Dubbo Photo News 03.08.2023

EMMA JOY GILBERT

Where do you work? Blue Illusion on Macquarie Street

Have you always lived in Dubbo? Yes, except for a 5 year stint in Sydney

What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo? Meeting the Queen when I was 10 years old.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I like to cook and go for long drives with my husband.

Do you have any hidden talents or special skills? I am a people person, that’s a skill.

Are you a morning person or a night owl? Definitely a morning person, bright eyed most days.

Do you have any pets? No pets currently

What are you watching at the moment? I just finished watching Le Tour De Femme

Have you read any good books lately? Trying to tackle Jordan Peterson’s 12 Rules For Life

What music do you like to listen to? I like music too much, it’s hard to choose just one genre

What does the next 5 years look like for Emma Gilbert? It looks so good! Life is definitely a gift, that why they call it the present.

The Most Wuthering

When we see those words, Wuthering Heights, we instinctively conjure up the lady with the quirky theatrical performance of the song and and her flowing red dress.

Well, this story has a little to do with that song but more to do with saving lives. Saving lives of people with cancer to be specific.

Local ladies Camilla Ward and Sharon Quill made an amazing recording with Samuel Johnson. You may recall Samuel and his sister’s battles with cancer. The Johnson siblings founded the ‘Love Your Sister’ charity in 2012 with an aim to raise $10 million for cancer research. Since his sister’s passing Samuel has continued

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with his fundraising, and visited Dubbo to encourage local businesses to be among the 1000 businesses to help provide Precision Medicine for cancer patients everywhere in Australia.

So how was Camilla and Sharon’s recording related you may ask? Through DCFM community radio, the ladies made their recording with Samuel at Camilla’s home. “We record the show every week at Camilla’s house, with a giant teddy bear to assist with sound bouncing. For a whole year, we have put out great results from this nook but this special show with Sam is going to be our last show at home. After this recording, not only are we moving to a new time, but we’ll also be re-

cording at the DCFM station,” Sharon said. The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever is an international event and this year was held in Dubbo at the Old Dubbo Gaol on July 30 through a generous donation by Dubbo Regional Council. “Cam and I were dressed in our red tulle dresses for the Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever, the event where tickets were sold, and money raised goes to supporting the same local cancer trials and treatments that Sam’s charity, ‘Love Your Sister’, has donated 1.2 million dollars to,” Sharon explained. The Establishment pop-up bar had free Red Kate Refreshers for participants, and a Wall of Love filled with names of loved ones who have passed. ‘Love Your Sis-

ter’ hearts were provided to participants, along with a special ‘Love Your Sister’ gift. “Dr Mary Nushaj was our fabulous dance leader and instructor. She is a doctor in oncology at Dubbo Base and was in her red Kate dress/scrubs on the day,” Sharon said.

“Last year a dear friend died of a brain tumour and, in honour of her and other close family members who we have lost to cancer, Cam and I want to do one big fundraiser a year. We want Dubbo’s first Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever to be it,” Sharon proudly exclaimed.

For more information on Samuel’s mission head to his website at: www.loveyoursister.org

Camilla Ward and Sharon Quill ready to make their amazing recording with Samuel Johnson.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

Retailer Happy 7th Birthday to JB HiFi!

It’s hard to fathom that in August this year, JB HiFi Orana Mall store is celebrating seven years of trading!

“I sit back sometimes and think, ‘How has it been that long?’ because I’ve been here since we opened and it’s crazy to think seven years has passed, and we’ll probably be celebrating with a little team party,” store manager Belle McGuire said.

Known for all things gadget, phone, TV, music, gaming, home goods and more, there is always something in store which may surprise you. “A lot of people don’t seem to know that we’re a Telstra provider so we sell Telstra plans, plus we have a dedicated section where you can do that. JB HiFi

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is also a mobile service provider which is powered by the Telstra network, too,” Belle explained. Electric transportation vehicles are very hot right now and the store carries the most popular ranges in their rideable section. “We have Segway, Daxys, and Livall smart bikes and scooters, as well as all the accessories and replacement parts you’ll need. People just go mad over them… especially at Christmas, parents buy them for their kids and of course we advise safe usage, so we have helmets, seats, bike locks, etc; plus, a lot of people use them as an affordable way to get to work these days.”

JB Hi Fi’s extensive music section is legendary and carries an assortment of much-loved vinyl records

for new and old music.

“Vinyl is back in force, and we’ve got a large selection plus we offer JB HiFi Exclusives, which refer to a specific press of an album or a specific colour compared to the normal black one which another retailer might do… then we’ll have it in purple, for example.”

JB Australian Exclusives vinyl

currently on the shelves include Olivia Rodrigo’s vinyl album, GUTS in opaque magenta vinyl; Barbie the Album (Original Movie Soundtrack) in neon pink; and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3: Awesome Mix in purple and blue vinyl.

Customers are king at JB HiFi, and can sign up to enjoy the Perks

loyalty program. “Customers on the Perks program receive a signup voucher; a birthday voucher; exclusive offers that are sent to your email which might be half-price off a certain brand of headphone, for example; plus extra per centage off like an extra 5 or 10 per cent storewide, when there are Perk Nights,” explains Belle.

ORANA MALL

The team from JB HiFi Orana Mall Dubbo cheering on seven fantastic years. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

The local Nepalese community are doing their bit to help overcome the winter blood donor shortage, giving regularly as part of a regional initiative.

A dozen men from the Dubbo community last week donated as part of their support for the ‘Red Love’ initiative to help keep stocks up during the colder months; and also with a thought for a woman in desperate need.

Their offering comes as an urgent nationwide search has gone out for blood donors to help a South Australian mother-of-two with a blood type so rare that just one in 10,000 people may be a match.

“Last night, the Dubbo Nepalese community came in as a group to donate and support the appeal,” Australian Red Cross Blood Service spokesperson Brian Bruce said.

“This follows Lifeblood launching an urgent nationwide search for blood donors to help the mother… it’s a rare match only found in some people with

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A and O blood types,” he added. The 37-year-old mother Amira is currently in an Adelaide hospital awaiting urgent open-heart surgery, and is expected to need more than 20 bags of blood prior to, during, and after the procedure.

Lifeblood Medical Director Dr James Daly said any of thousands of blood donors in Australia or internationally could be a match.

“Most people will be either O or A blood type, but Amira has a rare combination of other blood types that need to be matched, which means any donor with O or A blood type might prove to be a perfect match.

“We have identified a few suitable donors, but this mum will require a large number of units to see her through her surgery, and finding as many donors as we can with the right blood type will ensure we can meet her transfusion needs, both now and in the future,” Dr Daly said.

For the local Nepalese community –

the fastest growing migrant group in Australia – the donation last week, was no one-off, Mr Bruce explained.

“It’s called ‘Red Love’, an initiative that they’re part of that has been running a few months. It goes until September sometime, and is designed to help overcome our shortage of donors in winter,” Mr Bruce said.

“It involves the Dubbo, Orange, and Bathurst Nepalese communities, the Nepalese Australian Association, and Dubbo and Orange hospitals,” he added.

In the continuing search for the rare blood type, Lifeblood, Amira, and her husband Ahmed thanked people who have already come forward to donate in the hope of being a match.

“We are so grateful to family, friends and the wonderful people in the community, many of whom we do not know, who have heard about Amira’s plight and have rolled up a sleeve to donate blood,” Ahmed said.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Aug 3: Martin Sheen, US actor, 83. Martha Stewart, US lifestyle guru, 82. Justin Kurzel , film director, 49. Evangeline Lilly, actress, 44. Georgina Haig , actress, 38. Sonny Bill Williams, footy player, 38. Chris McQueen, footy player, 36. Jonathan Wright Gilgandra-born footy player, 36. Karlie Kloss, American model, 31. Cameron Waters, Supercars racing driver, 29.

Aug 4: Billy Bob Thornton, US actor-director, 68. Tim Winton, author, 63. Barack Obama , former US president, 62. Richard Tognetti, violinist, 58. Daniel Dae Kim, US actor, 55. Andrew Bartlett, politician, 59. Nathaniel Buzolic , actor, 40. Jessica Mauboy, singer, 34.

Aug 5: Loni Anderson, US actress, 78. Angry Anderson, rock singer, 76. John Jarratt, actor, 72. Samantha Sang , singer, 72. Jason Culina , soccer player, 43.

Aug 6: Daryl Somers, T V personality, 72. M Night Shyamalan, US film director, 53. Geri Halliwell , Spice Girls singer, 51. David Campbell , TV show host, 50. Stuart O’Grady, cyclist, 50. Shaun Timmins, footy player, 47. Melissa George, actress, 47.

Aug 7: Graeme Blundell, ac tor, 78. Greg Chappell, cricketer, 75. David Duchovny, US actor, 63. Sophie Lee, actress, 55. Megan Gale, model, 48. Charlize Theron, South African actress, 48. David Hicks, former Guantanamo Bay detainee, 48. Abbie Cornish, Lochinvar-born actress, 41.

Aug 8: John Laws adio personality, 88. Dustin Hoffman

former physician, 76. er, 64. The Edge

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Human Nature singer, 50.

Lee, cricketer, 50. Swiss tennis player, 42. Amorosi footy player, 40. Chang in the Harry Potter films, 36. Beatrice

35. Tyrone Peachey born footy player, 32.

Aug 9: Rod Laver

Melanie Griffi

Gillian Anderson

actress, 55.

Adelaide Kane

Jessica Mauboy

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cowboy cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 13 minutes

Servings 35 cookies

Calories 207 cal

Author Sam Merrit

INGREDIENTS

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter softened at room tempreature

1 cup (200g) dark brown sugar firmly packed

1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon bicarb soda

3/4 teaspoon table salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional

2 cups (212g) old-fashioned rolled oats

1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

1 cup coarsley chopped pecans

1 1/2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips

METHOD

1 Preheat oven to 175C (350F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

2 In a large bowl, combine butter and sugars and use an electric mixer to cream together until thoroughly combined and light and fluffy.

3 Add eggs and vanilla extract and stir until thoroughly combined.

4 In a separate bowl whisk together flour, bicarb soda, table salt, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined.

5 Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet (either using mixer on lowspeed or by hand) until ingredients are thoroughly combined.

6 Add oats, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips and use a spatula to stir together until ingredients are evenly distributed.

7 Drop cookie dough by heaping 2 tablespoon-sized scoop onto prepared baking sheet, and, if desired, use your hands to round into a ball (the dough will be a bit sticky, but this will make rounder, more uniform looking cookies). Space cookies at least 5cm apart.

8 Transfer to pre-heated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes and edges of cookies are light golden brown. Centers may seem slightly underbaked still, this is fine, allow cookies to cool completely on baking sheet where they will finish baking but still be soft and chewy.

GoT A LoT Of mOuThS tO fEeD

HIS NAME IS 'MHERV'

AND, LADIES AND GENTS, HE MAY SAVE YOUR LIFE!

HUNDREDS of men’s (and women’s) lives have been saved over the past half decade though a short visit to a unique visiting health service, which is coming to Dubbo in August.

“Mherv” – the Men’s Health Education Rural Van – is a fully equipped and staffed health unit targeted mainly at often medically-averse men, that provides basic but essential health checks that can make all the difference.

Organised by Rotary, with the support of the local Dubbo group, over the past five years it is estimated that more than 450 lives have been saved because of free basic health checks, Registered Nurse Leanne Garvey, who

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travels around NSW in Mherv, explained. “Don’t hesitate to give 10 minutes of your busy day to get a free basic health screening undertaken. Literally, It could save your life.”

Vital but straightforward tests that Leanne offers free include: blood pressure; cholesterol levels; blood sugar levels; with a general quick assessment of your health thrown in for good measure.

Mherv treats around 3500 patients each year, with it being little surprise at the number of doctor-dodging men who have undetected symptoms: around 40 per cent require a follow-up visit to a GP.

While men are the main

TIME WARP

Elsie Howie made contact with Dubbo Photo News recently after viewing the photograph in ‘Time Warp’ of newlyweds Mr and Mrs Kevin Murphy which bought to light the many cakes made for special occasions such as wedding days by local Dubbo cake decorator, May McCardle.

Here are Elsie’s comments about May and her cake decorating expertise:

“Those of us with memories of Dubbo going back into last century knew exactly who ‘Mrs McArdle’ was. She made and decorated the three-tiered, heart-shaped wedding cake for happy newlyweds presented in Dubbo Photo News of Mrs and Mrs Kevin Murphy whose charming picture from circa 1956 you reproduced in one of your editions. May McArdle, now aged 96, is still very much part of our community. In fact, May was out to lunch recently with members, past members and friends of the Seniors Walking Group which she led until very recently from its inception late last century. May reigned supreme in local cake decorating circles for decades… if there was a wedding, christening, birthday or other special event, you could be pretty sure that it was May who would have done the amazing decorations and, with the assistance of husband Eric, also made the fruit cakes.

I’m sure that there would be many families in the region who have

target of the free service, which is also supported by the Royal Freemasons Benevolent Institution (RFBI) and home carpet and upholstery cleaners, Electrodry, the facility does not discriminate, Project Leader Graeme Hooper explained.

“While men are our key target, as we don’t want them dropping dead in the paddock, ladies are also welcome,” Graeme said.

“Mherv” is in town on both Friday, August 25, from 9.30–3:30pm; and on Saturday, August 26, from 9.30–12.30pm, at the Dubbo Rotunda, corner of Church and Macquarie streets, Dubbo. There is no cost for a check-up.

For more information, go to: www.mherv.com.au

treasured photos of all those special occasions and the cakes which went with them.

The wealth of cakes she crafted using those delicate icing skills of the past (no psychedelic colours or pre-mixed icing on mud cakes, as these days) would have made an amazing exhibition in themselves. As over the years May’s photos have disappeared, it would be fantastic if Dubbo Photo News readers could email in photos of May’s cakes from their own albums, to present in another ‘Time Warp’ article.

At lunch, May was remembering who’d taught her those icing skills and having to get specially shaped tins made at TAFE.

May was also known across town for many decades via other avenues too, with guiding, and her association with Dubbo West Public School.

Thanks for those ‘Time Warp’ segments, eye openers to younger readers, I’m sure. And, yes, that wedding write-up itself was standard format back then, and no doubt fascinating for newcomers to our city, particularly those from other cultures.”

FEEDBACK by Elsie Howie

Hundreds of men's (and women's) lives have been saved over the past half decade though a short visit to a unique visiting health service, “Mherv” — the Men's Health Education Rural Van — which is coming to Dubbo in August.

PHOTO: ROTARY CLUB

Think FAST for signs of stroke

Next week is National Stroke Week (August 7-13) and the National Stroke Foundation is encouraging the community to fight stroke together. Stroke is one of Australia’s biggest killers. Each day, over 100 Australians have a stroke. Regional Australians are 17% more likely to suffer stroke than those living in major cities.

What is a stroke?

Stroke occurs when a blood vessel to the brain either becomes suddenly blocked (ischaemic stroke) or ruptures and bleeds (haemorrhagic stroke). Stroke can cause part of the brain to die, leading to problems with speech, thinking, movement and communication. Stroke is often fatal or can cause significant disability.

Who is at risk?

Stroke can happen to anyone at any age but high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and an irregular heartbeat like atrial fibrillation, increases the risk of stroke.

Think F.A.S.T.

Think F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the most common signs of stroke:

Face Check their face. Has their mouth drooped?

Arms Can they lift both arms?

Speech is their speech slurred? Do they understand you?

Time is critical. If you see any of these signs call 000 straight away.

A stroke is always a medical emergency.

If you think someone may be suffering a stroke, call 000 immediately.

Other signs of a stroke may include weakness, numbness or paralysis of the face, arm or leg, difficulty speaking or understanding, dizziness, loss of balance or an unexplained fall, sudden loss or decrease in vision, severe headache, or difficulty swallowing.

Signs of stroke may disappear within a short time, even within a few minutes. When this happens, it may be a transient ischaemic attack (TIA). After a TIA, your risk of stroke

is higher. A TIA is a warning that you may have a stroke and gives an opportunity to prevent this from happening.

Prevention

More than 80% of strokes can be prevented. The first step to preventing a stroke is a check-up with your GP who can assess your personal and family history along with blood pressure, cholesterol, heart rhythm and risk of diabetes. You can also reduce your own risk of stroke by staying active, eating well, reducing alcohol, and quitting smoking.

If you have any concerns or questions about your stroke risk, reach out to your GP and remember to Think F.A.S.T. and Act F.A.S.T.

GET A HEAD START ON YOUR SUMMER FITNESS GOALS

We welcome all ages, families, walkers and runners. Free training plans on our website for all abilities.

5.3km, 10km, 21.1km, 42.2km

Plus our inclusive Wallaby Wheel, Walk or Run Register with QR Code or at Dubbostampede.com.au

AUTHOR BIO

Dr Heather Russell is a GP in Orange and Lecturer in Rural Health at the University of Sydney School of Rural Health in Orange.

Here’s to many more – Sing Out Choir First Birthday

By KEN SMITH

Happy First Birthday Dubbo’s Sing Out Choir.

With their very successful recent first public performance at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and another concert in the works for 2024, it was time for a very special get together to celebrate the first birthday.

A BIG thank you to all involved and there are many

who give their time and their talents to make this very important regular activity happen.

The Sing Out Choir is an initiative of Lourdes Hospital dementia counsellor Anne Gemmell, designed as a specialised interactive music therapy program that will benefit the whole Dubbo community.

Betty, Sandra and Ann

Singing Happy Birthday and cutting the cake

Time for another song

Sharon, Mary, Wally and Camilla

Spike and Dayle

Alan and Anne

‘Death of a Salesman’ heartbreaking, sad, brilliant

IT’S one the saddest, most iconic, plays of the 20th century, dealing with the dehumanising qualities of rampant consumerism and careerism, and it’s coming to Dubbo in August.

Arthur Miller’s heartbreaking masterpiece, Death of a Salesman will be at Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) for two performances on Friday, August 18.

Well-known Australian actor Paul English takes on the iconic and moving role of Willy Loman, “a salesman with his feet on the subway stairs, and his head in the stars.”

Since its premiere in the late 1940s, the two-act play has gained in reputation throughout the years, and is now considered a modern-day work of genius. The unfolding tragedy of the salesman, Willy’s life; his dreams; his worries; his failures; and his family, is analogous and recognisable for many, even after three-quarters of a century.

Margot Knight (Prisoner, Neighbours, Blue Heelers) completes this nuclear family as the self-effacing matriarch Linda Loman. Knight successfully portrays Linda’s oscillating temperament as she converses with her husband and sons.

With Willy, she is submissive; caring; supportive and doomed to a hopeless life. While, with her sons, she is more direct and assertive.

Manager of Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre Linda Christof said that Dubbo is fortunate to be only one of three NSW venues to present this legendary work following an extensive tour of 21 performances throughout Victoria.

“Basically, it’s a story of an ordinary man in 1949 chasing the American Dream; it’s a storyline that traverses countries and is just as accurate in 2023,” she said. “It’s one of those gutsy

plays that will have you talking about it with friends for a long time.”

This production has earned rave reviews, with the Melbourne Age describing it as “a tragic masterpiece”. It added: “Traditionalists will love it; all the creativity gets poured into moulding fully inhabited characters through which the play’s enduring questions are explored.”

Tickets for the 10am or 8pm performance on Friday, August 18, can be booked online through: drtcc.com.au; by visiting the theatre box office; or by calling 6801 4378.

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Level 1, 178 Macquarie St, Dubbo NSW 2830 or email details to: myentry@panscott.com.au

One entry per week per person please. Entries close at the end of the month. All entries received during the month go into the one big draw. The first correct entry drawn wins.

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“Wallaby Wheel” shows Stampede is a “running festival for everyone”!

By DAVID DIXON

“A Running Festival for Everyone”, is more than just a catchy slogan for the Dubbo Stampede; they mean it with all their heart!

With Dubbo Photo News a Media Partner for this wonderful regional event, organisers want to get all locals involved in the fun of the run and, in that, they do mean “everyone”.

One of the features of this year’s series, is the second ever running of the one-kilometre “Wallaby Wheel”; a special event to touch the emotions of everyone, organiser Maree Barnes believes.

“We have just opened up registration for the ‘Wallaby Wheel Walk and Run’; it’s for entrants with a disability, any type, physical or intellectual,” Maree explained.

“Some come in wheelchairs, with mobility aides, sight-impaired, it’s only a fledgling event, and we really want to promote it,” she added.

She said that the inaugural Walk last year, proved one of the highlights of the five-race festival, based around Dubbo’s Taronga Western Plains Zoo.

“They start one kilometre from the finish line and, last year, there were hundreds of other competitors waiting for the half-marathon to start,” Maree recalled.

“So, as they came towards

the finish line, we had hundreds of participants cheering them on, you should have seen the smiles on their faces, it was an absolute joy, it was one of the highlights of my life,” she enthused.

To encourage those for whom a kilometre is a marathon, the organisers have made participation, as simple as possible, Maree said.

“We’d really like people to enter, so we’re having free entry for people with a disability and their carers.

“The aim is to take away any barriers for entry… these are people, for whom this event, is an enormous achievement, something, for which the rest of us may take for granted,” Maree said.

The Wallaby Wheel is one of five events at this year’s Stampede that also includes the 42km full-marathon “Rhino Ramble”, the half-marathon “Zebra Zoom”, the 10km “Cheetah Chase and the 5.3km “Dingo Dash”.

“The Dash is really popular with families… we have people also run in animal outfits as well,” Maree explained.

“It does range from people who do the event as a family fun run, to some really serious runners,” she concluded.

• For more info; go to: www.dubbostampede.com.au

1962 EK Holden

Shark-fin EK a Shark-fin EK classic model from the boomtime 1960s

BY DAVID DIXON

The EK Holden was the first new GMH model released in the 1960s and was a clear-break from the smooth, rounded, utilitarian Holdens of the early post-war years. With its classic shark-fin rear lights, stylishly aesthetic body-shaping, two-tone colour scheme, stainless steel trims, as well as chrome special badges, it foretold an era of increasing affluence and national self-confidence. Like the FB series that it replaced, all EK models were powered by a 138 cubic inches (2260cc) inline six cylinder engine commonly referred to in Australia (due to its paint colour) as a “grey motor” that produced about 75-brake horse-power

With a production run of 150,214 vehicles, the EK sold well in several overseas markets including New Zealand, South-East Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It also did well in South Africa, where it was marketed as being “Built for a country like ours” and, due to its rugged build, was subsequently very popular with farmers. The EK was replaced by the more boxy, modular contemporary-looking Holden EJ series in July 1962. However, it has remained exceedingly popular as a classic model from the now-lost age of Australian motor car manufacturing.

With its classic shark-fin rear lights, stylishly aesthetic body-shaping, twotone colour scheme, stainless steel trims, as well as chrome special badges, the Holden EK, foretold an era of increasing affluence and national self-confidence.

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VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH

The Dubbo Stampede depends on 140 volunteers each year from community organisations such as West Dubbo, Dubbo City and South Dubbo Rotary clubs; Girl Guides; the Vixens and Kits running group; this year’s fundraising recipient Tradies in Sight, plus individuals who just want to help.

West Dubbo Rotary Club member and secretary Nicole Shanks has volunteered with Dubbo Stampede for 12 years.

“It seemed an easy task to do and you had the opportunity to help others out to make their event a success,” Nicole said. On the day, which this year is Sunday, August 27, Nicole can be found working at one of the many water stations passing water to the runners.

“When there is a gap in the participants, I clean up the cups if runners miss the garbage bins, so the area is tidy and not a hazard. Plus I’ve also done a little bit of marshalling, and I like to say encouraging words to runners as they go by, just to give them a bit of positivity.”

Nicole’s commitment to the event is one day a year and she typically starts at 6.30am, ending around noon. “The early morning

NICOLE SHANKS Volunteer, Dubbo Stampede

starts are always a challenge - especially when it is really cold and frosty, and you can see the mist on the river water, but it’s only for a few hours on one day and the organisers will find you a position where you can help out to fit with how much time you can give.”

Nicole feels valued as the participants are very appreciative of volunteers giving their time and the majority say thank you as they are running or walking by. “I’m inspired about how some people can complete the Stampede and take it seriously, while others come for the social side, and it’s a way to meet up with friends and family, and some get dressed up in costumes,” Nicole said.

As an active member of the Dubbo West Rotary for 11 years, Nicole frequently volunteers at their various events such as Carols By Candlelight; Rotary’s annual Trailer Raffle; and the Michael Egan Memorial Book Fair.

“I enjoy giving my time where I can, and you know you’ve changed the lives of people when you feel valued and appreciated. The funds raised from the Dubbo Stampede are put back into the community to help others, too, which is what Rotary is all about. It

could be one simple thing that you wouldn't think could be significant, but it can have an enormous impact on others.”

Dubbo Stampede is on Sunday August 27, and organisers would love to hear from anyone who can help. Please email: contact@dubbostampede.com.au

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Rotary Club of West Dubbo

Secretary Nicole Shanks has volunteered for Dubbo Stampede for 12 years.

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Buninyong Public School Kinder Dolphins

The Kinder Dolphins have been superstars in STEAM lessons last term. Students are pictured here designing a house using a range of materials. As a team they worked together to construct their house and problem solved along the way. We were pretty impressed with the buildings they created!

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

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

Being eager to learn opens doors at Fletchers

By YVETTE AUBUSSON-FOLEY

SMRITI Shrestha joined Fletcher International Exports (Fletchers) three years ago this week, starting out as a packer in the cold boning fabrication room. But it wasn’t long before Smriti was given the opportunity to spread her wings within the company.

“I got a chance to grow myself by having lots of training and then to learn about being a quality assurance officer, and I worked in that role for almost one-and-ahalf years and was learning a lot of things about the meat industry. Then two months ago, I got the chance to learn new things and I’m now in the quality assurance management team working with documentation to make sure the quality assurance officers are all doing the right thing,” the 34-year-old said.

At the beginning of her tenure with Fletchers, Smriti thought she’d only stay for around six months.

“I came to Australia as a student and I studied a masters in professional accounting in Sydney but – with the COVID outbreak – visas being issued prioritised things like nursing, naturally, and the expectation for many accounting jobs is that you have to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, so I worked for a wastepaper recycling company for a while then I decided to move regionally, outside Sydney.

“When I was looking for jobs I mostly heard about Fletcher International and that they give opportunities for people and, if you’re trying for a job, just try. And within four days of applying I got the chance for an interview and I thought I’d just stay six months, but slowly I started doing it and I love the job, and I never thought I’d love working in the meat industry, and now I’m thinking of sticking here a long time.”

Smriti says the best on the job experience so far was becoming a quality assurance officer.

“When I came here I told them I want to learn if I get the chance, I’m interested to learn, then there was a COVID outbreak so we had to shut down the company and then I thought, oh, my chance of learning will never come. It was almost six months, but then suddenly I got a call from the department asking me if I was still interested, and of course I said, ‘Yes!’.

“I did think, you know, well, I’m from Nepal, maybe we won’t get the chance… but here at Fletchers they give chances to everybody especially if you’re eager to learn. When I started in the new role it was so interesting because I was learning the reasons why we do the things we do, so the day I got the call was the best day on the job for me,” Smriti said.

Another highlight is to be visited by the company owner, Roger Fletcher.

“When we were packing, he used to come and guide us, he would show us how and sometimes if there’s lots of production then he comes and works beside us. In our country, if you are the boss, you won’t be meeting your people like that… it’s very separate, they’re above you.

“Here, we see the main person is coming and helping, and it’s so good. They are interested in their business personally. I tell my family about this company and they’re so proud of me knowing I’m getting a chance to improve myself because it’s true they give everyone opportunity.”

The experience for Smriti has been a positive one and she’s no longer looking back.

“When I decided not to pursue accounting, I was a little disappointed but now my husband says to me, ‘oh, you’re so satisfied’ and it’s because I love my work at Fletchers,” Smriti said.

“When I first came here, I was very homesick and I cried for two years, but now I got used to it and with my job and my life, it’s good now. I call my family in Nepal a lot, and I miss them, but I’m enjoying living here because there are lots of opportunities compared to Nepal.

Outside of work, Smriti enjoys cooking traditional Nepalese foods.

“In my country, we depend on our parents, even if we have time we never cook, but here we have no choice, so we try lots

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To contribute ideas: email dubboworks@dubbophotonews.com.au phone 6885 4433 txt 0429 452 245

Scholarships helping educate the next generation of ‘allied health professionals’

ORANA Early Childhood Intervention (OECI) recently presented its prestigious scholarships for 2023 to “allied health professionals” –those studying speech, occupational therapy, or physiotherapy.

The scholarships honour OECI’s unique history, a community-based not-for-profit that has supported children with special needs in Dubbo; Wellington; Narromine; Warren; Trangie; Gilgandra; Tottenham; Nyngan and Yeoval for more than 35 years.

The awards are also designed to foster and encourage the skills of up-and-coming local allied health professionals, as well as providing a pathway for further career development.

“Our relationships within our community, as well as our relationships with the families that we work with, begin to describe why we do what we do at Orana Early Childhood Intervention,” Dubbo’s OECI Service Manager Merryn An-

derson said.

“We recognise and value the importance of family, and relationships, building capacity and striving towards inclusion,” Ms Anderson added.

The four scholarships presented this year were:

The Nola Honeysett Scholarship awarded to Anna Ward, a student in the second year of studying speech pathology at the University of Newcastle.

This scholarship commemorates Nola’s commitment and dedication to Orana Early Childhood intervention, with involvement in the fundraising committee, before joining the Board of Management and becoming the Chairperson. Nola was also recognised as a Patron for Orana Early Childhood Intervention in 2020, commemorating her significant service and commitment.

The Ruth O’Brien Scholarship awarded to Jessica Ryan and Chelsea Hunter, both third year stu-

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Head Teacher English – Secondary Dubbo College Delroy Campus

APPLICANTS must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position.

Criteria include successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice; knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs; and educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams. Successful candidates can demonstrate well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capac-

dents studying speech pathology at the University of Newcastle. This scholarship commemorates Ruth’s involvement with Orana Early Childhood Intervention from its initial meetings in establishing an early intervention centre in Dubbo. Ruth later became a valuable board member for many years as a board member for Orana Early Childhood Intervention.

The Regional Australia Bank Scholarship awarded to Victoria Prince, a student in the fourth and final year of studying speech pathology at Charles Sturt University in Albury. This scholarship was provided through the Regional Australia Bank Community Partnership program to support the skills of allied health students moving away to complete study and to one day, hopefully, return to work within the Dubbo Allied Health workforce.

During the presentation of scholarships, Ms Anderson thanked re-

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ity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents, plus show the ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.

A knowledge of, and commitment to, the department’s Aboriginal education policies is required.

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity. Visit seek.com.au for more information.

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DUBBO WORKS WANTS YOU!

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

To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@ dubbophotonews.com.

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cipients, family members, and other attendees, for supporting this iconic local service.

“It’s an honour to be able to contribute to growing our local workforce and supporting our Orana area students,” she concluded.

Scholarships will be open again

in July 2024, interested allied health locals from the Orana region studying speech, occupational therapy, or physiotherapy can go to: www.oeci.org.au to apply. For enquiries about career opportunities, call 6882 0599 or email: info@oeci.org.au.

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au or phone 6885 4433 or visit us at Level 1, 178 Macquarie Street, Dubbo.

What are your role and responsibilities? I am very fortunate to head up the Marketing and Creative Service Team for Dubbo Regional Council, where we look after the marketing and creative services delivery for both corporate, council-owned facilities and Dubbo Region as a must-visit destination. Did you grow up in Dubbo? No, I didn’t. When you were little, what did you think you wanted to be? I was

a little obsessed with Girlfriend magazine and high-end fashion when I was young, which is why I wanted to be a model who travelled the world. It always sounded so much more glamorous than what it is! Did you study after school? If so, what and where? Yes, marketing and communications in Toowoomba and Sydney. Prior to your current job, what did you do?

I worked in media for 11 years in Sydney, looking after the top digital brands in Australia. How did you land your current job? I saw the job advertised while on

maternity leave and then

I had a discussion with the director, who I really admire, and the rest is history.

What do you love most about it? I love that we are a new department and we have a great team. I see so much potential and opportunity.

What are some of the more challenging aspects? Understanding the world of council.

Can you tell me about a career highlight to date? I have been really fortunate throughout my career to have many highlights and mentors that have supported me. However, even though I’ve

worked with elite media brands such as Channel Nine; 9Honey; News. com.au, kidspot.com.au, That’s Life magazine, to name a few and worked with the best talent that Australia has to offer, I still think kicking off my own business to help support mum-owned businesses at mummajones.com.au has definitely been my career highlight so far.

What do you love about forging a career in Dubbo? I have worked with the top brands in media and it’s so exciting to bring my knowledge back, implement and make an impact in the place I now call home with my family.

Orana Early Childhood Intervention (OECI), recently presenting its prestigious scholarships for 2023, with Chelsea Hunter, one of the Third Year Scholarship winners. IMAGE: SUPPLIED.

New Council Chambers befitting biggest town in the Golden West

GREATEST city in the Golden West, Dubbo finally has a Council Chambers befitting our major regional centre.

Dubbo Regional councillors officially opened the new Council Chamber last week, just before July’s Ordinary Council Meeting.

Described as “the cornerstone of transparent governance and community engagement”, attendees included current councillors, with the mayor and councillors dressed in their formal robes, as well as former mayors, councillors and directors, with Councillor Lewis Burns performing a smoking ceremony, while local

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resident Elissa Burden performed the national anthem

The new chamber is now part of a multi-purpose suite of rooms on the ground floor of the Dubbo Civic Administration Building (CAB), allowing staff to utilise the room as a meeting room when not in use as a chamber.

The milestone marks a significant step forward for Dubbo’s enhanced services and improved public engagement, with the change providing community members with improved disabled access and toilet facilities.

“The new Council Chamber is where the future of our region

will be shaped,” Dubbo Mayor Councillor Mathew Dickerson said. “The new chamber is the heart of our civic engagement, enabling us to work collaboratively and transparently with our community members. This chamber symbolises our commitment to build a better and more accessible future together,” he added.

Councillors elected to move the chamber from the previous location to the ground floor during the Ordinary Meeting of Council in March, 2023.

“Being on the ground floor of the CAB the Council Chambers

are now easily accessible to all community members, and new technology in the chamber in terms of speakers and microphones will make it even easier for the public to access and listen to the meetings,” Cr Dickerson said. “It means our community will be able to more clearly see governance in action and join us in the public gallery of the new Council Chamber for both the Ordinary and Committee meetings twice each month,” he added.

The new chamber will house a new visual and audio system which consists of three televi-

sions, two for councillors and one for members of the public gallery; 22 desk microphones and an additional four handheld microphones; a hearing loop; new ceiling speakers and amplifiers and the capability to control the room set-up from a control panel.

The integration of the technology enables a higher quality live stream of council meetings, making them accessible to community members who cannot attend in person.

The former Council Chamber on level two of the CAB will be decommissioned and turned into additional office space for staff.

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The annual chemical clean out will occur on Saturday 12 August for Dubbo and Wellington.

of Village Life.

Those interested in finding out more about participating should contact Local Studies Officer, Simone Taylor at simone.taylor@ dubbo.nsw.gov.au or 6801 4444

Community members can use the drop off point at the Dubbo Regional Council Works Depot on Hawthorn Street from 8am - 11am and drop off at the Wellington Waste Station on Nanima Village Road from 1pm - 4pm.

For more information visit cleanout.com.au

Macquarie Regional Library has an extensive eResources collection comprising of over 40,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks, nearly 5,000 eMagazines as well as online films and newspapers.

To borrow, visit mrl.nsw.gov.au and click on the Online Library tab.

Dubbo Regional Council held a Citizenship Ceremony in Wellington on Tuesday 25 July. Six new residents made their pledge to Australia, officially becoming Australian Citizens.

Council would like to congratulate these residents on their Citizenship and thank them for choosing the Dubbo Region as their home.

Opening the new Dubbo Council Chambers (from left): Cr Richard Ivey; Cr Matthew Wright; Cr Vicki Ethridge; Mayor Mathew Dickerson; Cr Damien Mahon (on camera); Cr Jessica Gough; Cr Shibli Chowdhury; Cr Lewis Burns; Cr Pamella Wells, and Cr Joshua Black cut the ribbon to officially open the new Council Chamber.

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Wellington Redback Spiderettes play Mudgee Wombats

PHOTOS BY COLIN ROUSE

Wellington Spiderettes

Left: Tim Billiards, Manti Morse and Bennie the DogJordan Payne and Ben Simmons

Maykuyla and Justin and Bearis

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up to Adam at Burson Auto Parts who really went out of his way to help a lady with a problem Ford.

Thumbs up and a BIG thank-you to Tony Quinn at Bob Jane T-Marts Dubbo. My mother-in-law was the victim of crime recently when her car was stolen and taken for a joy ride. Whilst the vehicle was soon recovered, it had suffered damage to tyres and rims. Tony and his staff repaired the damage in a speedy fashion and refused to take payment for their work. A very big thanks again to all at Bob Jane T-Marts. Your kindness and compassion in this instance is very much appreciated.

Thumbs up to our neighbour for training their dog to bark less. Mornings are now peaceful. We really appreciate it.

Thumbs up to the two young women who stopped to help an elderly lady who was cutting up branches to fit in the bin. What a lovely act of kindness.

Thumbs up to the guys and gals at Poppyseed Cafe. A delightful place to eat, drink, chat and relax. A little oasis of calm.

Thumbs up to drivers who use their blinkers correctly, especially when on roundabouts. I was driving through one of Dubbo’s busiest roundabouts this week and every other driver was doing the right thing, and I loved the orderly nature of it all! Go Dubbo!

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

Inner Wheel changeover with new president Susan Furnell

Contributed by B HOWELLS

ONE of the major club events of the year, the Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon, was held in mid-July with a number of local members, visitors, and special guests in attendance for the function at the Savannah Room, Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.

The visitors included the District Chairperson Janet Power from Blayney, who was also accompanied by a number of fellow Central Tablelands’ members,

As part of the traditional changeover, Past President Meryl Usback handed her “collar” for 2023/24 to Susan Furnell.

Susan was then inducted for the coming year, with friends and members of the club witnessing this special occasion.

The new president then proceeded to announce her committee and executive members who will assist her in the coming 12 months.

Members then congratulated all the new position holders and wished them a very successful year.

In other good news, two more members were also inducted by Mrs Power at the luncheon, which brings the number of members in Dubbo Inner Wheel to a very healthy 55.

International Inner Wheel is fast approaching its first century, being formed in 1924 with the aim of having a club of women to support the community. The theme for the year 2023/24 is “Shine A

Donations from last year’s fund-raising efforts have now been made to various not-for-profit community groups in

Above: Past President Meryl Usback handing her “collar” for 2023/24 over to new President Susan Furnell at Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon.

Left: Cheryl Pfeiffer, Sue Furnell, and Denise Carmichael.

Left middle: Marg Hughes, Penny Meers, and Past President Meryl Usback.

Far left: Table setting with banner at Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon, one of their major events of the year.

All lined up and ready to go! The new executive for 2023/24 at Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon.

At Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon Cheryl Pfeeiff er, Barb Norrie, Annette Storer, Sharon Scherrer and Jo Murphy.

District Chair Janet Power, and Dubbo Past President Meryl Usback entertaining local and visiting members at Dubbo Inner Wheel’s 61st Changeover Luncheon.

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MORE THAN A GET-TOGETHER: PROPERTY MANAGER’S DAY, SHOW’S INDUSTRY ROLE

It’s only been going four years, but, already, National Property Manager’s Day has become a feature of the local real estate calendar.

The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales’ (REINSW) Orana Division’s event this year was another resounding success, held in the courtyard of the charming Poppy Seed Cafe on Darling St.

The day was attended by more than 30 property managers and representatives from six local agencies.

Adding to the event’s significance, Dubbo Mayor, Mathew Dickerson, and State Local Member and NSW National Party Leader, Dugald Saunders, attended to express their appreciation for property managers and gain insight into the challenges they face.

Co-chair of REINSW Orana Division, Tara Searle, added that the event is far more than just a get-together of local realtors.

“Our annual event is a critical opportunity to recognise the exceptional efforts property managers invest every year,” she said.

“This year, more than ever, their dedication and resilience have been at the forefront of navigating the shifting sands of the real estate landscape,” she added.

Co-chair of the group, Laura Shooter mirrored her colleague’s comments and emphasised the critical role property managers play in serving both renters and investors.

“Property managers are an essential part of any community’s service infrastructure,” Ms Shooter said.

“They are indeed deserving of all the recognition they receive,” she added.

Adding to the success of the event were industry suppliers SATS (Smoke Alarm Testing Services) and Tapi – a property care platform enabling improved tenant reporting, faster job tracking and smarter maintenance planning.

Their sponsorship and participation demonstrated their commitment to making property managers’ lives better.

The day served not only as a celebration of the vital role of property managers in the real estate industry, but also as a networking platform, fostering shared experiences and community within the profession.

The REINSW Orana Division, was

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WHAT SAY KIDS

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How old are you, Zach? Four. What have you been playing outside? Running, we’re playing hide and seek.

What’s your favourite inside game? T-Rex… Grrrrrr!

Oh, does your T-Rex toy have a name? Yes. T-Rex, and I’m bigger and scarier than him. Do you have pets at home?

Yes, a fishy and doggy.

What kind of fish have you got? A fishy-fish.

Do you know what colour it is? Nopey. What does it do all day? Swim in the tank.

What does it eat? Fishy food and I get to feed it sometimes.

What’s your fish’s name? Fishy fish.

What do you want to be when you grow up? A T-Rex. Will your job be to scare people? Yes!!! I’ll roar but I won’t eat people.

*Careful! Words can go corners,aroundnot just in a straight line!

Wordfind

Theme: Countries

Crossmath

Drop Down

No. 095

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.

P S

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YOUR STARS

ARIES: You have an exciting week in store! Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy yourself. You’ll help a friend financially. At work, a project should enrich you considerably. You may need to rest or at least focus your energy more effectively.

TAURUS: Your sense of initiative and determination will enable you to reach the finish line. Think about this: you must like your job to feel at home in it. Your significant other will organise some romantic moments.

GEMINI: You’ll attend an event that brings many people together. If you’re an artist, your extraordinary imagination will enable you to create a masterpiece. Follow your intuition to make the right choices.

CANCER: You’re short on time and must carefully plan your activities. A little relaxation is needed to ease the stress. Take the time to reconnect with old friends.

LEO: Give yourself a break before the end of the winter season. Pay attention to the small de tails, especially if it concerns a long-term project or your job. You’ll have the opportunity to let off steam at a party, probably one planned to celebrate you.

VIRGO: Your emotions are running high and could cause you to go a bit overboard. Be careful with money. You tend to make impulse purchases. Spoil yourself in moderation. At the very least, treat yourself to something you really like.

LIBRA: After being promoted, you might need to purchase a new wardrobe that reflects your new position at work. You’ll invest in your image for both professional and personal reasons; you want to look good at work and when you go out.

SCORPIO: You’ll handle several work emergencies. You’ll be generously rewarded for your time You’ll be entitled to an impressi ve promotion, among other things. A new flame will solidify their commitment to you, even if it’s just to live together.

SAGITTARIUS: You’re a perfectionist and will achieve great masterpieces one after the other during your daily activities. Patience and wisdom will benefit you. You’ll be able to work magic in your relationship.

CAPRICORN: You’ll spend part of the week at home. If you have young children, you’ll have a lot of responsibility on your shoulders. A particular situation could keep you at home. If you’re single, you may be surprised to meet someone.

AQUARIUS: You’ll travel more than anticipated, and it may all take a little longer than you thought . Don’t turn down invitations from your friends and family. Have fun; you need to let go! A property deal could be profitable for you.

PISCES: You’ll find a solution to a financial problem. Don’t hesitate to consult your friends or a professional to sort out your money issues. You’ll be approved to finance a project.

Quiz

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Pass (6)

4 Suggestion (8)

9 Theoretically (2,5)

11 Eighth of a mile (7)

12 Body of water to the East of Italy (8,3)

13 Belonging to a male (3)

14 Backlight device (8)

16 Rectal irrigation (5)

19 Zest (5)

1 In what year was Gmail first released (in beta): 1998, 2001 or 2004?

2 Bundaberg is a city found in which Australian state?

3 Does the term ‘BreadTube’ refer to content creators on the left or right side of the political spectrum?

4 What is the title of Taylor Swift’s studio album released in December 2020?

5 Which company owns the social cataloging site Goodreads?

6 Taipei is the capital of which country?

7 In terms of image resolution, what does dpi stand for?

8 What is a drupe?

9 Teresa Palmer (pictured) stars as which character in the British fantasy series A Discovery of Witches?

10 In what year was the first female editor of The Age appointed?

20 Seasoned smoked beef (8)

22 Take unlawfully from (3)

24 Condition for an agreement (11)

26 Gambling buildings (7)

27 Retention (7)

29 Wild guess (4,4)

30 Withdraw from federation (6)

Edgeword

No. 095

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

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DOWN

1 Self (3)

2 Edible shoots (9)

3 Prefix meaning above (5)

5 Decline (6)

6 Long-lasting (9)

7 Laziness (5)

8 Law (11)

10 Very large, horned, planteating animals (6)

12 Representation of an abstract meaning (11)

15 Hundreds and — (9)

17 Destroy (9)

18 Prizes (6)

21 Ignominious failure (6)

23 Bovine ruminant (US) (5)

25 Sun-dried brick (5)

28 Ogle (3)

9-Letter

No. 095

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

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OUT ON A LIMB by Gary Kopervas

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THE TOONS’ VIEWS

TIME WARP

The Truckie Gourmet

By Jenet Stewart

Marlies and Theo Alder called into Dubbo Photo News lately to share some more light on a previous story by Steve Hodder on the service stations surrounding Dubbo’s business district.

The Alders operated the Golden Fleece Roadhouse on Bourke Street in Dubbo for a number of years during the 70s and 80s. They

also went onto operate Restaurant Edelweiss where Down the Lane is located today.

Theo provided a pristine copy of the Truck and Bus Transportation Magazine’s ‘The Truckie Gourmet’ section with a snippet which was written about the pair back in 1974.

We tried reprinting the magazine copy, however the print was far too small to read. So, here’s an excerpt from the magazine. It’s quite humorously written and a funny read:

WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER?

Do you have memories of the Dubbo of yesteryear that you’d like to share? Contact us at: photos@dubbophotonews.com.au

We’d love to include your photos in a future edition.

By Bluey Tucker

Some towns seem to be designed with the express idea of letting strangers starve to death.

Take Dubbo (but not too far, because I one morning, coming from the west and to go on a diet, so I was looking for a place to have a last good feed before starting to

One run through the town and I’d come up with two results: zero roadhouses and

So, in desperation, I called into a service station and asked the cove where I could give the laughing gear a bit of a workout.

“Best feed in town is on the Gilgandra Road,” he said, neglecting to add that it his pumps as I did a quick about face, and headed where he’d pointed.

It was a Golden Fleece joint, but not one of their palaces. Good looking but plain, on the

A Swiss couple was running it, and that’s a good sign. I’ve got a mate who reckons the Swiss make the best restaurant owners, but

Theo and Marlies Alder were the people European names.

than superstitious.

Most tables had four sears. Two had six. There was a kiddie’s chair too, which will

posters of Switzerland on the walls and big blue balls hanging from the ceiling. Nothing

I sat down next to three other blokes who One of them was tackling a steak and giving it a bit of a savaging, eating with all about a quarter of a pound of steak to one side of his mouth and told me it was one of the best he’d ever caught. I mean tasted.

pineapple juice and eggs and bacon. Even if I did tell them not to spare the pig.

the menu. The breakfast menu had apple, orange, pineapple or tomato juice for 25 with fruit. Rump steak and one egg was scrambled eggs or sweet corn on toast for the even dollar. Poached egg were 95 cents, fried eggs 85 cents (water must be dearer baked beans 85 cents. was 28 cents.

and a T-bone $2.00.

steak sandwich and chips for 90 cents, and charges more for corn than steak has got to have either cheap steak or a corn shortage. consisted of two eggs, two slices of bacon of toast, too.

I suppose it’s hard to ruin bacon and eggs, but this was great, real Tucker gold medal eat at Dubbo, but it’s worth the trip.

A snippet of the Truckie Gourmet from 1974, written about Theo and Marlies Alder’s Golden Fleece Service Station and their outstanding food which was reported on by Bluey Tucker, a writer for the Truck and Bus Transportation Magazine. Photo: Dubbo Photo News.

‘T and M Alder, Golden Fleece Roadhouse, Dubbo.’

Dubbo reaches Wuthering Heights

By KEN SMITH

Dubbo has now joined the worldwide phenomenon

‘The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever’.

The inspiration is to recreate the video for Kate Bush’s debut single Wuthering Heights and thousands from all over Australia and the world gather at events mainly held in July, raising money for charity.

With the enthusiasm generated by Dubbo’s first event on Sunday, July 30, 2023, be ready for the invitation to gather in July 2024 and if you want to get a head-start perfecting the moves, the Wuthering Heights video is easily found online.

James Eddy

“The most Wuthering Heights Day Ever” has arrived in Dubbo. See you next year

Cheryl Burke, Peita Buchanan and Vicki AlandVal Clark, Mathew Dickerson and Alicia LeggettHelen Whalley and Val Clark

Tonya Lego and Sandra Gaffney

Sharon Quill, Dugald Saunders and Camilla Ward

Jackie Lindsay and Samantha EddySonia Thomsen and Lisa Ryan

Jemima Quilty and Lorna Brennan

Tilly and MillyNatalie and Mel, Front, Gabrielle

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Ladies Luncheon: Saturday, August 5, 12 Noon, Devil’s Hollow Brewery, Blue Ridge Business Park, Bev 6884 5401

Talbragar CWA: Saturday, August 5, 2pm, CWA Hall, 45L Boothenba Road, Dubbo.

Meet to discuss a stall at Centro on Friday August 18 from 8.30am. Ronda, 68885231.

Dubbo and District Family History

Society Convict Records Training Class:

Monday, August 7, 10.30am - 11.30am, with Jo Murphy, Music Room, WPCC, Community Centre, $5 DDFHS members, $10 non-members, RSVP by July 27. Text Jo 0438511980 or call Linda 6887 8284.

COMING SOON

Dubbo and District Family History Society UK Census Records Training

Class: Monday, Sept 4, 10.30am - 11.30am, with Linda Barnes, Music Room, WPCC, Community Centre,$5 DDFHS members, $10 non-members, RSVP by August 31. Text Jo 0438511980 or call Linda 6887 8284.

Dubbo and District Family History Society War Records Training Class:

Monday, Nov 6, 10.30am - 11.30am, with Lesley Abrahams and Jo Murphy, Music Room, WPCC, Community Centre, $5 DDFHS members, $10 non-members, RSVP by Nov 2. Text Jo 0438511980 or call Linda 6887 8284.

THURSDAY

Above Board Gamers: SECOND and FOURTH

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

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

Badminton: 7.30pm-9.30pm, Delroy High School Auditorium, East Street, West Dubbo, $5 to play ($3, school students), $22 insurance ($15, school students). Chris 6887 3413

Bingo - South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 11am-12.30pm, West Dubbo Bowling Club. Barry 0439 344 349 Coffee, Craft and Chat: 9.30am-12pm, Gospel Hall, Cnr of Boundary Road and Taylor St. Anne 0428 425 958

Croquet: 8.45am for 9am start, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. Kate 0409 927 140, Lillian 0429 471 921

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

CWA Wongarbon Handicraft: SECOND Thursday of the month, Liz 0401 174 883.

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

Digital skills for seniors: FREEone-on-one help for smartphone, tablet/iPad, laptop or going online. Connecting Community Services, 31-33 Church Street. Contact, 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 and Gipps St

Heart Support Walking Group: 12.30pm, (also Tuesdays), Ollie Robbins Oval, Cnr of Bligh Street. Supports gentle exercise promoting healthy hearts, 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: 5.45pm (in summer), Sandy Beach amenities block. Come and try dragon boating, your first five paddles are Free. info@outbackdragons.com.au, Robyn 0427462504

Wellington Arts and Crafts: 10am-3pm, Small Hall in the Anglican Church grounds, Wellington, variety of crafts, activities and workshops offered. 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.

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, Cnr Palmer and High Streets. 3D printing, robotics, pottery, and more. 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: 6.30-8pm. 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. Lorna 0416 240 626. Dubbo View Club cards and games: Friday, August 4, 1pm, Oak Tree Village, Shirley 0427822874

Lunchtime Prayer Group - Dubbo Anglican Church: 1-2pm in Brotherhood House, 158 Brisbane Street. Bring your lunch Narromine Food Barn: 9am-11am, Lowcost groceries and FREE fruit, vegetables and bread with any purchase to people in need. Ken Rumble on 0414 477 365

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. 0459 762 702

Western Plains Trefoil Guild: SECOND Friday of each month, 10.30am, Dubbo West Guide Hall. 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. 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: Saturday 15 th July from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park Cumnock (opposite General Store). Phone 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: FIRST and THIRD Saturday of the month, 4pm, 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 and Gipps St.

GEURIE LIONS CLUB MARKET DAY: Saturday July 29. More than 60 store holders, Commencing at 8.30am, Wise Park, Mitchell Highway, Geurie. To book a stall phone Peter Perry 68 466 353 or email oldstation@skymesh. com.a

Outback Writers Centre Hub Meeting:

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

Outback Writers Centre Write-in: THIRD Saturday of the month, (Feb-Nov), 11.30am1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Cnr Darling and Wingewarra Sts. 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 wel-

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RSL Tennis Club: 12.30pm, 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 Bible Study: 9.30am, Sabbath School and children’s/ youth Sabbath School, 11am, Divine Service. Cnr Cobra and Sterling Sts. dubbo.adventist.org.au

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

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

Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery opposite Cameron Park, Preloved books, CDs and DVDs, now also Jigsaw Puzzles!

SUNDAY

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

Australian Kite Flyers Society: SECOND Sunday of the month, 10am, Jubilee Oval. 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. Join acoustic sessions 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: 12.3pm2pm, learn new or improve existing skills. Experienced and beginners. For the next session date, contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510

Orana K9 Training Club INC: FIRST Sunday of each month, 10am, Katrina Gibbs Field Macleay St, Dubbo. MUST be vaccinated. 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’. St Brigid’s Catholic Church, 198 Brisbane St. Jack 0418 605 041/Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au

Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND Monday of the month, 5.30pm-6.30pm, St Brigid’s meeting room. 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 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron: : 6pm-9.30pm, Army Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18 years, rewarding activities.

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 start, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church St. Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live. com.au

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 VIEW Club: Lunch, Monday July 17, 11.30am, Dubbo RSL Club. Bookings and Cancellations by Friday July 14. Phone Beth on 0431 290 274. New members welcome.

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, lucky door prizes, afternoon tea. Rosslyn 6882 4989, 1300 222 222, www.aa.org. au

Narromine Community Women’s Shed: 10am -3pm, (also Wednesdays), The Wesley Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Leona 0487 200 987

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

RFDS Dubbo Support Group monthly meetings: FIRST Monday of the month, RFDS Visitor Experience, 5pm, 21 Judy Jakins Drive, Dubbo Airport. 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 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 St.. 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.

Low impact, work on heart health, flexibility, mobility, coordination and strength. free trial, Tracy 0416 010 748

Croquet: 8.45am for 9am start, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. 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, 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 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 start, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live. com.au

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, Bob Ellis 0428217752

Dubbo Prostate Support Group: For information about future meetings, Elizabeth 0408 682 968

Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm, for 7.30pm, Dubbo RSL, 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.

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, starts with 2-4 years Sparkles class, Auditorium at St Mary’s Primary School. See the Orana Physical Culture Facebook page Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie: 12.30pm - 2pm, Westside Hotel, contact Peter McInnes 0417 140 149

Rotary Club of Dubbo South: 6pm, at South Dubbo Tavern

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

4919

Smart Recovery (Behaviour Change Support Group): 5pm, online or in person. Rob on 0417 497 187 South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 9am-12pm, Cnr of High and Palmer Streets. New members welcome Toastmasters Club: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 7pm-9pm, Dubbo RSL Club, Brisbane St., 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, Sharna 0438 693 789.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings:

7pm, (1.5hrs), ‘Topic’ meeting, St Brigid’s Catholic Church, 198 Brisbane St, Jack 0418605041 or Sally 0427 829 807, 1300 222 222 or www.aa.org.au

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. Graham Woods 0447 885 603

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

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

Buninyong Community Centre

Meditation Class: Wednesday July 19, 12:30-2pm. Contact 68454661.

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

CWA Dubbo Evening branch: FIRST

Wednesday of month, 7pm, 3 Frith Street. Barb 0409 159 556

CWA Narromine: SECOND Wednesday of the month, 5.30pm, USMC. Carolyn 0427747478

CWA Terramungamine: SECOND

Wednesday of the month, 10am, Dubbo

RSL Club. Barb 0427 251 121

CWA Wellington Branch: Second Wednesday of Month, 10:30 a.m., Wellington CWA Rooms, Warne St, Wellington. Contact Marion on 0429033836

Dementia Friendship Group:

SECOND Wednesday of month, 10am, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Creo Cafe, Wingewarra St. Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Digital skills for seniors: 31-33 Church Street. Free, one-on-one help using smartphone, tablet/iPad, or laptop. Connecting Community Services, 1800 319 551

Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage: 10am-4pm, 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. 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: 9am12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with others, learn more skills and grow friendships. Contact Denise 0433 623

842 or Julie 0428 821 829

Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters (DEVIOUS) group: FIRST Wednesday of each month, 12pm to 1pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Chris 0409

321 470

Dubbo Garden Club: 10am, FIRST

Wednesday of month, Garden gatherings with morning tea. Contact, President, Annette Storer, 0429 828 882

Dubbo Ratepayers and Residents

Association: 6.30pm, every SECOND

Wednesday of month, RSL Coffee Shop.

Jenny 6884 4214 or Merilyn 0458 035 323

Dundullimal Dubbo Support Crew

Inc: FOURTH Wednesday of month, 10am, Dundullimal Homestead. Support Homestead functions. 6884 9984, 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,

10am, Buninyong Community Centre, Myall St Dubbo, run by 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 month, Geurie Masonic Centre. Please email secretary@lodgeallanstuart416.org.au

Macquarie Intermediate Band: 6 pm, school term, Band Hall, Boundary Rd. 6884 6686/info@macqcon.org.au, Dubbo District Band 0422 194 059 dubboband@gmail.com

Narromine Community Women’s Shed: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am -3pm, The Wesley Centre, 138 Dandaloo Street, Narromine. Leona 0487 200 987

Walter T. Grant Seniors Social

Club: 9am-2pm, Number 1 Oval, Club house. $6 per day. BYO lunch. Pre-lunch cards and games, post-lunch bingo. 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 40 years +, $10 per week; includes morning tea and T-shirt.

Call Campbell 1800 319 551

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.

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“The Bobby” is what football is all about, localmade-good, Nic says

By GEOFF MANN

LAST week in Dubbo Photo News, we shared a story of the Challenge Trophy between Orana Spurs and Dubbo City Bulls Football Clubs named in honour of Robert “Bobby” Hughes.

This cup was inaugurated following the passing of the man who had devoted years of time, energy, and mentorship, to young players across the city and the west.

I spoke to former SASS Dubbo junior, Nicole Begg (nee Sykes) about this event over the weekend. She was super-impressed that this trophy had been introduced.

“Oh, what an awesome opportunity, because you don’t often get to play for that type of trophy at a local level,” Nicole said.

“What you’ve described, is the best part of football, the game that we love, and I think sport in general, brings-out those things for the community, having something to belong to, that’s bigger than yourself,” she added.

Nic still coaches in Canberra, and had her

livewire twin under her tutelage last year.

The pair have been immortalised in the Western Region for their efforts in reaching for the stars, travelling across the State, and then becoming foundation players with the Canberra United club.

Both have been getting up close and personal with the World Cup in town, Nic as a “Super Fan” travelling to games, and Ashleigh in the commentary team with Optus Sports.

Neither of the local athletes made good, have lost perspective

“There’s been plenty of people like Bob along the way, from junior coaches, parents who have encouraged and passed-on tips, as well as more experienced representative mentors, and they often leave a lasting legacy,” Nic said.

“Without those kinds of people being involved, we’d be in a lot worse place, so it is fitting to recognise them; we have lots to be grateful for,” was a touching final word from Nicole.

Forty-odd bowlers, and

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

THIRTY-NINE bowlers competed in some very close games on Sunday, but there was, however, one blowout score!

This involved Paul Wooldridge, Ian Humphries, and Pete Ruzans, who started with high hopes for a win. However, great bowling from Paul Martin and, especially, Julie Brown, backed-up by Greg Brown, severely dented those hopes in the first exchanges.

The latter opened with a seven count and powered ahead – three lots of four counts and a triple with a few minor scores, leaving them at 27-zip, before Pete’s side won their first end! Paul, Ian, and Pete, eventually found their line after the break to add 10 shots, however, the proverbial horses

one

had already bolted – Paul M and the Browns were easily home 3110, and clearly the Bowlers of the Morning!

Sue McCauley, John Kennedy, and Gordon Scott, also won the first five ends against Ron McCauley, Eric Satchell, and Phil Knight, netting seven shots to lead by two.

The game continued with intrigue – seven all on 11, nine all on 13, and 10 all on 15 – with neither side giving their opponents any latitude. Fortunately for Ron, Eric, and Phil, a double on the last end, gave them the win 12-10, eight ends each.

In another game, an enjoyable first half had Vicki Hummel, Allan Stratford, and Trish Gosper, winning five ends, then adding eight shots to lead by four, from

blow-out score, for the game of the morning

Leo Balstad, Ruby Stockings, and Kevin Scott.

The deficit proved too much to get back during the second eight ends, as both sides won four ends with just singles scored on each. It was a tough game, but Trish and her side established a lead and maintained it through to the end, winning 12 shots to eight.

Frank Armstrong and Al Andriske also made a positive statement after their first eight ends, dominating Mel Giddings and Mick Strawhan. The “game of two halves” syndrome was evident, with Frank and Al allowing Mel and Mick into the game in the second half, scoring a couple of triples to level the game at 10-all, on end 12.

Frank and Al then scored a double to get back into the lead, but

Mel and Mick bettered that with another couple of triples to take the lead. From eight shots down after eight, to five shots the better after 16, is something to gloat about for Mel and Mick, with the final score, 17-12.

The blonde jokes were raining, as Matt Quill tried to concentrate on bowling! His team, Chris Castlehouse and Pete Bennison, keptup with the “Joker”, Graham Ross and his team of Ray Strawhan and Chris Strojny. Seven-all after the first eight ends, Chris, Ray, and Graham, drove themselves into a lead, and held-on for a hard fought 16-11 win.

The swinger of the day, Sue Armstrong was paid the big bucks to assist Steve Kelly and Pete Sinclair on one side, and Cheryl Storch and Paul Goodstat on the other. It

was Paul’s contribution that stood tall during the first half, netting his team a three-shot lead. Nineall after 10; 11 all on 13, and that was as close Steve and Pete got, Cheryl and Paul kept their nerve, to win 18 to 12.

Our visitor from the Ridge, Walter Kreuger then teamed-up with Ken Whittaker and Mike Twohill. They weren’t able, however, to stop a scoring spree by “Doc” Livingston, John Cole, and Col Dover. The stronger combination led by six after the first eight first-ends. The comeback though saw Walter, Ken, and Mike, put in extra effort for wich they were rewarded, gaining the lead by three on end 12. It ended there! Doc, John, and Col had found something extra, racing away over the last four to take an absorbing victory, 19-13.

Ashleigh (above left) and Nicole (below center). PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

Meaghan Kempson, school-teacher, football coach, sporting visionary

By GEOFF MANN

MEAGHAN Kempson started playing football, (soccer) at a young age, with her older brother in Orange.

Following in his footsteps; she played at school and in local comps, and went on to represent at the highest level.

“I worked hard and was lucky enough to play in Western Region teams, and was selected in NSW Country teams at Nationals for many years,” Meaghan explained.

Still plays in Parkes, where she is teaching, it is her love of the game, that has taken her to a new level through coaching.

“I’m currently taking the Parkes Cobras Mens through their paces in Western Premier League,” she said.

“It is a wonderful opportunity to apply my love of football and desire; to pass-on knowledge to a fairly diverse group of young blokes, who compete against powerhouse teams from Orange, Bathurst,and Dubbo,” she said.

“I’ve found a new passion in life for coaching. I’m trying to give back to the system that gave so much to me as a young player,” she said.

Nic and Ash Sykes, now both married to the “brothers Begg” and living in Canberra, often mention the pathways that saw them attain Matildas’ honours in their long careers.

Meaghan is currently in charge of the Country U/16 Girls’ team who compete in Australian titles once a year.

“That process brings together the best young talent from right across the country; I work with others in football to run training and game day activities for girls from all of country NSW, so there is a huge commitment from parents and the players themselves,” Meaghan said.

“Once we have sorted our ‘Final 16’; we will be heading-off to Coffs Harbour to weld the team together, and hope to win a national title,” she added.

Meaghan travels extensively on weekends and during school holidays, to fulfil her commitments with NSW Country.

She says between teaching, coaching the Cobras, and selection trials for the U/16 Girls, her time is: “filled quite nicely”.

Meaghan’s love of soccer has seen her travel as a “gear steward” to the Junior World Cup in South America last year.

“Liah Blayney at the National titles; brought me into camp with the Young Matildas,” she said.

“Liah is excellent at providing opportunities for regional coaches, and she took me under her wing and brought me in as a Development Coach with the Matildas; and then an opportunity popped-up to be the Equipment Manager at the World Cup last year,” she added.

Meaghan laughed that she is very good at carrying bags and laying out equipment now.

“And washing dirty kits!” she said, after finding herself in Mexico and Costa Rica last year.

“I owe those experiences to Liah; all thanks to her and the opportunities, the clinics I was able to attend opened-up opportunities for me,” she said.

“I guess if you have a passion for something, and you’re prepared to move outside your comfort zone,

it can take you all over the world,” she said.

On the issue of women in coaching roles, with men’s teams, she is positive.

“I haven’t seen many women coaching men’s teams, but many more females are now taking-on similar roles within football.

“There is a legacy fund that Australian Football has instituted aimed at upskilling female coaches,” Meaghan says, adding that she was fortunate-enough to obtain one of those scholarships.

‘It has enabled me to attain my ‘B-Licence’, and that has been incredibly-beneficial working with the men,” she added.

The future of football will see more female coaches, she adds.

“I think there will be more women like me taking-on roles, as their formal skills and confidence grow,” she said.

“But, at the moment, we are very fortunate, to have many lending their considerable gifts to girls and women’s teams right across Australia,” Meaghan believes.

What does it mean to see Ellie Carpenter (Cowra) and Clare Hunt (Grenfell) now showcasing their skills in a home World Cup,

she wonders.

“I was fortunate enough as a player and regional coach, to be involved with both Ellie and Clare,” she said.

“They’ve worked extremely hard to be where they are now, and deserve everything that comes their way,” she added.

Success, she adds, is down to hard work, when no-one is watching.

“It has been a real journey of love for the game, fighting-off injuries and other distractions to achieve the highest honour,” the unabashed Matilda-supporting teacher from Parkes told me.

“They are flying the flag for regional NSW, and we are all very proud,” Meaghan added.

With Grace Hamilton from Orange captaining the Wallaroos in Rugby, and Emily Chalker (Smith) from Crookwell, the Hockeyroos, and Phoebe Litchfield is playing for the world-beating Women’s Cricket team, showing some of the talent that has been produced in country NSW, she wonders, could there be another leader for the Matildas, waiting in the wings?

“Yeah, yeah, without a doubt; we often talk about this in the

NSW Country teams; we can work on skills and techniques, but one thing that is built into county athletes, is resilience and determination,” she said.

“Perhaps they are traits inbuilt, because of the many challenges we face on a daily basis – distance, drought, flood, fires and mice –and there is a real desire to be the best they can be.”

Meaghan has an incredible perspective as a former junior and senior rep player, teacher, coach, umpire and “gear steward”, and was willing to share her views with Dubbo Photo News readers, “Having to travel extreme distances to get the same opportunities as kids from metro areas, builds character, and that can’t be coached.

It is in the nature of the athlete, and we see it frequently as those like Ellie and Clare and the Sykes twins, climb the ladder and reach the top of their sport,” she said. Meaghan has been flying the flag for the Matildas and was yelling loudly when they took the field against Canada in the knockout World Cup fixture on Tuesday night, which they won handsomely, 4-0, going on to the next stage of the tournament.

Above: Meaghan (right) with coach Leah Blayney during her time as equipment manager for the Young Matildas.

Left: Meaghan with Parkes Cobras Men’s team. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Finals race hotting-up as jigsaw takes shape!

Contributed by CASTLEREAGH RUGBY LEAGUE

FINAL pieces of the 2023 Christie and Hood Castlereagh League Finals jigsaw will be put into place over the remaining two competition games, with six clubs fighting it out for the five semi-final berths on offer, with the finishing order still to be sorted.

The only certainty, is that the Gulgong Bull Terriers will finish as Minor Premiers, after they accounted for the Coonamble Bears 46-0 in a Boronia Cup challenge game last Saturday at Gulgong.

Even if they were to lose their remaining two games, the Terriers will still finish in first position, as they currently have a seven-competition point buffer between themselves and the Dunedoo Swans, who hold down second position on the ladder. The Swans position is also pre-destined going into the final round, as they will have a bye this weekend.

In last week’s games, the Swans and the Cobar Roosters fought-out a thrilling 20-20 draw in their match at Dunedoo last Saturday.

In other games, Narromine Jets downed the Baradine Magpies 36-22, and Gilgandra overcame a stubborn Binnaway Bombshells outfit, drawing-away in

the final stages of the game to win 44-16 with their exciting young centre, Ty Sutherland, crossing for five tries in what was a vital win for the Panthers.

The six clubs in contention for a First Grade semi-final position, are Gulgong 36 points, Dunedoo 29, Cobar 28, Narromine 28, Gilgandra 26, and Coonabarabran 24.

The run home for these clubs will see the Terriers play Baradine at Baradine, then Cobar at

home. Dunedoo will get maximum competition points this weekend, courtesy of having the bye before they travel to Gilgandra in the last round.

Cobar face two hard road trips, beginning this Saturday when they play Narromine, before lining-up against Gulgong in Round 14. The Jets are at home to the Roosters, before having the bye.

Gilgandra heads up the Newell to play the Coonabarabran Unicorns, and then they have Dunedoo at home whilst, after hosting the Panthers this Saturday, the Unicorns are at home again in the final round against Binnaway.

While all games are vital this round, the clashes at Narromine and Coonabarabran, stand-out in terms of the implications that they could have on the make-up of the Final Five.

Coonabarabran can draw level with Gilgandra in fifth position, if they can secure a win over the Panthers, whilst outright third is on offer to the winner of the Narromine versus Cobar game.

The Gulgong Terriers can expect no favours from the Baradine Magpies who whilst they might be out of semi-final contention, would like nothing better than to become the first team to bowl-over the Competition leaders this year and, in front of their home crowd, they are capable of anything.

The remaining game will see Coonamble host Binnaway, with the winner of the clash being one step away from avoiding the wooden spoon.

Important League Tag games will also be played at Narromine when the second-placed Jets take-on the third-placed Cobar Roosterettes and, at Baradine, where the Maggies (fourth) and Gulgong (equal fifth) will clash.

Christie and Hood Castlereagh

League Round 12 scores:

League Tag

 Dunedoo 32 (Hayley Cox 3, Meg Christensen, Alexis Gallagher, Lauren Sullivan tries, Hallie Hogden 4 goals) defeated Cobar 4 (Zoe Egan try).

 Gulgong 22 (Melanie Ballard, Olivia Holt, Ella Hawkins, Kimberley Sharpe, Taylor Pennell tries, Dayna Manley goal) defeated Coonamble 20 (Tori Canham, Shakaye Walker, Sam Turnbull, Mia Nalder tries, Canham 2 goals).

 Narromine 48 (Beth Clarke 3, Abbie Mitchell 2, Shian Chatfield 2, Lily Spackman, Emily Edwards tries, Shian Chatfield 4, Talitha Chatfield, Clarke goals) defeated Baradine 8 (Holly Woodham, Giaan Worrell tries).

 Gilgandra 4 (Rachael Drury try) drew with Binnaway 4 (Maigan Meyers try) Competition ladder

Dunedoo 36 (Played 12, Won 12, Lost

0), Narromine 31 (P11, W10, L1), Cobar 26 (P12, W7, L5), Baradine 24 (P12, W6, L6), Coonamble 22 (P12, W5, L7), Gulgong 22 (P12, W5, L7), Binnaway 18 (P13 W2, Drawn 1, L10), Gilgandra 13 (P12, W0, Drawn 1, Lost 11).

Reserve Grade

 Cobar 34 (Tristan Everett 2, James

Neyland 2, Daniel Pagett, Robert Childs, Joe O’Connor tries, Chris Deighton 2, Neyland goals) defeated Dunedoo 22 (Jack Guan 2, Cooper Jenkinson, Daniel Milsom, Ryda Deveson tries, Sam Wesley goal).

 Baradine 30 (Jake Hellegers 2, Trent Bile s 2, Jordy Whillock tries, Helleger 5 goals) defeated Narromine 16 (Alex Gordon, Jordan Fleming, Rhys Beachamp tries, Jack Powell 2 goals)

 Coonabarabran, Gulgong and Gilgandra byes.

Competition Ladder

Gulgong 9, Baradine 8, Coonabarabran 7, Gilgandra 7, Cobar 6, Narromine 5, Dunedoo 5.

Games Saturday

Baradine v Gulgong, Narromine v Dunedoo, Coonabarabran v Gilgandra, Cobar bye

First Grade

 Dunedoo 20 (Camden Sutton, Ben Gallagher, Reece Large tries, Dan Lane 4 goals) drew with Cobar 20 (Ashley Davies, Fraser Taln, Thomas Plater, Chris Crotty tries, Ben Griffiths, Plater goals).

Played at Dunedoo.

 Gulgong 46 (Blake Gorrie 3, Tom Jam es, Patrick Durrant, Sam Gorrie, Thomas Reddish, Brad Toole, Koby

Thurston tries, Brad James 5 goals) defeated Coonamble 0. Played at Gulgong.  Narromine 36 (Mick Burns 2, Mitch Rixon, Washie Itoya, Luke Thompson, Alex Sambrook tries, Doug Potter 6 goals) defeated Baradine 22 (Daniel Howe 2, Logan Dewson, Brandon Worrell tries, Jesse McElhinney 3 goals).

Played at Narromine.

 Gilgandra 44 (Ty Sutherland 5, Luke Ritchie, Tom Brisbane, Hayden Smith tries, David Smith 6 goals) defeated Binnaway 16 (Jaycee Milgate, Brad Fuller, Dane Anastasis tries, Fuller 2 goals). Played at Gilgandra.

 Coonabarabran, the bye Competition Ladder

Gulgong 36, Dunedoo 29, Cobar 28, Narromine 28, Gilgandra 26, Coonabarabran 24, Baradine 21, Coonamble 18, Binnaway 18.

Round 13 Games

Friday August 4, and Gilgandra 6.30pm  Gilgandra v Narromine (League Tag only)

Saturday, August 5  Coonamble v Binnaway

 Narromine v Cobar

 Baradine v Gulgong  Coonabarabran v Gilgandra  Dunedoo, the bye.

Game featuring State of Origin hero, abandoned; Rugby League cracks down on Group 11 violence

By GEOFF MANN

RUGBY League; it’s a sometimes brutal game, and passions can easily get out-of-hand, especially for fans and supporters. Much has been achieved, but more needs to be done in this regard, with the NSWRL recently confirming that five individuals have recently been issued breach notices after

abandonment of a game between Wellington Cowboys and Forbes Magpies in a Peter McDonald Premiership match at Spooner Oval, Forbes, on Sunday, July 23.

The fans and players issued the notifications, were in a match that also featured former NRL premiership winner, Test Kangaroo, and 2019 State of Origin hero, Blake Ferguson. The charges from the

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brawl, believed to have racial overtones, included:

 Seaun Stanley (Wellington Cowboys), two-years breach;

 Henry Willis (Forbes Magpies), one-year breach;

 Michael Peachey (Wellington Cowboys), nine-weeks breach;

 Mitchell Andrews (Forbes Magpies), six-weeks breach;

 Jake Stenhouse (Forbes Mag-

pies), two-weeks breach.

Players had until Tuesday afternoon, August 1, to respond to the charges.

The Group 11 Board also issued Forbes with a $2000 fine and the loss of two competition points in each of their four grades citing “inadequate ground management”.

In addition, both the Wellington Cowboys and Forbes Magpies were

issued with $3000 fines, which have been suspended until the end of the 2025 season, pending no further incidents.

The NSWRL will make no further comment on the matter until the disciplinary process is complete and preliminary penalties for various charges under the Code of Conduct relating to the incident are decided.

Ty Sutherland in defence Gil v Binnaway.

PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Dubbo CYMS say Thank You

By KEN SMITH

On Friday July 21, Dubbo CYMS and St John’s Junior Rugby League hosted a business breakfast to thank their sponsors.

Despite the rain, a very good crowd was in attendance at Lazy River Estate with former NRL player and coach and Leading Teams Facilitator Kurt Wrigley, the guest speaker.

Dimity Henderson, Nathan Laing and Britt Willetts

Darryl Lidgard and Peter Carter

Emma Schmidt and Emily Hayes

Kurt Wrigley from Leading Teams addressing the CYMS Business BreakfastSunrise on a rainy day at Lazy River Estate

Despite the rain, a very good rollup to the CYMS and St John’s Junior Rugby League Business Breakfast at Lazy River Estate

Craig Woodrow, Damien Brewer and Kurt WrigleyJohn Walkom, Grant Spencer, Nick Sykes and Scott and Will Edwards

Kylie Hull, Jess Brewer and Erin Sparshott

Bowls world coming to Dubbo for International Fours tourney

Bowls World is coming to Dubbo for a glittering prize in September;

LAWN bowling world is coming to Dubbo in mid-September, with the richest Club tournament in the world highlighting its best players.

Following the huge success of last year’s International Fours Bowls Tournament, the West Dubbo Bowls Club has increased prize money and is anticipating an influx of even more overseas players for 2023.

With $100,000 the kitty for 2022; it will be $125,000 this year, with a cool $40,000 shared by the winning quartet!

Former World Number One and National Coach, Steve Glasson, said that more than 40 international sides will be competing for

the trophy to be contested from Wednesday, September 13.

“They’ll come from places such as Canada, New Zealand, Scotland Ireland, and Fiji,” he enthused.

“It’s one of the most prestigious, and the richest, club tournament held anywhere in the world; West Dubbo have been very pro-active in organising such an event and getting sponsorship and the like organised,” he enthused.

The inaugural event played out against a backdrop of floods and Covid that delayed the start and created uncertainty that meant some players missed out, however

such has been the positive impact that word has spread across the globe and more international teams will descend on the perfectly curated greens.

Bowls manager Anthony Brown, Club president Tony Speirs and Greenkeeper were so inspired by the results of last year’s International, they have had little trouble motivating staff and members.

“Everyone loved the atmosphere around the greens and right across town,” NSW bowler Anthony said.

“It was just the kick we all needed after a few challenging years. The Irish bowlers were a huge hit and this year we aim to

have at least another half a dozen overseas teams competing.”

The International is scheduled a week after the World Championships at Broadbeach in Queensland and the word is already spreading. Teams are expected to see some of the real Australia during their trip Down Under.

The International Fours will be played at Club Dubbo over three days, concluding on Friday, September 15. The tournament will be in both a Round Robin and Knockout format. For more enquiries, call the Club on: 6884 3000, mob. 0403 401 567, email: bowls@clubdubbo.com.

Duck Marg chasing “Champion of Champions”; the final frontier

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Veterans Swimming Club, better known as “ Dubbo Ducks”, dived in for some exciting headto-head contests on Sunday.

Janine Gardiner, who has taken over as Publicity Officer from our No.1 female Life Member, Judy Walsh, explained Sunday’s

activities.

“Swimmers were matched in pairs, and there was a gradual elimination based on nominated times,” she said.

“The person who was closest to their breaking time, but did not break, went through to the next round until one swimmer was left victorious.”

The race, she said, was swum over 25-metre Freestyle and, she said: “competition was fierce!

“Some foxy racing techniques were spotted, as swimmers tried to beat their opponent whilst not breaking their own time.

“Mal Kavanagh and Margret Ross made it through the rounds, and into the ‘money’ race,” she added.

For the woman swimmer, she said, this was the final frontier…

“Margret has been a finalist in the ‘Champion of Champions’, for the past three years and, ‘Ducks’ could not help wondering, if this would be her year to win,” Janine said.

“The pair shook hands, and the race began, with a lot of cheering

from the flock,” she commentated. “Margret swam so well, she broke her own time and Mal was declared ‘Champion of Champions’. Congratulations Mal”. The Ducks is open to anyone who is not afraid to “flap their wings” from 8.30 on Sunday mornings. Just pop into the RSL Pool and join the flock!

with the International Fours trophy, Chairman of Club Dubbo, Tony Speirs with former World No.1, Steve Glasson.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH