Dubbo Photo News 21.09.2023

DiversityUnity Unity

INDIA ON SHOW AT CROSS-CULTURAL CARNIVALE

By DAVID DIXON

Want to know and experience the variety of cultures, peoples, music and society of the Indian sub-continent?

Then why not come and see them all on display at the 2023 Cross Cultural Carnivale this Saturday, September 23, at Dubbo Showground.

The festival, celebrating unity in diversity, aims to showcase the variety and richness of sub-continental India, that also includes the peoples of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and Pakistan, and the Indian diasporas in countries like Fiji and South Africa, organiser Sanjay Chandran explained.

“It’s a way of coming to know each other’s culture, the Indian sub-continent comprises of so many different peoples, nations and societies,” Sanjay said.

“There’ll be food from the different nations, plus music, dance, arts and cultural displays from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal,” he added.

The event also aims to showcase the rich diversity of the region for Australians of European and other backgrounds.

“It’s for everyone, we are looking for as many people as want to come, to be involved,” Sanjay said.

“We’d like to see as many locals there as possible - it’s free entry, everyone is invited.”

Secretary of the local cross-cultural group, ORISCON (Orana Residents of Indian Sub-Continental Heritage) – the event highlights how many migrants from the region now call Australia home, and the contribution they have

made to our region.

ORISCON is a voluntary group that currently comprises about 58 families based in Dubbo and another 37 families based in the surrounding Orana Region with the group also assisting newcomers and members to settle in the Orana Region.

“We have got about 1000 community members from the Indian sub-continent, many of our people have made their home in the region,” Sanjay said.

“Our aim is to bring together all the groups from the Indian region and to experience each other’s cultures,” he added.

Originally held in the early 2000s, the event, like many, went into hiatus during the pandemic lockdowns, but is now looking to be back, bigger and better than ever.

“We’ve been holding this for a while, but we had a break during COVID.

“We’d really like to get the event back to what it was in about 2020,” Sanjay added.

Starting at about 5pm, attendees are encouraged to bring their own mats and chairs and enjoy the various cultural programs in the open air.

The event is being supported by a number of local groups, as well as Multicultural NSW and Transport for NSW.

For more information go to the www.dubbo.com.au/events/website: cross-cultural-celebration-2021 or call: 0406 496 385

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PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

Matilda the Musical JR

A HIT SELL-OUT AT ST JOHN’S

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old-out performances of Matilda the Musical JR last week by St John’s Primary and St John’s College shows that, sometimes, you have to be a little bit naughty, to change your story.

Based on one of children’s author Roald Dahl’s most beloved classics, the show is a school production written by Australian Tim Minchin, and was a hit with students, parents, and supporters, alike, a school spokesperson said.

“Wow! What a performance the students gave in the recent production of Matilda the Musical held at the new performing arts hall at St John’s College,” the spokesperson said. “It was simply wonderful; directed by the team of Mr O’Leary, Mrs Emery, and Mrs Lees, the students brought the stage alive with their brilliant performances.”

The Musical Theatre students of St John’s Primary and St John’s College performed in front of more than 1400 people over two days and nights at the school’s new theatre facility.

Over 50 performers from Year Five

to Year 10 comprised the cast of Matilda, with additional support from every student from K-6, with each grade also performing a key song.

The cast worked very hard to create a highly professional show which sold-out fi ve performances, including a starring performance at the Dubbo Dream Festival’s Lantern parade.

In the leading roles were Cleo Hawcroft and Lilly Hanson as Matilda, giving brilliant performances of the unloved and under-appreciated youngest child of the Wormwood’s, the spokesperson said.

“They were supported by the wonderful Mackenzie Ayre and Charlotte Hall, who were the embodiment of Miss Honey, Matilda’s highly loveable teacher; and Noah Bowen and Jessica Bywater shone in outstanding performances as Miss Trunchball, the school’s mean headmistress who hates children.

“The mean Mr Wormwood roles were played with great humour by Jackson McGlynn and Annaliese Dalton, and

no one will forget the funny and outrageous Mrs Wormwoods, played by Emilia Muller and Hayley Prout; the supporting cast were superb in their roles, along with the backstage and sound crew who ensured each performance was seamless,” the spokesperson said.

Mrs Emery commented that the show has been a thrill to be involved in. “It has been an incredible privilege to work with the amazing cast of Matilda over the past few months,” she enthused. “It has been such a delight to watch their skills and confidence grow; they have made me laugh, cry and given my goosebumps with their interpretations of their characters and singing abilities.”

She said that the children have all grown during the unique experience of putting on such a show.

“Helping guide them on this journey and watching the friendships and memories they have created, is something I will definitely never forget in my lifetime. It has been quite an amazing experience!” Mrs Emery said.

The show featured some of the musical’s most iconic songs, including Miracle, Naughty, Bruce, When I Grow Up, and Revolting Children.

“It was great to see this ensemble come together to make something exceptional as they wove a fabric of care, trust, courage and support for each other,” the spokesperson added. “The faces and excitement from our students at the end of each performance summed up what has been an incredible experience for all involved.”

Mrs Lees added that the idea all came out of a suggestion from a colleague.

“Wow, what a wild and crazy ride it has been over the past few months! Matilda JR started with an idea from Mr O, and it turned into something beyond my wildest dreams; it has been my absolute pleasure to witness the growth of each and every student. It has been amazing to watch the students’ confidence,” she concluded.

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DREAM sing-along

Eighties classic at old-style Pub Rock fun

By DAVID DIXON

Love to learn a classic old rock song and sing along with your friends at one of our great local venues?

For those want to experience that sense of fun and camaraderie of a communal tune, a special “Pub Rock” event is coming to the Devil’s Hollow Brewery this Sunday, September 24, from 3pm.

The DREAM Festival event will include coaching with a professional singer and band, rehearsals, finishing-up with a great sing-along to the as yet-to-be-revealed classic eighties hit, Devil’s Brewery co-owner Ceridwyn Usback explained.

“Pub Rock” involves a group of people gathering at a ticketed venue who are then taught a popular rock song, concluding with everyone singing the hit tune, choir-style.

“This is inaugural event to be held at the Brewery, and a new concept for Dubbo, it’s not a concert by a band, they’re just there to provide the music, it’s a group sing-along” Ceridwyn said.

“It’s a pub full of people belting-out an iconic eighties rock song, so it should be good fun, like a good old-fashioned pub rock concert,” she added.

Leading the singing at this event will be Camilla Ward, a singing-vocal coach of The Creative Voice Studio Dubbo, along with the local band, “Indistinct Chatter”,

featuring Justin Ayling.

The action starts at 3pm when attendees gather at Devils Hollow Brewery for a free drink (included in the ticket price), meet Camilla and the band, and begin to learn the song, which will be kept secret until the day of the event with lyrics provided. It all ends in uproarious fun with a 15-minute rendition of the old classic at 4.45pm.

“It’s all about the joy of group singing, it’s good for the soul and great fun and you don’t need to be a good singer… no solos required!” Ceridwyn explained.

Just bring yourself… and an open mind to trying something different from eighties rock style,” she added.

Her support for the idea came about through her years supporting DREAM when it was a group of volunteers bringing music, culture, and art to the central west.

“I was on the committee for five years, and I continue to support the DREAM Festival; I’ve always done something to help, supported it in some way.

“As a co-owner of Devil’s Hollow Brewery, I have continued my support with the

DREAM Festival by hosting events (in con- junction) at our venue such as; Brushes at the Brewery, Oktoberfest and now bringing back Pub Rock.”

Tickets can be purchased at: devilshollow.com.au

Tickets may also be purchased at the door, that is, if the event has not already sold out for the 18-plus celebration of good old-style rock and roll.

This event is being arranged and delivered by Devil’s Hollow Brewery under this year’s DREAM Festival. “Connect | Celebrate | Illuminate… rock!”

Kirk Watts, Mick Davis, Camilla Ward and Justin Ayling. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

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Klaudia McKenzie as “Thelma The Unicorn”

Slohne and Layne Williams as “The Grinch” and “Mirabel”

Albany Maher as The White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland

Tasha Middleton 7yrs old as Wednesday Addams for book week 2023

Evie and Alex Hall as “Ginny” and “Ron Weasley”

Adelaide Maher as “Katniss Everdeen” from the Hunger Games

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St John’s College Industrial Technology skills on display

Contributed by MARK SCULLARD – INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

TEACHER ST JOHN’S COLLEGE DUBBO

An exhibition of St John’s College Industrial Technology timber major projects was a wonderful way to bring parents, teachers and students together to view these amazing works.

There was a vast array of talent and skill on display from the 21 talented students, including a blanket box with double-layered pin joints, entertainment units with beautifully arranged parquetry drawer fronts, another with barn door sliders, and a highly decorative games cabinet, to highlight a few.

A beautiful Blackwood pool table and bar showed accuracy in construction, while a contemporary round coffee table

with a resin drawer and curved drawers showed innovation in design.

A vast number of timbers were used including Sydney, Bluegum, Jarrah, Ironbark and Victoria Ash to name a few.

The application of form laminating, laser cutting and sliding dovetail rails allowed students to develop new skills and bring highlights to their projects.

Congratulations to each and every student on their dedication and the wonderful items of furniture that they have produced.

Charlie Collins

Logan Lempriere

Anisa, Ryan, Sean, Craig and Jack

Harvey and Kristian Moore

Harvey and Kristian Moore

Hayden Lindley

Bailey Mathieson

Fleur and Xanthe Mara

Principal of St John’s College Nicole Morton with the work of Emerson Cobby

Petrina Dowton, Josh and Jessica Bywater

Rhys O’Neil

Jayden Fox

Drew Moulder

Xavier, Tate and Casey Nunn

Peter, Alex, Kirsten and Josef Heap

Doug and Steve Butcherine and Rebecca Criss enjoying the pool table created by Ben Butcherine

Monique Edwards proud mum of Will Edwards

“ZOOM, ZOOM” PRIZES FOR STUART TOWN’S MULTICULTURAL FEST RAFFLE

By DAVID DIXON

RACE fans could be in the pink at Stuart Town’s Multicultural Festival next weekend with top-of-the-line tickets for October’s Bathurst 1000 first prize in the raffle on the day.

Other rewards from the $5 per ticket draw at next Weekend’s shindig, include helicopter rides, year passes to local nature reserves, and men’s, women’s, and kid’s gift packs.

The world is coming to Stuart Town for the celebration which will include African dancers, a mariachi band, Chinese dragons, Zimbabwean drummers, and Indigenous performers.

Located between Dubbo and Orange on the scenic Burrendong Way, the historic community is throwing itself into its aptly titled Multicultural Festival on Sunday, October 1, with attendees invited to dress in their national costumes to add colour to this international celebration.

With only a $2 gold coin donation entry, there’ll be something for everyone, spokesperson Pam Gough explained.

“We’ll have food from cultures around the world, belly dancers, local country and western performers, dance groups from Indian, Nepalese, and Celtic cultures, Zimbabwean drummers, and more than 100 stalls filling the main street,” Pam said.

“There’s a puppet show, small animal

The world is coming to Stuart Town for their Multicultural Festival on Sunday, October 1, including African dancers, a mariachi band, Chinese dragons, Zimbabwean drummers, and Indigenous performers.

farm, slides, miniature train rides, a merry-go-round, face-painting, an art show, and even helicopter joy rides,” she added.

But it’s the tickets for the raffle that should have race supporters excited, she said.

“If you’re a ‘zoom, zoom’ race-car fan we’ve got four passes; we’re drawing four, three-day tickets to the Bathurst 1000,” Pam said.

“These will give you full access to not only the race, but also the pits, It’d be a great experience,” she added.

With the inaugural festival last year overcoming a wet spring to draw a good crowd, this year organisers are expecting up to 5000 visitors to descend on the historic township, whose former name Ironbark was once immortalised in the Banjo Patterson poem, The Man from Ironbark.

“I’m so excited, it’s going to be a good fair with dancing down the streets and lots of colour, there’ll be something hap-

pening all day.

“Versatile is the way I would describe it, lots of variety, food outlets, and a band playing, plus the Royal Australian Air Force Band, this is the band that plays rock and roll, not the marching band,” she added.

She hopes this year that the weather gods will smile kindly on the event.

“We’re hoping for some really nice weather, it should be a super day, and we’d love a crowd to come,” Pam concluded.

“And all this for only $2 a head, with children under five free; so dust-off your comfy shoes and come and share a day of fun and joy with us at Stuart Town on Sunday, October 1.”

The event is supported by Multicultural NSW. For more information contact Mel Howard on 0434 224 171, or Pam Gough on 6846 8208.

Note: Bring your cash because there are no ATMs at the event.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Sep 21: Jerry Bruckheimer, film-television producer, 80. Stephen King , author, 76. Bill Murray, comedian-actor, 73. Kevin Rudd, former PM, 66. David Wenham, actor, 58. Luke Wilson, US actor, 52. Faith Hill , US country singer, 56. Anna Meares, cyclist, 40. Emma Watkins the yellow Wiggle, 34. Jason Derulo, US pop singer, 34. Sep 22: Kerri-Anne Kennerley, T V personality, 74. Debby Boone, US singer, 67. Nick Cave, singer-songwriter, 66. Joan Jett, rock singer, 65. Andrea Bocelli Italian tenor, 65. Scott Baio, US TV actor, 63. Gladys Berejiklian, former NSW Premier, 53. Kate Ellis, politician, 46. Harry Kewell , soccer star, 45. Phil Waugh rugby union player, 44. Billie Piper, British pop singer-actress, 41. Tom Felton, British actor, 36.

Sep 23: Julio Iglesias, Spanish crooner, 80. Eric Bogle singer-songwriter, 79. Bruce Springsteen, aka The Boss, 74. Jason Alexander, George Costanza on Seinfeld, 64. Sarah Blasko singer-songwriter, 47. Lote

Tuqiri, league/union player, 44. Alyssa Sutherland, actress, 41. John Folau, rugby league player, 29.

Sep 24: Fiona Corke, Gail Robinson on Neighbours, 62. Collette Dinnigan, fashion designer, 58. Dean Canto, race car driver, 43. Ryan Briscoe, racing driver, 42.

Sep 25: Robyn Nevin, ac tress, 81. Michael Douglas US actor, 79. Felicity Kendal , British actress, 77. Anson Williams, Potsie on Happy Days, 74. Mark Hamill , Luke Skywalker in Star Wars, 72. Colin Friels, actor, 71. Heather Locklear, US actress, 62. Will Smith, US actor-singer, 55. Catherine Zeta-Jones, Welsh actress, 54. Robbie Mears, footy player, 49. Jessica Gomes, model, 38.

Sep 26: Ian Chappell , cricketer, 80. Bryan Ferry, British singer, 78. Linda Hamilton, US actress, 67. Andrew Bolt, columnist-The Bolt Report, 64. Steve Moneghetti marathon runner, 61. Melissa Sue Anderson, Mary Ingalls on TV’s Little House on the Prairie, 61. Brett Climo, actor, 59. Daryl Beattie, motorcycle racer, 53. Serena Williams, US tennis player, 42. Sep 27: Graham Richardson, politician turned political commentator, 74. John Marsden, author, 73. Ray Hadley, radio broadcaster, 69. Gwyneth Paltrow, US actress, 51. Avril Lavigne, Canadian singer, 39.

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ACADEMY STUDENTS AMONG NATION’S FINEST PROBLEM SOLVERS

BY NOAH RANDELL

The Central West Leadership Academy has qualified yet again for the Future Problem Solving National Finals this October 14-15 in Brisbane for the fourth time in four years.

Global Issues Problem Solving (GIPS) is a competition where teams are presented with a problem in a future scenario. Teams are given only 2 hours to: identify 16 problems from a variety of categories, determine an Underlying Problem, create 16 solutions to their Underlying Problem, evaluate and rank their solutions and make an Action Plan.

Over 240 teams entered this competition and only the top 40 were invited to the National Finals.

Representing The Academy for GIPS are: Hamish Wells, Norah Broadbent, Neve Friend, Fletcher Cotter and Hiruka Hap- uarachchi on the Year 5/6 team, and Year 11 student Finn Randell. This is Finn’s 4th time qualifying for the Future Problem Solving National Finals.

Community Problem Solving (CmPS) is another competition where competitors identify a challenge in their community and undertake an action plan. The Academy has had great success in prior years,

excelling on the National and International stage twice.

Representing The Academy for CmPS are: Imogen Bassett, Joey Besser and Jake Spinks on the Year 10 team. Their project “Beyond City Limits”, in collaboration with Marathon Health, aims at addressing regional health care worker shortages by educating and encouraging

youth to take up health careers in regional areas.

Additionally, Year 9 student Emelia Hosking has qualified with her project “Get Off Your Screens and Get Outside”, which aims to improve teen mental health through connections to communities and nature. She worked on this project with Dubbo Field Nats and OzFish.

Academy Principal, Mandi Randell said, “We focus on critical thinking, creativity and community mindedness. Our school values innovation and leadership and our consistent representation at the National Levels of Future Problem Solving shows that our students are among the best change makers and thinkers in the country.”

PHOTO: MANDI RANDELL

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.

Fletchers shares the RUOK? Day message

By YVETTE AUBUSSON-FOLEY

WHEN Fletchers International Export staff gathered to mark RUOK? Day last week, they did so with the wellbeing of their enormous workforce in mind and to reinforce what is already a well-established workplace culture, fostering care and safety.

“Our key message is communication with colleagues because you spend more time together than you do with your own friends and family, so we need to take responsibility for each other in the workplace,” HR Manager Maddy Herbert told Dubbo Photo News

Freely available in Fletchers administration building are numerous brochures for employees to collect on various mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.

“We try to make this information

easy and accessible and our ‘Stop. Enough.’ campaign has been successful because it does help, it cuts through and is brief, and that’s the reason RUOK? Day is so successful because it does the same.”

The ‘Stop. Enough.’ campaign is Fletchers discrimination, harassment, and bullying policy, which considers the unique working environment where safety headphones are standard, to find ways to open conversations through hand signals, gestures, and simple words.

“We’re just trying to keep everything as clean and clear as we can because it can be noisy in our workplace, we’ve got different ages, we’ve got different cultures, and it can be chaotic, so we want to be sure important messages can be delivered and received clearly and easily, then you can open up those further conversations if there is deeper issue there,” Ms Herbert

say stop, enough, to indicate that something’s happening that you don’t like, or use the hand symbol for ‘are you okay?’ which is also universal, these are very clear ways to communicate easily with hand gestures.

“I was on the phone today and somebody went past me, and I made the ‘okay’ hand signal to them and I got one of those back so it’s things like that just help to

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come and have a chat when they’re not okay; they just know they can.”

The Fletcher’s workplace initiative, ‘Stop. Enough.’ is promoted in the workplace via posters which affirms the power of employees to speak up when feeling uncomfortable by saying the words or raising a hand in the ‘stop’ gesture to indicate the other person may have crossed a line and to then share concerns with management.

The campaign posters also py, healthy, and safe work environment, with no tolerance for discrimination, harassment or bullying.

RUOK? Day is a national awareness day established to empower people to meaningfully connect and lend support and to feel they’re able to have conversations that can help friends, family and colleagues navigate difficult times in their lives.

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

Four power skills you can learn

EMPLOYERS traditionally consider soft skills, like adaptability and resilience, desirable but lower priority than role-specific hard skills. However, as demands for specialised expertise shift ever-increasingly, those consistent, niceto-have traits are becoming so valuable that HR professionals are now calling them power skills. Here are four learnable power skills you can upgrade through training or coaching.

1. Mindfulness

If you already have a personal mindfulness practice, you know how beneficial it is to your mind and body. Mindfulness training can also help you navigate challenging workplace situations and improve your job performance.

2. Diversity, equity and inclusion

Many organisations seek to build social and economic value by representing society in full rather than select groups. You can add value to your resume and en-

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

OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK

RSPCA Inspector – Dubbo Region

RSPCA NSW has a position available as an Inspector in the Dubbo Region, where you would play a pivotal role in upholding animal welfare standards. In this dynamic position, you’ll be tasked with conducting investigations into animal cruelty complaints and ensuring proper guidance and education is provided to animal owners. Your responsibilities will also encompass performing animal rescues, assessing welfare environments, and enforcing relevant legislation under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979.

Key requirements for the role include:

 Certificate IV in Government

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 Proficiency in animal handling, encompassing domestic animals, livestock, and native species

 Previous experience in law enforcem ent or investigative roles

 Ability to interpret and apply legislative requirements and officer powers

 Physical capability to handle duties including manual handling up to 20kg

 Eligibility to hold a NSW Firearms

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 High computer literacy

This Monday to Friday role includes a rotating weekend shift and potential for overnight stays.

The above is a summary only. Full details on this position are at www.seek. com.au/job/69924896

DUBBO WORKS WANTS YOU!

If you have a unique or interesting job, a career

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Where do you work?

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What’s your job? Child and Family Services Community work

Why do you love your work? I love working in the community for the community.

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rich your work experience if you promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

3. Communication

From public speaking to face-toface conversations and Zoom etiquette, there’s always room to improve your communication skills. Select a communication skill you’d like to improve upon; you’re sure to find a course or a tutor to help you grow your skill set.

4. Conflict resolution

Some people are born peacemakers, but anyone can learn effective strategies for handling workplace conflicts. Whether you’re in leadership and must moderate employee disagreements or you want to improve engagement with colleagues, conflict resolution training can help. Explore the lifelong learning course offerings at your local college or university to discover opportunities to expand your power skill toolkit.

LOVE YOUR WORK

est thing is the honesty of the children I work with. I had a child ask “What are those lines on your face?”

I just laughed and told her, “They are wrinkles, and I love them.” They are always honest!

If you could work anywhere in the world, where would it be, and why? I’d love to work at the Top End of Australia. It’s been on my bucket list

for a long time. I’d love to go to Darwin and the more remote places in the Northern Territory. I just want to experience it all.

What was your first paying job? My first job was at the old coach/ bus terminal in Dubbo.

Three words your friends would use to describe you? Funny, reliable and kind.

How would you spend a

win of a million dollars?

I’d share it with my family. I have a large family with seven children and a few grandchildren. I’d also like to have a bit of fun, and do some travelling. I’d like to go to the Top End of Australia.

What actor would you have play you in a movie about your life? I’d have to say Miss Piggy. I just love her way of thinking!

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Kids enjoy high-flying fun

By LANA EATHER

The skies were ablaze with a rainbow of colours for the ‘Kites for Kids’ annual event. It was a great family orientated day with the emphasis on celebrating early intervention awareness for children. Janelle Burke was one of the founding volunteers for the event which started in Dubbo in 1992. Janelle told Dubbo Photo News : “It is a beautiful day for families while raising awareness of young children and their needs.”

Last year’s sale of over 300 kites meant this year was bigger and better with over 400 kites filling the skies. Kites were quick to sell and be adorned with decorations. Many families travelled to spend time

flying the kites, and were rewarded with a strong wind and their children’s huge smiles.

The Orana Early Childhood Intervention service (OECI) began the event at their centre before expanding the event onto its current venue on Jubilee Oval. OECI was supported this year by Buninyong SaCC and the Dubbo PCYC. They are encouraging more early childhood services to join ‘Kites for Kids’ in 2024, and the event is also looking for more business sponsors to enable future ‘Kites for Kids’.

“We invite all families to attend. The sky’s the limit!” said OECI Service Manager Merryn Anderson.

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SILENT DISCO

Get ready to pull on a set of headphones and dance at the DREAM Silent Disco at Church Street Rotunda on Friday 29 September from 5pm - 7pm.

There will be plenty of fun including a Barbie & Ken Box and Best Dancer Competition.

The Silent Disco is part of the DREAM Festival and supported by Dubbo Youth Council.

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SHERATON ROAD FOOTPATH COMMUNITY DIRECTORY AMENITIES NOW OPEN

The works on the footpath along Sheraton Road from the Boundary Road intersection to 141 Sheraton Road are expected to start on 18 September.

The works on the 800m path are expected to take four weeks and are not expected to impact traffic in the area.

For updates on the project visit yoursay.dubbo. nsw.gov.au

Council is seeking expressions of interest from cultural groups wanting to be promoted in a community directory on Council’s webpage. Groups must operate in the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area to be eligible.

To submit the details of your group visit dubbo.nsw.gov.au/community-groups

The new 3D printed Macquarie Lions Park West amenities facility is now open for public use.

The redevelopment of this amenities facility is part of Council’s asset renewal program which ensures all assets in the region are renewed to best service community needs into the future.

Edith and Leigh Rice

James, Eliza, Chloe, Olivia, Ayrton, Candace and Harry.

Joe, Matt, Clair and Isla Scanlon.

Josephine, Belinda, Matt and Jesse Dorling.

Kerrie ad Daisy Johnston

Mahalia and Myles McDonnell

Kites for Kids take flight

Serena and Arthur Rice

Dubbo Public School 5-6J

5-6J from Dubbo Public School are hardworking, kind, and respectful. They always do their best and they love a challenge!

They have recently enjoyed participating in the Australian Primary Schools’ Maths Olympiad, Primary Schools’ chess competition and the Premier’s spelling and debating challenges, with some outstanding results.

Congratulations 5-6J!

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WINNER: Zoo Friends membership* and a $250 prize pack from the Zoo Shop * Zoo Friends membership provides 365-day entry to Taronga Western Plains Zoo and Taronga Zoo Sydney RUNNER UP: $100 Athletes Foot gift card, to be used instore at Athlete’s Foot Dubbo.

Front: Bruce Bryant, Snow Brien, Tom Redfern, Hamish Doherty, Back: Cherie Hughes, Sarah Doherty, Alysha Spradbrow and Emma Courts

Brad, Bonkas, Jacko and Alex

Agnes and Chris Redfern

Arki Lewsam, Meg Gersbach, Macy Everingham

Jaqui Ryan and Bart Redfern

Tom and Alex McFadyen and Erin and Ryan Byrne

Sophia and Henry Redfern

Sophia Redfern and Laurie Rouse

Erin Redfern, Laura Sears, Sarah Atkinson, Beth Evans, Nakita Telfer and Nicole Ward

Matt Scott, Rachael Burgess, Marissa Stanley, Bree Willis and Connor Morris

Cindy Bullock, Mary Crean, Christine Spradbrow, Jess Redfern and Emily Redfern

Emily and Nathan Simpson

Tammy and Cameron BathoLouise Roberts, Tatum Roberts and Gypsy Cox

Adelaide, Bruce, Sheila and Amelia Bryant and Alex Grant

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up to Crowley Automotive in Dubbo. Great service and advice. Always friendly and happy to help.

Thumbs up to Ali at Woolworths Delroy supermarket. Amazing service, genuine and caring towards all the shoppers.

Thumbs up and thank you to the community drivers who donate their time to assist those who cannot drive. Your efforts are much appreciated.

Thumbs up to Dubbo for providing a pleasant stay when my girlfriends and I visited the Zoo, RFDS, and the Old Dubbo Gaol. We were so impressed by the friendly and cheerful locals. We have never been to such a clean and welcoming place. We are planning to return next year for another holiday break.

Thumbs up for his wonderful assistance in finalising our new car. Such a pleasant person to deal with. Thanks again, AJ.

Thumbs up Hospital. Due to a very nasty skin cancer that developed on my leg, and for which I received surgery and a skin graft, I required twice-weekly visits for just over 12 months from the community nurses working at Lourdes Hospital for dressings and so forth. It has now completely healed, and I wish to off my sincere appreciation to those nurses for their very professional and caring attention.

Thumbs up Qantas staff airports for going to the extra eff track down a missing shoe that fell out of a suitcase as a result of a zip breaking during transit. The shoe was a favourite, and after 10 days, it was found and returned to the very happy owner!

Thumbs up to Deb, the manager of Williams Shoes at Orana Mall, for her amazing service, patience, and help in solving a problem for me. All of it was done with a friendly and pleasant personality. Your help is much appreciated. Thank you.

Thumbs up to James in the whitegoods section of Harvey Norman for keeping his cool when I was losing mine, and for resolving an issue for a customer. Nice work and thank you.

Thumbs up to coach driver Adam and the team at Langley’s of Dubbo. The eight-day tour to Mungo National Park was fantastic.

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

Horizons Village Men’s Shed say goodbye to winter with fire pit

IT was a warm farewell to the colder months at the Horizons Village Men’s Shed recently, when they put on an afternoon fire pit feast, featuring delicious home-made soups for the residents.

The event also featured a unique hand-crafted fire pit prize, built by Men’s Shed member and Village resident Fred Haddrill, who donated his fine creation to the Men’s Shed for

Macquarie Sewcialites Christmas Appeal 2023

THE Macquarie Sewcialites’ Christmas Appeal is underway.

There are 24 magnificent prizes (as pictured) with all proceeds to Baptist Care Hopestreet for Disadvantaged Families and Homeless.

Tickets are $2 each and are available from Dubbo Square on September 21 and September 28 with other locations and dates to be announced.

The raffle will be drawn on November 5, 2023, and all 24 winners will be announced in Dubbo

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Pictured: Di Cullen and Julie McLane and the 24 beautifully handmade prizes in the Macquarie Sewcoliates Christmas Appeal. PHOTO: DUBBO

PHOTO NEWS/KEN SMITH

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Four things to consider when buying a property to renovate

Brisbane couple Roisin and Zac bought their first home in 2018.

New to renovating, they made their Geebungalow Instagram account to keep family and friends updated on their home improvements… and caught the attention of budding renovators across Australia. Fast forward to today, the couple has amassed more than 50,000 followers, and are working on their second renovation project in Toowoomba. Not bad for a couple of first-timers!

BOQ teamed up with Roisin and Zac to find out their top tips for buying a renovator’s delight.

There are common things everyone considers when buying a house: location, size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, proximity to transport and schools… the list goes on. But there are a few additional things you’ll want to look out for when you want to renovate a home.

1. Make sure your house is structurally sound.

It might seem obvious, but as the property market gets more competitive, some real estate agents will try and encourage you to remove the clause for

a building and pest inspection from your offer to speed things up and help sweeten the deal.

Even if the owners have provided a building and pest report, we always opt to do our own independent inspection to be 100per cent sure we’re across any major issues that could significantly impact our renovation plans.

2. Look for a layout you already like. One of the most expensive parts of renovating can be switching up the layout of your house. If you can find a home that is already set up in a way you like, it could drastically reduce the potential cost of your renovation.

Big jobs like moving load-bearing walls or changing the location of plumbing and gas lines all start to add up very quickly!

3. Look for design features that would be expensive to replicate.

The beauty of renovating an old home is they often have design features and character that you’d never find in a newbuild today. Restoring these features is almost always more affordable than installing them from scratch.

A few examples of these features could include:

High ceilings

Both homes we’ve purchased have 2.7-metre high ceilings. This makes small spaces feel bigger, and gives a beautiful, spacious feel to the home. Changing the height of your ceilings is almost impossible in a renovation and would be a significant cost, so this is a good one to look for!

Hardwood floors

A lot of old homes have beautiful hardwood floors hiding underneath carpet or laminate floor covering. There are a couple of ways to see if a home has this. The first and quickest is to check for timber floorboards in any wardrobes or cupboards. Another possible way is to go under the house (if it’s lifted), and check from underneath whether the subfloor is timber.

Windows and doors

Replacing windows and doors in a house is another very expensive exercise. We have always looked for houses with nice big casement windows that let in natural light and a breeze for hot Queensland summers.

4. Be aware of dangerous building materials. Some things to be aware of are

dangerous building materials that can be present in a lot of older homes. Lead paint was being used up until the 1970s, and the use of asbestos was only banned in Australia in 1990.

The presence of these materials doesn’t mean you shouldn’t buy a house – in fact, both our houses have had traces of asbestos in them – it just needs to be factored into your budget calculations and your negotiations when buying the house as you will need to pay professionals to remove these safely for you.

If you’d like more useful advice on home improvements, or want to follow Roisin and Zac’s renovation journey, you can follow Geebungalow on Instagram.

If you’d like to chat about your property goals and how BOQ Dubbo can help, pop in-branch or give the team a call on (02) 6841 2600 today.

This article is for general information purposes only and is not intended as professional advice. You should seek your own independent fi nancial, legal and taxation advice before making any decision in relation to the material in this article.

Drop Down

No. 102

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

YOUR STARS

ARIES: If you surround yourself with loved ones, you’ll feel like you’re living the dream. Let yourself be inspired to create a masterpiece and trust your instincts. Every great project begins with a dream, so dream on!

TAURUS: If you work hard, you could get an unexpec ted promotion. Lead a healthy lifestyle to see quick results. Don’t forget to let joy lead the way in your relationship.

GEMINI: You’ll take a new spiritual approach that fills you with inner peace. You’ll happily find your place in a particular group. Your significant other could spontaneously organise an unexpected excursion.

CANCER: Don’t be afraid of change; it brings about many good things. At home, at work and in your love life, you’ll find happine ss by striking a better balance. You should also be able to resolve conflicts with loved ones.

LEO: Poorly negotiated agreements are often shor t-lived. Take the time to discuss and clearly define terms to avoid future complications. Focus on the details and you’ll have every chance to succeed.

VIRGO: There’s a lot to get done at work this week. Staying organised and being efficient will help you increase your income and move into a higher position. If you lead by example, your team will be more likely to follow you.

LIBRA: Achievements are lauded and respected and can boost self-confidence. You’ll be rewarded for your achievements, and applause will accompany the presentation of a medal. You’ll hear the word “respect” spoken many times around you.

SCORPIO: Many people dream of owning property, and there’s a good chance you can afford to make it happen. Your family can help both materially and morally. If your relationship is new, you’ll make plans to move in together soon.

SAGITTARIUS: Take the time to pamper yourself. Use a GPS or make sure you have the right direc tions when visiting an unfamiliar place to avoid driving in circles for hours.

CAPRICORN: Taking the initiative to apply for your dream job with an amazing company could solve your financial problems and help you achieve your goals. All you have to do is act.

AQUARIUS: It’s time to make some changes. You’ll find the right tools to launch yourself in a new and more rewarding direction. The Law of Attraction isn’t a myth, and it could greatly benefit you.

PISCES: There are many opportunities to consider in work and love. A thorough analysis is necessary before making a decision. Talking to people you trust will give you a better understanding of the situation.

Crossmath

Quiz

Quick Crossword

ACROSS

1 Vain man (3)

3 Artificial body part (10)

10 Excel (7)

11 Hub for military planes (7)

12 Those who supports another (9)

13 Wild or uncultivated country (4)

15 Edible seaweed (3,7)

17 Largest continent (4)

19 Biblical garden (4)

1 Was the first edition of the Warhammer 40,000 rulebook introduced in 1984, 1987 or 1990?

2 Winston Smith is the main character of which 1949 dystopian novel?

3 What is the first novel in Wilbur Smith’s Ancient Egypt series?

4 Which deity is the Egyptian Lord of the Underworld?

5 The Nile river flows into the mouth of which sea?

6 Who is the younger brother of Dr Frasier Crane in the series Frasier?

7 Kelsey Grammar (pictured) voices which character on the animated series Trolls: Tales of Arcadia?

8 Dorothy Wall created which iconic Australian character?

9 The medieval polearm weapon that resembles a halberd with a hook instead of a blade is called what?

10 Which bird species has the longest beak in relation to body length?

20 Teenage (10)

23 Red muppet (4)

25 Former coins of Britain (9)

27 Small baskets (7)

28 Ones who make amends (7)

29 To become motionless with wonder (10)

30 Dejected (3)

Edgeword

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

DOWN

1 Thick edible seafood purees (10)

2 Rectory (9)

4 Esteemed (9)

5 Breaks suddenly (5)

6 As a result of this (6)

7 Bats (5)

8 Sleigh (4)

9 Jarhead (6)

14 Daydreamed about a desire (10)

16 End (9)

18 Austerity (9)

21 Jaundiced (6)

22 Things that resemble currency (6)

24 The Exorcist actress, Blair (5)

25 Seaweed wrapped rice (5)

26

Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

CUPPA COMICS

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by Jeff Pickering

THE TOONS’ VIEWS

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Prairie Dog.

What a cute little guy this rodent is. What is he? A prairie dog. Does not look like a dog to me. They were actually called dogs because the can bark like a dog

They look more like a funny-looking Squirrel.

In fact, Canadians often call them ground squirrels

I saw him up near Kamloops in Canad He came out of his hole in the ground and barked at me. I sat down and to some photos of him and soon he was posing

They seem to be somewhat gregarious and fun loving. But they are rodents and wild animals. Look but don’t tou

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Every cheeky monkey will love our shelves packed with fun books for young readers

Joanne Austen Brown

SPELLBOUND!

By y NOAAH H RANDE DELL versince e the age of o 8 Anntthhoonny St Strereet et has as beeeen

Ever since the age of 8, Anthony Street has been in love with the art of illusion. He has since been touring and performing sell-out illusion acts for over 12 years, starring in multiple acts, includ- ing Celtic Illusion (2011) and Eclipse (2018), both of which he produced and staged himself.

Eclipse was the biggest touring dance and illusion show in Australia, and Celtic Illusion has been celebrated as an international hit.

Now, Anthony Street and his newest show Spellbound: A Night of Magic & Grand Illusion, accredited as one of the most popular and busiest magic acts currently in Australia, is coming to Dubbo on October 4.

In an interview with The Gladstone Observer in 2017, Anthony said “It’s not just about putting a girl in a box and cutting her in half, there has to be motivation, you have to create a scene around it.”

Anthony puts an edgy twist on the art of illusion, drawing upon the work of internationally recognised magicians David Copperfield and Harry Houdini to create a unique fusion of magic and performing arts. His charming style is what sets him apart, the flair and attention to detail in his performances making him an act you cannot miss.

This captivating spectacle will feature magnificent illusions such as teleportations, appearing motorcycles, transformations, levitations and so much more.

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THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Dubbo View Club cards and games: Friday, September 15, 1pm, Dubbo RSL , Shirley 0427822874. New Players Welcome.

Talbragar CWA Saturday, September 2, commencing at 2pm in the CWA Hall at 45L Boothenba Road, Dubbo. Amongst other news, a report will be received from the stall that ran at Centro on Friday, August 18. Members and friends are most welcome to attend the meeting.

For more information, contact Ronda on 6888 5231.

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.

Western Plains Christian Convention:

Speakers: Former Dean of Sydney Phillip Jensen and Richard Chin. 9am, Sat 9th and Sun 10th September. Dubbo Christian School Auditorium. Register online or on the day, $90 (adults), student/seniors discounts. David 0466 605 609

COMING SOON

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

Cumnock Market: The next Market will be on Saturday 16th September from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park Cumnock (opposite General Store).

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, September 1, 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. 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), 11.30am1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month, Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Cnr Darling and

Diary entries need to be 40 words or less, and are only for not-for-profit community groups . Placement will be at the editor’s discretion and subject to space availability – because Diary listings are free! Please include your daytime phone number and/or address when submitting details. Entries close 10am Tuesday for that Thursday’s edition.

Wingewarra Sts. Charlene on 0408 825 180 Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, starts at Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are welcome. Email dubbohelpers@parkrun.com to help!

RSL Tennis Club: 12.30pm, Paramount Tennis Club courts for enjoyable social 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: Talbragar CWA monthly meeting and AGM will be held on Saturday 7th October commencing at 2pm in the CWA Hall 45L Boothenba Road Dubbo. Members are reminded that personal care packages will be completed for Macquarie Home Stay. Members and friends are most welcome to attend the meeting. For more information about the meeting please contact Ronda on 68885231.

Transition Dubbo Food + Film Night: For information about future events, contact to Peter 0439 091 767 Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery opposite Cameron Park, Preloved books, CDs and DVDs, now also Jigsaw Puzzles!

SUNDAY

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

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

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

Dubbo Acoustic Musicjam (DAMjam):

SECOND Sunday of the month, 2pm to 5pm, Milestone Hotel, upstairs. Join acoustic sessions or just listen. Peter 0457 787 143

Dubbo Anglican Church Traditional Communion Service: 8am, 158 Brisbane Street. 6884 4990

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

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

Dubbo Baptist Church: 9.30am, 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight). Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320

Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road, 6882 0007 Mindful Crafting for Adults: 12.3pm2pm, learn new or improve existing skills. Experienced and beginners. For the next session date, contact Dubbo Library on 6801 4510

Orana K9 Training Club INC: FIRST Sunday of each month, 10am, Katrina Gibbs Field Macleay St, Dubbo. MUST be vaccinated. Reg Parker 0428 849 877, Dianne Acheson 0429 847 380

Orana Pistol Club: 9am, Hyandra Lane, Dubbo. Sundays only, 6887 3704

Traditional Catholic Latin Mass –Rawsonville: SECOND Sunday of the month, 9am, Rawsonville Soldier’s Memorial Hall, Rawsonville Road. 0429 920 842

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

MONDAY

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

Amnesty International Dubbo: SECOND Monday of the month, 5.30pm-6.30pm, St Brigid’s meeting room. Contact Sandra Lindeman amnesty.dubbo@gmail.com or 0419 167 574.

Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990.

Australian Air Force Cadets 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron: : 6pm-9.30pm, Army Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18 years, rewarding activities.

Dubbo Bridge Club: FOURTH Monday of the month, 10am-1pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324. Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 4.30pm start, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church St. Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live.com.au

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445. Dubbo VIEW Club: Lunch, Monday September 18, 11.30am, Dubbo RSL Club. Bookings and Cancellations by Friday 15th

Sept. 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

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

Dementia Sing Out Choir: 11am-12.30pm, David Palmer Centre at Old Lourdes Hospital site, entry on Cobbora Road. Lunch included, Anne Gemmell or Jeanie Cronk on 6881 3704

Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. Norm 6882 6081 or Bill 6882 9826

Digital Skills for Seniors: Free one-on-one help to use your smartphone, tablet/iPad, or laptop. Need help going online or do you have some technology questions? Connecting Community Services, 31-33 Church Street. To make a booking, phone 1800 319 551. Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 5pm start, Holy Trinity Hall, Brisbane Street, Dubbo. Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live.com.au

Dubbo and District Computer Club: 7pm, Akela Place Hall, contact Daryl 0408 284 300. Dubbo Chess Club: 7pm-9pm, at Dubbo RSL. Juniors welcome. Don 0431 460 584 or Sandy 0408 200 564

Dubbo City Ladies Probus Club: Meet on the second Tuesday of each month in the Masonic Village Hall, Darby Close at 10am contact Annemieke Neville 0432305103. Dubbo Embroiderers: 9.30am - 3pm, SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month, (also see Saturday listing), Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park. All are welcome, Contact Ruth 0422 777 323.

Dubbo Lions Club Inc: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 6.30pm, Club Dubbo. PO Box 285 Dubbo, Lois on 0428288325 or dubbolionsinc@gmail.com.

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

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

Dubbo RSL Euchre Club: 7pm, for 7.30pm, Dubbo RSL, Glen 0419 179 985 or Doreen 6882 6163 Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 1pm to 4pm, Cnr Wingewarra & Gipps Sts, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre.

Girls Brigade: During school term, 6pm to 8pm, Orana Baptist Church, 4 Palmer St. For all school aged girls. Enjoy crafts, games, camps, stories, songs, cooking and much

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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. Contact Colene 0400422335

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 gam es, 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

SPORT

BORN TO RIDE! Seb was made for the saddle!

By GEOFF MANN

SEBASTIAN Galea is from a sporting family with his brother, Zarrin, recently featuring on our sporting pages after outstanding performances in both rugby union and rugby league by representing Malta in World Cups and in other internationals.

His younger brother, Seb is, however, achieving in the equine sports, having been around race horses since he was two-years-old.

Grandmother, Helen Suckling, reveals where it all began.

“Seb wore his Dad’s (racing) silks around the house all the time; he’d sit on the arm of a couch, whipping the guts out of it with a spatula!

“Sometimes, he wagged school to be around the horses or at the races; by Year 10, it was clear he just wanted to work with his (trainer) Mum.”

The proud grandmother says he was incredibly-focussed on horse-racing.

“Putting it bluntly”, Helen continued, Seb was happy shovelling horse poop; saying: “I can count to 10, know my ‘ABC’, and I don't want to be a doctor!”

It was pretty clear where this son of a horse trainer and jockey wanted to spend his life. There is no doubt he was born with a “persuader” in his hand, with young Seb’s passion enough to persuade his family to “give him a break”.

“He was determined to become a jockey, amateur or professional.

His weight was always going to be a problem and he is working on that constantly,” grandma said.

Being a little heavier means that Seb has been lining-up at lots of picnic meetings where weight is not such an issue, she explained.

“He’s won seven races and has fair share of seconds and thirds

under his belt now.

“On two occasions, Seb has been awarded the ‘most successful jockey’ on the day at the Bligh Picnic Cup Meeting.”

His proud grandmother recalls Seb being pipped at the post in the Cup.

“His Mum, Janelle had the same experience 31 years ago to the day when she was riding amateur!”

Seb was presented with the Hughie Bowman award for the most successful jockey. He was honoured to receive his trophy from the great jockey’s mum.

Helen says Seb had a stint early in the year where he was riding track-work for trainers Stephen O’Dea and Matt Hoysted at Eagle Farm.

He was missing home so came back for a week and was then coaxed back across the sandstone curtain where he is now working for Bjorn Baker in Sydney,

“He is thoroughly enjoying his time at Bjorn’s stables and learning heaps,” Helen said.

The whole team were excited when Bjorn’s horse, Notabadidea raced home to win the Dubbo Gold Cup recently and book a barrier in the $2m Kosciusko.”

Seb’s work has taken him all round NSW strapping and doing all the bits involved in racing.

“Turning 18 at the end of the year and having lived away for most of the last 12 months, then coming back out west to ride in picnics is a lot of travelling,” Helen said.

“I think most jockeys become accustomed to life on-the-road,

but it would be nice if he was closer to home more often,” Helen said.

For now, she added, he is happy chasing his racing hopes for the future.

“As a family we are all so very proud of Seb.

“He’s chasing his dream, gone out after something that he loves and wanted to do and is now living it to the full,” she concluded.

GREAT RESULTS FOR SIDNEY, COOPER, EMILY AT NEWCASTLE ROAD-RACE

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DUBBO Cycle Club riders contested the NSW Junior State Road championships in Newcastle over the weekend, representing the region admirably. Emily Hines excelled in the Under 17 Girls up against very tough competition, while Sidney Pickering and Cooper Farr showcased their talents in the U/13s Boys’ division.

The Junior State Titles comprised three distinct disciplines: the Time Trial, Criterium, and Road Race, The competition commenced with a slight headwind in the outward leg of the 9km time trial for the Under 13 Boys, where Sidney Pickering secured his fifth state medal with a silver medal in an incredibly-determined effort only seven seconds from the winner and rival Jett Stokes, Cooper Farr claimed a very solid fifth position in a great ride against the clock. In the Under 17 Women’s field dominated by time trial specialist and hometown representative, Haylee Dell, Emily Hines maintained a commendable sixth place.

Moving on to the Criterium, in the Under 13 Boys’, Sid Pickering tested his legs in an early breakaway with two other riders but it was reeled back in by the main field and it was Cooper Farr who emerged as the NSW State Champion in a brilliant sprint to the line, with Sidney Pickering finishing in fifth place after doing a lot of work in the break.

Emily Hines delivered a thrilling performance in the U/17 Girls

tres but performed very well during the tough attacks throughout the race.

In the U/13 Boys’ Road Race, the Dubbo boys established a fourman breakaway in a fast and furious race with Jett Stokes (Randwick CC) and James Zucchiati (Neo CC) but, again, it was Cooper Farr who asserted his dom-

crossing the line well in front to claim a sensational double.

It was evident that this victory was the culmination of a season-long strategy aimed at making the most significant race of the year count. Sidney Pickering secured a fourth place finish after a fierce sprint to the line missing the bronze medal by the narrow-

tivate the Dubbo Green Machine supporters by riding an extremely clever race.

Emily worked well with riders but was always ready for the expected attacks during the race. Her race smarts served her well to be alongside the best in the state. In a heart stopping finish with Emily narrowly missing out on

a podium spot by the smallest of margins.

Congratulations to all riders, coaches and support staff for great work in representing our great country club that now sits at 18 Gold 10 Silver and 11 Bronze State Medals for 2023

Keen bowls, as three club turn-out sets player record

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

SPRING has definitely sprung with 54 sprightly bodies rolling onto RSL North Dubbo Sporties, all three local clubs joining forces to create a new Sundee Bowls record.

In an early match-up, a big four count at the start helped Daphne Dunbar, Allan Stratford, and Kevin Scott, achieve a three-shot lead into the second half. Sue McCauley, Ruby Stockings, and Gordon Scott, were unable to breach the gap, going down 18-9.

Helene Emblen, Gary Huggins, and Pete Ruzans, then played as good a game as they could to overcome Ros Joseph, Therese

Gaio, and John Cole. They dominated the first-half with an eight-shot lead, and kept it to win 16-6. The game was closer than the score indicated, Pete bowling well to stop the others from making too big a gain.

Leo Balstad, Julie Brown, and Graham Ross, then came off the mat early, chalking-up 11 shots to eight. Both teams had a four on their cards, but Paul Maclow, Steve Kelly and Ian Humphries had to do some catching. Unfortunately, Leo, Julie, and Graham, kept stride and with a five count on 12, mastered their way to a fine 21-13 win.

Mary Perry, John McKenzie, and Col Cottee, hoped for a bet-

ter second half against Sue Armstrong, Paul Wooldridge, and Mel Giddings, but the leaders kept upping the ante and enjoyed a fiveshot win, 17-12.

Pat Sherwin, Vicki Hummel, and Pete Sinclair, destroyed the pre-match confidence flowing through Sue O’Dea, Tod O’Dea, and Paul Goodstat. They didn’t give their opponents a break, holding them to two singles and jumping to a nine-shot lead. Sue, Tod, and Paul improved to take five of the return eight, adding eight shots to four but ultimately gouging down 15-10.

Tony Coady made his first appearance at Sundy bowls and did well to skip R. Sparks and John

Kennedy to a narrow win over Doc Livingston, Ross Pharo, and Eric Satchell. In a tight first-half, it was four ends each with just a one shot difference to Coady’s side. By end 15, Doc, Ross, and Eric, reversed it to lead by one before Tony led his side to roll in a triple to force the win, 15-13 in a no-holds barred game!

Two teams took each other to the brink with Ron McCauley, Ken Whittaker, and Karen Greenhalge, not afraid to take on Walter Kreuger, Roger Sherwin, and Gaye Cottee. Four ends each for the first eight with, Karen’s side up by one. The second eight was just as intense – four each and tied up 10-all after end 13. Unfortunately

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for Gaye and her side, they could only add a single while Karen’s side carded two shots, enough to give them a 12-11 victory.

Doug Watford and Frank Armstrong relied on Al Andriske to skip them home against Col Dover, Ron Milgate, and Ray Strawhan. In a classic teams’ affair, Col’s side did the better for the first eight ends leading 9-3; the second half was the opposite, with Al’s piling on 8-3. End result? Col’s mob by three.

Chris Castlehouse, Shirley Marchant, and Anthony Coe, chalked-up 11 shots in the first half and motored home to down Di Hildebrandt, Chris Strojny, and Bryan O’Sullivan 17-8.

Clint Lundholm Racing Long Weekend Race Day

FRIDAY

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

GATES OPEN AT 11:30AM

TICKETS:

$10 General Admission

$20 Gold Seating OR Wine Barrel

CATERING PACKS:

A: Tasting Pack with cheese, crackers & meats

B: Chicken & Chips OR Fish & Chips

C: Chicken Caesar Salad OR Thai Beef Salad

Left: The U’17 Womens’ Criterium with Emily Hines at the front.

PHOTO: MOHO PHOTOGRAPHY

Above: At the front, Jett Stokes (Randwick CC), Cooper Farr (Dubbo CC) andSidney Pickering (Dubbo CC).

PHOTO: VELOCITY FOTOGRAPHY

Golden day at the Dubbo Gold Cup

By

LANA

EATHER

Dubbo turned on a bright sunny day with a brisk breeze for the Dubbo City & Gilgandra Toyota Dubbo Gold Cup. The eight-race program included the 1600m Dubbo Gold Cup with a total prize pool of $100,000. The day was well-attended with many racegoers dressing to the nines with Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Gent, Best Millinery and Contemporary Lady titles up for grabs.

Many took advantage of the hospitality of the Dubbo City & Gilgandra Toyota marquee, while others took the opportunity to celebrate birthdays at the Turf Club.

Join the fun on the next racing day: Friday September 29 for

Sandra and Nathan Sanders

Left: Caterina Buttarelli, Prue Bartlett, Stacey Hulbert, Susan Willis and Kareena Vincent

Above: Annie Towers, Jo Kenny, Liz Purse, Matt Purse, Alanna Gallagher

Blair and Sophia Josephs

One of the many fine racehorses on the day

Trish Wendland, Emily and Tara Davis

Times mattered, as Ducks kept their eyes on the wall!

By GEOFF MANN

DUBBO Duck’s were focussed on the line on the bottom of the RSL Pool when they dived in for the Morrisons Family Eye Centre Trophy race recently.

Close call: Parkes is Western Masters hockey champions

Contributed by DUBBO HOCKEY

THE 2023 Western Masters League competition concluded in Dubbo recently with a thrilling grand final that needed a penalty shoot-out to determine the final result.

In a very close contest, the match was drawn at 1-1 at full-time with goals to Teegan Rodgers (Parkes) and Tracy Sallustio (Dubbo).

The match went straight to a penalty shoot-out with Parkes victorious by three (Louise Hawken, Denise Gersbach, Lee

Hodge) over Dubbo One (Mel Wheatley).

The following awards were presented at the presentation along with winners and runners-up medallions sponsored by the Devils Hollow Brewery:

Players of the Match:

 Parkes – Jane Grosvenor

 Dubbo – Tracy Sallustio

Best and Fairest:

 Winner – Casey Miles (Parkes)

 Runner-up – Denise Gersbach (Parkes)

Leading Goal-scorer:

 Winner – Casey Miles (Parkes)

 Runner-up – Janelle Thompson (Parkes)

Rivals on the field, mates off it.Top: Parkes and Dubbo Masters. Above: Players of the match - Jane Grosvenor (Parkes) and Tracey Sallustio. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Kin is central to Waratahs Knockout on this Saturday

By GEOFF MANN

WITH Arthur “Big Artie” Beetson Australia’s first-ever Indigenous sporting captain, the game of rugby league has always associated proudly with our First Nations athletes.

Local names, Peckham, Peachey, Lake, Merritt, Riley, Fuller, Toomey, and Gordon, also bring to mind “the greatest game of all”.

For as long as the code has been around, families bearing those signatures, have brought toughness, skill, and flair, to the playing fields in Dubbo and right across the west.

In a celebration of Aboriginal footy excellence; this weekend will feature plenty of the latest generation mixing with fellow

First Nations players at the annual Waratahs Knockout.

Although the official Western Rams competitions have almost completed, there is still fun to be had, friendships to be renewed, and footy to be played!

It is only 10 days out from the time-honoured Koori Knockout at Tuggerah, so this one-day event at Apex Oval offers, communities the chance to come together and celebrate their family connections.

Organiser Grace Toomey, said that Memorial Teams make-up the bulk of the 16 Open Men’s and half a dozen Under 18s sides.

“Kin is the centre of our lives and culture so, to be playing in memory of Elders who have nurtured us is very important,”

Grace explained.

Many of the teams will be together here in Dubbo but, when they go to the national knockout on the Long Weekend, they tend to spread themselves amongst other teams so this is a really special time,” she added.

Grace revealed that the gates open at 9am on Saturday, and there will be action throughout the day.

“We always open-up the Bruce Neads Grandstand Function Room for our Elders.

“These are the centre of our communities and delight in being pampered; we all learn so much from sitting and listening to these people who have so many stories to tell and experiences to share.”

Some of the best from Wilcannia to Mt Druitt, where fami-

ly lines run through Dubbo and western towns and cities, will be competing against brothers from Bourke (five teams), Wellington, Gilgandra, Peak Hill and Warren.

Dubbo CYMS stars who were crowned Western Rams Peter McDonald Champions just over a week ago, will also be backing-up, with the exception of a couple of players who ended the season with injuries.

Grace says the fast-paced nature of knockout football with plenty of chip-and-chase and freakish passes combine with ferocious defence to make for a spectacular day of action.

“Even the old blokes have a go,” Grace says.

“The older they get, the better they were, and many still think they have it,” Grace laughed.

Olivia the latest to spring from the Wolves’ Den

By GEOFF MANN

SEVERAL years ago, St Mary’s Catholic School Wellington’s Touch Footy “tragic”, school teacher, Alistaire Thompson, put-together a team he ominously titled, the “Wolf Pack”.

Since those early days, the Pack has “hunted” teams across the Bathurst Diocese and at School-based Statewide tournaments. They have claimed some big scalps on their journey and also produced brilliant young players.

The latest to move outside the pack into the sky-blue of the prestigious NSW singlet, is Olivia Carney.

“Olivia is Under 12s this year, but she

has been in our St Mary’s team since she was seven,’ Mr Thompson told Dubbo Photo News

“She is an exciting player, well-versed in the ever-evolving sport of touch and keen to emulate those who have led the Pack over the years,” he added.

He added, that, other players, Ella James, Lilly Clarke, Demi Owens, and Josie Clarke, are all exceptional talents from the Pack who have taken their junior heroics into senior levels after representing Country and NSW in National titles.

Olivia played for NSW at the Touch Football School Sport Australia Carnival in Darwin recently. She was elect-

The winner of the Monthly Trophy, sponsored in September by Morrisons, is the swimmer who touches closest to their personal time.

Some good handicapping during the heats kept racers fighting to get to the wall first. It was the always-impressive Jacob Pearce who claimed the trophy, shaving.21 seconds off his time. The award-winning Bill Greenwood was a mere.08 of his nominated, coming-in silver on.29 seconds.

“The two-times 25-metre breaststroke brace, saw the usual Ducks shenanigans as teams worked out what end of the pool they needed to be at, and laughed about the handicapping times”, Ducks Publicity Officer, Janine Gardiner, remarked.

“Rob Rich and Mark Prentice swam a bit too-hard and broke, allowing Norm Bahr and Henry Wilcockson to finish first in the relay; Judy Walsh and Rob Dickerson were hot on their heels to come in second,” she added.

There were number of other notable results, she explained.

“Turbo Neil Harris’s hours training in the pool paid-off this week, winning the 50-metre Freestyle.

“Tom Gray didn’t let him have an easy win and chased him down, like an Eastern Suburbs Rooster, to be pipped on the line, and the irrepressible Peter Hargreaves came third” Janine said.

In the 25-metre Backstroke, Billy Greenwood grabbed a win, leaving other Ducks wondering if he’d been practicing during his Fiji break.

New Duck, Talitha Hodge showed her racing skills placing second while Euan Gardiner came third in a keenly-contested event.

Janine added that all the “old Ducks” were wished “Happy Father’s (grand, great, grand and a couple of great, great-grandfathers) Day as they quacked endlessly about the gaggle they had produced!

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vice-captain in the Blues team that finished with a silver medal behind the Maroons from Qld.

Indeed, Demi Owens and Josie Clarke have both been named in Australian squads although injuries have limited their appearances recently.

Alistair believes the Wolf Pack has enhanced Wellington and Regional Touch.

“We are aiming to continue developing NSW and Australian players at St Mary’s,” Mr Thompson said.

“We cannot wait for the first to represent at World Championships and Olympic Games,” he said with a smile.

Olivia Carney in action for the St Mary’s Wolf Pack.

PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED/FILE

Hot hockey in West Dubbo in the season’s grand finale

By GEOFF MANN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

LEGENDARY Dubbo

Photo News

happy-snapper, Mel, recently spent a warm Saturday afternoon at the Pioneer Park Hockey Complex in West Dubbo.

As hot as the outside temperatures may have been, it was nothing compared to the serious action steaming-off the synthetic pitch in this season’s grand finale!

As well as the big games, season awards for best players throughout, comprised of:

2023 AWARDS

 Best and Fairest – Division One; Emma Corcoran

 Division Two, Sam Elbourne-Binns

Highest goal-scorers:

 Division One – Aimee Davies

 Division Two – Sam Elbourne-Binns

Most Improved

 Division One – Sandra Davis

 Division Two – Lucy

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Men’s – Matt Hoyle

Player of the Grand Final

 Division One – Emma Corcoran and Pr ue Rutherford

 Division Two – Anna Toohey and Alice Maher

 Men’s – Scott Miller Wanders and Adam Smithers

Grand Final results:

 Division One – EDH Cruisers 5-1

 Division Two – EDH Espressos 7-0

 Men’s – Wanderers 4-2

Minor Premiers:

 Division One – EDH Cruisers,  Division – EDH Espressos

 Men’s – Wanderers

Outstanding Contribution to Dubbo Hockey – Sharon Smith

Quiet Achiever – Jeff Horn

Senior umpire – Hunter Medcalf

Appreciation Award for Juniors –Jena Glover and Sandra Davis

Courtney Hogan

City supporters!

Emma Corcoran and Kate Wilson

Emma Bowman and Emma Toohey

Prue Rutherford and Tracey Sallustio

Emma Rice and Kate Wilson

Sandra Davis

MEN’S GRAND FINAL

Dubbo International Fours success leads to calls for an annual event

Contributed by ANTHONY BROWN

Photos by MEL POCKNALL

SUCCESS of a major bowls fours tournament last week, could see it become an annual event for the golden west.

Composite team of Josh Walker-Davis, Hayden Bojkowski, Jake Rynne, and Lee Schraner – from Tasmania, Queensland, and NSW – has won back-to-back titles, taking-out the $125,000 Inland Petroleum City of Dubbo International Fours tournament held at Club Dubbo last week.

In front of a huge crowd that scrambled for viewing points both inside and outside the clubhouse, they defeated the hot team from Mount Lewis, comprising Steve Glasson, Brett Spur, Ben Winters, and Nathan Wise, in a memorable final by 14 shots to five.

The tournament, held over three days, featured a strong field of international, interstate, and local talent, and the standard of bowls throughout was outstanding.

The visiting players were full of praise for the competition, with Club Dubbo now looking to make the tournament an annual event on the world circuit. A date for next year hasn’t yet been made, but a decision will hopefully be forthcoming in the next month.

Hard-working Club Dubbo Bowls’ Manager, Anthony Brown, was full of praise for the efforts of all the club members who volunteered their time in ensuring the smooth running of the event. In addition, the Club Dubbo staff, headed by greenkeeper Darren Connolly, caterer Kel Anderson, and of course the bar staff, all added to the success

of the tournament. The Club would also like to thank their major sponsor, Inland Petroleum (Drew McCallum), as well as BCIB Insurance Brokers (Steve Glasson and Brett Duprez) and Western Plains Automotive (Grant Spenser).

Also included were the rinks and green sponsors – Komani, Tooheys, Bender Kitchens, Flick Pest Control, Tracserv, Beaumont Tiles, Astley’s Plumbing, the Akuna Motel, and All Seasons Motel.

“We would also like to thank Bowls NSW (Andrew Lynn and Lee Stinson) for live-streaming the three full days of play which had massive views on their Facebook page,” a spokesperson said.

“After the six preliminary rounds on Wednesday and Thursday, the top 24 teams were seeded in the three groups of eight based on their rankings.

SPORT

RESULTS

CUP FINALS

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First: $40 000: Josh Walker-Davis, Hayden Bojkowski, Jake Rynne, and Lee Schraner (Tasmania, Queensland, NSW)

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Second: $10 000: Steve Glasson, Brett Spur, Ben Winter, Nathan Wise (Mount Lewis)

 Third (equal) $7000 each: Barrie Lester, Corey Wedlock, Aaron Teys, Gary Kelly (Warilla); Beau Prideaux, Robert Hector, Jayden Gebbi, and Aaron Wilson (Cabramatta)

 Fifth (equal) $5000 each: Geoff Seton, Michael Vassallo, Aaron Kelly, Brad Gilbert (NSW Para Blues); Daniel Ford, Tyson Arneman, Greg McPherson, Steve McPherson (St Johns Park, Kiama); Ross McGuire, Bruce Lack, Tim Crampton, Dave Quigley (Wagga Rules, Temora); Craig Thompson, Wayne Smith, Ryan Steel, Scott Thoroughgood (Newcastle)

SHIELD FINALS

 First $4400: Warren Towney, Nathan Collis, Rico Lane, Bill Ahoy (Dubbo, Soldiers Point)

 Second $3200: Jam es Smith, Chris Barrett, Adam Wallace, Matt Sargeant (ACT)

 Third (equal) $2800 each: Allan

Tighe, Dennis Williams, George Jackson, Shannon Tighe (Wagga Rules, Lightning Ridge); Blayne Cook, David Cook, Nev White, Phil O’Reilly (South Tamworth)

 Fifth (equal) $2400 each: Troy Brown, Gavin Dart, Tim Wilkinson, Tim Farrell (West Dubbo); Shawna Paducah, Kasha Pillory, Rajneesh Prasad, Munesh Kumar (Fiji); Cameron Cooper, Ashley Mitchell, Thomas Webb, Ben Twist (St Johns Park); Daryl Stein-Wedel, Peter Gaoler, Kevin Robinson (South Australia)

PLATE FINALS

First $2200: Corey Thompson, Tom Ellem, Brett Drupez, Troy Somerville (Albion Park, Club Maroochydore)

Second $2000: Greg Helm, Anne Johns, Callum Murray, Mason Lewis (Engadine)

Third (equal) $1800 each: Taylor De-Greenlaw, Jasmine Smith, Reese FinnYoung, Michael Wilks (NSW Junior girls & Coach); Shane Rowlands, Richard Durnan, Peter Durnan, David Ivanoff (Narrandera)

Fifth (equal) $1600 each: Steve Galvin, Ray Griffiths, Mark Fitzalan, Baldy Frame (Grenfell, Parkes); Tes Gorrie, Leisa Burton, Jason Pitt, Chris O’Neil (West Dubbo, Soldiers Point, Gulgong); Daniel Prasad, Brad Lamont, Ray Fitzalan, John Archer (Orange, Bathurst); Tom Hull, Jacob Aitken, Shane Pascoe, Shane Garvey (Wiseman Park, Corrimal, Bargo)

 Best Card after six rounds ($4000): Barrie Lester, Corey Wedlock, Aaron Teys, Gary Kelly (Warilla)

Shield winners of the Dubbo International Fours: Warren Towney, Nathan Collis, Rico Lane, Bill Ahoy (Dubbo, Soldiers Point). PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Composite team of Josh Walker-Davis, Hayden Bojkowski, Jake Rynne, and Lee Schraner — from Tasmania, Queensland, and NSW — has tles, taking-out the $125,000 Inland Petroleum City of Dubbo International Fours tournament held at Club Dubbo last week.

Plate Winners of the Dubbo International Fours, Corey Thompson, Tom Ellem, Brett Drupez, Troy Somerville (Albion Park, Club Maroochydore) .

PHOTO: SUPPLIED