Monaro Post April 6, 2011

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Last week 31 medical students from the ANU Medical School visited the region for Rural Week. They enjoyed a variety of experiences, including this farm visit to Ross and Liz Sherlock’s property “Kia Ora”. See more on pages 2 and 3.

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Teaching medical students Last week, Cooma welcomed 31 postgraduate first year medical students as part of rural week.

Over the course of the week, students gained first-hand experience in rural medicine and were immersed into a country lifestyle where they learnt about various health issues prevalent in rural Australia.

Academic Coordinator of the ANU Rural Clinical School, Doctor Rob Wiles, said “It allows the students to see the country before they get too used to living in the city”.

“The idea is experience – to feel the community,” he said.

The program aims to encourage future doctors at an early stage of their training to come and practice in rural areas.

Cooma has received its first registrar

from the program this year; a third year student, Emma Cunningham, who is working at Bombala Street Surgery.

Mayor Dean Lynch welcomed the group on their arrival at a service held at the council chambers last Monday, March 28.

On Tuesday, the students paired off and visited particular sections of the medical world such as pathology, emergency, one of the two surgeries, one of the two pharmacies, mental health, breast-screen and physiotherapy.

They then ventured out to Ross and Liz Sherlock’s property, “Kia Ora”, on Old Mill Road. The Lions Club generously cooked one of their locally renowned barbecues lunches for all present.

Here they were exposed to farm associated hazards and learnt about various health

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Pictured above; Bruce Bashford giving the students a sheep dog demonstration on Tuesday last week.

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Ross stressed that working on a farm is “a matter of reducing risk but you can’t eliminate it”.

The students then put their stomaches to the test when they observed Ross treat a flyblown sheep. This was followed by a shearing demonstration where the future doctors learnt about the process of shearing the wool from the sheep, to skirting the wool and pressing it before sending it off to a wool agent.

The next stop was Bruce and Kathy Bashford’s property where Bruce gave a demonstration of his sheep dogs. The group marvelled at the skill of the canines and the proficiency at which they were trained.

After a long day on the land, the crew concluded their day with an emergency services demonstration at Polo Flat. Here they acted as a reception team where they conducted scenarios where they had to treat victims from a fire.

Wednesday consisted of more clinical visits followed by lunch with the

Pictured above; the ANU medical students at the council chambers last Monday.

CWA at the Ambulance Station and then blood pressure measuring in centennial plaza throughout the afternoon.

Once again, the crew arose to an early start with a “Life as a rural doctor” talk from Doctor Effie Parakilas. When the students thought they had witnessed it all, they soon realised that they were wrong when they travelled to Thredbo and began climbing to the peak of Mount Kosciuszko on Thursday. Despite the overcast weather in Cooma, the students were greeted with fine skies as they ascended above the clouds.

Having absorbed an abundance of what life in a rural community is like, the students, with a combination of sadness and relief, departed Cooma on Friday afternoon following a debriefing with Doctor Rob Wiles.

It proved to be a highly successful week and thanks must be extended to all who contributed in any way, especially the Lions Club, Ross and Liz Sherlock, Bruce and Kath Bashford, Lola Radnoti, Dr Rob Wiles and the rest of the medical community in Cooma.

We can only hope that some of the students will return in later years to serve our region.

Pictured above; Ross Sherlock giving the students a talk on firearms and other hazards that may occur on a farm.

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Wednesday April 6, 2011

Rotary helps MAD with DVD

Karaoke @ the club The karaoke competition held at the Cooma ExServices Club was a huge success, with about 40 contestants competing to take home the cash.

Three heats were held over a period of weeks then last week was the finals night. If you were good enough to make it through to the final round the prize money was terrific, with first place receiving $600, second place $300 and third place $100.

The four judges for the finals were Winston

The Rotary Club of Cooma, represented by Katrin Hackney presented Rewa Nolan with a cheque for $300 to go towards the reprinting of a DVD to be distributed to GPs in the region as a trial, as well as about 50 young parents.

There is also interest from other bodies from youth workers to midwives

Phillips, John Rolfe, Lorraine Robinson and Barry Ager who had a tough job deciding second place.

Mary Cooper was the clear winner on the night but second place was a very tough decision and it was eventually awarded jointly to Heather Annoleck and Nicole Evans.

The guest DJ for the evening was DJ Grey and the night was MC-ed by 2XL presenter Gerry Shears.

With a crowd of about 180 people cheering them on and creating a great atmosphere the night was enjoyed by all.

Barry Ager said “I am very pleased how well the competition went. I think we might have another one early next year.”

and mother’s groups, Rewa said.

The DVD is made up of a group of young parents called MAD, who meet in Cooma every second Thursday at the HUB. For more information contact Nikki Rabbitte, Southern General Practice Network, MAD group co-ordinator on 0418 264 098 or Rewa Nolan www.rewanolan.com

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With only standing room left at Cooma ExRegulars at the club, Bob and Jean have also Services Club last Friday night, Bob and Jean won other big prizes in recent years.

Rolfe were present when they were announced as winners of the club’s $8000 holiday to Fiji.

Mountain Men’s Muster It’s that time of year, when the Snowy River Shire Council hosts the annual Men’s Mountain Muster.

Libby Smith, Groups Program Co-ordinator would like to remind all interested men that the event is at the Dalgety Memorial Hall commencing at 9.15am until 3pm on Tuesday April 12.

Cost is just $15 per person and includes morning tea and a barbecue lunch.

This years guest speakers include Lydia McKeahnie from Monaro Driving school, who will talk to you about any recent changes or new

driving rules and answer questions concerning driving.

John Miller, from the Crook Back clinic will also speak. Here John will discuss tips for back care, causes of a sore back, how to detect if the treatment you’ve been prescribed is the correct treatment and much more.

Of course will also be the Yarn Spinning Competition, with Ross Thompson’s record up for challenge, so come along for a fun day out.

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Auxiliary donates new chairs

Local Showgirls miss out

The members of the Cooma Hospital Auxiliary have once again donated money for much needed new items at Cooma Hospital.

This time they have contributed the funds for four new day surgery chairs for patients to recover in after having surgery.

The old chairs had been in use for more than 10 years and were well past their use by date.

The chairs are used every day Pictured with one of the new chairs are, from left back, student doctor Konrad there is surgery Reardon, Jeannette Langwill, Jan Carpenter, Dorothy Bilbow, Robyn Fletcher and quite often the and Helena Reeves; front, Robin Mould, Violet Wheeler and Mary Mc Kee. patient will need to be able to lie back $500 for groceries and petrol. and rest some more before they are allowed to go Originally this raffle was run last year and drawn home. in December but the winner very generously Violet Wheeler who runs the Day Surgery Unit donated the prize back to the auxiliary for them to said “I think this is absolutely wonderful, it had raffle it again and raise more money. been on the wish list for a very long time.”

The Auxiliary donated $4900 for the chairs and There is currently a raffle running to cover the is very pleased to be able to help the Cooma cost of the chairs and tickets are available either Hospital once again. from members of the auxiliary or from the kiosk at the hospital. The prize is vouchers to the value of

Cooma Showgirl 2011, Sue-Ellen Mackay and Nimmitabel Showgirl Jaimie Henderson, contested the regional finals of the event at Goulburn last Saturday.

Judging took place throughout the day, with the presentations made at a dinner at the Goulburn Workers’ Club that night.

While she didn’t win through to the finals, Sue-Ellen was happy with her campaign.

She said “I was very happy with my interview and my speech. It was a great night”.

She enjoyed the experience and believes the competition has given her a lot more confidence.

The regional finals were won by the Cobargo and Bega Showgirls.

Youth Week in Snowy River Shire Youth Week in Snowy River Shire kicked off on Friday night April 1, when 26 teenagers dropped into High Country Fitness where Manuela Berchtold provided them with space to relax in bean bags, listen to guitar musicians Greg Cox and Claire McDonnell and join in the singing. It is planned to have Friday night “drop in” sessions at the gym every week.

It is a busy week for the youth if they attend all the activities organised by the energetic Shire youth and development officers Meghan Quinn and Claire McDonnell. On Saturday in Adaminaby there was the Amazing Race around the town and $5 movies at Jindabyne Cinema; Sunday saw action on the Berridale BMX track and skate park, with the Tim Draxl Performing Arts Scholarship Announcement Gala at Horizons.

After school on Monday, Shire General Manager Mr John Cahill undertook to teach local kids a range of easy Italian dishes at the Alpine Activity Centre Kitchen. In the evening there was a parenting panel for Snowy parents with police, health and mental health experts on hand to answer questions. There was a High Country Fitness “Have a Go” session on Tuesday from 4.25 to 5.20pm, and more sessions scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.

On Wednesday April 6, young people in years 11 and 12 will work on development actionbased strategies in response to the Community Draft Strategic Plan. Youthful entrepreneurs are encouraged to participate in a Business Basics course between 5 and 8pm at the Jindabyne Bowling

Club on Wednesday Evening.

Thursday April 7 is Crazy Pants Day for everyone in the community to raise money for international human rights. In Berridale the same day between 5 and 6.30pm at the Berridale Community Hall it’s “Now That’s Cooking” with apples. And on Friday April 8, Riana Begg will host a henna workshop on the making and application of temporary “tattoos”. For those with energy left, there is the Bombala BMX Jam, for additional information contact Claire McDonnell on 6451 1509 or youth development worker Meghan Quinn on 6451 1506 can give you all the information on the events listed above.

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Wednesday April 6, 2011

Local paramedic returns from Japan disaster Local ambo, Paul Thompson, has not long returned from Japan where he was offering his service to the town Minamisanriku near Sendai (72km off the coast), which was devastated by the recent earthquake and Tsunami.

Paul, an ambulance officer with over 22 years of experience, left for Sydney early on the morning of March 13 and later took off from Richmond airbase for Japan.

As part of the urban search and rescue team, Paul was one of 72 disaster assistance personnel consisting of various disciplines.

The search and rescue team helped locate bodies, treat patients and gather lost personal items such as jewellery and photo albums belonging to residents.

“Although I did have my concerns, I was not overly worried,” commented Paul.

“We’d done a lot of risk analysis and preparation beforehand as part of our training”.

Approximately 95 percent of the town was destroyed with masses of debris and even vehicles washed up on top of three storey buildings.

“It was overwhelming - I’ve never seen so much destruction in my life,” commented Paul.

“I tried to anticipate it before

but you can’t describe it. It’s so different once you get down on the ground and gain a greater understanding of the magnitude,” Paul said.

Minamisanriku was prepared for a tsunami but only built walls to fend off a wave four to five metres in height with the 15-20 metre wave towering over the trifling barriers.

The search and rescue team covered approximately two square kilometres of area, sending in dog teams to find any signs of bodies and then paramedics and police to further investigate. The crew were able to find five to six bodies that would be later identified and returned to their families for cremation or burial.

When asked what it was like to offer such a service to a country in need, Paul responded, “It is a great sense of pride and accomplishment to have the ability to help another country in such a need. I feel honoured to be able to do so”.

“It reminds you that we live in such a safe country and how important family is,” he concluded.

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Monaro swings to Barilaro Nationals candidate John Barilaro has won the state seat of Monaro from Labor’s Steve Whan.

Mr Barilaro took a call from Steve Whan last Tuesday afternoon, when Mr Whan conceded defeat in this tightlyfought seat.

“I am thrilled by the victory and humbled by the honour the people of the Monaro have given me as the next MP for Monaro in the NSW Parliament,” Mr Barilaro said.

“During our conversation I thanked Steve Whan for his service to the Monaro electorate and wished him, his wife and family all the best.

“I look forward to building on the contribution to Queanbeyan and the Monaro made by Steve Whan and his predecessors Peter Cochran and Peter Webb.

“Over the course of the campaign I’ve had the opportunity to outline the Liberals and Nationals plan for the region which includes delivering improved regional health services across the electorate including at Queanbeyan Hospital and I’m keen to start delivering as soon as possible.”

It is expected that Parliament will sit and all new members be sworn in before Easter.

Mr Whan conceded when it became obvious he could not gain the numbers.

“I am very proud that Monaro had one of the lowest swings against Labor in NSW. “I am also very proud of my record of delivering for Monaro, new schools and hospitals and better services.

“I wish Mr Barilaro the best of luck as local member”, he

said.

Mr Whan’s political future remains undecided with speculation he may be parachuted into the Legislative Council to fill a Labor vacancy

Polling figures First preference votes: Whan, CLP, 16,993, 41.5 %; Warburton, Ind, 1,011, 2.47%; Cockram, GNS, 3029, 7.42%; Barilaro, NP, 19,329, 47.32%; Graf, CDP, 547, 1.34% (Two candidate preferred: Whan 18,705, 48.1%; Barilaro, 20,169, 51.9%)

By local booth (two candidate preferred) Adaminaby Whan 95, Barilaro 180; Bemboka Whan 129, Barilaro 162; Berridale Whan 175, Barilaro 376; Bredbo Whan 116, Barilaro 167; Cooma Hospital Whan 79, Barilaro 66; Lambie St Preschool Whan 188, Barilaro 285; Cooma Nth Whan 381, Barilaro 422; Cooma Public Whan 522, Barilaro 657; Dalgety Whan 62, Barilaro 118;

Cooma Local Court report Twenty-year-old Cooma woman Shaylee Berry was convicted and fined of common assault. She was given a S10 good behaviour bond for 12 months and ordered to pay court costs of $79.

Joshua William Joseph Boyd, from Penrith who at the time of his offence was living in Jindabyne, was charged with common assault and stalk, intimidate, intend fear. He was convicted and was given two S9 good behaviour bonds for 18 months to be served concurrently under the supervision of the probation and parole service.

Thredbo resident, Peter Ford Martin 61, was convicted and fined for possessing ammunition without a licence/permit or authority. He was fined $300 and ordered to pay court costs of $79 and the ammunition was forfeited.

Cooma COSP resident Antonio Reigada, 36, was charged with stalk/intimidate, intend fear of physical or mental harm as well as possess a prescribed restricted substance, maliciously destroy or damage property.

As a resident of the COSP Centre, it was noticed he appeared to be under the influence of a substance. He was subsequently searched and was found in the possession of drugs not prescribed to him. He was also found in

John Barilaro headed the National Party rally in Cooma the day before the election. Also pictured are Matthew Mason-Cox and Adrian Piccoli.

possession of a female’s Commonwealth Bank key card.

On another occasion he was attempting to load his bags onto a Country Link bus, when the driver noticed he was heavily intoxicated and informed him he would be unable to travel in that state. He became abusive, police were called and he was arrested.

He was sentenced to a S10 bond with a onemonth custodial sentence as well as a five month fixed term custodial sentence.

Brad Sigmund, 23, from Cooma was convicted and fined with failing to comply with reporting obligations. He was issued with a fine of $400 plus court costs of $79.

35-year-old Karl Bernard Zoechmann from Jindabyne was convicted and fined with common assault. He was fined $500 plus court costs of $79.

Jindabyne woman, Skye Lawrence, 33, was charged with possession of a prohibited drug and goods suspected of being stolen. She was issued with a S10 good behaviour bond and convicted and fined $550 plus court costs of $79. She was also ordered to forfeit all property.

Delegate Whan 71, Barilaro 136; Jerrabomberra Whan 1666, Barilaro 2161; Jindabyne Whan 502, Barilaro 859; Michelago Whan 128, Barilaro 196; Nimmitabel Whan 92, Barilaro 162; Numeralla Whan 45, Barilaro 57; Thredbo Whan 37, Barilaro 62; Queanbeyan (combined) Whan 5203, Barilaro 4395; Postal votes Whan 1071, Barilaro 1260; Prepoll Whan 2890, Barilaro 3578.

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Another Littleton connection Editor, Recent publicity relating to the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Bega-Littleton “Sister City Exchange”, prompted me to remind your readers of the connection that some Cooma residents had with Littleton more than 60 years ago.

When the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Authority (SMHEA) was formed in October 1949 an immediate exchange began between SMHEA and the United States Bureau of Reclamation (USBR).

The USBR provided the SMHEA with several senior engineering advisers who came to live and work on the Snowy Scheme.

At the same time SMHEA began sending engineers for a period of 12 months ‘in-service training’ with the USBR in Denver, Colarado.

A liaison officer and 10 or 12 engineers were guests of the USBR every year for 11 or 12 years from 1949 to 1960.

Every one of those engineers spent time living in Denver and driving to work each day to the USBR offices in the Denver Federal Centre at Littleton.

Some part of their 12 months assignment was also spent visiting and working on many USBR projects throughout the western states

of America or participating in engineering conferences, but the trainee always reported back to the training centre at Littleon.

In those days, Littleton was an outer suburb of Denver in Arapahoe County.

I wonder if Curley Annabel had a link with the Cooma newspaper in those days and actually knew about Cooma’s association with Littleton in those wonderful multi-cultural days on the ‘Snowy’?

In 1958 a farewell dinner was held for Commissioner Lang in Monaro Hostel, which some 75 trainees and liaison officers attended.

A group photograph was taken but unfortunately I have mislaid my copy. Does anyone have a record of that gathering?

It’s probably a bit late now but it would be wonderful if those remaining USBR ‘in-service trainees’ could be reunited with any of their USBR counterparts at the Denver Federal Centre and strengthen even further the Littleton association with the Bega and Snowy Mountains area.

Alec Bacon Cooma North

Opera success Editor On behalf of the Jindabyne Branch of the CWA I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Jindabyne Community and beyond for supporting whole heartedly the Co-Opera’s production of the Marriage of Figaro.

The Branch invited Co-Opera to Jindabyne with financal help from the SEARs and the Snowy River Shire Council we hoped we would find a few friends to attend never believing we would sell out three weeks before the performance.

It was lovely to see so many people dressing up for the occasion. I hope you all enjoyed the evening as much as the CWA members did. Once again thank you.

Carole Morris President Jindabyne CWA.

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One thing we can guarantee about the Monaro weather - just when you least expect it, a frost will sneak up and bang, there goes the garden.

Like last Sunday morning. However, we were given a bit of a hint on Saturday, with that cold, cold wind. But, there goes the last of the vegies!

Cooma Show’s horse events were completed last Sunday, three weeks after the show - and in due contrariness, having the events postponed because of the wet ground, the alternate showjump venue was almost too dry and hard.

Murphy’s Law in operation!

This weekend sees the Relay for Life being held on Cooma Showground.

The relays raise awareness of cancer in the community and, let’s face it, there are few locals who haven’t been touched by cancer either personally or through friends and family.

So who will you relay for?

This week marks the 70th anniversary of the start of a campaign which gave some of our WW2 soldiers their share of infamy.

The Rats of Tobruk, so-called by the enemy because they dug in and could not be dug out, relished their nickname and their deserved reputation for doggedness.

The anniversary will be acknowledged during local Anzac Day ceremonies. But, why do we need an extra public holiday. Isn’t the Easter and Anzac Day weekend confusing enough?

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Waste Watchers visit Monaro schools Last week, schools across the Monaro were privileged to take part in ‘Waste Watchers’ – the state’s leading face-to-face environmental education program, initiated by “Keep Australia Beautiful” NSW to teach students environmental management skills through interactive workshops.

Michelago Public, Bredbo Public, Numeralla Public, Nimmitabel Public, St Patrick’s Parish and Cooma North Public schools all took part in the program over the course of the week.

This is the fifth year that the program has been running in

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The aim of the program is to increase environmental awareness in local students by teaching children how to minimise their environmental footprint.

Students participated in fun and interactive games, quizzes and activities and learnt about how to reduce and sort waste, correct bin usage, landfill, recycling and composting.

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Jindabyne CWA members Jan Owens, Chrissi Webb and Nancy Gant Thompson secretly sculpting their entry for the Jindabyne Lake Light Festival.

Get sculpting for Lake Light Festival Entries are now being called for the Lake Light Sculpture Festival to be held in Jindabyne NSW, over the Easter long weekend, April 22-25.

Artists and sculptors of all ages, sizes and skills are invited to submit a piece or two into this impressive exhibition and competition and be in the running to win part of the $10,000 cash prize pool.

“Kids from local schools, community groups, professional artists and neophytes all enter artworks in this fun event,” organiser of the event, Victoria Harris, said.

“We receive a really diverse collection of interesting pieces that add to the eclectic nature of this exhibition.”

“We encourage the unusual, the simple, the large and the controversial. There is no strict theme for the event but artists are encouraged to incorporate illumination into their works so that the exhibition comes alive at night as people meander through the outdoor exhibition.

“Winning exhibits usually have incorporated light into their artworks and the judges specifically look for the innovative use of this element. Artworks need to be fairly sturdy to survive our Easter conditions that can fluctuate from fine and sunny to rainy and bitterly cold so artists are asked to keep this in mind,” says Ms Harris.

Artists from right across the State enter this

event that will be celebrating its tenth year this year. The exhibition is staged along the Lake’s walking path from Banjo Paterson Park and is a key event on the Snowy Mountain’s Easter calendar of events.

More than 14,000 people visited the exhibition last year with many visiting the exhibition several times over the weekend.

People stroll through the exhibition all day from sun up to moon down. The exhibition is especially impressive under the Easter full moon and is particularly popular with dog walkers and kids on bikes.

The exhibition is open to all artists: established, mid career, emerging, novice and students.

There are several cash award categories including Major First Prize, Illumination, Waste to Art, Youth and People’s Choice. In addition, one sculptor will be awarded the much sought after prize of a three week artist’s residency at the Australian National University sculpture department.

Applications close April 2011. For more details visit www.lakelightsculpture.com.au This not-for-profit event is managed by Snowy River Arts Incorporated and is supported by regional businesses through sponsorship.

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Enthusiastic tourism committee meeting Seventeen people attended a meeting called by Cooma-Monaro mayor, Dean Lynch, (pictured right) last Thursday, to form a tourism advisory committee.

Those in attendance represented Michelago, Nimmitabel and Numeralla, the hospitality and accommodation industries, council and community representatives.

Mayor Lynch convened the meeting to gauge support for the creation of the committee, whose role would be to : • Advise council on a range of visitor information services; • Advise council on local events and marketing initiatives; • Revise council’s tourism strategy, business plan and promotional activities; • Address issues and concerns from all stakeholder interest in tourism services; • Review the tourism services financial budget and advise council on recommended amendments; • Convene regular meetings, at least quarterly; • Provide council with minutes of its meetings.

Council will support the committee through councillor representation on the committee; staff representation and minute taking, correspondence tasks, etc, providing a meeting venue and issuing an agenda.

Thursday’s meeting provided an opportunity for a number of views to be aired and considered, including what structure the committee should have i.e. whether it should have

one person directing it, or have a committee directing one person.

There was also a suggestion the committee could employ a consultant to conduct an audit of the region’s tourism assets, but the majority of attendees believed that could be done inhouse, using the skills of committee members.

The size of the committee was also discussed.

Mayor Lynch initially suggested a committee of eight, including himself, another councillor, the general manager and director of corporate service plus the Cooma Visitors Centre Manager or staff representative, plus four community members.

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He hopes to have the committee finalised within a few weeks so it can begin work.

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Cooma CWA meeting President of Cooma CWA Barbara Scanes welcomed 13 members and two visitors to the March meeting.

Apologies were received from four members.

Barbara asked for thought to be given to those who were not present due to their health.

Business from the previous meeting and the current correspondence was dealt with.

There was discussion about the strategic plan for CWA and Modern Governance.

Members were reminded of the information about this in the latest journal.

The treasurer reported a healthy bank balance which helps with the important donations made to worthy causes.

There was a good display of handicrafts and items were chosen for the group competition. It was diappointing that there were no entries in the wool section but the

overall collection was very pleasing.

The Land Cookery winners at branch level were reminded of their entries at Group level and wished all the best in the competition.

The Land Cookery competition is not restricted to CWA members but is open to any person residing in NSW. Events coming up for CWA members – State Conference in Nowra in May, Cultural and International Day at Bredbo in June, the annual Curry Lunch in June and the statewide awareness day on September 14.

The next meeting of the Cooma CWA will be held on Monday April 11 at the Cooma Country Club.

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All interested ladies are most welcome to attend.

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Big Hearted Hannah Jindabyne resident and Snowy River Shire Council employee, Hannah Lachmund, recently returned to Australia from doing various volunteer and evangelist work.

Hannah works as an IT assistant for the Snowy River Shire Council and ventured out of the country in mid November last year to lend a hand to those in need.

This was Hannah’s first time doing such a deed.

“I’ve always wanted to do something like this ever since I was little; something worthwhile,” Hannah said.

She initially went to Rwanda where she worked with the African Evangelistic Enterprise (AEE), which consisted of a group of eight Australians and one New Zealander. The AEE helps support projects in disadvantaged countries in Africa. Hannah and her fellow missionaries did many charitable actions including setting up a school for street kids, helping out in libraries and assisting in building a house. They also went around and visited other projects that were being completed.

“It was amazing! Even though I wasn’t doing big things, they appreciated it - the simple things in life,” Hannah said.

Hannah then popped over to Kenya for a slight holiday as well as a bit of work at a missionaries respite camp. There, she worked with two, three and four year olds.

“I’ve never worked with children before, especially that young,” commented Hannah.

“It was very eye-opening and great to meet

missionaries all over Africa”.

Tanzania was Hannah’s last destination where she would spend her last month there. It was here that she taught English at a school and used her qualifications in IT to help out with the school’s computing system.

“I did lots of fiddly jobs to make life a little bit easier for them,” Ms Lachmund said.

Between the staff at Snowy River Shire Council and the members of Hannah’s church, she raised a total of $2000, which went towards computers for the school in Tanzania.

This enabled the school to p u r c h a s e s e v e r a l computers, monitors, switches and UPSs, allowing the school to run computer classes where each child has access to a computer instead of having to share.

Hannah emphasised how different society in Africa is compared to Australia and how materialistic we are in contrast to them who value relationships and values much more than possessions and ownership.

“I’ve brought the values I learnt over in Africa back home with me to Australia,” Hannah said.

“It has made me more grateful for simple things like food, a bed and running water,” she reflected.

Hannah would like to thank her parents and her work for allowing her to undertake such an expedition.

Hannah concluded, “It opened my eyes to how big the world really is. I’d definitely do it again!”

Hannah with some of the girls from her English class that she taught in Tanzania.

Above: Hannah worked with many young children whilst in Kenya.

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SEC holds annual meeting The annual general meeting of the Snowy Monaro Business Enterprise Centre (SEC) was held on Thursday March 31.

Following the acceptance of the chairman’s, treasurer’s and manager’s reports, the election of the board of management members was conducted

by Cooma-Monaro Shire Council’s (CMSC) general manager John Vucic.

Sid Downie was re-elected chairman, with Jim Hatfield returned as treasurer.

Ron Wiggins was re-elected as public officer.

As well, existing board members, Darrell Gaukroger, Daryl Anderson, Kerry Blencowe, Wendy Crofts, Tony Nassar and Gail Eastaway were reelected.

Bridget McCosker remains as an alternate director.

Earlier, the members had discussed the formation of a new entity, incorporating the SEC, Cooma Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc and Cooma Unlimited.

The SEC’s view was that it was in favour of creating this economic development unit, with a preference that it employ a fulltime person to carry out the economic development role, rather than relying on the volunteers who make up the inidividual organisations.

The SEC also discussed possible funding being made available by the new NSW Coalition Government.

In his report to the board, chairman Sid Downie thanked CMSC for its ongoing financial support which has enabled the SEC to continue to operate its Business Incubator services and to provide small business enquirers with the office-based services available through the Business Enterprise network.

Mr Downie said “as a consequence of the State Labor Government’s ‘stand on your own two feet’ approach to our requests for them to reinstigate small business support programs in which we could

Riposte Lisa Ashurst Flicking through the social pages of the Sunday newspapers from time to time, I’ve noticed something about a lot of the women in the photographs; they all have a certain stance, depending on what they’re wearing and not one of them varies much from the pack. Maybe it’s one of those unconscious things or they’re all just trying to outdo each other but seriously, have a look some time and you’ll see it.

For example, if the dress/skirt is very short they stand with one leg slightly forward with the knee slightly bent. The forward foot usually has the toe turned inwards. One or both hands are on the hips and one hip is sometimes thrust a little forward.

Every single one of them poses like this and when you see it over and over on the same page it’s really bizarre.

If, however, the dress/skirt has a split, the pose and posture become the Split Skirt Stance (SSS). For example, a split to one side at the front prompts the wearer to stand with the corresponding leg protruding through the split, just in case no one realises the dress/skirt has one. If the split is at the back, the wearer will stand with

participate, and similar implied advice from the Federal Governmet, the SEC was forced to dispense with the services of its business adviser early in 2010”.

“Fortunately due to the continued support of CMSC, in the form of underwriting our possible operating shortfall of up to $75,000 to the end of 2011, we have been able to continue.

“A condition of our underwriting was that we contract to hand over our premises to council at the expiry of the Federal Governmemt caveats on the building at the end of August 2011, based on the levels of previous generous council support as well as the underwriting, and to ensure the premises could not be sold or otherwise at risk of not staying in community hands. The board agreed to the conditions, largely because it has always been intended that the premises remain in the hands of the community, irrespective of the fate of the SEC. “The State National Party’s Don Page and Melinda Pavey visited the board in March 2011 following our State and Federal Goverenments’ disappointing responses to our needs and made positive noises about the need for increased support of small business, particularly in rural areas and particularly through BECs. This attitude has been reinforced with Mr Page in writing, on behalf of the Coalition, prior to the State election, although with no specific promise, given the uncertainty about the likely state of the State finances and perceived needs.

“The SEC has also committed to supporting the fledgling Cooma economic development initiative, in conjunction with the Cooma Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc, Cooma Unlimited and CMSC, as much as possible within our resources.

“All that we need now is for the new Liberal/ National Governement to follow through on the positive noises that they have made”. both legs straight but slightly apart to ensure the split is obvious, again, just in case no one knew.

A side split requires a little more skill though as the wearer has to somehow stand with the leg protruding though the side split and not look like she’s trying not to fall off her stilettos, which brings me to the best (worst?) SSS I ever saw. In this case the wearer was in a knee length skirt with a thigh high split on both sides. When she walked she took extra long strides, which looked odd enough, but it was when she stood still that she really exhibited a really blatant example of SSS. She stood with her feet so far apart to emphasize that her skirt had two splits that she looked just plain silly, not to mention kind of embarrassing as well because it looked like she was going to... well...relieve herself on the floor. Hey, I’m not kidding here! That’s what it looked like!

But okay! We get it! The dress/skirt has a split in it somewhere but the theory behind a split is to do nothing to display it because it’s supposed to be a subtle thing that will show itself occasionally without any help from the wearer. That’s the allure of the split. Unfortunately, there’s nothing subtle about the women who buy them and then start adopting strange gaits and awkward poses, hence SSS. Ladies please, get over it!

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‘Rats of Tobruk’ reputation turns 70 April 10, 1941 saw the start of a siege, a war that was to kill 559 Australian casualties, to wound 2450 diggers and take 941 prisoners. That war became later known as “The Battle of Tobruk�.

Due to Great Britain in 1941 having to withdraw most of its forces from Africa to defend Greece, Australians of the Australian 9th Division and the 18th Brigade of the Australian 7th Division were left to defend the city of Tobruk. The Australian t r o o p s made up more than half of the Allied presence in Tobruk with a total strength of over 14000 men.

The Germans, twice the size of the Allies, were led by a military intellect, Erwin Rommel, who to that time had never been defeated.

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commemorates the 70th Anniversary of when the siege started. In conjunction with the anniversary, the Australian War Memorial in Canberra is currently running a special exhibition, “The Rats of Tobruk�, which is on display in the Memorial until November 16. It is definitely worth the drive to discover more about the infamous battle and to remember those who served.

The heroic defence of Tobruk is one of many acts of valour that the Australian Military has achieved, which evidently portrayed important Australian values such as courage, mateship and pride.

Pictured, Australians (Rats of Tobruk) standing by in a hot section of the front, 400 yards from the enemy. Many forward posts like this are isolated during the daylight hours. (Negative by g. Silk).

Photo courtesy of the Australian War Memorial.

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Claire’s Gardening Notes April 2011 With Claire Caldwell Deciduous azaleas can about replanting with leaves have fallen off.

Frost. If you have the winter flowering of Cooma Gas & really stand out. frost sensitive plants favourites eg pansies, Climbing plants can Garden Supplies As we step into the middle month of autumn – April – our surrounding landscape and gardens are looking wonderful with lush green grass everywhere and the deciduous trees beginning to show their colour change.

The contrast of the colours – red – orange – yellow and brown against the green grass makes for spectacular scenery.

Thankfully the continued falls of rain have really helped to keep everything growing. It will still be a really good time for planting anything from pots into the garden this month before the soil begins to cool off and the frosty nights start.

So what can you get up to in the garden April?

Lots, is the answer.

Planting- As said before this is an ideal time to plant out new plants into your garden.

Deciduous trees can be selected for autumn colour. For example: Red Colour Acer palmatum – Japanese Maple.

Acer buergeranium – Trident Mapl Fraxinus Raywoodii – Claret Ash Pistachia Chinensis – Chinese Pistachio Yellow and Oranges Fraxinus excelsior – Golden Ash Gleditsia Sunburst Malus ioensis Plena – Betchels crabapple Betula pendula – Silver Birch Some shrubs also have bright autumn colour a walk around your neighbourhood will give you some idea of what colours well.

also be spectacular in autumn, for example the ornamental grape – Vitis vinifera – Boston Ivy and Virginia Creeper, both cultivars of the Parthenocissus genus.

Shrubs and perennials that flower during the autumn months include Camellia sasanqua – flowers right into winter – look for the earliest flowering varieties. Useful as a hedge or espalier.

Hebes – many different cultivars available – quite a tough plant.

Abelias – now available with variegated foliage – white flowers.

Roses – good time to plant out potted roses.

Grevilleas – the lovely native spider flowers in reds, yellows and oranges – the birds love them.

J a p a n e s e Windflowers – (Anemones) will be flowering in all their glory in whites and pinks – look fantastic massed planted.

Easter Daisies – variety of colours.

Perennial petunias – in a good colour range. Will continue to flower until the coldest weather.

Dianthus – will flower now including the newer cultivars. Sugar Plum, Passion, Coconut Sundae, Candy floss and Rosebud. Have lovely perfume as well on compact plant.

Gauras - will also be in full flower and these make a lovely display when massed planted as well.

Potted Colour. If you have had potted colour over the summer months then by now they will be past looking their best so think

violas and panolas.

They are available as potted colour (already in flower) or as seedlings and come in a delightful colour selection. Also worth considering for autumn and winter colour are stock, dianthus, polyanthus and English daisies.

Vegetables. Give a thought to the growing of winter vegetables such as broad beans, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower. All can be planted now.

Bulbs.

Please remember that to have daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, crocus, pink and white bells, ranunculus and anemone flowers in spring then you need to purchase the bulbs NOW. Available for planting now are Certified Garlic Corms. These provide a lovely crop of your own fresh garlic, not something imported from overseas.

Very easy to grow and tastes so much better because it is so much fresher.

The worst diseases this past summer season have been black spot on the roses due to the milder wetter conditions. It is still a good idea to continue your spray program.

Downy mildews on grapes, cucumbers and melons – collect up all diseased plant material and bin it.

Keep watch for powdery mildew – a white powdery growth on pansies, banksia roses, roses – spray with suitable fungicide.

Get prepared to spray fruit trees eg cherries, apricots, nectarines and peaches with a copper based spray after the

that are still flowering or producing vegetables keep a weather eye out for frost forecasts in weather reports and cover plants if necessary.

Sale. Keep checking your letterbox for our latest Sale Catalogue that will be running from middle of month until the end of April.

PS. Don’t forget May is Mothers Day month.

Think about a layby for your Mum.

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New Home Sales Signal Weak 2011 New home sales volumes in early 2011 remain well down on their stimulus-driven highs, says the Housing Industry Association, the voice of Australia’s residential building industry.

The latest HIA - JELD-WEN New Home Sales Report, a survey of Australia’s major residential builders, showed that the number of new homes sold edged up by 0.6 per cent in February 2011. Detached house sales increased by 1.5 per cent, a reasonable outcome, but the sale of multi-units dropped by 7.6 per cent.

HIA Chief Economist, Dr Harley Dale, said that new home sales in February 2011 failed to materially improve on an encouraging start to the year seen in the thin trading month of January.

“The risk was for a weaker result than what we saw for February.

Nevertheless, new home sales are running at volumes considerably below those experienced during the stimulus-driven run of 2009 and early 2010, while both local government

building approvals and new housing loan approvals are trending down once more,” Harley Dale said.

“At the very time when new home conditions need to be continually improving we are faced with compelling evidence of a considerably weaker 2011 compared to last year,” Harley Dale said.

“Interest rates are on hold for now and that is a tick in the box for the housing industry, but an upward bias to rates remains in play. The onus is on Federal and state governments to reinvigorate the policy reform process to reduce the excessive costs of new housing,” added Harley Dale.

In February 2011 the HIA-JELDWEN New Home Sales Report found that detached new house sales increased by 0.9 per cent in New South Wales and by 2.9 per cent in Victoria. Sales fell by 13.3 per cent in Queensland, with the natural disasters in the state no doubt having a significant negative impact.

Sales were down by 4.3 per cent in South Australia and by 2.2 per cent in Western Australia.

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You’ve Dreamed it, We’ve Found it.

Reduced to $229,000 5 Faulkner Street

customized built in entertainment unit. Brick home, tile roof and single carport are features while a blank canvas is offered with the yard although fully enclosed does need some work. Quiet position in a young high quality street.

We’ve found it. Not many homes like this available. Offering three bedrooms and located at the end of a cul de sac overlooking lovely bush views. The property borders a nature reserve giving you plenty of privacy. The vendor has recently completed renovations including opening the kitchen and lounge area installing a wood heater and

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AUCTION & CLEARANCE SALE THIS SATURDAY

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Two for the price of one!!

4 Kerwan Cooma

8 Barnes Street, Dalgety NSW 2628 A unique opportunity to purchase an integral part of Snowy Mountains history. Single storey timber frame and iron clad homestead (circa 1910), set on some 2915 sqm (approximately) of level land, surrounded by established low maintenance gardens. Accommodation: three (3) bedrooms, enclosed verandah, eat-in kitchen, family room, internal laundry and bathroom including claw foot bath. Combustion stove, two (2) open fire places, gas available. Separate garage and tool shed Further subdivision possible (subject to council approval).

HOW TO BUY: Auction On-site 9th April 2011 at 11am

FOLLOWED BY: CLEARANCE SALE at 12pm

BIDDING GUIDE: From $65,000

INSPECTION: By appointment only with the listing agent

CONTACT:

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other unit some extra TLC. Both units are two bedroom with own carports. This property has limitless potential & with one unit currently $205,000 tenanted, you could renovate one & reap the returns from the other.

Don’t miss out on this investment Do not miss this opportunity. opportunity! Two units on the same title! Centrally located on a corner block, with a little renovation this Please call Amanda for property could become your own more information or to personal goldmine. One unit has arrange an inspection. been renovated significantly so it 6452 4043 can be used as a model to give the

Further details and photos can be found at www.nickkirshner.com.au

Nick Kirshner P 02 6456 6783 M 0416 287 829 E nick@nickkirshner.com.au W nickkirshner.com.au

HISTORIC INN ON THE BANKS OF THE MIGHTY SNOWY RIVER An excellent opportunity to purchase the free hold and licence of one of Australia’s most iconic country pubs.

45 minutes to major NSW ski fields, 1hr 45 minutes to the ACT and 30 minutes from Jindabyne.

Set on approx 1973sqm, this hotel offers ample opportunity to the enterprising operator.

Public bar, lounge bar, formal and informal dining, beer garden, four (4) double,two (2)single and three (3) family rooms. Would suit owner operator / family business.

The owners are retiring and the property is under instructions to be SOLD !

HOW TO BUY: Auction at Double Bay Auction Centre 19th April commencing 6pm CONTACT:

Nick Kirshner P 02 6456 6783 M 0416 287 829 E nick@nickkirshner.com.au W nickkirshner.com.au

INSPECTION: By appointment only with the listing agent

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Interest rate and rent rises over 2011: a comparison The great debate: to be a tenant or a home owner?

that money spent. Also, those who are investment property owners can - and do - up the rent they charge to compensate for their repayment rises.

Low rental vacancy rates, rising rents, healthy levels of “No wonder Mortgage Choice’s studies show rising rents immigration and robust competition between tenants are are greatly influencing many Australians to become property perfect market conditions for the one in seven Australian tax owners.

It was the number two motivation for our 2011 payers who own an investment property.

Future First Homebuyer Survey respondents, all of whom On the flipside, it is a highly undesirable situation for tenants. were planning to buy before February 2013. 42% of our 2011 Many have gone through or are in the process of inspecting Recent First Homeowner Survey respondents agreed, having rental property after rental property as one of scores of hopeful bought in part because increasing rents made owning a applicants, bidding fiercely for a roof over their head, enduring property more attractive than renting.

Local Mortgage Choice franchise owner, Donna Robson says, “RP Data recently reported capital city rents increased by 4.2% in 2010 and commented that they are expected to rise by 7% this year*. To put this into real terms, in Canberra it equates to an extra $33.60 on the average weekly rent of $460 for a house and $30.80 on the average weekly rent of $420 for a unit**.�

“When it comes to home loan approval criteria these days, some lenders now consider rental history as genuine savings.

A number have increased the amount they will lend to 95% of the purchase price and several are dropping their fixed rates, which is good news for borrowers who need the peace of mind that comes with locking in a guaranteed steady repayment level.

“Those considering home ownership should note that although rents are rising we’re also likely to see a rise in “Then consider that it looks likely we’ll see interest rate rises interest rates and property prices. This makes the choice of around 0.5% by the end of 2011. For a 30-year $300,000 more complicated, requiring focused planning and a thorough principal and interest home loan at 7% - by no means the investigation into the long term benefits.� lowest rate available - this means $23.47 extra on the required weekly repayment of $460.29. “Times are tougher financially for tenants and mortgage holders but at least the latter group has an asset to show for Home loan repayment guide (based on a 30-year P&I loan at 7%) Loan amount

Weekly loan repayments

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$300,000

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$350,000

$537.01

$400,000

$613.72

$450,000

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AUCTION April 30th onsite at 11am

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AUCTION WALK TO THE SHOPS Under instruction from the mortgagee’, 21 Massie St, Cooma to be auctioned on 30 April 2011.

This property is close to Cooma CBD and within walking distance of the shops.

4 Bedrooms with separate dining area. Wood and gas heating.

Large double garage / workshop at the rear of the property with plumbing and power connected.

Saturday Open House 9 April 10:30-11:15 Saturday Open House 23 April 10:30-11:15 To be auctioned on-site: Saturday 30 April 2011 at 10:30

Contact: Michael Mitchell 0438521379

www.rwcooma.com.au

Ph: 02 6452 7999

26 Sharp Street, Cooma

OUTSTANDING LIFESTYLE AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY !!!

“Gooandra Alpine Cottages� Adaminaby 2629 Located a short 30 minutes drive from Mt Selwyn and some 15 minutes or so from lake Eucumbene, perfectly located to enjoy all the outdoor activities this magic part of the snowy mountains has to offer, including snow skiing, snow boarding, snow shooing, cross country skiing, horse riding, fishing, water skiing, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, bush walking, flying, tennis or simply doing nothing at all ! “GOOANDRA ALPINE� currently consists of 4 timber cottages, nestled amongst gums on approximately 100 acres or 40 hectares of lightly timbered alpine grazing country. Our vendors have been operating the business since 1993 (mostly winter only). An excellent opportunity in deed to capitalize on the fast growing summer trade in the alpine area and grow the business further. A bonus further 2 cottages are approved now and can be built at your leisure as well as a multi function building, however not limited to the above.

GOOANDRA ALPINE offers a great lifestyle in deed with the bonus of an outstanding business opportunity for anyone wishing to do so without the usual dollar price tag attached to such a privilege.

HOW TO BUY: Auction On-site 23rd April 2011 CONTACT:

Nick Kirshner P 02 6456 6783 M 0416 287 829 E nick@nickkirshner.com.au W nickkirshner.com.au

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regular rent rises and preparing for the increasing cost involved with not being their own landlord.

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Welcome to the autumn/winter edition of Your Farm Magazine, 2011.

This issue has some interesting reading, covering EC declarations, dogs, geese, cattle and horses with a bit of farm IR information and some great recipes as well.

As the Monaro enjoys its first real autumn for many years, the region’s annual calf and bull sales are upon us.

Top prices received at the first of the calf sales augur well for

other sellers in the next few weeks.

And, as tractors fire up to sow winter crops, the rain continues to fall across our region, giving hope of a great spring in a few months time.

Pictured, buyers gather in the lanes at Cooma saleyards on March 30 for the first of the autumn calf sales, with Landmark the selling agents. The sale grossed $1.34million.

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Expiry of Exceptional Circumstances-declared areas Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator Joe Ludwig,has announced the end of Exceptional Circumstances assistance in three areas of NSW, Victoria and the Australian Capital Territory due to improved seasonal conditions.

The Australian Government has accepted the independent advice of the National Rural Advisory Council on the Cooma-Bombala-ACT, Bega Valley, and Central and East Gippsland Revised EC-declarations that are scheduled to expire on 30 April 2011.

“NRAC found that improved seasonal conditions across these three EC-declared areas have given the majority of producers the opportunity to recover from drought and return to typical farm management practices,” Minister Ludwig said.

“Following many years of drought, the improvement in seasonal conditions across south-eastern Australia is very encouraging for farmers and their families.”

According to the recent Australian Commodities report, the Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resource Economics has forecast that recent rainfall will increase fodder availability and improve soil moisture conditions across south-eastern Australia.

Although conditions have significantly improved across the majority of the regions, some parts of the Cooma-Bombala-ACT and Central and East Gippsland areas have

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been adversely affected by recent flooding events.

“There is a range of assistance available to help people in flood-affected areas during this difficult period,” Minister Ludwig said.

“The Government has been quick to roll-out assistance to farmers and small businesses experiencing hardship through the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements.”

Information about the range of assistance measures available to primary producers and small businesses in flood-affected areas is available at www.disasterassist.gov.au.

NRAC’s recommendations on the three EC-declared areas can be found at www.daff.gov.au/agriculture-food/drought/ec.

EC-declared areas expiring April 30, 2011: Bega Valley in NSW Cooma- Bombala-ACT in NSW (incorporating the ACT) Central and East Gippsland Revised in Victoria

Improved sesonal conditions have helped, but the effects of the long drought are still being felt.

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Getting a grip on farm IR responsibilities Farmers need to be aware of their responsibilities when hiring and retaining farm workers, including their obligations under the Pastoral Award 2010 according to Kondinin Group.

In the latest edition of Farming Ahead magazine Kondinin Group, in partnership with BlandsLaw, provides growers with information on the main considerations surrounding farm industrial relations.

Report author Danica Leys of BlandsLaw says farmers need to familarise themselves with concepts such as those dealt with in the 2010 Pastoral Award, the new Paid Parental Leave scheme and the Unfair Dismissal Small Business Code.

“Farmers probably don’t give much thought to the risk of industrial disputes within their business,” Ms Leys said.

“But with sowing about to get underway, now is a good time to review certain aspects of your farm’s employment terms and conditions to ensure an industrially-successful 2011.”

The Pastoral Award was created under the Fair Work Act and implemented at the start of 2010.

All employers involved in broadacre, farming and livestock operations, pig breeding and raising, poultry farming and shearing operations must comply with the Award.

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“One of which is the allowance for the jetting or spraying of sheep.”

“Workers engaged in this work are entitled to an additional 17 per cent of the ordinary daily rate.”

Another important farm industrial relations issue is whether farm workers are engaged as an employee, or an independent contractor.

“A farmer might think they have contracted the services of farm worker only to find that the nature of the work and the manner in which it is carried out is more akin to a employee-type relationship.”

“Factors that distinguish a contractor from an employee, include whether they are being paid for the hours worked or the end result. Another important distinction is that a farmer has complete control over how, when and where an employee’s work is to be carried out, whereas with a contractor this is not necessarily the case.”

“The classification of a farm worker is important when it comes to determining considerations such as remuneration, entitlements and leave.”

The report in the March edition of Farming Ahead magazine also explains Individual Flexibility Agreements (IFA) — a simplified arrangement between an employer and employee and may be a more suitable option.

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comprehensive, understanding the contents of this Award is important,” Ms Leys said.

“For example, under the contents of this award if you ask an employee to perform work that would normally be classified as a ‘higher duty’ for more than two hours during a day or shift, then the employee is entitled to the higher minimum wage for the entire day or shift.”

Another common area of confusion is extra entitlements such as meal, travel and accommodation allowances, as well as special allowances.

offers a standard hourly rate in place of overtime and penalty rates, allowances and leave loading,” Ms Leys said.

“To implement this type of agreement it must pass the ‘Better off Overall’ test which compares the employee’s financial benefits under the IFA with the benefits under the award. It is also important to note that an employer cannot ask a prospective employee to agree to an IFA as a condition of employment.”

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New agency for the Monaro Monaro Livestock and Property (MLP) is a new locallybased agency owned by local couple Will and Vanessa Dixon. Since opening the doors in January, the pair have been kept busy and this week will be no exception with 1600 calves up for sale at their inaugural autumn calf sale on Thursday April 7. ‘We’re really pleased with the numbers for the sale, particularly in our first year’ Will said. ‘We’ve joined the Associated Agents sale and with the strong cattle prices and great season on the Monaro we’re expecting some strong interest and hopefully we’ll secure some top prices for local farmers’.

MLP is a full service agency offering livestock auctions and private sales, clearance sales, auctioneering and rural

property sales for farmers and land owners in the Monaro and Snowy Mountains region Will grew up on a Monaro farm and has built a solid reputation in his eight years as a local agent. ets and has a wellHe knows local stock, the markets sociates and established network of industry associates buyers. es facing ‘We also understand the issues itted to locals and we really are committed providing good, honest advice and support for farming families on the Monaro’, Will said. olution for ‘Our business provides a solid local solution stock and property purchases and sales and ading we also specialise in AuctionsPlus trading er to give clients further options.’ Australian Wool & Pastoral Agency Ltd Monaro T/AS Monaro Wool Services & Schute Bell Badgery Lumby Livestock and Property – P: 6452 7747.

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Action urged on foxes Autumn is baiting time for rabbits and foxes and the South East Livestock Health and Pest Authority is urging landholders across the region to contact their local office to discuss options for controlling these pest animals on their properties.

Grant Coe, senior ranger with South East LHPA, says the best results for long-term sustainable control of both rabbits and foxes are gained by regular, coordinated group baiting in which groups of neighbours strategically target the pest problem in their area. “We have had great success with our 1080 and Pindone baiting courses. More than 300 landholders have participated in the course specifically designed to allow landholders to bait on their property,� Mr Coe said. “The threehour course gives landholders a clear

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understanding of 1080 and Pindone use and their legal obligations, and has resulted in an increased use of 1080 and Pindone baiting to control pest animals, especially by small landholders as part of larger group programs.�

Mr Coe reminded landholders that the training course conducted by the LHPA doesn’t replace the AQF chemical application courses, which remain a requirement for use of other pesticides.

The training course covers topics such as baiting techniques, toxicity, storage, transport, legislation and OH&S. Landholders completing the course will be issued a certification card and will remain accredited to use 1080 and Pindone for five years.

For more information about your legal responsibility to control pest animals on your property, dates for the next training course in your local area or for assistance in setting up baiting programs contact your local LHPA office: Braidwood 4842 2536; Bega 6492 1283; Cooma 6452 1122; Bombala 6458 3055; or Milton 0405 135 193.

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Autumn means sale time for Monaro calves

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Autumn is calf and weaner sale season on the Monaro and sale began in a big way last Wednesday.

The Landmark weaner sale saw prices top $1070 for yearling steers 12-14 months old.

Heifers were also in hot demand, with the top price of $900 received.

The yarding of 1825 realised an average of $735/ head.

The prices are a reflection of good seasonal conditions following a protracted drought which has seen many farmers having to destock their properties.

Now the seaon has changed, buying stock to put back on the farm has produced strong competition amongst restockers and the butchers have also been active.

The autumn sales continue for the next couple of weeks, with bull sales also thrown into the mix.

Monaro genetics are highly prized, so the keen competition can be expected to continue.

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Reviving the Kitchen Garden Lisa Ashurst

much grander affair known as the Kitchen Garden which differs from the standard vegetable plot in both its history and Tough economic times has seen a resurgence in the design. Also known as a potager (in French jardin potager) the domestic vegie patch as more people are waking up to the original kitchen garden was a walled garden kept separate advantages of growing their own produce and as a result, from the rest of the residential grounds, which were primarily home food gardens are popping up all over the place. The ornamental plants and lawn areas, and it often served as backyard vegie patch is not new however nor restricted to a central feature, doubling as an all-season ornamental rural dwellings, as a couple of generations ago it was just landscape as well as a practical household garden. The as common for many suburban blocks to have a vegetable kitchen garden was the primary source of household garden down the back, a couple of fruit trees among the vegetables, fruits and herbs plus cut and edible flowers. flowers and a few chooks housed along the back fence. Even These formal gardens were a structured garden space and apartment dwellers are growing vegie gardens in pots on their were usually designed around a repetitive geometric pattern balconies! and plantings were placed in such a way as to give year round But the humble backyard vegie patch has its roots in a visual appeal. Perennials and ornamental shrubs, chosen on the basis of colour, form and beauty, were often incorporated into the design as were plants which produced flowers, both edible and non edible, and these were placed in designated spots amongst the more practical vegetable and herbs to enhance the garden’s look. The gardens were also recreational spaces where the householder could sit or just wander along the paths to unwind from the everyday. These beautiful gardens were very popular on larger estates throughout the Middle Ages and beyond and many still exist in the UK and Europe RSM Jamie Davis today.

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The design is very important so if this is not your strong point you may want to bring in a professional to plan your garden and what you want to achieve is a nice balance between lawn areas, pathways and plants that suit your location. Will you have raised beds or keep everything at ground level?

You could do a combination of both to create extra interest as well as some extra planting space. Tiered beds are great in smaller gardens. Paths can be stone, gravel, brickwork or pebbles and feel free to add some garden furniture, a water feature or a statue or two. Internal boundaries can be stone or brick, hedges or even specific edge plants and if you intend to have an external wall surrounding your garden there are a lot of attractive options. The idea is to create a household garden that is functional, that looks good and can also provide a peaceful retreat and small versions can be just as effective in all these areas as those of the grander piles.

And just think of pleasure you’ll get from growing and harvesting your own fresh food, not to mention the money you’ll save by producing the bulk of your family’s food in your own back yard! Home grown produce always tastes better and you’ll also have control over how you manage things like garden pests and fertilisers. Most home growers opt for totally organic mulches, fertilisers and pest control and there are several safe, chemical free products designed for the home gardener.

So, if the thought of developing your own kitchen garden has now wetted you appetite, pop outside and start planning and by all means, be as creative as you wish! It can be made into a wonderful feature and will be a great addition to your home.

Brumbies make great all rounders Lisa Ashurst The iconic Australian Brumbies are free roaming feral horses descended from long ago horses that either escaped or were lost some time back when early Europeans arrived and settled in Australia.

While they can be found in many parts of country, the best known herds are those that roam through the Snowy Mountains region of NSW and more specifically, those which inhabit the Kosciuszko National Park (KNP).

Many Australians have a soft spot for the Brumby, however the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) believe they are causing too much damage to the KNP environment when allowed to run free in large numbers through the park. Over the years NPWS has conducted culls to reduce their numbers. While some may agree that culling the herds is a good thing, so long as it is carried out as humanely as possible, many disagree and believe culling them is cruel and as the Brumbies are now one of the attractions of the park, they should be allowed to roam in peace.

Due to culling being seen mostly in the negative, moves are now afoot to relocate them from the

various national parks and place them in new homes where they can begin new lives as domestic horses and in 2010 the Kosciuszko Brumbies came to the fore when Brumby man, Steve Horsley, campaigned to find new homes for strings of the horses as opposed to having them shot and used for pet meat.

Several Brumbies were re-homed but the program needs to be ongoing to continue to save them.

The idea is a sound one as in the past, Brumbies have occasionally been rounded up and domesticated and the good news is that they adapt very well to domestication and have gone on to become very good campdraft, stock and trail ponies and also make great pony club and pleasure riding mounts. People who have domesticated them claim that Brumbies are ideal for many forms of riding and that they are the best riding horses they know.

Meanwhile, the NPWS is still keen to remove them from the park and no doubt there will be another roundup this year in an effort to continue to relocate them to new homes once again. If you would like to know more or, if you can offer a good home to some of these lovely Australian horses, please contact Robb Gibbs in Jindabyne on 6450 5577 for further information on the next round-up.

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Have you tried Australian bush foods?

Lisa Ashurst When was the last time you sampled quandongs, wattle seed or outback limes?

Or how about Bush Dukkah, Dorrigo Pepper or Lilli Pilli jam? If you’ve never sampled these Aussie bush tucker staples, don’t despair, for chances are you’ll soon find many of them on the shelves at your local supermarket in the near future and, if you’d like to try before you buy, check your local food guide as more eateries are using native bush food products in their food preparation now.

In the 1980s, several Sydney restaurants began using native Australian ingredients in recipes that were more familiar to non-indigenous tastes and this provided the first opportunity for native bush foods to be sampled on a gourmet level and opened the door to the possibilities of establishing bush food agricultural enterprises to develop a regular supply of product.

Establishing a bush food farm requires a good knowledge of what is native to the region and learning how and when to harvest the produce.

A sound knowledge of the plants themselves is also mandatory along with how to use them.

There is a need to take into consideration such things as species research, toxicology, cultivation practices and harvesting methods.

Some native fruits and seeds are only edible at certain times in their growth period and this is where the knowledge of the Aboriginal community comes into its own.

Bush food farming works around a blending of Aboriginal food staples with simple techniques to produce a variety of Australian bush foods products and more Aboriginal communities are becoming involved in the supply chain where they can use their expert knowledge in farming this type of food in the modern bush food industry. The CSIRO has been working in conjunction with Aboriginal communities for some years now to learn more about native bush foods with the aim of putting more of them on mainstream menus.

But it’s not just fruits and seeds. Many Australian native plants produce nectarrich flowers and these are also a good inclusion in a working bush food farm and

Australian bush food farms are becoming anfil.org.au for a list of bush food established in greater numbers to meet suppliers as well as books on bush food the demand as more people recognise farming and some good information on the health benefits of this type of food. the products themselves and how to use Many native foods contain high levels them. of beneficial compounds and coupled Pictured below: Lemon Myrtle leaves with their unique flavours it stands to can be used fresh or dried and have a reason that commercial bush food farms lemony lime oil flavour. It is great to use are gaining recognition as productive with fish, for lemon tea, in breads, cakes enterprises. and deserts.

Many of the fruits, seeds and spices have an intense flavour and can be used fresh or dried. They are also great in Right: The tuberous root of the Bungwall Fern can be soaked and then roasted producing jams, chutneys, jellies, sauces, and then ground to make flour. natural flavourings, colourings and drinks.

Warrigal greens can be used very successfully in the place of Asian greens, in quiches and seasonings and Lemon Myrtle, with its lemony-lime flavour is wonderful with fish and can also be used for lemon tea, breads and desserts.

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Gathering geese in the Garden Lisa Ashurst

Sound good, don’t they! But as with anything good there’s sometimes a bit of a downside and with geese it’s the fact that along with eating out any tender young Are you fighting a losing battle with the slugs, snails, grubs and all the other garden weeds and grasses invading your plots, they can also be tempted to sample any pests that insist on taking up residence in your vegie patch? Are you running yourself tender young vegie plants and can sometimes take them out too. In fact, they will ragged trying to pick them all off? take them out. Also, just in case you didn’t know, a honking goose can heard for Sure, there are several things you can do miles on the still air of early morning and in the quiet of the night and in a built up here and while some are environmentally area this could cause problems with the neighbours and some councils don’t allow friendly, others are not so much and them for that reason. If you’re thinking of getting a couple of geese and you live if you have a good sized garden in town, have a chat with your local council to see where they stand on garden you’re probably launching daily variety geese. sorties to oust them completely from your patch.

If, however, you are in a rural setting that’s It can be exhausting but unless you’re happy for the little so-and-sos to eat all your produce before you can even get a nibble then you need to do something and if that something means you can leave it up to something else to clear out the enemy for you then you’d be crazy not to give it some serious consideration.

Below: Geese will happily clean up weeds and garden pests

Above: Geese are great in the orchard

So...have you considered geese? As a clean-up team through a garden or orchard geese are very thorough and can de-pest an area in no time as they happen to just love all those unwanted diners that just love your garden!

They have keen eyesight and rarely miss a tidbit no matter how well it disguises itself. Sure, chooks can do the same thing but unlike chooks, geese do not scratch things up and will happily eat out any new weeds and grasses that pop up where you don’t want them at the same time. They are fantastic in an orchard too as they will clean up any dropped fruit before it can attract flies and, speaking of flies, geese have been known to snap them up as well and they just love grasshoppers. Being grazers, they can also go a long way towards keeping the grass down if you have enough of them.

more conducive to running a few geese through your gardens it is suggested by those in the know that you don’t leave your flock in the vegie patch on a full time basis if you want to avoid any new plantings going missing. The trick is to let them in to roam around in there for part of the day and then take them out again.

Never let them live in the garden on a full time basis. That way they’ll go for all the obvious treats first before they start looking at what else is on the menu.

Geese can make good pets so long as you don’t let them get the upper hand with you in the dominance stakes. They are territorial and they can sometimes be aggressive but if you look after them properly and treat them well they can be really good company and quite amusing.

Their eggs are great for cooking too. Mainly though, they’ll eat out all the nasties in your garden and that’s about the best news yet!

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Maremma Sheepdogs: An environmentally friendly alternative for safeguarding your livestock Lisa Ashurst Although rare in Australia, the Maremma Sheepdog has been successfully protecting flocks in its native Italy from thieves and other marauding predators for 2000 years.

Dating back to the 13th century, the dogs originated from two regions of Central Italy; the Abruzzi where it is known as the Pastore Abruzzese and Maremma where it is called the Pastore Maremmano. Both types are almost identical to the dog that is now known as the Maremma Sheepdog.

The Maremma’s main function is to protect whatever ever it is that it has been set to guard and it will do so with “dogged” gged” determination. The breed has a natural protective instinct, ct, which is a typical trait of all guard dog breeds, but the Maremma takes it to a new level as, in the past, these dogs have been left to use their own initiative and therefore make their own decisions and as a result, developed a very strong independent streak which has been retained in the breed and is very evident in the dogs of today.

The Maremma is a massive sized dog with a noble bear-like head. It grows to a height of 60 to 73cm cm and weighs from 30 to 45 kilos and has a lifespan n of around 12 to 15 years. It has a thick white double coat which is weather resistant, water repellent and which remains surprisingly clean and tangle-free for most of the time. But the dog sheds its long white top coat twice yearly and at these times it requires regular brushing to prevent knots. It is alert, highly intelligent and because it is very independent, will tend to treat you as an equal al rather than “top dog” so it is important that owners ers calmly but firmly establish themselves as the pack leader.

This independence has been bred into them for a reason ason as they would often be left alone with their flocks and would have to be able to think for themselves and decide their own actions, so it shouldn’t be seen as a negative.

Initially used to guard flocks of sheep, the Maremma will also happily guard cattle, goats and poultry. Even a flock of penguins in Warnambool Victoria! In fact it will happily guard anything really and once bonded to its charges, it will protect them from everything from the usual stock predators like foxes and feral dogs to owls, hawks and eagles. It is an excellent choice

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for free-ranging herds. When being used to guard stock, training is mandatory and the Maremma must be introduced to the stock as a puppy, at around seven to eight weeks of age, to ensure that it will form a strong bond. Owners need to supervise the initial bonding to ensure the safety of the puppy and it is advised to use young animals from the herd to lessen the chance of the puppy being injured. Once bonded, the Maremma will prefer to spend its time with its flock and it can live outdoors quite happily.

The breed is very popular in the USA and Canada, as well as in its native Italy, where farming groups actively promote the use of the Maremma Sheepdog to not only keep livestock safe but provide a means of minimising conflict between also pr endangered predator species and landholders and enda it has proved to be an environmentally friendly method of allowing livestock to co-exist with m predatory animals on the endangered list. p Following news of its success overseas, the dog F is now being used in Australia and farmers have reported dramatic drops in stock losses as a result re of having a Maremma guarding their livestock herds. h The Maremma is a friendly, well-balanced breed T and makes make a great companion dog as well as a great working dog. It will form a strong bond with its owners, will be very loyal and friendly tto family members and will get on well with the other family pets. It will be cautious with strangers however and while it will like the o children in its own family, it should be supervised around visiting children. These c dogs are not aggressive by nature but will use their size and bark as a deterrent d when they feel the need. Because they are so intelligent, they do get bored very w easily if they don’t have a specific role in life and a quick walk around the block once ea or ttwice a day is not going to solve that problem if the dog has nothing else to do in between so, if you’re planning to get a Maremma for a family pet only, be prepared for betwe long walks along varied routes and introduce activities to keep his interest. good lo IIn the main, this breed is a working breed that takes its job very seriously and will become an invaluable member of the farm team.

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Monaro Native Tree Nursery Michael and Anne Platts, of Monaro Native Tree Nursery near Bombala have been propagating plants for almost 20 years in the Monaro region.

Situated at an elevation of more than 900 metres, their plants have the advantage of being frost hardened, as well as sourced and grown locally to provide robust tubestock and advanced plants suited for the local area.

In recent years interest in trees on farms has increased for many reasons including the benefits shelter has on livestock and pasture production, a

cline in concern for the decline on, remnant vegetation, e recognising the role trees have in sequestering carbon dioxide and people’s need to produce their own plantations forr cing woodlots and fencing material. e Platts work Michael and Anne stry closely with Landcare and farm forestry al organisations, as well as individual landholders to help achieve a successful outcome on farms.

Plants are grown in a variety of tubestock containers which makes planting projects achievable and affordable.

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was formed in 1897.

Breeding records from 1975 shows an upgrade In 1972 when the import bans were lifted, several program using Braunvieh semen over four crosses to European cattle breeds were introduced to world market Purebred and resulted in the first Purebred and among them were the Swiss Braunvieh.

Braunvieh being born in 1984. The The name Braunvieh means “brown cow” and first live cattle entered Australia the history of the breed can be traced back to from New Zealand in June Germany, Austria and Switzerland and they are 1989, with the first full-blood regarded as one of the oldest cattle breeds Swiss Braunvieh arriving in on the planet.

April 1990. Subsequent The Braunvieh is an attractive breed with the colour ranging from light grey to mid Tarentaise bull. brown with the bulls being darker than the females. Both however have a distinctive white muzzle and creamy-white furry ears and their gentle nature makes them very easy to handle and work with. They are renowned though for their beef, which is of a very high quality, being of a lower fat content, lower cholesterol and higher protein than that of other beef breeds.

Braunvieh beef contains a particular health promoting enzyme which puts it in high demand for health conscious consumers and is a particularly flavoursome and tender meat which has made it very popular in the world beef market.

According to early European monastery and government records, the Braunvieh have remained homogenous for nearly 1000 years with Tarentaise cow with calf. the earliest records found in the stock lists and agricultural ordinances of the monastic foundations of Einsiedein, Engelberg, Muri and St Gall importation of cattle, which date back to the 9th and 10th centuries and embryos or semen from their characteristics in form and productivity placed the Switzerland, Denmark, Braunvieh much in demand for export and barter among Canada, USA and Africa has the medieval alpine farmers of central Europe. expanded the breed here in The first Braunvieh breeding co-operative was founded Australia. in 1887 and the Swiss Braunvieh Breeders Association

The Tarentaise is another genetically pure and very old breed and is very rare worldwide but it has found special niches around the world in commercial grazing and calving and, like the Braunvieh, they are a very docile and attractive breed. Well muscled and of medium build, the Tarentaise has dark pigmentation around the eyes, nose, feet and udder which guards against such ailments as pinkeye, cancer eye and sunburn.

The Tarentaise are descended from the cattle of the Savoie region in the Tarentaise Valley in France where they were isolated from other breeds for many thousands of years. The cattle adapted to allow them to exist in high altitudes and they began to range and forage in very steep and rough terrain. The French use the breed solely for milk production in order to produce the distinctive flavoured Beaufort cheese but the breed is also known for its high quality beef thanks to the superior quality of the milk on which the calves feed. The milk from this breed is very high in protein and vitamins and has been developed over centuries of natural selection. It is what sustained the calves in that remote French valley over the centuries and is what “builds the beef” today, resulting in an exceptionally tender meat that’s full of flavour and the unique qualities of the milk is transferred to the consumer on consumption.

As a result of the exceptional quality of the beef, Braunvieh and Tarentaise stud bulls are in high demand. Calves may be born small but they wean off at very heavy weights and the Braunvieh is fast becoming known as the “carcass breed” as they are outperforming other breeds in carcass competitions and are identified with profit and performance within the beef industry.

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Readying horses for winter As the Monaro chill starts to creep across the region, horse owners need to prepare for yet another cold few months for their animals.

Lucky owners and their horses will have access to stables or some shelter to reduce some of the worst weather conditions.

For the rest of us, it’s a case of choosing the right rug or ensuring our horses’ health is good enough for them to survive winter unrugged.

Many horses appreciate the warmth of a rug, but don’t like having to wear one, so combos may not suit them. But, when the snow is falling or the frosts are registering minus nine or 10, some horses benefit from wearing a combo, which reduces the amount of body heat lost from the neck and head.

Rugs do need to be checked at least daily, however, and on sunny days when the wind isn’t

There are a few other things we need to do too.

Bot flies have been active in the last few weeks – although possibly not as active as in previous years.

Horse owners need to factor a drench, which includes a boticide, into their regime to deal with these parasites.

Bots are normally active until the first real frost, so saving this drench until after that is a good idea.

With so many drenches available these days, choosing the right one can be confusing, so check the active ingredients on those available so you can rotate them to avoid drench resistance.

For horses being turned out, a general health check before closing the paddock gate is recommended.

This includes checking feet (removing shoes and trimming feet can be good for hoof health), teeth (look for difficulty chewing, dropped feed, unusual salivation, etc) and general condition.

Some horses really can’t handle the coldest Monaro winters, so choosing the right rug and right feeding regime is important.

howling, taking them off for an hour or so gives your horse a chance to have a roll or a rub and can relieve any pressure the rug may be putting on withers or inside legs.

Feeding during winter depends on what other feed a horse has access to.

After the Monaro’s recent wet autumn and summer, there is plenty of feed about and in some cases too much feed, which means horses need to be locked up to avoid foundering – which means they will need supplementary feeding.

Older horses will also benefit from supplementary feeding, taking into account their condition of their teeth (and how many they have left).

Grazing might be difficult for some, but there are a number of different feeds available which meet the needs of older horses are are easier for them to chew and provide good nutrition for them.

Older horses would benefit from attention to their teeth and as the one saying goes - a rug is as good as a feed, so keep them warm.

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The main facts regarding the Braunvieh and the Tarentaise definitely tick all the boxes: • High feed conversion and daily weight gain • Superior tenderness and flavour • Low cholesterol, low fat and high protein meat • High protein, quality milk • Easy calving and high fertility • Adaptability and longevity The high quality beef from both these breeds can now be purchased in bulk from Melinda and Len Neist of “Kensary Park” which is situated in the Gippsland region of Victoria and is possibly the only Tarentaise stud herd in Australia. “Our specialty is that we supply our product in smaller bulk packs of 20 kilos because we have found these sizes to be more convenient for our customers” Melinda said “and we’ve recently introduced a 10 kilo

pack.” The meat packs are worked out on the ratio of prime cuts to cheaper cuts being equivalent to the ratio which occurs naturally in a whole beast and this works out at approximately a little over a quarter of prime steaks and barbecue steaks, the same again in roasts and casserole cuts and a little over one third mince and sausages. The 10 kilo packs sell for $13 per kilo and the 20 kilo comes in at $12 per kilo. The meat is prepared, labelled and packed for two on individual trays and is delivered frozen. Business is thriving and weekly deliveries are made everywhere from Gippsland to Cooma and then on to Canberra and Sydney.

Deliveries are also made to the coast and the Wollongong area. “When we need to outsource meat we only do so from others with the same breed who have acquired Braunvieh or Tarentaise bulls to put over their commercial herds and to ensure the integrity of our product we only deal with like minded farmers who can adhere to the same high standards and principles as we do ourselves.”

Melinda added.

“Kensary Park” cattle are free from hormones and chemicals and live a happy stress free existence and when the time comes to turn them into beef, they are moved in groups of two or three to a small local abattoir. They are never subjected to cramped, long distance travel in trucks full of distressed cattle that are not of their own herd nor are they subjected to crowded yards at noisy cattle sales or stressful feedlots. “We treat our cattle with care and respect” Melinda said “and we would never place them into situations like that.”

You can contact Melinda and Len on (03) 5185 1225 or email naturalbeef@kensarypark.com for more information on their herds or to place an order for their wonderfully healthy beef. They always have very reasonably priced stud animals for sale as well, as they are keen to promote and expand the Braunvieh and Tarentaise in Australia.

Beef beats the mid-week meal battle With school, sports and running around after the kids quickly filling the mid-week schedule, dishing up a delicious and healthy dinner can often be a challenge.

At least beef offers a speedy and satisfying solution that the whole family will love!

Being such a versatile base, beef can easily be prepared with a range of vegetables for a flavoursome family meal which is full of nutritious goodness for the kids.

From delicious rissoles, to fresh stirfries and succulent sausage pasta, beef will make any mid-week dinner dilemma all the more bearable. By saving leftovers for school lunchboxes the next day, you

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Mint, Lemon and Olive Rissoles Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 13 minutes Serves: 4

500g beef mince 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 tsp dried oregano ½ cup chopped mint ½ cup chopped kalamata olives Grated rind and juice from one lemon Place the beef mince and the remaining ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix lightly to combine.

Preheat oven to a moderate 180ºC.

Beef, Asparagus and Mushroom Stir

500g beef rump, trimmed of fat 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp oil 250g snow peas 1 bunch fresh asparagus, cut into 3cm lengths 100g oyster mushrooms 100g shiitake mushrooms 3 tbsp oyster sauce

Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves: 4

6 gourmet beef sausages (plain or flavoured) 500g tortigliono or spiral pasta 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 8 medium roma tomatoes, chopped 2 tsp sugar ½ cup basil leaves ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan Barbecue, grill or pan-fry sausages.

Place a large pot of water on to the boil.

Heat oil in a frypan, adding onion and cooking until soft and golden.

Place pasta in boiling water to cook.

Add the tomatoes and sugar to the frypan and cook until tomatoes are just softened.

Remove

Tip: Rissoles should always be thoroughly cooked, never served rare or pink. A good guide is to insert a skewer into the thickest part of the rissole and if it is ready to eat, the juices will be clear.

1 tbsp soy sauce adding oil where necessary.

2 tbsp blanched almonds (whole or Add the snow peas and asparagus and stir one minute. flaked), roasted Add the combined oyster and soy sauces and stir-fry to Rice to serve mix. Return the beef to the wok, tossing ingredients to combine.

Cut the beef across the grain into Transfer to serving plate and sprinkle with almonds. thin strips. Rub the brown sugar into the beef and add a little of the oil to the strips. Mix well. Once the wok is hot, stir of 250g at a time), reserving each cooked batch to rest in a warm bowl.

Reheat the wok between each batch,

Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Serves: 4

Beef Sausages with Tomato, Basil and Pasta

Take three tbsp’s of the mince mixture and shape into a rissole.

Repeat with the remaining mixture to make 12 small rissoles and then lightly brush or spray these with oil.

Preheat a pan to moderately-high.

Add the rissoles, lower the heat to moderate and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Turn them once only. Place the rissoles on an oven tray and cook in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until cooked through.

frypan cooking water from the pasta pot and set it aside.

Drain the pasta and then return to the pot, adding the sliced sausages, tomato mixture and a little of the reserved cooking water. Add basil leaves.

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Ladies campdraft school Lady riders who would like to learn more about Campdraft schools such as this give riders the campdrafting are invited to attend a campdraft experience and knowledge they need to turn themslves instruction weekend at Tubbull Campdraft Ground, at and their horses into responsive and effective Bribbaree, near Young, on May 28 and 29. competitors.

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Growing number of horses struck down by unusual illness Vets are concerned about the growing number of horses with unusual neurological signs in NSW, Victoria, and South Australia.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is advising horse owners to take precautions against mosquito borne disease.

“These cases are still under investigation, however they may result from a mosquito borne virus,” said AVA President, Dr Barry Smyth.

“Diseases associated with mosquitoes are very uncommon in normal years, but this past summer has been extremely unusual – due to floods and cyclones across much of the Eastern seaboard associated with the La Nina weather pattern.

“These weather patterns have created ideal conditions for the spread of mosquito borne disease. We have seen these clinical conditions in association with

mosquito borne diseases in the past.

“Clinical signs in horses may include depression and mild colic. They may also include the onset of nervous signs, including increased sensitivity to touch and sound, facial paralysis and difficulty chewing, exaggerated limb movement and weakness, and they might even lie down,” he said.

If a horse is exhibiting these clinical signs the owner should consult a veterinarian immediately.

Your vet should submit blood samples for testing and may need to submit follow- up blood samples at three days and again at seven weeks after the onset of clinical signs.

All of the horses tested by the NSW Department of Industry and Investment so far have been negative for Hendra virus.

There are a range of products available including fly

veils and registered chemical treatments to help protect horses from insect bites.

It is also advisable to take measures to reduce a horse’s exposure to mosquitoes.

Local veterinary surgeon George Timmins said he was unaware of any cases on the Monaro, but said it was not impossible, given the unusual season.

He said there had been a similar incidence in cattle in 1974 after an unusual season, where cattle around Braidwood had been affected.

Horse owners are advised to remain alert and respond to the advised symptoms.

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Safety first as farmers upgrade stock handling equipment Six per cent of all farm-related deaths and injuries between 2003 and 2006 involved cattle, sheep and horses.

Kondinin Group livestock researcher Fleur Muller, said many of these accidents were a result of run-down and unsafe stockyards.

“Poorly designed stockyards can not only result in more handling hours but also, more importantly, increase the risk of injury to both the handler and stock,” Mrs Muller said.

Building safer and as a result more productive stockyards is the topic of Kondinin Group’s latest Research Report.

“Many farmers are increasing their livestock numbers or going back into stock after a time out of the industry, and as a result are investing in upgrading their sheep and cattle infrastructure.”

“Stockyards are a large investment so it is important to ensure the design, site and materials are well researched and ultimately improve the working environment for both animals and operators.”

“A well-designed and built set of yards can pay for itself many times over if operator effort is reduced and stockflow is enhanced,” Mrs Muller said.

According to Kondinin Group’s stockyard Research Report carrying out a safety audit of existing yards can provide a valuable insight into what needs to be improved to increase safety.

“Identifying and repairing hazards is the first step in addressing the safety of existing stockyards,” Mrs Muller said.

“Simple procedures such as attending to protruding nails, bolts, wire, broken rails,

ensuring that gates swing freely, and that the crush and bailhead are in good working order, go a long way in protecting staff and livestock.”

“If safety is seriously compromised and modifications look to be quite extensive, existing yards may need to be rebuilt. This is an ideal opportunity to look at innovative designs that not only boost productivity, but help make animal handling safer and more humane.”

Knowing where to start can be quite overwhelming when planning a new stockyard as there are many factors to consider such as budget constraints, ability to handle current and future workloads, and the ability to cater for various stock handling operations.

The entire working environment including yard capacity, the slope of the site, floor surface, choice of building materials, gate latches, hand and knee rails and kick boards also need to meet Australian standards.

Mrs Muller recommends deciding on all the activities that need to be carried out in the yards and considering how they are best achieved.

“Make a complete list of all current and future operations that will be carried out such as receiving and holding, drafting, weighing, drenching, vaccination, ear tagging and pregnancy testing, loading, and unloading.”

Location, size and the choice of yard construction materials then need to be carefully considered. Whether the stockyard is manufactured from steel or timber will largely depend on availability, cost, ease of erection, access to labour and future maintenance.

Kondinin Group’s stockyard Research Report features yard designs, tips and techniques from sheep and cattle producers from across Australia.

New agriculture minister for NSW The NSW Coalition Government, led by Barry O’Farrell, has appointed the state’s first female agriculture minister.

Nationals MP for Burrinjuck, Katrina Hodgkinson, was sworn in as the Minister for Primary Industries at a ceremony at Government House in Sydney.

Ms Hodgkinson had been the Shadow Minister for Natural Resource Management.

The Department of Primary Industries has been reintroduced and the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water abolished, with its responsibilities now falling under the Department of Premier and Cabinet.

Maitland MP Robyn Parker, from the Liberal Party, is the new Minister for the Environment and Heritage.

Deputy Premier and Nationals Leader Andrew Stoner is the Minister for Trade and Investment and Minister for Regional Infrastructure and Services.

Terrigal MP, Liberal Chris Hartcher, is the new Minister for Resources and Energy and the Minister for the Central Coast, one of five regional ministers appointed.

The other four are Ballina MP Don Page, for North Coast, who was also named Minister for Local Government, Kevin Humphries for Western NSW, Greg Pearce for Illawarra and Mike Gallacher for the Hunter, who is also the new Minister for Police and Emergency Services.

Duncan Gay, who held the shadow portfolio for primary industries and energy, is the new Minister for Roads and Ports.

Liberal Brad Hazzard, the Member for Wakehurst, has been appointed the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure.

Opposition Leader John Robertson is expected to announce the Labor Shadow Cabinet this week.

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16 Controlling weeds on the Monaro Mintweed (Salvia Reflexa) Recently a local landholder brought to the attention of the Noxious Weed Management services an infestation of Mintweed in the area along Cooma Creek south of Cooma.

Mintweed is not a declared noxious weed in the Cooma Monaro Shire, however, due to its invasive nature as well as being potentially toxic to livestock, the Noxious Weeds Committee has supported efforts to contain this incursion. Funding for containment has been met through Southern Rivers Catchment Authority and labour to be provided from local Landcare groups. Noxious Weed Management Services will coordinate a control program to contain and prevent mintweed spreading into the waterways and adjoining properties.

There has been encouraging support from the surrounding landholders in identifying and controlling this outbreak. If you suspect or have seen Mintweed in your area please contact The Noxious Weeds Department ph 0264551941 Mintweed is an introduced species, originating in South Eastern USA and Mexico and thought to have arrived with stock feed during the 1902 drought. Mintweed is an erect summer-growing plant about 60cm in height with

bluish green lance shaped leaves growing in opposite pairs, flowers are pale blue ranging from 2-4 flowers in a cluster growing at intervals along spikes at the end of branches. This plant has a strong mint smell when crushed. This feature can be used to readily identify young plants.

Mintweed is an annual plant germinating during August to March, under good soil moisture conditions. Plants die off in late autumn and early winter.

It is very drought tolerant and rapidly invades overgrazed and badly managed pastures, particularly near sheep camps and watering points.

Mintweed competes with pasture plants and crops. The leaves contain a chemical which, when incorporated in soil, inhibits seed germination of other plants.

Stock grazing mintweed have sometimes suffered from nitrate poisoning, however, in most cases the stock that have died were in poor condition and recently introduced to the weed.

If you require further information, please contact Warren Schofield on (02) 6455 1943.

Sweet Briar (Rosa rubiginosa) Sweet Briar is a native of Europe. A member of the rose family, it was introduced into Australia by early settlers because of its attractive flowers and was used widely for hedging.

STATUS Sweet Briar is a Class 4 noxious weed in the Cooma-Monaro Shire. The growth and spread of this plant must be controlled according to the measures specified in a management plan published by Council.

HABITAT Sweet Briar prefers areas that receive between 500 and 900mm of annual rainfall.

It is common in grasslands, woodlands, rocky escarpments and riparian zones. The plants are able to tolerate low temperatures and hot/ dry spells once established. It does best where there is little disturbance from cultivation or grazing.

CHARACTERISTICS Stems are erect or arching, initially green to red, becoming woody with age, covered with sharp curved prickles. Leaves are divided with 5 or 7 leaflets and are usually hairy on the underside and aromatic when crushed. Flowers are 2 to 5 cm in diameter with 5 petals. Sweet Briar flowers are mostly a pinkish-white colour and fragrant, flowering occurs from spring to early summer. The fruits (hips) are about 2cm long, oval in shape and mature over summer and autumn at which time the colour of the fruit changes from red to orange. The roots of the briar rose are mostly a woody crown and suckering occurs freely from the crown.

PREVENTION Sweet Briar is commonly spread by birds and any plants found should be destroyed before setting seed to prevent further infestation.

Successful control of Sweet Briar is a management problem requiring removal of the weed by cultivation or chemical.

Continued vigilance on your property for new outbreaks is required to prevent the establishment of weeds. The key to controlling any weed population is to prevent the plants from reproducing and encouraging strong competition.

Biological Control – there are no insects or pathogens available as biological control agents for Sweet Briar in Australia.

If you require f u r t h e r information, please contact Roger Roach on (02) 6455 1942.

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6.00 Golf. (CC) US Masters. Second round.

Continued. From Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA. 9.30 K-9. (C, R, CC) 10.00 Hit List TV. (PG) 11.30 Landed Music. (PG, CC) 12.00 Ironman. Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. Day 1. From Kurrawa Beach, Gold Coast.

2.00 Football. (CC) AFL. Round 3. Western Bulldogs v Gold Coast Suns. From Etihad Stadium, Melbourne.

5.00 News. (CC) 5.30 Hook, Line And Sinker. (PG, CC) 6.00 Evening News. (CC) 6.30 Bondi Vet. (PG, R, CC) 7.00 The Oprah Winfrey Show. (PG, R, CC) 8.00 Football. (CC) AFL. Round 3. West Coast v Sydney. From Patersons Stadium, Perth.

11.00 Movie: White Noise. (M, 05) 12.50 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.00 Bayless Conley. (G) 4.30 It Is Written. (PG) 5.00 Landed Music. (PG, R, CC) 5.30 Golf. (CC) US Masters. Third round.

From Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA.

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Manly v Warringah. From Manly Oval.

Bowls. Australian Open. Women’s singles final. From Darebin, Melbourne.

Can We Help? (G, CC) Gardening Australia. (G, CC) News. (CC) Doc Martin. (PG, R, CC) News Update. (CC) Spooks. (M, CC) Pressure is on for rookie agent Beth to prove herself when she goes undercover to protect an influential oil baron from assassination.

A Quiet Word With Rhys Darby.

(PG, CC) Durham County. (M, R, CC) Rage. (M)

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Round 1. Clipsal 500. From Adelaide.

Home Improvement. (G, R, CC) Movie: Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen. (PG, 04, R, CC) What’s Up Down Under. (G, CC) Extraordinary Dogs. (G) Sydney Weekender. (G) News. (CC) Movie: Wild Child. (PG, 08, CC) Movie: Next. (M, 07, CC) A Las Vegas magician who can see into the future is pursued by FBI agents intent on using his abilities to prevent a nuclear terrorist attack.

Maneaters: Lions. (PG) The First 48: Hard Fall. (M, R) Louis Theroux And The Pornographers. (MA15+, R) Home Shopping. (G)

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Italian News.

Filipino News.

Spanish News.

Greek News.

French News.

Hindi News.

Arabic News.

Russian News.

Turkish News.

Peer Gynt.

The Chopin Préludes. (G, R) Accentus: Transcriptions. (G, R) Eating Art: Fully Baked. (G, R) PBS NewsHour. (CC) Prototype This! (G) World News Australia. (CC) Animal Monster Moves. (G, CC) Iron Chef. (G, CC) RocKwiz. (G, CC) Movie: The Spanish Apartment. (M, 02, R, CC) SOS. (M) Life’s A Zoo. (M, R) Drawn Together. (M, R, CC) WeatherWatch Overnight.

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6.00 Golf. (CC) US Masters. Third round.

Continued. From Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA. 9.00 Oz Made. (G) 10.00 Hit List TV. (PG) 12.00 Ironman. Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. Day 2. From Kurrawa Beach, Gold Coast.

2.00 Netball. ANZ C’ship. Round 9. Vixens v Thunderbirds. From Hisense Arena, Victoria.

4.00 Everybody Hates Chris. (PG, R) 4.30 Places We Go. (G) 5.00 News. (CC) 5.30 Jamie’s Thirty Minute Meals. (G) 6.00 Evening News. (CC) 6.30 The Biggest Loser. (PG, CC) 7.30 Modern Family. (PGs, R, CC) 8.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGl, CC) 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. (Mv, CC) 9.30 NCIS. (M, R, CC) 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv, R, CC) 11.30 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 2.

Malaysian Grand Prix. Race Day. Replay. From Sepang International Circuit, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

1.40 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.00 Golf. (CC) US Masters. Final round.

From Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA.

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Rage. (G) Children’s Programs.

Insiders. (CC) Inside Business. (CC) Offsiders. (CC) Asia Pacific Focus. (R, CC) Songs Of Praise. (G, R, CC) Landline. (CC) Planet Earth. (G, R, CC) Crime And Punishment. (Final, PG, R, CC) 3.00 Intangible Asset No 82. (G, CC) 4.30 Tuesday Book Club. (PG, R, CC) 5.00 Art Nation. (CC) 5.30 Mr Bean. (G, R) 5.45 Doctor Who. (PG, R, CC) 6.30 Chris Humfrey’s Wild Life. (G, CC) 7.00 News. (CC) 7.30 Human Planet. (PG, CC) 8.20 News Update. (CC) 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (Final, M, CC) 10.00 Compass. (G, CC) 10.30 The Street. (M, R, CC) 11.30 The Great Magazines. (PG, R, CC) 12.20 Movie: Second Chorus. (G, 40, R, CC) 1.45 Movie: Friends And Lovers. (PG, 31, R, CC) 2.55 Movie: San Quentin. (b&w, PG, 46, R) 4.00 Art Nation. (R, CC) 4.30 The Cook. (G, R, CC) 5.00 In The Air. (G, R, CC) 5.30 The New Inventors. (G, R, CC)

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Garner Ted Armstrong. (G) Life Today With James Robison. (G) Weekend Sunrise. (CC) The Amazing Race. (PG, R, CC) Movie: The Sandlot: Heading Home. (PG, 07, R) Football. AFL. Round 3. Melbourne v Brisbane Lions. From the MCG. Australia Smashes Guinness World Records. (PG, R) Three In A Bed. (PG) Drive-Thru Australia. (G) News. (CC) Sunday Night. (CC) Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, CC) The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, CC) Bones. (M, R, CC) Castle. (M, CC) Serial Killers: Monster Of Belgium.

(M, R) Suburban Secrets: Rob Andrews Murder. (M, R) Football. AFL. Round 3. Geelong v Port Adelaide. From Skilled Stadium, Victoria.

Home Shopping. (G) Early News. (CC)

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Go, Diego! Go! (G) Dora The Explorer. (G) Weekend Today. (CC) Wide World Of Sports. (G, CC) The NRL Sunday Footy Show. (G) The Sunday Roast. (PG) Stormworld. (C, R, CC) Pyramid. (C, R, CC) Wildfire. (PG) The Farmer Wants A Wife: Reunion.

(PG, R, CC) Rugby League. NRL. Round 5. Illawarra Dragons v Bulldogs. From the SCG. News. (CC) A Current Affair: Sunday. (CC) Customs. (PG, CC) 60 Minutes. (CC) The Mentalist. (M, CC) Harry’s Law. (M, CC) CSI: Miami. (M, R, CC) The Guardian. (M) Rugby League. Super League. Round 9. Giants v Wolves. From Galpharm Stadium, Huddersfield, England.

WIN Presents. (R) Spyforce. (PG, R) Danoz Direct. (G) GMA: Sunday Edition. (CC) Early Morning News. (CC) Today. (CC)

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WeatherWatch & Music.

Mandarin News Australia. (R, CC) WorldWatch.

Portuguese News.

Urdu News.

Maltese News.

UEFA Europa League Highlights.

Soccer. UEFA Champions League.

Match highlights.

UEFA Champions League Magazine.

Speedweek.

Feast India. (G, R, CC) Two Of Us. (PG, R, CC) Earthquake. (PG, R, CC) Little Mosque On The Prairie. (G, R) Living Black. (CC) Cycling Central.

Thalassa. (G, CC) World News Australia. (CC) A History Of Scotland. (PG, R, CC) Dateline. (CC) Cutting Edge: The War You Don’t See. (CC) Cycling. (CC) UCI World Tour. ParisRoubaix. From France.

WeatherWatch Overnight.

WeatherWatch & Music.

Korean News.

Japanese News.

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6.00 Golf. (CC) US Masters. Final round.

Continued. From Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia, USA. 9.00 News. (CC) 10.00 The Circle. (PG, CC) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG, CC) 1.00 The Oprah Winfrey Show. (PG, CC) 2.00 Ready Steady Cook. (PG, R, CC) 3.00 Judge Judy. (G, CC) 3.30 Infomercials. (PG, R, CC) 4.00 Good Chef Bad Chef. (G, CC) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (G, CC) 5.00 News. (CC) 6.30 6.30 With George Negus. (CC) 7.00 The 7PM Project. (PG, CC) 7.30 The Biggest Loser: Best Transformations. (PG, CC) 8.30 House. (M, CC) 9.30 Good News Week. (M, CC) Guests including Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Greg Proops, Maria Bamford and Stephen K. Amos engage in a satirical look at the week’s news. Hosted by Paul McDermott.

10.30 6.30 With George Negus. (R, CC) 11.00 News/Sports Tonight. (CC) 11.30 David Letterman. (PG) 12.30 Ally McBeal. (M) 1.30 Infomercials. (PG, R) 4.00 Religious Programs.

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Landline. (R, CC) Midday Report. (CC) Monarch Of The Glen. (PG, R, CC) Cheese Slices. (G, R, CC) Darling Buds Of May. (PG, R, CC) Children’s Programs.

Grand Designs Revisited. (G, R, CC) Minuscule. (G, R) News. (CC) 7.30. (CC) Australian Story. (CC) Four Corners. (CC) Media Watch. (CC) Q&A. (CC) Lateline. (CC) Lateline Business. (R, CC) Blue Murder. (M, R, CC) The Clinic. (PG, CC) Movie: Ill Met By Moonlight. (b&w, G, 57, R, CC) Bowls. Australian Open. Women’s singles final. Replay. From Darebin, Melbourne.

Travel Oz. (G, R, CC) The Cook And The Chef. (G, R, CC) Something In The Air. (G, R, CC) The New Inventors. (G, R, CC)

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Go, Diego! Go! (G) Dora The Explorer. (G) Weekend Today: Saturday. (CC) Saturday Kerri-Anne. (G, CC) Kids’ WB. (G) Ben 10: Ultimate Alien. (G) Scooby-Doo. (G) Dennis & Gnasher. (C, R, CC) GASP! (C, CC) G2G: Got To Go. (C, R, CC) The Saddle Club. (C, R, CC) Horse Racing. Sydney Carnival.

Australian Derby Day. Featuring the Group 1 Australian Derby (2400m), the Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes (1200m) Fishing Australia. (G, R) News. (CC) Discover Downunder. (G) News. (CC) Funniest Home Videos. (PG, CC) Movie: Happy Feet. (G, 06, R, CC) Movie: He’s Just Not That Into You. (M, 09, R, CC) Movie: Suspect Zero. (AV15+, 04, R) Movie: The Elizabeth Smart Story.

(PG, 03, R) Danoz Direct. (G) Newstyle Direct. (G) Creflo A Dollar. (PG) Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (G, R)

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Sunrise. (CC) The Morning Show. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Movie: Abandoned And Deceived.

(PG, 95) Dr Oz. (PG) Medical Emergency. (PG, R, CC) Larry The Lawnmower. (P, R, CC) It’s Academic. (C, CC) News At 4.30. (CC) Deal Or No Deal. (G, CC) News. (CC) Today Tonight. (CC) Home And Away. (PG, CC) My Kitchen Rules. (PG, CC) In the first semi-final, two teams must cook their best three-course meal for guest judges Guy Grossi, Tobie Puttock, Liz Egan and Karen Martini.

Conviction Kitchen. (Final, PG, CC) The restaurant is packed with family and friends who are out to celebrate the trainees’ success.

Brothers & Sisters. (M, CC) My Shocking Story: Octopus Man. (PG, R) The First 48: Bad Call/Ricochet. (M) Parks And Recreation. (M, R) Home Shopping. (G) Early News. (CC)

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Today. (CC) Kerri-Anne. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Alive And Cooking. (G, R) The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG, CC) The View. (PG, CC) Days Of Our Lives. (PG, CC) Entertainment Tonight. (CC) Magical Tales. (P, CC) Kitchen Whiz. (C, CC) News. (CC) Hot Seat. (G, CC) News. (CC) WIN News. (CC) A Current Affair. (CC) Two And A Half Men. (PG, R, CC) The Million Dollar Drop. (PG, CC) CSI: Miami. (M, CC) Crime Investigation Australia.

(M, R, CC) ’Til Death. (PG, R) Super Rugby Extra Time.

Rugby League. Super League. Round 9. Rovers v Rhinos. Highlights. From Craven Park Stadium, Hull, England.

Matlock Police. (M, R) Danoz Direct. (G) Good Morning America. (CC) Early Morning News. (CC) Today. (CC)

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Big Ideas. (CC) Midday Report. (CC) Time Team. (G, R, CC) Meerkat Manor. (G, R, CC) Darling Buds Of May. (PG, R, CC) Children’s Programs.

Grand Designs Revisited. (G, R, CC) Minuscule. (G, R) News. (CC) 7.30. (CC) Foreign Correspondent. (CC) The Long Goodbye. (M, CC) QI. (Ms, CC) Artscape: Middle Of The World – Eddie Perfect. (M, CC) Lateline. (CC) Lateline Business. (R, CC) Four Corners. (R, CC) Media Watch. (R, CC) Movie: The Mad Bomber. (b&w, M, 73, R, CC) Talking Stick: Facing Our Future. (G, R, CC) Big Ideas. (R, CC) Talking Heads. (G, R, CC) The Cook And The Chef. (G, R, CC) Something In The Air. (G, R, CC) The New Inventors. (G, R, CC)

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Sunrise. (CC) The Morning Show. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Movie: Wild Hearts. (PG, 06, R) Dr Oz. (PG) Medical Emergency. (PG, R, CC) Larry The Lawnmower. (P, R, CC) It’s Academic. (C, CC) News At 4.30. (CC) Deal Or No Deal. (G, CC) News. (CC) Today Tonight. (CC) Home And Away. (PG, CC) My Kitchen Rules. (PG, CC) Winners & Losers. (PG, CC) Launching their new business, Zach and Frances organise a marquee for race day. However, some nasty advice from one of Zach’s former female colleagues leaves Frances wondering if her new partner can be trusted. A coincidental meeting reignites a painful memory for Sophie.

Parenthood. (PG, CC) Cougar Town. (M, CC) Keeping Up With The Kardashians.

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New govt welcome Landmark weaner sale grosses $1.34m team.

“The political landscape of NSW has changed, but the role of farmers remains the same,” Mr Armstrong said.

“We anticipate working with the new Government to introduce policies that will create conditions for farming in this State to flourish,” Mr Armstrong said.

49th ANNUAL CALF SALE THURSDAY, 14th APRIL 2011 COOMA SALEYARDS Entries are now being received for this Feature Monaro Sale. Elders at Adelong and Tumut will have their feature weaner sale the day before which will attract buyers for 2 days from far and wide.

Call Rob or Tim for an on farm inspection.

Please book early to allow for detailed advertising.

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The first of the season’s annual calf/weaner sales was held at Cooma saleyards on March 30.

Landmarks Cooma’s annual sale saw 1825 head yarded for a total clearance and a sale average of $735.

There were 87 registered buyers who compete for a top quality yarding of vendor bred cattle.

Buyers attended from Wagga, Leongatha, Albury, Wangaratta, Geelong, Trangie, Gundagai, Tumut, Braidwood, Bega, South Australia along with strong local competition.

Butchers were active on all killable stock.

Quotations Yearling steers Shane O’Neill to $1070; Rex & Colleen Weston to $960; Gowenbrae to $930 Steer calves Lisa Phillips & Dick Walker to $860; Rob, Lyn & James Hain to $830; Viv & Marilyn Minell to $835; Peter and Margie Bright to $770; Tom & Matthew Burke to $780; Reg McGufficke to $770; Ted & Elen Hopkins to $750.

Yearling heifers Brookfield Park $900; Mark Cottle $830.

Results Yearling steers 12-14 months topped at $1070; Steer calves 1012 months topped at $910; Steer calves nine montsh topped at $860; Yearling heifers 12-14 months to $900; Heifer calves 10-12 months to $780; Heifers calves to nine months to $740.

Heifer calves Lisa Phillips & Dick Walker $760; Dean & Louise Lynch $740; Trevor & Judy Thompson $735; Reg McGufficke $735.

Truss claims farmers abandoned “As of today (April 1) hundreds of drought and flood-affected farm families across NSW, Victoria and South Australia are stranded – cut off from basic Centrelink payments, demonstrating the callous disregard of the Gillard Government,” Leader of The Nationals Warren Truss lamented.

“This government’s bloody-minded refusal to extend Exceptional Circumstances (EC) assistance for families hit by 10 years of drought and then, in a bitter irony, have their recovery swept away by some of the biggest floods in living memory, is a betrayal of the basest kind.

“Only a matter of weeks ago, at the height of the flood crisis, the Prime Minister was effusive about her government’s commitment to doing whatever is necessary to help victims.

Today, the cameras have gone and so has the PM’s pledge.

“It’s important to remember what EC provides. It is the same as Newstart Allowance, provided through Centrelink, to put food on the table and pay a few bills. It also provides an interest rate subsidy for some farm debts.

“The absolute least this government could do for farm families who have endured so much over such a long time is extend EC assistance for another 12 months.

“Farmers, their families and the communities that rely on them continue to suffer extreme financial and emotional hardship. Many are

not eligible for flood relief. But even for those who are, low interest loans alone will not be enough to get people and farms through the weeks and months ahead.

“Drought hurts farm incomes through loss of production, but floods have the extra hit of major on-farm infrastructure damage, which requires significant capital investment to repair.

“Loss of farm production and the local economic turnover it creates is already hitting regional towns. Failing to extend EC is not only a cold-hearted rejection of the plight of affected families, but a severely myopic in terms of the economic impact and challenges ahead.

“Right now these forgotten families are wondering where to turn, abandoned by a government that has turned its back on them.”

A further three regions in NSW and Victoria will see their EC assistance run out on April 30. These include: NSW • Cooma-Bombala-ACT (Adaminaby, Berridale, Bombala, Cooma, Delegate, Nimmitabel and Tharwa); and • Bega Valley (Bega, Bemboka, Bermagui, Candelo, Cobargo, Eden, Merimbula and Tathra).

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The NSW Farmers’ Association has congratulated the NSW Liberal-National Coalition on their State Election victory.

NSW Farmers’ Association President Charles Armstrong is looking forward to working with incoming Premier Barry O’Farrell and the new leadership

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Winter Fire Safety Tips • To test an electric blanket lay it flat on top of the bed, then switch it on for five minutes before putting it on the bed for use to confirm it is okay.

• Use only authorised installers of fixed heating appliances.

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FACT Smoke from a home fire is toxic, only early warning can assist in giving your family vital time to escape a smoke filled room.

Also, when asleep you will not smell the smoke from a fire and the smoke will actually put you into a deeper sleep. A smoke alarm can provide the early warning you need and is the critical first step in your home fire safety plan.

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SMOKE ALARM SAFETY TIPS WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF • Remember that smoke from a fire DOMESTIC SMOKE ALARMS will make you confused and that you cannot AVAILABLE? There are hard wired (connected to mains power with a see in smoke • If you have escaped from a home battery back-up) or battery powered smoke alarms available.

There are models available for use in kitchens and caravans fire, remember once you get out stay out and for those with special needs such as the hearing impaired. and dial 000 • Let your children master fire Models incorporating an emergency light are also available. escape planning and practice before Whatever type you choose to use we recommend that: • Every house or home unit has a suitable number of holding a fire escape drill • If a family member has hearing working smoke alarms installed.

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24 Hour Emergency Flood Relief 02 6452 7648 0402 205 987 Ph/Fax: Email: magiclean@optusnet.com.au Drillers

PO Box 661 Cooma NSW 2630

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Dog Training Classes for all ages.

Puppy Classes Junior Classes Advanced and Agility Classes Behavioural Consultations Socialisation Group

Phone: 6452 3835 or 0414 670 181 www.paws4training.com.au

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PH: 6454 1142 MOB: 0427 270 492

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Insurance

Tyres

Funeral Services

THE NEW

JUST TYRES COOMA

43 Denison St Cooma NSW 2630 Phone (02) 6452 2094, Mobile 0412 650 144 allensfunerals@snowy.net.au Alan & Catherine Dodd

Relax. Our flood cover is automatic.

Unlike most insurers, GIO Home and Contents Insurance gives you automatic cover for flood damage, including flash floods, storms and rising rivers, as well as flooding from dishwashers and hot water systems, burst pipes, tsunamis and more.

Visit your local GIO Agent at 51 Vale Street, Cooma NSW 2630 or call 6452 3474.

FOR ALL YOUR TYRE NEEDS CONTACT JUST TYRES ON 6452 1411

Providing a professional and understanding service

With convenience of arrangements In your home or at our premises 24 hours 7 Days FDA Assurance of Quality

54 Bombala St, Cooma

Catherina Evans is an Authorised Representative of GIO General Limited/Ltd ABN 22 002 861 583 AFS Licence No 229873, the issuer of these products. High tides and rising sea levels are not covered. Other conditions and exclusions also apply.

Approved applicants only. Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement before making any decisions regarding any of our Home and Contents Insurance products. Contact GIO on 13 10 10 for a copy.

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LIGHTNINGSTRIKES TREE SURGERY Dean Hooper

EQUIPMENT HIRE FOR THE TRADESMEN, BUILDER, HANDYMAN & WOMEN

Firewood Supply Service

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Ph: 6454 6044

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Buy it by the Bag, ute/trailer, or save and buy bulk Cubic m³, pick up or delivery available.

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www.coomamusic.com.au Ph: (02) 6452 6067

Phone Brad 6452 1634 or 0417 407 049

Service

0457 850 300 Music Lessons

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Students stage Australian premiere Last week, Monaro High School, as part of the National Theatre (London) Connections Program, staged the Australian premiere of English playwright, Molly Davies’, “Shooting Truth”.

The school was one of only three groups in Australia selected to participate in the program with the other groups being the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) and the NSW Schools State Drama Company.

Simultaneously, schools and theatre groups right across the United Kingdom also presented “Shooting Truth” or one of nine other new plays.

Head Teacher of English and Drama, Ian Greig, travelled to London last year to participate in workshops at the National Theatre on the play.

The other drama classes at the school complemented from Bombala silenced the audience with her bitter the evening by performing other short plays on alternating characterisation of Sal, and whoever knew that Chris nights.

Gardiner could play such a credible old woman?

One of these was the year 10 performance of Rob John’s The cast as a whole showed sheer skill and exceptional “Living with Lady Macbeth”, directed by drama teacher, ensemble work that I’m sure Molly Davies would be very Holly Menchin. The whole cast produced a cohesive and satisfied with. entertaining performance with Elle Walters as Lily Morgan The direction provided by Ian Greig was astounding, carrying most of the play, and skilfully transitioning in and with the audience on both sides of the traverse stage out of Shakespearean language. fully emersed throughout the whole performance. The Louisa Wall who played Lily’s mother was everyone’s swapping of eras and the eventual colliding of the two was favourite character with her comedic comments on the mastered with true dexterity. side and her hilarious ocker accent.

Monaro High School was extremely privileged to be able After interval, “Shooting Truth”, the play the audience had to participate in such a program. It was evident why they all been waiting for, lit up the stage. The number of weeks were chosen, with such talent displayed by all. spent in rehearsal evidently paid off with all three performances being a success.

The audience’s attention was captured immediately as the highly intelligent yet socially awkward Alice played by Dara Smith, entered the stage. All was calm until the self-obsessed, melodramatic Leanne – Miranda Evans – made her grand entrance.

The combination of s &ROM PARCELS TO PALLETS s 3TORAGE s $ISTRIBUTION fishnet stockings s &ULL TRUCK LOADS s !LSO )NTERSTATE (AULAGE and the sexually connotative groans s &URNITURE &REIGHTERS s $EPOT TO $EPOT supposedly indicating a ‘loss of breath’ had the Email: monft@snowy.net.au Pictured; the cast of “Shooting Truth” prior to their performance last audience, especially Thursday evening.

Ph: 6452 2412 Polo Flat Rd, Fax: 6452 1537 myself, in hysterics.

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WE MOVE IT

SYDNEY ↔ COOMA CANBERRA ↔ COOMA MELBOURNE ↔ COOMA

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· Amanda Rook: Sales · Chrissy Humphreys: Property Manager · Kelly Bertossi: Sales/Administration · Caroline Lynch: Property Management

A new location and a new fresh approach to property management and sales.

Shop 3 Centennial Plaza, Cooma Ph: 6452 4043 Painting Services

Lloyd Campbell

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• Domestic and Commercial • Interior and Exterior • New work and repaints

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Lloyd Campbell Painting SERVICES ALSO PO Box 1440 Cooma AVAILABLE Phone: 6452 3494 Mobile: 0413357423 Email: lloydandsara@bigpond.com

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»»BUSINESS OF THE WEEK«« ELGAS Cooma and Snowy Mountains Ph: 131 161

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Elgas operates tankers out of both Cooma and Jindabyne depots, the tankers service the requirements of both bulk and domestic Easygas customers. Ron Goggin, Paul Rowson and Adrian Studley are highly experienced operators who are well known in their patches.

The cylinder delivery driver Stumpy Wallis, a man with a ready smile, is charged with the responsibility of delivering LPGas cylinders for new installations, exchange and swap and go customers.

If you are after technical expertise, Alan Kelly with over 35 years experience has a wealth ready knowledge. And in the Cooma office Carol Robinson is tasked with fulfilling customer and appliance sales inquiries. Tim Corkill, the manager, has the enjoyable task of directing operations.

To assist with providing the best quality local service, Elgas also has local cylinder exchange and appliance sales agents based in Cooma, Jindabyne, Berridale, Dalgety, Nimmitabel and Delegate.

And if you are after gas appliance sales you can contact 131161 to get the latest catalogue and advice.

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If you are interested in advertising in this space, please contact Tracy on 6452 0313 or Narelle on 6452 0316

SELF STORAGE SHEDS AVAILABLE • • • • •

various shed sizes available very reasonable rates fully secured premises long or short term rental Packing boxes, plastic sheets and wraps now available for all your packing requirements

For enquiries phone Cathy: Mob 0417 274 010 • A/H 6452 1511 • 1 Airstrip Rd, Polo Flat EFTPOS & CREDIT CARD FACILITIES AVAILABLE

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POLO FLAT ? Claire’s Carousel Wednesday April 6, 2011

When it comes to clean, efficient energy... you can’t beat

Suppliers of bulk and cylinder LP gas for commercial or domestic applications servicing the Monaro and the Snowy Mountains

Phone: 131 161 For appliance sales Jindabyne Plumbing Supplies Lot 23 Baggs Rd Leesville, Jindabyne 6456 1842

www.elgas.com.au For appliance sales Cooma Plumbing Supplies Cnr Commissioner & Bradley Sts, Cooma 6452 2559

1 Kaiser Street, Polo Flat

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Everybody Needs a Shed!!!

Carports, Garages, Homes, Farm and Industrial Sheds.

Wool Marketing - Not just wool selling

Wool Buyers & Wool Brokers Office & Wool Store

Proud builder of Kitome Distributor of Bushmans Tanks

9 Polo Flat Rd Cooma Ph: 6452 7540 Mob: 0407 362 307

Authorised Distributor

54-56 Polo Flat Road, Cooma NSW 2630 Phone: 6452 4494 Fax: 6452 4464 or Ben: 0428 445 064

Bombala Woolstore Cnr Forbes & Badgery Street, Bombala NSW 2630 Fridays 9am - 5pm

Phone: 6458 3720 Robert Kerrison

www.snowysheds.com.au

SOUTHERN SERVICE CENTRE

MTA • LMD 12556

Specialising in Farm Machinery - Sales & Services Gregory Abraham

Welcome, readers, to Claire’s Carousel where I invite you to join me as I explore some of the social events and community happenings in our region.

If you would like to tell me of your special outings or have community events coming up please phone me on 6452 3137, mobile 0434 352 992 or email spray5@optusnet.com.au

caring for people with mental health issues - sometimes you need support and guidance.

Help is not far away- please phone Cherie Adams on 69623099 if you need assistance.

This invitation is issued on behalf of the Southern NSW Local Health Network.

ENJOYABLE HOLIDAY Elaine Passfield-Moore, well known artist in this area recently enjoyed two weeks visiting Surfers Paradise and the surrounding coastline.

She met up with her brother who was down from New Guinea and spent a memorable day together, visited a local Art Gallery and for the first time had lunch at the Revolving Restaurant at Broadbeach which has a panoramic views of the Gold Coast. I believe it is called The Revolving Restaurant and from all reports the food is out of this world.

Elaine Dip B.T. was having a rest before she opens her beauty salon “Cheumiere De Jardin” (Cottage Garden) appointments are essential 6452 4563 or 0407 982 841. She is specialising in Waterlily products which are pure, active and botanical and rich in aromatic oils. The salon is now in full swing.

These products fit in well with the delightful scenery surrounding her salon and décor of which the salon is truly beautiful.

BUS TRIP VERY SUCCESSFUL Cooma CWA’s bus trip to Bowral last week was very successful and a happy time was enjoyed by the 24 ladies that took advantage of the trip.

Barbara Scanes, Vicky Lynch, Mona Rouse were among the group and many were able to buy their wool purchases from Wool Addicitions and My Place both having an extensive range of wool.

The group enjoyed lunch at different venues. All remarked how cold it was but that didnt interfere with the enjoyable time they had!

A long day out leaving at 6.45am and returning at 6.30pm.

8O YEARS YOUNG Dave Holgate, one of the hard working volunteeers of this area and a Rotarian of many years, recently celebrated his 80 years!

When are you going to slow down Dave? Dave is seen round town doing those odd volunteering jobs, gardening, painting, repairing etc. He even managed to get his pilot’s licence recently!

Dave celebrated with his family at Cooma Motor Lodge and received messages and congratulations calls from his many friends.

Many happy returns of the day Dave.

ANIAME

CALLING ALL CARERS Being a carer is not easy when

Proprietor 40 Polo Flat Road Cooma, NSW 2630

Ph: 02 6452 1605 Fax: 02 6452 3485 ssc@snowy.net.au

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General Road Freight Service

Specialising in Baked Enamel Finishes

COVERING

Windscreens Fitted

Polo Flat Rd, Cooma NSW 2630 Ph: (02) 6452 2412 Fax: (02) 6452 1537

Ph 6452 1568 Fax 6452 2307 Carlaminda Rd, Cooma

HIGH COUNTRY TRUSS & FRAMES COMPUTERISED DESIGN

41 Holland Rd, Polo Flat PO Box 46 Cooma 2630

Homes, Cottages, Sheds and Extensions 17 Thiess Ave, Polo Flat Cooma 2630 Ph: 6452 1736 Fax: 6452 1737 david@nortonsbuilding.com.au

P: 02 6452 3360 F: 02 6452 3422 M: 0428 360 637 E: summit@snowy.net.au T2

REMINDER Readers please don’t forget the afternoon of fun, fashion and dance next Saturday at the Ex-Services Club as previously advertised.

An extra special treat is The Hungarian Dancers coming down from Canberra.

Tickets are available at the Fabric Salon.

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PLEASE MARK IN YOUR DIARY On Saturday afternoon April 30 a variety concert at the Anglican Church Hall Cooma being organised by Nella Bacon will feature violin, piano, singing, viola and cello.

This is a fundraiser for the Christchurch Appeal and all are welcome. Tickets are $15 adults and $5 children. A 2pm start.

Musical artist Catriona Henderson who grew up in Cooma will take part and will play the harp and bagpipes.

She recently has spent time in Scotland.

Please contact Simon Allen for more details, Snowy Mountains Arts Council.

(SMAC).

assisting animal conservation Mogo Zoo is situated in the picturesque historic gold mining village of Mogo, 10 kilometres south of Batemans Bay. Providing world standard facilities for over 200 animals of more than 40 rare and exotic species, Mogo Zoo is committed to the conservation of endangered species and is extensively involved in various Global Breeding Programs.

Recent breeding success has resulted in several births including the Rothschild Giraffe, Sumatran Tiger, Silvery Gibbon, Cotton-Top Tamarin, Golden-Lion Tamarin, Siamang, Pygmy Marmoset and Red Panda.

Mogo Zoo exhibits an extraordinary menagerie of animals, including the majestic White Lion, Chimpanzee, Scimitar Oryx, Emperor Tamarin, African Serval, Meerkat, Nepalese Red Panda, Lar Gibbon, Golden-Lion Tamarin, Ring-tailed Lemur, Brazilian Tapir, Sumatran Tiger, Oriental SmallClawed Otter, Snow Leopard and Zebra. Additionally, the Zoo boasts the largest collection of primates in any private Zoo in Australia.

At Mogo Zoo you will be intrigued by close encounters with an array of endangered and exotic animals from around the globe – a truly unique experience!

The keeper talks and feeding

sessions are educational and provide visitors with an insight into the natural behaviours of the animals.

Mogo Zoo features beautiful picnic grounds set in luscious wildlife surrounds, barbeque facilities situated just metres from the exhibits, café and gift shop.

It is Mogo Zoo’s aim to involve and to educate the public at large and offer its visitors an intimate, educational Zoo experience.

Discover the meaning of up close and personal with Mogo Zoo’s amazing animal experiences. Meet a mob of Meerkats as they clamber and climb all over you. Come face-to-face with African Servals or hand-feed a Tiger – if you dare! Or perhaps you’d like to encounter all of these experiences and be a keeper for the day.

Visit this world-renowned Zoo and experience the difference!

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Casual labourer required If you are a motivated person and not afraid of hard work, please phone Donna 0428 484 106.

EXPERIENCED DRIVER WANTED Class MR Licence required Phone: 0408 484 166 Ken Rees Transport

HVAC Installer Duties: To assist tradesmen with the installation of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems.

Essential Criteria: Previous experience in the building/construction industry. OH&S Construction Induction Certificate. Current drivers licence.

Desirable: Background in electrical or gas trades.

Ability to work independently. Good customer relationship skills.

Monaro Crisis Accommodation Service Inc Caseworker – 35 hours a week

Pollution complaints line

Descendants of William & Esther Stewart

Monaro Crisis Accommodation Service is a community based organization that provides support and accommodation to individuals over 16 years, couples and families who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness in the Monaro region.

24 HOUR PHONE 6452 1140 Carlaminda Road, Cooma 2630

Saturday 9 April 2011

We are currently seeking a Caseworker with appropriate qualification, experience and a knowledge and understanding of the issues relating to homelessness.

From Tuesday The 29th of March we will be at 51 Vale Street.

Old Hollywood Studio Building.

Come and See Catherina and Belinda in their new Office.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Industry Award 2010, salary sacrifice is available. Positions are subject to a Working with Children check and a satisfactory probationary period.

Application packages are available by contacting (02) 6452 6174. Confidential applications addressing the selection criteria will be received until Wednesday 27/4/11.

For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Corby’s Heating & Cooling on 6452 7603 or email admin@corbys.com.au

Positions available for part-time and weekend shop assistants for a new Bakery opening April in Cooma.

To apply call 0423677094 or email resume to watsonsbakery@gmail.com

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE POLL DORSET RAMS 1 ½ YRS OLD $550 INCL GST Some older Border Leicester rams.

Contact Richard Wallace 64566725

CLEARANCE SALE PROPERTY CLEARANCE SALE

8 Barnes St, Dalgety NSW 2628 SATURDAY 9th April 2011 @ 12pm Account: Kevin McMahon Household items: cabinets, wardrobes, chairs, tables etc. sundries / misc: model aircraft collection, figurines, workshop tools, Antiques: miners lounge, gramophone, washstand, including 1953 FJ Holden Ute 1 owner, registered, original condition.

Terms: Bidding card system registration ID required, cash / approved chq. Pickup on day.

Further information & photos nickkirshner.com.au P (02) 64566783 M 0416 287829 E nick@nickkirshner.com.au

The Monaro Post

We’re local, supporting locals.

Keeping the local dollar here!

Stewart Re-union Reminder

Property Officer We are southern NSW’s largest Real Estate Group, with five offices from the coast to the mountains.

We’re looking for a dynamic person who thrives on a challenge and will help grow the business. A problem-solver, you will need to be assertive, able to multi-skill and have excellent customer service, administrative and computer skills.

This position involves managing rental properties and reception 4 hours a day and relieving full-time during staff holidays. Certificate of Registration preferred or willingness to undertake training.

Applications should be emailed to jo.thorpe@fnfc.com.au.

FUNERAL NOTICE

BATES, Raymond John Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 30th 2011 at Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre formerly of Walker St, Bredbo.

Aged 85 years.

Dearly loved husband of Irene.

Father of Yvonne, Dianne (DEC), Rodney, Cheryl and Sharon. Adored Pop to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The funeral service for the late RAYMOND JOHN BATES was held at the St Bartholomews Anglican Church, Bredbo, on Saturday April 2nd 2011.

After which the interment took place in the Bredbo cemetery.

Allens Funerals Cooma Alan & Catherine Dodd Directors Family Owned & Operated FDA - 02 6452 2094

Numeralla Hall from 10.00 am Bring your own refreshments.

GIO is Moving

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Found in Rockmans Store, Cooma.

DON’T MISS OUR DEADLINES FOR ADVERTISING EGN ADS - FRIDAY 11AM CLASSIFIEDS - MONDAY 2PM CONTACT TRACY ON 6452 0313 TO BOOK YOUR SPACE IN THE LOCAL NEWSPAPER - THE MONARO POST

The The Monaro Monaro Post Post Photo Photo order order form form Has your photo appeared in The Monaro Post?

Would you like a copy?

To order photos, please complete this order form and return to The Monaro Post with payment.

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Check out on www.monaropost.com.au Wednesday April 6, 2011

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Sport

Wednesday April 6, 2011

Monaro Hardcourt Tennis Association Nominations are now required from interested players for consideration to arrange a winter competition. Nominations may be for individuals or teams. Should there be sufficient numbers to hold a competition, it is expected to commence soon

after the forthcoming school break. To enable arrangements to be made, the nominations must be received by the Association before Saturday April 9. Nominations may be telephoned to 6452 2497.

CROSSWORD Cryptic Clues ACROSS

7. Stepped back around the mark, then set off (6) 8. How rude to have two counters and only one can opener (8) 9. Joystick provides society with something to sing about (4,4) 10. Cheerful pub meal to dine on (6) 11. Does my pun fail if it's another name I use?

(9) 13. Empty boiler made hot soup (5) 15. ¼¼ (5,8) 17. Spoils Wellington railway terminal (5) 18. Rubbish had an odd tinge when freeloading (9) 21. Volume in a rent-free hostelry (6) 22. Caught wild broncos with cropped ears? (8) 24. Current clergyman is faithful (8) 25. Earth makes gravity curved (6) 1 and 23-down. So determined he will grass Quick Clues (4-4) 2. Paying crowd gold for cake (6) ACROSS 3. Slip out before sweetheart found unintended by-product (5,4) 7. Voice box (6) 4. Climb round the right band (5) 8. Dietary fibre (8) 5. Lots of scouts pack artesian well with earth 9. Fit together neatly (8) (8) 10. Shaggy relation of the llama (6) 6. Every other blimp craftsman had support 11. Carnage (9) from both sides (10) 13. Reddish-brown dye for the hair or 8. Everything's alright in relation to Hawke's skin (5) nephews and nieces (4,4,5) 15. Instrument for measuring radiation 12. Can't a cross become holy? (10) 14. Commission crashed dance party (9) (6,7) 16. No hunter neglected those fleeing from 17. Oven (5) justice (2,3,3) 18. The action of standing for election 19. One hundred surround suspiciously coy (9) businessman ... (6) 21. Early stage of the foetus (6) 20. .... while one thousand underwrote 22. Cut short, curtail (8) supposedly sane informer (5) 24. Naked runner (8) 23. See 1-down 25. Horsy (6)

LAST WEEKS SOLUTIONS

Sunday’s stroke round for the men went to Chris Bevan with 66 nett.

Runners up were Don Killen 67, Wayne Tuckwell 69, and Walter Ammann and Ross Thompson both with 70. Nearest the pin on the eighth was Ross Thompson and on the 12th was Con Poulos.

Wednesday was Stableford and the winner was Herman Obermaier with 40 points. Runners up were Ross Thompson, Walter Ammann, Brian O’Halloran, Roy Gabriele and George Zamja.

Nearest the pin on both the eighth and 12th went to Walter.

Coolamatong men played the 3rd round of the district Pennant against Jindabyne on Saturday and defeated the Jindabyne team 3/2.

For the ladies on Sunday it was Stableford and the winner was Jan O’Halloran with 38 points. Runners up were Jenny O’Byrne, Carolyn

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Last Saturday morning, Cooma Rifle Club shot from 500 yards for the monthly shoot in the annual NRA Medal Competition.

The weather was initially overcast, clearing later in the morning, with a cold southerly wind. In spite of the wind there was some good shooting, with Noel Barrett scoring a second stage possible 50/50.

A visitor from Canberra, John Concannon, had a go with an “as issued” Lee Enfield with open sights.

There was no wind adjustment on the sights so he was impossibly handicapped but still shot one bullseye.

The Annual General Meeting of the Cooma Basketball Association was held recently. Reports showed that the Association is continuing to regrow with an increase of 170 players in three years. Match Secretaries reported an increase in numbers and standard of play in 2010.

The outgoing committee are delighted with the improvement at the stadium. The outgoing State Government, Cooma-Monaro Shire Council and basketball association combined to replace the old lighting system.

Council repaired the leaking roof, purchased a 24 second clock and new padding for the girders. The Basketball Association put the match fees for the past few years into repairing the floor which has also been repainted according to the new guidelines of Basketball Australia.

Basketball will start following the school holidays and all intending teams or players are asked to have their names in by April 8.

A grade women Monday nights contact Kari Ingram 0414 423 963. A grade Men Wednesday nights contact David Pevere 0428 911 095. B grade Women Thursday nights Contact Betty Longhurst 0457 177 162. Junior boys

and girls, MiniBall, Aussie Hoop and basketball for people with a disability contact Betty Longhurst. Junior Boys 11-15yrs Monday afternoons. Junior Girls 11-15yrs Tuesday afternoons.

MiniBall Boys 8-10yrs Wednesdays 4.45pm.

MiniBall girls 8-10yrs Wednesdays 4pm. Aussie Hoop boys and girls 4-7yrs Fridays 4pm.

Basketball for people with a disability Tuesdays 6pm.

Committee 2011: President David Pevere, Vice President Brian Geach, Secretary Robyn George, Treasurer Chris Brooks, Registrar Lorraine Thomas, Public Officer Julie Brown, Referee Co-ordinator Jena Shaw, Match Secretaries Kari Ingram, David Pevere, Betty Longhurst. General Committee consists of Stacey Kelly, Donna Saddler, Alicia Clarke, Jeanette Williamson, Michelle Pollard and Simon Clear.

Jena Shaw has taken the new task of Referees Coordinator in an attempt to improve the overall standard of refereeing.

All teams will be expected to take part in lectures etc held by Jena. Any non-players interested in refereeing are always welcome. Jena can be contacted on 0421 060 310.

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The off-rifle scores were: 1. Noel Barrett, 48.2 and 50.4, total 98.6; 2. Don Robb, 46.2 and 48.2, total 94.4; 3. Frank Toth, 47.4 and 46.4, total 93.8; 4. Graeme Crundwell, 42.1 and 42.2, total 84.3.

John Concannon ran out of ammunition and didn’t complete the two stages.

With handicaps, Noel was ahead of Frank, Don and Graeme.

Next Saturday, shooting will be from 300 yards for the start of the monthly spoon competition.

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O’Byrne, Marcelle Burton and Gillian Peterson. Nearest the pin went to Mary Obermaier.

Wednesday’s stroke round was a close finish with Betty Thompson winning on a count back from Carolyn Major both on 71 nett.

Balls went to Carolyn and Jan O’Halloran. Putting was won by Marcelle Burton and nearest the pin, third shot on the ninth, was Carolyn Major.

The first round of the ladies Pennant matches was played on Wednesday at home against Cooma.

Coolamatong won 3/2.

Sunday April 10 will be stroke for both men and ladies for the Monthly Medal. Sunday April 17 is the annual Diggers Day supporting Legacy, any players wishing to play are welcome, no handicap needed. Tee off between 9:30 and 10:30am.

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Junior Red Devils in trials Keegan Caldwell runs the ball for the Red Devils Under 11 team last Saturday.

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Points: 30 The under 11 Red Devils played in a pre-season trial competition on Saturday in Canberra.

In their first game they took on the Vikings who were totally unprepared for the intensity of the front row from the Devils. They totally outplayed Vikings in every aspect of the game. The team were committed to the breakdowns and rucked well, winning possession regularly. The Devils defeated Vikings 14-0.

They played as a team, passing the ball along the back line with strong runs from Sam Larritt, Deuchar Allen, Archie Allen and new player Keegan Caldwell.

They were hungry for the ball and tackled well, catching the Vikings by

surprise and scoring then converting in the first 30 seconds of kick-off.

Other new members of the team, Oscar and Henry Litchfield and Bentley and Spencer Walker-Broose all gained valuable experience from the under 11 boys that played the previous season and were an asset to their new team.

In the second game they took on Easts and once again came away victors, 12-10.

Thanks to the parents who travelled up on the bus, helping out and to Rick for driving the bus.

Next week the team plays at Canberra Stadium before the Brumbies game. The bus will be leaving at 2pm, please let Brian know if you are travelling on the bus.

Bush Piglets in trials ‘Three games, three wins - at Canberra trial games!’

On April 4, the Under 10’s Bushpigs travelled to the Royals Ground in Canberra for their first run of the season.

It was a fantastic team effort with many of the experienced players of last year leading the way and many of our

new players following their lead.

It was a particularly impressive display of skills in the last game against St Edmund’s College Canberra.

Great job and here’s to a great 2011 season!

Red Devils meet ADFA

The Cooma Red Devils travelled to ADFA on the weekend to take part in two trial matches against RMC and ADFA. The first game was played against RMC and the Cooma boys knew they would be in for some tough opposition with the army boys being fit and ready to run all day.

The Cooma boys were up for the challenge and took it to RMC from the start, this was illustrated with Josh Fraser putting his mark on the game with his first hit up of the ball in senior rugby. This gave the rest of the side great confidence and with the defensive line holding strong, Cooma showed the army boys how to counter attack running the ball from well with in their own half. Zinger showed he still has pace to burn leaving the opposition for dead only to trip over his own heels 5 metres from the line.

The ensuing play saw Zumba (Sam Bacigalupo) take the defence on and put the ball over the line for the first points of the day. With Cooma’s confidence high and the forwards starting to make in roads, the back line was again in the action and a neatly placed grubber from Zinger (Ryan Morgan) saw a flying Will Nichols take a one handed catch and score under

the posts. As the second half started RMC came out with renewed vigour and a missed tackle from Phil (I like to seagull) Johnson, let RMC back into the game but Cooma replied straight away with Josh Fraser again showing he will be one player to watch this year showing some very neat soccer skills to score in the corner. Cooma running out victorious 22 points to 14.

Cooma then had to take on ADFA firsts. ADFA took it to Cooma from the start of the game and soon had a couple of tries to their name. Cooma rallied with the young forwards stepping up and providing a more structured break down which then allowed Nestor (Neil Schouten) and Zumba room to move out wide with a neat placed kick from Nester, Zumba again showed his blistering pace to out sprint the ADFA boys to the ball and score. This turned out to be Cooma’s only scoring opportunity for the game with ADFA controlling the ball for much of the game. To the Devil’s credit they kept tackling all day with the end result been three tries to one. The competition starts this Saturday at home against Royals.

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Old and New welcome Cats back in 2011 It was a day for old Cats and new as AFL returned to the Monaro and Snowy Mountains for season 2011 on Saturday.

On a perfect autumn day for football, the Cooma Cats launched their 2011 season at Snowy Oval in Cooma against competition new comers Tuggeranong.

And after the match, it was a night of celebration and reminiscing at Dodds Hotel with the opening of the Cats’ new Hall of Fame.

But while the night was a great success, an opening round victory eluded the Cats earlier in the day.

Leading a team of debutants and veterans on to the field were co-captains Jimmy Russell and Adam Asanovski.

The Cats were no match for a determined Tuggeranong Hawks outfit keen to stamp their presence on the league as competition newcomers to be reckoned with.

The Hawks dominated the Cats for all but the first quarter, with the Cats having no real answer for the Hawks’ ability to get the ball into attack where they were well-served by an unbeatable forward line.

The Cats went down to the Hawks 5-5-35 to 13-1391.

While the final scoreboard told the difference between the two sides, the Cats still managed to show some positive signs for the season ahead.

The Cats welcomed back two players from longterm injury, Mark Fitzgerald and Lee Mason, who both showed the promise displayed early last year before suffering season-ending injuries.

Young gun Corey Tucker put in a strong performance in the first half, leading the way with hard-ball gets and keeping the Cats in the game with two quality goals. His first goal came from a mark running with the flight of the

ball which showed real courage. recounted about the club’s first (and only) premiership Among the first season debutants for the Cats was in 1984. young John Hukins from Jindabyne – a product of last The Cats play ADFA at ADFA (Canberra) next Sunday year’s junior Snowy SuperCats. John ran non-stop all at midday. day and by the end of the game clearly showed he was settling into senior football with some good touches and Pictured: two Cooma Cats stalwarts, Maurie Hore and clever hand passes.

Kevin Jackson, complete with the 1984 premiership As the Hawks pulled away in the second medals, led the old boys in the singing of the club song half, it was up to a number of Cats after dinner on Saturday night. veterans to lead the way.

Daniel Shirvington and Shaun Allen were among those veterans, both kicking quality goals to give the Cats a flicker of hope.

Down in the under pressure defensive line, Luke Barrett battled hard all day and was well assisted by Brent Williams who pulled on the jumper for a post-retirement run.

The game was well attended by an enthusiastic local crowd who certainly welcomed the return of AFL to the region for the new season. Among the crowd were many “Old Boys” from the 1970s and 1980s in town for the opening of the Hall of Fame.

Following the game, the Cats opened their new Hall of Fame at Dodds Hotel with a season launch dinner.

Special attendees included players old and new who have made major contributions to the Cats since they were formed in 1976.

Among the ranks of the veteran players and committee members in attendance were: Ross Knee, Kym Pearce, David Leitch (and his mum Val), Rowan McDonald, Eric Newell, Maurie Hore, Kevin Jackson, Gail Eastaway, Max Reeve and Tom Lewis.

It was a great night for the Cats and AFL in the Snowy Mountains, with numerous stories

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Amcross 2011 Muddah Lake 65cc 2st 7-9yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Canberra Motorcycles Centre Bike#171 Name: Kodie Decarlo Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 22 Total 72 - 1st Bike#284 Name: John Bova Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 16, Race 3 – 25 Total 63 – 2nd Bike#104 Name: Tyler Darby Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 20 Total 60 – 3rd Bike#75 Name: JAKE BARRON - Cooma Rider Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 15 Total 49 – 5th

85cc 2st 14-15yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Cooma Auto Electrics Bike#354 Name: Dylan Lochhead Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#213 Name: Tayla Jones Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 20 Total 62 – 2nd Bike#112 Name: Calum Dunsmore Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 22 Total 60 – 3rd Bike#8 Name: JASMINE DIGGES Cooma Rider Race 1 - 0, Race 2 - 12, Race 3 – 12 Total 24 – 11th

65cc 2st 10-11yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Marlborough Motor Inn Bike#226 Name: Jake McGlashan Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 25 Total 69 - 1st Bike#353 Name: Cody McMahon Race 1 - 18, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 22 Total 65 – 2nd Bike#127 Name: Riley Dukes Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 18 Total 63 – 3rd Bike#260 Name: JAYDEN KRAFT Cooma Rider Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 16, Race 3 – 0 Total 32 – 10th Bike#17 Name: MITCH BOWERMAN Cooma Rider Race 1 - 13, Race 2 - 8, Race 3 – 10 Total 31 –11th Bike#2 Name: WILL MOORE Cooma Rider Race 1 - 7, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 7 Total 15 – 17th

150cc 2st 13-15yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Rodney’s Welding Bike#253 Name: Lenny Magyar Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 25 Total 72 - 1st Bike#22 Name: Jordan Bissakar Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 20 Total 62 – 2nd Bike#263 Name:Blake Blackwell Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 18 Total 56 – 3rd Bike#65 Name: BEN FREEBODY Cooma Rider Race 1 - 14, Race 2 - 7, Race 3 – 4 Total 25 – 12th

85cc 2st 9-11yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Cooma Snowy Mountains Tourist Park Bike#353 Name: Cody McMahon Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 70 - 1st Bike#226 Name: Jake MsGlashan Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 20 Total 67 – 2nd Bike#27 Name: Riley Dukes Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 22 Total 58 – 3rd Bike#75 Name: JAKE BARRON Cooma Rider Race 1 - 1, Race 2 - 3, Race 3 – 4 Total 8 – 22nd 85cc 2st 12-13yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Cooma Motor Lodge Bike#289 Name: Tyler Driscoll Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 18 Total 65 - 1st Bike#27 Name: Brendan Tanti Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 22 Total 64 – 2nd Bike#228 Name: Reg Magyar Race 1 - 18, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 16 Total 54 – 3rd Bike#260 Name: JAYDEN KRAFT Cooma Rider Race 1 - 14, Race 2 - 0, Race 3 – 0 Total 14 – 17th Bike#256 Name: MITCH BOWERMAN Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 7, Race 3 – 4 Total 12 – 12th Bike#22 Name: TROY FREEBODY Cooma Rider Race 1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 0 Total 2 – 33rd

250cc 4st 13-15yrs AMCROSS - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Flynn’s Wrecking Yard Bike#26 Name: Aaron Tanti Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#253 Name: Lenny Magyar Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 20 Total 58 – 2nd Bike#295 Name: Kyle Hall Race 1 - 18, Race 2 - 15, Race 3 – 22 Total 55 – 3rd Bike#243 Name: JAMIE HARVEY Cooma Rider Race1 - 10, Race 2 - 7, Race 3 – 12 Total 29 – 12th Bike#118 Name: LOCHIE FITZGERALD Cooma Rider Race1 - 9, Race 2 - 8, Race 3 – 8 Total 25 – 13th Bike#104 Name: JORDAN JONES Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 1 Total 3 – 24th Bike#212 Name: TAMARA OSBORNE Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 1 Total 3 – 27th Parents – All Powers - COOMA JUNIORS 26.03.11 Sponsored by Mountain Drains Bike#101 Name: Ricky Fox Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 70 - 1st Bike#577 Name: Dean Smith Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 22 Total 65 – 2nd Bike#25 Name:Mark Wood Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 16 Total 58 – 3rd Bike#8 Name: ANDREW DIGGES Cooma Rider Race1 - 18, Race 2 - 15, Race 3 – 20 Total 53 – 5th OVER 35’s AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by R&D Husky Bike#67 Name: Brett Moffatt Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#64 Name: Paul Novak Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 22 Total 62 – 2nd Bike#108 Name: Brett Taylor Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 18 Total 60 – 3rd Bike#37 Name: BRENDAN BOWERMAN Cooma Rider Race1 - 7, Race 2 - 2, Race 3 – 1 Total 40 – 10th OVER 45’s AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Spocket’s Electrical Bike#66 Name: Rod Neal Race1 - 25, Race2 - 20, Race3 – 18 Total 63 - 1st Bike#16 Name: Con Toparis Race1 - 20, Race2 - 22, Race3 – 20 Total 62 – 2nd Bike#142 Name: Gary Brown Race1 - 18, Race2 - 18, Race3 – 25 Total 61 – 3rd Bike#1 Name: JOHN POVEY Bredbo Rider Race1 - 11, Race 2 - 6, Race 3 – 13 Total 30 – 10th Bike#6 Name: WAYNE FLYNN Cooma Rider Race1 - 13, Race 2 - 15, Race 3 – 0 Total 28 – 13th Bike#1051 Name: TIM HEDGER Berridale Rider Race1 - 4, Race 2 - 5, Race 3 – 6 Total 15 – 16th Bike#119 Name: GRAIG DIXON Cooma Rider Race1 - 3, Race 2 - 4, Race 3 – 5 Total 12 – 19th LADIES AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by White Manor Motel Bike#63 Name: Sarah Clark Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 25 Total 67 - 1st Bike#151 Name: TAYLOR PEET Cooma Rider Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 16 Total 66 – 2nd Bike#782 Name: Kirsten Taker Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 22 Total 64 – 3rd Bike#90 Name: RACHAEL FLYNN Cooma Rider Race 1 - 16, Race 2 - 16, Race 3 – 15 Total 47 – 6th

Photos courtesy of Trish Diggs 16-19 Lites AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by MGM Industries Bike#265 Name: Jack McNeice Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 22 Total 69 - 1st Bike#27 Name: Thomas Buckle Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 16, Race 3 – 25 Total 61 – 2nd Bike#88 Name: Jake Mead Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 16 Total 56 – 3rd Bike#46 Name: NAT JENNINGS Cooma Rider Race 1 - 10, Race 2 - 13, Race 3 – 18 Total 49 – 7th Bike#97 Name: GLEN GOGGIN Bredbo Rider Race 1 - 7 Race 2 - 4, Race 3 – 8 Total 19 – 15th Bike#881 Name: JAKE HEFFERNAN Bombala Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 3, Race 3 – 7 Total 11 – 18th Bike#849 Name: AARON DIXON Cooma Rider Race 1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 1 Total 3 – 28th Bike#20 Name: JAMES MOORE Cooma Rider Injured 19yrs & over Group 1 AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Macks Auto/Tyre Plus Bike#103 Name: BRAD FITZGERALD Cooma Rider Race1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#23 Name: Michael Devries Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 22 Total 66 – 2nd Bike#296 Name: Kyle Membrey Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 20 Total 60 – 3rd Bike#37 Name: BRENDON BOWERMAN Cooma Rider Race1 - 7, Race 2 - 0, Race 3 – 0 Total 7 – 20th 19yrs & over Group 2 AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Plum Constructions Bike#99 Name: Scot Saul Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#102 Name: Joe Ramsey Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 20 Total 64 – 2nd Bike#357 Name: Heath marshall Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 18 Total 56 – 3rd Bike#12 Name: MITCHELL PHILLIPS Cooma Rider Race1 - 18, Race 2 - 0, Race 3 – 0 Total 18 – 15th OPEN C _ GROUP 1 AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Benny’s Bobcat Hire Bike#107 Name: Brendan Alcock Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 25 Total 72 - 1st Bike#49 Name: Jason McCarthy Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 22 Total 69 – 2nd Bike#201 Name: Tom Tuckerman Race 1 - 18, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 18 Total 56 – 3rd Bike#2 Name: GLEN GOGGIN Bredbo Rider Race1 - 12, Race 2 - 13, Race 3 – 12 Total 37 – 8th Bike#191 Name: OWEN PLUM Jindabyne Rider Race1 - 9, Race 2 - 10, Race 3 – 11 Total 30 – 10th Bike#93 Name: WILLIAM NICHOLLS Nimmitabel Rider Race1 - 7, Race 2 - 7, Race 3 – 9 Total 23 – 13th OPEN C _ GROUP 2 AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Burchalls Transport & Recycling Bike#10 Name: Joshua Povey Ex Cooma Race 1 - 25, Race 2 - 25, Race 3 – 25 Total 75 - 1st Bike#212 Name: Cameron Alcock Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 22 Total 64 – 2nd Bike#17/316 Name: Jared Woollen Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 20 Total 62 – 3rd Bike#991 Name: LEX HEFFERNAN Bombala Rider Race1 - 13, Race 2 - 13, Race 3 – 14 Total 40 – 7th

ABC All Powers AMCROSS - COOMA SENIORS 27.03.11 Sponsored by Kraft Earthmoving Bike#6 Name: CARL FLYNN Cooma Rider Race 1 - 20, Race 2 - 20, Race 3 – 25 Total 65 - 1st Bike#247 Name: Tyler Collins Race 1 - 22, Race 2 - 22, Race 3 – 18 Total 62 – 2nd Bike#48 Name: Christian Horwood Race 1 - 18, Race 2 - 18, Race 3 – 22 Total 58 – 3rd Bike#8/103 Name: BRAD FITZGERALD Cooma Rider Race1 - 11, Race 2 - 0, Race 3 – 9 Total 20 – 14th Bike#363 Name: ANTHONY BROWN Cooma Rider Race1 - 1 Race 2 - 5, Race 3 – 8 Total 14 – 18th Bike#122/65 Name: TODD MOULD Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 4 Total 6 – 23rd Bike#38 Name: PHIL JOHNSON Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 1, Race 3 – 1 Total 3 – 28th Bike#46 Name: NAT JENNINGS Cooma Rider Race1 - 1, Race 2 - 0, Race 3 – 0 Total 1 – 32nd Bike#410 Name: JAMES MOORE Cooma Rider Injured

Darts and more darts Cooma’s Bevin Smith takes aim at the the Dartsplay competition held at the Cooma Car Club over the weekend.

The competition attracted darts players from around Australia and New Zealand.

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Cooma Ladies Golf Last Wednesday an 18-hole stableford was contested.

The winner was Gaye Wilson with a pleasing 35 points. She has been playing consistently well and is pleased with her fairway form and putting.

Balls were won by Dulcie Thistleton and Marilynne Weston, both 31 points.

In the nine hole competition Maureen Fletcher was the winner with 11 points on a countback. Balls were won by Clare Nowland, also 11 points, and Pat Davis, 10 points.

On Saturday a nine-hole stroke attracted a number of ladies. Val Leitch was the winner with 40 net.

Val’s accuracy down the middle of the fairways was a feature. The runner-up was Beryl Devereux with 43 points on a countback.

Balls were also won by Gaye Wilson and Marilynne Weston, both 43 points.

The putting was won by Denise

Ashcroft with a fantastic 14 putts.

Sunday’s 18-hole stableford attracted a small field. Gaye Wilson was the winner with 38 points.

Lorraine McGregor won a ball.

The first pennant round of the local Southern Tablelands group was played last Tuesday. Unfortunately Cooma lost to Coolamatong 3 to 2. It was a close match in which some of the games went to the last hole. Congratulations Coolamatong!

This week Cooma will be playing against Jindabyne in Cooma. Good golfing all!

Coming up: Wed, 6th–18 hole stroke first round of nine hole championships; Sat, 9th – L’Oreal 18 hole stableford; Sun, 10th – Super Stableford. If you wish to play in the L’Oreal day, please put your name on the timesheet (block start).

See you on the course!

Cooma Netball news As the clocks ticked 11.30am the little Nettas started and an enthusiastic group on youngsters we have. Joe Heisie and Robyn Lunt showed them how to continue to develop their throwing, ball handling, shooting skills and positions on the court.

12’s On Court two we saw the Jumping Fleas continue to improved with each quarter and have a great game. The Cherry Ripes pulled ahead for the win 18- 1. Court one had the Hot Chilli Peppers and the Firecrackers.The Firecrackers played extremely well for a recently formed team but the Chillies held on for the win 6-9. Licorice Allsorts had the bye.

14/ CADETS The Tweens and the Pink Panthers turn. As the Tweens took it to the Pink Panthers and with a major height difference did themselves proud. The score doesn’t reflect the effort put in, but the Tweens were flogged by the Pink Panthers 5-51.

The Dynamites and Pandas played fast and quick as the Dynamites

narrowly defeated the Pandas 5-13.

OPENS Gidgilly’s unable to field a team, with the Boyce Bandits winning on a forfeit, this didn’t damper the spirits of the Boyce Bandits who took it upon each other to split, and play against themselves. Vintage Bellas and Team 5 played, their styles quick and easy with the sweat pouring down their faces Team 5 pulled in front winning 14-34. What a game between Astras and Sweet Action, a fast game with no slam dunks, Astras just nudged ahead to win 18-19.

Great sportsmanship was expressed by all on the day.

Saturday sees Round 4: 12’s division Hot Chilli Peppers have the bye 14’s/ cadets Tweens have the bye Canteen Roster: 11 till 1.30 Netta Parents, 1pm till 3.30pm Pandas and Sweet Action.

There will be a school holiday break until April 30.

Russell and Caldwell put on master class Cooma bowlers Ross Russell and Peter Caldwell put on a marvellous display of high quality lawn bowls when they meet in the major singles at the Cooma Bowling Club on Saturday. The game lived up to expectations with both players making the most of the perfect weather and the excellent green conditions to put on a show!

While both players were in fine touch throughout the long match – it lasted 38 ends - the game was featured by periods of dominance by one player or the other.

Caldwell had the first run when he won eight out of nine ends to move to a 13 – 8 lead. Russell then had his turn winning seven successive ends to move to 20 -13.

Caldwell broke the run only to see Russell win five out of six ends to move close to victory at 29 – 15. Caldwell showed his class when the pressure is on winning the next six ends to claw back to 29 – 26. Both players were playing fantastic bowls that had the crowd of on lookers enthralled.

Down a couple of shots on the 36th end Russell picked up the jack with his last bowl and missed out by a whisker to get the two shots he needed to win.

Caldwell won the next end to make it 30 – 27 and on the 38th end held the shot before Russell played a ‘boomer’ with his last bowl to secure the win 31 – 27.

Max Reeve and Jason Thompson had a great battle in their game. Reeve seemed to have winning leads on several occasions but Thompson fought back to keep the game alive. In the end Reeve prevailed 31 – 26. Brian Seears recovered from a very slow start to take his match 31 – 16 against Peter Harris.

Kim Weston and Tony Gray continued their excellent form from the previous round to record strong wins over Neil McGregor and Denis Steinfort respectively. McGregor played better bowls than the score of 31 – 13 shows but Steinfort found Gray’s consistency too hard to match on the day.

Last year’s runner up Peter Marsicano moved into the next round with a 31 – 10 win over Mick Mayhew in another game that was tighter than the scorecard shows. In one game in the minor singles Ray Downey had a 31 – 10 win over Peter Longhurst.

The final rounds of the 2011 pennants and Monaro Shield were played on Sunday with the final placings decided. The Adaminaby, Jindabyne and Cooma bowling clubs all finished on a high note.

In the pennant Adaminaby completed the season with another convincing win to give them top place. They had a 6 – 0 win over

Cooma 6 which not only gave Adaminaby first place but ensured that Jindabyne qualified as the district representative in the grade 6 zone playoffs. Adaminaby won all three rinks and took the aggregate 66 shots to 48.

Jindabyne qualified as the higher placed grade six side despite losing to Cooma 5.

The Cooma side had their best performance of the year recording a 5 ½ to ½ win. Cooma 5 won two rinks, drew the third and had a convincing 68 to 55 shots win.

The final points score in the pennant is Adaminaby 27, Jindabyne 17, Cooma 5 15.5 and Cooma 6 12.5. Adaminaby will play in the zone grade 4 playoffs, Cooma 5 in grade 5 and Jindabyne in grade 6.

In the Monaro Shield Jindabyne and Cooma 1 have qualified for the final that will be played in Nimmitabel on Sunday. Cooma 1 qualified for the final with a very strong performance against Nimmitabel.

The Cooma side won three of the rinks, drew the fourth and had a massive 121 to 70 shots win.

Jindabyne maintained their unbeaten record when they had a 6 – 2 win over Adaminaby. Bombala finished their first season in the Shield on a winning note with 7 – 1 win over Cooma 2.

The final placings in the Shield are: Jindabyne 33, Cooma 1 31, Nimmitabel 21, Adaminaby 12.5, Cooma 2 11.5 and Bombala 11. The final will be played next Sunday at Nimmitabel with play scheduled to start at 1 pm.

This Saturday the squad selected to represent the Monaro District in the Patrons Shield in May will have a selection day at Adaminaby. Players in the squad have been notified of their selection.

There will be play in both the major and minor singles at Cooma. Minor singles matches have been scheduled for Saturday with markers needed for some matches.

The schedule is: R Wainwright v K Goodwin (P Harris), X Cottam v J Vincent (R Nichols), R Morgan v D Steinfort, D Freebody v I Mondello, S Lapham v J Fletcher and D Jarvis v G Venables.

Major singles games to be played on Sunday are: W Lodge v I Mondello (G D’Amico), M Storta v T Croker (P Caldwell), S Seears v T Gray (J Thompson) and J Sajina v N Wallace. A minor singles match to be played on Sunday is S Roncelli v M Frezza (M Buckley)

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Close results in monthy medal Cooma Golf by Garry Atkinson With the cooler breeze testing golfers on Saturday, all pennant players back on the course after a gruelling month of representative district golf and the course still playing at its best, the monthly medal on Saturday was a tough affair with the course clearly pushing golfers skills to their limit.

On Saturday April 2, Mr Consistency, Bruce Burton, played very strong golf with drives hitting the fairway and putts rolling into the centre of the hole to take out A grade with a fine 71 nett.

Steve Young came home with 73 nett to grab the runner up jacket. In B grade Nick Massari (69 nett) really played some great golf to walk away with the monthly medal from Steve Whiting on 71 nett (Gungahlin Lakes Club).

Nick has been close to really hitting his best form over the last few weeks and is getting ever closer to significantly breaking his handicap.

Needless to say you’ll hear about it when it happens. C grade saw the best handicap round of the day by Stumpy Wallis posted with 67 nett from Prawit Prakotasung, 74 nett. Well done Stumpy!

Ball winners on Saturday went up to 75 nett. Nearest the pin on the ninth went to a fine shot by Bruce Burton and on the 17th to Steve Whiting.

Longest drive for A grade on the 15th was the leftie Trevor Bailey who really hit a “John Daley” shot to blitz the field.

B grade longest drive went to another leftie Charlie Beaumont with Doug Parker representing the right handers taking out C grade. Thanks Doug.

On Sunday the field was large enough to split into three grades for

an individual stableford with Garry Atkinson taking out A grade with 40 points. B grade was won by Jeff Burgess on 37 points and C grade saw the best overall points score for the day won by Phil Amey, with a marvellous 41 points.

When Phil gets the golf groove going watch out one and all. Ball comp winners went all the way down to 33 points. Nearest the pin on the ninth saw our talented young junior Sam Patricks play a great shot to beat the field with the slightly older Jeff Burgess taking out the 17th.

Last Wednesday March 30 saw a great round by Tony Munday (39 points) just pip Gerard Day also on 39 points. Bruce Burton featured again on 38 points and Doug Parker on 37 points came in third.

Ball competition winners went down to 32 points. Chris Brown won nearest the pin on the ninth hole and Eglis Fremanis fired a fine shot on the 17th .

Two reminders this week; Firstly the traditional Cotton Tail Cup is on April 17 and with Federal Golf Club current holders there is a call to arms for all members to put your names down and do battle in this traditional fun filled event. See the club notice board for details and entry. It’s Cooma’s turn to win back this prized trophy for 2011.

Secondly the AGM is on the 19th April at the RSL club. Time to come along and support your club.

Next week sees a single stroke on Saturday the 9th and a single stableford on both Wednesday the 6th and Sunday the 10th. Sunday also sees the next round of the Super stableford competition and with a great set of prizes for this cumulative competition a big field expected.

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Footballers inspire local students Canberra Raiders players, Sam Williams and Brett White, visited the schools in the region last week to give a “eat well, play well, stay well” talk and provide inspirational advice to students regarding setting goals and how to achieve them.

Both boys are originally from the area and proved to be very motivating towards the students. They discussed the importance of setting up smaller goals as stepping-stones to assist in reaching the larger goal.

“Goals are such an important thing in life,” forward for Canberra Raiders, Brett White, said.

“You can choose whatever you want to be and once you achieve that you receive great satisfaction,” commented White.

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Sam talked of how “everyone wants to do something deep inside” and how important it is to set your own goals.

“I never thought I’d get to play at such a high level,” remarked Sam. “There are always setbacks along the way. If you don’t get what you want – work a bit harder!”

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