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There’s really not enough hours in the week when you add up work and family time, the neverending chores and housework, plus trying to exercise and maybe a little downtime. I’ve long thought the workday/weekend ratio is o� and longingly remember the brief six months – two decades ago –- that I enjoyed a four-day working week!

Here’s a little shoutout to my son Leo, who caught his very �rst �sh on the weekend. Both my boys have caught the �shing bug and judging by their enthusiasm it looks like we’re destined to spend many hours and hours by or on the water in the future. I now �nd them watching �shing highlight reels on YouTube or researching the feeding habits of di�erent �sh varieties online.

Congratulations to the committee and all the volunteers behind the Orange Running Festival for an extremely successful weekend. A record crowd of runners tackled the eight events this year and given all the good feedback I’ve heard, I imagine it’s only going to get bigger! We have a spread of photos and a report of the event on pages 26 and 27.

And this coming weekend it’s the bike riders’ turn, with the Orange Mountain Bike Club hosting up to 300 riders for Round One of NSW State Gravity Enduro Series at the Glenwood State Forest Trails on Saturday and Sunday, March 11–12. Good luck!

ORANGE CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF ASTLEY CUP THIS JUNE

Orange High School alumni from near and far are preparing to celebrate 100 years of the Astley Cup this June.

Founded in Dubbo in 1923, the Astley Cup is a unique multi-sports competition played each year between Dubbo College (formerly Dubbo High School), Bathurst High School and Orange High Schools, and is one of the longest-running sporting competitions in Australia.

While the 1923 competition saw Dubbo High compete only against the local Sacred Heart College, Orange and Bathurst high schools have contested every competition since.

“Lawrence Astely, he was a businessman in Dubbo and he instigated a competition between Dubbo High and the Catholic school up there,” said Lynne Middleton, former Orange High School teacher and head of the steering committee planning the 100th anniversary activities here in Orange.

“For public education, this is absolutely unheard of — that a competition has been going for that long between three schools,” said Lynne, who was the sports coordinator at Orange High

school from 1988 until she retired in 2013. “That was the golden years!” recalled Lynne enthusiastically. “In 1990 we won it and lost in 2002. So we had 12 years of continuous, uninterrupted wins and that is the longest anywhere in the history of the cup!”

There have been only four times the competition has not been held since 1923: 1924, 1932, 1941 and 2020.

The competition features only eight sports: athletics and tennis (mixed); then girls’ netball, hockey and soccer; and boys’ league, basketball and soccer.

Each sport is worth 100 points under the unique point-scoring system outlined in the Astley Cup constitution.

But the sports played have changed over the years, said Lynne. Rugby league has replaced rugby union and girls’ soccer used to be girls’ softball.

“If you’ve played it, it’s in your bl d…”

1932 Astley Cup Team

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“The other two schools decided we weren’t going to have softball any more because we were winning games by like 21 to nil,” said Lynne.

But softball will be back this year as one of the sports in a program of ‘old boy’ and ‘old girl’ events as part of the planned centenary celebrations ahead of the first Astley Cup round in Orange on June 15 and 16.

“So the two days prior to that we have ‘old boy’ and ‘old girl’ games to follow the same program,” Lynne said.

“We have people like Darren Gersbach running tennis, we have Toot Keegan and her daughter running the netball… di erent people with a background in Astley Cup to run these games so there’s tennis, netball, basketball, mixed soccer, and we are looking at running a program for rugby league, modified for older players.”

Orange High School will be running school tours for returning ex-students and there will be

a static display of Astley Cup memorabilia and photographs from the past 100 years

And on Friday, June 16, there will be an Astley Cup 100 years celebration dinner at the Orange Ex-Services’ Club for people to catch up and relive old Astley Cup victories. Tickets for the dinner are now available from the club.

“We are encouraging ex-students to come back and get involved over those five days,” said Lynne, who added that she knows of a number of school reunions being planned to coincide with the Astley Cup centenary.

“We want to get the word out there. We know of people Australia-wide that would love to know about this, that have played Astley Cup; If you’ve played it, it’s in your blood!”

Lynne said that anyone who wants to know more about the Astley Cup centenary celebrations should get in touch with her via the Orange High School o ce on 6362 3444.

Past students and sta of Orange High School are preparing to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Astley Cup. Sharon Boog, former principal Pamela Ryan, long-time school sports coordinator Lynn Middleton, and Toot Keegan.

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Happy 50th W ies!

On Tuesday, March 7, there was a super special 50th birthday celebration for someone… or somewhere we all know well; our local Woolworths supermarket!

Past and present sta of the Anson Street Woolworths came together on Tuesday to celebrate 50 years since the store, Orange’s first supermarket, opened on Wednesday, March 7, 1973.

Many Orange locals remember the day the supermarket opened its doors and the many changes the building has been through over the decades since.

While he’s not quite the longest-standing member of sta , produce assistant, Chris Fuller, has spent an impressive 39 years at the store, starting out as a “trolley boy” at 17.

“There’s been a lot of history, a lot of changes over the years, lots of refurbishments,” Chris said.

“When it got built there were two houses that got knocked down, then they started building in ‘72 and opened in March ‘73.”

The biggest change, Chris says, has been the growing rate of technological advances available in the store.

“It’s all technology these days,” he said, “I remember the

price gun, and having to manually weigh all the produce. And now there’s the self-service machines too.”

The interior appearance of the supermarket has also changed over the years.

“There was a big refurbishment in the late ‘80s, then one in ‘99 and another little one in 2007, then the last one was in 2018,” Chris said.

For Chris, his employment for Woolies has also meant the development of friendships, and one friend, in particular, feels more like family to him.

“My mate, Ian has been there for 42 years, we’re like brothers now.”

Prior to Woolworths being built in Orange, a Woolworth Variety store which included a cafe was located in Summer Street.

Past and present sta celebrated the big day on Tuesday, March 7 with a party in the store’s upstairs sta room, which was decorated with old photographs of the store and advertising from when it first opened.

Smiths chips for one cent and ice cream 39 cents a gallon. Oh, how times have changed!

Back row: Karen Fuller, Louise Williams, Tracey Harris, and Annette Collins.

Front row: Lieslie Hammond, Cathy Biggers and Jo Sharp

Back row: Jan Frecklington, Vicky Clunes and Maryanne Wilson, Front row: Patty Oborn and Sue Tom

Alicia Luck and Chris Fuller

Long-serving Woolworths sta members: Ian Barnes, Leonie Beileiter and Chris Fuller

Lieslie Hammond (First supervisor)

Orange has experienced incredible growth in the visitor market, which has doubled in value since 2017 and now brings in $500 million each year to the local economy.

But the new general manager of Orange360, Ned Sweetapple, believes there are abundant opportunities to consolidate and grow the industry yet.

Appointed to helm the regional destination marketing body in December last year, Ned brings a wealth of marketing and management experience to the role that spans tourism, hospitality, performing arts and sporting industries, and agribusiness.

Having grown up on a cattle and sheep property between Canowindra and Mandurama, Ned said she jumped at the opportunity to promote an area that’s very

New Orange360 GM eyes emerging opportunities for tourism growth

close to her heart.

“About 6 or 7 years ago, we moved the family out of Sydney and it kind of felt like coming home,” said Ned, who was working for multinational agribusiness institution Rabobank at the time.

“Coming back to Orange was just a great opportunity to be able to work remotely from Sydney.”

Prior to her role with Rabobank, Ned worked for Ruby Australia, managing their corporate hospitality and sponsorship programs.

“I have always been in and around the space of marketing and sponsorship and events management — Primarily marketing and promoting events to sell tickets and reach customers, but also marketing brands through events,” said Ned.

“Being able to work and head up Orange360, which has a very strong base and has achieved a lot of growth in the last five years with Caddie [former general manager Caddie Marshall] at the helm is an opportunity that I was very excited about.”

While COVID lockdowns and travel restrictions of the past few years hit the tourism industry hard, for Orange the silver lining was that more people started to explore their own backyards, said Ned.

The next challenge for Orange360, she said, will be consolidating that visitor growth and keep giving people a reason to come explore Orange and the central west. “There are opportunities to grow more, really to be able to drive the festivals that are established,” she said. “The challenges are how do we make those bigger? How can we accommodate more people in the town? How can we use those festivals, use what we have here, the fabulous food and wine, how do we use all those products, all those tourism opportunities to really lift the reputation of Orange as an Australian destination, not just an NSW destination.”

Food and wine have long formed the main thrust of Orange’s tourism promotion and it is still an area for which there is strong demand: Tickets for 2023 F.O.O.D. Week signature events — Forage and the Sampson Street Long Lunch — sold out in

just 16 minutes.

But Ned said there are also new opportunities and markets that have the potential to draw people to Orange and more importantly, give people reasons to keep coming back

“There’s a lot of emerging tourism activities in this area that are growing… the art and culture in the region has emerged and is growing our reputation for worldwide exhibitions like at the regional art gallery at the moment. It is something that we really need to capitalise on,” she said.

“Cycling is another huge industry that is very popular and growing in which we have a lot of ability to tap into that market as well.

“You always lead with your greatest strength and our food and wine was the first established and it is still very strong… We have about 30-something cellar doors in Orange and a number of good restaurants, but you can’t do all of them when you come.

“So it’s about making people realise that there’s something new every time.”

Strong community support for local hospice campaign

In the two weeks since the launch of Orange Push for Palliative’s ‘Hospice for Orange’ campaign, there has been an outpouring of support from residents and organisations passionate about their desire for a dedicated palliative care facility for Orange.

“Since we launched our campaign two weeks ago, we have had enormous feedback and approaches from across the community,” said Push for Palliative (P4P) president, Jenny Hazelton.

“But as we move forward buoyed by our community, we know a hospice won’t be possible unless NSW Health commits to

being an integral part of the facility – it’s essential, and the people of Orange deserve a hospice.”

Orange Push for Palliative has done the hard yards since 2016, which has resulted in two designated beds achieved so far in Orange Hospital, Jenny said.

But the recent granting of 12 palliative beds for Tamworth, while a large regional hospital like Orange has just two, remains a ‘bitter pill’ for the people of Orange who are telling OP4P there is a lack of equity in palliative care, she continued.

While continuing their campaign for a local hospice, Orange P4P continues to provide meals and comfort for families who have

a loved one in the two designated beds at Orange Hospital.

And their work has recently been given a welcome injection of funds thanks to a group of women golfers from Duntryleague and an anonymous donor, who handed over cheques for $3,300 to Orange P4P.

Jenny said these donated funds will be used to keep the family fridge in the palliative care area stocked with preprepared meals for families who are spending the final days and hours with loved ones.

“We want to do anything we can to help,” said Duntryleague Golf Club member Gay Stone, after hearing Jenny speak about the

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campaign at the club.

“Everyone who was there on the day has an experience of a loved one in palliative care and can really relate to the issue. After hearing Jenny Hazelton speak everyone was buzzing about how important this is for Orange,” she continued.

“Our women golfers at Duntryleague are just so supportive of all the work Orange Push for Palliative is doing to get more beds in Orange Hospital and to build a hospice for our city.”

Orange Push for Palliative meets on the second Wednesday of the month in the West Room at Orange City Library at 5.30pm.

It goes without saying that the more information (including advice) that you have in your decision process, the better the decision made is likely to be. Lawyers are not qualified (or insured!) to provide financial advice.

Together with legal advice, what types of transactions should you seek independent financial advice and/or taxation advice as part of your due diligence of a proposed transaction:

Buying/Selling Business (Asset Protection, Capital Gains Tax, GST, State transfer (Stamp) Duty and taxation matters should be considered)

Sale of property (are there age pension effects if a home is sold and part of those proceeds are invested – ie assets and income test rules)

Leasing canhave significant effects at later stages of a lease such as “make good” clauses that may require very significant redecoration or general make good works to be completed to the premises at the end of a lease term

First home Buyer – Property Tax Option – thisis a financially (cash flow) driven decision. The up front opt-in (or not) decision may have dire consequences if the various scenarios are not thought through ie if a home owner occupier decides to buy and move into another property and keep the first property as an investment property thenthe annual property tax liability is substantially increased and depending on the timing it may end up far exceeding what would have been the up front transfer duty

Family group succession planning (farming or non farming)

A vendor (seller) of a business or property may offer vendor finance to the purchaser to buy the business or property. What are the risks?

Entering into a granny flat type of arrangement with a family member. What effects on the age pension (if any), what happens if the younger generation separate andfamily law becomes an issue, what happens on death of any person to the agreement, can it be reversed if it does not work?

Community title, neighbourhood schemes, strata plans. What are your financial responsibilities going forward.

Entering into debt restructuring or ATO repayment plans. What are the risks of default?

Intra family business/investment dealings. Is it fair? What are the risks involved?

The above are just a few examples where financial and taxation advice, in addition to legal advice, may be significant in the decision making process. There are many more!!

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Duntryleague’s women golfers and sponsors who have donated to Orange Push for Palliative. From left Val Pollack, Val Durack, Sally Heigh, Jenny Hazelton, and Billie O’Neill.

The proposal was two months in the making, Cameron hiring the Orange Civic Theatre for an evening, where James put on an exclusive performance for the couple.

“Say I Do” is a song about love. It tells a story about how two people share a special bond together as a couple, lifting each other up, and making each other complete, ultimately becoming husband and wife,” James said.

Craig Honeysett from Dotted Eight Studios and Dave Smyth from Studio Door Creative were at the theatres to capture the special moment, which has now been immortalised in the music video for the new single.

Released on February, 10 ‘Say I do’ is tipped to become one of the year’s most popular songs for marriage proposals.

“I think they deserve a lot of recognition,” James said of Cameron and Ana’s role in how the music video has been received. “Capturing the real-life proposal just brought the video to life.”

The album, to be released later this year, will include a second part to the song with a single titled, “She said yes” and the music video will be a sequel of sorts to “Say I do”.

Growing up in Orange, James has been playing the guitar since he was eight years old and has regularly shared the stage with his brother, 2023 Toyota Starmaker finalist, Robbie Mortimer.

Following in the footsteps of his father, Peter Mortimer and uncles, Steve and Chris Mortimer, James played professional rugby league for the Many Sea Eagles in reserve grade. He then went on to captain/coach the Belrose Eagles in the Sydney Shield

competition for four years.

But throughout his football never stopped playing music.

“The good thing about the guitar is that you can take it with you,” James said. “It went hand in hand when I was playing footy.”

When he felt the time had come to finish his football career, James turned his focus on his passion for music.

As a songwriter, James takes inspiration from his own life from childhood recollections of growing up in Orange to exploring the joys of fatherhood. The overarching theme of his music is positivity.

Ultimately James hopes his music will elicit positive energy from the listeners and is what’s behind the title of his first single and soon-to-be-released album, Life is Good Today.

His first single was the fourth most downloaded and streamed song on the Play MPE charts and was nominated for the Best Video and Best Song awards at the Dotted Eighth Music Awards in Orange.

“My passion for music and performing is what drives me,” James said. “My kids are my biggest motivation, and I really want to show my family that anything is possible if you put your mind to it, that you can turn your dreams into reality. To share this adventure with them is amazing.”

James’ music is available on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon.

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TikTok: @jameskeithmusic

For more information visit https://www.jameskeith.au/

Discount desexing for our furry friends

We all love our pets: They’re cute, cuddly, and most importantly loyal and loving friends — even family. But with pet ownership comes pet responsibility, which also carries a cost.

And given the rising cost of living, Orange City Council is urging concession card holders to take advantage of their annual desexing initiative that o ers a massive discount to desex cats and dogs.

The annual program, aimed at minimising stray animals and unwanted litters of kittens, is funded by Council and conducted at Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital in Lords Place.

Eligible concession card holders living in the Orange LGA can get their pets desexed, microchipped and receive a lifetime registration, all for only $69.

Orange City Council will begin taking bookings from Tuesday, March 14 with a limit of one discounted procedure per household.

Veterinary surgeon, Dr Judith Carney of Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital spoke to Orange City Life about the risks associated with not desexing pets, and the issues that stray animals can pose.

“Stray cats are an issue because they’re a threat to the wildlife, and they get into fights, and there’s a nasty disease called feline AIDS, and 1 in 5 in NSW carries this disease, which is untreatable. And the trouble is it’s passed on from cat fights. A stray cat can come into your yard, and it can pass it on to your pet cat. So, it’s very important,” Dr Carney explained.

“Stray dogs can be an absolute menace. You don’t know their temperament; they could be aggressive. They’re bred to be owned by someone to take care of them, so they’re fed wrong.”

There aren’t only risks associated, there are also important health benefits associated with desexing pets as well.

“The advantage to desexing a dog before twelve months is that they’re clinically less likely to develop mammary tumours and a nasty disease called Pyometra which is an infection of the uterus and you’re preventing unwanted puppies,” Dr Carney said.

“In terms of desexing cats, it’s really the same thing –unwanted kittens.”

Last year about 19 dogs and 13 cats were desexed under the program however there were more places available.

Orange Deputy Mayor, Councillor Gerald Power urged people to take advantage of this opportunity.

“This is an important initiative that will help prevent unwanted litters and reduce the number of stray animals in our area,” Cr Power said

Funding is limited and will be allocated on a firstin basis. Bookings and payments are to be made at Council’s Customer Service Counter prior to the procedure.

“It’s not just about helping animals – it’s about helping people – helping concession card holders who might be struggling,” Dr Carney concluded.

STUDENT PROFILE

Sharing the Journey

NAME: Juliyat Jojo

Juliyat is a promising Year 10 student who describes Sheahan as an inclusive and compassionate community. She explains the importance of the school as a place where students are exposed to multiple opportunities and are encouraged to be their best self. Juliyat is an active member of the SRC and is training for Peer Support Leader, as well as having prior experience in the Youth Mission Team which she states are opportunities for herself to help other students be included and welcomed to the supportive environment provided by James Sheahan.

Having a passion for taking initiative, Juliyat participates in extracurricular activities such as the School Production and Choir, and has been an Altar Server in the Parish Ministry. She encourages students to take advantage of opportunities as it helps develop their skills and talents while making new friends.

Juliyat talks about her goals for the upcoming year including becoming Peer Support Leader, academic achievements and maintaining her solid group of friends where they can support each other. After graduating, she plans on having a Gap Year in organisations like NET Ministries where she can further nurture her faith. We commend Juliyat for her strong set of beliefs, being inclusive, compassionate and supportive.

Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital’s Dr Judith Carney and Pandora.

Photo by Scott Gilbank

OCL’s Volunt r of the Month — Miche e Bourke

Orange City Life is proud to be able to award our first ‘Volunteer of the Month’ to Michelle Bourke of Blayney, who will receive a $100 gift voucher thanks to Ashcroft’s IGA.

The Volunteer of the Month is just a small way for us to say ‘thank you’ to the many people in our community who go out of their way to help or volunteer their time to make their community a better place to live.

There are so many small deeds that often go unnoticed but make a huge di erence in the lives of others, which is why we were taken with the kind heart of Michelle Bourke.

We have received many worthy nominations, which we will keep in the running for our next ‘Volunteer of the Month’ but please keep sending in your nominees.

“I wish to strongly recommend Ms Michelle Bourke of Blayney,” writes Angela O’Callaghan.

I first became aware of Michelle’s generosity when I was asked to be the celebrant for the funeral of Blayney resident, Max Kandlbauer, who died on 26 January 2023.

“Michelle and Max first met by chance while waiting

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for their orders at the bakery in Blayney about twelve years ago. From there, a close friendship developed between Max, his devoted partner Margaret, and Michelle.

“Margaret does not drive. Hence, when Max was diagnosed with cancer, about a year later, it was Michelle who drove him to all of his appointments, including visits to specialists and chemotherapy.”

Throughout several years of treatment, Michelle continued to be an amazing support to Max and Margaret.

“She drove hundreds of kilometres during Max’s illness to ensure he received all the medical care possible,” continues the nomination.

“When Max was in hospital on several occasions, Michelle regularly took Margaret to visit him. In his last weeks of life, which Max was able to spend at home, Michelle continued to be a tower of strength to the family. She visited daily and successfully supported Margaret and Max to ensure the last days of Max’s life were as comfortable as possible.

“Michelle Bourke certainly is an unsung local hero.”

Do you know someone who goes out of their way to make life better in our community?

It could be a friend, neighbour, colleague, committee member or co-worker — we want to hear from you!

To nominate a person you deem worthy for our Volunteer of the Month, send us their contact information along with details of their good deed, and they will be in the running to be rewarded with a $100 gift voucher from Ashcroft’s IGA. Write to us at Suite 3, 241 Lords Place, Orange NSW 2800, email us at reception@oclife.com.au with the subject line “Volunteer of the Month”, or drop your nomination into our o ce.

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Suzie is currently a first-year student in the University of Sydney’s Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. She will complete the entire four-year postgraduate degree in Dubbo with clinical training centered on the newly redeveloped Dubbo Hospital.

I love that I’ll be learning in a smaller cohort and the opportunity to develop relationships with teaching and clinical staff that, hopefully I will be working with one day as a doctor.”

Becoming a doctor was never a lifelong dream for Suzie Hill, but with two children who are now adults and have left home, she began looking at the next stage of life.

Suzie is currently a first-year student in the University of Sydney’s Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. She will complete the entire fouryear postgraduate degree in Dubbo with clinical training centered on the newly redeveloped Dubbo Hospital.

Suzie has been practicing as a Radiographer for over 15 years. Like many regional and rural residents, she is acutely aware of the impact the shortage of doctors and specialists has on our communities. She has been inspired by the care and support her son received by a specialist and the efforts he went to in bringing treatment closer to home as well as some gentle encouragement from Radiologists she has worked with over the years.

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Suzie sat the Graduate Medical School Admission Test (GAMSAT) again after being unsuccessful on her first application to the University of Sydney’s Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. She was then offered a place the second time she applied.

Suzie sat the Graduate Medical School Admission Test (GAMSAT) again after being unsuccessful on her first application to the University of Sydney’s Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. She was then offered a place the second time she applied.

studying the University of Sydney’s entire four-year Doctor of Medicine program in Dubbo. Students in the Dubbo Stream study the same world-class medical education as their peers in Sydney, with the added benefits of living and studying in a regional location while gaining handson experience in rural and remote medical practice.

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Suzie has been practicing as a Radiographer for over 15 years. Like many regional and rural residents, she is acutely aware of the impact the shortage of doctors and specialists has on our communities. She has been inspired by the care and support her son received by a specialist and the efforts he went to in bringing treatment closer to home as well as some gentle encouragement from Radiologists she has

“Being able to study in Dubbo has been a huge attraction in maintaining my family life.

“Being able to study in Dubbo has been a huge attraction in maintaining my family life. I love that I’ll be learning in a smaller cohort and the opportunity to develop relationships with teaching and clinical staff that, hopefully I will be working with one day as a doctor.”

The Dubbo Stream is only available to students eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place and pathways are available for First Nations students and those with rural backgrounds.

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Becoming a doctor was never a lifelong dream for Suzie Hill, but with two children who are now adults and have left home, she began looking at the next stage of life.

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What Kid’s Say!

Name: hendrix

Age: 7

What do you want to be when you grow up?

A chef. I’m a good cook.

What makes a good friend?

Helping them if they are hurt.

What’s your favourite thing to do at school?

Go down the fireman’s pole.

What would you do if you had one million dollars?

I’d split the money and buy a speed boat and a jet.

If you could be any animal what would you be and why?

A shark, because they are the best predator.

What are you the best at?

Running.

If you owned a store, what would you sell?

I would sell good Nike shoes.

What makes you happy?

When I read a book all by myself.

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THE GOOD ENOUGH Parent PRIORITIES

with EMILY THOMPSON

After experiencing something truly traumatic this week I’ve had to reassess my priorities.

You see, the electrical wiring in my car needs replacing, but there is none in Australia to replace it with, so I was left to choose between airbags, air conditioner and my beloved car horn.

I don’t know if you’ve ever driven down Peisley Street at 8.50am, but doing this without the ability to honk at other drivers has left me seriously considering whether or not I actually need airbags. The good news is that in 2-3 weeks I won’t need an aircon, being autumn in Orange. Still, I chose safety.

Spurred by my very adult-centric life improvement, I decide to embark on more self-development. Unfortunately, I make the mistake of asking Miss Eight and Miss 14 how they think I can do better in life. Like all parents of teens and tweens I’ve realised the best time to talk to them is when I’m holding them captive. I.e. in the car during the morning school run.

“Stop speeding up at orange lights mum. At school they taught us that orange means ‘slow down and prepare to stop’. But you hit the accelerator like a race car driver,” Miss Eight says, as I speed up ever so slightly to make it through the Sale/Summer Street intersection on our time-honoured Tuesday morning “there’s no bread and the canteen’s closed so let’s grab cheese and bacon rolls from the Summer Centre bakery on the way to school’ run. I mean yes, but we DO have airbags…

“I have a list,” Miss 14 says from the passenger seat next to me as she opens “notes” on her phone. There actually

is a list! I pause briefly to admire her organisation.

“First, stop telling me you have an important reason for driving me to school instead of letting me walk with my friends, when that reason is simply that you want me to run in and grab you a mocha from Bill’s Beans,” Miss 14 reads.

I sip the co ee that the lovely Carter handed her six minutes ago and avoid eye contact as she continues. “You’ve been talking about buying a new car for six months, but the only two cars you have looked at were a hotdog van and a prison transport vehicle that you said was ‘perfect’ for doing the school run. Be sensible for once!”

I ignore this, knowing she only wants me to get a new car so she gets my old one when she starts driving. I still kinda want the prison one. I mean, imagine road trips with children separated into individual cells!

“Lastly,” she interrupts, “You’ve been really busy with work lately. I don’t remember the last time I saw you play computer games, read a book or go out with your friends. You need to chill out too, Mum.”

This hits home for me. I’ve always made sure the girls see me enjoying myself, as I never want them to think that being a wife and mother means losing yourself. But I realise that for the last few weeks, I have in fact lost myself and prioritised work and my family’s needs over my own.

“Also, stop singing in the car!” pipes up Miss Eight, keen to jump in on the critiquing.

I turn up Kate Bush and sing along at the top of my lungs all the way to school. After drop-o , I arrange for Hubby to work from home tomorrow and plan to take the afternoon o to read. Perfect.

CBC BANK EMPLOYEES 60-YEAR REUNION

Photos by EDITHMAY GOWING

Twelve of the former employees of the Orange Branch of the Commercial Banking Company (CBC) enjoyed a social get together at Duntryleague on Saturday, March 4.

Each held a variety of roles within the branch in the late 60’s and early 70’s. The day was about continuing their social activities from when they worked together. Some of the ladies had travelled from as far as Dubbo, Sydney and Port Macquarie to enjoy the time with their former workmates.

Denise Schmich, Wendy Reid and Doreen McDonald

Lesly Hoffman, Toot and Jane Jensen

Helen Hart and Dawn Gregory

Claudette McNeil, Toot and Fay Taylor

(Back row) Denise Schmich, Jane Jensen, Dawn Gregory, and Toot. (Middle row) Fay Taylor, Doreen McDonald, and Lesly Hoffman. (Front row) Claudette McNeil, Wendy Reid, Margaret Cousins, and Helen Hart.

what it is).

As they watch, an elderly lady walks into the strange silver doors and the doors close. The father and son watch as the numbers go up, and then back down. When the doors open, a beautiful young woman walks out. The father leans over and whispers to the son, “Son, go get your mother!”

Which idiot?

A proud and confident genius makes a bet with an idiot. The genius says, “Hey idiot, every question I ask you that you don’t know the answer, you have to give me $5. And if you ask me a question and I can’t answer yours will give you $5,000.” The idiot says, “Okay.” The genius then asks,

“How many continents are there in the world?” The idiot doesn’t know and hands over the $5. The idiot says, “Now it’s my turn to ask: what animal stands with two legs but sleeps with three?” The genius tries and searches very hard for the answer but gives up and hands over the $5000. The genius says, “Dang it, lost. By the way,

what was the answer to your question?” The idiot hands over $5.

New broom

A company in need of a shakeup, hires a new hard-nosed CEO to get the place back into ship-shape fashion. The new boss is determined to rid the company of all deadwood and no-hopers. On his first tour of the facilities, he notices a young man leaning on a wall wearing casual clothes, chewing gum, and texting with his mobile phone. The “new broom” sees his chance, to show everyone that he means business!

He walks up to the nonchalant-looking teenager, and asks: “And how much money, do you make in a month, young man?”

Undaunted, the young man looks at him and smiles, replying: “Ohh, I make about $2000, give or take...Why?”

The new CEO then very deliberately gets his chequebook out of his pocket, writes a personal cheque for $2000, and hands it to the lad who gives him a quizzical look. The new chief then says loudly and

with feeling: “Well, here’s a month’s pay, you can cash it at any bank, now get out of here now, and don’t come back!” The young man leaves with the cheque, shaking his head.

Feeling pretty good about how his first firing went, the CEO looks around the room at the staff and says: “He’s no great loss, didn’t look like he ever did a day’s work here!”

With a sheepish grin, one of the workers smiles and answers: “You’re

& Planetarium

√ 24 hour rescue helicopter service for Orange and region

√ $14 million for highway upgrades between Lithgow and Orange

√ Bat/hail netting funding for local orchardists

√ $1.2 million for CCTV in Orange, Bathurst and Wellington

√ 47 mobile phone towers and base stations across Calare

ORANGE RUNNING FESTIVAL A RUN AWAY SUCCESS!

The Orange Running Festival was held on the weekend, featuring distances from 1 mile to a full marathon. Despite the stormy weather, the event drew a massive crowd!

I’m here to tell you, I’m not a runner but I did compete in the Community Mile and had a great time! The previous federal government supported the event with a $35,000 grant.

A big thank you to Anthony Daintith and all the Festival organisers, volunteers and sponsors for delivering such an outstanding event! I’ll definitely be back next year!

PS - A shout out to Parrot Distilling Co for assisting with my post

YELLOW BRICK ROAD

Congratulations Harrison Bird and the team at Yellow Brick Road, Orange!

Last Friday, principal mortgage broker Harrison cut the yellow ribbon on his new franchise - the newest Yellow Brick Road branch in Australia!

It’s always good to see storefronts filled, and meet folks who are passionate about what they do.

It was also great to welcome Founder of Yellow Brick Road, Mark Bouris, to town.

Wishing the new team all the best!

FLOOD MITIGATION URGENTLY NEEDED

As the recovery from the recent storms and floods continues, people across the region are asking “How do we stop this happening again?”

Molong has had three major flooding events in the past 12 months. It can’t go on like this.

The toll on residents’ health and finances is simply too high.

One thing that the NSW Government can do is get the Molong Creek rail bridge raised or moved. This may not prevent future flooding but it would certainly greatly lessen the impacts.

It’s no good for government to simply feel the community’s pain and move on. This issue must be addressed. The future of Molong depends on it.

I would encourage all candidates at the upcoming NSW election to commit to resolving the issue with the bridge and also carrying out other necessary mitigation work along the creek.

Another thing that the NSW Government could do is commit to removing the traffic islands in Hill Street (along the highway opposite the REC Ground) and levelling the gradient of the road.

As things stand, the highway is built up higher than the gutters. This combined with traffic islands is creating a mini dam which is making any flooding much worse.

Currently the water is running down Hill Street and

coming in from Gidley Street well before any water from the creek gets there. You can still see the dirt and gravel that recently washed into the islands. Phil Davis (pictured) and other local residents have had enough. They need action.

Some relatively simple road works and the removal of the traffic islands would greatly alleviate the situation. An insurance assessor has already looked at the road and said the level is too high.

I have raised this issue with the Premier and NSW Minister for Regional Transport Sam Farraway but haven’t had a response. It’s time to get cracking on solutions rather than hoping the next storm won’t be as bad as the last one.

MY TWO CENTS

One of the important things about being an independent is not being told how to vote by a political party.

There is a growing expectation in the community that MPs will say what they actually think and not just follow a party line because it’s good for their career prospects. There just isn’t enough of it in politics.

Giving up my numerous shadow ministries meant taking a significant pay cut but I’m now free to turn an independent eye to any issue before parliament or our area.

Here are a few issues on the agenda this week:

• I won’t be supporting the government’s proposed tax increases on superannuation. If they were planning to move the super goal posts it should have been stated before the election.

• I do support the federal government’s National Reconstruction Fund because it will benefit the regions.

• I don’t think the NSW Nationals/NSW Government should have promised (and advertised) to make NSW mobile blackspot free at the last state election. There are still plenty of mobile phone blackspots around and this was a promise that was highly unlikely to ever be fulfilled. You don’t hear much about that promise these days. No wonder people get cynical about the major parties.

• The level of both state and federal road funding is clearly not where it should be. Recent state funding announcements will only have a minimal impact. The backpedalling on the Great Western Highway by the federal government is also very concerning. The $2 billion that the previous federal government and I secured for the project needs to be released and rolled out.

and

Andrew with Jason Hamling, Phil Donato, Mark Bouris and Harrison Bird

100- year old Bill Connolly with Will from Orange Grove Care Community

Andrew with participants from Orange Grove Care Community

Andrew with Phil Davis on the traffic island outside his home in Hill Street, Molong

Not quite running like the wind!

Some of the amazing Running for Premature Babies squad!

MESA

Easy couscous salad:

What about if I told you that you can make a delicious meal to fill your family and friends up, not even turning the stove on? I don’t know about you, but that seems like winning to me!

Moroccan couscous has been a musthave in my pantry ever since I visited the country over a decade ago. It’s one of those super versatile ingredients like rice and pasta, that I like to surprise my family with. You can use it as a main, as a side, or even for a salad, like I’m going to suggest here today.

A reader recently asked me: “How hard is it to cook couscous?” Well, I believe it is one of the easiest ingredients you can use in your kitchen. On top of that, it is really cheap and very, very fast for a quick fix during the week! The only trick is to have the perfect amount of boiling liquid per amount of couscous. As always I recommend, look at your packaging, they

will give you the information right there.

Couscous is a staple throughout the North African cuisines of Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Mauritania and Libya. It’s an amazing source of fibre, which is good for you in a lot of ways. It can stop your blood sugar from spiking and can keep you fuller longer. It also can help lower cholesterol, which can reduce your chances of heart disease.

Ok, so what do you need at home? You just need a kettle, a bowl with a kitchen spoon to mix ingredients, and a chopping board with a knife. Trust me this is the perfect recipe to do with your kids, they will love the fact that the couscous grows in the container when it absorbs the liquid.

STEPS AND SUGGESTIONS TO FOLLOW:

1. Wash, peel, and chop all the vegetables the same size you are going to use. This week there is no recipe really, use your creativity depending on what you like or what’s in season.

2. Turn the kettle on with water.

3. Open a tin of tuna in extra virgin olive oil. Drain it from the oil with a colander (I like to use tuna in order to add more omega-3 to our family diet).

4. Cook the couscous and let it rest. When ready, season well and mix all the ingredients together. You can add herbs on top, heaps of acidity, or chilli if that is your thing.

5. Serve it for lunch or dinner. Or even do a batch cook for your work lunches. Trust me, you’ll be in heaven once you finish one of these salads!

TIPS ON HOW TO COOK COUSCOUS?

1. Tip the couscous into a Chinese takeaway container and pour over a splash of extra virgin olive oil (stir well with a spoon). Then add the boiling water just enough to cover it (you’ll see the ratio in the package anyway).

2. Cover with a lid and leave for 5-10 mins until the couscous is soft.

3. Flu the couscous up with a fork and season well with salt and pepper if you like. The couscous is now ready to serve. Enjoy!

Got a cooking question you need answered?

Any suggestions on what topic Ruben should tackle next? Get in touch with us at OCLife or with Ruben directly @rubenlopezmesa

no cooking skills required!

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT ‘CULTURED’ BRINGS CHAMBER MUSIC TO CIVIC SQUARE

The Orange Chamber Music Festival’s free community music, arts and heritage event Cultured will be held in the Civic Square this Saturday 11 March, supported by Orange City Council, Create NSW and the Orange Regional Arts Foundation.

Orange City Council’s Services Policy Committee Chair, Cr Mel McDonell says a series of performances will be held throughout the day at the North Court, Orange City Library, Orange Regional Gallery, Orange Regional Museum and the South Court by local and visiting musicians.

“If you aren’t familiar with chamber music or simply want to enjoy beautiful classical music, this is a great opportunity for members of the community to experience chamber music of the highest calibre in Orange’s vibrant cultural precinct,” Cr McDonell said.

“I encourage everyone to enjoy the community atmosphere of the event and celebrate the city’s vibrant cultural scene at Cultured 2023.”

CELEBRATE OUR CULTURAL DIVERSITY DURING COMMUNITY IN HARMONY 2023 FESTIVAL

Celebrate multiculturalism in Orange at the Community in Harmony 2023 Festival, with the theme ‘Together in Harmony’ aiming to showcase the city’s new and established multicultural groups.

The highlight of the festival, Harmony Day, will bring sights, sounds and tastes from across the world to the South Court on Saturday 18 March.

Orange City Council’s Community Services Policy Committee Chair Cr Mel McDonell encourages all residents to come along with friends and family to celebrate our diversity.

“The Community in Harmony 2023 Festival is the perfect opportunity to open your minds to so many cultures,” Cr McDonell said.

“This annual celebration attracts hundreds of people and is always fun for the whole family.”

This year, the celebrations will include:

TOGETHER IN HARMONY GARDEN PARTY –Friday 10 March, 5pm to 8pm, Community Services Centre (Giyalang Ganya) 286 Lords Place.

The Garden Party incudes cultural performances in traditional dress together with opportunities for each multicultural group to speak about their culture. Multicultural foods will also be served and limited spots are available by calling 6393 8600.

HARMONY CUP SOCCER GALA DAY – Sunday 12 March, 9.30am for 10am kick-off, Sir Jack Brabham Park.

The entertainment will commence at the Orange Farmers Market at the North Court in the morning with music by the NSW Police Brass Ensemble and Dixieland band, followed by performances in the museum and gallery, and finishing with an interactive performance by the Pinnacle Players at the library.

Festival Director and Cultured 2023 curator Carmen Nieves says Cultured is a celebration of Orange’s love for the arts.

“We aim to incorporate all aspects of Orange’s culture in one event that will have a long-lasting impact in the local community, especially those with limited exposure to the fine arts. It is a joy to be able to provide the community with diverse free performances, with something for the whole family,” Carmen Nieves said.

For more information visit https:// ocmf.com.au/

The Harmony Cup is a free, round robin soccer competition for men, women and 16s age groups. Participants and spectators can enjoy multicultural food, drinks and entertainment throughout the day.

HARMONY DAY – Saturday from 4pm to 8pm, Saturday 18 March at South Court, Byng Street. Harmony Day will feature multicultural food, entertainment, cultural stalls and a National Dress cultural fashion parade. The celebration will feature performers including the Kinross Wolaroi Indigenous Dance Group and dancers from Thai, Malaysian, Indonesian, South American and Filipino cultures, as well as local singers. Multicultural food will be available to purchase including Indigenous, Indonesian, Ukraine, South American, African and Filipino dishes.

Limited outdoor seating is provided, and guests are encouraged to bring their own fold up chairs. “These events are all about inclusiveness, respect and belonging for everyone regardless of culture or language background,” Cr McDonell said.

These free events are organised by volunteers with support from Orange City Council and Multicultural NSW.

For information contact Council’s Migrant and Refugee Support Officer Anni Gallagher on 6393 8625.

Rachel Kwa will perform during Cultured in the Civic Square. s

Celebrate Harmony Day on Saturday 18 March. s

photos by EdithMay Gowing

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The OCLife scene of recent parties, concerts, celebrations and events

LEE STINSON AND COREY WEDLOCK SOAR TO GOLDEN EAGLE VICTORY

Orange’s Lee Stinson and partner Corey Wedlock have claimed victory at the 2023 Golden Eagle Classic Pairs Tournament.

The hotly contested four-day tournament concluded on Friday, March 3, with Lee and Corey defeating 2022 Commonwealth Games silver medalists Carl Healey and Ben Twist, 22-12.

The standard of bowls displayed on the Orange City Bowling Club greens was extraordinary with a record number of state, national and international bowls champions competing for a share of the $20,000 prize money.

“Lee, Corey, Ben and Carl, it’s undisputed that you have all played phenomenal bowls this week and regardless of who is crowned the champion, it’s been amazing watching you all bowl,” the club posted on it’s Facebook page the morning of the finals.

On Wednesday, March 1, approximately 150 people attended Orange City Bowling Club for the inaugural Sportsman’s Dinner, a new addition to the Golden Eagle Classic Pairs bowls tournament.

Legendary Australian rugby league prop forward Steve “Blocker” Roach was the guest speaker at the dinner, which was MC’d by comedian Justin Karcher.

2023 Golden Eagle Pairs Tournament Champions Lee Stinson and Corey Wedlock

John Bird and Phillip Chant

Craig and Daniel Wishart

Cr Tammy Greenhalgh and Jason Greenhalgh

Daniel Seton, Craig and Barry Lambert

Geoff Wilson (from Tooheys) and Steve Roach

Margi Garretty and Chris O’Brien

From left to right in the back row is Ben Sainsbury with Mitchell and Belinda Newham and from left to right in front row is Nathan Barry, Cecil O’Malley, and David McAlpine Fran and Graham Bradley

ORANGE FILM SOCIETY PRESENTS, EMILY: THE IMAGINATION BEHIND WUTHERING HEIGHTS

Emily tells the imagined life of one of the world’s most famous authors, Emily Brontë. The film stars Emma Mackey as Emily, a rebel and misfit, as she finds her voice and writes the literary classic ‘Wuthering Heights’. Emily explores the relationships that inspired her – her raw, passionate sisterhood with Charlotte (Alexandra Dowling) and Anne (Amelia Gething); her first aching, forbidden love for Weightman (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) and her care for her maverick brother Branwell (Fionn Whitehead), whom she idolises.

Frances O’Connor makes her directorial debut with Emily, from her own original screenplay. The film also stars Adrian Dunbar and Gemma Jones.

See Emily at the Odeon 5 Cinema: Sunday, March 12 (early evening screening, check local listings); and Wednesday, March 15 (mid-morning screening, check local listings)

Tickets on sale from the box o ce –normal pricing applies. Members and non-members are welcome.

CULTURED: arts and music come together in the Civic Square

Cultured is a free community music, arts and heritage celebration happening in the Orange Civic Square this Saturday, March 11.

First introduced at the Orange Chamber Music Festival in 2021, Cultured is a family-friendly event that combines art, music, culture and heritage while making classical music accessible to people of all ages. The all-day music program planned for Saturday, March 11, includes performances by local and visiting musicians at the North Court, Orange City Library, Orange Regional Gallery, Orange Regional Museum and the South Court.

The final performance of the day will be a musicaltheatrical interactive performance of Camille Saint-Saens’ humorous musical suite Carnival of the Animals. The performance will see the Orange Regional Conservatorium chamber music academy partnered with local theatre company The Pinnacle Players, who will add narration and impersonations. It is a performance the whole family can enjoy together, Carmen said.

“It’s going to be an open-air orchestral/theatre performance, outside in the South Court and we’re

hoping to have a lot of families coming and sitting on the stairs and kids will be able to run around,” she said.

“It is a joy to be able to provide the community with diverse free performances, with something for the whole family.”

Cultured is part of the four-day Orange Chamber Music Festival, March 9 to 12, supported by Orange City Council, Create NSW and the Orange Regional Arts Foundation.

See times below or visit ocmf.com.au

9–10am NSW Police Band Brass QuintetNorthcourt Stage

10–11am NSW Police Band Dixieland Ensemble - Northcourt Stage

11am–12pm Cushion Concert - Library

12pm Lunch Break

12.45pm-1.20pm Eliza Shephard (flutes) + Alicia Crossley (recorders) at Orange Regional Museum

1.30pm–2.15pm Rachael Kwa (violin) + Elman Mecid (marimba)

3pm–3.45pm ORC Chamber Academy + Pinnacle Players - Southcourt

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Saturday March 11

Orange Civic Theatre

Frankie Valli and The Beach Boys Show from 8pm

The Greenhouse

Chloe Swannell on the lawn from 12pm

Craig in the Piano Bar from 6pm

Rough Diamond on the lawn from 7pm

The Victoria Hotel

5 o’clock Shadow from 8pm

Factory Espresso Comedy

Anne Edmonds and Lloyd Langford from 6.30pm

Blayney Show

8.30am - 5pm at the Blayney Showground

ChaLou X UB Grail

Saturday 18th March 2023 12pm-4pm

This event was last held in 2021 when Winemakers Nadja and Steve were first starting our journey at ChaLou. Now with a bit of time and many developments along the way they are so excited to welcome you back to the Grail; Graze the trail at ChaLou with a delicious 5 course menu prepared by their mates at the Union Bank matched to their hand crafted wines. Come along and explore their home and see how they do things from bud to bottle whilst enjoying amazing food and wine along the way. Nadja and Steve will guide you through their process and show you their favourite spots before sharing a meal together in the winery.

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Friday March 10

Factory Espresso Comedy

Anne Edmonds and Lloyd Langford from 6.30pm

Orange Chamber Music Festival Gala

Camerata, Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra feat. Orava Quartet and Jay Byrnes from 7pm

The Greenhouse

Gary Johns in the Piano Bar from 6pm

Brad White on the lawn from 7pm

Sunday March 12

The Greenhouse

Chloe Swannell on the lawn from 12pm

Music Bingo from 3pm

Kent Eastwood in the Piano Bar from 6pm

Upcoming

March 24–April 2

Orange F.O.O.D. Week

March 31

Orange Civic Theatre On By Circa

GREENHOUSE ORANGE Chloe Swannell from 12pm

FACTORY ESPRESSO COMEDY Anne Edmonds and Lloyd Langford

GREENHOUSE ORANGE Kent Eastwood from 6pm

Frank Valli and The Beach Boys this Saturday

Known for his unusually powerful lead falsetto voice, American singer and frontman of the Four Seasons, Frankie Valli brings together two of the most exciting harmony bands in pop music history this Saturday, March 11, at the Orange Civic Theatre.

Relive the greatest hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons such as ‘Sherry’, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, and ‘Walk Like a Man’, alongside the Beach Boys’ ‘Fun Fun Fun’, ‘California Girls’, ‘I Get Around’, ‘Surfer Girl’, ‘Surfin’ USA’ and many more.

Frankie Valli and The Beach Boys Show delivers hit after hit with awesome harmonies and songs that you won’t be able to resist singing along to. Experience it all at Orange Civic Theatre this Saturday, March 11 at 8pm. Tickets at Ticketek or call 6393 8111.

The Romantic Piano — Konstantin Shamray

Internationally renowned concert pianist Konstantin Shamray is coming to the Orange Civic Theatre on Thursday, March 23, with his show, The Romantic Piano.

Since bursting onto the music scene by winning the Judges’ and Peoples Choice prizes at the Sydney International Piano Competition in 2008, Shamray has continued to amaze audiences around the world.

Described as an exhilarating performer with faultless technique and fearless command of the piano, Konstantin has performed under the baton of distinguished conductors including Vladimir Spivakov, Dmitry Liss, Tugan Sokhiev, Nicholas Milton and Alexandr Vedernikov.

For Orange, Konstantin has prepared a programme spanning 250 years from the brilliance of French Baroque composer Rameau to the fiery virtuosity of Liszt culminating with the grand ‘La Valse’ by Ravel.

The major work in the second half will be Prokofiev’s ground-breaking Sonata No.8 - the final one he ever wrote and one of the most dazzling pieces written for the piano.

The Romantic Piano will be performed at the Orange Civic Theatre on Thursday, March 23 at 8pm. Tickets can be purchased via Ticketek or call 6393 8111.

James Sheahan students set to Rock, March 17–18

James Sheahan Catholic High School’s are bringing one the world’s favourite rock theatricals, We Will Rock You – the Musical, to the Orange Civic Theatre on March 17 and 18.

Written by legendary rock band, Queen, and comedian/author/playwright Ben Elton, We Will Rock You tells the story of a dystopian world 300 years in the future and the young bohemians desperate to “break free” from global corporate domination of Killer Queen and finally bring back the music.

Featuring Queen’s best-loved hits, including ‘We Are The Champions’, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ and ‘Radio Ga Ga’, We Will Rock You is guaranteed to blow your mind.

“The kids are very excited, it’s coming up quickly and they’re all working really hard,” James Sheahan teacher and show producer, Emily Bell, said.

Student’s normally produce a show every second year, but COVID cancelled their last planned performance, she said

“So this is our first one for four years,” explained Emily, “They’re very excited to get back on the scene and have a live audience.”

See We Will Rock You at Orange Civic Theatre on March 17 or18. Tickets at Ticketek or call 6393 8111.

ORANGE RUNNING FEST DRAWS BIGGEST CROWD EVER

Last weekend’s Orange Running Festival attracted its largest-ever crowd to Gosling Creek Reserve for eight races over Saturday and Sunday.

A total of 2,100 people registered for the event, more than half from outside fo Orange, the first-ever across-the-board sellout.

First places in the Sunday morning Orange Marathon went to Zac Rosser with a time of 2:39:30 and Greta Truscott with a time of 3:21:02.

Lachlan Oakes and Paige Campbell took the top prizes in the Half Marathon, finishing 1:14:58 and 1:19:48 respectively.

Mitchell Williamson ran an impressive 34:07 to win the Men’s 10K, while local runner Lauren Reid took the top prize in the Women’s 10K, finishing in 37:06.

The 5K was the most hotly contested race with over 700 entrants. Max Martinez proved to be the fastest, sprinting home in 16:29, while Nicole Williamson claimed the women’s prize in 20:57, just edging out local young runner Isobel Curran who posted a very impressive 21:08.

The High School Challenge was won by Kinross Wolaroi School, while Canobolas Public School stood on top of the podium for the Primary School Challenge.

In the Workplace Challenge, with the team from

PHYZ X beating previous repeat winner Cook & Roe.

On Saturday afternoon, the Orange Mile events kicked off the Festival with Women’s Orange Mile Winner, Paige Campbell, completing the 1.6 loops of Gosling Creek Reserve in 5:06, and Men’s Orange Mile Winner, Mitchell Williamson, posting a lightning fast 4:27 for the win.

The Junior Orange Mile demonstrated the depth of local young running talent. The girls podium included Milla Jurd, Skye Napier and Lucy Jurd while the boys podium featured Nick Irwin, Maxwell Horne and Blake Gleeson, all from the local area.

The new Orange Community Mile drew a motivated crowd of more than 200 people, young and old, who enjoyed the run or walk and being part of the festival experience.

The Mile races were part of a full Saturday afternoon program of events with the races and award presentation followed by live music.

The Orange Running Festival Committee and Orange Runners Club wished to thank all the sponsors that made the event possible.

Full results from the eight events can be found at www.orangerunningfestival.com.au

Photos and highlights from throughout the weekend are also available on the festival’s Facebook page.

Community Mile Start

Community Mile Start

Jacqui, Alex, Phill, Karen, Talitha and Caleb Lead Cyclists

Angus and Kate

OCLife Scene

The OCLife scene of recent parties, concerts, celebrations and events

Community Mile Start

Junior Mile Start

The Orange Treadies, who were fundraising for Cycling Without Age — a charity that connects elderly people and those less-abled with their community

Phil Donato in the 10K Waiting for the start of the 5K race.

Prem Balagi and Aksharaa

“Flatchat”

Orange Premature Babies, Humidicrib Racers

Start line volunteers, Maree Moss and Allison Writer

STUNNING COLONIAL HOME, COUNTRY HAMPTON INTERIORS!

Once in a while a property comes to the market that has a sense of style and grace. Although this unique home has the period charm of a lovely country style residence, it’s brand new and has all the modern comforts of a delightfully designed home. Walking distance to the Millthorpe cafes, restaurants and shops, this home is perfectly placed on just over an acre of prime land. The garden has been planted to enjoy the four seasons that this area offers. Here’s the bonus, it has all of the town services, including water, gas and sewer. This a rare opportunity and it’s bound to be one of Millthorpe’s most sought after properties.

24.5kW ducted air conditioning system (Bluetooth to devices)

• 8.2 kw 4.9 star gas log fire

• Double garage with remote access and separate double garage with adjoining 2 bay shed

• 3 phase power

• Firepit area with festoon lighting

• 22,730 litre (5,000 gal) water tank with pump

• 2,000 litre (440 gal) water tank with pump

• Remote control front gate entry

Butlers pantry, heaps of storage

• Spotted gum engineered floating floor

• Solid core doors throughout

• Power points with USB access in all bedrooms and Butlers pantry

• LED and feature lights throughout

• Connected to town water, gas and sewer

• Landscaped gardens with mature plants, turf and water feature

• Fully fenced

LAND SIZE: 4443m2 AUCTION

RATES: $372 per quarter RENTAL RETURN: $700 per week

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LEASED

Nashdale

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FOR LEASE

Private and secluded, this delightful cottage boasts uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside. Set within a large property, this lovely home has been tastefully updated to complement the polished floorboards and take advantage of the open countryside. Featuring two good sized bedrooms with storage, a modern kitchen with dishwasher, breakfast bar and open plan living, this cottage is perfect for those seeking a secluded way of life that is only 7kms from Orange’s CBD. It also has a lovely bathroom and extra WC. Surrounded by established gardens, this cottage is also set within park-like

131 Nashdale FOR LEASE

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Rare Opportunity to Lease Dress Circle

This beautiful 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath homestead comes fully furnished with the option of leasing the house only or the two bedroom cottage also fully and tastefully furnished. Set on approximately 51 acres of carefully manicured gardens and picturesque, landscaped garden plantings, this amazing property will delight you with its spectacular views and seclusion yet proximity to Orange. The homestead itself has been impeccably furnished and decorated, boasting 5 large bedrooms, many with amazing views to the surrounding countryside.

170 Farnham Road Farnham

FOR SALE $750,000 311 a b c a b c a b c

Charming cottage on 208* acres at Stuart Town

This two bedroom home is situated on 208* acres of undulating land suitable for mixed grazing. Watered by a creek and two good-sized dams, the property is well-fenced and secure. Situated in a quiet and private location, it offers the capacity to return income as a grazing block. Less than 10 minutes from Stuart Town. The property is a short drive to the recreational features of Lake Mookerawa. An approximate 4o-minute drive to Orange, this farmhouse is perfect for those looking for a peaceful and secluded living space while still being less than an hour’s drive from Orange. The property is also around 45 minutes from Lake Burrendong with its myriad water activities including skiing and fishing and is around 30 minutes to Wellington.

46 Diamond Drive, Orange FOR LEASE $680/wk

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Nestled in the popular and tightly held area of North Orange, this beautiful home will impress as soon as you open the front door. Bathed in natural light, accented by a tasteful, neutral colour palette, this large family home offers location, space and liveability.

Picture yourself enjoying a barbeque with friends as you gaze out over the large level backyard whose rear garage access promises even more convenience especially if you need to park a trailer or caravan.

3 Agate Street Orange

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Five bright and beautiful bedrooms in North Orange

Within an easy drive of Bunnings, North Orange Shops, The Botanic Gardens, the Adventure Playground and Waratah sporting grounds. This lovely home has been designed with livability in mind. The pleasing neutral palette and nine foot ceilings emphasize the light and airy feel of this lovely home. Offering plenty of space , this generous home includes a formal lounge/dining room adjoining the lightfilled foyer. which could also be used as a media room.

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28 Seymour Street Orange

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OFFERS WELCOME

Stylish and sophisticated on Seymour

This classic home has been faultlessly renovated so there’s nothing for you to do- just move in and enjoy the open living spaces, contemporary colour scheme and design and beautifully landscaped garden with its attractive al fresco area.You will be amazed by this home!

1 Church Street Cudal NEW PRICE $385,000

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Great start for the first home buyer at Cudal

This four bedroom home has potential as first home buyers or it would make a great rental with solid returns. The modern kitchen is functional and lightfilled and adjoins a great family area with views to the handy undercover area. The family bathroom has a separate toilet for convenience while the living area is spacious and light-filled.

3633 Bogan Road Goonumbla “Coraki”

FOR SALE

1855 Acres $1300 per acre

Near North Parkes

The four bedroom homestead has a lovely sunroom, kitchen, and entertaining area with rear verandah perfect for entertaining or unwinding. Both bathrooms are modern while the living areas are light-filled and generous. The property is located approximately 30 kms from Parkes, 14kms approx from North Parkes Mine. The very well equipped three stand woolshed is functional and well-designed. A good set of sheep yards behind the woolshed with another set of sheep yards adjoining a laneway. Two good-sized machinery sheds, hayshed, water tanks and silos all add to the capacity of this holding. The stock proof fencing is in good repair and the property is divided into 16 paddocks with good shade.

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38 Kinghorn Lane Huntley

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Tranquil and lovely- with extra income

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13 Selby Steet Lyndhurst

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FOR SALE $590,000

Stylish and affordable home at Lyndhurst

This lovely two storey home is set on a fabulous 4000 sq m block and features established gardens, plenty of space and a modern and impeccable interior with amazing features including a huge games/recreation room, extra WC, attractive, modern kitchen/family room and tasteful palette throughout.

Address 24 Sale Street, Orange

52 Allambie Road Stuart Town FOR SALE $525,000 411 a b c a b c a b c

Fantastic 20 acres at Stuart Town

This spacious 4-bedroom country home, set back from any passing traffic, is the perfect blend of country living and convenience. With slate or hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, the home is both attractive and easy to maintain. The focal point of the home is the cozy fireplace in the living room, perfect for those chilly nights and for entertaining and relaxing with family and friends.

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Orange’s newest suburb to deliver affordable and tasteful diversity of housing

Orange City Council and NSW Government-owned developer Landcom have signed an agreement that will see a new suburb created on the eastern edge of Orange.

Located between Dairy Creek Road and the Mitchell Highway, the new 18.56-hectare development will yield between 200 and 230 lots, with 20-30 per cent to be affordable housing for low to moderate-income households.

Signing the Memorandum of Understanding at the site last Wednesday, Orange Mayor, Councillor Jason Hamling said this is a step towards delivering more affordable homes for people to come and live and work in Orange.

“It’s really important, you know, a lot of the councillors went to the last election mentioning housing affordability. Our community strategic plan; the number one thing that came back on that was housing affordability. So we’ve listened and we’re doing something about it,” Cr Hamling said.

“We want to work towards making sure Orange has a place for everyone to live irrespective of their income. Housing affordability is a complex issue that requires a multifaceted response. It can’t be solved overnight but we are on our way.”

Whether the affordable housing will be delivered as rental accommodation, housing to purchase or

a mix of both is yet to be determined.

Orange City Councilor General Manager David Waddell said the next step is for Council staff to work with Landcom to master plan and design the site.

“With Landcom, we’ll effectively design and build a suburb that will then have 20 to 30 per cent affordable housing within it… that will be available to a certain demographic, a certain income level of people coming to Orange or living in Orange,” Mr Wadell said.

“In terms of the city, what we like to see — this is an entrance site of the city, we would like to see a pretty tasteful looking suburb with a mixture of housing — We’ve done the same in Shiralee. We want to see small houses, big houses, perhaps a couple of unit developments, so that you don’t just end up with a monoculture of vanilla-looking houses.

“We’d like to think that families live here, old people live here, young people live here, et cetera, and Landcom’s pretty good at that.”

Under the agreement, Council provides the land while Landcom will finance the development, something Council would not be able to do alone, Mr Waddell said.

Landcom CEO Alexander Wendler added that this agreement is just the beginning of a longer-term relationship with Orange City Council.

“A broader partnership you know that is not only limited to this site. This is the first one which we will

‘ Walshville’ 2965 Mitchell Highway, Orange

First Class Finishing & Breeding Property

• Large-scale 422ha* (1,037ac*) Central Tablelands property, only 28km* Orange & 230km* Sydney

• Well improved with steel sheep & cattle yards, laneway system, s/shed & multiple water sources

• Highly improved pastures & excellent soil types

• 2 comfortable homes offering good accommodation

• Over 40 years of ownership by current owners with excellent management during this time

‘Whitney Green’ 432 Byng Road, Orange

High Quality Grazing Country

Auction Friday 24th March, 10:30am

Venue 152 William St, Bathurst

Ben Redfern 0457 770 062

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• 363.96ha* (899.36* acres) ideally located 23km* Orange & 240km* Sydney

• Subdivided into 22 main paddocks with excellent access & working infrastructure in place

• Running as a cow calf enterprise, carrying consistently 300 breeders

• Established pastures with a great fertiliser history. Substantial new fencing & recently installed reticulated watering system, with remote farmbot tank monitoring system

Auction Friday 24th March, 10:30am

Venue 152 William St, Bathurst

Ben Redfern 0457 770 062

Pat Bird 0438 361 109 eldersem.com.au * Approx.

do investigations on but we really want to expand it to other sites here in this LGA,” Mr Wendler said, adding that addressing housing shortages in the regions is one of the company’s priorities.

Since 1976 Landcom has delivered more than 100,000 homesites across 240 projects within NSW, he said. But they plan to deliver at least another 25,000 home sites by 2030 with 40 per cent of our portfolio in Regional NSW.

The next steps in the development will be to assess the site for access to water, sewer, power and other services, and then commence work on rezoning, Mr Waddell said, but it is anticipated that

the first sod could be turned as early as next year.

“Well, the MOU actually says we need to get stuck in pretty quickly,” Mr Wadell said. “It’s a very good site, this one. It’s got water and sewer services quite close by. It’s on two major roads. It’s flat, so it’s not really a constrained site. I think we can get into this very quickly.”

When pressed on what the new suburb would be named, Mr Waddell deferred the question to Mayor Hamling.

“I think we’re putting the cart before the horse here,” the Mayor said. “Let’s just get on with building it and then we’ll talk about names later on.”

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Formallounge/diningroomthatcanbeclosedoffandopenplancasualdiningfamilyroomall boastinganortherlyoutlook.Separateofficewithinternetconnectionpluschildren'srumpus room Allbedroomsarespaciouswithbuilt-ins,whilethemainbedroomhasawalk-inrobeandensuite. Well-designedthree-waybathroomfeaturingseparatebath,shower,separatevanity,and separatetoilet.Largelaundrywithgoodstorage,benchspaceandexternalaccess Thegarageisarealbonuswithplentyofspace,amezzaninelevelandaseparatetoiletandwash basinandhasundercoveraccesstothehouse.

Charming home in a highly sought after

OPEN HOUSE Saturday 11th 12.00pm - 12.30pm

17 Alkira Way, orange

UNIQUE SPACIOUS COTTAGE IN WESTLEA

This is a regretful sale for the owners of this lovely three bedroom cottage, they have put so much into the property and have plans drawn up for an extension and then had to move to another city. For sale is one of the original Westlea properties on a huge 904sqm (approx.) block of land, close to the town centre, Duntryleague and in the popular Orange High school zone.

• 3 Large bedrooms, large lounge/family room, dining room, raised deck at rear of house

• Ducted gas heating throughout, 6.25KW (16 Panels) solar panels, A/C split system

• New Colorbond gutters and fascia’s, major electrical and plumbing upgrade

• Landscaped gardens, dual access to the block, great for caravan or trailers

CONTACT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

NEW LISTING

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17 nile street, orange

2 coffee shops 500 metres away, only 1.5 kilometres from Orange CBD.

CONTACT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

$849,000

BE IMPRESSED, AS NEW FOUR BED

This lovely home will impress and would suit the first home buyer or a growing family.

• Master bedroom with en-suite and walk in robe

• Three other bedrooms all with built in robes

• Open plan family/kitchen/dining opening onto covered alfresco

• Modern kitchen with stone bench tops and soft close furniture

• Central bathroom with bath and shower, separate toilet

• Internal access from garage, ducted gas heating throughout and split A/C

22 Turquoise Way, orange $795,000 CONTACT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

42 Mt Canobolas Road, Canobolas

You must have an inspection of this amazing property to truly realise its beauty and potential. The current owners are in their retirement years and love the lifestyle, but it is time to move on.

Forty-Two Mount Canobolas Road consists of the proven performer “The Mountain Tea House” which has the runs on the board for its comfortable meals and drinks in a relaxed rural atmosphere.

The “Canobolas Mountain Cabins” are scattered amongst the beautiful eucalypts. The owners have been casually running these, and there is plenty of room for upside. The cabins consist of two pole cabins both with 2 bedrooms, and an amazing log cabin with

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everything you could possibly want and sleeps 13.

The main residence has copious amounts of space with views down through the valley towards Lake Canobolas, the residence has been built to exacting standards and is approximately 405sqm internally. This magnificent property and associated businesses would suit a family, visionary couple or couples and would also make a great retreat or wellbeing centre.

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Flexible Floorplan

Tucked away in a cul de sac in the popular Rosewood Estate, this home has a very flexible floorplan lending itself to many different living styles for the multi-generational family, for someone to work from home or to create a studio or workshop area.

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Contact: Adam Savage 0419 232 416

Price: $769,000- $789,000

Ticks the Boxes

For families seeking comfort and a convenient location, this property will certainly tick those boxes. The lounge room is bright and airy, and the well-equipped kitchen at the heart of the home. This is a perfect opportunity to secure an attractive and practical home you can be proud of.

Open Homes: Saturday 11 March 10.15-10.45

Contact: Chris Mason 0438 629 417

Price: $679,000

How Sweet It Is!

Here is a superb opportunity to own a home in one of Orange’s most lovely locations. Rosemary Lane has set its own benchmark for gorgeous and charming homes and this adorable double-brick home is neat as a pin. With its gorgeous decorative features there will be lots of interest.

Open Homes: Thurs 9 Mar 5.15-5.45 | Sat 11 Mar 9.30-10.00

Rosey Rosewood

Contact: Michael Wright 0421 360 948

In a great location in a quiet cul-de-sac is this lovely 3-bedroom home. The home is on a large block and has great side access to the back yard with room for a shed. If you’re looking for something to really add value to with a cosmetic renovation, then look no further!

Auction Price Guide: $560,000

Contact: Michael Wright 0421 360 948

Auction: Saturday, 11 March at 11am Duntryleague

4 SIMPSON CLOSE

23 PALING STREET

5 ROSEWOOD AVENUE

3 ROSEMARY LANE

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Simply Stunning

Renovated to perfection, this family home encompasses easy living and effortless functionality over two light filled levels and is simply stunning. The superb attention to detail runs right through the home. Once you see everything that’s on offer you will fall in love and never want to leave.

Open Homes: Saturday 11 March 12.30-1.00

Contact: Jacob Evans 0428 130 789

Price: CONTACT AGENT

Great Beginnings Start Here

This home has been loved and immaculately looked after and being situated close to Elephant Park, Calare Public School and Orange High School this well-built home may just be what your family is looking for. There are four bedrooms, north-facing lounge room, sunny kitchen and level and secure backyard.

Open Homes: Saturday 11 March 10.15-10.45

Contact: Michael Wright 0421 360 948

Price: $$699,000

Modern Country Family Home

This grand family home, with its inviting modern country feel, welcomes you the moment you drive up to it. Situated on a generous block, this home feels warm, welcoming and exactly what a home should feel like. Perfect for a large family or entertaining it really is something very special.

Viewing by appointment

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Contact: Jacob Evans 0428 130 789

Price: Contact Agent

This gorgeous home has it all, it’s been meticulously maintained and presents like new. You feel welcome instantly as you enter with the high ceilings, lovely neutral colour palette, spacious rooms and quality inclusions throughout setting the tone. Move in and put your feet up, there won’t be any work to do!

Viewing by appointment

Contact: Adam Savage 0419 232 416

Price: $1,150,000

17 RACECOURSE ROAD

53 SOUTH STREET, MOLONG

25 ROBINSON COURT

NOONAMEENA DRIVE

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Come and See it For Yourself

Located in one of Orange’s most popular areas, this huge house is all about the flexible space it offers. This home has character about it from its unique façade to the features included inside. This home is hard to put into words, you really must see it for yourself.

Open Homes: Saturday 11 March 11.45-12.15

6/63A CASEY STREET

Make This One Yours

Looking for a move-in ready property in a great location? Look no further than this beautifully renovated unit that is part of a small complex of only six units, with excellent proximity to TAFE, the DPI and town. Overall, it’s a must-see for anyone looking for a stylish and convenient home in a fantastic location.

March 9.30-10.00

Plenty of Potential

This traditional brick bungalow with many original features, including timber floors, fireplace, high ceilings and decorative cornices, offers plenty of potential to make a sweet and cosy home for someone. With some planning and hard work, it would be possible to achieve an appealing blend of new and old.

Large Family Home

Here’s the ideal family home with an abundance of space throughout including two living areas, large kitchen and some recent upgrades. There’s a lovely big pergola area to entertain and relax under whilst taking in views over the surrounding countryside. Bring the family and see it for yourself.

Could this be your Dream Home?

This spacious family home is perfect for the buyer looking for a low maintenance lifestyle in an attractive area close to the gorgeous Botanic Gardens and North Orange Shopping Centre. This property has so much to offer and really could be your new dream home.

Located in the very popular Calare area this home has fantastic views looking back over Orange and the district. There are 2 large living areas, dining room, spacious kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and the handy location makes walking to school a breeze.

Perfect Parnoo

Here is an opportunity to buy a home that is a little bit French Provincial, a little bit Hamptons and whole lot of WOW. 6 Parnoo Place is framed by beautiful, colourful gardens that are manicured and landscaped and nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Orange’s most sought-after locations.

Rural Life Within Your Reach

Properties like this 100 acre parcel of land don’t often come along. This property with its usable arable land, Molong Creek frontage, classic farmhouse with verandah plus plenty of additional infrastructure offers an enticing combination of lifestyle and small scale farming.

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Grand Design, Grand Proportions

This impressive home is set on 2621m2 of beautifully private manicured grounds with outstanding district views. For those luxurious lifestyle lovers searching for a relaxing retreat, this beautifully maintained home, in the premier Wentworth Estate, might just be it. If you’ve been looking for a really special home the wait is over.

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Snap this Up!

This neatly packaged house is sure to delight the first time buyer, downsizer or investors alike. It is packed full of features for its size and being set in a great school zone in a sought after area you really can’t go wrong with a property like this.

Feels Like Home

This beautiful home is a total dream package. Fully and tastefully renovated from top to bottom, inside and out you can move in with nothing to do but enjoy the luxury on offer. You will love the sense of space and high end finishes and features and it will truly feel like home.

All Renovated & Ready

Renovated and ready to live in, the work has all been done with a lovely new kitchen and tastefully renovated bathrooms. Located in the Calare area within a few minutes’ walk to nearby schools - this home is the perfect property for a young family to move straight in and enjoy.

Pretty as a Picture

Here is a family- friendly home ready to move into. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac close to North Orange Shopping Centre, there is very little to do but move in. Behind its lovely façade is a newly renovated ensuite, brand new flooring and huge alfresco area. Inspections are easily arranged.

Delightful Renovation

The property has been completely and delightfully renovated from front to back, inside and out, including an on-trend kitchen flowing to an open plan dining and snug area with French double doors plus a spacious and luxurious bathroom. This gorgeous home is ready right now for you to move into.

Dream

Nestled in one of Orange’s most desired cul-de-sacs, this lovely home has been recently updated and is surrounded by established gardens. The landscaping, courtyards, gardens and attractive home with flexible floorplan combined with wonderful lifestyle on offer make this a dream home come true.

A Lovely Start for your Family

Conveniently located within easy walking distance to parks and nearby schools, this spacious four-bedroom, two bathroom, two living area home is perfect for the growing family, or a good addition to your investment portfolio. Well-maintained, the property is a credit to its owner.

‘Willow Park’ under the hammer for first time in more than a century

Privately located in the highly sought-after Errowanbang/ Carcoar district, the 458-hectare (1131-acre) ‘Willow Park’ is sure to draw interest when it goes to auction on Saturday, March 18.

Considered to be one of the most reliable rainfall areas in NSW, the property boasts excellent water security with 23 dams, three springfed permanent and semipermanent creeks, and solar equipped bore with water reticulated throughout the

property for stock, plus another diesel pump on a large dam.

With red basalt and grey loam soils and established pastures of phalaris, cocksfoot, ryegrass and clover, the current owner estimates the carrying capacity at 250 cows or equivalent.

“It’s a pretty nice place; not a lot of country comes on the market down there,” selling agent Brian Cullinane of AWN Orange said.

“It’s been held in that family for, I think about 120 years… It just shows you what good country and what a good place it is, over generations it has stood the test of time.”

Around 50-60 per cent of the land is

arable, Brian said, and there are good stands of yellow box, some white box and apple and gum, plus lots of native species throughout.

‘Willow Park’ is subdivided into 27 paddocks with secure stock-proof fencing and includes an immaculately presented two to three stand shearing shed, numerous storage sheds, two large hay sheds, steel cattle yards, sheep yards and three silos.

There is also a comfortable four-bedroom, two-bathroom home with spacious living areas, an attractive low-maintenance garden and established orchard.

“It’s a very attractive bit of country… and interesting country, in as much as there’s high country and lower country,” Brian said.

“It’s well-treed. It’s got nice plantations on it, which are done very well. The fences are good. Water is particularly good. There’s a very comfortable home and very, very good and very up-to-date woolshed and its location 18 kilometres to the Carcoar Sale yards is something worthy of note.”

‘Willow Park’ is located at 1324 Errowanbang Road, Errowanbang NSW 2791. The property is set to go to auction at 11am Saturday, March 18 at Quest Orange, located on the corner of Kite Street and McNamara Lane.

For more information contact selling agents Brian Cullinane on 0418637338, or Lindsay Fryer on 0428104132.

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99 BATHURST ROAD, ORANGE

A BETTER LIFESTYLE AWAITS YOU HERE IN THIS NEW GATED COMPLEX

FOR SALE 16 FOX AVENUE, ORANGE RIGHT ACROSS FROM THE SCHOOL

A fantastic family location in a small, quiet and leafy street around a one minute walk to Bletchington School’s main gate.

With 3 bedrooms, this home is well presented both inside and outside with the living areas featuring a separate loungeroom with gas heating, a bright and an airy family room with wall to wall built in storage and reverse cycle air-conditioning.

Other features include a double garage and workshop, garden shed and a rainwater tank. $590,000

FOR SALE

988 CARGO ROAD, LIDSTER

1 ACRE HIGH ON LIDSTER HILL … JUST STUNNING

Boasting a spacious modern 4 bedroom brick veneer home with new carpets and painting right through. The high ceilings throughout enhance the large formal lounge room & dining room areas as well as the huge open plan tiled family room & kitchen area that’s airy and full of natural light.

A new development consisting of two and three bedroom villa units and town houses. Designed for your security and peace of mind. A heated indoor communal swimming pool for your enjoyment.

Other features include an ensuite to the main bedroom, central reverse cycle air conditioning and double garage. Perfectly set on a beautiful 4,046 sq. metre block that has uninterrupted views to the western horizon in the prized Nashdale /Lidster area. $1,000,000

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Ideally located at the base of Mt Canobolas, the Orange region’s most popular tourist attraction, is the Mountain Tea House and it’s ready and all set up for a new Tenant to start trading.Included with the premises is the outdoor dining area , carpark and all the fixtures, fittings and equipment required to run a successful café business.

Here is your opportunity to become a part of our regions booming food industry.

RENT: $30,000 PA + GST

A popular precinct on Summer Street surrounded by a variety of businesses and a new hotel complex to commence construction soon nearby.

The main area downstairs is complimented by further space on the first floor.

Rear laneway access for secure on-site parking for staff. Total floor area (ground floor & first floor) approx. 200 m2.

RENT: $57,500 P.A. + GST & OUTGOINGS

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.

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

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR PROPERTY

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AUCTION

Magnificent Views, High Productivity and Natural Beauty

'Xanadu' 1837 Cargo Road, Orange NSW 2800

41.7 hectares; approx. 103 acres

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, all with beautiful vistas and built in robes, master with an ensuite. Heating for those colder nights, with two woodfire slow combustion heaters, two split system air conditioners and ample fire wood.

Various living zones, including a multi-purpose room, ideal for a music room/study, perfect for the whole family.

Heated indoor ground pool with spa.

Double Brick Garage and Carport.

Large machinery shed with a stable area.

Four shelter sheds, currently being used as fodder storage. Cattle yards with a crush and loading ramp, horse washing bay.

PROUDLY RAY WHITE

Friday, 31 March From 10:30am

Quest Apartments 132 Kite St Orange NSW 2800

Auction Kurt Adams

0428 747 050

Stephen Townsend

0427 631 957

Ray White Townsend Real Estate

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SALE

20 Sullivan Circuit, Orange

This stunning modern house boasts clean lines and sleek design, offering open plan living that is both comfortable and stylish. The main living area features a spacious living room, dining area, and kitchen, all seamlessly connected to create a perfect space for entertaining guests or simply relaxing with family. The kitchen is complete with gas cooktop, pantry, and an island bench.

58 Graham Road, Blayney

Characterised by a grand aesthetic and captivation, this magnificent four-bedroom home is in a league of its own with sweeping views of the picturesque rural landscapes and established gardens. Set on just over five acres in one of Blayney's best lifestyle estates, this immaculate near new property radiates elegant charm that cannot be ignored.

$1,600,000

$650,000

By Appointment

Sale Open Emma Chapman 0423 658 101

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8 Linden Avenue, Orange

Poised within an established street in prized position, this elegant home presents an exciting opportunity to reside in a fantastic location that does not come around often. In a superb setting right near Duntryleague Golf Club, this home is enviably situated amid lush trees with a picturesque frontage making a truly ever lasting impression.

$1,370,000 - $1,500,000

By Appointment

Sale Open Emma Chapman 0423 658 101

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By Appointment

Sale Open Emma Chapman 0423 658 101

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7A Streatfeild Close, Blayney

This wonderful home features a modern kitchen complete with dishwasher and gas cook top, open plan living and dining, and ducted heating and cooling for comfort all year round. Comprising of three bedrooms, main with walk in wardrobe and ensuite, other rooms contain built-in wardrobes, additional lounge room, and off-street parking with a double lock up garage.

$580.00 per week

Lease Open Sally Ryan 0499 234 807 By Appointment

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SALE

53 Torulosa Way, Orange

Perfectly presented and well maintained, this neat as a pin three bedroom home is just the fit for those starting out, as well as investors looking to get into the market. It features a comfortable lounge and dining area and has been freshly painted throughout. The house is cooled and heated by a split system. All three bedrooms are a good size, the main bathroom has been updated and is in great condition.

The backyard is large and ready for you to add your own touches and the driveway is shaded by a lovely tree to keep the car cool.

SALE

10/16 Warrendine Street, Orange

This fabulous unit is situated in one of Orange's best locations on leafy Warrendine Street, just across the road from the lovely walking paths in Moulder Park. The CBD is just a short stroll away and the unit is at the back of the complex, meaning it is private and whisper quiet.

The property has undergone a full renovation to the highest specs, with new flooring, lighting, paint and a fabulous kitchen and bathroom.

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$450,000 - $475,000

By Appointment

Sale Open Nora McNamara 0431 320 230

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Rural

SALE

The most beautiful block you'll ever find!

'Top Oaks', Stapletons Road, Boomey

Just over 185 Acres of flood free country with some amazing homesites offering views over the district and up to Mount Canobolas, "Top Oaks", is the real deal.

All heavy Basalt soils and sub-divided into four paddocks with a solar powered bore down 60 Meters tested at 1400 gallons per hour (6300ltrs/hr with a Standing Water Level of 8 metres) pumping to a 5,00 0 Gallon Poly tank via 2" Poly Pipe that in-turn reticulates to 4 concrete troughs plus one big dam, "Top Oaks" is ready to start earning the new owner an income.

$1,250,000

By Appointment

Sale Open Stephen Townsend 0427 631 957

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By Appointment

Sale Open Nora McNamara 0431 320 230

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Rural

SALE

"A Little Gem"

2020 Davys Plains Road, Cargo

With just over an acre of land fronting the Davys Plains and right on the edge of Cargo this 4,387 square metre block is fully fenced and has town water & electricity nearby and available. With a gentle slope to the East this block embraces the early morning sun and turns it back on the hot summer afternoon sun. With plenty of space to build your forever home plus sheds & gardens, all a good invigorating walk to the Cargo community store, Cargo Inn, the kids can even ride their bikes to Cargo Public School.

$325,000

Sale Open Stephen Townsend 0427 631 957 By Appointment

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AUCTION

The Perfect Family Haven

Large approx. 3000sqm block of land with plenty of space for outdoor activities and gardening

Spacious 4-bedroom house with multiple living areas & ample natural light

Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop, and ample storage space

Three modern bathrooms, including a main bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub, and an ensuite in the master bedroom

Built-in wardrobes in all bedrooms, providing ample storage space.

Ducted air conditioning throughout the house for year-round comfort

Ducted vacuum system throughout.

PROUDLY RAY WHITE

Friday, 31 March From 10:30am

Quest Apartments 132 Kite St Orange NSW 2800

Auction Kurt Adams

0428 747 050

James Taylor

0457 792 800

Ray White Townsend Real Estate

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56 Centennial Crescent, Orange

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ORANGE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

The group’s first meeting for 2023 was in the form of an afternoon tea at Eat Botanic. The meeting was completely informal, so that all the members present could have an open discussion on the future direction of the group in 2023.

Many ideas were presented and discussed. The final format will be finalised at our March meeting. The one item we agreed upon was that the group organise a meeting of all groups, associations or persons that are assisting people who are or have been a ected by cancer meet to let other groups know of their objectives, activities and assistance that they may require.

Our group will contact groups that we have knowledge of, but we ask any group that would like to attend the meeting to contact Charlie on 63611830 or charles.yvonne@bigpond.com. Working together we may be able to achieve more for our members.

At present we are looking at a meeting late April/ May, suggestions on time (day or evening) would be appreciated.

The group’s next meeting will be Tuesday, March 21, At Café Connect, 107 Prince Street Orange at 6pm.

THE robus NOTES with Keith

Rawsthorne

The highlight of our February meeting was guest speaker, Ray Fowler’s talk on the life and engineering feats of Dr Ferdinand Porsche. Ray is a Mechanical Engineer by profession and is passionate about Porsche cars and managed to obtain one in his retirement, only to have it stolen.

Dr Porsche was an Austrian Automotive engineer, whose first car produced in the 1800s was an electric vehicle. The batteries didn’t last long, so he fitted a petrol motor to drive a generator to power the car. Sounds like a modern hybrid.

Porsche also built a 16-cylinder motor which proved a great winner on the race track. He then moved to Volkswagen and became General Manager.

Guest speaker at our March 1 meeting was Raymond Haynes who spoke on his career in AstroPhysics.

Our Tour Director has returned and is in good health, so get organised for a trip to Bathurst (Railway Museum), Stuart Town for lunch, and a tour of the RFDS in Dubbo.

New committee for Orange Evening VIEW Club

The Orange Evening VIEW Club elected their new committee for 2023 at an AGM held on Thursday, February 23 in the Green Room of the Orange Ex-Services’ Club.

The new committee is pictured above: (from left to right) Janelle Gibson, Louise Eggleston, Yvonne Walker (President), Anne-Marie Davis, Michelle Dunkley-Hinchcli e, Rohanne Tiefel, Julianne Grant, Liz Saunders, Janelle Gibson and Michelle Holland. (Absent: Wendy Reddan).

Please congratulate our new committee and come to our next dinner meeting on Thursday, March 30. If you’re interested in joining us, please contact Michelle Holland on 0401 693 297 to arrange a seat at our tables.

VIEW, which stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women, is a network of close to 300 clubs and over 14,000 women throughout Australia. It provides a place for women to connect in the community, enjoy social activities, and develop lasting friendships - all while supporting the work of children’s education charity, The Smith Family.

Launch of monthly Men’s Breakfast at Agrestic Grocer

The first event is to be held on Saturday, March 18 from 7amuntil 8.20am. The cost will be $20 per head. Pay at the door with cash or card.

The Saturday morning breakfast will become a monthly event enabling men to connect around some fun, fellowship and sharing of life and faith, over a tasty breakfast, and in a wonderful setting.

To launch this event: Guest Speaker will be Gerald Power, Deputy Mayor of Orange. RSVP by phone or SMS with your name and any other you may want to come along with, by Wednesday, March 15, 5pm (for catering purposes) to: Mike Seccombe Mobile 0439 568 508 or Mal Rankin Mb. 0427 200 453 Inform us of any dietary requirements.

~ Orange City Christian Men’s Breakfast

Quick Crossword Quiz

1 An acre is how many square metres: 4047, 4247 or 4447?

2 Video game storefront Steam is owned by what company?

3 The ‘evil Santa’ Krampus has the horns of what animal?

4 What is the title of Susanna Clarke’s 2020 fantasy novel?

5 What is the heaviest organ in the human body?

6 The world’s oldest tree, a bristlecone pine, is located in which US state?

7 The condor is the common name for which two species of bird?

8 Which of the following authors does not have a Nobel Prize: Alice Munro, Peter Carey, Albert Camus or Gabriel García Márquez?

9 Justice Smith and Herizen F. Guardiola (pictured) starred in which musical drama Netflix series?

10 Which former Hawthorn player has the most AFL Premierships?

Wordfind

CAMEMBERT

Theme: Cheese

The leftover letters will spell out a secret message.

Sudoku No. 074

Fill in the blank cells using the numbers from 1 to 9. Each number can only appear once in each row, column and 3x3 block

2 837 93 57

84 92 925 72 54

64 71 938 2

Insert the missing letters to make 10 words – five reading across the grid and five reading down.

Crossmath

Insert each number from 1 to 9 in the shaded squares to solve all the horizontal and vertical equations.

and division are performed before addition and subtraction.

No. 074

No. 074 Edgeword

Place each of the tiles of letters into the blank jigsaw below to create four six-letter words going across and down.

Drop Down

No. 074

Starting with the seven-letter word, drop a letter and form a six-letter word. Continue in this manner until you reach the single letter at the bottom. You can rearrange the letters in each step, if necessary.

9-Letter

No. 074

NG RV

DI EI LL SU

EN EY

There may be more than one possible answer.

There may be more than one possible answer.

Today’s Focus:

16 words: Good

24 words: Very good

33 words: Excellent

A ML D I

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”. T T

E U

Reference: Macquarie Dictionary

Congratulations to last week’s winners

Volunteer of the month

Michelle Bourke

Loony Lotto - Andrew Livermore

Call into the OCLife o ce to collect your prize

Volunteer of the Month

We have a $100 gift voucher to give away each month from Ashcroft’s Supa IGA and their charity Let’s Make Better.

To enter, simply nominate a person you deem worthy of the award, along with details of their good deed, and they will be in the running to be rewarded with a $100 gift voucher from IGA. Send their contact details to the address below, or email us on reception@oclife.com.au “subject line - Volunteer of the Month”.

Find Pinny

LIFEandTIMES with ANGUS GIBB

Pinny is taking a break, watch this space...

We have a voucher for Orange Tenpin Bowl valued at $60 to give away each week, so the family can go bowling!

Each week we’ll hide a small version of “Pinny” (pictured) somewhere in OCLife. It could be anywhere. To enter, simply find him, write your name and phone number on the back of an envelope, along with the page number you found him on, and send in...

Looney Lotto

Win a voucher for Co ee and Cake at Coco’s valued at $20, treat yourself or a friend today.

TO WIN: If you have a personal or business phone number with these 4 numbers appearing in any order within it, put in an entry and we’ll draw a winner from among all correct entries each week.

This Friday, March 10, we celebrate one of the more obscure days in the international calendar. This Friday will be International Bagpipe Day. The bagpipes are the avocado of the musical world. You either love them or you hate them. As a redhead with proud Scottish heritage, I must confess that I love the sound of the pipes. There is something about this instrument that warms my heart in strange ways. I know, however, that it is not a love shared by all. I have only tried to play the bagpipes once and I probably won’t ever again! As a string player, I struggle to navigate any instrument that requires me to blow into it. But I do enjoy listening to them. I have many fond memories of the bagpipes that have intersected with key memories in my life. When we were on a family holiday in Scotland as a child, we saw a piper standing alone on a hill, and the sound of the pipes carried out across the moor. A friend played their bagpipes from the summit of a mountain that we had just climbed as a group of university students. When my old pastor, who had a big influence in my life as a young man, retired from his ministry at our church in Tasmania, he was piped out as he left the church. My sisterin-law played her bagpipes out in the fields as the sun was setting at our wedding. Yet despite my love of the bagpipes, there are moments

when it is not quite as appreciated as it could be. This is mostly when they are not being played the way they should be. But just because they are not being played the way they should be, does not mean that they are bad in and of themselves. I have heard someone once talk about the Christian faith in this way, using the image of an instrument not being played the way it should be and saying that Christians too, sometimes play the tune of Jesus beautifully, and sometimes very poorly. But this does not mean that the instrument itself is bad. And what is the tune? Jesus called his followers to a radical ethic of love. He said in Matthew 22:37-38: “And he said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbour as yourself’.” This is what a Christian is called to do. Sadly though, like the bagpipes being played poorly, followers of Jesus haven’t done this well. But when these words of Jesus are being lived out properly, it is truly beautiful and is like sweet music that stirs your very soul. It shows you how life is meant to be. So if you happen to hear the sound of bagpipes this Friday on the 10th of March, rather than stopping your ears, listen to the music and maybe think about the tune of Jesus.

Fond Memories

Thomsons Garden Centre

WOULD SUIT GAP YEAR STUDENTS

WE ARE HIRING

We are currently seeking reliable and dedicated individuals to join our team at Manildra Flour Mill, in Regional NSW (Central West).

We have multiple positions throughout all parts of the business.

THE JOB:

Full-time permanent rotating 12 hour shift position with a current starting rate of $29.95. Shift allowance is payable in addition to the hourly rate, as well as the possibility of overtime for those interested.

ABOUT YOU:

• Forklift licence or willingness to obtain

• Be able to work 12 hour shifts, with a rotating roster, including weekends for some positions

• Work well in a team with effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient safety record

• Demonstrate organisational skills to meet strict deadlines.

21.8.1961 – 10.3.2003

20 years have gone by, since you were taken. While those who we love go out of sight, they are never out of mind. They are cherished in the hearts, of those they leave behind.

Loving and kind in all his ways. Upright and just in all his days.

Sincere and true in heart and mind. Beautiful memories he left behind. Always loved and never forgotten.

Mum and Dad

21.8.1961 – 10.3.2003

20 years have passed since you were suddenly taken from us.

The gaping hole your absence left in our lives has never closed. We miss you more with each passing year.

We miss your love, your strength, your unwavering support and your laughter. Your untimely death was so unfair and so pointless. You had so much more life to live and so much more to give.

In the last 20 years you would have seen your children grow, marry and have children of their own. So much was taken from you. And so much was taken from those who loved you, because you are no longer in our lives to share. But you are always in our thoughts and remain deep in our hearts.

Loved and remembered always. Your sister, Vicki.

Manildra Group conducts pre-employment screening as part of the recruitment process, including police, working rights in Australia and medical assessment to ensure candidates are suitable for the role.

Applications can be made direct via email to the Human Resources Officer at tracey.gough@manildra.com.au with the position title as the reference. Please note only applicants who progress to interview will be contacted.

17 to 19 year olds in gap year required for casual positions in a garden related retail outlet. Applicants will need to be reliable and have good communication skills. Business operates seven days and hours are rostered and flexible. The work will include maintaining shop displays, sales and unpacking stock. Some heavy lifting is involved so the applicant needs to be fit and strong and have the ability to follow correct lifting procedures.

Resumes to be emailed to: sales@greenwest.net.au

garage sale

Saturday 11 March 8am - 3pm

4 Onyx Place

Huge variety, Mowers and Whipper Snippers, TV, Cabinet, Ladies Bike, Computer items Household items, Sofa Lounge/Bed and lots more!

for sale

CONTRACT CLEANER required

for FoodCare/Netwaste Orange

Please contact info@foodcareorange.org.au

for position details

NEW AGE CARAVAN 18FT 2016 BUILD

Queen Bed, Shower, Toilet Phone 0427 894 581

Stephen Gregory Eslick

Stephen Gregory Eslick

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Mar 9: John Doyle aka Rampaging Roy Slaven, 70.

Juliette Binoche French actress, 59. Tony Lockett, AFL great, 57. Emmanuel Lewis, played TV’s Webster, 52.

Danny Green, professional boxer, 50. Lucas Neill, soccer player, 45. Matt Bowen footy player, 41.

Mar 10: Chuck Norris, US martial arts man/actor, 83.

Sharon Stone US actress, 65. Prince Edward, royal, 59. Timbaland, US rapper, 52. Eva Herzigova Czech model, 50. Carrie Underwood US country singer, 40. Olivia Wilde, US actress, 39. Emeli Sande British singer, 36.

Mar 11: Geo rey Blainey historian, 93. Rupert Murdoch media magnate, 92. Geo Hunt, squash champion, 76. Sam Kekovich former Australian rules football player/Lambassador, 73. Jerry Zucker, US

filmmaker, 73. Bobby McFerrin, US singer, 73. Lisa

Loeb, US singer, 55. Simone Buchanan, Debbie on Hey

Dad!, 55. Adam Bandt, Greens politician, 51. Joel and Benji Madden, musical brothers, 44.

Nikolai Topor-Stanley soccer player, 38.

Mar 12: Barbara Feldon

Agent 99 on TV’s Get Smart, 90. Philip Ruddock , politician, 80. Johnny Young hosted TV’s Young Talent

Time, 78. Liza Minnelli, US actress/singer, 77. Aaron Eckhart

US actor, 55. Steve Price, league star, 49.

George Negus

Mar 13: Neil Sedaka, US singer, 84. George Negus, journalist, 81. Joe Bugner, boxing champion, 73. William H

Macy US actor, 73. Dana Delany, US actress, 67. Adam Clayton, Irish musician of U2, 63. Candice Warner, ironwoman and surf life saver, 38. Emile Hirsch US actor, 38. Aaron Woods, footy player, 32. Lucy Fry, actress, 31.

Mar 14: Michael Caine, English actor, 90. Billy Crystal

US actor-comedian, 76. Prince Albert of Monaco royal, 65. Bruce Reid, test cricketer, 60. Tara Brown, TV journo, 55. Lochie Daddo, TV presenter, 53. Jamie Bell British actor, 37.

Mar 15: Mike Love, The Beach Boys, 82. Ry Cooder, US guitarist, 76. Ann Sanders Channel 7 TV journalist, 63. Fabio, Italian model, 62. Terence Trent D’Arby British singer, 61. Lester Ellis, boxer, 58. Christine Anu, singer, 53. Penny Lancaster, English model, 52. Eva Longoria US actress, 48. will.i.am, US singer, 48. Ben Hilfenhaus cricketer, 40. Jai Courtney, actor, 37.

CROSS purposes

DAY OF DAYS

With Marion Haydon

I well remember the day my family left the land of my birth and headed to Australia over 60 years ago. We became Australian citizens almost straight away. However, a more important day for me is when I became a citizen of heaven in my youth. We’ve not long celebrated another Australia Day and many people were out and about celebrating what it is to be Australian. We do have much to be thankful for, unlike many other countries. For us living in the present, we do not have control over the past (good or bad) but we can move forward to make it a better place if we hold on to the truths of God’s Word, which we have ready access to.

The Bible speaks of the ‘Day of the Lord’ which is to come, although we don’t know when it will be, but we can prepare well for this future event, in the present because today is the day of salvation. Personally, we can know God’s forgiveness for the past as we put our faith and trust in Him. As we do that we can look forward to this COMING DAY (2 Peter 3:10-13) and celebrate God’s goodness every day.

“Where our customers are the heart of the community”

THUMBS UP to the driver of the green bin rubbish collection. Great job!

THUMBS UP to Australia Post delivery driver Alex for always being so cheerful and polite as he delivers the packages.

THUMBS DOWN to the local swimming pool for the poor maintenance on their indoor disabled bathroom chair that has been out of order for over a month, preventing a wheelchair patron from being able to do their daily swim. It would be greatly appreciated if they made this a priority in being rectified!

A BIG THUMBS UP and ‘thanks’ to Sam at My Tech Mate for setting up a new phone for a Senior person. He even messaged a family member for me with the relevant information for them to contact the phone provider. Great friendly, helpful customer service — thoroughly recommend this business.

THUMBS UP to Luke Steele and the team at Ross Hill Wines. The first time I visited Orange we went to the winery and had such an amazing tasting! The team treated us like VIPs, we got a tour around the winery, had an amazing tasting, and even got a history lesson with the Pistol Packin Mama wine. Will definitely be visiting the winery again!

THUMBS UP to Janelle from Hair on Matthews for her kindness and for being the best hairdresser ever!

THUMBS DOWN Another fool of a driver on our local roads. Obviously having no respect for our hometown roads and the main street of our beautiful town.

A HUGE THUMBS UP to Rachel and all the dialysis nurses at Orange Base Hospital. They are so kind and caring, and Paul the tea man makes the best cuppas.

TIME WARP with

ORANGE AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Keeping an eye on rainfall

Orange Post O ce has always been much more than a place to buy stamps. Back in 1957 it was where the city’s rainfall was measured, at 3pm each day. This week’s photo shows deputy postmaster John Fogarty measuring the rainfall with the city’s o cial gauge on 30 December. The gauge recorded 96 points of rain during the previous 24 hours. Rainfall is now measured at Orange Airport.

Photo courtesy CWD Negative Collection, Orange and District Historical Society.

The society holds a working day at Heritage Cottage (148 March Street) each Wednesday from 1 February from 10.30am to 4pm (with a lunch break from 1 –1.30pm). Members are available to answer inquiries at this time.

THUMBS UP to Coles for the best hot cross buns in town!

THUMBS UP to the organisers of the Orange Fun Fair, which was held at the Orange Showground. As a nearby resident, it was great to hear the children laughing and having fun on the rides, and fireworks were absolutely fantastic. Thank you.

THUMBS DOWN to all the people who continue to put bulky waste out after the cut-o dates. Take it back o the footpath. Break it up in the bin or make other arrangements. It makes Orange look like a slum!

THUMBS DOWN to the person who stole my friend’s miniature rose bush that was in a pot while she was in hospital after having a stroke.

THUMBS UP to the guttering man, Brett, who erected a new downpipe for me. A terrific job. Thank you.

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