Dubbo Photo News 24.08.2023

Illuminating DREAM FEST IS BACK IN 2023 IS

Macquarie Credit Union is keenly looking forward to the DREAM Festival’s return this September.

Dubbo’s major community celebration for the year will incorporate a month-long, multi-sensory celebration of the City’s sense of community, culture and energy.

And the local credit union, serving Dubbo and the Orana Region for nearly six decades, has been there from its early beginnings.

“We’ve been proudly sponsoring the DREAM Festival since 2014,” Macquarie Credit Union spokesperson Stephanie Semmler said.

“This year we are excited to be partnering with the Dubbo Regional Council as the DREAM Festival’s Marquee Sponsor,”

she added.

Having been a participant in the previous 2019 Lantern Parade, she believes the flagship event, the DREAM Lanterns in Victoria Park on Saturday, September 9, will be a highlight for all ages once again.

This will include stage entertainment, roving performers, children’s activities, market stalls, and interactive family entertainment, Stephanie enthused. Lantern-making workshops for local kids to get creatively involved are being run at the Western Plains Cultural Centre leading up to the big day, she explained.

“DREAM Lanterns is the heart of the Festival – it kicks off down behind the Macquarie Regional Library and travels along Talbragar Street to Victoria Park, where

there is a whole host of events.

“The beautiful Victoria Park will be packed with families and people of all ages. There will be food vans, live music, market stalls, and circus performers – it’s a great opportunity to enjoy and celebrate our community and local talent,” Stephanie said.

Another big DREAM Festival event is the popular Zoocoustics concert on Sunday, September 3, from lunchtime, with Australian country music star Andy Penkow as the stand-out.

Other performers at the concert overlooking the picturesque Savannah Lake and Primate Islands at Taronga Western Plains Zoo include Elle Flanaghan, Harriet Fahey and Sy Allen.

“The Festival is a wonderful series of family events that runs throughout September, it’s a great local celebration,” Stephanie said.

Macquarie Credit Union’s support for the DREAM Festival is part of its annual partnership program that proudly invests in and supports community initiatives in the region.

“Giving back to the community is central to our purpose as a customer-owned credit union. We contribute both financial and in-kind support to many beneficial local community groups and initiatives. Macquarie Credit Union’s profits are reinvested into projects that benefit members and the wider community,” she concluded.

Marquee DREAM Festival sponsor, the Macquarie Credit Union, getting into the spirit of Dubbo’s great community celebration this September. From left, Member Relationship Manager Greg Heath; Member Relationship Specialist Kylie Hammond; Community Development Manager Stephanie Semmler; Member Services Officer Taylor Bligh, and General Manager Matthew Bow. PHOTOS: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS

SHARLENE ROBERTS

Where do you work?

Dripp Dubbo and Orana Dance Centre.

Have you always lived in Dubbo?

Nope! I grew-up in Newcastle and have lived in many other places.

What are your favourite memories of growing?

Bike riding in the bush and go-karting in the backyard.

Do you have any hidden talents or special skills?

Hidden? Don’t think so… I can lap a pool in one breath!

Are you a “morning person” or a “night owl”?

I’d like to think I’m a morning person, but I kind of fail at it, and feel guilty when I sleep in.

Do you have any pets?

“Bishka”, my cat. She’s the best cat ever (she told me to say that!)

What are you watching at the moment?

Nothing actually! I unsubscribed to all my streaming services, because I never commit to watching anything. I’ll just go to the movies when there’s something I want to see.

Have you read any good books lately?

No, I haven’t read a book in years!

What music do you like to listen to?

Charli XCX, the hottest pop girl of our time, get on it, folks!

Support DREAM Lantern Parade by signing up to community workshops

The DREAM Festival’s flagship event, the Lantern Parade in Victoria Park on Saturday, September 9, is, for many, the highlight of this wonderful family celebration.

So now it’s time to get creative at one of the DREAM lantern workshops to create and decorate a lantern for this illuminating and singular occasion.

The workshops are being held from Sunday, September 3, to Friday, September 8, with two community craft events scheduled for the Sunday, and the school workshops running from September 4-8.

All workshops are being held at the Community Arts Centre Art Studio at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) with a cost of only $25 per person.

There are two community workshop sessions to choose from – 9.30am-

12.30pm, and 1.30-4.30pm – with these sessions for participants aged five years and older, though children under eight must be accompanied by an adult.

“The school workshops are best suited for students in Year 3 to Year 10,” WPCC Education Officer Rebecca Walker said.

“The students will get to work with professional artists from ‘LightnUp Inc’, Lismore, and create lanterns from scratch. Younger students can participate in a choice of three workshops where they can enjoy decorating a pre-made lantern,” she added.

The DREAM Lantern Parade on the Saturday is enjoyed each year by not just the thousands of people who line the streets to Victoria Park, but the hundreds of participants in the event.

“The lantern-making workshops provide the stepping stones for school students, community groups and businesses to participate in the event and join the mass of magical lanterns for the street parade,” Rebecca said.

“The DREAM Lantern Parade provides a wonderful opportunity for the community and students to get creative and showcase their artworks to the community as part of the lantern parade,” she added.

DREAM Lanterns is the heart of the Festival and kicks off behind the Macquarie Regional Library, then travels along Talbragar Street to Victoria Park, where there will be a whole host of activities. This includes stage entertainment, roving performers, children’s activities, market stalls, and interactive family entertainment.

The Dubbo DREAM Festival runs during the month of September. Dubbo DREAM Festival is presented by Dubbo Regional Council with the generous support of NSW Government, Macquarie Credit Union, Charles Sturt University, and Simmo Signs.

Bookings for the DREAM lantern workshops are essential as places are limited. To book the community workshop visit www.123tix.com.au/events/39593/ dream-festival-lantern-making-and-decorating-workshops.

To book school workshops please complete the online form at www.excursionhubdubboregion.com.au/lantern-workshops-wpcc or contact rebecca.walker@ dubbo.nsw.gov.au.

The DREAM festival’s flagship event, the Lantern Parade in Victoria Park is, for many, the highlight of this wonderful family celebration, so now it’s time to get creative at one of the DREAM lantern workshops being held at the WPCC.

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Dubbo South Public School

Now accepting kindergarten

Forward Always in Learning

Dubbo South Public School takes pride in our culture of all encompassing excellence - where Academics, Wellbeing and Co -Curricular activities converge to shape and nurture flourishing young individuals holistically.

Jen’s edge is “integrative physiotherapy” with new

Wellness and Recovery Room Room

Modern physiotherapy is about far-more than just treating aches, pains, sprains and other injuries; it’s healing the whole person, Jen from the Wellness Edge, believes.

She says that the ups-anddowns of our physical health are a complex interaction covering a whole range of factors, which are all part of getting us back into shape and raring to go!

As well as taking a holistic approach to her physio, Jen has also recently installed one of the region’s first Wellness and Recovery Rooms, utilising top Infrared Sauna and Compression Therapy technology to get you back on your feet and enjoying life faster.

Jen is passionate about what she calls ‘integrative physiotherapy’, “I look at the person as a whole, not just their injury or the condition I am treating,” Jen explained.

“It’s about considering the impact of their nutrition, their sleep, their stress levels because, all of these factors contribute to their recovery,” she added.

Originally growing up and training in the metropolitan areas, Jen made the move to the golden west for reasons of

both lifestyle and opportunity.

“I trained in Sydney, but I wanted to get out because of the stress, the pace of life, the congestion,” she said.

“I’ve also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Human Movement, a results coaching course, as well as having worked in England for a number of years, so I have a range of training and experience to call-on,” Jen said.

She believes that this professional background has informed how she ministers to her patients’ varied needs, ranging from muscle aches and pains, sore backs, sports injuries, arthritis and other degenerative conditions.

“There are a lot of things at play with how we deal with our recovery, how patients feel about it, how much energy they put into it, are all factors.

“People can be under financial stress, emotional stress, people get injuries from all spectrums of activities, and these must be taken into account,” she said. This is why you may even find yourself practicing breathing techniques and mindfulness in Jen’s treatment sessions or as part of your home exercise

program.

Jen added that people with either acute or long-term physical conditions often don’t realise that they can book a visit to a physio without a referral from a doctor, it’s totally up to the individual.

“A lot of people don’t know what we offer, we specialise in a lot of knowledge about muscle and joint pain and injury and we can work alongside your other health care providers.

One of the most exciting new areas of treatment is her recently-launched Wellness and Recovery Room, a top technology service that offers a range of health attributes.

“This incorporates an Infrared Sauna and Normatec Compression Therapy with a lot of benefits for a number of health issues,” Jen said.

“The Sauna sessions help with detoxification of the body, it offers increased blood flow, it boosts your metabolism and it helps with muscle recovery. While the Normatec Compression Therapy also helps with muscle recovery, enhanced circulation and can help reduce swelling and inflammation.” she concluded.

Physiotherapy is about far-more than just treating aches, pains, sprains, and other injuries; it’s healing the whole person, Jen from the Wellness Edge, believes.

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DUBBO STAMPEDE SPONSOR PUTTING ITS STAFF’S FEET WHERE ITS SUPPORT IS

By DAVID DIXON

THE major sponsor of this Sunday’s Dubbo Stampede running festival, renewable power company Squadron Energy, is taking its involvement very seriously.

As well as their first-ever support for this unique Dubbo event that features the sights and sounds of the Taronga Western Pains Zoo, they are also putting some of their own staff to the test!

“We’ll have a few team members participating in the Dubbo Stampede,” Squadron Energy Senior Project Developer, Jeff Allen, said.

“Let’s hope they’ve done some training,” he added.

The Stampede, part family funday, part serious running event with races from full marathons to one-kilometre jogs, fits in with the company’s ethos to support the local region, Mr Allen explained.

“Creating a lasting legacy for the community in which we develop and operate renewable energy assets is just as important as the infrastructure itself,” he said.

“So, supporting the Dubbo Stampede Running Festival is a great fit,” he added.

As well as the usual mara-

thon, half-marathon, 10km, and five-kilometre races, there’s also the second running this year of the one-kilometre “Wallaby Wheel” which is a special event for those with special needs.

He added that it is the whole community appeal of the event that ticked all the boxes for the company for its first-ever sponsorship of the Festival.

“The Dubbo Stampede aligns with our values, bringing families and the community together and fostering enthusiasm while promoting health, wellbeing, safety and social connection.

“This is our inaugural sponsorship of the Dubbo Stampede and we are looking forward to a lasting relationship,” Mr Allen added. Each of the company’s projects, he added, has a community sponsorship program, which provides funds or in-kind support to community organisations and events in the local project area.

“Our Spicers Creek and Uungula Wind Farm projects have sponsored a range of community organisations, events, initiatives and projects around Wellington, Goolma, Gollan, Spicers Creek, Dunedoo and Gulgong.

“We can’t achieve our renewables target without community support, and we want the community to see the benefits of the energy transition,” Mr Allen said.

The upcoming Stampede is on this Sunday, August 27, with five events, The “Wallaby Wheel” one-kilometre event for those with special needs, the 42km full-marathon “Rhino Ramble”, the half-marathon “Zebra Zoom”, the 10km “Cheetah Chase, and the 5.3km “Dingo Dash”.

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

“Somettimes You Yo Y Have to Be a Little Bit Naughty if You Want to Change Your Story”

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 imagination and 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 in Matilda - The Musical

Tickets available via 123Tix

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16 september

Jubilee Oval

PUB ROCK

24 september

Devil’s Hollow Brewery

LIGHTS & LANTERNS

Grab the attention of locals and visitors alike during this year’s DREAM Festival.

Decorate your window, sales counter or place of business with lights and lanterns to help promote Dubbo’s signature event. Members of the public will be encouraged to vote for the business that they think deserves to win some great prizes.

1-30 september

JOHNSON

21 september

Dubbo Regional Theatre

Silent Disco

29 september

Church St Rotunda

Tradition of great bush writing lives on

With some of our greatest writers from the bush – Henry Lawson, Banjo Patterson, the poet, Kenneth Slessor, Miles Franklin and Tim Winton – it’s exciting for Dubbo to be hosting one of our biggest regional scribblers’ fests in a few weeks.

Central West writers, and those from further afield, are packing up their pens, stowing their laptops, and preparing to trek to Dubbo in September for the 2023 Dubbo Writers’ Festival.

One of the few major literary events to be held west of the Blue Mountains, the by-writers for-writers, festival will bring award-winning Australian author, Candice Fox, and other industry professionals to Dubbo for a weekend of skill-building, networking, and practical activities.

Organised by a dedicated team of volunteers from the Outback Writers’ Centre, the eighth annual Dubbo Writers’ Festival will be held over the weekend pf September 8–10, and includes a mix of free and paid events.

Event Organiser and Outback Writers’ Centre President Val Clark said the annual festival brings a range of benefits to rural and regional scribes.

“We connect local writers with publishers, editors, and others well-versed in the field of publishing, giving them opportunities to have a conversation with industry professionals and get comment on their work,” Ms Clark said. “The festival also helps writers build skills in different ways, and to connect with other writers and build relationships.”

The festival’s Author Showcase is an event designed to provide opportunities for rural and regional published authors to have a table at the official event launch and to display and sell their books. Almost 20 authors partic-

ipated in the inaugural Dubbo Writers’ Festival Author Showcase last year.

The Author Showcase is part of the festival launch on Friday, September 8, at Macquarie Regional Library which will involve an interview with Candice Fox.

Ms Fox will also deliver two writing workshops during the Festival, provide professional story consultations, and participate in a submission-readiness panel along with industry professionals Linda Nix from Lacuna Publishing, and Rochelle Fernandez from the Alex Adsett Literary Agency.

“The Dubbo Writers’ Festival long ago became the festival by-writers for-writers,” Ms Clark said. “We have tried, really strongly, to keep that emphasis over the years,” she concluded.

Information about the Dubbo Writers’ Festival and tickets to the free and paid events can be found on- line at: www.123tix.com.au/events/ outbackwriters

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Aug 24: Julie Anthony, entertainer, 74. Stephen Fry, British actor-writer, 66. Marlee Matlin, US actress, 58. Jon Sieben, swimmer, 57. Alex O’Loughlin, actor, 47. Rachael Carpani, McLeod’s Daughters actress, 43. Rupert Grint, English actor, 35. Manu Ma’u, footy player, 35. Elizabeth Debicki, actress, 33.

Aug 25: Frederick Forsyth, novelist, 85. Gene Simmons, from rock band KISS, 74. Elvis Costello, singer-songwriter, 69. Tim Burton, film director, 65. Billy Ray Cyrus, US singer, 62. Claudia Schiffer, German model, 53. John Ibrahim, Sydney identity, 53. Aaron Jeffery, actor, 53. Petria Thomas, swimmer, 48. Rachel Bilson, US actress, 42. Blake Lively, US actress, 36. Natasha Liu Bordizzo, actress, 29.

Aug 26: Delvene Delaney, T V personality, 72. General David John Hurley, GovernorGeneral of Australia, 70. Shirley Manson, singer with Garbage, 57. Macaulay Culkin, US actor, 43. Chris Pine, actor, 43. Jesse Martin, sailor, 42.

Aug 27: Kerry O’Brien, T V journalist, 78. Barbara Bach former Bond girl, 76. Bernhard Langer, German golfer, 66. Tottie Goldsmith, actress, 61. Andy Bichel , cricketer, 53. Sarah Chalke, US actress, 47. Carlos Moya , Spanish tennis player, 47. Mark Webber, Formula One racer, 47. Aaron Paul , US actor, 44. Megan Dunn, Dubbo-born cycling champ.

Aug 28: David Soul , Hutch on TV’s Starsky & Hutch, 80. Daniel Stern, US actor, 66. Sonia Kruger, TV personality, 58. Shania Twain, US singer, 58. Jason Priestley, US actor, 54. Jack Black , US actor-singer, 54. LeAnn Rimes, US country singer, 41. Florence Welch, British singer, 37. Andrej Pejic , model, 32.

Aug 29: Elliott Gould, US actor, 85. Mick Harvey, musician, 65. Rebecca De Mornay, US actress, 64. Bill Granger, cook, 54. Charlie Pickering , The Weekly host, 46.

Aug 30: Warren Buffett, inve stment guru, 93. Murray Gleeson, former High Court judge, 85. Mark ‘Jacko’ Jackson, AFL player, 64. Michael Chiklis , US actor, 60. Cameron Diaz , US actress, 51. Andy Roddick , US tennis player, 41. Leisel Jones , swimmer, 38. Eamon Sullivan swimmer, 38.

Governor-General David Hurley

Dubbo Writers’ Festival Event Organiser and Outback Writers Centre President Val Clark (centre, front) with her team of volunteers who help make the Dubbo Writers' Festival the success that it has become.

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BRIGHTEN UP YOUR BUSINESS FOR DREAM FEST!

By DAVID DIXON

MAKING its big comeback in 2023 after three COVID and weather-battered years, local businesses are being encouraged to get behind this year’s DREAM Festival by lighting up their shopfronts.

Not only are retailers being asked to get creative in support of this month-long community celebration, ratepayers will also get the chance to vote on their favourite display.

The aim of this inaugural Council-supported competition is not only to celebrate this unique local event, but also to generate an economic boost to the Dubbo community.

The “Lights And Lanterns” promotion runs for the whole of September and is a novel new way to get the drivers of the local economy invested in the Festival, Dubbo Mayor Mathew Dickerson believes.

“The shopfront window display is designed to get everyone involved and grab the attention of locals and visitors during this year’s DREAM festival. I am looking forward to walking through the CBD to see

what the businesses have come up with,” Cr Dickerson said.

“It’s all about making it a more enjoyable experience. If shop-keepers make the effort with their shopfronts, then visitors are more likely to think of supporting them,” he added.

The Business Chamber-supported event encourages local retailers to decorate their windows, sales counters or place of business on the theme “Lights and Lanterns”.

Ratepayers are also being invited to use the special QR Code to vote on the best shopfront in this year’s inaugural display, with a prize for the top-voted display.

Cr Dickerson said that the unique feature of DREAM is in its name: “Dubbo Regional Entertainment Arts and Music Festival”.

“What DREAM tries to do is promote a series of great cultural and artistic events, not just one event,”

Cr Dickerson explained.

“It’s got to do with culture, music, the arts, entertainment, and the community,” he added.

Wellington-based Dubbo Region-

400 GUINEA PIGS invade Dubbo for Australian Nationals!

al Council Deputy Mayor, Richard Ivey, said that with regional performers such as Milly Mills performing at the Festival, many people from surrounding areas also love supporting DREAM.

“It’s just great that it goes over a period of time, that’s part of its appeal, and the range of activities, it’s a fantastic event,” he said.

“It draws people not only from throughout the region – Narromine, Gilgandra, Trangie, Warren – but even interstate visitors,” Cr Ivey added.

He said that this is part of the idea behind the shopfront display competition.

“It’s a fantastic way to involve the community, to include the retail sector as well,” Cr Ivey said.

“They get involved, do up their shopfronts, and that just adds to the colour and excitement of the Festival, as well as drawing visitors to the city,” he explained.

* Lights and Lanterns is presented by Channel 10 and LiSTNR, and proudly supported by Ignite and the Dubbo Business Chamber.

NAB Opening

JOANNE AUSTEN BROWN

A great time was had by all as the NAB staff and customers celebrated the opening of their new Tours were given to customers and drinks and nibbles were on hand. It was a great chance to catch up with the staff and busi-

The customer area is a welcoming space and there is always someone available to help you or direct you to the right person. If you haven’t yet seen the new premises, come along and take a peek.

By NOAH RANDELL

Australian National Cavy Council hosted the Australian National Cavy Show, Australia’s largest guinea pig show, at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. Contenders from all across Australia came to proudly display over 400 guinea pigs. The hall was packed with people all eager to see the finest guinea pigs of the country.

“It’s like a dog or cat show,” said Secretary of NSW Cavy Club Nikki White, who has been regularly attending guinea pig shows since 1997.

“Each cavy is given a number, and you listen for the number when the judge calls it out.”

There were over 40 different

breeds of guinea pig present, judged to set standards in front of four judges from Sweden and the Netherlands. Each cavy was ranked in categories such as texture, hair length, and density. Depending on the breed, a guinea pig is awarded points on different characteristics. A guinea pig is given a final score based on the total sum of their points. The guinea pig with the highest point total wins the Best Cavy in Show Australian Title.

The Australian National Cavy Show has been running since 1974 and is now proud to call Dubbo their new national home.

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

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

FOCUS ON FLETCHERS

Employees efforts are valued at Fletchers

By YVETTE AUBUSSON-FOLEY

THE Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge were all Lawrence Manalo, 32, says he really knew about Australia before moving last year from the Philippines.

“When I was in the Philippines I got onto YouTube and searched Fletchers, but it’s much different from TV to the reality… the Dubbo plant is mega-big compared to the meat plant I was at, but I’m really enjoying working here.

“When I arrived, I didn’t know anyone here either and I really didn’t know how to live outside the Philippines because this is the first country I have ever been to and all I know is my home province, which is a city, like Sydney,” he told Dubbo Photo News

The young dad says Fletchers’ management and supervisors have all been very supportive of his transition into a new country, life, culture, and job eight months ago, “The people here are always

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supporting me and teaching me how to live in this new environment, for example, we don’t have winter in the Philippines so before the cold weather came, they helped me to buy the right clothes but I’m still finding it very cold.

“At work, the people are also very kind; if they see me doing something difficult, they won’t ask, they’ll just hop in and help, and it’s so different here because everything I do at Fletchers feels valued.

“Back home I had two jobs yet it’s still not enough to live, while here I have only one job and it’s amazing because I can give money back home and still buy the things I need, plus save money.”

Lawrence’s second job in the Philippines was a junior high school physical education teacher, which he did in the mornings before heading off in the afternoon to work in the meat business.

No surprise then that he joined in the local Filipino community’s sports fest to play basketball and

volleyball, and might yet rally a team to enter the Mud Run. The Mud Run is an annual obstacle course run along the banks of the Macquarie River.

“When we first came here, I heard about the Mud Run but I didn’t know how to get involved at that time,” he said.

Lawrence isn’t in Australia however to play sport but achieve: such an important goal, it’s worth enduring the heartache of temporarily leaving his wife and adored three-year-old daughter behind in search of a better life for them all.

“They’re my biggest motivation to work very hard because, when I decided to leave the Philippines, it was for a dream I have for my family, and they will come here soon and if God will allow, we’ll take the opportunity to become Australian citizens one day because one of my mottos is, when the opportunity is in front of you, you need to grab it because opportunities usually only come once in a lifetime.”

Fletcher International Exports employee Lawrence Manalo.

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4 workplace personality types and how to motivate them

A POSITIVE workplace culture celebrates the unique strengths of each team member. Here are four basic workplace personalities and how to recognise and motivate them.

1. Amiable

The amiable colleague prefers harmony over conflict. Their friendly nature creates a sense of emotional safety. They may become passive-aggressive when a dispute arises, so achieving a resolution can be challenging. Kindness and empathy are essential to motivating your amiable colleague. When they feel safe to express their opinions freely, you may gain valuable insight into the needs of your entire staff.

2. Analytical

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 Be physically fit

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The analytical worker is orderly and approaches tasks with a well-formulated plan. They work well alone and have keen attention to detail. They’re often prone to indecisiveness and can be overcritical of others. The analytical colleague delivers results when presented with a specific problem and given time to think through a solution.

3. Driver

The driver is an energetic leader. They’re an asset because they get the job done and quickly move on to the next task. Their keen focus sometimes seems like a lack of empathy, which can demotivate other colleagues. The driver needs little exter-

nal motivation, but your productivity may improve when they’re reminded of the value their co-workers bring to the table.

4. Expressive

The expressive worker is quick-witted, generating excitement and enthusiasm within the organisation or with clients and investors. A lack of organisation or follow-through may offset their creativity and sociability, so they’re best balanced with more results-driven personalities. To harness their superpower, mirror their enthusiasm and engage their interest in your business goals. Talk to an HR consultant to learn more about motivating your team.

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.

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

If ha job fa T Dubbo

Where do you work?

I work at Church Street Cafe, Dubbo, and have been there for one year and eight months. What’s your role? My current role is being a waitress and the cafe baker.

What gives you something to smile about at work? Knowing that I get to spend my week working with my best friends that I have made along the way, and our customers, always puts a smile on my face when I talk to them (especially when they bring their cute dogs).

How does your job challenge you? People aren’t always going to be nice towards you, it can be mentally challenging, but understanding that it might not be ‘their day’, you can always try your hardest to be the ‘high’ in their day.

What’s been your most embarrassing/funny moment at work? Just a couple of weeks ago, I fell over in the kitchen, and I think that was pretty funny. I’m just thankful only my co-workers got to see it, and not the customers, because that would be more than embarrassing.

What was your first job

ever and how much did you make? My first-ever job was at another local cafe here in Dubbo. I would love to know how much I made but definitely wasn’t keeping track thanks to my terrible saving skills.

What’s the best professional advice you’ve ever received? You are way more capable than you think you are. You have got to make mistakes to learn and grow – not only for the field you’re working in, but for the person you’re becoming.

When you were a child, what did you dream of growing up to be? I wanted to be like my mum

and be a nurse but now, after hearing some stories, it’s definitely not my thing. Do you think robots or AI could ever replace your job? The future can do anything and with new technologies evolving, it’s sort of scary but I don’t think it would be enjoyable to dine in at a robot type of cafe. I wouldn’t like to think it would be anyways.

What’s the one thing most people don’t know you do in your job? Most people don’t know that I bake the majority of the sweet treats we sell.

A positive workplace culture celebrates the unique strengths of each team member.

Health care; International nursing launch at Dubbo CSU campus

By KEN SMITH

At a time when finding qualified health professionals for rural and regional areas is a top priority, last week, we enjoyed a real red-letter day for the region.

This was the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus with Charles Sturt University committed to helping address the critical workforce shortage of nurses, particularly across regional Australia.

With a focus on attracting international nurses to far west regional NSW, the School of Nursing, Paramedicine, and Healthcare Sciences, is com-

national course offerings for nursing students on the Dubbo Campus.

The University has worked closely with community groups, local government, educators, and international stakeholders, to ensure a firm foundation has been built to firstly encourage international nursing students to come to Dubbo, and secondly, to provide essential support during their studies.

This launch was to recognise the invaluable contributions received so far and continue to build strong networks to support these students

At the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University, Megan Dixon (GM Walgett Shire Council); Justin Clancy MP (Member for Albury); Dugald Saunders MP (Member for the Dubbo); Ken Keith (Mayor Parkes Shire Council); and Maria Willis (Councillor Forbes Shire Council)

Katrina Gersbach and Libbey Murray at the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University

Enjoying the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University, Patience Moyo and Annabel Matheson

Aisha Ebsworth and Aunty Narelle Boys at the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University

Samantha Beresford (CSU, Sarah Mitchell MLC (Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning and Shadow Minister for Western NSW) and Julia Andrews (CSU), at the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University

Dominique Spork, Adrian Fahy, and Anne Field, at the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University

Mohammed Hossain, Councillor Shibli Chowdhury (Dubbo Regional Council), Badri Aryal and Delphine Swat at the official launch of the International Nursing Degree on Dubbo Campus of Charles Sturt University

Australian Ballet on Tour

Contributed by DRTCC

Australian Ballet on Tour came to Dubbo with performances at DRTCC. This spectacular and highly anticipated show featured Act III of Marius Petipa’s The Sleeping

The Vow, and a specially created work by renowned choreographer Stephanie Lake, Circle Electric. Our photos were taken prior to the performance on Tuesday,

COUNCIL SNAPSHOT DUBBO.NSW.GOV.AU

ARTIST APPLICATIONS OPEN

The doors are now open for artists to apply for the Western Plains Cultural Centre’s HomeGround, a professional development program.

HomeGround focuses on emerging artists who are wanting to expand their skills and benefit from working alongside curatorial staff. Applications close 5pm 21 October 2023. Apply at westernplainsculturalcentre.org

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: 6801 4000

ZOOCOUSTICS SHOWCASING OUR REGION TIPPING VOUCHERS

Get together a group of friends or bring the family to enjoy live music at Zoocoustics on Sunday 3 September from 12pm - 3pm at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.

Headlined by Australian country music star Andy Penkow, it’s the perfect way to kick off the DREAM Festival this September.

Entry is free. Visit dreamfest.com.au for event information.

Dubbo Regional Council will be attending the Sydney Careers and Employment Expo on 8 and 9 September 2023, showcasing the region to prospective employees.

If you’re interesting in providing business collateral, please drop it off to the Dubbo Visitor Information Centre by 1 September 2023.

For more information email ecdev@dubbo.nsw.gov.au

Tipping vouchers have been renewed, allowing eligible residents to utilise their voucher for the 2023-2024 financial year.

Residents receive one free visit to a Council waste facility under a tipping voucher scheme. The tipping vouchers are digital, just provide proof of address on arrival to process your free visit. For more information search ‘Tipping Vouchers’ at dubbo.nsw.gov.au

Janette King

Jan Duncan and Lorna Breeze

Carmen, Tony and Charlotte Armour

Amity, Lucy and Livinia Smith

Emily Quick, Ashley Masters, Cathy Wilson

Kerrie Edwards, Christine Lenehan, Michelle and Caisey McDonald and Lorraine Mahony

Lana and Peter Whalan Adorie Tink, Mary Taylor, Robyn Jones and Di Maclean

Leilani Herbertson, Naomi Jeffrey and Kath Jeffrey and Doreen and Virginia Thompson

ART THROUGH ADVERSITY

THEY say that great art is always created under adversity, with inmates at one of our local custodial facilities putting that theory to the test in recent years.

With an active and much-lauded arts program for its inmates, Macquarie Correctional Centre at Wellington is giving the public a sneak peak by opening its doors for a new exhibition in September that is designed to showcase the immense talent and unique perspective of its incarcerated creatives.

This unique show has been created in collaboration with Wellington Arts Centre, with entry fees and 25 per cent of art sales to be donated to Orana Support Services, which provides emergency accommodation for community members at risk of homelessness.

Senior Assistant Superintendent at the

facility, Philip Lindley, said the cause had motivated the artists, many of whom have personal experience with insecure housing.

“It is inspiring to see the inmates use art, not just to improve their own skills and wellbeing, but to help people who may be in situations they recognise from their own lives before going into custody,” Mr Lindley said.

“Fundraising is an important part of the culture at Macquarie, and we use feedback from the inmates in choosing a charity to align with the causes they want to support,” he added.

The exhibition will run over two evenings and is open to the public on Wednesday, September 13, with a special viewing for family and friends on the night of Thursday, September 14.

“It is nice to be able to do something and show people that I didn’t waste my time here, I shared my feelings,” John, an artistically-minded resident of the facility, said.

John runs the centre’s art program, teaching fellow inmates how to paint and explore the creative process as part of their journey towards rehabilitation.

“When I get out, I would like to hold my own exhibition and raise funds and awareness for autism, which a lot of my friends’ children are affected by,” he said.

“I won’t sell my work just for myself, because I can’t put a price on what painting gives me,” he added.

Macquarie Correctional Centre at Wellington runs regular 10-week art courses as part of its curriculum, which focuses on building skills in a therapeutic and rehabilitative framework.

With an active arts program for its inmates, Macquarie Correctional Centre at Wellington is giving the public a sneak-peak, by opening its doors for a new exhibition in September that is designed to showcase the immense talent and unique perspective of its incarcerated creatives.

The centre’s Governor, Brett Lees, said Macquarie Correctional Centre’s painting program has provided offenders an outlet for creative expression and broadened their cultural education and skills.

“There are pieces in this exhibition which showcase extraordinary talent - even though for many of these men it is their first time picking up a paint brush.” Mr Lees said.

For some offenders, these skills will even pave the way to future employment, with two inmates hoping to obtain artist residencies upon their release, based on the work they’ve created and exhibited while in custody.

Tickets can be purchased through 123TIX, or family members and friends of inmates can contact Macquarie Correctional Centre directly.

PHOTO: CSNSW

Correctional Centre exhibition to raise funds for a good cause

Thumbs up to the kind people who helped me at the checkouts at Orana Mall Woolworths on Sunday. I suffered a medical episode and the Woolworths team members, the Ambulance officers and the staff at Dubbo Base Hospital were all so kind and caring. I feel like I got the best possible care.

Thumbs up to Lindsay Mumford Suzuki for extending an unexpected courtesy. They came to my rescue when my Ford station wagon was stranded, and I am not even a customer.

Thumbs up to Debbie Todkill on her radio interview August 17 in regards to NALAG Grief Awareness and the services they provide. Grief is not easy and Deb explained the services in a clear, comforting and compassionate way. Well done to the NALAG staff and Debbie.

Thumbs up to AJ at Sainsbury Hyundai for his fabulous service when purchasing my new Hyundai Tucson.

Thumbs up and a big thank-you to Jasmine at Sketchers for her patience, help and incredible service in solving an issue for me. All done with such a lovely personality. You certainly made my day in many ways!

Thumbs up to The Cacao House for the delicious “Cake in a Box” idea. Well done to you for not only the beautiful cake and frosting but being mindful about turning surplus yummy cake into something special. Very sweet! We’ll be back.

Thumbs up to Dahab Cafe for combining creativity and sustainability with their pasta straws. It’s great to see sustainable options like this in town.

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Another top year for legendary Eumungerie Supreme Sheep Dog Trials

EUMUNGERIE’S Recreation Reserve was the venue for the district’s annual Supreme Sheep Dog Trials, that have become legendary around the region.

Entries were once again strong with a total of 170 entries in the Open, Novice, Improver, and Encourage classes.

As usual the standard in all classes was high and competition was very keen. Excellent weather helped contribute to four great days of trials.

RESULTS OF EACH OF THE CLASSES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

OPEN

 First – Mick Hudson with MGH Daisy (Dubbo)

 Second – Julie Burkett

with Brands Hatch Sierra

The Open final was an interesting contest, with all six finalists scoring well in the first round, but all six struggling to back-up those scores in the final round. The final winner was Mick Hudson with “MGH Daisy” with a combined score of 179.

Judge for the four days, Pip Hudson, praised the standard of the dogs and handlers, as well as the layout and presentation of the venue. He also

 Third – Mick Hudson

with MGH Rabbit (Dubbo)

Novice

 First – Matt Deveraux with Badboy Mick

 Second – Merv McCahon

with Bodberdi Buster

 Third – Justin Lawman

with MGH Conan

Improver

praised the organisers of the event, and said that with such a well-run event, it is no wonder that the Eumungerie Trial has become a favourite with keen followers of the sport.

Organisers of the Trials, Mick and Caroline Hudson, thanked all the people who worked so hard to make the event such a success, particularly the judge, Pip Hudson, and all the sponsors for their continuing support.

 First – Kyleigh Victory

with Brands Hatch Baileys

 Second – Justin

L awman with MGH Conan

 Third – Paul Elliot with Elliots Monne

Encourage

 Equal First – Lisa Bracks

with Wymando Gem

 Equal First – Robyn

Yavion with Baaramu

Jordie Boy

 Equal Third – Rupert

Lindsay with Lindsays

Sweep II

 Equal Third – Matt

Deveraux with Widen Josh

Trefoil Guild Ladies, take magical mystery tour of Wellington Caves

By DAVID DIXON

TREFOIL Guilds are an avenue for former Girl Guides to stay in touch with the organisation which gave them so much enjoyment and such great experiences in their youth.

A support network that links Girl Guides members, former members, and those new to guid-

ing, they encourage supporters to continue to live by the Guide Promise: “I promise that I will do my best, to be true to myself and develop my beliefs, to serve my community and Australia, and live by the Guide Law.”

In this spirit of adventure and learning – and maintaining friendships formed during years of active service with the move-

ment – the Western Plains Trefoil Guild in Dubbo recently held a “mystery day” at Wellington.

Their trip included a lovely picnic lunch after visiting the bottle house, model trains, and wood-turning, all on the way to the magnificent Wellington Caves.

The wonderful catering for the picnic was from Margaret Grasnick, Dorothy Blake, and

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 of our newsprint is recovered

Alison Newton, from Wellington, with the meal held in the caravan park after a busy day of sightseeing. For any former guides interested in joining this friendly and dynamic local group, contact Dorothy Olencewicz on 6884 6646 or mobile 0427 833 832.

Fine fare from local Western Plains Trefoil Guild ladies. Having lunch at Wellington recently from left: Dianne Neville, Dawn Miller, Dorothy Olencewicz, Laura Forrest and Dorothy Blake. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

In the spirit of adventure and learning, the Western Plains Trefoil Guild in Dubbo recently held a mystery day at Wellington. Enjoying their picnic lunch afterwards were, from left: Laura Forrest, Dorothy Blake, Alison Newton, Shirley Gruber, Margaret Grasnick, Dianne Neville and Dawn Miller.

Top turn-out and fantastic competition. Mick and Carolyn Hudson with the Open Winners sash from Eumungerie’s famous annual Supreme Sheep Dog Trials. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

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PRICING YOUR AIRBNB

Pricing an Airbnb to guarantee the highest revenue while ensuring yearround bookings is one of the greatest challenges homeowners will face when entering the short-term rental (STR) market. The challenge is to know the financial limits and run numbers before making decisions, taking into consideration the costs of having an Airbnb, such as maintenance, utilities, cleaning fees, etc. Above all, it is crucial to constantly use the right dynamic pricing strategy when listing your property, as this will ultimately determine the number of bookings you receive as well as how profitable your investment will be.

It is important to leave your attachment to your property behind. It is easy for emotional attachment to cloud judgement; however, this could result in overpricing your property and consequently turning away bookings. We suggest treating your STR like a business. Run the numbers, do your research, and regularly identify the strategies your competitors are using and how much demand there is currently in the market.

Sticking to one nightly rate year-round is an older way of thinking. Although it may still work for high end luxury properties in prime locations, a set-and-forget attitude will most likely see you leave thousands of dollars on the table. Recent advances in technology have allowed dynamic pricing software to integrate with the town’s supply and demand data, giving you the opportunity to increase your occupancy. Dynamic pricing involves more research and analysis, but it will allow you to edge ahead of the competition and therefore pay off in the long run.

It is important to monitor the demand in the area. For example, if there is a large event coming to town that is likely to book most accommodations, this is your chance to advertise a higher rate due to the increased demand. This will involve planning ahead so guests don’t swoop in and book your property for a bargain before you have had a

chance to increase the nightly rate. When listing your property on Airbnb, they will suggest a base rate for your property. Take this into consideration while doing your own research, too. Airbnb will determine this rate by comparing your property to other listings in the area of similar size and features. Keep in mind, on top of your nightly rate, you can also add a cleaning fee for the stay to help cover the cost of cleaning, OR you can use this tool to increase your profit if you intend on cleaning the property yourself.

It is important to compare your property to your competition. If you find a property very similar to yours, think about what you can add to it to make it more appealing and, in return, be able to charge that little bit extra. For example, if you are the only property in the area with a hot tub, you will likely receive more bookings as you are the only property offering this, and you are able to price your property higher as a result.

The most important piece of advice to take away is that if you’re looking to optimise your profits, reviewing your nightly rate on a regular basis is key. If your area is quieter throughout the winter, reduce your pricing. Have a comfortable minimum, but a booking at a lower price is better than no booking at all. If there is increased activity in your town due to an event or holiday, increase your rates. You could also increase your rates more regularly through the week on popular days like Friday and Saturday nights and lower your pricing to encourage those midweek stays. It’s all about keeping up with the trends, the competition, and knowing your area.

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DUBBO HOUSE AND UNIT SALES HOLD UP OVER A YEAR OF RISING INTEREST RATES

Contributed by BOB BERRY REAL ESTATE

The median prices of Dubbo houses at $540,000 and units at $346,000 remain at record highs after a year of rising interest rates in the rolling year to April 2023, according to reports from Core Logic.

Principal of Bob Berry Real Estate, Graeme Board, said, “The first interest rate rise was in May 2022, and monthly increases by the RBA reduced the confidence of home buyers, as mortgage repayments rose, and house prices generally fell across Australia.”

In the year to April, the median house price in Dubbo increased by 9 per cent and units by 11.6 per cent.

Over 10 years, the Dubbo average median house price

has increased by 7 per cent per annum and units by 7.4 per cent per annum.

A total of 792 house and unit sales were recorded in the 12 months to April, a decline of around 18 per cent since the top of the market volume sales in 2022, when 960 sales were made.

The Core Logic Home Value index for July shows the annual value for regional NSW is 8 per cent lower. Dubbo median house price is 9 per cent higher for the year to April.

“The latest house and unit prices reflect the strength and growth of the Dubbo economy, with prices withstanding a year of 10 interest rate increases,” Mr Board said.

West Dubbo Public School 100 days in Kinder

Oh dear, how West Dubbo Public School Kinders have aged after 100 days of Kindergarten!

Wednesday, July 26, marked the special milestone for students who enjoyed activities around the number 100 and were supported by Kindy families who helped their children dress for centenarian success. They looked sensational and there were too many fun things to do celebrating, to even think about a Nanna nap. Congratulations!

CALLING ALL SCHOOLS!

Your students can be in Class of the Week too by contacting welcome@panscott.com.au to request a spot or share photos from your special events. Every school in Dubbo Photo News’ distribution network in Dubbo, Wellington, Gilgandra, Trangie, Narromine, Peak Hill, Cobar, Nyngan and villages in between, are welcome to nominate.

How old are you? 4

What are you good at?

Writing

What is your favourite food? Watermelon

Do you have a favourite word? Playing

What makes you laugh?

Tickles

If you could paint your room what colour would you

choose? Pink

Who is the boss in your family? Dad

Which zoo animal would you like to have as a pet? A tiger

How many stars are up in the sky? Probably a lot

Where does the sun go at night? It is still in the sky until morning.

Is your photo featured here? Donut King Orana Mall has a

kids doughnut to help you celebrate! Bring your copy of Dubbo Photo News to claim your Birthday gift.

Drop Down

No. 098

Starting with the seven-letter word, drop a letter and form a six-letter word. Continue in this manner until you reach the single

YOUR STARS

ARIES: At work, you’ll be given new responsibilities that don’t entirely match your skillset. Fortunately, this situation will move you up. You’ll also get approval to start a new project.

TAURUS: You’ll be inspired to go back to school to get a degree. The new knowledge you gain will help you create a bright future. A romantic ge taway could strengthen your relationship.

GEMINI: Work is starting to become routine. You need a change! Make a plan and prepare to reach new professional heights. Boldness is the secret to success with long-term projects.

CANCER: It’s easier to get along with people when you’re not emotionally involved. One of your children could give you a hard time with discipline, for example. You’ll be able to resolve a conflict by being diplomatic.

LEO: Don’t neglect the small details. At work, you’ll organise an event that will bring many people toge ther. However, it may be difficult to establish open communication. Patience will be the solution to any difficulties you encounter.

VIRGO: Your leadership skills are needed at work or elsewhere You’ll have to overcome a fear or lack of confidence. Afterward, you’ll be regarded as a heroic figure. At the very least, your achievement will be talked about for a long time.

LIBRA: A family member could slow you down. This could cause you to rush to get to your appointment s on time. Perhaps it’s time to move out of your home, which has become too big since your children have left the nest.

SCORPIO: Travel is on the agenda this week. You’ll have to sort out several details for work or family. You could also learn a surprising secret. You could make new friends within your community.

SAGITTARIUS: You might get the green light to finance a project, such as buying a property. You may consider starting your own business at home or with a family member. Inspiration and intuition will point you in the right direction.

CAPRICORN: Everything is moving at top speed, and yet you feel that things still aren’t moving fast enough. You’ll suggest some great initiatives to your significant other, who will be very impressed. You could win a sporting competition.

AQUARIUS: Your health could slow you down a bit. This will allow you to take a step back and gain a better perspective on your future, both personally and professionally. Spirituality will inspire you to feel better.

PISCES: Stress is all around you this week. However, it’ll give you the energy you need to improve your produc tivity. When you’re up against the wall, you often perform miracles. You’ll experience love at first sight. However, if you’re in a relationship, you’ll be confused.

Crossmath

1 China’s successfully landed moon probe in December 2020 was dubbed Chang’e and which number?

2 What does Chang’e pertain to in Chinese mythology?

3 Formosan languages are indigenous languages of which island nation?

4 Bifanas (pictured) are a traditional dish of which country?

5 Explorer Vasco da Gama was the first European to sail to which ocean?

6 Collins class refers to what kind of sea vessel?

7 ‘Typhoon’ is used to describe weather events in which hemisphere?

8 How many legs does a prawn have?

9 Which two countries start with an ‘A’ but do not end with an ‘A’?

10 What grape variety is the most grown in the world today?

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Taste (3)

3 Enhances (11)

9 Undermine (7)

10 Drink made with wine, fruit and brandy (7)

11 Puffed up (8)

12 Top quality (1-5)

14 Malicious (3)

15 Rural woman (11)

17 Impermanence (11)

19 Image file (3)

20 Greek poet, born in Lesbos (6)

21 Moving out (from) (8)

24 Examined (7)

25 Most famous falls (7)

26 Dutch nation (11)

27 Melancholic (3)

Edgeword

No. 098

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

DOWN

1 Offering (9)

2 Agonising (7)

3 Prefix meaning above (5)

4 Choice (10)

5 Boozehound (4)

6 Collection of animals (9)

7 Relate (7)

8 Climb (5)

13 Extraordinary thing (10)

15 Female name (9)

16 A precaution (9)

18 Bituminous road layer (7)

19 Stringed instruments (7)

20 Female name (5)

22 Raises (5)

23 Digital data transmission type (1.1.1.1)

9-Letter

No. 098

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

THE

by Jeff Pickering

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

BSA Golden Flash the last flowering of great British bike-making

BY DAVID DIXON

The emblematic Golden Flash was one of the classic post-war British motorbikes that were aimed largely at the American market.

It was designed and produced by renowned manufacturers, BSA (Birmingham Small Arms Company) at Small Heath, in the British Midlands.

Commonly referred to as the Gold Flash this 646cc air-cooled parallel-twin (two-cylinders running beside each other) motorcycle reached speeds above 160km (100 miles per hour) in trials.

It was available in black and chrome

but it was the distinctive golden paint scheme that gave the Golden Flash its eponymous name.

The bike pictured here, almost uniquely, has an Australian sidecar fitted for a passenger to come along for the ride. Production continued until 1963 when it was superseded by the BSA A65 Star. By this time, however, the chill winds of competition from the technologically innovative (and cheaper) Japanese bikes had begun to make themselves felt, with a Suzuki ridden by Mitsuo Itoh winning his class at the famed Isle of Man TT races in June of that year.

turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks... you just need

Card from the King and PM, with 100 birthday wishes for Dorothy!

By KEN SMITH

It’s not every day you get a birthday card from the King and Prime Minister, in fact, for life-long Dubbo resident, Dorothy Wilson, it’s taken 36,525, give or take a day or two!

Dorothy, born on Sunday, August 5 1923, has now reached her first century, with a card and signed pic from King Charles, and Lady Camilla, as well as Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, to mark the occasion.

Dorothy grew-up in Eulomogo and at Gipps Street, Dubbo, living next door to her parents Dorothy and Walter Owers, who were long-time residents of the area.

As a child, Dorothy went to school at

both Dubbo Central and Dubbo High, before becoming the wife of the late Frank Hill senior (deceased) and Les (Darky) Wilson, also deceased.

In her younger days, Dorothy’s passions were tennis and cooking, especially for school fetes, where her contributions were much-appreciated. She also enjoyed playing euchre and bingo and, later in life, Keno at Dubbo RSL where she made many friends.

Still sprightly, Dorothy is the mother of five children; eight grand-children, 20 great grand-children and five great, great grand-children! Happy Birthday, Dorothy, and may you have many more to come...

Nearly a century apart, Dorothy Wilson and little Koah, who turns one in February

Dorothy Wilson with Damin and Jamie

Rhonda Bailey and Dorothy Wilson

Five Generations of Dorothy Wilson’s family, Jacob with Koah, Dorothy, Frank and Colin Dorothy Wilson and her happy grand-children

Dorothy with her children, Allan, Carol and Frank, Shirley, and Margaret

Family all around for her happy 100th; Dorothy Wilson and her great grand-childrenBig 100 birthday and counting, Dorothy Wilson and the Hill Family

Kim, Alvyn, Dorothy and MarkThe Speed Family with Colin Hall and Dorothy WilsonCaroline Gardoll, Dorothy Wilson and Skye Nelson

Association for the day-to day operation of the college canteen including supervision of staff. For more details go to Facebook @Dubbocollege or online tinyurl.com/dcscCanteenSupervisor

Contact Shaun Barker, President of DCSC P&C at 0428 467 190

dubboseniorpandcpresident@gmail.com by 5:00pm on Friday, 1 September 2023.

Florists wanted

Flowers on Talbragar Street have positions vacant for two florists.

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), 11.30am-1.30pm, 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.

Ladies Luncheon: 12 noon, Saturday 2nd September. The Shire, 193 Macquarie Street, Dubbo. Call Bev to RSVP (02) 68845401.

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 wel-

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RSL Tennis Club: 12.30pm, Paramount Tennis Club courts for enjoyable social tennis. All welcome 0437824743 Saturday Art: 10am, at Dubbo Arts and Crafts Society Cottage, 137 Cobra St. Pam 6885 1918.

Seventh-day Adventist Church Bible Study: 9.30am, Sabbath School and children’s/youth Sabbath School, 11am, Divine Service. Cnr Cobra and Sterling Sts. dubbo. adventist.org.au

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

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

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

SUNDAY

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

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

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

Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam (DAMjam):

SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm, Milestone Hotel, upstairs. Join acoustic sessions or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143 Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Street. 6884 4990

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

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

Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320 Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road, 6882 0007

Mindful Crafting for Adults: 12.3pm2pm, learn new or improve existing skills. Experienced and beginners. For the next session date, contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510

Orana K9 Training Club INC: FIRST Sunday of each month, 10am, Katrina Gibbs Field Macleay St, Dubbo. MUST be vaccinated. Reg Parker 0428 849 877, Dianne Acheson 0429 847 380 Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, Dubbo. Sundays only, 6887 3704 Traditional Catholic Latin Mass –Rawsonville: SECOND Sunday of the month, 9am, Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial

Hall, Rawsonville Road. 0429 920 842

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

MONDAY

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

Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND Monday of the month, 5.30pm6.30pm, 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 18th August. 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 7:309:30pm $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: 10am4pm, 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members available. Contact 6881 6410

Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: THIRD

Wednesday of the month, 10am-3pm, Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft Shop, 137 Cobra Street. Judy 6882 5776

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

Dubbo Community Garden: 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

DUBBO ON HIS MIND

Bob’s odyssey, cycling 12,000km for mental health

By DAVID DIXON

WE all know the stats: mental illness affects one in five Australians, with symptoms like depression and anxiety affecting millions of lives.

But not all of us in our autumnal years decide to embark on a fundraising journey of discovery, cycling around Australia, like lifelong sufferer Bob Sheridan has.

Coolah born-and-raised, he made sure he included the Golden West on his 12,000 kilometre odyssey from north Queensland, right across the country to Western Australia, and then across southern Australia.

“I started in Townsville, cycled all the way across to Broome, down to Perth, and then back again to finish at Newcastle,” he added.

“The Nullarbor Plain was beautiful. My biggest day was 213km, it was pretty good conditions, so I just kept riding; for one section, only about 200 metres to my right, was the Southern Ocean. It was amazing,” he enthused.

Now in his late sixties, he still follows the age-old adage: a rolling stone gathers no moss.

“I played rugby league, other sports, hiking, triathlons, mountain climbing but, when I got older, I fell in love with bike riding,”

he said.

“It’s a great way to get around from ‘A’ to ‘B’, it’s fast enough to get where you want to go, and it’s slow enough to give you time to enjoy the sights,” he added.

While the pleasure of seeing our great country from the saddle of a bike has been a great experience, his ride also has an even more important raison d’etre, Bob revealed.

“The whole purpose of the ride is to raise money for the Black Dog Institute… suicide prevention. I was abused as a child but, with a lot of help from family and friends, I’ve been able to work through a lot of the issues that I

faced, and this is my way of giving back,” he explained.

Our home town, he enthused, has been one of his favourite stops along the way.

“Dubbo is very close to my heart. My parents retired here, my family lived here,” Bob said. “I worked here. It’s like coming home… the people are fantastic, I love Dubbo!” he added.

The Central West has been one of the last stops of his near fivemonth journey that has included his partner Christina supporting him from Perth to Adelaide, with other stops including Port Augusta, through South Australia to the Riverina, Yanco, Alectown, and

then the Hunter Valley, before finally reaching home.

“I have three more days to go, I’m exhausted mentally and physically, but I wasn’t alone… I had a car with me, and two other riders from Townsville to Broome,” Bob said.

“This is my 18th week, and I’ll have hit 12,000 kilometres by the time I get to Nobby’s Beach at Newcastle on Sunday about 1–2pm.”

Interested in giving to “Bob Sheridan’s Bike Odyssey”? You can still donate at:  tinyurl.com/bobsheridan

From rain to bubbling sea to sandy desert, Bob Sheridan on his 12,000 kilometre bike ride around Australia. PHOTOS: CONTRIBUTED

“IN-SYKES” Nic and Ash provide insight into Matilda’s Cup run

By GEOFF MANN

During the last month or so, it has been a privilege to touch base with two athletes who grew-up playing football in Dubbo and reached the footballing heights.

Nic Begg and Ash Sykes were Western Region representatives, played State League from Bathurst, and were pioneering players with Canberra United.

Ash played for Australia in the 2015 World Cup; Nic captained Canberra to a then W-League title and was selected for the Young Matildas.

Ash only finished playing at the top-level last season; Nic still coaches.

Ash was on the Optus Sports commentary team; Nic, a “super fan” who was in the stadiums for all of Australia’s matches.

Here the champions athletes share their thoughts on FIFA 2023 World Cup.

Nic, after the crushing loss in the semi-final against England, observed:

“We were pretty disappointed with the way it all ended, after all the hype.

“We were all jumping up and down and going mad in the stands, when Sam banged home that goal in the second half.

“The Lionesses are always a tough opponent; they are a class outfit, and tore us apart towards the end.”

As unbiased as she could be in commentary, Ash was itching to simply runout on the field and give the fiery Lionesses a taste of their own medicine, when they were throwing their weight around early in the match.

“Look, I’m not known for being aggressive, but I really wanted to get out there and get stuck in there.

“It seemed like their tactic was to give Sam Kerr a bit of a kick early and comeout tough and try to shake us a little bit.

“It’s not an untried method and, to be honest, I probably would have done the same.”

I asked Nic: “If you were watching it through Matilda and Australian eyes, it seemed the 50/50s didn’t go our way.

“No” she said. “I was certainly lending my voice to that fact from the stadium. I would have liked to see maybe a couple of cards earlier in the game to settle it down and set the tone a little bit more but that’s football.

Ash says losing Alana Kennedy just before the semi-final was a cruel blow.

“Alana, and Clare Hunt from Grenfell, certainly formed a good partnership at the back, but Clare Polkinghorne came in for her and, with her experience, we didn’t lose too much.

“In my opinion, Clare Hunt has been the rock of that Matilda’s defensive line so, if Alana had been there, it would have kept that combination going.

“The one thing we did struggle with, was line speed and knowing how to get up and pressure in defence. We got stuck in the box a bit in the first half.”

She was totally supportive of the

Aussies.

“I tell you what, the whole team has done everyone proud throughout the entire tournament. They were outpointed by a better team on the day but every one of the Matildas can take a bow.

Nic says that, looking back to the start of the tournament, there are a few bright new stars who could lead us forward.

“Clare Hunt, with only a couple of caps before the WC, has been a revelation.

“She showed a lot of maturity in the way she rallied the defensive line and, with Kyra Cooney-Cross in the midfield, was a very cool head.

“They both have lots of years to come in a green-and-gold jersey. Those are probably the ones who have made the most strides over the past month.

“They are the quietly-spoken heroes, because Fowler was stunning everyone with her skills and, of course, Sam Kerr is the best in the world.”

Ash was full of praise for another new face, Cortnee Vine, the World Cup semi-final clinching penalty-taker!

“Her injection late in the match added energy and speed.

“We needed that because the coach had not used many subs during the tournament and there were a lot of tired bodies.

“Playing 120 minutes in the quarter-final followed by the energy-sapping penalty shootout must have taken its toll, and bringing Cortnee on, added an explosive element. It showed when she took Rachel Daly on down the left-hand side and even got a few shots on and some crosses in.

Maybe if coach Gustavsson had brought a couple of fresh players on after Sam scored her goal, it may have increased the pressure and kept the momentum going.”

Coach Tony Gustavsson won the entire nation when he spoke after the penalty shootout.

“The bravery they showed tonight and the courage they have had on display, there are no words.

“I said to the team before the game,

it’s not about the medal around your neck,but the heart beating on the back side of it and the heart that beat tonight in this team and in this country… unbelievable!”

Nic’s comment was:

“Inspirational. The crowd in the background was energised by the team, and Tony summed-up the emotion of the moment very, very well. It gave me goosebumps!” Ash added:

“Tony had a rough couple of years at the start trying to blood new players and regenerate the squad, but he has really pulled them together and has them playing in a style that suits the skills of the players.

“He has given us our best World Cup ever, but I’m sure he will attract the attention of other countries, including the US where he was assistant coach at the last World Cup.”

Ash was in a select group of commentators who came together each day to revisit, to preview, and to offer opinions. She says it was an extraordinary experience. She was in the studio when English commentator Kelly Somers shared her parting thoughts.

“When I arrived here, I was told this was not a football country, Well you could have fooled me.

“The passion and the appetite that this place has shown for the beautiful game over the past three weeks, has absolutely blown me away and I come from a country that thinks we own it!

Please keep going to games, please keep watching from afar. The Matildas have carried everyone with them so please do keep supporting them, and I don’t mean over just the next couple of weeks, but beyond because this game is growing and as we’ve seen in England since we won the Euros, something special is happening and you can keep build it even more.”

Ash said she still gets tears when she listens to that piece.

“I was there with Kelly when she said it.

A beautifully summed up reflection on the tournament from someone who hadn’t come from Australia.”

Ash was blown away by the World Cup.

“I thought the tournament would be big. I didn’t realise it would encapsulate the nation as it has but you know I am very proud of our country and how we’ve gotten behind the tournament and embraced it and how the Matildas have carried everyone along.

“It’s been a privilege to be involved as a commentator with Optus Sport.”

Would Ash like to develop the broadcasting and media side of her life!

“Absolutely!”

Nic says the whole World Cup experience took her back to another era when Australia hosted international events.

“I remember the 2000 Olympics and the 2003 Rugby World Cup in Australia, and how much I was captivated by those events and the Aussies going on such a great run on the world stage. Sadly, England broke our hearts at the stadium again, as they did in 2003, but for us to be able to experience the beautiful game close up and to take that experience and build on it is such a great feeling.”

Sam Kerr, our magnificent captain implored leaders for more money to create a legacy off the field.

Ash is 100 per cent behind her.

“For everyone that’s gotten onto the bandwagon, you’re more than welcome to stay there for as long as you like. Watch the A League women, find a team to support, join your local football club. It doesn’t matter how old you are, there’s something for everyone, you know, walking football, Masters, kids’ football.

“Make the club’s as welcoming as you can. There’s been a celebration at this tournament but the joy and the passion that you see on display can be found every week on fields in every community across our country so if the investment goes in the right places, whether it be developing more fields, purchasing more equipment or training more coaches it will get a rich dividend.”

Nic was philosophical and practical.

“This is not an ending, it’s a start. Football is an expensive sport, especially for families from the country areas and I think it’s pricing people out, so funds need to be provided to make it more accessible for everyone.

I am coaching in the Canberra comp, and would love to do more classes and upgrade my skills but again, it is very expensive and time consuming. I know it is even less accessible for people in the regions so if Football Australia can find more money and direct it to initiatives like more coach-the-coaches then the whole country will benefit.”

Nic Begg and Ash Sykes were, like twins, inseparable on their parting comments.

“Oh, it has been a wonderful journey. We are both happy to have jumped on board what we see as “the latest stage”. We cannot wait to make the future happen for “the beautiful game”.

Rare draw in Sunday bowls in a very tight fi nal contest

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DESPITE a few regulars “MIA”, a total of 47 bowlers enjoyed their recent morning’s bowls at RSL North Dubbo Sporties.

In our first game, Ken Whittaker, Rob Pfeiffer, and Phil Knight, may have only won seven ends against Vicki Hummel, Ricky See, and Gordon Scott, but the 19 shots they tallied, were easily enough! Multi-scores saw them home by six – 19-13.

D Hill, Gaye Cottee, and Neil Hayburn, enjoyed the first half

of their game, staying in touch with Chris Castlehouse, Cheryl Storch, and Roy Frost. They were just two shots down rolling into the second half, but “CC&R” then exploded with a big six on 14, to bank a 17-12 win.

Doc Livingston, Ross Pharo, and Bryan O’Sullivan also looked likely winners after a four and a triple, leading Pat Sherwin, Anthony Coe, and John Cole by five shots after eight, but a huge seven-count on end nine signalled a change, Pat, Anthony, and John, racing home by 17-14.

Chris Strojny, Ruby Stockings, and Col Dover, ambushed Ray Strawhan, Pete Bennison, and Pete Ruzans, with a six on the sixth, followed by a seven on the eighth. As well as they bowled at times, Pete’s side felt pain, 12 shots down and, despite a few good returns on the way home, they went down 2715; with the award of the morning going to the “two C’s” and Ruby!

Leo Balstad, Roger Sherwin, and Mick Strawhan, took a handy seven-shot buffer into the break against Sue Armstrong, Eric Satchell, and Mike Twohill before

clinching victory by 16-13, eight ends each.

In a turn-up for the books, Paul Martin, Allan Stratford, and Matt Quill were run-down by Ros Joseph, Paul Goodstat, and Kevin Scott during the second eight ends. The winners banked two fives in the second half, and led by three at the 15th. Paul, Allan, and Matt almost stole it on the 16th, but their two shots left them one down – 18-17 being the final score.

Mary Perry, Colin Teale, and Pete Sinclair, were confident after leading 10-6 against Paul

Wooldridge, Ian Humphries, and Karen Greenhalge. Winning five of the next eight, Karen’s side kept putting pressure on Pete’s team, to get within three after 13; two after 15 shots, and made a double on the last, to record a rare draw for a Sundy social!

Steve Kelly and Col Cottee made offerings to the swinger Gavin Cullen; Frank Armstrong and Al Andriske dangled a bigger carrot! Al’s team led by one, but Col’s forged ahead on 11 and that spurred Gav and co. back to life and they won 14-8.

The Sykes twins. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Criterium titles, from kids to seniors, held over weekend

Far right: The B-Grade winners, from left, Emily Hines, Simone Grounds, and Harry Pickering.

Right: The U/11 winners, from left, Hamish Smith, Sebastian Gallagher, and Euan Billsbourough

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THE Western Division Criterium Titles were hosted by the Dubbo Cycle Club over the weekend with participants ranging from under nine riders to seniors.

The junior U/9 time-trial kicked-off the racing, with Nadia Gallagher (Bathurst) taking the win, followed by Audry Smith, also of Bathurst, in second place.

In the U11 category, Sebastian Gallagher of Bathurst secured the win, while Hamish Smith (Ba-

Billsborough (Dubbo) took third place.

For U13 riders, Sidney Pickering dominated the time trial with an impressive average speed of 37.6km/hr. Cooper Farr claimed second place, and Christian Webber finished third.

In the Road Race, the Under Nine riders’ division saw Nadia Gallagher triumph once again, closely pursued by Audry Smith.

Among the Under 11 riders, Hamish Smith clinched the victo-

lagher in second, and Euan Billsborough in third. Cooper Farr triumphed in the Under 13 rider’s category, while Sidney Pickering put-up a strong sprint for second place; with Christian Webber securing the third spot.

In the criterium championships, Nadia Gallagher secured the top position, and Audry Smith took second place. Sebastian emerged as the winner, followed by Hamish Smith in second. Among the Under 13 riders, Cooper Farr

Sidney securing second place, and Christian taking third.

In the Senior divisions, Luke Beange claimed victory in E-Grade with an impressive average speed. Scott Smith triumphed in D-Grade while, in C-Grade, a thrilling sprint to the finish line took place.

This had Jenna Gallagher narrowly edging-out Toiressa Gallagher for first, with Gary Hamer in third and Rob Stevens in fourth.

NSW Junior Seven-a-Side, draws the top young players from around State

By GEOFF MANN

DESPITE a very cold start, Club Dubbo hosted a hugely-successful State Junior Seven-a-Side Championships last weekend with 120 junior bowlers converging on the West Dubbo greens from across NSW.

Cool and windy conditions on Saturday made way for brilliant sunshine for Sunday with the varying weather not affecting the standard of bowls in any way with hundreds of supporters and spectators treated to some amazing bowls.

Congratulation to Zone 16 for taking-out the overall Gold Medal over the three different events. Zone 12 came in second, while the local team, Zone Four Grey, were third.

Congratulation also to Tom Rich for

picking-up a bronze medal in the Singles event, and also the Grey team coming third in the overall teams’ point-scoring!

Individual results were as follows:

Singles: Gold – Travis Moran (Zone 16) Silver – Ryan Klem (Zone 12); Bronze – Tom Rich (Zone Four)

Pairs: Gold – Jacob Aitken, Flynn Cooper (Zone 16); Silver – Billy Waite, Brendan Ford (Zone 12); Bronze – Daniel Paul, Lachlan Thompson (Zone 13)

Fours: Gold – Tara Ingram, Kade Allen, Ella Cameron, Tim Thorning (Zone Three); Silver – Jeremy Bourke, Dakota Meatheringham, Zander Webber, Koby Kattau (Zone Six); Bronze – Zoe Davis, Zac Moran, Cael Arneman, Hamish Hampton (Zone 16)

Local Results included:

Grey Team, Tom Rich – Bronze; Cooper Fliender and Sam Rich – Fourth; Lincoln Clark, Zac Miller, Cooper Dart, Sam Bowman – seventh.

Green Team, Josh Toby – 11th; Shelby Powell and Logan Parry – 14th; Flynn Thompson, Zeke Hetrick, Curtis Brown, Jermy Wood – 14th

Junior bowls in the western region is strengthening, as evidenced by the inclusion of additional Zone Four sides. Although not featuring in the medal count, both these sides comprised younger bowlers with a very bright future in the game.

This prestige junior event has been held at Club Dubbo for the past seven years, with a special announcement to be made soon regarding next year’s host.

ian champion, Simone Grounds engaged in a closely-contested sprint against Emily Hines. Simone managed to secure first place, with Emily in second, Harry Pickering took third, and John Curly secured fourth. Returning to form, Tim Hines dominated A-Grade with a long-range sprint, just ahead of Greg Milburn in a rapid finish with Jason Farr securing third position.

AN excited crowd gathered at Apex Oval on Friday night to see which Dubbo Football club would continue in the Western Premier League.

both games during the regular season, but the maturing Macquarie United Football Club came back from a onenil deficit, with two second half strikes by high school student, Ethan Letfallah.

birthday present for Ethan, who showed exceptional finishing skills.

Barnestoneworth in Orange in this weekend’s minor semi-final.

Dubbo CYMS run-away with “Reggies”

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO CYMS Fishies Reserve graders showed their all-round strength, overpowering a Blayney side that suffered the loss of one player, who was taken away by ambulance in the second half.

Craig McLean’s side ran in seven tries to three, with the skipper grabbing 15 points

CYMS gets a week off; Blayney plays St Pats at Orange, while Macquarie will face Mudgee in Parkes after going down 22-16 to Cowra.

Lithgow Wolves strike late in heart-breaking CYMS loss

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

AFTER trailing for much of the game, Lithgow juniors scored a heart-breaking, match-winning try in the final minute, to sink CYMS by 17-14 in the Juniors semi-final.

Fullback Tallon Egan scored two tries and kicked two towering conversions from the sideline, for the victors. Eli Morris’s field goal in the first half, also proved decisive.

Dubbo CYMS will now meet Orange CYMS at Wade Park on Sunday with Forbes playing against Mudgee Dragons in Parkes in the other elimination final.

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

Brad Spencer congratulates Darryl Cubby after one of his two tries

Louis Murphy scores in the northern corner

Fullback Rory Madden, was a beacon for the CYMS Reserves, racing-in for two tries and providing great cover at the back

Five-eighth Josh Townsend

Nayhte Peachey ran 90 metres from the kick-off to the second half, to setup CYMS’ second try

Prop Wade Lewis brought the crowd to their feet with his barn-storming runs

CYMS, Mudgee, Wellington, Panthers, win Peter McDonald finals Week One

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

THE top teams in each region, Dubbo CYMS in Group 11; and Mudgee Dragons in Group 10, had contrasting but important wins last Sunday in the Peter McDonald Premiership, to book a weekoff for second round of the semis.

The locals, CYMS, led Orange Hawks all the way for a convincing 28-6 victory, however, Mudgee had to chase-down Parkes to finally triumph 28-20 at home.

CYMS win was built on a five-star effort by game-breaker Alex Bonham, half-back, Jordie Madden, and a tremendous performance from the Cleary boys in the second-row, while Mudgee overcame the loss of suspended Captain-Coach, Clay Priest, to chase down the Spacemen who seemed set to pull-off a massive upset.

Wellington also proved too-strong for Bathurst St Pats on Saturday, and will now play Parkes in a qualifying final, while Bathurst Panthers will face Hawks after a creditable 28-20 win over Nyngan Tigers.

CYMS Reserves have a week-off as well. However, the juniors and League Tag Minor Premiers, both fell to Lithgow Workies and Orange CYMS respectively, and will need to win to stay alive.

 First Grade result: CYMS 28, defeated Orange Hawks, 6

Left: James Stanley had an extra sting in his runs, and was also celebrating the birth of his second bub during the week!

Below left: Nathan Potts was one of the Hawks’ best Below: Impressive second-rower, Mitch Cleary, joined brother Jaymen in the pack. The former Coonamble juniors played a huge role for the Fishies in Sunday’s win

Above: Five-eighth, Claude Gordon Jnr, beats Chappo to the bomb

Replacement forward, Tom Stimpson, is close to the most improved Fishie for 2023

Centre Hughes, does a “Cazaly”!

Ben Marlin can play anywhere in the pack. Jyie Chapman takes it forward

Centre Jyie Chapman loves the big matches; but probably doesn’t love the turf at Apex Oval, though!

Orange CYMS tag Dubbo Fishies in local Ladies League semi-final

By GEOFF MANN

VISITING Orange CYMS girls, proved just a little bit toostrong for the second time this season, downing the local League Tag Ladies from Dubbo CYMS by 18-10. Dubbo CYMS now play Mudgee at Wade Park, Orange, in what is expected to be another tough match.

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

Hannah Allen tagged in epic fashion

Emerson Cobby

Madi Masman

Alanah Ryan scores for the Minor Premiers

Isabella Astley tags to the left

Alanah Ryan

Maddi drew plenty of plenty attention

SPORT

By GEOFF MANN

CYMS half Maddi Crowe wed first grade winger Corey Drew in a match-up that attracted plenty of attention.

The Australian Opens Touch champion was the focus of Orange CYMS in the League Tag qualifying semi on Sunday. The flyer showed her wares but it wasn’t enough as the Fishies were hooked by their Orange counterparts 18-10.

Maddie’s teammates are praying she recovers from an ankle injury for Sunday’s qualifying match against Mudgee Dragons in Orange.

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Photo by MEL POCKNALL