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This is the final week of our popular ‘Let’s Feast’ feature giveaway and the final one for the year. So make sure you get your entries in for a chance to win a $75 voucher to your ‘Let’s Feast’ venue of choice. All the details are on page 25. Good Luck! We will be back with more delicious local feasting options in 2025.
I’ve recently been contacted by a gentleman who’s trying to find 2CR radio schedules from the early 1960s for a writing project. Specifically, he’s after the daily weekday time of broadcast of the lunchtime edition of the ABC news during the period 1960–63. As in was it 12.30pm, 12.45 pm or 1pm? If you can answer that question, he would appreciate it if you could get in touch. And if you have a whole programming schedule that would be very greatly appreciated.
As you will see inside this edition, our monthly home improvement feature ‘Home Life’ is back. Each month, we showcase a range of products and services from local businesses to give you inspiration or ideas and maybe even push you to tackle those home improvement projects you’ve been thinking about. The Home Life feature begins on page 31. If you are a business that would like to be part of our next feature, give us a call.
A quick shoutout to Rowlee Wines’ Dining and Bar.. My wife and I treated ourselves to lunch for our wedding anniversary on Saturday and thoroughly enjoyed the food and the fantastic venue. It’s a great asset for Orange and well worth a visit.
Until next week!
OAMS $4 million hydrotherapy pool gets the go-ahead
Construction of a new $4 million indoor hydrotherapy pool at the Orange Aboriginal Medical Service (OAMS) in the Gateway Estate is set to begin after plans for the community facility were given the final tick of approval.
The new facility will be built at the OAMS precinct in Cameron Place, adjoining the existing Walu-Win Centre. Along with a 10x12m program pool and gym, the building will include consulting rooms, storerooms, a plant room, and amenities.
OAMS received funding for the facility from the Department of Health and Aged Care, along with support from Newmont Cadia.
“Our hydrotherapy pool is an extension of our existing Walu-Win health services,” OAMS Board Chair Alisha Aglund said at the official groundbreaking ceremony last week.
“So I’m very excited to see this commencing. It’s been a long haul and we’ve been very committed in the last four years to getting this design exactly right.
“But I guess the most exciting point for me is that it is extending our preventative health,” she continued.
“Often for our people and certain parts of our community they’re priced out of such services. So, to now be able to have autonomy and choice over their health journey and wellness journey – this is a first for our community, but also for the way that we look at healthcare.
“Whilst it is just a pool, it’s going to be so much more than that, and we’re so excited to bring this to life for our community to call their own!”
The Orange Aboriginal Medical Service began 20 years ago this year in May 2004 and first opened its clinic to patients the following year. From a small building in Palmer Street and seven staff, the organisation now operates five facilities
and employs more than 140 people.
OAMS CEO/Managing Director Jamie Newman was part of the initial committee formed in 1998 to set up a local Aboriginal Medical Service. He said he is proud of what the organisation has been able to achieve in this time delivering a growing range of free primary and allied health services for people in Orange.
“We’ve grown significantly over 20 years,” Mr Newman said. “If we want to be saying that we want better health outcomes, then you have to be innovative in what you deliver. You just can’t have a doctor and a nurse and that’s it. It’s got to be more than that. It’s got to be a speech pathologist. It has got to
be audiologists. It’s got to be exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, mental health clinicians… So we have a range of services here that cater to the needs of the community.
“People need to have access to health care, and if it’s accessible, then people are going to come. That’s how we get health outcomes.”
The new hydrotherapy pool, Mr Newman said, is part of their vision for the future of the service, one that caters for people from “Birthing to Dreaming” with a focus on preventive health, not only treating illness.
“Hence why hydrotherapy is crucial for us, for our frail aged, people with disabilities, people recovering from injuries, whether it’s sport related or just injuries in the home. Or even doing intervention/prevention programs like pregnant women doing aqua therapy classes before they have babies,” Mr Newmans said.
“Our vision of Birthing to Dreaming is we need to be connecting with our babies so that we put them on a pathway of being well, not reacting to illness and disease… We’ve got to be working with our young mums. We’ve got to be working with parents, working with families to ensure that our babies come to this world well and maintain wellness throughout that cycle of life.”
e site of the new $4 million indoor hydrotherapy pool at the Orange Aboriginal Medical Service (OAMS) in Cameron Place. Pictured are: OAMS CEO/Managing Director Jamie Newman, Brett Murdock and Matt Stevenson from Cabbone Construction, OAMS Board Chai Alisha Aglund, Melissa O’Brien and Brooke Adamson from Newmont, OAMS Facilities and Assets Maintenance Manager Linda Wilson, and OAMS Walu-win Manager/Diabetes Educator Anna Blackie
PEOPLE OF O-TOWN
Madeline Young
Artist, Curator and Director at The Corner Store Gallery, which used to be her local lolly shop growing up! Now she runs the gallery and lives just behind it with her son and dog. Living the dream in East Orange!
What do you do for a living and what do you love about it?
I’m an artist and the curator and director at The Corner Store Art Gallery in East Orange. I completed my Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Newcastle in 2009, and since then, I’ve had the opportunity to exhibit my work widely across Australia in both solo and group shows over the past. I suppose I’m just obsessed with art, I just live and breathe it and I wanted to make a space in this town where people just could come and enjoy it, ideally purchase it, but if they can’t that’s absolutely fine, you’re still allowed to come and enjoy it. I get to bring art to this town from outside and also showcase artists from the local area and promote them.
Where would you go for your ideal birthday dinner?
Ah, Lucetta, at the moment- I did actually do that for my birthday. But it was great, I loved it, it’s my new fave! We just booked the set banquet. I don’t eat seafood, so they did a non-seafood banquet for us. It was bloody delicious. What fills your cup?
Ooh, my friends definitely, time with them is absolutely cup filling. The sun, the
trees, I suppose I should say my kid too! And my job does, 100%. I love my job.
Are you a dog person, a cat person or other?
Definitely a dog person! I’ve got one doggo, sadly our other one died a couple of years ago. She’s a Kelpie/Lab. She’s the sweetest dog. Her name is Dotty and she’s 12. She was always such an energetic dog and it’s only been the last year she’s calmed down.
Which person from history would you most like to meet?
Definitely a feminist. I love feminism, it’s something I’m passionate about. Probably Clementine Ford. She’s not from history, but I love her. She’s amazing. Actually, Hannah Ferguson’s a new one. She’s from Orange, and also amazing. She’s very smart.
If you were running for Mayor, what would your campaign slogan be?
More trees! Lots more trees. I’ll just probably ban the dudes that want to trim them around here to accommodate the power lines. But just to stay cultured, with our incredible tree-lined streetscapes that make Orange such a beautiful place to live.
— By Emily Thompson | Photo credit Monique Lovick —
“Paving the way to success” OAGS celebrates first pedestrian link to city
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Anglican Grammar School (OAGS) front gate on Monday morning as the school celebrated the official opening of their new pedestrian and cycle link to the city.
The pathway extends from the school along the southern edge of the Mitchell Highway, over a new footbridge crossing Ploughmans Creek and connects to existing footpaths in front of the Rural Fire Service station.
Orange Anglican Grammar School principal, Rev Louis Stringer, said it is an exciting time for their school community as it is the first time in their 18year history that they have safe pedestrian access for students.
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“It is a significant milestone in the history of OAGS and it is actually the first time in our journey that a dedicated pedestrian and cycle pathway connects our school to the city which we’re excited about because it promotes accessibility, sustainability and community connections,” Rev Stringer said.
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Since the school opened, Rev Stringer said they have
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been looking for pedestrian access for students, but it has taken some time until a solution could be found.
He said the school gifted Council land adjoining the Molong Road in order that there was enough room to build a footpath.
“After working with our local government and Council and gifting them some of the land they’ve kindly put in a pedestrian pathway that now links us to the city,” he said.
“They put the footbridge in recently that’s in front of the fire station and that has finally connected us up.”
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To celebrate, the school held a ‘Ride or Walk to School Day’ on Monday, November 18, with Member for Orange, Phil Donato joining Rev Stringer welcoming students at the school gate.
“Phil Donato, our local member was there to support the opening and we watched as dozens of kids came through the gates either on a bicycle, on foot and even on rollerskates. So it was a really exciting time,” Rev Stringer said.
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“I want to thank the local council for paving the way to success at OAGS and connection into the city.”
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• Orange Anglican Grammar School (OAGS) front gate on Monday morning as the school celebrated the official opening of their new pedestrian and cycle link to the city with a ‘Ride or Walk to School Day’ on Monday, November 18. Member for Orange, Phil Donato joined Orange Anglican Grammar School principal, Rev Louis Stringer in welcoming students at the school gate.
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Anson Street School’s Tone’s and I callout
At the end of term 3 this year, Anson Street SLSO Krissie-Lee Cartwright had a brilliant ideawhat if they could get Tones and I to come as their guest singer for NAIDOC week? Armed with enthusiasm and her phone, she quickly rallied the staff and students to sing and dance to “Dance Monkey” and uploaded a video to the school’s Facebook page, and called for the singer to come and visit.
It was just a little bit of fun, a highenergy activity to get everyone through to the end of term and the students embraced the challenge with the incredible performances that Anson
Street Students are well known for.
But when they returned from holidays, the staff quickly saw that their amazing video had gone viral, and so launched their Tones and I Orange/Anson Street School Facebook page and campaign to get her to visit the school. KrissyLee, along with Deputy Principal Jodie Pritchard not only tirelessly used social media to try and gain the singer’s attention, but they reached out to her management team who replied encouragingly, but assured the school that social media is the best way to attract the attention needed to ensure a visit is on the cards.
And a visit would mean so much for the school, who just love her vibe. She embodies the inclusive, personable,
full of life spirit that students at Anson Street live every day, and the children, in particular the older ones, truly love her music. The school uses music not only instead of bells throughout the day, but as in important self-regulation tool. Anson Street is the third largest specialist educational setting in the state, and caters for students from kindergarten to year 12. And the music program is loved by all.
Stage 6 student Gypsy’s eyes light up as she talks about Tones and I: “She is just the COOLEST!” she exclaims, before explaining that she’d dance with her. “I’d do the worm obviously, and there’d be some high kicks of course”.
Melanie Meers, school principal explains that having her come to the
school would be a once in a life-time opportunity for the students, as it can be challenging for children with sensory needs to attend concerts. As such, the school tries it’s hardest to find opportunities to expose their kids to experiences that they would otherwise miss out on, and they recently had Robbie Mortimer come and perform a concert at the school.
Having Tones and I attend the school would be akin to Santa visiting, which is something that everyone (even the older teenagers) love! The principal’s parting message to Tones and I is “Come to the best school in New South Wales, because you will never, ever forget the experience. You will fall in love, and your heart will be full”. We agree!
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— BY EMILY THOMPSON —
Spring has officially arrived in the Central West, and the local orchards are bursting with perfect fruit. If you’re looking for a family-friendly outing, you can’t go past a visit to a farm to pick your own fruit—and right now, cherries are in season, running through until Christmas.
It’s the ideal day out for families, couples seeking a little adventure, or anyone in between. All you need is a hat, sunscreen, comfy shoes, a reminder of why you moved to the country,
and a camera to capture some Instaworthy shots that will make your city friends jealous—or maybe inspire them to visit and experience country life for themselves.
We sent Orange City Life’s Emily Thompson and her long-suffering family to Thornbrook Orchard to check it out.
We wandered through the peach trees, which are just about ripe and have an intoxicating scent, and made our way to the rows of cherry trees. The best part?
The kids quickly became expert pickers with minimal guidance and were so proud of their efforts. In less than half
an hour, we filled three buckets with perfect, dark cherries that taste nothing like the refrigerated, store-bought kind.
A quick stop at the farm shop to have our bounty weighed—and at just $8 per kilo, the cherries are a bargain. Plus, eftpos is available for convenience. We all had a fantastic day, and even the teenager enjoyed herself. Now, the only question left is how to artfully arrange those cherries in school lunchboxes for a little extra social media cred!
Thornbrook Orchard is located at 39 Nashdale Lane and is open from 9 AM to 4 PM for the rest of cherry season.
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Meet energy efficiency specialist and author, Tim Forcey, tonight (Thursday, November 21), at Orange Regional Gallery where he will be talking about everything you need to know to save money on energy bills and to make your home more sustainable.
Tim Force’s new book My Efficient Electric Home Handbook is an essential first-of-its-kind resource for homeowners and renters.
In the book, Mr provides tips and strategies on how to convert your home into an efficient, healthy and comfortable space suitable for our all-electric future. It shares insights he has gained from working with Australians in their homes, as well as from hands-on experience modifying his own home.
It looks at everything from bestpractice heating and cooling, hot water heat pumps, and induction cooktops to draught-proofing, insulation, solar energy and much more.
“I’ve now been in over 1,000 homes,
Author talk on practical climate change action
sitting with folks at their kitchen tables helping them to improve their homes to be more comfortable, healthier, more affordable, and with less of a climate and environmental impact,” Mr Forcey said.
Mr Forcey is also the founder of an active Facebook group, “My Efficient
Electric Home” which today has more than 134,000 members.
This free event is being hosted by Electrify2800, a group in the 2800 postcode region that aims to help households and businesses in the area save money and take practical climate
action, by moving away from fossil fuels and by powering homes, offices and workplaces with electricity generated from renewable energy sources.
The author talk by Mr Focery will double as the formal launch of the group.
Electrify 2800 Convenor Sandra Chrystall said the group’s focus is to information that will help the community and consumers make this lifestyle change.
“The Electrify 2800 project aims to assist people become comfortable with more electric energy sources in their home. We’ve put together a planner to assist consumers design their transition to renewable energy,” Sandra Chrystall said.
“We hope residents can gain take away valuable insights from Tim’s talk and book to ensure energy use in their homes is at an optimal level. Further, there is practical and lived experience about switching to electricity.”
The author talk is also being supported by Orange City Council, Environmentally Concerned Citizens of Orange and Collins Booksellers.
If you’re like most people, you dream of one day being able to afford to retire comfortably. Most people never get there. They retire, but not with the lifestyle they hoped for or deserve. And in most cases, this comes down to one simple reason… they didn’t plan for their retirement.
How confident are you that your retirement savings are invested the way they should be and/or that you’re not getting ripped off with fees?
How confident are you that you’re on the right track for the retirement you are hoping for?
These are questions you can keep ignoring until it’s too late, or you can take control of your future from this point forward. Everyone’s idea of retirement is unique.
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The type of retirement you’re looking forward to is all about you and that means retirement is about a lot more than money.
In saying that, money is a vital element! How much you have in retirement savings, how you choose to invest those savings, the fees you pay and how much you spend each year are going to determine how long your retirement savings will last.
And the biggest fear of retirees… by a mile… is the fear of running out of money. Therefore, it pays to know where you stand.
So, if you want to retire in the style that suits you, it’s important that you make well informed decisions about your money, both in the lead up as well as throughout your retirement.
Are you getting closer to retirement or recently retired?
If so, you’ve spent your entire working
life hoping to get to this point… the point in your life when you can afford to stop working.
You may have a problem though, and you many not even be aware of it.
I’m seeing people every week who are getting stung with high fees, invested in expensive products and have gaps in their strategies.
As a local independent financial adviser, I’m on a mission to show people in Orange how they can get more out of their retirement savings. Why is this important? Because money doesn’t buy you stuff, IT BUYS YOU CHOICES.
When it comes to how people are saving for and managing their retirement savings, many people have started thinking there has to be something better.
Depending on the circumstances, there’s a
Community members Hayden Gibbs O’Neill, Katy Chatfield, Alivya Powell, and Annette Steele. Discuss the 10 year plan prior to it going on exhibition.
Use Your Voice
Orange Coalition of Aboriginal Peak Organisations (CAPO) recently completed the Orange Aboriginal Place Based Plan (OAPBP) 2024-2034, a working document roadmap for supporting Aboriginal communities across Orange and are now seeking feedback on the current draft before the plan is finalised. This consultation period is open to all members of the community and will close Friday 20 December 2024.
“Long term planning within the Aboriginal community is not new, in fact the first 10year plan was published in 2014. What has changed over these last 10 years is the growth in the organisations and services now being provided” says Alivya Powell, Chief Executive Officer & Founder at Wambinya Enterprise, stakeholder in the consultation process.
Every six months, CAPO will bring community
members, government agencies, and other partners to check progress, discuss what’s working, and identify areas for improvement. These regular check-ins help keep the plan flexible and agile to new community needs and opportunities. Through this ongoing review, CAPO will gather new ideas, share what they’re learning, and make changes to strengthen outcomes in education, health, jobs, and cultural projects.
The Plan has been developed in partnership with range of diverse organisations including the Orange City Council (OCC), Orange United Sports Club (OUSC), TAFE NSW, Charles Sturt University (CSU), and the Orange Aboriginal Women’s Group. With these partners and others, CAPO are committed to building a plan that reflects the voices and hopes of the community.
reasonable chance they could be right! When it comes to your planning for your retirement, knowledge is power! If you want to learn some of the things you can do to put yourself in the driver’s seat when it comes to getting the most out of your retirement savings, then I’m holding a FREE ‘Retire in Style’ masterclass on Monday 25th November at 6.30 pm at the Orange Ex-Services Club. Get the facts, be empowered, do the best for you and your family. Simply scan the QR code and book yourself a seat, or give me a call on 0411 484 464.
If you’ve read this far then I hope to see you there!
Cheers, Daniel
THE GOOD ENOUGH PARENT
with EMILY THOMPSON
Confessions
I recently had a few drinks with friends and after we’d thoroughly discussed which Hemsworth brother we’d leave our husbands for, the topic of conversation turned to “failings”. Now, any parent who gets out of bed in the morning is absolutely winning, and the ones who don’t are also winning and I hope they are getting the help they need. Nobody ever warned me that parenting was the absolute best thing you’d ever do while also losing so much of yourself and your sleep in the process and simultaneously dealing with the infuriating and inexplicable fact that your kitchen cabinet doors are always open, no matter how many times you close them. But still, not doing it all can lead to feelings of inadequacy. So if you need to feel better about your parenting, read on. Here is my list of current parenting confessions.
Firstly, I spelled confessions incorrectly. Special shout-out to autocorrect and our editorial and proofreading staff. I then got distracted and listened to “Best of You” by the Foo Fighters, googled where Dave Grohl’s marriage is currently at, and did a BuzzFeed quiz about whether or not I have ADHD, all before writing the first paragraph. So, I’m not exactly smashing work at the moment. It’s late in the year and I’m tired.
Speaking of late in the year, it’s week something (4?5?) of term four, and it’s time to admit that I still don’t know which class Miss 10 is in. She’s in year 4, but all the classes are named after Australian animals, and I can’t retain that information. She’s a type of bird, I think, and that’s as close as I’m getting to an answer at this point. I’m assuming she’s in 3/4 Cassowary,
given her attitude, but that seems unlikely.
I’m completely unprepared for Christmas. I haven’t planned, bought or thought of a single thing. I spent last Christmas in ICU very unwell, and I might have some residual feelings about this that’s preventing me from thinking about this year. I might also just be end of year tired. The good news is hubby has stepped up in a big way, and almost everyone in the family is bought for. The bad news is that most of his shopping seems to have been at a place called “golf box” so I don’t know that I’m getting my favourite Meeraboo strawberry champagne candle this year.
I don’t know when presentation day is for either of the kids, and I won’t be going. They’ve both done amazingly well this year and their efforts will
be recognised, but I don’t have it in me. Don’t send in hate mail, however, because hubby ALWAYS goes to school assemblies, he’s much better at school stuff. One parent is enough. I don’t know what’s for dinner… Tonight, or at any point in the future. There’s duck in the fridge, so duck salad if I’m being lazy, Peking duck if I can be bothered making crepes, but most likely cereal. I did get a box of Crunchy Nut on sale last week so Miss 10 will be thrilled.
A few weeks ago someone sent in a “thumbs up” for me. I get these fairly regularly, and I secretly love them so very much, but this one said that I was more than good enough, and I cried. Thank you so, so much for your kind words, sometimes we all need reassurance that we’re doing okay xxx
Newmont Cadia mine reached a historic milestone this month, producing its 15 millionth ounce of gold from the site since it commenced operations back in 1998.
That is equivalent to filling almost two Caterpillar 793C Haul Trucks of gold (one of which is pictured on this page), making components for 12.5 billion smartphones or 75 million wedding rings.
And the copper Cadia produced during this time is enough to have helped power approximately 19 million Australian households through electrical wiring, pipes and appliances, based on the average family home containing 90 kilograms of copper.
Cadia’s General Manager, Tom Lukeman, said they are proud to have achieved this momentous milestone –producing 15 million ounces of gold from three operating mines, one open cut and
Cadia mines its 15 millionth ounce of gold
two underground.
“Cadia is a unique mine site. It is home to one of the largest gold and copper deposits in the world, and over its lifetime has been successful in delivering essential metals on a global scale,” Mr Lukeman said
“I would like to recognise the ongoing support and collaboration of the local community, who have helped grow the next generation of our workforce… It is the people that make our operation
special. We will share this celebration with those who made it possible across our site and community.”
Cadia’s operation provides employment for around 2,000 people across the central west, with approximately 85 per cent of their workforce living locally.
According to the company’s latest annual 18-month report (July 2022 to December 2023), Cadia invested almost $6 million into community infrastructure and programs.
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Eat Spanish, founded by local chef and former OC Life columnist Ruben Lopez Mesa, has won the prestigious Malaspina Award for the organisation’s e orts to create cultural bridges between Spain and Australia through food. (PHOTO: @jiwonkaeshoots)
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Eat Spanish, founded by local chef and former OC Life columnist Ruben Lopez Mesa, has won the prestigious Malaspina Award for the organisation’s efforts to create cultural bridges between Spain and Australia.
The Malaspina Award is an honour bestowed by the Embassy of Spain in Australia and the Association of Spanish Researchers in Australia-Pacific (SRAP). Each year, the award is given to one individual and one organisation in recognition of the contribution they’ve made building relationships between the two countries in culture, science, research and/or technology.
reason they gave it to us, because we are promoting that diversity, which it seems that no one is doing around the world,” Ruben said.
“Many people tend to narrow Spanish food and culture as one scene, and as you know, we have 17 different regions. For whatever reason that has never been said in English by anyone anywhere else. So, yeah. I’m very, very happy that it happened like this.”
It has been a big year for both Ruben and the Eat Spanish organisation, which has been building a growing profile and awareness of Spanish food in Australia.
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Earlier this year, Eat Spanish hosted a roundtable discussion about Spanish gastronomy at a major trade event in Sydney, and Ruben has made three guest appearances on SBS Food’s The Cook Up with Adam Liaw.
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“It’s incredible,” Ruben said. “We enter a very selective club full of international writers, scientists, universities, and now us as a trailblazer bringing gastronomical culture!”
The popularity of Spanish cuisine is on the rise world wide, Ruben said, and he believes Spanish dishes will soon become midweek staples for many Australian families.
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Ruben has long had a dream to see Spanish cuisine and recipes become a staple in Australian homes, something he wrote passionately about as a food columnist for this publication. The not-for-profit Eat Spanish was founded in 2018 with the same goal: to promote Spanish gastronomy and showcase Spanish chefs and foods here in Australia.
“We are living in a golden age,” he said.” Around the world, like in America [Spanish food] is going bonkers, in the UK it is going big as well, and now here in Australia. So yeah, definitely this is a golden age!”
The Malaspina Award will be presented at a ceremony at the Australian Academy of Science in Canberra on December 9.
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The Malaspina Award was given in recognition of that work, particularly for Eat Spanish’s promotion of the diversity of Spanish gastronomy, culture, heritage and traditions of the different regions of Spain, while also fostering collaboration between chefs, local producers and importers of Spanish products.
“One of the things I like the most is the
This award is named after the sailor Alejandro Malaspina, who led a scientific expedition under the Spanish flag between 1789 and 1794, carrying out studies of natural history, cartography, ethnography, astronomy, hydrography and medicine in Latin America, the Pacific and Australia.
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The Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club’s Ladies Day Show n Shine is back for a second year and promises to be bigger and better, with more cars, markets, and more at the Naylor Pavilion on Sunday, December 1.
Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club Vice President Linda Ogilvie said the initial ladies’ Show n Shine was created as a bit of a response to the annual Big Boys Toys Car and Truck Show held at West Orange Motors, but it looks set to continue on as an annual event.
“I have cars and I drive them and they’re registered in my name and I just felt that it was a bit one-sided that the men had Big Boys Toys, so we came up with a concept of having a ladies day car show,” Linda said, adding that since the inaugural Ladies Show n Shine in 2023, the Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club has seen an influx of new female members.
The Ladies Day Show n Shine on December 1 is open to both members and non-members, Linda said. If you have access to a classic, historic, antique, or vintage car, you are welcome to take part.
Just as all proceeds from the Big Boys Toys Car and Truck Show are donated to local cancer charity Can Assist Orange, Linda said money raised at the Show n Shine will be donated to The Orchard, the Housing Plus-operated refuge for women and children escaping domestic violence.
Getting ready for the Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club’s Ladies Day Show n Shine on December 1 areJanine Tozer, Linda Ogilvie, Daphne Clout and Marion Clout.
Ladies Day Show ‘n Shine for The Orchard
“It’s a $10 entry fee to enter your car in the show and we’ve got 10 trophy categories,” she said. You can share your car with your husband, just as long as you’re a woman driver, you can enter.”
The Show n Shine itself will get underway at 10am, but drivers are encouraged to take part in an informal street parade at 9am.
“We’re having the ladies and their cars and bikes meet at the Orange Function Centre at 8.45am for a quick drive and parade up the Orange main street before heading over to the Naylor Pavilion,”
Linda said.
Judging will take place between 10am and 12 noon, with the trophy presentation taking place at 1pm.
“It’s a gold coin donation for anyone who comes through the gates to have a look and the money’s all going to Housing Plus. We donated, I think it was about six or seven hundred dollars last year… Housing Plus raised over $500 just from selling sausage sandwiches, and it’s only going to be bigger this year,” Linda said
“I am aware that there are people from Cowra and Young coming, which is good and there’s a market with over 25 food and market stalls included this year —- so, bigger and better!”
The Ladies Day Show n Shine takes place at the Naylor Pavilion on Sunday, December 1. Market will run from 9am to 2pm with the Show n Shine commencing at 10am. For more information visit: gnooblas.com/ladiesday-all-welcome
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SPORTS CAM: CRICKET BLAST ACTION
Photos by JONATHAN ROE
The rain-delayed cricket season got underway for our junior Cricket Blast teams (Under 10s) last Thursday, November 14. Orange City Life was at Sir Jack Brabham Park to catch the action!
New Funding Boost for PTSD Support in the Central West
Phil DONATO MP
State Member for Orange
ORANGE GIRL GUIDES
I joined Mental Health Minister Rose Jackson and Stephen Lawrence MLC to announce a $20,000 investment in Lifeline Central West, enhancing PTSD support across our region.
This funding will:
1 Recruit local facilitators.
2 Launch a second peer-led support group.
3 Promote services to healthcare networks.
4 Expand geographically and increase meeting frequency.
These steps will strengthen mental health outcomes and ensure essential support for those impacted by PTSD in the central west.
Celebrating 100 years of Orange Girl Guides with a special high tea at their Peisley St Hall—what an amazing milestone! Excited to see the new canoes, trailer, and carport I helped secure funding for in action at Lake Canobolas this summer! Congratulations to Yvonne "Possum" MacRae and all who have dedicated themselves to empowering young girls and women through the Girl Guides movement. Here's to another century!
I am pleased to share updates from recent sittings in the NSW Parliament, where I have been working on several key issues for our region and the state.
SUPPORTING INNOVATION IN AGRICULTURE:
I extend my gratitude to my colleague and good friend, Roy Butler MP, Chair of the Investment, Industry and Regional Development Committee, and his fellow committee members for their dedication to the inquiry into the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment (Virtual Stock Fencing) Bill 2024.
The committee’s report, tabled in the Legislative Assembly, strongly supports this forward-thinking legislation. The findings highlight the undeniable benefits of virtual fencing technology for farmers. This innovation represents a significant step forward in agricultural technology, helping farmers across NSW remain competitive in an increasingly challenging marketplace.
I am committed to progressing this bill, with the prospect of legislating this vital tool for livestock farming.
ADVOCATING FOR JUSTICE
Let’s continue to support Lifeline Central West and their vital work!
CRICKET
CRICKET - it brings Australians and communities together. Thank you and congratulations to Rotary Club of Orange Daybreak for hosting a successful Dream Cricket Gala Day at Wade Park in Orange. 130 students participated from schools across the electorate. Well done to all involved!
BIDDY PORTER'S CASE:
I recently addressed the Attorney General to request the use of ministerial discretion under Section 28 of the Coroners Act 2009 to call for an inquest into the tragic murder of 10-year-old Biddy Porter.
Following the Attorney General’s response, we now await a review and response from the State Coroner in the coming weeks. This is a critical step toward seeking answers and justice for Biddy and her family.
IMPROVED PASSENGER RAIL SERVICES FOR ORANGE:
As part of my ongoing advocacy for better transport options in our region, I led a public interest debate in the Legislative Assembly focusing on improved passenger rail services for Orange.
The active engagement from Minister Jenny Aitchison MP and her team at Transport for NSW is encouraging. Their commitment to engaging with the local community shows promise for positive outcomes. Improved rail services will benefit residents and the broader region by enhancing connectivity and economic opportunities.
ABORTION SERVICES RESTORED AT ORANGE HEALTH SERVICE:
The Premier addressed concerns regarding abortion services, an issue of significant interest to our community in Orange and the broader region.
During Question Time, the Premier confirmed that abortion services at Orange Health Service have been fully restored to previous levels, ensuring accessible and transparent reproductive healthcare for our community. This follows active discussions and advocacy around maintaining essential services in regional public hospitals.
Additionally, the NSW Government is investing $3.5 million into the Sustainable and Equitable Access to Reproductive Choices (SEARCH) Project, which focuses on improving access to affordable pregnancy terminations, particularly in rural and regional areas. This initiative has been extended for another two years, reflecting its success in supporting regional communities.
These developments underline the commitment to ensuring safe, equitable, and reliable access to reproductive healthcare across the state. Thank you for your continued engagement in advocating for these essential services in our region.
I remain dedicated to working on these and other initiatives to benefit our communities. As always, your feedback and support are invaluable as we strive to make meaningful progress for our region.
Cheers, Phil
ART REVIEW
By Bradley Hammond, Orange Regional Gallery Director
Archibald Prize 2024 the People’s Choice in Orange
Visitors viewing Archibald Prize 2024 People’s Choice award-winning portrait of Professor Marcia Langton AO by Angus McDonald.
All of us at Orange Regional Gallery have been delighted with the response to the ‘Archibald Prize 2024’ and ‘Young Archie Central West’ exhibitions, both of which closed last weekend. The exhibitions drew audiences from the region and across Australia, with over 10,000 people visiting the exhibitions. This is the highest attendance for any exhibition in the Gallery’s nearly 40-year history.
This extraordinary touring exhibition, presented by the Art Gallery of NSW, is shown roughly every 5 years at Orange Regional Gallery. This is yet another example of the Art Gallery of NSW’s commitment to bringing high-quality exhibitions to regional audiences. And there is more to come with ‘Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio’ scheduled for Orange in 2025.
We’re also pleased to announce that the winner of the Archibald Prize 2024 People’s Choice award in Orange is Angus McDonald’s powerful portrait of Marcia Langton AO.
It is an astonishing painting that presents distinguished
anthropologist, geographer and academic Professor Marcia Langton AO in exquisite detail, and with great presence.
Professor Langton is a descendant of the Yiman and Bidjara nations of Queensland who has been Foundation Chair of Australian Indigenous Studies at the University of Melbourne since 2000.
‘Marcia is charismatic, curious, direct and one of our deepest thinkers. She has a well of stories which she relates with razor-sharp detail and humour. At the same time, she radiates kindness and warmth,’ says McDonald.
‘I wanted to portray her as both a pivotal figure in Australian social history and someone who has lived an incredible life. I placed her just right of centre to suggest a sense of stepping away and handing the baton to a younger group of activists after a lifetime of tireless commitment. She gazes up and to the left to reflect that she has persistently followed her own path. Although she is an analytical thinker, I see her as a mystic who emanates love and wisdom.’
Archibald Prize 2024 is an Art Gallery of NSW touring exhibition.
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YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL AT WORK
Residents encouraged to have their say to create new Community Strategic Plan
As Orange City Council settles into its new term, it’s time for us determine the community’s priorities for our city for the next four years.
Residents are being encouraged to share their ideas and aspirations for Orange to create the Council’s Community Strategic Plan (CSP).
A CSP is developed after every local government election to guide the Council during the next term. It is our highest-level plan and translates the community’s desired outcomes for the city into key goals.
Orange Mayor Tony Mileto said the theme for the new CSP is ‘Your Community. Your Plan.’
“The community’s input is vital in forming this plan. It’s the community’s plan,” Cr Mileto said.
“That’s why we want as many people as possible to share their thoughts and views with us. They are the foundation of the CSP and will guide Orange City Council over the next four years.”
During November and December, Orange City Council will conduct extensive consultation with the community and locals have the chance to share their thoughts, concerns, aspirations and ideas with us.
Online, people can visit YourSay Orange at https:// yoursay.orange.nsw.gov.au/ to share their ideas and like other people’s ideas, place pins on a map to show locations that matter and complete a survey.
A pop-up stall will be held at Orange City Centre
Community initiatives recognised in Tidy Towns awards
Orange scored several wins in this year’s Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns Awards presented in Bathurst recently.
Awards were presented in 12 categories, along with the overall Tidy Towns prize.
Parkes won the Overall NSW Tidy Towns Award and will go on to compete at the national awards in May, however, Orange took out the overall NSW Tidy Towns prize in its category for regional cities with a population of more than 23,000 people.
Orange also took out awards in these categories:
• Wangarang Industries’ Return
and Earn Centre won the Circular Economy award for its population category.
• Orange United Sports Club picked up a Highly Commended award in the Community Spirit & Inclusion category.
• Orange’s City Council’s community vegetable garden won the Liveable Towns award for its population category.
• Orange High School’s ‘Don’t Be Trashy’ waste campaign won the Waste Avoidance award for its population category.
• Orange’s City Council’s ‘The Local Fallen’ campaign won the Heritage and Culture Award in its
from 9am to 12pm on Thursday 28 November.
Four public community forums will be held at Orange Civic Centre for residents to have their say in-person on:
• Tuesday 3 December 2024, 1pm-2:30pm or 6pm-7:30pm
• Thursday 5 December 2024, 10am-11:30am or 6pm-7:30pm
“Orange is a widely diverse local government area and Council is committed to ensuring everyone has an opportunity to contribute to shaping the CSP,” Cr Mileto said.
Community consultation will end on Monday 6 January.
s population category.
‘The Local Fallen’ featured 40 street banners displayed along Summer Street in the lead up to Anzac Day to remember the sacrifice of local servicemen killed in action while serving in the armed forces during wartime.
Orange Mayor Tony Mileto congratulated the winners.
“There are so many brilliant
community initiatives happening in Orange that contribute to what makes Orange such a fantastic place to live,” Cr Mileto said.
“I was pleased to attend the awards ceremony in Bathurst and hear some of the stories behind these awards.
“We’ll be looking for an opportunity to bring the award winners together in Orange to thank them and present some certificates.”
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YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR PLAN: The community’s views are the foundations of the CSP and will guide Orange City Council over the next four years. s
TIDY HAUL: Orange City Council Sustainability Officer Eli Todman, Orange Mayor Tony Mileto, Wangarang Industries CEO Kevin McGuire and Orange City Council Natural Resources Coordinator Andy Cole.
Let’s Feast @ PFC Orange
The
best Korean Fried Chicken
you’ve ever tasted now even better value!
PFC Orange is home to the best Korean Fried Chicken you’ve ever tasted, and now it’s even better value.
PFC Orange founder Peter Son is dedicated to creating the very best fried chicken he can.
Not willing to take shortcuts, all chicken is cut, marinated, and then fried to crispy perfection to be enjoyed ‘OG’, with ‘Snowy’ seasoning, flavourpacked Garlic Soy sauce or Crazy Hot with a gochujang kick.
After listening to customer feedback, Peter’s introduced some money-saving combos and lunchtime specials that are easy on the hip pocket.
Stop by PFC Orange’s spacious new North Orange premises between 11am and 4pm and you can pick up a serve of Peter’s delicious fried chicken starting from $14. Or there’s the new Smoky Rice Bowl or
Garlic Soy Rice Bowl lunch specials – also just $14!
For great flavour and terrific value at any time of the day try the new Karage Cheesy Wrap; it’s PFC’s delicious take on the Japanese classic made with chicken breast, fresh lettuce and onion, cheddar cheese, cheese sauce and PFC’s own special house sauce.
And PFC’s Couple’s Combo is back: Your choice of any two flavours of PFC Chicken and a box of premium crispy chips for just $37.
Have a few more mouths to feed? Grab the popular new Family Meal deal, which included your choice of any three flavours of PFC Chicken, two boxes of premium crispy chips, a dipping sauce and two cans of soft drink for $68.
Also new on the menu is the Mini Bingsu, a popular Korean shaved ice dessert with sweet
toppings of red bean paste, condensed milk, mochi and soybean powder. Once you try it, you are guaranteed to be back for more!
PFC Orange also offers a range of traditional Korean favourites such as Tteokbokki, Vege Pancake, spicy Seafood Tofu Soup (Sundubu-jigae), and sides including Kimchi, Seaweed Rolls, Cheese Sticks, and Pickled Radish. Their spacious North Orange premises is licensed and carries a range of Australian, international and Korean beers, as well as Makkoli (lightly sparkling rice wine), and flavoured and traditional Soju.
PFC Orange is located at the North Orange Shopping Centre, Shop 15/9 Telopea Way, and is open from 11am to 8pm, seven days a week. Make a booking or order takeaway online at www.pfcorange.com. Home delivery is also available every day from 5.30pm-7.30pm.
what’s happening in orange
LIVE MUSIC at the Victoria Hotel!
Join Melbourne (Naarm) five-piece Ebi Nori and The Phantom Fingers as they celebrate their debut release, MOTH SONG, at the Victoria Hotel this Friday, November 22.
The Phantoms bring an exciting blend of postrock, grunge, and post-punk that sit underneath Ebi’s soul strung songwriting, taking inspiration from folk and classic song structures. Think if Smashing Pumpkins, Nick Cave, Jeff Buckley and The Drones combined to take force and birth PHANTOMS.
Catch Ebi Nori and The Phantom Fingers at the Vic this Friday, November 22, from 8pm. Entry is free.
Then on Sunday afternoon, November 24, Justin Landers will be performing in the beer garden at the Vic from 2–5pm.
The Greenhouse of Orange
Live Music on the Lawn - Jade Gibson, Mariachi Band and DJ Dave O’Hara
An incredible lineup of entertainment at the Greenhouse of Orange this weekend!
On Friday, Jade Gibson is back to perform on the Greenhouse Lawn from 6pm. Then on Saturday the Greenhouse Lawn will be transformed into the ultimate Mexican Fiesta House Party!
The Rooftop will be filled with the delicious aroma of authentic Mexican street food, a roaming mariachi band to serenade you, and frozen margaritas available all day
Gather your crew, don your sombreros and ponchos, and prepare to indulge in a taco and nacho feast! Keep the party vibes going with DJ Dave O’Hara taking to the decks from
Meg & Lucy
Live Music at the Wentworth Orange
Andrew Drummond, Clancy Pye and DJ Pyronic
Head on out to the Wentworth this Friday, where Phil Davidson will take the stage to perform from 8pm.
Then wind up your weekend at the Wentworth Sunday Sessions with Meg & Lucy from 2–4pm.
Jade Gibson
Mariachi Band
orange and surrounding regions
...It’s going to be the biggest and best that you’ve ever seen Robbie Mortimer...
Hometown theatre gig a 20-year dream come true
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Orange Civic Theatre as local country star Robbie Mortimer takes the stage for a headline show that’s been 20 years in the making.
The last twelve months have been huge for Robbie Mortimer. From performing at rodeo arenas all around Australia as the PBR’s resident artist to massive festival gigs and skyrocketing streaming numbers, Robbie ‘s heading into 2025 with a lot of momentum.
“I’ve had a massive, massive year, which has been really special… a lot of things happening going in the right direction and probably the biggest year of my career so far!” says Robbie.
“The PBR has been incredible… I’ve been contracted for the last two seasons; flying all over Australia and playing at these sold-out arenas has just been the most incredible opportunity for me!
“I’ve got about 1.5 million streams since March, which is incredible… at shows, to see people singing all these songs that I wrote and being excited for what I’m doing, it’s really special!”
On November 29, Robbie will be back in town performing at the Orange Civic Theatre, in what he says will be the most significant show of his career so far.
“The Civic Theatre show is… honestly, it’s been a 20year dream of mine,” says Robbie.
“I was saying to someone the other day that I was the Scarecrow at my Bletchington school play when I was 10 years old and I remember being on that stage and thinking, I’m going to sell this out one day.
“Twenty years later I have the opportunity to do that, so it’s a bit of a pinch-me moment! I’ve worked really, really hard to get to this position and I’m very proud of that, but the job’s not done. Now I’ve got to sell this out!”
Robbie’s headline show in Orange comes hot on the heels of the release of his latest single Good Times & Tan Lines. It’s his fifth release of the year and a feelgood summer anthem born out of an unforgettable festival experience on a Florida beach.
“Everybody was smiling, loving their life, and all gathered for the same thing, which was the love of country music. I saw a sign that said ‘Good Times & Tan Lines’... I took a photo of it and thought, I’m going to write a song about this exact feeling,” says Robbie.
“It’s a really fun, upbeat, and happy summer song and the response has been really amazing!”
Along with all his current hits, Robbie says the Orange Civic Theatre show will be a bit of a journey throughout his career, with a selection of unreleased tracks and insight into the stories behind the music
“The songs that I wrote here in my bedroom in Orange, and then songs that I have written over in Nashville with some of the world’s best-ever songwriters… I’m bringing people on the journey and showing them where I’ve been and where I’m about to go,” says Robbie.
“A good blend of storytelling and great musicianship. However, there’s always going to be that kind of highenergy country rock that you’d expect at a Robbie Mortimer show as well! “I’ve got a six-piece band with me and we’ve put so much effort into this show. It’s going to be the biggest and best that you’ve ever seen Robbie Mortimer! I’m really excited for it!”
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Robbie’s music, this show will be an experience not to be missed. Join Robbie Mortimer and his band for his Good Times & Tan Lines Tour at the Orange Civic Theatre, 7.30pm on Friday, November 29.
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE GIRL GUIDES
Photos by HENRY DEROOY
The Orange Girl Guides celebrated their 100th birthday on Saturday, November 16. The celebration took the form of a special high tea at their hall in Peisley Street, which was attended by current and former guides and special guests, including Orange Mayor Tony Miletto, Senator Jacqui Lambie, Federal Member for Calare Andrew Gee and NSW Member for Orange, Phil Donato.
Jessica Keppie received the “Boronia” award for good service to Girl Guiding in Orange and the Central West Region
Senator Jacqui Lambie with Judy and Tracey Hansen
Jes Evans, Nadia and Francesca Silvestro with Helen James
Phil and Nadia Donato, Lee Judd, Yvonne MacRae, Andrew Gee and Tony Mileto
Keira Chown, Victoria Frame, Sandra Frame and Pauline Davidson
Karen Kloosterman, Robyn Hall and Alison Banks
Vicki, Liz, Cassie and Samantha Talbot
Kate Anderson, Bronson Sheedy and Allyce Attenborough
THUR 2112.30, 5.30 FRI 2212.30*, 5.45 SAT 23 10.00*, 5.30 SUN 2412.30, 5.30, 7.45 MON 25 12.30, 5.30
TUES 2612.30, 7.45 WED 27 12.30, 7.45
Irecently had the pleasure of hosting Senator Jacqui Lambie in Orange and the region to attend a range of different events.
On Friday night we had a terrific dinner at Orange City Bowling Club which was a night of wit, grit and leadership!
Jacqui took centre stage during the Q and A session, teeing off on many topics including cost-of-living, disability support services, environmental policy, education, healthcare and the need to support our veterans.
The big talking point of the night was the power of true Independents in Parliament, something Jacqui and I are very passionate about!
I’m a genuine and true country Independent, and I value and treasure that independence. I’m not going to be owned by anyone and that’s why I’ve been very determined to maintain my independence, both in the Parliament and out of it.
The National Party is backed by big city corporates like big tobacco and big insurance companies that caused so much misery across our region in the floods of 2022.
Climate 200 is backed by a big city billionaire in Simon Holmes a Court.
They’ve now put a Teal candidate (Kate Hook) in the field for Calare backed by their big city money, which by the time we get to the election, will probably total hundreds of thousands of dollars. But why the coyness about who you are and who’s backing you? Let’s talk frankly, it’s a de facto political party – the Teal Party. To me, that’s not true independence!
Everyone’s welcome to run for office and I believe we have an obligation to protect our environment
I
t was an hour to attend Saturday’s centenary celebrations at Orange Guide Hall, with special guest Jacqui Lambie!
To make it an even more special occasion, I presented leaders
Kathryn Anderson with her Banksia Award and Jessica Keppie with her Boronia Award! Both are very high honours in Guiding. Jess also won “Educator of the Year” at the recent Central West Mummy Awards!
A VERY WARM WELCOME TO SENATOR JACQUI LAMBIE!
We discussed how being free of major parties, big corporations and special interest groups and their big money allows us to truly represent our constituents.
A huge shoutout and thank you to the one and only Jacqui for making the trip all the way from Tasmania.
It sure was a visit to remember!
VETERAN
MEETS VETERANS!
As a proud veteran herself, Jacqui and I spent time with veterans from around the region on Saturday at the Orange Ex Services Club.
We discussed Jacqui’s time in the army as a truckie and as a military police officer, the problems veterans are facing now and
for future generations and that includes tackling issues like global warming.
But I’ve now seen all major parties like the National Party and special interest groups like Climate 200/Teal Party up close and believe me, they’re all the same.
They’re all political operators. They may wear different uniforms but they’re just different sides of the same political coin, using big money to gain and expand political power, influence and empires. Together they will spend millions campaigning for this seat.
So when you see all the slick ads on TV and social media – ask yourself: where’s the money coming from? And what strings are attached? And keep in mind that slick ads are no substitute for hard work on the ground. As the Beatles famously sang, money doesn't always buy you love!
To my way of thinking, we need more true Independents in parliament that aren’t going to be wholly owned subsidiaries of anyone.
As the only true country Independent in the race, I know I won’t be.
Congratulations to you both.
Guiding is all about fun, friendship, and developing skills and values that last a lifetime.
Congratulations to Yvonne MacRae (Possum) and everyone who has contributed to the wonderful success of Orange Girl Guides!
As Girl Guides Australia’s founder, Betty Clay once said, “A girl can do anything she sets her mind to”.
Here’s to another century of empowering women!
how we can best support them.
I first met Jacqui when I was the Minister for Veterans Affairs and she’s been a fierce advocate for veterans ever since she first set foot in Canberra.
We share a passion for helping veterans and our stance on successive governments not doing enough to support them, like clearing the back log of veterans' compensation claims. As Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, I threatened to resign my cabinet ministry because veterans were not being properly funded. The government coughed up the money.
It was a pleasure to have Jacqui in Orange to hear the stories of our local veterans.
National Party Upper House parliamentarian Sam Farraway should resign from his New South Wales Parliamentary position immediately.
Campaigning for a federal seat while you’re being paid $242,716 a year ($20,226 per month) by the New South Wales taxpayer has always been totally untenable.
It saves the National Party having to pay him a salary while he’s on the campaign trail but amounts to a major political party gaming the system.
The situation turned farcical recently when at a press conference Mr Farraway denied he was campaigning but at the same press conference, the Leader of the Nationals, David Littleproud confirmed they were.
Mr Farraway originally said that he would resign from the New South Wales Parliament when the Prime Minister called an election.
By now saying he’ll give his final speech in November, Mr Farraway has admitted that
campaigning for a federal seat while on the NSW taxpayer’s payroll, is wrong.
There is no reason to delay. He should resign immediately. No ifs, no buts.
Mr Farraway’s statement doesn’t actually name a resignation date.
By delaying his resignation until the 9th December he gets paid almost another $41,000 and the money train keeps delivering him another $4,654 each and every week until he finally goes.
Not only should Mr Farraway resign now, but the National Party should repay to the New South Wales Parliament the tens of thousands of dollars it has cost-shifted onto the New South Wales taxpayer by letting Mr Farraway campaign for a federal seat while being paid to do a fulltime job for the people of this state.
Under the National Party of old, this would never have been allowed to happen. Those days are long gone.
Home Life!
Create your summer sanctuary
Summer is right around the corner, and it provides the perfect opportunity to refresh and brighten up your home. With long warm days and sunlight streaming through the windows, it’s time to bring that summer energy indoors. Transform your living space into a slice of paradise for you and your family to enjoy throughout the warmer months.
For achieving a fresh interior, the colours and materials you use can make a world of difference. Light fabrics such as linen provide a soft relaxing feel in your space. This Harley sofa uses a loose cover design and scatter cushions to enhance its relaxed look, paired with deep feather seating to have you feel like you are lounging on a cloud. Using rustic accents and minimal
styling, this living room look is perfect for summer.
When it comes to dining areas, you can never go wrong with timber. These pieces lend an organic touch to your home while providing durability and longevity. Using timber furniture requires a point of consistency by having the same tones, stains and overall designs across the pieces in your home. We love the look of mango wood, shown here in the Mango Creek dining table paired with gorgeous crosshatched rattan in the Dallas chairs. This dining setting has a fresh and inviting look, featuring gorgeous detailing to flow from the dining room to the kitchen area.
Make your house feel like a home and discover furniture and homewares collections that will live with you through every moment. OZ Design. For Life.
Home Life!
Transform Your Outdoor Space with Ecoscape Lawns & Gardens
Experts in lawn care, lawn renovations and landscape construction.
Are you looking to create a lush lawn, refresh your garden, or develop a new entertaining area? At Ecoscape Lawns & Gardens, we specialise in transforming lawns and gardens with premium services tailored to Orange and surrounding areas.
Whether you need hydromulching for a new lawn, a comprehensive lawn renovation, or targeted fertilising and weed control, we have the skills and solutions to keep your outdoor space thriving. Here are a few of our recommended services for this time of year.
1. Lawn Renovations
Give your lawn the care it deserves with our Lawn
Renovation service. A healthy lawn starts with the right foundation. Our renovation process includes soil testing, scarifying, core aerating, applying soil amendments, topdressing, oversowing and fertilising.
These essential practices strengthen your lawn’s resilience, ensuring it stays healthy and vibrant throughout the seasons. Perfect for reviving your lawn after a dry spell or just giving it a much-needed boost!
2. Fertiliser Fridays
We’re excited to launch Fertiliser Fridays! Our seasonalspecific fertiliser mixes are designed to give your lawn the nutrients it needs while tackling common pests and weeds. You can schedule an application directly through our website at ecoscapelawns.com.au
Want year-round care? Our Lawn Club subscription
offers regular, tailored treatments throughout the year to ensure your lawn is always at its best.
3. Hydromulching
Establishing a new lawn? Hydromulch is a wood fibre material containing seed, water and fertiliser, delivering the required nutrients for your new lawn to establish. It’s an eco-friendly, moisture-retaining solution that when applied, creates a bond to the soil, forming a porous and absorbent layer. This layer is flexible and resistant to erosion, promoting rapid germination and accelerated plant growth.
With years of experience, top-quality products and expert care, our team is here to help you achieve the outdoor space of your dreams. Let’s make your lawn the envy of the neighbourhood!
Home Life!
The friendly hardware store that has everything, including the kitchen sink
Mitre 10 is a beloved family and locallyowned business that has proudly served the Central West for over 38 years.
Located at 253 McLachlan Street in Orange, this local gem employs locals and actively supports other local businesses.
When you step inside Mitre 10, you’ll discover a comprehensive range of products for all your home improvement needs – all the way from the foundation of your home to the finishing touches in your kitchen and bathroom.
This is truly a one-stop shop, catering to projects of every size. Whether you’re
tackling a small bathroom refresh or planning a complete property overhaul, Mitre 10 Orange has you covered.
A standout feature is the new Design 10 centre, an impeccably appointed showroom which is a comprehensive hub for all your renovation and new build needs. This fully-stocked display allows customers to explore a variety of essentials for bathroom and kitchen projects, and see the finished product. Here, you can enjoy a complimentary 90-minute consultation with their knowledgeable team, and work together to see your project to completion. This personalised service helps you plan your renovations and ensures that your vision
is perfectly aligned with your individual lifestyle and preferences.
As the warmer weather approaches, Mitre 10 is the perfect place to enhance your outdoor living space. They offer an extensive selection of gardening essentials, including landscaping supplies, lawnmowers, and garden supplies to help you create your own backyard oasis.
Their team is dedicated to making your shopping experience as smooth as possible, offering services like easy gas bottle swaps to prepare your barbecue for summer.
As you head into the holiday period, why don’t you explore the fantastic paint department for all those touch-ups in time
for guests? Speak to the experts to help you get the job done right the first time.
Convenience is key at Mitre 10, with options like click-and-collect to streamline your shopping experience. If you need larger items, local delivery is also available, ensuring that you get everything you need without the hassle of hiring a trailer.
Mitre 10 & Design 10 are open Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8am to 12pm.
Whether you’re starting a new project or sprucing up your home, visit the friendly staff today and discover where innovation meets inspiration for your home!
Home Life!
Orange Glass and Glazing Service can manufacture new shower screens with many options available.
The Orange business has selections for traditional framed, semi-frameless or fully frameless styles, plus fixed shower panels and bath screens.
Orange Glass and Glazing Service codirector Leanne Herbert said the business aims to match in with customers’ tapware and hardware colours.
“We always aim to work in with the particular style a client is trying to achieve,” she said.
“We can offer either supply and install or supply-only options, and we can also remove an existing old shower screen before installing a new one.”
Orange Glass and Glazing Service performs many installations for new builds or full bathroom renovations but can also help any customer who just wants a new shower screen in an existing bathroom.
HIS PICKS COLLECTIVE
your local destination for hidden treasures
Glass and Glazing Service
The Orange business has a wide range of custom-sized mirrors, with options for either polished edge or bevelled edge in many different shapes including square, rectangle, oval, circle, arched.
Framed mirrors are also available (in square and rectangle shape only) with multiple colour options offered to suit any individual space.
Husband-and-wife team Allen Herbert and Leanne Herbert are co-directors having purchased Orange Glass and Glazing Service a little more than two years ago.
The business enjoys helping prospective customers looking to make an addition or enhancement to their property.
Orange Glass and Glazing Service can also install security screen doors, barrier screens, fly screens, pool fences, balustrades, dog or cat doors and much more. To find out more, please see the accompanying advertisement.
Looking for something truly unique or a gift that stands out? His Picks Collective is your destination for fascinating finds that cater to all tastes. From rare antiques to quirky vintage gems, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of distinctive pieces that make a statement.
What’s New? We’re always adding to our ever-growing collection, and here are some exciting recent additions:
Vintage Toy Box: Our new Vintage Toy Box is a treasure trove of nostalgia, featuring antique dolls, rocking horses, and tinplate toys. Whether you’re a collector or just love the charm of vintage playthings, this collection will take you back in time.
Farmhouse Kitchen: We’ve expanded our farmhouse kitchen collection with more classic kitchen wares, including silver-plated cutlery, dinner sets, bread bins, mixing bowls, and more. These pieces add character and warmth to any kitchen, perfect for vintage lovers and those who appreciate a bit of retro charm.
The Perfect Christmas Gift With the holiday season just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to find a special gift that’s unlike anything else. Whether you’re buying in advance or searching for something last-minute, we have an array of items that will
make anyone’s Christmas memorable:
Art Glass: We have a stunning selection of Murano-style glass, drinking glasses in all colours and shapes—perfect for someone who loves unique home decor or enjoys entertaining.
Vintage Jewellery: Our collection of vintage jewellery features beautiful gold chains, silver bangles, statement rings, brooches, and more. Whether it’s a gift for someone special or a treat for yourself, these timeless pieces are sure to impress.
Unique Collectibles: For the collector or history enthusiast, we have truly one-of-akind pieces like antique Victorian christening gowns, a rare 1920s ebony and ivory domino set, and even a fully intact World War I thermos.
Special Pieces: Looking for a statement piece? Check out our massive decorative Chinese teapot, antique Japaenese silk kimonos, statement Victorian Christening Gowns or a charming antique brass chestnut roaster. Whether you’re adding to your collection or searching for the perfect gift, come visit His Picks Collective and uncover something truly special! Our moto is, your next treasure awaits.
Home Life!
Local Welding & Industrial Supplies: A Family-Owned Approach to Exceptional Service
In a world where big-box retailers dominate the landscape, a new contender is emerging in the welding and industrial supplies arena: Weld Ware Pty Ltd, a familyowned business founded in 2024 by Zacc, a seasoned boilermaker and Callie Douglas. More than just a business; it’s a family affair, with roots firmly planted in the Orange Region since 2015. With three young kids in tow, they are proud to serve locals with a personal touch.
Community-Centric Philosophy
Being a family-run business means that Weld Ware is deeply rooted in the community. They understand the unique needs of local industries and craftspeople
and actively engage with customers to provide the best possible solutions. The team aims to become a hub for local professionals, offering not just supplies but also workshops and training sessions to help customers sharpen their skills. “Our goal is not just to sell products but to build lasting relationships based on trust and understanding,” Zacc explains.
Competitive Pricing Without Compromise Competing with larger chains can be daunting, but Weld Ware is tackling the challenge head-on. By carefully managing inventory and establishing strong partnerships with suppliers, they’re able to offer competitive pricing that rivals even
the biggest names in the industry. “We understand that our customers are looking for quality at a fair price,” Zacc adds. “We work hard to ensure that they don’t have to sacrifice one for the other.”
A Comprehensive Product Range Weld Ware is committed to providing a comprehensive range of products. From welding equipment, PPE, Workwear, Hand & Power tools, Grinding & Abrasives, Gas supply and much more, their shelves are stocked with essentials. However, they recognize that specific needs may not always be readily available.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for in
We offer project planning support for every industry, every job. Whether you are a weekend DIYer or a large industrial company.
DEMOS AND TRAINING
Experience our equipment firsthand with in-house demonstrations.
GAS SUPPLY
We provide a variety of gases, including refills and new cylinders.
their online store or on their shelves, rest assured that Weld Ware will go the extra mile to source it for you. “If we don’t have it, we’ll find it,” promises Zacc.
The Future Looks Bright
As Weld Ware continues to grow, its focus on customer service, competitive pricing, and community involvement remains unwavering, they are dedicated to becoming a trusted partner for all welding and industrial needs.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, visit Weld Ware today and experience the difference for yourself!
Enjoy the convenience of free delivery within Orange and surrounding areas, ensuring your supplies reach you promptly.
EQUIPMENT REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
Our team of trained technicians offers repair and maintenance services for welding equipment to extend its lifespan and optimise performance.
PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE
Our Price Match Guarantee means that if you find a lower priced identical item that’s in stock with a competitor, we’ll match it.
Home Life!
Blinds by Design Expands:
and Crimsafe to Orange
Blinds by Design is thrilled to announce that we’re expanding! We’ll soon be opening a brand-new showroom in Orange, making it even easier for local residents to experience the style, quality, and craftsmanship that we’re known for. Coming in April 2025, our new showroom will bring our full range of Luxaflex window treatments and Crimsafe security products right to your doorstep.
Our Products and Expertise
Whether you’re building a new home or updating your space, Blinds by Design has a range of products to suit every style. Our Luxaflex Roller Blinds are a perfect blend of elegance and convenience, available in a variety of fabrics from blackout to light filtering. For a classic and sophisticated touch, our Plantation Shutters offer superb
light control and privacy, designed to elevate any room’s look and feel.
Our gorgeous Curtains provide not only a stylish finish but also extra insulation to help manage indoor temperatures efficiently. And, if you’re looking to extend your living space outdoors, our Outdoor Blinds and Awnings create a seamless transition, offering shade and weather protection without compromising style or durability.
Luxaflex Outdoor Awning Range
At Blinds by Design, we know that outdoor spaces are just as important as indoor ones. That’s why we offer highperformance Luxaflex awnings that bring comfort and style to any patio, deck, or alfresco area.
Our Luxaflex Folding Arm Awnings are a top choice for those seeking adjustable shade and elegant design. These awnings come with innovative wind sensors
that automatically retract the arms in high winds, providing peace of mind and protecting your investment. With customisable sizes and fabric options, our folding arm awnings are perfect for enjoying the outdoors while staying cool and shaded.
For those seeking robust weather resistance, our Luxaflex Magnatrack Awnings are built to withstand extreme conditions, rated to handle winds up to an impressive 180 km/h. The Magnatrack system uses a magnetic force to hold the fabric taut, ensuring a smooth, stable appearance even in strong winds. These awnings not only shield you from the sun but also offer privacy, temperature control, and unparalleled durability in the toughest climates.
Why Choose Blinds by Design?
Choosing Blinds by Design means choosing quality, expertise, and a team
that truly cares. We take pride in guiding you through every step of your window treatment journey, from in-depth consultations to precise measurements and seamless installation. Plus, our team is always on hand for any maintenance and repairs to keep your blinds, shutters, and screens in top condition.
Visit Our New Showroom in April 2025 We’re counting down to the opening of our Orange showroom and can’t wait to bring our products and services to the local community. This new location will allow us to serve Orange residents with the same care and quality we’re known for. Stay tuned for more updates, and in the meantime, we welcome you to explore our Bathurst showroom or book an in-home consultation.
Discover the difference with Blinds by Design – coming to an area near you in April 2025!
A stunning tree-lined driveway with breathtaking views to Mount Canobolas welcomes you to an exceptional 40-acre estate. "Koonardoo" is a serene and peaceful setting offering unparalleled privacy, highlighted by a magnificent dam with a jetty, perfect for leisure activities or to simply sit on the verandah and admire. The current owners say "their favourite part of the day is coming home to Koonardoo".
The contemporary home was thoughtfully renovated and designed with family living in mind, boasting seamless connections between bedrooms and living areas through a breezeway. You will admire the amazing views from all aspects of the home.
The residence comprises five spacious bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, serviced by a well-appointed three-way bathroom. The master bedroom features a walk-in robe, ensuite, and stunning views. A dedicated home office with custom joinery caters to work-from-home needs. The modern kitchen, finished with quality appliances, and a large island bench, is located at the heart of the home, offering impressive views and a walk-in pantry with power, making it ideal for both cooking enthusiasts and family gatherings.
Two distinct living areas, including a formal space with a wood fireplace, complement the open-plan dining area. An addition to the multiple living spaces is the undercover alfresco area, with amazing views over the dam. Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning ensures year-round comfort, with a laundry that includes external access and a third toilet. "Koonardoo" is bright, functional, and ready for immediate occupancy.
This neat & tidy 4 bedroom brick home sits on 603sq/m on the quiet Molloy Drive. As you enter the home, you get a beautiful feel as it opens to a bright and inviting living area. The master suite is located at the front, bathed in morning sunlight & generous in size, with a walk in robe & ensuite bathroom. The entry also provides internal access to the double garage, the garage also provides access to the rear yard.
The other 3 bedrooms are a comfortable size & come with built in wardrobes & ceiling fans. These bedrooms are serviced by a large main bathroom - large bath & shower with separate toilet next door. The laundry offers extra linen storage, space for a washing machine & dryer and external access.
The kitchen features modern appliances, a large pantry, breakfast bench that flows to the dining/ living area both over-looking the backyard & alfresco dining area. The home has ducted heating throughout and split system air conditioning for the warmer months that are just around the corner. The low maintenance backyard offers the new owners the opportunity to make their mark on this home, or as is, would be perfectly suited to an investor.
Whether
• Subdivided into three main paddocks, all suitable for cultivation
• Power connected
• The original homestead still is present, making a great starting point to build onto
• Irrigation hydrants set up ready to go
• Two equipped bores. 1 x 1,000gal/hr, 1 x 3,000gal/hr
• Most recently used to grow potatoes, the soil type suits many different enterprises
• Yellow/White box timber, lightly scattered through the property provides excellent livestock shelter.
Golden Downs is well appointed lifestyle grazing property, located just 25km south of Orange.
A generous five bedroom homestead will greet you with expansive northly views extending all the way to Mt Canobolas.
• Open plan living and kitchen
• Successfully run as an air bnb previously
• Highly productive country for livestock. For Sale Contact Agent
2.2 HA (5.4 AC)* Hard to Find Vacant Blocks of this Size!
Located in the quiet village of Neville. This parcel offers a sizable piece of land, with a much sought after building entitlement.
• 24 km from Blayney and 60 km from Bathurst and Orange
• Multiple options for building sites with panoramic views
• The block is well fenced and has power located on the property, not currently connected
• The land is pasture improved and weed free.
Designed for family living, the home seamlessly blends elegant interiors with expansive spaces, making it perfect for entertaining.
• Defined living and dining areas
• Gourmet kitchen with premium appliances
• Secure double garage with internal access • AquaZone swim spa, 5800 x 2300.
Reefs NSW
Downs’ Orange Region – Quiet Country Life
PETER FISHER
ORANGE
ONE AGENCY
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10:30-1:00 3 Lewana
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12:00-12:30 14 Botanic Way, Orange
RAY WHITE TOWNSEND
Fifty Years of Service
At the October meeting of Orange Evening VIEW Club, Glenys Grimmet was awarded a Service Pin for 50 years of service to VIEW Clubs, Australia and The Smith family.
Glenys came to Orange as a member of Mudgee VIEW Club and found there was a Day VIEW Club in Orange but no evening club for working women to attend.
In 1981, with her friend, Jenny Taylor, Glenys instigated an Evening View Club. At a later date she was also crucial in the opening of Mountain Evening VIEW.
During those fifty years of membership, Glenys has held the positions of President of the local club, National Councillor and National Vice President, travelling all over Australia to further the work of VIEW and The Smith family.
Over the years, the three clubs have melded into just the Evening club – now 44 years in existence, still working for The Smith Family, helping to ease children and families out of poverty through their Learning for Life programme in schools.
^ Yvonne Walker with Glenys Grimmet
SPORTSNEWS
BIKE DAY AT OPS
Orange Public School Years 3–6 students enjoyed a morning ride on Friday, November 15, for the annual Bike Day excursion. While some chose a more leisurely ride around Moulder Park, the more adventurous undertook a 28-kilometre route out to Gosling Creek, via Shiralee, to Sir Jack Brabham Park and back again.
Photos by JONATHAN ROE
Colour City Dragons win women’s 200m at Western Region Dragon Boat Regatta
Orange’s Colour City Dragons Boat Club has marked hosting the Western Region Dragon Boat Regatta at Lake Canobolas, Orange on Sunday, November 3 with a win in the women’s 200-metre event.
The Western Region Boat Regatta attracts teams from across the area’s boundaries.
For dragon boat racing, the Western Region extends south to Wagga Wagga, west to Dubbo, north to Narrabri and east to the Blue Mountains and also includes clubs from Mudgee, Orange, Bathurst, Parkes and Forbes.
Sydney clubs the Pacific Dragons and Sydney Tsunami also attended the Western Region event held in Orange.
Races held included the women’s and men’s 200m, the mixed 200m and the popular 100m dash for cash and the DA (Dragons Abreast) challenge.
Hosts the Colour City Dragons won the women’s 200m event.
Sydney’s Pacific Dragons had three wins Pacific Dragons (men’s 200m, mixed 200m and 100m dash for cash).
The DA Penrith team won the 200m DA (Dragons Abreast) Challenge.
Teams compete in Dragon Boats, which are large canoe-like vessels fitted with ornately carved dragon’s heads and tails.
Teams have as many as 20 paddlers and a drummer and a sweep.
The drummer is the individual keeping the rhythm and pace for the team and the sweep steers the boat.
Dragon Boat Racing is supposed to have begun more than 2000 years ago on the banks of the lifesustaining rivers in the valleys of southern China as a fertility ritual thought to bring good luck to the coming crop season.
Its origins at Orange stem from the Dragons Abreast group
Vipers president sees positives despite two close grand final losses in WWRL deciders
Vipers president Martin Power could see plenty of positives despite two close Western Women’s Rugby League grand finals losses at Ann Ashwood Park in Bathurst on Saturday, November 16.
The Wayne Hill-coached Vipers’ under-14s side went down to Wiradjuri Goannas 26-14 while the Vipers’ under16s, coached by Anthony Simmons, lost 16-12 to Lachlan District.
In a slice of good news on the day, Vipers’ under-18s halfback Georgie Barrett was named best and fairest for the Western Women’s Rugby League in that competition.
Power said the WWRL under-14s decider was a quality affair where late mistakes hurt Vipers.
Goannas prop Nakita Volivakarua was named player of the grand final and best and fairest for the under-14s competition.
Power said fullback April Gardiner, Darcey Biddle (prop) and Mackenzie Thornberry-Ruddy (hooker) were three of Vipers’ best in the under-14s side.
“It blew out a little bit at the end,” Power said of the under-14s grand final.
“It was a good game to watch
“We did score the first few tries and looked in control, but mistakes hurt both sides. Goannas made less mistakes later in the game and were able to get in front.
“The girls have had a good season.”
The under-16s contest was even closer with both sides scoring three tries.
Grace Macgregor, the Lachlan five-eighth, was named best and fairest on grand final day and also player of the competition in that grade.
of women who were battling breast cancer and were seeking an alternate sport they could compete in.
Now, the Colour City Dragons Boat Club in Orange has almost 70 members, ranging in age from 11 up to 80 years.
June Bennett, a member of Colour City Dragons Boat Club and Western Region Dragon Boat Regatta co-ordinator, said the 2024 event was a great success.
“Lake Canobolas looked spectacular and we had a lot of positive feedback,” June said.
Lake Canobolas had last hosted the event in 2022.
The Western Region Dragon Boat Regatta switches venues each year and is also held at Cudgegong Waters near Mudgee, the 2023 venue, as well at Lake Albert in Wagga Wagga and Bathurst’s Ben Chifley Dam.
Orange currently has two dragon boat clubs – the Colour City Dragons Boat Club and Pinnacle Dragons Orange Boat Club.
Juliette Whyburn (prop), Zahli Millsteed (lock) and fiveeighth Daisy Bohringer were three of Vipers’ best.
“It was another really good game, hard and fast,” Power reported.
“It was one I thought our girls would win … but Lachlan played well, good luck to them.
“It was tit-for-tat, there was nothing between both sides, a really good battle between two evenly-matched teams.
In the other WWRL grand finals played on Saturday, Panorama Platypi made it four straight open women’s premierships when they defeated Goannas 32-18.
In under-18s, Goannas defeated Panorama 28-22 and in the under-12s Lachlan District defeated Panorama 10-8.
Power concluded by stating while it’s nice to win grand finals, having four sides in the semi-finals and around 120 registered players in total shows the Vipers club continues to move forward.
“It was another good season … it’s not all about results, we have a lot of girls playing (rugby league) which is fantastic,” Power said.
Western Women’s under-16s grand final: Lachlan District 16 (Joan Carolan, Kailei Cole, Ashlee Trim tries; Ruby Jones 2 goals) defeated Vipers 12 (Jemma Jones 2, Jayanna Dixon tries)
— Words by DALLAS REEVES —
— Words by DALLAS REEVES —
• Some of the action at the Western Region Dragon Boat Regatta at Lake Canobolas on Sunday, November 3. One of the Colour City Dragons teams (1) is at left in both these images. Photos: Rodney Watters.
SPORTSNEWS
Tenpin Bowling HEAD PIN
with Bob Taylor
Let’s get going with a look at the Wednesday 7.30pm league, where there were two Stars, these being Jordan Trenholm with 131 over average and Matthew Woodham with 126 over average and they were followed by Casey Perry from the Monday juniors with 104 over average and he was ahead of Wayne Nolan from the Friday 6pm league with 104 over average, then came Jill Beadle from the Golden Oldies with 100 over average and finally there was Charlie Bekavac from the Tuesday juniors also with 100 over average for the series.
Star Bowler of the week and winner of the Auto Wash compliments of Race Track Car Wash was Jordan Trenholm who scored that wonderful 131 over average for the series.
The High Roller champion and winner of the three free practice games was Casey Perry who scored 257 (PB). As this score was 85 over average, Casey was named Junior of the Week and winner of the voucher from Domino’s.
Others trying desperately to beat Casei included Ian Middleton 203, Hugo Belmonte 213, Mason Southwell 206, Tyler King 226, Brock Gallagher 211, Barry Archer 211, Chris Collins 242 (PB), Aaron Cantrill 230, Travis McMahon 238, Matt Woodham 241 (PB), Nick Flannery 279, Hayden Swallow 227, Jordan Trenholm 203, Geoff Thomas 200, David Quinlan 206 and Ben Lees 207.
This week’s Almost Made it Hero and winner of the open order from Kings Takeaway at Greengate was Helen Newling who scored 192 (PB).
Others hungering for a great feed included Harley Campbell 146, Hannah McLennan 131, Blair Morris 191, Wayne
Nolan 196, Matt Bryant 169, John Smith 199, Barbara Goull 139, Alan Westendorf 181, Jill Beadle 176 (PB) and Richard Saunders 157.
Then there was Kerrie Stent 132, Vanessa Kelly 139, Braxton Losanno 166, Alex Coleman 158, Alex Laing 140, Abe Hutchings 158, Natalie Corby 157, Breanna Hovey 155, Adrian Baker 140, Sophie Jones 171 and Charlie Bekavac 168.
Not to be left out there was Lucas Budd 142, Michael Selmes 178, Nick Culverson 158, Steven Randell 125, Ben Randell 142 (PB), Tracy Gavin 172, Lachlan Andrea 140, Xavier Mason 193, Tanya Drew 192, Hudson Howard 193 and Aaron Drew 145.
Also hoping they had a chance was Jason Barlow 181, Dawn Wilkie 136, Dianne Parsons 146, Marilyn Schwenke 195, Jan Duff 149, Marilyn Stedman 159, Lyn Butterfield 97, Kathy Selwood 164, Connor Peate 119, Nate Charman 167 and Matt Carroll 179.
The first Female of Note for November and first in the queue hoping for the gift certificate from MJ’s All Hair-All Occasions was Helen Newling whose score of 162 was 35 over average.
The second Female of Note for November and next in the queue hoping to grasp the gift certificate from MJ’s All Hair-All Occasions was Jill Beadle whose score of 176 (PB) was 49 over average and part of her 100 over average for the series.
The second Man of the Moment for November and second in line hoping for the voucher from Guys Cuts was Jordan Trenholm whose score of 203 was 47 over average and part of his 131 over average for the series.
OESC MEN’S BOWLS BOWLS NEWS 12th & 16th NOV 2024
Hello Bowlers,
Tuesday had another good roll-up of 40 bowlers. Raffle winners, Bill Keogh, John Dunn & Kevin Syphers. Lucky bowlers, Misses West, Kelly & Missy Higgins, I’ve been informed by reliable sources, they are popular winners. Unfortunates’ Barry Lowe, Brian Hutchinson & Bruce Warbuton. Consolation winners Wayne Gentles, Wayne Carr & Peter Brooking.
Tuesday Jackpot’s not won & will carry over.
Welcome back to Brian Hutchinson & Wayne Gentles, also a visiting bowler in Bruce Warbuton.
Saturday, was a very warm day with a good roll-up of 29 bowlers, considering we had 15 members playing in the West Wyalong triples tournament. Raffle winners on the day were, Clint Gamble, Yoka Smith (I don’t win anything).
Lucky Bowlers, Jen Fenwick, Mario Ruggerio & Bob Jenkins with unfortunates’ being Peter a Baker, Col Rosser & Neil Higgins.
Saturdays’ Jackpot’s was won by Yoka, Coop, J. Dunn, J. Fenwick, D. West & M. McMullin. A big thank for donating the excess monies to the Far West Charity Box.
Some of us get a bit excited while playing our beautiful game & like to throw their hat up in the air when a good bowl has been delivered.
Our Patron Keith Lamont is currently in hospital, and in good spirts. Best wishes for a full recovery.
Minor & Major Singles Nomination sheet is now on the board.
The Xmas Triples is being played the on the 14th December, also with Hams to be won, after the AGM with a BBQ, this is only for the Men’s Members only Day.
The AGM is on the 14th December 2024, all members please attend. (separate email has been sent about the agenda). There is a list in the Notice Board Alcove for anyone attending to put their name down for Catering purposes, will be much appreciated.
The list for nominations is also available in the Notice Board Alcove.
The Xmas Pairs is being played on the 21st December, with Hams to be won on the day, drawn from the barrel. 100 Club is back, and the winners of the latest draw was won by Paul Ruggerio, John Cooper & Neil Higgins.
Weekly Etiquette Tip.
Once again it has been brought to my attention of bowlers who nominate to play on a social day & not informing the appropriate person for the day, as from now if you know or realise you will be unable to attend and have nominated yourself CAN YOU PLEASE CALL THE CLUB ON 63613210 as Jim or Peter are unavailable from time to time, thanking you.
Saturday 30 November & Tuesday 2nd December please call, Jim Finn 0418 651 382, Peter Wright 0427 813 220, or the club on 63613210. Names in by 11:30 for a 12:30 start.
Country Club BOWLS NOTES
OESC WOMEN’S BOWLS
Week ending November 14
Country Club held their last Gala day for the year last Thursday, and it was a great success, with clubs from Manildra, Forbes, Orange City, Magellan, Canowindra, Millthorpe and Molong participating with 35 bowlers on the green. Four of our bowlers participated in the Mid-West Regional Pairs last weekend. The tournament was knockout format played over 21 ends. Our ladies were very competitive, however were beaten in the first round. Julie and Marg 15 – Jo and Nell (Wallerawang) – 21, Veronica and Judy 16 – Sue and Michelle (Orange City) 22.
The final was held between Di Fliedner and Helen MacKenzie from Manildra and J. Cassidy and R. Gilholme from West Dubbo. We would like to congratulate the Manildra ladies who won a very close match 21 – 20, Di and Helen will now play off in the State Championships early in 2025.
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 - 0400 379 294, or Phoebe - 0408 223 843 for further information.
Orange City Bowling Club BOWLS NOTES
Last week the first round of the Meg Burrell Trophy ( major minor ) was contested seeing Maria Crawford and Jenny Macdouall, Fay Burgess and Marianne Boers, also Mary Shiels and Pam Gersbach progressing through to the second round this week. Good luck to all competing.
Twilight bowls were washed out due to storms last week, but here’s hoping for finer
weather this week. Come along and join the fun on Wednesday nights at six pm.
Free coaching by accredited coach on Wednesday mornings at 10 am, or by appointment. Text Sue on 0409 522 099 or contact Orange City Bowling Club.
Friday 100 club sellers. Jean Kennedy and Gail Pringle.
All our age groups were back at the pool on Sunday making waves of the chlorinated kind.
The Nemos, our youngest stars, headed to the sandy dunes of the volleyball courts. The perfect place to warm up all their muscles before jumping into some flag races, duck dive practice, and wading and floating in the pool to finish up. All skills that work towards keeping them safe in the water.
The sizzling Crabs and Seahorses who amass to over fifty, were out in abundance showing their curiosity and snappy inquisitiveness. They rose to the challenge of learning a new language. The silent language of hand signals that lifesavers use to communicate when performing rescues. Well done to you all and what a hoot! They could’ve been mistaken for a Flash Mob doing the YMCA dance.
The dazzling Dolphins headed straight into the water, head first practising their diving entries into the murky unknown shallows of any body of water that they may come across. These nippers are learning about safe entry and exit from not only the waves and shifting sands of the ocean but the slippery unstable slopes of creeks, rivers, dams, and lakes, with their woody hazards that may lurk below their shimmering surface appeal.
The bonza Stingray and Shark groups are the upcoming Surf Rescue Certificate candidates and their swim ability is paramount so practice is key. As well as the usual suspects for swim strokes they practised an aptly named Survival Stroke. Then it was buddying up with a partner to be a patient and rescuer. It takes many hours of training to master the rescue skills and equipment needed to bring a conscious or unconscious patient to land safely. Awesome work nippers, it’s hard yakka, but you’ve got it in the bag… or in the tube!
Jo Cornwell, Marg Henry, Julie Pitt and Nell Fraser.
(Jo and Nell are from Wallerawang Bowling Club)
Judy Adams and Veronica Alexander
PUZZLES…. PUZZLES…. PUZZLES….
PUZZLES
25 One who restrains an impulse (9) 27 Repeats (7) 28 Hard to define (7) 29 Widespread destruction; disclosure (10)
Newt (3)
1 With embarrassment (10)
2 Pierce (9) 4 First showings (9)
5 Sways to and fro (5) 6 Opportunity (6) 7 Tolerate (5) 8 Irish singer (4) 9 Constraint (6)
Affection (10) 16 Dispiriting (9)
13 Head cook (4)
ACROSS
1 Dine (3)
3 Increase in value (10)
10 On the way (2,5)
11 Make clear (7)
12 The study of speech sounds (9)
9-LETTER
KI D S ZON E
Kids Talk
Jack, age 11
Who is your favourite teacher? Miss Thorne, she’s my teacher this year, she’s a good teacher.
What do you think the best thing about being a grown-up is? You get to boss everyone… I’d boss other kids around
What is something your parents always say to you? Clean your room. It’s a bit messy.
If you were principal for a day, what’s the first thing you’d do? Make a pizza party, just for me in my o ce.
What is your favourite food? Chicken schnitzel. We go to The Ophir for it.
What’s your favourite toy? My football, I play touch footy.
If you could open a shop, what would it sell? Chicken eggs.
If you could have a superpower, what would it be? Flying, I’d be able to fly anywhere I want. We have two vouchers to give away
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Clement Eric McFawn
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NOV 7 WINNERS...
NAME THAT BUSINESS: Gary Scovell
WHAT AM I WATCHING: Annabel Bayada FIND PINNY: Taneisha Baker
Face in the Crowd: Henry Crump
OUR NOV 14 WINNERS...
NAME THAT BUSINESS: Sandra Lee
WHAT AM I WATCHING: Judith Mansfield
FIND PINNY: Kylie Bright
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TIME WARP
Their first communion
These three young girls were among many children at St Mary’s School in 1967 who attended their first communion. A special event for seven or eight-year-olds, it is one of the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church. An added bonus for participants after the ceremony was afternoon tea with plenty of cakes and soft drinks.
Photo courtesy of the CWD Negative Collection, Orange & District Historical Society. The society holds a working day each Wednesday from 10.30am to 4pm, with a lunch break from 12.30-1.30pm, at 148 March Street. Volunteers are available to answer historical inquiries from the public at that time.
CROSS purposes
WITH HIDE AND SEEK
WITH TABATHA REED
THUMBS UP to the Orange City Council water crew, who very promptly and efficiently replaced a broken pipe at my metre.
How fun is a good old-fashioned game of hide and seek? I remember the exhilaration of playing as a kid, when, after what seemed like hours of searching, the person hiding was finally found, and the adventure would start again.
As fun as it is to play hide and seek, sometimes people might think that God hides. But God wants you to find him! In the Bible – Psalm 19 tells us “The heavens declare the glory of God and the expanse proclaims the works of his hands”. God’s creation should inspire us to seek him, knowing that he is not far from us (Acts 17:27). The Bible also tells us that we can know God personally, in the person of Jesus.
Maybe you’re hiding? There are many reasons why we avoid seeking God, but be encouraged, even though all of us have ignored God, God sent Jesus into this world to reconcile us back to him. So that we can know him, love him and live with him as our Heavenly Father. Why not this week, seek God, find him in the Bible. He knows you, he loves you and he wants you to find him.
THUMBS UP to Nathan and Arrow at Officeworks for their help and service when we were buying a printer this week!
THUMBS UP to Steven (Stephen) in the IT section of Officeworks who helped me out of a tight spot with my broken Mac charger. Thanks!
THUMB DOWN to the traffic management crews who erect unnecessary roadwork and speed limit signs (like the ones on Cadia Road recently, which were in place for two weeks with not a single worker, shovel or piece of road plant ever appearing). Who authorises this?
THUMBS UP to Dr Salvador for showing genuine care and concern for this patient. Even following up with calls after hours while we were on the Central Coast. It is truly appreciated!
THUMBS UP and thanks to the Cabonne Council workers who had the unpleasant task of cleaning up the household rubbish dumped beside the Lower Lewis Ponds Road. Shame that the culprit wasn’t identified and fined.
THUMBS UP to the Great Western Hotel Orange. To Mel, Treena, Nathan and Erin. You guys are doing an awesome job… place looks amazing, comfy, clean and amazing staff that makes the place.
THUMBS UP to the amazing staff at Betta In Orange, great customer service for electrical goods and follow up. Your kindness and help is so much appreciated, Great business service and reinforces customer confidence.
THUMBS UP to the honest person who found my son’s wallet at Phillip Shaw Winery and handed it into the police station. Thank you, Thank you! So greatly appreciated.
THUMBS UP to the ZONTA women’s club assembling birthing kits for women in the developing world.
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