Monaro Post March 23, 2011

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anniversary Pictured, Cooma-Monaro Shire deputy mayor, Martin Hughes; Monaro High principal, Adrian Bell; Police Inspector, Peter Rooney; Monaro High school captains, Richard Hayward and Zoe Lynch; Cooma Fire Brigade captain, Chris Reeks; Cooma-Monaro Shire mayor, Dean Lynch; and president of the Lions Club, John Neilson; at the laying of the 80th Anniversary wreath at the Southern Cloud Memorial in Cooma on Monday. See story page 2.

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The Directors of Boyce Chartered Accountants are delighted to announce the appointment of Robyn Clubb as the firm’s independent Chairman.

Boyce is one of Australia’s largest professional services firms and was ranked as the top regional accounting firm in the BRW Survey of Accounting Firms (2010).

The appointment could be said to be a “full-circle” for Ms Clubb as she was employed by Boyce at the very beginning of her career whilst studying economics and accounting at the Australian National University in Canberra.

After graduating, Ms Clubb worked for three years with Arthur Andersen before pursuing a successful career in merchant banking and finance. She h e l d various senior executive roles with Hambros Australia, Prudential Group, Citibank Australia Limited and AMP Group, both in Australia and overseas in the UK, China and New Zealand.

Since 2003, Ms Clubb has devoted her energies to serving as a director on a number of boards. She is currently a director of Landcom, the Rice Marketing Board of NSW, Beef CRC, and the Royal

Agricultural Society of NSW; a trustee of the Farrer Memorial Trust and, is a recent former director of Rural Bank Limited.

Ms Clubb is a Chartered Accountant, a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australia and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Apart from her corporate roles, Ms Clubb owns and manages a thriving stone-fruit orchard in the Araluen Valley where she has 22,000 trees and grows fruit for the Sydney, Queensland and export markets.

Boyce Managing Director, Bernard Kennedy, said that it was extremely gratifying to be able to attract someone of the calibre of Ms Clubb to the role.

“Robyn has had a very impressive career in senior positions both at the executive and non-executive level and will bring a high degree of expertise and capability to our firm.

“It is also pleasing in a month when International Women’s Day was celebrated and affirmative action has been in the news, that the best person for the job happens to be a woman,” said Mr Kennedy.

The role of independent chairman is an important part of the firm’s governance with responsibility to advance the interests and cohesiveness of the leadership group and provide independent advice, counsel, and guidance for Directors and staff.

Ms Clubb said she was attracted to the role as it is somewhat different to the other directorship positions she holds.

“Boyce is a highly respected and innovative accounting firm; I look forward to working closely with the Directors to assist them to grow and develop the business in line with their strategic plan.”

Ms Clubb will take up the position in early April 2011 and one of her first duties will be to visit the five Boyce offices in Wagga Wagga, Cooma, Goulburn, Dubbo and Moree. She is looking forward to meeting the Boyce team and in particular to revisiting the Cooma office where her professional career began.

80th anniversary of air disaster At 8:10am on March 21 1931, aircraft Avro 618 Ten “Southern Cloud” departed Sydney for Melbourne.

On board the aircraft were 6 passengers and 2 crewmembers, including pilot, Travis “Shorty” Shortridge.

Unfortunately, the “Southern Cloud” did not reach its destination and crashed, only to be discovered by accident 27 years later on October 26 1958 by Snowy Mountains Scheme employee, Tom Sonter.

Being Australia’s first major airline disaster, the aircraft is thought to have crashed due to hazardous weather conditions, which were supposedly worse than predicted and beyond the pilot’s control.

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Last Monday March 21 commemorated the 80th Anniversary of the crash where Mayor Dean Lynch and other dignitaries gathered at the memorial on the corner of Sharp and Boundary Streets to lay a wreath and recall the story of the tragic accident.

Mayor Lynch and Lions Club President, John Nielson, gave a few words, followed by Monaro High School captains, Richard Hayward and Zoe Lynch, who laid a wreath alongside the monument.

The party then moved on to the cemetery where they laid another wreath at the gravestone and stopped for a minute silence to remember the people who lost their lives in the crash.

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Yallambee Lodge receives a three-year accreditation Cooma-Monaro Shire Council has received advice that the application for the Accreditation of Yallambee Lodge was successful, and that the period of Accreditation is from May 6, 2011 to May 6, 2014.

The Aged Care Standards and Accreditation Agency Ltd, who conducted the review, is appointed by the Department of Health and Ageing as the accreditation body under the Aged Care Act 1997.

As part of the process the Agency conducted a site audit, which included assessment against 44 expected outcomes. Yallambee Lodge was assessed as being in compliance with all 44 expected outcomes.

This three-year Accreditation period now replaces the current two year Accreditation.

Councillor Tony Kaltoum, Chair of the Yallambee Lodge Management Committee acknowledges the hard work by staff in achieving the three year Accreditation.

“Cooma-Monaro Shire Council through the General Manager, John Vucic, has worked in partnership with the Yallambee Lodge Management Committee to achieve an excellent

result. My personal thanks to the staff and Management Committee for their assistance.” said Councillor Tony Kaltoum.

The Yallambee Lodge Management Committee is an advisory committee of the CoomaMonaro Shire Council and is made up of Council Staff, including the Lodge Manager Donna Saddler, and also representatives of the community.

A copy of the decision from the Agency, along with the statement of reasons, site audit report, information sheet and a plan for continuous improvement is available from the following locations: Cooma-Monaro Shire Council website www.cooma.nsw.com.au Cooma-Monaro Shire Council Administration Office – 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma Cooma Library – 61 Vale Street, Cooma Yallambee Lodge Administration Office – 1 Binalong Street, Cooma

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Cyclists ride for sick kids Cyclists of the Great Southern Ride for Sick Kids stayed overnight in Cooma last Tuesday March 15 while on their way from Orange to Batemans Bay. The ride started on Saturday March 12 and finished on Thursday March 17, covering 900km in just six days.

The cyclists passed through many places including Young, Wagga, Talbingo, Cooma and Canberra. This is the first ride in Southern New South Wales.

The cyclists held various functions such as silent auctions, where they auctioned off prizes donated by businesses in the towns visited, with the aim being $200000.

All money raised from the ride goes to Ronald McDonald House where the funds will be split into four and divided between the Orange and Canberra houses, which are yet to be built, and to the already existing houses in Wagga and Batemans Bay. As well as all the money raised by the cyclists, McDonalds will also donate 50c from every large frozen coke sold in their stores and all money made from the sale of the travellers mugs to Ronald McDonald House. Ronald McDonald House concurrently holds various fundraisers at their houses to further contribute

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Further updates will be provided once a detailed inspection has taken place but any works will impose significant restrictions upon traffic using Abingdon Park Road and this will remain in place for some period of time.

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The cyclists rode many kilometres in all sorts of conditions including climbing the Talbingo Mountain (2.6km) last Tuesday. They come from all sorts of backgrounds with some working in council, as uni lecturers and even radio personalities.

The group visited various schools on their ride including Gundagai Primary and Canberra Grammar Primary where they held bike safety and maintenance talks as well as colouring-in activities with a boy and a girl winner from each school receiving a bike donated by Kidsons Cycles.

McDonalds Licensees in each town, including Cooma owners Alicia and Mark Edmed, provided free food for the cyclists as well as organised discounted, and in some cases, free accommodation for the riders whilst on their route.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011 On November 11 2010, the Bungarby community held a well attended Remembrance Day ceremony followed by a Healthy Farmers function and barbecue.

Over the past months members of the Bungarby Memorial Hall Preservation Committee, volunteers and builder undertook initial work on the Bungarby Memorial Hall as recommended by Mr Pip Giovanelli, Heritage Consultant. Work involves installation of replacement defective supporting structural stumps (piers), partially leveling the building, fitting new fascia boards and guttering around the building.

The work, which is ongoing, has been made possible through grants funded by NSW Premier and Cabinet, War Memorial Funding, and is due to be completed within the near future.

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Rembrance day at Bungraby Hall in November 2010.

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The committee wishes to thank everyone who has supported and assisted with the Halls Restoration to date.

Please contact Christine Cassilles, President on 0427265759 or Jeanette Cassilles, Treasurer (02) 6453 6238, if you would like to assist with the restoration project.

The Annual General Meeting of the Bungarby Memorial Hall Preservation Committee will be held at 10am on April 16, in conjunction with Heritage Week, at the Bungarby Rural Services Fire Shed. All are cordially invited to a barbecue at the conclusion of the meeting.

Everyone interested is welcome to attend this meeting. New committee membership is encouraged.

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Local museums in assessment program Museums and Galleries NSW in partnership with the South East Arts Region (SEAR) have invited two Monaro museums to undertake a yearlong program to assess their standards and address their museum’s development.

The challenge includes self review and specific activities designed to assess their practices and policies against minimum national standards.

The Corrective Services NSW Museum, located in Cooma and Thredbo Ski Museum are the two museums on the Monaro to be involved in the project. There are a total of 10 museums involved in the south east region.

Corrective Services NSW Museum curator, Les Strzelecki, said “by being part of this program we can meet other like minded people from all around NSW, exchange ideas and understand what each other is talking about. The museum is one of the major attractions in Cooma, it is a very sought after attraction, especially for coach groups.”

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throughout the year by a team of museum mentors who conduct several on-site visits over the course of the program as well as attending networking and skills development events run by Museums and Galleries NSW. “At the end of this 12 months we will have a better understanding, more contacts and be able to offer the public accurate exposure to contempory issues and what is currently happening in corrections.”

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The Corrective Services NSW Museum not only relates to Cooma gaol but all gaols in NSW and the history of corrections in NSW. They house all of the states collection in the repository in Cooma because of the ideal temperatures for storing items. Various items are on loan to Berrima Gaol, Parramatta Historical Society, The NSW Corrective Services Academy and Trial Bay, Maitland and Dubbo Gaols with talks occurring with the newly opened Nowra gaol.

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School celebrates Harmony Day The Cooma Muliticultural Activity Group recently went to Cooma Public School to promote Harmony Day and to speak to the children about the different countries they have come from.

After morning tea the ladies were invited into different classes to participate in various activities with the children.

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A break and enter occurred at the Cooma netball courts between 4pm on March 19 and 4pm, March 20. A number of food items were taken and police are continuing with their investigations.

The owner of a horse who had had it located at the showground reported the horse stolen. It is believed to have disappeared some time between 6pm on Friday March 18 and 7am Saturday March 19. The horse had been at the showground since March 12.

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A 35-year-old Cooma male was involved in a single vehicle accident on the Snowy Mountains Highway near Wambrook on Saturday at 8am. A kangaroo jumped out in front of him and he swerved to miss it and ran off the road, he was uninjured.

‘Operation avert 7’ was conducted from Friday to Sunday, focusing on people with outstanding warrants and bail compliance checks. A 21-year-old Cooma female was arrested on a previous assault charge at 10am on Friday.

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residence. Inside the plants were being sustained by filtered water in a hydroponic setting with lighting and a cooling system. He was convicted and fined $2500 plus court costs of $158 and given a section 9 good behaviour bond for 3 years.

Stephen James Ball, 28 from Jindabyne was convicted and fined of common assault. He was issued with a section 9 good behaviour bond for 18 months and ordered to pay court costs of $79.

36-year-old Justin Craig Koerber of Cooma was charged with threatening to kill and/or seriously harm a person, common assault and demand property with menaces with intent to steal.

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Cooma man, Ian Andrew Douglas, was charged with possession of a prohibited drug and cultivate prohibited plants. The 41 year old from Myack Street, Berridale had a total of 28 cannabis plants valued at $140,000 and loose cannabis valued at $6000, when police searched his home. The plants were in a concealed room, which was detached from the main

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Jodee Ann Watson, 38 from Cooma was convicted of shop lifting from Silly Willies. She attempted to steal numerous items but was noticed by shop staff.

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Cooma-Monaro Shire Council briefs expenses in running the service would be vital to its success.

Rural Fire Service proposals for new sheds A report was submitted to the Council by Mr Steve Donkers relating to land matters concerning the proposed construction of new fire sheds at Anembo, Tinderry and Numeralla. Mr Donkers, who represents the Numeralla/Countegany Brigade, discussed the proposal to erect a fire shed at Numeralla. The Brigade has already identified a number of suitable sites but as they were rejected by the Monaro Team it has been requested that Council consider transferring land to enable the proposal to progress.

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Raised School Crossing on Murray Street Council is giving consideration to a report for funding arrangements to be made to support a raised crossing to improve the road safety for St Patrick’s School at the Murray Street crossing.

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This new service was initially discussed in January of 2011 in recognition of the growing demand for a commuter service. There was a similar service planned in the past but it did not come to fruition.

While CountryLink, Cooma Coaches and Snowliner currently run services between Cooma and the ACT, the timetable is not suitable for people wanting to travel between Cooma and the ACT for work and Deane’s Coaches are hoping to introduce services that would allow people to have better access to Canberra via a timetable that was better suited to working hours.

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Oz Political Ponderings Editor, Last year, towards the end I became very confused – so what’s new? At one stage I could not work out whether I was watching “Fawlty Towers” or question time in parliament so I have given the political situation deep thought.

Initially, snatches of the musical “Lil’ Abner” came to mind with refrains such as “So long as no one knows where no-one stands, the country’s in the very best of hands”. Also, a former prime minister seems to fit the mould of Jubilation. T. Cornpone admirably.

In the federal sphere there are two main groupings.

On one side you have the Left Wingers (LWs), the Loony Left Wingers (LLWs) and the Aphis or Greens. These form a coalition called the Lurching Left Party (LLP).

On the other side we have the Top of the Towners (TOTs), the Middle of Towners (MOTs) and the Gnats. These form a coalition called the Too Right Party (TRP). Only one group has a clear agenda and that is the Aphis.

They plan to close down Australia and form a Democratic Peoples Republic (DPRA) along similar lines to some Asian and African countries. Heterosexual marriage will be banned and all public entertainment and festivities will take the form of Mardi Gras.

I think that there may be strife down the track when they come to choose a new Dear Leader.

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nothing and nobody and merely make up crowd scenes for the TRP. They work on the well-established public service principle – Do nothing and you can’t be criticised.

In the midst we have the KBW triumvirate, Katter Brain, Bullschott and Windsock (Sounds like a firm of lawyers).

These are all disillusioned Gnats, so have a large following in rural and regional areas. Although he wears a large hat in public, there is a strong suggestion that K spends too long in the tropical sun without a hat. B Initially gave new impetus and emphasis to the term Motor Mouth but has since gone into hiding with Salmon Rushdie because his constituents have declared a Fatwa against him.

Windsock flutters about in the breeze looking confused.

They all support the NBN, which will enable us to drown in information while seeking knowledge much more quickly.

Windsock likens it to a new railway system but trucks travelling in both directions every night along the Hume Highway between Sydney and Melbourne. I suppose it satisfies a cost benefit analysis in which the currency is votes, although it will cost 40 times as much as the Snowy Mountains Scheme.

Where will it all end? Unlike the old bloke referring to plunging necklines and rising hemlines, I don’t necessarily want to be there when it happens.

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My how time flies – Monday marked the 80th anniversary of the loss of the Southern Cloud over the Snowy Mounatins.

The brief ceremony at the Southern Cloud Memorial in Sharp Street was reminder of how long that memorial has been part of our tourist trail – almost since the discovery of the wreck in 1958.

It was one of the Cooma Lions’s Clubs earliest projects and transformed that part of the Cooma Back Creek forever. The new recorded story gives all the details (and unlike the original one, doesn’t get ‘stuck’ at night giving nearby residents a repetitive earful).

Get out and vote – and while you’re at it enjoy a coffee and cake at lambie Street Preschool.

Funds raised will benefit the preschool.

Moon watchers were disappointed on Saturday when viewing options for the moon – at its closest to the earth for yonks and yonks – were obscured by cloud. Unless one has a Tardis, that’s the only chance we’ll get. What a shame.

Is anyone else having trouble getting out of bed in the morning these days? It’s not so much the advancing years that wrecks the morning routine – it’s the lack of daylight.

But, in a couple of weeks daylight savings will be over and for a week or so, we morning people can enjoy some normality. Daylight savings - baa, humbug! Time for a referendum.

Don’t forget to vote, folks. Enjoy your democratic right to decide our leaders.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

Whan angers dialysis group

Uni news is good news

Editor,

The report published in Tuesday’s Express that the University of Canberra has made it to the short list for the funding of a Cooma Campus is encouraging news, as is the need for a further detailed submission which is now in the course of preparation.

Cooma has suitable low cost facilities and land available and a Council ready to give support under the leadership of an enthusiastic Mayor, Dean Lynch.

It is also State Election time, which is always a time for promises, how wonderful it would be to

I am writing to you regarding the news item in the Cooma-Monaro Express on Thursday March 10 “$1m promised for Cooma dialysis service” which was on page 5.

We on the Cooma-Monaro Regional Renal Dialysis Group are very excited about this announcement and we have appreciated the continued support we have been receiving from the Coalition and especially to John Barilaro.

The number of dialysis patients requiring the stallite unit are six at this time with another three awaiting dialysis and we will be able to treat tourists and holiday makers to the area who require dialysis treatment, instead of them all having to travel to Canberra for their treatment three times a week.

We were disappointed that in the article, Member for Monaro, Steve Whan, had his negative comment about it all.

Mr Whan has done nothing for the dialysis patients – ony a vehicle to transport patients to and from Canberra, Mr Whan has fought the dialysis group for four and a half years now – stating that the dialysis was not

Editor,

necessary.

In today’s Cooma-Monaro Express (March 17) page 3, “Hospital Emergency the priority – Whan” – in paragraph one he states “that there are greater funding priorities than a satellite dialysis service at Cooma Hospital, in particular the emergency department at the hospital needs to be upgraded” he said.

Why then, Steve Whan, why haven’t you done anything about fixing the emergency department at the Cooma Hospital, why?

You have had eight years or 16 years (Labor Government) to fix this problem, why go whingeing about it now?

The NSW State Labor Party has fallen down badly everywhere on the State health system. Keneally only thinks NSW is: Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and she and her ministers do not care too much about the country people regarding health, schools or infrastructure.

All we want is a better quality of life and comfort for all dialysis patients everywhere on the Monaro.

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Charity Ride passes through Cooma The 2011 “Chain Reaction – Ultimate Corporate Bike Challenge” passed through Cooma last Monday March 14 on their Sydney to Melbourne charity ride. The group’s aim is to raise money for sick children by challenging senior executives, who have a passion for cycling and awareness of childhood illnesses.

Riders must use their position in the business community and their personal networks to raise a minimum of $5000 in sponsorship. Some individuals have already raised more than $40 000 this year.

“Chain Reaction” was founded by Berrick Wilson who works for Korda Mentha, after his daughter Milla suffered from a brain haemorrhage two days after her birth.

Berrick and his wife Caroline spent many weeks at the Newborn Intensive Care Unit at the Monash Medical Centre and both witnessed and benefited from the quality care and attention from all the medical staff up until Milla’s full recovery.

The experience influenced Berrick to form an organisation that could benefit other people who have had are who are experiencing similar adversity.

Since 2007, “Chain Reaction” has held 6-7 day rides every year, totalling over $3.7million in fundraising and sponsorship with participation numbers increasing year after year.

Each year, two major charity partners are selected to be the recipients of the majority of funds raised, with this year’s funds going to the Starlight Children’s Foundation and the Monash Children’s Hospital Melbourne.

The group consists of 6 teams made up of 7 riders. They will proceed through to Adaminaby then down to Corryong tomorrow.

The riders will reach Melbourne Town Hall on Friday where they will be greeted by the Mayor, Robert Doyle.

So far, “Chain Reaction” has raised over $900 000 with their aim now projected to $1million.

Wind farm forum postponed Due to recent announcements from our Member for EdenMonaro, Mike Kelly, and discussions with the developer with regards to the “Boco Rock” Wind Farm, Nimmitabel Advancement Group has postponed the NAG “Boco Rock Wind Farm” Open Forum which was to be held on the April 11 at the Pioneers Hall in Nimmitabel.

Head of Development for Wind Prospect CWP, Ed Mounsey, has suggested that the Federal Government’s proposed carbon

tax is having an effect on investment decisions and whilst their commitment to the project is ongoing, the current policy mix for the renewable industry is not providing certainty for investors. Following on from our discussions with the various stakeholders, NAG is still intending to host the Open Forum, but at a more suitable date in the future.

David Wicks, President NAG.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

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Voter unhappy with member Another Curley One Editor, My experience with our local MP Mr Whan has been this: · In early 2005 I wrote a letter to him to do something about the poor maintenance at Monaro High School, students having to share text books in some classes and students being issued with 21 year old mathematics text books which were water stained, missing pages and falling apart. I asked him to resolve the funding of Monaro High so the principal could properly manage the school.

Mr Whan’s response was a letter full of statistics and excuses blaming the then Liberal Federal Government for providing inadequate funds to education. When my daughter left Monaro High in late 2006 it was apparent nothing had been done

by Mr Whan to resolve the situation at Monaro High. · I understand Mr Whan turned his back when Snowy Hydro management indicated to ensure Snowy Hydro’s viability in the electricity market Snowy Hydro needed to be able to bid for the

electricity assets recently on offer. · Recently Mr Whan left a message on my answering machine with an offer to help me.

Several weeks ago I followed this offer up with a request for him to help me with a personal situation caused by poorly designed legislation and government departments showing no interest. It seems Mr Whan’s promise was just a vain attempt to get my vote and he is too busy trying to keep his seat as I have not heard back from him since.

Basically, Mr Whan you have done nothing to help me or my employer Snowy Hydro so why should I give you my vote?

Then again I look at what is on offer and the history of broken promises by politicians and I can not see anyone deserving my vote, so I will join those who’s vote shows their dissatisfaction with what is being offered.

David Sheen Cooma NSW 2630

How long does it take?

Editor,

Perhaps our local member feels that his return to office is so secure that he can afford to ignore Question: How long does it take to receive an constituent’s legitimate inquiries. answer to written correspondence from the office of the Hon Steve Whan?

Ross McKinney Answer: Almost four months and counting!

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As I see it As the State election drawers closer, voters have a real choice to make.

With five candidates standing for the seat of Monaro, there is a clear choice - more of the same, or a fresh start.

Voters have to choose – a member who is a member of the government in power or a member whose party is in opposition.

As of Monday, Centrebet had the Seat of Monaro being won

by Nationals candidate John Barilaro.

Incumbent Member, Steve Whan, talked last week of being a member of a strong Opposition – of still being able to represent the people of Monaro even if, as the pundits

predict, Labor is annihilated at the polls.

But could the 2011 NSW elections be a repeat of the 2007 Federal election, when popular incumbent Gary Nairn lost, albeit narrowly, to Labor’s Mike Kelly as consequence of national dissatisfaction of Prime Minister John Howard.

There is no doubt the Labor State Government has been on the nose with voters for some years.

Longserving premier, Bob Carr, jumped ship when it seemed Labor could not win the 2007 election.

The Coalition lost that seemingly unlosable election, but things have grown steadily

worse for Labor since that time.

A succession of scandals and resignations without the Labor heirachy has seen the NSW Ship of State develop some serious mechanical and navigational problems.

Despite some good work done by Steve Whan in the last four years, his government has let him down. His government has let the state down as well.

Election promises of funding and improvements are ringing hollow with the rural residents of Monaro.

On Saturday, voters have a choice.

Think before you vote – our state needs a strong, believable

government, one which will lead the national, not be the laughing stock of the nation.

Barry’s Big Day

the lot, The whole kit and kaboodle is full of dry-rot!

Kristina Keneally should soon learn her fate, The premier’s job she’ll have to vacate.

While Barry O’Farrell and his motley crew March right on in to take over the zoo.

Still we really do need to keep some perspective, No matter how much we think it’s defective.

At least in this country we accept the outcome, Even though some will be feeling quite glum.

The dollars and promises come thick and come fast But it’s very unlikely that many will last.

More likely by far that nothing will change, Anything different would be very strange.

Curley

FEELS BEAUTIFUL!

Sydney is where they see their destiny bright What’s left for the bush will only be slight.

A little bit here and a little bit there, With those in the city we hardly compare.

There’s money for parties and another cocktail, While most of the state is put up for sale.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

NASHOS War Memorial Tour

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Led by President, Noel Barrett, members and friends of the Cooma-Monaro Sub-branch of the National Servicemen’s Association recently enjoyed a trip to the Australia War Memorial in Canberra.

The group inspected the new National Servicemen’s Memorial

before being conducted on an informative tour of the War Memorial.

After lunch at the Landing Place CafĂŠ, the group further toured the memorial exhibits, including the recently refurbished Hall of Valour and rejoined the bus for the journey home.

Top: The group in front of the NASHOS Memorial.

Right: The group in the Hall of Memory.

Sir William Hudson Nursing Home Fete Sir William Hudson Nursing Home will once again be holding their annual fete this Sunday March 27, opening at 10am.

There will be all sorts of great stalls including produce and plants, a cakes stall, white elephant, books and crafts, as well as auctions of wines and other goods and services, kicking off at 11:30am.

At 12pm, one of Bruce Bashford’s working dog

puppies will also be auctioned.

There will be morning tea and a lunch barbecue available supplied by the Lions Club.

All proceeds from the day will go to the Sir William Hudson Nursing Home to assist them in expanding their high care space to create a more spacious and comfortable area for residents.

“Such a lovely night out – funny and happy and light!� “The show blew me away – I score it 25 out of 10!� “The director assembled a perfect cast!�

These were just a few of the rave reviews of the opening weekend of Cooma Little Theatre’s production of “Harvey�, which opened last Friday, March 18.

With over one hundred people already having seen the show, “Harvey� proved to be a success from the moment the curtains swished open right up until the blackout. “We had two great, receptive audiences on both nights!� director Caroline Fox said.

The costumes were outstanding, complementing the authentic 1950s set, designed by professional set designer from London, Martin Thomas. One audience member commented that “The set is fantastic, and it was great to be able to see the set-change and appreciate how tricky it is�.

Audience members came from afar including

many from Canberra and one particular couple who came all the way from Sydney, especially for the show!

Tim Cooke grasped the role of Elwood with skill and awe, demonstrating the full potential of the actor, while Nell Pernitsch as his “extremely nervous� and “hysterical� sister, brought a combination of comedy and drama to the stage.

The rest of the ensemble all contributed their own subtleties and nuances which enhanced and made the play what it truly amounted to.

Another audient added that “the acting was brilliant - a great, naturalistic performance!�

The play delves into the imagination of the spectator, raising many questionable ideals, creating a permutation of both light-hearted and poignant moments, including the biggest question of them all – is Elwood perhaps the sanest one of them all?

There are only five more shows to go with tickets available from Cooma Visitors Centre don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to see one of Cooma Little Theatre’s best shows yet!

Kingsley Warburton CLT’s “Harvey� - loved by one and all!

Make no mistake an Independent Candidate is your only hope of True Representation of the Electorate of Monaro on the floor of State Parliament. Please give your number one vote to Kingsley and follow your personal preference down the line of Candidates.

Kingsley Warburton has lived in this Electorate for 26 years and has served on Council for eight years. He loves and understands the Monaro and cannot understand why it is left out of most decisions of State Parliament. Political Party infighting and fighting each other has proved beyond reasonable doubt, that they have become democratic vandals of our democratic system; working against each other and not for us seems to be the order of the day. The larger parties come bearing gifts for the future but this is already your money. Your money in income tax- your money as goods and services tax- your money as fuel excise – your money as road tax in vehicle registration – your money as stamp duty and fire levy’s and insurance and other stamp duty. Land taxes and property rates and charges of all descriptions. Surely we deserve a larger slice of the cake than we have been receiving since I can remember.

I support jobs of all description and know that the individual is the best placed to make their decision. We need a new review of our forest industries so it can grow‌.. Into the future and attract good investment. Our national parks need a re-think, so we do not breed a feral animal population or another wild fire that almost took out Canberra.

I want Council Rate pegging, and I want more money from our already substantial contributions to Government. Weeds happen in a community and should not be the total responsibility of landholders. Please make the most of your vote.

Kindest Regards Kingsley Warburton.

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Candidates profiles Deanne Graf- Christian Democrats

After 10 years of teaching English, I’m now a stay at home mum who has run drama classes in Bombala, teaches Scripture in Cooma and been involved in afternoon kids’ clubs in Nimmitabel and Bombala.

This has helped me to develop a wide network and to understand the community feeling in the area.

As a mum and a Christian, I’m concerned about the legacy we are leaving our children. To protect this, I’m standing for our traditional Australian identity based on the Christian principles of Australia’s founders.

These values have stood through generations and must be guarded carefully or will be lost forever.

I am pro-family, pro-life and pro-child and will fight for the rights of the family to oversee their children’s education.

This includes the choice between public, private or home schooling. The nuclear family is essential to the survival of our human species and if children are not given a safe, wholesome environment to grow up in, what chance does the next generation have?

We are the custodians of the future and it’s time we spoke up!

Another issue that I believe needs immediate attention is the welfare of our farming industry. It’s vitally important that government should not burden our farmers.

Farming is the lifeblood of our nation and I will, if elected, fight to support this industry. Research must be carried out to find cost-effective ways to keep the farmer on the land and lighten the load so that they can go on with the important task of producing for the nation. Farmers should be reaping the rewards of their hard work.

While we need to protect our environment and

Paul Cockram - The Greens

I live at Mongarlowe near Braidwood with my partner Alison and our two boys. After having lived in the Northern Territory for nearly a decade, we moved to the area six years ago and built a house on a rural residential block.

In 2007 I started writing an article each week for the local paper the Braidwood Times on environmental issues. The stories must have struck a chord with quite a few people because in 2008 I was elected to Palerang Council.

Apart from my Council duties I am still working as a desktop publisher/video maker, although I have taken on less work lately in order to be able to devote my time to campaigning.

After discussions with fellow Palerang Councillor and Eden-Monaro Greens candidate for the recent federal election, Catherine Moore, I realised that my views on environmental and social issues were similar to those of The Greens. I joined The Greens as a member of the Braidwood Group.

Kingsley Warburton - Independent

natural heritage, it’s not proven that heavy taxation burdens on the farmers, industry and families will benefit the environment. There needs to be more forums involving community members to offer solutions to improving economic conditions in the area as the community has much to offer to the debate. It’s time to revitalise our rural industries to protect Australia’s long-term future.

Fred Nile, the leader of the CDP has had over 25 years in government and has spent that time working hard to protect families and provide a legacy for the rising generation. The CDP also strongly supports farmers and the rural community. This is why I choose to align myself with this party where I can stand for what I, as a Christian, find most crucial.

I want to represent Monaro as a Green because we have a plan (with policies) for a sustainable future and are not afraid to announce it and stick by it. In contrast the Coalition and the Labor Party have shown a willingness to formulate their policies based almost entirely on what they think will be popular with the electorate.

The burning of coal to make electricity is a case in point. The coal industry, continually point out that over 80% of our electricity is generated from their coal. This may well be true, but it’s up to the government to say to the coal industry that while it might be 80% this year, it’ll be 75% in the next few years, then 70% in following years and so on. This gives coal investors time to restructure their portfolios and a coal dependent communities time to steer their school leavers into other jobs.

It is jobs for Australians that are most at risk if we turn our back on alternative sources of energy and continue to rely on our reserves of minerals. Sustainable and alternative energy systems provide us with a great opportunity

Since 1999, I have my own Mobile Mechanical Business, which I operate in Canberra, this type of business has allowed me the freedom to be by my son’s side on a number of occasions.

My son although chronically ill has improved to where I believe I can now serve the community again.

to create many thousands of extra jobs. Places like Queanbeyan, with its well advanced industrial sector, are especially well suited to taking up the challenge of putting a solar array on every suitable roof and developing local power generating plants. Moving away from centralised generation of electricity from fossil fuels is not, as some people would have us believe, moving back to the dark ages. Rather, the best way to keep the price of electricity low is to generate as much of it as possible with community-owned infrastructure.

There are a number of other very important issues for our electorate in the state election - in particular improving health services, education and public transport. I am aware of the past and ongoing policy work which has been carried out by the NSW Greens and the local advocacy work by both Braidwood and QueanbeyanMonaro groups on these issues.

Steve Whan Country Labor

John Barilaro - Nationals

John Barilaro was born on the Monaro and raised into a strong family, who instilled in him the values of hard work and community service.

After leaving school John worked on the factory floor of his family’s business, Ryleho Home Solutions, a manufacturer of energy efficient timber windows and doors.

Today John manages the business which has expanded to employ fifteen staff, but his role has provided him with first-hand experience of the problems facing small businesses in the region.

John lives in Jerrabomberra with his wife Deanna and their two young daughters. As a parent he is naturally concerned about the future of the local community. In 2008, John stood for election to the Queanbeyan City Council because he believed ordinary mums and dads needed a greater say on the decisions that affected them and the local area.

As a councillor John has become increasingly frustrated with the failings of Sydney Labor in the region; particularly, with regard to the delays in the upgrade to the Queanbeyan hospital. John is standing as a candidate for the State election because he sees the Nationals as the only party that can deliver a fair share for regional areas.

Another passion for John is sport. In 2000 he cofounded the Monaro Panthers Football Club. He served as president of the club for eight years and currently serves as vice-president. The Panthers now boast over 900 registered junior players and you can catch John on most weekends playing, coaching or cheering from the sidelines, With two daughters learning the game John has played a leading role in promoting women’s and girl’s football. John was also a driving force behind

Kingsley Warburton was born in Mudgee NSW 17/08/1946.

My family moved to Sydney for work when I was very young. I attended Boronia Park Public School and later Hunters Hill High School.

I followed my Fathers trade as an Automotive Mechanic.

After working two jobs I finally opened my own Mechanical Business in Gladesville in 1974, which I operated for eleven years.

Selling the Business in Gladesville the Warburton Family consisting of my wonderful and supporting wife of now forty years, two daughters and one son moved to Bombala NSW. I lived permanently in the Bombala Area until 1997 when our son’s deteriorating health forced a move to Queanbeyan NSW where we are just ten minutes from the Canberra Hospital, which my son uses often.

While in Bombala I served the community as a Shire Councillor for two terms (8 years).

We still own a house in the Bombala area and regularly transverse between the two.

the club’s successful bid for a place in the 2010 ACT Premier League.

John believes passionately in the future of Queanbeyan and the Monaro. His most pressing campaign issue is local health, in particular ensuring all residents have equitable access to first class health services.

He sees health as the immediate priority for the region, in particular supporting our front-line health staff and ensuring all residents have equitable access to first class health services.

Steve Whan lives in the regional city of Queanbeyan in South East NSW, and is married to Cherie with two teenage children. For many years he has been a very active member of the local school, sporting and volunteering communities, and likes keeping fit and spending time with his family.

Steve has an arts degree in Social Sciences majoring in economics and politics from the University of Canberra, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Management from the University of Western Sydney.

Before becoming an MP Steve worked for the Australian Sports Commission, and for various Federal Ministers and MP’s in Advisory and Research Assistant roles. In his earlier years Steve worked in a variety of casual and temporary employment including labouring while studying at university, and trolley pushing for Woolworths as a teenager.

Steve was elected to Parliament in the regional seat of Monaro in 2003, an area characterised by its agricultural and tourism-based industries. He has been a member of the Standing Committee on Broadband in Rural and Regional Communities, and Vice-Chair

of the Public Accounts Committee.

He has also served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Primary Industries, Rural Affairs, Regional Development, and Assisting the Minister for Planning.

Steve has a keen interest in representing the needs of nonmetropolitan areas of the state in particular, and was a key member of the Rural and Regional Taskforce, which reported directly to the Premier on the challenges currently facing country NSW.

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Regional students youth allowance, is this going to be reverted to what it was to include Cooma/Monaro again?

It certainly should be! The youth of Cooma and other small Monaro towns face challenges different to those faced by youth living in the cities. The universities are located in cities and the country youth wishing to study not only have to find accommodation but also may not have the contacts to find work that city youth might have. The legislation which changed the boundaries for those who can and cannot receive the allowance was unfair and effectively disadvantaged country youth.

Review of these laws is coming up mid-year due to lobbying and we will be closely observing to ensure fair opportunities for our youth from what happens then.

What are your views on privatisation of Correctional Centres, especially in regional areas? If you are elected are you going to keep Correctional Centres in public hands and not vote for privatisation?

I believe that the oversight of Correctional Centres is a government responsibility and that governments must be accountable for the fair treatment of prisoners. If Correctional Centres are privatised, this accountability is then ‘outsourced’ to a private, unelected source. If the new ‘owners’ of the Correctional Centres are then found to be abusing prisoners’ rights, there may be an outcry but the Centre could simply be sold to the next buyer and the same risk would still exist. Therefore, I would oppose privatisation.

What is your stance on the continuous sell off of public assets to overseas corporations for next to nothing?

Absolutely appalling! It’s a shocking abdication of responsibility and once again, it is the person on the street who will end up paying. Look at the percentages of foreign ownership in the following countries: UK = 10.5%; USA = 10.3%; Japan = 2.1%; European Union = 3.5%.

It is estimated, in contrast that Australia is 90 % foreign owned. We are apparently the most foreign owned developed country and one of the most foreign-owned of ALL countries. In addition, most or all of these companies who have bought Australia’s assets pay little or no tax! Someone has sold out this nation and it has to stop.

What will you do about the shortage of GP’s in rural areas?

One good solution would be to market medical study to youth from rural areas and to offer incentives particularly to those who return to practice in a rural community. One university has put forward the idea of having the rural youth compete for places against other rural youth rather than having to compete against the large numbers of city university entrants.

Research shows that youth who have lived in a rural community are much more likely to return and practice in a rural community. (See also my answer to the first question on youth allowance).

Why are foreign investors allowed to buy so much agricultural land?

Unfortunately this is a federal issue and therefore we can’t do much about it on a State level.

However, it is a huge problem and I would like to see community forums and lobby groups created to allow communities affected by the economic backlash of these purchases to let their voices be heard along with all relevant data and statistics.

Are you going to buy back the power that Kristina Keneally sold?

The government cannot repurchase it unless the new owner is willing to sell. The government could cancel the sale but would have to pay a contractual penalty which could be prohibitively high and then billions would be needed for the maintenance. That said, if we could find a loophole, I would certainly want to rescind.

Will the Coalition keep its promise to abolish the older driver test?

I am not a member of the Coalition, however I don’t support discrimination against older drivers.

Statistically there are far more accidents in the 18-

35 age category than in the over 65s. Just because one or two well-publicised accidents occur related to drivers over 65, it is not fair to tar all drivers with the same brush.

Health –what is your stance on: - improved dialysis units: This is obviously a vital part of community healthcare and therefore must be kept in optimal condition.

- Local hospital boards: Essential. They empower locals, support doctors and cut down on waste.

- More decentralised services: This is a must. The local community is far too reliant on bigger hospitals in Canberra and other cities which means that family must travel or pay for accommodation to offer support and that some patients must wait longer for assistance because they cannot be treated locally.

In the case of a bad snake bit, for example, every minute counts.

- Dental service: The federal government currently funds a public dental scheme, however it could certainly do with improvements and I would like to see state funds allocated in addition.

-Aged care services –cost of accommodation: State funds should be allocated to supplement the exorbitant rising costs of elderly accommodation.

Many elderly people looking at being forced to sell their homes to pay for accommodation are opting not to get the assistance they need.

Do you support the performing arts industry?

Yes. I ran two drama classes in Bombala in 2010 and we staged Alice in Wonderland at the all purpose hall in Bombala High School. I think that performing arts are an important expression of our culture and, specifically for children, a wonderful boost to selfesteem, creativity and literary knowledge.

Public transport – do you have any plans to improve public transport into Cooma and the Snowy Mountains?

I would support the introduction of buses running between Cooma, Jindabyne and Thredbo. This should be considered an investment in local tourism, as well as a general benefit to the community. Public transport means less cars on the roads.

Support for small local businesses – how would you support the businesses which are the economic backbone of the region?

There are several possibilities. We could instigate a ‘buy local’ campaign with stickers, ads, banners etc.

Also, a forum could be called so that local business owners could get together and compare ideas on how to make their businesses more attractive to local shoppers. Low interest government loans or grants could be offered for businesses such as cafes or restaurants in need of upgrades.

Support for independent newspapers – the incumbent Labor state government has a policy to NOT advertise in independent newspapers. Will you chance this to give local businesses a fair go?

I would certainly seek to change this policy.

There is no good reason for avoiding independent newspapers.

State planning laws – one size fits all doesn’t work. How would you work with local government to improve planning and LEP outcomes?

There needs to be more freedom for homes for family members to be built on rural properties. I would also want to allow homes to be built on properties where they are restricted at present due to the access road being a Commonwealth road.

Cost shifting onto local governments – how would you deal with this issue and reduce the impost on local governments in providing state government services?

This is certainly a very unfair situation. One area that needs to be remedied is that of our roads. The local government should only be responsible for ‘local’ roads, while state and federal governments should be taking responsibility for others. I would work to change the definition of what is a ‘local’ road so that the state government becomes responsible for more roads. In addition, funds should be increased to local governments which are often forced to put off local improvements in order to remain within their tight budgets.

Will you support the High Fire Project with funding –(plus other fire hazard reduction measures).

Yes! It is a necessity and long overdue.

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This is a great home for people who like to have some space around them, but still be in walking distance of Cooma’s CBD. The property sits on a massive 1777m2 block which then backs onto reserve giving you a great place to take the dog for a walk or for the kids to explore. The 3 bedroom home is of besser block construction sitting on a concrete slab giving the property extra stability and pest protection. The current owners have spent the last 12 months renovating the property, giving it a modern feel, especially in the kitchen which would be a joy to cook in. Two of the three bedrooms are equipped with built in robes and have been freshly

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NUMERALLA’S GREAT SECRET carport, powered workshop, orchard plus flat, tree lined garden and lawn areas. Sub-divided into 4 paddocks and carrying 6 titles all serviced by bore and tank water system.

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

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HISTORIC INN ON THE BANKS OF THE MIGHTY SNOWY RIVER Buckley’s Crossing Hotel, Dalgety NSW 2628 An excellent opportunity to purchase the free hold and licence of one of Australia’s most iconic country pubs.

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

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

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

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

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

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

Candidates resond to questions John Barilaro - Nationaals Regional students youth allowance, is this going to be reverted to what it was to include Cooma/Monaro again?

A: Although this is a Federal matter I support the campaign of Fiona Nash and the Federal Nationals to help local students access the independent youth allowance, although I note that the Labor Party has consistently opposed efforts to make the system fairer.

What are your views on privatisation of Correctional Centres, especially in regional areas? If you are elected are you going to keep Correctional Centres in public hands and not vote for privatisation?

The NSW Liberals & Nationals have no plans to privatise correctional centres.

What is your stance on the continuous sell off of public assets to overseas corporations for next to nothing?

Once again this is a Federal matter but I support the efforts of Senator Barnaby Joyce and The Nationals to introduce tighter controls on the sale of agribusinesses and food processors to foreign investors.

What will you do about the shortage of GP’s in rural areas?

We’re committed to delivering more health resources to the frontline. Our local Health District board will be empowered to drive the recruitment process by working with our local medical professionals

and the community. We also need to make the environment GPS work in safer and more supportive.

Why are foreign investors allowed to buy so much agricultural land?

As I noted above, this is a Federal issue and although I welcome investment in regional areas I believe we need to be very clear on what are the long-term consequences for our country.

Are you going to buy back the power that Kristina Kenealy sold?

The privatisation of the state’s electricity industry was one of the greatest debacles in 16 years of this hapless Labor Government.

The NSW Liberals & Nationals have announced plans to hold a judicial inquiry into the botched sale process and reserve the right to take any necessary actions on behalf of the NSW taxpayer.

Do you support the privatisation of Snowy Hydro, after the 2006 campaign failed?

I acknowledge the unique status of Snowy Hydro in the hearts of many Australians and support its current ownership structure.

Will the Coalition keep its promise to abolish the older driver test?

We don’t support mandatory aged based driver tests, but rather a system that rewards good behaviour and punishes bad behaviour which is why we’ll introduce a Fair Go for Safe Drivers strategy, under which safe drivers who have a driving record free of an offence for at least five years will have their licence renewal fees cut by fifty per cent.

Health –what is your stance on: • improved dialysis units • Local hospital boards • More decentralised services • Improvements to the ED at Cooma Hospital • Dental services • Aged care services –cost of accommodation If elected we will create Health Districts with local boards to put health back in your hands. Local clinicians and people of good standing in the community will have real decision-making power which will ensure resources reach our hospitals frontline, meaning doctors, nurses and allied health professionals can deliver quality care to patients. We’ve already announced a $1M plan to fund a dialysis satellite centre and the upgrade of the Cooma Hospital ED is at the top of my list of priorities.

Do you support the performing arts industry?

The arts sector plays an important role in regional centres. Sadly recent ABS figures show that the national average dollars per person for arts funding is $33.14, but in NSW it is just $17.19 per person. We need to reverse this trend.

Public transport – do you have any plans plans to improve public transport into Cooma and the Snowy Mountains We will create an Integrated Transport Authority which will improve the delivery of all public transport services through better

co-ordination between services.

After 16 years of Labor failure in public transport there will clearly be many areas of the state with an urgent need for improved public transport which is why it will be important to have an MP who is part of the next government to fight for these improvements.

Support for small local businesses – how would you support the businesses which are the economic backbone of the region?

Being a small businessman myself I understand how important it is to let small business get on with the job. We have an action plan to back small business which includes creating a Small Business Commissioner with a mandate to advocate for small business in NSW and cutting red tape with the introduction of a ‘One On, Two Off’ rule for new regulations and a commitment to a 20 per cent reduction in red tape within our first term.

Support for independent newspapers – the incumbent Labor state government has a policy to NOT advertise in independent newspapers. Will you chance this to give local businesses a fair go?

This is a silly rule and I’ll do all I can to apply common sense to give everyone a fair go.

State planning laws – one size fits all doesn’t work. How would you work with local givernment to inprove planning and LEP outcomes?

We believe that local residents – through councils – are best placed to make local planning decisions affecting their suburbs. We will scrap ‘Part 3A’ – one of the wideranging powers Labor has given its Planning Minister to override local communities (and a factor that ICAC noted had contributed to corruption risks in the planning process).

Cost shifting onto local governments – how would you deal with this issue and reduce the impost on local governments in providing state government services?

As a local government councillor I’ve seen the impact of 16 years of cost shifting onto local government.

The NSW Liberals & Nationals has announced its intention to undertake a full review of Local Government finances. The review will be conducted in consultation with Local Governments and the LGSA. Will you support the High Fire Project with funding –(plus other fire hazard reduction measures).

We’re committed to an evidencebased approach to increased levels of hazard reduction throughout the state and the High-Fire project is an excellent example of this. Shadow Minister for Emergency Services Melinda Pavey is a great supporter of this proje ct.

Paul Cockram - The Greens Regional students youth allowance, is this going to be reverted to what it was to include

Cooma/Monaro again?

I don’t know what the government intends to do, but youth allowances

are a necessary part of further education.

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on privatisation of Correctional Centres, especially in regional areas?

If you are elected are you going to keep Correctional Centres in public hands and not vote for privatisation?

Prisons should not be privatised.

Their purpose is to rehabilitate miscreants, not to make a profit.

line look better.

What is your stance on the continuous sell off of public assets to overseas corporations for next to nothing?

Public assets belong to community. They are the legacy from the work of tax payers of the past and should not be sold by the government of the day to make its bottom

Why are foreign investors allowed to buy so much agricultural land?

Australia has a very poor record in regulating foreign investment. This is not a simple answer to this question. Many farmers would be uneasy if the government was to regulate to whom

What will you do about the shortage of GP’s in rural areas?

Training more GPs would be one option. Tax incentives for all specialist professions to work in country areas would be a cost-effective way to provide better services in rural and regional areas.

they could sell their land.

Nevertheless, the increasing foreign ownership of Australia’s resources, minerals and farm produce, is a real worry for the future.

We’ve run down our manufacturing sector and now buy overseas products with the money we get from mining and farming. One day we might be buying our own primary produce from foreign-owned corporations and then where will the money come from? “Are you going to buy back the power that Kristina Keneally sold?

Side-stepping the coal-fired generators might be a better option.

Government assistance for community-owned and operated solar, wind and geo-thermal power utilities would be a better investment for rural Australia.

Do you support the privatisation of Snowy Hydro, after the 2006 campaign failed? Absolutely not. Snowy Hydro should be allowed to expand into other types of renewable energy supply.

Will the Coalition keep its promise to abolish the older driver test?�, Couldn’t say.

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Cooma Show results Farm Produce and Fruit Farm Produce - Open Section 1. 1st Jacob Umbrach; 3. 1st John Lawlis; 5. 1st David Whiting; 6. 1st John Lawlis; 8. 1st Fiona Adams; 9. 1st M Larrit; 10. 1st Kelsey McDonald; 11. 1st Maurice Griffen-Waricke; 12. 1st Sue Lawlis; 14. 1st John Lawlis; Junior Section 15. 1st Kelsey Branscomb; 16. 1st Monaro High School; 17. 1st Sam Williams; 18. 1st Numeralla School.

Fruit - Open 20. 1st Greg McGufficke; 21. 1st Sally Herbert; 22. 1st Harry Roach; 23. 1st Sally Herbert; 24. 1st S Herbert; 25. 1st Sally Herbert; 26. 1st Christine Parks; 27. 1st Wendy Hain; 29. 1st Sally Herbert; 31. 1st Sandy Litchfield; 32. 1st Maisie Phillips; 33.

1st Lorayne Roberson.

Cooma P & A Association Sash for Most Successful Exhibitor – John Lawlis.

Vegetables Open Section 1. 1st Courtney Lucas; 2. 1st Henry Vrielink; 3. 1st Courtney Lucas; 4. 1st Sara Whiting; 5.

1st Lorayne Roberson; 6. 1st Adrian Pavese; 7. 1st Sara Whiting; 8. 1st Sara Whiting; 9.

1st Sara Whiting; 11. 1st Lachlan McDonald; 12. 1st Somchit Roberts; 13. 1st Maurice Griffen-Waricke; 14. 1st George Oliver; 15. 1st Courtney Lucas; 16. 1st Courtney Lucas; 19.

1st H Vrielink; 20. 1st Christine Parks; 21. 1st John Daley; 27. 1st Courtney Lucas; 28. 1st Courtney Lucas; 29. 1st H. Vrielink; 30. 1st Somchit Roberts; 31. 1st H. Vrielink; 32. 1st George Oliver; 34. 1st Louis and Ruby Mould; 35. 1st J. Umbrach; 40. 1st Courtney Lucas; 40A. 1st Sara Whiting; 40B 1st J Lawlis; 41.

1st Lyn Southwell; 44. 1st Maurice GriffenWarwicke; 45. 1st Courtney Lucas; 46. 1st Lorrayne Roberson; 47. 1st Courtney Lucas; 48. 1st George Oliver.

Junior Section 49. 1st Numeralla School; 50. 1st Sara Whiting; 52. 1st Numeralla School; 53. 1st Numeralla School; 55. 1st Sara Whiting; 56.

1st Numeralla School; 57. 1st Sara Whiting; 59. 1st Sara Whiting; 61. 1st Numeralla School; 63. 1st Numeralla School.

First Time Exhibitors 66. 1st Hamish Williamson.

Sashes Most Successful Exhibitor in Jnr Section – Cooma Garden Club Prize, Numeralla School; Most Successful Exhibitor in Open Section and Awarded Assoc. Sash – Memorial Miss L. Moriarty Champion Sash, Courtney Lucas; Best Collection of Vegetables in Open Section – M.C. Moriarty Memorial Sash, Courtney Lucas; Champion Vegetable in Open Section (Classes 1, 42, 44, 45, 46 & 49 not eligible) – M.C. Moriarty Memorial Sash and O.L. Feilen Memorial Prize, Courtney Lucas.

Needlework Open Section 1-2. 1st Jane Minton; 2-5. 1st N Lafferty; 2-6A. 1st N Lafferty; 2-6B. 1st L Clarke; 2-8B. 1st L Clarke; 3-9. 1st R Ellis; 3-10.

1st R Johnston; 3-11. 1st K Stoddard; 3-12.

1st J Minton; 3-13. 1st L Barron; 4-14. 1st L Barron; 4-16. 1st R Johnston; 5-18. 1st R Ellis; 6-19. 1st P Hynd; 7-24. 1st T Morris; 7-26. 1st L Venables; 7-27. 1st P Mitchell; 7-27A. 1st S Thoralolson; 7-28. 1st L Clarke; 10-41. 1st L McKeahnie.

Senior Section 8-29. 1st P Hynd; 8-30. 1st P Mitchell; 8-32. 1st K Stoddard.

Junior Section (13-18yrs) 9-37. 1st Z Klima; 9-40. 1st Z Klima.

Champion – Pam Hynd; Senior Champion – Peter Mitchell; Most Successful Exhibitor – Louise Barron.

Fibrecraft Open 2. 1st Ilma Findlay; 3. 1st Ilma Findlay; 5.

1st Jane McDonald; 5B. 1st Beryl Dunford; 6.

1st Ilma Findlay; 7. 1st Annette Schaefer; 8.

1st Christine Holloway; 10. 1st Lois Grogan; 10B. 1st Jane Stevens; 11. 1st Tracey Morris; 12. 1st Peggy Everett; 13. 1st Christine Holloway; 15/16. 1st Mary Mitchell; 18. 1st Mary Mitchell; 21. 1st Peggy Everett.

Junior – 12 yrs and under 23. 1st Ella Hickey.

Junior 6 yrs and under 23B. 1st Adam Constance, Wynn Hickey and Angela Constance.

Senior Citizen 25K. 1st Ilma Findlay; 25C. 1st Tracey Morris; 26. 1st Peggy Everett; 27. 1st Louise Clarke.

Handicrafts Open 1. 1st Judy York; 2. 1st Annette Pavesi; 3.

1st Todd Robinson; 3A. 1st Peter Mitchell; 3B. 1st Greg Tozer; 4. 1st Liesbet Sheil; 6. 1st Jan Wassink; 7. 1st Annette Schaeffer; 11.

1st Judy York; 11A. 1st Maureen Stone; 31.

1st Janet Manning; 32. 1st Judy York.

37. 1st Jenny Evans; 38. 1st Wilma Turner; 39. 1st Judy Trute; 40. 1st Judy Trute; 41.

1st Judy Trute; 42. 1st Beverly Caldwell; 44.

1st Hymie Truter; 45. 1st Louise Barron and Jaybe Stevens; 49. 1st Kimberly Solomon; 50. 1st Jenny Evans; 51. 1st Michelle Warby; 52. 1st Kaye Bedingfield; 53. 1st Wilma Turner; 54. 1st Dawn Russell; 56. 1st Bev Caldwell; 57. 1st Bev Caldwell; 66. 1st Lilibet Stephen and Charleen Walters-Soldat; 70. 1st Jonathon McDonald; 71. 1st G Keighley; 81.

1st Maureen Stone; 82. 1st Jenny Lawler; 83.

1st Maureen Stone; 84. 1st Maureen Stone; 85. 1st Maureen Stone; 86. 1st Maureen Stone.

Junior (6yrs and under) 12. 1st Emily Revelant and Natalie Revelant; 13. 1st Lachlan McDonald; 14. 1st Lachlan McDonald; 15. 1st Emily Revelant; 28. 1st Lachlan McDonald; 60. 1st Sami Frazer; 67.

1st Lachlan McDonald; 77. Jock Buckley; 73. 1st Lachlan Giuliani; 74. 1st Lachlan McDonald.

Junior (12yrs and under) 16. 1st Josh MsDonald and Sarah Ventura; 17. 1st Jordan Louis; 18. 1st Jordan Louis; 19. 1st Jonathon McDonald; 20. 1st Makayla Pavese and Jessica Povey; 29. 1st Josh McDonald; 68. 1st Jordan Louis; 75.

1st Spencer Walker-Broose; 76. 1st Liam Allen; 77. 1st Jordan Louis; 82. 1st Lachlan McDonald; 88. 1st Josh McDonald.

Junior (17yrs and under) 25. 1st Zoe Klima; 26. 1st Cheyanne Lawler; 27. 1st Britanny Williams; 62. 1st Clinton Caldwell; 63. 1st Kimberly Solomon; 69. 1st Clinton Caldwell; 78. 1st Henry Pearce.

Senior 33. 1st Stella Reid and Janet Manning Disability Section 92. 1st Fletcher Lee and Mary Jaa Jaa. Combined Exhibit – Workability.

Visual Arts Open A2. 1st George Shelton; A3. 1st Ian Davis; A4. 1st Susie Larritt; A5. 1st Leonie Smith.

Emerging Artists B1. 1st Crysta Bowe; B2. 1st Lillabet Stephens; B3. 1st Skye Berryman; B4. 1st Mondo Caffarelli; B5. 1st Jeffrey Keighley.

Junior C1. 1st Bentley Walker-Broose; C2. 1st Maddison Kirshner; C3. 1st Makayla Pavese; C4. 1st Callum Sewell; C5. 1st Callum Sewell; C6. 1st Sophia Childs; C7. 1st Vendulka Wichta; C8. 1st Jacob Moon; C9. 1st Sarah Mitchell.

Whole School D1. 1st Bredbo Public School.

Babe Barwood Memorial Prize – Jeffrey Keighley.

Most Successful Exhibitor – Jacob Moon.

Flowers Junior Under 5yrs 1. 1st Erin Alexander; 2. 1st Natalie

The junior judging entrants.

Cooma Show 2011 Junior Judging Results Beef Cattle 1st Jamie Davis 2nd Carly Pearce 3rd Jacob Umback Meat Sheep 1st Carly Pearce

2nd Georgia Shellard 3rd Florance McGufficke 4th Jacob Umback

Merino Sheep 1st Florance McGufficke 2nd Jacob Umback 3rd Georgia Shellard 4th Miranda McGufficke

Revelant; 3. 1st Mia Gardener.

Junior 6-11yrs 5-7. 1st Jasmin Pascoe; 8. 1st Maise Phillips.

Junior 11-16yrs 9-12. 1st Amy Fraser.

Junior Champion – Amy Fraser.

Decorative Open 13. 1st Margaret Weeks; 14. 1st Marie Gutterson; 15. 1st Margaret Barron; 16. 1st Margaret Barron; 17. 1st Marie Gutterson; 18-20. 1st Margaret Barron.

Dahlias 21-43. 1st John Lawlis. P & A Assoc. Sash for Champion Dahlia – John Lawlis; 44-50.

1st John Lawlis; P & A Assoc. Sash for Best Dahlia in classes 44-50 – John Lawlis.

Roses 52. 1st Kenny Lawlis; 53. 1st Jenny Lawlis; 54. 1st Fiona Cooper; 57. 1st Jenny Lawlis; 59. 1st Fiona Cooper; P & A Assoc. Sash for Champion Rose (Classes 51-60) – Fiona Cooper; 61. 1st Margaret Weeks; 62. 1st Fiona Cooper; 63. 1st J & J Barron; 64. 1st Leone Venables; 66. 1st Karen Clarke; P & A Assoc. Sash for Best Rose (Classes 61-66) – Leonie Venables; 67. Judy Caldwell Prize for first time winning a 1st prize in rose section – J & J Barron.

General 73. 1st Anita Stefani; 75. 1st Wendy Hain; 76. 1st Carmel Griffen Warwicke; 77. 1st Margaret Weeks; 78. 1st Betty Raffaele; 81.

1st Margaret Weeks; 83. 1st H Vrielink & B Stoddard; 84. 1st Joshua Pavese; 85. 1st H Vrielink & B Stoddard; 86. 1st Wendy Hain; 87. 1st Wendy Hain; P & A Assoc. Sash for Champion Cut Flower (Classes 70-86) - H Vrielink & B Stoddard.

Pot Plants 89. 1st James Fletcher; 91. 1st James Fletcher; 92. 1st James Fletcher; P & A Assoc. Sash for Champion Pot Plant (Classes 87-89) – James Fletcher.

Supreme Champion Cut Flower – John Lawlis.

Cashmere Goats 2. 1st Christine Parkes; 4. 1st Christine Parkes; 12. 1st Pam McDougall; 13. 1st Christine Parkes; 14. 1st Frank Roberts; 15.

1st Pam McDougall; 16. 1st Sandra and Tony

Merino Fleece 1st Florance McGufficke 2nd Jacob Umback 3rd Carly Pearce 4th Miranda McGufficke / Georgia Shellard

Encouragement Awards McGufficke sisters Georgia Shellard

Greville; 17. 1st Christine Parkes.

Champion kid fleece – Pam McDougall; Champion Doe Fleece – Frank Roberts; Champion Buck Fleece – Sandra and Tony Freville; Grand Champion Fleece – Frank Roberts; Most Successful Exhibitor – Pam McDougall and Christine Parkes.

Coloured Sheep/Fleeces Fleece 2A. 1st Weston Family; 2. 1st C Parkes; 3. 1st C Parkes; 4. 1st C Parkes; 5. 1st C Parkes; 7. 1st C Parkes; 8. 1st C Parkes.

Sheep 1A. 1st C Parkes; 1. 1st Jane Southwell; 7.

1st C Parkes; 8. 1st C Parkes.

Lambs 9. 1st C Parkes; 10. 1st C Parkes.

Whether any age – 1st Jane Southwell.

Champion Lamb – C Parkes; Champion Ewe – J Southwell; Champion Ram – C Parkes; Supreme Champ – C Parkes; Most Successful Exhibitor – C Parkes.

Wool Section Housed or Rugged Ram 1.1st Greg Tozer; 6. 1st Greg Tozer; 16. 1st Michael Commercial Ram 2. 1st McGufficke Family; 12. 1st McGufficke Family; 17. 1st McGufficke Family; 22. 1st IJ & BR Blyton.

Housed or Rugged Ewe or Wether 3. 1st Conrayn; 8. 1st Snowy Plain; 13. 1st Conrayn.

Commercial Ewe or Wether 4. 1st RI & EH Blyton; 9. 1st Don Southwell; 14. 1st McGufficke Family; 19. 1st MG Goodwin; 24. 1st B & M Rudd.

Commercial Jnr Fleece 10. 1st Lochlan McGufficke; 15. 1st Samantha Brooks; 20. 1st Kate Maurier; 25.

1st J McGufficke.

26. 1st McGufficke Family; 27. 1st Christine Parkes; 28. 1st Cade Lette; 29. 1st McGufficke Family; 30. 1st McGufficke Family; 31. 1st McGufficke Family; 32. 1st Snowy Plain; 33. 1st Greg Tozer & McGufficke Family (Tie); 34. 1st Greg Tozer; 35. 1st Snowy Plain; 36. 1st Lochlan McGufficke.

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Candidates answer questions Country Labor, Steve Whan Regional students youth allowance, is this going to be reverted to what it was to include Cooma/Monaro again?

This is a Federal matter that I have been working with Mike Kelly on to fix. I support fair and equitable Youth Allowance for all rural and regional students and will continue to lobby the Federal Government to provide this.

I have also been working very closely with the University of Canberra and Mike Kelly on the development of a Cooma campus, this could mean a huge boost to Cooma and to the educational prospects for many people.

What are your views on privatisation of Correctional Centres, especially in regional areas?

If you are elected are you going to keep Correctional Centres in public hands and not vote for privatisation?

I do not support privatisation of correctional centres in regional areas, Cooma correctional centre will stay Government owned and will stay open and operating under a Labor Government.

I have taken a strong interest in getting more jobs at the centre including the development of the COSP – I will continue to

do so. This Government has opened and reopened new gaols in a number of regional communities across NSW providing hundreds of rural jobs.

What is your stance on the continous sell off of public assets to overseas corporations for next to nothing?

Taxpayers funds should be used to produce the best possible benefit for the citizens of NSW, that means investing them in the things that produce a benefit. We should make a judgement on what we should own based on the social benefit, for example the NSW Government owning country link, State Forests, our hospitals, the monopoly electricity transmission infrastructure and our schools is sensible and beneficial. All those sort of things should stay in Government hands.

Its never possible though to rule out all sales of assets – sometimes you might for instance sell a block of land that a school was on to get funds to build a new school.

I don’t share the view that many in the Liberal party have that Government should be involved in as little as possible – I have always thought Government can and should own assets

Why are foreign investors allowed to buy so much agricultural land?

Foreign companies have always invested in agricultural land, large agricultural companies have had land in Australia since the 19th century often they have been owned by overseas investors.

Australia has strong foreign investment review policies administered by the Federal Government that ensure that Australia’s National interest is taken into account.

However locking out foreign investors altogether would do little to help rural NSW, it would be more likely to lead to a reduction in jobs for country communities.

“Are you going to buy back the power that Kristina Kenealy sold?

The people of NSW own all the electricity distribution infrastructure in NSW, that is all the poles and wires. That business is the bulk of Country Energy’s work and is the reason they employ so many local people and apprentices.

Labor will never sell this important asset because it is a natural monopoly and it is in the interests of the people of NSW to keep it in public ownership.

The people of NSW also continue to own the previously publicly owned generators.

in areas that benefit the people of NSW. What will you do about the shortage of GP’s in rural areas?

The GP shortage is something that affects the whole of Australia. It will be solved by training more doctors and that is why I have strongly supported the Federal Government’s initiatives to expand Doctor training and it is why the NSW Government with the professional organisations has dramatically increased the number of places in NSW hospitals for new graduates. We are also building links with medical schools in our area through initiatives like the ANU Medical School placing their students at Cooma hospital and so on.

Health is a critical area where cooperation is vital between State and Federal Governments.

NSW worked to get a Commonwealth State agreement which guaranteed block funding for small country hospitals. It is clear that if we move to the Victorian model – casemix funding – then we would see rural hospitals close (as they did in Victoria). It is very worrying that the Nationals have threatened to rip up theCommonwealth State agreement.

If there is one area where cooperation is critical this is it.

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The right to sell electricity is basically the only thing that has been sold by this Government.

The electricity retail market has been competitive for some years under policies strongly pushed by the former Howard Federal Government.

Do you support the privatisation of Snowy Hydro, after the 2006 campaign failed?

No, in 2006 I fought hard to stop the privatisation and will continue to do so in the future.

Health –what is your stance on: – improved dialysis units I was pleased to be able to work with the community to provide a home style dialysis service at the Cooma hospital. At this stage that facility is helping to ensure that very few people have to travel to Canberra for dialysis.

At some stage in the future we may need a satellite service however when we do it needs more than just $1m in capital funding.

A satellite dialysis service has significant staff and operating costs - it is not cost neutral versus the current situation and it is wrong to suggest it is. Without a guarantee of additional recurrent funding this service will result in the removal of resources from another

area of the hospital.

I speak to a lot of Cooma hospital nurses, doctors and community members and their advice to me is that the number one priority at the hospital is a new emergency department.

Local hospital boards I remain committed to the current advisory committees in our local areas and the new health districts as agreed with the Commonwealth.

The only change I want to see in the longer term is to have a single health area which includes the ACT. Canberra hospital will remain our region’s tertiary hospital and it is sensible to have a borderless approach to working with it.

Individual hospital boards worked 40 years ago but in the modern health system where specialists work in multiple hospitals it will not work. I note that despite telling public meetings they agree with local boards the Nationals policy in fact says they will have the same number of health regions as currently exist – in other words the same size – and it makes no commitment to local health boards.

More decentralised services I will continue the work I have done on getting more services at local hospitals, I worked with the community on the

oncology service and to ensure that we had local services like CT and x-ray. I will continue to work to promote more surgery at Cooma hospital and continue the use of the optic fibre broadband links our hospitals have to ensure more services and quick access to specialists for things like diagnosis and interpretation of scans.

Improvements to the ED at Cooma Hospital The Emergency Department is the part of the hospital that should be the number one priority. Over the past couple of years the numbers visiting have expanded and it has now become clear that we need an ED with separate resuscitation areas, areas for people with contagious diseases and other additional facilities.

Last week I announced that a re-elected Labor Government will invest $5 million into a new Emergency Department at Cooma Hospital.

This meets the need that has been put very clearly and forcefully to me by local nurses, doctors and other health professionals.

Editor’s note: not all Mr Whan’s responses were received in time to meet The Monaro Post deadline.

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Cows sell to $1221 at Cooma Cooma Associated Agents yarded 200 cattle including 150 scale and 50 store cattle at the March 17 sale.

It was a mixed quality yarding from plain to excellent quality. The market was fully firm to dearer than one month ago.

Sale-o, sale-o!

1, 202c, 525kg, $1060; Eagles Range, LMK, 1, 200c, 555kg, $1110; RJ & LM Brown, LMK, 1, 210c, 475kg, $997; Blairgowrie, MLP, 2, 195c, 505kg, $984; C & R McCarthy, BC, 1, 188c, 455kg, $855; C Williams, BC, 1, 2166c, 370kg, $801.

Quotations Heifers C & R McCarthy, BC, 1, 160c, 705kg, $1128; R Crawford, BC, 1, 187c, 560kg, $1047; BC P’Ship, LMK, 1, 170c, 700kg, $1190; RJ Hain, ELD, 1, 185c, 600kg, $1110; M & M Green, JM, 1, 170c, 610kg, Cows $1037; M & M Green, JM, 3, 175c, BC Partnership, LMK, 1, 165c, 538kg, $942; JB & MM Williams, 740kg, $1221; RJ Hain, ELD, MLP, 1, 171c, 570kg, $974; Est. LM 6, 1516c, 750kg, $1138; M McPhie, MLP, 1, 175c, 415kg, $726.

Consentino, MLP, 2, 162c, 720kg, $1166; PJA & MH Bright, LMK, Vealers 3, 146c, 755kg, $1102; BA & CF D & D Outhred, JM, 3, 220c, Clarke, ELD, 3, 162c, 660kg, $1069; 336kg, $740.

M & M Green, JM, 1, 150c, 685kg, $1027; O Blyth, MLP, 1, 165c, Stores 595kg, $981; C & R McCarthy, BC, M & S Golby, MLP, 6, HFD STR 1, 150c, 585kg, $877.

Calves, $715; R & EJ Brown, MLP, 2, Angus HFRS 2 1/2yrs depastured Steers Angus Bull, $850; BS Osborne, HJ & B Hedger, JM, 5, 200c, LMK, 4, Angus X Str Calves, $695; 599kg, $1198; HJ & B Hedger, JM, C Kimber, LMK, 2, B/B Str Calves, 8, 196.6c, 581kg, $1142; EJ and $696; D McAuley, BC, 5, small Hfr FE Paynter, MLP, 2, 192c, 610kg, Calves, $640. $1171; Silverton Past Co, ELD, 1, The next Cooma AA Cattle Sale is 194c, 605kg, $1174; W Kalss, ELD, on April 28.

Bulls Estate LM McPhie, MLP, 1, 160c, 1080kg, $1728; TD Lewis, LMK, 1, 155c, 840kg, $1302; D & L Williams, BC, 1, 150c, 732kg, $1085.

The sheep sale held on Monday was a good sale with prices generally cheaper, in keeping with other centres over the past week. Top lambs sold for $168-$145, light/medium trade lambs $130-$145, 1stX ewe lambs to $160.

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

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

“NRAC found that improved seasonal conditions

All the fun of the Cooma Show Cooma Show was a success despite heavy rain the week before.

One of this year’s highlights was the reintoruduction of th weight-guessing with ‘RM’ pictured left the star attraction. ‘RM’ weighed in at 970kg, giving Jeff Fraser first prize of $100 donated

by Boudjah Merino Stud.

At right, showgirl SueEllen Mackay sashed the Supreme merino ewe exhibited by Royalla Merino Stud.

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

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

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

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

Although conditions have significantly improved across the majority of the regions, some parts of the Cooma-Bombala-ACT and Central and East Gippsland areas have been adversely affected by recent flooding events. “There is a range of assistance available to help people in flood-affected areas during this difficult period,” Minister Ludwig said.

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

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

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

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

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Cooma Show results Section H – FOOD Results Open 1. Traditional Bread 1 M Thurling 2. Breadmaker Bread – 1 S Clarke 3.

4. Damper – 1 C GriffinWarwicke 2 N Simons 5. Plain Scones – 1 M Barron 2 O Davies 3 J Liosatos 6. Other Scones – 1 C Griffin-Warwicke 2 M Barron 3 N Simons 7. Jam Tarts – 1 C GriffinWarwicke 8. Shortbread – 1 J McDonald 2 G Haywood-Mercer 3 C Griffin-Warwicke 9. Anzac Biscuits – 1 M Barron 2 G Russell 3 R Abela 10. Gluten Free Biscuits – 1 S Menshic 2 D Southwell 11. Afternoon Tea Biscuits – 1 R Abela 2 C Griffin-Warwick 3 M Barron 12. Slices – 1 M Barron 2 E Schlachter 3 C Griffin-Warwicke 13. Muffins – 1 M Barron 2 R Abela 3 K Clark 14.

15. Fruit Loaf – 1 R Abela 2 M Barron 3 N Simons 16. Sultana Cake – 1 M Thurling 17. Carrot Cake – 1 F Adams 2 N Simons 18. Banana Cake – 1 M Barron 2 K Clark 3 L Heidtmann 19. Orange Cake – 1 O Davies 2 M Thurling 3 F Adams 20. Sponge Sandwich – 1 M Barron 2 O Davies 3 N Simons 21. Butter Cake – 1 D Thurling 2 F Adams 22. Chocolate Cake – 1 D Thurling 2 M Barron 3 O Davies 23. Marble Cake – 1 O Davies 2 M Barron 3 J York 24. Gluten Free Cake – 1 D Southwell 25. Other Cake – 1 G Haywood-Mercer 2 F Adams 3

K Clark Junior 26. Scones – 1 K McDonald & T Keski-Fromtti 2 H HaywoodMercer 3 T Harmer 27. Patty Cakes – 1. Jordon Louis 2 J Diggs & C Sagan 3 G Mack & A Barron 28. Muffins – 1. G Cigana & Z Klima 2 J Lloyd & A Smith 3 G Towning & M Anthony 29. Anzac Biscuits – 1 J Louis 2 K Schofield & B Ardle 3 F Ferigo & L Azzam 30. Pikelets – 1 J Louis 2 N Harmer 3 J Pascoe 31. Slice – 1 J Watkins 2 J Louis 3 N Harmer 32. Meringues – 1 J Louis 33.

34. Butter Cake – 1 J Louis 2 Z Walker & S Sidebottom 3 J Watkins 35. Chocolate Cake – 1 A Schofield & T Stanford 2 K Schofield & B Ardle 3 K McDonald & T Keski-Fromtti 36. Marble Cake – 1 N Harmer 2 K McDonald 37. Other Cake – 1 J Louis 2 T Revelant 38. Decorated Patty Cakes – 1 L Evans 2 J Louis 3 N Revelant 39. Novelty Cake – 1 L Evans 2 J Louis 3 M Berlot & S Trotter Primary 27. Patty Cakes – 1 R Harmer 2 N Harmer 28. Muffins – 1 N Harmer 2 E McGufficke 3 H HaywoodMercer 29. Pikelets – H HaywoodMercer 2 L McGufficke 3 E McGufficke 35. Chocolate Cake – 1 O Heise 2 N Harmer 3 J Clark 39. Novelty Cake – 1 T Revelant 2 N Revelant 40. Rock Cakes – 1 N Harmer 2 R Harmer 3 J Bottom 41. Slice – 1 N Harmer 2 J Bottom 3 N Revelant 42. Packet Cake – 1 J Pascoe

2 N Harmer 3 R Harmer 43. Decorated Arrowroots (58) – 1 J Pascoe 2 H Bottom 3 T Maurier 44. Decorated Arrowroots – (9-12) 1 M McGufficke 2 L Evans 3 F McGufficke 45. Gingerbread Man (5-8) – 1 J Pascoe 2 T Maurier 3 H Bottom (9-12) – 1 L Evans 2 S J Ventura 3 J Louis Preschool 27. Patty Cakes –1 E Alexander 30. Pikelets – 1 E Alexander 46. Decorated Arrowroots – 1 L Hack 2 E Alexander 3 E Revelant 47. Decorated Patty Cakes – 1 E Alexander 2 W Barron 3 E Revelant 48. Decorated Gingerbread Man – 1 K Maurier 49. Novelty Cake – 1 E Revelant Chocolates 50. Unfilled – 1 K Clark 2 C Griffin-Warwicke 51. Filled – 1. C GriffinWarwicke Icing & Decorating 54. Small Cake – L Evans Rich Fruit Cake 60. Local Area – 1. L Roberson 2 M Thurling 3 C Wassink 61. Zone – 1. Jill Greenhalgh 2 L Roberson Most Successful Exhibitor – M Barron Champion Cake – O Davies – (Class 23 - Marble Cake) Most Successful Junior Exhibitor – J Louis Most Successful Primary Exhibitor – N Harmer CWA Cooma Branch Outstanding Entrant Junior – J Louis CWA Cooma Branch Outstanding Entrant Primary – N Harmer More results next week.

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Paul Cockram- The Greens cont’d Health –what is your stance on: – improved dialysis units Local hospital boards More decentralised services Improvements to the ED at Cooma Hospital Dental services Aged care services –cost of accommodation The Greens support more spending and support for the health sector. That includes all of the above. The lack of free dental care is costing us all dearly in associated health costs as well as making life unpleasant for low-income earners who cannot afford to visit the dentist.

Do you support the performing arts industry?

Yes. Public transport – do you have any plans to improve public transport into Cooma and the Snowy Mountains The rail line should be repaired and reopened as a priority for the region.

Support for small local businesses – how would you support the businesses which are the economic backbone of the region?

I would start by making the returning of BAS statements yearly rather than quarterly. I keep forgetting to do mine.

Support for independent newspapers – the incumbent Labor state government has a policy to NOT advertise in independent newspapers.

Will you change this to give local businesses a fair go?

Advertising should be based on readership and shared around accordingly.

State planning laws – one size fits all doesn’t work. How would you work with local government to improve planning and LEP outcomes?

Part 3A of the Planning Act should be repealed and planning decisions affecting local communities should be made by the local council so residents can go to council meetings and give them some stick if they don’t like the development application.

Cost shifting onto local governments – how would you deal with this issue and reduce the impost on local governments in providing state government services?

The only lasting solution is direct funding of local government by the feds with a share of GST. Will you support the High Fire Project with funding –(plus other fire hazard reduction measures).

I’m sorry, I don’t know of it.

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What are your views on privatisation of Correctional Centres.

I will not support any any privatisation of any Correctional Centres or any private speed camera or any activity formally carried out by our sworn Police officers.

What will you do about the shortage of GPs in rural areas?

I cannot force anyone to come and live here, but I can help make the area more exciting and work to make our local hospitals offer more services that will encourage locals to obtain treatments locally.

Why are foreign investors allowed to buy so much land?

We live in a free country so some things that happen are not to our liking.

In the words of a once great Premier of Queansland (they cant take it with them).

Are you going to buy back the power the Kristina Kenealy sold?

It depends on the deal that was signed up to, maybe it may be wiser to put that money into other alternative power investment.

Do you support the privatisation of Snowy Hydro?

NO Will the coalition keep its promise to abolish the older driver test?

I am not the coalition, but I support new driving tests for all who have lost their Licence for driving offences.

HEALTH What is your stance on improved dialysis units?

I believe they should be available in all local hospitals. When they first came available they were run in senior day

care facilities.

Local Hospital Boards? Basically I support the local member on a regional board.

Age care facilities? Our age care nurses are one of the poorest paid in the community. There is a trade off of cost to service while keeping a eye on the middle man.

Do you support the performing arts industry?

YES Public transport? My experience with community transport, supports tailoring transport needs to the client rather than running a bus everywhere.

Support for local business? As a business man I know you have to do your homework before starting a business. Nobody owes you a living, if you have the products and services I am sure the community will take advantage of them.

Support for independent newspapers? Of course, they are the only window for true democracy.

State planning laws?

Local government works reasonably well, but there are still public roads leading to long standing residences that are still in 2011 not maintained by Councils.

Some state intervention is necessary in some cases.

Cost shifting onto local govt.

I believe there is enough moneys collected through taxes and charges not to leave councils as the poor relative. More money has to come from State and Federal Governments.

I support rate pegging.

High Fire project?

Burning everything is killing everything in a particular area. Sometimes it is necessary to protect human life.

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(PG, CC) 5.00 Bowls. Australian Open. Women’s singles first semi-final. From Darebin, Melbourne.

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(PG) Real-life accounts of tiger and leopard attacks on humans which have left their victims scarred both physically and emotionally.

Movie: Sleepover. (G, 04, R, CC) Home Shopping. (G)

Garner Ted Armstrong. (G) Life Today With James Robison. (G) Weekend Sunrise. (CC) The Amazing Race. (PG, R, CC) True Beauty. (PG, R, CC) Movie: The Neptune Factor. (G, 73, R) Football. AFL. Round 1. Melbourne v Sydney. From the MCG. Surf Patrol. (G, R, CC) Drive-Thru Australia. (G) News. (CC) Sunday Night. (CC) Border Security. (PG, CC) The Force: Behind The Line. (PG, CC) Bones. (M, R, CC) The body of a practising polygamist is found disguised as a scarecrow in a remote cornfield. While the team works against the clock to avoid an oncoming storm, Booth and Brennan question the victim’s wives, three sisters, discovering how jealousy between the women caused a rift in the family.

Castle. (M, CC) Serial Killers: Bodies In The Barrels.

(M, R) The First 48. (M) Home Shopping. (G) Early News. (CC)

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

Rosehill Guineas Day. Featuring the Group 1 Rosehill Guineas (2000m), the Group 2 Magic Night Stakes (1200m) and Pago Pago Stakes (1200m).

Fishing Australia. (G, R) News. (CC) Discover Downunder. (G) News. (CC) Funniest Home Videos. (PG, CC) Movie: Alvin And The Chipmunks.

(G, 07, R, CC) News Special: NSW Election. (CC) To Be Advised.

Movie: A Star Is Born. (M, 76) Late Programs.

Go, Diego! Go! (G) Dora The Explorer. (G) Weekend Today. (CC) Wide World Of Sports. (G, CC) The NRL Sunday Footy Show. (G) The Sunday Roast. (PG) The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air. (G, R) F Troop. (G, R) Wildfire. (PG) The Farmer Wants A Wife. (PG, R, CC) Rugby League. NRL. Round 3. Sea Eagles v Knights. From Brookvale Oval, New South Wales.

News. (CC) Customs. (PG, CC) Send In The Dogs Australia. (PG, CC) 60 Minutes. (CC) The Mentalist. (M, CC) Harry’s Law. (M, CC) CSI: Miami. (M, R, CC) The Guardian. (M) Rugby League. Super League. Round 7. Warriors v Wolves. From DW Stadium, Wigan, England.

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

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

My Family. (G, R, CC) Dog Whisperer. (G, CC) News. (CC) 7.30. (CC) Australian Story. (CC) Four Corners. (CC) Media Watch. (CC) Q&A. (CC) Lateline. (CC) Lateline Business. (R, CC) Blue Murder. (M, R, CC) The Clinic. (PG, R, CC) Movie: Three Came Home. (b&w, M, 50, R, CC) Bowls. Australian Open. Women’s singles first semi-final. Replay. From Darebin, Melbourne.

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

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Sunrise. (CC) The Morning Show. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Movie: Patricia Cornwell: The Front.

(M, 10, R, CC) Dr Oz. (PG) Medical Emergency. (PG, R, CC) Larry The Lawnmower. (P, R, CC) Kid Detectives. (C, R, CC) News At 4.30. (CC) Deal Or No Deal. (G, CC) News. (CC) Today Tonight. (CC) Home And Away. (PG, CC) My Kitchen Rules. (PG, CC) Conviction Kitchen. (PG, CC) Cracks start to show as both teams focus on starting afresh, working in Curley’s Melbourne restaurant. The trainee who quit last week is given a second chance.

Brothers & Sisters. (M, CC) My Shocking Story. (PG, R) Follows the story of Li Guoxing, who was injured in a bear attack and received a full face transplant.

Parks And Recreation. (M, R) Home Shopping. (G) Early News. (CC)

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

Rugby League. Super League. Round 7. KR v Giants. From Galpharm Stadium, Huddersfield, England.

Homicide. (b&w, M, R) Danoz Direct. (G) Good Morning America. (CC) Early Morning News. (CC) Today. (CC)

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Behind The News. (G, CC) What I Wrote. (G, R, CC) Arrows Of Desire. (G, R, CC) Ace Day Jobs. (G, R, CC) Big Ideas. (CC) Midday Report. (CC) Time Team. (G, R, CC) Meerkat Manor. (G, R, CC) Darling Buds Of May. (PG, R, CC) Children’s Programs.

My Family. (G, R, CC) Dog Whisperer. (G, CC) News. (CC) 7.30. (CC) Foreign Correspondent. (CC) How Earth Made Us: Fire. (G, CC) QI. (PG, CC) Phillipa Finch. (G, CC) Jennifer Byrne Presents. (CC) Lateline. (CC) Lateline Business. (R, CC) Four Corners. (R, CC) Media Watch. (R, CC) Movie: Saint Joan. (b&w, PG, 57, R, CC) Catalyst. (Final, G, R, CC) Big Ideas. (R, CC) Talking Heads. (G, R, CC) The Cook And The Chef. (G, R, CC) Late Programs.

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Sunrise. (CC) The Morning Show. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Movie: Daniel’s Daughter. (G, 08, R) Dr Oz. (PG) Medical Emergency. (PG, R, CC) Larry The Lawnmower. (P, R, CC) Kid Detectives. (C, R, CC) News At 4.30. (CC) Deal Or No Deal. (G, CC) News. (CC) Today Tonight. (CC) Home And Away. (PG, CC) My Kitchen Rules. (PG, CC) The hopefuls are forced to cook in one of the world’s tiniest kitchens aboard a moving train on the way to Darwin.

Winners & Losers. (M, CC) Bec pushes the others to share their winnings with Jenny, but when Jenny indulges in a rant it seems her fate is sealed. The womens’ friendship faces its biggest test.

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

(M) 10 Years Younger. (PG) Mercy. (Final, M, R, CC) Home Shopping. (G) Early News. (CC)

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Today. (CC) Kerri-Anne. (PG, CC) News. (CC) Alive And Cooking. (G, R) The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG, CC) The View. (PG, CC) Days Of Our Lives. (PG, CC) Entertainment Tonight. (CC) Magical Tales. (P, CC) Kitchen Whiz. (C, CC) News. (CC) Hot Seat. (G, CC) News. (CC) WIN News. (CC) A Current Affair. (CC) The Big Bang Theory. (PG, R, CC) Top Gear. (PG, CC) Jeremy, Richard and James go head-to-head against their opposite numbers from Top Gear Australia in a car-based version of The Ashes.

Adults Only 20 To 01. (Mlns, R, CC) Kitchen Nightmares USA. (MA15+, CC) Cricket. ICC World Cup. Semi-final.

From R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (G, R) Entertainment Tonight. (R, CC) Early Morning News. (CC) Today. (CC)

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sbs one Toasted TV. (G, CC) Me And My Monsters. (C, CC) Scope. (C, CC) H2O – Just Add Water. (C, R, CC) Hit List TV. (PG) Landed Music. (PG, CC) Hook, Line And Sinker. (G, CC) Motor Racing. (CC) Formula 1. Race 1. Australian Grand Prix. Qualifying.

From Albert Park Circuit, Melbourne.

Evening News. (CC) Movie: Ice Age. (G, 02, R, CC) A troupe of Ice Age animals roam the snowfields in an attempt to return a human baby to its tribe.

Movie: Die Hard. (Mdlv, 88, R, CC) Bruce Willis, Bonnie Bedelia, Alan Rickman, Alexander Godunov, Reginald Veljohnson. A New York police officer takes on a gang of terrorists who have taken over his wife’s Los Angeles office building on Christmas Eve. Football. (CC) AFL. Round 1. Adelaide v Hawthorn. From AAMI Stadium, South Australia.

Infomercials. (PG, R) Bayless Conley. (G) It Is Written. (PG) Hour Of Power. (G)

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Filipino News.

Spanish News.

Greek News.

French News.

Hindi News.

Arabic News.

Russian News.

Turkish News.

Idomeneo. (G, R) Peggy Baker, 4 Phrases.

Eating Art: On The Menu. (G, R) PBS NewsHour. (CC) Prototype This! (G) World News Australia. (CC) Monster Moves: Colossal Courthouse. (G, R, CC) Iron Chef. (G, CC) RocKwiz. (M, CC) Movie: La Vie En Rose. (M, 07, R) Marion Cotillard, Emmanuelle Seigner, Gérard Depardieu. The troubled life of French singer Edith Piaf, whose personal life stood in stark contrast to her iconic status as a performer.

SOS. (MA15+) Life’s A Zoo. (M, R, CC) Drawn Together. (MA15+, R, CC) WeatherWatch.

sbs one Mass For You At Home. (G) Hillsong. (G) Totally Wild. (C, R, CC) The Elephant Princess. (C, R, CC) Meet The Press. (CC) All 4 Adventure. (G) Oz Made. (G) Hit List TV. (PG) Motor Racing. (CC) Formula 1. Race 1. Australian Grand Prix. Race Day Coverage. Featuring the Celebrity Race. From Albert Park Circuit, Melbourne.

Motor Racing. (CC) Formula 1. Race 1. Australian Grand Prix. Race Day. From Albert Park Circuit, Melbourne.

The Biggest Loser Families. (PG, CC) Modern Family. (PG, CC) Bondi Rescue. (PG, CC) Hawaii Five-O. (Mv, CC) NCIS: Los Angeles. (Mv, CC) NCIS: Los Angeles. (M, R, CC) Movie: Narc. (AV15+dlvs, R, CC) Infomercials. (PG, R) oyce Meyer. (PG) Kenneth Copeland. (PG) James Robison. (PG) Benny Hinn. (PG)

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Early News. (CC) Toasted TV. (G, CC) Totally Wild. (C, CC) Wurrawhy. (P, CC) News. (CC) The Circle. (PG, CC) Dr Phil. (PG, CC) The Oprah Winfrey Show. (PG, CC) Ready Steady Cook. (PG, R, CC) Judge Judy. (PG, CC) Infomercials. (PG, R, CC) Good Chef Bad Chef. (G, CC) The Bold And The Beautiful. (G, CC) News. (CC) 6pm With George Negus. (CC) Evening News. (CC) The 7PM Project. (PG, CC) 2011: 87 Days Of Disaster. (CC) House. (M, CC) Good News Week. (M, CC) 6pm With George Negus. (R, CC) News/Sports Tonight. (CC) The Late Show With David Letterman. (PG) Ally McBeal. (M, R) Infomercials. (PG, R) Joyce Meyer. (PG) Kenneth Copeland. (PG) James Robison. (PG) Benny Hinn. (PG)

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WeatherWatch & Music.

Mandarin News Australia. (R, CC) WorldWatch.

Urdu News.

Maltese News.

Football Asia.

Soccer. Euro 2012 Qualifier. Spain v Czech Republic. Highlights. From Estadio Nuevo Los Cármenes, Granada, Spain.

UEFA Champions League Magazine.

Speedweek.

Nerds FC. (Final, G, R, CC) Two Of Us. (PG, R, CC) Clay Aiken. (PG) Little Mosque On The Prairie. (PG, R) Living Black. (CC) Cycling Central.

Thalassa. (G, CC) World News Australia. (CC) A History Of Scotland. (PG, R, CC) Dateline. (CC) Cutting Edge: Reagan. (M, CC) Miniseries: The Accursed Kings – The She-Wolf Of France. (M, 05, R) Movie: Lost In Beijing. (MA15+, 07, R) WeatherWatch.

Korean News.

Japanese News.

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Spanish News.

Greek News.

French News.

Hindi News.

Arabic News.

Russian News.

Turkish News.

Food Lovers’ Guide. (G, R, CC) Dateline. (R, CC) Insight. (R, CC) Letters And Numbers. (G, R, CC) The Journal. (CC) FIFA Futbol Mundial.

The Crew. (G) Living Black. (R, CC) Letters And Numbers. (G, CC) World News Australia. (CC) MythBusters. (CC) Man Vs Wild: Texas Desert. (CC) World News Australia. (CC) Ugly Americans. (M, CC) South Park. (M) The Mighty Boosh. (Final, M, R, CC) The World Game. (R) Living Black. (R, CC) Movie: Warchild. (MA15+, 06, R) WeatherWatch.

Korean News.

Japanese News.

sbs one Early News. (CC) Toasted TV. (G, CC) Totally Wild. (C, CC) Wurrawhy. (P, CC) News. (CC) The Circle. (PG, CC) Dr Phil. (PG, CC) The Oprah Winfrey Show. (PG, CC) Ready Steady Cook. (PG, R, CC) Judge Judy. (PG, CC) Infomercials. (PG, R, CC) Good Chef Bad Chef. (G, CC) The Bold And The Beautiful. (G, CC) News. (CC) 6pm With George Negus. (CC) Evening News. (CC) The 7PM Project. (PG, CC) Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Generation.

(PG, CC) NCIS. (M, CC) NCIS. (M, R, CC) 6pm With George Negus. (R, CC) News/Sports Tonight. (CC) David Letterman. (PG) Ally McBeal. (M, R) Infomercials. (PG, R) Joyce Meyer. (PG) Kenneth Copeland. (PG) James Robison. (PG) Benny Hinn. (PG)

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WorldWatch.

Filipino News.

Spanish News.

Greek News.

French News.

Hindi News.

Arabic News.

Russian News.

Turkish News.

Movie: The Best Day Of My Life. (M, 04, R) The Market. (G, R) Living Black. (R, CC) Letters And Numbers. (G, R, CC) The Journal. (CC) PBS NewsHour. (CC) Global Village. (G, R, CC) Letters And Numbers. (G, CC) World News Australia. (CC) Insight. (CC) Wonders Of The Solar System: Aliens. (G, CC) Part 5 of 5.

World News Australia. (CC) Hot Docs: Into The Deep – Whaling And The World. (PG, CC) Movie: Grbavica. (MA15+, 06, R) The Children’s Ward. (M, R, CC) WeatherWatch.

Korean News.

Japanese News.

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Annual carp day at Numeralla The annual mud marlin fishing competition was held over the weekend in Numeralla.

This year was the seventh year this competition has taken place to help lower numbers of Carp in our waterways.

Event organiser Brett Jones said, “It had been another successful weekend with everyone who took part having a lot of fun. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t on our side, hence the number of fish taken was lower than last year. I would like to thank this years sponsors for once again helping to make this weekend so successful.”

This years sponsors were: Murrumbidgee CMA, Alpine Angler, Cooma Monaro Shire Council, Cooma Camping World, Cooma Sports Store, Boller & Co, Braidwood Ground spraying, Boyce Chartered Accountants, Spic & Span cleaning, Cooma Rural, Numeralla Olives, Trotts Transport and Fran

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Winners on the day were; under 5 years-Lexi Alcock, under 12 girls-Lauren Blacka, under 12 boysCody Gould biggest fish and Darcy Barnes most fish caught, teenage boys-Jack Barnes biggest fish and Lochy Vlahos most fish caught, open women-Marg Warren biggest fish and Madeleine Boucher most fish caught, open men’s-Danny McGufficke biggest fish and Bill Warrener, most fish caught.

The secret weight was this year was1.265kg, with Alex Gould catching a fish of this exact weight. The lucky door prizes went to Peter Vlahos and Madeline Boucher. There was a total of 145 fish caught over the weekend with about 300 fingerlings. The total weight for all of the fish caught this year was 163.98kg.

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Are you interested in Graphic Design and print media ?

If so, The Monaro Post would like to hear from you.

We are growing and are seeking to employ a trainee in Graphic Design/Pre-Press.

If you have a flair for design, are computer literate and would like to work in a challenging and exciting environment, forward your resume to : Production Manager The Monaro Post PO Box 1227 COOMA NSW 2630 or email production@monaropost.com.au Applications close Monday, 30th March 2011.

POSITION VACANT

COOMA-MONARO SHIRE COUNCIL New South Wales Cooma-Monaro has a population of 10,000 and is located only an hour's drive from skiing the majestic Snowy Mountains, swimming off the beautiful South Coast and utilising the city advantages of Canberra. Sydney is four hours away and the Shire offers a secure country lifestyle, with great resources and a community that values your family.

The Council has an area of 5,421 square kilometres with a large town and several villages including the growing village of Michelago on the ACT border.

HUMAN RESOURCES AND RISK MANAGER PERMANENT FULL TIME Position Number IS/POSI162 Council is seeking the services of an experienced and innovative professional to join the Corporate Services Management Team in the capacity of Human Resources and Risk Manager. The successful applicant will report directly to the General Manager and will be responsible for coordinating a team of staff.

Applications are encouragedfrom individuals who have the ability to lead, plan and provide high quality outcomes. The successful candidate will possess appropriate tertiary qualifications, the experience and the ability to demonstrate a broad understanding of the provision of contemporary human resources and sound risk management principles to an astute, diverse and committed Council.

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WORKS TECHNICAL OFFICER Position Number IS/POS/161 5IJT QPT*UJPO XJMM XPSL JO UIF &OHJOFFSJOH UFBN FOWJSPONFOU BOE XJMM CF QSJNBSJMZ responsible for' the preplanning and project activities for Works. You will also be developing, implementing and reviewing procedures and WMS for the Roads Service activities along with developing asset replacement and maintenance programs. This is a key service within Council and as such excellent communication skills, great aptitude and a capacity to get the job done will be well regarded.

Applications close on Friday, 25 March 2011.

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Written applications quoting the relevant position number should be addressed to the General Manager.

Council uses an objective selection and recruitment process and welcomes applications from anyone who is qualified for these positions.

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We are offering a full time sales/stores/delivery position.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

AUDITIONS!!!

Cooma Little Theatre For three one act plays Production opening June 17, 2011 3pm Sunday 3rd & 7:30pm Tuesday 5th April at the theatre, Monaro Ave. Further information contact Mark Salvestro on 0408 589 020.

New talent always welcome!

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Cooma Lambie Street Pre-School will be holding their AGM on the 31st of March at 7pm. Light supper provided, all are welcome to attend.

GIO is Moving

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

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Come and See Catherina and Belinda in their new Office.

THANK YOU

Thankyou The family of Leonora Ingried Strano (Leo) who died tragically on February 11th 2011 extends their sincere thanks to everyone who offered condolences and sent tributes in the form of cards, letters, flowers, food and also those who offered prayers of comfort.

Please accept these heartfelt thanks from Mary, Kate, Alex, Linda, Franceska and Alexander, and Milic, Svetlana and Finn.

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KAUFLINE, Marjorie Norma Passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 20th 2011 at Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre, Cooma.

Aged 85 years.

Dearly loved wife of Kevin (DEC), mother of Byron and Deesiree.

The relatives and friends of the late MARJORIE NORMA KAUFLINE are invited to attend her funeral service to be held by the graveside in the Cooma Lawn Cemetery, Cooma at 11:00am on Friday March 25th 2011.

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LAMB, Winifred Norma Elizabeth (Betty)

Passed away peacefully on Saturday March 19th 2011 at Cooma Hospital, formerly of Ernest Phillips Ave, Cooma.

Aged 86 years.

Dearly loved wife of Wallace (DEC). Mother and mother in-law of Kenneth and Louise, Maree, Susan and Keith, Christopher and Christine. Adored Nan to Brendon, Matthew, Melissa, Jonathan, Simon, Karen and Ben. Great grandmother to Finn, Maden and Radha.

Ex-service man and women are asked to please attend.

The relatives and friends of the late BETTY LAMB are invited to attend her funeral service to be held in the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church, Cooma, on Thursday March 24th 2011 commencing at 11:00am. At after which a private cremation will take place

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JAMIESON, Kevin Stanley Passed away peacefully on Friday, March 18th 2011 at Imlay Nursing Home, Pambula, formerly of Lambie St, Cooma. Aged 80 years.

Dearly loved husband of Daphne. Father of David, Donna and Alison. Adored Pop to Nathan, Melissa, Jessica and Brock.

The relatives and friends of the late KEVIN STANLEY JAMIESON are invited to attend his funeral service to be held in the Saint Paul’s Anglican Church, Cooma, today Wednesday March 23rd 2011 commencing at 2:00pm. At after which a private burial will follow.

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Cooma netball news Welcome everyone to another season of netball.

With the weather teasing us on Saturday, the rain managed to hold off so all games were completed and all in good spirit.

Thank you to everyone that has registered and hopefully the season will be great.

We started the morning off with the young Nettas, focusing at the moment to develop their skills, to create legends of the future.

Netta will be on every Saturday 11.30 till 1pm. The more the merrier, so come along and register.

1pm saw the 12’s division comp begin, with the Firecrakers winning over the Licorice allsorts. Parents described it as a very close and competitive game.

Jumping Fleas also took to the court with the Hot Chilli Peppers with both Madeline Rooney and Laura Cooke taking out best and fairest and Cherry Ripes, having the bye.

2pm, the 14’s division took to the court, with the Purple Pops, successful over the Dynamites, and the Pandas successful over the new Tweens team.

Open division kicked off at 3pm and while a couple of teams forfeited, The Vintage Bellas won over the Boyce Bandits.

However, it is only early days of the comp at this stage.

Registrations are still being accepted, for more information email coomanetball@hotmail.com

Louis breaks 15 year discus record On the eve of the end of the 2010/11 season Jordan Louis has set a new record for the U/12 boys discus event, with a throw of 30.89m breaking the old record held by Will Davis of 30.52m set in 1995.

There were 73 personal best performances achieved on Thursday night at the last competition night in 2010/11 season at Snowy Oval.

Top performers on the night were U/6 Girl Clara Thornton and U/13 Boy Darcy Clayton both attaining four PBs. Others to achieve three PBs were U/7 boy Doran Morgan, U/9 girl Leah Rogers, U/9 boy James McGufficke, U/10 boy Joshua McDonald, U/12 girls Javana D’Amico, Kate Downie and Zali Steiner.

There were many athletes that topped the season off by passing milestones in their PB performances.

These athletes reached 10 PBs for the season: U/7 Jesse Lunt and Bailey Walsh, U/9 James McGufficke, U/10 Bailey Rogers, U/12 Javana D’Amico, Kate Downie and U/13 Darcy Clayton.

Those that reached 15 Improvements: U/7 Azach Morgan and David Shorten, U/9 girl Leah Rogers and Zali Steiner. Others that gained 20 Improvements milestone for the season were sisters Clara and Lucy Thornton, Doran Morgan and Jordan Davis.

Two brothers attained 25 improvements; Jonathan and Joshua McDonald. Only one person reached 30 improvements for the season and that was U/12 athlete Jordan Louis.

Top performances on the night U/7 Girl Lucy Thornton came very close in capturing the 400m record when she blasted out of the blocks to come within a half second of the record with a very impressive time of 1:34.03 sec. I look forward to seeing what she is able to produce next season.

Another good time for U/7 400m was Ryan Harmer with 1:34.21 sec, we also expect him to shine over this distance as the years unfold.

U/8 Girls Taylah and Brianna Rankin “dead heated” in their 100m, clocking 19.50 sec and nearly produced another one in the 50m with only centimetres between them, with Taylah (9.62 sec) breaking the tape 25cms ahead of Brianna (9.67 sec).

Jesse Williams and Bailey Rogers created an exciting finish to the U/10 boys 70m with Bailey (11.37 sec) inches ahead of Jesse (11.50 sec) this week.

Liam Rankin’s 8.53m in the U/11 triple jump was just five centimetres off the record. Liam has a great possibility of claming the triple jump record as a U/12 next season.

plan to deliver a world-class alpine experience to rival the best ski resorts in the world.

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Better maintain our national parks by providing an additional $40 million for this purpose across the state – this will be particularly welcomed in the high country.

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Increase funding for Tourism Snowy Mountains by $250,000 so they can develop more targeted marketing programs.

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Fight for new road black spot funding to provide for the widening of Kosciusko Road after the Barry Way roundabout to ensure traffic delays like the one which occurred last year don’t happen again.

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Work with the Federal Government to upgrade security arrangements at Cooma Airport to allow regular jet transport, particularly from Queensland.

“Additionally I will set up a working committee with local stakeholders to examine the costs versus the benefits of waiving of the Kosciuszko National Park entry fees from October to June starting in 2011, an initiative which could be funded by the elimination of collection costs at park entry gates.

CROSSWORD Cryptic Clues ACROSS

9. A life wasted in chill surroundings of a mining town (9) 10. Exercise the day before may rub up the wrong way (5) 11. Overdub limits part of the movie that's offensive (7) 12. Trumpet call is the price of supporter's ticket to the game (7) 13 and 23-across. Dismiss an entire nationality from picnic competition? (4,4) 14. Marriage broker who has lighter work? (5-5) 16. Waste energy in outward appearances (6) 17. Copper made up most of a shop's business (6) 21. Concierge worked around the West End if completely self-centred (10) 23. See 13-across 26. Raise one's spirits in parts of 4-down (7) 27. Kind of oil rarely seen under cover (7) 28. Australian individual with a protective layer (5) 29. Cross the rubicon at the place where they're hatched (9)

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1. One annoyed by the previous kind of clue (6) 2. Church service takes care blasting wanton killing (8) 3. One tripped over foot, over and over again (5) 4. Capital near the ruined ... (7) 5. ... building may die off with figurehead on the rocks (7) 6. Oriental horse and tailless rodent named after the same person (9) 7. Make some comments when you grade schoolwork again (6) 8. Tamer going out on a limb with a cable (8) 15. Number observed ringing sporting contest (9) 16. Meat dish in a strip club, perhaps (8) 18. Attempt is bound to stave off mockery (8) 19. Nice scrawled line beneath the street pattern (7) 20. Form of tongue, face, figure etc (7) 22. Speaker who is skilled in the laboratory (6) 24. Stick it out to the finish and rue results (6) 25. Boss distressed when accepting Newstart from pretentious people (5)

LAST WEEKS SOLUTIONS

Pictured, some of the under 12s action at the Cooma netball courts last Saturday.

The Nationals candidate for Monaro John Barilaro has outlined his five-point action plan to create jobs and bring additional government services to Jindabyne and the Snowy Mountains.

“After 16 years of this incompetent NSW Labor Government I know people are ready for a change but they also want to know that the NSW Liberals & Nationals have a practical and achievable plan for the region,” Mr Barilaro said.

“Our plan to keep NSW ski fields number one is based on the very simple premise that we have the best facilities and ski fields in the Southern Hemisphere and we need to be able to maximise their economic benefits.

“I’ve already announced that in partnership with the Jindabyne Chamber of Commerce if I’m elected the NSW Liberals & Nationals will allocate $100,000 towards the Lake Jindabyne Shared Trail Network to further develop the region’s appeal.

“If I’m elected on March 26, my five-point action plan is to: 1.

Work with the alpine resorts, NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service and other stakeholders to develop a strategic marketing

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

Soccer stars Rising Soccer Stars Rhayne Simpson and Cohen Williams of Cooma Played in the ACT Southside Premier League U12’s Futsal Championships, held at EmpowerDome last Thursday night in Chisholm in the ACT, and came away League Champions.

The boys have been training in a Soccer Development Squad for the past 12 months under the Coaching of Lino Fiorese of Brindabella Soccer Club, and also ACTAS Canberra, and being involved in an off-season Futsal (indoor Soccer) League, was one of the requirements.

The boys, along with their team, stole the match from the Tuggeranong Tornadoes with a last minute goal, scored by Cohen to win 4-3.

Rhayne and Cohen now look forward to Teaming up with the ACT counterparts to take out this years soccer premiership, and after Thursdays win, they have proven to be the team to beat.

Cohen is proving that he is one of the strongest strikers in the ACT League, and should be a sought after contender in the bigleagues in his iminent future.

Rhayne is showing fantastic talent in goals, and hopes to overshadow his fathers NSL career, and find his place in mens A-League.

Aussies too strong for Colts

Lochie Schofield bowling for Aussies. Right: the Colts could only manage 69.

The A Grade grand final was held at Rotary under cool and at times damp conditions on a good batting wicket but slow Rotary oval. Colts won the toss and elected to bat, A slow but steady start which has often been the way the colts have done it all season. Aussie got the breakthrough when Kev Regan was runout after rightly being sent back by opening partner Mitch Clarke (12). Things didnt improve for the colts losing star batsman Campbell Hillman for 0 then followed a steady fall of Colts wickets. Colts did there best to defend but struggled to clear the ball of the wicket square. The Colts succumbed in the 32nd over all out for a dissapointing 69, The wickets were shared amongst the Bowlers, Lochie Schofield, Daniel Jacobs and Ben Shaw the main wicket takers.

The Aussie started cautiosly but the scoreboard was ticking over mainly in part to some wayward bowling from the Colts. At 0/20 the Aussie looked bound for glory until a breif spell of accurate and quick bowling from young gun Jacob Moon removed older brother Nick Moon and danger batsman Ben Shaw in his 1st over and with the loss of Boo

2011 AFL Umpire Road Shows Over the past two months, AFL Umpires and Umpiring Development Staff from right across the state have been taking to the road and visiting numerous regional umpiring centres and schools to promote umpiring.

Last Tuesday March 15, the Cooma Cats Australian Football Club hosted AFL Boundary Umpire, Luke Roberts, and AFL Umpire Development Manager, Jock Hillgrove, for a range of activities, which began with a clinic and information session at the Snowy Oval.

Luke and Jock then visited Monaro High School on the Wednesday where they gave a presentation regarding life topics such as leadership, communication, decision-making and management, and explored what AFL Umpiring is and what the role of the umpire entails.

In regards to the school visit, Jock noted

“It was very successful with about 60 students at the Monaro High School talk.

“It was good to give a different perspective on AFL and to spark some interest within some young people.

“We are looking forward to doing another one in the future,” Mr Hillgrove concluded.

If anyone is interested in finding out more about AFL umpiring, contact Stuart Wood on 0422 496 400 or Jock Hillgrove on 0402 201 316.

Pictured; AFL Boundary Umpire, Luke Roberts, and AFL Umpire Development Manager, Jock Hillgrove.

Ewart in the next over the Aussie were in big trouble at 3/26. Troy Saddler and Dean Wolfe formed a partnership and with a few big overs took the game right away from the Colts. A dissapointing loss for the Colts as they were far and away the best team in the comp and without doubt that would be the worst performance they put in all year with both bat and ball and a shame they had to put that game on in a grand final. The Aussie bringing up there consecutive A Grade premierships in a real team effort with all players having a part in the win and winning without their super star Sam Williams which will be a wakeup call to the rest of the comp as they have often been labeled a one man team.

The AGM and Presentation night is on friday April 8 at 7pm. $25 a head two course meal and two hours of drinks, RSVP to Ben Hearn 0416 258 422 before Friday April 1.

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Big weekend at Cooma Bowling Club The ongoing struggles in the pennant and Monaro Shield and some very close matches in Cooma’s major singles championship made for a very interesting weekend of bowling action.

The battle for positions in the zone play offs in the 2011 pennants has intensified following Sunday’s round of matches. The two lower graded teams – Jindabyne and Cooma 6 – have set up a great finish to the season with both recording wins over their higher graded opponents.

Jindabyne had a very exciting clash with the previously undefeated Adaminaby. In the game played at Jindabyne the locals managed to grab an overall win despite losing two of the three rinks. They outscored Adaminaby in the aggregate shots to give them a 4 – 2 win.

At Cooma, Cooma 6 again outplayed the Cooma 5 side to record a 5 – 1 win. Cooma 6 won two of the three rinks and had a 56 to 49 aggregate shots win.

With two games to go Adaminaby continues to lead the competition on 16.5 points. Jindabyne and Cooma 6 are equal second on 11.5 while Cooma 5 trails on 8.5.

Jindabyne a n d Cooma 1 h a v e m a i n t a i n e d t h e i r undefeated status in the Monaro Shield.

Jindabyne had a clean sweep defeating Bombala 8 – 0 at home. Cooma 1 has a narrow 0.5 competition lead after beating Cooma 2 7 – 1. Nimmitabel are a clear third after a close home win against Adaminaby by 6 – 2.

Cooma 1 currently leads the table on 21.5 followed by Jindabyne on 21, Nimmitabel on 14, Adaminaby on 4.5 and Bombala on 2. .

The Cooma major singles championship continued with some very close matches. Ignazio Mondello had to withstand a late challenge from Giulio D’Amico before winning 31 – 29. It was a close match throughout.

After 28 ends D’Amico was just in front at 24 – 23. Mondello then won the next four ends to be in sight of victory at 30 – 24. D’Amico hit back with five shots on the next two ends to be just one behind before Mondello closed the match out on the 35th end.

Peter Harris won the last seven ends of his game with Bill McDonald to come from nine shots down to win 31 – 26. McDonald looked on top when he led 26 – 17 but he could not stop Harris’ finishing surge that started with two lots of three shots.

Two former champions – Peter Caldwell and John Schoon – had the misfortune of drawing one another in round one! In an excellent match Caldwell was never headed but he had to fight to hold off several determined surges from Schoon.

Caldwell was in a strong position when he led 23 – 15 only to see Schoon cut the lead to a single shot at 25 – 24. At this point Caldwell won four ends on a trot to close the match out at 31 – 24.

Ross Russell – another former champion – did not have it all his own way as he had to pull out all

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stops to beat John Vincent 31 – 21.

Brian Seears showed his class in his first championship match at his new club downing Colin Roberson 31 – 16. Stumpy Wallis set up yet another clash with Neil McGregor when he outplayed Owen Russell by 31 – 12 and Cobber Seears continued his good form with a comfortable win over Col Cottam.

The pennant and Monaro Shield will continue next Sunday with important matches in both competitions. In the pennant Cooma 5 will be at home to Jindabyne and Adaminaby will host Cooma 5. In the Shield Jindabyne will host Cooma 1, Cooma 2 is at home to Nimmitabel and Bombala will travel to Adaminaby.

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McGregor, M Buckley, J Schoon; P Marsicano, J Sajina, K Weston, P Caldwell Pennant 6 vs Jindabyne at Cooma: S Seears, D Jarvis, R Wallis, C Roberson; J Vincent, R Nichols, D Steinfort, G D’Amico; S Roncelli, I Mondello, B Seears, P Cannell Monaro Shield 1 v Jindabyne at Jindabyne: H Peuker, D Buckley, H Walker; T Botto, O Jebbink, V Clark; X Cottam, M D’Amico, L Snell; R Wainwright, L West, P Longhurst Monaro Shield 2 vs Nimmitabel at Cooma: C Meillon, D Jackson, R Downey; L Lodge, D Russell, M Reeve; J Baumhammer, K Goodwin, A Baumhammer; M Meillon, S Lapham, W McDonald Play in the major singles will continue on Saturday with the following matches scheduled: D Jarvis v P Caldwell; M Meillon v R Russell; R Downey v M Storta; J Sajina v T Brooks; P Cannell v K Weston; N McGregor v R Wallis and T Gray v M Buckley.

Pictured, Peter Caldwell on his way to victory over John Schoon.

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Junior Red devils in squad Once again the Cooma Red Devils have a large in Cooma. amount of junior players in the South Coast The under 12’s won their game 5 tries to 2, Monaro representative side. Last Saturday the under 14’s lost their game 2 tries to nil and these boys in their rep teams took on the the under 16’s won their game 8 tries to 1.

Tuggeranong Vikings in a pre season trial game

Above: Cooma Red Devls players in under 12 – Blake Rixon, Charlie Allen, Matthew Swain, Edward Larritt and Dylan Van Gemert

Left: Under 14 Hughie Allen and Daniel Swain

Cooma veterans too good for Queanbeyan Cooma Golf by Garry Atkinson Our Veterans pennant team blew the field away last Thursday defeating the much-fancied Queanbeyan club 4 to 2.

With a big win now under their belts plus a very close round four of the Super Stableford competition on Sunday, the week of golf was once again full of interest and close matches.

In the Sunday Super Stableford event great golf by Rob Brown - A grade, Denis Minehan - B grade and Jim Darley - C grade (on a countback from Benny Bowerman) saw the three grade winners all equal on 37 points . Ball winners went down to 30 points with nearest the pin going to Gaye Wilson on the ninth and Denis Minehan on the 17th. From the low scores conditions appeared to win on the day.

Saturday’s stableford competition saw winning scores again not hitting the 40 mark with A grade winner Phil Patricks on 39 points narrowly edging out Terry Johnston on a countback .

B grade winner Campbell Childs on 38 points played consistent golf and Steve Edgenton on 33 points battled the conditions to put his stamp on the C grade field .

Ball winners went all the way down to 32 points and nearest the pin on the ninth was Steve Young with a great shot and Brian Searl on the 17th. Longest drives saw (never miss a fairway) Terry Johnston take out A grade with long hitting Ricky Hanna – B grade and Tim Dorahy – C grade.

Our A reserve pennant team again found conditions tough and with several players unavailable did very well to narrowly go down to a much

improved Belconnen team at Yowani Golf Club. Robbo was our stand out player with a solid win at number four.

The Cooma team now need to pull a big win out of the golf bag next weekend . Luckily this forthcming match will be at Cooma on the team’s home course and with the best players from the area in attendance the Sunday matches will be a great opportunity for spectators to see some really great golf. Best of luck to the team in their last round match.

Last Wednesday saw a strong field compete in a single stableford with Andrew O’Keeffe winning with 37 points. Denis Minehan enjoying his Wednesday golf came in second with 35 points and Chris Brown finishing in third spot on a countback from Prawit Prakotasung. Ball winners went down to 29 points and our nearest the pins went to Geoff Simpson on the ninth and Richard Hanna on the 17th.

The afternoon Amrose competition was taken out by M. Rainsford, M. Gelling and P. Tozer in both the handicap event and the scratch event with a fine 31 & 3/6th. Ball winners were A. Barnes and D Robinson with 32 & 3/6th.

Golf this week sees a single stableford on Wednesday the 23rd.

Saturday 26th is the monthly medal which will be a stroke event in three grades. Please note the Holden Scramble which was scheduled in the program book has been changed to later date.

Sunday 27th is another single stableford with pennant matches aplenty. As always, spectators and visitors are most welcome to enjoy the club facilities and immaculate looking golf course. Good luck to all golfers and have a great week of golf.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

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Cooma Cats Pre-Season Cup another great success

AFL players from Monaro, Canberra and the South Coast came to Cooma last weekend for the third annual Cooma Cats Cup and Gala Day. Middle: Michael Altus was voted the Cats best player on Saturday.

AFL players and fans from the coast, Canberra and the Snowy Mountains have come together again for a successful final pre-season hit out in the annual Cooma Cats Cup played last Saturday in Cooma.

Club president Dave Paterson said this year’s event, the third of its type, was another great effort by the Cooma Cats in staging a significant AFL carnival here on the Monaro.

“In the scheme of things, the Cooma Cats are a small footy club and run by a handful of passionate people keen to keep AFL alive in the region.

“And then to be able to bring a showcase event like this to the community with over 200 players and fans coming to Cooma to play in a knock-out competition as a key part of their final pre-season training program makes you proud to be associated with the club,” Dave said.

The Cooma Cats play in the Canberra AFL fourth division, yet participating clubs from Canberra used the opportunity to bring a mixture of fourth and third division players to hone their skills in the demanding knock-out format of the competition.

Around Eighteen modified games were played by the teams on two ovals at Nijong throughout the day.

“We saw some great football from the guys and girls taking part, and I’m sure the clubs will take away some good lessons for their coming seasons,” Dave said.

“And having a large number of third division players in the competition this year really lifted the standard of footy on display, making it very entertaining to watch,” Dave said.

As for the Cats, while they didn’t take the cup on the day, coach Damien Asanovski was happy with the efforts of his players.

“And through our strong relationship with the Woden Blues Football Club, who play in the third division competition in Canberra, we managed to incorporate a number of their experienced players into the Cats’ team for the carnival which challenged and lifted the local blokes in a positive way,” he said.

The eventual winners of the Cooma Cats Cup for 2011 were Belconnen who narrowly defeated Tuggeranong in a thrilling final.

The days also saw three of the AFL Canberra Women’s League teams (Belconnen, Tuggeranong & Queanbeyan) come down to Cooma to play a series of practice games throughout the course of the day.

The Men’s teams who took part were: Cooma, Woden, Ainslie, Belconnen, Tuggeranong and Tathra.

Dave praised all the Cooma Cats officials, supporters and sponsors who supported the club in staging this year’s Cooma Cats Cup. “It’s not always easy keeping a footy team on the field with the ever increasing costs associated with community sport, so to have the support we do have is much appreciated,” Dave said. *The Cooma Cats first game for the 2011 season will “We managed two have a good win over Tuggeranong be held at Snowy Oval on Saturday April 2. The club in one of our pool matches which was encouraging, will then hold a “Season Launch” dinner at Dodds Hotel and it gave our blokes their first real hit out before the that evening which will include the unveiling of the club’s season starts on April 2 (at Snowy Oval),” Damien said. new memorabilia display.

Cooma Ladies Golf Wet weather has dampened enthusiasm for golf over the last week but the grass is loving it.

However, last Saturday a small field played in the second round of the Elsie Egan Trophy/CS event.

The winner was Gaye Wilson with 73 net.

Her game has been on song and she was pleased with her approach. A ball was won by Lorraine McGregor with 81 net. A much larger group played a nine-hole stroke event. The winner was Dorothy Bilbow with 43 net. Balls were won by Clare Nowland and Lyn Last, both with 45 net.

This week the annual Far South Coast and Tablelands Open Ladies’ Tournament is being contested. We wish all those playing good luck and even better golfing!

Coming up: Wed, 23rd – 18 hole stroke choice 9; Sun, 27th – Super Stableford Rd 4 See you on the course!

Club Championships finalised Dulcie Thistleton is once again the Ladies Club Champion for 2011.

Dulcie was on song from the first round, 94 gross, and backed it up with a steady performance in the second round, 92 gross, enabling her to set up a sound lead. She faltered somewhat in the third round, 99 gross.

However, she was able to hang on to her narrowing lead to take out her seventh championship in a row.

The A Grade winner was Marilynne Weston with 301 gross. The runner-up was Rulie Steinfort, 302 gross.

The B Grade winner was Gaye Wilson, 289 gross, and the runner-up Misook Barnes, 296 gross.

The C Grade winner was Jenny Brown, 342 gross, and the runner-up Val Leitch, 348 gross.

The winner of the Nell Horsfall Memorial Trophy was Gaye Wilson with 217 net.

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Wednesday March 23, 2011

New young heart for the Stallions This year’s Cooma Stallions First Grade team will see a new nucleus on the paddock.

Four players, Lochy Schofield, Andrew Boller, Nick Moon and Jono Clarke, who have played together since the under six grade, are hoping to be together again in 2011.

Their aim is to win the flag for 2011.

Their last grand final win was in the under 16s team and now, aged 20 and 21, the boys are keen to add a senior flag to their collection.

They have played together in football, touch football and cricket, so they are very familiar with each other’s play.

The only season they haven’t played football together was two years ago when Nick was in England.

They had a few games together in 2010, but this year are hopeful they will have a longer season in first grade, together.

Because they have played together for so many years, the boys know each other’s play very well and can run off each other very effectively.

Their respective positions in the team, halfback, second row and fullback/winger, gives their play a natural momentum, which should result in a fast, effective try-scoring outfit.

This year’s first grade coach, Steve Russell, has coached the boys since they were in the under 13s, so he has been a large part of their development.

He also knows how to get the best

out of them, individually and as a unit.

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By becoming a member it will entitle you to: • Free entry to all home games (except finals games) • Members lucky number prize draw after every home game.

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Coolamatong Golf Ron Wallace 2011 Club Champion The final round of the Club Championships played on Sunday saw Ron Wallace come home with 74 off the stick to win the Championship ahead of Walter Ammann.

Division 2 winner was George Zamja and division 3 went to Duane Burke. Handicap winners were division 1 Walter Ammann, division 2 Bob Key and Division 3 Herman Obermaier. Ball competition for players not in the championship went to P Parvianen with 66 nett, Ben Clancy 71 and Don Killen 77.

Longest drive went to Ron Wallace - division 1, Ben Clancy - division 2 and Duane Burke division 3. Nearest the pin on the 6th was George Zamja and on the 12th was Colin McCullough. Ball winners for the Saturday round WOOLWORTHS

were Colin McCullough 68, Wayne Tuckwell 69, Herman Obermaier 69 and Brian O’Halloran 71. The round winner for the ladies stroke was Mary Obermaier. Runners up were Betty Thompson, Carolyn O’Byrne, Jan O’Halloran and Jenny O’Byrne. No player had their eye in for nearest the pin. On Wednesday, the ladies called it quits in the rain, no one ventured out.

Good luck and maybe good play to the girls going to Merimbula for their annual golf holiday.

For the men who braved it, Mark Sadgrove 35 points, Alan Weston 32, Ron Duncan 32, Ross Thompson and Norm Archibald.

Nearest the pin was Alan Weston.

Sunday March 27 is the inter-club shield match between Bombala and Coolamatong first round to be played at Coolamatong.

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The Stallions new heart for 2011 – Lochy Schofield, Jono Clarke and Nick Moon. Andrew Boller was in Canberra when the photo was taken.

The boys as under 16s – Lochy, Jono, Andrew and Nick.

The boys in their under six team – Nick , Andrew and Lochy.

Cooma Rifle Club Last Saturday was busy with Cooma Rifle Club shooting from 300 yards in the morning for the monthly spoon competition while the Biathlon Association shot from 50m in the afternoon on the new small bore range.

The wind didn’t help any one, as it was strong, gusty and varying from the north to the east. Six shooters participated in the morning with Don Robb scoring 97.8 to win by a few points from Damien Doyle on 95.4, followed by Noel Barrett on 94.8, Frank Toth on 92.4, Graeme Crundwell on 86.1 and Bill Bultitude on 84.0.

Noel won’t be shooting for a while now because of eye problems while Frank Toth is just back from similar troubles.

Our group is not called the Geriatric Fusiliers for

nothing – though actually we have some younger members.

With handicaps, Don won from Noel by a point, then Damien, Frank, Graeme and Bill. The spoon was won by Damien.

The small-bore range has been inspected and approved so the Biathlon Association held an event that was a great success.

There was a sausage sizzle followed by shooting with the Biathlon rifles and competition targets and a paper Bogong moth target. There was a very good attendance of enthusiastic youngsters and even some of the oldies had a go.

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Cooma wins Under 14s cricket premiership Cooma under 14 Boys Cricket Team has had a pleasurable and productive season.

The boys defeated skillful rivals Marist College to take out the 2010/11 winners trophy.

The team was ecstatic with their convincing win in a full days play on Sunday. Cooma were sent to bat first in what were challenging conditions.

Captain Luke Johnson and opener Noah Learoyd confidently led the charge both scoring runs while enduring rain and a polished Marist attack.

The first wicket tumbled at 21 and all rounder Matthew Bruce took the crease.

In a typically stylish performance Matt scored a stabilising 20 runs before being caught in the outfield.

Undeterred Cooma blazed forward with talented batsmen Josh Hogan and Brandon Williams dominating the strong Marist bowlers.

At end of session Cooma were 3/73 in 25 overs. Marist were then sent to battle the Cooma bowling attack in what was to be a 50 over spell. With quick wickets from openers Jack

Parkyn and Luke Johnson Marist were in trouble.

The Marist panic deepened when first change bowler Josh Hogan scored a valuable wicket.

Noah Learoyd was to cement the oppositions demise with an excellent spell of spin with figures of 4/13. Marist were dismissed for 110 in 42 overs.

With a further 25 overs to reply, Cooma surpassed the oppositions total with more than seven overs spare and six wickets in hand. Brandon Williams achieved 35 not out with youngster Damien Hayden confidently holding up his end.

The team’s success this year has also been due to the enthusiastic and capable younger team members.

On many occasions Cooma has relied on their consistent performance to help them through. It has also been a wonderful opportunity for these boys to learn from their older peers.

The team is comprised of Luke Johnson, Matthew Bruce, Josh Hogan, Brandon Williams, Jack Parkyn, Damien Hayden, Noah Learoyd, Kel Macnab,

Alexander Childs, Joshua Steinke, Ben Turner-Mann and James Hayden.

Special thanks go to Brent Williams for coaching the side and many parents for their continued support.

Kudos to Luke Johnson for captaining fairly and effectively.

A special mention also goes to James Hayden for being a brave and skillful team member despite being in year 5/6 during the competition. It has certainly

Cooma’s under 14s cricket team has won the 2010/11 competition, defeating Marist.

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AFL players and fans from the coast, Canberra and the Snowy Mountains have come together again for a successful final pre-season hit out in the annual Cooma Cats Cup played last Saturday in Cooma.

Club president Dave Paterson said this year’s event, the third of its type, was another great effort by the Cooma Cats in staging a significant AFL carnival here on the Monaro.

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