Celebrating Australia Day
Locals will come together to celebrate all things Australia on Sunday January 26 at Carrington Park in Young and Wagenbah Oval in Wombat.There are plenty of activities for residents to soak up and join in with action starting at Carrington Park from 8.30am and 10am at Wombat with the all day activities kicking o .
Australia Day ambassador for Young, award winning journalist and presenter Michael Tomalaris and Executive O cer of the Australian Organics Recycling Association and former CEO of Keep
Australia Beautiful NSW, Peter McLean joining in with all of the fun.
also have the opportunity to meet with and speak with Mr Tomalaris.
Mr Tomalaris and Mr McLean will inspire those in attendance with an address to the crowd and the announcements of awards and presentations as well as joining in singing the National Anthem along with a citizenship ceremony and Australian a rmation ceremony, welcome by Hilltops Council and the cutting of the Australia Day cake by the ambassador, citizen and junior citizen of the year in Young. Those in attendance will
From 10am at Carrington Park there will be a lunch held hosted by the Rotary Club of Young with live music by Lukie Jewitt and plenty of fun entertainment for kids by Just Circus Box.
In Wombat the fun will continue with a tractor pull, vintage car display, antique engine display, the Brendon Holmes Memorial for Best Dressed Australiana, market stalls and the Bush eld camel rides.
From 12pm there will
be a free sausage sizzle as well as the annual and highly popular parade before the awards ceremony at 12.30pm where awards will be presented for citizenship and sports.
Peter McLean will be in attendance at Wombat to share his message with the locals as well.
The Australia Day committee, Hilltops Council and the Wombat Progress Association have been working very hard to ensure that the celebrations will be fun lled and honour the spirit of the local communities as well as
those who work so hard to make them the amazing and wonderful places they are, all while embodying the spirit of Australia.
The 2025 Australia Day celebrations are being supported by Poppa’s Fudge Factory, Hilltops Council, the National Australia Day Council, the Rotary Club of Young and Smarty Grants.
To celebrate and enjoy the day further across the Hilltops region, enjoy free entry to the Council’s pools in Boorowa, Harden, Jugiong, and Young.
Be sure to check with lo -
cal eateries, pubs and clubs who have all got plenty of events on to celebrate the day.
Waste services for Young will have the Victoria Street Waste Facility open from 8.30am to 2.30pm on Sunday January 26, kerbside collections in Young carried out as normal on Monday January 27, Victoria Street Waste Facility will be open from 8.30am to 2.30pm. All other waste facilities will be closed. Please direct any enquiries to Hilltops Council Customer Service Team on 1300 445 586.
Plan in place for bridge work
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has welcomed the news that a plan is in place to repair the damage to the temporary bridge in Wallendbeen following a meeting with Minister Aitchson.
Ms Cooke said the repair work is scheduled to begin at the end of January.
“I understand and share the Wallendbeen community’s frustration over the ongoing delays in contstructing the new bridge, as well as the disruptions caused by necessary detours currently in place,” Ms Cooke said.
“For the past four years, I have raised concerns about the risks posed by this situation and the impact it has had on local residents and road users
“However, I am pleased to conrm that following a meeting with Minister Aitchson and Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council Mayor Abb McAlister, a plan is now in place to repair recent damage to the temporary bridge at Wallendbeen.”
Work is expected to stary on January 28 and nish by February 2.
“Repair work is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 28 January, and is expected to take six days,
subject to weather conditions,” Ms Cooke said.
“The bridge is expected to reopen on Sunday, 2 February.
“Transport for NSW has also worked with the local council to cut back vegetation along Silo Road, to improve visibility and safety for motorists.”
Ms Cooke said there is now more signage along the detour.
“Additional signage has been installed at many points along the detour route, and Transport for NSW has increased engagement with heavy vehicle operators,” Ms Cooke said.
Ms Cooke has recon rmed that her priority is on the new Wallendbeen Bridge.
“My focus remains on the new Wallendbeen Bridge we so desperately need, and I have been working with, and assured by the Minister that Transport for NSW will provide a revised timeline for completing the road approaches needed to open the new bridge as soon as practicable,” Ms Cooke said.
“I will provide further updates to the community a er my next meeting with Minister Aitchson and Mayor McAlister, scheduled before the end of January.”
Australia Day - worth celebrating
EDITORIAL
Australia Day and its approaching national holiday weekend will see a new Australian of the Year recipient announced by the Prime Minister, along with Senior Australian, Junior Australian, and Local Hero of Australia awards.
Closer to home regional and local Australia Day Awards will be featured by our council to recognize and celebrate a range of local community contributors.
For all this Australia Day has in recent years been questioned as a day of celebration. Federal, state and some councils have been ambivalent, tending to side with minority groups’ sentiments around the debate.
This is not just a rejection of the date but a lack of recognition of what has been achieved by this relatively young country, a foundation from which set a course based on colonisation, but with democracy and the rule of law, and shaped by immigration and opportunity.
Some councils have sought compensation from the federal government for citizenship ceremonies, citing extreme heat and irregular working hours as justication, prompting the Opposition leader to come up with a plan to make the ceremonies mandatory.
While the date of Australia Day January 26 continues to be debated, the question of citizenship ceremonies on the day can be separated from the issue of whether it is the best date to recognize our nationhood.
For those councils who continue the long-standing tradition of awarding citizenship on Australia Day, it marks a recognition and respect for our national ceremonies.
As with the indigenously inspired Welcome to Country, our new countrymen and women who have chosen to embrace Australia by becoming citizens, are welcomed, and embraced into an increasingly multicultural country.
A recent survey by the Insti-
tute of Public A airs has shown that 69 per cent of Australians say Australia Day should be celebrated on January 26, which is up from 63 per cent 12 months ago; a majority of age groups also support the day.
Of the world’s approximate 200 countries, only a few do not have a national day; many have undergone tortuous journeys of war and revolution in their national days becoming integral to their culture.
Without denying the special place for our Indigenous First Peoples, their culture and future wellbeing, Australia’s national day whatever the date, needs to be more collectively celebrated for the country’s cultural, geographical and historical threads and achievements, that o ers common values and a future worth preserving and living.
Hilltops seven day weather forecast
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Thursday January 23 - variable clouds in the morning becoming mainly sunny in the a ernoon, mainly clear overnight. A top of 37 degrees Celsius and a low of 20. A 30 percent chance of rain.
Friday January 24 - cloudy with periods of sunshine developing in the a ernoon, partly cloudy with scattered showers for part of the night and windy. A top of 37 degrees Celsius and a low of 18. A 70 percent chance of rain.
Saturday January 25 - Sunny and windy throughout the day, a few clouds in the evening, then clear and windy. A top of 26 degrees Celsius and a low of 17.
Sunday January 26 - Mainly sunny through-
out the day with a few clouds in the evening before clearing. A top of 33 degrees Celsius and a low of 22.
Monday January 27 - Sunny throughout the day, clear throughout the night. A top of 36 degrees Celsius and a low of 23.
Tuesday January 28 - A mix of sun and clouds becoming mainly sunny in the a ernoon, mainly clear overnight. A top of 37 degrees Celsius and a low of 23.
Wednesday January 29 - Sunny throughout the day and partly cloudy during the night. A top of 37 degrees Celsius and a low of 22. Thursday January 30 Partly cloudy with scattered showers. 16 - 32. 80 percent chance of rain.
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Christmas Lunch even bigger
Vinnies hosted a Christmas lunch at Young at Hennessy Catholic College Hall lling seats for around 80 plus people and run very smoothly with the assistance of around 25 community members who volunteered. The spread of food was amazing with ham, chicken, roast lamb and gravy, prawns, potato salad, garden salad, coleslaw, fresh bread rolls and an array of condiments, followed by a dessert bu et of locally made cherry pies, pavlovas, cupcakes, slices, Christmas puddings, Christmas cake, tri e, cheesecake, custard and cream…. It was such an amazing day and lovely to celebrate with so many people from our community. We had nibbles platters and games on the tables to play. One lady stating it was the best Christmas she has had in 10 years!! A massive thank you to Krystal for putting her hand up as chief organiser leading up to the event, Hennessy Catholic College for the venue and amazing kitchen facilities, to all the businesses/ locals that donated food, to the amazing locals that stepped up and volunteered on the day and to Santa for stopping by for a visit on such a busy day! Platters of le overs were supplied to the sta working at the hospital and the police station.
Every person attending was able to take home a present they picked o the present table, a Christmas cup lled with roses chocolates and candy canes, a Christmas pudding from Santa and a generous doggy bag of le overs. Families attending with children also got to take home an amazing gingerbread house! Krystal and I enjoyed the day thoroughly and cant wait until next year!
Big months coming up for Young Society of Artists
The Young Society of Artist Inc are preparing for and organizing a very busy program. February & March in the lead up to the 2025 Hilltops O the Beaten Track Art & Cultural Trail. Anyone with an interest in Visual Arts are most welcome to join any of YSA’S planned activities.
Entry Forms are now available for the 17th Annual Sculpture Wood & Big Art Exhibition This event promises inspiration and a celebration of artistic expression in the heart of Young. Discover an impressive array of sculptures, woodwork, and largescale artworks across the exhibition, showcasing the talent and cra smanship of local and regional artists O cial Opening Young Town Hall ~ Wednesday, 12th March 2025 at 7p.m Ongoing Exhibition ~ 13th March – 22nd March 2025 9am to 4.30pm closing Entry forms are due late February.
YSA is once again support-
ing the Star Arts Children’s Exhibition. The subject for the children is “ON the Farm” this will be a colourful exhibition featuring young artists from across the Hilltops. Each artwork is a window into the imagination of children as you experience farm life through their eyes. Both Exhibitions will be a part of the Hilltops O the Beaten Track Art & Cultural Trail. Entry forms both exhibitions are available from the Southern Cross Cinema, Young Town Hall, Young Visitors Centre & Can be downloaded from Young Society of Artists.org along with entry forms for Murringo Art Show 2025 – “A Second Chance at Art” & the Harden Art Councils 2nd Annual Exhibition and Sale of Artworks Photographs, Pottery and Sculptures. Also available are Hilltops O the Beaten Track programs.
Burrangong Gallery rst new exhibition for 2025 opens on March 1st with the
Photography, Pyrography and Porcelain Exhibition. Discover the artistic talents of the members of Young Society of Artists Inc. and the Young Camera Club, en joy a stunning collection of works, including photogra phy, pyrography, and porce lain painting. This exhibition is an important part of the 2025 Hilltops o the Beaten Track Art and Cultural Trail. The diversity of art makes it a standout experience for any one who loves culture and creativity.
YSA activities are an im portant part of the Hilltops O the Beaten Track Art & Cultural trail for information about the trail Entry forms are now avail able for the 17th Annual Sculpture Wood & Big Art Exhibition and the Children’s Portrait Exhibition. Entry forms are available from the Southern Cross Cinema, Young Town Hall, Young Visi tors Centre.
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YOUR COUNCIL - YOUR NEWS HILLTOPS COUNCIL
For all Enquiries please contact Hilltops Council on 1300 445 586
PLANNED COUNCIL WORKS
Thursday 23/01/2025 to Thursday 30/01/2025
The following planned works are underway in the Hilltops Council area:
ROADWORKS
Maintenance Grading
• Hillview Lane
• Little Plains & Glen Ayre Roads
Gravel Re-sheeting
• Nil
Sealed Road Repairs
• Barwang Road
• Milvale Road
• Wombat Road
Construction Projects
• Footpath Works (Young)
• Heavy patching and sealing Barwang and Wombat Roads
Road Maintenance Council
Contract
• Sealing MR56 segment 20
• Sealing MR84 segment 40,100,110
OPEN SPACES
Mowing Ovals/ Maintenance
• Alfred Oval
• Cranfield Oval
• Cullen Oval
• Doolan Oval
• Gus Smith Oval
• Hall Bros Oval
• Henry / Miller Oval
• McLean Oval
• Recreation Oval
• Roberts Park
• Sawpit Gully Oval
• Boorowa Showground – Fields
Mowing/Maintenance
Parks
• Anderson Park
• Apex Park
• Arboretum Park
• Captain Cook Weir
• Carrington Park
• Coddington Park
• Court House/s
• Dr Kelf Park
• Recreation Park
• Rintoul Park
• River Walk
• Rotary Park
• Skate Park
• Tresillian Park
Line Marking Cricket Pitches / Ovals
• Athletics tracks
• Cricket pitch preparation
• Soccer fields
• Touch Football fields
CBD Works
• Bins checked / rubbish picked up
• CBD Boorowa, Harden and Young
• Cleaning public toilets
• Garden maintenance / mowing
• Playground inspections / maintenance
Cemeteries
• Lawn Cemetery Boorowa/ Young /Harden Maintenance
Irrigation
• All Ovals/Parks/CemeteriesBoorowa/Harden/Young
Maintenance / Street Trees
• Tree pruning / removalHarden/Boorowa/Young
Rest areas
• Bins emptied
• Rest areas maintenance / mowing
• Services cleaned Spraying
• Cumbungi weeds
• General weed spraying
Town Entrances/ Rural villages/Town Streets
• Reserves / parks non-irrigated
• Town entrances
• Town streets
• Villages
Water Supply & Sewerage Works
• General operation, routine maintenance and inspection of treatment plants and reservoirs
• Hydrant maintenance throughout towns including stop valves
• New sewer connections
• New water service connections
• Routine plumbing maintenance in Council owned buildings
• Routine operations and maintenance
• Routine water quality testing and monitoring
• Water main replacement and service line connectionsThornhill Street
• Water meter reading
Planned works are subject to change due to Council resources, sta ing availability, shi ing priorities and weather conditions.
Speed restrictions will be in place and minor delays may be experienced. Road users should reduce their speed and exercise caution when travelling through roadwork sites.
Motorists are advised that Roadwork Speed Limits are enforceable by the NSW Police.
PLEASE DIRECT ANY ENQUIRIES TO CUSTOMER SERVICES ON 1300 445 586.
PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF DRAFT DATA BREACH POLICY
Council, at its December 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting, endorsed the Dra Data Breach Policy to be placed on public exhibition.
The dra policies can be viewed at https://www. hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/ or hard copies are available for viewing by the public at the Council administration o¬ ices at Boorowa, Harden and Young. Community members are invited to provide feedback on the dra documents during the exhibition period.
SUBMISSIONS
Council invites any parties to make submissions concerning the dra policy by 5pm Tuesday 27 January 2025. Submissions can be made via an online form found on Council’s website at https://www. hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/; or BY LETTER TO: The General Manager, Locked Bag No. 5, Young NSW 2594.
All submissions received will be considered by Council before the final documents are adopted.
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – VARIOUS COMMITTEES
Hilltops Council would like to invite members of the community to nominate for the following Committees: Galong Limestone Mine VPA s355 Steering Committee; Hilltops Council Scholarship Scheme Committee; Boorowa to Galong Rail Trail Oversight Committee; Rye
Park Community Enhancement Fund Committee
If you believe you could add value to one or more of these Committees, and for more information, including an Expression of Interest form and due dates, please go to: https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – PROVISION OF BUILDING SERVICES FOR JUGIONG MEMORIAL HALL BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
Hilltops Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from licensed builders to complete renovations to the bathrooms at the Jugiong Memorial Hall. Works will include, but are not limited to, renovations to the existing Shower Room, Male Bathroom and Female
Bathroom, Electrical Upgrade and Painting.
If you are interested in more information, and wish to provide a quote, please email mail@hilltops.nsw.gov.au with your expression of interest.
PESTICIDE & HERBICIDE USE NOTIFICATION
UNTIL WEEK ENDING THURSDAY 30/01/2025
Planned pesticide and herbicide use by Council works crews will be conducted on:
• All roads in Hilltops Council - Young, Boorowa and Harden areas;
• Shire parks, ovals, laneways, cemeteries and some town areas;
• All villages, rest areas, rural tips and reserves; and
• Rural and regional road shoulders. And may include the use of:
• Round Up, Round Up Ultra Max, Wipeout 450, Glyphosate 450, Brush O , Starane, Basta, Bi o, Sharpen, Striker, Amitrol, Simaganz, Weedmaster, Dicamba, Kamba M, Metsulfuron, Grazon, Primo, MCPA 500, Ken-Met, Taskforce, Para-Trooper, Spraytop, Devour, Verdict, Pyrethrum, Broadstrike and Fusilade;
• Confidor for aphids;
• Access for wild fruit tree control;
• Various wetters to enhance the e ectiveness of chemicals; and
• Naturalure Fruit Fly Bait to target the control of fruit fly. In accordance with Hilltops Council’s Pesticide Notification Plan, signs and flashing lights will be provided on vehicles applying pesticides. Escort warning vehicles will be used for the 2023/2024 road shoulder program. Signage will be placed to inform the public where required and will remain on-site for 24 hours a er spraying.
Road users should exercise extreme caution when passing these vehicles.
Planned pesticide and herbicide use is subject to change due to Council resources and weather conditions.
PLEASE DIRECT ANY ENQUIRIES TO CUSTOMER SERVICES ON 1300 445 586.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
Application No: DA2024/0186
Applicant: S M CORCORAN
Property: Lot 1 DP 919760, 13
Wombat St YOUNG NSW 2594
Proposal: Dual Occupancy and Subdivision (2 lots)
Exhibition Dates: 16 January 2025 to 30 January 2025
Submissions Close: Prior to close of business 30 January 2025
The application will be considered under Part 4 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979. The application is not integrated development or designated development. Hilltops Council is the consent authority for this application.
Application No: DA2024/0202
Applicant: HILLTOPS COUNCIL
Property: Lot 1 DP 529181, Lot 2149 DP 754611, Lot 446 DP 754611, 145 Thornhill St YOUNG NSW 2594
Proposal: Young Lawn Cemetery
Extension
Exhibition Dates: 23 January 2025 to 20 February 2025
Submissions Close: Prior to close of business 20 February 2025
The application will be considered under Part 4 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979. Hilltops Council is the consent authority for this application.
In accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Development Applications and documents accompanying the applications may be viewed during the exhibition period on Council’s website: www. hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
Any persons may make written submissions on the applications. All submissions may be published in Council’s business papers and viewed by other persons with an interest in the applications. If your comments are an objection, then the grounds of the objection must be specified.
Persons lodging submissions are
required to declare reportable political donations (including donations of or more than $1,000) made in the previous two years and up until the determination of the development. For more details including a disclosure form, go to www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
Submissions on the proposal must be lodged in writing with Council prior to the close of business on submission close date stated above, in the following manner:
• by NSW Planning Portal: www. planningportal.nsw.gov.au; or
• By email: submissions@hilltops. nsw.gov.au; or
• By post: Locked Bag No. 5, Young NSW 2594.
Submissions may be published in Council’s business papers and viewed by other persons with an interest in the application. All submissions will be made public in accordance with Schedule 1 of the Government Information (Public Access) Regulation 2018.
Hydrosmart: Helping farmers future proof their water supply
Hydrosmart’s Australian-made water conditioning systems signi cantly increase the utility of highly mineralised water Water is a high-value asset to farmers – but its value depends on its quality. Substandard water can cause big problems for crops and stock, not to mention irrigation infrastructure.
Anything that can improve the quality of the water we draw from bores, wells, dams, and rivers, then, is great news for Aussie agriculture.
Enter the Adelaide-based water conditioning company Hydrosmart, which has been working at the forefront of the water treatment space for 25 years, with CEO Paul Pearce at the helm.
The company’s core technology is a computerised, chemicaland lter-free water conditioning system that so ens hard water that’s high in salt, iron, calcium, and other minerals.
A microprocessor unit is attached to the outside of a pipe and directs resonance frequencies onto the water inside, breaking down the bonds in its minerals and in any existing mineral deposits in the pipe.
That sounds complex – but the devices are easy to install, don’t require maintenance, and only cost around $10 per year to run.
The bene ts they can bring include improved growth rates, reduced scale layers and corrosion in pipes and troughs, decreased water use, and stock that fatten more quickly.
Hydrosmart, which found early success working with South Australian winemakers, has helped everyone from strawberry, olive, and citrus growers to broadacre and livestock farmers.
Other satis ed customers include large-scale commercial miners and small-scale domestic gardeners.
The results speak for themselves.
One NSW feedlot reported a 15 percent weight increase on hard bore water used on its stock with many sheep, cattle and goat farmers seeing turnarounds in stock health and scouring ceasing when lactating females and young drink treated water at levels considered unpalatable.
A signi cant lowering of algae in troughs is o en observed and scale is removed and prevented from sticking stock valves. With water security being a key challenge of our time, we need to make the most of every drop of our water supply – and an investment in a Hydrosmart conditioning system is a step in the right direction.
COWRA BUS SERVICE is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team. This position is based in Cowra and involves hands on mechanical duties including all aspect of bus repairs, maintenance & other duties involved with the daily operation of the business.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST:
• Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic;
• Experience in Heavy vehicle maintenance;
• Be hands on;
• Work well under pressure;
• Preferably be proficient in bus electronics;
• Preferable hold a airconditon ticket or experience;
• Preferably hold a MR drivers licence
• Preferably hold a NSW Bus Driver Authority;
Zac, Jai and Paul Pearce from Hydrosmart.
Back to school lists for local schools
YOUNG HIGH SCHOOL
All students need: 1 x A4 display folder (for assessment tasks) | 2 x glue sticks | 1 x scissors | 1 x set of coloured pencils | 1 x 4 coloured highlighter pack | 2 x red pens | 2 x black pens | 2 x blue pens | 2 x lead pencils | 1 x correction tape | scienti c calculator (available for sale at the front o ce/these are the preferred calculators for studendscost $25).
STUDENTS ARE NOT TO BRING FELT TIP PENS OR LIQUID PAPER TO SCHOOL
Year 7:
English - 128 page A4 book | HSIE - 128 page A4 book | Mathematics - 96 page A4 graph book | Science - 128 page A4 book | Music - display folder | Language - 192 page A4 book | Technologybooklet supplied by school | Digital Technology - booklet supplied by school | Connected Curriculum - 4 x 128 page A4 book | Homework - 1 x A4 display folder.
Year 8:
English - 192 page A4 book | Mathematics - 96 page A4 graph book | Science - 128 page A4 book | History - 192 A4 book | Geography - 128 page A4 book | PDHPE - 128 page A4 book | Visual Arts - visual arts diary A4 spiral bound and 2B pencil | Technology - booklet supplied by school | Digital Technology - booklet supplied by school | Connected Curriculum - 4 x 128 page A4 book | Homework - 1 x A4 display folder.
Year 9 and Year 10 Core
Subjects: English - 192 page A4 book | Mathematics - 96 page A4 graph book | Science - 128 page A4 book | History - 192 page A4 book | Geography - 128 page A4 book | PDHPE - 192 page A4 book | Careers128 page A4 book | Milestone
Mastery - 128 page A4 book.
Year 9 Electives - students will be enrolled in two of the following subjects: Agriculture - 128 page A4 book | Commerce - 192 page A4 book | Drama - 192 page A4 book | Food Technology - display folder | IT Metalbooklet supplied by school | IT Timber - booklet supplied by school | IT Multimediabooklet supplied by school | Music - 128 page A4 book and display folder | Physical Activity and Sport Studies (PASS) - 192 page A4 book | Visual Arts - visual arts diary A4 spiral bound and 2B pencil.
Year 9 and 10 Interest Electives - students will be enrolled in one of the following: Crime Scene to the Courthouse - 128 page A4 book | Fitness Instructor and PT Basics - 128 page A4 book | Game Design and Development - booklet supplied by school | Live Production - 96 page A4 book | Psychology128 page A4 book | ReCycle: Bicycle Maintenance and Mechanics - booklet supplied by school | Special E ects in Screen and Media - booklet supplied by school | Sports Coaching and O ciating128 page A4 book | Textiles - 21st Century Design and Fashion - booklet supplied by school | Trade School - Trade ‘n’ Up - booklet supplied by school.
Year 10 Electives: Commerce - 192 page A4 book | Food Technology - display folder | IT Metal - booklet supplied by school | IT Timber - booklet supplied by school | Multimedia - booklet supplied by school | Music128 page A4 book and display folder | Physical Activity and Sport Studies (PASS) - 192 page A4 book | Visual Arts
- visual arts diary A4 spiral bound and 2B pencil.
Years 11 and 12 - speci c requirements for the subjects listed below - all other subjects can use ring binders/folders, lined paper, plastic sleeves, dividers.
Ancient History - 192 page A4 book inside ring binder | Biology - ring binder with loose leaf sleeves and 48 page exercise book | Business Studies - 2 x 128 page A4 books | Chemistry Year 11 - 4 x 96 page exercise books | English - Advanced, Standard and Studies and extension - 192 page A4 book inside a ring binder | Geography - 2 x 128 page A4 books | Health and Movement Science - Year 11 - 2 x 128 page A4 books | Legal Studies - 2 x 128 page A4 books and display folder | Modern History - 192 page A4 book inside a ring binder | Music - A4 music book and display folder | PDHPE - Year 12 - 2 x 128 page A4 books | Sports, Lifestyle and Recreation - Year 12 - 2 x 128 page A4 books | Visual Arts - A4 spiral bound visual arts diary and 2 x 0.4 black felt tip pens.
HENNESSY CATHOLIC
COLLEGE:
Year 7:
BYO Device | scissors | glue stick | 30cm ruler | red, blue and black pens | pencil | eraser | sharpener | textas | coloured pencils | highlighters | 8 whiteboard markers (two per term) | 1 x inexpensive headphones.
Religious Education - 1 x 96 page book | English - 1 x 96 page book | HSIE - 1 x 96 page book | Mathematics - 1 x scienti c calculator (CASIO - supplied by the College), 1 x 96 page book | Music - 1 x 96 page music exercise book with both manuscript and ruled pages | Visual Arts - 1 x A4 visual arts diary, 2B
and 4B lead pencils | PDHPE - college hat, full College sports uniform, joggers/runners - must have laces, arch support and grip | Technology and Applied Studies - enclosed black leather school shoes, suitable storage container (food technology) with student’s name, college hat for Ag.
- Borrowing of equipment is NOT encouraged -
Year 8:
BYO Device | scissors | glue stick | 30cm ruler | red, blue and black pens | pencil | eraser | sharpener | textas | coloured pencils | highlighters | eight whiteboard markers (two per term) | 1 x inexpensive headphones.
Religious education - 1 x 96 page book | English - 1 x 96 page book | HSIE - 1 x 96 page book | Mathematics - 1 x scienti c calculator (CASIOavailable from the College), 1 x 96 page book | Music - 1 x 96 page music book with both manuscript and ruled pages | Visual Arts - 1 x A4 visual arts diary, 2B and 4B lead pencils | PDHPE - college hat, full college sports uniform, joggers/runners with laces, arch support and grip | Technology and Applied Studies - enclosed black leather school shoes, suitable storage container (Food Technology) with student’s name, college hat for Ag.
- Borrowing of equipment NOT encouragedYear 9:
BYO Device | scissors | glue sticks | 30cm ruler | red, blue and black pens | pencil | eraser | sharpener | textas | coloured pencils | highlighters | eight whiteboard markers (two per term) | 1 x inexpensive headphones.
Religious Education - 1 x 96 page book | English - 1 x 96 page book | HSIE - 1 x
96 page book | Mathematics - 1 x scientific calculator (CASIO - available from the College), 1 x 96 page book | PDHPE - College hat, full college sports uniform, joggers/runners - must have laces, arch support and grip | Food Technologysuitable storage container with student’s name, enclosed black leather school shoes | Agriculture - College hat, enclosed black leather school shoes | Music - 1 x 96 page music book with manuscript and ruled pages | Visual Arts - 1 x A4 visual arts diary | Industrial Technology (Metal and Timber) - enclosed black leather school shoes, HB Pencils.
- Borrowing of equipment is NOT encouragedYear 10:
BYO Device | scissors | glue stick | 30cm ruler | red, blue and black pens | pencils | eraser | sharpener | textas | coloured pencils | highlighters | eight whiteboard markers (two per term) | 1 x inexpensive headphones.
Religious Education - 1 x 96 page book | English - 1 x 96 page book | HSIE - 1 x 96 page book | Mathematics - 1 x scientific calculator (CASIO - available from the College), 96 page book | PDHPE - college hat, full college sports uniform, joggers/runners with laces, arch support and grip | Food Technology - Suitable storage container with student’s name, enclosed black leather school shoes | Agriculture - College hat, enclosed black leather shoes | Music - 1 x 96 page Music book with both manuscript and ruled pages | Visual Arts - 1 x A4 visual arts diary | Industrial Technology (Metal and Timber)
- enclosed black leather shoes, HB Pencils | Hospitality - A4 lever arch folder, paper and plastic sleeves | College hospitality uniform from Chapman’s Embroidery/Young Workwear.
- Borrowing of equipment is NOT encouragedYear 11 and 12: Choice of books or folders depending on personal preference - BYO Device | scissors | glue stick | 30cm ruler | red, blue and black pens | pencils | eraser | sharpener | highlighters | eight whiteboard markers (two per term) | 1 x inexpensive headphones. Religious Education - 1 x 96 page book | Mathematics - 1 x scienti c calculator (CASIO - available from the College), 96 page book | Business Studies - 1 x scienti c calculator | Geography - protractor | Chemistry - 1 x scienti c calculator | Physics - 1 x scienti c calculator | PDHPE - college hat, full college sports uniform, joggers/ runners - must have laces, arch support and grip, 1 x 128 page book | Music - 1 x music book with bound manuscript and ruled pages | Visual Arts - 1 x A4 visual arts diary (process diary) | Agriculture - 1 x 240 page exercise book with ruled pages, 1 x scienti c calculator, College hat and enclosed black leather school shoes | Industrial Technology (Timber or Metal) - 1 x 96 page book, display folder | Construction - 1 x 96 page book, College construction uniform from Chapman’s Embroidery/Young Workwear | Hospitality - A4 lever arch folder, paper and plastic sleeves | College hospitality uniform from Chapman’s Embroidery/Young Workwear | Sport Coaching - College sports coaching uniform, College hat.
Helping kids navigate friendships, bullying, and social challenges
As families across Australia return to school, excitement may be mixed with anxiety, especially for parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s mental health and wellbeing.
Whether it’s worrying about social challenges, bullying, or the tricky dynamics of ‘frenemies’, going back to school can be a stressful time.
Triple P International Country Director, Carol Markie-Dadds, said that while the new school year o ers children fresh opportunities for learning and development, it can also be a time of uncertainty. Navigating friendships and potentially managing bullying whether from peers, pretend friends, or ‘frenemies’ may be weighing on the minds of children and their families.
“Sadly, 2024 saw regular news headlines highlight the long-term and sometimes devastating impacts of bullying on children and young people, along with the damaging ripple e ects it has on families, and communities more broadly,” Ms MarkieDadds said.
Research from the Austral-
ian Council for Educational Research recently revealed Australia has the highest level of bullying compared to other OECD countries, with one in six students being bullied at school.
The impact of this extends far beyond the schoolyard and can lead to long-term mental health impacts, including anxiety and depression.
“Bullying or mean behaviours can happen in-person or online on social media or games, be it verbal name calling, deliberately leaving someone out, toxic group chats, or even escalating to the physical, like pushing or worse,” she said.
“To help kids cope, parents and carers play a vital role in helping their children develop resilience and the skills to deal with bullying and unhealthy friendships this school year.”
Triple P’s six practical strategies to foster positive social interactions and help kids navigate social challenges:
- Reinforce resilience and self-esteem: Help build your child’s self-con dence by encouraging hobbies or
activities that they enjoy or are good at. This will help strengthen their ability to face challenging situations or setbacks. Remind them that they are loved and valued, no matter what.
- Regular check-ins with your child: Create a safe, non-judgmental space at home for kids to share their thoughts and feelings. Ask open-ended questions like, “What was the best part of your day?” and “Was there anything that upset you or could have been gone better?” to encourage open and honest communication with your child.
- Recognise the signs of bullying: Look for subtle changes in behaviour that may indicate your child is being bullied, such as not wanting to go to school, avoiding friends they used to speak to, or unexplained physical marks/tears to clothing. Empower your child by educating them about bullying and encouraging them to speak up or seek help.
- Role model empathy and social skills: Help kids understand the importance of kindness, respect and inclusion by modelling this behaviour in your day-to-day activities.
- Role-play or consider scenarios: Build your child’s con dence in handling difcult social situations by discussing or acting out what to do in challenging situations. Help them consider what to do if someone is teasing them or they see others being bullied. Teach your child how to set healthy boundaries with friends and help them practice positive communication to express their feelings e ectively.
- Reach out to the school: Partner with teachers or school counsellors to address any concerns early on. Familiarise yourself with the school’s anti-bullying policies and programs to ensure a consistent approach.
​“If your child is experiencing bullying or friendship worries, it’s vital not to ignore what they’re telling you or leave them to deal with bullying on their own – create a positive, safe environment by calmly listening and encouraging them to describe exactly what has happened,” Ms Markie-Dadds said.
“When adults are aware of what is happening, they can watch more closely, act quickly, and help children
learn new skills to prevent and respond to bullying.
“It’s important for parents and carers to remember they are not alone in helping their children navigate these challenges.
“There are resources available to help families navigate bullying-related issues, including your school, counsellors, Kids Helpline (kidshelpline.com.au) and eSafety Commissioner (esafety.gov. au).
“Triple P also o ers free, online, evidence-based programs that give parents and carers the skills to help children develop coping skills and boost social and emotional well-being. Together, we can help our children thrive socially and emotionally in the coming school year,” Ms Markie-Dadds said. Delivery of the Triple P –Positive Parenting Program to parents and carers of children in Australia is supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care under the Parenting Education and Support Program. Parents and carers can access free, online parenting support 24/7 at triplep-parenting.net.au.
Carol Markie-Dadds from Triple P has some advice for parents ahead of the school year.
Eyes are crucial for students ready to return to school
When should my children have an eye test a er they start school?
Why do some children have di culty learning to read and write, or ongoing problems reading to learn?
Most children do not complain so a full eye test with Catherine or Janine at Young Eyes will help to review their vision.
We like to recommend an eye examination even if they have a preschool or Lions eye screening.
Once the appointment is made a pre-assessment form is emailed to be completed, this is very important for our optometrists to gain information on how your child’s eye work.
Sometimes the children will complain of tired eyes at the end of the school day, loss of interest or concentration in reading and learning to read.
Occasionally children will tell their parents that the words move when reading on the page or they are bothered with the glare.
Most children who live here in the country we test have very good distance vision.
This was considered the normal sight until the last few years.
Hilltops Councillor Column
As we enter 2025 and our rst full year as councillors, those members of the Hilltops community who voted for us will undoubtedly be watching.
I am under no illusion about the di culty of meeting community expectations, given the wide range of services and infrastructure that the council provides, as well as the red tape and bureaucracy that can sometimes be overwhelming and tend to restrict positivity and enthusiasm.
Hilltops Council is a large organisation working to unite the individual and long-established identities of the three unique communities of Young, Harden, and Boorowa, along with the surrounding villages, into one harmonious
group for the purposes of long term growth, local business expansion, infrastructure maintenance and upgrades, employment opportunities and shared values.
As councillors, we have accepted the responsibility of acting in the best interests of the community by providing leadership and integrity in all our dealings with all levels of government - local, state, and federal - on behalf of the local Hilltops community.
Our performance as councillors will be judged by our actions, not our words.
Any failure to uphold the values placed on us by the community will reflect poorly on both the council and the councillors as individuals.
Council has identified five major projects that will require funding to progress to the construction stage.
These projects include the Boorowa Reservoir Duplication, the Young CBD Revitalisation, the Garabaldi Bridge Replacement, the Harden Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade, and the Roberts Park Change Rooms in Harden and that is just the beginning!
Additionally, councillors will be holding a roundtable workshop on Wednesday 29 January to compile a list of community projects, which will be presented to council for inclusion in the 2025/2026 budget.
Councillor Neil Langford
The great price reducer WF Weedon
William Francis Weedon, Universal Provider at Bur rangong House, promised to ‘stock everything you need at Bedrock Prices’ and ‘pur chase everything you pro duce at the Highest Market Prices’.
The Young Historical Mu seum has a ladies’ fan which advertises his business, dat ing to the early 20th century, and a pocket watch with ‘W.F. Weedon Young’ printed on the clockface.
Weedon was the last to operate this business, which was founded by the four Wat son brothers from Ireland in the 1860s.
He was born in Tumut in 1869 to John and Mary Ann Weedon.
His rst job was in his fa ther’s general store in Tumut and he married Grace E. MacGillivray in 1893.
Weedon later went to Mur rumburrah as a manager for T. & G. Barnes.
In 1905, the couple came to Young because Weedon pur chased the business at Bur rangong House carried on by G.S. Whiteman in Boorowa Street.
Whiteman’s stock was greatly reduced, so that when Weedon took over it was almost ‘all new goods in Drapery, Dress Goods, Ladies’ Jackets, Blankets, Hosiery, etc’.
He also sold grocery items,
ironmongery, crockery, glassware, furniture, ploughshares and agricultural machinery.
Both Weedon and his wife, Grace, worked in the business.
‘In those days Weeden’s half price sales were a byword and buyers came from all the surrounding towns and queued up waiting for admittance.’
In 1924, he had plans
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ing scheme will be the most modern obtainable. There will be cantilever verandahs in front. The store will go back another 30 feet and will be two-stories throughout.sent store will be taken over
The drapery department was moved across the street and into another building.
These works were completed by 1927 and the former drapery premises were auctioned in 1928.
Weedon sold his business and retired in 1933.
The centre portion of the building was bought by Mr. A. G. Wareham, who transferred his drapery business there.
drawn up by Mr C. Glancey of the Sydney rm Soden and Glancey ‘to convert his present store into one of the nest and imposing outside Sydney’, to the cost of 13,000 to 14,000 pounds.
‘The frontage to Burrowa Street is 96 ½ feet and on this there will be four entrances and 16 large windows.
The passageways will be of the nest procurable tiles, Wunderlich ceilings will
The western portion was bought by Mr Oliver Gilpin, whose shop in Young would move there, while the eastern grocery portion was acquired by W. S. Millard and Sons, which rented it out. William Weedon, who had been the town’s mayor from 1920 to 1922, passed away in Young in 1945. His wife, Grace, died in 1953. A part of Weedon’s store is still visible today, containing the Reject Shop on Boorowa Street.
Historical Society
Karen Schamberger - Young
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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
3 What one might do to a male waif (5,3)
7 Name the bell in the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London (3,3)
8 To have palpitated, is to have done what (8)
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10 What are official government journals (8)
11 Name the language of Austria (6)
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18 Who composed “White Christmas”, and countless other songs, ... Berlin (6)
19 To have deprived of clerical status, is to have done what (8)
20 What is a colloquial term for a cheap restaurant (6)
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4 Who is under the friendly patronage of another (7)
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Letters A to Z have a number value. Some are shown in the right-hand cells. Create remaining values using clues in centre cells.
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13 To be stupid or obstinate, is to be what (7)
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15 To lift up, is to do what (7)
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Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
SILVA (a) Fine sediment (b) The assemblage of trees in a region (c) The earth’s crust underlying the sial 2 VALKYRIE (a) One of the minor goddesses who conducted battlefield slain to Valhalla (b) A monument for a nation’s great men (c) A bidding farewell
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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.
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Cedric (abbr.) (3)
Comedian (5)
Connectors (5)
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Leaf of paper (5)
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Solve the crossword. Each answer has four letters.
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5.35 Britain’s Got Talent. 7.00 MOVIE: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. (2022) 9.20 MOVIE: Wolf. (2021) 11.30 MOVIE: Ready Or Not. (2019) 1.35 Late Programs.
5.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Days Of Our Lives. 12.55 The Young And The Restless. 1.50 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.05 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Train Of Events. (1949) 5.30 Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 TBA. 8.30 MOVIE: Rocky. (1976) 10.55 The Closer. 11.55 Late Programs. 6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Escape To The Country. 5.00 Horse Racing. Carrington Stakes Day, Caulfield Australia Day and Sunshine Coast Cup Day. 5.30 Surf Patrol. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 Bondi Vet. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 9.30 I Escaped To The Country. 10.30 Australia’s Amazing Homes. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 ER. 2.55 Not Going Out. 3.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.10 Speechless. 4.35 MythBusters. 5.25 Love Your Garden. 6.10 Amazing Spaces. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) New. 8.45 Live At The Malthouse. 9.55 Ab Fab. 10.55 ER. 11.40 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.00 New Leash On Life. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.25 Monty Don’s History Of The British Garden. 3.35 Extraordinary Escapes. 4.20 Magda’s Big National Health Check. Final. 5.20 Hear Me Out: Australia Day. 5.55 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 ABC News.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. Carrington Stakes Day, Caulfield Australia Day and Sunshine Coast Cup Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Women’s Ashes. Twenty20 International Series. Australia v England. Game 3. 10.30 MOVIE: Dracula Untold. (2014) 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Blokesworld. 11.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Men’s. Stage 5. 4.00 Desert Collectors. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Storage Wars. 7.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 8.30 Heavy Tow Truckers Down Under. 9.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 10.30 Deep Water Salvage. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. 1.25 Miriam Margolyes In New Zealand. Final. 2.25 Extraordinary Escapes. 3.10 Croc Watch With Steve Backshall. 3.55 Lucy Worsley: Agatha Christie Mystery Queen. Final. 4.55 Eat The Invaders. 5.30 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. 5.55 Hear Me Out: Australia Day. 6.30 Back Roads. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Australian Of The Year 2025. 8.45 Beyond Paradise. 9.45 Vera. 11.15 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 The Snail And The Whale. 6.05 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 7.55 MOVIE: Gangsta Granny. (2013) 9.00 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.45 Speechless. 10.05 Officially Amazing. 10.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 Cybershack. 12.30 Destination WA. 1.00 MOVIE: Waiting For The Light. (1990) 3.00 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 4.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Country House Hunters Australia. 6.00 9News Saturday. 6.30 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 7.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 14. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Weekender. 10.30 Weekender. 11.00 Rebel Wilson’s Pooch Perfect. 12.10 Dream Home. 1.45 Holey Moley Australia. 3.15 A Moveable Feast. 3.45 Britain’s Got Talent. 5.10 MOVIE: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. (2022) 7.30 MOVIE: Grown Ups. (2010) 9.40 MOVIE: Nomadland. (2020) 12.00 Late Programs.
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2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Better Homes. 3.30 Steam Train Journeys. 4.30 Australia’s Amazing Homes. 5.30 I Escaped To The Country. 6.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Hook, Line And Sinker. 1.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 2.00 Merv Hughes Fishing. 2.30 Portland Charter Boat Wars. 3.00 Fishing Addiction. 4.00 Motor MythBusters. 5.00 Nature Gone Wild. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: The Patriot. (2000) 11.45 Late Programs.
4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Kangaroo Beach. 6.05 Kiya And The Kimoja Heroes. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Riley Rocket. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 The Secret Life Of Our Pets. 8.50
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 Maritime Masters: Expedition Antarctica. 12.30 David Attenborough’s Green Planet. 1.30 The Road To The Open: A New Chapter. 2.00 Australian Open Tennis Pre-Show. 3.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Afternoon 15. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 RBT. 6.00 9News Sunday. 6.30 Australian Open Tennis PreShow. 7.30 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 15. 12.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Get Clever. 10.00 Holey Moley Australia. 11.30 Dream Home. 1.05 A Moveable Feast. 1.35 My France With Manu. 2.35 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 3.50 The Voice. 5.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 6.30 Puppy School. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.30 Bones. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Australia By Design: Innovations. 12.30 Exploring Off The Grid. 1.30 The Yes Experiment. 2.00 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Silvia’s Italian Masterclass. 3.30 Farm To Fork. 4.00 My
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 MOVIE: Chase A Crooked Shadow. (1958) 12.20 MOVIE: Scott Of The Antarctic. (1948) 2.35 MOVIE: The Winslow Boy. (1948) 5.00 MOVIE: The Unforgiven. (1960) 7.30 MOVIE: The Magnificent Seven. (1960) 10.10 MOVIE: Guns Of The Magnificent Seven. (1969) 12.15 Late Programs.
Morning Programs. 12.00 I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 Farm To Fork. 2.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 18. Brisbane Bullets v Melbourne United. 4.30 Good Chef Bad Chef. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 I’m
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GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) As your confidence grows, you should be able to work toward your goals with more enthusiasm. Open your mind to suggestions; some of them might even work for you.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Reconnecting with someone from your past stirs up an old sense of adventure. But before you do anything else, be sure to get answers to any lingering questions.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 Turning Point. 9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Avengers. 11.40 MOVIE: The Siege Of Pinchgut. (1959) 1.50 MOVIE: It Always Rains On Sunday. (1947)
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M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Australia. (2008) 11.45 Late Programs.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some people might resent the way you plan to resolve a difficult situation. But your commitment to making tough but fair decisions soon wins you their respect and support.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Mixed signals could be causing a vexing workplace problem. Before you choose to leave a project, ask for a meeting where you can get things out in the open.
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First round for 2025 is played
OPENS B GRADE
Round 12 results:
Harden Hornets 10/82 were defeated by Grenfell Blues 4/83 at Tim Doolan Oval in Harden.
Runs for the Hornets were made by Brody Steele 7, Shane Abnett 7, Tim Macfarlane 8, Jack Glover 11, Fill-in 10, Kai Steele 23, Beau Abnett 1, Jayden Steele 2. On the eld wickets for the Hornets were taken by Kai Steele 2 and James Woodhead with 2.
Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls 10/41 were defeated by Junee Stallions 5/109 at Albert Park, Cootamundra.
Temora Bowling Club Tigers 8/80 were defeated by Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club 3/143 at Nixon Park Oval 2 in Temora.
Temora Bowling Club Tigers won the toss and elected to bowl.
Runs for Murringo Mavericks were made by Samuel Smith 15, Craig Hambrook 7, Peter Jolli ee 19 not out, Daniel Smith 81 not out, Harkishan Singh 18.
Wickets for the Tigers were taken by Steve Pike 1 and Jason Fernie 1.
Runs for the Tigers were made by Hamish Macauley 1, Matthew Young 30, Richard Potter 6, Luke Horan 9, Lincoln Macauley 10, Daylen Coleman 2, Adam Ward 4, Steve Pike 4, Max Swavley 10 not out.
Wickets for the Mavericks were taken by Craig Hambrook 2, Peter Jolli e 1, Colin Smith 4, Oscar Taylor 1. Round 13 draw: Australia Day weekend bye Round 14 draw: Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club vs Junee Stallions at Cran eld Oval, Young
Grenfell Blues vs Temora Bowling Club Tigers at Lawson Oval, Grenfell Harden Hornets vs Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls at Tim Doolan Oval, Harden OPENS C Grade: Round 12 results:
Boorowa Big Bottles 10/98 were defeated by Criterion Bin Chickens 5/135 at the Boorowa Sports Ground.
Criterion Bin Chickens won the toss and elected to bat.
Runs for the Bin Chickens were made by Jacob Dodge 12, Javarn Hurcum 42, Craig Wills 23, Matthew Dunn 10, Declan Hurcum 22 not out, Kieran Richens 17, Ethan Richens 1 not out.
Fall of wickets for the Bin Chickens was: 1-45 Jacob Dodge, 2-69 Craig Wills, 3-90
Javarn Hurcum, 4-108 Matthew Dunn, 5-133 Kieran Richens.
Wickets for the Boorowa Big Bottles were taken by Benjamin Klose 3, Tim Suttor 1, Cameron Johnston 1 and Liam Birks took a catch as elder.
Runs for the Big Bottles were made by Daniel Canellis 18, Liam Birks 29, Tim Suttor 14, Jacob Kennedy 6, Benjamin Klose 9, Wil Stanley 14, Elliot Southwell 2. Fall of wickets for the Big Bottles was: 1-23 Daniel Canellis, 2-49 Tim Suttor, 3-49 Jamie Golden, 4-61 Jacob Kennedy, 5-73 Benjamin Klose, 6-74 Cameron Johnston, 7-79 Liam Birks, 8-93 Elliot Southwell, 9-96 Wil Stanley, 10-98 Phil Coggins.
Wickets for the Bin Chickens were made by Ethan
Richens 1, Craig Wills 4, Declan Hurcum 1, Jacob Dodge 2, Rhys Featherstone 2 and on the eld Tyler Hurcum took a catch as elder, Todd Lemons took two catches as wicket keeper and a stumping, Kieran Richens and Declan Hurcum took a catch as elder each.
Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club 10/100 were defeated by Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls Drive 4/135 at Cran eld Oval, Young. Coota Ex Services Club Bulls Drive won the toss and elected to bat.
Runs for the Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls Drive were made by Luke Ismay 60 not out, Edward Petelo Tuala Talipope 7, Phillip Gay 37, Oscar Roberts 5, Hugo Emery 10 not out.
Fall of wickets for Bulls
Drive was: 1-27 Edward Petelo Tuala Talipope, 2-101 Phillip Gay, 3-116 Oscar Roberts, 4-121 Aaron Lewis.
Wickets for the Bribbaree Rams were taken by Liam Miller 1, Mitchell Schiller 2, Patrick Grady 1 and Mohammed Alam took a catch as a elder.
Runs for the Bribbaree Rams were made by Mohammed Alam 7, Liam Payne 6, Nicholas Mcraye 1, Caleb Schiller 7, Justin Boyd 34, James Payne 31, Mitchell Schiller 1, Jack Apps 11 not out.
Fall of wickets for the Rams was: 1-1 Zabir Alam, 2-13 Liam Payne, 3-13 Mohammed Alam, 4-15 Liam Miller, 5-19 Nicholas Mcraye, 6-35 Caleb Schiller, 7-80 James Payne, 8-81 Mitchell Schiller, 9-81 Patrick Grady,
10-100 Justin Boyd.
Wickets for the Bulls Drive were taken by Tony Reece 4, Hugo Emery 2, Oscar Roberts 2, Aaron Lewis 1 and Mark Elia 1. On the eld Phillip Gay had two catches as elder, Joshua Ismay had one catch as elder, Luke Ismay had one catch as wicket keeper, Oscar Roberts took a catch as elder and Aaron Lewis took two catches as elders.
Temora Shamrock Leprechauns 5/69 defeated Temora Exies Renegades 5/68 at Nixon Park Oval 1, Temora. Round 13 draw: Australia Day weekend bye.
Round 14 draw: Temora Exies Renegades vs Boorowa Big Bottles at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora. Criterion Bin Chickens vs Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club at Gus Smith Oval, Young. Temora Shamrock Leprechauns vs Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls Drive at Nixon Park Oval 1, Temora. Opens B Grade Ladder:
1 Junee Stallions 75 points
2 Grenfell Blues 65 points
3 Murringo Mavericks Cricket Club 61 points
4 Harden Hornets 56 points
5 Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls 55 points
6 Temora Bowling Club Tigers 53 points Opens C Grade Ladder: 1 Criterion Bin Chickens 59 points
2 Bribbaree Rams Cricket Club 56 points
3 Temora Shamrock Hotel Leprechauns 53 points
4 Cootamundra Ex Services Club Bulls Drive 51 points 5 Boorowa Big Bottles 46 points 6 Temora Exies Renegades 44 points
First round of Junior Cricket 2025 coming up
Under 11s
Round 10 - Saturday February 1, 2025
Gecko Sports Smashers vs CATO Strikers at Young Public School
NXT Journey Sixers vs Dunk Insurance Hurricanes at Mitchell Park Oval 1, Cootamundra
Jennings Mowers Warriors vs Ray White Young Heat at Keith Cullen Oval, Young Boorowa Green vs Boorowa Gold at Boorowa Sports Ground
Harden Hornets Under 11s have the bye.
Under 13s
Round 10 - Saturday February 1, 2025
Ariah Park Redbacks vs Arthur Stacey Stars at Ariah Park Sports Oval
Harden Hornets vs Nimbus Scorchers at Tim Doolan Oval, Harden
Col Gerhard Colts vs Young Vet Clinic Renegades at the Soccer Ground, Temora Mawhoods Supa IGA Magpies have the bye.
Under 16s
Round 10 - Friday January 31, 2025 and Saturday February 1, 2025
Watson Toyota Cruisers vs Cootamundra Golf and Sports Club Kookaburras at Craneld Oval, Young Temora Scorchers vs Tumut Gundagai at Nixon Park Oval 1, Temora
Ariah Park Redbacks vs Amber Blythe Breakers at Nixon Park Oval 2, Temora
Smaller numbers with regulars away
There were much smaller numbers on the green this week with some regular players away on holidays.
Thursday a ernoon saw 10 players involved.
Jim McQuade and Geo Holt won their game 20 shots to 14 shots.
The vouchers went to the triples team of Harold Anderson, Allan Langford and Aldo Malvicino with a winning score of 27–17.
There were also 10 players on Saturday in quite windy conditions.
Once again the triples team had the highest winning margin with Albert Carter, Brian McNair and Greg Woods winning their game 30–12.
In the game of pairs Michael Webb and Joe Read
had a winning score of 21 to 14. Entries for the 2024–25 Club Singles Championship close on Sunday 9th February with the rst games to be scheduled for Saturday 22nd February.
Details of how to enter are on the notice board.
Also on the notice board are the sides selected to represent the club in the rst round of Open Pennants with Grade 2 playing on Saturday 8th February and Grade 6 and Grade 7 to play on Sunday 9th February.
The next Guy Pickering Charity Challenge competition will commence on the 19th and 20th of February.
CLIFF TRAYNOR
Letter unearthed by Young Croquet Club
A er a lazy couple of of weeks, what with the open tennis, cricket and of course the magic millions, I decided to dig into the history books of years gone by in the Young Croquet Club.
I unearthed a letter delivered to the h annual general meeting of the club in 1931 by the then Secretary Beryl Turner which reads as follows:
It is with the greatest satisfaction that your committee reviews the progress of the Young Croquet Club during the h year of its existence. It was with fear and trepidation that we faced the outlook twelve months ago, with depleted membership, a debt of 45 pounds on the club house, and top dressing to be paid for and the usual diculties in providing funds for upkeep and to maintain the enthusiasm of the players.
Once or twice during the year the committee considered the possibility of having to close down.
On one occasion we had to approach the Bowling club for a reduction in the rent, but this could not be granted.
However these conditions were met with determination to win through and today we are proud to announce that the club is rmly established more than ever before, been absolutely free of debt, gar-
Cherrypicker Ladies ready for a huge season ahead
LEAGUE TAG PRESEASON TO START
Girls get ready for season 2025 with the Pickers.
League Tag Pre-Season sessions commencing Tuesday’s and Thursday 6:30pm, 28th January for all new and existing players… Dean’s looking forward to kicking o the season with some fun and tness to get us on the front foot for the new season!
All welcome. Let’s go Pickers.
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WEST WYALONG KNOCK OUT
Not long now until the Pickers dust o
the boots for our rst hit out at the West Wyalong 52nd Annual Knockout. Friday 28th Feb - Saturday 1st March… mark it in your calendar for a great overnighter put on by the Mallee Men and Chicks, bring it on folks.
2025 WOMEN’S 9s TACKLE CARNIVAL
Entry packs now available, message us so we can get one out to you, and please share around so we can help grow our women’s game not only in Young but all surrounding areas. We are also looking for sponsors so any businesses with interest please DM us.
den seats, all accessories paid for and the lawn in almost perfect condition.
Our Treasurers report shows a credit balance, I would like to emphasise the fact that this has necessitated long and continued e orts, which has called on the individual help from each and every one of the members, assisted by generous people who were not members of the club that have patronage the very many functions held from time to time to raise money.
Some of these such money raisers were Mahjong evenings, Market Day, Gymkhana and Parties held in the homes of members and on one occasion to meet the monthly dues.
The committee themselves voluntarily subscribed 5 each to tide over some di cult times.
My objection in mentioning this is not for the purpose of evoking your approval or otherwise, but to explain the latest recommendation of the committee to increase the subscriptions to two pounds two shillings and there by to eliminate as far as possible all future money raising functions.
We feel that all the pioneering work has now been done and the club is now
fully established. This increase would mean members and new members coming into the club in the future may have their sport unhampered by nancial difculties,.
This letter is signed by. hon sec, Beryl Turner.
As a foot note to this article, it has been established that the croquet club which was established in 1924, rented one green from Young Bowling Club which had only been established a short time, where it had been built in Lachlan St, its present address.
The green was were lawn two is now.
The club had a small area for their club house plus enough space for seating umbrellas etc, this was fully maintained by the croquet club including establishment of the lawn.
Boy, look at us now.
FROM THE NOTICE BOARD:
Celebrate Australia Day with Young Croquet Club. Free for everyone. 6pm start. Barbecue and play. Members and mates. All supplied.
SHIRLEY CLOSE
Kirkwood and Hamblin take out 4BBB on Saturday in Young
On Saturday the Men played a 4BBB sponsored by Andrew Aiken, Craig Webber and Terry Shipp.
The winners with a score of 47 points were Peter Kirkwood and Peter Hamblin.
The runners up with a score of 44 points on a countback were Don Cruikshank and John Jones.
Steve Smith had the best individual score with 36 points on a countback from Greg Glasgow.
The Watson Toyota NTP on the 7th was won by David Killick and the 17th was won by Riley Torpy.
The Pro Pin was won by David Killick and he received a $72 voucher.
The Deluxe Blinds and Shutters NTP on the 13th was won by Casey Wall and the 16th was won by Aaron Moloney.
Both win a sleeves of golf balls.
The Deluxe Blinds and Shutters Eagle Nest on the rst was not struck and jackpots to $160 next week.
The Terry Brothers Carpet
Choice Secret Birdie hole was the 3rd and was won by Rhett Foreman.
The Ian Page Bricklaying card draw was not won.
Balls went down to 41 points and there were 77 players.
Upcoming events - Saturday 25th January is the Australia Day Medal - Ladies and Mens single stableford sponsored by Langs Pool and Spas, Blooms the Chemist and Matt Brown.
Saturday the 1st February is the Cooltech Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Monthly Medals.
with 41 points and he won 14 balls.
Saturday 8th February is a 4BBB Stableford sponsored by Greg Nolan, John Jones and Barry Martens.
The Wednesday Medley was won by Sam Davidson
Runner up was Adam Holmes (12 balls) with 38 points on a countback from Shaun Rolfe (9 balls) and Craig Webber (6 balls).
Andrew Sabidussi (4 balls) was h with 36 points on a countback from Phil Mitchell (2 balls).
The Pro Pin on the 7th was won by Josh Weston and he won a $53 voucher.
Balls went down to 31 points on a countback and there were 79 players.
The Friday 18 hole medley was won by Jamie Canellis (4 balls) with 35 points on a countback from Colin Hardwick (3 balls).
Grant Harding (2 balls) was third with 34 points on a countback.
There was no Pro Pin. There were 14 players and balls went down to 33 points on a countback.
The Kyle McGovern Electrical Sunday medley was won by Gary Anderson with 41 points and he receives 8 balls.
Aaron Moloney (6 balls) was second with 39 points from Cameron Jones with 38 points (5 balls).
Daniel Harveyson (4 balls) was fourth with 37 points on a countback from Jesse Bruce (3 balls). Balls went down to 32 points on a countback and there were 41 players.
Young Tyre Power and Young Services Club Business House Golf - starts again 27th January.
Over $1000 in prize money. Entry is $250 per team of 8, payable at the Pro Shop. Play 6 holes per week, pick your day to play.
Get your team nominations in now.
CRAIG WATSON
Jackie Sheridan takes out Wednesday competition
On Wednesday 15th, the ladies played in the Medley Stableford.
Best ladies scores on the dayJackie Sheridan 36 pts, Noela Hardman 32 pts and Helen Hamblin 31 pts
Last Saturday the ladies played in the Summer Comp sponsored each week by Dorman’s Transport.
Winner: Libby Plumley 32 pts
Runner-up: Helen Hamblin 31 pts on a c/b from Helen Spencer and Leanne Slater both 31 pts.
Well played ladies on a very windy day!
PAMMIE MCCLOY
Attention Golfers: Golf Genius has informed us that their app is currently unavailable for Android users.
For participants in our upcoming competitions over the next couple of weeks, please ensure to complete the scorecards manually.
Thank you for your patience.
We are delighted to announce that Harden Country Club will host a Keno 2-person Ambrose day on 16 February.
This event is similar to the scramble, where one pair will qualify for the regional nals and, if successful, proceed to compete in the state nal.
Please note: Only full members of Harden Country Club can qualify for the regional nal. Further details will be announced in the coming days.
EVENT INFORMATION/ FORMAT OF PLAY
IMPORTANT - 1. Both players must attain the age of 18 years by the date of the State Final. 2. Both players must be a liated members of the golf club hosting the Club Qualifying Event.
FORMAT OF PLAY1. Two Person Ambrose (Men’s, Women’s and Mixed) 2. Both players may place the ball within one club length where the original ball has been marked 3. Players must play from the same area of the course where the ball has been marked (eg General Area, Bunker, Penalty Area) 4. Ball on the green must be placed within 15cm of the marked ball (not nearer the hole) 5. Each player must use at least six tee shots during a round 6. Tee shots used MUST be indicated on the scorecard.
HANDICAP -
1. The Pair must have a minimum combined daily handicap of 8 (eg if one player’s daily handicap is 4 and the second player’s handicap is 2- they cannot play
together because combined that is only 6) 2. Each player in the pair must have no more than 20 strokes di erence in their daily handicap (eg if the lowest marker’s daily handicap is 5, their partner must playo no more than a daily handicap of 25). NOTE - If a pairs daily handicaps are more than 20 strokes di erent, the higher marker will be limited to a daily handicap 20 strokes above the lower marker’s daily handicap. 3. The pair’s PLAYING handicap on the day will 1/4 of their combined daily handicap.
SATURDAY
Pony Clubbers represent across the State
by her fellow Harden Pony Club members for her representation of both the Club and Zone 2.
“What an incredible achievement,” Harden Pony Club said.
Harden Pony Club riders have represented the Club at various di erent events throughout the past week with one competing at a State event, one attending the State Camp and others making the trip to Tumbarumba for a fun lled week at its annual camp.
Sophia Hackett competed at the State Show Riding Championship held at Hawkesbury last Saturday and Sunday, picking up wins at the Hawkesbury All Breeds Hack Show on the Saturday and nishing in fourth for Most Suitable Pony Club Mount on the Sunday in the State Championships. Sophia was congratulated
“We are all so proud of you and can’t wait to hear all about your experience soon.
“Well done for showcasing your talent and dedication on such a big stage, you’re an inspiration to us all.”
Emma Karsten made the trek to Sydney last week to attend the NSW Pony Club State Camp where she was able to work on her riding with other talented riders as well as getting the chance to meet and speak with two
Australian Olympians, Shane Rose, who Emma was able to meet at a State event last year, and Chris Burton.
Not only did the attendees of the camp and Emma have a fantastic game or two with the Olympians, they were also able to pick up plenty of tricks and skills from the pair that they can bring home and use.
“It looks like it was an incredible opportunity, and we can’t wait to hear all about her experience soon,” the Club said.
Anyone wishing to attend the NSW Pony Club State Camp should reach out to their Chief Instructor and Zone Chief Instructor for
Members
the Monumental
Zone 2, Kylie Reeves.
One of the key requirements for attending is obtaining a C Certi cate, something your local Pony Club is able to help with.
State Camp includes daily coaching sessions with top instructors, athletes and trainers, fun, educational, social and team building activities and an all inclusive experience of riding, learning and fun with fellow Pony Club members.
Anyone wishing to attend must be aged 15 to 25 years (14 years and over for Mounted Games), must have their C Certi cate, approval from their Senior Instructor and Zone Chief Instructor and
results from Pony Club and open events to support their application.
“If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to us,” Harden Pony Club said.
“Let’s work together to help you achieve this amazing opportunity.”
Four riders from Harden Pony Club and two riders from Young Pony Club attended the highly anticipated annual Zone 20 Pony Club Camp at Tumbarumba.
The riders had a fantastic week in the saddle culminating in Ruby Holt coming rst in the Inline Barrel Challenge in the 13-15 years age group, Ella Powderly winning the
15-17 years age group and Matt Berridge winning the 17 years and over age group.
The four riders also picked up the Best in Troop Award with Ruby being recognised for her encouragement and support of her troop members.
“It was such a joy to see these riders grow, support one another, and represent our club with pride,” Harden Pony Club said.
“The teamwork and kindness they showed throughout the week made us incredibly proud.
“Well done to everyone who participated, and a huge thank you to Zone 20 for hosting such a fantastic camp.”
