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Have you always lived in Dubbo?
No, I moved to Dubbo in September 2020. Since that time I've been living and working in this beautiful town, Dubbo.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Mostly, I utilise my time with my family. After work, if I manage to get spare time, I'll watch movies, listen to music and read books.
Do you have any hidden talents or special skills?
I think everyone has got some kind of hidden talent in this world. I do singing - I love to sing.
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I am a morning person. I love to spend the day utilising it for a good outcome.
Do you have any pets? What are they and what are their names?
I don’t have any pets, but in my hometown I do have two dogs, Kaly and Bhuyu (Typical Nepali “Newari” dog name.
What are you watching at the moment?
Currently I’m not watching any series, but I am interested in one of the series called Boy Swallows Universe – very soon I will start watching that.
Have you read any good books lately? Not yet.
What music do you like to listen to?
I like to listen to all genres of music. I think music is life; no music, no life. Mostly, I’m into love songs, romantic songs and rock.
What do the next 5 years look like for you?
Living and working in Dubbo for 4 years.
What I can hope for in the next 5 years would be improving myself – what I can do better in life with work and personal life by buying a home in Dubbo.
Currently there are just two of us, me and my wife, so we are planning for our future.
Award-winning crime fiction novelist Chris Ham-
mer has Dubbo as a key focus when he tours five Central West towns beginning on Saturday, May 11, in Forbes.
Mr Hammer will visit Forbes, Narromine, Coonabarabran, Dubbo and Wellington, conducting author talks in each community.
The former senior writer for The Age and online political editor for the Sydney Morning Herald has left journalism behind for crime fiction.
Mr Hammer’s latest novel The Seven is set in southern NSW near the Murrumbidgee River. This book will be a key focus of his author talks.
Seven powerful families reside in the area, all connected to the Yuwonderie Irrigation Scheme.
An accountant from one the families (Athol Hasluck) is murdered and two homicide detectives from Dubbo (Ivan Lucic and Nell Buchanan) arrive to investigate.
They establish this crime may be linked to others and that the killer may still be out there.
Two other sub-plots form while the murder investigation is taking place.
One is from the 1990s and concerns Davis Heartwood, the heir to a large family fortune (one of the seven families) who is doing a history degree at the time and has to write a thesis.
The history of the irrigation scheme is his thesis topic and Davis finds “a few skeletons” in his research.
The other era covered features letters written by a young servant girl named Bessie at a time when the fictional irrigation scheme was first being proposed (between 1913 and 1915).
“At first it would appear they all have nothing in common except for the location,” Mr Hammer said. “But as the story unfolds, the reader starts seeing connections between the three different eras and how events in one (era) flow through to events in the others.”
Aside from “a good chat” about how he put together The Seven, and other books, people can just expect Mr Hammer to be himself. “A bit of insight in what it is like to be a writer and how I go about what I’m doing,” Mr Hammer said when asked about people can expect at his author talks. “Nothing too heavy, a few jokes, a few anecdotes.”
He recently went to Hay, Griffith and Wagga Wagga in the NSW Riverina on a regional tour and expects this one to be similar.
He said there is a special quality about touring regional areas.
Author talks in the bush have a more personal touch, according to Mr Hammer.
“I love going out to regional areas. There are a lot of readers in regional areas and they don’t get as many authors passing through,” he said. “In the bush people are just as big as readers. When I got the invite, I didn’t hesitate. Hopefully I’ll see a few old friends and make some new ones.”
Mr Hammer is the author of the international best-selling Martin Scarsden series Scrublands, Silver and Trust.
Scrublands won the UK Sunday Times Crime
Book of the Year (2019) and has been adapted for television.
When asked what made Scrublands adaptable to television, Mr Hammer felt it was the international appeal for crime fiction.
“There is a great appetite for crime fiction,” Mr Hammer said. “It’s intriguing to me that not only do Australians like these crime series, so do people internationally.”
Mr Hammer explained when he puts together a crime fiction novel, he is trying to bring a story together in a way “that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.
“It’s not all about the plot,” he said. “There are other elements that are just as important. The characters, the settings, typically they are in regional Australia. The way the story is told, the language used… and the emotional response you may evoke in a reader.”
Mr Hammer described himself an immersive reader and said he aims to “invite the reader into this different world where you leave your daily troubles behind.”
And on changing from being a journalist to being an author? “Being a writer is so liberating… and it is more flexible,” he said. “There will be times I’ll cut myself off so I can write… and then others I’m out meeting people.”
The Macquarie Regional Library is looking forward to hosting Mr Hammer.
“Chris’ books all have atmospheric Australian settings, interesting characters and really intricate plots which readers love,” Macquarie Regional Library Manager Kathryn McAlister said in a media release.
“Our team are really excited to bring such a popular author to the region… last year his novel The Tilt was one of the top five most borrowed fiction books in our library network.”
Mr Hammer will do some research on his trip and check out the scenery in and around Dubbo while he is in town.
Fictional detectives Lucic and Buchanan, who feature in Treasure and Dirt, The Tilt and The Seven, are based in Dubbo.
After Forbes, Mr Hammer will then appear in Narromine (May 13), Coonabarabran (May 14) and Wellington Library (May 16).
The two events at Dubbo Library on Wednesday, May 15, are at 10.30am and 6pm respectively with the Wellington event at 10.30am the next day at Wellington Library.
The Dubbo evening session will feature an in-conversation chat with Jen Cowley.
All events are around an hour long and free. However, bookings are essential for all events as spaces are limited.
For Narromine, Coonabarabran, Dubbo and Wellington, register at the Macquarie Regional Library website.
EVERYONE wants to leave their mark on the world. Well, a group of Dubbo kids are being invited to do just that, on the New Dubbo Bridge, anyway.
Selected local school students are being invited place their handprints on the huge storm-water pipes being installed as part of the $220 million project.
Dubbed the Mega Pipes event, Transport for NSW Regional Director West Alistair Lunn said the event involving up to 20 students, would also be a celebration of the community’s rich Aboriginal culture.
“To recognise the heritage of our First Nations people in Dubbo, we will be using Aboriginal paint colours of red, yellow, and black to imprint handprints on the outside of the pipe creating a colourful mural,” Mr Lunn said.
“The storm-water pipes, which are 1.8 metres in diameter, will be installed beneath the new Newell Highway align-
ment on the western side of the Macquarie River… the pipes will be buried underground, meaning the handprints of the specially-selected students will forever be part of this once-in-a lifetime project,” he added.
The first Mega Pipes event is being held next Thursday, May 9, with a bus picking up selected school students and dropping them back at the end of the event. The student event is the first in a planned series inviting other schools and Aboriginal groups to also leave their mark.
The New Dubbo Bridge is a joint Australian Government and NSW Government project, which will improve traffic efficiency, reduce congestion for locals, visitors and the freight industry, and improve access across the Macquarie River floodplain during extreme weather events.
The booming population of the Golden West is best illustrated by the number of recent arrivals who attend Dubbo Council’s new residents’ nights, Mayor Councillor Mathew Dickerson believes.
With the next event being held on Wednesday, May 22, they also highlight the increasing ethnic and cultural diversity of the region, he added.
“if you look at our new residents and citizenship ceremonies form when I was on council 11 years ago, there were only two major countries where they were coming from, New Zealand and the UK, with occasionally someone from the Asian sub-continent,” Cr Dickerson said.
“Now, there’s a lot of Nepalese who are number one, then Indians are number two, followed by countries like the Philippines, Russia, Vietnam, Macau (China), and Pakistan,” he added.
He explained that the welcome to new residents’ events are a more current reflection of the changing face and popularity of the region, than the citizenship ceremonies themselves.
“Because you have to have been in Australia for some years, there’s always a lag between citizenship ceremonies over new arrivals, with the welcome cere-
monies showing who has come here most recently.
“They also show the number of internal citizens who are choosing to make Dubbo their home by moving here… we’ve had people from all over Australia, from
Queensland, Victoria, from right across the land,” Cr Dickerson said.
The COVID-19 lockdowns were a pivotal moment for regional centres like Dubbo, with workfrom-home and online services,
meaning many people started seeing their future outside of the major metropolitan areas.
“Compared to the overall state, which had a growth of about 3.8 per cent during the pandemic period, Dubbo region
certainly grew faster than the state average.
“We grew by about 4.5 per cent over the same period, our job now is to maintain that momentum,” Cr Dickerson said.
Dubbo Council hosts the new residents’ events every six months to officially welcome newcomers to the region, and also to provide them the opportunity to meet with representatives of council and local community organisations including service clubs, volunteer groups, and sporting clubs.
Hannah Lyons-Uhl moved to Dubbo from Sydney in 2022, attending a new resident night held at the Old Dubbo Gaol last year.
“The new resident night was perfect timing for me, as it was only a week after I moved to Dubbo from Sydney,” Ms Lyons-Uhl said.
“I really enjoyed seeing all the local businesses and having a chat to people that had also made the move to Dubbo, getting their tips and tricks for setting myself up in the city,” she concluded.
Interested in attending?
Go to: dubbo.com.au/live/ new-resident-night
The New Resident Guide can also be viewed at: dubbo.com.au/live
First-responder volunteers such as country bushfire brigades, first-aid groups, and State Emergency Services (SES) members, are often exposed to a range of traumatic events for which their training ill-equips them.
With this in mind, not-for-profit (NFP) group Benefolk is holding a free training course for local community groups whose members may be liable to both burnout and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder).
This mental health and trauma training course is for groups which face hardship and exposure to tragedy including the floods of recent years, bushfires, motor vehicle accidents, and the recovery process from these events. Individuals working or volunteering in NFPs, community organisations, charities, committees of management, and incorporated associations, are eligible to attend at no cost.
The floods in and around Dubbo in recent years meant that many staff and volunteers in local NFP organisations and community groups became “accidental responders”, Benefolk Foundation CEO and Founder Julia Keady said.
Research, she said, shows that those in similar positions are experiencing trauma and burnout and yet most community-led organisations, especially those in regional areas, can’t easily access training to support their people to manage or prevent this “helper trauma”.
“We ran a similar program last year for 130 organisations across the Northern Rivers, after their tragic flood events,” Julia said. “Feedback was that the training increased people’s confidence to continue their critical work, while creating a safe and sustainable working environment.”
Legislative changes, she explained, makes this work even more important.
“A similar shift occurred in terms of maintaining their own psychological safety, so we encourage all local NFP leaders to make time to send their team, especially given the obligations around psycho-social legislation changed in 2023.
“This means it’s imperative for all NFPs and charities to be on the front foot of staff and volunteer wellbeing in their organisations,” Julia explained.
Organisations can also access The Community Well, which has more than 100 free resources tailored to not-for-profit organisations, all focused on enhancing wellbeing. The full-day face-to-face training session will be delivered at Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre, on Friday, May 24, from 9am.
Adam Blanch, the psychologist who is delivering the training, says that any organisation that has staff working with traumatised people should have a psychological safety plan in place covering prevention, mitigation and recovery.
“Vicarious trauma – or what I call ‘helper trauma’ – doesn’t just affect emergency services personnel, but anyone working with traumatised people, such as those who have been supporting flood-affected communities,” Mr Blanch explained.
“An important first step is creating a trauma-informed work culture and training staff in preventative measures. This course will provide knowledge and skills towards this goal,” he concluded. Organisations can reserve places for the event at: tinyurl.com/dubresilient
For more information, go to: www.benefolk.org/ central-west-special-project
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Profile to publicist to the stars, that’s the dizzy career trajectory for former local lad, Tim Wall.
Tim was recently appointed by public relations crew Day Management to the newly-created role of Head Of Talent and Publicity for their high-profile stable of stars, but hasn’t forgotten the old home town.
“I was born in Dubbo in 1990 at Dubbo Base Hospital, I went to school at St Laurence’s and St John’s College,” Tim explained. “I worked at JeansWest in Dubbo City Centre, and Myer down the main street, before moving to Sydney in 2012, where I landed my dream job in TV public relations looking after all the big shows and talent,” he added.
Despite his heady success, he still calls the Golden West home.
“My sisters are also from Dubbo, but moved to the South Coast. Mum is still there, and I visit quite a bit,” he revealed.
In his new role, Tim will be responsible for managing and overseeing Day’s portfolio of talent, including reality television “breakout star” of Married At First Sight Australia, Lucinda Light.
Tim was previously senior publicist at
Paramount Australia and New Zealand, a position he held since 2012. In this role, he was responsible for managing various creative television publicity campaigns, events, and press launches, crisis and high-profile talent management.
His previous projects included MasterChef Australia, The Masked Singer Australia, The Bachelor Australia, The Bachelorette Australia, and I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!
“We are thrilled to have Tim join our team at Day Management, his vast experience in publicity and television, further propels our expertise in managing media personalities,” Day Management’s creator and founder Genevieve Day said. enthused. “We can’t wait to share further developments from his role as Head of Talent & Publicity,” she added.
On his newly-appointed role, Tim was equally effusive: “I’ve been a long-time admirer of Day Management for the past nine years, so you can imagine my excitement when Genevieve approached me to join the team.
“I can’t wait to get started as we have some really exciting business plans for 2024 that I cannot wait to help execute,” he concluded.
RECENT tragedies have shown the need for agencies working together to combat the problem of domestic violence, with an upcoming conference in Dubbo, aiming to achieve just that.
Timing of this year’s annual get-together of the Dubbo Violence Prevention Collective, is even more-urgent than ever, spokesperson, Mark Noonan said.
Entitled: “From Violence to Safety – Partners in Preventing Domestic, Family and Sexual Abuse” the event will include policy-makers, industry leaders, experts, and frontline providers of services, aiming to collaborate and learn from each other on this vexing issue, he explained.
“The aim of the Collective, and the conference, is to bring-together those who work in the sector, but is not limited to these, anyone can attend the event,” Mark said.
“it’s an opportunity to connect to other leaders and providers, to tap into their skillsets and approaches,” he added.
The event is at the Savannah Room at Taronga Western Plains Zoo on Tuesday, June 4, and tickets are available from 123Tix with registrations open until Tuesday, May 21.
Keynote speaker is Dr Han-
nah Tonkin, inaugural Women’s Safety Commissioner, who provides leadership and oversight across government in NSW to strengthen responses to gendered violence.
Supporting Dr Tonkin will be leaders from NSW Police, Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services, NSW Community Corrections, and victim survivors.
This is an issue that impacts heavily on many lives in the district, with Dubbo Regional Local Government Area being ranked seventh in the State for domestic violence-related assault in 2023; with five of the 10 highest number-of-incidents NSW LGAs being in
West.
“The issue of domestic and family violence has gained increasing media attention and public awareness and needs continued recognition and discussion in the public realm,”
Collective Chair, Angela Coker said.
“Domestic and family violence is never acceptable, and families and community members play a significant role in the importance of speaking up if they see or suspect something, and these displays strengthens this message and emphasises that together, we can break the silence and bring a voice to domestic and
family violence,” she added.
Mark said that the issue of domestic violence is a complex one, involving as it often does, drug and alcohol usage, gambling addiction, mental health issues, and a family history of abuse.
“Disadvantage and poverty are contributors to this problem, and this region is high in the State for these factors.
“The members are at the coal-face of this issue, and our aim is to support victims of domestic abuse, and perpetrators, also.”
For those who may want to attend, bookings cost $40 per person, or $360 for a table of 10.
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May 9: Candice Bergen, US actress, 78. Billy Joel, the Piano Man, 75. Jana Wendt, TV journalist, 68. Grant Hackett, Olympic swimmer, 44. Will Hopoate, footy player, 32.
May 10: Donovan, Scottish singer, 78. Miuccia Prada , Italian fashion designer, 75. Bono, Irish U2 singer, 64. Linda Evangelista , Canadian supermodel, 59. Young MC, US rapper, 57. Leigh Sales, ABC presenter, 51. Chas Licciardello, from The Chaser, 47. Nicky Whelan, actress, 43. Josh Dugan, rugby league player, 34.
May 11: Ian Redpath, cricketer, 83. Eric Burdon, British rock musician, 83. Lauren Jackson, basketballer, 43. Holly Valance, actress-singer, 41.
May 12: Steve Winwood, US musician, 76. Gabriel Byrne, Irish actor, 74. Glenn Robbins, comedian, 68. Ving Rhames, US actor, 65. Lisa Ondieki, marathon runner, 64. Stephen Baldwin, US actor, 58. Bill Shorten, politician, 57. Jason Biggs, US actor, 46. Clare Bowen, actress, 40. Emily VanCamp, Canadian actress, 38.
May 13: Harvey Keitel, US actor, 85. Franklyn Ajaye American comedian, 75. Stevie Wonder, US singer, 74. Dennis Rodman, US basketballer, 63. Paul McDermott, TV presenter, 62. Wally Masur, tennis player, 61. Stephen Colbert, US Late Show host, 60. Chris Bath, TV and radio presenter, 57. Scott Morrison, former Prime Minister, 56. Robert Pattinson, US actor, 37. Casey Donovan, singer, 36.
May 14: George Lucas, Star Wars creator, 80. David Byrne, Scottish singer, 72. David Reyne, TV presenter, 65. Cate Blanchett , actress, 55. Natalie Appleton, British singer of All Saints, 51. Nicodemou, Home & Away actress, 47. Gary Ablett Jr, AFL footballer, 40. Mark Zuckerberg , co-founder of Facebook, 40. Amy Shark , singer-songwriter, 38. Alexandra Park , actress, 35.
May 15: Graeham Goble, of Little River Band, 77. Brian Eno, US singer-songwriter, 76. Rhonda Burchmore, entertainer, 64. Lisa Curry Kenny, swimmer, 62. Matt Moran, Tamworth-born chef, 55. Zara Phillips, British royal, 43. Beau Scott, rugby league player, 40. Andy Murray, Scottish tennis player, 37. Birdy, English singer, 28.
A larger than expected crowd attended the 14th Michael Egan Memorial Book Fair organised by Dubbo West Rotary.
“We thought the Saturday crowd last year was fantastic,” said fair co-ordinator Colin Shanks, “but the crowd went to the next level this year. The wonderful volunteers from the RFDS Dubbo Support Group at one stage had a long queue waiting to purchase books.”
Dubbo West Rotary President Stuart Astley said: “Our Thursday drive-through drop-off was probably too successful... we spent much of Friday finishing the sorting of the thousands of books received.
“It’s great that we receive so much support from the community, without the books being donated we don’t have a book fair.”
While the final figures are still being determined it is expected that over $25,000 has been raised for charity. “It looks like we’ve raised $6,000 more than last year,” said Mr Shanks. “We didn’t expect that.
“We expect to make some announcements about donations in the near future,” said Mr Astley. “We have previously announced the RFDS Dubbo Support Group as a recipient of the funds, and we are yet to make a final decision regarding the destination of the funds for Cancer Research and Patient Support.”
Last year funds raised help to support some updates to the RFDS Dubbo Hangar and through the Western Cancer Centre Foundation, funds helped to purchase a special chemotherapy chair that supported an initiative for remote virtually-assisted chemotherapy at an outreach centre in a remote community west of Dubbo.
Next year’s book fair has been set for May 3 and 4.
Please follow the Michael Egan Memorial Book Fair Facebook page to keep up-to-date with details including when the next book collection day will be in October, 2024.
Mr Astley was appreciative of the support of sponsors that have made the book fair possible. “Each year we have some sponsors that enable us to host the book fair. We really appreciate their support.”
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WITH interest rates and inflation still rising, Australian workers will likely need to factor higher living costs into their wage demands for the future.
While most people in larger industries are accorded cost-of-living wage increases that are usually somewhere around the rate of inflation, some workers on fixed contracts, may not have seen a pay increase for some years.
This mean that, with inflation and the fixed interest cash rate at around four per cent, and the real cost of living actually higher, you are losing spending power as each year goes on.
With housing costs (including rent and mortgage repayments) accounting for around one-quarter of all living costs as measured by the consumer price index, so
higher interest rates inevitably mean higher inflation.
Given higher costs, many Australian workers will need to demand wage increases in the years ahead to counterbalance inflation’s corrosive effects.
With a national skills shortage in the labour market and the unemployment rate sitting at just 3.6 per cent, the time is ripe for employees to ask for more.
If you have not been granted a wage rise this year through your good work, then ask for it. Many employers will be willing to renegotiate salary packages for 2024 to avoid the headache of having to replace workers in the tightest labour market in nearly 50 years.
Apart from asking employers for more money, workers may also request greater workplace flexibility
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in their employees who are WFH. Winding back WFH also indicates a very questionable definition view of what “productivity” looks like, whereby “presenteeism” is gradually returning to the workplace, where being present
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I’m inspired by… Supercar Blondie
What I love about Dubbo most is… The people here - I met my husband
In my opinion, the biggest issue facing small businesses is… Lockdowns, rent costs, finding customers, inflation
My secret to success is… Hard work, constantly learning and improving skills
I’m most proud of… Raising my 3 children while running successful businesses
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If I could, I’d tell my 20-year-old self that… Help others, don’t be afraid to fail
need to ask for that, along with a pay rise.
With inflation still running hot, how and when you ask for it can make a big difference. Most importantly, have examples of your contributions and productivity
When it comes to getting a raise, your performance matters. Employees need to show their bosses that they are adding value to the organisation. Include any it to which you have contributed, so bring data to back up your arguments.
The more you can prove your value to the organisation, the greater the chance that your request for a pay rise will be granted.
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to make a difference in the community, a role in our Mitigation Crews could be for you!
We are looking for motivated and community-minded individuals who have a passion for emergency services and enjoy working in an outdoor-based physical role.
By joining our Mitigation Crews, you will have the opportunity to reduce the risk of fires occurring within communities across NSW. You will have the opportunity to assist with the AIDER Program, hazard reduction activities, provide operational support during emergency events and other rewarding activities.
This opportunity offers:
Regional opportunities with incentives including rural and remote allowances and additional leave for specific locations
Full-time ongoing employment & 35 hours per week
Attractive annual salary and leave entitlements
Mandatory paid 5-week induction program upon commencement (may be required to travel and stay at the training facility over the period)
Available Locations, Western Area: Cowra, Dubbo, Forbes, Harden, Mudgee, Orange.
Note: Some locations attract a rural and remote area allowance, and some locations attract an additional week of western zone leave per year. Please reach out to the relevant role expert to confirm which incentives apply to your preferred locations.
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THE Dubbo Eisteddfod is just around the corner, and we are thrilled to announce that the 2024 programs are now available! Our adjudicators have been carefully selected, and we are eagerly counting down the days until Saturday, June 1, when the festivities kick off.
Our program starts with captivating performances by junior dance groups, junior dance solos, and a medley of woodwind, brass, guitar, and bands throughout the following week. The excitement continues with senior dance solos and groups, vocal and choral showcases, culminating in riveting performances of speech and drama, as well as the enchanting melodies of strings and piano.
Behind the scenes, our dedicated committee has been hard at work finalising all the details, and we cannot wait to witness the incredible talent that will be on display at this year’s eisteddfod. Our esteemed adjudicators will graciously share their wealth of expertise and professional experiences with us, and we are delighted that they will be imparting their knowledge to our performers. Their guidance will undoubtedly enhance the development of our aspiring artists, providing invaluable feedback on technique, artistry, and entertainment ability. We are looking forward to celebrating the arts and fostering growth within our community.
This week we introduce the adjudicators:
Amanda Clerke, Jason Teasdale and Samantha Bartholomeusz.
Amanda Clerke (Junior Dance)
Amanda has been teaching for over 40 years. She is a qualified RAD classical ballet
teacher, a contemporary and lyrical choreographer and teacher and an ISTD jazz and tap tutor. Professional engagements include the Australian Ballet Company as soloist, the Bayerische Staatsballet (Munich, Germany) as soloist, principal guest artist for the Jessica Iwanson Contemporary Dance Company (Munich, Germany).
Amanda’s vocal and piano studies at the Conservatorium of Music (Sydney) enabled her to pursue a singing career upon her return to Australia. She was lead vocalist with Mo Award-nominated Network performing nationally and internationally. She founded Dance North Academy which saw many students go onto professional careers in dance and to establish their own dance schools.
Amanda is a competition choreographer and coach, international ballet/contemporary company liaison, and an international and national adjudicator. She hopes to pass on her extensive knowledge in a constructive and encouraging way and to share her love of all things dance and performance.
Jason Teasdale (Senior Dance)
Jason has been performing/choreographing and teaching for almost two decades in all facets of performing arts. As a performer his credits include ensemble member for the Production Company, feature dancer on ROVE LIVE, Channels Nine and Ten (including The Footy Show grand finale, Asian Cup opening ceremony, Collingwood Football Club dance crew and back up dancer for artists such as Havana Brown and Jessica Mauboy.
Choreographic credits include creative direction for many event companies throughout Melbourne as well as choreography for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, cabaret shows and choreography for Vicks Vapour drops TV commercial. Jason’s 18 years of teaching all around the country led him to open up his own Performing Arts Studio and, before closing the studio, began his competition adjudicating experience, taking him across Australia as well as overseas.
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Samantha Bartholomeusz (Vocal and Choral)
Samantha is a seasoned music educator and performer with a solid academic background, holding a Bachelor of Science and a Graduate Diploma in Music Studies with a focus on Vocal Pedagogy. Her qualifications include L.Mus.A and A. Mus. A in voice, as well as Level 2 of the Australian Kodály Certificate, specialising in early childhood music.
With over twenty years of teaching experience, Samantha has left her mark on various conservatoria, including Penrith, Tamworth Regional and, presently, the Orange Regional Conservatorium of Music, where she serves as Head of Voice and Early Childhood Music.
Her passion lies in sharing the joy of singing across all ages and abilities, demonstrated through her individualised instruction, choir leadership, and group lessons catering to diverse age groups. As a performer, Samantha’s versatility shines through in a range of musical genres and platforms. She has taken on lead roles in operas and oratorios, as well as musical theatre productions like Annie.
Beyond her teaching and performing roles, Samantha actively contributes to the musical community, participating in the Orange Regional Conservatorium’s Chamber Series and collaborating with the jazz trio, Into the Blue. Her dedication to music education and performance makes her a respected figure in both spheres, inspiring students and colleagues alike.
See you at the Eisteddfod!
The year is 1999… Fourteen, the hilarious and heartwarmingly honest memoir by Shannon Molloy, arrives at Dubbo Regional Theatre on Saturday 25 May at 7.30 pm. Adapted by Shake & Stir Theatre Co, this is a moving story of adversity and trauma but also a story of resilience, hope and hilarity set to a nostalgic mixtape of 90’s bangers. Dont’ miss out, tickets at drtcc.com.au Looking for a new role or job opportunity in a progressive organisation?
Council is hosting a New Resident Night on Wednesday 22 May at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre to welcome residents to the region.
Enjoy refreshments, music, meet other new residents and find out more about your new home.
RSVP by phoning Dubbo Visitor Information Centre on 1800 674 443 by Monday 20 May. The Western Plains Cultural Centre From the Vault series will feature its next exhibition, A Woman’s Place, from 10 May 2024. The exhibition explores the stories of three local women of Dubbo from three different time periods dating from the late 1800s through to the 1940s – Mrs Blanche Soane, Matron Mary Adams and
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Thumbs up to the good Samaritan who found my keycard at Bunnings, and went out of their way to return it to my bank. I was incredibly surprised and grateful when I went to my bank on Macquarie Street to report my lost card and discovered my card had already been returned for safe keeping.
Thumbs up to the lady unpacking her groceries who took my elderly mum back to Orana Gardens when she was lost. Thank you!
Thumbs up to Sushi Haru up at the mall. My family had good fun picking our favourites. It was all very yummy, and as an extra treat we used the voucher in the Photo News to get a free baby roll. Yummo!
Thumbs up to the crossing guards at our schools. They all seem very caring and do an excellent job keeping our kids safe as they cross the road. Sadly, some drivers don’t seem to respect the rules our crossing guards are trying to enforce. Our pollies could do a good thing here and arrange to have cameras installed at all our crossings, which should make it easier to book and prosecute those few dangerous drivers.
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IF PEOPLE in Dubbo and beyond want to win a brand-new Toyota Hilux SR5 48V their chance is now, so don’t delay and get a ticket to be in the running for a new ute worth $70,000.
On the final day of the 2024 Dubbo Show on Sunday, May 12, the winner of the Toyota Hilux SR5 raffle presented by Dubbo City Toyota and Gilgandra Toyota will be drawn.
Someone will win a new Toyota Hilux 4x4 SR5 Double-Cab Pickup valued at $70,000.
“The SR5 gives you towing grunt and increased power and comes loaded with technology and new black finishes to prove this ute is all brute,” the Toyota website states.
The automatic Hilux SR5 will include a 48-volt electrical system in a saving of up 10 per cent in fuel consumption.
Ben Thompson, dealer principal at Dubbo City Toyota and Gilgandra Toyota, said offering this great prize to the public is just one of many things his organisation does to be prominent within the community.
“We’re proud to play a big part in our community and our long-standing partnership with
the Dubbo Show Society is just one of the things we do to support our local community,” Mr Thompson said. “It’s such a wonderful time of year seeing everyone from throughout the region come together.
“A few years ago, the Show Society came to us with an idea. The costs associated with running the show were increasing and being a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers, something ‘extra’ had to be done to make sure this great community event continued.
“We were quick to jump behind their win-a-Hilux raffle and we’re just as excited as the winner every year when they pick up their brand-new Hilux.”
Dubbo Show Society Secretary Sue Hood is grateful of the support of Dubbo City Toyota and Gilgandra Toyota to offer up such a quality raffle prize and help keep the show going.
Raffle tickets are $50 each.
“Plenty of tickets are still available, it’s a great prize,” she commented recently.
Visit the website to purchase your ticket:
Doing their level best for our hard-hit farming communities, Aussie Helpers, will be at Dubbo Show this year, but only in spirit.
Local Dubbo Depot Coordinator, Debra Ball, has been called away to North Queensland this weekend, but wants anyone needing help from this rural-based charity to know, they’re just a phone call away.
“We’re a regional-based not-for-profit, a registered charity, based in Queensland, and our role is to help primary producers in need, and this is such a central agricultural area,” Deb said.
“My job is to support farmers through the hard times, drought, fires, floods, floods, financial depression, when prices bottom-out, with support like food hampers, rates relief, and power bills,” she added.
She said that farmers, being some of the most self-reliant groups in our society, are often the last to seek help when they’re in trouble.
“When things are going bad, the men don’t get outand-about, they stay on the farm, while the wives are still going to town to shop, meet other people, but then they become the ones who have to prop-up the rest of the family as well.
“A lot of my work, is just keeping in touch, just calling-in or phoning-up to do welfare checks on farmers who can get very isolated, all our team are trained in mental health first-aid,” Deb explained.
When things get tight, she said, just putting food on the table, can become a daily struggle.
“We’re currently running a ‘brekky in the bag’ program with Sanatorium, to ensure that kids are at least getting a good start to the day.
“One of our places is at the ‘furthest inland school in NSW’, the bag includes Weet Bix, fresh fruit that is hard to get in some far-western areas, milk drinks like ‘Up and Go’s’ that sort of thing,” Deb explained.
Running as a lone operator for the group, she covers plenty of NSW, and even into Queensland, while also running a working farm herself with her husband at Mendooran.
“I’m pretty much on my own, I’ll do 50–60,000km a year, easy, I’ll go to Cobar, Bourke, back here, and then back out again.
“I go wherever they need me, whoever needs help,” she explained.
She believes the reason why modern farming is such a tough gig, is that it is one of the few commercial enterprises, where your income can dry-up overnight.
“The hard part that many don’t understand, is that if the market plunges, your crop fails, there’s a drought, you have no fall-back income,” Deb said.
“People say, ‘go to town, get a part-time job’, but if you’re on an isolated property, your travel costs may add up to what you can earn anyway,” she said.
Need Aussie Helpers? Contact Debra at: dubbo@aussiehelpers.org.au mob: 0428 434 527.
Tracserv Dubbo and the Dubbo
Show are both longstanding traditions in the city, and the pair will combine again for three days in 2024.
Dealer Principal and Business Manager at Tracserv Dubbo, Leandra Gale said the business is looking forward to again setting up its display area at this year’s show from Friday, May 10 to Sunday, May 12.
Leandra remembers Tracserv attending the show when she was a child and the tradition continues.
Tracserv Dubbo will be at Dubbo Showground all day on Friday
and Saturday and also on Sunday morning.
They will be in their regular position near the cattle yards.
Forgive Tracserv Dubbo for knocking off a little early on Sunday – the final day of the show is also Mother’s Day and there are special people to be spoiled.
Show attendees will be able to look at new Isuzu trucks, Bobcats, lawn mowers and the Isuzu power solutions diesel generators all on display.
“We have always loved the show,” Leandra said. “It’s a great time for us
to catch up with people we haven’t seen in a long time.”
Serving Dubbo and surrounds since 1989, Tracserv is the place to go to for your earthmoving, tractors, lawn mowers, Isuzu trucks and power solutions.
Tracserv is the Central West’s sales and service specialist for Bobcat, Develon, Isuzu Trucks, Bobcat Zeroturn mowers, Bobcat tractors and Grasshopper mowers.
In 2024 Tracserv Dubbo celebrates 35 years in business.
Full workshop is also available for
service and repairs and Tracserv is able to source parts for almost any make or model.
Leandra said a reason for Tracserv Dubbo’s longevity is great relationships with staff members. Some staff have worked at Tracserv Dubbo for more than 20 years.
“Being a family-run business, we have a great relationship with our employees,” Leandra said.
“That has helped us keep staff here for so long which builds up a great relationship with our customers. The same faces are serving people.”
The highlight of the Dubbo Show each year for bread and cake lovers from throughout the region is discovering what amazing display Sarah Jane Fine Foods is featuring on their iconic display stand.
Outgoing and enthusiastic Store Manager Belinda Pengilley isn’t giving the game away yet… but she is offering one tantalising hint!
“The clue is ’beautiful things come in small packages’, that’s all I’m prepared to say at this stage!” Belinda laughed.
“Last year’s Shaun the Sheep display was a great hit, but we’re looking to go even better for this show,” she added.
Each year Sarah Jane Fine Foods – the factory outlet of Ben Furney Flour Mills – features a stall that showcases all of their flours and bread premixes made
onsite at the mill, and also the cakes, fruits, and nuts available in-store.
“People come and see the muffins, sponges, cakes, bread and buns, that we make for the show,” Belinda enthused. “We showcase as many products as we possibly can: we’ve supported the show for years and years, this year will be my 13th!”
Offering their famous Sarah Jane showbag again – still only $15 and featuring their pancake, cookie, and utility 1kg premixes – it’s not only locals who make the pilgrimage to their exhibition.
“People look out for us at our usual spot near the door in the Centenary Pavilion, they come to see what our display is each year. A lot of them are regulars that are here as exhibitors for the horse and cattle shows and animal displays,
Choosing an early learning environment for a child is one of the most important decisions that a parent can make. Macquarie Anglican Grammar School believes in providing early learning programs designed to build on the natural curiosity and sense of wonder of young children, and to provide opportunities for the development of the whole child (physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually) in these critical early learning years.
Macquarie’s Pre-Kindergarten program caters for children aged four, to prepare them for transitioning to Kindergarten the following year. They believe that ‘School-Readiness’ is more than just preparing children for the world of literacy and numeracy. At Macquarie, there is also an intentional focus on equipping their youngest learners with habits to support their engagement in learning and providing them with strategies on how to become more confident learners, as well as key skills for
out-of-towners who make a visit here part of their show experience,” Belinda explained.
Because it just wouldn’t be the Dubbo Show without a visit to the stand for one of the region’s great local producers.
“Ben Furney Flour Mill has a long history of supporting the show through the family’s generations,” Belinda said.
“Our theme for this year is a delicious family favourite that everyone enjoys… can you guess what it is going to be?”
social and emotional learning – friendship skills, understanding emotions and showing empathy.
The Macquarie Teaching and Learn-
ing Framework was launched in 2022 and has been developed to strengthen students’ independence as learners and aims to provide them with hab-
its to support their engagement whilst providing them with strategies on how to become better learners. Teachers in every classroom aim to develop both content learning and develop the habits and character of students as lifelong learners. As such, students of Macquarie will develop a ‘Learning Mind’. The Framework consists of four learning dispositions, each which contain a set of behaviours that are implicitly taught to students from Pre-K right through to Year 12. The skills, which build year after year, aim to strengthen the students’ independence as learners and also have the benefit of providing the students with a tool-kit of skills that they can call upon when faced with challenges, not only in learning, but also in life.
To learn more about Macquarie’s Teaching and Learning Framework, our Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 programs or to make an enrolment enquiry for 2025 and beyond, please visit: www.mags.nsw.edu.au
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In a sign of welcome relief for many first home-buyers in the regions, weakening personal finances and a return of buyers from the bush to the cities, is helping ease our overheated housing market.
The picture is not so rosy for renters, though, with prices for leased properties still far outstripping infl ation. New requirements, such as blind bidding for properties and unannounced inspections, are also making it tough for many in the rental market.
While some regional locations are still recording double-digit housing value increases per quarter, much of regional Australia has settled back into close to infl ation increases in house prices as demand eases.
While the vast majority of regional towns that benefited from the pandemic-induced boom are likely to escape the worst of the downturn and preserve most of their price gains, some vendors may be forced to sell if the economy weakens. Softening of housing conditions across regional Australia appears to be more driven by demand, with home sales estimated to be 6.5 per cent lower than a year ago and 9.2 per cent lower than the five-year average.
Latest regional market updates show home values in regional Australia recorded a quarterly increase of only 1.2 per cent in the three months to January
The regional rental index, however, recorded almost double that: a 2.3 per cent increase over the three months to January. Thirteen of the largest 50 non-capital city markets also witnessed rent rises of 3 per cent or more. This is equivalent to an increase of between $25 and $30 to the median weekly rent in these towns.
Going forward, analysts believe that demographic trends, migration patterns, and localised economic drivers will be key to the direction of regional housing values in 2024.
The pandemic saw regional property values initially soar, particularly in coastal locations, as many Australian city-dwellers decided to head to the beach to work, play, and isolate.
While analysts believes remote working is at least partially embedded in many Australian workplaces, he says it’s unclear how workfrom-home policies will evolve over time.
They point to what they expect will be price growth in regional cities in what they call the “sweet-spot” offering commuting options to a capital city, a lifestyle dividend, and affordable housing.
In contrast, the performance of more remote regional markets will hinge on local economic factors, with infrastructure projects impacting housing demand, and climate, weather, currency flows, and policies affecting farming or coastal areas,” he says.
Before embarking on the property purchasing journey, there are crucial factors to address:
1. Budget
Determine your budget by consulting with a lender. Understanding available funds is essential for navigating the property market.
2. Hidden Costs
Be aware of additional costs such as the deposit, stamp duty, legal fees, pest/building inspections, and moving expenses. Consider ongoing costs like mortgage payments, council rates, insurance, utilities, and maintenance.
3. Property Purpose
Clarify the purpose of the property. Whether it’s a first home, an adjustment in lifestyle, or an investment, align the purchase with your life plans and financial situation.
4. Location
Prioritise location based on your needs. Consider proximity to workplaces, public transport, or potential renters for an investment property. Research areas thoroughly, including planned infrastructure, flood risks, and development plans.
5. Priorities
Define the property features that are non-negotiable and those that are desirable (“nice to haves”). For instance, a family home might require a specific number of bedrooms and bathrooms as non-negotiable, while a swimming pool could be a bonus.
By addressing these considerations upfront, you lay a solid foundation for a successful and informed property purchasing journey.
It’s an exciting time! Do you have any questions?
Contact Karen on karen@chantandco.com.au
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Kindergarten have thrived in their learning in literacy in Term 1. They have been learning about characters in texts. They enjoyed exploring the story Chip about a clever seagull who loved eating fish and chips. Kindergarten made special Chip glasses to explore the character’s perspective. They also showed off their art skills by making their own paper plate puppet of Chip.
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aving just opened less than a month ago in the Orana Mall, Jenny Street from Studio Pilates, has been run off her feet!
“I’m the new franchisee, and we’ve only been open for three weeks, we are definitely a new business here, but I’ve actually been a physio for 30 years,” Jenny explained.
“We have about 14 in each group, and we run between 10–12 classes a day and about eight on weekends, we’re pretty much bookedup, most people didn’t realise how busy it would be,” she added.
Jenny explains that the universal appeal of the decades-old exercise regime developed in the early 20th
By DAVID DIXONcentury by German physical trainer, Joseph Pilates, after whom it was named, is that it suits all ages, sexes, body types, shapes, and fitness levels.
“The benefits of Pilates, is that it improves muscle tone and fitness and is a non-impact form of exercise, it’s for older and younger people, it increases your core strength and that’s really advantageous for sports, balance, and general well-being.
“It‘s also achievable for most people, and it makes them feel better, you get the benefits quite quickly, and they are ongoing,” Jenny said.
A new style of exercise outlet, Jenny explained that Studio Pilates also uniquely
combines both on-site personal trainers with on-screen technology to get the best results.
“We have both an instructor in the room offering advice, and a participant on-screen completing the exercise in ‘perfect form’ to show how it’s ideally done.
“This means that participants can watch the screen in front of them, while the trainer, advises them from the floor… I’ve always loved it as a form of exercise!” Jenny concluded.
For more information, drop-in to Studio Pilates in the Orana Mall, text Jenny on: 0434 899 222, go to her website, or email her at: dubbo@studiopilates.com
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Orana Mall has a FREE kids doughnut to help you celebrate! Bring your copy of Dubbo Photo News to claim your Birthday gift. ws
ACROSS
1 Most senior (6)
4 Ovine insecticide (5,3)
9 Improves (7)
11 Finality (7)
12 Domineering (11)
13 Snow runner (3)
14 Flood (8)
16 Jewelled head ornament (5)
19 Bury (5)
20 Person with a degree (8)
22 Pixie (3)
24 Fake (money) (11)
26 Supervise (7)
27 Indirect (7)
29 Evade (8)
30 Climb (6)
DOWN
1 Possessive pronoun (3)
2 Distinct (9)
3 Low woody plant (5)
5 Feverish (6)
6 Extended (9)
7 Percussion instruments (5)
8 Plight (11)
10 Time of the year (6)
12 Pungent (11)
15 Predictions (9)
17 Ballet position with one leg raised (9)
18 Cave (6)
21 A nozzle through which air is forced (6)
23 Father of psychology (5)
25 Parts (for actors) (5)
28 Termination (3)
3 LETTERS
4 LETTERS
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”.
9 words: Good
14 words: Very good
Today’s Aim: enter, entry, envy, erne, even, evenly, event, fern, fervent, FERVENTLY, lent, nerve, nervy, never, relent, rent, teeny, tern, vent, venter
20 words: Excellent
No. 227 enter, entry, envy, erne, even, evenly, event, fern, fervent, FERVENTLY, lent, nerve, nervy, never, relent, rent, teeny, tern, vent, venter
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Insert the missing letters to make 10 words – five reading across the
Place each of the tiles of letters into the blank jigsaw below to create four six-letter words going across and down.
5 LETTERS AISLE ALIKE ALONE AMASS AMBOS ANGER ARISE AROMA ARROW BALMY BARES BEAMS BLASE CARVE DAUNT EATEN ENSUE EVENT GRUEL IOTAS MESSY MOTOR OLIVE OUSTS PERIL
6 LETTERS EDDIES ODDEST SENSES TETHER 7
Insert each number from 1 to 9 in the shaded squares to solve all the horizontal and vertical equations. Multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction.
1. Which country does soy sauce originate from?
2. What is the maximum period of service for an Australian prime minister?
3. In education terms, what does VET stand for?
4. Endless Summer Vacation is a 2023 album by which singer?
5. Which 2003 film stars Julia Roberts, Kirsten Dunst and Julia Stiles (pictured)?
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the Melbourne
9. Jackson Pollock was a major figure in which post-World War II art movement?
10. Elliot Page featured in a 2023 fragrance campaign by which luxury brand?
ARIES: If you’re planning to move, it’s time to start
GEMINI: You’ll be offered a project and training course. You’ll have the nece s sary financial resources and tools at your disposal to secure your future. You’re in the driver’s seat of your success.
CANCER: Determination is the key to improving your situation. Act, and you’ll succeed. Get the courage to take the first step, and you’ll be on your way to success. It’s like riding a bike; once you pedal, the momentum carries you forward.
LEO: Impatience may get the better of you in certain situations. You could be upset by feeling stuck in limbo. Taking a step back could help you move for ward with greater clarity. A lack of sleep could also cause confusion.
VIRGO: At work, you’ll be in charge of planning a meeting or event that brings many people together. You’ll also expand your client base, which will boost your income. These days, abundance seems to be within reach.
LIBRA: A project requires special attention, and delays may occur in various areas. Be patient when faced with situations where you must wait, whether on the phone or in a queue.
SCORPIO: Plan early for the next holidays to ensure the activities you’ ve thought about for your children are available. Preparation is essential. A project will put you in the spotlight.
SAGITTARIUS: A specific situation will inspire you to think deeply about your professional and personal future. You’ll set exciting goals for the next chapter of your life. This is a time for celebration. CAPRICORN: If you’re in a new relationship, your partner could surprise you with a marriage proposal or declare their commitment. Your better half will spectacularly express their love, bringing you joy and happiness. You’ll be successful in a negotiation.
luckiest signs this week:
Dubbo Regional Airport recently played host to six RAAF PC-21 aircraft for two exciting weeks as part of the RAAF No.1 Flying Training School.
Dubbo Photo News was kindly given supervised access to get you closer to the Saturday, April 20 departure of these most-welcome visitors who have been seen by many, flying our skies during their stay.
While in Dubbo, the staff and trainee pilots hosted a very popular and well-attended RAAF PC-21 Static Display and Information Session which allowed, under controlled conditions, the public to get up close to one of these amazing planes and chat with the staff and trainee pilots.
Late of Dubbo
Passed away 2nd May 2024 Aged 83 years
Dearly loved husband of Lyn.
Adored father and father-in-law of Karen & David, Tracey & Grant, Deanne & Richard.
Beloved grandfather to Ethan, Joseph, Alyssa, Emma, William and great-grandfather to Logan, Lawson and Montanna.
Mr Wilson’s funeral service will be held at
St Andrew’s Chapel, Wingewarra Street, Dubbo on Friday 10th May 2024 commencing at 11am followed by interment in the Western Districts Memorial Park Lawn Cemetery, Boothenba Road, Dubbo
W LARCOMBE & SON - 6882 3199
(nee Dennis)Passed away 29th April 2024
Aged 90 years
Dearly loved wife of Bill (dec).
Late of Dubbo, formerly of Bourke
Loving mother of Stephen, Peter, Gloria, Susan, Beverley & Neil and their families.
Aileen’s funeral service will be held Graveside at New Dubbo Cemetery, Cobbora Road, Dubbo commencing at 10.30am Thursday 16th May.
Dementia Australia would be appreciated and may be left with the funeral directors at the service.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of The Abbey Funeral Home Dubbo 02 6881 8988
Passed away 30th April 2024
Aged 89 years
Late of Narromine & formerly of Girilambone
Dearly loved husband of Daphne.
Loving father & father-in-law of Berrick & Lily.
Cherished & adored Pop of Theo and Brandon.
Dear brother of his family and a friend to many.
All returned services personnel are respectfully invited to attend.
Norm’s funeral service will be held in St Augustine’s Catholic Church Dandaloo St, Narromine commencing at 11.00am Tuesday 14th May 2024 followed by interment in the Narromine Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of The Abbey Funeral Home Dubbo 02 6881 8988
ON THIS WEEK
Croquet: 8.15am for 8:30am start, Tuesday, Thursday. Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. Kate 0409 927 140, Lillian 0429 471 921
COMING SOON
Above Board Gamers: SECOND and FOURTH Thursday of the month, 6pm, Devil’s Hollow Brewery. Alan 0432 278 235
Connecting With Art: Every second Thursday, Dubbo Pipe Band Hall. Free art group for carers, no experience necessary, resources supplied or bring your own project. Tea, coffee snacks provided. Contact Catholic Care for session information (02) 68834600.
Cumnock Markets: The next Cumnock Markets will be held on Saturday 18 May from 9.00 a.m. to 12 noon at Crossroads Park
Cumnock (opposite General Store). Visitors, or anyone wishing to have a stall, can get further information from Pat Gilmour – 6367 7270 Dubbo & District Family History Society presents Share Your Story.
Cathy Thompson will share what she discovered about her McIntyre family, while editing her father’s stories for publication. Everyone welcome: join us on Friday May 17 at 2pm in the Auditorium at WPCC.
$8 towards room hire and refreshments. See us on Facebook!
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
Connecting With Art: Every second Thursday, Dubbo Pipe Band Hall. Free art group for carers, no experience necessary, resources supplied or bring your own project.
Tea, coffee snacks provided. Contact Catholic Care for session information (02) 68834600. Croquet: 8.15am for 8:30am start, Tuesday, Thursday. 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 Talbragar CWA: Members are reminded of the February luncheon on Thursday 8, at the South Dubbo Tavern commencing 12 noon Please let Ronda know on 68885231 if you are able to attend.
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. 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 & District Family History Society: Presents Share Your Story. Dugald Saunders will tell stories of the unexpected discovery of his Indian heritage, and his journey from childhood in Mendooran to Dubbo MP. Everyone is welcome to join us on Friday March 15 at 2pm in the Drama Room at WPCC. $8 towards room hire and refreshments.
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.
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. Anne 0408 891 225
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 table, proceeds to CWA. Contact Hilda 0427471270.
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: 10:00am- 3:00 pm (also see Tuesday listing) All are welcome Macquarie Regional Library Contact Patricia 0439846400
Family History Society (Dubbo & District): 10am to 1pm, volunteers on site during these hours, Western Plains Cultural Centre Community Arts Centre, Cnr Wingewarra and Gipps St. Outback Writers Centre Hub Meeting: FIRST Saturday of the month, (Feb-Dec), 10am-1pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Community Arts Centre, Music Room, 76 Wingewarra Street, Dubbo
Outback Writers Centre Write-in: THIRD Saturday of the month, (Feb-Nov), 11.30am1.30pm, Macquarie Regional Library, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo Patchwork and Quilters Group: 9am, SECOND and LAST Saturday of the month,
Dubbo Pipe Band Hall, Cnr Darling and Wingewarra Sts. Charlene on 0408 825 180 Parkrun - Dubbo: 8am every week, FREE timed (with barcode), 5km run, jog or walk, starts at Sandy Beach, dogs, prams are 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: Monthly meetings are held on the first Saturday of each month from March to December they commencing at 2pm each month but December at 11am.
More information is available from Ronda on 68885231 or 0419275223.
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!
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 Film Society: Film screenings for members and casual members at Dubbo RSL Theatrette, 1:30pm. Two films, Sundays 25 February, 26 May, 29 Sept, 24 Nov. Refreshments served at intermission. All-day Film Festival, five films, Sunday 28 July commences 9:30am.
Dubbo Pistol Club: 12.30pm, 143L Old Dubbo Road, 6882 0007
Orana K9 Training Club INC: New intake class every 7th Sunday starting 4/2/24..( daylight savings start time 8.45am Eastern Standard time 9.45am ) at Katrina Gibbs Oval Macleay St Dubbo(opposite netball courts)
Contact Reg 0428849877 or Dianne 0429847380
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
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 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. 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: 6pm-8pm, 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.
Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am-2pm, Wesley Uniting Centre, Church Street. $6 per day. BYO lunch. Pre-lunch cards and games, post-lunch bingo. Jan Miller 0418 255 217
TUESDAY
Aboriginal Elders Walkabout Ministry Group: 9.30am - 2pm in Holy Trinity Church Hall, 158 Brisbane Street Croquet: 8.15am for 8:30am start, Tuesday, Thursday. Croquet courts, Brisbane St, North Dubbo. Kate 0409 927 140, Lillian 0429 471 921 Dementia Sing Out Choir: Weekly 11am12.30pm, David Palmer Centre at Old Lourdes Hospital site, entry on Cobbora Road. Anne Gemmell 0481396404.
Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. Norm 6882 6081 or Bill 6882 9826
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 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- 3:00pm SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month (also see Saturday listing) Dubbo Bridge Club, Elston Park, Bultje St Dubbo. All are welcome. Contact Patricia 0439846400
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
Spinning Group: Every third Tuesday 10am -4pm Dubbo Art and Craft Cottage, 137 Cobra Street. Contact Julie 0418 976 663
South Dubbo Veteran’s & Community Men’s Shed: 9am12pm, Cnr of High and Palmer Streets. New members welcome Toastmasters Club: FIRST and THIRD Tuesday of the month, 7pm9pm, 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 Dubbo: Meet Wednesday 7pm (1.5hr) – ‘Topic‘ meeting St Brigid’s Catholic Church meeting rooms, 198 Brisbane St, Dubbo Please contact Ian 0447 176 590 Or contact 1300 222 222 or www.
aa.org.au for info on meetings.
Ballroom Dancing: Wednesday
7:30-9:30pm $10. Wesley Hall Cnr of Carrington Avenue & Church Street, Dubbo. Graham Woods 0447 885 603
Blood Cancer Support Group:
FIRST Wednesday of month, 10.30am12pm, 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, 10:30am, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Creo Cafe, Wingewarra St. Anne Gemmell 0481396404. Dubbo Arts and Craft Cottage:
10am-4pm, 137 Cobra Street. A large range of handcrafted gifts made by members available. Contact 6881 6410
Dubbo and District Family History Society event
Linda Barnes will show you how to begin discovering your family history.
Four weeks, Wednesdays March 6, 13, 20 and 27. 10.30am to 12.30pm at Community Arts Centre $7.50 per session for DDFHS members, $15 for non-members. To reserve your place phone Linda on 68878284 or email martinandlinda@gmail.com
Dubbo Bobbin Lacemakers: THIRD Wednesday of the month, 10am-3pm, Arts & Crafts Society Cottage and Craft Shop, 137 Cobra Street. Judy 6882 5776
Dubbo Bridge Club: 9.45am, for 10am-1pm, Bultje Street (Tennis Courts), Dubbo. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324
Dubbo Community Garden: 9am12pm, 4 Palmer Street. A time to garden with others, learn more skills and grow friendships. Contact Denise 0433 623 842 or Julie 0428 821 829
Dubbo Electric Vehicle Interest, Owners, Users & Supporters (DEVIOUS) group: FIRST Wednesday of each month, 12pm to 1pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre café. Chris 0409 321 470
Dubbo Garden Club: 10am, FIRST Wednesday of month, Garden gatherings with morning tea. Contact, President, Annette Storer, 0429 828 882
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
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
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.
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ADRIAN Carey has been a keen sportsperson all his life.
When he moved to Dubbo to practice physiotherapy, this continued through his love of rugby as a hooker/forward with the Dubbo Roos, and at cricket as a leg-spinning all-rounder with RSL Colts.
Now he has turned his focus to weight-lifting, a sport in which he is rapidly building a reputation, not only as a competitor, but also as a coach.
Over the weekend, “Red” (as he is commonly-known) and his proteges, Alyssa Walter and Ally Hoyle, returned from the State Masters sporting new medals and broad smiles.
In competition, Adrian won Gold, with a National Record for his weight category and age in the Snatch. For her part, Alyssa won Gold in her weight category, while Ally finished fourth in a hotly-contested weight category, setting “Personal Best” lifts on the platform and only narrowly missing a bronze medal
All three, however, qualified for the Masters Nationals with Red also off to the World Masters in Finland later this year.
‘Ballers
By GEOFF MANN
DUBBO Under 18s Men’s and Women’s teams and the Under 14s Boys side all had a successful trip to Griffith over the weekend.
All three teams won their respective Waratahs Western Basketball League championships, signalling the continued renaissance of the sport in our city.
Junior Programs Coordinator, Claire Hargreaves, was all smiles, praising the commitment of players, parents, and families who have given amazing support throughout the series.
Claire and Referee’s Coordinator, Jeremy Dickson, also singled-out the impressive line-up of referees who were recognised with major appointments during the Finals.
Dubbo’s Young Citizen,
Mia Richardson officiated in three semi-finals and was appointed to a grand final, unfortunately though, this clashed with her coaching duties
For the young referees, Archie Dickson picked up the 12G2 Grand Final, as well as the 14B1 game, Rhys O’Neill and Zavier Newton did the 14B2 decider as a team, while James O’Neill had a semi-final, then backed-up to coach his team in the Grand Final.
Jeremy and Claire also highlighted the excellent work of Jack Taylor, Taylor Mongan, Nick Hubbard, Cara May Gordon, Lara Winterton, Jack Strawns, Jordan Morrow, and Rohan Birrell who all leant their skills with the whistle during the season.
“No referees, no play”!
DUBBO Demons’ road trips netted two wins in Saturday’s Central West AFL. In wet, cold, and slippery conditions, the Tier One Men fought hard for their first win of the season, while the women are sitting on top of the table with two from two.
Playing the 2023 Premiers at their home ground, was always going to be a tough challenge for the Tier Two men. Making the long trip to Cowra with several players missing, the ‘Ressies” fought hard, but their commitment wasn’t converted to points on the board.
Andy Pearson, in his 99th game for the club, battled the strong Cowra forward line all day and was rewarded with the” Down the Lane Best-on-Ground” for his efforts.
Former junior players, Izaya Sherring and Jayden Wallace, are also starting to make their mark in the senior team, and junior coach, Ben Fairman, pulled on the boots after a long break, putting up a solid performance in his return match.
The team was bolstered by two out-of-town players, River and Macey O’Brien, who joined their brother Tullic for the weekend. River earned himself the “You Galah Player’s Player” award for his efforts.
The first game of the season between these two teams is in honour of former Cowra player, Jason “Popeye” Petty. He was a selfless and reliable player and clubman at Cowra, who gave 110 per cent to the club each week, being in and over the ball at every opportunity.
Petty lost his battle with cancer
coach Lynton
in 2001 and, while both teams have played hard for the prize over the past 23 years, this year’s “Popeye Plate” went to the Blues – Cowra 14.5.89 to Dubbo’s 3.1.19.
The women ran-out in constant drizzle and the conditions made for a challenging and contested game, played mostly at ground level. Despite the unfavourable weather, the Dee’s managed to move the ball quickly and effectively, racking-up goals at a rapid pace. The forward line played an outstanding defensive game, keeping the ball within the forward 50 for much of the day. The Cowra Blues play a highly-physical style of footy, and with no subs on the day, the Dubbo team had to fight hard for the win.
Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’
Abbee Milgate, in her second game, was voted Players Player, and Korine Coleman in the ruck was Best on Ground for her performance and her enthusiasm all day. Demons on 12.7.79 defeated the Blues 2.2.14.
The Tier One Men then took on Orange Tigers in their match, played at Parkes. Both teams lost their opening match and were keen to take home the four points from this game. Vice-captain Adrian Hickey played his first match for the year and provided guidance and direction from behind the ball.
Former Demon’s player Isaac Heath, who scored 50 goals for the club in the 2022 season, has made the move to Orange this year and will be a useful addition to their forward line. Max Grant was tasked with tagging Heath, keeping him to just one goal for the match, while taking some spectacular marks at
Daniel Searle earned himself the tional work on the wing, delivering the ball repeatedly into the Demons fence from Orange throughout the game, it was the Demons singing their team song after their 8.10.58 to 4.3.27 victory.
Only Tier Two play next week, with the Women and Tier One having a bye.
Next home round will be on Saturday, May 18 for the Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous Round against Bathurst Bushrangers.
The Club is currently taking applications for their annual fundraising efforts. If you’d like to nominate a worthy recipient, please head to the Dubbo Demons AFL page on Facebook to find the application form.
COOL climate bowls was the order-of-the-day as a total of 42 bowlers buzzed around North Dubbo Sporties last weekend. In an early game, Ron McCauley, Chris Strojny, and Graham Ross, started with a double until Leo Balstad, Allan Stratford, and Ruby Stockings upped the ante with a five on End Two and added another four ends to rack-up 12 by the turnaround. Although they only won three of the next eight ends, Leo and Co. stitched-up the win 16-13, eight ends each. A triple is a nice way to begin the campaign and, with a second triple and a five, Chris Castlehouse, Ross Pharo, and Pete Sinclair led Sue and Frank Armstrong and John Cole by 14-9. In a rare occurrence the “Blues Brothers” themed-team rolled-up with the same coloured bowls. The game ended with 18 shots each, eight ends each. A count-back gave the win to Sue, Frank, and John. John Zeb, Julie Brown, and Col Cottee, led Di Cullen, Therese Gaio, and Mick Strawhan by a couple of shots at the break. The second half was very different as John, Julie, and Col, turned on a seven-end streak, adding a third four and five doubles to grind Therese and her team into submission with their 16-11 win earning first prize for the morning. Sue McCauley, John Kennedy, and Mel Giddings began their game with high hopes against Sue O’Dea, Ray Strawhan, and Eric Satchell, but a first eight end drubbing dashed their expectations. They were just not having any “luck”, winning only two sin-
gle point ends. Sue O’Dea and Ray helped Eric accumulate 14 shots, a bonanza, and added another eight to win 22-7 and second place.
There was some big numbers tallied on Rink One where Mary Perry, Roger Sherwin, and Al Andriske dropped a couple of triples, a four, and a couple of singles, giving them 12 for their first eight; Pat Sherwin, Shirley Marchant and Bryan O’Sullivan were on top though, leading by one after two “bombs” – a six and a five! Al and his team took control after the break, and won five ends with 13 extra shots for a 25-17 win.
A couple from Kangaroo Island, C and J Beckwith, hopped-in to have a roll and sample Sundy Bowls hospitality. Tim Stapleton was with Steve Kelly and Gordon Scott, and did not muck around, posting a handy lead over the visitors, who were joined by Col Hume and Tod O’Dea. Leading by four, skip Gordon smacked in a few “drives” to save his side from defeat and score a seven-shot win.
Tod was puzzled by Gordon’s match-winning aggression. The scorecard does not show the tightness of the game in which Gaven Cullen, Gordon Lummis, and Col Dover, won only one end in the first eight despite playing well. Paul Martin, Greg Brown, and Pete Ruzans fared better, taking eight shots from the seven won. They managed to keep their momentum going with a good four on 12, yet the others kept testing and probing without results. Paul, Gavin, and Pete, won 19-8 and third placed for the morning.
DUBBO is hosting Round Four of the Western Youth League football (soccer) competition this Sunday, May 12.
This is an elite regional competition that a total of six separate associations all compete in every year.
Locally there are 11 teams competing this season, with more than 100 male and 60 females playing in Dubbo’s seven boys and four girls sides.
For those who love great youth football, all games will be played this Sunday, May 12, at Lady Cutler Fields.
AFTER taking their first local derby against premiers CYMS in Round One of the Peter McDonald Premiership, Dubbo Macquarie Raiders came back to earth against Mudgee Dragons on Sunday.
Although having a couple of key players missing, the locals ran into a determined Mudgee team, still hurting from a shock loss to Orange CYMS. Coach Clay Priest’s presence was a huge boost, the former Manly Sea Eagle adding firepower to an already big, experienced pack.
Meanwhile an injury and suspension-hit CYMS Fishies outfit went down 22-20 in a brave showing in Bathurst against Panthers
With five-eighth Claude Gordon likely to miss the rest of the season following surgery on a badly broken jaw and defence-wrecking prop James Stanley serving a one-week suspension, the Dubbo team faced the fired-up Panthers.
In other matches Orange CYMS doubled last year’s wins when they held out Forbes 18-12, Wellington smashed Orange Hawks 42-12, Parkes sent out a warning with their 36-16 demolition of Bathurst St Pats, and Wellington 42 downed Orange Hawks 12, Lithgow earned their first points with a 28-14 win at home against Nyngan and Bathurst Panthers scored a try on the bell to break Dubbo CYMS Fishies hearts.
Mendooran hold 40-year reunion, for great sides of the 1980s
FORMER Mendooran Rugby league Football Club conducted a 40-year reunion last weekend to celebrate the success of the club during the 1980s. The club was born from the initiative of locals under the presidency of John Hunter.
In 1982, the club was accepted into the Group 14 competition, and success came soon after with Premierships in 1983, 1984, and 1985.
The peak of success came under the leadership of Steve “Bear” Hall, with grand final wins in 1983 versus Barradine 40-22, in 1984 versus Coonamble by 64-4, and 1985 versus Cobar 24-20.
The highlight of the night, was the appearance of Margaret Hall who spoke lovingly & emotionally of her late husband Steve and their time at Mendooran. As captain coach, Steve had always said his time at Mendooran was the catalyst to a highly-successful and distinguished rugby league career.
DESPITE having to face another long trip home from Gulgong’s Billy Dunn Oval, the Cobar Roosters would have been well-pleased with their additional luggage on the return journey; the Boronia Challenge Cup!
This iconic bush trophy, came into their possession following their comfortable 30-12 defeat of the Gulgong Terriers in Round Two of the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League competition.
The result handed the Terriers – reigning Castlereagh Premiers – their first loss since 2022 and, in doing so, reinforced the belief in many that the Roosters are the early-season favourites for the 2024 Premiership.
The Chookies now sit on top of the competition ladder on six points, along with the other two undefeated sides, the Coolah ‘Roos and the Coonabarabran Unicorns, who both registered hard-fought wins against Coonamble and Baradine respectively.
In both games, the winners were the visiting side and had to fight hard to come-away with the competition points.
The ‘Roos continued their impressive start to the season with a 14-6 win over the Bears, and the Unicorns just got home in a tough local derby against the Magpies by 12-6.
In the other game, the Narromine Jets hosted the Gilgandra Panthers with both teams coming off big losses in Round One and, it was to be the Jets who prevailed in a see-sawing game that resulted in the scoreboard being locked-even on three occasions.
The final score was 32-22 to the Jets, after the Panthers had led 18-12 just 15 minutes into the second half.
Turning to Round Three of the competition, Cobar’s first defence of the Boronia Cup will be against the young-and-enthusiastic Baradine Magpies who, whilst winless at this early stage of the competition, have lost both their games by a combined total of just 10 points. No doubt they would like nothing better, than to knock the Roosters off their home perch. Cobar would be ill-advised
to take them lightly.
Match-of the-Round status however has been conferred on the Coolah versus Coonabarabran game to be played at Coolah, where both sides will be very keen to finish the 80 minutes with their unbeaten record intact.
This should make for interesting viewing with a big crowd expected to witness the action at what has been a happy hunting ground for the ‘Roos thus far this year.
The Narromine Jets will be covering a bit of ground this Saturday also, firstly when their Youth League and League Tag sides head to “The Crater” at Binnaway to match it with the Bombshells. Those games are scheduled to kickoff at 10am, which will then allow the Jet’s faithful time to get to Coonamble to watch their First Grade side play the Bears in what is a crucial game for both teams.
Coonamble will also host Dunedoo in League Tag, prior to the First Grade game.
The final game will see the Gilgandra Panthers trying to break their season duck against the visiting Gulgong Terriers in Gilgandra. All photos courtesy: Peter Sherwood Photography
Christie and Hood Castlereagh League Round Two results
Youth League
Gulgong 22 (Bobby Pascoe, Kayden Whiley, Mason Hammond, Ricky Constable tries, Caiden Horton three goals) defeated Cobar 16 (Tommy Bryan, Frazer Toropo, Nathan Kelly, Oisin McMullen tries).
League Tag
Dunedoo 34 (Shelley Cox,
ABOVE: Action from the Dunedoo versus Binnaway Ladies League Tag game played at Binnaway on Friday night in Round Two of the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League, with the game won by the Dunedoo lasses, 34-0. INSET: Baradine hosted Coonabarabran on Saturday in the Ladies League Tag, with the home side winning easily.
Chelsea Gallagher, Emma Meyers, Hayley Berg, Paige Thompson, Tiffany Murphy tries, Geogia Price
five goals) defeated Binnaway 0.
Baradine 62 (Savannah Carey three, Jalika Leslie two, Abby Thompson, Chelsea Woodham, Stephanie Dewson, Jorja Carey, Emily Murray, Suzzanah Carey, Ada Craig tries, Jorja Carey
five, Craig two goals) defeated Coonabarabran 0.
Gulgong 18 (Tayissa Lucas, Ella Hawkins, Matilda Harper tries, Laurissa Tumpey three goals) defeated Cobar 4 (Sosie Barton try).
Narromine 52 (Rebecca Smythe three, Lucy Dawson two, Millah Phillips, Emily Edwards, Lajwana Carney, Emily Fardell tries, Shian Chatfield eight goals) defeated Gilgandra 0.
Coolah 38 (Jasmine Thomson t wo, Molly Burgess two, Jacinta Dummett, Fiona WhitbourneMartin, Channy Burgess tries, Thompson three goals) defeated Coonamble 12 (Shakaye Walker two, Imogen Pawley tries).
First Grade
Coonabarabran 12 (Shannon Doole two tries, Brad Fuller two goals) defeated Baradine 6 (Luke Hamilton-Forbes try and goal).
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Coolah 14 (Jack Piper, Justin Mogg, Chanse Burgess tries, Hugh Wesley goal) defeated Coonamble 6 (Adam Picken try, Mitch Nalder goal).
Cobar 30 (Loma Atua two, Nathan McAndrews, Jed Noonan, Tim Hillam, Tadgh McMullen tries, Thamas Plater three goals) defeated Gulgong 12 (Mitch McWhirter, Joey Annetts tries, Brad James two goals)
Narromine 32 (Epeli Draunidalo, Tyler Beer, Washington Itoya, Doug Potter, Ryan Richardson, Luke Thompson, Cooper Anning tries, Potter two goals) defeated Gilgandra 22 (Jarrod Fuller, Wade Peachey, Chris Fuller, Craig Simson, Michael Louie tries, Ty Sutherland goal).
Round Three Games for Saturday, May 11
Binnaway versus Narromine (Youth League and League Tag –first game at 10am).
Coonamble versus Dunedoo (League Tag).
Coonamble versus Narromine (First Grade).
Gilgandra versus Gulgong.
Coolah versus Coonabarabran.
Cobar versus Baradine (Boronia Cup Challenge).
BEING losers in the opening round of the 2024 Christie and Hood Castlereagh League competition the previous week, the Gilgandra Panthers and the Narromine Jets were both out to show improvement in their clash at Narromine’s Cale Oval last Saturday.
Played under grey skies and intermittent light showers, the closeness on the scoreboard gave supporters from both teams plenty of hope that their team would emerge victorious.
On the back of a barn-storming run by Corey Redman the Jets opened the scoring in just the third minute when their lock, Tyler Beer, forced his way over from close range.
The failed conversion attempt from very close range set the tone for what was to be an abysmal day for the kickers.
The Panthers replied in the ninth minute when a good backline movement saw their winger, Michael Louie, touch-down out-wide to lock the scores up at four-all.
The Jet’s rangy centre, Washie Itoya, then edged his side ahead not long after when he split the Gilgandra defence some 10 metres inside his own half and then outpaced the cover to plant the ball down in the north-western corner.
It didn’t take the Panthers long to respond, when some nice ball work saw their winger, Chris Fuller score for an eight-all scoreboard.
The game ebbed-and-flowed up and down the field until, with just three minutes remaining in the first half, the trend towards the outside backs scoring continued, with Jet’s winger Epeli Draunidalo crossing for a four-pointer out wide, followed not long after by the Panther’s centre, Wade Peachey, doing likewise.
With a very rare conversion attempt raising the flags, the visitors went to the sheds as 1412 leaders.
They went further ahead after the break, when Craig Simpson forced his way over from dummy half early in the second stanza, and the Panthers seemed to have all the momentum, but that all shifted dramatically, when the Jet’s fiveeighth, Doug Potter, latched on to an intercept some 15 metres out from his own line and was able to go the distance to score at the other end of the field.
From that point on, the home-side gradually gained control in what was to become a very disrupted second half, with penalties aplenty being given away by both sides.
Following Potter’s heroics, the Jets scored three tries, two converted, to take the score out to 32-18, with a late try to Gilgandra’s Jarrod Fuller completing the scoreboard activity for the day at 32-22.
Earlier in the day, a slick Narromine side were too strong for the Pink Panthers in the League Tag, winning 52-0.
This weekend, the Jets’ first grade will play the Coonamble Bears at Coonamble, whilst the League Tag and Youth League sides will be playing the Binnaway Bombshells at The Crater, with those games kicking-off at 10am.
ORANA Spurs bounced back from a couple of unflattering losses to slot three goals to one against Dubbo Bulls on Saturday night. The Spurs overcame wet conditions and a field chopped-up by the Macquarie United (MUFC) versus Panorama match earlier in the afternoon.
David Ferguson, Joel Tongue, and Jake Settree, all scored for Spurs, while last year’s lethal striker, Jake Grady, pushed one home for Bulls against his old club. In the other game, MUFC paid the penalty for two 10-minute sleepy periods and lost 5-1 to a Panorama team that had gone further in the Australia Cup than any other modern WPL team.
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