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Life words of encouragement “Disappointment to a noble soul is what cold water is to burning metal; it strengthens, tempers, intensifies, but never destroys it.”

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It’s been hard not to have noticed the colder days, and nights lately, and it won’t be long before we’ll all be cursing those cold winter days that places like Orange throw at us occasionally. It’s all part of the lifestyle of living in Orange, but on balance, few of us really have much to complain about.

Avid readers may be interested to hear that I’m hoping to start another book serial in OC Life very soon. Last year we ran local Millthorpe writer Kim Kelly’s book Sunshine as a serial and it was very popular, and Kim has kindly agreed to let us do similar with another of her books. I’m about to read one that I’m considering so stay tuned for that, it could help you get through those cold days I mentioned, especially if you snuggle up with a warm drink near a fire as you read.

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THIS WEEK’S COVER

Another day, another dollar as the saying goes, and often it can feel just like that can’t it? That’s where Orange City Life can help, our magazine takes you away from the mundane side of life for a little while and takes you into a world where you hear about people doing great things, see lots of happy faces, find out about things to do and get inspired by people’s action, you also get the chance to win some great prizes each week and quite a bit more. I hope that’s the way you view OC Life each week.

It’s probably worth reminding readers about a few of the opportunities we offer that some may feel have gone by the wayside during the pandemic. If you’re celebrating a new arrival, a marriage, a significant anniversary or holding a social gathering and would like to see the details and some of the photos in OC Life, we still do this, just ask, or send them to us at reception@oclife. com.au We goofed up with our What shop is it last week, or more correctly I goofed up. Put it down to a senior’s moment. Sorry about that folks, the right details are in this issue so we’re back on track.

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Until next week, happy reading everyone and go well!

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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 weekend brought with it rain and lots of it. Though Defying the odds however will require a number of changes, sacrific The following businesses that didn’t stop the CHANGES Spring Hill — Wood and Orange From Ducks this issue, Orange City Life will look very differe have graciously agreed to types of stories andfor features we’ve included in recent issues simply c for raising some money charity. sponsor us Emulators until June 30th. isolation rules.

We are extremely grateful To help us all through the Coronavirus crisis, for now at least, we’re 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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Local students explore pollinators for new Exhibition — MELISE COLEMAN —

If you take a step into the Orange Regional Gallery, your senses will come alive with the incredible work of our local primary schools’ artistic capabilities.

Orange Regional Museum and Orange Regional Gallery have joined forces with many of the region’s public primary schools to shine a light on biodiversity in a project called Pollinators.

The education kit focused on introducing children to pollination and plant biology as well as the identification of local plants and the animals that pollinate them.

designed for children and families, as well as a pollination game that encourages young people to identify local plant species and the animals that pollinate them,” Dr Andrews said.

Pollinators is a creative art-making and environmental education project that explores the behaviour of pollinating insects, birds, bats and other small mammals, and the crucial role they play in sustaining biodiversity and human health.

Children have also been learning about the crucial role that pollinators play in our lives.

“Children can also learn what they can do in their own backyards to encourage pollinating animals and leave their thoughts on the interactive apple tree.”

The project culminates in an exhibition featuring artworks by thousands of local students, which will be displayed at Orange Regional Museum until May 9.

As part of the SPARKE Learning Network, to kick off the Pollinators project in 2021, the Museum and Gallery teams prepared art-making templates and an education kit, which were distributed to participating schools from Orange and surrounding areas at the beginning of the school year.

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The art-making activity saw children paint thousands of wings that represent four native pollinating animals found in the Orange region – The Australian Painted Lady Butterfly, the Bluebanded Bee, the Grey-headed Flying-fox and the Red Wattlebird.

Orange Regional Museum Manager Dr MaryElizabeth Andrews says the hundreds of wings have been installed to create a colourful collaborative ‘swarm’ display, as part of the exhibition.

“The exhibition will also include educational panels

...Children can also learn what they can do in their own backyards to encourage pollinating animals...

The exhibition also features a space for those to get involved and ‘Bee a pollinator,’ getting interactive with the display, as well as getting visitors thinking about how they can help pollinators in the garden at home and/or school, writing down their thoughts and displaying them on the ‘apple tree.’

What a great opportunity to check out a locally produced exhibition featuring the talents of our own local mini artists and also a great chance for families to see their children’s artworks displayed.

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with Bob Holland

BACK TO BASICS Last week, I flagged that change was on the way within our business from the end of March. I can now tell you what’s happening.

It is with some regret that I announce that the final issue of our NEWSWATCH Newspaper will come out on March 27.

With the Jobkeeper subsidies ending at the end of March, our business, like so many others, will have to make changes, we simply can’t overcome the great drop in advertising turnover that has occurred during the pandemic, and not returned. Our industry is one, like the travel industry, that has suffered more than most as a result of the pandemic.

In making this decision, I have considered a number of options, talked to my team, and come to the decision that we should get back to the basics, and that’s our Orange City Life magazine. Closing altogether was also one option but keeping people in jobs is important to me as is, what I believe to be the valuable contribution Orange City Life makes to the City. Other businesses who also derive business from us were also on my mind.

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Sadly, to do this also requires us to reduce our staff numbers and that sees some of our team leaving. This hurt but is unavoidable.

Sue Gore sends us an image she described as a “Lovely autumn morning,” a little different to what we have seen the past week! Thankyou for warming our minds with this image Sue. Stay safe all!

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Some people may think that combining the two publications is one way to go, but this is not an option and defeats the spirit and purpose we set Orange City Life up for in the first place. We will however

transfer a couple of NEWSWATCH features across to OC Life including the TV Guide, The Council Game and a couple of columns. We’ll also look at introducing new features to make OC Life even more enjoyable in future.

We started NEWSWATCH on the back of the Jobkeeper subsidies, mainly to show what a good local newspaper can do. I had hoped that things might improve over time to enable us to keep it going. Sadly, that hasn’t happened, and I’m forced to let it go.

NEWSWATCH had its knockers but it also had its fans, and David Dixon did a superb job producing the lion’s share of the stories each week. He’s a true professional and I want to acknowledge his efforts.

I hope NEWSWATCH made a positive difference while it appeared and that some gains may have occurred and be ongoing from what we did.

For now, though, it’s onward and upward with Orange City Life where we’ll continue our tradition of trying to bring out the best in people.

I would also like to thank all those who contributed to NEWSWATCH in some way, you did very well and your efforts were appreciated by myself and regular Newswatch readers alike!

The good news for OC Life readers is that we can now concentrate more on the one product and as I mentioned earlier, trust me when I say, we’ll be looking for new ways and new ideas to further keep you entertained and engaged each week.

We hope you continue to enjoy the OC Life ride.

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Orange Lions Club’s fundraising efforts have added $14,500 to the coffers of local children’s charity Give Me 5 For Kids.”

“The club was overwhelmed by the support that they received from the Orange community including the ladies in the Oaktree Village Craft Group as well a group of ladies in Molong known as ‘The 3 Grannies,’” said Lions Club member and fundraising coordinator Graeme Eggleston.

big difference at the Children’s Ward at Orange Hospital.

Not the types who look for recognition, The 3 Grannies simply said ‘they were only too pleased to help’, as they know what the charity does for kids from the Orange and Molong communities.

“We all know how hard it is for families when they are split up through parents having to go to Sydney with the sick child, leaving other siblings behind to be looked after by friends or relatives.”

Handing over the cheque for $14,500 last Thursday, Orange Lions Club President Peter Fuge said the money will help Give ME 5 for Kids make a

But none of this would have been possible without the help of the Orange and Molong Communities,” he said.

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“The money will be used to provide specialised equipment which will allow more children to be treated in Orange without having to go to Sydney,” said Peter.

“We cannot thank them enough for their generosity, which helped make this project a huge success.”

“We were very excited to receive the donation supporting our charity Give Me 5 For Kids,” said Neil Gill Triple MMM Breakfast Announcer.

“We’re overwhelmed with the final result as well as the amazing support from Graeme, his team, and the various community groups involved. It’s comforting to acknowledge that all monies raised stay local and will assist the Give Me 5 For Kids in buying badly needed specialised equipment for the children’s ward.”

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40 Year Celebration

calls for memories to be shared — MELISE COLEMAN —

This year the Orange Evening View Club will be celebrating 40 years with a celebration to be had in May. As the Orange Evening View was inaugurated as a club in 1981, the club are putting a call out for past members to hear and share each other’s stories and experiences.

supporting over 1400 students and their families. There are many children in Orange being supported by The Smith Family. We are immensely proud to help these children and their families.

Evening View is a group of women who gather once a month to support The Smith Family. They raise money to go directly to The Smith Family but more importantly they support students from under privileged homes.

“As a Club we are supporting our National President in April,” continued Anne Marie. “We will be hosting a luncheon at the ExServices Club for all View Club members to attend. It is going to be an exciting time for us!

The club currently support five students, just this year and over the past 11 years have supported 11 students through school; seven of these have graduated year 12, and some students have gone onto University, often being the first person in their family to ever attend tertiary education. When a student is on the Smith Family program the whole family is supported and helped to improve their circumstances.

The club meet once a month at the Ex-Services Club for a meal and short meeting. “We usually have an interesting speaker or evening of frivolity, in our April meeting we will be hosting a fashion parade with beautiful clothes from local store, Black Pepper.”

2021 Committee member, Anne Marie Davis explained, “There are over 300 view clubs across Australia and together they are

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“During 2020; during COVID-19, we had 76 incredibly supportive members enabling us to continue support supporting our Children.”

“We are always looking for women from all backgrounds and ages to join us and we hope to welcome some new faces at our next monthly meeting,” said Anne Marie.

A recent meeting was the Evening View’s Annual General Meeting where their 2021 Committee was elected. They are as follows: Wendy Redden, Michelle Holland, Louise Eggleston; President, Yvonne Walker, Liz Saunders, Election Chairperson – Bev Holland, Carole Thompson, Rohanne Tiefel, Jane Bryant, Anne-Maree Davis, Anne Field Janelle Gibson, and Julianne Grant.

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Memories

by Ned

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There is nothing more boring than being in a hospital when you are not really sick, I had skin missing, bruises and contusions and recovering from concussion but not really sick. So, time dragged for me. I worked up a few pranks (only on young nurses who would gently chastise me, not the older dragons of whom I was greatly afraid).

Hunting ANDHospital There is nothing more satisfying to the human male than the results of a good hunt; it is in our genes since caveman days.

Here was I aged eight in hunter’s heaven. Homeward bound, with four big plump rabbits and the mattock strapped to the bike’s handlebars.

Rabbits paired up two each side of the bar, making good time downhill one of the rabbit’s swung into the front wheel. Then momentum and gravity took over, and over the bars went Ned!

When I awoke everything was white and light and quiet. Faint voices in the background sounding like “rhubarb, rhubarb, rhubarb.”

I was dressed in one of those dresses’ that angels wear and when I reached up to check on my halo, I only found bandages. I thought ‘drat, foiled again.”

By putting my fist under the opposite arm when they were taking my pulse, I could stop it, or filling the bottle to the brim from the sink in the corner and watching their face when they lifted it. They said, “If you want to play little boy – so be it – let’s play.” On return from x-ray my bed has been short sheeted, the bottle came straight from the freezer, when I woke up alongside the bed, there was a trolley with large hypodermic syringes, a length of rubber hose and all sorts of medical tools with the curtains all drawn about the bed. They certainly gave me ‘what for’ and it served me right.

It seemed I had been picked up by a family going to town, they put me in the back with the dogs and kids and dropped me into the hospital. Unfortunately, we never found out their names to thank them and apologise for bleeding

When Mum’s clan broke up in the old country they scattered, some to New Zealand, some to America and some to Australia and settled. An old Aunt in California left Mum an inheritance, not big but substantial.

Her friend said to her “Sissy,

buy yourself something really nice,” Mum replied, “I don’t need anything at the present I’ll put it away it might come in handy one day.”

Years later, when attending to her estate, it was found in the bank untouched. The financial security it engendered was to her work a hundred-fold. The knowledge of its existence was comforting. In the family, debt was to be avoided at all cost, In the 30’s there was still echoes of debtor’s prison and bank foreclosures and debit was feared.

Mum was Accountant, Banker and Paymaster all in one. Dad trusted her completely with all matters financial. If I needed something there was always money available, if I wanted something Mum would always say, “Think about it for a while and see if you really want it.”

Nine times out of 10 she was right.

“Ned” said my lovely wife, “You are rambling.” True, but I am sure you forgive a small ramble.

Anyway, I mended soon enough, and Grandpa mended the bike. One ray of sunshine was that no one nicked my small mattock. I never found out what happened to the rabbits, but, all’s well that ends well.

Regards, Ned!

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“I worked for Flight Centre for 20 years in various roles; the last few years I headed up the recruitment team,” said Michelle.

“The bit I loved about Flight Centre — even though I haven’t been in the travel side for a while — was selling and organising travel for people. So, I took a redundancy in April 2019 and that’s when Adventum was born!”

don’t match the ‘two adults, two children’ family unit.

Adventum is Latin for ‘adventure.’ And it’s in adding a little adventure to your holiday that Michelle specialises.

“If you just want to go to Fiji and lay on the beach; I can book it for you. But what I really love, and why my clients come to me, are those true culture experiences — say you want to go to Sri Lanka, but you don’t want to stay in a backpackers. I will find you a bespoke hotel (often locally owned) to ensure your experience is incredible said Michelle.

“Another gap I saw in the market was the really well-travelled people that wanted to do something different. They want to have experiences. Super fun things like driving supercar on a track carved from ice around a frozen lake deep within the artic circle! Or maybe gardens are your thing: how about going behind the scenes of 1000 year old garden in Italy – truly unique experiences!”

Another specialty of Michelle’s is planning family holidays — particularly for families that

“It can be difficult for families that are not your perfect ‘two adults, two kids,’ even just room configurations, can be difficult. We did a trip to Japan with some good friends who have three children, having three kids is like having 50 in Tokyo. From this another niche grew.”

...Another gap I saw in the market was the really welltravelled people that wanted to do something different...

The coronavirus pandemic has obviously put international travel on pause, but it hasn’t stopped Michelle finding adventure for clients a little closer to home.

“From then it has been about finding that adventure and unique things people could do within Australia,” said Michelle.

“I’ve nicknamed Lord Howe as the new Aspen, as many people that would normally travel to North America to ski at the end of the year are all going to Lord Howe. Last week I booked four families over the Christmas period. Tasmania and the Northern Territory are also very popular!”

If you are thinking of an Adventure call Michelle on 1300 414180 10 MARCH 25—31, 2021

PROUD LOCAL BUSINESS

What’s old is new again at the Metro Step inside the renovated Metropolitan Hotel and you’ll find a warm, character-filled pub that’s embracing its historic past.

“We don’t want it to look like every other pub and we want to keep that link to Orange’s past,” says Publican Mark Murphy of their ongoing renovations.

Built as a general store by John Woodward around 1850 and originally known as Manchester House, the Metro is an iconic Orange’s landmark.

It has been continually operated as a hotel for almost 150 years and has a character that drew Mark and his wife Joanne to purchase it almost five years ago.

“It is our kind of feel, we like that older style of pub,” says Mark, who is himself a fifth-generation publican.

“There are taverns, bistro pubs… we wanted a ‘pub’ pub. We could see an opportunity here to put a mark on something that could be left for years.”

Old pubs are not without their problems, however. And with sinking foundations needing structural repairs, Mark and Joanne took the opportunity to also give the hotel a facelift.

But where so many pub renovations look to modernise the interiors, Mark and Joanne have

gone in the other direction.

House,’ says Joanne.

Paint has been stripped back to reveal original timber fixtures, render removed from walls to expose the hand-made bricks, antiques and old photos adorn the walls — the result is a clean new look, but one that’s sympathetic to the pub’s past.

Upstairs, the floor of the accommodation wing has been levelled and the rooms repainted. The shared bathrooms have also been fully renovated; again, with fixtures that give a nod to the age of the building.

“We’ve tried to keep it old,” says Joanne. “We’ve taken the posts back to wood. We’ve exposed the brick and left them the way they are as we like that period look. We found an old fireplace that was in one of the other pubs sitting in a garage, so we have re-established that as ours. And we’ve got the old tools on display and a couple of things we found underneath the floor in the cellar.”

“We’ve had all our rooms redone, redone all the toilets — they’ve all been renovated and are ready to go. It’s cheap and cheerful budget accommodation!”

“I’ve got some old gold sieves and pans to go up too,” adds Mark. “Just to say this is the part of the history and evolution of Orange and… hopefully we do it justice.”

Beneath the render on the stairwell wall, they even discovered the faint, painted sign advertising the old general store.

“This is the original writing, that was on the outside of the building, and it says ‘Manchester

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Renovating the Metro is still a work in progress as restoring old buildings takes time and comes with a hefty price tag.

...to say this is the part of the history and evolution of Orange and… hopefully we do it justice...

But Mark and Joanne are proud to be caretakers of this slice of Orange’s history and want to make sure the Metro remains for future generations.

“When people are travelling, they want to see a traditional pub. There are not too many left, slowly but surely they keep disappearing,” said Mark.

“And people are interested. They come in and have a look and it’s great to see people wander around and see these things, so we don’t want to lose that part of Orange’s history.”

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RETURNING FOR 2021 — MELISE COLEMAN —

2020 saw the Hay Bale Challenge transform to a broader Sculptures by the Bush Competition, as a fun visual aspect for those road trips it’s back again for 2021. Sculptures by the Bush includes three categories allowing for local residents to really show off their creative capabilities.

With the display period inclusive of the April school holidays, the Sculptures by the Bush campaign will encourage visitors to the Blayney Shire. A digital map will be created of the registrations as well as places along the route, encouraging tourists to stop for lunch, browse through local shops or visit local attractions in the Blayney Shire.

Blayney Shire Councillor, David Somervaille said 2020 was a challenging year but the participation of residents entering and travellers visiting the region was incredible.

“Last year had almost 5,000 views of the digital map with visitors and locals travelling around the area to see the entries.

said Cr Somervaille.

Sculptures will be on display from Thursday 1 April – Sunday 30 April, with registrations now open on the Blayney Shire Council website. Entries close March 28, so get in quick!

“This event is a great opportunity for local residents to get involved, have a bit of fun putting the artworks together and even win some prizes.

Artwork will be judged with cash prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place in each category. These categories include; the Hay Bale Art Challenge, Farm Art Challenge, Scarecrow Challenge and People’s Choice Award.

“We would love to see residents to work together towards creating routes between the villages by groups of neighbouring residents all getting involved together,”

A ‘People’s Choice Award’ will be awarded to the entry which gets the most likes in the competition on the Sculptures by the Bush Facebook page.

To register visit https://www.blayney.nsw.gov.au/news/hot-topics/sculptures-in-the-bush-competition-2021

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garage sale — JONATHAN ROE —

This Saturday, the Naylor Pavilion at the Orange Showground will host what is being billed as Orange’s Biggest Garage Sale.

“It’s not just a garage sale, it is an event!’ says organiser and chief picker, Stuart Smith.

The garage sale is an initiative of the Rotary Club of Orange Daybreak who are looking to raise money to support local men’s health groups such as the Prostate Cancer Support Group, the Orange Men’s Shed, and the Orange Aboriginal Men’s Health Group, For the past few months, Stuart and other Rotarians have been busy collecting more than 3,000 donated items — and it’s all got to go!

“Everything must go!” said Stuart. “Either people buy it when they see it, or it will all go up for auction at 1.30pm.”

“We will fill the Naylor Pavilion and there will something there for everyone. We’ve got vintage stuff, some antique stuff including 100-year-old dining chairs that have been recently recovered, we’ve got a stack of good furniture — big tables, little tables, round tables square tables, long tables, bookshelves, sound systems, gardening equipment, blow vacs, plants and a lot of outdoor camping

equipment…

“And when people walk in it won’t be like an ordinary garage sale, it’ll be set up like a department store. We’ll take cash or card, there will be coffee and a barbecue people can have their breakfast there and lunch! And the Central West Brass Band will be performing throughout the day! As I said, it’s an event!”

The sale will run from 8am to 2pm, Saturday 27 March at the Naylor Pavilion.

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COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS TO BENEFIT FROM NEWCREST’S FUNDRAISING BEYOND THE CURVE Local community groups whose fundraising efforts have been hampered by COVID-19 are set to benefit with the launch of Newcrest’s Fundraising Beyond the Curve Program.

Newcrest is providing a total of $300,000 in grants to help kick-start charities, not-for-profit organisations and associations who have seen a substantial drop in fundraising revenue due to the pandemic. The initiative is part of the Newcrest Community Support Fund established to assist host communities with the challenges associated with COVID-19.

The program, which is being run by Central NSW Business HQ will provide grant assistance of up to $5,000. Interested organisations will

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need to complete an expression of interest form, before meeting with a business advisor to discuss how they can adapt their existing fundraising opportunities and identify new and innovative ways to raise funds in a COVID-safe way.

The program has been launched off the back of the success of the Newcrest Business Beyond the Curve Program which delivered a $500,000 investment into the local business community, with over 100 businesses from Orange, Blayney and Cabonne receiving financial assistance and business advice.

and amenities across Orange, Blayney and Cabonne.”

“Community organisations have seen a significant drop in revenue due to their inability to fundraise over the past 12 months and this program will provide them with a great starting point to begin their recovery,” Wayne said.

Cadia’s General Manager, Aaron Brannigan said the need to assist charities, not-for-profit organisations and associations was vital.

Central West NSW Business HQ Chief Executive Officer, Wayne Sunderland said the program would have a valuable impact on the local community.

“When our Business Beyond the Curve program was being delivered, there were numerous organisations who were in need of assistance who didn’t qualify under the program and we recognised how important it was to support these groups during these difficult times.

“Many of these groups are the backbone of the local community and provide valuable services

“With fundraising the major source of income for numerous community organisations, they

have been hit hard throughout the pandemic with many traditional methods of fundraising no longer being able to continue. As well as providing financial assistance the program will help organisations identify creative and new ways to raise funds in a COVID-safe environment ensuring they remain sustainable in the future,” Aaron said.

Expressions of interest are open until 31 March 2021. Charities, not-for-profit organisations, and associations in the Orange, Blayney and Cabonne local government areas can apply.

For more information or to apply for assistance, visit www.bizhq.com.au.

Andrew GEE MP

FEDERAL MEMBER FOR CALARE RUNS ON THE BOARD FOR ORANGE √ $29.8 million for the Dixons Long Point Crossing development √ $22 million for the CSU medical school √ $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

VOLUNTEER GRANTS - NEW ROUND OPEN Volunteers make an invaluable contribution to our community and the Australian Government is backing Australia’s volunteers, with up to $20 million in grants now available to support them in local communities across the nation.

Up to $132,450 is available for the Calare electorate as part of the 2021 Volunteer Grants round.

I am currently working with community leaders and local committees to identify priority volunteer support for our local area.

Volunteer Grants of $1,000 to $5,000 will help volunteers and volunteer groups to buy small equipment for volunteers, reimburse volunteer fuel, transport or training costs, or support promotional activities.

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√ $18 million for a world-class health research facility

Organisations must have been nominated by their Federal Member of Parliament and meet the eligibility criteria.

Each Member is able to nominate organisations to apply for funding in their electorate up until 29 April 2021.

The Department of Social Services will then send an application form to nominated organisations to apply for funding in May 2021.

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

UPDATE ON THE VACCINE ROLLOUT

√ $8,000,000 for an investigation of fast rail from Syd Parkes

√ $1,118,979 for The Orchard crisis accommodation centre $2,000,000 for local projects under the Drought Communities Program $720,809 for local road upgrades in Orange

Andrew with the Spring Hill Activities group who received a $5,000 Volunteers Grant under the 2019/2020 program.

It was a privilege to be a part of the dedication on Saturday of the new Fairbridge War Memorial which honours the 95 men from Fairbridge farm near Molong who served Australia in the armed forces.

Three made the ultimate sacrifice.

The Australian Government contributed $150,000 to this stunning memorial which ensures future generations will never forget what they did for our nation.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to its construction.

You can visit the memorial which is located on the Mitchell Highway just east of Molong.

The children of Fairbridge went on to make an enormous contribution to Australia - including in out armed services. This memorial is a beautiful and fitting tribute.

Lest we forget.

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

√ $1,200,000 for CCTV in Orange, Bathurst and Wellington

Successful applicants will be announced in November 2021.

More information is available at www.grants.gov.au

$150,000 FOR THE FAIRBRIDGE WAR MEMORIAL

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

√ $1,243,593 for new contemporary and flexible learning spaces at St Mary’s Catholic School

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Your Country Your Voice

This week, the COVID-19 vaccine rollout entered an important new phase, with over 1,000 general practices across the country signing up to distribute the vaccine.

Phase 1B of the rollout will see GPs delivering vaccines, including for people aged over 70, or with certain underlying medical conditions.

This will increase to more than 4,000 GPs by the end of April.

I would like to emphasise once again that all available vaccines, including both the Pfizer vaccine and the Astra Zeneca vaccine, have been approved as safe, after a stringent assessment by Australia’s renowned Therapeutic Goods Administration.

The COVID vaccines are voluntary. They are not a government conspiracy! I will certainly be getting my jab when my time comes.

In the meantime, please keep in mind that this is one of the biggest peace time exercises in our history and so we will all need to be patient and wait for our turn. Fortunately, Australia is in a much better position than many other countries around the world.

To check your eligibility, or for more info, please visit australia.gov.au or call 1800 020 080.

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For regular updates and news, follow me on Facebook and Instagram @andrewgeecalare

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When Marcia Hines was awarded the Australian “Queen of Pop” honour three time in a row, it signalled her adopted country had become besotted with the Boston Massachusetts born and bred singer.

The timbre of her voice was, and remains, brilliant — I mean that in its dictionary meaning; “very bright, striking, distinctive.”

The first time I came across Marcia Hines was in 1973 when she played Mary Magdalene in the Australian performance of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

Despite being a young kid, I clearly remember Trevor White in the lead role and Jon English as Judas.

But the part of the show that really knocked me out was when Marcia Hines sang “I don’t know how to love him.”

WOW!!!!!

However, “Superstar” was actually her second stage production in Australia.

It was promoter Harry M Miller and stage and film director Jim Sharman who auditioned Marcia Hines for a part in the Australian production of “Hair”.

They were so impressed with the 16-year-old that Miller became her legal guardian to enable her

move half-way around the world.

It was during the 1970 season of “Hair” that she made her stage debut.

She was the youngest “Hair” performer anywhere in the world at the time.

The “daring” move from Miller and Sharman to cast a 16-year-old African American did bring media attention, which I suspect was considered a bonus!

During the production, at age 17, Marcia Hines fell pregnant and gave birth to her daughter Deni.

When Miller and Sharman moved to stage “Superstar” in Australia a couple of years later, the young mum was possibly the first to be cast in any role.

When “Superstar” finished its run in 1974, Marcia joined a world tour with the Daly – Wilson Big Band, which included gigs in the US with BB King and Wilson Pickett.

Owner of the small Australian Wizard Records label, Robert Porter signed Marcia Hines to a recording contract upon her return from the tour.

The first single release for his up-and-coming pop star was a cover of the James Taylor song “Fire and Rain.”

As the original had been a hit just 5 years before,

it was a risk, but her version peaked well inside the top 40 at number 22.

Her next hit was the start of a run that made her the biggest female star in Australia.

“On the Inside” peaked at 9, “I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself” made number 5, “What I Did For Love” climbed to number 7, then the number 1 hit that went on to spend five months in the Australian top 40 charts, “You.” The singles “Something’s Missing In My Life,” and “Your Love Still Brings Me To My Knees,” saw her run of chart domination continue through to 1981.

In the midst of that head spinning success, Marcia Hines was voted by readers of “TV Week” magazine as the “Queen of Pop” in 1976, ‘77 and ’78.

the closing act.

It triggered a renewed enthusiasm for music in her, and a tour and new recording contract followed.

She then signed with the giant Warner Music shortly after, which was also around the same time as daughter, Deni, was finding success with “The Rockmelons” and as a solo performer.

It also signalled a return to the charts for Marcia, with the LP “Right Here Right Now” peaking at 21.

Following another decade of touring and recording, 2003 saw a switch to TV, when she became “the nice judge” on Australian Idol.

In turn, her music career sparked up again and record sales started to kick along once more.

I’m probably not the first to wonder out loud if Marcia Hines could have become a star in the US had she stayed there?

She toured the country extensively during her peak, including appearing at “The Amoco Hall” in Orange, where I was lucky enough to see her perform live in the late 70’s.

Her cousin is the extraordinary singer and producer Grace Jones. I can’t help thinking that family relationship may have given her a leg up.

In 1984 Marcia Hines was diagnosed with diabetes and due to health and personal issues, the remainder of the 80’s saw her take a break from the industry.

The talent was certainly there!

But in 1990 the organizers of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras invited her to perform as

But thanks to a couple of Australian entertainment industry movers and shakers, Marcia Hines ended up being ours.

Long may our “Queen of Pop” reign over us.

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when I moved here, I joined things that I was interested in and joined the film society,” said Karen.

“I just went along to one of the film nights with the film society. Then I went to a committee meeting and I was straight away on the committee. It is nice to go and decide on films and talk about the films with other people. A lot of our members are very, very into films and very knowledgeable about them.”

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A member of the Rotary Club of Orange Daybreak, Karen also organises film fundraisers, “I was the polio representative for the fundraising in this region and so every year I’ve done probably two movies for fundraising. Not only for polio, but we did one for the women’s refuge too,” she said.

the return of film society screenings Somers, the newly elected president of the Orange Film Society.

But the Orange Film Society is back with a choice selection of some of the best films from around the globe.

Karen is a relative newcomer to Orange, having spent 30 years teaching in Parkes. With no local cinema she has made the most of the Odeon 5 since moving here.

“You get to experience films you may never heard of or thought of going to see,” said Karen

“We never really had a cinema, nor decent films in Parkes and I have a passion for films, so

The next Orange Film Society Screening is the Polish film Corpus Christi on Sunday March 28.

Karen invited people to come along and join them for drinks afterwards.

“You don’t have to be on the committee or even in the Film Society, just come along to the film,” said Karen. We are going to go have drinks after so anyone who wants to chat about the films can.”

The Orange Film Society was formed in 1983 and, until the interruption due to COVID, has run consistently ever since, a part from a one-year break when the Odeon first opened and Orange had nine screens to choose from.

— JONATHAN ROE — It has been a tough 12 months for cinema lovers, who’ve had to endure limited access to the silver screen.

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But the members missed the experience of getting together to watch and talk about films.

“I’m really passionate about wanting to keep the film society going,” said Karen. “And we are getting more younger people coming in. With

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Pollinators is a creative art-making and environmental education project that explores the behaviour of pollinating insects, birds, bats and other small mammals, and the crucial role they play in sustaining biodiversity and human health.

The project culminates in an exhibition featuring artworks by thousands of local students, which will be displayed at Orange Regional Museum from March 20 to May 9.

Mayor Reg Kidd says this is the second time the Museum and Gallery have collaborated with the SPARKE Network of local public primary schools in a project of this nature.

“It follows last year’s hugely successful Regenerate project, which encouraged school children to use their creativity to explore the effects of bushfire and learn about the bushland’s recovery,” he said.

“More than 2500 children had the excitement of contributing to a real exhibition and the pride of having their artworks displayed in the Museum for all to see.”

To kick off the Pollinators project in 2021, the Museum and Gallery teams prepared art-making templates and an education kit, which were distributed to participating schools from Orange and surrounding areas at the beginning of the school year.

The education kit focused on introducing children to pollination and plant biology as well as the identification of local plants and the animals that pollinate them.

Children have also been learning about the crucial role that pollinators play in our lives.

The art-making activity saw children paint thousands of wings that represent four native pollinating animals found in the Orange region – The Australian Painted Lady Butterfly, the Blue-banded Bee, the Grey-headed Flying-fox and the Red Wattlebird.

Orange Regional Museum Manager Dr Mary-Elizabeth Andrews says the wings have been installed at the Museum to create a colourful collaborative ‘swarm’ display as part of the exhibition.

“The exhibition will also include educational panels designed for children and families, as well as a pollination game that encourages young people to identify local plant species and the animals that pollinate them,” Dr Andrews said.

“Children can also learn what they can do in their own backyards to encourage pollinating animals and leave their thoughts on the interactive apple tree.”

Orange City Council Services Policy Committee Chair Scott Munro said Pollinators was a must-see for the region’s residents.

“This is an opportunity to come along and see a locally produced exhibition featuring the talents of our own school children, a great example of what can be achieved through a successful collaboration,” he said.

“Families can see their children’s artworks and learn a bit about our biodiversity at the same time.”

Pollinators is now open.

Work has begun on the Future City upgrade of McNamara Street and is planned to be completed towards the end of the financial year.

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd said it was great to see “shovels in the ground” as trenches for electrical cabling appeared on Monday.

“While this type of construction isn’t overly exciting to look at it, it’s the necessary foundation work for the larger project,” Cr Kidd said.

“Trenches have appeared for upgraded lighting and preliminary footpath maintenance is being done before new slabs of concrete are poured.”

Orange City Council’s Infrastructure Committee Chair Jeff Whitton said there was a tight construction timeline and deadlines were weather dependent.

“We’re also working with the local businesses directly affected by the construction and as far as possible, we’re doing our best to complete the more disruptive work outside of business hours,” Cr Whitton said.

— The last Council meeting held on March 16, 2021 supported a motion to continue to fund the Wood Bank project. A report to the meeting heard council had set up the project, which provides free deliveries of fire wood to needy local families, in 2018. In its first year, there was spending of $7,557 and $8,936 in the following year.

The meeting voted to allocate $10,000 to the project and seek support from other tiers of government.

— The next Orange City Council meeting will be held on April 6, 2021.

questions regarding access for delivery vehicles, our staff were able to talk with the business operator and work out quick, alternative ways for deliveries to occur in as normal a way as possible.

“I’d like to stress all McNamara Street businesses will be open as usual throughout this construction process and we’re installing signs to make that clear. At times, access to the street will be difficult, but we’ll be communicating any road closures as they occur.”

Major elements of this upgrade include the installation of 13 energy efficient, pole mounted lights which are expected to be completed in about a month.

“Our staff have been in touch with businesses every step of the way and will continue to be available every day to make this transition as easy as possible for everyone involved.

The western side of the street will have new concrete footpath sections, the eastern side will be repaired and restored and this work is planned to be completed in about eight weeks.

“Businesses have had input into the design and changes have been made after these conversations, such as including an extra loading zone in the area.

Traffic blisters are being installed at the Kite Street intersection with McNamara Street, to increase safety for vehicles and pedestrians. This construction will begin towards the end of April and is expected to be completed mid-May.

“Our staff are always available to businesses during the construction.

For example, Tuesday morning a McNamara Street business had

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Meanwhile, large tree crates, or ‘soil cell pits’ are being installed for about 14 new trees in the area later this month. These

crates are installed underground and control the growth of the tree roots to prevent damage to footpaths and the road.

Semi-permanent, outdoor, powered booths will be installed in the area allowing people to sit down, enjoy the outdoor atmosphere day and night, while possibly having a coffee, charging phones or using portable devices.

Semi-permanent shipping containers will also be installed in the carpark to accommodate pop-up businesses.

Towards the end of May, the road will be re-sealed, followed by resealing of the carpark towards the end of June.

Festoon lights will be connected throughout the Council carpark and the Hotel Canobolas car park by midJune with a range of street art expected to begin around this time.

“Essentially we’ll be transforming this fairly industrial section of the CBD into a vibrant, attractive, busy, pedestrian friendly space where markets, festivals, and outdoor events could happen in the evenings and on weekends,” Cr Whitton said.

FAQs: Q: When is the next Future Tunes music gig?

A: The next free Future Tunes gig will be held on April 9 in Robertson Park.

Future Tunes, a series of afternoon, outdoor, live music performances is aimed at bringing the Orange community together, while supporting local musical talent, in a relaxed, casual setting. Gates open from 4.45pm with the first music performance to begin at 5.30pm.

The event is expected to finish at about 8.30pm. Food and drink is available for purchase only. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or rug to sit on, or a small foldable chair but please be considerate of people sitting behind. Strictly no BYO. Free tickets available from Ticketek.

Museum acquires local film archive Orange Regional Museum has welcomed the decision to donate a major film archive detailing twenty years of the region’s history.

Roundup’, ‘Weekend Report’, ‘Sports Action’ and event programming.

Prime Television has donated the archive, which includes approximately 180 hours of locally produced 16mm news, sport and current affairs footage dating from 1962 to 1982, when Orange’s local TV station operated as CBN-8 and Midstate Television.

“This is a really exciting acquisition,” Dr Andrew said. “Looking at the content of just one news compilation reel we have a Festival of Arts procession in Orange, the Canowindra Heritage Carnival, women’s basketball, baseball, pigeon racing, water shortages, local politicians, agricultural shows and much more.”

“We can’t wait to discover more from this incredible archive.”

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd has thanked Prime Television for the gift.

“This archive is extremely significant for the history of the region, both in terms of the breadth of material about recent events, as well as for its value as part of the history of an important Orange organisation that employed generations of locals,” Cr Reg Kidd said.

“The dozens of 16mm film canisters have just arrived. They seem to be in fantastic condition considering their age, but we’re only beginning to imagine what local events might’ve been captured in local news coverage.

“This week in 1962, Orange-based broadcaster CBN Channel 8 went to air for the first time. There’d been test

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Orange Regional Museum Manager Dr Mary-Elizabeth Andrews believes the new collection will benefit exhibitions for years to come.

patterns and sound testing in the preceding weeks, but on St Patrick’s Day, 17 March 1962, the company, called Country Television Services, put the first full-length program to air.

“Hundreds of local residents got a start at the local station and went on to work in the TV industry across Australia. There are many former staff still here in Orange and we’re hoping to get a group of volunteers together to help put names and places as the Museum creates a catalogue of this collection.”

Prime Television’s Orange Station Manager Rod Monk said the company was delighted to make the donation.

“One of the most important side-roles of producing a daily news bulletin since the 1960s, is capturing a contemporary

account for history,” Rod Monk said.

“Prime Television is very pleased to be making this donation.”

“In years to come, this daily news coverage is going to deliver a fascinating glimpse into the lives of everyday Australians in western NSW in the sixties and seventies. The Orange Regional Museum is the ideal place to preserve and catalogue these moving pictures to make sure they are available for future generations.”

Beginning with five hours of programming a day from 5.30pm, the CBN-8 studios on the Bathurst Road/ Lone Pine Avenue corner soon became a major local employer. Over the years local production crews generated many hundreds of hours of original content from across the central west including a regional news service, ‘Rural

This major acquisition will allow the Museum to preserve and display the history of the regional broadcaster as well as the many different topics, people, places and events represented captured in news footage.

It was kindly donated by Prime Television with assistance from DAMSmart audio visual digitisation services. The Museum hopes to generate interest to assist with the digitisation and documentation of the collection over the coming months.

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Sitting on a substantial block in sort-after street this property offers an abundance of living options with formal lounge and dining, meals and family room, a separate media room and an impressive undercover entertaining area overlooking your private back yard and heated in ground pool. The contemporary and spacious kitchen is the heart of the home while the four bedrooms plus separate office will accommodate your whole family. The master suite features a walk in robe, ensuite and a verandah with a tree top view. The features don’t stop there, with reverse cycle ducted heating, an abundance of storage and a double garage with internal access. You will be hard pressed to find a better family home. Contact our team today to arrange an inspection or to obtain a floor plan.

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OPEN HOMES: SATURDAY 27 MARCH 9.30-10.00 CHECK THIS OUT This cute and compact home with a lovely, modern interior is only two years old and really packs a punch for its size. The kitchen is well fitted out with stainless steel appliances and attractive contemporary colours and finishes. The bathroom is fresh and clean with a big shower. There are two good sized bedrooms and a cosy living area, with a split system air conditioner, that all open onto the verandah that surrounds three sides of the cottage and overlooks the spacious yard. There is a huge double shed big enough for cars and a workshop, two water tanks and bottled gas. If small town living is for you then Cudal is certainly a nice place to do it, so come and check this one out.

CONTACT: CHRIS MASON 0438 629 417

IMMACULATE AND IMPRESSIVE This immaculate unit is a truly amazing home that will tick all the boxes for first home buyers and downsizers alike. The unit is spacious and light filled with a very generous kitchen, a well laid out and inviting living space and three bedrooms, which you don’t often find in units. The colours are neutral and restful, and the tiled floors and window furnishings are practical and stylish. The bathroom is a great size, the toilet is separate, and you can access the clothesline outside directly from the laundry. You will love the internal access from the single garage that will have you inside safe and dry every time. The outside is as beautiful as the inside with a lovely backyard and a covered patio big enough for a BBQ, table and chairs to enjoy the outdoors in comfort and privacy. Units as impressive as this are not often available so don’t miss your chance with this one.

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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OPEN HOMES: SATURDAY 27 MARCH 10.15-10.45 APPEALING FAMILY HOME Neat as a pin with interesting splashes of personality, this lovely home in Molong offers good value for the discerning buyer. It has been lovingly cared for by its owners and there is ample room for any size family with five bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Living space is abundant with a spacious and bright lounge room at the front of the home overlooking the park across the road, a cosy sitting room and a rumpus room. There is an office that could also be a sixth bedroom and two hobby rooms and a walk-in storage room that are set away from the main living areas. Both the front and back yards are big and very appealing with green, leafy gardens enhancing the landscape. The covered pergola area, with direct access off the kitchen, is perfect for outdoor entertaining and the double carport will keep the cars protected from the elements. Set on a 954.8 sqm block, there is a lot to like about this home. Come and see it for yourself.

GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT Located in East Orange, just a short drive to the hospital and Cadia Mine, is this sweet 2-bedroom home. Recently refreshed with new carpet, this home offers two good bedrooms, with the master offering a walk-in robe. Bathroom is neutral and tidy and there is a large functional kitchen with loads of storage and sweet bay window. The living area has a lovely feel with built-in shelving and French doors leading out to a timber deck. There is a single lock-up garage. A little TLC will bring this home back to good as new. It’ll be popular, book your inspection today.

CONTACT: MICHAEL WRIGHT 0421 360 948

CONTACT: JACOB EVANS 0428 130 789

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FOR SALE BY EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING 30 APRIL 2021 291 Anson Street, Orange

The Old Ambulance Station

1,000m² land

FOR SALE

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CLOSING 30 APRIL 2021

300m² 1st floor

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500m2 ground floor 300m2 1st floor

Joins the new Department of Primary Industries building 3 blocks to the C.B.D. Enormous potential (S.T.C.A.)

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Kerry and I would like to take the opportunity to thank Gary, Chris and Margaret from Blowes Real Estate.

Selling our beautiful home and land, which we have invested a lot of time and energy into, was a big decision for us and it was time to downsize. We approached Gary Blowes and the sales team from Blowes Real Estate, and from the outset everything was explained to us, including how the property would be marketed and the fees we would be charged. Gary, Chris and Marg did many an inspection, walked around paddocks in the rain, nothing was too much trouble for them. We received feedback, phone calls, and emails and all our questions were answered promptly. And having sold our home, they quickly found us a new one that suits our needs.

We were thrilled with how they dealt with both our sale and purchase, we had a lot on our plate as it was a massive move, and they all made it extremely easy for us.

If you’re looking for sincere, hardworking agents then look no further than Blowes Real Estate.

Kerry and Narelle Farrelly

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7 valencia Drive, orange

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

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

contact AGENT Chris Tyack 0438 258 590

A family home like this will not last long in this very bullish market. A beautifully presented and exceptionally well-maintained home in a sought after location in Orange high school zone with 4-large bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and en-suite to the master bedroom. The main bathroom which is central to the 3 bedrooms has both bath and shower and is tiled all the way to the ceiling as is the en-suite bathroom. There is a formal lounge and dining room in pristine condition, leading onto a large open plan galley style kitchen and another living area, all north facing so capturing the lovely winter sun. At the rear of the home is a large enclosed sunroom or alfresco opening onto the neat and tidy landscaped yard. The home also features ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout, solar panels and solar hot water and the attached double garage with automatic doors has internal access to the home. This home is truly a credit to the vendors and will not last long.

48 northstoke way, orange

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Freestanding, neat and tidy unit in great complex.

Lovely small garden with northly aspect.

Open plan living and dining area with split system.

Within walking distance to schools, shops and parks.

Great investment or first home.

DOONE GRIST 0418 288 433 doone@williamsmachin.com.au

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• Recently updated, paint, carpet, hot water system.

The ultimate, hidden away, bush retreat.

Brand new kitchen with beautiful benchtops, choice of electric oven or fuel stove.

16kms from Orange on approximately 2 acres Two country style living areas, both with wood fires and northern aspect.

Three bedrooms, plus office, 2 rooms featuring French Doors

• Multiple living areas, flexible floor plan.

• Central location, 3 blocks from CBD. • Great investment or first home.

DOONE GRIST 0418 288 433 doone@williamsmachin.com.au

MARTY LYDEN 0404 070 391 marty@williamsmachin.com.au

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CALL JANEEN. LEASE $1000 PER WEEK FURNISHED

THINKING OF SELLING? SCAN THE QR CODE FOR A FREE MARKET APPRAISAL.

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IDEAL LOCATION FOR AN ENTERPRISE

NESTLED QUIETLY IN A PREMIER CALARE LOCATION

88 WARRENDINE STREET, ORANGE

9 GILLIANA PLACE, ORANGE

OPEN HOUSE SAT 27th MARCH 11.00-11.30am

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

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

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.

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

Land Size: 905 m2 (42.67m x21.23m) Zoning: R1 Residential

$790,000 + GST

*The premises to be sold with vacant possession and the registered business name Bissy’s

ONE FOR THE RENOVATOR ON THE EDGE OF CANOWINDRA

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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With a light and airy sweep of living areas including a formal lounge room, dining room , sunroom and a winter ready North facing kitchen and family room area.

Other features in this delightful home include an extra large double garage, central air conditioning, gas heating and insulated ceilings and walls.

With its desirable location only a few minutes walk to Calare Primary School and also being handy to Orange High School, it will be a hit with children and parents alike.

This home has been lovingly cared for by the same Owners since it was built and it is the first time ever it has been offered for sale.

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PRIME CORNER LOCATION FIRST FLOOR

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

• On-site parking • Available now.

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PRIME LOCATION MITCHELL HWY LUCKNOW

• 6 rooms plus own kitchen and common amenities

RENT: $30,000 PER ANNUM + GST

An excellent opportunity to relocate your business or start a new one.

To be available soon.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR PROPERTY 6362 5999 or John 0417 887 738 / Chris 0417 626 361 30

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

6362 4016

Borenore - via Orange, Central Tablelands NSW

www.townsendrealestate.com.au

“Rosyth” Approx. 190.39 Ha – 470.5 Acres

“Rosyth” Approx.

190.39 Ha – 470.5 Acres

Historic circa 1926 Homestead Plus New Owner’s Residence Located in the Dress Circle Borenore District Highly Fertile & Versatile Basalt Soils Water Security a Feature – Ideal for Cattle & Prime Lambs • Excellent sealed road frontage and access – 15 mins. Orange CBD, close to wineries, 5 mins.

Borenore and 3½ hours Sydney CBD. • Highly fertile Black and Red Basalt soils – Improved pastures.

• Livestock water security via bore, troughs, dams and a double frontage to Boree Creek.

• Securely fenced with central laneway to cattle yards.

ORANGE NSW Stephen Townsend 0427 631 957 stephen@townsendrealestate.com.au www.townsendrealestate.com.au

• Shade and shelter timber – White and Yellow Box, Blakely’s Red Gum and Kurrajongs.

• Well-presented circa 1926 4 bedroom homestead and a Stunning new 3 bedroom owner’s residence.

• Machinery shed, cattle and sheep yards.

“Rosyth” is an outstanding grazing property together with offering a magnificent country lifestyle.

Organise your inspection, you will not be disappointed.

Detailed Information Memorandum available.

Auction: Tuesday 27th April 2021. AuctionWORKS Rooms, Mezzanine Level, 50 Margaret St, Sydney NSW 2000.

Starting time 10.30am

SYDNEY NSW David Nolan 0447 278 236 david@websternolan.com.au www.websternolan.com.au

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Positioned in one of the most desirable neighbourhoods in West Orange this property is the perfect development site for an astute owner or developer.

Offering a total of 1.355Ha, the property benefits from an approved subdivision for 9 residential lots ranging from 850m2 - 1410m2 with the beautifully presented four-bedroom home sitting on an enviable 4257m2 once subdivided.

The family home has been built to exceptional standards. The main bedroom features a walk-in robe and ensuite. The home has underfloor heating throughout, new carpet and freshly painted interiors and exterior. Featuring two large sunsoaked living areas, spacious kitchen with walk-in pantry, bespoke open fireplace and reverse cycle air conditioning. The oversized main bathroom includes a spa bath.

Step outside to a generous covered outdoor entertaining area with privacy and views. A double car garage and large Porte Cochere offering additional undercover parking. The home is surrounded by an established landscaped garden with access to town and bore water with a large water tank on the property.

For further details, please contact our office or Orange City Council regarding the approved development application.

Contact Scott Quirk 0476 333 076

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HistoryTALKING with HELEN McANULTY

Drover

`And he sees the vision splendid of the sunlit plains extended, And at night the wond’rous glory of the everlasting stars.’

These words from 'Clancy of the Overflow' and many others written by A.B.(Banjo) Paterson, were to have a great influence on the life of a young boy, growing up in Sydney in the 1930s.

As an Oral Historian I have been privileged to talk to many people about their lives and this has convinced me that behind every face is a story worth telling.

Some years ago while living in the small town of Gulgong, I spoke to a man whose story certainly lived up to my expectations.

It was Trevor Holgate’s meeting with the great poet which was to guide the course his future life would take.

Trevor, was born in 1927 in Sydney.

His father was a compositor who worked on the Sydney papers, 'The Evening News,' 'The Bulletin' and, later, 'Truth and Sportsman,' where he met and became friendly with Banjo Paterson.

“Dad used to work early on Sunday mornings to get the paper out,” Trevor told me recently.

“Banjo would be at the races and then go and do some of his writing up at the paper. When my older brother took the car in to collect Dad, I wangled my way in too and that was how I met Mr Paterson. Dad had all his books, autographed copies, and I think that’s how I learned to read.”

Trevor loved the tales and verses about the outback. Although he was living in Sydney in Lakemba, there was still plenty of bush in those days and he grew up with horses from the time he was six.

At fourteen, he decided he’d had enough of the city and went bush to find Paterson’s country.

He travelled by train to Ivanhoe to take up a job he’d managed to find through a wool firm.

“I thought I was at the end of the earth when I reached Condobolin,” he said, but he kept on and began to “learn the game” as a general hand, milking, killing, gardening, polishing the Boss’s boots and helping the cook make soap.”

From there, after a brief visit to Sydney after his father’s death, he was back to the outback at Buckeroo, north of Coolibah, scrubcutting, and seeing nothing but “scrub, kangaroos and goats.”

“It was there that I lived in a tent with a fella from Gulgong.

I’d never heard of Gulgong then, but he was a cracking bloke, until he got on the grog. He was a great cook when he was sober but when he had the ‘horrors’, it put me off drink for the rest of my life!”

Trevor was still learning when he went to Brewarrina, a quiet little town where his experiences with aborigines, being the “only white man in the huts”, taught him a great deal.”

“They showed me how to make a good damper, a bit about tracking and horsemanship.”

It was after this that Trevor really began to live out his early dreams when he took a droving job.

The big drought which had begun in 1939 did not end until 1947.

“We had no trucks then, so we walked

the stock into the rail and if they didn’t make it, just too bad.”

It was on these droving trips that the men often suffered from “Barcoo sickness” and a skin condition they christened “Barcoo Rot”, which may have been scurvy due to the lack of fresh fruit and vegetables.

“With droving,” Trevor says, "The stock come first, the dogs and horses next and the men last. We carried tea, sugar, onions and potatoes and the cook even made jellies and bread and butter pudding from tinned milk. We got up before daylight and went to bed at nightfall. With sheep, you could surround them with ropes at night but with cattle we were on two or three hour watches.”

Talking with Trevor Holgate, I felt that he really could be Clancy, "Droving down the Cooper, where the western drovers go.”

His story is so full of bush experiences and the knowledge he has accumulated over his years in the outback.

Once, in 1947, near Walgett with boss drover, Ray McMillan, he had appendicitis and spent a month “holidaying in the hospital”, recovering with the help of recently introduced penicillin.

They battled flood, black soil like glue, accidents, grasshoppers and pleuropneumonia in the herd. His greatest mates were his dogs and his little horse, Toby.

“There is no greater satisfaction than to pick up a mob who could barely walk and bring them home, fat. You had to

know where you were going for the feed and you had to look out for it.”

He regards today’s tendency towards motorised droving with some distrust.

He was happiest on his own with a mob, his dogs and his horses and this is what he finally did. ”I walked 150 cows over 300 miles on my own,” he told me.

And I think he was never happier. He had found his boyhood dream.

One of the exciting aspects of oral history is that a chance remark can be the start of an entirely new diversion.

Trevor Holgate mentioned that when he had his appendix removed in Walgett in 1947, he was given a spinal injection by Dr. Ernst Schwartz. Wasn’t this, I thought, very unusual in 1947?

So I began an entirely new research and discovered that the procedure had been introduced into Australia in 1901. Some training was needed but it was comparatively easy to perform.

However, there were complications, such as lowered blood pressure, but it was used by non-specialists until the late fifties.

The crowning achievement of this research was to uncover this little story of a Russian doctor who was with an expedition to the Antarctic in 1962. He became his own surgeon, anaesthetist and patient.

It was told in these words: “Doctor was only one, assistant was mechanic. He take position that he saw his own body and use a mirror when open body. He made 12 cm cut through which he find appendix. The operation take two hours. After five days he feel good.”

And he had no one to thank but himself !

(Quote from Russian/American website.)

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Open Houses FOR WEEK 25 — 31 MARCH, 2021 DATE

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27.3.21

9.30 - 10.00am

22 Clem McFawn Place, Orange

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27.3.21

10.00 - 10.30am

9 Brunswick Street, Orange

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Auction

27.3.21

10.00 - 10.30am

7 Valencia Drive, Orange

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$949,990

27.3.21

10.00 - 10.30am

7 Valencia Drive, Orange

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27.3.21

10.45 - 11.15am

183 Hill Street, Orange

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20.3.21

10.45 - 11.15am

125 Gorman Road, Orange

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27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

3 Summer Place, Orange

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27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

188 McLachlan Street, Orange

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$365,000

27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

9 Gilliana Place, Orange

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27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

9 Kenna Street, Orange

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$529,990

27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

115 Autumn Street, Orange

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$470,000

27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

1/47 Torulosa Way, Orange

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27.3.21

11.00 - 11.30am

93 Clinton Street, Orange

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27.3.21

11.15 - 11.45am

57 Kenna Street, Orange

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Auction

27.3.21

11.30 - 12.00pm

114 Molong Road, Orange

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27.3.21

12.00 - 12.30pm

32 South Terrace, Orange

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27.3.21

12.00 - 12.30pm

335-337 Lords Place, Orange

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$1,030,000

27.3.21

12.00 - 12.30pm

11 Carwoola Drive, Orange

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Auction

27.3.21

12.45 - 1.15pm

6 Chiswell Street, Orange

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27.3.21

1.30 - 2.00pm

39 Shepherd Drive, Orange

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WHATS HAPPENING AROUND THE REGION MARCH 26 A Taste of Ireland - Orange Civic Theatre ‘A Taste of Ireland- The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns — SECOND SHOW ADDED @ 4pm

MARCH 27 Orange’s Biggest Garage Sale A truly HUGE garage sale to raise money for local men’s health groups. 8am to 2pm Naylor Pavilion at the Orange Showgrounds.

Clancy Pye Live & Local @The Blind Pig Clancy Pye playing live at The Blind Pig from 9pm. Tickets at Eventbrite.

Tango de Saxos — the journey

Live Music @ the Vic Grab a beer and enjoy 5 O’Clock Shadow live at the Victoria Hotel from 8pm

MARCH 28 Musical Bingo at The Greenhouse of Orange Head to the Greenhouse for a super fun arvo, with each bingo round a different era or theme of music so there is something for everyone! Musical bingo kicks off at 4pm each Sunday and is free to play.

MARCH 31 Mono: A Three-Person O ne-Man Show 9 comic monologues, 3 great actors, 1 hilarious comedy!

A comedy tour de force from three of Australia’s best loved performers: Max Gillies (The Gillies Report), Jean Kittson (The Big Gig) and John Wood (Blue Heelers)

APRIL 8 – 11 The Orange Chamber Music Festival A great variety of performances and settings, for all tastes and ages. Visit www.orange360.com.au/Events/OrangeChamber-Music-Festival

APRIL 9 Oli Statham at Metropolitan Hotel Orange Oli Statham Back at The Metro from 8pm

APRIL 14 Cirkus Maximus at the Orange Ex-Services Club Cirkus Maximas are coming to Orange!

From amazing acrobatics, jaw-dropping juggling, heaps cool hula hooping and mind-blowing balancing acts, this crew will have your kids wrapped with audience participation and an after-show workshop available! Visit oesc.com.au/ upcoming-events for all event information.

Orange Chamber Music Festival Resident Artist Words and Baritonist with the Nexas Quartet, Dr. Jay Byrnes, reflects on his Life with Tango.

My experience with tango is a blur and yet a lifetime, I feel I’ve just met her yet know so much about her already. I can’t let her go, she holds on tight but, do I want to be rid of her? She fills my life, yet likewise creates so much more space.

Life with Tango truly is a unique and surreal experience.

As a musician, I’ve always had an affinity with travel and exploration, a desire to visit new places and experience other cultures, and this has led to some profound discoveries in my life. The chance to delve into uncharted territories and realize the vibrancy of folk music, has shown me the impact music can have on a nation’s people. These discoveries have always excited me and led to creative explorations that were completely unforeseeable.

On a work placement in Venezuela, I had the privilege to teach and perform with a vibrant young community of musicians and discover the huge value placed on traditional music in Latin America. The Latin American passion for music and in particular rhythm, is infectious and before long it encompasses one’s soul.

People dancing joyously to a street band or delighting in the subdued sounds of an ensemble in a café or bar is a common sight in much of Latin America and this musical energy infects all within ear shot. In Venezuela I not only fell in love with Latin American music but also the people, and one in particular.

A stunning Venezuelan woman (Carmen) who took me dancing one night and would later become my wife.

Come 2010, I found myself spending many lay overs in the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires, a stunningly energetic city that has its own unique and particular edge. European architecture all around, a hint of Paris in the dark, but a heart (or stomach) of Latin America, so much more character than one would first believe. The streets are alive with music; every shop, every bar, every market has the sounds of the past echoing throughout. A strange and foreign sound that sings yet yearns and that punctuates an emphatic rhythm for dance. A bandoneon.

This was the beginning of my journey into the ever-unfolding musical style of tango. A genre with a deep and dark history, that has transcended its roots from the

dark alleys to today being found in concert halls all around the world, and now in Orange.

It was not long until this evocative, nostalgic, melancholic and furious music grabbed hold of my soul and demanded its attention. What at first was pure inquisition led to obsession and within the space of 5 years I had completed a Doctorate in the study of Tango music (The Devils Horn and the music of the brothel), still a little dumbfounded as to how this all came about.

The Doctorate then led to a CD, my first solo feature album which received immediate attention and was featured on both ABC Classic FM and Fine Music Sydney. ‘El Asunto del Tango’.

I thought I had subdued the beast, tamed the lion, satisfied the tango gods if you will. Yet it kept pulling at my heart strings like a rampant tyrant and before I realised I was headed down the rabbit hole of another tango album. This time with my mighty colleagues the Nexas Quartet.

The year was 2019 and we were planning a quick turnaround, pick some music, arrange it for four saxophones, record it over a few

days and set it free on the world.

However, tango never lets go so easily. The music grabbed us, perhaps by the scruff of the neck and demanded fixation from all of us. I was its prime torment and having spent many a long hour contemplating an arrangement, I would be forced back to the drawing board to ensure that I gave true justice to the might of the tango composer I was working on, Astor Piazzolla. The album was finally recorded and edited and sent to the publisher, just in time for Piazzolla100, Astor Piazzolla’s 100th birthday.

What better way to celebrate this achievement than performing this show in Orange, my new hometown and where I feel I was always destined to be. From the hustle and bustle of that vibrant city of Buenos Aires in 2010, to 2021, a fresh start and the beauty of Orange.

Tango will take you anywhere and will never let go. Some days an obsession, others a niggling scratch, but always in your soul.

Tango de Saxos is presented by the Orange Chamber Music Festival 2021 on Friday, April 9th 8pm at the Orange Civic Theatre.

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e e b s i r F e t a Ultim PHOTOS BY EDITHMAY GOWING The first intercity ultimate frisbee tournament was held at Emus Rugby club on Saturday March 13. Three teams competed in a friendly competition for the Macquarie Valley Classic.

The competition was a laid back one, with self-umpiring and rolling substitutions. Teams included Dubbo Meerkats, Blue Mountains Blooms and Orange Snowflakes. All teams getting ready for the Big Bathurst Tournament being run in May with teams from all over the state including Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong.

Ultimate Frisbee is a mixed sport with seven players on the field at a time, consisting of three or four players of either gender. It is played on a 100m field passing the frisbee to various players, players cannot run with the frisbee. A goal scored is when a player catches the frisbee in the end zone.

Orange has a mini league at Brendon Sturgeon Oval on Monday afternoon. Further information is available through their Facebook page ‘Orange NSW Frisbee.’

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PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUIRED - SumMer Street Incident On Wednesday February 3, 2021, a pedestrian in a wheelchair was waiting at the intersection of Summer Street and Lords Place, waiting to cross from east to west on the Southern side of Summer Street. When the lights changed, the pedestrian moved onto the carriageway to cross to the western footpath and was hit by a white Nissan SUV. The pedestrian’s wheelchair was damaged by the incident.

For anyone with any information, please call Orange Police Station on 6363 6399.

Location: Summer Street x Lords Place Orange Time & Date: 2.30pm Wednesday 3 February 2021 VEH: White Nissan SUV- Female driver.

Holy Trinity Church Orange Anson Street Maundy Thursday 1st April Passover Dinner 5:30pm followed by 7:30pm Service

Good Friday 2nd April 7:00am Mt. Canobolas prayer vigil & 9:30am Service Saturday 3rd April

ELSIE JAYNE COLLETT BORN: 26/02/2021 WEIGHT: 3040g PARENTS: Emma Georgiou and Wayne Collett SIBLINGS: Tayson (7); Ellodie (1) GRANDPARENTS: George and Stacey Georgiou of Orange; Suzanne Collett and Rodney Doolan of Minto, Sydney

7:00pm Pascal Candle Easter Day 4th April 8:00am, 9:30am & 4pm COVID 19 - Whilst some covid restrictions are still in place for worship spaces, please feel free to come and if you can let us know beforehand that would be helpful. RSVP to rector@holytrinityorange.org.au or text 0421684908 many thanks.

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MAX JOSEPH COOPER BORN: 22/02/2021 WEIGHT: 3620g PARENTS: Cass and Stephen Cooper SIBLINGS: Oliver (2) GRANDPARENTS: Julie and Rod McMiles; Diane and David Cooper all of Orange GREAT GRANDPARENTS: Elaine Conners; Barb McMiles all of Orange

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THUMBS UP to James from the Top Wash, his manners were absolutely outstanding. He’s a credit to his parents he was very polite and helpful, more kids should be out working on weekends like this young lad. Well done James.

THUMBS UP to Canberra, Penrith and Parramatta for having good shopping centres like Westfields and making it convenient to leave small towns like Orange to go shopping for retail for brands and shops that Orange doesn’t have.

THUMBS UP to all the very hard workers who did a massive job removing all the excess bulky waste recently. Great work and thank you so much!

BIG THUMBS UP to the SES folk who attended the Molong Rd site to make dry the shed after the roofing was damaged during the storm. Your willingness to help is appreciated.

THUMBS UP to John and Sharon who stopped and helped my son on Tuesday morning after he fell from his bike on Bathurst Road and followed up through the day to check in on him. Such a relief to know there is still decent people in the world.

THUMBS UP to the new Ocean Project Restaurant in Kite Street. At last you can get grilled fillets of fish in Orange.

All the other places believe fillets have to be very deep fried. EDITOR: That’s not entirely true. I’ve bought grilled fish at a local fish shop.

THUMBS DOWN to truck drivers who take out car drivers when trying to park. If truck drivers don’t have enough room and need to cut into other people’s lanes, you really need to re-do your truck license test again.

THUMBS UP to Cathy and Bob at May Rachelle in Millthorpe for giving local quality artists space in their shop. Such variety is on display during the year and I’m again amazed at the talent we have in the area. Also, lots of other interesting things there for you to take home and treasure.

THUMBS UP to Nicole at TJ’s Newsagents for the super job she does of a morning serving customers, especially when she is super busy.

HUGE THUMBS DOWN to those who tailgate, cut others off on the road, pull out in front of others at intersections and don’t use indicators.

THUMBS DOWN to the P-plater driving a RAV4 on Packham Drive Molong weekdays. Your driving at excessive speeds, overtaking on blind corners and speeding past the bus which has stopped to collect kids is concerning. You are going to kill yourself or someone else, slow down!

You have been reported to the police.

THUMBS UP to the gentleman who stopped to help a woman change her tyre on Mitchell Highway this morning. In my travels I have seen lots of men including

myself stop to help a woman change a tyre which is the most basic car maintenance that all drivers should be capable of. In this world of equality some of you should think before you put men down, because chances are 99 percent of the time it be a man that stops to help you.

THUMBS UP to Adam Swain Plumbing, great and courteous service, love your work thanks. Will have you anytime we need a plumber.

A HUGE THUMBS UP to the lady who knew what was needed (a brush for a thicknesser) in Gasweld. Even though she didn’t have exactly the same, she had one that could be altered to fit! Thankyou.

But also thumbs up to One Stop Auto and Autobarn who didn’t have what was needed but suggested who might have one.

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BIG THUMBS UP Last Saturday (6/3/21), soon after 11am a not so agile and young as he used to be bloke had a tumble, losing some skin on the footpath in Summer Street opposite Anything Grows coffee shop/garden nursery- and couldn’t get up. A good Samaritan driving into town saw what happened, pulled to the side of the traffic without parking and came to the rescue. Undeterred by blood, he was concerned, helped me up and offered to call an ambulance or drive me anywhere, and was generally very helpful. A big thank you to Dave - your a real gem. Instead of driving to Dudley Private Hospital to visit a sick friend, I drove home to clean up and take it easy. Nothing broken but still sore and mending. You’re a good bloke Dave.

Thank you. Name and phone number supplied to OCL reception.

THUMBS UP to the Woolworths staff member of the help desk at North Orange who used their personal phone to allow me to get a message through to my partner when I was locked out of my house. I had no phone and no money on me at the time.

Thank you for assisting me.

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WHAT’S IN STORE AND MORE @ LOCA MOJO BOUTIQUE LOCA MOJO BOUTIQUE IS ALL ABOUT SELF-EXPRESSION

From t-shirts to handbags and dresses, we got you covered. With an emphasis on retrospective styles and pop culture, this boutique offers many choices that are fun and flattering. Our customers know they are getting something that they won’t see others wearing around town.

And the store owners, Annette and George Whitefield, are proud to be providing the Central West with variety and exciting clothes that are affordable as well.

No longer stocking vintage clothing, Loca Mojo Boutique stocks designer labels such as Hell Bunny, Dancing Days, Banned Apparel and Threadheadz among many others. So, come in and add something new to your wardrobe that you will wear and love.

Loca Mojo Boutique is just a short walk from many boutique hotels and eateries, and can be found at 142 Summer Street, Orange Arcade

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