LEARNING BACK ON THE CARDS AS SCHOOL RETURNS
Council’s say on code
Weddin Shire Council hosted their ordinary monthly meeting on Thursday, 20 February where they voted to endorse the Mayoral submission as outlined in the report to the O ce of Local Government for consideration in the Consultation process in regards to the dra Code of Meeting Practice. The O ce of Local Government provided a consulta-
tion dra in December 2024 of the new Model Meeting Code on their website seeking submissions by February 25, 2025.
The reform of the codes and procedures governing how Councillors gather, debate and make decisions was agged by the Minister for Local Government as part of the discussion paper issued in September 2024.
Weddin Shire Council’s General Manager Noreen Vu said the Minister for Local Government has a strong interest in changing their code of meeting practice.
“He is proposing a number of recommendations with the new code of meeting practice,” she said.
Ms Vu said this dra paper is focused on the conduct within the council meetings
and there are a number of points in the dra they propose they agree with as they see there is no harm in terms of the changes being put forward.
However there are some strong provisions in there, Ms Vu said, that she believes Council should put in submissions that they disagree with.
Ms Vu said some provi-
sions which she believes Council disagree with includes every time a person or councilor speaks they should stand to address the room.
Another provision Ms Vu said Council disagree with are the rules around notices of motion being put to Council without rstly going through the sta to be able to provide sta comment, especially if it is a motion
that requires expenditure of budget.
“I see it being counterintuitive especially if you have a council that says the resolution ends up reading that you send the report back for sta to ll out the expenditure it kind of delays the purpose of actually tabling the report,” Ms Vu said.
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St Joseph’s Primary School students in Year 5/6 recently visited the Grenfell Multi-Purpose Service. Full story on page 4.
Iandra Castle shares open days for months ahead
If you’re struggling to think of what to do on a quiet weekend, Iandra Castle has released its open days for the next few months.
Open house at Iandra Castle is a great opportunity to explore the homestead and surrounding buildings and gardens.
Upcoming open days include:
Sunday 23 March 2025 from 10am –2pm.
Sunday, 6 April 2025 from 10am – 2pm.
Sunday, 20 April 2025 from 10am –2pm.
Sunday, 8 June 2025 from 10am –2pm.
Bookings are essential and can be made online at the Iandra Castle’s website at https://iandracastle.com.au/
Men’s health in focus
The Weddin Health Council along with Grenfell Community Health have organised a Men’s Health event at the Grenfell Bowling Club tomorrow on Friday, 28 February.
The Club is providing a free lunch from 11.30am onwards followed by a presentation by guest speakers Brad Butt, pharmacist and Men’s Health Down Under CoFounder. along with Physiotherapist Jamie Boulding.
Following this, there will be a game of lawn bowls and a free BBQ.
Blood pressure and other health checks will be available during the a ernoon as well as some time for one on one discussions with the speakers.
While the event is free, and partners are welcome to attend, the Club are asking people to RSVP for catering purposes.Please don’t hesitate to contact either Peter Mo tt on 0408 699 219 or Peter Spedding on 0418 606 663.
Dig deep For Red
Cross this March
March is Red Cross Calling month: Rather than knocking on doors in Grenfell. The local Red Cross branch will be having a stall in Main Street on Thursdays, March 6, 13 and 20.
Your donation could help someone with a food package or a safe place to stay – just two of the many that every dollar helps in some way.
Look out for our lovely ladies on the stalls these days.
Thanking you all – Red Cross.
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Grenfell Garden Club meeting to bloom
By Anita Edwards Publicity O icer.
We are facing a new year, it seems we’ve only just said goodbye to Christmas and it here it is March already. That means the Garden Club is having its rst meeting of 2025.
As usual, the meeting is on the rst Tuesday of the month, which is Tuesday, 4 March, at 2 pm.
For this meeting Pat Verney is our host.
Her address is Forbes Street, corner of Bourkes Street, just past the swimming pool.
Members are asked to bring a plate as usual, and are reminded about the trading table.
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Police have charged more than 550 people with more than 1160 o ences during a four-day statewide operation targeting domestic and family violence.
Operation Amarok IX ran from Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 February 2025, and involved o cers from all police area commands and police districts across NSW.
The Domestic and Family Violence Registry-led operation also involved o cers from each regions’ Domestic Violence High Risk O enders Team (DVHROT), along with specialist o cers from Raptor Squad, Youth Command, State Crime Command’s Child Protection Register, Police Airwing, Tra c & Highway Patrol Command, and the Police Transport Command.
Across the four days, 569 people were arrested and charged, with 295 arrest warrants executed.
Police laid 1,162 charges and conducted 1,151 bail compliance
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checks and 12,382 apprehended domestic violence order (ADVO) compliance checks. There were 424 breaches identi ed.
O cers conducted 127 rearms prohibition order (FPO) searches, with 57 rearms and 25 weapons seized.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley says Operation Amarok was a clear example of the NSW Police Force’s commitment to addressing domestic and family violence, especially in regional areas.
“Operation Amarok demonstrates the dedication of police in tackling domestic and family violence and sends a strong message that this sickening behaviour will never be tolerated,” Minister Catley said.
“Those who choose to commit these violent acts should be prepared for a knock on their door and to face the consequences - because the police will stop at
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So if you have any fruit or vegetables or other produce, homemade jams, pickles etc you would like to donate or sell, bring it along. Our meeting is also open to new members, visitors or anyone who is interested in things garden – you are welcome to join us.
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Police charge more than 550 people during State-wide DV crackdown
nothing to hold perpetrators to account.
“Last year alone, police received almost 150,000 calls for help for domestic and family violence related matters, this shows the gravity of the situation and the extensive police resources required to combat it.”
Domestic and Family Violence Corporate Sponsor, Assistant Commissioner Peter Mckenna, said the strategy behind Operation Amarok was working.
“Amarok elevates our focus on those high-risk o enders who pose a signi cant threat to victims, family members, and other members of the community,” Assistant Commissioner Mckenna said.
“NSW Police remains committed to tackling domestic and family violence o enders across the state and the operation results speak for themselves.
“While police will continue the
tactics employed by our high-risk o ender teams to target these people and support victims, we all have a part to play in stopping this senseless crime.”
Arrests in our region included:
About 1.30am on Saturday (22 February 2025), o cers from The Hume Police District were called a home on Binalong Street, Young, following reports of a domestic dispute. Police were told a man allegedly punched a woman, known to him, several times before he allegedly strangled her until she lost consciousness. Following inquiries, a 40-year-old man attended Young Police Station where he was arrested and charged with intentionally choke etc person with recklessness (DV) and assault occasioning actual bodily harm (DV). He appeared at Parramatta Local Court on Sunday 23 February 2025, where he was granted conditional bail to appear at Young Local Court on Tuesday 4 March.
Grenfell Garden Club members at the South-West NSW Zone Friendship Day Lunch last year.
Council speaks up for right to dial in, briefing sessions
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One of the things Council should also be objecting to, Ms Vu said, the reasons for councillors to dial in to council via audio-visual link has been completely restricted down to carers responsibility or illness.
Ms Vu said this would limit councillors from being able to dial in to a council meeting remotely if they had to go away for work or if they were restricted from travelling into town due to a natural disaster such as ooding.
“That’s quite an issue I think given that a lot of us, especially from a uni ed front from a rural area, there’s always going to be issues with being able to get to a council meeting especially if you’re a farmer as well. So that there is something that we object to,” Ms Vu said.
Ms Vu said a provision which she didn’t pick up but wanted to ag it would be added into the Council submission, was around the council could choose which sta members attend the council meeting.
“As you’re aware councillors can’t direct sta and we do (have) our meetings in the evenings,” Ms Vu said.
“It would be, I guess, a breach of what I consider the local governmental board in terms of councilors instructing sta to
Jonah’s cancer battle continues
An online fundraiser has been launched to support a local family. For the past 12 months, Jonah and his devoted mum, Desiree, have been living at Westmead Children’s Hospital, over 340 km away from their home
come out of hours to a council meeting.”
Weddin Shire Council Mayor Paul Best said it’s something they have got to put submissions into this and while it takes up a lot of time for the sta doing these sorts of things, it’s the only way they
can have our say on them.
Councillor Wezley Makin asked even though they submit this objection to all these things, along with multiple councils, it doesn’t mean they’re going to take them on board.
Ms Vu said this is correct.
Meanwhile, dad David, a hardworking self-employed tiler, has been holding down the fort caring for their 10 other children and keeping the family
Jonah has bravely endured countless rounds of chemotherapy, a major surgery, and two bone marrow trans-
But in early February their worst fear became a reality when David discovered a new lump in Jonah’s
The doctors acted quickly, though the family received the devastating news that Jonah’s cancer had re-
A fundraiser has been set up by Dianne Wynne from Nyngan to help support the family and help ease the
• Mortgage and living expenses
• Medical treatments and care
• Travel costs to and from the hos-
• Ensuring the family can be together during this di cult time
You can donate online: the fundraiser can be found on the My Cause website online at https://www.mycause. com.au/p/365729/jonah-mills
Another submission Ms Vu said she should have agged was that the Minister has a strong view on removing the pre-brie ng. Ms Vu said this would take away the opportunity for counselors to ask questions for clari cation especially if they use acronyms.
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Ms Wynne said she had a child battle cancer as well and knows the importance of nancial help.
“The family need to be together, that’s what made me get on board,” she said.
Ms Wynne asks people to donate to the fundraiser. More to come.
Weddin Shire Council voted to make their submissions to the O ice of Local Government.
PHOTO: Weddin Shire Council livestream.
Quandialla Public School welcomes students to term one
Quandialla Public School have shared their rst newsletter for the school term on Wednesday, 19 February.
Relieving Principal’s Report
Welcome back students, family and friends. We have hit the ground running in 2025 with lots of learning, two excursions and a swimming carnival already!
New Kindy
We are very excited to welcome three new kindergarten students to our school. What a start to the year for Thea, Oliver and Amelia. They have settled in well and made lots of new friends.
School Bytes
We are using a new system for school administration called School Bytes. We are using this for attendance, behaviour, reports and more. Absence notes can be completed via the app, with reminders for unexplained absences being sent out a day a er an absence and again a week later.
Small Schools Swimming Carnival
What a fantastic day out for all involved! It was our rst carnival in years that we have had 100% attendance. Thank you to all the parents who brought their kids and came to cheer us on. We had two competitors o to Condo for the Lachlan District Swimming Carnival. Well done to Kate and Macey. And a special congratulations to Luke who was the sub-junior champion!
Basketball and Library Excursion
On Tuesday we visited Young PCYC for some basketball coaching with Gecko Sports. We learned dribbling, passing and shooting skills. Our students had a great time and improved their skills.
A er that we visited Young Library where we toured the library and signed up to borrow. Students were able to borrow 3 books. We will be visiting the library again next Tuesday a er another basketball coaching session.
Brady Pudya, Relieving Principal.
Exciting start to school year
Grenfell Public School has kicked off the year with enthusiasm and energy.
Our dedicated captains were officially welcomed into their new roles during a special catered morning tea with Principal Mr. Cartwright.
Mack, Hannah, Sam, and Layla are eager to embrace the challenges and responsibilities that come with their leadership positions.
On Friday, 7 February, we held an induction assembly where our house captains were inducted and proudly presented with their badges.
The house captains for 2025 are:
Wood: Captains – Delilah Nealon and Jai Kohnen.
Vice Captains – Eloise Grimm and Cayless Mills. Lawson: Captains –
Rose Willems and Logan Glasheen.
Vice Captains – Aurora Lester and Mason Smith.
O’Brien: Captains – Maisie Baker and Josh Cartman.
Vice Captains – Alexa Dowd and Henry Dawes.
These enthusiastic leaders have already begun with one of their major events, the School Swimming Carnival, which took place on Monday.
It was wonderful to see the captains and vice captains motivating their fellow students to participate and show their house spirit.
In addition to our leadership activities, Stage One has embarked on an engaging Science unit with Mrs. Makin, focusing on ‘Living Things’.
Our Kindergarten students had a fantastic expe-
rience exploring the living things in our school playground, utilising all of their senses while being mindful of their surroundings especially avoiding any spiky or dangerous plants.
Furthermore, 5/6 Red has had a great start to the year in the kitchen with Mrs. Forde.
Student’s culinary skills certainly haven’t been lost over the holidays, and this term, veggie fritters are on the menu!
Students are excited to hone their cooking skills while learning about healthy eating and teamwork.
Pictured right: Captains Mack Loader and Hannah Lynch with Vice captains Sam Hazell and Layla White. PHOTOS: Supplied
St Joseph’s gets the new year off to a good start
STUDENTS VISIT MPS
St Joseph’s Primary School students in Year 5/6 recently visited the Grenfell Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) to enjoy a game of cards with the residents.
The students learnt the value of positively contributing to the lives of others and made some wonderful friendships. Each class will take turns to visit the Grenfell MPS residents throughout the year.
OPENING MASS 2025
It was incredibly special for the St Joseph’s Primary School community to join together recently at their Opening School Mass to mark the beginning of the new school year. Student leaders for 2025 were recognised and new students and sta were warmly welcomed.
Fr Jiss Sunny, assisted by John King, o ciated. It was a joyful occasion that set the tone for a wonderful year ahead.
conversation and a game of cards with residents of the Grenfell MPS.
Kindy student Lewis explored the living things in the playground as part of the science unit.
Luke, Callum, Charlie, Adelaide, Emily, Brydie, Gus, Lettie, Heidi, Braxton and Aidan. PHOTOS: Supplied
DATES TO NOTE
CAMP STREET, GRENFELL NSW 2810 PHONE: 6343 1212
Friday 28 February 2025 - Recycling Collection | East
Friday 28 February 2025 - Street Stall | Royal Far West
Saturday 1 March 2025 - Street Stall | Grenfell Men’s Shed
Monday 3 March 2025 - Recycling Collection | West
Wednesday 5 March 2025 - Garbage Collection | Villages
Thursday 6 March 2025 - Drop in for a chat with the GM | Grenfell Hub
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.
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE | MAIN STREET GRENFELL NSW 2810
Council wishes to advise the community that a temporary road closure at the intersection of Main Street and Forbes Street (at the front of the Grenfell Motel) will be necessary to allow the contractors to safely remove the final redundant Essential Energy pole in Main Street. This temporary road closure will take place on Sunday 16 March from 9.30am; subject to change and Council will advise the community of any changes as soon as possible. Should you have any questions please contact Claire McCann at the Grenfell Visitor Information Centre on 02 6343 2855.
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.
SERVICE NOTICE | CHANGE TO OPENING HOURS QUANDIALLA SWIMMING POOL & GRENFELL AQUATIC CENTRE
The Grenfell Aquatic Centre will be closed to the public from 4:00pm on Sunday 2 March 2025.
The Quandialla Swimming Pool has amended opening hours on Sunday 2 March 2025 and will be open to the public from 1:00pm – 4:00pm.
SERVICE NOTICE | GRENFELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Council would like to advise that Grenfell Public Library will be operating on reduced hours. The Grenfell Public Library opening hours will be as follows:
Tuesday – Friday: 10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 4:50pm
Saturday: 9:30pm – 12:00noon
Sunday and Monday: Closed Council apologises for any inconvenience.
COMMUNITY NOTICE | GREENETHORPE COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION
Council will be holding an Information Session (rescheduled from last year) on Tuesday 18 March 2025, to provide an update on the Village Streetscapes project and the Village Freedom Camping Project. This session will outline the next steps, and there will be an opportunity for residents to ask questions. This will be held at the Greenethorpe Solders Memorial Hall from 10am to 12noon. For enquiries please contact Councils Arts, Tourism and events Coordinator, Claire McCann, on 02 6343 2855 or mail@weddin.nsw.gov.au
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/TendersQuotations-and-Expressions-of-Interest or through Vendorpanel: https://www.vendorpanel.com.au/ PublicTenders.aspx?profileGroupId=7126
REQUEST FOR QUOTE
Council wishes to advise that the following Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) have been issued:
• RFQ 02/2025 | Fencing Installation for Taylor Park | Closes 5:00pm Thursday 6 March 2025
• RFQ 48/2024 | Taylor Park – Handrails to Concrete Ramps and Stairs, and Metalwork for Taylor Park Redevelopment | Closes 5:00pm Thursday 6 March 2025.
Further information regarding the above RFQ’s is available from Council’s website: https://www.weddin.nsw.gov.au/Council/ Tenders-Quotations-and-Expressions-of-Interest
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
Hope everyone has had a great week.
Earlier this week the Councillors attended a facilitated workshop for the Community Strategic Plan 2035; I would like to thank all of our community for attending the workshop sessions and providing input. The Councillors were provided the opportunity to review all the input received to date on what you would like Weddin to look like in 10 years.
The draft Community Strategic Plan will be developed and presented to Council for endorsement of providing to the community through public exhibition. The next steps will be public exhibition of the draft with members of our community to be able to provide submissions and in addition there will be phone surveys and online surveys to ensure our community has the opportunity to provide further feedback.
Throughout the Councillor workshop, Council staff presented to Councillors ideas for our:
• Community Strategic Plan
• Delivery Program and Operational Plan
• Long Term Financial Plan
• Asset Management Strategy
• Workforce Management Strategy.
Tomorrow, Friday 28 February 2025, the Health Council Forum will be held at the Grenfell Bowling Club from 11.30am. This is your opportunity to get your blood pressure, blood sugar levels and cholesterol checked with results back to you in about 10minutes. What a great service to our community.
Everyone is welcome to attend. If you are going to attend, please let the Grenfell Bowling Club know so they have an idea for catering purposes.
Paul Best MAYOR
Mayor Paul Best Councillor Wezley Makin
Councillor Michael Neill
Councillor Jan Parlett
Deputy Mayor Colleen Gorman
Councillor Jeanne Montgomery
Councillor John Niven
Councillor Simon Rolls
Councillor Chad White
Captains & Kindies 2025
L-R: Sam Hazell and Layla White
L-R: Mack Loader and Hannah Lynch
Mr Kilby with the Kindergarten class of 2025
St Joseph’s Primary School held its Opening Mass at St Joseph’s Catholic Church on Wednesday the 19th of February. Students and staff, along with a large gathering of family and community members, joyfully welcomed the new school year and the school’s incoming leaders. The school’s motto of ‘Aspire, Believe, Connect’ resonated with everyone in attendance.
2025 Captains Charlie and Callum were formally presented with their School Captain badges, along with the House Captains and members of the Student Representative Council. The newly inducted House Captains are Arabella and Emily for team Dominic,
St Josephs School
Braxton and Aidan for Augustine and Adelaide and Jed for Xavier. The Student Representative Council members, in addition to the School Captains, are Brydie, Adelaide, Luke, Heidi, Lettie and Gus. Congratulations to this very special group of student leaders. These outstanding students will represent the school and provide leadership throughout the year.
During the Opening Mass, St Joseph’s Primary School also warmly welcomed their new Kindergarten students for 2025. Each student was presented with a gold star to add to the school star banner. These student stars will remain on the school star banner until the students graduate Year six.
The presentation of student stars is a special tradition at the school and ensures each student feels valued and respected as part of the St Joseph’s Primary School community.
Throughout the year, all students will be encouraged to embody positive behaviors such as ‘being respectful’, ‘being responsible’, ‘being safe’, and ‘aspiring to excellence’ to ensure that all members of the school community work towards achieving their best in a happy and safe environment.
St Joseph’s Primary School looks forward to holding many community
It is very important for staff to have opportunities to involve parents in their child’s learning and progress, building a positive learning partnership between home and school.
St Joseph’s Primary School welcomes enquiries from parents/ guardians of Catholic and Non Catholic backgrounds. For more information about St Joseph’s Primary School, Grenfell, you are encouraged to visit their website: www.stjosephsgrenfell.nsw.edu.au
School Captains
The Henry Lawson High School
The Henry Lawson High School is a small, rural co-educational secondary school with recent academic, cultural and sporting success.
The school has a strong sense of belonging with quality family and community links that extend the educational opportunities for our students. Our teaching team has aspirational expectations of students with a strong focus on collaboration, innovative practice. Students are self-regulated and able to use critical thinking skills to solve problems both independently and in teams. Students are polite, friendly and value the opportunities provided through the school and community.
We would like to extend an invitation to prospective parents and students to have a personalised tour of our school facilities, see classroom teaching in action and discuss current teaching and learning programs and the school’s future directions.
2025 SRC Representatives
School Captains Lehane
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McCabe House - Captains
McNamara House - Captains
Year 8 : Shelby Dawes and Patrick Radnedge.
Year 10: Marley Loader and Jack Death. Toole and James Death.
Hugh Nowlan
(School Captain)
House
Captains
Captains: Vice Captains:
Captains: Sophie Hughes and Riley Osborne. Vice Captains: Sophie Berry and Noah Griffin
Captains: Rachel Tomlinson and Maverick Mooney. Vice Captains: Amelia Donnelly and Braeden Leibick
6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Angel. 3.00 Ed And Karen’s Recipes For Success. 3.50 The Goldbergs. 4.20 Bondi Vet. 5.20 Britain’s Got Talent. 7.00 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. (2018) 9.00 MOVIE: Romancing The Stone.
4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 8.40 MOVIE: Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. (2021) Ryan Reynolds, Salma Hayek, Samuel L. Jackson. 11.00 MOVIE: Lions For Lambs. (2007) 12.45 Pointless. 1.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.50
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. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Australian Guineas Day. 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.
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3.00 Doctor Who. 3.45 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.30 MythBusters. 5.20 Love Your Garden. 6.10 George Clarke’s Adventures In Americana. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) 8.50 Ab Fab. 9.20 Absolutely Fabulous New York Special. 10.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs.
4.15 Extraordinary Escapes. 5.00 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
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. Verry Elleegant Stakes Day and Australian Guineas Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 7.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (2012) Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz. 10.15 MOVIE: Green Zone. (2010) Matt Damon. 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. Night Thunder. High Limits World Tour. Night Grand Final. Replay. 4.00 Carnage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 9.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 10.30 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 Under The Vines. 2.45 Extraordinary Escapes. 3.35 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 Sydney Gay And Lesbian Mardi Gras 2025. 10.30 The Newsreader. 11.25 Unforgotten. 12.15 Rage. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.30 Tiddler. 3.55 Kids’ Programs. 5.10 Thomas. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Kids BBQ Championship.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Ed And Karen’s Recipes For Success. 12.20 The Goldbergs. 12.50 Dream Home. 2.20 Holey Moley Australia. 3.50 Britain’s Got Talent. 5.30 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation. (2018) 7.30 MOVIE: Back To The Future Part III. (1990) 10.00 MOVIE: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021) 12.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 Let’s Eat With George. 1.30 Your Next Cruise. 2.00 Bondi Vet. 3.00 David Attenborough’s Mammals. 4.00 Cherie Barber’s Tiny Home. New. 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: Legally Blonde. (2001) Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson. 10.30 MOVIE: Magic Mike’s Last Dance. (2023) 12.40 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.35 MOVIE: Lease Of Life. (1954) 2.35 MOVIE: Trapeze. (1956) 4.45 Rugby Union. Super W. Round 1. Western Force v Brumbies. 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 3. Western Force v Queensland Reds. 9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 MOVIE: The Mechanic. (1972) 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 12.30 Farm To Fork. 1.00 10 Minute Kitchen. 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 Love It Or List It Australia. 8.30 Gogglebox Australia. 9.30 Matlock. 10.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Are You RV Safe? 11.00 Luxury Escapes. 11.30 Buy To Build. 12.00 Australian Survivor. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 2.30 Basketball. NBL Finals.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 Mark Berg’s Fishing Addiction. 4.00 Motor MythBusters. 5.00 Hustle & Tow. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Die Hard: With A Vengeance. (1995) 11.10 MOVIE: Surrogates. (2009) 1.10 Late Programs.
Seven News. 7.00 Australian Idol. 8.40 The Hunters. 10.15 Murder In The Outback: The Falconio And Lees Mystery. 11.15 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.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Try to say as little as possible about the work you’re doing through the end of the month. Then you can make your announcement and accept your well-deserved plaudits.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A more difficult challenge than you expected emerges early in the week. But with your strong Taurean determination, you should be able to deal with it successfully by week’s end.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Before you act on your “feelings” about an upcoming decision, it might be wise to do a little factchecking first. You could be very much surprised by what you don’t find.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A recent workplace success can open some doors that were previously closed to you. On a personal level, expect to receive some important news from a longtime friend and colleague.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Rugby League. Women’s International Test. Australia v England. 3.00 NRL Sunday Footy: Las Vegas Pre-Show. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 1. Penrith Panthers v Cronulla Sharks. 5.30 NRL Sunday Footy: Las Vegas Post-Match. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Married At First Sight. 8.45 60 Minutes. 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 See No Evil. 11.15 The First 48. 12.05 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. 1.00 Home And Away. 4.00 TBA. 5.40 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 6.30 Puppy School. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Bones. 12.30 The Blacklist. 1.30 Ordinary Joe. 2.30 9-1-1: Lone Star.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Getaway. 10.30 My Favorite Martian. 11.00 Skippy. 11.30 Avengers. 12.30 MOVIE: She’ll Have To Go. (1962) 2.30 MOVIE: The Lone Gun. (1954) 4.00 MOVIE: The Horse Soldiers. (1959) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Gran Torino. (2008) 10.55 The Closer. 11.55 Late Programs.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Put your wounded pride aside and do what you must to heal a misunderstanding, before it can take a potentially irreversible turn and leave you regretting the loss of a good friend.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) One way to kick a lessthan-active social life into high gear or rebuild an outdated Rolodex file is to throw one of your well-organized get-togethers for friends and associates.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Getting out of an obligation you didn’t really want to take on can be tricky. An honest explanation of the circumstances can help. Next time, pay more attention to your usually keen instincts.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Use your Scorpion logic to push for a no-nonsense approach to a perplexing situation. This could help keep present and potential problems from creating more confusion.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A friend’s problem might take more time than you wish to give. But staying with it once again proves the depth of your Sagittarian friendship and loyalty.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The Sea Goat can benefit from an extra dose of self-confidence to unsettle your detractors, giving you the advantage of putting on a strong presentation of your position.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might want to ask a friend or relative for advice on an ongoing personal matter. But be careful not to give away information that you might later wish you had kept secret.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Use the weekend for a creativity break to help restore your spiritual energy. Once this is done, you’ll be back and more than ready to tackle whatever challenge you need to face.
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
1 Name a strong synthetic polyester fibre, resistant to creases (6)
7 What is a symbolic narrative (8)
8 Name an Austrian-born US film director, Billy ... (6)
9 Which preparation is used for beautifying the complexion (8)
10 What is a book size of sheets to form eight leaves (6)
11 Which object is supposed to possess occult powers (8)
14 What is a three-wheeler (8)
18 Which term describes persons of the English race (6)
19 To be decapitated, is to be what (8)
21 Salem is the capital of which of the United States (6)
22 What is a grubscrew also called (8)
23 An indigene is also known as a what (6)
DOWN
1 What is the temperature at which a given sample of air will have a relative humidity of 100 per cent (8)
2 What is said to excite the anger of a bull (3,3)
3 Name an alternative term for a drug (8)
4 What does a beggar seek (4)
5 What are some of the herons called (6)
6 Which Russian vehicle is drawn by a team of three horses abreast (6)
12 When one feels tired, one does what (4,4)
13 What is an absurdity known as (8)
15 Which term describes bailiffs (6)
E-QUATIONS 7
16 Edam is a type of what (6)
Letters have a number value
E-QUATIONS
Some values are in the right hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
17 Name the manager of a shearing team (6)
20 What is a flattened, deep-bodied, spiny-rayed, marine food fish (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 TRANSLUCENT
(a) Shining through (b) Of short duration (c) Leaping or passing across
2 WARRIGAL
(a) A wizard (b) The dingo (c) A maze of narrow passages
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:
Chopped straw (5)
Divide into four parts (7)
In pursuit (5)
IOC code: Portugal (3)
Keenly edged (5)
Made a mistake (5)
Mineral spring (3)
Pool stick (3)
Small bird (7)
Supplied nourishment (3)
Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.
Lachlan Valley Rams
Annie Teague makes history on the green
By MADELINE BLACKSTONE
In 2024 Annie Teague made her name known on every bowling green she stepped on and 2025 is already looking like it’s going to be no di erent for the young bowler.
In January Annie won the Under 16s South Paci c Lawn Bowls Tournament at the Warilla Bowling Club on the south coast.
The 14-year-old made history as she was the second girl to ever claim the title and the rst since 2012.
“I was thrilled and so proud when I won,” Annie said.
“It’s a tournament that was on my bucket list to try and win before turning 18 but when it was pointed out that I was the second girl ever to win this event since 2012 and the other girl to win it was the brilliant Ellan Ryan who has played for Australia, was just an honour to have my name on the same shield as her.”
Annie competed in the singles tournament on 13 January where she played three games to advance through to quarter nals two days later.
Annie won her quarter nal game 25-19 and said it was a battle as her opponent is a very good, strong bowler.
Annie went on to win her semi nal game 25-4 and followed it up with a 25-19 victory against Noah Jedrzejczyk which she said was a very proud moment.
In between theses days Annie competed in the pairs tournament with Jordan Sturgiss from the ACT.
The pair advanced to the quarter nals which were played on 16 January but unfortunately were beaten by one shot.
This was Annie’s second year competing in the South Paci c Lawn Bowls Tournament as she placed equal third last year.
“I always enjoy this tournament as it it the rst tournament of the year and you get to catch up with mates and players,” Annie said.
“I wanted to go one step further than I did last year to make the nals but I am very honoured that I have won this prestigious tournament.
“The tournament is hosted by Warilla Bowls Club and coordinated by Corey Wedlock who is an Australian Jackaroo so not only will you see brilliant junior bowlers and the future of our great game at the tournament but we do get to meet and mix with a few famous faces as well.”
As Annie takes her bowling career to new heights at only 14 she has been given the special opportunity to be part of the Merrylands Bowling Club which she says is an honour.
“I never thought I would be a member of any bowling club over the Blue Mountains so I am very grateful that Merrylands Bowling
Mixed results for pennants teams
BOWLS
By BRENDAN MCCOOL
On Sunday Grenfell’s grade 3 pennants bowling team travelled to Orange Country Club and drew with their hosts 52-52.
Orange walked away with ve points from the round and Grenfell walked away with four points.
In the Grade 6pennants, Grenfell hosted the Caragabal Grade 6 pennants.
Caragabal defeated Grenfell with 60 shots to 50 shots. Caragabal were awarded nine points for the round and Grenfell were awarded one point, thanks to the home team winning a rink.
Grenfell Bowling Club’s Dave Hancock said both sides are still in it to win this round of pennants, but next week the Grade 6 will be travelling to play Cowra and the Grade 3 pennants will get a bye. While it depends on the day, Mr Hancock said it will be a bit of a challenge to defeat the Cowra side.
Barry Green runner-up in first Lachlan Valley comp for 2025
By JOHN DWYER
Forbes players took full advantage playing on their home course when they dominated the rst of the Lachlan Valley Veterans Golfers monthly competitions last week.
Making a welcome return to form a er extended works on the farm Stuart French playing o a 14 handicap carded 38 points for the 18 holes to win from Grenfell’s Barry Green, runner-up with 34 points on a count-back.
ily as they have a fantastic and supportive junior program.”
Annie now travels to Merrylands every weekend or whenever she has to play and represent.
“It’s long hours, especially the travel to and from.
“It’s a long hard commitment but I am so grateful that I get this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
It is looking like a busy year ahead for the up and coming bowling star with plans to compete in the Australian Open for Under 18s girls with hopes to make the nals.
Annie is also planning to compete in the open women’s singles Champion of Champions, defend her title at the Under 15s girls singles NSW Junior Championships and hopefully gain selection for the NSW Tri Series and Nationals for Bowls NSW under 18’s
Annie has re ected on her bowling career so far and can’t believe where she is at now.
“When I rst started bowling and I rolled up at the Parkes Railway Bowling Club with my pop I never thought I would be a member of a reputable bowling club such as the Merrylands Bowling Club.
“I joined Caragabal Bowling Club and with their support and encouragement I began to bowl in junior and open tournaments and this is where my dream began,” Annie said. Annie would not have made it this far in lawn bowls if it wasn’t for the support of the Caragabal Bowling Club, West Dubbo Bowling Club and the Parkes Bowling and Sports Club.
“I can’t forget to thank my mum, dad and grandparents who help and are so supportive and encouraging. I can’t do this without them,” Annie added.
The locals made it a double in B grade with Alex Mackinnon also returning 38 points to nish two better than team mate Frank Hanns.
The Forbes layout was presented in top condition and the 63 players (including ve associates) who contested the event ensured a good start to the Lachlan Valley events for 2025.
In the Coles/Miller Shield (for the best three scores from each club) it was another win to the locals with a score of 112 points. In equal second on 98 points were Parkes and Grenfell, followed by Condobolin (91) and West Wyalong (87).
Nearest-to-pins were shared around with Forbes’ Kim Herbert and John Pearce from Parkes winning A and B grade respectively on the ninth hole, while Nym Dziuba (Parkes) and Greg Moncrei (Condo) took the spoils on the 18th.
VETERANS GOLF
11-Year-Old Boys Champion: Archer Sheehan and runner-up: Angus Petty.
Atmosphere electric at carnival
By Tamara McMahon
The sun shone brightly over Grenfell Public School on 17 February as students, parents, and sta gathered for the much-anticipated annual swimming carnival.
The event was a splendid display of enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and determination, showcasing the incredible talent within our school community.
From the moment the rst race began, it was clear the students were eager to make a splash.
Each competitor gave their all, cheered on by their classmates and supporters.
The atmosphere was electric as houses battled in the pool, but it was the Wood house that ultimately triumphed, taking home the coveted house trophy.
A special highlight of the day was the recognition of our individual age champions:
Junior Girls Champion: Mae Taylor.
Runner-Up: Ella Leibick.
Junior Boys Champion: Odin
Amezdroz.
Runner-Up: Max Essex. 11-Year-Old Girls Champion: Georgina Nowlan.
Runner-Up: Payten D’Ombrain
11-Year-Old Boys Champion: Archer Sheehan.
Runner-Up: Angus Petty
Senior Girls Champion: Penny Martin.
Runner-Up: Layla White
Senior Boys Champion: Raleigh Armstrong.
Runner-Up: Sam Hazell
The carnival would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of many individuals.
A big thank you goes to Mrs. Kilby and her team of parent and sta helpers, as well as Leann Logan at the pool, for their e orts in making the day a resounding success. Congratulations to all our students who participated, and a special shout-out to our champions and runners-up!
Schools from our district came together in Grenfell on Wednesday for the district carnival.
■ More photos on page 15
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