On Friday April 25 locals will gather in Young to pay their respects and honour those who have served our country for Anzac Day.
Though many of the original ANZACs have now passed on, their pride, grit, determination and sacri ce lives on.
“When war broke out in 1914 Australia had been a federated nation for only 13 years,” an Australian War Memorial spokesperson said.
“Its government was eager to establish a reputation among the nations of the world.
“When Britain declared war in August 1914, Australia was automatically placed on the side of the Commonwealth.”
It was less than a year later that Australia joined forces with New Zealand to defend the allies.
“In 1915, Australia and New Zealand soldiers formed part
of the expedition that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula in order to open the Dardanelles to the allied navies,” the spokesperson said.
“The ultimate objective was to capture Constantinople - now Istanbul, the capital of the Ottoman Empire, an ally of Germany.”
It was on April 25 in 1915
Gallipoli where they met destructive resistance from the Ottoman/Turkish defence.
“What had been planned as a bold stroke to knock Turkey out of the war, quickly became a stalemate, and the campaign dragged on for eight months,” the spokesperson said.
Riverina candidates are confirmed
The candidates in the upcoming federal election for Riverina have been conrmed by the Australian Electoral Commission.
The federal election is due to be held on Saturday May 3, 2025 and there have been 13 candidates conrmed to be running for the seat of Riverina, currently held by Michael McCormack MP.
Mr McCormack will once again be contesting the election for the National Party as well as Hilltops Shire Councillor Jake Davis throwing his hat in the ring as an Independent.
Fellow Independents standing are Barbara Baikie, James Gooden, Grant Hardwick and Jenny Rolfe.
Mark Craig is running for
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, Desiree Gregory for the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party, Mark Jeffreson for the Australian Labor Party (NSW Branch), Mark Burge for the Family First Party Australia, Richard Foley for the Australian Citizens Party, Pheonix Valxori for The Greens NSW and Christine Onley for the Libertarian Party.
On Friday April 11 thenal number of candidates and full candidate lists in ballot paper order were made available by the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) a er being veried.
According to the AEC each declaration of nominations event involves a blindfold, numbered balls and what is
e ectively a two round ‘bingo’ system to keep the process of determining the order of candidates on the ballot paper fair.
The nal ballot order for the Riverina electorate is:
Mark Craig - One Nation
Desiree Gregory - Shooters, Fishers and Farmers
Mark Burge - Family First
Barbara Baikie - Independent
Mark Je reson - Labor
Grant Hardwick - Independent
Richard Foley - Australian Citizens
Pheonix Valxori - The Greens
James Gooden - Independent
Jake Davis - Independent
Michael McCormack - The Nationals
Jenny Rolfe - Independent
Christine Onley - Libertarian Party
“At the end of 1915, the allied forces were evacuated from the peninsula, with both sides having su ered heavy casualties and endured great hardships.”
Through the battles over 8,000 Australian soldiers died in the campaign.
“Gallipoli had a profound impact on Australians at home, and April 25 soon became the day on which Australians remembered the sacri ce of those who died in the war.”
It was through the battle in Gallipoli that the ANZAC spirit became known.
“Although the Gallipoli campaign failed in its military objectives, the actions of Australian and New Zealand forces during the campaign le a powerful legacy,” the spokesperson said.
“What became known as the ANZAC legend became an important part of the identity of
both nations, shaping the ways in which they viewed both their past and their future.”
Commemorations for the fallen and returned were rst acknowledged on April 25, 1916.
“The day was marked by a wide variety of ceremonies and services across Australia, a march through London, and a sports day in the Australian camp in Egypt,” the spokesperson said.
“In London more than 2,000 Australian and New Zealand troops marched through the streets, a London newspaper headline dubbed them ‘the knights of Gallipoli.’
“In the Sydney march, convoys of cars carried soldiers wounded on Gallipoli and their nurses.”
It was in the 1920s that Anzac Day became established as a national day of commemoration for the over 60,000 Austral-
ians who died during the war.
“In 1927, for the rst time, every state observed some form of public holiday on Anzac Day,” the spokesperson said.
“By the mid-1930s all the rituals we now associate with the day - dawn vigils, marches, memorial services, reunions, two-up games - were rmly established as part of Anzac Day culture.”
Following World War II, Anzac Day was also used to commemorate and remember the lives of the Australians who died with the day being broadened as battles, con icts and wars continued.
In the local area on Friday services will be held at Bendick Murrell, Bribbaree, Crowther, Koorawatha, Wirrimah, Monteagle, Murringo and Young. See inside for service and commemoration times.
P plater stopped for speeding three times in one day along Hume Highway
A woman has been charged, and her vehicle con scated, a er she was allegedly detected speeding in the state’s south three times on the same day.
Police were called to the Hume Highway, Gunning, about 45km east of Yass, following multiple calls relating to alleged dangerous driving.
O cers attached to the Tra c and Highway Patrol Command stopped a 19-yearold woman about 10.40am, a er allegedly she was detected travelling in excess of the 110km/h speed limit. She was issued with an infringement notice for exceeding the speed limit more than 20km/h.
About 11.45am on the same day, o cers attached to Tra c and Highway Patrol Command were patrolling the Hume Highway, Tumblong, about 14.5km south-east of Gundagai, when they detected a P-plate driver allegedly travelling at 215km/hr in a 110km/ hr zone.
The same 19-year-old female driver was stopped and issued with a court attend-
ance notice for drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous, and P2 driver exceed speed more than 45 km/h. Her P2 licence was suspended, and her vehicle licence plates con scated for three months.
She will appear in Gundagai Local Court on Friday 13 June 2025.
About 2.10pm on the same day, the same driver was allegedly detected travelling at 201km/h in a 110km/h zone on the Hume Highway, Table Top, 16km north-east of Albury.
She was stopped and arrested, before being taken to Albury Police Station where she was charged with drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous, class A motor vehicle exceed speed more than 45 km/h, drive motor vehicle while licence suspended, operate vehicle during number-plate con scation period, and tamper with etc numberplate con scation notice.
She was granted conditional bail to appear in Albury Local Court on Wednesday 30 April 2025.
Coffee and connection across the Hilltops this Palliative Care Week
Mercy Health is inviting locals to have co ee and connect this National Palliative Care Week between May 11 and 17 to raise awareness and support those in need of compassionate care.
Palliative Care is about supporting you and your loved ones - physically, emotionally and socially.
Whether you’re a patient, a care giver or simply curious, join Mercy Care for a relaxed chat with refreshments provided.
Throughout the week there will be drop in clinics where you can speak with nurses and care professionals, informal gatherings where you can share stories, ask questions and connect.
All events are no pressure, no appointments, just support and conversation.
In Boorowa Coffee and Connect will be held at Holly’s Cafe 10am to 12pm on May 13
In Harden Co ee and Connect will be held at Harden Country Club 10am to 12pm on May 14
In Young Co ee and Connect will be held at the Young Services Club 10am to 12pm on May 15
To find out more of for more information be sure to get in contact with the Mercy Care Centre Young on 6382 8444.
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Marking 110 years since the Gallipoli landings
Communities across the Cootamundra electorate are preparing to mark 110 years since Australian soldiers landed at ANZAC Cove and express their gratitude to the brave men and women who have served or continue to serve in the Australian Defence Force.
On April 25, Australians will gather at solemn ceremonies to recognise those who lost their lives in the line of service, those who returned from war with physical and mental wounds, and the defence personal who serve today while understanding the realities of con ict.
Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke will be attending services in Wombat, Cowra, and Stockinbingal to commemorate this year’s milestone anniversary.
“We, as Australians, pride ourselves on the values which the ANZAC exhibited on the battle eld those 110 years ago,” Ms Cooke said.
“ANZAC Day is a time for us to re ect on the profound impact our servicemen and women have had on our nation, and honour those who paid the ultimate sacri ce to secure our freedoms.”
Ms Cooke will also deliver a keynote address at the Wombat Dawn Service, and pay tribute to founder and organiser Neil Barry, who sadly passed away in 2024.
“Neil had a profound impact on the communities of Harden Murrumburrah and Wombat during his life, but many would know him best for establishing the Wombat Dawn Service in 2014 and ensuring it continued year a er year,” Ms Cooke said.
“Sadly, he will be missing from this years’ service, but the legacy he started will continue thanks to the dedication of the local community who Neil loved so dearly.
Double demerits in effect this Anzac Day
Police are urging motorists to take extra care these school holidays following an increase in fatalities on the state’s roads.
Deputy Commissioner Paul Pisanos said the number of lives lost on our roads this year has already reached an alarming level, with 39 crashes resulting in 41 people killed in March, the highest in a month since 2019.
“Last year in NSW there were 85 murders; however, four times as many people – 338 – died on our roads: that is a senseless loss of life,” Deputy Commissioner Pisanos said.
“The only way to stop the carnage is for drivers to step-up and stick to the rules, it’s just not worth your life.
“One wrong move behind the wheel and you’re dead.
“With the death last night (Tuesday April 15, 2025) of a man in Muswellbrook, 103 people have now died on NSW roads this year; that’s far too many families le without a son, father, daughter or mother, the road toll rips lives apart,” he said.
According to the Deputy Commissioner of those fatalities, 19 were aged 26 to 35, 18 were aged 76 to 95, followed by
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17 aged between 18 to 25.
Of these, 45 were drivers, 17 passengers, 27 motorcyclists, nine pedestrians and ve cyclists.
Regional roads account for the deadliest roads for fatalities this year, with six people killed on the Hume Highway, six people killed on the Princes Highway, and four on the Paci c Highway.
NSW Police will have a highvisibility presence across the state during Operation Easter 2025 and Operation ANZAC Day 2025 to coincide with a higher number of motorists travelling across the state.
The double demerits period will be in e ect from Thursday 24 April 2025 until Sunday 27 April 2025.
The police operations will occur during the NSW school holidays, where a large number of families will be travelling to and from destinations across the state.
O cers will be targeting risky driver behaviour, including the Four Ds: drink, drug, dangerous and distracted driving, as well as speeding, not wearing seatbelts, and mobile phone use.
more than 51,100 speeding offences detected by police along with 3350 drink driving o ences and more than 5,200 illegal mobile phone o ences.
The high-visibility policing operation is a statewide operation and will involve general duties o cers, assisted by specialist police, including the Public Order and Riot Squad, Operations Support Group, Mounted Unit, PolAir, Licensing Police, Tra c and Highway Patrol Command and Police Transport Command.
Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism Yasmin Catley said police will maintain a zero-tolerance approach to dangerous driving behaviour, just as they do every day of the year.
“We know this is an exciting time – everyone’s eager to get where they’re going and be with family and friends but we want you to get there safely, this means slowing down, driving to the conditions and making smart choices every time you get behind the wheel,” Minister Catley said.
“Don’t make this a holiday to remember for all the wrong reasons.
“No one wants their long week-
end story to end with ashing lights, a court date, or worse: a knock on the door that no family should ever receive.
“If you speed, drive under the in uence, use your phone, or push through fatigue – you’re putting lives at risk. Don’t do it. Slow down, switch o , and stop if you’re tired.
“It’s that simple.”
Tra c and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner David Driver, reminded motorists to drive to the conditions, anticipate delays and respect all other road users.
“Drivers need to take responsibility and know that with the extra police presence on our roads that they will be held to account for their actions,” Assistant Commissioner Driver said.
“Drivers are reminded that if they are travelling with luggage, the additional weight means cars will take longer to stop.
“Therefore, leave plenty of space between other vehicles.
“We need every road user –whether they’re a driver, passenger, motorcyclist, cyclist, or pedestrian – to follow the road rules, not become complacent and to make smart choices.”
Young pre-poll opens on Saturday
The Australian Electoral Commission has announced the opening of Pre-Polling in Young for the upcoming federal election will open this Saturday April 26, 2025.
The Young Town Hall will have early voting available between 9am and 4pm on Saturday April 26, Monday April 28 until Thursday May 1, 2025 between 8.30am and 5.30pm and then 8.30am to 6pm on Friday May 2 and 8am until 6pm on election day, Saturday May 3.
On election day, in person voting will be available at:
Young North Public School
Young Town Hall
Young Public School
Murringo Public School
Wombat Soldiers Memorial Hall
Murrumburrah Public School
Murrumburrah High School
Koorawatha Public School
Boorowa Central School
Binalong Public School
Rye Park Memorial Hall
Jugiong Public School
Bigga Memorial Hall
Crookwell Public School
Polling places will open at 8am and close at 6pm sharp on election day.
All Australian citizens aged 18 years and over must be enrolled and vote.
If you have a mobility restriction or disability, or care for someone who does you can check the accessibility details of polling places at www.aec.gov.au/where.
For voters who are blind
or have low vision, there are voting options that may assist.
Visit www.aec.gov.au/assistance or call 13 23 26.
If you will be interstate on election day, you may vote at a designated interstate voting center or consider early voting option.
If you can’t make it to a polling place on election day, you may be eligible to vote early in person or by post.
Postal voting is available to eligible voters, applications
must be received by the AEC no later than 6pm Wednesday April 30, 2025.
Please call 13 23 26 if you don’t have access to the internet and want to apply for a postal vote.
You may receive a postal vote application from a political party or other organisation.
Third parties are permitted to send these applications to households, but you don’t have to use them.
You can apply directly to the
AEC for a postal vote pack. How you cast your vote is your decision only. Outside a polling place, candidate representatives may o er you ‘how to vote’ cards, suggesting you vote in a particular way. You do not have to accept or follow ‘how to vote’ cards. Be sure to check out the Australian Electoral Commission website for more information as well as plenty of tips that may help in making a decision when voting.
ANZACs remembered across the Hilltops
BOOROWA
The Boorowa Dawn Service will be held at Boorowa War Memorial from 6am, followed by a ‘gun re’ breakfast.
There will also be a march at 10.30am.
Participants are asked to assemble at 10.15am adjacent to the Old Court House grounds.
The march will continue from the corner of Queen and Marsden Street to the Boorowa War Memorial, where a memorial service wil be held at 11am.
RUGBY
The Rugby Dawn Service will be held at the Rugby Memorial Hall from 6.30am, followed by breakfast.
HARDEN-MURRUMBURRAH
The Harden-Murrumburrah Dawn Service will be held at Newson Park, Harden from 6am.
There will also be a march at 10.45am.
Participants are asked to meet at 10.30am at the Harden Mechanics Institute.
The march will continue to Newson Park, where a memorial service will then be conducted at 11am.
In the case of inclement weather, the services will be held at the Harden Mechanics Institute.
Murrumburrah’s service at the Light Horse Memorial will commence at 12.15pm with the Australian Light Horse - Murrumburrah Light Horse Troop in attendance.
GALONG
The Galong Dawn service will be held at 6am in front of the Galong Memorial Hall, followed by breakfast in the hall.
JUGIONG
Jugiong’s march will start at 3.30pm from the Jugiong Police Station with participants asked to assemble at 3.15pm.
The march will conclude at the Memorial Park on Riverside Drive,
where a memorial service will be conducted.
WOMBAT
The Wombat Dawn Service will commence at 6am at the corner of Rose and Young Streets, followed by presentations of prayers and hymns, the laying of wreaths and the sounding of the bugle.
The Australian Light Horse Troop, bagpiper and cadets will be in attendance.
BENDICK MURRELL
A wreath laying ceremony will be held at the Bendick Murrell Memorial Hall from 9am.
BRIBBAREE
The Bribbaree service will be held at the Cenotaph in ANZAC Park, including wreath-laying, at 4pm.
CROWTHER
A wreath-laying ceremony will be held at the Crowther Memorial Gates at 10.15am.
KOORAWATHA
The Koorawatha Dawn Service
will be held from 6am at the War Memorial gates.
Participants are asked to assemble at 5.45am on Boorowa Street, adjacent to the War Memorial gates.
There will also be a march and memorial service at 10.45am.
Participants are asked to assemble on Boorowa Street adjacent to Koorawatha Regional Rooms, then march east from old store western end of Boorowa Street to the Memorial Rooms for the service.
All descendants wearing medals are welcome to join the march.
WIRRIMAH
The Wirrimah service will be held at the Wirrimah Memorial Park at 8.15am.
MONTEAGLE
A wreath-laying ceremony will be held at the Monteagle Community Hall from 2pm with a service to follow.
MURRINGO
The Murringo service will be
held at the Murringo Memorial Hall from 8.30am.
Participants are asked to assemble at Murringo Public School for the march south to the Murringo Memorial Hall at 8.15am.
YOUNG
The Young Dawn Service will be held adjacent to the Young Town Hall Memorial Tower at 5.45am in Boorowa Street.
Following the Dawn Service, cemetery services will be held at the old gate of the Young Cemetery, followed by the Young Lawn Cemetery. There will also be a march and memorial service at 10.45am. Participants in the march are asked to assemble at 10.15am on Boorowa Street, adjacent to the Young Town Hall Memorial Tower. The march will commence east along Boorowa Street, then north along Lynch Street, west along Lovell Street to Anderson Park Memorial for the 11am memorial service.
AMA responds to Pathology Position Statement
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has said continued underfunding of pathology services is placing additional pressures on a critical part of Australia’s healthcare system.
The AMA’s updated Pathology Position Statement says pathology services in Australia must remain highquality, accessible, and affordable.
AMA President Dr Danielle McMullen said pathology services are critical to modern healthcare in Australia and have experienced dec-
ades of Medicare freezes.
“Pathology is essential in modern healthcare, providing crucial information for screening, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring all of which practitioners rely on to ensure their patients get appropriate care,” she said.
“Despite its importance, Medicare rebates for pathology testing remained stagnant for more than two decades.
“The partial indexation introduced in 2024 was welcome but we need to see indexation restored for all pathology services.
“This ongoing underfunding threatens the accessibility, a ordability and safety of these essential services.”
Dr McMullen emphasised it was critically important that whoever forms the next government commits to another round of consultation on the planned changes to MBS rebates for vitamin B12 testing and urine examination.
“These tests are fundamental to diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of conditions and we remained concerned that proposed changes do not align with appropriate clini-
cal practice,” she said.
“Any changes to rebates must be carefully considered with proper consultation from medical practitioners to ensure patient care isn’t compromised.”
According to the AMA the position statement emphasised that a properly funded pathology sector is essential for the entire healthcare system to function e ectively and noted that investment in high-quality pathology services saves taxpayers from downstream costs in acute and chronic care while im-
proving patient outcomes.
“Government policies and funding arrangements must recognise the true value of pathology services,” Dr McMullen said.
“Current funding remains inadequate, placing additional pressures on the industry and increasing the likelihood patients will bear out-of-pocket costs.”
The updated position statement also focused on the importance of supporting a high-quality pathologist workforce, the integration of genomic testing into
healthcare, and maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.
“Pathology services underpin personalised medicine, allowing treatment and management of disease to be tailored to the individual,” Dr McMullen said.
“For example, antibiotic sensitivity testing for bacterial infections and genomic testing for cancer and autoimmune diseases prevents unnecessary treatments and allows targeting of expensive therapies to the patients most likely to bene t.”
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PUBLIC NOTICES
ANZAC Day 2025 Waste Services
The below waste operations will be in place for ANZAC Day, Friday 25 April 2025.
Kerbside collection in Young, Boorowa, and Harden will go ahead as usually scheduled.
Victoria Street Waste Management Facility will be open from 1pm to 3pm.
The following sites will be closed:
• Redhill Waste Facility
• Boorowa Waste Transfer Station
• Murrumburrah Waste Transfer Station
• Jugiong Waste Transfer Station
• Galong Waste Transfer Station
• Reids Flat Waste Facility
• Koorawatha Waste Facility
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - HILLTOPS COUNCIL BIOSECURITY (WEEDS) ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Hilltops Council would like to invite members of the community to nominate for the Hilltops Council Biosecurity (Weeds) Advisory Committee (‘the Committee’), joining relevant stakeholders and Government representatives.
The primary objective of the Committee is to aid and discuss the management of biosecurity matters relating to weeds in the Local Government Area (LGA) of Hilltops Council and to promote biosecurity as a shared responsibility between government, industry and the community.
The purpose of the Committee is to provide a local forum to inform and advise on
the development and implementation of strategies by Hilltops Council to manage the impacts of weeds in collaboration with Land Management Agencies, Community Groups and Landholders; provide strategic advice to guide and support Councils weeds functions in relation to the Local Government Act 1993 and the NSW Biosecurity Act 2015; inform regional planning and management of local and/or regional priority weeds; provide the forum by which information and strategies are actively shared between Council and the Community through the Committee’s membership; actively encourage communication and education of Council and stakeholders in the activities of Hilltops Council in weed identification, management, education and enforcement and present a common approach to the State Government in applications for grant funding for invasive weed control in Hilltops Council.
SUBMISSIONS
For more details, and to submit an Expression of Interest, please download the information pack and prescribed Expression of Interest form available on Council’s website at https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/council/ have-your-say/ and attach a supporting letter outlining your reasons for wishing to join the Committee and your expertise and experience.
Send via email to mail@hilltops.nsw.gov. au or BY LETTER TO: The General Manager, Locked Bag 5, Young NSW 2586 no later than 9:00am, Tuesday 29 April 2025.
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - HILLTOPS ABORIGINAL LIASION COMMITTEE
PESTICIDE & HERBICIDE USE NOTIFICATION
UNTIL WEEK ENDING THURSDAY 01/05/2025
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, ParaTrooper, 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 2024/2025 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.
PLANNED COUNCIL WORKS
NOTIFICATION UNTIL WEEK ENDING THURSDAY 24/04 TO 01/05/2025
is available on Council’s website at https://www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/ council/ council-works-and-road-closures/
Hilltops Council would like to invite members of the community to nominate for the Hilltops Aboriginal Liasion Committee (‘the Committee’), an advisory committee to Council.
We are seeking the voices of Hilltops community members, Custodians, Elders and young people; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in the area; sta of local Aboriginal Community organisations; individuals who have worked in the sector for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander advocacy; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educators and First Nations peoples that work within the Hilltops local government area.
The purpose of the Committee is to support and advise Council in making decisions in a culturally appropriate, respectful and informed manner in relation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters; act as an open and consultative regulatory body for Council on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander matters; ensure partnerships with Aboriginal organisations and community members are maintained and assist in achieving Council’s Delivery Program outcomes and promote participation by the Aboriginal Liaison Committee in accordance with Council’s Community Engagement Strategy.
SUBMISSIONS
For more details, and to submit an Expression of Interest, please complete the prescribed Expression of Interest form available on Council’s website at https://www.hilltops. nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/ and attach a supporting letter outlining how your membership would be of benefit to the Hilltops Aboriginal Liaison Committee.
Send via email to mail@hilltops.nsw.gov. au or BY LETTER TO: The General Manager, Locked Bag 5, Young NSW 2586 no later than 5:00pm, Sunday 11 May 2025.
SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – BANGO WIND FARM COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND COMMITTEE
Hilltops Council would like to invite members from the Boorowa community to nominate for the Bango Wind Farm Community Enhancement Fund Committee, along with Squadron Energy and Hilltops Council representatives.
The fund is designed to share the financial benefits of the wind farm with not-for-profit groups, associations and clubs that make a positive di erence in the local community. The Bango Community Enhancement Fund Committee will be appointed to assess all applications and to help determine how best to allocate funds for communities around the wind farm.
SUBMISSIONS
For more details, and to submit an Expression of Interest, please complete the prescribed Expression of Interest form available on Council’s website at https://www.hilltops. nsw.gov.au/council/have-your-say/ and attach a supporting letter demonstrating your understanding of the region’s demographics, and socio-economic challenges.
Send via email to mail@hilltops.nsw.gov.au or BY LETTER TO: The General Manager, Locked Bag 5, Young NSW 2586 no later than 5:00pm, Friday 16 May 2025.
Submissions Close: Prior to close of business 30 April 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.
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.
Barbara Baikie running as an Independent
As a woman born and bred near Wagga who has spent most of her working life helping others, Barbara Baikie knows the importance of listening and speaking up.
Since embarking on her campaign as an Independent candidate for Riverina in January, she has travelled more than 7500 kms around the electorate, visiting 35 towns and villages and meeting with hundreds of people, including many small business owners.
She visited Young on 13 and 14 January and very much enjoyed meeting people there.
Her goal was to listen to the concerns of regional and rural residents and nd out what she could do to
improve services in the electorate if elected.
Many people have commented that she was the rst candidate to visit and ask what they needed and wanted.
What Barbara has learnt is that there are pressing needs for improvements in health services including GPs, specialist women’s and mental health care, and even access to pharmacies.
Internet blackspots are another major concern.
They can o en be a matter of life and death when road or farm accidents occur.
Blackspots also disadvantage women working from home and
children trying to study.
Domestic violence services are also lacking and there is o en silence about these issues.
Housing shortages are severe in many parts of the electorate and cost of living increases have made it difcult for families and young people to thrive.
Access to education from early childhood on is another equity issue.
Young people need job pathways through appropriate education in their towns and centres.
Barbara believes true consultation is essential as part of the investment in renewable energy and streamlined transport systems.
She has worked in the juvenile justice system and been a lifelong volunteer and advocate for those in need.
She has actively championed equity and fairness for all people through involvement in and membership of numerous community organisations and peak bodies.
If elected, she undertakes to continue her engaged listening with the residents of Riverina and to take their concerns to Federal Parliament, moving not only to highlight issues but to work for real solutions towards equity, access and a genuine improvement in all aspects of life in the region.
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Mark Burge: Family First Mark Jeffreson: Labor
People of the Riverina, Family First and I will put Australians rst.
We will:
Hold a Royal Commission into federal and state governments’ response to the Covid 19 pandemic and abolish the failed Human Rights Commission.
Exit the Paris climate accords and abandon Net Zero targets.
Use gas to rm electricity supply, lowering retail power prices and driving industry and jobs. Unlock gas reserves. Keep coal- red power stations open until there are viable and a ordable alternatives that provide baseload electricity. Pursue nuclear energy.
Focus on scal responsibility by tackling government debt. This will mean reducing the size of government and de-funding unnecessary programs.
Encourage civil society’s “little platoons” so government does only what the community is unable to do. Decisions should be made at the lowest level capable of effectively addressing an issue, empowering individuals and local communities while preventing undue interference from higher authorities.
ers or social workers to hide from parents their child’s decision to change gender.
Abolish anti-vili cation and anti-discrimination law provisions which restrict freedom of speech and religion. Legislate to protect the right of churches, schools and charities to have the freedom to hire sta in accordance with their religious ethos.
Protect girls’ and women’s sport and ensure their private spaces are free from the intrusion of biological males.
for a man to coerce a woman to kill her unborn baby.
Support women practically so no woman is faced with no other choice but to take the life of her unborn baby.
Advocate through public education for the public to fall in love again with unborn babies so that abortion becomes unthinkable.
Repeal euthanasia laws and properly resource palliative care.
Centre the curriculum around the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic, and restore the primacy of Western Civilisation and the Australian achievement.
Slow immigration to that supported by housing supply and infrastructure.
Recognise that multiculturalism has failed and that Australians, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, must rally around the shared JudeoChristian values which made the nation attractive to the myriad of people of many races who now call it home.
Support the US alliance which guarantees Australia’s national security.
I’ve lived in regional Australia my entire life and given the choice, I wouldn’t live anywhere else.
My wife and I have married, raised a family, paid o a mortgage, and contributed to our community.
We’ve worked hard, paid our taxes, and done our best to be good citizens. Now, I’m running for o ce in the Riverina because I believe in building Australia’s future not cutting it down.
This election, I’m standing on a platform of cost-ofliving relief, rising wages, and keeping in ation under control.
When we keep in ation low, we ease pressure on interest rates. That makes it easier for families to take control of their nances and lead stable, ful lling lives.
When Labor came to government, we inherited an economy with rising interest rates, high in ation, stagnant wages, and a care sector in crisis.
We’ve secured $25 million to upgrade the Barton Highway and funded further infrastructure improvements across the electorate.
Encourage small and family business by reducing red and green tape.
Eliminate critical race theory and gender queer theory in all aspects of the curriculum.
Ban the use of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and “gender a rmation” surgery on minors.
Restore parents’ rights by making it an o ence for teach-
Explore Hungarian-style tax-breaks for mothers of three or more children and allow mums and dads to split their income for tax purposes.
Gather the homeless from the streets each night into a communal shelter where they are connected to services committed to settling them in long term secure housing.
Ensure a generous safety net for the poor, always with a view for li ing people from poverty. Make it a criminal o ence
Increase defence spending to at least 3 percent of GDP, creating a lean, focused force without ideological distractions.
Support lawful and responsible shooting and hunting activities. Maintain the current National Firearms Agreement (NFA).
Firmly support all law enforcement activities that decrease the prevalence and impact of illicit rearm access and trade.
- MARK BURGE, FAMILY FIRST
A er four responsible budgets, Labor has delivered real progress: interest rates are falling, in ation is back within the 2–3 percent target band, wages are growing, taxes are lower, and aged care and the NDIS are being restored.
Labor is delivering for regional Australia.
We’ve established Regional University Study Hubs in Tumut and Cowra so more local students can study from home, stay connected to their community, and nd work close by.
Cost-of-living relief is at the centre of everything we do and infrastructure comes a close second.
Anyone who’s driven through the area knows the NBN remains patchy.
Labor is committed to nishing the job the Coalition abandoned in 2013. A re-elected Albanese Government will complete the broadband rollout that began under Labor in 2007.
We are a government that stands with the community.
Stronger communities lead to a stronger society and a stronger economy.
In the Riverina, Labor has delivered nearly 40,000 extra bulk-billed medical visits and made prescription medicines more a ordable.
I’ve also secured federal funding towards the rst
steps to securing a bypass Inland Rail reducing tra c delays for those heading to Wagga Hospital.
I’m also ghting to keep Rex Airlines ying. It’s a vital piece of regional infrastructure and grounding it would come at a serious cost to families and businesses.
Labor believes every student deserves a quality education, no matter where they live or which school they attend.
That’s why we’re investing $4.8 billion into New South Wales schools over the next decade with much of that owing to the Riverina. This election presents a clear choice.
A Labor Government that invests in people, services, and opportunities for all Australians or a LiberalNational Coalition intent on cutting the very services our communities rely on.
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MARK JEFFRESON , LABOR
Private Joyce Downes, a life of service
The Young Historical Museum displays a photograph and uniform of Private Joyce Downes, who served in the Australian Women’s Army Service (AWAS) during World War II from 13th April 1943 to 12th April 1946.
The AWAS was formed on 13th August 1941 as Sir Percy Spender, Australia’s Minister for the Army, considered that women were an under utilised resource in Australia’s war e ort.
There were 24,026 women enlisted in the AWAS during the war and these women were the rst to serve in the Australian defence forces outside of the medical/ nursing eld.
Joyce was born in Bathurst, on 12th June 1916, to Sidney John Downes and his wife Bessie Emeline, nee McKay.
A er graduating from Bathurst High School with her Intermediate Certi cate in 1932, she worked at the Bathurst Telephone Exchange.
Joyce enlisted in the AWAS at Paddington in 1943.
At rst, she served as a Signaller at Bonegilla and Ivanhoe.
In March 1944, Joyce was moved to the Adelaide River and then to Darwin, where she worked as a Clerk three Telephonist and Signalwoman.
Joyce was one of 300 AWAS members who served in the Northern Territory between 1942 and 1946.
At the end of May 1945, Joyce was moved to Victoria, where she had further signalling training and took a keyboard operator course.
Her report stated she was ‘Keen. Works well. Should make e cient keyboard op. with further practice’.
A er her discharge from the AWAS in 1946, Joyce returned to Bathurst and worked at the local Post Ofce.
She was relieving at the Post O ce in Young by August 1950.
In March 1951, Joyce married Charles William Alan Walter, known as Alan, at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Young.
Tragically, Alan died in 1955 and Joyce was le to bring up their two infant children on her own.
Joyce worked at the Young Telephone Exchange and took up a secretarial position at Young High School’s o ce in 1964.
The South West News Pictorial described her as ‘a very talented person’ who was a member of Quota International, a service organisation that provided for the basic needs of women, children, the deaf, and hard of hearing.
She ‘eagerly took part in its social work’.
Joyce ‘was also an active member of the Presbyterian Women’s Association, and the Ex-Servicewomen’s Association’.
She was also one of the founders of the Ex-Servicewomen’s Association in Young.
At the time of her untimely death, Joyce was the Association’s treasurer.
While she had been ill for a week with bronchitis, her
doctor told her on Saturday morning that she would be able to return to work on Monday. Joyce Walter died of a heart
1st November 1969.
DVNSW says services at breaking point
Domestic Violence NSW has said services across the state are at breaking point with soaring demand and lengthy wait times following the release of new data.
New data released by DVNSW revealed an ‘alarming’ 96 percent of specialist Domestic and family violence services reporting a spike in demand, however funding has not increased and claimed the services are ‘collapsing under the weight of need.’
According to the data 94 percent of NSW specialist domestic violence services saw an increase in demand between May and March 2024 to 2025 compared to the previous year with a two month average wait for critical support and an average of 33 people per waitlist.
DVNSW said across metro and regional NSW specialist domestic and family violence serves report waitlists stretching for weeks to months with some services having no choice but to close their books while trying to meet demand.
“These services are the frontline responders to the domestic violence crisis,” DVNSW CEO Delia Donovan said.
“It’s like sending a paramedic to a major emergency with just one ambulance - forces to make impossible choices about who gets help and who is le without life saving support.”
Ms Donovan believes without an increase to funding the reality for victim/survivors and the sector as a whole would be dire.
“We need proper resourcing for victim/ survivors and the frontline services - investment that ensures every person at risk, has somewhere safe to turn,” Ms Donovan said.
DVNSW said the data highlighted the systemic issues can’t be xed through temporary injections of money and program expansions alone.
“A meaningful and long term investment in baseline funding is needed in the upcoming NSW Budget if the government is serious
about working to end domestic and family violence,” Ms Donovan said.
“For years now, a baseline funding increase has been our top priority budget ask.
“More than ever, i’s needed to keep frontline services running and ensure women and children escaping violence have somewhere to turn.”
DVNSW has stated ending domestic and family violence requires real investment because failing to act is costing lives.
Domestic violence facts:
- In 2024,79 women were killed by violence – the highest count in nine years (Counting Dead Women Australia 2024).
- NSW recorded 25 deaths – the highest number of gender-based murders in the country.
- NSW has recorded the highest murder toll nine times in the past eleven years.
- In NSW over 2023-24, compared to the year prior, there has been a:
- 6.5 percent rise in domestic and family violence-related assaults
- 7.6 percent increase in intimidation, stalking and harassment
- 6.9 percent more apprehended domestic violence orders (ADVOs)
- 9 percent more breaches of ADVOs (BOCSAR 2024).
- 1 in 4 women (27 percent) has experienced violence, emotional abuse, or economic abuse by a cohabitating partner since the age of 15 (ABS 2023).
- Women are more likely to experience violence from someone they know than by a stranger (35 percent vs 11%) (ABS 2023).
- Men are more commonly the perpetrators of physical violence, sexual harassment, and sexual violence (ABS 2023).
- NSW police attend a domestic and family violence call approximately every 2 minutes (Department of Communities and Justice, 2020).
attack that Saturday evening,
Karen Schamberger - Young Historical Society
Locals pick up top awards at Sydney Royal
There have been some fantastic results coming out of the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show with locals picking up top prizes in a number of events. In the cattle section Matilda Penfold from Quandialla took out third place in the fourth heat of the NSW Paraders Competition 13 and under 19 years, Tayla and Michelle Gallo from Kingsvale came rst in Other Recognised Breeds female, over 14 and not over 20 months with Mijota Park Utopia, second in female, over 20 and not over 30 months with Berry Happy Tabitha and second in female, over 30 months with Carragheen Tatiana.
In the district exhibits sec-
tion Southern, which includes the Hilltops, was named as the winner in the 2025 District Exhibits Overall Winners, third in the 2025 District Exhibits Display, winner of the District Exhibits Sydney Markets People’s Choice, winner of the Perpetual Shield for the winner of the District Exhibit Competition, Hardie Pastoral from Wallendbeen took out the T and D Scott Memorial Perpetual Trophy for Champion Hard Wheat, Roger Went won the Iris Rheinberger Perpetual Trophy for the Heaviest Pumpkin from the Southern District weighing in at 103.5kg while Barry McInerney took out the Heaviest Melon weighing in at 40.2kg.
J and J Alcock won Champion Merino Fleece. Garry Schiller from Tubbal won Champion Barley and Rodney Kershaw from Greenethorpe took out Champion Pulse with his Barlock Lupin.
In the poultry section K and G Poultry from Frogmore took out Best Silkie in Show while Grand Champion Egg Exhibit was won by Dr Anthony De Silva from Boorowa.
In the sheep section Merryville had a fantastic showing taking out Supreme Merino Ewe and Supreme Junior Merino.
A huge well done goes out to all locals who participated in the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show.
Can’t make it on Election Day?
Good news from The Hume Police District
On Easter Saturday, the Goulburn Rescue Squad were activated to rescue a 13-year-old dog named Kenny who had become lost in a wombat hole.
Despite the tireless e orts of the rescue operators, Kenny evaded rescue that day.
The squad returned on Easter Sunday, and a er another extensive digging e ort, they successfully located Kenny, who was safe but a bit dehydrated and tired.
It seems Kenny had quite the “egg-venture” this Easter, hopping into a hole and back out again!
THE HUME POLICE DISTRICT
2025 Anzac Day waste services
The below waste operations will be in place for ANZAC Day, Friday 25 April 2025. Kerbside collection in Young, Boorowa, and Harden will go ahead as usually scheduled.
Victoria Street Waste Management Facility will be open from 1pm to 3pm.
The following sites will be closed:
Redhill Waste Facility
Boorowa Waste Transfer Station
Murrumburrah Waste Transfer Station
Jugiong Waste Transfer Station
Galong Waste Transfer Station
Reids Flat Waste Facility
Koorawatha Waste Facility
If you can’t vote on Saturday 3 May, you may be eligible to vote early.
All Australian citizens aged 18 years and over are required by law to vote.
So, if you can’t make it to a polling place on election day, you may be eligible to: · vote early at an early voting centre, or · apply for a postal vote.
If you’re travelling, working or will be outside the electorate where you’re enrolled on election day, you can vote early.
To check early voting options and eligibility, visit aec.gov.au/early Your vote will help shape Australia.
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Christine Onley: Libertarian Pheonix Valxori: The Greens
My name is Christine Onley and I am the Libertarian Candidate for the Riverina area where I live and work.
I am extremely supportive of our regions varied electorates, farming, agriculture, small businesses, townships and its people and am committed to helping our region survive and thrive.
I believe we should have less government interference, regulations and red tape in our farming, small businesses and personal lives.
Reducing the costs of living by removing net zero targets and protecting our farmlands and natural environment by ceasing the wind and solar farm madness which has contributed to higher energy costs and increased prices for groceries and other daily necessities.
As a party we will be removing the fuel excise permanently putting more money back into our pockets.
Public lands should be accessible for sensible use by everyone.
Our Defence Force should be strong and nationally supported for our peace and independence with strong allies and removal from global entities.
Immigration numbers should be greatly reduced. It is essential to safeguard women’s spaces, sports, religious freedom, increased health services for us all and
initiate a Royal Commission into the Covid-19 response.
I am driven by the belief that governments work for us and should place the Australian people rst by listening, advocating and protecting our way of life, values
Pheonix Valxori is the Greens candidate for the federal election on 3 May who grew up in Wagga Wagga, went to Mount Austin High School, and is currently studying at the Charles Sturt University Wagga Wagga campus.
Pheonix is a young twenty-year-old, queer, disabled person who has been actively campaigning through the Riverina electorate since his nomination as the Greens candidate in February this year.
Pheonix believes that everyone should be able to afford the basics of life – good health, an education, and roof over their head.
While people are working harder than ever and su ering under a cost of living crisis, one in three big corporations pay no tax.
We need to bring down the cost of living by making it illegal for big corporations such as Coles and Woolworth to charge excessive prices.
Under the Greens, dental and mental health costs will be brought into Medicare.
In addition, treatment will be available from a doctor, dentist, nurse or psychologist at one of a thousand new free healthcare clinics.
wealthy investors.
and freedom of speech and ensuring the Riverina is never forgotten in government plans, funding and initiatives.
Authorised by Christine Onley for the Libertarian Party, 2 Lyn Parade, Prestons NSW 2170.
If elected, Pheonix will work to freeze and cap rents, build a ordable homes, and stop unlimited mortgage hikes.
This will be paid for by phasing out negative gearing and other tax breaks for
The Greens will support climate action by stopping new fuel and gas projects and working to lower carbon emissions.
We need environment protections which provide a planet our children can live on.
Public transport needs to be improved across the Riverina by having more coaches and trains.
Funding needs to be increased for regional hubs and shelters such as the
Hub in Young and the
bourhood Centre Pheonix is adamant that if you want change you need to vote for it.
So Vote 1:
and the Greens in the Senate on 3 May. CONTRIBUTED
YOUNG & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP
Hello again, this is Marty from Young and District Family History Group Inc with another research story. This story is one suitable for Anzac Day and is from research done by members of the Young & District Family History Group Inc. and articles found in the Young Witness from 1915.
On Friday 20 August 1915 a post appeared in the Young Witness about Private A.J. McCabe who had received a gunshot wound in the leg and was then admitted to the Australian General Hospital at Ghezireh, Egypt. He had enlisted from Young with the 2nd Reinforcements and was the adopted son of Mrs. F McCabe, of Currawong Street. This article was followed on 17 December that year with a follow up story on his arrival home to Young. The following is taken from that article.
Lone Pine Hero
Private Arthur J McCabe, of D Coy, 13th Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade, A.I.F., participated in the fighting at Lonesome Pine in August, where he was shot in the leg and later invalided home. He enlisted on September 6th, 1915, and left Sydney on December 22nd. He took part in the landing at Gaba Tepeh on April 25th. Despite his injury, he is in excellent health, although his left leg remains stiff.
Memorable Landing
Private McCabe described the landing on April 25th as an exciting time with shrapnel and bullets flying in all directions. Many soldiers were killed, and McCabe narrowly escaped when his boat was struck by a shell. They charged across Pluggie’s Plateau and faced heavy casualties from a Turkish machine gun. The next morning, McCabe and 14 others assisted Colonel Quinn
in defending Quinn’s Post. The trenches were close to the Turks, leading to heavy casualties. The Turks mined the trenches, causing explosions and further losses. The 13th Battalion held the trenches for about eight weeks before being relieved.
On August 6th, McCabe was shot by a machine gun bullet during the Lonesome Pine charge. He managed to reach a dressing station despite intense pain and was later taken to the Ghezireh hospital in Cairo. He received excellent care from the Sisters there.
Hospital Experience
In the Hospital, he found himself alongside a mate from YoungGunner Harold Morrison, who was being treated for scalds. He said he felt quite at home. Harold introduced him to Sister Tait who was formerly
the Matron at the Burrangong District Hospital at Young. She was not nursing the men, but often came, had a chat, and asked about friends at Young. Arthur McCabe thought she was a bonny sister and was a general favourite amongst all the patients. McCabe was later transferred to Mena House Hospital and eventually sent home on the Karoola, arriving in Sydney on December 4th, 1915. He had local company on the returning boat with Signaller Northwood and Arthur Penrose.
Post-War Life
Arthur McCabe married Ina Muriel Leighton in 1922 and died on March 29, 1956.
Harold William Morrison recovered from typhoid, fought in France, and returned to Australia in 1917.
Henry Ottiwell Northwood recovered from his wounds, returned to active service, and married Ella Catherine Hill Carter in 1922.
Albert Elliott Penrose married Minnie Winifred Bushell in 1934 and died in 1964.
Winifred Mary Tait was born on May 11, 1876, and served as the matron of several hospitals before enlisting for nursing service in 1914. She served as Temporary Matron of the 2nd Australian General Hospital in Egypt and returned to Australia in 1918
The Young and District Family History Research room at Young Community Arts Centre, 2 Campbell Street, Young is open Wednesday 10am-2.30pm and Saturday 10am-1pm. We are available to help you with your research, so why not come and see us.
Marty Barclay
Hilltops Community
Cowra Neigh-
Pheonix Valxori
Coalition commits to Hilltops
Member for Riverina Michael McCormack has announced that if elected the coalition will commit to over $2 million in road funding and over $1.7 million for community infrastructure.
According to Mr McCormack the Coalition has committed to $2,104,387 for roads and $1,770,968 for community infrastructure to Hilltops Council if they are re-elected in the upcoming election this May.
Mr McCormack said the more than $27 million for the Riverina electorate will be in the renewal of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program with $1 billion if they are put back into power.
“This funding will be split through two dedicated funding streams, each worth $500 million,” Mr McCormack said.
“These are Resilience and Community Infrastructure Stream - open to all councils, this stream will help strengthen communities against natural disasters and fund essential infrastructure to support local growth and Roads Stream - targeted to regional councils to x potholes, maintain and improve local roads.”
Mr McCormack said the Coalition is committed to the funding in the upcoming nancial year.
“Funding will be delivered in one round, for 2025-26, upon the election of a Coalition Government,” Mr McCormack said.
“I have reached out to every Mayor in the redistributed Riverina electorate to inform them of the announcement.
“Judging by the response I’ve heard so far, I can con dently say Councils are excited to see this funding come through.”
Mr McCormack said he hopes to renew the program that he says he was a part of developing.
“I am very proud that the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program was rst established whilst I was the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development,” he said.
“The program delivered vital upgrades across our country but was inexplicably axed as part of Labor’s most recent Budget.”
Mr McCormack said he and his cohorts have been taking on the feedback they have received from locals within their electorates.
“The Coalition and I have been listening to the concerns of ordinary, hard working Australians,” he said.
“We hear the concerns about the state of regional roads, we hear the concerns about the lack of investment into the regions by Labor, we know regional Australia deserves
the same level of investment as the big cities.”
Mr McCormack said he doesn’t believe that Labor will ever ght for regional Australia because ‘they believe they can maintain Government by pandering to inner-city Greens voters.’
Other local shires have had commitments made as well with Cootamundra-Gundagai promised $1,171,100 for roads and $985,552 for community infrastructure, Weddin Shire Council has been promised $745,948 for roads and $635,335 for community infrastructure, Cowra Shire Council has been promised $1,087,803 for roads and $915,452 for community infrastructure.
The largest amounts promised in the Riverina electorate were Wagga Wagga City Council with $2,436,782 for roads and $2,050,700 for community infrastructure totaling $4,487,482 and the $3,875,355 total for Hilltops Council.
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Be sure to check the source
The Australian Electoral Commission is encouraging locals to stop and consider and ‘check the source’ ahead of the upcoming federal election on Saturday May 3, 2025.
Acting electoral commissioner for the AEC Jeff Pope has encouraged voters to stick to recognisable and reliable sources while accessing information on the election.
“The robust exchange of ideas is a part of election campaiging and I encourage you to carefully consider all information you recieve, but particularly wellestablished electoral process,” Mr Pope said.
“Ask yourself if it’s from a recognisable and reliable source.
“If the answer is no, my suggestion is to be cautious.”
Mr Pope’s urging comes as campaigning for the federal election ramps up now that candidates have been confirmed.
“During the election period a large amount of information is distributed that is designed to influence your vote,” he said.
“However, some information
may be deliberately false or misleading.
“It’s important you carefully consider what you see, hear or read about the federal election.”
The AEC is encouraging voters to take the time to consider:
WHERE did the information come from? Is it from a trustworthy media outlet or an official social media account?
WHEN was it published? Old information that is no longer accurate can be shared to make it appear like new information.
CHECK if you’re not sure. Artificial intelligence technology makes it easier to create false information about the voting process.
“If you see something about the federal election process that you’re unsure of, ask the AEC,” Mr Pope said.
“This is particularly important with information you may see on social media and online.”
Voters are able to visit www. aec.gov.au/stopandconsider for more information and to watch a short video that includes useful tips.
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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Songs Of Praise. 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Australia. 2.30 Monty Don’s Paradise Garden. 3.30 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. 4.15 The Telegram Man. 4.30 Restoration Australia. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Vera. Final. 9.05 Vera, Farewell Pet. 9.50 MOVIE: My Brother Jack – Part 1. (2001) Matt Day. 11.25 Late Programs. 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.20 Odd Squad. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 MOVIE: Thomas And Friends: The Mystery Of Lookout Mountain. (2022) 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Moominvalley. 8.00 Horrible Histories. 8.30 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.10 Abbott Elementary. 9.55 Speechless. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.40 Doctor Who. 3.25 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.05 Would I Lie To You? 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 Heartbreak High. 7.00 Spicks And Specks. Final. 7.30 QI. 8.00 Lucy Worsley Investigates. 9.00 Louis Theroux: Twilight Of The Porn Stars. 10.05 Offsiders. 10.35 The Weekly. 11.05 ER. 11.50 Late Programs.
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Someone will try to pull the wool over your eyes. Trust your inborn sense of what’s right and what’s wrong to help you avoid getting fleeced.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Love dominates the Taurean landscape this week, but someone from the past doesn’t feel so kindly to the divine Bovine. Resist an attempt to goad you into a fight.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A perplexing on-the-job situation that you thought was resolved reopens with a new twist. But this time, you’ll have more people willing to help you deal with it.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A major move could be good for your career, but you worry that it might cause problems for your loved ones. Before making a decision, talk things over with them.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Jamie’s Air-Fryer Meals. 1.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. 1.30 Cook With Luke. 2.00 The Dog Down Under. 2.30 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. 3.30 Expedition: Raja Ampat And Spice Islands. 4.00 All 4 Adventure. 5.00 10 News First. 6.00 The Sunday Project. 7.00 MOVIE: Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning. (2023) 10.30 FBI. 11.30 Late
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 Holey Moley Australia. 11.00 Dream Home. 12.40 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. 2.00 The Goldbergs. 2.30 Home And Away. 4.30 Baking It. 5.30 Dr Harry’s Animal Encounters. 6.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: S.V.U. 10.30 Bones. 11.30 Late Programs.
4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Great Rail Restorations. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.00 Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Fishy Business. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 The Mightiest. 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security: Int. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Identity. (2002) 11.00 MOVIE: The Pope’s Exorcist. (2023) 1.15 Late Programs. 6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 A Current Affair. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. 1.00 Fish Forever. 1.30 Drive TV: Drive Car Of The Year. 2.00 Oz Off Road TV. 3.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 8. Wests Tigers v Cronulla Sharks. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 Travel Guides. 8.10 60 Minutes. 9.10 To Be Advised. 10.10 See No Evil. 11.10 The First 48. 12.00 Oz Off Road TV. 12.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. 12.00 My Favorite Martian. 12.30 Getaway. 1.00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 2.20 MOVIE: Danger Within. (1959) 4.25 MOVIE: The Wonderful Country. (1959) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Battle Of Britain. (1969) 11.15 The Closer. 12.15 Late Programs.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Kitty’s glitter dazzles the right people who react to your charm. But they’ll want more proof that you can do the job they’re offering.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Continue to assess both sides of a workplace situation before deciding which to support. An old friend brings potentially life-changing news. Listen well.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your natural inclination for fairness might conflict with the special needs of a friend. Weigh both issues carefully and make your decision in your usual honest way.
SCORPIO
ACROSS
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CROSSWORD
1 Which horse won the 2009 Caulfield Cup (6)
8 Which horse won the 1945 Melbourne Cup (8)
9 Name an inflammatory disease of the skin (6)
10 Which geometrical plane curve is formed by an intersection (8)
11 Name a blood-sucking African fly (6)
12 What was the Kon-Tiki (4)
13 Which term indicates 12 dozen (5)
16 What are some British noblemen called (5)
19 To expel from a place, is to do what (4)
21 Name the natives of Baghdad (6)
22 Which persons avoid traditional conventions of behaviour (8)
23 What are farewells called (6)
24 Who discovered X-rays in 1895, William ... (8)
25 How many players are there in a cricket team (6) DOWN
2 Which tooth is adapted for cutting (7)
3 What are circular bands of flowers left at graves (7)
5 Which musical direction suggests moderately slowly and evenly (7)
6 Which mental disorder is marked by alternating periods of excitation and depression (7)
7 Name the US film director known especially for the Pink Panther films, Blake ... (7)
14 What are narcotics also known as (7)
15 Which poems have 14 lines (7)
17 Name an alternative term for insatiable greed for riches (7)
18 What is unoccupied time called (7)
Find the following words in the grid. They may be read in any direction, even diagonally. Some letters are used more than once.
1 RAMATE (a) Difficult to control (b) Chaffy (c) Branched
2 VITIATE
E-QUATIONS
4 Who deals in textiles and cloth goods (6)
Letters
Some
13 Who collaborated with Sir Arthur Sullivan, Sir William ... (7)
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.
20 What is herbal tea known as (6)
(a) To make lifelike (b) To use abusive language (c) To render faulty or defective
BIYWORD
Build it yourself using the clues and each of the twenty-four letters once only to form ten words: five across and five down. A key word (bold clue) builds on the letter set in the grid.
CLUES:
Fire fighter (7)
Guardedly cautious (7)
Mix of original tracks (5)
Railway carriage (3)
Refurbishment (5)
Top student (3)
Travel costs (5)
Tree (3)
Was concerned (5)
Was seated (3)
Central West
Big brother gives Prado a lift
AT A GLANCE
MODEL LINE-UP:
Prado GX $72,500
Prado GXL $79,990
Prado VX $87,400
Prado Altitude $92,700
Prado Kakadu $99,990
THE pride of the Toyota SUV parade, the Prado, is showing o a new sti upper lip thanks to TNGA-F architecture shared with its bigger LandCruiser 300 Series sibling.
Also on board is the latest in the company’s on and o -road driver assistance technology, including a new 48-volt V-active powertrain mated to a new eight speed automatic shifter in all five variants.
The pedigree has its origins in the iconic LandCruiser with all its on and o -road capability and functionality.
The latest generation consists of the GX, GXL, VX, Altitude and Kakadu.
With the sti er ladderframe underpinnings, the LandCruiser family members have grown compared to the previous generation.
Wheelbase is now 2850mm, 60mm more than before.
Overall length is stretched, providing more cabin space.
The range is priced from $72,500, plus on road costs, for the entry-level five-seat GX.
The GXL adds a third row of 50:50 split seating for $79,990.
The mid-range VX sevenseater (on test) comes in at $87,400, while the o -road focused Altitude ($92,700) is
second only to the flagship Kakadu ($99,990).
vantage sets up each Prado buyer with five years’ capped price servicing for the first ten services over six-month intervals or 10,000 kilometres, whichever comes first.
There is also the option of a full-service lease though Toyota Finance Australia.
STYLING
The Prado’s striking exterior draws on LandCruisers of the past, while retro design characteristics o er functional benefits.
For example, a low beltline, flat bonnet and extensive glass allow good visibility in tight o -road situations, while chamfered edges and high-mounted lamps keep clear of potential damage.
The VX wears a black vertical grille with Toyota bullhorn branding, body-coloured bumpers and wheel arches, 20-inch alloy wheels and high-grade LED headlights with automatic high beam and auto-levelling.
INTERIOR
While the cabin has under-
comfort and safety, the mdhybrid battery lives in such a quirky corner.
The third row of seats does not fold flat, sticking up above the load floor leaving a narrow gap to the tailgate.
Toyota’s solution is to fill the gap with a skinny removeable storage box with lid that takes shopping bags three abreast.
Despite the Prado’s bulk comfort, the occupant is at a premium.
However, access is just the opposite, with the single pull of a lever freeing one of the second-row seats to tumble forward.
A single USB-C outlet and a pair of cupholders on each side await boarders and there’s a 220V/120W outlet in the adjoining boot area.
There are also air vents in the roof.
There is 182 litres of load space behind the third row, expanding to 906 litres with it folded and 1829 litres with the second row folded as well.
The VX boasts leather ac-
Options: Premium paint $675 (plus two tone, Altitude only, $1675)
Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Toyota dealer for drive-away prices.
which supplies a wealth inbuilt of vehicle information via smartphone app.
ory, four-way power adjustable front passenger seat, power adjustable steering wheel, carpet mats, refrigerated centre console cubby, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, multi-terrain monitor, 14-speaker JBL premium audio and tyre pressure monitor.
ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS
The Prado is powered by a 2.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine putting out 150kW between 3000 and 3400rpm and 500Nm of torque from 1600 to 2800rpm.
A new eight-speed automatic transmission has a broader spread of ratios than previously and feeds a fulltime all-wheel drive system, dual-range transfer case and a lockable centre limited-slip di erential.
SAFETY
Prado occupant safety is testament to Toyota’s Safety Sense technology and Toyota Connected Services,
Driver assistance applies on- and o -road through an improved camera-cum-radar system that scans the road with greater accuracy and at longer distance.
Other advanced technology includes autonomous emergency braking pre-collision system, all-speed adaptive cruise control, lane assist, and departure warning, road sign assist, blind spot monitor with safe exit assist, emergency stop and driver camera, along with front and rear parking sensors and nine airbags.
DRIVING
The tried-and-tested
2.8-litre diesel donk is given a hand by 48-volt V-Active technology, adding smoothness, driveability and fuel economy to the Prado on bitumen and in the rough.
Toyota claims diesel usage of 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres for the VX on the combined urban/highway cycle.
The test vehicle managed 9.6 litres over a week of mixed driving, tending
towards city usage. Driver assistance systems span on- and o -road, going with vehicle stability control with active traction control, downhill assist and crawl control, while acrossthe-board trailer sway control and integrated tow-bar pre-wiring harness frees the Prado’s increased 3500kg braked towing capacity. With double-wishbone front and four-link solid axle rear suspension, enhanced handling and ride comfort have come via the addition of adaptive variable suspension. The braking and steering systems showed an improved response and feel, the latter through the debut of electric power steering. Pity about the squeaky brakes in reverse.
SUMMARY
For those who like the idea of genuine o -road capability the new Prado has the goods wrapped in a ‘modern’ retro design that have city-dwellers drooling. The mid-range VX is the way to go.
RATINGS
Looks: 8/10
Performance: 6/10
Safety: 7/10
Thirst: 6/10
Practicality: 7/10
Comfort: 6/10
Tech: 8/10
Value: 7/10
■ A RETRO FEEL:
The 2025 Toyota Prado now o ers up to seven occupants.
By DEREK OGDEN, Marque Motoring
Royal success for local show horses
In the Show Horse ring at the Sydney Royal Easter Show Liz Gregory’s Ripple Brook Jitterbug came h in the Welsh Mountain Pony Gelding Four Years and Over, fourth in the Welsh Pony Mare or Gelding Section A, third in the Leading Rein Hunter Pony ne 12hh with daughter Matilda in the saddle, sixth in the Open Show Hunter Pony ne 11.2hh and sixth in the Child’s Show
Hunter Pony ne 12hh to be ridden by a Child under 17 years with Indy Gardiner in the saddle.
Indi Edwards from Grenfell and her horse PL Encore came in h in the Child’s Show Hunter Galloway over 14hh and ne 15hh, h in the Novice Girl Rider 12 and Under 17 years and seventh in the Open Girl Rider 12 and Under 15 years while Sam Cran eld from Wombat
came third in the Open Boy Rider 12 and Under 15 years.
Owen Parker’s Sheady High Society nished up third in the ANSA Saddlehorse Filly three years and Under, rst in the Australian Stock Horse Filly two years and Under, the Heather and Philip Ox enham owned Benwerrin Park Governor took out the Clydesdale Colt three years and under four years and
Reserve Champion Clydesdale Stallion or Colt while Charmaine New took out the Standardbred Gelding 10 Dalbrae Vegas picked up the win in the Open Show
Second semi final played on Tuesday in Young
The second semi– nal of the Club Singles Championship was completed on Tuesday 15th April when Jono Watson played Stephen Joli e.
A er 11 ends Jono led 15–6 but Stephen then did well and a er 19 ends the score was 17–16 in Jono’s favour.
Jono won 4 of the next 5 ends to lead 23–17 and he went on to win 25–21.
Jono and Damien Miller will be playing the nal on Sunday 27th April.
The other two games both had an 8 shot margin with Brian McNair and Darryle Miller winning 28–20 and Albert Carter and Les Fanning winning 27–19.
Brian and Darryle were the winners of the count-back.
Saturday a ernoon saw 20 players involved with ve games of pairs being played.
Peter Cram and Mark Anderson established a big lead in the rst half of their game and went on to win 28–14.
McNair and Colin Chapman 20–14 and Max Penfold and Michael Webb 21–18.
On Thursday night the winning teams from the two divisions of the Guy Pickering Charity Challenge played o . This saw a very convincing win to the FATBBOTS team who defeated the Bowl Terras 16–3.
On Sunday morning the club’s Grade 6 Pennant side will play a practice game against the Grade 5 side from
2025 Picnic Races on in Boorowa
The Boorowa Picnic Races are coming up on Saturday May 3, 2025 with plenty of fun on and o the track.
If you are interested in sponsoring the 2025 Boorowa Picnic Races contact the secretary on baprc2586@gmail.com.
smile, if it doesn’t you will look pale.
wear
Have you registered your darts team yet?
Regos are open until May 1, darts kicking o May 15 at the Young Sporties Bowling Club.
All new town darts inter club/pub competition.
Teams of four, $300 rego per team with all fees going to end of season prize money.
Entry forms can be picked up and paid at the Young Services Club reception. Contact info@youngservicesclub.com.
au Phone 02 6383 1944 or Greg Lestrange on 0458 479 192.
Experience the thrill of thoroughbred racing at the 2025 Boorowa Picnic Races.
There will be a six race program, Fashions in the Field, a betting arena with local and metro bookmakers, public bar serving beer and an onsite barbecue.
Please note that it is a condition of entry to the race course that no glass is brought in by those attending, however, bring your own mid-strength cans and/ or plastic drinks are permitted.
There are no ATM facilities on site so be sure to bring cash.
This event is family friendly and is an event the whole family can enjoy.
Tickets are on sale at https://www.123tix.com.au/ events/47529/2025-boorowa-picnic-races with marquees selling out fast.
FASHIONS IN THE FIELD
Criteria: Autumn Colours - Autumn’s golden tones have arrived for fashion in perfect time. Darker tones don’t have to be dull.
Rich navy, plums, fuchsia and olive are the perfect choices for the Autumn race season.
Choose a colour that suits your skin tone and hair.
This is as easy as just holding different colours under your chin.
If it suits you it will make you
This is the same for jewellery, both silver and gold can look cheap if they clash with your skin tone.
Generally, if you suit autumn tones of brown, oranges and greens, then gold works well.
If you can carry o blues, pinks and reds then silver might be the go for you.
Of course black is always stunning and you can add pops of colour with your accessories.
- Style and originality
- Appropriateness of out t for the race day
- Attention to detail of accessories
- No denim or moleskins
- A predominance of exposed skin is not classed as classic race
- A hat or fascinator is essential. For the hat, straw should be swapped for felt or wool, but headpieces made from metal or leather are also allowed.
- High heels should not be open toe
- A jacket and tie are essential for men
- Matching cu inks, hankerchief and tie are always benecial
- Understanding and interpretation of current fashion and trans-seasonal trends
- Grooming and deportment
- Suitability of the out t Categories:
John Hamblin Memorial played
On Saturday the event was the John Hamblin Memorial Stableford.
The individual stableford winners were Ryan Terry with 43 points from runner up Geo Connelly with 42 points and third was Ian Wells with 41 points.
The biggest 4BBB margin in the Mens event was by Tye and Barney Pilon.
In the Ladies event the biggest win was by Rachal Dorman and Leanne Slater and the biggest turn around was Helen Spencer and Chris Keevil.
The Terry Brothers Carpet Choice secret birdie hole was not won.
The Watson Toyota NTP on the 7th was won by Todd Shipton and Peter Kirkwood won the Eagles Nest NTP on the 17th and won 2 balls.
The jackpot on the 17th went o last week.
The Pro Pin on the 7th was won by Todd Shipton and he won a voucher for $68.
The Deluxe Blinds & Shutters NTP on the 13th was won by Rhett Foreman and the 16th was won by Ian Tierney.
The Deluxe Blinds & Shutters NTP Eagles nest jackpot of $20 on the rst was won not won and jackpots to $40 next week.
with 35 points on a countback from Geo Connelly and Steve Connelly.
The Pro Pin was won by Steve Connelly and he won a voucher for $15.
Balls went down to 32 points and there were 18 players.
The Kyle McGovern Electrical medley returns next week and the Watson Toyota secret birdie jackpot sits at $30.
The Sunday Social Club played a 14 hole event.
The winner was Riley Lawrence with 48 nett.
The runner up was Will Albert with 54 nett on a countback from Peter Campbell.
The jackpot hole was the 1st with 5 shots and was not won. There were 19 players.
A reminder to order your shirt by the18th May.
Upcoming events: Friday 25th April - Anzac Day Stableford- Rick Oliver.
Sunday 26th April - Single stableford - Hurcum Mechanical.
Young Open - Saturday 3rd May 4BBB and Sunday 4th May Stroke- Scratch and Handicap.
The Ian Page Bricklaying card draw was won by Colin Blizzard. Balls went down to 31 points on a countback and there were 71 players.
was won by Tom McKnight with 40 points and he won 12 balls.
Runner up was Wayne Hewson (9 balls) with 38 points from Hugo Davidson (7 Balls) with 37 points on a countback from Allan Moore.
Fi h was Pat Hatton (3 balls) with 36 points from Todd Shipton (2 balls) with 35 points on a countback.
The Pro Pin was won by
$49 voucher.
Balls went down to 31 points and there were 60 players.
The Good Friday Medley was won by Peter Maher 41 points and he won 8 balls.
Runner up on a countback was Gavin Marshall (6 balls) and third was Michael Corbett (5 balls) with 40 points on a countback from Beau Elsley (4 balls) and Shaun
Mylan Davidson was sixth with 39 points and she won 2 balls.
Balls went down to 32 points on a countback and there were 48 players.
The Sunday Big W stableford Eggstravaganza medley was won by Charlie Webber with 41 points and the runner up was Hugo Davidson with 40 points.
Brady LeStrange was third
The Easter Monday medley was won by Bradley Dewar (Shell Cove Golf Club) with 41 points and he won 12 balls.
Runner up was Je Regan (9 balls) with 39 points on a countback from Brady LeStrange (7 balls).
Fourth was Barry Gaal (5 balls) with 38 points on a countback from Swayde Honeman (3 balls).
Balls went to 30 points and there were 63 players.
CRAIG WATSON
Swing, Giggle and Sip event for lady golfers
On Wednesday 16th, the Ladies played a Single Stroke being the 2nd round of GNSW Medals.
Medal winners:
A Grade: Leanne Slater 78 nett
B Grade: Jackie Sheridan 72 nett
C Grade: Cath Marshall 80 nett
Putting competition sponsored by Cachewise: A Grade: Liz Harding 29 putts
B Grade: Jackie Sheridan 27 putts
C Grade: Pammie McCloy 31 putts
NTP’s sponsored by Elegant Timbers, Shutters and Blinds, Gail Hanigan and Uplands P/L: A Grade: Liz Harding B Grade: not struck C Grade: Betty Stanton
Winner on the day: Estelle Roberts 69 nett
Runner-up: Jackie Sheridan 72 nett
Ball winners: Estelle Roberts 5 balls, Jackie Sherdidan 4 balls, Ros Anderson 2 balls and Leanne Slater, Liz Harding, Lorraine Regan, Fiona Tanner, Cathy Aiken, Gail Hanigan and Cath Marshall 1 ball each.
Wednesday was also the qualifying for the mid-week Match Play sponsored by Ros Anderson.
The draw is as follows:
Estelle Roberts 1 v 8 Cathy Aiken
Jackie Sheridan 2 v 7 Fiona Tanner
Ros Anderson 3 v 6 Lorraine Regan
Leanne Slater 4 v 5 Liz Harding
Matches are to be played by 14th May.
Last Saturday was a Single Stableford.
Winner: Gail Hanigan 36 pts
Runner-up: Phillipa Makeham (Gundagai) 35 pts on a c/b from Justine Makeham 35 pts
NTP’s: B Grade sponsored by Elegant Timbers, Shutters and Blinds: Estelle Roberts
Ball winners: Gail Hanigan, Phillipa Makeham, Justine Makeham and Estelle Roberts 1 ball each.
Tomorrow is the Anzac Day Single Stableford. Saturday and Wednesday are also Single Stablefords.
On Sunday we have Swing, Giggle and Sip for all ladies to come and and have a try on the golf course. Come to the club for a 1.30 start, cost is $5. Register at the Pro Shop 6382 1543.
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday!
PAMMIE MCCLOY
Huge thanks to Greg Atkins for sponsoring Sunday’s event at the Boorowa Golf Club. A stableford with a count of putts and a heap of closest the pins.
Winner was AA Anthony Anderson (pictured)
Runner Up Vince Lesslie 3rd Clayton Barnes (pictured)
Plenty of weekends open for Sponsorship, just have a look at the yearly calendar on Instagram or Facebook.
APRIL EVENTS: Saturday April 26 - Boorowa RSL Sub Branch three person ambrose
Sunday April 27 - Monthly Medal Stroke Event
MAY EVENTS:
Sunday May 4 - Pennants round three at Boorowa
Sunday May 11 - Pennants nal at Binalong
Sunday May 18 - Bronte Johnston Trophy
Sunday May 25 - Monthly medal stroke event
Local’s Cash in at Grand Nationals
A local horse has taken out two of the top prizes at the 2025 Hufglocken Show Horse Council of Australasia Grand Nationals.
Tremayne Coachella, affectionately known as Cash, owned by Liz and Rhonda Daly and ridden by Liz and daughter Molly Manchester has taken out Grand Champion Child’s Saddle Horse and Grand Champion Ridden Saddle Horse at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre.
Riders from all across the country and New Zealand competed at the ve days of competition where the best of the best horses, ponies and riders came together to battle it out to win the top prizes.
A number of local horses and riders travelled to compete in events throughout the huge event including Liz and Matilda Gregory from Boorowa, Liz Daly, Molly Manchester and Ava Sabaidussi from Young.
The 2025 Grand Nationals kicked o on Tuesday April 8 and were judged by three equestrians from the United Kingdom.
On the Tuesday:
- Ripple Brook Jitterbug owned by Liz and Matilda competing in the Leading Rein Show Hunter Pony
- Lyons Lane Coal Play owned by Liz and Rhonda Daly nished in h place in the Childs Large Saddle Pony with Molly in the saddle
- The Daly owned Dalbrae Vegas with Molly in the saddle came in the top 10 for Childs First Ridden Show Hunter Pony
- The Gregory owned Ripplebrook Jitterbug nished in the top 10 for Childs First
Ridden Show Hunter Pony
- Korawyn Show ‘n Tell owned by the Gregory’s came in the top 10 of the APSB Childs Ridden Shetland Pony
- Ava Sabidussi and her mount Bellevale Hollywood Boulevard competed in the Childs Show Hunter Galloway
On the Wednesday:
- Dalbrae Vegas with Molly in the saddle nished in the top 10 of the Childs Small Show Hunter Pony
- Tremayne Coachella took out Champion Childs Sad-
dle Horse with Molly riding, qualifying them for Grand Champion Childs Saddle Horse at the Night of Nights on Saturday
- Matilda Gregory nished fourth in the Rider 6 and Under 9 Years
On the Thursday:
- Molly Manchester came in the top 10 of the Rider 12 and Under 15 Years
- Dalbrae Vegas nished up in the top 10 for Small Show Hunter Pony
- Lyons Lane Coal Play competed in the Large Saddle Pony
On the Friday:
- Ava Sabidussi and her horse Cedar Leigh Winter Parade competed in the Small Saddle Galloway
- Bellevale Hollywood Boulevard with Ava in the saddle competed in the Large Show Hunter Galloway
On the Saturday:
- Tremayne Coachella won Champion Small Saddle Horse for Liz and Rhonda and quali ed to compete that night in the Grand Champion Saddle Horse during the Night of Nights Cash took out the Grand the seat. Well done to all of the local competitors and an extra special congratulations to Liz, Rhonda and Molly for all of their hard work and dedication in winning the prestigious and well deserved awards with Cash.
Molly Manchester and Tremayne Coachella celebrating their Grand Champion Childs Saddle Horse. PHOTO: Lisa Gordon.
Liz Daly onboard Tremayne Coachella a er winning Grand Champion Ridden Saddle Horse.
