Dubbo Photo News 18.05.2023

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Clunkers leaving Dubbo Sunday

BUNCHES of beat-up and gaudily-decorated old clunkers will be heading-off from Dubbo on Sunday – for a very good cause.

A total of 130 sponsored vintage vehicles are leaving from Ollie Robin’s Oval for the official start of the 2023 Variety NSW Bash; a key regional fundraising event for the Variety Children’s Charity.

In the theme of giving that embodies the event, its Sunday, May 21 launch, will include representatives from Tullamore Public School being on-hand to receive a grant of $24,000 to kick-start their funding for a food van for hospitality training in the district.

For those worried about dozens of dangerous jalopies tearing-up our roads in the central west, the event is not actually a race or rally, but more a leisurely drive through rural NSW with like-minded fundraisers, enjoying travelling to parts of Australia that they may not otherwise see.

Organisers say that It’s not just the loud outfits, eccentric characters, outrageous vehicles, and adventure that keeps NSW’s “Bashers” coming back year-after-year; it’s the children and families they meet on route, whose lives have taken a positive turn for the better, as a result of their generosity and fundraising efforts for Variety.

Now in its 31st year on the road, the Variety NSW Bash will inlcude more than 300 Bashers in 100 weird and wonderful cars set to visit 16 regional towns in NSW, culminating in a free family fun day for all in Newcastle on Saturday, May 27.

The colourful convoy this year will include nine NRL team themed cars, Team Tonka, Spongebob Squarepants, Toy Story Crocodile Dundee, Scooby Doo, Transformers, Shrek, Star Wars, Dark Lords, Minions, Trolls, the Flintstones, and Thomas the Tank Engine-themed vehicles.

The convoy will roll into 12 schools along the way delivering more than $80,000 in grants to meet each school’s wish list; ranging from a food van for hospitality training, chicken coop and chicken run, cubby house, sandpit, shade sail, netball & baseball tower and trikes to a 3D printer, podcast equipment, laptops, iPads, Lego, science apparatus and library refurbishment.

This cohort of cars, will start their seven-day 2160km journey from the gateway to the golden west, and then travel to Eugowra, Greenthorpe, Stockinbingal, Leeton, Conargo, Bunnaloo, Echuca, Lowesdale, Narrandera, Murrumburrah, Thirlmere, and St Marys, before returning to Newcastle’s Foreshore for the Variety Family Fun Day,

The grants of equipment, are an essential element of the Bash. Variety NSW/ACT CEO, David Small, explained. “One of the great things about Variety and the Bash,is donors and supporters get to see the money they’ve helped raise make a huge impact on kids and families across the State,” he said. “Through grants of equipment and programs, Variety’s Bashers see the lifelong impact they deliver through their fundraising,” he concluded.

Gaudilydecorated old clunkers will be heading-off from Dubbo on Sunday as 130 sponsored vintage vehicles leave from Ollie Robin’s Oval for the official start of the 2023 Variety NSW Bash.

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Where do you work? Orana Support Services. How long have you lived in Dubbo? 35 years. In my spare time Iike to… Play golf and visit the grandkids.

My favourite Dubbo eatery is… Fours Seas. My words of wisdom are… Trust yourself, believe in yourself.

What’s on your bucket list to do this year? Get married.

My favourite song is… Mercy, Elevation Worship. My lifelong dream is to… Have a loving family. What’s the best invention ever created? T.V.

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WHAT KIDS SAY

Henry Horsburgh

How old are you? 4 years old

What’s the latest you’ve ever stayed up? 16

What’s your favourite animal? A dolphin

How do you get wool off a sheep? By helping my Daddy

Can cow’s jump over the moon? No because they can’t jump higher than a rabbit

Who’s the most famous person you know? My Mummy and Daddy

Would you prefer to be a mermaid or a pirate? A Pirate

What’s the naughtiest thing you’ve ever done? Throw my teddy bears

Who do you love the most? My Mummy

The last chance to have your say on the Council’s 2023/24 Budget, Delivery Program and Operational Plan is fast approaching. The draft Budget, Delivery Program and Operational Plan can be viewed at yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au, with submissions welcome until 5pm, Monday 29 May 2023.

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Kicking-up a

with David Williams play coming to Dubbo stink

He’s kicking-up a stink, and he’s coming to Dubbo!

David Walliams’ award-winning book, Mr Stink, is being brought to life on stage at Dubbo Regional Theatre in late May.

The show starts as Chloe, just about the loneliest girl in the world, makes friends with Mr Stink, the local tramp. “Mr Stink stank. He also stunk. And if it was correct English to say he stinked, then he stinked as well…” so the story goes…

Sure he smells a bit, but he’s the only person who’s ever been nice to her. So, when Mr Stink needs a place to stay, Chloe decides to hide him in the garden shed.

Now Chloe’s got to make sure no-one finds out her secret, but she’s about to learn that some secrets, have a way of leading to disaster.

Speaking of secrets, there just might be more to Mr Stink than meets the eye… or the nose.

The team behind The Midnight Gang, The Gruffalo and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehous-

es return with this touching, twisted and hilarious and very smelly tale … so make sure to hold on to your nose!

This original Australian adaption, is aimed at children aged from six to 12 years and adults also, and is being performed on Wednesday, May 31 as part of the Theatre’s 2023 “Dare to Be Different Season”.

Manager of Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, Linda Christof, said the two school shows of the play, sold-out quickly. “School students are travelling from as far as Bourke 370km away, and Carinda 262km, to see this show,” Ms Christof said. “This demonstrates, that Dubbo Regional Theatre lives up to its name –  it unquestionably caters for audiences in regional and remote areas as well as within the local government footprint,” she added.

Tickets are on sale for the 6pm performance and can be booked on-line at: drtcc.com.au, by visiting the Box Office, or calling (02) 6801 4378.

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A bad smell... Mr Stink (John O’Hare) in David Walliams’ award-winning book, Mr Stink, which is coming to Dubbo Regional Theatre in late May. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

A musical concert inspired by unique objects of Australia's past

By LYDIA PEDRANA

ONE of Australia’s finest musical duos will grace the Macquarie Conservatorium stage with a unique concert later this month.

Acclaimed guitarists and brothers, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, will perform This is Us – A Musical Reflection of Australia to local audiences on Friday, May 26.

The entire concert, which features 18 original compositions, was inspired by objects from the National Museum of Australia which include a 65,000 year old ochre of the Madjebebe rock shelter; a convict love token relating the experience of transportation; the anchor from Matthew Flinders’ HMS Investigator; a spear point fashioned by Aboriginal people from glass; a preserved specimen of a whole skinned thylacine; Sir Donald Bradman’s cricket bat; and the prototype Holden motorcar that began the car manufacturing industry in Australia.

Produced as a nod to Australia’s diverse and complex past, the Grigoryan Brothers will take audiences on a journey through the country’s history. “We chose objects

that represent some of our First Nations’ history, as well as colonisation, migration, innovation and stories of love and loss. We were deeply moved by all of them,” they said. “The objects and music take us from the deep past of early Indigenous Australians to the making of contemporary Australian society.” Director of Macquarie Convervatorium, Vivienne Winther, is excited to have the Grigoryan Brothers play live in

Dubbo. “They are so popular, and this concert is a very unique show that audiences will love,” she said. “It will be a very personal and moving performance, giving people lots to think about.” Composed during the COVID-19 lockdowns while living in different states, This is Us is the first time the four-time ARIA award-winning brothers will perform an entire program of original works.

They will deliver the con-

cert on a variety of acoustic and electric guitars and several ukuleles and incorporate elements of classical, jazz and contemporary music.

Local guitar students will also have the opportunity to meet and learn from the musical masters at a masterclass hosted at the Macquarie Conservatorium on Friday, May 26.

 Tickets to the concert are available via: www.123tix.com.au/ events/macquarieconservatorium

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

May 18: Miriam Margolyes, British-Australian actress, 82. Richard Clapton, singer, 74. Chow Yun-Fat, Hong Kong actor, 68. Yannick Noah, French tennis player, 63. Mimi Macpherson, environmentalist, 56. Troy CassarDaley, country singer, 54. Tim Horan, rugby union player, 53. Tina Fey, US writer/actress, 53. Jack Johnson, US singer, 48. Hamish Macdonald, TV presenter, 42. Jessica Watson, solo sailor, 30.

May 19: Pete Townshend, British rock singer of The Who, 78. David Helfgott, concert pianist, 76. Grace Jones, Jamaican-born singer-actress, 71. Phil Rudd, former drummer for AC/DC, 69. James Reyne, Australian Crawl singer, 66. Jodi Picoult, US writer, 57. Claudia Karvan, actress, 51. Andrew Johns, footy player, 49. Erin Phillips, AFL and basketball player, 38. Lily Cole English model, 35. Danielle Macdonald, actress, 32. Brenna Harding , actress, 28.

May 20: Cher, US actress-singer, 77. Tan Le, entrepreneur, 46. Stirling Mortlock , rugby union player, 46. Mark Winterbottom, racing driver, 42. Cate Campbell , swimmer, 31. Georgie Stone, actress, 23.

May 21: Leo Sayer, British-born singer, 75. Joe Camilleri, singer of The Black Sorrows, 75. Jonathan Hyde, actor, 75. Mister T, US actor, 71. Brett Tucker, McLeod’s Daughters actor, 51. Anthony Mundine, boxer, 48. Gotye, musician, 43.

May 22: John Flanagan, author, 79. Bob Katter, federal politician, 78. Iva Davies, Icehouse singer, 68. Gary Sweet, actor, 66. Naomi Campbell, English model, 53. Erin McNaught, TV presenter, 41. Novak Djokovic, Serbian tennis player, 36.

May 23: Joan Collins, English actress, 90. John Newcombe, tennis player, 79. David Graham, golfer, 77. Liz Hayes, 60 Minutes reporter, 67. Drew Carey, US comedian, 65. Paul Sironen, footy player, 58. Jewel, US singer, 49. Kurt Fearnley, sportsman, 43. Ruben Zadkovich, soccer player, 37. Gracie Otto, film director, 36.

May 24: Brian Wenzel , Frank Gilroy on A Country Practice, 94. Bob Dylan, US singer, 82. Priscilla Presley, US actress, 77. Jim Broadbent , British actor, 74. Nell Campbell, actress, 70. David Morrison, 2016 Australian of the Year, 67. Barry O’Farrell , former NSW Premier, 64. Bill Harrigan, footy referee, 63. Kristin Scott Thomas, British actress, 63. Poppy King , businesswoman, 51. Layne Beachley, surfer, 51. Kym Valentine, actress, 46. Anthony Minichiello, footy player, 43. Andy Lee, of Hamish & Andy, 42. Matt Prior, footy player, 36.

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Dubbo College Delroy Campus, Year 10 - Industrial Technology Metal Class, with their Teacher Mr. James Peter.

Students have each made a BBQ and are finalising their portfolios for marking.

Acclaimed guitar duo Slava and Leonard Grigoryan will perform live at Macquarie Conservatorium later this month.

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Heart health? How’s your

By JENET STEWART

The first week of May each year is Healthy Heart Week, a timely reminder to all to be aware of our heart health and start the conversation about heart health and take positive steps to reduce heart disease. Of course, there is always a week or month designated to meaningful causes in Australia and around the world. These days you could almost celebrate on any given day of the year which includes fundraising events related to health and wellbeing, general community awareness and commemorative days, weeks, and months of the year.

However important many of these events are, it’s simply not possible to celebrate them all. But upon reading a recent story about Dubbo local, Susie Webster, around Healthy Heart Week, we felt very compelled to share her story with Dubbo Photo News readers. We thank Susie for allowing us to present her story.

On May 3, 2022, just over 12 months ago Susie was feeling unwell and went home from work to lie down, when Susie woke, she felt fine, but she decided to have the following day off work and rest a little. Around 5.30pm that afternoon she was sitting on her bed and bent over to pick something up off the floor. “Straight away I got the same feeling and was breathless and felt like I was choking. My Fitbit said my heart rate was 188,” Susie

said. Susie thought she’d lie down again and then decided to vis- it the Emergency Department (ED) at Dubbo Hospital to have herself checked out.

Once at the ED, Susie felt much better. A nurse took her in and started an electrocardiogram (ECG). “The nurse took me straight in and did an ECG and said you have had a heart attack. I was in total disbelief, “Susie exclaimed. Blood tests followed and confirmed the ECG diagnosis.

Hospital staff took Susie’s full family history, alerting staff to the fact that her brother, Warwick Rapley and uncles had passed away from having heart attacks. “This was the start of my journey. As they took me up to the heart ward there were all these signs saying it’s Heart Awareness Week,” Susie remembers.

I had a heparin drip and medication. Susie was told she was to be sent to Orange for an angiogram on her heart. The results of the angiogram confirmed her left artery was partially blocked and right artery fully blocked and amazingly had already started to make its own new pathway around the blockage. “Ï spent 9 days in Orange and was transferred via Royal Flying Doctors Service to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) in Sydney,” Susie said.

More angiograms commenced on Susie and decisions needed to be made to whether she would un-

dergo stents being placed in her arteries or bi-pass surgery. “Through all this I actually felt totally well in myself and said to my family, I am not that sick. How does a Vegan, non-smoker, non-drinker, frequent exerciser, and a person who practices healing end up here?” Susie wondered.

Another angiogram was needed to determine the pressure in Susie’s arteries across the front of her heart. Once this was completed it was decided that Susie actually needed major triple by-pass surgery to her heart. Other tests conducted included lung tests, ultrasounds to her neck and checks of her veins to make sure all other parts of Susie’s bodily functions were working as they should. “I thought, shit this is really serious,” Susie exclaimed. It turned out that Susie was a perfect candidate for by-pass surgery. “Then it was just a waiting game. But I did try to push it as this heart business was just not on my schedule. I wanted to get home and I had a business to run,” Susie said.

Susie’s twin sister, Sharon Allan came to Sydney to be with her, as well as her daughter and daughters’ partner, and ex-husband Trevor. Susie and her sister Sharon watched videos to help them understand the procedure which Susie was about to undertake. Many who know Susie, understand that she is a very spiritual person, she attests much of her strength during this difficult time came from the large Reiki circle of friends she has. “I was sent much distant healing by many Reiki circles and friends. l laughed and chatted all the way down to the operating theatre and I said to the staff that I will float into the theatre; from all the healing I had been sent. The nurses couldn’t believe how upbeat and calm I was. They hadn’t seen it before,” Susie explained.

Susie’s surgery commenced on May 27, 2022, she had a quadruple by-pass, one more than was originally planned. “I came out of my anaesthetic and all I wanted to do was get the tube out of my throat. Seeing the video of what would

happen was totally different when you’re going through it. I was certainly not a chatter box after that. I had 2 days in the intensive care unit then back to the heart ward for 3 days then 5 days in Sydney with my daughter until I felt strong enough to travel home by car,” Susie said. Since Susie’s surgery she has learnt to have patience with herself, “take it day to day. Know what my body doesn’t like with regard to medication. I learnt it’s ok to not be so bloody interdependent and say yes to help.” Alarmingly, Susie also learnt that her vegan diet was being detrimental to her heart health. “If you’re going to be vegan, you really must be vigilant and supplement what you aren’t getting. Deal with your stress. Say no when your cup is empty as you have nothing to give and it’s also ok to put yourself first and not feel guilty, “Susie explained. Since her surgery, Susie has started a Healthy Point Program. She has returned to the gym and walks every other day. She has also changed her diet and takes good quality nutrients to better her overall

health. She’s been taking life a little slower but is now, just 12 months on, back in full form and feeling healthier than ever before.

Susie’s message to others is simple, “don’t ignore the signs, listen to your body. Check your family history. You don’t have to be overweight, be a drinker or smoke. Prevention is so imperative as it’s much better than going through open heart surgery. The operation is not what anyone wants to go through. Choose optimal health. Rest when you need it. Educate yourself on all levels and what you put into your body. Balance mind, body, and soul. Emotional stress is as dangerous as the wrong food,” Susie said.

And Susie’s last word is that she would like to, “thank the nurses, Doctors, surgeons, all my family and friends. My truly amazing staff at Red Earth Healing Centre, Debbie Rapley, Grace Jackson and Maree Cheney for looking after the business in my 3 month’s absence. To my twin sister, Sharon and her husband Graham for their constant love, support and caring for me.”

Susie during her hospital stay with daughter, Sarah by her side.

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Charles and Janice

By KEN SMITH

A right royal occasion needs a right royal gathering and celebration.

Janice and friends, by royal decree of course, celebrated with fine British (and Australian) fare and highly appropriate royal refreshments.

It must be time for another toast.

Long Live the King.

Have Your Say

Dubbo Regional Council has prepared the draft 2023/2024 Budget and Delivery Program and Operational Plan, which will guide Council’s activities during the 2023/2024 financial year.

Provide your feedback on how Council proposes to deliver on community priorities over the next 12 months.

Scan the QR code to make a submission online

The draft documents are on display at Council’s Customer Experience Centres, Macquarie Regional Libraries in Dubbo and Wellington and also online at www.yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au until Monday 29 May 2023.

Virginia Carter and Janice Willetts

Janice, Nick and Sarah

Right: Virginia, David, Elsie, Greg, Rhonda, Janice, Rebecca, Nick and Sarah

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

Fletchers’ a welcome change in a new career

By YVETTE AUBUSSON-FOLEY

ROB Edge from Fletcher International Exports signed up for a job with the company one year ago after working for two decades as a licensee.

“I’d never heard of Fletchers before I moved to Dubbo, and I found it on a job website, and applied. It’s been great and such a welcome change. After 20 years in hospitality, it’s such a fresh start for expanding your brain and your career horizons.

“I’ve always had a fond passion for logistics and business and I’m always up for a challenge, so I started at the bottom and I’m working my way up. It’s such a multicultural, diverse place here as well, you learn about different cultures and find

out how other people operate, so it’s a good eye-opening job.”

Rob and his colleagues prepare around a dozen trucks a day packing and loading thousands of metric tonnes of meat for export.

“They export all over the world, to Europe, America, Canada, China, and domestic as well. Every country has their own legalities involving importing and things like that, so we must learn those differences too. “It started off as a very physical role. When I first started, I was just putting boxes on palettes. Even I found that to be so different to what I was used to, it was a welcome change.

Then they put me through the forklift ticket course. Now, I’m doing everything like loading

trucks, organising orders, helping the guys out where I can.” Financially, the role at Fletchers has offered him security. “Definitely the financial advantages of working here are second to none.” Even after work Rob has plenty of time and energy to invest in his other passion, music. “I’ll have a new album coming out in a couple of months. I’m a musician. I’m in the process of writing and recording my first ever album. I’m also rehearsing for an upcoming musical, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar, six shows in July at the Convention Centre. I’ll be part of the ensemble. “I’ve never done anything like that, so I thought, I love a challenge, it’ll be another feather in my cap.”

Position Vacant

Abattoir Labourers - Full Time FLETCHER INTERNATIONAL EXPORTS

Jobs and Tasks

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

Wages and Pay:

Wages are processed weekly

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

Skill Level

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

Benefits of Working with Us:

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

You can find this on our website at http://www.fletchint.com.au/careers/application-form

or grab one from our Gatehouse at Lot 11 Yarrandale Road, Dubbo NSW 2830

For more information contact 02 6801 3100

Rob Edge is enjoying a tree change and career change at Fletchers International Exports PHOTO: RENEE BLACK

The tooth about Rory

By LYDIA PEDRANA

WHILE the word ‘dentist’ may make some people squirm in their seats, for Dr Rory Greer, it was a career path he knew he wanted to pursue from high school.

Graduating from St John’s College in 2012, Dr Greer headed straight for Charles Sturt University in Orange to study a Bachelor of Dental Science, following up with a Graduate Diploma in Oral Implants at the University of Sydney.

With a special interest in aesthetic, surgical and implant dentistry, Dr Greer told Dubbo Photo News it takes empathy, honesty, and attention to detail to be a good tooth doctor.

“Dentistry is a wonderful and fulfilling mix of patient interactions, problem solving, and performing procedures,” he said.

“This lends itself to being

both an engaging and rewarding profession.”

Most commonly seeing patients who either need tooth replacements or are wanting to improve their smiles, he thrives knowing he can make a positive impact on people’s lives.

“I enjoy having the ability to make functional and aesthetic changes for my patients, that can improve their wellbeing and overall health.”

At just 28 years old, Dr Greer has already achieved a lot in his short career.

One highlight so far includes having his research on replacing upper anterior teeth with implants published in the highly regarded Australian Journal of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.

Another highlight is on the horizon. Dr Greer is about to open his own practice, Southlakes Dental - a dream come

true for the young dental surgeon who was born and bred in Dubbo.

“It’s wonderful to be able to treat the community that I grew up in,” he said.

“You’re never far away from someone that you know.”

Understanding that many people suffer a case of dentophobia (a fear of the dentist), Dr Greer has a word of warning, “Dental anxiety can often prevent people from seeking care,” he said.

“It can be challenging to explain that this can result in serious oral health issues that may require more extensive treatment down the track.”

Southlakes Dental will open its doors in about two weeks’ time, with the brand new clinic boasting state of the art technology, a children’s play area, onsite parking, wheelchair access and in-chair entertainment.

District announces 2023 Nursing

Lubricant & Retail Sales Administrator

Inland Petroleum is looking to appoint a Lubricant & Retail Sales Administrator to sell, promote and manage lubricants and oils for Inland Petroleum from our Dubbo Depot. The Lubricant & Retail Sales Administrator works towards increasing Inland Petroleum’s lubricants sales and providing excellent customer service. Based out of the Dubbo depot, the position will require the Lubricants & Retail Sales Administrator to liaise with the Lubricants & Retail Sales Coordinator and Site Managers about stock and lubricant supply.

The Lubricant & Retail Sales Administrator is to provide outstanding customer service, build rapport and manage relationships with Inland Petroleum’s customers and suppliers whether by email, over the telephone or in person. It is an expectation that the Lubricant & Retail Sales Administrator has or gains a broad knowledge of retail, lubricants, oils and fuel, so they can effectively relate to, and advise the customer on, products that will suit their needs.

Full details are at www.seek.com.au/ job/67472098

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Team of the Year: Walgett MulNew to Practice Nurse of the Year: Garima Nepal (Graduate Registered Nurse, Coona-

Dubbo

cal winners of its 2023 Nursing and Midwifery Awards, including two new awards established this year, as part of International Day of the Nurse celebrations.

In addition to the Pauline Webster-Cox Award for New to

announced the winners today, who were presented with their awards at local celebrations across the District, among guests and colleagues:

 Nurse of the Year: Rachel (Simone) Purtell (Registered Nurse,

cal Nurse Specialist Ambulatory Care, Bathurst Hospital)

 Nursing/Midwifery Leader of the Year: Madeleine McKenzie-Lindgren (Nurse Unit Manager Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Dubbo Hospital)

Dr Rory Greer knew he wanted to be a dentist from a young age.

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Madeleine McKenzieLindgren, from Dubbo, winner of the 2023 Nursing/ Midwifery Leader of the Year Award.

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Happy 100th Birthday Betty!

By KEN SMITH

Betty Peter celebrated her 100th Birthday on May 6 2023 with family and friends at Dubbo RSL.

Betty has 6 children, 10 Grand Children and 18 Great Grand Children, with family and friends travelling from Perth, Darwin, Nimbin, Cooma Park, Cobar, Davistown, Newcastle and the Pilliga to be part of Betty’s Big Day.

Betty enjoys Bingo and is a member of the RSL Auxiliary.

What was your first job? Shop assistant at a corner store

What do you remember about the place where you grew up? Not much

What did you do for fun when you were young? Played under the pepper trees

What’s your happiest memory? My first baby

Do you remember any fads from your youth? A country girl does not have much choice.

What was your favourite subject at school? Maths and spelling. I had correspondence.

What’s on your list of things that you’d like to achieve? Anything!

What do you do for recreation in Dubbo? Talk, sew, knit and crochet

What advice would you give to the younger generation in Dubbo?

Learn as much as you can. Be polite and grateful. Don’t lie and do what you do well.

Sheryn Hill

Betty and Scarlett

Betty Peter with her Children, Grand Children and Great Grand Children

Below: Sharon Plush, Jan Hynds and Lynn Peter

Two legends, both celebrating turning 100, Betty Peter and Violet Palm

James, Brody, Tom and Margaret, Front, Betty and Scarlett

Bruce Peter, Charlie Peter, Dawn Peter, Barry Peter and Margaret O’Gorman, front, Betty Peter

Lynn, Betty and Margaret

Remembering DOLLY

By JENET STEWART

Each year in May there are hundreds if not thousands of community members who come together to remember Dolly. Dolly Everett was a fourteen-year-old teenager who was continually bullied, she took her own life as a result of this. Her parents, Kate and Tick Everett decided to change the culture of bullying by addressing the impact that bullying has on our children and young people throughout Australia. Anxiety, depression and youth suicide were targeted by the Everett’s, through education and support provided to young people and their families, Dolly’s Dream came to reality and now is a wellknown organisation helping young people, it’s called Dolly’s Dream Foundation.

Last Friday, Dubbo’s Maas Group Holdings hosted a family fun day for their staff and families at the Dubbo Macquarie Club. Donations were collected at the event for the Dolly’s Dream Foundation. The event included fun activities including barefoot bowls, a jumping castle, face painting, food trucks and a kindness corner activity centre for children.

Maas intends to hold a series of family friendly fundraisers across their Australian hubs including Orange, Newcastle, Sydney, Brisbane, and Rockhampton with a fundraising target of over $10,000. Maas will be matching a portion of national donations in the hope they can make an even bigger impact. Last year Maas raised a total of $8,000 and this year, they are on track to well exceed that nationally. “Being headquartered in regional Australia, we were aware of the tragic story of Dolly Everett. Bullying, anxiety, and depression have such an overwhelming flow on effect, especially when it comes to young people. In regional communities, that impact can feel even greater,” Andy Letfallah, Maas COO explained. “Dolly’s story resonates strongly in regional towns, just like the one Dolly lived in herself,” Andy said.

Top: Morgan and Billie Brooks with Tania Josephs

Above: Cara, Vin, Wyatt, Solei and John Grey

Above right: Kelly, Cydi, Caidence, Layla and Zoe

Trent, Theo and Andy Crawford

Right: Immy Walker, Caitlin Richardson and Merrin West

Aria and Jayce Skinner with Kailey Thomas Harley, Peta, Kristi, Zumbo, Travis and Sarah

Candy Neville and Darcy Walker

Andrew Gee, Amelia Bryant, Dr Kate Jeffery, Eliza Whitelely, Florence McGufficke and Dugald Saunders. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/COLIN ROUSE

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up and thank-you to Scott at AXXIS for being so helpful to an older lady who was having problems with her mobile phone. Successful outcome.

Thumbs up to Janelle at Blue Illusion. Her recent kindness when I was in the store and a little upset made me feel so much better. Thank-you for being so kind to a stranger, it has left me with a lovely memory of Dubbo and Blue Illusion. I will return next time I visit Dubbo.

Thumbs up to all the wonderful local singers who attended the vocal workshop at Wellington recently. Stay tuned for more singing!

Thumbs up and thank-you to the staff at the Dubbo RSL Club. A recent function in the Jacaranda Room was so lovely. Special mention to Sharon, Michelle and Haylee. The chef and kitchen staff did an amazing job with the food, truly delicious. Nothing was too much trouble – from the time of booking ‘til the end of the party. Congratulations to all who helped make out special occasion a success.

Thumbs up to the ladies at Harriet & Kay for being incredibly helpful to me and so kind playing with my toddler as I tried on dresses. Wonderful customer service!

 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.

Do It for Dolly Day

DUBBO College Senior Campus held ‘Do it for Dolly Day’ dedicated to bringing the community together, spreading kindness and uniting to help break the silence around bullying.

Triple M ran a BBQ lunch

onsite raising funds for Dolly’s Dream. Students wore a blue accessory to raise awareness and wrote messages of kindness along the breezeway which extends the length of the school.

 https://fundraise.dollysdream.org.au/event/do-it-for-dolly-day/home

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SHARE YOUR NEWS!

Dubbo Photo News is a great local paper because people like you share your stories with us. If you have a story, event or news item, call us on 6885 4433 or email editor@ dubbophotonews.com.au

We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on,

Ms Kate Damen, Ava Hosking, Saxbii Shaw, Demi Owens and Ms Manti Morse.

Right: Courtney May, Sophie Wheatley, Mikaela Sutcliffe and Caitlin Richardson. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Jessica Hall, Alex Morley, Zoe McAneney, Sophie Owens and Jess Sibindi.

Mrs Kim Forrester and Miss Bec Weekes with Jodi Howard from Triple M.

AGENT’S CHOICE

10 MARSH STREET, WELLINGTON THIS BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY WILL BLOW YOUR SOCKS OFF!

Impressive features include:

• This exceptional home offers five large bedrooms and office/sixth bedroom, with the impressive master bedroom featuring walk-in robe and ensuite • Upon entering, you are greeted by a light-filled open plan living area that seamlessly integrates the dining, kitchen and living areas as well as separate reading/sitting room • The modern kitchen is equipped with stainless-steel appliances, breakfast bar and butler’s pantry • The dining area leads out to a huge enclosed entertaining area with outdoor kitchen • Great sized all-in-one family bathroom providing large corner built-in bathtub, shower, vanity and toilet • Serviced by ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans and slow combustion wood fire for all year-round comfort • Huge outdoor rumpus room leading out to the in-ground swimming pool.

READ ABOUT IT: P23

How to Negotiate When Buying a Property

Negotiation is a vital part of the property purchasing process. Achieving a win-win outcome for all parties involved is the key to successful negotiation. This requires you to carefully consider the price you’re prepared to pay, settlement period, deposit amount, inclusions and any other matters that may influence your purchase.

To negotiate effectively, you must appreciate that it’s a give and take process where you need to line up your ducks in advance. This involves having your finances lined up, doing your research on the property market and the specific property you’re interested in, and being clear that your offer is serious.

Negotiation is about achieving the best outcome for all parties involved. If you’re putting forward a lower price than the property is on the market for or putting forward an offer prior to auction, give the seller a good reason to accept it. Be ready to consider their terms for the sale as well. Throughout the negotiation process, be very clear on your limit and resist the urge to go beyond it. It’s also important to remove emotions from the process and approach it as a business negotiation.

If you have any real estate related questions, contact Karen Chant on mobile 0448 191167 or email karen@chantandco.com.au.

NEW ASKING PRICE

Why build when you can buy? Get ready to live your dream in the friendly village of Wongarbon – only 15 minutes from Dubbo’s city amenities! This feature packed four bedroom home with multiple indoor and outdoor living spaces offers a peaceful and relaxed lifestyle on a generous 2,023 sq m block. The property also boasts a sparkling in-ground pool, child and pet friendly rear yard along with a secure and detached 3 bay shed with power - perfect for families who love to work, rest and play. Get ready to enjoy a life of comfort, peace and practicality.

SCAN FOR FULL PROPERTY DETAILS

SUNSET STROLLS TO THE RIVER, TOGETHER.

PRICE: $710,000 - $750,000

VIEW: By appointment

CONTACT: Karen Chant 0448 191167 karen@chantandco.com.au

www.chantandco.com.au

Walk around our estate, and you’ll meet people who value the things you do; community, comfort and connection.

We’re ready to welcome you to a lifestyle designed by you.

Your choice of design and builder Extra large ~2000m 2 lots in Stage 5

DUBBO’S MOST DESIRABLE BLEND OF

RURAL LIVING & CITY CONVENIENCE

THE DATING GAME OF REAL ESTATE:

How Staging Can Help You Find Your Home’s Perfect Match

Creating a welcoming and visually pleasing home can attract buyers and help you get the best price for your property.

Are you ready to play the dating game of real estate? Just like when dating, making a good first impression is crucial when selling your home. In fact, studies show that a well-staged property can sell faster and for a higher price than a nonstaged home.

But what exactly is staging – and how can it help find your home’s perfect match? Staging is the art of decorating and arranging a home to showcase its best features and create a welcoming and visually appealing environment. It’s like getting dressed up and putting your best foot forward for a first date.

Here are a few ways staging can help you find your home’s perfect match:

1. Highlight Your Home’s Best Features – When dating, you want to show off your personal and best features. Staging helps do that by highlighting the best aspects of a property, like a stunning view or a spacious kitchen. By decluttering and

depersonalising the space, you can create a neutral canvas that allows potential buyers to imagine themselves living there.

2. Create a Welcoming Environment - When you’re dating, you want to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes your date feel comfortable. The same goes for selling your home. By adding decorative elements like plants, rugs,

and artwork, you can create a welcoming environment that makes potential buyers feel at home.

3. Increase Your Home’s ValueJust like in dating, you want to make a good investment. Staging your home can increase its value by making it more appealing to potential buyers.

From our experience the average return on investment for staging is from 10-30per cent.

In other words, spending $500 on staging could increase your home’s value by $5,000 or even $15,000!

So…. Is there a Matchmaker??

Because selling your home is a lot like dating - it’s all about finding the right match. And just like in dating, having a matchmaker can make all the difference. Your real estate agent can act as the matchmaker between you and potential buyers, but it’s up to you to create a visually appealing and welcoming home that attracts the right potential long-term partner for a meaningful relationship. That’s where staging comes in.

So, are you preparing to enter the dating game of real estate? By staging your home, you can attract potential buyers and help your property stand out from the competition. Whether you’re looking to sell quickly or get top dollar for your home, staging can help you find your home’s perfect match!

Welcome to Tenterden, a beautiful heritage home boasting all the charming period features that you would expect from a home of this era. As you enter the property you will be impressed its wide hallway adorned with high pressed metal ceilings & timber fretwork plus its leadlight feature glass inlays. There is a spacious formal lounge room that is perfect for entertaining guests, also boasting wonderful leadlight feature glass, while the dining room offers a wonderful space to enjoy family meal & could also double as an additional sitting room. The well-sized bedrooms offer plenty of space with a full-sized ensuite bathroom accessed from the master bedroom. There is also potential for a walk-in robe, allowing for ample storage space. The rear family room provides a comfortable area for relaxation, and nearby is the large kitchen offering plenty of space for preparing meals for the family. The master bathroom is also generously sized, adding to the overall comfort of the home. Throughout the property, you will notice the beautiful pressed metal ceilings and marble fireplaces that add to the period charm of the home. While the property is in need of renovation, this presents a wonderful opportunity for the new owner to put their own stamp on the home and create a bespoke living space that perfectly suits their needs. To facilitate this most of the old floor coverings have been removed to reveal wonderful timber floors ready to be transformed into something spectacular. Set on 1020 square metres of land, the property benefits from side drive access and a lock-up brick garage, providing ample space for parking.

For further information on this wonderful rare offering, call

A REMARKABLE HOME RIPE FOR THE PICKING

A simply stunning residence that has all the bells and whistles that you would find in much more expensive homes. Its successful blending of old world charm with contemporary improvements accentuates this homes character and desirability. The polished timber floors and pressed metal ceilings add to the charm while carpets have been used in the bedrooms. Set on a big floor plan, this home design has everything that you will need including 3 double bedrooms – 2 with built in wardrobes, a beautiful family sized bathroom, large separate dining room plus a huge Lounge/family room. An impressive modern kitchen is located adjacent to the big family room which has lovely ‘French’ doors that open onto the entertaining deck and rear yard. There is also a double garage with an electronically controlled roller door. As you would expect with a home of this standard, reverse cycle ducted air conditioning, dishwasher and gas appliances value add its comfort levels. In all, a home that packs a real punch for value and is currently leased for $340 per week and is conveniently located to schools, medical facilities and the shopping precinct of town.

54

54 Maughan Street Wellington is a two storey property that was recently tenanted in its residential configuration for $300 per week. Although being now offered vacant possession it has also been utilised previously as hairdressing & beauty salon with staff amenities, courtyard plus the main body of the residence upstairs. There is on street parking plus supermarkets, post office and other commercial ventures nearby. Zoned B2 Local Centre and if you have any questions pertaining to that zoning it would be prudent to contact council as they would be the approving authority. For inspections and further details please call Gary Francis on 0428 459 830.

PRIME CBD LOCATION

64 SIMPSON STREET, WELLINGTON

WELCOME TO TENTERDEN

MAUGHAN STREET, WELLINGTON

Gary Francis on 0428 459 830. $279,500

Marsh Street, Wellington

THIS

BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY WILL BLOW YOUR SOCKS OFF!

Impressive features include:

• This exceptional home offers five large bedrooms and office/sixth bedroom, with the impressive master bedroom featuring walk-in robe and ensuite

• Upon entering, you are greeted by a light-filled open plan living area that seamlessly integrates the dining, kitchen and living areas as well as separate reading/sitting room

624

PRICE: $600,000

INSPECTION: By appointment or video call only

• The modern kitchen is equipped with stainless-steel appliances, breakfast bar and butler's pantry

• The dining area leads out to a huge enclosed entertaining area with outdoor kitchen

• Great sized all-in-one family bathroom providing large corner built-in bathtub, shower, vanity and toilet

• Serviced by ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans and slow combustion wood fire for all year-round comfort

• Huge outdoor rumpus room leading out to the in-ground swimming pool.

This 2073 square metre property has been meticulously maintained both inside and Get in quick as it will not last long, call our sales agent Rebecca Harding to arrange your inspection today.

CONTACT: Rebecca Harding 0457517444

Whiteley Street, Wellington

DOUBLE STOREY BRICK HOME IN HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER AREA

Set on a 1720 sqm block this well-built home is going to appeal to buyers looking for a quality family home in a nice tree-lined quiet location!

Property features include:

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PRICE: $420,000

INSPECTION: By appointment or video call only

• Four bedrooms, two having built-ins

• Main bedroom located upstairs with an adjoining office/nursery and spacious ensuite

• Light filled loungeroom at the front of the home with built-in television alcove

• Sizable main all-in-one family bathroom

• Open planned second living and dining area providing a built-in bar, gas heating unit & stunning views over the back yard, entertaining area and pool area

• Functional kitchen with loads of storage, electric and gas cooking appliances as well as a pantry

• Internal laundry providing 3rd toilet and external access to the side and rear of the home

• Ducted evaporative cooling throughout

• Single lock up garage

• Generous under covered outdoor entertaining area

• Inground swimming pool

Homes in this ideal location are extremely hard to come by. This property should be on the top of your list to inspect!

Book your inspection today.

76-78 Percy Street, Wellington

FIRST CLASS INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Peter Milling and Company as the exclusive agents are excited to present to the market 76-78 Percy Street, Wellington. This property represents a great opportunity for an investor to acquire this fabulous building that is a renowned part of Wellington’s history

The property has been beautifully renovated throughout the entire building with wheel chair access to every area.

Property Highlights:

• Six fantastic tenants paying a monthly rent with services including psychological assessment & Counselling, Academic learning support, Speech pathology, Physiotherapy, Individual and group O.T services as well as a fully functioning Café with dining room and outdoor seating area • Two unisex accessible bathrooms with one having a shower • Six medical consult rooms • Assessment & observation/viewing room with loads of built- in storage • Hydraulic floor heating to main building • Reverse cycle air conditioning too all areas including individual cassettes in consult rooms to ensure sound proofing. Sound check walls between consult rooms to ensure confidentiality • Exquisite reception area/foyer with a great sized adjoining storage room or office • Modern kitchen area enjoying marble look benchtops and soft close storage • Massive custom designed gym and therapy space • Fully functioning and equipped café that is a bustling food + coffee bar, with fully fenced rear courtyard • Both front and rear parking. This is a rare opportunity for the savvy investor to secure a solid property with holding value and passive income, Commercial investments like this are seldom seen, so act quickly to avoid disappointment

PRICE: $700,000

INSPECTION: By appointment or video call only

CONTACT: Rebecca Harding 0457517444

11

Room for your Dream Home, Pool and Shed - 2618 sq m

PRICE: $270,000

CONTACT: Jane Donald 0419 433 298

This 2618 sq m block is registered and ready for you to purchase and build your dream home on, with room for a shed, pool and family residence all located within the village of Geurie.

Positioned in the 2nd stage of Bald Hill Estate the block is soon to be surrounded by other new homes giving you

Features include:

Fencing Power including 3 phase available Water Sewer

being only 28 km to Dubbo and 23 km to Wellington.

Geurie locals enjoy their own primary school, bike tracks, public pool, Ponto falls, Geurie Goats Rugby Club and a great horse community with annual rodeo, regular pony camp and camp draft. You will love the community atmosphere created at the bowling club, local pub, coffee shop and vintage homewares.

bobberry.com.au | 6882 6822

New Release - Bald Hill Estate Geurie - Stage 2, Release 2

PRICE: Offers invited

CONTACT: Jane Donald 0419 433 298

Stage 2, Release 2, offers the three most sought after blocks all enjoying an elevated view back over Geurie from All blocks front yards look out over Bald Hill Reserve and are entered via Cass Street.

Have you been for a drive to Bald Hill Estate Geurie recently? With seventeen families currently building their dream homes the Estate is buzzing with activity. Now is your chance to become part of this new estate.

being only 28 km to Dubbo and 23 km to Wellington.

With affordability a key feature of the estate all blocks include:

Fencing Power including 3 phase available Water Sewer

There is enough room for your dream home, a shed, pool, garden or storage for a caravan and boat and the school bus stop to Dubbo is on your doorstep.

56 TALBRAGAR STREET, DUBBO

FUZZY BOX ROAD, GEURIE

22-24/51 OLD DUBBO ROAD, GEURIE

Charming cottage on 208* acres at Stuart Town

This two bedroom home is situated on 208* acres of undulating land suitable for mixed grazing. Watered by a creek and two good-sized dams, the property is well-fenced and secure. Situated in a quiet and private location, it offers the capacity to return income as a grazing block. Less than 10 minutes from Stuart Town. The property is a short drive to the recreational features of Lake Mookerawa. An approximate 4o-minute drive to Orange, this farmhouse is perfect for those looking for a peaceful and secluded living space while still being less than an hour’s drive from Orange. The property is also around 45 minutes from Lake Burrendong with its myriad water activities including skiing and fishing and is around 30 minutes to Wellington.

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ADVERTORIAL FROM THE BOOKSHELVES

By DAVE PANKHURST, The Book Connection

THIS subject is a regular media item - it provides them with something to talk or write about and it is now a political item that aims to raise or lower the score.

In the last year we have experienced catastrophic floods and other impacts that have absorbed the attention of so many people. World wide there have been socalled natural occurrences that have had devastating effects on inhabitants. And according to some entities, this is due to Global Warming. When the earliest settlers in north-east Asia decided to go walking, they crossed the Bering Strait to arrive in Alaska - walking on the ice. And from there the American continents grew in human settlement. “The Earth Transformed” has been written by Peter Frankopan. He is also the author of “the Silk Road” in which he descibes his travel from China to the Middle East follwing the trek of the earliest

The climate change topic

traders. His new book examines the way the Earth has changed from the Big Bang to present day solar activity, volcanic eruptions, floods and droughts. Humans have used these changes, and he examines how they have adapted, exploiting the Earth to bring benefits. Learning lessons from the past have never been more important.

Bill Gates has written “How to Avoid Climate Disaster” which explains his views and the solutions we have and the breakthroughs we need. To stop global warming and avoid the worst effects of climate change humans need to stop adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. Yet, what is being done in metropolitan areas where tens of thousands of motor vehicles pollute their locations with exhaust gases? Gates writes that “every country will need to change its ways because virtually every activity in modern life - growing things, making things, getting around from place to place involves releasing greenhouse gases.”

Authors Gabrielle Walker and Sir David

King have written “The Hot Topic” in which they tell “how to tackle global warming and still keep the lights on.” Their updated edition recognises that there is “a blizzard of information and misinformation on the subject - it makes it hard to know what to do.” It discusses the “problem countries, China, India, Russia and the USA.” The book sets out their views on what needs to be done, the science, adaptation, technological solutions, political solutions, plus the personal and local changes.

Costs and unreliability of green energy have forced people in Western Countries to decide whether to eat or freeze. In his book “Green Murder” author Ian Plimer examines the role of wind turbines,

XY GT Ford 350 last of the great muscle cars

BY DAVID DIXON

Most people don’t know, but it was the Whitlam Government (1972–75) that killed the market for Australian-made “muscle cars”.

With increasingly-powerful models like the Chrysler Charger, Holden Monaros and Toranas, and the Falcon Phase II GTHO, being blamed for our horrific roadtoll (10-times higher in real numbers, than now) the Government acted.

No car manufacturers producing vehicles over a certain horsepower, would have any of their models purchased by Australian Government departments hencefor-

ward, in one fell-stroke ending the golden age of Aussie Iron.

This XY GT Ford is a factory K code JS Fairmont, with a four-speed manual transmission, nine-inch differential with GT options, and a relatively-mild 351 motor with world-racing rims.

The interior, including dash and steering wheel, are all still original with an air-brushed Marilyn Monroe under the bonnet.

solar panels and their impact. Greens object to cheap reliable coal, gas and nuclear energy. Something we don’t normally hear about is the Greens policies of forest management, wildlife and property destruction. And their agendas that “create major debt, unemployment, unreliable food and socialist happiness.”

Ian Plimer has also written “Climate Change and the Great Electricity Rip-off.” How did one of the world’s largest exporters of coal, gas and uranium end up with expensive and unreliable energy? Massive subsidies for renewable energy, gaming of the electricity market and government mandates have closed coalfired generators that previously provided cheap reliable energy.

Given that since the record of humans have been noted, a change in climate has occurred - and where is the credible logic that will see effective alternatives to current processes? Certainly something needs to be done..

Enjoy your browsing,

Dave Pankhurst

Theme: English Middle Ages

Drop Down

No. 084

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

Crossmath

There

YOUR STARS

ARIES: You might spontaneously decide to move. You’ll find a place that meets your family’s needs, even if it’s at the last minute and your choices are limited.

TAURUS: You’ll have a lot to talk about this week. You may make a speech that everyone will love. Those around you will help you sort out a complicated financial matter.

GEMINI: You’ll have many items to shop for this week. You’ll pull out all the stops to find the best prices. Try to negotiate better terms on a loan to save on interest.

CANCER: You have a lot going on and will undertake several inspiring projects. Inspiration is a source of initiative. Take care of your health and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

LEO: Fatigue or poor health could slow you down this week Someone close to you may need you. Give yourself the time you need to recharge your batteries and feel better.

VIRGO: You’ll expand your social circle and professional contacts. You’ll be in charge of planning a large-scale event that will be a huge success. You must take a methodical approach to plan it.

LIBRA: You’ll have a lot of work and family responsibilities to take care of this week. If you have young children, you’ll be involved in some special school activities, making them happy.

SCORPIO: Plan your next holiday now and treat yourself to a luxurious getaway. You’ll have many details to consider, especially if you’re booking for a large family.

SAGITTARIUS: If you feel restless and sensitive, you may need to make a change. You might have to restructure certain aspects of your life once the storm has passed. This will allow you to start afresh on more solid footing.

CAPRICORN: It’s crucial to find harmony at work and home this week. If you’re in a relationship, passion will reignite the flame. If you’re single, you’ll double down on trying to find your soulmate.

AQUARIUS: Staying in good health is essential. You may start a new diet that proves to be highly effective. You’ll see quick results, and others will want to imitate your efforts, hoping to have the same success.

PISCES: You’ll stand out in a group or at work. A daring feat will fill you with pride, strengthening your leadership skills. Saturn in your sign will bring you notoriety.

Quiz

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Japanese dish (5)

4 Female killer (9)

9 Rude (7)

10 Persuaded (7)

11 Devalued (7)

12 Approve of (7)

13 Books of memoranda (9)

15 Sit for an artist (4)

17 Alcove (4)

19 German city (9)

1 Which of the world’s rivers runs through the most countries?

2 Which superhero disguises himself as a reporter for the fictional Daily Planet newspaper?

3 Which Australian author released their debut novel, Monkey Grip, in 1977?

4 What genus of primate has the scientific name Papio?

5 The de facto head of the Eastern Orthodox Church is the archbishop and ecumenical patriarch of where?

6 In what year was the Republic of Turkey established?

7 How many member states currently comprise the European Union?

8 What is the majority language of the city of Brussels, Belgium?

9 What does the dutch word ‘handschoenen’ mean?

10 What is the musical stage name of US actor Donald Glover (pictured)?

22 Do away with (7)

25 Accomplish (7)

26 Tableland (7)

27 Worship (7)

28 Key maker (9)

29 Asian sea snake (5)

Edgeword

No. 084

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

DOWN

1 Driven by the wind (8)

2 Old type of trombone (7)

3 Incapable of being seen (9)

4 Tuneful (9)

5 Elevate (5)

6 Finished (5)

7 Accompanies (7)

8 Australian city (6)

14 Prudish (9)

15 Conglomeration of fabric scraps (9)

16 Sharpest vertical angle (8)

18 Ordinary; unromantic (of writing) (7)

20 Country, United States of  (7)

21 Online money transfer service (6)

23 Articles (5)

24 Beautiful virgin in Muslim paradise (5)

9-Letter

No. 084

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

WUMO

by Tony Lopes OUT

by Gary Kopervas

THE

by Jeff Pickering

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

TIME WARP

Contributed by Steve Hodder

The arrival of the railway to Dubbo in 1881, gave the town access to coal, which opened the door to another modern service, gas. A group of local businessmen, James Samuels and commercial the Dubbo Gas Company in

September 1881.

It took about 18 months to construct the gas works and install infrastructure for lighting in the town’s central business district.

streetlamp was performed by Dubbo mayoress Mrs Rosetta Phillips at 7 pm on Friday, May 11, 1883,140 years ago.

The use of gas was expanded soon after and piped into people’s homes

and businesses for heating and cooking.

Gas was also used for electricity generation by the Dubbo Lighting Company at its powerhouse, built adjacent to the gasworks in 1924.

The old gas lamps in the town’s main streets were replaced with electric lights in 1925, but the supply of locally piped gas to homes and businesses remained in use for many years.

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The new plant remained in operation for several decades; the exact date of its demolition is unclear.

The site of the old gasworks is now occupied by Ben Furney Flour Gas Lane, North Dubbo.

02 6885 4433

The original gasworks, built by the Dubbo Gas Company in 1882, was replaced with a modern multi-story plant in the 1950s.

The original gasworks, built by the Dubbo Gas Company in 1882.

Photo: Macquarie Regional Library

The location today of the old gasworks, now occupied by Ben Furney Flour Mills and Sarah Jane retail outlet.

Photo: Contributed

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you’re MISSING out

• Dubbo Photo News reaches up to 30,000 local people every week.

• People take much more notice of newspaper ads compared to online ads.

• A Dubbo Photo News ad lasts a whole week. An online ad is gone in a second.

• Newspapers let you tell your story.

And...

Newspapers are the best way to reach the over-40s who are more likely to have paid off the car and house, are more likely to be higher income earners, and have more disposable income. They want to be offered great deals, products and services to spend their money on Show them what you’ve got to offer!

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Dubbo VIEW cards & games: Will be held on Friday 19th May at Dubbo RSL commencing 1pm. New players always welcome. For information phone Shirley 0427 822 874

The Cumnock Market: will be held as usual on the third Saturday of the month.

The next Market will be on Saturday 20 th May from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park Cumnock (opposite General Store). Visitors, or anyone wishing to have a stall, can get further information from Pat Gilmour - 6367 7270

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.

The Cumnock Market: will be held as usual on the third Saturday of the month.

The next Market will be on Saturday 20 th May from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park Cumnock (opposite General Store). Visitors, or anyone wishing to have a stall, can get further information from Pat Gilmour - 6367 7270

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

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

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

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

Narromine Community Women’s Shed: Weekly meetings Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am -3pm, The Wesley Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Everybody is welcome call Leona 0487 200 987

Narromine Community Women’s Shed: Will host the Biggest Morning Tea on Monday May 29, The Wesley Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street,Narromine. $5 per head with all proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Call Leona 0487 200 987.

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 9am 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 7:30-

9:30pm $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, 10am12pm, 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, oneon-one session. Contact 6801 4510

Digital skills for seniors: Free one-on-one help to use your smartphone, tablet/iPad, or laptop. Need help going online or do you have some 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 10am-1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324

Dubbo Community Garden: 9am-12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with others, learn more skills and grow friendships. All are welcome. Contact Denise 0433 623 842 or Julie 0428 821 829

Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters (DEVIOUS) group: 12pm to 1pm, FIRST Wednesday of each month, Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Anyone interested in learning about EVs is welcome to join. Chris 0409 321 470

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

Dubbo Ratepayers and Residents

Association: 6.30pm, every SECOND Wednesday of each month, RSL Coffee Shop.

Jenny 6884 4214 or Merilyn 0458 035 323

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

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

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

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

Narromine Community Women’s Shed: Weekly meetings Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am -3pm, The Wesley Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Everybody is welcome call

Leona 0487 200 987

Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am2pm, 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.

6882 2434

Wolf Pack girls bleed gold and blue in North West Regional Carnival

Contributed by ST MARY’S WOLF PACK

THE St Mary’s Catholic School at Wellington’s Girls Wolf Pack team has shown huge courage and dedication playing in the North West Regional Carnival, narrowly going down in the grand final.

The girls had an early start at 3:30am to depart at 4am, before returning to Wellington after 7pm that same night.

The young team played strong through the large round games of six, defeating Aberdeen, Quirindi, Inverell, Tamworth, and Oxley College.

After a long day, the girls came up against a strong Aberdeen High school going down in the grand final. However, throughout the final, the girls never gave-up and fought for every inch in a very physical game.

In good news, finishing second in the region, also qualifies the team for State Finals,an awesome result.

The girls really grew with each game, with have some new young players in this team that got a lot out of this carnival and learnt from the example set by their team-mates.

In the final they bled gold and blue fighting until the end. Top-marks to Pippa Horton who received the player’s player award voted on by her teammates.

Huge thanks also to the parents who transported and supported the team for all of in a massive long day.

The Wolf Pack

Haylee’s top effort at Grafton before taking-on European elites

Contributed by MATT GILBERT, DUBBO CYCLE CLUB

Before leaving Australia, local cycling star, Haylee Fuller recently contested the Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic – widely recognised as the toughest one-day race in Australia.

The race features a long, torturous climb up the Gibraltar Range at 1100m and, mixed with sprints during the long day, makes for a very tough challenge for all cyclists contesting the event.

The climb of 984m over 18km, means being a part of the leadgroup is the ultimate test for any aspiring rider.

Haylee is looking ever-more comfortable in the middle these high-pressure events amongst women’s elite pro circuit.

Despite this challenge, Haylee put herself in a commanding position during the race, protected by her very attentive team to secure her ownership of the leaders Jersey and 17th on the day.

Haylee Fuller’s overall lead has capped-off a perfect day for her squad Team Bridgelane.

To put the success into perspective; the team took the first four placings in the women’s event, (with Mia Hayden, Talia Appleton, Emily Watts, and Gina Ricardo), the victory in the men’s event by Zac Marriage, and the teams’ event, as well as the overall leaders jersey in which Haylee is the recipient of.

After the completion of the Gra-

ton to Inverell, Haylee said farewell her family, friends, and club members, hopping on a plane to Europe to compete in the five-day Bretagne Ladies Tour.

The tour was extremely tough with Haylee avoiding crashes and enduring cold and wet conditions, as well as a very tough course. A solid performance in both the four road races and the individual time trial, saw Haylee in the top 10 in the youth and top third in the elite field right up to the last day.

On the final day of competition, Haylee threw down the gauntlet and broke-away with four other riders to establish a lead over the

super strong field. Working together with fellow breakaway companions, the group starved off the 100+ field until a couple of laps of the closing circuit and were caught just before the finish.

A super brave ride by Haylee in securing 6th in the Queen of the Mountain competition and in the top third of the field in the general classification.

Haylee will now race for months in the epicentre of cycling in Europe and around the Belgium region where cycling is a part of life and full of fierce competition that exists nowhere else on the planet.

Haylee is supported by local

sponsor Dubbo City Toyota who have been instrumenting in supporting her and kept us updated with her travels in her monthly blog.

It seems this year it has come

around quickly. Haylee has trained with a vengeance to make more of an impact in the cycling than ever before. The Dubbo Cycle Club avidly watches her races and wishes her every success.

Dubbo Roos rugby touring juniors, meet All Blacks great, Whitelock

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Kangaroos continued a fine two-decade tradition when they spent 10 days touring New Zealand recently.

The Under 15s tour was of huge benefit to the whole playing group, who not only played three provincial teams, but spent time with All Black legend, Sam Whitelock, soon to become their most-capped Test player.

A total of 30 boys (and seven chaperones) feasted on the diet of “rugby heaven” on offer and returned with new determination and an understanding of what is required to move through the levels. “The tour was cancelled because of COVID last year, but that didn’t blunt the enthusiasm of the squad,” Ben Hooper, one of the coaches, told Photo News

In fact some players who had decided to not play this year, became so motivated, they re-signed and are now playing in the Central West competitions,” he added.

Above: The touring part Left: Buddying-up with a rugby legend, All Blacks star Sam Whitelock, with Junior Roos club captain Hugh Mitchell on the club’s recent New Zealand tour. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Haylee During stage 5. PHOTOS: BRETAGNE LADIES TOUR CERATIZIT

Right: Lillee Pollock and Haylee Fuller Stage Five

Orana Spurs fall to a powering Panorama

By GEOFF MANN

POCKNALL

ORANA SPURS continued their topsy-turvy Burmac Western Premier League season on Saturday, going down 3-1 to Bathurst Panorama

IT was a keenly-contested match, but one, like so mnay this year, that simply got away form the local lads.

George the referee

Right: Lachlan Taylor from Spurs up against Matt Hobby from Panorama Spurs’ Connor McDonald

Jared Corby (Spurs) heads from Dylan White

Jake Grady Panorama keeper Chris Davis

Jarrod Buckland for the Spurs

Battle of the Keepers: Panorama’s Chris Davis v Spurs’ Bailey Delaney

Photos by MEL

Country is hockey’s heartland, with regional hubs the future, CEO

By GEOFF MANN

EMMA Highwood has been the Hockey NSW CEO for a little over 12 months and she is definitely making her presence felt out west.

Emma was in Dubbo last week to discuss the sport’s new strategy that focusses on creating regional hubs.

Coaches and officials from the central west and western clubs at the meet, perused the plans, and also put forward their proposals for growing the game.

“Above all”, Emma told the group, “the aim is to put sticks in the hands of young people.

Sticks and balls, are the keys to winning hearts and feet.” Emma says this region has a magnificent record of producing players for higher representative honours, and cited last year’s Hockey One League clash as an ex-

ample. “The newly-formed NSW

Pride teams featured locally-grown products like Mariah Williams and Kurt Lovett (Parkes), new Hockeyroo Abby Wilson and Kookaburra Lachlan Sharp (Lithgow) as well as coach Peter Shea (Orange) and Manager Melinda Mannering (Lithgow) was a huge success.” “It builds on our strategy to bring some of the world’s best players to regional centres to showcase their skills and inspire youngsters,” she added.

She said that the country, is the hartland of the game in the State. “Over 70 per cent of our player-base actually comes from regional NSW. “It is vitally important, we continue to provide support for these areas,” the English-born administrator explained.

Emma brings to Hockey an extensive history, working in di-

verse roles including at the English FA, Sport England, AFL and Football Australia.

She has a wealth of experience working in complex stakeholder environments, taking the lead in Senior Executive and General Management roles, and leading complex change across the whole of sport.

She referenced Australian captains like Emily Chalker (White) from Crookwell, our most-capped player, Edwina Bone from Orange, as well as Stephen Davies and Ben Bishop from Parkes, as examples of great country players.

Emma, and the western members of the group, are committed to driving school-based programs that have brought hundreds of young players to selectors’ attention through CHS, CCC, Independent Schools as well as age-based programs in

both field and indoor hockey. “I am proud that gender equality is at the heart of our sport, and we showed this in Bendigo last year bringing home both the Hockey One Women’s and Men’s titles.

Emma talked about the need to improve facilities for training, coaching and playing. “With the Hockey Hubs, we plan to build more synthetic fields,” she said. “A regional city like Dubbo, which is growing exponentially, would thrive with more playing courts so everyone is committed to lobbying sponsors, local councils and government to get it done.” The NSW CEO added that she plans to spend more time out-west- “Especially in the warmer months – and will work closely with Tracey Hardie-Jones and her fantastic committee to take hockey forward,” she said.

A "quacking" good Mother’s Day swim, for the ducks!

By JANINE GARDNER

THE Ducks were all fluffing around their mums last weekend, or busy taking flowers and love to their resting places.

After some close heats and friendly banter amongst members, enough for: “requesting a bludging enquiry”, the 25-metre Freestyle event was won by Brian Schloeffel(!); Rob Rich came second; and Rob Dickerson was placed third.

As Peter Allen climbed-out of the pool his first question was: “did I beat Jack?”. He had indeed, touched the wall ahead of his son, Jack Allen, earning him fourth place.

The 25-metre Backstroke saw Brian Schloeffel grabbing another first place with Nicole Johnstone coming second, Rob Dickerson third, Peter Allen fourth, and Robert Rich fifth.

After a lot of friendly discussion, shaking of tail feathers, and multiple changing ends of the pool for timers and swimmers, the 25-metre Breaststroke relay finally began.

Following some close heats and a few broken times, the winning team was Ron Everett and Janine Gardiner, ahead of Peter Allen and Mal Cavanagh, with third place going to Rob Dickerson and Dave Sparks.

Rob Dickerson capped-off an excellent Mother’s Day swim, placing in the top three for each of the four events.

Rob won the top spot in event four, another 25m Freestyle while Jack Allen swam into second place and consistent swimmer Brian Schloeffel was third.

You're always old-enough to play bowls, even on a Sunday!

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

SOMEONE told me last week, “I am not old enough to play bowls".

The truth is that, ‘older’ folk play the game, because they can, and because they enjoy both the game and the social aspect that Sundy bowls is all about.

You are never too old nor too young, it is a game that involves a smaller level of physical fitness, but is very tactical and does have a level of ability developed over the many games played.

Last Sundy, 29 keen rollers enjoyed the dismal weather albeit better than more recent times.

Greg Brown, Ruby Stockings,

and Kevin Scott, did not take long to show intent, scoring six from the first three ends, before Ron McCauley, Allan Stratford, and Al Andriske, scored four. Unfortunately for “the chasers”, that was it for the first eight ends, and they trailed by six at the turnaround. Greg, Ruby and Kevin continued their dominance, winning the game 18 to 9.

It looked so sad after the first eight ends for Chris Castlehouse, Steve Kelly, and Pete Ruzans, as they struggled to find form trying to combat the good bowling by Sue Armstrong, Cheryl Storch and the skip, Phil Knight.

The latter mastered the slick

green much better, winning six of the first eight ends to lead by nine shots. By end 13, they had built the lead to 10 before Chris, Steve, and Pete, found what was lacking and grabbed a bit of “luck”.

They scored eight shots over the final three but alas, there are only 16 ends so the almighty effort was not enough, Sue, Cheryl and Phil scraping in a 17 to 15 win.

Leo Balstad, Ian Humphries and Col Cottee thought they could be winners, but found themselves in a battle royal with Mick Strawhan (struggling with a recent leg break), Mel Giddings, and Graham Ross who took a lead of five into the break. The second eight

became a true contest, both sides winning four ends. A quadruple on 10th helped Leo, Ian and Col close the gap, but Mick, Mel and Graham added four valuable singles to clinch a 13-12 victory.

In another close encounter, Frank Bartlett, Chris Strojny, and Annette McMillan fought hard for their first-half and carried four. A massive seven shots on the fourth was handy!

Mary Perry, Frank Armstrong, and Gordon Scott, won five of the first-half block and totalled nine after a very pleasing four on one end. The tables turned a little in the second half after Frank/Chris/ Annette eked out a five to take the

lead and, with three more winning ends, they tallied 16 for the match with 16 on the card. The Mary/Frank/Gordon trio worked hard, but went down 16-14 in a gripping encounter.

Sue McCauley was the swinger for the first time this year, teaming up with Pete Bennison and Matt Quill who stormed to a six shot lead at the break. When she took her spot behind Vicki Hummel and Pete Sinclair they won only one end in the first and three in the second half so Sue, Peter and Matt took the lollies 14 to six and were crowned best on turf for the morning!

Hockey NSW CEO Emma Highwood was in Dubbo last week to discuss the sport’s new strategy that focusses on creating regional hubs. Pictured: Richard Griffiths, Glenn Johnstone, Graeme Waters, Mel Wheatley, Emma Highwood, Tracey Hardie-Jones, Vanessa Brown, Kylie Holmes and Richard Rice. PHOTO: MEL POCKNALL

Dubbo Kangaroos win again in rugby competition purple patch

By DAVID DIXON

Photos by STEVE COWLEY

WINS last week in Forbes and the previous round at home, has Dubbo Kangaroos ensconced in the top three in Blowes as the Roolettes Women bounce on unbeaten.

Steve Cowley was at Victoria Park for the matches against Cowra Eagles when firsts won 38-15 coming on top of the girls commanding 87-0 victory. Both teams were just as dominating on the road - Roos 48-5 over Forbes; Roolettes 67-0 against the Platypii.

Top: Centre Alahna Ryan streaks away. Above: Lakeish Hull had a field day running in four tries. Alahna Ryan, Lakeisha Hull and captain Janalee Conroy

Roo caught in Eagles nest

Ben Knaggs

Barnstorming hooker Will Anderson finishes off a side to side movement

Fly-half Nate Ambler and centre Jake Styles combine to down an EagleElusive fullback Calub CookBreakaway Tavis Vaughan

Vale John “Bluey” Stanbrook, the man who chose the land, over rugby fame

GEOFF MANN

HE was the man who could have played rugby for Australia, but chose life-on-theland, instead!

A couple of weeks may have passed since “Bluey” Stanbrook died, but a legend never dies. If ever there was a man to have earned that title it was John “Bluey” Stanbrook.

The local farmer who led Yeoval to glory on the rugby fields for years, was recently farewelled by his beloved family, friends, and union mates, last week in his home town. People came from far and wide to celebrate the slippery back who represented Central West, Country, and NSW, on numerous occasions.

Perhaps the most told story was the time when ‘Bluey” was chosen to play on the wing against the all-conquering South African Springboks in 1956.

The papers read: ‘Stanbrook drops out of Union Test team” The “big Yeoval winger John Stanbrook has withdrawn from the Australian Rugby Union team for the Second Test against the Springboks next Saturday,” the article read. “Farm work commitments prevented Stanbrook from taking his place in the Australian side in what would have been his Test debut”.

Sadly the invitation was his last, and Bluey concentrated on causing havoc in the local competition for many years after as Yeoval – and Cumnock where he played a season or two – ran riot.

Old rugby mates, officials, and farming and local community friends, gathered at Yeoval’s Town Hall for an event that was in every way like a Presentation Night and Bluey won all the awards!

Vale, a generous man, blessed with rare talent.

Left: “Bluey” Stanbrook’s recent funeral commemorated the local farmer who led Yeoval to glory on the rugby fields for years, celebrating the slippery back who represented Central West, Country, and NSW, on numerous occasions. Right: John “Bluey” Stanbrook the local farmer who led Yeoval to glory on the rugby fields for years, was recently farewelled by his beloved family, friends, and union mates, last week in his home town. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Nyngan tigerish in defence, in roaring league win over Macquarie

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

The Nyngan Tigers put a premium on their line, prowling and scratching their way to a memorable 26-18 win over Macquarie on Sunday in the Group 11 League.

Former Raiders Josh Merritt, Corey Cox, and Ash Widders, clawed their way to a victory that many thought was impossible.

After exchanging two tries a piece in the first half, the Tigers hit the lead before Macquarie hit back, capitalising on a surfeit of many unforced Nyngan errors.

Late in the second half, five-eighth Ma-

son Williams was taken from the field after a head-knock, but the visitors lifted and kept their line intact with a gutsy defensive effort. Josh Merritt’s try and one disallowed in the corner by winger McDougall, reassured Tigers’ fans their team was capable of adding points and a 78th minute effort from hooker Jak Jeffrey (his second) confirmed it.

Fittingly, Merritt’s superb face-ball across the ruck sealed the win. The nuggety half was the difference with his astute kicking game, brilliant one-on-one defence in the second half and deft passing setting the Tigers alight.

Final score: Nyngan 26 d Macquarie 18

Raiders captain-coach Alex Ronayne

Tirelss prop Colt Ure

Fullback Fletcher Hunt safe as housesLock Aidan Bermingham is a deadly defender but showed his skills with the ball

Raiders best, hooker Richard Peckham

Peckham busts the tackle

Half Harry Kempston

Johnny Mafiti taken by Cale DunnWinger Charlie Kempston sandwiched by Josh Merritt and opposite number Ash Widders

Raider rumbled!

Try scorer Clayton Daley

Lock Billy Gilbert escapes the tackle of Tigers opposite Aiden Birmingham

SPORT

Raiders double tackle

Second-rower Cale Dunn was a handful all afternoonRef Simon Hartas perfectly positioned to rule a Filise Pauta try

Colt Ure covers up as Josh Merritt launches a towering bomb

Hartas johnny on the spot again as mam-of -the match Merritt touches down

Merritt is a happy man as Jordan Reynolds arrives late

No try! Winger McDougall ruled touch in goal a millisecond after Mel’s shot

Tyson Fuller copybook on opposite number Simmons The tension ripped holes in spectators jeans!

The ref again spot on to award Jeffey’s second try

The Tigers celebrate. They knew a conversion would clinch a famous win