TOP TWO DAYS AT GYMKHANA AND SHOWJUMPING AFTERNOON
ON Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13 the Grenfell Pony Club hosted the Zone 2 Gymkhana and Showjumping afternoon which had a large amount of riders from around the region.
This is the first gymkhana held in Grenfell since 2010 and was well received with fantastic weather.
Fourteen riders from varying clubs competed in the rescue relay and six bar competition on the Saturday afternoon.
On Sunday, the Grenfell Pony Club had 55 riders, from 10 different clubs and three zones attend the Gymkhana.
Riders participated in ring events, showjumping, dressage and sporting.
Grenfell Pony Club would like to thank the many volunteers that made the weekend possible: the judges, stewards, pencillers, canteen helpers and men on the barbecue, who helped the event run smoothly.
Grenfell Pony Club’s Secretary Ashleigh Liebick said they are thankful to Zone 2 for allowing them to host this event and helping Grenfell Pony Club every step of the way.
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Focus on Taylor Park
Development set to proceed at Taylor Park with funding for stage two announced
By BRENDAN MCCOOL
DURING Weddin Shire Council ‘s ordinary monthly meeting on October 17, Council voted to endorse the full implementation of the Taylor Park master plan.
Councillors were informed about the latest developments in the Taylor Park project and noted the successful application for funding for
stage 2 of the project has been received in order to complete stage 1 and stage 2 of the Taylor Park Master Plan.
Director Corporate Services John Thompson said the purpose of the report was to inform Council and give an update on the successful application of the stage two of Taylor Park master plan. The funding source is currently
under embargo, Mr Thompson said, but they are hoping that will become publicly available soon.
The master plan has had a large amount of community consultation early in 2023, which included feedback from schools, and community members through community engagement sessions and online surveys.
Mr Thompson said once they
appointed the project manager and the consultant it became clear that there was more required than just providing an inclusive playground.
Mr Thompson said they needed to undertake an approach that looked at the park as a whole making sure every everyone had safe access to all facilities at the park, including bathrooms and
other public facilities.
Mr Thompson said features in the park such as the ramps and pathways were no longer meeting Australian standards, which then required the full park master plan and was quite a big process to make the whole space fully inclusive, compliant to regulations and usable.
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Willa and Allie Makin, Georgia Conron, Adelaide Conron, and Ava Baker were ready for the Zone 2 Gymkhana and Showjumping afternoon. PHOTO: supplied
Busy start to term for Quandialla Public
QUANDIALLA PUBLIC SCHOOL’S NEWSLETTER for Term 4, Week 1
Relieving Principal’s Report
Welcome back everybody. We hope everyone has had an enjoyable and relaxing break. As always, Term 4 is a busy one with swimming, School Spectacular and end of year events. Term 4 is also off to a busy start, with a number of events within the first few weeks.
Please keep an eye out for any notes or notices.
Staffing in Term 4 With the impending arrival of the twins, Mr Pudya is taking some part time parental leave in Term 4.
The primary class will be largely unaffected.
Mr Pudya and Miss Bradley will continue to team teach on Mondays and Tuesdays with Miss Bradley, Mrs Millar, Mrs Day and Mrs Dixon sharing the remaining teaching load as per usual.
On Mr Pudya’s leave days, Miss Stanbridge will step in as relieving principal.
We also welcome Mrs Ingold to our team this term.
Mrs Ingold will be joining us on Thursday’s, covering Mr Pudya and working in a variety of roles. P.&C. Fundraiser
A big thank you to all parents and students who volunteered their time at the Bribbaree Show.
Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated.
School hats: With the weather warming up, we ask that students please have their school hats every day. These are required to be worn every recess, lunch, sport and any other outdoor activities.
Please ensure hats are well labelled with student names. If you need a new school hat, they are available from the office for $12.50.
MusicaViva: Monday Week
2 MusicaViva will be coming to Quandialla next week with a brand new performance. The performance is at the Quandi Hall with Bribbaree and Caragabal joining to view the performance.
Parents and community members are also most welcome to attend this performance.
Arabin Cup: Tee Ball postponed - Thursday Week 2. Due to poor weather forecast
for Friday the organisers have chosen to postpone the Arabin Cup until today, Thursday, October 24.
Boorowa Touch Carnival - Friday Week 2 We have nominated a combined team with Caragabal Public School to participate in the Boorowa Touch Football carnival. Students will be travelling by bus.
Kind regards, BRADY PUDYA Relieving Principal
Caragabal Public welcomes new staff member
CARAGABAL PUBLIC SCHOOL
NEWSLETTER for Term 4, Week 1
From MS SANDERSON
Welcome to Term 4, and a warm welcome to Mrs. G (Fiona Gregory)! We’re thrilled to have you on our team!
We have an exciting and busy term ahead, with events like Music Viva, Kindy orientation, the 2-6 camp, and intensive swimming, just to name a few!
Here’s an update for Term 4: Mrs. Mitton will be with us on Wednesdays and Thursdays, while Mr. Cutler will join us on Fridays to conduct some science and technology classes for our studentssomething new and engaging!
Ms. Marie will continue to support us all, and Mia will be in the office. Let’s make it a great term. I’m looking forward to my new role as teaching principal this term and am eager for all the learning opportunities ahead.
A little bit about Ms G (Fiona Gregory)
t’s lovely to be working at Caragabal Public School for Term 4, 2024. My name is Fiona Gregory and I began my teaching career way back in 1990. I have worked in both Queensland and New South Wales, and I have taught in both public and private systems.
I got my start in small schools
in Prenzlau, Ipswich, Harrisville, Eton North and Mirani.
Like Nelson Mandela, I believe that “education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” I value fairness, integrity and curiosity in my classroom.
I am passionate about literature, geography, history, languages, the environment, and social justice.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, our many pets, bird watching, reading, crafting, travelling and photography.
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Focus on Taylor Park
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He noted the Eastern end of the park will remain the formal end with minimal works to that end and works been undertaken in the eastern end have been mainly to the pathways to make sure they comply with Australian standards and offer more accessibility.
The western end of the park will have the new inclusive playground.
The rose garden in front of the toilets will have to be removed to allow for the proper grading of the accessible pathway.
Where possible, the roses will be replanted in the rose garden in the eastern end of the park.
A report went to the October 2023 meeting, Mr Thompson said, with a resolution to endorse the master plan, noting that the accept stage one and proceed when the funding and consideration of stage two came through.
This was put out to public exhibition, with four submissions received by council and taken into account.
Mr Thompson said this came back to the Council meeting in December 2023 and passed, with Conuncil then moving ahead with the application for funding.
Mr Thompson said there’s been good news on that front and the council is very pleased.
“We believe that it’s sufficient now because we can do the the two stages together, there’ll be some synergy there [and] some financial savings there,” he said.
Mr Thompson said they are confident they now have the funding to complete the plans for the park as per the master plan that was put up and accepted by Council.
The first round of funding amounted to $629, 797 and was funded by the Department of Regional NSW through their Stronger Country Community Fund round 5.
Stage one has commenced to some extent, but with news further funding has been allocated to the project, work on both stages can fully commence.
Councillor Paul Best said he would like to pass on his congratulations to the staff for such a good job.
Councillor John Niven asked if the rotunda would be maintained as it is.
Acting General Manager Luke Sheehan said there was some allocation in the funding to look at the rotunda to see what they need to do with maintenance around it, but they wouldn’t be altering it.
“There’s a few parts of that building that need some love and attention,” he said.
Mr Sheehan said there would be some allocation to the rotunda to do some repair work to it.
Councillor Chad White asked if the public would still be able to access the toilet and other facilities, as the park is such a public place and the public toilet accessed quite a lot.
Mr Sheehan said the main construction for the inclusive Adventure Playground is up the Western end, so they should be able to keep the bottom end largely untouched particularly access to the toilet.
However there may be some times when access to the toilets may be impacted when they do the pathways to the toilets and the rose garden area.
Mr Sheehan said they will be trying to keep that to a minimum.
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Western NSW Local Health District’s Ashley (left) and Kelly (right) were welcomed by Clementine, Jane and Isabella at a visit during their breakfast club program.
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Grenfell and community to pause and remember
THE Grenfell RSL Sub-Branch will be conducting the Remembrance Day Commemorative Service and post service drinks and finger food on Monday November 11.
The post service drinks and Grenfell Cadet of the Year is open to all members of the public.
Members of the public are invited/ encouraged to lay a wreath.
The details of the service are as follows:
Remembrance Day Commemorative Service will commence at 1045Hrs (10.45am) at Memorial Park: and will include; cadet catafalque party, Last Post and Ode, commemorative song sung live by Belinda Day, Wreath laying ceremony (public invited to lay a wreath), readings by Grenfell Schools and Nation Anthem sung live by Belinda Day.
The Remembrance Day/ Cadet of the year post service drinks
with finger food will follow at the Grenfell Bowling Club dining room at 12.30 Hrs (12.30pm), cost $15p/p food only, pay on the day. RSVP essential by Friday, November 1 via grenfellsb@rslnsw. org.au
Remembrance Day is one of the most important days on our commemorative calendar.
It’s a day when we acknowledge those who died or suffered while serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations.
Remembrance Day is held on November 11 each year.
This is the anniversary of the Armistice that ended fighting with Germany in World War I.
People in Australia and many other countries observe one minute’s silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month because that’s when the Armistice came into effect.
It’s a time to honour our service personnel who died or suffered in service of Australia.
Volunteers at the heart as Historical Society
By PETER MITTON
ANOTHER year has passed and the Museum continues to serve the community.
Firstly, l’d like to take this moment to reflect on the sad news of the passing of long serving member Bruce Robinson.
Bruce a past president and life member contributed so much to the museum from his knowledge of the Bimbi and Quandialla, the books he wrote about these areas Seaton farm and the Weddin Mountains. Our condolence goes out to his wife Alice and family.
On a happier note, another longtime member and contributor Dot Lambkin has just celebrated her 100th birthday.
Once again with just a small number of volunteers the society has continued to keep the doors of the museum open.
The hailstorm on Christmas day caused the museum to flood and much unwanted work and expense for the society and members with the museum having to be closed to the public.
Lifting displays drying of the carpet and objects that were on the floor took a considerable amount of time. With the hard work and
Red Cross branch to host Melbourne Cup function
THE Australian Red Cross Grenfell Branch will be hosting a Melbourne Cup afternoon tea at the Grenfell County Club on Tuesday November 5 commencing at 1.30pm.
Tickets, $15 each may be pre-purchases at Scope in Main St or at the door on the day. Ev
eryone is welcome.
There will be prizes for the Best Hat and Fasinator, lucky door prizes as well as the sweep on the Cup.
Come along with friends enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, have fun and support our local Red Cross Branch at this great event.
reflects on year
long hours spent by members and volunteers the museum finally was dried out enabling the museum to be reopened.
Thank you to everyone that helped in this process.
Again, the hard-working Monday team has continued to work on cataloguing the collection into Mosaic along with digitally scanning the photo collection and renumbering and organising the museum library.
As always, we continue to receive
donations of varying objects into the collection which is always welcome.
Finding space to store or display these items is becoming an issue, but they are always appreciated, and I thank the people who have donated items.
With the funding received through a grant from the government, via Michael McCormack and a council trust fund we were able to replace the front windows and security screens.
Mark Telfer, the builder who undertook this project, has done a fantastic job with very little inconvenience to the museum.
As technology improves, the museum has too with the purchase of a Square ETFPOS terminal, an upgrade of the security system to 4G, a new book scanner and a few other items in the pipeline.
Another milestone for the museum was the celebration of our 60th, celebrating with an afternoon
tea and the screening of some of the society films. Thank you to all the people who were involved in making this event happen. Thanks, must also go to the Grenfell Dramatic Society for allowing us to use their rooms at no charge.
A disappointing note was the damage to the museum by vandals which is now being dealt with by the courts and police.
Finally, l’d like to thank all those people who have helped in any way to keep the museum open especially the out of hours opening. I know by naming people l’ll miss someone but: Fred and your can collecting; The Monday crew; Keith and Allen for overseeing the build; Jason and Fiona for the photo scanning; Di and Hugh for the hub display and publicity; Jill, Hugh and everyone else that helped them on weekends to open the museum; Col for taking meeting minutes and sending them out; Penny as treasurer and now Square expert
To all the people who have helped with research. This has become a big part of museum business with many people now researching their family history. A big thank you must go to Jill for all the work she does with Mosaic research and opening the museum on weekends.
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Board Members Application for Appointment
Grenfell Showground Land Manager
Applications are sought for appointment as Board members of the above mentioned Statutory Land Manager of Reserve No.
on
27-Jun-1924 for Public Recreation, Showground, Reserve No. 47889 at
Agricultural Hall. The term of appointment will be for a period not exceeding 5 years. Term of appointment will expire on 28-Feb-2030.
Successful applicants will be responsible for the care, control and management of the reserve(s) in a voluntary capacity. Application for membership can be made via portal.crownland.nsw.gov.au
All applications are required to be lodged by 21 November 2024
For further information contact: Natalie Wilkinson on (02) 6391 3674 or visit reservemanager.crownland.nsw.gov.au LT0012
Another year has passed and the Museum continues to serve the community.
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Looking back at 50 years of the Grenfell Christian Bookshop
By ANNE GAULT
I HAD hoped to re-publish the report of the official opening of the Grenfell Christian Bookshop fifty years ago but a search of the Grenfell Record revealed nothing so it must have just opened for business without fanfare.
But a week earlier on page 2 of the October 18 edition the following was published reminding the community of
Grenfell Dramatic Society looks to next year’s productions
By STEPEN GRIFFIN
the impending opening and outlining the vision of the organisers …
“CHRISTIAN LITERATURE
“On October 25th a new shop will open in Grenfell, a new venture for the town, and one which it is hoped will bring lasting benefit to the community.
“Situated at 50 Main Street, opposite the Record office, the Grenfell Christian Bookshop is being organised and run by the women
of our local churches.
“Seeking to promote the sale and distribution of Christian literature on a strictly non-denominational basis, it will stock Bibles, devotional books and aids, books to help and uplift as well as cards, stationery, children’s books, etc., all aimed at proclaiming the Christian message to people of all ages.
“The shop will open each Friday from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, staffed by voluntary
workers from local church women’s groups.
“It is hoped that everyone will visit the shop, if only out of curiosity. They will be sure of a warm welcome.”
The raison d’etre remains the same fifty years on but the shop has moved to the shop next door (52 Main Street), men are now included in the roster, opening hours have expanded and there are more gift lines.
The current committee re-
iterate the invitation in the last paragraph. Another reason to visit is an influx of new stock in recent weeks.
A reminder about the celebratory afternoon tea for all past and present volunteers this Saturday, October 26, at 2.00 for 2.30 pm in the Uniting Church Hall.
It will be a time of fellowship, reminiscing and thanking God and all our volunteers for keeping the shop functioning for fifty years.
AS we head towards the end of 2024, members of the Grenfell Dramatic Society are busy looking at possible scripts for next year’s stage productions at the Little Theatre in Rose Street.
Last Monday the group read “ Midsummer’s Murder “. Next Monday the readings will be three or four One Act plays. On Monday, November 4 two small stage musicals will be read and discussed.
On Monday, November 11 the group will discuss two comedy scripts. The readings will begin at 7.30pm each Monday night.
Following these readings, the group will decide on the productions they hope to stage throughout 2025.
Adults interested in community theatre - either performing on stage or helping out back stage are encouraged to come along and join the fun. Direct any enquiries to Stephen Griffin 6343 7122.
LOCAL STUDENT RECEIVES
CONTRIBUTED
GRACE Kelly, daughter of Jennifer and Steven Kelly has received the 2024 Audi Foundation-CEF Alumni Award for Young Achiever.
This is a national award that recognises young people who are passionate about their career and who are determined to make a difference in the early stages of their career.
After completing a nursing rotation in Walgett, Grace is now a valued part of a dedicated midwifery team at Dubbo Base Hospital, playing a vital role in supporting families and babies, including those who travel from remote areas of NSW to access reliable health care.
This is the second year a Grenfell CEF recipient has been awarded the Audi Foundation Young Achiever.
Chloe Wilson, daughter of Belinda and Anthony Wilson
was the recipient of the same award in 2023.
Previously, Heather Walker received the Audi Foundation Rising Star Award and in 2023 received the Galah Student and Alumni Photography Prize.
Wendy Mason, the CEO of The Country Education Foundation, said the achievements of this year’s recipients are inspirational.
“Every day, I am blown away by the achievements of our students and alumni, with the recipients of this year’s awards no exception,” Wendy said.
“The commitment towards their education and career goals and dedication of their communities, is nothing short of extraordinary. We celebrate these students and alumni, but also the CEF local foundations who believed in their aspirations from the very beginning,” she said.
Weddin Shire Council hosts first ordinary monthly meeting
By BRENDAN McCOOL
WEDDIN Shire Council have hosted their first ordinary monthly meeting for this term on Thursday, October 17.
During the meeting, the Council listened to and received the state of our shire report within the General Manager’s report.
The state of our shire report provided an overview of the Council’s activities over the last term and outlined the key achievements, challenges, and future priorities for the Shire.
Acting General Manager Luke Sheehan read through the report to the Council and the progress of Council’s outcomes and the priorities, challenges and opportunities which may face the Council in the future.
Mr Sheehan said some of the achievements highlighted in the state of the shire report from the previous Council included the the light up the night event, some major
road upgrades and the launching of the Weddin Mountains Region tourism rebranding and the Main Street upgrade.
He said other achievements included the upgrades to the Quandialla Swimming Pool amenities, a new sewerage treatment plant that was built which was mostly funded by the government.
One of the most important things for Weddin Shire, Mr Sheehan said, was the signing of the tripartite agreement which has the aim of limiting the financial implications on Council as a result of natural disaster and the funding model that Council currently has.
“We’re trying to be less out of pocket in terms of all those road works that we have to head off and do,” he said.
Mr Sheahan said it was worth noting many of those achievements of the previous Council were completed during that disruptive period of covid and also the flooding faced by the region.
Some of the key challenges highlighted in the state of the shire report include thinking about financial sustainability, along with waste management with the two rural tips and the main tip and the obligations put on Council by the state government and EPA.
Mr Sheehan said they have aging Council assets and buildings they are going to have to look at, as well as aging plant, Fleet and machinery that we’re going to need to start to look at and replace as well.
He said they also need to complete the works which were associated with the natural disaster funding that they’ve been doing over the last couple of years.
Councillor Paul Best said the only comment he would make, being on the previous Council, the impact the flooding in in 2022 has had on Council and the Shire has been significant.
“It might have just been a $50 million impact on our roads but it’s impacted the
council and the staff,” he said.
“The amount of time that’s been involved and all the staff in trying to secure that funding and trying to do the plan and as well it’s slowed everything down because the staff is so busy and focused on trying to get that money and trying to get that infrastructure fixed.
“It’s had such a tight grip on our finances and I think that’s had had the biggest impact,” Cr Best said.
It has been two years since the flooding, Cr Best said and they’re still not halfway complete and he doesn’t think that is good enough.
Cr Best said this is not through Council staff, but through the state government and other avenues which need to look at smaller shires and ask how they can help.
Councillor Colleen Gorman said largely the community as a whole are concerned about roads and it could be helpful if community mem-
bers know there’s timelines between getting approval for repairs and getting the money for the repairs which would allow repair work to begin and that there is a difference between the emergency repair and the full repair work.
Anthony Prpic, Acting Director of Infrastructure Services, said there is a strict process of Transport for New South Wales makes all councils abide by and the first one is the emergency works when a disaster hits, they are able to do some repairs to the road network and that is not so strictly looked at financially.
“But the problem with with with our Council was that if you’re struggling for money from the start you haven’t got the money there to be able to jump straight into repairing things as as as you could,” he said.
“Therefore the delays that that’s then associated with the repair works that is the next stage of of funding that
goes into the the ladder there um is more strictly controlled.”
Mr Prpic said because they did not have the finances at the time to attack the other roads, small councils don’t have the money at hand to fund their own work - though the critical state and regional roads were focused on first, with local roads still suffering. The state and federal governments have realised this to some extent, he said, which is how the tripartite agreement was developed which gives up to 20 percent of the funding needed up front which allows council to begin the design work and initial planning.
Mr Sheehan said the tripartite agreement is a big thing and a tremendous help for the Council.
In terms of timelines, Mr Shheehan said they provide updates regularly and have the roads and packages listed and where each package is up to.
The Grenfell Christian Bookshop celebrated 50 years of operation.
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Grace Kelly with co-workers Tee Sibanda and Marlise Jones. Grace received the 2024 Audi Foundation -CEF Alumni Award for Young Achiever. PHOTO: Supplied
DATES TO NOTE
WEDDIN SHIRE COUNCIL
CAMP STREET, GRENFELL NSW 2810 PHONE: 6343 1212
Thursday 24 October 2024 - RSL Veteran Raffle
Friday 25 October 2024 - Recycling Collection | East
Friday 25 October 2024 - St Joseph’s Parish | Street Stall
Saturday 26 October 2024 - St Joseph’s Parish | Street Stall
Monday 28 October 2024 - Recycling Collection | West
Wednesday 30 October 2024 - Garbage Collection | Villages
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, nutrientrich 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.
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING & ASSESSMENT ACT 1979
DA 34/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-465519)
Council has received an Application for the Continue use of the shipping container structure on site on LOT: 1 DP: 965493, known as 14 South Street GRENFELL NSW 2810. Inspection: Development Application (DA) 34/2024 for the Continue use of the shipping container structure on site may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 17 October 2024 to 31 October 2024.
DA 31/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-454239)
Council has received an Application for a Demolition of Shed located at the rear of LOT: 6 DP: 449868, known as 110 Main Street GRENFELL NSW 2810. Inspection: Development Application (DA) 31/2024 for a Demolition of Shed may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 17 October 2024 to 7 November 2024.
DA 33/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-459178)
Council has received an Application to replace a 15,000L aboveground fuel tank with 33,000L aboveground fuel tank on on LOT: 2 DP: 352088, known as 83 Camp Street GRENFELL NSW 2810.
Inspection: Development Application (DA) 33/2024 to replace a 15,000L aboveground fuel tank with
WEBSITE: www.weddin.nsw.gov.au
33,000L aboveground fuel tank may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 17 October 2024 to 7 November 2024.
DA 35/2024, (NSW Planning Portal No: PAN-469095)
Council has received an Application for Minor building alterations (external) and installation of Art Mural on LOT: 1 Sec: 19 DP: 758473, known as 80-84 Main Street GRENFELL NSW 2810.
Inspection: Development Application (DA) 35/2024 for Minor building alterations (external) and installation of Art Mural may be viewed online through the NSW Planning portal from 24 October 2024 to 20 November 2024.
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 QUOTE
Council wishes to advise they are seeking quotes for the following:
• RFQ 17/2024 | Specification for Building Work in the Grenfell Community Hub | Closes 5:00pm | 1 November 2024 Further information can be obtained from Council’s website https://www.weddin.nsw.gov.au/Council/TendersQuotations-and-Expressions-of-Interest
COUNCIL | POSITION VACANT
SENIOR PROJECT/WORKS ENGINEER - Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified and/or experienced staff to meet Council’s operational plan requirements for the position of Senior Project/Works Engineer, Permanent/Fulltime. Essential requirements for the role are Civil Engineering Degree, Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or demonstrated equivalent works experience ideally gained in a Local Government environment, White Card, C Class Driver’s Licence or above, Post Graduate qualifications. Applications close 5:00pm, Thursday 7 November 2024. Further information can be found at: https://www.weddin.nsw.gov.au/Council/AboutOur-Organisation/Employment
BOARD MEMBERS APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
GRENFELL SHOWGROUND LAND MANAGER
Applications are sought for appointment as Board members of the above mentioned
Statutory Land Manager of Reserve No. Reserve No. 57168 at Grenfell notified on 27-Jun-1924 for Public Recreation, Showground, Reserve No. 47889 at Grenfell notified on 19Jun-1912 for Agricultural Hall. The term of appointment will be for a period not exceeding 5 years.
Term of appointment will expire on 28-Feb-2030. Successful applicants will be responsible for the care, control and management of the reserve(s) in a voluntary capacity. Application for membership can be made via portal.crownland.nsw.gov.au
All applications are required to be lodged by 21 November 2024.
For further information contact: Natalie Wilkinson on (02) 6391 3674 or visit reservemanager.crownland.nsw.gov.au
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
Council held its first ordinary meeting last week, the discussions were productive, with all members contributing valuable insights and feedback on various initiatives. Council noted the state of the shire report which is an interesting read for anyone wanting an overview of the previous councils term and their achievements, it also outlines future challenges for the new councillors. Some interesting figures contained within: that 75.9% of residents own their own houses outright or with a mortgage compared with the state average of 64%. Also, rental prices in our shire sit $222 less per week than the states average.
Council decided to go ahead with stages 1 and 2 of the Taylor Park master plan which includes the inclusive playground and improvements to the accessibility to the park and facilities. Councils staff should be commended as they were successful in securing extra funding of $592,318.00 to complete the second stage. Completing both stages together will increase financial efficiencies for the project. Information about this project including the master plan can be found on councils website.
There was productive discussion regarding line marking in Main Street. Councillors were pleased to learn that the pedestrian crossing will be remarked once the subcontracting line markers return to complete the roundabout markings. This update underscores our commitment to enhancing safety and accessibility for all pedestrians in our community.
In addition, I am excited to announce that we have begun the installation of the footings for the new festoon lighting posts along Main Street. These new posts have been engineered for enhanced strength and durability, as the new lights demand greater tension. This project not only beautifies our community but also enhances safety and visibility for residents and visitors alike. As we move forward with these improvements, the old posts will soon be decommissioned. I want to thank everyone for your patience and support during this transition.
Paul Best MAYOR
TOP TWO DAYS AT GYMKHANA AND SHOWJUMPING AFTERNOON
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“We would also like to thank our many sponsors who supported our Age champion awards and raffle prizes, Conron Store, 2nd Chance Saddlery, Delta Ag, Dara pastoral Co, and Mawhoods IGA Grenfell,” she said.
“Congratulations to Young Pony Club for winning the best presented club in the march past, the prize being a gift voucher to 2nd Chance saddlery donated by Zone 2.” In a post to Facebook, Zone 2 president Antonia Brown congratulated all riders, saying the were all fantastic. Ms Brown also thanked everyone who helped on the day and thanked the sponsers for all of their support.
The winners included: Young Pony Club Inc - March Past Winners. Age Champions: Under 9
Champion - Elsie - Forbes Runner-up - HarrietHarden 9 to Under 11
Champion - EmersynCowra Runner-up - Caitlin - Forbes 11 to Under 13
Champion - Halle - Harden Runner-up -BethanyForbes 13 to Under 15
Champion - Cady - Young Runner-up - Emma - Harden 15 to Under 17
Champion - LaurenCarcoar Runner-up - Pheobe - Young 17 to Under 26
Champion - StephanieCarcoar Runner-up - Claire - Young
Ava Baker was ready to compete in the Zone 6 gymkhana. PHOTO: Supplied
Adelaide Conron on Blue boy. PHOTO: Supplied
Annabelle Randall competed with her horse Jack Jack. PHOTO: supplied
Georgia Conron and Willa Makin were ready for the Zone 6 gymkhana. PHOTO: supplied
Huey, Allie and Willa Makin were ready to compete. PHOTO: Supplied
All the clubs in a troop line.
PHOTO: Jenny Armstrong
Young Pony Club won the march past. PHOTO: supplied
The top riders in each age category were named the age champions. PHOTO: supplied
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
3 What is a period set aside for riotous merrymaking (8)
7 Which term describes a scarcity or scant supply (6)
8 What might we call one who accedes to belligerent demands (8)
9 Name a renowned US evangelist, Billy ... (6)
10 Which dish consists of eggs, beaten and fried, and often served folded round other ingredients (8)
11 What are disembodied spirits of dead persons (6)
14 When one decorates, one does what (6)
17 What do we call an official such as an ambassador (8)
18 In World War II, what did we call those countries that fought against the Axis and Japan (6)
19 What is a model or pattern to be copied or imitated (8)
20 Papa Nui is the name of which Pacific Island (6)
21 What are patent medicines called (8)
DOWN
1 To promise marriage, is to do what (7)
2 Name those children bereaved by the death of both parents (7)
3 What is an agile goatlike antelope (7)
4 To have teased or heckled, is to have done what (7)
5 What do we call one who calls upon another for friendly purposes (7)
6 Name another term for pantries (7)
11 Name a species of small marine or freshwater fish (7)
12 Who followed his dead wife Eurydice to Hades (7)
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
13 What is a cavalry soldier known as (7)
14 Name the brightest star in the zodiacal constellation Scorpius (7)
15 What is a tapering, foursided shaft of stone (7)
16 What are agents of retribution (7)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 APPETENT (a) Eagerly desirous (b) Belonging to (c) Annexed
2 BURGEE (a) A freeman or citizen of a borough (b) A swallow-tailed flag or pennant (c) A sailor’s dish of boiled oatmeal
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:
April 25th: ... Day (5)
Closed street: cul-de-... (3)
Condemns (5)
Doctor (coll) (3)
Earth/sky boundary (7)
In name only (7)
Man-made waterway (5)
Paratroopers (abb) (5)
Price On Application (3) Sun (3)
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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. Cox Plate Day and Spring Champion Stakes Day. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. 7.30 MOVIE: The Woman King. (2022) Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu. 10.20 MOVIE: Flatliners. (2017) Elliot Page. 12.35 Late Programs.
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2.00 AFL Women’s. GWS v Fremantle. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Bargain Hunt. 5.30 Cox Plate Day and Spring Champion Stakes Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Highland Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. Qualifying and support races. 3.30 Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. Pre-race and race 21. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Storage Wars. 8.00 AFL Women’s. Week 9. Essendon v Richmond. 10.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Bondi Vet. 4.00 First Dates UK. 5.00 Australia’s Got Talent. 6.15 MOVIE: The Next Karate Kid. (1994) 8.30 MOVIE: The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty. (2013) Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Jon Daly. 10.45 MOVIE: The Aftermath. (2019) 1.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 America, Are You Ok? 3.00 News.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The Story Of Love. (2022) 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 David Attenborough’s Planet Earth III. 8.40 MOVIE: Olympus Has Fallen. (2013) Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, Aaron Eckhart. 11.00 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. 11.50 Tipping Point. 12.40 Pointless. 1.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Please Turn Over. (1959) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Antiques Downunder. 8.30 MOVIE: Rain Man. (1988) 11.15 Late Programs.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Australia’s Got Talent. 2.20 Dancing With The Stars: All Stars. 4.00 MOVIE: A Hidden Life. (2019) 7.30 MOVIE: Yesterday. (2019) Himesh Patel. 10.00 MOVIE: The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society. (2018) 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00
Queensland Votes: Election Results Live. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. Final. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Motor Racing. Hi-Tec Oils Super Series. 5.00 Wonders Of
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 MOVIE: The Day The Earth Caught Fire. (1961) 4.30 C’ships. Women’s. Fiji v Cook Islands.
6.45 7.00 M*A*S*H. 7.30 MOVIE: Hang ’Em High. (1968) 9.50 MOVIE: Lawman. (1971) 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs.
2.30 Escape To The Country.
3.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 AFL Women’s. Brisbane v Sydney. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 The Thief, His Wife And The Canoe. 10.30 Late Programs.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Red’s Fishing Adventures. 1.30 Cricket. Women’s BBL. Strikers v Heat. 5.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 2. Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Sixers. 8.30 MOVIE: White House Down. (2013) Channing Tatum. 11.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 Poh’s Kitchen. 2.45 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. 3.15 Long Lost Family. 4.00 Restoration Australia. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 Grand Designs Australia. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Fisk. 8.30 Plum. 9.25 I Was Actually There. 10.00 You Can’t Ask That. 11.00 Miniseries: Marriage. 12.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.25 Ben And Holly’s Little Kingdom. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.30 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania. (2022) 8.50 MOVIE: Nancy Drew And The Hidden Staircase. (2019) 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 2023 Melbourne Cup Official Film. 11.30 Fishing Australia. 12.00 Drive TV. 12.30 The Pet Rescuers. 1.00 Rugby League.
2. New Zealand v Australia. 3.30 Rugby League.
2. New Zealand v Australia. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 9News Late. 10.10 See No Evil. 11.10 The First 48. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Clever. 10.00 Holistic Living. 10.50 Farmer Wants A Wife. 12.30 Home And Away. 3.15 To Be Advised. 5.15 Wild Tokyo. 6.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. 1.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 1.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 2.00 My Market Kitchen. 2.30 Basketball. NBL. Sydney Kings v NZ Breakers. 4.30 Luxury Escapes. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 The Dog House Australia. 8.00 The Graham Norton Show. 9.10 FBI. Return. 10.10 FBI: International. 11.00 The Sunday Project. 12.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 What’s Up Down Under. 1.30 Diagnosis Murder. 2.25 Dessert Masters. 3.35 Destination Dessert. 4.00 IFISH. 4.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 6. Melbourne United v Cairns Taipans. 6.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 Bull. 12.15 Late Programs. 6.00 Becker.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Aust Story. 3.00 News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline. 5.00 News With Auslan. 5.30 News Regional. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Secret Science. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Insiders. 8.30 America, Are You Ok? 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Aust Story. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 MOVIE: Murphy’s War. (1971) 3.40 MOVIE: The Secret Of Santa Vittoria. (1969) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Under Siege 2. (1995) Steven Seagal, Eric Bogosian, Katherine Heigl. 10.30 Chicago Med. 11.30 Late Programs.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The high standards you set for yourself don’t always translate into the behavior you expect from others. A relationship problem can be resolved if you’re more flexible and less judgmental.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Not enough party bids to satisfy the Bovine’s fun-loving side this week? Go ahead and throw one of your own. Then prepare for some serious work coming up early next week.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A new and intensely productive cycle kicks in on the 30th. Be careful not to get too stressed out, though. Make time to restore your energy by relaxing with family and friends.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) This could be a good time to share some of your plans with those closest to you. Their comments could give you some added insight into how you might accomplish your goals.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) An attack of self-doubt might be unsettling for the usually super-assured Feline. But it could be your inner voice telling you to hold off on implementing your plans until you’ve reassessed them.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This is a great time for you to reward yourself for all your hard work, specifically by taking a trip you haven’t spent months carefully planning to somewhere you never thought you’d be going. Embrace spontaneity!
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Some misunderstandings resist being resolved, but your sincerity in wanting to soothe those hurt feelings wins the day. By month’s end, a relationship should begin to show signs of healing.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A hectic job schedule begins to ease by the end of the month -- just in time to blow off all that work-generated steam on Halloween. Meanwhile, a family situation runs into an unexpected complication.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A cutting remark in the workplace needs to be handled with finesse. Remember, how you respond could determine the depth of support you gain from colleagues.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Once again, that Capricornean stubborn streak sets in and could keep you from getting much-needed advice. Fortunately, it lifts by next week, just in time for you to make an informed decision.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A surprise trip early in the week could lead to other unexpected offers when you return. Word to the wise: Avoid talking too much about this until you’ve made some decisions.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Learning dominates the week for perspicacious Pisceans who are always looking to widen their range of knowledge. Looking ahead, a series of important joblinked commitments begins next week.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Great Scenic Railway Journeys. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 ER. 2.50 Doctor Who. 3.40 Fresh
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 2.05 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. 9.10 The Rookie. 10.10 S.W.A.T. 11.10 The Latest: Seven News. 11.40 Lopez Vs. Lopez. 12.40 Miniseries: Deadline Gallipoli. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise 5am News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Rides Down Under. 2.30 Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. 4.30 Talking W. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 8.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.30 Bamazon. 10.30 Late Programs.
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6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Love Island Australia. Return. 9.55 Love Cheats. New. 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 The Brokenwood Mysteries. 1.05 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Late Programs.
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MythBusters. 10.05 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Always Listening. 2.45 The Power Of Pop Choir. 3.40 The Cook Up. 4.10 Luke Nguyen’s India. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Iconic Australia. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Lease Of Life. (1954) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Good Karma Hospital. 9.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.55 Doctor Who. 3.45 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Merlin. 6.10 Car S.O.S. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.15 Fisk. 9.40 Friday Night Dinner. 10.05 Late Programs.
6.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Border Security: International. 2.10 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. 9.05 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. 10.05 Behind Behani. 11.05 The Latest: Seven News. 11.35 Chicago Fire. 12.35 Your Money & Your Life. 1.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Big Rig Bounty Hunters. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Tony Armstrong’s Extra-Ordinary Things. Final. 2.00 Brush With Fame. 2.30 Space 22. 3.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 3.30 Love Your Garden. 4.15 Grand Designs. 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 9.00 Louis Theroux Interviews... 9.50 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 10.20 Kitchen Cabinet. 10.50 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.40 Peter Rabbit. 5.20 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.05 Kangaroo Beach. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 Little Lunch. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.25 Deadly 60. 8.55 Whale With Steve Backshall. 9.45 Doctor Who. 10.35 Merlin. 11.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.35 Border Security: International. 2.05 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 Lawrence Mooney: Embracing Your Limitations. 10.00 Australia: Now And Then. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Chicago Fire. 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Cities Of The Underworld. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Love Island Australia. 9.50 True Story With Hamish & Andy. 10.50 9News Late. 11.20 Transplant. 12.10 Tipping Point. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Buffy The Vampire Slayer. 3.00 To Be Advised. 4.40 Glee. 5.30 The Goldbergs. 6.00 Modern Family. 6.25 First Dates UK. 8.35 MOVIE: Paul Blart: Mall Cop. (2009) Kevin James, Keir O’Donnell, Jayma Mays. 10.30 The Goldbergs. 11.30 Late Programs.
7.30 7.30. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 ABC Nightly News. 10.15 Four Corners. 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Paramedics. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.40 Listing Melbourne. 9.55 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.05 Hello SA. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 MOVIE: Paul Blart: Mall Cop. (2009) 3.00 Jabba’s Movies. 3.30 Bondi Vet. 4.30 Glee. 5.30 The Goldbergs. 6.00 Modern Family. 6.25 First Dates UK. 8.35 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. 9.35 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. 11.35 Late Programs.
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BEACH, Joan Wilma (nee Elder) 23.5.1933 – 1.10.2024
Late of Bathurst and formerly of “Jungara” Grenfell.
Beloved wife of the late David Beach.
Dearly loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Helen and Ian. Cherished grandmother to David and Georgia. Privately interred. She will be loved and remembered always.
~FUNERAL NOTICE~
The relatives & friends of the late Alan Charles Knight Aged 85 yrs of Young Street Grenfell. Loved Husband of Margaret & the late Pamela Knight. Loved Father of Leonard, Terry, Lyn, Shane (dec’d), Anthony, Jodie & Brett. Loving Grandad & Great Grandad of their children.
Are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service to be held at The Grenfell Uniting Church Commencing at 11am Monday 28th October 2024 followed by interment in the lawn portion of the Grenfell cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made at the church to Grenfell Can-Assist
MICHAEL HANLEY’S FAMILY
Independent Funerals and Cremations Services of Forbes, Parkes and District 02 6852 1961 ALL HOURS
Woodbridge returns to Grenfell
Lawson Oval hosting women’s rugby league Sunday
A two week break from football and down on troops it was little wonder the Woodbridge Opens ladies tackle side was slow out of the blocks in their first game since September 28 when they took on Lachlan in Forbes on Sunday.
Trailing early Woodbridge fought back with tries to the flying Taliah Williams, fullback Emilie Browne and Olivia Parrish to record a 18-10 win.
All three tries were converted by Charlotte Burling.
Lachlan’s points came from tries to Teagan Smede and Hannah Demamiel, one of which was converted by Smede.
Already without NSW Country player of the year Alicia Earsman, Woodbridge are now without five-eighth Stacey Nobes for the remainder of the season.
“We were down 6-0, we didn’t complete our sets, turned the ball over and gave away field position,” Woodbridge coach Jack Nobes said after the match.
“It was a disappointing start but with two weeks off you can’t expect miracles.”
In other senior matches last week Panorama defeated Vipers 32-12 and Goannas got home in a close encounter 24-20 against Cougars.
The weekend results see a congested competition ladder with Panorama, Vipers and Woodbridge all on eight points, two ahead of Goannas with just two rounds of the regular competition remaining.
“It’s a good spot to be in,” Nobes said.
“I still don’t think we’ve played to our full potential for enough of in our games.
“We’re just doing enough (to win), sometimes that is a good sign because when you hit your straps you are very dangerous,” he said.
“Hopefully that’s the case because there’s still a bit of improvement in the side.
This Saturday at Lawson Oval Woodbridge will host the Orange Vipers in the penultimate round of the Western Women’s Rugby League competition.
There will be five games of full contact Rugby League starting with the Under 12s at 9.30am followed by the Under 14s (10.30am), 16s (11.40am), 18s (12.50pm) and then the
day will conclude with the Opens clash starting at 2.00pm.
Gate entry is $5 Adults and $3 Pensioners, and the gate is owned and operated by the Woodbridge Cup Committee.
The final round of the competition prior to the commencement of the Semi-Finals sees the Woodies head out to Cale Oval Narromine on Saturday, November 2 to take on the Dubbo Goannas in all five grades.
The Woodbridge Under 12s can consolidate a Semi-Final spot on Saturday with a win over the Vipers.
The hosts should start slight favourites in this match having won one more match than the Vipers this season and also having the home ground advantage.
For the Under 14s to feature in this year’s Semi-Finals Saturday is a must win for them as the following week they face a tough away
game against the Goannas.
Although the Woodies will be the underdogs in this match, they have the ability and incentive to cause an upset at home.
The Vipers Under 16s have been in good form this season with a narrow loss and three big wins so it will be tough for the Woodies to knock them off on Saturday.
To make the Semis the Woodies would need to win this match and defeat the Goannas the following weekend.
The Woodies Under 18s haven’t played since September 28 due to the long weekend general bye and then the Woodbridge club bye and then last week they came up against the Lachlan club who aren’t fielding a 18s team this year.
Again, the Woodies would need to win this match and next week to make the Semis and although their only points for the season
have come from a draw their opponents have only chalked up the one victory for the season.
The Opens clash should be a ripper because there is plenty at stake with the winner not only consolidating a Semis spot but also giving themselves the chance of playing their first Semi at home.
Woodbridge will start as underdogs against the highly rated Vipers outfit on Saturday, but they have been the surprise packets this season and will be looking to cause the upset. Get down to Lawson Park this Saturday to see some entertaining Rugby League and we wish the following Grenfell girls the best of luck, Harmony Schneider and Meadow Mooney (Under 14s), Hannah Kohnen, Rachel Tomlinson, and Amber Taylor (Under 16s), Dana Yerbury (Under 18s), and Caitlin Dixon (Opens).
Family success makes a popular result at Narromine
By COLIN HODGES
Kylie Kennedy is the owner and trainer of the horse, her sister is the race club secretary, her mother tends the beautiful rose gardens, her father is a fellow trainer and her partner is the trackwork rider and racecourse curator so it was a popular result for the locals when Ready Made Doll won the feature race in front of a big crowd on Saturday at Narromine.
Halfway down the straight there were several winning chances in the 1600 metres
QUBE Agri Dandy Cup however with Georgina McDonnell in the saddle, Ready Made Doll ($21) came from last in the big field with a powerful run down the outside to score by over a length from Cheeky Nugget (Olivia Dalton, $12) and Pacific Warrior (Leeshelle Small, $7).
Georgina McDonnell is riding in great form since moving back to Dubbo with another recent feature win being on Castlebar Road in the Crystal Sprint at Coonamble.
Apprentice jockey Lauren Van Tijn who had ridden 2
winners prior to Saturday, doubled her career tally with a double, Brave Max and Loud, at Narromine.
In the opening event, the leader Platinum Warrior (Kody Nestor, $2.10 favourite) was overhauled and beaten a head by the Jeremy Sylvester, Cessnock trained Brave Max (Lauren Van Tijn, $6.50) with Dervinia (Clayton Gallagher, $3) in third place.
Clayton Gallagher later succumbed to an injury and Lauren Van Tijn became the replacement rider on the Peter Reynolds, Dubbo trained Loud in the 1100 metres Macquarie Valley Fuels Benchmark 58 Handicap.
Darting through an opening near the inside, Loud ($4.40) won by a short neck from Gypsy Power (Zoe Hunt, $2.90 favourite) while Slush Fund (Kody Nestor, $4.20) ran on well for third.
Before missing later rides due to injury, Clayton Gallagher won the 800 metres Three Rivers Machinery Case IH Benchmark 58 Handicap on the Brett Thompson, Gulgong trained Cumboogle.
After taking the lead from
Zequel, Cumboogle ($3.50) held off Can Do It (Cobi Vitler, $11) by a half length with Zequel (Kody Nestor, $3.70) a long neck away third.
First leg of a double for trainer Brett Thompson was Sorrento Palace ($2.40 fav.) which wore down Specula (Kody Nestor, $2.80) to win by a half head with Brandywine (Georgina McDonnell, $15) third in the 1100 metres Narromine Hardware Maiden Plate.
While Dubbo trainer Brett Robb was at Randwick on Saturday with Gallant Star, a strong finishing sixth in the $2,000,000 Kosciusko, he was represented at Narromine by Rothgate, the winner of the 1200 metres Narromine Shire-Shop Local Class 1 Handicap.
Near last early, Rothgate (Kody Nestor, $3.40) swept around the field before the home turn and won by a long neck from Hammering Away (Clayton Gallagher, $3.20 fav.) and Moon Zone (Georgina McDonnell, $5).
Mudgee to race on Saturday and the Coonabarabran Cup (TAB) on Sunday with a Calcutta on Saturday night.
BATHURST RACES: Ella Drew scored a runaway win aboard Parmenia after a daring front running ride on Tuesday at Bathurst.
Taken to the early lead by Drew, the Carlos Antonio, Muswellbrook trained Parmenia established a sizeable break on the field in the 1100 metres Benchmark 50 Handicap.
While rival jockeys hoped for the leader to weaken noticeably, such was not the case and Parmenia ($9) maintained the tempo to win by over two lengths from the favourite Perfumist (Ashley Morgan, $1.90 to $1.85 ) and the well fancied Negation (Clayton Gallagher, $3).
Formerly from the New Zealand South Island, Ella Drew moved to Australia 15 years ago and as a mature age apprentice began her race riding career this year.
Ella Drew (34) has now ridden 17 winners and highlights have included winning the Barraba Cup on Hemsted for trainer Julia Presits and finishing third on Vincenzo in the Coonamble Gold Cup for trainer Scott Singleton to who she is apprenticed.
Another jockey forging a successful career in Australia is Heavelon Van Der Hoven, formerly from Namibia. Now attracting good opportunities from leading Sydney and Provincial stables, Van Der Hoven rode a winning double, Anaisa ($4.60) and Trapeze Legend ($1.90) at Orange for Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald who operate a trainers partnership at Scone and Warwick Farm.
Former successful jockey Pat Murphy also had a winning double as the trainer at Goulburn of The Right Rein and Prince Papa, both well ridden ridden by apprentice Rebecca Bronett Prag.
Finishing strongly along the rails from near the tail of the field, The Right Rein ($6.50) defeated Crusheen Lass (Jaden Lloyd, $6.50 to $3.80 favourite) and Check Your Six (Clayton Gallagher, $5.50) in the 1800 metres Pink October at BTR Class 1 & Maiden Plate.
Likewise, a patient ride by Rebecca Bronett Prag to bring Prince Papa ($4.60) from last to win the 1300 metres BM 58 Handicap from
Geostorm (Robyn Freeman, $11) and Chesteray (Ella Drew, $4).
Fresh from winning the Dubbo Gold Cup on Sneak Preview, jockey Kody Nestor combined with Dubbo trainer Brett Robb to win the 1200 metres Rich & Rumble Group Country Boosted Maiden Handicap with Star Intrigue.
Owned by Paul and Bindi Frampton from Merriwa, Star Intrigue ($9.50) led all the way to win by over three lengths from Kuroshinzo (Ashley Morgan, $3.10 fav.) and the strong finishing Trust A Kitty (Siena Grima, $4.20 to $3.30) Hard to beat when he brings horses from his Hawkesbury stables, Brad Widdup won the 1400 metres Breast Cancer Awareness Month Maiden Plate with Dubai Dame ($3.30 fav.) ridden by Jaden Lloyd. The Bathurst Club is working hard to build up attendances and the well appointed upstairs area proved popular on Tuesday.
Next meeting at Bathurst is on Saturday, November 16.
Lauren Hando running the ball.
Emilie Browne looks for an opening against Lachlan.
Caitlin Dixon runs the ball down the field.
PHOTOS: Renee Powell
Students improve golf swing with local Sporting Schools initiative
By TAMARA MCMAHON
GRENFELL Public School students had the opportunity to sharpen their golf skills last term as part of the Sporting Schools initiative led by Mr Steve Kilby and Mrs Ash Martin.
This Australian Government program is designed to encourage children’s participation in sport and help foster a lifelong love of physical activity.
The after-school golf program was open to students from Years 3 to 6 and took place every Monday afternoon for four weeks, starting on Monday, September 2.
Each week, the students eagerly gathered, learning new techniques to improve their putting, chipping, and driving skills. Students brought fruit for afternoon tea and enjoyed the extra time honing their skills.
The highlight of the program was the final session, where the group ventured
to the Grenfell Golf Course. Here, students had the chance to put their newly developed skills into action on a real course which made for a memorable conclusion to the program.
Grenfell Country Club President Wezley Makin assisted in transporting students to the golf course and coaching them on the day.
Wez is passionate about growing junior golf in our town.
His efforts have extended beyond this program, as he has recently secured a grant to purchase new equipment for young players.
This initiative will provide more opportunities for our local children to engage with the sport, helping to build the next generation of golfers in the region.
The golf program was a fantastic opportunity for students to engage in a fun and challenging sport, and many are inspired to continue their golfing journey!
Tom Kilby in action on the fairway, while Wez gives some pointers to MacKenzie Dun in the background.
Baxter Sheehan chipping onto the green. PHOTOS: Supplied
