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45 Summer Street, ORANGE LAND SIZE: 735M2

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$1,450,000 Exceptional location!!! Right in the heart of Orange, with the gates of glorious Cook Park diagonally over the road.

Classic, double brick beauty in immaculate condition retaining magnificent original features including polished floors, ornate ceilings, plate rails and stunning stained-glass windows.

You will love living and entertaining here. Park your car and walk everywhere. Shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and parks all within a few blocks. Let 45 Summer street create the perfect, inner city, convenient lifestyle for you and your family.

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GREAT FAMILY HOME WITH SPACE FOR EVERYTHING!

OPEN Sat 1ST MAY

10.30am — 11.00am

27 OLYMPIC DRIVE, ORANGE

This lovely home in a quiet location could just be the home you are looking for with generous living areas and bedrooms, ducted gas heating throughout and 2 split systems..

There are four bedrooms with the master having a walk in robe and en-suite plus a sunny easterly outlook for morning light and the remining three bedrooms all have built in robes. There is a separate lounge room which would be good to escape the kids and a huge open plan kitchen/dining/family room with a great outlook and also opening onto the outdoor covered alfresco. In addition to the covered alfresco there is also an elevated covered deck with views to Mt Canobolas, you will not need a shed in the backyard of this property as there is a HUGE under house lockable storage area which is over 10 m long and could be extra car storage, workshop, rumpus room or more.

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$849,000

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23 EMMAVILLE STREET, ORANGE

Truly a lovely family home with unique features that make it stand out from the rest. With four large bedrooms 3 of which having built-in robes and the master bedroom with walk in robe and en-suite. There are two distinct living areas, the first is at the front of the house capturing that beautiful norther sun, the other is at the rear of the house and is an open plan kitchen, living and dining with plenty of room and leading onto a covered alfresco. The main bathroom is extra large with both bath and shower and is central to the bedrooms. There is ducted gas heating throughout, beautiful tiling in the bathrooms and laundry, extra high ceilings, so much storage space, internal access from the double garage, and beautifully landscaped and easy to maintain fully enclosed back garden. You won’t be disappointed.

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$755,000 - $770,000 contact AGENT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

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New to the market, this family home is in a quiet cul-de-sac close to the Botanical garden

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and north Orange shopping centre. With four bedrooms all with built-in robes and ceiling fans, and a large 3-way bathroom, with both bath, shower and entry from the master and central hallway. There is a lounge room and open plan kitchen and dining area that opens onto the LARGE covered outdoor alfresco area. There is ducted gas heating throughout the house and an attached double garage with internal access and with a roller door at the rear so you can drive through, don’t worry about storage or a workshop as there is also an oversized single garage in the back yard as well.

OPEN Sat 1ST MAY

12.00pm — 12.30pm

$695,000 contact AGENT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

19 SPEET PLACE, ORANGE DESIGNED FOR THE FAMILY IN MIND

OPEN Sat 1ST MAY

12.45pm — 1.15pm

7 valencia Drive, orange

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This lovely home in a great street, has everything that you could possibly want and more.

Sitting on a good size block of 850sqm this home is being offered for sale for the first time and would suit a family or the entertainer. Featuring multiple large living areas including, living/dining, family/kitchen and lounge/rumpus rooms you will not be left wanting, the great kitchen with stone bench tops has great appliances and plenty of storage and preparation space. The 4 bedrooms are also generous with three having built-ins and the huge master with big walk in robe and big en-suite as well as access to the outdoor balcony. All up this great residence is around 427sqm including the outdoor terrace beside the beautiful in-ground heated pool, there is also enough room for the kids to play in the fully fenced back yard. Other features include over size double garage with internal access, ducted A/C throughout, office/study, 3 bathrooms and plenty of storage.

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SALE $949,990

contact AGENT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

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24 Bowman Avenue, ORANGE

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1 Ramsay Close, ORANGE

CALL ROGER. OPEN 11:15am SATURDAY 1st MAY OPEN HOME

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20 The Billabong, CLIFTON GROVE

CALL BIANCA. OPEN 12:30 SATURDAY 1ST MAY

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3/377A Anson Street, ORANGE

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7 Ellenbrae Street, ORANGE

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32 South Terrace, ORANGE

CALL KIRSTIE. OPEN 12:30pm SATURDAY 1ST MAY OPEN HOME

LAND 571sqm

AUCTION 2:00pm SATURDAY 1ST MAY

55 Amaroo Crescent, ORANGE

CONTACT ASH. REGISTRATION OPEN AT 1:30PM ON SITE

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IDEAL LOCATION FOR AN ENTERPRISE

BLUE RIBBON COMMERCIAL LAND TO BUILD ON

88 WARRENDINE STREET, ORANGE

Surrounded by a variety of commercial enterprises are these last remaining blocks in the prestigious Gateway Business Park positioned with easy access to the Mitchell Hwy at entrance to Orange.

A commercial premises that packs a punch located on a high traffic corridor within easy walking distance to the CBD that is currently run as the local iconic Bissy’s Cafe.

The front café dining area features the charm of two fixed double dining booths plus a coffee / food display area and a well equipped kitchen with a six burner gas stove. A separate small function room leads through to a most delightful airy covered outdoor sitting area that’s peaceful and shady for the Summer.

The blocks are zoned B6 Enterprise Corridor and are level and ready to develop for your successful business or investment.

There is a separate studio with two rooms and its own access with further potential.

There is also a security system throughout and split air conditioners.

Land sizes available from 2,045 m2 to 3,559 m2

You won’t believe how the beautiful outdoor area has been utilized to complement the permaculture practice of the business with fruit trees, raised vegetable beds, chook pens & runs and a rainwater tank fed watering system. An 80 panel 20kW solar system is a sure bonus and ties in with the self-sufficient theme.

$790,000 + GST

Located on a peaceful ½ acre block (2023 m2) this charming little weatherboard home is waiting for a new Owner to bring it back to its former self.

The property has two bedrooms plus a sleep out that could be used as another bedroom.

There is a separate lounge room with a split air conditioner and open fire place, an eat in

kitchen/ dining area and a sunroom /family room that captures the lovely rural outlook.

Timber floorboards throughout and a front veranda add to the charm and there is town water and sewage.

Grab your tool box and paintbrush and enquire today.

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This is an outstanding opportunity to have your own residence and shop in the one renovated complex.

The modernised residence has split air conditioning and consists of 1 or 2 bedrooms with a separate living area and kitchen.

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PRICES RANGE FROM $510,000 + GST TO $925,000 + GST

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Please contact our office for further details.

Land Size: 905 m2 (42.67m x21.23m) Zoning: R1 Residential *The premises to be sold with vacant possession and the registered business name Bissy’s Café not included

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The shop is currently leased to a Beauty Saloon and is light and airy with beautiful presentation.

Located on a 518 m2 corner block close to the new DPI building with wide frontage to Prince street.

$850,000 (FREEHOLD ONLY)

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Here is a very rare chance in Orange’s hot property market to secure a beautiful building block peacefully set with the scent of eucalyptus trees coming from a native timber reserve adjoining at the back boundary. Only the birds can be building their homes here.

There is also a lovely outlook from front to enjoy as well.

This 800 m2 block is registered and ready to build on now so contact us today, grab your builder and plan for that dream home that you deserve.

$350,000

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PRIME CORNER LOCATION FIRST FLOOR

POPULAR SUNNY SIDE OF THE STREET

IDEAL LOCATION FOR RETAIL SHOP OR OFFICE

• Grand stairwell with easy grade • Long term Lease available

RENT: $30,000 PER ANNUM + GST

• 6 rooms plus own kitchen and common amenities

Approx. 300 m2 of floor space in this well presented commercial shop in Summer Street.

Currently set up as an office complex this premises would also be ideal as a retail shop.

Has good staff amenities and reverse cycle air conditioning though out.

• Don’t miss out on securing this spacious shop of around 120 m2 in floor area that is positioned in the busy core of Orange’s CBD in Summer Street.

• On-site parking • Available now.

RENT: $90,000 P.A. + GST & OUTGOINGS

RENT: $52,000 P.A. + GST

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR PROPERTY 6362 5999 or John 0417 887 738 / Chris 0417 626 361 32

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Visit all our listings at www.townsendrealestate.com.au www.domain.com.au 203 Lords Place, Orange

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www.molongre.com.au 6362 4016 42 Bank Street, Molong 6366 8800

25 SULLIVAN CIRCUIT, ORANGE

13 FREDERICA STREET, ORANGE Surrounded by established trees and gardens in both the front and rear of the home you will feel like you are in your own private oasis. Featuring three bedrooms all of good size proportions. Kitchen with dishwasher. Additional space with two beautiful living areas.

Stunning timber floorboards. With the northerly sun warming the rear of the house you will want to enjoy the back yard all year round. This home has an excellent tenant in place.

Perfect to add to your investment portfolio or just move in and enjoy.

This home presents with an open plan living and meals area. Kitchen with tiled floor, stainless steel appliances and gas cooking. The living space open to the covered alfresco and rear yard. Generous size master bedroom with a modern ensuite and walk-in robe. Neutral colour scheme throughout and is warmed with ducted gas heating. Enclosed yard and double garage with remote and internal access.

For Sale Contact Agent

For Sale $495,000

Jen Stojanovic 0473 401 666

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18 QUINLAN RUN, ORANGE

This lovely family home is located in Discovery Hill. There are four good size bedrooms with built-ins and master with ensuite. The open plan living which flows outdoors onto a covered patio. The kitchen has gas cooking and electric oven. There are plenty of cupboards and bench space. The rear back yard is fully fenced so the kids are secure and safe to enjoy the outdoors. Ducted gas heating is throughout the home to warm you during the colder days.

Double garage with internal access is an added bonus with this property. If you are looking for your first home or investment move quickly because this won’t last long.

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5 ROSE AVENUE, ORANGE

From the home in a very quiet cul-de-sac, through the four main bedrooms, two living areas and through to the back garden leading to the outdoor kitchen, garage/workshop and hobby room this home has had a lifetime of love put into it and now its time for a new owner to get that love back! This home will fit a big family and with a separate space for teenagers and young adults everyone has their own space. Alternatively, as an investment property this home will show a tidy return. Genuine buyers are encouraged to enquire as we have genuine, motivated vendors.

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Stephen Townsend 0427 631 957

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101 LONE PINE AVENUE, ORANGE Not a cent to spend. Move into this renovated home today and enjoy your new home.

Featuring new carpet, new kitchen with electric cooking and an open plan lounge/dining area. All three bedrooms are a good size to accommodate the family. The rear yard is a big space and fully enclosed with side access from the front of the home.

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9 MCNAMARA STREET, ORANGE

CBD OFFICE PREMISES –This cleverly designed commercial space boasts a CBD location, extensive office and open plan areas, large kitchen and onsite parking. Choose whether you would like to utilise the five separate rooms as individual offices/rooms and/or nicely tuck your technology and equipment away in one while using another as a storeroom. In addition to multiple separate spaces, the open plan area can easily fit another eight to ten desks, many-a-clothing rack, or beauty apparatus – just to name some options. Alternatively, utilise this spacious open plan area for a breakout space or an array of other purposes. Parking right out front along with street parking, kitchen and separate male and female toilets, this space caters for corporate, government, health, beauty and retail businesses.

Kathie Townsend 0499 076 434

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39 SALE STREET, ORANGE | 6363 1000 | PFISHER.COM.AU IN ADDITION TO OPEN HOMES, ALL PROPERTIES CAN BE VIEWED BY PRIVATE INSPECTION OR VIDEO CALL, JUST CONTACT THE AGENT.

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PRICE RANGE: $530,000-$560,000

12 BLANCHE AVENUE

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OPEN HOMES: SATURDAY 1 MAY 10.15 -10.45 SET TO IMPRESS As you wander up the garden path, past the pretty trees and feature chimney to the front door, this appealing home is inviting and has more to offer space wise than you might think. Once inside you will be impressed by the open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is well set out with stainless steel appliances and lots of cupboards.

Even more impressive, in this kind of home, is the second living area that has a study space as well. The big backyard is as neat as a pin and has a covered pergola and a double garage, another bonus. There is definitely great potential here for you to update and put your own personal touches on this home.

CONTACT: CHRIS MASON 0438 629 417

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48 BLETCHINGTON STREET

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Rarely do homes like these become available that offer as much potential.

Built in 1915 this home offers three large bedrooms and two living areas. The block is a level 1,037sqm and offers a secure yard which has been divided into two sections and offers what many houses in Orange cannot – stables!

There is a large lock up shed with carport, perfect for the home handyman or for additional storage. This home will get a lot of interest being on such a large block close to town.

CONTACT: MICHAEL WRIGHT 0421 360 948

31 OBLEY STREET, CUMNOCK

$380,000

Here is an opportunity to own a one stop shop in the community of Cumnock.

The building that is home to Cumnock’s General Store boasting a Post Office, Service Station, Cafe, Supermarket, Bottle Shop and Hardware Store all in one is up for sale on a WIWO basis. What a great opportunity to be your own boss and put your own touch on a very well established business. There are many inclusions in and around the building that facilitate the running of the General Store.

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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QUINTESSENTIAL FAMILY HOME This is the quintessential brick home with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two car garage that will tick all the boxes of what you are looking for in a house like this. Currently tenanted until November 2021 to excellent tenants at a rent of $450 per week, it presents a blue ribbon investment opportunity for the astute investor.

It is very family friendly with two good sized living areas, a neat and tidy kitchen, ensuite and walk-in robe to the main bedroom and built-in robes in the other bedrooms, enclosed sunroom, ducted heating plus split system and internal access from the garage. The home is situated in a quiet, family friendly street on a low maintenance block and is just a short drive to the North Orange shops.

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119 EDWARD STREET, MOLONG

$525,000 - $575,000

This lovely home offers good value for the discerning buyer. There is ample room with five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Living space is abundant with a spacious lounge room, a cosy sitting room and a rumpus room. There is an office that could also be a sixth bedroom, two hobby rooms and a walk-in storage room. Both the front and back yards are appealing with green, leafy gardens.

The covered pergola area is perfect for outdoor entertaining and the double carport will keep the cars protected. Set on a 954.8 sqm block, there is a lot to like. CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

1554 PEABODY ROAD, MOLONG

$199,000

FOR SALE We have a lovely 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with a single garage and an enclosed yard available now in the popular Calare area.

Please call Adam Savage on 0419 232 416 for more details

PRICE GUIDE: $475,000 - $495,000

24 BANK STREET, MOLONG

$149,000

Located just 1.5km from the Molong town centre and an easy 25 minutes to Orange this large block is 5,133 sqm or over an acre in size. This block provides an excellent chance to build your dream home with an acreage feel and town convenience. The block is fully fenced and has some large established trees as well as some cleared areas ideal for a house site. A larger adjacent block may be available if preferred.

This is an opportunity to own a piece of Molong history. Molong is enjoying a time of growth and now is the perfect time to invest. The art deco façade, ready to be restored, could be truly beautiful. With some imagination and hard work there is plenty of scope within the interior of the building to create a space for your business. This property lends itself to many types of business ventures, so if you have ever dreamed of your own business have a look at this one

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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PRICE RANGE: $410,000-$440,000

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15 BRIDGE STREET, CUDAL

AUCTION - SAT, 8 MAY AT 11.00AM PRICE GUIDE: $200,000-$220,000

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OPEN HOMES: SATURDAY 1 MAY 12.30-1.00 INVITING HOME IN A POPULAR AREA This immaculate and much loved home is inviting and cosy with pretty cottage gardens for you to enjoy. Bright and fresh inside with lovely timber floors and timber windows, the lounge, dining and kitchen area is the hub of the home and is complemented by three bedrooms and a recently updated bathroom. The separate laundry has access to the charming backyard via the big carport and past the single garage that are tucked securely behind double gates. The yard is filled with established trees and gardens and the covered pergola is a welcome and private retreat any time of the day. Just a short walk to Calare Public and Orange High and within walking distance to town, this home sits in a popular area and will not last long.

CONTACT: CHRIS MASON 0438 629 417

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94 MATTHEWS AVENUE

PLENTY OF POTENTIAL This traditional style farmhouse is ready to be brought back to life and with some hard work and TLC it could be lovely again. There are some original features remaining like the high ceilings, original timber doors and ornate doorknobs. The lounge room has a fireplace and the wood burning stove that would have once been the heart of the kitchen is a real gem. There is a wraparound verandah, part of which is enclosed, and there are solar panels and a water tank as well. Set on a big block of 3,339sqm on the outskirts of the pretty little village of Cudal, this has great potential to be a wonderful home once again. The auction will be held at the Peter Fisher offices at 39 Sale Street, Orange.

CONTACT: CHRIS MASON 0438 629 417

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138 SPEEDY STREET, MOLONG

$595,000

OPEN HOMES: SATURDAY 1 MAY 11.00-11.30 A HOME THAT TICKS THE BOXES This is a fabulous opportunity to own a great brick home close to town. Located close to Bletchington Primary School is this 4 x 2 x 2 home on a spacious 677sqm block. The home has rear yard access and offers plenty of potential to add extra shedding or entertaining area. Inside there are lovely polished floorboards, a spacious living area that is soaked in sunlight as well as a neat and tidy kitchen with walk-in pantry. There are three generous bedrooms and an addition with large walk-in robe and an ensuite. Heating includes a wood-fire heater, gas heater and a split system. The extra-long garage is perfect for those looking for extra storage space or an area for a workshop. Perfect as it is or add your own touches, 94 Matthews is worth your inspection!

CONTACT: MICHAEL WRIGHT 0421 360 948

SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT For those who like something a little different, this brand new home is well worth considering. This never been lived in property is unassuming from the outside but gorgeously finished inside. It is set on a 1 acre block and is nestled towards the back of the block leaving a blank canvas with plenty of potential in front. The open plan kitchen and lounge area is huge with a beautiful polished concrete floor and big storage cupboards. The sun streams in and the whole area is a warm and inviting place to relax. There are three bedrooms, the main with a walk-in robe and builtins in the other two, and there is a luxurious bathroom with high quality finishes. The laundry has a very handy second toilet and dog lovers will rejoice at the built-in dog wash. Don’t miss your chance to book a private inspection of this property. It might be just right for you.

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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HistoryTALKING with HELEN McANULTY

Some time ago I was pushing my trolley along the aisle of a supermarket, trying to decide what I might need for the following week.

the next day right into our kitchen, as happened to Pat, who lived just across the street from the shop.

The whole place hummed with activity and noise.

Home deliveries, however, are now happening when you order online and your goods are brought to your door in almost the same way as before.

Under the cunningly placed spotlights, fruit and vegetables looked fresh and dewy; the cuts of meat looked temptingly succulent and the fish gleamed as if they were just out of the water.

The checkouts were shepherding customers through with their goods, while the queues grew longer, ever longer.

Suddenly everything changed.

The place became strangely silent.

People stopped in their tracks and the light faded to a murky dusk, while the air, which had been delightfully cool, became thick and stuffy.

Customers gazed at each other in disbelief as if their world had been turned upside down.

There was a blackout!

Of course, it wasn’t long before order was restored, the electricity came back on and life, as we have come to know it, continued.

But it made me think about the days when we were not so reliant on the magic of new technology and most of the energy we used was engendered by our own effort.

With this in mind, I suggested to the Oral History Group that we should look back at shopping in days gone by.

We also confronted the present and future.

First, however, we allowed ourselves the luxury of wallowing in the past!

Leslye recalled when the shops used to shut for an hour for lunch and life seemed to lived at a much slower pace.

The way we Shopped “My mother used to take me to David Jones in Sydney.

"She would sit on a chair at the counter while the assistants showed her various things she might want to buy,” said Owen.

“There was even a floorwalker to direct people to the right department.”

The big department stores used to send out catalogues which enabled country customers to keep up with what was available and to arrange to have the goods dispatched.

“It also provided great reading material for families who lived in the bush like we did,” said Dot .

Both Dick and Audrey were fascinated with the pneumatic tube device which propelled documents and the cash in a container, over a wire right into the hands of the cashier who was generally perched in a high office above the customers’ heads.

Bill remembered the butchers shops with water cascading down the inside of the windows which, he said, served a double purpose of keeping the meat

cool and killing flies.

There were other clever inducements to shoppers as Mick revealed .

“When I worked at Western Stores they would grind up coffee on Friday night and spread it on the floor behind the counter so that there was a wonderful aroma.”

Everyone talked of the old 'corner shop,' where, as Pat said, “You could buy a big bag of broken biscuits for a penny.”

You could also ask for your order and watch the grocer weigh it out and wrap it up in brown paper, tied with a string in which he would cleverly make a loop for you to carry it home on your finger.

Catalogues, which we loved so much, are now on the Internet and the service is much faster.

While we lamented the passing of the old cash register, new technology can do all these things and more in a much shorter time with enormous amounts of data being stored on electronic equipment.

We thought longingly of the more gracious service and the slower tempo of shopping but this is counteracted by the changes in workers’ conditions and pay and the longer hours in which shops are open.

We wondered, rather naively, why we in Orange are seeing summer clothes for sale when the weather is still freezing, but we have to be content with the fact that the people in Melbourne are now making those decisions.

“The milkman delivered milk to your door and filled the billy which had been left out the night before,” said Joe.

While the Oral History group looked sadly back at the days of our youth, we realised that people’s needs and desires have changed enormously. We no longer want clothes to last for years, items are superseded rapidly and technology, as in almost every avenue of life, is a catalyst for change.

We also remembered with some nostalgia, when our order was taken at our door by the grocer and delivered

We may have to do that, but we can remember a much more gracious time, and we miss it!

Copyright Helen McAnulty

“There seemed to be no worry about contamination in those days and we seemed to have survived pretty well.”

As John said, “ We are paying the penalty of progress--we cannot go back, we have to go with it.”

We need more properties to satisfy the high demand in Orange and surrounding areas If you are considering selling your property, then a free market appraisal is your first easy step.

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Arts OutWest free arts business course

Artists and creatives across the Central West are invited to join a free weekly course covering Arts Business and Industry Skills.

Delivered by industry experts over 12 weeks, content will cover the business side of being a professional artist. The course will run each Wednesday night from 6pm-7.30pm via Zoom and starts on May 12.

Those who choose to join the course will take a look at the whole arts sector ecology with an artsspecific look at copyright, contracts, tax and finance, business planning, how to price your work, artist statements and online profiles and marketing. There is also sessions on funding, understanding and respecting Aboriginal culture, working in the arts and health area and wellbeing tools for artists.

Arts OutWest Executive Director, Tracey Callinan explained, “These will not be sit-and-listen webinars – these are workshops delivered online with opportunity to ask questions and share your own experiences and interact as a cohort of 20 regionallybased practitioners.”

“This is open to creatives in all art forms,” Ms Callinan said. “It’s for people working professionally or wanting to step up to work professionally in the arts and creative industries. Or it can also be for people who know they have gaps (big or small) in their arts business skills.”

The course is open to people living in the NSW Central West local government areas of Bathurst Region, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Region, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Weddin.

Artists who complete the course will get a free oneyear membership of industry website ArtsHub. Those interested are asked to put in a very short expression of interest, due by Monday May 3. The application form can be found on the artsoutwest. org.au website.

02 6361 4155

enquiries@orangepropertyplus.com.au

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1/202 Anson Street Orange

81 Diamond Dr | $620 p/w This 4 bedroom home in North Orange has many luxury features. Offering a well-appointed kitchen for the gourmet chef of the family, 3 separate living zones including a generous rumpus, main bedroom with walkthrough robe and ensuite, park like gardens with views to Mt Canobolas & Moroccan style outdoor entertaining areas with a firepit.

AVAILABLE 26/05/21 2 Jarrah Pl, Orange | $580 p/w 4 Bedroom family home, generous lounge area plus sperate lounge area off kitchen, enclosed Queensland room, ducted heating throughout and split system air conditioner, large double garage with remote and internal access, enclosed low maintenance rear yard and garden shed.

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3 Hoskins Pl, Orange | $570 p/w

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4 Bedroom family home, separate living & lounge area, large modern kitchen with dishwasher, ducted heating & split system A/C, master bedroom has walk in robe & ensuite, double garage with remote access.

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23 Lidster Dr, Orange | $480 p/w This 4 bedroom home in North Orange offers a well-appointed kitchen with gas cooking, 3 separate living zones, ducted gas heating plus reverse cycle split & ceiling fans. For the warmer months there is a delightful outdoor entertaining area to enjoy. There is internal access from the generous double garage & side access for the boat or caravan.

AVAILABLE NOW Value Villa | $300 p/w This neat & tidy 3 bedroom villa is located in a small quiet complex. Featuring spacious kitchen with adjoining dining area, bathroom which includes bathtub & separate toilet, split system air conditioning & ceiling fan in the lounge area, internal laundry, single garage providing internal access & enclosed private rear yard.

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