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By NATHAN THOMPSON

GROUPS WELCOME PUSH FOR LESS BUREAUCRACY BACKING: Cooma Car Club life member and well-known volunteer, Rogan Corbett, is supporting a move by Snowy Monaro Regional Councillor, Narelle Davis, to cut the council red-tape and allow community groups to do what they do best. Snowy Monaro groups are hoping council will provide a process where they can work on and maintain the council facilities and assets they use and pay fees for.

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By NATHAN THOMPSON CUTTING the red-tape is a phrase often said but seldom acted upon. A plan before Snowy Monaro Regional Council is hoping to achieve just that, by assisting community groups in their dealings with council and allowing them to take greater ownership of the public spaces they use.

In council’s suite of planning and reporting documents currently out for community

comment, an area identified for improvement is how council staff work with community organisations.

Councillor Narelle Davis has put forward the idea with the support from a majority of councillors to cut the red tape and help not-for-profits do what they are best at.

“There is work taking place to put in the processes where our volunteers will be provided the necessary support and guidance to help manage our open spaces

and recreational facilities,” Cr Davis said.

“We hear all too often from community groups that they are willing and able to help maintain facilities but are prevented by council bureaucracy.

“The motion, to be debated at the June meeting, will hopefully result in council being easier to work with.”

Cooma Car Club life member and active community volunteer, Rogan Corbett, said the move has is welcomed by local groups.

“We support any move where we can allow our hard working volunteer groups to do what they do well,” Mr Corbett said.

“If we can work with council to go through the proper induction processes and cover off on those things, then let us help.

“We see work, repairs and maintenance that could be quickly done by a volunteer group, but then sits there for weeks if not months while council tries to fit it into their schedule.”

SNOWY Monaro ratepayers are having their say on council’s suite of integrated planning and reporting documents, which feature the draft budgets, operational plans and fees and charges for the next financial year.

Within the documents, is an outline of the key projects council anticipates to deliver in 2025/26, changes to the services council provides and increases in the fees and charges to use council assets.

In Cooma, key projects set for delivery include an expansion of the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, swimming pool upgrades, flood levee concept designs, and the Cooma Snowy Reservoir design and construction.

In Jindabyne, a series of projects residents have long been calling for are included in the draft operational plan for 2025/26.

Community members and business operators have been urging council for a number of years to knock down the existing town centre toilet block and build a new amenities facility.

The project was placed on hold as council awaited the development of the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct.Around $900,000 has been allocated to the design and refurbishment of the toilet block in the town centre.

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Housing development hits market

By ELLE THOMPSON A LAND development aimed at addressing the housing crisis in Cooma has reached its next stage, with blocks of land now available to purchase on the corner of the Monaro Highway and Polo Flat Road.

Homes NSW has recently formalised its acquisition of the Crown Land site, allowing some lots to be released for sale.

The site will be used to build more than 177 new dwellings for key workers, Aboriginal families, social housing residents and private buyers.

The land is separated into two sections, the North Precinct and the South Precinct.

Some of the new residential lots in the North Precinct, now called ‘Alpine Rise’, are available for purchase, with 13 of the 127 lots recently released. Prices for the 13 lots range from $278,000 for 743.4m2 to $183,000 for 509m2.

Land registration is expected to occur in June 2026, with construction of new homes to commence shortly after.

A 2900m2 community park, a 26-unit seniors housing complex and 12 lots of social, affordable and key worker housing is also planned for Alpine Rise. The design and consultation for

Land lots released in Cooma’s Alpine Rise, some ready for sale

these projects are expected to commence in 2026.

The federal government has provided $23.6 million to fund the enabling infrastructure such as roads, water, electricity and communications to allow the project to move forward.

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has been appointed to undertake civil construction works which will enable lot subdivision for land sales. Site works began last month and will continue until the subdivision is complete, which is expected in mid-2026.

The sale of the lots will then fund the seniors hous-

ing and social housing projects.

The South Precinct is a collaboration between Crown Lands and the Merrimans Local Aboriginal Land Council. The proposed plan for the South Precinct includes about 151 new residential lots and a future 4300m2

community park.

In the lead up to the election, both Member for Monaro Steve Whan and Member for Eden-Monaro Kristy McBain visited the site.

“This is a really exciting development for Cooma,” Mr Whan said.

“We’ve seen a period of

time over the last few years where Cooma’s housing has really got very tight. Snowy 2.0 has contributed to that, but before that we were seeing people who were commuting to Canberra, we’ve seen housing prices rise significantly in Cooma and really importantly over the last decade or so we really haven’t seen stock added to social and public housing in this area.

“So, this is going to be a huge boost over the next few years to the stock of housing for Cooma and I really think its going to do a lot to help solve some of the social issues that we’ve seen from housing shortages in this area.”

“We know this project is important,” Ms McBain said.

“The community has told us they want us to get it done and now we are delivering that in partnership, and that’s what the three levels of government can do when they work together.”

Homes NSW and Crown Lands are working with the NSW Aboriginal Land Council and the Merrimans Local Aboriginal Land Council to finalise the revised Development Application for the South Precinct after the original application was withdrawn.

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Feedback sought on key council projects

By NATHAN THOMPSON SNOWY Monaro ratepayers are having their say on council’s suite of integrated planning and reporting documents, which feature the draft budgets, operational plans and fees and charges for the next financial year.

Within the documents, is an outline of the key projects council anticipates to delivery in 2025/26, changes to service delivery and increases to council fees and charges.

The documents are arguably the most important council places on public exhibition.

We have a breakdown of the key projects in Cooma, Bombala and Jindabyne and the funding source delivering these projects.

Over the coming weeks, we will feature key projects and fees and charges increases for towns and villages across the Snowy Monaro.

In Cooma, key projects set for delivery include an expansion of the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, swimming pool upgrades, flood levee concept designs, and the Cooma Snowy Reservoir design and construction.

The design and construction of the Cooma Snowy Reservoir will see a new distribution water reservoir for Cooma. This project is budgeted at $5 million with

Council infrastructure priorities out for public comment

COMMUNITY: Council is calling on ratepayers to provide feedback on a range of projects included in the draft operational plan. A key project is the delivery of the Lake Jindabyne Shared Trail.

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In Jindabyne, a series of projects residents have long been calling for are included in the draft operational plan

for the coming 12 months.

Community members and business operators have been urging council for a number of years to knock down the existing toilet block and

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build a new amenities block.

The project, like a numerous others in Jindabyne, was placed on hold as council awaited the development of Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct.

The toilets, next to the memorial hall, have $935,000 allocated for its design and refurbishment.

Headlining council’s list of Jindabyne based projects is the Lake Jindabyne Shared Trail. Funded through the NSW Government’s infrastruture grants program, the next 12 months is expected to see additional trails and upgrades delivered to connect Creel Bay to east of Jindabyne.

The entire grant for the shared trail is $11,500,000.

Council has allocated just more than $4 million for the upgrade of Bombala’s swimming pool. There will be upgrade to the water treatment facilities to meet Australia standards. The money comes through grant funding.

A new sewer pump station for Bombala is in the operation plan with $1.3 million from council funding allocated.

The Delegate School of Arts received a bushfire economic recovery grant to upgrade its amenities, storm water and drainage. The grant of $965,688 will be administered over the next financial year.

JINDABYNE AND THE SNOWY MOUNTAINS

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Salvos appeal for community support Red Shield Appeal most important yet: Bartlett

By NATHAN THOMPSON WITH more Snowy Monaro residents than ever before calling on the Salvation Army for assistance, Cooma Corps Officer Debbie Bartlett believes this year’s Red Shield Appeal is the organisation’s most important yet.

The Cooma Salvation Army has supported about 160 families and hundreds of residents in the last 12 months with cost-ofliving pressures placing an increasing number of locals in financial hardship.

Mrs Bartlett said rising electricity costs and grocery prices are being cited as the two biggest challenges locals are facing. She said single-parent families and individuals aged between 4554 are struggling the most.

“Our Red Shield Appeal is an important time for our community to support those doing it tough and be the hope many in our community need,” Mrs Bartlett said.

“The last 12 months has seen a sharp rise in people needing our support. Money we raise locally through the appeal will stay in the region, together we can make a big difference.”

The Cooma Salvation Army has set an $18,000 target for this year’s appeal.

SUPPORT NEEDED Cooma Salvation Army Corps Officers, Debbie and Brian Bartlett, are calling on the community to donate where they can to this year’s Red Shield Appeal.

PHOTO: Nathan Thompson

The 2025 appeal will see the Salvos team and a band of volunteers at stalls outside Cooma Woolworths and Cooma Aldi between May 19 and 25, collecting funds.

Mrs Bartlett said locals can support the appeal through donating funds or

by helping on a stall. Gone are the days of the Salvos door-knocking for the appeal, this year is a ‘digital door knock’.

“We would love people to help out by collecting on a stall. You can contact the Cooma Salvos or check our

Facebook page for further information,” Mrs Bartlett said.

Donations can be made until the end of May. Mrs Bartlett is calling on locals in a position to donate, to make a difference.

“No matter how much you

can donate, every cent helps.

The funds raised in our region stay here, we can help each other out,” Mrs Bartlett said.

Across Australia last year, through The Salvation Army’s network of more than 400 centres and 2,000 services in areas such as homelessness,

family and domestic violence, youth, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, financial hardship and much more, the Salvos provided: - Assistance to one person every 17 seconds - More than 1.76 million sessions of care to over 250,000 people in need - More than 1.1 million bed nights to those who needed accommodation - More than 1.5 million meals to those who accessed our homelessness services.

“The last few years have been incredibly tough for the hardest hit in our community, and for many that shows no sign of slowing down,” Salvation Army’s Major, Gary Masters, said.

“We see so many people grappling with increased stress and uncertainty as everyday living has become unaffordable, leading to housing stress, financial hardship and an inability to get by.

“At the Salvos we are privileged to support those in our area experiencing hardship, but we cannot do this without the ongoing and loyal support of the community.”

To donate or volunteer for The Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal or if you need support from the Salvos, visit salvationarmy.org.au or call 13 SALVOS. You can also donate at any Salvos Store.

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Councillor Andrew Thaler Have your suspended for three months say now OLG rules social media posts breach code of conduct

By NATHAN THOMPSON SNOWY Monaro Regional Councillor Andrew Thaler has been suspended from civic office for three months following the Office of Local Government (OLG) ruling he breached council’s code of conduct during a series of social media videos and written posts.

The OLG released its findings into a number of code of conduct complaints against Cr Thaler, determining the allegations constitute a breach of council’s adopted code of conduct.

OLG deputy secretary, Brett Whitworth, issued the suspension on Monday, 5 May. He said Cr Thaler will be suspended from civic office for three months under the Local Government Act. Cr Thaler was given an opportunity to reply to the allegations, following OLG correspondence to him in April.

Mr Whitworth also stated in the findings that Cr Thaler is required to apologise for his comments in the social media posts, deemed to have breached the code of conduct.

“On 5, 6, 12 and 14 March, 2025, Cr Thaler breached applicable provisions of the council’s adopted code of conduct and as such, engaged in misconduct, as defined by 440F (1) (b) of the Act. Specifi-

COUNCIL: Snowy Monaro Regional Councillor Andrew Thaler has been suspended for three months for breaching council’s code of conduct over a series of social media posts during March. PHOTO: File cally, the conduct was evidenced by comments made in videos and written posts on social media,” the OLG said in its statement of reasons and order of suspension document relating to Cr Thaler’s code of conduct breaches.

Mr Whitworth said he is satisfied all allegations relating to these particular complaints have been substantiated and that Cr Thaler engaged in misconduct through behaviour in videos and written posts made publicly avail-

able on social media on 5, 6, 12, and 14 March, 2025.

Cr Thaler’s suspension starts on 13 May, 2025, and ends on 4 August, 2025.

Cr Thaler must apologise for his misconduct within 14 days from the order being made (5 May) in writing, addressed to the individuals named in online comments and make the apology available to council’s chief executive officer (CEO) for publication in any manner the CEO believes is necessary to reach the greatest number of Snowy Monaro residents.

Council’s interim CEO, Stephen Dunshea, said he welcomes the OLG’s intervention.

“As CEO, I appreciate the OLG for taking action. This suspension notice will assist me in safeguarding the health and well-being of our staff and elected councillors,” Mr Dunshea said.

“Respect and decency are not negotiable. These principles must be upheld by each of us as public servants – people who serve the public – no matter our position within the structure of government or public administration.

“Without respect and decency as the starting point, the position of local government within the community and in public life is put in jeopardy.”

Cr Thaler was approaced for a right of reply but declined to provide any comment.

SNOWY Monaro Regional Council has resolved to support the public consultation of its draft integrated planning and reporting (IP&R) suite at their extraordinary meeting in Cooma on May 1.

The IP&R suite contains council’s most important planning, reporting and financial management documents, and sets out the priorities, direction, and levels of service for all areas of the organisation.

“Every year, council asks our community to have their say on our major plans, policies and budget ahead of the new financial year,” Mayor, Chris Hanna, said.

“Our annual IP&R consultation is the community’s biggest opportunity to shape council’s priorities and the work we’ll do in the year to come.

“Everything we do is based on these core documents, so I really encourage everyone to jump online and get involved. It’s easy to share your view with us, and the team’s available to answer any questions you might have.”

Visit https://qrco.de/SMRCipr today to download a copy of the 2025/26 Integrated Planning and Reporting suite from council’s Your Say consultation site, and find out more about our upcoming in-person consultation sessions.

Community feedback is open for 28 days until Tuesday, 3 June 2025.

Members of the public can have their say on the whole suite, or focus on the areas of council’s work that matters most to them.

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Seasonal renting more reliable as a Berridale accommodation option Winter rental market update: Stratton

rental and a couple of hotels. However, while holiday rentals did not appear to be lucrative in Berridale, Ms Stratton owners to manage their own holiday

By KAREN FORMAN said both permanent and seasonal rentals on line, for a fee, Airbnb rentals were looking strong in the town.

BERRIDALE residents hoping to make lists 729 and Stayz 295 Berridale and “Demand is stronger now than this Jindabyne properties available for some spare cash by holiday renting time last year which is a massive holiday renting from June, ranging their spare rooms or empty homes for positive after two dodgy winters,” she from single rooms to granny flats to the winter snow season might find the said. entire houses. result not as lucrative as they hope.

“We are still bringing on winter About one third state they are located Local real estate agent, Alicia rentals, we only have got one or two in Berridale.

Stratton, who is the Belle business listed.

Rent by owner lists 42 Berridale development manager, said while “I think the benefit to Berridale, in properties and Home to Go has 21. the practice might work better in regard to winter rental, is that they are Many properties are listed across the Jindabyne, which was closer to the popular owner-managed platforms and are slightly cheaper than Jindabyne, snowfields, Berridale is “not quite the prices start from around $140 per night. which means people can do weekends holiday destination” that some people away for a whole season, have kids Located 28km from Jindabyne and would like. doing training programs, for less “Seasonal rentals seem to work better 60km to the ski resorts of Perisher and than using holiday accommodation Thredbo, Berridale, according to the in Berridale than holiday renting for 2021 Census, has around 1300 residents, options.” people wanting one to a few nights or Prices for both holiday renting with a median age of 44 years. week of holiday accommodation,” she and seasonal renting were cheaper Children aged 0 - 14 years make up said. in Berridale, she said.

19.4 per cent of the population and “People on holiday want to be in “There is quite a significant people aged 65 years and over make up Jindabyne which is closer to the snow difference.

18.9 per cent of the population. and the cafes, restaurants and shops.

“In Jindabyne a three “Traditionally Berridale has been a Berridale is more of a place where the place for the locals to live quietly, away bedroom residence costs locals or seasonal staff like to live. from the busy snow town of Jindabyne,” $1400 to $1800 a week; in “Some people who were doing Berridale $650 a week, for Ms Stratton said. holiday renting are now looking at a 16-week winter rental.

“There has been a trend of people seasonal renting instead, because it is “Some are properties wanting it to be a holiday destination, more reliable.” that are dual dwellings, but it is not there yet.

Ms Stratton said families who or a house with a flat out “We are not seeing a trend in came to the Snowy Mountains every the back with a landlord Berridale for holiday letting at all. The weekend during the season to ski or on site. occupancy isn’t what we need, so Belle snowboard, or for their kids to train “Some are empty Property Escapes don’t manage many in for snowsports, were happy to rent houses owned by people property in Berridale for the season, so Berridale.”

HOLIDAY MARKET: Berridale is more attractive to permanent residents moving north for winter The town has a post office, a cafe, they had somewhere to go to and leave and seasonal renters than holidaymakers says Belle Property’s Alicia to get away from the cold a mini mart, a fuel station, a medical their gear.

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Local branches support CWA motions THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW will hold its annual State Conference in Wagga Wagga later this month where a record number of motions will be debated for inclusion in the association’s policy platform for the next 12 months.

Members from the Snowy Monaro’s branches will be in attendance, calling for the NSW Government to improve the medical response for patients in regional areas and upgraded procedures for triple zero responses.

More than 600 members from around the state are expected to come together in from 19 to 22 May, with 36 motions and several urgent motions to be put to delegates.

At this year’s conference, a new president for the association will be elected, following the end of the three-year term by current president Joy Beames.

The motions that will be put to delegates over the three days cover education, health, the environment, agriculture, transport and telecommunications.

There are two urgency motions for consideration, both aiming to improve health care outcomes for remote, rural and regional NSW communities.

They are that the policy of the CWA of NSW be to

Improved medical responses, DV support on CWA agenda

CHANGE: Members of the region’s Country Women’s Association branches will head to Wagga Wagga for the state conference later this month, where they will push the NSW Government for better health outcomes for regional and rural residents.

PHOTO: Supplied advocate for the NSW Government to urgently review ambulance resourcing in regional, rural, and remote communities to ensure a timely medical response.

Improved emergency response protocols to ensure that when an ambulance is unavailable, appropriate alternative medical support is deployed.

An end to the inappropriate reliance on Rural Fire Brigades and Fire and Rescue NSW crews for emergen-

cy medical care beyond their training and scope.

The CWA of NSW will also advocate for improvements to emergency call handling protocols to ensure that when a Triple Zero (000) call is successfully connected following previous failed attempts, essential information is retained and transferred efficiently to avoid delays in dispatching emergency services.

Increased public awareness and accountability

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regarding emergency call processes, ensuring that regional, rural, and remote communities have confidence in the emergency response system.

Other motions include urging the State Government to provide vital short-term housing for women and children and women over 55 across NSW and ACT by converting unused buildings into safe accommodation.

Advocating for a review of the current local council

funding model, ensuring that regional, rural, and remote councils are adequately funded through equitable state and federal contributions, minimising reliance on ratepayer increases such as Special Rate Variations.

Advocating for the funding and fitting of seatbelts in public buses on routes where they transport school children in rural, regional and remote areas.

Urging the State Government to cut two months off

the daylight saving period.

Advocating for the strengthening of penalties for biosecurity border breaches, reflecting the severe risks posed to agricultural products and the industry.

Support for the work of the NSW Anti-slavery Commissioner, actively opposing all forms of modern slavery and raising community awareness.

Advocating for tax incentives for businesses donating surplus food and associated logistics services, promoting food waste reduction and supporting food relief efforts.

Calling for financial support for women from rural, regional and remote areas forced to travel to access fertility treatments.

“The high number of motions delegates will be asked to vote on this year reflects the commitment from our members to their communities and the importance of highlighting issues impacting the lives of those in remote, rural and regional NSW communities,” Ms Beames.

“Advocacy has always been at the heart of our association and that has certainly come to the fore this year.”

Local members will report back to their branches on outcomes endorsed by the state executive.

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Cooma identity reflects on life, hard work

By NATHAN THOMPSON THOSE closest to Ignazio Mondello best describe him as a hard worker and committed family man.

The well-known Cooma figure has dedicated most of his life to providing for his family. From as young as nine, Ignazio has been working full time to help put food on the table and a roof over the head of his family.

Growing up in Sicily on a farm, the Mondello family lived a humble existence. Growing up with the bare necessities, instilled into Ignazio a drive and work ethic second to none.

This appetite for work has stayed with Ignazio is whole life. It has led to the construction and upgrading of many homes and retail spaces throughout the Snowy Mountains.

Ignazio is responsible for developing large sections of Cooma’s shopping precinct, Polo Flat industrial area and Cooma East area.

He has worked on projects in Khancoban, building bridges throughout the South East of NSW and homes in Canberra.

With a little more time on his hands these days, Ignazio said he is proud of his achievements.

“There has been lots of hard work, many long days but it’s all worth it,” Ignazio said.

“I came to Australia with very little and have worked hard to make a life for me and my family.”

FAMILY: Paula and Ignazio Mondello have worked hard to create a life in Cooma for themselves and their family.

PHOTO: Nathan Thompson From Sicily to Sydney and onto Cooma, Ignazio arrived in the Snowy Mountains. He moved to Australia in 1967 at the age of 21.

He secured building work in Sydney and reunited with another Sicilian family, who lived across the road from his family back home in

Sicily. This family happened to be that of his wife, Paula.

“Ignazio was living in Cooma before we were married and he would come to Sydney a lot to visit.

We married when I turned 18 and I then moved to Cooma,” Paula said.

Ignazio started working in Cooma

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as a painter for Elido Fachin. He moved into running a café before moving back into the construction industry.

“He has always been working.

He was never out of work. He has worked very hard for his family, seven days a week,” a proud Paula said.

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Cooma only meetings: Cr Rose SNOWY Monaro Regional Councillor, Reuben Rose, is calling for all ordinary council meetings to be held in Cooma to reduce costs and logistical challenges of hosting meetings in Jindabyne and Bombala.

Council facilitates a livestream at each meeting, as required by the NSW Government, which involves moving IT equipment to meeting locations outside of Cooma.

In his motion in the 17 May council business paper, Cr Rose said holding all meetings in the Cooma council chambers would enhance efficiency and free-up resources for essential services.

“While well intentioned, the logistical and financial burden of moving meetings outside of Cooma is challenging and stressful for IT staff,” Cr Rose said in his motion.

“This process incurs substantial costs and operating challenges that outweigh the benefits.”

In last month’s council meeting, Delegate resident, Penny Judge, spoke against the move to cease meetings outside of Cooma.

Mrs Judge said smaller communities, like Delegate, would lose their voice at the council table.

Council estimates the cost of holding meetings in Jindabyne and Bombala is between $15,000 and $20,000 per annum.

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Mountain pygmy-possum bouncing back THE critically endangered mountain pygmy-possum is showing signs of recovery in Kosciuszko National Park with 107 marsupials found at a single site, the highest on record.

Seventy-eight were females and most had four young in their pouch, which is the maximum number that can be accommodated in a pouch. They weighed between 30 and 40 grams.

Prior to the 2019-2020 summer bushfires, Kosciuszko National Park had an estimated 1000 possums in two main population areas.

Drought had led to a decline in their main food source, bogong moths, and in 2020, fire decimated their habitat at all northern sites of the park. This resulted in the population dropping to around 700 animals.

To save the remaining population, Saving Our Species Program threatened species officers and the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) launched an emergency project to supply ‘bogong bickies’ and water at the northern sites.

The recipe for the biscuit was created by NPWS staff and volunteers, with the assistance of students from schools including Berridale Public School, Cooma Public School, Adaminaby Public School and Jindabyne Central School.

COMEBACK The critically endangered mountain pygmy-possum is showing positive signs with the highest number record at a particular site. Dr Linda Broome holds a pygmy-possum.

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Dr Broome providing a trapped pygmy-possum with water on Snow Ridge Hill during a site visit last year.

These feeding efforts have resulted in the record number of possums being trapped and assessed at the largest boulder field in the park, Snow Ridge Hill. It’s believed the population across the two main sites is now more than 940.

The count of possums was led by Dr Linda Broome, threatened species officer

with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

Dr Broome has dedicated nearly half her life to securing a future for the little marsupial. Dr Broome was assisted by NPWS staff and volunteers.

“It is heartening to see mountain pygmy-possum numbers thriving again fol-

lowing the devastation of the 2019-2020 summer bushfires,” Dr Broome said.

“Their resilience, combined with the dedication of NPWS and Saving Our Species teams, has been critical to their survival.

“This is a positive step towards restoring the ecological balance in the area.

“While this is an encourag-

A pygmy-possum is given water at Mt Blue Cow. The critically endangered animal is bouncing back following the 2019/20 summer bushfires.

ing milestone, recovery efforts are far from over. We will continue our work to support these possums and strengthen their population, ensuring these iconic marsupials have the best chance of long-term survival.”

While the results of the latest count are positive, this is just one site, and the road to

recovery for this marsupial is ongoing.

In contrast, some unburnt sites in the park’s south showed below average numbers of female possums, despite good bogong moth numbers. It is hoped these numbers will recover in time with favourable conditions.

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Posted with Phil Daley Are we heading towards excellence?

and its expected outcomes.

He asked what contractual obligations remained regarding PHIL Daley has been a practicing length there are no resources the program. engineer in local government since presently available within the The CEO gave no details of organisation to bring it back on 1967 and has worked for local the project other than to give an schedule. councils between 1985 and 2018. answer regarding the contractual He said it was not feasible to His experience has given him obligations and expected inside knowledge of many councils bring back external resources timelines for the consultants to meet the original timeframe across NSW and he has seen engaged two years previously. due to the expense and those the best and the worst of their Within his reply, he dropped a resources would not understand administrations. the organisation and what would little gem stating a new business He has been critical of the be needed to get it back on track. unit consisting of a team of two new 1993 Local Government If the engaged consultants who business analysts was being Act which expected councils to created within the Workforce are supposed to be delivering think corporately and with it the portfolio. better ways of doing things replacement of shire and town He said council was within the organisation, can’t clerks with general managers and transitioning from contractual meet their contracted time lately with chief executive officers. arrangements to the new constraints, what hope is there Phil laments the de-engineering business unit with the assistance for a satisfactory conclusion of of councils and has observed of, yes you guessed it, more the program? the deterioration in the way Councillor Stewart then stated consultants. engineering services in particular Wasn’t Towards Excellence that he ‘has issues with this have been delivered. He hopes that supposed to analyse council’s Towards Excellence program’ trend is in the process of being operations and correct and that the issue needed to be reversed. how business is done more addressed because to date he This is the first of a monthly effectively? had seen no feasible results. column Phil will write, sharing Confirmation of the projects He claimed there is a better his perspectives and thoughts on budget balance wasn’t offered, way for council to deliver the decisions made by Snowy Monaro so it may be of concern services for the benefit of the Regional Council. also. The new business unit community without having to will supposedly drive the bring consultants in to ‘tell us AT ITS April 17 meeting, improvement process internally Snowy Monaro Regional council what to do’. without the need for consultants.

He said ‘we have managers considered the delivery program Really? So why don’t the on board’ and there was a need progress report. existing managers run with to change the structure of the Councillor Rose asked for the new method of delivering organisation to deliver better the report to be formatted services instead of introducing services to the community. differently to make it easier to yet another layer of oversight.

He went on to say that he had read.

Does council not have any asked for details of where our He claimed that information competent managers? benefits have come from as its can be hidden in the report due The further the decision costing us $0.5M a year. to the small font size. makers are from the His statement raised no Councillor Williamson coalface, the less effective the explanation from the staff. The stated the Towards Excellence organisation will be. The CEO Towards Excellence project was program is the most important adopted by council during a time inferred that a similar business program council has due to the unit had existed up until a when financial sustainability minister mentioning it in his couple of years ago and had was the hot topic and this correspondence with council. been budgeted for in the 2025/26 He asked what the council was initiative was seen as delivering financial year. doing to address the “of concern” the “goose’s golden egg”.

That statement was not Staff sold the concept of program status. questioned and needs possibly saving $1M annually The CEO flicked the question clarification. Councillors to the Chief Strategy Officer who but didn’t indicate ways of wouldn’t know what was in the measuring the outcomes. Cr seemed to have some difficulty structure of the organisation explaining to council the reasons Rose stated that both he and Cr as there has not been a full Williamson have had trouble for the delay other than lack of structural review since the finding information about resources. merger of the three councils. the project and he had even When asked what he would One has to wonder why considered asking the Minister recommend, he said he would for Local Government for details council needed to run the not recommend anything. What Towards Excellence program if because he considered the a strange statement to make. the former unit (if one actually minister was the only one who He explained the item was existed) had been performing as really knew the details of the off track due to a decision it should have been in the first program. still needed regarding the IT place. So many questions and His statement was not software, necessary to bring the too few answers for our elected challenged by staff nor was he Towards Excellence program to representatives. given an outline of the program fruition. He indicated at some

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Respect, kindness an important part of our elections I WANTED to write in to thank everyone for a pleasant election day at the polling booth at Bombala.

I’ve proudly been a volunteer for a number of years and it was nice to share jaffles and cold drinks with other volunteers.

There wasn’t any of the drama or disrespect seen at other polling booths around the country. Just playful banter and kindness, the way election days should be.

After the polls close at 6pm, volunteers act as scrutineers, to oversee the independent counting process.

As a scrutineer, you get to see the informal votes that are either left blank, rude characters drawn or silly things written.

One thing that makes me sad as an educator is people not exercising their democratic right by doing these things and voting informally.

We live in a vibrant democracy and not every country has our democratic freedoms to elect governments that work for us. But we need people to be engaged and informed.

As our population becomes more and more concentrated in the cities, we really need everyone from the regions – whether you live in Nimmitabel, Cooma or Bombala – being engaged and informed in politics and making sure our communities get our fair share.

Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain, is one of the good ones and has a big heart. She’s a local mum, a successful former Bega Valley Shire mayor and a strong voice for our region.

Hopefully people that didn’t vote Labor in our region warm to Kristy over the next term and hopefully you have a chance to say g’day when you see her next.

The Prime Minister has reiterated that he heads a government that is for all Australians, no matter where you live.

So I look forward to seeing more cost-of-living relief, more funding for schools, more jobs and better health services rolledout in the next three years in our local community.

Kay Coates Cathcart

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PHEW, THIS PLOUGHIN’ IS EXHAUSTING. I’VE BEEN PLOUGHIN’ ALL MORNING AND PLOUGHED MOST OF ME SOUTH PADDOCK, SO I RECKON IT’S TIME TA STOP PLOUGHIN’ AND HAVE SOME LUNCH, WHILST SITTIN’ ON ME PADDOCK PLOUGHIN’ TRACTOR. .

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Disappointment over railway bridges’ removal RECENTLY, I noticed a social media post about the impending removal of the wooden railway bridge over Old Bombala Road near Holts Flat.

Unfortunately, this was the first I had heard of this removal.

Following contact with the Regional Transport Ministers office (and a temporary hold on works), I have now had a briefing on the state of the bridge and the reasons for removal.

I have also been briefed on the railway bridge over Bumbalong Road at Colinton near Bredbo.

Unfortunately, both the Holts Flat bridge and Bumbalong bridge have

been deemed to be unsafe and, in in the case of Holts Flat, in danger of collapse.

The engineering advice is that any future use of the bridges, even light weight use, would see them having to be completely rebuilt.

I am informed the demolition of both bridges was considered and approved by Snowy Monaro Regional Council.

I suspect that council was not given much choice, given the condition of the bridges and lack of funds for any alternative action.

I have expressed my view that the decisionmaking process on these bridges should have included wider

public consultation and information. The department has assured me that in future that will happen, in the case of the Bumbalong bridge there will be further information provided prior to demolition.

Unfortunately, neither of these bridges have any heritage protection.

I share the disappointment many people will have about this, and as a person who loves old railway structures and regularly rides rail trails, I do think that the timber bridges are often highlights of the line and wonderful landmarks.

Member for Monaro Steve Whan

Church service times across the Snowy Monaro region Cooma Baptist Church: 10am Sunday St Patrick’s Catholic Parish: 10am Sunday, Weekday mass 10am Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays St Paul’s Anglican Parish of Cooma: 9.30am Sunday St Andrew’s Cooma Uniting Church: 9.30am Sunday Lifegate Christian Church Cooma: 9:55am second and fourth Sunday each month, 4pm first and third Sunday each month Cooma Presbyterian Church: 9am Sunday

Peace

By G.J O’DONOGHUE There’s cottage and mill Cold and quiet There’s time stopped still The darkest nights Here’s what was What could of been What’s the cause?

A ghost town cryin There’s potential A lack of crime There’s no hope at all And broken dreams There’s the thinkers And those that don’t Plenty of drinkers And those that quit Above all there’s peace And who gives a damn?

There’s small town vice And some still dream Of a better time Of What is lost There’s lots of calm At this outpost There is basics And basics only There’s no traffic There’s the lonely You choose to leave You choose to stay Your choice to have Either way Your could kneal Or meditate The Earth you’ll feel But also fate To go on Or stop still A ghost town cryin Of cottage and mill A place of peace To lay your head There’s what was The living, the dead

St John’s Anglican Church Adaminaby: 3pm first and third Sunday each month St Peter’s Anglican Church Nimmitabel: 11.30am third Sunday each month St Andrew’s Catholic Church Nimmitabel: Saturday vigil mass 5pm on the weekend of the third Sunday, Liturgy with Holy Communion other Saturdays 5pm Alpine Uniting Church Jindabyne: 9.30am Sunday Columbkille Catholic Church, Jindabyne: Mass 5pm Saturdays Village Church Jindabyne: 5pm Sunday All Saints Anglican Church Berridale: 9.30am Sunday All Saints Numeralla: second Sunday of the month liturgy 5pm, Fourth Sunday of month 5pm mass If your church would like to be added to this list, please contact us editor@monaropost.com.au

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and physical attacks from disgruntled individuals.

Don’t like a specific WITH the election over party or candidate? Fine, and done with, what drop a chill pill, do your will that little band of thing and leave. activators and agitators One of the biggest do with their time now?

I’m talking about those issues around elections who popped up at polling these days is the amount places during pre-polling of disinformation and and on voting day itself to misinformation that inevitably does the cause disruption. circuit.

Those handing Disinformation is when out how-to-vote someone knowingly and paraphernalia outside of deliberately spreads feed venues were just doing which they know is false. a job. Those working for Misinformation is when the Australian Electoral others read it, believe it to Commission inside the be true, and then spread venues were just doing it further. Those who start theirs too, so why did the rumours are a big those individuals with problem, and then their an agenda believe it was followers exacerbate it by okay to turn up, cause a taking it to the streets and ruckus, and then vanish, leaving their mess behind into the faces of electoral workers and sometimes them? even other voters.

And what was with As a means of gaining the physical altercations followers, it’s probably that took place at some not all that great really. locations?

Sure, they may attract a Voting is compulsory few, but on the whole, and therefore we all the general population must turn up and do sees them for what they our thing. We all vote are; a nuisance, and best according to our own avoided. choice, and it should be I didn’t encounter a straight-in, straight-out any hassles in my local thing.

Those outside handing area and things basically flowed fairly smoothly out how-to-vote flyers and that was a good to voters are part of the thing. equation, whether you People came, they like them or not. voted, chatted to people They have permission they knew, and then to be there and they put they left. The electoral in a full day, as do those working inside the polling staff were able to get on with the job and those stations. outside handing out howThe election workers’ to-vote information for day kicks off at 7am and the various parties and they are there until the individuals were able to end of it. It’s a long day do theirs. It was all very and they are really ready civil. to leave when it’s over.

So, to those harbouring Those working inside the burning issues about any venue often don’t finish of the parties, individuals, until late into the night. or just the voting process?

So, what they don’t Yes, you have a right need are those with a beef turning up and creating a to feel as you do, but that doesn’t extend to big problem.

They are there to assist dumping your issues on electoral workers or other people and to ensure voters. the voting process flows How about you check smoothly and that can be the facts before you rant? difficult if they also have And then check to fend off verbal tirades, yourself. in-their-face agitators,

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Where there’s a will, there’s a way

By WALKER, GIBBS AND KING SOLICITORS AND CONVEYANCERS SUPER is not a normal asset that goes by will.

With the old ComSuper scheme, a pension is paid to the worker, and a 2/3 pension to the spouse/de facto of the deceased if they were the spouse/de facto at the time of retirement.

On death of the spouse/de facto, the pension ceased and there is no lump sum.

Some super, in particular for police and ambos, goes according to an Act of Parliament. What the Act says can’t be changed.

Most often these days, super goes in accordance with a binding direction.

You need to make sure it is not different to your will, for example ‘to my children’ has a different affect in a super direction than a will if one of the children dies leaving

surviving grandchildren.

With a will, the share will normally go to the grandchildren, but not with a super direction.

Otherwise most super death benefits go in accordance with the discretion of the super trustee, although a nonbinding direction will usually be followed.

The trustee will look at who is dependent for super tax law purposes. Most often a spouse or a de facto spouse will get either the whole death benefits or most of them.

Adult children, not super tax dependents, often won’t get much, and it is likely to be taxed at up to 15 per cent.

It’s always more than ‘just a will’. The mistakes can’t be fixed after you’re dead.

Get it done properly by a competent legal professional with experience in the area.

Big dollars to tackle litter Council receives $70k to keep community clean

SNOWY Monaro Regional Council has been awarded $70,000 by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) as it works to combat local litter and keep communities in the region clean.

The Better Understanding for Better Prevention project will enable council to deliver a regionally tailored litter prevention roadmap to support cleaner environments across the entire local government area.

A comprehensive study will assess the full cost of litter management throughout the Snowy Monaro by identifying high-impact touch points, mapping current bin infrastructure, and developing performance indicators.

These outcomes will guide evidence-based decisions, enhance strategic direction, and support long-term financial and environmental sustainability in our unique alpine and rural settings.

This is one of 19 successful projects, led by councils, community groups and government agencies throughout NSW to share in $2.28 million as part of the EPA’s Litter Prevention Grants Program.

Member for Monaro, Steve Whan, said the funding will support council in helping clean the region’s unique natural environment.

“Like many locals I get

ENVIRONMENT: Member for Monaro, Steve Whan, says a $70,000 EPA grant will help Snowy Monaro Regional Council tackle litter in the community.

PHOTO: File annoyed by litter in our environment, particularly the plastics and materials that can stay in our environment for years harming wildlife and waterways,” Mr Whan said.

“We shouldn’t need to see generous locals giving their time to clean up after others – although their work is appreciated.

“I congratulate council on securing this grant to support

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“This initiative will play a key role in protecting the unique natural environment that the Snowy Monaro is known for, for generations to come.”

The project aims to strengthen interdepartmental collaboration, build internal capability, and secure executive support to embed litter prevention into council’s core operations.

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Mt Perisher 6 chairlift takes first test run A MONTH out from the 2025 snow season’s opening weekend, the new Mt Perisher 6 highspeed six-seater chairlift had a significant milestone. Taking staff members for a spin in a special test run, the $26 million construction of the chairlift is nearing completion.

Mountain Planning Manager for Vail Resorts Australia, Sophie Ballinger, was on the chair during the test run and reflected on the project.

“There’s been lots of steps in the process, from that first construction certificate to now, and working with lots of different people within Perisher and Doppelmayr Australia has been just great,” Ms Ballinger said.

The construction period stretched more than 18 months, with Perisher and Doppelmayr Australia teams facing hot summer working conditions in high altitude, to frozen muddy work areas, and everything in between, to complete the project.

“We’re all working really hard towards the goal. Nothing’s too hard, or too small – we’ve all been on board to work together,” Doppelmayr Australia GM, Shaun Turner, said, who also jumped on the test run.

“It was pretty special getting up there for the test run on such a nice day, having a look out at the view and everything that Mt

ON A HIGH: Perisher operations director, Michael Fearnside, and Doppelmayr Australia GM, Shaun Turner. INSET: Perisher and Doppelmayr Australia staff on first test run of the Mt Perisher 6 high-speed six-seater chairlift.

PHOTOS: Vail Resorts Perisher offers has been amazing.”

The project is a significant investment in the guest experience at Perisher and highlights the commitment from Vail Resorts to the Australian Snowsports Industry.

“A big thank you to everyone involved in this project,” Perisher’s Operations Director, Michael Fearnside, said.

“There’s so much work involved and it’s truly a team effort.

It’s been quite the challenge, and quite the result.”

Malika’s leadership skills honoured

By KAREN FORMAN STATE Emergency Services Snowy Monaro Cluster Chief Inspector, Malika Bailey, has been named NSW SES Woman of the Year.

The award acknowledges an outstanding woman who has shown exceptional qualities as a mentor, role model and leader and contributed to the fabric of service.

“Malika exemplifies outstanding leadership as local commander for Snowy Monaro by creating a supportive and empowering environment that inspires and encourages young women to join and thrive within the service,” an SES spokesperson said.

“Through her leadership, she has advocated for gender equality, ensuring that women in the community feel valued, respected and emploowered to take on leadership roles within the agency.

“She has worked tirelessly to implement mentorship programs, support networks and tailored training initiatives that address the specific needs of female members, providing them with the tools and confidence to succeed.”

Mrs Bailey was congratulated online by scores of people including Member for Eden Monaro, Kristy McBain, who said “love your work.” Past Snowy River SES commander, Jennifer Goode, said the award was “well deserved” and VRA Rescue NSW Commissioner, Brenton Charlton, said “fantastic and well deserved.”

Mrs Bailey, a mother of two, has been a State Emergency Services volunteer for 14 years. She was awarded a Jindabyne Australia Day Award in recognition of her work for the organisation and within the community this year.

Both her children have followed her into the service.

Council updates Council meeting this week

Jindabyne community event

Important consultation underway

The monthly ordinary Council meeting is scheduled for 1pm on Thursday 15 May 2025 in Jindabyne.

Council and Sustainable Snowies are calling for volunteers for our annual prewinter Jindabyne Community Clean-up, coming up on Wednesday 21 May 2025 from 3.30 to 5.30pm.

Councillors resolved to support the public consultation of Snowy Monaro Regional Council’s draft Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) suite at their extraordinary meeting in Cooma on Thursday 1 May 2025.

Visit https://qrco.de/SMRCmeetings to access the agenda, live webcast on the day, or to learn more.

A full recording of the day’s proceedings will be available online within 48 hours of the meeting’s close.

No RSVP required, just head down to the Jindabyne Skate Park at 3.30pm and bring own your hat, water, and sunscreen.

Free sausage sizzle for all participants.

Come and see us at Cooma Markets this Sunday We’ll be on-site bright and early at the Cooma Rotary Markets this Sunday 18 May 2025, and we’re looking forward to chatting with you about all things Council.

Our team will be offering free pet microchip checks to confirm your details are up-to-date, information about waste and recycling in the region, along with advice and assistance about any Council matters you might need a hand with.

You can also find out more about our recently launched Integrated Planning and Reporting consultation.

This is one of our most significant opportunities for our community to have their say on how Council operates and to shape our goals and priorities.

Talk to the team on the day to learn more, or visit https://qrco.de/SMRCipr to have your say today.

The IP&R suite contains Council’s most important planning, reporting and financial management documents, and sets out the priorities, direction, and levels of service for all areas of the organisation.

Visit https://qrco.de/SMRCipr today to download a copy of the 2025/26 Integrated Planning and Reporting suite from Council’s Your Say consultation site, and find out more about our upcoming in-person consultation sessions.

Community feedback is open for 28 days until Tuesday 3 June 2025.

Members of the public can have their say on the whole suite, or focus on the areas of Council’s work that matters most to them.

We’re here to help. Contact our friendly customer service team today.

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Fast-paced, witty, hilarious GO SEE LITTLE THEATRE’S BAREFOOT IN THE PARK

THEATRE REVIEW

By KAREN FORMAN AMERICAN playwright Neil Simon was initially panned for his 1963 comedy Barefoot in the Park.

It was dubbed “a story about nothing at all” and “a play with no plot”, but once reviewers realised they were watching a play about things that happen in everyone’s lives - getting married, dealing with parents, having arguments, coping with financial constraints and living next to unusual neighbours - and how ridiculous and funny they could be, the play became his longest-writing hit on Broadway and later, a film.

Cooma Little Theatre’s (CLT) production of the play is the best version I have seen as a reviewer, in Australia.

It starts on time. Finishes on time. Is fast-paced. Polished. Perfectly cast. Exquisite acting. Has a proper set.

(I am a huge fan of the old fashioned sets that look like real places and this set, Top Floor Manhatten Apartment, has stairs, windows, furniture and a fireplace).

The CLT cast comprises top amateur and former professional actors directed by a former professional Jayne Keegan.

The cast is Fran Robertson,

THEATRE: Nell Pernitsch and Chris McNally.

PHOTO: Contributed Chris McNally, Trish Rowling, Nell Pernitsch and Ron Dowd.

Several left the big smoke/ bigtime to live the quiet life in Cooma and found their way back to the boards.

Their professionalism shows in this play, which needs all the elements above,

Cast (from left) Fran Robertson, Chris McNally, Trish Rowling, Nell Pernitsch, Ron Dowd.

to work.

You leave feeling you know each and every character.

Can relate to at least one.

Want to be at least one. And thoughtful and introspective.

So how is it?

Let’s bring out the reviewer’s superlatives: “a triumph!” “Fastpaced”. “Witty”. “Hilarious”.

Then I will add my own: “A cleverly built story based on nothing much, that captures the nuances of everyday life in the first Act, builds like a mountain storm with its dark clouds in the wee hours during the second Act, then leads to a thunderous crescendo and

then the promise of a sunny morning by the time it’s curtains down.”

Locals, just go see it. It’s fabulous. A great night away from reality. Entertainment on steroids.

The plot sees free spirited Corie (played by a dazzling Rowling) and Paul Bratter

(McNally), a conservative, uptight lawyer, recently married and moving into a fifth-floor apartment in Greenwich Village, hosting their first dinner party, dealing with Corie’s now lonely mother Ethel Banks (Pernitsch), setting up said mother with quirky and eccentric neighbour Victor Velasco (Dowd), having their first fight (leading to requests for divorce) and various other malarkies (Corie sets her mum up with Victor), and interactions with a telephone repair person played by Robertson, whose well delivered words of wisdom are not lost on the audience.

Pernitsch and McNally are mother and son in real life, and this is the second time they are on stage together.

Their mother/son-in-law rapport is genuine and perfect for this production.

The significance of the name Barefoot in The Park becomes obvious only at the end, when the audience learns a lesson alongside the once again happy couple.

Sometimes we need to hit rock bottom to be able to see things more clearly. To appreciate the good things. To be able to walk, barefoot in the park.

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By NATHAN THOMPSON

LEGAL SKILLS: Students from Cooma’s The Alpine School are competing in Mock Trial to learn more about the legal system.

PHOTO: the Alpine School

Alpine School takes on Mock Trial comp

MOCK Trial is a serious competition for senior school students, providing them with an insight into the rule of law. The Alpine School has entered the 2025 competition for the first time.

“The first round was a little overwhelming,” Teah, who acted as the first barrister, said.

“I’ve debated before, but I’ve never even been in a court room.”

The defence team consisted of two barristers, a solicitor, two witnesses and a court officer.

The case was a criminal one about abuse over a carriage service. The case was based on an actual case

that had been tried in a NSW court room.

This case not only tested the students’ new skills but had the advantage of looking at the ramifications for someone, potentially a teenager, of using their mobile phone in a way that had legal consequences.

The team had to upskill for the new challenge. They learned about court room etiquette, legal precedence, how to present a case, civil versus criminal burdens of proof, the essence of each role and courtroom narratives.

The team of Teah, Claire, Keaghan, Michael and Tayla prepared

themselves well and feel this was the key to their defence.

The witnesses, Keaghan and Tayla, had memorised their statements and were very difficult for the prosecution to trip up. The barristers were not only very clear on their defence but were also clear on which objections to raise.

The Alpine School’s first opposition was the Snowy Mountains Grammar School and both teams had hoped that it might take place in Cooma Courthouse but the Courthouse is not available on Mondays.

The Alpine School recorded a win on their first attempt.

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“On this and other aspects implementing the necessary reforms going forward through of the report, I look forward to the establishment of an Expert working with Minister Hoenig and with the government to Advisory Panel and we’re grateful for their preparedness develop and implement the reforms that will be required,” to partner with councils in Cr Miller said. seeking that Financial Assis“Overall, we see this as a tance Grants from the Comfirst step in the reform of local monwealth return to one per government financial sustaincent of Commonwealth taxaability. Councils stand ready tion revenue,” Cr Miller said. to work with the state to make “However, some of the government’s suggested meas- meaningful change and bring about genuine and substantial ures for addressing financial reform to the financial viability sustainability concerns could of councils.” actually add to the adminis-

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Monaro’s finest ewes on show

THE 95th Berridale Agricultural Bureau’s merino ewe competition has showcased the district’s finest ewes as local farmers and industry leaders came together for the two-day event.

Australia’s oldest merino ewe competition took place earlier this month. The ewe competition is a social two-day event held across the Snowy Monaro.

Berridale Ag Bureau president, Neil Lynch, commended all who entered in this year’s event. He praised overall winner, Adam Walters, on his entry.

“The winning team presented

by Adam Walters, Dalgety, was well grown and carrying heavy medium fleeces of wool,” Mr Lynch said.

“They were an outstanding line of maiden ewes.”

Mr Lynch said the entries were of high quality with noticeable differences in those who received rain and those who didn’t.

“The Monaro as a whole was divided into two parts, areas with storms during summer and those areas that missed out,” Mr Lynch said.

“The flocks under the storms during the summer were benefitting from that rain and the areas that missed out, the sheep were carrying less condition and finish.”

The presentation dinner was held at the Cooba motel. The winners were presented with the following trophies: • Monaro Livestock & Property Trophy Overall Winner - Adam Walters • Cottage Park Trophy 1st Medium/Strong Wool - Adam Walters • Yarrawonga Trophy 2nd Medium/Strong Wool - Darcy Barnes • Arable Trophy 1st Fine Wool Matt Jacobs • Bindaree Trophy Short Wool Raymond Crowe • Hazeldean Trophy 1st Over 500 Ewes - Robert Hain

SUCCESS The Monaro Livestock and Property trophy for overall winner went to Adam Walters.

PHOTOS: Berridale Ag Bureau

• Manawa Trophy 1st Under 500 Ewes - Neil Lynch • Mildon Trophy 1st Hoggets Richard Maguire • The Late Greg McGufficke Trophy 1st Novice - Matt Jacobs • Snowy Plains Trophy Most Improved - Robert Hain • John Coy People’s Choice Award - Robert Hain • Gary Thompson Memorial People’s Choice Ewe Hoggets Adam Walters “Our generous thanks to sponsors, judges and all who followed. We look forward to next year with planning already

The Hazeldean trophy first over 500 ewes is claimed by Robert Hain.

underway. Thanks to our hard working committee for all their efforts,” Mr Lynch said, “The two judges commented on the very high standard of the presented teams. Those ewes would stand up in any flock as being outstanding.

“As president, it was so good to see new and young entrants coming on board which we are hoping will take a big part in our 100th year in a few years time.

“Overall, the interest from the crowd towards questions to our judges kept the day very interesting for all who attended.”

The Bindaree trophy short wool, goes to Raymond Crowe.

Neil Lynch is presented with the Manawa trophy 1st Under 500 ewes.

Mr Lynch said the quality of ewes this year was very high and commended entrants.

Local woodturners heading to Narooma SNOWY Monaro woodturners and woodwork enthusiasts are looking forward to the Narooma Woodwork Exhibition over the June long weekend.

Love hand-made? Love the look of beautifully crafted timber? Then the annual woodwork show is for you.

The Narooma Leisure Centre will host the 29th exhibition of fine woodwork crafted by arti-

sans from north of Batemans Bay to south of Bega.

Exquisite handcrafted items will be both on display and for sale, ranging from small toys to cutting boards and serving platters; from fine jewelry boxes to pens; bowls - both functional and decorative, and much more.

“Come and watch the magic of woodturners at work on the

lathes, and stroll through the exhibition space and vote for your favorite piece on display,” Chris Birks, of the organising committee, said.

“Another attraction at the show is the Dalmeny Quilters who are highly respected artisans and will have their quilts and other handcrafted pieces on display, some of which will also be on sale.”

Entry to the Show is just $2 per adult and children under 16 are free. Attendees may vote for their favourite entry in the exhibition and have the chance to buy raffle tickets to win prizes, e.g. barbecue donated

by Bunnings at Batemans Bay and beautifully crafted timber pieces made from club members.

“If you are coming over to the

coast and looking for something of interest, then come along to the exhibition and sales days at lovely Narooma.

This event usually takes place in Tilba, however they are renovating their community halls so Narooma is the location this year. So, put the date in your diary – Saturday, 7 June from 9am to 4pm, and Sunday, 8 June from 9am to 3pm.

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St Pat’s celebrate role mothers play THE St Patrick’s Parish School community celebrated mums, grandmothers, and all maternal figures at its Mother’s Day breakfast last week.

Around 100 people gathered for St Pat’s inaugural Mother’s Day breakfast, an occasion principal, Dr Sean Mangan, said will likely become an annual event.

Teachers, parents and community leaders - mostly mothers - attended the breakfast at the Cooma Ex-Services Club.

Cooma’s Sandy Schofield, well-known for her volunteer work with the Monaro Committee for Cancer Research and Cooma Chamber of Commerce, delivered a moving speech at the breakfast.

Mrs Schofield talked about being a mum and the supportive community she was part of when raising her two boys.

Mrs Schofield also paid tribute to her late mum, declaring her the most resilient woman she knows.

RECOGNITION: Sandy Schofield talks about life as a mum and the support network she had raising her two boys in Cooma. Mrs Schofield is speaking at the St Patrick’s Parish School Mother’s Day breakfast.

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St Pat’s principal, Dr Sean Manhan, thanks the school community for coming together to celebrate mums and all maternal figures.

Claire Lawley listens to Mrs Schofield’s speech about being a mum.

St Patrick’s Parish School mothers enjoyed the school’s Mother’s Day breakfast.

Police investigate series of rural thefts MONARO Police District officers are investigating the theft of approximately 1000 litres of diesel from a rural property on Rosemeath Road, Bombala, between Monday 14

April and Sunday, 20 April 2025.

Police are urging rural landholders in the area to keep a lookout and report suspicious activity they see.

Police are also appealing for

information after the theft of cattle panels near Nimmitabel.

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Police Station on 02 6298 0599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A reminder, please don’t comment information on this post, contact police directly.

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Dry conditions bring record-high volumes of stock onto market

By DAMIEN ROACH, NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS COOMA

LIVESTOCK: High numbers of cattle and sheep are being pushed onto the market with the dry conditions being experienced in NSW and Victoria.

PHOTOS: Melinda Cairns Hack

By MEAT AND LIVESTOCK AUSTRALIA

Yass sale yards 27,000 sheep, lambs

WAGGA Wagga selling centre has witnessed an unprecedented influx of cattle, setting a new yarding record that has surprised agents.

There were 8690 cattle yarded.

The surge in numbers is primarily attributed to ongoing water issues and a lack of feed, which have forced many farmers to sell, with some farmers having no choice but to commence liquidating their cow herds.

Agents in the Wagga region expect this trend to continue as conditions remain dire.

Most of the usual processors participated in the sale, but it was evident that not all buyers held feedlot orders this week.

A notable absence of re-stocking inquiries from the northern regions significantly impacted prices, particularly across the lighter weight categories.

770c to 800c/kg. Heavy lambs dropped $6 and sold from $194 to $250/head or 780c to 820c/kg on average and the extra heavy weights topped at $272/head.

The best for hoggets reached $172/head and was $20/head cheaper. Mutton numbers also lifted and there were more light and medium weight ewes in one and two score condition.

Prices were $15 to $30/head softer, medium weight ewes sold from $100 to $160 and heavy crossbred ewes reached $240 and Merinos $193/head.

Merino wethers made to $203/head and most of the medium and heavy weights averaged 540c to 620c/kg.

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On the local sale front, we have a special feature store cattle sale in Cooma on Friday, 30 May with decent numbers expected, so talk with your local agent to make a booking for this sale.

On the sheep front, killable shorn lambs are still coming onto the market as they’re finished on some

crops and reach the ideal weights.

Buyers are paying a premium for well shorn, well covered crossbred lambs.

Mutton is also tracking along exceptionally well given the numbers on the market. Particularly heavy mutton, seeing sales over $200 if the article is right.

However, one specific breed managed to maintain its value better than others. The trade cattle market saw limited activity, with prices ranging from 310 to 383c/kg.

Medium weight feeder steers gathered keen interest, particularly when they belonged to a specific breed.

This demand helped bolster the average prices within this category, with medium weights selling between 310c and 438c/kg.

The enthusiasm for these steers was notable with all buyers chasing weight.

Lighter weight feeder steers, specifically those weighing between 330-400kg, experienced a significant price drop, selling for 38c cheaper than previous weeks, averaging 373c/kg.

The medium weight feeder heifer market was well supplied, leading to a price decrease of 18c/kg. In the lighter weight category, prices

dipped by two cents, averaging 336c/kg.

Lightweight weaner steers, weighing between 200-280kg, faced a notable decline of 55c, with prices ranging from 320 to 436c/kg.

The heifer portion of this weight category sold within a range of 250 to 340c/kg.

In the export market, the availability of heavy cattle, particularly heavy steers and bullocks, was limited.

Prices for these cattle ranged from 303 to 400c, while heavy heifers reached a top price of 398c/kg.

A total of 2,415 cows of various weights and grades were offered, but prices experienced a decline of 20 to 30c/kg across the board.

Heavy cows sold within the range of 280 to 310c/kg, while leaner cows fetched prices between 210 and 290c/kg.

Store cow numbers increased and they sold from 190c to 292c/kg.

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Recent Cooma cattle and weaner sales have seen increased numbers. The next sale is at the end of the month with a store cattle sale.

Current conditions see yarding record for Wagga cattle sale

Merino wethers reach $203/head LAMB numbers lifted and the quality was plainer with a influx of one and two score lambs at last week’s Yass sheep sale.

There were more light Merinos and secondary trade weights with only a limited supply of well finished trade and heavy weights. All the usual buyers were operating in a cheaper market.

The light Merino lambs sold from $10 to $64/head and restocking lambs up to 20kg sold from $98 to $136/head.

Shorn feeder lambs 18 to 22kg sold from $159 to $174/head.

The trade lambs were back $6 to $8/head selling from $141 to $193/head and averaged

of older cows and ewes, as well as surplus pregnant stock that producers don’t want to have to carry through winter.

We are seeing some excellent lines of PTIC heifers hitting the market, so please reach out if you’re chasing a few more to bolster your own numbers.

lines of stock and some uncertainly of the season, in particular in the Riverina/Upper Murray.

Looking forward, this time of year is typically when the Monaro producers start to try and conserve what feed they have for the winter months.

We are seeing the normal sell-off

Feb-25

LIVESTOCK markets are holding this month even with a big influx of numbers being seen in saleyards across the country, in particular Wagga Wagga, with 75,000 sheep and lambs last week and 8600 cattle last week.

There are still high volumes of cattle and sheep being pushed onto the market with the drier conditions being seen in NSW and Victoria, coupled with the winter fast approaching, yet the market is absorbing these quite well so far.

Processors are handling the volumes well with most sheep processors still only being out one to two weeks for space.

Market confidence is buoyant on kill stock, with well-finished, wellpresented lambs and cattle being sought after. Yet restocking animals are still hit-and-miss with buyers being particular about what article they acquire, wanting to select large

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6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dateline.

2.30 Insight. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers.

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.40 Mysteries Of Sink Holes. 9.35 The Handmaid’s Tale. 10.35 SBS World News Late. 11.05 My Brilliant Friend. 12.00 The Wall: Cover Your Tracks. 2.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Law & Order: UK. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Storage Wars. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30 Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Code Black. 3.00 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. 4.00 Puppy School. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 MOVIE: Sweet Home Alabama. (2002) 10.55 First Dates UK. 2.00 10 Years Younger In 10 Days. 3.00 Army Wives. 4.00 First Dates UK.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Tough Tested. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 2.30 Numb3rs. 3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.30 The Weekly Kick-Off. 11.00 My Life Is Murder. 11.55 Jake And The Fatman. 12.50 Shopping. 2.20 48 Hours.

4.10 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 ER. 2.50 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 Unforgotten. 10.10 Friday Night Dinner. 10.35 ER. 11.20 Breeders. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures.

4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach.

7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Abbott Elementary.

9.25 Doctor Who. 11.10 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Planet America. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 7.30 Skippy. 8.00 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Midsomer Murders. 2.00 New Tricks. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Last Days Of Dolwyn. (1949) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Yes, Prime Minister. 8.40 Midsomer Murders.

10.40 The Closer. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.30 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.05 WorldWatch. 5.05 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 6.00 Alone Denmark.

7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Keanu Reeves: Pop Messiah. 9.30 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 5. 1.35 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News.

12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 House Of Games.

3.30 Grand Designs: Streets. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Gruen. Return.

8.35 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering.

9.05 Planet America. 9.40 Big Boys. 10.05 Mayfair Witches. 10.50 Late Programs.

ABC

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SBS

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 MOVIE: A Zest For Death: A Hannah Swensen Mystery. (2023) 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 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. 10.30 The Amazing Race. 12.00 Raines. 1.00 Travel Oz. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Hundred With Andy Lee. 1.00 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. 1.30 Young Sheldon.

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 Rugby League.

Women’s State Of Origin. Game 2. New South Wales v Queensland. 9.35 NRL Women’s State Of Origin Post-Match.

10.00 9News Late. 10.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Taskmaster Australia.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. 9.40 The Graham Norton Show. 10.50 10’s Late News.

11.15 The Project. 12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.55 Alone Australia. 3.00 Living Black. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 History’s Greatest Mysteries.

8.20 Liberation: D-Day To Berlin. 9.15 Sherlock & Daughter. 10.10 SBS World News Late. 10.40 Carmen Curlers. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency.

4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Grace. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries.

11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 10. Gold Coast Suns v Hawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Code Black. 3.00 House Of Wellness. 4.00 Puppy School. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares. 10.30 First Dates UK. 12.45 Kitchen Nightmares. 2.00 Fresh TV. 2.30 Kitchen Nightmares. 3.30 First Dates UK. 5.30 Fresh TV.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Tough Tested. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 2.30 Numb3rs.

3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 My Life Is Murder. 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 48 Hours. 4.05 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement.

1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker.

5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends.

8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Becker. 10.00 Frasier.

11.00 Rules Of Engagement. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.25 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 3.05 Doctor Who. 4.05 QI. 4.35 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.10 Would I Lie To You? 9.10 The Weekly. 9.40 Gruen.

10.15 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 11.05 Planet America. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.00 Play School. 4.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Thomas And Friends.

5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.25 Saved By The Barn. 10.05 Merlin. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Aust Story. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 The Pacific. Final. 1.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

11.30 My Favorite Martian.

12.00 Midsomer Murders. 2.00 Yes, Prime Minister. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Queen Of Spades. (1949) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 Emergency. 9.30 A+E Crash Scene Emergency. 10.30 Panic 9-1-1. New. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.25 Insight. 3.30 BBC News At Ten. 4.00 ABC World News Tonight. 4.25 PBS News. 5.25 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 6.20 Over The Black Dot. 6.50 Jeopardy! 7.20 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 6. 1.35 Dark Side Of The Ring. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

THURSDAY, MAY 15

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Sherwood. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 House Of Games. 3.30 Grand Designs: Streets. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Grand Designs UK. Return. 8.50 Martin Clunes: Islands Of The Atlantic.

New. 9.35 The Kimberley. 10.30 Late Programs.

ABC

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 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 Better Homes And Gardens.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. Sydney v Carlton. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show.

11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 House Of Wellness. 12.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Kidnapped In Paradise. (2021) 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 Rugby League. NRL. Round 11. Canterbury Bulldogs v Sydney Roosters. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.45 MOVIE: Into The Blue. (2005) 12.50 Drive TV: Launch Pad. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Judge Judy.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 House Hunters Australia. 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 The Project. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Military Strongholds. 3.00 Nula. 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.05 Jeopardy!

4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurovision: Access All Areas. 10.00 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. 11.10 Atlantic Crossing. 12.15 Rex In Rome. 2.05 The Head. 3.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep.

2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Animal SOS Australia.

3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes.

5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 House Of Wellness. 9.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 The Car Club. 2.30 Desert Collectors. 3.30 Timbersports. 4.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers.

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Motorway Patrol. 8.30 MOVIE: Bridesmaids.

(2011) 11.05 MOVIE: Robin Hood: Prince Of Thieves. (1991) 2.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Code Black. 3.00 Ed And Karen’s Recipes For Success. 4.00 Puppy School. 4.30 Frogger.

5.30 The Amazing Race. 7.00 MOVIE: The Karate Kid. (1984) 9.40 MOVIE: Shanghai Knights. (2003) 12.05 MOVIE: Great Day. (1945) 1.40 Shopping. 2.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Tough Tested. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 2.30 Numb3rs.

3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 My Life Is Murder. 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 48 Hours. 4.05 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement.

1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker.

5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Friends. 7.30 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning.

(2023) 10.30 Becker. 11.00 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.25 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 2.50 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters.

5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home.

6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 MOVIE: Focus. (2015) 10.20 ER. 11.05 Breeders. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures.

4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach.

7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars: Battle Of The Stars. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News.

4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Evening News. 8.00 Planet America: Weekend Edition. 8.45 News Tonight. 9.00 The World.

9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 Nightly News.

10.30 Asia News Week. 11.00 News. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Are You Being Served? 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: A Man About The House. (1947) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 West Coast Cops. 8.30 MOVIE: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. (2015) 10.55 MOVIE: Going In Style. (2017) 12.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.20 Cancelled! 2.50 Over The Black Dot. 3.25 BBC News At Ten. 3.55 ABC World News Tonight. 4.20 PBS News.

5.20 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 6.15 If You Are The One. 7.15 Jeopardy! 7.45 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 7. 1.35 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

FRIDAY, MAY 16

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News.

1.00 Bay Of Fires. 2.00 Restoration Aust.

3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games.

3.25 Grand Designs: The Streets. Final.

4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. 8.30 Sherwood. Final.

9.30 Gruen. 10.05 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering. 10.35 Late Programs.

Classifications: (P) Preschoolers (C) Children (G) General (PG) Parental Guidance (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence Consumer Advice: (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence. Please note: Listings are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by networks.

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ABC

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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend.

12.00 Horse Racing. Andrew Ramsden Race Day. Scone Cup Carnival. Doomben 10,000 Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Americas.

8.00 MOVIE: Jurassic Park. (1993) Sam Neill, Laura Dern. 10.25 MOVIE: Predator.

(1987) Arnold Schwarzenegger. 12.40 The Black Donnellys. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Destination WA. 12.30 Drive TV: Launch Pad. Final.

1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 Young Sheldon. 2.00 The Floor. 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Holiday Home Makeover With Rachel & Ryan. 8.30 MOVIE: Quantum Of Solace. (2008) Daniel Craig. 10.40 MOVIE: Rambo: Last Blood.

(2019) 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.10 GCBC. 12.30 The Yes Experiment. 1.00 Roads Less Travelled. 1.30 What’s Up Down Under. 2.00 Buy To Build. 2.30 Food Trail: South Africa. 3.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 GCBC. 5.00 News.

6.30 The Dog House Australia. 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia. 8.40 House Hunters Australia. 9.40 Ambulance Australia. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Women’s race.

H’lights. 3.00 Heroines. 3.30 Gymnastics.

FIG World Cup. H’lights. 4.30 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights.

5.30 How To Lose A War. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurovision: Access All Areas.

10.00 The Day The Rock Star Died: David Bowie. 10.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys. 11.30 Homicide: Life On The Street. 2.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 9.30 Better Homes. 11.00 Harry’s Practice. 11.30 GetOn Extra. 12.00 Impossible Builds. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 3.00 Better Homes. 4.00 Escape To The Country.

6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country.

11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 12.30 My Greek Odyssey. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Nitro Funny Cars. Riverbend Nationals. 4.00 Storage Wars: Barry’s Best Buys. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Football. AFL. Round 10. GWS Giants v Fremantle. 9.00 Storage Wars. 9.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 10.30 When Big Things Go Wrong. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Drop Dead Weird.

10.00 Weekender. 10.30 Weekender. 11.00 The Goldbergs. 11.30 Jabba’s Movies. 12.20 Dream Home. 1.50 Zumbo’s Just Desserts.

3.00 Starstruck. 4.25 Dodger. 5.25 MOVIE: Isle Of Dogs. (2018) 7.30 MOVIE: Green Book.

(2018) 10.10 MOVIE: What Women Want.

(2000) 12.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 9.00 Tough Tested. 10.00 On The Fly. 10.30 Navigating The World. 11.30 Judge Judy. 12.00 Jake And The Fatman. 1.00 Numb3rs. 3.00 JAG. 5.00 Escape Fishing.

5.30 JAG. 7.30 Soccer. A-League Men. Semi-Final. Leg 1. 10.00 NCIS. 12.45 NCIS: Origins. 1.40 In The Dark. 2.35 Reel Action.

3.05 JAG. 5.00 Shopping.

6.00 Bold. 8.30 Wheel Of Fortune. 10.00 Ridiculousness. 11.00 GCBC. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 2.00 Ridiculousness. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Friends.

6.30 The Big Bang Theory.

10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Ridiculousness. 12.30 South Park. 1.00 Shopping. 1.30 South Park. 3.00 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.40 Doctor Who. 3.25 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.05 A Bite To Eat. 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Lloyd Langford: Blunt. 9.05 Gavin & Stacey. 10.35 ER. 11.20 Rage. 12.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 2.45 Fizzy And Suds. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Octonauts. 3.55 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Tabby McTat. 5.35 Peter Rabbit. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.30 Kids Baking C’ship. 8.10 Chopped Jnr. 8.55 The Piano. 9.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.35 Dragon Ball Super. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 News. 2.30 Breakfast Couch.

3.00 News. 3.30 If You’re Listening. 3.50 News. 4.15 Planet America: Weekend Edition.

5.00 News. 5.30 Asia News Week. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Aust Story. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Back Roads. 8.00 News Tonight.

8.15 Four Corners. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Foreign Correspondent. 10.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.50 MOVIE: A Hill In Korea.

(1956) 2.20 MOVIE: Flight From Ashiya.

(1964) 4.30 Rugby Union. Women’s Pacific Four Series. Game 4. Australia v USA. 7.00 Rugby Union. Super Rugby Pacific. Round 14. ACT Brumbies v Queensland Reds.

9.30 Super Rugby Pacific Post-Match. 9.45 MOVIE: Plane. (2023) 11.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

1.30 Who Gets To Stay In Australia? 2.40 BBC News At Ten. 3.10 ABC World News Tonight. 3.40 PBS News.

4.45 Over The Black Dot. 5.15 Mastermind Aust. 6.15 Impossible Engineering. 8.05 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 8. 1.35 Miniseries: Sirius. 2.30 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

SATURDAY, MAY 17

6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Call The Midwife. 2.30 Spicks And Specks. 4.05 The Piano. 5.10 Landline.

5.40 Australian Story. 6.10 Father Brown.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Call The Midwife.

9.30 Bergerac.

10.20 Hard Quiz Battle Of The Influencers.

10.50 The Split: Barcelona. Final. 11.50 Rage.

ABC

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6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise.

10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend.

12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 Jabba’s Movies. 3.00 To Be Advised. 4.30 Highway Cops. 5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The 1% Club. 8.00 7NEWS Spotlight. 9.00 24 Hours In Police Custody. 10.10 Crime Investigation Australia. 11.30 Autopsy USA. 12.30 Shades Of Blue. 1.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show.

1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. 2.00 Surf Boats. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 11. Canberra Raiders v Gold Coast Titans. 6.00 9News Sunday.

7.00 Travel Guides. 8.30 60 Minutes. 9.30 The Killer Interview With Piers Morgan.

10.30 9News Late. 11.00 See No Evil.

11.50 Surf Boats. 12.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Pooches At Play. 11.00 My Market Kitchen. 11.30 Roads Less Travelled. 12.00 MasterChef Australia. 1.10 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 1.30 Cook With Luke.

2.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. 2.30 All 4 Adventure. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 Lingo.

5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 MasterChef Australia. 8.15 House Hunters Australia. 9.15 FBI. 11.05 The Sunday Project. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gymnastics. FIG World Cup. H’lights. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 5.30 The Seabees On Iwo Jima. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Eurovision: Access All Areas. 12.00 MOVIE: Amazing Grace.

(2018) 1.35 24 Hours In Emergency.

4.20 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Animal SOS Australia.

3.00 Better Homes. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard.

11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN: Best Of. 1.00 Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Fishy Business. 2.30 AFL Pre-Game. 3.00 Football.

AFL. Round 10. Brisbane Lions v Melbourne.

6.00 The Wash Up. 7.00 Border Security.

8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Legacy. (2012) 11.15 MOVIE: The Darkest Minds. (2018) 1.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Drop Dead Weird. 10.00 Dream Home. 11.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 1.00 Starstruck. 2.00 A Moveable Feast. 2.40 Home And Away. 4.30 Baking It. 5.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters.

6.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Bones. 12.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Tough Tested. 9.00 Reel Action.

9.30 What’s Up Down Under. 10.00 4x4 Adventures. 11.00 Escape Fishing. 11.30 I Fish. 12.00 Pooches At Play. 12.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 1.30 MasterChef Aust. 2.40 Numb3rs. 3.35 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 SEAL Team. 11.15 Bull. 2.00 NCIS: LA. 3.00 48 Hours. 4.00 JAG.

6.00 Deal Or No Deal.

8.00 Frasier. 10.00 Ridiculousness. 11.00 Stephen Colbert.

2.00 Ridiculousness. 3.00 Frasier. 4.00 Friends. 6.30 The Big Bang Theory.

9.30 Frasier.

10.30 Ridiculousness. 11.30 South Park.

12.30 Shopping. 1.30 South Park. 2.30 Shopping.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.35 ER. 3.20 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Lucy Worsley Investigates. Return. 9.00 Planet America: Weekend Edition. 9.45 Offsiders.

10.20 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 3.00 Play School. 3.30 Peppa Pig. 3.55 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior.

5.10 Daniel Tiger’s. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat.

9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless.

10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 News. 2.30 Australian Story.

3.00 ABC News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline.

5.00 ABC News With Auslan. 5.30 ABC News Regional. 6.00 Evening News. 6.30 Stateline.

7.00 National News. 7.30 Insiders. 8.40 If You’re Listening. 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Aust Story. 10.00 Late News Weekend. 10.30 Compass. 11.00 News. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

8.30 The Incredible Journey.

9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. 12.00 Getaway. 12.30 Dad’s Army. 1.00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries.

2.15 MOVIE: Orders To Kill. (1958) 4.30 MOVIE: Beachhead. (1954) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Hunter Killer. (2018) 10.45 The Closer. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

3.05 Jeopardy! 5.10 ABC World News Tonight. 5.35 PBS Washington Week. 6.00 Abandoned Engineering. 7.50 Science Fiction Revolution. 8.50 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 9. 1.35 Letterkenny. 2.35 NHK World English News.

5.00 Al Jazeera.

SUNDAY, MAY 18

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 The World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 The Piano. 3.30 Grand Designs UK. 4.40 The Kimberley. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 The Piano. 8.30 Bergerac. 9.15 Reunion. New. 10.15 MOVIE: Judy And Punch. (2019) 12.00 Late Programs.

ABC

SEVEN

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 MOVIE: A Criminal Affair. (2021) 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 Farmer Wants A Wife. 9.05 9-1-1: Lone Star. 10.05 Suits L.A. 11.05 The Agenda Setters. 12.05 Treadstone.

1.05 Travel Oz. 1.35 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Lifeguard’s Obsession. (2023) 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 Floor. 8.45 100% Footy. 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 Aussie Road Train Truckers.

11.15 Gypsy Rose: Life After Lockup. 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Hello SA. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon. 4.00 Neighbours.

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MasterChef Australia.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention?

9.40 Making Mission: Impossible. 10.10 10’s Late News. 10.35 Taskmaster Australia. 11.45 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Death In The Tower: King Richard. 3.00 Travel Shooters. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers.

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Stockholm With Michael Portillo. New. 8.25 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Albania And The Adriatic. 9.20 Inside Windsor Castle. 10.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Great Australian Doorstep.

1.30 Australia’s Best Backyards. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Shetland. 11.10 Born To Kill?

12.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 NDRC Nitro Funny Cars.

Riverbend Nationals. Replay. 3.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Support Races. Dunlop Series. H’lights. 4.00 Aussie Lobster Men. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars.

6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars.

8.00 Outback Opal Hunters. 9.00 Gem Hunters Down Under. 10.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Mystic. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Code Black. 2.45 New Idea Test Kitchen. 3.15 Farmer Wants A Wife. 4.40 Jabba’s Movies. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 9.30 Law & Order True Crime: The Menendez Murders.

10.30 Bones. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Reel Action. 9.30 Everyday Gourmet. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 2.30 Numb3rs. 3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.20 My Life Is Murder. 11.15 Jake And The Fatman. 12.15 Shopping. 2.15 Numb3rs.

3.10 NCIS: LA. 4.05 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.20 ER. 3.10 Doctor Who. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.20 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 9.45 MythBusters.

10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures.

4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach.

7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 The Crystal Maze.

9.25 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”.

9.50 Merlin. 10.35 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.30 Stateline. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 The Business. 12.30 Q+A. Final. 1.30 News. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Midsomer Murders.

2.00 Dad’s Army. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow.

3.30 MOVIE: The Fallen Idol. (1948) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Madame Blanc Mysteries. 9.40 Harry Wild.

10.50 The Closer. 11.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

4.05 WorldWatch. 6.00 Alone Denmark. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnBelievable.

Return. 10.10 The Weekly Football Wrap.

10.40 Alone Australia. 11.45 Secrets Of The Chippendales Murders. 12.40 QAnon: The Search For Q. 1.35 Big Backyard Quiz. 2.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

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MONDAY, MAY 19

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Landline. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 3.00 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 3.30 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 A Bite To Eat With Alice. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 Q+A. Final. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show.

12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon.

1.00 To Be Advised. 2.35 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 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 Farmer Wants A Wife. 9.10 Doc. 10.10 Accused. 11.10 The Agenda Setters. 12.10 The Act. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping.

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Floor. 1.15 My Way. 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 Floor. 8.45 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators. 9.45 9News Late. 10.15 Wild Cards. 11.15 The Equalizer. 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Family Feud. 1.00 10 News First: Lunchtime. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. 3.30 10 News First: Afternoon.

4.00 Neighbours. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 MasterChef Australia. 8.40 The Cheap Seats. 9.40 The Inspired Unemployed: The List. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. 12.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 I Am Not A Number. 2.25 Going Places. 2.55 The Weekly Football Wrap. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Scotland’s Riverwoods. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.05 SBS World News Late. 10.35 Living Black. 11.05 Snow. 12.00 The Lesson.

2.25 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Medical Emergency. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Medical Emergency. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Ludwig. 8.45 Foyle’s War. 10.55 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.55 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Gem Hunters Down Under.

3.30 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Cities Of The Underworld. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.00 Train Rescue Down Under.

New. 9.00 Outback Truckers. 10.00 Railroad Australia. 11.00 Deadliest Roads. 12.00 Late Programs.

6.00 Get Clever. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Code Black. 3.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. 4.30 Puppy School. 5.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 CSI. 8.30 CSI: Miami. 9.30 CSI: New York.

10.30 CSI: Cyber. 11.30 Bones. 12.30 Lie To Me. 1.30 Alias. 2.30 Army Wives.

6.00 Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Tough Tested. 9.30 Jake And The Fatman. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 In The Dark. 2.30 Numb3rs. 3.30 Jake And The Fatman. 4.30 Numb3rs. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles.

12.15 Jake And The Fatman. 1.10 Shopping.

2.10 Numb3rs. 3.10 NCIS: LA. 4.05 JAG.

6.00 Morning Programs.

12.00 Stephen Colbert.

1.00 Rules Of Engagement. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier.

6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 10.00 Becker. 10.30 Frasier. 11.30 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 ER. 2.55 Doctor Who. 3.40 A Bite To Eat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 George Clarke’s Old House, New Home. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 Hard Quiz.

7.35 QI. 8.05 Would I Lie To You? 8.40 The Cleaner. 9.05 Big Boys. 9.35 Upper Middle Bogan. 10.55 ER. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.00 Andy’s Safari Adventures.

4.25 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach.

7.05 Dino Dex. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 7.50 The Inbestigators. 8.05 Operation Ouch! 8.40 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. New. 9.20 Croc Watch. 10.05 Merlin. 10.55 Late Programs.

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 12.00 News. 1.00 ABC News Day. 2.25 Interest Rate Decision. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 News Tonight. 8.45 The Business.

9.00 The World. 10.00 Nightly News. 10.15 Four Corners. 11.00 News. 11.30 7.30. 12.00 News. 12.15 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 Midsomer Murders.

2.00 Death In Paradise. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Count Of Monte-Cristo. (1975) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 The Chelsea Detective.

10.40 The Closer. 11.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Morning Programs.

2.35 Cryptoland. 3.10 BBC News At Ten. 3.40 ABC World News Tonight. 4.10 PBS News. 5.10 Forged In Fire: Best Of. 6.00 Alone Denmark. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The UnXplained. 9.15 Cycling. UCI World Tour.

Giro d’Italia. Stage 10. 1.35 Shoresy. 1.55 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

TUESDAY, MAY 20

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News.

1.00 Call The Midwife. 2.00 Restoration Aust. 2.55 House Of Games. 3.25 Grand Designs: House Of The Year. 4.15 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next. 5.00 A Bite To Eat. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Claire Hooper’s House Of Games. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 The Kimberley.

8.50 David Attenborough’s Galapagos.

9.40 Australia’s Wild Odyssey. 10.40 Late Programs.

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Welcome home to Whinstone Valley A WONDERFUL opportunity to secure the strategically located Whinstone Valley in the heart of the Monaro district. This property is situated only 56 km northeast of Cooma and 110km south of Canberra in the higher end rainfall area securing an annual average in excess of 700mm or 28 inches.

The current custodians of Whinstone Valley is the Stephens family who have had continuous ownership since 1964. Prior to this the main house was operated as the local post office and telephone exchange.

Bill and Sue are very keen to share the property history. The name Whinstone is a term used to describe a hard dark-coloured rock such as basalt.

Whinstone Valley is a well-established holding offering excellent production for both cattle and sheep breeding and fattening operations. There

is approximately 500 hectares of improved pastures, 230 hectares of native pastures and around 260 hectares of timbered bush country.

Up until 2008 the main operation was a self-replacing Merino flock with cull ewes joined for prime lamb production and a small Angus herd of 30 to 40 cows. There was a comprehensive fertiliser program in place using both single super and single super+ mo. The conservative carrying capacity at this time was estimated to be 3500 D.S.E. The improved granite pastures have been predominately sown to phalaris, cocksfoot, fescue, ryegrass and clovers.

There are scattered gums providing excellent shelter for the livestock.

Fencing is also a feature with the property subdivided into 31 paddocks consisting of netting, hinge joint and plain wire together with electric fences.

There is approximately 7 .5 km of new

boundary fencing which was replaced after the January 2020 fires. Also, around 11.5km of internal fences were repaired or upgraded.

Water security is a feature of this farm with the permanent Frogs Hole creek and semi-permanent Cutmore creek.

There are 33 spring fed and catchment dams as well as a solarpowered bore pump servicing nine troughs. The house water is gravity fed from a 44,000-litre tank off the woolshed.

In 2008 a decision was made to semi-retire and sell all the sheep and run a herd of 50 Angus cows with agistment stock. The agistment stock consisted of 150 cows and calves plus more recently up to 400 sheep.

This property has always been lovingly cared for by the Stephens family.

Improvements included: • Two bedroom weatherboard home C 1890 • Three bedroom weatherboard/ fibro cottage C 1950 • Three stand modern raised board shearing shed.

• Two sets of sheep yards • Steel and timber cattle yards with a crush • Machinery shed and workshop • Kotzur cone bottom silo • Large flat bottom silo • Small holding paddocks adjacent to yards • The Peak View road provides for an excellent laneway for stock movement Whinstone Valley is for sale at $4,000,000.00. Call the exclusive selling agents to secure an inspection.

eldersrealestate.com.au

‘WHINSTONE VALLEY’ Jerangle/Monaro, NSW | 961 HA / 2,374 AC

A wonderful opportunity to purchase a prime grazing property on the Monaro • Ideally located 56km north east of Cooma • Suited to cattle and sheep grazing • High Rainfall-Average 700 mm or 28 inches • Improved granite pastures & native grasses • Gently undulating paddocks, scattered gums providing ideal shelter • Double frontage to Peak View Road • Two bedroom weatherboard home C1890 • Three bedroom weatherboard/fibro cottage C1950 • Three stand raised board shearing shed, two sets of sheep yards • Steel/timber cattle yards with Vet crush • Well fenced into 31 paddocks • Machinery shed & workshop, 2 silos • Conservatively estimated to carry 3,500 DSE. Call the exclusive selling agents to secure an inspection.

For Sale $4,000,000

Tim Schofield 0428 526 733 Sam Green 0428 973 520 Elders Cooma eldersrealestate.com.au/300P179034

*Approx.

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Lifestyle is all about choice ADDRESS: 2 Keys Street, Bombala ASKING: $500,000 LOOKING for something far from the maddening crowd but need to be close to town? This property could be your answer.

Occupying a delightful position on a no through road, this property has a lot to offer. The house features two very spacious bedrooms with built-in robes, good sized lounge room with pellet heater and reverse cycle air conditioner, that opens out onto the large deck, modern kitchen with all the trimmings, dining room and bathroom/laundry.

The deck looks out over Bombala and the local countryside and has plenty of space for outdoor living/entertaining.

The house yard is securely fenced with a Colourbond fence and has established lawns and gardens and includes a fenced dog run.

Outside the house yard in a utility area is loads of shedding with a three-bay garage with concrete floor and power connected, carport and shed with sliding glass door entry that is an ideal mancave, teenage retreat, guest bedroom or just secure storage, large chicken coop and woodsheds.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine space and privacy, so book your inspection today.

FOR SALE

AUCTION

Lot 44 Cathcart Road, Cathcart The Pines

29th May 11am - Bombala Golf Club

130 Vaughans Road, Ando The beauty of Beaumont

Asking: $660,000

The Pines with highly fertile basalt soils and high average rainfall is consistently

Beaumont is a wonderful lifestyle opportunity on the Southern Monaro.

performing fattening country for sheep and cattle.

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3.94ha/9.736ac fenced into 4 paddocks suitable for hobby farm

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Renovated main house with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open living areas with timber

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346.33ha/855.781ac subdivided into 14 main paddocks

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50% pasture improved

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4 stand shearing shed with mains power

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Reticulated water system with 14 troughs

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Fencing in good to excellent condition

floors •

Adjacent outbuilding contains 4th bedroom and second bathroom

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Secure water with good rain water storage, 1 dam and reliable bore

Pines is an ideal stand-alone or fattening property. The combination of rainfall, quality

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Double car garage, chicken coop, established lawns and gardens

soil and location in one package is hard to overlook and commands an inspection.

Embrace the beauty of Beaumont and book your inspections today!

Located in an easily accessible location with the benefit of being highly productive, The

Christine McIntosh Real Estate Sales

Bombala

M 0427 584 004

E christine.mcintosh@nh.com.au

Frances Lomas

Property Management

M 0436 419 594

E frances.lomas@nutrien.com.au

P 02 6458 3558 | 144 Maybe Street, Bombala | nutrienharcourts.com.au

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FOOTY TIPPING COMP 2025 Flynn’s Wrecking Yard....................................... 50 Snowy Mountains Transport......................... 48 Nutrien Ag Solutions Cooma ......................... 48 Snowy Mountains Tree Service ....................47 Brian Geach Electrical ...................................... 44 Alpine Ford ............................................................. 44 Rees Automotive Repairs................................ 43 Monaro Freight..................................................... 43 Cooma Toyota....................................................... 42

ROUND 10 LEADERBOARD

Snowy Mountains Laundry & Linen Hire.. 42 One Agency Jodi Alexander .............................41 Bendoc Hotel..........................................................41 South East Tile & Bathroom Centre ............41 Cooma Mitre 10 ................................................... 40 Cooma Battery Wholesalers.......................... 40 Delegate Hotel...................................................... 40 Monaro Wool Services ..................................... 40 Jindabyne Butchery............................................ 39

11 ROUND

McDonald’s Cooma............................................ 39 Cooma Ex Services Club.................................. 39 Up She Goes........................................................... 39 Laszlo’s Automotive .......................................... 38 Club Bombala........................................................ 38 Jindabyne Bowling Club.....................................37 Jindabyne Sand & Gravel ................................. 32

Friday, May 16th At McDonald Jones Stadium Newcastle vs Paramatta

Saturday, May 17 At Suncorp Stadium Dolphins vs Warriors

Saturday, May 17 At Sharks Stadium Cronulla vs Melbourne

Sunday, May 18 At GIO Stadium Canberra vs Gold Coast

Friday, May 16th At Accor Stadium canterbury vs Sydney

Saturday, May 17 At Qld Country Bank Stadium North Qld vs Manly

Sunday, May 18 At Suncorp Stadium Brisbane vs St George Illa

Sunday, May 18 At Campbelltown Stadium Wests Tigers vs South Sydney

THE MICKEY THOMPSON TYRES LEADERBOARD A mixed bag of results this week, with our first tie of the season between the Cowboys and Panthers. Points were given for both teams.

Top performer & the only 8 from 8 was Snowy Mountains Transport. Nice job!

Flynn’s is still in the lead with 50, with SMT & Nutrien Ag Cooma sitting on 48.

Parramatta Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra Wests Tigers

Parramatta Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra Wests Tigers

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TOTAL

48

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TOTAL

47

PREMIERSHIP PICK

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Newcastle Canterbury Warriors North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra Wests Tigers

Parramatta Canterbury Warriors Manly Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

Newcastle Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

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TOTAL

50

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TOTAL

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POINTS

Newcastle Sydney Dolphins North Qld Cronulla Brisbane Canberra Wests Tigers

3

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44

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Newcastle Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

3

TOTAL

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Parramatta Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

2

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Newcastle Canterbury Warriors North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

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Newcastle Canterbury Warriors Manly Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

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Parramatta Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Melbourne Brisbane Canberra South Sydney

Newcastle Canterbury Dolphins North Qld Cronulla Brisbane Canberra Wests Tigers

Parramatta Sydney Warriors Manly Melbourne St George Illawarra Gold Coast South Sydney

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GARDINER, Janet May. Passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025 at Sir Leslie Moreshead Manor, Lyneham ACT. Formerly of Cromwell Street, Cooma.

Aged 93 years.

Dearly loved wife of Percy (dec).

Mother and mother-in-law to Bernie and Steve (dec), David and Di, Philip and Cheryl, Nigel and Wendy, Michael and Beth, Beth and Jonty.

Grandmother to 14 children.

Great-grandmother to 10 children.

It is with deep sadness we mark the passing of a much loved and respected member of our local community.

An admired history teacher at Monaro High School from 1960-1961 and then 1968-1994.

Bruce was a knowledgeable botanist, avid gardener and keen fly fisherman.

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Survived by his sons James, David and Peter and seven grandchildren.

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A service for Bruce will be held at the Raglan Gallery, 11 Lambie Street, Cooma TOMORROW Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11am and later for drinks and a snack at the Cooma Ex-Services Club at 13.30pm.

D'AMICO, Giulio.

Passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Cooma Hospital.

Formerly of Waggun Street, Cooma.

Aged 89 years.

Dearly loved husband of Maureen (dec).

Father and father-in-law of Riccardo and Elizabeth, Eddy and Julie and David and Michelle.

Adored grandfather to Keegan, Aaron, Javana, Isobella, Ryan, Bradley, Ilaria, Claudia and Lucas.

The relatives and friends of the late Giulio D'Amico are invited to attend his funeral service to be held in the St Patrick's Catholic Church, Cooma, on Monday, May 19, 2025 commencing at 10am.

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First round of Bombala handicap singles results in close scores ROUND One of the Bombala Bowling Club Championship Handicap Singles was held with top notch bowling and some close scores.

Scott Brotherton (10 handicap) played Ray Fermor (16), Ray took charge of the match from the first bowl, Brotherton was not able to get into the game until the seventh end clawing back a few shots but he was outclassed Fermor who took the match 2616.

Bailey Jones (14) played Herbie Elliott (18). Jones came out fast and furious not conceding a shot to Elliot un-

til the 11th end leading 14-2.

The next six ends fluctuated between the players with Jones only needing one shot to win the game, Elliot showed his experience taking the next five ends, but Jones got the winning shot 21-15.

Bert Ingram (16) played Art Frances (4) and both players had a slow start but Frances eventually bowled some great drawing shots on two ends, scoring three each time.

Ingram fought back taking the next two ends but Frances had his eye in and won

the final six ends taking the game 23-6.

Barry Crouch (14) played Warrick Ingram (2) with Crouch’s experience showing as he took control of the game only conceding three shots to Ingram by the 15th end leading 30-3.

Ingram battled taking a few shots in the final ends but Crouch outclassed him winning 33-8.

Mark Guthrie (6) met Karen Brownlie (4) and despite the close handicap Brownlie was outplayed from the onset with Guthrie taking the first six ends 9-1.

Both players were drawing some close shots over the next seven ends with Guthrie leading 16-9, then taking the final four ends to win 25-9.

Aurora Reed (4) played Athol Dent (18) with Dent showing his skill and outclassing Reed, leading 19-1 by the 12th end.

The game fluctuated with each player winning six ends, each 33-9 but Dent was scoring more shots and only needed two shots to take the game.

Reed didn’t falter and came out with some great bowls during the next four

ends, reducing the deficit to 33-16, but Dent scored the required two shots to take the game 35-16.

Noel Batey (14) played Joyce Cotterill (4) and took charge from the beginning of the game with his great drawing shots, scoring maximum four shots on two ends.

Cotterill fought back but his lead was too great by the 10th - 17-3.

The game then see sawed with players winning alternate ends.

Cotterill decreased the lead but with each player only scoring one or two shots

it didn’t change the outcome with Batey taking the game 32-17.

Cary Elton (16) played Matt Cootes (2) who came out strong with some great drawing shots taking the lead 6-1.

On the fifth end, Elton reduced the deficit by the 11th to 8 -all.

The score fluctuated for the next 10 ends with Cootes slowly keeping the score within two to maintain his handicap, and Elton conceding the game on the 24th to Matt 22-21.

Tony Shaw (14) forfeited to Brad Tonks (10).

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Celebrating all things Cooma rugby FOR Cooma Red Devils life member, Marcus Caldwell, old boy’s day is one of the great days of the year.

The occasion comes together largely through the hard work of Caldwell, who brings together past players, supporters and rugby lovers.

This year, the day is less about the ‘Old boys’.

Caldwell has arranged for a large marque at Rotary Oval to house the 200 plus people expected to attend.

It will be the first time the main lunch and pre-game activities are held at the ground.

With the club boasting a women’s side for the first time since the early 2000s, female players and the women of the club will join in the lunch and festivities.

Starting at 11.30am, a ticket secures a sit-down meal, beverage package and chance to hear from former Wallaby, John Langford.

There will be junior matches in the morning before the senior fi tures in the afternoon. Both the women’s side and mean’s team are undefeated.

The Red Devils women run out at 1.30pm against Bungendore and the men at 2.30pm.

A highlight of the day will be special jersey presentations to players at 12.30pm. These jerseys will be auctioned off at 7pm at the Alpine Hotel, the Red Devils’ major sponsor.

Caldwell and many past players will be there to reminisce and reflect on their playing days while cheering the current crop of players on.

VOLUNTEER Marcus Caldwell, life member of the Cooma Red Devils, is the driving force behind the club’s old boy’s day. He and wife, Anna, enjoy the club’s 60th anniversary in 2023.

PHOTOS: Nathan Thompson

Guest of honour, ex-Wallaby John Langford Born and bred in Wagga Wagga and educated at Sydney’s Knox Grammar, John Langford was an e tremely fit, raw-boned lock who did not play his first game of rugby until he was 19 years of age.

One Saturday morning Langford was dragged from his Wesley College bed to make up the numbers

in the University of Sydney’s third grade team. He enjoyed the experience and decided to stick with the game.

In 1993, Langford debuted for NSW against Waikato at Concord.

He departed University and joined Gordon where he was a member of the 1995 first grade premiership winning side. Langford’s performances caught the attention

A wall showcasing the Red Devils history was a hit at the 60th anniversary, which ran alongside old boy’s day.

of ACT coach Rod Macqueen and as a result he moved to Canberra to play for the Brumbies in 1996, the first year of professional rugby in Australia.

In 1997, Langford made his Test debut against New Zealand in Dunedin.

After four seasons with the Brumbies, Langford left Australia to play in Ireland with Munster.

Highlights 1997 - Langford won his first test cap at lock in the run-on XV for the third Test, 24-36 loss to New Zealand in Dunedin.

He earned three additional starting caps that season against South Africa in Pretoria, England at Twickenham and Scotland at Murrayfield.

In 2023, Darcy Larritt received his playing jersey from club stalwart, Charles Quodling.

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De Rooy re le ts on proud areer Prop praises Red Devils community

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great. We have excellent support around the team also through our coaches and old boys who help out.”

WHEN Chris De Rooy runs out for De Rooy started his rugby career as the Cooma Red Devils on old boy’s day, he will have the honour of playing a Red Devil junior in the under 13s.

He played each season up to the in front of the largest crowd of the under 18s, spending the majority of season. his early years as hal ack.

The hard working prop has been Throughout his rugby journey, a mainstay of the Red Devils engine De Rooy and his father, Rob, have room since 2010, when he made his shared a love for the game they play seniors debut. in heaven.

De Rooy said old boy’s day is the “My old man loves rugby and was best occasion of the season and when a big influence on me starting in the side runs onto Rotary Oval, he anticiaptes a large roar to greet them. juniors. He’s a big rugby nut,” De Rooy said.

Right on 2.30pm the side will run “It’s great to share that bond with through the tunnel - comprising past players, club legends and the current him. We love the game and love the Red Devils. women’s side - a moment De Rooy is ‘We often talk about games. The very much looking forward to. club is a second home for us.”

“Running through that tunnel is e Rooy praised the efforts of unbelievable. You leave the change the Red evils coaching staff and rooms knowing it’s a big run, by the committee for ensuring the club is end of it, it’s almost overwhelming,” a welcoming and enjoyable place to De Rooy said. play.

“Old boy’s day is a special day, the “I love the Red Devils community. best of the season.” teams might come and go but the De Rooy has been a key part of the community around them stays firm.

Red Devils leadership group having “The old boy’s have created a captained the first and reserve grade terrific legacy, one we hope to add to sides in seasons past. He said the this season.” feeling among the club is the most A highlight of De Rooy’s career has positive it has been for a number of been playing in old boy’s day clashes. years.

“The best moment of my career “Everyone is working hard and the was winning the Dobbie award on old results are showing. We have a good feeling among the club,” De Rooy said. boy’s day and being captain of that side,” De Rooy said.

“Our camps to start the year were

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Promising start to Red Devils season Cooma rugby union sides undefeated ahead of biggest weekend of year

By NATHAN THOMPSON OR the first time in a number of years, the Cooma Red Devils will enter their famous old boy s day undefeated through the early part of the season.

The club boasts a men s and women s side for the first time since the early 2000s. There is plenty of excitement amongst the Red Devils community with both teams in fine form to start season 2025.

The old boy s occasion promises to deliver the largest crowd of the season as past players, supporters and rugby lovers en oy the best day on the Cooma rugby union calendar.

The women s side en oyed a productive gala day on Saturday where all teams in the ACT/Monaro 10s competition played at the same venue.

Cooma started its day in scintillating fashion with a 65-5 win over Easts. Four tries to Emily Quodling sealed the win as the Red Devils crossed for 11 tries.

Tries also went to: Brianna Rankin, Sophie Caldwell and Callie Alcock.

In their second match of the day, Cooma was too strong for Hall, winning 39-0. Cooma sits second on the ladder following their two wins on the gala day.

The camaraderie of the side has drawn plenty of praise from Red Devils stalwarts, including life member Marcus Caldwell.

The women s side are off to a terrific start to their season. They ve come together very well and are working hard,” Caldwell said.

The club is proud of their efforts so far.” or the Red evils men s team, 0 5 season is shaping as its best in

IN FORM: The Cooma Red Devils start their season in style with a round one win over Jindabyne.

Jakob Stewart looks to go on the attack.

PHOTOS: Monaro Post many seasons. The side has five wins from as many matches, with one of the victories coming courtesy of a forfeit to Braidwood in round two.

The season started well when the Red Devils recorded a 47-15 over

In the round three home game against Yass, Red Devils fullback, Hunter Caldwell, is about to slice through the defence to score.

rivals, the Jindabyne Bushpigs.

The Red evils coaching staff signalled at the start of the season to turn Rotary Oval (home ground) into a fortress. Home wins have come against the Bushpigs and Yass.

The Yass fi ture saw both sides contest the ordon Litchfield ool Boots n All trophy. The Red Devils depth and fitness came to the fore, edging Yass near full-time to win 27-25.

Brianna Rankin has been one of the best for the Red Devils women’s side. Rankin prepares to meet the defence in the round three clash against Yass.

The last fortnight has delivered two wins on the road for the Red Devils. The side is second on the ladder, awaiting the old boy s day clash with ladder leaders, Bungendore.

Emily Quodling has regularly found the tryline this season, providing plenty of speed for the Red Devils backline.

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The Red Devils through its early years RECORDS indicate in June 1887 Cooma played a game of rugby football against Bega at Bega.

The team members were: E. Halliday, T. Goodwin, G. Miller, J. Sullivan, B&H. Edwards, W. Russell and L. Solomon.

In 1893, GTC Miller owner of the Cooma Express and a Member of Parliament was secretary of the Cooma Football Club.

In 1903 he donated a cup, which still holds pride of place with the Cooma Rugby Club today. Rugby football had a strong following in the Cooma area until 1924, when Rugby League started in Cooma and took over.

The new game of rugby league was popular because it was played on a Sunday, whereas Rugby was played on a Saturday, which was a working day for most people.

In 1957 a group of enthusiastic graziers, with some help from the Snowy Mountains Authority personnel and league players, played six social games of rugby union for Cooma winning five and drawing one. The chief instigators were D. Hickson, J. Keegan, T. Shorrock, and D. Howard. The team disbanded in 1958.

Evolution of the club In 1961/62 Jock and Patrick Litchfield, Peter Martin-Smith, Ian and Michael Litchfield and Jock Mitchell were playing for the Eastern Suburbs in the ACT Rugby competition.

At that time the ACT was regarded as a NSW Country Region that participated in Country Week held in Sydney every year, playing against all other country regions. In 1961 Jock Litchfield was selected to captain the NSW Country Rugby team to tour NZ. The rugby officials could see that there was a wealth of rugby talent on the Monaro; Jock was approached concerning the possibility of forming a rugby club to represent the district in the ACT competition.

This proposed 10-team competition covered a good-sized area of southern NSW. A meeting was held in Cooma where it was decided to form a club to commence playing in the 1963 season.

Bruce McDonald, a Snowy employee, was elected president.

In 1963, the club reformed as the Harlequins Rugby Association later to be called the Cooma Rugby Club.

In its first season only a first grade side entered the original three-grade Canberra competition.

The man to whom rugby owes its existence in Cooma in the early days is the original secretary, John Sharman.

It is almost certain that the Rugby club would not have officially got

LEGACY The Cooma Red Devils rugby union club will celebrate its proud history at old boy’s day this Saturday. In 2023, the club marked 60 years. Mike Litchfield (right) played a pivotal role in the club’s early days. He and son Geoff enjoy the old boy’s day occasions.

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off the ground without him. Other members who gave enormous support to the secretary was: Jock, Patrick and Ian Litchfield, Peter Martin-Smith and Jock Mitchell.

Another long serving player and administrator of the club during the 1960s and 70s was Bill Priest who both as player, coach, secretary and president has done much for the development of the club. During the same period members such as Bruce McDonald, Bob Dorman, Dave Lambert and Brian Kaufline were closely involved in the running of the club.

In 1969 Peter Payten was selected to play for Australia against Fiji in a test match.

The middle 60s to 1972 saw Cooma in a four grade Canberra competition, Cooma fielding first and third grade, Yass had second and fourth grade teams.

1970 was a big year for Cooma Rugby, the first grade side reached the semi finals of the ACT competition for the first time in its history but ended up losing by two points to Norths.

This was played on the Cooma showground and was the first time any finals were played outside the ACT. This was also the year that the juniors were formed.

Michael Fitzgerald was selected to play for Australia in the 1975/76 Wallaby team touring England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.

In 1975 Cooma had their first success when the reserves won the premiership, the prestigious Eibe cup in Canberra, coached by Graeme Bell.

At the special 60th anniversary dinner in 2023, life member Brian Coyte cuts the cake. Brian has dedicated many years of service to the club’s senior and junior ranks.

In 2023, Edwin Ingram receives his commemorative playing jersey from club president Sean Neilson. Ingram is a past captain of the side and one of its leaders.

He has had the honour of playing in a number of old boy’s day matches. player when the red Devils meet Bungendore on Saturday

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LOCAL FOOTY: In previous years, Jake Quodling has led strong Red Devils’ efforts on old boy’s day. Quodling is one of the competitions premier number eights.

The Red Devils juniors are a big part of the annual old boy’s day with matches played before PHOTOS: Nathan Thompson the seniors game in the afternoon. Ashton Jamieson runs away for a try in 2024.

Favourite day on Cooma rugby calendar

By NATHAN THOMPSON THE best day on the Cooma Red Devils’ calendar is without doubt old boy’s day. A chance for past players and Red Devils supports to come together and celebrate the game they play in heaven.

Old Boy’s Day attracts hundreds each year with attendees travelling from across the country to reminisce and reflect on Cooma rugby union. The stories might be a tad embellished, there’s no doubting the pride of those who once wore the the jersey or

cheered loudly from the Rotary Oval sideline.

Under the organisation of Cooma Red Devils life member, Marcus Caldwell, the day is beocming more popular each year.

Let’s take a look back at old boy’s day from 2024.

Nic Maclean is one of the Red Devils best. The prop has been a welcomed addition to the club since arriving two years ago.

Life members of the Cooma Red Devils, Tim Fitzgerald and Brian Coyte, reminisce about their many years of involvement at the club at last year’s old boy’s day.

Ben Hearn and Simon Freebody are regulars at the club’s old boy’s day events.

Hundreds line Rotary Oval at the 2024 old boy’s day match. The occasion is the largest of the season for the Cooma Red Devils.

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Eltons on fire, Bombala Milestone matches for course record equalled Southern

By BOMBALA GOLF CLUB BOMBALA golfers enjoyed another top weekend of play and weather. Saturday was a stroke for the monthly medal.

With a good score of 69 nett, Wayne Elton was the winner from Pepper Thompson 70 nett and Darren Forrester 72 nett.

Nearest the pin and the golden shot was won by Steve Tatham.

On Sunday, the event was a sta-

bleford for the late J. Crawford trophy. It was an Elton weekend.

Korie Elton had the game of his life, equalling the course record with two under 69 (63 nett - 44 points) alongside his uncle, Wayne.

Korie recorded 36 on the front nine and 33 on the last nine with a three on the par five, hole 14.

Members congratulated Korie on his achievement.

With that score, Korie was the

winner of the trophy ahead of Phillip Shilling 40 points, Lakyn Tonks 39 points, Daniel Douch 37 points, Shane Gulliford 35 pointsm Darren Forrester 34 points on a countback from Linden Hampshire.

Nearest the pin went to Pepper Thompson. Golden shot was won

by Shannon Gulliford.

In the match play, Joel Cherry defeated Brad Yelds three and one.

Phillip Shilling defeated Darren Forrester four and three.

Program for the week Ladies Wednesday, 14 May – stableford, club trophy Members – change to program Saturday, 17 May – par, B.Yelds trophy Sunday, 18 May – stableford, club trophy.

Players seeking an earlier tee off to head to the rugby league, can do so by contacting Neil Thompson.

TOP FORM: Korie Elton (left) has equalled the Bombala Golf Club course record, sharing the honour with uncle, Wayne Elton (right).

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Cooma golfers contest Irish four-ball

By COOMA GOLF CLUB TERRY Schofield won last week’s Saturday stableford competition at the Cooma Golf Club with 38 points.

Steven Wheatley won A grade with 34 points, Helen Crawford was the B grade winner with 36 points on a countback and the C grade winner was Gary Batten with 36 points. Placegetters

were Simon White, Tim Bedingfield, Greg Abraham, Jenny Rainsford and Harry Mould.

Nearest to the pin on hole four was claimed by Simon White, Phil Ingram was closes on nine, 11 went to Marty Janota and 17 to Roy Hankinson.

Saturday also included an Irish four-ball-best-ball competition which was won by Simon White, Shannon Fer-

gusson, Charles Quodling and Nate Quodling.

On Wednesday, the midweek medal was played. Helen Crawford was the overall winner with 69 nett. Mark Rainsford won A grade with 75 nett, David Douglass was the B grade winner with 74 nett and the C grade winner was Greg Abraham with 72 nett on a countback.

Placegetters were Gary Batten, Wayne Flynn, David Stewart, Andrew Dunkerley and Mitch Hynes. Nearest to the pin on the ninth was James Ewart and Mitch Hynes was closest on the 17.

This Saturday, the Autumn Cup stroke competition will be played, while the Sunday and midweek competitions will be a stableford.

Haigh’s fine form claims par event

By COOLAMATONG GOLF CLUB MEMBERS were out in big numbers on Sunday competing in a par event, with the standout score of plus three seeing Cole Haigh take out the day’s event by a clear two shots.

Several players finished on plus one, with Scott Baker taking second and Owain Jones in third.

The best in A grade was Owain Jones on plus one, B grade Scott Baker on plus one, and C grade Cole Haigh with plus three.

Playing a four-ball-best-ball in conjunction, Tim Robertson and Werner Seigenthaler teamed up well to post plus 10 and win on

a countback from Aaron Fenton and Owen Freebody.

In third position in the fourball, on a countback, were Peter Hastings and Andrew Hearne on plus nine.

The ball competition on the day ran down to all golfers who had square or better.

The men’s nearest the pins were won by Chris Brown on three, Owain Jones on eight, Louis Fenton on 15, and Ewan Murdoch on 17.

The ladies’ nearest the pins were won by Michelle White on eight, Carolyn Major on 15, and Sunghee Kim on 17.

The men and ladies will com-

pete in the two-ball Keno Ambrose next Sunday, May 18. The leading men, women and mixed pairs at each club qualifying event will advance to stage two.

If a leading pair is unavailable for stage two, the next placed pair may replace them. If a club has more than 21 plus pairs in any of the categories, they are entitled to have two pairs progress to the next stage.

There are 12 regional finals, managed by Golf NSW, and held in NSW metropolitan and regional areas. Regional finals for Coolamatong players will be staged at Pambula-Merimbula Golf Club on 5 October (to be confirmed).

The leading male, female, and mixed pair from each regional final will advance to the state final.

Harro’s Day, 1 June.

Members should pencil Harro’s Day into their calendar, where we pay tribute to the late David Harrison, a good friend to many members and a genuine great person.

This year, money raised from the event will go to the Skin Cancer Council.

The cost is $40, which includes morning tea and lunch, plus extra prizes on the day, and $23 of the fee goes directly to charity.

Cats duo

THE Southern Cats took on the Woden Blues last weekend at EPC Solar Park. It was a milestone weekend for two Cats players with Sarah Burns and Sean Bourke taking the field in their 50th game.

Burns has played Aussie Rules in Broken Hill and Sydney and in more recent years for Tuggeranong Valley, the Queanbeyan Tigers and now leading the Southern Cats.

Bourke, a Victorian, moved to Cooma after playing for the Hampton Rovers as a junior and joined the Cats in 2020. Both have contributed to the club off the field, filling positions on the club’s board since joining the Cats.

The Southern Cats women continued their defensive form in the first half of the game, holding Woden to 28 points in the first two quarters.

The half was marked by plenty of stoppages and strong defensive displays by Isabele Ryan, Pip Golding, Bee Hazlewood and Lauren Crawford.

There was also plenty of footy in the attacking half, with Tayla Wilson demonstrating her offensive skills. Meg Pearce and Erin Pearce continued to put the Cats in a strong position on the field, contributing to a large number of stoppages across the game and moving the ball into the offensive 50.

They were well supported by Emily Perkins and Emily Roberts who saw plenty of action in midfield. Woden lifted in the third quarter, putting 24 points on the scoreboard.

In the fourth quarter, Laura Murdoch lifted the backline, doing a wealth of work stopping Woden’s offensive surge.

Best on field for the Cats went to Emily Roberts. Emily Perkins received the coach’s award and Sarah Burns was players’ player, in her 50th.

The final score was Woden 10.10 (70) to the Cats’ 0.1 (1).

The final score was 70.10.10 to 1.0.1 in favour of Woden.

After a loss against the Australian National University in round four, the Southern Cats men were keen for a strong performance.

Both teams were well matched in the first two quarters with the Cats showing a strong attacking line against Woden.

Woden pulled away in the third quarter with a strong offensive display that was difficult to defend.

The Cats pulled back the deficit in the final quarter, but weren’t able to catch the final score 11.8 (74) to 9.8 (62).

Goal scorers in the match were Hayden Thompson, Wade Cutter, Cameron Moore (4), Samuel Ellis, Angus Strudwick-Wood and Hayden Richards.

There is plenty of Aussie Rules action this weekend with the Southern Cats hosting their first Cooma matches of the season at Snowy Oval.

They take on Yass, with the women starting at 10 am and the men at 12 pm. These matches will be followed by the Belconnen Magpies Community Men’s Division 1 team taking on Yass at 2 pm.

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Ines Rees sends down a bowl at Cooma social bowls last Wednesday.

Don Menchin is in good form as he and Tony Gray win their match against Mike Mannile and Max Butler.

A quality pairs game saw Mike Mannile deliver some excellent bowls.

Cooma men’s bowls pairs underway

By COOMA BOWLS THE first match of the Cooma Bowling Club’s men’s pairs championships took place last week with the duo of Don Menchin and Tony Gray claiming victory.

Menchin and Gray faced Max Butler and Mike Mannile. The gusty winds made bowling difficult with the same two bowls often having a very different destination.

Menchin and gray led 8-2 after five ends. Their lead was reduced to 8-7 by end eight.

Mannille and Butler could only win one of the next even ends and the score was 22-10 to gray and Menchin.

After 20 ends, Gray and Menchin won 29-14.

Social bowls 7 May In trying conditions, some regulars turned up for a fun afternoon.

On rink one, regular visitor from West Wyalong, Austin Crampton, was skip for ines

Rees and Carmey McDermott.

They played Wendy Nixon, Bob Douglass and Mary Bowerman.

The latter team was behind the whole game and down 6-12 with one end to play.

On the last end, they scored six to tie the match 12-12 in a great finish.

On rink two, Mick Boyce, Dianne Wilkins and Bruce McDermott played Ed Shanley, Kathy Venables and Ken Rees.

Both teams won six ends, however Bruce’s team had higher winning points.

Ken’s team chased the scoreboard the whole match and finally went down 6-12.

Social bowls is played each Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, all welcome.

COMPETITION: Tony Gray prepares to bowl during the Cooma Bowling Club’s men’s championship pairs match.

PHOTOS: Nathan Thompson

Cooma North athletes shine at school carnival STUDENTS from Cooma North Public School put their athletic talents to the test during their school athletics carnival held over two exciting days last Thursday and Friday.

With determination and school spirit on full display, many students surprised themselves by excelling in new events and pushing

their personal boundaries.

The high jump was a crowd favourite, with plenty of tension and excitement as students soared to impressive heights.

On the track, lightning-fast runners delivered thrilling finishes, while others leapt into action at the long jump pit and sent the discus flying to remarkable

ATHLETICS: Students participate in a the annual sports carnival at Cooma North Public School. PHOTOS: Supplied

distances.

“I didn’t think I could jump that high. I was so nervous at first, but then it just clicked,” said Year 5 student, Shiloh, who placed first in the high jump for her age group.

The school’s PSSA representative, Mrs Sky, said she was proud of the students’ efforts across the board.

“The level of participation and encouragement was fantastic. Students really stepped up and tried new events, and some outstanding talent came through,” Mrs Sky said.

For many, the highlight was the spirit of the day itself.

“It was so much fun cheering on my friends and racing in the

Students participated in a range of sporting categories over the carnival.

100m,” said Zoe, a Year 3 student.

With the district carnival just a few weeks away, excitement is building.

“We’ve seen some standout performances and we’re looking forward to seeing what our students can do at the upcoming district carnival,” Mrs Sky said.

Teachers, staff, parents and fellow students cheered participants on from the sideline.

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School champions Monaro High wins girls soccer title

MONARO High School’s (MHS) open girls’ soccer players are the Eurobodalla champions after winning their round-robin competition in Tathra on 5 May. The day kicked off with a challenging match against Eden Marine High, which ended in a nil-all draw. Defender Natasha Kelly was named MHS player of the match for her outstanding defensive efforts, keeping the opposition at bay.

The girls bounced back with an impressive 4-2 victory against Bateman’s Bay. Striker Mary Kimber shone in this match, earning the player

of the match title for her remarkable goal-scoring ability.

The championship match saw MHS face off against Bega, a team they had previously faced in two grand finals, losing both matches in penalty shoot-outs.

This time, the girls were determined to turn the tide. In a nail-biting final, they secured a 3-2 victory, with defender Leah Griffis receiving player of the match honours for her crucial contributions to the team’s success.

Accompanying teacher Mrs Lee Riley expressed her admiration for the girls’ performance, highlighting

how every player showed improvement throughout the day and worked collaboratively to achieve a strong outcome.

“A special shout-out goes to our goal scorers, Mary Kimber and Reagan Stockl, and to novice goalkeeper Olivia Mauri, who excelled under pressure and played a vital role in the team’s success,” Mrs Riley said.

“Congratulations to all the girls for their hard work and dedication. Your achievements are a testament to your skill and sportsmanship, and we are incredibly proud of you.”

COMPETING: Bombala High School’s gymkhana team performed well at last week’s event held by the Snowy Mountains Grammar School.

PHOTO: Bombala High School

Bombala students riding high BOMBALA High School students have shown their skills at the 2025 Snowy Mountains Grammer School gymkhana in Dalgety.

Held last week, students Lydia, Asha, Tabitha, and Destiny proudly represented

Bombala High School.

The girls showcased their talents in dressage, showjumping, time trials, and various sporting events, competing against other schools in the Snowy Monaro and capital region.

“Their hard work

and dedication truly shone through, and they were thrilled with their performance,” Bombala High School principal, Jai Lester, said.

“We can’t wait to see what next year holds for these amazing athletes.”

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Cats’ homecoming

AUSSIE RULES TRIPLE-TREAT IN COOMA

By NATHAN THOMPSON WHAT’S better than one game of Aussie Rules footy in Cooma on Saturday? How about three.

Particularly, when two of the matches will feature local talent as the Southern Cats return to their spiritual home ground for the first time this season.

The Southern Cats women’s side, playing in their first competitive season, will launch an exciting day at Cooma’s Snowy Oval. With the

MILESTONE The Southern Cats inaugural women’s side will take to the club’s spiritual home ground of Snowy Oval in Cooma on Saturday for the first time.

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first bounce at 10am, the women’s side is looking forward to their first official Cooma match.

Cats women’s captain, Sarah Burns, has praised her side’s work ethic so far this season.

“We are training really well and in every game so far we have put in a really strong effort,” Burns said.

‘With a Cooma home ground advantage, we are really excited about playing in front of our friends and family.”

Burns, who played her 50th Aussie Rules match last week, has led efforts to form the Cats’ inaugural women’s side. With the support of coach, Damien

Asanovski, the side has generated plenty of excitement in the Cooma sporting community.

“We have women playing Aussie Rules for the first time and others returning to the game. It’s such an amazing team to be part of,” Burns said.

The women’s side has faced a tough start to its debut season, coming up against last season’s two grand final sides and preliminary finalists.

The team faces Yass this Saturday in what is expected to be a close contest as the Cats search for their break-through victory.

Following the first official

women’s Aussie Rules game in Cooma, the Cats men’s team run out at 12pm. The side has won two of its four matches and sits seventh on the ladder.

A tough clash awaits on Saturday against ladder leaders, Murrumbateman in the AFL Canberra community division two competition.

Southern Cats women’s The Cats lost a close contest coach, Damien Asanovski, said to second-placed Woden last the side is looking forward to weekend, going down by two goals. playing its first official match Sean Bourke celebrated his 50th in Cooma. game for the club in the 11.8 (74) 9.8 (62) loss. take on Yass in round six the AFL Canberra community division one The third fixture of a busy day competition. at Snowy Oval will see Belconnen

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GROUPS WELCOME PUSH FOR LESS BUREAUCRACY BACKING: Cooma Car Club life member and well-known volunteer, Rogan Corbett, is supporting a move by Snowy Monaro Regional Councillor, Narelle Davis, to cut the council red-tape and allow community groups to do what they do best. Snowy Monaro groups are hoping council will provide a process where they can work on and maintain the council facilities and assets they use and pay fees for.

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By NATHAN THOMPSON CUTTING the red-tape is a phrase often said but seldom acted upon. A plan before Snowy Monaro Regional Council is hoping to achieve just that, by assisting community groups in their dealings with council and allowing them to take greater ownership of the public spaces they use.

In council’s suite of planning and reporting documents currently out for community

comment, an area identified for improvement is how council staff work with community organisations.

Councillor Narelle Davis has put forward the idea with the support from a majority of councillors to cut the red tape and help not-for-profits do what they are best at.

“There is work taking place to put in the processes where our volunteers will be provided the necessary support and guidance to help manage our open spaces

and recreational facilities,” Cr Davis said.

“We hear all too often from community groups that they are willing and able to help maintain facilities but are prevented by council bureaucracy.

“The motion, to be debated at the June meeting, will hopefully result in council being easier to work with.”

Cooma Car Club life member and active community volunteer, Rogan Corbett, said the move has is welcomed by local groups.

“We support any move where we can allow our hard working volunteer groups to do what they do well,” Mr Corbett said.

“If we can work with council to go through the proper induction processes and cover off on those things, then let us help.

“We see work, repairs and maintenance that could be quickly done by a volunteer group, but then sits there for weeks if not months while council tries to fit it into their schedule.”

SNOWY Monaro ratepayers are having their say on council’s suite of integrated planning and reporting documents, which feature the draft budgets, operational plans and fees and charges for the next financial year.

Within the documents, is an outline of the key projects council anticipates to deliver in 2025/26, changes to the services council provides and increases in the fees and charges to use council assets.

In Cooma, key projects set for delivery include an expansion of the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, swimming pool upgrades, flood levee concept designs, and the Cooma Snowy Reservoir design and construction.

In Jindabyne, a series of projects residents have long been calling for are included in the draft operational plan for 2025/26.

Community members and business operators have been urging council for a number of years to knock down the existing town centre toilet block and build a new amenities facility.

The project was placed on hold as council awaited the development of the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct.Around $900,000 has been allocated to the design and refurbishment of the toilet block in the town centre.

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Bears secure double WINNERS: The Snowy River Bears men’s side has two wins from as many matches following a dominant display in front of Bears fans at John Connors Oval.

Jayden Carberry (pictured) offloads after a strong carry.

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TIGHT LEAGUE-TAG WIN, MEN WIN BY 42 POINTS

By NATHAN THOMPSON A DOMINANT performance has secured back-to-back wins for the Snowy River Bears men’s side as the club enjoys a fine start to its George Tooke Shield campaign.

In their first home match of the season, the Bears’ attack was on-song in a 46-4 victory over the University Canberra Stars.

A nice show of sportsmanship saw the Bears match UC with 11 players on the field.

The Bears were far too strong, starting the encounter on fire with three quick tries.

Within the first 20 minutes, the Bears crossed through centre Max Naisby in the 11th minute, fullback Kohen Pearce in the 17th minute, and centre Keelan Johnson in the 20th minute.

Naisby would collect a hattrick in a superb showing for the youngster.

The Bears halves for this game, halfback Wayne Crisp and fiveeighth Matty Kilgannon guided the team around the paddock.

Their running games proved a big handful for the opposition.

Back rowers Blake Codey and Clayton Thompson showed they can be a real threat when hitting the ball with speed, while Jayden Carberry and Liam Pepper made an impact off the bench.

When Rhys Hemsley-Hales crossed over the line for a 23rd minute, the match was well and truly in the Bears’ control.

Not long after, fullback Pearce crossed for his second as he broke down the sideline, fending off the opposition to score.

The Bears led 30-0 going into the

break. Further points came as the home side raced to 46 points.

The UC Stars finally crossed for a try in the 46th minute, but when an injury forced one of their players from the field, the game ended early as there were insufficient numbers to proceed.

The Snowy River Bears ladies’ league-tag celebrated Mother’s Day in style as players, supporters and

club officials were recognised for their contributions to the club.

In a very close affair, the Bears would sneak away with a hardfought 16-14 victory over the UC Stars. Both sides showed great skill with the result coming down to the wire.

The Bears’ defence in the second half was a key factor in the result.

Strong performances from

Try time for Leonie Burns in the Snowy River Bears’ tight 16-14 win in their first home game the halves, Leonie of the season.

Burns and Sheryn Baird, who both The Bears’ league-tag side is led by example with strong runs, next in action on Saturday, 24 line breaks and Burns scoring a May at John Connors Oval against decisive second half try.

Bungendore, 1.15pm start. The Shannon Harvey showed some speed to make several breaks, and men’s side face Bungendore Summer McGladrigan scored a late at 2.30pm. Bungendore sit on top of the ladder in the men’s try inside the last five minutes to competition. secure the points.

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