Dubbo Photo News 17.08.2023

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TAY COLLINS

Where do you work? Store Manager at Platypus Shoes

Have you always lived in Dubbo? Born and bred!

What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo? Having lunch with my family at the Elston Park Pool

What do you like to do in your spare time? Gaming with my partner

Do you have any hidden talents or special skills? Both of my thumbs are double jointed

Are you a morning person or a night owl? Definitely a night owl

Do you have any pets? What are they and what are their names? My beautiful staffy Peaches

What are you watching at the moment? Rupaul’s Drag Race Down Under Season 3

Have you read any good books lately? I recently started IT by Stephen King

What music do you like to listen to? Currently wait- ing for 1989 (Taylor’s Version) to drop

Men’s Shed mariners head-on down the mighty Murray for a good cause

Dubbo’s a long way from our greatest river, but that didn’t stop our Men’s Shed from giving a helping hand to a special fundraising event passing through the Golden West recently.

The local group donated hundreds of dollars to a most unusual charity idea: sailing a men’s shed down the mighty Murray, to raise funds for vital medical research.

The local lads of the Dubbo Shed, also put on a do for the Pittsworth Men’s Shed, from near Toowoomba in southern Queensland, who were on their way to their “It’s a Bloke Thing” prostate cancer charity Shed Down The Murray adventure.

“It went well, we hosted about 12 of the people involved in the event,”

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Dubbo Secretary John Gibson said. “They called in on the way through. We donated $500, which was good because this figure was actually doubled by the Federal Government,” he added.

The Pittsworth & District Men’s Shed constructed the river raft from composite fibre (fibreglass) for the five-day river trip down our best-known waterway from Yarrawonga to Swan Hill.

To aide their fundraising, however, they first travelled down the Newell Highway, visiting Men’s Sheds and communities along the way, spreading the word on prostate cancer and the Men’s Shed movement. This included stops at Goondiwindi; Moree; Coonabarabran; West Wyalong; and Nar-

randera, before heading off on their week-long float.

Prostate cancer is a major issue for older men in Australia, with 66 Aussie blokes diagnosed each day. Of these, 10 lose their lives.

The local visit included a discussion of the disease and the impact on Australian families and its often-undetected symptoms. Early detection is key.

“They were certainly prepared… they came in five different vehicles, and they’re going for 600–800km down the river,” John said.

“The raft was on the back of the trailer. It’s basically built-over plastic drums, which is how it stays afloat,” he concluded.

Above: Dubbo Men’s Shed recently donated a cheque for $500 to the Pittsworth and District Men’s Shed for their charity run down the Murray River.

Left: It’s not the Queen Mary, but it should do! Dubbo and Pittsworth and District Men’s Shed members with the shed the Queensland group.

She floats! Pittsworth and District Men’s Shed members with the shed the Queensland group recently cruised on down the Murray River. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Dubbo men’s Shed President Kevin Sinclair with Pittsworth and District Men’s Shed’s Merv Hinneberg

Book Week promises to Read, Grow and Inspire

By NOAH RANDELL

Children’s Book Week: a time when students and teachers alike celebrate books, especially those of Australian authors and illustrators. Ever since it was established in 1945 by the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA), Book Week has been cherished by all. From 19-25th August, children across the country will partake in numerous fun activities such as parades where students dress up as their favourite characters; book swaps; and storytelling; all of which revolve around this year’s theme: “Read, Grow, Inspire.”

The Macquarie Regional Library is also celebrating and entering fully into the spirit of Book Week, as each item borrowed from the library between the 7-27th August will be accompanied with a free take-and-make craft kit inspired by the Book Week shortlisted titles.

The library will also host ‘Maker Monday’ sessions on Monday 14th, 21st and 28th, where kids are invited to come into the library and build engaging crafts from the kits, including an Australia Map sand art; a DIY jigsaw puzzle; and a Sticker by Numbers giraffe.

Book Week is a vital part of Australian culture, as it highlights the joy of reading and commemorating the important part literature plays in all of our lives.

book week

Alex and Evie Hall

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LOCAL AUTHOR ENJOYING

WIDESPREAD ACCLAIM

Local writer David Grant (DG)

Lloyd has been very busy of late.

After receiving the inaugural 2022 Flying Islands Emerging Poets’ Prize, his book of poetry ‘Alive in Dubbo’ was launched in Sydney last February and is being nominated for several other literary awards – both nationally and abroad.

Also, his first children’s book ‘A Day in the Life of Natalie Numbat’, done in collaboration with Melbourne-based artist Calla Santos, has been

released in bookstores.

Both titles are currently available on paperback at The Book Connection and can also be downloaded as e-books from the publishers and, in the case of Natalie Numbat, also at Google Play and Amazon Kindle.

As part of the Dubbo Writers’ Festival, David will be appearing at the Author Showcase segment at 5pm on Friday the 8th of September at the Macquarie Regional Library. y

Have your “village voice” heard for district’s future generations

‘IT takes a village to raise a child’ is an old African proverb, highlighting how important these smallest and oldest of human communities have been in shaping our society. Recognising the vital role of this social unit, village residents from across Dubbo Regional Council’s Local Government Area are now being invited to contribute their stories to a new oral history project. Stories of Village Life will use voice recordings to capture the living histories of village residents so as to preserve voices and stories for generations to come.

“Through the sharing of memories and stories in a recorded interview, oral histories provide a means of capturing lived experiences, giving a voice to our past,” Dubbo’s Local Studies Officer Simone Taylor said. “By capturing these memories today, we can make sure they aren’t

lost when people pass away or leave the area,” she added.

Facilitators of the project will preserve the interviews in formats that are the industry-standard for archiving, ensuring their long-term survival for future generations.

“They can help inform people in the years to come about what’s changed and what’s stayed the same in our villages,” Miss Taylor explained. “It’s just one way we can help show how much we cherish the smaller communities in our area, through sharing their unique stories and experiences.”

Geurie and Wongarbon will be the first villages to have their stories recorded with residents invited to get in touch with the project teams to find out more.

“During the development of the Dubbo Regional Cultural Plan, also known as SPARC, the village communities were pas-

sionate in highlighting a need to capture the unique histories in our villages,” Miss Taylor said. “A project such as this will not only save these precious stories, but provide a way to share and promote them, increasing our understanding of our whole community and adding more voices to our regional story.”

The Cultural Development Team is planning a visit to each of the villages as part of the project rollout.

The interviews will then be published on the Western Plains Cultural Centre website where they will be accessible for both research purposes and the enjoyment of the general public. Those interested in finding out more about participating in the Stories of Village Life project should contact Local Studies Officer Simone Taylor at simone. taylor@dubbo.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 6801 4444.

Online town plans show how Central West communities grew

Boom town Geurie! Historic town plans for settlements including Dubbo, Wellington and Geurie have just been digitised and made available for the first time on the State Library of NSW’s website. They are a treasure trove of detailed contemporaneous primary material from the earliest days of European settlement.

THEY may appear as dry as parchment, but historic town plans for settlements including Dubbo, Wellington, and Geurie have just been digitised and made available for the first time on the State Library of NSW’s website. And they are a fascinating treasure trove.

The local documents are among more than 4600 historic plans for a total of 460 regional towns in the state, and they are a treasure trove of detailed contemporaneous primary material from the earliest days of European settlement, the State Library’s maps expert Maggie Patton explained.

“Subdivision plans are an absolute goldmine for genealogists and local historians, as they allow us to place ourselves in the past… on a street, in a town, where we once lived, where our ancestors established themselves,” Ms Patton said.

“What’s more, they are filled with fascinating details like property prices, town descriptions and sometimes a photograph,” she added.

Subdivision plans were generally ephemeral items, usually discarded once a development site was sold. Luckily, however, the State Library has acquired and preserved these 100-year-old plans for the people of NSW and beyond, to access and use.

Dating from as early as the 1880s up to the 1930s, the plans were produced by real estate agents and auctioneers to advertise new subdivisions and land sales. They range from hand-drawn surveyors’ plans to beautifully designed colour posters.

“They provide a fascinating visual record of how your town was imagined by town planners of the past, and how it has developed and

expanded over time,” Ms Patton explained. “Some of the plans are annotated with sales figures, and you can see how public transport or access to shops, parks and local attractions influenced the popularity of a town.”

In the land fever that gripped the developing colony, gimmicks and bait strategies were favoured by desperate developers.

“Estate agents used creative marketing strategies to entice people to regional locations by promoting special events with free transport, refreshments or entertainment for the kids,” Ms Patton said.

These records are now publicly available on the library’s website. Search your regional town at: sl.nsw.gov.au/subdivision, copy the link of your chosen map, and send an enquiry to order your print at: library.shop@sl.nsw.gov.au.

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Sheraton Road will be filled by the smell of rebellion when St John’s Primary School presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.

The Musical JR. tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imaginationand a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

The show opened on the West End in 2011 and made its Broadway premiere in 2013. The musical earned seven Olivier Awards, including “Best New Musical,” and five Tony awards, including The Tony for “Best Book of a Musical.”

So come along and see the stars of St John's Primary with special stars from St Johns College inMatilda -The Musical

Tickets available via 123Tix

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

Flying vet Campbell in the air for battling bush colleagues

By DAVID DIXON

IT may seem the most glamorous of occupations, a flying vet navigating his way around our great country in his own light plane but, for Dr Campbell Costello, his work is deadly serious.

Currently filling in vet duties in the golden west, Campbell wants to highlight the pressure that our over-worked, over-stretched, and often underpaid, bush vets, have to endure.

“I’ve been working off and on in Dubbo for the last couple of months as a locum, it’s a big part of what I do, flying in and out in a Piper Lance,” Campbell said.

“I cover all the way to North Queensland, the Northern Territory, South Australia, to northern NSW, I flew straight from Townsville to Dubbo direct, it was a fivehour flight time,” he added.

His regime, he believes, is the perfect example of the problems facing increasingly-fewer bush vets covering progressively -larger areas.

“I come from a long line of pilots, my grandfather and father as well, I was a bush kid, and avia-

tion is always a big thing.

“But I only started flying heavily the last couple of years, you simply can’t get people from Sydney to come-up and work in the bush, I’m a big advocate for the industry, and this is one way to offer some solutions,” he added.

He said that vets in the country are under far greater pressure, and with much less government support than a range of other professions, for whom the lack of suitable applicants, is declared a crisis.

“Vets are four times more likely than other groups to take their own lives, they work long hours, are relatively unremunerated, and often suffer emotional and mental anguish due to the lifeand-death nature of their work,” Campbell said.

“There’s a misconception by the public, that they earn big money due to the cost of veterinary care; but they are unsubsidised unlike all other health care sectors, everything they do, they offer, they have to pay to set-up themselves,” he explained.

He said that, with the chronic shortage of workers in rural Aus-

tralia, the Government should look at the same HECS debt forgiveness offered to many in the teaching, nursing, and medical professions.

“Subsidising student loans would make all the difference, if you come back to the country to work, your student debt is forgiven or at least reduced.

“A vet is a surgeon, anaesthetist, and GP, they have to invest in all their own machines, x-rays, blood tests, they don’t get any government support for that,” he added.

Having worked in a varying range of countries including Mongolia, Russia, Argentina, in Alaska, and in a number of African nations, he said that vets are now at the forefront of not just animal health, but national and international bio-security.

“They call it the ‘One-Health paradigm’, where all parts of the health system work together to ensure the safety of animals and humans.

“Simply put, if we don’t have vets out there, the next COVID is just around the corner,” Campbell concluded.

It may seem the most glamorous of occupations, a flying vet navigating his way around our great country in his own light plane but, for Dr Campbell Costello, his work is deadly serious. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Fletchers Vivien Wu Friendly workplace culture gets Vivien’s thumbs-up

By YVETTE AUBUSSON-FOLEY

NO traffic jams and a 10-minute city are two things Vivien Wu loves about living in Dubbo.

“I lived in Melbourne for a couple of years when I was studying accounting, and there are too many traffic jams there, it used to give me such a head-ache,” she recalled.

“But here, Dubbo is good because I don’t have to worry about that, and I can be anywhere in just 10-minutes,” Ms Wu told Dubbo Photo News

Compared to where she lived in China, Vivien says Dubbo is much smaller, but she’s enjoying the lifestyle while working at Fletcher International Exports as a member of the financial team who looks after the grain accounts.

Fletchers measure the grain passing through their silos bound for export every year in megatons, and the commodities vary between wheat, barley, chickpeas, fava beans, albus lupins, canola, and

cottonseed.

Vivien’s start with the company, however, happened across the road from the grain terminal, at the Fletchers meat processing plant.

“I worked in the cold boning room at the meat processing plant for about two years from 2016,” she explained.

“Then I took a break before coming back in 2020, to start work in the grain finance department where I’ve been now for over a year-and-a-half,” she added.

Something that first surprised her the most about Fletchers was the multi-cultural workforce at the plant.

“I like the culture here, it’s a multinational culture and there are people from all over the world who come to work at Fletchers.

“When I was in the cold boning room for example, there were people from Europe, some people from Canada, some from Asia; from all over the world,” Ms Wu said.

“I tell people interested in work-

# DUBBO JOBS COUNTER 611

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

OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK

Retail Sales Assistant, Ben Furney Flour Mills

Do you like:

 Working School Hours? 10am-3 pm casual shifts available

 Flexible working week? 2-3 days per week, optional days Mon-Thurs

 Keeping fit and active? Our position can be physical, and you need to be fit, but it isn’t over the top or crazy. Just good, honest, active work.

 A calm, friendly family business work env ironment that values excellence?

This pretty much sums us up. A family business, supplying the best ingredients, doing it well, and taking pride in it.

 Being on time and reliable? Our team values each other and looks after each other. Being reliable and on time is a big

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part of having each other’s best interests at heart.

If these things appeal to you, apply now! Our Company: Ben Furney Flour Mills & Sarah Jane Fine Foods is Australia’s leading family-owned flour manufacturer and distributor based in regional NSW. Our operation has been established for over 30 years, and our business is continually growing to meet the needs of clients. This is a frontline customer service role providing our quality bread and cake premixes and other products from Sarah Jane Fine Foods to our customers.

Full details on this position are here: www.seek.com.au/job/69281331

THE MISSION

DUBBO WORKS WANTS YOU!

FOCUS ON FLETCHERS

LOVE YOUR WORK

Natasha Goto

Where do you work?

I’ve been working at Down The Lane since 2020.

What’s your role? I’m the manager.

What gives you something to smile about at work? My staff, they’re like my second family.

How does your job challenge you? My job challenges me to think of new, fun and inclusive ways to make dining with us a fun experience for customers.

What’s been your most embarrassing/funny moment at work? I’m pretty clumsy so there’s been a few.

What was your first job ever and how much did you make? My first job ever was at my Pop’s farm picking up rocks for $10 an hour.

WIf you have a unique or interesting job, a career opportunity or a fascinating learning option you’d like to share, get in touch with Dubbo Photo News now. To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@ dubbophotonews.com. au or phone 6885 4433 or visit us at Level 1, 178 Macquarie Street, Dubbo.

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What’s the best professional advice you’ve ever received? Always have an open mind.

When you were a child, what did you dream of growing up to be? A vet or an art teacher.

Do you think robots or AI could ever replace your job? No, but I believe they can help us in certain aspects.

What’s the one thing most people don’t know you do in your job? I give my staff lessons and skills that they’ll apply to their future selves and help them grow.

Capt: Fletcher International Exports grain account manager Vivien Wu. Photo: Dubbo Photo News

Fletcher International Exports grain account manager Vivien Wu.

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MARATHON OF MARATHONS FOR ALICE, JUST IN TIME FOR “RHINO RUMBLE”!

Aug 17: Shane Porteous, ac tor, 81. Robert De Niro, US actor, 80. John Symond, Aussie businessman, 76. Noni Hazelhurst, actress, 70. Mick Malthouse, AFL player-coach, 70. Belinda Carlisle, US singer, 65. Sean Penn, US actor, 63. Donnie Wahlberg , US musician-actor, 54. Jim Courier, US tennis player, 53. Nathan Deakes, race walker, 46.

Aug 18: Roman Polanski, French-born film director, 90. Robert Redford, US actor, 87. Denis Leary, US actor, 66. Christian Slater, US actor, 54. Edward Norton, US actor, 54. Cameron White, cricketer, 40. Liz Cambage, basketball player, 32. Maia Mitchell , actress, 30. Josephine Langford, actress, 26.

Aug 19: Bill Clinton, former US president, 77. Robert Hughes, controversial Hey Dad! actor, 75. Mary-Anne Fahey, comedian, 68. Dr Brendan Nelson, former politician, 65. John Stamos, US actor, 60. Dermott Brereton, AFL star, 59. Matthew Perry, Friends actor, 54. Missy Higgins, singer-songwriter, 40. Tammin Sursok , actress, 40. Gavin Cooper, footy player, 38.

Aug 20: Robert Plant, f rom Led Zeppelin, 75. John Noble, actor, 75. David Walliams, British comedian-author, 52. Amy Adams, US actress, 49. Andy Strachan, The Living End musician, 49. Joshua Kennedy, footballer, 41. Demi Lovato, US actress-singer, 31.

If legendary, though eccentric, Australian running coach, Percy Cerutty’s famous work on keeping healthy, “Be Fit or Be Damned”, was true, then local fitness expert, Alice Pearson is certainly on her way to heaven!

While most of us would consider completing a full marathon an amazing achievement, the young exercise physiologist recently completed a full 30 marathons, one each day, in a calendar month!

Alice is now looking forward to putting all her hard work into the upcoming Dubbo Stampede running festival on Sunday, August 27, saying that her personal “marathon of marathons” has left her in good stead, both physically and mentally, for the local event at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.

“Every day in June, I ran a marathon, it’s a bit crazy, I know, but I built up to it

and it wasn’t so hard once I got into it,” she said.

“It was a mix of mental fatigue and physical exhaustion but, in the end, it was a real test of mental endurance and strength,” she said.

Having only become a running enthusiast over the past seven or eight years, the 2022 Stampede was her first, but she’s not looking this year to break any international records.

“I ran it last year, but it’s a family event as well as a serious race, so I try to enjoy the process and the day and not worry too-much about my time,” Alice said.

“Having it at the Zoo also makes it a lot more fun and it’s a local event, so by running, you’re supporting a local organisation,” she added.

As well as the usual marathon, half-marathon, 10km, and five kilometre

races, there’s also the second running this year of the one-kilometre “Wallaby Wheel”; a special event for those with special needs.

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”.

Back in training now for the big event, Alice did indulge herself a few days off after her 1260km in one short month.

“I had a week-off running when I got back just to recover, I did a few Pilates, just to help my body recover and to keep stretched,” she said.

“But since then, I’ve got straight back into it!” she enthused.

• For more information on the Dubbo Stampede, go to: www.dubbostampede.com.au

Aug 21: Daryl Williams, former Attorney-General, 81. Peter Weir, film director, 79. Kim Cattrall , British actress, 67. Sergey Brin, Google co-founder, 50. Simon Katich, cricketer, 48. Bolt, Jamaican sprinter, 37. Panettiere, actor, 34.

Aug 22: Shane Withington tor, 65. Tori Amos, US singer, 60. Mats Wilander, Swedish tennis player, 59. Elisabeth Murdoch business executive, 55. Kristen Wiig actress, 50.

Aug 23: Vera Miles, US actress, 94. Barbara Eden, US actress, 92. Rowena Wallace, actress, 76. Gil Tucker, Cop Shop actor, 76. Rick Springfield, singer, 74. Shelley Long , US actress, 74. Karen Andrews, politician, 63. Brett and Josh Morris , twin footy players, 37.

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Thirty marathons in 30 days, and she’s got the medal to prove it! Dubbo-based exercise physiologist, Alice Pearson, after her Townsville epic in June this year. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

The Genesis

BY JENET STEWART

The Genesis vehicle recently bought the NSW Governor, Margaret Beasley to open the Dubbo Show. The Genesis, or Genesis Motors, LLC., is the luxury vehicle and is manufactured by Hyundai Motor Group. The Government of Australia has maintained a variety of vehicles for use by the prime minister, other ministers, and the governor-general for transport to official and ceremonial events including the celebration and official opening of the 150th Dubbo Show.

Dubbo Photo News spotted the vehicle at the rear of the members marquee on the Saturday of the show. This prestigious silver vehicle was trimmed with a small Australian flag at the middle front on the bonnet of the vehicle. At the rear,

a golden crown representing the commonwealth – a very impressive sight to see. Inside the seating was a light-coloured two toned leather with beautiful timber trims throughout. A real sight for historic car lovers.

The car was driven to Dubbo and escorted the Governor and her entourage from the airport, delivered her to the Dubbo Show then returned her to the airport afterwards. The car was then driven back to its home in Sydney.

BROUGHT

St Augustine’s Parish School

By Nelly Tink and Dottie Stanley

Last week (week 4) the Stage 3 class participated in a 4 day excursion to The Great Aussie Bush Camps. Whilst we were there we conquered our fear of heights, learnt the difference between rational and irrational fear, dived in muddy waters and worked as a team.

The activities that were highly rated by the class were: Giant Swing, High Ropes and Dual Flying Fox over mangrove trees. Night time activities were an abundance of fun where we challenged our trivia minds, teamwork skills and our sly ways of saving our classmates, but sadly they didn’t work. We are very grateful for the PNF who organised our bus ride to and from Aussie Bush Camps.

The gold and very impressive crown at the rear of the Genesis vehicle pictured at the Dubbo Show recently. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

The Genesis vehicle which escorted the NSW Governor, Margaret Beasley to open the 150th Dubbo Show. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

Helping find your past

Dubbo Family History celebrating 40th

anniversary

By DAVID DIXON

CURRENT fascination with family history is about knowing where we come from, Lyn Smith of the Dubbo and District Family history Society (DDFHS) believes. “I think it’s just community, to know where we come from,” Lyn said of the universal appeal of genealogy. If you’re interested in your antecedents, DDFHS is the perfect place to start. Formed in the early 1980s, the society is dedicated to providing resources and information for family and historians researching people and places not just in the Dubbo district, but Australia and worldwide.

Their extensive collection covers cemeteries, local and school histories (many of them from the Western region), family histories, general research guides; as well as local, Australian and overseas research.

The society’s vast library resources have now grown to include an impressive and comprehensive collection of records readily available to all – locally and abroad. The group also runs a range of training courses ranging from how to navigate your way through Australian newspapers; how to locate and understand convict records; finding your ancestors and the valuable information from British census records; and discovering how to access and interpret Australian war records.

Celebrating their 40th anniversary in late August, however, the group itself is now on its own journey of discovery.

They are attempting to track down members from the founding years of one of the golden west’s great local community groups.

“We’re trying to find our former members and supporters form the early days,” Lyn said. “You see, many are older, and they’re not the type of people to be online, and we simply don’t have their contact details anymore,” she added.

“A lot of our supporters are older and re-

tired, and they value their family connections, but we do have plenty of young members as well,” she said. Her own history is a fine example of how, when you look, you just don’t know what you might find out.

“My father didn’t know anything about his own father, other than that he was French, until I looked it up,” she said. “It was then that I found out a whole range of interesting events in our family history,” Lyn explained.

Now located at the Western Plains Cultural Centre, the society has had a number of moves over the years, always looking for more room for their voluminous records.

“Our founding president was Cynthia Foley in 1983, and we were established with the aim of helping people research their families,” she said. “We now have a large collection of, not just research material, but researchers who all have their speciality,” Lyn added.

The founding members used painstaking manual methods to help people trace their history but, while the technology has changed, the basic research skills haven’t.

“Of course when we started, we wouldn’t have been online, it would have all been hardcopies of books and records. But we still maintain so much print resources, records and books, and it’s still one of the best ways to find out facts about your family,” Lyn added.

The 40th anniversary event will be an afternoon tea on Saturday, August 26, at the Baptist Centre in Cobra Street, and everyone is invited to attend.

Lyn explained that it would be super if those attending could let the group know, for catering and event management purposes.

“Please respond to our RSVP or contact me directly, it’s not just for catering, but we have to know how big a cake to get!” she concluded.

For attendance or more information, contact Lyn Smith at: baretsmiths@bigpond.com, or call 0418 618 515.

COUNCIL SNAPSHOT DUBBO.NSW.GOV.AU

DREAM LANTERN WORKSHOP

It’s time to get creative!

Come along to one of the community DREAM Lantern Workshops on Sunday 3 September at the Western Plains Cultural Centre.

Participants will create and decorate their own lantern for the DREAM Lantern Parade on Saturday 9 September.

Bookings essential, visit 123tix.com.au

NORTHERN BORE FIELD PIPELINEBOOK WEEK

Dubbo Regional Council is focused on drought security with the construction of the Northern Bore Field Pipeline.

This project will extend Dubbo’s existing infrastructure by implementing a further 9km of pipeline and connect three new bore sites in North Dubbo.

More information at yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: 6801 4000

Get crafty this August at the Macquarie Regional Library to celebrate Children’s Book Week.

From now until 27 August pick up a free take and make craft kit for kids who borrow an item from the library.

Not a member? Join for free at your local library.

HAVE YOUR SAY

Residents are encouraged to take part in the community consultation on the Tree Preservation Order for private land.

Vote on the height and fee structure for trees to be included in the policy as well as take a survey on the draft policy.

More information at yoursay.dubbo.nsw.gov.au

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Raffles and Chinese at the Wellington Soldiers Club

New drop-off spots for recycling consumables in Dubbo, Wellington

IT’S the curse of the age of affluence, what to do with consumables that we no longer require and need to dispose of?

Offering a new outlet for unwanted items, small community recycling centre drop-off stations were recently installed at Dubbo and Wellington Civic Administration Buildings, and also at Macquarie Regional Library.

This means that ratepayers are now able to recycle house-

hold batteries, mobile phones and electronic accessories, smoke detectors and ink cartridges, offering residents another option to dispose of selected products in a sustainable fashion.

Items that can be recycled at the centres include:

 Household batteries: AA, AAA, AAAA, A23, C, D, CR123, 9-Volt, power tool batteries – all brands; All terminals of batteries must be taped with clear tape, button bat-

teries must be taped with clear tape on both sides;

 Mobile phones and associated electronic accessories – all brands accepted;

 Smoke detectors – battery operated and hard-wired style;

 Ink cartridges – all brands accepted.

For larger household good that you need to get rid-off responsibly; Community Recycling Centres are located at the Whylan-

dra Waste and Recycling Centre in Dubbo, and at the Wellington Waste Transfer Station. Items that can disposed of free includes:

 Scrap metal;

 Whitegoods – degassed;

 DrumMuster Drums, empty and rinsed clean;

 Car batteries;

 Old TV’s and other domestic e-waste;

 Gas bottles;

 Fire extinguishers;

 Smoke detectors;

 Fluorescent light globes and tubes;

 Household batteries;

 Used motor oil and other oils;

 Domestic mixed recycling - paper/cardboard, steel, plastic, aluminium, glass containers.

For more information, contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 6801 4000.

PHOTOS BY COLIN ROUSE

Rona and Gordon

Karla and May

Sara and Sue

Sue Smith and Nathan O’Brien

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up to the community nurses from Lourdes Hospital for their work caring for my husband John’s wounds. We are so lucky to have access to such a wonderful service. Many thanks.

Thumbs up to Leisa from Delroy Woolwoths for helping me with my groceries and your fantastic friendly service.

Thumbs up to the team at the Paediatric Outpatient Clinic who, given the circumstances, are always friendly and helpful each time we call or go in.

Thumbs up to Southlakes

Dental for great work with a chipped tooth after my granddaughter had a tumble at school.

Thumbs up to the assistants in the Shoe Department at Myer. Very helpful and patient attending to a return order.

Thumbs up to Southlakes

Dentistry for the exceptional care and professionalism.

Thumbs up to everyone involved in the local production of the musical “Jesus Christ Superstar”. Congratulations and appreciation to all, including the production team, and the talented cast and crew involved. It was just fantastic and enjoyed by everyone.

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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.

How does your GARDEN GROW?

By EVA CUSACK, DUBBO & DISTRICT PRESCHOOL

DUBBO and District Preschool

(DDP) has been working together with our local Bunnings Warehouse team. This journey was instigated to follow the children’s interest in growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables from the preschool garden and utilise them in their learning experiences.

Educators critically reflected on how to extend children’s interest in gardening and embed sustainability into everyday practice in children’s learning. The ‘Plant to Plate’ team (Amanda, Kelly and Colleen) at DDP then researched and applied for a grant through Bunnings Warehouse’s ‘In Our Community’ program.

This program aims to provide a wide range of support to a cross section of local community groups.

At the beginning of this year, DDP was announced as a successful applicant and this grand journey began.

The children’s voices and ideas are valued and respected at DDP and their views on the preschool garden makeover were critically reflected in planning as DDP cares for the environment and supports children to become environmentally responsible.

DDP ‘Plant to Plate’ team have actively engaged with the local Bunnings Warehouse Garden team by sharing vision, exchanging ideas and thoughts in planning for the makeover. Meanwhile, children have been working hard in preparation such as clearing the garden, assembling garden beds and moving dirt. All the children were very keen to be involved and were working very hard.

On August 9 children and educators at DDP welcomed Corinne and Lesley from Bunnings Warehouse who were invited for a special morning tea prior to commencing gardening.

A seedless mandarin, a lemon and a pink lady tree were donated from Bunnings Warehouse and planted by children as they took turns working alongside Corinne and Lesley.

A range of vegetable seedlings such as snow peas, spring onions, carrots, cauliflower, baby spinach, beetroot, along with herbs, chives, coriander, parsley, thyme and basil were also planted.

They were also excited to observe how the preschool garden was progressing and thrilled to witness the preschool garden makeover project being accomplished.

Children and educators at DDP would like to express our gratitude to Bunnings Warehouse for their generous donations, ongoing support and partnership.

DDP community cannot wait to continuously work on the preschool garden, watch our garden growing, harvesting vegetable and fruits, and enjoying eating healthy and fresh food and demonstrating sustainable practice.

We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on, the Wiradjuri people. Australia has one of the best newspaper recycling rates in the world. More than 75 per cent

Nelson and Lesley Quinn, Eloise, Lesley, Evie and Corinne

Corinne from Bunnings Dubbo with Bowie

Jack, Vada and Brendan

Ready for some gardening fun.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

ELIZABETH

AGENT’S CHOICE

322347 m2

MODERN AND LOW MAINTENANCE FAMILY HOME! 60 DURUM CIRCUIT, DUBBO NSW 2830

In the very popular Keswick Estate is this lovely property that offers a well-designed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. With a beautiful kitchen that overlooks a spacious open plan living and dining area as well as a studynook.

The lovely open plan living area is complete with tiled flooring, natural gas heating point plus ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout the home. This very modern house was completed in June 2022 and is situated on a 347sqm (approx.) block with a low maintenance yard. Ideal first home or for an investor looking for their next step in Dubbo.

READ ABOUT IT: P26

WYTHES

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION URGING HOMEBUYERS TO GET GOOD ADVICE

The Real Estate Chat with Karen Chant from Chant and Co

Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Selling

Selling your home is a significant event, so it’s important to avoid common mistakes that can cost you.

Firstly, failing to present your home well can be detrimental. Before listing your home, take the time to declutter, complete repairs, and enhance both the interior and exterior. Good presentation significantly impacts prospective buyers’ interest and increases the likelihood of achieving your desired price.

Secondly, understanding the market is crucial. Research the market in your area to determine the selling prices of similar houses, demand levels, and average time on the market. This knowledge will help manage your expectations and set an appropriate price with your agent.

Setting an unrealistic price is a common mistake. Pricing your property correctly is vital. If it’s too high, it may discourage potential buyers, while setting it too low means you don’t maximise your property’s value.

Lastly, investing in marketing is essential. Cutting corners on marketing expenses can hinder your ability to attract the right buyers. Effective marketing showcases your property in the best light and reaches the target audience, generating interest and ultimately leading to more viewings and offers.

By avoiding these costly mistakes, you increase your chances of a smooth and successful property sale. Take the time to educate yourself, prepare your property, understand the market, set a realistic price and invest in effective marketing.

The Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA) has raised concerns about the guidance provided to homebuyers in some lifestyle TV shows and websites.

According to REBAA President Cate Bakos, relying on inexperienced or unqualified self-styled “property experts” potentially leads buyers to pay too much for inferior properties.

The association has identified eight major issues it has seen recently. They were:

No Negotiation: The supposed property experts did not negotiate with vendors and selling agents, often encouraging buyers to offer their maximum budgets or the vendor’s asking price, regardless of the property’s potential market value.

Lack of Comparable Sales Analysis: The show did not appear to use recent comparable sales analysis to determine the potential sale prices of properties.

Lack of Due Diligence: The episodes did not display any kind of due diligence, such as investigating whether the properties had structural issues or flood impacts.

Poor Asset Selection: The guidance included poor asset selection like choosing properties on busy roads without discussing what that might mean for future capital growth.

Encouraging Over-Budget Bids at Auction:

Buyers were encouraged to bid on a property at auction the next day, sometimes going over their budget, without sufficient time to undertake necessary legal reviews and full due diligence.

Misleading Suggestions: The show suggested converting part of a property without addressing whether it was legal height, possibly due to a lack of knowledge.

No Discussion of Clauses or Conditions: The episodes did not include discussions around building and pest clauses, due diligence, or conditions of the offers.

Inappropriate Research Methods: The approach to property research was criticised, including a reliance on real estate agents for research, a method that REBAA considers unsuitable.

Ms Bakos expressed disappointment. “Buying property – as a homebuyer or an investor – should never be for entertainment purposes,” she said, highlighting the significant financial stakes involved in purchasing property.

She emphasised that buying a property is often the largest financial transaction in a person’s life, impacting their future financial position. Homebuyers deserve professional assistance to ensure the chosen property suits their needs and budget, she said.

Do you have any questions? Call Karen Chant on 0448 191167 or email karen@chantandco.com.au.

0448 191 167

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MODERN AND LOW MAINTENANCE FAMILY HOME!

60 Durum Circuit, Dubbo NSW 2830

In the very popular Keswick Estate is this lovely property that offers a well-designed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. With a beautiful kitchen that overlooks a spacious open plan living and dining area as well as a study-nook. The lovely open plan living area is complete with tiled flooring, natural gas heating point plus ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout the home. This very modern house was completed in June 2022 and is situated on a 347sqm (approx.) block with a low maintenance yard. Ideal first home or for an investor looking for their next step in Dubbo.

Features include but are not limited to:

- Functional kitchen with island bench.

- Open plan living and dining with study nook.

- 3 Bedrooms with master including walk-in robe and ensuite.

- Double lock up garage with laundry.

- Low maintenance artificial turf yard.

- Set on 347sqm (approx.)

322

NEW PRICE: $555,000 – 580,000

OPEN: Saturday 19th August 9:00 – 9:30am

CONTACT: Elizabeth Wythes 0458 420 960 elizabeth.wythes@elders.com.au

What you didn’t know about Australia’s “The Block”

As “The Block” returns to Channel 9 for its 19th season, fans are eagerly tuning in, with the premiere already boasting nearly 1.2 million viewers across four episodes.

While the series has taken root in Hampton East, Melbourne, showcasing five 1950s houses for this season’s renovation challenges, there are some intriguing aspects about the show that aren’t always highlighted on screen.

UNVEILING THE LESSERKNOWN RULES

Every “Blockhead” knows about the standard practices like prioritising safety on site and taking the brush in hand for painting. But here’s a peek into some of the lesser-discussed rules that have held steadfast throughout the show’s history. 9 key rules the teams must follow that are not always discussed on camera:

No help from any outside designer.

All painting must be done by contestants.

All trades must be paid the award rate.

All trades must be inducted.

No more than 50 per cent discount on any trades goods.

No working ahead.

No power tools after tools down.

No power tools on Sunday or public holidays.

Contestants must hire their own trades.

Interestingly, in this season, host Scotty has taken the reigns and is managing plumbers and electricians directly.

The Block is on Channel 9 and 9Now.

The Block 2023 contestants Leah and Ash. PHOTO: CHANNEL 9.

Retailer The Keyman Dubbo is food for your ‘sole’

Putting your best foot forward in a pair of shoes you absolutely love makes it near impossible to throw them out when they wear or break, and that’s something seen time and again by one of the region’s longest serving shoe repairers, The Keyman Dubbo Orana Mall.

“When I come in off my weekend, that shoe repair machine is full for the whole week. A lot of ladies say they know they can go and buy another pair of shoes, but they just want their favourite pair to be fixed and it’s why we’re still here in business,” Craig Bayliss, co-owner of The Keyman Dubbo Orana Mall, said.

“I do lady’s heels and soles every week; men’s soles every week but a lot of people probably haven’t even thought about getting their shoes fixed, yet it’s consistent all the time, and to be honest I probably didn’t get my shoes fixed until we bought the business, but I fix all my shoes now, if the sole comes undone and things like that, especially if they’re my favourite shoes.”

The Keyman Dubbo Orana Mall are RM Williams specialists too, and can completely rebuild your RMs, doing the elastics, heels, and soles, plus, they offer build-ups for shoes, to help people with uneven length legs by adding extra sole layers as needed.

While your shoes are a personal item unique to you, your birthday, anniversary, Christening and

wedding are special occasions to also make your own, and The Keyman Dubbo can help personalise gifts and keepsakes.

Essential to this service is the use of the latest engraving technology to use on instore products, such as wedding goblets or Christening gifts, as well as items you already own.

“We still do hand engraving, but we mainly do

computer engraving now, and we’ve got a laser engraver on the way because we’re just so busy all the time, we need both now to keep up with customers wanting their YETI’s engraved or doing people’s business logos on things,” Craig explained.

The Keyman Dubbo gift lines cover every sort of birthday, such as your 18th, 21st, 30th, 40th, 50th, all your christening gifts, jewellery boxes and wedding gifts.

“We give a discount with wedding packages, so however big your bridal party, we’ve got all the male mugs there, and customers can come in to see the display of examples we’ve done with the computer engraver; we can design anything – and it’s all personalised for bride and groom, groomsmen, flower girls – everyone.”

There’s nothing more special receiving a wristwatch as a gift with a personalised engraved message, but don’t forget you can also get watch batteries there, watch bands, have pressure testing done as well as get your G-Shock fixed.

The core services of the kiosk-style outlet located in front of the entrance to Big W is, of course, key cutting and key repair, which The Keyman Dubbo has provided since the business opened with the new Orana Mall, in 1979.

“Lately, it’s been a lot of electronic car keys, so we can do anything from repairing your broken shell to programming keys. It’s amazing how many people are coming up with near new cars and they’ve only got one key because they may have lost one, or something like that, because if you lose your only car key it can become an expensive process. So then we’ve got to go out to the car, which we can also do for most cars.”

For all your watch battery, engraving, gifts, key cut and shoe repair needs, plus so much more, drop in to The Keyman Dubbo Orana Mall today.

Husband and wife team Craig and Min Bayliss, owners of The Keyman Orana Mall.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

HAPPY

Seth Wilson

Age? 5

Favourite colour? rainbow

Favourite game? Roblox

Who is your best friend?

Harrison and Hunter, he knows where my house is.

What makes you laugh?

Funny jokes. My dog listens to me because he sits down and catches the food, so he gets stronger

What makes you sad? When my mum smacks me but it makes me brave.

What are you afraid of? Spiders because they make you spiderman.

What is your favourite thing to eat for lunch? Maccas

What is your favourite fruit? Apples, banana and grapes

What do you want to be when you grow up? When you can get a monster truck and go in the Monster truck jam.

How old is grown up? 58

ARE

What is the strongest animal in the sea?

1

Y!

My little one turned two on 6th of August. We celebrated a koala bear themed birthday with family. Her beautiful cake was done by Ceylon Kitchen in Dubbo.

A BIRTHDAY CHILD THIS MONTH?

Send

Donut

What’s in the recipe for gold soup?

CHLOE,

Knock, knock!

Who’s there?

Figs. Mussels! twenty-four carrots!

Figs the doorbell! It’s broken!

OFF ANY SIZED DRINK $1

Theme:

Crossmath

Drop Down

No. 097

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

YOUR STARS

ARIES: Harmony and understanding aren’t always easy to achieve with certain people. Among other things, avoid talking about money with family members. You must be patient when establishing harmony amidst the chaos.

TAURUS: At work, you’ll have to deal with many emergencie s. You’ll also have to turn up the charm with certain colleagues and clients. You must be tactful and diplomatic to get along with them, as well as with your significant other.

GEMINI: You’ll have to work hard to get everything done. You’ll be warmly applauded and congratulated for a brilliant achievement, even if it’s only for listening to someone in need.

CANCER: Family life demands a lot of energy. For tunately, it brings with it just as much gratitude. Your loved ones will feel conf ident in you; you’ll be their rock. You’ll spend time at home creating happy memories.

LEO: You’ll do a lot of running around this week . Your children and other family members could mistake you for a taxi. Don’t forget to update or start your GPS app before you hit the road to avoid getting lost.

VIRGO: You may have some loose ends to tie up with your bank manager. You’ll get the fac ts straight about your relationship or a potential flame. Good communication creates miracles. It’s important to know how to assert yourself with determination.

LIBRA: This will be a wild week! You could explore a new sport. Whether you’re in a relationship or not, love will take you on a stimulating adventure. At work, you’ll discover new ways to considerably increase your income.

SCORPIO: Be careful not to burn the candle at both ends, especially if you’re not in great health. Reconnect with someone close to you to experience some extraordinary moments. You’ll start a new spiritual practice.

SAGITTARIUS: You must buy new work clothes. Your new look will give you more confidence to do better in business. Creativity is an excellent tool for professional development.

CAPRICORN: You’ll organise a work or family get-together. You’ll have the authority to accomplish great feats and possibly “solve the world’s problems”. Anything is possible with good organisation.

AQUARIUS: While during some kind of training, you’ll clearly define your career path to match your expectations and values. You could spontaneously arrange a getaway or trip with your significant other.

PISCES: You’re on an emotional roller coaster. Take the time to talk with your loved ones about what’s on your mind. Their openness could surprise you and improve your mood. However, change brings about its own set of worries.

The luckiest signs this week:

Quiz

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Fellow student (9)

6 Verge (4)

10 Atmosphere (3)

11 Wary (11)

12 Wizard (8)

13 Larger or more extensive (6)

14 Accomplishment (4)

15 Exchanging something for money (7)

20 Warning (7)

1 What condition would you have if your skin fell below the freezing point and ice crystals formed within your skin cells?

2 The 80-foot Uniroyal tyre that was used as a ferris wheel at the New York 19641965 World’s Fair is now located in which US state?

3 Which Boston Celtic great was also known as ‘the Chief’?

4 What type of food is pecorino?

5 Who directed the film Dances with Wolves (1990)?

6 In which country was the world’s largest firework lit, on February 8, 2020?

7 What is the name of Stan’s sister in South Park?

8 Which English alternative rock band formed in Sheffield in 1978 and was fronted by Jarvis Cocker (pictured)?

9 In what year did superhero Spider-Man first appear?

10 True or false: the falcon can fly at speeds of over 400km per hour?

21 Ballet skirt (4)

25 Arbitrary; unplanned (6)

26 Swollen vein (8)

28 Earthly (11)

29 Oneself (3)

30 Black quartz (4)

31 Game birds (9)

Edgeword

No. 097

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

DOWN

1 Categorise (8)

2 Relating to cultivated land (8)

3 Cavity (6)

4 Contract (9)

5 Flightless birds (4)

7 Deepen (6)

8 Restaurant (coll) (6)

9 Appoints (7)

16 Doppelganger (4-5)

17 Forbidden (7)

18 From Europe (8)

19 Many (8)

22 Cave (6)

23 Pizazz (6)

24 Bears (6)

9-Letter

No. 097

EL ES

LV EE

IT SE CH IS

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

shrug, shun, sigh, sough,

gosh, gush, hind, hong, horn, horsing, hosing, hound, hounds, hour, housing, hugs, hung, inrush, nigh, nourish, onrush, roguish, rough, roughs, roundish, rush, rushing, shin, shod, shogun, shoring, shorn, shroud,

WUMO

by Tony Lopes

OUT ON A LIMB

by Gary Kopervas

THE SPATS by Jeff Pickering

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

TIME WARP

Smiles from 1988... how many do you know?

There’s something nostalgically appealing about old school photos that seems to remind us all of the best years of our lives.

Spruced up in our best and brightest uniform; shoes polished; smiling for the camera; with our harassed teacher able to relax for one split-second, they’re a moment in time that most of us cherish more with each passing year.

This one from the kindergarten class at South Dubbo Primary School, in their bicentennial year 1988, contains a happy group of local kids most of whom, 35 years later, are now onto their fourth decade.

But how many of these smiling faces – many now tradies, teachers, and professionals around town – can you name?

For some clues, our photo contributor (who also happens to be amongst these cherubic cuties) listed some well-known local identities, amongst them: Cheryl Bender, Scott Edwards, Scott McNamara, Will Lindsay, Anthia Androutsos, Edwina Dowton, Aaron Hutchins, Nari Sahuka, Greg Sutton, Ian Gratton, Amy Chambers, Rebecca Lowe, Rebecca Webster, Mark Black, Nalinda George, Emma Kearines, Sally Young, and Clint Meyers, and of course, the teacher, Mrs Haylock. Apologies to those whose names have slipped our mind over the years.

WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER?

The Kindergarten Class at South Dubbo Primary School in 1988, a group of happy local kids most of whom, 35 years later, are now into their fourth decade. Photo: Contributed

MAAS Career Expo creates connections

Lisa Pilon, Kellie Bailey, Connor McLeod, Jackie Smith, Terese Xuereb and Chantel Morriss (MAAS HR and Shared Services)

Adam King and Tom Yeo (MAAS Civil Construction) Damien Rootes (JLE Electrical) and Isaac Newstead

David Webb and Abbie Scott (Macquarie Geotech)

Shawn Maas, John Stoddard and Simon McCutcheon (MAAS Commercial Property Construction) Joel Rapley, Luke Evans and Luke Fahy (O’Briens Plumbing)

Carolyn Peake, Haylie Sloan and Alahna Ryan (Apprenticeship Support Australia) Jessica Snodgrass, Claire Falk and John Grey

Brent Waters, Todd Forrester and Justin Hartog (Astley’s Joinery)

Candy Neville (MAAS People, Cultural and Training Coordinator) with Delroy Campus Clontarf Academy)

Ben Wells, Tanya Manson, Shane Fuller and Brad Barrow (Astley’s Dubbo)

6885

Yvonne June Lynch

OAM

Late of Rainbow Place, Dubbo

Aged 93 years

Passed away on 4th August, 2023

Beloved wife of Joseph (deceased)

Cherished mother of Maggie, Wendy, Peter, Gayle, Christine & Ron (deceased) (deceased)

Loving mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother to all her family.

A funeral service will be held to celebrate Yvonne’s life on Yvonne’s

Friday 25th August, 2023

Commencing at 1.30pm

In St Andrews Chapel, Wingewarra Street, Dubbo

Followed by private cremation.

W Larcombe & Son 6882 3199

Mr Bill Millgate

Late of Dubbo and Tomingley

Passed away on 10th August, 2023

Aged 93 years

Beloved husband of Doreen

Cherished father of Joy and Kay Loving father in law, grandfather and great grandfather of his family.

A funeral service will be held to celebrate Bill’s life on Friday 1st September, 2023

commencing at 11am in St Stephens Anglican Church Peak Hill followed by interment in the Peak Hill Cemetery.

W Larcombe & Son 6882 3199

Dubbo Sewing Machines & Patchwork is

CLOSING DOWN SALE COMMENCES on 8th August with:

Sewing machines at lowest-ever prices

Fabrics 1/2 price (minimum cut 1/2 meter)

Haberdashery, threads, parts, needles & balance of shop - ALL HALF PRICE UNTIL SOLD!

All furniture &

Dubbo Sewing Machines & Patchwork

43 Talbragar St, Dubbo • PH 6884 3640

We are looking for bright and motivated staff to add to our team. Work for a locally owned jewellery business with locations across the central west, with options for more hours and a variety of roles for the right candidates. We have multiple roles available and would love to hear from you if you are interested in filling any of the following positions:

Jewellery and sales experience would be beneficial but is not necessary. Please send your cover letter and resume to: renee@nangargems.com.au or drop it in to our Orana Mall store.

CULTURAL CENTRE

For information 0403 398 545

Orange Coin and Stamp Club INC. Viewing from 9am ACTION COMMENCING 12.30

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Cumnock Market: Saturday 19th August from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon.

Dubbo View Club cards and games: Friday, August 18, 1pm, Oak Tree Village, Shirley 0427822874

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

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

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

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. Jim Jupp, 0438414888.

Dubbo View Club cards and games:

Friday, August 18, 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. Cumnock Market: Saturday 19th August from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon.

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

Dubbo Anglican Church Vigil Communion Service: 6pm, 158 Brisbane Street. Contact 6884 4990 Dubbo Bridge Club: 1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324 Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445 Dubbo Slot Car Racing Club: 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.

Outback Writers Centre Hub Meeting:

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

Outback Writers Centre Write-in:

THIRD Saturday of the month, (Feb-Nov), 11.30am-1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo

Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, 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 welcome. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to help!

RSL Tennis Club: 12.30pm, Paramount Tennis Club courts for enjoyable social ten -

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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 scientifi -

cally 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, 5.30pm6.30pm, 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 August 21, 11.00am, 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-onone 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

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

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: 6pm, 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

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

Lily a “role model of excellence”

By GEOFF MANN

LILY Sampson was voted in as captain by her peers and teachers at St John’s Primary School two years ago; last week, she was selected to carry the Aboriginal flag representing Australia at the World Dragon Boat Championships in Thailand!

Not bad for a young athlete with roots in Coonamble and who has only come to the sport since moving to Sydney with her family to attend St Scholastica’s College at Glebe.

All the more remarkable, is that Lily only became aware of the sport for which she is now a champion when she moved to Glebe in Year Seven! I spoke with her at the team base in Patong where she told me, it was like she was living her dream.

“Oh yeah, it’s amazing, I’ve always wanted to be a part of an Australian team and I was wondering what sport I could have a go at and then I found Dragon Boating last year,” Lily said.

“I absolutely love it!” she exclaimed.

Lily says she is rapt in the team spirit she enjoys in the boat; with her dream fulfilled at her new school.

‘When I moved to ‘Schols,’ dragon-boating was one of the biggest sports; the crews had not long returned from World Championships.

“All my friends were doing it, so I thought, ‘why not? I’ll give it a crack,’ and, ever since then, I’ve fallen in love with it; it’s been great!”

Another remarkable fact about Lily, was that she was not a” “water-sports baby’.

“I had never been in a canoe or any sort of boat, so this was a whole new experience.

I only swam a bit for fun,” the

outstanding young ambassador said.

Lily says she had never even heard of the Dragon Boat phenomena: “if I’m being honest”.

Lily says the Australian Auroras was a squad of around 40 paddlers (not rowers) aged from 13–18 years through Premier Division and several other special agebased categories with people from all over Australia in her crews.

In her Juniors section, the team

was competing against the might of Canada, the United States, Germany, and Thailand.

“Dragon-boating is one of their strongest sports so, for us from Australia to compete and win medals, was an absolute blast.”

Lily paddles in both the smaller 10-person crew, as well as with the standard boat that has 20 members.

“I compete in both girls and mixed categories and we race be-

ing on the make-up of the crew,” she explained.

“I see myself as a stabiliser so, usually towards the front of the boat or at the back; my role is to go long and strong and keep in time,” she added.

Lily says it is such a strenuous sport, so she and her team-mates were given gym and other fitness programs to prepare for the World titles.

Lily’s dream didn’t stop with selection in the Aurora’s Junior crew. The youngster’s former Principal at St John’s Primary, Anthony O’Leary said that, this “all-rounder of excellence” was bestowed the honour of carrying the Indigenous Flag at the Opening Ceremony.

“I was totally blown-away when our Team Manager, Cynthia, called me one afternoon when I arrived home from school,” Lily said.

“When she told me I had been chosen to be the Indigenous flag-bearer, I was so excited, I was over the moon; that was massive!”

Mr O’Leary, though, was not surprised that Lily was selected for the prestigious spot.

“Lily took on her leadership

role very proudly and with great

She was the epitome of a role model in everything she did –sport, academics, you name it; she was a leader who all the students, especially the younger ones looked at as someone to follow.”

Lily says carrying the flag through the other countries’ athletes was awe-inspiring.

“We lined-up with all the other flag-bearers, and when they introduced Australia, my colleague and I walked up onto the stage as they spoke about our teams and we were able to observe all the different traditions like painting the dragon’s heads and were given a gift,” she recalled.

“It was something I will never forget!”

Lily and all of the Auroras flew home with hearts filled with joy and handbags – or necks – bearing medals.

“It was amazing to think I was overseas representing my country and my people. It was awesome”.

Lily has promised to pop-in and see us at Dubbo Photo News the next time she is home.

I am fairly certain, she will have an open invitation to St John’s to show-off her treasures and share stories as well!

Rhonda breathes golden Dragons, in four-medal victory in Thailand

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Photo News has followed the journey of Rhonda Betts, an Outback

through the vagaries of stagnation because of droughts and super-currents and floods, so now we can welcome her home, Australian World

companied by fellow Western NSW paddlers, Kerry Madden and Estella Ferri (Colour City Dragons, Orange), Ellie Ireleand (Lachlan Dragons, Forbes), siblings Haydn and Jacob Wadron (Pan Dragons, Bathurst); and 14-year-old, Lily Sampson (see story on this page).

Four times during the week, Rhonda stepped proudly onto the podium with her crews, twice to have gold medals placed over her head; twice for bronze.

“Our crew medalled in every event!” Rhonda enthused.

“We beat the top teams from the whole world in 200-metre and 500-metre events, and were beaten only by powerful Canadian and German teams in two finals,” she added.

After such a huge series of results, she was hardly able to contain her excitement.

“I cannot tell you how special it is, to be standing up there while they play our national anthem!

“Super proud of the crew’s efforts over the past week,” she smiled. “Think it is time for a cold celebratory drink now!” she added. Hear, hear!

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Lily proudly bearing the Aboriginal flag at the World Dragon Boat Championships in Thailand.

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Lily and the crew. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

Club Dubbo is hosting NSW Junior seven-a-side bowls

By GEOFF MANN

CLUB Dubbo is hosting the NSW Junior Seven-a-Side Championships this weekend.

On what has become a regular on the Bowls calendar, over 120 junior bowlers from right across the State, will roll-up on Saturday morning for the event, with Club Dubbo Bowls Manager, Anthony Brown, pointing-out that this is only the seventh time that this prestigious tournament will be held west of the mountains.

“Although it usually takes four greens to run these championships, the size of Club Dubbo is such, that there will be no issue in catering for the 24 rinks needed,” Anthony said.

“Head greenkeeper, Darren Connolly, will have the playing surfaces and surrounds looking a treat; it will lead to some high-quality performances,” he added.

Anthony explained that, as a bonus this year, for the juniors, Bowls NSW Pathways Coach James Reynolds and others, are holding a training day prior to the event.

The championships will also be livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook.

There are 16 teams competing from all

over NSW, including a team from the ACT, with each side comprising a singles player, and a pairs and a fours team.

Dubbo competes as part of Zone Four, which is fielding two teams, due to one zone not attending.

Zone 4 Green:

Singles – Tom Rich (Mudgee). Pairs –Cooper Fliender (Manildra) and Sam Rich (Mudgee). Fours – Lincoln Clark (Macquarie), Zac Miller (West Dubbo), Cooper Dart (West Dubbo), and Sam Bowman (Coonabarabran). Manager, Glenn Morrison.

Zone Four Grey: Singles – Josh Toby (Trangie): Pairs –Shelby Powell (Nyngan), Logan Parry (Tullamore). Fours – Flynn Thompson (Gulgong), Zeke Hetrick (West Dubbo), Curtis Brown (Wallerawang), and Jeremy Wood (Gulgong). Manager, Steve Robinson (West Dubbo)

All spectators and players are sure to be well looked-after over the weekend by Anthony and the Club Dubbo staff and volunteers. For more information, contact Anthony on 6884 3000, or visit the West Dubbo Bowls Facebook page.

One-side matches for Sundee Bowlers, with the grey skies hovering overhead

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

CLOUDY skies greeted 46 bowlers on Sunday on a morning highlighted by mostly one-sided scores.

In an early match-up, Gavin Cullen, Paul Wooldridge, and Anthony Coe, struggled to put any shots together against a determined team of Dianne Hilderman, Eric Satchell, and Colin Teale. A first-half deficit was too-much to overcome with Di, Eric, and Colin cruising home 15-12, despite losing the second eight ends.

In another game, the result did not indicate the evenness of the pairs between Leo Balstad and Pete Ruzans and Sue Armstrong and Gaye Cottee. Scores were locked three times in the first eight, but it was Sue and Gaye who took control, leaving Leo and Pete stuck on seven for the next five ends. Although the final score of 16-10 indicates Sue and Gaye’s dominance; the others just needed a bit

D Hartos, Rob Pfeiffer, and Pete Sinclair, also might have wanted to restart their day after an absolute flogging by Doc Livingston, Allan Stratford, and Mel Giddings. The Doc and his mates devoured them, clocking-up 36 shots from the 11 ends they won. Their 36-7 score earned the award for the morning.

Chris Castlehouse, Shirley Marchant, and Mick Strawhan, also kept the scoreboard ticking-over to claim 12 of the 16 ends. Sue McCauley, Steve Kelly, and Kevin Scott, didn’t get a look in, scoring two and three in each half against the winner’s 29.

Paul Martin, Frank Armstrong, and Phil Knight, damaged any aspirations Ron McCauley, Therese Gaio, and Ian Humphries had with their performance. They doubled-up scores of 1-4 on each set of eight to win 20 to 8.

A close first eight for the Gwen Bull, Ray Strawhan, and Gordon Scott, and Vicki Hummel, Pat Sher-

win, and Al Andriske sides, was wiped when Al’s team rolled in 13 to one to take a 19-7 victory.

Mary Perry, Roger Sherwin, and Ruby Stockings scored 17 shots to 16, while Di Hildebrant, Pete Bennison, and Col Cottee struggled to reach eight in an unexpected result. Just goes to show, “on the day”!

In yet another one-sided game, Jill Hawkins, Ken Whittaker, and John Cole, proved to be too strong for Helene Emblen, Cheryl Storch, and Neil Hayburn.

Using the “multi-score” method, the latter got eight for just the three ends won, while the others scored 13 in each set of eight and finished up 26-15 winners. From the total of 41 shots, only three singles were recorded during this game, the remainder were the result of the multi-score system.

The RSL Sundy bowls extend congratulations to the Matilda’s for the wonderful results thus far. We will all be watching the final on Sunday!

Swim-fish Sophie, to rule

the

roost at School Sports Australia

Local swimming champion Sophie McAneney will fly the flag for our city at the National championships next week.

We wish her every luck and look forward to bringing you up-to-date with her performances in next week’s DubboPhotoNews

Inter-generational wins for Ducks – young and old!

By JANINE GARDINER

FOR the Ducks last week, spectators witnessed the love of swimming between local ladies with a few years in between each other!

It was wonderful to see inter-generational racing with Life Member, Judy Walsh, and her grand-daughter Mia Uebergang racing in a team relay, the 25-metre brace breaststroke). The pair showed a clean pair of webbed feet to

vid Sparkes, leaving him and Henry Willcockson in second place. Another Duckling, Euan Gardiner, then teamedup with experienced racer, Peter Hargreaves for third place. The third race was a 25-metre backstroke/25-metre freestyle. Some swimmers found it hard to pace themselves across the two disciplines and broke their times, however, Peter Hargraves made it look easy as he swept to the wall. Mia was second, and Scull

third.

The final event was a 25-metre breaststroke of “go”. The idea of this race, is to swim as close as possible to your own time.

David Sparkes won, swimming 0.32 of a second to his own race times; Mark Scullard was 0.70 seconds off his time; and Henry Willcockson third, 0.75 seconds off his nominated time.

From Ducks to Matilda’s, see you next Sunday in the final!

Inter-generational ducks with a few wins under their feathers, Mia Uerbegang and her grand-mother, Duck’s Life Member, Judy Walsh.

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Club Dubbo will be praying for clear skies this weekend, unlike those during the recent Combined High Schools tournament.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH/FILE

Bulls and Macquarie have mixed results

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

DUBBO Bulls Football Club ended one of their most disappointing Western Premier League seasons with a morale-boosting win, slotting home six goals to two against another former competition powerhouse, Orange Waratahs.

Immediately following that match, Macquarie United (MUFC) lined up against second-placed Barnestoneworth United. The locals looked down and out trailing 4-1 with only 10 minutes to go, but found something extra to drive-in three

unanswered goals to snatch a creditable 4-4 draw.

Meanwhile, fourth-placed Orana Spurs suffered a 2-1 loss against Parkes. This was not the ideal preparation for Friday night’s elimination final against MUFC, although this was an under-strength combination that travelled down the Newell. Manager Ben Manson rested two or three key players and had another two on the sidelines serving suspensions.

Bathurst 75s were, in the end, the runaway Minor Premiers and get the week off as Barnestoneworth host Bathurst Panorama for a spot in the major semi-final.

Gareth Williams

“... and don’t come back!”

Bulls’ captain coach Scott Fox

Goalkeeper bottom Jamie Sharp

Brooklyn Crain and Josh Ward use their heads

Right: Blake Smith clears; the youngster scurried down the wing late in the game and made a

cross to get MU back in the match.

Far right: Blake Smith saves against Dylan Halz.

From far left:  Carlos Castrillon hammers one home from point-blank.  Ty Sissian looks like he may have overrun this one against Jarvis Marat.  Jarvis Marat shows his dexterity on the ball.  Macquarie goal-keeper Mitch Conte gloved this one away, as Barnie’s dangerman, Carlos Castillo, lurks menacingly.

Left: Jarvis Marat shields the ball from Argentinian Tom Beretta. MU’s self-proclaimed “Messi” netted with an impressive volley to square it up against Barnie’s.

Above: Brock Logan

Right: Ben Michaelis

Cowboys back in semi’s rodeo, with victory against Macquarie

By GEOFF MANN

POCKNALL

WELLINGTON Cowboys are back in finals footy! On Sunday, Justin Toomey-White’s boys scored a tough 24-22 win against Macquarie.

The game proved the perfect hit-out for this Saturday’s home elimination game against Bathurst St Pats.

Dubbo CYMS (Group 11) and Mudgee (Group 10) both went down in their last pool matches, but will host qualifying finals on Sunday against Orange Hawks and Parkes Spacemen respectively.

Nyngan, however, faces a long drive to play Bathurst Panthers in Sunday’s other elimination game.

Photos by MEL

Filisone Pauta scores a try for the Raiders

20TH AUGUST, 2023 QUARTER

@ APEX OVAL, DUBBO

VS MACQUARIE RAIDERS

10:30AM - LEAGUE TAG VS ORANGE CYMS

11:30AM - RESERVE GRADE VS BLAYNEY

12:45PM - JUNIORS VS LITHGOW

KICK OFF: LEAGUE TAG 10:30AM UNDER 18 s : 11:30AM

RESERVES: 12:45PM FIRSTS: 2:00PM

2:00PM - 1ST GRADE VS ORANGE HAWKS HAWKS

SPORT

Tink passes on tips of “noble art”

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

BRIAN Tink represented Australia in boxing at the 1976 Olympics as well as in Commonwealth Games, World Championships, and in “Golden Gloves” title fights, earning many honours and lots of medals.

The recently-retired meat works owner however still maintains his keen interest in the sweet science, running four young blokes through their paces at a gym on his farm 20 minutes from Dubbo.

“I was boxing from a very young age, and love to pass-on what I learned to young blokes who are keen,” Brian said.

“Boxing teaches discipline, encourages people to stay fit and focussed, and helps you overcome fears and the many challenges in life,” he explained.

These are principles that have served him well his whole life, he added.

“I’ve never forgotten the lessons I learned at the Police Youth Club and Orana Boxing.

“We were shown how to balance, defend ourselves, and move swiftly either to score or get out of trouble in the ring,” he said with meaning.

Brian has high hopes now for Third Year Apprentice builder, Will Pollard, who was hard at work when we caught up with him at his homespun gym.

“Will ticks all the boxes so far; he’s really enthusiastic, works all day, and then comes out here five

days a week to hone his skills.

“The first time I had him here, I saw he was fighting wrong-footed so, he is now a southpaw (left-dominant fighter), and his whole set-up and power have developed.”

Brian has been utilising his former team-mate, and four-times World champion, Jeff Fenech, to create further opportunities for Will.

“There aren’t many opportunities for young boxers in the bush anymore, so Will heads to Sydney every couple of weeks to do some sparring with Jeff,” Brian said.

“Now he’s heading to Thailand with his troupe for a week.”

Fenech supported Tinky’s assessment of his young charge.

“Will is determined to become the best he can be,” the Australian fight legend said.

“He’s shown that at work and with his honest performances at every training session,” he added.

Ultimately, Fenech said, it’s what’s inside, that separates good, from great, fighters.

“I can help to improve his skills, but it is what’s in his chest, that will determine how far he goes,” Fenech said.

“In Thailand, he’ll be working out like a professional and have one fight; that will be a real test for him, but I am very confident, Will has what it takes,” he concluded.

The toughest of all sports, and one local kid, could be yet another young bush sportsperson, on the cusp of a great career.

Will Pollard is thriving under the expert tutelage of Brian Tink.

Another young boxer, Jasper Jones making the most of Brian’s experienceBrian Tink and Will Pollard