Gwydir News 15 June 2023

MEDICAL AND HEALTHCARE STUDENTS ‘GO RURAL’ IN BINGARA

Twenty medical and healthcare students from across NSW recently travelled through the New England area on a road trip designed to encourage future doctors, nurses and other allied health professionals to consider the benefits and rewards of a rural health career.

The second of this year’s four-day ‘Go Rural’ road trips, hosted and funded by NSW Rural Doctors Network (RDN), incorporated GP practice and hospital visits, clinical activities, community events, social functions and cultural visits in towns including: Quirindi, Narrabri, Bingara, Inverell, Glen Innes, Armidale, Tenterfield and Tamworth.

Research published in the Medical Journal of Australia shows rural exposure during medical training has been associated with an increased likelihood of medical students entering rural practice following graduation.

RDN Future Workforce Project Lead Eleanor Knight says Go Rural provides students with unique and valuable experiences in the towns they visit and the rewarding rural health careers on offer.

“Since 2019, RDN’s annual ‘Go Rural’ road trips have provided over three hundred students with opportunities to experience the benefits of working and living in rural communities. Allied health, nursing and medical students receive valuable first-hand insights into what their professional and day-to-day life could look like and how rewarding it can be. The students get to meet a range of health professionals, as well as community leaders, showcasing the importance of building connections within the communities.

“These trips have encouraged many students to choose a career in rural health as they are drawn to the beautiful landscapes, opportunities for adventure and the real sense of community in rural NSW. In addition to ‘Go Rural’, RDN offers a number of scholarships and opportunities focusing on attracting and building a larger and more sustainable workforce in remote, rural and regional communities”.

“Now more than ever the health of our rural communities is dependent on the successful recruitment and retention of enthusiastic and dedicated health care professionals who are such a valued and integral part of their local communities.”

Lawrence Wong is a second-year nursing student interested in working in a rural setting because of the opportunity it provides to work in an environment where nurses and healthcare workers are more than just providers of medical care – they also play an important role in the community.

“Rural healthcare providers are not just there to diagnose and treat illnesses but are often involved in health promotion, education, and advocacy. They work in close-knit communities and often have more autonomy and responsibility than their urban counterparts with the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings, from primary care clinics to emergency departments. These experiences can help to develop clinical skills that are not always available in urban settings.”

Jamilla Smith is a final year speech pathology student who grew up in Balranald and is awaiting an offer for post-graduate medicine.

“There are numerous reasons that I am interested in rural practice including my experiences living rurally, my rural placements as a speech pathology student, my values as a queer person, my career ambitions as an aspiring doctor and experience working under the NDIS as a disability support worker.”

“By working in rural practice I’d like to bring services to a small community that would not otherwise exist. As a lesbian woman with strong feminist values and a background in disability work and family violence, I hope to work in sexual health as a doctor and provide care to the LGBTQIA+ community. These services are extremely rare in remote communities and people often need to travel hours to access sexuality and gender affirming healthcare.”

Above: Medical and helathcare students at the Bingara Multi-Purpose Centre Image credit: Michael Grills

The future of local government questioned

- Media release from Country Mayors Association Inc

Mayors and Councillors from across Regional NSW have been accused of being incompetent and not worthy of the money they are paid to serve their communities in a recent speech delivered by new Local Government Minister Ron Hoenig during question time in State Parliament on Tuesday.

This iron-fisted approach has many wondering: Is there a future for local government in NSW?

Serving as an elected member of a regional community is both a challenging and rewarding task, but it is in no way financially lucrative.

Councillors stand up for their communities because they have a passion for the communities they live in. Theywant a future full of opportunity for the youth of their communities, and they want their communities’ dreams and aspirations to come true.

That is why they serve in Local Government.

Mayor of Narromine Shire Council, Cr Craig Davies said: “Since the State election on March 25th, I’ve made it my business to meet with many new Ministers and highlight the challenges that rural Mayors face on a regular basis. I have been received warmly and listened to intently.

“I have formed a very positive view of all of them. But to hear the rant of Minister Hoenig is to listen to the voice of arrogance.

“My annual stipend for working an average of 50-60 hours per week is $37,000. Minister Hoenig is paid $315,000 p.a. and he has the hide to deny Mayors a fair and reasonable stipend when our Queensland counterparts are paid $108,000. He’s unworthy of his very privileged position and will damage this government and relations between Local Government and the Ministers. What a shame.”

Mayor of Tamworth Regional Council Cr Russell Webb said: “It is a great disappointment that our new Minister for Local Government, a past mayor with a long and distinguished career, has attacked Local Government in the way he has.

“In doing so, he has criticised councils for spending money on building international relationships with sister cities that build on trade and tourism opportunities. These are activities that are normally supported by both Federal and State governments.”

There are many factors that have contributed to the current financial stress in Local Government. The least of them is incompetence by those who serve. Some of the most significant factors are cost shifting from the State to Local Government by successive governments over many years, including:

• an out-of-touch annual rate review system that does not keep pace with inflation and cost of living increases

• a need for many regional councils to provide for services that would normally be provided by State or Federal governments, like child care, aged care, accommodation for police, nurses, ambulance, emergency services

• out-of-control cost increases in annual audit costs for many

• end-of-term election costs are becoming out of reach for many rural councils

• all funding programs are on hold by the new State Government.

The 2021 NSW Local Government elections resulted in a high number of Councils that did not receive adequate nominations to hold an election. Councillors aged between 60 and 69 make up the largest number serving in New South Wales, closely followed by 50 to 59 years of age.

“This cannot change without respect, recognition and collaboration by the State Government,” CMA Chairman Jamie Chaffey said.

“Minister Hoenig’s outburst against local government elected members in NSW has left us all feeling frightened for the future of Local Government in NSW.

“The CMA stands firm in our pursuit of equity of service provision for the residents of our communities. We stand united with our members to advocate for residents who choose to call Regional NSW home. We will continue to work with both State and Commonwealth governments to achieve the best quality of life and provision of services for our residents, and we look forward to a prosperous future.

“And on behalf of the CMA executive, I have a simple message for our members - you are appreciated, and you do deserve respect for serving your community, despite the recent attack to your credibility from the new Local Government Minister. Keep standing up for your community and use your voice with pride.”

Community feedback sought on Development Application

At its meeting last Thursday Council decided to extend the display period for Development Application 24/2023 to 4:00 pm, Friday 30 June 2023 to allow community members more time to lodge written submissions. Following the closure of submissions but prior to any final decision being made a public meeting will be held.

This Development Application on display is for the demolition of the buildings located at 33 and 35 Maitland Street Bingara and remediation of these sites. These buildings are the Council office, former Veterinary Surgery and Landcare Offices (known as Adams’ Garage).

Councillors and Staff are considering a range of options as to what will happen with these community assets and area. Nothing has been decided yet and the project is at a preliminary stage only. The proposal to seek approval to demolish the existing buildings is being sought in case the preferred option requires this action.

Council staff will host a shopfront at the Bingara Library on Saturday 24 June 2023 from 9:00am to 5:00pm to assist any resident who would like assistance to make a submission. On this day you will be able to seek information, share ideas and suggestions for consideration, and provide stories and photos regarding the buildings and their history and significance.

If you have any questions, please contact Council at mail@gwydir.nsw. gov.au, or telephone 0267242000 or make an appointment to see me or my delegated staff.

Kind regards

Max Eastcott

General Manager

COLLEGE CHAT

Bingara and Warialda Community College

JUNE 2023

with Jannette Tan

The Community College provides a range of adult and community education (ACE) courses across the Northern Inland region, including non-accredited life skills and accredited courses that are nationally recognised, many of which are funded for eligible people under a variety of programs.

If you work in or own a small business of less than 20 employees or have an annual turnover of less than $2 million you may be eligible for fully subsidised training for yourself or your employees under the Targeted Skills for Small Business (TSB) program. Courses offered locally under this program include business services and information technology.

The College can also help businesses identify their training needs and will work with them to develop learning programs that are tailored to their requirements. Courses can be delivered on-site at businesses, or the College training rooms at a time to suit.

If you would like to know more please give us a call on 02 67241965, 02 6729 1487, pop down to one of our campuses or jump online at ccni.nsw.edu.au and have a look at what we have to offer.

Give us a call on 02 6724 1965, 02 6729 1487, pop down to one of our campuses or jump online at ccni.nsw.edu.au and have a look at what we have to offer. Look out for your flyer in the letterbox.

Ph 0438 546 519, 6724 1965 or 6729 1487

Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm or visit our website: www.communitycollegeni.nsw.edu.au/RTO 90027

Straight sets win for Bingara with new courts

- Media release from Adam Marshall MP

Bingara’s well-loved tennis court complex has never looked better, following the completion of a $171,000 upgrade of its courts, funded by the State Government.

I enjoyed being back at the Bingara Sporting Club to inspect the four new synthetic grass courts, replacing four of the old (and famous) clay courts.

Last weekend the courts played host to the 87th annual Bingara Open Tennis Championships, better known as the Bingara Bush Bash - and they received a huge thumbs up from players.

The club has done such a great job expending the grant funds to have a complex which they can not only be proud of, but will serve the local community superbly for decades to come!

Above: Bingara’s neww synthetic grass courts.

IF ONLY WEEDS COULD TALK

- Submitted by

Ali Bigg, Local Landcare Coordinator

Well, it turns out they can - we just need to learn their language.

Our workshop with Kim and Angus Deans from Reinventing Agriculture in late May helped us do just that. We were walked through what weeds can tell us about our soil’s physical, biological and chemical health.

Diversity is something to aspire to, whether it be biological diversity in the soil, plant diversity or diversity in workshop attendees. We were blessed to have the latter, with our 21 participants including farmers and graziers with an organic, regenerative, transitioning and ‘conventional but curious’ focus, as well as gardeners and others with an interest in soils. Collectively we represented 5 shires in the north-west, so our discussion covered quite a range of soil and weed types. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the room made for a very engaged and engaging workshop where everyone had a valuable contribution to make.

Soil science can be complex and sometimes daunting to understand. We learnt that by using observation, weeds and physical soil tests, we can glean enough to make management changes that will, over time, correct many issues (chemical soil tests are still recommended annually).

The day concluded with a round-up of problem weeds people had identified when they registered, giving us a snapshot of what the likes of Coolatai grass, capeweed and thistles can tell us about the soil they are growing in (and how we can change that so they no longer want to

King’s Birthday honours for Warialda doctors

Congratulations are extended to local husband and wife Warialda doctors, Dr Di Coote OAM and Dr Clem Gordon OAM who were acknowledged for their service to the community and medicine in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Both were awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM).

Between the duo have been numerous contribtutions outside of their service as doctors, including being active members of various Warialda sporting clubs, and committees. Dr Gordon also spent several years as a Councillor. Both have, and continue to be, assets to their local community.

Safe haven for koalas opened in Warialda

With Warialda’s Koala Wildlife Reserve being bathed in stunning winter sunlight on Wednesday 7 June, the perilous plight being experienced by koalas in the area was highlighted. Having endured a lengthy drought recently, the marsupials are again feeling the effects of a lack of water.

Well-attended, the official opening of the Reserve took place amongst the very trees planted to assist the koalas in times of scarce shade and water.

The Reserve has been the culmination of care, thought and determination of both John Hodge and Leeah Daley, It has been offered as a place of hydration and comfort for local koala populations, and from John’s accounts, is very well utilised, particularly as we are experiencing low precipitation levels again. The ceremony was officiated by Shelley McDouall, from Northern Slopes Landcare, who thanked all contributors - from WIRES volunteers, to council staff, for their efforts towards the project.

The ribbon was cut by both John Hodge and Gwydir Shire Mayor, Cr John Coulton, and visitors were then invited to wander amongst the flora, making note of the effectiveness of the water supply for both trees and koalas.

Attendees were also encouraged to take home a koala habitat tree for their own space, to be watered and nutured and hopefully used as a space for koala populations down the track.

As a conclusion to the day, Coolatai local.Alex Dudley read his selfauthored poem about koalas, included here for your enjoyment. If you’d like to purchase one of his publications, you can do so at the Warialda Visitor Information Centre or through his website: https:// faunaverse.com.au/the-shop/

Top left: Shelley McDouall welcomes attendees

Top right: John Hodge shares his experiences with koalas in the area

Middle left: John Hodge and Cr John Coulton open the Reserve

Middle right: Alexander Dudley reads his poem, “Ted the Koala”

Bottom: waer and fauna, both critical for the survival of koalas in Warialda

ARTC - INLAND RAIL UPDATE

New mobile network infrastructure at North Star and Gurley in north-western New South Wales, provided by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) as part of the Narrabri to North Star section of Inland Rail, has been activated by Telstra, providing improved connectivity for trains operating on the section and, in addition, for residents and businesses.

The new mobile tower at North Star will be further upgraded with a new high-speed backhaul link delivered in September to further improve service quality.

Another two local towers will be activated in the coming months at a total cost of $3.4 million to deliver operational connectivity for trains running on the track in the section and to also enhance mobile telecommunications in the rural locations.

The new 50-metre mobile tower at North Star, ninety kilometres northeast of Moree, and the upgraded Gurley base station, thirty kilometres south of Moree, will now deliver improved depth of coverage and performance to local homes and businesses, with the fibre backhaul to both also being upgraded to deliver additional capacity.

Telstra is expecting to turn on the new 4G small cell at Croppa Creek, sixty kilometres northeast of Moree, in early June and is also planning to begin work on a new mobile tower at Crooble, also around sixty kilometres northeast of Moree, in the coming weeks that will deliver new coverage for local homes and businesses.

All the new and upgraded infrastructure being rolled out is being fitted with 5G capable antennae, meaning that local homes and businesses will be able to receive 5G services without additional network upgrades being required in the future.

The work, which is funded by Inland Rail and being delivered by Telstra, will form part of the legacy the Inland Rail project will leave with communities along the alignment to benefit from the improvements for years to come.

As the mobile telecommunications enhancements are rolled out, Telstra will manage the ongoing operations and maintenance once the infrastructure has been delivered.

Rebecca Pickering, Acting Chief Executive Inland Rail, said:

‘ARTC Inland Rail is delighted to see these upgraded and new mobile base stations up and running.

‘We are committed to doing what we can to benefit communities beyond freight logistics and rail infrastructure – that includes providing additional opportunity for regional development.

‘Inland Rail is being predominantly delivered in regional Australia, meaning there is a prime opportunity for regional Australia to reap the immediate benefits that come with construction.’

Mike Marom, Regional General Manager for Telstra in NSW:

‘More than ever before Australians are relying on mobile coverage every day for work, education and connecting on social media.

- Media release from ARTC - Inland Rail

‘In partnership with ARTC Inland Rail, we are rapt to have upgraded our mobile base stations at Gurley and North Star to expand network capacity and improve performance to the local area for these communities.’

As an update to work from North Star to the NSW/Queensland Border section, ARTC advsises that in line with the Government’s response to the independent review of the Inland Rail program, we are now taking a staged approach to deliver Inland Rail. The sections of Inland Rail between Beveridge in Victoria and Parkes in New South Wales have been prioritised for completion by 2027. Work to complete construction works already underway on the Narrabri to North Star Phase 1 project will continue.

Future decisions by the Australian Government on the delivery of Inland Rail sections north of Narromine will be contingent on gaining the required primary approvals and land required for the Inland Rail corridor. For the Narrabri to North Star Phase 2 project, work to secure the required state and Federal approvals will continue, through the collection of information needed to help inform the project’s Environmental Impact Statement.

Subject to the Narromine to Narrabri and North Star to NSW/ Queensland Border sections achieving Australian Government approvals, we’ll conduct further investigations, such as identifying utilities locations and investigating ground conditions, to help refine elements of the project’s design and provide more certainty on the delivery and cost of the full Inland Rail project.

Finally, the Australian Government has announced that the Inland Rail service offering of double-stacked trains will operate between the intermodal terminal at Beveridge in Victoria and a proposed terminal at Ebenezer in Queensland, with a single-stacked, dual gauge connection to be built between Ebenezer and Kagaru.

As such, the scope of the Inland Rail project now finishes at Kagaru. The Government also agreed a second intermodal terminal at Truganina be developed.

Environmental approvals

In February, we received environmental approval from the NSW Minister for Planning to progress the North Star to NSW/Queensland Border project. The project is now being assessed by the Australian Government under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.

What’s happening in the field?

We’ll continue holding community information sessions and be present at other public forums, because local feedback is helping us refine the Inland Rail design and informing how we plan for the staged delivery of the project.

Subject to the project achieving Australian Government approvals, we’ll conduct further investigations, such as identifying utilities locations and ground and hydrology conditions, to help refine elements of the design and inform a more detailed assessment of the cost of Inland Rail.

Visit our website to see all current and upcoming field investigations. Out and about

We wrapped up our ag show attendance with the Warialda Show on Saturday 13 May, and were proud sponsors of Goondiwindi Show Free Family Fun Day in April.

Our local ag shows are a great way to connect with our alignment communities to seek local input and knowledge and answer any questions about the project. Thank you to everyone who dropped by to say hi, it was fantastic to see you out and about.Future decisions by the Australian Government on the delivery of Inland Rail sections north of Narromine will be contingent on gaining the required primary approvals and land required for the Inland Rail corridor.

Innovation Hub helps to build climate resilience in Bingara local area

- Media release from SQNNSW

When it comes to developing effective climate resilient strategies for the community, it’s important to be informed about the season ahead and prepare for variations in weather conditions.

A free event being held in Bingara on June 23, Seasonal Outlook and Climate Smart Farming, will provide practical, up-to-date information and tools for farmers, land managers and local residents.

Hosted by the Southern Queensland and Northern New South Wales (SQNNSW) Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub, this is the inaugural event for the Bingara office at The Living Classroom.

Janelle Schafer from Southern Cross University is the Hub’s new Adoption and Extension Officer, representing the Lismore Node in Bingara.

She said their first event had been carefully planned to help people develop useful climate resilience strategies.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming Kel Langfield and Kim Broadfoot from NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI), who will provide an update on seasonal outlook and local conditions,” Janelle said.

“They will also share some of the tools that DPI have developed to look at the local conditions, such as the Farm Tracker App.”

“Todd Andrews from DPI and George Truman from Local Land Services will facilitate a discussion around the seasonal outlook, and what that will mean for your place and situation.

“We’ll also welcome Lorraine Gordon, director of the Regenerative Agriculture Alliance and Farming Together Program at Southern Cross University, who will present a case study of her cattle enterprise at Ebor, and how she has prepared for Net Zero 2030.

“At the end of the day, we’ll enjoy a sausage sizzle and informal catch up. We are looking forward to seeing as many interested attendees as possible, on the day.”

Event details:

• WHAT: Seasonal Outlook and Climate Smart Farming

• WHEN: Friday, June 23, 9am until 3.30pm

• WHERE: SQNNSW Hub’s Bingara Shopfront, The Living Classroom, 1a Narrabri Rd, Bingara

The event is free, but RSVPs are essential for catering purposes. Please visit the Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ seasonal-outlook-climate-smart-farming-tickets-645743394877 or email janelle.schafer@scu.edu.au

Southern Cross is working closely with Gwydir Shire Council who are providing office space at The Living Classroom.

The SQNNSW Innovation Hub receives funding from the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund.

Above: SQNNSW’s Janelle Schafer outside THe Living Classroom, Bingara..

Above: the new mobile tower, installed at North Star

Gwydir ARTS + HEALTH

North West Theatre Company Film Club MOVIE OF THE MONTH

November’s Film Cub offering is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Here is a film with a most extraordinary title. “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” is a 2018 historical romantic-drama film directed by Mike Newell and written by Kevin Hood, Don Roos and Tom Bezucha.

The screenplay is based on the 2008 novel of the same name, written by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. The storyline commences in 1941, on the English Channel island of Guernsey, the island that has given its name to a breed of dairy cow, a pullover and to an item of football regalia.

Four friends are stopped by German soldiers for breaching curfew during the German occupation. To avoid arrest, they say they were returning from a meeting of their book club, hastily named “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society”.

The film stars Lily James, Michiel Huisman, Glen Powell, Jessica Brown Findlay, Katherine Parkinson, Matthew Goode, Tom Courtenay and Penelope Wilton. The plot follows a London-based writer who exchanges letters with a resident on the island of Guernsey, which had been under German occupation during World War II.

In January 1946, the author Juliet Ashton (Lily James) is promoting her latest book, written under her pen name Izzy Bickerstaff. She has just been contracted through her publisher Sidney Stark (Matthew Goode) to write stories for The Times Literary Supplement about the benefits of literature.

Juliet receives a letter from Dawsey Adams (Michiel Huisman), a Guernsey man. He tells her that he is part of “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society”, which meets every Friday night. Juliet is intrigued and requests more information about the society and how it came into being.

Juliet decides she would like to write about the society and arranges to travel to the island, despite Sidney’s reservations. Her American boyfriend Mark Reynolds (Glen Powell) proposes marriage before Juliet embarks on the ferry, and she accepts.

Upon arrival at Guernsey, Juliet attends a meeting of the society where she is treated as a celebrity by the members. Instead of returning home as planned, Juliet remains in Guernsey to conduct research, telling the group that she is writing about the German occupation.

Mark arrives in Guernsey and criticises Juliet for not wearing her engagement ring. The complexity of the characters continues to build as Juliet learns more about the island, the society and herself.

This is a wonderful tale, beautifully set and stylishly acted and it can be seen on the big screen at the air-conditioned Roxy Theatre in Bingara at 4pm on Sunday on the 25th of June.

Submitted by Rick Hutton – NWTC Film Club Secretary

WHAT’S ON!

Do you have an upcoming event, meeting or save the date you would like to list? Inclusion is free and available for all non-profit organisations and community events. AGM notices welcome. Please note all details are accurate at the time of publication, however may be subject to change. Email: editor@thegwydirnews.com.au

JUNE 2023

15th Warialda Historical Society meeting, 5.30pm, Masonic Hall, Plunkett Street

15th Warialda Chamber of Commerce meeting, 6pm, Royal Hotel Warialda.

16th-17th Fondue Nights at the Roxy Café, 6pm-10pm, 0466 623 821

20th Pathways to Careers Parent and Community Information Session, Inverell Rugby Clubhouse, Ross Street Inverell, 5pm-7pm. Call Donna McWhirter 0460 031 948.

23rd Seasonal outlook and climate smart farming event, 9am to 3.30pm, The Living Classroom, Bingara. https://bit.ly/seasonaloutlook

24th Gwydir Shire Council shopfront regarding the Bingara Soldiers Memorial Hall Development Application, 9am-5pm, Bingara Library.

25th The North West Thetre Company Film Club presents The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Society movie, 4pm, The Roxy Theatre Bingara

30th Orange Festival commences with orange picking from 12pm at Bingara RSL, Finch Street Bingara.

30th Grease Movie Night 7pm, Roxy Theatre, Bingara.

WHAT’S ON!

Do you have an upcoming event, meeting or save the date you would like to list? Inclusion is free and available for all non-profit organisations and community events. AGM notices welcome. Please note all details are accurate at the time of publication, however may be subject to change.

JULY 2023

1st Orange Festival, Bingara. 10am-3pm

2nd Bingara Golf AGM, 11am, Bingara Sporting Club

13th Bingara Disability Inclusion Advisory Committee Meeting, 11am, Bingara Public Library

22nd A Very Merry Christmas in July, Warialda Golf and Bowling Club, 6pm.

30th Potluck Community Dinner, Warialda Anglican Church Hall 6pm. All welcome.

SEPTEMBER 2023

15-17th Warialda Off-Road 200., Mt Monomeeth. 0428 851 452 or warialdamotorsportsclub@outlook.com

23-24th Upper Horton Ladies of the Valley Ladies’ Horsemanship Weekend. Details TBA.

25-29th Bingara Veterans Week of Golf. Welcome drinks from 4.30pm 24 September

OCTOBER 2023

14th Warialda Community Fund and Westpac Helicopter Masquerade Ball, 7pm-12am, Warialda Town Hall

19th Warialda Disability Inclusion Advisory Committe Meeting, 11am, Warialda Council Chambers

21st Warialda Honey Festival, Warialda Recreation Ground. Details TBA.

29th Potluck Community Dinner, Warialda Anglican Church Hall 6pm. All welcome.

NOVEMBER 2023

11th Warialda Hospital Auxiliary Market Night, Warialda Golf and Bowling Club

DECEMBER 2023

1st Bingara Special Events Christmas Festival, 6pm. Further details TBA

8th Warialda Christmas Carnival, Details TBA

10th Bingara Carols by Candlelight, Bingara MPS, 6pm

16th Warialda Rail Christmas Carnival, Warialda Recreation Ground 5pm

Church Notices

ANGLICAN CHURCH

Bingara: Worship at St John’s Anglican Parish, Bingara – Sunday 9:30am

Warialda: St Simon and St Jude Anglican Church, Warialda - Every Sunday - 9:30am

Coolatai: First Sunday each month3:30pm

Minister Steve Cimarosti, can be contacted on 6729 1501

CATHOLIC CHURCH

PARISHES WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULES

Warialda: Saturday – 6:00pm, 4th weekend – 10:00am

Delungra: Sundays – 10:00am, 4th weekend – 6:00pm

Bingara: Every Sunday – 8:00am

WEEKDAY MASSES

Warialda: 1st and 3rd weeks, Mass 9:00am

Bingara: 2nd and 4th weeks, Rosary 9:30am/Mass 10:00am

Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals, Thanksgiving and Family Mass: By appointment 02 6729 1116

UNITING CHURCH

Inverell Uniting Church’s services are livestreamed at 9:00am on the Inverell Uniting Church Family private Facebook Group. These services are also recorded for later viewing – please search and join.

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Bingara: Scots Presbyterian Church is open for worship at 10:00am every Sunday. Sunday School to be held each week.

Warialda: St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church has weekly worship services each Sunday at 10:00am. All welcome. Enquiries 6721 0511.

Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.

1 Peter 3:8