In the Ladies event played on the back nine with a field of seven players, there was a three-way tie on 24 points. Marj Kelly won on a count back with Bev Woods in second place and Gail White third. Well played to each of these players. The Ladies’ NAGA (prize name too rude to print!) prize went to Jeanette O’Brien on 18 points. Over on the front nine, eight men battled it out on the course and here we saw another tie on 24 points between Jamie Roberts and Ross Smith. The count back declared Jamie the winner, and he is in top form at the moment. No doubt the Handicapper will catch up soon. Jamie also won the new raffle prize introduced by Captain Terry so he did very well that day. A new member of the Gerries, Glen Monaghan, was welcomed to the field and he had the pleasure of winning the NAGA prize on 16 points. There was no winner of the Nearest the Pin competitions for the ladies or men so the jackpot must be building up. Next week, the ladies are on the front nine and the men on the back nine with the early morning hit off at the usual time. A note… the winter comp will start in April, not March as I mentioned last week, with the afternoon hit off time we all know. That’s all for this week, see you all at the 19th.
By NORM LEWIS WITH only two rounds left in the Robert Handsaker Ford Business House competition, The Gerries lead the way from Double Delights and The Phantoms. Last Wednesday, some 72 players were on the course for round 19 of this popular event. Winners on the day were Dozer Chicks, with an amended score of 20. Top scores in this round were Clint Davies, 28, Chris Holder, 25, Bev Woods, 25, Anne Harmer, 23, and Greg Wallace, 22. The Nearest the Pins (NTP) were won by Matt Coen on the third, Alex Sambrook on the ninth, Peter Hutchinson on the 10th and Bill Gibbs on the 17th. The
CRACKERJACK’S BOWLS COLUMN
Quarterfinal results By JOHN EDWARDS THE quarter fi nals of the A-Grade Singles championships were played on Saturday at Narromine Bowling Club with Robbie Stanford defeating Bruce Maher, Ben Clark defeating Alex Sambrook, Henry Buttsworth defeating Kevin Rider and Adam Jermyn overcoming Kane Adams. Semi-fi nals this Saturday will see Robbie taking on Henry and Ben doing battle with Adam. Both games are being played just before lunch so come along and see some quality bowls. Upcoming events in the club: Trivia Tuesday is the last Tuesday of the month and will support Narromine Hospital Auxiliary. This is always a fun night and raises funds for the community so come on down. Our Easter seafood raffles will occur on the last Thursday of the month with 30 trays to be won right before the big long weekend. Our usual meat raffles are on twice a week. Join us also for social bowls twice a week so come along and have a roll. Until next week, Crackerjack.
straight drives were won by Ray Anning on the fi rst and Des Weir on the 11th. The stage is now set for a close finish and special thanks are extended to our sponsor for continued support of the event.
Weekend results THE fields were down last weekend due to clashes with the NSW SandGreen Championships at Trundle, attended by Narromine representatives, and other clashes with local sporting events. On Saturday, the Individual Stableford with trophies by Oriel Air Con had five players and it was won by Steve Gillette on 35 points from Bruce Mitchell on 34.
On Sunday, the Par Plus was contested by 10 players and was won by Blake Mallon on Plus-3 from Michael Treseder on Plus-1. NTP went to Russ Hunt on the ninth and Michael Treseder collected the Long Drive. There was no winner of the Stableford Jackpot event.
Coming up THIS weekend there will be a nine-hole composite course for Club Trophy and a 4BBB with trophies from Butts Plumbing. The Junior Clinic will also be on at the usual time and place. That’s all for this week, see you at the 19th.
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Bush Chooks take on the Big Smoke!
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Contributed OVER the weekend, the Macquarie Emus Junior Rugby Club embarked on what could only be described as the trip of a lifetime to Sydney to see the inner workings of Super Rugby franchise, the NSW Waratahs. The journey would see more than 30 mighty Emu kids and some very brave parents embark from the Warren Post office at 7am on Friday morning with further pickups along the way at Trangie, Dubbo and fi nally at Orange. After a high-performance lunch meal of Macca’s, Hungry Jacks and Red Rooster in Lithgow, the group set off on the fi nal leg and home stretch of the long voyage to Sydney. Obviously fresh off a viewing of Days of Thunder or Talledega nights, the Bus driver confused the coach for NASCAR halfway up Mount Victoria before hearing a very worrying ‘pop’ out of the engine bay
followed by a very dark plume of dark smoke which no doubt had some Blue Mountains residents on high alert. Undeterred, two of the fi nest bush mechanics west of Trangie, Soldier McCormack and Ben Smith set to work with a fistful of zip ties, some garden hose and a short bit of wire and 20 minutes later the bus was back on the road! The party arrived at the YHA in The Rocks, mid-afternoon and after a quick check in the Emus were on the way to Allianz Stadium to watch the NSW Waratahs take on the Highlanders. The team was greeted by Michael Doyle from the NSW Waratahs who kindly gave the group a tour through the very impressive facilities at Rugby AU headquarters followed by a walk through the Waratahs changerooms and then onto the field at Allianz. The kids then participated in a match against a team from Manly and from all the Emu
kids accounts, the bush kids handsomely taught them a lesson in how to play the game they play in Heaven! Post-game, the kids were elated to clap both Super Rugby teams onto the field which will be something that they’ll never forget. Unfortunately, the home team was ultimately pipped at the end, falling 23-21 in a great game of Rugby. The Waratah players led by central west alumni Ned Hanigan, who originally hails from Coonamble, were very gracious in coming over and signing what seemed to be hundreds of autographs and gifting a few lucky recipients some match worn socks. It’s understood, much to one parent’s horror, that one of these was worn to bed that night! With day one in the books, the Emus once again boarded the bus and headed out to NSW Rugby HQ for a delve into the Waratahs brains trust and have a training session them-
selves once again led by the very generous Michael Doyle. After lunch it was over the coat hanger and off to Luna Park for the afternoon. Fortunately for the parents the kids were very easy to spot in their unique Nutrien team shirts which made the ‘herding cats’ exercise a lot easier than what it could have been. Once the kids had had their share of fun and the adults’ feet were about to pack it in, a quick dash across the harbour on the ferry was in order to wind up the day. A barbecue dinner and some well deserved cool drinks were in order to fi nish off the day on top of the rooftop at the YHA, encompassing a magnificent view of the Harbour and city Skyline. Like all things in life, all good things must come to an end! With the sun at their backs, the weary Emus made the arduous journey westward back across the mountains back to their homes at
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Trangie, Nevertire, Tottenham and Warren. A magnificent trip was had by all! It must be said that this trip would not have been possibly without the efforts of Club Stalwarts Bec and Andrew Austin. They put together an awesome itinerary and everything came off like clockwork! Bec was able to source a community grant through Australian Grain Technologies (AGT) which greatly subsidised the cost of the trip and which ultimately made it possible. So, a big thanks to AGT and also to the Warren and Trangie Rugby Clubs for also contributing to the trip. No doubt these little kids will aspire to pulling on either a Pumas, Tigers or even Waratahs jersey after this trip! Please keep an eye on the Socials for all things Macquarie Emus and we are looking forward to another amazing year of Junior Rugby! The Bush Chook