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What a beau ful, sunny weekend it was here in Orange. A fact greatly appreciated by all the parents, grandparents and carers standing on the sidelines at spor ng fields all over town. As sunny as it was on Saturday, I didn’t once think about taking a swim, although out at Gosling Creek Dam there was a small group of locals who did just that! It all began nine years ago when friends Harley Smith, Nathan Cu er and Chris Cameron decided to take a Winter Sols ce dip in Lake Canobolas. They have been doing it every year since, and somehow rope in others to join them in the 6 C water. We had a li le chat with Harley a er this year’s dip, which you will find inside.
Another school term is almost done, which is hard to believe, but kids and teachers will be leaving the classroom in just over a week’s me. It will be summer again before we know it!
I again have to apologise to readers who follow our weekly compe ons as Pinny, once again, went AWOL and did not make it onto the page for our last edi make up for it we will draw two winners next week, so get looking and put in your entries, as that means twice the chance of bagging yourself a prize!
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Pioneering Orange winemakers take centre stage at Sydney Opera House
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By JONATHAN ROE
Orange-based cancer researchers have created an innova ve virtual reality (VR) educa on experience that they hope will not only provide pa ents with a be er understanding of their condion and treatment but also poten ally lead to improved health outcomes.
Developed by the Clinical Trials Unit at Orange Health Service, the new educa on product is specifically targeted at pa ents undergoing immunotherapy.
Director of the Clinical Trials Unit, Dr Rob Zielinski, said the idea for this project came about as immunotherapy is less understood than treatments like chemotherapy, despite it being used more and more to treat cancer.
“I think there’s a recogni on across the world that it is a complex kind of topic to discuss,” Dr Zielinski said.
“You’re trying to explain how T cells interact with cancer and then how that can adversely impact your body and cause side effects, which can be quite serious and life-threatening and very difficult conceptually... So I thought, We’ve got to do be er.”
Having seen other uses for VR being demonstrated at conferences, Dr Zielinski said the team began to look into its poten al use in cancer educa area that has not really been explored before.
He and the team have created an im-
mersive and interac ve VR experience that shows pa ents how immunotherapy works to help their body target and a ack cancer cells, as well as the potenal side effects of the treatment.
“So in the experiences, the person goes into their own ‘body’ and sees the cancer si ng there and sees the immune systems that are floa ng around and trying to do what it needs to do, but we made sure there was some sort of immersive component where a pa ent needs to interact with the experience, to consolidate that learning so they’ve got
Director of the Clinical Trials Unit, Dr Rob Zielinski, is hopeful that their immersive virtual reality (VR) experience could reimagine how cancer immunotherapy education is delivered.
about their treatment is not merely an academic exercise. Dr Zielinski said there can also be direct health implicaons for cancer pa ents.
“Ul mately, what we hope is not just to have a be er-informed pa ent; the actual goal is that a be er inform pa ent will be able to report and recognise side effects and symptoms much more quickly and therefore we can act more rapidly to keep them from: A – coming into hospital with a worsening side effect; and B – we can start some treatment to reverse the side effect quickly,” he said.
them be er educated.”
Dr Zielinski and the team are currently undertaking a small pilot study to evaluate the effec veness of the immersive VR educa on experience when added to the current standard of care provided to pa ents.
The pilot study will see the Clinical Trials team recruit 36 pa ents, who will be randomly divided into three groups. All three groups will receive the current standard of care in educa on, but one group of pa ents will also undergo the immersive VR experience, while the third will simply watch a video version.
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Dr Zielinski hopes to have concluded the pilot study by the end of the first quarter next year. Given a posi ve result, the next step would be to recruit more pa ents for a larger study to see if the effect is real.
“It’s an idea that grew here in Orange, and it has the poten al to reimagine how we do cancer immunotherapy educaon,” Dr Zielinski said.
“We hope that out of those 36 pa ents will see enough of a signal to say, you know what, virtual reality is be er for pa ent understanding of complex medical informa on and be er for reten on.
“So it has the poten al, I think, to be rolled out – if it all kind of works – to a global cancer audience, which is the exci ng part for me.”
Construc on of the eight new sporting fields at Bloomfield is on track to finish next month, says Orange City Council in an update on the latest progress out at the Orange Sports Precinct.
The underground foo ngs, which will be the base for soccer and rugby league goal posts are currently being installed and goal posts are due to be installed next month.
The first rolls of turf for the new fields were laid in February and they are expected to be ready for use during this summer’s cricket season.
In what Orange Mayor Tony Mileto described as another key milestone for the project, Council has finalised a shortlist of six poten al tenders to undertake the construc on of the stadium, carparks and other facili es at the grounds.
The short-list is: Grindley Construcon Pty Ltd; Colin Joss & Co Pty Ltd trading as Joss Construc on; North
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Construc on & Building Pty Ltd; Pa erson Building Group Pty Limited; Renascent Australia Pty Ltd; and Zauner Construc on Pty Ltd.
The six companies were selected following an open expression of interest process and each will stay in touch with the project as the final stages of the design are assembled.
“With complex mul -million dollar projects like this, it’s common industry prac ce to start work with a small number of tenderers while the final detailed designs are s ll being developed,” Cr Mileto said.
“From a construc on company’s point of view, it starts the work of eventually being able to produce a construc on tender sooner and they can become more familiar with the project.
“From Council’s point of view, it gives a be er opportunity to assess a company’s record and approach to delivering
major projects.”
Updated Development Applica ons (DA) for the Sports Precinct were lodged earlier in the year and the period for community comment ended in May.
Project staff are now assessing a number of submissions although feedback from the NSW Heritage Office is yet to be received.
Orange City Council Deputy Mayor and Recrea on and Culture Policy Commi ee Chair Cr Tammy Greenhalgh said the Sports Precinct project has already received concept approval.
“This next stage of approvals will look at important details like cladding and carpark treatments”, Cr Greenhalgh said.
“It’s expected there’ll be a briefing with the Western Regional Planning Panel in the coming weeks so they’ll be across the issues before they consider and decide on the final proposal.”
The first rolls of turf for the new sports fields being laid back in February. The eight fields are expected to be ready for use during this summer’s cricket season.
The grandstand at the John Davis Stadium at Orange’s new Sports precinct will be among the biggest in the central west, following extra funding added to the project budget by the Australian Government. The NSW Government has commi ed $59.5 million and the Australian Government has commi ed an addi onal $15 million.
Born to Fly tells the story of legendary aviator Jim Hazelton (pictured), known for being the first Australian to fl y a single-engine aircraft solo across the Pacifi c Ocean. Over the course of his remarkable life, he logged more than 50,000 flight hours in over 130 different aircraft types and ferried more than 200 aircraft internationally. PHOTO: SUPPLIED.
Jim Hazelton was a legendary figure in avia on, known for being the first Australian to fly a single-engine aircra solo across the Pacific Ocean.
Over the course of his remarkable life, he logged more than 50,000 flight hours in over 130 different aircra types and ferried more than 200 aircra interna onally.
Co-founder of Hazleton Airlines with his brother Max, Jim earned admira on from his peers and global recogni on for his fearless spirit and contribu ons to avia on.
The remarkable tales of Jim’s career and his extraordinary legacy are being brought to life thanks to the release of a new updated edi on of Born to Fly, a biography wri en and now updated by
author Mark Nelson.
The new chapter of the updated edi on reads like something out of a spy thriller, recoun ng an incident in 1981 when Jim was tasked with assembling a crew to retrieve four Fletcher Agricultural aircra that had been le languishing on a Bangladeshi Air field. When nego a ons with corrupt local officials to release the purchased aircra broke down, Jim and the team pulled off a daring 3am escape and flew the liberated planes back home to Australia.
“There’s no shortage of stories and I think we could have done a second book, but you have to cut it off some-
where,” said Jim’s daughter, Jillian Hazleton.
“But the added story, of the Bangladeshi ferry, which is quite crazy... I think it gives a bit of an idea of the type of guy Dad was –fearless! Only he could have pulled the mission off.”
The new edi on of Born to Fly has been created in response to demand, said Jillian, although the ini al idea for wri ng the book was simply to preserve these stories in the historical record.
“We were tossing up whether we should do it again or not, because for us, the biggest part was actually having it
put into print and in libraries,” she said.
“We as a family published it because we felt that these stories shouldn’t be lost. It’s part of the history of avia on, of what was achieved in Australia in the early days.
“These guys were the ground-breakers; they pushed things in terms of devising different techniques for Ag flying – techniques which are s ll being used today.
“But I think with this new print of the book and the wonderful new stories added, we have got a bit of another round of enthusiasm about seeing Dad get the recogni on he deserves.”
The new updated edi on of Born to Fly is available at Collins Booksellers, Orange.
Orange TAFE student Ma hew Vardanega has claimed a Medallion of Excellence at the recent WorldSkills Australia 2025 Na onal Championships, held in Brisbane from 12-14 June.
Ma , a 23-year-old fi er and turner from Nashdale, received the award at the medal ceremony in front of hundreds of voca onal students from across the country.
The three-day compe on brought together Australia’s top emerging tal-
ent across more than 50 skill categories, with par cipants tested under real-world, high-pressure condi ons.
Ma had won bronze at the 2024 WorldSkills Na onals, compe ng in the fi ng category and he was hoping to be er his previous effort in Brisbane.
“I’m disappointed I couldn’t bring home a medal for my TAFE NSW teachers, employer and everyone that helped me along the way,” Ma said.
“I was really calm during the compeon and thought I’d done well, but it clearly wasn’t good enough.”
TAFE NSW Managing Director, Chloe Read, said it was a commendable result all the same.
“WorldSkills provides a once-in-alife me opportunity for students to test their limits and build their confidence, teamwork, and prac cal skills with the help of their teachers and mentors,” Ms Read said.
“The compe on provides a powerful pla orm for students like Matthew to demonstrate their capabili es in their chosen field, connect with industry, and boost their careers – and we’re proud to support them as they take this next big step.
“This achievement demonstrates the life-changing impact of hands-on training and mentorship, and the vital role TAFE NSW plays in preparing the future workforce.”
The Winter Solstice Swim is a local annual tradition that’s now in its ninth year. Founder Harley Smith says it’s about having fun, embracing life and noting the changing of the seasons.
By JONATHAN ROE
With the frost only just having thawed on what was an icy Saturday morning, a group of keen (or maybe crazy) locals were taking a dip in Gosling Creek Dam in celebra on of the Winter Sols ce.
The local Winter Sols ce swim is an annual tradi on that’s now in its ninth year, founded by friends Harley Smith, Nathan Cu er and Chris Cameron who, on a whim, decided to take a wintery dip in Lake Canobolas. It’s a tradi on they have kept up ever since and one that is making new coverts every year.
“I was pre y happy, we had 28 people join in the swim this year,” says Harley Smith. “We had a big influx of uni students as the word got around the uni, and I think almost half of the people were new sols ce swimmers.”
Tradi onally, the swim takes place at midday on the Winter Sols ce, but with prior commitments on Saturday, Harley said they brought it forward to 9.30am.
“Just to accommodate the ‘founding fathers’ who were otherwise engaged at midday,” he says, although that did mean there was li le me for the dame to ‘warm up’ a er the sub-zero overnight temperatures.
“I think last year the water was around 10-11 degrees, but we measured it this year and it was just 6 C! So significantly colder!” Harley says.
“It was -4 C overnight, and this was first thing in the morning, so it was es-
pecially cold!”
In fact, on the morning of the swim, Harley says a mate showed him photos of his kids just about ice ska ng out at Cli on Grove.
“His dam froze solid! So that was the kind of temperature we were dealing
with,” he said.
But the challenge of taking a winter dip is also the point of it, Harley added.
“We are not an organised group, but rather just a bunch of adventurous souls that love life and want to celebrate the passing of the seasons… as well as enjoy the sense of community found in doing something exhilara ng with other like-minded people,” he said.
With that sense of community in mind, Harley said they are toying with the idea of marking the milestone tenth annual sols ce swim next June with a fundraiser for mental health.
“I think it is a fantas c idea. A cold plunge is something people say is great for mental health, so I think, next year, we should aim for a voluntary dona on for mental health awareness,” he said.
“But I don’t want to turn people away if they think they have to pay money or something… The thing that’s most important is we want it to be a community where like-minded people can come together, people who like to have fun, who want to embrace life and note the changing of the seasons, and be thankful for the world that we live in!”
Economists use the GDP to gauge the success of countries. The GDP, for those of you like me who nod blankly when global economics are discussed, is Gross Domes c Product per capita.
So, to measure a country’s success, they compare the total value of goods and services produced and the average age prosperity (according to the AI summary of the google search I just did). They also factor in things like healthcare, happiness and educa on.
Paren ng has similar metrics. We all know that the success of mornings can be measured by comparing how many mes you screamed into a pillow versus making it to school and work on me.
But there are broader measurements too. My personal favourite is: Can I make it to week nine of a term without packing fairy bread into lunchboxes? I refer to this as the FBG, and it just lets me know how well I’m doing.
For the record, my husband has no understanding of this, and no similar gauges of his paren ng.
I am wri ng this on Thursday morning of week eight, term two, and today my girls have fairy bread sandwiches. They also have fruit, mini capsicums and a packet of chips, but today I simply couldn’t be bothered making them salad sandwiches.
I would like to point out that on the weekend, I made a large batch of pizza scrolls, without homemade dough and lots of hidden veggies, and I had to cook them in the woodfired pizza oven out the back because my oven remains broken.
Unfortunately, my husband and daughters were stunned by the presence of actual food in the house, and they WERE insanely delicious and perfectly smoky, so all 36 pizza scrolls were eaten in two days. So once again, there is no “home-baked goods” for the lunchboxes.
Also, in high school nobody cares
what the kids eat, and Miss 10’s teacher has two young kids himself and I honestly don’t think he’d bat an eyelid if she turned up with three packets of chips and a can of Red Bull. He gets it.
There’s a few other metrics to help you see how well you’re doing as a parent. For example, I was the only one to read the email from the school about parent-teacher interviews, the only one to log into the portal and make a booking, and the only to check our family calendar to see what day we are free.
So, I booked a mee ng with Miss 10’s teacher on hubby’s RDO, on a week I’m out of town. I can’t help but feel super smug about that one. Organisa on win for me. Have fun with that, ha-ha.
Each morning lately, Miss 10, who will be Miss 11 in a few days, lets me
know exactly how badly I’m doing. I choose to ignore the feedback of someone who today spent 13 minutes twirling in her nigh e instead of ge ng dressed because her new bed socks are great for piroue es.
Instead, a er a ending a concert at Miss 16’s school last night, I announced we were ge ng Maccas on the way home for dinner and everyone was ge ng a Happy Meal, because the current toy is a Squishmallow (IYKYK). This resulted in being declared “the best mum EVER”. This is the feedback I’m listening to. AND, now I have a mini Squishmallow on my desk.
Lastly, I hate the concept of gratefulness, but I’m s ll concentra ng on posi ves in my life. As such, I have a note on my phone called “good things are always happening to me”.
I don’t believe in toxic posi vity, but I’m trying to remind myself that even on the worst days, there are good moments. And as long as I add at least one thing to the list each day, I’m calling that day a win.
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It has been 18 months since Cycling Without Age Orange began opera ng its electric trishaw, giving the elderly and people with reduced mobility the opportunity to experience the joy of cycling and the great outdoors.
Every Monday and Wednesday, during the warmer months, volunteers visit one of five aged care facili es in Orange, taking passengers for rides in the specially designed trishaw e-bikes.
Orange Rotary Daybreak recently made a significant dona on to the organisa on to help them maintain the service and ul mately provide a second trishaw to extend the opportunity to even more deserving people.
“It’s a charity that brings joy and wellbeing to some of our most deserving citizens,” Orange Rotary Daybreak’s Greg Butler said.
“The charity provides unique ‘trishaw’
transport to them visi ng des na ons including Cook Park, the Botanic Gardens and Gosling Creek. It also encourages them to engage in storytelling, conversa on and importantly listening to their charges as they pedal them across our city.”
The European-designed and built trishaws certainly don’t come cheap at around $22,000, but Cycling Without Age Orange secretary Michelle Englart said the main obstacle to opera ng a second trishaw will be finding enough volunteers.
She said they will not only need volunteers to pilot the trishaw, but also ‘scouts’ to ride alongside, as well as others to help on the commi ee.
Anyone interested in volunteering can call Michele on 0428403503 or email michele.englart@cyclingwithoutage.org. au
By SHARON BONTHUYS
The Country Educa on Founda on of Australia (CEF) is set to help more students across the central west and beyond a er receiving a $300,000 Inspire Grant.
Announced last month, the windfall will directly benefit students in 49 rural and regional communi es where the non-profit has local founda ons based, including Orange, Gilgandra, Narromine, Nyngan and Gulargambone and in the central west.
With the 49 local founda ons run by volunteers in their communi es, CEF supports young Australians in those areas to pursue further educa on, training or employment.
Now in its 32nd year of opera on, the organisa on was invited to apply for the Inspire Grants and was thrilled to be one of five successful applicants for a grant pool totalling $1.2 million. The other recipients included the Go Founda on, EPIC Pathways, Australian Business Community Network Scholarship Founda on, and Skyline Educa on Founda on.
CEF CEO Wendy Mason said the gran ng bodies recognised the importance of equity for rural and regional students, and the work her organisa on does in this space.
“They have iden fied that the work we do is impac ul and we’re really delighted to be successful in being one of the [grant] recipients,” Ms Mason told this
masthead.
The grant will assist CEF with a number of ini a ves over the next three years which will help to support the network of 49 local founda ons and expand their support to more young people from across regional Australia to help them reach their full poten al.
“In 2025 we’re going to be supporting more than 800 students across Australia, through our network of nearly 50 founda ons,” Ms Mason explained.
“The funding that we receive will go to suppor ng the work that we do and to support students directly as well,” she added.
“CEF started in 1993 and has grown so much since then. Young people aged 16
Isabella Webster received a scholarship last year, backed by the Country Education Foundation of Orange and District, helping her start full-time studies in event management in Sydney. She’s pictured, centre, with CEF board member Dougla Geddes, ICMS Scholarships Chair Ann Whitelock. PHOTO: SUPPLIED.
to 25 really deserve an opportunity to access further educa on and training,” Ms Mason said.
“Some mes there are barriers to young people in rural and regional areas, and so our organisa on a empts to address those barriers really through providing funding, but also a whole lot of support, both at that local level and through our student support programs that we run na onally as well,” she concluded.
Students interested in the ac vi es of their local founda on in Orange, Gilgandra, Narromine, Nyngan or Gulargambone should reach out to CEF for further informa on.
Inspire Grants are provided by the St George, BankSA and Bank of Melbourne Founda ons.
There are new rental laws in NSW that impact renters and landlords.
NSW Fair Trading provides tools, resources and support to guide tenants and landlords through the new laws, including changes to; reasons to end a lease, rent payment without fees, and making it easier to apply to keep a pet.
It’s important to know what’s changed, as well as your rights and responsibilities.
NSW Fair Trading is here to help –visit nsw.gov.au for more information.
By JONATHAN ROE
While the Sydney Opera House sails were alight with colour at this year’s Vivid Fesval, harbourside diners below were treated to some of the shining stars of the Orange Wine Region at the mul -sensory dining experience, Dance of Dreams.
A featured event of the 2025 Vivid program, Dance of Dreams on the closing weekend of the fes val was an event that merged food, art and dance with an exquisite three-course menu by celebrated chef Danielle Alvarez.
And, in fi ng with the fes val theme “dreams”, the meal was paired with wines from visionary NSW winemakers, including the Tyrell’s dynasty of the Hunter Valley, Clonakilla’s Tim Kirk who pioneered Shiraz Viognier in Australia, and Orange’s own Bloodwood Wines.
It was 42 years ago, in 1983, that Stephen
and Rhonda Doyle began plan ng their vineyard northeast of Orange, a er inves gating the soils and climate of numerous regions around the state. Bloodwood pioneered Orange as a cool-climate wine region for the many vignerons who have followed in the subsequent decades.
“I’m chuffed, of course! Stephen would rather be fishing, though; he doesn’t like crowds,” said Rhonda Doyle, at being included in the Opera House event.
“The other two wineries that have been selected, they’ve got interna onal profiles... so it’s nice for Orange to be recognised as well, because quite o en Orange doesn’t really get much men oned on the na onal scene. It’s star ng to, but we’ve been around 42 years!”
The wine chosen for the Opera House event was Bloodwood’s pinot noir and a dessert wine that has featured at the nearby Quay Restaurant.
By EMILY THOMPSON
School students from across the region came together last week to battle it out in the NSW Junior Chess League Orange Zone Compe on.
Hosted across two days by Catherine McAuley Primary School and Orange Chrisan School, the annual tournament has been running for more than 20 years. A total of 176 students from 11 schools took part in this year’s event, facing each other in a ba le of logic, strategy, and quiet determina on.
(Junior Rookies).
More than just a tournament, the event provided an inclusive opportunity for students of varying abili es to put their chess club skills into prac ce in a respec ul, focused environment.
Orange East Public School teacher and compe on organiser James Meares highlighted the impact of the compe on on students.
The compe on features four divisions catering to different skill levels: Junior Rookies (for Year 3 students and below), Rookies, Intermediate, and Championship (A grade). The top team in the Championship division earns the honour of represen ng Orange at the regional finals, facing off against winners from Bathurst, Mudgee, and Dubbo.
In the Championship division, it was Millthorpe Public School that made an impressive comeback from second place to clinch victory in the final round.
In the other divisions, the winners were: Nashdale Public School (Intermediate); St
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“It’s so rewarding to see the children you have coached get to this level and ba le silently. I love what it brings out in the kids: they can be quietly aggressive in a thinking way, and use their learned knowledge to win a match by forcing their opponent into what we call ‘checkmate’,” Mr Mears said.
With matches played in an atmosphere of quiet intensity, the tournament offered a unique blend of fierce compe on and mutual respect, all hallmarks of the game of chess.
Schools interested in par cipa ng in next year’s event are encouraged to reach out to event organiser James Meares at james. meares@det.nsw.edu.au
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A new exhibition at Orange Regional Gallery explores the imaginations of more than 2000 local public primary school students.
Mighty Minds/Mega Machines is a collaborative artmaking and environmental education project developed by Orange Regional Gallery, Orange Regional Museum and the SPARKE network of local public primary schools.
Now in its sixth year, this annual art-making project invites local primary school students to participate in the cultural life of their city though the creation of a large-scale art installation and associated learning programs.
The 2025 project theme Mighty Minds/ Mega Machines asked students to invent their own machine and draw the plans to make it. Each artwork has become a cog in a collaborative mega-machine installation, a powerful expression of the innate creativity and exuberance of childhood.
Orange City Council’s Recreation and Culture Committee Chair, Cr Tammy Greenhalgh
says the exhibition is an annual highlight for all involved.
“Every year the children come up with amazing creations and this year is no different, with all of their drawings coming together to form an impressive display,” Cr Greenhalgh said.
“The children love coming in with their parents and families to find theirartworks and they get a thrill out of seeing theirdrawing on the walls of our wonderful local gallery.”
Mighty Minds/Mega Machines will be on display until 7 September 2025.
Orange Aquatic Centre will introduce stronger supervision requirements for parents and carers to address concerns regarding the active supervision of children at the centre.
From July 1, parents and carers must accompany children aged under 5 in the water and be within arm’s reach at all times, to align with Royal Life Saving Australia Keep Watch at Public Pools safety program.
Orange City Council’s Sport and Recreation Committee Chair, Cr Tammy Greenhalgh said children under five were most at risk of drowning in public pools.
“Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children aged under five and almost half of all injuries recorded at public swimming pools involves children, often because a parent has been distracted,” Cr Greenhalgh said.
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“A strong commitment to child supervision assists aquatic staff to provide a safe centre for all users and raises awareness of the dangers of distraction for parents and carers.”
While the pool maintains high ratios of lifeguards, Cr Greenhalgh said they were a backup in case of emergency, not a substitute for parental supervision.
“In public pools, distractions are everywhere, but your child needs your full attention. Your presence, within arm’s reach, saves lives. Drowning in young children is silent and fast, and can happen in as little as 20 seconds,” Cr Greenhalgh said.
For more information contact Orange Aquatic Centre on 6363 300 or email aquatic@orange.nsw.gov.au.
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Youth Quake: Free Music Concert
FREE
Young people aged 16 to 25 are invited to join us for the free ‘Youth Quake’ concert at the Greenhouse of Orange at 5.30pm on Friday 27 June.
Rock on with local youth bands Frequency 210, Odd Dogs, Natalia Wisse and Dan Woelk.
Free nibbles and soft drinks will be available and drinks can also be purchased from the bar. Ages 18+ will require a wristband to purchase alcohol. ID will be required upon entry.
This is a free event but registration is essential.
The Greenhouse of Orange 231-243 Anson Street Friday 27 June
5.30pm – 9pm
Book now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/orangecity-council-40869476653
On The Move at Orange Regional Museum
FAMILY FUN
Journey into an interactive world of transport in this new children’s exhibition at Orange Regional Museum. Design your own dream vehicle out of LEGO®, test your skills flying paper planes, and find out how transport has changed over time, with plenty of amazing facts to learn along the way!
On The Move is for children aged three to eight years of age and is a travelling exhibition from Museums of History NSW, in collaboration with JAMES GULLIVER HANCOCK.
Orange Regional Museum 151 Byng Street
June 28 – October 12
Free entry
Chair Yoga at the Seniors Village Hub
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Chair Yoga classes for those unable to get on the floor. Classes are held at Seniors Village Hub at 10.20am for a 10.30am class. Cost is $7. Any enquiries please call Kerre on 0418 235 495.
Seniors Village Hub 77 Kite Street
Monday 30 June
10.30am-11.30am
Visit: orange.nsw.gov.au/older-people
Honk! Jr – Presented by Orange Theatre Company
HEARTWARMING STORY
Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score.
Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be.
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In a nutshell, Christians are simply followers of Jeus Christ; people who trust in him and try to make following him the most important thing in their lives. More correctly, we’re followers of Jesus THE Christ, because while Jeus was his name, Christ (or Saviour) is actually a title or description of what Jesus is.
Importantly, we also acknowledge that it is only through God calling and enabling us that we can make the decision to follow Jesus. This is God’s gracious gift. It is not because of anything we have done or because we are ‘good’ people or are in some way better than anyone else. Of course, there is a fair bit more detail to uncover when you dig deeper.
After all, those of us who aren’t over 2,000 years old only get to know Jesus through the written accounts of him and his work and background in the Bible, which a library of reference material comprising 66 books by 40 different authors. But you don’t need to understand all that to meet Jesus, which will change your life.
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Rich fertile country with panoramic views.
• Subdivided into three main paddocks, all suitable for cultivation
• Power connected
• The original homestead still is present, making a great starting point to build onto
• Irrigation hydrants set up ready to go
• Two equipped bores. 1 x 1,000gal/hr, 1 x 3,000gal/hr
• Inspection by appointmernt.
Sale
$1,390,000 - $1,490,000
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Ben Redfern 0457 770 062 ben.redfern@elders.com.au
Hugh Gooding 0439 000 639 hugh.gooding@elders.com.au
In conjunction with Paul Pace Country 0416 128 177
$1,050,000 - $1,100,000
Located in South Orange, this modern home is
• Spacious 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
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• Ducted air conditioning
• Rear yard access perfect for additional parking or storage.
With the 32 ac of land, the north-easterly views, and the potential to run livestock like horses, sheep, or cattle, it seems like the perfect rural lifestyle setting. The location, 20 km from the centre of Molong, offers a balance of privacy and accessibility.
• Near complete 3 bedroom shed house
• Large spring fed dam, registered shared bore and two large rainwater tanks
• Fencing is stock proof ‘• Inspection by appointmernt.
9.00 - 9.30am 808 sqm Real Estate Marty Lyden 0404 070 391 martin.lyden@elders.com.au Katie Christopherson 0400 637 559 katie.christopherson@elders.com.au
A timeless treasure in the heart of historic Millthorpe.
‘Railway Cottage’, the former rail master’s residence, offers a characterfilled 2 bedroom cottage with timber finishes, cozy layout and inviting cottage garden.
.• Original rail master’s cottage
• Spacious 1253 sqm block - room to grow, garden, or simply enjoy the space
• Period details and rustic charm.
Sale
$520,000 - $540,000
Marty Lyden 0404 070 391 martin.lyden@elders.com.au
Katie Christopherson 0400 637 559 katie.christopherson@elders.com.au
Nestled on the edge of one of the Central Tablelands’ most charming villages, 18 Glenorie Road, Millthorpe ers a rare blend of rural tranquillity and village lifestyle. Set on a generous parcel of land, this property is more than just a home – it’s a lifestyle opportunity in a ghtly held, sought-a er loca on.
From the moment you arrive, you’re welcomed by an idyllic streetscape and established surrounds that reflect the character of the area. The home itself is a warm and invi ng blend of country charm and prac cal living.
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Outside, the expansive backyard provides scope for gardens, play areas, or even future improvements, all while enjoying views that make this region so special.
Millthorpe’s vibrant village scene is just minutes away – enjoy cafes, cellar doors, bou que shopping, and a strong sense of community, all while being within easy reach of Orange and Blayney.
Whether you’re a young family, a couple seeking a tree-change, or an investor looking for long-term poten al, 18 Glenorie Road offers all the essen als in a loca on that con nues to grow in popularity.
Opportuni es like this don’t come around o en in Millthorpe. This is your chance to secure a piece of one of the Central West’s most liveable villages.
Agent details:
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By CEC TILBURG
Maddie Di mar celebrated her 21st birthday on Saturday, June 21, surrounded by family and friends. The evening was filled with fun, laughter and heartfelt moments, all set to a fes theme.
Guests embraced the dress code with boots, hats and flannel shirts, making it a night to remember.
A fantas c celebra on for Maddie as she marked this special milestone with her loved ones. Yeehaw – and happy birthday, Maddie!
Rhi Deebank, Damon Carr, Maddie Dittmar and Joe Deebank
Ryken with Chloe Dittmar, Maddie Dittmar, Justin Metcraft with Archie
The Feenstra family with Maddie
By CEC TILBURG
On Saturday night, June 21, Orange CYMS held their 80th Anniversary Ball at the Coral Sea Room, Orange Ex-Services Club.
With around 180 guests in a the evening was filled with celebra laughter and plenty of reminiscing as past and present players, teammates and supporters came together to mark this incredible milestone.
It was a night of great company, shared memories and strong community spirit – a testament to 80 years of CYMS history!
CELEBRATE 80TH ANNIVERSARY WITH WIN OVER LITHGOW WORKIES
By HENRY DEROOY
CYMS thrilled the home ground crowd with their 3830 win over Lithgow Workies on Saturday, June 21. Saturday’s victory was extra sweet for the CYMS as it was also the celebra on of the club’s 80th anniversary.
Tom Gentles has been a club member since 1973 and is an ex Newtown player. He’s pictured with Ryan Prevett who is the current President and under-18s coach.
with Bob Taylor
Once again a small number of Stars, but that doesn’t ma er, so let’s get going with a look at the Monday 7.30pm league where Tyler King scored a wonderful 167 over average and he was followed by Jus n Smart from the Monday 10am league who scored an admirable 142 over average for the series.
Star Bowler for the week and winner of the Auto Wash compliments of Race Track Car Wash was Tyler King who scored that fantas c 167 over average for the series.
And yes, we do have a High Roller champion this week, and it is a familiar name. It was Tyler King who scored 258 (PB). And as this score was 81 over average, Tyler was named the third Man of the Moment for June and next in line hoping to win the voucher from Guys Cuts.
There were a lot trying to beat Tyler among them being Jus n Smart 277, Gary Stedman 210, Mason Southwell 214, Damien Christoff 226, Blake Frecklington 201, Harrison Walker 202, Travis McMahon 253, Brock Gallagher 254, Jordan Trenholm 214, Ma hew Woodham 200, Marco Leung 243, Jacob French 213, Bayley Swallow 204 and Ben Berry 229. Not to be le out there was also Steve McConnell 239, Sam Benne 203, Nick Miller 227 (PB), Joseph Talidong 218 (PB), Greg Shapter 210, Jason Osborne 207, Jack Webb 229, Josh Thornton 209, Nathaniel Mason 234 and Tash Bre 202.
The Almost Made Hero and winner of the open order from Kings Takeaway at Greengate was Allison McLennon who scored 194 (PB). As this score was 58 over average Allison was named the third Female of Note for June and next in line hoping to grab the gi cer ficate from MJ’s All HairAll Occasions.
And there were plenty feeling the
On Thursday, 19 June, some 14 dedicated ladies played social bowls with two games of pairs and one game of triples, with the following results”
Jan and Trish defeated Denise T and Judy.
Vicki and Julie defeated Kathy and Anne e.
Vi, Jane and Veronica defeated Yvonne, Carol and Elaine.
Prac ce sessions and coaching are available every Tuesday, commencing at 10.30am, at the Country Club. These sessions are for our exis ng members and any ladies who would like to try their hand at lawn bowls.
Please contact Trish on 0400379294, or Jane on 0419620077 for further informa on.
pangs of hunger among them being Tyson Morris 166, Lani Gouge 158, Paul Heath 157, James Barlow 180, Damien Barre 173, Jeromie Zelukovic 131, Lisa Evere 158, Paul Chate 184, Bonny Moon 133, Mark Dawson 154, Craig Lamber 121, Chris Brown 154, Colleen Blake 152, Kerry McCarthy 183, Linda Jus n 115, Marilyn Schwenke 190 and Alan Dive 197.
There was also Derek Metzger 179, David Jameson 181, Colin Parsons 152, Noah Ferrier 137, William Hollanby 121, Alex Lang 161 (PB), Stephen Radford 139, Hunter Press 174, Blair Morris 177, Joshua Harman 190, Sophie Jones 163, Kane Spirit-Jones 189, Denneka Beath 169, Tahlia Brown 157, Diana Bleakley 153, Michaela Rapley 163 and Harrison Furner 142. Then not to be le out there was also Noah King 180, Liam Whi on 192, Geoff Thomas 178, Barbara Gould 148, Ron Quinlan 181, Gary James 189, Oliver Vietch 167, Mathew Carroll 187, Jonah Thomas 111, Morgan Andreas 135, Steven Randell 139, Zac Osborne 147, Ben Tysoe 132, Oscar Christofferson 188, Rebecca Walkom 152 and Jacinda Wood 196.
Junior of the week and winner of the free game compliments of the Tenpin Bowl was Alex Lang whose score of 161 (PB) was 46 over average.
The Country Club had two teams playing in Millthorpe’s President’s Day on Saturday, 21 June. Congratulations to team Lockwood for finishing in third place! Pictured are Geoff Lockwood, Millthorpe President Darrell Ryan, Orange City Women’s Club’s Mary Carr and OESCC President Phil McGarity.
When entering in Regional events (the old zone), you now need a BowlsLink account, which includes an email address, password and mobile number. If you have trouble registering, please see either President Phil McGarity or Bowls Secretary Neil Higgins and they should be able to help.
Tuesday socials, we had 38 Bowlers.
Raffle winners were PA Baker and John Wigmore, a huge welcome to our club.
Winning rink winners were: Darryl West, Kev Kelly and Neil Higgins. Unfortunates’ rink were: Jim Duff y, Trevor Steadman and Col Rosser.
Saturday socials we had 29 bowlers on a sunny winter’s day, and it was nice to have Yoka Smith back on the green.
Raffle Winners were: Peter Wright and Peter Lange – also nice to see him back playing bowls a er health issues.
Lucky rink winners: Maree Haigh-Cole, Carol Brooking and Marg Henry. Unfortunates’ rink were: Peter Booking (double lead), Bernie King and Peter Wright. Also, the 100 club was drawn, and the winners were: 1st, Bill Keogh; 2nd, Jus n
Gore with Bathurst City’s Ray Fitzalan.
Whaley; and 3rd, Peter Wright. We might have to start calling him the Cash Cow now, Ha Ha!
Best wishes go to Sally Hedger, Ian Webb and Geoff Carthew with their ongoing health issues; the members are truly thinking of you.
If there are people interested in gaining their umpire or markers accredita on please contact President Phil McGarity on 0418 277 418
Tuesday 23rd and Saturday 28th June, please call Peter Wright 0427 813 220, Ron Dunn 0484 236 522, or the club on 63613210.
Names in by 11:30pm for a 12:30pm start.
Thursday, 26th June bowls: winning rink takes all. Please call Peter Brooking on 0407 662 171, or the club on 63613210. Names in by 11:30 for a 12pm start, and we will be finished well before 3pm.
Bowls E que e ps: Do not drop bowls from the back to the green, respect the surface of the grass and carpet green.
Happy bowling,
Chris ne
Davis and Val Durak. Many women members were there to follow them hole by hole; hopefully, the players were encouraged by their
ons to all eight teams
that par cipated in this pres gious event.
Thank you to our Sponsors, who were members Ann Williams, Carol Reynolds, Maria Crawford and Edna Sharp (absent).
During the summer months, Pinnacle Dragon Boat Club members were held up with the outbreak of Blue Green Algae at Lake Canobolas for two months, so to con nue our training sessions, Orange City Council granted permission for us to train at Gosling Creek. Thanks also to Canobolas RFS for their assistance in making this possible. It too is a beau ful spot to enjoy. During one Sunday morning, we were in a prime posi on on the water to have the Roule es doing their amazing acrobatics above us!
Our summer season saw an increase in team members making the most of the warm weather, working on fitness, technique and teamwork, as well as pausing to admire the scenery and wildlife.
We are now in Winter Recess, giving members the opportunity to conduct repairs and maintenance on our boats and equipment as well as con nuing our fitness and social ac vi es, albeit landbased, whilst the weather is somewhat cool!
along and say G’day, grab a delicious sausage sanga and ask us about the free membership with our Dragon Pass.
The Western Region Rega a is
planned for Sunday, November 2, at Lake Canobolas, so once the weather warms up, we will be back into training. ng is a sport for all ages es and for those aged between 10 and 100 years. It is a wonderful sport for teamwork, all-over body movement, physical, social and mental health. If you are interested, come and see us on Wednesday and Sunday mornings from August to June. Find us at www.pinnacledragonsabreast.com. au or call 0400 640 342.
We are a friendly bunch of dragons!
Paddles Up!
ORC Wednesday Run Results – 18 June 2025
A big shoutout to the 81 members who joined us at Elephant Park on Wednesday –great energy all round!
Achievement Medals: Bec Davis – 100 runs; Dash Diemar – 25 runs; Rachel Charge – 75 runs.
Well done to each of you –amazing milestones!
Top Men: Hugh Dain th – 10:20; Oscar Blacklow –10:44; Will Parish – 12:20 Top Women; Lucy Jurd –
11:51; Bec Davis – 12:02; Milla Jurd – 12:11
ORC Sunday Run Results –22 June 2025
A stunning sunny morning brought out 104 runners for a cool-weather run on Sunday – and of course, the free coffee didn’t hurt! Thanks to everyone who joined us!
Achievement Medals: Phillip Reed – 75 runs: Blair O’Sullivan– 50 runs: Alistair Sutherland – 25 runs. Well done to all three – fantas c milestones!
Top 2.5km Runners
Women: Nicole Williamson – 11:09; Evie Harris – 12:08; Liz Simpson – 13:25
Men: Cooper Williamson – 11:06; Felix Carey – 14:29; Patrick Sutherland – 16:56
Top 5km Runners
Women: Sophie Charge –25:22; Amy Crosbie – 27:07; Milla Jurd – 28:21
Men: Quinn Lingier – 25:56; Gareth Thomas – 26:53; John Ward – 32:08
Top 7.5km Runners
In Wentworth Ladies Golf, there were some fantas c scores across the grades on June 18, considering the cold condi ons and heavy course.
The Monthly Medal winner with a brilliant score of ne 71 was Helena Ross who really played well. She was in good touch and was extremely excited with her game and the result, well played Helena. Congratula ons on a wonderful round of golf.
A-Grade winner with a very well-played ne 72 was Katrina Ferris. Katrina played some excep onally good golf and was happy with her game. Runner up was Roslyn Fuller with a nicely played ne 75. Ros has found some form which is wonderful to see. Third place went to Alice McKeowen, also with a well-played ne 75.
B-Grade winner was Rachel Kelly who played some very consistent golf to finish with a wonderful ne 76. She played some great shots and enjoyed her day on the course. Runner up was Chris ne Schussler who played well also finishing with a ne 76, and third place went to Maureen Commins with a steady ne 79.
C-Grade winner was Jane Gunn with a magnificent score of ne 72. Jane was ecsta c with her game today and is really playing well. Runner up was Kerrie Rosse o who played well to finish with a solid ne 84, and third place went to Sue Hennessy with ne 85.
Scratch Winners were A-Grade Di Selwood 96, B-Grade Laurell Gassmann 101, C-Grade Trish Harvey 115.
Nearest the pins were won by Ros Fuller (5th), Di Selwood (6th), and Katrina Ferris (13th).
Men: Jack Dain th – 32:05; Henry Kay – 32:06; Daryl Roweth – 38:28
Top 10km
Women: Kinisha Roweth –52:22; Nicola Blore – 52:38; Jannell Hooper – 58:42
Men: Griffin Robinson –41:52; Bre Rosser – 43:57; Hugh Dain th – 44:17
You can find all the mes and full results at: orangerunners.com.au/results
Women: Alison Spurway – 44:20; Liz Hetherington – 49:43; Belinda O’Sullivan – 53:56
Drive & Pitch were won by Katrina Ferris (9th) and Lee Picke (17th).
Ball Compe on winners were Katrina Ferris, Helena Ross, Belinda Barre , Liz Mitchell, Janet Davenport and Trish Harvey.
Next, we will be playing an 18 Hole Stableford and it is also the Western District Spoon Event in conjunc on.
Our Pennant Team was going up against Mudgee on Friday, June 20, at Wentworth. Look out for results in our next report.
Have a great week
By DALLAS REEVES
Wynta Hurford and Lacie Jones have both been named in the NSW Primary School Sports Associa on (NSW PSSA) under-12s girls representa ve so ball side to play at the na onal championships in November.
Both year six students at Orange Public School, Wynta is a catcher and Lacie is a pitcher, the duo forming a strong combina on.
The pair play for Orange PS at school level, which won the Western Region tles.
They also play together for the Bletchington club in Orange and at representa ve level for Orange District So ball.
Orange PS had seven representa ve in the Western PSSA side which finished equal fourth at the state championships at Blacktown Interna onal Sports Park So ball Centre in western Sydney from June 2 to June 5.
That was an impressive effort with Combined Independent Schools (CIS), MacKillop and Polding, all compe ng along with the North West, Riverina, Western, Hunter, North Coast, South Coast and four Sydney sides (East, South West, North and West) for a 13-team compe on.
sport that is very big on team spirit and team morale.”
Lacie turns 12 in September.
For Wynta, who turned 12 in May, she has been playing so ball for three years and joined a er brother Cruz and mother Rebecca took up the sport.
Not just a great catcher, Wynta also hit her second-ever home run at the state c arnival which helped Western to an important win against eventual joint winners CIS.
It is also the first me Wynta has made a state side, although she has also represented Western Region in school hockey.
“Total shock... she wasn’t expec ng it at all which was probably the most beau ful thing,” Rebecca said of Wynta’s emo ons when she found out she’d earned state selec on.
Ma hew Sco from Molong Central School was the Western coach.
But for Lacie and Wynta, that event has become even more momentous after being watched closely and then selected amongst the best players in the tournament to be named in the state side.
The Orange PS pair will return to Blacktown to represent NSW PSSA against the best female under-12 soballers from around Australia.
The Western PSSA side included players from five different Orange district public schools – Orange, Bletchington, Calare, Orange East and Spring Terrace).
It is the first me that Lacie has made a state side.
“She was absolutely thrilled,” Lacie’s mother Rachel said. “She had a smile from ear to ear and was just very, very happy.”
Lacie has been playing so ball since 2019 when she was in Kindergarten.
Lacie also plays netball and cricket, but so ball is her preferred sport.
“I think she’s just fallen in love with it overall,” Rachel added.
“She enjoys the challenge of it. It’s a
“She was just there enjoying the sport she loves. To get that sort of recogni on was pre y amazing.”
Wynta is also a talented dancer and hockey player and also spends a lot of me on weekend umpiring so ball.
“She’ll umpire games either side of her game,” Rebecca said. “Which is great, she enjoys it, and it teaches you more about the game and the rules.”
The Blacktown facility is where soball was played at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Name and age: Lilah, 9
Who is your favourite teacher? Mr James. He’s a fun teacher, we play games in the middle session to warm up.
What is something that makes you really, really happy?
When I get to sleep at my Nan’s. She takes me shopping
If you were principal for a day, what’s the first thing you’d do? Play sport with all the kids, I’d start with tennis.
What is your favourite food? Chicken nuggets! We cook them at home
What’s your favourite thing to do at school? Play games with my friends.
What do you think th e most important job in the world is?
Teaching, because you have to take care of lots of kids.
If you could open a shop, what would it sell? A clothes store.
If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Flexibility, I’d do dances!
20.09.1929 – 14.06.2025
Passed away peacefully at Orange Health Service. Late of Orange and formerly of “Beaumah” Shadforth. Dearly loved wife of Beau (deceased). Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Margie, Jan and Neil, Des and
Stewart “Stonemason” 1938 ~ 2025
Late of Millthorpe. Passed away on the 4th June 2025. Loving father to Jane and Julia. Brother, uncle and friend.
“A life lived for others”
The family and friends of John are invited to attend his Funeral Service to be held at St Paul’s Anglican Church, Carcoar on Friday June 27, 2025 commencing at 2pm.
His daughters ask if you would bring a written memory or story of John to leave with them on the day.
Thomsons Garden Centre WOULD SUIT GAP YEAR STUDENTS 17 to 21 year olds in gap year a garden related retail outlet. Applicants will need to be reliable skills. Business operates seven days and hours are rostered and maintaining shop displays, sales and unpacking stock. Some heavy procedures. Resumes to be emailed to:
Sad are the hearts that loved you, Sad are the tears that fall But living our lives without you, Is the saddest part of all.
With us always
Loving children ,grandchildren and great grandchildren
Time: 12- 3pm
ACROSS
1 Musically short, clipped and separate (8)
5 New York City neighbourhood (6)
10 Clear (5)
11 Cattle (9)
12 Minister (6)
13 Town in France with a shrine to St Bernadette (7)
14 Military unit (8)
15 Ill-gotten (6)
18 Constabulary (6)
20 Fauna (8)
Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list?
The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in ‘s’.
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21 North Italian region (7)
24 Steering device (6)
27 First meal (9)
28 Established truth (5)
29 Widespreading dominion (6)
30 Quaint houses (8)
DOWN
1 Senior barrister (coll) (4)
2 Angel of high rank (9)
3 Military student (5)
4 Open-minded (8)
6 Attack (7)
7 Father of Beau and Jeff Bridges (5)
8 Be logical or comprehensible (4,5)
9 Wickedness (4)
14 Respectable (9)
16 Hanging around (9)
17 The text of an opera (8)
19 Savoury biscuit (7)
22 Woolly mammal (5)
23 Chinese currency (4)
25 Preliminary drawing (5)
26 Flightless birds (4)
16 words: Good 24 words: Very good 33 words: Excellent Today’s Aim: agency, airy, angry, crying, cyan, eying, gayer, grainy, grey, gyre, napery, nary, PANEGYRIC, payer, paying, piny, piracy, pray, praying, prey, preying, pricey, prying, pyre, racy, rainy, raying, repay, repaying, yarn, yean, year, yearn
Each number corresponds to a letter of the alphabet. Two have been filled in for you, can you work out the rest?
LUNGE NUDGE REACT REELS RELAX SENSE SEXES SLEET STEAK STUFF SUEDE TESTS
TREND TWIRL USERS USUAL VIEWS WASPS WRITS
6 LETTERS DEFACE MANGLE OARING SELECT
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns,
7 LETTERS
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THUMBS UP to Canobolas Locksmith for fixing an ongoing problem of 12 months with my car key, for nought! Sincere thanks!
THUMBS UP to Orange City Life for giving us a voice for acts of grace (or vice versa).
THUMBS DOWN to school buses without heaters in them. The kids are freezing!
THUMBS UP to all the amazing people who cared for me so incredibly at Orange Health Service. From Nurse Ben in ED to the opera ng theatre team nursing staff Warren, Shana, Rachel; opera ng theatre doctors Chelsea and James; and post op care from Mary in PACU. You are all inspira onal people and well and truly deserve acknowledgement and my thanks.
THUMBS UP to the Central Western Group of the CWA of NSW for holding the Intergroup Public Speaking Compe on in Orange. Excellent speakers came from all across the region. Thank you to the volunteer judges, organisers, cooks and the Orange Branch of the CWA for making this happen.
THUMBS UP and thank you to RN Tracey who worked at the Molong hospital ED on Friday morning. Your excellent care and compassion were greatly appreciated! Thanks OC Life, for connec ng us all!
THUMBS DOWN the person driving the vehicle and almost hi ng me while he was trying to park his car as I drove past him in Hill Street. Watch what you’re doing and keep your eyes on the road!
By ORANGE AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Throughout its 70-year life, the Emmco-Email-Electrolux factory employed women in a number of key areas. This photo from January 1965 shows women pain ng, trimming and assembling a variety of plas c components for refrigerators. Women also worked in coil winding, harness assembly and enamelling.
THUMBS DOWN to all the Mums (and Dads, too) who don’t put a warm, woollen hat on their bubs when out and about in the Orange climate – it’s jolly freezing. Even worse is when the bubs don’t have anything on their feet, and to make ma ers worse, the Mums and Dads are rugged up to the max. Very bad!
THUMBS UP to the Orange Theatre Company. I recently a ended their produc on of The Adams Family and it was a great show! So, thank you to all those people who would have worked hard to make it a success.
THUMBS UP to the staff and volunteers at the Canobolas Gardens Crematorium who keep the grounds neat and dy. It would be a ba le at the mo-
THUMBS UP to Collins Booksellers Orange – especially Mindy – thank you for being amazing and making a little boy smile.
THUMBS UP to all the amazing staff at Orange Emergency department, especially to Dr Andrew Crimmins and Nurse Briget for their thorough care and compassion to my Dad last Saturday night. We are blessed to have such awesome health care staff in Orange.
A BIG THUMBS DOWN to Orange City Council for closing too many streets, close together south of Summer Street, and throwing the area into chaos.
A BIG THUMBS UP to Jonathan Roe and all the staff at OCL for producer paper in the
Women were highly regarded at the factory for their skill, reliability and genuine desire to do their best.
Photo courtesy CWD nega ve collec on, Orange and District Historical Society. The society holds a working day at Heritage Co age (148 March Street) each Wednesday from 10.30am to 4pm (with a lunch break from 1–1.30pm). Members are available to answer enquiries at this me.
Senior students of the Orange Chrisan School wowed audiences with their weekend performance of the classic Broadway Musical version of Peter Pan. Starring Nate Johnson as Peter Pan, Avery Honeyse
Emily Metcalfe as Captain Hook, the produc on was performed with a live orchestra comprising students, school staff, parents, and guest musicians, conducted by musical director and Deputy Principal Nicki Johnston. The show was directed by Mel McGowen and produced by Mel Collins.
More than 1000 people a the three performances at the Orange Civic Theatre over the weekend, with program and marke Honeyse , saying the show drew lots of compliments from those who a
“It was a really great experience for the kids,” Jaimie said, adding that the cast even had the opportunity to work with a professional drama coach. “They all really gained a lot of experience from that.”
OrangeCityLife’s photographer stopped by the Orange Civic Theatre on Friday morning for the rehearsal of Peter Pan, which was being performed for students invited from other local schools.
