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Here is another edition of Orange City Life for your reading enjoyment and, somehow, almost another month over for the year, which seems to be rapidly coming to a close. I have a sister-in-law who is particularly fond of the festive season, and she has already begun her yearly tradition of letting us know how many days there are until Christmas (92, as I write this on Tuesday). I’ve even seen Christmas decorations popping up on shop shelves!
The winter sports season has all wrapped up for another year, with the soccer and netball grand finals on Saturday. Attending the Orange Ex-Services’ Club junior soccer presentation on Sunday, I was again reminded of just how many people are involved in making all these various sports happen. From the committee and club members to the coaches and referees who all volunteer their time, it’s an amazing effort. A big thank you and Thumbs Up from OC Life to everyone involved.
Dubbo’s Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed the pitter-patter of little hooves with endangered Southern Black Rhinoceros Mesi giving birth to healthy male calf. To celebrate the new arrival, the zoo has given us two family passes (two adults and two children) to give away to two lucky readers. See page 4 for details on how to enter.
Until next week!
ubbo’s Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed the pitter-patter of little hooves in recent weeks, and more new arrivals are on the way!
Southern black rhinoceros Mesi gave birth to a healthy male calf late on Saturday, 24 August. Keepers had been monitoring the mum-to-be closely in the lead-up to the delivery.
“Mesi gave birth overnight in a behind-the-scenes breeding area within our black rhinoceros complex,” Black Rhino Keeper Grace Humphery said.
“Being a first-time mum, Mesi took a little bit of time to bond with her calf following his birth. She is a very cautious black rhino and this was evident in how she approached the calf following delivery. However, within 24 hours she had moved into mum mode, which was great to see.”
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Mesi and her newborn calf are doing well and are now absolutely inseparable, Grace said.
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“Mesi has really stepped into her role as mum,” she said. “She is super protective of her calf, he is feeding
well, and hitting all of his key milestones for his first few weeks.”
“To see them together is just beautiful. He is a very brave and curious calf. Having another black rhino on the ground is so special. He will be an important part of our conservation program and an amazing little ambassador for his species.”
Mesi and her yet-to-be-named calf will remain behind the scenes to bond together over the coming months. This also allows the zoo’s black rhino keepers to build rapport with the calf, which will be vital for his ongoing health and well-being. Adult male black rhinos can grow to 1.7 metres tall and over 1300 kilograms, meaning cooperative care is crucial.
While the public will have to wait a little longer to meet Mesi’s calf, Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed three new giraffe calves this year, and two more are expected in the next month. A number of the addax (also known as the white antelope) are due to give birth any day.
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But the big news in recent weeks has been the confirmation of the pregnancy of 18-year-old Asian elephant Anjalee. Given Asian elephants are endangered in the wild, every pregnancy is crucial. Anjalee is expected to deliver her calf at the end of 2025.
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TICKET GIVEAWAY
To celebrate the new arrivals at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Orange City Life has tickets to give away!
Two lucky readers will each win a family pass (two adults and two children) to Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. The tickets are valid for two days after entry, so you will have plenty of time to see all the zoo has to offer. To enter, simply scan the QR code and enter your name and contact details. Or you can email them to reception@oclife.com.au, or drop them into the office by 12 noon on Monday, September 30. The two lucky winners will be notified by phone. Good luck!
Taronga Western Plains Zoo is open 8.30am-4pm daily, with tickets valid for two consecutive days. For more information about planning a visit to Taronga Western Plains Zoo or to purchase tickets online, visit www.taronga.org.au/dubbo-zoo.
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Orange hosts national CrossFit Masters tournament in October
Hundreds of fitness enthusiasts from across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Europe are expected in Orange next month as the Colour City hosts the 2024 CrossFit Masters League Games in October.
CrossFit is a popular training methodology that uses a variety of functional movements, weight training and high-intensity aerobic exercises to improve overall fitness.
About 500 competitors will take part in this year’s CrossFit Masters League Games, which will see athletes aged 35 to 70 compete in gruelling workouts that test their strength, endurance, agility and mental fortitude.
Held over three days at the Orange Showground, October 18-20, it will be the first time a Masters League event has been held in NSW, and it is expected to
bring an estimated 1200 people to town.
Orange Mayor Cr Jason Hamling is looking forward to welcoming the CrossFit competitors to Orange.
“It’s fantastic to see yet another major sporting event coming to Orange for the first time,” Cr Hamling said.
“October will see Orange’s climate at its best and I’m sure the competitors from all over Australia will have a ball. It will be great for local fitness enthusiasts to see Australia’s best first-hand.”
Director of Masters League Games
Joe Riego says the event will be a great opportunity for Orange to see the best of the sport from across Australia.
“We’re excited to be bringing the CrossFit Masters event to New South Wales for the first time and we’re thrilled to be coming to Orange,” Mr Riego said.
“We were in New Zealand last year and thought that would be hard to beat. But Orange has a brilliant reputation for the beauty of its scenery and the quality of its food and wines. I know our participants are going to love being there.”
CrossFit is about building your physical capabilities in as many different areas as possible, explains local Crossfit coach and owner of Red City Gym, Lachlan Learg.
“We want you to be able to lift heavy, but we also want you to be able to run. We want you to be able to climb a rope, but also be able to swim and do a mixture of all those things together. So for most people, it is a way you can actually be as fit for life as possible,” Mr Learg said.
And fit for life regardless of age, he added, as will be on display at the Masters League Games.
“What we have seen over the years, and the Masters’ comps are a great exhibition of that, is a whole lot of people tap into a level of fitness in later life that they probably didn’t think was possible 15 or certainly 20 years ago,” Mr Learg said.
“We are seeing people maintain their level of fitness through their forties, well into their sixties and beyond. Or people start in later life and very much reverse age.
“Both of my parents do CrossFit and are in their 70s. Many of our members are in their 60s and 70s and don’t often start until that stage of life and are pretty surprised at the changes that it can make.”
“We like to say that CrossFit isn’t for everyone – and if you’ve found something you enjoy as your form of fitness, brilliant – but it is for anyone.”
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OUT OF THE GARAGE AND SCHOOL HALL: boxing and martial arts school have a new joint home
Two stalwarts of the local combat sports scene have partnered to launch a new combined training facility in Orange.
Earlier this month, Littlefield’s Boxing and long-running local Tae Kwon Do school, Advanced World Martial Arts, opened the doors of their new joint training facility in the former F45 gym at 66 Peisley Street.
Advanced World Martial Arts was founded in Orange in the early 90s but until now has never really had a place to call its own, said head instructor Lee Bargwanna.
“We’ve been sort of passed around between every school hall… at some point, someone will say, ‘Get out. We want to use it for another thing.’ And we’d have to find a new place,” Lee said.
“So it feels great! It changes everything. Having a dedicated place to be able to do everything gives a good feel to the students, and as an instructor, I’ve got so many assets and resources to work with and not feel like we’re interloping on someone else’s space.”
It was Lee, who approached Jack Littlefield with the idea of finding a location together. “Jack’s always been running out of the garage and we thought, well, we’ve both got a decent student base. We’ve both got quite a lot of knowledge. Do you want to have a go and make it work?” Lee said.
Jack Littlefield had already been working with Lee’s students, helping with punching technique. Lee said that sharing of knowledge is sure to be beneficial for all their students.
“Tae Kwon Do is predominantly known for kicking and boxing has always had superior punching, so it’s been like, let’s
combine the boxing style punching with the Taekwondo kicking, make them work together,” he said.
For Littlefield’s Boxing, partnering with Advanced World Martial Arts and taking their training out of the home garage has been a great move, Jack Littlefield said.
“Gary Bargwanna, Lee’s dad, was actually my first sponsor when I was an amateur boxer,” Jack said.
“Very early on, he started sponsoring and helping me… he does Tae Kwon Do but is into boxing as well. Then Lee said he needed a shed and do you want to go in, rent a shed and start doing the boxing with me. I said, well actually it’s a really good time to do that — and it’s going awesome!”
It was 15 years ago that Jack Littlefield began training seriously under the instruction of his father, Dave Littlefield. From their backyard gym, Jack went on
to win an Australian amateur title and six professional fights. But with health issues keeping him out of the ring for the time being, Jack has taken on the mantle of trainer, now cornering his father, brothers and other teammates when they step into the ring.
“I’ve got the experience of 60 fights and I want to share that knowledge because without Dad, I wouldn’t have got the amateur titles and all the pro wins that I’ve got. So, especially while I’m not fighting yet, I’m going to try and do that for other people,” Jack said. As well as training, Jack has been promoting local fight cards with two productions coming up this year: Battle in the Bush 10 in Cowra on November 9; and Battle in the Bush 11 in Orange on December 21.
“They’ve been going well, people have been really keen to get involved in it and as long as the town keeps supporting it, we’ll keep doing it.”
Dave Littlefield, Gary Bargwanna, Lee Bargwanna and Jack Littlefield at the new training facility shared by Littlefield’s Boxing and Advanced World Martial Arts.
Recycling for a great cause
Turn your old batteries into cash for premi-babes
The Lions Club of Orange Canobolas and a local scrap metal recycler have partnered for an ongoing campaign to raise funds in support of premature and sick babies.
Long-time Lions Club member Pat Kilby has organised numerous ‘battery drive’ fundraisers over the past 15 years, calling for donations of old batteries from the public that are then sold to be recycled.
After the Premi-Babes Association of Orange visited a meeting earlier this year, Pat immediately began organising another ‘battery drive’ to help them
support premature and sick babies at Orange Hospital.
“We just finished doing that in June, and we raised four thousand dollars for the Premi-Babes,” Pat said.
“They really appreciated it because the hospital didn’t have the money to send two nurses away to be retrained for premi babies. So the money was very gratefully received to help them to go away to do it.”
But rather than wait until the next ‘battery drive’, Orange Copper Recycling suggested it become an ongoing fundraiser, volunteering to act as a collection point for anyone who wants
to drop off an old battery.
“We have always bought the batteries off Pat and looked after him with the price and donated a bit ourselves as a company, and I just thought, well, why not make it where they can drop it off here and save double handling?” Kym Wenban of Orange Copper Recycling said.
“They just have to bring it down, let me know that it’s for the Lions Club, I’ll weigh it up, take their name, let them know how much it’s worth and when Pat’s ready, he comes and gets it and it goes to the Premi-Babes Association of Orange.”
And it’s not only batteries, Kym said they can pass on the money from any donated scrap metal.
“It can be steel, copper, brass, aluminium, stainless steel, unwanted cars… the only thing I can’t take is gas bottles and anything that’s been under pressure.
“While ever the Lions Club wants it to continue, then that’s fine with us… the community gets something out of it, and that’s what it’s all about.”
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Kym Wenban of Orange Copper Recycling with Long-time Lions Club of Orange Canobolas member Pat Kilby. The scrap metal recycler is accepting donations of batteries and scrap metal for the local Lions Club, with the money raised going to support the Premi-Babes Association of Orange
At the hustings: how Orange voted in 1859
An 1880 photo of a crowd at the hustings in Macquarie Street, Dubbo. Speechmaking and voting were once conducted at a similar structure in Orange.
With voters in Orange having recently gone to the polls, Orange City Life decided to have a look back through the archives to give you a glimpse of how elections were conducted in our city more than a century-and-a-half ago at the NSW Colonial election of 1859. Responsible self-government had only been introduced in NSW a few years earlier in 1856, but voting then was still limited to men and only to men of the landholding class.
The 1858 Electoral Reform Act saw sweeping changes to the colony’s electoral system, with the introduction of the secret ballot and the right to vote given to almost every man over the age of 21 as long as he was “natural born or who being naturalised . . . shall have resided in this Colony for 3 years”. Police, serving members of the armed forces, paupers, prisoners and “persons of unsound mind” were all barred from voting.
As was the required form of the time, the nomination of candidates was done in public, usually at the “hustings”, a temporary platform from which the candidates would address the electors.
After the speeches that followed, the Returning Officer would call for a show of hands and declare one candidate the winner, the other would then demand a poll, and the election itself would follow a few days later.
Ascending the hustings in Orange on a snowy June day in 1859 were the “conservative” candidate J.B. Suttor and the “liberal” Saul Samuel, who was overwhelmingly given the majority show of hands amidst cheering from his supporters. Suttor duly demanded and poll be taken and below is an account of the election day held on the following Saturday written for the Bathurst Times:
“The weather on Saturday was delightful and had a most cheering effect on the day’s proceedings. Persons of all classes appeared in decent apparel and behaved in a highly creditable and praiseworthy manner – anxiously yet patiently awaiting the decision of the people, through the mysterious, yet potent ballot box.
“About noon, the sober town was somewhat startled by the sudden appearance of a dashing cavalcade in flying currency blue and white favours, headed by a local J.P., conveying two electors with waving (though faded) cornstalks, from the direction of ‘The Valley’ to the poll. But the sequel proved the spontaneous words of a ‘canny colonist’ on the spot ‘that elections were now decided by the pencil, and not by colours.’
“When the poll closed, at 4 pm, the greatest anxiety was evinced for the news from Guyong, and when the desired intelligence arrived, a long deep cheer from the direction of Mr. Hanrahan’s [hote] plainly told the town who was returned”
It was at 7pm that the Returning-officer ascended the hustings, which was being illuminated by torchlight, and declared Samuel the winner with a 65-vote majority
out of a total 259 votes cast.
“Mr S. Samuel then came forward amidst deafening plaudits,” continued the Bathurst Times corrospondent, “and said he felt that he owed them a deep debt of gratitude for having placed him in so high and honourable a position as that of their representative in the new Parliament.”
The victorious Samuel continued in this vein for sometime, eventually leaving the stage to enthusiastic shouts and cheers from the crowd.
“Mr Suttor then thanked his supporters in warm language,” continues the Times scribe, “but unfortunately termed the large assemblage ‘a mob,’ which was indignantly repudiated, and during the time caused no little confusion…
“Mr Blakefield then attempted to address the audience, when Mr Suttor told them he would not allow a ‘stump orator’ to address them; and during the time thus occupied a blaze of dazzling light gleamed from some half-dozen large torches, followed by such a continuous cheer of the hearty crowd as they bore their chosen representative in a large armchair past the hustings towards Mr. Hanrahan’s, that everything was was forgotten.
“The Procession, with additional lights and abundance of crackers, then started for a tour round the main streets of the town, and such a triumph was never before seen, or more properly conducted, in the colony…. The torches, some on high poles, were kept well supplied by turpentine, and clearly lighted the way, whilst in front of the procession, two able musicians played ‘See the Conquering Hero Comes,’ and continued plaudits and volleys of crackers rent the air.
“During the evening, Mr. Samuel was asked to attend a dinner by his friends, but he replied that he must first show to the electors by his public acts whether he merited such an honour; a remark worthy of notice in any particulars.”
Walking Football
Walking Football has started in Orange at Bob Russell Sports Complex, Moulder Park.
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A modified form of football/soccer catered for men over 50 and women over 40 that is played by walking only, no tackling, no contact, no goal keeper and no kicking the ball above chest high but lots of fun.
There is even a walking football World Cup!
Great way to stay connected if you love your football and still enjoy a kick!
In a significant blow to the local economy, Minister Tanya Plibersek has rejected the Regis Resources' McPhillamys mine project at Kings Plains. This decision raises serious concerns about the federal government's handling of major economic projects and the lack of consultation with key local groups. The rejection not only undermines our state's planning processes but also sends a troubling message to our communities and potential investors. It highlights the growing disconnect between Canberra and regional Australia. I addressed this issue in the NSW Legislative Assembly, standing up for our region's future.
2024-25 Strong and Resilient Communities Grants Available
Celebrate World Pharmacists Day Kings Plains mine project
On 25 September, we celebrate World Pharmacists Day, recognizing the vital role pharmacists play in Australia’s healthcare. With around 37,000 pharmacists across nearly 6,000 community pharmacies, each Australian visits a pharmacy an average of 18 times a year. Pharmacies and Pharmacists, like my son Mathew who is doing his intern year at Molong Pharmacy, provide essential healthcare services to our communities. Let's take a moment to thank our pharmacists for their dedication.
The Australian Government is offering small grants ($10,000 - $20,000) to grassroots volunteer organisations through the 2024-25 Strong and Resilient Communities Activity – Community Support grants program. These one-off projects aim to strengthen volunteer capability and support vulnerable groups, including youth, people with disabilities, women facing isolation, and the unemployed.
Eligible organisations must have a workforce of 40% or more volunteers, an annual income under $500,000, and support the priority groups. Expressions of Interest open 18 September and close 4 October 2024. For more details, visit the Centre for Volunteering website or contact grants@volunteering.com.au.
Support for Businesses Facing Financial Difficulties
If your business is struggling with debt, the Small Business Debt Helpline is here to help. Their qualified financial counsellors offer free, confidential advice on managing bills, loans, taxes, bankruptcy, and disputes. Don’t navigate financial difficulties alone—reach out for support. For more information, visit https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/ guide/get-help-when-your-smallbusiness-is-in-debt
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2024 National Winter Swimming Championships held recently in Orange
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2023/2024 Orange Hospital says “Thankyou”
During the 2023-2024 financial year, Orange Hospital received over $264,000 in generous benefactors such as the United Hospital Auxiliary Café of Orange Hospital, Lions Club and Premi Babes. This amount also includes $68,000 of the United Hospital funds to assist community members pay for high cost medications for those in Hospital would like to acknowledge these donations and express their appreciation, some photographs of some of the valuable items purchase.
The team at Cancer Care Western NSW, Haematology, Oncology and Palliative ward would like to express our deep gratitude for the generous donation of funds for equipment from the Hospital Auxiliary. This ‘Sara Stedy’ is a valuable piece of equipment which enables our staff to safely provide excellent quality care to our patients when transferring and standing
Danielle StringerNUM Cancer Services
A HUGE thankyou to the United Hospital Auxiliary for their generous donation of funding which has been used to purchase critical ENT equipment and an additional Sentinel probe for General surgery. The items purchased for ENT are used to perform Rigid Bronchoscopies on adults. This procedure is performed when adults require a foreign body to be removed from their airway or if a biopsy is required from the airway.
The Sentinel node probe purchased for general surgery is used when performing Breast surgery for breast cancer patients. This probe allows the surgeon to detect the Sentinel node, this is the first lymph node (or nodes) in the armpit to which cancer cells are likely to spread from the breast. This probe allows the surgeon to identify the lymph nodes surrounding the cancer that may also be affected. The detection of the Sentinel node improves outcomes or patients Jessica Allenby, NM – Operating Theatres
Thank you again to the Premi-Babes Association! Donating these to have them available in rooms so that mothers can safely heat leaving the room! Thoughtful donations like this have had such here in the Paediatric Unit! Thank you so much! Samuel de Keizer – A/NU -Paediatrics & Special Care Nursery
Thank you to the Orange Lions Club for donating funds supported by Triple M Central West - towards an additional Instruments for use in the new ENT Outpatients Clinic, Lions Club, Mr. Col Robinson also made a personal donation the remainder of the funds for these particular instruments. Jessica Allenby, NM – Operating Theatres
Orange Hospital encourages community members to consider volunteering. please contact the Volunteer Coordinator Christine on 0488
Dr Natalie Rainger, ENT surgeon, Vickie Rapley, Acting NUM of Perioperative Nursing & Midwifery, Orange Hospital with a small sample of some
donations from Hospital, Orange Hospital Auxiliary in need. Orange appreciation, by sharing
these bottle warmers have allowed us heat feeds for their infants without an impact on our nursing c are
To the Hospital Auxiliary, t hank you so much for the donations that have enable the Orange Maternity Unit to purchase it’s own bladder scanner and ECG machine. This equipment will allow us to provide a high standard of care through timely assessment an d management of women in the maternity ward. Both of these items will have a significant positive impact on the way we do things here at Orange Hospital! Thank you again to the Hospital Auxiliary.
Danielle Syme, MUM, Women’s & Infant s
funds from Give Me Change for Kids fundraising, additional set of Ear Nose and Throat Surgical Clinic, Orange Hospital. A gentleman from the donation of $1000 to the hospital, making up instruments.
some of the instruments funded.
Thankyou to the Hospital Auxiliary team for the acquisition of the armboard for our Cath Lab. The armboard is a valuable addition to our equipment inventory, and its presence greatly improves our ability to provide quality care to our patients. This simple yet essential tool makes procedures more comfortable and efficient for both patients and medical staff a like, ultimately contributing to better patient outcomes and satisfaction.
On behalf of the entire team, I want to express our sincere appreciation for your contribution, generosity and thoughtfulness.
Shiva Naiker, NUM of Cathlab.
eering. If you have spare time and would like to join a wonderful group of volunteers 0488 038 801 or email her on obauxiliary@gmail.com
A big thank you to the Hospital Auxiliary for the donation of funds which have been utilised to purchase an additional Transducer for Prostate biopsies. This enables more patients to have their prostate biopsy completed in a timely manner and ensure patients receive treatment as soon as possible.
Jessica Allenby, NM – Operating Theatres
Perioperative Services and Joanne Dean, Director of
Community LiFE
The Rotary Club of Orange’s Sustainability Expo attracted a good crowd of locals to the Naylor Pavilion at the Orange Showgrounds on Sunday, September 22, where organisers said there was keen interest in learning more about electric vehicles, renewable energy, reducing waste and creating more energy-efficient homes.
“We had more exhibitors and more people come along, and the feedback from both our commercial and community exhibitors was that there was a lot of interest and they’ll be following up with people after the expo,” Rotary Club of Orange member and expo coordinator, John Mills said.
Now in its 15th year, the Rotary Club of Orange created the expo, a part of Sustainable Living Week, to bring together businesses and sustainability educators to provide quality information to the community so they can take steps to reduce their carbon footprint and live more sustainably.
Home efficiency expert Adam Corrigan, was kept busy throughout the day as he answered questions and explained simple measures people can take to cut their energy usage, such as draft-proofing and improving insulation.
“People were surprised to find that there’s a lot of things that you can do that are relatively low cost to reduce your bills and
Sustainability Expo shows growing interest in
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have a more comfortable house,” John said, citing Adam’s striking example of how just a 5 per cent gap in your ceiling insulation can reduce its effectiveness by 50 per cent.
There was also a lot of interest in the electric cars on display from both retailers and local owners, who were on hand to answer questions about their experience owning an electric vehicle.
“That gave people a real idea of the range of electric vehicles available…. And the
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‘Q and A’ with owners was an important feature in that people who are thinking about buying an electric vehicle could actually find out the advantages and the pitfalls of owning one in Orange,” John said.
For anyone curious about electric vehicles, there will be another opportunity to find out more from 10am this Sunday, September 29, at ‘show and ride day’ in the Civic Centre car park. Local electric vehicle owners will be there with a range of models giving people an opportunity to experience
several options and hear from owners about their experience having made the switch.
“I think they’ve got about 10 vehicles, and they range from the top-of-the-line Tesla down to the more budget vehicles and a number of vehicles in between,” John said, adding that people can book in online for that event and other Sustainable Living Week activities
“Next Saturday, the 28th of September, there’s an organised tour of the waste, recycling and composting facilities of Orange City Council. That’s a guided tour that starts at 9am — that’s one that you require to go online to book,” he said.
Also on Saturday, there will be a handson native vegetation planting day at the Waratah Wetlands (behind Woolworths, North Orange) from 10am to 1pm.
Then, the community is invited to tour the Orange Botanic Garden propagation facility from 1pm to 3pm.
For more information, or to book you place at any of the Sustainable Living Week events, visit www. rotarycluboforange. org.au/orangesustainability-livingweek-and-expo or simply scan the QR code.
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New Council grant to assist social impact projects
Organisations working to tackle key social issues in the Orange community are invited to apply for a grant from Orange City Council.
The Council is asking for applications to allocate a total of $84,000 to local groups under the new Social Impact Funding Gran’ program.
The funds for the program came from the one-off sale of Biodiversity Offset Credits from the Council biobanking property ‘Girralang’ in October 2023.
The credits were bought to offset the environmental impact of building the Macquarie Pipeline. The number of credits was more than was needed for that project and they were sold for $336,000.
The Council meeting on 9 July 2024 allocated
$252,000 to Council sustainability projects, and the allocation of the remaining $84,000 would be determined by a workshop to identify local charities that would benefit from the funds.
The councillor workshop decided to make the money available under a one-off ‘social impact’ grant program.
Orange City Council CEO David Waddell says the grants are an opportunity to support local organisations doing valuable work for the community.
“This money is from a one-off windfall benefit, and the Council decided to allocate it where it could do some good to tackle significant problems facing the community,” Mr Waddell said.
Orange Regional Museum exhibition
Mulaa Giilang: Wiradjuri stories of the night sky
has received highly commended in the Exhibiting Excellence Award at the 2024 Australian Museums and Galleries (AMaGA) Awards.
The awards were presented last week during the Australian Museums and Galleries Association’s Conference on Wadawurrung Country in Ballarat, Victoria.
Orange Regional Museum Manager MaryElizabeth Andrews said the award was particularly special because it was judged by industry peers and recognised excellence in the sector across Australia.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to receive highly commended at the national AMaGA Awards,” Dr Andrews said.
“It’s not a huge amount of money but there’s enough that it could make all the difference to local groups who want to do something important for the Orange community, to tackle key issues. It might be something like a shortage of food or housing for example.”
“It will be up to the Council to decide whether to spread the money around by granting small amounts to many groups or making more money available to a smaller number of organisations.”
Application forms are available on the Council website. Applications open on 18 September and will close on 31 October.
It’s expected the applications will be assessed and a report with recommendations will be brought to a Council meeting in late November.
“This project was a fantastic collaboration with local Wiradjuri Elders, knowledge holders, artists and creatives and it was an honour to share Wiradjuri sky stories with our community.”
Mulaa Giilang: Wiradjuri stories of the night sky drew on tens of thousands of years of cultural tradition and knowledge to explore how for First Nations people, the earth, sea and sky are intimately connected. It received hundreds of visitors over a three-month period from August to October in 2022.
The exhibition was also named best exhibition
for small museums at the 2023 Museums and Galleries NSW IMAGinE Awards and best exhibition at the 2023 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards.
“Congratulations and thank you to all our collaborators, including Wiradjuri knowledgeholder Doug Sutherland, Wiradjuri Elders Uncle Neil Ingram Snr, and Uncle Rick Ah-See, artist Kylie Tarleton and astrophotographers including Rodney Watters, Greg Bradley, Craig Booth and Phil Hart,” Dr Andrews said.
BOLLYWOOD BALL AT CSU
Photos by HENRY DEROOY
Charles Sturt University’s Indian Cultural Society held its annual Bollywood Ball at Templer’s Mill on the CSU Orange Campus on Saturday, September 21. One of the most anticipated events on the CSU, the ball celebrates the vibrant heritage, music, and dance of Bollywood, with attendees treated to live performances and authentic Indian cuisine.
Rishi Choudhury and Kakoue Borah
Gurleen Sibia, Harold Silversides and Catherine Read
Agampreet Brar, Himanya Sajnani and Kiran Mann
Ash Bejoy, Luke Haley and Beth Lyons
Suraya Bandari and Disha Dhillon
Sejal and Nehal Dhatt Kieran Gill and Siya Garg
Rahul Chauhan and Aditi Sharma
Shristi N and Tejasri D
COMEDY AT THE BOWLO!
Photos by HENRY DEROOY
On Saturday night, Orange City Bowling Club hosted one of the most unique stand-up comedy acts in the world, the hilarious Nelson Twins!
The Nelson Twins with Evan Hocking
Pat Tilson, Elaine O’Dwyer, Cheryl Flood and Maria Schmidtke
Zena and Ross Standring
Elke Brown and Sue Moloney
Julie and Chris Doulis
TIME WARP
with ORANGE AND DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A fresh look for the Post O ce
Orange Post O ce underwent a major upgrading in 1964. In a fourmoth job, it was painted inside and out. The outside was two-tone green and white. New post boxes were installed and extensive renovations were made inside, including in the telegraph section. This photo shows four of the seven-man team painting the exterior. More than 150 gallons of paint was used.
Photo courtesy CWD Negative Collection, Orange & District Historical Society. Volunteers attend the society’s premises at 148 March Street on Wednesdays between 10.30am and 4pm, when volunteers are available to answer inquiries.
THE GOOD ENOUGH PARENT with
EMILY THOMPSON
How to get out the door in 32 easy steps (TEEN/TWEEN EDITION)
1) Wake up as soon as alarm goes off at 7am. Feel amazing level of organisation and achievement until 15-year-old pokes head into your room and tells you they need to be at school by 8am, and also that your bed-hair looks particularly bad this morning. “Do you think Dad starts work at 5am so he doesn’t have to see you this early?” she asks.
2) Sit on the edge of the bed and wonder if this is true.
3) Text husband and ask.
4) Read reply that says: “Lol” and wonder what that means.
5) Get up and enquire if Miss 10 has gotten up yet; she has and has already had breakfast.
6) Ignore the fact that her breakfast was white bread with a 1.8cm-thick spread of Nutella and chose to focus on the fact she’s eaten without any nagging.
7) Have bitter black coffee for breakfast because of stupid intermittent fasting ruining everything you love.
8) Pack lunches in “involved Instagram mum bento-style” because it’s Monday and you bought mini cucumbers yesterday.
9) Realise all but one mini cucumber is rotten despite being bought yesterday and wistfully remember the apple, vegemite sandwich and pineapple juice popper you had every day for 13 years.
10) Text hubby photo of lunches that deserve some kind of trophy for making, and briefly indulge in your favourite Monday morning activity of browsing the Kmart website for bento box accessories.
11) Crash back to earth as you realise you planned to leave three minutes ago.
12) Throw on (yesterday’s) bra and consider brushing hair for four seconds before saying f*** it.
13) Walk to car looking like trash and see every single neighbour. The kind one says, “Rough morning, honey?”
14) Say yes, even though it wasn’t… this is just your life now.
15) Instruct Miss 10 to lock the door behind you and that you’ll be back in 15 minutes and can she please brush her hair.
16) Miss 15 says, “Bet you $5 she doesn’t brush her hair”.
17) Both laugh, but you refuse to take on bet because you don’t have $5.
18) Miss 15 says: “It’s too early to be dropped off. Can you drive the long way?”
19) Wonder if this is how Uber drivers feel, but realise at least they get paid.
20) Offer compromise of getting petrol, as hubby had your car on the weekend and saw that you left it empty and didn’t fill it up for you.
21) Arrive at petrol station. Miss 15 refuses to get out and pump the petrol, realise people might die of fright if they see “unbrushed hair” you, bribe her with, “Grab yourself a snack for soccer or something”.
22) Text hubby and ask if he still loves you because you’re not sure what the earlier “Lol” meant and, also, he was incredibly neglectful for not filling your car up. He doesn’t reply.
23) Start to look around petrol station for new options, focus on guy putting petrol in ute at pump next to you. Text “Hot or not? Next to us” to Miss 15.
24) She replies, “Not”. Wonder if you’re going to die alone.
25) Drop Miss 15 at school, arrive home to see Miss 10’s hair is perfect and her shoes are on.
26) Regret not taking on $5 bet.
27) Hang out load of washing you had the forethought of putting on at 7am, and feel accomplished.
28) Consider putting photo of washing on the line as your FB cover photo but realise this isn’t an achievement for most people. Wonder how to become one of those people.
29) Brush hair finally.
30) Jump into car with Miss 10, drop her at school and love how much easier life is with older kids, even if you are basically a snackmaking chauffeur at this point.
31) Grab bread for dinner (toasties) and also cheesymite scroll from bakery.
32) Eat scroll as you arrive at work because fasting is not a Monday activity. Well done!
BARRY WINNELL GIVE ME CHANGE FOR KIDS CHARITY FUNDRAISE
Photos by HENRY DEROOY
Rugby tragics, young and old, enjoyed a sunny Sunday out at the Spring Hill Recreation Ground for the annual Barry Winnell Give Me Change for Kids Charity Fundraiser.
The much-anticipated Old Boys friendly rugby clash sees players from the Orange Emulators, Bathurst Old Bulls, and Spring Hill Wood Ducks meet in a friendly battle for the coveted Wood Duck trophy.
This year’s program opened with an Under 12s match and then a mixedtouch game, which saw plenty of participation from Spring Hill locals.
While the final count is yet to be completed, it’s estimated the charity day made over $3,000 for the Children’s Ward at the Orange Health Service.
Veronica Rapley and Dianne Winnell
Roger Paterson and Kerrie Nicholls
Clive Walker and Callum Ash
Shirley and Allie Millikin
Dianne Winnell and Clive Walker
Kylie Daniel, Sarah Ash, Genise Flynn and Scott Shepherd
Leonie Winnell, Jenny, Chloe, Debbie and Grant Hampton with Kel Winnell
Lynda McKenzie, Chantelle Larfield and Hannah McKenzie.
what’s happening in orange
THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 - 8PM
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE VIC!
The ever-popular Justin Landers returns to the Victoria Hotel this Saturday, September 28 and will be keeping the crowd entertained from 8 pm until late. Then come back and enjoy your Sunday afternoon at the Vic to the sounds of Anthea Basha who will be performing from 2pm to 5pm.
And of course, every Sunday afternoon at the Vic it’s time for trivia with special guest Joey Trivani. Be at the Vic with your thinking caps on by 3pm for four top rounds of trivia!
THE GREENHOUSE LIVE IN THE COCKTAIL BAR
Kent Eastwood
– 6.30pm Friday, September 27
Equally at home behind a piano, guitar, microphone or production desk, Kent Eastwood is a true artist, a multi-instrumentalist who lives and breathes music, and delights in its creation and performance.
With a vast repertoire of both original and influential music that Kent seamlessly shifts between, his sets are genuine, eclectic and a joy to get lost in.
Eli Stanford
– 6.30pm Saturday, September 28
Surrounded by music all his life, Orange singer-songwriter Eli Stanford has a soulful voice that shines through his performances. Join Eli for a night of live music in the Cocktail Bar this Saturday.
THE COUNTRY CLUB Mat Cochrane
– 6pm Saturday, September 28
Mat Cochran is a Central Westbased singer-songwriter who cut his teeth in the hustle and bustle of the London Music scene. With an easy yet commanding presence, he delivers an eclectic mix of songs and genres honed throughout multiple tours of Europe. He delivers a wonderful performance and can cover many genres.
Join Orange Art Society featured artists Wanda Driscoll and Heather Gordon this Sunday for the official opening of a new joint exhibition.
Heather Gordon took up painting some two decades ago and says she has greatly enjoyed her artistic journey. Painting mostly in oil paint,
Wanda Driscoll and Heather Gordon — a joint exhibition, is on display at the Orange Art Society Building (Orange Cultural Centre, 22 Sale Street) from September 29–November 16, 2024. The gallery is open most days from 10am. If the flags are out, head on in! Orange Art Society presents W da Dr co d Heath G d — a joint hibiti
Heather loves to depict colourful, exciting and ethereal landscapes in her work.
Wanda Driscoll has painted for many years in many mediums using watercolour, acrylic, oils and mixed media. For this exhibition, Wanda has been painting local landscapes, but
she also enjoys painting floral and stunning contemporary still life in modern colours.
The Orange Art Society invites you to attend the official opening of the new exhibition, where you can meet the artist in person at 2pm Sunday, September 29.
BOWLS FIESTA AT ORANGE CITY BOWLING CLUB
Photos by CONTRIBUTED
Orange City Bowling Club’s lady bowlers held a Mexican-themed “Bowls Fiesta” on Tuesday, September 16, with visitors from other clubs and members enjoying a fun day on the greens.
Bev Brown, Helen Lord, Sue Moloney and Kay Kennedy
Pam Gersbach and Sue Clinghan
Kay Kennedy and Helen Lord
Gwen Britt, Evelyn Dickinson, Marie Harvey, Meg Burrell, Jan Murray and Patty Molloy.
Deb Cox, Sally Colebatch, Betsy Thornberry, Maureen Taylor and Liz Draper of the Majellan Bowling Club, Bathurst.
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• 3.77 ha (9.315 acres) * of gentle rolling country with bitumen frontage
• Brick veneer home has 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, open plan living room, dining, and kitchen, with timber deck and a large laundry
• Excellent water, 90,000* litres of rainwater storage and 22,500L rainwater storage off the stables and a pump from the dam for irrigating the vineyard
• 6m x 7m steel frame double bay garage with concrete floor and attached double bay carport
• 6m x 3m steel frame shed with concrete floor, 4m x 9.5m steel frame horse stable with concrete floor and day yards, 40m x 20m horse arena
• Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc vineyard 1*acre professionally pruned annually
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The ultimate rural escape with a viable agricultural enterprise located close to the thriving regional centre of Orange.
• 25 mins Orange, 40 mins Bathurst CBD & 3 ½ hrs Sydney
• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom homestead
• Excellent water, double frontage to the Lewis Ponds Creek and Brothers Creek, 15 dams, 22,000L of rainwater storage and 260,000L of creek water storage
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10 Bill Marshall Drive, Orange
Positioned in the tightly held, and the ongoingly popular Bel Air, this roomy family home has lovely street appeal and much to offer those buyers looking for a unique property that provides generosity at every turn. It is clear that liveability and plenty of storage was at the forefront of this home’s design and this is evident as you make your way through the property. The formal loungeroom overlooks the front patio and leads seamlessly to the formal dining area.
Are you a first home buyer or investor? Looking to enter the real estate market or extend on your portfolio? located in an established street and has been updated with features that mean you don’t need to spend anything at all. Freshly painted the updated flooring and new carpet enhance the light-filled nature of this home. Featuring a modern kitchen which adjoins the open plan living area, The bathroom has also been modernised. The North facing rear verandah offers a lovely space to relax.
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11 Nunkeri Place is located in an established street and has been updated with features that mean you don’t need to spend anything at all. Freshly painted in an attractive neutral palette, the updated flooring and new carpet enhance the lightfilled nature of this home. Featuring a modern kitchen which adjoins the open plan living area, The bathroom has also been modernised. The North facing rear verandah offers a lovely space to relax . The 932sqm block has side access via double gates adds to this property’s appeal and the double lock up garage provides extra storage and space for vehicles or tools. Priced to sell by motivated owners.
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Kids Talk
Ari, 10
✫ Who is your favourite teacher? Mrs McNabb because she’s my mum but also Mrs Bourke and Mrs Kable.
✫ What do you love to do after school?
I would have to say go and ride my bike.
✫ What is something your parents always say to you? Take the bins out…it happens at least once a week.
✫ If you were prime minister for a day, what’s the first thing you’d do? No more normal cars, make mini roads for bikes and also motorbikes.
✫ What’s your favourite food? Maccas!
What’s your favourite toy? Definitely my bike.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A builder like my Uncle Sco and Bobby the builder. If you could open a shop, what would it sell? Marshmallows of all di erent types and sizes.
CROSS purposes
OUR GUILT RIDDEN LIVES
WITH MARK KEMP
I recently watched the movie ‘Which Brings Me To You’ and it was all about how two people’s previous actions haunted them, leaving them with regret and guilt.
Movies like this appeal to us become we relate to the characters. We all have done things in the past which we regret. Be it that hurtful thing we have said or the way we have acted towards someone else.
Thankfully there is a way we can be free from guilt. God loves us so so much he has created a way to remove our guilt in Jesus. God has offered to cleanse us of our guilt, all we have to do is accept that we need it and ask him for it.
So if this offer intrigues you, I encourage you to find out more by reading the Bible or talk a Christian you know. If you need a place to start for reading the Bible I would recommend the book of Mark.
Join us to celebrate Spring Hill Uniting Church
160th Anniversary Family Service and Festival Sunday 27th October 2024 11.00am-2.30pm
11am Family Workshop
12.30pm BBQ Lunch and Birthday Cake
1pm-2.30pm Games and Yarns, catch up with mates, share stories “old and true”
THE robus NOTES
Spring has sprung and I’m back home in beautiful Orange. Probus carried on over winter promoting FUN, FRIENDSHIP and FELLOWSHIP for seniors who like to get out and about, exercising the bodies and stimulating the brain. As well as guest speakers, the cuppa and biccies are always popular and a great time to hav a chat. The club serves a good lunch for those who choose to stay on.
There was a good roll-up this month and a hearty welcome to visitor, Don Favell.
The next major activity is the trip to Forbes for the Probus Month celebration dinner on October 11. A full day is planned with morning tea,
with Keith Rawsthorne
lunch, and a list of entertainment and interesting tours all included in your lunch fee.
Your committee decided that the bus trip was too expensive for such a short run and decided to carpool. This can be arranged at the October meeting or call Phil on 0411 117 390 and he will organise. You will also need to pay your lunch fee at the September 4 meeting.
As always there is a good lineup of guest speakers ready to go: in October, Steven Leisk will address Precision Fermentation, about producing food in the future; Karen Pratt from TAFE will speak on the opportunities in TAFE, especially for older students. December is our
Christmas party, (with better singing than last year… Rodney is rehearsing, but the dinner will be great).
Guest speaker this month could not appear, so we had very interesting talks from two members. Rodney Tonkin spoke about his lifelong experience with fish and fishing, which began in Scotland when he was lecturing at Lincoln University, as a young man, with special love for Ellesmere Dam. He continued with this interest in Australia and belongs to a number of national and local bodies. Local waterways were his special interest. Rodney has a keen interest in Lake Canobolas where he campaigned to remove polluting trees from the dam so native fish such as trout and golden perch could be reintroduced. Gosling Creek and Spring Creek are also good for amateur fishing.
Ian Davison reported on his recent trip to the rather exotic Cayman Islands, which is about the size of Orange Shire, and a population like
Orange. It is a tax-free zone and is a big money trading centre with business over the world. The climate is very warm and moist, great for tourists who arrive in numbers but cause congestion.
The power is by diesel generator and water is all desalinated, the fishing and diving is good, but bring plenty of cash as prices are very high.
TODAY’S WISDOM: If you don’t find time to do it right, you’ll have to find time to do it again.
Our next meeting is October 2, so come and prepare for the trip to Forbes where the local Probus has planned a great day for us.
SPORTSNEWS
Tenpin Bowling HEAD PIN
with Bob Taylor
Country Club BOWLS NOTES
Quite a bit to get through so let’s go with a look at the Wednesday 7.30pm league where there were two stars, these being Matthew Woodham 152 over average and Tony Williamson with 151 over average, and they were followed by the Monday 7.30pm league also with two stars, these being Patrick Govier with 136 over average and Tyler King with 109 over average for the series.
There was also two stars in the Wednesday 6.20pm league and these were Chris English with 112 over average and Steve Eslick with 103 over average and they were followed by Casey Perry from the Tuesday Scratch Singles with 208 over average, then came Josh Thornton from the Thursday 7.30pm league with 132 over average, then Jayden Christoff from the Monday juniors with 111 over average and finally was Harley Campbell from the Friday juniors with 101 over average for the series.
Star bowler of the week and winner of the Auto Wash compliments of Race Track Car Wash was Casey Perry who scored that marvellous 208 over average for the series.
This week’s High Roller champion and winner of the three free practice games was Tyler King who scored 243 (PB). As this great score was 84 over average and part of his 109 over average for the series, Tyler was named the third Man of the Moment for
September hoping for the voucher from Guys Cuts.
Others who hoped to beat Tyler included Justin Smart 203, John Smith 206, Marilyn Schwenke 203, Edward Hoogenboom 203, Jayden Christoff 233, Anne-Marie Johnstone 204, Chris Collins 236 (PB), Laurie Farrugia 205, Aaron Cantrill 211, Damien Christoff 230, Casey Perry 258, Steve Eslick 214, Nathaniel Mason 234, Nick Flannery 268, Matthew Burgess 221, Joseph Talidong 224, Sam Bennett 234 (PB), Matthew Woodham 213, Ben Howard 220 (PB), Patrick Govier 224 and Ben Berry 223.
Our Almost Made it Hero and winner of the open order from Kings Takeaway at Greengate was Ari McNabb who scored 163 (PB).
As this score was 64 over average Ari was named junior of the week and winner of the voucher from Domino’s.
Others desperate for a great feed included Judy Taylor 168, Marisa Belmonte 190, Julie Swallow 182, Alex Liang 142 (PB), Liam Stibbard 165 (PB), Bentley Losanno 145 (PB), Nyssa Johnstone 148,Abne Hutchings 176, Brad Laverty 196, Charlie Bekavac 168 (PB), Jake Browne 132 (PB) and Aaron Pearson 123.
Not to be left out there was also Michael Selmes 187, Kris Perkins 165, Sophie Jones 168, David Jameson 198, Barbara Goull 139, Sue Pagett 186, Gary James 188, David Hughes 145, Morgan Andreas 130, Joe James 167, David Lawler 171 and Alyce Selwood-Whitton 168.
Also praying they had a chance were Craig Broome 175, Jenny Livermore 166, Isaac Perry 159, Samson Hammond 170, Glen Perkins 167, Kevin Fruin 162 and Kim McConnell 157.
The third Female of Note for September and next in the queue hoping for the gift certificate from MJ’s All Hair-All Occasions was Anne-Marie Johnstone who scored 204 which was 50 over average.
A view of the green and Trish is in the foreground.
WOMEN’S BOWLS
Thursday 19 September:
Justin, Phoebe, Matt and Janie
Thursday 19 September welcomed fabulous weather and 22 of our members for social bowls. Two games of fours and one game of triples were contested. All games were played in great spirits, with some spectacular bowls being rolled.
• Kathy, Judy and Helen McD defeated Kerry, Elaine and Jan
• Lorraine, Julie, Ray and Bob won a close game over Linda, Marg, Yvonne and Trish
• Vi, Justin, Matt and Alan won another closely contested game over Jane, Denise L, Phoebe and Veronica.
We would like to thank the members of the men’s club who played today against our two Grade 4 Pennants teams. Our ladies will be travelling to Cowra on Saturday 21 September to contest the Regional play offs.
Practice and coaching is available every Tuesday commencing at 10.30am, at the Country Club. These sessions are for our existing members and any ladies who would like to try their hand at lawn bowls. Please contact Trish - 0400379294, or Phoebe - 0408223843 for further information.
MEN’S BOWLS
played on 14th & 17th September:
Hello Bowlers,
Saturday, we had 24 Social Bowlers, which is a good turn out considering we had 15 of our usual Saturday social bowlers playing in Millthorpe for their Greenkeepers Day.
Saturday’s raffle going to Peter Lange. Lucky rink bowlers were, Jen Fenwick, Maree Haigh Cole, and Bob Jenkins. Unfortunate’s rink going to, John Cooper, Roy Leonard, and Peter Lange.
The Saturday jackpot was not won and will carry over to next Saturday.
Tuesday had over 46 bowlers, turn up for a roll up on a lovely sunny day, with 2 greens in play.
Three raffles 1st going to, Col Rosser , 2nd Simon Kempson, and 3rd Bernie King. Lucky winning rink, Doug Nonnemacher, Bill Keogh, and Rick Stephens. I think Doug and Rick might need to be tested; they have been on a streak for a few weeks now. Unfortunates, rink going to P.A. Baker, Tony Hoy, and Ray Jones. Tuesdays’ limited Jackpot was won, and
the lucky winners are Barry Lowe, Mick Doyle, Bob Ridgewell, Ray Windsor, Kevin Syphers, and Kevin Giumelli. 2nd Jackpot was not won and will carry over.
Upcoming Club Championships are as follows; Club Pairs starting from the 13th October. Closing date 28th September.
Our Champion Pairs tournament on the 2nd and 3rd of November, closing date is 28th October. Players eligible to compete in this tournament must have won a singles, pairs, triples, and or fours and better.
Regional Triples are on the board in the alcove.
Weekly Etiquette Tip.
Dropping of bowls is not permitted on the green or the carpet. Either place on the bank or step down and place softly onto the playing surface.
This Saturday, there are no Social Bowls due to the Mixed Pair Tournament being played.
Tuesday bowls call, Jim Finn 0418 651 382 or the club on 63613210.
BARNIES VS CSU PINK
photos by HENRY DEROOY
Highlights from the Open Female B Division grand final match between Barnestoneworth FC and CSU Pink on Saturday, September 21. Barnies were the victors, defeating CSU 1–0.
SPORTSCAM
ORANGE NETBALL GRAND FINALS
photos by CEC TILBURG
The local netball season came to a close on Saturday, September 21, with junior and senior teams battling it out in the grand finals at Anzac Park. Congratulations to Division One winners Orange City, who defeated the Vipers in a close game, 46-44.
We think of you often, Your laughter, the stories you told and how you loved your green Valiant more than anyone or anything else.
It’s been 20 years since you left our side, But you never left our hearts. We know you are in a better place and now you have Mum with you too. Your both watching over us and one day we’ll meet again but until then we’ll keep you in our hearts. Loved and Missed
PICTURE FRAMING
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4 Keep trying (9) 9 Ancestry (7)
PUZZLES…. PUZZLES…. PUZZLES….
24 Checkups (5)
THUMBS UP and a special thanks to Michelle at the Country Club who took care of me when I fell ill on Saturday. I really appreciated it. Nothing was too much trouble for her. Also, thanks to the bowlers who were so very kind and understanding. Many thanks to the nurses and doctor who looked after me at the hospital. They were all very caring and I was looked after very promptly.
THUMBS UP to Michael Borg formerly of M & J Meats in Moulder Street. Best butcher in the region. Good luck in WA!
THUMBS UP to Dale, Ian, Jesse and Chloe at Canobolas Locksmiths for fabulous, fast, prompt, efficient service. It’s a fabulous local community business.
THUMB DOWN to Orange City Council for the disgraceful state of a lot of the footpaths in and around the CBD. Only a matter of time til someone gets seriously hurt.
THUMBS UP to the organisers and volunteers of the Spring Hill Old Boys Give me Change for Kids charity fundraiser games held on Sunday, September 22, at the Spring Hill Rec Ground. They work so hard to make it a great day! Thanks also to Diane Dickson of Tallwood. Diane is famous in the area for her crochet, a daily habit that has warmed many with her beautiful work. We so appreciated her recent donation of a lovely blue rug for the raffle.
THUMBS UP to the Grocer & Co. for their excellent food and fresh produce! Shoutout to the lovely staff, especially Em, for her warm customer service and friendly smile.
THUMBS UP to the Rex Airlines staff. Even as the airline has been going through tough times, the staff at Orange Airport and on their flights are always welcoming, courteous and professional. It’s really appreciated. Thank you.
THUMBS UP to the honest man who returned the cash that fell out of my pocket on Saturday morning at Woolworths, Anson Street. When I realised this at the checkout I was very upset, a lovely staff member Khushi assisted me, took my details and went above and beyond to help me. To my surprise later that day she called to say that a lovely gentleman had found my cash and had handed it in to Orange Police. To say I was shocked was an understatement. I would like to say a huge thank you to the honest man and once again to Khushi at Woolies. This certainly makes me realise that there are some amazing people in the world!
THUMBS UP to OC Life for the history-related articles, especially the highly entertaining story about largerthan-life cricketer and character George Bonnor. Thanks! It was fun to write! — Ed.
THUMBS UP to the lovely young man, Tim, who noticed my tailgate was down and jumped out to put it up for me in Peisley St on Saturday.
THUMBS UP to true heroes, our guardian angels, the Police Force who seldom get praise. So Hip-Hip-Hurray for their ever-ready help and support regardless of danger to them at any time, anywhere, so a big thumbs up and thank you to all our wonderful police officers.
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THUMBS
THUMB DOWN to NSW National Parks for not providing safe access to the State Conservation Area viewing area that they spent thousands of dollars on recently. The road is now dangerous to negotiate. They claim it is a Cabonne Council problem but they are the managers of the area which includes the road. Why leave it in a dangerous condition that has to be closed each time a huge tourist attraction — snow on the mountain — occurs.
THUMB DOWN to Orange City Council. They have developed and promote Lake Canobolas, the bike track and the scout camp on Towac Way, out of their area but do not contribute to the maintenance of Towac Way when 90 per cent of the traffic would be from Orange. The road at present is in a deplorable and dangerous state.
THUMBS UP to the council employee that offered to give a pensioner who resides at the Colour City Caravan Park a lift out to the Orange Base Hospital for Cancer Treatment. A kind offer from a good soul.
THUMB DOWN to the two rude hairdressers who ignored me and left me leaning on my walker with nowhere to sit. I eventually had to walk away.
THUMBS UP to the staff at the Orange Aquatic Centre, especially Tony who maintains the facility brilliantly. He and the rest of the staff do their very best to make our daily visits as comfortable as possible including air and water temperature within the facility. Keep up the great work guys and girls.
Molly’s Grove
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THUMBS UP to Fran Ferguson, Dr Simon Tang from the cancer team at Orange Health Service and Dr Aydin Mohammadi, the best ENT in the central west. You are all super supportive and great bedside manners, go over and beyond for your patience.
THUMB DOWN to the new foot bridge on Molong Road as it is so close to the main highway only asking for trouble. Great idea but needs to be further off the road.
THUMBS UP to Rach Gander at Smoko Shed, the best coffees in town.
THUMB DOWN to the Council for the big bulge on the northern distributor road. It became a State Road 18 months ago, so the NSW Government is responsible for maintenance — Ed.
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