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WEDNESDAY January 13, 2016

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The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has named eight talented and rural-minded individuals across NSW as 2016 RAS Rural Achievers, including Ed Thomas from Cooma.

The award acknowledges young leaders who are working to make a significant contribution to their community and to rural Australia.

Ed and the other rural achievers will take part in a 12 month program

which includes a behind the scenes experience at the Royal Easter Show.

This is something Ed is particularly passionate about, as the show is one of the factors that first sparked his interest in agriculture.

See full story page 5.

Pictured, Rural Achiever Ed Thomas at work at the Jemalong wool store, Cooma.

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The Directors of leading professional services firm, Boyce Chartered Accountants, are proud to announce Mel Dean as the winner of the firm’s prestigious “Tony Quirk Employee of the Year” award for 2015.

The employee award was initiated by the Boyce directors in 2008 to honour fellow director and friend, the late Tony Quirk. Tony joined Boyce in 1991 and became the youngest-ever director appointed in the firm. He was well on the way to forging an outstanding public accounting career before he tragically died at the age of just 34.

Tony Quirk’s memory lives on at Boyce through this highly coveted award. Finalists from each of the Boyce offices are selected by their peers to be judged against criteria that encapsulate Tony’s contribution to the firm such as demonstrating a genuine care for clients, contributing to the social fabric of Boyce, acting in a professional manner, living the firm’s values on a daily basis and meeting the high performance expectations of the role within Boyce.

The judging panel, which this year included Boyce’s Independent Chairman Mike Willis, Managing Director Phil Alchin, Director Julie Schofield, HR Coordinator Tracey Somerville and the 2014 TQ Employee of the Year award winner, Brian Wray, unanimously selected Mel as the stand-out from this year’s five finalists for her outstanding work.

Managing Director, Phil Alchin, acknowledged Mel as a very deserving recipient of the 2015 TQ Employee of the Year award.

“Mel’s care for clients, strong work ethic and energy she demonstrates every day in her role are extraordinary and it was very clear to see from the submission for the TQ Award that she met and exceeded all of the criteria for the award, so is a very worthy winner” said Mr Alchin.

Mel commenced with Boyce in 2004 in the Cooma office, later transferring to our Wagga Wagga office in 2008. Mel is a respected team member of the entire Boyce team and it is easy to understand how both the team and clients enjoy working with Mel.

Pictured from L to R: Linda Mackellar (Director), Mel Dean (TQ Employee of the Year award recipient) and Simon Sellars (Director).

“Mel provides the highest level of care to the team and her clients every day, not because she has to but because she wants to” said Wagga Wagga Director Linda Mackellar.

The Boyce directors are heartened to see the extremely high calibre of nominees and finalists being recognised annually by their peers through the TQ Award process, reinforcing the philosophy of excellence that is central to Boyce.

The firm’s managing director acknowledged the achievements and contribution of the four other finalists from across the Boyce offices – Rowena Dowling (Cooma) Daniel Medway (Dubbo) Steve Kirton (Goulburn), and Jonathan Wright (Moree) Mr Alchin said that each of the finalists would have been a worthy winner of the overall award, and had contributed immensely to the ongoing success of the firm.

Cooma local court report Mon-Fri 9am-3pm 95-97 Commissioner St, Cooma

52-year-old Susanne Hacker was convicted of stealing a credit card from a Ryrie Lane residence in Jindabyne on Wednesday 6 January. She was also convicted of dishonestly obtaining property by deception when she used that credit card to purchase groceries from Woolworths in Jindabyne on 18 March 2015. Ms Hacker has been placed on two 12-month good behaviour bonds as

a result of the charges.

Tony Clibborn was in Cooma court last Wednesday facing a charge of driving a vessel under the influence of alcohol. Blowing a reading of 0.071 at Frying Pan on Lake Eucumbene in November, the 61-year-old received a nine-month good behaviour bond.

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28-year-old Calvin Embling was caught driving under the influence of alcohol along Kosciuszko Road, Berridale in December last year.

Appearing in Cooma court last week, his 0.063 reading resulted in a $330 fine and four months disqualification of his driver’s licence.

Convicted of driving an unregistered vehicle on the Monaro Highway at Cooma on September 12, 20-year-old Lachlan Evans received a seven-month good behaviour bond in Cooma court last week.

ute with his three young children in the vehicle. He received a 15-month good behaviour bond.

40-year-old Justin Koerber was convicted of assault occasioning actual bodily harm in Cooma court, receiving a 12-month good behaviour bond for the crime. On June 27 at 7pm Mr Koerber punched his victim in the mouth at Cooma Woolworths after a brief conversation between the deli and vegetable section.

Last week in Cooma court, Christopher Nolan was fined $550 and has been placed on a nine-month good behaviour bond after being found with 19.1g of cannabis and 0.2g of methylamphetamines in November.

Clay Smith was caught driving whilst his licence was disqualified on the Kosciuszko Road in Jindabyne on November 6 last year.

The 22-year-old received a $550 fine and a further 12 months disqualification of his driver’s licence.

Gregory Howarth received a 12-month good behaviour bond due to a DUI charge, blowing 0.058 on Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne in November last year.

Craig Worth received a $550 fine and three months disqualification in Cooma court last week. He was charged with speeding after being caught travelling at 113km per hour on the Alpine Way, Crackenback which has a speed limit of 80km per hour.

David Leigh Kelly appeared in Cooma court last week on a DUI charge. The 40-year-old blew 0.072 on Kosciuszko Road, Jindabyne whilst driving an Isuzu

56-year-old Robert Zwolsman was caught doing 102km per hour in an 80km per hour zone on Kosciuszko Road in Cooma. He received a fine of $110 for the offence in Cooma court last week.

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Camping ground closure an issue at Numeralla Nick Chapman A barricade has been set up at the Numeralla campground, restricting access for vehicles to the river.

Council’s recreation and property manager Ross Lawley said the barricade has been put up as a means of managing caravans and campervans in the area.

“There are a lot of people coming close to the river and lighting fires. You can see somebody has lit a fire and there’s another fire four metres from it,” he said.

“We’re trying to keep the place suitable for people to access the river.”

Mr Lawley highlighted the fact that camping is still available with a campsite and amenities block located up the hill.

“Council is responsible for managing the land. If no one is the trustee, then the land basically gets ravished because no one takes care of it.

“People can still camp down there with a tent, This is about managing the land for everybody.

“There is still camping available, this is just a management. A management of the river and management of the reserve,” he said.

Mr Lawley said he could not see the barricade affecting visitors to the region and part of the management process will incorporate opening up the site when needed for events such as the upcoming Numeralla Folk Festival.

The presence of the barrier has met some resistance from locals, however, with a petition circulating to have the camping ground reopened.

Terry Myers of Numeralla believes that closing off the area to vehicles is an excessive measure and better action could have been taken to manage the site.

He also called in to question the legitimacy of the barricade, saying the site is located on crown land and should not be restricted.

“There is too many campfires there, but they could have put up a sign to stop that. There’s been no damage other than a few campfires,” he said.

Mf Myers and other local residents are concerned about the impact that the barricade will have on tourism and visitors to the region.

“Since the fence went up before Christmas there’s been 30 to 40 caravans turned back. They’ve either gone back to Cooma or gone elsewhere.

These people could have spent a few dollars in the local shops,” he said.

He also believes that the camping arrangements up the hill are not adequate in comparison to the fenced off area.

“It’s nowhere near as picturesque. It’s the only spot where you can camp on the river.

It was a great spot for elderly people who used to come down and camp their cars on the river to fish or to have a picnic.”

Helen Alexander has lived in Numeralla for over 20 years and has been visiting the region for over 50.

Mrs Alexander said her husband’s family has been in the area for over 100 years and the campsite has been available to visitors for as long as anyone can remember.

She also believes the barricade is an overreaction and is catering to a minority that is against the presence of campers in the area.

“It’s always been open area. The uphill area is inadequate. It should be open all the time, they don’t harm things,” she said.

“People have always been welcomed, and now they’re not.”

Mrs Alexander called for more community consultation over the barrier and a meeting with locals to discuss options.

Mr Lawley said council is responding to everyone’s concerns and will continue to assess the decision going forward.

“Council has looked at it from a management perspective.

Managing vehicles is a tricky thing,” he said.

“We are certainly not against camping there, it’s about camping in the right areas.”

Although it does not have the same proximity to the river, the uphill campsite, which is not far from the fenced off area, is being utilised by

campers.

Peter and Rose Zanol from Adelaide are camping enthusiasts and believe that the current space is adequate.

“Families and kids can go down to the river and come back here to camp. This is a good spot for campers,” Mr Zanol said.

The couple visited Cooma for the first time and were very impressed with the town and the region, branding it a hidden treasure.

Their only suggestion for the region was better signage so tourists and visitors could better utilise the fantastic facilities.

Pictured, the barricade at the Numeralla River has residents divided.

Motor cyclist killed in collision A 44-year-old Cooma man, Matthew Emerton, died after a head-on collision involving a motorbike and four wheel drive about 8.45am on Friday January 8.

The crash occurred on Billilingra Road, Murrumbucca, north of Cooma.

Mr Emerton was rendered first aid however died at the scene. Police are preparing a report for the Coroner.

His funeral will be held this Friday.

Rural Fire Services attended two illegal burns over the

weekend. One was located in Nimmitabel and the other in East Jindabyne, both parties will be issued warning letters. The community should be aware that all fire permits are suspended until 1 March 2016.

Cooma Fire Brigade attended a small gas leak at a Japanese restaurant in Sharp Street, Cooma on Monday, blocking

traffic from both directions. No one was injured.

Pictured, Cooma Fire Brigade at the gas leak in Sharp Street on Monday.

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Aged Care Complaints ‘Totally Screwed’ exhibition opens at Raglan Gallery Commissioner gets down to work Australia’s ‘independent’ Aged Care Complaints Commissioner started work last week, to handle and investigate any complaints relating to a Commonwealth subsidised residential or homebased aged care service.

Supported by a team of 150 people in multiple sites across the country, Ms Rae Lamb has assumed powers for dealing with aged care complaints, after responsibility officially transferred from the Department of Health to a new statutory office on January 1, 2016.

Minister for Aged Care, Sussan Ley, says “older Australians have a right to receive quality services and be treated with respect, whether they are in an aged care facility or their own home”.

“This change will strengthen the aged care complaints process, and is now completely separated from the regulation and funding of aged care.”

An independent complaints system was recommended by both the 2009 Walton Review and the Productivity Commission’s 2011 report, Caring for Older Australians.

Ms Lamb said “the elderly and their families can have

confidence any complaint about aged care services funded by the Australian Government will be treated fairly”.

“It is often best to raise a complaint directly with your service provider, as this can bring quick results. But if you don’t feel comfortable with that, or are unhappy with the result, call us on the Aged Care Complaints helpline on 1800 550 552.”

Any person can make a complaint to the new Commissioner, including care recipients, family members, friends, staff, volunteers, or professionals.

Complaints may relate to any aspect of services including care, choice of activities, discrimination, catering, communication or the physical environment.

The 1800 550 552 helpline is staffed 9am to 5pm (AEDST) Monday to Friday.

Out of hours callers can leave a message, or contact the Commissioner at anytime through the website: www. agedcarecomplaints.gov.au

The ‘Totally Screwed’ exhibition opened at the Raglan Gallery, Cooma, last Saturday.

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Right: Artist Leszek Strzelecki and his wife, Bogusia.

Pictured left: Lisa Baier and Gunther Gorman attended the exhibition.

Below: Raglan committee member Bob Coles officially welcomed everybody to the exhibition.

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The Monaro property market is looking positive, with Cooma-based agents reporting steady interest from both buyers and sellers in the area.

Boller and Company Real Estate agent sold 113 houses last year at an average median price of $244,500.

According to realestate.com there were 193 Jindabyne properties sold in 2015 with the current median price sitting at $415,000.

One Agency’s Craig Schofield says that the sales market has remained steady, with 2015 looking similar to the previous year.

“The prices are stable, and the properties have been moving,” he says, “It’s a good time to be in the market, and it will be interesting to see how this year goes, particularly on the back of the ‘So much to love’ advertising campaign.”

Steve Allen of Boller and Co said that they have also experienced a strong year for their vendors. “We actually had a number of properties sold in just one day recently,” he says, “Others that had been on the market for several months were snapped up by a strong buyer contingent from the Monaro, Canberra and Sydney.”

Taking advantage of the large number of people passing through the area over the festive period, Boller and Co opened every working day and had a great response.

“It was one of the busiest periods ever with many potential buyers who were visiting the area keen to look at properties.”

With regard to rural sales Graeme Boller, Principal of Boller and Co believes that “we have a positive growth year ahead, with many newcomers to the Monaro searching for small to medium parcels of land, with building entitlement, which are becoming harder to acquire.”

“I believe that 2016 will see a continued capital growth, as many people are starting to recognise Cooma as an attractive and affordable place to live, given it is positioned an hours drive to the coast, to Canberra and the mountains,” says Mr Allen, “Of course, it does all depend on what the buyer is looking for and whether we have a property listed that suits their criteria. At Boller and Co we take great pride in our integrity, being honest in providing our vendors with realistic appraisals that are based on comparable sale, and in line with expectations.”

Shannon Fergusson Real Estate and Property is another local agent that has experienced steady results over the past year. “We are seeing a good number of new families moving to the area who are creating good interest in all ends of the price scale. Interest in the investment market picked up in the last few months of 2015 along with the rental market which had a slow start to 2015 after the wind farm development finished,” says Director Shannon Fergusson. He also believes that 2016 will be a good year for the Monaro property market.

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Ed a Rural Achiever

“I’m interested in meeting like From page 1 The Royal Agricultural Society of minded people in agriculture. It’s an NSW (RAS) has named eight talented opportunity to meet other young and rural-minded individuals across people in the agriculture industry, NSW as 2016 RAS Rural Achievers, that’s why I got involved,” he said.

Ed moved to Cooma two years including Ed Thomas from Cooma.

The award acknowledges young ago to take up a traineeship with leaders who are working to make Jemalong Wool, which he will have a significant contribution to their completed in February. He attended school at St Greg’s so he already community and to rural Australia.

Ed and the other rural achievers knew several people from Cooma will take part in a 12 month program when he moved here and he is which includes a behind the scenes enjoying living in the town.

He is an avid cricketer and rugby experience at the Royal Easter Show.

This is something Ed is particularly player and has made a point of getting interested in as it is one of the factors involved with local clubs.

“Cooma is a good town with good that first sparked his interest in people and I’m really enjoying the job. agriculture.

One of Ed’s big ideas is getting I would encourage people to get to city people more involved with the the show if they can and encourage agricultural side of the Royal Easter other people to get involved,” he said.

Show, building on his own experiences.

“My idea is to connect the city people to the KŶĐĞ ŝŶ Ă ůŝĨĞƟŵĞ wĞĞŬĞŶĚ ŝŶ ĞůĞŐĂƚĞ country side of the show. I started out in Camden in Sydney and now I’m working in a rural job in a rural town,” he said.

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Australia Day fun on Monaro Australia Day in Cooma-Monaro Shire should be a lot of fun this year.

Numeralla, Nimmitabel and Michelago are planning a barbecue breakfast in their villages from about 8am while Cooma will have the Legacy breakfast, sponsored by Cooma Car Club and the Cooma Lions Club, from 7.30 at the Car Club.

Nimmitabel will also have its own awards ceremony, recognising the community contribution of local residents, The Australia Day ambassador, Sky news presenter Vanessa Grimm, will attend the Michelago breakfast before the official ceremony in Centennial Park Cooma.

Local ambassador, Ernie Constance, will be the guest of the Numeralla Rural Fire Service breakfast before he joins fellow musician, Jay Podger, for a performance in Centennial Park.

The Cooma theme for 2016 is “Aussie Icons” and there is $600 in prize-money up for grabs.

Residents are encouraged to bring along their favourite Aussie icon, whether it be a Hills Hoist, a Victa mower, a Dame Edna or Hoges look-alike, to enter the competition. There are three categories to enter; most original; most humorous and best dressed.

The winners of each category will receive $200 in vouchers to use from local businesses.

The winners will be announced during the official ceremony, which begins at 12.

In previous years, there has been a prize given to people in attendance in the park.

This year, there are a couple of cricket sets up for grabs. To enter the competition, participants simply need to get a ticket and a stamp either at the Legacy breakfast, or from the official stamper in the park.But this needs to be done before 12, when tickets will stop being distributed.

Another innovation this year is the Great Big Aussie Pool Party.

This will be held at the Cooma Festival Swimming

pool from 2pm, after the official ceremony. The fun will include slides, inflatable thongs and a sausage sizzle. The party will go until closing time and if it’s a really hot day, the pool will remain open for a little longer.

So, enjoy a barbecue breakfast at one of the villages or at the Car Club in Cooma and/or dig out your inner Dame Edna, Mad Max or Strop and head to Centennial Park, Cooma, for a fun day out on January 26.

Celebrate Australia Day with your community, your family and your friends!

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On the Saturday there will be added attractions to the usual Australia Day programme, with the art and photography of the late Carol Badewitz on display, a tent pegging demonstration by the Light Horse, and pony rides for the children.

The Australia Day Ambassador will address the crowd, with Delegate being very pleased to welcome award winning journalist, Frank Coletta to the day.

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his work with Fairfax Media newspapers and is now senior journalist for the Daily Mail, but is also a familiar face to TV viewers having appeared on ABC News 24, Sky Sports Channel and Channel 10, and now as a panellist on Channel 9.

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Hard to believe that it will only be a gold coin donation to come along!

With a school reunion also planned for the Saturday, local businesses are gearing up for a big evening crowd, especially for meals at the Delegate Cafe and Delegate Hotel where a band has been booked on Saturday night.

And then there is the big commemoration the following day!

On Sunday the Men from Snowy River Marchers will be at the cenotaph, and parade participants will assemble behind the monument up to the fire shed by 10.15am for an 11am start.

For the Light Horse and other campers the Delegate Fire Brigade are providing an early breakfast from 7.30am at their shed.

The Hospital Auxiliary are providing morning tea at the Hotel from around 9.15am which is when the Duntroon Band is expected to arrive.

When proceedings start at 11am Men from Snowy River relatives

and descendants will move to the Memorial Gates behind the Light Horse and Duntroon Band where a short ceremony will be held remembering the Men from Snowy River.

A dedication of the plaque honouring all who served in WW1 and all theatres of war will also take place.

Following the service the group will move to the School of Arts, followed by the big street parade which will be a celebration of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Community Commitmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; from 1916 to 2016. Groups and individuals from throughout the district are invited to take part.

The Delegate Progress Association has donated $1000 for the best Float and Period Dress to be split up as follows: $400 for Best Float, second prize $200; Best Group in Parade $200; Best Period Dress $200.

The Duntroon Band will give a recital in front of the School of Arts followed by the official proceedings where there will be a series of wonderful guest

speakers.

This will include well known author and journalist, Peter Fitzsimons, as well as Aaron Pegram from the Australian War Memorial whose great uncle was an original Man from Snowy River. Aaron also spoke at the 90 year celebrations.

The local school and pre-school will be serving lunch from stalls in the marquee and the Hospital Auxiliary will be serving tea and sandwiches inside the School of Arts. Liquid refreshments will be served at the old bowling club building opposite.

After a lunch there will be a display by the Airforce Roulettes and finally the official opening of the Brumbies sculpture. For the children there will be pony rides and jumping castles.

Pictured, award winning journalist and television panelist, Frank Coletta will visit Delegate as Australia Day Ambassador on January 23.

NEWS

Wednesday January 13, 2016

Dob in a drug dealer Cooma Police have launched a campaign encouraging the public to ‘dob in a drug dealer’ by calling Crime Stoppers.

The local initiative is part of a police crackdown on drug supply, manufacture of prohibited drugs and cultivation of prohibited plants in the Cooma, Jindabyne and Bombala areas.

Chief Inspector Michael Tranby from Monaro Local Area Command said it is important to speak up if you know something about these issues in your local area.

“Throughout the months of January and February 2016, the community is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, if they have information about the supply, manufacture or cultivation of prohibited drugs.

Information supplied will be treated with the strictest of confidence and callaers are able to remain anonymous if they wish.” he said.

“There is no place in our community for these drugs. The supply, manufacture and cultivation of these drugs are linked to serious and violent crimes in the area.”

“We ask that you assist in our efforts to not only stop, but prevent these sorts of activities in our local areas throughout the months of January and February 2016. Any information provided by the community is important to our investigation.” Chief Inspector Tranby said.

Property market from page 5 “I feel that there is going to more activity in the rural property market in 2016,” he says, “We saw at the end of 2015 a few sales of large farms that generated strong interest from the local farmers who are looking to get active with expansion. But not only the locals, we saw strong interest from outside the area that has not been seen I would say for close to 8 years. I believe the farming community have quite a bit of confidence going into 2016 with stock prices holding firm, and all reports are that they will going forward.”

Another landslide on the Brown Mountain Local motorists have been avoiding the Brown Mountain, with a landslide having closed one lane of the busy highway commonly used to connect the Monaro with the South Coast.

Following heavy rains on Monday, January 4 part of the Snowy Mountains Highway dropped away from an embankment about halfway down the mountain.

This echoed a similar occurrence in 2012, resulting in the road being closed on and off for six weeks.

While the closure of one lane is already an inconvenience to those travelling between the Monaro and the coast, there are concerns that the road may be closed completely during part of the repairs.

For now a geotechnical engineer has assessed the site, and the one lane closure remains in place for several weeks while roadworks commence.

While those in the Bombala district suffer less due to the close proximity of both Mt Darragh and Mt Tantawangalo, those travelling from Cooma direction face much longer detours in the face of a possible full closure for roadworks.

Businesses in Bemboka are already feeling the pinch after the landslide, stating that if the highway

is closed again as it was in 2012 it will have a dramatic impact on passing trade, inevitably resulting in further financial loss.

Member for Bega, Andrew Constance said he would

be urging the RMS to do whatever was possible to make the highway safer in the future to prevent more incidents such as this, but topographically it was a difficult area to work on.

A landslide has resulted in a one lane road closure of the Snowy Mountains Highway on Brown Mountain, with concerns that the road may have to be closed in full for a period during repairs.

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postman calls

‘Ground control to Major Tom’ – vale David Bowie, a man who inspired many and revolutionised modern music.

Too young to die, but what a legacy he has left his fans, from across nearly five decades.

Meanwhile, on the Monaro, plans for Australia Day in Cooma include an Aussie Icon competition.

The Postman will be very disappointed if members of the Australia Day working party don’t lead the way, with Strop and Hoges, at the very least, making an appearance.

Come on Rogan and Martin – you know you want to! (Stubbies can’t be TOO hard to come by…!)

Seriously, there is good prize money to be had in this competition – bring along your favourite icon and join in the fun in the park.

The Postman’s thoughts are with the poor folk of Yarloop, whose town has been almost totally destroyed by fire.

One cannot even imagine the heartache they are experiencing as they decide whether or not they rebuild their town.

Indeed a tragedy!

Reader against Australia Day Editor, Australia Day or Republic Day. This decision is for all off us now in 2016.

How long will we be satisfied with another country’s head of state overseeing our affairs?

It represents the cultural cringe we have never lost. We are better and deserve better than this state of affairs.

How long are we going to

celebrate Australia Day on the 26th January?

It just happens that date represents Invasion Day for indigenous peoples around Australia. For the first people, it is disrespectful and an affront to their culture, and a yearly stumbling block to genuine reconciliation.

Kingsley Warburton Bombala

Mt Darragh upgrade needed Editor, I use your column to support Glen Cotter on calling for the upgrade of the Mt Darragh Road.

Having run the whole of Mt Darragh Road on my recent fund raising run for MS Aust. I would think I have had a closer look at the present condition of the road that motorists face on a daily basis. The surface is lifting in many areas.

The fierce storm I encountered from Wyndam to the top of the mountain showed where the drainage was non existent let alone the washed away edges.

Need I mention the single lane bridges Duncan Gay Minister for Roads in my opinion is the best performing minister in the Baird government however, Mr Gay has forgotten where the first rung of the ladder was when he first joined the National Party.

I first met Duncan in 1987- he was working tirelessly for country people.

Now it seems his priorities appear to be only in the city of Sydney.

The city get the roads, the transport system and lower fuel prices while we in Eden Monaro get forgotten till election falls upon us.

Duncan Gay, this road is a major arterial road carrying heavy vehicles, school buses, caravanners and log trucks.

Your government has a duty of care to the ratepayers and voters of Eden Monaro.

Get your cheque book out fund the money urgently needed to bring this road in the bush to acceptable safe standards.

Denis Reid Queanbeyan

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COOMA-MONARO SHIRE COUNCIL WEEKLY NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION

13th January, 2016

building a better community

COUNCIL communiqué COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8 2016, COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ 5.30PM Council will be holding its ordinary council meeting Monday 8 February 2016, commencing at 5.30pm with Public Forum at 6.00pm where residents are welcome to address Council on any matter. Please ensure you arrive

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRY (UPPER BUNYAN GRAVEL PIT)

at 5.45pm if you wish to address council.

Business Papers are available to the public on Council’s website www.cooma.nsw.gov.au the Thursday of the week preceding the meeting.

COOMA-MONARO SETTLEMENTS STRATEGY 2016-2036 Council is in the process of preparing a 20 year strategy to guide future development in the main settlement areas of the Shire. A Discussion Paper has been prepared which highlights various issues related to the development of the Shire as a whole and these areas. The Discussion Paper is an opportunity for the community to put forward ideas about where it would like to be in 20 years time.

The Cooma-Monaro Settlements Strategy 2016-2036

Discussion Paper is on exhibition from Thursday, 17 December 2015 to Friday, 26 February 2016. Copies of the Discussion Paper can be obtained from Council’s Office and Council’s website at www.cooma.nsw.gov. au. A copy is on display at Council’s Office, the Library and the Visitors Centre.

Please address submissions to the General Manager, Cooma Monaro Shire Council, PO Box 714, COOMA NSW 2630 or email council@cooma.nsw.gov.au.

WEATHER PERMITTING THE FOLLOWING WORKS WILL CONTINUE Commissioner/Vale Street Intersection Upgrade Tuross Road Maintenance Grading Tinderry Road Maintenance Grading Carpenters Road Maintenance Grading Tinderry Road Gravel Resheeting (R2R) Tuross Road Gravel Resheeting and maintenance Countegany Road Shoulder Repairs Numeralla Road Shoulder Repairs Old Bega Road Pothole Repairs Badja Road Road Realignment Hindmarsh Creek Box Culverts Jerangle Road Culvert extensions and Gravel Resheeting (R2R) The Peak Road Gravel Maintenance

BLACKBERRY CONTROL

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COMMISSIONER/VALE STREET INTERSECTION UPGRADE Council are well underway on the intersection upgrade, estimated completion of the project is at the end of February. Temporary Pedestrian crossings have been established outside the work area to allow works to progress whilst maintaining safe pedestrian crossing.

The purpose of the project is to improve

the pedestrian crossing at this busy intersection. Pedestrian crossings will be moved slightly back from corners, and traffic flow through the intersection streamlined; this will improve visibility of pedestrians. In addition to this the pedestrian crossing will be upgraded to meet the standards for all-access ramps.

Cooma-Monaro Shire Council is currently undertaking Blackberry control in areas of the Shire. Blackberries are a declared noxious weed within Cooma-Monaro Shire and must be effectively controlled.

Council predominantly controls Blackberries with the herbicide Grazon Extra or a mixture of Glyphosate and Metsulfuron Methyl. Fruit ingested from treated Blackberry plants may contain traces of these herbicides, which if ingested may result in adverse health conditions.

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Consent Authority Cooma-Monaro Shire Council (Determination of the development application will be made by the Southern Region Joint Regional Planning Panel, unless it decides not to exercise this function).

Council is in receipt of an amended EIS made by way of objection, the grounds for an Extractive Industry Application of objection must be specified in the for the above proposal. The proposal submission. Any submission should will extract up to 20,000 tonnes per include: year over 20 years and will disturb 20ha a) The name and address/phone of land. The proposal is designated number of the objector (if this information development under the Environmental is not provided, Council will not be able Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 and to contact you further regarding your an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) submission); has been prepared. b) The reasons for any objection; Any interested persons may inspect the c) A Political Donations & Gifts full Application, including the amended Declaration or Disclosure Statement EIS during the exhibition period from 18 (available on Council’s website or in hard December 2015 to 1 February 2016 at: copy at Council Offices) - Council’s Environmental Services Submissions can be sent to PO Box 714 Division at 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma NSW 2630 or council@cooma.

Cooma (8.30am to 4.45pm weekdays), nsw.gov.au - The Department of Planning’s regional Please note that under the Government offices at Wollongong (Level 2, 84 Crown Information (Public Access) Act, 2009, Street, Wollongong) Council cannot guarantee confidentiality - Queanbeyan (Suite U107, 1st Floor in relation to any submission, except in Riverside Plaza, 131-139 Monaro Street, certain circumstances.

Queanbeyan) Any person who makes a submission by - Council’s website at www.cooma.nsw way of objection and is dissatisfied with gov.au. the determination of the application may - Monaro Regional Library – Vale Street appeal to the Land and Environment Court Cooma within 28 days of the date the application A copy of the EIS can be purchased from is determined. However, if the Planning Council for $25.00.

Assessment Commission reviews the Any person may make a written proposal, the Minister’s decision is final submission during the exhibition period and cannot be appealed. regarding the application. Any written Should you have any queries regarding submission should be addressed to the this Application please contact Council’s General Manager of Council and must Environmental Services Division on (02) be received before 5.00pm, Monday, 6455 1911.

February 1, 2016. If a submission is

MESSAGE FROM THE COUNCIL WEEDS OFFICE The Noxious Weeds Manager wishes to inform land owners and land occupiers that Council Weeds Officers will be conducting property inspections in the following areas over the next two weeks: • Monaro Highway • McLachlan River • Rose Valley • Bumbalong Weeds Officers will also be conducting

COOMA COMMUNITY CONTACT CENTRE The Cooma Community Contact Centre will be open for our clients as follows: • Wednesday 13 January 2016 – Arts and Craft – Working on the art exhibition / advertising etc.

Blackberry control is currently being undertaken within public reserves, roadsides, river corridors and private lands.

For further information contact Council’s Noxious Weed Management Service on (02) 6455 1941.

SENIOR STAFF

Deputy Mayor Rogan Corbett 0412 722 505

Councillor Martin Hughes 0405 209 685

Councillor Angela Ingram 0410 036 671

Councillor Tony Kaltoum 6452 1730

Councillor Craig Mitchell 0429 383 388

Councillor Ignazio Mondello 0407 714 460

Councillor Winston Phillips 0487 430 000

• Thursday 14 January 2016 – Music and afternoon tea • Tuesday 19 January 2016- The ‘Vibrant Games’ Program beings at 10 am – Let The Games Begin!

FREE KIDS MOVIE DAY

Council is responsible for 8 Community Halls and the Cooma Multifunction Centre.

Mayor Dean Lynch 0419 295 954

roadside inspections in isolated areas of the Shire as required.

For information on Noxious Weeds Management contact Council’s Weed Management Services on (02) 6455 1941. www.cooma.nsw.gov.au/environmental/ weeds Email: council@cooma.nsw.gov.au

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COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS

General Manager John Vucic Phone: 02 6455 1777 Director of Corporate Services Stephen Molloy Fax: 02 6455 1799 Director of Engineering Services Linda Nicholson Web: www.cooma.nsw.gov.au Director of Environmental Services Peter Smith Email: council@cooma.nsw.gov.au After Hours Emergency Contacts WATER 0417 278 056 WASTEWATER 0419 251 378 RECREATION 0427 011 144 ROADS 0447 415 150

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ICPA aims to helps Adaminaby friendship day students in the bush The Isolated Children’s Parents’ Association of NSW (ICPA) is a voluntary non-profit lobby organisation that has its roots firmly embedded in rural and remote areas and has a large network of branches throughout the state, with a state council made up of thirteen voluntary positions.

ICPA-NSW has never sought anything on behalf of its members, which is not available to other students. ICPA-NSW believes that all students, irrespective of where they live, should have the opportunity to receive the education they require to participate to their full potential in the social, economic, political and cultural life of the community.

ICPA-NSW believes that access to education for geographically isolated students can be difficult and this is where ICPA-NSW advocates on behalf of families who have children who may be educated by: attending a rural preschool or access early childhood through a mobile service; attending a small rural school; studying by distance education; traveling to school by bus or private vehicle (daily, weekly or at the end of term; living away from home to access primary or

secondary schools at a boarding school, agricultural high school, hostel, private board or maintaining a second home or attending a tertiary institution – university/TAFE/college.

Membership entitles people to copies of the ICPA quarterly newsletter “The Top Wire” and the national magazine “Pedals”. These publications contain information on scholarships, allowances and information that affect a child’s education.

Many boarding school also offer scholarships to children of ICPA members.

Members are the policy makers of the ICPA_NSW. This meant that branches bring their issues to State Conference for debate.

If their motion is passed by a majority vote, then that issue becomes the policy for the State Council. The issues are taken to where they are directed, usually politicians and advisors, for action.

Access to education for geographically isolated students can be expensive in therms of time and money. ICPA=NSW believes in regional development and keeping employment and training opportunities in the bush.

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Patricia Wilson nee Constance, Joyce Vaz nee Constance, Eddy Vaz and Max Constance at the Adaminaby Friendship Picnic day last Sunday.

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COUNCIL SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR THE SUPPLY OF WASTE AND RECYCLING BINS Snowy River Shire Council invites Expression’s of Interest (EOI) to quote for the supply of Waste and Recycling Bins for the purposes of Commercial and Domestic Collection services.

The EOI’s are to include the cost for supply, unit cost and delivery.

Bin specifications are: • 1100 Litre Steel with Black Flat Lid, wheels with breaks • 360 Litre Standard Dark Green Bins with Yellow Lid, Snowy River Logo Hot Stamp, RFID chip • 240 Litre Standard Dark Green Bins, Red Lid, Snowy River Logo Hot Stamp, RFID chip Ongoing procurement is sought for supply and delivery for a 12 month period.

EOI submissions are to be received no later than 4.30pm on Friday, 29 January 2016. Submissions must be addressed to the General Manager, using subject line “EOI - Supply Waste and Recycling Bins” and can be received by: Post: P.O Box 143 Berridale N.S.W 2628 Email: records@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au In person: Council Offices in Jindabyne or Berridale.

AUSTRALIA DAY 2016 The Community and Visitors of Snowy River Shire are invited to attend Australia Celebrations at the following two locations to be held on Tuesday, 26 January 2016: 9.00am - Banjo Paterson Park, Jindabyne Breakfast in the Park hosted by Lions Club of Jindabyne, Announcement of Australia Day Awards, Ambassador Speech and Citizenship Ceremonies 3pm - Adaminaby Announcement of Australia Day Awards, Ambassador Speech and Cake at the Big Trout Council is very pleased to announce that we will welcome Lindy Hou OAM, as Snowy River Shires 2016 Australia Day Ambassador.

Local Australia Day Awards Winners for each category will be announced in January 2016.

For further information, please contact Council’s Landfill Operations Supervisor on (02) 6451 1195.

COUNCIL SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR COLLECTION OF SCRAP STEEL FROM JINDABYNE LANDFILL Snowy River Shire Council invites Expression’s of Interest (EOI) for the collection of Scrap Steel at the Jindabyne Landfill.

It is proposed that the term of appointment is for a one time collection only for the collection of the current Scrap Steel pile at Jindabyne Landfill.

EOI submissions are to be received by no later than 4.30pm on Friday, 29 January 2016. Submissions must be addressed to the General Manager using subject line “EOI - Scrap Steel Collection” and can be received by: Post: P.O Box 143 Berridale N.S.W 2628 Email: records@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au In person: Council Offices in Jindabyne or Berridale.

For any further information, please contact Council’s Landfill Operations Supervisor on 02 6451 1195.

To register call Neil, Community Support Program 0484 125 958 nm4653@iprimus.com.au

COUNCIL POLICIES ON PUBLIC EXHIBITION

SNOWY RIVER SHIRE’S NOXIOUS WEEDS – LANDHOLDERS PANEL MEETING

The following two draft policies are on public exhibition until 31 January 2016 and are available on Councils website: https://www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au/570/Public-Exhibition

To assist the Vegetation Management Unit with understanding weed issues experienced by landholders, a Landholders Panel Meeting is convened twice a year. This meeting provides an opportunity for landholders to raise concerns directly with Council and to receive updates on issues and initiatives affecting the Shire and NSW.

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ENV 026 – Burials on Private Land Policy

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ENV 006 - Cemeteries Policy

The success of initiatives to combat noxious weeds is reliant upon the support and commitment from the community. Council receives many inquiries regarding maintenance of weeds on Council land and on the enforcement of effective weed control on private land.

Therefore, a forum for open and honest discussion is imperative.

Members of the Public are invited to comment on Snowy River Shire Council’s Documents. All comments should be made in writing and addressed to the General Manager, quoting the document reference.

Traditionally meetings are held at the Council Chambers in Berridale commencing at 5.30pm. Council is seeking comment from interested Landholders who would like to attend the next scheduled meeting in March 2016 and advice in relation to a suitable time for the meeting and location.

Members of the Public are invited to comment and make a submission regarding the Policy documents. All comments should be made in writing and addressed to the General Manager, quoting the document reference to PO Box 143 Berridale, NSW 2628 or by email to: records@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au

Comments can be provided directly to Councils Manager of Operations by email to records@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au using subject line “Landholders Panel Meeting – March 2016” or by telephone on PH 6451 1195.

JOIN YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY DRUG ACTION TEAM

EMPLOYMENT Council currently has the following positions available: Position

Applications Close

The Snowy Community Drug Action Team (CDAT) will next meet on Tuesday 9 Feb 2016, 2pm at the Snowy Mountains Neighbourhood Centre.

Water and Sewer Engineer Admin Officer Operations – Open Space Management Construction Worker Truck Driver Vegetation Management Officer Casual Waste Operations Worker Casual Aged Care Workers

28 January 2016 31 January 2016 31 January 2016 31 January 2016 On-going Recruitment On-going Recruitment

Help plan events for 2016. Email lynne8@tpg.com.au

For further enquiries please contact Human Resources on (02) 6451 1124.

The Australian Drug Foundation supports Community Drug Action Teams (CDATs). CDATs are groups of volunteers across New South Wales who work together with the goal to minimise and prevent the harmful use of alcohol and other drugs in their neighbourhoods.

COUNCIL FACEBOOK PAGE “Like” our Snowy River Shire Council Facebook page and keep up to date with Council and Community news and events.

MAYOR: Clr John Cahill - 0427239006 DEPUTY MAYOR: Clr Peter Beer - 0438619 914 2 Myack Street, PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2630

COUNCILLORS: Clr Vickii Wallace - 6456 6780 Clr John Shumack - 0417 682 644 Clr Bob Frost - 0408 167 767 Clr Colin Stewart- Beardsley - 0405 548 132 Clr Bill Smits - 0427 239 872 / 6456 3573

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AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES Roads: 0428 637 307 Landfill: 0428 411 045 Water & Sewage: 0419 426 317 / 0408 484 853 Fire Control: 6456 4555

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Introducing the Berridale Lions The Berridale Lions Club members are always on hand to help with barbecues at community events, such as the Easter and spring fairs in town.

BOMBALA COUNCIL GENERAL MANAGER: Ms Ngaire McCrindle

The Office of Local Government has now advised Council of the process for the next stage of the Bombala, Cooma, Snowy River Merger Proposal.

The Office of Local Government has appointed Renata Brooks as the Delegate of the Chief Executive of the Office of Local Government to examine and report on the proposal. Council is meeting with Ms. Brooks today as the first part of this process. Ms. Brooks will also be holding a public inquiry in Bombala at some stage in early to mid-February and this will be advertised once it is known.

Written public submissions to the Delegate on this merger proposal close on 28 February. The website www.councilboundaryreview.nsw.gov.au provides details of the proposal and how to make a submission. Alternatively Council can provide you with this information. The community is encouraged to make their views known.

In 1974 it was decided that the men from Berridale who had joined the Lions Club of Jindabyne prior to that date should form a new club at Berridale with the Jindabyne Lions Club as sponsor.

The new Club started off strongly and over the years engaged with the community constructing a park, installing playground equipment supplied by the Shire, assisting the elderly and disadvantaged with physical and monetary assistance.

The Club members meet twice monthly with one meeting being a Dinner Meeting However the Club recognises that members have priorities before the Club, whether it is family, work, religion etc.

Consequently the Club does not expect full participation by all members at all meetings and events. You do what you can.

The Club has a commitment to both the local and wider community.

This is expressed by physical work such as helping lay the concrete walk along Myack

Creek, cleaning up properties, providing firewood. As well donations are made to such groups as Monaro Mobile Preschool, Berridale and Dalgety Schools, local Bush Fire Brigades. On occasions the Club also supports local youth striving to achieve in their field of endeavour. The Australia Day celebration is also a Club organised event.

On occasions the Club provide special equipment such as oxygen on demand machines for the local doctors to distribute.

In the wider community the Club donates to Lions Save Sight, Drug Awareness, Hearing Dogs and Prostrate Cancer research.

Where a project is too large for Berridale Club to go it alone other Clubs in the zone cooperate to provide such things as providing surgical beds to Cooma Hospital.

To support the giving by the Club members engage in many fundraising activities such as the Easter and Spring Fairs, property auction catering, weed spraying and special event catering.

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In the last year Berridale Club has Donated $1000 to OOSH, $1000 to the Christmas Child Project, $400 to the Aitchison House Committee, $500 to the Dalgety Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day project, $500 to Snowy Hydro South Care, $400 to the Zimbabwe Goat project and committed $1000 to the Berridale Aged Hostel Committee to assist with the cost of group outings.

The Club continues to be active and its generosity is only limited by the number of people available in the Club to work to raise funds. Additionally the Club is always looking for new events and projects.

People in the community may have community projects in mind and by joining the Berridale Lions Club may see their projects materialise.

Anyone wanting to know more about the Club and how they may join in this worthwhile concern should contact President Tony Hayes on 64563547 or Secretary Stuart Reid on 64563371.

Bombala rainfall figures Following a period of hot and windy weather the region was happy to welcome heavy rain over the first week of 2016.

In the Bombala district this amounted to 64.8mm over five days, with the wettest period being over Sunday and Monday, January 3 and 4, when 39mms was received.

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main bridge on Tuesday, January 5.

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Brian William Kennedy, “Boots” Eulogy as read by Tammy and Aaron Before we begin; a eulogy cannot cover all of a person’s life, nor every person he met or the context in which they met. We each have our own memories of Brian, some that stand out to us more than others.

To me it will always be Uncle Brian’s sense of humour.

Whether it be at a comic, cartoon, a joke, a tv show or just somebody doing something silly; he would break out in huge laughter, laugh till he couldn’t talk and tears would roll down his face. And he would set us all off in hysterics too.

Each of us this week seems to have our own ideas on the origin of his nickname, “Boots”…with no firm answer, we will leave that for you to add your thoughts later in the day!

To each of you, treasure your memories of Brian William Kennedy, “Boots”.

Brian was the younger child and only son of Nicholas Joseph Coffey Kennedy (known simply as “Bill”) and his wife, Ivy May Oliver.

Brian was born on June 10, 1946 in Sydney due to Ivy’s ill-health.

Brian had three older sisters. There was 19 years difference between Brian and his eldest sister, Cath. It was almost like two families, with Cath and Enid born in 1927 and 1928, and then Heather and Brian in 1940 and 1946.

Both Cath and Enid predeceased Brian; Cath in 1999 and Enid in 2013.

Each of the siblings had a family nickname. Cath was “Nashie”, Enid was “Peanut”, Heather is “Mouse” and Brian was “Bugs”.

The Kennedy family lived in Queen Street. With Bill and Ivy busy out on the farms at “Glendon”, “Rocky Point” and “Little Plains”, Cath and Enid looked after Heather and Brian.

In 1948 Cath married Don Smith. At the time, Brian had a toy pedal car with a trailer attached. Once when Don visited he got into the trailer while Brian pedalled the car very fast down the hill in the backyard; Brian made a very sharp turn on a bend and Don rolled out, just missing the grinding stone.

With no-one hurt it was a huge laugh for all.

In 1953 Enid married Stan Roberts and the house in Queen Street was enlarged to cater for the married couple.

With both older sisters married, Heather - only six years older than Brian - helped care for him. One can only imagine the mischief the pair got into…such as the time they witnessed Tiddledease the cat standing belly high in the bowls of milk that Ivy was waiting to separate. Fearing for the life of their cat, they didn’t tell their parents, but neither Brian nor Heather drank milk till they knew that batch was gone!

Bill used to take Brian and Heather to “Glendon” (out past the Golf Club) on the sulky.

They played in amongst the big rocks making cubby houses, and Brian enjoyed the picnic lunch that Ivy packed.

In 1959 Bill, Ivy, Heather and Brian moved to the Chusan Street house, where Brian had his own room in the middle of the house.

Brian attended St Joseph’s Catholic School until he was 16. He then went to work in Ted Gaunson’s Mill near the Chusan Street house.

Brian wanted to learn to drive.

There was an old Blitz truck at the mill with no brakes. Each day at lunchtime Jimmy Roderick and Brian used to hop into the truck and drive round and round the mill yard till Brian knew how to drive.

Brian next went to work at the Bombala Shire as a grader operator. George Phillips taught Brian to drive the grader.

In 1970 Brian met Gay Maree Kelland. Gay worked at the Dry Cleaners. It wasn’t long till the pair were engaged in Sydney, while visiting a truck show.

In 1972 Brian and Gay were married in this very church on the 22nd January. Which equates to them being married for 43 years. Brian’s Best Man was Steve Hart and Gay’s Maid of Honour was Connie Smith.

For their honeymoon Brian and Gay travelled NSW visiting all the sights. Brian also learnt that when crossing flood waters in northern NSW it’s not a great idea to have loose groceries laying on the back floor, with Gay having to rescue them as flood waters entered their EH Holden, and all awhile Brian calling the incoming traffic “idiots”.

Returning to Bombala, Brian and Gay settled into their home at 42 Young Street, making it always warm and inviting for any guests.

Brian continued to work at the Bombala Council on his much loved grader. He would walk to and from work picking small items from shrubs and plants which he thought he could strike in his much loved garden.

Brian was very garden proud and very particular about how he kept things, with not much ever being out of place, including his much loved Holden cars which in my memory always looked in absolute pristine condition. Definitely something he always prided himself on.

And I must say, with Brian always being a Holden man, I’m not sure how he would now feel about Gay driving a Toyota Corolla, although he’d reckon it was a pretty good looking car.

Before retiring at age 65 Brian received a gold watch and a certificate of appreciation for long service, which he was also proud of. Brian worked at the Bombala Council for a total of 42 years, solely operating a grader.

After retiring he spent time at his house with wife Gay, where they spent many a day in their much loved garden.

Here they have very fond memories of each other and although Brian has now left us, I know these memories will continue.

One at Rest Think of me as one at rest, for me you should not weep.

I have no pain, no troubled thoughts, for I am just asleep.

The thinking, living me that was, is forever still And life goes on without me, as time forever will.

If your heart is heavy now, because I’ve gone away Dwell no longer upon it friend, for none of us can stay.

Those of you who liked me, I sincerely thank you all And those of you who loved me, I thank you most of all.

The answer to life’s riddles, in life I never knew, I go in hope that now I will, and even so will you.

O foolish, foolish me that was, I who was so small, I have wondered, even worried, at the mystery of it all, And in my fleeting life span, as time went swiftly by, I found some time to hesitate, to laugh, to love, to cry.

Matter it now if time began, if time will ever cease?

I was here, I used it all, and now I am at peace.

B O M B A L A C O U N C I L

Council meeting The first Council meeting for 2016 will take place at Council Chambers on Wednesday 20 January from 6.30pm. Community members are encouraged to attend.

Boco Rock Community Fund Successful applicants under the first round of the Boco Rock Community Fund are reminded that acquittals for their projects are now due. If you require assistance please contact our Economic Development Manager Karen Cash on 64583555.

speak with members and admire the beautifully restored engines.

Delegate Progress Association The Borderline and Bundian Way Galleries are open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10-3 and Saturday 10-2, other times by appointment contact 64588388. Plans for the March of the Snowy River Men 100 years on are now well in hand. Sunday 24 January will see the main street of Delegate come alive with the colours and sounds of celebration.

Southern Monaro Community Fund will be holding their street stall Friday 17 January, 2016.

New Web Site Council is extremely pleased to announce that our new website is now up and running. We would value community feedback on the site which can be accessed via www.bombala.nsw.gov.au. Your feedback can be lodged on the site or by calling Council directly on 64 583 555.

Community Group News Bombala Historic Engine and Machinery Society The Society will be holding its regular running day Sunday 17 January. This is a great opportunity to

Coming Events Be Involved…Be Inspired Holiday Activities Program, Australia Day Celebrations at Delegate and The March of the Snowy River Men 100 years on.

Monday 18th January FABRIC PAINTING 10.30am at the Railway buildings Gold coin donation

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Bombala CTC. Cost: $10 each, includes lunch for juniors and snacks for seniors. Juniors 10 am-1 pm Seniors 1.30 pm-4 pm Thursday 21st January ACTIVITIES AT THE POOL 11am-1pm with a free BBQ lunch.

Friday 22nd January BOOK READING 10.30am-11am @ the library . Free.

Saturday 23th January Australia Day Celebrations at Delegate. This is the 60th consecutive Australia Day event to be held in the Bombala Council area. That’s a record! Face painting, stalls, great speakers and all the fun of the fair to kick off a fantastic weekend.

Sunday 24th January The centenary celebrations of the March of the Snowy River Men. The March left Delegate on January 16 1916. The spectacle continues with keynote speaker Peter FitzSimons AM, the Band of the Royal Military College and an Air Force flyover, street parade, stalls and more!!

Wednesday 20th January COMPUTER GAMES @

COUNCIL RECEPTION DETAILS Ph: 6458 3555 71 Caveat St Fax: 6458 3777

Mayor: BOB STEWART Council@bombala.nsw.gov.au Deputy Mayor: STEVE GOODYEAR www.bombala.nsw.gov.au GENERAL MANAGER: NGAIRE MCCRINDLE

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New Bubs Club All parents and their babies (less than one year old) are welcome to attend every Tuesday (closed over January) 11am to 12:30pm Cooma New Bubs Club group meets every Tuesday for a cuppa and a chat. Our wonderful guest speakers attend on a regular basis to share some of their knowledge with us. See over for 2016 program.

Sometimes sessions change if speakers are unable to attend.

Other guest speakers may be arranged in the spare sessions.

Location: Jack Howard Centre - Family Care Cottage Cooma Hospital car park ark next to the helicopter landing pad For Further information please contact the Child and Family Nurse at Cooma Community Health at 6455 3201 Guest Speakers Feb 2nd - First session for 2016 Pavla Munclinger, C&FHN Feb 9th - Childhood Immunisation Pavla Munclinger, C&FHN Feb 16th - Healthy Lifestyle Programs Monica Alcock, Health Promotion Feb 23rd - Basic Life Support Karen Evans, RN Educator Mar 8th - Sleep and Settling Sue McPhie, C&FHN Mar 22nd - Childhood Diseases Dr. David Learoyd, GP Apr 5th - Challenges of Mothering

(and discuss massage) Yvi Henderson,FSS Apr 19th - Looking After Yourself Alex Chandler, MH Councellor May 3rd - First Aid for Babies Kylie Phillips, RN Educator May 17th - Secret Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Jane Redmond, WHN June 7th - Infant and Toddler Nutrition Emma Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Cass, Dietician Safety Sandra Crimmins, June 21st - Home Ho Day Care Monaro Family D our Children Alison July 5th - Protecting Pro Howell, CPCS July 19th - Meeting Milestones, which toys? Justin McKeogh, wh OT O Aug 9th - Basic Life Support Kerron Ramsay, RN Educator Aug 23rd - Oral Health Lyndall Parker Dental Therapist Sept 13th - Sleep and Settling Sue McPhie, C&FHN Sept 27th - Childcare Options Directors from Cooma Childcare services Oct 4th - Childhood Movement and Development Susan Mitchell, Physio Oct 18th - First Aid for Babies Kylie Phillips, RN Educator Oct 31st - Speech and Communication Cathy Shorten, Speech Therapist Nov 8th - Yoga for Mums and Babies Sus McPhie, Yoga Instructor Nov 22nd - Thinking of going back to work?

Dec 13th - Christmas party (everyone please bring a plate).

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Preparing school lunches Lunch is a critical part of your child’s school day and not just because it breaks up the learning with some hunger busting.

Kids who eat well at school are better at concentrating and staying ‘on task’ than those who don’t. Kids with a good lunch tucked away may also be better behaved with an increased capacity to learn.

A healthy lunch box is actually a pretty critical part of learning!

Which is why so many of us give it so much thought: Mums, it’s definitely the right thing to do. ’Balanced‘ has always been the nutritional buzzword and the experts don’t mean chocolate biscuits to one side, fruit to the other… choc bickies are not really welcome in the lunch box, at least, not regularly.

Nutritional guidelines To understand a healthy balance, we need to understand current nutritional guidelines.

Bear in mind that these change from time to time, but what we’re basically looking at is: • Food pyramid decoder • How to pack a healthy lunch box • Lunch box nutrition tips • Healthy snack guidelines • What does a balanced meal actually look like?

• Five fun ways to teach your kids about healthy food choices

• The art of veggie smuggling Now, this is all lovely to know, but sometimes almost impossible to implement with some kids. It would be great to serve kids five serves of vegetables a day and some mums manage to do so, but some kids won’t let a single vegetable willingly pass their lips.

Sigh.

As a result, some mums must become vegetable smugglers and continue to do so for as long as it takes .

Gluten-free options Plenty of kids can’t eat gluten and while there are options for gluten-free bread to make sandwiches, it makes sense to have lots of ideas for non-gluten lunch boxes up your sleeve.

Lunch box Fatigue It’s normal to suffer from Lunch Box fatigue, whether it hits you late in the school year or sometime in the first week.

Packing the lunch boxes is generally a monotonous, thankless, uninspired task… at least, it used to be.

Now you’ve got this definitive guide you’re going to feel a whole lot better, I promise!

Great ways to overcome lunch box fatigue: To keep things nutritionally sound, it’s a good idea to pack a variety of foods in any given week.

You can keep track of what’s

going in the box with a lunch box planner.

To simplify things even further, have a standard lunch box recipe (1 part dairy, 2 parts fruit, 2 parts vegetable, etc) as a framework and add food from there.

You could also have a system where you make a different lunch each day of the week, but rotate it weekly – Mondays is chicken sandwiches, Tuesdays mini quiches, Wednesdays cheese fingers, etc.

Keeping things cold or hot A school bag left on a hook outside a sunny classroom on a hot day is just asking for trouble.

Here are some ideas for keeping things at an optimal temperature: Ask your child’s teacher about the possibility of storing the bags in the shade (this is not always possible, but definitely worth an ask).

Use an insulated lunch bag and pack a cold pack to keep the lunch box cold or pack a hot lunch into a thermos to keep it at a safe temperature.

Freeze your child’s drink bottle and put it near perishable foods like dairy, meats or eggs.

Take some short cuts You might need to pack a lunch box Monday to Friday, but that doesn’t mean you have to make lunches every day.

Cheese scones These cheesy scones are a delicious savoury treat.

Cut them in half and eat them with butter or stuff them with ham and tomato. serves: 8

Ingredients 2 cups self-raising flour ½ teaspoon salt 50g butter, plus ¼ teaspoon more for greasing pan 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, finely grated ¾ cup whole milk, plus 1 tablespoon more for brushing Method Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly grease a baking sheet using the ¼ teaspoon butter, and set aside.

In a mixing bowl, mix flour, and salt together.

Place butter in the mixture and using your fingertips rub the butter together with the flour until you have a mixture resembling course

breadcrumbs.

Mix in the milk and almost all the cheese, reserving about 1 tablespoon.

Once it’s loosely combined, turned out the mixture onto a clean kitchen bench and knead together until the mixture takes a dough form – avoid over-working the dough as this will make for heavy scones.

Knead for about 1 minute gently and form a 20cm diameter round about 2 cm thick.

Cut 5-6cm circles out using either a knife or a round cookie cutter.

Place the cut circles touching side by side on the baking sheet and bake for ten minutes.

Remove from oven and then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.

Put back in the oven for another 2-3 minutes until they are nicely golden. Serve immediately.

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Savoury muffins These delicious savoury muffins are a great meal on the run and go well in kids’ and adults’ lunch boxes. They are easy to whip up, and once you master this recipe, you will be able to make savoury muffins from whatever you have on hand. Serves: 12 | prep: 0:10 | cook 0:20 Ingredients 2 cups (300g) self-raising flour 3/4 cup (55g) grated tasty

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Back to school supplies checklist Take the stress out of heading back to school, by taking stock now and getting organised.

As we get closer to the kids heading back to school, to ensure we kick the school year off with an organised start, now is the time to do a back to school supplies audit.

Quite often at the end of the year, we hit the last days of the school term tired and we may have just put away the school stuff in order to get ready for Christmas. There is nothing worse than trying to gather the school hat the night before school starts, only to find it missing!

Take some time now to go through the items below and make sure you will have everything on hand by the time school starts back: Have you picked up book list items?

If you are yet to fill your book list, Officeworks offers an easy book list service. Even if your school is not listed they have standard packs per state and you can choose per year level. The order process allows you to look at the school book list items and either enter the quantity of each item you would like to order or stick with the standard order quantities and add them all to the cart. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want all of the items you can simply delete items off the list that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t require.

Are school bags clean and in working order?

While you have some warm days, it is the perfect opportunity to get the kids to completely empty out their bags and give them a thorough wipe out. Then check all zips are in working order and that the kids can

manage them. As an adult we can manage zips that are a little tricky, but they can make accessing their lunch and books hard for small children.

Are school lunch boxes clean and in working order?

Depending on how long you have had your lunch boxes for or if you have a child starting school, it may be time to purchase a new lunch box and water bottle. Many schools are heading towards rubbish free lunch boxes and even if your school isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, having a rubbish free lunch box sets a great example for the kids with regard to taking care of our environment.

Do the school and sports shoes fit?

Our kids need both runners and formal school shoes for school.

Check to see if shoes still fit and are comfortable. There are plenty of sales on at this time, so make sure you do some research online before you head out to the shops so you can get the best deal.

School uniform check Do all the pieces of the summer uniform fit? Are they all labelled?

Can you find the school hat? Do you have a house spare?

Can you find the school socks?

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Currently taking enrolments for 2016, we provide quality programs and care for children aged six weeks to five years.

Our Preschool Program runs 52 weeks of the year and is implemented by a qualified early childhood teacher, who also guides other pedagogical leaders and educators to provide programs within the 0-2 and 2-3 rooms.

We are excited to announce the introduction of our new Life Long Learning, Transition to

School Program, which has been created to support children aged three to five years in their journey of lifelong learning, and for their transition to school. This framework is designed to complement the current curriculum that is implemented within our centre, and aligns perfectly with the approved learning frameworks nationally.

If you would like further information regarding Daisyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Childcare and Preschool Service, please contact us on (02) 6452 5363 or email info@ coomachildcare.com.au

Back To School 2016

Outstanding concert by the talented Cooma Dance kids

SMGS students should be proud of HSC results Students at Snowy Mountains Grammar School continue to be the highest performing students in the region, with students achieving ATAR results above 97 since 2012.

This is a reflection of the hard work of students, school staff and their parents.

We are particular proud of our School Dux, Magdalen Tugwell on achieving an ATAR of 98.45 this year. Congratulations Maggie!

In 2015, the HSC students achieved: • 90 percent of all subjects achieved Band 5 or 6 results • 100 percent Bands 5 and 6 achieved for all Design and Technology Students • 100 percent Bands 5 and 6 achieved for all English Extension 1 Students • 100 percent Bands 5 and 6 achieved for all Mathematics 2 students • 84 percent Bands 5 and 6 achieved for all music students • 80 percent Bands 5 and 6 achieved for all Mathematics Extension 1 students

“We are extremely proud of our students, in terms of both their academic results and how well they conduct themselves and grow and mature during their time at our school”, said Mr Andrew Bell, Principal of Snowy Mountains Grammar School.

“Each year our Year 12 students lead our school with distinction and are regularly involved with the Junior School students, being buddies and assisting them by modelling caring and respectful relationships including constant community service in the local community”, he added.

Snowy Mountains Grammar Schools offers an educational opportunity like no other in Australia.

With creditable research demonstrating that students in education across the globe are disengaging from learning and

school, at Snowy Mountains Grammar School we are heading in the opposite direction and engaging students in areas in which they love to learn.

For more information and to join our school community, please contact Mrs Joan Herringer (Registrar) on (02) 657 1022 or joan. herringer@smgs.nsw.edu.au.

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ENQUIRIES:

6452 6129 www.coomadance.com.au

t. 02 6457 1022 w. www.smgs.nsw.edu.au e. info@smgs.nsw.edu.au

Back To School 2016

Coaching talent at Monaro Dance Group

Schools in the district: Berridale Public Bombala High School

Numeralla Public SCEGGS Redlands

Delegate Public

Snowy Mountains Grammar School

Bombala Public

Jerangle Public

Bredbo Public

Jindabyne Central

Snowy Mountains Christian school

Cabramurra

Monaro High School

St Patrick’s Parish school

Nimmitabel Public

St Josephs’ Parish school

Cooma Public Tel 6452 2334 Fax 6452 2134 Email oplay@bigpond.net.au 69 Massie Street COOMA NSW

Public Dalgety Public

Cooma North

ENROLLING NOW COOMA

BOMBALA

Wednesday 27th January 2016 Cooma Studio - Cnr Bradley and Harris St From 3pm-6pm

Thursday 28th January 2016 Anglican Church Hall From 3:30pm-5:30pm

Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop and Boys only classes We specialise in Eisteddfod training & offer Royal Academy of Dance exam classes

Kayla Ross

R.A.D Principal enquiries@monarodancecentre.com.au www.monarodancecentre.com.au 6452 7600 or 0423 303 180

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

ABC (2)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News.

10.00 Gardening Aust.

10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News. 1.00 Adam Hills Tonight. 2.00 Kangaroo Dundee. 2.30 Catalyst. 3.00 One Plus One. 3.30 Aust Story. 4.00 The Cook And The Chef.

4.30 Eggheads. 5.00 News.

5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Lie To You? (PG) 8.30 Miss Fisherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Murder Mysteries. (M) 9.30 The Musketeers. (M) 10.35 Jimmy Fallon. 11.15 Judith Lucyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spiritual Journey. 11.45 Laid. Final.

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News.

10.00 Gardening Aust.

10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News. 1.00 Adam Hills Tonight. 2.00 Lie To You? 2.30 Catalyst. 3.00 One Plus One. 3.30 Aust Story. 4.00 The Cook And The Chef. 4.30 Eggheads.

5.00 News. 5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 QI. (PG) 8.30 New Tricks.

(PG) 9.30 Death Or Liberty.

(PG) 10.30 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.45 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.25 Crash Test Mummies And Daddies. (M) 11.55 Comedy Up Late.

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News.

10.00 Gardening Aust.

10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News.

1.00 New Tricks. 2.00 QI. 2.30 Catalyst. 3.00 One Plus One. 3.30 Aust Story.

4.00 The Cook And The Chef. 4.30 Eggheads. 5.00 News. 5.25 Grand Designs.

6.15 Pointless. (PG) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 A Taste Of Landline.

8.30 DCI Banks. (M) 10.00 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.15 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

(PG) 10.55 Rage. (MA15+)

6.00 Rage. 10.30 Rage Retro Month. 11.15 Pointless.

12.00 Grand Designs. 1.00 River Cottage Veg Every Day. 1.45 How Much Does Your Building Weigh, Mr Foster?

3.00 Attenboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Journey.

4.00 Wonders Of Life With Brian Cox. 5.00 Arthur Phillip: Governor, Sailor, Spy. 5.30 Inspector George Gently. 7.00 News. 7.30 Our Zoo. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Agatha Raisin: The Quiche Of Death.

(2014) (PG) 10.00 Agony Aunts. (M) 10.30 Agony Uncles. Final. (M) 11.00 The Kumars. (M) 11.30 Rage Retro Month. (MA15+)

6.00 Rage. 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 10.00 Making Australia Great: Inside Our Longest Boom. 11.00 Australia Wide. 11.30 Praise.

12.00 A Taste Of Landline.

12.30 Back Roads. 1.00 Our Zoo. 2.00 Soccer. W-League.

Round 14. Newcastle Jets v Brisbane Roar. 4.30 Kitchen Cabinet. 5.00 Time Scanners.

5.55 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 ABC News.

7.40 Grand Designs. (PG) 8.30 Vera. (M) 10.00 The Last Impresario. (M) 11.30 Movie: The Trip.

(2010) (MA15+)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News.

10.00 Gardening Aust.

10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Country House Rescue. Final.

12.00 News. 1.00 Antiques.

2.00 Time Scanners. 3.00 One Plus One. 3.30 Aust Story. 4.00 The Cook And The Chef. 4.30 Eggheads.

5.00 News. 5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. Final.

8.30 New Tricks. Final. (PG) 9.30 Miniseries: Exile. (M) 10.40 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.25 Golf. USPGA Tour.

Sony Open In Hawaii.

Highlights.

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News.

10.00 Gardening Aust.

10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News.

1.00 New Tricks. Final. 2.00 Antiques Master. Final. 2.30 Catalyst. 3.00 One Plus One. 3.30 Aust Story. 4.00 The Cook And The Chef.

4.30 Eggheads. 5.00 News.

5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. (PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Kangaroo Dundee.

8.30 Restoration Man. 9.20 Miniseries: Inside Men. (M) 10.25 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.10 Fortitude. (MA15+)

PRIME7 (6)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News.

12.00 Movie: Judy Moody And The Not Bummer Summer. (2011) (PG) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Chase Australia.

8.00 Highway Patrol. (PG) A man tries to do a runner.

8.30 Criminal Minds.

(M) The unit heads to Austin, Texas.

10.30 Marvelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M) 11.30 Grimm. (MA15+)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News.

12.00 Movie: Spooky Buddies. (2011) (G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Air Rescue. (PG) 7.30 Cats Make You Laugh Out Loud. (PG) Celebrates animals on the internet.

8.30 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) Amy tricks Sheldon.

9.30 The Goldbergs. (PG) 10.30 Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m A Teenage Grandmother. (PG) 11.30 Grimm. Final. (MA15+)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show Summer Series. (PG) 11.30 News.

12.00 Movie: Volcano: Fire On The Mountain. (1997) (PG) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.

8.30 Movie: Think Like A Man. (2012) (M) Chris Brown, Gabrielle Union.

Four couples struggle with their relationships.

11.05 Movie: At Any Price. (2012) (MA15+) Dennis Quaid.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Movie: Sharkwater. (2006) (PG) 2.00 The Amazing Race. (PG) 4.00 Air Crash Investigations. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 Border Security. (PG) 6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Movie: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. (2004) Anne Hathaway.

9.20 Movie: Ghostbusters II. (1989) (PG) Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd.

11.35 The Goldbergs. (PG) 12.00 State Of Affairs. (M)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 11.00 I Dream Of Jeannie. 11.30 Bewitched. 12.00 Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strictest Parents. 1.30 The Amazing Race. 3.30 Better Homes. 4.30 The Long Weekender. 5.00 News. 5.30 Highway Patrol. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Grease. (1978) (PG) John Travolta.

10.55 Lleyton Hewitt Interview. 11.25 Autopsy. (M)

6.00 Sunrise. David Koch and Samantha Armytage present the news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

10.00 Australian Open: Preview Show. A preview of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s matches at the Australian Open.

11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 1. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park.

6.00 Sunrise. David Koch and Samantha Armytage present the news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

9.00 Australian Open: Highlights. Highlights of the Australian Open.

10.30 Australian Open: Preview Show. A preview of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s matches at the Australian Open.

11.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Day 2. From Melbourne Park.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park.

WIN (8)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 WIN News.

1.00 Ellen. (PG) 2.00 Extra.

2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 Inside The Ku Klux Klan. (M) Takes a look inside the Ku Klux Klan.

9.30 Events That Changed The Eighties. (PG) 10.30 The Longest War. (PG) 11.30 Extra. 12.00 WINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All Australian News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 WIN News.

1.00 Ellen. (PG) 2.00 Extra.

2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 Great Getaways. (PG) 8.30 Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Expensive Food. (PG) Part 2 of 2.

9.30 The Truth About Looking Younger. (PG) 10.30 Embarrassing Bodies.

(M) 11.30 Extra. 12.00 WINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All Australian News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 WIN News.

1.00 Extra. 1.30 Cricket.

One-Day International Series.

Game 2. Australia v India.

Afternoon session.

6.00 Nine News.

6.10 WIN News.

6.30 Cricket. One-Day International Series.

Game 2. Australia v India.

Evening session. From the Gabba, Brisbane.

10.00 Movie: Law Abiding Citizen. (2009) (MA15+) Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx.

12.15 WINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All Australian News.

6.00 PAW Patrol. 6.30 Dora. 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 Mornings: Summer.

12.00 Australian Geographic Adventures. 12.30 Hot In Cleveland. 1.00 The Middle.

1.30 Party Of Five. 2.30 Movie: Getting Even With Dad. (1994) 4.30 Australian Geographic Explores TimorLeste. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Fishing Australia.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 Movie: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island. (2012) (PG) 9.00 Movie: The Switch.

(2010) (M) Jennifer Aniston.

11.00 Movie: Something To Talk About. (1995) (M)

6.00 PAW Patrol. 6.30 Dora. 7.00 Weekend Today.

10.00 My Surf TV. 10.30 Surfing. World League. 2015 Billabong Pipe Masters. 11.30 Endangered. 12.30 The Wild Life Of Tim Faulkner. 1.00 The Middle. 1.30 Cricket.

One-Day International Series.

Game 3. Australia v India.

Afternoon session. 6.00 Nine News. 6.30 Cricket. One-Day International Series. Game 3. Australia v India. Evening session. 10.00 Cycling.

Santos Tour Down Under.

Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice Classic.

Highlights. 11.30 Person Of Interest.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 WIN News.

1.00 Ellen. (PG) 2.00 Extra.

2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 Nine News.

7.00 WIN News.

7.30 To Catch A Smuggler. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Oceanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eleven. (2001) (M) George Clooney, Brad Pitt. A team of thieves try to rob three casinos.

11.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M) 12.00 WINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All Australian News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Extra. 12.30 Cycling. Santos Tour Down Under. Stage 1. Prospect, Adelaide to Lyndoch. 130.8 km. 3.30 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 WIN News.

7.30 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) 8.00 Border Rico. (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Tourist.

(2010) (M) 10.35 Mom. 11.05 Cycling.

Santos Tour Down Under.

Stage 1. Prospect, Adelaide to Lyndoch. 130.8 km.

Highlights. 12.00 WIN News.

SC TEN (5)

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6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Menu. 7.30 Bold. (PG) 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10.

(PG) 11.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Talk. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 28.

Adelaide Strikers v Hobart Hurricanes. From Adelaide Oval.

11.10 Hawaii Five-0. (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Menu. 7.30 Bold. (PG) 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10.

(PG) 11.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Talk. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 TEN Eyewitness News.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 29.

Melbourne Stars v Brisbane Heat. From the MCG. 11.10 Blue Bloods. (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Menu. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Living Room. 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Talk. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy.

3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Living Room. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Joel Creaseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comedy Offensive. (MA15+) 10.30 Movie: Almost Famous.

(2000) (M)

6.00 GCBC. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 iFish. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 St10. (PG) 11.00 The Living Room. (PG) 12.00 The Doctors. (PG) 1.00 The Home Team. 1.30 Cricket.

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Bash League.

Game 7. Sydney Sixers v Sydney Thunder. 5.00 TEN Eyewitness News.

6.00 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 30. Sydney Sixers v Sydney Thunder.

From the SCG. 9.15 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 31. Perth Scorchers v Melbourne Stars. From the WACA, Perth.

6.00 Creflo. 6.30 Hillsong.

7.00 Joseph Prince. 7.30 Joel Osteen. 8.00 The Home Team. 8.30 St10. 11.00 Just Go. 11.30 People Of The Vines. 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Do Coffee. 1.00 The Offroad Adventure Show.

1.30 Car Torque. 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Everyday Gourmet. 3.30 Firies. 4.00 iFish. 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.30 Movie: Ice Age: Continental Drift. (2012) (PG) 9.15 Movie: Taken. (2008) (M) Liam Neeson.

11.10 To Be Advised.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Menu.

7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud Favourites. 8.30 Studio 10.

11.00 Miguelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feasts. 11.30 Miguelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feasts. 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Talk. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy.

(PG) 3.30 The Home Team.

4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Cricket. Big Bash League. Game 32.

Melbourne Renegades v Adelaide Strikers. From Etihad Stadium, Melbourne.

11.10 CSI: Cyber. (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Menu. 7.30 Bold. (PG) 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 11.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Talk. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Territory Cops.

8.30 NCIS. (M) DiNozzo heads to Paris.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) Eric witnesses an attack.

11.30 The Project.

SBS (3)

Prime Time TV Guide January

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Up To The Sky. 3.00 German Wanderlust.

3.30 Harlots, Housewives And Heroines. (PG) 4.30 The World From Above. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally.

Stage 9. BelĂŠn to BelĂŠn.

Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Pohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Australia With Simon Reeve. (PG) 8.35 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) A look at an emergency department.

9.30 The Missing. (MA) 10.35 SBS World News.

11.10 Last Days In Vietnam.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Piafâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret Story. 3.00 Backroads USA. 3.30 The Dark Charisma Of Adolf Hitler. 4.30 The World From Above. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally.

Stage 10. BelĂŠn to La Rioja.

Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Pohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen.

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Kitchen Notebook: London.

8.00 Food Safari Fire.

8.30 The Family Law. Premiere. (PG) 9.00 Poh & Co. 9.30 The Bridge. Return. (M) 10.35 SBS World News. 11.10 The Sex Clinic. (MA15+) 12.05 Movie: The Way. (2010) (PG)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Big Art. 2.30 Colour Theory. 3.00 Island Feast. 3.30 Salvage Hunters. 4.30 The World From Above. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Stage 11. La Rioja to San Juan.

Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Pohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 MythBusters. (PG) 8.30 Treasures Of Ancient Rome: The Empire Strikes Back. (PG) 9.30 Movie: Apocalypto.

(2006) (AV15+) Rudy Youngblood.

12.00 Movie: Intimate Parts.

(2013) (MA15+)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. NHK Trophy. Highlights.

3.30 Monster Moves. 4.30 The World From Above. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally.

Stage 12. San Juan to Villa Carlos Paz. Highlights. 5.30 Stories From Home. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 The Wonders Of Britain: Our Royal Story. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Misery. (1990) (M) Kathy Bates, James Caan. A novelist is involved in a car crash.

10.25 RocKwiz. (PG) 11.25 Vikings. (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Arabic News. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 The World Game.

2.00 Speedweek. 4.00 FIFA Ballon Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Or 2015. 5.00 Motor Racing. Dakar Rally.

Final stage. Villa Carlos Paz to Rosario. Highlights. 5.30 Hostages Of The SS. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Roman Britain From The Air. 8.30 Secrets Of The Lost Graveyard. (PG) A look at a 500-year-old graveyard.

9.25 James Cameronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deep Sea Challenge. (PG) 11.10 Movie: Ludwig II. (2012) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 Visions Of Vienna. 3.00 Tracks And Trails. 3.30 If Walls Could Talk. 4.30 Grand Tours. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Pohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Mystery Of Dark Energy.

8.30 Trawlermen: The Catch. An insight into deep-sea fishing.

9.25 The Tribe: For Better Or For Worse. (PG) 10.25 SBS World News.

11.00 Trivia Nights. (M) 11.50 Movie: Mammoth. (2009) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Gianni Schicchi.

3.00 Railway Walks. 3.30 Make Meâ&#x20AC;Ś (PG) 4.30 Wildest Arctic. (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Pohâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Queen Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Children: A Domestic Tyrant. (PG) 8.30 Is Binge Drinking That Bad? (PG) Takes a look at binge drinking.

9.30 One Born Every Minute. (M) 10.25 SBS World News.

11.00 Spider House. 11.55 Movie: The Incite Mill: 7 Day Death Game. (2010) (M)

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Wednesday January 13, 2016

Biosecurity management Where’s your property pride?

Landowners, community and industry are encouraged to have their say on how biosecurity risks are managed in NSW, as consultation gets underway surrounding the regulations to support the new Biosecurity Act 2015.

The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Deputy Director General, Bruce Christie, said the Biosecurity Act 2015 provides an opportunity to review how biosecurity risks are managed in NSW. “Biosecurity protects our $12 billion primary industries sector, our food supply, our native flora and fauna and our infrastructure and assets from adverse impacts of animal and plant pests, diseases and weeds,” said Mr Christie.

“The Act aims to minimise these threats while simultaneously reducing red tape surrounding its management.

“However, before the Biosecurity Act 2015 commences supporting regulations need to be developed.

“This initial consultation phase will provide an opportunity for us to review how biosecurity risks are managed and work together to develop a simple but solid management system.

“We are calling for feedback on how best to manage these risks so that we can ensure the regulations we develop are flexible and responsive to them, while also meeting business, environmental and community expectations.

“Dedicated materials and discussion papers are now available online and we welcome comment and feedback from landowners, community and industry.”

Topics include aquatic biosecurity, animal biosecurity, plant biosecurity, stock foods, fertilisers and chemical residue, weeds, animal pests, certification and auditing.

For more information visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/biosecurityact

PRELIMINARY NOTICE SHEEP SALE COOMA ASSOCIATED AGENTS INAUGURAL 1ST

MONARO BREEDERS SALE Tuesday 9th February, 2016 Commencing at 10am FEATURING ALL LINES OF BREEDING & RESTOCKER SHEEP INC 1ST X EWES, 1ST X EWE LAMBS & MERINO EWES & YOUNG WETHERS. SUPPORT RECOMMENDED & ENCOURAGED TO PROMOTE THIS FEATURE SALE.

Owning your own piece of Australia is a dream that many people aspire toward.

Whether you intend to use your land for recreation, relaxation, or to try your hand at agriculture owning this land has several responsibilities, noxious weed control being one of them. Often people do not research, identify or understand their obligations as a landholder under the Noxious Weeds Act 1993 before they sign on the dotted line.

Others fall into the trap of complacency with their noxious weed control after the initial excitement of owning their own property wears off, they don’t make the time to get out and deal with the weeds. All of a sudden your weed control programs fall behind and what once was an enjoyable piece of land can become a burden with uncontrolled infestations of noxious weeds impacting on neighbouring properties and your wallet.

Weed infestations are often unsightly and if nothing else reduce the aesthetic value of your property. If you don’t like looking at a mess of weeds on your property there’s a fair chance your neighbours don’t enjoy looking at it either.

This is where you as the owner need to take responsibility for your property.

If you are only controlling your weeds to keep the Weed’s Inspector happy, you have missed the point. Noxious weeds impact on your local environment and local agricultural industry which in turn impacts on the local region and community.

You can make a difference in limiting this impact by taking the initiative and undertaking weed control before the Council Weed’s Inspector visits your property.

Managing noxious weeds can be hard work, but

CONTACT THE SELLING AGENTS

if it is planned properly it is not an insurmountable problem., Spasmodic or random control work wastes time and money, two things that everybody appears to be always short of in the modern world.

There are numerous options for controlling noxious weeds in all situations and endless resources and experts available to gain information on how and when to attack your weeds. There can be costly fines and compliance actions imposed by Council on recalcitrant landowners who undertake no or inadequate noxious weed control.

Ignorance may be bliss but it is not an excuse.

Proactive noxious weed control can be infectious. If you keep your noxious weeds under control through good management your property will be the envy of your neighbours and give them something to aim for. Be the one in your area to stand out as an example of a good land manager.

Cooma’s “So Much To Love” campaign aimed to show visitors to the region what the region has to offer, why not show visitors that local landowners care for the land they occupy as well.

Let 2016 be the year for taking responsibility for noxious weed control on your property.

Join or start a local Landcare Group, create a weed control plan, invest in equipment to make weed control easier.

Get your hands dirty, get started and get it done.

Remember: It is your asset, your community, your responsibility.

Have some property pride and control your noxious weeds.

COOMA ASSOCIATED AGENTS P/L

FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT...

Pictured at top, multiple noxious weed infestations.

Left: inadequate St John’s Wort control.

16,000

COOMA LAMB & SHEEP SALE 16,000 Tuesday 19th January 2016, 10am start 16,000 Head Booked. Large lines of 2ND & 1st X Spring drop Store lambs on offer.

Store Lamb Buyers Attendance Highly Recommended

A/C FE & DC Constance (MLP) 1200 Dorset X Merino & W/Suffolk X Merino Store lambs, Sept / Oct Drop. Dec Shorn

SEE THE TEAM AT

A/C BE & JM Constance (MLP) 850 Dorset X Merino & w/Suffolk X merino Store Lambs, Sept / Oct Drop. Dec Shorn A/C MD Constance (MLP) 350 Dorset X Merino Store Lambs, Sept / Oct Drop.

Dec shorn 150 2nd X Store Lambs.

Sept / Oct Drop. Dec Shorn A/C R Walker & L Phillips (MLP) 900 2nd X Store Lambs, Aug / Sept Drop. Unshorn

6 Commissioner Street, Cooma

Ph: 6452 3511

A/C BJ Manning (MLP) 600 2nd X Suckers. Aug / Sept Drop. Unshorn A/C BJ & LK Tozer (MLP) 400 2nd X Store Lambs. Aug / Sept Drop. Unshorn

A/C McGufficke Partners (ELD) 500 Poll Dorset X Merino Lambs, Sept Drop. Dec Shorn A/C RR & JL Sands (MLP) 300 2nd X Store Lambs, Sept Drop. Unshorn A/C Brumby Rural (ELD) 200 XB Store Lambs Sept Drop, Jan Shorn A/C Robert Coles (ELD) 130 M/W, 1 ½ YO Avonside Blood, Aug Shorn A/C Woodend Past Co (ELD) 90 M/W 1 ½ YO, Adina Bld May Shorn No blind, lame or diseased (including Footroot) sheep must be dispatched for sale.

FINES WILL NOW APPLY Check with your agent for further details.

COOMA ASSOCIATED AGENTS P/L

GRASSROOTS

Wednesday January 13, 2016

Send her down Huey Elle Mackintosh Eagerly rain their

checking

gauges, graziers across the Monaro breathed a sigh of relief after the downpour early last week. With about 75mL falling in Cooma, 60mL in Bombala and 169mL in Perisher last week, the Monaro is looking a little greener than this time a fortnight ago.

Local agronomist Stuart Burge says that this sort of summer rain is of huge benefit to the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farmers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This rainfall has not only provided Monaro graziers with a sense of relief and joy, but it has also given them lots of options,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Burge, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are fortunate here

on the Monaro that many species are very responsive to summer rain. There is a rapid response from pastures and the countryside will be transformed following last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rain.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Burge also says that now is the time for farmers to gear up for winter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One thing I always say is that the best crops are early crops,â&#x20AC;? he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The cost benefit is usually determined by the time of sewing. This rain makes it ideal to sew crops at the optimum time, around early to mid February, which will allow for maximum growth before winter.â&#x20AC;?

When it comes to sewing crops, Senior

Land Services Officer Luke Pope says that it is important to remember what the goal is. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The purpose of the crop, whether it be winter feed, grain, or dual purpose, will determine how you go about your preparation and sewing,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Both Mr Pope and Mr Burge agree that although the rain is beneficial in preparing for winter crops, there is also the issue of weed proliferation. With African Lovegrass and St Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wort being some of the biggest culprits across the Monaro, Mr Pope says the recent rain will not help the fight against them.

Water logging is another issue Mr Pope

said graziers will face on their properties when it comes to preparing their paddocks and pastures for sewing.

However, another positive outcome of the rain will be the benefit to livestock, Mr Burge says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Farmers will be able to finish their lambs and livestock will gain weight, putting them in better condition to deal with the winter months.

This will also help with joining in autumn,â&#x20AC;? says Mr Burge, â&#x20AC;&#x153;After three or four good seasons and with wool and meat prices remaining strong, I think that this is a wonderful time to be a grazier on the Monaro.â&#x20AC;?

Suckers sell to $125 A very wet rain reduced yarding of 367 lambs and 596 sheep a far cry from the pre rain numbers of 8,000.

With the small rain effected yarding attracting limited buying support.

New seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lambs selling to a top of $125 Best of the old lambs to $76.60;

While store lambs to $95; Best heavy mutton to $85; Medium weights to $60; While lighter grades to $55.

The next Cooma sheep sale will be on Tuesday January 19, commencing at 10am.

Hoggets VENDOR

AGENT

NO

PRICE

T Burke & Son

LMK

18

74.00

P & A Jamieson

LMK

15

70.00

VENDOR

AGENT

NO

PRICE

WG & MD Hampson

MLP

45

125.00

WG & MD Hampson

MLP

88

110.00

RG Crowe

MLP

28

112.00

Obimar P/L

BC

17

76.60

Boate & Ewart

BC

18

65.00

Strathulia Park

BC

12

60.00

Store Lambs R & L Herbert

MLP

45

95.00

Suckers

LAMBS

Local Land Services: Time for the rubber to hit the road NSW Farmers has welcomed the appointment of the new Chair of the Local Land Services Board of Chairs, Tim de Mestre.

NSW Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; President Derek Schoen said â&#x20AC;&#x153;Agriculture has an important part to play in growing the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy, but the full potential of the LLS must be unlocked so that the industry can fully perform. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The commercial background of Mr de Mestre will serve him well in approaching the role.â&#x20AC;?

When providing feedback on the LLS strategic plan, NSW Farmers noted that the values of LLS should be adjusted to reflect a greater emphasis on commercially focused, productive, profitable

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agriculture.

Mr Schoen continued: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s now time for the LLS to deliver to the farmers of NSW. There is no plan B. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There was a need to change the three preexisting organisations, but now it is time for the LLS strategy to be actioned. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Critically, development and extension needs to be central to the success of the LLS long term. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There should be clear roles and responsibilities; and boots on the ground.â&#x20AC;?

The Department of Primary Industries has set a goal of a 30percent increase in the value of NSW primary industries by 2030.

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Prime Time TV Guide

January 13–19

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Back Seat Drivers.

8.30 Burger Bar To Gourmet Star.

9.15 My Tattoo Addiction.

Final. (M) 10.00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.30 Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week.

11.35 Banged Up Abroad.

12.20 River Monsters. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Back Seat Drivers.

8.30 The Office. (M) 9.00 Extras. (M) 9.30 Buzzcocks. (M) 10.00 Inside Amy Schumer.

10.25 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.55 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 11.35 Live At The Apollo.

12.20 River Monsters. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Back Seat Drivers. (PG) 8.30 This Old Thing.

9.15 Ladyboys. (PG) 10.00 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.35 Burger Bar To Gourmet Star.

11.20 The Midwives. (M) 12.20 Deaf Teens: Hearing World. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Final.

8.10 Lie To You? (PG) 8.45 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M) 9.30 Live At The Apollo.

10.15 Inside Amy Schumer.

10.40 The Office.

11.10 Extras.

11.40 This Old Thing.

12.25 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow.

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 Build A New Life In The Country.

8.15 Dream Build.

8.25 Gruen Pitch Rewind.

8.30 Movie: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1. (2011) (M) 10.15 Buzzcocks.

10.45 Ladyboys. (PG) 11.35 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends. (PG) 12.25 Weird Creatures. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters.

8.20 Back Seat Drivers.

8.30 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends. (M) 9.20 Ross Kemp On Gangs. (MA15+) 10.05 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.35 Movie: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1. (2011) (M) 12.25 River Monsters.

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters.

(PG) 8.20 The Checkout: Snack Size. (PG) 8.30 Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week.

9.30 Banged Up Abroad.

10.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.50 Ross Kemp On Gangs. (MA15+) 11.40 Head First. (M)

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6.15 Ready For This.

6.40 The Next Step.

7.05 Operation Ouch!

7.35 Deadly Pole To Pole.

8.05 Adventure Time. (PG) 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 The Adventures Of Figaro Pho. 9.00 Heartland. Tim visits Heartland.

9.45 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.

6.15 Ready For This.

6.40 The Next Step.

7.05 Operation Ouch!

7.35 Deadly Pole To Pole.

8.05 Adventure Time.

8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) Drew’s moving out of the loft.

8.50 The Adventures Of Figaro Pho. 9.00 Heartland.

9.45 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.

6.15 Ready For This.

6.40 The Next Step.

7.05 Operation Ouch!

7.35 Deadly Pole To Pole.

8.05 Adv Time.

8.30 Degrassi. (PG) 8.50 Figaro Pho. 9.00 Heartland.

9.45 K-On! (PG) 10.05 Lanfeust Quest. (PG) 10.30 Ouran High School Host Club. (PG) 10.55 Close.

6.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk.

6.30 Rocket’s Island.

7.00 The Jungle Bunch Back To The Ice Floe.

7.55 The Basketball Smackdown!

8.10 Keeping Up With The Kaimanawas. (PG) Follows the Wilson sisters.

9.00 Heartland. (PG) Ty returns to Heartland.

9.40 Close.

6.05 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk.

6.30 Rocket’s Island.

7.00 Movie: The Boy In The Dress. (2014) 8.05 Reservoir Hill. (PG) 8.10 Keeping Up With The Kaimanawas. (PG) 9.00 Heartland. Ty has been replaced by a new cowboy.

9.45 Good Game: Pocket Edition. (PG) 9.50 Rage. (PG)

6.15 Ready For This. (PG) 6.40 The Next Step.

7.05 Operation Ouch!

7.35 Deadly Pole To Pole. (PG) 8.05 Adventure Time.

8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 The Adventures Of Figaro Pho. 9.00 Heartland.

9.45 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.

6.15 Ready For This. (PG) 6.40 The Next Step.

7.05 Operation Ouch!

7.35 Deadly Pole To Pole.

8.05 Adventure Time. (PG) 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 The Adventures Of Figaro Pho. Figaro hears an ice-cream van arrive.

9.00 Heartland. (PG) 9.45 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.

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6.00 Tennis. Apia International. Night 4. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre.

9.30 I Am Steve McQueen.

(PG) Takes a look at the life and career of the “king of cool”, Hollywood icon, Steve McQueen.

11.30 Dog Wars.

(PG) Follows Animal Control Officers.

6.00 Tennis. Apia International. Night 5. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre.

9.30 Suspects. (M) After a two-year-old is abducted from her home, her dysfunctional family comes under immediate suspicion.

11.30 Highway Cops. (PG) 12.00 Dealers Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. (PG)

6.00 Tennis. Apia International. Night 6. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre.

10.30 Escape To The Country. Jules Hudson helps a family find their first home together in Devon.

11.30 Storage Hoarders.

Aggie Mackenzie helps a hoarder who can’t give up his storage obsession.

6.00 Tennis. Apia International. Night 7. From Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre.

10.30 Escape To The Country. Nicki Chapman helps a couple eager to embrace country living find a house in Kent.

11.30 Storage Hoarders.

Host Aggie Mackenzie attempts to help two people end their hoarding ways.

6.30 60 Minute Makeover. (PG) 7.30 House Wreck Rescue.

(PG) First-time developers take a gamble.

8.30 Escape To The Country. Jules Hudson helps a couple in Somerset.

10.30 Best Houses Australia.

11.30 Dealers Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. (PG)

6.00 Tennis. Australian Open.

Night 1. From Melbourne Park. Hosted by Johanna Griggs, with commentary and analysis from Bruce McAvaney, Jim Courier, Todd Woodbridge and John Newcombe.

11.00 Tennis. 2005 Australian Open. Round 4.

Rafael Nadal v Lleyton Hewitt. Replay. From Melbourne Park.

6.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2. From Melbourne Park. Hosted

by Johanna Griggs, with commentary and analysis from Bruce McAvaney.

11.00 Tennis. 2005 Australian Open. Men’s singles. Quarter-final.

Lleyton Hewitt v David Nalbandian. Replay. From Melbourne Park.

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6.00 Auction Kings. (PG) 6.30 American Pickers. (PG) 7.30 Cajun Pawn Stars.

(PG) The gang takes a look at a flintlock gun.

8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) Rick is presented with a shrunken head.

9.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) Les loses it with Ashley.

11.00 Beverly Hills Pawn. (PG)

6.00 Auction Kings. (PG) 6.30 American Pickers. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 Storage Wars. (M) 9.00 Storage Wars. (PG) 9.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) The buyers head to Dublin.

10.00 Hardcore Pawn: Behind The Deal. (M) 11.00 Barter Kings. (PG) 11.30 Bizarre ER. (M)

6.30 Movie: Smokey And The Bandit II. (1980) (PG) Burt Reynolds.

8.30 Movie: The 6th Day. (2000) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sarah Wynter. In a future world, a helicopter pilot is forced to go on the run after he is cloned by an evil genetics tycoon.

11.00 Movie: The Frighteners. (1996) (M)

6.30 Air Crash Investigations: Panic Over The Pacific. (PG) 7.30 Movie: The Lone Ranger. (2013) (M) Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer.

A Native American recounts how he met the Lone Ranger.

10.40 Movie: The Scorpion King 3: Battle For Redemption. (2011) (M) Victor Webster.

6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Sheldon and Howard feud.

8.30 Movie: The Kingdom.

(2007) (M) Jamie Foxx, Chris Cooper. A team of agents tries to track down terrorists responsible for an attack on US facilities in Saudi Arabia.

10.40 Movie: Terminal Velocity. (1994) (M)

6.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 1. From Melbourne Park.

7.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 7.30 MythBusters. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Monty Python’s The Meaning Of Life. (1983) (M) Graham Chapman, John Cleese.

10.50 Travel Unravelled. (M) 11.50 Canadian Pickers. (PG)

6.00 Tennis. Australian Open. Night 2.

7.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Ice Road Truckers.

(M) Four truckers join the Arctic veterans.

9.30 Counting Cars. (M) 10.00 Car Chasers. (M) 11.00 Inside West Coast Customs. (PG)

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6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Two And A Half Men. (PG) Alan starts dating a perfectionist.

8.30 Hello Kitty Flanagan.

(M) Presented by Kitty Flanagan.

10.30 Balls Of Steel Australia. (MA15+) 11.30 South Beach Tow. (M)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Criss Angel Mindfreak. (M) 8.30 Movie: Contagion.

(2011) (M) Matt Damon, Kate Winslet. A deadly virus spreads throughout the world.

10.40 Movie: Quarantine.

(2008) (MA15+) Jennifer Carpenter.

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Movie: Ella Enchanted. (2004) (PG) 8.30 Movie: Into The Blue.

(2005) (M) Paul Walker, Jessica Alba. Two young divers who dream of finding treasure, take some friends on an extreme sport adventure.

10.45 Movie: Into The Blue 2: The Reef.

(2009) (MA15+)

6.00 Movie: The Iron Giant.

(1999) (PG) Eli Marienthal.

7.30 Movie: Just Friends.

(2005) (PG) Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart. A man falls for his high-school sweetheart.

9.30 Movie: She’s Out Of My League. (2010) (MA15+) Jay Baruchel, Alice Eve. An average guy meets his dream girl.

11.35 Sun, Sex And Suspicious Parents. (M)

6.00 Thunderbirds Are Go. (PG) 6.30 Movie: The Brady Bunch Movie. (1995) (PG) Shelley Long.

8.30 Movie: A Very Brady Sequel. (1996) (PG) Shelley Long, Gary Cole.

Carol is kidnapped by her first husband.

10.30 Movie: Going The Distance. (2010) (MA15+) Drew Barrymore.

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) Frankie is humiliated by a sales assistant.

7.30 Top Gear. (PG) 9.00 ManSpace. (M) Hosted

by Dan Anstey.

10.00 Movie: Summer School. (1987) (M) Mark Harmon, Kirstie Alley. A gym teacher takes on a class of misfits.

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 For The Love Of Cars: Air-Cooled Engines. (PG) 8.30 Storage Hunters UK. (PG) Presented by Sean Kelly.

9.00 Storage Hunters. (PG) 9.30 Movie: The Town.

(2010) (MA15+) Ben Affleck, Rebecca Hall. A career thief plots his next robbery.

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6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 New Tricks. (M) An apparent suicide is reinvestigated.

9.10 Movie: The Firm.

(1993) (M) Tom Cruise, Jeanne Tripplehorn.

A brilliant, yet naive, young lawyer uncovers a conspiracy after landing his first job with an aggressive legal firm.

6.30 Friends. (PG) Phoebe’s birthday does not go to plan.

7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Monarch Of The Glen.

(PG) Lexie stumbles across a series of payments that Hector has been making to a woman named Grace.

9.10 Spooks. (M) A novelist is targeted by an assassin.

11.30 Miniseries: The Great Fire. (PG)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 Tigers About The House. (PG) 8.40 Movie: The Dirty Dozen. (1967) (M) Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine.

During World War II, 12 convicts serving life sentences are recruited for a suicidal commando mission.

11.45 Movie: Gods And Generals. (2003) (M)

6.30 Heartbeat. (PG) A local farmer is targeted by an arsonist.

8.45 Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. (PG) A wealthy woman and her lawyer are both murdered after she decides to hold a party at her estate.

10.45 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M) 11.45 Movie: Times Square. (1980) (M)

6.30 Scam City. (PG) Hosted

by Conor Woodman.

7.30 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away. (M) 8.30 Emergency On Our Streets. (MA15+) Andy helps a girl who drove into a tree.

9.30 Movie: Gone Baby Gone. (2007) (MA15+) Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan. A detective looks for a missing girl.

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 RPA. (PG) Galahad is given the results of the scans.

9.00 What’s Your Emergency? (M) Documents British first responders.

10.00 Embarrassing Bodies: Pelvic Floor. (M) 11.00 Amazing Medical Stories. (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair.

8.00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) Poirot investigates a diamond theft.

9.10 Silent Witness.

(MA15+) A young man is found bound at his neck, wrists and ankles in the similar circumstances to a case Leo worked on.

11.30 Luther. (MA15+)

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6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Megafactories: Swiss Army Knife.

8.30 Cops. (PG) 9.00 Cops: Adults Only.

(M) Follows police officers on patrol.

9.30 Movie: Escape From The Planet Of The Apes. (1971) (PG) Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter.

11.30 Extreme Collectors.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Last Man Standing. (PG) 8.00 Last Man Standing.

8.30 The Last Man On Earth. (M) 9.00 Man Seeking Woman.

9.30 Movie: Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot. (1992) (PG) Sylvester Stallone, Estelle Getty.

11.30 Extreme Collectors.

6.00 Family Feud.

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Final. (M) 9.30 Movie: Stash House. (2012) (MA15+) Dolph Lundgren, Briana Evigan. A couple find a stash of drugs.

11.35 Operation Repo. (PG)

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7.30 Black Gold. (PG) Brandon struggles to keep a crew on Rig 28.

8.30 The X-Files. (M) Mulder and Scully review what happened before they meet Assistant Director Skinner.

10.30 Bellator MMA. (M) Mixed martial arts tournaments.

6.00 Family Feud Favourites.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Extreme Collectors. (PG) 8.00 Extreme Collectors.

Hosted by Andrew Zegers.

8.30 Cops. (PG) Follows officers on a patrol.

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6.00 Family Feud.

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8.30 Undercover Boss.

(M) Meet the CEO of Gigi’s Cupcakes, Gigi Butler.

9.30 Movie: All Good Things. (2010) (MA15+) Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst. A man is suspected of killing his wife.

11.30 48 Hours. (M)

6.00 Family Feud.

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Final. (PG) 8.30 Extreme Fishing With Robson Green. (PG) Robson heads to Sri Lanka.

9.30 48 Hours: Dear Savannah. (M) 10.30 The Americans.

Final. (MA15+) 11.40 Black Ops. (M)

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11.00 Duckman.

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6.00 Family Feud.

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11.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (PG) 8.30 Movie: American Dreamz. (2006) (M) Hugh Grant.

10.40 American Horror Story: Hotel.

11.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.05 Becker. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. Ray starts to wonder about his marriage.

7.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) Robert is cranky.

8.30 Movie: It Could Happen To You. (1994) (PG) Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda. A cop makes a promise to a waitress.

10.35 The Loop. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud Favourites.

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10.25 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 10.55 Everybody Loves Raymond.

11.25 King Of Queens. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

(PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.30 American Horror Story: Hotel. Final.

10.30 Medium. (M) 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (M) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Hosted by Graham Norton.

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(1995) (MA15+) 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

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6.35 If You Are The One. 7.35 Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

(PG) Jake and Amy’s bet is decided.

8.30 Movie: Creepshow.

(1982) Ted Danson, Leslie Nielsen. A young boy hears five tales of terror.

10.45 Movie: Iron Sky. (2012) (M)

6.05 The Office. (PG) 6.35 If You Are The One. Hosted by Meng Fei. 7.35 Speed With Guy Martin. (PG) Part 4 of 4.

8.30 MythBusters. (PG) A Titanic-based myth is tested.

9.30 Machete Maidens Unleashed! (MA15+) A look at Filipino filmmaking in the ’70s and ’80s.

11.05 Danger 5. (M)

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Hosted by Jake Porway.

6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 Soccer. A-League.

Round 15. Melbourne Victory v Brisbane Roar. From AAMI Park, Melbourne.

10.00 Movie: Goemon.

(2009) (MA15+) Yôsuke Eguchi, Takao Osawa.

A ninja uses his skills to help the poor.

6.00 Movie: Laputa: Castle In The Sky. (1986) James Van Der Beek, Anna Paquin. A boy and a girl search for a floating castle.

8.15 If You Are The One. Hosted by Meng Fei. 9.15 Where The Wild Men Are With Ben Fogle: Australia. (M) Part 2 of 5.

10.05 Trivia Nights. (M) Pubbased quiz challenge.

10.55 24: India. (MA15+)

7.35 If You Are The One. 8.35 The Family Law. (PG) The misadventures of a family.

9.05 Drunk History. (M) Hosted by Derek Waters.

9.30 South Park. (M) 9.55 Russell Howard’s Good News. (M) 10.30 Dad Made Dirty Movies. (MA15+) 11.35 How To Get More Sex. (M)

6.10 The Office. (PG) 6.35 If You Are The One. 7.40 Community. (PG) 8.30 The Returned. (M) Julie visits Victor’s former home.

9.35 Movie: The Tree.

(2010) (M) Charlotte Gainsbourg, Morgana Davies. A girl starts talking to a giant tree.

11.25 The Sarah Silverman Program. (M) 11.55 Free Radio. (M)

6.10 The Office. (PG) 6.40 If You Are The One. 7.35 Brooklyn NineNine. (PG) 8.30 The Wizards Of Aus. Part 1 of 3.

9.00 The Island With Bear Grylls USA. Premiere. (PG) 9.50 What Happens In Kavos. (MA15+) 10.45 Unplanned America. (MA15+) 11.45 Cordon. (M)

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Contemporary design, wonderfully distinctive 1806 Monaro Highway Chakola Approx. 20 Hectares $750,000 6 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 3 Car The secluded private nature of this property is the first thing that you notice. The stunning location is the second, located between Cooma and Bredbo this property would suit Cooma and Canberra commuters, or work from home in luxury.

The minute you walk into this amazing home you will feel an overwhelming feeling of relaxation with such impeccable presentation. Check out the floor plan so that you can fully appreciate everything that this stunning property has on offer.

The contemporary home is a series of separate

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There is an enormous master suite with large ensuite and walk in robe, and five more bedrooms all well positioned to take in views and natural sunlight.

A private access to a study or retreat gives you another option for a seventh bedroom or a room to just sit read and get away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

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Heather Anoleck Dip FMBM

Finance Consultant Whatever your home loan requirements, let me find the best solution for you!

It makes sense to see a broker when it comes to choosing the right home loan for your circumstances.

There are many differences between Banks/Lenders, not restricted to interest rates & fees. They have differing policies as well that can mean the difference between being approved or declined for your dream home.

I have access to many different Lenders, which allows me to compare the different options available to you. I will then present options to you, with my recommendation, as to which option I feel is best for your circumstance.

First Home Buyers - who have no idea of the requirements or process involved in buying your first home, I can offer you advice. I can give you all the information you need - how much you can borrow, what deposit you need, explain about guarantees and mortgage insurance. I also do all the processing for you, making it as easy as possible for you.

Existing home loans- if you want to see if there is a better deal out there for you, I can offer a free review.

Investment property - not sure if you can afford that investment property? Don’t know how much equity is available in your existing home? I can look at your options for you.

Upgrading- you may not have to wait until you sell your existing home. Let me show you the possibilities.

No matter what your circumstance, I am happy to offer my advice. Call now for a free appointment on 0431 351 873.

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is a credit representative (Credit Representative Number 438947) of BLSSA Pty Ltd (Australian Credit Licence No. 391237)

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The spacious galley style kitchen features commercial stove, full stainless commercial sink and huge walk in pantry.

All fixtures and fittings, are of the highest quality, and have been chosen with an excellent eye for style and detail.

The outside feature gardens that have been manicured around the house and have computerised watering system, no water shortage here, with 200,000L water tanks plus supply from river, lovely timber decks offer room to sit and take in the view or the central courtyard is an option should you require a bit of shelter.

A huge three bay shed is set up for the handy man or is perfect to store and work on your boys toys or farm machinery.

Features to the shed include: • 15x12m / 180m2 in size • Six car capacity • Three phase power to accommodate machinery and welding equipment • Ideal for farmers or those mechanically minded that work from home The land is perfect for grazing sheep or cattle, viticulture, fruit and nut trees, or other crops and are typical Monaro, the outlook to which is captivating.

This is one of the best all-round properties one could find on the market today.

Call One Agency now to make an appointment and see for yourself.

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Magnificent small farm with location to match Perfectly located under 10 minutes from Cooma via sealed roads, this beautifully established and very hard to find small farm offers families the ideal lifestyle on quality basalt country just minutes from Cooma.

Established from scratch by the current owners with no expense spared and every base covered for the small acreage farmer and large families.

Great features include: â&#x20AC;¢ Expansive brick home with verandahs surrounding ideal for soaking up the elevated northerly aspect â&#x20AC;¢ Five bedrooms with built-ins, main with ensuite and walk in wardrobe. â&#x20AC;¢ Two spacious living areas with an open plan and large timber kitchen â&#x20AC;¢ Wood heating, large internal laundry and new main bathroom â&#x20AC;¢ Fully fenced areas for pets, established trees and gardens

â&#x20AC;¢ Large fully self contained, two bedrooms, under roof line very private from main home and very comfortable â&#x20AC;¢ Three bay garage and workshop â&#x20AC;¢ 100 acres of clean and fertile basalt grazing country - majority being arable, not a lot of rock â&#x20AC;¢ Outstanding water, large capacity electric bore supplying house, garden and stock. Double frontage to Myalla Creek with irrigation licence and electric pump plus two dams and springs â&#x20AC;¢ Well fenced, pasture improved undulating country that offers outstanding grazing opportunities â&#x20AC;¢ Stables, house yards, machinery sheds etc A truly rare find in this location close to town. This property has all the boxes ticked for a small farm with a large acreage feel.

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6 Goonda St, Cooma

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Offering a distinctive post war central Cooma residence on an excellent level town block with Sharp Street foot access plus easy rear lane vehicle access. This home at 23 Sharp Street comprises 3 - 4 bedrooms, 2 living / family areas. The property has recently undergone extensive renovation, including complete internal and external painting, brand new contemporary bathroom, brand new kitchen with walk in pantry, brand new laundry with stunning sandstone floor tiles and new tiles also a feature to the rear north facing verandah. The garden is truly a sanctuary of lawns, established shrubs and trees. The relaxing front porch overlooks Sharp Street.

Constructed by well-known district builder, the quality workmanship, ornate cornicing and the beautiful period details are a definite feature.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t delay. Walk to shops, hotels, schools and cafes.

4 Walla Street, Cooma NEW PRICE $299,000

Elevated home with great views

5 Attunga Place Cooma With a warm northerly aspect, this home provides a bright fresh appearance that will grab your interest on arrival.

A spacious well presented home, well suited to families.

$169,000 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car

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Features include: â&#x20AC;˘ Tastefully decorated and extended to provide good family spaces throughout â&#x20AC;˘ Large sun filled living room with wood fire and

reverse cycle air conditioning â&#x20AC;˘ Modern dine in kitchen gets the morning sun and has excellent space â&#x20AC;˘ Four bedrooms all with built-ins, main with a new ensuite and double robes â&#x20AC;˘ Modern family bathroom, separate internal laundry and solar hot water system â&#x20AC;˘ Fully fenced yard

with double garage (internally lined). A great versatile space.

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Crossley Engine Bombala River walkway restoration project BHEMS President, Barry Crouch The Bombala Historic Engine and Machinery Society is very excited about the opportunity to purchase and transport back to its rightful place, the original Crossley Engine that drove the power station when Bombala township was first connected to electricity.

We estimate we need in the vicinity of $15,000 to make this happen, so we are asking the local businesses, local families and individuals to donate to this cause through the offer of brass, silver and bronze nameplates.

Brass is available for $300, silver for $200 and bronze for $100, and of course any smaller donations will be gratefully accepted.

For your donation we will have a large board made up with your business or family name engraved on a brass, silver or bronze nameplate, which will be proudly displayed near the engine on completion of restoration.

This is a terrific opportunity to be a part of Bombala’s history going into the future.

In talking to a few local people about the Crossley Engine, I was informed that Paddy Lomas’s first job after leaving school was working at the power station. As we all know, Paddy went on to be a local business owner and Mayor of the town; what a great historical connection for the Lomas family to have with the Crossley Engine.

I am sure many local families have similar connections that would be just as special should this purchase be successful.

If you feel you can help with this project you can donate to the BHEMS by cheque or money order to PO Box 225, Bombala, 2632, or by direct debit to our National Back account - BSB 082467 Acc 675357104.

For any further inquiries, please contact me on 02 6458 3091 or 0438 413 000.

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It is hoped that the community will get behind the purchase and return of the original 14ton Crossley Engine that drove the first electricity power plant in Bombala.

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Comics on the run in Bombala The writer of the movie ‘Happy Feet 2’, a South Australian and a Scotsman walk into a bar – prepare to laugh!

‘Comics on the Run’ will be performing their hilarious annual Summer Comedy Show at the Bombala RSL Club at 8pm this Friday, January 15.

“What better way to start off the year than with a good laugh,” says the Club’s Scott Ingram.

“Members ask me to bring shows, and this has become an annual event we put on every year. Our patrons know what they are getting with ‘Comics on the Run’ and it’s a top shelf comedy show.”

‘Comics on the Run’, comprising three of Australia’s finest stand-up comics, are delighted to be back for their 12th consecutive annual tour.

This is the kind of professional stand-up comedy show you would see in the big clubs of Melbourne and Sydney right here on our doorstep.

The show includes one of the country’s best headline comic actor/writer/director comedians, Gary Eck, with film accolades like ‘Happy Feet 2’ and ‘Boytown’ under his belt, as well as being a Tropfest winner.

He worked alongside George Miller writing ‘Happy Feet 2’ and had Robin Williams join him on-stage as a surprise guest at a show in Kings Cross one evening.

Gary’s stand-up is not to be missed for a fabulous Friday night out in Bombala.

His support act for this show is Adelaide’s brightest young talent, Ben Darsow, just back from touring his new show in the USA. Ben brings a hilarious fresh outlook to any comedy night.

And the force behind the ‘Comics on the Run’, Scottish MC Barry McLeod, winner of the prestigious national BT Publishing’s Event Entertainer of the Year, completes the fabulous show.

“This is truly a marvellous line-up with three very different comedians - there is something in this show for everyone,” says McLeod, who makes every show unique with his ability to chat to the audience, weaving in and out of funny stories.

‘Comics on the Run’ is about bringing mainstream comedy to regional and rural NSW. They perform as far west as Broken Hill, north to Coffs and of course south to Eden.

“You could say where we haven’t been ain’t worth talking about,” McLeod says.

Year after year ‘Comics on the Run’ put on this great holiday special for only $20 per ticket.

If you fancy a good night out and a great laugh, grab your family, pals, partners or neighbours and book your tickets through the Bombala RSL Club on 6458 3017 or turn up this Friday night, January 15 before the show starts at 8pm.

‘Comics on the Run’ – catch em if you can!

Scottish MC, Barry McLeod, rising South Australian comedian, Ben Darsow and acclaimed comic, Gary Eck of ‘Happy Feet 2’ fame will perform at the Bombala RSL Club this Friday night.

‘Comics on the Run’ - catch em if you can!

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(4,2) 24. Seminar about upcoming cartoon work (5) 25. See 6-down

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Forklift ticket would be desirable.

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South-East Tile & Bathroom Centre PO box 760, Cooma 2630 Or email chris@southeasttiles.com.au before Friday 22nd January.

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T & J Murphy Transport & Building Supplies Bombala NSW is looking for an experienced truck driver to join our team. Must hold a HC licence. Must produce a current medical certificate. Basic fatigue management certificate would be an advantage but not essential.

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CURRAWARNA'S CHRISTMAS RAFFLE Thankyou to all the business houses who donated prizes we ended up with 17 prizes and raised $700.

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For the past 12 years, Cynthia has provided dedicated Tai Chi service to residents in Bombala, Bibbenluke and Delegate.

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the classes ceasing in the Bombala area.

Pictured, Ellen Atkins (Bombala), Cynthia Dolan, Dee Schofield (Bibbenluke) and Laraine McIntosh (Bombala).

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Aged 44 years.

Dearly loved mother of Tyarna.

Daughter of Janel and Ivan , Charlie and Jan. Sister to Glen, Kylie, Nick, Tracey and Brett.

Much loved aunty to Gemma.

Dearly loved husband of Nicole , father of Cullyn and Connor.

The relatives and friends of the late STACEY LEE ROOTSEY are invited to attend her funeral service to be held in the Saint Paul's Anglican Church, Cooma, on Wednesday January 13th 2016 commencing at 11:00 am. At the conclusion of the service, the cortege will proceed to Cooma Lawn Cemetery.

The relatives and friends of the late MATTHEW SCOTT EMERTON are invited to attend his funeral service to be held at his residence â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hannaleighâ&#x20AC;?

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Council merger â&#x20AC;&#x201C;what happens next The Minister for Local Government has referred the proposed Merger of Cooma-Monaro Shire Council, Snowy River and Bombala Councils to the Chief Executive of the Office of Local Government for examination and report.

The Department of Premier & Cabinet has released the following process that will be followed in addressing the merger proposal. â&#x20AC;˘ Councils will be working with a Delegate to the Chief Executive of the Office of Local Government and going through relevant issues. â&#x20AC;˘ Councils can make submissions on the proposal by February 28. â&#x20AC;˘ A formal Public Hearing is to be held around mid-February where members of the Public can voice their opinions. â&#x20AC;˘ The Delegate then makes a recommendation on the proposal (i.e. either to proceed; not

proceed; or proceed with minor amendments). The Boundaries Commission also makes comment on the recommendation, and the Minister makes a determination. On current indications, it is likely, that if the proposal is to proceed, that the official Proclamation date is expected to be July 1. If the proposal does proceed, the interim Governance structure would have to be determined (e.g. whether an Administrator is appointed; whether an â&#x20AC;&#x153;interimâ&#x20AC;?

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Racing Clubs to win from NSW Government racing tax cuts Racing clubs across the Monaro will receive a major boost in prize money this year thanks to the NSW Government’s legislation to match NSW’s wagering tax rates with Victoria’s.

Every TAB race at local racing clubs will have the minimum prize money offered per race increased by $5,000 to $20,000 from July 2016.

The Member for Monaro John Barilaro said this will mean more jobs, bigger crowds and help grow our local racing industry.

“Racing is an important part of the Monaro community - everyone loves to get down to the local race meets and enjoy a day out at the races,” Mr Barilaro said.

“Local trainers, jockeys, owners and punters have been crying out for increased prize money to invigorate the industry and the benefits will flow to the whole

community.”

Deputy Premier and Minister for Racing Troy Grant said the increased prize money is part of a $21 million state-wide package to boost country and provincial racing.

“In addition to the increased prize money at regular TAB meetings, approximately 40 Country Showcase meetings will be held at regular intervals across regional NSW offering a minimum $30,000 in prize money,” Mr Grant said.

“Racing NSW has recognised the huge contribution that regional NSW makes to the racing industry.”

Legislation to match NSW wagering tax rates with Victoria passed NSW Parliament in late 2015, delivering $235 million extra to the industry over five years and an extra $90 million for each year after that.

Cooma’s own Amazing Race Did you see students running around Cooma last term asking for help answering cryptic clues, and gaining valuable local information?

Well chances are they were competing in the Links to Learning Amazing Race. A number of years ago a community partnership was developed by local youth workers and businesses who collaborated to have a local flavoured Amazing Race. 2015 saw its continued success as Monaro High School students took to the streets.

Southern Region Business Enterprise centre delivers the Links to Learning program to students at Monaro High school each Thursday.

The program aims to equip students with the skills to manage themselves and their relationships with others and help them to develop a sense of purpose and focus for their lives and future.

In the tradition of the Amazing race the students met at Nanny Goat hill and from there followed the first clue ‘Water is my best friend, I house big red engines, I am noisy when the heat is on’. Yes you guessed it they raced to the Fire Station for the next clue.

The next clue was ‘Op till you drop. Affordable and pre-loved items. Everything you buy or donate inspires change in your local community’ yes St Vincent de Paul was the next stop.

Students went on following cryptic clues and seeking information from local businesses, such as the Post office, Centrelink, Medicare, discovering what us locals can sometimes take

for granted in our own Centennial park figuring out the nations that are represented in the Avenue of Flags and learning more of the Cooma-Monaro Time Walk, a series of mosaics depicting the history of the Monaro.

Then onto the banks learning of how to set up an account, loans and savings at both ANZ and St George. The local real estate was next on the agenda so students could to find out about renting and bonds and the Cooma Monaro Council clue was simply ‘Rates, Payments and Waste’, where Council staff were able to tell the students local facts.

The next stop was a clue ‘my name indicates someone who travels for pleasure’ so the students made their way to the Tourist Café. Then on to see Louise Lynch at Your House to find out a possible gift they could purchase for their mothers for $20.

The last clue was Go to jail, go directly to jail do not pass go. The students made their way to the Cooma Correctional Centre and were fortunate to have Les Strzelecki give them a guided tour of the Gaol Museum and explained the history as well as life lessons on choices.

Facilitator of the program Debbie Thomas said, ‘We are fortunate to have the support of local businesses who ensured the students had a positive valuable experience’.

The Links to Learning program is funded by the NSW Government and administered by the Department of Education.

Physio bike fitting service All of Snowy Mountains’ physiotherapists have specialised training in areas of greatest interest to them, and all regularly attend courses to keep up-to-date with the latest techniques and the most useful technology. This ensures the best advice; the most effective treatment can be given.

One of those specific areas that Snowy Mountains Physiotherapy specialise in is bike fitting and are pleased to announce that on Saturday 30th January they will be holding a bike fitting day at their Cooma clinic.

Physiotherapists Adam Woolacott and Edward Moore will be on hand to put the local cyclists through a comprehensive screening and fitting process to ensure they are performing at their best.

“When you buy a bike from your bike shop, the size that is closest to your fit is recommended. However, it may still be far from a perfect fit because bikes are produced in standard frame sizes…and there is no such thing as a standard human being,” Adam explained.

“We see many cyclists who complain of early fatigue, discomfort, tingling, stiffness or pain on the bike without realising their bike has not been correctly adjusted to their individual characteristics.”

“Physiotherapists, with their advanced knowledge of physiology,

biomechanics, motor control and injury management, are uniquely suited to address all the factors that may contribute to cyclists not feeling their best when riding.”

“Not only can we adjust your bike to suit your specific body shape, but we can also adapt the bike to accommodate any of your not-soperfect body parts. This is one of the advantages of having your bike fitted by a trained physiotherapist,” Adam explained.

“Many of our cyclists also leave with a specific exercise program to address strength or flexibility limitations. This helps prevent future injuries or pain on their bike.”

This specialist bike fitting program is a welcome addition to the other specialised services that are offered

by Snowy Mountains Physiotherapy including hand therapy, women’s health, sports physiotherapy, postsurgery and post-injury rehabilitation, human movement, and occupational health and safety.

“Those wanting more information on any of these services should check out our website, snowymountainsphysio. com, and those wanting to make an appointment for a bike fit on 30th January can call us on 6452 4203, places are limited so best to get in early so you don’t miss out” Adam suggested.

Racing NSW Board appointments announced Deputy Premier and Minister for Racing Troy Grant today announced the appointment of four directors, including two new female members, to the Racing NSW Board.

Mr Grant said John Messara AM and Russell Balding AO have been reappointed together with two new appointments, Saranne Cooke and Jennifer Owen, which will make female representation comprise almost half of the Racing NSW Board.

“Chair John Messara and new Deputy Chair Russell Balding will continue to offer exceptional leadership of the board, delivering dividends for the industry,” Mr Grant said.

“I congratulate Saranne Cooke and Jennifer Owen who bring their own considerable business, finance, industry and management skills and greater female representation to the board while Ms Cooke, from White Rock near Bathurst, will also be a passionate advocate for country racing.”

The new board make-up comes at an exciting time for racing in NSW

with the State Government recently legislating wagering tax parity with Victoria, delivering a $235 million shot in the arm for racing over the next five years and $90 million each year after that.

“Racing is so important to our state’s economy, with thoroughbreds alone contributing $2.6 billion annually and providing full-time employment to over 21,000 people,” Mr Grant said.

“I have faith in the board to guide Racing NSW through this exciting time, ensuring the money is invested wisely in order to grow the sport for the benefit of all race goers.

“We’ve seen two fantastic announcements for country racing recently with both Country and Provincial Championships and TAB race meetings receiving increased prize money through our tax cuts for NSW racing - a great sign of things to come.’’

Mr Grant thanked outgoing board members Ken Brown and the previous Deputy Chair Naseema Sparks for their service.

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Gun Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first shoot for 2016 Sports grants available

Cooma Gun Club held its first shoot for 2016 at the Berridale range last Saturday.

The club thanks everyone who made the January shoot such a great day.

There were 10 veterans shooting and the

Veteran High Gun was Steve McIntyre with Club President James Barron High Gun for the day.

Pictured below, the scoreboard from the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shoot.

The Member for Monaro John the Program, these being: Barilaro has encouraged local 1. Sport Club Development; sporting clubs to apply for the 2. Community Sport Events; NSW Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local Sport 3. Sport Access; and Grant Program to get more locals 4. Facility Development and involved in sport and recreation Capital Equipment. activities.

Applications are now open and Mr Barilaro said the program close on February 11, 016. aims to increase regular and ongoing participation in sport and For more information active recreation. and to apply, visit www. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Local Sport Grant Program sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au. provides funding for sports clubs in the Monaro and across NSW,â&#x20AC;? said Mr Barilaro. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We all know that BOMBALA DISTRICT BLUE HEELERS sport is incredibly important for health RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB and wellbeing, as well as bringing people in the community together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whether it be funding towards training programs to secure more volunteer coaches or helping with that much-needed First Grade, Reserve Grade change room & Ladies league Tag upgrade, these grants are designed Applications close 27th January, 2016 to encourage more Please send your written application to people to keep Bombala District Blue Heelers RLFC active.â&#x20AC;?

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Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water safety advice NSW Ambulance has renewed advice on water safety following recent incidents involving young children.

Temperatures are set to rise this week and the warmer temperatures often mean more drowning/near drowning incidents as people flock to the beach, pools, lakes and creeks.

NSW Ambulance Director of Education Alan Morrison said there was never a time to be complacent when children and water are involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It only takes a moment for a child to get themselves into trouble around water so it is absolutely vital they are supervised vigilantly at all times,â&#x20AC;? Chief Superintendent Morrison said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anybody who has experienced the horror of a drowning or near-drowning knows it is extremely traumatic for everyone, especially when children are involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When it comes to pools there should be strict adherence to safety guidelines including keeping gates properly closed, removing any items kids can use to climb fences, displaying a CPR chart at all times and knowing what to do in an emergency.â&#x20AC;?

There are also risks indoors with drownings and near-drownings in baths, an all-toocommon source of Triple Zero calls (000) to NSW Ambulance involving babies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Constant supervision of babies and children in the bath is vital and this means under no circumstances should you let them out of your sight to answer the phone or attend to any other distractions,â&#x20AC;? said Chief Superintendent

Morrison. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fill the bath too high and never rely on flotation devices to keep a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head above water.â&#x20AC;?

Whatever the environment, Chief Superintendent Morrison said there is one fundamental piece of advice to remember. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Around water, ensure you know where children are at all times and always maintain visual contact with them,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This remains just as important in public places such as a community pool or the beach; you should never rely on someone else watching the children in your care and ensuring their safety.â&#x20AC;?

NSW Ambulance also advises: â&#x20AC;˘ in a medical emergency dial Triple Zero (000) and ask for Ambulance â&#x20AC;˘ learn CPR and have a CPR chart affixed to the pool fence. You can download a CPR chart from the NSW Ambulance website â&#x20AC;˘ donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect older children to look after younger siblings - children are easily distracted â&#x20AC;˘ donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wedge open gates with toys - this is one of the biggest ways kids can get into trouble â&#x20AC;˘ check that your pool fence complies with the latest Australian Standards and is in good condition â&#x20AC;˘ take pool toys out when finished in the pool, so children canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be tempted to try and get them.

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Saturday 9 January was the start of the 18 holes chicken runs.

A good field played in hot conditions and Phillip McIntosh winning with 39 points. from Merv Douch 38 points.

These two chaps were complaining that they couldn’t win a chook and both have now come out winners.

Sunday was played over nine holes. Leon Jones beat Merv Douch on a c/b with 21 points.

Merv once again being the runner up. Lucky you had a win last week Merv.

Programme for next week.

Saturday 16 chicken run.

Sunday 17 chicken run.

January - nine holes Hit off at 2.30pm.

January - 18 holes Hit off at 1.00pm.

For those who haven’t had a hit lately, just a reminder that you may be called on the play pennants which will commence in a couple of weeks.

Time to brush off the cobwebs and come and have a round in the chicken runs.

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Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club World’s toughest triathlon at Thredbo resumes sailing for 2016 After a very short break, sailing resumed on Lake Jindabyne on Saturday the 2nd January 2016.

This race was the first of a three race series for the Sir William Hudson Trophy. Sir William Hudson who guided the majority of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme was a great supporter of sailing and this trophy recognised this support.

It was he who was instrumental in ensuring that the LJSC had access to the site of the original and now present clubhouse.

Race One saw very light winds and drizzle with three boats competing. Results were; 1. Laser Radial, Ross Tattersall 2. Hobie 16, Barney and Thomas Davis 3. Laser Full Rig, Peter Baker Race Two on January 9 saw two catamarans – Barney Thomas and Martin Bannister and four monohulls sailed by Ross Tattersall, Kerry McGraw, Terry Lee and Lucas and Gote Vikstrom on the water.

Very light winds were the order of the day with only Barney finishing within the allotted time.

The course had already been shortened to a start at the Club buoy, then Quarry then onto Peninsula for the triangle with the short leg being Quarry to the Club buoy.

Whilst there was little wind to contend with there were a number of ski boats generating wash plus canoes, SUP’s and even a couple of swimmers to keep a lookout for.

The twilight races are into the three-race series for the Foundation Cup and race one was sailed on January 6.

Again, very light winds were the order of the evening although this time a squall with gusty winds and heavy rain woke the fleet up towards the end of the race.

Eight boats competed and all sailed the same course which was to Peninsula only. John Byrne ran a very slick race and shortened it after one triangle and a sausage. Results were; 1st Laser Full Rig, Jason Abbott 2nd Laser Full Rig, Sam Bishop 3rd Laser Radial, Ross Tattersall 4th Hobie 16, Barney Davis and Thomas Davis 5th Flying Fifteen, Phil Daley and Nick Kirshner 6th Laser Radia, Kerry McGaw 7th Hobie 17, Tim Symons 8th Impulse, Ross Lawley

Pictured, light winds greeted the fleet.

Photos by John Byrne.

South Coast based events company, Elite Energy will be going where no other event company has gone in 2016, when they launch what will be the world’s toughest endurance event to be held in daylight hours.

The Australian Alpine Ascent (AAA) will be held in the world-class destination of the Kosciusko National Park on March 19-20 and comprises a gruelling 3km swim, 130km ride and 30km run and is expected to see some of the world’s greatest endurance athletes descend on the New South Wales Snowy Mountains for the two day festival.

Elite Energy CEO, Mark Emerton, believes this event will set the benchmark for endurance events in the Southern Hemisphere and will test even the toughest of competitors and those willing to take the challenge ‘into thin air’.

“This event will be up there with the likes of Norseman and has been designed to really test an individual.

It’s not just about distance, it’s about altitude, it’s about unpredictable weather, it’s about hills – big hills, competitors will be running to the tallest peak in Australia and it will be in vain if they don’t get there before dusk when the National Park lock the gates.

“Logistically, this will be the biggest event we’ve organised and we are working really closely with all local authorities to ensure this is a great success,” said Emerton.

For all the suffering athletes are sure to endure, the course is nothing

short of spectacular ad will see athletes pass through some of the Snowy Mountains’ most picturesque locations including Dead Horse Gap, Charlottes Pass, the Thredbo Village and one of the most famous landmarks in Australia, the peak of Mt Kosciuszko.

The course will begin with a 3km swim in Lake Crackenback, before transitioning out of the water and onto the bike to commence the 130km ride, before hitting the pavement for the final 30km run – arguably the most gruelling stretch of the three legs with a 9.5km run to the summit of Australia’s highest peak.

“A number of rules and regulations will be placed on this event as we compete with a number of risks and unpredictable elements and athletes will need their own support crew.

“The highest ascent is 2228km and it’s anyone’s guess what sort of conditions we will get on the day. Kosciuszko National Park is notorious for being sunshine one minute and blizzards the next and we need to make sure as event organisers, we are ready for that as much as the athletes are.

“We really are excited to have this event in our portfolio and to really be putting Australia on the world stage for endurance events.”

Registrations to this event are now open and entrants are urged to read the fine print to ensure they are eligible and able to enter.

Monaro Air Rifle Club The Monaro Air Rifle Club will kick off an exciting year, with shooting recommencing tonight, Wednesday January 13.

On January 20, the K&E Gross Memorial Trophy shoot will be held, followed up by the BiMonthly Medal shoot on the 27th.

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District men’s pairs begin The president is leaving Not much Bowling activity over the Christmas /New Year period, however Bob Douglass advised that a brand new mower had been left at his place by an anonymous donor to be used to mow the green surrounds.

Whoever is responsible, thank you very much, your action is greatly appreciated.

On the bowling scene the Monaro District Mens Pairs commenced at Adaminaby last Saturday with the following results, Mens State Pairs, R Nichols and D Pastro defeated M Brown and D Turner 18/16.

State President Reserve Pairs, P Jefferson and C Demczuk defeated T Croker and G Venables 21/15, J Cummins and N Hind defeated K Rees and M Mannile 22/18, P Marsicano and R Russell defeated S Seears and R Nichols 21/17, State Senior Pairs, T Butler and L Whitehead defeated K McRorie and V Weston 37/15.

This brought all three events to Semi-final stage and these and the finals were played on Sunday.

Semi-finals Sunday morning in State Pairs, Ray Nichols and Dave Pastro defeated Ed Potter and Greg Morris 25/23 and Brian Seears and John Schoon defeated Mel Storta and Danial Clough 26/13. State President Reserve Pairs Phil Jefferson and Chris Demczuk defeated Mick Mayhew and Ron Wainwright 31/16, John Cummins and Nick Hind defeated P Marsicano and Ross Russell 19/14. State Senior Pairs, M Frezza and Ignazio Mondello defeated Tony Butler and Laurie Whitehead 23/21 and John Vincent and Giulio D’Amico defeated Kim Weston and Mark Buckley 21/10.

Afternoon matches produced the following results. State Pairs, Brian Seears and John Schoon defeated Ray Nichols and Dave Pastro 22/16, Phil Jefferson and Chris Demczuk defeated John Cummins and Nick Hind 24/17.

State Senior Pairs John Vincent and Giulio D’Amico defeated Mario Frezza and Ignazio Mondello 21/18.

Weekend social bowls on Saturday Keith Goodwin played swinging led for Mary Murphy

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Cooma Little Athletics president Ben Wood is resigning to take a position in Dubai in Middle East.

The centre wishes Ben and his family “all the best” in the Persian Golf Country.

Ben has been the president for the past two seasons and injected some new ideas into the running of the centre.

Ben ran with the Woden Centre as a “Little A’er”, and holds some regional and state records that have stood the “Test of Time”, over 25+ years. Ben was a Sprinter and Long/Triple Jumper in those days.

Back on Track this Saturday We kick off the second half of our

and Mark Buckley and for Tony Gray and Denis Steinfort. Mark and Mary got off to a great start to lead 14/9 at the halfway point and went on to win 21/11.

Judy Locker, John Payne and Daphne Buckley had an up and down match with Maureen D’Amico, Ron Wainwright and Renate Winckel. At 17/17 they decided it couldn’t be closer and called it off on end 19. Ken Rees and Mike Mannile trailed Max Povey and Paul Cannell all the way but finished strongly to go down 15/25.

Bob Douglass and Wayne Lodge were right on target against Renate Winckel and Geoff Venables winning 15 ends to nine for a 23/11 victory.

Are there any bowlers who want to play in the Major Singles? If so make sure your name is on the entry sheet at the Notice Board. The draw will be made on January 24, with play to commence February 13.

Pictured, Mark Buckley and Denis Steinfort at Cooma Bowling Club last Saturday.

T&F season on January 16 with a Multi-Events Program for all Age Groups.

The following Saturday, January 23 will be a Handicap Program, again for all Age Groups.

Then on January 30 we are back in full swing of things leading up to regional’s and state championships.

The Athletics ACT State is on February 7-9 for those interested and has duel registration.

This is followed by Little A’s South Side Regional Carnival on February 27-28 at Woden. Three weeks later, those who have qualified continue through to ACT Little A’s State on March 19-20.

One step closer to extended Thredbo Valley track An extension to the popular Thredbo Valley Track is now one step closer following approval of the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) project that will create a world-class mountain biking and hiking experience through the Snowy Mountains.

NPWS recently appointed Dirt Art Pty Ltd, specialist recreational trail designers to construct the ‘Lower’ Thredbo Valley Track through the secluded section of the valley in Kosciuszko National Park.

Anthony Evans, NPWS AlpineQueanbeyan Area Manager, said the existing 17km track from Thredbo Village to Lake Crackenback has exceeded visitor number expectations since it officially opened in 2015.

“We are thrilled to be able to extend a unique and very popular asset that will increase visitation to Kosciuszko National Park and cement the wider Snowy Region as an iconic destination for mountain biking,” Mr Evans said.

“The planned extension will start at Bullocks Flat, taking riders and hikers along the Thredbo River and up switch-back climbs where they will enjoy the sub-alpine scenery and vistas down to the river.

“There are currently no roads or trails in this area so once complete the Lower Thredbo Valley Track will take people safely through

previously inaccessible and rugged country offering a truly unique experience,” Mr Evans said.

Plans to extend the track have involved the Snowy River Shire Council, Department of Primary Industries (DPI), Resorts and community stakeholders who want to create a world-class continuous track linking Thredbo to Jindabyne and beyond to Tyrolean Village.

A proposed new community trail outside Kosciuszko National Park would complete this idea and link the end of the Lower Thredbo Valley Track to Curiosity Rocks at Jindabyne Dam where there is an existing network of trails.

Dirt Art are expected to begin construction early this year.

The tender also includes planned walking track upgrades on the Main Range around Blue Lake and Mt Carruthers. Improvements to these walking tracks will be undertaken by Jindabyne Landscaping and are expected to start over summer. All walking tracks will remain open during these works, however there will be some short diversions around work sites.

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Cooma Golf Club news As for much of the Monaro last week’s rain was a blessing for the golf club, turning wind burnt, dry fairways into a green landscape with grass shooting up as if by magic.

In Wednesday’s Stableford Phil Ingram was the A grade winner on a count back with the best score of the day with 37 points. B grade was won by Rod Tran with 35 points and C grade went to Tony Monday with 34 points.

Ball winners were Denis Minehan (37), Mal Crockett, Norm Marshal (36), Mark Rainsford (35), Charlie Beaumont (34), Bill Dyball (33), Bob Ashcroft (33), Jim Caldwell and Warren Bray 32.

Phil Ingram won Nearest the Pin on nine and Campbell Childs on 17.

The first round of the Summer Cup on Saturday saw visitor Phil Gadd from Walwa street the field with a blistering 41 points to win C Grade. In contrast the locals barely raised a whimper A Grade was won by Brian Searl with 34 points on a countback from Steve Young. B Grade went to Geoff Bohringer on 36 points from Chris Brown on 35 and C Grade runner up was Bill Dyball with 35 points.

Balls were won by Frank McKnight, Steve Wheatley, Robert O’Farrell, Marty Gelling, Mark Rainsford, Alex Walter, Dom Rossi, Kim Howard, John Gargett, Lindsay Blewitt and Tony Monday.

Geoff Bohringer won Nearest the Pin on nine and Mark Rainsford on 17.

Sunday saw the first round of the year long Super Stableford. In ideal conditions Robert Farrell was an easy winner with 40 points (must be the coaching from his father-in-law) with Alexander Childs second with 37 and Steve Young third with 36 points.

Balls were won by Phil Patricks, Norm Marshall, Bob Ashcroft, Frank McKnight, Carolyn O’Byrne and Marie-Christine Bilbow.

Long Drives on the 15th went to Sam Patricks (A Grade), Rod Tran (B Grade) John Harris (C Grade) and Gaye Wilson (Ladies) while Nearest the Pins went to Marie-Christine Bilbow on nine and Alexander Childs on 17.

The second round of the Summer Cup will be held on next Saturday January 16 with a medley Stableford on each of Sunday and next Wednesday.

Geoff Bohringer, Brian Searl, John Harris and Rod Tran on the 10th tee and enjoying great conditions for golf. All four gentlemen teed off with excellent first shots for the day.

Hot golf in Summer Cup The ladies’ summer nine-hole competitions are once again underway. Conditions have been hot and the course is looking quite good considering the lack of rain. More importantly our players are keen and we are delighted to welcome new and returning members.

In the first round of the Summer Cup Val Leitch was the winner with 24 points. Balls were won by Rulie Steinfort, 23 points, and Lorraine McGregor, 21 points. Sizzling form!

Lorraine also had Nearest The Pin on the fourth.

A large field contested the first round of the Sisters’ Trophy on Wednesday. The winner was Lyn Last with a pleasing 19 points. Carolyn O’Byrne was the runner-

up with 15 points on a countback. Balls were won by Pat Davis, Gaye Wilson, Clare Nowland and Julie Upton, all on 15 points.

In the second round of the Summer Cup Val Leitch was once again the winner with a solid 20 points. Not quite as many three pointers this week but none-the-less a fine result! Her consistency has been a feature. Rulie Steinfort was the runner-up with 18 points. Balls were won by Marilynne Weston and Marie-Christine Bilbow both with 17 points. Rulie also had Nearest The Pin on the 9th.

Coming up: Wed, 13th Jan – Rd 2 Sisters’ 9 hole stableford; Sat, 16th Jan – Summer Cup 9 hole stableford Rd 3 See you on the course!

Visitors to the region also enjoyed a great day for golf.

Pictured are Steve Owen from Thredbo, Colin Rankin from Cobram Barooga and Andrew and Anthony Brown from Wollongong.

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Cooma deputy mayor Rogan Corbett is building a billy cart for his five year old grandson for the Cooma Billy Cart Derby.

The race is set to take place on January 24 and people from the community are encouraged to get tinkering and construct their own cart for the race.

Rogan is pictured with Cooma Car Club life member and billy cart consultant, Keith Montague.

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