The Monaro Post August 31, 2016

WEDNESDAY August 31, 2016

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N O I T A G I T S E INV Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation CEO Andy Goodwin has confirmed that the company is working with the Australian Federal Police in investigations around potential bribery by overseas SMEC staff.

The alleged bribery was to secure two multimillion dollar contracts in Sri Lanka and in Bangladesh.

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COOMA MAN CHARGED

A former Cooma man has been charged with dozens of child sex offences after he was arrested in the early hours of Saturday morning in Campbelltown.

Detectives attached to Strike Force Conroy arrested a 67-year-old man on 21 counts of aggravated sexual assault

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in Queanbeyan Local Court on Tuesday, September 6.

Investigators renew their appeal to anyone who believe they have been a victim of a crime such as this, or who may have information about similar crimes to contact their local police station.

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man earlier in the year with three aggravated sexual assaults and 10 aggravated indecent assaults.

These assaults allegedly occurred between 1993 and 1996 in Cooma, and targeted a boy under the age of 16.

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and 20 counts of aggravated indecent assault over a 17year period. Police will allege the assaults were committed between 1982 and 1999 on four victims under the age of 16.

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All the world’s a stage for Monaro High students Love, passion, ambition and rebellion were alive and well at Monaro High School last week as students performed some classic Shakespearean scenes with Bell Shakespeare. Artists in Residence, Peter Cook and Cameron Moore, spent two weeks at the high school, sharing their love of Shakespeare

by giving students the opportunity to perform and engage with the classical plays. “It is a privilege to bring an experience to rural students that they can’t get anywhere else�, explained Mr Moore. “Shakespeare was written to be performed. The language and characters come

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alive when students perform it.� The students are taught to engage with the language as they perform the scenes. “The drama workshops build their confidence, which is really important. Having the students to engage with the language and poetry expands how they express themselves,� he said.

Australia’s national theatre company, Bell Shakespeare has been visiting schools for more than 25 years aiming to make Shakespeare more accessible to rural and remote students. Their visit to Monaro High School was all thanks to the Reid family of the Clea Pastoral Company at Anembo, near Jerangle.

Ian Reid, who has had a long

association with Bell Shakespeare, visited the school with his wife Jill to watch the students perform in the workshops.

Mr Reid commented: “It is so nice to see the school p r o g r a m in action and know just how valuable it is for rural students to have these experiences.�

Mr Cook explained how important philanthropic funding is to the Bell

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Shakespeare Artist in Residence program. “The Arts rely heavily on private funding, even William Shakespeare himself would have sought sponsorship for his work.

Without support, Monaro High School students would not have this amazing experience.�

To those who question the relevance of Shakespeare in today’s modern world, Mr Moore highlights that the main themes of Shakespeare’s work. “Love, passion, jealousy, politics, ambition and anger are reflected in the human condition. They are all very prominent aspects of all our lives. Once you get behind the language, the plays and poetry are very relevant to today’s young people,� he said.

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and Wildlife Service (NPWS) in the snowy mountains area to be on the lookout for tossers.

Steve Beaman, EPA Executive Director Waste and Resource Recovery, said that ‘Operation Frostbite’ is targeting litter on the ski fields and on arterial roads coming in and out of the NSW ski fields throughout the peak snow season of August. “EPA officers will be undertaking education and enforcement campaigns to keep an eye out for litterers both at the snow and on the main roads leading to the snow fields this ski season,� Mr Beaman said. “Hey Tosser! posters and billboards will be displayed leading in and out of the ski field areas and throughout Thredbo and Mt Selwyn Resorts to help remind people to take their litter with them. “Anyone caught tossing litter from a vehicle could face a $250 fine. “Litter is a blight on our environment and it is particularly disappointing

in holiday areas like the ski slopes where people are looking to enjoy themselves and the scenery.�

Mr Beaman said every year the NSW Government, NSW councils, land managers and community groups spend more than $167 million to manage litter. “This is a shameful figure that could be so easily be reduced by individuals taking responsibility for their own rubbish by putting it in the bin or taking it with them. “That is why the NSW Government has committed $20 million to help reduce litter volume across NSW by 40 per cent by 2020. “That includes working with councils and land managers on enforcement and education to help reduce littering behaviour and target litter hotspots.�

Mr Beaman said that more than 12,000 people have already registered to report litterers and that everyone can help to reduce litter this ski season by registering

on the EPA website at http://www.epa.nsw.gov. au/litter/from-vehicle.htm Fines for littering from vehicles range from $250 for an individual to $500 for a business.

Top five holiday Hey Tosser! tips: Have litter bags in your car, especially on long road trips, that can be emptied in rest stop bins along the way.

Take a plastic bag with you on the ski slopes if you know you’ll be creating litter so you can take your rubbish home with you if there aren’t any bins or if they’re full.

Use water bottles from home and reusable food containers on picnics and outings so you create less litter to throw away.

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SMEC under investigation by AFP Cultural health education Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation (SMEC) is currently under investigation by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) for bribery surrounding some overseas contracts.

Recent media reports indicate that the AFP are currently investigating allegations of overseas SMEC staff bribing officials in order to secure a $2.3 million sewerage project in Sri Lanka in 2011, and a second power plant project worth $2.2 million in Bangladesh in 2007.

The AFP are also examining company emails concerning the request of a political donation from the then senior minister and now Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena. This request came prior to the signing of cabinet papers securing a $1.82 million dam contract for SMEC in 2009.

SMEC’s CEO Andy Goodwin has issued a response to the recent publicity surrounding the investigation, which confirms that SMEC is working with the AFP in their investigation and is confident that the company operates in a lawabiding manner.

“SMEC initiated an independent review by a leading law firm, who reviewed both the AFP’s allegations, as well as SMEC’s corporate governance and compliance framework. It concluded that SMEC’s corporate governance and compliance framework is as good, if not better, than our industry peers.

“SMEC operates a zero-tolerance culture with regard to any non-compliance with its governance and compliance policies and procedures.”

Local driver overturns near Bombala A local driver was lucky to escape serious harm when he flipped his car just past the Coolumbooka Bridge near Bombala last week.

The male driver was heading towards Cathcart from Bombala on Tuesday night, August 23 when he lost control on the bend just after the bridge, losing traction in the dirt to the side of the road.

The small car rolled an unknown number of times before coming to land on its roof in a nearby ditch.

Local Police say that the driver left the scene before authorities

arrived, but spoke with Police a short time later and gave a brief account of the incident.

Apart from minor cuts and abrasions, the driver was unharmed and did not require treatment.

Police say that speed was a contributing factor to the accident, and it is expected the driver will be issued with an infringement for negligent driving.

Pictured: A Bombala man has escaped serious injury after rolling his car near the Coolumbooka Bridge on the night of August 23.

Renewed focus on Southern NSW NSW Deputy Premier and Leader of the Nationals Troy Grant has today announced Bronnie Taylor as new

P a r l i a m e n t a r y Secretary for Southern NSW and Regional Communications, delivering an increased focus on regional communications in the bush.

Mr Grant said Mrs Taylor will do a terrific job in the role and complement a strong team driving priorities for regional NSW. “Bronnie will bring a renewed focus on regional NSW, ensuring the communities of southern NSW

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“She has a track record of delivering for her community and I know she will kick goals in her new role. “ R e g i o n a l communications is an important issue in the bush and a clear priority for the NSW Liberals & Nationals Government with this responsibility now attached to the Southern NSW Parliamentary Secretary role.

“I thank outgoing Southern Parliamentary

Secretary Katrina Hodgkinson for her service in the role.”

Mrs Taylor said, “I’m so thrilled to have been given this opportunity.

I love living in Southern NSW and anyone who knows me, knows the passion and commitment I have for it.”

“Better outcomes for our communities are what I’ve always been about – I can’t wait to get to work in this new role.”

Aboriginal patients accessing Cooma Hospital are set for an improved experience following a state-wide training program being rolled out at the hospital.

All hospital staff underwent the Respecting The Difference training program at various stages over the past Andrew Stewart, Jandemarra Wall and five months with the Brendan Church. final training session wrapping up last Friday. feedback about the training.”

Facilitated by locals, Uncle JD, and Coordinating the rollout across the Andrew Stewart, the training program region is Brendan Church, Aboriginal was designed to breakdown Aboriginal Employment and Traineeship stereotypes and provide greater Coordinator for the Southern NSW understanding of the needs Aboriginal Local Health District, who said one patients have when they deal with of the program’s strength was its hospitals. ability to provide factual and relevant “It’s a cultural awareness program information. for the hospital workers and today “It’s important to provide the staff [Friday, August 26] was the fifth and with factual information – about last session,” JD said. hearing stories from elders down “Staff learn how to identify problems on the ground. Understanding the with Aboriginal people coming into historical context behind disadvantage hospitals and how to approach them. is important,” Mr Church said.

For example If they’re older, it’s better Staff also watched a video on the to call them aunt or uncle, it makes Stolen Generation, one that JD said them feel more connected rather than struck a chord. He also believes staff Mr or Mrs.” will now be better equipped to deal Mr Stewart said the training will with Aboriginal patients. benefit staff and patients with those “Aboriginal people coming into undertaking the program provided with the hospital will have a pretty good a deeper appreciation of Aboriginal experience. The five groups we’ve had patients accessing health services. have been pretty good,” he said.

“They’ll [patients] get a more “It changed some of their views, respectable experience,” Mr Stewart the whole five groups have been very said. receptive.”

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A fabulous evening at Spring Ball Jindy Idol winner returns The Rotary Spring ball was held over the weekend with 79 people attending the event which was held at the Cooma Ex-Services Club. $1,200 was raised for the Cooma Hospital Auxiliary which will go towards much needed

hospital resources.

Entertainment was provided by Mikelangelo and two of The Black Sea Gentlemen and a local dancing school did a dance, Rock and Roll Cowboy, which the audience loved.

Best dressed male and female were Dave Holgate and Iris Kornek.

Special thanks goes to Clare Numeyer for her work in organising the event.

Top left: Jeff Bowland and Helen Bowland Bottom left: Claire Numeyer and Darryl Gaukrodger Below: Dave Holgate and Iris Kornek, the best dressed male and female.

James Hines, a student at Jindabyne Central School won the Tim Draxl Scholarship in 2012 when he wowed the audience at Jindy Idol with his exceptional talent on the violin.

James said, ‘I was in year 5 when I won the Tim Draxl Performing Arts scholarship and that offered me more lessons.’

Since then James has continued to learn, play and improve his skills and recently passed his Australian Music Examinations Board grade 8 with honours. This year he has been invited by Tim to play for us at the conclusion of Jindy Idol’s entertainment. James, along with a dance group from Cooma, will be wrapping up the night’s fun as votes are tallied and winner’s decided.

As we look forward to this event, tickets are selling fast at the Jindabyne National Park Regional Visitor Centre and at Cooma Visitor Centre. Don’t forget to go along soon and arrange your table or individual tickets to attend. $25.00 for adults and $12.00 for children, which includes champagne and soft drink with nibbles on arrival and a delicious supper at interval.

At the time of going to print nearly all performer spots are taken, so if you do wish to enter, do not delay.

Watch this space for the announcement of names of our two judges who will join Tim on the night. See you on 24th September at Jindabyne Memorial Hall at 6pm for an exciting night!

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“This alert has simply allowed us to be more vigilant on infection control and to be on the lookout for early symptoms. We want to ensure the health of our residents – our highly trained staff are well aware of the indicators of influenza,” said Joe Vescio, Snowy Monaro Regional Council General Manager.

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Police kept busy this winter season, targeting drug-related crime Police received two reports of illegal shooting on Dry Plains Road on August 20. Witnesses claim to have heard gun shots and saw a suspicious white four wheel drive vehicle at about 3pm on the road near the gold course. One property owner reported two kangaroos dead from gunshot wounds in their paddock. Police are still investigating the incident.

A small motor vehicle accident occurred at the intersection of Vale Street and Massie Street on Sunday August 28. One vehicle failed to stop at the stop sign and a collision occurred.

No one was injured, however both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

Duty Officer Michael Handley would also like to remind drivers to slow down and be aware of wildlife on the road.

Police have been euthanizing wildlife on the side of the road in the area after being struck by vehicles. They pose a serious hazard and people need to drive accordingly to avoid accidents.

Man charged with sexual assault in Jindabyne A man has been charged with sexual assault following an incident at Jindabyne last week.

On Thursday 25 August 2016, a 19-year-old woman

contacted police to report she had been sexually assaulted the previous evening (Wednesday 24 August 2106).

Police have been informed the woman was allegedly sexually assaulted in a motel room.

Following an investigation, police attached to Monaro Local Area Command arrested an 18-year-old man.

He was charged with sexual assault and refused bail. He will appear in Queanbeyan Local Court today, (Tuesday 30 August 2016).

Drugs Police from the Monaro Command have been targeting the supply of illicit drugs and alcohol related crime in the alpine areas of New South Wales during a five day operation.

Police from the Monaro Target Action Group were assisted

by Jindabyne Police in conducting the high profile operation which sought to disrupt the supply of illicit drugs to the area and address issues of anti-social behaviour. Police conducted patrols of licensed premises as well as randomly screening vehicles as they entered Jindabyne with the assistance of Drug Detection Dogs.

of cannabis, cocaine, MDMA, methyl amphetamine and Psilocybin mushrooms. During the Operation Police also breath tested in excess of 1,000 vehicles and issued legal process for both licensing and street offences.

Detective Chief Inspector Grey said, “I find it disappointing that there is a minority element that still seeks to ruin the alpine experience for those people travelling to the area to enjoy their holidays. Police will continue to address the issues of alcohol and drug related crime through the conduct of these operations in the are.

Frequent inspections of licensed premises have been carried out in conjunction with highway patrol targeting drink and drug driving.

Duty Officer Michael Handley said that should an intoxicated person refuse to leave a premises after being instructed to do so, they may be up for a $550 fine. He encourages people to stay safe, do the right thing and to follow police instructions, or you could end up having a very expensive evening.

As a result of the operation police arrested 10 people who were charged with 19 offences. Police made seizures

No need to vote this September Residents and rate payers of the local government area now known as the Snowy Monaro Regional Council are not required to vote in this year’s Local Government Elections due to the merger. ‘’Electors who are enrolled within the Snowy Monaro Region, formerly known as the Bombala, Cooma Monaro and Snowy River Shire Council’s, do not need to vote at this year’s council elections, to be held on Saturday 10 September 2016�, explained Administrator Dean Lynch.

Mr Lynch went on to say, “Elections

for the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area will take place next year and will be held on the 9 September 2017�.

If you are unsure where you are enrolled visit www.votensw.info to confirm your enrolment.

For further information on this or any other Council matters phone 1300 345 345. To read more about Snowy Monaro Regional Councils latest news please view our website https://www. snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au or follow Council’s Facebook page.

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Boyce team raises over $30,000 for charity in City2Surf event Local professional services firm, Boyce Chartered Accountants once again travelled to Sydney to partake in the 14 kilometre City to Bondi course and recorded a number of ‘personal best’ times.

Apart from the challenge of competing, the real aim for Boyce is to raise funds for a chosen charity as part of the firm’s corporate social responsibility program. This year, the Boyce team elected to support the Amie St Clair Melanoma Trust, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising awareness of melanoma.

The Boyce team made up of employees, their family members and clients was supported by a generous country spirit according to Boyce Cooma Director Jono Forrest.

“The generosity of country people is well known but I think the support and enthusiasm we received this year even surprised us,” said Jono.

Boyce raised a phenomenal $31,294 for the Amie St Clair Melanoma Trust.

The Trust actively supports medical research and endeavours to provide better access to specialised care for the communities of the Riverina region. The Trust was created in honour of Amie who was only 20 years old when she was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma. Amie sadly lost her battle just one day after her 23rd birthday.

Trust Director and Wagga Wagga surgeon Dr Richard Harrison said “We are absolutely thrilled and so

very grateful for the huge amount you have raised for the Amie St Clair Melanoma Trust. It is truly unbelievable and more than we could ever have imagined.”

Annette and Peter St Clair, Amie’s parents, joined the Boyce team at their post-race celebration. They received the giant novelty check on behalf of the Trust Directors and were overwhelmed by the sterling effort from the entire Boyce team.

A huge thank you to everyone

who donated and to all the Boyce runners, walkers and support crew. We’ll be back again next year – the fund-raising aspect of this event is central to the firm’s philosophy of contributing to our

Look after Dad in Cooma this Father’s Day Equipment just some of the places most Dad’s would love to visit and spend his Cooma Gift Card.

This year there is a special Father’s Day themed Cooma Gift Card. All gift cards can be purchased from the below businesses: • Blue Sky Outdoors Cooma • Cooma Betta Home Living • Cooma Ex Services Club • Cooma Visitors Centre • Earth Song Wellness Centre • Kids Hive • Mainstreet Clothing • Mitre 10 Cooma • Roses Family Restaurant • South East Embroidery and 20 August 2016 marked the 100 day milestone for Your Workwear Snowy Monaro Regional Council; and 100 days These stores also since the former Bombala, Snowy River and distribute brochures listing Cooma-Monaro Shire Councils merged on 12 May all participating businesses 2016. It feels like it was only yesterday that the proclamation was handed down by the Minister where the cards can be for Local Government. We’ve come a long way in spent or you can go to the past three months and we still have a long www.whyleavetown.com/ way to go before our elections for the new Mayor Cooma. and Councillors take place in September 2017.

To be part of the Why Leave We have already identified areas in which there will be estimated cost Town Cooma Gift Card program savings and we will have greater a chance of receiving funding from businesses must be a Chamber grants that will become available to us. We are also in the process of member. Chamber membership is implementing new services and sourcing combined software for your $15 per month plus GST. benefit. There have been significant developments made for our tourism Now is the time for businesses sector that will be rolled out across the region in the coming months.

All staff should be congratulated on maintaining business as usual for the first 100 days. It is an exciting time for our team as some have had the opportunity to take on new roles and work with staff from other offices. The combined knowledge and skills we now have is unquestionable. It is worthwhile noting the achievements of our committed staff as everyone is working tirelessly to bring us together as seamlessly as possible.

The upcoming Father’s Day is a great opportunity to look after your Dad with a Cooma Gift Card he can spend locally and support local businesses.

Then Dad can choose his own gift from over 50 stores in Cooma that accept the Cooma Gift Card. It’s the perfect thing to give the man that has everything… or thinks he does.

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local communities and as a bonus, it helps us focus on our fitness.

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Life membership a meeting, attending all running days, supporting club visits to shows and actively supporting the biannual Engine Rally held in Bombala.

“Norm has been a staunch member, and very supportive of our club,” a spokesperson said.

“We look forward to his continuing in the future.”

The Bombala Historic Engine and Machinery Society has been very pleased to recognise the ongoing service of local man, Norm Vincent by presenting him with Life Membership.

Norm was present at the formation meeting of the Society on June 7, 1995, and has supported the club ever since.

He has rarely missed

Administrator’s Column

It’s great to see the community also taking advantage of the amalgamation. I have been approached by numerous individuals and organisations who are interested in holding events such as water skiing competitions and fundraisers for MS. This is very encouraging and I’m glad to see that community focused people are coming forward with their ideas.

We also have the opportunity to improve our exisiting infrastructure across the region. Council has been meeting with various people who would like to see particular developments and is also identifying areas that need upgrading.

The amalgamation has provided us with so many openings and we are busy working on maximising the opportunities that have been given to us. If anyone would like to discuss any ideas you may have, please contact your Local Representative Committee Members or contact Council.

Dean Lynch Administrator

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President of the Bombala Historic Engine and Machinery Society, Barry Crouch presented Norm Vincent with Life Membership at the club’s August meeting.

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Court report: Elderly driver fined for dangerous overtaking Karl Engelhardt, 84, has been fined $1000 for overtaking a vehicle when unsafe. The incident was captured by a dashcam of a B-double truck driver. The footage shows Mr Engelhardt’s white station wagon overtaking the truck and nearly hitting another oncoming B-double near the Bunyan Airfield on the Monaro Highway. The video went viral on social media and was picked up by various media outlets across the country.

Mr Engelhardt told police he did not realise the B-double was ‘so long’ or that there was another truck travelling towards him as he began to overtake. However he continued to overtake the B-double. At the time, Mr Engelhardt’s wife was a passenger and he told police that she had some choice words to say to him about the incident.

Peter John Bodycott, 36, was fined $660, had his driver license suspended for six months and was issued a 24 month mandatory interlock order as a result of a high range PCA charge. Blowing 0.175 on the Snowy Mountains Highway near Pine Valley,

he was charged with the offence at 11.45pm on July 8.

Matthew Charles Bower has been given a suspended sentence of eight months for assault occasioning actual bodily harm following an incident occurring on July 6 in Jindabyne.

Attempting to purchase alcohol while intoxicated at the Jindabyne BWS store located in Nuggets Crossing, staff refused him service and asked him to leave the premises. Refusing to leave and cursing staff, Bower assaulted the security guard after three attempts to get Bower to leave. The security guard suffered a scratch under his left eye and soreness in that eye due to being poked by Bower.

Bower was also fined $440 for offensive language in a public place and for remaining in a licensed premise once excluded.

Saxon George Conley of Chittaway Bay, NSW received $770 in fines, a driver license disqualification of seven months and a

mandatory interlock order of 24 months. He was convicted of a high range PCA, blowing 0.175 on Gippsland Street on July 7.

Police passed the vehicle going in the opposite direction in Gippsland Street and turned around with the intention of pulling over Conley’s vehicle for a random breath test. Upon turning around, police observed the 21-year-old exit the vehicle and run onto the nature strip to hide behind a tree. He then threw his keys onto the lawn of a nearby residence.

Nicole Louise Gant-Thompson, 42, blew 0.057 on Kosciuszko Road near Wilsons Valley with her young son in the vehicle on June 29. She received a fine of $330 and had her license disqualified for three months.

Brendan Charles Jones was caught driving with a blood alcohol reading of 0.131 on Kurrajong Street in Jindabyne on February 26. The 24 year old has been fined $550 and is disqualified from driving for six months.

Jae Anthony Perrott, 39, was fined $1100 and disqualified from driving for 12 months for driving while under the influence of methylamphetamine or ‘ice’. He was pulled over by police on the Monaro Highway at Bredbo on December 11, 2015 at 8.35am.

He was driving while suspended at the the time and has been fined a further $330 and disqualified for another three months.

John Damian Taylor was charged with three counts of offensive behaviour in a public place. The 63-year-old was seen urinating on a plant barrel outside the Alpine Hotel on Sharp Street, Cooma at 1.30am on May 1. Shortly afterwards, he was seen urinating outside the Sharp Street Surgery and on the corner of Sharp Street at Soho Street. He was heavily intoxicated at the time. Appearing in court earlier this month, Mr Taylor was sentenced to an Intensive Corrections Order (ICO) of three months for each charge.

New role for long serving teacher Di Rourke says the key to working with children who have special learning needs is to focus on the whole child.

Having recently been appointed the Special Education Assistant Principal, Di is very passionate about specialised learning and support.

With three assisted learning classes, Cooma Public School is the only school in Cooma that has separate, specifically designed classes and a dedicated assistant principal role for their special education program.

Di has been a teacher at Cooma Public School for the last 12 years, after moving to town from Newcastle.

One of Di’s biggest roles as the assistant principal is connecting the school with the wider community.

Liaising with organisations such as Community Health, Monaro Early Intervention Service (MEIS) and Family and Community Services (FACS) ensures that the children at Cooma Public School have access to all the resources available to them. It is also important to Di to maintain constant communication with parents to ensure each child is getting the attention they require.

With 17 children in the special education classes, there is always two staff members in each classroom, a teacher and a school learning support

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officer (SLSO). The staff also liaises with counsellors and they conduct therapy sessions with the children in order to get to know them and understand their specific needs.

Di says that by focussing on the whole child, in terms of academia, behaviour and emotion, they can work towards each of them becoming well-rounded adults. This process allows specific adjustments to be made in order to suit each child’s particular requirements for learning.

“Di has a wealth of experience,” says Principal Wendy Attwood.

“She has dealt with many students who need extra help in the mainstream classroom and is extremely passionate about special education.

Having her oversee our specialised learning and support team, who all do an outstanding job, is a real asset to our school, and to the region.”

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Donate your old microwave to Queanbeyan to Bombala Rocky Hall’s street library rail line being considered

The Cooma Men’s Shed is seeking old microwave ovens to be donated to create a street library for the small community of Rocky Hall, east of Bombala.

With a community of only about 150 people, a hall and a little shop, a representative contacted the Men’s Shed with the hope of them building a street library.

The Men’s Shed came up with the idea of using old microwaves to store the books, so that they

are protected from the weather.

The idea of the project is to create a community library on the street. People may help themselves to the books, swapping them for others or returning them when they are finished reading them.

The Men’s Shed is more than happy to lend a hand, and is asking members of the community to take a look in their garages for old, out of use

microwaves that need a new home.

The dimensions required are 57cm wide, 28cm high and 37cm deep.

Stacking microwaves on top of one another, the aim is provide space for as many books to be donated as possible.

If you have a suitable microwave to donate, please contact Rick on 6452 5484 for collection.

Students debate the big issues On Tuesday, 2 August, eight Stage 3 girls and Mrs Fergusson had the day in Nimmitabel for the final two rounds of the Premier’s Debating Challenge.

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Snowy Monaro Regional Council is re-visiting the feasibility of opening the rail line between Queanbeyan and Cooma, with council administrator, Dean Lynch, declaring the line is more viable than at its time of closure.

The last train to rattle through the Monaro was in 1989, and now 26 years on, Mr Lynch believes it’s time to open discussions with stakeholders to reopen the line through to Bombala. “The rail corridor is an asset for the growth of the region. Once it was closed it was always going to be difficult to re-open,� Mr Lynch said. “The railway flows between two of the old council areas [CoomaMonaro and Bombala Shire Councils] so Bombala should form part of that discussion as well.

Connecting the southeast through this rail corridor is on Mr Lynch’s radar.

He foresees considerable economic benefit to the region by opening up further transport options, linking Canberra, the Snowy Mountains and the Port of Eden. “There’s no doubt as Australia grows, infrastructure is a major thing. Some people might see the rail line as pie in the sky but it’s a transport corridor we can’t lose and if we did it would be to our detriment,� Mr Lynch

Snowy Monaro Regional Council Administrator, Dean Lynch, stands on the platform of the Cooma Railway Station where he hopes to see the rail line re-opened between Queanbeyan and Bombala. said.

Since the then state government closed the line between Queanbeyan and Cooma in 1989, trains have still had a presence in Cooma. The CoomaMonaro Railway (CMR) Society has in the past operated trains between the Cooma Railway Station and Chakola, as well as its popular trips to the racecourse on race day. With upgrades to the line required, activity has ceased for the CMR. Mr Lynch said council has been approached by a number of interested investors who have signalled their intentions of starting projects in Cooma if there was access to a functioning rail line. “The cost of getting the rail line up to a serviceable state is the issue. Once it’s in a serviceable state, to maintain the line isn’t the

issue,� Mr Lynch said.

Rail trail enthusiasts have indicated their willingness to see parts of the disused line turned into bike paths for locals and tourists to enjoy. Mr Lynch acknowledged the possible tourism benefits this would bring but said these plans should not be rushed into. “Part of the conversation needs to be with tourism operators. There’s lots of interest in the rail line becoming a rail trail.� “The issue with rail trails is that potentially you need the rail line to be closed which may not be in the best interest of everybody.� “We have to work out a way that if a rail trail eventuates then it’s used as a shared corridor when there is no trains on the line.�

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Narelle looking for new PB in the ‘Save Sight’ Challenge

Emergency information at the touch of a button for Cooma firies Cooma Fire Station firefighters have received a boost with new technology that will allow them to easily access critical information when responding to emergencies.

New mobile data terminals have been installed in the station’s fire truck, which provide vital information at the touch of a button. The devices feature hydrant and drainage maps, satellite navigation, weather information, operational guidance and chemical information.

Previously firefighters had to access this type of information through hard copy manuals and other means but the mobile terminals have centralised this data. The devices are also directly linked to the FRNSW computer aided dispatch system and allow firefighters to see in ‘real time’, which other resources are on the way to assist.

The devices are being installed in at least one fire truck in every fire station across the state – that’s 370 terminals in 336 fire stations.

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(FRNSW) Station Commander Chris Reeks said the mobile terminals provide better information to firefighters responding to the scene of an incident.

“When our firefighters respond to emergencies, having access to critical and current information is vital to ensure the incident is managed as safely and effectively as possible,” Station Commander Reeks said.

“The amount of information required to successfully manage an incident is considerable and these data terminals give firefighters a ‘one-stop-shop’ for all the information they need to manage that incident.

Lion Narelle Holcomb is undertaking the ‘Save Sight’ community challenge here in Cooma with her first fundraiser planned for 11 September at the Cooma Ex Services Club.

In 2013 Narelle successfully managed to raise over $8000 from a very small community and

“Our firefighters do a tremendous job in keeping their community safe and this technology will boost their ability to keep up that great work.

“This technology is another example of how well equipped FRNSW firefighters are becoming and people should feel assured knowing they have a world-class fire service with state of the art equipment looking after the community.

“In the last 12 months, the Cooma fire station has responded to 138 incidents so these new mobile data terminals are a welcome tool for the firefighters to help them.

subsequently won the Community Challenge Award at the end of the program.

The Save Sight Community Challenge is run for the benefit of the Lions Eye Hospital in Sydney.

Funds raised contribute to valuable research into eye diseases and the clinic is at the forefront of groundbreaking treatment in this field. The hospital undertakes cornea recovery

from donors and the waiting time for a cornea transplant has decreased dramatically. It is now a matter of days instead of weeks for this procedure to be delivered to patients. One cornea can be successfully divided up to nine times. Lions also have a bone bank attached to the eye hospital. A visit to the eye hospital if you are in Sydney is well worthwhile but contact them first to arrange a tour. It will be an eye opener, excuse the pun.

Narelle has a lot of ideas for fundraising, including a fashion parade, raffles, a teddy bears picnic, a scavenger hunt, giant garage sale and many others. If you have any ideas, please pass them onto her.

The first event is a Norwex cleaning products party on September 11 at the Cooma Ex Services Club commencing at 10.30am. Norwex have generously offered to donate a percentage of the overall takings from sales at this event to the challenge.

The products are environmentally friendly and are better than many of the commercial brands available in supermarkets. Flyers will be sent out soon and posted at various points around Cooma.

Narelle wishes to thank the Cooma Lions and the Ex Services Club for their enthusiastic and generous support and looks forward to working with them over the next year. She is hoping to replicate her previous efforts and hopes to bring a trophy back to Cooma.

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Cooma Gaol general manager feeling right at home in town

Coming from the maximum security prison in Lithgow, dealing with some of the most violent individuals in Australia, John O’Shea has the reputation of being firm but fair. Arriving as the new general manager at the Cooma Correctional Centre a month ago, Mr O’Shea is already feeling right at home.

“The centre here is actually really progressive in terms of the programs, the equipment and the education they supply,” he says, “I believe it is the third biggest employer in the town and I actually have three new staff members coming next month.”

Mr O’Shea says one of his passions about this job is providing career opportunities for his staff.

“I love being able to observe people and spot where in the correctional industry they could use their skills. There are a huge range of opportunities within correctional services, whether its intelligence, legal work, prison officers or community work.”

One of the areas Mr O’Shea wants to develop here in Cooma is the community projects the inmates are involved in.

“Community projects are a really good way to rehabilitate the inmates,” he says.

“It gives them a sense of worth, it is beneficial to the community and it helps assimilate them back into the community to prevent reoffending.

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One of the ideas Mr O’Shea is working towards is having the inmates work with dogs in need of a home.

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Again, this gives them a sense of purpose, it allows them to socialise with outside people and helps them develop skills to use once they are released.”

So far this year, the inmates at the Cooma Correctional Centre have undertaken 4,622 hours working on community projects, and a further 1,556 on Council initiatives.

Starting out as a chef by trade, Mr O’Shea secured a position as a catering overseer and after nine months switched to the custodial ranks. Since then he has worked in eight different gaols across the state including Bathurst, Oberon, Kirkconnell, Lithgow and now Cooma.

He even spent three months at a prison in Sumatra to train the staff there in best practices, interviewing techniques and riot control.

“I’ve had some amazing opportunities in this line of work, and have worked with some great people.” he says, “I love that this job allows me to deal with the worst people and with the best people.”

Mr O’Shea is keen to get involved in the community. He has already been to a Cooma Rotary meeting after being invited to be their guest speaker.

“I would like to thank the Cooma community for giving me such a warm welcome. I am very glad that I decided to make the move here to such a friendly town.”

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Students at Cooma TAFE studying hospitality in the ‘Tafe While at School’ program put on a morning tea and a lunch last week as part of their assessment.

The task was designed to put students in to a practical environment experiencing the cooking and front of house

elements of hospitality, with a specific focus on working effectively as a cook and working effectively with others.

Program coordinator Carolyn Ewart said it gave the students the opportunity to showcase their skills in plating and cooking and get a feel of what it is really like in a café or

restaurant.

“They’re learning some valuable skills, practical skills that can translate. They can go on to get a job while they are studying in the future,” she said.

The students put on a morning tea and a lunch for community members and TAFE staff including Head Teacher of

Tourism, Hospitality and Events for Bega and Cooma Deirdre Jory.

The course also contributes to the students HSC while teaching them valuable skills and giving them a nationally recognised accreditation.

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CWA spreading awareness Cooma’s CWA is launching its annual Awareness Week campaign, to be held September 3-10, 2016.

This year, the Cooma branch, along with 400 other CWA branches across NSW, have chosen to highlight the significant impact a lack of connectivity is having on their community.

CWA Cooma believe a lack of internet connectivity is severely hindering people’s ability to conduct business, as well as access education and healthcare – specifically mental health services – and can contribute to higher crime rates in regional and rural areas.

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One, the Cooma CWA ladies will be spreading awareness surrounding the issue of connectivity in rural communities on Friday, September 9 at 10am.

The reason for doing this is that they believe the Monaro region is not seeing the benefits of the digital age we are in. Only 37% of rural and regional Australians have good access to highspeed internet, with regional NSW being the worst. Across rural and regional Australia, 46% report poor access to mental health services and half have poor access to specialist health services.

Stop by the stall to visit the ladies and to find out what the situation is in our area and how

we can improve our connectivity.

The CWA is the largest women’s organisation in Australia and aims to bring together women and families for friendship and support, to provide a voice for women and to improve conditions for women and families, particularly in regional areas.

With over 9,000 members across the 400 branches in NSW, they all work towards the overall aims of the association, with their own agendas for their local communities.

For more information, please contact President Hazel Walker on 6452 4454.

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Book Week was once again celebrated with enthusiasm at St Joseph’s Primary School in Bombala.

The St Joseph’s Primary School of Bombala was very excited to hold its Book Fair and Book Week Parade last week.

It was great to see the students dressed as their favourite book characters, and what an occasion to welcome Mrs Shannon back from maternity leave.

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Animals on the Monaro and The Gully Gang returns The Raglan Gallery exhibition Animals on the Monaro opened over the weekend, showcasing a range of works varying from the representational through to the abstract.

Curator and artist Gillian Jenkins gathered 13 local artists to interpret Animals on the Monaro as their theme to work with.

Next month, author and journalist David Marr will open the Gully Gang’s seventh annual art exhibition at the Raglan Gallery on Saturday, 24 September at 3 pm. Perhaps best known for his definitive biography of author Patrick White, Marr has had a lifelong interest in all branches of the arts and so is keen to see what the Gully Gang has to offer!

Local artists taking part are Alison Starr, Bernadette Nater, Jan Carpenter, Helen Bohl, Lesley Henstridge and Jim Hart. Former locals, Patricia Boisgard and David Morgan, now live in Queanbeyan. Katrina Daly comes from Bathurst, Gaye Beyers from Melbourne and Jenny Marshall from Mittagong. Jenny Coopes, Ollie Henstridge, Libby Blainey and

Kerri Lenehan all live in Sydney, where Jenny is a student at the National Art School.

The exhibition will consist of 80 – 100 works. As well as paintings and prints in a wide range of media and genres (landscape, still life, abstract), there will be quirky ceramics from Jenny Coopes and Jenny Marshall. Two guest artists will be featured, both of whom were inspired by their previous contact with the Gully Gang. TV and film producer Penny Chapman opened last year’s show, and Samantha Donnelly has judged the “Coopes Challenge” for the past two years.

A themed “challenge” is set each year for the group by Jenny Coopes; this year’s theme is “3”, and David Marr has generously agreed to be the judge.

Everyone is warmly invited to attend the opening of this diverse exhibition, which continues at the Raglan Gallery until Saturday, 15 October.

Above: Curator Gillian Jenkins with her work ‘Knowledge has no Address’.

Below: Caroline Fox with ‘A Day in the Life of Rollie’, by Gillian. Caroline is pictured with Rollie, the inspiration for the artwork.

Gillian Jenkins and Bernadette Nater with her artwork, ‘The Administrator’.

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The NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) has announced an extension of the government’s successful Building Resilience to Climate Change (BRCC) program, which invites local government organisations to apply for grants up to $80,000. The project builds resilience to climate change in local communities by addressing identified risks and vulnerabilities.

Announcing the third round of funding, OEH Deputy Chief Executive Ian Hunter said local councils have a role in helping to manage the risks of climate change in their communities.

“They are responsible for a broad range of services likely to face significant impacts from climate change, such as public infrastructure, development and planning, environmental management, and protecting public health and safety.

“The third round of the Building Resilience to Climate Change program has now opened, offering $460,000 in grants for projects that build resilience to climate change.

“This round we are inviting council projects that build resilience of vulnerable communities or adapt priority infrastructure to climate change,” Mr Hunter said.

LGNSW President Keith Rhoades said adapting to climate change is important for all spheres of government, with the breadth of projects under consideration demonstrating a vast range of innovative and collaborative local solutions.

“The high level of interest from local government in this issue shows councils are seeking to tackle climate change risks within their day-to-day operations, including service delivery and infrastructure, to help protect their communities,” Cr Rhoades said.

“We are delighted that the Government has decided to extend this vital stream of funding support for councils to address climate risks.”

The grants encourage collaboration through local alliances, common activities and resource sharing, which builds capacity to address risks and vulnerabilities in regional communities.

“The effects of climate change pose different risks in different areas of NSW,” Cr Rhoades said.

“Fostering adaptation action at a local level helps all of NSW build resilience to climate change by creating

Book week celebrations Bushrangers, soldiers and other interesting characters were spotted roaming Nimmitabel last Friday as the students from the public school and the local pre-school joined together to celebrate Book Week.

This year’s theme: Australia!

Story Country, celebrates Charlie Fleming, Judah Filiga, Hugh Waldren Australian children’s and Jack McPherson. literature and the stories of all Australian iconic event as Book Week,” Ms people.

Swan said.

The school’s organiser for this “We had Ned Kelly, Andy Griffiths, year’s celebrations Ms Karen Swan, the Drover’s Wife and the Man from paid tribute to the creativeness of Iron Bark, a swagman from Waltzing the students and their families for the Matilda and Blinky Bill in the mix as thought they put into their costumes. well as students celebrating their “We had one of our best and most heritage from Italy and Ecuador. successful Book Week Parades “The theme and relevance of this ever,” Ms Swan said. year’s celebrations provided an ideal The students were challenged to opportunity for the students to be come along to school dressed up able to engage with our wonderful as a character from a book by an array of Australian, authors, books Australian author or as an iconic and illustrators.” character from Australian Folklore.

The Nimmitabel students Alternatively, the students had the continued to celebrate Book option to reflect their family’s history Week by sharing excerpts from by representing their ancestry and stories around a ‘campfire’, voting showing pride in their history. on their favourite books from the “The thought that our students and nominated shortlist in 2016 as well the families put into this year’s theme as participating in a video conference was a fitting testament to such an with popular author Andy Griffiths.

networks between community organisations, local councils and businesses and the NSW Government.”

The Government’s climate information portal www.climatechange.environment. nsw.gov.au provides local scale climate projections and impacts information, which enables local decision makers to build resilience to extreme events and plan for the future.

Mr Hunter said when state and local government work together to manage the risks of climate change in communities, it can reduce long-term economic, social and environmental costs.

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Tenor Brad Cooper brings his international show to Cooma Brad Cooper’s show ‘Kabarett – Night’s not only for sleeping’ is playing in Cooma following sell-out success in London, Melbourne and Hungerford Hill. Brad himself studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and in London and California, and he has performed in Operas in Germany, France, the Netherlands and

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Russia.

So, Cooma is in for a treat of international proportions when Brad sings on Sunday 11 September in the fantastic acoustics of the Anglican Parish Hall.

The award-winning tenor is touring ‘Kabarett’ to Cooma as well as several other major performance projects, this year. He is in Opera Australia’s production of Mozart’s ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony.

Michael Curtain, also a graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and a highly regarded performer with many of Australia’s leading singers, is Brad’s accompanist for ‘Kabarett’. Michael and Brad have worked together this year taking concerts to the Blue Mountains, the Hunter Valley and outback NSW. To enjoy this concert celebrating ‘wild, eclectic decadence’ get your tickets at The Fabric Salon. The concert begins at 2:00pm and will be followed by afternoon tea.

To celebrate National Science Week this year, the students of the Bombala Public School participated in a hands-on Science Fair.

The children enjoyed demonstrations involving chemical sciences including the food colour swirl, making plastic milk, creating gooey slime and making yummy, fizzy sherbet.

Other activities included making a magical dancing ghost using static electricity, building a balloon rocket and testing various models with different types of friction.

Students also enjoyed exploring polarity, viscosity and density when they made lava in a cup, a fizz inflator and blobs in a bottle similar to a lava lamp.

Time was also spent exploring surface tension and making soap powered boats.

Amongst all of this, a big hit on the day was making an exploding lunch bag where students investigated an acid–base reaction and tried to cover Mrs Brazel in a mess!

Another favourite of the students, but a

little bit noisy for some, was the ‘chicken noises in a cup activity’ - a great one to try at home!

The fair was a wonderful way to not only celebrate Science Week, but also to investigate several scientific concepts and processes.

The students of the Bombala Public School thoroughly enjoyed investigating several scientific concepts and processes during National Science Week.

Latest medical workforce data an alarm bell for governments The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) has warned that the latest medical workforce data for Australia has shown a decline in the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) general practitioners in Remote, Very Remote and Outer Regional areas, and should be an alarm bell to governments and policy-makers that more must be done to entice and retain these doctors in the bush.

The latest data is included in the Medical Practitioner Workforce 2015 report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. “RDAA is very concerned that in areas classified as Outer Regional and Remote/Very Remote, the number of General Practitioners (Full Time Equivalent) has decreased per 100,000 head of population in the previous 12 months� RDAA Vice President, Dr John Hall, said. “In Remote/Very Remote areas, the number of GPs (Full Time Equivalent) per 100,000 has decreased from 137 (in 2014) to 135.5 (in 2015). In Outer Regional areas, it has decreased from 116.8 (in 2014) to 116.3 (in 2015).

“This should be a real alarm bell for governments and policy-makers, and it reflects the urgent need for the role of National Rural Health Commissioner to be implemented sooner rather than later, in order to drive forward measures that will help reverse this decline. “Policy-makers and governments need to understand that people in Remote/Very Remote and Outer Regional areas are often forced to travel vast distances to access a GP for even a basic appointment. “Even the smallest reduction in GP numbers has a significant impact in these communities, where there is a higher prevalence of chronic disease and poorer health outcomes than for those living in the major cities or large regional centres. “RDAA is also very concerned that while General Practitioner numbers per 100,000 population have improved in the Major Cities and RA2 (Inner Regional) classification areas, this may not be telling the complete story. “While the Inner Regional classification includes some rural locations, it also includes

very large regional centres such as Cairns, Townsville, Rockhampton and Mackay — if these centres are where the growth in GP numbers is occurring, as we suspect it is, then GP growth is clearly not meeting the needs of rural communities. “This discrepancy in data underlines the fact that the Modified Monash Model classification system should be considered for this type of data collection and analysis going forward, rather than the outdated ASGC-RA classification system which the Government has already replaced for some medical workforce program purposes. “The AIHW report has again underlined the fact that doctors working in Outer Regional, Remote and Very Remote communities continue to work longer hours than their city counterparts. “In the Major Cities and Inner Regional classification areas, medical practitioners in the past 12 months have slightly reduced their average working hours, while the average hours for medical practitioners working in Outer Regional and Remote/Very

Remote locations have remained the same. “And with rural and remote locations across Australia continuing to struggle to attract specialists, RDAA cannot recommend strongly enough to the federal and state governments that there is an urgent need to progress a National Rural Generalist Framework in order to deliver more Rural Generalist doctors with advanced skills to rural areas. “Rural Generalist doctors are able to provide a wide range of advanced medical and clinical services which integrate closely with rural general practices, and they can work closely with distant specialists to oversee the care of patients living in rural and remote communities. “RDAA has welcomed the Federal Government’s election commitment that establishing a National Rural Generalist Framework will be a priority for the National Rural Health Commissioner when that position is itself established. “We look forward to working with the Government to make both a reality.�

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Profile | 43 years of rural practise, it’s the right time to retire Nearly 50 years in medicine has given retiring GP Dr John Price a great overview of many aspects of his profession.

A graduate of Sydney University, Dr Price spent his residency years working at Canterbury, Sutherland and then Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children.

A year as Paediatric registrar at St George followed.

As a Sydney boy, his attraction to general practice was prompted by his revered family GP, but rural practice seemed to offer a wider interest. A two-week Uni vacation spent with a Glen Innes GP, and later six months working as assistant GP in Young, confirmed the ambition.

Two years in the UK were spent in anaesthetics and obstetrics (with shorter periods of paediatrics and GP). There was also opportunity to motor-caravan on the continent with Anne and two children in summer of ’72, and Scandinavia (with addition of baby) in summer of ’73.

John advertised in medical journals, looking for a rural posting in NSW. Cooma at that time had two practises – and John accepted an offer by Dr Dick West, from the Sharp Street Surgery of a three-month Locum position as he was uncertain of committing to settle in Cooma. The family arrived in Cooma in September 1973.

In the second week of the locumship, the Tumut Pond bus crash occurred. In this shocking accident, a tourist bus from SA crashed into Tumut Pond dam, killing 18 elderly passengers and injuring 19.

Dr Price said, the incident really showed him what the town and the hospital and medical services were made of. It made up his mind that he wanted to remain in Cooma.

The incident also impressed upon him the resiliency of that generation – while their friends were housed in a temporary morgue, other members of the trip, on a second bus, quietly and efficiently moved among the dead, identifying them for the authorities.

The next year, one of the partners Dr Bob Englebrecht, went to the UK for six months – while he was gone, Dr Price took over his Cooma gaol and Cabramurra visits.

The trip to Cabramurra was originally assisted by the Snowy Mountains Authority car – but that didn’t last and Dr Price had to drive himself.

“The winter trip to Cabramurra after being on night duty was sometimes a bit interesting,” he said.

When Dr Bob returned, he resumed his gaol visits , but John continued the Cabramurra visits until 1996, by road or SMA Britten Islander, later the Australian-built Nomad aircraft.

SMA went over to choppers (Bell Jetranger and then Longranger) so many visits were then by air even in the winter – absolutely beautiful journeys.

“The Cabramurra connection included phone support to the resident Nurse seven days per week, and led to membership of the Cabramurra Ski Club . Our kids were introduced to skiing in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere – it was one of the best experiences.

“One night we went to Cabramurra for a ski club ball and we stayed at Edinburgh Cottage. Lady Hudson was also staying there. We slept in the next morning and when we got up, we found she had fed the kids. She was lovely”.

Early on, Dr West asked for his comments on the Practice, and that lead to a new patient record system for the surgery.

The previous system had used cards with multiple family members on same card and each visit was virtually treated as a oneoff. The new system included a summary page and continuing notes for each patient, including different members of the same family, so an overall view of each patient was easily accessed - pretty basic admin now.

The Prices were enjoying the new friendships, caring schools, swimming club, little athletics, tennis and also being about an hour’s drive from coast, Canberra and the snow.

During those years, seven medical officers provided cover for the Hospital (initially in an Honorary role).

We were fortunate they included two excellent specialists: Dr Leigh Phillips, a surgeon, and Dr Gilbert Wallace, Gynaecologist and Obstetrician.

Not all was joy: as duty MO (in all but one case), Dr Price certified eight deaths from selfinflicted gunshot wounds in his first 16 years in Cooma – so became a strong supporter of John Howard’s gun laws.

In mid-1989, the Sharp Street Surgery partnership was broken up.

Dr Price went out on his own at a surgery in Soho Street. There in 1993/94 he introduced “Medical Director”electronic medical records to the Monaro .

At the time, Mrs Price was nursing at the Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre.

She became ill and after surgery and other treatment decided to retire.

The Prices gave their staff six-months notice and the two of them set off “to smell the roses while we could” on a trip around Australia, doing locum work in places like Kalgoorlie, Albany, Halls Creek and Wyndham, where there were also fly-out clinics to Kalumbaru and Oombulgurri.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service’s (RFDS) closest base was at Derby, almost 450km from Halls Creek; on duty at weekends, the nearest doctors would be at Fitzroy Crossing 290km or Kununurra 360km....almost makes Cooma look suburban!

In Kalumbaru, originally a Catholic mission and an aboriginal community, John was impressed by the dedication of the nuns- one of whom was an 83-year-old who joined the mission as a 19-year-old novice, new from

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Portugal. Every day she would bake the town’s bread in a wood-fired oven – John was impressed by her dedication in doing this task, unsung, for 60-odd years.

Kalambaru also had been bombed by the Japanese – as its airstrip, built by the community under priest’s supervision, was the closest Australian airstrip to the Japanese forces in Dutch East Indies.

A year later the Prices decided another overseas trip was in order so they returned to the UK, but included China, Greece and Zimbabwe in the trip. One year later, NZ’s turn.

John was looking for a suitable practice to join until retirement and saw an advert for RFDS and Broken Hill Aboriginal Health Service (Maari Ma AHS). They moved there in December 1999 and saw in year 2000 on the balcony of the Palace Hotel with the RFDS “family”.

This position again gave John the opportunity to implement computerised records - eg knowing all the diabetics in the AHS meant greater opportunity for follow up to hopefully improve health outcomes.

All the RFDS medical and nursing staff also engaged in training to deal more effectively with ‘the golden hour’. This refers to the first hour or two of treatment in case of trauma, and sepsis, which has a massive influence on the outcome of treatment.

A program was developed in America by a surgeon after his family was involved in a plane crash when he was flying the plane.

He was not impressed by treatment his family received at a small US rural hospital – but then set out to change this – developing protocols for co-ordinated care, and courses to deliver this training – which is now virtually world-wide. At any disaster scene, ambos, nurses, doctors are all working similarly.

Similar courses exist (and are used by RFDS) for paediatric, obstetric and burns emergencies.

In 2003, John switched to full-time RFDS, still heavily involved in indigenous health, but in the large area surrounding Broken Hill, from Ivanhoe to Tibooburra and Moomba, Flinders Ranges to south-west Queensland.

One regular clinic was on a property of 14,000 sq km.

In 2006, John took over as Chief Medical Officer of South-East Section of RFDS and also took on the frustration of dealing with bureaucracy.

One of the matters he faced was the need for doctors to be registered in four individual states and territories, as the RFDS work crossed state borders. Common sense

prevailed in some areas, but not in all.

Thankfully, medical registration is now nationwide.

The Prices enjoyed their time in Broken Hill - tennis club and performances by the philharmonic society (choir) in which John sang – especially annual Proms concert which included Civic orchestra, pipe band and brass band in the Broken Hill Cathedral with its great acoustics – although that was spoiled in the last year when Cardinal Pell declared the Cathedral off-limits for the performance.

Retirement from RFDS and full-time work was in July 2009. From 2010 John worked three days per week in Bombala Street surgery.

When he came to Cooma John joined Dick and Leigh who had both graduated before WW2.

They had seen the introduction of sulphonamides and then antibiotics for previously untreatable infections – he thought he would be unlikely to see such dramatic changes !!! How wrong can one be?

Imaging, scopes, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, cochlear implants, human genome and the ability to understand the causes of previously baffling diseases. Treatments for many of the scourges of old age – heart disease, crippling osteoarthritis, cataracts – to name a few.

Over his 43 years in rural practise, John has noted a number of local changes for the better.

These include the advent of the Snowy Southcare Helicopter Service and other aerial ambulances.

Cooma now has oncology and renal clinics, quality imaging services which reduce the need for patients to travel to major centres for treatment AND the staff of Cooma hospital are still gems. Modern hospitals are less likely to explode than the former ‘demountable’ sections of Cooma District Hospital (wall panels had high magnesium content).

While Cooma no longer has a fulltime surgeon available in town, there is still access to visiting specialists so procedures such as colonoscopies and endoscopies and some operations can be carried out in Cooma.

In relation to Cooma, John reflected that at one stage, he could move from anaesthetising for setting a fractured leg at night, to practising tropical medicine the next day: the reason? The (then) existence of the Snowy Mountains Engineering Corporation (SMEC) and its hundreds of workers who were frequently travelling to third world countries, where they were exposed to local infections.

From now, however, John and Anne are fully retired.

John looks forward to more time outdoors, music and reading, seeing children and old friends, and has some involvement with Challenge and with Nardi House in Quaama.

He believes these will keep him busy and engaged with the community – the Sydney boy and girl are at home in Cooma.

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Editor, TAFE’s red tape and training keeps us all safe.

After reading Daniel Wild’s article (Red Tape strangling opportunity- Daily Telegraph 25/7/2016) I felt he must live in an ivory tower when he infers we should scrap the red tape barrier and allow anyone to become a hairdresser without doing a TAFE course.

Mr Wild clearly does not realise that there is more to being a hairdresser than snip-and-click. The reason for red tape is to ensure public safety because a hairdresser must be conversant with all the chemicals used in the trade. What is more alarming he states that lobby groups have a hidden agenda when they express concerns about upholding quality, health and safety through regulatory, or red tape protection.

One only has to look at Kevin Rudd’s Home Insulation Program (HIP) which resulted in four deaths and hundreds of house fires to understand the vital importance of procedural protection. The subsequent Royal commission enquiry highlighted the need for “Red Tape” regulations in workplace safety and the vital need of government departments with the resources and skills to properly police them.

Under the Australian Constitution State and territory governments are also responsible for the administration and major funding of vocational education

and training (VET). NSW Premier Mike Baird, under his Smart and Skilled Program, NSW has lost half its students in the past three years, down from 539,146 students in 2012 to 255,781 in the 3rd quarter of 2015 and in the recent NSW Budget a further $175 million was slashed from the TAFE budget compared to the previous year.

Mr Baird has clearly vacated his responsibility under the Australian Constitution by allowing shonky forprofit private providers to dumb down trade courses. An Electrical Trades Union officer said that he had little confidence in the training being provided by these providers.

To relieve this pressure on young people and to ensure the high standards of Australian tradespeople is maintained, all Certificate III course (Trade Courses) should only be run by TAFE colleges nationwide. Consequently the public will have confidence that when they engage a plumber, electrician, builder motor mechanic, or other tradespeople, their services will be of a high and safe standard.

But when hiring tradespersons employers are going for the cheap option by not training our young people and employing people on 457 visas.

Presently there are over 200,000 on 457 Visa of which 40% are NOT actually working with their sponsor.

They’ve effectively disappeared into our communities. The boat people

figures pale into insignificance under this comparison, but where is the outrage about that? The federal government is in effect becoming a private-provider for visa-jumpers in Australia at the cost of providing fully-trained tradespeople and public safety.

Senator Sam Dastyari has pointed out there are more than 262,000 people aged between 15 and 24 out of work, or about one in three Australian jobseekers. One of the tragedies of youth unemployment, as revealed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, is that youth suicide rates remain unacceptably high. Alarmingly the new data shows an upward trend in the rate of suicide among young people aged 15–19. Lack of hope and fears for the future are two of the reasons for the high youth suicide rate.

One avenue that could give our youth hope is by doing a TAFE course, but the Mike Baird Government has decimated TAFE by sacking 5000 TAFE teachers, axing many and now proposing the mass sell-off of 27 TAFE colleges. Government action has increased TAFE fees forcing students onto Commonwealth VET HELP loans, which they will never be able to pay back in their life time. And they call this progress.

Tony Morrissey BSc (ENG) UNSW, SMIEEE, MIE AUST CPENG

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Turning to one another for support, the conversation around mental health has come to the fore in the local community.

With a family member reaching out to famous Australian rapper 360, the message has been viewed more than 165,000 times.

It is the hope of the family that awareness around mental illness and depression is spread and the stigma around it broken down so that no one should feel ashamed in asking for help.

Reports of impatient drivers honking their horns during the funeral procession is shocking.

It is a shame that some do not even have the patience and understanding to respect a community in grieving.

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Berridale students get excited for school science week

Berridale Public School students Tommie, James, and Quinn won a prize for displaying excellence in science. The budding scientists are joined by school science mentor, Dr Bill Crozier.

Berridale Public School students showcased their scientific endeavours on Friday as part of National Science Week activities.

The school held their own science fair where students from kindergarten to year six displayed posters explaining the various science experiments and studies they have learnt this year.

Pens were traded for magnifying glasses, books replaced by nature, as students created a range of varying posters under the watchful eye of teachers and school science mentor, Dr Bill Crozier.

Students presented their projects to six judges, comprised of local and Canberra based scientists, who asked the budding scientists questions about their posters and studies.

The judges assigned marks for excellence in presentation, clear formatting, content, and understanding of scientific principles.

Dr Crozier commended the students on their efforts and said it has been pleasing to see the interest the school has shown in science. “The science fair enabled students to gather together their thoughts on what they have done during school science activities,� Dr Crozier said. “Students worked as a team

member with a group of fellow students and learnt how to explain verbally what their work showed and answer judges’ questions about it. “I’d like to thank the school for allowing me to help the students with their science studies and if they take it further into high school and even university it would make me very proud.�

Parents and the wider Berridale school community gathered at the school to see students presented with their awards and recognised for their studies.

The judges congratulated students upon their awards with prize sponsorship coming from Snowy Hydro and private donations.

The six judges were Ruby Wilkins, an Australian National University (ANU) student; Shane Bilish from Snowy Hydro, Dr Ken Green, Alpine ecologist; Dr Dianne Pham, CSIRO Scientist and Mathematicians in Schools mentor; and Dr Crozier.

A BBQ lunch was held following the awards to thank the students and judges for their efforts.

There were plenty of smiles going around the school grounds as students showed off their work to equally proud parents.

Special Olympics Australia Dream Ride 2016 revs up with 1,000 motorbikes Special Olympics Australia are looking for 1,000 motorcyclists to join their inaugural Dream Ride to help raise funds to improve sporting opportunities, celebrate the achievements of Special Olympics athletes and honour the outstanding men, women and children living with an intellectual disability within our community.

Dream Ride 2016 is an exciting day of adventure, experience and motorsport. It will bring the motoring community together with people with an intellectual disability to help raise funds for Special Olympics Australia.

Dream Ride 2016 involves 1,000 motorcyclists converging on Sydney Motorsport Park on Sunday 4 December from iconic locations. Motorcyclists are riding from start points at Mount Panorama, Newcastle Harbour Foreshore and Parliament House Canberra.

Special Olympics Australia Chief Executive Officer, Corene Strauss, says that Dream Ride 2016 will be a huge day of festivities and encourages everyone in the motorcycling community to join in and take up the great opportunities available throughout the day. “With 2016 marking the inaugural Dream Ride in Australia this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience which will see 1,000 motorcyclists converging on Sydney Motorsport Park.

There will be four motorcycle Dream Rides – including a dedicated trike ride from Lake Macquarie – will all riders finishing off their Dream Ride with a lap of honour around the southern track of Sydney Motorsport Park,� said Corene. “Dream Ride 2016 will coincide with Australia’s ultimate automotive festival, MotorWorld Sydney and will also involve 100 luxury and classic cars giving Special Olympics Australia athletes their ‘dream ride’ around Sydney Motorsport Park. The afternoon at Eastern Creek is open to all members of the general public and there will be great live entertainment from our Dream Stage. “Registration is just $55 per rider with an additional fundraising commitment of $200 to Special Olympics Australia. Everyone interested in participating in Dream Ride 2016 must register to take part at www.dreamride. com.au. Places are limited so if you’re interested, please register soon.

Ambassador Brendan Jones with Corene Strauss and athletes. “Please join us on Dream Ride 2016 to support Special Olympics Australia and our work to give people with an intellectual disability a chance to achieve their personal best,� concluded Corene.

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Wednesday August 31, 2016

Snowliner travels: The French expedition commences...

The 1st of June is here and we are off on our France expedition. Travelling to Sydney we then stayed overnight within walking distance to the airport. A relaxing morning and then the long haul starts. Flying to Singapore, transiting for three hours and then a longer haul to Paris. Years ago I could never imagine having the opportunity to travel to Paris, but here we are.

Paris is like a lot of major city airports - people everywhere, drivers complaining about parking facilities, and tired passengers. 45 minutes we arrive at our motel and then have to occupy ourselves for several hours before our rooms are ready.

Galaries Lafayett was recommended for a visit.

Two stores taking up entire blocks, the food level had pastries to die for and the other building is designed around a huge dome with magnificent mozaic work.

Traversing the escalators to the roof top where we can see panoramic views of Paris.

Back to the hotel, our rooms are ready, an early tea then a good night’s sleep and now a free day in Paris. The river levels are causing issues in France and we have received advice that the cruise will now start further down the river.

Saturday arrives and some were planning to visit the Louvre today but we are hearing on the news it is closed due to unprecedented levels of the river - a 30 year high. I am sure we will find something to do!! I have just looked at the radar and see Cooma and surrounds are getting some wonderful rain.

The hop on hop off bus was a great way to see the sights of France. Some visited the Eiffel Tower amongst the thousands of tourists. No river cruises are operating due to the water levels, you would only be able to travel between two bridges and the currents are very strong - lots of lost income here.

Prior to leaving Australia we obtained tickets to Moulin Rouge, how fantastic is that? The costumes, or lack thereof, were amazing. A roller skating act on a 50ft diameter stage was heart stopping, the ventriloquist and gymnastic performance were mind boggling. We paid 25 euros for a taxi to get to the show and 8.20 to come back to the hotel!

Sunday and we have to fill the morning in before travelling to Rouen to board the Scenic Gem. Unfortunately all the shops are closed on Sundays so we just walked around to fill the time in.

It is now Monday and we have enjoyed a trip inland visiting an apple cider farm. There are 20,000 trees on the property and they only deal with 15% of the crop, the rest being sold to a nearby co-operative. The apple and raspberry cider was very nice. Bee hives are brought in to pollinate the crop and lady beetles help keep the green fly under control.

Miranda, our guide and ex-pat Englishwoman, is very forthcoming on her move to France. School starts at 8.00am and finishes at 5.00pm with a 1 3/4 hour lunch (four course of course). Children are not allowed to take a packed lunch to school. Did you know that lavender plants keep scorpions under control and geraniums repel flys.

The town of Lyons la Foret is visited with a walk through the town area. The buildings are very tudor in look. At one stage not much maintenance was carried out as there was a wealth tax, now lots of restoration work is being done.

Tuesday has us doing a walking tour of Rouen which has a population of 400,000. Walking past the Notre-Dame Cathedral and St Maclou Church then up an alley way to what we would call a courtyard (very large) - Aitre de St-Maclou.

The French refer to it as an atrium, and it was used to bury the dead during the plague. When the grave area was required again the ‘bodies’ were dug up and the bones were placed in the second floor of the surrounding building, the time frame was not mentioned.

The streets here are very old, 1664 is on one building. Other buildings are on quite a lean, one has to wonder what the insides are like. Some buildings step each floor into the roadway. This type of building was banned in 1540 as in some instances the buildings touched at upper floors and residents could escape in times of fire, but of course the fires could also spread easily.

Along Rue St-Romain, one of the laneways, there are shops selling ceramics and the owners are actually in there painting the ceramic ware - Bev would just love to see this.

Walking past the Joan of Arc memorial to NotreDame Cathedral which was destroyed four times. The

size is impressive but you just have to wonder at the workers ‘employed’ on the construction. During the War many of the stained glass windows were destroyed and have never been replaced.

The old town clock is visited which no longer has a minute hand and then we arrive at the Joan of Arc Church but unfortunately it is closed, the guides wonder if this is because of strikes. Everything is blamed on the strikes.

We came back the short distance by bus and this was entertainment on its own. Alan, our driver, goes to pull out and is on the road when a car comes the other way, well he thinks he has right of way, but hey we have the size. The car driver gets out thinking that our driver and another coach driver will move for him, size wins and he has to reverse which I don’t think he was very good at. Our driver just throws his hands up in the air and says ‘Frenchmen’, I said but aren’t you French, oh no I am from the East! Our guide has not spoken too highly of Frenchmen, we have actually found a lot of the French to be quite arrogant.

Just near the Scenic Gem two women are casually walking up the road, not realising a coach is approaching, you can imagine the reaction when Allan blows the horn, wasn’t sure if we were going to have to stop and give CPR. Back at the spaceship we are told if we go walking this afternoon to be aware as the tide will be high between 4 and 5.30pm and water will be on the walkway - that means walking through water to re enter the ship. The tide is coming in and the water is ‘breaking the banks’ not quite at the gangplank but it won’t be long.

One of the highlights of the tour is our journey to the Somme Battlefields - a long and interesting day. Fog in Rouen and actually the fog does not lift until after 3pm and then the heat did rise. Travelling on highways, passing fields of wheat, sugar beet and flax.

Flax plants are sown and mature in 100 days when they come out in beautiful blue flowers. The flowers only last one day but there are so many of them the fields are blue for days.

The whole plant is then harvested (including the roots) and 10% ends up as linen, the rest of the plant is used for various products.

After driving through Revelles and Picardy with unemployment of 11% we stop at Amiens to collect a local guide. Amiens has a population of 130,000 and it is now drizzling rain. Just imagine our guide is Australian, so no trouble with the accent here. Her passion is the First World War and several family members fought here. She referred to it as the War of Attrition or even a family feud as those

involved at the top were cousins.

We drive past Adelaide Cemetery where the unknown soldier was exhumed and relocated to the War Memorial in Canberra.

Our first stop is at a little museum in Villers-Bretonnex where there is also a school which was built by Australians and more particularly Victorians. Much of the building is currently being renovated.

Lots of street and road names have Australian names, including a Roo Kanga.

Mirium (our guide) tells us there are 959 War Grave Cemeteries in Northern France and Belgium.

The smallest has eight from memory - they were tunnellers and when the tunnel collapsed the crosses were put on top. The most in a graveyard is 12,000. They are immaculately maintained and the one we stopped at had three workers cleaning and maintaining the area.

Passing a German War Cemetery it was pointed out that under each cross is four bodies. The crosses are all black. Originally the timber was painted with bitumen, or similar, to preserve the wood, they have been replaced with black metal.

Up to 110 tonnes of explosives are found each year many being unexploded bombs and tragically farmers are sometimes killed while ploughing.

The Red Barron was shot down near Villers. You were considered an Ace pilot if you shot down four planes, The Red Barron shot down 80 in two years.

After lunch we visited the Thiepval Memorial which has the names of 73,367 soldiers killed and/or missing in the War. Many names have been removed in recent years when bodies have been found and identified. A poignant poem was read out here which had been written by a tour member on the first Scenic tour of the area - very moving. This was an area where battles ensued and thousands died for no gain on either side.

The youngest to enlist was 14 (obviously lying about his age). He was injured, sent back to England to recover, then he went back to the Front and sadly died at 15. The oldest was 67, he wanted to be with his sons. The sons all survived the War but he died in battle. Approximately 2.2 million died.

The other tour guide lived in one of the little towns we drove through on our way home. They were digging to put a septic system in and the remains of 4 German soldiers were there.

Early ‘dog tags’ were made of an asbestos type material or leather which of course disintegrated over time so even if remains were found the identity was difficult to confirm. When someone died in battle, if possible, mates took one of the dog tags and wrote down the co-ordinates of the body - many were later retrieved.

Our last stop was at Lochnagar Crater a huge whole in the ground from a bomb being dropped. The area is privately owned by an English man. Four times a year groups come over and mow and clean the area.

Mirium spoke of the Pal Battalion. Friends and family were encouraged to sign up together and they were guaranteed to be placed in the same group. The true details of battles did not reach home and many thought they were going on a jaunt. Just imagine when fatalities occurred often families lost all their sons and towns lost all their men Back to the ship and we are finally on our way cruising down the Seine. How fantastic to be moving and be able to take advantage of our little verandah.

A walking tour of Honfleur, population 8,000 but 3 million visitors a year. The town was named by the Vikings and you can see some buildings are older than Australia.

Still tudor looking and many buildings have chestnut shingle roofs. Honfleur received little damage during the War being protected by nearby La Havre.

A salt store is pointed out which did hold 10,000 tonnes of salt, it was stored for two years and then distributed to surrounding towns. The streets are narrow and in some places you can only walk through and then look up as the buildings almost touch above you.

We are told that sayings like ‘hand picked’ and ‘moonlighting’ came from this area of France.

Tonight we are all dining in the La Mar restaurant - eight courses, oh my gosh! Prior to this we are taken out to an apple cider homestead to enjoy their wares. Some are even entertained by a magician with cards. Continued next week...

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Wednesday August 31, 2016

Bredbo Inn’s big campfire cook off a hit The Bredbo Inn held a campfire cook off last weekend with around eight contestants setting up camp and preparing meals.

Entrants came from as far as Nelson Bay with the team ‘Pete Manu’ preparing lamb shanks, pork curry and chilli coconut crab with the fresh ingredients exported from the coast.

The day also featured live music from Johnny Huddell and wine tasting from De Bortoli wines.

A special feature of the day was the inaugural brick throwing event, held in honour of Bredbo resident John Roach who recently passed away.

John was the world champion brick thrower in 1967 when he managed to haul

a standard brick a whopping 113’7”.

A marker was put out to indicate the length of John’s throw, with nobody on the day coming near it, although Peter ‘Scrubby’ Lawless did his best, securing the win.

The ladies participated in a rolling pin throw which was won by Sherri-Ann McMillan and the kids took part in a gumboot throw which was taken out by Hayley McMillan.

The cook off was won

by Bredbo residents Jason and Anushka Green who prepared Jag’s Bredbo Lamb with Aussie Damper.

Around 50 people took part in the festivities and money was raised for the bush fire brigade and for Legacy.

I have to ask…what is the government thinking if it considers selling off the Snowy Hydro Scheme to a foreign national a really good idea? I mean, they have got to be kidding us, right? And for a mere $6 billion? Seriously, what are they thinking?

This is not the first time though that our pollies have cast greedy eyes over the iconic Snowy Scheme. Last time round there was such a national hissy fit the idea ended up being shelved. And it should have stayed there. But it’s back on the agenda now for way less that it is worth and what rankles with me is that once it’s gone, it’s gone! And $6 billion is not going to go very far if you stop to think about it. The replacement cost would way exceed the figure they’re looking at asking! But once the money’s gone and our wonderful Snowy Scheme is gone for good, we are down another fine piece of Australia which we are unlikely to ever get back! Yet the Department of Finance is apparently examining Snowy Hydro, the sale of which they believe would make a legitimate contribution to repairing the

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Above: Peter ‘Scrubby’ Lawless giving it all in the brick throwing.

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budget and therefore should be sold despite any political obstacles. Really?

Why don’t any of them look at just leasing instead? The lease holder benefits, naturally, but so does Australia because it will not only collect the rent, it will also keep the asset! Offhand, I cannot think of another country that sells off it’s assets so willy-nilly as Australia does!

Back in the day, landowners willingly parted with some fair-sized chunks of prime Monaro farmland to allow for the Snowy Scheme because they recognised the benefits of a major hydro electric structure and its importance in regard to the national interest yet our governments appear to have lost the plot where national interest is concerned.

I have a big issue with Australian governments selling off farmland, businesses, hotel complexes and and anything else they can get a dollar for to foreign nationals which is why I’m spitting chips over the Snowy Hydro Scheme coming under consideration again for making a fast buck. Are the dipsticks behind these decisions deaf to the voice of the Australian people? They must be,

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because every time they unload part of Australia to an overseas buyer there is a huge public outcry. Admittedly, the Turnbull Government sources are claiming to have dismissed the idea as they say they recognise that Snowy Hydro’s status as a national icon would make such a sale both” politically and economically unappealing”. Political suicide in other words, so why are federal bureaucrats not seeing this too?

Like I said, lease if they’re so keen to bring in some revenue, don’t sell! It’s a disgrace that SMEC was sold off to Surbana Jurong, an arm of the Singapore Government who are delighted with boost the acquisition will bring to their annual revenues but the powers that be who are now eyeing off Snowy Hydro for sale as well have stupidly ignored the backlash from the SMEC sale. If they ignore the national mood and continue with to view Snowy Hydro as a saleable asset they are even stupider. Australians are vehemently opposed to the continual sale of our finest assets!

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KABARETT

Night’s not only there for sleeping...

Students drumming it in

Bombala High School has been running a Drumbeat Program, using hand drumming to engage students in a cooperative group process that explores relationship issues.

Structured sessions cover topics such as values, peer pressure, identity, social harmony, teamwork and emotional expression.

The main lessons from the program are learned as participants work together to develop a harmonious sound.

Kath Farrell is running the program throughout Term 3 with mentors, Brett Burton and Eythan Phillips and a selection of students.

When:

2pm, Sunday 11 September 2016

Where:

St Paul's Anglican Church Hall, 136 Commissioner Street, Cooma, NSW 2630

Tickets:

Adults $25, Concession $20, SMAC Members $15, Children free Tickets available from the Fabric Salon Vale St, or at the door.

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AUGUST 31st, 2016

GETTING ON WITH BUSINESS …

CONTRACT NO: 1/2017- QUOTATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE REPAINTING AND MINOR REPAIRS TO THE MAIN AND PROGRAM POOLS AT THE COOMA FESTIVAL SWIMMING POOL Note that this work will not commence until after the 31 March 2017.

Quotations are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 4.00pm on Thursday 8 September, 2016.

The scope of work is for: • Minor repairs to the main and program pools.

• Repainting of the main and program pools.

For any enquiries relating to the above contract please contact Council’s Recreation & Property Manager, Cooma Branch, Mr Ross Lawley on 64551840.

Contract documents may be obtained by contacting Council on 1300 345 345, email council@snowymonaro. nsw.gov.au or from Council offices 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

CONTRACT NO: 2/2017- QUOTATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE REMOVAL OF SHEEP YARDS AT THE COOMA LIVESTOCK SELLING CENTRE Quotations are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 4.00pm on Thursday 8 September, 2016.

The scope of work is for: • Dismantling of existing steel sheep yards • Removal of concrete footings and disposal off site • Stacking of sheep yard panels on site For any enquiries relating to the above contract please contact Council’s Recreation & Property Manager, Cooma Branch, Mr Ross Lawley on (02) 64551840.

Contract documents may be obtained by contacting Council’s Engineering Division on 1300 345 345, email council@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au or from Council offices 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

CONTRACT NO: 3/2017 -QUOTATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINAGE AND EARTHWORKS AT THE COOMA LIVESTOCK SELLING CENTRE Quotations are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 4.00pm on Thursday 15 September, 2016.

The scope of work is for: • Construction of drainage • Earthworks to level the site of the old sheep yards For any enquiries relating to the above contract please contact Council’s Recreation & Property Manager, Cooma Branch, Mr Ross Lawley on(02) 64551840.

Contract documents may be obtained by contacting Council’s Service Delivery Section on 1300 345 345, email council@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au or from Council offices 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

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PO Box 714 COOMA NSW 2630

Burra Road Burra Creek Bridge has a 15 Tonne Load Limit until further notice WEATHER PERMITTING THE FOLLOWING WORKS WILL CONTINUE Maintenance Grading Beresford Road Mount Livingstone Road Micalago Road Jerangle Road Rural Maintenance Shannons Flat Road Maintenance Construction Badja Road Pavement

Culvert

Badja Road Re-alignment Rock Flat Creek Bridge Repairs Sealing Team Old Bega Road Seal Maintenance Pothole/Seal Maintenance Gravel Maintenance Bobeyan Road Tuross Road Maintenance Grading Tayfield Rd

Benlady Rd Link Rd Rosehill Rd Broardview Rd Moore Springs Rd Gravel Maintenance Mila Rd Burmina Rd drainage Dragon Swamp Tayfield Rd Culvert repair

MISSING PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AT NIJONG OVAL The Pedestrian Bridge across Cooma Creek at the western end of Nijong Oval was washed away in the recent floods. Council has retrieved the Bridge from its adventure downstream, and is now assessing the damage caused as a result.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and we are working toward getting the crossing restored.

UPDATE ON BOMBALA RIVER FOOTBRIDGE Due to the recent flooding event, the Bombala River footbridge was significantly damaged with the fence panels being completely destroyed. A natural disaster claim has been lodged by Council.

The bridges have been included on the capital projects list for the Bombala Branch for possible funding through the $14million dollars available to Council. Council has been discussing options on ways to upgrade the bridges; potentially doubling the width of the bridge to negate the need for railings. New deck beams on the existing piers and cross beams would have to be added to support the bridges. This will then allow the floodwater to flow over the bridges and eliminating damage sustained and the cost of constant repairs.

Please contact council on 1300 456 456 for further updates.

FLUSHING OF WATER MAINS Residents are advised that Council will carry out flushing of water mains in Delegate and Bombala. The work is scheduled to commence: BOMBALA – Monday, 5 September 2016 and DELEGATE – Monday, 12 September 2016 Some minor disruption may occur. Council advises residents that if their water is discoloured as a result of this work, to turn on a tap until the water clears. If the water does not clear after 15 minutes please contact Council on 64583555.

Don’t Forget …

• Second Chance Resource Recovery and Buy Back at Jindabyne Landfill is now open every Sunday from 10am to 3pm. You can drop in your second hand goods for FREE anytime during the week!

• You can call the Snowy Monaro Regional Council on the 24/7 hot line number 1300 345 345, at any time day or night and to speak to a customer service operator.

• Council will meet on Wednesday 31 August at Bombala Council Chambers 71 Caveat Street, Bombala.

Meetings commence at 5.30 with the Public Forum. Prior to the commencement of the meeting, Council staff will be on hand to register those wishing to speak.

And finally...No, we haven’t forgotten to send out the Rate Notices they will be going out soon! Council apologises for the delay.

TREE PLANTING IN COOMA has commenced for this year.

Council’s Cooma branch recreation staff, Robert Wren and Daryl Dwyer are installing the tree stakes in Victoria Street.

You’re invited...

We’re hosting an event in support of the national charity R U OK? because we believe that asking “are you ok?” is something we can all do to make a difference Thursday 8th September, 2016 1:30-3pm Bombala Community Centre, tour the library, cake & chat. 2:00-3pm Jindabyne, come to the Snowy Mountains Neighbourhood Centre for afternoon tea, free wifi and chat to a volunteer.

All day Cooma, find a Conversation Bench, located around town. Take a seat and have a chat to a local student or neighbour.

Water Main and Service Replacement Work with Temporary and Full Road Closure of Waggun Street, Cooma Please be advised that weather permitting, water main and service replacement work has been programmed to commence in Waggun Street, between Walgarra Street and the western intersection with Wangie Street.

This essential work is expected to commence the 29 August 2016 and is expected to be completed on 26 September 2016. Works will be carried out between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm.

A temporary and full road closure will be required when water service and water main road crossings are made to ensure the safety of staff and the general public whilst this work is undertaken and will be in affect from 8:00 am till 4:00 pm. The actual timing of this work will be advised.

Local traffic movement will be permitted under site staff direction.

SMRC staff and contractors will require access onto private property at times to complete water service replacement work.

Any road pavement, driveways and paths affected by the reconstruction work will be repaired/replaced as part of the project works.

Council apologises for any inconvenience this work may cause and asks residents and motorists to be mindful of construction crews and machinery that will be working on and around this project.

Any enquiries can be directed to Council on 1300 345 345 or our Water & Wastewater Supervisor David Freimanis on 0419 256 323.

Upcoming events…

ArtEscape Saturday 17 September- Mosaics at the Delegate Art Centre.

Bookings phone (02) 64584622.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH US? Transport Driver Casual – SC 700 Snowy Monaro Regional Council has a position available in the Community Services Department for a Casual Transport Driver operating out of the Bombala Office. The successful applicant will work within a close knit team to provide client transport services to the Multi Service Outlet, ensuring that service provision is delivered in a client focused manner. The foremost part of the role is to transport frail elderly people, disabled people (of any age) and their carers to various destinations including medical appointments, day care, social outings, shopping etc using a community transport vehicle.

Essential Criteria • Current C class drivers licence, together with a safe driving record.

• Experience driving public passenger vehicles.

• Experience and a strong commitment to working with frail aged people and people with disabilities and their carers.

Desirable Criteria • Ability to work as part of a team.

• Demonstrate initiative and motivation.

• Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision.

• Ability to relate and communicate with the public.

• Ability to work flexible hours.

• Ability to undertake basic administrative duties.

• Understanding of and commitment to Work Health and Safety, Risk Management and Safe Work Procedures and Policies.

• Ability to plan bus/vehicle route.

Award Conditions Classification: Local Government State Award Operational: Operational Band 1 Salary Range: G1Base – G1 S5, $20.8684 to $22.0789 per hour plus 25% casual loading Work Hours: The work hours vary in this role to meet the needs of our clients.

Applications Written applications quoting File Reference SC700 close at 4pm on Friday 2nd September 2016 and should be addressed to the Human Resource Officer Bombala Office. Information packages can be obtained by contacting Kelly Heffernan (Human Resource and Payroll Officer) on (02) 6458 3555.

Please note: Snowy Monaro Regional Council uses an objective selection and recruitment process and welcomes applications from anyone who feels they have the qualifications for these positions. Snowy Monaro Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and offers a smoke free work environment.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH US? CONSTRUCTION WORKER TRUCK DRIVER - PERMANENT FULL TIME

AGED CARE WORKER- CASUAL Snowy River Hostel is a residential aged care facility overlooking the pleasant township of Berridale. The Hostel has 14 individual units designed for people who can no longer look after themselves in their own home, but do not require a nursing level of care. In this position you will assist in the provision of quality care to clients through direct care services in accordance with Snowy River Hostel’s philosophy, objectives and code of conduct. This is a generalist position which will see you assist other staff and functions throughout the Hostel as required.

Salary Details Grade 2 Hostel $23.47ph + Super and Shift Allowances Application Details Expressions of Interest should be marked “Confidential Job Application” and sent to Human Resources Officer Post: PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 OR Email: jobs@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on (02)6451 1124 We may request background checks. For assistance in completing your application please contact Human Resources on (02)6451 1195. Applications close Tuesday 6 September 2016.

Team Leader – Community Maintenance Permanent full time File No: PV61 Applications are invited up until 4.00 pm, Friday 2 September 2016, for the position of Team Leader – Community Maintenance based at the Cooma Works Depot.

The Appointee will be required to: To undertake Team Leader duties associated with Roads Services construction and maintenance.

To direct and lead team members of the C3 Correctional Services program in the performance of their duties.

To plan the execution of specific projects.

Skills and Qualifications (not limited to): Completion of Certificate Level III in Civil Construction, or equivalent industry related qualification from TAFE or recognised institution, acceptable to Council.

Licences/Permit to operate a front end loader, Class MR Vehicle Licence, RMS Traffic Control Certificate – Level 3 & Current First Aid Certificate.

Demonstrated ability to carry out worksite site inductions of team members, and visitors.

Salary Details: This position is classified at Grade 5b (38) by Council’s Salary System, with a salary of $27.11 / hour (includes Level 1 AWC allowance). Hours of work will be 76 worked over a 9 day fortnight.

How to apply: Obtain the PD & Employment Application Form from HR or visit www.snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au Submit the Employment Application Form, addressed to the General Manager Email to council@cooma.nsw.gov.au or drop off to front counter Cooma, Bombala or Berridale.

You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on (02) 6451 1124. Snowy Monaro Regional Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and enforces a safe and smoke free workplace. We may request background checks.

For assistance in completing your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6451 1195.

Advertising Extended - Applications close Friday 2 September 2016 – 4pm

Casual Care Support Worker - File No: PV60 Applications are invited up until 4.00 pm, Friday 2 September, for the position of Casual Care Support Worker based at the Werri-Nina Centre, Cooma.

The Appointee will be required to: Be responsible for assisting clients with a range of care support services to enable them to remain living independently in their own homes.

Provide Personal Care (simple or complex non medical care) depending on client needs.

Domestic Assistance such as vacuuming, ironing, washing and cleaning.

Social Support such as assistance with shopping, paying bills, participation in social and recreational activities.

Skills and Qualifications (not limited to): Certificate III in Aged Care/Disability Work or three years work experience.

Demonstrated ability to provide in home,

personal care and support for frail aged people, people with a disability and their carers.

Sound knowledge and experience working with frail aged people, people with a disability, their carers, families and advocates.

Salary Details: This position is classified at Grade 2c by Council’s Salary System, with a salary of $27.23 / hour (includes 25% casual loading).

Hours of work will be determined by the Manager.

How to apply: Obtain the PD & Employment Application Form from HR or visit www.snowymonaro.nsw. gov.au Submit the Employment Application Form, addressed to the General Manager Email to council@cooma.nsw.gov.au or drop off to front counter Cooma, Bombala or Berridale.

Council is currently recruiting two Construction Worker Truck Drivers for their Berridale Branch.

As a Construction Worker Truck Driver, you will be required to carry out maintenance and construction of Council assets and projects, ensuring compliance within Council’s standards, policies and procedures, time frames and quality objectives. The role will see you take on a variety of tasks within the scope of the position within the department as directed.

Essential • Construction Induction Certificate • Traffic Controller certificate • Implement Traffic Management Plans Certificate • Willingness and ability to undertake vocational training as required • Experience in carrying out labouring duties such as traffic sign repair and installation and guide post repair and installation • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills including the ability to complete standard forms and operate basic electronic devices • Willingness to adapt to change • Knowledge of WHS principles • Basic knowledge of Environmental Protection in the Construction Industry • Ability and ongoing commitment to work as a team member and as directed by Supervisor, according to Council’s prescribed practices and Code of Conduct, with or without

supervision • Working Knowledge of small plant - eg Chainsaw and or Hand Tools • Current valid MR Licence - on going employment is conditional on maintaining this Licence Desirable • Current Valid HC or HR Licence • Current First Aid Certificate • Licenses to operate Hyab hoist and Forklift • Demonstrated Competency operating a Front End Loader Salary Details Grade 4 $23.53 + Super and Shift Allowances – 76 hours per fortnight - Work life balance allows a 9 day fortnight Application Details Expressions of Interest should be marked “Confidential Job Application” and sent to Human Resources Officer Post: PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 OR Email: jobs@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on (02) 6451 1124. Snowy Monaro Regional Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and enforces a safe and smoke free workplace. We may request background checks. For assistance in completing your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6451 1195.

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HEAVY PLANT OPERATOR - PERMANENT FULL TIME Council is currently recruiting two Heavy Plant Operators for their Berridale Branch. As a Heavy Plant Operator you will be required to work as part of a team operating assigned plant (including Backhoe, Excavator and Grader) and carrying out laboring duties to construct and maintain Council roads in accordance with Council standards, timetable, environmental and quality objectives.

Essential • Traffic Controller Certificate • Implement Traffic Management Plans Certificate • Front End Loader Certificate of Competence • Back-Hoe Operator Certificate of Competence • Excavator Operator Certificate of Competence • Ability and ongoing commitment to work as directed by Supervisor, according to Council’s prescribed practices and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision • Demonstrated ability to operate allocated Plant • Knowledge of Work Health & Safety management principles • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills • Willingness to work in any section of the engineering division • Carry out daily maintenance of plant and attachments • Willingness to undertake additional training and adapt to change

• Ability to work to specific levels • A solid working knowledge and ability to perform maintenance grader operations • Current NSW Class HC (Heavy Combination) Driving Licence Desirable • Ability to carry out minor maintenance on plant • Demonstrated experience with minor plant e.g. chainsaws, compaction equipment and power tools • Current First Aid Certificate • Ability to read and understand simple plans Salary Details Grade 5 $24.83ph + Super and shift allowances 76 hours per fortnight - Work life balance allows a 9 day fortnight Application Details Expressions of Interest should be marked “Confidential Job Application” and sent to Human Resources Officer Post: PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 OR Email: jobs@snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on (02)6451 1124 We may request background checks. For assistance in completing your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6451 1195.

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SUPPORT WORKER - CASUAL To provide direct individualised quality services to eligible residents of the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area to support them to remain living in their own home. The mandate of this service is to reduce the incidence of premature institutionalisation. Support is provided through a range of services including but not limited to support with activities of daily living, respite both in home and out of home and carer support. People supported include frail older people, younger people with a disability, people with dementia and their carers.

Essential • Current Police Check • Current Working with Children check • A registered vehicle with comprehensive insurance • Demonstrated experience and/or relevant qualifications in Aged Care, Disability and / or Social Welfare disciplines

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team • Effective written and verbal communication skills • Current First Aid and CPR qualifications or willingness to obtain • Knowledge of and commitment to WHS, access and equity principles • Ability and ongoing commitment to work as directed by Supervisor, according to Council’s prescribed practices and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision • Current valid NSW Class1 Drivers Licence- ongoing employment is conditional on maintaining this Licence Desirable • Previous experience with/understanding of the needs of vulnerable people • Previous experience/training in the provision of strengths based support

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University of the Third Age Hello U3A members. As from this month we will be featuring 2 of our many popular classes. this month Shakespeare and Ukulele.

Quite the opposite ends of the spectrum.

Shakespeare: his life, times works and relevance.

Shakespeare died 400 years ago this year, yet he continues to be the most performed of all playwrights. Why is this so? is it the beauty of his language, the way he so clearly and concisely expresses our thoughts, feelings and emotions, the range and variety of his writings, or simply that he tells us exciting and dramatic stories? it is all these and more; he relates directly to us in our daily lives.

Whether he is telling us to "neither a borrower or a lender be" or "nothing will come of nothing, that love is blind" or "comparisons are odorous, 'tis neither here nor there".

These sayings and a thousand others resonate through all our lives on a daily basis. Sadly we most often fail to know their source. No wonder Ben Jonson wrote of him: "He is not of an age but for all time".

If you would like to learn about, discuss and enjoy this greatest of all literary figures then join us at the Shed, on mondays 11am. There is even the solving of one of the great debates - "who wrote Shakespeare?"

"Blame it on the Ukulele" his one of the many songs that the members of U3A's Ukulele group enjoy playing and singing when they meet every Monday at 12.45pm at the Shed. It is played to the tune of "blame it on the bossa-nova" and the clever lyrics were written by a member of the Canberra U3A ukulele group.

Our group have also made up their own lyrics for the song "Summertime". This provided much hilarity and lots of changes but it looks like we have the final version in version 7!

We are a diverse group and this is reflected in the variety of songs that are played. Some recent ones have been Fever, Wonderful World, People are Strange, Sunny Afternoon, Singing the Blues, Beach Boy Blues, Crazy, and Dream Lover.

Between us we have a variety of Ukuleles including bass, baritone, tenor, and concert along with the ever popular soprano.

We always welcome new players and beginners.

We have a couple of spare ukuleles.

Our popular tutor is a certified level 1 teacher and keeps us challenged and interested and generally enjoying ourselves.

I hope you have enjoyed reading about these 2 courses more to come and you can check us out on our website snowymountains.u3anet.org.au

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Almost four out of five Australians, 78%, report they look for information about medicines on the internet, according to a new 2016 survey released during Be Medicinewise Week (August 22-28).

Three out of five people, 58%, admitted they will sometimes or always look up information about health conditions on the internet to avoid going to see a health professional—with this number increasing to almost four in five people, 79%, in the younger age category of 18-34 year olds.

This compares to only one in three people who said in a 2012 NPS MedicineWise survey that they were likely to search the internet for information about their symptoms before they visited their doctor.

NPS MedicineWise spokesperson and pharmacist Aine Heaney says finding good medicines information is important, and that being medicinewise means asking questions, asking the right people, and knowing how to source reliable information.

“Having the right information will help you to get the most out of your medicines— and to make better health choices for you and those you care for,” says Ms Heaney.

“If you or a loved one become ill, are prescribed a medicine or are referred for a medical test, it’s natural to want to know more about the condition or treatment.

However, while it is always a good idea to equip yourself with health-related information, it is important to be aware that not all health information you access on the internet will be accurate or reliable. Some might be full of medical jargon and not have plain language statements to explain

the information clearly.

“You need to be able to assess the reliability of information found on the internet, and understand limitations of what internet can tell you.”

“Take charge of your health and your medicines, and work with your health professionals, such as a doctor, nurse or pharmacist, to better understand your health and any medicines, tests and treatments you might need,” says Ms Heaney.

“In addition to your regular health professional, there are services available like NPS Medicines Line (1300 633 424) where you can phone to seek individual medicines information from a health professional, and the weekly Pharmacist Hour on the NPS MedicineWise Facebook page.”

“Of course, the health professionals that care for you are a reliable source of health information, but you may not always be able to talk to them. This means you need to play an active role in your health by knowing where to find information about health conditions, medicines, tests and treatments,” she says.

NPS MedicineWise and Better Health Channel are good places to start when seeking medicines information online because they are independent and credible websites designed to support you to find information on health conditions and medicines, and are free from commercial advertising or corporate sponsorship.

Consumer Medicines Information (CMI) leaflets are available for all prescription medicines and many non-prescription

medicines. The leaflets explain how the medicine works, as well as giving practical advice on how and when to take it, common side effects and potential interactions with other medicines.

CMIs are available on websites such as NPS MedicineWise or the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), or you can ask your pharmacist to print it out for you.

“CMIs are a good tool to use as a starting point for understanding your medicine, but if the leaflet for your medicine raises more questions than it gives answers, make sure you speak with a health professional to help put that information into context for you and your situation,” says Ms Heaney.

The survey also showed that one in five Australians, 20%, said they would use Facebook to try to find answers to questions they have about medicines.

“Everyone has a unique story about how medicines work, and there is plenty of moral support to be found on social media and online forums, but one person’s experience won’t necessarily be the same as yours,” says Ms Heaney.

“The final decision about what medicine to take should lie with you and your prescriber or other health professional, using personalised advice for your situation.”

For more information on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines (herbal, ‘natural’, vitamins and minerals) from a pharmacist, call NPS Medicines Line on 1300 MEDICINE (1300 633 424). Hours are Monday–Friday 9am– 5pm AEST (excluding public holidays).

Project Firefighter recruitment underway in Gippsland The Victorian Government is recruiting Forest Fire Management Victoria Project Firefighters (PFFs) for the coming fire season.

Gippsland’s Acting Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Julianne Sargant says, “Project Firefighters play a vital role in keeping the community and the environment safe from bushfire.”

“As a Project Firefighter you will become part of a team that helps protect communities from bushfires and make Victoria safer. You’ll learn new skills, and make a significant contribution to your local community.”

Forest Fire Management Victoria crews include staff from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) and Parks Victoria.

Project Firefighters are at the frontline, fighting bushfires in the warmer months, assisting with the prevention and suppression of bushfires in parks and forests, in partnership with CFA and other emergency response agencies.

Successful recruits receive comprehensive training and work with experienced DELWP and Parks Victoria forest fire management personnel.

A range of seasonal positions is on offer including roles as firefighters, fire support officers, hover exit crew and rappel crew members. PFFs are based at more than 80 locations throughout Victoria.

In Gippsland, PFFs are based at: Noojee, Erica, Wonthaggi, Foster, Tidal River, Yarram, Loch Sport, Heyfield, Briagolong, Dargo, Bairnsdale, Swifts Creek, Nowa Nowa, Orbost, Cann River, Mallacoota and Bendoc.

“Working as a Project Firefighter can lead to a rewarding career. Many past Project Firefighters have gone on to permanent roles within the department,” Ms Sargant said.

The Government is aiming to recruit an additional 300 men and women as Project Firefighters for the coming fire season. This includes designated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander positions.

Employment is full-time, available for 18, 26 or 34 weeks of the year, generally starting in November or December.

Applications for Project Firefighters are open from August 12 and close on September 4. For further information and to apply visit htpp://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/pff or call 136 186.

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Numbers don’t add up for thousands of children starting school Families living in disadvantage need greater access to pre-school reading and maths programs so their children can have a stronger start at school, The Smith Family says.

During this year’s National Literacy and Numeracy Week (August 29 to September 4), Australia’s largest children’s education charity is highlighting that without early learning support, thousands more children will start school next year without basic literacy and numeracy skills.

The Smith Family’s NSW General Manager Annette Young said, “There is a common misconception that all children begin their school journey with the same literacy and numeracy skills.”

“However, research shows that 15.4% of all children are developmentally vulnerable in language and cognitive skills before they start school,” Mrs Young said.

“This increases to one in four children in our most disadvantaged communities.

“It’s vital for the wellbeing of Australia’s children that we continue to work collectively - families, early childhood educators, governments and communities - to ensure disadvantaged children are supported to be school ready, with ongoing targeted support available throughout their school journey.

“The long term consequences of failing to support these children early - to develop the skills they need to catch up to their peers and fully participate at school - are disengagement, absenteeism and a high risk of dropping out and failing to reach Year 12.

“The Smith Family is concerned about the large gaps in educational achievement based on students’ backgrounds.

“We recognise children growing up in highly disadvantaged families may not have access to the learning support and resources they

need to develop their children’s early literacy and numeracy skills.

“And we will continue to work with families across Australian to help more children develop the crucial early reading and maths skills to give them that stronger start at school.”

Last year The Smith Family delivered its Let’s Read early literacy program to more than 23,000 Australian children through early childhood services, with 90 percent of parents surveyed indicating they read more with their child following participation in the program.

In addition, its Let’s Count early maths program reached more than 5,000 children last year and is rapidly expanding to benefit thousands more children across the country.

Just over half (54 percent) of children who participated were able to count to 20 by the end of the program compared to 37 percent

Donate your old smartphone to enable Australia’s deafblind community to reconnect Currently, an estimated 288,000 Australians live with no hearing and sight and this number is predicted to rise to over one million by 2050.[1] MobileMuster and Able Australia are calling on Australians to donate their old smartphones to support the deafblind community and help them to reconnect with family, friends and the wider community, through smartphone technology.

MobileMuster, the official not-for-profit Government accredited mobile phone recycling program, will be collecting unwanted smartphones during the month of September and all eligible smartphones* will be donated to Able Australia to improve the digital literacy of the deafblind community.

The phones will be used to educate people with deafblindness on how to use speech recognition and Braille readers via mobile technology.

Able Australia’s

Scott Darkin says, “Deafblindness is very much Australia’s forgotten disability. The smartphones donated will help deafblind people stay connected, which is something most of us take for granted. These donated smartphones will also increase their mobility, independence and help them navigate their way around their community.”

“Nine out of ten deafblind people will experience depression and anxiety and the simple act of donating an unwanted phone is an easy way to show your support to Australia’s deafblind community. Your old phone could be the vital link that transforms a socially isolated person with deafblindness into an active member of their local community,” he continued.

The impact of mobile technology on Australia’s productivity and workforce participation was the focus of a recent Deloitte Access

Economics research report commissioned by The Australian Mobile Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s Association (AMTA).[2] “The research found that mobile technology allows people with deafblindness to communicate, engage and interact, thereby improving their daily lives and opportunities to participate in the workforce”, said AMTA’s Chris Althaus.

Australia has over 31 million mobile phone subscribers who, on average, replace their handsets every 18 to 24 months.

Spyro Kalos from MobileMuster says, “We know there are approximately 25.5 million unused mobiles sitting in homes and business around Australia, some of these may be smartphones that could help the deafblind community.

Now is the perfect time to donate your unwanted mobile

Man arrested and stolen firearms recovered – Far South Coast

Police have arrested a man and recovered five stolen firearms after a public appeal on the Far South Coast.

Sometime between Friday, August 5 2016 and Tuesday 16 August 2016, a shed on a property at South Wolumla, south of Bega, was broken into and five registered firearms and ammunition were stolen.

The weapons included a Rossi side by side double barrel 12 gauge shotgun, a Winchester 30-30 calibre rifle, a Norica .22 calibre rifle, a Howa 270 calibre rifle and an Iver Johnson .22 calibre rifle.

Officers from Far South Coast Local Area Command made a public appeal for assistance earlier this month (Wednesday 17

August 2016), resulting in a number of people coming forward with information.

Police attended two properties at Candelo, recovering four of the firearms and two boxes of ammunition.

A fifth firearm was located in bushland east of Candelo.

A 19-year-old man was arrested and charged with a number of firearm offences as well as possess ammunition, and larceny.

He was refused bail and appeared at Batemans Bay Local Court on Friday, August 19.

Inquiries into the incident are continuing.

Police would like to thank the community and the media for

their assistance and urge anyone else with information to come forward.

phone to a great cause.

“Each smartphone will be checked to confirm it is working and any data left of the phone will be wiped to ensure privacy.

MobileMuster will also ensure that any mobiles and accessories that can’t be reused will be recycled

by MobileMuster in a safe, secure and ethical way, with all data being destroyed in the recycling process,” he affirmed.

MobileMuster has over 3,500 drop off points around the country and you can donate an unwanted smartphone free of charge from anywhere in Australia by visiting mobilemuster.com.au/able.

Simply download the free reply paid label, package up your old smartphone and charger, attach the label and post it back.

of children of the same age who didn’t participate.

“Both these early learning programs are delivering outstanding results among the children and families we work with,” Mrs Young said.

“A key factor to their success is being able to support parents in how to engage in their child’s learning from the earliest years.

“Research shows a parent’s engagement in their child’s learning is a bigger factor in a child’s educational attainment than a family’s background. Children with parents engaged in their learning and development, are more likely to do well at school.

“As a community it’s critical we continue to ensure our most disadvantaged families have access to vital early learning support programs so every child can start school with the basic reading and writing skills they need.”

Night Bus, safety first The Jindy Night Bus, formerly known as the Brain Bus, is in its 18th year of service, getting people to and from licensed venues safely.

The main objective of the bus is to encourage people to travel safely and to not drink drive, and the service is well utilsed at all hours of the night.

RMS introduced a timetable for the service in 2012 and the timetable work efficiently enabling all passengers to know when to expect the bus.

The bus runs from 9.45pm to 2am on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. It services Jindabyne town and the Station Resort from the last week of June until Saturday, September 3.

The Night Bus is a not a door-to-door courtesy bus, but operates as a scheduled bus service with specified stops and a timetable making it easy to catch.

Stops include the Lake Jindabyne Hotel, Banjo Patterson

Inn, The Brumby Bar, Jindabyne Bowling & Sports Club and the Station Resort.

Two 20 seater buses operate on Wednesday and Saturday nights and they arrive at the venues every 20 minutes.

One bus operates on the Friday night and arrives at the venues every 40 minutes.

The Jindabyne Night Bus is currently operated by Snow Alliance and security is provided

by Black Hawk Security.

The Jindabyne Night Bus encourages responsible drinkers to use the service and it reserves the right to refuse passage to any drunken or disorderly passengers that may put the safety of other passengers on the bus at risk.

The cost of the bus is $2 and there is a security guard on board the bus at all times to ensure the safety of the passengers.

A full timetable can be found at http://www.nightbus.com.au/ jindabyne

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6.00 News. 9.00 News Mornings. 10.00 Australian Story. 10.30 Foreign Corre.

11.00 Who’s Been Sleeping In My House? 11.30 Eggheads. 12.00 News. 1.00 Pointless. 2.00 Parliament.

3.15 The Cook And The Chef.

3.45 The Bill. 4.10 Murder, She Wrote. 5.00 News. 5.30 The Drum. 6.10 Pointless.

7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 The Checkout. (PG) 8.30 The Code. Return. (M) 9.30 The Tunnel: Sabotage.

Premiere. (MA15+) 10.25 Lateline. 10.55 The Business. 11.10 Flying Miners. (PG)

6.00 News. 9.00 News Mornings. 10.00 One Plus One. 10.30 Catalyst. 11.00 From The Heart. 11.30 Eggheads. 12.00 News. 1.00 Pointless. 1.50 Our Zoo. 2.45 Auction Room. 3.15 The Cook And The Chef. 3.45 The Bill. 4.10 Murder, She Wrote.

5.00 News. 5.30 The Drum.

6.10 Pointless. 7.00 News.

7.30 Behind Closed Doors: An ABC News Special. 8.00 Birds Of A Feather. (PG) 8.25 Midsomer Murders. (M) 9.55 QI. (PG) 10.30 Lateline.

11.00 The Business. 11.15 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. (M)

6.00 Rage. 10.30 Rage.

11.40 The Checkout. 12.10 Birds Of A Feather. (PG) 12.30 QI. (PG) 1.05 Pointless.

1.50 The Men Who Made Us Fat. 2.40 Restoration Man. 3.30 Inside The Commons.

4.30 Landline. 5.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 6.30 Gardening Australia.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Agatha Raisin.

Premiere. (PG) 8.20 Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime. (M) 9.15 The Doctor Blake Mysteries. (M) 10.15 Poldark. (PG) 11.15 The Code. (M)

6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders.

10.30 Australia Wide. 11.00 World This Week. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 Landline.

1.00 Gardening Australia.

1.30 The Mix. 2.00 Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime.

3.00 Poldark. 4.05 Australian Story. 4.35 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. 5.10 Agatha Raisin. 6.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 Grand Designs New Zealand.

Final. 8.30 Vera. 10.00 The Bletchley Circle. 10.45 The Honourable Woman. 11.45 Meet The Mavericks.

6.00 News. 9.00 News Mornings. 10.00 Landline.

11.00 Compass. 11.30 Eggheads. 12.00 News. 1.00 Grand Designs New Zealand.

Final. 1.50 Our Zoo. 2.45 Auction Room. 3.15 The Cook And The Chef. 3.45 The Bill. 4.10 Murder, She Wrote. 5.00 News. 5.30 The Drum. 6.10 Pointless. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story.

8.30 Four Corners.

9.20 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 Q&A. 10.40 Lateline. 11.10 The Business. 11.30 Call Me Dad. (M)

6.00 News. 9.00 News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. 10.45 Media Watch.

11.00 Back Roads. 11.30 Eggheads. 12.00 News. 1.00 Pointless. 1.50 Our Zoo. 2.45 Auction Room. 3.15 The Cook And The Chef. 3.45 The Bill. 4.10 Murder, She Wrote.

5.00 News. 5.30 The Drum.

6.10 Pointless. 7.00 News.

7.30 7.30. 8.00 Catalyst. (PG) 8.30 City In The Sky. 9.30 Foreign Correspondent.

10.00 Meet The Mavericks.

Premiere. (M) 10.30 Lateline.

11.00 The Business.

11.20 Q&A.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: Smoke Screen. (2010) (M) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 8.00 The Force: Behind The Line. (PG) 8.30 The Durrells. (PG) 9.40 Movie: Mrs Brown’s Boys D’Movie. (2014) (M) Brendan O’Carroll, Jennifer Gibney.

11.45 Autopsy. (M)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 Movie: Baby Sellers. (2013) (M) 2.00 The Daily Edition.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.00 Selling Houses Australia. A couple try to sell their home.

9.10 Code Black. (M) Christa saves a woman’s life.

10.10 Saved. (PG) Part 1 of 4.

11.10 How To Lose Weight Well. (PG) 12.10 Private Practice. (M)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: The Girl Next Door. (1998) (M) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.

8.30 Movie: Bridget Jones’s Diary. (2001) (M) Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth. Follows a year in the life of a young British woman as she struggles with various romantic entanglements.

10.30 To Be Advised.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 Surf Patrol.

4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Movie: Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest. (2006) (PG) Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley.

10.00 Movie: The World’s End. (2013) (MA15+) Simon Pegg, Martin Freeman. A pub crawl reunites friends.

12.05 Dr Oz. (PG)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Movie: Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure. (2011) (G) 2.00 Movie: Last Chance Harvey.

(2008) (PG) 4.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Big Music Quiz. (PG) 8.00 Sunday Night. Hosted

by Melissa Doyle.

9.00 Criminal Minds. (M) Prentiss tracks a serial killer.

11.00 Motive. (M) 12.00 Scandal. (M)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 11.30 News.

12.00 Movie: Dead At 17.

(2008) 2.00 The Daily Edition.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. (PG) 8.50 Australia’s Cheapest Weddings. (PG) A pinup model marries a country boy.

9.50 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 11.15 The Goldbergs.

(PG) 12.15 Packed To The Rafters. (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: My Daughter’s Secret. (2007) (M) 2.00 The Daily Edition.

3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Zumbo’s Just Desserts. (PG) 8.45 800 Words. (PG) George lands a scoop.

9.45 Winners & Losers. (PG) 10.45 Chicago Fire. (M) 11.45 Bates Motel.

Final. (MA15+)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Ellen DeGeneres. (PG) 1.00 Extra. 1.30 Hot In Cleveland.

(PG) 2.00 The Block. (PG) 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 Married At First Sight. (M) Narrated by Georgie Gardner.

9.50 How The Rich Get Hitched. (PG) 10.50 The Truth About Sugar.

11.50 Weeds. (MA15+) 12.20 Anger Management. (M)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

(PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (PG) 1.00 Extra. 1.30 Hot In Cleveland. (PG) 2.00 The Block. (PG) 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters. From Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

9.40 The NRL Footy Show.

(M) Hosted by Paul Vautin.

11.40 The AFL Footy Show. (M)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

(PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 Ellen DeGeneres.

(PG) 1.00 Movie: Beyond Rangoon. (1995) (M) 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.30 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. Canterbury Bulldogs v South Sydney Rabbitohs. From ANZ Stadium, Sydney.

10.10 Movie: Jackie Chan’s First Strike. (1996) (M) Jackie Chan, Jackson Liu. 11.50 Movie: City Hall.

(1996) (M) Al Pacino.

6.00 PAW Patrol. 6.30 Dora.

7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Hot In Cleveland. (PG) 12.30 Fish’n With Mates.

(PG) 1.00 The Block. (PG) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6.00 Nine News.

7.00 Movie: Transformers: Age Of Extinction. (2014) (PG) Mark Wahlberg, Stanley Tucci. An inventor becomes involved with giant robots.

10.20 Movie: Fighting.

(2009) (M) Channing Tatum, Terrence Howard.

6.00 PAW Patrol. 6.30 Dora.

7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show.

1.00 Full Cycle. 1.30 Outback Paramedic. (PG) 2.30 Human Planet. (PG) 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 26.

New Zealand Warriors v Parramatta Eels. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 The Block. (PG) 8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.

9.30 Killer On The Line: Stephen French.

Premiere. (M) 10.30 Real Detective.

Premiere. (M) 11.30 Unforgettable. (M)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Ellen DeGeneres. (PG) 1.00 Extra. 1.30 The Block. (PG) 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 Married At First Sight. (M) Narrated by Georgie Gardner.

10.00 Amazing Medical Stories: The Boy Who Sees The World Upside Down. (PG) 11.00 An Hour To Save Your Life. (M) 12.20 Community. (PG)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra.

(PG) 11.30 Morning News.

12.00 Ellen DeGeneres.

(PG) 1.00 Extra. 1.30 Hot In Cleveland. (PG) 2.00 The Block. (PG) 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News.

5.30 Hot Seat.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PG) 8.40 Married At First Sight. (M) Narrated by Georgie Gardner.

9.50 Kings Cross ER. (PG) 10.50 Embarrassing Bodies Down Under. (MA15+) 11.50 A To Z. (PG) 12.20 20/20.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 WIN News. 8.00 Ent. Tonight.

8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Bachelor Aust. 12.10 Dr Phil.

(PG) 1.10 Offspring. 2.10 Ent. Tonight. 2.40 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelor Australia. (PG) 8.40 Offspring.

9.40 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.40 Hawaii Five-0.

Final. (M) 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 WIN News.

8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Talk. 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Bachelor Aust.

(PG) 2.10 Ent. Tonight. 2.40 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy.

(PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold.

(PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 WIN News. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Bachelor Australia. (PG) 8.40 Gogglebox.

Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows.

9.40 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.40 Blue Bloods. (M) 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 WIN News.

8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Talk. 12.00 Dr Phil. (M) 1.00 The Living Room. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight.

2.30 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Ben’s Menu.

4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.00 WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Living Room.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Guest quiz master is Justine Clarke.

9.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

6.00 Fishing Edge. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 iFish. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Weekend Feast. 9.30 St10. 12.00 The Living Room. 1.00 Healthy Homes Australia. 1.30 Life Inside The Markets. 2.00 Ben’s Menu. 2.30 Fishing Australia. 3.00 Cruise Mode.

3.30 Puppy Academy. 4.00 What’s Up Down Under. 4.30 Places We Go With Jennifer Adams. 5.00 News. 6.00 Travels With The Bondi Vet. 6.30 Big Birds. (PG) 7.30 Movie: We Bought A Zoo. (2011) (PG) 10.05 Movie: Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes. (2014) (M)

6.00 This Is Your Day With Benny Hinn. 6.30 Hillsong.

7.00 Joseph Prince. 7.30 Joel Osteen. 8.00 GCBC. 8.30 Just Go. 9.00 Everyday Gourmet. 9.30 St10. 12.00 Jamie’s 15-Minute Meals.

12.30 What’s Up Down Under. 1.00 The Doctors.

2.00 To Be Advised. 3.30 RPM GP. 4.00 RPM. 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud: Sunday. 6.30 Modern Family. (PG) 7.30 Australian Survivor.

8.40 Bondi Rescue. (PG) 9.40 Motor Racing.

Formula 1. Race 14. Italian Grand Prix.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 WIN News.

8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Talk. 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 To Be Advised.

2.10 Ent. Tonight. 2.40 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy.

(PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen.

4.00 Ben’s Menu. 4.30 Bold.

(PG) 5.00 News.

6.00 WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor.

9.00 Have You Been Paying Attention? (M) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

10.00 The Odd Couple.

Return. (PG) 11.00 Elementary. (M)

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Home Team. 7.00 WIN News.

8.00 Ent. Tonight. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Talk. 12.00 Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 To Be Advised.

2.30 GCBC. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. 4.00 Ben’s Menu.

4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News.

6.00 WIN News.

6.30 The Project.

7.30 Australian Survivor.

8.30 NCIS. (M) The team helps a sailor battling leukaemia.

9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.30 NCIS: New Orleans.

(M) 11.30 WIN’s All Australian News.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Hermitage Revealed. 3.00 Dateline.

3.30 Insight. 4.30 Lions On The Move. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Nigellissima.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Great American Railroad Journeys: Brooklyn To Montauk.

8.35 24 Hours In Emergency: Lean On Me. (M) A 66-year-old is rushed to St George’s.

10.30 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.00 How Safe Are My Drugs? (MA15+) 12.00 Movie: Qissa. (2013) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Contact. 2.30 Cathedrals Of Culture. 3.05 WWI’s Tunnels Of Death: The Big Dig. 4.05 The Great Escape: Secrets Revealed. 5.00 Cycling. La Vuelta a España. Stage 11.

Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Nigellissima.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 World’s Greatest Food Markets. (M) 8.30 Luke Nguyen’s Street Food Asia. Premiere.

9.00 Destination Flavour Down Under.

9.30 Versailles.

11.20 SBS News. 11.30 Movie: Tehroun. (2009) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 The Highwaymen: Friends Till The End. 3.00 The Point Review.

3.30 Heston’s In Search Of Perfection. 4.30 Thai Street Food. Final. 5.00 Cycling. La Vuelta a España. Stage 12.

Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Nigellissima.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Empire Of The Tsars: Romanov Russia. (PG) 8.35 Movie: The Other Boleyn Girl. (2008) Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson.

10.40 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.15 Movie: Heaven.

(2002) (MA15+)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Small Business Secrets. 2.30 The Rise And Rise Of Donald Trump. 3.35 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia. 4.05 The Classic Car Show. 5.00 Cycling. La Vuelta a España.

Stage 13. Highlights. 5.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Million Dollar American Princesses.

8.30 Movie: You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger. (2010) (M) Anthony Hopkins.

10.20 RocKwiz. (M) 11.15 Cycling. La Vuelta a España.

Stage 14.

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Arabic News. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 The Bowls Show.

2.00 Speedweek. 4.00 Voxwomen Cycling. 4.30 Cycling. La Vuelta a España.

Stage 14. Highlights. 5.00 Small Business Secrets. 5.30 The Hollywood War. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 Search For Atlantis. (PG) 8.30 World’s Biggest Sea Battle. Dan Snow documents the Battle of Jutland.

10.15 Curing Alzheimer’s.

11.20 Cycling. La Vuelta a España. Stage 15.

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 André Rieu: Live In Maastricht 2015.

3.00 The World From Above.

3.30 The Lakes. 4.00 Coast.

5.00 Cycling. La Vuelta a España. Stage 15. Highlights.

5.30 Letters And Numbers.

6.00 Nigellissima. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 24 Hours In Emergency.

8.30 Definitive Guide To The Bermuda Triangle.

9.25 Definitive Guide To Sea Monsters.

10.15 SBS World News Late Edition. 10.50 The World Game. 11.20 Cycling. La Vuelta a España. Stage 16.

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Pumeza. 2.25 Good Listening. (PG) 2.55 Years Of Living Dangerously.

(PG) 3.55 Edwardian Insects On Film. (PG) 5.00 Cycling. La Vuelta a España.

Stage 16. Highlights. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Nigellissima. Final. 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Australia.

8.30 Insight. Presented by Jenny Brockie.

9.30 Dateline.

10.00 SBS World News Late Edition.

10.30 The Legacy. (MA15+)

SBS (3)

WIN (8)

NINE (5)

PRIME7 (6)

ABC (2)

WEDNESDAY 6.00 News. 9.00 News Mornings. 10.00 Q&A. 11.30 Eggheads. 12.00 News.

12.30 Press Club. 1.30 Jennifer Byrne Presents The Seven Deadly Sins. 2.00 Parliament. 3.15 The Cook And The Chef. 3.45 The Bill.

4.10 Murder, She Wrote. 5.00 News. 5.30 The Drum. 6.10 Pointless. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG) 8.30 Gruen. (M) 9.20 You Can’t Ask That. (M) 9.40 Soul Mates II. (MA15+) 10.15 Would I Lie To You? The Unseen Bits. (PG) 10.45 Lateline. 11.15 The Business.

11.35 Four Corners.

RATING ADVICE: (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence PLEASE NOTE: Listings are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the networks.

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Sunsets last longer

Contact Craig Schofield: 02 6452 4979 M: 0414 865 922 E: craigschofield@oneagency.com.au W: oneagency.com.au

258 Towerangvale Rd • Approx 4.45 hectares

NOW $705,000 5 Beds, 2 Bath, 3 Car Set upon a block of more than 4.4 hectares this residence sits at the end of a quiet culde-sac. From the front door you are greeted by a generous entrance hall and high ceilings throughout which gives a great feeling of space.

Brushed with a fresh country flavour this family home offers a stunning design inside and out. Ultra spacious living areas include lounge, dining, family, meal and guest room plus a study. Also included is a large rumpus room, which opens onto sundrenched full verandahs, looking out over a rural landscape.

Numerous special features include, French doors, high 10ft ceilings, WI pantry, BIWs in all bedrooms and a WIW and ensuite in the main. Large 6ft windows in every room let in light all year round while the carpeted areas and bathrooms have in slab heating, combine this with insulation and a double sided wood heater and comfortable is a perfect way to describe the home. Some

newer additions include a dam for stock, RC Unit and cook top.

The Home itself is approx 31 squares of living add to this a 2.4m veranda surrounding the home and a three bay garage workshop and size is another perfect description.

Located on Towerangvale rd only a couple of one irons to the Golf Course and under 10 minutes to Cooma privacy and convenience are yours.

Water is not a problem as two rainwater storage tanks collect rainwater off the garage, combined with the community bore ensures an endless supply. This is a reluctant sale by the vendors so their pain is definitely your gain.

It’s not too often that opportunities like this present themselves so don’t let this one slip by.

An inspection by appointment only so if a tree change is on the agenda this masterpiece of style and comfort is a must to inspect.

FOR SALE

Sportspower Cooma A magnificent opportunity has arisen with Sportspower Cooma becoming for sale. Built up over the past six years by the current owners this is the only specialist sports store in the Cooma township. An ideal family business and opportunity to get out and be the boss of your own destiny by running your own business!

With a location in the middle of the busy Cooma CBD, a totally up to date premises with the current owners having spent $55,000 on shop upgrades to suite the franchise requirements.

This offers the new business owner a free run from major shop expenditure for years to come allowing more focus on building the business and profits!!

Sportspower Cooma is a truly well-presented and inviting business where all the hard work has been done to get it to the thriving business it is now. ready for you to take on!

Further information is available to genuine interested parties – ENQUIRIES STRICTLY VIA THE SELLING AGENT.

M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004 E: shannon@fergussonrealestate.com.au | www.fergussonrealestate.com.au | 50 Vale St, Cooma

104 Sharp Street, Cooma Asking $150,000 + Stock

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FOR SALE

Green all the way How would you like to have no more electricity bills and no water bills?

This beautifully presented home has that plus views to the Snowy River and Main Range that will take your breath away.

The home was constructed in 2008 out of Timbercrete Blocks.

Timbercrete has thermal insulation properties that outperform many masonry products by up to six times.

It’s made from timber waste products and actually traps the carbon that would otherwise end up as greenhouse gas.

You save energy for heating and cooling, it has excellent sound absorption and acoustic qualities it offer the highest possible fire resistance in Australia and is impervious to termites and rot. The windows have comfort glass installed so this combined with full insulation through the coldest days in winter or the most stifling summer

days keep the home at a comfortable level.

Let’s talk about the layout. Bedrooms two and three are large approx. 12m2 in size, the kitchen has a Walk in Pantry, timber bench tops and a gas commercial oven, further features include a formal dining room and large loungeroom with fireplace.

A lovely feature is the main bedroom it is huge over 19m2 in size and also has a large ensuite and a walk in wardrobe that would be the envy of every lady.

The exterior additions include a double garage and extra workshop space.

The garage houses the solar power and an extra feature is the wind powered turbine. The current owners also supplement an income by growing all types of herbs and salad greens from the hydroponic greenhouse.

A covered veranda allows you to sit comfortably and overlook the iconic

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Snowy River as it borders the south boundary complete with pumping rights, or in winter the snow capped main range is also visible.

This is spectacular country. The scenery will blow your mind A lifestyle property in an ideal location only five minutes to Dalgety Township around 40 minutes to the NSW snow fields or approx.1 and a half hours to Canberra.

These types of properties do not meet the market very often so feel free to call today for a private viewing.

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FOR SALE

OUTSTANDING COMMERCIAL COSY COTTAGE OPPORTUNITY Right in the hub of Cooma’s CBD is an opportunity for an owner operator to secure a freehold commercial shop.

24 Bombala St, Cooma is highly visible being between a butchery and bakery.

The property has 181 sq metres in the shop and 380 sq metres of rear parking space, which could be further developed.

Buyers can choose between the freehold, the business or both.

24 Bombala St, Cooma Ph 6452 3777

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SHARP ST, COOMA

5 Lloyd Ave, Cooma $230,000 Don Menchin 0413 028 795 Take a drive along Lloyd Ave in the morning and you will see this home bathed in sunshine.

The owner advises that it was built about 1972 by Elido Fachin. Well built? Yes!

Offering three bedrooms, an open plan, a step in shower and little garden maintenance, it looks ideal for a retiree.

The central location is always helpful in many ways.

4 KUNUMA CL, BERRIDALE

5 MANEROO PL, COOMA

30 CLARKE ST, NIMMITABEL

Builders and developers take note. Would suit 3 units with street frontage. Quiet cul-de-sac. 1153 Sqm level block.

A big block with a big view. Dual street access.

A delightful home to show with all the modern extras.

This nicely presented 3 B/R home has a spacious open living room served by a modern kitchen.

$70,000

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$330,000

$185,000

31 TULONG AVE, COOMA

54 OLD MILL RD, COOMA

62 MACLEAN ST, NUMERALLA

A lovely design. Formal rooms, family rooms, T.V room, executive office, 4 B/Rs and 3 bathrooms.

Ducted heating, spa room.

Everything is done. A 3 B/R home, big double garage, hay/machinery shed, stock yard, poultry runs, exc water.

Only a few years young. A 3 B/R, brick home with 2 living areas plus a great view from the verandah in a quiet village setting.

$435,000

$390,000 Ph 6452 3777 Don Menchin: 0413 028 795

$300,000 rh.com.au

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Happy endings begin here Ideally located on the Baron Street side of Victoria Street, this three-bedroom home would make a lovely first home with plenty of room for the expanding family.

Two of the three bedrooms have walk in robes and all bedrooms are of a generous size.

The kitchen has enough space to add more cupboards or even a dishwasher.

A dining table could even be situated in one corner.

Natural gas imitation log fire in the lounge room.

Family bathroom.

With rear lane access, single car garage and the benefits of the large block (850 sqm), this property is worth an inspection.

6 Victoria Street 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car • $195,000

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A superb opportunity exists to secure a family home in an unbeatable location. Offering three good sized bedrooms including an en-suite and walk in robe off the main. Versatile formal living (complete with open fire) and an additional casual sundrenched living with exposed timber beams, slow combustion wood fire and veranda. Large country timber kitchen and dining nook with sliding door access to the upper level of the rear yard. Timber finished family bathroom with separate shower and bath. Large laundry including shelving and drying cupboard. Furthermore, the home stands on an 872m2 (approx.) block with established trees/gardens, privacy hedge’s, level front and tiered rear yard plus the benefit of a double carport, all with a lovely Easterly Cooma aspect.

View: 27 Aug & 3 Sep 12pm-12:30pm & 8 Sep 12:30pm-1pm Raylin Fletcher 0416 280 077

Ph: 6452 4155 & BOLLER & COMPANY 168 Sharp Street COOMA NSW BC Property management, rural & residential sales

$168,000

LARGE HOME CLOSE TO SCHOOLS

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FIRST HOME / DOWN SIDE OR INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

HOP-SKIP & A JUMP TO SCHOOL

$160,000

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$229,000

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“We are always here!�

www.bollerco.com.au

stock & station real estate agents

$190,000

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Ph: 6452 4155

not selling, easing your mind and comfort zone.

Call in and talk to Chip and Raylin, about what your property is really worth on today’s market.

WHEN LOCATION COUNTS! 28 Crisp Street, Cooma NSW

BCBOLLER & COMPANY TIME FORGOTTEN

FOR SALE

RURAL LISTING $595,000

AS NEW 4 BEDROOM RESIDENCE ON 170 ACRES

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COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST! $535,000

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FOR SALE

Wednesday August 31, 2016

Heather Anoleck Dip FMBM

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

Why use a broker?

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

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

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

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

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

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

No matter what your circumstance, I am happy to offer my advice.

Call now for a free appointment on 0431 351 873

Heather Anoleck

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

Mobile: 0431 351 873 E: heather@hdafinancesolutions.com.au Specialist advice for: t 'JSTU )PNF #VZFST t *OWFTUNFOU t 3FGJOBODFT Weekend and evening appointments available.

Unit 3/30 Baron St, Cooma, NSW

Priced to sell This solid brick three bedroom house will make a beautiful family home after some TLC and renovations. It is set high off the road with great views.

• Three bedrooms plus a study or second lounge room • Large kitchen with a built in breakfast bar and lots of cupboards

• The bathroom and separate toilet are accessed from the laundry • Natural gas heating • Beautiful cornices in some of the rooms • Single garage with workshop at the rear plus a large carport • A large backyard with plenty of room for a vegetable garden Shop 3 Centennial Plaza, Cooma

Ph: 6452 4043

www.realestatecooma.com.au

270 Sharp Street, Cooma

Immaculate presentation This beautifully presented home is just waiting for its new owners.

Just move in because all the hard work has been done.

• Three large bedrooms, all with built in robes • Modern bathroom with underfloor heating • New kitchen with quality appliances Shop 3 Centennial Plaza, Cooma

Ph: 6452 4043

www.realestatecooma.com.au

WE NEED D RENTALS

CONTACT SUSAN TODAY

SUSAN JESSON sjesson@fnfc.com.au

Ph: 6452 4043

Shop 3 Centennial Plaza, Cooma www.realestatecooma.com.au

• Ducted natural gas heating, plus reverse cycle • Beautiful low maintenance gardens • Single colourbond garage and a carport • This is a very large block, 1708m2, Plenty of space for a boat and caravan • Both front and rear access to the block

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FOR SALE

Colonial style cottage with huge potential This neat one bedroom cottage offers a warm and cosy feel throughout.

Located not far from Cooma’s CBD this cottage offers loads of potential.

Vendor is very keen to sell.

Great features include; • Natural gas heating with natural gas log fire providing that cosy warmth throughout Cooma’s winter months; • Great size block with enclosed garage; • Ornate metal pressed high ceilings; • New foundation, Bamboo flooring throughout main living, kitchen and bedroom; • Modernized and rustic feel kitchen with

great appeal; • Modern bathroom with great natural light, laundry off from bathroom; • Great investment opportunity, recently rented at $180 a week making that a 5.8% return for investors.

Make a time to view this unique colonial style cottage today.

51 West St, Cooma REDUCED $162,500

37 Culey Ave, Cooma

Asking $295,000

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2 Maclean St, Numeralla

Asking $205,000

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10 Warrens Corner Rd, Numeralla

Asking $479,000

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13 Wangie St, Cooma

NEW PRICE $365,000

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Shannon Fergusson | M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004 E: shannon@fergussonrealestate.com.au | www.fergussonrealestate.com.au | 50 Vale St, Cooma

Prime Time TV Guide WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

August 31–September 6

MONDAY

TUESDAY

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Gruen Pitch Rewind. (PG) 8.30 Secrets Of South America: Cinderellas Of e The Slums. (PG) 9.20 Army Girls. (M) 10.10 Dirty Laundry. (M) 11.05 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.45 Hard Time. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters.

8.20 Gruen Pitch Rewind. (PG) 8.30 Gruen XL. (M) 9.15 Catastrophe.

Final. (MA15+) 9.40 Episodes. (M) 10.10 Broad City. (M) 10.35 Dirty Laundry. (M) 11.30 Jimmy Fallon.

12.10 Live At The Apollo.

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Gruen Pitch Rewind.

8.30 Cocaine Cowboys. (M) 10.25 Dirty Laundry. (MA15+) 11.15 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.55 Sex Rehab With Dr Drew. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 Highway Thru Hell.

8.20 Would I Lie To You? 8.50 The Moaning Of Life: Happiness. (M) Part 2 of 5.

9.35 Live At The Apollo. (M) 10.20 Catastrophe.

Final. (MA15+) 10.50 Broad City. (M) 11.10 Episodes. (M) 11.40 Breaking Bad. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 Seconds From Disaster. (M) 8.20 The Daters: Traffic Light Party. (M) 8.30 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M) 9.15 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends: Off Broadway. (M) 10.05 Cocaine Cowboys. (M) 12.05 Army Girls. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Gruen Pitch Rewind.

8.30 Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends: Wrestling. (M) 9.20 Ross Kemp: Extreme World: Haiti. (MA15+) 10.05 Dirty Laundry. (MA15+) 11.05 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.45 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks.

7.30 River Monsters. (PG) 8.20 Gruen Pitch Rewind.

8.30 Good Game. (M) 9.00 The Checkout. (PG) 9.30 Hard Time: Battle Behind Bars. (M) 10.25 Dirty Laundry. (M) 11.10 The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.50 Ross Kemp: Extreme World. (MA15+)

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6.00 Make It Pop! 6.20 Secret Life Of Boys.

6.25 Backstage.

6.50 BtN Newsbreak.

7.00 Deadly 60.

7.30 Officially Amazing.

8.00 Adv Time.

8.20 Total Drama Action.

8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation.

9.05 Dani’s House.

9.35 World’s End. 9.50 Rage.

6.00 Make It Pop! 6.20 Secret Life Of Boys.

6.25 Backstage.

6.50 BtN Newsbreak.

7.00 Deadly 60.

7.30 Officially Amazing.

8.00 Adv Time.

8.20 Total Drama Action.

8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation.

9.05 Dani’s House.

9.35 World’s End. 9.50 Rage.

6.00 Make It Pop! 6.20 Secret Life Of Boys.

6.25 Backstage.

6.50 BtN Newsbreak.

7.00 Deadly 60.

7.30 Officially Amazing.

8.00 Adv Time.

8.20 Total Drama Action.

8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation.

9.05 Dani’s House.

9.35 Miraculous Tales Of Ladybug And Cat Noir.

6.10 The Penguins Of Madagascar.

6.30 Horrible Histories. (PG) 7.00 Operation Ouch!

7.30 Bushwhacked!

7.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.05 Dani’s House. Dani and Max are snowed in and alone.

9.35 World’s End. Cat and Lexy sneak to the SZ. 9.50 Close.

6.10 The Penguins Of Madagascar.

6.30 Horrible Histories.

7.00 Operation Ouch!

7.30 Bushwhacked!

7.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) Maya thinks Zig stole her laptop.

9.05 Dani’s House. A greedy real estate agent conspires to sell Dani’s house.

9.35 World’s End. 9.50 Rage. (PG)

6.00 Make It Pop! 6.20 Secret Life Of Boys.

6.25 Backstage.

6.50 BtN Newsbreak.

7.00 Deadly Mission: Madagascar.

7.30 Officially Amazing.

8.00 Adv Time.

8.20 Total Drama Action.

8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation.

9.05 Dani’s House.

9.35 World’s End.

6.00 Make It Pop! 6.20 Secret Life Of Boys.

6.25 Backstage.

6.50 BtN Newsbreak.

7.00 Deadly Mission: Madagascar.

7.30 Officially Amazing.

8.00 Adv Time.

8.20 Total Drama All Stars.

8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation.

9.05 Dani’s House.

9.35 World’s End.

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6.30 Bargain Hunt. Teams head to a collectors fair in Ardingly.

7.30 Doc Martin. (PG) An influx of tourists annoys Martin.

8.30 Lewis. (M) A body is found dumped on a farm track is identified as the recently-deceased local GP. 10.30 How Britain Worked: Park. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Some Mothers Do ’Ave ’Em. (PG) Frank spends the weekend with Betty’s brother.

8.00 One Foot In The Grave. (PG) Victor attempts to assault God. 8.45 Murdoch Mysteries.

(M) Murdoch travels to Buffalo.

10.45 Suspects. (M) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 The Border. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. Alistair Appleton heads to Norfolk to help an outdoors-loving couple find their country home.

10.30 Best Houses Australia.

11.00 Cook Me The Money. (PG) 12.00 Australia’s Best Backyards.

6.30 Mighty Cruise Ships. (PG) 7.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railways. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. Presented by Denise Nurse.

9.30 Nick Knowles’ Original Features.

10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG) 11.30 Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations. (PG)

6.00 Mighty Ships.

7.00 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 7.30 Britain’s Busiest Airport: Heathrow. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. Presented by Jules Hudson.

9.30 Escape To The Continent.

10.45 Mighty Ships.

11.45 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Cities Of The Underworld: Tunnels Of Hell – Okinawa. (PG) Explores what it was like to live through the Battle of Okinawa.

8.30 Wallander. (MA15+) Three teenagers are murdered.

10.30 Air Crash Investigation. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Kingdom. (PG) A kindly solicitor represents the odd people who populate the town of Market Shipborough.

8.30 Inspector Morse.

(PG) Inspector Morse and Sergeant Lewis try to solve a baffling case involving the theft of erotic paintings.

10.50 The Border. (PG) 11.50 Bargain Hunt.

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6.00 American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 American Dad! (M) 8.30 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) Sheldon receives the accolades of his peers for his latest scientific breakthrough.

10.00 Family Guy. (M) 11.00 Rude Tube. (M) 11.30 1000 Ways To Die. (MA15+)

6.00 American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Car Crash TV. (PG) 8.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 9.00 Movie: Safe. (2012) (MA15+) Jason Statham, Catherine Chan. A cage fighter protects a young prodigy.

10.50 America’s Hardest Prisons. (M)

6.00 American Pickers.

(PG) The guys make a surprising discovery.

7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) The team appraises items including a military lighter.

7.30 Football. EJ Whitten Legends Game. Victoria v All Stars. From Etihad Stadium, Melbourne.

11.00 Movie: John Carpenter’s Ghost Of Mars. (2001) (MA15+)

6.00 Dynamo: Magician Impossible. (PG) Dynamo heads to Ibiza.

7.00 Football. AFL. Women’s Exhibition Match.

Melbourne v Western Bulldogs. From Whitten Oval, Melbourne.

9.30 Movie: The 6th Day. (2000) (M) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sarah Wynter. A helicopter pilot goes on the run.

6.00 MythBusters. (PG) 7.00 Movie: Back To The Future Part II. (1989) (PG) Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd. A young man inadvertently alters time.

9.15 Movie: The Bourne Supremacy. (2004) (M) Matt Damon, Franka Potente. A former CIA agent tries to clear his name.

11.25 Movie: The Big Hit. (1998) (MA15+)

6.00 American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Cajun Pawn Stars.

(PG) The gang considers purchasing a police car.

8.30 Baggage Battles.

(PG) The buyers head to Nashville, Tennessee.

9.30 Storage Wars. (PG) The buyers head to downtown Los Angeles.

10.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M)

6.00 American Pickers. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 MegaTruckers. (M) Follows a team of heavy haulage drivers.

9.00 Ice Road Truckers. (M) 10.00 Counting Cars. (PG) 10.30 Restoration Garage. (PG) 11.30 Car Chasers. (PG)

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6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang Theory.

(PG) The guys take fencing lessons.

9.00 Movie: Horrible Bosses. (2011) (MA15+) Jason Bateman, Kevin Spacey. Friends decide to murder their bosses.

11.00 Movie: Boogie Nights. (1997) (MA15+)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Mom. (M) 8.30 Rick And Morty.

Premiere. A scientist and his grandson go on adventures.

9.30 2 Broke Girls. (M) The girls run into Caroline’s newly engaged ex.

10.30 Anger Management. (M) 11.30 Sullivan & Son. (M)

6.00 Scooby Doo! Mecha Mutt Menace.

6.30 Movie: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed.

(2004) (PG) Freddie Prinze Jr. 8.30 Movie: The Sum Of All Fears. (2002) (M) Ben Affleck, Morgan Freeman.

A CIA analyst pursues a group of terrorists.

11.00 Movie: The Art Of War. (2000) (MA15+)

7.20 Movie: Hairspray.

(2007) (PG) John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer.

9.35 Movie: Are We Officially Dating? (2014) (MA15+) Zac Efron, Michael B. Jordan, Miles Teller.

Three friends, all determined to remain single, find that they have come to the potential beginnings of relationships.

11.35 Adult Swim. (MA15+)

6.00 Batman: The Brave And The Bold. (PG) 6.30 Movie: Wild Wild West. (1999) (PG) Will Smith, Kevin Kline.

Two hired guns must save the president.

8.40 Movie: Broken Arrow.

(1996) (M) John Travolta, Christian Slater. An airforce officer pursues a terrorist.

10.50 Movie: Snakes On A Plane. (2006) (M)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) Brick sees his first film in a movie theatre.

7.30 Top Gear. (PG) The boys race from London to Milan.

9.00 Movie: Kill Bill: Vol. 1. (2003) (MA15+) Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu. An assassin seeks revenge.

11.10 Cops Uncut. (MA15+)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) Brick attends a Bar Mitzvah.

7.30 Lip Sync Battle. (M) Presented by LL Cool J. 8.30 Justin Bieber Roast.

(MA15+) Celebrities roast Justin Bieber.

10.30 Two And A Half Men. (M) 11.30 Balls Of Steel Australia. (MA15+)

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6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 Miniseries: Miss Marple: A Pocketful Of Rye. (PG) Part 2 of 2.

Miss Marple continues to investigate the murder of a businessman.

8.40 Midsomer Murders.

(PG) After a doctor is killed, Barnaby believes the man was not the real target.

10.50 Silent Witness. (MA15+)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 Movie: Agatha Christie’s A Caribbean Mystery. (1983) (PG) Helen Hayes, Barnard Hughes. Miss Marple goes on holiday.

9.30 Little Britain. (M) Vicky makes a nuisance of herself.

10.50 Blackadder Goes Forth. (PG) 11.20 Luther. (MA15+)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 As Time Goes By. Lionel walks in on Sandy in the bath.

8.50 Movie: Chasing Liberty. (2004) (PG) Mandy Moore, Matthew Goode, Mark Harmon. The teenage daughter of the US president falls for a young Englishman.

11.00 Movie: Fathers’ Day. (1997) (M)

7.00 Movie: The First Wives Club. (1996) (PG) Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler.

9.05 Movie: Rumour Has It. (2005) (M) Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Costner, Shirley MacLaine. A woman discovers that a part of her family history may be more complicated than she imagined.

11.05 Movie: Romancing The Stone. (1984) (M)

6.30 RBT. (PG) Follows the activities of police units.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 Major Crimes. (M) A dead body falls out of a car boot.

9.40 Rizzoli & Isles. (M) A competitive fisherman is murdered.

10.40 Murder In The First. (M) 11.40 Person Of Interest. (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.00 Friends.

7.30 David Attenborough’s The Hunt. (PG) 8.40 Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: Some Of The Things That Molecules Do. (PG) 9.40 Nature’s Weirdest Events. (PG) 10.50 Hurricane 360. (PG) 11.50 The Black Adder. (PG)

6.30 Friends. (PG) Phoebe dates a foreign diplomat.

7.30 Call The Midwife. (M) 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) Poirot investigates the murder of an elderly eccentric who was killed after announcing her brother was murdered.

10.40 The Bletchley Circle. (M) 11.50 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M)

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6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Meganature. (PG) 8.30 Megafactories: Lotus.

(PG) Takes a look at a Lotus supercar.

9.30 Netball. International Quad Series. Game 2.

Australia v England.

From Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

11.30 Sons Of Anarchy. (MA15+)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Gold Coast Cops.

(PG) A driver is stopped mid-dinner.

8.30 Megastructures: Korean Superlink. Takes a look at the Korean Superlink.

9.30 Cops: Adults Only. (PG) 10.30 Clubland. (M) 11.00 Undercover Boss. (M)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 MacGyver. (PG) 8.30 Walker, Texas Ranger.

(M) Walker helps a retired Texas Ranger who has arrived in town pursuing a suspected cop killer.

9.30 Movie: True Justice: Dark Vengeance.

(2011) (M) Steven Seagal, Meghan Ory. 11.30 Undercover Boss. (M)

6.00 The Renovation King.

6.30 The Unstoppables. Final.

7.00 Last Man Standing. (PG) 7.30 Megastructures: Korean Superlink.

8.30 Megafactories: Lotus.

(PG) Takes a look at a Lotus supercar.

9.30 Zoo. (M) 10.30 Crisis. (M) 11.30 Rosewood. (M)

6.00 Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) A correspondent arrives at the hospital.

7.30 Scorpion. (PG) 8.30 Attenborough’s Tiger: Spy In The Jungle. (PG) Part 1 of 3.

9.30 Movie: Jarhead.

(2005) (MA15+) Jake Gyllenhaal, Jamie Foxx.

A young marine struggles with boredom.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Undercover Boss.

Final. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Deep Impact.

(1998) (M) Morgan Freeman, Robert Duvall.

An asteroid is on a collision course with Earth.

11.00 Man Seeking Woman. (M) 11.30 Man Seeking Woman. (MA15+)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 M*A*S*H. 7.30 48 Hours: Paradise Lost. (M) A look at a the death of John Bender.

8.30 Movie: Passion Play.

(2010) Mickey Rourke, Megan Fox. A musician rescues a freak show performer.

10.30 Rosewood. (M) 11.30 Star Trek: Voyager. (PG)

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6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 8.00 Futurama. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons.

(PG) Lisa signs up to go to Mars.

9.30 Bob’s Burgers. (PG) 10.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 11.00 James Corden. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 8.00 New Girl. (M) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Jane The Virgin. (M) 10.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 11.00 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother.

8.00 The Grinder. (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Heartbreak Kid. (2007) (M) Ben Stiller, Malin Akerman.

10.45 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 11.15 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (PG)

6.00 The Simpsons. (PG) 6.30 The Great Australian Spelling Bee. 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) Barney must wear a ducky tie.

8.00 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 8.30 To Be Advised.

9.30 Sex And The City. (M) Carrie decides she enjoys being single.

11.30 American Gothic.

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Futurama. (PG) 7.00 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 8.00 The Simpsons. (M) 8.30 Movie: Psycho. (1998) (M) Vince Vaughn, Anne Heche. A woman checks into a sinister motel.

10.40 Sex And The City. (M) 11.20 Sex And The City. (MA15+)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons. (PG) 7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 8.00 Fresh Off The Boat.

Return. (PG) 8.30 The Simpsons.

9.00 The Simpsons. (PG) Apu cheats on Manjula.

9.30 Sleepy Hollow. (M) 11.30 The Late Late Show With James Corden. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 Neighbours.

7.05 The Simpsons.

7.30 How I Met Your Mother. (M) 8.00 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Shaft. (2000) (M) Samuel L Jackson, Toni Collette.

10.30 How I Met Your Mother. (PG) 11.00 James Corden. (PG)

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6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Brooklyn NineNine. (PG) 7.35 The Feed.

8.05 Geeks Who Drink. (PG) Hosted by Zachary Levi.

8.30 From Dusk Till Dawn. (MA15+) Freddie and Kate uncover some epic secrets and confront Oculto, a reclusive and dangerous Lord.

6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Brooklyn NineNine. (PG) 7.30 The Feed.

8.00 Billy On The Street.

(PG) Comedy game show.

8.30 South Park. (M) Zombies take over South Park.

9.25 South Park. (MA15+) Mr Hankey pays Kyle a visit.

9.55 South Park. (M) 11.45 The Feed.

6.00 If You Are The One. 7.00 Human Resources. (PG) 7.30 Friday Feed.

8.00 RocketJump: Jess’s Big Date. (M) 8.30 Adam Looking For Eve. Couples go on nude dates.

9.25 The Science Behind Sex. (M) 10.25 Movie: Kung Fu Jungle. (2014)

7.05 Food, Booze And Tattoos: Soweto.

7.30 If You Are The One Australia Special.

8.30 Heston’s Dinner In Space. Part 2 of 2.

9.25 12 Monkeys. Cole and Cassie embark on a time travel mission.

10.15 12 Monkeys. (M) 11.05 Lost Girl. (M) 11.55 Movie: Weird Science. (1985) (M)

7.30 If You Are The One Australia Special.

8.30 Movie: Star Trek: The Motion Picture. (1979) (PG) William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy. The crew of the Enterprise investigates after a destructive alien probe is detected on a course for Earth.

10.55 Full Frontal With Samantha Bee. (M) 11.25 I’m A Stripper. (M)

6.00 If You Are The One. 7.05 Brooklyn NineNine. (PG) 7.30 The Feed.

8.00 The Mindy Project. (PG) 9.00 Movie: Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan.

(1982) (M) William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy.

11.05 Movie: Star Trek III: The Search For Spock.

(1984) (PG)

6.00 If You Are The One. 7.05 Brooklyn NineNine. (PG) 7.30 The Feed.

8.00 Full Frontal With Samantha Bee. (M) 8.30 Movie: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home.

(1986) (PG) William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy.

10.40 How To Find Love Online.

11.45 South Park. (M)

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Expect the best at Yarrawonga Merino Stud on-property sale

Yarrawonga is a family owned and managed business, founded by Don and Thea Phillips in 1971 on the Monaro after winning the Statewide Country Life Ewe Competition. It has grown to be one of the most progressive and productive Merino Studs in Australia.

It is now managed by Steve and Liz Phillips and is located at ‘Cunningham Plain’ Harden NSW, where

sheep are run under natural and improved pastures on granite soils with an average rainfall of 625mm.

Yarrawonga sheep have continued over the years to compete with and outperform other bloodlines in wether trials, ewe competitions, sheep and wool sales and stud ram sales.

At Yarrawonga the main objective is to produce more dollars per head. They are

commercially orientated, joining 15,000 ewes annually.

Yarrawonga now owns and operates seven properties across New South Wales. This growth and expansion has been made possible through the profitability of their merino flock.

Their focus is to generate increased farm profits.

Yarrawonga sheep have the unique ability to increase fleece weights while decreasing

micron, very few studs can do this. This has been proved through countless wether trials over the past 30 years.

Yarrawonga stud ewes average 8kg and better while averaging 18.5 micron. The Poll merino stud at Yarrawonga is now at the forefront of

Transparency needed between dairy supply farmers and processors NSW Farmers’ Association Dairy Committee is calling for greater transparency in the dairy industry through the development of a milk price index and a closer look at contracts between farmers and processors.

The call comes as dairy farmers, industry representatives, processors, retailers and the ACCC met in Melbourne last Wednesday for a symposium on the challenges the dairy industry faces.

Dairy Committee Chair Erika Chesworth said “Farmers have witnessed their hard work and pure product devalued by dollar-a-litre milk and struggle to understand how processers and retailers report large profits year after year while the farm gate price gets lower or cut mid-season.

“Dairy farmers are adept at budgeting and

planning for good and bad seasons, but you can only develop a budget on the figures you know, given to you by the processor you supply.

“A milk price index will demystify the process, allowing farmers to gain a greater oversight and understanding of prices along the supply chains. It will provide greater certainty for future growth and investment.”

“We are committed to working with the government to develop and define this tool.

“This isn’t a silver bullet and we still want some serious attention on the dollar-a-litre issue and the real value of milk, but a good starting point is more transparency in the supply chain and a closer look at contracts,” Ms Chesworth said.

Ms Chesworth took part in Wednesday’s symposium.

the poll industry with large numbers of Polls being produced now.

Yarrawonga will hold its annual on property ram sale on Monday 12th September at ‘Cunningham Plains’ Harden.

This years

offering will include 200 rams, the most ever offered by Yarrawonga.

Included in this years sale will be progeny of the One Oak 10 (pictured top left), purchased for $30,000 at the One Oak dispersal

sale. This years rams include 50% polls and show tremendous growth for age.

All rams have current measurements and ASBVs. Yarrawonga offers free delivery to the Monaro.

CLEARING SALE SAT 17TH SEPT 2016 AT 10AM 681 MYALLA ROAD, COOMA A/C P&C CASANOVA - PROPERTY SOLD

Un-registered Rav 4 2 Door fair condition, Ford 4000 tractor – runs well, Kubota L245 – runs well needs new water pump – with blade, Goldacres spray unit with spray bar 3m boom approx 200ltr, 6 ft berends slasher, Echpro mig welder new in box 100amp, Weldmatic mig welder, 7 x sheep yard panels & 2x end gates, New cement Sheep trough, PTO post hole digger, Hilux sheep crate, Ute back cattle crate, 3 leaf harrows, Electric Cement mixer, Honda pump, Shed steel frames, Assort steel frames, Shed trusses steel, Round bale feeders x 4, PTO Jetting pump, Wool table, Antique cart, Fire tanker, 2x outdoor gas heaters, Assort tool boxes with tools, OXY set , Sand blaster, Fire screen, Assorted poly fittings, Assorted elec fencing, Office desks, Plastic horse feed drums, Old Toyota hilux 2wd – Diesel, Water tank, Overhead fuel tank, Scrap steel, Heavy duty mesh gates, Tank and stand, Dual axel farm trailer flat tray, Large pots, Old Daihatsu – not registered, GMC Table saw, Chest freezer, Assort water skis & snow skis & knee

board (near new!), Eskys, Filing Cabinets, some house hold furniture in good condition and sundries too numerous to mention.

OUTSIDE ENTRIES – 4x new Dunlop AT20 Grandtrek 17inc 4WD tyres, meat saw & mincer, 3x 20ltr Gerry cans, Macnaught mini lube, 7 iron posts, endless chain, 2x 12m green hide ropes, 30m steel cable, 150mm dawn vice, foot netting tie wire.

OUTSIDE ENTRIES OF SIMILAR TYPE ITEMS RECEIVED AND RECOMMENDED. AUCTION CONDUCTED STRICTLY UNDER BID CARD SYSTEM – REGISTER PRIOR TO SALE – ID REQUIRED PAYMENT REQUIRED ON DAY OF SALE VIA CASH – CHEQUE OR EFT AVAILABLE – PHOTOS AVAILABLE AT www.fergussonrealestate.com.au

Shannon Fergusson | E: shannon@fergussonrealestate.com.au M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004 | 50 Vale St, Cooma

YARRAWONGA MERINO & POLL MERINO ON PROPERTY RAM SALE

200 Rams Monday 12th Sept 2016 ‘Cunningham Plains’ Harden Latest results in bloodline analysis including 77 bloodlines across Australia.

Yarrawonga is ranked the highest profit per DSE. Semen Sire Y961, tested PP Mic: 17.5, SD: 3.1, CV: 17, CF: 99.5 ASBV’s: YWT: 8, YCFW: 24.2,YFD: -0.9, YDC: -0.8, MP: +159

Contacts: Steve Phillips 0427 863 128

1ST SONS OF ONE OAK 13-10 PURCHASED $30,000 LOOK IMPRESSIVE FOR THE SALE THIS YEAR.

FREE DELIVERY TO THE MONARO

Ben Patrick 0428 984 699 Damien Meaburn 0419 970 009 Website: www.yarrawongamerino.com.au

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Tara Park prides themselves NSW farmer confidence soars on on top quality Merino rams promise of ‘cracking’ spring this year Tara Park Merino Stud is run by the Evans family at Boorowa NSW. Founded in 1977 the stud has had great success at both shows and sales since inception.

The main focus is maintaining heavy cutting fleeces on a large framed plainer bodied sheep with good conformation. Average adult micron of the flock remains at 18.5 with the hoggets repeatedly cutting 8-8.5kg.

Predominantly a closed stud, the management methodically selects ewes to be joined to top sires to maximise their potential.

The stud undertakes an Artificial Insemination programme every year where the ewes are lambed in a shed under close supervision day and night. Lambs are identified and characteristics noted at birth resulting in positive records. When purchasing rams you can be assured of accurate pedigrees.

This year has been very challenging, with extremely dry conditions early in the year followed by a very difficult wet overcast winter.

However Tara Park is please with the way their sale rams are progressing.

They have handled the extremes of weather remarkably well.

The semen sire is TP3134 and the first drop of lambs on the ground this year are looking very promising.

With great structure, bone and length

of body, they will no doubt carry the same bright rich wool of their sire.

Semen is available on request from their top sires, just contact Guy Evans for the details on 0427 439 102.

Their sale on Monday 19 September is the only opportunity to buy a Tara Park Stud ram this year, as there are no plans to conduct a sale at any other venue.

They have 100 top of the drop rams for sale at their auction, any previews may be organised by appointment with Guy. There will also be a display of sale rams at the SWS Field Day St Clements Retreat Galong on Thursday September 1.

The promise of a ‘cracking’ spring, following soaking winter rainfall across New South Wales, has given the state’s farmers a boost – with rural confidence now at one of its highest levels in 15 years.

Rabobank’s latest quarterly Rural Confidence Survey has found nine out of 10 NSW farmers expect agricultural economic conditions to either improve or remain similar to the past 12 months.

Beef and sheep graziers remain bullish and confidence lifted strongly in the cotton sector, although low farmgate milk prices continue to weigh on dairy sentiment.

The latest survey, completed last month, saw the net NSW Rural Confidence index (percentage of farmers expecting conditions to improve, less the percentage expecting conditions to worsen) more than double this quarter to 35 per cent, up from 16 per cent.

Overall, 43 per cent of the state’s farmers expect conditions to improve over the coming 12 months (up from 30 per cent in the previous survey), while just eight per cent expect conditions to worsen, down from 14 per cent.

A total of 47 per cent had a stable outlook,

expecting similar conditions to the last 12 months.

Rabobank national manager Country Banking Australia Todd Charteris said the positivity prevailing across much of New South Wales’ rural sector was “spurred by rain�, with soaking winter rainfall and the promise of a good spring underpinning production prospects for the season ahead. “This has set up the winter crop, with most areas of the state on the cusp of an average to above-average harvest,� he said. “Even the northwest of the state has had the break to get crops in, albeit late in the season – which for many, will be their first crop in four years.�

Mr Charteris said “yields would underpin margins� this season, with grain prices remaining under pressure from burgeoning global stocks of wheat, corn and soybeans – although returns remain strong for chickpeas, and to a lesser degree, canola.

In some areas of southern NSW, there had been too much rain, Mr Charteris said, with reports of crop loss from water logging.

For most however, the rainfall has been a blessing, with 60 per cent of the state’s farmers with a positive outlook citing seasonal conditions – up from 44 per cent in the previous survey.

Overall, commodity prices were also fundamental to the outlook, nominated by 64 per cent of respondents as a key driver of improved sentiment, similar to last quarter’s reading of 69 per cent.

Beef and sheep producers were the most upbeat about their market prospects, with 79 and 59 per cent, respectively, citing commodity prices as the reason for their optimism.

Conversely, there were no dairy farmers, and only a few grain producers who cited commodity prices as a reason for conditions to improve

over the coming 12 months. “The planets have really aligned for graziers,� Mr Charteris said, “with the Eastern Young Cattle Indicator trading at record levels above $7 per kilogram and lamb and wool prices also strong. The season is also shaping up well, with a flush of feed expected in coming weeks and on-farm water storages at, or near, capacity.�

The state’s cotton growers were also hopeful of improved prospects this season, after significant inflows into key irrigation storages in central and southern New South Wales. “Dam levels remain low in the Gwydir and Namoi Valleys, however good soil moisture levels should see any rain that now falls run off into storages – and they will be looking for that typical summer rainfall pattern,� he said.

Cotton prices also rallied in July and, while they have retracted in recent weeks, Mr Charteris said the improved futures price and steady basis had seen local physical prices remain above $500/bale.

Sentiment was lowest in the state’s dairy sector, although the net confidence reading remained steady, and in slightly positive territory.

Mr Charteris said conditions in the dairy sector were set to remain challenging this season, with farmgate prices across of all Australia – including NSW – reduced as the new production kicks off, creating margin pressure.

This was evident in dairy farmers’ income expectations for 2016/17, with 49 per cent of the state’s dairy producers expecting lower gross farm incomes and the remaining 51 per cent expecting a similar financial result to the last financial year.

Across the board however, NSW farmers had strong income expectations for the coming 12 months, with 37 per cent expecting

higher gross incomes (up from 34 per cent last survey) and a further 46 per cent expecting incomes to remain stable (from 44 per cent).

This income outlook came off the back of a strong financial result in the last financial year, with 62 per cent of NSW respondents reporting higher gross farm incomes in 2015/16 than in 2014/15.

Mr Charteris said these improved returns had flowed into high levels of investment both within and, increasingly, outside the farmgate, with funds directed towards improving onfarm infrastructure (such as fences and silos), plant and machinery upgrades and irrigation/ water infrastructure.

Of the 30 per cent of NSW farmers intending to increase their investment over the coming 12 months (up from 26 per cent in the previous survey), Mr Charteris said 25 per cent were looking at purchasing additional farmland. “After several years of sitting tight, healthy levels of profitability – combined with a lowinterest rate environment and good weather and production prospects for the season ahead – have convinced many farmers that now is the right time to expand,� he said. “And this is being reflected in the property market, with a big increase in demand and strong competition for both prime grazing land and broadacre farms.�

A comprehensive monitor of outlook and sentiment in Australian rural industries, the Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey questions an average of 1000 primary producers across a wide range of commodities and geographical areas throughout Australia on a quarterly basis.

The most robust study of its type in Australia, the Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey has been conducted since 2000 by an independent research organisation.

The next results are scheduled for release in December 2016.

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Reminder to lodge your Annual Land and Stock Return by today South east land managers are urged to play their part in protecting the region’s agricultural industry from biosecurity threats by completing their Annual Land and Stock Returns by 31 August.

Land managers of properties 10 hectares or more who pay Local Land Services rates, or have a Property Identification Code are required to complete an Annual Land and Stock Return.

The annual return process is a census for livestock on 30 June each year. It allows Local Land Services to build a statewide biosecurity picture of agricultural land use and livestock.

General Manager, Derek Larsen said it is important for land managers to complete an Annual Land and Stock Return, even if they don’t have any stock.

“Annual Land and Stock Returns are an important tool in ensuring NSW produce is free of many of the pests and diseases

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found in other parts of the world,” Mr Larsen said.

“It is essential that land managers lodge their returns so that we can improve the level of animal health security and maintain access for Australian produce to many of our international markets.

“The information collected is also invaluable in the event of a natural disaster or emergency disease outbreak affecting livestock.

“By knowing where our stock numbers are across the region, along with the stock identification and traceability systems already in place, our capacity to respond in times of emergency is greatly improved.

“Effective animal biosecurity and welfare is insurance to maintain market access for livestock producers, now and in the future,” Mr Larsen said.

Approximately 155,000 Annual

Land and Stock Returns were distributed to land managers across NSW at the end of June, including 26,900 land managers in the south east.

Returns can be lodged online at www.lls.nsw.gov.au/livestock/ land-and-stock-returns.

Land managers must include all stock six months of age or older, regardless of whether it belongs to the landholder, is agisted or on the property for any other reason. Pigs of any age should be counted, as well as flocks of 100 or more poultry.

If the Annual Land and Stock Return isn’t lodged by 31 August, an animal health rate and meat industry levy will automatically be applied to next year’s rates notice.

For more information please contact your nearest Local Land Services office on 1300 795 299 or visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au.

Grant Success for Snowy Monaro The NSW Government’s Public Reserve Management Fund (PRMF) provides vital financial support for the development, maintenance and improvement of public reserves on a competitive application basis. This year’s funding process was extremely competitive having more than 840 applications received, with a total request value of over 335% of the available funds.

In the 2016-17 PRMF round, Snowy Monaro Regional Council has secured a total of $121,709 in grants to support two capital work projects, plus a variety of separate noxious weed control activities on Crown Lands.

Council is most pleased to announce that 24 weed related projects were successful in gaining funding totalling $81,335.

The successful capital works projects are: $10,374 for arena fence works at the Bredbo Showground Reserve $30,000 for an energy efficient camp kitchen at Dalgety Caravan Park Crown Reserve Under a recent Commonwealth grant stream, the Stronger Communities Programme, Council has secured funding for two highly valued projects: $10,000 towards an inclusive playground in Bombala. $20,000 towards Wollondibby Creek bridge construction, a vital linkage point for the Lake Jindabyne Shared Pathway.

“Council is delighted with this outcome. We’re very appreciative to be able to further contribute to vegetation management endeavours, along with delivering crucial social and economic infrastructure elements, as this benefits the wider community.

Council is working hard for our community, and I

am confident that we will see more success as we actively pursue future grant opportunities for the betterment of the Region”, stated Administrator Dean Lynch.

Winning is becoming a habit for the Conrayn Merino Stud of Berridale, who last week claimed their most prestigious title yet.

Amongst the finest Merino Rams in the country, Peter Lette and the family of Conrayn Stud took out Australian Supreme Ram at the Rabobank National Merino Show in Dubbo last week.

Their ram Ben, a 17.8 micron superfine ram, completed Conrayn’s second major title in six weeks, after the stud won Grand Champion Ram of Show at Bendigo with another ram.

“We’re really proud of the two big

wins, especially with different rams,” Mr Lette said.

“When we left home for Dubbo we knew we had a good ram. There was some luck on our side and we had a really good show.”

Conrayn started the show in fine fashion taking out the Grand Champ Superfine Ram before defeating the other wool types from across the state.

Later that evening, their ram was pitted against the best on offer in Australia, where it was awarded its national honour.

Photo courtesy of The Land.

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$200 million Goulburn wind farm announcement leads to Australia’s capital meeting the renewable energy target The ACT government has announced it will award a 20 year feed-in tariff contract to the NSW Crookwell 2 Wind Farm to be built near Goulburn.

“Wind farms harness an unlimited and readily-available resource to generate

electricity and parts of NSW have been identified as some of Australia’s best areas for wind resources,” said Deputy Secretary NSW Resources and Energy, Ms Kylie Hargreaves.

“The $200 million Crookwell 2 Wind Farm project is an exciting and innovative project

that will help NSW deliver on its commitment to increase renewable energy jobs and infrastructure in the state.”

The 91 megawatt wind farm is expected to support 80 direct construction jobs and 14 ongoing operational jobs and will contribute to the ACT’s 100% renewable energy target.

Farmers will also be able to continue to work the land surrounding the turbines.

The project’s proponent, Union Fenosa Wind Australia (Union Fenosa), has committed to a Community Enhancement Fund of $2,500 per turbine. This equates to a contribution of around $70,000 each year to the local community for the life of project, which is estimated to be 25 years.

Union Fenosa has also established a shared benefits scheme with near neighbours.

“NSW offers a number of sites which offer a combination of high average wind speeds, consistent winds and smooth

landscapes. The construction of this wind farm will contribute to the financial security of the people of the Upper Lachlan, Crookwell and Goulburn, and demonstrate the potential of renewable energy to transform our regional communities,” Ms Hargreaves said.

Crookwell 2 Wind Farm is the second NSW project to win a competitive feed-in tariff from the ACT government. In March 2016, the Sapphire Wind Farm in New England secured a 10 megawatt feed-in tariff and is expected to commence construction this year.

“Through its Renewable Energy Action Plan, the NSW government is actively supporting the growth of the renewable energy sector. The share of generation from solar, wind and bioenergy sources has more than doubled over the past five years and exciting projects like Crookwell show the role our state can play in helping Australia transition to sustainable, inexhaustible and low-emission sources to generate electricity,” said Ms Hargreaves.

“Resources and Energy’s recently published Renewable Energy map shows the sources of renewable energy in NSW – sunlight, wind, waves, biomass, water and heat from the Earth.”

“With abundant world-class renewable resources, NSW is well placed to make the transition to renewable energy.”

Head out to Hazeldean for top bulls

SPRING BULL SALE

100 Performance Bulls

Tuesday, September 6th, 2016 Hazeldean, Cooma, NSW

Sons of Reality, Edmund, Thunderbird, Docklands & more Hazeldean Spring Bulls compared to Breed Average BWT Spring Sale Ave Breed Ave

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Hazeldean Angus will offer 100 bulls at its Annual Spring Bull Sale on Tuesday September 6th.

Celebrating 150 years of the Hazeldean Merino Stud last year, 2016 sees the completion of the new Hazeldean Sale Shed, with the Spring Sale the first event to take place in the new structure.

Spring sale bulls for 2016 are sired by the breed’s leading sires, with great attention to structure and temperament as well as overall performance. In addition, this year for the first time all bulls have been semen tested with penis and testes examined as part of an overall reproductive assessment.

Hazeldean will offer performance bulls by sires Matauri Reality, S A V Thunderbird, VAR Reserve, Ardrossan Equator, Hazeldean Harlequin H2, Hazeldean Harvey H14, Hazeldean Flair F493, as well as other top performing Hazeldean sires.

For a number of years the Angus Society of Australia has been running a Sire Benchmarking Program where many young sires from all parts of Australia are compared for all commercially relevant

traits. Hazeldean F493 and Hazeldean F1023 were part of cohort 3 and performed exceptionally well in all traits including calving ease, growth, and particularly carcase. 40 Angus sires were compared with progeny being analysed right through from birth to abattoir chiller. F1023 progeny ranked 1st for carcase IMF (actual marbling) and 2nd for MSA index and scanned IMF. F493 progeny were ranked 3rd for 200 day weight, 2nd for 400 day weight, 4th for 600 day weight, and 7th for carcase IMF. “We are particularly pleased with the performance of two Hazeldean sires entered and it confirms what we have long been told about Hazeldean cattle – that they marble well above breed average and perform well above average in the feedlot and on grass.”

(For full results go to www.angusaustralia.com.au ) Hazeldean looks forward to welcoming clients into their new sale shed and are relieved there will be no more huddling around the sale ring in horizontal snow and sleet from now on!

Farmers welcome focus on rural crime

NSW Farmers welcomes last week’s announcement by Deputy Premier Troy Grant that a reengineered NSW Police Force will include a Deputy Commissioner for Regional NSW Field Operations and a greater focus on the needs of rural NSW. NSW Farmers’ President Derek Schoen said, “Earlier in the year, hundreds of farmers attended rural crime forums organised and promoted by the Association.� “The clear message from those forums, and from our Association’s annual conference, is that changes are required to police resourcing and to trespass laws so that farmers are better protected.

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“Since then, the Association has met with the Deputy Premier to discuss the need for change. “This announcement recognises that the unique challenges associated with fighting rural crime deserve specialist focus, starting at the top.�

Farmers across the state are enduring the highest reported levels of livestock theft since 2013, as well as a surge in illegal hunting activity. This is often accompanied by vandalism or the theft of farm equipment and fuel. “A farm is also a home, and farmers need to feel protected in their homes,� Mr Schoen continued.

“It is often difficult for police to respond to rural crime in a timely manner, and the penalties being handed down lack teeth.�

NSW Farmers is also calling for a mandatory minimum fine of $5500 to deal with rural trespass. “It’s time the penalties for trespass were a real deterrent, not an afterthought,� Mr Schoen said.

The Association also believes changes need to be made to the staffing of rural police stations so that police are not sent away from small stations to deal with shortages in larger regional centres.

The Badja River: Blackberry free zone

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By Jim Wharton, Numeralla Landcare After three years of survey, control and further survey the remoteness of the Badja River has been challenged to reveal the extent of the Blackberry along the riparian corridor.

Other notable weeds such as Willow, Broom, Privot and Barberry bush were also identified but willow and broom joined blackberry as the target weeds for this project.

Willows were common in the river flats of the lower gradient sections and Broom common in the upper reaches.

Previous surveys over the years had focussed on specific sections of the river and run some control but with this project some 20km of river corridor from its junction with the Numeralla river to the elevated plateau of the south coast ranges were systematically surveyed by volunteers with follow up work of poisoning done by employed contractors.

They themselves added to further discovery of previously undetected weeds and eliminated them in the process.

For the river surveyed in this project we had 90 blackberry (huge clumps up to 8m diameter to small tendrils), 900 broom and 100 willows treated, with no doubt some missed, but this survey will remain a reference point for further work.As a variation to the above work we also dedicated a small half hectare of river corridor to control St Johns Wort by planting a balance of 100 trees and shrubs with a base of 240 Poa tussocks.

This unfortunately had to be reworked extensively after the flood of June 2016, which saw many of the plantings damaged or swept away (many were replaced and planted with a little bit less water).Much of the river worked in this project has been set up to be monitored with photo control points spaced out across the zones most effected by the measures put in place to control the target weeds. At some sites we used a drone to capture the impacts of the selective

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poisoning of the weeds in the thick riparian corridor comprising largely of Ti Tree and Ribbon gum (as captured in the image).

These reference points will stand as a baseline for further change and hopefully capture the riverbank and habitat reverting to a more natural balance, all well beyond the time frame of this project. Ths project was made possible by a grant from the NSW Government Enrvironmental Trust.

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burning program. Spring and autumn are the main seasons that DELWP and VicForests conduct their planned burning operations.

Spring burns are generally small in area so may only affect some parts of firewood collection areas.”

“Firewood collection areas that have proposed burns within them may be closed early and at short notice to allow burning operations to be undertaken safely.

Closures of firewood collection areas due to burning operations will be notified on site, at local DELWP offices and on the website and DELWP Gippsland Facebook page if time allows.”

“Please remember that our State Forests are used for a range of activities including four wheel driving, horse riding, trail bike riding, bush walking, commercial timber harvesting and deer hunting.

Consider wearing highly visible clothing when collecting firewood so that other forest users can see you.”

Any information the community may have about the illegal removal of firewood for sale can be reported to DELWP on 136 186 and quote ‘Operation Axe’.

For more information visit www.delwp.vic.gov.au/firewood

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FARM EQUIPMENT Cement mixer with Honda motor; lamb marking cradles – 4 bay; wool bale trolley; bag trolley; loading ramp; sheep ramp; quantity plastic 200 ltr drums; 16hp Briggs & Stratten motor (not going), diesel pump, jack lift 4W bike, quantity tarpaulins; 2 x truck straps; 50 x50 timber sheep grating; 11 steel drums; quantity electric fence gear; 9” angle grinder; sundry drench gun & pliers; calf puller; 2 wire strainers; sand blaster; Stilsons; Wallaby Jack; high lift jack; hydraulic jack, quantity narrow hand pieces; Lincoln 130am welder; Mishto mig & arc welder; extension leads; 4 oil pumps; sockets; quantity of woolpacks; workshop portable lights; chainsaw chain breaker; sharpener steel drill bits; drill press; gudgeons; gate latches; coach screws; staples; gate hinges (field gates); bike coolant; caps; dog muzzles; sheep gamble; hydraulic pipe bender; shovels; hoes; post lifter; tree planter (potti putki); HT chains; gas cylinders; quantity plastic buckets; 2 cane wool baskets; quantity combs & cutters; 2 x 6lt spray units; spray backpack; portable work bench; 2 wool scrapers; 2 sets betta bats; long & short gut Lister; comb brushes, oil cans; fan; 2 wheel barrows; 30 lengths 40 x 40 RHS sheep yard posts; 6 x 8ft sheep yard gates, 5 x 8ft sheep yard panels; 2 x 10ft sheep yard gates; 2 x 10ft cattle yard panels; quantity 1” gal pipe, quantity ¾” gal pipe; oval sheep yard rails; top hats roof; quantity 50 x 50 RHS steel; Hilux wheels; Landcruiser wheels; pulley wheel Ford 5000 tractor; 23 x 6m HT sheep yard panelling; 13 gal strainer 100ml; 13 gal stays; large quantity 2nd hand treated strainers & posts; quantity HT barb hinge joint 8.90.30; 12.5g HT fencing wire; large quantity roofing iron.

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The 2016 Spring Firewood Collection Season opens on 1 September and firewood can be collected from designated firewood collection areas on public land across Gippsland until 30 November.

Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) Regional Manager Forest and Fire Operations, Richard Teychenne said: “Designated firewood collection area maps, rules and other information can be found at your local DELWP office or online at the DELWP web page: www.delwp.vic.gov.au/ firewood” “We’re reminding collectors that all firewood must be picked up off the ground, it is illegal to fell trees for firewood.

Vehicles cannot be driven off formed roads and tracks, but wheel barrows can be used to access wood beyond the immediate vicinity of formed roads and tracks,” Mr Teychenne said.

“You may collect up to two cubic metres of firewood per person per day, and up to 16 cubic metres per household per year.”

“Some designated firewood collection areas may be opened and closed at differing times within the spring firewood season for various reasons, including safety, supply or on ground conditions.”

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Call to community and government groups to apply for local environmental grants A total of $4 million in grant funds is available to community groups and government entities for a range of local environment restoration and improvement projects under the NSW Environmental Trust’s 2016/17 Restoration and Rehabilitation Grant Program.

Terry Bailey, Chief Executive, NSW Office of Environment and Heritage and Trust Secretary said the grants will deliver grassroots funding to local environmental projects that restore, protect and enhance a variety of NSW

environments.

“This valuable grant program has been running for over 20 years, making it one of the longest running environmental grant programs in Australia,” Mr Bailey said.

“Grants are awarded to help protect important ecosystems, to restore degraded environments and care for habitats of rare and endangered flora and fauna.

“I encourage community groups, not-for-profit and government entities from across the state to apply for a grant and help their local

communities protect and conserve our vital natural environment.

“Fifty-six grants were awarded under this program last year and their projects are now tackling a number of local environmental issues.

“Thanks to this grant program landholders, local councils, state government agencies and community groups are now working to restore habitats for native and endangered species, improve water quality and rehabilitate wetland areas.

“As an example, Greening Australia’s $96,730 project is helping improve habitat for the vulnerable Glossy Black Cockatoo.

Working alongside landholders, 5,000 trees are being planted and community seed collection and bird identification workshops are taking place.”

Applications open for the 2016/17 round of the Restoration

and Rehabilitation Grant Program on 15 August 2016. Grants between $5,000 and $100,000 are available. Applications close on 26 September 2016.

Visit the Environmental Trust website for applications and further information: www.environment.nsw. gov.au/grants/restoration.htm

ProductionWise app update makes life easier Growers and farm advisers can now access a range of new functionality in GrainGrowers’ ProductionWise online crop management system.

Released last week, the enhancements are particularly focussed on providing advisors with additional capability through the mobile phone app.

The ProductionWise app for advisers was released in August 2015. GrainGrowers General Manager Industry Development Dr Michael Southan said the release was the latest in a long pipeline of ongoing improvements to the platform. “GrainGrowers is committed to ensuring ProductionWise remains at the cutting edge of online crop management systems – enhancing the features of the app is a crucial part of achieving this.” Dr Southan said users, growers and advisers, were the best placed to assess and recommend the most valuable updates and functionality additions. “Feedback from users has driven the new features released today.” Included in the release is the ability for advisers to see their connected growers paddock diary and farm plans in the app and the functionality to generate multi-farm recommendations. Users will also be able to see rainfall, temperature, Delta T, wind speed and direction, every hour, for every

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The move signals a game changer for Australian grain growers in relation to the way they collect, analyse and apply farm-related data in their decision making. “For the first time Australian growers will have the ability to collect and analyse spatial data and record farm management activities on the one platform,” Dr Southan said. To find out more about ProductionWise visit www. productionwise.com.au.

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Berridale’s one-stop, convenience shop for: Petrol News papers Bread Milk Groceries Fresh local meat Cleaning products Confectionary Fishing licences and bait Elgas Agents for Swap and Go and large gas tanks.

Hours Monday to Friday - 6.30am to 6.30pm Saturday - 6.30am to 6pm Sunday - 7am to 5.30pm

64 Jindabyne Road, Berridale

Ph: 02 6456 3212

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Sell your stuff, advertise jobs or a place to rent.

You can do it ALL here! Ph: 6452 0313

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POSITION VACANT

POSITION VACANT

SOUTHERN YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES

JOB VACANCY - BOMBALA TYRES PTY LTD

A community based non Government agency providing services to disadvantaged young people and their families including accommodation, support, crisis intervention, family liaison and mediation, support to link people to training, education. Employment is expanding. Seeking mature, energetic people for:

A position exists for a Tyre Retail Manager with a sound background and experience in the tyre industry. The position is full time permanent in Bombala NSW.

OUTREACH YOUTH/FAMILY CASE/SUPPORT WORKERS and RESIDENTIAL WORKERS

The successful applicant must have a sound knowledge in tyre sizes and fitment and must be able to manage a retail tyre store – serving customers, ordering stock, supervising and managing staff etc.

Full-time, part-time and casual positions in Illawarra (Wollongong, Shellharbour), Shoalhaven, Goulburn, Queanbeyan

OUTREACH YOUTH/FAMILY CASE/SUPPORT WORKERS Part-time and casual positions in Bega, Moruya, Cooma

Positions are youth work and family relationship support. Include case work - assessment, mediation, conflict resolution, advocacy, referral, skills education, home visits, brokerage, community work and administration.

Application package for full selection criteria includes: ESSENTIAL: Competency in positive interpersonal relationships; high level written, verbal communication and administration skills; demonstrated commitment to high ethical practice; driver’s licence; own transport; telephone; Ability to work flexible hours and for residential positions ability to work shift work.

DESIRABLE: Proven experience with young people/families including casework.

CONDITIONS: Dependent on position , experience and qualifications, a range for contract full-time staff $56,077-$62,223 plus on costs and penalties, generous salary packaging with income taxation savings through FBT exempt arrangements for permanent staff. Casual range between $31.36 to $36.47 an hour.

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(RED & BLACK) 16WK $18.50, 12WK $17.00 and 10WK $16.00 WILL BE AT LANDMARK BOMBALA AT 8AM AND COOMA SALEYARDS AT 10.30AM ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 7.

TO ORDER PLEASE PHONE LANDMARK BOMBALA ON 6458 3422 OR COOMA ELDERS ON 6452 1000.

CLARK Daniel James

The relatives and friends of the late DANIEL JAMES CLARK were invited to attend his funeral service held in the Cooma Multifunction Centre, on Monday August 29th 2016.

At the conclusion of the service, the cortege proceeded to Cooma Lawn Cemetery.

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

MURPHY Agnes Mary

(Nee SMITH) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 30th 2016 at Cooma Hospital, formerly of Sir william Hudson Memorial Centre and Creek St Cooma.

Aged 99 years and 9 Months Dearly loved wife of Martin (dec), mother and mother in-law of Daphne and Victor Fraser, Colin (DEC) and Trish Murphy, Elaine and Rex Schofield. Adored grandmother and great grandmother of her many grandchildren.

The relatives and friends of the late AGNES MARY MURPHY are invited to attend her funeral service to be held by the graveside at the Numeralla Cemetery at 11:00 am of Friday 9th September 2016.

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

Did you miss out on Olympic selection but still really like being part of a team?

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Wine appreciation and service training will be provided.

Casual positions available with possible fulltime roles in the future. Online applications only please by 9th Sept 2016.

Apply to richard@shutthegate.com.au ABN 69 162 743 213

VACCINATED ISA BROWN,COMMERCIAL CROSSBREDS AND MAREK PULLETS

FUNERAL NOTICE

Dearly loved son of Max and Julie, Brother to Jon, Nicole and Stacey. Partner to Rachael.

Much loved Uncle Brother in-law and Friend.

Do you dream about good Food and Wine?

FOR SALE

APPLICATION: Must obtain package and address full list of selection criteria in the explained format. Only applications in required format, addressing all criteria will be considered. Phone 02-42259956 or email admin@syfs.org.au leave name, address, phone number to confirm you are applying. Applications close 12 noon 20/9/16. Addressed to:- Selection Panel, PO Box 23, Wollongong 2520 or the above email address.

Passed away on Sunday, 21st of August 2016 at his home, formerly Massie St, Cooma.

Aged 21 years.

POSITION VACANT

CLEARING SALE

MONARO MOBILE PRESCHOOL INC.

CLEARING SALE

Is calling for expressions of interest from community groups interested in receiving a Quality Preschool Service in their community for 2017. Currently our service travels to Michelago, Jindabyne and Berridale.

Expressions of interest should indicate the number and ages of children as well as the intended location and venue address.

A minimum of 10 children aged between 3 and 5 years is required for a service to be established and maintained.

SATURDAY 3rd September 2016 “CROMWELL HOUSE” 1 Cromwell Street, Cooma NSW 2630 A/C: S. ALLEN This clearing sale is simply not to be missed!

Possibly one of Cooma’s largest collections of antiques and rare furniture housed in the historic “Cromwell House” will be auctioned by Nick Kirshner. There is something for everyone with a vast collection of items up for grabs, including: Parker furniture, Christofle silverwares, Antiques and rare trinkets, original artworks and more!

Come join us for this historic event and purchase part of Cooma’s history!

All expressions of interest must be in writing via email to: The Secretary mmpschool@bigpond.com

INSPECT: 8AM | AUCTION: 10AM TERMS: Bidding card system | ID required

Expressions of interest must be received by 7th September 2016

FOR FULL INVENTORY, DETAILS & PHOTOS, PLEASE REFER TO WEBSITE OR CONTACT THE OFFICE P: (02) 6456 6783 | E: info@nickkirshner.com.au | W: www.nickkirshner.com.au

POSITION AVAILABLE FOR CASUAL BAR PERSON. RSA AND RCG REQUIRED. CONTACT COOMA COUNTRY CLUB DURING BUSINESS HOURS ON 6452 1229 MEMORIAM

JAMES BOLTON In loving memories of my brother James who passed away on the 27th of August 2000.

Loved and remembered always.

Maureen and Family

DUDLEY JAMES BOLTON (JAMES)

19.11.1966 - 27.8.2000 Sixteen years since you were taken suddenly from us. We never got to say goodbye.

Miss you dear Brother, Uncle and Great Uncle.

Love always Doris, Owen, Todd & Jack THANK YOU The family of the late

DOREEN RUMPH

In Memoriam BOLTON James In loving memory of my son James 19/11/1966 - 27/08/2000 Loved and missed by Mum

would like to thank family and friends who assisted and supported us during Doreen's passing.

All messages, flowers and food were much appreciate.

Thank you also to the Doctors and Staff of the Bombala Hospital.

To Karen and the fabulous staff at Currawarna a very special thank you.

Their care and attention to detail is an absolute credit to them all.

From the Family of the late Doreen Rumph.

ESTATE CLEARING SALE SAT 10TH SEPT 2016 AT 10AM 231 SHARP ST COOMA A/C LATE SHIRLEY ROLFE INCLUDING: HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN ITEMS, VINTAGE CUPS/SAUCERS, WHITEGOODS, GARDEN ITEMS ETC ETC FULL LIST ON WEBSITE & PHOTOS SELLING AGENTS & BOLLER & COMPANYPh: 6452 4155 BC Property management, rural & residential sales

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Cooma Senior Citizen's Club AGM 15th September

Cooma Ex-Services Club, Coombah Lounge at 3pm.

All Members Welcome to this important meeting.

Wednesday August 31, 2016

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE CALLING FOR MEMBERS TO NOMINATE CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION TO THE OFFICE OF DIRECTOR TAKE NOTE that it is now open for Members to

Before a nominee can become a candidate

nominate potential candidates for election to the office of Director of SERVICE ONE Mutual Limited (the Company).

Clause A5-2(5) of Appendix 5 of the Constitution of the Company provides: “A person becomes an eligible candidate for election as a director under Rule 13.3, if the Director Nominations Committee determines that the person nominated satisďŹ es the requirements of Rule 13.2 and is of appropriate ďŹ tness and propriety to act as a director, by reference to the board’s Fit and Proper Policy.â€?

The Director Nominations Committee will interview potential candidates (including retiring Directors who wish to stand for re-election) to determine their compliance, or otherwise, with the Board’s Fit and Proper Policy. Nominees who, in the opinion of the Director Nominations Committee, fail to meet the requirements of the Fit and Proper Policy will be ineligible to stand for election.

The Director Nominations Committee will also assess a potential candidate’s skills and capabilities and make a determination as to whether those skills and capabilities meet the requirements of a Company Director.

2 vacancies There are 2 vacancies on the Company Board which are open.

Method of nomination Clause A5-2(3) of Appendix 5 of the Constitution of the Company, in part, provides: “2 members together, each of whom has been a member for at least 2 years immediately prior to making the nomination, have the right to nominate a candidate. To nominate a candidate, the 2 members must give the mutual a notice of nomination before nominations close.

The notice of nomination must: (a) declare that the candidate is eligible to be a director under Rule 13.2; (b) state the candidate’s age; (c) be signed by the nominating members and the candidate‌�

Additional material to be submitted with nominations In accordance with Clause A5-2(11) of the Constitution, the Secretary may require potential candidates to supply personal information and personal references to demonstrate the person is eligible to be a Director under Rule 13.2 of the Constitution.

In accordance with Clause A5-2(12) of the Constitution, the Secretary has determined that potential candidates must also submit, with their Nomination Forms, authorities allowing for the Secretary to obtain: (a) a report of past convictions from the Australian Federal Police; (b) a report of current or past bankruptcies from the Australian Financial Services Authority or a government agency; (c) searches of court registries for current proceedings or prosecutions; and (d) a credit history report.

Because of the length of time the above reports and searches might take, the Secretary has determined that potential candidates must also submit with their Nomination Form a Statutory Declaration indicating the likely outcome of those reports and searches.

Nomination forms and other documentation Nomination forms and other necessary forms and information can be obtained upon request by phoning Rebecca Dorahy on (02) 6215 7142. The Constitution of the Company can be viewed by visiting serviceone.com.au and selecting ‘Corporate Info’ from the top navigation.

When nominations close Nominations will close at 5pm on Friday 16 September 2016.

By order of the Board Matthew Smith Secretary SERVICE ONEÂŽ is a registered trade mark of SERVICE ONE Mutual Limited ACN 095 848 598

performs stages shows across the country.

She is the winner of The International Psychics Association 2014 People’s Choice Award and has five years experience in mediumship, readings, healings, parties, platforms, stage and audience work.

Wednesday August 31, 2016

WORKSHOP

AFRICAN LOVEGRASS FORUM & WORKSHOP Monday 12 September 2016 | 10am - 3pm | Alpine Hotel 170 Sharp St, Cooma NSW Farmers Cooma Branch is holding a Forum and Workshop on the problem of African Lovegrass.

The Forum will feature speakers from the Department of Primary Industries and Local Land Services, as well as showcase the latest research into controlling African Lovegrass in the Monaro. Following the presentations, members will be asked to give their feedback on the best ways to combat the Lovegrass scourge. Information gathered will be included in a case study for the NSW Government as it prepares to introduce new biodiversity laws.

This is your opportunity to have real input into the new legislation.

THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT - if you are a non member who would be interested in attending, please contact David Banham, Regional Services Manager on 0428 411 221.

David Banham Regional Services Manager - Southern 0428 411 221 | banhamd@nswfarmers.org.au

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Please note: Interviews with the Director Nominations Committee will take place, in person, in Canberra on Monday 19 September 2016. The Director Nominations Committee will contact nominated persons to arrange a time for the interview to take place.

Psychic visit to Club

Psychic, medium and teacher Florence King performed a show at the Cooma Ex-Services Club over the weekend, amazing the crowd by relaying messages from the other side.

Florence is a regular on television and radio and

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A haul of medals for Team Murphy St Joey’s star athletes Three local girls, affectionately known as Team Murphy, returned impressive results during the NSW State Interschool Championships held over last weekend in Thredbo.

Charlotte Murphy, 18 and sisters Antonia, 16 and Letitia, 12 competed in all three disciplines of moguls, alpine and Ski X and won 15 medals between them for both individual and team events.

Charlotte, in Year 12 at Jindabyne Central School and studying for her HSC, came second individually in Division 1 Alpine and third in Ski X. She has had a demanding season with both training, competing and getting through her studies for the HSC. Charlotte also competed in her first Thredbo Top to Bottom this season for her sponsor HEAD and came seventh after a stumble at the top. She loved every minute of the race and enjoyed the rumble and tumble of the head to head racing.

Letitia, also at Jindabyne Central School and in Year 6, out-skied hundreds of young girls to win both the Division 4 Alpine and Ski X events. This is the second year in a row she has won both of these prestigious events and is a proud State Champion for her efforts.

Letitia, along with her sisters, trains for Giant

Slalom and Slalom five days a week with Thredbo Ski Race Club and is a member of the State Children’s Team. She recently returned from Mt Hotham where she competed in the Ski and Snowboard Australia National Children’s Series with a podium in GS and three fourths in Slalom and Ski X. She is currently ranked the fasted 12 year old in the country. Letitia also competed in the Cross Country State Championships and came fourth out of a field of 57.

Not a bad effort for her first XC race.

Middle sister Antonia is in Year 10 at Snowy Mountains Grammar School and returned at the start of our winter season from Aspen and Whistler where she competed for Australia in a variety of events including Super G and Downhill. At the NSW State Interschool Championships she came second in Division 2 Alpine and fourth in Ski X following a bout of flu. Her team came first in Alpine and Ski X for SMGS. Both Letitia and Antonia are sponsored

by Rossignol and have been helping out at the Rossignol Demo Days in Thredbo over the season.

All three are off to the Australian National Interschool Championships which will be held in Perisher from 8-12 September.

Lily Day-Edgecombe, Jack Ventry and Max Chaplin who competed at the Archdiocese Athletics Carnival Bombala’s Jack Ventry, Max Chaplin and Lilly Day-Edgecombe of St Joseph’s Primary School competed in Canberra at the Archdiocese Athletics Carnival recently.

All three students achieved exceptional results, with Jack and Lilly now going on to represent St Joseph’s by competing in the State Athletics.

Fancy a casual game of golf in the name of charity?

Cassie Nicholls fastest in all age groups Local skier Cassie Nicholls is nine years old and trains full time with the Perisher Winter Sports club.

She started skiing at two years of age and won the Perisher Mini Mites Race at four.

She has won all events at the Blue Cow Cup for the last three years, was the silver individual medalist in Skier X at the National Interschools and gold individual medalist at the National Interschools in Boarder X. Cassie won the Scots Cup in both Alpine GS and Boarder GS this year and last year, she was the regional Interschools Champion in Skier X

and Alpine GS, and the silver medalist in Boarder GS and Boarder X. On Saturday, August 20, Cassie competed in the Blue Cow Cup Ski X and won the under 10s division and in an amazing feat beat all girl competitors from under 21s to under 10s.

She also beat all boys except for three under 16s and six under 21s.

Cass is known as the pocket rocket and hopes to one day compete at the youth Winter Olympics just like her idol Zali Offord and then go on to represent her country in the Winter Olympics.

Want to help raise funds that will be put back into the community? Or simply feel like a laugh with good mates in the great outdoors? Then we have the event for you!

The local Men of League Foundation is setting up another great Charity Golf Day to be held in Bombala on Saturday, September 17, with absolutely everyone invited to come along and enjoy a friendly round for a good cause.

The day will kick off with a complimentary breakfast from 9am at the Golf Club, before participants hit off to play a Mixed Ambrose at 10am.

After the highs and lows out on the course, the group will come in to enjoy lunch, with the entire day costing just $20 a head, including both breakfast and lunch.

Players can put their names in to Tommy Herbert on 0419 215 103 or Brendan Weston on 0437 329 172, or can simply rock up in the morning at

9am to get involved.

The Men of League remind us that you don’t have to be an experienced golfer to take part, and the whole family is invited to come along and have a swing and a laugh.

Men of League is all about helping those who have come upon hard times, with funds going towards assisting those in need who have had any involvement in rugby league, however slight, throughout their lives.

We’re talking practically everyone, from past and present players and officials, to those who simply support the game, so the more funds raised, the better!

And just like its charity bowls day, the Men of League’s Golf Day is set to be a whole lot of fun, so get your name down and get to the Bombala Golf Course on September 17 for a cheerful day of trying to hit the little white ball around!

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Bombala’s Footy Auction raises $8,000 for Junior Heelers BOMBALA’S beloved Footy Auction returned with a bang last Saturday night, raising an incredible figure of over $8,000 for the Blue Heelers Junior Rugby League Football Club.

There was plenty of excitement leading up to the event based on the popular Footy Auctions of previous years, and it was an enthusiastic crowd that gathered at the Globe Hotel for the night.

Local businesses and individuals alike had been extremely generous in their support of the junior footy club, and a great line up of donated items were put up for sale.

Among the most hotly contested were the signed footy jerseys that were up for grabs, as well as NRL beach towels, loads of firewood, dressed lambs, signed CDs and a

series of hampers and vouchers.

And with expert auctioneer, Nigel Spoljaric wielding the hammer before a cheerful crowd, there was loads of fun and laughter as the auction progressed.

All of this enthusiasm saw the big ticket item of the night - a signed and framed 2012 Bulldogs jersey - selling for an impressive $730, although a Cronulla jersey and even a poll dorset ram were not far behind.

All who attended had very high praise for the night, which everyone agreed was greatly entertaining and echoed the fun of the Footy Auctions of years ago.

And of course, raising over $8,000 was a great success for the junior footy club, which was grateful for the assistance of the

local Men of League group which co-hosted the auction.

Organisers of the event, Rolly and Kat Skellern, along with the Blue Heelers Junior Football Club would now like to sincerely thank all of those who so generously donated to the auction, those who came along and supported it, Nigel for donating his services, and those who helped in any way.

The proceeds all go towards keeping our junior football players on the field, and given that the club has recently boomed in numbers, all support is greatly appreciated.

The Junior Blue Heelers sang “Happy Birthday” to team mate, Coby who couldn’t make it to the auction due to a stay in hospital.

Bombala golf results Last Sunday the ladies played the final 18 holes of the 4 BBB Championships.

The Scratch Champions are Dawn Douch and Eva L’Estrange 208 from Jean McLean and Joy Douch 209.

Handicap Champions are Betty Crawford and Gay Kennedy 143 Nett from Jean McLean and Joy Douch 148 Nett.

Congratulations to Dawn, Eva, Betty and Gay on their Championships win for 2016.

Jean and Joy were the ball winners on the day with 73.5 Nett.

Members on Saturday played a stroke for the Monthly Medal.

Merv Douch was the winner with 72 Nett and winning the ball.

The NTP was not won.

Sunday a good contingent of players travelled to Tathra for the first

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challenge of the Heavy Haulage.

Not sure of the actual results only that we are behind and will have a lot of catching up to do on September 25 when the second round will be played at Bombala.

They all agreed that it was a great day.

GOLF PROGRAMME FOR THE WEEK. LADIES. Wednesday 31 August.

Par. J. Muir Trophy.

Saturday 3 September.

Association Medal. Stroke. Club Trophy.

MEMBERS. Saturday 3 September. Stableford. G. Johnson Trophy.

Sunday 4 September. Par. Club Trophy. Ind. Acc. DUTY ROSTER. Saturday 3 September. Steve Tatham.

COOMA UNITED RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB

Invitation 2016 Presentation Evening Our annual presentation night will be held on Saturday 3rd September 2016 at the Cooma Ex-Services Club Tickets are available for collection from the Australian Hotel, Cooma Adult - $50 Under 18 - $30

Details of the night follow: Time - 6.00pm for 6.30pm start Dress:

Ladies - dressy Men - collar and tie (no jeans) For catering purposes, tickets must be collected

by Monday 29th August at the very latest

Rolly Skellern of the Junior Blue Heelers Footy Club displayed the auction items as Nigel Spoljaric wielded the hammer.

Social bowls prevails in lead up to fours The weather on Wednesday was far from suitable for bowls and the 11 who turned up called it off after just a few ends. Peter Harris was swinging lead for Mary Murphy and Geoff Venables and for Judy Locker and Ron Wainwright. Ron’s team had two fours and two ones whilst Geoff’s team scored 16 shots for the six ends they won.

Max Butler, Bob Lahy and Leonie Snell had four shots on the board against Mary Boller, Neil McGregor and Renate Winckel who had five ones and a two for their seven shots, All enjoyed the comfort of the clubhouse for the remainder of the afternoon.

The weather on Saturday encouraged a better roll up of 24 for social bowls. Judy Locker, Max Butler and Margherita Zasso dominated the first half of their match against Mary Phillips, Allan Crowe and Olga Jebbink to lead 13/6 on end 12. They did not score again for Olga’s team to win 26/13. Steve Lapham, Renate Winckel and Mark Buckley looked like running away with the game against Jack Sajina, Evelyn

Hamilton and Geoff Venables when they held a 22/5 lead on 13. Geoff’s team just failed to catch up in the run home with Mark’s team winning 23/18.

Mario Frezza, Tracie Sanders and Peter Caldwell held a slight 11/8 lead against a reorganised team of Dawn Russell, Peter Marsicano and Bob Lahy. The reorganising was a shot in the arm for Bob’s team as they went on to win 31/21. The match, Neil McGregor, Sergio Roncelli and John Vincent v Don Jarvis, Maureen D’Amico and Ron Wainwright was a close one for the first 11 ends, at which point John’s team took a small 13/7 lead. This stung Ron and Co in to action and they went on to win 19/14.

Where did all the bowlers go on Sunday. On lookers almost outnumbered the six players who turned up for social bowls.

Renate Winckel, Giulio D’Amico and Paul Cannell were soon in to top gear against Jack Sajina, Darren Collins and Wayne Flynn and were leading 12/5 by end

11. Unfortunately for Jack, Darren and Wayne, it did not get any better with Renate, Giulio and Paul winning 22/8.

The draw for the Club Fours is now on the board with the first round to be played on Saturday 10 September followed by semifinal on Sunday 11th and final on 24 September.

St down for play on 10 September (Skip’s Names only) Game 1 Paul Cannell v Peter Marsicano.

Game 2 John Schoon v Mel Storta.

Game 3 Mark Buckley v Mike Mannile.

Game 4 Geoff Venables v Wayne Lodge.

On Sunday 11, matches will be, winner game 1 v winner game 2, winner game 3 v winner game 4.

The winners of these two matches will play the final on Saturday 24 September.

Bowls for the ladies will restart on Tuesday 6 September with President v Secretary plus social.

Start time is 12.00 for 12.30.

Enjoy your day.

Big scores at Monaro Air Rifle Club Great scores continue for shooters of the Monaro Air Rifle club, with the Air Rifle Association of Australia announcing the results of their EOFY postal shoot.

Thomas Reid finished in 4th place in E grade standard, with Karl Engelhardt close behind in 6th place. Jake Mason achieved

3rd place in the bench rest Div 4.

On the 17th August we held the annual GIO trophy shoot.

1st place went to Tracy Mason, 2nd place went to Jake Mason and 3rd place to Thomas Reid.

Just a reminder to all shooters, National ARAA coach Gordan De Groen will be holding a coaching

clinic at our club on the 17th and 18th September. Limited places are available so please book your spot asap by contacting Tracy on either 0400871631 or 0456314236. With the NSW and Australian championships coming up this is a fantastic opportunity so don’t miss out.

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Bombala bowling club triples finals Sport development forum Sunday, August 21, mixed pairs sponsored by Champions Shoes, G Hurley and R Joseph defeated P Kane and (sub) C Elton 18-17.

Wednesday, August 24, Social, C Baker played swinger, H Elliott and M Guthrie defeated K Callaway and Chris X 20-15.

Saturday, August 27, 13 bowlers played in the North vs South Local Challenge in great weather. North won 32 - 26.

Chook winners were Pat K, Barrel, Glad, Cathy, Doreen and Crouchie. Very enjoyable day.

Triples Final sponsored by

Bombala Cycles and Chainsaws, A Dent, H Elliott and C Baker defeated R Joseph, R Callaway and Chris X 21-11.

Next Week the result of the mixed pairs final and the Tathra Carnival.

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Athol Dent, Herbie Elliott and Coopy Baker won the Triples Finals against Chris X, Robert Joseph and Reigh Callaway on Saturday in Bombala.

Queanbeyan – Palerang Regional Council, in conjunction with The Office of Sport, Sport and Recreation, is conducting a Sport Development Forum on Saturday 15 October from 10am to 3pm at the Riverside Oval at Queanbeyan.

“Everyone involved in organising sport will benefit from this Forum,” said Mr Paul Keemink, Development Officer, Sport and Recreation.

“I encourage everyone to take this opportunity to see the latest industry products and obtain the latest information from our expert guest presenters. This will assist in updating and streamlining governance practices and operational procedures as well as increasing the organisations effectiveness while saving valuable time,” Mr Keemink said.

The Sport Development Forum is for committee members, administrators, coaches, development officers, Council sport and recreation staff, sport providers, officials, industry providers, government and non-government agencies and volunteers working in sport and recreation.

The Forum consists of four sport development workshops as well as an expo of industry exhibitors and includes networking opportunities.

The workshop topics are: • Running your Club – Sports Administration • Modern Sporting Club Management • Grant Writing • Social Media and Sports Workshop presenters include: • Revolutionise SPORT • The Office of Sport, Sport and Recreation The Forum is in response to the identified need for more training and advice on corporate governance practices and procedures for sporting organisations.

Booking numbers are limited, so interested people should register as soon as possible.

For more information or to enrol, phone the Sport and Recreation Head Office on 13 13 02 or visit the website https://sportandrecreation. n s w. g o v. a u / e v e n t / s p o r t development-forum-2016.

Cooma squash players perform strongly in Bega Open comp Cooma squash players showcased their talents over the weekend with a strong showing at the Bega Squash Open.

Four players headed to the coast for the two-day tournament as Cooma came away with one runner up in the men’s A-grade division and a third place in the hotly contested men’s state division.

The tournament, a Professional Squash Association (PSA) sanctioned event, saw 22-players of international standard compete

against country NSW players, including Cooma’s number one ranked player, Corey Bedingfield.

Bedingfield, who was granted a wildcard to compete in the PSA event, lost his first round match before being moved back into the state division. He found success here when he beat a competitor from Bathurst, in relatively easy fashion.

A match against a player who dropped from the PSA line proved a little too much

for Bedingfield as he lost the second round encounter. His fortunes turned in the final match of the weekend when he beat Bega’s top ranked player, Troy Northey.

Recently crowned NSW Under 15 champion and Cooma player, Sam Sergo, finished his Bega campaign in heart-breaking fashion. He lost on the last point of the match in the men’s A-grade final to finish runner up.

“It was a really good result, Sam played well over the weekend. For the Cooma

guys it was the most exciting game of the tournament,” Bedingfield, also the Cooma Squash Club president, said.

Two other Cooma players, Andrew Robertson and Thomas Thomas, competed in the Bega Squash Open and according to Bedingfield had a great weekend out.

“Andrew and Thomas played well. Andrew competed in the E-grade and Thomas in the D-grade, both were really competitive.”

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Below: Cooma’s top player Corey Bedingfield. Photos courtesy of Tony Sergo.

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Monaro Under 19 player of the year, 16-year-old James Cahill, has been selected by the Monaro District Cricket Association (MDCA) to trial for a rookie contract with the Sydney Thunder cricket team, representing the Monaro region.

James is from Berridale and started playing cricket at 10 years of age in the Milo T20 junior program with Monaro cricketer Ben Hearn.

Ben encouraged James to become involved with the Friday afternoon cricket competition and he was quickly selected in the Monaro representative team where he has played from U/11 through to U/16s.

“Monaro gives us a lot of good opportunities playing rep cricket against the coast teams,” he said.

James began playing senior cricket for Berridale at 12 and was quickly noticed for his bowling potential.

“James Cahill has the perfect physique and mentality of a fast bowler very much in the Glen McGrath, Mitchell Starc mould of tall and lean and someone who always wants the ball in his hand and is straight up cranky when he has that new ball in his hand,” Ben said.

He has been a stand out cricketer with the ball over the years picking up a hat trick last season and boasting personal best figures of 4/21 off 8.

He was named Monaro District Cricket Association U/19 player of the year in 2015/16 and narrowly missed out on being the leading wicket taker in the competition.

He has also had the opportunity to play for the Far South Coast U/18 team and has represented his school in the sport.

Monaro High will be playing Merimbula in the quarter finals of the school cricket competition at the end of the term and have had several good wins already, including a drubbing of Queanbeyan where James picked up a three wicket haul.

The Thunder trial is set for September 9 and is open to players from South West New South Wales with 15 entrants in 2017, with one entrant selected from each region.

One player will be selected to join the Sydney Thunder team but according to Cooma native and Thunder Fans and Community Engagement Officer Hans de Koning, it is a great opportunity for all players to gain exposure within the sport.

“It’s a good opportunity for those who missed the pathways from regional NSW. “If James has a good day, there is potential. You don’t know what could happen.

“It’s a great opportunity for the Monaro Cricket Association and an opportunity to be seen by the

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This is the second year the program has run, with last years’ winner Mac Wright going on to sign a contract with Tasmania to play state cricket.

“I’m pretty excited, I’m keen to get in to it. It will be a good experience,” he said.

“I’m very excited and keen to get in to the upper grade stuff. I love cricket.”

Currently James is training two-three times a week under the guidance of Andrew ‘Mop” O’Keefe who is helping him iron out the kinks before the trials.

“I was a bit rusty at the start but it’s all good now.

Mop’s been doing some work with me to get my action good again,” he said.

Ben Hearn believes that James is a very capable cricketer and the trial opportunity is a good opportunity for him.

The Thunder trial will give James a look at the next level and just being around some of the best young cricketers in Southern NSW/ACT will only be a good thing.

“You never know if James can fire himself up and hit a good line and length and maybe tickle the odd batsman’s ribs or helmet then one of the Thunder selectors, or even Australian great Mark Waugh who will be casting his eye over the trials may just pencil the 16 year old from Berridale into the book to follow his progress over the next season or two,” he said.

James would like to thank the MDCA for the opportunity to trial, his coach Ben Hearn and his mum Tab.

Students from Cooma Public School from instruction provided to all of our students. Thank Kindergarten up to Year 6 had an amazing time you also to the local ski hire store for providing participating in our Snowsports program this excellent service to our students and parents. term.

Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 students skied at Thredbo and our Year 3 to Year 6 students skiied and snowboarded at Perisher and Smiggins over 3 days.

Both programs were a huge success with awesome snow conditions, and students improving their skills immensely across the duration of the program.

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Jindabyne Sore Boars are one charitable rugby club The Jindabyne Sore Boars veterans rugby club was established six years ago when Richard Boys got a team together.

The club is active in up to eight events a year, playing as many as three games, or three hours worth of football at each event.

The games are played in incredibly good spirits with a massive focus on sportsmanship and helping the community.

Until recently, the oldest player for the Sore Boars was a 79 year old, and there is currently a 65 year old amongst their ranks.

The competition has an inclusive vibe with women now being involved in the team, several of who have travelled internationally with the club.

There are a number of veterans rugby clubs in the Sore Boars’ network and they work together to raise significant amounts of money for various charities.

“We’ve generated a group of old farts that enjoy playing and helping others and suffer the bruises and the injuries after,” Sore Boars representative Craig ‘Johno” Johnson said.

During events, clubs do raffles and give away penalties to players for silly offences to generate money which will go towards the charity of the day.

An event can raise in excess of $1,500.

Recently, the Sore Boars played the ACT Veterans in Jindabyne, raising $4,600 for the Snowy Southcare Helicopter, thanks to a generous donation from GENROC.

The Sore Boars have also assisted with a number of local, national and international charities.

Money raised has gone towards children with cancer, men’s prostate, and local and interstate players in need of assistance.

Recently, the Sore Boars used their football network to assist the family of an ex-Jindabyne player who tragically passed away and donated a substantial amount to the Alex Wakefield Foundation.

They also run the catering for ANZAC Day at the Berridale Inn with money going back to the local RSL Committee.

The Sore Boars will be travelling to Ottawa in New Zealand next year with the goal of raising $10,000 for a local charity.

Jindabyne Soreboars are hosting a Charity Dinner on Saturday 10th September to raise funds for Medical and Accommodation expenses for Children in sporting events, particularly Rugby Union.

The night will include a Thai and English smorgasbord meal, raffles and live

entertainment with tickets priced at $30 an adult and $20 for children.

Raffle tickets can also be purchased from Mitre 10 Jindabyne or on the night for $2 each which then puts you in the draw to win

SMGS credits Team Spirit to 2016 State Interschools Championships success The 2016 NSW State Interschools Championships took over the Perisher Nordic Centre and Thredbo Alpine Village during the week of 23-29 August.

For Snowy Mountains Grammar School, the results from the week are some of our best ever. To cap off a stellar week, SMGS took out the Secondary Co-Ed Champion School award, which is another pleasing reminder of the hard work and determination that all of our athletes take to the sport.

Director of Senior School, Sue West, summed up SMGS’ success, both on and off the snow at Interschools, saying, “It was a wonderful display of sportsmanship, spectacular results and a real reason to be a Snowy Mountains Grammar student.”

The Interschools championships also provide an opportunity for students to try a variety of snowsport disciplines.

SMGS student, Finn Sadler, took advantage of this rare opportunity and came home with a gold medal in the Alpine, Skiercross, Snowboard GS, Boardercross

and XC Freestyle events. Of his successful State Interschools campaign, Finn said, “I was really pleased with my results over the week in c r o s s - c o u n t r y, snowboarding and skiing. I was so happy to get up on the podium with my team.”

Head of Snowsports, Tim Bland, was equally impressed with SMGS’ performances and even more so with the athletes’ teamwork at the event, saying, “I am very proud of the students at Snowy Mountains Grammar School. They represented their school in a wonderful fashion. I was particularly impressed with the efforts of our senior students in assisting our younger students throughout the week. It is always pleasing to see these students leading others.”

Year 11 student, Tolina Davis, echoed Tim’s sentiment, saying, “The only thing better than the weather was the SMGS spirit”.

SMGS wishes to extend a big thank you to NSW Interschools, Thredbo Resort, the parents and all the other schools who made this competition as great as it was. SMGS is all for providing experiences and opportunities for students within our unique environment.

Up next for the snowsports team is Nationals in 10 days time.

prizes such as a signed Brumbies ANZAC jersey!

For more information, please contact Johno on 0422 090 860 or Brett on 0419 343 400.

Cooma Golf Club news Last Wednesday’s Stableford competition was won by Garry Batten (36) from Joel Venn from Thredbo Golf Club second on 35 (c/b) points.

Balls were won by Marc Salmon (35 c/b), Bart Joseph (35 c/b), Kazunori Tamura (35), Paul Beaver (33 c/b), Campbell Childs (33), Levi Tomasone (32 c/b), Akiko Tamura (32) and Anthony Monday (32c/b).

Local legend, Dieter Seubert won the Nearest the Pin on the ninth and Levi Tomasone was best on the 17th.

Saturday’s Mens Single Stroke competition saw 36 entrants play in three grades. Brian Searl won A Grade with 68 nett, while Bob Ashcroft won B Grade with an equally impressive 69 nett, and Doug Parker was in fine form to win C Grade with 72 nett.

Steve Young (72 nett), Gary Batten (73 nett) and Tim Dorahy (74 nett) took second place in their respective grades.

Balls were won by Sam Patricks (75 nett c/b), Norman Marshall (75 nett c/b), Mark Rainsford (75 nett), Wayne Flynn (75 nett c/b), Richard

Hanna (75 nett), Steven Wheatley (76 nett c/b) and Frank McKnight (76 nett c/b).

Nearest the pins went to Wayne Ryan on the ninth and Brian Searl on the 17th.

Helen Crawford was overall winner of the Ladies, Phinn Trophy Rd1 with a score of 77 nett followed by Gaye Wilson on 78 nett.

Sundays Medley Stableford was a tight run affair with Brian Searl (35 c/b) edging out Campbell Childs (35 c/b) to take club vouchers for first and second place. Down the line ball winners were Norm Marshall (35 c/b), David Goggan (35), Tony Monday (34), Wayne Flynn (33c/b), Geoff Bohringer (33 c/b) and Steve Young (33).

Nearest the pin on 17 went to Jeff Burgess.

Next week’ competition: • Wednesday - Medley Stableford • Saturday - Mens Spring Shield 4BBB Stableford Round 1 and Women’s Phinn Trophy Round 2 • Sunday - Mens Spring Shield 4BBB Stableford Round 2 and Ladies 18 Hole Stableford

MAJOR RAFFLE - SUPPORT NEEDED! Jindabyne Sore Boars would like to thank our continuing and passed Sponsors

Sore boars are currently running a major raffle with funds raised going to medical and travel expense’s related to injuries to juniors in sport particularly rugby. Tickets available at Mitre 10 Jindabyne Harros snow sports and at Nuggets Crossing shops look out for a sore Boar. Prizes Framed ANZAC Day Jersey Brumbies signed, $900 worth of grog from BWS Jindabyne and $500 weekend family ski hire from Harros Snow Sports , Builders pack from Mitre 10 Jindabyne Sore Boars are a group of players mostly from our local area but some come as far as South coast, Queensland and New Zealand. Our Teams runs under the Vintage Rugby System NZ and are insured through the Vintage Rugby System which covers over 250 teams worldwide. We are a non-profit community team group and all our funds raised from Raffles , Dinner night’s, Game donations player tin bin are donated back to Junior Rugby Union Development in our area and support for injured players , not only in our area but in the whole rugby net work .

Sore Boars play in 6 to 8 events in NSW and ACT and also Travel to Vintage World Cup Rugby Tournaments overseas and Masters Games Interstate. Ages between 35 and 80 Pluss.

What we do for you all sponsors are announced at games in recognition of support, we also offer to take sponsor signage to our National games. Invitation and notification of events, newspaper coverage and radio when we can.

In the last 3 years we have raised $6000 and this money has been given too, Local rugby family (Junior plays Funeral ex) Injured players junior and senior, Schools, Ex-servicemen, Soreboars have also donated to the Wakeford Kidney Appeal.

Team contacts: Richard Boys: Life Member and Founder Sore Boars, Games Coordinator 0417667258 Craig Johnson: Accounts and International Games Coordinator Sore Boars 0422090860.

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Cooma Colts reports Congratulations to the U/10s, U/11s and U/15s who will be competing in the semi finals next week.

South East Embroidery Under 7’s Round 14 saw the Cooma Colts take on West Belconnen at the Cooma showground for the last game of the season. The Colts sure had their enthusiasm with them and they all started the game with a bang. It is hard to single out anyone in particular as they all had a fantastic game holding their defence line, making it hard for Belconnen to break through. Great pace and strength saw Jermaine Bartlett cross over and score two tries. Aiden Dixon shimmied through the defence of Belconnen and crossed over the line for his first try of the season. Darting through the defence of Belconnen, Nate Stokes scored a try and strong runs and determination saw Tyler Lee cross over for two tries. The Colts have come so far since the beginning of the season and this definitely showed with how well they played as a team today. The final score was 24-4 to the Colts, the certificate went to Mitchell Fletcher and as a result of how well they all played the medal went to all the players: Aiden Dixon, Harper Woolf, Jermaine Bartlett, Jesse Hurford, Keely-May Usher –Rodahl, Kurik Nelson, Mitchell Fletcher, Nate Stokes, Riley Williams and Tyler Lee, thanks for a great season under 7’s Cooma Colts.

Snowy River Painting Under 8’s – White The mighty Colts were at home to the Bungendore Tigers for the last game of the season. The Colts were impressive all year with their outstanding defence and showcased just how good they were to finish off the season. The Colts have won every game except for two for the whole year and once again put on a display that was hard to single out certain players for their performances. The whole team put in and it was great to see that each and every player dug in for one and other to hold the Tigers to nil throughout the entire match. In saying that, a HUGE well done to Othon Morgan, Cooper Lee, Bailey Benn, Lachlan Burchall, Jackson Cook, Riley McKenzie, Lachlan Bryan and Kyte Lee who were all the one and only awesome eight that stuck it out through the whole season to form one of the toughest defensive sides in the comp. The Colts flogged the Tigers 50 points to nil to wrap up the season with tries to Othon Morgan (4), Riley McKenzie (3), Cooper Lee and Bailey Benn.

Conversions to Othon Morgan, Cooper Lee, Lachlan Burchall, Jackson Cook, Riley McKenzie (2) and Kyte Lee. Have a well earned rest and I hope to see you all back on the paddock next year!

Monaro Constructions Under 8’s – Black The last game of the season saw the Cooma Colts Under 8 Black playing at home, coming up against West Belconnen Blues.

The Colts started slowly this week and the Blues got on top early.

The Colts got their act together and played well for the final third of the game and matched the Blues in attack and defence, although we didn’t get a win our Colts played strongly. The Colts Black team wish to extend a big thank-you to the colts Under 8 White team who loaned us three of their players for the match, which gave us a sub for each third of the game. Manson Sandeberg pulled off some great tackles against much bigger players and made good metres with the ball in hand with his weaving runs, this earned him the

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players medal for this week. James Burke was again very strong and broke the defensive line with each and every one of his hit ups.

Colby Douch ran the ball well, hitting the Blues defence at speed.

Rhylee Rosenbaum-Robinson was always keen from dummy half and was able to get the ball out quickly to his first receiver. Blaze Podger’s speed gave this opposing players a few headaches, and was hard to catch when he was able to get on their outside. Laith Podger, when he got his hand on the ball, ran strongly taking it up to his much bigger opponents.

Well done to the boys on their season, with all the players looking forward to coming back again next year. As always a big thank you to the Cooma Colts Under Eights Black team sponsors Monaro Constructions.

Monaro Panel Beaters Under 9’s Rested up from their buy last week the Under 9’s Monaro Panel Beaters came and played their last game for the season with a bang, beating Tuggeranong Buffaloes 30 to 4. Our defence was very impressive this week with Man of the Match Connor Nelson who led the tackle count for the day. Tyrell Bartlett, Lachlan Sky, Ben Smith and Dempsey Woolf took on the Tuggeranong Buffaloes with all their brunt force. Not only that, but there were some great runs and hit ups by Charlie Payne, Rylee Holland, Jack Dunn, Jayden Hart and Natasha Kelly who all made some great field position and plenty of metres and kept us in a strong position throughout the match. Wyatt Hurford had a great game showing his swiftness, keeping the Tuggeranong Buffaloes on the back foot and going over for a try. Archie Blyton, Jett Kelly and Hunter Caldwell were elusive and slippery eels, out running the opposition and sliding over the white line themselves.

Each and every player should be very proud of themselves for showing how much they have all improved throughout the season displaying every week their immeasurable sportsmanship and skills.

I would also like to thank all the families and supporters that came to the games at home and Canberra to cheer on our team. To the parents that took their time out to volunteer and help out a BIG thank you to all as it was greatly appreciated throughout the year.

But most importantly a massive thank you to Creedance as usual for being a tremendous coach and a person all the children admire and look up to. Can’t wait till next year…… and hope to see you all back ready and rearing to go!!!

Sportspower Cooma Colts Under 10’s The Cooma Sports Power under 10’s took on Woden Weston Rams in the last round game of the year. The game was set to be a hard hit out for the boys in the lead up to finals footy. The first half saw the boys go try for try with the Rams. Cameron Filtness playing at first receiver rallied the boys in attack and lead by example in defence pulling off some hard hits which earnt him the Hitman award for the game. Continued on page 53...

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Mitchell Reid was again safe out wide making some great tackles and stepping in to gain some good metres with quick foot work. Jacob Smith worked hard out of dummy half to give good quick passes and picked his time well to run and put pressure on the rams. Clayton Clarke found himself busy with the rams attack but stayed strong with some great tackles and quick runs. Zane UsherRodahl showed he can hold his own in the middle coming up with some great tackles and finding the metres straight up the middle of the field. Jack Roberson made sure he got into the mix of things in defence getting his hands on the Rams runners and running straight in return. Charlie Fleming hit the Rams line hard and fast all game, he also pulled off some great bone crunching tackles. Thomas Rudd playing at fullback returned the Rams kicks with speed and strength, he also made some great covering tackles to keep the Rams out. The second half saw Rhys Cleverly step into first receiver and with some smart foot work and his speed he had the Rams on their toes. Lee Morgan move into dummy half and continued to put the pressure on with some quick darting runs and cutting down tackles. JudahFai Filiga put his stamp on the game with some line breaking runs and showed he can take a hit as well as give it. Lucas Umback was strong in the middle making some solid tackles and hitting the ball up hard with some good runs. Hugh Waldren continues to find his place in the defence line getting involved with some hard tackling and powerful runs. After fighting off the flu all week Josh Williams put in a top effort and attacked the Rams line with some strong straight runs. Tyler Walden tried hard to find the holes in the Rams line with some weaving runs and also put in a good defensive game. The final score was 26-16 to the Rams in what was a hard fought game. The boys will now head into the finals with the hopes of making it to the GF. Try Scores Rhys Cleverly 1, Lee Morgan 1, Cameron Filtness 1.

Conversions Rhys Cleverly 1, Mitchell Reid 1. Hitman Award went to Cameron Filtness , Canteen Award was Judah-Fia Filiga and Player of the week was Lee Morgan.

A BIG Thank You to Chris, Lea, Phil, Kaela, Ryan and Casey for all the time and effort you have put into the team this year. Also to all the parents who travel and support the boys each week. See you all next weekend at the semi final. Well done boys.

Franks Butchery Under 13’s The last game of the season had the Franks Butchery Cooma Colts U13’s up against the Crookwell Green Devils. The Colts started well moving the ball around and stretching the Crookwell defence and almost scoring early in the first half however the final pass let them down. A series of dropped ball penalties and defensive errors by the Colts had Crookwell leading 10-0 well into the first half. The Colts got their act together with James Dyball crossing the try line to score, followed up by a great 50m run and try by Ty McKenzie right on halftime to make the score 12-10 to the Colts. More mistakes early in the second half from the Colts allowed Crookwell to score taking their lead to 1412. From this point on the Colts lifted the speed and intensity of the game. Good ball movement and more direct running saw tries scored by Clinton Filtness, Jake Galvin and Hudson Laird, with Remi Braddemanne kicking four goals to make the final score Colts 28 to Crookwell 14. Best for the Colts were Clinton Filtness 3 points for his great running and passing game, Ty McKenzie 2 points for his high work rate in defence and attack and the ever reliable Brock Halls was awarded 1 point. Thanks to all parents, supporters, league safe and first aiders for a most enjoyable season. The Colts under 13s just missed out on the semi-finals coming fifth in the 10 team competition. Congratulations to all the players for their effort, commitment and sportsmanship

displayed throughout the season.

McDonalds Under 15’s The McDonald’s U15’s took on West Belconnen on Sunday in their last home game of the season.

Although West Belconnen only fielded 11 players, Cooma found themselves in a grind to start the game. A great charge from Sean Dixon up the middle put West Belconnen on the back foot and a spread to the edges found Keegan Caldwell who scored under the posts. Bailey Rogers converted for an early 6-0 lead. In the next set, Cooma found themselves in the West Belconnen half after a big carry from Kobe Watts then some huge runs from Nick Coote and Damon Fanning. James Hayden spotted some open space where he put a pin point kick in for Bailey who scored out wide. Some dropped ball and penalties allowed West Belconnen the ball on Cooma’s line but the Colts defence held firm for three sets with Tyler Rees playing well above his weight and Will Deane making some try saving tackles to hold them out. This lifted the boys and Cassidy Taylor charged 50m up field. A couple of plays later Darnell Bartlett strolled in under the posts for a converted try. An unfortunate period then played out just on half time as a player from West Belconnen was sent off but to Cooma’s credit no one got involved. Cooma led 16-0 at half time.

The message from the coach was to not get greedy, but rather play as a team and practise what we had done at training. Darnell again strolled over straight after half time but not before some structured football dragging the West Belconnen team to an edge. The try was converted and Cooma led 22-0. Cooma weren’t going to take the foot off the pedal. More big metres off the kick-off from Nick Coote and Archie Allen allowed Nick Zusak all the time needed as a half and a nice inside ball saw Sean Dixon crash over next to the posts. Damon Fanning then joined the party in the very next set to score his first try in about six years. The try was unconverted and Cooma led 32-0. Cooma then upped the ante and after getting the side round the park, James Hayden threw a nice cut out to Remy Oldrey who found some space and beat three players but was brought down just short of the line. Keegan scored the play after and Archie Allen nailed the conversion. A terrific break from Nick Zusak who ran 50m only to be brought down meters short of the line then allowed Tyler to dart over from dummy half with Archie again adding the extras from out wide. One last play was on, but a dropped ball allowed West Belconnen to score a well-deserved try of their own to finish. Final score 44-6 Cooma.

Congrats to all the boys as they finished the year undefeated. A major Semi final awaits them next week. Player of the day went to Sean Dixon.

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Cooma Tigers div 2 men suffer a disappointing loss The Cooma Tigers Div 2 men have bowed out of premiership contention in disappointing fashion, losing 2-0 to Belconnen.

The boys travelled to the University of Canberra fields in perfect conditions and with a decent crowd supporting them.

The Tigers finished the season proper as minor premiers and as the in form team of the competition, but never managed to look settled in what would prove to be a physical encounter.

The game was played from end to end for the majority of the first half with both team’s defence forced to do a lot of work.

Neither team could capitalise on field position and the score at half time was 0-0 with the game in the balance.

Belconnen came in to the second half firing and Cooma let in two quick goals putting them on the back foot.

The Tigers managed to find some composure and began to control the game, but could not find the back of the net.

The loss brings a disappointing end to what was an otherwise phenomenal season for the competition favourites.

Cooma won 14 from 18 season games with a goal difference of 66.

They will go away for the off season and rest up to come back bigger and better in 2017.

Cooma Red Devils U12s bow out of season semi 2016

Zane Squire on the way to score the first try for the Devils.

The Cooma South East Printing U12s journeyed north to Canberra for the 2016 Semi-Finals last Saturday. An early try from Marist once again put a little dampener on their game, but this great team pushed through the defence and were rewarded with a try from Zane Squire that levelled the score 5 - 5.

Once again this became a very physical game of rugby that was pure entertainment for the supporters that had travelled to David Campese Oval. The U12s were spurred on with the knowledge that Cooper Hassell was determined to play (and he soon came off the bench), despite being sick all week. Great team-work saw Thomas Fletcher, Azack Morgan and Tommy Russell make breaks from the mauls and allowed Maison Turner to cross for Cooma’s second try.

The Cooma U12s once again came into this game with spirit and fire. They knew that Marist would come out harder than

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when they last met at Rotary Oval and this was clearly evident as Marist continued to drive us off the ball and were rewarded with a number of scrums and rucks in their favour.

This pressure from Marist saw them cross for another try and with a successful conversion the score was now 12 - 10.

The second half saw Jake Maddrell, Mathew Kimbell and Jake Corby combine with Tyler Waldren and Mitchell Burke to allow Coen Stanford to quite literally crash through the defence and score Cooma’s third try.

Score 15 - 12.

Marist continued to attack and with their own style of ‘pick and drive’ saw the ball held up over the line before they crossed for their third try which was not converted and the score was 17 - 15 in favour of Marist.

The energy and desire to defend displayed

by Riley Brayshaw and Flynn Palmer meant that they had nothing left in the tank. Alex Gould and Jack Buckley continued their

season of wonderful defence and try-saving tackles, which saw the score remain 17 - 15 at full-time.

As one of their coaches for the 2016 season, I am very proud to say that this is a team that has risen through the rungs of the 2016 U12 ladder and become a team of young men. Coaching staff Tim Kimbell and Langdon Gould know that this team started as a group, that some had never played Rugby Union before and became a team that were determined to go out on a win. It was a great game of rugby and one that I personally will remember as one where the players gave it their all. It was a game that had lows and highs, a semi-final that if you had asked us twelve rounds ago – we may not have even thought of getting there.

The Cooma South East Printing U12s made it to the Semi-Finals and finished the regular season second on the table, a wonderful accomplishment and one that

was pure enjoyment to watch. These sixteen players developed and grew into a welldisciplined team that remained focused until the final whistle.

Well done and congratulations on your achievements!

Thank you to Brian and Dale Coyte of South East Printing for their 2016 jersey sponsorship. Thanks also to Kirrily Gould, Alison Kimbell, Taylor Stanford, Nick Palmer, Matt Hassell, Warren Rossiter together with Peter and Michelle Corby for your behind the scenes work. Finally, a very big thank you to all of our supporters who cheered on the 2016 - Cooma South East Printing Under 12s.

One final word from coaches - Simon Buckley, Tim Kimbell and Langdon Gould – “Look out for this Cooma Red Devils team as they come out stronger in 2017.”

Final Score: Cooma 15 – Marist 17

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Cooma’s Division 2 Lady Tigers win the semi final Stacey Kelly.

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Sunday was an exciting day for the lady Tigers as they travelled to Canberra for their knock out semi final game against Brindabella.

The first half was even in possession with Cooma’s defence keeping up with the fast Brindabella forwards.

Raen Brademanne was a work horse on the right wing holding her ground in a physical match. There were plenty of penalties called for the Cooma side, giving Emily Perkin a shot from just outside the box. But she was unlucky to send the ball just wide.

Cooma’s next opportunity came with 15 minutes to go in the first half. Another penalty for Miruna Moruz allowed her to take a perfect shot at goal and put Cooma ahead 1-0 just before half time.

In the second half Brindabella came out hard, but the lady tigers came out on top with most of the possession going their way.

The team would be nothing without power house keeper, Sam DeRuijter who saved some magnificent shots at goal and one in particular which could have levelled the game with only 10 minutes to go.

Tamara Lloyd had a shot, which was promising for the tigers, but the Brindabella keeper was making it hard for the Tigers to extend their lead.

With only minutes remaining, three penalties in favour of Brindabella saw them outside their 18 yard box, but their chances of levelling the game were squashed with defenders Candice Geach and Kerry Baines clearing the ball with determination written all over their faces. The full time whistle blew and the game was over, sending the lady Tigers into the grand final next weekend against Belnorth at 10am in Nicholls.

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