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What a year it’s been!

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This is the second last Orange City Life for 2020 so I hope you enjoy it, and next week’s is the last for the year. I’ve had some personal issues to deal with for most of this year, and in my absence, my team has done a fabulous job keeping you entertained each week and I’ll mention them more next week.

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With further relaxing of the rules for social gatherings etc. Christmas is looking a lot brighter for many people looking to get to get-together with family and friends or just get away for a holiday. Let’s all hope it all keeps moving in the right direction and they get on top of this COVID-19 thing once and for all very soon.

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It’s been a topsy turvy year for everyone, with many businesses, including ourselves, having to improvise in one way or another, but we all seem to be getting there. In our case our Short Stories and History Talks segments seem to have proven very popular over recent months and I’m sure a lot of readers have enjoyed the extra puzzles and competitions we’ve been running, all of these happened because of COVID-19. On our Short Stories, this week we feature one from a 13-year-old and I think you’ll enjoy it, I certainly did. Such talent!

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Still on competitions, this week will be the last for our weekly competitions for this year, there’ll be none next week. Our December monthly winners for Find Hogster and Face in the Crowd will be announced in the first issue for 2021 on January 14. For those interested, you’ll find details of our Christmas arrangements in this issue.

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Given the current situation, my judgement is that this year could be a bumper year for shopping with many people spending more money than they normally would. I won’t go into my reasons for thinking this but what I would like to say is what Hearts for Orange has been encouraging over recent months, “If you love Orange, spend your money where your heart is!” This Christmas, please buy locally at every opportunity.

Until next week, go well everyone!

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Friends!

A lot has happened over the last few weeks and it’s fair to say that t on, and for quite a while to come.

Many are now facing hardships that they would never have dreame People in safe employment last month now find themselves on une es are now facing ruin.

And so it goes on.

My wife and I, like so many other business owners at this time, are s trying to keep up with community expectations and still come out at impossible.

In our case, and with the unbelievable co-operation of our fabulous My wife and I have come up with a strategy that we hope will enabl keep producing Orange City Life each week and hopefully come out who we rely on, such as our printer in Sydney to survive as well. the odds however will require a number of changes, sacrific Getbusinesses ready to haveDefying your heart strings tugged, The following CHANGES — From this issue, Orange City Life will look very differe have graciously agreed to pulled and shoved in every which way, from our in recent issues simply c types of stories and features we’ve included sponsor us until June 30th. isolation rules. Haven’, this image contributed story, ‘The Dog We are extremely grateful To help us all through the Coronavirus crisis, for now at least, we’re shows Emre, the guy who started it all.. for their support.

We’re going to try to meet the changed needs that many readers no We’ll also make more use of our available space to ensure you have p Orange City Life will now provide you with more entertainment, mo busy, all while trying to lift your spirits and put a little sunshine into y and we’re also including a serialised Novella titled Sunshine (pure co hope you will read and enjoy. We’ll also bring you quite a bit of helpfu serving you, and we’ll be encouraging you to send us items to includ SACRIFICES — To keep our costs to an absolute minimum we’ve a suspend several regular features in OC Life that we regularly pay for, love our TV guide but given our present circumstances, the cost of p battle. Despite all this, there are still ample copies of OC Life being d across Orange.

UNDERSTANDING — It’s a shame that it takes a disaster like this t small businesses are in the scheme of things, and why supporting lo on it too much, my hope is that locals will knock themselves out to s ASHCROFT’S we battle through this crisis together. Please keep spending as much need every dollar we can get right now because at the end of the da

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the aged care facilities, they aren’t going to the Children’s ward to spread some Christmas musical joy to people and even the musicians around town aren’t doing Christmas parties like normal,” said Rachel.

lungs!” said Rachael.

“So I thought, that’s not good; we need to fix that!”

“Normally throughout the year we are selling raffle tickets and having cocktail parties or high teas or something and we haven’t been able to do anything like that,” said Rachael Brooking, the driving force behind HD Awareness Orange.

Enlisting the help of some of our talented local artists, Rachael is putting together a virtual Christmas concert, Hark the Orange Angels sing for Huntingon’s, which will be put out as a live-streaming fundraiser at 7pm on Sunday 20 December.

For those who still would like to get close to the experience of a live concert event, Hark the Orange Angels Sing for Huntingon’s will also be screened at the Odeon 5 Cinema, 7pm on December 23.

t has been a difficult time for charities Australia-wide with the coronavirus pandemic shutting down so many of their normal fundraisers. With the country slowly but steadily returning to normal, HD Awareness Orange is looking to hold its first fundraiser for 2020 and spread a bit of Christmas cheer at the end of a tough year.

At just 18, Rachael’s life changed forever when her mother was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease and she became her carer. Her mum passed away in 2003 at just 50 years of age and now Rachael works to raise awareness for this debilitating disease and the huge impact it has on individuals and their families.

A musician and lover of all things music, Rachael realised that this Christmas would look (and sound) very different with restrictions on public singing and so came up with an idea to bring music to Orange homes this festive season, while spreading awareness of Huntington’s Disease.

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“Craig from Dotted Eight Studio has done an amazing job! We’ve got a Christmas set that looks really beautiful and we have twelve amazing Central West artists from Celia Rochelli to Robbie Mortimer, to Cath Adams to Jarrod Draper. And in amongst those are three members of Huntington families who are also going to sing carols,” said Rachael.

The live stream will also feature facts about Huntington’s Disease, the impacts of which are not well understood by the general public.

There will also be a link to a donations page to support the not-for-profit HD Awareness Orange.

“Get online donate, watch and sing along in your living rooms, because you are allowed to sing in your living room, at the top of your

“There will be quite a range of songs; a few carols, but lots of Christmas songs, some oldies and lots of new ones — and all the singers sound absolutely amazing!”

“I’m really excited, it will be very festive,” said Rachael. “And all money raised will go to HD Awareness Orange, our little organisation whose main focus is spreading education and awareness in the Central West about Huntington’s because there is very little known about it…

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‘Huntington’s is such a complex disease and the impact that it has on families is huge, because it has such a high genetic risk, so people are often dealing with one, two, three or even more in their immediate family.”

They also have the knowledge that their children may be 50 per cent at risk of inheriting so there is that gravity where other diseases don’t have that genetic component.

The ticket for the cinema screening are available from Collins Bookstore or stickytickets.com.au Visit the HD Awareness Orange Facebook page for more details and link to the live streaming event.

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WHERE TO NOW FOR HEARTS FOR ORANGE? So far, our Hearts for Orange initiative has failed to achieve some of the key hopes we had for it.

However, we have done a lot of good along the way, and it’s the future that will show whether we were ultimately successful or not. For now, we’ve done our part, it’s now up to others to learn from our efforts or not.

in a promotion we called Shop, Scratch and Win Saturday.

Let’s recap briefly -

Provided a $1000 prize to stage a Find the Money Hearts promotion in the CBD.

Our main objective was to support and encourage our local retailers, we feel they are not suitably respected or supported by the authorities or the community as well as they should be, especially as small businesses are the biggest employers in the Nation. There’s always been a lot of lip service, but we felt more real action to support them was needed and we set out to provide that in very tangible ways.

Our secondary objective was to demonstrate to our Council the Business Chamber, Orange 360 and others who should be more active and skilled in marketing techniques, what could and should be done to generate more “customers” for these retailers, not just provide passive, low priority or cosmetic support.

Our third objective, more a hope, was that those we mentioned would see what we were doing was good and start to come on board and support Hearts for Orange, then all start working together and be on the same page, not just talking about it.

So how did we go?

On the first objective, we have done a number of things including Employed a designated person to oversee the entire Hearts for Orange initiative. This person has been actively working with and liaising with shop owners on a regular basis about Hearts for Orange opportunities and happenings.

Launched Hearts for Orange as an initiative to draw attention to local businesses and why we should respect and support them more. To help achieve this we introduced a slogan “If you love Orange, spend your money where your heart is!”, set up a Hearts for Orange website, and a Facebook page.

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Staged a Citywide Home Improvement sales event with over 20 local retailers participating.

Purchased and distributed 4000 x $1 scratchie

Provided 5 x $1000 prizes to stage a local Gift Card competition.

Provided $2000 in prizes to stage Santa Saturday in Summer Street last Saturday.

Produced and distributed window stickers that carried the slogan “If you love Orange, spend your money where your heart is!”

Provided extensive space for stories, views and free publicity about and for local shops in our publications Orange City Life and Newswatch.

Overall, during the last few months, we have communicated extensively with retailers and provided them with numerous opportunities, generally at no cost to them, to consider and participate in. Hopefully our retailers do now feel more supported.

On the second objective, we have approached Council numerous times seeking some financial support or other support from them but with no success. We have used a number of means to achieve this, including resorting to running numerous comments and editorials in our publications about their failings. We also sought a small amount of financial help from Orange 360 after they received an additional $100,000 from Council recently but again was refused.

Council’s recent actions clearly show they have their own ways in which they want to help small businesses and what Hearts for Orange is doing is among them. We therefore failed with our second objective.

On our third objective too, we have failed.

Council feels $50,000 worth of decorations and $5000 worth of Christmas Carols will do something. Orange Business Chamber has a very new Board and its first actions are to hold a late-night shopping event. Funny thing though, neither Council nor the Business Chamber has helped Hearts for Orange at all, yet in this very publication you can see how we still are supporting them.

Who was it that said, “Do good anyway”? We’ve tried to do that.

So, the question for everyone now is “Where to now for Hearts for Orange”?

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LATE NIGHT CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAIR IN THE CBD! — JONATHAN ROE —

TONIGHT IS YOUR CHANCE TO GET YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DONE AND DUSTED WITH A LATE NIGHT SHOPPING FAIR IN THE ORANGE CDB.

The shopping bonanza is being supported by the Orange Business Chamber and Orange City Council, who are encouraging all CBD retailers to stay open until 9pm and have organised for local singers to perform carols in the street.

“2020 has been a fairly tough year for all industries, but particularly hospitality and retail, and so we thought we’d try and throw something together, within the COVID Restrictions, that can benefit our CBD and get people to spend their money here for Christmas,” said Orange Business Chamber President, Jack Evans.

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“If you’re living in Orange, the chances are you know someone that’s working in hospitality or retail, so it’s to your benefit to support your

this festive season.

mates and get down here and spend your money in town to keep everyone in a job and make sure the money stays here and we all keep prospering.”

Council staff have been working hard to bring some Christmas cheer to the main street, with $50,000 worth of decorations lighting up the nightime CBD and Robertson Park. Combined with the new festoon lighting, Summer Street is looking particularly festive at the moment and well worth an evening stroll.

“The CBD is looking really good,” said Jack.

“Come along on Thursday night, December 10 from 4pm to 9pm, and there may be a few other surprises in store, and on the streets.”

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd encouraged residents to shop local as much as they could

“Let’s band together and support our local businesses, our local economy and our local hospitality and entertainment venues,” Cr Kidd said.

“This late night shopping event is designed to make it as easy as possible to get all your Christmas shopping done in one go, while stimulating the local economy.

“We are so lucky in Orange to have such a large range of retail outlets from high-end boutique shops to local produce sellers, discount shops, franchises and chain stores covering every category. There’s no need to shop elsewhere, chances are what you’re looking for is here in Orange and you can touch and feel the quality before you buy.”

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PROPOSAL TO PUT ORANGE ARTS IN THE LIMELIGHT — JONATHAN ROE —

Orange has long built a reputation for its bountiful variety of fresh produce and fine cool climate wines, but now there is a push to make the Colour City just as widely known for its artists and artisans.

A loose collective of local artist, creatives and makers have proposed creating an annual festival of the arts for Orange that will hopefully become as established feature of the local calendar alongside F.O.O.D. Week and Wine Week.

“We have a very strong arts scene here,” said photographer and Orange’s tourism officer, Glen Mickle, who has been helping to seed the idea.

“We have everything from artists that are working professionally through to sculptors to film makers and of course our local artisans, our handmade products… Anyway we can highlight and showcase that then it is a great idea.”

Artists and other creatives interesting in organising or supporting a festival are being called to attend an initial meeting on Wednesday, 16 December.

Just what form a local arts festival would take is still to be decided, but already there have been suggestions for open

studios, pop-up exhibitions, workshops and an artisans market.

Furniture maker Will Brennan agrees.

“We are hoping this call for a public meeting will get anybody who is interested in perhaps being involved in an arts event to come along and show their support, put their hand up and see if we can get something happening,” said Glen.

“I think it is a great idea! There’s that many creatives in the town, and if we can all get together and organize something, I think it would be really fun, great for the community and for tourism as well,” said Will.

The idea has already got the support of a wide variety of local artists and artisans.

The Corner Store Gallery’s Madi Young said a festival like this has been a dream for many years.

“I think it is another feather in the cap for the town,” said designer, illustrator and fine artist Sonny Day. “Orange is a really cultural place; there is some really amazing, talented creatives working here. It would be great to give them a bit of a showcase… to give a voice not only to local artists, but other creatives in Australia who might never have been here before.

“It would be a bit of a coup to pull off something like that.”

“It is something we’ve always thought about, but it is a big job trying to get it together — that is the big issue at the moment,” said Madi.

“But I think it would be amazing, because there are lots of great artists and makers. There’s really high-quality stuff that we have in the area, which would be really nice to showcase.”

Anyone interested in helping establish or supporting an arts festival in Orange is invited to attend the meeting at 7pm Wednesday, 16 December at The Hive in McNamara Lane.

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• Orange Baptist Church Pastor Nathan Dirs and Triple M Central West breakfast announcer Neil Gill.

Carols on the airwaves!

IT IS A FAVOURITE FAMILY EVENT ON THE ORANGE FESTIVE CALENDAR, BUT LIKE SO MANY OTHER THINGS IN 2020 THIS YEAR’S CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT WILL BE A LITTLE DIFFERENT. — JONATHAN ROE —

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ith COVID restrictions ruling out large, public gatherings, Triple M Central West have stepped up to fill the void and will be broadcasting a special on-air event — Carols in the Country.

“It is such an important part of our Christmas calendar here in Orange,” said Triple M Central West breakfast announcer Neil Gill, who has hosted Carols by Candlelight for the past six years.

“It has been a fantastic event, not only is the music amazing, but it is such a fulfilling experience to be able to stand up there and see the families, the kids getting excited when Santa turns up.

So, we put a few heads together around here and thought well we’ve got a radio station, why don’t we put a carols event together and we’ll broadcast it!”

The format of the Carols in the Country broadcast will be similar to that of the live event, with an address from Mayor Reg Kidd, carols performed by local musicians, and Santa Claus

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broadcast, which he hopes will bring people some joy after a difficult year.

“It is a two-hour, commercial-free experience of Christmas that you can enjoy everywhere and anywhere you are,” said Neil. “We’ve got musicians from the Conservatorium, plus other local musicians who’ve put together Christmas carols for us. Plus, your stock standard Christmas carols as well — everyone loves a bit of Mariah Carey at this time of year and Michael Bublé.”

We may not be able to gather together as a community, said Neil, but this is a great opportunity to get together with family and friends to kick off the holiday season.

“It will be an absolutely fantastic event, whether you are driving around looking at Christmas lights, or having a barbecue with friends, getting together for a family dinner — have it on in the background!

It is going to be about our community, it is going to be about our musicians, it is going to be about our community leaders, and it is going to be about Triple M, which is fiercely local and we love it!”

Orange Baptist Church Pastor Nathan Dirs will be delivering a Christmas message during he

“Christmas is a beautiful time of a year; it is a time of love, grace, and mercy,” said Nathan.

“Even under the cloud of darkness that has been 2020, there is hope, there is love and there is grace.

A chance for us to come together and to celebrate all that at Christmas is a real benefit to all of us. It is a chance for us to have a little bit of hope moving into 2021.”

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Carols in the Country will be broadcast ad-free from 7-9pm on 19 December of 105.1FM Triple M Central West.

“We are thrilled to bits to be able to give this to the community,” said Neil. “I hope everyone can run in and get behind it and maybe it is something we can do and grow on each year moving forward!

“So don’t forget it is on Triple M 105.1 FM, 7 to 9pm on the 19th of December. Tune in and get your family and friends together— it is going to be a very special event and something for the whole community to enjoy!”

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Celebrate Bush Poetry

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elebrating the birth and life of Andrew Barton (Banjo) Paterson, for the eighth year in a row, committee members agree that next year’s annual Banjo Paterson Festival will concentrate on local talent and events across the region.

way Banjo Paterson described his life experiences in poems that are still favourites today.”

An exciting feature of the Festival will be the youth poetry competition, to be held on Saturday February 20th and is open to Primary and High School aged poets, to recite their own original poems.

The community is also invited to Yeoval to witness the unveiling of a 3m tall bronze sculpture of Major Andrew Barton Patterson – a major project at the Yeoval Banjo Paterson Museum.

Competition organiser, Len Banks said, “These young people provide heaps of entertainment and astound us all with their ability to reflect their thoughts, their visions and their life in rhyming verse.

The Festival will also feature the regular favourite events of the poets’ brunch at Yeoval, twilight celebration of Banjo’s birthday in Orange, the Wrath of Grapes at Heifer Station Wines, Poetry on the Pavers and Rotary’s market day as well as a visit to the historic Boree Cabonne homestead.

“There is so much that can be said in verse and the possible topics for poems are endless. Just look at the

Competition entries close on February 10, 2021. “But don’t leave it till next year to create a poem,” said Len. “Start now so that you can refine it, practice it and enjoy reciting it ready for the competition. There is also some good prize money available to win.”

Full details of the Festival are available on www.orange360.com.au or at the Orange Visitor Information Centre.

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gives this Christmas ORANGE EX-SERVICES’ CLUB

2020 has been a difficult year for so many, in so many ways.

To give a little back to those in need the Orange ExServices’ Club board, management and staff of have banded together to encourage club members and the public at large, to donate a gift this year to the Christmas Wishing Tree.

Ex-Services’ Club, Graham Gentles.

All the presents under the Christmas Wishing Tree, located in the front foyer of Club, are part of a Christmas present and hamper drive for the Salvation Army who deliver them to local families in need.

The Christmas Wishing Tree itself was hand crafted by the Knitting and Crotchet Club, who undertook the project as part of an initiative to keep connected to each other, although each of the members remained distanced, due to COVID-19 restrictions

This year, Orange Ex-Services’ Club has donated over $750 gifts for the Christmas appeal. Add to this the staff and member donations, and it equates to a lot of presents for children in need.

The Orange Men’s Shed were engaged to build the frame and once that was completed, the Knitting and Crotchet Club were able to attach the individual hand knitted pieces, one at a time.

“Each year, at Christmas time, there are many families in Orange that need some assistance in various ways,”said President of the Orange

If anyone would like to donate a gift this year, please drop off a present to the Orange Ex-Services’ Club no later than Tuesday 15th December 2020.

“The Salvation Army does remarkable work in our Community every day and the Orange Ex-Services’ Club are proud to support the Community through the Salvation Army, in giving to families in need.”

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E C N A D D UNITE N O E N I H SET TO S N E E R C S THE BIG — MELISE COLEMAN —

United Dance Project would usually be performing their end of year showcase at this time of the year. Instead, they will be debuting their performances on the big screen, and yes, we mean the big, big screen.

Local, Odeon 5 Cinemas will screen 12 shows of the United Dance Project’s showcase, ‘REIMAGINED’ from December Monday 14- Thursday 17.

United Dance Project Principal Leesa said, “When we started to plan the concert, (we would normally do three big performances) the restrictions weren’t allowing us to move forward with our big plans, and for most of the kids it’s a highlight of the year.

“Our team still wanted to create a really big event for the kids so we decided to use the platform of filming and putting it into a movie style production.

“Our students (like everyone) have had a whole

year of cancellations whether that be excursions, competitions or whatever else, and then everything has had to be moved online, so, we wanted to be able to provide something for the kids to look forward too and still being able to provide that ‘big moment’ for them this year.”

of this year they thought it probably wasn’t going to go ahead so had no idea what we had planned.

“And we were just so proud to how the students adapted, they were so dedicated in the classes and in the lead up to the production.”

Filmed and edited by local company CCT Productions. At the time of our interview, Leesa mentioned she hadn’t seen the finished video product but was excited and very much looking forward to seeing it.

The REIMAGINED production will feature dancers from two years old, who will be making their debut right through to 18 years old and will show students enjoying everything from classical ballet to cheerleading and everything in-between.

“When we told our students what they’d be doing they were so excited,” Leesa laughed. “As the history

Tickets are available on the Odeon 5 website, with the community welcome to come along and watch.

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The Dog Haven — SUE FIELD — This incredibly heart-warming story was sent to us from Sue Field.

I have two Turkish friends, Ceren and Sedat, they have just told me all about the most wonderful example of altruism and what a love of animals can achieve.

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and just over two years ago they formed a voluntary organisation.

n Turkey, unfortunately, there are large number of street dogs but in the city of Bursa a committed band of volunteers have taken on the challenge of doing something unbelievably caring and practical for these abandoned animals – and not

The original field is now a magnificent 3,000 square meter garden housing not only 500 dogs but also some retired horses and donkeys. And now thanks to the generosity of Nestle Purina Turkey, who donate ten tonne of dog food frequently, the dogs no longer have to rely on food scraps.

just dogs!

Several years ago, one young man, named Emre, decided to help these stray, sick and unloved street dogs. He started taking them home and looking after them. But eventually he couldn’t manage them all at home. So, along with some friends he rented a field and built some kennels for the dogs. He then approached some restaurants for their left-over food to feed the dogs. During this time he met other people who were equally interested in the welfare of these animals

The dogs come from a variety of places, many have even been abandoned and left in the forest, rubbish tips or on the streets. Sometimes the volunteers will go to an animal shelter and take the sick and sad animals back to the garden. All of the animals require medical treatment, food and love.

Some, as a result of injuries, are disabled and may not be capable of walking, and

in these situations “walkers” are made and fitted to enable the dogs to move around freely. All of this care and treatment is provided by the volunteers, including some Vets who give of their service without cost to the organisation. Other times the Vets may give of their service at a reduced fee which is met by the volunteers themselves or donations from generous individuals.

The dogs don’t all stay in the garden/ organisation, the very lucky ones find a home and a family of their own, and not just in Turkey. Incredibly, many of the animals find homes in the United States of America, in Europe and Canada. The families are carefully vetted before adopting the dogs and have an ongoing relationship with the organisation which is called “her eve bir pati” this translates to “A Paw in every Home”.

If you would like to find out more about this heart-warming organisation please go to www.hepad.org or www.tatteredpaws.com

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Phil Donato STATE MEMBER FOR ORANGE Thankyou!

THANKS to those 5,585 people who supported and signed the ePetition, calling on the government to introduce mandatory nurse-to-patient ratios and to provide sufficient nursing staff to meet these ratios.

This is important to further help save patient lives, reduce nurse fatigue and errors, improve the amount of time each nurse can spend in patient care, and to reduce stress and strain upon our overworked nurses. The Health Minister must now provide a written response to the petition. I’m pictured here with local members of the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association who campaigned for ratios.

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Schooling Mental Fitness

DIARY!

There needs to be a fundamental shift in how we address mental health in our society, and it must commence with educating children to build mental fitness and resilience. In parliament I delivered a notice of motion calling on the government to recognise that existing school based programs are limited and delivered through inadequate, nonuniform programs. I also called on the government to implement uniformed resilience training for school teachers so they can deliver a mental fitness and resilience program that’s built into the school curriculum framework in schools.

COVID

Even though my parliamentary commitments have wrapped up for 2020 my work continues here in the electorate. I’m continuously working to help resolve issues impacting on my constituents and working with all tiers of government to deliver what our region needs.

RESTRICTIONS

2020 Metro-Regional Youth Summit Recently in Parliament I joined fellow MPs for the 2020 Regional-Metro Youth Summit, which was live-steamed with schools from across the state.

It was an interactive summit, answering questions from students and listening to proposals for building and maintaining community harmony in the current COVID-19 climate. It was great to have Glenroi Public, James Sheahan High and Catherine McAuley schools from the Orange electorate involved.

CRICKET CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE - OPEN! It was great to attend the long awaited and much anticipated opening of the Carl Sharpe Cricket Centre at Wade Park in Orange.

Funding for this project was promised by the state government just prior to the 2016 byelection, at which I was first elected. I have held the government to account on delivering their promise, and now four years later it’s actually here. This facility will help to develop our local talent, year ‘round.

Water Safety Recently I caught up with Surf Life Saving NSW CEO Steven Pearce AFSM at the launch of their 2020/21 season safety campaign. The season has already started with tragic results out here in the country, so let’s all exercise vigilance and safety in and around water. I look forward to seeing Steve and his team out in the electorate with their long-running Beach to Bush and Bush Nippers programs.

ORANGE EVENING VIEW - RAFFLE DRAW I was honoured to be asked to draw the winning tickets for the Orange Evening View Club major raffle.

View Clubs of Australia are a support arm of The Smith Family and raise funds to support disadvantaged school children across Australia. The Orange Evening View Club supports 5 disadvantaged children helping in providing school uniforms, digital devices and school support. Well done to all 76 members who sold hundreds and hundreds of tickets throughout Orange raising thousands of dollars.

Southern Feeder

At our last sitting in parliament, I called on the government to confirm the renewal of trauma contractual arrangements and renewed structure in hospitals of the Central West, to increase trauma specialist and management positions to swiftly address and manage presentations in emergency, surgery and intensive care departments of hospitals. I also called on the NSW Government to appoint a Director of Trauma, or Professor of Trauma, at Orange Health Service to coincide with the commencement of the Murray Darling Medical School and linking with affiliate universities.

I also delivered my contribution to the debate on the Stronger Communities Legislation Amendment (Domestic Violence) Bill 2020, the Stronger Communities Legislation Amendment (Domestic Violence) Bill 2020 and the debate on the Mandatory Disease Testing Bill 2020, all of which I strongly support.

On a festive note, Christmas season has arrived, so wherever we can and wherever it’s possible, let’s support our local businesses and buy local. Let’s enjoy a fun and exciting staycation holidaying around our amazing region with our family and friends.

S FUNDING TOOL FOR THE BOYS

I was delighted to congratulate the guys at Cumnock Men’s Shed on their successful Community Building Partnership grants funding of $6,808 for tools and equipment. Men’s Sheds are such a terrific initiative in our communities bringing men together to chat, socialise and embark on a few projects.

Congratulations!

FAIRY BREAD DAY 2020 Fairy Bread Day is a day of Aussie nostalgia, colourful sprinkles, sugary goodness and lots of laughs for positive mental health. Thanks to Alf and Sharon Cantrell from Yeoval for the history lessons served with some sweet fairy bread, and Sharon’s famous scones. I was lucky enough to see the new addition to the Banjo Paterson More than a Poet museum collection, which is an authentic leather jacket formerly owned by Banjo himself!

Last month marked the 4th anniversary of my representing the good people of Orange in the NSW Parliament, since being elected in the byelection of 2016. I won that election by just 55 votes, and it doesn’t get much closer than that!

As we’ve seen by the amount of funding injected into the electorate since I’ve been State Member, having a marginal electorate represented by someone who will roll up their sleeves and go in and bat for their community actually does deliver the dollars! More importantly I am honoured and proud to be the voice of our community.

Works have finally started on Stage 3 of the Southern Feeder Road, which is great news to the continuing development of our great city.

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2020, andBut in our second these weekend … online days Need something keep Cut toreplaced.

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I’ve got my dear ol’ dad to thank noise got louder and louder over the 1973. Every Sunday afternoon at about for an entire day, maybe longer. for it. been amy music ‘fan’ to since next 20 minutes, and I decided to relive 3pm, likeI’ve clockwork, dad used From Van Halen, to the Vapours, to my“here earliest I must have the glory days and surprise my wife say comesmemories. ol’ green sleeves”.

Mum Tears For Fears, to Spy V Spy … it’ll beengrab about or 4,from but her I can still with an ice cream. Just like 1973, I raced would the3silvers purse get played for you, no problems. fondly remember begging mum (was it just 10 cents? I think so), and we’dto out the front and excitedly stood on the I typed in ‘Rock’ just to see what endlessly rewind gutter as Mr Whippy rounded the corner. race out to the gutterthe andreel-to-reel wait until Mr would happen, and found a playlist Whippy arrived.

There so many kids As he pulled up to serve me, and came tape we had of thewere Beatles ‘White that goes for over 6 hours called standing the front their houses it to the window, I said “Oh, I’m so sorry I Album’ out to play theofsongs that I called Rock & Roll’, and still kind-of looked a human of have‘Pure to apologise, you’re notI was Mr Whippy, ‘Buffalo Bill’like and ‘Ronkyversion Racoon’. am, in music heaven. The only two garbage Then henight. introduced us to Elton, The you’re Mrs Whippy!”  As memories of the annoying things have been (i) having Beach Boys, Hot August Night, to past smacked me in the face, I ordered Greensleeves. The guy known as Mr to stop doing mycones, real work for a whippy and got name a few. We certainly had the 2 choc-topped Whippy wore a white shirt, so, in my 7 findjust outforthe name of a new themminute dipped to in nuts a laugh. coolest and loudest stereo in the year old brain he definitely didn’t have song as I am continually educated, Back in the 70s, using our money from street, and the other kids green sleeves.

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[Digression] Because recalled our Whippy addiction, it seems I air guitar when but songs like ‘Panama’ Dacca Sherbet at ear-blistering from Yearand 2 recently getting into strife might need to ‘cash a kidney’ to afford or ‘Kickstart My Heart’ come on. doing aircalled guitar. Good atlevels, schoolwhilst for what the nun this personalised front-door service in On the TV and radio, they’ve been times. ‘blaspheming’, or taking the Lord’s these post-Covid times. Thanks Mrs talking about making playlists of name in vain – the nun said “God is so Getting my drivers’ licence Whippy, awesome service, you made powerful, he has no name”. Just wanting ‘songs you play when you’re lonely ISE COLEMAN —meant I could play music in the our day. to be part of things, I asked “well, why do or alone’, but that’s just garbage. car on my own as loud as I liked we say ‘Thanks, Peter God’?”

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Subaru in the 80s had ZZ Top, Big say that mocking her and the man upstairs, but 8am on a Sunday morning.

No mowers, Tuesday arvo, just before the early Midnight Oil, Aussie atCountry, 7, it was just a genuine question. dogsawesome barking, or rain Gunscame, ‘n’ Roses before I jumped how supportive our community is which Crawl, The Knack and of course So, there was no way I was asking that time to give the non-runners sleep-in on the ride-on, stuck theabuds isn’t a surprise. community always ’ Flock This of Seagulls asofhas big tunes.

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I’m in. We’d tune of ‘Greensleeves’ is favourite blasted out, of current faves, a relatively new by day but I’m having access to our t alone again this week, working be seeing an adult version of garbage by the helps ice cream Aussie band called Ocean Alley – and shops viasomewhat delivery orirreverently, pickup definitely d fromthat home.

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It’s amazing how a few weeks can feel like a few months… It feels as thoug we’ve been living through this coronavirus nightmare for a long time alrea

I’ve been working in financial services since 2002, so I’ve seen a few financial crises during those two decades and in that time, I’ve learnt a lot. Not only a lot about how investment markets work, but also how human emotions work.

With all the craziness going on at the moment, many people are understandably concerned about their retirement savings.

Sadly, many people are making the wrong decisions in how to deal with this crisis, acting on emotion and not realising the long-term implications of their decisions.

I love helping people get their financial futures on the right track but also helping them make sure they don’t derail from that track when the going gets tough. I can guarantee you this won’t be the last time we see dark economic times… in fact, I guarantee all my clients there will be times when their money will go down. Moments like these are a good opportunity to remind my clients why their money is invested the way it is.

Many people will be finding themselves simply sitting in

a ‘balanced’ fund within their superannuation. This can be particularly dangerous for those in the retirement risk zone, that is, five years either side of retirement.

As you move closer to retirement, at retirement and during retirement, it’s important to put some strategy behind how your retirement savings are set up. A retiree with all their money sitting in a balanced investment option in retirement would mean that right now they are being forced to sell shares at the worst possible time in order to meet their income needs.

Sadly, many people are flooding super fund call centres to move all of their super savings to cash, robbing themselves of seeing their money recover when things go back up again… which they will!

A better strategy is to break up retirement savings into short, medium and long term ‘buckets’ to ensure that when something like this happens, there is no need to be selling out of growth assets (i.e. shares and property) while they are down.

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Lockdown cookbook a memento of a unique year for Orange East Public School — JONATHAN ROE —

The global pandemic may have cancelled Orange East Public School’s annual market fundraiser, but that hasn’t stopped the school community from coming together to produce a special memento of a challenging year — a school community cookbook “This year has been like nothing I’ve ever seen in education,” said Orange East Public School Principal Glen Bourke.

“Our nature is to open the gates and have people inside the school — that has been our goal for so long, to have it become a real focal point for our community — and so to have to turn around and say ‘please stop at the gates’ is contrary to the deep culture of our school.”

With the school’s popular market day unable to proceed, the P&C went looking for another way to raise money for their school.

“And we came up with the idea of a cookbook everyone was cooking during lockdown. We’d talked about a cookbook for years and we saw lots of Instagram feeds of all the wonderful things being cooked and we thought what better time to do it!” said Glen.

“It was a great year to do a cookbook. It is a

way for the community to support the school, be represented in the school… a way we could connect with them and also come away with a memento of a pretty unique year — and ultimately raise some money!”

The Community Cookbook has over 200 recipes sent in by parents, community members and students. It also features more the 270 drawings by students from every grade.

“It is also special that every student has got an artwork in there and Year 5 and 6 have a recipe in there. So it is a representation of the school as it is now,” said Glen, who reckons the cookbook will become a much treasured family keepsake.

“I just think these things will last in the community for years, that’s my hope. In half a century’s time someone is still going to be looking at it and remembering back to this time!”

It’s not the first cookbook Orange Public School has produced and the last one — published 43 years ago! — has indeed become a treasured item.

“My mum’s one, she won’t even let it out of her sight because she loves it so much!” said Orange East Public School P&C President Amy Quinn.

Amy’s mother was actually part of the ‘Mother’s Club’ that put the cookbook together, so to be part of the new book was something special.

“There is a really cool history about the cookbook, because it was all typed out on typewriters and then they used a gestetner to print it, Mum said she spent every afternoon sitting there turning the wheel,” said Amy. “There is a photo of it in the back of the new cookbook, just of one of the pages that is very well-loved, but we just thought that was really

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Collating the hundred of recipes and putting it all together for printing has been a huge job for the P&C, but one that it greatly appreciated, said Glen.

“We are very lucky, the P&C here is huge…. I was talking to every class about how our new LED interactive whiteboards, we’ve got a brand new netball court, we’ve got a student cooking facility, play equipment — all sorts of stuff that over the years the P&C work has funded significant proportions of,” he said.

“This cookbook, I think it is something that people will enjoy and we will sell for years to come!

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AND THAT’S A WRAP … 124 LOCAL BUSINESSES BENEFIT FROM COVID-19 ASSISTANCE Newcrest’s Business Beyond the Curve Program has provided a half-a-million dollar injection into the local business community to assist businesses financially impacted by COVID-19.

The program, which was an initiative of the Newcrest Community Support Fund, was launched in June to assist small local businesses with up to 15 employees within the Orange, Blayney and Cabonne Local Government Areas.

Run by Central NSW Business HQ and supported by the Orange Business Chamber, the program involved a grant assistance package to support businesses restarting or recovering following government restrictions.

In addition, qualified business coaches supported the development of recovery and business continuity plans to equip businesses to thrive ‘beyond the curve’ of COVID-19.

The program which has recently concluded supported a total of 124 businesses with grants ranging from $500-$8000.

Officer, Wayne Sunderland said the program had provided vital assistance to small business.

“Local businesses are such an important part of the community and the Business Beyond the Curve program has provided much needed support during a challenging time.

The grants have allowed businesses to modify their infrastructure to be COVID-safe, review their strategy, complete training, and identify innovative business opportunities to help them recover and thrive into the future.”

The grants have assisted gyms, cafes, restaurants, vineyards, beauty salons, travel agents, retail, hotels, motels, and allied health with funding used towards the development of marketing plans, online presence, improvements to facilities, restructuring of business and paying essential bills.

Cadia Valley Operations General Manager, Aaron Brannigan, is pleased to see the impact the program has had supporting the economic recovery in the local community.

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Applications were reviewed by the Newcrest Business Beyond the Curve Program Committee, comprised of members from Business HQ, Orange Business Chamber and Newcrest’s Cadia Valley Operations.

The program also provided business advice and workshops to empower businesses to thrive well beyond the COVID-19 crisis. This included a digital summit workshop in Blayney during October, four digital workshops held as part of small business month, and two digital workshops scheduled for early December for small business in Cabonne.

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NATIONAL FIELD DAYS AND LOCAL SHOWS RECEIVE FUNDING BOOST The Australian National Field Days at Borenore is among 14 country shows in the Central West to soon receive a muchneeded financial boost, after they were forced to cancel this year’s events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The ANFD will receive $70,000 from the Australian Government’s $34 million Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program, while the Orange Show Society will receive $15,000.

Now that the NSW Government has given the go-ahead for COVID-safe country shows next year, we can start looking forward to the return of country shows and field days!

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Orange Show

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Molong Show

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Cumnock Show

$9,746

Cudal Show

$13,321

Ag shows and field days are an integral part of the fabric of country Australia. They bring our farmers together, and they bring town and country together, while also putting tourism dollars into the pockets of local

Yeoval Show

$10,000

Carcoar Show

$2,994

Canowindra Show

$15,000

Manildra Show

$1,431

Other shows in our region to receive funding include Molong, Cudal and Canowindra.

Andrew at last year’s Australian National Field Days at Borenore

businesses. This year hasn’t been the same without them.

IMPORTANT UPGRADE OF MOBILE PHONE TOWERS IN ORANGE Two mobile phone towers in the Orange region are among more than 400 across Australia that will be able to keep operating longer if the power goes out during or after natural disasters, thanks to a $13.2 million investment by the Australian Government.

The Australian Government will provide $13.2 million to Telstra, Optus and TPG to extend the battery backup at 467 mobile phone towers at specific sites across Australia, which were funded under Round 1 and 2 Mobile Black Spot Program.

Telecommunications, including mobile phone towers, rely on power to operate. This investment will allow mobile phone towers to keep operating for at least 12 hours after the power goes out, making a real difference for

communities during and after a natural disaster.

During the 2019-20 bushfires, over 1400 telecommunications facilities were impacted by the bushfires, with more than half experiencing outages for more than four hours. The vast majority of incidents - 88 per cent - were caused by power outages rather than fire damage.

√ $3.454 million for a new four lane bridge and road upgrades over the Orange to Dubbo railway line √ $19 million for the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health √ $2 million for the Forest Road Bridge duplication √ $18 million for a world-class health research facility

√ $100,000 for new stadium seating at Wade Park

corridors and in natural disaster-prone areas, where reliable mobile phone coverage is critical for keeping people connected during times of emergency, whether it’s to loved ones, or emergency services.

Applications for funding under Round 5A will be open until 10 February 2021.

For more information, visit: communications.gov.au/MBSP

BlazeAid are urgently seeking volunteers to help rebuild farming fencing destroyed by the Black Summer bushfires in and around the Running Stream area.

BlazeAid are seeking around 20 to 30 volunteers who are physically active and capable of working on fence lines.

No experience or equipment is required, with all tools supplied and workers on-hand to teach volunteers fencing skills.

Local BlazeAid camps have accomplished a tremendous amount of work thus far, including 255 volunteers rebuilding more than 67 kilometres of new fencing in the Running Stream area.

But there is a lot more to do. If you want to get involved, head to: blazeaid.com.au, visit their Facebook page or contact my office for more information.

√ $22 million for the CSU medical school

√ $14.7 million for Mission Australia’s Benjamin Short Grove Aged Care facility

The funding announcement forms part of the Australian Government’s $650 million bushfire recovery relief package announced earlier this year.

BUSHFIRE RECOVERY: BLAZEAID CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS

√ $29.8 million for the Dixons Long Point Crossing development

√ $650,000 for a new hall at Orange Christian School

Locally, towers at Spring Hill and Cargo have been earmarked for an upgrade.

The Australian Government is continuing to expand and improve mobile coverage across regional areas, with Round 5A of the Mobile Black Spot Program now open for applications.

The $380 million program to deliver better mobile coverage to regional and remote Australia is focusing on areas where coverage is needed most.

This round will focus on improving mobile coverage along major transport

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$128 MILLION TO SUPPORT TRAVEL AGENTS THROUGH COVID-19 The Australian Government will provide a one-off payment to assist travel agents in recognition that many continue to work hard processing consumer refunds, whilst unable to trade due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under the $128 million scheme, eligible travel agents with a turnover of between $50,000 and $20 million a year will be able to apply for the one-off payment.

Many Central West travel agents are small businesses that are still struggling as a result of the health crisis, with international and domestic border closures causing ongoing uncertainty.

Many travel agents have had to refund existing bookings, while continuing to work with little to no income.

This one-off payment recognises that while our travel agents have had access to JobKeeper and other government support, they needed more to help keep them afloat. It will help ensure our Central West travel agents remain resilient throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and as the tourism sector starts to recover.

Travel agents have and will continue to play a big part in helping Aussies plan their next great escape.

√ $3 million for a second radiotherapy unit at Orange Health Service √ $15,000 for a new hydrotherapy spa at Anson Street School √ $1.42 million for an upgrade of Clergate Road √ $8,000,000 for an investigation of fast rail from Syd Parkes √ $2,000,000 for Stage 4 of Southern Feeder Road project √ $1,243,593 for new contemporary and flexible learning spaces at St Mary’s Catholic School √ $1,200,000 for CCTV in Orange, Bathurst and Wellington √ $1,118,979 for The Orchard crisis accommodation centre $2,000,000 for local projects under the Drought Communities

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Christmas is a great opportunity to discuss your next chapter with those nearest to you The year 2020 brought with it a myriad of changes. As the year draws to a close, it’s important to take stock of what’s transpired, and think about what changes the new year will bring for you.

If there’s one thing the past year provided it was clarity around the things that are truly important: lifestyle quality, security, and meaningful connections.

Now, with the festive season approaching – a time for connecting with family and celebrating what’s important – it provides an opportunity to discuss your next chapter with those nearest to you.

After the unpredictability of recent times, a move to Oak Tree in 2021 can provide that much-needed certainty for you and your family.

With our simple weekly fee, you’ll have budget certainty over your everyday living expenses.

While we take care of your home and village maintenance, there’s no need to worry about unexpected costs or relying on family to help with the upkeep. You’ll have more freedom to spend quality time with loved ones, doing more of the

things you want to do, and less of the things you have to do.

Within the security of a gated village, you’ll find a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. As an Oak Tree resident, you’ll be part of a community of your peers who share similar interests and genuinely enjoy looking out for one another. Socialise safely with visitors and village friends alike in the purpose-built recreation and leisure facilities, or within your own home.

If simplicity and certainty are part of your resolution for 2021, then take the opportunity this holiday season to visit our village and experience the Oak Tree difference for yourself.

We understand the importance of including family in these decisions, so feel free to bring them too – we’d love to see you all!

This new year, your new life awaits you!

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MAJOR BOOST FOR OUR LOCAL SHOW AND FIELD DAYS — Melise Coleman — To ensure our country regions, shows and field days can bounce back from the array of uncertainty and cancelling this year has provided, a slice of $34 million will be distributed from Australian Government funding to several regions, with the first payment set to roll out before Christmas.

Federal Member for Calare, and Minister for Decentralisation and Regional Education, Andrew Gee said the vital funding could not have come sooner.

“Ag shows and field days are an integral part of the fabric of country Australia and the year 2020 hasn’t been the same without them.

“They bring our farmers together, and they bring town and country together, while also putting tourism dollars into the pockets of local businesses and the broader community.

“The Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days program will help ensure that our agricultural shows can continue to showcase the best produce that country Australia has to offer now and into the future.

Orange Show Society Secretary Rebecca Blandford said, “This grant will help us a lot, having to cancel our show this year obviously brought with it losing our major income earner, we still have money going out, and no money coming in.

“If we hadn’t received the grant, we were probably looking at not running a show as big as usual, or maybe not even at all.”

With a fresh new committee Rebecca mentioned every effort has been made to have more on offer for 2021.

“We are really trying to bring the show into the 21st century and really looking at what is the best show we can offer our community.

“We want to make it more of a family orientated Show, providing more entertainment and more value for money. We can’t wait!”

Now is the time to start planning your next trip to support our local shows and field days!

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THE ORANGE REPORT GOSLING CREEK MULTI PURPOSE TRACK OPENS FOR USE It was perfect conditions for the opening of the Gosling Creek Multipurpose Track hosted by the Orange Cycle & Triathlon Club.

ROWLEE WINES SET TO TANTALISE TASTEBUDS Rowlee Wines will be able to expand their food and wine experience, thanks to a funding boost from the NSW Government.

There was also plenty of young talent on display with a TriNSW junior series event putting the new track to good use.

Thanks to everyone involved for organising such a great event, I can’t wait to see more from our local Tri Athletes young and old!

630 carriageway kilometres of State Roads have been upgraded or sealed.

(This figure excludes works funded by the Fixing Country Roads Program)

17 intersections have been upgraded.

$67,565,636 has been provided to local councils to help fix their roads.

Helping Farmers to Deal with the Drought & Access Water

The vision that Nicole and her team have will bring people from around Australia to the Central West, benefiting local business and the local economy far beyond the farm gates at Rowlee.

It was great to officially open the Cricket Centre of Excellence at Wade Park in Orange, alongside Cathy Sharpe, wife of former local cricketing advocate and champion Carl Sharpe.

Investing in our Local Roads

12 Fixing Country Roads projects have been delivered.

It was great to meet with Director of Rowlee Wines, Nicole Samodol at the vineyard to discuss what this expansion will mean to the business but also to the local wine economy.

CRICKET CENTRE READY TO OPEN BATTING

THE NATIONALS DELIVERING FOR THE ORANGE ELECTORATE:

24,867 Local Land Service Rates waived for farmers.

SOUTHERN FEEDER ROAD STAGE 3 I joined Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, The Hon. Paul Toole MP, Orange City Council Mayor Reg Kidd and Council staff in Orange to mark the beginning of works on the $7.5 million stage 3 of Orange’s southern feeder road.

This great facility will enhance the local cricketing experience for players, volunteers, parents and Cricket NSW staff for years to come!

1,164 Drought Transport Subsidies handed out.

300 On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebates provided to our farmers.

3,688 Surface Water Licence fixed charges waived for our farmers.

Supporting our Local Community 5,860 Regional Seniors Travel Cards provided.

You never know, the next cricketing superstar could come from Orange thanks to this amazing facility.

23,944 Active Kids Rebates have been redeemed.

The 2 kilometre long project which follows the same line as Dairy Creek Road and Blowes Road from Elsham Avenue to the Mitchell Highway will create a safer and quicker route for those who use these roads daily.

It is great to see this project commence and all going to plan we will see cars travelling on this new section in the middle of 2021.

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IDEAL LOCATION FOR AN ENTERPRISE 88 WARRENDINE STREET, ORANGE

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

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

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

There is a separate studio with two rooms and its own access with further potential. There is also a security system throughout and split air conditioners.

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AFFORDABLE WITH LOTS OF EXTRAS! This property presents very well and comes with lots of extras, three bedrooms all with built-in robes, and an A/C in the main living area and the master bedroom, a large loungeroom with timber floor boards, a wood burner which would certainly heat the whole house and the central bathroom has shower, bath plus toilet. There is a single garage under the house and a new 5 x 7 metre shed/workshop in the rear yard and has electricty and a toilet. There are 6.2 kilowatts (approx) of solar panels on the roof to help with those power bills. Other features include two tanks each holding 8,000 litres for garden watering, a new covered entertaining deck, approx 6.4 x 3.6m and automatic gate for car entry. Would be great first home or investment, with a potential rental of around $330.00 per week.

contact Chris Tyack 0438 258 590 sale $289,000

3/82 kite street location location location This light filled three bedroom townhouse offers plenty of features to entice - such as, three bedrooms all with built-in robes, the master has an ensuite. The main bathroom is located close to the other two bedrooms. There is ducted reverse cycle throughout and a sunny north facing open plan kitchen and living room, leading onto a covered alfresco and fully enclose yard. There is also a double garage with internal access, a third toilet in the laundry and plenty of storgage. This townhouse offers modern living combined with being a two minute walk to the main shopping precint of Orange, so call for an inspection today.

contact Chris Tyack 0438 258 590 sale $699,000

5 Catherine Place DA APPROVED AND READY TO BUILD Do not miss your opportunity to capitalise on the booming Orange real estate market. This great site has been DA approved and ready to build 5 free standing houses on a level block surrounded by other newly built homes. The approval has three 3 bedroom dwellings and two 2 bedroom dwellings all with en-suites and various garage sizes and a potential gross return of approximately $95,000 if fully let.

contact Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

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ORANGE IS BOOMING, LOOK AT THIS MAGNIFICENT PROPERTY!

la cascina 504 cargo road

Only 5 minutes from the centre of Orange and close to Nashdale is “La Cascina”, a quality home and property nestled among 21.6 hectares or 53 acres. The improvements to this property are of the highest standard’s with a home built for someone expecting the best. All 4 bedrooms are generous with the main having an enormous ensuite and walk in robe, there is also a guest powder room. The accent is on living space from the French inspired kitchen to the open plan living areas with both reverse cycle air to a slow combustion heater nothing is spared on family living. Water is a feature with two large dam’s that can be topped up from the Molong creek which forms part of the Eastern boundary and there is also a bore to ensure the acres of gardens are always well maintained. There is a stand of 98 mature olive trees and all the land has been pasture improved. All the improvements to this lovely property have been done right and the huge 400sqm shed and workshop is no exception and provides a great space for machinery or additional storage. Most of the fencing is post and rail with irrigation to all the trees in the gardens. Once you drive up the tree lined entrance you will be hooked!

contact Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

sale $2,800,000

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

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9 MCARDLE STREET, MOLONG This beautiful family home has been architecturally designed over 3 levels, refurbished throughout, leaving you not a thing to do…except enjoy. Set on the high side of the street and maximising the elevated position and glorious views. A striking kitchen with curved island bench, plenty of cupboards and drawers; a circular floor plan that works well in a busy kitchen.

Featuring timber cathedral ceilings and cosy fireplace. You will enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon cocktail on the deck, immersing yourself in the delightful rural views.

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86 KENNA STREET, ORANGE A charming brick home having just had a recent renovation. This home is a rare delight, set over two levels. With three bedrooms upstairs, central lounge and open plan living/dining zone. Presenting beautifully to the street with an elevated facade and established greenery, it enjoys a double driveway for off-street parking. The recent renovation, in the kitchen, includes all new stainless steel kitchen appliances (never been used) and a great sized walk in pantry. All bedrooms with large built-in wardrobes and brand new ceiling fans. Its completed enclosed block is a surprise highlight, with level lawns, enclosed dog yard and covered entertaining area. So Close to Orange High School and Calare Public School the children will have that little extra sleep in before school. Also only a short walk to town (2.3 km). This home is a true one-of-a-kind, meeting modern convenience in a relaxed package.

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Upon arrival, you are greeted by a neatly manicured front yard and driveway. Beautiful and spacious both inside and out, this home has a wealth of features and inclusions. Moving through the home there is a well-appointed kitchen with electric cooking and a dishwasher.

There is more than enough bench space and storage. Private landscaped gardens or entertain guests under the covered alfresco area – directly accessible from the rumpus room. To top things off there is an double length carport with access to the rear backyard.

For Sale $419,000

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‘TOTTENS’ MITCHELL HIGHWAY, LUCKNOW

Opportunities to own an old church like this are becoming extremely rare. Built in 1929, this charming church is untouched and in original condition. Constructed of brick with a tin roof it features beautiful lead-lined windows and timber floorboards. Sited on 3622 square metres the church has power connected and a provisional dwelling entitlement subject to council approval. With 270 degree views, panoramas extend to Canobolas in the west and over the Millthorpe and Blayney districts to the east. Some creative thinking and this little church could become a beautiful home or even a cosy Airbnb.

Just over 350 acres of hill grazing; absolutely top shelf grazing country with 11 dams, bore, plus Summer Hill Creek frontage. Up to 50 acres of well drained sloping cultivation currently all sown to permanent pastures of phalaris, clovers, fescue and cocksfoot. 10 minutes east of Orange via the Mitchell Highway and with its’ own private bitumen road access. Minimal infrastructure includes a 3 bedroom fibro cottage, currently rented plus a 2nd dwelling entitlement available (STCA). One large earthen floor hayshed enclosed on three sides plus a smaller shed at the house.

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Block predominantly cleared but still with some good trees. Build your forever home plus all the sheds you’ll ever need plus have enough for the horse or bike track.

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43 BOTANIC WAY, ORANGE

180 STRATHNOOK LANE, ORANGE

Not only does this Sturgeon built home feature four bedrooms and two bathrooms, it also features a home theatre room, a home office and double garage with internal access.

Ducted gas heating throughout the home plus a split system air conditioner in the family to ensure year round comfortable living.

For Sale $749,000

Set on 100 acres, just past Clifton Grove and less than 15 minutes to the centre of Orange, “Alexander Park” truly is a unique proposition.

With about 85 acres of beautiful, open native Eucalypts and 15 acres of cleared country around the house and sheds the balance of privacy, aspect and convenience.

For Sale $880,000

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HistoryTALKING with HELEN McANULTY

Y T R E V O P

“We’re on the Susso now, we can’t afford a cow, We pay no rent, we live in a tent.

We’re on the Susso now.”

Her younger sister, Pauline, commented wryly that she was the seventh child to have a turn.

Most people had two sets of clothes-one for best and one for home and mothers made most of them.

“I remember my first piece of new clothing “, said Russel, “I was so proud of it that I didn’t want to wear it in case it was spoilt.”

Mothers were also innovative, making clothes from unexpected materials.

This was the song said to be sung by some of the thousands looking for work during the Great Depression which began in 1929 and lasted almost until the outbreak of the Second World War. According to the Australian Government website, unemployment in Australia during that time reached 32 per cent as compared with the 6.9 per cent that it is today, even with the Pandemic.

In fact, this country had one of the most severe rates of unemployment in the industrialised world second only to Germany.

Many lost homes and lived in makeshift dwellings with poor heating and sanitation, while hundreds of thousands faced the humiliation of poverty and unemployment.

In Sydney many slept in the Domain covered by newspapers and others left families to tramp country roads looking for any work they could find.

The government offered basic gold fossicking equipment for people who would go to the gold fields to try their luck.

Suicide increased and soldiers recently returned from the First World War, and still suffering from War experiences, were very badly affected.

The government also provided sustenance payments, often given in the form of basic

Dee’s mother made her a nightdress from flour bags while Dick had handkerchiefs from the same material and Rob was lucky enough to have shirts made of parachute silk.

Everyone seems to have had their own vegetable garden, chooks laid eggs and we were altogether fairly self sufficient. food like bread and potatoes, and known as “the Susso” and an estimated 30,000 had to report to police stations every week to collect the dole.

Fast forward to today, when last month the Reserve Bank estimated that $27.5 billion was spent by Australians at Christmas, with credit card interest reaching $286 million.

As usual, the Oral History group pondered the changing world and the effect that those more austere times had on our lives.

The emphasis in all our childhoods was on conserving what we had , making do and mending, and never buying something unless we could afford it.

As Russell said: “Waste not , want not “ was a mantra forever in our ears as children, and the others wholeheartedly agreed.

The majority of the Group were born in or just after the Depression but it still greatly influenced the way we lived.

Stuart told about people who had lost jobs and, with no money coming in, would “do moonlight flits” in an attempt to

escape their landlord, and joining the ever growing number looking for work which was impossible to get.

Keith remembered the “swaggies” who roamed the country roads, standing at the back door of his house until his mother offered them some food.

Sadly many were people who were highly trained white collar workers whose whole lives had collapsed around them.

In an effort to scrape a living some turned the rabbit plague to their advantage, by trapping and skinning rabbits, drying the skins and selling them to the skin buyer, while at the same time keeping body and soul together by eating the rest.

Bruce mentioned that it was common to line worn out shoes with newspaper and Hazel’s little school friend wore three summer dresses at once in the winter in an effort to keep warm.

“Everything was saved, including water,” said Monica, who was one of eight children.

“We bathed only once a week and took turns in the same bath water according to age, with the eldest going first.”

The group paused here and we talked of the changing conditions in the world and the fact that our economies now depend on buying and selling to a much greater degree than ever before.

We no longer live in a world where each group is completely self-sufficient but depend greatly on trade with other countries.

Our wants and needs have changed too, influenced no doubt by advertising that has become smarter than ever before with clever use of ever advancing technology.

Consequently we are easily convinced that the gadget we bought yesterday is practically obsolete the day after.

It is cheaper to throw away than to repair, our houses, even with smaller families, are bigger and more luxurious than we ever dreamed of in the past.

We can compare the different times and, while we cannot go back, we can perhaps learn a little from history and not make the same mistakes twice.

It will be interesting to see if our world will change when we finally emerge from this pandemic.

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Open Houses FOR WEEK 10 — 16 DECEMBER, 2020

DATE

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12/12/2020

10.00 - 10.30am

22 Redgum Avenue, Orange

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12/12/2020

10.00 - 10.30am

14 Warrigal Place, Orange

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12/12/2020

10.15 - 10.45am

13 Camellia Place, Orange

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$850,000 $900,000

12/12/2020

11.00 - 11.30am

86 Kenna Street, Orange

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$595,000

12/12/2020

11.00 - 11.30am

65 Torulosa Way, Orange

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$380,000

12/12/2020

11.00 - 11.30am

143 Anson Street, Orange

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$657,000

12/12/2020

11.00 - 11.30am

125 Gorman Road, Orange

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12/12/2020

11.00 - 11.30am

20 James Dalton Lane, Orange

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12/12/2020

11.15 - 11.45am

605 Bowan Park Road, Orange

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12/12/2020

11.45 - 12.15pm

38 Torulosa Way, Orange

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12/12/2020

12.00 - 12.30pm

68 Honeyman Drive, Orange

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$449,000

12/12/2020

12.15 - 12.45pm

52 Moulder Street, Orange

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12/12/2020

12.15 - 12.45pm

115 Woodward Street, Orange

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12/12/2020

12.30 - 1.00pm

7a Osman Street, Blayney

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$435,000

12/12/2020

12.30 - 1.00pm

20 Calvert Lane, Forest Reefs

12/12/2020

12.30 - 1.30pm

26 Matthews Avenue, Orange

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12/12/2020

1.15 - 1.45pm

152 Warrendine Street, Orange

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$749,000

12/12/2020

2.15 - 2.45pm

34 Walkers Lane, Orange

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ADDRESS

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$669,000

AUCTION

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WHAT’S ON THE MENU @ HOGS AUSTRALIA’S STEAKHOUSE

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WHAT’S ON THE MENU @ HOGS AUSTRALIA’S STEAKHOUSE

OPEN OVER THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS Try the Hoggies tasty Chicken dijonnaise, Grilled chicken breast topped with an avocado wedge and tangy mustard dijonnaise sauce.

— MELISE COLEMAN — The Hogs team are all about providing quality food and beverage in a casual, yet fun environment. Their diverse menu is centred around Prime Rib, an unbelievably tender steak that just melts in your mouth.

If you’re craving that delicious taste, get around, ‘The Duo’- Prime-rib and baby back pork ribs with 250g of flame-grilled pork ribs and smoky Memphis BBQ sauce. and welcoming takeaway or delivery orders seven days a week.

Stuck as to what you want to order? Why not their best- selling item on the menu, the Garlic prawn prime rib, available in three mouth-watering sizes, with three sautéed prawns and garlic cream sauce, served with

your choice of two sides. Or, try the crumbed mushroom and avocado salad featuring salt and pepper crumbed mushrooms, sliced avocado, potato chunks, mixed greens and tomatoes drizzled with zesty Italian balsamic dressing.

For those with a serious sweet tooth, the Boss Hog Rocky Road Sundae with vanilla and strawberry ice cream served on warm mud cake, smothered in chocolate sauce, topped with marshmallows, strawberry and chocolate topping, whipped cream, toasted coconut and chocolate wafer *PHEW* it’s a mouthful in more ways than one!

Still home to all your favourites including the Boss Hog burger, Chicken and Ranch

Salad and the $9.90 lunch menu specials (Mon-Fri).

Have you planned your Christmas celebration yet? If not, give the team a call, with full table service and a split bill option, they have an amazing selection of food for all tastes, starting at just $36.95.

Open seven days a week, from 12pm (and ONLY closed on Christmas Day). Don’t forget, delivery is also available within the Orange area, offering their full menu and your choice of delicious cocktails and mocktails.

Contact the team on 02 6362 2389 Located at 177 Lords Place, keep up with the Hoggies team on their socials where special discounts are shared.

Owner, Carolyn Peake

HOGS AUSTRALIA’S STEAKHOUSE | 177 LORDS PLACE, ORANGE | TEL. 6362 2389

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Delicious Daily Specials to tickle your taste buds Eat In and Take away Mon – Fri 6.30-3pm; Sat 7-12pm

Plan your Christmas Party taking bookings NOW

SET MENU $45 per person 3 Courses $80 per Person 3 Courses +

2 hours of Free soft drinks, tap beer, house wine & selected cocktails

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LUNCH & DINNER Eat in or takeaway Tue - Sat Weekly – Daily Specials Walk in Welcome

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37 William Street ORANGE Ph 6362 8611

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From the minute you walk into Duntryleague Bar and Restaurant you will experience amazing views unlike any other in Orange

OPEN FOR DINNER TUESDAY TO SATURDAY with a delicious menu full of local and fresh produce

Thai Chicken Sate Skewers $14.90 4 Chicken Sate skewers with Rice, pickled cucumbers & sate sauce (contains peanut) Add Chips or Salad $4 extra

Book your Christmas HOG’S Australian Steak get together House in Orange Are you looking to work while you have a Gap Year?

Mon-Fri LUNCH

We areSPECIALS looking for Wait Staff/Delivery Driver

$9.90

Casual or PPT depending on the applicant Must have a Manual car licence, RSA an advantage

Bookings

Eat in or Takeaway

Send Applications to hborange@hogsbreath.com.au

Woodward Street ORANGE Ph 6362 3466

295 Summer Street ORANGE Ph 0422 522 445

Phone 6362 2389 177 Lords Place Orange

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SOCIAL SCENE

Celebrating Marriage Photos supplied Sri Ramya Pullepu and Krishna Teja Suram held a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony or Vivaaha, as it is known in Sanskrit on Wednesday 18th November under the Hindu Marriage Act of 1955. This was the first traditional Hindu Wedding of its kind.

Congratulations Sri and Krishna! All the best for your future.

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WHATS HAPPENING AROUND THE REGION DECEMBER 10: Christmas Shopping Spree!

Get all your Christmas shopping done in one hit with a late night shopping fair in the Orange CBD. Businesses will remain open until 9pm and local singers will perform carols in the street, 4-9pm.

DECEMBER 12: Orange Farmers Christmas Shop&Go Market Stallholders will be at the Shop&Go Market at the Northcourt, between 8.30am and midday. Pre-orders encouraged by visiting orangefarmersmarket.org.au/stallholders

DECEMBER 12: 5 o’clock shadow @ The Vic Live music at the Victoria Hotel Orange from 8pm

DECEMBER 13: The Rotary Club of Orange Holiday Markets Join Rotary Club of Orange at the Showground from 9am for their annual Christmas markets, featuring local artisans, delicious food and plenty of festive community spirit.

Justin landers music @ The Vic Catch local country music favourite Justin Landers live in the beer garden from 2pm

DECEMBER 15: Clancy Pye Debut EP LAUNCH @ The Agrestic Grocer Join local singer/songwriter Clancy Pye as she celebrates the release of her Debut Self-Titled EP at The Agrestic Grocer Tickets $30 each.

DECEMBER 19: Live & Local - Lueth Ajak @ The Blind Pig The ever popular Lueth returns to the Blind Pig, live from 9pm. Limited spots, so book no at Eventbrite.

DECEMBER 23: Hark The Orange Angels Sing 4 Huntingtons A pre-recorded Christmas concert featuring local artists all in the name of raising money and awareness of Huntington’s Disease. 7pm at the Odeon 5 Cinema, tickets at stickytickets.com

DECEMBER 31: Light up Orange An immersive experience to ring in the New Year in Orange! Three 15-minute laser shows produced by internationally renowned company Laservision Mega Media. From 8.30pm.

New Years Eve at the Bowlo — Songs from Yester-year Celebrate New Years Eve with Orange City Bowling Club and Disco Tex, playing all your old favourite hits from the 60’s to now! Free admission - bookings essential!

Laser spectacular TO LIGHT UP T HE NEW YEAR SKIES ABOVE ORANGE Orange will welcome the New Year in spectacular style with a new-look New Year’s Eve party lighting up Wade Park.

Kennards Hire presents: Light Up Orange 2020 will be held from 6.30pm on December 31, featuring the city’s first New Year’s Eve laser show.

“I think the Orange community has a lot to celebrate and be hopeful for in the New Year,” said Orange Mayor Reg Kidd, who congratulated organisers for getting the New Year’s Eve party off the ground amid the uncertainty of COVID-19 restrictions.

“This year especially, it is important for everyone to celebrate their achievements, however big or small, in what has been a very challenging time.”

The highlight of the New Year’s Eve celebration will be three 15-minute laser shows produced by internationally renowned company Laservision Mega Media. The first of

the laser shows will kick off about 8.30pm.

“A light show is a more modern, safer approach than the traditional fireworks and can incorporate sound and visual elements to tell a story,” said Kennards Hire Regional Manager, Craig McMahon.

For the first year of Light Up Orange, Mr McMahon said they wanted to go back to the beginning and highlight the story of the first people of our land.

“We’re working with the Orange Aboriginal Medical Service and the Aboriginal Lands Council to create two laser shows, an extended Welcome to Country and a story about the Wiradjuri people of this region, while a third show will be a celebration of the New Year,” he said.

The alcohol-free event will also feature live

music and dance performances from local performers.

Local food providers will offer lots of delicious food options at the event, or people can bring their own picnic. Ticket-holders are encouraged to bring picnic rugs and chairs.

Tickets are now on sale at Eventbrite and via the Light Up Orange Facebook page.

The event is being hosted by Light Up Central West, a not-for-profit group formed by local business representatives to support the Central West economy. Orange City Council provided $30,000 for the event and joins Kennards Hire and Newcrest Mining as a major sponsor.

PICTURED ABOVE: Luke Compt (Kennards Hire), Melissa O’Brien (Newcrest Mining), Holly Manning (Manning PR and Media), Craig McMahon (Kennards Hire) and Mayor Reg Kidd.

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Join Rod Bloomfield for the “Jukebox Show” on Radio 2EL 108.9am Monday to Friday between 12 and 3pm.

ONE HIT WONDERS – ONE HIT WILL DO!

A musician once said to me that he’d give anything to be a one hit wonder.

He said words to the effect of one hit being enough to hang his hat on for life.

Good point!

I once met Martin Fisher, the keyboard player for Melbourne band Little Heroes when they had the single “One Perfect Day,” which reached number 12.

He said that having one hit was frustrating, but better than never having one at all.

One hit wonders add variety to what’s on the radio, they shake things up.

Without them, we’d have the same performers putting out songs that sound like the others. They add interest!

Take Lou Bega’s 1999 hit “Mambo Number 5,” which went to number 1, and landed on top of the charts because it was so darned different to the other songs around at that time.

One of the more interesting one hit wonders was a chart topper for two different duos.

In 1996 there was a little song, and dance called “Macarena.”

In Australia the Los Del Mar version reached number 4 at around the same time that the Los Del Rio original was making number 1.

Odd, but not unheard of.

In 1978 a South African band called Clout released a cover of a Righteous Brothers song called “Substitute.”

It reached number 3.

Around the same time a Sydney trio called Peaches released it too.

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It also reached number 3 on the Aussie charts.

One hit wonders have been around as long as hit parades and a fair sprinkling of them were novelty hits.

One classic example was the 1958 Sheb Wooley number 1 selling song “Purple People Eater.” He did actually have a second hit in 1963 with a song called “Hootenanny Hoot,” which got to number 2, but no one really remembers it, so he still qualifies as a one hit wonder!

Bobby “Boris” Pickett’s “Monster Mash” was a minor hit in Australia upon it’s release in 1962, and then was (slightly mystifyingly) re-released in 1973, when it climbed to number 1 on the Australian Top 40.

1979 could possibly be labelled as the peak year of one hit wonders on Australian charts.

“The Knack” took their classic hit “My Sharona” to number 1 that year.

Patrick Hernandez had a number 1 with “Born to be Alive.”

British outfit M saw “Pop Muzik” go to number 1.

And one of my favourite songs from that year was a one hit wonder from UK Squeeze who took their song “Cool for Cats” to number 4.

The high number of one hit wonders that year helped to make 1979 a really interesting one for commercial music and added a real variety of sounds.

The next decade started with some big one hit wonders too.

The Vapours with “Turning Japanese”, a song that has been labelled as one of the most stupid songs of all time, but impossibly catchy too, led the charge, along with The Buggles hit “Video Killed The Radio Star” then in

’81 “Tainted Love” by English duo “Soft Cell.” All adding interest to those years.

Interesting is what one hit wonders often are!

Let’s go back to 1970 when an American with a very “un-rock n roll” name, Norman Greenbaum, stormed the world charts with his song “Spirit in the Sky.” It is a song with Christian themes, influenced by Greenbaum’s feeling that western movies characters wish to die with their boots on was somehow “spiritual” in a way, and sung by an Orthodox Jew, is interesting!

So, what is the most successful one hit wonder of all time?

I can’t actually tell you because there are different criteria.

The 2011 hit “Somebody That I Used to Know” by Australia’s own Gotye has taken top spot in some US lists selling 8 times platinum.

“Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor, which is also an 8 times platinum mega seller, sits 2nd.

But there are also reader and listener survey lists.

Readers of “Rolling Stone” magazine rated “Take on Me,” the hit from A-Ha as number 1.

Number 2 was the Dexys Midnight Runners classic “Come on Eileen.”

My favourite one hit wonder of all time? Tough question! But probably “Ship of Fools” by World Party.

It made number 5 in Australia in 1987. The lyrics of this clever little song ring as true today as ever.

So... What’s yours?

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Dotting Our “i”s and “t”s and Everything Else Too… By popular demand we welcome back Jowellyn Neville, artist from Spring Hill NSW, to May Raechelle Art Gallery, Millthorpe.

Jowellyn first turned her hand to art in 2014 and has experimented with many art styles from Surrealism and Impressionism until settling on her current art form of Pointillism.

So, what is Pointillism? As Jowellyn says, “It’s dots. Many, many dots.”

Jo’s works are mainly created using ink pens with an occasional hint of pastel, pencil, graphite and watercolour.

Being true to the artform Jowellyn’s technique uses small, distinct dots which are applied in patterns to form an image. And after suffering a significant brain injury in an equine accident her art became an intense rehabilitation to regain hand-eye coordination and reduce hand tremors.

“It’s therapeutic for me,” says Jowellyn, “I get caught up in the placement of dots and it’s all I’m focused on. Everything that has happened that day disappears from my mind and the whole of my concentration is on the piece I am

working on. It’s very all-absorbing.”

“I’m inspired by my love of horses and the beauty of the Australian bush. I am continually on the lookout for new subjects to draw and commissioned pieces are always welcome.”

Jowellyn has won several prizes in local art competitions. Her work has been on display at the Orange Regional Art Gallery (Orange NSW) and she holds featured exhibitions annually in smaller galleries around Central West NSW. Jowellyn’s work can also be spotted in various professional and community offices around Central West NSW and beyond.

Jowellyn’s exhibitions are always very popular and she is bringing a range of works including original art, prints and cards. “I hope something for everyone to appreciate.”

Meet the artist: Sunday 6 December and Saturday 19 December. A fantastic opportunity to talk with Jowellyn about her art and watch her demonstrate this incredible art style.

Jowellyn’s exhibition will run from Thursday 3 December 2020 to Sunday 28 February 2021.

Dear Sir/Madam, Royal Life Saving is reminding all parents and carers of the vital importance of adult supervision at all times when children are around water.

Drowning is often quick and silent. It can easily happen whilst parents are distracted by everyday chores around the home.

Any distraction is dangerous can be very dangerous and can put young children at risk around water. It is never worth taking the risk.

Research shows that, over the past 18 years, 507 children aged 0 to 4 years drowned. Of these, 207 (41%) were aged one year.

The risk of drowning triples as soon as a child starts to crawl. It peaks shortly after a child’s first birthday, just as they start to become more mobile.

Royal Life Saving’s new Keep Watch Campaign kicks off in time for summer to remind parents and carers about the risks of child drowning. Children are very curious and unpredictable. They love to explore and can disappear in the blink of an eye. Remember … kids can’t help themselves around water, you need to.

Royal Life Saving is asking all parents and carers to Supervise, Restrict, Teach and Respond to keep children safe. Supervise your children at all times around water.

Restrict their access to water with a correctly installed and regularly maintained pool fence. Teach them water safety skills. Know how to respond in an emergency by learning CPR skills.

We want all Australians to enjoy our beautiful waterways this summer. It is very important to be mindful of the risks. Stay safe and always Keep Watch.

Readers can get more information by visiting www. royallifesaving.com.au.

Yours sincerely Justin Scarr, CEO Royal Life Saving Society – Australia

CUMNOCK MARKET

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Saturday 12th December from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park Cumnock (opposite General Store)

With lots of fabulous country cooks our fresh cakes and biscuits are legendary.

So too are the jams, chutneys and pickles.

There are always stalls with beautiful craft items.

Two of our ladies is making cloth masks selling at very reasonable prices.

The Market is a registered COVIDSafe organization.

Visitors will be asked for their name and contact details to allow contact tracing (if required), and will be expected to practise social distancing.

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Congratulations Bryce R yan

Pictured with Bryce are Jan Kerr, President, CWA Central Western Group, Chris Kelly, Administrat ion Manager, Hort Enterprises and Jacqueline Sands, Senior Workfor ce Consultant, SkillSet.

itage News from the Hera Roses of Australi Recently, members of the Orange-Central Tablelands Group of the Heritage Roses of Australia Inc held their Annual General meeting in the Botanic Room at the Botanic Gardens Orange.

This meeting followed the monthly working bee which focused on weeding, some heading roses and checking on roses at risk.

The stoktake of roses continues with mapping of the Portland and Bourbon collections.

Country Women’s Association Central Western Group are happy to announce this year’s winner of the Most Deserving 4th Year Apprentice employed with SkillSet, Bryce Ryan.

Bryce, who comes from Blayney, is currently completing a Mechanical Trade Certificate III while working with Hort Enterprises. Bryce is planning to continue his studies next year by enrolling in a Boilermaker Trade certificate.

“It goes to show hard work pays off,” said Bryce, who was very grateful for the recognition.

Bryce was chosen for his consistent work ethic and commitment to always doing his best, said Jacqueline Sands from SkillSet. The CWA Central Western Group has been presenting this award since 1997 and are happy to encourage young people to achieve their employment goals.

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The Co-ordinator of the group Sharyn Pussell welcomed members. In her report Sharyn mentioned the effect that COVIC19 had causes on working bees which had to be suspended from March until June; Kathy Mill’s seat has been erected outside the church as a permanent memorial from the group in recognition of Kathy’s contribution to the rose gardens; with the break of the drought, members have been able to focus on the roses than watering; unfortunately some stock have been lost due to the drought and the stock take begun in 2019 by Pam and Denise has been completed for the species collection; the group needs to research where roses can be obtained or propagated to replace lost roses. This year only two garden visits occurred in March – to Helen Green’s Garden and in October when members were treated to five beautiful garden in Forbes. This visit was kindly organised by Jeanette Thomas whose garden was among the gardens visited. The year will conclude with a visit to Sharyn Pussell and Jamie Gordon’s garden on December 7th after the final working bee for 2020.

The election of office bearers for 2021 was conducted with Sharyn Pussell as Co-ordinator, Helen Green was voted in as secretary and Christine Kosarek as Treasurer.

Anyone interested in joining the group is asked to call 0427892486 for details. The group meets at the heritage rose garden at 9.30am on the first Monday of each mont.

FRED HAMILTON FARRAR BORN: 26/11/2020 WEIGHT: 2840g PARENTS: Alison and Lachlan Farrar GRANDPARENTS: Jack (5); Oscar (3)

Members from left to right Jeanette Thomas, Denise Serbutt, Barbara Haynes, Helen Bilenkil, Barb Mutton, Patricia Bannatyne, Sharyn Pussell and Barbara Green.

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Thanks for the support Ashcrofts!

Orange Prostate Support Group members Ray Manchester and Charlie Everett presented a certificate of thanks to Ian and Rochelle Ashcroft for their support during the prostate cancer fundraiser The Long Run. The Ashcrofts donated $1000 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia fundraiser, which saw Ray and more the 3,500 other Australian walk, run or ride 72 kilometres to raise money and awareness of the disease.

“Ashcroft’s IGA donated $1000. A lot of other people did too but they were my top sponsor,” said Ray. “They do lot of good work in the community and they look after the foundation extremely well. They even have Men’s socks for sale in the shop and the proceeds go to the Foundation.”

Orange Prostate Support Group members Ray Manchester (left) and Charlie Everett (right) presented a certificate of thanks to Ian and Rochelle Ashcroft for supporting their fundraising.

Dear Bob,

All in all, the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia fundraiser, The Long Run raised more than $1.5 million.

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A Service of Solace A worship service for those who will miss someone this Christmas

6.00pm Wednesday 16th December 2020 Orange Uniting Church Hall, 217 Anson Street, Orange Registration is required to comply with our COVID Safety Plan Please register at Eventbrite or at the Orange Uniting Church Office Phone 6362 5788 orange@nswact.uca.org.au w. www.eventbrite.com.au

UB NEWS FROM ORANGE MENS PROBUS CL It was all hopes and plans for Orange Men’s Probus Club for Christmas and the New Year, at the last meeting for 2020. (where has the year gone?) Fellowship and fun for all.

Treasurer David reported that all is in order, and we can expect a reduction in membership fees next year, because Probus South Pacific is not printing the Magazine, but has gone “on line” which is a considerable saving in printing and postage.

On the Tours front, the trip to Stuart Town

by XPT train is organised for 2nd February 2021. Just hand your name in at the Feb 6th meeting so John can reserve the seats, and then take your Concession card to the Railway and get your ticket; $2.50 return.

Lunch will be at the Stuart Town Pub at the reasonable price of $20 for two courses. Get out and enjoy the company and fresh air.

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Several tours are being planned. To Parkes by rail, lunch, and return by coach, see twice as much scenery. Go to Dubbo to visit the Flying Doctor Base on a day trip, or stay over and visit the Zoo. There are a number of new enterprises in Orange that should be interesting to visit.

November’s program was by NSW TrainLink suggesting the many opportunities presently available on trains at minimal cost to seniors. Senior Customer Service Officers, Katherine Matts, Margaret Kennedy and Mick Herst advised of trips available, as far as Broken Hill which is combined with a return by coach via Dubbo to catch the train home. They also described the plans for TrainLink with a billion dollar upgrade planned; this includes much improved comfort on the trains and more room for luggage, prams, bikes etc, and more

security staff.

Any one for crocquet? It can be arranged if members are interested.

Guest Speakers: In January, John Read will speak on Diabetes, followed by Richard Turnbull in February and then Bill Walsh will talk on Law as it effects Seniors.

Life Member: In honour of twenty years of service to Probus, Dick Page was granted Life membership, and was roundly applauded by his fellows.

Covid 19 made it impossible to have the usual Christmas dinner, but OSMC presented a very Christmassy morning tea which include the traditional plum pudding, Pavlova and chocolates.

Orange Men’s Probus meets next on Wed, 6th January 2021. HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

OCLife Reader’s Short Story

Race for Change Written by Matilda Stafford ~ age 13

I take a hasty look around before the starter’s gun fires. I see myself surrounded by girls on their billycarts.

This’ll be easy. The bang startles me but I push off and briefly wave at Norm, walking stick in the air, yelling garbled instructions. All I hear is “Let’s go, Hugo!”

My confidence is growing – I’m in front. The weight of Norm’s old billycart drags me down the hill thanks to the law of gravity, and the tunnel is approaching, fast.

The shadowy entrance of the tunnel swallows me up and I’m flying through.

That’s when I make the fatal mistake of looking back. I hit a pothole. The billycart flips. I’m suddenly airborne cartwheeling.

The landing is not as soft as the flight.

Somebody is helping me up. A voice in my ear says; “Are you alright, mate?”

Strong hands pull me to my feet. My vision is fuzzy, but I see a green chequered cap. “I’m alright, thanks.”

My rescuer gets back on their cart and bolts.

I hurriedly follow. Like Norm said – the billycart is sturdy. I’m more damaged than it is.

But there’s no chance now – I can see the chequered cap way ahead. He cruises over the finish line, somebody waves a flag, and I roll in second. My brain is too blurred to be bothered.

The crowd applauds and claps. Some bloke yells through an old-fashioned tin speaking trumpet, “The winner of the final heat is – what’s yer name, son?”

Chequered cap lifts it off – a single long plait falls. “My name’s Lores.”

The crowd laughs and hoots.

The race official is fuming. “Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve got a disqualification here. No girls allowed.”

“What!’ she yells. “It didn’t say that on the sign-up sheet! That’s unfair!”

The man ignores her and looks at me. “What’s your name? You’re the heat winner!”

“Hugo,” I stutter.

The girl is as cranky as a magpie in nesting season.

“Finals in one hour,” the man announces. *** Nothing seems familiar. There’s something wrong. The

road that was tarred is now dirt. The only cars look like vintage ones from a museum. There’s no skyscrapers – the tallest buildings are two stories high. Even the power lines look different. Everyone is dressed in drab clothes – no colour, no brands. All the adults are wearing hats and the women are wearing gloves. Most men are in suits – all the women are in dresses. There’s no t-shirts, no sneakers. And the strangest thing of all – nobody is filming on their smartphone.

What is this?

Suddenly the girl is in my face. “That’s not fair. I won that heat.”

I shrug. “I know. I didn’t make the rules. Why can’t girls race anyway? They do everything else.”

It was the girl’s turn to look bewildered.

We get talking. She doesn’t like school – all they learn is cooking and sewing, stuff like that. She wants to work with machines. She looks embarrassed, reluctant to continue, but I coax it out. “… My real dream is to … fly… an aeroplane.” She hangs her head like a dying flower. “Aren’t you gonna laugh?”

“No. Why?” “Because girls aren’t allowed to do those things.”

“Why not? They go into space. They drive race cars.

They even fight in wars.”

Lores’ mouth hangs open. “Where are you from?”

She nearly didn’t believe me, and I don’t blame her – I don’t believe myself. But we worked out whatever happened must have happened in the tunnel.

“We need to get you back through that tunnel,” says Lores. “You’ve won a spot in the final heat – my spot – so race the way you did last time.”

I can’t see any other way. But I did see a way for Lores to still have a chance in her battle. “How badly do you want to compete in this race?”

“Really bad.”

“Bad enough to lose your plait?”

We share a complicit grin. Lores jerks her pocketknife out. I open it and hack vigorously – there’s no turning back now. One swift movement and the plait’s gone.

“Looking good,” I say. “And now a new name. What’s your surname?”

“Bonny.”

“So, Larry Bonny, maybe?”

“Larry it is.” *** I’m up at the starter line, glancing around. It’s all boys.

Their billycarts are handmade from scrap timber just like mine, with solid steel wheels recycled from busted train luggage trolleys . Just before the starter’s gun, I think about my last words to Lores; “Don’t let anyone tell you what you can and can’t do. If it’s your dream – go for it.”

The gun fires. All the billycarts jolt forward. The carts move deftly, like ripples through water.

Again, gravity pulls me down the hill, in front of the others, just like Lores predicted. We screech toward the tunnel. I hope our plan works. Lores is in there, waiting, hiding in the dusty gloom. I disappear into the dim opening not daring to look back, eyeballing the entrance straight ahead.

There’s no crash this time, but as the tunnel ends, I see Lores racing in front of me.

I lock my eyes shut.

Then, hesitating, I open them. I’m staring at a cream coloured ceiling, lying on a pull-out bed.

Through the clear glass window of the nurse’s station I see Norm hobbling in.

“I crashed your billycart, Norm. I’m really sorry – I didn’t even place.”

“Don’t worry about that old thing, mate,” Norm chortled, waving a hand. “It’s tough as nails. And yer wouldn’t have stood a chance against them girls anyway. Reminds me of a girl who snuck into our billycart race. She flogged us boys. Determined thing she was. Grew up to be the first woman to fly solo from Australia to England. Lores Bonney was her name. I’ll never forget it.”

Neither will I.

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THUMBS DOWN to drivers who put their blinkers on at the last minute.

Especially the driver 28/11/20 at 8:30am in the white Hyundai Getz on Woodward st near Orange High. All I can say is if you want a car up your butt you’re going the right way about it.

THUMBS UP to the new kids show on Community Radio Station 107.5FM. Called Precious Little, it’s quite brilliant and a credit to the lady who presents it…is it Alison?

THUMBS UPto Choox. I purchased my first chicken from them last week and the guy behind the counter was incredibly pleasant, and genuine overall. The chicken was big and our visitors even commented on how nice it was compared to what they buy from their supermarket.

A HUGE THUMBS UP to the “Happiness Fairy” for all the “happiness” jars around the Orange hospital. It’s been a great staff morale booster. EDITOR: Now it’s stuff like that we like to hear about.

THUMBS DOWN to Orange City Council who turn our whole city into a construction site but is not able to fix the foot path across Orange High.

This problem has been there for many years and no complaint has changed the situation. My little mini scooter cannot manage to drive over it.

THUMBS DOWN a massive thumbs down to the owner of a white Dual cab Navara who constantly parks in a 30 min car spot in front of the Chemist in summer street. You are stopping the elderly being able to access essential services by your arrogance parking in a 30 min all day park! Shame on you!

THUMBS UP to Kim Harmer.

Needed someone to do a garden tidy up and some weeding, quite a bit in fact. Found Kim in the OCL classifieds and she was a Godsend. Nice lady, well organized, kept me informed but more than that, a hard and caring worker. When finished, I was more than satisfied. Very happy to give her a Thumbs up and recommend Kim for anything she says she can do.

A BIG THUMBS UP to Amy Scarr at Orange Health Service for her cheeriness and willingness to help out whenever she can. It’s appreciated..

THUMBS DOWN to the Orange City Council. I can’t believe Orange relies on you to solve their enquiries, I would be embarrassed. I called 2 weeks ago to have my broken bin replaced and guess what? Your so-called bin collector didn’t even collect the broken one or drop off the new one. This council is a joke.

Apparently asking for something simple from Orange City Council is too much to ask. EDITOR: In fairness, when council passes on enquiries such as this, they can’t be held responsible if the service provider then fails in their responsibilities.

THUMBS UP to Mandy at the Telstra shop who solved our problem, after indifferent service at other Telstra shops she was a breath of fresh air.

DOUBLE THUMBS DOWN to the opportunistic thief who stole the $200 my wife inadvertently left in the selfservice checkout machine at a local supermarket last week. The mistake was realised within a matter of minutes, but on return, this parasitic grub had already pocketed the money.

Authorities are investigating as events were captured on security camera. I can suggest several alternatives to a slap on the wrist from a judge.

THUMBS UP to the young lady who returned a small item I had lost while on the escalator in the shopping centre this week. She managed to follow me to return this item but what impressed was her helpfulness in doing so. It was so lovely to experience a young person being so considerate. It’s the little things that mean so much.

THUMBS UP to Hyde at Just Cuts for being amazing and patient and gentle with my daughter’s first haircut.

THUMBS DOWN to all those people in Orange who drive straight through a roundabout without stopping or even looking? The law states: Entering a roundabout, drivers must slow or stop to give way to any vehicle already in the roundabout.

THUMBS UP to Sandy in the surgical ward at Orange Hospital for going above and beyond to help patients, families and the hospital in stressful situations. You are a great asset to the hospital and the surgical ward.

THUMBS UP to our neighbour Dean and his son for constantly mowing our lawn for us through a difficult time. Very much appreciated!

THUMBS UP to our Council for at least having a go at making Christmas a happier time for locals. Council cops a lot of criticism and much of it is probably warranted, but credit where credit is due, the Orange CBD and Christmas in Orange generally is looking and feeling better this year than in previous years and for that, we should be thankful.

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