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WEDNESDAY December 16, 2015

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Marine Rescue gets $40,000 C Councillor ill JJohn h Sh Shumack, k D Deputy t U Unitit C Commander d T Tanya C Casey, M Monaro Regional R i lM Manager B Bob bH Herbert, b t M Member b ffor M Monaro John J h B Barilaro, il Unit U it Commander C d Les L Th Threlfo lf and d Councillor Colin Stewart-Beardsley at the announcement of the NSW Government grant on Friday, to be used for an operations base at Lake Jindabyne. See story next page.

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First home for Marine Rescue in Jindabyne Barilaro. “The volunteer marine rescue unit currently has no building or facilities to support their community service so this funding will go a long way to establish a much needed home. “The base will be designed to support critical rescue operations, volunteer training and community education activities.” Marine Rescue Unit Commander Les Threlfo said that this grant will make a huge difference to the work they do on Lake Jindabyne. “This money will assist us in our plan to build a shed right next to the lake,” he says, “This will be where we Wellness of Mind, Body & Spirit will keep our boat and a landcruiser. With the boat currently being kept behind the church in Jindabyne, the new location will mean a difference of 15 minutes, which is a significant amount of time if you find yourself in a Come and find some gorgeous crystals, dangerous situation on the water.” Himalayan salt lamps, doTERRA Essential Oils, Spiritual BOOKS & CD's, Clothes, Greeting Cards, Gifts, jewellery and much more

Marine Rescue Volunteers in Jindabyne will have their very own training and operations base for the first time thanks to a helping hand from the NSW Government. The Member for Monaro John Barilaro said volunteers from the Marine Rescue Alpine Lakes squad currently have no base to operate from. “It is with such delight that I announce a $40,000 grant through the NSW government’s Community Building Partnership Program to enable this vital organisation to build their own base,” said Mr

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Mr Threlfo says that the next stage is to speak with both the Snowy River Shire Council and Snowy Hydro about the construction of the building. Mr Barilaro said the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program offers grant funding for infrastructurebased projects that meet a need in the local community. “This program supports the building, refurbishment or enhancement of community infrastructure facilities that deliver positive

social, recreational and environmental outcomes for the community; it has funded hundreds of community projects throughout the Monaro since its inception,” said Mr Barilaro, “This grant will help such a vital organisation to continue the fantastic work they do in our region.”

Above: The location of the proposed shed that the grant will be used for in assisting Marine Rescue operations.

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Member for Eden-Monaro, Dr Peter Hendy MP has today called for nominations of mobile black spot locations in the Cooma and Snowy River regions to be submitted by December 31st for consideration under Round 2 of the Mobile Black Spot Program. “The Coalition Government has committed $60 million which will help provide new or upgraded mobile coverage in the this region under Round 2 of the Mobile Black Spot Programme,” Dr Hendy said. “I strongly encourage residents of Cooma and Snowy River region to nominate mobile black spots in the local area before the deadline of December 31.” Black spot nominations for Round 2 of the Programme can be made

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online at www.communications.gov.au/ blackspots or emailed to Dr Hendy at peter. hendy.mp@aph.gov.au. “The Coalition Government understands the importance of mobile coverage in regional and remote areas of Australia. The Coalition invested $100 million under Round 1 of the programme which will see almost 500 new mobile base stations built nationally. This is the biggest one-time increase in mobile coverage from a single funding programme in the history of mobile telecommunications in Australia,” Dr Hendy said. Locations nominated as mobile black spots by people living in the Cooma region will be added to a national database. The database will be provided to mobile operators as part of a competitive selection process, where operators will be required to nominate sites where they would build new or upgraded base stations to serve the black spot locations nominated by the public. The Government will then select successful locations in accordance with the ranking process set out in the Mobile Black

Spot Programme Round 2 guidelines, which will be issued publicly prior to the commencement of the competitive selection process. The competitive selection process is scheduled to begin in early 2016, and the Government expects to be in a position to announce the successful locations under Round 2 by the end of 2016. Over 6,000 locations were nominated under Round 1 of the programme, with Round 1 set to provide new or upgraded coverage to around 3,000 of the nominated black spots. Black spots which are not set to receive new or upgraded coverage under Round 1 of the programme will remain in the database as eligible locations for Round 2. A map of mobile black spot locations and the locations which will receive new or upgraded coverage under the Programme is available on the National Map: http:// nationalmap.gov.au/ For more information visit: https://www. communications.gov.au/what-we-do/ phone/mobile-services-and-coverage/ mobile-black-spot-programme

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The winner is set to be drawn next week, and will be given recognition by the program for the work that they do in ensuring they keep up the Essentials of Care in their facility. Essentials of Care is a program that exists in hospitals around the state that aims to enhance the experiences of patients, families, carers and the staff involved in the delivery of care through the ongoing evaluation and development of safe, effective and compassionate clinical workplace cultures. Kirsty Herbert is the local Essentials of Care Coordinator, and she says that it’s all about working together to always try and improve the quality of compassionate care given to patients.

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Ambulance busy, police issue warning A 62-year-old male was taken to Cooma hospital with head injuries and back pain after falling off his horse at Sawyers Hill in the Kosciuszko National Park. Cooma paramedics attended the scene after the horse apparently fell, rolling over the top of the rider. Cooma Fire Brigade and Rural Fire Services had a quiet weekend, however with the current drying conditions, they would like to remind the public to be cautious of their behaviour, and encourage reporting any unattended fires by calling triple zero. Cooma police will also be on the lookout

for anyone tossing cigarette butts out of their vehicle windows, with Detective Sergeant Michael Handley saying that tickets will be issued if seen by police. Coming into the holiday season, Detective Sergeant Handley would also like to remind the public that the ‘Safe Arrival’ program will roll out again this week. Police will be out in force to target traffic offences such as speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, failure to wear seatbelts, fatigue and using a phone whilst driving. The program is aimed at keeping our roads safe for everyone during the busy

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Gilbert and Ronnie save Christmas Lynsey and Trevor Nichols are spreading an important Christmas recycling message to the children of the area. Putting on a dramatic performance of their book Gilbert and Ronnie Save Christmas, Lynsey and Susan Burke have been visiting the local schools and preschools with Gilbert and Ronnie over the last few weeks. Putting on some silly costumes and singing some funny songs, the ladies are encouraging children to reuse and recycle their toys. The story of the Christmas book is all about getting them to think about giving their old, unwanted toys to other less fortunate children. Gilbert the garbage truck is a character Trevor and Lynsey created in order to teach children the value of recycling to make a cleaner planet for their future. Trevor, or ‘Herb’, has been a waste collector for

more than 20 years and decided to write entertaining stories in order to educate children about the correct way to dispose of their garbage and why. His wife Lynsey is an artist and is responsible for all the illustrations in their three books. She also enlisted the help of Susan Burke, a local primary school teacher and mother, to help her with the interactive shows they tour around the local schools, creatively spreading the message about reusing and recycling. With the help of the CoomaMonaro Council, they have also had the local garbage truck decorated with the images from the book, making them look like the characters Gilbert and Ronnie. All three books by Lynsey and Herb are available at the Cooma Visitor’s Centre as a three-pack for $25. A fun, local and educational product, what could be a better Christmas present for your little ones this year?

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One step closer to finishing Jindabyne’s columbarium

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Jindabyne’s cemetery is one step closer to finishing their columbarium, securing $10,000 of funding from the Snowy River Shire Council’s Delivery and Operations Committee last week. The Jindabyne Lions Club have been behind the project and Secretary Brian Farmer made a presentation to the Committee at their meeting last Tuesday about where the project was at, and what was needed to move forward. Mr Farmer said that he is also currently discussing

further funding as a result of a grant application from the NSW Government through local member John Barilaro. According to Mr Farmer, the project requires about $30,000 to be completed. With the capacity to hold 300 – 400 cinerary urns, not only with the columbarium will provide a respectful space for the placement of ashes, it will provide some revenue back to the Council, with the use and reservation of a niche coming at a price.

Monaro High School’s 2016 school leaders were announced at the school’s recent awards presentation night. Pictured left to right are Vice Captains Bailey Burke and Craysha AudleyCoote with Captains Taya Evans and Matthijs de Ruijter. Voted in by the school body, including staff as well as students, the leaders are looking forward to representing MHS in the new year.

Love Christmas The Cooma Chamber of Commerce Love Christmas campaign kicked off last Friday with over 30 businesses opening for extended hours. This is a great initiative to promote local businesses and to encourage residents shop local. Extended trading will continue this Friday night 18 December with shops open until 7.00pm. “Be sure not to miss the fun on Friday 18 December as it will be a great family evening in Cooma, all participating shops will be open until 7pm, there will be Santa photos, a vintage fire engine and the night will be capped off with Carols in the Park from 7pm, so join in the fun and support this great initiative� President of the Cooma Chamber of Commerce, Kathy Kelly, said. The Cooma Chamber of Commerce So Much to Love bumper sticker competition has been a lot of fun and last week’s winner was Sonia Fogarty.

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Council was very pleased to have been successful in achieving a grant of $139 300 to establish a dedicated Community Recycling Centre in the Shire. The new “Snowy River Community Recycling Centre� will be constructed at the Jindabyne Landfill and once completed residents will be able to drop off household problem wastes for recycling and/or safe disposal for items such as oils, paint, batteries, gas cylinders etc, free of charge. We were one of only ten councils successful in gaining this funding under the Improved Systems for Household Problem Wastes Fund. Council also submitted an application for Berridale Civic Precinct Upgrade project in the second round of the National Stronger Regions Funds. Unfortunately, on this occasion we have been notified that our application was unsuccessful. We have achieved much this year in grant funding which has benefited our communities across the Shire however it is disappointing that we did not achieve our desired outcome for this project as we provided a very strong application to support our need for funding. Snowy Rivers’ application was one of 514 received by the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development totalling approximately $1.47 billion in grant funding requests. We will now look forward to Round 3 of the NSRF however, due to the current climate in Local Government and the potential upcoming mergers, timelines for round 3 will need to be confirmed and what funding will be available.

Senior Staff: Executive Officer: Garry Lane Skilled Migration and RCB Manager: Mareeca Flannery Committee members of the RDA Southern Inland include: Chair Mark Schweikert from Bungendore; Co-Deputy Chair Sue Whelan, OAM, from Queanbeyan; Co-Deputy Chair Ben Maguire from Bowning; Allan Carpenter from Queanbeyan; Andrew Heath from Queanbeyan; Anthony Goonan from Bywong; Terry Oakes-Ash from Bowral; Barry McDonald from Goulburn; John Bell from Breadalbane; and John Vucic from Cooma. Regional Development Australia Southern Inland (RDASI) recently held its first meeting with a new committee that was appointed in mid-2015. RDASI is part of a network of 55 Regional Development Australia committees across Australia. RDA Southern Inland is a non-profit organisation funded by both the NSW and Australian Governments and it currently encompasses 12 local government areas including: Wingecarribee, Goulburn Mulwaree, Yass Valley, Upper Lachlan, Boorowa, Harden, Young, Palerang, Queanbeyan, CoomaMonaro, Snowy River, and Bombala. The role of the RDA-Southern Inland is to build on opportunities

that advance economic development across the region, making linkages and collaborating with all levels of government, local business and the community. RDA Southern Inland also provides Skilled Migration Services as a Regional Certifying Body (RCB) on behalf of the NSW and Australian Governments by assisting businesses in attracting and employing skilled immigrants to fill skills shortages within local business. This brings international skills not often found within the local labor market. The main office of RDA Southern Inland is located in Goulburn with the Skilled Migration Services also being offered in Queanbeyan every Wednesday.

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Cheaper power bills possible Local governments across Australia will have the opportunity to cut their energy bills and reduce emissions as part of a new a $250 million loan package under the Australian Government’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) announced by Member for Eden-Monaro Peter Hendy. “Local councils could invest in clean technology across their operations, ranging from street lights to solar panels on offices, community housing, libraries, sports grounds and infrastructure,” said Dr Hendy. “I encourage CoomaMonaro Shire Council to apply under this new program.” “Many councils are already looking at how they can reduce the costs for ratepayers such as switching to LED street lighting. This initiative will help them do that.” Local government has long been an active partner in helping the Australian Government tackle climate change and setting new

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directions for clean energy and lower emissions.” “It’s also about how we can make our local communities more liveable through greening our towns and cities.” “Many have already achieved great things, not only in energy efficiency but through initiatives like cutting landfill emissions with better waste management.” “Access to flexible and competitive fixed-rate, long-term finance under this program will help Cooma-Monaro Shire Council make greater savings for their ratepayers while cutting emissions.” Loans of at least $10 million can be taken out over three years for a single project or package of works, and councils can work together to finance joint projects. Further details on how to apply are available at: http://www. cleanenergyfinancecorp. com.au/energy-efficiency/ local-government-financeprogram.aspx

Lambie Street Preschool is proud to announce that it received an overall rating of EXCEEDING the National Quality Standard during their recent assessment and rating visit from the Department of Education. The new Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) assessment and rating process involved an independent assessor coming to the preschool and reviewing all aspects of the service against the National Quality Standards. The final report summary read “Your service is commended Some of the Lambie Street Preschool staff celebrating their great achievement: Alison on its achievements Dooley, Catherine Dodd, Tanya Janota, Nicole Alexander, Jodie Bailey, Belinda Lloyd, Cathy in providing quality Toohey, Michelle Buchanan. Absent, Sue Bruce, Vickey Constance, Dianne Smith. outcomes for children. In particular, responsive to reflect on current practice to maintain the quality and respectful relationships with children, staffing outcomes evident during this assessment and rating arrangements and in providing a physical environment process.” that is safe, suitable and provides a rich and diverse The staff, families and management committee of Lambie range of experiences that promote children’s learning Street Preschool are very proud of this outcome. and development. Your service has demonstrated a Lambie Street Preschool is currently taking enrolments commitment to taking an active role in caring for the for the 2016 school year. You can contact the preschool on environment and contributing to a sustainable future. It is 64522669 or email admin_lambiest@tpg.com.au to request recommended that management and educators continue and enrolment package.

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unfortunately her injuries were too extensive and despite their best efforts, the hospital could not save her.” At the ceremony held at the City Recital Hall in Sydney on Friday, Nicole and Chris were presented with their Unit Citation for Courage along with other paramedics who were also at the siege, and various other paramedics from across the state. One of those others was Cooma paramedic, Paul Thompson, who was Nicole’s first training officer when she worked in Cooma. “Thommo is such an inspiration to me and has taught me so much,” says Nicole, “It was a real honour to have both of us receive awards together.” Paul received a Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal for his work in Japan in response to the earthquake they experienced in 2011.

Going over for 10 days with 78 others, including fire brigade and police officers, for the search and rescue mission, Paul was part of the Special Casualty Access Team (SCAT). Digging through collapsed structures and conducting floor searches for bodies and any survivors, it was Paul’s responsibility as an intensive care paramedic to treat not only any victims of the earthquake, but to look after the welfare of his group as well. “The scope of the disaster and the devastation is what really

stuck with me from that experience,” he says, “To see the resilience of the Japanese people in that situation was very humbling.” Paul, who has been a paramedic for 26 years and has worked in Cooma for 15 years, says he was honoured to have received the award in Sydney on Friday. Above: Our local heroes - paramedics Nicole Nicholls (Pendergast) and Paul Thompson at the NSW Ambulance award ceremony on Friday.

Nominated for theatre award The Monaro Committee for Cancer Research presentation of Strictly Musical has been nominated for two awards at the Canberra Area Theatre Awards. The CAT Awards night will be held on February 20 next year and the cast from Jersey Boys are thrilled to have been asked to perform as part of the gala on the night. The performance has been nominated for Best Production of a Variety Show and ‘Best Variety Performance by an Individual or Ensemble’, and MCCR president Sandy Schofield said everyone is very excited at having been selected. “We’re happy that they’re

acknowledging our theatrics and it’s good to be acknowledged for putting on such a big performance,” she said. Ms Schofield congratulated all the stars and cast of Strictly Musical and thanked them for their contribution to the enormous success of the event.

Overall the event raised $218,000 for the MCCR and the performance is being deservedly recognised for the quality and professionalism of all the cast and organisers.

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NEWS 9 Lake Light sculpture Jindabyne calls for entries Wednesday December 16, 2015

In its 14th year the renowned Lake Light Sculpture that is spectacularly set along the foreshore of Lake Jindabyne will be held during Easter 25th March - 28th March 2016. The inspiring outdoor exhibition is now calling for entries, open to professional and emerging artists, local school and community groups and tradespeople. New for 2016, the total prize pool will increase to $17 500 with the Major Prize valued at $7 500. Also on offer is the $500 People’s Choice Illumination Sculpture Award to help encourage artists to incorporate more illumination into their sculptures. It is a unique quality of the event to see the sculptures lit up at night. Over the years the event has attracted a high number of entries from local talented artists and the organisers hope to see this again in 2016.

“From a creativity point of view, to have an idea in your head, put it into a physical form and on display for people to see what they think, Lake Light Sculpture presents a great opportunity to express yourself,” says local artist and multiple Lake Light Sculpture award winner Michael Scott Lees. “It’s also a great feeling to contribute to something that the community is proud of, brings visitors to town and that your sculpture is helping to make the event happen,” Michael Scott Lees said. In 2015, 63 sculptures were exhibited and over 18 000 visitors experienced the event with over 40 sculptures sold. Enter by downloading the Entry Form online at lakelightsculpture. com.au. For information contact Todd Costa on 0418 484 100 or via email info@lakelightsculpture.com.au

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Birdsnest has dressed up for Christmas The Birdsnest store this Christmas features beautiful hand-made decorations with a vintage paper and turquoise theme. A huge one-metre paper wreath and stunning Christmas tree made entirely from vintage paper steal the show with a beautiful collection of paper doves hanging from the ceiling. Jacqui Schofield developed the concept and a team of birdsnest girls helped bring it to life. Pop in this month to see this Christmas story and the wonderful collection of Christmas gift ideas. Birdsnest is open 10am - 5pm Monday to Friday; 10am - 2pm on Saturday and for Christmas we’re open on Friday nights until 7pm (with Champagne and nibbles) and on Sundays from 10am - 1pm.

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Throughout the year the Werri Nina Contact Centre has been running a program for residents of Yallambee, Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre and other members of the community. Every second Tuesday for the last few months, three teams have competed in various games including darts, ten pin bowling and boule. Run by Chris Attard, the activities have been very successful with all the participants enjoying the competition immensely. Contact Centre Coordinator Sue Gorringe-Lupton said that it has been a fantastic program. “The thing is that when people go into care, they often lose contact with the community,� she says, “It is really important to keep them integrated, and that is what this program has done, and Chris has done a wonderful job organising it.� One of the participants, Lynne Byrne, received a special Encouragement Award for the competition. Lynne is completely blind, and Chris came up with

Norma Lynch scoring some baskets. some innovative ways to ensure she could join in for all the activities. Each week the points for the games were added up for each team, and last Tuesday the winners for the year were announced. Taking out first place was the ‘Toy Boys’, Contact Centre’s Men’s Group team. Second place went to the Yallambee team, who are driven down in a bus by their volunteer driver Laurel. The Contact Centre ‘Dazzling Dames’ team came in third for the year. Monaro Meats, Cooma Rural and Allan’s Music all donated trophies for the teams. Lloyd Venables of Monaro Meats attended the presentation last Tuesday and said that he would be happy to give more support for next year’s program. Chris says he would like to introduce some new games next year, including golf putting and mini basketball, which the teams trialled at the presentation.

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Celebrity guest speaker at Bombala Australia Day fun Christmas has not yet come and the Bombala district is already looking ahead to a bumper Australia Day weekend in 2016! This year the 60th local Australia Day celebrations will be enjoyed in Delegate on Saturday, January 23, followed by a commemoration for the Men from Snowy River on Sunday, January 24. And there will be special guests all over the place! Well known author, columnist and former Rugby Union star, Peter FitzSimons will be among them, fulfilling the role of guest speaker on both days. A well renowned Aussie figure, Peter will prove a popular and appropriate speaker on both occasions, especially given the

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will the march with the Duntroon Band and 12 descendants of the original Men from Snowy River marchers. The lead group will pause briefly at the Memorial Gates for a short ceremony before continuing on to the front of the School of Arts where a stage will be set up for the official proceedings.

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48-year-old Victor Beliker from Kogarah was charged with negligent driving for an offence that occurred on the Alpine Way on July 16. He was issued a $425 fine. Sean Robert Brooks aged 20 was convicted of supplying drugs. He received 200 hours community service. Brooks was found with 11.1 grams of cannabis and $625 cash on his person in Commissioner Street, Cooma. Melissa Evans aged 32 was convicted of driving while licence suspended on Sharp Street on November 7. She received a $550 fine and was disqualified from driving for 12 months. 41-year-old Gregory Gourley was convicted of low range DUI. He was pulled over on Kosciuszko Road and returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.071. He received a seven month good behaviour bond.

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Monster carp caught in Cooma Creek! Top right, Matt Fabbro with his winning catch of the competition a 74cm carp. Bottom right, other winners from the Cooma Monaro Carp Competition at the presentation held at the Alpine Hotel in Cooma on Sunday.

The presentation of the inaugural Cooma Monaro Carp Comp was held on Sunday, December 13 at the Alpine Hotel. The presentation marked the finish of a month long, region wide fishing competition which aimed to take carp out of our rivers and pin-point carp hotspots. Fishing was allowed anywhere in the upper Murrumbidgee catchment south of the ACT. Prizes were awarded for largest fish caught in both adult and junior categories. Over the month , 70 competitors fished a total of 345 carp out of our rivers recording the lengths of each fish caught. The total length of fish caught (laid end to end) was 16,361.5cm. The largest carp caught in the adult category was by Matt Fabbro, measuring a monstrous 74cm, from the Cooma Creek. Second place was awarded to Wayne Dietrich (with a 70cm carp) and third went to Tony Johnson (with a 65.5cm carp). Joshua Sharkey won first prize in the junior category with a 62cm fish caught from the Numeralla River. Second place was awarded to Jason Travis Kelly (with a 58.5cm carp) and third went to Natalie Jones (with a 58cm carp). The largest mirror carp caught were a 54cm fish caught by Tony Johnson (adult category) from the Numeralla junction and a 43cm carp caught by Fletcher Jones (junior category) upstream of the Numeralla village. The mystery length went to Peter Lawlis who

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Response to brumby claims Editor, RE Sunday Telegraph Story Snowy Mountains Brumby Sustainability and Management Group have had to respond to correspondence from both SMBSMG membership and snowy brumby supporters in general expressing community concern at the integrity of the recently published “Exclusive”, two page article in the Sunday Telegraph (22 Nov., 2015) titled “Wild Horses Can’t Drag Brumbies Out Of Danger”, authored by chief journalist Linda Silmalis. The article pretends to be an objective analysis on the ongoing and highly emotive story of the snowy brumby, however, that pretence is easily torn down by simple analysis of fact. Ms Silmalis cites a population of 6000, obviously a figure fed to her by NPWS however population numbers claimed by brumby alarmists range from 14,000 by environmental alarmist/ luminaries Graham Worboys and Alec Costin to the 10,000 claimed by the NPWS Director of Metropolitan and Mountains in a number of radio interviews with the ABC’s Helen Claire. Interestingly, SMBSMG made a number of applications to the radio show’s producer asking for equivalent air-time in order to challenge the figures broadcast nationally, but, no surprise to SMBSMG, we were refused point-blank. The Australian Alps Population survey reported a population somewhere between 3899 and 8155 brumbies across the Australian Alps, to ordinary people like us that is a hit and miss figure with a range of 4250 horses between lower and upper figure- smells a bit like horse excreta to me! NPWS have so far refused to release the document to allow independent analysis of the methodology and cost to the taxpayer, you and I. NPWS then claim a population increase of 20% but previous NPWS publications have stated that an increase figure of 10% is more accurate. The article then goes on to mention NPWS claims that the Snowy brumby is a threat to the broad-toothed rat, inferring that the broad-toothed rat population is being decimated by the Snowy brumby. This claim is compromised by the internationally recognised International Union of Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species that clearly identifies major threats as being predation by foxes and cats with habitat destruction by rabbits, hares horses, pigs, ski resort development, bushfires and the effects of global warming. SMBSMG are of the opinion that these facts well and truly demonstrate the level to which NPWS will stoop to in misinform the public. NPWS also fails to clearly identify where populations of Snowy brumbies overlay or co-habit with the Alpine Water Skink or Guthega Skink, because of course, it would clearly

prove a limited co-existence between the brumby and the skink. NPWS, again, fail to reveal how many of the recognised sphagnum bogs within KNP are within those localities where the Snowy brumby roams or to what extent the brumby compromises the hydrology of these bogs. The article reports that more than 300 snowy brumbies were sighted by Telegraph reporters on their jaunt across the mountains, the obvious question is that if the reporters were in flight for even only one hour, why weren’t some of the other 5,700 horses claimed to exist by the brumby alarmists sighted or is, in actual fact that 300 sighted pretty close to the actual figure remaining? Ms Silmalis then goes on to quote several “stake-holders” as supporting the shooting of the horses at the site of the NPWS death-pens but fails to identify either who the “stake-holders” are or their relationship with NPWS. At a NPWS convened brumby advocate meeting in August 2014 in Adaminaby, the President of Snowy Mountains Bush Users Group expressed support for the shooting of the brumbies at NPWS traps. NPWS stated concern for the humaneness of passive trapping are not much more than populist jibber, SMBSMG have made representation to members of the State Government for a Parliamentary inquiry into all aspects of NPWS management and handling of the Snowy brumby, both retrospectively and current but have been stone-walled completely. NPWS state that Park neighbours are taking matters into their own hands by shooting horses, FACT- SMBSMG have published graphic images on our face-book page of these horses shot well within KNP and, a number of them witnessed by myself personally. Some of these horses carcasses were found in regions where only KNP and their pest control contractors have access. What Ms Silmalis also fails to disclose to the public is that the NPWS officer featured in the article is a selfconfessed zero horse populationist and a vocal proponent of aerial shooting of the Snowy brumby. Repeated attempts by SMBSMG to contact Ms Silmalis in order to put our position as the only brumby supporters committed to a sciencebased and sustainable populations of the Snowy brumby to the readers of the Telegraph have been totally fruitless. It appears this article has been engineered with the State Government giving covert support as a propaganda strategy to support their ultimate goal, which is the extinction of the Snowy brumby. All brumby supporters should note these comments as the Snowy brumby saga continues to unfold. Alan Lanyon President, SMBSMG

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COOMA-MONARO SHIRE COUNCIL WEEKLY NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION

16th December, 2015

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COUNCIL communiquĂŠ 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

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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 SHIRE COUNCIL LOCAL CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS Nominate in one or more of the following categories: Citizen of the Year Sportsperson of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Young Sportsperson of the Year Arts Person of the Year

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NOMINATION FORMS are available at the above locations or download a NOMINATION FORM from Council’s Website: www.cooma.nsw.gov.au NOMINATIONS CLOSE 5.00PM FRIDAY, 18 December 2015

VALE/COMMISSIONER STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS

Works will include: • Drainage Adjustments • Watermain Asset Replacements • Changes to Pedestrian management at the intersection • Town beautification This work is expected to take approximately ten (10) to twelve (12) weeks to complete. Works will be carried out between 6:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Traffic management will be in place during the project.

This will involve temporary road closures and detours for short periods of time. Water supply interruptions will occur during the project and prior notice will be given to those affected. Please contact Council’s Construction Supervisor on 0447 415 150 should you experience any problems caused by this work during its progress. Council apologises for any inconvenience this work may cause and asks motorists to be mindful of construction crews and machinery that will be working on and around this project. Any enquiries can be directed to Council’s Engineering Services on 6455 1801.

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We kindly invite all interested community groups, organisations, individuals and businesses to join us on: Tuesday 15th December 2015 6pm at the Alpine Hotel, Functions Room Come along and find out how you can be involved in this exciting 4 day event. ALL WELCOME! For more information or to RSVP contact Donna Smith, CMSC Tourism Manager Ph: 02 6455 1743 or donna@visitcooma.com.au

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In these turbulent and ever changeable times, the Spirit of Christmas enables us the opportunity to focus more on what humanitarian values and ideals unite us and less on what divides us, in building a brighter and sustainable future for us all. On behalf of Council and staff, I wish everyone a joyful and peaceful time with their families, friends and visitors over the Christmas period, and a safe, healthy and prosperous New Year.

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Closed Open

Cooma Library

Badja Road Maintenance Grading Mt Livingstone Road Maintenance Grading Kelly Road Maintenance Grading Tinderry Road Gravel Resheeting

Closed

Normal Opening days/hours except Christmas Day

Visitor Information Centre

Closed Open Open

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(All essential services only will be provided to clients during the closed period)

CAUTION Pesticide Use

Full Name of Pesticides Product

Round-Up Bio Active & Herbidye

Purpose for Pesticides Use

Control of weeds within Footpaths & Road Edges

Proposed Dates for Treatment

Between 10.11.2015 & 29.02.2016 Within Cooma CBD - Sharp St, Massie St, Commissioner St, Bombala St, Dawson St, Soho St and within the town limits of CoomaBredbo-Nimmitabel-Michelago-Numeralla.

Place of Treatment

Refer to Chemical Labels and MSD’s which can be found on Council’s Noxious Weeds Web page

Warnings Regarding Re-entry or Use of the Area

www.cooma.nsw.gov.au/environmental/weeds.html

Nominated Contact Officer Robert McInnes Contact Telephone Number 0447 415 150 Email Address

Robert.mcinnes@cooma.nsw.gov.au

Date of Notice

04.11.15

WEATHER PERMITTING THE FOLLOWING WORKS WILL CONTINUE

Thursday 24th December to Sunday 3rd January 2016 Inclusive

FACILITY

grass becomes a potential fire danger. Problems also arise where waste and building materials are accumulated on land and provide a harbour for vermin. All property owners/developers within the shire are requested to conduct regular maintenance on their properties to ensure they remain in a safe and healthy state as we near summer.

COMMUNITY INVITATION

Nominations must be submitted to PO Box 714 COOMA NSW 2630 or delivered to: o Cooma-Monaro Shire Council – Administration Centre 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma o Cooma Visitors Centre – Sharp Street, Cooma o Cooma Library – 61 Vale Street, Cooma

Please be advised that weather permitting, Vale Street/Commissioner Street intersection improvement works will commence on 7 December 2015.

Owners of land in Cooma Shire are reminded that all land owned by you must be kept in a safe and healthy state. Vacant land or premises which have been vacated are required to be maintained and not become overgrown and a site for storage of waste materials. Council is often called to assist where property is left unattended and long

EMERGENCY SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE DURING THE CLOSURE

Tuross Road Gravel Resheeting maintenance Countegany Road Shoulder Repairs Numeralla Road Shoulder Repairs Old Bega Road Pothole Repairs

and

Badja Road Road Realignment Hindmarsh Creek Box Culverts Jerangle Road Culvert extensions Gravel Re-sheeting The Peak Road Gravel Maintenance

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HOW MUCH COULD YOUR POOL COST YOU? For more information go to: www.cooma.nsw.gov.au /482/Pools-and-Spas

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SENIOR STAFF

Mayor Dean Lynch 0419 295 954

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

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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Wednesday December 16, 2015

CWA of NSW head office moves to Mascot “The State Office of the Country Women’s Association has moved to its new home at Level 2, 244 Coward Street, Mascot� announced Mrs Carole Morris, the Group Representative at the CWA Monaro Group’s 145th Council Meeting chaired by the Group President Mrs Maureen Campbell, in Canberra on August 4 at the Canberra branch’s rooms. In her report, Carole noted that accommodation for members is available at the best available rate on the day at four Metro motels in the heart of Sydney.

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A two bedroom apartment near the new State Office, was purchased for the use of the State President during her many visits to Sydney on CWA business. In addition to its ongoing work in Australia, CWA continues to support its international work through Associated Country Women of the World, with $22,940 being forwarded to London for the projects of Women Walk the World, General Funds, Projects and Clean Water for All. CWA of NSW also donated $5,000 to Medicine Sans Frontieres. This year, The Monaro Group Educational Grants totalling $2,750 were given to 11 Year 6 financially disadvantaged students from

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across the Monaro to assist them with their transition to high school. Other items discussed by representatives from CWA branches across the Monaro, included the acceptance of the Canberra’s National Gallery invitation to Canbera branch to hold a stall to raise funds for disaster relief on Sunday February 7 in conjunction with the iconic Tom Roberts Exhibition. Another item was the CWA of NSW State Conference to begin on May 2nd, 2016. At the Conference, the current State President Mrs Tanya Cameron will be stepping down after a very busy three years in office during which she oversaw

the sale of the CWA Club at Potts Point and the purchase of the new building at Mascot. The next meeting of the CWA Monaro Group will be on March 15, 2016 at the Adaminaby branch rooms when judging of the Land Cookery and Handicraft competitions will take place. Getting ready for business at the CWA Monaro Group Council Meeting were the Treasurer Mrs Terry Aiton, Secretary Mrs Barbara Daley, President Mrs Maureen Campbell and Monaro Group Representative Carole Morris.

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Council was extremely disappointed to be told last week that we were unsuccessful in our application under the National Stronger Regions Funding Program for the upgrade of the Bombala sewerage system. This project is vital for the ongoing economic development of our area and is needed to enhance community development as well. It is a pre-condition for stage 2 of the Dongwha Mill development which will drive housing, employment and broad economic development in our area for the next 50 years. We were also shocked to be informed that the rate peg increase has been limited to only 1.8% for the 2016-17 year. This is well below what councils were anticipating and will impact on service delivery right across the State. No doubt IPART will be able to suggest how rural and regional councils, regardless of size, are expected to remain “fit� for the future when our revenue streams are limited and our expenses increase at levels beyond our control. On a brighter note the Bombala 2016 calendar was delivered! It features great recipes, information on events, fabulous photos from our area and other interesting snippets. I would like to thank all the Bombala Council staff for their work throughout the past year and I wish all of the community a happy and safe Christmas.

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CHRISTMAS OFFICE CLOSURES AND AMENDED SERVICES TIMES Council offices and facilities will be closed from 1.00pm on Thursday, 24 December 2015 and will re-open at 8.30am on Monday 4 January 2016.

DEVELOPMENT DETERMINATIONS NOVEMBER 2015 The following Development Applications, Modifications, Reviews or Complying Development Certificates have been determined in November 2015. In accordance with the provisions of Section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 and Clause 124 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations, 2000, Council hereby gives notice of the granting of development consent to the above applications/certificates.

Community Services The Community Service Office will be closed from 4.30pm on 23 December 2015 and will re-open at 8.30am on Monday 11 January 2016. Essential Services only will be provided between 23 December to 11 January 2016 - excluding public holidays. For Emergency Support during this time, please contact Ph 0438 772 612.

The public is advised that Section 101 provides that following this notice a period of three (3) months is allowed for the commencement of legal action as to the validity of the consent or certificate, after which the validity of the consent or certificate cannot be questioned in any legal proceedings.

Waste And Recycling Services And Landfills

The consents are available for public inspection free of charge at Council Offices, during ordinary office hours.

Landfills The Jindabyne Landfill, Berridale Transfer Station and Adaminaby Landfill will be closed the following days: -

Application No

Description

Address

DA0015/2016

Change of use shed to dwelling

1A Jerrara Drive EAST JINDABYNE NSW 2627

Closed Christmas Day Closed Boxing Day Closed Boxing Day Public Holiday Closed New Years Day Closed Australia Day

DA0018/2016

Dwelling House - Two Storey

15 Lotus Avenue KALKITE NSW 2627

DA0029/2016

50 Headland Road ANGLERS REACH NSW 2629

DA0031/2016

Dwelling House -Alts & Adds & Change of Use to serviced apartments Subdivision - strata

33 Twynam Street JINDABYNE NSW 2627

DA0033/2016

Dwelling House

25B Twynam Street JINDABYNE NSW 2627

DA0035/2016

Temporary Use - 2015 Snowy Triple Trail Mountainbike Event

5662 Kosciuszko Road EAST JINDABYNE NSW 2627

DA0037/2016

Tree Removal

18 Mary Street BERRIDALE NSW 2628

DA0041/2016

Change of Use - Serviced Apartment

15 Chalker Street ADAMINABY NSW 2629

DA0043/2016

Change of Use - Serviced Apartments

21/13 Kirwan Close JINDABYNE NSW 2627

DA0044/2016

Land works

4 Percy Harris Street LEESVILLE NSW 2627

DA0049/2016

Outbuilding

94 Riverview Court JINDABYNE NSW 2627

** Jindabyne waste collection will occur on Saturday, 26 December 2015 with the exception of Townsend Street Right of Way (“The Crack”) which will be collected on Christmas Eve Thursday, 24 December 2015.

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5 Lot strata subdivision

103a Gippsland Street JINDABYNE NSW 2627

DA0051/2016

Demolition of Fire Damaged Dwelling

6 Kiparra Drive BERRIDALE NSW 2628

Residents only on Townsend Street Right of Way (“The Crack”), recycling will be collected on Tuesday, 29 December 2015 and not Monday, 28 December 2015 as scheduled due to Public Holidays and operation restrictions.

DA0053/2016

Demolition of Fire Damaged Dwelling

65 Illawong Road ANGLERS REACH NSW 2629

DA0062/2016

Outbuilding - Shed

744 Barry Way MOONBAH NSW 2627

Residents are reminded to put their waste bins out on the night prior for the next day’s collection.

DA0065/2016

Approval to use outdoor dining area

Berridale Inn 66 Jindabyne Road BERRIDALE NSW 2628

MOD0001/2016

Jillamatong Street JINDABYNE NSW 2627

MOD0002/2016

Amend layout & provide a layout for Stage 8 Highview Estate Addition of mezzanine and minor internal alterations

Cranky Flat Road CRACKENBACK NSW 2627

CDC0001/2016

Open deck to rear yard off existing dwelling

32 Munyang St JINDABYNE NSW 2627

Friday, 25 December 2015 Saturday, 26 December 2015 * Monday, 28 December 2015 Friday, 1 January 2016 Tuesday, 26 January 2016 **

* Adaminaby Landfill will be open on Sunday, 27 December between 10am 3pm in lieu of Boxing Day Public Holiday (26 December 2015). ** Jindabyne Landfill and Berridale Transfer Station will be open at normal operating hours 10am – 3pm on Sunday, 27 December 2015. Waste and Recycling Christmas Day - 25 December 2015 No waste and recycling collections New Years Day - 1 January 2016 Jindabyne waste collections will still occur on 1 January 2016 with exception of Townsend Street Right of Way (“The Crack”) which will be collected on Thursday, 31 December 2015.

Commercial Waste and Recycling Businesses requiring additional waste and recycling collection over Christmas and New Year can send an email to CommercialWaste@snowyriver. nsw.gov.au before 5.00am the day of collection you would like to arrange collections. Swimming Pools The Adaminaby, Berridale and Jindabyne Pools will be closed on the following days: Closed Christmas Day Closed Boxing Day

Friday, 25 December 2015 Saturday, 26 December 2015

BERRIDALE SWIMMING POOL AMENDED OPENING TIMES - 18 DECEMBER 2015 The Berridale Swimming Pool will open at 3pm on 18 December 2015 due to a private function.

EMPLOYMENT

HAVE YOU ENTERED THE SRSC PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION YET? “YOUR SNOWY RIVER SHIRE” Snowy River Shire Council is calling on residents of all ages to help capture what the Snowy River Shire means to you, by entering photographs in the “Your Snowy River Shire” photography competition. Before Snowy River evolves into a new era of local government, Council would like everyone to help celebrate everything Snowy River through this photography competition. The competition has three sections; primary school, high school and open. Overall First prize: Primary School - $75 High School - $125 Opens - $250

Highly commended for each category: Primary School - $20 High School - $50 Open - $100

Council currently has the following positions available: Position Casual Waste Operations Worker Casual Aged Care Workers

Applications Close Date On-going Recruitment On-going Recruitment

Entries are now open and will close on 14 February 2016, so visit Council’s website for all the details, terms and conditions and to complete an entry form www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au/620/Photography-Competition

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

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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Jindabyne Central School senior school award presentations Two ceremonies were held on Friday, December 11th for the presentation of the awards by community representatives to the students of the senior school. The 2016 School Captains Rachel Hukins and Conner Fricke were the Masters of Ceremony for the Years 7, 8 and 9. The musical talents of students were displayed in several items including those of the school band playing “Monty Python’s Flying Circus� and “Sweet Caroline�; Kayla and Madison Gay singing “Lies� and violinist James Hines who was given a standing ovation for his performance of “Sicilienne and Rigaudon.� James achieved a high distinction in his recent music examination. The efforts of all the students of Years 7, 8 and 9 were recognised and each one received a class certificate. The Year 7 recipients of Special Awards were Josie Baff, Aidan Gibs, Pippa Bright, Daniel Watts, Tom Milliken, Gwyneth Pieper, Alexandra McLean, Hamish Greenwood, Cooper

School Leaders Charlotte Murphy and Lachlan Wallis were the hosts. Past JCS student and now studying at the Australian National University, Harry Needham gave a humorous motivational speech at both the morning and afternoon ceremonies. The school band made another guest appearance and a lively musical item featured Tanah Hughes, Jade Percy and Harley Green performing “Roll Up Your Sleeve.� All the students from Years 10 and 11 were presented with a class certificate. The Year 10 recipients of the Special Awards were Patrick McCraw, Georgie Nikora, Sarah Lambert, Jacob Pettigrew, Elliot Pearson, Olivia Phillipp, Naomi Waters, Georgia Bright, Jacob Pettigrew, Kelsey Rogerson, Charlie Kuhn, Sarah Lambert, and Elliot Pearson. Also presented with certificates, were the students who completed the Secondary School Fire Cadet Program. The Year 11 report delivered by Olivia Tiele and Bronwyn Brandon concluded with an amusing vocal parody of the “12 days of Christmas�. The Year 11 students receiving Special Awards were Rebecca Greene, Caroline Green, Charlotte Murphy, Molly Jackson, Sarah Johnson, Rachel Hukins, Tanaha Hughes, Mikayla Levis, Phoebe Treble, Tanika Dykstra, Sara Johnson, Olivia Tiele, Helena Waters, Bronwyn Brandon, and Phebe Hansen, Ms Marion Roberts accompanied all the speakers with an impressive Auslan interpretation. At the conclusion of the ceremonies, her special student Chester received on her behalf from the Hon John Barilaro MP, a special award for Excellence in Education. Ms Roberts is retiring after 50 years of teaching. 2016 School Leaders Lachlan Wallis and

Wellsmore, Katie Beck, Abi Harrigan, Samantha James, Hayley Johnson, Molly Robinson, Nicholas McLennan, Rhiannon Warner, Marlee Diver, and Pippa Bright who received the Outstanding Effort Award and the Outstanding Achiever Award. Year 8 Special Awards were presented to Zara Gardiner, Sam Lomax, Emmie Phillips, Emma Rae, Taylah Hutley, Ian Grant, Cade Lette, Josh McDonald, Callum Rynehart, James Hines, Zara Gardiner, Lucie Kuhn, Jade Old, Ellie Pilkington, and Emma Rae. The Special Awards for Year 9 were given to Kirra Burke, Jake Clare, Charli Hasler, Ethan Inches, Lani Boys, Kayla Gay, Jack Laidely, Portia Terlich, Cooper Swan, Ashleigh Turner, Breanna Arnold, Kira Burke, Rhianna Burke, Ashleigh Turner, Cabrinin Worley, Alyssia Zusak, Emily Heimann, Cade Robinson, Rachelle Silsby, Jackson Stewart, Angus Werner. At the afternoon session for Years 10 and 11, the 2016

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Bombala Street Carnival Access All Areas Film Festival We hope Bombala’s ready for a bright evening of merry making, because tomorrow night, December 17, is the Christmas Street Carnival, and everyone is coming together to celebrate! The main street of Bombala will close in order for the festivities to kick off, with colourful sights and sounds spreading out across the main business district. There are some exciting new attractions, as well as our traditional favourites, and this year things will kick off with a fantastic street parade. Among those waving to the crowd will be the emergency services of the area, the local scooter club, the Historical Engine and Machinery Society and a number of local vintage car owners. Even Santa Claus himself will be coming along, arriving in the firetruck to throw lollies to the kids and spend some time spreading cheer in the street. Live music will ring out across the event thanks to Tracy Bobbins, while there will be face painting, amusement rides and a water pistol game for the young and young at heart. Bombala Discount Tyres will add to the entertainment with a Tyre Turning Competition, and the Lions Club’s traditional chocolate wheel will be whirring around to raffle off some wonderful hams just in time for Christmas. Late night shopping is of course

also a big component of the Bombala Street Carnival, and local businesses are looking forward to welcoming an influx of customers keen to take care of their Christmas shopping. There will also be a big line up of stalls for carnival goers to peruse, whether they are after a tasty snack or some tempting bargains. But of course one of the biggest features of the carnival for many will be the Lucky Shopper Draw, with a big crowd expected to gather for their chance to win a slice of the impressive prize pool. This year, entering was as simple as writing your name on the back of any local shopping docket during December and dropping it into one of the entry boxes around town, which you can do up until 4.30pm on the Thursday, or you can drop it straight into the barrel by 5pm in the street. The Lucky Shopper Draw is always an exciting part of the night, and shoppers are reminded that they must be present at the draw from 8pm in order to be eligible for any of the prizes. As the applause dies down for the winners there is still plenty of fun to be had, so if you’re keen to get together with the Bombala community and bid farewell to a busy and prosperous 2015, then make sure you come out this Thursday night, December 17 and get into the Christmas spirit.

The 8th Access All Areas Film Festival was enjoyed in Bombala and Delegate last week, with the event bringing screenings of the best Australian feature and short films to several venues in the area. Locals enjoyed the festival at the Bombala Community Centre last Wednesday, at Currawarna Hostel on Saturday and at the Delegate School of Arts on the Sunday. Access All Areas Film Festival is an annual event with the aim of Diversional Therapist, Cynthia Dolan with members of the Bombala Contact showing how easy it Group who enjoyed the Access All Areas Film Festival last week. can be to make culture accessible to everyone, by bringing great Australian films to audiences that Bombala and Delegate viewers indicated that they greatly enjoyed the series of award-winning short would not otherwise have a chance to enjoy them. The festival promotes inclusiveness and raises films that were shown. awareness of ability and access issues, and the

Join the fun at Delegate Preschool At this end of the year there is no shortage of festive events unfolding throughout the region, but the Delegate and District Preschool Community Fundraiser is set to be one of the best this coming Friday night, December 18. Everyone is invited to come and celebrate Christmas at the Delegate Country Club from 6pm until late, being encouraged to get into the spirit of the night by dressing to impress with a touch of Christmas! There will be a delicious spread of food, including a kids sausage sizzle, while free baby sitting from 6 to 8pm will allow everyone to enjoy the Christmas hamper raffles and the chance to socialise. The night will also give the opportunity to farewell

departing staff and welcome some new faces, while the event will be rounded out with a lucky door prize and even a darts competition. The evening will be just $20 per adult and $5 per child, and those who wish to come along and share in the fun are encouraged to RSVP for catering purposes as soon as possible on 6458 8196 or email jen.munro@weebollabolla.com.au or leoniewalmsley@hotmail.com If you are unable to attend but would still like to support the preschool, donations of any amount are gratefully accepted through the following account details - Delegate Preschool, BSB 814282, ACC 10517149.

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

THE NEXT SIX MONTHS

At the timing of printing, Council is still unsure of the final results from the Fit for the Future process. If the State Government does decide to merge Bombala Council with Snowy River Shire and Cooma Monaro Shire the first six months of 2016 will see the Council working closely with all parties to ensure the best possible outcomes for the local area and our community as part of the merger negotiations. This work will be in addition to finalising a number of community infrastructure projects including upgrades at Delegate Showground, Delegate Early Settlers Hut, Cathcart Hall, Bill Jeffreys Memorial Park, Bombala Exhibition Ground change rooms, Bombala Caravan Park, and the construction of the Bombala Health Fitness facility and construction of the new Visitor Information Centre. Council will also be consulting with various community groups on upgrades to signage and we will be undertaking an audit of all visitor attractions in partnership with groups and or individuals running them. Work on both our sealed and gravel road network will ramp up now that the weather is hotter and the major bitumen sealing and construction projects will commence in January. Maintenance roadworks continue as per our works program. Budgeting for the 2016/17 year will be undertaken and finalized for this area regardless of how the Council is structured. This will be extremely difficult as the rate peg has been set at only 1.8% - well below the anticipated rate peg of 2.4% and below the % increase in many of our costs. Council will also manage the next round of the Boco Rock Community Fund program, which will be opening on 16 February 2016 and close on the 31 March 2016.

Community Update

Bundian Way & Borderline Galleries - New exhibitions at both galleries have opened with a range of original art works ideal for Christmas presents! The exhibition at the Bundian Way Gallery is featuring work from Nat Bateman, Cheryl Davison and Trish Ellis while the Borderline Gallery is featuring work from a range of local artists. Mobile Phone Black Spots –Community members are encouraged to log onto www.communications.gov.au/blackspots or email directly to our Federal Member Dr Hendy at peter.hendy.mp@aph.gov.au their areas of concern regarding mobile phone coverage. This is vitally important and will assist Council and Dr. Hendy to gain improvements in the mobile service in our area. Australia Day 2016, the weekend of 23 & 24 January—This year the celebrations will be held at Delegate to coincide with the 100 year anniversary of the Men from Snowy River leaving Delegate. Saturday will see the activities occurring at the D e l e g a t e Showground, including Showg the Citizen of the Year presentations, s, kid stalls, displays, kids activities and competition. the shearing sp Sunday the spotlight will be st on the main street of Delegate ar the School of Arts. and in particular ate Pro The Delegate Progress Associaured high profile guest speak tion have secured speaker Peter t speaker. k Th Fitzsimons to bbe th the kkeynote The event promises a range of stalls set up around the School of Arts, a fly over from RAAF jets, the Duntroon Band playing and of course a street parade.

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Christmas Fest 2015, Thursday 17 December

Maybe St. between Forbes and Caveat Street will close from 4.30pm to-around 9.30 pm. Activities on offer: Late night shopping, Street parade, Stalls, Lions BBQ, Lions Chocolate Wheel, Amusement rides for the kids, Face painting, Music, Tyre turning competition, Water pistol competition, Lucky Shopper draw—you must be at the event to win it. Draw will occur at 8 pm, Christmas Lights winners presentation and of course Santa!

TOURISM UPDATE

2015 has been a successful year for tourism in our area with our two major projects the Bundian Way and Australia’s Coastal Wilderness (ACW) continuing to deliver good benefits. The Bundian Way Gallery at Delegate has been attracting a number of new visitors to our area and sales have been good. The first part of the walk will be opened Easter 2016 as will the driving route around Delegate. The new suite of Australia’s Coastal Wilderness Journeys brochures have been very popular and a new website has been developed to assist with driving visitation to the area. In addition both Caravan Parks are going well. The new signage around both the Bombala River Walk and the Railway Precinct is proving of interest to both visitors and locals as are the beautifully restored pieces of railway rolling stock.

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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On Thursday December 10, the Bombala Public School Year 6 students held the annual School Fete to raise funds for the Year 6 Melbourne Excursion in 2016. The students had a great variety of ideas to help raise funds that was fun for all. Some great activities were nail painting, hair colouring, nerf wars, face painting, sock wrestling, chocolate wheel, smarty count just to name a few. All of the students had a fun filled day and went home with some great prizes and coloured hair and faces. Thank you to the year 6 students and their teacher, Mrs Crawford for a great day and to the High School students and parents for joining us.

Last Friday was a rewarding day for all year groups with the K-2 Students enjoying a meet and greet with Santa and his helpers. Each student sat on Santa’s lap and received a present and had a sing along. Our Year 3-6 Students enjoyed some fun in the sun at their pool party. They played some water games as well as some cricket on the grass. We would like to welcome all our students’ family and friends as well as all members of the community to join us for our end of year presentation assembly on Thursday December 15 from 1pm in the Multipurpose Hall. Please come and share our student’s achievements for 2015.

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Wednesday December 16, 2015

Monaro High School presentation night

Mayors John Cahill and Dean Lynch, local members Peter Hendy and John Barilaro with Mina Bradshaw, Jarrod Sopniewski and 2014 Dux, Jack Clayton.

Tim Wall - Snowy Hydro Award plus several other awards.

Jerod Blyton - Ex-student’s Association Shield.

Lee Riley - principal’s award for contribution to MHS.

Year 7 to 11 major award winners with Mayors John Cahill (SRSC) and Dean Lynch (Cooma-Monaro). Above left: Megan Fidock received a principal’s award; Above: Member for Eden-Monaro Peter Hendy and Member for Monaro John Barilaro with multiple awards winner, Jarrod Sopniewski.

Above: Jack Clayton was the Dux of the School in 2014. He is pictured with the Member for Eden-Monaro Peter Hendy and the Member for Monaro, John Barilaro.

Lee Riley and Peter Hendy with Laila Bradshaw and the Leo Club Person of the Year award.

Right: Mina Bradshaw won the Excellence in Arts Award. She is pictured with our local members.

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Book Week The year’s Book Week at Delegate Public School did not disappoint with students making a huge effort to dress as their favourite book characters. The week

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Wednesday December 16, 2015

St Joseph’s celebrates some BIG events in style The end of 2015 has been acknowledged at St Joseph’s with some very significant school events taking place in a very busy week. The Year 6 Graduation Mass on Wednesday recognised the contribution made by Year 6 graduates Jaimie Farrell and Connor Sten and their families during their time at the school. A packed St Mary’s Church was the scene for the whole school celebration with Father Mick and Father George officiating. This was followed by the Annual Presentation Night at the Exhibition Hall which was transformed into a spectacular tin shed for the singing of the accompanying Aussie Christmas carols under the musical direction of

maestro Mr Bennett. The award winners were presented to the large gathering of parents, relatives and friends to recognise their achievements. The major winners were: • Good Sports Award: Jack Ventry • The School Spirit Award: Brylie Stewart • St Mary MacKillop Award: Jaimie Farrell • St Joseph’s Encouragement Awards: Courtney Harty, River Guthrie, Jakeb Gay. • Principal’s Achievement Awards: Kate Yelds, Cody Bruce • Rotary Award for Excellence: Max Chaplin The following day the Director of Catholic Education in the Canberra Goulburn Archdiocese, Mrs Moira Najdecki, visited St Joseph’s along with Mrs Elizabeth Moroney from Catholic

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Education to present further awards and to offer some kind words of farewell to Mr Phil Stubbs who is retiring as Principal of St Joseph’s at the end of this year. The school is eagerly awaiting the arrival of Mrs Noeleen O’Neill as the incoming principal for 2016 and beyond. To top these busy activities off, the long awaited shade shelter was commissioned into action this week and it promises to provide a spectacular covered outdoor learning area in both the heat of summer and the cold of winter. As St Joseph’s continues to grow in size and to cement its place in the Bombala community, we would like to wish everyone a safe and restful Christmas break and also the very best of luck for the new year.

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6.00 Morning Programs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News. 1.00 Adam Hills In Gordon St 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: Early Edition. 5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? At Xmas. 8.30 The Yearly With Charlie Pickering. 9.30 The Musketeers. 10.25 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.40 Jimmy Fallon. 11.20 Judith Lucy’s Spiritual Journey. 11.50 Laid.

6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 News. 1.00 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight. 2.00 Would I Lie To You? At Xmas. 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: Early Edition. 5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 QI Christmas Special. 8.30 Sarah Beeny’s Rise Hall Christmas. 9.20 Gruen. 10.00 Please Like Me. Final. 10.25 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.40 Jimmy Fallon. 11.20 Crash Test Mummies And Daddies. 11.50 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 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight. 2.00 QI Christmas Special. 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: Early Edition. 5.25 Grand Designs. 6.15 Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 A Taste Of Landline. 8.30 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.00 A Moody Christmas. 10.30 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.45 Jimmy Fallon. 11.25 Rage.

6.00 Rage. 10.30 Rage. 11.15 Pointless. 11.50 Grand Designs. 12.40 River Cottage Veg Every Day. (PG) 1.30 Mrs Carey’s Concert. (PG) 3.05 Shark Harbour. (PG) 4.00 Wonders Of Life With Brian Cox. 5.00 Outback ER. (PG) 5.30 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.30 New Tricks. Final. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Doors Open. (2012) (PG) Douglas Henshall, Stephen Fry. A trio plans an art heist. 10.15 Happy Valley. Final. (M) 11.10 Agony Aunts. (M) 11.35 Agony Uncles. (M)

6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Australia Wide. 11.00 World This Week. Final. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 A Taste Of Landline. 12.30 Back Roads. 1.00 From The Heart. 1.30 The Mix Masters. 2.00 Soccer. W-League. Round 10. Sydney FC v Brisbane Roar. 4.30 Kitchen Cabinet. 5.00 New Tricks. Final. 6.00 Antiques. 7.00 News. 7.40 Grand Designs. 8.30 Inspector George Gently. Final. 10.00 Brilliant Creatures: Germaine, Clive, Barry And Bob. 11.00 Grayson Perry And The Tomb Of The Unknown Craftsman.

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News. 10.00 Gardening Aust. 10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Country House Rescue. 12.00 News. 1.00 Antiques. 2.00 How Not To Behave. 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 Back Roads. 8.30 Foreign Correspondent: Digital Disruption. 9.30 Slow Train Through Africa. 10.15 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.30 Jimmy Fallon. 11.10 For The Love Of Cars.

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 ABC News. 10.00 Gardening Aust. 10.25 Grand Designs. 11.15 Pointless. 12.00 News. 1.00 Adam Hills In Gordon St Tonight. 2.00 How Not To Behave. 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 Kangaroo Dundee. 8.30 Restoration Man. 9.20 Stop Laughing‌ This Is Serious. 10.15 ABC News: Late Edition. 10.30 Jimmy Fallon. 11.10 Fortitude.

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6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: The Search For Santa Paws. (2010) (G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Criminal Minds. (M) The team pursues a missing school bus. 10.30 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M) 11.30 Grimm. (MA15+)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas! (2011) (PG) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.00 Air Rescue. (PG) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) The gang goes on a scavenger hunt. 9.00 The Big Bang Theory. (M) 9.30 The Goldbergs. (PG) 10.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) 11.30 Grimm. (MA15+)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: Snow Buddies. (2008) (G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer. 8.30 Movie: The Santa Clause 2. (2002) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. A man learns he must find a bride if he wishes to retain the position of Santa Claus. 10.45 Movie: Bad Santa. (2003) (MA15+) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 The Good Dinosaur: Behind The Movie. 12.30 Movie: Den Brother. (2010) (G) 2.30 Movie: Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups. (2012) (G) 4.30 Nabbed. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 Border Security. (PG) 6.00 News. 6.30 Movie: The Pacifier. (2005) (PG) Vin Diesel. 8.30 Carols In The Domain. From Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens. 11.00 Michael BublÊ Christmas Special. 12.00 Revenge. Final. (M)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 11.00 Business Builders. 11.30 I Dream Of Jeannie. 12.00 Bewitched. 12.30 Movie: Snow Buddies. (2008) 2.30 Movie: 12 Dates Of Christmas. (2011) 4.30 The Long Weekender. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 News. 7.00 Sunday Night. 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG) 8.30 Blindspot. (M) 9.30 Quantico. Final. (M) 10.30 Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. (M) 11.30 Royal Pains. (M)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: Christmas With Holly. (2012) (G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 SCU: Serious Crash Unit. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Sheldon and Amy’s relationship is tested. 8.30 Movie: Love Actually. (2003) (M) Hugh Grant, Alan Rickman. A series of interlocking vignettes. 11.20 Ed Sheeran Live At Wembley Stadium. (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: Santa Buddies. (2009) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 SCU: Serious Crash Unit. (PG) 7.30 Aussie Barbecue Heroes. Final. (PG) 9.00 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA. (MA15+) Presented by Gordon Ramsay. 10.00 Dynamo: Magician Impossible. (PG) 11.00 Chicago Fire. (M) 12.00 Betrayal. (M)

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6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Nine’s Morning News. 12.00 WIN News. 1.00 Ellen. (PG) 2.00 Extra. 2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.00 Ready For Takeoff. (PG) 8.30 Bangkok Airport. (M) Meet immigration officer, Captain A. 9.30 The Amazing ’90s. (M) 10.30 Inside Story. 11.30 Extra. 12.00 WIN News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Nine’s Morning News. 12.00 WIN News. 1.00 Ellen. 2.00 Extra. 2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 Great Getaways. (PG) 8.30 World’s Most Expensive Christmas. A look at expensive Christmas celebrations. 9.30 The Truth About Sugar. 10.30 Embarrassing Bodies. (M) 11.30 Extra. 12.00 WIN News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. (PG) 11.30 Nine’s Morning News. 12.00 WIN News. 1.00 Ellen. (PG) 2.00 Extra. 2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 Customs. (PG) A man lies to customs. 8.30 Movie: The Next Three Days. (2010) (M) Russell Crowe, Elizabeth Banks. A married couple’s life is turned upside down. 11.10 Movie: Frequency. (2000) (M) Dennis Quaid.

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. (PG) 1.30 John Farnham & Olivia Newton-John: Two Strong Hearts. 3.00 Movie: The Man In The Moon. (1991) (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 Fishing Australia. 6.00 News. 7.00 Movie: The Polar Express. (2004) 9.00 Movie: Four Holidays. (2008) (M) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. 10.45 Movie: The Rebound. (2009) (PG)

6.00 Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 My Surf TV. 10.30 Cybershack. 11.00 The Wild Life Of Tim Faulkner. 11.30 The Middle. 12.00 Movie: Clara’s Heart. (1988) 2.00 Movie: The Year Without A Santa Claus. (2006) (G) 4.00 Explore Ireland. 5.00 Nine News. 5.30 Customs. (PG) 6.00 WIN News Sunday. 7.00 60 Minutes. 8.00 Atlantic: Wildest Ocean On Earth: Life Stream. (PG) 9.10 The Mentalist. (M) 11.10 Person Of Interest. (M) 12.00 ManSpace. (PG)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Nine’s 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 The Embassy. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Patriot Games. (1992) (M) Harrison Ford, Anne Archer. A former CIA agent is targeted by assassins. 11.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. (M) 12.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Mornings: Summer. 11.30 Nine’s Morning News. 12.00 WIN News. 1.00 Ellen. 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 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.00 To Be Advised. 8.30 Movie: What Happens In Vegas. (2008) (M) Cameron Diaz, Ashton Kutcher. 10.30 Mom. (M) 11.30 Extra. 12.00 WIN’s All Australian News.

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6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Ben’s Menu. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 Bondi Vet. 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 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Jamie’s Cracking Christmas. 8.30 Madam Secretary. The Secretary of State faces crises. 9.30 The Good Wife. 10.30 Movie: Erin Brockovich. (2000) (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Ben’s Menu. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 Bondi Rescue. 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Talk. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 1. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers. From Spotless Stadium, Sydney. 11.10 Blue Bloods. (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 Ben’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. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 The Home Team. 4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 2. Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars. From Adelaide Oval. 11.10 The Graham Norton Show.

6.00 GCBC. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 iFish. 8.00 Just Go. 8.30 St10. (PG) 11.00 The Living Room. (PG) 12.00 The Doctors. (PG) 1.00 Everyday Gourmet. 1.30 Andy & Ben Eat The World. 2.00 Tour The World. 2.30 The Home Team. 3.00 iFish. 4.00 Places We Go. 4.30 Escape Fishing With ET. 5.00 News. 6.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 7.00 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 3. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Renegades. From the Gabba, Brisbane. 10.40 Movie: Flight. (2012) (MA15+)

6.00 Creflo. 6.30 Hillsong. 7.00 Mass. 7.30 Joel Osteen. 8.00 The Home Team. 8.30 St10. (PG) 11.00 All 4 Adventure. (PG) 12.00 GCBC. 12.30 Let’s Do Coffee. 1.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 2.00 4x4 Adventures. 3.00 Firies. (PG) 3.30 iFish. 4.00 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 4. Sydney Sixers v Hobart Hurricanes. 7.30 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 5. Melbourne Stars v Sydney Thunder. From the MCG. 11.10 Movie: Bad Ass 2: Bad Asses. (2014) (MA15+) Danny Trejo.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 Ben’s Menu. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 Miguel’s Feasts. 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Talk. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 GCBC. 4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.00 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 6. Perth Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers. 10.40 Homeland. Final. 11.40 NCIS: New Orleans. (M)

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 Ben’s Menu. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud Favourites. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 Bondi Vet. 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Talk. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 GCBC. 4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.00 Cricket. T20 Big Bash League. Game 7. Hobart Hurricanes v Brisbane Heat. 10.40 Limitless. 11.40 48 Hours. (PG)

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6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Steve Schapiro: An Eye On American Icons. 3.00 Dateline. 3.30 Love And Marriage: A 20th Century Romance. 4.30 Secrets Of Our Living Planet. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Kylie Kwong. 6.30 News. 7.30 Rachel Khoo’s Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne Bitesize. 7.35 Extreme Railway Journeys. 8.35 24 Hours In Emergency. Return. (M) 9.30 Fargo. Final. 10.30 News. 11.00 Go Back To Where You Came From. (M) 12.05 Movie: Sister Smile. (2009) (PG)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Scheherazade. 2.40 Andreas Ottensamer: A Portrait. 3.00 Living Black. 3.30 Dig World War II. 4.30 Shane Delia’s Moorish Spice Journey Bitesize. 4.35 Urban Secrets. (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Kylie Kwong. 6.30 World News. 7.30 Destination Flavour: Japan. Final. 8.00 Shane Delia’s Moorish Spice Journey. Final. 8.30 The Restaurant Man. (PG) 9.35 The Fall. Final. (M) 11.15 World News. 11.30 Dogging Tales. (MA15+)

6.00 WorldWatch. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 12.00 Arabic News. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 John Lennon One To One Concert. 2.50 Virtual Gallery. 2.55 Pagans And Pilgrims. 3.25 Salvage Hunters. 4.25 Town. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Kylie Kwong. 6.30 World News. 7.30 Movie: Spirited Away. (2001) (PG) Daveigh Chase. 9.50 Richard III: The New Evidence. 10.50 World News. 11.20 Movie: Mulholland Drive. (2001) (MA15+)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Highlights. 3.35 Monster Moves. 4.30 The Gospel Of Jesus’ Wife. (PG) 5.25 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 6.30 World News. 7.30 Rachel Khoo’s Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne Bitesize. 7.35 Wild Hawaii: Secrets Of The Deep. 8.30 Movie: Elizabeth. (1998) (MA15+) Cate Blanchett, Geoffrey Rush. Elizabeth deals with threats to her reign. 10.40 RocKwiz. (PG) 11.40 Borgen. (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 The World Game. 2.00 Speedweek. 4.00 Football Asia. 4.30 FIFA World Cup 2018 Magazine. 5.00 Trawlermen. (PG) 5.30 Escape From A Nazi Death Camp. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 First Britons. 8.35 Finding Jesus: Faith, Fact, Forgery: The True Cross And The Gospel Of Mary Magdalene. (M) Follow the search for the True Cross. 10.10 After The Wave. 11.45 Movie: Claustrophobia. (2008) (PG)

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 Awaken. 2.00 Celtic Woman: A Christmas Celebration. 3.00 Tracks And Trails. 3.30 David Starkey’s Music And Monarchy. 4.30 Grand Tours. Final. 5.00 Living Black. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Kylie Kwong. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Shane Delia’s Moorish Spice Journey Bitesize. 7.35 Invisible Universe Revealed. 8.35 The Real History Of Science Fiction. (M) 9.30 24 Hours In Police Custody. 10.25 SBS World News. 11.00 Fargo. 12.00 Movie: Elite Squad 2: The Enemy Within. (2010)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Arabic News. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Classical Destinations. 3.00 Wainwright Walks. 3.30 Antiques Uncovered. 4.30 24/7 Wild. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Kylie Kwong. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Secrets From The Royal Bedchamber. (PG) 8.30 The Mekong River With Sue Perkins. (PG) Part 2 of 4. 9.30 One Born Every Minute. Return. (M) 10.25 SBS World News. 11.00 The Fall. (M)

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7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 The Checkout. 8.30 Burger Bar To Gourmet Star. Premiere. 9.20 Maddie Parry: Tough Jobs. (M) 9.45 Office Xmas Party. (M) 10.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.55 Banged Up Abroad. 11.45 Cherry Healey: How To Get A Life. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 The Best Of River Monsters. 8.20 The Checkout. 8.30 The Office. 9.00 Extras. 9.30 The Buzzcocks. 10.05 Inside Amy Schumer. 10.25 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.50 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 11.55 Good Game.

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 The Best Of River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 To Be Advised. 8.30 Confessions Of A Wedding Planner. 9.30 Ladyboys. (M) 10.20 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M) 10.50 Bad Santas. (M) 11.40 Maddie Parry: Tough Jobs. (M) 12.10 The Midwives. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 8.10 To Be Advised. 8.30 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M) 9.15 Live At The Apollo. (M) 10.05 Inside Amy Schumer. (MA15+) 10.25 The Office. 10.55 Extras. 11.30 Story Club. (MA15+) 11.55 Story Club. (M) 12.25 Peep Show.

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 True Stories. (M) 8.20 To Be Advised. 8.30 The Yearly With Charlie Pickering. A look back at 2015. 9.30 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. (M) 10.00 Ladyboys. (M) 10.50 Catfish. (M) 12.15 Stan Lee’s Superhumans. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 The Best Of River Monsters. 8.20 To Be Advised. 8.30 Louis Theroux’s Weird Xmas. (M) 9.20 Peaky Blinders. Final. 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.05 Ross Kemp: Extreme World. (M) 11.50 Iron Men. 12.15 Catfish. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 The Best Of River Monsters. 8.20 To Be Advised. 8.30 Married To The Moonies. 9.20 Banged Up Abroad. 10.10 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.40 Peaky Blinders. Final. 11.40 Ross Kemp: Extreme World. (M) 12.25 Hard Time. (PG)

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6.20 The Next Step. 6.45 Stay Tuned. 7.00 Horrible Histories. (PG) 7.30 Officially Amazing. 7.55 Deadly 60. 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 Total Drama World Tour. 9.15 Good Game: SP. 9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.40 Close.

6.20 The Next Step. 6.45 Secret Life Of Boys. 6.50 MY:24. 7.00 Horrible Histories. (PG) 7.30 Officially Amazing. 8.00 Deadly 60. 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 Total Drama World Tour. 9.15 Good Game: SP. 9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.40 Close.

6.20 The Next Step. 6.45 Stay Tuned. 7.00 Horrible Histories. Final. 7.30 Officially Amazing. Final. 7.55 Deadly 60 On A Mission: Pole To Pole. 8.30 Ready For This. 8.55 Kobushi. 9.00 K-On! 9.25 Kamisama Kiss. Final. 9.50 Late Programs.

6.10 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 6.30 Rocket’s Island. 7.00 Nowhere Boys. (PG) 7.30 Operation Ouch! 8.00 Deadly 60 On A Mission: Pole To Pole. Final. 8.30 Good Game: SP. 8.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 10.25 Close.

6.10 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk. 6.30 Rocket’s Island. 7.00 Nowhere Boys. (PG) 7.30 Operation Ouch! 8.00 The Haunting Hour. (PG) 8.45 Wolfblood. (PG) The Wolfblood secret is almost uncovered. 9.10 Good Game: Pocket Edition. (PG) 9.20 Rage. (PG)

6.20 Ready For This. 6.45 Stay Tuned. 7.00 Wallace And Gromit: A Matter Of Loaf And Death. 7.30 Total Wipeout. 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 Total Drama World Tour. (PG) 9.15 Good Game: SP. 9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.40 Close.

6.20 The Next Step. 6.45 Stay Tuned. 7.00 Wallace And Gromit: The Wrong Trousers. 7.30 Winter Wipeout. (PG) 8.30 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 8.50 Total Drama World Tour. (PG) 9.15 Good Game: SP. 9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.40 Close.

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6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (MA15+) An apparent suicide arouses Haver’s suspicions when she discovers that the victim was about to expose an illegal adoption agency. 10.30 Billy Connolly’s Route 66. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 8.15 Fawlty Towers. (PG) Basil employs an inept Irish builder. 8.45 Judge John Deed. (M) When Jo pursues a fraud case against a defence contractor, she discovers a trail of corruption. 10.45 Citizen Khan. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Ed Sheeran Live At Wembley Stadium. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. Alistair helps a couple of racing car enthusiasts who want to move closer to Silverstone in the countryside. 10.30 Storage Hoarders. 11.30 Best Houses Australia. 12.00 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The House That £100K Built. A couple plan to move to an eco community. 8.30 Escape To The Country. Presented by Jules Hudson. 9.30 Nick Knowles’ Original Features. 10.30 House Wreck Rescue. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Josh Groban Christmas Special. (PG) 7.30 The House That £100K Built: Tricks Of The Trade. 8.30 Escape To The Country. Jonnie Irwin heads to West Sussex. 9.30 Escape To The Continent. 11.00 Best Houses Australia. 11.30 Dealers. (PG)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. The teams head to Edinburgh. 7.30 Billy Connolly’s Route 66. (PG) Part 4 of 4. 8.30 Lewis. (M) Lewis comes out of retirement to help newly promoted DI Hathaway with his first murder investigation. 10.30 Downton Abbey. (M) 12.00 Downton Abbey. (PG)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. Contestants compete at an antiques auction. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. (PG) A trout farmer’s fiancee goes missing. 8.30 Endeavour. (M) Endeavour Morse suspects an unstable musical prodigy may be a killer. 10.30 Agent Anna. (M) Anna is nominated for an award. 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

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6.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.00 Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) 9.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) 10.30 Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 11.00 Beverly Hills Pawn. (PG) 11.30 Abandoned. (PG)

6.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 Storage Wars. (PG) The buyers head to Huntington Beach. 9.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) The buyers battle over vintage toys. 10.00 Hardcore Pawn: Behind The Deal. (M) 11.00 Barter Kings. (PG) 11.30 Bizarre ER. (M)

6.00 Movie: Coming To America. (1988) (PG) Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall. 8.30 Movie: 48 Hrs. (1982) (M) Eddie Murphy, Nick Nolte, Annette O’Toole. A hard-nosed cop reluctantly teams up with a wise-cracking criminal, in order to track down a killer. 10.30 Movie: Another 48 Hrs. (1990) (M) Eddie Murphy, Nick Nolte.

6.30 Air Crash Investigations: Hidden Danger. (PG) 8.30 Mountain Men. (PG) Eustace’s fight with Justin reaches a boiling point. Tom loses his way high in the Rockies. 9.30 American Hoggers. (M) The family tackles a huge job. 10.30 Gator Boys. (PG) 11.30 Rat B*stards. (PG)

6.00 What Went Down. (PG) 6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Raj is left heartbroken. 8.30 Movie: xXx: The Next Level. (2005) (M) Ice Cube, Willem Dafoe. An ex-con is recruited by a spy organisation to save the US president from assassination. 10.40 Movie: The Running Man. (1987) (MA15+)

6.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 7.30 MythBusters. (PG) Adam, Jamie and the gang tackle some myths submitted by viewers. 8.45 Movie: Beverly Hills Cop II. (1987) (M) Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, Jürgen Prochnow. A Detroit cop returns to Beverly Hills to help two colleagues solve mysterious robberies. 11.00 Miss Universe.

6.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Ice Road Truckers. (M) The truckers discuss their experiences. 9.30 Counting Cars. (PG) Danny makes a reckless buy. 10.00 Car Chasers. (M) 10.30 Car Chasers. (PG) 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. (M) 8.30 Tahir: Just Ask Me. (M) 9.30 Movie: The Inbetweeners Movie. (2011) (MA15+) James Buckley. 11.30 American Digger. (PG)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) A prank goes horribly wrong. 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) Finn and Jake awaken in the Nightosphere. 7.00 The Middle. (PG) Sue has a run-in with the neighbour’s sons. 7.30 Survivor: Cambodia. (PG) 10.30 Movie: Scary Movie 5. (2013) (M) Ashley Tisdale.

6.00 Movie: Scooby-Doo! In Where’s My Mummy? (2005) Casey Kasem. 7.30 Movie: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991) (PG) Keanu Reeves. 9.30 Movie: Spaceballs. (1987) (PG) John Candy, Rick Moranis. A warlord threatens a peaceloving planet. 11.30 American Digger. (PG)

6.00 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated. (PG) 6.30 Movie: The Pink Panther. (2006) (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers. (2002) (M) Elijah Wood, Sean Astin. The Fellowship, now scattered across Middle Earth, tries to complete their quest under threat of total war.

6.00 Movie: Santa’s Apprentice. (2010) (C) 7.30 Movie: Jack Frost. (1998) (PG) Michael Keaton, Kelly Preston. 9.30 Movie: Yours, Mine And Ours. (2005) (PG) Dennis Quaid, Rene Russo. A widow and widower marry. 11.15 Mike & Molly. (PG) 11.40 American Digger. (PG)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) Mike finds himself out of work. 7.30 Movie: Elf. (2003) Will Ferrell, James Caan. 9.30 Movie: A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas. (2011) (MA15+) John Cho, Kal Penn. Two friends cause a holiday fracas. 11.30 American Digger. (PG)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Movie: The Polar Express. (2004) 9.00 Movie: Reindeer Games. (2000) (MA15+) A petty crook becomes involved with a beautiful woman and a gang of murderous but incompetent thieves. 11.30 South Beach Tow. (M)

GO! (88)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 New Tricks. (M) Two political activists go missing. 9.00 Major Crimes. (M) Sanchez is a person of interest after his mother’s caregiver is found dead hours after getting into a fight with him. 10.00 Westside. (M) 11.00 Rizzoli & Isles. (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Kings Cross ER. (M) A look at St Vincent’s Hospital’s ER. 8.30 Miniseries: The Widower. (M) Part 3 of 3. Webster continues to evade the authorities as he pushes his plans to marry Simone. 9.30 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (M) Part 3 of 4. 11.30 Missing. (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Antiques Roadshow. 8.30 Monarch Of The Glen. (PG) Archie’s old flame Katrina turns up. 9.30 Movie: Last Dance. (2012) (M) Julia Blake, Firass Dirani. A man holds an elderly woman hostage. 11.30 Movie: Once Upon A Time In Mexico. (2003) (MA15+)

6.30 Heartbeat. (PG) Danny and Jimmy run a scam. 8.45 Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple. (PG) Miss Marple joins forces with a brother and sister to investigate a murder and the abduction of their aunt. 10.45 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M) A young girl at a local fair is murdered. 11.55 Movie: Bonnie And Clyde. (1967) (M)

6.00 Plonk. (PG) 6.30 River Cottage: Christmas Special. (PG) 7.30 The Great British Bake Off Christmas Special. 8.30 Movie: Rumor Has It. (2005) (M) A young woman learns her family was the inspiration behind the famous movie The Graduate. 10.30 Step Dave. (M) 11.30 Missing. (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) Monica’s cousin unwittingly wreaks havoc. 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 RPA. (PG) A man makes an extraordinary sacrifice. 9.00 What’s Your Emergency? Babe, Open Your Legs. (M) Documents British first responders. 10.00 Step Dave. (M) 11.00 Embarrassing Bodies. (PG)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) After a wealthy banker disappears while walking to the post office, Poirot is called on to investigate. 9.10 Silent Witness. (MA15+) A woman is shot dead in her home. 11.30 Death Row Stories. (M)

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6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Megafactories: Michelin Tyres. 8.30 Cops: Adults Only. (M) Follows police officers on patrol. 9.30 Movie: The Pack. (2015) (MA15+) Anna Lise Phillips, Jack Campbell. A family fights a pack of wild dogs. 11.30 Operation Repo. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Last Man Standing. (PG) 8.30 The Last Man On Earth. (M) Carol pressures Phil. 9.00 Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll. Gigi is frustrated with Flash. 9.30 Coverband. (M) 10.00 Movie: Stuck On You. (2003) (M) Matt Damon.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 The Indestructibles: Crushed By An SUV. (PG) A look at close scrapes with death. 8.30 Ancient Black Ops: Taking Down Bin Laden. (M) 9.30 Movie: True Justice: Angel Of Death. (2012) (M) Steven Seagal. 11.30 Bellator MMA. (M)

6.30 Monster Jam. 7.30 Freddie Flintoff: Lord Of The Fries. (PG) 8.30 The X-Files. Deep Throat tips Mulder to a critically important case involving a missing fugitive and the cloning of extraterrestrial viruses. 9.30 The X-Files. (M) Mulder follows a humanoid. 11.30 Ancient Black Ops. (M)

6.00 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Extreme Collectors. 8.00 Extreme Collectors. (PG) 8.30 Cops. (PG) Follows officers on patrol. 9.00 Cops: Adults Only. (M) 9.30 Movie: The Siege. (1998) (M) Denzel Washington, Annette Bening. Terrorists plot to bomb New York City. 11.50 World Sport.

6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Undercover Boss. (PG) 8.30 Undercover Boss. (M) Jeff Platt, the CEO of Sky Zone, jumps into action as a referee for a children’s dodgeball game. 9.30 Movie: Strangerland. (2015) Nicole Kidman, Hugo Weaving. Two children disappear into the desert.

6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Robson Green: Extreme Fisherman. (PG) 8.30 Monkeys Revealed: Master Minds. (PG) Part 3 of 3. 9.30 Movie: Drive Hard. (2014) John Cusack, Thomas Jane. 11.35 Ancient Black Ops. (M)

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6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 New Girl. (PG) 7.00 Raymond. (PG) 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.00 Futurama. (PG) 9.30 The Simpsons. 10.00 Cleveland. (M) 10.30 Bob’s Burgers. (PG) 11.00 Duckman. 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 New Girl. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 The Simpsons. 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. Marge babysits Rod and Todd. 9.00 Movie: Baggage Claim. (2013) (M) Paula Patton, Taye Diggs. 11.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 New Girl. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 Bondi Ink Tattoo. (M) Wendy makes a change without Mike. 9.30 Movie: Bootmen. (2000) (M) Adam Garcia. 11.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

6.00 Becker. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Takes a look back at some of the guests which have graced Irish comedian Graham Norton’s chat show. 9.30 Movie: Lost In Translation. (2003) (PG) Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson. 11.40 The Loop. (PG)

6.00 Becker. (PG) 6.30 Futurama. (PG) 7.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 Futurama. (PG) 8.00 The Simpsons. 8.30 Movie: Norbit. (2007) (M) Eddie Murphy. 10.35 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 11.05 House Of Lies. Final. (MA15+) 11.35 The Crazy Ones. Final. (M)

6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 Bold. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons. (PG) 9.30 American Horror Story: Hotel. Final. 10.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 11.30 James Corden. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud Favourites. 6.30 Bold. (PG) 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Movie: In & Out. (1997) (PG) 11.25 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 has a slew of unsolved cases. 8.30 Movie: Drag Me To Hell. (2009) (MA15+) Alison Lohman, Justin Long. An ambitious bank loans officer is cursed after she evicts an elderly woman from her home. 10.20 Movie: Starry Eyes. (2014) Alexandra Essoe.

6.30 If You Are The One. 7.35 Speed With Guy Martin. (PG) Guy Martin explores the boundaries of speed. 8.30 MythBusters. (PG) Star Wars-related myths are tested. 9.30 Miyazaki: The Kingdom Of Dreams And Madness. 11.40 Beautiful Losers. (MA15+)

6.00 The Numbers Game. 6.30 MythBusters. (PG) The team tests age-old conundrums. 7.30 Soccer. A-League. Round 11. Newcastle Jets v Adelaide United. From Hunter Stadium, NSW. 10.00 Movie: Ip Man 2. (2010) (M) Donnie Yen, Lynn Hung. A martial arts master must fight his peers. 11.55 Space Dandy. (PG)

6.00 Movie: Howl’s Moving Castle. (2004) (PG) Christian Bale, Emily Mortimer. A woman seeks the help of a wizard. 8.05 If You Are The One. Hosted by Meng Fei. 9.05 Where The Wild Men Are With Ben Fogle: Alaska. (PG) Part 2 of 4. 10.00 Trivia Nights. (M) Pubbased quiz challenge. 11.00 24: India. (M)

7.35 If You Are The One. 8.35 South Park. (MA15+) The internet inexplicably fails. 9.00 Drunk History. (M) 9.25 South Park. 9.55 Russell Howard’s Good News. Return. 10.30 Pornography: The Musical. (MA15+) 11.25 Sex With Sunny Megatron. (MA15+) 11.55 In Her Skin. (M)

6.35 If You Are The One. 7.35 Community. (PG) Jeff and Shirley join forces. 8.30 Movie: Café De Flore. (2011) (MA15+) Vanessa Paradis, Kevin Parent. A young mother in ’60s Paris and a divorced DJ in present-day Montreal find their lives paralleled by their fates. 10.45 Movie: Soul Kitchen. (2009) (MA15+)

6.35 If You Are The One. 7.35 Community. (PG) 8.30 Don’t Tell My Mother I’m In… Ukraine. (PG) Diego Bunuel travels to Ukraine. 9.25 Living With The Enemy: Same Sex Marriage. (M) 10.25 Lip Service. Final. (MA15+) 11.30 South Park. (M) 11.55 Cordon. (M)

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Holiday arrangements for Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support Department of Human Services customers will notice some changes to payments and services over the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Department of Human Services General Manager Hank Jongen said, as in previous years, all service centres and most phone lines providing Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support services will be closed from 25 to 29 December 2015 and on New Year’s Day. Mr Jongen said the Department’s Express Plus mobile apps and phone self-service options, as well as online services through myGov, would still be available every day. “The best way to check your reporting dates, update your details and report your earnings quickly and easily is by taking advantage of these options over the holiday period,” Mr Jongen said. “Payments will not be delayed by the holiday period but in some instances you may be paid earlier, so you may need to budget for a longer period between payment dates afterwards. “Customers may also need to report their job search efforts or income early if their usual reporting date falls on a public holiday.

“When reporting, you must include estimates of earnings or other changes for your normal 14 day assessment period. Although your reporting date may be different, the assessment period remains the same.” Mr Jongen said people can transfer funds to their BasicsCard on public holidays by calling 1800 132 594 from 8am – 5pm, and BasicsCard balances can be checked at any time by calling 1800 057 111. Calls to both lines are free. “There are no changes to the usual child support payment arrangements, however parents should note late payments made after 24 December may be further delayed by public holidays,” Mr Jongen said. “The automated Child Support Information Service on 131 107 will still be available.” Mr Jongen said all essential 24/7 Medicare Provider Services for doctors will remain open and available over the Christmas/New Year period, and customers can lodge some Medicare claims at their doctor’s office or via online services, as usual. More information is available at humanservices. gov.au/holidays.

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Can you design an outfit for your Lambs sell to $138 favourite Australian sports team?

For Wool4School in 2016, The Woolmark Company is asking Australian school students to design an innovative and creative sport outfit that conveys the Aussie team spirit. Wool4School is a real-life fashion design experience, with big rewards for both students and teachers. Open to students in years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, Wool4School sets the challenge to design an original outfit made from one of the world’s most innovative and natural fibres - Australian Merino wool - and go in the running to win part of $10,000 worth of prizes. General Manager of Trade Education for Australian Wool Innovation (parent company of The Woolmark Company), Julie Davies, said Wool4School was an important part of the company’s educational offering. “Wool4School has helped put this premium, natural fibre back into the hands and minds of thousands of young Australians. The competition continues to grow with great support from teachers from right across the country, and a version of Wool4School has also been taken up in Hong Kong,

where students have also enjoyed the opportunity to feel the softness of Australian wool and discuss its versatility in the world of fashion.� Teachers can also take part in the competition by incorporating the lesson plans into their classroom. By registering at www.wool4school.com.au, teachers receive a free resource pack to support their lessons, created in line with the National School Curriculum. Students can also download a free resource pack, available online. The outfit must be made from at least 70% Australian Merino wool and suitable for your favourite team to wear during its match or medal ceremony. The outfit must contain a minimum of one piece with a maximum of four pieces, which excludes the wool accessory, and can be designed for either a male or female. Wool4School is purely a design competition, you don’t actually need to make the outfit; we just want your sketched designs. So get designing; encourage your friends and teachers to join the number one design competition for students, Wool4School.

Devil in detail of property levy NSW Farmers’ Association is seeking further details on the NSW Government’s plans to implement an emergency services property levy. While the association supports a contribution from all rate payers to the emergency services levy, it believes that levy should reflect the level of service usage. NSW Farmers’ rural affairs spokesperson Sonia O’Keefe said: “Details that will underpin the shift to the property-based levy are yet to be confirmed.� “But the government has indicated it is considering different rates to be applied depending on property classification such as whether it is commercial, residential or rural. “These rates need to be proportionate to the services drawn upon by each sector, and should not shift costs from metropolitan or commercial

classifications onto rural landowners. “We will need to see more details before we can be confident the new levy will be equitable for rural landholders. “In attempting to make the system ‘fairer’, government must make sure that the rates charged are directly related to the services used and risks that exist in each sector. “The outcome for rural landowners must be a balanced and equitable levy contribution that is proportionate to the risks in their area,� Mrs O’Keefe said. The announcement from the NSW Government states that from 1 July 2017, the levy will no longer be drawn from insurance policies, but instead charged to all landowners alongside council rates.

The Cooma sheep sale held on Tuesday December 8 saw 7500 lambs and 3300 sheep penned. In a good quality yarding processors were selective with the weightier, fresh lambs selling well, realising from $120 to a top of $135 with the second run making from $100 to $116. Best of the shorn lambs sold from $125 to $130. Well bred lambs, just showing a dry edge, returned to the paddock between $80 and $100. Small, young first cross ewe lambs made $71 to $81. Lighter plain lambs realised from $40 to $60, while Merino lambs sold from $61 to $88. Best of the heavy wethers made $82 to a top of $112, while best ewes sold from $70 to $83. Medium and plain mutton sold from $27 up to $65. Best rams - $40 - $48; hoggets $64 - $85. Quotations Best shorn lambs MTP Robinson, BC, 12, $130; RR & AR Norton, E, 16, $128. Woolly sucker lambs Loplexia, E, 55, $135; Gourock, E, 94, $130; PJ & G Miners, MLP, 58, $131; WC McDonald, MLP, 32, $127; GW & MR Ingram, E, 60, $122; P & M Sands, MLP, 28, $127;

BM & RM Adams, MLP, 34 @125; Charlie Miners, Lmk, 13, $120; Loplexia, E, 28, $120; RN & PR McGufficke, Lmk, 30, $106; H Mackenzie-Kay, BC, 3, $100; Gourock, E, 244, $122 Old lambs MTP Robinson, BC, 63 $98; R & L Nockny, Lmk, 18, $78; I Ingram, Lmk, 8, $72; Store XB Lambs SP Lang, MLP, 174, $93; H & J Dixon, MLP, 73, $91; Bukalong Ent, BC, 85 1st X ewe lms, $71. Wethers RJ Hain, E, 120, $122; MJ & CA Caldwell, Lmk, 67, $95; BJ & LK Tozer, MLP, 95, $93; D Ralphs, BC, 5, $90; H & J Dixon, MLP, 73, $91; FE & DC Constance, MLP, 95, $87; Frying Pan BC, 42, $80; AP Desalis, Lmk, 66, $82. Ewes W & R Boate, MLP, 95, $83; P & J Lette, MLP, 4, $83; Simo Bozinovski, BC, 22, $76; AP Desalis, Lmk, 67, $74; S Shortt,, BC, 22, $66; RJ Hain, E, 28, $66; RJ Hain, E, 20, $58; Frying Pan, BC, 59, $67.50

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Foreign ownership in agriculture The Coalition Government’s robust new foreign investment regime improving scrutiny and transparency around foreign ownership of Australia’s agricultural production came into effect from December 1, Member for Eden-Monaro Peter Hendy said on Monday. “The Government understands that the average farming business is smaller than other businesses and simply applying the $252 million general threshold for foreign investment screening excludes a large part of the agricultural sector,� Dr Hendy said. “This is why we have reduced the screening threshold for proposed foreign purchases of agricultural land by private investors to $15 million. In addition, from December 1 direct interests in agribusinesses valued at $55 million or more will also be screened by the Foreign Investment Review Board. “We have also acted to create a new agricultural land foreign ownership register and expanded the agricultural land register to include residential land and water entitlements.

“The Coalition Government is also continuing to work collaboratively with the States and Territories to ensure that sales of critical infrastructure to foreign investors are properly scrutinised. “We are committed to strengthening the system so that Eden-Monaro residents can have confidence foreign investment will not be contrary to the national interest. “Foreign investors who have breached the residential real estate rules had until the end of November to voluntarily come forward under the reduced penalty period. From December 1 any investors caught in breach of the rules will face severe penalties. “The ATO has taken over full responsibility for enforcing residential real estate purchases by foreign citizens and existing criminal penalties have been increased to $135,000 or three years’ imprisonment, or both for individuals; and up to $675,000 for companies,� Dr Hendy said. For more information on the changes visit www. firb.gov.au

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Investment in Innovation and Science good news for farming The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has welcomed last week’s announcement of the National Innovation and Science Agenda, and urged the government to consider agribusiness when legislating proposed changes. NFF CEO, Simon Talbot, said the announcement marked the start of an important cultural shift for the Australian economy which would have important implications for the farm sector. “Australian agriculture has historically been a strong source of innovation, drawing on Australia’s world class public-private partnership model for agricultural research,”

Mr Talbot said. “The farm sector relies on continual innovation to maintain Australia’s strong international competitiveness. “Agribusiness is at the beginning of an exciting growth period with surging demand for quality Australian produce in key export markets. “The innovation developed within Australia is also considered to be world-leading and is adopted by agribusiness across the globe further reinforcing the need for continued and strong investment in this area. “This not only includes on-farm and value chain innovation but also pioneering ideas in

how agriculture can meet the demands of a changing climate. “Bold new ideas will be required to continue to drive this leadership and to respond to the evolving demands placed on the sector in ways that continue to meet the needs of our customers while underpinning prosperity across the agricultural industries. “Today’s announcements facilitate better commercialisation of innovative ideas and research outcomes and in an agriculture context this will mean more farm-ready technology available more quickly.” However, NFF urged the Government to recognise the potential for start-ups within the

agriculture sector. “The agriculture industry is teeming with entrepreneurs with ideas for new products, services and business models but we need to ensure that the best and most innovative new business ventures in the agricultural sector have access to the incentives announced today. NFF looks forward to working with the Government on implementation of the suite of innovation and science initiatives, and will provide more comment later in the week about the application of these measures in agriculture.

Volatile weather expected to diminish farming incomes – well into 2016 With adverse weather conditions across Australia predicted to continue well into 2016 by the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), a weather and commodities expert predicts poor crop harvests and poor incomes for farming communities as a result. Nationally recognised commodities expert and media commentator Jonathan Barratt says, “Record-breaking heatwaves in South Australia through to torrential rains in north-west NSW have paid a toll on grower incomes – and will continue to do so next year. The major complaint by growers this year was there was simply not enough rain throughout the growing and ‘filling’ period. When it did come, it came at the wrong time. Losses on the farm affects the whole rural economy and flows on to consumers buying groceries in supermarkets.” BOM predicts this year’s El Nino –

expected to continue into autumn next year – is likely to bring lower rainfall across northern Queensland, drier conditions across Australia’s southeast, and above-average rainfall in Western Australia’s inland. The strength of this El Nino could rank it as a ‘top three’ event in 50 years*. “If the forecast is correct, soil moisture profiles leading into next year’s season will be low. The reliance on in-crop rain is more critical than ever should summer rains fall short of providing substantial moisture. Now more than ever, it is critical for growers to hedge adverse weather risk,” says Jonathan who is CEO of CelsiusPro, an award-winning provider of weather certificates and Australia’s first provider of parametric weather cover. “As Federal and State Government policy is looking to shift the risk growers have on production and income from them towards the insurance market, it is important for growers to keep abreast of their options to hedge that risk.” Unlike weather insurance, weather certificates pay out immediately without the need to make claims. In 2015

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Cowra livestock, broadacre farming and intensive horticulture producer, Ed Fagan, has been named the 2015 NSW Farmer of the Year. Ed Fagan operates Mulyan Farm, a 1600 hectare diversified enterprise that trades cattle, breeds and trades fat lambs and grows wheat, canola, maize, popcorn and oats. In addition, horticultural crops, including beetroot, asparagus, red and brown onions are grown,

and Mulyan Farm is the only commercial baby leaf spinach producer in NSW. Minister for Primary Industries, Niall Blair and NSW Farmers’ President Derek Schoen presented the 2015 NSW Farmer of the Year Award during today’s Farm Writers’ Association Christmas lunch held at Parliament House in Sydney. Mr Blair said Mr Fagan has shown outstanding achievement, focusing on management skills, use of innovation, profitability, e n v i ro n m e n t a l sustainability and community involvement. “Mr Fagan’s commitment to protect natural resources by improving soil nutrition, weed control and innovative research and development are incredibly impressive,” Mr Blair said. “It is innovative initiatives in the farming

sector like this that will build the future of the state’s $12 billion primary industries sector. “Right across the state we are seeing farmers embracing new and innovative ways to do business that are leading the world and the finalists in this year’s Farmer of the Year Awards are testament to that.” Mr Blair also acknowledged the achievements and congratulated the other finalists - Canobolas cherry and apple growers Fiona and Bernard Hall and Batemans Bay oyster farmer Ewan McAsh. Fiona and Bernard Hall operate Caernarvon Cherry, a cherry and apple growing, packing and marketing business, located at Canobolas in the state’s Central West. They aim to extract value out of every cherry that is harvested and to achieve

this have developed a 100 per cent pure cherry juice that is well-received in the retail markets with a year-round market presence. Ewan McAsh produces 60,000 dozen Sydney Rock Oysters each year on the Clyde River at Batemans Bay. Mr McAsh has diversified the number of oyster species grown on the farm and is now growing Sydney Rock, Angasi and Spawnless Pacific oysters. His aim is to provide a greater range of product to his customers and to make production capacity more resilient to seasonal variability and disease. NSW Farmers President Derek Schoen said this year’s finalists demonstrate the state’s diverse farming enterprises and congratulates them on their brilliant achievements.

“Ed Fagan, Ewan McAsh and the Halls are innovative, very hard working and passionate about agriculture,” Mr Schoen said. “They show qualities in business management skills and sustainable production practices that ensure a high standard quality product we all can enjoy. “Their successful enterprises are making valuable contributions to their local communities and our national economy.” The annual NSW Farmer of the Year Award recognises the best farmers in NSW, focusing on their agricultural management skills, their use of innovation, profitability, e n v i ro n m e n t a l sustainability and community involvement.

Farm business skills courses now available Farmers are now able to apply to pre-approved farm business skills courses, as part of the NSW Government’s $300 million NSW Drought Strategy. The Farm Business Skills Professional Development Program, provides $45 million over five years for primary producers to access vocational training and farm business planning skills. NSW Minister for Primary Industries, Lands and Water, Niall Blair, said farmers can access reimbursement of costs under the program of up to $5000

per farmer, and $9000 per farm business, over the next five years. “In addition to pre-approved courses now available, farmers can also apply for approval for other vocational training or farm business planning service providers that meet their needs and are within the guidelines of the program,” Mr Blair said. “The aim of this program is to better equip our farmers to plan ahead for future droughts, and to also access tools like multiperil insurance to better manage onfarm risks.” The Program targets three

priority areas: risk management; financial and business management; and drought preparedness. Funding can be accessed for preparation and planning that is required to apply for multi-peril insurance. To find out how to apply or view the guidelines for the Farm Business Skills Professional Development Program, or for more information about the NSW Drought Strategy, visit www. droughthub.nsw.gov.au

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New book honours sheepman Tom Culley

Rivererina based author Stephen Burns held a book launch for his second novel last Friday. Burns documented the life of one of the most influential sheep breeders in the wool industry and launched the book at his long time friend Gordon Litchfield’s Christmas party. The event was well attended by people from throughout the entire region who listened to Burns talk about the revered breeder and shared a few stories of their own. John Cahill knew Mr Culley and spoke very highly of the breeder. “Tom Culley was a genius and is rccognised as such throughout the industry. His rams are used in 25/26 studs in the Riverina,” Mr Cahill said. “He is universally acclaimed and his assessment of rams is second to none.” The book launch featured a signing and a short speech by Burns who detailed some of the life of Mr Culley and talked about his intentions behind writing the story. Burns is now an author and journalist but in a previous life he worked as a Jackaroo, having spent time on the famous Wonga stud when Stu Hodgson was the overseer. During this period he became familiar with Mr Culley, and after bumping into Hodgson many years later, the inspiration for ‘Tom Culley, A Reflection’ was born. When writing the book, Burns concentrated on delivering a final

product that would appeal to a wider audience and show the influence of Mr Culley to people regardless of their background. “People should be able to read this book with interest. I wrote it so a wider variety of people could enjoy it,” Burns said. “It’s a book that people who, even if they don’t have an interest in sheep, can read with interest. “I’m very proud of this book, it’s a book that needed to be done.” This book is the second published work by Burns, with his first book ‘Once, Upon a Splendid Coin: An Arcadian Story Behind the 1938 Shilling’ released in 2014.

Top left: Hasmish Jardine, Jim Jardine, Gordon Litchfield, Fleur Jardine, Liz Jardine and Sue Jardine. Top right: Snowy River Shire Council Mayor John Cahill with author Stephen Burns and Gordon Litchfield amidst a backdrop of pure merino wool.

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Country roads funding closes today The Member for Monaro John Barilaro has encouraged Queanbeyan, Cooma, Snowy River Shire, Palerang and Bombala Councils to get their Expressions of Interest (EOI) in for Round Two of Fixing Country Roads, highlighting the EOI closing date has been extended and will wrap up one week from today. “We’ve got $50 million for Round Two to fix freight pinch points on local and regional roads across NSW and we don’t want councils to miss out,” Mr Barilaro said. “Councils now have an extra four days to get their EOIs in and all they have to do for this first stage is complete a one-two page form and tell us the benefits that project will bring to our community. “Since June this year, the NSW Government has run more than 23 grant writing workshops across the state to assist councils with their applications and has had more than

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350 staff from almost 100 councils attend. “Round one was a huge success which turned $43 million funding into close to $100 million in infrastructure benefits. “Bombala Council received a $450,000 grant as part of the ‘Fixing Country Roads’ program to upgrade Mila and Craigie roads, Burton Street/Bucky Springs Road and the intersection of Burton and Maybe streets which have deteriorated due to the heavy use of logging trucks.” Following the EOI Round, applicants will be shortlisted by the independent panel (including Local Government NSW, Livestock and Bulk Carriers Association, NSW Farmers, NRMA) to complete a more detailed funding application. Visit https://fixingcountryroads. fluidreview.com/ and www.freight. transport.nsw.gov.au for more information, applications close today.

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On Tuesday the 8th December, all Bombala High students arrived at school pumped for a ‘Big Day Out’ at Magic Mountain in Merimbula. The trip was a fully funded welfare day in recognition of the student’s adherence to our school values of Personal Best, Respect and Responsibility during 2015. Throughout the day all staff and students were involved in a range of activities including water slides, putt-putt golf, go-karts, a rollercoaster and the Tree Climb Challenge. The rope climbs were certainly challenging but proved an achievable goal for many staff and students, with 77 attacking either one of, or all three, of the different courses. Although the weather was not the best, everyone still had an amazing time, with enormous smiles all round and quite a few students doing something they didn’t think they were capable of.

Once again our students were wonderful ambassadors for our school, representing us with great pride. We arrived home at around 5.30pm, exhausted yet exhilarated. We thank

the staff at Magic Mountain and The Tree Climb Challenge for looking after us so well and we look forward and look forward to providing further experiences for our students and staff in 2016.

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Beautifully set among magnificent mature trees and privately off the main road, this well maintained property offers 160ac of lush, high rainfall grazing country along with areas of picturesque timbered sections. Spectacularly watered, with a number of dams along with a feature dam within view of the house yard adds to this great setting. OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE: • 160 ac of high rainfall, soft granite grazing country and areas of natural bush country • An ideal property for either sheep or cattle along with this area being well known for its ideal hunting also adds another string to the bow for this great

lifestyle property. • The home is a substantial double brick residence of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. A very large open plan lounge and dining area and a great kitchen adjacent • The home benefits from an elevated position with magnificent views of the property and to the mountains in the east. • Attached to the home is a large garage with internal access • Small sheep yards and a 1 stand shearing shed This is a truly beautiful property and has been home to the current owners for over 30 yrs and will regretfully be sold to allow for down scaling.

983 Old Bega Road, Nimmitabel Asking $420,000

13 Smith St, Cooma

Asking $416,000

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A rare piece of Cooma’s history in immaculate condition M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004 E: shannon@fergussonrealestate.com.au | www.fergussonrealestate.com.au | 50 Vale St, Cooma

49 Hill Street Cooma ASKING $580,000 Beautifully located with an elevated position looking north over the Cooma township and beyond, this magnificent period home offers outstanding space along with all the features that stand out in homes constructed in the early 1900s. FEATURES INCLUDE: • A substantial double brick residence, immaculately maintained and restored with a striking street appeal which will be sure to grab your attention • A large central hallway immediately stands out on entering this home, leading into formal dining and lounge areas • A very spacious family living room with a feature fire place and great light from northern windows • The option of five spacious bedrooms + an office, or four with a second living area • A major feature of this home is

the fully ducted natural gas heating system. With the general layout of period homes, they are generally very hard to heat. But this home is a comfortable living environment through both winter and summer • A magnificent sun-filled kitchen, with loads of space along with a large walk-in pantry • Another great living space is the large internal verandah which allows room to spread out • two modern bathrooms and a large separate indoor laundry • Outside the property covers 1760 sqm of level land, fully fenced and great for families. • Also the added bonus of the old maids quarters, which will offer the potential for a granny flat or excellent space for the kids to make a mess! Homes of this stature are rarely seen on the market in Cooma.

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Main Range Real Estate 5/2 Snowy River Avenue, Jindabyne

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Garden Studio A garden studio with a central location overlooking Kosciuszko Road, and opposite the lakefront reserve. The unit fronts onto the Kosciuszko Road reserve which has a footpath / cycle-way into town, only a couple of minutes’ walk to Nugget’s Crossing Shopping Centre and even less to the water’s edge: an attractive location. The unit looks directly north and comprises a combined kitchen, living and sleeping area. There is a bathroom with laundry facilities, an internal

BCBOLLER & COMPANY

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63 Bent Street, Cooma storeroom and adjoining carport. It is approved for holiday letting and has recently been upgraded with a large built-in wardrobe and entertainment unit, and a fold-out double bed which allows full use of the living area when not in use. The location of this unit on the end of the block is a significant feature as it means only one common wall and a private side entrance. This quality compact apartment can be your home, your weekender or your Snowy Mountains investment.

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3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1 car

Reduced to $198,000 WHAT A PERFECT START

Set on over 1300m2 and in a very Three bedrooms. established and popular neighborhood. Affordable homes in this area are rare The property features renovated kitchen and get snapped up quickly so don’t and bathroom and has natural gas cook hesitate make a call now to inspect. top and gas heating.

Gorgeous purpose built family fishing and ski home

Price: $125,000 Address: 1/24 Clyde Street, Jindabyne

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Christmas Church services schedule Jindabyne Catholic 24th Dec 5pm Thredbo 24th Dec 7pm Berridale 24th Dec 8pm Jindabyne Midnight Mass Jindabyne Christmas Day 9am Jindabyne Christmas Day 9am Dalgety

Bombala/Delegate Anglican 20th Dec 7.30pm Carols and Lessons St Matthias’ Bombala 24th Dec 5pm Holy Communion St Matthew’s Bibbenluke 24th Dec 8pm Holy Communion St Philip’s Delegate 24th Dec 11pm Holy Communion St Matthias’ Bombala 25th Dec Holy Communion St Matthias’ Bombala

Cooma Churches Christmas Service Times Anglican 20th Dec 4pm St John’s Adaminaby 24th Dec 5pm St Peter’s Nimmitabel 24th Dec 5pm St Bartholomew’s Bredbo 24th Dec 7:30pm St John’s Numeralla 24th Dec 7:30pm St Andrew’s Jerangle Christmas Day 9am St Paul’s Cooma

Uniting Church 24th Dec 7pm Christmas Day 8am

Baptist Christmas Day 9am Catholic 24th Dec 5pm St Mary’s Adaminaby 24th Dec 5pm St Joseph’s Delegate 24th Dec 7pm St Patrick’s Cooma 24th Dec 7pm St Mary’s Bombala 24th Dec 9pm St Andrew’s Nimmitabel Christmas Day 8am St Patrick’s Jerangle Christmas Day 9am St Patrick’s Cooma

Christmas Message The joys that Christmas will bring are signs to us that God wishes us to know the gift that was sent to earth two thousand years ago. This is the miracle of Christmas, that Jesus Christ was sent to all

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Lifegate Christian Church 24th Dec 7pm Christmas Supper, 8pm Carols in the garden Lutheran 23rd Dec 6pm Lessons and Carols Christmas Day 10am Salvation Army Christmas Day 9am

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Insured households to win from NSW Government scrapping the Emergency Services Levy Household insurance premiums in NSW will plunge following reforms to the state’s funding of its emergency services and the abolition of the insurance levy. Last week’s announcement by NSW Treasurer Gladys Berejiklian will see the axing of the unfair Emergency Services Levy (ESL) on insurance premiums, which typically adds 21 per cent to the cost of insurance. It will be replaced by the introduction of a propertybased charge to fund NSW’s fire services and SES from July 1, 2017. Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) CEO Rob Whelan commended the Baird Government for its decision, which will bring NSW into line with all other states and territories. “This is great news for insured NSW households, and it’s also a win for the state Budget,� Mr Whelan said. “It is fairer, and will reduce the financial burden on those households who buy insurance. “The ICA has been advocating reform of NSW’s ESL for decades, and insurers are committed to passing on the savings to their customers. “Currently, NSW households face the triple tax whammy of GST, stamp duty and the ESL adding almost 45 per cent to the base premium of their home and contents insurance costs. “This enormous impost contributes to the incidence

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Bombala racecourse committee grant improves club house The Bombala Racecourse and Recreation Ground Committee are very thankful to have received funding under the Community Building Partnership Program 2014 for upgrades to the Club House. The Committee matched the grant dollar for dollar,

and thanks goes to Bombala Council Economic Development Officer, Karen Cash for assistance in writing the grant application. The funding has greatly assisted the committee to clad the dilapidated exterior of the Club House, and replace and repair the old and broken windows. A local contractor has done an exceptional job with the renovations. A new caretaker is now on site and the Committee would like to extend sincerest thanks to the previous caretakers, John and Becky Kelland. This start on upgrading the facility will only enhance its use by the local community, especially during campdrafts and race day meetings. The facility is available for hire, with details available through the Secretary on 0438 583 330. A grant through the Community Building Partnership Program has allowed for upgrades to the Bombala Racecourse Club House.

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Cooma Basketball rep teams sponsorship night Far left: U16 girls sponsored by Cooma Trophy and Gift Centre and Schoos Studio. Right: U10 boys sponsored by Top Notch Concrete and M & T Motors. Below: U18 boys sponsored by Brian Geach and Cooma Ex-Services 100 Club.

Left: U10 girls sponsored by Bruce Geach and Summit Smash Repairs. Right: U18s girls sponsored by Accredited Electricals.

U14s girls sponsored by Percy’s Newsagency and Rhythm Sport.

Under 14 Girls sponsored by Rhythm Sport.

Under 14 boys with Lisa Dyball, Sue Geach and Mark Wiggins of Boco Rock.

Under 14 boys sponsored by Paul Dyball and Burke’s Plant Hire

Above and right: U12 girls sponsored by The Monaro Post.

U16 boys sponsored by Mainstreet and Brian Geach.

U12 girls sponsored by Shell Regional Service Station and Dog Wash.

Under 16 boys with Brian Geach, Daniel Hopkins (Mainstreet) and Mark Wiggins.

Pictured, all the representative teams with their new tops. The new shorts were sponsored by Boco Rock Wind farm and the Cooma Junior Basketball Association. The Under 12 boys, not pictured, are sponsored by Monaro Meats and Full On Construction.

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Cooma Golf Club News

President Georg Froeschl with Summer Cup winner Steve Wheatley.

Klein Trophy winner Gaye Wilson and Phinn Trophy winner Lorraine McGregor.

Georg Froeschl and Centenary Cup winner Marilynne Weston.

Trophy winners Val Leitch, Gaye Wilson and Dorothy Bilbow.

Georg Froeschl and club champion Dave Crawford.

John Gargett was Medal of Medals stroke champion.

Wednesday’s mid week competition saw a reasonably healthy field of 26 players with Norm Marshall winning A Grade with a score of 39 points, despite playing through the worst of the wind, whilst Geoff Bohringer carded 36 points to claim B Grade and Mark Kelly had the round of the day with 40 points. Kerry Blencowe led the ball winners with 39 points, Norm Marshall won Nearest the Pin on nine and Doug Parker on 17. Saturday featured a playoff for the Medal of Medals and John Gargett was the overall and A Grade winner with a fine round of 80 off the stick for a 68 net with Col Langdon A Grade runner up. B Grade was won by Tom Geach with a 72 nett with Steve Wheatley a stroke back. C Grade was won by

Col Langdon was A Grade Nett champion.

Below: Rulie Steinfort was ladies club council.

Div 2 Vets champion Norm Marshall.

Lindsay Blewitt on a count back on 72 nett from Gordon Weston. Balls went down to 74 nett and nearest the pins were won by Gino Cerro (fourth), Dave Douglass (ninth), Wayne Ryan (11th) and Wayne Flynn ( 17th). Sunday saw a field of eight teams contend for the Nell Horsfall Trophy, a mixed Irish Fourball. The team of Gaye Wilson, Val Leitch , Tony Monday and Gary Batten streeted the field to win by five shots with 93 points. Runners up were Marilyn Weston, Brian Searl, Phil Amey and Denis Minehan. Nearest the Pins went to Terry Johnson on the ninth and Campbell Childs and Carolyn O’Byrne on the 17th. There will be no more major events until the new year but competitions will still be held as normal with Christmas hams as trophies on several days.

Gaye Wilson and Terry Johnston won the Klein Trophy Mixed Aggregate.

Terry Johnstone was the Div 4 Veterans Champion. Below: Graeme Russell was A Grade Foursomes champion with Dave Robinson.

Left: Denis Minehan was the 2015 B Grade Champion. Right: Frank McKnight was the 2015 C Grade Champion.

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Bombala basketball grand final

Men’s Runner Up: Robert Chamberlain, Paul Perkins, Luke Ingram, Sam Power.

Ladies Winner: Front: Jasper Bruce, Mackenzie Phillips, Zac McGowan, Back: Wendy Hampshire, Rhonda White, Chance Westaway, Karter Hampshire

Best and Fairest Girl: Bridie Hampshire Best and Fairest Boy: Tait McIntosh Far right: Junior Miniball winners: Front: Gracie Brownlie, Ariela Moro, Brandy Crotty, Keira Chamberlain Back: Jakob Brown, Bridie Hampshire, Montana Chamberlain, Wendy Hampshire (Coach) Right: Ladies Runner up: Front: Tayla Ventry, Keiarna Rodwell, Jack Cuzner Back: Bree Brownlie, Chloe Hodak, Belinda Cuzner.

Junior Miniball Runner up: Front: Kurt Chaplin, Tanner Hurley, Ashley Loyd, Nikahil Stone. Back: Ty Gulliford, Lily Hampshire, Emily Vincent, Belinda Hurley (Coach) Top left: Men’s Winner: Nathan Marks, Zach White, Korie Elton, Rhys Crouch, Nic Rosten, Scott Challman. Left: Encouragement Awards: Aden McIntosh, Samantha Marks, Hayden Barker, Keira Chamberlain, Evan Phillips, Lily Hampshire, Kate Yelds Results: Junior Miniball: Bombala Bakery 16 def MCH Welding 10 Senior Miniball: Diamond 14 def Ruby 6

Ladies: Red 29 def Black 26 Men’s: Black 67 def Yellow 39

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Shell Shampas win netball final Sailors enjoy windy race The final game of the season was played last Monday night with Shell Shampas taking the win for the season beating hair reflections 32 to 27. Throughout the season, the umpires selected the best and fairest from every game and the player with the most points for 2015 is Kristy Nicholls. The Cooma Netball Association of 2015 would like to thank everyone that participated and volunteered through out

this summer comp and we wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Results Fillies 34 d Netballs to the Wall 12 Fortitude Physio 38 d Royal 16 Dicken’s Cider 20 d Yallambee 15 Shell Shampas 32 d Hair Reflections 27 Nothing but Netball 28 d Bluebirds 13 Pictured Kristy Nicholls with Lara Hansford and Mel Brennan.

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Globe Hotel Bombala 6pm December 18 and 24 The committee would like to thank all of the local Men of League members and those who have supported the group throughout the year. Wishing the community a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

The annual Adaminaby Campdraft was held at the Adaminaby racecourse last weekend. The two-day event was well patronised by local and away riders, with about 700 runs over the weekend. Sandy Brabon, Adaminaby Campdraft treasurer described the event as a great success. Some of the highlights included a visit from Santa who did a run, raising more than $1000 for breast cancer in the ladies calcutta event and some money raised through the dinner to be

given to the Adaminaby and Nimmitabel schools. Organisers would like to thank the cattle donors, sponsors and volunteers for helping with the event.

Pictured top, Winners of the Flynn’s Wrecking Yard Juvenile event on Saturday with Judge Stuart Webb. Bottom left, Robert Miners of Adaminaby in the Juvenile event. Bottom right, local girl Ella Brabon on her run in the juvenile event, which secured her second place.

A strong and gusty westerly breeze greeted the Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club sailors when they gathered to compete in heat six of the 2015/16 Twilight series. The club’s new RIB rescue boat received admiring glances as Steve Ashe steered it around the lake for the first time. Ross Tattersall joined John Byrne on the old start boat as they sent the five catamarans and 11 mono-hulls off on a Starboard rounding clockwise direction course. A sudden gust of wind with a change in direction hit the cats as they tried to cross the start line. Martin Bannister faired the best and led the fleet of cats to the first mark closely followed by Barry Dennis. Barry caught and passed Martin on the long broad reach to the Mountain mark while Ian Foster and Tim Symons reached the mark together. Randy Wieman and Scott on the Hobie 16 received a boost from a sudden gust near the mark and snuck past Ian and Tim to round in third place. The wind picked up on the long shy reach from the Mountain mark to the Quarry mark allowing all the cats to fly a hull and zoom up to and past the smaller mono-hull sailors as they were reaching from the Peninsular mark to the Quarry mark. The strong breeze kept all the boats flying around the course, though it did soften towards the end of the race. Tim used the strong breeze to pass Randy Ian and Martin B into second place and set off chasing Barry. The fleet completed a full five lap course for the first time this season. The mono-hulls all competed with each other for position with the Laser full rigs of John Baird, Jason Abbott, Steve Osborne and Terry Lee also trying to keep in front of the Laser Radial sailors, Martin Van Weel, Kerry McGaw and Gote Vikstrom. All of the Laser sailors tried to keep up with Phil Daley and Nick Kirshner who used the Flying Fifteen’s spinnaker to good effect in the strong breeze. Ross Lawley sailed his new Impulse Dinghy for the first time, but returned to the beach early along with new members Ben Evans and Adam. The two fleets sailed in close company with Tim and Phil getting into an accidental tacking duel on the last Windward leg while Ian Foster took advantage of a large lift off the Southern shore to catch up to and pass Tim. Barry increased his lead hugely around the course and was first cat to finish over nine minutes ahead of Ian, Tim and Martin B. Randy and Brad Spalding didn’t

complete the course correctly and received a DNF score. The Handicap corrected times left the cats in this order with Ian taking second place one second in front of Tim. As usual Phil and Nick led the monohull fleet to the finish line. John Baird and the Red Laser led the laser fleet with Jason finishing third. The Handicap corrected times gave Jason his first win of the season followed by Phil, John, Terry, Martin VW, Kerry, Steve and Gote. The second heat of the 2015/16 Club Championship series was held at Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club on the sunny afternoon of December 12. J ohn Byrne and Nick Luntungan manned the start boat and started a Port rounding course from the Club mark. The first lap was a large lap around the islands and to the mountain mark. Tim Symons and the other cats led the fleet to the first mark. Tim was overtaken by Barry Dennis and Randy Wieman just before rounding the mark. A brisk square run to the mountain mark followed by two windward / leeward laps in the medium strength South Easterly breeze. The cats zoomed along with the sailors using their trapezes to stretch a large gap between them and the mono-hulls. The cats all mistakenly started a third windward leg before discovering their mistake and heading back to the Bay mark. This long windward led became excruciatingly slow and difficulty for all of the sailors as the breeze dropped away to nearly nothing and started to shift around all the points of the compass. After several lead changes, Barry Dennis led the fleet back towards the clubhouse. With the wind dropping, the smaller lasers and Nick Kennedy on his Finn relentlessly closed up towards the cats. Barry missed the last mark and proceeded straight to the Finish line. Tim followed next after rounding the Bay mark before the finish. Nick caught up to the cats, passed Martin Bannister and finished just behind Tim. Randy chose not to complete the course. The Yardstick corrected results reversed the finishing order with Martin Van Weel taking the win from Gote Vikstrom, Ross Tattersall and Kerry McGaw Nick Kennedy and Suzie Green dead heated and shared fifth place. Tim was the first cat sailor in seventh place followed by Martin Bannister.

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Cooma Swimming Club The club held its last time trial for the year last Wednesday before taking a break over the school holidays. This Wednesday the club Christmas Party will be held at the pool with lots of games and prizes on offer before we all settle in for one of Henry and Carols delicious barbecues accompanied by salads and desserts provided by club members. The Committee wishes all the swimmers parents and supporters a happy and safe Christmas and holiday and we look forward to seeing you back in the pool at the end of January Time Trials Results Week 9 Individual Medley C Grade 75m – Most Improved Keira Newson (5 secs); Fastest

Time Damian Kennedy; B Grade 100m – Most Improved Charlotte WalkerBroose (19 secs); Improved Jack Kleven, Charlie Alcock, Brianna Nowland, Riley Brayshaw and Ellanor Boucher. Fastest Time Jack Kleven. A Grade - Most Improved Hudson Laird (14 secs); Improved Bentley Walker-Broose, Anna Brayshaw, Lachlan Sky, Troy Rees, Summer Rees, Jack Newson, Gracye Boucher and Harley Hassall. Fastest Time Brenna Clayton. Freestyle C Grade – Progress to B Grade Alexi Alcock, Damian Kennedy, Darcy and Tom Rudd Most Improved Alexi Alcock (2 secs;) Improved Maddison Boucher and Charlotte Walker-

Broose; Fastest Time Damian Kennedy. B Grade Most Improved Charlie Alcock (.02 sec); Fastest Time Ronan Burke. A Grade/Premier Most Improved Anna Behr (3 secs); Fastest Time Noah Saddler. Backstroke C Grade – Progress to B Grade Tom Rudd; Most Improved Maddison Boucher (8 secs); Improved Tom Rudd. B Grade Progress to A Grade Lachlan Sky; Most Improved Riley Brayshaw (3 secs), Improved Lachlan Sky. Fastest Time Lachlan Skye. A Grade/Premier Most Improved Bentley Walker-Broose (1 sec); Improved Anna Behr . Fastest Time Brenna Clayton.

Cooma Stallions gear up for 2016 Nick Chapman The Cooma Stallions have set a date for preseason training and announced several key signings in the lead up to 2016. First grade coach Todd Williams touched base with the players earlier this week announcing preseason training will officially begin on January 19. The players have been put on notice for next season with Williams stating all first grade spots are up for grabs and he is keen to establish a competitive atmosphere within the club. With the retirement of club stalwarts Steven Russell and Jeff Donald there will be room for some of the younger players coming through to really make their mark on the competition next year. “I want to set up a competitive feeling within the club. I know most of the boys are backing up and with Duck (Donald) and Russo (Russell) retiring there will be some younger fellas looking to step up,” Williams said. Williams expects to have no trouble filling spots and will be focusing on building and maintaining depth throughout the off season. The Stallions will also be boosted by the new signing of Timmy Knight from Eden. Williams has experience playing against Knight and worked

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Committee members junior basketballers, families and friends were at the Stadium on Thursday for the unveiling of the newly purchased junior representative uniforms. The uniforms received the thumbs up from the players as they tried them on and lined up to have photos with the people who helped make it a reality, the sponsors. Not all sponsors were able to attend due to other commitments at this time of the year. Thanks go to all sponsors for their support. The uniform consists of tops and shorts in orange with black trim and we are looking forward to the new year when we visit and host teams from other Associations. On board as a major sponsor for the shorts is Boco Rock Wind Farm who was represented by Mark Wiggins. The Cooma junior basketball also contributed to the cost of the shorts. Sponsors Under 10 girls Bruce Geach Constructions / Summit Smash Repairs -represented by Doug Arnold); Under 10 boys M&T Motors – represented by Jake Schoon / Top Notch Concrete – represented by Julie Smith; Under 12 boys Monaro Meats / Full

on Construction; Under 12 girls Monaro PostRepresented by Gail Eastaway / Shell Region Service Station & Dog WashRepresented by Ben Hayden; Under 14 boys Paul Dyball BuildersRepresented by Lisa Dyball / Burkes Plant Hire –Represented by Sue Burke; Under 14 girls Rythme Sport / Percys Newsagent Under 16 boys Brian Geach Electrical –Represented by Brian Geach / Main Street Clothing – Represented by Daniel Hopkin; Under 16 girls Cooma Trophy and Gift Shop – Represented by Debbie Searle / Schoos Studio; Under 18 boys Brian Geach Electrical –Represented by Brian Geach / Cooma Ex-Service Club “100 Club”; Under 18 girls Accredited Electrical – Represented by Tania Thornton . Sponsorship was also received from the Cooma Ex-Service Club for a set yet to be ordered. The club also received news last week of a NSW Government Grant for heating which will make a difference to games played in our long cold winters. During the break the stadium will be closed to all users as the floor will be undergoing some repairs to try and overcome the slippery conditions

Monaro vs Tuggeranong Hawks By Russ Haylock

hard to secure the ball player for next year. The 2016 Stallions roster also sees the introduction of back rower Kyle High. High joins his brother Luke and Cooma local Corey Thomas as players to watch for the Stallions in 2016. Highlighting the depth of the club, first grade will be supported by a reserve grade coached by Scott Lloyd and the Under 18s who will be led by Gobby Shingles. There is also a ladies Austag team which is testament to growth and development of The Stallions Club over recent years. The committee are expecting big things for 2016 and have been busy throughout the off season. They have several plans in the works for club fundraisers and events with more details to come.

Pictured; New signing Tim Knight with club secretary Darren Steinke and first grade coach Todd Williams.

This weekend in the U14’s Canberra competition Monaro took on Tuggeranong at Snowy Oval in a 20/20 match. Monaro won the toss and elected to bat first. Openers Will Cahill and Russ Haylock began ticking the score over straight away until Will was bowled by a ball that kept very low. Monaro then lost another quick wicket and were in trouble at 2/22. Haylock and Kiah Joyce (33*) put on 49 for the third wicket. Haylock was dismissed for 28 in the 11th over which brought Jakob Asanovski (6) to the crease. Jakob hit a great four but was dismissed soon after.

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Kiah Joyce retired after making his 30 and Lachlan McGufficke (5*) went in. He and Colby McDonald (10*) displayed great running and some good strokes as well as Tuggeranong began bowling became erratic. Monaro finished with an excellent score of 4/144. Monaro kept it tight early and struck in the third over through Colby McDonald (1-5) with Will Cahill taking an excellent slips catch. Good spells from Lachlan McGufficke (0-19), Justin McDonald (0-12), and Colin Kingston (0-19) kept the pressure heaped on Tuggeranong. Jakob Asanovski (2-12) got the breakthrough in his first over. A few overs later Luke Fitzgerald (1-

2) got the big wicket of Tuggeranong’s captain with a ripper of a ball. In the same over Justin McDonald threw down the stumps for a great run out and Tuggeranong where in allsorts at 4-30. Jakob Asanovski was back at it again the very next over with another wicket. Tuggeranong put on 34 for the sixth wicket before another great direct hit run out from Justin McDonald. Tuggeranong finished their 20 overs well behind Monaro on 6-71. Thanks to Tuggeranong for coming down and showing great sportsmanship right throughout the match. Monaro resume their season after the Christmas holidays.

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The run of excellent weather for Monaro Cricket has continued with a brilliant day setting the tone for some quality exhibitions over the weekend. Jindabyne and Dalgety met at Berridale where the batsmen were treated to a fast outfield making scoring easy. Jindabyne won the toss and batted first and wasted no time with the opening partnership putting on 68 runs, including a maiden half-century to Callan Andrews. Ed Hogan (1/28) came up with the breakthrough, dismissing Jeff Williamson for 44, bringing Lucas Rixon to the crease. Rixon built on the solid opening partnership making his way to 66 and some late hitting from Dale Cook (35) saw Jindabyne 4/217 after 45 overs. The Dalgety innings began slowly with some quick and hostile bowling from Matt Nicholson (1/24) and Nick Hind (1/22) seeing Iain Elliott (45) and Hogan have to rebuild from 2/16. The Dalgety batsmen kept their heads and batted sensibly for a 106 run third wicket partnership. Rixon proved too good with the ball, backing up his performance with the bat to finish with figures of 4/49. Dalgety finished 47 runs shy of the total with Hogan unbeaten on 87. Berridale played The Aussie and batted first on what would prove to be a tough outing for the away team. Some tight bowling from The Aussie saw Berridale all out for 127 with Andrew O’Keefe offering some resistance, knocking up a half century. Harry Sidhu and Stuart Wood were the pick of the Aussie bowlers taking 3/19 and 3/22 respectively. Faced with an achievable run total and sporting a solid batting line up, The Aussie calmy went about securing the runs and reached the target in the 33rd over for the loss of just three wickets. Mitchell Hynes scored 23 and Christ Khoury top scored with unbeaten 43, continuing his run of form and topping up his impressive batting average. Coffey’s knocked over the top of the table Peak View Jerangle at Nijong on the turf with Zach Smith putting on an absolute clinic with a superb century. The PVJ bowling attack tried hard to pressure the Coffey’s batsmen but couldn’t get much out of the

Cooma youngster Kyle Hubert with Cooma mentor Damien Asanovski at the meet and greet last week. pitch early on despite some very quick and accurate pace bowling. Coffey’s finished on 200 for the loss of just three wickets leaving PVJ with a daunting run chase and a pitch that was starting to favour the bowlers. Campbell Hillman was the pick of the PVJ batsmen, hitting his way to 62 with some very clean strokes that had the crowd diving for cover. As the pressure and the run rate mounted, he couldn’t do enough and eventually fell in to the trap of Pistol Pete Woodall to be caught behind by Smith. The match also saw the return of one of the quickest juniors of the 2000s in the form of Bing Mensinga. Mensinga wasted no time finding his rhythm and crashed through the top order, on one occasion sending the stumps tumbling like the old days. Continued pressure from the bowling attack saw PVJ crumble for 126 but they will be looking forward to returning to form next week as one of the prime contenders for the premiership. This weekend also saw the introduction of white lines painted on the pitch to indicate when a wide ball should be called. The MDCA were fortunate enough to secure the services of umpire Dr Bill Crozier who said the initiative was a great success and complimented the cricketers on their playing ability.

The CCFC Southern Cats held a meet and greet at Snowy Oval last Tuesday with club president Adam Asanovski, new coach Ross Henningsen and current and prospective players. The Cats have also announced the singing of their new assistant coach, Tim Gray. Gray has an illustrious playing career, having competed in the Victorian Football League. Gray will join the 2016 coaching line up with senior coach Henningsen and Cooma mentor Damien Asanovski. The club is also excited to announce a cardboard yacht race at Pine Island in Tuggeranong on January 16.

The race will involve teams of four making their own cardboard yacht and attending a barbeque, topped off with the big race. Awards will be given for costume, design and overall winners, and the profits from the event will be going back in to the cub. “It will be a typical Aussie barbeque and a bit of fun before we kick off in to the preseason which should be shortly after that,” Henningsen said. Things are starting to heat up for the cats and another meet and greet is planned for the new year before the boys start undertaking preseason training.

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Bowls action in New heating for Cooma basketball stadium Adaminaby Judging by the results of Wednesday’s bowls there wasn’t much Christmas spirit on display. Six was the smallest winning margin. Peter Harris played swinging lead for Mary Phillips and Ron Wainwright and for Judy Locker and Renate Winckel with Peter, Mary and Ron getting away to a flying start to lead 13/5 on 11. Although Peter, Judy and Renate won more ends from that point, the winning score for Peter, Mary and Ron was 21/12. Sometimes everything just clicks into place and this was the case for Alby Marshall and Geoff Venables in their match with Mick Mayhew and Bob Lahy. Alby and Geoff won 34/15. For Max Povey, Bob Douglass and Kevin Jackson it was a similar scenario against Rusell Fox, Max Butler and Denis Steinfort with the latter trio only allowed to win six ends in their 11/32 loss. Allan Crowe, Mike Mannile and Cheryl Meillon were sailing along nicely against Keith Goodwin, Mario Frezza and Roulie Steinfort until the latter hit the front 8/7 with four shots on end 10 and managed to stay there to win 18/12, the smallest win for the day. Today will be the Christmas Party day with bowls, food and a bit of Christmas cheer. The Bill Elder Shield will also be presented that Day. Remember, names in by midday for a 1pm start. There will be bowls on Wednesday December 23. Saturday 19 will be the Club’s Christmas Party day with a barbecue lunch at 12pm followed by fun bowls, lots of prizes and food after bowls. Get your name on the sheet by December 17 or phone 6452 1229 by that date. Cost $25 for a great day. With the Major Pairs coming to an end for this year (the final is scheduled for December 19) the next event is the major singles and entries for this close on January 14, 2016 with play scheduled to start at 1pm on Saturday February 6. The entry sheet is at the notice board for you to add your name for what is the prestigious event in the bowling calender. With only two names in for Saturday and the same number for Sunday there was no social bowls at Cooma last weekend, however there was lots of action at Adaminaby with the playing of the 30th Adaminaby Trout Triples. In all 84 players from 15 clubs took part, all seeking a share of the $4000 prize money on offer. Steve Seears with a couple of cobbers from Moruya, P Douglas and D Carter, took out first place followed by H De Gasso, D Thompson and E Love from Central Coast, third W Lodge, M Storta and R Russell from Cooma, P Woods, P Turner and B Butz (sorry missed their club) and finally M Brown, D Kugler and D Pastro from Jindabyne. The day was judged a great success and no doubt most will be returning next year for the 31st Adaminaby Trout Triples.

Cooma Ladies Golf The Medal of Medals Play-off resulted in some good scores being recorded. It was a perfect day for golf. The winner was Gaye Wilson with 73 net. Lorraine McGregor won a ball with 76 net. Both players felt they struck the ball consistently well. Last Wednesday’s nine-hole medley attracted an enthusiastic group. It seems that back nine threw up a few too many challenges for some of the players. Denise Ashcroft was the winner with 15 points. Balls were won by Pat Davis, 14 points, Val Leitch, 13 points, and Robyn Fletcher (Coolamatong) 12 points. On Saturday a smaller group contested the ninehole medley Stableford, also the back nine. The winner was Gaye Wilson, 18 points, and the ball winner was Marilynne Weston, 14 points. Val Leitch steered her team to a pleasing win in last Sunday’s Nell Horsfall Memorial Trophy Irish 4 Ball/Presentation Day event. She was delighted with her nine three-pointers, not to mention the two-pointers, which contributed hugely to the team’s overall result of 93 points. Congratulations to Val Leitch, Gaye Wilson, Gary Batten and Tony Monday!

Basketball enthusiasts in Cooma will be able to enjoy the use of their facility comfortably throughout winter thanks to a heating upgrade from the NSW Government. The Member for Monaro John Barilaro last week presented Cooma Basketball Association with a $7,217 cheque courtesy of the Community Building Partnership Program. Mr Barilaro said the money will be used to install six heaters in the stadium. “We all know how cold this region gets in winter; this funding will go a long way to ensure that more people can enjoy the facility throughout the cooler months and remain active,” said Mr Barilaro. “The grant will help to enhance these local facilities making sure they are up to scratch to continue the fantastic work the association does in developing leadership, sporting excellence and community participation.” Mr Barilaro said the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program offers grant funding for infrastructure based projects that meet a need in the local community. President of the Cooma Basketball Association Brian Geach with John “This Program supports the building, refurbishment or Barilaro, Dean Lynch, Ross Lawley and some MHS players. enhancement of community infrastructure facilities that deliver positive social, recreational and environmental community projects throughout the Monaro since its inception,” outcomes for the community; it has funded hundreds of said Mr Barilaro.

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Bombala’s Ky Rodwell has taken an exciting step in what looks to be a very promising Rugby League career, being offered a two-year senior contract with South Sydney. Given he is only 16-years-old, the senior contract came as something of a surprise, and will initially see Ky competing in the Under 18s NSW Rugby League SG Ball Cup for the Rabbitohs. While a contract at this level was unexpected, Ky has certainly earned his place with South Sydney through hard work and dedication. It all started when he played in the Group 16 Under 15s team in August 2014 against an Under 15s South Sydney Junior Rep team at Cooma. After the game the coach, Jason Peterson, and operation manager of South Sydney, Tony Henderson approached Ky and asked if he would be interested in joining the Under 16 Harold Matthews South Sydney Junior Summer Squad. Ky jumped at the chance and started training from October 2014 until February 2015, passing three trials to remain in the talented squad, which was cut from 35 players to just 20 for the season. The training schedule included three hours three days a week, plus additional hours over the weekend, with fitness, gym sessions, skills and game plays all being covered, as well as recovery stretching and swimming. Obviously Ky needed to relocate to Sydney to meet the training requirements, and made the move to Little Bay near Maroubra and Coogee last year. A big step for a 15-year-old and his supportive family, who remain in Bombala. Fortunately Ky is able to live with the team’s assistant coach and his family, with the Hirotis having moved from New Zealand because their boys, Haimona and Marwene play for South Sydney as well. There are currently 11 in the house, including Ky. He now attends Matraville Sports High, where he is able to study Rugby League among his other subjects. While footy

Rabbitohs is his passion, passion however, ho e er he is sensibly sensibl looking at his future f t re outside of the game, starting a plumbing apprenticeship through school as he completes Year 11 and 12 next year. But back to the football! Among the highlights of Ky’s 20142015 season was being named Man of the Match against Paramatta in one Harold Matthews Cup game, as well as being named three times in the ‘Team of the Week’ (made up of the best players for their positions), and making the Finals. Ky also managed to fit in playing for East Sydney in the Open School Rep side, and beyond this had a Grand Final win with his club team, Mascot Under 17s, where he was one year younger than all of the other players in the side. He’s now fully immersed in training and playing for the

Summer S mmer Squad Sq ad for South So th Sydney’s S dne ’s SG team, team where here he is coached by former NRL player, Matt King. The exciting new senior contract will give Ky greater security, including top medical care, mentoring and high performance training opportunities, and he points out that this next step would not have been possible without Rush Sports, who act as his agent. He is a young man of few words, but Ky said he is “enjoying the adventure” and is grateful for such a great opportunity with the Rabbitohs. Pictured: Ky Rodwell playing in the Harold Matthews Cup for the Souths Juniors this season.

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