Weddin stops to celebrate
By BRENDAN MCCOOL
WEDDIN Shire has stopped to celebrate the achievements of locals at ceremonies across the shire on Australia Day.
Australia Day ceremonies were hosted across the shire, with Weddin’s Citizen of the Year and Senior Citizen of the Year awarded at a
ceremony in Grenfell. Weddin Shire’s Senior Citizen of the year is Mary Stokes.
The 2025 Weddin Shire Citizen of the Year was jointly awarded to Lynne Peterson and Peter MItton.
Weddin Shire Mayor Paul Best said throughout the year the Shire has plenty of highs and lows, but the commu-
nity’s resilience and the way people support each other is what makes Weddin Shire special.
Mayor Best said Australia Day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on what makes the community special, respect the diversity of our stories, our experiences and celebrate the many achievements that define
Weddin as a community.
“Today is an opportunity for the people of Weddin Shire to express gratitude for the commitment of those who volunteer and those who have worked hard in our community,” he said.
Weddin Shire’s Australia Day Ambassador Karen Stuttle said Australia Day is a day that reminds us of a common
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bond we share as Australians, connected by a desire for unity, the promise of safety, stability and prosperity.
“As Australians there is much of which we can be proud, our democracy, our shared values, the strength, diversity and generosity of our people and our beautiful natural environment,” she said.
and celebrate our nation and our people, especially our strong sense of community.
For more on the Australia Day Ceremony in Grenfell and more on our Citizens of the Year, turn to page three.
MAIN: Weddin recognised the achievements of our local residents for their achievements at Australia Day ceremonies. INSET: Joint Weddin Shire Australia Day Citizens of the Year Lynne Peterson and Peter Mitton with Weddin’s Australia Day Ambassador Karen Stuttle and Weddin Shire Mayor Paul Best.
This Australia Day, Ms Stuttle said, the Grenfell and broader Weddin Shire community is encouraged to reect, respect
Lifeline thrown to keep Rex flying
By Adrian Black in Wodonga for AAP
The federal government has thrown embattled regional airline Rex another lifeline as it buys up $50 million of the carrier’s debt.
The purchase will ensure regional communities stay connected and will keep access to essential medical and freight services.
“The Albanese government is ensuring Rex Airlines regional services will continue, supporting the administrators on next steps,” Transport Minster Catherine King said in a joint statement with Finance Minister Katy Gallagher.
Rex went into administration in mid-2024 with about $500 million in debts, a er a push into Australia’s most competitive routes dominated by Qantas and Virgin.
The debt purchase will make the government Rex’s principal secured creditor and it will seek to become a voting member on the committee of inspection.
“These actions preserve important economic, medical and freight ser vices, supporting regional liveability and regional economies,” Ministers King and Minister Gallagher said. It is the second lifeline extended to the battled airline in a couple of months.
Late last year, the government provided a $80 million commercial loan to Rex’s administrators to keep regional routes open, cover early entitlements for former workers and to guarantee tickets for regional routes.
In December, the corporate regu lator announced it would take Rex and four directors to court over con tinuous disclosure breaches for fail ing to reveal a $35 million shortfall until days before the nancial year ended.
The Australian Securities and In vestments Commission is attempting to have four directors disquali ed over alleged corporate governance failures.
What’s coming up around Weddin Shire
There is lots to see and do in Weddin with several events across the shire fast approaching. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS Weddin Shire Council will be running a series of interactive workshops, as part of developing our Community Strategic Plan for 2034. These workshops are designed to understand the vision, aspirations and key priorities of our communities, and your input is needed and valued. They will be partnering with Steph Colman who will be delivering these workshops on behalf of Council. These workshops will take place at:
Phyllis to lead Local Government NSW
Mayor Phyllis Miller will serve as president of the peak body representing NSW councils this year.
Forbes Shire Council’s mayor has taken on leadership of Local Government NSW after Cr Darriea Turley had to step down from the role unexpectedly.
Cr Turley AM was elected president in 2021 and again in 2023, but last November her Broken Hill City Council resolved to resign from LGNSW which meant she could no longer hold the office.
Mayor Miller paid tribute to the work Cr Turley had under way and said she’d hit the ground running in the same direction.
“LGNSW, having the membership of all the councils, is terribly important because we go forward to the government with one voice,” Mayor Miller said.
“We decide our policies at our conference every year and they’re the things we take forward.”
Financial sustainability is top of the priority list for the mayor.
“We get so much cost shifting from other levels of government that that makes our role pretty difficult so I’ll be keeping my eye firmly on that,” Mayor Miller said.
“It is a big year ahead and it’s exciting.
Mayor Miller has previously served as president of the Shires Association, and has been on the board of the Local Government Association since they amalgamated in 2013.
She was appointed vice president last year, and will serve as president to the next annual conference in November 2025.
In writing to members to notify them of her sudden departure, Cr Turley expressed disappointment but emphasised her belief that the organisation would remain in a position of strength under the new leadership of Mayor Miller, which came into effected on Wednesday December 25.
consultation includes consideration of removing this impost from councils.
Meanwhile, the Red Fleet issue is being looked at by a dedicated inquiry by the Public Accounts Committee.
It was also the basis of a strong recommendation of the abovementioned inquiry, which appropriately recognised that Rural Fire Service assets should be vested in the NSW Government, and not in councils.
This year’s announcement of the $252.2 million Apprentices and Traineeships program came after a great deal of hard work and lobbying from LGNSW and the United Services Union.
Securing a commitment from the NSW Government to legislate to protect Local Water Utilities from privatisation was so important to our sector and to the communities we serve.
• Greenethorpe. Monday, February 10, 10am to 12pm, at the Greenethorpe Soldiers Memorial Hall.
• Quandialla. Tuesday, February 11, 10am to 12pm, at the Quandialla Soldiers Memorial Hall.
• Caragabal. Wednesday, February 12, 10am to 12pm, at the Caragabal Memorial Hall.
• Grenfell. Monday, February 17, 6pm to 8pm, at the Community Hub Building. • Grenfell. Tuesday, February 18, 10am to 12pm, at the Community Hub Building.
Everyone is welcome to attend any session. RSVPs are encouraged but not essential to Council’s Economic Development Office Auburn Carr on 02 6343 1864 or auburn@weddin.nsw.gov.au (this will help us with catering).
‘FROM OUR HANDS TO THE CANVAS’ BY GRENFELL ARTIST IN
Exhibition Dates January 31 – March 12
Grenfell Artist Inc. is proud to present this year’s exhibition, “From Our Hands to the Canvas,” showcasing the vibrant, diverse work of its members. Throughout the year, two dedicated groups, one meeting in the evening and the other during the day have come together to share their artistic journeys. With regular positive critiquing of members’ art work and mutual encouragement, they have expanded their creative horizons, exploring new media and delving into subjects ranging from timeless traditions to bold contemporary and abstract expressions. This year’s projects reflect their artistic growth, with members experimenting with collage, tonal drawing, gelli plate printing, concertina books, and the classic media of watercolour, oils, and acrylics.
BEN LEE LIVE AT THE CORDIAL FACTORY
Saturday, March 8. Gates & Bar Open: 5:30pm. Show starts at 7pm.
Don’t miss the chance to see Australian music icon Ben Lee as he brings his tour to The Cordial Factory in Grenfell.
With his unique blend of spontaneity and indie pop brilliance,
Tickets: $55.00 plus booking fee and can be purchased via trybooking.com
‘EXTRAORDINARY ORDINARY’
Exhibition by Heather Vallance, Phil Rogerson & Rebecca Dowling from March 14 to April 23
www.grenfellrecord.com.au
Cr Turley went on to highlight some of the key achievements during her time as President:
Strengthening LGNSW’s relationship with the new NSW Government by entering into a new Intergovernmental Agreement.
Forcing State and Federal governments to look seriously at the dire state of financial sustainability for local government.
The work that LGNSW has been doing on the growing burden of cost shifting, highlighting the significantly detrimental effect this practice has had on the sector. Similarly, achieving a welcome change to the Rate Peg Methodology.
The Minns Government taking significant steps on the issues of the Emewgency Services Levy and Red Fleet Assets as a direct result of LGNSW advocacy.
The current Emergency Services Levy
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Declaration of the statewide roads emergency following torrential rain and floods, resulted in hundreds of millions of additional funding for council roads.
Cr Turley will remain as an elected member of Broken Hill City Council, marking 30 years of representation in that role this year.
“I love serving my community and I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the LGNSW Board,” she said.
“Local Government is the most important sphere of government – we not only represent our community, but we also work with them to make our neighbourhoods more liveable, to provide essential services, to facilitate a sense of connectedness and to deliver vital infrastructure and facilities,” Cr Turley said.
“I look forward to watching LGNSW to continue to grow from strength to strength.
“Best wishes to Phyllis and the team as I now hand over the reins,” Cr Turley said.
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Rebecca Dowling is a potter with a studio near Cowra. Her work has been exhibited widely, Jingdezhen, China, The Powerhouse in Sydney and is on display in The Australian Design Centre.
Heather Vallance is a practising artist with a studio in Canowindra. Her work is in the Kedumba Australian Drawing collection.
She has exhibited in the UK, NSW, and illustrated a children’s book for Dirt Lane Press.
Phil Rogerson lives on a farm near Grenfell. He takes photos, and renders images of things he can’t photograph from digital 3D models; the kitchen table doubles as his studio. Together they’ve created the Extraordinary Ordinary exhibition.
KIM CHURCHILL LIVE AT THE CORDIAL FACTORY
Celebrating the announcement of his forthcoming album ‘It’s Lovely To Have You Here’, due for release Friday, October 11, Kim Churchill is embarking on his biggest Australian tour to date!
Kim Churchill will be bringing his national ‘The Lovely Tour’ to The Cordial Factory, Grenfell on Friday April 4. Tickets available via The Lovely Tour 2025 at The Cordial Factory.
Rex has been thrown a $50 million lifeline by the federal government to ensure the airline stays in the air.
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Forbes Shire Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM will serve as president of Local Government NSW this year. PHOTO: File
Weddin Shire’s Australia
Day citizens honoured
Weddin Shire has recognised the achievements of Mary Stokes, who was named Weddin’s Senior Citizen of the year, along with the achievements of Lynne Peterson and Peter Mitton who were named joint Citizen of the year.
All said they were honoured to receive this recognition and award.
Mary Stokes has been a dedicated volunteer of the Lions Club of Grenfell since 1995.
She has assisted her husband Allan as Treasurer from 1997 to 2004 and again from 2014 to the present. Following the illness of Secretary Lion Terry Carroll in December 2023, she took on additional responsibilities, including coordinating the weekly Lions Mini Lotto and organising street stalls.
Ms Stokes said she has worked at an accountants o ce, so being a treasurer was fairly easy for her.
While the nomination was a surprise, Ms Strokes said she just enjoys what she does.
Over the years, Peter Mitton has contributed signi cantly to the Weddin Shire community over many years through various forms of support, providing his PA system and services to numerous organisations.
Mr Mitton said he followed on from his father in helping with providing sound systems to local organisations during events.
Additionally, he has volunteered and held various roles, such as President of the Grenfell Museum and Historical Society, Life Member of the Grenfell Show Committee, President of Grenfell Rugby Union Club and Senior Deputy Captain of the Glenelg Rural Fire Service.
Mr Mitton said he has gotten involved in volunteering with many community groups around the Shire over the years due to
the values his parents instilled in him as they were always volunteering to help out in the community.
Looking forward, Mr Mitton is encouraging younger people to reach out and get involved in volunteering across local groups where they can.
Mr Mitton said his family have been a huge support for him to volunteer within the community, and sacri cing things to help, such as week ends and time away.
Weddin Shire’s co-Citizen of the Year Lynne Peterson has dedicated nearly 48 years to nursing, with 25 years of ser vice to the Weddin Shire.
She is highly regarded for her commitment.
Ms Peterson said it was a sur prise to be named a Citizen of the Year and thought it a won derful thing to be named with Peter Mitton.
She said she has dedicated the past 25 years working as a healthcare professional in Weddin as Grenfell Community health is a great place to work.
“When you nd somewhere where you are surrounded with a great team time goes fast,” she said.
“I also have met most people in this town and found them thankful for what we o er at community.”
Ms Peterson said some high lights over the years helping the community include include gaining skill in Palliative Care and being a part of the area advisory for advanced wound care.
Initially Ms Peterson worked at Quandialla, where she raised her four boys before moving to Grenfell and continued to work increasing her work to full time.
Over the years, Ms Peterson said Western NSW LHD have supported her to complete train-
ing and allow me to develop specialised clinics that suit the community and their team.
Looking forward, Ms Pterson said they need to advocate for more rural GP’s who do help us provide in home care to the com-
munity and would love to see a purpose built facility to work better as part of a multidisciplinary team here in Grenfell.
Other organisations and people who received recognition on Australia Day across
Weddin Shire Community Event/Organisation of the Year: Grenfell SES (Highly Commended: Grenfell HistoriWeddin Shire Community Achievement Award: Grenfell Hospital & MPS Auxiliary Greenethorpe Citizen of the year was awarded to Corrie
Higher School Certi cate Award: Thi Truong School Youth Achievement Awards:
- Jane Johnston (Quandialla Public)
- Emily Maslin (Caragabal Public)
- Saskia McClelland (St Joseph’s)
- Daisy Forde (Grenfell Public)
- Ryan Toole (The Henry Lawson High School)
■ From the front page
Weddin Shire’s Australia Day Ambassador Karen Stuttle spoke about having moved to Grenfell two years ago, and spending much of her time in her childhood in Grenfell in a multi-generation farm near the Silos and at her grandparent’s farm halfway between Grenfell and Young.
“This is where I felt like where real life was,” she said.
Ms Stuttle said her mother grew up and was raised in Grenfell, and said eveything she knows and what she does as a ‘Grenfellian’, was largely due to her encouragement.
Ms Stuttle’s father was born in northern China, and ed to Australia as a six year old as the Japanese occupation settled into his shing village.
Speaking on her father’s experiences, Ms Stuttle said he wanted to blend in with his new home, as his mother never spoke English and his father chose to speak Mandarin in the home.
Ms Stuttle shared with the Weddin community at Taylor Park her experiences growing up and both the challenges and successes she has faced.
She said asked her father why he never wanted to go back to China, to which he always answered ‘why would he want to go back,’ and listed some of the positive things he found in Australia, including his family, ice cream and Anzac biscuits.
“Dad, the migrant Chinese salesman who would have been an astrophysicist, liked nothing better to see his kids achieve, but giving back to our great nation was what dad really wanted for us, and he put his money where his mouth was,” Ms Stuttle said.
“When he retired he started mowing everyone’s lawns and then out came the whipper snipper, the hedge trimmer, the tomato stakes, the weed poison.”
Ms Stuttle said there is a town full of great Australians in Grenfell, those who foster unity, and the people who were nominated on Australia Day foster stability, prosperity and generosity.
More photos from the Australia Day celebrations in Grenfell can be found on page four and page eight.
joint Citizen of the Year Award.
Mary Stokes was presented with the Senior Citizen of the Year Award by Karen Stuttle.
AT a ceremony at Taylor Park on Sunday, January 26, Weddin Shire recognised the e orts and achievements of local residents and organisations. More photos from the Australia Day fesitivites can be found on page eight.
LEFT: Karen Stuttle presents Andrew and Erin Tajsic, Paul Westman and Dean Coldicott with a certificate for the Grenfell Police and Ambulance being a finalist in the Community Event/ Organisation Award.
achievements of Weddin’s residents and organisations.
BELOW: Karen Stuttle congratulates Glenice Clarke from the Grenfell Hospital and MPS Auxilliary on winning the
DATES TO NOTE
WEDDIN SHIRE COUNCIL
Friday 31 January 2025 - Recycling Collection | East
Monday 3 February 2025 - Recycling Collection | West
Wednesday 6 February 2025 - Garbage Collection | Villages
Wednesday 12 February 2025 - Recycling Collection | Villages
Friday 14 February 2025 - Recycling Collection | East
ROAD & TRAFFIC CONDITIONS
Latest Road and Traffic Conditions information for Weddin Shire Council is available from NSW Live Traffic see: https://www.livetraffic.com/
Weddin Shire Council staff regularly monitors and updates the information on Live Traffic NSW. Should any further information be required please contact Council’s Infrastructure Services Department on (02) 6343 1212.
PUBLIC NOTICE | COMPANY DAM
Weddin Shire Council advises residents and visitors that blue-green algae has reappeared at Company Dam. We urge everyone to refrain from any contact with the water until further notice due to the presence of this algae. Blue-green algae naturally occurs in lakes and dams, thriving in warm, nutrient-rich waters with sunlight exposure. Recent rainfall followed by warmer temperatures has created favourable conditions for its growth. Unfortunately, this has led to increased levels at Company Dam.
Blue-green algae impacts a number of lakes and dams across the state. Council Officers are actively monitoring the situation to ensure community safety. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation. For more information, please contact Council’s Environmental Services team on (02) 6343 1212.
COMMUNITY NOTICE | INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN FOR 2034
Weddin Shire Council invites you to our interactive workshops, as part of developing our Community Strategic Plan for 2034. These workshops are designed to understand the vision, aspirations and key priorities of our communities, and your input is needed and valued. We are excited to be partnering with Steph Colman who will be delivering these workshops on behalf of Council. Come join us at:
Greenethorpe Monday 10 February 2025 10am to 12pm Greenethorpe Soldiers Memorial Hall, Louth Street Greenethorpe
Quandialla Tuesday 11 February 2025 10am to 12pm Quandialla Soldiers Memorial Hall, 12 Second Street Quandialla
Caragabal Wednesday 12 February 2025 10am to 12pm Caragabal Memorial Hall, Wyalong Street Caragabal
Grenfell Monday 17 February 2025 6pm to 8pm Community Hub Building, 88 Main Street Grenfell.
Grenfell Tuesday 18 February 2025 10am to 12pm Community Hub Building, 88 Main Street Grenfell.
You are welcome to attend any session regardless of where you live. How do you want Weddin to look in 2034? How do we get there? Let’s talk! RSVPs are encouraged but not essential to Council’s Economic Development Office Auburn Carr on 02 6343 1864 or auburn@weddin.nsw.gov.au (this will help us with catering).
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT 1979
DA 40/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-486683)
Council has received an Application for a Change of use - Business Premises (Funeral Home) on LOT: 1 DP: 970660, known as 107 Main Street GRENFELL NSW 2810.
Inspection: Development Application (DA) 40/2024 for a Change of Use - Business Premises (Funeral Home) may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 19 December 2024 to 31 January 2025. If any technical issues are experienced on the NSW Planning Portal preventing the development application being viewed, please contact Council via email mail@weddin.nsw.gov.au or by phone on 02 6343 1212 and details of the development will be forwarded to you.
DA 42/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-467928)
Council has received an Application to demolish the existing shed and erect principle and secondary dwelling on LOT: 14 DP: 1268603, known as 29 Middle Street GRENFELL NSW 2810.
Inspection: Development Application (DA) 42/2024 to demolish the existing shed and erect principle and secondary dwelling may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 9 January 2025 to 6 February 2025.
If any technical issues are experienced on the NSW Planning Portal preventing the development application being viewed, please contact Council via email mail@weddin.nsw.gov.au or by phone on 02 6343 1212 and details of the development will be forwarded to you.
Submissions: Any person may make a submission via the NSW Planning Portal https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/daexhibitions within the advertised period. Submissions objecting to the development are required to specify the grounds for objection.
REQUEST FOR TENDER
Council wishes to advise that a request for tender has been issued for the following:
• RFT 43/2024 | Repair of Hail Damaged Weddin Shire Council Buildings -Scope of Works 02 | Closes 5:00pm 27 February 2025.
Further information can be obtained from Council’s website https:// www.weddin.nsw.gov.au/Council/Tenders-Quotations-and-Expressionsof-Interest or through Vendorpanel: https://www.vendorpanel.com.au/ PublicTenders.aspx?profileGroupId=7126
FROM THE MAYOR’S
DESK
I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Ambassador for the 2025 Australia Day Ceremony, Mrs Karen Stuttle (Weddin Shire Citizen of the Year 2024), for sharing her story and providing an inspiring and heartfelt address with us and for the work she continues to quietly do in our community. I would also like to thank all the volunteers, staff and congratulate all the nominees and finalists across the Shire. We are lucky to live, work and play in a generous and caring community.
Congratulations to the following:
• Weddin Shire Citizen of the Year: Lynne Peterson and Peter Mitton
• Weddin Shire Senior Citizen of the Year: Mary Stokes
• Weddin Shire Community Event/Organisation of the Year: Grenfell SES (Highly Commended: Grenfell Historical Society)
• Weddin Shire Community Achievement Award: Grenfell Hospital & MPS Auxiliary
• Higher School Certificate Award: Thi Truong
• School Youth Achievement Awards:
o Jane Johnston (Quandialla Public)
o Emily Maslin (Caragabal Public)
o Saskia McClelland (St Joseph’s)
o Daisy Forde (Grenfell Public)
o Ryan Toole (The Henry Lawson High School)
• Greenethorpe Citizen of the year was awarded to Corrie Bryant
The Grenfell Aquatic Centre provided free pool entry and complimentary ice cream for kids on Australia Day. With the soaring temperatures, the pool became a popular hotspot, attracting well over 250 people who eagerly took advantage of the generous offerings.
I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend and was able to make it to the many events across the Shire.
Paul Best MAYOR
Mayor Paul Best
Councillor Wezley Makin
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6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 MOVIE: The Floating Dutchman. (1952) 12.05 MOVIE: Father’s Doing Fine. (1952) 1.50 MOVIE: The Constant Husband. (1955) 3.40 MOVIE: The Honey Pot. (1967) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: The Monuments Men. (2014) 10.50 Chicago Med. 11.50 Late Programs.
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VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) There’s still time to repair a misunderstanding with an honest explanation and a heartfelt apology. The sooner you do, the sooner you can get on with other matters.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Expect a temporary setback as you progress toward your goal. Use this time to reexamine your plans and see where you might need to make some significant
Community gathers in Taylor Park to celebrate
By BRENDAN McCOOL
POSITION VACANT
COWRA BUS SERVICE is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team. This position is based in Cowra and involves hands on mechanical duties including all aspect of bus repairs, maintenance & other duties involved with the daily operation of the business.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST:
• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic;
• Experience in Heavy vehicle maintenance;
• Be hands on;
• Work well under pressure;
• Preferably be proficient in bus electronics;
• Preferable hold a airconditon ticket or experience;
• Preferably hold a MR drivers licence
• Preferably hold a NSW Bus Driver Authority;
Karen Stuttle and Jodie McInnes helped celebrate the achievements and work of Weddin Shire’s community members.
Weddin Shire Mayor Paul Best and Weddin Shire Council General Manager Noreen Vu enjoyed their Australia Day morning.
Danny and Monica Joyce along with David and Hollie Forde enjoyed their morning out at Grenfell’s Australia Day ceremony.
Donna Aitken (standing) with Marcie Mills and John Nelson dressed festively for the day.
The Grenfell Town and District Band entertained the crowd before the beginning of the o icial ceremony.
THE local community gathered in Taylor Park on Australia Day to recognise the achievements of hard working residents of Weddin Shire.
Max Essex, Jackie Eppelstun and Eddie Essex were enjoying their Australia Day morning. PHOTOS: Brendan McCool
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
1 Which shortened Latin term means “for the time being” (3,3)
8 What is an orchestral composition forming the prelude to an opera (8)
9 Name a private or personal concern (6)
10 Which persons fix windows with glass (8)
11 What is a fleet of warships (6)
12 Name a coastal resort in SE France, on the Riviera (4)
13 Who wrote The War of the Worlds, and The Time Machine, H G ... (5)
16 Name late Australian Aboriginal rock singer, Archie ... (5)
19 What is a colloquial term for an earlier pound note (4)
21 When one circulates counterfeit money, one does what (6)
22 Which dog originated in Newfoundland, Canada (8)
23 Name a renowned US band leader, Woody ... (6)
24 Name a former English colony on the Atlantic coast of North America (8)
25 To have brought forward any point for discussion, is to have done what (6) DOWN
2 Name another term for an umpire (7)
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3 What is physical exertion, especially when painful (7)
4 Daniel who, was known as “Mad Dog” (6)
5 Name the owner of a rural property on which sheep or cattle are pastured (7)
6 Which contagious disease resembles scarlet fever (7)
7 Name a title applied to Jesus (7)
13 Name an English crime novelist, Edgar ... (7)
E-QUATIONS
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in
14 Who was an Australian painter and sculptor, born in Russia, George ... (7)
15 What are sudden strong winds also called (7)
17 Toronto is the capital of which province in Southern Canada (7)
18 Name an alternative term for butchery (7)
20 Name a county in northeastern England (6)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 AUTONYM
(a) Hallucination of an image of one’s body
(b) An author’s real name
(c) A true impress or copy of the original
2 EQUIVOCAL
(a) Of doubtful meaning
(b) Without ghorsereat variations (c) In the direction of the equinox
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: At the earliest (7) Desire strongly (5)
Each (5)
Fish (3)
Graph: ...-chart (3) Insect (3)
Irrefutable evidence (5) Letter (3)
Openings (5) Player piano (7)
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Bertock dominates the skies
Hungary’s Attila Bertok has won the 2025 Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding championship for 2025 - his fourth in ve years.
Bertok had an outstanding start to the competition and his consistency proved key as he totalled 4643 points of a possible 5000.
Gliders converged on Forbes for the annual competition and although there were some tricky conditions mid-week - storms and high winds - they ew ve days out of the available eight.
“Considering we had those strong southerlies we were very lucky,” Vicki said.
This year’s competition was again very competitive, with gliders set tasks including one to Narromine and others a triangle returning to base near Forbes.
Pawel Cedro from Poland in the air. PHOTO: Peak Pictures
“Each day the maximum points you can get is 1000 and (Attila) was very consistent,” Vicki said.
Bertok won task one with 1000 points - the maximum score; then placed third on tasks 2 (834 points), task 3 (924 points) and Task 4 with 881 points.
He came in second on the nal day with 904 points. In second overall in the
open championships was Gordon Rigg from Great Britain with a total 4236 points, third was Oval Opsanger from Norway with 4071 points.
First of the Australians on the leaderboard was Jon Durand, himself a past open title winner, in fourth place and fellow Australian Craig Taylor in h.
Richard McLeod from Victoria backed up to win the sports class for the second year in a row.
Overall the week was an incredibly positive experience for both returning pilots and those who made the trip to the central west for the rst time.
“They’re already talking about coming back next year,” Vicki said.
“And it’ll probably be the
same dates, just starting the day a er (the) Elvis (Festival).”
First time Forbes yer Nicholas Orand from France said he had heard about the competition and just had to make the trip for the experience.
“Coming from France to y the atlands requires a lot of prep work but the outcome is well worth it on many aspects,” he wrote to Vicki afterwards.
“This year’s ying let us imagine how great the place can be, the breathtaking Australian country side and wildlife, and most of all, the welcoming and supportive attitude of all I met these past 10 days.”
He extended thanks to all organisers, tug pilots and support crew.
“Thank you Vicki and Moyes for all you do. I am ying back to France with great memories,” he wrote.
This year marked 20 for the Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding competition, which returns to our local skies each January.
It was a special milestone, but also a time to pay tribute to Bill Moyes, Vicki’s father, a founder in the sport, who passed away September 24, 2024.
Bill Moyes was known as “Birdman”, taking to the skies in the 1960s, claiming the rst soaring ight for this type of aircra at Botany Bay and setting records for height, free ight, and longdistance towing.
He toured the world’s festivals, fairs and shows performing, and even ew into
Casablanca wins Australia Day race
By COLIN HODGES
Eighty three years a er the movie Casablanca was rst screened, a handsome four year old chestnut gelding by the same name won a Maiden Handicap on Saturday at Parkes.
Set in Morocco and starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, the 1942 lm is regarded as a masterpiece and the owners who payed big money for the equine Casablanca were hopeful of Academy Award winning performances.
There was justi cation for the high price as Casablanca was by the champion sire Snitzel and from the ATC Australian Oaks winner Rising Romance.
Adding further to the sales ring appeal, the Arrow eld stud bred Casablanca was a full brother to the team Hawkes trained lly Yearning, winner of the Group 1 Caul eld 1000 Guineas when ridden by Damien Thornton and placed 3 times in Group 2 races, the Edward Manifold, Armanasco and Lets Elope Stakes.
But alas, the hoped for rewards did not eventuate and Casablanca knocked down for $1.4 million to TFI/Kia Ora stud at the 2022 Inglis Easter Yearling Sale was sold again for $11,000 in 2024 through the online Inglis Digital platform to clients of the Dubbo trainer Cindy Monaghan.
Angus Barlow a Dubbo based stock and station agent who doubles as a livestock market reporter on ABC radio is now a part owner of Casablanca and takes up the story.
“Originally trained by Gerald Ryan and Sterling Alexiou at Rosehill, Casablanca with no luck a er 3 starts was transferred to Stuart Kendrick at the Gold Coast where the best result from 2 starts was a second on the poly track,“ Angus Barlow said.
“Entered for the April 2024 Inglis on line sale, shrewd horse investor Tim Moses from Dubbo snapped up Casablanca for $11,000 a er making enquiries with Brisbane jockey Michael Cahill.”
“Tim then formed a syndicate to race Casablanca with trainer Cindy Monaghan and a er a couple of dismal runs it was deemed to need the tie back operation,” he said.
“The operation was per formed, the horse was put back in work and presto, a good win at Parkes”, Angus Barlow related.
Ridden by Nick Heywood in the 1200 metres Parkes Farm Centre/Kennards Hire Maiden Handicap, Casablanca jumped quickly and led for home.
Donna Emilia ((Dylan Stanley, $19) nished well but was beat en a nose by Casablanca ($12) with threequarters of a length to the third placed Rebel Flyer (Shayleigh Ingelse, $41).
Keenly awaited was the ap pearance of the highly promis ing galloper Zarizatycoon in the 1400 metres Parkes Couriers/ Standen Building Class 2 Handi cap.
Trained at Bathurst by Gayna Williams, Zarizatycoon had looked well above average when leading throughout to win at Narromine and Mudgee, however bled when unplaced at Rosehill.
Following the mandatory time away from racing, Zarizatycoon resumed over 1280 metres at Orange and a er travelling wide nished less than a length from the winner Nomorenightshi , the Mack Gri th trained four times a winner, half brother to Zarizatycoon.
Away quickly from an outside barrier at Parkes, Zarizatycoon was eased back and at the 600 metres trailed the leading trio by several lengths.
Expertly ridden by Clayton Gallagher, Zarizatycoon ($1.65 favourite) gained an opening at the top of the straight and broke clear for a comfortable win by over a length from Extravagant Choice (Ellen Hennessy, $21) and Lockadente (Claire Ramsbotham, $13).
A big ve year old gelding, Zarizatycoon looks to be still learning how to gallop and with further improvement is forecast to win plenty more races.
The good crowd on Saturday has Parkes Jockey Club o cials looking forward to the Parkes Cup meeting on Sunday, May 18. Bathurst to race on Friday and Dubbo on Monday, February 3.
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the Grand Canyon. His honours included an OAM and an Australian Sports Medal for Moyes’ contribution to sport; he was presented with a Smithsonian Institute Invention Award for technical development; and the Federation Aeronautique Internationale’s Gold Air Medal for contribution to development of hang gliding.
The paddock where the pilots launch is a ectionately known within the competition as Bill Moyes international airport.One of the aspects of presentation night is drawing a land holder ra e as an expression of thanks to all the farmers around the region whose properties the gliders land on.
This year’s recipient was Paul Egan at Cooks Myalls.
Players will get some preseason training in touch football
Comp kicks off
Grenfell’s Rugby Union touch competition has kicked o on Monday, February 3 with ve teams currently signed up.
While games may have begun, it’s not too late to join, with interested players urged to contact the Grenfell Rugby Union Club.
Current teams include:
Iandra Knights, captained by Sam Allen;
The Hustlers, captained by Kenz Mills
No Mercy, captained by Rhys Hughes ;
Bin Chooks, captained by Jethro Fenton;
The GrassHoppers, captained by Orlando Joyce.
Teams are comprised of six players, which includes at least two female players, and games have two halves of 20 minutes.
As part of each game, sets include six touches, with each touch, pass, ball down or dummy half touched a changeover.
For more information visit the Grenfell Rugby Union Club’s Facebook page.
Goannas
keen for season
■ From the back page. Saturday, April 5 – Home game, incorporating Season Launch and First Try Scorer Calcutta.
Saturday, April 26 – Home game, incorporating Ladies Day.
Saturday, July 26 – Home game, incorporating Old Boys Day and Reverse Draw fundraiser.
Please be advised that dates may change subject to nalisation of the Woodbridge Cup draw. More information will be provided.
The crowd came forward to the fence at Parkes Jockey Club races for the Australia Cup running. PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham
Race 3 was a close one, with 5 Loose Love winning by a head.
competition. PHOTO: Supplied.
Todd Smart, Trainer with Tim Keith who presented him with the Australia Day shirts and caps.
Goannas prepare for 2025
By GARY HOLMES
The Grenfell Goannas are up and running with pre-season training and are looking forward to the 2025 season. First Grade (Coach-Isaac Jones), and Youth League (Coach-Jamie O’Loughlin) are training on Tuesdays and Fridays commencing at 6.30pm whilst the League Tag girls under the guidance of Coach Ty Ashe are training Tuesdays and Thursdays and are also starting at 6.30pm.
This year in the Woodbridge Cup with the likely return of the Condobolin Rams there will be 14 team competitions for both the First Grade and League Tag teams.
Last season saw a very competitive 6-team Youth League competition and at this stage all indications are that this may expand to a 8 or 9 team competition.
The Goannas are still looking for more players in all three grades and any potential players are encouraged and welcome to come down to training if they are interested in having a run this year.
The ranks of the First Grade squad have been bolstered by the return of local juniors Nate Wilson, Selwyn White, and the
Starr brothers Harrison and Zach. First Grade will also bene t from some key signings out of Canowindra and Cowra.
The Woodbridge Cup committee have already locked in the following important dates:
Sunday, March 9 – Western League Tag Challenge to be held at Canowindra.
Saturday, March 15 – First Grade 13 aside knockout (venue to be advised).
Saturday, March 22 - Woodbridge Indigenous All Stars V Woodbridge All Stars.
The venue is yet to be determined but there will be three matches, First Grade, Ladies Tackle, and League Tag.
Youth League Sevens tournament – This will be held in conjunction with either the knockout or All Stars day.
Weekend of April 5/6 – opening round of the competition proper.
The following dates are speci c to the Grenfell Goannas:
Saturday, March 1 – Grenfell Goannas (Motor Cycle) Poker Run.
Saturday, March 29 – First Grade and League Tag trial games against the North Canberra Bears at Lawson Oval.
