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Restrictions eased further

With NSW reaching the 80 per cent mark for COVID vaccinations quicker than expected, a number of restrictions have eased this week for the fully vaccinated.

Community sport can resume, more friends and family will be able to be reunited (with 20 visitors now allowed in your home and up to 50 people outdoors) and there will no longer be a cap on guests at weddings and funerals.

Masks will also no longer be required to be worn in offices but are still required to be worn by all staff and customers in all indoor public places as well as on public transport, planes and in airports.

Drinking while standing and dancing are now both permitted indoors and outdoors at hospitality venues.

With many regional areas, including towns like Cobar, having not yet reached the same high vaccination rates as the Greater Sydney area, the NSW Government has made the decision to wait to ease travel rules.

Deputy Premier Paul Toole said the tough decision had been made to delay travel between Regional NSW and Greater Sydney until next month when it’s expected that more than 77 per cent of regional Local Government Areas will be fully vaccinated.

“Everyone has done a brilliant job of getting vaccinated and rates are rising fast; however we have looked at the health modelling and listened to feedback from regional communities who want more time to get their double dose vaccination rates up as high as possible before they welcome back visitors,” Mr Toole said.

Council candidates

Two community-minded local residents, Kain Neale and Lillian Simpson, are interested in becoming Cobar Shire Councillors and have nominated as candidates for the Local Government elections in December. As of Monday, there were six nominees for Cobar Shire Council with Kain and Lillian to join four current councillors, Cr Janine Lea-Barrett, Cr Jarrod Marsden, Cr Julie Payne and Cr Kate Winders on the ballot paper. The Cobar Weekly met with the two new candidates this week to find out what has prompted them to run for Council. See Page 2 for Kain’s responses and Page 4 for Lillian’s comments.

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Kain has a long list of cross-transferable skills to offer Kain Neale has thrown his hat in the ring and has nominated as a candidate for Cobar Shire Council at the Local Government Elections to be held in December.

“I have always been interested in politics at all levels of government,” Kain said.

“I think that if you vote the same you can expect the same results and thought that I may be able to offer something different to the people of Cobar.”

Kain said while he is not going to be running with an agenda, he does however have concerns about how the fly in fly out / drive in drive out operations at the mines are impacting our community and hopes that as a councillor he can work to improve the situation.

“I grew up in Cobar and remember what a great community spirit that the town has.

“I went to St John’s Parish School and then attended Cobar High School.

“I enjoyed playing lots of sports as a kid in Cobar and loved playing Rugby League.

“Both of my parents grew up in Cobar and both sides of my family have a long association with Cobar.”

He said it was that sense of community that eventually brought him back to Cobar with his wife Krysti and their two children.

After finishing Year 12, Kain was set to start an apprenticeship at CSA Mine however, prior to starting the Ashanti shutdown of the mine occurred.

“I then applied to join the Army, was accepted and officially signed on the 8th of September 1998.

“I was posted to several locations around Australia including Albury, Darwin, Brisbane, Adelaide and Kapooka (Wagga Wagga).

“I completed two deployments to Iraq and earned the ‘Chief of the Army's Commenda-

tion - Gold’ for my work on my first deployment.”

During his time as a soldier in the Army, Kain held a number of leadership positions which taught him a number of crosstransferable skills.

“I am a good communicator, active listener, public speaker and I happily engage with people at all levels in the community.

“I have sound leadership qualities that have been tested whilst in the Army and during both of my deployments to Iraq,” Kain said.

“Being in a leadership position in the Army allowed me to hone my skills as a mediator, even within the Army people have conflict.”

After being discharged in February 2011, Kain and his family lived in Adelaide where he became involved with the State Emergency Service (SES) “I eventually became the Deputy Unit Manager.

“In this role I was responsible for the day to day running of the unit.

“This included managing finances, holding positions on steering committees in the broader SES organisation, operating as the ‘Officer in Charge’ during large scale weather events, chairing unit committees and overseeing the correct corporate governance procedures.

“All of these experiences, coupled with my experience within the ADF, have allowed me to gain a wide and varied skill set I can offer as a councillor,” Kain said.

The Neales moved to Cobar in January 2019 and Kain now works at Cobar High School as a Farm Assistant.

Outside of his work and family commitments, Kain is the president of the RSL Sub Branch and uses his experiences learnt in the

Army to help out with the local Cadets.

“I thoroughly enjoy both of these roles and hope to continue well into the future,” Kain said.

Kain said moving forward and having to live within the ‘COVID framework’, he would like to see a return of larger community events and festivals in Cobar like ANZAC Day, Grey Mardi Gras, Running on Empty, Cobar Races, Australia Day etc and advocates for Council to be involved in more events to help the community reconnect through shared experiences.

“I am approachable, open and honest and hope that this will encourage people to start a conversation with me about their feelings about Cobar,” he said.

Local man dies as result of accident A 25 year old Cobar man has died following injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident on Saturday.

NSW Police Force report emergency services were called to a property near Tilpa around 6pm on Saturday following reports of an injured man.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service arrived about 8.45pm and were told a 25-year-old man was travelling in the rear tray of a Toyota Landcruiser when he fell from the vehicle.

The man suffered head injuries and died at the scene.

Officers attached to Barrier Police District were notified and attended.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are underway and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

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Lillian likes to be involved and not just sit on the fence Lillian Simpson likes being involved in the community and that’s evident by her interest and contribution to numerous community groups over the past 13 years she’s lived in Cobar.

The current president of both the Cobar Ladies Probus Club and Cobar Arts Council, and treasurer of Cobar Day View Club, Lillian is also a member of the Cobar CWA and the Tourism Committee.

She’s now keen to add the title of ‘Cobar Shire Councillor’ to her list of community service roles.

“I have a desire to be an active participant in town affairs, rather than sitting on the fence and throwing criticism at the incumbent council,” Lillian said when asked about what prompted her to nominate as a candidate for the Local Government elections.

“I want to help bring about positive change for Cobar by improving services within the town and district.”

Lillian said she’s keen to see more residential doctors along with more specialists and

health professionals visiting Cobar.

“I’d also like to see an improved Community Transport service for out-of-town medical appointments and expanded services at the Cobar Hospital.”

Lillian said while she’s never served as a councillor before she did however do her “homework” before she nominated to run as a councillor.

“I have a desire to be an active participant in town affairs, rather than sitting on the fence and throwing criticism…” Lillian “I have attended council meetings, canvassed other councillors and attended the information meeting Council had for new councillors.

“I understand there is study involved, as well as workshops, meetings and being available for various committees.

“I also understand it is vital to be a team

player, and to respect other people’s point of view,” Lillian said.

“I consider myself to be a good listener.

“In my previous and current roles in paid employment, and as a member of community organisations, each has required good communication, mediation and negotiation skills.

“I have worked in small businesses, aged care, motel management and tax accounting and these positions involved budgeting, financial reporting, staff rosters, working with the public, and other businesses, as well as advertising and data entry.”

Lillian came to Cobar 13 years ago (with her now late husband Roy) to manage the Copper City Motel.

It was initially to be a three month post however the couple developed a love for the town and they both became involved in the community.

“Staying on in Cobar, in semi-retirement, we used it as home base while we went off exploring and doing other short term relief roles for a few years.

“Returning to Cobar in 2014, we were both struck down with illness and the town reached out to us with support and compassion,” Lillian said.

With Roy’s passing in 2018, Lillian has kept herself busy with her many community interests as well as tending to her garden and looking after her cats.

Iconic hotel is set to change hands

The management of the Great Western Hotel is set to change hands once again with current licensee Rachael Warren giving notice that she will be vacating in November.

The hotel’s owner, Paul McGirr, said the iconic pub has been owned by his family for almost 50 years.

Built in 1904 by Pierce Gould, the Great Western Hotel claims to have the longest wrought iron lace verandah in the southern hemisphere at “100 yards long”.

Mr McGirr said upon notice from the current tenant they will put the lease to the market.

“If the lease is not sold we are intending to put the hotel under management with our aim of providing food accommodation and service to the present standard,” Mr McGirr said.

“It is our wish that existing staff and contractors would be reengaged at the time of takeover and, as we normally do, we would seek to ensure that they are handed over to any satisfactory purchaser of the lease.”

Mr McGirr said apart from refurbishment, he doesn’t see there would be any substantial changes made to the operations or staff.

“The family appreciate the importance of the hotel as the only hotel now open in the main street of Cobar and hope an enterprising local family will acquire the business,” Mr McGirr said.

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NSW encouraged to dine and discover More funding to grow stronger communities The extension of the NSW Government’s popular ‘Dine and Discover’ program aims to boost the recovery of the hospitality industry as it emerges from lockdown.

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced a further two $25 Dine & Discover vouchers will be available to residents from December, while businesses can apply for grants to make their dining venue more ‘al fresco’ friendly.

Business NSW Regional Manager for Western NSW, Vicki Seacombe said this will drive further activity in the hospitality sector.

“We know that people are spending more than the $25 that the voucher contains, meaning businesses are not only benefitting from the stimulus, but are also gaining new customers. The hospitality sector has suffered immensely over the past two years, and we hope this support will encourage people to get out and about during summer and enjoy what our local businesses have to offer.

“Part of the package announced by the Government is for hospitality businesses to be provided $5,000 in grants to expand alfresco dining, where red tape will be cut to revive local street dining,” Ms Seacombe said.

“Importantly these grants are limited to 5,000

businesses on a ‘first in first served’ basis, so I would encourage our Western NSW businesses who fit the criteria to get their application in as soon as possible.”

Local Government NSW president Linda Scott said the Government’s Alfresco Restart Initiative not only provides funding support but also includes a temporary relaxation of planning rules allowing outdoor dining on private land such as car parks and bowling greens until April 2022.

“Importantly, the relaxation of rules are temporary measures and cannot be made permanent without council consent—ensuring council retain important oversight for local amenity.

“Councils recognise the value that their local restaurants, cafes and bars bring to their communities,” Ms Scott said.

Ms Seacombe said Councils have a huge part to play in the revitalisation of local business communities, and the Government will also provide funds directly to Councils to improve main streets and surrounding areas.

She said businesses are enthusiastic about the coming months and this support will help a number of smaller businesses get back on their feet.

Janine Lea-Barrett Running for Cobar Council 2021 Hello Cobar Shire, My name is Janine Lea-Barrett, and I am running for re-election to the Cobar Shire Council on 4 December 21.

You may or may not know me. I am an independent and have held a seat on Cobar Shire Council over the past 5 years, 2016-21.

I have been a resident of Cobar since 2006 when I arrived in Cobar to take up the position of Electrical Superintendent at the Endeavor Mine. I had worked the previous 5 summer seasons 2001-2006 in Antarctica as Engineering Services Supervisor at Davis Station. The heat in the first summer here in Cobar was +45°C compared to my pervious summers of -20°C which felt like -45°C with wind chill factor.

I was made welcome, met my now husband Trevor and family, and enjoy all that Cobar and the region has to offer. When Endeavor succumbed to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis and there was no work in the district, I moved on to North Parkes Mines, then to the Pilbara on contract continuing to come back home to Cobar, a FIFO/DIDO in reverse.

I gained employment back in Cobar at Peak Mines in 2010 as a Planner/Engineer then Compliance & Engineering Superintendent and my husband and I decided to invest in farming purchasing a rundown property.

Taking a break from mining in 2015, I moved into a local business, Landmark Russell, as Business Manager and with my free time I committed to voluntary community offices with the Cobar Miners Race Club as Secretary, as a member on Regional Development Australia Orana board, independent member on Mining & Petroleum Competency Board, Essential Energy Customer Advocacy Board, and chair for the Western NSW Mining Electrical & Mining Mechanical Engineering Society. I worked as a consultant and I also became a Cobar Shire Councillor.

I am now the Electrical Superintendent at Tritton Mine and have been there since 2019, continuing with many of my voluntary positions.

Our family, and extended family, are an integral part of the township, and we are expansively invested in the region.

I may not be an ‘iron ringer’ but I do consider Cobar my home and I would be privileged to continue to represent you, follow up on the ongoing projects and continue to influence the decisions put before the Council.

Elect the candidate that represents you on 4 December 21.

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Community groups in the Parkes electorate are being invited to apply for a share of $150,000 in funding for smallscale upgrades and new equipment under the latest round of the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Programme (SCP).

Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the popular program, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of up to $20,000.

Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said more funding for the Parkes electorate would deliver the infrastructure and equipment communities need to grow and prosper into the future.

“Community groups are the heart of our local towns and villages in the Parkes electorate and this type of investment helps to bring people together by building community participation and delivering a brighter and more vibrant future for these communities,” Mr Coulton said.

“This latest funding injection will finance up to 20 projects across the electorate, supporting jobs and delivering an economic boost to drive our recovery on the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The Stronger Communities Programme has already supported dozens of community groups in the Parkes electorate.”

Grants from $2,500 up to $20,000 are available to cover up to 100 per cent of eligible project costs, or up to 50 per cent of eligible project costs for local governing bodies.

“I strongly encourage interested organisations to contact my office regarding projects important to them and our community,” Mr Coulton said.

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Council workshop discussions center on roads It’s been another quiet week, councilwise for me, that culminated with the monthly Councillor Workshop on Thursday.

Discussion at the workshop centered around local roads including culverts and grid replacement, some of which are reaching a dangerous stage.

I attended the Association of Mining & Energy Related Councils (NSW) Inc. meeting on Friday via Zoom and advised that Cobar is greatly in need of extra power and water as the area is growing in terms of mines with insufficient power and water to run them.

The Local Government elections are rapidly approaching.

I would ask that if you feel you can assist with the running of the town by nominating as a Councillor, please do so.

Whilst at times it can be a thankless task, from my experience I can report the good times greatly exceed the bad.

A bit of fresh blood and ideas is also always helpful.

Potential candidates should also keep in mind that with 12 councillors, unless you have seven on side, you will get nowhere.

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LBV residents Maureen Griffiths and Mick Kershaw with Cobar Shire Council’s director of finance and community services, Kym Miller (at centre) at a morning tea last week which acknowledged the mine’s donation.

LBV welcomes donation from Peak A generous donation from the Peak Gold Mine will make life easier for residents and staff at the Lilliane Brady Village (LBV).

The LBV has recently received a donation of $3,000 from the mine’s donation program to purchase two small battery operated generators for use in the event of a power outage.

LBV’s Director of Nursing Helen Spyt said

the purchase of generators had been on their “wish list’ for some time.

“The residents have electronic beds and hoists and if there is disruption to power, we cannot reposition the residents. Having the use of the generators will ensure the comfort of the resident is not compromised and the safety of staff remains intact,” Ms Spyt said.

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A plethora of preparations

Preparation for the Cobar Arts Council’s annual Art, Craft and Photography Competition to be held at the Railway Station, is well under way, with Arts Council members tweaking the final details at a meeting last Sunday.

Entry forms, listing the various categories and conditions of entry are available from the Arts Council’s Facebook page and at several local businesses around town, giving people plenty of opportunity to be prepared when dropping their creative works at the station for judging next Sunday.

Information pertaining to the official opening and viewing times is available in the Cobar Arts Council’s ad on Page 15.

Whilst inviting people to come and enjoy Cobar’s talented Artists work, Cobar Arts Council respectfully requests those who attend the opening award presentation or viewing times, to comply with the current Covid regulations/restrictions.

Cobar Shire Council mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au PO Box 223, COBAR, NSW, 2835 Peter Vlatko, General Manager

Supporting drought resilient leadership Applications have opened for a Future Drought Fund program to develop leaders and drive conversations and action on drought preparedness in NSW. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud said the Drought Resilient Leaders program is a partnership between the Federal Government and the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation Limited (ARLF).

“We know that farmers listen to farmers, and others in their community.

“That’s why we are investing in developing a new generation of community leaders to drive conversations and action to better prepare for inevitable drought,” Minister Littleproud said.

Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said agriculture in the Parkes electorate will benefit from the program’s suite of development opportunities and give the next generation of leaders in the region the skills and knowledge they need to better prepare for drought into the future.

“This partnership with the Federal Government and the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation will support young people with a passion for agriculture across my electorate, to develop skills to benefit their communities in

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times of drought, now and in the years ahead,” Mr Coulton said.

The Drought Resilient Leaders program is open to people aged 18 years and over in seven regions around Australia, including Western NSW. The ARLF will work with the selected applicants to develop their leadership capabilities, encouraging them to work together with their communities, leading to better outcomes and preparation for drought.

For more information visit https://ruralleaders.org.au/programs/drought-resilienceleaders-program/

10 years ago…

• Senator Matt Thistlewaite joined Mayor

Lilliane Brady to officially open Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool’s brand new waterslide. At 6.2m high and 52m long, the slide was built at a cost of $220,000.

• Brindabella Airlines celebrated the first anniversary of its Sydney to Cobar route with a function at the Cobar Bowling & Golf Club.

• Rotarians from three different states joined Cobar Rotarians on the annual Billy Can Bash outback trek fundraiser.

• Locals attended the local premiere of the Australian movie, Red Dog at the Cobar Entertainment Centre.

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CHS student wins Moorambilla song maker competition Cobar High School Year 12 music student Thomas Bradley is undoubtedly talented and he’s just recently added the title of “winning song maker” to his long list of achievements.

The 17 year old was one of five winners of the Moorambilla Remix Competition which was announced recently at Moorambilla’s Virtual Gala event.

Thomas took out the Under 18 category and, in addition to collecting $1,000 prize money, he will also have the invaluable opportunity to work with and be mentored by an experienced sound producer.

Moorambilla Voices marketing director Lucy Taylor said the Moorambilla Remix Competition was a new addition to their program and is believed to be the first time a choir has attempted doing live recordings of Australian Art music.

“It was such a wonderful addition to the 2021 program which just the week before won the APRA AMCOS [music rights management organisation] award for best education program in Australia!

“This remix featured in our online gala which took audiences down memory lane as well as into the future!,” Ms Taylor said.

The Moorambilla Remix Competition called for contestants “to have some fun with the music that brings us joy”.

It was geared to appeal to DJs, arrangers, composers, experimental musicians and improvisers.

Contestants could choose from five selected works previously created by Moorambilla’s artists, and they were encouraged to get “creative and quirky” and bring something to

the judges that would make them dance.

Feedback from the judges on Thomas’ entry report his remix “showed great cohesiveness of style and genre”.

“It also seemed to reflect our collective need for something fun and upbeat in this time of change and uncertainty in the sector and many of the judges commented that it genuinely made them smile and want to dance - fast!”

Ms Taylor said.

Thomas has been part of the Moorambilla Voices choir program since he was in Year 3 at Primary School.

“I love being involved with it!

“I’ve also been producing music since I was 10 years old and I thought I had a great shot at winning,” Thomas said.

“I created an electronic dance song using their song ‘Don’t be afraid’ composed by Andrew Howes.

“I won the Under 18s category which was provided by SongMakers, which is a program that assists school children with a passion for music to grow their skills.”

Thomas said he’s excited to be able to work with an experienced music producer to help him grow his skills.

The five winning tracks will also have their music set to a video created by Moorambilla’s Taiko Master, DJ and composer, Anton Lock, and will feature on their social media.

Cobar High School principal Shane Carter said it was great to see Thomas’ talent being acknowledged on a larger platform like Moormabilla Voices.

“We are looking forward to seeing what the future brings for this talented young man,” Mr Carter said.

Cobar High School music student, Thomas Bradley has many talents including the title of “winning song maker” after recently winning the Under 18 category in the Moorambilla Remix competition.

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Cobar Shire Council Sale of surplus second-hand items

CLOSING TIME 2PM MONDAY, 25 OCTOBER, 2021 Cobar Shire Council is calling for Expression of Interest (EOI) in surplus second-hand items. Items include gym equipment, office furniture and more.

All expressions of interests must be submitted on the form supplied by Council to be considered. EOI forms are available from the Council Offices, 36 Linsley Street, Cobar or from Cobar Shire Council’s Facebook page.

Items can be viewed on Cobar Shire Council’s Facebook page or at the Cobar Youth and Fitness Centre on Thursday, 21 October 2021 between 4 – 5pm. As this is not an essential service anyone attending must be double vaccinated and evidence of this will be required prior to entry.

Expressions of interest must be submitted in the tender box located in the foyer of the Council Office, 36 Linsley Street, Cobar by 2pm Monday, 25 October 2021.

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Police investigate a number of acts of vandalism Investigations are underway into three incidents of vandalism that were reported to Cobar Police over the past week.

An unknown person or persons have smashed windows and the main office front door at Cobar High School sometime on Saturday night or early Sunday morning.

Cobar High School principal Shane Carter said the damage was discovered by a staff member who had gone into the school on Sunday.

He reports the vandals also reached through one of the broken windows and set alight some aprons (worn by students during cooking).

He said luckily the fire burnt itself out but not before causing some serious damage to the floor.

“This vandalism will cost a considerable amount of money to repair as well as putting several learning areas out of action,” Mr Carter said.

Cobar Police Sergeant Chris Power said forensic examinations were carried out, the results of which are pending.

Forensic evidence was also taken from a vehicle that was parked outside a home in Louth Road that had all of its windows smashed.

The vandalism of a vehicle parked outside the home of a resident in Louth Road (which The incident occurred sometime between had all of its windows smashed) is one of a number of incidents of vandalism over the past midnight on Sunday and 6.30am on Monday morning. week that Cobar Police are currently investigating. ▪ Photo contributed A third report of vandalism was made by a resident in Green Street whose fence was kicked in by unknown persons in the early hours of last Tuesday morning.

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October 2021 21 Women’s Health Nurse visit 21 Junior Rugby League AGM—rescheduled 22 Cobar Preschool enrolments close 22 Junior Golf Clinic 23 Golf Come & Try Day 23 Nymagee Flower Show—cancelled 23&24 Cobar Yabbies Reunion—postponed 24 Cobar Rugby Union Club AGM 24 Canbelego RFB AGM 25 Cobar Athletics & Triathlon Squad AGM 28 Cobar Shire Council Ordinary Meeting 28 Irymple RFB AGM 29-31 Cobar Arts Council competition November 2021 1 Cobar Hospital Auxiliary meeting 4 Cobar Junior Rugby League AGM 13 Cobar Swimming Club Carnival 26 Cobar RLFC coaching applications close December 2021 1 Cobar Lady Golfers AGM 3 Biz Assoc Christmas Street Parade 4 Cobar VIEW Club Christmas party September 2022 21-25 Running On Empty Festival

Music teacher Judy Toomey, from Toomey’s Tunes, was a special guest at the Cobar Mobile Children’s Service playgroup session in Drummond Park yesterday. In addition to taking along some music instruments, Judy also dropped in with her parachute which proved to be a big hit with the kids.

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• Sympathy is extended to the family and many friends of a much loved member of our community, Ethan Black, who passed away on Saturday.

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Outwest Pest Control

6836 2234

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NSW Rural Fire Service Notice of AGM

MEETINGS NSW Rural Fire Service Notice of AGM

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4pm, Thursday October 28 “Pine Hill” Mailbox, Developmental Rd

3pm this Sunday

BIRTHDAY

October 24 Canbelego RFB Station

Happy 60th Birthday

Cobar Athletics & Triathlon Squad

Love from all of us xxx

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Monday, October 25 6.30pm Room 2 at the Golfie All positions declared vacant New members welcome • JKM Dynamic Fitness • KML Industries • L + R Group • Stationery Essentials • Gumnut Gifts & Homewares

• Regional Australia Bank • Copper City Tyre Service • Tronic Group • Cobar Bowling & Golf Club

Cobar Junior Rugby League AGM

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Due to the current COVID restrictions

Hunter’s Taxi

will now be operating Wednesday to Sunday CLOSED Monday & Tuesday

THURSDAY EVENINGS AT WARD OVAL FIRST GAME OCT 28 LAST GAME DEC 16 9 - 12 & 13 - 16 AGE DIVISIONS $30 REGO For more info and how to register join Cobar Junior Touch Football on Facebook or contact Lisa 0412 683 670 or Emma 0407 362 521 Full COVID Safe Plan Players 16 years old, adult spectators and helpers must complete QR Code sign in and be fully vaccinated to attend

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PUBLIC NOTICE

POSITIONS VACANT

Creative Art, Craft & Photography Competition

Applications for this role close on Sunday 7 November 2021

www.cobarweekly.com.au

Lilliane Brady Village Assistant in Nursing

Casual & Permanent Part Time Available The Lilliane Brady Village, is a 44-bed residential aged care facility, owned and operated by Cobar Shire Council.

Our mission is to provide flexible quality care to aged and disabled residents, recognising the special needs of those who suffer from Dementia. We provide a place of security, safety, and ongoing care in a welcoming home like environment, at the same time considering the staff’s needs and safety.

Well-motivated professional and skilled staff will provide encouragement, support, and holistic care appropriate to each resident’s individual needs, helping them to maintain optimal independence.

• Being flexible and responding to our resident’s changing needs • Recognising and respecting each resident’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality • Forming a partnership with the residents, family, staff, volunteers, and the community representatives to maintain quality of life • Motivation, Teamwork, and Training

• Adherence to documented processes that complies with the requirements of the Aged Care Act and meets Local, State and Federal regulations • Providing a transparent mechanism for concerns and complaints by residents, family, staff, volunteers, and the community • Implementing and monitoring corrective actions for any deficiencies using a Continuous Improvement approach

Applying for the Position To apply for this position, please complete an application form which includes addressing the selection criteria listed in that document.

All applicants must be willing to undergo a National Police Check and pre-employment medical.

Application forms are available on the Cobar Shire Council Website.

All applications should be marked 'Confidential - Position Vacant (Lilliane Brady Village).

Enquiries: Director of Nursing, Helen Spyt on 02 6836 7200 Wednesday October 20, 2021 The Cobar Weekly Page 15

POSITIONS VACANT

Library Assistants Multiple positions available, working up to 30 hours each week, including alternate Saturdays.

Library assistants are our frontline of customer service for the Cobar Shire & TAFE Library and are passionate about giving back to the community.

Duties include issuing and returning all library materials using our computerised library system; troubleshooting technology, receipting money from the public; as well as other general office and clerical duties.

To be successful in this role you will have exceptional customer service skills and the enthusiasm to help our diverse range of library users with the flexibility to adapt and the ability to prioritise and multi-task.

These positions are classified as a Band 1, Level 2 ($25.41hr) plus superannuation under Council’s salary system in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.

To apply for a role, please go to https://applynow.net.au/jobs/S52143 or the employment page on Council’s website and follow the instructions.

Applications close Monday 1 November 2021 Cobar Shire Council welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.

STOREPERSON REQUIRED FULL TIME PERMANENT POSITION KML Industries Pty Ltd is an engineering & metal fabrication workshop with an extensive spare parts & hardware store.

KML services Cobar & surrounds mining and rural industries offering a great working environment, with a competitive salary.

This job suits a person who is extremely self-motivated, conscientious & hard working, physically fit with great communication & basic computer skills.

This position will require some overtime & fortnightly Saturday morning work.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to

• Receiving & Unpacking of Goods • Packing goods ready for despatch • Maintaining Stock levels & Ordering goods • Regular Stocktakes • Customer Service • Ensuring parts are booked to Jobs / Customers • Driving forklifts for unloading & loading of trucks • Manufacturing hydraulic hoses • Local gas deliveries • Maintaining a clean & tidy store Skills Required • Excellent communication & organisational skills • Driver’s Licence • Computer literate Please send your resume & application to

bushy@kml.com.au

KML Industries Pty Ltd 12 Hartman Street Cobar NSW 2835

Applications Close Friday October 22, 2021

Applications for this role close on Sunday 7 November 2021

Have you got an EVENT coming up and need help to promote it?

Call the friendly staff at The Cobar Weekly to discuss advertising Phone 6836 3616 or email advertising@cobarweekly.com.au

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Wednesday October 20, 2021 The Cobar Weekly Page 17

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resources companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 90 commodities. Our operations comprise around 150 mining and metallurgical sites, oil production assets and agricultural facilities - supported by a network of more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries.

We employ approximately 160,000 people including contractors and we provide people with the opportunity to develop and grow their expertise and the confidence to grow their careers.

APPRENTICESHIPS FOR 2022 CSA Mine is a high-grade underground copper mine located in Cobar, Central Western NSW. Employing over 400 people, CSA Mine is now looking for new members to join the team.

We are currently seeking applications for Apprenticeships in the following disciplines for 2022: • • •

Metal Fabrication & Welding Electrical Fitting & Machining

Why choose CSA Mine as your Future Employer?

As a CSA Mine Apprentice you can earn while you learn and also receive: • An excellent remuneration package which includes above market superannuation starting at 10% (increasing each anniversary up to 13%) • Quarterly Target Bonus Scheme • Supportive mentoring and coaching from experienced tradespersons and operators • Structured offsite training • Tool Allowance • Free access to the local swimming pool and gym facilities • Access to CSA’s Employee Assistance Program

• •

Heavy Diesel Mechanical Auto Electrical

CSA Mine selects applicants who are able to demonstrate the following: • Positive school reports and references (for school leavers) • Mature/responsible attitude • Strong work ethic • Self-motivation • Solid communication skills • Ability to work in a team based environment

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic mining operation that recognises achievement and offers genuine career opportunities.

Applications addressing the above criteria and a current CV should be emailed to recruitment.csa@glencore.com.au Applications Close Friday 29th October 2021

Page 18 The Cobar Weekly Wednesday October 20, 2021

POSITION VACANT

Chief Executive Officer The Cobar Local Aboriginal Land Council is seeking suitable applicants for the above position. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible to the Members and will report to the Chairperson and Board of Directors.

DUTIES: To undertake duties involving the day-to-day administration and financial management of the Land Council in accordance with the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (1983). This will include maintaining the organization's policies and guidelines in its endeavours to achieve community objectives set out in the Community Land and Business Plan, with an emphasis on submissions, maintaining accountability and capacity building. We also manage a growing housing stock of 27 properties & additional blocks of land.

ESSENTIAL: Applicants must have experience in office management and administration, the ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with Aboriginal people. Strong communication and negotiation skills together with an understanding of Aboriginal issues and experience in WH&S practices. Solid practical experience running funded projects and programs. A NSW Driver’s Licence is also essential.

News

Warmer days and nights ahead

After a mild top of 25.8 degrees was recorded in Cobar last Thursday (that included a light shower of 0.02mm rain in the afternoon), the mercury then took a dive overnight.

Cobar residents woke up to a much cooler morning on Friday and were greeted by 9.5 degrees before the daytime temperature only reached a top of 17 degrees.

Another shower of rain on Friday put a further 0.4mm in the Bureau of Meteorology’s rain gauge at Cobar Airport, bringing our total rainfall to 349.2mm for 2021.

It started to warm up again on Saturday and reached 20.8 degrees before another very fresh start on Sunday morning.

Overnight it had dropped to 6.6 degrees which, according to the Bureau, is the lowest minimum temperature this month.

By late Sunday afternoon the mercury had climbed back up to a pleasant 25 degrees.

Monday was warm and sunny with a maximum of 23.1 degrees.

The days ahead are expected to be mostly sunny with a slight chance of rain tomorrow, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

The days will be warmer with 27 degrees the expected top temperature for today while 29 degrees is forecast for tomorrow.

The mercury is expected to jump to a very warm 34 degrees by Friday, the predicted hottest day of the week.

Friday is also predicted to have the warmest night of the week with the mercury expected to only dip to 16 degrees overnight.

The weekend is looking great with 28 the

expected maximum for Saturday while Sunday should be a mild 23 degrees.

The start of the working week is looking pretty good too, with Monday heading for a maximum of 24 after an overnight low of nine degrees.

Unclaimed money

More than $467 million of unclaimed money is sitting with Revenue NSW ready to make its way into the hands of NSW citizens.

The forgotten money held by Revenue NSW includes share dividends, trust accounts, refunds, commissions, deceased estates and money from a range of other sources.

The largest single amount held on the unclaimed money register is more than $1 million from a deceased estate in Cabramatta, while there are 10 amounts of more than $500,000 each, waiting to be collected by the rightful owners.

There are also more than 255,000 unpresented cheques worth $108 million waiting to make their way to the proper accounts.

You can search for unclaimed money on the Revenue NSW website.

Go to: www.revenue.nsw.gov.au/unclaimed-money/ search.

It’s a free service offered by the NSW Government to return money to its owners.

The unclaimed money register holds money that has not made it to the correct owner for any number of reasons, including a change of address or name, misplaced paperwork or has simply been forgotten.

DESIRABLE: Knowledge of the Aboriginal Land Council functions, administration and funding procedures, knowledge of the local area, social housing, rental property management experience and Aboriginality.

GENERAL: Aboriginal persons are encouraged to apply. Applications should specifically consider the relevant job description. Applicants should provide a minimum of two (2) recent references. Some travel may be involved with this position.

Salary is negotiable dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Access to salary sacrifice as a PBI, and a 4wd vehicle is provided All applicants must obtain a copy of the recruitment package containing the position description, selection criteria and must address the selection criteria for their application to be considered.

For further details on the position and for a copy of the Recruitment Pack please contact Janelle McDonnell CLALC Chairperson chairperson@cobarlalc.com with CEO Recruitment in the subject line.

Applications close 5pm 30 November 2021 Wednesday October 20, 2021 The Cobar Weekly Page 19

News

Western LLS is ramping up collaring efforts on feral animals Western Local Land Services staff are ramping up their collaring efforts on wild dogs and pigs as part of the Western Tracks project.

The collaborative research project aims to improve the management of wild dogs and feral pigs.

Private and public landholders, pest animal management and Landcare groups and government agencies are working together to deliver the project.

The effectiveness of control efforts are measured by using GPS collars to monitor wild dogs and feral pigs.

After working through a number of challenges presented by COVID-19 restrictions, collaring efforts for wild dogs in a the Western region got back underway in early September.

Currently 46 traps are being monitored by members of the project team, Professional Wild Dog Controllers and local landholders.

Having collared seven wild dogs earlier this year, the project team are hoping to collar another 28 wild dogs over the next month.

Of the seven wild dogs that were collared, two are still alive and continuing to provide data of their movements, with the five deWestern Local Land Services is ramping up their efforts to collar wild pigs and dogs as ceased wild dogs provided valuable data part of the Western Tracks project. Pictured are Darren Marshall (Southern Queensland while they were alive. the 30 feral pigs that were collared by Landscapes), Grant Davis (Western LLS) and Bruce Duncan (NSW Farmers) attaching a theOfend of 2020, 25 are still roaming the landcollar to a feral pig. ▪ Photo contributed scape, with some of the initial data provided to landholders and stakeholders.

The project team are looking to re-issue the The Cobar Weekly five collars that were removed from the deProudly serving the community for 36 years ceased feral pigs, with good numbers of feral pigs currently being free fed and monitored with cameras at trap sites to enable collaring in the coming days.

Landholders are reminded that if they trap or shoot a feral pig and find it has an ear tag, simply record the tag number and GPS location of the site and give your local biosecurity officer a call and they can tell you where it was first tagged.

More information about the project is available at www.lls.nsw.gov.au or by contacting your local biosecurity officer, or Western LLS office.

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Sport

Only six brave swimmers (and two timekeepers) turned out for the Cobar Yabbies Senior Men’s Swimming Club’s meet last Tuesday night at the Cobar Memorial Swimming Pool.

After a very cool start to the week, swimmers braced themselves on the blocks on Tuesday night before they dived in for what they knew would be a chilly dip.

The cool conditions however didn’t hinder Jason Toomey’s performance in the first event, the 30m freestyle handicapped swim, and Toomey turned in a good time to finish within 0.07 seconds of his nominated time and claim first place.

Murray Harland finished in second place on 0.15 and, after clean sweeping the pool in his first week of competition, Lucas Hardy

had to settle for third place last Tuesday after he finished within 0.50 seconds of his nominated time.

Paul Swainston won the 50m event with 0.50 seconds off his time.

He was well ahead of Hardy (0.97) in second spot and Harland (1.31) finished third.

The 100m swim in the cold conditions proved to be a challenge with Hardy regaining some good form to win with a time of 1.63 seconds outside his nominated time.

John Carswell was further back in second place with 2.78 off his time, while the next best finisher was Swainston, who grabbed third place with a whopping 8.06 seconds off his time.

Due to the bracing wind, no brace relay was conducted.

RSL Diggers claim Development a big 9-2 win over funding for local Golfie Gophers sports clubs RSL Diggers had a big win finishing with a 9-2 victory over Golfie Gophers in last Wednesday’s darts competition.

Golfie Dartaholics won on a forfeit from the Golfie Spearchuckers while the Empire Barflies had the week off with a bye.

Hundreds and high scores were thrown by: Golfie Gophers—Jim Nicholls 135, Jaci Duell 100 and Chris Hooker 100, 100; RSL Diggers—Shane Haddy 120, 100; Tony Brown 125, 100, 100 and Kyle Roberts 120.

The highest score of the week was 135 thrown by Jim Nicholls, while the ladies highest score of the week was 100 recorded

by Jaci Duell.

Mom Thou had the highest peg out for the week for the ladies with 40, while the men’s highest peg out was 79, recorded by Tony Brown.

The finals will commence tonight.

In A Grade RSL Diggers will take on the Dartaholics and Golfie Gophers has the bye.

There are no B Grade games to be played tonight.

Local sports clubs can now apply for funding from the annual Local Sport Grant Program with $50,000 allocated to the Barwon electorate this year.

State Member for Barwon Roy Butler encourages local sporting groups to apply for funding.

Eligible projects should have a focus on increasing regular and on-going participation in sport, increasing participation and access for women, girls and population groups under-represented in participation, addressing barriers to participation in sport or that will assist clubs to provide quality service to their members and meet community needs.

Funding can be applied for in the following areas – Sport club development, a maximum of $2,000 per club; Community sport events, maximum of $5,000; Sport access, maximum of $5,000; and Facility development, maximum of $15,000.

Applications close next month.

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Kids Christmas Raffle Drawn December 19

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Abusive behaviour towards staff will not be tolerated.

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Sport

Hardwick hacks away at her handicap Golfie hosts the Hillston bowlers Fay Hardwick has knocked her handicap down yet again after another few days of solid golf last week.

Winning last Wednesday’s Ladies Par game with a score of -1 and collecting the Nearest the Pin prize for A Grade on the 7th hole, Hardwick is destined for a single figure handicap if the last few weeks’ results are any indication.

Geraldine Francisco was the runner-up on Wednesday with -2 and Angela Fryer was next with -3.

Ann Dunn and Glenda Peebles were other pin winners.

Saturday’s Par round placings were all decided on countbacks.

Robynne Morton came out on top with -1 from Fay Hardwick and Angela Fryer, after all had the same score.

Fran Samios and Sue Phillips were also separated on a countback (-2 each).

The Nearest the Pin winners on the 8th hole were Fay Hardwick in A Grade and Sue Phillips in B Grade. There was no C Grade winner.

Narelle Kriz had a brilliant round in Sun-

day’s Stroke game, finishing with 80 off the stick to give her a winning 69 net score.

Fran Samios placed second posting 70 net and Samios was also the best on the greens with 25 putts.

Angela Fryer found herself in the placings for a third time this week after finishing the day with 73 net.

Tina Gordon was back in fourth position on 74 net.

Stableford games are scheduled for today and Saturday.

After Covid-19 has played havoc with the golf calendar over the past 18 months, the Cobar Lady Golfers have decided to have a local ‘Covid Trophy Day’, that will be played over 27 holes this Sunday.

It will be contested in a Stroke format (the front nine holes will be played twice), with two lots of Nearest the Pins and Longest Drive prizes on offer for each grade as well as a Straightest Drive prize.

As numbers in each grade will be down compared to an Open event, it has been decided by the match committee to separate players into divisions 1 and 2 for the day.—T’d Off

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A field of 20 players participated in Sunday’s social bowls event at the Golfie in beautiful weather.

It was fantastic to see some bowling mates from Hillston who decided to go for a little drive this weekend.

With their inclusion, organisers took the opportunity to have a bit of a change in the playing format and two games of 10 end pairs were contested.

The winners of the day (with two wins and + 16 score) were Barry Bargwanna and Greg Reiko (Hillston).

Not too far behind in second place were Shane Carter and Craig ‘Duck’ Grimmond with two wins and +14.

Glenn Ratcliffe and Kyle Roberts claimed third spot.

The Giraffe Award was again hotly contested with a notable bowl from John Claus finding the sand a long, long way from the jack, however Noel Graham (from Hillston) was declared the winner due to the sheer large numbers of wayward bowls (but he did reportedly have a great time doing it!).

The club’s triples championship date has been announced as November 6 and 7.

Team nominations can be put on the bowlers board at the club.

Bowlers must be double vaccinated to play.—Biased

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THIS WEEKEND If you are planning to visit the club please abide by all current restrictions.

You must be fully vaccinated and have proof to enter the Club. You must ensure that you sign in and out of the venue.

The door is manned at all times to ensure this procedure is carried out by all patrons; a staff member must see your sign in screen.

Masks must be worn at all times unless consuming foods or beverages. You must bring your own mask.

When capacity has been reached the club will have no other option then to refuse entry to patrons.

Triple Bowls Tournament

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Social Bowls 10am Sundays

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Sport

▪ Hardwick hacks away at her handicap

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▪ Golfie hosts Hillston ▪ Sports grants on offer

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Close results in men’s golf

Community sport, like touch football, has been given the green light to recommence in NSW. Pictured above are last season’s senior touch football competition winners, the Mighty Red Roosters.

Local sport is set to return

With NSW hitting the 80 per cent vaccination rate this week, it paves the way for community sport to recommence.

As per the new rules around exercise and recreation, community sports are permitted in compliance with the Public Health Oder and gathering limits.

Sport can be resumed for fully vaccinated staff, spectators and participants aged 16 years and over. (Children under 15 are not required to be accompanied by an adult. All adults who attend sporting competitions however need to be fully vaccinated.)

Outdoor sports will have a maximum limit

of 200 people.

The Cobar Swimming Club and Cobar Junior Touch competition organisers both announced on Monday they are ready to go.

Cobar Swimming club will commence their pointscore swims next Wednesday while the new junior touch competition will kick off next Thursday night at Ward Oval.

The Cobar & District Cricket Club is planning to commence their 2021/2022 season by the end of the month while the Cobar Little A’s Club, who had planned to start their season more than a month ago, are currently making plans to restart their season.

The Men’s Golf Par Event held on Saturday attracted a quality field of 18 players and ended with some close results.

Bill Fugar, with +4, finished as the winner closely followed by Rob Cummins, Ian Prendergast, Marc Quinn and Ray Yench, who all finished with +3.

Nearest to the Pin prizes were won by Yench on the 3rd and 7th holes, Fugar on the 8th hole and Quinn won the prizes on the 11th and 15th holes.

The 8th round of the Captain’s Trophy competition was played on Sunday and the Stroke event resulted in another close finish.

Garry Wilkin outlasted the rest of the field shooting one over off the stick, to win with a net score of 71.

Piers Brown was in second place with a net score of 72 on a countback from Peter Lawrence in third and Bill Fugar in 4th, after all finished with 72 net.

Nearest to the Pin prizes were won by Clive Jones on the 3rd and 11th holes, Max Phillips on the 7th and 15th holes and Fugar took the prize on the 8th hole.

Colin ‘Butch’ Eves was the winner of last Wednesday’s Stableford competition.

Eves’ score of 38 stableford points was one shot better than Ray Yench on 37 stableford points.

The ever consistent Max Phillips picked up third place with 35 stableford points.

The only Nearest to the Pin prize to be won on the day was recorded by Phillips on the 7th hole.

This week a stableford competition will be contested today.

The Bill Bartlett Memorial Four-Ball-BestBall Stableford will be played on Saturday and an Individual Stableford will be held on Sunday.—Three Aces

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