Bribbaree Show
By REBECCA HEWSON
THIS Saturday will be the 98th Annual Bribbaree Show with plenty of fun for the whole family on offer.
Only 50km from Young is the Hilltops village of Bribbaree which hosts one of the biggest shows in the region.
The Bribbaree Show is affordable for the whole family with low entry prices and free activities for kids to take part in.
A family pass to enter the Show is only $20, $10 for adults, children 8 to 16 years is $5, children 7 years and under are free and concession card holders are $5.
There will also be a lucky gate prize on offer for everyone who enters. The winner will be drawn after the junior tug of war competition at around 3.30pm.
Everyone who enters the gates will go into the draw, all you need to do is fill in your name and contact details and place your entry in the box near the secretary’s office.
Entries into this year’s pavilion need to be made prior to 10am on Friday October 4 and must be at the Bribbaree Showground no later than 11am on Friday October 4 as judging will commence after this time.
Entries in the novelty and family events like the farmer’s challenge, people of the show, children’s races and the tug of war can be made on the day.
All prize money must be collected before 5pm on show day from the secretary’s office, otherwise the money will be donated back to the Bribbaree Show Society unless alternative arrangements are made.
Entry forms for all of the events
can be found online at the Bribbaree Show website.
On top of the amazing pavilion displays that includes cooking, art, photography, handicrafts, wool, fruit and vege, textiles and plenty more, there will be a huge sheep section.
All sheep competing must be bred by the exhibitor but can be from any area. Ribbons will be awarded for first and second place with champion, reserve champion and grand champion prizes awarded.
There are classes for merinos, border leicester and poll dorsets.
If you’d like to enter or know more reach out to steward Kim Whitechurch on 0418 112 810.
Bribbaree Show will also be holding a prime lamb competition and junior judging in the sheep section.
The annual Bribbaree Show Crop Competition is on again this year and is
run as part of the AgShows NSW competition. Entrants must be a financial member of the Bribbaree Show Society and there are sections for wheat, barley, canola and alternative field crops in both the East and West divisions. Dates of judging and the annual presentation barbecue will be held on a later date to be announced.
Woodchopping will be held throughout the day as well from 11am with classes in underhand handicaps, standing block, and double handed sawing.
The annual Mullet Competition has classes for 10 and under, 11 to 17 and 18 and over with prize money up for grabs.
There will be Yard Dog Trials, dog high jump, a show horse program, horse sporting events, stockman’s challenge, team yarding is making a returns and the Buddy Pickup will be held from 4.30pm.
The 2024 Bribbaree Show is on this Saturday.
Coming up across the Hilltops region
YOUNG AND REGION FARMERS MARKET
First and third Saturday
At Anderson Park in Young until noon for most of the year. Plants and fresh fruit in season - lots of other produce and hand made goods to choose from - something for everyone. The Young Lions Club and other local organisations operate a barbecue at the market offering tea, coffee, sausage sandwiches and bacon and egg rolls or the like. It can vary from month to month but there always something homely on offer. Be sure to spend the morning as a family wandering among all the fantastic stalls.
KOORAWATHA MARKETS
Saturday 31 August 2024 to Saturday 30 November 2024 (MONTHLY event)
The Koorawatha Markets are located at the Koorawatha Memorial Park, Boorowa Street Koorawatha. Featuring lots of great stalls including bric-a-brac also a delicious BBQ and refreshments.
BALLINACLASH BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Saturday September 28
Wander leisurely through our blossoming trails and immerse yourself in a sea of pink and white. Capture unforgettable memories with a professional photo session amidst the picturesque orchard. Have a picnic lunch or take part in the many workshops available. Visit the Ballinclash website to secure a spot and for more information.
BRIBBAREE SHOW
Saturday October 5
A fun filled day for the whole family with show horses, sporting horses, stockman’s challenge, Young People of The Show, tractor pull, pavilions, working dog trials, games, rides, dog high jump, woodchopping, trade stalls and so much more.
BOOROWA IRISH WOOLFEST
Sunday October 6
Boorowa is world-renowned for its fine Merino wool. Creating a Wool Week event in the late 1990s seemed like a great way to showcase the beautiful wool from the region. A great day out for all the family, lots of food and entertainment. Wool shows, wool workshops, shearing displays, and much more all around the town.
HARDEN KITE FESTIVAL
Saturday October 12
This community event has free activities and entertainment for all ages, such as exciting cultural performances, kite decorating workshops, kids activity alley and a petting zoo. Browse the great range of interesting market stalls, enjoy the all day ride pass for unlimited rides or simply sit in the shade and enjoy the fun. Bring your own kite or buy one on the day. There will be a variety of tasty food and good coffee available, or feel free to bring your own picnic.
RURAL WOMEN’S NETWORK GATHERING
Saturday October 19
The 2024 NSW Rural Women’s Gathering will be held in Harden Murrumburrah.
Tickets are now on sale. This year’s theme is ‘Sowing the Seeds of Success - Creating Your Own Work, Life Balance’, and will see women hearing from entrepreneurial
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women and experts; participating in cultural experiences, arts and crafts, and workshops; meeting local business vendors; and sampling local catering. There will be guest speakers including former Olympian Jana Pittman, workshops on various activities and plenty more. https://events.humanitix.com/ruralwomens-gathering-2024.
2024 CHERRY FESTIVAL
November 29 to December 1, 20-24
Young is the place to be for the 2024 Cherry Festival with events, entertainment, markets, exhibitions, amusements and plenty more. Make memories, have fun and soak in the Cherry Season at the 2024 National Cherry Festival.
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Final results released from Hilltops Council election
By REBECCA HEWSON
HILLTOPS Council will have a new Council following the release of the final figures from the Local Government Elections on Monday.
At 2.30pm on Monday afternoon the NSW Electoral Commission pressed the button that would sort out the preferences for the candidates until there were all 11 positions on Council filled.
At the end of the preferences the 11 candidates who have been successful in being elected were:
Jake Davis
Michelle Gallo
Fiona Douglas
Alison Foreman
Neil Langford
Brian Ingram
Tony Flanery
Joanne Mackay
James Blackwell
Mary Dodd
Matthew Stadtmiller
According to the the NSW Electoral Commission the quota that candidates needed to reach to be elected was 917.
The margin between the last elected candidate, Mi-
chelle Gallo, and the last unelected or excluded candidate, Patrick FitzGerald was 77.
There was a 82.10 percent turnout for voting with 11,974 of the 14,584 enrolled residents voting in the election.
Across the Hilltops there was 11,002 total formal votes, 972 informal votes with an informal voting rate of 8.12 percent.
Looking at the distribution of preferences, with Matthew Stadtmiller, Brian Ingram, Neil Langford, Alison Foreman and Jake Davis having already reached the quota, Brian Ingram’s preferences saw Tony Flanery elected, from there it wasn’t until the eleventh round of counting that the final five candidates were confirmed, following the exclusion of Brandon Douglas, Jennifer Smith, Michael Skillen and Abdullah Sultan.
Mary Dodd, Joanne Mackay and Michelle Gallo were all elected without reaching the quota.
Councillors will be sworn in on Wednesday October 9, 2024.
Councillors to drop to nine at next LGA election
By REBECCA HEWSON
THE results of the Hilltops Council constitutional referendum at the Local Government Election earlier this month are in and they show that Hilltops Council will drop from 11 elected Councillors to nine at the next election.
The question asked in the referendum was ‘Do you want a reduction in the number of Hilltops Council Councillors from eleven to nine?’ with the options of ‘yes’ or ‘no’ as the response.
According to the NSW Electoral Commission 63.85 percent of the Hilltops voted
that yes they wanted a reduction to nine Councillors, with 36.15 percent voting no, they did not.
According to the data there were 11,926 total votes counted in the referendum with 11,634 total formal votes and 292 informal votes.
On polling day the breakdown was:
At Boorowa Central School out of a total of 842 votes, 413 voted yes, 404 voted no and 25 were informal.
In Bribbaree there was a total of 54 votes with 34 voting for yes, 18 for no and two informal votes.
At Jugiong there was a total of 172 votes with 95 voting yes,
71 no and six informal votes.
Koorawatha Hall had 174 total votes with 112 voting yes, 48 voting no and 14 informal votes.
Murringo had 153 votes in
total with 110 yes, 38 no and five informal.
At Harden-Murrumburrah there was 833 total votes with 442 voting for yes, 377 voting for no and 14 informal votes.
Rye Park had 108 total votes with 48 for yes, 56 for no and four informal votes.
Wombat had a total of 132 votes with 88 yes, 43 no and one informal vote.
Young North had a total of 297 votes with 179 for yes, 107 for no and 11 informal.
Young Public had a total of 365 votes with 228 for yes, 133 for no and four informal votes.
Young Town Hall had a total of 1,748 with 1,044 for yes, 640 for no and 64 informal votes.
In the pre-poll the breakdown was:
Boorowa - 385 total, 174 yes, 209 no and two informal
Harden - 624 total, 331 yes, 281 no and 12 informal Young - 5,203 total, 3,663 yes, 1,428 no and 112 informal
Declared institution - 53 total, 24 yes, 18 no and 11 informal
The results won’t come into affect until the 2028 Local Government Election. You can find the full break down of the referendum result as well as the Hilltops Councillor election online at the NSW Electoral Commission website.
On the website you can see a complete and comprehensive breakdown of preferences and more.
Tony Flanery, Michelle Gallo, James Blackwell, Fiona Douglas, Brian Ingram, Alison Foreman, Mary Dodd, Jake Davis, Joanne Mackay and Matthew Stadtmiller (Neil Langford not pictured).
The results are in for the Hilltops Council referendum. PHOTO: file
Local shares her family’s story with the Lions Club
LIONS are pretty incredible.
Their work to support children’s cancer research, to screen children for vision problems, and distribute millions of dollars in disaster relief through our region were all in the spotlight as Forbes hosted the Lions District Convention recently.
Lions from across District N4, comprising 44 clubs from Tumbarumba in the south to Bourke in the north, and east to the Blue Mountains, enjoyed Forbes hospitality at the Golf Club for their 2024 gathering.
It was a time to learn about all that Lions clubs, with their fundraising efforts like the humble sausage sizzle, achieve together.
Theresa Taylor from Young was one the weekend’s featured speakers, and more than happy to share her family’s incredible story, with gratitude to the Australian Lions
Childhood Cancer Research Foundation.
Theresa’s son Harry was only 14, and not experiencing any real symptoms, when he was diagnosed with an 8cm brain tumour.
After surgery, his family learned it was a Glioma Stage 4 brain cancer, and although he had radiation and chemotherapy a new tumour grew within three months.
“That means it was a super aggressive cancer,” Theresa explained.
The family was told they had exhausted treatment options but weren’t about to give up.
They found a research oncologist who took a specimen of Harry’s tumour to Germany so they could examine it to identify potential treatments.
That team referred them on to Austria where researchers were in the early stages of developing
a treatment for the gene they’d found.
“We signed our lives away and they agreed to let us have it,” Theresa said.
“It was incredibly expensive, it was two tablets a day, $130,000 for 30 days.
“The hospital funded the first round, then we got sponsors and bits and pieces to sponsor it, and it bloody worked.
“We’re three years cancer free.”
Today Harry is in Year 12 at school and his family remains incredibly grateful to everyone - including Lions and their Australian Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation - who was involved.
It’s just one of the projects our community supports when they support Lions.
Lions District N4 have provided nearly half a million dollars in flood
relief in the past few years, local Lion Peter Bright said. It began with replacing white goods, then household furniture for those whose homes were flooded.
That followed $5.5 million in drought relief provided to the district in the three harsh drought years.
Convention attendees also learned how to become involved in the Lion’s vision screening program: local Lions have been going into local schools to provide eye checks with as many as one in five children referred to an optometrist.
Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM welcomed attendees to Forbes, Member for Orange Philip Donato officially opened the convention, and Monica Wren from Forbes Family History Group gave an interesting insight into local history.
District Secretary Di Smith from Wagga PHOTO: Jenny Kingham
Thirteen past District Governors gathered at the Forbes convention. PHOTO: Supplied
DG Ian Acret with Theresa Taylor.
District Governor Ian Acret of Forbes, First Vice District Governor Judy Ryan, Immediate Past District
Governor Geoff Freudestein, District Governor 201 N1 Yvie Kearns, District Governor N3 Phillip Morley and Multiple District Youth Coordinator Toby Crawford.
PHOTO: Jenny Kingham
Local officers remembered
By ELIZA SPENCER
MEMBER for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, joined officers from Young Police Station and New South Wales Police for a National Police Remembrance Day service.
The National Police Remembrance Day is held each year on September 29, with services held at police stations and memorials across the country.
“Policing is not an easy task – particularly in our rural and regional areas, covering great distances with plenty of work to be done. Across our communities, in the Riverina Police District, Hume Police District, Murrumbidgee and Chifley Police Districts, our police go above and beyond to serve and protect our towns
TAKING FLIGHT WITH LOCAL MODEL MAKER
By ROZ HALL FARLAM
ONE of the many perks of taking your dog for an early morning walk is the people you get to meet - and it’s not always fellow dog owners.
Take for example one morning when I happened across Young local Jeff Gunning. What stopped me in my tracks wasn’t anything to do with a dog - Jeff didn’t have one with him – but rather the assortment of radio controlled model aircraft, all perfect miniature replicas of vintage aircraft that Jeff had lined up ready to fly.
Jeff had made every one of them himself and they were truly beautiful. One even had a modified Ken doll sitting in its cockpit complete with knitted scarf and goggles.
The attention to detail about every aspect of the craft, from the high quality sheen of the paintwork to the tiny gears and hair-thin wires, demonstrated Jeff ’s passion and high level of skill, not to mention his endless patience, in constructing these perfect aircraft
As a boy Jeff had a fascination with all types of models but aircraft in particular and he flew “control line” planes until he could afford the radio controlled ones.
He now has 43 planes varying in wingspan from 20cm to 2.5 metres,
and villages,” Ms Cooke said.
“Today is an opportunity to thank Police Officers across our Cootamundra electorate for their work, and for their determined endurance.
Eighteen names were added to the NSW Honour Roll from the Hume Police District, acknowledging those who have passed away in service. Today, we meet together in a moment of remembrance, recollection and reflection for police, their families, and those across our community.”
Ms Cooke laid a wreath in honour of Constable Shelley Davis, Sergeant Edmund Parry, Student Police Officer Steven Rosener, and fellow police officers, alongside representatives from the Rural Fire Service, Hilltops Council and New South Wales Police.
Acting Inspector Vladamir Mijok reminded those in attendance of the service and bravery of our NSW Police Force.
“Importantly the memorial recognises the unique nature of policing and the dangers police face in their daily duties,” he said.
“This is also symbolised by wearing the blue and white ribbon which symbolises the police who have made the ultimate sacrifice.”
Ms Cooke is urging the community to pay their respect to officers they see throughout the Hilltops and Cootamundra Electorate.
”I hope today is a reminder that when you next see a police officer out and about in our Cootamundra Electorate, to say hello,” Ms Cooke said.
all radio controlled and able to fly.
Jeff loves to fly the planes but his passion is building them.
“To build a plane and see it work is fulfilling. It isn’t just gluing things together – everything has to be just right from engines and props to weights and balances,” Jeff told me.
After seeing the World War II film
“The Dam Busters” as a child, Jeff decided he would one day build and fly a Lancaster bomber like the ones in the movie.
After two years building it from scratch Jeff ’s model Lancaster is finally complete.
Being made from balsa and plywood with carbon fibre reinforcing meant there was no machining involved but just a huge amount of cutting and shaping.
The model Lancaster’s power systems are all electric and it boasts fully working electric/pneumatic landing gear.
Although Jeff obtained plans and
diagrams for the model, there were no instructions and it was a slow process of trial and error to get everything just right.
Jeff enjoys sharing his passion with his fellow members of the Hilltops Model Aero Club.
Their Club days are enjoyable opportunities to spend time with likeminded enthusiasts who appreciate how much time, passion and attention to detail goes into creating the perfect model aircraft, not to men-
tion the thrill of watching their craft take to the sky and demonstrate the stunts and maneuvers they can do.
So next time you’re out walking your canine companion look up into the sky and if you’re very lucky you might get to see a good old fashioned dog fight.
The Hilltops Model Aero Club meets the last Saturday of each month.
Anyone interested in learning more please contact Jeff on 0455 614 617.
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke with Young Police Acting Inspector Vladimir Mijok.
PHOTO: Eliza Spencer
Jeff Gunning with a selection of his model aircrafts that he has built himself.
PHOTO: Supplied
Get Ready for the 2024 Burrangong Picnic Races
THE highly anticipated Burrangong Picnic Races are just days away, set for Saturday, 12 October 2024.
The event promises to deliver an unforgettable day packed with thrilling horse races, fantastic live entertainment, and excitement for all ages.
Gates will open at noon, with the first race kicking off at 1.15pm.
Be sure to arrive early to secure a good spot, and don’t forget to grab your tickets at the gate!
Transport Sorted – Buses Running All Day - No need to worry about transport, as buses will be running throughout the day, ensuring you can enjoy the races without the hassle of driving.
Simply hop on and off the buses running from the Aussie Hotel in Young and make your way to and from the track with ease.
Live Music with Metropolis and the fun doesn’t stop after the races.
This year, racegoers are in for a special treat as Metropolis will take the stage at 5.00pm to keep the celebrations going well
into the evening. Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy a fantastic finish to an action-packed day.
So, gather your friends and family and get ready for a weekend of racing, music, and celebration.
Whether you’re a racing enthusiast or just looking for a great day out, the Burrangong Picnic Races is the place to be.
We can’t wait to see you there.
Be sure to jump online and visit the Burrangong Picnic Races Facebook page to stay up to date with all of the latest announcements about the day as well as to find out more about Fashions in the Field, the races themselves as well as plenty of other information.
You can also reach out to the Burrangong Picnic Race Club if you have any questions or need further information ahead of the big day.
Be sure to keep an eye out for the confirmed fields ahead of what is expected to be a fantastic day of country racing at the Burrangong Race Track.
Sponsorship and financial assistance applications open
Hilltops Council is calling on community groups to apply for its Financial Assistance and Sponsorship fund.
HILLTOPS Council is calling for applications from community organisations who are seeking financial assistance or sponsorship from Council during 2024-2025.
Financial Assistance Pro-
gram:
Under section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 Hilltops Council once a year calls for applications from community organisations who are seeking financial assistance or sponsorship from Council.
Fund 1 – Small Scale Infrastructure Fund
To assist organisations to provide infrastructure for their community/sporting group. Council will fund a maximum
of up to 50% of the cost of the infrastructure, to a maximum of $2,500.
Fund 2 – General Fund for Community Financial Assistance
This program is run each year to provide financial assistance to organisations to help deliver local initiatives that make a positive contribution to our community.
This fund is designed to assist community groups and organisations to undertake special programs or events. Council will fund a maximum of $2,500 of the event or program.
Sponsorship Program:
Sponsorships will be considered for not-for-profit groups, organisations or individuals
seeking to organise an event/ activity within the Hilltops Local Government Area that has demonstrable benefit to the community. Council will fund a maximum of $2,500 of the event or activity.
All applications and supporting information must be submitted to Council by midnight Friday 1 November 2024, on the prescribed forms which are available at Council offices and on Council’s website https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/ Services/Grants-and-Funding/ Hilltops-Financial-Assistanceand-Sponsorship-Prog.aspx
The Hilltops Council Financial Assistance and Sponsorship Program recognises the important contribution that community groups and or-
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“Catering for Young, Boorowa and surrounding areas.”
From processing single animals to larger amounts with humane slaughter through to your traditional cuts, rolled roast and option of Gluten and Preservative Free sausages in natural skins, simply catered to your requirements.
ganisations play in the development of our community. Council provides this support to encourage and assist these groups and organisations to continue to make a positive contribution. Council encourages community organisations and sporting groups to apply. Anyone wishing to find out more information as well as eligibility criteria and more i able to do so by visiting the Hilltops Council website and following the links to take you to the Services page.
On the page you will find plenty of information about criteria, applications, funding and more.
Anyone who has any questions is able to contact Hilltops Council on 1300 445 586.
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The Burrangong Picnic Races are coming up on Saturday October 12.
Local bridge a focus for Cooke
By REBECCA HEWSON
MEMBER for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, has delivered a speech in New South Wales Parliament, highlighting the urgent need for targeted investment on rural roads, as Rural Road Safety Month comes to an end in September.
The speech follows a multivehicle accident near the William Bradford Bridge on Friday, 20 September. Ms Cooke told the Legislative Assembly that this accident was one of many, on a dangerous stretch of road along the Burley Griffin Way, marked by the narrow bridge over Demondrille Creek.
“This bridge has been a point of concern for years. Despite incremental improvements— upgraded barriers, signage, and delineation—the fundamental issue remains: the bridge is dangerously narrow for the heavy vehicle traffic it supports. In 2019, a bus accident near the
bridge injured 28 people. And just last week, yet another serious accident involving multiple vehicles occurred, closing this vital arterial road for hours,” Ms Cooke told Parliament.
“Every life lost travelling to school, work or for recreation is one too many, for the families, friends and loved ones of the over 244 people who have already died on our roads this year.
Speaking from personal experience, my parents have been family funeral directors for almost 45 years, servicing small rural towns and villages. It is a special, special vocation, an unenviable one in the eyes of many. Mum and Dad have helped farewell too many young people, brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers and grandparents, members of the community who have died too soon, on our roads.
“By extension, I have lost friends and seen firsthand the devastation that road fatalities bring to families and small communities. Every person lost on
our roads leaves a lasting impact.”
Ms Cooke reminded those in the assembly that rural road safety is a year-round commitment, with Rural Road Safety Month being an important opportunity to encourage safer driving behaviours, particularly on unfamiliar roads and known crash zones. Following the accident at William Bradford Bridge, Ms Cooke has also requested an urgent meeting with the Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Jenny Aitchison, MP.
“We need comprehensive measures that combine technology, enforcement, and—most crucially—investment in safer roads to protect lives in both urban and rural New South Wales,” Ms Cooke told Parliament.
“In doing so, we can move closer to achieving the bipartisan goal of Towards Zero—zero trauma on New South Wales roads by 2050 and 50 percent fewer deaths by 2030.”
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has spoken about the dangers of a local bridge in Parliament.
PHOTO: Supplied
2YYY ready to celebrate 20 years on the air
By JAMES WALL
THE 27th of September marks twenty years since 92.3FM first ran some test broadcasts.
Callsign 2YYY 92.3FM began officially broadcasting in mid November.
During the last twenty years our volunteers and on air presenters have strived to keep a unique community asset operating for
the benefit our our listeners, local not for profit community groups and also to bring you local news about what is happening in our backyard.
Yes, we are a different station in 2024 than 2004, but who among you has not changed over the last twenty years.
One thing that will not change is our commitment to our community.
However, to make that happen we need more volunteers and members so come into the station and pick up a volunteer’s or members form.
Local business can play their part in keeping community radio afloat by becoming a sponsor of 2YYY.
Our rates are a fraction of commercial radio and the real difference is that the income remains
right here to pay our operational costs. So how about it, join Team 2YYY and let’s look towards the horizon together and welcome the future.
We can be contacted by email yyyradio@westnet.com.au or our reception is open Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm Ph: 6382 7200. We are located at 44a Lovell Street Young, NSW, 2594 - JAMES WALL
Medicare Mental Health Centre Young are holding drop in sessions throughout October.
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MENTAL HEALTH MONTH DROP IN SESSIONS
Medicare Mental Health Centre in Young are holding Mental Health Drop In Sessions at S and AJ Cafe throughout October for Mental Health Month.
The sessions are being held:
Tuesday October 8, 2024 10am - 12pm
Friday October 18, 2024 10am - 12pm
Monday October 21, 2024 10am12pm
Thursday October 31, 2024 10am12pm.
For details contact Emma Whitechurch at ewhitechurch@gph.org.au or by calling 0488 654 241.
Medicare Mental Health Centre Young provides a welcoming entry point for adults and their support people, experiencing distress or mental health challenges to access support services.
Medicare Mental Health Centre services are delivered at no cost, and consumers do not need to have an existing diagnosis, referral, mental health treatment plan, or Medicare card to access the service.
Chairman speaks on importance of saving eyesight
By BOB GNEZDELOFF
1968 saw the creation of Lions Clubs International Foundation to support the efforts of Lions Clubs in serving the communities locally and globally through humanitarian service projects and grants.
To date the Foundation has awarded $12.2 Billion in grants. The Lions Clubs International Foundation board inaugurated Campaign SightFirst at its June 1991 meeting in Brisbane, Australia.
At the time the most ambitious and far-reaching fundraiser in the organisation’s history with a goal of raising US$130 million by June 1994, by July 1994 the figure surpassed US$140 million.
Lions focused on programs that provided direct, practical benefit to people in the developing world. These funds helped launch and support numerous programs and
projects throughout the developing world. Many Government and nongovernment organisation’s aided Lions efforts to combat cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, trachoma and river blindness. Campaign SightFirst II was launched in 2005 at the Lions International Convention in Hong Kong, with the goal of raising at least US$150 million.
This campaign reached US$205 million in 2008. This campaign extended at addressing threats to vision such as diabetes, glaucoma, and childhood blindness that affect all countries. Campaign SightFirst II was launched in 2005 at the Lions International Convention in Hong Kong, with the goal of raising at least US$150 million.
This campaign reached US$205 million in 2008. This campaign extended at addressing threats to vision such as diabetes, glaucoma, and childhood blindness
that affect all countries.
 More than US$389 million approved for over 1,461 projects in 118 countries 9.8 million cataract surgeries 1,719 eye centres and training institutions built, expanded or equipped.
2.66 million professional eye care and community health workers trained. 204.6 million doses of Zithromax distributed to control trachoma and more than 955,991 trachoma surgeries performed.
334.1 million doses of Mectizan to halt progression of river blindness.
In Australia we have the National program called Recycle for Sight Australia where Lions Clubs collect used eyeglasses from Optometrists and send them to our own recycling centre in Queensland for checking and cleaning.
In the 26 years since the program
started over 7 million eyeglasses have been sent to third world countries.
Also, in Australia we have another project called Lions Eye Health Program which has established the Children’s Vision Screening Program.
In Australia it is estimated that 1 in 5 children have undetected vision problems.
Lions vision screening teams are operational in every State and Territory.
Vision disorders can have a profound effect on a child’s growth and development.
Up to 80 percent of a child’s learning happens through their eyes
Most children accept vision problems and adapt.
They rarely complain as they believe everyone sees the world just like they do.
Once detected, most eye conditions in children can be easily corrected.
Along with allergies and
asthma, eye disorders are the most common health conditions suffered by children. There are 44 Lions Eye Banks around the world including three in Australia.
One each in each state, Western Australia, Victoria and our own Lions NSW Eye Bank which is now part of the NSW Tissue Bank.
Whilst tonight we celebrate 50 years of the Lions Save Sight Foundation, 2024 also marks the launch of a new Lions charity which will enable Lions Clubs in NSW and the ACT to engage in a far wider range of sight and health-based community projects than was previously possible.
This new charity will operate in tandem with the new Sight and Health Fund which will continue the work of the Save Sight and Public Health Foundations for the foreseeable future.”
Hospital Auxiliary Open Gardens in November
By ANNABEL CUSACK
On Sunday November 3 the picturesque town of Young will come alive with the vibrant colours and lush greenery of five stunning gardens, as local residents open their gates to the public for a day of botanical beauty with the annual Young Hospital Auxiliary Open Gardens.
From 10 am to 5 pm, visitors will have the rare chance to explore these lovingly maintained outdoor spaces, showcasing the creativity, dedication, and passion of the town’s green thumbs and will be raising money for the Young Hospital Auxiliary so they are able to purchase items from the Young Hospital wish list.
For just $5 per garden (cash only), you can wander through a variety of landscapes, each offering its own unique charm and style.
Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or just looking for a relaxing day out, this event is the perfect way to immerse yourself in nature
and gain inspiration for your own garden projects.
The participating gardens include:
Scott and Kim Cormack at 7 Hill Street – A showcase of thought-
ful planting and beautiful design.
Simon and Janine Hobson at 30 Byrne Close (off Thornell Street) –Not only can visitors admire their lovely garden, but they can also enjoy lunch and visit the on-site plant
store for a little greenery to take home.
Gene Mills and Linda Anderson at 75 Wombat Street – A testament to creative planting with plenty to admire.
John and Wendy Dunk at 61 Fontenoy Street – In addition to their well-tended garden, guests can enjoy a cuppa while they take in the scenery.
June James at 19 Ripon Street – A beautiful garden that’s sure to delight.
For those feeling lucky, raffle tickets will be on sale at all gardens for $5 until 4 pm.
This is a cash-only event, so be sure to bring some with you, as no EFTPOS facilities will be available.
This is the perfect opportunity to spend a relaxing day admiring some of the most beautiful gardens in Young, meet like-minded garden lovers, and perhaps even take home a few new ideas or plants. With such a variety of gardens on display, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Mark your calendars and bring along your friends and family for a delightful day out this Sunday. The Young Hospital Auxiliary look forward to seeing you in the gardens.
Multicultural stronger together grants open Cherry Time Growers and Producers Market
MULTICULTURAL and multifaith community groups in the Cootamundra electorate are encouraged to apply for a share in $500,000 to deliver grassroots Festivals and Events that foster community harmony and celebrate cultural diversity in 2024-2025.
Eligible organisations can apply for grants of between $5,000 and $20,000 to help organise festivities that celebrate and embrace our state’s vibrant cultural diversity.
Every year hundreds of grassroots not-for-profit organisations across NSW use the Festival and Event grants to celebrate their cultural heritage and share food, music and entertainment with everyone in the community.
Multicultural NSW administers the grants on behalf of the NSW Government.
The festivals and events are
scheduled to run between 1 March and 31 July 2025. The grants remain open until Friday 11 October, 5pm and an information session is
planned for 3 October, 11am. For more information or to apply, visit https://multicultural.nsw.gov.au/strongertogether-events-festivals/
CELEBRATE the cherry season at the Cherry Time Growers and Producers Market hosted by Wombat Cottage Cafe in the quaint village of Wombat, just a short drive from Young. On Friday, 29 November, starting from 9 am, the market will showcase a variety of fresh, local produce, with cherries taking center stage.
Visitors can enjoy a day of exploring stalls filled with regional delights from local growers and producers.
Whether you’re looking for fresh fruit, artisan goods, or a relaxing coffee at the cafe, this market offers a great chance to support local businesses while enjoying the beauty of cherry season. For more details, contact 0498 005 117 or email wombatcottagecafe@ gmail.com.
YOUNG LIONS CLUB
Young Hospital Auxiliary are holding its annual Open Gardens this November.
Road safety starts with locals
By REBECCA HEWSON
THE Australian Road Safety Foundation (ARSF) is celebrating its seventh Rural Road Safety Month by spreading awareness to motorists that road safety starts with them.
The campaign targets safety on regional and rural roads throughout the country, with Hilltops Council and NSW Government backing the campaign and calling on local motorists to do the right thing on the road.
“Now in its seventh year, ARSF’s Rural Road Safety Month national awareness campaign targets regional and rural road safety throughout September,” an ARSF spokesperson said.
“A national community-based road safety initiative, it is designed to highlight the additional risks when driving on rural and remote roads across Australia.”
According to ARSF despite being less populated areas, deaths on rural and remote roads accounted for almost two thirds of the road toll in 2023.
“All road users are encouraged to get involved to help make a significant reductio in road trauma.”
Rural Road Safety Month runs from September 1 to September 30 each year.
There was 1,273 lives lost on Australian roads in 2023 according to the ARSF, which was a 7.9 percent increase on the year before.
According to the data from ARSF three out of four deaths on the road
were male with 63 percent of fatalities occurring on a weekday and 62 percent happened during the day.
Almost two in three of the deaths recorded were in rural and remote areas.
There were 102 school aged children who lost their lives in 2023.
The majority of deaths recorded last year were between the ages of 40 and 64 with 389 fatalities recorded, 8-16 year olds were the third smallest age group with 48 fatalities.
243 deaths were aged between 17 and 25 years of age.
“Road Safety is a community issue, and it’s up to all of us to minimise the risk of crashes and to save lives,” the ARSF spokesperson said.
“We work with partners, governments, councils, school and workplace communities, likeminded groups and individuals to find innovations and practical solutions to address the issue.”
Locals, schools and community groups and organisations are being encouraged to join one of ARSF’s many campaigns, including Fatality Free Friday which occurs in April/May, Rural Road Safety Month in September or the Christmas Road Safety in December/ January.
Locals are also encouraged to make a promise, where they can sign up to promise to choose road safety, take responsibility for themselves and others, obey the road rules and be a safe road user.
Urged to drive carefully on our rural roads
By REBECCA HEWSON
LOCALS are being urged to take care on local roads with an increase in the number of incidents involving wildlife, especially kangaroos, in line with the start of Road Safety Month.
In the last week alone, two incidents of kangaroos being hit with vehicles near Boorowa have resulted in animals being left injured on the side of the road.
The NSW Government and Hilltops Council are calling on locals to take care and keep an eye out, particularly around dusk and dawn.
“Wildlife, wild horses (brumbies) and livestock on the roads can pose and added risk to motorists,” a spokesperson said.
“One in every 41 crashes resulting in injury or death on country roads involve a vehicle hitting an animal.”
ger when driving or riding,” the spokesperson said.
“Slowing down and staying alert, especially around dusk or dawn, could save a collision and save your life.”
Horses being ridden have the same road rights and responsibility as motorists when using the road.
“They have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers, motorcycle riders and bicycle riders,” the spokesperson said.
“Horses can be easily scared so you must take extra care when driving near them.”
Transport NSW have some tips for safe driving:
dictable. Stay alert and expect the unexpected.
BRAKE SAFELY - Apply your breaks in a careful, controlled manner. Leave space and pass with care when it is safe to do so.
DON’T SWERVE - take great care if you maneuver to avoid an animal. You may lose control of your vehicle if you swerve too harshly.
FOLLOW WARNING SIGNS - take note of warning signs alerting you to the presence of animals in the area. If you see these signs, slow down, stay alert and be prepared to stop if required.
Many local motorists understand that there is the chance they will come across wildlife, be it birds, kangaroos, foxes, livestock or other animals, at this time of the year animals on the sides of roads increases with the seasonal changes of the area.
roos and wallabies, may appear on or near the road, particularly around dusk or dawn, when visibility is reduced,” the spokesperson said.
“They can be fast and unpredictable.
“Wildlife, especially kanga-
“When they stray onto the road, it’s hard to know what they’ll do next.”
Though usually livestock on or near roads will usually be signposted, sometimes animals escape.
REDUCE YOUR SPEEDslow down and look out for wildlife on or near the roadside.
“Livestock such as cattle and sheep are also sometimes found on or near the road and can present a dan-
STAY ALERT - animals can be more active near waterholes and creeks and harder to see at sunrise and sunset. They can be fast and unpre-
REPORT INJURED WILDLIFE - call WIRES on 1300 034 737 or use the IFAW Wildlife Rescue app to find a suitable wildlife rescue organisation for your location.
BE PREPARED
Visit the Transport NSW website for more information.
Locals are being encouraged to sign up to make a promise.
PHOTO: AFRS
As Rural Road Safety Month comes to an end local motorists are being urged to be cautious while on the road.
Ready for a great Woolfest
By REBECCA HEWSON
Organisers are ready and excited for the Boorowa Irish Woolfest which is on this Sunday, with all the usual amazing features and plenty of other aspects for visitors to check out and get involved in.
Boorowa Irish Woolfest Chair Susan Corcoran has said everything is organised for what is expected to be another fun and fantastic event for visitors.
“Everything seems to be in order and looks to be organised,” Susan said.
“People can expect lots of the same traditional things that they enjoy and value every year, but also some new and exciting things that we’ve added and changed to hopefully develop the Festival to be more interactive.”
While there are some changes and new additions to the Festival line up the premise the committee has gone for is to get to the heart of what it is all about.
“We’re trying to get back to the roots of what the Fes-
tival is all about, which is our Irish heritage and celebrating wool and sharing both of those with out of towners and people who are not familiar with those topics,” Susan said.
Following on from the huge success of last year’s Festival, this year there is a lot more interest in the annual event.
“This year we are fortunate to have ABC’s Backroads coming to create an episode,” Susan said.
“We also have Steven Maher coming from ABC Radio and he’ll be broadcasting live on the day during the Festival.”
Ahead of the event there have been plenty of vacancies filled with bookings for accommodation coming in thick and fast.
“Accommodation seems to be booking up and everything seems to be moving along,” Susan said.
The committee has taken on board some of the feedback from previous Festivals and are incorporating it in this year’s event.
“This year we have made changes to the schedule to have it starting earlier and finishing later,” Susan said.
“We’ve got music on the main stage until 5 o’clock, we’ve got things happening all day, not just in the centre of the day like previous years.
“It will allow everyone to see everything really thoroughly without being rushed.”
The woodchopping will have four performances, the dancers will also be putting on multiple performances but the biggest change will come with the famous Running of the Sheep.
“People want to see them for longer, they want to engage with the sheep more and so we’ve actually got the sheep running a double lap this year,” Susan said.
“They’re going to run from
the top end of town to the roundabout, and hopefully around the roundabout and back, allowing people to see them that little bit more.”
Events for the weekend kick off this Friday with the Charity Art Show and sale opening from 5pm to 7pm.
The Art Show Opening on Friday has a cocktail party theme and is $10 for entry at the Old Courthouse on Marsden Street.
There are over 150 artworks for sale from seasoned artists, right through to a seven-year-old budding artist. Proceeds from the Charity Art Sale will go to Boorowa Central School and St Joseph’s Boorowa.
“We are so excited,” Susan said. “I don’t know if I have enough wall space.”
The fantastic thing about the Art Show this year is that it will also be going digital with an Instagram page set up so that people can view and buy the artwork from the comfort of their home by searching for Art Show Boorowa on Insta.
Anyone who would like to know more or who like to purchase artwork through the app can do so by instant messaging Art Show Boorowa or by calling Susan on 0429 467 544.
You can find the program for the event online at the Boorowa Irish Woolfest Website or jump onto Facebook and find out all of the latest on the Irish Wool Festival Boorowa Facebook page.
Get along and celebrate with Boorowa this Sunday.
Be sure to check out the Charity Art Sale and pick up some amazing pieces.
There will be fun for the whole family at the Boorowa Irish Woolfest.
Get ready for the Running of the Sheep at the Boorowa Irish Wool Festival this Sunday.
PHOTOS: Irish Woolfest Boorowa
What’s on during the Boorowa Irish Woolfest?
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5DAY ENTERTAINMENT
BAREFOOT BOWLS: From 9.30am. Contact the Club to enter on 6385 3338.
Location: Ex-Services Club 55-59 Pudman Street, Boorowa.
BOOROWA MUSEUM: 10am to 2pm
Location: 35 Marsden Street, Boorowa.
CHARITY ART SHOW AND SALE: 10am to 4pm.
Location: The Old Courthouse Building, Marsden Street, Boorowa.
2024 QUICK SHEAR COMPETITION FEATURING FORD FOUR SHEARING: 11am - all day.
Location: Boorowa Ex-Services Club, 55-59 Pudman Street, Boorowa.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5 -
EVENING
ENTERTAINMENT
LIVE MUSIC AT THE RAM AND STALLION HOTEL: From 5pm. “Double Tones’ in the new beer garden, pizzas served from 4pm.
Location: 70-74 Brial Street, Boorowa.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE EX-SERVICES CLUB: From 6.30pm. “Rock Classics with Platinum Duo”.
Location: 55-59 Pudman Street, Boorowa.
FOODIES AND MOVIE NIGHT OUT AT THE RECREATION CLUB: From 6pm. Outdoor Movie (Bring seats, bean bags etc) - Face Painter - Food Vans - Fireworks
Location: 36-44 Market Street, Boorowa.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 6
ALL DAY ACTIVITIES PRESENTED BY DONOHUE’S ESTATE:
Antique engine and tractor displaypetting zoo - working dog trials - Irish dancers - Charity Art Show and Sale - War Memorial - Boorowa Car Club display - markets - Boorowa Museumsheep balloon sculpture - Facepainters - photo opportunities - face boardskids rides and jumping castles
CULTURAL FUN PRESENTED BY BOOROWA COURT HOUSE ARTS AND CRAFTS:
Poetry - main stage 9am and 9.45am. Children’s Author Reading - main stage 10.30am and 3.30pm Wool demonstration - Nutrien Woolshed
Competition Hour from 2pm - Entry on the day
Irish accent competition
Guiness pie eating competition
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
PRESENTED BY TILT RENEWABLES
Double Shot Maggie - Full on Irish Rock and Traditional Punk Band - The Raglins - Folk Duo - Simon WattsViolinist - Canberra Celtic Pipe Band - Canobolas Highland Pipe Band
DEMONSTRATION EXCELLENCE
PRESENTED BY BOOROWA TRACTORS
Wood choppers - Hall and District Axemen - Shearing Shack
- Hawkesbury Working Dog demonstration - lawns of the Old Courthouse Building
ANIMAL DISPLAY PRESENTED BY BOOROWA BEES
Black and coloured sheep displayPudman Street - Kidz Zoo Animal Farm Petting Paddock - Marsden Street -
Working Dog Trials - Market Street. MAIN STAGE HIGHLIGHTS:
11.45am - Blessing of the Fleece and Official Opening presented by Bendigo Bank
12.15pm - Street Parade presented by Squadron Energy
Followed by the Running of the Sheep presented by Mainline Smart Dyno Technology
12.45pm - Main Act ‘Double Shot Maggie’ presented by Kia and Young Motors
1.30pm - The Raglins presented by Ray White Young and Harden
PIZZAS IN THE NEW BEER GARDEN AT RAM AND STALLION HOTEL: From 4pm.
Location - 70-74 Brial Street, Boorowa.
LIVE MUSIC FEATURING LOCAL DUO TORI AND JASON: 4pm to 7pm - The Occassional Wine Bar. Free event.
RUGBY LEAGUE GRAND FINAL: On the big screen at the Boorowa ExServices Club.
DJ AT THE COURTHOUSE HOTEL: 6pm onwards. Also showing the Rugby League Grand Final.
Location: 12 Marsden Street, Boorowa.
SHAMROCK TRAIL WALK: The Shamrock Trail introduces the fascinating history of Boorowa.
Read the story of the bushrangers, settlers and convicts in Boorowa.
Collect self guided trail booklet from Boorowa Court House Arts and Crafts and Information Centre in The Old Courthouse building, 37 Marsden Street.
What’s on at the Bribbaree Show
7.30am
Bribbaree Public School P and C Canteen Opens Yard Dog Trails
8.30am Annual Bribbaree Show Cycling Classic Horse Ring Events
9.00am Pedal Tractor arm and Play Area Pavilions Open Sheep exhibit opens Kentucky Animal Farm (9am to 4pm)
9.30am Tractor Pull
10.00am Bar opens Amusements
Stockman’s Challenge
11.00am
Woodchopping Competition with Midwest Axeman
BRIBAREE SHOW ‘YOUNG
PEOPLE’ - Steward Nicole Mangelsdorf
Free entry
0-2 year old
2-4 year old
5-8 year old
9-11 year old 12-15 year old 12pm
OFFICIAL OPENING by Mike Tomalaris - Cycling and Fitness Ambassador 12.30pm
CHILDREN’S RUNNING RACESSponsored by Young Services Club
Stewards - Matthew Hunter and Chris Schiller
Free entry
First Prize - $5 1-3 year old
Preschool and kindergarten
Years 1 and 2
Years 3 and 4
Years 5 and 6
Years 7 and 8
Years 9 and 10
Years 11 and 12
Lolly Scramble for children aged 5 and under.
1pm
Horse sporting events (commences not before 1pm but no later than 2.30pm)
1.30pm FARMER’S CHALLENGESponsored by Young Eyes
Free entry
Prize money (per team) - 1st$200, 2nd - $100, 3rd - $50
Two people per team: 1 male and 1 female
A number of set tasks are required to be undertaken. Winners are the team to complete the tasks in the shortest time. Entrants must wear enclosed shoes.
CHILDRENS TUG OF WAR
CHALLENGE
Age 11 and Under - Sponsored by Bedford bus and Commercial
Cleaning Services
Steward - Dave Gibson
Entry fee - $2 per person
Teams of six people - must include at least one female.
Prize money per team - 1st $180, 2nd $90. Entrants must wear enclosed shoes - no spikes.
2.30pm Dog high jump
3.00pm
JUNIOR TUG OF WAR CHALLENGE
Age 12-15
Sponsored by Bedford Bus and
Commercial Cleaning Services
Steward - Dave Gibson
Entry fee
$2 per person
Teams of six people - must include at least one female
Prize money per team - 1st $180 2nd $90. Entrants must wear enclosed shoes - no spikes.
Drawing of Lucky Gate Winner Announcement of Motorbike Show and Shine People’s Choice Award
Mullet Competition ADULT TUG OF WAR CHALLENGE
Age 16 and over
Sponsored by Bidgee Quarries, Mick Schiller Stock Transport and Gibson Spreading.
Stewards - Chris Schiller and Dave Gibson
Entry fee - $10 per person
Teams of six people - must include at least one female Prize money per team - 1st $1,500, 2nd $500. Entrants must wear enclosed shoes - no spikes.
4.30pm Buddy Pick Up
5pm Pavilion exhibits can be collected.
Stewards - Matthew Hunter and Chris Schiller
NEW MADINAH COLLEGE
NEW Madinah College
End-of-Term Awards and Celebration of Student Achievements
Today, New Madinah College celebrated its endof-term awards, recognising the outstanding efforts of students across various categories.
The event included a series of exciting moments, with students proudly showcasing their achievements in both academic and creative pursuits.
Young Show Artwork Victory
A special congratulations goes to Year 2 students, who took home first place at the Young Show for their remarkable artwork.
Their creativity and hard work were acknowledged with this impressive accolade, shining a spotlight on the artistic talent within the college.
Class Presentations and Book Week Awards
The event also featured engaging class presentations, where students had the opportunity to share their learning
experiences from the term.
Additionally, the winners of the Book Week awards were announced, celebrating students’ love for reading and storytelling.
Introduction of Indigenous School Mascots
In a significant and heartfelt part of the ceremony, the college proudly introduced its new Indigenous School Mascots. These mascots, designed by local Aboriginal artist Stewart James, embody qualities that align with Islamic values.
The designs incorporate both the college colours and Indigenous colours, and each mascot represents a local animal with symbolic traits such as strength, wisdom, and community spirit.
Soon, these beautiful designs will be painted and displayed around the college, serving as a visual reminder of the connection between the local Aboriginal culture and the core values upheld at New Madinah College.
You can follow New Madinah College on Facebook or you can jump online to the website.
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Shipwrecked and
Introduction of Indigenous school mascots at New Madinah College.
6.00 Morning Programs.
2.30 Weekender. 3.00 Harry’s Practice. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 ER. 2.55 Doctor Who. 3.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Long Lost Family. 6.15 Car S.O.S. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 MOVIE: Mother’s Day. (2016) 10.25 ER. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Hailey Dean Mysteries: A Prescription For Murder. (2019) 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. 8.30 MOVIE: A Few Good Men. (1992) Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Moore. 11.30 MOVIE: Priest. (2011) 1.15 GetOn Extra. 2.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 The Mightiest. 2.00 Disasters At Sea. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Surveillance Oz. 8.30 MOVIE: Wrath Of Man. (2021) 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. 1.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 2.35 Poh’s Kitchen. 3.00 Whale With Steve Backshall. 3.55 The Assembly. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.35 Gardening Aust. 8.35 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. 9.25 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee. Final. 10.15 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. Final. 10.50 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.30 Mythbusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 8.55 Robot Wars. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30
9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: A Town Called Love. (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 Country House Hunters Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: Joker. (2019) Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz. 11.00 MOVIE: The Disappointments Room. (2016) 12.40 Tipping Point. 1.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.35 Take Me Out. 2.50 Modern Family. 3.20 Around The World With Manu. 4.20 Australia’s Got Talent. 5.50 MOVIE: The Karate Kid. (1984) 8.30 MOVIE: Fifty Shades Darker. (2016) Dakota Johnson. 11.00 MOVIE: Only The Brave. (2017) 1.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 News.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 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 Family Feud. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 Deal Or No Deal. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Sort Your Life Out.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Long Dark Hall. (1951) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Antiques Downunder. 8.30 MOVIE: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly. (1966) 12.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railway Journeys. 3.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 TAB Epsom Day and TAB Turnbull Stakes Day. 6.00 Heathrow. 6.30 The Highland Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. TAB Epsom Day and TAB Turnbull Stakes Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. Return. 7.30 MOVIE: Pearl Harbor. (2001) Ben Affleck, Josh Hartnett, Kate Beckinsale. 11.10 MOVIE: Death Wish. (1974) 1.15 Travel Oz. 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Larry The Wonder Pup. 5.00 House Of Wellness.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 American Pickers. 4.00 Desert Collectors. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL Women’s. Week 6. Carlton v Brisbane Lions. 9.15 MOVIE: The Man From Toronto. (2022) 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Rage Charts. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Unforgotten. 1.15 Grantchester. 2.05 Shaun Micallef’s Eve Of Destruction. Final. 2.45 The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2022. 4.15 The Assembly. Final. 5.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 5.30 Landline. 6.00 Australian Story. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Grantchester. 8.20 Vera. 9.50 Return To Paradise. 10.50 Miniseries: Better. 11.45 Rage. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.35 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.05 Interstellar Ella. 6.25 Pfffirates. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.30 The Crystal Maze. 8.15 MOVIE: Early Man. (2018) 9.40 Officially Amazing. 10.10 Dragon Ball Super. 10.35 Crazy Fun Park. 11.05 The PM’s Daughter. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 3.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Long Lost Family. 6.15 Car S.O.S. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.00 QI. 8.30 Live At The Apollo. 9.20 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 10.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Getaway. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Cross Court. 12.30 Explore TV: Trade Routes Of The Middle Ages. 1.00 Great Australian Detour. 1.30 The Block. 3.30 The Garden Gurus. 4.00 Journey To Europe. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. 6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 MOVIE: Speed. (1994) Keanu Reeves. 9.50 MOVIE: Speed 2: Cruise Control. (1997) Sandra Bullock. 12.15 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.05 The Food Trail. 2.05 Australia’s Got Talent. 3.35 Dancing With The Stars. 5.30 MOVIE: The Prince & Me 3: A Royal Honeymoon. (2008) 7.30 MOVIE: Murder On The Orient Express. (2017) 9.55 MOVIE: Slumdog Millionaire. (2008) 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 News. 3.30 Close Of Business. 4.10 Planet America: Fireside Chat. 5.00 News. 5.30 Asia
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.30 Are You RV Safe? 1.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. Return. 1.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 2.00 The Dog Down Under. Final. 2.30 Buy To Build. 3.00 What’s Up Down Under. 3.30 Australia By Design: Innovations. 4.00 My Market Kitchen. 4.30 Cook With Luke. 5.00 10 News First. 6.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 MOVIE: The Magic Box. (1951) 1.45 MOVIE: The Sound Barrier. (1952) 4.10 MOVIE: New York, New York. (1977) 7.30 MOVIE: Sliding Doors. (1998) Gwyneth Paltrow. 9.30 MOVIE: Fools Rush In. (1997) Matthew Perry, Salma Hayek. 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 My Greek Odyssey. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 6.45 Escape To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 House Of Wellness. 1.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 Border Security: International. 3.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. 8.50 7NEWS Spotlight. 9.50 The Latest: Seven News. 10.20 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 AFL Women’s. Gold Coast v Essendon. 3.00 AFL Women’s. Sydney v Geelong. 5.00 Duck Dynasty. 6.00 Border Security: America’s Front Line. 6.30 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Black Hawk Down. (2001) 11.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 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 Darby And Joan. 3.10 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat. 3.40 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. Final. 4.30 Restoration Australia. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. Final. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Return To Paradise. 8.30 Unforgotten. 9.15 Miniseries: Better. 10.15 Fisk. 10.45 Spicks And Specks. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.50 Octonauts. 7.00 Andy And The Band. 7.30 MOVIE: Shaun The Sheep: The Movie. (2015) 8.50 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.35 Speechless. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 In The Room: Leigh Sales With Lin-Manuel Miranda. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Grand Final Day. 1.20 Rugby League. State Cup C’ship. Grand Final. Newtown Jets v North Brisbane Devils. 3.10 Grand Final Day. 3.55 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Grand Final. Roosters v Cronulla Sharks. 5.30 Grand Final Day. 6.00 9News Sunday. 6.30 Grand Final Night. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Grand Final. Melbourne Storm v Penrith Panthers. 9.30 NRL Grand Final PostMatch. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Get Arty. 7.00 Kitty Is Not A Cat. 8.00 It’s Academic. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Holistic Living. 10.30 Home And Away. 1.30 The Amazing Race. 3.40 To Be Advised. 5.30 Puppy School. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. 1.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 1.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 2.00 Farm To Fork. 2.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 3. Melbourne United v Cairns Taipans. 4.30 Luxury Escapes. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. 8.30 FBI: International. 9.30 NCIS. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 What’s Up Down Under. 1.30 Diagnosis Murder. 2.30 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. 3.30 On The Fly. 4.00 I Fish. 4.30 Basketball. NBL. Tasmania JackJumpers v Perth Wildcats. 6.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 10.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Becker. 6.30 Frasier. 7.30 Neighbours. 9.30 Becker. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 Family Feud. 1.00 The Middle. 3.30 Becker. 4.00 Frasier. 5.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Long Lost Family. 6.15 Car S.O.S. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.00 QI. 8.30 The Assembly. 9.15 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 9.50 ER. 10.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Motorcycle Racing. Austn Superbike C’ship. 4.00 Etched In Gold. 4.30 Citizen Soldiers: Defenders Of Australia. 5.35 Trains At War. Final. 6.30 SBS
6.30 Foreign Correspondent. 7.00 National News. 7.30 Insiders. 8.40 America, Are You OK? 9.00 Nightly News. 9.30 Aust Story. 10.00 Late Programs.
(P) Preschoolers (C) Children (G) General (PG) Parental Guidance (M) Mature Audiences
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Travel plans could be interrupted by the reemergence of a workplace problem that was never quite fully resolved. Deal with it at once, then take off on a well-deserved trip.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Aspects favor cultural activities for sensuous Bovines. Attend a concert or an art show. Better yet, create something yourself (a poem, perhaps?), and dedicate it to someone special.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Respect any doubts you might now be feeling about a new situation. They could be reflecting your inner awareness that some essential information might be missing. Check it out.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It’s important to start the new week with as clean of a slate as possible. Either complete all those unfinished tasks, or pass them on to others who would be more than happy to take them on.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.40 MOVIE: Assassin For Hire. (1951) 1.05 MOVIE: Bikini Beach. (1964) 3.10 MOVIE: Hawaii. (1966) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. (2015) Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith. 10.55 Chicago Med. 11.55 Late Programs.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) This is a good time to cut down on expenses and tame the urge to splurge. Applying some financial discipline now could help the Big Cat ride out a possible monetary crunch later on.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Money matters are dominant this week. Recheck your accounts and make sure they’re up-to-date. Also, pay more attention to personal issues before they become major problems.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might be tempted to employ the same tactics as your adversary, but this could backfire. Better to use the same balanced approach that has worked for you before and could work again.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A changing workplace environment could stir up confusion as well as apprehension. Best to ignore the rumors and get the facts. You could find that the changes bring positive elements.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21)
Communication is easier this week, as people are ready and eager to hear what you have to say. Also, check for possible technical problems before you start a new project.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Aspects favor change for the usually traditional Goat. Opening your mind to possibilities you had ignored could lead you to make decisions you once considered improbable.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Making personal as well as professional adjustments to changing conditions might be easier with more information explaining the hows and the whys of the situations in question.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) With a growing tide of positive reactions to buoy your confidence, this could be the right time to put the finishing touches on your new project and get it well and truly launched.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Vera. 2.30 Back Roads. 2.55 Bronwyn Oliver: The Shadows Within. 4.00 Love Your Garden. 4.45 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.
6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30
7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. 9.35 In The Room: Leigh Sales With Lin-Manuel Miranda. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. 11.05 Planet America. 11.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo.
4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05 ER.
2.50 Gavin & Stacey. 3.20 Doctor Who. 4.10 MythBusters. 5.00 Long Lost Family. 5.45 Car S.O.S. 6.30 My Family. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.15 MythBusters. 10.05 ER. 11.30 Late Programs.
The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.50 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.15 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. 9.00 The Rookie. 10.00 S.W.A.T. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Lopez Vs. Lopez. 12.30 Miniseries: The Victim. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Talking W. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 8.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.30 Bamazon. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 6.05 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.25 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 9.00 Poh’s Kitchen. 9.55 Doctor Who. 10.40 Merlin. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30
9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Two Chefs And A Wedding Cake. (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 Block. 9.00 Miniseries: Bali 2002. 10.00 To Be Advised. 11.00 9News Late. 11.30 La Brea. Final. 12.15 Tipping Point. 1.05 Cybershack. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Ultimate Tag. 12.05 Yummy Mummies. 1.30 The Amazing Race. 2.35 To Be Advised. 4.20 Bondi Vet. 5.20 Glee. 6.20 First Dates Australia. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 9.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 Law & Order: LA. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 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 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project. 12.05 Late Programs. 6.00 Home Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Escape Fishing With ET. 9.30 Diagnosis Murder. 10.30 Deal Or No Deal. 11.30 JAG. 12.30 Dr Phil. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 9.25 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 Evil. 12.15 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Iconic Australia. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Mr Forbush And The Penguins. (1971) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 The Good Karma Hospital. 9.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Late Programs.
7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Two And A Half Men. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 My Greek Odyssey. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 A Touch Of Frost. 10.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10
ER. 2.55 Doctor Who. 3.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Long Lost Family. 6.15 Car S.O.S. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Breeders. 9.20 Extras. 9.50 ER. 11.20 Rage. 12.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Earth.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.30 Border Security: International. 2.00 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam. 2.15 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. 9.10 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. 10.10 Made In Bondi. 11.15 Chicago Fire. 12.15 Holey Moley Australia. 2.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 AFL Women’s. Week 7. St Kilda v GWS Giants. 9.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Tony Armstrong’s Extra-Ordinary Things. 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Earth. 3.55 Love Your Garden. 4.40 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.25 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. 8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 9.05 Louis Theroux Interviews... 9.50 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 10.20 Kitchen Cabinet. 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. 11.20 Four Corners. 12.05 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.40 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.25 Deadly Dinosaurs. 8.55 Ice Age. 9.40 Doctor Who. 10.25 Merlin. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 To Be Advised. 1.40 Border Security: International. 2.10 Catch Phrase. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 7News Local. 6.30 7News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 Jimeoin: Result. 9.50 The Latest: Seven News. 10.20 Australia: Now And Then. 11.20 Chicago Fire. 12.20 Stan Lee’s Lucky Man. 1.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.50 The Hundred With Andy Lee. 9.50 True Story With Hamish & Andy. 10.50 9News Late. 11.20 Chicago Med. 12.10 Transplant. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. 1.30 Sean’s Kitchen. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Modern Family. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Glee. 6.00 Modern Family. 6.25 First Dates Australia. 7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 MOVIE: Happy Gilmore. (1996) 10.40 The Goldbergs. 11.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Parliament. 3.10 News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 ABC Nightly News. 10.15 Four Corners. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.40 Entertainment Tonight. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 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 NCIS. 10.40 10’s Late News. 11.05 The Project.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 Iconic Australia. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Are You Being Served? (1977) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 9.40 Silent Witness. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.20 Explore TV: Trade Routes Of The Middle Ages. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00 Tipping Point. 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. 5.30 WIN News. 6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 The Block. 8.35 Human Error. 9.35 Million Dollar Murders. 10.45 9News Late. 11.15 Law & Order: Organized Crime. 12.05 Tipping Point. 1.00 Hello SA. 1.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. 10.45 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Outback Truckers. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.00 The Force: BTL. 8.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER. 2.55 Doctor Who. 3.40 Fresh Off The Boat. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Long Lost Family. 6.15 Car S.O.S. 7.00 My Family. 7.30 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Not Going Out. 9.40 Mother And Son. 10.10 ER. 11.40 Late Programs.
4.00 Love Your Garden. 4.45 Grand Designs. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. Return. 8.30 Question Everything. Return. 9.05 Planet America. 9.35 Would I Lie To You? 10.05 Spicks And Specks. 10.40 ABC Late News. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.15 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 4.40 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 Little J And Big Cuz. 6.25 The Adventures Of Paddington. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 The Inbestigators. 7.50 Operation Ouch! 8.25 Doctor Who. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 11.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Australian Story. 10.30
Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 I Escaped To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Left Off The Map. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Miniseries: Karen Pirie. 10.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. 2.00 Anh Does Vietnam. 3.00 Sean’s Kitchen. 3.30 Modern Family. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Glee. 6.00 Modern Family. 6.25 First Dates Australia. 7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 Ramsay’s 24 Hours To Hell And Back. 10.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.35 The Cook Up With Adam Liaw. 4.05 Planet Reef. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Mastermind Australia. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Portillo’s Andalucia. 8.25 Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar. 9.20 Four Years Later. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Carmen Curlers. New. 1.05 Wisting. 2.50 Miniseries: Safe Home. 3.50 Paddington Station 24/7. 5.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.25 Hair Power: Me And My Afro. 3.20 WorldWatch. 5.15 Abandoned. 6.10 Craig Charles: UFO Conspiracies. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: The Assignment. (1997) 10.40 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 News With Joe O’Brien. 6.00 ABC News Hour. 7.00 National News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 The World. 10.00 ABC Nightly News. 10.30 Planet America. 11.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 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 Thank God You’re Here. 8.40 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. Final. 9.10 NCIS. 10.10 10’s Late News. 10.35 The Project. 11.35 Late Programs. 6.00 Home Shopping. 8.00 NBL Slam. 8.30 Diagnosis Murder. 10.30 JAG. 12.30 Dr Phil. 2.30 Jake And The Fatman. 3.30 Diagnosis Murder. 5.30 JAG. 7.30 NCIS. 9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.30 The Weekly Kick-Off. 11.00 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.55 Evil. 12.55 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Two And A Half Men. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 Rules Of Engagement. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 Big Bang. 9.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Saraband For Dead Lovers. (1948) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Billy The Exterminator. 3.30 Hustle & Tow. 4.30 Storage Wars. 5.00 American Restoration. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Air Crash Investigations: The Accident Files. 8.30 Disasters At Sea. 9.30 The Mightiest. 10.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Journey To Europe. 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
Shop: Home Shopping. 2.30 Global Shop. 3.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.50 As Time Goes By. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Brothers In Law. (1957) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.40 Poirot. 10.50 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. 2.00 Anh Does Vietnam. 3.00 Sean’s Kitchen. 3.30 Modern Family. 4.00 Bondi Vet. 5.00 Glee. 6.00 Modern Family. 6.25 First Dates Australia. 7.30 First Dates UK. 8.35 Ramsay’s 24 Hours To Hell And Back. 10.35 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00
Mary Sheekey and George Cranfield
Mary Sheekey was born in about 1846 in County Down, Ireland, to Terence and Catherine Sheekey. She had two sisters and four brothers.
Patrick Grant of Goulburn, who had married Terence’s sister, paid £30 towards the family’s passage from Ireland to New South Wales. The family arrived in Sydney on the Hilton in October 1855. Unfortunately, the youngest child, Margaret, died during the voyage. The family spent a short time on the goldfields and then settled in Goulburn. Mary’s brother Cornelius opened a cordial factory there in 1868 and another brother, Patrick, opened a similar business in Yass in 1870.
In the meantime, on 10th November 1855, George Arthur Cranfield was born in Spitalfields, London, to William Benjamin and Emma Cranfield. After his engineering apprenticeship with Holbrook and Sons at Stratford, where he learned how to care for machinery, George Cranfield started working for Barrett and Company, cordial makers. Barrett sent him to introduce the company’s patented ‘stopper bottle’ to other firms. Cranfield and Barrett arrived in Sydney in 1873, intending to introduce the ‘stopper bottle’ to New South Wales. Barrett and Company demonstrated its new machinery, to great acclaim, during the 1874 In-
tercolonial Exhibition in Sydney.
While Barrett returned to London, Cranfield travelled south, introducing Barrett’s patent ‘stopper bottle’ to any cordial makers along the way. In Goulburn, he met Cornelius Sheekey and was introduced to his brother, Patrick, who also had the mail contract to run between Yass, Boorowa and Young and was already thinking about setting up a cordial business in Young. Cranfield sold the rights to use Barrett’s patent ‘stopper bottle’ to both brothers.
In September 1874, the aerated water machinery arrived in Young for Patrick Sheekey to use alongside the bakery
A wonderful Woolfest weekend right ahead
By JAMES BLACKWELL
After a two-week break following the election (more on our new Council and the election results from me soon), I’m back, and ready to talk about my favourite time of year, and what I would consider the best event of the calendar season in Hilltops. It’s finally spring! And that means it’s now time for the Boorowa Irish Woolfest of 2024! Now in it’s 26th year in its current form, Woolfest has a history going back even before that – there has been a celebration in one form or another for several decades now, although the Irish element was only added in 2000, as a way to honour the strong Irish connections of the town.
There is so much to love about the Woolfest, from the great atmosphere of the town to the range of events that now run across the weekend beyond the main Sunday. You can attend a charity art sale at the Old Courthouse on Friday, a comedy night at the Absolutely Superb Bibliothèque and Occasional Wine Bar (putting the full name in so Jeremy doesn’t get mad at me), or a family friendly evening at the Ex-Services club, both on the Saturday. And all before the main stage opens up on Sunday.
Despite all of these though, the real highlight of Woolfest, the reason perhaps so many of you, and so many people in general, know about it, is the running of the sheep.
Several hundred sheep race from just next to the war memorial, through the roundabout, down along Marsden Street, and finish up near the Old Courthouse. It may not be Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls, but it sure is a sight to behold. You
can even buy a raffle ticket and see if your sheep wins the race! You won’t see anything else like it!
My only critique about the running of the sheep is that you can’t buy a hilariously corny shirt, hat, or tote bag saying something like “I survived the running of the sheep” – that to me would elevate it from amazing spectacle to truly iconic status. (But I love corny merchandise!)
For those of us, like myself, who live on one of the main streets of Boorowa – it’s also a time to show off the greatness of the town. People’s gardens are all tuned up (sadly my spring bulbs peaked about 2 weeks too early – I’ll plant them a bit later next year), the shopfronts are all decorated, and lovely flags line the main streets. The Woolfest is Boorowa at its best.
And, once all is said and done for the day on Sunday, you can grab a drink, pop down to one of the local watering holes, and watch the NRL Grand Final (as a Pan-
and confectionary business in Burrowa Street that he had bought from R. J. Pearson. Patrick’s sister, Mary, ran the bakery and confectionary concern, while Cranfield installed the aerated water and cordial making machinery. She was ‘mature and levelheaded and hardworking. She was quick-witted, too, and laughed a lot’. Cornelius soon took over his brother’s Burrowa Street business and left Mary to continue managing the bakery and confectionery aspects, while Cranfield looked after the lemonade, aerated water and cordial making.
George Cranfield and Mary Sheekey were married by Father H. M. Finnegan on 22nd
April 1878 in Young. Mary wore a fitted wedding gown with a bustle and train which is displayed alongside a family photograph including daughters Florence, Emma and Josephine in the Young Historical Museum. Upon the marriage, the company became Sheekey and Cranfield, Bakers and Confectioners and Cordial Makers.
The main source for this article was Bow Bells to Burrowa Street, an early Australian life – the story of George Cranfield, by William James Forbes (D. W. Forbes, Leura, 2003).
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thers fan there’s no question who I want to win). For a long-weekend Sunday in October, you can’t ask for a better day.
And the people we have to thank for putting this show on? Well it’s not just the Council, although they have been strong supporters of the Woolfest for some time, as are almost all of the local Boorowa businesses. But it’s also people in our local community – the Woolfest Committee, led by Susan Corcoran, who work tirelessly all year to make sure the day goes off smoothly, and everyone has a great time, including the sheep!
So when I say that the Woolfest is Boorowa at its best, I really do mean it. Not only does the town look pretty, and we pull off a fantastic event, but it’s also emblematic of exactly the kind of community spirit that makes all of the towns in Hilltops such fantastic places to be.
And if you see me around on Sunday, come and say hello!
Cherry Blossom Garden Club to hold their next meeting
By CONTRIBUTED
The Cherry Blossom Garden Club is having its October Meeting on Thursday October 10 in the upstairs room at the Young Services Club at 2pm.
Our guest Speaker will be Sally from the Willaroo Farm –Native Plants and wildflowers.
New members are very welcome - Phone Kim on 0401911349 or come along to our meeting on the 3rd.
We had a visit from the Boys to the Bush at our September meeting which was so wonderful to hear some of the boy’s stories and also to see what this group are doing for the youth in the district.
How fortunate to have this in our district.
We also had a wonderful bus trip to the Tulip Top Garden near Canberra.
What a sight to be seen with thousands of tulips and hundreds of blossom trees on full display.
Hilltops chemical cleanout
Residents of Hilltops are encouraged to take advantage of the upcoming Household Chemical CleanOut events taking place from Friday 15 to Sunday 17 November 2024. These events are a valuable service to the community, allowing residents to drop off and safely dispose of various hazardous household chemicals at no cost.
Accepted items include motor oils, fluids, fuels, fluro lights, pool chemicals, paints, garden chemicals, poisons, batteries, gas bottles, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors.
Household Chemical CleanOut events will be held at the following locations:
HARDEN MURRUMBUR-
RAH:
Date: Friday 15 November 2024
Time: 8am to 3pm
Location: Murrumburrah Waste Facility, 174 Araluen Road, Murrumburrah
BOOROWA
Date: Saturday 16 November 2024
Time: 8am to 3pm
Location: Boorowa Waste Facility, 12 Tip Road, Boorowa
YOUNG:
Date: Sunday 17 November 2024
Time: 8am to 3pm
Location: Victoria Street Waste Facility, 16 Victoria Street, Young
Please note that only household quantities of up to 20 litres or 20 kilograms are accepted, except for paint, which residents can drop off up to 100 litres (in 20-litre containers) and household batteries, which residents can drop up to 10 kilograms.
Business-related and commercial quantities of chemicals will not be accepted at these events.
Remember that when handling and transporting chemicals, it is essential to exercise caution and follow these safety guidelines:
• Never mix chemicals, as this may lead to dangerous reactions.
• Whenever possible, keep chemicals in their original containers.
• Ensure containers are clearly labelled and wellsealed. For unidentified substances, label the container as ‘’unknown chemical’’.
• For containers with liquids, prevent leaks during transport by wrapping them security in newspaper and placing them in sturdy plastic bags or plastic buckets/trays.
2024 FAW CHERRY FESTIVAL WRITING COMPETITION ENTRIES CLOSE SOON
The members of the Lambing Flat FAW are reminding all interested authors in the district, that the closing date for our competition is fast approaching.
So if you have a poem or story hiding away in that drawer or book, get it out and enter into our Cherry Festival competition.
Entry forms are available at the local libraries, Hilltops Town Hall and Tourist Office or email to lambingflat.competitions@gmail.com for an entry form to be downloaded. Sections are for Adult Poetry and Short Stories (entry fees and word counts apply).
There are also FREE ENTRY for the School Sections for years Junior Primary (1,2,3), Primary (4,5,6), Secondary Schools (7,8,9 and 10,11,12) entries are also free. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT US ON 0408 699 507 OR 0418 161 472.
This amazing photograph can be found at the Museum.
The next Cherry Blossom Garden Club meeting is on October
Get ready to celebrate Woolfest in Boorowa this weekend.
NFF CEO heads to a new role
NATIONAL Farmers Federation (NFF) President David Jochinke has announced the resignation of CEO Tony Mahar (pictured) after a decade of service to the organisation and the agriculture sector.
Mr Mahar, who joined the NFF as General Manager of Trade and Economics in 2013 and became CEO in 2016, will take up the position of Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner – an independent role appointed by the Australian Government, reporting to the Minister for Climate and Energy.
“During his tenure, Tony has strengthened NFF’s position as the leading national advocacy body for agriculture through his integrity, stakeholder management skills, and dedication to the
industry,” Mr Jochinke said. “His passion, professionalism and approachability earned him respect across industry, government, and corporate partners, and we have greatly appreciated his leadership.”
Key achievements under Mr Mahar’s leadership include:
Leading the development of the NFF 2030 Roadmap together with former President Fiona Simson, which set a target of $100B farm gate value by 2030, gaining bipartisan support and industry-wide adoption.
Expanding NFF’s advocacy capacity through increased capacity, funding and growth in partnerships and government programs.
Working with the NFF
Team to implement initiatives such as the Regional Tech Hub, AgCAREERSTART, and the Australian Agricultural Sustainability Framework, addressing industry challenges.
Significantly broadening NFF’s membership to
include all state farming groups, establishing the NFF Horticulture Council and integrating the Forestry and Seafood sectors, as well as farmer representative groups like Farmers for Climate Action and Queensland Farmers Federation into NFF.
Mr Mahar’s efforts have resulted in NFF’s growth from a small team to a staff of over 40, with a broader membership base and a consolidated and stable financial position. His ability to build and maintain relationships across the industry has established NFF as a key stakeholder for both government and industry bodies.
Mr Jochinke expressed gratitude for Mr Mahar’s industry leadership, relationship management, and tireless efforts to represent Australian agriculture both domestically and internationally.
“It is a challenge to lead a national peak body, in this case bringing together all elements of our primary indus-
tries, and engaging effectively with supply chains both upstream and downstream, and I commend Tony’s professionalism, credibility, and determination in doing so.”
Mr Jochinke also welcomed Minister Bowen and the Albanese Government’s recognition of the importance of getting improvements to the current challenges facing rural and regional communities, governments and the energy sector, as documented in the former Commissioner Andrew Dyer’s Report earlier in 2024.
The NFF board will begin the process of recruiting a new CEO immediately, with Mr Mahar formally concluding his role in December 2024.
Supermarket supplier issues identified
THE NFF Horticulture Council has welcomed the interim report as part of the ACCC’s ongoing supermarket inquiry.
Chair of the Council Jolyon Burnett said supermarket suppliers would take some comfort the ACCC appear to have identified the main concerns they have with how they’re treated.
“The shortlist of concerns includes a lack of transparency in the pricing process, pressure to accept disproportionate risk and make unfair payments, and the disingenuous use of quality specifications to reject produce,” Mr Burnett said.
“But we are going to have to wait for the final report due in February for a clearer picture about the exact nature and extent of these practices, noting the ACCC have
flagged between now and then using their powers to compel supermarkets to supply relevant data.
“Suppliers are keen to see one claim tested in particular, made by supermarket executives under oath to the Senate inquiry, that prices paid to them are based on central wholesale markets.
“Our suspicion is that supermarkets have instead been paying suppliers as little as they possibly can, below both the wholesale market and even the cost of production.
“Rather than wait for February, we’d welcome supermarkets coming forward to proactively prove their prices are what they say they are.
“If the audacity of supermarkets allegedly gouging consumers with fake discounts under the bright fluo-
rescent lights of the grocery aisle is any indication, we can expect supermarkets are up to all sorts of tricks in the dark room where they unilaterally decide how much fresh produce suppliers get paid.
“This absolute lack of any transparency is what makes the ACCC inquiry so important and begs the question whether the information gathering powers of the ACCC during this inquiry shouldn’t become permanent.
“We will continue to work proactively with suppliers and the ACCC to ensure this inquiry delivers the insights and findings suppliers and consumers need to ensure our domestic fresh produce industry and supply chain is sustainable into the long term.”
Head of NFF Horticulture Jolyon Burnett has welcomed the interim report. PHOTO: NFF
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
1 What are vagabonds known as (6)
8 Which fabric is often used for wall hangings (8)
9 Who is responsible for the content of a newspaper (6)
10 What are wages known as (8)
11 Which golf scores are one over par (6)
13 Name a writ process for the summoning of witnesses (8)
16 What are apothecaries (8)
19 Which term describes a wise and trusted counsellor (6)
22 Name a disease of the eye, characterised by progressive loss of vision (8)
24 To help people in need is to give what (6)
25 To feel unnaturally elated, one feels what (8)
26 Topeka is the capital of which US State (6)
DOWN
2 What does the first letter in the word radar stand for (5)
3 What is a basic unit of measurement (5)
4 When one emphasises something, one does what (8)
5 Which pointed device is attached to a rider’s boot heel to goad a horse onwards (4)
6 Name a dog breed of the spitz family (6)
7 Which mythical monster is said to spout fire (6)
12 Which Arnhem Land peninsula is a site of bauxite mining (4)
14 Name the German chancellor (1862-1871), Otto von … (8)
15 What is the Orient known as (4)
E-QUATIONS
Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
17 Which gas is used to inflate balloons (6)
18 Through which openings do we take food (6)
20 Name a particular synthetic polyamide (5)
21 Which is the last letter of the Greek alphabet (5)
23 What is a monster, commonly represented as a hideous giant (4)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 ESTOVER
(a) An excuse for not appearing in court (b) An ornamental stand of shelves for bric-a-brac etc
(c) A right to necessaries allowed by law
2 FINAGLE
(a) To obtain by guile or swindling
(b) To manage financially (c) To punish by fine
Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.
CLUES:
Additional benefit (5)
Breaks suddenly (5) Bristol airport code (abb) (3)
December (abb) (3)
General Learning Area (3) Pen friends (7)
Performing (5)
State Emergency Service (3)
Stumbled (7)
Tea or coffee (coll) (5)
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Mrs Maureen Gladys White
The death has occurred of Mrs Maureen Gladys White. Passed away peacefully on 27th September 2024 at the Canberra Hospital. Much love wife of Allan ‘Archie’ (deceased). Devoted mother and mother in law of Tracey & Dave, Kylie, Jodie, Hayley & Michael. Cherished Nan of Emily, Connor, Annabelle, Campbell, Frazer, Reilly and Kelsey. Loved sister of Allan Priest (deceased). Sadly missed by extended family and friends. Aged 83 Years Rest In Peace
A Christian graveside service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held on Wednesday 9th October 2024 at the Young Lawn Cemetery, commencing at 11.00am.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.
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CHATMAN, Colin Clarence. Memorial Service, October 6, 2024, 10.30 am, New Life Community Church Young. MEMORIAL SERVICE
Drawing the shot with Cliff Traynor
By CLIFF TRAYNOR
A SUCCESSFUL Men’s President’s Day was conducted at the Young club on Sunday with 10 teams participating.
In addition to the local players there were visiting teams from Boorowa Ex–Services Club, Cootamundra Ex–Services Club and the Harden District Club.
The weather was fine, lunch was very nice and the players enjoyed the friendly but competitive nature of the games.
After two games were played the overall winners for the day were David Ward, Albert Carter, Greg Woods and Ian Schofield with a score of 25 points. The Runners–up with 24 points were Steve Walsh, Glen Benson, Russell Boyd and Damien Miller.
At a shortened formalities session after lunch President Glen Benson thanked all the participants for their attendance. The traditional spider conducted before the start of the afternoon game raised some funds for the local Crisis Accommodation Centre.
The rain on Wednesday night combined with the very cold wind on Thursday
saw no play taking place on Thursday.
The conditions were quite pleasant on Saturday and with some players saving
their energy for Sunday’s games there were only 12 players involved. The winning teams and their scores were Harold
Anderson and Cliff Traynor 23–13, Albert Carter and Ian Schofield 18–15 and Tom Preston and Russell Boyd 25–22. There are a number of
events scheduled during the next few weeks.
A Greenkeepers Afternoon of bowls will be held on Sunday 6th October. This will in-
Croquet Matters with Shirley Close
THE Bradd Shield is won and done.
Last week 16 members contested the much sought after trophy, which is played for annually having been named after two former members from the 1990: Aurther and Biddy Bradd.
After their passing in 2005, Brenda Cummings donated the shield in their honour.
Mike and Brenda are now retired and live in Canberra.
For the results: The winners after a hard fought battle through to the final were Pat Nowlan and Betty Douglas. RunnerUp Fay Slater and Nancy Thomlinson.
After watching the game’s progress throughout the day I must mention Betty Douglas who had not had her hand on a mallet for 14 months. It was like a horse back into work after a spell. Congratulations to all players on a great days play.
Coming up next week one of the biggest events in our calendar year, when young hosts the Spring Carnival, from October 8 over four days.
When entries for this Carnival opened in May, it is always booked to capacity in a few days. It is reserved for visitors only, the club only draws on local members if there is a cancellation.
Like any major sporting event it takes a lot of hard work and preparation to have all in order when the time arrives.
It was great to get that 37ml of
volve nominated open teams playing two games of three bowl pairs.
There is the option for players to nominate as individuals and be placed into teams by the organisers. An entry sheet with the details is on the main notice board.
The playing schedule for the first two rounds of the Club Pairs Championship is on display at the club on a pale blue sheet.
The Annual General Meeting for the Men’s Bowling Club will be held on Saturday 12th October. Details of the meeting and nomination forms for positions on the Bowls Committee are on the notice board.
Entry details for the Region Singles Championships are on the notice board with all details on orange paper. Entries for the qualifying rounds close on Thursday 24th October and the first games are scheduled to be played on Sunday 10th November.
Information concerning the next version of the Guy Pickering Charity Challenge is on display at the club with the first round games to be held on Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th October.
rain a few days ago, so now the mower and wiper snipers are going, the hoops will be reset and lines marked.
Before a major event the balls that are used daily are packed away and the new ones are bought out for the Carnival. The committee makes sure all sponsorships are in order and listed in the program. Trophies bought, medals ordered. The housekeeper Fay and her band of workers will have all in order for the big job of catering for four days, such as cut
lunch’s for players and workers.
I have travelled extensively over the years and I have never seen a club have cakes scones and tidbits as well as tea and coffee available for all in a help yourself basis all day, all donated by members, free of charge.
No wonder Young is always a Carnival to remember. A dinner is also booked for the Wednesday night at the Young Services Club. On Monday October 8 our players will arrive in town from Victoria, Canberra,
Quenbeyan, Sydney, Orange, Kiama, Forster and Denilquin just to mention a few. There will also be two non playing refs as well as five on call. Why not come and check out the game of golf croquet? There is plenty of seating available within the grounds. Play from 8.30am to approx 4:30pm. Come and pay a visit see Why our town of Young has a reputation for been the best in the country for sport, including croquet. See you at the courts Shirley Close.
LAST chance to sign up for twilight bowls which is starting on Wednesday October 9. Call the club on 63853338 to book your team of three now. Join us on Saturday the 12th of October for a Sportsmans Dinner with Laurie Daley “Lozza”. Football legend, sports speaker. Hosted by Anthony Marroon. Schooner or Bubbles on arrival, two course meal, lucky door prizes and live memorabilia auction. Corporate Table
The 2024 Bradd Shield winners were Pat Nowlan and Betty Douglas. Congratulations. PHOTO: Shirley Close
President’s Day Winners: Greg Woods, David Ward, Ian Schofield and Albert Carter.
PHOTO: Supplied
Get in now to play Twilight Bowls in Boorowa.
PHOTO: Boorowa Ex Services Club
Peter and Phillip win 4BBB
By CRAIG WATSON
ON Saturday the event was a 4BBB sponsored by Barry Gaal and Todd Shipton. The winner were Peter Campbell & Phillip Oliver with 49 points from runners up Hugo Davidson and Jack Maher (Gordon).
The best individual score & winner of Handiskins Round 3 was Mitch Cameron with 41 points on a countback.
The Terry Brothers Carpet Court secret birdie hole was the 3rd and was won by Rhett Foreman on card draw.
The Watson Toyota NTP on the 7th was won by Brandon Emerson with 96 cm and the 17th was won by Cameron Hobbs with a Hole in One.
Cameron won the Eagles Nest jackpot of 8 balls. The Pro Pin on the 7th was won by Brandon Emerson and he won a $80 voucher and also qualified for the Yamaha Handiskins NTP.
The Ian Page Bricklaying card draw was won by Billy Corcoran and he received 3 balls.
The Vinnies Pizza vouchers were won by Cooper Silk and Ed Maloney. Balls went down to 34 points on a countback and there were 82 players.
On Sunday the mixed 27 hole foursomes sponsored by Amcal Pharmacy, Young Eyes and PH Golf was played.
The winners were Swayde Honeman and Chris Keevil with a gross score of 120.
The runners up were Liz Harding and Cameron Hobbs with 121.
The handicap winners were Wayne Honeman and
Tipperary Golf Club
By VERA MCMILLAN
SEPTEMBER 17 - Tuesday’s winner was Max Hardman 31 nett, second going to Terry Casey 32.
Thursday’s stroke event won by David Jasprizza, next best Nigel Willett.
Sunday was a flag event.
Richard Dennis was the winner, Terry Casey runner up.
September 24 - Tuesday’s social event went to Terry Casey with 33 nett from a three way countback between Garry Cummins and Vera McMillan, Garry was second.
Thursday was an ambrose event.
Geoff Nott, Dave Jasprizza and John Gibbons were the winners. Runner up were Lindsay Sheather, Terry Casey and Nigel Willett. Lindsay, Terry and Nigel had three birdies.
Sunday was a stableford.
Terry Casey was the winner with 38 points, second went to Geoff Nott with 34 points.
Birdies went to Terry with two and Geoff Nott with one.
Gobbles went to Geoff, Terry, Thadem Davies and Nigel Willett who each had one gobble. Terry Casey had a birdie gobble.
Sponsor of the week was MA Steel.
Karen Hamilton Gibbs from Cathy and Andrew Aiken. There were 24 players.
Round 2 of the Norman Crawford draw has Greg Nolan playing Wayne Honeman
and Adrian Hanrahan playing Jim Glasheen.
The completion date is Sunday 6th October.
Next Saturday 5th October Cool Tech Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning September Monthly Medals. Saturday 12th October- 4 Ball Worst Ball. Saturday 19th October 4BBB Medley Stableford-
Pink Shirt Day and Round 4 of Handiskins. Sunday 20th October- round 1 of Mixed Match Play to be completed. Saturday 26th October- Par 3 Open Tournament.
Makeham and Michelle Blizzard were the winners on Saturday.
ON Wednesday the weather didn’t co-operate, hence only 4 ladies played in the Medley event.
Justine Makeham was the winner on the day with 37 pts on a c/b from Casey Ashton
Last Saturday, the ladies played a 4B Aggregate sponsored by the Lady Golfers.
Winners on the day:
Justine Makeham and Michelle Blizzard 66 pts
NTP’s:
A Grade 16th sponsored by Gail Hanigan – Rachel Dorman
B Grade 7th sponsored by Elegant Timbers, Shutters and Blinds –Camille Carberry
C Grade 13th sponsored by Uplands P/L – Suzanne Manning
Young Tyrepower and Young Services Club Business House Golf starts 8th October.
Entry is $250 per team of 8 and no further costs. Winning team $800. Runners Up $250. Play 6 holes per week and pick your day to play.
The Wednesday Medley was won by Justine Makeham with 37 points on a countback from Casey Ashton and she won 5 balls.
The Pro Pin on the 7th was not struck. Balls went down to 30 points and there were 20 players on an inclement day.
The Friday 18 hole medley was won by Grant Meacham with 36 points and he won 3 balls. Zac Williams was second with 36 points. Balls went to 31 points and there were 5 players. The 9 hole medley was won by Bob Martin with 22 points and there were 2 players.
The Kyle McGovern Electrical Sunday medley was won by Casey Ashton with 38 points and he won 38 points. Runner up was Mitch Cameron 36 points and Will Albert was third with 32 points. The Watson Toyota secret birdie jackpot was the 10th and was not won. Next week the jackpot will be $120. The Pro Pin was won by Zac Smith with 410cm and he won a $40 voucher. There were 23 players.
The Social Club played a 14 hole event and it was won by Ross Manski with 47 nett. The runner up was Peter Campbell with 52 nett from Peter Sykes with 54 nett. There were 14 players.
Pacers Basketball
EOI to trial for the Young Pacers Basketball U16’s and U18’s 2025 Representative teams are now open. Trials will be conducted over 3 weeks.
Athletes selected in the Young Basketball Association Representative teams will play in the Western Junior League and various other tournaments throughout the year.
Age Groups
U16 Boys (Born 2010/2011) U18 Boys (Born 2008/2009) All trial sessions will be held at Young PCYC from 4.00 - 5.30pm. Session 1: Tuesday 15th October
Ball winners: Michele Blizzard 40 pts, Pauline Collier 37 pts, Libby Plumley 36 pts, Karen HamiltonGibbs 35 pts and Rachel Dorman 33 pts on a c/b from Cathy Aiken 33 pts. There is a Tournament coming up at Wagga 19/20 October, and South West Open Championship is being played in Young 11/12/13 October.
NOTICE Golfers:
The dates of our club championships
Mixed foursomes winners Swayde Honeman and Chris Keevil with handicap winner Wayne Honeman. PHOTO: Contributed
Justine
PHOTOS: Supplied
Cherrypickers Presentation Night
The Cherrypickers Rugby League Football Club wrapped up what has been a fantastic season for the Club last Saturday night with their 2024 Presentation Night at the Young Sporties Golf Club.
The night was a huge celebration of the year that was with plenty of awards, laughs and acknowledgement.
The awards went to:
CLUB PERSON OF THE YEAR - Bec Jones
How lucky are we to have this super woman, such an important part of our club with an “I’ll do that” attitude, nothing’s a worry and passion for the Cherrypickers that runs deep. We are grateful for you managing our Canteen, our Pop Up shop, events plus way more alongside your hardworking family that assist you. Thank you and well done.
2024 MANAGER OF THE YEAR - Steven Shipp
Thank you Skidge for everything that you bring to the Cherrypickers. A legend on and off the field, our club appreciate you. What a year for the history books, well done.
2024 COACH OF THE YEAR - Tom Giles
Unbelievable year for us all thanks to Tom and the outstanding team he built to deliver us our first premiership win in 33 years.
A year all Pickers will never forget and be in awe of. Such an achievement for
our youngest ever Captain Coach!
The Pickers couldn’t be more grateful for the hard work Tom has put in week in and week out for the Cherrypickers all year. We’re beyond thrilled he brought it home for us all this season. Cheers Tom!
2024 INAUGURAL JMAC OLD GIRLS AWARD - Sharn Edwards
The JMac Award, proudly presented by Jess (McInerney) is awarded to an individual who gives 100 percent, shows commitment, dedication, consistency and all round effort on and off the field. Thank you Herees graciously accepting Sharns award.
Sharn ticks all the boxes and is someone all our Pickers can aspire to, such an incredible year. Well done!
2024 BRAD MACKENZIE AWARD - Nayah Freeman
This honorary award goes to a local junior that has played through the ranks to First Grade and the Cherrypickers are privileged to have all that Nayah brings to our club both on and off the field. Such a great role model for our younger Pickers plus a smile to light up the world… well done Nayah.
2024 TED SELL MEMORIAL AWARD - Cooper Smith
This prestigious award goes to an Under 18s player that has shown outstanding
potential throughout the season which Coop has certainly achieved, well done mate.
2024 CHERRYPICKERS
TEAM OF THE YEAR - Riley Butcher, Sam Scott, Chloe Jones, Charlie Corcoran, Jamila Piercy, Cooper Smith, Nic Hall, Nathan Moon, Jack Woods, Jesse Corcoran, Jarryd Foster, Jake Cayfe and Sharn Edwards.
FIRST GRADE AWARDS:
Best and Fairest - Nic Hall
Runner Up Best and Fairest - Jesse Corcoran
Players Player - Nic Hall
Best Back - Boro Navori
Best Defensive - Jake Walker
Best Forward - Jayke Hogan
RESERVE GRADE AWARDS:
Best and Fairest - Charlie Corcoran
Runner Up Best and Fairest - Nathan Moon
Players Player - Warren Aiken
Best Defensive - Zac Sell
Best Back - Matt Murray
WOMENS TACKLE AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Jamila Piercy
Runner Up Best and Fairest - Sharn Edwards
Players Player - Chloe
Jones
Best Defensive - Indy Bedford
Best Back - Ally Murray
Best Forward - Kristy
Brown
Coaches Award - Chelsea Fleming
LEAGUE TAG AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Chloe Jones
Runner Up Best and Fairest - Sharn Edwards
Players Player - Sharn Edwards
Best All Rounder - Jamila Piercy
Best Defensive - Josie Tiedemann
Coaches Award - Jayda Hemara
UNDER 18s AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Jake Cayfe
Players Players - Billy Lamb, Cooper Smith, Riley Butcher and Jake Cayfe
Best Defensive - Billy Lamb
Best Back - Jake Cayfe
Best Forward - Riley Butcher
UNDER 16s AWARDS
Best and Fairest - Jarryd Foster
Runner Up Best and Fairest - Sam Scott
Best Defensive - Angus Buckland
Best Back - Jack Woods
Best Forward - Jarryd Foster
Coaches Award - Chaz Cooper
Be sure to jump onto Facebook and check out all of the videos and extras that have been posted by the Young Cherrypickers Rugby League Football Club.
Under 16s Award Winners 2024.
Under 18s Award Winners 2024.
League Tag Award Winners 2024.
Women’s Tackle Award Winners 2024.
Reserve Grade Award Winners 2024.
First Grade Award Winners 2024.
Club Award winners for 2024. PHOTOS: Young Cherrypickers Rugby League Football Club.
Young Lions wrap up a huge season
By REBECCA HEWSON
IT has been a huge year for the Young Lions Soccer Club Taylor’s Pumbing and Gasfitting Third Grade side who have just won the Football Wagga Wagga Blake Shield last weekend.
The Lions defeated South Wagga 4-0 in the grand final at McDonalds Park in Wagga last weekend.
The Lions took out the minor premiership having won 13 of the 17 games played throughout the season with the team now facing off against South Wagga Football Club.
The side made it into the Grand Final following a 2-1 win over South Wagga on Saturday September 14 at Rawlings Park.
This is made all the more impressive when you find out that the team comprises of a number of players under the age of
17, who also played in the Young Lions Soccer Club junior season throughout the year with very impressive results in the inter-town competition.
The boys have had some very significant wins including a 5 to nil win over Junee, 8 to nil win over Wagga United and a 7 to nil win over Leeton, putting the side in a fantastic position over South Wagga.
The two sides have met three times throughout the season so far with one draw, one loss and one win. Having had last weekend off while South Wagga had to fight for their spot in the final against Hanwood the Lions should have the upper hand in the match, on top of having won every game since the last time the two sides met in round 13.
For the Third Grade side their results throughout the season have been:
Round 1 - Young 1 - 2 Lake Albert
Round 2 - South Wagga 1 - 1 Young
Round 3 - Young 3 - 0 Leeton
Round 4 - Charles Sturt 0 - 6 Young
Round 5 - Young 5 - 0 Junee
Round 6 - Henwood Park 1 - 6 Young
Round 7 - Wagga United 0 - 8 Young
Round 8 - Tumut 3 - 3 Young
Round 9 - Young 3 - 0 Cootamundra
Round 10 - Tolland 0 - 7 Young
Round 11 - Young 3 - 2 Hanwood
Round 12 - BYE
Round 13 - Young 1 - 2 South Wagga
Round 14 - Young 1 - 0 Leeton
Round 15 - Young 3 - 0 Charles Sturt
Round 16 - Junee 0 - 3 Young
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Drawn Saturday 21st December 2024 at the Australian Hotel
Round 17 - Young 4 - 1 Henwood Park
Round 18 - Young 5 - 0 Wagga United
Semi Finals - Young 2 - 1 South Wagga
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Lions win the 2024 premiership
By REBECCA HEWSON
The Young Lions Soccer Club Taylors Plumbing and Gasfitting third grade side have won the 2024 Football Wagga Wagga Blake Shield to wrap up what has a been a huge season for the boys.
The Lions defeated South Wagga in the Grand Final held at McDonald Park in Wagga last Saturday, bringing home the win 4-0.
Following on from their success throughout the normal season and being named minor premiers the boys backed up their huge winning streak to annihilate the South Wagga Warriors.
“It was a good day,” manager Simon Major said.
“It turned out a lot better than we thought.
“It was a good performance
from us, it was really good to finish that way, not just a win but a good win.”
Captain and player of the match Kyeran Steenbergen was the first to put the ball in the net for the Lions scoring in the twenty-second minute with Alexander Mitchell breaking through the defence at the start of the second half to score for the Young side in the 49th minute.
However, it was Oscar Taylor who well and truly secured the win for the Lions bringing home a double with one goal in the 68th minute and another in the 78th.
Major congratulated Kyeran on being acknowledged as Player of the Match and praised his leadership of the young squad.
“He did an excellent job,”
Major said.
“He led the boys well out there on the field and he was just outstanding.”
Major also acknowledged the fantastic performance of other players in the game on Saturday as well.
“A couple of other players played exceptionally well as well,” he said.
“James Payne I thought was outstanding, everyone played their role, I thought and picked it up a notch from the rest of the season so it was a great thing.”
The boys picked up two yellow cards, with Alexander Mitchell penalised in the 60th minute and Oscar Taylor in the 78th, however, that didn’t deter the side who was eager to leave it all on the field.
The Warriors picked up
three yellow cards with Arman Ali in the 62nd minute, Riyadh Hammo in the 70th minute and captain Yasir Khalaf in the 80th minute all penalised.
It was a huge win for the side and exciting win for the Club with the predominantly young side performing fantastically well not only throughout the season but holding their own with the pressure of the finals with the majority of the side under 17 years of age having stepped up after playing in the Junior competitions for a number of years.
“It was a lot of hard work and dedication,” Major said.
“I think the team got what they deserved, I believe, because they just put in all year and this was just the icing on the cake on the weekend.”
A huge congratulations goes out to the side as well as to Major for his role in the side’s success throughout the season.
Major attributed a lot of the success he had with the side to having coached junior rep sides throughout the years.
“I’ve been lucky,” he said.
“Most of those kids I’ve coached in junior soccer and I’ve also coached them at rep level as well, I’ve taken them to a lot of rep carnivals.
“So I’ve had a lot of time, over the years with a lot of those kids.
“It feels a bit more special to do it in seniors as well.
“The future is looking good for the Club.”
The 2024 Young Lions Taylor’s Plumbing and Gasfitting third grade side was made
up of Simon Major, Kyeran Steenbergen, Cameron Warden, James Payne, Joshua Cameron, Angus Steenbergen, Jeremy Owers, Matthew Owers, Alexander Mitchell, Nicholas Heidtmann, Jackson Riley, Henry MacIver, Mohammad Elhenday, Oscar Taylor, Liam Payne and goalkeeper Harrison Shorrock. The Young Lions Soccer Club wants to take the opportunity to thank their supporters and especially their sponsors from throughout the year, including Taylor’s Plumbing and Gas Fitting, First Grade sponsors Trimech, Second Grade sponsors NRG Fitness, Women’s sponsor Makekadi Mining Services, South West Slopes Bank and the Young Services Club.
The player of the match was Kyeran Steenbergen.
The premiership winning Taylor’s Plumbing and Gasfitting Third Grade Young Lions on Saturday night.
Susan’s final Woolfest
By REBECCA HEWSON
SUSAN Corcoran is about to celebrate and host her final Boorowa Irish Woolfest this weekend before she hands over the reins to the next generation.
Susan took up the role of Boorowa Irish Woolfest Committee Chair four years ago and has put her heart and soul into creating the event that it is today.
“It’s bittersweet,” Susan said.
“I really enjoy it and I have put a lot of my time and energy and life into it for the last
four years as chair.”
Though she has been Chair of the committee for four years, Susan has been a part of the committee for eight years.
“I’ve seen it grow and evolve, but it’s ever changing, and it’s going to become something else for another committee,” she said.
“Lots of current committee members are staying on and they will continue to roll it out and make it what it is, a fantastic Festival, every year.”
Though she is going to miss the role, Susan is very excited
to hand the reins over and let someone else, along with the committee, continue the legacy of the Festival.
“I think it’s really healthy to move on from things and let other people have ideas,” she said.
“To hand it over to another person that will have some other ideas and involvement.”
Susan is encouraging locals to get involved and join the committee.
“I would encourage everyone to get involved,” she said.
“It’s a great committee, in that it’s a really awesome
range of people involved.
“There’s all generations and there’s a broad range of knowledge and experience, so it’s been fabulous to get to know the committee members and work with them.”
Susan has thanked the committee for their work and dedication throughout the years.
“They’ve supported me hugely and I thank them very much for that,” she said.
“Without a really productive, hardworking committee the Festival wouldn’t go ahead, it wouldn’t happen.
“What I love about the
committee is that it’s a cross range of the community, so the community is quite well represented.”
One aspect that Susan enjoys about the way the committee works together is the connections it has within the community.
“We have connections and ties and links to all the different people in the community,” she said.
“If we want to know something, someone around the table knows the person we need to contact and find it out.
“That’s what I love about
it, we have access to all four corners of our community, through a really diverse committee.”
Susan believes the committee is great for anyone who wants to get involved but may be time poor.
“We don’t have regular monthly meetings in the off season,” she said. “At the start of the year meetings are only every three months, and then towards the event they build up to be more regular.”
Susan also praised the Hilltops Council team, especially David Munnerly who ‘has been absolutely, fabulous’.
The Boorowa Irish Woolfest is on this Sunday. PHOTO: Irish Woolfest Boorowa
Students jump into State PSSA
Amali and Emmet qualify for NSW Athletics Championships
Two students from Boorowa Central School have qualified to represent Western Region PSSA in athletics at the State PSSA Athletics Championships in Sydney.
A total of 12 students from the school qualified to represent the Cowra District at the Western Region PSSA Athletics Carnival with all of the students competing very well against the bigger schools in the region.
“All of our athletes represented our school and district brilliantly and should be proud of their achievements,” Boorowa Central School primary sports coordinator Jason Stuart said.
The biggest congratulations, however, went out to the two students who have qualified to represent Western Region PSSA at the State Carnival to be held in October.
“Special mention must go to Emmet and Amali, who have qualified for the NSW State PSSA Athletics in Sydney on 25-26 October for high jump,” Mr Stuart said.
“Emmett set his own personal best with a 1.27m jump to finish second, while Amali set her personal best also of 1.33m to finish in third place.”
The pair will now be training hard ahead of the State Championships where they will don the red, white and green for Western Region at Olympic Park in Sydney.
Classmates of the pair will be able to watch and cheer Emmett and Amali on with the NSW PSSA Athletics Championship to be live streamed through the School Sport Unit website.
Emmett, Amali and their fellow students have all be congratulated by their fellow peers by the School and the wider community following their recent success.
Western Region zone covers a huge expanse of the state making the success of the pair even more impressive given students from Coonabarabran, Dubbo and Orange were also vying it out for some of the coveted spots on the Western Region squad.
“Well done to our athletes and thanks to parents and family for supporting them at these carnivals,” Mr Stuart said.
Congratulations and best of luck to both Emmett and Amali at the State Championships later this month.
Locals are able to jump online and watch a full range of events at the NSW PSSA State Athletics Championships by visiting https://app. education.nsw.gov.au/sport/livestreaming on the NSW Education website.
Emmett jumped 1.27m to finish second at the Western Region carnival.
Amali jumped a personal best of 1.33m to qualify at State.
Boorowa Irish Wool Festival
Licence proposal granted
By REBECCA HEWSON
HILLTOPS Council has issued a public notice of their intention to grant a licence for the Harden Hydrotherapy Pool.
According to the statement Council will grant the licence for three years on agreement that the pool will be restored and in working order with an option for a further two year period.
Council is calling for locals to submit feedback on the proposed licence.
“Hilltops Council gives notice under s.47 of the Local Government Act 1993 of its intention to grant a licence for part of the land contained in Lot 104 DP 112124, known as the Kruger Health and Wellness Compled Hydrotherapy Pool building,” the proposal on Public Exhibition reads.
“Hilltops Council proposes
to grant a licence (which includes an agreement for the restoration of the Hydrotherapy Pool to working order) for a period of three years with an option for a period of a further two years.”
Submissions from residents can be made through the Hilltops Council website at www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/ have-your-say/. Any feedback or comments need to be submitted
to Council by 5pm Monday October 21, 2024.
“Should you lodge a submission it will be considered, along with other submissions received and may be included in a report to Council,” Council said.
“Your submission, including any personal information, is accessible by any person upon written request, subject to Council’s Privacy Management Plan and the
Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.
“The inclusion of personal information in your submission is voluntary but, if not provided, may affect consideration of the submission.
“The information will ultimately be store in Council’s record system.”
A number of locals took to social media last Wednesday to express how happy they are with
the proposed licence.
“What a great development for the community to have their Hydrotherapy Pool back in working order,” one person said.
“A valuable and much needed facility, looking forward to it being operational again,” another said.
Information can be found on the Hilltops Council website or by calling Council on 1300 445 586.
come third
Third in the state
MURRUMBURRAH Public School have come in third at the State PSSA Rugby Union competition following some very exciting and fantastic games where they left it all out on the field.
The Murrumburrah Public School side travelled to Sydney on Friday September 13 where they played Tamworth Public School in the second semifinal. It wasn’t to be for the local
side with the very talented Tamworth side ultimately taking the win with a 41-24 scoreline, however, for the side to have faced off in the semi-finals is a huge boon for the team.
“Our boys then played another game for third place against Wauchope Public School,” Murrumburrah Public School said.
The boys defeated the Wauchope side locking them
into third in the state, a huge achievement for the team and the region, one that the school is very proud of.
“This is a massive achievement for out little school,” MPS said.
“Our boys should be proud of themselves for their effort, sportsmanship and composure during these highly stressful and competitive games.
The school has not only congratulated the boys but
the teachers and parents for their support in ensuring the side were able to make it to the competition in Sydney.
“A massive thank you to Mr Shean, who has coached and led our team through countless training sessions and matches in the lead up to the finals,” the school said.
“Thank you to Mr Wade, Mrs Glove and Mr L for travelling to Sydney to support the team on the Friday.”
Our boys should be proud of themselves for their effort, sportsmanship and composure during these highly stressful and competitive games.
Murrumburrah Public School have
in the state in the PSSA Boys Rugby Union.