Dubbo Photo News 05.09.2024

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Where do you work? The Harvest on Palmer Street

Have you always lived in Dubbo? No, I was born in New Caledonia (France). I have been living in Dubbo since 2022.

What are your favourite memories of growing up in your hometown? Visiting villages in the mountains and hanging out with good friends.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I like working out at the gym, cooking French delicacies, and dancing the Salsa.

Do you have any talents or special skills? I am good at trail bike riding.

Are you a morning person or a night owl? I love waking up early in the morning.

Do you have any pets? What are they and what are their names? Yes, I have a naughty Galah, his name is Tacco and he speaks three languages.

What are you watching at the moment? I am not a big TV fan.

Have you read any good books lately? I always read recipe books to improve my skills.

What music do you like to listen to? I like listening to Bossa Nova, Flamenco, Jazz, French music and classical music.

What does the next five years look like for you? One day I would like to open my own French pastry business.

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Yoss out in the cosmos

under our western skies

By DAVID DIXON

Not your classic four-chord pub performer, Yossif (Kay) Kafedjiysky is bringing his eclectic electronic-pop act to the west in September.

Yoss – often creating under the moniker “Yoskos in the Cosmos” – is one of the special artists starring at the Under Western Skies music fest being held on Saturday, September 21, at Victoria Park in the heart of Dubbo.

“Yoskos in the Cosmos in my solo project but, when I play live, there’s myself on guitar, a bass (guitar- ist), and a drummer, but there’s also

heaps of other complicated stuff, backing tracks, and mixing as well,” he explained.

“I’m a producer who does a lot of studio stuff. In Dubbo I’ll be doing all my own material, I suppose you’d call my style ‘synth pop’,” he added.

A highly-regarded studio innovator, he fondly recalls the first time he appeared in front of a live audience.

“Everyone had to sing a song in front of the whole group, I was 15, maybe, and I was learning guitar in a music class.

“I improvised a song about my

friend, it was the funniest thing, and I thought ‘this is what I want to do,’ that’s when I fell in love with performing,” he recalled.

Now working on his debut studio album, his Dubbo performance will feature his latest single which he is currently on a tour promoting.

“This gig, I made it part of my single launch tour, I play live now to celebrate song releases so, if a good gig comes up, I’ll take it.

“The song’s called ‘Multi-Lover’ and I wrote it with my new girlfriend, Lyndsey Fay, who will be performing it with

me,” Yoss explained.

As well as his producing career, he also runs an open mic event at a pub in Sydney’s inner west, and recalls previously playing in Dubbo, enjoying the appreciate country crowds.

“It was a great night and an absolutely beautiful spot, and our performance was energetic and out there, playing live, it’s about giving it your all,” Yoss told Dubbo Photo News

“My favourite guitar? Ummm, I love my Fender Jazzmaster, it has a real Indie sound and crunches up pretty nicely!”

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Yossif (Kay) Kafedjiysky is bringing his eclectic electronicpop act to the Under Western Skies music fest at Dubbo’s Victoria Park on Saturday, September 21.

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Bruce and Russell’s long road leads to fi rst-ever Dubbo Dementia Expo

By DAVID DIXON

First-hand experience of his broth-

er Russell’s condition has inspired one local man to launch the region’s first-ever Dementia Expo in mid-September.

Bruce McDermaid – who was also one of his mother’s chief carers – has seen the knowledge gaps and service holes for this debilitating range of diseases, that already impacts thousands of people in the region.

With the collaboration of the Dubbo Dementia Alliance and the Rotary Club of Dubbo Macquarie, the inaugural expo is being held on Monday, September 16, from 2.30–7pm in the auditorium of the Dubbo RSL Club in Brisbane Street.

“I’ve got a lived experience with it, my mother had it, she has passed away, and now my brother Russell, and he was only 57,” Bruce explained.

“It’s an increasingly common condition, but we’ve got the support of Dubbo Regional Council, NSW Health, the NDIS, dozens other service pro-

viders, and advocacy groups,” he added.

Far from being a syndrome that affects “other people”, Bruce said that dementia can strike anyone, with medical science only now getting to grips with some effective treatments.

“Russell was a highly-intelligent guy, a radio technician at 2DU, he then met his wife Sharon in Warren, and got married in the 1990s.

“He then moved out there, created and ran ‘Warren Electronics’ for about 15 years, the couple raising two children.”

It was when his brother’s condition became apparent that he experienced the major shortcomings that can occur in a region where allied health professionals are in chronic short supply.

“When he was first diagnosed, he still had a house in Warren, and we were able to get assistance through the NDIS.

“We had the funding, but we simply

couldn’t get the carers to look after him! People knew Russell in town, and if they saw him lost, would help get him home, the town would look after him,” he recalled fondly.

The need for information and assistance in the dementia area, he believes has never been greater.

“With more people being diagnosed every day and the dementia arena in Australia changing constantly, the need for accurate and timely knowledge is overwhelming.

“In a time dominated by social media and the internet, people living with dementia and their carers have never felt more alone, this is our

communities west of Dubbo are most

“In many of those towns, there’s no support for those people, I’d love to see buses from outlying towns attending.

“The aim is to put the service providers in front of those people, to show them what is actually available out there,” Bruce explained.  For more information, go to: w ww.facebook.com/dubbodementiaalliance/ Contact Bruce at: bruce@btmbs.com.au, or call 0418 525 558.

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With his brother Russell, local campaigner Bruce McDermaid (right) is the driving force behind the inaugural Dementia Expo being held on Monday, September 16, at Dubbo RSL.

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Mac Daddy Cup honours Mitch Mackay

By LANA EATHER

In 2012 22-year-old Mitch Mackay was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare cancer within the bones and soft tissue around the bones. At the time of diagnosis Mitch had a massive 24-centimetre tumour in his pelvis area. On hearing this news Mitch and his family rushed to Sydney and spent a restless night sleeping in the car before attending Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for prognosis and treatment. This began a 22-month battle with this life-threatening cancer for Mitch, and a time of great stress and emotion for his family and friends.

Diagnosis of Ewing Sarcoma unfortunately carries a low long-term survival rate, and after many treatments Mitch only had a four-month disease-free period before succumbing to its reoccurrence. While on treatment it was recommended Mitch refrain from participating in one of his favourite pastimes: motorbike riding. As hope dwindled with the reoccurrence of the cancer, Mitch decided to return to motorbike riding and the Dubbo Dirt Bike Club races. With diminished strength Mitch often those races. On October 19, 2014, Mitch lost his battle with Ewing Sarcoma. In honour of his memory Dubbo Dirt Bike Club began the Mac Daddy Cup. The 2024 Mac Dad-

tember 8, marks the 10th anniversary of Mitch’s passing, and annually donates to a family or cause supporting locals faced with a life-threatening illness. This year the Mac Daddy Cup

supports Country Hope. Country Hope provides emotional and financial support to country families who have a child diagnosed with cancer or other life-threatening illness.

The Mac Daddy Cup race begins with 40 riders. Participants complete one lap at a time with the last five riders of each lap dropping from the race until the fastest contestants are left. Spectators are encouraged to attend with a gold coin donation.

“One lap was a good one for Mitch, and this race honours his memory,” Mitch’s mother Kerry shares. “It is a great day but also one of the hardest for our family. To lose a child is like losing half a heart, but it is truly wonderful for Dubbo Dirt Bike Club to hold this day each year. It is also fantastic to be able to support Country Hope. It offers assistance to local children and families going through a terrible time. When Mitch was sick there wasn’t anything like Country Hope available.”

Gates open at 8am Sunday, September 8, at Morris Park with racing beginning at 9.30am for this wonderful fundraiser and memorial day.

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK

Sep 5: George Lazenby, Australian-born James Bond actor, 85. Gareth Evans, former politician, 80. Michael Keaton, US actor, 73. Frank Farina , footballer, 60. David Brabham, racing driver, 59. Matt Geyer, footy player, 49. Alicia Banit , actress, 34. Hayley Raso, soccer player, 30.

Sep 6: Rogers Waters, from Pink Floyd, 81. Simon Reeve, TV personality, 63. Rosie Perez , US actress, 60. John Polson, director-actor, 59. Saeed Anwar, Pakistani cricketer, 56. Tim Henman, English tennis player, 50. Pippa Matthews nee Middleton, sister of Catherine, Princess of Wales, 41. Sep 7: Gloria Gaynor, pop singer, 81. Julie Kavner, the voice of Marge Simpson, 74. Chrissie Hynde, US singer of The Pretenders, 73. Andrew Voss, rugby league commentator, 58. Shannon Elizabeth, US actress, 51. Nathan Hindmarsh, rugby league player, 45. George Bailey, cricketer, 42. Evan Rachel Wood, US actress, 37. Harrison Craig , The Voice winner, 30.

Sep 8: Dave Stewart, of the Eurythmics, 72. Paul Zanetti, political cartoonist, 63. James Packer, businessman, 57. Lachlan Murdoch, businessman, 53. Martin Freeman, English actor, 53. Nathan Hindmarsh, NRL player, 45. Pink , US singer, 45. Chris Judd, AFL player, 41. Matthew Dellavedova , basketball player, 34.

Sep 9: Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, former Indonesian president, 75. Alexander Downer, former politician, 73. Hugh Grant, British actor, 64. Adam Sandler, US actor-comedian, 58. Natasha Stott Despoja , politician, 55. Rachel Hunter, NZ model-actress, 55. Henry Thomas, US actor, 53. Michael Buble Canadian singer, 49. Michelle Williams, US actress, 44. Shaun Johnson, footy player, 34. Shannon Boyd, footy player, 32.

Sep 10: Lynda Stoner, TV actress, 71. Geoff Jansz , TV chef, 66. Colin Firth, British actor, 64. William McInnes, actor, 61. Jay Laga’aia , actor-Play School presenter, 61. Guy Ritchie, UK film director, 56. Ryan Phillippe, US actor, 50. James Graham, footy player, 39. Samantha Kerr, soccer player, 31.

Sep 11: Moby, US DJ-musician, 59. Princess Akishino, Japanese Imperial Family, 58. Harry Connick Jr, US actor-singer, 57. Kate Bracks, MasterChef winner, 50. Ludacris, rapper, 47. Ben Lee, singer/songwriter, 46. Chris Brown, TV veterinarian, 46. Jarrod Croker, footy player, 34.

Mitch Mackay. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED

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KIM KELLY helps Dubbo Writers Festival celebrate 10th Anniversary

The Dubbo Writers Festival team is delighted to have Kim Kelly help us celebrate our 10th anniversary. No stranger to rural living and writing, she lives and works mostly on Eora and Wiradjuri lands, in Sydney and central-west New South Wales.

No stranger to the imposter syndrome, editing other writers’ work was the path she originally chose to learn the craft that would eventually lead to publication. Even though she worked as a book editor for Random House, Kim used her mother’s maiden name Kelly when, in 2005, in fear and trepidation, she pre-

amond, for publication.

Thirteen books later, she has an enormous amount of wealth to offer regional writers, both as a published author, an editor and a creative writing mentor and teacher. We will be welcoming her to the stage at our festival launch on September 13th from 6.30. at the Macquarie Regional Library. Check out the library website to register as an audience member.

By VAL CLARK

Dubbo’s celebrated journalist, author and all-round amazing person will be sitting down with Kim for an In-Converstion discussing Kim Kelly’s latest book Ladies’ Rest and Writing Room, which won the 2023 Finlay Lloyd 20/40 Prize. Award judges said: ‘It’s rare to come across a work of deep psychological insight conveyed with such verve and lightness of touch.’ And that, ‘Kelly sweeps the reader into the lives and passions of her two central characters and into the bus-

tling city streets of Sydney in the 1920s. A powerfully moving book that sparkles with vitality.’

Learn how she does that at the In-Conversation (Free Event) and the workshops, where we’ll learn new skills to apply to our own writing. Plus, workshops attendees will have the opportunity to present a 300 word piece of writing that evolves from the workshops and vie for the Cup at the Festival Cup Dinner.

Find the links for these workshops at: www.outbackwriters.com.au

WORKSHOP 1: Kick Starting Your Creative Drive: a series of writing exercises to get you going when you’re stuck or needing inspiration.

WORKSHOP 2: Getting into Character: how to create believable, colourful characters who leap off the page and whose voices ring true.

WORKSHOP 3: Editing, Editing, Editing: how to polish your work, recognise your writing strengths and weakness, and when to ask for help.

BONUS: Lunches, morning and afternoon teas are free!

Author Showcase (Free, 5-6pm)

Festival Launch and In Conversation with Kim Kelly (Free, 6.30-8pm)

3 x Writing Workshops by Kim Kelly (AM/PM | $50 each | see website)

Festival

Multi-published Central West author Kim Kelly. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Vote Jess Gough

Dubbo Regional Council 2024 Elections

I’m Councillor Jess Gough - a young businesswoman who is running for a second term in the Dubbo Regional Council 2024 Elections to provide a voice for Wellington. I believe my ‘can-do’ attitude and refreshing perspective along with my innovative and energetic mindset are what’s needed to get things done for our region. Vote

I WORK HARD FOR WHAT THE COMMUNITY WANTS.

I can make a difference acting on what is the closest level of government to the people. Being a councillor is about always being open to opinions and standing up for what the community wants. I work hard for what the community wants. As a young female business owner, I bring a different and much needed skill set to council.

jessyoucan.com.au

Women’s Health Week

Spotlight on Cervical Cancer Screening

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Regular cervical cancer screening is life-saving, providing one of the most effective and efficient ways to prevent the disease or catch it early.

◊ Changes to Cervical Screening

In 2017, changes to the cervical screening program introduced a new test that focuses on detecting HPV (Human Papillomavirus), which is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer. This new test is an improvement over the former Pap test, which only identified abnormal cells. By focusing on detecting the virus that leads to cervical cancer, it enhances early identification and increases the effectiveness of the screening process.

◊ Self-Collection

The new screening program also includes an option for selfcollection. Although the test is still administered through your doctor, nurse, or healthcare worker, it now allows you to collect your own sample using a provided kit. The process takes just a few

minutes, and you will receive instructions and access to a private space for sample collection. Self-collection is as effective as the traditional Pap test in detecting HPV and preventing cervical cancer.

◊ Who should have a Cervical Screening Test

Women and individuals with a cervix aged 25 to 74 and those who have ever had sexual contact should have a Cervical Screening Test every five years. Regular screening enables early detection and timely intervention, significantly improving cervical cancer survival.

◊ Where to get tested

Cervical screening tests are still conducted at your local practice. Talk to your doctor or healthcare worker about whether selfcollection is the right option for you.

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Dr Paul Roth is a local GP and Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney School of Rural Health

ELECTION 2024

A Voice for the Community

I am committed to supporting Dubbo, Wellington and the Villages to grow in a sustainable and inclusive way. My work history in project management, governance, and grant writing, combined with my volunteer and community involvement puts me in a unique position to represent the community.

I commit to:

Being available for conversations

Listening to all sides

Being transparent and accountable

I am deeply committed to the well-being and growth of our local area. My focus is always on the needs and aspirations of our residents.

Authorised by Peter Edward Gibbs 31 Spence Street Dubbo NSW 2830

The Dubbo Region is the best place to build your career

DUBBO WORKS is highlighting the excellent career and learning opportunities the Dubbo region offers. To contribute ideas, email dubboworks@dubbophotonews.com.au phone 6885 4433

Local host named for “The Welcome Experience” to help essential workers move to the country

By DAVID DIXON

A new “experience” to help boost the number of essential workers in the bush has recently been expanded to support these workers and their families to relocate to regional NSW from larger cities.

It’s also been announced that Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana will be the host agency in Western NSW for “The Welcome Experience”.

This work will include “local connectors” working in towns like Bourke, Walgett, Wellington and Dubbo to help essential workers make their new home in the regions, settle into their communities, connect with schools, join sporting clubs and assist with finding a job for their partner.

RDA Orana CEO, Justine Campbell, believes that the

LOVE YOUR WORK

program will make a significant difference in the region in important staffing areas.

“RDA Orana understands the challenges the labour shortage issues are creating in the regions due to our close connections with industry, community and government,” Ms Campbell said.

“We rely on key workers to facilitate some of our most important services, so attracting and retaining people is of the upmost importance.

Ms Campbell said that The Welcome Experience program was piloted in Walgett for the past year with Local Connector, Alana Copelin, continuing to work across the region assisting with the relocation of 57 people to the area.

“Alana will become The Welcome Experience Coordinator for the Orana region, operating from Walgett and

working closely with local connectors based in Dubbo and Bourke,” Ms Campbell said.

“Advertising for the roles will begin next week.”

Ms Campbell said RDA Orana worked collaboratively across the region with all stakeholders, including the three tiers of government, the business community and the many agencies that service the region, including not-forprofit and community.

“We have a very strong presence and broad reach in the region,” she said.

“We have numerous resources, growing networks and significant connections and partnerships that we can leverage to help ensure The Welcome Experience is a success in the Orana,” Ms Campbell concluded.

Just moved to the region: Essential Worker at Walgett, Amy, with Hugo, 2, Arthur, 5, and happy hubbie Casey.

Life in the country: The Welcome Experience program has recently been expanded to help essential workers and their families to relocate to regional NSW. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Macquarie HomeStay is expanding our patient accommodation facility. We’re excited to grow our team, will you join us?

We provide a comfortable and welcoming place to stay for patients and families from across regional NSW when in Dubbo for medical reasons.

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Where do your work?

Priceline Pharmacy Dubbo

What is your job? As a pharmacist at Priceline Pharmacy Dubbo, my role involves dispensing medications, providing medication counselling, and conducting medication reviews. On a daily basis, I interact with patients to ensure they understand their medications, check for potential drug interactions, and manage prescriptions. I also work closely with healthcare providers to optimise patient care and ensure medication safety. Why do your love your work? I love my work as a pharmacist because it allows me to make a tangible difference in people’s lives every day. Helping patients navigate

their medications, ensuring they understand how to use them safely, and seeing the positive outcomes from their treatment gives me immense satisfaction. I’m passionate about problem solving and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. The opportunity to educate patients, manage complex medication regimens, and support their health journey is both rewarding and fulfilling. Additionally, the continuous learning and evolving nature of pharmacy practice keep me engaged and motivated. What’s the best thing to do to relax? One of the best ways I find to relax is by diving into a good book. Reading allows me to escape from

the stresses of daily life and immerse myself in different worlds, stories, or ideas. It’s a great way to unwind, especially when I set aside dedicated time in a comfortable spot where I can really focus on the book. The act of reading helps me disconnect from any distractions and fully engage in a different realm, which I find incredibly soothing and refreshing. What’s your favourite thing to do in Dubbo with friends and family? I love a barbecue and party. What is your favourite travel destination? It is the USA. There are so many diverse experiences to enjoy across the country. For example, I would love to explore the vibrant cities like New York and Los

Angeles, each with its own unique culture and attractions. Visiting the stunning national parks, such as Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon, would be an incredible way to experience America’s natural beauty firsthand.

What was your first paying job? I started working as a Home Tutor.

Name three things you enjoyed at school. Cricket, soccer and school trips. What is your passion? My passion is teaching. I run my online coaching institute where I help overseas pharmacists to pass the Pharmacy exam. I love it!

As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? I wanted to be in a health profession, and I am here.

HOUSEKEEPERS – Our housekeepers play an important role, not only with our daily cleaning duties but also to be a friendly face to our guests. Do you have an eye for detail, a desire to help others, crave job satisfaction and thrive on being a team player? School hours are ideal, approx 20 hours a week plus

MAINTENANCE AND GROUNDSMAN – Responsible for our building maintenance and grounds upkeep – we take great pride in our presentation. Enjoy a diverse range of tasks and help contribute to our growth plans. Ideally it’s a full time role, but permanent part-time may be possible for the right candidates. Resumes to be emailed to hello@macquariehomestay.com.au or delivered to our reception. If you wish to discuss the opportunities, call us 6885 4663.

JOIN THE MISSION

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

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Shibli CHOWDHURY

By KEN SMITH

Dubbo MotorFest 2024 was next level!

It’s hard to believe that this is only the second year that this event has been staged locally.

What an incredible feast of cars and bikes, many travelling many miles, and the feedback has been glowing.

2024 Dubbo MotorFest roars

The potential to become one of Australia’s biggest car and bike events is theirs to claim.

Well done to all involved, can’t wait for 2025.

One can only ponder as to how big that Dubbo MotorFest will become over the next three to five years, and the 8000-plus crowd that attended last Saturday loved every minute.

Some of the hardworking Dubbo MotorFest 2024 Team

High flying with Aussie FMX

Tradies in Sight.

Black Dog Ride Dubbo

Darth Vader, Tony and The Mandalorian

RIGHT: Dean Cole on Lucky Keizer’s Merlin V-Twin

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Inland Petroleum.

Sean Murphy (compère of Dubbo MotorFest 2024)

Janice Monk, Dubbo PCSG.

Annette and Phil Priest, Dubbo Legacy

RIGHT: Richard Woodley with his 1925 Cleveland Six Touring Car. Richard, 92 years young, won the MotorFest Best Project in Motion 2024 Award and is a member of the Dubbo Antique Automobile Club.

The Elite Bike Pavilion

WELLINGTON NEWS

New Comobella Bridge work revives old

“Bourke’s

Crossing” memories

By DAVID DIXON

THE recent announcement of a major rebuild of the new Comobella Bridge near Wellington has revived memories of some important early settlers in the district.

The project involves replacing the old Comobella Bridge over Mitchell Creek at Comobella, to the east of Wongarbon and Geurie, with a concrete structure.

This project, however, has piqued the interest of local historian Patrick Bourke who has strong ties to the area.

“This crossing of the Mitchell Creek at Comobella was called ‘Bourke’s Crossing’ after my great grandparents, John and Jane Bourke, who had a farm at the crossing from 1877 to 1909,” Patrick told Dubbo Photo News

“Some years ago, the Wellington Council decided to change the name of the crossing from Bourke’s Crossing to Comobella Crossing,” he added.

This family, he explained, played a major role in providing the mainstay of much infrastructure in early Australia – good, solid hardwoods.

Patrick shared photos of his great grandparents, John and Jane Bourke (nee Woods).

“Both had an obituary written up in the Wellington Times newspaper; Jane, on January 30, 1919, and John, on April 13, 1922.

“As well as having the farm at Mitchell Creek crossing for 31 years, the Bourkes also had a timber business at the Mitchell Creek crossing,” Patrick explained.

“John, who was a sawyer

and had timber licences in the Wellington area during the 1860s, provided the timber for the new bridge at Wellington and for the new school at Windora, and helped to build the school which was completed in 1887.

“As well as running the farm at Mitchell Creek, Jane, who had 13 children of her own, assisted her neighbours in the births of their children,” he said.

Patrick also shared an article with Dubbo Photo News

showing locals petitioning for a bridge at the then Bourke Crossing on the Mitchell Creek.

There is also an item recalling a social event held at the farm in its heyday in the early 1900s.

John and Jane Bourke, he added, represent the indomitable spirit of so many of our early settlers.

“It would be correct to say that John was the timber man, and Jane was the farmer,” Patrick said.

“Both were true pioneers of the Wellington area.”

With the theme for NAIDOC Week 2024 of ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud’, the major local event to mark the occasion is the Wellington Community NAIDOC Day being held at Cameron Park.

Running from 10–2pm, this annual celebration of local Indigenous culture, resilience, and remembering, will include food stalls, yarning circles, live music, and a whole lot more.

Capping off the day is a very special ‘Cinema Under the Stars’ screening from 5.30–8.30pm at Kennard Park of the Australian cinema classic, The Sapphires.

The Sapphires is a 2012 Australian musical comedy-drama film based on the 2004 stage play of the same name. The film is loosely based on a real-life girl group that toured war-torn South Vietnam in the late 1960s, entertaining Australian and American troops.

Featuring Indigenous singing star Jessica Mauboy, the movie includes such 1960s soul hits as I Heard it Through the Grapevine, I Can’t Help Myself, Hold On, I’m Comin’, and Who’s Lovin’ You!

Those attending are asked to bring their own folding chairs and blankets for this great fun outdoor event.

Wellington – due to inclement weather often experienced in the district during the nation-wide mid-July NAIDOC celebrations and commemorations – traditionally hold events in September.

Dubbo Council is supporting the NAIDOC Week celebrations in Wellington with $15,000 in financial support.

Coming soon! ‘The Sapphires’. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Mr John Bourke. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

ABOVE: An 1890 photo of the first Wellington Bridge. PHOTO: NSW STATE LIBRARY LEFT: Mrs Jane Bourke with children. She and husband John Bourke were early settlers of the Wellington district after whom the old Mitchell Creek crossing was named. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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A LIFETIME OF SERVICE: From surgery in Fiji to the Invictus Games

By LANA EATHER

ON first meeting As-

sociate Professor Jagdish Maharaj, it is his respectful and friendly manner that first strikes people.

His life story is starts with humble beginning at a sugarcane farm in Fiji, and has led this modest man on many worldwide journeys and transformed many individuals’ lives.

Dr Jagdish, or “Dr M” as he is affectionately known, began his career in Rehabilitation Medicine in 1984. He studied in New Zealand and various Sydney hospitals throughout 1980s and 1990s.

While working in General Surgery in Fiji, Dr Jagdish treated many different serious conditions like spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and major limb amputations, often in their acute stage.

“At that time there was no established medical rehabilitation, I realised these severe cases ended up with very poor quality of life

or developed serious fatal complications, particularly following spinal cord injury,” he told Dubbo Photo News

“This led me to choose to study Rehabilitation Medicine to improve survival, quality of life and wellbeing of survivors with major disabilities.”

This was the beginning of Dr Jagdish’s involvement in Rehabilitation Medicine, Paralympics and the Invictus Games.

“When I started my career in Rehabilitation Medicine, I managed many young and old clients with spinal cord injuries, amputations and brain injuries. I used to introduce them to sports for rehabilitation and provide regular sporting opportunities at the Fijian National Stadium.

“This led to some of my clients qualifying to participate at international events. Thus, I had to learn about the Classification in Paralympic Movement so that I could confirm which Class the athlete could participate in,

and at the same time I had to manage the whole logistics of taking these athletes to the international events.”

Jagdish’s passion and involvement also then encouraged the Fijian Ministry of Health to establish a medical rehabilitation hospital and services. He managed this hospital for over 20 years.

Before the modern Paralympic Games, Dr Jagdish was also involved with the annual national games for the disabled. In 1986 he got involved in the Far East South Pacific Gamers for the Disabled (FESFIC). He served on the Sports Science and Medical Committee as well as organising and managing teams at the Games.

He continued his participation in the FESFIC until 2006, and joined the Paralympic Games in 1996.

In 2003, Dr Jagdish moved to Dubbo with his wife and two children and began work as a senior Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine with Catholic

Healthcare at Lourdes Hospital and Community Health Service.

After moving to Australia, Dr Jagdish continued and extended his Paralympic participation.

“I have been involved in establishing the National Paralympic Committee and heading it for 13 years. I was also involved in establishing the Regional Oceania Paralympic Committee, as a legacy of Sydney 2000, and have been on the Board now for 23 years as the Director Finance.

“In 2007 I became an International Classifier for World Para Athletics and World Shooting Para Sport, including Head of Classification (HoC) for World Shooting Para Sport since 2013 to 2021. This entailed myself writing and conforming Classification Rules to abide by the International Paralympic Committee’s Classification Code, attending HoC meetings, Training and Mentoring Classifiers, conducting Para Athletes medical reviews,

selecting Classifiers, and conducting Classifications for events around the world,” he expained.

Dr Jagdish’s passion for Rehabilitation Medicine has not dimmed after 45 years of service, and he has added his involvement in the Invictus Games to his vast list of achievements.

The first Invictus Games was held in London in 2014 and Dr Jagdish visited the 3rd Games in 2017. He was invited to contribute in 2022 in The Hague, Netherlands, and in 2023 in Düsseldorf,

next year. This will be the first time that the Invictus Summer and Winter Games are held simultaneously.

Each athlete present at the Invictus Games will compete and be categorised into a group for competition. Dr Jagdish assists in this categorisation and will soon assess the Korean team in Seoul, Korea for the Invictus Games 2025 verification before jetting to Paris, his eleventh Olympic/ Paralympic commitment, to begin his duty as the Chief Team Physician for the 2024 Paralympic Games.

Dr Jagdish humbly lists his ‘passions and hobbies’ as his commitment ‘to assist in

the betterment of an individual, group, organisation, or society where I can utilise my knowledge, training, and skills’, as well as various sports including martial arts and fishing.

In his long and auspicious career as a clinical specialist consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr Jagdish has been bestowed many recommendations such as Olympic Order recipient, and he has worked tirelessly to improve the lives of countless individuals. There is no question of slowing down for this modest advocate, and it is with pride that Dubbo will cheer on his future achievements.

Assoc Prof Dr Jagdish Maharaj.

PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS.

LEFT: Associate Professor Jagdish Maharaj with a smiling competitor. RIGHT: Dr Jagdish with Prince Harry. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

Dr Jagdish at Xalapa

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Australia’s property market sees a strengthened recovery, home prices rise

Aresurgence in the property market has been observed, with national home prices increasing by 1.36 per cent over the past year, according to the latest PropTrack Home Price Index.

July marked the seventh consecutive month of rising home prices, showing a 0.16 per cent increase.

In Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, property values have hit record highs, notwithstanding rapidly rising interest rates since mid-2022. The price growth has been attributed to strong buyer demand, spurred by population growth and a limited number of new properties entering the market.

PropTrack’s senior economist Eleanor Creagh said about the recent trend: “Although total stock on the market has increased slightly, the flow of new listings has remained soft in recent months, leading to increased buyer competition and solid selling conditions.” Every capital city, except Darwin and Canberra, witnessed price growth in July, where only a minor decline occurred.

“Home price growth has been stronger in the capital cities than regional areas this year. This trend continued in July,” Ms Creagh said.

Sydney, leading Australia’s home price recovery, has seen prices rise for eight consecutive months, up 5.26 per cent from the low point in November

2022. The city’s median value currently stands at $1.046 million, just 2.22 per cent below the February 2022 peak. This substantial recovery has helped the city regain most of the declines recorded in the previous year.

Outside Sydney, regional NSW also witnessed a modest increase, with home values growing by 0.20 per cent in July, and the median regional value standing at $709,000.

The overall recovery of the Australian housing market signifies the resilience and strength of the economy, demonstrating its ability to withstand external pressures like high interest rates. With the sustained growth pattern, the property market looks optimistic for both buyers and sellers, she said.

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Year 9 Photography & Digital Media

Our Year 9 Photography and Digital Media class have been working on the ‘Special Effects’ unit of work.

This term we learnt how to create special effects in both traditional photography like dodging and burning in the darkroom, as well as using Photoshop to create special effects in digital works.

For our assessment task we received the challenge of creating a portfolio of traditional and digital artworks including a photogram, photo collage, cyanotype, and

Photoshopped image. The theme of the task was ‘the future’. We used signs and symbols to create meaning in the work to show our prediction of what the future might look like. It was interesting learning to create meaning in your work through the choices we made, and how we want to audiences to read the work. This task was engaging for us because we got to create artworks using different photographic mediums and make meaning of our future.

By ELIZA QUINN (YEAR 9 STUDENT)

Photos by BRIANNA BRETT

ABOVE: Year 9 Photography and Digital Media class

LEFT: Artwork by Zara Yeomans

RIGHT: Working in the dark room

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WHAT KIDS SAY

Jordan

How old are you? Eight, turning nine this year.

What are you good at? I’m good at doing cartwheels. What type of food do you love most? My favourite food is lettuce.

Do you have a favourite word? Cat.

What makes you laugh? When I do something silly.

Who is your favourite character from a book? The Cat in the Hat.

Who’s the boss in your family? Mum.

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

I would really want to have a hippopotamus.

What would you like to be when you grow up? I like going to school so I want to be a teacher.

HELP BABY DINO FIND ITS MUMMA

AMARA

Turning 7 on 9th of September

Happy Birthday our sweetheart! Love May May, Pa Pa and Zephyr

KNOW A BIRTHDAY CHILD THIS MONTH?

HUXTON

Happy 8th birthday for the 29th August!

Send in a photo, details and a short birthday wish. myentry@dubbophotonews.com.au

Entries must be in by 5pm Friday the week before.

Love Mum, Dad, Angel & Traevon. u ek before. tured her ? a Mall has a to

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Knock, knock! Kanga. Who’s there? Actually, it’s kangaroo! Kanga who?!

Betty Cahill’s 90th Birthday

By KEN SMITH

Happy 90th birthday to Betty Cahill!

There’s nothing like a biggerthan-big family gathering, especially for a very special birthday. Betty Cahill celebrated her 90th birthday recently with family and friends, many travelling some distance to be part of the evening.

Betty and her Great Grandchildren

Betty and her Grandchildren

Back, Phil and Jenny, Front, Betty Dave, Racheal and Sharon with Betty Back, Sheryl, Sharon and Leonie, Front, Betty and Jo

Back, Chris and Linda, Front, Daniel, Betty and Robert

The Cake

Back, Robert, Lindy and Chris, Front, Betty

Back, Ann and Leonie, Front, Betty Back, Jenny and Robert, Front, Betty

Back, Chloe and Robyn, Front, Betty

Aleeyah, Tara, Betty and PaulBack, Manisha, Anil and Robyn, Front, Betty

Back, Ellie and Blair, Front, Betty

IN FOCUS

THUMBS UP!

Thumbs up to Tracey at Service NSW for the amazing service. She is very easy to talk to and a great problem solver. Thank you, Tracey.

Thumbs up to DATS for their recent production, “Guys and Dolls”. What a fabulous show and cast.

Thumbs up to the colourful display of spring flowers and succulents at the Muller Park Tennis & Croquet Club.

Thumbs up to M & D Shipp Smash Repairs who were very helpful after someone hit my car and left the scene even though they had caused damage. Merv and his team did an excellent job repairing the vehicle and it looks like new.

Thumbs up to Marita at Douglas Hanley Moir at Allied. Everyone has trouble getting my blood, but today Marita got it first go. Thank you.

Thumbs up also to Fiona at the front desk at Allied. She was very caring, helpful and friendly.

Thumbs up and sincere thanks to Jane from Mitre 10. Words cannot convey my appreciation to this wonderful lady and her staff

Thumbs up to the nice lady in Aldi on August 27 who paid for our shopping when we had trouble with our card. We will pay it forward by making a donation to the Cancer Council. Your kindness was very much appreciated. A big thank you from this elderly couple.

Thumbs up to the Dubbo Rhinos Rugby Club at the completion of the season. Our son played his first season of rugby with them this year and they were so welcoming and supportive to him.

Thumbs up to Brendan at Custom Computer Creations – thank you for a job well done!

Thumbs up to the gentlemen who offered assistance to the nurse at the back Coles last week when she had car trouble.

Thumbs up to the fantastic young sales assistant who attended to me on Sunday at Mitre 10. What a pleasant experience.

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

“Saturday Night Social” making an impact with award for unique show

AN innovative and unique performance event in Dubbo recently picked up a major industry award for a collaborative project.

Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) and Dance Makers Collective together won a 2024 PAC Australia Impact Award for “The Saturday Night Social” event.

“The Saturday Night Social was the first show in this year’s season program, and it was such a hit with the community,” Dubbo Regional Council’s Regional Events Manager, Linda Christof, explained.

“It was an inter-generational night, with ages ranging from 18 months to 91 years old on the dance floor,” she added.

The performance was a collaboration between the DRTCC and the Dance Makers Collective, local dance students, Rock n’ Rollers, The Tin Roof Big Band, and the Classic Car Club.

“Our team is humbled to have won this award for an initiative that has a low carbon footprint but high community impact.

“It’s now going to feature as a regular in our annual program,” Ms Christof said.

The award recognised the shared ingenuity, reciprocity, care and commitment of DRTCC and Dance Makers Collective in the development and ongoing presentation of The Saturday Night Social.

The Impact Awards were announced in late August at the Geelong Arts Centre as part of the Australian Performing Arts Exchange (APAX).

The annual national awards celebrate performing arts, leadership and excellence, with a focus on lasting community impact.

Seven Impact Awards were presented along with the 2024 Performing Arts Centre of the Year Award and the Wendy Blacklock Industry Legend Award.

Staff at the DRTCC are currently working hard on the next season program, with the launch scheduled for late November.

Pre-polling will be available in both Dubbo and Wellington for the upcoming elections.

Dubbo Uniting Church in Church St and Wellington Civic Centre in Swift St will open for pre-polling on Saturday 7 September to Friday 13 September.

polling from Monday 9 September to Friday 13 September. More information at elections.nsw. gov.au

Join Beatrice Spence from the National Art School at WPCC on Saturday 21 September at 8:30am to learn all about the particular skills and knowledge you need to market visual arts and creative practice to ensure you can best promote and share your creative work.

The event is free.

Bookings essential at westernplainsculturalcentral.org/events

Nominations are now open for the 2024 Dubbo Regional Sports Awards, which recognise the outstanding achievements of sportspeople from Dubbo and Wellington.

The awards include individual or team achievements, individual contribution to sport and community contribution to sport.

Nominations close Friday 20 September 2024.

To nominate visit dubbo.nsw.gov.au

The Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Western Plains Cultural Centre is closing on 15 September.

featuring two of America’s most celebrated artists of the twentieth century.

“The Saturday Night Social” has won an Impact Award for innovation and uniqueness. Pictured with the award are Regional Performing Arts and Venue Coordinator, Tiffany Rowland, and Regional Events Manager, Linda Christof. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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PUZZLES

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23 Central American country (9)

24 Unencumbered (5)

26 Protected (9) 27 Sun-dried brick (5)

28 Brought together (8) 29 Actor, – Irons (6)

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2 Chocolate tree (5)

3 Refined (7)

5 Cerumen (6)

6 Extensive collection (7)

7 To that (arch.) (9)

8 Stockings and socks (7)

10 Sword (US) (5) 14 Travelling (2,7)

16 Continuing (7)

17 Floating ice (3,4) 19 Give (5) 20 Place or group different from those surrounding it (7)

21 Leather factory (7)

22 Farm animals (6) 25 Summon (5)

12 Speak impiously (9)

Lacking footwear (8)

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QUICK QUIZ

2. What breed of dog is used as a piece on the Monopoly board?

3. In what century did the Wars of the Roses occur?

4. And which two royal houses did they involve?

5. Rooney Mara (pictured) starred as the titular character in which biblical drama film?

6. Who wrote Charlotte’s Web, The Trumpet of the Swan and Stuart Little?

7. What did the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution legalise?

8. What type of fruit is a cara cara navel?

9. How many Celtic languages are still spoken today?

10. In which US city did the first Starbucks open?

TIP OF THE

The best way to cook leafy, green veggies such as spinach and kale, is to stir fry them in just the water left over from rinsing. It works very well to steam them, and adds no fat!

ARIES: You may benefit from changing your lifestyle t o improve your physical and mental health. You’ll realise this after overdoing it. These changes may also have a positive impact on your work life.

TAURUS: You’ll be focused on your love life and may experience moments of intense happiness with your partner. If you’re single, you could meet your soulmate and quickly consider making a serious commitment.

GEMINI: A well-deserved raise will improve your financial situation. Your entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and imagination could lead you to start a successful home-based business.

CANCER: Minor changes to your appearance, like new clo thes or a new hairstyle, could boost your self-esteem. You’ll be able to stand out from the crowd and have a positive self-image.

LEO: Your attention to detail and eye for aesthetics w ill be heightened tenfold, inspiring you to reimagine your home decor. You may come upon an unexpected sum of money that will allow you to treat yourself.

VIRGO: Expressing yourself openly and honestly c ould increase your self-confidence. This may cause some jealousy but will also bring admiration. Others will notice your elegance.

LIBRA: Your artistic talents may help you secure a s econd source of income. Creating an exceptional work of art will be a gratifying achievement despite time constraints, and you’ll enjoy staying active.

SCORPIO: Be prepared for a demanding week as you adjust at work and home. Compromises will be necessary to restore harmony, and you’ll need to take action to restore balance among those closest to you.

SAGITTARIUS: It’s a great week to recharge your batteries, whether through massage therapy or taking some alone time to relax and rejuvenate. Take the time you need to restore your energy.

Being active in various groups will e xpand your social circle. Looking put-together will be vital to increasing your network and helping you connect with people who can benefit your career.

AQUARIUS: Delegating more tasks can reduce stress a t work and home. Avoid worrying excessively about your loved ones – trust your children to make their own choices.

PISCES: An extraordinary opportunity to travel will pr esent itself. However, the main challenge will be finding the time and money. Be patient and methodical in planning this incredible escape.

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1. Nellie Lovett, Johanna Barker and Judge Turpin are

characters from which musical?

CAPRICORN:

The luckiest signs

week: Aquarius, Pisces and Aries

WUMO

by Wulff & Morgenthaler

INSANITY STREAK

by Tony Lopes

OUT ON A LIMB

by Gary Kopervas

THE SPATS

by Jeff Pickering

WEEK

by JoAnn Derson

MORE Bush Brothers in Bourke

By Joanne Austen Brown

This week, Dubbo Photo News continues to bring you historic photos of “the Bush Brothers”, as they were known. The Brothers were part of the the Brotherhood of the Good Shepherd and provided community support around Western century. scenes including some of the Brothers crossing the to travel to and around Bourke at the time. This collection provides a great history of what the Brothers did and what life was like for everyone

Photos: Contributed

classifieds

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Notification of a Project Proposal and Registration of Cultural Heritage Interest

AREA Environmental & Heritage Consultants (AREA) are seeking expressions of interest from Aboriginal groups or individuals who hold specific cultural knowledge relevant to determining the significance of Aboriginal object(s) and/or place(s) and who wish to be consulted over a proposed Zone Substation south of Geurie NSW. The proposal will impact Lots 41 DP754313, Lot 1 DP665022, Lot 1 DP1186092 and Lot 2 DP1186092 within the Dubbo Regional Local Government Area.

AREA has been commissioned by Essential Energy to produce an Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment Report and prepare an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit.

The purpose of community consultation is to assist the proponent in identifying and describing the Aboriginal cultural heritage values within the Proposal area and aid in the preparation of an application for an AHIP that will assist the regulator in their consideration and determination of the application.

The contact details for the Essential Energy representative are:

Tim Haydon

Environmental Senior Specialist

Essential Energy

E: tim.haydon@essentialenergy.com.au

P: 0401 008 181

Stakeholders are asked to register their interest to be consulted for the proposal by contacting AREA:

Sarah Cooke

AREA Environmental and Heritage Consultants

72 Brisbane St, Dubbo NSW 2830

E: sarah@areaenv.com.au

P: 0408 367 306

The closing date for all submissions will be 19 September 2024.

If you are registering interest in the proposal your contact details will be forwarded to Heritage NSW and the Local Aboriginal Land Council unless you specify otherwise.

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Aerial Baiting Program

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is conducting a aerial baiting program that is scheduled from Monday, 9 September 2024 to Tuesday, 17 September 2024

Baiting is planned to occur in the following parks and reserves:

• Goonoo National Park

• Cobbora State Conservation Area

• Coolbaggie Nature Reserve

• Goonoo State Conservation Area

• Breelong National Park

The operation will involve the use of fresh meat baits containing 1080 control of wild dogs and foxes. The program is designed to minimise predator impact on wildlife, especially threatened species, and to minimise the impact of wild dogs and foxes on neighbouring stock.

Signs will be placed at the entry to the baiting location. Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW National Parks and Reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected (1080 is lethal to cats and dogs). Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance. Please

THE DIARY

ON THIS WEEK

Dubbo View Club: Cards and games, Dubbo RSL Club 1pm Friday 6th September. For more information contact Shirley on 0427822874.

COMING SOON

CPSA: The next meeting of CPSA Dubbo Branch will be held on Friday 13th September at the Dubbo RSL. Guest Speaker Shawn Graham will speak on Modern Military History – a lived experience. All welcome. Contact Barb - 0427251121

Dubbo Uniting Church: Round the Kitchen Table. Classic high tea event on Saturday 19 September from 2-4pm at the Wesley Community Centre. Entertainment, food, and display all included in the ticket: $20 available on 123 Tix.

Dubbo District Concert Band: Join the Dubbo District Concert Band on Sunday, November 17 for an afternoon of musical magic with their end of year concert to be held in the Dubbo RSL Auditorium. Doors open at 1:30pm, showtime 2pm. Entry is $5 at the door.

Geurie Lions Club Markets: Will be held on Saturday August 31, 2024. Commencing at 8:30am at Wise Park, Mitchell Highway, Geurie. Geurie Lions Club Markets require stall holders.

If you are thinking about having a garage sale or have unusual items to sell, why not book a stall.

Costs 3X3 $10.00, 6X3 $12.50, 6X6 $15.00, Tables $5.00. To book, phone Peter Perry on 68 466 353 or Email oldstation@skymesh.com.au

Dubbo & District Family History Society: Dubbo & District Family History Society presents Share Your Story.

Rachael Melhuish will tell us what she has learned about the impact of music on the wellbeing of WW1 soldiers. Everyone welcome: join us on Friday September 20 at 2pm in the Auditorium at WPCC. $8 towards room hire and refreshments. See us on Facebook!

Dubbo View Club: Lunch, Dubbo RSL Club 1pm Friday 16th September. For more information contact Shirley on 0427822874.

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, $22 insurance ($20, school students). Chris 6887 3413

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

Croquet: 8.15am 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

Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, corner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, Dvds and now board games with the money raised going to Charities that Club members choose.

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 Nepalese Christian Fellowship:

Send your community event info to diary@dubbophotonews.com.au or phone 6885 4433

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

Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair: Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, corner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, Dvds and now board games with the money raised going to Charities that Club members choose.

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.

Ladies Luncheon: Will be held Saturday September 7, 12 noon at the Zambrero. 177

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Macquarie Street Dubbo. Contact Bev on 68845401 by September 5, if interested. Orana Writers’ Hub: 1st Saturday of the month 10-1. Music Room WPCC 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: Wellington Lions Preloved Book Fair Thursday to Saturday 10am to 2pm, Western Gallery, corner Swift St and Mitchell Highway, Wellington. Preloved books, Jigsaw puzzles, Cds, Dvds and now board games with the money raised going to Charities that Club members choose.

SUNDAY

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

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

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

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

Dubbo Anglican Church: 10am, Trinity Kids Sunday School and family Communion service. Dubbo Baptist Church: 6pm, at 251 Cobra Street (next to Spotlight), during school terms. Come along and discover if church is still relevant in today’s world. Everyone is welcome. 6884 2320

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

Dubbo 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

The Write In: An opportunity for writers to sit in writerly companionship, writing. 3rd Sunday of the month. Dubbo library meeting room from 11.30.

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

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

MONDAY

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

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

Anglican Women’s Association: 5.30pm, at Holy Trinity. Dorothy 6884 4990. Australian Air Force Cadets 313 “City of Dubbo” Squadron: 6pm-9.30pm, Army Barracks (Cnr Kokoda Pl and Wingewarra St). NOW recruiting, 13 to 18 years, rewarding activities.

Dubbo Bridge Club: FOURTH Monday of the month, 10am-1pm, Bultje Street. $7 members, $9 non-members. Libby 0428 254 324.

Dubbo City Physical Culture Club: 4.30pm start, Wesley Community Hall, 66 Church St. Fun, affordable dance for girls/ladies, 4yrs and up, all fitness levels. dubbocityphysie@live. com.au

Dubbo Community Men’s Shed Inc: Mondays, 9am to 1pm and Thu/Sat 1pm to 5pm. Small joining fee after three visits. “All men are welcome.” Kevin 0427 253 445.

Dubbo 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.

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, Generosity Church 51 Sheraton Road Dubbo. Contact Anne Gemmell 0481396404. Depression Recovery Group: 10.30am, at the Catholic Parish Meeting Room, Brisbane St. Norm 6882 6081 or Sandra 0432 647 877

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 Marie Francis 0408845640. 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

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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 Reach Out & Discussion Group for people with Eating Disorders Expressions of Interest: Tuesdays. Venue TBA. Ph: 0455255137 after midday to express interest.

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, 10.30am-12pm, Venue changes each month. Louise or Emma 0412 706 785

Breast Cancer Support Group:

FOURTH Wednesday of every month, 10am, Baptist Church, Palmer Street, Community Health 5853 2545

Bric-a-brac sale, weekly - South Dubbo Veterans and Community Men’s Shed: 10am-12pm, Corner of Palmer and High Streets. Contact Barry on 0439 344 349

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

CWA Dubbo Evening branch: FIRST

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

CWA Narromine: SECOND

Wednesday of the month, 5.30pm, USMC. Carolyn 0427747478

CWA Terramungamine: SECOND

Wednesday of the month, 10am, Dubbo RSL Club. Barb 0427 251 121

CWA Wellington Branch: Second

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

Dementia Friendship Group: SECOND Wednesday of month, 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, 12:30pm to 1:30pm, 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

Survivors Of Suicide Bereavement Group: Wednesdays, by expressions of interest. Please contact 0455 255 137 after midday. Walter T. Grant Seniors Social Club: 9am-2pm, Scout’s Hall, Welchman Street. $8 per day. BYO lunch. Pre-lunch cards and games, post-lunch bingo. Jan Miller 0418 255 217 West Dubbo Rotary: 6pm, Club Dubbo, Whylandra Street West Dubbo Zumba Kids: 4.15pm, West Dubbo Primary Community Centre. A FUN dynamic class that keeps young bodies active, for kids aged 5 to 12. Gold coin

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By DAVID DIXON

Photos by KEN SMITH

LIKE most winter sporting codes, it is now the pointy-end of the season, with these recent pics from the semi-finals. Hockey is an unusual sport, in that it has traditionally been just as popular with men as with women, with these action and team shots from the EDH and Devils B-Grade Dubbo Hockey Women’s Competition and Premier League action.

EDH and Devils B-Grade Dubbo Hockey Competition teams get-together after a tight battle.

Congratulations to Dubbo Lions, who defeated Parkes 3-2 in their Premier League — Western Area semi-final clash in Dubbo recently.

Emily picks up the pace, and medals, at Road State Titles

Contributed by DUBBO CYCLE CLUB

DUBBO Cycle Club sent two riders – Emily Hines and Cooper Farr – to the Road State Titles in Tamworth over the weekend with both accompanied by their team and support staff.

They each competed in three events: the Time Trial, a race against the clock; the Road Race, a mass start event; and the Criterium, a circuit-based race.

First event was the time trial over set distances; 8km and 12km for both the Under 15s and Under 17s respectively.

Cooper Farr – a first-year Under 15 rider – faced-off against second-year competitors in a highly-competitive field, ultimately finishing 2:21 behind the leaders.

Emily Hines demonstrated the effectiveness of her coach’s training program, with a well-paced performance, securing a silver medal in the Under 17 Women’s 12km event, averaging just under 34 km/h.

In the afternoon, the Road Race took place, with Cooper in

the 36km race. Numerous attacks throughout the race made for a very fast-paced event, with Cooper finished alongside Orange rider Billy Yeo, securing 14th and 15th positions, marking a challenging day for the country competitors.

Emily also completed in the 54km Under 17 Women’s Road Race with a solo finish, earning the NSW Bronze medal for efforts in the blue-ribbon event. Lucy Allen from Illawarra won the event, while Elsie Apps, winner of the Time Trial from Goulburn, in second which made up the podium along with Emily.

The Sunday featured the Criterium event, held on the 2019-constructed Tamworth circuit, the Crit began with heats for the numerous Under 15s Men.

Cooper advanced to the final, ultimately finished with the field and in 17th place for the final sprint to the line.

Emily, competing otnce again against Lucy Allen and Elsie Apps in the Under 17 Women’s division, secured another bronze medal on the podium.

Emily is making an excellent account of herself at the State Titles and alongside her three-state gold and a silver on the track as

well as a national bronze, this season has been a resounding success for Emily and the Dubbo Cycle Club.

ARMSTRONG’S PUMPED BY THE WARMER WEATHER

Contributed by ‘PISTOL PETE’

NOBODY could compete with the Armstrong family who made the most of perfect conditions for a balmy spring Father’s Day roll as a total of 35 enthusiastic bowlers tested themselves.

It didn’t take long for the Armstrong duo, Sue and Frank, to flex their bowling muscle against Mary Perry and Julie Parsons with John Cle skippering the pair against old rival, Pete Ruzans.

Sue gave Mary a tough time, end-after-end, while Frank found a way of placing at least one bowl into a count position. Julie was often under pressure and overwhelmed by the tenacity of Frank’s continual high-performance. John and Pete had their own mini-battles, with John probably the one with the luck that made the difference of winning an end or not. By end 16, Sue and Frank with John scored a 14-6 win and received second place for the morning.

Many say when a bowler is “on-

song”, things happen. Pat Sherwin was that bowler in this game, ably assisted by Therese Gaio. Eric was happy to roll along with his team leading by five shots after eight ends.

After the break Di Hildebrant, Ross Paro and Graham Ross could not bank any shots, let alone multiples. The longer the game went, the less chances they had with Pat having one of her best games, Therese giving excellent support, and Eric easily consolidating the perfect recipe for success. Their 24-13 win clinched first place for the morning.

There was something strange that happened when John Zeb, Allan Stratford and Matt Quill rolled up eight shots to lead Leo Balstad, Shirley Marchant and Col Dover by two at the break.

Matt’s side extended their lead to four on end nine, but it was then the paranormal happened. From ends 10 to 15, Leo, Shirley and Col displayed an intent that left the others floundering. A total of 14 shots were gathered during the spree, leaving Matt and his side scratch-

ing their heads for an answer. They did claw back three on the last end, which may have been the result of the others resting after their six-end end flurry of shots, but the bird had flown and Leo, Shirtley and Col were basking in the afterglow, with a 20-13 win, third place and a magical “comeback” to brag about!

Brian struggled, managing just three single shots while Sue McCauley, Pete Bennison and Al Andriske brought their best. Showing little regard for their opponents, Al and his team powered to an eight shot lead and were never threatened, scoring a comfortable 17-10 victory.

In another game where one side dominated through the first half, Ros Joseph, Helene Emblen and Gordon Scott harvested 12 shots as Ron McCauley and Chris Strojny found the going a bit difficult, leaving Rob Pfeiffer to try to rescue situations too tough for him. Gordon’s strong intent left Rob chasing, but it was always going to be a thankless task - fi-

nal score 21-14.

Even when a swinger is employed, strange things can develop through 16 ends of bowls. Gary Huggins is well versed at swinging for a couple of teams that want to win.

He is wise enough to not be swayed by any offers! It was good to see Trish Gosper back on the greens. She and Mel Giddings had a pretty good first eight ends, scoring 10 shots from the five won.

Roger Sherwin and Ruby Stockings were just three shots back so the whole match boiled down to a second lot of eight ends. Was it an implosion?

Mel and Trish took five of those to find a solution to the nine shots they had given up and try to steal a win but when under that sort of pressure, things went wrong, the ”luck” disappeared and frustrations creeped in. Gary helped Roger and Ruby keep their cool, and to a win 19-14, a good comeback from three down to five-up.

Mudgee CHASING fairytale ending, after gutsy win over Dubbo CYMS

By GEOFF MANN

MUDGEE Dragons are just 80 minutes away from completing their Peter McDonald Premiership Dream after a stunning come-from-behind win over current premiers, Dubbo CYMS on the weekend.

Mudgee were already down 14-0 when former NRL prop and Mudgee star, Zac Saddler, was stretchered off with a horrific compound fracture to his leg.

The Dragons kept fighting back, however, and locked-up the scores 22-all until extra time. The local fans then fired-up with a converted try before sealing the win 29-22 with a field goal.

Mudgee now hosts Parkes in Sunday’s Grand Final after the Spacemen blasted off to score a 54-18 win over Bathurst St Pats.

This will be only the third time since 2001, that Dubbo CYMS First Grade side will not be running-out in the grand final! Bathurst Bulldogs made it three Blowes Cup Central West Rugby Union premierships in a row, downing Orange Emus in a high-scoring grand final.

The Dogs also won Second Grade and Colts. Dubbo Roos made it three Ferguson Cup women’s titles on the trot and added third grade however the Colts were no match for Bulldogs who completed an unbeaten season.

In Western Plains Rugby, the Bogan Bulls ended premier Warren Pumas season winning a close match 22-19. The Nyngan team meets Walgett Rams in this Saturday’s decider in Walgett. And the Dubbo Demons Women will look to defend their premiership in Bathurst on Sat. Macquarie United plays Orana Spurs in the Western Premier League Football elimination semi-final and Dubbo Bulls play Bath 75s to decide who hosts the grand final.

In hockey, Dubbo Lions Men have finished third in their return to the Central West comp after losing an entertaining final 4-3.

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Emily Hines. PHOTO: DUBBO CYCLE CLUB

Contributed By BRYSON LUFF

Photos by PETER SHERWOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

FOR the triumphant Coolah Kangaroos, it feels like the first time!

Having only this year returned to top-flight bush footie, the ‘Roos celebrated their comeback with an emphatic victory over the Cobar Roosters to claim the 2024 Christie and Hood Castlereagh League First Grade premiership.

Having beaten the ‘Roos just a couple of weeks ago in the major semi-final and playing on their beloved Tom Knight Memorial Oval in front of a huge number of Cobar supporters, the Roosters would have liked their chances of adding to their trophy cabinet going into Saturday’s Grand Final.

However, it was to be the visitors – who certainly also had their share of followers at the ground – that got away to great start after their centre, Josh Charles made a strong charge at the line in the sixth minute which attracted a number of defenders. His quick play-the-ball, allowed for a shift to his winger Jake Burgess, who was able to step inside a number of scrambling defenders, to go over wideout for a 4-0 lead.

Play then moved from end-toend with both sides constantly reverting from defence to attack, until Charles was able to spear over under the posts mid-way through the half to make it 10-0.

Not long after, a Rooster was dispatched to the sin-bin for holding a player down after the ‘Roos had made a long incursion into Cobar territory, and it didn’t take long for Coolah to take the advantage of having the extra man with front-rower Casey Burgess barging-over from close range and, with Dan Lane adding the extras, Coolah’s lead had ballooned out to 16-0!

Cobar steadied the ship to some extent, when their centre Nathan McAndrew benefited

from some nice ball-work out the back line to make it 16-4.

This seemed to lift the Roosters and, not long after a Coolah player was sin-binned with 10 minutes to go in the first half, they were in again when Tim Hillam, their second-rower, was able to force his way over and things were looking decidedly better for the home side with the scoreboard now reading 16-8.

However, they were not to go to the sheds at the break with the same score after Coolah’s Jayden Brown was able to ground a perfectly-placed grubber kick from Chanse Burgess out-wide and, with Lane landing the conversion from the sideline, the ‘Roos trooped-off with a very handy 14-point lead, the scoreboard reading 22-8.

The resumption of play included no further change to the score, until more than three-quarters of the game had elapsed. At that point Jake Burgess scored his second try after being on the end of a sweeping backline movement, but up until then, the two sides had again both been called on to pull-out some heavy defensive work at various stages.

With the scoreboard reading 26-8, the Cobar side’s play began to fall away, with their handling in particular becoming sloppy as they tried desperately to make some inroads into the Coolah defence.

Coolah’s captain, Chanse Burgess, put the icing on the premiership cake, when he scored with

four minutes remaining, Lane completing proceedings with a conversion and a final score of 32-8.

The win by the Kangaroos completed a remarkable year for the club, with their First-Grade side losing just the one game, that being to Cobar in the Major Semi. They also had their Ladies League Tag team, the Coolah Flyers, feature on Grand Final day, going down narrowly to the unbeaten Narromine Jets.

The Flyers were well in the contest with the score 4-4 at halftime and then 10-10 well into the second-half, until a Jet’s try with seven minutes remaining in the game breaking the deadlock and delivering them a 14-10 victory and back-to-back premierships.

The Youth League decider between the Cobar Roosters and the Gulgong Bull Terriers also featured a close and exciting game, with extra time having to be played after the two sides were locked together 12-12 at the end of regulation time.

In the end the home side just prevailed, winning 18-16 much to the delight of the vast Cobar crowd.

The opening game of the day saw the Gilgandra Panthers and the Baradine Magpies clash in Reserve Grade, with the Gilgandra side scoring four tries to three to come away with an 1814 win.

Individual players were recognised for their efforts throughout the year and in the grand finals.

SHAKESPEARE FUNERALS

Gilgandra’s Curtis Carr, for one, was named the Player of the Grand Final in the Reserve Grade, whilst Cobar’s young gun, Reece Josephson, won both the Castlereagh Youth League Player of the Year award as well as being named the Player of the Grand Final.

Shian Chatfield, from the Narromine Jets, was awarded the Castlereagh League, League Tag player of the Year award, whilst her teammate, Emily Edwards, was acknowledged as the Player of the Grand Final.

In First Grade, Coolah’s hard-running centre, Josh Charles, who has been a standout for his team throughout the semis, continued his good recent form and was awarded the Player of the Grand Final award, whilst Gulgong’s Brad James became the first player in the history of Castlereagh rugby league to win the Player of the Year Award for the third time.

Warren Bulldogs officials, could be looking next year to replicate the fairy-tale return of Coolah to the Christie and Hood Castlereagh League, after the Kangaroos won this year’s Grand Final.

Castlereagh League officials are eagerly looking forward to the 2025 season, which will begin in earnest when the AGM will be held in November, with a key item on the agenda, being an application from the local team to rejoin the competition after a number of years in recess.

CHRISTIE AND HOOD CASTLEREAGH LEAGUE GRAND FINAL SCORES

Played at Tom Knight Memorial Oval Cobar – Saturday, August 31

 Reserve Grade

Gilgandra Panthers 18 (George Alchin 2, Curtis Carr, Alex Sutherland tries, Sutherland goal) def Baradine Magpies 14 (Mark Martin, Liam Fernando, John Milgate tries, Fernando goal).

Player of the Grand Final: Curtis Carr (Gilgandra)

 Youth League Cobar Roosters 18 (Reece Josephson, Toby Greenwood, Jayden Paul tries, Tadgh McMullen 3 goals) def Gulgong Bull Terriers 16 (Kayden Whiley, Mason Hammond, Ben Hollis, Blake Power tries) in extra time (10 all at full time)

Player of the Grand Final: Reece Josephson (Cobar)

Christie and Hood Castlereagh Player of The Year: Reece Josephson (Cobar).

 League Tag

Nar romine Jets 14 (Shian Chatfield, Chloe McLean, Emily Fardell tries, Chatfield goal) def Coolah Flyers 10 (Brooklyn Blackadder, Mackenzie Blackadder tries, Lisa Jones goal). Player of the Grand Final: Emily Edwards (Narromine).

Christie and Hood Castlereagh League Tag Player of the Year: Shian Chatfield (Narromine).

 First Grade Coolah Kangaroos 32 (Jake Burgess 2, Joshua Charles, Casey Burgess, Chanse Burgess, Jayden Brown tries, Dan Lane 4 goals) def Cobar Roosters 8 (Nathan McAndrew, Tim Hillam tries).

Half Time Coolah 22, Cobar 8. Player of the Grand Final: Joshua Charles (Coolah)

Christie and Hood Castlereagh League Player of the Year: Brad James (Gulgong).

Good turn-up of players for Social Competition

Contributed by CLUB DUBBO

THERE was a good turn-up of players with results below for recent Social Bowls.

Tuesday Ladies Social Bowls for August 20, involved 24 Ladies on the synthetics with the winners Christine Castlehouse, Vicki Hummel and Judy Tighe defeating Gloria Young, Ruby Stockings and Laurace Lawson.

Runner Ups were Sue McCauley, Julie Brown and Annette McMillan defeating Sue O’Dea, Sue Armstrong and Karen Greenhalgh

In third place, Shirley Marchant, Colleen Ryan and Merrill O’Sullivan defeated Mary Perry, Cheryl Storch and Judy O’Connor

In Fourth, Kerry Dickson, Pat Sherwin and Geraldine Jasprizza defeated Veronica Morgan, Therese Gaio and Gaye Cottee

Lucky Draws went to Laurace Lawson and Cheryl Storch.

For Wednesday Men’s Social on August 21, winners were Barry Young, Wayne Thompson and Doug Back defeating Ron McCauley, Bryan O’Sullivan and Col Cottee

Runners Up were Gavin Cullen, Roger Sherwin and Ian Hobson defeating Paddy O’Dea, Eric Satchell and Neil Hayburn

In Third place, Paul Goodstat, Doug Aldis and Dennis Jasprizza defeated Dick Whitford, Ross Pharo and Mike Twohill

In Fourth, Paul Wooldridge, Alan Stratford and Tod O’Dea, defeated Alan Parker, Frank Armstrong and Greg Brown

In Fifth, Ron Anderson, Frank Seibert and Greg Hough defeated D McGrath, Col Teale and Steve Kelly

In Sixth Place, John Cole, Leo Balstad and Phil Knight defeated John Cole, Mel Giddings and Matt Quill ed

match.

Club Triples have been drawn so check for games. Those players involved in the deferred Pennant game, will have to reschedule

Ladies and Men’s Regional Triples are also up for nomination so

Sponsor of the Week was also Steel Supplies – Dubbo.

The 2024 Women's Fours Champions: Colleen Ryan, Sue O'Dea, Julie Brown, and Beryl Hobson. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Dunedoo’s Paralympian, Jamieson, already doing doing us proud!

By GEOFF MANN

HAVING this week bagged an amazing Silver at the Paris Paralympics in the Doubles with her teammate, Daniel Michel, Dunedoo’s Jamieson Leeson, has just recorded an historic day for Australian boccia.

Jami’s journey, however, always had a silver lining, ever since the 14-year-old Dunedoo High student, dreamed of playing sport with her friends; seven years later, Jami Leeson’s friends are wallowing in the Paralympic aura of their inspirational mate’s podium finish.

Jami’s mum Amanda, former teachers and friends had an early morning vigil at her old school to soak-up the atmosphere of the Parisian event.

The party was memorable for all the right reasons. Jami confirmed her World Boccia ranking in another mind-challenging performance. Her combination with a new ramp partner was testimony to hard work and tight teamwork.

Dan Michel also won silver. Now the Boccia genies will pull out their alchemy skills and transform silver into gold in the BC3 Pairs.

Jami has won heats

around the world with her courage and determination.

And, as Jami’s mural in her hometown says, she has already made us proud. With a condition called spinal muscular atrophy, Jami competes in Boccia, a specialist game based on the Italian game of Bocce, that has been modified for competitors with a degree of physical disability. Competing in wheelchairs, athletes throw, kick or use a ramp device, to propel leather balls as close as possible to a white ball called the “jack” with six red and six blue balls to indicate which team is playing.

Jamieson completed at the Tokyo Olympics with the Australian team at the sport, and In 2023, she (along with team-mate, Daniel Michel), was awarded the Sport NSW Team of the Year with a Disability

If you’re driving through Dunedoo, the home of the Black Swans, Hughie Bowman and Winx and the always smiling Jami LEESON. Her life size portrait adorns the eastern wall of the old Royal Hotel.

Congratulations Jami, Amanda and your huge band of supporters.

MAIN PHOTO: Jamieson is seen here with the mural painted in her honour, Dubbo Photo News sports editor, Geoff Mann, and her amazing Mum, Amanda! PHOTO: SUPPLIED INSET: Australian Jamieson Leeson is seen during the Women’s Individual - Boccia BC3 Gold Medal Match at Paris Arena in Paris, France, Monday, September 2, 2024 as part of the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games. PHOTO: AAP IMAGE/GREG SMITH

Norm hits 1500 swims in a “Ducks” milestone!

By GEOFF MANN

LAST Sunday was a special day for the Dubbo Ducks, when stalwart Norm Bahr, touched the wall to celebrate a monumental 1500 swims with the club.

Norm has been a valued member of the group, since arriving in Dubbo from Manly via Dunedoo Swans Rugby League in 1971.

The club also presented a cheque with money raised during the Legacy Carnival on the King’s Birthday Long Weekend.

In the first event on Father’s Day, the 25 metres freestyle,

Brian Schloeffel broke, despite having plenty of “schneaky” glances to stay with the pack!

Tom Gray grabbed first place, followed by Harry Gardiner, who couldn’t quite keep pace with the old grey fella’, but made sure he beat his older brother, Euan Gardiner, who came in third.

In the 2x25-metre Breastroke

Brace, Ron Everrett and Brian Schloeffel, finished first, Tom Gray and David Sparkes second, and Judy Walsh and Norm Bahr, filled the bottom step on the podium.

Mark Prentice then showed

By LANA EATHER

As the dust settles on another successful Dubbo Stampede, the committee, organisers and volunteers deserve a wellearned rest and recuperation before the preparation for the 2025 event begins. This year’s stampede had 1842 participants

898 people in the popular 5.3km Dingo Dash. The 42.2 kilometre marathon had three times as many competitors as last year’s race, with 108 people competing. The stampede also had 14 people with disabilities complete the 1km course, including people in wheelchairs and using mobility aids.

2024 marked the last stampede to be held at the Taronga Western Plains Zoo. Dubbo Stampede Committee shares:

“The zoo has been a fantastic location over the years for the stampede. We have loved the atmosphere and the unique opportunity to connect community health and wellbeing with the zoo as well as bring visitors to Dubbo. Zoo volunteers turn up year after year to help

his mettle in the 50-metre Back/ Breaststroke Medley, ahead of David Sparkes and Neil Harris.

Tommy G was also on fire in Sunday’s swim, before heading-off to Mudgee to support his beloved Dubbo CYMS Fishies in the finals.

Tom won all his heats for the four events to swim in the finals. His hard-work paid off in event four, another 25-Metre Freestyle where he came first, with Norm “baah” second, and Allan Quinn, thirrd.

Overall, another stunning morning at the RSL Pool for our Ducks.

Local girls picked in Country Under 18’s Girls Rugby team

TWO young ladies who are local to the Dubbo area – Phoebe Shearman and Abby Osborne – were recently selected in the NSW Country Under 18’s Girls Rugby team.

The young ladies will now play against the City team next Sunday in Bathurst as the only two players selected from the Central West for the team.

Both also played a role in the Roo’s third successive Amanda Ferguson Shield Central West Women’s premiership on Saturday as well.

supports Sing Out Choir

make our event a success behind the scenes and on the day… for that we are very grateful. Despite the zoo being unable to host us moving forward, we are excited to announce the Dubbo Stampede committee have already made plans for 2025! All events will still be held and the same great atmosphere will remain.”

The Dubbo Stampede is a notimprove the health and wellbeing of the community. Each year the Dubbo Stampede supports a with this year’s event supporting the Sing Out Choir. The choir is a Dubbo initiative established to open the doors to those with dementia through the power of song. Sing Out Choir Organiser Anne Gemmell says: “The rain did not dampen our spirits and we loved being a part of such a great event. With the generous support of the Dubbo Stampede, the Sing Out Choir will be able to continue their weekly sessions into 2025. For that, we are truly grateful.” Thank you to all involved in this wonderful event!

Milestone man Norm Bahr raises the bar with 1500 swims. PHOTO: SUPPLIED/FILE

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