Dubbo Photo News 16.02.2023

Bare foot bowls for foot for Dubbo’s Returned and Service League

By JENET STEWART

Dubbo’s Returned and Service League – Dubbo RSL Branch had more than they’d bargained for at last week’s inaugural North Dubbo RSL Sporties family bare foot bowls evening. As we know, the wind blew up one heck of a storm last Thursday afternoon, so all attendees retreated to the clubhouse for protection.

The group were not to be deterred by one big storm and are gathering friends, family and anyone who may be interested in a great fun game of bare foot bowls for today (Thursday, February 16).

The games kick off at 5pm and will continue throughout the coming months. In fact, the Returned and Service League group have planned to have family events including ten pin bowls and golf days for the whole of the Dubbo community.

“The Returned and Service League events are not just for veterans but for any Dubbo families wanting to meet new people and have a fun evening out playing bowls, ten pin or a game of golf,” Luke Glynn from the Returned and Service League said.

All upcoming events will be promoted on their Facebook page. View the QR code on your mobile phone for more information.

You’re invited to Sporties today (Thursday, February 16) for a fun game of bare foot bowls for the whole family. Pictured is Luke Glynn from the Dubbo Branch.

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KAILAH JESSIE WORTH

My Nickname is: Kai

Where do you work? Office Manager at McKay Performance Centre.

How long have you lived in Dubbo? Almost six years and it's the best decision we have made.

In my spare time I like to… spend quality time with my family and tend to my garden.

My favourite Dubbo eatery is… Tanoshi. I love Japanese food.

What’s the best invention ever created? Smart phones.

My lifelong dream is to… take 12 months off to travel around Australia with my partner and three children.

My words of wisdom are… if you get a chance, take it! If it changes your life, let it.

My favourite song is… hard to pinpoint. There’s just one but at the moment that I'm hitting repeat on –Taylor Swift’s “Lavender Haze”.

My goal for 2023 is to… be more intentional with my time and relationships as well as be more present. Take every moment as it comes and to be grateful.

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A place to call home

By JENET STEWART

AS Australians, we work hard for a substantial part of our lives. We generally want what’s best for our families, we want fun in our lives, room to move, a comfortable and peaceful living space with nice surrounds so we can enjoy every moment with family and friends.

At Macquarie View Estate just off Hennessy Road in South Dubbo, this ultimate lifestyle is possible. The estate has encapsulated a real place to call home by offering a well-deserved sanctuary crafted

just for you and your family both young and old. “At Macquarie View Estate we’ve taken great care to craft an environment that reflects our desire to create a strong sense of community, a place for you to build a private and peaceful life. We invite you to design and build your well-deserved sanctuary, in a place your family and friends can make memories to last a lifetime,”

Chairman of Macquarie View Partners, Brett Anderson said.

The generous and spacious blocks and open streetscapes are how housing blocks and streets

used to be in Dubbo all those years ago with ample room for the family to entertain in an environment that is safe and enjoyable for both adults and children. Security and peace of mind go hand in hand at Macquarie View Estate with plenty of room to build your lock up garage or shed to secure vehicles and personal recreational equipment. “Our investors have a strong interest in working with as many Dubbo-based service providers as is practicable. Together we’re investing in a local legacy built to last,” Brett explains.

The Estate is just minutes from Orana Mall shopping precinct, Dubbo’s central business district, the Tracker Riley cycleway and Macquarie River walks. It’s not just about location either, Macquarie View offers a unique lifestyle for all who choose to build in this location. One homeowner explains, “we have watched the estate grow and fill with wonderful neighbours. Being here, we are tucked away but still close enough to have a connection to each place we need to be.”

Macquarie View knows that

people have a vision of their preferred style of home. “We know you’ve worked hard to bring your life to this point and believe it’s time for you to craft your very own sanctuary in a way that truly symbolises who you are as a family,” Brett said.

To take your first step in securing your ultimate lifestyle, contact Michael Redden at Redden Family Real Estate or Richard Tegart from Ray White Real Estate for more information on availability, pricing, and dimensions for your new family home.

Macquarie View Estate has taken great care to craft an environment that reflects the desire to create a strong sense of community.

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Perfectly Sorted New Dubbo Business

By JENET STEWART

Perfectly Sorted has truly hit the ground running as one of Dubbo’s newest businesses.

After a tremendous presentation at the Exchange in Macquarie Street last Friday and the opening of their new office space upstairs at 8/46 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo, above The Auctioneer, the business is set to deliver everything you need to know about staging your property.

In 2021, at the Regional Business Awards, Perfectly Sorted was named as the most Outstanding Business Leader. In 2022 they were runners-up in the Australian Rural Business Awards for the Service-based Business of the Year.

Dubbo Photo News welcomes Perfectly Sorted who have already become great supporters of our locally-owned newspaper.

The business will eventually recruit a local Dubbo team to provide even more assistance in staging your property for sale. To find out more about Perfectly Sorted, view their website at www. perfectlysorted.com.au.

The award winning Perfectly Sorted team bringing everything you need to know about staging your property for sale to the Dubbo community.

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‘Tracker’s’ story retold in theatre ‘Tracker’s’ story retold in theatre

By LYDIA PEDRANA

NSW’S first Indigenous police sergeant was a Wiradjuri man from Dubbo by the name of Alec ‘Tracker’ Riley.

Serving in the police force for 40 years through the beginning of the 20th century, Tracker earned his nickname from his intuitive knack for finding missing people and crims.

Leading numerous high-profile cases, Tracker forged a path between the enforced colonial system in which he worked and his Wiradjuri lore.

Despite his four decades of service and unmatched legacy, when he retired from the force in 1950, he was refused the police pension.

Now, his great-great nephew,

Mr Riley is one of Australia’s leading dancers and choreographers, and is currently the artistic director at South Australia’s prestigious Australian Dance Theatre (ADT).

Premiering at the Sydney Festival in January, Mr Riley drew inspiration from his GreatGreat Uncle’s legacy and the challenges First Nations people have shared for generations.

Combing dance, music and text, Mr Riley directed and choreographed the culturally rich production which features a talented team of nine Indigenous cast and crew.

“Tracker is a work I have wanted to make for many years and feel very fortunate to have had incredible support across the industry and within my Ri-

mob come to the [premiere] show, which was a beautiful and incredible moment.

"To share our shared ancestor, his resilience and the story with them, all together as a mob, was powerful.”

Mr Riley believes it’s important that tales, like that of his Great-Great Uncle, continue to be told to prove similar challenges faced by First Nations people in the 20th century are still prevalent today.

“Stories like Uncle Alec’s and speaking about him as a Cultural icon, shows an incredible pride and resilience,” he said.

“It also shows that the cultural, social and political issues Uncle Alec faced every day and through his career as a tracker, are all the same issues we

richer understanding of Uncle Alec’s remarkable legacy.

“In the face of enforced colonisation, Uncle Alec continued to be a pillar of strength and resilience for his family and community and we now, as urban living, contemporary First Peoples, are doing the same thing,” he said.

“Practising Cultural resilience, being proud of who we are, passing down our stories and taking care of our languages, stories, young ones, Elders and Country, all in the face of systems that are attempting to strip that from us.”

Next month, Tracker will play at the Perth and Adelaide Festivals.

Asked if the production will make a trip to Dubbo, Mr Riley teased: “It is in the plan to absolutely bring Uncle Alec back

Performers Abbie-lee Lewis, Rika Hamaguchi and Tyrel Dulvarie in Tracker.

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Sergeant Alexander 'Tracker' Riley, c1940s.

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Leading choreographer Daniel Riley is bringing his Great-Great Uncle's powerful story to life through dance, music and text.

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Holiday Smiles COMPETITION FINAL RESULTS

Below left: Edward chapman on the Nevis Swing in Queenstown

Below: Edward Chapman enjoying being in Queenstown in January

Elsie exploring Australian ocean life

Left: Harry Chapman climbing the twin waterfalls at Wanaka, NZ

years

Safety first - Riley Denison

Right: Thomas Mackander on holiday at Nelson's Bay Birubi Beach January 2023

Chapman fishing at Hawks Nest with his mulloway (which he released after the smiling

Harry and David Chapman fishing for Mulloway at Bennetts Beach, Hawks Nest

WHAT KIDS SAY

FEAR NOTHING

a book for change

By JENET STEWART

CLOSE to 10 years ago, Dubbo fitness trainer Rod Fardell was on a cruise ship enjoying himself when Swine Flu broke out on the ship. Rod was confined to his sleeping quarters and began thinking about all the years of training clients and generally helping people with their health and fitness.

He decided to put pen to paper and came up with the acronym FEAR – Frustration, Education, Action and Responsibility.

Spencer Thomas

How old are you? 5 years old

What’s the latest you’ve ever stayed up? Sleeping

What’s your favourite animal?

A giraffe.

How do you get wool off a sheep? Cows.

Can cows jump over the moon?

Sheep jump to the moon.

Who’s the most famous person you know? Spencer Sharpe

Would you prefer to be a mermaid or a pirate? Rock and roll

What’s the naughtiest thing you’ve ever done? Play with my toys

Who do you love the most? My toys

He continued to dump all the information he had down on paper over the following couple of days whilst still on the ship and continued when he arrived home.

“I contacted Jen Cowley (Dubbo-based writer and former editor) and told her about what I’d written, Jen took the story and edited it for me. She returned the story and, at that moment in my life, I kind of had a lack of belief in myself, so I filed the story away on the computer,” Rod said. It was some time later

when Rod was looking through his computer and found the filed story again. He pulled it out after making a decision then and there to do something with the book.

“I went back through the book, read it and thought this is going to help people. My experiences and the thousands of people I’ve trained and the information I’ve gained will provide a chance to change people’s relationships, health and fitness – and even help in a work environment.”

The book, F.E.A.R. Nothing, provides practical information on how to make lifelong changes through using the FEAR Nothing principles. There are practical activities, tasks and real examples of how FEAR Nothing can be life-changing.

It’s an easy read which allows you to achieve and lead a healthy and more purposeful life, Rod said.

The book is self-published and is available already through Amazon as an E-book. The hard copy will be available in the coming weeks.

CHANGES TO TRAFFIC

From 24 to 26 February the Dubbo Region warmly welcomes 10,000 participants, officials and spectators as part of the NSW Touch Junior State Cup.

Residents may experience changes to traffic conditions, including road closures, to support the expected congestion.

Permanent road closures for the 3 days of the event, from 24 to 26 February:

•Sandy Beach Road; from Ian Drake Drive to South Street

•Bligh Street; from Bultje Street to Macquarie Street

•Ian Drake Drive; from Bligh Street to Sandy Beach

•South Street; from Bligh Street to Tamworth Street

Other road closures from 24 to 26 February:

•Tamworth Street; from South Street to Macquarie Street (daily from 5am to 7pm)

•Tamworth Street; from Macquarie Street to Brisbane Street (daily from 5am to 7pm)

•Reakes Avenue; from Macquarie Street to Smith Street (daily from 5am to 7pm)

•Macquarie Street; from Cobra Street to Tamworth Street (Macq St residents only)

Motorists in the South Dubbo area are advised to avoid Macquarie Street and use Brisbane Street or Darling Street to access the CBD.

Unless accessing services in this area, motorists are asked to avoid the intersection at Bligh Street and Bultje Street.

Variable Message Signs will be in place prior to the event, displaying messages to support changes to traffic conditions.

Community members using bus services may be impacted by detours. The Macquarie Street Bus Route Service 570 will bypass the Brisbane Street and Tamworth Street section of the route continuing onto the CBD along Macquarie Street.

FEAR Nothing is written by local Dubbo fitness trainer, Rod Fardell. The book will soon be available in hard copy.

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Holistic health is Dr. Maddi’s speciality

By JENET STEWART

Occasionally for some of us, having a back problem can be a debilitating and extremely uncomfortable experience. The experience can cause general pain and dysfunction to our bodies for a whole lot of reasons.

Dubbo’s Carter Chiropractic centre has a new practitioner whose passion just happens to be all about holistic health and finding the root cause of the pain and discomfort her patients are experiencing.

Dr. Madison Ryan grew up in the bush and comes from Young in the southwest slopes of NSW. She began working with Carter Chiropractic and Dubbo Acupuncture in January this year and has all intentions to stay working in Dubbo for the years to come.

Dr. Maddi as she’s more commonly known, studied at Macquarie University and is

a qualified Chiropractor. Her interest in holistic health will certainly be of benefit to the Dubbo and district patients at the centre. “I’m interested in addressing spinal dysfunction and the associated issues that can arise from it. Also, the factors that contribute to the dysfunction and pain such as structural, chemical, and emotional imbalances,” Dr. Maddi explains.

Dr. Maddi’s holistic approach to her chiropractic work includes techniques such as applied kinesiology, neuro-emotional technique, paediatrics and general spinal health. Overall Dr. Maddi treats an extensive range of conditions which stem from the spine as the primary source, from headaches, neck, and back pain right through to sports injuries. “I think if the patient can understand where the dysfunction is & why they’re in pain, they’re more empowered moving forward,”

Dr. Maddi said. In Dr. Maddi’s spare time she spends time with her partner and provides training for young health professionals at the School of Rural Health right here in Dubbo.

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Car Wash Day for men’s mental health

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Feb 16: Ice-T, US actor-rapper, 65. John McEnroe, US tennis player, 64. Des Hasler, league player-coach, 62. Andy Taylor, British musician of Duran Duran, 62. Alyssa-Jane Cook , actress, 56. Cathy Freeman, Olympic athlete, 50. Valentino Rossi, Italian motorcyclist, 44. Agyness Deyn, British model, 40.

Feb 17: Barry Humphries, comedian-actor, 89. Lou Diamond Phillips, US actor, 61. Michael Jordan, US basketball player, 60. Dominic Purcell, actor, 53. Denise Richards, US actress, 52. Paris Hilton, US socialite and heiress, 42. A.B de Villers, South African cricketer, 39. Ed Sheeran, English singer, 32. Alex de Minaur, tennis champ, 24.

Feb 18: Len Deighton, British author, 94. Yoko Ono widow of Beatle John Lennon, 90. Cybill Shepherd, US actress, 73. John Travolta , US actor, 69. Greta Scacchi, British-Italian actress, 63. Matt Dillon, US actor, 59. Sandra Sully, TV news presenter, 58. Dr Dre, rapper, 58. Andrew Daddo, TV/radio presenter, 56. Molly Ringwald, US actress, 55. Josip ?imunic , soccer player-coach, 45. Todd Lasance, actor, 38.

Feb 19: Smokey Robinson, US pop singer, 83. Amy Tan, author, 71. Prince Andrew, royal, 63. Hana Mandlikova , Czech tennis player, 61. Seal, British singer, 60. Benicio Del Toro, Puerto Rican actor, 56. Lisa McCune, actress, 52. Beth Ditto, US singer, 42.

Feb 20: Dr Harry Cooper, T V vet, 79. Cindy Crawford, US model, 57. Kimberley Davies, Aussie actress, 50. Rihanna , Barbadian singer, 35. Daly Cherry-Evans footy player, 34.

By JENET STEWART

IF your car’s a tad dirty this February, save it for the Men’s Mental Health Charity Car Wash Day at Dubbo RSL car park.

Dubbo’s Matt Bailey, Bruno Efoti from Tradies In Sight, and a group of returned service veterans will be raising

funds for Tradies In Sight on the day.

Representatives from Tradies in Sight will be available to provide information and resources to families about mental health and how to take care of loved ones experiencing mental issues.

The whole family is truly welcome at the event.

While your car is being washed, the family can enjoy a sausage sizzle, jumping castle, food and drinks, face painting and more.

Music will be provided on the day by Duncan Ferguson.

If you don’t have a car, that’s OK, car wash organisers want families to come down and enjoy the day, and

make a donation that may assist someone struggling with mental health issues.

The fun charity car wash day will run from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, February 18.

All proceeds raised from the charity car wash will go directly to local organisation, Tradies in Sight.

Feb 21: Kelsey Grammer, US actor, 68. Mary Chapin Carpenter, US country singer, 65. Christopher Atkins, US actor, 62. Michael Slater, cricketer, 53. Jennifer Love Hewitt, US actress/singer, 44. Jessica McNamee actress, 38. Charlotte Church, Welsh singer, 37. Elliot Page (formerly Ellen Page), US actor, 36. Ashley Greene, US model-actress, 36.

Feb 22: Vijay Singh, Fiji golfer, 60. Mark Ferguson, Tamworth-born TV news anchor, 57. James Blunt British singer, 49. Drew Barrymore, US actress, 48. Dichen Lachman, actress, 41. Shaun Tait, cricketer, 40.

John Travolta

Organisers of the Men's Mental Health Charity Car Wash were testing their car washing skills this week in readiness for the upcoming event. Pictured are Monique Rayment, Matt Bailey and Bruno Efoti. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Sharica’s in safe hands

By JENET STEWART

IT’S hard to believe Dubbo’s local Sharica store has been operating for 23 years. Patsy Clarke opened the store in 2020 and now after over two decades has decided to hand the reins of the store to her daughter Trudy.

“It was a small shop in the beginning but over the years grew to the large shop it is today, we now offer a different variety of services and product ranges,” Patsy said.

The store is a hive of activity on any given day, particularly through school holiday periods. The store has an established clientele, a credit to Patsy’s work ethic and attention to detail in providing the best possible services and products to her clients.

Sharica offers body piercing, tattooing, waxing, tinting and nail treatments, there’s an extensive range of quality body jewellery, beautiful lingerie, adult products, novelties, games, and books to spice up your life. “Our staff, including our tattooist, piercing technician and nail technician are licensed and qualified,” Trudy said.

Sharica may have changed hands but when Trudy was questioned as to what she’d be changing within the Sharica store, her response was, “why change something if it’s not broken.”

Trudy will continue to operate Sharica in the same manner that her mother has done over the past 23 years while Patsy takes a well deserved break with family and friends.

The mother and daughter team from Sharica. Patsy Clarke has handed the reins of the long established business over to daughter Trudy.

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Because the Dubbo Region is the best place to build your career

DUBBO WORKS is highlighting the excellent career and learning opportunities the Dubbo region offers. DUBBO WORKS is a community-building initiative brought to you by Fletcher International Exports and Dubbo Photo News. To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@dubbophotonews.com.au phone 6885 4433.

FOCUS ON FLETCHERS

The happiest person at Fletchers

By JENET STEWART

CLARE WHITEMAN is possibly the happiest person you’ll meet – and most of the staff at Fletchers International Exports’ will attest to this. Her bubbly and welcoming attitude is what every newcomer to Fletchers is greeted with; her position at front of the Human Resources (HR) office is ideal for Clare.

“People are sometimes nervous about their first day at Fletchers and what to expect. When they are greeted with a friendly and happy face and a good morning gesture, people generally feel better and more relaxed,” Clare explains.

Clare finished Year 11 in 2012, and the following year she began training at TAFE to become a qualified chef. She completed her studies and

Position Vacant

Abattoir Labourers - Full Time FLETCHER INTERNATIONAL EXPORTS

Jobs and Tasks

We are looking for people to fill multiple labouring roles (such as packing meat and trimming fat, processing co-products such as wool and hides) and also more experienced roles such as boning, slicing and hide removal).

Wages and Pay: Wages are processed weekly

You will have opportunities to gain new skills and progress up pay levels in your department as you learn new tasks

Skill Level

We have opportunities for people with all levels of experience (even if you have none at all!)

Benefits of Working with Us:

We provide all training required on the job - we even provide and wash your uniform!

You can find this on our website at http://www.fletchint.com.au/careers/application-form or grab one from our Gatehouse at Lot 11 Yarrandale Road, Dubbo NSW 2830 For more information contact 02 6801 3100

worked in hospitality for a period of time, then applied for a position at Fletchers.

She was successful in gaining a labourer’s position. Her years of training as a chef were beneficial when placed with the task of cutting up meat and packaging it for export.

When COVID hit, management undertook the arduous task of taking temperatures of all workers upon arrival at work, it was here she was recognised by management for her bubbly and happy disposition.

“Clare’s name was put forward as we were looking for someone to work in HR. Her personality is infectious, she brings light into the place and has the biggest smile,” Maddy Herbert from Fletchers HR said.

Working at Fletchers has helped Clare to gain many

skills including the use of a computer and software applications.

“When I first came to HR, I was overwhelmed in the beginning, I’d never dealt with computers before but now I’m confident. I can use a computer, and everyone was really helpful to explain things to me which made learning easier.

“I think it’s nice that the staff at Fletchers see me as a happy person, I’ve always wanted to help people,” Clare said.

Clare’s adoration of all things Fletchers is apparent. “I love Fletchers, these guys are my family, that’s how they make me feel, it doesn’t feel like work.

“I like meeting the labourers, just everybody, it puts people at ease when they come to a big place like Fletchers to work,“ Clare told Dubbo Photo News

Clare Whiteman.

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Fifteen years with Fletchers International

By JENET STEWART

IT was 2007. Nathan Mooney had just finished Year 10 and decided to apply for a job at Fletchers International – he thought he’d “just find a fill-in job until he found something more permanent”.

In fact, Nathan applied for two jobs, one with a builder and the other with Fletchers International. He was successful with his application at Fletchers and began working as a labourer. Little did he know that this would be the beginning of an amazing career filled with

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The number of Dubbo region jobs being advertised this week on seek.com.au

OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK

Retail Sales Assistant Narellan pools

As a Retail Sales Assistant you will have a genuine desire to deliver meaningful customer service interactions and a desire for success. In this role there will be ample training and support provided with the opportunity to progress with the team.

You will be enthusiastic and have a positive attitude, exceptional communication skills, strong customer service skills, previous experience within the retail sector, be passionate to exceed individual and store sale targets, love to contribute in a team environment, have flexible availability with the ability to

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many opportunities.

In those 15 years, Nathan has accomplished much more than he first envisaged. He now holds the position of Supervisor at Fletchers International.

“I started as a labourer and worked hard, I was asked if I was going to stick around at Fletchers, I said ‘yes’ and here I am today, 15 years later,” Nathan said.

Nathan attributes his career to the continual assistance he has received from his fellow work colleagues, particularly training and help from many of the experienced and long-term

staff at Fletchers.

“There’s always a good incentive to better yourself here, I’ve gained confidence, I have a stable income and I am offered training to better myself,” Nathan explains.

Nathan’s training covers a long list of certifications including Certificate IV in Trainer and Accessing, Certificate III in Meat Processing (slaughtering), Occupational First Aid skillset and more. These courses are offered to staff free of charge. “You just have to say yes and take the opportunities when they are given to you,” Nathan said.

WIf you have a unique or interesting job, a career opportunity or a fascinating learning option you’d like to share, get in touch with Dubbo Photo News now.

To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@ dubbophotonews.com. au or phone 6885 4433 or visit us at Level 1, 178 Macquarie Street, Dubbo.

If ha job fa T Dubbo

Kennedy Chapman

Where do you work?

Dubbo RSL Memorial Club

What’s your job? Reception. I am currently training in events.

Best part of your job?

The people I work with and meeting people from all walks of life.

If you could work with a celebrity, who would it be and why? Jennifer Lawrence, I feel like she’d be funny but good compa-

ny as well.

Something you can’t live without. My son.

When you were a child, what did you want to grow up to be? A professional hockey player.

Naughtiest thing you did when you were a

child? Used permanent marker to draw on the cement outside my Kindy classroom.

Most embarrassing/ funny moment at work? I have a couple, but probably not appropriate enough to talk about.

Nathan Mooney.

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Dubbo-born country music artist joins festival line-up

By LYDI D A PEDRA

LYDIA PEDRANA

THE Stock Route Country Music Festival is returning to Lazy River this March with an impressive line-up of headline acts, including a locally born rising star.

Peter Chapman will join top country music singers including Amber Lawrence, Adam Eckersley, Brooke McClymont, The Wolfe Brothers and Hayley Jensen for the epic one-day shindig.

Mr Chapman is thrilled at the opportunity to return to his roots to play his first festival.

“I only have a few small memories of living in Dubbo as I left there when I was three, so it’s going to be great to return and have a look around properly,” he told Dubbo Photo News

“My parents have booked tickets and are coming along also, so no doubt I’ll get a personally guided tour of all the ‘old spots’.”

Kicking off his career as a cover artist in 2003, Mr Chapman eventually plucked up the courage to try his hand at original tracks in 2019.

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Brought up on a strict music diet consisting of “Aussie country music”, thanks to his mum, and “good old Pub Rock”, thanks his dad, Mr Chapman describes his own style as country rock.

He draws inspiration for his songs from personal experiences and then explores ways he can make them relatable and fun for anyone listening.

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“Sometimes the [initial] idea itself might not come from my life but then I take that idea and do what I can to add a part of my life to it,” Mr Chapman said.

“Somet imes from o my y li fe bu to add a par t o

“[My song] ‘Every Friday Night’ started simply as an idea because I was listening to Brad Butcher sing a Rodney Crowell song ‘I Walk The Line (Revisited)’ and I decided I wanted to name drop Johnny Cash in a song.

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“From that idea I turned it into a song about how much I love playing cover songs in a bar on a Friday night, or any night for that matter.”

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St S o oc c k Route’s E pe perffor m at a t he

Mr Chapman recently won the most votes in The Stock Route’s Emerging Talent competition and gets to perform at the festival as part of his prize.

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“I really do appreciate the opportunity from Lazy River Estate and all the people who voted for me to get to experience this.

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“I’ll be bringing a set list of rocking country tunes I’ve written in the last two years and also a song or two you might be familiar with to warm up the vocal cords for a day full of sing-a-longs.”

On Maarch 11 wiith t he event

On March 11, the Lazy River gates open at 11.30am with the event concluding at 10.30pm.

Suitable for all ages, there is no allocated seating, so guests are encouraged to bring camp chairs and picnic rugs to the event.

Suuitable for a gu g es ests s t a re r enco ru r ugs g to o the e eve

Tickets are $89 each and can be purchased via the Lazy River Estate website.

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Emerging singer-songwriter Peter Chapman will perform at The Stock Route Country Festival at Lazy River Estate on March 11.

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Get Fuelled Up and Ready To Run!

Cinnamon Spiced Nuts

Ingredients

4 cups deluxe mixed nuts or individual types totalling 4 cups

1/3 cup maple syrup

3 tbsp light brown sugar

1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground cloves

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 1/2 tsp salt

STEP 1

method

Preheat the oven to 190 C. Spray the baking sheet pan with nonstick baking spray.

STEP 2

On the prepared sheet pan, combine the nuts, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, cayenne, and salt. Stir together and spread into an even layer.

STEP 3

Roast 12-15 minutes. The sugar thickens and coats the nuts. Remove from the oven. While cooling, stir intermittently to break up any large pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.

NUTRITION

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 199 cal

E-learning provider announced as grant finalist

By LYDIA PEDRANA

A Dubbo based education provider has been announced as one of two national finalists for a $15,000 nbn Innovation Grant, held in partnership with Regional Australia Institute.

iClick2Learn develops online training programs for government, enterprises, associations, and community organisations with 100 per cent of profits invest back into educating volunteers and staff on how to govern, fund and manage their community organisations.

CEO and co-founder of iClick2Learn, Natalie Bramble, said she almost didn’t apply for the grant, but changed her mind at the eleventh hour.

“I grew up with a father who taught me if you want something done properly, do it yourself, so I’m so self-reliant that I don’t often think ‘hey, this would be a good thing to get support for',” she told Dubbo Photo News.

“But we are absolutely thrilled to be one of two national finalists in such a strong competitive pool of 150 entries from across Australia”

If selected as the grant winner, iClick2Learn will use the money to deliver two online courses, focused on grant and tender

writing, free to regional organisations.

Ms Bramble hopes these programs will help those who may miss out on funding to bigger organisations due to a lack of resources, knowledge or training.

“I’ve discovered over the years that it’s challenging for small regional organisations to compete for grants and tenders against larger organisations,” Ms Bramble said.

“Small organisations might decide against applying, because they don't know what they have to do, they don't understand the terminology, or they don't know how to answer the questions.”

On a personal note, Ms Bramble has recently submitted her first book manuscript which is due to be published in late May

“I’ve developed a system to help people write grants and write strong applications and it’s called Win The Grant with The Grant Writing System,” she said.

“There are so many different ways and different funders and different processes, so this will help everyone systemise their approach regardless of what the differences are.”

The grant winners will be announced Wednesday, February 22, at a ceremony in Canberra.

CEO and co-founder of education provider iClick2Learn, Natalie Bramble, is thrilled to be a finalist in a $15,000 grant program.

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Photos

Mitchell and Dean Butler, right, Jasper Darlington

Jordan and Ashtan Kelly

Michelle and Kristy with their original 2 foot dagwood dog

Ayla and Ali Arici

Caleb and Jaxon Moss

Ava Jensen and Sam Hamilton

Neve and Claudia Cook

Dubbo’s Kirsty Hargraves has been shortlisted as one of six finalists for the NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year awards.

Working as Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Community and Cultural Programs Manager, Ms Hargraves, a proud Tubbagah and Binjan Woman from Wiradjuri and Kamilaroi Country, has been recognised for her work in delivering her high impact cultural programs at the zoo.

Nominated in secret by TWPZ director Steve Hinks and director of education, Paul Maguire, Ms Hargraves was surprised when she found out she had been named a finalist.

“I didn’t know [they had nominated me], my manager did warn me, she said ‘something is going to happen’, but I was a

Local woman recognised for cultural youth efforts

little bit embarrassed to tell you the truth,” she told Dubbo Photo News

“When I found out last week, I was a bit shocked but more humbled than anything.”

So humble, in fact, the mother of four didn’t even tell her family.

“I didn’t tell them [my children], they found out on Facebook,” she laughed.

“A lot of aunties and my grandparents are very proud, they actually heard it on the radio and then I had an aunty ring me and say ‘congratulations, you kept that one quiet.’”

Ms Hargraves greatest achievements in her 13 years at TWPZ is the Walanmarra Program, which she designed and developed in 2009.

Run in partnership with the

By LYDIA PEDRANA

Department of Community and Justice Services, the program provides ongoing support and stability to hundreds of children and youth by deepening their connection to Country and Culture.

Focused on delivering life, communication, and social skills to some of NSW’s most vulnerable children, the program has seen more than 300 students take part, some which have gone on to secure employment at the zoo afterwards.

Further to this, Ms Hargraves secured funding to expand the program to cater for more disengaged and at-risk youth.

Last year, she also introduced a school-based traineeship program, which sees two Indigenous youth doing their zookeep-

ing course at TWPZ.

“This has been first one since zoo opened back in 1977, so we haven’t had an Aboriginal trainee in the keeping area since then.”

Ms Hargraves said the zoo’s programs are important for ensuring Indigenous empowerment and continuing culture in a modern way.

“Being a conservation society, I’ve always said that black fellas were the first conservationists,” she said.

“[The zoo] is a place where we need to be working at, we have a lot of value in this space and culture has a lot of value in this space.”

“We need to be a lead organisation in making sure Aboriginal people are at the table having a

say in the structure of the organisation, the strategic planning of it, especially when it comes to managing Country, looking after our ancestral species – it just fits, it just makes sense.”

“It’s healthy for black fellas to be doing that too because it’s part of our identity.”

Also a finalist in the awards is Lynda Edwards, a Wangkumara woman from Narromine, who is a passionate advocate for the financial rights, fairness and inclusion of First Nations people.

The winner will be announced on Thursday, March 9, at the 2023 NSW Women of the Year Awards Ceremony at the International Convention Centre, Sydney and live streamed online. We wish Kirsty and Lynda all the best!

COUNCIL SNAPSHOT DUBBO.NSW.GOV.AU

AND DISRUPTIONS

Council road closures and disruptions are published directly to the NSW Government’s Live Traffic website.

Live traffic displays real time information on traffic conditions, incidents and major events across all of New South Wales allowing residents, travellers and visitors to keep up to date on road and traffic conditions in one central place.

View road closures at www.livetraffic.com

More than 7,000 people are expected to travel to the region for this year’s NSW Touch Junior State Cup.

A number of changes to traffic will be in place, and residents are urged to view these changes at dubbo.nsw.gov.au/nswtouch

It is also suggested that table bookings are made at hospitality venues to avoid disappointment.

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: 6801 4000

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Dubbo Regional Council has 40 lots available for purchase, including one dual-service lot, as part of Keswick Estate’s Stage 5 Release 2. Browse available land, view answers to frequently asked questions, or get in contact with Council to discuss your needs. For more information on available land, visit keswickestate.com.au

Taronga Western Plains Zoo Community and Cultural Programs Manager Kirsty Hargraves is a finalist for the 2023 NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year award.

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Summertime socials in Wellington

By COLIN ROUSE

PHOTO News dropped in to a couple of Wellington’s favourite spots to socialise and met up with locals enjoying time together.

Above: Indianna Szenick, Alyshia Szenick, Brandon Szenick and Everly Szenick at the Federal Hotel Far left: Max and Russell at Wellington Soldiers Club Far right: Janelle Frappell and Elaine Burnett at Wellington Soldiers Club

Below: Toni Maree, Sadie Maree and Joshua Versi were enjoying a delicious meal at the Federal Hotel in Wellington

Below left: Jasmin Taylor, Beau Bailey, Blake Bailey, Ryker Bailey, Lyn (Nanny) Giddings and Ellias Conn at Wellington Soldiers Club’s meat raffle night

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

 Thumbs Up to Western Plains Automotive. They where so helpful with getting finance for a car in less than a week. Graham, Matt and Ali where all amazing and such great customer service.

 Thumbs Up to the lady who came to the aid of another elderly lady whose car had broken down. The elderly lady needed to get home to Dunedoo and this kind lady offered to drive her all the way home, and even made the offer to bring her to Dubbo once the car was repaired and ready to collect.

 Thumbs Up to the dear lady who insisted that she walk with me to a certain place in Brisbane Street and would not take no for an answer. God bless you.

 Thumbs Up to tree experts Matt and Josh. I would like to thank you for doing an amazing job and showing a high level of respect to both myself and my property. You really went above and beyond.

 Thumbs Up and thank-you to Dubbo College Senior Campus – such great communication and a wonderful start to the year! We appreciate all the updates.

 Thumbs Up to Fraser for clearing the large tree that had fallen across Whitewood Road during the storm. Great effort with the rain and hail still pelting down to get out his tractor so others could continue home.

 Thumbs Up to the ladies at the library. I’ve been there a couple of times recently and all were friendly and helpful.

 Thumbs Up to the staff at Kintyre Lodge. They have been fantastic and so supportive of my grandmother and my family when we come to see her. All the staff are so welcoming! They all genuinely care and work so well, and during the Covid pandemic they worked hard to keep everyone safe and healthy.

 Thumbs Up to people who keep their cats at home at night.

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Don’t miss a WOW of an Artsong

A group of pro-active local artists will be holding an art exhibition titled “Artsong” at WOW, Warren, opening on Sunday, March 5, at 6pm.

As well as fine art, the evening will include food (grazing platters) and a short Chamber Music performance. Everyone is most welcome to come and tickets will be sold at the door.

One of the artists exhibiting her work is Jude Fleming. Jude is a multi-disciplinary artist working in paint, collage, artist books and drawing. She shares her passion for art making with weekly classes at Westwing Studio, Warren.

Recently Jude received a commendation from the NSW State Parliament as recognition for more than 30 years of community commit-

Contributed by NERRIDA BARBER

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Wordfind

Drop Down

Starting with the seven-letter word, drop a letter and form a six-letter word. Continue in this manner until you reach the single letter at the bottom. You can rearrange the letters in each step, if necessary.

Crossmath

change s in your life to find happiness. Sometimes you need to shake things up.

VIRGO: You must make compromises to regain harmony at home and work. After reaching agreement s with future clients or partners, new achievements are coming.

LIBRA: This week will be entirely devoted to work ing. If you’re looking for a job, you’ll find a demanding position that helps create better prospects for your future.

SCORPIO: If you’re no longer satisfied with your job, you’ll make some changes and find a new one that aligns with your ambitions. You could end up in the boss’s chair or start your own business.

SAGITTARIUS: You’ll have to tie up lots of loose ends at home. Once everything’s resolved, you’ll have a better relationship with your loved ones and significant other.

CAPRICORN: You’ll purchase a new gadget that may take a bit of time to learn how to use. You’ll have to make a few trips to get all the necessary answers and find complete satisfaction.

AQUARIUS: Your drive and dynamism will allow you to spoil yourself. You may earn a considerable amount of money and treat yourself to a few luxuries, including a trip or outing that impresses many.

PISCES: You need to rest before taking on a new challenge. Get out of the house to break up the daily routine. You’ll find inner peace if you express yourself openly and promptly.

The luckiest signs this week: Aries, Taurus and Gemini Gemini.

Are you one of these lucky ones?

Quiz

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Synthetic material (7)

5 Tiny, six-legged creatures (7)

9 Cast down (11)

10 Expanse (3)

11 Manually (2,4)

12 Poster (7)

14 Shortage (4)

15 Valuation (10)

17 Senior managers (10)

19 Andamooka gemstone (4)

20 Argue noisily and angrily (7)

1 Which storyteller are the fables The Tortoise and the Hare and The Boy Who Cried Wolf attributed to?

2 In which year was The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare first published?

3 What was Madonna’s (pictured) seventh studio album, released on February 22, 1998?

4 What does NASA stand for?

5 How many teams play in the Australian Football League?

6 Which band released the albums Adrenaline and Around the Fur?

7 Who directed the films Boyz n the Hood and Higher Learning?

8 The Ganges river, Meghna river and Brahmaputra river all flow into which bay?

9 How many pens did Barack Obama use to sign the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act into law?

10 Gangkhar Puensum is the highest mountain in which landlocked Asian country?

22 Of a tribe (6)

25 Official (3)

26 Common joint injury (11)

28 Late (7)

29 Association of individuals (7)

Edgeword

No. 071

Place each of the tiles of letters into the blank jigsaw below to create four six-letter words going across and down.

DOWN

1 Agreement (4)

2 Gaseous fuel (9)

3 Popular aquarium fish (5)

4 Surreptitious (11)

5 Harm (3)

6 Beachwear (7)

7 Rib-like structure (5)

8 Absence of motion (10)

12 Showy (11)

13 Society below the surface (10)

16 To place imortance on (9)

18 Blasphemous (7)

21 Horrible (5)

9-Letter

No. 071

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

Solutions

Dubbo’s Little Athletics shine

By KEN SMITH

Dubbo Athletics Club hosted the Little Athletics NSW Region Three Championships on Saturday and Sunday at Barden Park and our locals captured a swag of gold, silver and bronze medals.

News caught up with some of the smiles at the close of another big weekend of competition.

Dubbo Photo

Some of the Dubbo Athletics Club Little Athletics NSW Region Three Championships Squad

The Penman Family

Marli Pay (Gold in the 100m and 200m U/13 Girls)

Fynn Auld, Logan Penman, Matthew Duke, Kobi Auld and Maddox Barton

Amity Penman (Gold in the 800m U/9) and Ella Penman (Gold in the 800m, 400m, 200m, 100m and Triple Jump, all events U/17 and Silver in the Senior Girls Relay)

Beau Wynne (Gold in 80m Hurdles U/13) and Nash Wynne (Gold in Long Jump U/13 and High Jump U/13, Silver in 80m Hurdles U/13 and Relay Senior Boys)

Right: Senior Boys Relay Team, Max, Maddox, Ashton and Nash

Senior Girls Relay, Ella Penman, Alyce Noke and Marli Pay and Amelia Chrystall (not pictured).

Dual international and State of Origin stars keep CYMS entertained

By GEOFF MANN

Cult hero Wendell Sailor and former Panthers and State of Origin tough man Mark Geyer enthralled CYMS players, Old Boys and supporters at St Brigids Hall recently.

The pair joined forces with Triple M’s Anthony Maroon to recall past glories and spread a message of positivity for young people.

They also visited Trangie and other smaller towns, bringing nearly 50 years of combined experience to the floor.

Wendell and Mark earned great credit for taking time to visit country cousins and engage so personally.

Michael Dagg, Jason Varcoe, John Fogle and Kyle Dimmock

Left, Todd O’Dea and Pat O’Dea, Right, Andrew Hamblin and Rick PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

John Cameron, Kevin Walkom and Neil Williams

Gavin Fox, Mark Geyer and Kelly Fox

Jyie Chapman, Chanse Burgess, Trent Irwin, John Grey and Jack Allen

Peter Lucas, Wendell Sailor, Brian Zaia and Wayne MallisonDylan Hill, Jack Milgate and Perry Watson

Tim Sykes and Rob Burns

Wayne Sing, Max Marlin and Michael Hall

Wendell Sailor and Mark Geyer

Dubbo Classic Cars and Coffee awesome return for 2023

By KEN SMITH

And they’re back for 2023 and what a magnificent gathering.

With perfect weather helping out, Dubbo Classic Cars and Coffee’s first event for 2023 was a beauty.

A packed Victoria Park was a sea of cars, bikes and people.

Dubbo Classic Cars and Coffee is held on the first Sunday of every month (weather permitting and a wet weath-

er venue is always on standby if needed).

Dubbo Classic Cars and Coffee is a family friendly event that caters for the passionate and those who have a passing interest in these beautiful cars and bikes.

It’s become the must attend monthly social event and the photos show why, the next Dubbo Classic Cars and Coffee is on Sunday, March 5, 2023.

School Canteen Licence

Tenders are called for the licence of the school canteen commencing on 26th April, 2023 for a term of 3 years with an option to renew for 2 years. Annual school enrolments will be approximately 400. General enquiries and requests for a Tender Information Package should be referred to: Amanda Hupp, Business Manager 02 6882 3086 or dubbowest-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Taking photos of people, parties and park runs? That sounds like a great job!

If you’re interested, send us an email to jobs@dubbophotonews.com.au, telling us about you and why you think you’d be good at this job – and include some sample photos you’ve taken to show us your style.

THE DIARY

THURSDAY

Above Board Gamers: SECOND and FOURTH

Thursday of the month, 6pm, upstairs at the Devil’s Hollow Brewery, February dates, 9th and 23rd, contact Alan 0432 278 235.

Akela Playgroup: Scout Hall, 4 Akela St., 9.30am, Sharna 0438 693 789.

Badminton: Delroy High School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo, 7.30pm-9.30pm, $5 to play ($3 for school students) $22 yearly insurance ($15 for school students). All are welcome.

Chris 6887 3413.

Bingo - South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 11am-12.30pm, West Dubbo Bowling Club. New players welcome. Contact Barry 0439 344 349.

Coffee, Craft and Chat: 9.30am-12pm, Gospel Hall, Cnr of Boundary Road and Taylor Street. Contact Anne 0428 425 958.

Conversational English in Dubbo: FIRST and THIRD Thursday of the month during the school term, 2pm-3pm, Dubbo Uniting Church. Free. Contact, 6885 4200.

Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo, new players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946.

CWA Dubbo: FIRST Thursday of the month, 9.30am to 11am, Oaktree Retirement Village Peel Street, Dubbo. New members welcome Marion 6884 2957.

CWA Wongarbon Handicraft: SECOND Thursday of the month, enquiries to Chris 6884 1179.

CWA Wongarbon: FIRST Thursday of the month, 10am, Wongarbon CWA rooms. Marjorie 6884 5558.

Digital @ Dubbo: 10am to 1pm, Macquarie Regional Library, 45-minute session for your internet or technology questions, FREE, bookings essential, contact 6801 4510

Dubbo Anglican Church DNA Youth

Group: 7pm-9pm, Anglican Church Hall, 158 Brisbane St., during school terms.

Dubbo Anglican Church Trinity Kids

Playgroup: 10am-12pm, Anglican Church Hall, 158 Brisbane St., during School terms. Contact 6884 4990.

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. All men are welcome, Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo RSL Day Club: 10am and 2pm, Orana Gardens

Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 1pm to 4pm, volunteers on site during these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Street

Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Tuesdays), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts, contact Ray 0437 541 942

Line Dancing: 9.30am to 12 noon, at David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Road. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263.

Macquarie Masons Dubbo: SECOND Thursday of the month. All visitors are welcome, John O’Brien 0405 051 896.

Outback Dragons Dubbo: EVERY Thursday, 5.45pm (in summer), Sandy Beach amenities block. Come and try dragon boating, your first five paddles are Free. Newcomers are always welcome, email info@outbackdragons.com.au or call Robyn 0427462504.

Wellington Arts and Crafts: 10am-3pm,

Small Hall in the Anglican Church grounds, Wellington, variety of crafts, activities and workshops offered. Contact Lynne 6845 4454.

FRIDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: 7pm (1.5hrs) - ID meeting, Dubbo Community Health, Palmer Street, Dubbo. Contact Dee 0417 422 750, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au, for meeting information.

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group: THIRD Friday of the month, 2pm, Anne or Jeanie 6881 3704.

Central West Makers Place: 12pm-6pm, South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed, corner of Palmer and High Streets, Dubbo. 3D printing, basic electronics, robotics, silk screening and pottery. Adam 0431 038 866.

Communion Service (Dubbo Anglican Church): 10am, Brotherhood House chapel, 158 Brisbane St.

Community Kitchen: FIRST Friday of the month, 6.30pm, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane St, free meal.

CPSA (Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association): SECOND

Friday each month, 10am, Dubbo RSL Club. Discuss issues, guest speaker. Monthly meeting will be held on Friday 10th of February. Our Guest at this meeting Luke Koller from Head Office. Further Information Barb 0427251121 Dubbo Nepalese Christian Fellowship:

6.30-8pm. Contact Cyrel on 0416 826 701 or Kabita 0452 406 234.

Dubbo Parkinson’s Support Group: FIRST Friday of each month, 10.30am, Horizons village, Minore Road, Dubbo. People with Parkinson’s and their carers are welcome. Lorna 0416 240 626.

Dubbo VIEW Club: Cards & Games afternoon will be held on Friday, 17th February at Dubbo

RSL, commencing at 1.00PM.

Enquiries please phone Shirley on 0427-822-874

Lunchtime Prayer Group - Dubbo Anglican Church: 1-2pm in Brotherhood House, 158 Brisbane Street. All Welcome. Bring your lunch.

Narromine Food Barn: 9am-11am, Low-cost groceries and FREE fruit, vegetables and bread with any purchase to people in need. Contact Ken Rumble on 0414 477 365.

Rhymetime: 10.30am - 11am, during school term only, suits 0-2 years and families, stories, song and movement. Macquarie Regional Library.

Spinning and Weaving: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Lorraine 6887 8371.

Tai Chi at U3A: 10am, at the Community Arts Centre, Western Plains Cultural Centre, 76 Wingewarra Street. Richard 6888 5656.

The churches of Dubbo: Will come together as one ecumenical community on Friday March 3rd to celebrate the World Day of Prayer. At St Bridgid’s Church Dubbo commencing 10 am. All are most welcome.

Join us for morning tea after the celebration.

The News Café: 10am - 12.30pm, for lively conversation about current news and affairs. Free, no bookings required. Dubbo Library.

Urban Tribe: 2pm, with dancing, music, singing, caring and sharing. Everyone is welcome and let’s do it. 0459 762 702.

Western Plains Trefoil Guild: SECOND Friday of each month, 10.30am, Dubbo West Guide Hall. Everyone is welcome. Please confirm the meeting will be on. Dorothy 6884 6646.

SATURDAY

Beekeepers Inc - Orana: SECOND Saturday of the month, 9.15am, Narromine Tennis Club rooms, unless other arrangements are made. Contact orana.secretary@beekeepers.asn.au Bridge Club - Dubbo: 1pm until approximately 4.30pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946. Cumnock Market: The next Cumnock Market will be on Saturday 18th February from 9 am to 12 noon.

CWA Gilgandra Market: FIRST Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm, Cakes, fruit, pickles, plants and more! New stall holders are welcome. $5 per stall, proceeds to CWA. Hilda 6847 1270.

Dubbo Anglican Church Vigil Communion Service: 6pm, 158 Brisbane Street. Contact 6884 4990.

Dubbo Bridge Club: 1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club: 4pm, FIRST and THIRD Saturday of the month, Seniors (15+), old Scouts Building, 189-191 Talbragar Street, across from Aldi. Terry 0408 260 965. Embroiderers - Dubbo: 10am-3pm, (also see Tuesday listing), All are welcome, Macquarie Regional Library, Contact, Ruth 0422 777 323 Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 10am to 1pm, volunteers on site during these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Street

Outback Writers Centre Hub Meeting: FIRST Saturday of the month, (Feb-Dec), 10am-1pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre, Music Room, 76 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo.

Outback Writers Centre Write-in: THIRD Saturday of the month, (Feb-Nov), 11.30am1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo

Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, at the Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Corner of Darling and Wingewarra Streets, Dubbo. New members are always welcome, and we happily support anyone wanting to learn. Further enquiries to Charlene on 0408 825 180.

Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, starts at Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are welcome. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to help!

RSL Tennis Club: 12.45pm, RSL Park Street courts for enjoyable social tennis. All are welcome. 0428 825 480.

Saturday Art: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Pam 6885 1918.

Seventh-day Adventist Church: 9.30am, small group bible study (Sabbath School) and children’s/youth Sabbath School, and 11am, Divine Service. Cnr Cobra and Sterling Streets. dubbo.adventist.org.au

Western Plains Cultural Centre Smokescreen Film Season: FIRST Saturday of each month, 4pm, February to November.

Diary entries need to be 40 words or less, and are only for not-for-profit community groups . Placement will be at the editor’s discretion and subject to space availability – because Diary listings are free! Please include your daytime phone number and/or address when submitting details. Entries close 10am Tuesday for that Thursday’s edition.

Tickets $10, Season pass, $70.

SUNDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings (Steps and Traditions): 7pm (1.5hrs), ‘Steps and Traditions’ meeting, Dubbo Community Health, Palmer Street, Dubbo. Ph: Jack 0418 605 041, Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au for meeting information.

Australian Kite Flyers Society: SECOND Sunday of the month, 10am, Jubilee Oval. All welcome to come along and see how to build and fly modern (and old) kites. David 0476 223 342.

Bicycle User Group Social Ride: 9am, at Wahroonga Park. Mick 0437 136 169 or Sam 0429826076, dubbobug.org.au

Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam (DAMjam): SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm, Milestone Hotel, upstairs. All are welcome. Join us for this acoustic session with other musicians or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143. Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Street. 6884 4990.

Dubbo Anglican Church: 10am, Trinity Kids Sunday School and family Communion service.

Dubbo Baptist Church: 6pm, at 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight), during school terms. Come along and discover if church is still relevant in today’s world. Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320.

Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320.

Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road, 6882 0007.

Mindful Crafting for Adults: 12.3pm-2pm, crafting group learning new or improving existing crafting skills. Experienced and beginners. For the next session date, contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510.

Orana K9 Training Club INC: 9am daylight savings time, 10am, Eastern Standard, Katrina Gibbs Field Macleay St, Dubbo. New class intake is FIRST Sunday of each month, dogs MUST be vaccinated and certificate sighted at first class. Contact Reg Parker 0428 849 877, Dianne Acheson 0429 847 380 Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, Dubbo. Sundays only, 6887 3704.

Traditional Catholic Latin Mass –Rawsonville: SECOND Sunday of the month, 9am, Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial Hall, Rawsonville Road. 0429 920 842.

Transcendental Meditation (TM): Free introductory talks via www.tm.org.au. Maharishi Foundation Australia scientifically proven benefits of TM. Contact David 0424 252 834.

MONDAY

Alcoholics Anonymous (Daily Reflections Meeting): 12pm (1.5hrs), ‘Daily Reflections’ meeting, St Brigid’s Catholic Church meeting rooms, 198 Brisbane St, Dubbo. Please contact Jack 0418 605 041 or Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www. aa.org.au for information.

Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND Monday of the month, 5.30pm-6.30pm, St Brigid’s meeting room. The group will provide a platform for people passionate about human rights and social justice to discuss these issues and take positive action in their local

community. Contact Sandra Lindeman amnesty.dubbo@gmail.com or 0419 167 574.

Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990.

Australian Air Force Cadets: 6pm9.30pm, at Army Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18-year-olds prepared for a challenge and to undertake fun and rewarding activities. Come down to your local unit, 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron.

Dubbo Bridge Club: FOURTH Monday of the month, 10am-1pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 4.30pm onward, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church Street, Dubbo. Fun affordable dance class for girls and ladies, 4yrs and up, of all fitness levels. Email dubbocityphysie@live. com.au for information.

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo Multicultural Women’s Group: THIRD Monday of the month, 10am, St Brigid’s Meeting Room in Brisbane Street. Women of all backgrounds are invited. 1800 319 551.

Dubbo VIEW Club: The next lunch meeting will be on Monday, 20th February at the RSL, commencing at 11.30am

Guests are always most welcome. Enquiries please phone Beth on 0431-290-274, or 0419-827-557.

For bookings and cancellations please phone Beth before 10.00am, Friday 17th February. Macquarie Women’s Bowling Club Card

Afternoon: SECOND Monday of the month.

$7 per person, includes lucky door prizes and afternoon tea. Contact Rosslyn 6882 4989, 1300 222 222, www.aa.org.au for information.

Patchwork: 10am-3pm, at Dubbo Arts & Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra St, contact June 6882 4677.

RFDS Dubbo Support Group monthly meetings: FIRST Monday of the month (except Public Holidays), 5.00pm at RFDS Visitor Experience, 21 Judy Jakins Drive, Dubbo Airport. President Jeanette Hamilton 0429 673 366.

Rotary Club of Dubbo: 6pm-8pm, Westside Hotel, Whylandra Street, West Dubbo. Contact Lyn Wicks, 0428 342 374, Carla Pittman, 0418 294 438 or email dubborotaryclub@hotmail.com.

Sing Australia Dubbo Choir: 7pm-9pm, Bridge Club, Bultje Street. NO auditions, no requirements to read music and no singing experience necessary. Contact Michele Peak 0428 680 775.

Tai Chi 10 Form: 2.30pm-3.30pm during school terms at U3A, Community Arts Centre, WPCC, 76 Wingewarra Street Dubbo. Beginners are welcome. Laney 6882 4680 or laneyluk@gmail.com.

TUESDAY

Aboriginal Elders Walkabout Ministry Group: 9.30am - 2pm in Holy Trinity Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street

AllAbilitiesDanz: 9.45am, Dubbo RSL Club. Classes are low impact, work on heart health, flexibility, mobility, coordination and strength. Tracy 0416 010 748 for a free trial or to join the free class

Book Club: FIRST Tuesday of the month, 2pm, share, discuss and review books, or start your

own book club. Register your club with the library to access a wide range of book club titles to borrow, read, discuss and enjoy. For more information contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510 Croquet: 8.15am, Muller Park Tennis and Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome. Tricia 0428 876 204 or Margaret 0427 018 946

Dementia Sing Out Choir: 11am-12.30pm, David Palmer Centre at Old Lourdes Hospital site, entry on Cobbora Road. Lunch included, contact Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. Norm 6882 6081 or Bill 6882 9826.

Digital @ Dubbo: 10am to 1pm, Confused, worried, stumped or frustrated by the internet or tech? Book a free, 45-minute one-on-one session with our team who can assist with your technology queries. Contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510 Digital Skills for Seniors: Free one-on-one help to use your smartphone, tablet/iPad, or laptop. Need help going online or do you have some technology questions? Connecting Community Services, 31-33 Church Street. To make a booking, phone 1800 319 551.

Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 5pm onward, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Fun, affordable dance class for girls and ladies, 4yrs and up, of all fitness levels. Email dubbocityphysie@live.com.au for information.

Dubbo and District Computer Club: 7pm, Akela Place Hall, contact Daryl 0408 284 300.

Dubbo Chess Club: 7pm-9pm, at Dubbo RSL. Juniors welcome. Don 0431 460 584 or Sandy 0408 200 564

Dubbo City Ladies Probus Club: 2ND Tuesday of the month, 10am, February and March (AGM after March), Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close, Contact Annemieke Neville 0432305103 or Liz Lamble 0432369500. Dubbo Embroiderers: 9.30am - 3pm, SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month, (also see Saturday listing), Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park. All are welcome, Contact Ruth 0422 777 323. Dubbo Lions Club Inc: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 6.30pm, Club Dubbo. Reg 0407 491 302 or Hugh 0429 151 348

Dubbo Men’s Probus: FIRST Tuesday of every month, 11am, Masonic Hall, contact Bob Ellis 0428217752

Dubbo Prostate Support Group: 10am, Tuesday, February 7, Dubbo Memorial RSL Club, contact Elizabeth 0408 682 968

Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm, for 7.30pm, Dubbo RSL, contact Glen 0419 179 985 or Doreen 6882 6163

Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 1pm to 4pm, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Sts, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre, volunteers on site during these hours. Girls Brigade: During school term, 6pm to 8pm, Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy crafts, games, camps, stories, songs, cooking and much more. Julie 6882 4369 Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Thursday), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts, contact Ray 0437 541 942 Orana Physical Culture: 4pm onwards, starting with the 2-4 years Sparkles class in the Auditorium at St Mary’s Primary School. New members are always welcome. For other class times and information see the Orana Physical Culture Facebook page.

Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie: 12.30pm - 2pm, Westside Hotel, contact Peter McInnes

0417 140 149

Rotary Club of Dubbo South: 6pm, at

South Dubbo Tavern

Silver Craft: THIRD Tuesday of the month, 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Julie 6884 4919

Smart Recovery (Behaviour Change Support Group): 5pm, online or in person.

Contact Rob on 0417 497 187.

South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community

Men’s Shed: 9am to 12pm, Cnr of High and Palmer Streets. New members welcome

Storytime for children: 10.30am - 11am during school terms at Macquarie Regional Library, for children aged 3 to 5 and their families. Free session filled with stories, songs, rhymes and activities. To book visit www.mrl.nsw.gov.au

Toastmasters Club: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 7pm-9pm, Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St., Gain confidence in speaking and leading skills. There are club, area and district competitions to participate in. Sharon Allan 0408 156 015 or email sallan@rhdubbo.com.au

WEDNESDAY

Akela Playgroup: (also see Thursday listing), 10.30am, Scout Hall, 4 Akela Street, contact Sharna 0438 693 789.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: 7pm, (1.5hrs), ‘Topic’ meeting, St Brigid’s Catholic Church meeting rooms, 198 Brisbane Street, Dubbo, contact Jack 0418605041 or Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org. au, for information.

AllAbilitiesDanz: 10.30am, West Dubbo

Primary Community Centre. Kids, 0 to 5, an interactive class, music, props and movement. Gold coin donation per family.

Blood Cancer Support Group: FIRST Wednesday of each month, 10.30am-12pm, Venue changes each month. Louise or Emma 0412 706 785.

Brain Training: 2pm to 3.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Dubbo, puzzles and interactive games to improve memory, concentration and problem-solving skills. Spaces limited; bookings required. Contact 6801

4510

Breast Cancer Support Group: FOURTH

Wednesday of every month, 10am, Baptist Church, Palmer Street, Community Health

5853 2545

Bric-a-brac sale, weekly - South Dubbo

Veterans and Community Men’s Shed: 10am-12pm, Corner of Palmer and High Streets. Contact Barry on 0439 344 349

Coffee, Craft & Chat: FORTNIGHTLY, 10am-12pm, Gospel Chapel on Boundary Road. Contact Anne 0428 425 958.

CWA Dubbo Evening branch: FIRST Wednesday of the month, 7pm, 3 Frith Street. New members welcome. Contact Barb 0409 159 556.

CWA Narromine: SECOND Wednesday of the month, 5.30pm, USMC. New members are welcome. Contact Carolyn 0427747478.

CWA Terramungamine: SECOND

Wednesday of the month, 10am, Dubbo RSL Club. New members are most welcome.

Contact Barb 0427 251 121.

Dementia Friendship Group: SECOND

Wednesday of the month, 10am, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Creo Cafe (formerly The Outlook Cafe), Wingewarra St. Contact

Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Digital @ Dubbo: 2pm - 4pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Dubbo, Learn about video calls, online privacy and shopping, internet and technology questions, Free, 45-minute, one-on-one session. Contact 6801 4510

Digital Skills for Seniors: Free one-on-

one help to use your smartphone, tablet/ iPad, or laptop. Need help going online or do you have some technology questions?

Connecting Community Services, 31-33 Church Street. To make a booking, phone 1800 319 551.

Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage: 10am4pm, 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members available. Contact 6881 6410.

Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: THIRD

Wednesday of the month, 10am-3pm, Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft Shop, 137 Cobra Street. Visitors, new members are very welcome. Contact Judy 6882 5776.

Dubbo Bridge Club: 9.45am, for 10am1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324

Dubbo Community Garden: 9am-12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with others, learn more skills and grow friendships.

All are welcome. Contact Denise 0433 623

842 or Julie 0428 821 829

Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters

(DEVIOUS) group: 12pm to 1pm, FIRST

Wednesday of each month, Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Anyone interested in learning about EVs is welcome to join. Chris 0409 321 470.

Dubbo Garden Club: 10am, FIRST Wednesday of each month, Garden gatherings with morning tea. Contact, President, Annette Storer, 0429 828 882.

Dubbo Ratepayers and Residents

Association: 6.30pm, every SECOND

Wednesday of each month, RSL Coffee Shop. Jenny 6884 4214 or Merilyn 0458 035 323.

Dundullimal Dubbo Support Crew Inc: 10am, FOURTH Wednesday of each month, Dundullimal Homestead. We support the operations at the Homestead, guiding, tours, gardening, and helping in café. Fun, friendship, learn as you go! All are welcome. Contact 6884 9984 or dundullimal@nationaltrust.com.au

Gamblers Anonymous: 6pm, Baptist Church, Dubbo. Victor 0407 799 139.

Geurie Craft Group: 9am-2pm, Geurie Bowling Club. Everyone is welcome. Shirley 6887 1251

Line Dancing: 6.30pm to 9pm, David Palmer Centre, Cobbora Rd. Kathy 6888 5287 or Lynn 6888 5263.

Lodge Allan Stuart 416: SECOND

Wednesday of every month, Geurie Masonic Centre. Please email secretary@lodgeallanstuart416.org.au

Macquarie Intermediate Band: 6pm, during school terms, Band Hall, Boundary Rd. Players of all ages wanted for the concert band. Conservatorium 6884 6686 or info@macqcon.org.au or Dubbo District Band on 0422 194 059 or email at dubboband@gmail.com.

Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am-2pm, Number 1 Oval, Club house. $6 per day. Please bring your own lunch. Cards and games are played before lunch, after lunch is Bingo. New members welcome. Contact Jan Miller 0418 255 217 West Dubbo Rotary: 6pm, Club Dubbo, Whylandra Street West Dubbo. Wriggle and Rhyme and Storytime: 10.30am-11am, during school term, 0-5 years and families. Free. Movement, rhymes and stories. Bookings via www.mrl.nsw.gov.au

Zumba Kids: 4.15pm, West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. A FUN dynamic class that keeps young bodies active, for kids aged 5 to 12. Gold coin donation per family.

Great night’s riding for Wheelrace Round Four

ANOTHER great night of track-racing was enjoyed at Dubbo Cycle Club with Round Four of the Wheelrace Series.

Sponsored by Margaret Hazell – who sent her best wishes although she was unable to attend the meet in person – wheel-racing is a handicap event open to a wide range of riders of varying experience and abilities.

All the contenders for Tuesday’s meet warmed up, with the first event being a scratch race with all divisions actively watching each other to gauge how their opponents were travelling before the wheelrace.

Next up, was the cute little tiny tot Alphie, who thoroughly enjoyed his medal and getting used to the podium where he was most happy to be congratulated by the enthusiastic crowd.

In the junior wheelrace, it was from the middle section of the contest that William Tanswell set sail for the finish line, leaving behind a small group of middle-markers.

This group were themselves being pursued by the top scratch-markers, Cooper Farr and Sidney Pickering, but it was William who eventually took the flag. Second place went to Euan Billsborough with Scarlett Weeks in third,

In the Women’s event, the scratch marker Isabelle Russell had her work cut out by having to chase down a large margin to catch up with the front markers.

The danger came, however, from a well-organised middle group who, after the half-way mark, had seen Imogen Fuller catch them.

With just over half a lap to go, Makayla Fuller moved forward to take the lead and held on for a strong win with sister, Imogen, a very close second. In third place was Georgia Farr with scratch marker Russell fourth and Emily Hines grabbing fifth; making it an evening for the young ladies who worked very well together.

The men’s event had the scratch marker even further behind the absolute scratch mark in an effort to take some of the speed out of the chasing back-marker.

With the middle markers getting together and working well, Zac Fuller pulled out all stops and headed for the finish line to help his group.

It was Tim Hines however who, despite his 40-metre handicap, with Jason Farr managed to get up the front before the finish line, with the middle markers fighting it out

place with Ben O’Brien taking out third, Jason Billsborough grabbing fourth, and Harry Weeks bagging fifth place.

In the half-mile two-lapper, William Tanswell continued his winning run with another victory.

In the D-Grade, Bella Weeks took out the win and, in the C-Grade Jason Billsboruough was able to get first across the line. In combined A and B-Grade, Isabelle Russell also had a great win.

The final event of the evening was the longer scratch race, with Euan Billsborough taking out the win in the Juniors and, in Junior Division One, Cooper proved too strong

Ambience and weather; all aid a Sundee morning

Contributed by 'PISTOL PETE'

TWO things bowlers like – bowling in a social ambience, and bowling in weather that invites a great couple or so hours of a Sundee morning. That was the way it was last Sundee for the 36 that rolled up. The bowlers were subjected to a change of play, having to play a ‘turn-around’ style over 15 ends. This meant that each of the bowlers in the team were to play as a lead, second and skip for five ends.

This style of play produced some outstanding scores, all bowlers enjoying the different roles they needed to play.

for the challengers, timing his run to perfection.

Craig Granger took out D-Grade and in C-Grade Ben O’Brien was the victor. In the combined A and B-Grade race, Tim was the winner for A-Grade and Isabelle, who is in great form too, took out the B Grade. Racing continues each Tuesday night from 6.30 with the Club Championships due in the next fortnight and the NSW under-15, under-17, under-19 and Elite Track Championships also coming up. The Club looks forward to some great results with a great deal of preparation for the team this year.

Chris Strojny, John McKenzie and John Cole began their game well, but were soon trounced by Ray Strawhan, Pete Ruzans and Gordon Scott. The latter leading after 8 ends and were never headed to win a good game 18 to nine, nine ends to six.

It was meant to be a close game, but Gary Huggins, Ross Pharo and Matt Quill took a very early lead, and after the first “turnaround, they powered their way to a 13-shot lead after eight ends. Chris Castlehouse, Roger Sherwin, and Chris Crisante did better during the latter parts, but struggled to catch up, going down 11 shots to 22.

The only close game of the morning, Eric Satchell, Pete Bennison and Phil Knight struggled through the first eight thanks to the five and seven scored by Leo Balstad, Al Andriske and Trish Gosper, giving them a lead of nine. However, a six by the former kept them in the game, but fell three shots shy of a win, 18 to 21.

Scoring just a single, Ken Whittaker, Mel Giddings and Bryan O’Sullivan were getting a lesson as Julie Brown, Allan Stratford and Josh Andriske won seven of the first eight to lead by 12. They kept with the demolition during the second seven, scoring 15 shots to win 28 to five and 12 ends.

Not winning many ends, John Kennedy, Steve Kelly and Paul Goodstat were in awe as Helene Emblen, Ian Humphries and Karen Greenhalge showed their mastery to win 24 to eight and 12 ends.

Doc Livingston, Gaye Cottee and Roy Frost kept pace with Mary Perry, Ruby Stockings and Col Dover during the first eight ends, six shots each. The next seven ends not so good for the former, only winning two of the ends, allowing the latter to power their way to a comfy 17 to nine win.

The big winners of the morning were Julie, Allan and Josh with 35 points from Helene, Ian and Karen with 28 points.

A reminder, the Combo Bowls AGM will be held this Sundee after bowls to elect the committee for 2023.

The ladies worked well together in Round Four of Dubbo Cycle Club’s recent Wheelrace Series. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Another great night of track-racing at Dubbo Cycle Club with Round Four of the Wheelrace Series with the Junior winners celebrating

It was a tight race in the men’s event for Dubbo Cycle Club’s Fourth Round of the Wheelrace Series.

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