With the event getting bigger and better every year the committee for the 2025 Hilltops off the Beaten Track Art and Cultural Trail is ready for a huge couple of weeks across the local region.
The two week long event kicks off from March 8 and will highlight the many fantastic hidden and not so hidden gems from the region, all while entertaining, educating and experiencing local galleries, wineries, cafes, functions and events as well as plenty more.
“This highly anticipated event unites local artists, businesses, and organisations in a remarkable celebration of creativity, culture and community spirit across the region’s towns and villages,” the Hilltops Off the Beaten Track committee said.
“The art trail offers locals and visitors from nearby towns a unique opportunity
to explore the vibrant, creative landscape of the Hilltops.”
Throughout the years of its running the trail has brought tourists through towns and villages all across the Hilltops region which has not only benefitted local artists and artisans but local businesses have benefitted too.
“For local businesses, the trail brings increased visibility and connection,” the committee said.
“By encouraging movement through the region, it provides a valuable economic boost.”
Owners of the Murringo Barracks, Mark and Therese Crowe has felt the many benefits the trail has brought to the region.
“The hundreds of visitors we have through our gallery during Hilltops off the Beaten Track has elevated our business beyond be -
lief,” Therese said.
The purpose of the trail isn’t only to highlight the talent that already exists in the Hilltops, but inspires and lights a spark to foster the next generation of artists and performers.
“Young Regional Conservatorium values the opportunities afforded through Hilltops Off the Beaten Track, as it provides not only exposure for our work, but also for our students to experience live artistic performances and presentations without the need for costly, time consuming travel to larger towns and cities,” Young Regional Conservatorium CEO Dr Wendy Brooks said.
The Young Society of Artists Inc, has also seen the many benefits the event has brought to the younger generations of artists.
“The children’s art exhibition, organised by Star Art,
is open to all children within the Hilltops LGA,” Young Society of Artists Inc’s Heather Ruhl said.
“Not only is it one of the most colourful exhibitions on the trail, but it also gives young local artists the chance to showcase their creativity to a wide audience.
“Hilltops Off the Beaten Track is fostering the future of art in our region, which is so important.”
The event has grown year on year thanks to the strength of the community support and partnerships.
“With every 60 events on this year’s art tail, it’s a testament to what a community can achieve when united by a shared vision,” Sharon Smithers from Bees to Honey Marketing said.
“The collaboration between local artists and business owners is truly inspiring and demonstrates
the power of supporting one another to grow and thrive.”
Starting off as a grassroots initiative led by Heather Ruhl and her passion and dedication for the Young Society of Artists and the hard work and dedication of Christine Burnett from Hilltops Arts.
“Its continued success relies on dedicated volunteers and the generosity of local sponsors and fundraising efforts,” the committee said.
“This year’s major sponsors include the Young Services Club, South West Slopes Bank, and Community Bank Boorowa, with additional support from Bees to Honey Marketing, Reload Productions Australia, Southern Cross Cinema and Arts Complex, Hilltops Council, Southern Tablelands Arts and a grant received from Squadron Energy.”
Locals and visitors alike
are very excited for the upcoming event with well over 60 events to be held between March 8 and 23, everyone within the community is invited to take part in the event with the full schedule and program available online at hobtrack.hilltopsarts.org, including tickets for the grand opening to be held at the Southern Cross Cinema on March 7.
The grand opening will be in conjunction with the celebration of 20 years of the cinema at the Southern Cross Cinema and will include the art of making movies and special effects.
Doors will open at 6.30pm for a glass of wine and cheese nibbles.
Visit the website for more details, to plan your own trail or to book events or experiences.
Keep an eye out for tins raising funds for Braden
BRADD and Alayna Scott’s son, Braden Scott, has su ered a major accident on Australia and locals are coming together to help the local family and are calling on the community for support.
While Braden was camping at Valla Beach with his family and friends he tragically dove into a shallow waters hitting the sandbar below, resulting in him breaking all seven vertebrae in his neck, leaving him on a ventilator at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane and with a long, hard road to recovery for both Braden and his family.
Locals have come together to help the family with a gofundme page and fundraising tins which will be found at local businesses like The Bush Chemist.
“A once hard working young man’s life has taken a huge turn and now changed for the worse,” a friend of the family said.
“Now ghting every day to get his strength back to get his life back.
“Braden is a very outgoing, bright person who brings joy to everyone’s life.
“Whilst living in Young, Braden had a love for football, playing for the Young
Cherrypickers Junior team.”
The Scott family is well known in the community having contributed to a number of groups and organisations for many years prior to moving away.
“Brad was a highly respected mechanic at Young Automotive Repairs and Presna Transport and also ran his own business while in Young,” the family friend said.
“Alayna was vice president of the Little Athletics Association, which was very much appreciated and de nitely not forgotten.”
Both Brad and Alayna were always happy to give a helping hand where ever and whenever it was needed.
“Nothing was too big or small if help was needed,” the friend said.
“On behalf of Braden and his family, I’m asking our community to come together and show their support by donating to a once hardworking young man and his family in this extremely tough time and to get the life back he deserves.”
Keep an eye out and make a donation in the tins or jump online and visit the gofundme page at https://www.gofundme. com/f/lets-help-braydo-walkagain.
PFAS contaminations across the state - yet the Government has o ered no solutions, despite knowing this was coming for months,” Ms Cooke said.
“This is on top of the Sydney Water contaminations.”
In September last year, following highly publicised PFAS contaminations on the Belubula River and at Greaves Creek and Medlow Dam in the Blue Mountains, the Coalition called for a special commission of inquiry into PFAS contamination of waterways and water storages.
According to Ms Cooke this would have provided stronger investigative powers than the parliamentary inquiry that was ultimately established with the support of the Government and the Greens.
Last Wednesday, the upper house inquiry heard damning
tected, Riverina Water County Council spent $20,000 last month on testing alone.
According to Ms Cooke, Cr Tout made it clear the NSW Government should bear the majority of responsibility for funding the response to PFAS contamination in town water supplies.
“The Government has committed zero infrastructure funding to help local water utilities tackle PFAS in drinking water,” Ms Cooke said.
“As Minister Jackson likes to say, the Safe and Secure Water Program is ‘fully allocated, though not exhausted’ until 2028.
“That means communities in crisis are being told to wait years before the Government even considers new priorities. The Safe and Secure Water Program is e ectively on ice.”
Ms Cooke said the situation
is even more dire in Warialda, where two of the town’s ve bores are o ine due to PFAS contamination, and a third is out -
munity has relied on bottled
When asked by Scott Barrett MLC how this would play out in a 2019- style drought, Gwydir Shire Council General Manager and Country Mayors Association PFAS representative Alex Eddy said the town would face immediate Level 5 water restrictions.
Ms Cooke said the council is now weighing up a $1 million water ltration upgrade or a $500,000 investment in a new bore outside the contamination zone - costs that small communities should not be le to shoulder alone.
“The Government can’t continue to turn a blind eye while communities bear the nancial and health consequences of PFAS contamination,” Ms Cooke said.
“Local councils, water utilities and residents need urgent infrastructure funding and a clear, coordinated response - not more delays and excuses.”
CEF Young award scholarship recipients
HUGE congratulations to our scholarship recipients.
A special shout-out to Georgia Noakes, awarded the Finder Community Fund Scholarship, and to Sam Fuller, Faith Glue, and Angel Parsons, who received the Financial Relief Scholarship.
We also celebrate Angus Johnson recipient of the the Audi Foundation CEF Scholarship and Abbey Hall recipient of the Dunmore Lang College scholarship.
In total an incredible $51,000 EXTRA for 6 of our 38 students has been allocated through Country Education Foundation to support these students on their educational journey.
This year, 34 students are starting their studies in a diverse range of elds including: Medicine, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Hearing, Engineering Physiotherapy, Social work, Agriculture
Science/Business Management, Construction, Project Management Business Studies, Primary Secondary Education, Veterinary Biology, Health Sciences, Midwifery, Nurs-
ing, Paramedic and International Relations.
It is because of our generous community that CEF Young is able to support students in
their tertiary education. Thank you for making a di erence.
- COUNTRY EDUCATION FOUNDATION, YOUNG
St John’s Op Shop helps community groups
First meeting of 2025 for Young Hospital Auxiliary
THE members of the Young Hospital Auxiliary held their rst meeting for the 2025 year on 4 February.
President Janice Ward welcomed members and thanked them for their e orts during 2024.
Mrs Ward outlined the fund raising events for the coming year including the High Tea, Winter Luncheon and the Spring Open Gardens.
These events are the tools whereby the Auxiliary raises funds for the purchase of equipment for the Hospital.
Members were reminded that there will be a tour of the Hospital facilities on Monday 17 March at 11am where they will be able to view some of the equipment the Auxiliary has funded.
ST. John’s Op Shop on Cloete Street in Young continues to help local community groups.
On Monday 3rd February a morning tea was held at St John’s parish hall where local members of community groups were presented with donations.
The hard work of the Op Shop volunteers makes the donations possible.
Donations were made to the Young Hospital Auxiliary, Riding for the Disabled, Young Motor Neurone group, Boys to the Bush, Christian Education, Young Crisis Centre Accommodation and Margaret House Refuge.
The representatives from the organisations expressed their appreciation to members of St John’s Op Shop.
The donations received will
go towards helping children and adults who need support.
FINAL GARAGE SALE FOR ST JOHN’S ANGLICAN CHUCH
St. John’s Final Garage Sale to be held on Friday 28th February and Saturday 1st March.
Unfortunately, a er these dates will be unable to continue with our regular sales due to our dwindling group of volunteers and the cost of tip fees.
We are very grateful to all who have supported our sales over the years, however from the end of February we ask that you donate your household items and toys to other charities.
Our Op Shop is remaining open and we will be still taking donations of clothes, shoes, handbags, and manchester only.
The book sales will also be continuing.
Lambing Flat Enterprises has said they would be very pleased to accept donations that would have previously come to us.
Please pass on this message if you know of people wishing to donate goods to bene t our community.
Once again thank you to all who have supported our garage sales in the past.
- ST JOHN’S OP SHOP COMMITTEE
The Auxiliary gratefully received a generous donation from Mrs Libby Wood in memory of her late husband Neville.
President Janice Ward thanked Libby and invited her to become a member of the Auxiliary.
The Auxiliary also accepted a generous donation from St John’s Anglican Church for which the Auxiliary is very grateful.
Planning for the Autumn High Tea on Saturday 12 April is underway.
It will be held in the St John’s Anglican Church Hall.
The cost will be $25 per person. Booking details will follow shortly.
The Auxiliary meets the rst Thursday of each month at 10.30am at the Young Health Facility.
Prospective new members are very welcomed and could come along and hear what the Auxiliary is planning.
- LIBBY PLUMLEY
MurrumBurrah Harden hospital auxiliary
Harden Hospital Auxiliary will not be meeting in March.
Meetings will resume as normal for April (Thursday April 3, 2025).
- MANDY JONES
YOUR COUNCIL - YOUR NEWS HILLTOPS COUNCIL
For all Enquiries please contact Hilltops Council on 1300 445 586
PLANNED COUNCIL WORKS
Thursday 20/02/2025 to Thursday 27/02/2025
The following planned works are underway in the Hilltops Council areas:
ROADWORKS
Maintenance Grading
• Boorowa Street, Koorawatha
• Cowra Street, Koorawatha
• Colemans Lane
• Little Plains Road
• Milly Milly Lane
Gravel Re-sheeting
• Colemans Lane
• Milly Milly Lane
Sealed Road Repairs
• Moppity Road
• Resealing various local roads
across Young:
• Apps Lane
• Back Creek Road
• Barwang Street
• Bribbaree Road
• Cowper Street
• Edwards Street
• Hills Street
• Scenic Road
• Tubbul Road
Construction Projects
• Murringo Road (Bridge at Murringo General Cemetery)
• Rugby Road heavy patching
• Thornhill Street commencing 17/02 – 24/02/2025
Road Maintenance Council Contract
• Ongoing routine maintenance works on all state roads.
Open Spaces
Mowing Ovals/ Maintenance
• Alfred Oval
• Cranfield Oval
• Cullen Oval
• Doolan Oval
• Gus Smith Oval
• Hall Bros Oval
• Henry/Miller Oval
• McLean Oval
• Recreation Oval
• Roberts Park
• Sawpit Gully Oval
• Showground fields
Mowing/Maintenance Parks
• Anderson Park
• Apex Park
• Captain Cook Weir
• Caravan Park
• Carrington Park
• Coddington Park
• Court House Park
• Dr Kelf Park
• Newson Park
• Pool
• Recreation Park
• Rintoul Park
• River Walk
• Rotary Park
• Skate Park
• Tresillian Park
Line Marking Cricket Pitches / Ovals
• Athletics tracks
• Cricket pitch preparation
• Soccer fields
• Touch Football fields
PESTICIDE & HERBICIDE USE NOTIFICATION
UNTIL WEEK ENDING THURSDAY 27/02/2025 is available on Council’s website at https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/ council-works-and-road-closures
• General operation, routine maintenance and inspection of treatment plants and reservoirs
• Hydrant maintenance throughout towns including stop valves
• New sewer connections
• New water service connections
• Routine plumbing maintenance in Council owned buildings
• Routine operations and maintenance
• Routine water quality testing and monitoring
• Water main replacement and service line connectionsThornhill Street
• Water meter reading
Planned works are subject to change due to Council resources, sta ing availability, shi ing priorities and weather conditions.
Speed restrictions will be in place and minor delays may be experienced. Road users should reduce their speed and exercise caution when travelling through roadwork sites.
Motorists are advised that Roadwork
Speed Limits are enforceable by the NSW Police.
PLEASE DIRECT ANY ENQUIRIES TO CUSTOMER SERVICES ON 1300 445 586.
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST -
HILLTOPS DELEGATES TO THE NSW SOUTHERN REGIONAL PLANNING PANEL (SRPP)
Hilltops Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from applicants with a diverse background and a broad range of skills and experience to be the Council Appointed members on the NSW Southern Regional Planning Panel (SRPP). Skills and experience of applicants for the EOI include the areas of planning; architecture; heritage; the environment; urban design; land economics; or law.
Council is looking to appoint four (4) alternating members. Membership on the SRPP is for a period of up to 3 years.
SUBMISSIONS
Please submit your completed application with a response to each of the below criteria via email to mail@hilltops.nsw. gov.au.
The selection criteria for Council members includes:
• senior level experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders;
• high level communication skills;
• capability to drive high profile outcomes in a credible and authoritative manner;
• high level analytical skills;
• and knowledge of the assessment of complex development and planning matters.
At least one of the two Council nominees must have a high level of expertise in one or more of the following fields: e planning; architecture; the environment; urban design; land economics; tra ic and transport; law; engineering; or tourism.
Council will require a statutory declaration to be signed stating nominees are not property developers or real estate agents, as required by section 2.13 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
Probity checks will also be undertaken and will include a bankruptcy record check and National Police Check.
In addition to the above, applicants must demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Planning Panel process and their ability to adhere to the Code of Conduct and Operational Procedures. Payment will be in accordance with the NSW Government’s guidelines.
For more information, go to https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/ have-your-say/ Applications must be lodged no later than 5pm on Friday 28 February 2025. If you should have any queries regarding the Expression of Interest please contact Jaime Dyhrberg, Director Planning, via mail@hilltops.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 445 586.
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – PROVISION OF BUILDING SERVICES FOR JUGIONG MEMORIAL HALL BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
Hilltops Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from licensed builders to complete renovations to the bathrooms at the Jugiong Memorial Hall. Works will include, but are not limited to, renovations to the existing Shower Room, Male Bathroom and Female Bathroom, Electrical Upgrade and Painting.
If you are interested in more information, and wish to provide a quote, please email mail@hilltops.nsw.gov.au with your expression of interest.
COMMUNITY CONSULTATION ON IMPROVEMENTS TO WASTE SERVICES
Council is seeking feedback from residents, businesses, and stakeholders on the proposed charges and service level options to achieve environmental compliance goals and financial sustainability.
Building on the success of community consultation workshops held in early 2023, Council will be engaging in additional community consultation to provide information and receive feedback on the identified options to improve waste services.
The consultation approach will include:
1. Community consultation workshops to take place across Hilltops from Thursday 13 February 2025 to Thursday 6 March 2025, to collect more qualitative data and gauge the di erent priorities of di erent communities.
2. An online waste management survey will open from Monday 17 February 2025 to Sunday 16 March 2025 for those who are unable to attend a consultation session and to collect statistical data on customer attitudes to proposed charges and waste management options.
3. Written submissions are invited for any feedback which does not fit in to either of the above consultation options.
For more information, workshop schedule and access to the online waste management survey (available from Monday 17 February 2025 to Sunday 16 March 2025), go to https://www.hilltops. nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/ SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - HILLTOPS ACCESS COMMITTEE
Hilltops Council would like to invite members of the community to nominate for the Hilltops Access Committee (the ‘Committee’).
Council is looking to appoint up to ten (10) community members or representatives from our local community in line with the term of Council.
Eligibility:
To be eligible as a community representative, members must live, work, study or have connections to the Hilltops LGA and meet at least one of the following desirable criteria:
• Be a person with disability or mobility restriction or represent a group of persons who have disability or mobility restriction.
• Be a family member of people with disability within the LGA
• Be a representative of a local disability service provider providing services to people with disability within the LGA.
SUBMISSIONS
If you believe you could add value to the Hilltops Access Committee, please complete and submit the Expression of Interest form available at https:// www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/haveyour-say/. Applicants must also attach a supporting letter demonstrating how your membership would be of benefit to the Committee.
Applications are to be submitted via mail@ hilltops.nsw.gov.au no later than 5pm on Friday 13 March 2025.
If you should have any queries regarding the Expression of Interest please contact Darryl Smith, Manager Corporate Strategy & Community, via mail@hilltops.nsw.gov. au or on 1300 445 586.
CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICE AT HARDEN LIBRARY
Please be advised that a customer service o ice is operating out of the Harden Library (based in the Trinity Centre on East Street).
This is a temporary arrangement and hours of operation will align with that of the library which are Monday to Friday 10am to 12.30pm & 1.30pm to 5pm (the cashier closes at 4.30pm) Visit during these times or please call 1300 445 586.
New committee elected for Boorowa LHAC
BOOROWA Local Health Advisory Committee (LHAC) held their annual general meeting and election of o ce bearers last week with the appointment of new committee members.
Taryn Riles was appointed as the chair of the Boorowa LHAC and David Marsh retained the position of Vice Chair, while Debbie Rheinberger will continue as the communications o cer and Lyn Diskon was appointed as secretary.
Boorowa LHAC members are Taryn Riles, David Marsh, Debbie Rheinberger, Lyn Diskon, Marg Kelly, Jenny Carter, Jane Campbell, James Blackwell, Tara Barrett and Patricia Ryan.
Outgoing chair, Marg Kelly, spoke of the LHAC achievements over the past year including the formation of the Boorowa LHAC, Dying to Know Day and the Hospital Open Day.
Boorowa LHAC will continue to advocate for the community under its new leadership.
“Our aim going forward will be to continue our work to improve communication about health services in our area,” Taryn said.
“Part of our role as advocates is to ensure community needs are communicated to health providers.
“We would like local people to feel that they can come and talk to us about their concerns and provide feedback so that we can communicate these issues e ectively with health service providers.”
Boorowa LHAC is already thinking ahead with a planning session
organised for March and discussions started around preparing a health service directory.
Boorowa is one of 28 other LHACs across the Murrumbidgee region, all advocating for better health outcomes and representing the needs of their community.
People can contact the Boorowa LHAC via its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/BoorowaLHAC or via the feedback for at http://msnswlhd.snapforms.com. au/form/mlhd---/lhac-contact-form.
- BOOROWA LOCAL HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Podiatrist now available in Boorowa
KENDALL Sawyer Podiatry is working out of Boorowa on Thursdays covering all aspects of podiatry, including assessment and management of skin and nail concerns, diabetes assessment and education, paediatric foot assessments, biomechanical assessment, footwear advice and footcare education. No referral is needed, anyone with a chronic disease should see their GP as they may be eligible for a Chronic Disease Management Plan which could enable them to a rebate of $60 for their visit. Referrals from aged care providers including Australian Unity and Baptist Care as well as NDIS and DVA referrals are also accepted.
To book an appointment contact 0491 625 538 or email kspodiatry@outlook. com.
AFTER several years of operation, the Table Tennis for Seniors project, conducted in Boorowa’s St John’s Hall each Tuesday morning, continues to provide positive exercise and social enjoyment for local participants. Everybody is welcome, both young and old, and all are encouraged to take part in the friendly competition, whatever their standard of pro ciency.
Morning tea is an occasion for the sharing of experiences, many of them being of an amusing nature, and the latest local news.
The bene ts of participation include those which stem from healthy exercise and an improvement in hand and eye coordination, and at the same time the enjoyment of social interaction.
The organisers would like to encourage more locals to take advantage of the regular weekly activity.
Table Tennis for Seniors is conducted in St John’s Hall every Tuesday morning from 10am to 12noon.
All equipment is provided and any newcomers can be assured of a friendly welcome.
Any enquiries can be directed to Derrick Mason on 0427 853213.
- DERRICK MASON
Table Tennis for Seniors continues in Boorowa
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Hilltops Councillor Column
FIRSTLY, I would like to start by acknowledging the passing of Kevin Manwaring, who collapsed while at work with the council road crew back in January.
It was a shock to the team and the Harden community.
Kevin was one of the key members of the road team working out of the Harden depot and had served council and the community for many years.
As most are aware, Harden Murrumburrah and the surrounding area was struck by a violent hailstorm last Monday.
The e ects were truly devastating.
Roofs were torn o , windows smashed, ceilings collapsed, and premises ooded.
In the rural areas, fences were washed away, topsoil was stripped from paddocks, and roads severely impacted.
A farmer lost 300 sheep in one paddock.
The devastation really had to be seen to be believed.
In 20-25 minutes, over 100mm of rain and 20 cm of hail fell.
Photos and videos on social media are jaw dropping to watch.
In the Harden township, many businesses have been
closed since and are still working to clean up the damage and repair the destruction.
The response from the local community has been fantastic.
Council crews worked with local community members, the SES, RFS, and tradies who came from all around to assist with the clean-up.
Their e orts made a huge di erence to those impacted, so a very, very big thank you to all involved.
Technological changes that have led to the significant rise in online shopping over the last 10 years have negatively impacted
towns like Harden. However, when disaster struck, the local community came together to help each other.
There are many businesses that don’t have, or won’t have, inhabitable premises for some time, which will impact their cash ow and moral.
Local Member Steph Cooke, the Harden Regional Development Corporation (HRDC) and the council are all working to get impacted businesses and community facilities, such as the Kruger Medical Centre, Bunyip PreSchool, and the gym, up and operational again.
Critical to the recovery is having the area disasterdeclared, as it will unlock funding to help in the recovery e ort.
It is a great relief that council received notice yesterday that this declaration has been made for Harden.
Steph Cooke and Mayor Ingram will attend a meeting with the Emergency Services Minister in Sydney to further push the needs of the community notwithstanding this declaration as it is likely to be a long and slow process for insurance claims to be dealt with.
- DEPUTY MAYOR TONY FLANERY
Sister Carr and the delivery of babies at Mercy Care
THE Sisters of Mercy presented this set of scales to the Young Historical Society in memory of Sister Mary Monica Carr.
The scales are now displayed in the Museum.
Sister Carr started work at the Sacred Heart Hospital, later known as the Mercy Care Centre, in 1926 and served the hospital and community for the next 50 years.
From 1935, most of those years were spent in the maternity section, where about 7,000 babies were weighed on these scales.
The scales were made by the rm owned by Jabez William Wedderburn, who had opened his rst business at 88 Liverpool Street, Sydney, in 1896.
He was the son of Jabez Wedderburn, head of the London rm
Scale Makers and Adjusters.
Wedderburn later purchased property in Redfern and set up a manufacturing plant in Chippendale, where the maternity scales were probably made.
Sister Carr was born at Tallangatta, Victoria, in 1900 to Thomas and Bridget Carr.
Thomas, a native of Cork, Ireland, was one of Tallangatta’s earliest settlers.
He died in an accident in March 1916.
Bridget, the daughter of Patrick Mullin of Tallangatta Valley, died a few months later in December, due to an illness she had su ered for two years.
Orphaned at age 16, Sister Carr was helped by her mother’s family. She was interested in music and
acting, perform- ing at local concerts and theatre productions. She trained to become a nurse and was appointed second sister in
charge of Young Hospital in 1926.
Sister Carr was supposed to be helping Sister Mary Hugh for only a few months but ended up staying in Young for the rest of her life.
nised against diphtheria during the week, including nine children from one family.
She did her General training at the Mater Hospital.
At the request of the nuns in Young, she travelled to Melbourne to undergo training in obstetrics at the Women’s Hospital in 1929. She delivered many babies prior to the opening of the Obstetrics Unit in 1936.
Not only was Sister Carr delivering babies, she and Dr Gardiner travelled to villages surrounding Young to immunise children against infectious diseases.
On one occasion, at Milvale in July 1939, 40 children were immu-
When Dr Gardiner’s second wife Dorothy died, she took care of his newborn daughter.
Sister Carr was awarded an MBE in 1957 for her contribution to nursing.
A er her retirement, she lived in a unit at the Mercy Care Centre and then, as her health deteriorated, she moved into a room at the Centre.
She died on Monday 1st June 1987.
“Sister Carr will be remembered with great gratitude as a wonderful citizen who contributed a great deal to Young.”
- KAREN SCHAMBERGER, Young Historical Society
FIRST JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS CASE THIS SUMMER
JAPANESE encephalitis (JE) virus infection has been identi ed in a man who likely acquired his infection while camping in the Murrumbidgee region in NSW.
NSW Health’s Executive Director of Health Protection Dr Jeremy McAnulty said this recent case, who is currently recovering in hospital, is likely to have acquired the infection in late December or early January while holidaying.
“This case, along with recent detections in pigs and mosquitoes in NSW and detections in Victoria and Queensland, highlights the risk of JE virus infection in a large stretch of NSW west of the Great Dividing Range,” Dr McAnulty said.
“It is very important for people who live in or travel to these areas to be aware of the elevated risk and to take precautions against mosquito bites. In addition to JE virus, Murray Valley Encephalitis, Kunjin, Ross River, and Barmah Forest viruses can also be spread by mosquito bites.
“Importantly, there is a safe, e ective and free vaccine to protect against JE which is available to anyone who lives or routinely works in various inland LGAs as well as for people who work in some other high-risk occupations.”
JE vaccine is available through local General
Practitioners, Aboriginal health services and pharmacists.
People who meet the eligibility criteria should make an appointment with their GP, Aboriginal Medical Service or pharmacy and let the provider know it is for the JE vaccine. These providers may require a few days’ notice so they can order the vaccine.
Actions to prevent mosquito bites include:
Applying repellent to exposed skin. Use repellents that contain DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Check the label for reapplication times
Re-applying repellent regularly, particularly a er swimming. Be sure to apply sunscreen rst and then apply repellent
Wearing light, loose- tting long-sleeve shirts, long pants and covered footwear. and socks
Avoiding going outdoors during peak mosquito times, especially dawn and dusk
Using insecticide sprays, vapour dispensing units and mosquito coils to repel mosquitoes (mosquito coils should only be used outdoors in well-ventilated areas)
your home to reduce the places where mosquitoes can breed
Using repellents that are safe for children. Most skin repellents are safe for use on children aged three months and older. Always check the label for instructions
Protecting infants aged less than three months by using an infant carrier draped with mosquito netting, secured along the edges
While camping, use a tent that has y screens to prevent mosquitoes entering or sleep under a mosquito net
Covering windows and doors with insect screens and checking there are no gaps
Removing items that may collect water such as old tyres and empty pots from around
Information on eligibility for a free JE vaccine is available on Japanese encephalitis vaccination.
JE virus cannot be transmitted between humans, and it cannot be caught by eating pork or other pig products.
For further information on JE virus and ways to protect yourself visit https://www. health.nsw.gov.au/mosquitoes.
Natural disaster declaration for Harden Murrumburrah
MEMBER for Cootamundra Steph
Cooke has welcomed the Natural Disaster Declaration for the Hilltops Local Government Area following the devastating hailstorm that struck Harden and surrounding areas on Monday, February 10.
Ms Cooke said the declaration unlocks critical funding and support for eligible residents, businesses, and primary producers a ected by the severe weather event.
“This declaration means that assistance is now available for those whose homes or essential household items have been damaged or destroyed, as well as for business owners and primary producers who have su ered direct losses,” Ms Cooke said.
“I strongly encourage anyone impacted by this event to apply for the nancial support now on o er to assist with recovery.”
Ms Cooke also praised the swi response from emergency services, local volunteers, and government agencies in supporting the Harden community.
tion Authority have provided tremendous support to residents, and I sincerely thank them for their e orts.
and recovery - our communities are stronger because of your dedication.”
ment to assisting those a ected.
“The SES and the NSW Reconstruc-
“I also want to acknowledge the many local volunteers who have worked tirelessly in the clean-up
Ms Cooke extended her appreciation to the Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, for his prompt response to the disaster and commit-
Assistance measures that may be provided to communities through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) include:
Support for eligible residents to help meet immediate needs like emergency accommodation.
Grants for low income, uninsured residents to replace lost essential household items to maintain a basic standard of living.
Grants for low income, uninsured residents to undertake essential structural repairs to restore their homes to a safe and habitable condition.
Support for a ected local councils and other agencies to help with the costs of cleaning up, keeping the community safe and restoring damaged essential public assets.
Concessional interest rate loans for small businesses, primary producers, and non-pro t organisations and grants to sporting and recreation clubs to repair or replace damaged or destroyed property.
Freight subsidies for primary producers to help transport livestock and fodder.
Further information on disaster assistance can be found on the Australian Government’s Disaster Assist website at www.disasterassist.gov.au.
Disaster support welcomed by McCormack
MEMBER for Riverina Michael McCormack has welcomed joint FederalState Government disaster support for storm damage su ered in the Hilltops Local Government Area on 10 February.
Mr McCormack met with Federal Minister for Emergency Management of Australia, Senator Jenny McAllister, in Canberra last week to discuss the damage bill in the Hilltops Local Area.
“I am pleased the Minister has responded to the need in the Hilltops region with New South Wales Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib,” Mr McCormack said.
Today’s announcement follows similar relief granted recently to the Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga City Council Local Government Areas following devastating storms in January.
“This support will very much be welcomed in
the Hilltops area where properties were smashed by hail to the point where some homes have become unliveable,” Mr McCormack said.
Mr McCormack said he had spoken with the Mayor of Hilltops, Councillor Brian Ingram, about the disaster support as the clean-up continues.
Assistance measures that may be provided to communities through the Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) include:
Support for eligible residents to help meet immediate needs such as emergency accommodation.
Grants for low income, uninsured residents to replace lost essential household items to maintain a basic standard of living.
Grants for low income, uninsured residents to
undertake essential structural repairs to restore their homes to a safe and habitable condition.
Support for a ected local councils and other agencies to help with the costs of cleaning up, keeping the community safe and restoring damaged essential public assets.
Concessional interest rate loans for small businesses, primary producers, and non-pro t organisations and grants to sporting and recreation clubs to repair or replace damaged or destroyed property.
Freight subsidies for primary producers to help transport livestock and fodder.
Mr McCormack repeated that he would continue to work with local councils to see what further assistance may be required as assessments and clean-ups continue.
Hilltops Council Mayor Brian Ingram with Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke.
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135th annual Boorowa Show
ON Saturday March 1 the Boorowa Show will be celebrating its 135th year with plenty of fun for the whole family to make it a fantastic day out and a way for the community to come together and celebrate.
Tickets will be available at the gate or at the show o ce ahead of the show with adult entry $15 and $30 for a family pass, or why not become a Boorowa Show member when you visit the show ofce.
The committee has been working hard and this year’s event will include free children’s activities and entertainment for all ages including, face painting, interactive science activities and fun mini-shows by Fizzic’s Education as well as the highly popular Old Kentucky Animal farm where kids and adults alike can pet and cuddle with an array of farm animals in the petting zoo.
Throughout the day Outback Jack’s Stockman Show will be holding three performances full of comedy and action which will showcase horsemanship and keep the crowds on their toes as well as working sheep dog demonstrations and whip cracking.
On top of the fascinating exhibits in the pavilions which highlight the best of the Boorowa community, there will also be market and food stalls, live music, livestock exhibits, alpaca judg-
les and sauces and Lego.
Boorowa Show Society secretary, Narelle Nixon mentioned some extra special additions to the displays for this year’s event.
“The show society was contacted by a family in Queensland recently, who wished to see some old trophies from the earliest Boorowa Show’s returned,” Narelle said.
ing and exhibits, stud cattle and parade with an emphasis on junior parading and judg ing.
not only have some fun and amazing birds on display but the winners will receive prizemoney thanks to the
“We believe that at least one trophy was from the rst recorded show in 1888.
“The committee is hoping to display these trophies in the pavilion when they arrive, so keep an eye out for these pieces of our show history.”
The trophies are not only a part of the Show’s history but local history as well and will be well worth a look.
“This is the second occasion we have been fortunate to have early trophies return to our town,” Narelle said.
“Some may remember the story of another trophy found in an antique shop in NZ from the rst show.
“It is now on display in the Boorowa Museum.”
The trophies along with other exhibits, events and fun will kick o at the Boorowa Showground from 8am on Saturday March 1.
We look forward to seeing you there. Visit the Boorowa show website or their Facebook page for more information and to nd entries for the event.
What’s on at the 135th Boorowa Show?
Australian and British Breeds Sheep
Judging will be held on Friday February 28 | Chief Steward: Dane Rowley 0422 560 361 | Stewards: K Coble, M Corkhill Snr, N Corkhill, V Coble
Entries close on the day. 9.30am start.
Prizes and awards will be presented for the Kei-Vale Dorset Stud Prize for best Dorset horn on exhibit, JM Corcoran prize for most successful exhibitor Poll Dorsets, Springwaters prize for Grand Champion Poll Dorset, Boorowa IGA prize for Supreme Champion Prime Lamb sire, Corkhills Ag prize for Supreme Champion Prime Lamb dam, K and V Coble prize and ribbon for best pair ram and ewe lamb (all breeds eligible), Michael Corkhill prize for best Border Leicester ewe lamb and Flemings Property prize.
Ribbons will be awarded for champion ram and champion ewe in each breed, reserve champion ram and reserve champion ewe in each breed, best pair ram and ewe lamb, supreme champion prime lamb sire (all champions eligible) and supreme champion prime lamb dam (all champions eligible).
Classes are being held for Dorset horn, Poll Dorset, Border Leicester, South Suffolk, Su olk and White Suffolks.
Alpacas
Judging of halter classes to
commence at 9.30am on Saturday March 1, alpacas are to be penned by 8.30am in readiness for inspection.
Entries close Monday February 24. Entries are able to be made through eAlpaca at www.ealpaca.com.au.
Judge for the halter classes is Kurt Parker.
Head steward: Paul Maslen | Convenor: Carolyn Austin 0410 693 802
Art
Chief steward: Loraine Anderson 0425 284 518
There will be sections for open, novices and juniors.
Prizes will be awarded for the Murringo Barracks Prize for most successful exhibitor in show, the Roslyn Evans Memorial Trophy (perpetual) for class 3202 - painting or drawing, any medium, depicting a recognisable scene, person or object in
BOOROWA TRACTORS
the Boorowa Shire and ribbons for champion artwork of show for opens and juniors as well as the A and E Gorham Memorial Prize for the most successful exhibitor feature section.
Entries close on Wednesday February 26, 2025 at 5pm, no late entries will be accepted.
All entry forms and artwork must be delivered to the Show O ce at the Old Court House Building, Marsden Street, Boorowa, no later than 5pm on Wednesday, except for group entries.
Classes in the open section will include the Feature Section of Pollinators, painting or drawing depicting feature, painting or drawing, any medium depicting a recognisable scene, person or object in the Boorowa Shire, works on paper including drawing,
printmaking or watercolour and painting on canvas or board, any subject, any medium, any style.
There is one class in the novice section for unrecognised artists - painting or drawing by an artist who has never won a prize for their
In the Junior section there are three classes including the 13-18 years painting, drawing or collage of any subject and in any medium, 9-12 years painting, drawing or collage any subject and any medium and 5-8 years painting, drawing or collage of any subject in any medium.
Bee and Bat Boxes
Give mother nature, our native bees and microbats a helping hand to keep our plants and food crops pollinated and keep us growing strong with the best quality food we can grow.
Entries are due by Wednesday February 26 (that’s the paperwork), exhibits (that’s the hotels and boxes) are to be taken to the Showground pavilion before 9am on Friday February 28.
Cattle
Beef cattle and junior judging | judging to take place on Saturday March 1 | entries taken from 8am and judging starts at 9am.
Chief steward: Simon Lindeman 0429 699 152 | Stewards: Glen Miner, Anton Maher, Anne Hamon, Stewart Bewley.
Major sponsors Boorowa
Community Bank and Rabobank.
Classes for Herefords, Poll Herefords, Angus, Murray Greys, Interbreeds and Others as well as junior paraders and junior judging.
Prizes and awards for champion, reserve champion, grand champions and supreme.
Cooking Chief Steward: Jo Mackay 0429 853 047 | Steward: Wendy Tuckerman and Trish Ryan.
Entries close 5pm Wednesday February 26 at the Show O ce.
Trophies and prizes will be awarded for the Joan Mackay Memorial prize for Jam Tarts, Judy-Anne Stokehill Prize for boiled fruit cake, Boorowa Pharmacy prize for Mud Cake, Ag Shows NSW award for dark rich fruit cake, Doreen Gay Memorial prize for bread, Mayor’s prize for damper, The Marsden Street General prize for heritage cake and the Greta Campbell prize for most successful junior exhibitor and most successful teenage exhibitor.
Prizemoney is donated by S and P Corcoran, Boorowa IGA, Boorowa Courthouse Arts and Cra s, Squadron Energy/ Bango Wind Farm, Boorowa Chinese Restaurant, Boorowa Lions Club and Boorowa Ladies Golf Club.
Handicra s
Chief Steward: Deb McNeil 0448 282 759
Stewards: Brodie Stewart, Gay Edwards and Karen Smith.
Prizemoney and awards from the Boorowa Courthouse Arts and Cra s for So toy, handmade and cloth doll hand made, Stonehaven Furniture for woodwork furniture, woodwork bowl, woodwork any article not mentioned, Louise Baer prize for most outstanding exhibit and Thursday craers who have donated $100 in prizemoney. Ribbons will be awarded to the most successful exhibitor and most successful junior exhibitor.
There will be classes for coat hangers, cushion covers, long stitch, cross stitch, pottery, calligraphy, greeting cards, scrapbooking, macrame, woodwork, recycled items, jewellery, leatherwork, diamond dotz, hats, and lots more.
Through the pavilion there are classes for jams and jellies, photography, needlework, knitting and crochet, wool, vegetables, fruit and farm produce and horticulture.
There are school displays, shearing exhibitions, vintage engines, harness driving classes, ock ewe competition and so, so much more. Visit the Boorowa Show website to nd out more as well as to check out the full list of classes and competitions that can be entered. Go to www.boorowashow. org.au.
Hilltops
BOOROWA SHOW
2025 28 Feb - 1 March
Friday 28th February: 9am 9am 9.30am
Championship Dog Show Judging
All Pavilion Sections Judging (Closed to Public)
Merino and Australian & British Breeds Sheep Judging
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Better Homes. 3.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Horse Racing. Silver Slipper Stakes Day and Caulfield Blue Diamond. 6.00 Dog Patrol.
6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 I Escaped To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Death In Paradise. 1.30 Optics. 2.00 Mozart: Rise Of A Genius. 2.55 Extraordinary Escapes. 3.45 The Role Of A Lifetime. 4.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. 5.30 Landline. 6.00 Australian Story. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Vera. 10.05 The Newsreader. 10.55 Unforgotten. 11.45 Rage. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.10
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. Silver Slipper Stakes Day and Caulfield Blue Diamond. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 1. Sydney 500. Day 1. Pre-race and race. 9.15 MOVIE: The Bourne Ultimatum. (2007) Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, David Strathairn. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 National Drag Racing C’ship. Top Doorslammer. 4.00 Counting Cars. 4.30 Supercars C’ship. Sydney 500. Qualifying and support races. 6.30 Supercars C’ship. Sydney 500. Pre-race and race. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 MOVIE: Taken 3. (2014) 9.45 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER. 3.00 Doctor Who. 3.45 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.30 MythBusters. 5.20 Love Your Garden. 6.10 Amazing Spaces. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 8.45 Ab Fab. 10.15 ER. 11.00 Not Going Out. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 Your Next Cruise. 2.10 MOVIE: City Slickers. (1991) 4.30 Explore TV. 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: A Star Is Born. (2018) Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper, Sam Elliott. 11.15 My Life As A Rolling Stone. 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Weekender. 10.30 Weekender. 11.00 The Goldbergs. 11.30 Dream Home. 1.10 Holey Moley Australia. 2.45 Britain’s Got Talent. 4.50 Jabba’s Movies. 5.20 MOVIE: Blue Crush. (2002) 7.30 MOVIE: Back To The Future Part II. (1989) 9.45 MOVIE: Basic Instinct. (1992) 12.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 12.30 Farm To Fork. 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. Return. 1.30 Frugal Foodie. 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Roads Less Travelled. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 5.00 10 News First. 6.30 The Dog House Australia. 7.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 MOVIE: The Man Who Loved Redheads. (1955) 4.00 MOVIE: Birdman Of Alcatraz. (1962) 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 2. ACT Brumbies v Western Force. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 MOVIE: Operation Finale. (2018) 12.15 Late Programs.
Escapes. 5.05 This Is Going To Be Big. 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. 8.30 The Newsreader. 9.25 Love Me. 10.20 MOVIE: Sunday
race. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. 8.40 The Hunters. 10.10 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery. 12.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 DVine Living. 11.00 I Escaped To The Country. 12.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 3.30 Steam Train Journeys. 4.30 I Escaped To The Country. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Extreme Railways. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. 1.30 Tackling Australia. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 Fishing Addiction. 4.00 Motor MythBusters. 5.00 Hustle & Tow. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Die Hard 2. (1990) 11.00 MOVIE: Mercury Rising. (1998) 1.20 Late Programs. 6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Surfing Australia TV. 10.30 For The Love Of Pets. 11.30 World’s Greatest Myths And Mysteries. 12.40 To Be Advised. 1.40 Space Invaders. 2.40 MOVIE: Me Before You. (2016) 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 RBT. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. 8.30 60 Minutes. 9.30 9News Late. 10.00 See No Evil. 11.00 The First 48. 11.50 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Getaway. 10.40 Skippy. 11.10 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 12.30 MOVIE: Rich And Strange. (1931) 2.15 MOVIE: The Scarlet Blade. (1963) 4.00 MOVIE: The Bridge At Remagen. (1969) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Rambo 3. (1988) 10.30 The Closer. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Holey Moley Australia. 11.30 Dream Home. 1.10 Home And Away. 4.10 TBA. 6.00 The Goldbergs. 6.30 Puppy School. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Bones. 12.30 The Blacklist.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Having second thoughts could be a good thing, even if you’re determined to go through with your plans. You might find it worthwhile to take a fresh look at how things have been set up.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Financial matters could continue to be a problem until you’re able to straighten out some of the more pesky situations. Once this happens, the rest should be easier to unsnarl.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Family matters once again take center stage and should be dealt with competently and quickly. Again, insist that others take on their fair share of the responsibilities.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your creative pursuits seem to be running into a roadblock. But rather than blame outside factors, look within to see if you might be holding back your efforts for some reason.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Keep your keen Cat’s Eye focused on relevant aspects of this new situation in your life. Don’t be distracted by trivial matters. You need the pertinent facts before making a decision.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) As much as you prefer doing things on your own, continue to accept help if you still need to resolve the problem that affects your project. Meanwhile, some cheerful news is about to come your way!
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) While you might begrudge the added time it will take to get your project from point A to B to C, etc., you could benefit from the facts that will emerge over this expanded time span.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Regarding your workplace suggestions, be prepared to produce the facts to counter reactions from skeptics who feel like your approach is unreasonable or even impossible.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Savvy Sagittarians will look for work-related answers on their own rather than relying on unproved assumptions. It might take more time to do so, but the payoff is worth it.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your aspects continue to favor family issues, with a special emphasis this week on changes in and around your home. Get everyone to suggest what they would like to see done.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A matter you thought had been settled still might produce surprises. Best advice: Continue to gather facts to bolster your position just in case you need to produce them quickly.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) While your instincts are usually right when discerning ’twixt truth and deception, you could benefit from doing more research on the new “prospect” that you’ve been pitched.
YNPS kick off 2025 with plenty of learning fun
YOUNG & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP
On the 1st. of March Young & District Family History Group, will host a full day seminar by Andrew Redfern which explores modern, technological tools for Family History.
The two sessions are titled:
1. Using AI & Technology in Family History
2. Dr Redfern – His Story & Legacy including DNA testing of hair samples.
We are extremely lucky to manage to persuade Andrew to come to Young and talk to us since his other commitments for the month of March include Roots Tech the world’s largest family history conference held in Salt Lake City annually and Connections, the Australasian Congress on Genealogy and Heraldry & Queensland History State Conference.
Colonial Australia is his particular focus with his earliest ancestor arriving in the Colony of New South Wales in 1801. Last year he and some colleagues worked on the digitisation project, “Ironclad Sisterhood”. This is an online website and database. Which documents the lives of approximately 4,700 convict women. We have been able to attract Andrew because of family connections and
area and his brother, Robert was also granted land there when he sailed to Australia in 1825.
A nephew William Redfern Watt sailed to New South Wales in the 1830s and he became a pastoralist and member of the legislative assembly of New South Wales. In 1859, he was the holder of the property ‘Bumbaldry’ of 47,000 acres and ‘Mallyan’ of 22,400 acres, both in the Lachlan district. By 1866 he had added two more runs and he was described as a squatter at death.
his love of family history.
Andrew’s ancestry connects him to Dr. William Redfern who was found “qualified to exercise the Profession of a Surgeon etc.” and was given a certificate on 1 September 1808, the first medical diploma issued in Australia and his examination by a tribunal of his level of knowledge in “Medicine, Surgery and other necessary collateral Branches of Medical Literature”, established a system of testing used for many years.
Dr Redfern had land in the Bathurst
Another nephew, Thomas Redfern Watt arrived in the colony in 1846, and he established a butchery in Boorowa Street, Young in the 1860s, later retiring to his property ‘Stanley’ at Back Creek, Young before his death in a buggy accident at the age of forty-nine. He is buried in Young Cemetery. Andrew’s extensive knowledge, family links to the area, and open friendly manner should make this an event at the Young Services Club on Saturday 1st March 2025 from 10am – 3pm, worth attending. Tickets cost $20 and are available through Young & District Family History Group Inc. or at the door on the day.
Thomas Redfern Watt 1828-1878 photographs, M. Murray
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
4 Which ancient linear units were based on the length of the forearm (6)
7 To confuse or puzzle, is to do what (8)
8 What is a harmonious union of sounds (6)
9 Which term describes a man native to the Netherlands (8)
11 What are wigwams of Native North Americans (7)
13 What is one of the twelve disciples called (7)
15 To be of low character is to be what (7)
17 Name the mythological god of the sea (7)
20 What are hermits known as (8)
23 What, in biology, is the intercellular substance of a tissue (6)
24 Which portable shade offers protection from rain, etc (8)
25 When something confuses, it does what (6)
DOWN
1 What might we call a young girl’s sweetheart (4)
2 What is the big top known as (6)
3 Who was Eve’s gentleman friend (4)
4 Which device is used for moving heavy weights (5)
5 Name the muscle on the front of the upper arm (6)
6 How many singers are there in a trio (5)
9 Who was Australia’s second Prime Minister, Alfred ... (6)
10 What is the studio of an artist (7)
12 What, colloquially, are prison guards called (6)
14 Which word element refers to hardness or solidity (6)
E-QUATIONS 7
Letters have a number value
E-QUATIONS
Some values are in the right hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
16 Which compounds contain oxygen (6)
18 To rub out, is to do what (5)
19 What is a means of connection (5)
21 Name the Italian island, the scene of Napoleon’s first exile (4)
22 Snake-like fishes are known as what (4)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
WHICH WORDS
1 HESTERNAL
(a) Irregular (b) Of different origin (c) Of yesterday
2 NAZE
(a) A headland or cape
(b) A Jewish ascetic under a vow
(c) An Indian court official
BIYWORD
Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.
CLUES:
Chose (5)
Concealed (3)
Crimson (3)
Enthusiast (7)
Irate (3)
Kept company (5)
Metamorphose (abb) (5)
Scolds (7)
Sound detector (5)
State Electoral Office (3)
Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.
Classifieds
St. John’s Anglican Church Hall Cloete Street, Young Friday 28th February, 2025
8.30am to 2.00pm Saturday 1st March, 2025
8.30am to 11.30am
Lots of bargains for everyone
Wanted to buy ANY pre1990 cars
Toyota Landcruisers, Volkswagens, Landrovers, Holdens, Fords, Valiants, Porsche, Commodores, old trucks etc. any condition, restored, unrestored or parts.
Mid West Media’s Young office is looking for a driven and committed individual to join our advertising sales team, responsible for managing existing clients while growing your own sales for the Young Witness, Boorowa News and other group newspapers and special publications.
The ideal candidate will have:
• The capacity to see opportunities and market trends and a drive to achieve results to help our business grow
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written), enabling connection with a wide range of people across various industries
• The capability to sustain existing relationships and continuously build new ones
• An excellent work ethic and organisational skills (including maintaining current records in our company CRM program) enabling you to consistently meet deadlines and achieve your sales targets
• The ability to collaborate (including with your manager, sales colleagues, our editors and graphic designers) to ensure seamless execution of advertising campaigns
• A motor vehicle and a current driver’s licence
What are we offering?
A full-time position with an attractive remuneration package comprising a base salary, commission and employer superannuation contributions.
About Mid West Media
Mid West Media is an independent family-owned media company with community and farming newspapers in Central West and Hilltops region of NSW including the Young Witness, Boorowa News, Cowra Guardian, Canowindra News, Forbes Advocate,
Mid West Media is a division of North East Media which publishes over 25 newspapers across Central West and Southern NSW and North East Victoria. How to apply
If you are self-motivated, results-orientated and looking for a challenge in the media environment, then please forward your resume and covering letter to:
Courtney Gambrill
Advertising Manager
Mid West Media
cgambrill@midwestmedia.com.au
Mr Philip Stanley Holmes
The death has occurred of Mr Philip Stanley Holmes. Passed away peacefully on 11th February 2025 at Mercy Care Centre Young surrounded by his loving family. Much loved husband of Irene. Devoted father of Donna (deceased), David (deceased), Margaret and Deborah and cherished Pa of his grandchildren and great grand children. Sadly missed by all extended family and friends. Late of ‘Sunny Slopes’ Cowra Road, Young. Philip’s family would like to extended a very special thank you to Fr Allen Crowe, Dr Fiona Gleeson and the angels at Mercy Care Centre Young for their love, care and support.
Aged 87 Years Rest In Peace
A Catholic Mass to celebrate Philip’s life will be held on Friday 21st February 2025, in St Mary’s Catholic Church Young, commencing at 11.00am. The cortege will then leave for the Young Lawn Cemetery.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.
Mr Glenn Edward Perceval
The death has occurred of Mr Glenn Edward Perceval. Passed away unexpectedly on 1st February 2025. Loved partner of Leisa. Loved father of Maddison and Tyler and loved Grandfather of Sofia. Much loved son of Julie, and Terry & Cheryl, and loved brother of Katrina. Sadly missed by extended family and friends. Late of Marshall Street, Ashmont and formerly of Young.
Aged 52 Years
Rest In Peace
A Service to celebrate Glenn’s life will be held on Monday 24th February 2025 at the Copland Street Crematorium Chapel, 76 Copland Street Wagga Wagga NSW 2650, commencing at 11.00am.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. In memory of Glenn, you are invited to attend is casual clothes (no ties).
Patterson Brothers Funerals
95 Main Street, Young N.S.W 02 6382 5217
pattersonbrothersfunerals.com.au
Patterson Brothers Funerals 95 Main Street, Young N.S.W 02 6382 5217 pattersonbrothersfunerals.com.au
YHS dive into the pool
Juniors ready to play Round 13
UNDER 11s ROUND 12 RE-
SULTS:
The game between the Harden Hornets and Dunk Insurance Hurricanes due to be played at Murrumburrah Public School was abandoned.
There were no results on Play HQ for the game between Gecko Sports Smashers and Ray White Young Heat set to be played at Young Public School.
NXT Journey Sixers 94 were defeated by Boorowa Gold 144 at Mitchell Park Oval 1 in Cootamundra.
Boorowa Gold won the toss and elected to bat.
Runs for Boorowa were made by George Manion 15, Lachlan Halls7, Rosie Scott 2, Archer Dowling 14, Luke van Leeuwen 6, Al e Shean 10, Angus Burton Taylor 2, Jacob Halls 33 and Thomas Scott 5.
On the eld the Sixers had three unassisted runouts thanks to Harry Sho eld, George Randall and Jack Hazlett and wickets were taken by Harry Scho eld, Oliver Tiyce and Daniel Stephen.
Runs for the Sixers were made by Harry Scho eld 6, Jack Hazlett 5, Oliver Tiyce 3, Leo He ernan 1, Archie Kingston-Jones 1, George Randall 10, Daniel Stephen 3 and Maddison Scho eld 7.
With the ball Boorowa players performed well with George Manion taking a stumping and a catch as elder, Al e Shean taking an assisted runout and an unassisted runout, Luke van Leeuwen had two assisted runouts and Archer Dowling and one assisted runout.
Wickets were taken by George Manion, Rosie Scott and Angus Burton Taylor.
There were no results
recorded on Play HQ for the game between Jennings Mowers Warriors and Boorowa Green which was to be played at Keith Cullen Oval.
CATO Strikers had the bye.
UNDER 11s ROUND 13 DRAW:
Boorowa Green vs NXT Journey Sixers at Boorowa Sports Ground
Boorowa Gold vs Gecko Sports Smashers at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Boorowa Harden Hornets vs Ray White Young Heat Dunk Insurance Hurricanes vs CATO Strikers at Bradman Oval, Cootamundra Jennings Mowers Warriors have the bye.
UNDER 13s ROUND 12 RESULTS: Mawhoods Supa IGA Magpies 5/86 defeated Nimbus Scorchers 5/85 at Clarke
The Magpies won the toss
and elected to bowl.
Runs for the Scorchers were made by Bentley Quinn 11, Dakota Bourke 1, Tyson Scho eld 36, Edward Shipp 9 and Tom McKnight 3.
Wickets for the Magpies were taken by Darcy Wilson, Benny Moon and Xander Moon with Xander also taking two catches. Runs for the Magpies were made by Eamon Sutherland 24, Darcy Wilson 18, Nate Vitnell 7, Charlie Muller 11, Xander Moon 4, Benny Moon 4, Leo Sutherland 4 not out, Ryan England 1 and Edward Muller 1 not out.
Bentley Quinn took a wicket for the Scorchers along with Isaac Duncan while Tyson Scho eld took three wickets.
The match between Young Vet Clinic Renegades and Ariah Park Redbacks at
Miller Henry Oval in Young was abandoned.
The match between Harden Hornets and Col Gerhard Colts at Tim Doolan Oval, Harden was abandoned.
Arthur Stacey Stars had the bye.
UNDER 13s ROUND 13 DRAW:
Arthur Stacey Stars vs Young Vet Clinic Renegades at The Oval, Temora.
Mawhood’s Supa IGA Magpies vs Col Gerhard Colts at Clarke Oval, Cootamundra. Ariah Park Redbacks vs Harden Hornets at Ariah Park Sports Oval.
Nimbus Scorchers have the bye.
UNDER 16s ROUND 12 RESULTS:
Cootamundra Golf and Sports Club Kookaburras 10/57 were defeated by Temora Scorchers 6/60 at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora.
The game between Watson Toyota Cruisers and Ariah Park Redbacks at Gus Smith Oval, Young was abandonded.
There were no results on Play HQ for the match between Tumut Gundagai and Amber Blythe Breakers which was due to be played at Stan Crowe Oval, Gundagai, however, Young Junior Cricket reported Addison Dovern scored 53 runs against the side.
UNDER 16s ROUND 13
DRAW: Ariah Park Redbacks vs Tumut Gundagai at Albert Park, Cootamundra Temora Scorchers vs Watson Toyota Cruisers at Nixon Park Oval 1, Temora Amber Blythe Breakers vs Cootamundra Golf and Sports Club Kookaburras at Gus Smith Oval, Young.
One round to go ahead of the finals for Opens
OPENS B GRADE ROUND 16
RESULTS:
The game between Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls and Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora was abandoned.
Junee Stallions 10/69 were defeated by Grenfell Blues 9/146 at Burns Park in Junee.
Harden Hornets 6/153 defeated Temora Bowling Club Tigers 10/104 at Tim Doolan Oval, Harden.
Tigers won the toss and elected to bowl.
With the Hornets holding the bat Danny Arabin put in 25 runs before he was caught out by Patrick Robinson, Shane Abnett scored 23 falling to a catch by Adam Ward, Rim Macfarlane added 38 runs before caught by Richard Potter, Dean Bourlet got 19 runs before caught by Patrick Robinson, James Woodhead added 14 runs but was bowled out by Jason Fernie,
Beau Bourlet ended up on 6 not out, Simon Squire-Wilson put 5 on the board before being bowled out by Adam Ward with a ll-in ending up on 13 not out.
Fall of wickets for the Hornets was 1-49 Shane Abnett, 2-53 Danny Arabin, 3-110 Dean Bourlet, 4-114 Tim Macfarlane, 5-130 james woodhead, 6-137 Simon Squire-Wilson. Tim Macfarlane bowled out Adam Ward for a duck, Shane Abnett caught Matthew Young out for 7, Dean Bourlet bowled an LBW ending Lachlan Robinson’s 13 run streak, Lincoln Macauley was caught out by Ardy Abnett for three, Tim Macfarlane bowled out Patrick Robinson for 47, Hamish Macauley was bowled out on 8 and Corey Robinson was caught out with 7 runs, Richard Potter was run out with seven, James Woodhead bowled out Jason Fernie for a duck and Steve Pike was caught out for a golden duck by Hugh Squire-Wilson, Ben Robinson ended up on 0 not out.
Fall of wickets for the Bulls was 1-4 Adam Ward, 2-20
Matthew Young, 3-30 Lincoln Macauley, 4-36 Lachlan Robinson, 5-46 Hamish Macauley, 6-78 Corey Robinson, 7-104 Richard Potter, 8-104 Jason Fernie, 9-104 PATRICK ROBINSON, 10-104 Steve Pike.
OPENS B GRADE ROUND 17 DRAW:
Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club vs Harden Hornets at Gus Smith Oval, Young.
Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls vs Grenfell Blues at Fisher Park, Cootamundra.
Temora Bowling Club Tigers vs Junee Stallions at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora.
OPENS B GRADE LADDER:
1 Junee Stallions 97 points
2 Grenfell Blues 89 points
3 Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club 79 points
4 Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls 75 points
5 Harden Hornets 71 points
6 Temora Bowling Club Tigers 63 points
OPENS C GRADE ROUND 16
RESULTS:
Temora Exies Renegades 9/99 were defeated by Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls 10/100 at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora.
Criterion Bin Chickens 3/51 defeated Temora Shamrock Leprechauns 10/50 at Gus Smith Oval, Young.
The Leprechauns won the toss and elected to bat.
Dom Bennett for Temora was caught out on 13, Adam Fouracre was bowled out by Jarvan Hurcum with one run, Oscar Taylor was caught out with 2 runs, Joshua Eyles was caught out with 1 run, Jacob Dodge bowled out Jerry Tagicakibau, Ryan Kemp and a ll in for a duck each, Jarvan bowled out Ash Kober with 8 on the board, Declan Hurcum caught Temora captain Daniel Flack with 9 runs
under his belt, a ll in was caught out with 15 runs.
Fall of wickets for Temora was 1-1 Adam Fouracre, 2-4 Oscar Taylor, 3-17 Dom Bennett, 4-17 Jerry Tagicakibau, 5-17 Ryan Kemp, 6-17 Joshua Eyles, 7-17 Player, 8-26 Daniel Flack, 9-50 Player, 10-50 Ash Kober.
Jacob Dodge put one run on the board before he was caught out, Bin Chickens captain Javarn Hurcum nished up on 17 not out, Jack McRae got nine runs before he was caught out by Dom Bennett, vice captain Declan Hurcum nished up on 6 before he was bowled out by Ryan Kemp and Matthew Dunn ended on 11 not out.
Fall of wickets for the Bin Chickens was 1-3 Jacob Dodge, 2-23 Jack McRae, 3-29 Declan Hurcum. The game between Boorowa Big Bottles and Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club at Boorowa Sports Ground was abandoned. OPENS C GRADE
ROUND 17 DRAW:
Temora Shamrock Leprechauns vs Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club at The Oval, Temora.
Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls vs Boorowa Big Bottles at Clarke Oval, Cootamundra.
Temora Exies Renegades vs Criterion Bin Chickens at Nixon Park Oval 1, Temora.
OPENS C GRADE LADDER:
1 Criterion Bin Chickens 80 points
2 Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club 69 points
3 Temora Shamrock Leprechauns 68 points
4 Boorowa Big Bottles 63 points
5 Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls 61 points
6 Temora Exies Renegades 55 points
Best of luck to all of the local teams from across the Hilltops as they head into the nal round of the normal season.
Young Junior Cricket is so proud of these girls representing the State Girl’s Cricket Championships on the Central Coast as part of the Riverina team. We wish them the very best this week.
A huge congratulations to Addison Dovern who scored 53 runs on Saturday against Tumut/Gundagai in the Under 16s.
Jarod and Craig take out Saturday
On Saturday the Men played a 4BBB sponsored by Allan Moore, Grant Harding and Elegant Timber Shutters and Blinds.
The winners were Jarod Schiller and Craig Watson with 49 points.
Shane Dick had the best individual score with 43 points.
The Terry Brothers Carpet Court secret birdie hole was the 4th and was won by Darce Whinam.
The Watson Toyota NTP on the 7th was won by Bernard Maloney with 111cm and the 17th was won by Levi French with 211 cm.
The Pro Pin on the 7th was won by Bernard Maloney and he receives a voucher for $72.
The Deluxe Blinds and Shutters NTP on the 13th was not struck and the 16th was won by Grant Noakes with 104 cm.
The Deluxe Blinds and Shutters Eagles nest jackpot of $200 was shared by Jim Brewster and Pat Hatton.
The jackpot returns to $20 next week.
The Ian Page Bricklaying card draw was won by Terry Shipp.
vidual points and there were 75 players.
ple 0 Emergency Services Day.
The Pro Pin on the 7th was won by Greg Nolan and he receives a voucher for $36. Balls went down to 32 points on a countback and there were 65 players.
The Friday 18 hole medley was won by David Shipp (3 balls) with 38 points. Runner up was Zac Smith (2 balls) with 36 points There were 6 players.
The Kyle McGovern Electrical Sunday medley was won by Dean Scho eld with 45 points and he won 8 balls. Runner up was Zac Sell (6 balls) with 42 points and third was Zac Williams (5 balls) with 41 points. James French (4 Balls) had 37 points on a countback from Mat McKnight (3 balls). Nick Bush (2 balls) had 36 points on a countback. Balls went down to 30 points on a countback and there were 47
The Watson Toyota secret birdie hole $30 jackpot was won by Dean Scho eld.
The Pro Pin was won by Rachel Dorman with 140 cm and she received a voucher.
New committee elected for Tipperary Golf Club
Tuesday’s social even was a two person Ambrose.
The winners were Garry Cummins and Geo Nott with 30 3/4 nett.
Second went to Max Hardman and Geo Taylor on 36 1/2 nett.
Geo and Garry had two birdies.
Thursday’s winner was Geo Nott with 60 nett, next best was Nigel Willett on 62 nett.
Nigel had one birdie gobble, Lindsay Sheather also had a birdie gobble and David Jasprizza had a gobble.
Sunday was a twelve hole event, the winner being John Gibbons with 43 1/3.
Second was Nigel Willett on 44 2/3.
Our AGM was held a er golf.
The positions are as follows:
President - Garry Cummins (re-elected)
Treasurer - Geo Nott (reelected)
Secretary - Vera McMillan
Handicapper - Thadem Davies (re-elected)
Captain - Thadem Davies (re-elected)
Publicity O cer - Vera McMillan
Garry had been the president for only a short while.
He thanked the workers for keeping the course in top condition and anything else that had been done or bought to help the club.
Thank you Garry for the barbecue a erwards, it was very enjoyable.
Our next major event will be the 30th Anniversary on April 5, all welcome to attend.
VERA MCMILLAN
Jackie takes Wednesday ladies competition at Young Golf Club
On Wednesday 12th, the ladies played in the Medley Stableford.
Winner: Jackie Sheridan 38 pts. Well done, Jackie!
Next best scores on the day: Liz Harding 37 pts and Ros Anderson 35 pts.
Last Saturday the ladies played in the Summer Comp sponsored each week by Dorman’s Transport.
Winner: Michele Blizzard 38 pts
Runner-up: Rachel Dorman 37 pts
Coming up – On Saturday the Honor Oliver Memorial Mixed 4BBB and Individual Stableford.
The Summer Competition Best Scores presentation, sponsored by Hilltops Vegetation Services, will be held on Sunday 2nd March.
Thank you again to Dorman’s Transport for their sponsorship throughout the Summer. PAMMIE MCCLOY
Evelyn wins Saturday Stableford Medley
CRAIG WATSON
Secret Birdie winner Darce Whinam with Saturday winners Craig Watson and Jarod Schiller.
The second round of Open Pennants was completed on Saturday.
Young’s Grade 2 side played Temora Ex–Services Grade 4 side at Temora and this match saw the Temora side win on two rinks for an overall win by 64 shots to 52.
In the individual games (skips names only) David Quigley defeated Russell Manning 27–10, Damien Miller lost to Darryl Breust 15–28 and Brian Madden lost to Ben Gersbach 10–26.
Both the Grade 6 and Grade 7 sides played at Young on Saturday morning against sides from Cootamundra Ex–Services.
The Grade 6 side defeated Cootamundra’s Grade 5 side 62–51 with wins on two of the
three rinks.
Glen Benson lost to Mick Barber 20–21 a er the score was 20–all going into thenal end.
Graeme Edgerton defeated Bill Manwaring 20–11 and Cli Traynor defeated Robert Anderson 22–19.
In Grade 7 the Young side scored a 74–34 win over Cootamundra.
Geo DeBritt played a 17–all draw against Roger Goode, Mark Anderson defeated Eric Thorburn 35–7 and Denis Rosen defeated Mick Andrews 22–10.
Thanks to Colin Chapman and Tony Ruhl for their work on the barbecue that ensured all players enjoyed the sausage sizzle at the end of their games.
In social play on Thursday a ernoon there were 16 players on the green.
Ray Martin and Cli Traynor had the highest margin for the a ernoon with a 22–11 win.
In the other three games
Phil Taylor and Denis Rosen won 27–19, Tom Preston and Brian McNair won 25–19 and Harold Anderson and Aldo Malvicino won 17–14.
The third round of Pennant games will see Young’s Grade 2 side playing Tumut at Young on Sunday a ernoon.
This promises to be a very evenly contested match with Tumut winning both their games in this competition.
The Grade 6 side will play Harden’s Grade 5 side at
Boorowa Ex–Services Club on Saturday with play to start at 10 am.
This game was transferred to Boorowa following the damage to the Harden clubhouse and green in the huge hailstorm on Monday 10th.
The Grade 7 side will be playing Boorowa Ex–Services at Boorowa on Sunday with a 10 am start.
The players selected for these games have been notied by text message as well as the teams being on display on the notice board.
This week sees the rst games in the current round of the Guy Pickering Charity Challenge with games scheduled for both Wednesday and Thursday nights.
Club pairs championship played in Young
Last Thursday 13th February the nal of our club pairs championship was played at the Sporties Club.
Unfortunately we were down on teams this year with a couple of ladies out with ill health or injury and another one interstate babysitting.
The previous week 6th Feb we had Robyn Apps & Ann Gardner defeat Jenny Holt and Freda Hambrook, the other game which was to have been played was Heather Bailey and Lisa Boyd along with Sheila Traynor and Margaret Gailey, sadly Marg was unwell and therefore forfeited so that le the nal last Thursday 13th being played between Robyn and Ann and Heather and Lisa.
Heather and Lisa got o to a ying start with a substantial lead but eventually Robyn and Ann made a big comeback and at the beginning of end 19 (3 short of the nish) Ann became very unwell in the heat and was unable to continue thus declaring to Heather and Lisa the score 14-15. Great game girls shame it had to finish early but health must be a priority.
JILL ROSEN
Pennant season continues for Boorowa Ex Services Club
The Pennant season continues with a win and a loss for the two teams from Boorowa Ex Services club.
The No 5 grade played Harden at Boorowa and came out comfortable winners .
The individual rinks scores were:
Chris Grimson defeated Terry Tickets 22-18
Shane Foote won over C Phylis 25-14
Robert Styles defeated M Presley 23-13
It was a 10-nil win to Boorowa.
The story was not so positive for the No 7 grade who played Boorowa Rec Club at the Rec Club.
Tim Bon eld played Danny Cassells going down 12-33
L Arber lost to Phil Johnston 8-29
Charlie Sorgsepp defeated Russell George 19-12.
A good win to the Rec Club team in a local derby.
In social bowls played last Thursday Lee Forster took the trophy with 26 points.
Two veterans of the game Garry Dwyer and Daryll Murphy shared second place on 24 points.
A note from the president - bowls meeting Monday 3rd March at 6.30pm.
All members are invited to have their say on the year.
JOHN DYMOCK
She Devils are on the
hunt
Attention ladies of Harden and surrounds the Harden Red Devils are on the hunt for some ladies to join our female rugby team, the She Devils!
The She Devils are important to our club and we would love to see some local female talent hit the eld on game days.
If you’re keen to get out on a Saturday, socialise, make new friends, get t and just have fun please consider joining the Harden She Devils.
Pre season training is on Tuesdays 6.30pm at Roberts park for both men and women. HARDEN RED DEVILS
CLIFF TRAYNOR
Lions kick off Riverina Cup with a big win over Tolland
FIRST GRADE:
Trimech Pty Ltd 1st grade starting the Riverina Cup with a 6-0 win over Tolland on Saturday in Wagga.
Goal scorers - Cam Heidtmann, Mitch Cameron x 2, Clancy Hislop x 2, Duncan Cameron
We would also like to congratulate Tom, Dean, Knox and Ralph who played their rst game for the Young Lions.
Another big congratulation to Henry MacIver and Riley Wilder, two of our juniors who were in the winning Third grade team last year.
These boys made their 1st grade debut on Saturday.
UNDER 18s:
Congratulations to these boys who played in our rst ever Under 18s team.
The boys played well and came away with a 1-1 draw.
Goal scored by Noah Ryan.
We look forward to seeing what Matt and Ky can put together with these boys this year!
A big thank you to Taylor Plumbing and Gas tting who are the Under 18s team sponsor this year.
The under 18s and 1st grade will now welcome two strong Gri th teams to Young on Saturday 8th March for Round 3 of the Riverina Cup.
Pacers set to play in round one of comp
This weekend is Round 1 of Basketball NSW’s Western Junior League.
Last year the Pacers had a great comeback to WJL, a er having no rep teams for around 6 years, with our U16’s the undefeated Div 2 champions and U18’s being very competitive in their division.
This year the Young Pacers will be represented by an U14’s, U16’s and U18’s boys team.
The 2025 teams were selected in September last year and have been training since then in preparation for the season which runs through until May.
Last weekend all three teams competed in the West Wyalong Gala day which is a great lead-in to this Saturday and Sunday’s games.
Our boys demonstrated great teamwork and came away with several wins and some very tight losses.
In WJL Round 1 the boys will be competing in Gri th and Leeton against teams from Mudgee, Orange, West Wyalong, Bathurst and Lithgow. KIM HOLT
Business House heats up on the croquet courts
The Young Croquet Club courts have been getting a workout over the last week with the upgraded lights, the Tuesday night Business House comp, the Wednesday night Business House comp, Thursday night JMR Support Services Group, Sunday night social play, the Monday and Wednesday social play and Friday everyone welcomed a nice wet day.
Tuesday’s Business House winners were IGA 2 over Tegra with Douglas Transport having the bye last week.
Wednesday’s Business House winners were IGA 1 with Bec Donges, James Chapman, Sue Luckie and Leonie Druitt beating Bec Hewson, Annabel Cusack, Graham Innocent and Sue Wilks for The Young Witness.
The Witness played very well for their rst e ort in the business house, however, the experience of IGA 1 was too much for the newcomers.
In the other match ups between Raine and Horne with Graham Schneider, Kim Goonan, Fay Slater and Norma McLennon and JMR Group made up of John Reynolds, Alana Weeks, Nancy McGregor and Ken Langton, Raine and Horne were too good for JMR and picked up the win for the week.
This week I had a discussion with John Reynolds, the proprietor of JMR Support Services.
This group has been enjoying croquet over the last four Thursday nights.
JMR Support Services support people with
disabilities and teaches them to live their best life possible, enabling community engagement through leisure activities like croquet, bike riding, Lego, bowls, swimming and more, helping to foster new relationships and team work which in turn creates better mental health.
John has a team of workers in his group, as well as each person has their own personal attendant.
As this was the group’s last week playing croquet, this week they will move on to playing bowls.
I wish to thank our president Leonie Druitt and housekeeper Fay Slater, who were always there to make sure drinks and nibbles were always available.
Young Croquet Club’s next big event is the amazing Autumn Carnival, which is already booked to capacity.
People will start arriving from March 3, with the Business House competition postponed for that week only.
Cheers until next week, over to Rebecca for some great photos.
SHIRLEY CLOSE
On Tuesday Douglas Transport played Raine and Horne - IGA 1 had the bye.
Wednesday IGA 2 vs JMR Support and TEGRA vs The Young Witness. Results in next week’s paper.
Graham Schneider lines up a shot in his first match for the night.
Bec Donges for IGA 1 takes aim in her second game for the night.
Nancy McGregor playing for JMR Support Services last Wednesday.
Kim Goonan for Raine and Horne takes a shot.
New records set in the pool
Congratulations to Ashlee Peacey, Grace Derrick and Eliza Taylor who broke records at the Hennessy Catholic College swimming carnival on February 7.
Ashlee Peacey broke the 16 years girls 50m freestyle with a time of 30.10, a record which was previously held by Lucy Williams with 30.75 and was set in 2013.
Ashlee then went on to break the 16 years girls 100m freestyle record setting a time of 1.08.36 beating the previous record set in 2017 by Ellie Rutter of 1.13.37.
Following on from that impressive feat Ashlee wasn’t to be out done, breaking the 16 years girls 50m butter y record with a 33.77 beating the 2017 record set by Ellie Rutter of 34.18.
Taking another of Ellie Rutter’s records, Ashlee broke the 15 years girls 50m breaststroke record with a 38.98 beating out the 2017 record of 40.94 and Ellie’s 2017 record in the 16 years girls 200m Individual Medley was broken with Ashless putting in an impressive swim to beat the previous record of 2.55.91 by setting the new record of 2.47.05, almost 10 seconds faster than the previous record.
Grace Derrick was the next in the pool to break records setting a new fastest time in the Open girls 50m breaststroke with a 38.66 breaking the 2015 record of 42.39 held by Emme Williams.
Grace then went on to break Lucy William’s record set in 2013 of 37.91 by setting a new record of 36.61.
Boorowa’s Eliza Taylor broke the Open girls 50m freestyle record, which had been set in 2013 by Anna Bewley of 30.56, by swimming an absolutely cracking sprint of 30.19. Ashlee has now quali ed to the next level of competition for the 100m freestyle, 50m freestyle, 50m butter y, 50m breaststroke, 50m backstroke and the 200m IM.
Grace has quali ed for the 50m backstroke, 200m IM, 100m freestyle, 50m freestyle and 50m breaststroke.
Eliza has quali ed for the 50m freestyle and the 50m butter y.
All three ladies will now be competing at the Canberra Goulburn Diocesan Swimming Carnival joining Malayah Anesbury, Nick Bailey, Archer Blackman, Rory Brodbeck, John Bromham, Veronica Bromham, Chloe Buck, Emily Buck, Kynan Burgess, Mercadez Cartwright, Thomas Coble, Harry Coddington, Kaelan Dal Molin, Mitchell Gibson, Lucy Haertsch, Caleb Jones, Ellie Lake, Lexie McGovern, Soa Minehan, Willa Morris, Ivy Murphy, Sybella Murphy, Michael Oakley, Liam Payne, Thomas Peacey, George Presser, Samuel Presser, Zaviar Pritchard, Harry Robinson, Myami-Jein Robinson, Lewis Shea, Emma Simmons, Ryan Sumich, Eli Terry, Daisy Van Leeuwen and William Woods.
