Dubbo Photo News 27.04.2023

This year Pink Angels celebrates 12 wonderful years as a well known and loved Dubbo charity. To celebrate the special occasion, the Angels will be walking on Mother’s Day in their ‘Walk with Angels’ event and encourage all of Dubbo to join in. The walk begins from Ollie Robbins Oval at 9.30am on Sunday, May 14. Tickets are available from 123TIX at $10 per adult and children are free. Pictured is founding Pink Angel Sue Gavenlock and current Pink Angel president Margo Green.

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KATE PIDDINGTON

Kate Piddington was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021. Whilst undergoing treatment, Dubbo’s Pink Angels charity helped Kate with practical support.

“Their help included gardening, providing food hampers and meals, special gifts for my two children, and financial support with fuel vouchers and funds for accommodation and flight assistance for my surgeries, not to mention the ongoing offer of help and assistance from start to finish,” Kate thankfully explained.

Kate is in awe of the Pink Angels and all that they provide for breast cancer patients. She congratulates them on 12 years as an amazing Dubbo charity.

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Where do you work? ARTT Advice Dubbo

When were you diagnosed with breast cancer? September 2021

What is your message to Dubbo women and men regarding breast cancer? If something doesn’t feel right, get it checked! I had no symptoms other than a lump which I honestly thought was just going to turn out to be a cyst. The earlier something is detected, the easier it will be to treat, and the higher the chance of survival.

What’s your greatest achievement? My two boys and graduating from University as a single mum!

Name your favourite Dubbo restaurant/café: Church Street Café and South Dubbo Tavern.

What’s your favourite recreational thing to do in Dubbo? Hanging out with friends and the kids; going to the zoo, movies, and Burrendong Dam in summer-time now that we own a boat. What’s on your bucket list to do this year? I’ve recently been to Western Australia to finally visit a close friend who I’ve been meaning to visit for the past ten years!

Who would you like to benefit from your fundraising activities? Anyone suffering from any form of cancer ideally. Some cancers really don’t get that much support or funding.

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You can help!

ARTT Advice will be holding a charity garage sale with all proceeds raised donated to Dubbo’s Pink Angels charity. The charity garage sale is planned for Saturday, May 6, starting at 8am.

Make sure you place this date aside for one of Dubbo’s biggest garage sales!

Donations of household items are being accepted. These items can be dropped at 92 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Any household item that you feel is a suitable garage sale item is most welcome to be received.

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By LYDIA PEDRANA

Gifted designer Kate Porter is the brains behind the stunning creative elements of the upcoming Mercedes Benz Queen of the West Ladies Race Day.

Happening next weekend, Ms Porter is responsible for the event’s cowboy chic theme, as well as the branding, design and creative vision for the event production.

She is just one of the Dubbo talents handpicked by the Dubbo Turf Club team to collaborate on the iconic race day.

“I was approached by Sam Fitzgerald as the General Manager of the Dubbo Turf Club earlier this year,” she told Dubbo Photo News

“Sam wanted to work with a selection of local businesses to create a team to plan and produce the inaugural ‘Queen of the West’ event and I am very fortunate to have been a part of that dynamic.

“I am most looking forward to seeing all the elements come together on the day; branding, design, marquee and people, as well as being able to dress up, sip a cheeky cocktail, and take in the atmosphere with the event team, friends and family.”

After studying a Bachelor of Business at university, Ms Porter spent about a decade working in the corporate world.

With an inherent eye for detail, she dabbled in design on the side for many years before taking the plunge and officially launching her own solo studio, Kate Porter Design, in 2021.

“I originally saw it [design] as very much a hobby and a creative outlet but realised with time that I can interweave design, property and people into a business rather than segment them,” she explained.

“I was working in Newcastle in property and projects within the rail industry and managing my design work after hours.

“Whilst I loved the greater team and direction in the company role, after a catalyst of events, I decided to make the bold move and resign to focus on my design business full time.

“It was a daunting and liberating decision and I knew I could always go back into the corporate world if things didn’t work out.”

Since she was young, Porter saw things differently, always taking note of the finer

details and observing colour palettes.

“I have always taken photos of everything that inspires me and like to rearrange objects, rooms and pieces a certain way,” she said.

“I used to do art lessons after school as a child and then as a major HSC subject. I now appreciate being creative in my work and finding the magic in the details.”

Under the Kate Porter Design umbrella, her versatile offering includes branding, stationery, wedding and marketing collateral, creative conception, styling, and photoshoot direction.

“My favourite projects are for commercial clients where I can create and execute a concept and understand the greater context of a design,” Ms Porter said.

“The strategy that comes with working with businesses and designing marketing collateral that is aesthetic yet considered is something I relish.

“I love working with others in bringing to life a concept or plan, projects like the upcoming Queen of the West marquee race event and photoshoots in their entirety –understanding the audience, objectives and organisation in order to best deliver.”

To date, she has been commissioned to work for various high-profile brands and personalities including well-known content creator Nadia Fairfax and Grey Goose vodka.

One of her favourite jobs to date was creating handwritten wedding stationery for global food and travel photographer, James Thompson.

“It was a simple brief but an honour to create something for James and his wife, table stationery featured at their wedding in Puglia, Italy.”

The MercedesBenz Dubbo Queen of the West Ladies Race Day is on next Saturday, May 6, at the Dubbo Turf Club.

Kate Porter is the local designer behind the Queen of the West Ladies Race Day branding and creative concept. Inset: One Ms Porter’s highlights to date was creating handwritten wedding collateral for a global food and travel photograph. Pictured is the menu. PHOTOS: NAT SALLOUM PHOTOGRAPHY.

Dubbo Biker Invasion Day Ride

This year’s Dubbo Motorbike Rally is cancelled but don’t be too disappointed, it’s been decided to combine the event with Dubbo’s Motorfest occurring in September at the Dubbo Showground.

In the meantime, Central West Riders SMC are still going ahead with a Dubbo Biker Invasion, Day Ride as many bikers will still be riding to Dubbo for the weekend.

By JENET STEWART

The event date is Saturday, May 6 and riders will kick off at 10am from Taronga Western Plains Zoo carpark. The zoo coffee shop will be open from 9am to grab your coffee before the ride. On the day, bike enthusiast will head to the historic gold mining town of Gulgong via Dunedoo. Lunch will be at the Centennial Hotel then back on the road to visit Goolma and finally onto Wongarbon where all

participants will gather at the Wongarbon Ploughman’s Rest Tavern around 3.30pm.

Organisers of the event will be taking orders on the day for t-shirts and patches to later be mailed out. T-shirts are $30 or $40 with postage. Ride patches are $10.

The Ploughman’s Rest Tavern will be providing live entertainment and drink

specials for riders. Also providing entertainment on the day from 8pm to midnight will be the Commercial Hotel in Dubbo.

For more information on the ride contact Darrel on 0466 048 916 or Ruth on 0429 695 350.

You can also follow the event on the Dubbo Biker Invasion Day Ride Facebook page.

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Local ram wins top prize

By LYDIA PEDRANA

Asix-tooth superfine wool

ram from the Bocoble Merino Stud in Eumungerie has taken out supreme Merino exhibit at the Sydney Royal Easter Show this year.

The almost three-year-old has 16.3-micron wool, weighs 140 kilograms and is known as ‘Jude’.

Kicking off his show career at Dubbo Show last year, Jude also took out supreme exhibit at the Great Southern Supreme Merino Show in Canberra in January.

Fifth generation wool grower and Bocoble Merino Stud owner, Malcolm Cox, had a hunch his sire was in with chance to

take out the big title.

“There are seven judges so you’re never 100 per cent convinced, but after his win in Canberra we were confident, although you never know what somebody else has got hiding at home,” he told Dubbo Photo News

“We always say… say you’ve got 10 sheep in a class, the top three will always be in the top three, doesn’t matter who judges them pretty much, but where they are in the order is completely up to the judges.”

The competition ran for three days over the Easter weekend, and Jude was picked as top ram out of circa

Electra recalls classical age of giants in American motoring

BY DAVID DIXON

The 1970 Buick Electra Limited was a perfect prestige example of US manufacturing — before the 1974 Oil Crisis and international competition from cheaper (and often better-manufactured) Japanese cars, began to eat into the market for classic American Iron.

Six-metres long (nearly 19-feet) and weighing more than two tonne, its

130 sheep.

“Judging can be pretty subjective, but basically they are looking at the make and shape and the way his body is built, and then the amount of wool and the quality of wool that is on that body,” Mr Cox explained.

Jude’s win comes as the Bocoble Merino Stud celebrates 130 years in business.

Starting out with a horn flock in 1893, a poll flock was added to the mix in 1988.

Mr Cox has been working on the stud full-time since the day he left school in 1984

and his son, Hayden, is following closely in his father’s footsteps.

After just under a year in showbiz, that’s it for award-winning ram Jude, who is now due to be shorn in the next week and his semen is now available.

fuel economy was a very thirsty 24.8L per 100km (or 11.4 miles per gallon!), and it generated more than 370 horse-power from its 7.5 litre engine with a basic, threespeed automatic transmission. Designed to compete against the prestigious German and English luxury cars then becoming popular in America, it featured electric win-

dows and electric seats with eight different settings. However, in an increasing nod to driver safety, which was then becoming an issue with more than 50,000 fatalities on the nation’s roads each year, it did feature unique double fighter pilot seatbelts, after “belting-up” had become compulsory in 1968.

Hayden Cox from Bocoble Merino Stud in Eumungerie with award-winning ram, Jude. PHOTO: SUPPLIED.

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By JENET STEWART

CARMEL Powyer is soon to retire from her beautiful Dubbo Christmas Shop.

Carmel’s not quite finished yet though, you’ll still be able to purchase all her

wonderful Christmas items online on her new and updated website at www.dubbochristmasshop.net.au.

“My family have told me it’s time to slow down. I’m looking forward to spending time with my husband and

doing some travelling. I can manage the online store from home,” Carmel said. Come May 2 the store will close its doors at 200 Fitzroy Street, Dubbo, but Carmel is more than happy to enjoy the next stage of her life.

some of her wonderful collection of Christmas items soon to be sold entirely.

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Puffin along with Betty

By JENET STEWART

BETTY Stroud grew up in Dubbo and spent the first 50 years of her life here, with local family connections going back to the 1870s.

She was initially a piano teacher, then opened a music shop called Betty’s Music in what is now The Grapevine Café in Brisbane Street, Dubbo.

and a oneday trek to Machu Picchu, through to leaving her passport behind in Afghanistan. She has also spent two hours with a puffin colony on Fair Isle, Scotland, and walked the last 115km of The Camino in Spain.

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Betty was a founding member of the Dubbo Eisteddfod Society and still continues her interest in this organisation as a Patron and Life Member.

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Wesley House Players also formed a big part of her life while she performed, directed, produced and designed costumes for many productions.

In 1995, a change of life beckoned, and Betty became a Uniting Church Minister, going on to serve in Cowra, Singleton, Parkes and Forbes. She retired to Orange in 2010 but continues to do locums from time to time.

Her new book, “Puffin Along With Betty: Going Solo From Afghanistan to Venice”, is the result of travelling to places far and wide.

When Betty was a child, her imagination was stirred by books containing pictures and stories of farflung places. Her sister Barbara’s tales of exploits whilst travelling overseas ignited her own desire to travel overseas.

She began travelling in the early 1970s, with her first few trips taking in parts of Australia.

In 1976 she embarked on an overland trip from Kathmandu to London which took her through places such as India, Afghanistan, Iran and Turkey.

In the ensuing years she has continued to travel – mostly on her own, but occasionally with sisters and friends.

“I find travelling solo to be a great way to travel, I meet lots more people, am able to go where I want and do what I want, and it forces me to rely on my ingenuity and imagination,” Betty told Dubbo Photo News

Betty was inspired to write a collection of stories – based on some of her travel experiences – by friends who appreciated her social media posts.

There are 22 chapters in all. These vary from accounts of experiencing wildlife in the Galapagos Islands,

Each story has been illustrated by Alan Robinson, a retired Uniting Church Minister, good friend, and author and illustrator of a number of children’s books. Betty’s hope is that people will both enjoy the book and be inspired to travel – either in reality, or vicariously.

Betty’s hope is that people will both enjoy the book and be inspired to travel – either in reality, or vicariously.

Excerpts from “Puffin Along With Betty”

 “My stomach gave a sickening lurch. I remembered with startling clarity; I hadn’t removed my money belt from under my pillow when I hurriedly packed my bag.

 “The large body was motionless, its neck and head sticking out sideways at a comical angle. For a moment its beady gaze met mine, until it quickly withdrew its head and sank to the ground with a slow, hissing sound. Magical!’

 “The bus went trundling off and I was left in pitch black. I had no clue which way was which.

“Puffin Along With Betty” is now available at The Book Connection in Macquarie Street, Dubbo.

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Dubbo Show’s Young Woman encourages others to take on the challenge

By LYDIA PEDRANA

AFTER flying the flag for the western region at Sydney’s Royal Easter Show, Maree Pobje is reflecting on her time as Dubbo Show’s 2022 Young Woman.

Grateful for the opportunities the program has afforded her, the 23-year-old hopes to encourage other young local women to follow the same path.

“You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by entering the competition,” she told Dubbo Photo News

“It’s far less about ‘winning’ as it is the opportunity you get to improve your confidence, meet incredible people and see the community from a different perspective. Always say ‘yes’ to a challenge.

“The doors this competition opens up for your career and personal development is not something you want to sleep on.”

Winning the Dubbo competition twice, once as teenage showgirl in 2017 and again in 2022, earlier this year Ms Pobje was selected as one of three out of 20 young ladies to represent the Zone 6 in Sydney.

She described her Royal Easter Show experiences as being “truly electric”.

“To be joining the Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) and AgShows NSW on their mission to bridge the gap between the

city and country and seeing the displays of some of the country’s finest primary producers was an absolute privilege,” she said.

“To have had the opportunity to make friendships for life and network with amazing women in the agriculture industry and the AgShows movement is something I will never forget.”

some stewarding, ribbon presentations and competed in the Young Farmer Challenge.

Ms Pobje said she owes everything she has gained from this opportunity to the Dubbo Show Society.

“With Dubbo being one of the only shows that hold a teenage showgirl and Young Woman Competition, this is where my interest in the movement started, and without it, I may not have explored what the program had to offer in later years.

“The confidence in myself, the ability to speak about my passions and advocate for rural individuals, and the networking opportunities that this journey has offered me is unmatched.

“The Dubbo Show Society Committee have backed me with unwavering support from day one, not only by attending my zone final in Orange and also attending the announcement in Sydney for me, but with continuous messages in the lead up of support and kind words.”

During her time in Sydney, the Young Woman cohort were presented with her State Finalist badge by Her Excellency the Governor of NSW Margaret Beasley, treated to a cruise of Sydney Harbour and attended several formal dinners.

They were also entrusted with

Returning home to her fiancé and their farm in Bobadah, Ms Pobje now has a September wedding to prepare for.

Professional, she plans to work alongside the Young Woman coordinator to rally more girls into competition, as well as continuing her career in the grain industry and advocating for women in agriculture.

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To have had the opportunity to make friendships for life and network with amazing women in the agriculture industry and the AgShows movement is something I will never forget.

Dubbo Show’s 2022 Young Woman, Maree Pobje, has recently returned from representing the western region at the Royal Easter Show. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Celebrating 12 years Celebrating 12 years

By JENET STEWART

It was 2009 and Dubbo Photo News had just launched their ‘Searching for 60’ campaign after then Sales Manager, Donna Falconer, was diagnosed with breast cancer. The campaign was searching for the 60 women in our region who, according to the statistics at the time, had breast cancer but didn’t know it as they hadn’t had a regular mammogram or a mammogram at all in their lives.

“My first contact was with our local BreastScreen promotions officer who shared some sobering statistics. On any given day in a city the size of Dubbo, 60 women would be going about their daily routines blissfully unaware of the cancer lying in wait in their breasts. Left unchecked, that cancer would most likely kill them. Sixty women were out their wandering around the streets of my home town with time bombs in their chests and they couldn’t hear the ticking,” says an excerpt from the book “My Time” written by Jen Cowley about Donna Falconer’s breast cancer journey.

The Searching for 60 campaign caused one of the biggest ever spikes in mammogram bookings through BreastScreen, even more than Kylie Minogue had provoked as she too had just re-

vealed her breast cancer diagnosis at the time.

After Donna’s treatment for Stage 3 breast cancer, she gathered a few friends and work colleagues to discuss her idea of creating a charity.

“My plan for care, help and support of breast cancer patients in our region became a reality after two years of planning and discussions with our local Breast Care Nurses,” Donna said.

The Pink Angels Inc. organisation was finally launched in April 2011.

Since 2011, Pink Angels has grown in numbers and now has a wonderful band of women and men who provide ongoing support for breast cancer patients in Dubbo and the surrounding region.

Pink Angels offers practical solutions for patients including assistance with housekeeping, yard maintenance, accommodation, meals, and transport costs, just to name a few.

Throughout the years Pink Angels has provided this assistance to thousands of men and women and its members are proud to say this charity is 100 per cent local, and all funds raised and donations received are guaranteed to stay in the local

Over the years there have been many extremely

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To celebrate Youth Week 2023, Dubbo Regional Council Youth Council partnered with stakeholders to host the 2023 Youth Week Event at Dubbo’s No 3 Oval. Throughout the day an estimated 2,000 people enjoyed craft and games, free sausage sandwiches, fairy floss, a Bungee Run, Oz Tag and live music.

Interested in an affordable but unique travel opportunity to Japan? Dubbo Regional Council is now accepting applications for the 2023 Sister City Exchange Program.

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Young Archie Dubbo competition is still calling for entries, with children aged 5-18 invited to enter a portrait of a person who is special or someone who plays a significant role in their life.

You’ll always find a Pink Angel helping out at the Macquarie Mud Run.

Pink Angels all dressed up for their Classic Mother’s Day walk.

The Pink Angels team

Pink Angels with Brenda Moon from Regional Bank Australia after receiving a most generous donation at their annual presentation evening.

Pink Angels pictured with Paul Weightman from Cromwell Property Group.

Donna Falconer as she appeared in Dubbo Photo News with the ‘Searching for 60’ campaign back in 2009.

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generous donations made to Pink Angels. Without the continued support of the Dubbo and surrounding communities, volunteers and the many fundraising events Pink Angels members have been involved in, the charity would not have been the success it is today.

Pink Angels has benefited from donations and sponsorship from Golden West Holden, Cromwell Group, Western Plains Automotive, Rotary Club of Dubbo South, Regional Australia Bank and many more. These major donations have assisted in the purchase of a SOZO machine to Dr Brenda Svensson at Lourdes Hospital. The machine is used to measure and deliver a precise snapshot of fluid status and tissue composition as well as the L-DEX score to aid in the assessment of secondary, cancer-related lymphoedema.

An L-Dex machine was also donated to Dubbo breast care nurses.

The L-Dex machine uses bio-impedance to measure the volume of lymph fluid in an affected arm and can detect lymphoedema before the patient notices.

Other items purchased include specialised digital surgical scales to Dubbo Base Hospital and nu-

merous lymphoedema sleeves and breast bands to Dr Brenda Svensson at Lourdes Hospital.

“We have just recently agreed to contribute $20,000 to the Dubbo Private Hospital which will be used towards the purchase of a new Sentinel Node Navigation console,” Pink Angel president Margo Green said.

This year, Pink Angels celebrates 12 years as a Dubbo charity, an amazing achievement from very humble beginnings.

To make this occasion even more special, the Pink Angels will be conducting a ‘Walk with Angels’ event on Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 14. The walk begins at Ollie Robbins Oval at 9.30am but make sure you arrive early. There will be a coffee van, sausage sizzle, cupcakes and ice cream van and loads of Pink Angel merchandise for all to enjoy.

If you think you’d like to join the Pink Angels group and give something back to your community, the group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm, upstairs in the Dubbo RSL Club in Brisbane Street.

New members are always welcome!

And remember, ‘If you seek an angel with an open heart you will always find one.’

About ABBY

Meet Abby, a passionate florist and the owner of a newly opened studio in town. She has always been drawn to creating beautiful things, and flowers have always been her medium of choice. Her values of transparency, quality, and creativity shine through in everything she does, especially when it comes to bringing an event to life.

Abby believes in being transparent with her customers, ensuring that they are aware of every aspect of the process, from the pricing of the flowers to the design and arrangement of the final product.

She values quality above everything else and works tirelessly to source the best flowers and materials for her creations. She also prioritizes creativity and always strives to bring a unique and personal touch to every event she works on.

With her expertise in floral design and her commitment to providing excellent service, Abby is excited to bring her passion to the community and create unforgettable moments for her customers.

Photos contributed By PINK ANGELS, DUBBO PHOTO NEWS, JENET STEWART

Pink Angels donation of a SOZO lymphoedema machine to Dr Brenda Svennson at Lourdes Hospital.

The current Pink Angel committee members.

Running a fundraising barbecue at Bunnings with all hands on deck.

Fundraising event with Pink Angels.

Pink Angels with Golden West Holden principal Danny Russell. Over a period of three years the Holden Dealership (under the leadership of Danny Russell) held events which resulted in Pink Angels receiving approximately $50,000.

Donna with Dubbo’s two breast care nurses, Margie Collins and Vanessa Hyland. With the original Pink Angels care packs for breast cancer patients.

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Sweet sounds, Daddy-O, as Sydney Con Jazz and Sax ensembles visit

HAVE a love of classical jazz, and want to hear and learn from the best new talent that the State has to offer?

A series of free concerts, as well as accompanying workshops featuring young musicians from Sydney Conservatorium’s Jazz and Saxophone Orchestras, is coming here early next month.

Macquarie Conservatorium is hosting the tour to both Wellington and Dubbo by these two outstanding ensembles that is being held as part of The Con's schools outreach program for 2023.

A total of 30 of the finest young classical saxophone and jazz musicians – led by Sydney Conservatorium lecturers Michael Duke and David Theak – will interact with local students in workshops and also present concerts for primary and secondary school students in Wellington and Dubbo on Tuesday, May 2.

Their visit to the region culminates in a free public concert at the Macquarie Conservatorium on the Tuesday evening from 7pm.

“Macquarie Conservatorium is thrilled to host this visit by Sydney Conservatorium to our region,” director Vivienne Winther said.

“It will be a very busy day, packed full of events," she added.

The concert, she said, was

only the culmination of the visit aimed at reaching out to as many young local musicians as possible.

“We’ve organised visits by the ensembles to some of the many schools where Macquarie Conservatorium teachers deliver weekly music programs," Ms Winther said,

"The chance to see and hear these brilliant young musicians perform live in concert will be very inspiring to the primary students,” she added.

First stop on the schedule is a concert by both Sydney Conservatorium ensembles at Wellington Public School. Then in Dubbo, the Saxophone Orchestra will give two more school concerts at Dubbo Public School and at

Orana Heights Public School.

Meanwhile, the Jazz Orchestra will give a concert and run a workshop for secondary students at Dubbo College South Campus.

Another workshop with the Jazz Orchestra will be held later in the afternoon at Macquarie Conservatorium for the youth and adult musicians of Macquarie Conservatorium’s own Big Band.

The final event will be a free public concert starting at 7pm, featuring performances by both Sydney Conservatorium ensembles. Also performing at this concert is Macquarie Conservatorium’s own Big Band, led by brass teacher and trumpeter Malcolm Liddell.

“The chance to learn from the Sydney Conservatorium

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Sydney Conservatorium of Music's Jazz Orchestra is coming to Wellington and Dubbo for concerts and workshops.

lecturers who lead these ensembles and then play alongside these visiting tertiary music students is a great opportunity for our local students,” Mr Liddell said.

“The Sydney Conservatorium students in these two ensembles are among the best emerging musicians in the country, so we are really fortunate to have them performing here in Dubbo at Macquarie Conservatorium as part of their regional tour.”

The free concert by Sydney Conservatorium’s Jazz Orchestra and Saxophone Orchestra will be at the Macquarie Conservatorium, Dubbo on Tuesday, May 2, from 7pm but, with seating limited, patrons are urged to not be late!

Apr 28: Jay Leno, former US TV host, 73. Jimmy Barnes, Working Class Man, 67. Greg Combet, politician-unionist, 65. John Daly, golfer, 57. Richard Fromberg , tennis player, 53. Penelope Cruz , actress, 49. Jessica Alba , actress-businessperson, 42. Milo? Degenek , Aussie soccer player, 29. Ellie Carpenter, soccer player, 23. Apr 29: Max Cullen, Wellington-born actor, 83. Phillip Noyce, film director, 73. Jerry Seinfeld, US comedian, 68. Daniel Day-Lewis, British actor, 66. Eve Plumb, Jan in The Brady Bunch, 65. Michelle Pfeiff er, US actress, 64. Andre Agassi, tennis player, 52. Uma Thurman, US actress, 52. Craig Gower, league and union player, 45. James Faulkner, cricketer, 33. Katherine Langford, actress, 27.

Apr 30: Willie Nelson, US country singer, 90. Paul Jennings, children’s book writer, 80. Jane Campion, New Zealand film director, 69. Ian Healy, cricket commentator, 59. Kirsten Dunst , US actress, 41. Nikki Webster, starred in the 2000 Sydney Olympics ceremony, 36.

May 1: Judy Collins, US singer, 84. Rita Coolidge, US singer, 78. Joanna Lumley, English actress, 77. Tim McGraw, US country singer, 56. Stuart Appleby, golfer, 52. Kellie Crawford, former Hi-5 member, 49. Simon Tedeschi, classical pianist, 42. Caitlin Stasey Neighbours actress, 33.

May 2: Engelbert Humperdinck , British singer, 87. Bianca Jagger, Nicaraguan actor, 78. Lou Gramm, US singer of Foreigner, 73. Duncan Gay, former NSW politician, 73. Donatella Versace, Italian fashion designer, 68. Brian Lara , West Indies cricketer, 54. David Beckham English footballer, 48. Katie Noonan, singer, 46. Lily Allen, English singer-songwriter, 38. Feleti Mateo, footy player, 38. Emily Hart, US actress, 37.

May 3: Frankie Valli, US singer, 89. Christopher Cross US singer, 72. Ben Elton, British comedian, 64. Christina Hendricks, US actress, 48. Phil Jaques, cricketer, 44.

235 Army Cadet Unit, Dubbo

235 Army Cadet Unit is part of the ADF Cadets and is the leading youth development organisation in Australia. Our cadets are given a military like experience, this includes drill for ANZAC day and other ceremonies that take place in our communities. We also offer adventure training, annual camps and sporting activities throughout the year. Our cadets follow the Australian Army Values and traditions. We take on cadets from 13-17 years of age. They are offered progression during their enrolment in the program. This program installs pride and self worth in our youth.

The unit holds parade on a Wednesday night during the school term from 1745-2045h. You can enrol by going to www.armycadets.gov.au

Jimmy Barnes

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LESS-PUNISHING schedule for 2024 Toyota Tour de OROC, organisers say

Love cycling, and want to help one of our great charities?

Rotary Club of Dubbo South recently launched their planning committee for the iconic Toyota Tour de OROC event, with some major changes for next year's iteration.

Since its inception in 2013, the Tour de OROC has raised more than $660,000 for Macquarie Home Stay, which provides accommodation for families of patients at Dubbo Hospital, with the club eager to continue this legacy of community support.

Tentatively set-down for March/early April 2024, organisers are also looking at making the Tour less-punishing on those involved, especially the cyclists, Tour founder Mathew Dickerson said.

"Having assigned positions and sorted out the date, we're

Heidi Hillier’s unique show FLUTTER on this week as part of Fringe fest

DESCRIBED as a “unique comic and performative artist”, Heidi Hillier is bringing her show to Dubbo as part of the Dubbo Fringe fest this week.

Her brand new, late night cabaret show, FLUTTER, is on from Thursday to Sunday at local venues and has been described as "brilliant", "so funny" and "empowering”.

Heidi is a physical theatre artist who has spent the past 15 years mastering her circus skills in hoop, whip and rope, and presenting her work on the burlesque, new vaudeville, variety circuit in Australia and overseas.

Her artistic practice is visually powerful, subversive and cheeky.

Recently she has been acquiring new skills in bespoke couture trickery and magic with the help of Adam Mada, Australia’s most sought-after magic consultant.

Heidi is a regionally-based artist who lives and works in the Illawarra and has toured her educational show to regional areas for many years.

The FLUTTER description says: "Ivy Amore, heartbreaker and international woman of mystery, is on tour and looking for LOVE.

going to change the concept and reduce the distance that the riders have to complete each day," Mr Dickerson said.

"It had previously been about 1100 to 1200km over six days, but after having ridden up to 220km in a day, the cyclists were getting into town at about 6pm, and only wanted a shower, a meal, and a sleep," he added.

The aim with next year's event, he said, is to allow visiting cyclists to experience more of the beautiful towns and villages of the Orana Region on a route that is normally a giant loop starting at Dubbo.

"Many of our riders are from Sydney and the Coast, and they simply don't get the chance to see and experience our communities," he said.

"We're going to reduce the distance cycled each day,

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down to about 120 to 130km. This will allow them to get into town at about 1pm, so participants get to see a bit more of the town," he added.

Part of the appeal of the Tour, he said, was in highlighting the friendly hospitality of communities in the region.

"We change the route every single time. In general, it's through the Orana region in a big circle around Dubbo that includes towns like Wellington, Mudgee, Bourke, Walgett and Brewarrina," he said.

"We start in one place and have a morning tea and lunch at one town, and then a big meal at night at another town," he said. "This change to a shorter event was made after consultations with these communities."

Stepping down as Chair-

person of the bi-annual race, Mr Dickerson is staying on the Committee, but won't be a driving force behind next year's event, he warned.

"Our new Chairman is Ben O'Brien who was on the Committee for last year's event, which had been held over from 2021," Mr Dickerson said.

"I'm on the Committee, but told them that, as mayor with my other responsibilities, I may not be able to do that much," he added.

Pushing the event back to next year would allow time for the extensive organising of the event by its volunteers committee, to be better managed, while giving a breather to financial supporters who are also key to its success.

"We had three logical dates, and decided to push it back

The Rotary Club of Dubbo South recently launched their planning committee for the next running of the Toyota Tour de OROC event.

so it wasn't too soon… after last year's event, which was originally planned for 2021," he explained.

"To thoroughly plan an event of this size, it takes six months or more to ensure it is well planned and organised," he added.

Holding the event every second year, rather than annually, was a key to its success, he believes.

"It's designed to be a bi-annual Tour, though originally it was a one-off event," Mr Dickerson said.

"Feedback from previous participants has been that it is one of the best-organised charity cycling events in the nation, and to achieve that, it takes months of planning with a willing and keen committee," he concluded.

"Working undercover as a circus cabaret artist, Ivy can fool most people, especially herself when it comes to the art of connection.

"But that doesn’t stop her from staying true to her mission. In her pursuit of true LOVE, she seduces with mysterious rings and spinning hoops, thrills with whip cracks, and charms with witty one-liners, but when the truth threatens to kill the romance… she’s as ruthless on stage as she is undercover!

“Throw the dice, grab a date, buy that ticket, and come on out to see."

Her performances run today (Thursday, April 27) at the Dubbo RSL Theatrette, tomorrow (Friday, April 28) at the Western Plains Cultural Centre, Saturday, April 29, at the Dubbo RSL Theatrette, and on Sunday, April 30, also at the Dubbo RSL Theatrette. Tickets are $25 and can be booked at www.bushfringes. com.au/dubbo/#artists

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

From a humble home office to more than 10,000 ears

By LYDIA PEDRANA

AS well as working as a fifth-generation sheep farmer, Dubbo man Jack Cresswell is forging a successful career as a podcaster.

Based on his family’s sheep stud on the outskirts of Dubbo, the 29-year-old records an episode of the Farms Advice podcast every week from his home office before publishing it on all major streaming platforms including Spotify and Youtube.

The podcast first began almost three years ago during the coronavirus lockdowns, and to date, Mr Cresswell has recorded more than 180 episodes and gets about 10,000 downloads monthly.

On a mission to transform traditional agriculture into the digital world, the podcast covers everything from scaling an agribusiness to new technology in the market.

“Farms Advice is going great – we have a growing audience who has become more engaged as we break down the barriers it takes to succeed

on farm,” Mr Cresswell told Dubbo Photo News

“It’s highly rewarding talking and connecting the ideas and technology to farmers who otherwise wouldn’t have found out about it without the episode. I want to improve the oneto three-person teams that currently make up the majority of farms in Australia.

“The late nights are worth it if it impacts just one farmer.”

After completing Year 12 at St John’s College in 2011, Mr Cresswell studied a Bachelor of Agriculture with marketing management major at the University of New England in Armidale.

Following graduation in 2016, he did a three-year stint in London working in marketing before moving back to Dubbo to manage the family’s Annalara White Dorper Stud.

This year, Mr Cresswell was recognised for his passion and dedication to advancing rural industries and named as one of EvokeAg’s Future Young Leaders.

One of the major drawcards of

podcasting is that it can be done from literally anywhere.

“I have published episodes from Spain, the United Kingdom, and Dubbo, and they were all about farming in Australia. We’re more connected than you think,” he said.

“It’s not everyone’s cup of tea but for those looking for information whilst not losing time on-farm, it’s so powerful.”

To anyone considering dabbling in the podcast space, Mr Cresswell has offered a helping hand.

“If you see someone with a podcast in your area and think it’s too busy, it’s definitely not,” he explained.

“You can put your spin on it and it’s the best way to gain some ears from the cities to come out regional, or even for others to see how we use technology to our advantage.

“I’d be happy to help any new podcaster hit the ground running.”

For more about Farms Advice, visit www.farmsadvice.com.au or search Farms Advice on Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Acast or Youtube.

Above: Mr Cresswell records one episode a week from his humble home offices and gets more than 10,000 monthly downloads.

Top: Farmer and podcaster Jack Cresswell started the Farms Advice podcast almost three years ago and has now published more than 180 episodes.

With jobs aplenty, look locally for training, RDA head says

UNIVERSITY no longer has to be the preferred pathway to a high-paying and satisfying career, with jobs and training aplenty in the region, the head of a major government advisory economic group in the Central West believes.

Regional Development Australia, Orana CEO, Megan Dixon, said that the tight labour market has created a number of advantages and opportunities for apprenticeships and traineeships, versus a university pathway.

She added that, in the current tight labour market, small and medium-sized local companies must create a great workplace culture to retain and benefit from the skills and talent of their employees.

“More than 400 job roles were advertised across the region during March 2023,” Ms Dixon said.

“Industries in this region that are desperately looking for workers include government, hospitality, construction, agricul-

ture, manufacturing, resources, education and health. Roles ranged from labourers, retail and supermarket assistants, through to digital media and GP specialists – every industry is looking for workers,” she added.

She said that the challenge for employers in the region includes strong competition for workers, meaning bosses have to be creative in seeking the workers they want.

“An employer really needs to consider how they can position themselves ahead of everyone else so that a worker chooses to work for them.

“Wages and conditions are just a small part of what makes an employee happy. The culture of an organisation is also important,” she explained.

Workplace culture refers to the environment that you create for your employees. It plays a powerful role in determining their work satisfaction, relationships and progression.

“It is the mix of your organisation’s lead-

# DUBBO JOBS COUNTER 505

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

OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK

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We are looking for an Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) to maintain, adjust and repair electronic equipment such as business machines, video and audio equipment, and electronic instruments and control systems, and transmit and receive radio messages.

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ership, values, traditions, beliefs, interactions, behaviours and attitudes that contribute to the emotional and relational environment of your workplace. These factors are generally unspoken and unwritten rules that help to form bonds between your colleagues.

“For the 12,000 small business owners in our region, workplace culture is particularly important as it can have a significant impact on the success of their business,” she said.

They do this by attracting and retaining talent, increasing productivity through a positive workplace culture, through clear and effective communication and workplace culture, enhancing customer experience through quality customer service, supporting innovation and creativity through a strong workplace culture, and fostering a positive reputation using workplace culture to shape a small business’ reputation in the community.

RDA Orana CEO Megan Dixon.

“Workplace culture is essential to the success of a small business… small business owners who prioritise creating a positive and supportive workplace culture are more likely to see their business thrive in the long-term,” Ms Dixon said.

“By fostering a culture that values employees, supports innovation, and promotes effective communication, small business owners can create a foundation for success that benefits everyone involved,” she concluded.

LOVE YOUR WORK

Jessica Herbert

Where do you work and how long have you been there? SJ Shooter Real Estate, about 10 months now

What is your current role?

Leasing Consultant

What gives you something to smile about at your work? I love working with the team and bouncing ideas off each other, and I love when I get to see the results of our hard work pay off in the smiles of others.

How does your job challenge you? Every day is different, there’s always something happening that makes you think outside the box.

What’s been the most embarrassing/funny moment at work? Accidentally calling the wrong person.

If you could replace your boss for a day with a celebrity, who would it be and why? Noel Fielding –because it would be funny.

When you were a child, what did you dream of growing up to be?

Something in Biology.

Do you think robots or AI could ever replace your job? I think AI and automation could develop to assist my role, but human connection can never be replaced.

What’s something you can’t leave home without

(that isn’t your phone)?

My car keys.

What are you listening to a lot at the moment?

‘More’ by Sam Ryder

What’s one thing most people don’t know about you? I enjoy paintball.

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ANZAC 2023

Acclaimed violinist tours Dubbo for show and masterclass

One of Australia’s finest string musicians is performing in Dubbo alongside his quartet this Saturday evening.

Appearing as part of the Macquarie Conservatorium’s 2023 concert series, violinist Kristian Winther and the Alma Moodie Quartet will play pieces by acclaimed composers Haydn, Ligeti and Tchaikowsky.

The 38-year-old instrumentalist’s love for music began as a young child, and after school he studied at the prestigious Australian National Academy of Music in Melbourne.

While he has dabbled in orchestral music, chamber music and even the drums, now Mr Winther’s main focus is on the vast world of the string quartet.

“My love for music changes over time,” he told Dubbo Photo News

“It’s very difficult to put into words. Of course, I love it a great deal, but I don’t

By LYDIA PEDRANA

like to analyse that. Generally, much to do with music eludes written description anyway.”

His impressive career has seen him perform as a soloist in concertos with major orchestras in Australia, New Zealand and Europe, and he has been a guest concertmaster of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and Australian Chamber Orchestra Collective.

He also won first prize at the Banff International String Quartet Competition when he was the violinist in the TinAlley String Quartet.

But despite these major achievements, Mr Winther said “often it’s the smallest, most unexpected concerts which are the ones I remember, and not playing in prestigious halls with famous people”.

“The best thing is discovering the people who are really fun to play with, who you click with musically, and enjoying the

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journey with those people.”

The Alma Moodie Quartet was formed 2021 and, with Mr Winther as the leader, he’s joined by violinist Anna Da Silva Chen, violist Dana Lee, and cellist Thomas Marlin, all of whom have impressive musical resumes and a wealth of performance experience.

Named to honour an internationally significant Australian violinist of the 1930s and ‘40s, the Alma Moodie Quartet is committed to invigorating the classics and exploring new works.

This weekend, audiences can expect a “wildly diverse” program from the group.

“Starting with the grandfather of the string quartet, Haydn, we then skip forward 170 years to Ligeti’s 2nd String Quartet. Ligeti’s music is perhaps most famous for its central role in several films of Stanley Kubrick, “2001” and “Eyes Wide Shut”. His second quartet is perhaps the most

difficult piece in existence for a string quartet to play – I’ve waited ten years to perform it.

“We will also play Tchaikovsky’s epic final string quartet, and Webern’s Six Bagatelles; six short pieces which altogether only last five minutes. They are like small galaxies compressed into tiny terrariums.

“The whole program is high energy stuff and very exciting. I never present anything that I don’t believe I can make an audience love.”

As well as the performing on Saturday, April 29, at 5.30pm at the Conservatorium, the artists will also run a free masterclass for local string students of all levels on Friday, April 28.

Tickets to the show are available on 123tix.com.au, and those interested in the masterclass are required to reg- ister at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ macqcon_string_mclass_april_2023

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A fun guide to decorating your child’s bedroom

Decorating a child’s bedroom can be a fun and exciting project for both you and your child. It’s a chance to get creative, think outside the box, and create a space that your child will love and enjoy spending time in. Here are some tips and tricks to help you decorate a child’s bedroom.

GET YOUR CHILD INVOLVED

The first step in decorating your child’s bedroom is to get your child involved in the process. Ask your child about their favourite colours, themes, and characters. You want to create a space that reflects your child’s personality and interests, so it’s important to get their input.

CHOOSE A THEME

Once you have an idea of your child’s interests, it’s time to choose a theme. Whether it’s a favourite animal, sport, or hobby, a theme will help you focus your decorating eff orts and create a cohesive look. There are plenty of premade themes available to purchase, but you can also create your own theme by choosing coordinating colours and patterns.

ADD POPS OF COLOUR

A child’s bedroom should be fun and colourful. Don’t be afraid to add pops of colour throughout the room. You can do this by painting an accent wall, adding colourful bedding or curtains, or incorporating colourful accessories like pillows, rugs, and wall art.

INCORPORATE FUN STORAGE SOLUTIONS

Kids have a lot of stu ff, so it’s important to have plenty of storage in their bedroom. But just because it’s functional doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. Look for unique storage solutions like colourful baskets, bins, and shelves that can double as decor.

MIX AND MATCH PATTERNS

Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns in your child’s bedroom. This can create a

fun and playful look. Just be sure to choose patterns that complement each other and don’t clash. You can mix patterns on bedding, curtains, pillows, and even on the walls.

CREATE A COSY READING NOOK

Reading is an important part of childhood, so it’s important to create a cosy reading nook in your child’s bedroom. This can be as simple as a comfortable chair or bean bag and a bookshelf filled with their favourite books.

ADD A TOUCH OF WHIMSY

Kids love whimsy, so don’t be afraid to add a touch of it to their bedroom. This can be as simple as hanging fairy lights or a canopy over their bed, or as elaborate as creating a treehouse-inspired bunk bed.

PERSONALISE THE SPACE

Finally, don’t forget to personalise the space. Add photos, artwork, and mementos that reflect your child’s personality and

interests. This will make the space feel more special and unique to your child.

Yes, decorating a child’s bedroom should be a fun and creative process. Get your child involved, choose a theme, add pops of colour, incorporate fun storage solutions, mix and match patterns, create a cosy reading nook, add a touch of whimsy, and personalise the space.

With these tips, you’ll be able to create a space that your child will love and enjoy spending time in.

Capturing rainwater for home use gains traction

As water scarcity becomes an increasingly important issue in Australia, many residents are turning to rainwater harvesting systems to supplement their household water supply.

This growing trend is driven by a combination of environmental concerns, government incentives, and the desire to reduce reliance on the public water

government has implemented several rebate programs to encourage homeowners to invest in rainwater harvesting systems.

These incentives, combined with advances in technology, have made the installation of rainwater tanks and related infrastructure more affordable and accessible for Australian households.

approach. The government encourages households to consider installing rainwater tanks.

Rainwater harvesting systems typically consist of a catchment surface, such as a roof, gutters, and downpipes, connected to a storage tank. The collected rainwater can then be used for non-potable purposes, such as flushing toilets, watering gardens, and

for more advanced filtration systems, which allow the harvested rainwater to be used for drinking and cooking.

Apart from the economic benefits, rainwater harvesting has a significant positive impact on the environment. By reducing reliance on the public water supply, households contribute to a decrease in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions associated with water treatment and distribution. The practice also helps to reduce stormwater runoff, which can lead to ooding, and water pollution.

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Breathe new life into much-loved furniture

Do you want to give your home interior a new look but your budget doesn’t allow for replacing all your furniture too?

There actually isn’t any need to go to that extreme while you have local experts servicing the region like Kooltrend who can breath new life into the look and feel of your favourite furniture.

Located at 98 Erskine Street, Kooltrend owner Steve McCauley has 40 years of experience in furniture upholstery.

“Reupholstering older furniture can save you money in the long run. If you’ve got a piece that’s been made to last in the first place, it’s probably going to see you through another generation or two, at least, so its worth giving it a facelift,” Steve says.

“Maybe the fabric is a bit outdated or its worn from long years of use but it’s well worth reupholstering a solid piece of furniture rather than wasting money

on mass produced products that lack quality and need replacing in just a few years.”

Reupholstering allows you to redesign older furniture using new fabric, patterns and styles so they perfectly match the improvements you have in mind for your home.

Kooltrend also offers custom made curtains, blinds, shutters and awnings to match your lifestyle.

“Our most popular product are sheer curtains made with s-fold and a block out lining behind on a tubeslider,” Steve says.

After lockdown is over you’ll find Steve travelling the Central West for appointments made to suit his clients offering a large range of fabrics for roman blinds, timber venetians, vertical and Holland blinds, awnings, plantation shutters, curtain tracks, decorative rods and so much more. For friendly service and support contact Steve McCauley at Kooltrend on 6882 5790.

THINKING OF SELLING?

Welcome to the Orana Property Market Real Estate Guide, a locally produced and independent real estate resource for the Orana region.

Whether you’re a real estate agent, a buyer, seller, landlord, tenant, or a supplier to the property market sector, you’ll find valuable updates, property listings, rental availability; advice, case studies and much, much more, to help get informed for your next local, urban, rural, residential, commercial or land purchase, investment, sale or lease.

Orana Property Market Real Estate Guide is incredibly fortunate to be circulated as part of the locally produced and owned, independent newspaper, Dubbo Photo News.

Known as the Orana region’s most widely read and loved community news resource, its existing readership of 30,000 locals live in Wellington, Narromine, Gilgandra, Trangie, Cobar, Nyngan, Peak Hill plus the villages in between, and beyond.

Museum opens at new location

By COLIN ROUSE

THE old Police Station is now the new site for the Wellington Museum. Photo News joined happy locals who attended the new location's official opening.

Mayor Mathew Dickerson, Barbara Preston, Richard Ivey and Michael Conn

Far right: Emily Falson, Alicia Rodriguez and Joanne Johnston

Truck brakes lock and trailer catches fire

By COLIN ROUSE

AN EARLY morning explosion was heard in Wellington during the week, caused when a truck travelling through town apparently had brake issues. The truck was saved from the fire that broke out, but unfortunately the trailer was completely destroyed in the unfortunate accident.

Terry Melhuish, Michael Conn, Karen Melhuish, Rachael Melhuish, Doug Bost and Patricia BostTracey Parker, Camella Berckelman and Lisa Thomas

Right:

Simone Taylor, Mariam Abboud and Rebecca WalkerMelissa and Jillian CoxMike Augee

Kirsten Parkes, Jess Redfern and Imogen Inder

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up to Dubbo Printing Works as you move towards a new stage of life. You have served Dubbo wonderfully for many decades! Your shop was always filled with many treasures and presented beautifully. You’ll be missed. We wish you well.

Thumbs up to the lovely police officer who came to my assistance when I hurt my hand at Aldi on the 19th. Your help in covering my wound was much appreciated.

Thumbs up to Sally and Brett at Dubbo Photo News for going above and beyond to assist with placing an In Memoriam notice to honour my much beloved wife and producing a beautifully designed tribute.

Thumbs up to Jake at Officeworks Dubbo for all your help and assistance on Saturday. Much appreciated.

Thumbs up to all the mums, dads and carers for surviving the school holidays. Another big thumbs up to all the teachers and support staff heading back for Term 2, you do an amazing job.

Thumbs up to the gentleman who helped my elderly husband unload his trailer full of rubbish (dirt, etc) at the tip on Sunday morning. Your kindness is greatly appreciated, and it certainly restores my faith in help when we need it! Thank you.

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 Send your Thumbs Up via email to photos@dubbophotonews.com.au, mail to Level 1, 178 Macquarie Street Dubbo NSW 2830, or phone 6885 4433.

MARLENE’S 90 YEAR CELEBRATION

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MARLENE Baker celebrated her 90th birthday on April 6 at Orana Gardens with her son Phillip, and daughter Kerrie. Marlene has been a Dubbo resident for all of her 90 years and along with her husband, Colin, thrived on their rural property, ‘Trealmont’ just outside of Dubbo.

Marlene has been involved with the CWA, a member of the Wacky Women of Wambangalang where she enjoyed creat-

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ing patchwork quilts and making dozens and dozens of scones for their quilt shows and created many wonderful friendships along the way. Marlene loves music and has played the piano for sing alongs at Orana Gardens for the residents. She now enjoys the sing along today as a resident.

Pictured: 90 Year old Marlene Baker celebrating her birthday with daughter Kerrie and son Phillip at Orana Gardens, Dubbo.

Legacy BBQ a real hit with locals

Dubbo's 1/19 RNSWR Army Reserves lined up for a big BBQ at Bunnings last weekend. The team sold over 400 sausages, some 150 cans of drink and received $400 in donations from the sale of Legacy bears, pens and key rings. Overall the boys raised $1471.08 for Legacy which was a fabulous achievement. Community engagement was also at a high with lots of enquiries. Locals were genuinely interested in the Army Reserves and the work they carry out in our community. Some of the Reserves group are also veterans. Pictured from left to right are James Ryan, Kurt

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Davenport, Mark Ryan ,Brett Tolhurst, Matthew Stewart, Warwick Campbell and Fabian Bruce.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS - JENET STEWART

Here comes the bride

By KEN SMITH

“Unveiling the Shape of the Vintage Bride” presented an incredible exhibition of bridal fash-ions from 1860 to 1960 at Dundullimal Homestead Dubbo. There were also guest speakers on both Saturday and Sunday, April 15 and 16.

It was a fascinating look at over 100 years of bridal styles at the most perfect venue.

Dundullimal volunteer Betty (back) with Mona Johnstone and Barbara Capel

Lynn-Maree Dunn with a vintage 1920s wedding dress and holding a 1920s Flapper Veil

Margaret Beer and Pam Fennell, with a ‘Paul Stephens Dubbo Dressmaker’ creation

John and Adorie Tink. John’s brown suit which still fits him is pure wool. Adorie’s gown is wool crepe, and was made locally by Marge O’Shannessy. John and Adorie were married at St Andrews Dubbo in August 1973

Lynn-Maree Dunn, Louise Martell with a classic 1870-1880 Bustle CageAlways plenty of smiles, some of the Dundullimal Homestead volunteers

Penny Inder, Amelia Hibberd, Melissa James and Barbara Rush

Susan Noonan with John and Margaret Kelly

Wordfind

Drop Down

No. 081

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.

YOUR STARS

ARIES: At work, your presence of mind and attention to detail will allow you to come up with concrete and well-thought-out solutions following an unexpected situation. Solidifying your commitment and renewing your love will be top of mind in your relationship.

TAURUS: You may struggle with communication this week. You’ll get a raise that helps ease your financial worries. In romance, the small details and thoughtful gestures make all the difference.

GEMINI: Allergy season is in full swing, and you may feel under the weather. Eat a healthy diet to minimise your symptoms. This will also help reduce any other discomfort, like heartburn caused by stress.

CANCER: You may be told about a birth or a change of residence among your relatives. You’ll carefully consider selling your home if your children have moved out.

LEO: You won’t be able to sit idly by when you see injustice. You’ll try to correct the situation by ac tively getting involved. Affection is an integral part of a healthy relationship.

VIRGO: Your friends will influence you to go shopping. You’ll treat yourself to a therapeutic or relaxing treatment that improves your health and vitality.

LIBRA: You’ve invested much time in a long-term project, and concrete results are taking shape. At work or elsewhere, you’ll have to manage a conflict. A couple’s getaway is on the horizon.

SCORPIO: Rest is essential to maintaining good health. You must unwind and relax before doing anything else. It’s also an excellent time to review, correct and improve your time management skills.

SAGITTARIUS: You’ll expand your customer base and social circle. Professionally or within your group of friends, you’ll be responsible for organising an event that brings together people you like.

CAPRICORN: You’ll bring to life a business or family project. For example, you’ll find the means to buy a proper ty or start your own business.

AQUARIUS: You’ll take the time to plan a trip for your nex t holiday. You may also use the next few months to sign up for a training course that helps advance your career.

PISCES: It’s an excellent time to reflect on what you like and dislike. You’ll weigh the pros and cons at length to make decisions that are right for you.

Crossmath

1 What sea lies between Australia and New Zealand?

2 Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?

3 True or false: traditionally, marshmallows are not vegan?

4 Which video games studio developed RPG Cyberpunk 2077?

5 Jodie Comer (pictured) plays which character on UK spy series Killing Eve?

6 Which of the following YouTube channels has the most subscribers: Taylor Swift, Mr Beast, Dude Perfect or 5-Minute Crafts?

7 Sunflower Seeds (2010), Coca-Cola Vase (2014) and Forever Bicycles (2017) are sculptural works by which Chinese artist?

8 What is the smallest whale species still living?

9 What was the debut novel of sci-fi author William Gibson, released in 1984?

10 Flädle (pancake soup) is a traditional dish from which country?

Quick Crossword ACROSS

1 Travelling bag (8)

5 Brought about (6)

10 Riverside embankment (5)

11 Pleasure (9)

12 Climb (6)

13 16th US president (7)

14 Those who believe in social change (8)

15 Latin name of England (arch) (6)

18 Family members (6)

20 Practise (8)

21 Exchanging something for money (7)

24 Library-goer (6)

27 State of existing in reality (9)

28 Rough woollen cloth (5)

29 Christian festival (6)

30 Swedish telecommunications company (8)

Edgeword

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

DOWN

1 Condiment (4)

2 Incapable of being seen (9)

3 Greek island (5)

4 Plan (8)

6 City in southern France (7)

7 To deal with (3,2)

8 Release (9)

9 Gem (4)

14 Painting of the countryside (9)

16 Bulkiness (9)

17 One who exposes another (8)

19 Territory ruled by an Islamic monarch (7)

22 Waterlily (5)

23 Profit (4)

25 Mesoamerican culture (5)

26 Biblical garden (4)

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”.

CUPPA COMICS

by Tony Lopes

OUT ON A LIMB

by Gary Kopervas

THE

by Jeff Pickering

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

TIME WARP

Dubbo’s first electrical power station

Dubbo Powerhouse in Brisbane Street will be 100 years old next year.

It had a short lifespan as a power generator – only 20 years – but it is a key part of our city’s historical growth.

power station was built for the Dubbo Lighting Company by Wallace and McGee in 1924.

The powerhouse was built adjacent to the Dubbo Gas Works on the northern side of the railway line between Brisbane and Darling streets.

Access to the precinct was Street.

In the leadup to building the powerhouse, the Dubbo Lighting Company purchased the gas works to guarantee fuel supply

for the electricity plant’s powerhouse was initially used for street lighting in the CBD and was gradually made available for homes and businesses.

streetlight was switched on by the Dubbo mayoress

Mrs J. B. Macdonald in a formal ceremony on the evening of Friday, February 27, 1925.

The Dubbo powerhouse generators remained in operation until Wednesday, August 23, 1944, when the mayoress

generators and switched the town over to bulk energy transmission from the NSW Government Railways plant at Lithgow.

The near-century-old Dubbo powerhouse building is now part of Ben Furney Flour Mills.

Dubbo Power House circa 1920s.

Photo: Macquarie Regional Library

Contributed by Steve Hodder

Dubbo Powerhouse as it stands today – Ben Furney Flour Mills.

Photo: Steve Hodder

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Learning Meditation for Health and Wellbeing: Starts Wednesday May 3, 10am to 11:30am Buninyong Community Centre (Next to Buninyong Public School) Myall St Dubbo.

Monthly meditation instruction and practice run by Monastics from Wellington Buddhist Centre.

COMING SOON

Talbragar CWA Meeting: Saturday May 5, 2pm, CWA Hall, 45L Boothenba Road, Dubbo. Report from April fundraising. Contact Ronda on 68885231

Ladies Luncheon: Saturday, May 6, 12 Noon at ‘Kan Sushi & Poke’ Dubbo, Japanese restaurant, ground floor, Quest Hotel, Bultje Street. Contact Bev 6884 5401.

Geurie Lions Club Market Day: Saturday, April 29, 8.30am, 60 store holders, Wise Park Mitchell Highway, Geurie

THURSDAY

Above Board Gamers: SECOND and FOURTH

Thursday of the month, 6pm, upstairs at the Devil’s Hollow Brewery, contact Alan 0432 278 235.

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

Badminton: 7.30pm-9.30pm, Delroy High School

Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo, $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.

Book Club: THIRD Thursday of the month. 6pm. 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 tomorrow, read, discuss and enjoy. For more information contact Dubbo Library, 6801 4510.

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

Croquet: 8.45am, Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome.

Play starts at 9am Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

Kate 0409 927 140 or Lillian 0429 471 921.

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, enquires to Liz 0401 174 883.

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

Digital @ Dubbo: 10am to 12pm, Macquarie Regional Library, 45-minute session for your internet or technology questions, FREE, bookings essential, 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 questions? Connecting Community Services, 31-33 Church Street. To make a booking, phone 1800 319 551.

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. Further Information Barb 0427251121 Dubbo Nepalese Christian Fellowship: 6.308pm. 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: For information about future gatherings 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. 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.

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), 11.30am-1.30pm, 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:12:30p.m. Paramount Tennis Club courts for enjoyable social tennis. All welcome 0437824743

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

Talbragar CWA: For information about meetings please contact Ronda on 68885231 or Linda on 68827351.

Transition Dubbo Food + Film Night: For information about future events, contact to Peter 0439 091 767

Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: Thousands of good quality preloved books, CDs

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.

and DVDs, now also Jigsaw Puzzles! Open every Saturday 10am to 2pm in the Western Gallery opposite Cameron Park.

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: 6pm-9.30pm, 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.

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: 8.45am, Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. New players of all ages are welcome. Play starts at 9:00am Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Kate 0409 927 140 or Lillian 0429 471 921.

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 12pm, 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: Meet on the second Tuesday of each month in the Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close at 10am contact Annemieke Neville 0432305103.

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. PO Box 285 Dubbo, Lois on 0428288325 or dubbolionsinc@gmail.com.

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

Dubbo Prostate Support Group: For information about future meetings, 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 0428 821 829

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: 12.30pm2pm, 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.

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.

Ballroom Dancing: Wednesday 7:309:30pm $10. Wesley Hall Cnr of Carrington

Avenue & Church Street Dubbo. Enquiries

Graham Woods 0447 885 603

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.

CWA Wellington Branch: Second Wednesday of the Month, 10:30 a.m., Wellington CWA Rooms, Warne St, Wellington. New Members are welcome.

Contact Marion on 0429033836

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-onone help to use your smartphone, tablet/ iPad, or laptop. Need help going online or do you have some 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

$10,500*

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

Learning Meditation for Health and Wellbeing: FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, starts Wednesday May 3, 10am to 11:30am Buninyong Community Centre (Next to Buninyong Public School) Myall St Dubbo. Join us for monthly meditation instruction and practice run by Monastics from Wellington Buddhist Centre.

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.

Waluwin Bunji Tenpin Bowling

Program: Social tenpin bowls for aboriginal people aged 40 and over. Subsidised rate, only $10 per week; includes morning tea, a T-shirt and great company! Call Campbell @ Connecting Community Services on 1800 319 551.

Wriggle and Rhyme and Storytime: 10.30am-11am, during school term, 0-5 years and families. Free. Movement, rhymes and stories.

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.

Basketballers top a great season in "All Stars" at Academy Games

By GEOFF MANN

Claire said it was an exciting week for the team and their tive pools in the competition.

Claire says the the girls dominated the Illawarra Academy team in the grand final, to win by 35

“The boys team had a hard fought final against a very physical Southern Academy before go-

“All three boys, being bottom-age players, did an amazing

This was not the end of their success, with further honours,

coming the way of the players.

“To top-off an awesome tournament, five of our players were selected as part of the ‘All Stars’ team…

“Cohen Weir, Tully Pickering, Jazzy Gordon, Kiara McKeown, and Millie Sutcliffe have been dedicating a lot of time and effort chasing their dreams, and their selections are evidence of their success,” Claire beamed.

“Dubbo Basketball is extremely proud of the achievements of all

our players and coaches.” Academy Boys – Sam Bynon-Hargreaves, Max Morton, Cohen Weir

 Assistant Coaches – Scott Holmes, Chr ystal O'Brien

 WRAS Manager – Cath Raidaveta

 Academy Girls – Tully Pickering, Ja zzy Gordon, Cyarah Hargraves, Clancy Toshack, Taylah Mongan, Kiara McKeown, Millie Sutcliffe

 Coach – Claire Bynon

 Assistant Coach – Lara Winterton

Tennis Academy serves an ace with coach Brad signed to Paramount

CREATING opportunities for the next generation tennis players has seen the Paramount Tennis Club welcoming new club coach, local tennis star Brad Williams.

With a wealth of tennis knowledge as a coach and player, Brad is also the coaching director at the newly-formed Dubbo Tennis Academy, designed to build play-

“We are ecstatic to have someone with Brad’s resume on board as our coach and look forward to a long and enduring partnership with him,” Paramount Tennis Club president Andrew Kier-

“Brad got into tennis coaching at a young age, and has coached

at some of the best clubs both in Australia and overseas. We consider ourselves very fortunate to have him select us as a club he wishes to be the coach at.

“You just have to look at the honour board at the club to see how much of a legend Brad has been while playing here, and we look forward to seeing what he and his team can do with our junior players especially, as well as our adult players, as the coach in the years ahead.” Brad is also excited about returning to coaching, as the Director of Coaching with the Dubbo Tennis Academy, and being more heavily involved at a club he is very passionate about.

“The Paramount Tennis Club has been great to me as a player, my kids and family over the years, and being the coach is something that has held appeal over a long period of time,” Williams said.

“It’s fortuitous timing for me that this opportunity has presented itself and I look forward to taking it with both hands, helping to grow the game of tennis through coaching in the years to come.” Both the Paramount Tennis Club and Williams thank outgoing coaches, Matt and Finn Edwards, who have been not only highly-valued coaches over the past eight years, but also became friends to many at the club and in the Dubbo community.

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Dubbo boys are Scott Holmes, Sam Bynon-Hargreaves, Cohen Weir (in the front row), and Max Morton (far back)

Back, Claire Bynon, Lara Winterton, Cath Raidaveta, Kiara McKeown, Tayla Mongan, Tully Pickering, Millie Sutcliffe, front, Joe Bynon, Mae Bynon, Cyarah Hargraves, Clancy Toshack, Jazzy Gordon

New coaching initiative for local tennis: Paramount Tennis Club secretary Mandy Wells, president Andrew Kierath, and coaching director Brad Williams at the official contract signing between the Paramount Tennis Club and the Dubbo Tennis Academy. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Dubbo first NSW harness racing club to go LED with new lights

MORE and better night events can now be held at Dubbo Showground following an electrical upgrade that allowed for the local Harness Racing Club to be the first in NSW to install LED track lighting.

Dubbo Harness Racing president John Lew said that it was a recent upgrade to the underground cabling for the electricity supply that gave the club the confidence to improve the lighting at the track.

“These lights are the ‘Rolls Royce’ of lights and make Dubbo the first Harness Racing Club in NSW to install LED track lighting, which was only possible following the underground work and State Government grant that was completed first,” Mr Lew said.

“It improves visibility, there is next to no warm-up time, and it increases efficiency and availability of the replacement lights,” he added.

Dubbo mayor Mathew Dickerson said that the upgrade –that included new LED lighting installed on the eastern side of the harness racing track – was part of Council’s commitment to renewing ageing infrastructure across the local government area.

“This upgrade ensures the community has access to the facilities well into the future,” Cr Dickerson said.

“While better lighting assists in helping us to attract more events and gives organ-

Swanettes claim Skinner Cup with tight win

isations the confidence we have quality infrastructure in place when it comes to hosting their events,” he added.

Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders noted that the previous NSW Government had assisted with the electrical upgrade, by providing $168,276 from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund.

“The Dubbo Showground is one of our region’s most iconic landmarks, however the old track and arena lighting was no longer fit for purpose,” Mr Saunders said.

“The upgrade provides user groups such as Dubbo Harness Racing Club and Dubbo Show Society certainty around evening events, while also enhancing safety at the showground,” he added.

Mr Lew said the works saw the installation of 40 track lights on 20 poles around three-quarters of the Dubbo Showground Paceway, with the works undertaken by JLE Group and supplied by Musco Lighting Australia.

The earlier ground work included the removal of redundant cabling and light fittings and installation of new cabling, conduits, a switchboard and a fuse panel. Those works were undertaken in 2022.

The Dubbo Harness Racing Organisation has also put forward $302,225 to purchase new lights to connect with the underground upgrades.

ner Challenge Cup.

The Dunedoo girls have been a powerful force in the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League Tag for a number of years, and on Saturday the squad was all smiles when they downed Narromine in the final of the annual knockout.

It was the perfect start to the Centenary season for the Swannettes, who took the League Tag premiership from Baradine in a classic grand final at Gilgandra a couple of years ago. They served notice they will be right in the mix for premiership honours again, after accounting for Binnaway 14 to 4 in the preliminary round and Cobar Roosters 26-0 in their semi final.

The pride in the eyes of coach Jack Guan and his team was obvious. With their victory, they had earned the Jessica Skinner Challenge Cup, a trophy named to honour a Trangie local who played in, coached, and represented the Castlereagh League in Tag and Tackle.

Jess, who is now an elite coach with the NRL and Australian Rugby League Academy and travelled to England with the Australian Jillaroos last season. Her trophy will be on a par with the time-honoured Boronia Cup played for by the men in Group 14, and now Castlereagh League.

In a sporting irony, the Swanette’s hold the Cup on their home ground, their first defence will be when they

host Narromine at Dunedoo in Round

The Youth League round robin that was also played at Coonamble on Saturday saw the Narromine Jets take home the Shield after they were undefeated in all their games. It capped-off a very positive pre-season for the Jets, who made the finals of both the Men’s Senior and Women's knock-outs.

Preliminary rounds:

 Narromine 30 d Gilgandra 0, Coonamble and Baradine drew 10 all (Coonamble advanced due to being the first scorer), Dunedoo 14 defeated Binnaway 4, Cobar bye.

Consolation rounds:

 Baradine 24 d Gilgandra 4; Cobar 12 d Binnaway 8

Consolation final:

 Cobar 8 defeated Baradine 4. Knockout semi-finals:

 Narromine 6 d Coonamble 4; Dunedoo 26 d Cobar 0

The Sundee Bowler: Newcomer Mick Sparke leads team to fi rst-up win

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

ANOTHER nice morning and another good attendance – 36 bowlers on the greens, with 14 regulars involved in other pursuits.

In what may have been a bit of luck, newcomer Mick Sparke led Julie Brown and Kevin Scott to a six-shot win over Greg Brown, Allan Stratford, and Trish Gosper. The runners-up in the game probably felt robbed, after taking a two-shot lead into the break, they extended to five at the 13th, and felt like winners.

Then Mick and his new partners hammered a five of their

own on the 14th and followed it up with another five on the 15th, to take the lead and added a single on the last to clinch the game 18 to 12.

On a nearby rink, it took a while for Ron McCauley, Cheryl Storch, and Mel Giddings, to get going, against Di Hildebrandt, Vicki Hummel, and Pete Ruzans, whose consistency saw them win six of the first eight ends.

However, in a stunning turnaround, ends seven and eight belonged to Ron, Cheryl, and Mel, who carded back-to-back fours to claim the lead. four on each.

The trio went on with it scoring more multiple shots, including a

"big six" on the 14th to secure an incredible 23–8 victory.

The Scott brothers also went head to head on another green – Gordon with John McKenzie and Ken Whittaker – as Greg teamed-up with Frank Armstrong and Frank Bartlett. Greg had the early bragging rights after a six on the third and a four on the next, but Gordon’s team hungon taking five of the first eight and adding regulars on the way home, but the early haul by Greg and the two Frank’s side, put paid to any chance of winning, going down 13 to 24.

Mary Perry, John Kennedy, and Ian Humphries also put Sue

McCauley, Daphne Dunbar, and Karen Greenhalge to the sword, scoring on six of the first eight for a seven shot lead. Sue and co then added seven of their own on the way home against three by the leaders, who held-on to win 18–13.

It may be considered unfair to score a "super seven" on the second end, and then add only one other sector to the scoresheet in the first half, but Chris Castlehouse, Kath Edwards, and Graham Ross tried hard.

Unfortunately it became problematic as Doc Livingston, Chris Strojny, and Eric Satchell tookover and raced on to win 27-7!

Kath Edwards was the perfect example of what Sundy Combo is all about, enjoying her return to the mat. Unfortunately Doc and his sidekicks, spoiled her welcome!

Terry Millar, Ros Joseph, and Ruby Stockings, also showed that they meant business when they opened with a triple and followed-up by winning another four ends to finish the first half with eight shots. Sue O’Dea, Leo Balstad, and Col Hume had five to their name, but couldn't hold their opponents who scored a 10 end to six win; 15 shots to 8. Winners – Doc Livingston, Chris Strojny, and Eric Satchell.

Jessica Skinner, after whom the Jessica Skinner Challenge Cup is named, with the Dunedoo team who were the inaugural winners of the knock-out shield. Back, Jess Skinner, Hayley Berg, Claire Bodiam, Maddie Cox, Lauren Sullivan, Annie Christensen, Mia Gallagher, Jorja Price, Laura Shanahan, Hayley Cox, front, Ceara Smith, Brianna Smith, Jack Guan (coach), Lexi Gallagher, Meg Christensen, Jed Gallagher PHOTO: PETER SHERWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

BIGROYCE’SWALK ROYCE’S

By KEN SMITH

THE LEGENDS at Kintyre Living Dubbo rolled out the welcome mat for League Legends Royce Simmons, Andrew Farrar and Brad Fittler at the start of Royce’s Big Walk

A very early start on April 18th needed a breakfast of champions and Team Kintyre Living met the challenge, sending the walkers and their support crew off in high spirits. Royce’s Big Walk, a 313 kilometre journey supporting Dementia Australia started in Dubbo and fi nishes in Bathurst on April 29 2023.

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Anne Gemmell (Sing Out Choir), Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Mathew Dickerson and Brad Fittler

Val Anderson, Sue and John Hodges, Sharyn Heydon, Noel Bennett and Maurice Tulich Ann Austin in go mode

Right: Andrew Farrar, Royce Simmons and Brad Fittler

Julie and Brian O’Sullivan with Malcolm and Hela Bryan

Bryan O’Sullivan and Andrew Farrar

Ray McPherson, Ron Weate and Neomi Mackie

Ben Galea (Baptist Care), Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Mathew Dickerson, Royce Simmons, Karim Beheram (Baptist Care) and Averil Gillham (Baptist Care)

Anne Gemmell (Sing Out Choir), Jenny Brown, Julie Walsh, Carol Wilcox and Neomi Mackie

Fractions of a second now count for Orana Swim Club meets

Sophie and Jade compete

Two of Dubbo’s young State-ranked young squash stars, Sophie Simpson (U/19s) and Jade Reynolds (U/15s), recently competed in the Australian Junior Championships in Melbourne.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Dubbo Duck Vets are flapping home for ANZAC Day

GEOFF MANN

TWENTY of the Dubbo Vets Swimming Club hit the water this week with plenty of healthy competition.

“Mr Consistent”, Roger Mackay, scored a couple of wins, sharing the 50-metres Freestyle with Glen Smith after timekeepers could not separate the two. Neil Harris, Norm Bahr, and Jack Allen, were close on their heels.

“The 50m result led to John Wherritt declaring, (tongue-in-cheek), that it was all done to the handicapping,” according to PO, Judy Walsh!

Roger also grabbed the points after Norm Bahr, Neil Harris, and David Sparkes, broke earlt in a hotly-contested final of the 50-metre Backstroke.

Norm redeemed himself in the final of the two x 25-metre Breaststroke Brace Relay, with his partner, Mal Cavanagh, who touched-out Peter Allen and David Sparkes.

Pete also showed plenty of determination in a great tussle with John Wherritt in the final of the 25-metre Breaststroke.

In elite sports, fractions of a second, can make all the difference, with Dubbo’s Orana Aquatic Swimming Club set to benefit from a new wireless electronic timing system that allows for higher-quality time-keeping for swimmers in the region.

PHOTO: SUPPLIED

IN elite sports, fractions of a second, can make all the difference

In good news for local water sports, Dubbo’s Orana Aquatic Swimming Club is set to benefit from a new wireless electronic timing system that will allow for higher-quality time-keeping for swimmers in the region.

The local club was recently granted $9950 to install the new Dolphin Wireless Timing System through the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grants Program.

Orana Aquatic Swimming coach Anthony Chapman said that the new equipment will make time-keeping easier for large meets

at the facility.

“It’s a fantastic addition to our club to have our very own electronic timing system, that will mean a higher-quality qualifying meet for swimmers in the Dubbo area,” he said.

“We want to continue to embrace technology to ensure our swimmers have the best facilities and opportunities out here,” Mr Chapman added.

Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders said, “The system is an exciting upgrade to for swimmers, that will improve local swimming facilities and will enhance new and existing events in the future.

Pete just touched him out on the pads, in what Wherro described as a handicapping error,” Judy laughed!

Henry Willcockson, Mia Uebergang, and Nicole Johnstone, swam very well in the Backstroke to push the men all the way.

This Sunday, is the Ducks AGM.

Albie, male Wolfhound X, $500 Tasman, male kitten $275

Desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, flea & worm treated Betts, male kitten $300 Mae, female kitten $275 Bess, female kitten $275

Electra, female Staffy $450 Europa, female Staffy $450 Titan, male Bull Terrier X $500

Raiders win many fans

By GEOFF MANN

THE 2023 Macquarie Raiders proved they are the real deal despite going down to Mudgee Dragons last Sunday.

Co-coaches Jack Kavanagh and Alex Ronayne have created a culture that embodies the famous blue guernsey and it was on display at Apex as both teams raced in tries, the sole points of separation came ironically in the opening minutes when Mudgee were awarded an 8-point try.

Both teams had players suffer what could be serious season-ending injuries, but the Raiders showcased plenty of depth.

Wellington, CYMS, Parkes and Mudgee are all unbeaten after the first two rounds of the Peter McDonald Cup.

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

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