The Hilltops Phoenix Issue 23

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Thursday 4 August 2016

ISSUE 23

IMAGE: Katrina Hodgkinson, middle dressed in red, with staff members, left to right, Gaenor Bingley, Frances Crowley and Margot Shannon, at her new office in Young. Photo: Joshua Matic.

Katrina Hodgkinson Happy to Call the Hilltops Home State Member for Cootamundra Katrina Hodgkinson said she is delighted to finally be in her new office after two years of negotiations.

Mrs Hodgkinson is now calling the Hilltops region home, after moving from her former office in Yass into her new one in Young last Wednesday.

Last year’s State Election saw some boundary changes for electorates across the state, with Mrs Hodgkinson’s former electorate of Burrinjuck having its boundaries adjusted and its name changed to ‘Cootamundra’.

Mrs Hodgkinson’s former Burrinjuck electorate incorporated Yass, but with the Cootamundra electorate not incorporating that town, she needed to find somewhere within her new electoral boundaries to set up an office.

She first started trying to organise this two years ago, when it was first announced the

electorate boundaries would be changed, but the State Government told her the office spaces she had been looking at were too small.

This forced Mrs Hodgkinson to stay in her Yass office a year and a half into her new term in Parliament, despite Yass no longer being a part of her electorate.

Her new office is located at 140 Boorowa Street in Young, with the space becoming available earlier this year, and the State Government approving it.

Mrs Hodgkinson said it was great to have closer access to the people of her electorate.

“It was highly inconvenient doing everything from Yass,” she said.

“It’s important to have the staff here in the electorate to deal with constituent enquiries.”

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More than one in 10 people in NSW are carers.

Carers can be anyone including parents, partners, brothers, sisters, friends, sons or daughters. They may provide regular unpaid support to those who need it because of disability, mental illness, chronic health conditions, frail age and dementia.

The Hilltops Council Carers Awards recognises carers who have made an exceptional contribution to caring.

You can nominate an individual for this award in 2016, ELIGIBILTY To be eligible for the Carers Award, nominees must be • Residents of Hilltops Council • Self nominations will not be accepted for individual awards • Sitting local, state and federal politicians and current vice-regal officers are not eligible • Retired politicians and vice-regal officers will be considered for caring work undertaken outside of their official duties • Nominees must not receive a wage or salary for their caring role, although they may receive a carers pension or allowance SELECTION • Nominations will be assessed by a formal selection panel convened by Hilltops Council • The panel’s decision is final and no correspondence or discussion will be entered into NOMINATIONS • Nomination forms must be completed Nominations forms can be obtained from: - Centrelink Office - Council Office in Young, Harden and Boorowa - Library Office in Young, Harden and Boorowa - Or off the website; www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au

Extraordinary Meeting Wednesday, 10 August 2016 Please be advised of an Extraordinary Meeting of Council to consider development matters. To be held Wednesday, 10 August 2016, commencing at 5.00pm. Hilltops Council Young Chambers, 189 Boorowa Street, Young Anthony McMahon General Manager

This is to advise that Council is in receipt of the following Development Application

Nominations are to be addressed to the General Manager, Hilltops Council, 189 Boorowa Street, Young or mail@hilltops.nsw.gov.au. Nominations Close Wednesday 21st September

PLANNED ROADWORKS FOR WEEK ENDING THURSDAY 11TH AUGUST 2016 The following works are underway in the Young Hilltops Council area: • Gravel resheeting at Douglas Gap Road, Swamp Road, Creamery Road and Calabash Road.

(Please contact Hilltops Council to arrange quotation and payment of all private works in these areas.)

• Whiteman Ave footpath construction.

• Traffic Islands at Boorowa Street (opposite Woolworths).

• Routine patching on local and regional roads as required due to weather conditions.

• Reactive maintenance weather permitting.

• Boorowa Road table drain maintenance at the Boorowa/Young boundary.

Speed restrictions will be in place and minor delays may be experienced. The planned roadworks is subject to change due to Council resources and weather conditions.

Motorists are advised Roadwork Speed Limits are enforceable by the NSW Police. Speed should be reduced and caution should be exercised when travelling through roadwork sites.

Tender 293 of 2016 PROVISION OF TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES This tender has been called to engage suitably qualified and experienced organisations for provision of traffic control services at various locations within the Hilltops local government area on an as needed basis Interested parties are required to register via the E-tendering Portal http://www.tenderlink.com/hilltops to download documents.

If you experience difficulties accessing the above website please call the Tenderlink helpdesk on 1800 233 533.

Contact: Andrew Griffith, enquiries to be directed through the Tenderlink Forum Closing date: 12 noon, Tuesday 16th August 2016.

Tender 295 of 2016 SUPPLY OF QUARRY MATERIALS This tender has been called to engage capable suppliers for the procurement of quarry materials for road and drainage construction and maintenance at various locations within the Hilltops local government area on an as needed basis Interested parties are required to register via the E-tendering Portal http://www.tenderlink.com/hilltops to download documents.

If you experience difficulties accessing the above website please call the Tenderlink helpdesk on 1800 233 533.

Contact: Andrew Griffith, enquiries to be directed through the Tenderlink Forum Closing date: 12 noon, Tuesday 16th August 2016.

PESTICIDE USE NOTIFICATION YOUNG AREA Planned pesticide use by Council works crews and contractors until week ending Thursday 18th August, 2016 will include the use of Round Up, Brush Off, Amitrol, Weedmaster, Dicamba, Grazon, Basta, Primo, MCPA and Broadstrike and Fusilade for herbicide control. Confidor for Aphid and Access for wild fruit tree control on: • All roads in Hilltops Council - Young area, Shire Parks, Ovals, Laneways and some town areas; • All Villages, Rest Areas and Reserves; and • Old General Cemetery Naturalure Fruit Fly Bait will be used in the above areas to target the control of fruit fly.

In accordance with Council’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan, signs will be provided on the vehicle applying the pesticide and signs will remain on-site to inform the public for 24 hours after spraying. For further information, please call Council’s Parks and Gardens Asset Planner on (02) 6380 1200.

The planned pesticide use is subject to change due to Council resources and weather conditions.

BOOROWA AREA The following areas will be sprayed with roundup in the Boorowa Local Government Area: • Boorowa Showground – Ballyryan Road • Boorowa Old Cemetery – Cemetery Road • Boorowa CBD – Marsden Street Spraying will be undertaken weather permitting within the next fortnight Anthony McMahon General Manager

No. 2016/DA-00117.

NAME OF APPLICANT: Andy’s Design & Drafting PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 259 Scenic Rd YOUNG NSW 2594 Lot 780 DP 665338

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Commercial Shed storage and preparation of goods (food) The proposed development is not a designated development, and Hilltops Council is the consent authority for this application.

The development application referred to in this notice and the documents accompanying the application, may be inspected at Hilltops Council offices, Town Hall, Boorowa Street, Young, Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., until Thursday 11 August 2016.

Any person may make a written submission to Council about the development application during this period. If a submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified in the submission.

Submissions on the proposal must be lodged in writing with Council prior to the close of business on Friday 12 August 2016 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT This is to advise that Council is in receipt of the following Development Application No. 2016/DA-00113.

NAME OF APPLICANT: Amalie Smith c/- Graincorp PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Lot 10 DP 1043555 35 Schillers Road, Milvale NSW 2594

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Industrial - install weighbridge, weighbridge hut and new grain bunker The proposed development is not a designated development, and Hilltops Council is the consent authority for this application.

The development application referred to in this notice and the documents accompanying the application, may be inspected at Hilltops Council offices, Town Hall, Boorowa Street, Young, Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., until Thursday 11 August 2016.

Any person may make a written submission to Council about the development application during this period. If a submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified in the submission.

Submissions on the proposal must be lodged in writing with Council prior to the close of business on Friday 12 August 2016 DEVELOPMENT CONSENTS ISSUED In accordance with the provisions of section 101 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and section 74 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, notification is given that the developments and/or modifications mentioned below have recently been granted consent.

The development consents are available for public inspection, during ordinary office hours, at Council Offices, Boorowa Street, Young.

2016/DA-00094 - Lot 331 DP 754576, 2924 Scenic Road, Wirrimah - To establish two (2) private burial plots on the property

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IMAGE: Katrina with Aboriginal Student of the Year Tori Apps.

Aboriginal Student of the Year Awarded The Aboriginal Student of the Year is a new annual award recognising young people who demonstrate leadership within their school and local community. In 2016, Young High School student, Tori Apps, was recognised for her active participation in Local Land Council, promotion and instruction of her language and culture to other students along with being looked upon as a respected young leader.

Celebrating Our Local Council Local Government Week sees community events held across The Hilltops region from August 1st – 7th and everyone is welcome to participate. This years’ theme, ‘Our Council, Our Community’ highlights how councils are connected to their communities, and the services they deliver every day that make a difference to peoples’ lives. Councils own and manage a number of different local facilities including sports grounds, skate parks, swimming pools and deliver services such as waste management, water and sewerage and environmental management. For more information on Local Government Week please visit: www. lgnsw.org.au/events-training/local-government-week Donate Life Week It is important to know the wishes of your loved ones when it comes to organ donation. Donate Life week (held 31 July – 7 August 2016) provides a timely reminder to discuss organ donation with family and friends, ensuring they are aware of

your final decision. Organ donation is a very rare event, with only one per cent of deaths occurring in circumstances that allow organ donation to take place. To register and for more information, visit go to www.donatelife.gov.au

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FROM THE HILLTOPS ADMINISTRATOR Wendy Tuckerman

Over the past two weeks, Hilltops Council Administrator Wendy Tuckerman and General Manager Anthony McMahon have visited fifteen communities within the region to explain the guidelines for the Stronger Communities Fund. The community forums afforded residents and community groups an opportunity to engage with Council and put forward

ideas to shape the development of their communities.

The Stronger Communities Fund is a joint initiative between the NSW Government and Hilltops Council with grants of up to $50,000 available for incorporated not for profit community based organisations and Section 355 Committees of Council with up to $1 million available under the program.

“This is a great opportunity for community groups to work together with Hilltops Council to deliver important local projects that will make a real difference to our community.

There are some terrific initiatives throughout the Hilltops region, in the town centres and smaller villages and I encourage all eligible

organisations with a top project in mind to submit an application,” Member for Cootamundra, Katrina Hodgkinson said.

Community groups across the Hilltops are demonstrating strong levels of interest in the Fund. Project suggestions may include upgrades of club facilities, funding of sporting or playground equipment, and projects that will improve the delivery of community services.

Applications will close on 19th August at 5.00pm. Application packages can be found on the Hilltops Council website: www.hilltops. nsw.gov.au or by contacting Leanne Leihn (Special Projects Officer) at the Boorowa office on P: 6380 2000 or via email at leanne. leihn@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.

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IMAGE: A group of students at the opening of St Mary’s Primary School’s Wiradjuri Garden last Thursday.

St Mary’s Wiradjuri Garden St Mary’s Primary School has celebrated NAIDOC Week by officially opening its Wiradjuri Garden at the school.

NAIDOC week celebrated nation-wide the week of July 3-10, but as this was during the school holidays, St Mary’s celebrated it last week.

Director of Catholic Education for the Canberra and Goulburn region, of which Young is included in, Mrs Nadjecki, visited St Mary’s last Thursday to host a special assembly to open the garden.

The garden design includes the representation of the three major rivers in the Wiradjuri region, which are the Murrumbidgee, Lachlan and Macquarie Rivers.

‘Wiradjuri’ means ‘land of three rivers’.

With the Wiradjuri territory being a large area of grass and woodlands, the garden was also designed to include those features.

“The Wiradjuri people were skilled in hunting, gathering and fishing; they showed a lot

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of respect to the land and the environment and the garden was created to express our respect and gratitude for the Wiradjuri people and their way of life,” St Mary’s Principal Louise Grant said.

“Each class decorated a stone with symbols of the Wiradjuri territory and culture, such as animals and tools used for hunting.

These stones were placed in circle formations in the garden to the represent Wiradjuri communities.”

The ‘Little Irribins’, a group of students with Indigenous heritage, and Mandy Williams, who designed and built the garden, explained the significance of it to Mrs Nadjecki during her visit.

After the assembly, each student then decorated their own small stone back in their classrooms.

The stones will be kept in a special place in each room as a reminder of the Wiradjuri people.

The Young Hospital Auxiliary Soup Day was a huge social and financial success, thanks to the public who attended the event that was held at the Town Hall Young, on 1st August, 2016.

Almost 150 people purchased lunch and were able to sit and relax, talking with friends and enjoying a delicious meal, all while helping to raise funds for the Young Hospital.

People were able to choose from a variety of tasty soups and there was a delicious spread of slices and cakes. Not only did members generously set up, cook and serve, there were several other helpers on the day who came together to join the team of the Auxiliary assisting in various ways, such as donating vegetables, cooking and other general duties that needed to be done.

President, Janice Ward, was delighted with the community and business support, including that of publicity, donations of raffle goods and vegetables.

When all the final proceeds are counted from the lunch and raffle sales, they will be used to buy much needed equipment for the Young Hospital.

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IMAGE: Gabriel Cusack, Tom Corcoran, Margot Gregory enjoy the fundraiser held at the Boorowa Ex-Services Club last Saturday night, to celebrate the 20th birthday of the Boorowa Hospital. Photo: Supplied.

Boorowa Hospital Holds Birthday Celebrations in Style The Boorowa Hospital celebrated its 20th birthday in style last Saturday at a fundraising function held at the Boorowa Ex-Services Club.

A champagne and canapé evening was held, with numerous items of sports memorabilia also being auctioned off.

The auction was the main fundraiser, however funds were also raised from door fees from the function, as well as personal donations.

The event was created to celebrate the hospital’s 20th birthday and to raise funds for the Boorowa Hospital Auxiliary.

In total, more than $5000 was raised, which will be used by the Auxiliary to fund new equipment for the hospital.

Auxiliary President Judy McGuinness said it was great to see the people of Boorowa come out to support their local hospital for the occasion.

“The Boorowa Hospital Auxiliary would like to thank the public for coming out and supporting

the hospital. It was a very successful, happy, friendly and fun evening, and the auction went really well. We managed to sell all the sports memorabilia,” she said.

Former Boorowa Mayor Rob Gledhill and former Boorowa Hospital board member Chris Corcoran were guest speakers at the function.

Mr Gledhill was the Mayor at the time the original Boorowa Hospital burned down, and spoke about his endeavours to secure funding from the State Government to build a new hospital.

Mr Corcoran played a major role in re-planning the new hospital, and spoke about how the former board put their plan together.

Boards for rural hospitals have since been abandoned.

Meanwhile, the Boorowa Hospital Auxiliary will be holding a meeting at the Ex-Services on August 26, starting at 2pm. The public is invited and welcomed.

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IMAGE: A map of the Graincorp Grain Receival Site in Cunningar, near Harden.

Cunningar Grain Receival Site to Get a Facelift The Cunningar Grain Receival Site near Harden is set to get an upgrade worth more than $8 million, with works to the Graincorp site to start in February next year.

The project is being supported by corporate, government and community funding, and should be completed around October next year.

With the Hilltops Region being one of the biggest wheat growing areas in Australia, this project will be a massive coup, and is expected to give the region competitive access to lucrative export markets that will deliver significant benefits to the region.

Funding from three different areas is being brought in to make the project possible, with Graincorp contributing $3.6 million, the Federal Government’s National Stronger Region’s Fund putting in $2.5 million, and another $2 million being sourced from the community and local grain growers.

As well as benefitting the local grain market, the project will have many benefits for the local economy and community.

It will create more than 20 construction jobs, boost the economy through increased commercial activity, and create 10 seasonal harvest jobs.

The project will also see 4,000 less return truck journeys from site to port, and provide a $10 per tonne freight benefit to growers.

The Graincorp site upgrade will start with rail upgrades, which will involve an increase in axle weights to 25 tonnes from 19 tonnes, the reinstatement and extension of existing sidings, and the construction of new sidings.

Construction of garner bin and spout to load trains at 1000 tonnes per hour will then begin, as well as the construction of inter connecting conveyors from existing storage to new load points, and upgrades to site traffic infrastructure.

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Local stock worker and Chalker Pastoral Services owner, Brent Chalker, says his approach to stock handling, adopting practices and technologies is what puts him in front of other stock workers in the Hilltops region and across NSW. Mr Chalker started the business four years ago, and initially ran it part time whilst he was still working on a merino stud, where he crutched and marked lambs, and managed properties on weekends and after hours.

He has always had a passion for the country, and has always worked in agriculture.

After growing up on his grandparents’ property in the Southern Highlands, he completed a trade and became a qualified plumber.

He had always wanted to work on his family’s farm, but this wasn’t viable at the time.

He became a Jackeroo, and then worked as an overseer on a Merino stud, which exposed him to a wide scope of work.

He assisted in the running of what he said was a “progressive stud and commercial livestock trading operation”.

He started Chalker Pastoral Services initially as a source of secondary work, however the workload increased greatly, so he made the choice to pursue self employment full time.

“Handling large numbers of stock on my own, I saw the need in the industry for skilled labour and have drawn on my experience to provide a service that helps producers,” he said.

“My businesses adaption to modern technology also allows us to work effectively and efficiently.”

“We travel all over the state as well to provide our services. For example in April, we were in Warren for two weeks mustering and processing ewes for PARAWAY, and then we went to Bombala for the next two weeks foot paring for a wool producer there.”

Mr Chalker said he enjoys working with stock and understanding them, while knowing what to do to get the best result.

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400+kg 310-363c/kg Cows........................ 520+kg 236-283c/kg Bulls........................ 600+kg 220-279c/kg FORBES SHEEP SALE 2nd August 2016 Lambs.....................20.1-22kg $132-$148

22.1-24kg $144-$165

24.1-26kg $150-$178 Hoggets..................... 22.1kg+ $114-$136 Ewes.......................14.1-18kg $58-$76

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Highly Productive Business and Home Raine & Horne Young’s property of the week is a well established highly productive cherry orchard approx. 100 acres in size. The property has been rigorously transformed into an efficient and commercial scale modern enterprise. Strategically located in the highly regarded horticultural and viticultural Hilltops region in southern NSW, the property is 15 minutes to Young, 4 hrs to Sydney and 1.5 hrs to Canberra. It is divided into 9 sections consisting of 13,000 cherry trees of which 6,100 are fully mature with potential to increase production by future planting’s. This impressive holding comes with an excellent range of improvements including a new 3 bedroom, open planned home with 10 kilowatt solar power system, office, seasonal workers quarters and amenities.

There is a substantial packing/machinery shed incorporating a cool room and storage shed while the property is equipped with

all necessary working water infrastructure including an automated irrigation system and dam with 61 meg licence. The vendors have established local and export markets for their cherries and have implemented efficient operating systems making it easy to operate this profitable business as it is today. Contact Jim Cusack on 0412823607 for full particulars.

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Here a few tips for you when selling your home.

1. De-Clutter – One of the main points that add to the “cluttered look” is large amounts of furniture. Think about what you can really live without. Would the house look larger with half as much furniture?

2. Transform that space – Is there a place in your house that is currently a wasted area for you, but to someone else could be a reading nook, study area or even a cosy snug? Move your furniture around and create obvious flows to your areas and you may just transform that little corner in to your selling point.

3. Time to paint? – A tip for painting to make a room look larger is to match the colour of paints on the walls that have flow through areas in to another space. If your kitchen and dining room are situated together, use the same colour to create the sense of space. Designers also recommend to increase the size of a smaller room to match the colour of your walls to your drapery to take your room to a new level of sophistication.

4. Threes not a crowd – When it comes to placing accessories, odd numbers are preferable, especially in groups of three. Designers suggest to place your accessories in a triangle shape and group textures, colour or shapes for a unifying look and vary heights of the items for maximum effect.

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Rural Roundup Grass Tetany/Transit Tetany With a few cases of grass/transit tetany reported in both cattle and sheep lately, it is timely to consider our options. There have been reported cases of hypomagnesmia in lambs. Also, be careful of bringing stock from areas that are less fortunate than ours at the moment. Give them time to properly adjust, provide them with good quality roughage so they do not gorge feed on arrival to their new home. Remember prevention is always far better than cure.

Grass tetany is most common in lactating beef or dairy cows, but can affect all classes of stock. Grass Tetany is also known as hypomagnesaemia.

Cause: • Low magnesium levels in the blood and fluid surrounding the brain.

- High potassium and nitrogen interfere with magnesium absorption in the rumen - Cattle depend on frequent intake of magnesium to maintain normal blood levels.

Prevention & Management: • Pasture management - If possible remove stock from problem paddocks until the pasture is more mature.

- Speak to a Landmark agronomist regarding fertiliser practices in problem paddocks.

•F eed management - Provide good quality legume hay to provide a source of calcium & magnesium.

•S upplement magnesium - Sodium is necessary for magnesium absorption, therefore salt should be included when supplementing magnesium.

• 4 Season Co. MMM block - Contains Magesium, Minerals and Molasses for palatability and better intake.

Contact Landmark Young.

McLachlan Groups Bull Sale The McLachlan Group bull breeding business will be holding its annual bull sale at the ‘North Logan’ property on North Logan Road, Cowra, on August 10.

The sale will feature 35 Angus bulls, 20 Charolais bulls and 2 Poll hereford bulls, with this sale being the first time the McLachlan Group has sold Poll hereford bulls.

The business mostly sells cattle directly to meat works businesses, but hosts its big annual sale once per year.

Mr Miller said the quality and performance of McLachlan Group’s bulls meant its bulls were very valuable.

“Our bulls are of the highest quality, which means our buyers get the best grass fed beef they can,” he said.

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Think you’ve seen something a little different on Boorowa Street in Young recently? Well you certainly have. Judges Pharmacy is now The Bush Chemist! The pharmacy has officially rebranded itself, and its new signs were put up recently. Make sure you get down there to see what the re-branded pharmacy has to offer.

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Harvey Norman Young is now protecting everyone’s homes from the threats that be, with a large range of Swann security cameras in stock. Pictured is the Swan Pro Series DVR 8-1580, which comes with six cameras, two extra camera channels, one terobyte of memory space, and can stream live videos to your mobile phone or tablet!

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Words You Should Never Use in Insurance: Here are common “wrong words” that could slow down or impede an otherwise legitimate insurance claim.

‘Sorry’ - Don’t Assume anything - Without sounding insensitive, try to avoid saying “I’m sorry” because it can be interpreted as an admission of fault. Describe what happened to the best of your ability and stick to the facts.

‘In my opinion’ - Don’t offer your opinion.

Just give the cold, hard facts. . . . Don’t say, ‘I think,’ ‘I feel,’ ‘I felt.’ No touchyfeely stuff. For example, following a car accident, people can rarely provide an accurate estimate of the rate, speed and flow of traffic. Unless you were staring at the speedometer, you don’t know how fast you were going.

‘Flood’ - Policyholders often use the “F” word inappropriately, and it can trigger an alarm with insurers since flood damage (as we have seen in the media of late) is not covered under many standard home policies. To an insurance company, “flood” means water from a nearby lake, stream, river or other body of water.

Many people believe their house is flooded because it’s full of water - but it’s not a flood by the insurance definition.

If your water damage did not come from an overflow of a nearby lake, stream, river or other body of water, don’t even say the word “flood.”

If your house is filled with water due to a burst pipe, it’s not considered a flood.

When making an insurance claim, what you say can mean the difference between fast payment and a nightmarish process.

Insurance companies are sensitive to certain words. Of course, lying to your insurance company or misrepresenting facts is fraud and your claim will surely be denied if the insurer finds out. But using the right words to accurately describe your problem is important.

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6 Aug

Young & Region Farmers Markets. Markets starting at 9am and finishing at 12pm at Anderson Park near the Railway station. Buy fresh straight from the producers. Local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods. For any enquires call: 0439 638 233.

11 Aug

Ladies Day - Young Community Hub from 9am - 3pm. Young Services Club, 42 Cloete Street. $15 per person. This is a day for all ladies out there; a pamper and relaxed day. There will be great food, entertainment, guest speakers, and pamper stalls; massages, nail parlour and more, as well as lucky door prizes. This is the 4th year running, and is an enjoyable day for ladies in the Hilltops region to feel pampered come along and have an enjoyable day. For further information contact Naomi Peters on 6382 6328.

13 Aug

Uniting Church Monthly Markets. From 8.00am - 1.00pm at the Uniting Church Hall and Grounds, Cnr Lynch & Cloete Streets, Young. There will be something for everyone: a variety of stalls, handmade craft items, plants and light refreshments. For more information, please contact 6382 1519.

18 Aug

Morning Melodies - Hovert Gonzales Beautiful melodies with a guitar will be played. This event commences at 10:30 am in the Young Services Club Auditorium and costs $5 for adults and $2 for children.

19 Aug

Young Regional School of Music presents Soprano Vocalist Simone Easthope and Pianist Benjamin Moser.

“Pictures and Impressions” Concert. All the way from Germany, Simone and Benjamin bring a colourful ambience to their performance. Presenting collections of works from Schumann, Debussy, Gershwin and Mussorgsky, it will be an experience not to be missed. It will be on the 19th of August at 7pm at the Young Regional School of Music. Tickets are $25 from YRSM and M&M’s Music Studio.

20 Aug

Art workshop - soapstone sculpture Tutor: Louise Adams Date: Saturday 20th August, 2016. Time: 9.30 for 10am start Duration: Six hours Venue: Art Room, Southern Cross Cinema Hall Complex, (rear gate entrance) Cost: $60, $55 for Y.S.A. members Soapstone, oil, sandpaper and some tools will be provided. This six-hour workshop includes a general introduction to the carving of soapstone. Louise will suggest a simple design or help you explore the possibilities of your own ideas. You will develop a working knowledge of the material, tools, safe handling issues and methods used to complete a carving. Find out what you need to bring when you complete your booking with Heather or Bev on 6382 3268 or 6382 1712.

20 Aug

National Family History Month Open Day - Margaret Newcombe Room, 2 Campbell Street, Young. From 9:00am to 3:00pm. Phone: 02 6382 4045. Email: youngfamilyhistory@bigpond.com. Website: www.youngfamilyhistorygroup.com.

27 Aug

Rotary Markets Boorowa. The markets start at 9am and finish at 2pm every fourth Saturday of the month at the Old Court House Grounds near the Post Office. The cost is $10 per stall. For any enquires call Jayne Apps on 0428 622 755.

27 Aug

Fashion Parade and High Tea. The Harden Murrumburrah Historical Society & Museum invites you to a Fashion Parade and High Tea. Period costumes will be made by Margaret Thornhill, and golden gowns will be made by Pam Holding. Saturday 27th August, 2016. Mechanics Institute, Harden. 2.00pm - 4.30pm. $20 per person (includes High Tea). For bookings contacts Lorraine Brown at the West End Gift Shop on 6386 2555, or email mhbljb@gmail.com.

Clothing on display from Murrumburrah Museum. There will be a variety of Stalls in the hall.

28 Aug

Wombat Bush Poets. From 7pm. Wombat Hotel, Wombat. The event will be an “open mike session”. Enjoy a good night of poetry and yarns. Beginners are welcome, so bring your poetry and “have a go.” You’re welcome to bring your fiddle, harmonica, squeeze box, or banjo, and we many even have a sing along. For more information call Greg on 6382 2506.

03 Sep

The Young Society of Artists exhibition with artist Kathleen McCue. This exhibition brings together a variety of artworks including paintings, sculptures and mixed media in an inspiring show. Not to be missed! Opening Saturday 3rd September, 11am at the Burrangong Art Gallery, Young Visitor Information Centre.

03 Sep

Young & Region Farmers Markets. Markets starting at 9am and finishing at 12pm at Anderson Park near the Railway station. Buy fresh straight from the producer’s, including local fruit, vegetables, plants, wine, honey, goats milk products and baked goods. For any enquires call 0439 638 233.

10 Sep

Uniting Church Monthly Markets. Time: 8.00am - 1.00pm. Venue: Uniting Church Hall & Grounds, Cnr Lynch & Cloete Street. Something for everyone; a variety of stalls, handmade craft items, plants and light refreshments. For more information, please contact 6382 1519.

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A St Mary’s Catholic School student paints an Aboriginal design for the official opening of the school’s Wiradjuri Garden last Thursday.

Group of students at the opening of St Mary’s Wiradjuri Garden last Thursday.

Sandra Latham and Lyn Freudenstein Serving Soup at The Young Hospital Auxiliary Soup Day.

Lyn Freudenstein, Frank Baker and Wendy Bauer at The Young Hospital Auxiliary Soup Day kitchen.

Nita Russell, Janice Hunter, Lorraine Chandler and Marianne O’Toole In The Young Hospital Auxiliary Soup Day kitchen.

Director of Catholic Education for the Canberra and Goulburn region, which Young falls under, Mrs Nadjecki, officially opens St Mary’s Wiradjuri Garden last Thursday.

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Lions Club of Young Inc Mini Lotto Results Our Mini Lotto was drawn last night 28th July 2016 at Young Bowling Club The Winning Numbers were: 11-2-10-9-14-4 There were no winners of 6 numbers And There were 6 winner of 5 numbers Next Week the lotto Jackpot for winning 6 numbers will be $10,000.00 And The Lotto Jackpot for winning 5 numbers will be $154.00. Next Draw is Thursday 4th August 2016 and will be drawn at the Young Bowling Club. Mini Lotto Quick Pix tickets are sold at various outlets including the S&C Club, IGA, Woolworths, South West Slopes Credit Union and some hotels by Lions Members with the distinctive yellow box.

Note: 1st reserve 6 number pool is $10,000 2nd reserve 6 number pool is $2,537

Hilltops residents now have their chance to snap up the pick of seats at the 2016 Schools Spectacular, Australia’s most popular annual variety show, for tickets just released to the public on the www.ticketek.com.au website.

Last week it was announced that 31 Western NSW schools will be part of the amazing show that will feature a 2,700 strong choir; 2,300 dancers; an 80 piece symphony orchestra; a world-class stage band; along with a select number of outstanding solo performers (known as Featured Artists).

2016 marks the largest event in the 33-year history of this popular extravaganza that will be held on Friday and Saturday, 25 and 26 November at a brand new venue Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park.

Students from Murrumburrah Public School, Wallendbeen Public School and Young Public School will be amongst the performers from more than 426 metropolitan, regional, rural and remote schools from across NSW. The School Spectacular will showcase the vibrant talents of students from varying ages, cultures, skills and socio-economic backgrounds that together unite as NSW public schools.

The Show’s Creative Director Sonja Benson said this year’s outstanding auditions indicate that the bigger show at the new Olympic Park venue will be simply amazing.

“For proud parents, grandparents and family members the Schools Spectacular is a mustsee, but I’d also encourage groups of friends and community organisations to consider an inspirational trip to enjoy this unique heartwarming show.”

Where: Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park When: Friday 25th November 11am and 7:30pm Saturday 26th November 1pm and 7pm Bookings: www.ticketek.com.au or phone 132 849

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Hilltops Baseball to Launch The Hilltops Sport Group Incorporated are pleased to announce the official launch of the Hilltops Baseball Association, the newest all-inclusive sporting association to launch in the Hilltops Shire region.

The Hilltops Baseball Association will be launching in the later part of the 2016 calendar year with the launch of the Aussie T-Ball Program, an initiative to introduce children aged between 6-11 to the game of Baseball through an all-inclusive, fun, exciting and skill developing game of T-Ball.

Affiliated with the Australian Baseball Federation (‘ABF’) and Baseball New South Wales (‘BNSW’), and in partnership with Domestic Australian Baseball League (‘ABL’) franchises the Sydney Blue Sox and

Canberra Cavalry, the ten-week program will launch this upcoming October and run through to the later part of December.

The advantage of the Aussie T-Ball Program is that the participants of each team (six) receive the opportunity to field in each position on the field rotating from Catcher to first base, out-fielder, second and third base.

While also receiving the opportunity to hit from the tee at every position throughout the six-inning a side game which takes approximately an hour to play, when the competition launches on Friday afternoons during the summer months.

All participants will receive an Aussie TBall participation pack, supplied through the

ABF and BNSW, as well as receive a Hilltops Baseball shirt on loan for the season.

Due to this being the inaugural season of the competition, which will be played each Friday afternoon at Young’s Sawpit Gully Oval from 4pm during the competitions period, the Hilltops Baseball Association have taken the opportunity to restrict the participation numbers to just thirty-six (36) to ensure that all participants have the developmental capabilities that are on offer from our highly trained coaches and officials.

Therefore parents and caregivers are encouraged to register their children early in order to avoid disappointment of missing out once registrations officially open this upcoming Monday.

The Young Cherrypickers will be aiming to finish the 2016 Group Nine season in the top three, and coach Neil Thorman said they would focus on winning their last two games to give them a chance.

While they will be relying on the Albury Thunder to beat the Junee Diesels this weekend, Thorman said his side’s destiny will still mostly be in its own hands, and said they could not afford to be complacent against the 10th-placed Tumut Blues in Tumut this Sunday.

Thorman said his men had plenty to work on in attack after suffering their first loss on over three months last Sunday at Alfred Oval to Gundagai, 20-6, but also said there were plenty of positives to take out of the match.

He said his men needed to work on their attacking structure against Tumut on Sunday.

“We started the Gundagai game well but lost our way in the second half,” he said.

“We conceded some penalties and made some errors, but we were also impatient with our attack, especially in our own 20 metres.

We put ourselves under too much pressure.”

However, Thorman said that despite losing to the second-placed Gundagai, he was very happy with his men’s effort to compete physically with a stronger side.

“It was our biggest game of the season, and I was very pleased with our defensive effort and competing with a top team,” he said.

“We lead Gundagai 6-2 early in the first half

which was a positive sign, but we just let them back in the game.”

The Cherrypickers will prepare for a tough final round match against third-placed Junee the following weekend, and should Albury beat Junee this weekend, and with Young currently sitting in fourth position, it will be the battle for third spot.

The Gundagai Tigers and Wagga Wagga South City are too far in front for the Cherrypickers to have a crack at the top two, but sitting in fourth position on 23 points, and having Albury right behind them on 22 points, they must win their remaining games to guarantee a top four position.

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Max Hardman and Pat Hewen on 60- 50 1/4, 2nd placing to Scott Bennett & Brian Hearne 64/53 & 3rd spot awarded to Brian Hearne & Neil Cawthorne 65/53. Birdie winners were Pat & Max 3, Scott & Brian 3 and gobbles to Pat & Max 4, Robert Norton & Lindsay Sheather 1, Max Hall & Barry Hazelgrove 1, Scott & Brian 1. Max Hardman was the lucky raffle winner. Sunday is the 5th round of the Corbett Tyre & Battery Competition and the monthly medal. Here’s hoping the weather

will be a little finer. Happy Birthday to Louise McKnight for Sunday. Enjoy your golf!

Cherrypickers to Aim for Top Three

This Week at Tipperary Golf Club A full week of golf was enjoyed by members. Max Hardman won Tuesday’s 9-hole comp on 34/25 and runners up went to Brian Wall with 38/28. Max Hardman had the only gobble. Thursday’s 18-hole comp attracted 8 players. Bill Foreman was first with 72/55 and Scott Bennett 2nd place with 82/62. Gobbles to Brian 1, Bill Foreman 1, Barry Hazelgrove 1. Sunday was a 2 person Ambrose event in the Corbett Tyre and Battery Competition. The winning pair were

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HILLTOPS REGION SPORT dell, and the coach’s 3,2,1 points awards went to Ross Everdell, Julian Roles and Mick Hudson. “The first 10 minutes didn’t look promising but we stuck to our game plan, we dominated the scrums and created space for the backs. We’ve got strong training drills planned for this week. We’ve been branded as the underdogs of the competition which is fine with us, and we welcome the other teams underestimating our strength as a unit,” said Coach Tom Wills.

Yabbies Seconds Keep Finals Dream Alive

IMAGE: The Young Yabbies take on the Queanbeyan Whites at Viking Park in their semi-final last Saturday.

On a sunny Sunday morning in Canberra the Young Yabbies second grade side took on the Queanbeyan Whites in the minor semi-final in the John I Dent Cup First Division. The first blood went to the Whites, who took an early penalty goal to lead 3-0. Young were quick to hit back after a well-placed penalty kick earned good field position. From the lineout the ball was spread wide to fullback James Maloney who split the defence to score what looked like an easy try to lead 5-3. Maloney was the next to score after the Yabbies’ forwards worked the ball up the field, drawing Whites players towards the ruck, and creating room for the backs. Maloney scored a try and the conversion meant the Yabbies lead 12-3. Pete Maher showed great skill again with the boot, consistently pinning the opposition down in their own

22, and after more forward phases the backs capitalised, with Julien Roles crossing just wide of the post, for a converted try to take the lead to 16 points.

During halftime the Yabbies were told to make their tackles stick and to keep asking questions of the opposition’s defence.

Soon after half time Ross Everdell created his own space, steaming through a gap in the defence, and crossed over to widen the gap to 26-3 with a converted try. The Yabbies were tested a number of times for the remainder of the game with the Whites crossing three times to bring the score to 20-26. It wasn’t enough though, with the Yabbies holding on to secure the win and a place in the major semi-final next Saturday against the Western Districts Lions.

The players’ player award went to Jack Ever-

This Week in Hilltops Bowls News New members welcome Young Women’s Bowling Club have some good players but each and every one of them would be more than happy to give their time to help new bowlers get started.

Anyone interested is invited to come along on any Social Day and join in. Clothes are ‘Smart Casual’, shoes need to have a flat sole to protect the greens and bowls are available at the clubhouse.

So what’s stopping you?

Dates to remember

Monday 8 August – MONTHLY MEETING 10 am Start Tuesday 9 August – Ladies Social Bowls Tuesday 16 August – Cootamundra Ex Services WBC Triples Medley.

Tuesday 23 August – Ladies Social Bowls

Thursday 25 August – Entries close for Club Triples Championships

Wednesday 31 August – Versality Day at Young WBC