issue, Bingara MPS have recently adopted the services of My Emergency Doctor as a pilot site for Hunter New England. It is a virtual care service, proving both successful and popular with patients and care providers alike. In much the same manner as being treated by a VMO onsite, a patient will arrive at the MPS and are assessed by nursing staff before being seen by the doctor. Based in Australia and staffed by Emergency Specialists, the doctor will speak with and treat the patient as though they were in the same room.
Further, the establishment of the position will afford nurses a potential career path that may enable them to live rurally and still continue to perform clinical duties alongside management functions. It is also hoped that it will assist in attracting and retaining nurses in the profession.
Given the seemingly dire forecasts to have come out of the recent Job Summit in terms of a shortfall of available labour in sectors such as Health, incentives such as the creation of new roles like Nurse Practitioner to attract local young people and immigrants alike will be a boon to towns like Bingara and Warialda. Further incentives such as monetary payments to assist with filling hard-tofill positions can also now be offered. These can be used towards relocation costs, housing expenses or providing access to further
It is imperative to note that access to local doctors 24/7 currently in small towns as found in the Gwydir Shire is untenable. Doctors need to be attracted to positions in smaller rural towns safe in the knowledge that they can enjoy the area and what it offers in terms of lifestyle and also afford them time off from their professional Tocommitment.addressthis
Left: Sue Mack is able to undertake more advanced assessments, utilising various diagnostic equipment at Bingara MPS
love to see locals take up a career in nursing. This has already commenced with the two-year student-based traineeship to attain a qualification as an AIN. Some of these locals have continued as AINs, and a handful have progressed to Univeristy to study to become a Registered Nurse, coming back to nurse in other rural areas..
Havingbasis.
Sueeducation.would
COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 To receive your monthly digital copy of The Gwydir News delivered FREE to your inbox every month visit www.gwydirnews.com/subscribe or phone 0436 934 099 1 GWYDIRNEWS GwydirNEWSTHE Community news for the Gwydir Shire and surrounds COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS March 2021 Edition • www.thegwydirnews.com.au Free MARCH 2021 EDITION • WWW.THEGWYDIRNEWS.COM.AU FREE SEPTEMBER 2022 Edition • www.gwydirnews.com
In a move replicated elsewhere in the MEHI sector at Wee Waa MPS, Hunter New England Health has appointed Sue, in part due to the shortage of local VMOs who can attend the hospital on a regular
Care and Career: Best of Both Worlds with Nurse Practitioner
Bingara Multi-Purpose Service and the greater Gwydir Shire community have welcomed the appointment of Sue Mack as Nurse Practitioner. This newly-created role brings the best of both worlds to the nursing table - the opportunity to continue to be involved in the clinical care of patients, whilst also offering a career path that doesn’t necessitate a move to larger regional towns or to a city.
As extensions to regular Registered Nurse roles and responsibilities, Sue is able to undertake more advanced assessments, devise treatment plans, prescribe medications, order diagnostic imaging, perform suturing, apply back slabs and perform radiographer diagnoses. Referrals to third parties such as Allied Health and physiotherapists are also part of the position’s roles.
the requisite minimum 5 years experience in a Registered Nursing role, Sue undertook her Master’s degree which she completed in 2020, then commenced as a Nurse Practitioner in 2021. The role suits a professional who is able to work autonomously utilising more advanced nursing skills.
Sue is quick to point out that the appointment of a Nurse Practitioner in no way takes away the need for doctors as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Support of both nursing staff and doctors is paramount in the role of Nurse Practitioner. All facilities in the Hunter New England area will eventually have at least one Nurse Practitioner employed.
Above: Bingara Multi-Purpose Service has welcomed Sue Mack as Nurse Practitioner
They offer a no-charge dose administration aid known as a Webster pack to ensure those requiring multiple medications take the correct dose at the right time on the right day.
Below: Orange tree visit, Willoughby
Furthermore, by utilising the MedsCheck programs, the Pharmacy is able to review patients’ medications – both over-the-counter and prescription and then make suggestions for better care.
MAYORALCOLUMN
Sietel was inspired to become involved in the health and wellness industry due to the inherent satisfaction he found by helping people health-wise. Sietel feels that life becomes a little easier when a person takes their health and wellness into consideration. Facing his own challenges with a degenerative nerve disease aided him to see the value in choosing a career that helps manage incurable diseases.
Last weekend Councillors, Staff and four young people travelled to the Willoughby City Council area and enjoyed their Spring Fair. The Willoughby Youth Exchange is so important and gives our young people lasting memories and friendships. Council is hoping to extend the Gwydir experience next year so the metropolitan youth can fully experience country and farm life.
They have also been able to offer Influenza and Moderna COVID immunisations and boosters to residents, providing greater protection from severe illness from these viruses. With anaemia, blood pressure and weight loss screening, the staff at Warialda Pharmacy are there to help community members track their wellness through preventative care.
Above: Warialda Phamacy staff
Sietel enjoys engaging with residents of the Gwydir shire, noting that “The Gwydir shire is filled with some of the most archetypally engaging and cool Australians to serve and work with. The spirit of the region is relaxed, upbeat and friendly, and hard work and insight go along way - it’s a privilege to own a business here.”
Cr John Coulton
Warialda Pharmacy Dispenses Good Advice
Gwydir
NEWS 2
Council continues to support the community in setting up a not-for-profit limited company which will deliver medical services to Bingara and district from 3 October 2022 when Rural and Remote Medical Services (RARMS) withdraws. The Gwydir community is very fortunate that such essential medical services are available in both Bingara and Warialda
The Pharmacy provides assistance in the management a range of issues, from acute conditions to preventative care. Stock levels are constantly being monitored and improved to ensure necessary medications required by the community are on hand. This has been challenging recently, with many prescriptive drugs subject to Government rationing.
With a view that all pharmacists are scientists and technicians along with the belief that health is a combination of the mental and physical condition of a person, Sietel purports that it is possible to be in poor health but still exhibit radiant wellness. This can be achieved with a positive attitude and a lifestyle of optimised health. Warialda Pharmacy is available to support those who need assistance in prioritising wellness.
While the season is favourable for agriculture, it has been playing havoc with the roads program. The extended wet has slowed progress with flood repair and the other grant funded projects. The I.B. Bore Road and County Boundary Road projects have been delayed because of the lack of lime available on the market. On the bright side we have had successful meetings with Moree Shire Council which has indicated a willingness to seal the three kilometres of the I.B. Bore Road in its Shire, subject to grant funding. Moree and Gwydir Shires have a healthy working relationship.
Warialda Pharmacy is a community-based pharmacy, focussed on the needs of locals by dispensing the correct medications and health products, supported by friendly and accurate advice, care and insight.
This Spring will be extraordinary with the amount of rainfall we have received lately. It is a pleasure to travel the Shire and see green paddocks and fat cattle. I sincerely hope that it stays dry at the right time to get a good harvest.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Queries were answered regarding duration of courses, cost, class profile, enrolment deadlines, and potential outcomes on
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. Look out for your flyer in the letterbox.
Along that vein, I would like to continue to have a special focus for each issue, along with regular and pertinent articles relevant to all residents in the Gwydir Shire. As such, this month, we are continuing our emphasis on health and wellness, celebrating the outstanding work done by the many professionals, assistants and volunteers in this field.
- RCG 25 October
such as a white card but are unable to travel to Bingara or Warialda to undertake the training.
Ph 0438 546 519, 6724 1965 or 6729 1487
A warm and hearty “hello” from the Editor’s desk this month. My name is Sally Robertson and I am the incumbent Administrator at the Gwydir News.
COLLEGE CHAT
In magnificent late-Winter sun, Northern Inland Community College hosted an Open Day on Friday 26 August within the fabulous learning space at their Warialda OfficiallyCampus. opened less than a year ago, the Campus offers both open and more private learning spaces, indoors and out.
Potential students were warmly greeted by the following staff: Gwydir Coordinator, Janette Tan; Head Office Representative, Penny Bloomfield; Welding and Engineering Trainer, Peter Koschmann; and Gwydir Adminstration Officer, Melissa.
The College is able to take the training to locations such as Coolatai with the assistance of a new mobile learning centre, replete with satellite connectivity for internet and mobile communications.
- Get Digital 11 October Warialda, 13 October Bingara
This is a boon to smaller towns where residents may need to obtain qualifications
with Jannette Tan FROM DESKEDITOR’STHE
Northern Inland Community College Open Day
This year has flown by and we have already planned our Term 4 ComingFlyer. up for the rest of term 3:
- First Aid 23 September
- Digital Skills including Excel and Cloud 11 October Warialda, 13 October Bingara
Future issues will feature topics such as small business, environment, climate, education, crop, stock and mixed farming with upcoming features listed in the October issue of the Gwydir News to allow potential copy writers and advertisers to allocate time and resources towards that specialisation.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
- Food Handling 26 October
Gwydir
- Introduction to Welding 22 October
commpletion of courses.
Jannette Tan excited about the open day.
Wow what a great turn up and marvelous day we had for our Open Day at the Warialda Campus on 26 August.
Please let us know if there is anything you are interested in or chasing and we shall see what we can arrange for you.
SEPTEMBER 2022
I am new to Bingara and the Shire, having most recently hailed from Gunnedah. If you see me about, please feel free to say hello, and better yet – offer suggestions as to what content you would like to see in future issues.
NEWS 3
Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm or visit our website: www.communitycollegeni.nsw.edu.au/RTO 90027
I look forward to embracing all the wonderful features, resources, events and facilities that the Gwydir Shire has to offer, and most importantly, getting to know the marvellous people who run, support, look after and guide them.
This is manifested in various ways - from adjusting start dates, swapping locations, setting up courses not yet on offer but requested by students right through to new remote learning options.
- Some courses planned for Term 4:
With their motto being “Right where you need us”, Janette pointed out that the College, where possible, caters and adapts to the need of residents in the Gwydir Shire.
- RSA 24 October
- Confined Spaces 27 September
Bingara and Warialda Community College
I have been thrust into the role, all guns blazing, with support and guidance from my predecessor, Kim Miller, and several colleagues at the Gwydir Shire Council. My thanks go to them all for aiding my transition into what promises to be a dynamic and varied role.
APPLY NOW FOR VOLUNTEER GRANTS
Whether it’s volunteering with Meals on Wheels, helping in the canteen at the junior soccer or responding to emergencies with the State Emergency Service, our
NEWS 4
volunteers play an important role in our communities, and these grants help ensure local volunteers can continue their valuable
I know how beneficial these grants have been to previous recipients over the years, so I encourage all eligible organisations to download an EOI form and submit an expression of interest to my office by 5pm AEST Friday 16 September.
UPCATCHCOULTON’S
Some of the training John undertook as part of his firefighting career included motor driving, road crash rescue, hazardous materials, and advanced resuscitation. Other tasks undertaken in his various roles have included providing basic emergency life support, general first aid, as well as merit selection for new members of FRNSW.
More information is available by contacting the Dubbo electorate office: 02 6882 0999
‘GILLY’ RETIRES AFTER HALF A CENTURY OF FIRE RESCUE SERVICE TO THE BINGARA COMMUNITY
Grantswork.
Expressions of interest are open until 5pm Monday 26 September. To learn more and submit an EOI, visit www.frrr.org.au/ impact-program.
APPLY NOW FOR COMMUNITY DROUGHT
Above: A farewell from a distinguished career with FRNSW for John Gill, attended by: Brendan Simpson; Robbie Wighton; Colin Cuell; Wayne Zikan; Ian Underwood; John Gill; Stan Fletcher; David Koch; Shane Turner; David Smith; and Chris McCudden..
There’s currently grants of up to $500,000 available for projects that build drought resilience in regions across the Parkes electorate, under the Future Drought Fund’s Community Impact Program. These grants will help rural communities adapt to drier seasons by strengthening their networks and capabilities.
It’sGRANTShard to imagine another drought while it’s so green but we know drier times are just around the corner. That’s why it’s so important for our regional communities to start preparing for the next drought now.
Regaling tales of life as a firefighter years ago, John recalls relying on the sounding of house bells and town sires to be notified of fires and rescue events. These days, members carry pagers and/ or mobile phones to notify them of jobs to be attended to. Another change of times has seen smoke alarms installed for the elderly and Legacy residents of Bingara.
Gwydir
I am inviting eligible not-for-profit organisations in the Parkes electorate to submit an expression of interest to my office for the 2022-23 Volunteer Grants program.
I encourage eligible not-for-profit organisations in the Bogan, Bourke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Central Darling, Cobar, Coonamble, Dubbo, Gilgandra, Gunnedah, Gwydir, Lachlan, Narrabri, Narromine, Walgett, Warren and Warrumbungle Local Government Areas, as well as Unincorporated NSW, to apply now.
Tuesday, 31 May 2022 marked 50 years and one month of dedicated service to Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) by the Captain of Bingara Station, John Gill. It was also the end of his esteemed career as a professional fire fighter.
John continues to remain an active participant of Bingara Community events in his retirement.
THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
John Gill joined FRNSW on 1 May 1972 and progressed through the Service until his appointment as Deputy Captain of the Bingara Brigade on 1 May 1992. He held this position for just over ten years prior to being promoted to Captain on 1 June 2002 holding this position until his retirement. John was awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal as part of the 2019 Australia Day Awards, which is the highest honour an Australian firefighter can receive. John also has the distinguished honour of being the longest serving member of the Bingara Brigade
of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to help community groups pay for equipment or for promotional activities that increase participation in volunteering, as well as reimburse fuel costs and expenses associated with transport and training.
Funding could be used for a range of community-led projects including networking events, training and development, capability building and small infrastructure upgrades.
COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
NEWS 5
Gwydir
can become overwhelmed by the number of products that are out there and for most of us it is easy to neglect our skin because we simply do not have the time. Elisha assures
THE IMPACT OF ACNE CAN BE MORE THAN SKIN DEEP
“As a young teen, I suffered from acne prone skin which really impacted how I saw myself and looking back, I wish I knew more about skincare. I am so passionate about helping others reach their skin results to not only improve the appearance of their skin but also the mental and social wellbeing that is associated with suffering from a skin condition.”
NEWS 6
“All the treatments in the shop, whether it be for a facial, or makeup for a special occasion are Nutrimetics products. My clients have seen such a big difference by using this brand. I really cannot speak highly enough of the range available and the importance of looking after your skin.”
Elisha is also happy to visit you at your home to discuss your skincare needs or provide beauty treatments if you are unable to make it into the shop. She is also able to do any product ordering for you, that is shipped directly straight to your door in a matter of Oftendays.people
Elisha is also very community orientated and really enjoys giving back to the people of Warialda by supporting a variety of different organisations. Honour Your Heart Walk, Warialda Christmas Carnival, Warialda Preschool, Warialda Races and the Bingara Black Dog Ball are just some of the community groups which Elisha likes to support.
New Bridge Afoot
This funding will not only see the dilapidated timber structure replaced with a modern concrete version, but the approaches to the bridge will also be bitumen sealed, making the section of gravel road even more safe and reduce long-term maintenance costs for ratepayers.
For more information, contact Elisha on 0400 629 899 or visit her shop in Hope Street Warialda
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
people that you do not need a 10-step skincare routine and that you only need to spend a couple of minutes morning and night to reach your skin results.
“As a working mother, I know how time poor I can be myself at times. The products I offer and use daily only require a very simple routine, which takes no time at all and are very achievable for anyone to implement as a part of their skincare maintenance.”
Nutrimetics skincare and makeup products that she not only uses in the shop, but she is such a big fan of these goods that she also uses them at home.
“In a small town like Warialda, businesses and community groups are very reliant upon the help and ultimately the success of others. Assistance, or lack thereof, can often mean that an event may or may not go ahead. This impacts our societies social, physical and mental wellbeing and I want to do the best I can to support that”.
Adam Marshall MP recently announced that the last remaining timber bridge in the Gwydir Shire – the ageing Gulf Creek Road Bridge – will be removed and replaced, thanks to a State Government grant of $252,500. A new concrete equivalent will take its place.
After battling her own skin struggles as a teenager and having some extra time on her hands during the COVID-19 lockdowns, Elisha from Eyes on You was inspired to help others who experience all different types of skin conditions.
At Eyes on You, there are a range of products and services available to assist all skin types and beauty needs. Elisha also often hosts a range of skincare and make up master classes that are tailored for all demographics, which are also a great excuse to get out of the house for a social outing.
Gwydir
Above: Elisha from Eyes on You is inspired to help others on the journey to better skin
Facials, waxing and tinting are all the regular services that you would expect to see in a beauty salon, but Elisha goes that one step further and offers tailored skincare matches to suit a variety of different skin types, whether it be oily, dry, aged, acne or blemish prone skin – there is a product available to assist you with your Elishaneeds.stocks
Left: Warialda resident and Sydney Eye Hospital patient, Damian Kelly with volunteer Angel Flight, pilot Gregory Dillenbeck at Warialda Airstrip
lover of all things country, including the opportunity to fly gliders in regions well away from Sydney, Gregory understands the disparity be tween life for people in rural and regional areas compared with city counterparts. Being a volunteer pilot for Angel Flight Australia gives him the opportunity to help address the discrepancy. Gregory also volunteers his time for the charity by giving talks to organisations such as the Country Women’s Association about the work Angel Flight does.
Gwydir
Angel Flight Brings Medical and Logistical Relief for Warialda Local
Furtherexemplary.information about Angel Flight Australia can be found at: www.angelflight.org.au/
Above: A safe landing at Warialda Airstrip in aircraft VH-MZZ, a low-wing Mooney M20
NEWS 7
Patients and family travelling with them are offered a door-to-door service, with a car service provided at the other end of the journey, thus avoiding issues with organising ground transfers through taxis and Ubers and the like once the plane has landed.
Damian had the added requirement of needing a plane that could accommo date his non-folding white cane. Not all aircraft registered with Angel Flight are able to fit one in the cabin. The flights to and from Sydney were his first experi ence using the service, and Damian ex pressed his gratitude for the service and would be more than happy to use Angel Flight again. Damian’s mother, Kim, also stated how wonderful the service wascommunication between all parties had been
Prior to volunteering for the role of Angel Flight pilot, Gregory had clocked up requisite hours as “Pilot in Command” and had also met the requirements of medical clearance and all the relevant experience, currency and endorsements for flying his low wing Mooney M-20 plane. Since joining in 2011, Gregory has notched up 90-odd missions for the charity. There is no set schedule for the call to help - the previous day, Gregory had taken a patient from Gilgandra to Canberra, but more often than not, there are gaps between the call for help with Atransport.self-confessed
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
Recently, Warialda local resident Dami an Kelly, who is legally blind, required assistance with transport to the Sydney Eye Hospital. Doctors at the Warialda Family Practice arranged for him to utilise the Angel Flight Service.
Angel Flight Australia is a charity that coordinates non-emergency flights to help country people trying to deal with the troublesome trifecta of poor health, financial difficulty and daunting drive distances. All flights are free to patients and their families and may involve travel to medical facilites anywhere in Aus tralia. Angel Flight pilots do not carry aeromedical staff so do not act as an alternative to the Royal Flying Doctor Service or Air Ambulance. Angel Flight regularly coordinates up to twenty flights per day.
With thanks to pilot Gregory Dillenbeck, who donates his plane, his time, skills and most of the running costs, Damian was able to attend the Hospital without the difficulty of dealing with long dis tance and time constraints involved with driving or taking the train.
Under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act, Aboriginal land claims on Crown Land are assessed by the Department of Planning and Environment – Crown Lands against statutory criteria, including whether the land is lawfully used or occupied.
and Queensland. It will complete the missing link in our national freight network, providing a fast a reliable connection between regional centres and capital cities, strengthening the supply chain and keeping supermarket shelves stocked. Inland rail is already providing exciting opportunity for business growth, local and international trade, jobs and economic development.
Rail is a new freight rail project that will connect Melbourne and Brisbane through regional Victoria, New South Wales
The staff of Trans4m Rail are committed to supporting local organisations any way possible, there have been multiple fundraisers held internally including a Christmas toy drive for the children of Moree Family Support. The intention of the winter hoodie appeal was to send warmth to those doing it tough during the colder months, just like a hoodie provides physical warmth, the chosen charities provide emotional warmth. The hoodies were designed by staff of Trans4m Rail and bought to life by Hip Pocket Narrabri.
Trans4m Rail is a joint venture between John Holland and SEE Civil. John Holland is one of Australia’s leading rail contractors, with a proven record of delivering rail infrastructure projects throughout Australia and internationally. SEE Civil is a family-owned company which has been specialising in civil construction and engineering for over 30 years. These two companies combined to deliver the best possible result for the Inland Rail Narrabri to North Star Phase 1
Two very deserving Gwydir Shire community groups, Warialda Community Aide and Bingara Community Comfort, were the recipients of cheques at the Gwydir Shire Ordinary Council Meeting on Thursday 25 August, presented by Rhiannan Barr and Laura Colley, representatives from Trans4m Rail.
Gwydir
“It’s still early days but we’ll be looking at how we can best use the land to benefit the Aboriginal community,” Mr McIntosh said.
A block of land big enough for four large houses in Warialda will be returned to the local Aboriginal community after the NSW Government granted an Aboriginal land claim to Moree Local Aboriginal Land Council.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
TheProject.Inland
Moree Local Aboriginal Land Council CEO, Steve McIntosh said the local Aboriginal community was very pleased with the land grant and the Land Council would investigate the site to decide its future use.
“We’ll look at the cultural heritage of the site and possible cultural uses or economic uses. With the housing crisis we’ll also see if we can use the block to develop housing for Aboriginal people, which could also involve working with a private enterprise.”
If the land is found to be claimable it is returned to the Aboriginal Land Council as freehold land.
Aboriginal Land Claim Approved at Warialda
Crown Lands Executive Director of Land Strategy, Michael Ramalli said the department was working to accelerate the processing of more Aboriginal land claims.
Left: Mayor John Coulton accepting a cheque from Trans4m representitive Rhiannan Barr on behalf of Warialda Community Aide. Right: Cr Catherine Egan and Cr Tiffany Galvin accepting a cheque from Trans4m representitive Rhiannan Barr on behalf of Bingara Community Comfort.
NEWS 8BIG
BUSINESS HELPING LOCALS IN NEED
Councillors Mayor John Coulton and Deputy Mayor Catherine Egan thanked Trans4m Rail for their generous donation of $2000 for each group, assuring all in attendance that the monies would be very well utilised by each party.
The 0.41 hectare block is undeveloped bushland bordering a house on Plunkett Street at the edge of town.
Trans4m Rail hope that the donation provided to these deserving groups will enable them to keep doing the amazing works that they have been doing for the last 20 years. It is an inspiration to see community groups such as these, completely funded by the generosity of members of the community.
Lifelike medical manikins, simulated accident scenarios and speciallydesigned simulation equipment assisted in the recreation of highpressure emergency situations at the CareFlight Trauma Care Workshop at The Living Classroom on Sunday 28 August.
The areas of focus for the workshop were patient assessment, spinal injuries, burns managements, haemorrhage control and airway obstructions, just to name a few. A total of 10 participants attended the course and were very impressed with the quality of the training
NEWS 9
Gwydir
Carlprovided.Tooley,
a Warialda Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteer, attended the workshop and commented on how invaluable the training was.
The team from CareFlight hope to be running additional Trauma Care Workshops in the Gwydir Shire next year so be sure to keep an eye out for dates.
CAREFLIGHT BRINGS FREE EMERGENCY TRAINING TO GWYDIR FIRST RESPONDERS
“The scenarios are a great learning experience, especially for those who are involved in high risk settings like RFS and SES volunteers. The training undertaken in these workshops could very well save somebody’s life, so I encourage anyone who is unsure about participating in education like this, to just go for it!”
Top: Gwydir volunteers and first responders gaining valuable skills at the recent CareFlight Trauma Care workshop held a the Living Classroom.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
“This was one of the most professionally delivered training days I have ever attended. The simulated emergency training was amazing. It provided the attendees with realistic scenarios and instilled confidence in those that perhaps do not deal with trauma situations regularly, by equipping them with the appropriate skills to handle a crisis.”
The training was centred on equipping first responders and volunteers with pre-hospital trauma care education through a series of scenariobased situations which were conducted by experienced emergency response professionals.
Mr Bernard said water licences in NSW were worth almost $30 billion and meters are the best way to protect this asset on behalf of the people of NSW and the environment. “We understand some water users are grappling with challenges, but we expect everyone to have made a reasonable effort to comply by their deadline,” Mr Bernard ex plained. “Our expectation is that water users will have at least a formal agreement or contract with a certified meter installer. Those who can’t provide this evidence may receive fines and legal directions to comply.”
Director Regulatory Initiatives Ian Bernard said the increase in reports was driven by NRAR’s proactive focus on helping water users comply with the new rules. “About half of all the reports have been raised by our teams who have been out in the field reviewing and report ing on how water users are complying with these rules,” Mr Bernard said. “We’ve audited properties with pumps or bores that needed com pliant metering equipment by 1 December 2020, as well as 1 December “Water2021.”
Highest stop work orders/ directions were in the Lower North Coast
The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) has recorded the highest ever number of suspicious activity notifications in a single quarter since it began quarterly reporting in mid-2019. The latest round of data shows 774 suspicious activity reports were lodged for the pe riod April to June 2022, mostly related to the state’s non-urban water metering rules.
THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
The bulk of routine monitoring was concentrated in the Lower North Coast, Hunter, Lachlan, Macquarie-Castlereagh, Murrumbidgee and Murray regions. “We’ve got an expanded presence across regional NSW and we’re harnessing various kinds of technology to improve our monitoring capacity,” Mr Bernard said. “This means the chances of identifying metering non-compliance have never been higher, but that also gives us a chance to assist people with any challenges they might have.”
NRAR2022enforcement
378 onsite inspections completed Highest investigations finalised were in the Namoi region (45)
289 investigations finalised Highest number of warnings/cautions were in the Lower North Coast
16(17)Penalty
10
activities Regional results
177 desktop inspections completed Highest number of PINs issued was in the Lower North Coast region (8)
Above: Natural Resources Access Regulators checking metereing requirements
Gwydir NEWS
NRAR’s online quarterly reporting tool allows users to see NRAR’s enforcement activity data at state, regional and local scale.
22(7)formal warnings/cautions issued
users with large pumps or bores across NSW needed to have installed accurate meters that have been independently validated by certified meter installers by 1 December 2020. Most of these pumps are also required to transmit data about water taken to a central database,” Mr Bernard said. “Water users with medium to large-sized pumps or bores in the Macquarie, Gwydir, Namoi, Border Rivers and BarwonDarling regions needed to have compliant metering equipment by 1 December 2021,” he said.
Infringement Notices (PINs) issued 28 stop work, enforceable undertakings or other directions issued
Table 1 NRAR enforcement activity and regional results during April to June
NRAR FOCUS ON METER COMPLIANCE YIELDS HIGH RESULT
Water users can check if the new non-urban metering rules apply to their water supply works on the NSW government’s online metering guidance tool. Mr Bernard said a further 25 per cent of the suspicious activity reports for the quarter were the result of regular routine moni toring activities.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 Gwydir NEWS 11 Chronic disease management Skin checks Skin lesion removal (freezing) Travel vaccinations Minor surgery Family planning On site INR testing Telehealth conferencing. The Bingara Doctors Surgery will remain open. Doctors Neil, Antonella and Chris and all the team will continue to provide the community with the highest quality of health care, including: Contact the friendly team at Bingara Doctors Surgery to book your appointment. 94 Maitland Street Bingara NSW 2404 Tel: 02 6724 1900 Fax: 02 6724 1996 WE'RE STAYING WOPEN! E'RE STAYING OPEN! Developed in partnership with the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network.
NEWS 12
Gwydir
Applications for the 2023 Young Carers Bursary are now open and will close at 5pm Tuesday 19 September (AEST).
“Other research has shown that young carers can be over a year behind their classmates in literacy and numeracy, and they’re less likely than their peers without caring responsibilities to complete
She conducted a survey of 5,000 children between the ages of eight and 14 and found that 9 per cent of the respondents said they had care responsibilities.
ACTIONDEMENTIAWEEK
“We know discrimination has a significant impact on people living with dementia, their families and carers, and a little support from the community and healthcare professionals can make a big difference,” Ms McCabe said.
“We are encouraging communities to download the toolkit and come together to learn more about how they can support people living with dementia. Whether in a workplace, at a bowls or footy club, or just with friends and family, we want everyone to get together to learn more about dementia and how a little support can make a big difference.”
secondary school.”
She also says young carers may find it harder to access tertiary education, full-time employment and income security in their adult lives.
The theme of Dementia Action Week 2022, which runs from Monday 19 September to Sunday 25 September, is ‘A little support makes a big difference’.
The toolkit includes resources to help you host an event or get-together, including videos from Dementia Australia Patron Ita Buttrose AC OBE, Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor Associate Professor Michael Woodward AM and Dementia Australia Ambassador Takaya Honda, informational slides, conversation starters and more.
To help people and groups provide this support and make a difference in the lives of people living with dementia in their community, Dementia Australia has produced an easy-to-download events and activities toolkit.
Young carers are children and young people, 25 years or under, who help to support a family member or friend living with a disability, mental illness, drug or alcohol dependency, chronic condition, terminal illness or who is frail.
Every caring situation is different, and the word ‘carer’ can be confusing. Young carers are daughters, sons, brothers, sisters, granddaughters, grandsons, nieces, nephews, cousins and even friends!
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Myra Hamilton is a senior research fellow at UNSW’s Social Policy Research Centre, and she says that caring duties have a “mixed impact” on young people.
The Carers NSW Young Carer Program was developed to make a positive difference to the lives of these young carers and their families. If you are a young carer, this is a free service that can support you!
According to Carers Australia, there are approximately 272,000 young carers across the country.
Dr Hamilton says that young carers reported physical and emotional tiredness, less daily homework completion, and less participation in recreational activities.
Each year the program also offers scholarships to support young carers to continue their education. The program offers 1000 bursaries of $3000 each year to assist with education needs and resources.
The Carer Gateway also offers assistance to young carers and their families by way of advice, services, support and respite. Please contact them on 1800 422 737 to register.
Dementia Australia CEO Maree McCabe AM said the toolkit was a valuable resource for anyone who wanted to support people living with dementia in their community.
Events can be hosted in-person or online using the toolkit resources depending on the COVID-19 guidelines in place.
Download the toolkit here: running-an-event/discrimination.dementia.org.au/tips-for-https://
A free events toolkit to enable community groups, workplaces and individuals show their support for people living with dementia during Dementia Action Week is now available.
YOUNG CARER BURSARY PROGRAM NOW TAKING
For more information about young carers and eligibility for the bursary please visit the Young Carers Network website www. youngcarersnetwork.com.au
The AFDRS has been designed to be updatable so that the system can take advantage of improving science, data and information into the future – adapting with our growing understanding of bushfire.
NEWS 13
Fire danger ratings are used to communicate the consequences of a fire, if one was to start. On days when there is minimal risk, ‘No rating’ will be used.
Under the previous system, fire danger ratings were based on only bush and grass. The new system uses eight different types of
fire danger ratings are determined by the Fire Behaviour Index – a simple numerical scale that can be used consistently across Australia. The Fire Behaviour Index runs from 0 to 100 and beyond, with increasingly high values to indicate dangerous fire behaviour and therefore fire danger risk.
One of Australia’s largest social research projects was undertaken during the development of the Australian Fire Danger Rating System (AFDRS) to inform its design. The new system delivers clearer and –for the first time – nationally consistent fire danger ratings.
The AFDRS is a project of national significance developed collaboratively by all states and territories, and the Australian MoreGovernment.information about the AFDRS is available online at: www. firedangerratings.com.au
Recognise the signs of dangerous fire conditions
A new and nationally consistent bushfire danger rating system starts across Australia on 1 September 2022, providing clearer and more accurate information to communities at risk of bushfire. The Australian Fire Danger Rating System brings together the latest science and knowledge of fire behaviour, and is supported by extensive community research. It is the most significant change to the fire danger rating system in more than 50 years.
The AFDRS calculates fire danger at a finer geographic scale than ever before.
Fire danger ratings do not indicate the chance of a bushfire starting. Rather, they describe the level of danger a community could face should a bushfire start.
vegetation, which have been mapped across the entire country.
The display of daily ratings has been simplified to use four levels of fire danger rating, with simple actions for the community to take at each level.
It considers eight different vegetation types to better represent the diverse landscapes of Australia and how they respond to fire weather Usingconditions.theAFDRS,
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
Gwydir
Gwydir
Auxiliary is grateful to local residents who responded to the call out for donations of 8 ply acrylic wool – notably the Page family who donated a big bag full of brightly coloured wool. Many thanks to Evie and Wendy who have been busy crocheting. The Hospital staff are most appreciative of the colourful rugs donated so far.
Planning continues for the Garden Party in the garden of Carmel and Roger Gobbert, Long St Warialda on Saturday October 29. Stall holders are still able to book a site by calling Marilyn Stubbins on 0456863848. The Garden Party will offer a 2 course lunch, musical items, raffles, guest speaker as well as browsing and purchasing from stall holders in Carmel and Roger’s relaxing, beautiful garden. All money raised from the Garden Party will
WARIALDA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SPRING UPDATE
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
garden lovers. Tickets at $2 each or 3 for $5 can be purchased in an ornamental windmill with weather station and a black steel garden bench.
WarialdaAUXILIARYHospital
So, put Saturday October 29 into your diary for the Garden Party. The last big fund-raising event for 2022 will be the return of the popular Market Night at Warialda Golf and Bowling Club on Saturday November 12 where you can be assured of finding that special something for those on your Christmas gift list.
- FROM THE WARIALDA HOSPITAL
be used to purchase items for the benefit of patients, doctors and medical staff of Warialda Hospital.
“Let us hold high the lamp of service for the welfare of our hospitals.”
NEWS 14 COPETONLEVELSDAM Percent Full: 100% Current Volume: 1,342,000 megalitres
Top: Caption
You can still donate balls of 8 ply acrylic wool for the rugs which are destined for palliative care patients and the long stay patients of our hospital. Simply leave your donation in the basket provided at TheCarinda.Auxiliary has also received a wonderful donation from Warialda artist, Edweena [Eddie] Ladmore. Eddie’s charcoal sketch of a Brown Honey Eater, was presented [alongside 6 colourful rugs] to Hospital Administrator Mel, and staff on Wednesday August 24. Thank you, Eddie, for your beautiful, generous donation which will take pride of place in our hospital for patients and visitors to admire. [ photo]
The raffle of bed linen valued at over $300, was drawn by Mat from IGA on Friday August 26, with Judy Lindsay the lucky winner. Congratulations Judy. From mid-September Auxiliary members will start selling tickets in a raffle to delight
The Victorian initiative combines a scholarship payment of up to $16,500 to cover three years of full-time study and will be offset by two years of work in the Victorian public health service, so that across the five-year program, training will be free. “This is a practical way to attract more recruits into this profession as well as opening a pathway to those for whom financial restrictions have made a degree and career in nurs ing unattainable,” Mr Marshall said.
“This includes scholarships of up to $10,000 for postgraduate nurses to complete specialty studies, $11,000 scholarships for enrolled nurses to become registered nurses, $12,000 scholarships to support training and employment of 100 new Nurse Practitioners.
“Today I’ve written to the Minister for Health and Minister for Regional Health requesting the same offer be put on the table for aspiring nurses and midwives to train here in NSW,” Mr Marshall said. “The fact that a government of a different political persuasion in another State has developed and announced it should be no barrier to implementing the same good public policy here in NSW, as quickly as possible.
Gwydir
“It could be a real game-changer for the nursing and midwifery profes sions, helping to attract more school leavers and mature-aged students looking for a career change. Given this new policy has bi-partisan support in Victoria, no matter who wins the November election down there, it be in place from next year. I fear that if we don’t do the same here in NSW, we risk losing thousands of potential future NSW nurses and midwives to Victoria forever.”
Authorised Marshall MP, Member for Northern Tablelands. Funded using parliamentary entitlements.
NORTHERN Tablelands MP Adam Marshall has recently called on the State Government to follow its Victorian counterparts lead and urgently step in to make university studies for new nurses and midwives feefree. The Victorian initiative was announced in August, to bi-partisan support, and Mr Marshall said that it was vital the NSW Government also offered the support to ensure the upskilling of the nursing work force and prevent a ‘brain-drain’ into the neighbouring state.
Mail: PO Box 77, Armidale NSW 2350 Email: northerntablelands@parliament.nsw.gov.au Web: www.adammarshall.com.auadammarshallmp
“I am urging the adoption of this practical and effective way to boost our domestic health workforce.”
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
Suite 1, 175 Rusden Street, Armidale NSW 2350 Moree office: Suites 2-6, 161 Balo Street, Moree NSW 2400 02 6752 5002
by Adam
NEWS 15
AdamadammarshallmpMarshall MP your Member for Northern Tablelands Proud to be representativeyourin NSW
Phone:
Call for Fee-free Study for Nurses and Midwives
NAMES
“Let’s not delay – I want to see NSW get this offer on the table before Victoria starts to recruit from across the border our best and brightest. The Victorian Government’s plan has been costed as a $270 million program to recruit and train 17,000 nurses and midwives, with 10,000 of those expected to be new students. Additionally, I am calling on the NSW Government to duplicate other payments to upskill existing nurses and midwives,” Mr Marshall said.
Top:
ARTS + HEALTH
So do yourself a favour and come to the Roxy Cinema on Sunday September 25 at 4pm, for the North West Theatre Company Film Club’s special showing of “The Day of the Jackal”.
Submitted by Rick Hutton – NWTC Film Club Secretary
leaving de Gaulle and his entire entourage unharmed. Within six months, OAS leader Jean Bastien-Thiry and several other members are captured and Bastien-Thiry is Theexecuted.remaining
North West Theatre Company Film Club MOVIE OF THE MONTH
The magic in ‘The Day of the Jackal’ is its non-stop reflection of the assassin and his pursuers travelling across Europe to fatally engage at their common destination, The Arc de Triomphe, in Paris, France.
The plot reflects a troubled time in European history. On 22 August 1962, the militant underground organisation OAS, infuriated by the French government granting independence to Algeria, attempt to assassinate French President Charles de Gaulle. The assassination attempt fails,
Want to see a thriller? Here’s one that is a classic. ‘The Day of the Jackal’ by Frederick Forsyth was first released as a novel in the early 1970s. It remains in print today and is one of the great novels of the 20th Century.
16
A 1973 review of “Day of the Jackal” in its year of release said, “It is not a great film, but it’s a damn good one, one of the very few films released this year that is worth all the trouble and expense of going out to the movies.” Director Fred Zinnemann, scripter Kenneth Ross, and editor Ralph Kemplen (earning this film’s sole Oscar nomination) all deserve high marks, and it is not surprising that it received an Oscar nomination for editing, the relentless pace of the film is one of its enduring legacies.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Gwydir
The film ‘The Day of the Jackal’ was released in 1973, directed by Fred Zinnemann and starring Edward Fox as The Jackal, Michael Lonsdale as Lebel, and Derek Jacobi as Caron. It follows the novel rather faithfully although it has several cosmetic changes.
OAS leaders, now hiding in Austria, plan another attempt, and hire a British assassin, who goes by the code name, “Jackal”, for $500,000. The Jackal travels to Genoa and commissions a custom-made rifle from a gunsmith, and fake identity papers from a forger. In Paris, the Jackal duplicates a key to a flat overlooking the Place du 18 juin 1940.
To receive your monthly digital copy of The Gwydir News delivered FREE to your inbox every month visit: www.gwydirnews.com/subscribe or phone 0436 934 099
Gwydir
Will Texas Pete save Minnie Waters? Experience the Drunkard’s Dilemma and find out what the WagesofSin are while enjoying a two course
17
ARTS + HEALTH
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
Performing alongside Jason is guest performer Shara Rose. Shara Rose is a breath of fresh air as a performer. Blending her warm, engaging vocals with lyrics that tell stories straight from the heart - inspiring people to have hope. Her contemporary guitar-driven style mixes Indie, pop, and country.
Bursting onto the Australian Music Scene in 2012 as runner-up of the X-Factor, Jason Owen is one of Australia’s most popular young country music stars.
Jason’s debut album ‘Life Is A Highway’ reached number one on the ARIA Country Chart and number five on the Australian National ARIA Chart. He has since released ‘Friday Night’ featuring his first original hit ‘Damn Right; Proud’, his first all-originals album celebrating his First Nations background.
Times:-(matinee)Matinees 12.30 pm for a 1.00 pm start. Evenings 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start
No stranger to the stage, Shara Rose regularly performs at venues and festivals in Sydney and at major regional shows throughout NSW.
For more information of to book a ticket contact the Bingara Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6724 0066 or visit the Roxy Theatre website at www.roxybingara.com.au
The dramatic and possibly comic pieces, will good clash with evil and heroes, heroines and villains engage in conflict and passion.
Enjoy three short plays bursting with melodrama and passion and a two course meal at the Roxy Theatre this September.
MELODRAMA AND PASSION AT THE ROXY THEATRE
Dates:meal.
For more information or to book a ticket contact the Bingara Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6724 0066 or visit the Roxy Theatre website at www.roxybingara.com.au
Saturday September 17 (evening), Sunday September 18
His latest album ‘Jason Owen Sings John Denver: The Acoustic Sessions’ debuted at Number 1 on the ARIA Country Music Charts in May 2021. He has been nominated for five major music awards including Golden Guitars and CMC awards.
Ticket prices: Table seats only (no allocated seats) $45.00 per person Family table seats only (no allocated seats ) $100.00 per family of 4 (Family consists of 2 adults and 2 Children)
IF YOU LOVE JOHN DENVER YOU WILL ADORE JASON OWEN PERFORMING LIVE AT THE ROXY
Jason is now one of Australia’s most popular country artists having entertained audiences around the country including the Tamworth Country Music Festival, CMC Rocks the Hunter, the ACE Awards.
CENTRALBINGARA SCHOOL
CENTRAL SCHOOLS’ STATE CARNIVAL
For appointments, contact the Bingara Medical Centre on 6724 1900
Gwydir SCHOOL
BCS secondary students recently competed in the Central Schools’ State sports carnival in Dubbo. Bingara Central School submitted teams in under 14s rugby league, under 16s netball, open netball, under 16s touch and open touch. Congratulations to the Bingara Central School under 14s boy’s rugby league 7s team who were undefeated.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
18
Students started with a random population structure and then drew cards with a variety of scenarios representing a range of ‘push’ and
‘pull’ factors that influence populations. They quickly noticed their population structure changing as they lost (ate) and gained (got more lollies from the central pot) citizens based on factors such as conflict, flu epidemics, seeking refuge, education, natural disasters, etc. The classroom was full of rich discussions, demonstrating a high level of understanding of such a key concept, while also having fun!
Stage 5 Geography have recently started the Changing Places module. During this module students examine the patterns and trends in population movements and the increasing urbanisation of countries. They discuss the reasons for internal and international migration patterns and the consequences of population movements, including the increased concentration of populations within countries. On Friday, students completed a Population M&Ms game, with the intention of the lesson being to understand how population change is influenced by a variety of factors.
NEWS
At the end of August, the St Joseph’s students celebrated Book Week. During this time, the school spent one glorious week celebrating books. There were some wonderful costumes and all students thoroughly enjoyed dressing up.
Moree and Goondiwindi
Next visit to Warialda is on Wednesday 24th August
STAGE 5 POPULATION M&MS
ST PRIMARYJOSEPH’SSCHOOL
Above: M&Ms sweeten the learning experience for BCS students
Next visit to Bingara is on Thursday 25th August
Mrs Pleffer | Classroom Teacher
For appointments, contact the Warialda Medical Centre on 6729 1520
BOOK WEEK AT ST JOSEPH’S
COOPER & SMITH OPTOMETRISTS
Top: Creative costumes on parade at St Joseph’s celebrate Book Week.
Congratulations to all of our students, but a particular mention to Snowden Green (Junior Girls Long Jump), Kash Hall (10 years 100m), Hugo Barwick (9 Years 100m, Junior Boys 200m, Junior Boys Long Jump, and Junior Boys High Jump) and the members of the 4 x 100m Junior Girls Relay team who have all qualified to compete at the upcoming State Athletics Championships in Sydney.
Congratulations to all our athletes who competed at the North West Athletics Trials in Tamworth. It was another wet and cold day but they’re all getting used to competing in undesirable
Above: Winners are ginners, Will, Thomas, Sophie and Annabel are off to the PSSA Championships later in the year
Congratulationsweather!
NORTH STAR PUBLIC SCHOOL
Thank you Stahmann Farms for supporting our school and for inviting us to learn about how pecans grow. We would love our families to share the amazing things they make to eat with the pecans.
PSSA RUGBY LEAGUE SUCCESS
REGIONAL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
The students recently enjoyed another great trip to our local pecan nut farm. The kids got to see the tree get shaken, collect the nuts, learn about the pecan trees, skip rocks in the river and have a BBQ lunch.
The Warialda Public School Netball Team recently took out the North West PSSA Netball Trials, playing the finals against Barraba and securing the win 22-19.
REGIONAL ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
PUBLICWARIALDASCHOOL
TRAWALLA PECAN FARM VISIT
Public School who were outstanding and will be very hard to beat in the final match.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
As one of the last eight teams remaining in the NSW Knockout, they will now be playing for the title of the best Netball team in the State!
NEWS
PSSA NETBALL CHAMPIONS
Gwydir SCHOOL
19
to Will, Thomas, Sophie and Annabel who are off to State in Sydney after a convincing win in the Small Schools Relay. Sophie, 2nd in the 1500m, and Annabel, 1st in High Jump, are off to State for these individual events as well.
Last month, our legendary PSSA Rugby League Team finished third in the State, narrowly defeated by Scone Public School in the semi final of the State CongratulationsKnockout.toScone
We’re immensely proud of this achievement and wish to acknowledge the huge amount of training and work the players have put into reaching this point.
GRAVESENDPUBLICSCHOOL
| Agriculture Teacher
Gwydir SCHOOL NEWS
We would like to thank everyone involved in organising the 2022 Merino Wether Challenge, particularly Egelabra for providing the wethers. It has been an amazing learning experience for all students
THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
20
Above: Students celebrate a top day at the pork competition in Bingara
Above: One of the marvellous creations for the Bee Creative Challence
On the second day, students participated in a wool workshop, stock handling demonstration and presented the wethers for the Carcase Value Competition.
Top: The old and the young sharing the joy of books in celebration of Book Week
It was a big couple of days of learning and meeting a wide variety of industry representatives.
Recently the Stage 5 Agriculture students took our school pigs to the first pork competition in Bingara. Whilst we had an interesting time loading our pigs, we have had a very successful day.
Peppa and George both did well against a tough field of pigs. George was successful in placing 1st in the Baconer section and Champion Pig of show. We look forward to receiving the carcase results for our pigs.
WARIALDA HIGH SCHOOL
Nicoleinvolved.Simmons
NORTHERN SCHOOLS’ PRIME PORK COMPETITION
Five students made it through to the speaking section of junior judging (Candy Brooker, Cassidy Turner, Leeroy Mitchell, Wes LaFontaine, Clancy Bowman). Candy and Leeroy were successful in achieving 2nd place in the competition.
Students travelled to Dubbo at the end of August for the Merino Wether Challenge. The first day saw students busy preparing the sheep for show. As we were unable to make up two full teams, two of our sheep were shorn and went to the abattoirs.
HOW CREATIVE ARE YOU?
One of our very own students has used inspiring colour with a multitude of shapes and textures for the Bee Creative Challenge. There are only a few days left to express your creativity. What will you make?
To celebrate Book Week, students from Year 10 visited the Warialda Multi-Purpose Service to read books to some of the residents. A lot of smiles and stories were shared amongst the residents and our students.
THE GENERATIONS CONNECT THROUGH BOOK WEEK
2022 MERINO WETHER CHALLENGE
15th Leanne’s Pink Night, Bingara Sporting Club
31st Upper Horton Rodeo and New Years Eve celebrations, Upper Horton Sports Club.
3rd Barney’sDay golf tournament, Bingara Sporting Club
17th WarialdaHoneyFestival, Warialda Recreation Ground
3rd Warialda Rail Community Christmas Carnival
SEPTEMBER 2022
18th Women Like Us live at the Warialda Town Hall
23rd North Star Public School Open Day, 9.00 am
17th Eco Dying Workshop, Ceramic Break Sculpture Park
DECEMBER 2022
21st Snow White and the Seven Cool Dudes, Warialda Town Hall
16th - 23rd Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia National Rally held in Bingara
29th Gatsby Roaring 20’s Ball - Warialda Memorial Hall
WHAT’S ON!
12th Warialda Sports Council Awards Presentation
Email: editor@thegwydirnews.com.au
Gwydir COMMUNITY
10th Warialda Christmas Carnival, Warialda Recreation Ground.
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.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
25th Christmas Day
15th Bingara Anglican Church Spring Flower Show
17th -18th Warialda Off Road, Mount Monomeeth Warialda.
22nd Lions Markets - from 8:30am, Maitland Street, Bingara
29th Warialda Hospital Auxiliary Garden Party
21
26th The Box Show from Junkyard Beats live at the Roxy Theatre, Bingara
22nd CMCA ‘BacktoBingara’ Street Fair
26th Bingara Lions Markets - from 8:30am, Maitland Street, Bingara
OCTOBER 2022
23rd JasonOwenSingsJohnDenver live at the Roxy Theatre, Bingara
25th Bingara Huntington’sNSWWalkforHope - 10am, 34 Cunningham St, Bingara.
8th Warialda Anglican Church Parish Hall and Grounds reopening
NOVEMBER 2022
26th Bingara Christmas Carnival Concert, Gwydir Oval
24th Bingara Lions Markets - from 8.30am, Maitland St Bingara
10th - 18th The NWTC presents, Melodrama & Passion at the Roxy Theate Bingara.
26th Carinda House Twilight Markets
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Richard will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends.
We haven’t had a Flower Show in 2 years due to COVID but we are expecting a fantastic display of flowers following a very wet season.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Delungra: Sundays – 10:00am, 4th weekend – 6:00pm
Schedules are available from most business houses for more details. If anyone has any flower or shrub cuttings they can donate, but would like picked up from their home please contact Narelle Watts on 02 6724 1614.
Coolatai: First Sunday each monthMinister3:30pm
COMMUNITY 22
PARISHES WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULES
Warialda: St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church has weekly worship services each Sunday at 10:00am. All welcome. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. James 4.7
Help needed with precious delivery
Bingara: Every Sunday – 8:00am
Steve Cimarosti, can be contacted on 6729 1501
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.
My family and I would like to thank everyone for helping us celebrate Richard’s life, and we would like to acknowledge family members and friends who were unable to attend and sent flowers.
Peggy and Families
BINGARA ANGLICAN CHURCH FLOWER SHOW BACK IN BLOOM
Bingara: Scots Presbyterian Church is open for worship at 10:00am every Sunday. Sunday School to be held each week.
Warialda: 1st and 3rd weeks, Mass 9:00am
- A MESSAGE FROM THE BINGARA ANGLICAN CHURCH FLOWER SHOW COMMITTEE
CATHOLIC CHURCH
tea will be available from 9am to 10:30am for a small fee of $5. Lunch will follow from midday until 1:30pm consisting of roast of the day and sweets for $15.
Bingara: 2nd and 4th weeks, Rosary 9:30am/Mass 10:00am
What do parents of a premature infant need? Aside from the specialist care and support of places like the neonatal intensive care unit at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, they also need practical help and items which may elude them at a crucial time.
Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals, Thanksgiving and Family Mass: By appointment 02 6729 1116
Warialda: St Simon and St Jude Anglican Church, Warialda - Every Sunday - 9:30am
Following lunch, we will have our fashion parade. Lenore has kindly donated her time to show her wonderful collection of clothes and accessories from our local ladies’ fashion store Dewberry Lane.
Warialda: Saturday – 6:00pm, 4th weekend – 10:00am
ANGLICAN CHURCH
Gwydir
Bingara: Worship at St John’s Anglican Parish, Bingara – Sunday 9:30am
We would especially like to thank the wonderful staff at the Bingara MPS, the doctors, the community nurses and the ambulance officers who cared for Richard with great Tocompassion.everyone for their sympathy and kindness, we thank you.
WEEKDAY MASSES
Everyone is welcome to come along to the Anglican Spring Flower Show to be held on Saturday October 15 2022 at the Wiseman Crowley Hall Bingara.
There will be something for everyone and entry is free. The hall will be open to the public from 9:30am, however flower entries will be accepted earlier. We always have a wonderful cake, plant and produce stalls, so why not come along and get some spring cuttings for your
Morninggarden?
Someone with the personal experience of a premature infant is Maryanne Daley, a Warialda local who has spent the last 12 months dedicating personal time and pension money to collating such items.
Maryanne has put together several premature baby packs, individualised for babies with different needs – whether a singleton, boy, girl, or multiple births.
If anyone in the community can assist Maryanne, the hospital, the parents and their precious bundles, please contact Maryanne on 0438 157 194.
NoticesChurch
The final event of the day will be the announcement of champions and prize winners for each section of the Flower Show.
UNITING CHURCH
Having maintained contact with the NICU at John Hunter Hospital, who are happy to take receipt of these packs, Maryanne is seeking assistance with the transport of the packs from Warialda to the hospital.
Thank You
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 Gwydir CLASSIFIEDS 23 Every U3A - Pilates 10:00am-11:00am, Saturday Gwydir Health Hub Every U3A Balance ‘n’ Bones Monday 8:00am-9:00am,BingaraCommunity College EACH WEEK
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS Gwydir CLASSIFIEDS 24ADVERTISE HERE – Email sales@thegwydirnews.com.au or phone 0436 934 099.
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 Gwydir CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISE HERE – Email editor@thegwydirnews.com.au or phone 0436 934 099. 25
Local Warialda trainer, Leon Cross was unlucky with his horses however trainers from Walcha, Werris Creek, Armidale, Glen Innes and Moree were successful with the winner of the Bingara Cup, sponsored by Bingara IGA being Destiny’s Son, a horse trained by Peter Sinclair from Moree.
Guest of honour for the day was Deanna Ford, wife of the late Ron Ford, who was a top jockey in the north and northwest of NSW and southern Qld for over five decades. Ron had a connection with Bingara as he rode for two generations for the Munro family and won many Cups during his career, including three Bingara Cups. Deanna sashed the Cup winner Destiny’s Son, along with her son Darren.
00 THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Gwydir SPORTS
The Carnival featured 5 races with the Bingara Cup being the last race. A very successful “Calcutta” and sweep helped contribute to the day’s takings. The grounds were presented in a wonderful condition and the weather was perfect. Awards for ‘Fashions of the Field’ were presented by Lenore Kennedy and were taken out by locals Eva Hodgkinson, Brock Galvin and Jayne Roberts, while visitors including Katie Spencer (from Canada and now Gunnedah) and Elton Squires and Beverly Luxton from Armidale also featuring in the winners’ circle.
Race 5 - Bingara IGA Bingara Cup Presentation, left to right: Darren Ford, BJ Jnr. & BJ Denham, Destiny’s Son, Amy Hobday, Deanna Ford.
BINGARA SPRING RACING A GALLOPING SUCCESS
The Bingara Jockey Club also honours the memory of Doug Withers who passed away on 6 July 2020. Doug also was a Race Club Patron who amassed many years as the Clerk of the Course for the Bingara Jockey Club. This was the first Bingara Cup meeting since Doug passed away.
The Bingara Jockey Club held their very successful annual race meeting on Saturday 27 August 2022. It was pleasing to see everything fall into place after previous years’ of COVID and wet weather preventing meetings.
Race results on next page.
Race goers young and old enjoyed a great day out at the Bingara Races. Left Lacey Cosh, Lily Marshall, baby Cosh and Indie Cosh. Middle: Angus Ditchfield, Tiffany Galvin and Brock Galvin. Right: Eva Hodgkinson winner of the Miss Racing Fashions on the Field award..
26
The Bingara Jockey Club was very saddened with the recent passing of Ken Holden who was one of our Race Club Patrons. Ken was a kind, gracious and a very generous gentleman. He was very supportive of the Bingara Jockey Club and held several positions over many years of being involved as a member. We have lost a great club stalwart. On a brighter note, we still have his wonderful wife Gay who as a patron will continue to guide us into the future.
Won by Destiny’s Son – Owner BJ Denham –Jockey B Stower - Trainer P Sinclair. 2nd – The Difference, 3rd – Danspur. With no mishaps on the day and an enjoyable atmosphere among the crowd the Bingara Jockey Club Committee voted the day a great succcess.
Last Wednesday there were 10 players playing social bowls; John Herring and Garry O’Neile defeated Greg Zampa and Graeme Mack 29 shots to 16; Robyn O’Neile, Barbara Lemin and Lindsay Flood defeated Vicki Zampa, Gay Mack and Allister Lemin 29 shots to 6.
BINGARA IGA CUP RACE RESULTS
Race 2 – Benchmark 50 Handicap sponsored by The Imperial Hotel and JA McGregor, Bingara [1100m].
Jockey M Palmer - Trainer K Hausfield.
Race 3 - Benchmark 50 Handicap sponsored by Edwards Rural Contracting and Northwest Petroleum Bingara Service Station [1650m].
Recently the start of the Minor Singles commenced. John Herring defeated Peter Smith 31 shots to 22; David Childs defeated Adrian Dick 31 shots to 16.
Won by Mighty Mary – Owners PJ Cunningham and D Kiefer – Jockey J Worley - Trainer P Cunningham.
2nd – Delete, 3rd – River Reece.
Won by Kegstar – Owners KR Hausfield, Mrs CG Hausfield and MJ Hatch.
Above: Placegetters in the Bingara Cup
WARIALDA OFF-ROAD COUNTDOWN
Race 5 – Bingara IGA BINGARA CUP [1300m]
Gwydir Shire is abuzz with talk of the event, with two days of action-packed racing to Eventssupport.kick off Saturday 18 September, with a prologue from 8.30am. Racing on Sunday 19 September will start 8.45am.
2nd - Reacquaint, 3rd – Vista Girl.
Won by Empress Cleopatra – Owners GL Woodward and C Burkett. Jockey Z LewisTrainer G Woodward.
Lawrence, Mrs M Cassidy, S Martin and Arjay Services. – Jockey M Palmer – Trainer Jane 2ndClement.–Ponte Pietro, 3rd - Fenerbache.
Social Bowls
The Bingara Bowls Club will rejoin the pennants season. Round 1 will commence on 13 August against Oxley Bowling Club at Bingara Bowling Club
Duty team Col Roberg, Mervyn Galvin and Stuart Dixon
2nd – Bingo Banko, 3rd – Cutandshut.
Gwydir SPORTS
00COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022
For details, contact Bill Coote on 0428 851 452
BINGARA BOWLS
Club Championships
27
With working bees completed and entries closed, the short countdown to the Warialda Off Road 200 is well and truly down to single digits.
Won by Hardyo – Owners RJ Clement, SWAT Racing, D Ray, D Saxelby, D Ward, M
Race 4 – Maiden Handicap sponsored by Campbells Fuel, Inverell [1300m].
Pennants
The final of the Men’s Pairs was also recently played. Final Men’s Pairs Jason and Don Mack were defeated by Dale Baldock and Graeme Mack 24 shots to 16.
Race 1 – Maiden Plate sponsored by Meat on Maitland and McGregor Gourlay [1100m].
SPORTS 28
Above: Bingara Cup Fashions: Kimberly Apthorpe; Samantha Evans; Amy Evans; MeganDanikaApthorpe;Fields
Above: Warialda Wombats - Runners-up in the 2022 Ladies League Tag
THE Gwydir NEWS SEPTEMBER 2022 COMMUNITY NEWS FOR THE GWYDIR SHIRE AND SURROUNDS
Above: Bingara Cup Fashions: Deb Boot; Brooke Marshall; Jo Munro; Christine Grant; Shelley Turnbull
Gwydir
