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Thursday August 28, 2025

Volume 40 No. 31

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The Cobar Weekly Forecasters warning of ‘Fake spring’ Pg 2

Council participates in EV trial Pg 3

Discussions continue on national park land Pg 6

CSA donates $20,000 to Brennan Centre

Cobar Brennan Centre committee members Barry Knight, Samantha Smith, Troy Knight and Colleen Boucher were pleased to recently receive a $20,000 donation from MAC Copper/CSA Mine (who was represented by employee Simone Willis). The contribution has gone towards various cosmetic projects, maintenance and helped to refurbish an existing unit at the centre. The donation was approved by former CSA Mine general manager Robert Walker, who said the company was committed to giving back to the community with the Brennan Centre having supported staff members’ families and friends in the past and potentially in the future.

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Weather forecasters are warning it’s only a ‘fake spring’

Newly planted flowers in the CBD definitely make it look like spring has already arrived.

It may look like spring and feel like spring, however weather forecasters are warning it’s only a ‘fake spring’.

The thermometer topped out at a very spring -like 26.7 degrees on Tuesday, which is well above the average of 18.2 degrees for this time of the year.

The run of above average weather began on Friday when it reached 19.1, Saturday was warm and sunny at 21.5 and Sunday’s top temperature was 20.1 degrees.

Our run of unseasonably warm weather however came to an end yesterday (it hadn’t quite reached 18 degrees by the time we went to print) and we can expect a shift toward cooler conditions over the coming week.

The Bureau of Meteorology is predicting it will reach a top of 18 today while tomorrow forecast is 20 degrees with the slight chance of a shower of rain.

Saturday is expected to be a partly cloudy day with a top of 14.

After an overnight low of just three degrees, there is the chance of a morning frost on Sunday and it should warm up to a high of 17 degrees during the day.

Monday is predicted to be partly cloudy with a maximum of 18 degrees (after an overnight low of four degrees).

Rainfall of varying amounts was recorded in the Cobar Shire last week.

Sheena Geppert recorded one of the highest falls of 31mm at Restdown Station near Canbelego.

According to the Bureau, the total we received in town was much less with 13.4mm of rain recorded in the town’s gauge.

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Far west councils are taking part in an electric vehicle trial Cobar Shire Council will be taking part “The trial will give us valuable insights into “Trials like this give us the chance to in the Far North West Electric Vehicle the practicalities and opportunities of using properly test EVs under Cobar’s conditions Trial over the next three weeks.

EVs in a regional setting,” she said. and see how they can support our environA Kia EV5 Air Long Range SUV will be Council’s Environmental Officer, Godwin mental goals,” Mr Pauly said. tested in local conditions to assess whether it Pauly, is also interested in the trial.

Coonamble, Walgett, and Bourke Shire and/or other electric vehicles (EVs) can meet “I was initially a little sceptical about the Councils are also participating in the trial, the requirements of Council’s fleet. range, but not about the acceleration, it’s im- sharing the Long Range SUVs in three-week This initiative is being undertaken in collab- pressive. blocks. oration with the Far North West Joint Organisation (FNWJO) as part of the Joint Organisations Net Zero Acceleration (JONZA) project, funded by the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

The project explores how electric vehicles (EVs) can assist in reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions across Council operations.

Cobar Mayor, Jarrod Marsden is pleased to see Cobar Shire is taking part in this regional trial.

“It’s a practical way to understand how new technologies can support our community while moving towards a more sustainable future,” Cr Marsden said.

Council’s general manager, Peter Vlatko is looking forward to seeing how the EV performs under local conditions and testing the manufacturer’s claim of a 555-kilometre driving range.

“Council is always looking at opportunities to use assets more efficiently, and this trial will help us assess the potential benefits of EVs in terms of lower fuel and maintenance costs,” Mr Vlatko said.

He said the trial is only one part of Council’s broader efforts to reduce energy consumption and costs.

“We recently had an energy expert conduct audits of our highest energy-using sites as part Cobar Shire Council’s Fleet and Facilities Coordinator, Rachel Ward, and Environmental Officer, Godwin Pauly, are both keen to see how the Kia EV5 Air Long of the JONZA project.

“These results will help us identify the most Range SUV will test in local conditions as part of the Far North West Electric Vehicle effective options for improving energy effi- Trial over the next three weeks. Photo contributed ciency across Council facilities,” he said.

Council’s Fleet and Facilities Coordinator, Follow us on Facebook Rachel Ward, said the trial was an opportunity to experience first-hand how EVs could fit for all the latest news and information into Council’s fleet.

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Preserving our history

Cobar Shire Council is currently in the process of updating our historical business information signs around the CBD. Originally an initiative of the Cobar Business Association, the signs tell the history of our early Cobar businesses and business people. This one on the corner of Marshall and Linsley streets tells the history of WH Bannister and the Cheapside Butchery.

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Cobar women urged to put their health first

Cobar women are being urged to put their health first during Women’s Health Week next week by booking a cervical screening test.

Cobar women have the lowest rate of cervical screening in the Western NSW Local Health District with less than half the women in our community (44.8 per cent) up to date with their cervical screening, Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.

Statistics show that 70 per cent of women who get cervical cancer have never been screened or did not screen regularly.

Cervical screening is quick, simple and could save a woman’s life.

This simple test will pick up any early changes to the cervix long before cancer develops.

The test only takes a few minutes, and for most women aged 25–74, it’s needed just once every five years.

Women can even choose a selfcollected test for more privacy and comfort.

Cobar women are encouraged to book a test with the Women’s Health Nurse who will be at the Cobar Health Service next week or call into the Women’ Health Expo at the Youth Centre next Tuesday to get more information about screening.

Local women are encouraged to invite their friends, sisters, and mums to do the same.

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National Parks discussion is on Council’s agenda

The recent purchase of almost 35,000 hectares of agriculture land in the far west by the NSW Government to be converted to National Parks, will be discussed at Cobar Shire Council’s Ordinary Meeting today.

Cr Bob Sinclair has put forward a Notice of Motion to the meeting looking for support for the Government to provide a business case and management plans for all lands purchased as National Parks within the Far West Region.

Cr Sinclair’s calls upon Council to seek the support of the Far North West Joint Organisation (FNWJO) to write to the Premier and relevant Ministers in the NSW Government for information about all the land purchased as National Parks in the Far West region over the last five years.

Cr Sinclair asks if there are any other means of protecting native fauna and flora i.e. nature credits and how such purchases have and will affect the local communities and their Councils.

He also calls on Council to obtain a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NSW Government to take into consideration council rates, access to water, road and fire trail maintenance, the erection and maintenance of national park boundary fences, payment of Wild Dog fence rates when breeding programs for wild dogs exist south of the Wild Dog fence, the control of feral animals and noxious weeds.

The matter of the land acquisition was also discussed at Council’s Rural Roads Advisory Committee meeting at Tilpa earlier this month.

Tilpa community resident Justin McClure recommended that Council establish an MOU with National Parks and approach State Member for Barwon Roy Butler to advocate for National Parks’ financial contributions equivalent to rates. He recommended that FNWJO push for clear agreements between Council and National Parks.

Cr Sinclair’s motion is one of two Notices of Motion to be tabled at today’s meeting.

In the second Notice of Motion, Cr Wayne Phillips is calling for the Mayor (on behalf of Council) to write to the Local Government NSW and seek support and action in addressing the lack of mobile phone coverage that occurs between townships that currently exists, in particular in regional NSW.

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Touring the town

Calling out bad behaviour

Dear editor, To those responsible for cutting fences and chasing cattle around Wrightville Common in a 4WD, your actions are reckless and cruel.

These animals, including young calves that have only just been marked, are being harassed and stressed.

Some cows are heavily pregnant, and it’s believed that two heifers have already been removed from the common and possibly slaughtered.

To anyone considering starting a family with people who behave like this, I would think twice.

In my books, these clowns show a complete lack of respect, compassion, and responsibility.

If anyone has information about those involved, please contact me or report it to the police.

Mick Griffiths, Cobar

Banned from one, banned from all Six patrons who all received three month bans from the Great Western Hotel for bad behaviour have also copped a further ban from the Cobar Services Club.

A list of barred patrons from each local licensed premises was discussed at a recent Cobar Liquor Accord committee meeting.

Two males who were fighting at the Great Western, another male who inappropriately touched a female, along with two males who decided to serve themselves and a female who was caught fighting, were all given a three month ban and the matters reported to police.

Following the incidents at the Great Western Hotel, the Cobar Services Club has invoked a one month ban on each as per the club’s licence rules.

Another woman, who was acting inappropriately at the Services Club, and then became aggressive towards staff when she was asked to leave, initially received a three month from the premises.

The matter was taken to the club’s board of directors who awarded a higher penalty and banned the woman from the premises for 12 months.

We’ve had lots of tourists heading through town over the past month on their way to and from the Mundi Mundi Bash music festival near Broken Hill and we’ve also had some bus tours calling in to see the sights. This group stopped for the obligatory photo at the COBAR sign, visited the Cobar Sound Chapel and also the Newey as part of their tour with a local guide, Samantha Smith, from the Great Cobar Museum.

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Motorists affected by alcohol, drugs and “A split second of carelessness or recklessfatigue were targeted by police across NSW ness can mean someone never makes it home. roads, including in the Cobar Shire, during “Police don’t knock on a door to tell a family Operation RAID last week. their loved one is gone because of bad luck.

Operation RAID (Remove All Impaired “It’s the devastating result of a decision that Drivers) 2025 commenced at 12.01am on that someone has to live with – or not live Thursday and concluded at 11.59pm on Satur- through – for the rest of their life. day.

“As the roads get busier heading into the During the three-day operation, police con- warmer months, we’re urging every driver to ducted more than 87,000 breath tests with 186 make safe choices.” drink driving offences detected, and conducted Assistant Commissioner David Driver, Com9,166 drug tests with 660 people returning mander of Traffic and Highway Patrol, said positive samples.

Operation RAID saw police vehicles out While the operation focused on detecting across the state on the streets targeting imdrivers operating a vehicle impaired by alco- paired drivers. hol, drugs or fatigue, the high-visibility opera- “The results of the operation speak for themtion saw police across the state issue 5,577 selves,” Assistant Commissioner Driver said. traffic infringement notices, including 1,342 “It is a reminder that anyone who presents a for speed related offences, 217 for mobile danger on our roads will become a focus. phone usage, and 71 seatbelt/helmet related “People can be stopped for random breath or offences. drug testing, and this can occur on any road at Police attended 261 major crashes with two any time,” he said. people having died on NSW roads – one of “If you are contemplating this type of danthose in regional areas. gerous behaviour, have a good think about Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism your actions.

Yasmin Catley said that police will continue to “Think about other innocent road users, target dangerous drivers but real change starts those in your vehicle and the families that will with the choices people make before they even be impacted by your actions or inactions, inturn the key. cluding your own.

“These numbers are a sobering reminder that “Our commitment to reducing road trauma driving is a responsibility not a right. doesn’t stop when Operation RAID concludes.

“People don’t get into a car expecting their Police will continue to maintain a strong preslives to change forever but it happens every ence on the roads,” Assistant Commissioner day,” Minister Catley said.

Driver said.

CWA prepares to celebrate 100 years The Country Women’s Association State Conference each year and this year’s (CWA) Cobar Branch held its August focus will be on Australian Cut Flowers and meeting recently to discuss the upcoming Micro Bats.

Celebration of its 100 Years in the Com- CWA’s Cultural Studies on other Countries munity in October 2026. in the Commonwealth will this year spotlight CWA Cobar Branch President Colleen Bou- South Korea. cher reports the club will be holding an CWA branches will also discuss various Awareness Week next month. state social issues, continue to advocate for “This is celebrated every year at the same better conditions in country areas, including time,” Mrs Boucher said. women’s health issues, and continue to fund“Cobar Branch will be open to the public raise for disaster relief where needed across with a barbecue, stalls and a display showing NSW. what CWA is involved in across the state.”

Mrs Boucher shared a CWA recipe: To She said some of the group’s projects, like make us happy and agreeable to other people, The Land Cookery competition, are open to you need: 1lb good temper, 1lb patience, 3lb the public for their participation. unselfishness, 2lb cheerfulness, 2lb tolerance, The group also participates in handicraft 1½lb contentment and 1lb fun. Mix well with competitions between other CWA branches in two quarts of human kindness. the Far West Group and beyond.

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Positive results from Blue Heeler Mount Hope Mining Limited has announced positive results from a recently completed electromagnetic survey at their Blue Heeler prospect.

Located 2km south of the historical Great Central & Comet Copper mines at the Mt Hope Project, south of Cobar, Blue Heeler is shaping up to be an exciting new target for the company.

Mount Hope Mining Managing Director & CEO Fergus Kiley said last week that drill results identified strong EM conductors sit in a highly prospective position along a major mineralised basin structure (Sugar Loaf Fault), which is responsible for the Mt Hope, Great Central & Comet copper mines.

He said geological signs, coupled with historical data were “extremely positive”.

Mr Kiley explained the prospect lies 1km south of the Anomaly 3 prospect (which contains a gold-rich, weathered massive sulphide lens), and is situated at a geological boundary between volcanic and sedimentary rocks, on the edge of a magnetic target.

He said all point “towards the positive prospectivity of the Blue Heeler target”.

“Which is why we are advancing this target to be included in our upcoming drill program,” Mr Kiley said.

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Magical princesses

Among the many characters at Cobar Public School’s Book Week parade last Wednesday at the school were three beautiful princesses, Sunny Murray, Mary-Jane Miller and Myla Fullagar. Other Book Week activities at the school included a teddy bear sleepover in the school library and a Parent Picnic after the Book Week parade.

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Targeting weeds in far West NSW Royal Far West welcomes funding announcement

Western Local Land Services (Western these important on-ground works will have LLS) has partnered with local landholders positive outcomes for primary production and to deliver targeted weed control works in the environment.

Far West NSW. “Weeds are a significant issue for many The on-ground works come following a landholders in the Far West so opportunities survey to determine the presence, spread and like this to undertake targeted on-ground density of four priority weeds: Jumping Cholla works provides valuable support,” Erlina said.

(Cylindropuntia fulgida), Boxing Glove Cac- “In addition to the on-ground works that tus (Cylindropuntia fulgida var. mamillata), have and will be delivered, the data collected Hudson Pear (Cylindropuntia pallida) and through the survey can be used to help inform Mesquite (Prosposis). future weed control projects and activities, as Following the survey, WLLSs worked with well as advocate for further funding for onlandholders to undertake strategic weed con- ground works.” trol activities on a number of properties with Landholders wanting further information heavy Mesquite infestations. about managing weeds on their property Further weed control works with landholders should speak with their Local Control Authoris planned to occur on properties in the com- ity, by contacting their local shire council. ing months.

For further information about identifying WLLS General Manager, Erlina St Vincent priority weeds in their area, landholders can said partnering with landholders to deliver visit: weeds.dpi.nsw.gov.au

Charity runner to pass through Cobar Broken Hill man Mitch McKenny will (FAST), Mitch decided a run would be the pass through Cobar on Monday on his best way he could contribute.

1,100km, 27 day run to Newcastle to raise FAST Australia is dedicated to advancing money for a family friend. research, care, and advocacy for Angelman Mitch said this endurance challenge isn’t Syndrome (AS), ensuring families receive just about distance; it’s about creating aware- timely diagnoses, expert-informed care, eduness, raising vital funds, and bringing hope to cation, and access to clinical trials. families living with Angelman syndrome.

Through initiatives like the Global AngelMitch’s friends’ Jess and Bree Maguire’s man Syndrome Registry, the Navigators clinison Huxley, after months of illness and trau- cal nurse program, and efforts to improve matic tests, was diagnosed with Angelman early diagnosis, FAST is working to accelersyndrome, a rare genetic disorder. ate progress toward effective treatments, and Angelman syndrome affects the functioning ultimately, a cure. nerves in the brain and can cause physical and Mitch left Broken Hill on Friday (on Huxintellectual problems. ley’s first birthday) and is scheduled to pass After receiving the diagnosis, Huxley’s fam- through Cobar on Monday. ily decided to use it as a motivator to help Along the way, he will stop in regional centhem find a cure. ters, engaging with local Angelman syndrome After connecting with the Foundation for communities and sharing the mission of HuxAngelman Syndrome Therapeutics Australia ley’s Heroes.

With each step, this run is not just a test of endurance but a call to action—uniting communities, raising awareness, and moving closer to life-changing treatments for those with Angelman syndrome.

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A renewed government commitment to foundational supports through the launch of the Thriving Kids program has been welcomed by the Royal Far West (RFW).

Health Minister Mark Butler last week announced the national initiative aimed at improving outcomes for children with mild to moderate developmental delay and autism.

RFW is a specialist child development service providing vital support to improve the health and wellbeing of children in rural and remote areas.

RFW’s Chief Medical Dr Marcel Zimmet welcomed the government’s renewed focus on foundational supports and the introduction of the Thriving Kids program.

“This is an opportunity to build a system that is more responsive, more equitable, and more tailored to the needs of children – especially those growing up in rural and remote Australia,” Dr Zimmet said.

“Early intervention is key – but many families in rural and remote communities have little or no access to early intervention services and this is where the need is greatest.

“We need developmental supports that are universal in intent but not uniform in design.

“They must reflect the realities of life in the bush and the needs of our country kids.”

The latest Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) data shows that children in remote and very remote areas are significantly more likely to be developmentally vulnerable – with nearly 60 per cent not on track to start school and more than 20 per cent vulnerable in multiple domains.

Dr Zimmet said these figures highlight the urgent need for targeted investment and coordinated action.

He said the RFW looks forward to seeing more detail about the Thriving Kids program and how states and territories will respond.

“The organisation stands ready to work with governments and communities to ensure the program delivers on its promise – and gives every child, regardless of postcode, the chance to thrive.”

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A group of youth answered the call to reform as the Cobar Youth Council on Friday to create a Harry Potter-themed snack bar for the Cobar Youth & Community’s mid term Harry Potter movie marathon. The youth council has had trouble reforming this past year and so they will now trial the youth council as a flexible, spontaneous group. Any youth aged 12-24 years, who have ideas they want to bring to life, can come together as a group and run activities. They can also put their hands up to help with whatever is being planned at the centre, or talk to staff about their ideas for activities. Contributed

August 2025 28-30 Library Lego Legends entries close 28 Cobar Shire Council Ordinary Meeting 28 Tourism Advisory Committee meeting 29 Alternative Karaoke at Services Club 30 Life & Light Photo Workshop 30-31 Cobar Local Darts Championships 31 Aurelia donations submissions close 31 Cobar Camels Rugby Union meeting September 2025 1-30 Library Lego Legends Challenge 2 Entertainer Lance Birrell at Golfie 5 Cobar Roosters AGM 5 Kahlia Martin at Services Club 6 Life & Light Photo Workshop 9 Cobar Junior Rugby League AGM 12 St John’s School Country Carnival 13-14 Double Tones at Services Club 15 Cobar Preschool enrolments close 19-20 Sam McBride at Services Club 21 Life & Light Photo comp entries close 21 Cobar Rugby Union Women’s Gala Day 26 Alternative Karaoke at Services Club 26 R Rated Bingo at Services Club 27 Celebrating Music of Cold Chisel Golfie October 2025 3 Edgecliff Unplugged at Golfie 4 Cobar Rodeo 4 Official Rodeo Afterparty at Golfie 4 OneBadDJ at Services Club 10 Alternative Karaoke at Services Club 17 Under the Radar Band at Services Club 17 Art/Craft/Photography Exhibition opens 25 Australian Kiss Tribute at Golfie 31 Drag Bingo with Timberlina at Golfie

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POSITIONS VACANT APA is a leading energy infrastructure business. We own and/ or manage and operate a diverse $27 billion portfolio of gas, electricity, solar and wind assets. Consistent with our purpose to strengthen communities through responsible energy, we deliver approximately half of the nation’s gas usage and connect Victoria with South Australia and New South Wales with Queensland through our interests in electricity transmission assets. We are also one of the largest owners and operators of renewable power generation assets in Australia, with wind and solar projects across the country.

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Camel, coach and commentator keen to resurrect rugby A former Cobar “Camel” and state rep- most western rugby complex in NSW, is one resentative rugby player, now an estab- of the oldest, is situated in the Outback, and lished commentator and coach in the rugby is played under the men’s and women’s “rugby union minded” Asian countries, banners of the Camels and the Bactrians reJustin Sampson, is keen to work with the spectively; that is a brand in itself.

Cobar & District Rugby Union Football Justin will source a quality player coach and Club. several key players to ensure playing rugby in Cobar Rugby Club president Peter Payne Cobar is more attractive and competitive but, met with Sampson last week to formulate a interestingly, he has not ruled out making “Plan” to resurrect the club and raise its pro- himself available for the coaching job, defile. pending on his personal circumstances toOver many years, Justin has developed wards the end of the year. friendships and relationships within world After all, he coached a previously uncomrugby by way of commentating on, promoting petitive Young to a Premiership at his last gig and coaching rugby at the highest of levels. in 2024.

Justin believes he can and will assist the As with most sporting clubs, fundraising club by a hands-on approach in its fight for will always remain a constant. survival and by sticking to the “Plan”.

The consistent manning of the Return and Justin named Nick McArdle and Tim Horan Earn recycling facility for the benefit of both on STAN sport, Peter Overton on Channel 9, the town and the Club by a dedicated few, Peter Fitzsimmon of the SMH and Edwina who are not necessarily associated in any way Bartholomew of Channel 7 as his promotional with the club, has ensured the club has been confidantes and threw in, “Phil Waugh owes able to pay its bills. me a favour”.

With the privilege of the Club owning its Then there are the many senior Australian own facilities comes the downside of rates, Rugby Union (ARU) administrative types water, electricity, insurance and repairs and from whom he can seek wise counsel. maintenance.

Justin attended Shore School and played his Fortunately, limited relief for rates and wafirst ever First Grade game for the Camels at ter granted by Cobar Shire Council will come age 15. into play for the next three years.

Justin says he is a legitimate “Old Boy”, Then there are player costs which start with playing for Cobar on three or four school holi- affiliation fees to the Zone. days and still calls Cobar home, his mother A worrying issue with the Club’s intention Sue Cox is a resident. to promote women’s tackle is the archaic state Justin agrees that the club should continue to of the change rooms. focus on women’s rugby and the Bactrians for Substantial funds have now been pledged to the remainder of 2025; Nyngan hosts a wom- and committed by the club to completely reen’s Gala Day next month, Cobar will do likewise next month and a third Gala Day, proba- furbish and bring the change rooms up to an bly at Walgett, is to be scheduled on a still acceptable standard for the women (and men).

That work is scheduled to soon commence, undecided September/October.

These games can “springboard” both the and, at the same time, an appreciative and Camels and Bactrians into competition in detailed public acknowledgement will be made to the Club’s generous benefactor.

2026.

The club refers to the current Women’s But first step will be a Committee Meeting.

Rugby Union World Cup and the success of (See advertisement on Page 20.) the Australian Wallaroos to starkly evidence All interested in committing to any involvethe elevation of the status of women’s tackle ment with the Club, be it administrative or with football in hand or both, are very welrugby worldwide.

In addition, the current success of the Walla- come to attend. bies in 2025 against the British and Irish Li- Rugby does not have to be a chore; it should ons and South Africa showcases not only the be a ton of fun. reawakening but inherent popularity of the The 35 British and Irish Lions and the 50,000 Lions’ supporters who accompanied Rugby code.

Justin notes Cobar Rugby’s Ailsa Fitzsim- them certainly thought so…except for the mons Memorial Oval and clubhouse is the Third Test match!!—contributed

Justin Sampson and Peter Payne met at the Empire Hotel last week to discuss a “Plan” to resurrect rugby in Cobar. Contributed

No changes at AGM The Cobar Yabbies held their annual general meeting recently with all of the executive returned to their positions.

John Carswell was re-elected unopposed as president with Bill Fugar and Scott Toomey returned as vice presidents.

Bob Clark was reinstated as the club’s secretary and Harley Toomey remains as treasurer.

Murray Harand was uncontested for the club captain’s role and Paul Swainston was returned as vice captain and handicapper.

The club will be hosting two carnivals this season, the Setts Memorial Cup in December and Western Districts in February.

The Yabbies will also be competing at the annual Four Way Swim at Gosford (celebrating 50 years) in November and the season will culminate with Nationals at Nelson Bay in March.

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Cobar juniors shine at Nyngan Gala Day Minors dominate The Cobar Junior Soccer Club took five three matches beating Tottenham 4-nil and teams to contest the Nyngan Gala Soccer Nyngan 3-1 and then drew 1-all with Warren.

Day on Saturday in Nyngan.

Edwin Palma (3), Callum Bennett (3), Kade Cobar fielded two Minis teams, two Mids Taylor (1) and Tyson Cooper-Knott (1) were teams and a Seniors team (12 to 16 years) and Cobar’s goal scorers. competed against teams from Nyngan, Warren, The Senior team dominated the competition Tottenham, and Bourke. finishing with a big 9-3 win over Tottenham The Cobar Minis Team 1 won two of their and also comprehensively won their match three games, beating Tottenham 4-1 and War- against Warren, 8-4. ren 3-2. They lost their other game to another Cobar’s Seniors goal kickers were: Mark Warren team 3-0.

McBride (6), Parker Cryer (3), Caleb TheakCobar’s Minis Team 1 goal scorers were Jack ston (3), Ralph Behsman (1), Mark Hibbert (1) Joss (4), Baxter Woods (2) and Jesse Roulston Joseph Theakston (1), Ashley Compton (1) and (1).

Ryan Jiang (1) .

The Cobar Minis Team 2 played four matches and finished the day with a win, a draw and two losses.

They had a 3-1 win over Nyngan, a 2-all draw with Tottenham, a 1-0 loss to Nyngan and went down to Warren 3-2 in their game.

Two 25m Rapid Fire matches were closely Cobar Minis Team 2 goal scorers were Char- contested at the Cobar Amateur Pistol Club lie Mackay (2) Ali Taylor (2), Baxter Woods on Sunday under the watchful eye of Range (2) and Kaiden Hamilton (1).

Officer Robert Neate.

A combined Cobar Minis 1 and 2 team beat Adam Green delivered a standout perforBourke 2-nil in their final game with Jack Joss mance, scoring top results in both matches. and Kaiden Hamilton their goal scorers.

In the first match, Green shot 473 off pistol The Cobar Mids Team 1 won two of their and, combined with his handicap of 117, he four matches beating Bourke 4-nil and Totten- finished with a total score 590. ham 3-nil.

In his second match, Green shot 466 off pisThey narrowly lost to Nyngan (2-1) and also tol and, with his handicap of 117, he finished had a 2-1 loss in their match against Warren. with a total score of 583.

Their goal scorers were: Xavier Foster (5), Other scores recorded on the day were: MiHayden Betcke (2), Logan Cooper-Knott (1), chael Garbutt 494-78-572; Geoff Clayton 366and Davey Mackah (1).

181-547; Brad Harrison 313-234-547; John The Cobar Mids Team 2 won two of their Woloczij 372-168-540; Todd Manns 439-81520 and Tony Punzet 157-225- 382.

A 25m Service Pistol event will be held this Sunday.

Sharp shooting at pistol club

RSL Minors dominated RSL with a commanding 7-2 victory in the local darts competition last Wednesday night.

In other games, Golfie Dartaholics edged out the Western Grumblebums in a 5-4 win, and Golfie Ones & Fives matched that score as they overcame Golfie Gophers.

Golfie Spearchuckers claimed their points via a forfeit from RSL Dingoes.

For Golfie Gophers, Chris Hooker hit a trio of centuries, while Leslie Hooker nailed a 121.

Golfie Ones & Fives were well represented, with Daniel Duell recording two 100s, Jaci Duell cracked a 124, (earning her the highest score for the week for the ladies) and Brendhan Freeman landed 121 and 132 throws.

RSL Minors’ Tony Brown notched up a 125 while Shaun Doherty added a pair of 100s and Macee Brown recorded a 100.

RSL’s Kyle Roberts lit up the scoreboard with three 100s, while brother Tyler Roberts recorded a solid 120.

Western Grumblebums were led by Craig Jones, who recorded the biggest score for the men with 140, alongside 100 and two 121s.

Dave Gardiner chipped in with 100 and 121, while John-Wayne Josephson threw a 100 and John Claus recorded 113.

For the Golfie Dartaholics, Jason Arnold recorded 125 and 100, Jason Collier and Jon Strongman each added 100, while Andrew Verevis landed 116.

Craig Jones was responsible for the men’s highest peg out of the week with 60 while Macee Brown’s 50 was best for the ladies.

In tonight’s games, Golfie Dartaholics take on RSL Minors, Empire Barflies are up against RSL Dingoes, Golfie Gophers play Golfie Spearchuckers, RSL meet Western Grumblebums and Golfie Ones & Fives have the bye.

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It was a great day for bowls

It was a great, sunny day to be on the Golfie Greens on Saturday for the 14 participants of the social bowls tournament.

The outright winners on +13 were David Schofield and Allan Gardoll over John Daly and newbie bowler, Bel Walkley.

The six point win and five point win midway through the game signaled it was ‘signed sealed delivered’ for team Schofield!

It was noted by The Second that much praise was given to Bel by her Skip as she forced her opposition Lead to change his hand! (Most bowlers favour back or forehand and to force your opponent to change means you’ve ‘put a spoke in the works’ so to speak.)

Another warm, sunny winter day on Sunday on the magnificently prepared Greens by greenkeeper Stewart Simpson enticed 22 bowlers to give it their all.

But did they? According to Dean ‘Bogger’ McLeod and his cohort Darryl ‘Dasha’ Jermyn they were severely hampered by a shoulder and knee injury!

Their attempts to justify their thoroughly sound flogging on the greens was unequivocally denied!

Master of bowls, Peter ‘Skeet’ Goonrey and David Kershaw won the day by a very very, convincing +31!

The runners-up were David ‘Ooze’ Knight and Jim Goonrey with a +19 win, which was a pretty good result considering who they were playing against, the resident bowls burglar, Doug Hudson and Tony Polack!

There were so many candidates for the George The Giraffe wrong bias award on both on Saturday and Sunday.

Only because The Second was nominated by a possibly disgruntled expert/supposedly injured experts does your roving bowls reporter record he/she was indeed in the fray! However - it is noted that not only did Craig ‘Duck’ Grimmond (seasoned bowler) deliver a massive wrong bias, David ‘Ooze’ Knight doubled up on the bias to take the award.—The Second

Little superstars

A group of 18 Mini Cobar Roosters players (Under 6s and Under 8s) recently travelled to Narromine for a Minis Rugby League carnival. Coaches, Amie Hill (Under 6s) and Kai Taylor (Under 8s) said they were pleased and proud of their little superstars’ performance at the carnival. Photo contributed

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End of the Rugby League season The Christie & Hood Castlereagh Rugby League competition heads to the grand finals this weekend without any Cobar teams in the mix this year.

In games to be played at Bowen Oval in Coolah, on Saturday, the Coolah Kangaroos will be looking for back-to-back First Grade premiership flags when they take on the Coonabarabran Unicorns, the Dunedoo Swanettes meet the Coolah Flyers in the Ladies League Tag grand final and the Baradine Magpies and Binnaway Bombshells will face off in the Reserve Grade decider.

It’s the first time in seven years the Cobar Roosters Rugby League Club has failed to field a team in a grand final game, with Cobar’s Under 18s teams previously claiming premierships in 2019, 2020 and 2024, while their First Grade side won the 2022 grand final and were runners-up in 2023 and 2024 (and declared winners in 2021 when COVID cut short the season).

Cobar will however be represented on the field on Saturday with local Castlereagh umpire, Patrick Hallcroft, among the line-up of grand final game officials.

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Three generation team wins Pink Day golf event The rain last Wednesday may have caused the cancellation of the scheduled midweek Ladies Golf Par game but the sun shone all weekend making up for it.

The annual Pink Day three lady Stableford tournament was played on Sunday, raising funds for breast cancer awareness.

Three generations of the one family, Sally Bannister, Karen Warren and Stevi Bishop, were crowned the winners after having a team score of 40 points.

This was a special win for these women after losing family members to this disease.

The best individual score on the day went to Janet Place with an amazing 40 points (scored on a nine handicap).

Michelle Deppeler again broke her handicap and finished in second spot with 39 points.

After a four-way countback, Narelle Green secured third place and Fay Hardwick claimed 4th place, after four players finished with 36 points.

The A Grade Nearest the Pin (NTP) winner on the 3rd hole was Jannine Wilkin, B Grade was won by Marlene Wynd and Stevi Bishop claimed her second NTP for the weekend in C Grade.

The ‘Chefs’, Glenda Peebles, Fran Samios and Susan Goonrey won the best dressed team and the gratitude of all players after presenting a delicious smorgasbord of food after the game.

Saturday’s annual Bannister’s Day Stableford event had 20 lady golfers taking part.

The three generations team of Sally Bannister, Karen Warren and Stevi Bishop finished (See report on Page 22 for details.) as winners of the Ladies Golf Pink Day on Sunday. Photo contributed A slight chance of rain this week might have affected the midweek Par round but the weather should be clear for Saturday’s and Sunday’s Stableford rounds.

The Narromine ladies will be hosting their Open on Sunday.—T’d Off

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Funding for a local sporting group

Best Dressed chefs

A Cobar sporting group is among 21 notfor-profit organisations in the Parkes electorate set to benefit from the 2024-2025 Volunteer Grants Round.

The Cobar Athletics & Triathlon Squad (CATS) club will receive $1,000 from this round to help offset their insurance costs.

Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey said volunteers played a vital role in regional Australia, providing a huge range of services and facilities.

“Without volunteers, our communities would not enjoy the lifestyle and sporting choices they do now,” Mr Chaffey said.

“I’m very pleased to announce that a total of about $60,000 will be awarded to 21 organisations within the Parkes electorate through the 2024-5 Volunteer Grants Round.”

Mr Chaffey said the funds will help a diverse range of groups including VRA Rescue NSW, the Australian Breastfeeding Association, Country Women’s Association, Landcare Broken Hill, Gunnedah Meals on Wheels and the Garah Boomi Pony Club.

15 years ago …

• The 35th Golden Clay Target Shoot attract-

ed a field of 155 shooters.

• The Bourke Rams spoilt the Cobar Camels’ aspirations of a 2020 Western Plains Rugby Union First Grade premiership beating them 48-8 in the elimination semi final.

• Doug McManus won the Cobar Rifle Club shoot from 600 yards by one point.

‘Chefs’ Susan Goonrey, Glenda Peebles and Fran Samios were named the Best Dressed at the Ladies Golf Pink Day event on Sunday. Photo contributed

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Michael and Sally win men’s and ladies Bannister Day event The Annual Bannister golf day, sponsored points: Peter ‘Ding’ Lawrence won third place by the Bannister family, was held on Satur- on a countback from Ben Tranter, Brian Russ day with a good field of 21 in the men’s divi- and Mark Quinn. sion.

The Nearest the Pin winner was Scott It seems if you want to win a golf tourna- Mayne. ment these days, you just need to sponsor one!

The Ladies Bannister Day field had 20 golfFor the second week running, the sponsor of ers taking part with Sally Bannister finishing a golf event has won it. with 38 points for the win.

The winner on Saturday was Michael Ban- Julie Livingston was a close second posting nister with a good all-around score of 38 37 points followed by Fay Hardwick (35), points, his best score of the year.

Janet Place (34) and Robynne Morton on 33.

(Michael copped a bit of a ribbing from oth- The Nearest the Pin winners on the 11th er golfers after he walked away with all the hole were Place for A Grade, Morton in B winnings and, embarrassed by winning his own sponsored event, Michael left the club Grade and new comer to golf, Stevie Bishop early, citing an important bus run he had to (who was back in Cobar for the weekend), was closest for C Grade. do.)

Second place went to Geoff Rorke with a The Bannister family have continued to sponsor this annual event, with Saturday begood, solid score of 37 points.

There were a number of players on 35 ing the 67th year—contributed

Egan wins against all the odds

Husband and wife, Michael and Sally Bannister, won the Men’s and Ladies’ Bannister Day golf competitions on Saturday. Photo contributed

There was only a small field of nine play- the 8th hole and Chris Powell on the 15th. ers for the men’s golf Par event on Sunday.

There was no mid-week golf played last It’s not an event which helps the lower- week. handicapped players, but that didn’t worry the Five Cobar golfers travelled to Gilgandra for club’s lowest handicapped player, Jay Egan, their Open Tournament on Sunday and played who, despite his zero handicap, won the day without bringing home any silverware. with a score of plus three.

This week’s scheduled events include an Travis Buckman came second with a score Individual Stroke event on Saturday and an of plus one.

Individual Stableford is set down for Sunday.

Bian Smith was third with a square score.

The Trangie Open is also on Sunday.—Out Nearest the Pin prizes were won by Egan on of Bounds

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Netball’s best of the 2025 season

Cobar Netball Association held their end of season celebrations at the Cobar Bowling & Golf Club on Saturday night. Pictured are the 2025 award winners. The Players’ Player honours went to Anita Atuau (Pink Galahs), Ethan McLeod (Divas), Emma Harley (Smash Ups) and Kahlie Obray (ATC Angels). Niamh Urquhart was named Best & Fairest, Heidi Mainey earned the Sportsmanship award and Elodie Manns collected the 2025 Larnie Keen Club Person of the Year award. Absent from the photo were Copper City Crushers’ Players’ Player Kym Sutton and Amie Hill, who shared the Sportsmanship award this season. Photo contributed

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