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The historic Dalgety Bridge was reopened on Monday after months of restoration work.NSW Roads Minister Duncan Gay joined member for Monaro John Barilaro for the official ceremony, which was attended by a large local contingent,

including Dalgety Public School students. See story page 6.

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The Cooma Lions Club presented Legacy with a $1310 cheque last week. The money was raised through the annual Australia Day breakfast, which is always hosted by the Lions Club at the Cooma Car Clubhouse. Selling out of their bacon and eggs, the event was a big success

this year with more than 180 people attending. Legacy supports the families of deceased and incapacitated veterans.

Pictured, Lions President Luke Pope, Legacy member Richard Mack, Car Club President

Robert Wolf and Lions member Bob Weston.

The mobile BreastScreen is on the road for its first trip in the Heath District for 2016. The second stop for this year is Cooma, from February 22 – March 18. This is one of two new mobile units for the service in the greater southern area. The van will be conveniently located in the Cooma Hospital grounds.

The van helps support early detection for the one in eight women in NSW affected by breast cancer in their lifetime.

“This is a vital piece of health infrastructure, bringing potentially lifesaving cancer screening to women without the need to travel long distances

to larger towns and cities,” said Ms Julie Mooney, Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery for Southern NSW Local Health District.

“This mobile unit will screen women in Cooma then move on to other areas of the Local Health District,” Ms Mooney added.

After Cooma the mobile unit is travelling

to Bombala, where it will be stationed from March 28 to April 8.

The Cancer Institute NSW (CINSW) manages the state-wide breast screening program, which is delivered by the Screening and Assessment Services in Local Health Districts.

“In all, mobile BreastScreen NSW units bring services direct to more than 150 towns and cities across the state and travel a combined total of more than 50,000km every two years,” CINSW Screening and Prevention Director Sarah McGill said.

“More than a quarter of all BreastScreen NSW mammograms are delivered from mobile services and more than half of all regional and rural women receive their breast screens in this way.”

“A woman diagnosed with breast cancer in NSW today has among the highest chances of survival in the world. However, we know that early detection is the key to survival,” Ms McGill said. “These mammograms can detect cancers before they can be seen or felt. If detected early, survival from breast cancer can be as high as 97 per cent.

“It is vital for all women aged between 50 and 74 to have a mammogram every two years at BreastScreen NSW. It is a free service that could save your life. Women should call 13 20 50 to book a breast screen today.”

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Secretary of NSW Health, Dr Mary Foley, and Chair of the Southern NSW Local Health District, Ms Jenny Symons, have announced the appointment of Ms Janet Compton to the position of Chief Executive of the Southern Local Health District.

Ms Compton, began her career as a physiotherapist in country NSW before working in the Northern Territory, and then returning to NSW to hold a number of positions in the former Hunter Health region.

Janet Compton has extensive experience as a Senior Executive in Victoria’s acute and sub- acute health sectors. Until recently, she was Chief Executive Officer of Victoria’s Northern Health. She also has held senior management roles at Eastern Health where she was the Executive Director of Acute Health, a role responsible for the operations of the acute sector including the ED, specialty and general medicine, surgery, and women’s and children’s health. Other positions at Eastern Health included management of the sub-acute services at Peter James Centre and Wantirna Health. She has held previous CEO roles

at Calvary Healthcare Bethlehem and Nepean Rehabilitation Hospital, a private sub-acute facility in Victoria.

Ms Compton, who holds a Master of Public Policy as well as qualifications in public administration, physiotherapy and science, will take up her new role on 30 March 2016.

Ms Jenny Symons said Ms Compton’s appointment reflected the Board’s confidence in her ability to successfully consolidate and build on the solid foundations the Local Health District achieved under the inaugural Chief Executive, Dr Max Alexander.

“Ms Compton brings a wealth of leadership knowledge and strategic capability to the role,

including successfully leading numerous Victorian health organisations,” said Jenny Symons.

“Ms Compton’s managerial experience will help us to effectively implement new improved ways of keeping people well and out of hospital, and working in partnership with local providers to build innovative programs and services that best suit the needs of the Local Health District.

“With her broad healthcare experience, and a deep commitment to the provision of high quality health services, Ms Compton is well placed to lead the delivery of high quality, sustainable health care services in south eastern NSW.”

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Two men have been charged over break and enters and other offences on the Far South Coast. About 9pm on

Wednesday March 9, a service station in Cooma was broken into.

Then, just after midnight on (Thursday March 10, a restaurant on Tura Beach Drive, Tura Beach, was broken into. Two men were seen in the premises but fled after being confronted by a witness.

Tura Beach and Bega had been subjected to a further nine break and enters or attempt break and enters earlier that evening.

Detectives from Far South Coast Local Command commenced an investigation into the offences. About 2pm on Thursday March 10, police executed a search warrant at a home on Moorhead Street, Eden, arresting two 18-year-old men. At the address police seized a number

of items to undergo forensic testing, and seized a stolen Toyota Yaris.

The two men were taken to Eden Police Station where one of the men, from Eden, was charged with possess prohibited drug (cannabis), take and drive conveyance, two counts of break and enter, and breach of bail.

The other man, from Quakers Hill, was charged with take and drive conveyance, break and enter, and breach of bail. Both were bail refused to appear at Batemans Bay Local Court on March 11.

Inquiries were continuing in relation to the other break and enter offences and further charges were likely.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting

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Last Saturday’s 141st Cooma Show was

opened by the 2016 Citizen of the Year,

Kaye Anderson. Mrs Anderson is pictured

with, from left, life member Lee Evans,

MC Brian Coyte, Cooma Showgirl

Kristy Wassink, Rural Achiever Ed Thomas,

president Winston Phillips OAM and life members Margaret Barron and Dave

Whiting. About 3000 people attended the

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It’s the classic tale, isn’t it: space ship crashes on remote planet; evil scientist’s daughter falls in love with space captain; the cook falls in love with evil scientist’s daughter; ex-wife turns up and evil scientist goes a bit doo-lally, accidentally summoning a repugnant monster. We all know how it goes.

Add some of Shakespeare’s best lines and some of the 1960s’ best music and you’ve got yourself “Return to the Forbidden Planet” – playing at Cooma Little Theatre from April 8 to 23.

Directed by former local boy, Ron Dowd, and featuring Ron’s brother Troy in the live band, this

show promises great fun and much toe-tapping. The cast of almost 20 includes experienced singers and dancers together with theatre newcomers.

The Little Theatre is proud to be celebrating its 60th anniversary with this colourful show, and invites everyone to come along and join the party.

Audiences will be able to enjoy the brand new theatre seating, installed just today, and featuring tiered seating to ensure every seat is the best seat in the house. To secure your tickets go to www.clt.org.au or see Cooma Visitors Centre.

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When it comes to emergency service in the NSW Alpine region, Captain David “Spike” Milliken, Fire & Rescue NSW Station Commander, Thredbo, and his team are almost a one-stop agency.

Captain Milliken is one of 311 NSW Ambulance volunteers who are being thanked as part of NSW Health Volunteers Appreciation Day, held on Friday, March 11.

Captain Milliken became a NSW Ambulance Community First Responder volunteer in the lead-up to winter 2015. Since then he has led nine of his team to be trained up as CFRs, the team providing vital first aid assistance prior to the arrival of NSW Ambulance paramedics on more than 30 occasions.

“We felt it would be a great advantage to the area to join the CFRs because sometimes the paramedics are away on other jobs. It’s more to provide a quick response to the community as a whole,” he said.

Captain Milliken’s rescue work began in 1984 when he joined the Thredbo Professional Ski Patrol. He has been with Fire & Rescue NSW for 28 years, the past 25 as Station Commander at Thredbo. He was one of the first on scene at the Thredbo landslide in July 1997 when two ski lodges were destroyed and 18 people died.

Captain Milliken said becoming a CFR bolstered his team’s spirit and fostered a sense of pride and achievement. “It’s a great thing for the community, providing that early response before the paramedics arrive.”

Ironically, Captain Milliken previously

filled in the paperwork to become a NSW Ambulance paramedic, however it was not to be. He said his work as a CFR volunteer went some distance to fulfilling that earlier passion.

“This way I can still assist my community, while also providing vital assistance through Fire & Rescue NSW,” he said.

NSW Ambulance Volunteer and CFR Manager Susan Webster praised the commitment of the Thredbo-based CFRs.

“The unit works in one of the most remote areas of NSW, sometimes in temperatures below minus 10 degrees in winter, while still providing state-of-the-art excellence in care in the ambulance pre-hospital care profession.”

Superintendent Webster said volunteers, including CFRs, Volunteer Ambulance Officers (VAOs) and chaplains, play a vital role, dedicating their time to patient care in NSW.

“Our CFRS and VAOs contribute personal effort, time and skill to enable NSW Ambulance to extend the availability of services to those in isolated communities.

“They respond to a wide range of incidents including car collisions, cardiac arrests, flood and bushfire support and aircraft incidents.

“These jobs are challenging and require dedication and professionalism and we recognise them for their dedication to making a difference in the quality of care delivered.”

Pictured; Thredbo CFR David “Spike” Milliken.

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Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Monaro Highway at Nimmitabel from next week for essential maintenance work to improve road user safety.

The NSW Government allocated $200,000 to stabilise the slope next to the highway, about 2.5 kilometres south of Nimmitabel.

Work carried out will provide a more stable road surface, reduce future maintenance costs and ensure the highway continues to safely serve the community into the future.

Work will be carried out on

weekdays between 7am and 4.30pm from Tuesday March 15 to Friday April 1, weather permitting.

Motorists can expect minor delays, with lane closures, traffic control and a reduced speed limit of 40 km/h in place for the safety of workers and motorists.

Roads and Maritime Services thanks the community for its patience while work is carried out.

For the latest traffic information visit www.livetraffic.com.au, download the Live Traffic App or call the Transport Management Centre on 132 701.

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A determined group from the Bombala district is not going to take the proposed merger of the Cooma-Monaro, Snowy River and Bombala Councils lying down.

While they may not have the ability to directly influence the decision to amalgamate our Councils, they remind us that we the people do have the power to make proposals of our own - and to have them considered!

The group is adamant that there is no evidence that “bigger is better” in terms of councils, pointing out that it is equally possible that micro councils would deliver improved services to communities.

“The point is, it is not just the minister and the government who can initiate changes and make these big proposals; the community can do it too,” a spokesperson said.

The group has devised a proposal and a supporting petition, with letters going to the Minister of Local Government as well as the Governor of NSW.

An excerpt of the letter outlines the clever concept -

“This proposal is initiated by the undersigned and refers to the creation of a new area created from a partition of the existing Bombala Council. The

partition proposes to split the Bombala Council area into two new council areas. We propose that the area be constituted in accordance with the attached map.

“Our community have long been long disenfranchised by the current Bombala Council and we believe that this proposal captures the growth potential in the Bundian Way ancient pathway project and allows our community to control our own destiny”.

Also attached is a petition identifying 30 electors within the proposed new area. This petition constitutes a minimum of 10% of the minimum number of electors in accordance with 218 E (2) (b) of the Act. We now look forward to your examination of this proposal as required by S 218 F (1).

We are also aware of a proposal initiated by yourself on the 6th of January exploring a merger of Cooma Monaro Shire, Snowy River Shire and Bombala Councils. Given that our proposal initiates an examination of an area that is part of your 6 January proposal we request that a decision on your proposal be deferred until our proposal has been afforded due process and consideration.”

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ICPA lobby for rurals studentsAs the Monaro Branch of ICPA prepares for the annual state conference, discussions with families across the Monaro have outlined the educational needs of our youth.

The recent branch meeting chaired by Louise Platts (Monaro Branch President) called for members of the community to express their concerns relating to education. The following motions were formulated based on these discussions.

That the Minister for Education allocate a portion of the proceeds from the Hurlstone farm sale towards revitalising and recapitalising agricultural education and farms at Farrer Memorial and Yanco Agricultural High Schools, and at other government high schools in NSW.

That ICPA (Aust.) continues to lobby for changes to Youth Allowance regarding the $150,000 Parental Income Threshold limit.

A request that the Federal Government ensure Centrelink Staff are trained to provide correct information around allowances – particularly Youth Allowance.

That lobbying all telecommunication companies and governments for mobile service coverage in rural and remote blackspot areas continues.

That ICPA-NSW requests the Minister for Education that the new K-12 Distance Education facility in Queanbeyan be established as a fully autonomous school, independent of Queanbeyan High School.

That ICPA-NSW requests the Department of Education to review the funding for preschools so that children can attend preschool from an early age to benefit from early intervention should they require it.

That ICPA-NSW and ICPA (Aust.) request the relevant Departments of Education to ensure that

all training organisations which provide training for staff obtaining Certificate III in Early Childhood meet the appropriate standard.

That global funding contracts be made available as an alternative option to child-centred funding for rural and remote pre-school centres, as recommended by the Brennan review.

A request that the relevant ministers allocate funding for 600 hours of pre-schooling as per the Universal Access Guarantee but made available over a two year period rather than the current one year policy.

That the Minister for Skills ensures that students attending regional and remote high schools are eligible for subsidised fees for vocational education and training under the NSW Government’s Smart and Skilled policy.

That ICPA-NSW requests the Minister for Skills to make vocational education and training more accessible to regional and remote students with disability by developing a new sliding scale to the current loading based on individual need.

That ICPA-NSW requests the Deputy Premier of NSW and the Minister for Education to immediately implement the NSW Nationals election pledge to establish a rural education hub in Queanbeyan.

The motions to be presented at conference cover a broad sector of our community and aim to ensure that local educational needs are adequately met.

If you have issues or concerns relating to any area of education or simply want to know more about the motions being presented at the state ICPA Conference, contact the Monaro Branch of ICPA president Louise Platts or Bernadette Moser [email protected]


JOE VESCIOGeneral Manager,General Manager,

There are many projects under way and most notably some of our amenities buildings across the shire are being upgraded.

Works have commenced on the public toilets in Berridale, whilst rain affected progress in January, pipes have now been laid and the site is ready for concrete to be poured. The Rainbows Pines Caravan Park amenities building is currently being replaced with a new prefabri-cated building and the official opening for the refurbished amenities block at the Snowy River Holiday Park in Dalgety was also held recently and was attended by Member for Monaro, John Barilaro and community members.

John and NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Duncan Gay were also both in Dalgety again on Monday 14 March, to mark the comple-tion of the $4.5 million Dalgety Bridge upgrade.

This major upgrade was vital to the Dalgety community and so that the bridge could continue to support the current load requirement (42.5 tonnes) for users who regularly transport heavy loads such as livestock. It is an historic bridge and it is good to see that it will continue to be used for many years.

I am sure that many community members will also attend the official opening of the new Playground at Banjo Paterson Park in Jindabyne on Sunday, 20 March. Once again, our Member for Monaro will be attending as this project also benefited from Government grant funding which was necessary to complete the project. As I have said in the past, I congratulate my staff from the various Council Departments that have worked tiresly on this project. I would also like to acknowledge the tremendous efforts of the many community volunteers and the Touched By Olivia Foundation who have supported this project.

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Warehouse operations trainee Matt Fawcett and his manager at Reece Plumbing, Adam Glover.

Monaro High School’s Year 11 student Matt Fawcett is currently doing a School Based Traineeship in Warehouse Operations with Reece Plumbing Supplies. Starting in November last year, Matt says he is really enjoying the experience.

“I’ve been doing lots of customer service, stock taking, receipting goods and deliveries,” he says.

With Matt ideally wanting to get into the plumbing trade, Reece Plumbing Manager Adam Glover says that this traineeship will benefit him in the future.

“It will give him an advantage as he will become familiar with all the products and installations on deliveries,” Adam, said “And if he decides later on that he doesn’t want to do plumbing, he can still apply the warehouse experience to other industries.”

Adam also believes that School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs) are just as valuable for businesses as they are for the students. “Reece Plumbing employs school based trainees in all of our sites. They are a very effective and affordable way to train staff with the values of our company. Matt has been a great addition to our Cooma team,” he said.

This year sees a record number of SBATs undertaken at Monaro High School. Careers Advisor, Brad McElroy explained that the increase is part of Monaro High

School’s support of all pathways into the workplace or further learning.

“We have implemented a number of programs to make the pattern of study for Year 11 and 12 relevant for each student. For those looking to enter the workforce or gain a trade, workplace learning can start while they are still at school,” he said.

Principal of the Monaro High School, Adrian Bell, explained that the school has lead the way in adapting their senior programs to cater for the change in the school leaving age from 15 to 17 years.

“Data shows that students have better outcomes if they complete their High School Certificate. Monaro High School has implemented changes that make the senior years relevant for each student.

Offering course such as Work Studies and encouraging SBATs means students will stay at school and complete their HSC because it is meaningful for them.”

“The support of local businesses, such as Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre and Reece Plumbing, ensure that students are supported in achieving their goals.” Mr Bell said.

“Monaro High School really appreciates and acknowledges the role that local business plays in supporting young people in their transition to work.”

If any employer is interested in finding out more about School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships they can contact Monaro High School’s SBAT coordinator, Jackie Fenton on 6452 4611.

Dalgety Bridge restored to former gloryMinister for Roads Duncan Gay and Member for Monaro John Barilaro on Monday officially marked the completion of major upgrades to Dalgety Bridge, which crosses the Snowy River.

Minister Gay said the bridge has been part of a critical road link for Dalgety residents and businesses for more than 130 years.

“Dalgety Bridge is an iconic structure, representing a time in Australian history when our economy rode on the sheep’s back – it deserved $4.5 million makeover,”

Minister Gay said.

“Old timbers forming the deck and piers

of the bridge have been replaced, while the important heritage value and charm of the original 123-year-old structure has been preserved.”

Mr Barilaro said upgrading the 169-metre-long bridge was a perfect example of the NSW Government’s fierce commitment to deliver new and improved road infrastructure for the Monaro.

“The old bridge was not only looking ‘worn-out’ but was becoming increasingly unsafe for the many vehicles travelling over it each day on the Snowy River Way,” Mr Barilaro said.

“The bridge is also located on an important freight route for graziers and livestock carriers, with past Labor governments only ever undertaking token

patch work repairs. “A major upgrade was necessary to

ensure the bridge could continue to safely carry freight trucks carrying livestock to surrounding farms and regional sale yards.”

The $4.5 million upgrades works included replacing the dilapidated deck and its spans and piers with new timber. Work was also undertaken to replace each end of the bridge with concrete foundations covered with timber veneers and new road approaches including upgraded barriers at each end were constructed.

“I sincerely thank the Dalgety community for their patience and assistance during the two years of intense construction work needed to restore the old bridge to its former glory.”


Cooma Monaro Shire’s Young Citizen of the Year Taya Evans has received the Young Leo of the Year Award at the State Awards in Goulburn.

The first stage of the awards involved submitting an entry form for the award detailing her significant community involvement.

She has participated in several projects through the Monaro High School Leos, including the Befriend a Child in Detention project and sending books to Nauru.

She is also heavily involved with the Nimmitabel Pony Club and the Show Society ring events.

When in Goulburn, Taya impressed the judges during the interview stage where she addressed questions about how the club could deal with the issues of the drug ice and depression.

She then produced a five-minute prepared speech on the issues of rural depression.

Taya believes that there is a stigma in rural communities where people feel they are supposed to be a jack of all trades and be able to do anything,

Having witnessed first hand the impacts of rural depression in an incident that occurred in her community last year, Taya feels passionately about this topic and this passion has inspired the Leos to organise

a fun run for Beyond Blue on Easter Saturday.

Taya will now attend the national finals in Echuca in May.

If successful at this stage, she could win a trip around Australia to talk to schools and other Lions clubs.

Young Leo of the Year Taya Evans is pictured with Monaro

High School’s Leo advisor,Lee Riley.

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Taya wins Young Leo of the YearOn Wednesday night 9 March, 27 people attended a retail marketing and customer loyalty training program. The training was an initiative of the Department of Industry and RDA Southern Inland and was supported by the Cooma Chamber of Commerce and the Cooma Ex-Services Club in the registration and marketing process.

Kathy Kelly, President of the Cooma Chamber of Commerce said of the night “It was great to see the response of our local businesses in attending this workshop. It is such a great opportunity when quality training programs are brought to our doorstep. It was a chance for businesses to become inspired and think about their marketing rather than being caught up just working

in their businesses”. The three hour training program was designed by the Department of Industry and funded by RDA Southern Inland and so the $20 fee to attend was to cover catering costs.

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• “Monaro in Pictures” Book & Exhibition Launch

• Welcome Dinner

• ‘Back to Cooma’ Concert with Mikelangelo & The Black Sea Gentlemen

EASTER SUNDAY

• Celebration Dinner with special guests Steve Liebmann, Paula Duncan, Carmen Duncan & Holger Brockman

EASTER MONDAY

• Farewell Breakfast

EASTER SATURDAY

• Town Fun Run

• ‘Back to Cooma’ Street Parade

• ‘Back to Cooma’ Dance

• Night Time Rodeo

‘BACK TO COOMA’ CELEBRATIONS FRIDAY 25 – MONDAY 28 MARCH 2016

Come home to Cooma in March and celebrate the Snowy Mountains-Monaro

region’s heritage and multicultural diversity. From Cooma’s Show (March 12),

Multicultural Festival (March 20) and Raglan Gallery exhibitions, to Easter’s

‘Back to Cooma’ festivities, autumn in Cooma is rich in culture and colour.


The Our Neighbourhood Community Grants program recognises the important role our charities and community groups play in connecting people.

By providing funding of up to $10,000 per project to successful applicants, the program gives a helping hand to small groups working together to build better neighbourhoods.

Applications are now open and close Friday, 1 April 2016.

Apply online at ourneighbourhood.com.au

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Eligibility criteria apply. For full terms and conditions please read the Application Kit, available online at ourneighbourhood.com.au or by contacting the Grants hotline on 1300 765 772.

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Tony Quirk UNE business school accounting program

On March 1, Boyce Chartered Accountants, in conjunction with the University of New England (UNE) Business School, unveiled an exciting new program to provide Bachelor of Accounting students with a scholarship and a clearly defined career path with Australia’s leading regional accounting firm.

The program is in memory of Tony Quirk, a former Boyce Director who studied at UNE prior to joining our Moree branch in 1991. Tony was appointed as a Director of the firm at age 27 – the youngest person ever to be elevated to this position.

Tragically, Tony passed away in February 2005 at the age of 34.

The program will provide prospective and current UNE Business School students with work placements, financial support, and post-graduate career opportunities.

Boyce Managing Director Phil Alchin said the firm had a longstanding relationship with UNE and this new program would only strengthen that bond. “It is important that accounting students understand the

rewarding career opportunities on offer in regional Australia.”

“At the end of the day, students will receive a defined career and study path under this program.” Mr Alchin said.

Head of UNE Business School Professor Alison Sheridan said the program allows UNE students to put theory into practice from the first trimester of study and is in line with government’s push for more workplace integrated learning experiences as well as promoting regional investment.

For further information on the program visit the Boyce Careers website at www.boycecareers.com or speak with Boyce’s HR Coordinator Tracey Somerville on 02 6971 0600.

Pictured Above (L to R) Sam Bacigalupo (Manager, Boyce) Hayley Farrell (Accountant, Boyce) Leopold

Bayerlein (Senior Lecturer, UNE) Prof Alison Sheridan (Head of UNE Business School) and Phil

Alchin (Managing Director, Boyce)

Special Rotary markets

This Sunday’s Rotary Club High Country Markets will incorporate the annual Multi Cultural Festival in Centennial Park.

The festival will offer a variety of food and entertainment.

All the normal stalls will be in operation, plus a children’s sculpture

competition and sale with cash prizes.

Entry is free, just call John on 0437 601 350 for more details.

This month the Wishing Well will again support Lisa Drury in her quest to raise $10,000 for the Stillbirth Foundation.

PARTY IN THE PARK

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‘BACK TO COOMA’ CELEBRATIONS FRIDAY 25 – MONDAY 28 MARCH 2016

Join the ‘Back to Cooma’ opening celebrations from 6pm Good Friday, March 25,

for Cooma’s first-ever dinner concert under the stars in beautiful Centennial Park.

Hear the stories and feel the rhythms of Australia’s most multicultural town in an

unforgettable night of family entertainment. Hurry tickets are limited.

Featuring Mikelangelo and the Black Sea Gentlemen


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The areas covered include: Majors Creek State Conservation Area; Gourock National Park (including Green Hills, Peppers Swamp, Queanbeyan River, Rocky Range and Slap Up); Deua National Park (including Badja, Woila and Minuma); Wadbilliga National Park (including Jillicambra, Razorback, Kybeyan, Tolbar, Lucas Creek powerline, Brogo, Murrabrine, Yowrie, Steeple Flat and Belowra Valley); Bredbo/Michelago Clear Range Fire Trail (on the ACT/NSW border); Ben Boyd North (including Pambula Beach Wetland); Ben Boyd South; Eurobodalla (Tilba Lake to Tuross); Bournda National Park and Nature Reserve; Mimosa Rocks; Kooraban; Gulaga; Biamanga; Craigie SF No 1069; Bondi SF No 128, Nalbaugh SF No 129; Coolangubra SF No 547; Glen Allen SF No 1031 Glenbog SF No 149; Cathcart SF No 607; Tantawangalo SF No 134; Badja SF No 567; South East Forests National Park (including Bemboka, Tantowangala and Yowaka); Coolumbooka Nature Reserve; Bondi Gulf Nature Reserve; Dangelong Nature Reserve; Kybeyan Nature Reserve and State Conservation Area; Ironmungy Nature Reserve; Merriangaah Nature Reserve; Quidong Nature Reserve; and Kosciusko National Park (including Bumberry, Snowy Plain, Gungarlin, Denison, Nungar Plain, Circuits, Pedons, Jadar, Half Moon, Morgan, Scabby Nature Reserve, Yaouk Nature Reserve and Brest Range).

Please direct any inquiries to South East Local Land Services on 1300 795 299 or FCNSW, Bombala on (02) 6459 5200 or NPWS, Bombala on (02) 6458 4080.

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It’s a laugh a minute down at The Royal Hotel. New owner John Meers is not afraid to have a joke with his staff, in fact he openly encourages it.

“I want to bring that old school heart back into this pub,” he says, “I think the art of being a publican has been lost, and I want to bring that familiar family-friendly, enjoyable atmosphere back for the community to enjoy.”

Taking over in August last year, The Royal Hotel has been returned to its former glory by John and his family. With his daughter Alanah and brother Mark by his side to help run the iconic Lambie Street pub, it is slowly becoming one of the best places to go in town.

John has been a publican for many years and also has a background in sports management and event management. Back in 1999, John came to Cooma to help organise the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Snowy Scheme, and he loved the area.

When he heard that the Royal was on the market, he immediately recognised it and decided to sell up his pub in Darwin, pack up the family and move down to the cooler climate.

“I really love this area, and the people here too,” he says, “If you sit outside, you get so many people waving g’day to you. If you sit at a pub in Sydney, you can have hundreds of people walk past and not have any acknowledge you. I would never buy a pub in Sydney again for that very reason.”

“For me it’s not about making huge

dollars. It’s about enjoying your work, having that great lifestyle and creating something special.”

Besides a great atmosphere, one of the other things John prides himself on is food. The Royal is a great place to go for lunch, dinner or even breakfast. The meals are huge and at great prices too.

They are all made with fresh, local produce bought daily, which John says can be a pain to do, but is always worth it in the end to get such great meals out of the kitchen.

Judy Martin, a Delegate girl, is the chef at The Royal and says she loves what she does. Judy says that having such fresh produce to work with

makes her job much easier and more enjoyable too. Anyone would think that Judy is part of the Meers family. They get on like a house on fire, with Judy’s sense of humour keeping everyone, even John, on their toes.

Changing the specials every second day, and doing a great breakfast special on weekends, there is plenty to choose from.

Pictured; John’s daughter Alanah with chef Judy Martin.

Bringing the old school country pub heart back to the Royal Hotel


Thredbo Easter Adventure Festival will host a $10,000 Golden Easter Egg Hunt.

This Easter, Thredbo is giving families 10,000 reasons to visit, with an action-packed Easter Family Adventure Festival, complete with a $10,000 Golden Easter Egg Hunt.

From March 25th – 28th, the festival will feature endless entertainment for the whole family, making for an exciting and eventful adventure this Easter.

The pinnacle event will take place on Easter Sunday, as excited families wake to hunt for the Golden Easter Egg at the top of the mountain, where they have the chance to win $10,000 in cash prizes and lots of chocolate! Hopeful hunters will scour Thredbo in search of the jackpot Golden Egg worth $5,000 and five additional eggs worth $1,000 each.

With some eggcellent accommodation packages from just $195* per night, Thredbo is the place to be this Easter.

The action continues after Easter; with the Thredbo School Holidays Adventure Festival from April 9th – 17th.

Families can enjoy a huge range of fun in-resort activities over the school holiday period, such as riding the popular mountain bike tracks, playing a relaxing round of golf, having a blast on the bobsled, hiking with the kids, conquering Kozzie, Australia’s highest peak, and much more!

Boasting spectacular panoramic views, the scenic Mt Kosciuszko hike is a must to tick off the bucket list in Thredbo over the April school holidays. There are great family deals available over the school holidays, including the favourite ‘5 for 4’ package.

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Riders on the zoo2zoo charity ride took a breather in Cooma last week. Travelling from Melbourne Zoo to Canberra Zoo, their aim is to raise awareness for the Black Dog Institute.

The nine riders stopped at the Cooma Centennial Park on Wednesday 9 March for lunch on the fifth day of their journey. There are four separate rides in the zoo2zoo event, the others include Sydney to Dubbo, Canberra to Mogo and Canberra to Dubbo, which these nine riders will also do, joining 30 other

riders from the nation’s capital last Friday. Their trip will be about 1,300km in total.

Event organiser of 11 years, Andrew McKay, said despite the unusually high temperatures, the journey had been very enjoyable so far.

Since 2009, the zoo2zoo event has raised $939,000 for the Black Dog Institute, a charity that specialises in depression and bipolar disorder.

For more information, check out the website at www.zoo2zoo.com

Riders in the zoo2zoo rally in Centennial Park, Cooma.

Cooma welcomed its newest citizen, Gemma Wood,at last Monday’s council meeting.

Gemma was officially welcomed by acting mayor Rogan Corbettand is pictured with husband Stuart Wood,

and children Leilani and Kieran.

Support for Community

On Sunday March 3, Cooma Community Chest hosted a morning tea at the Car Club for the Just 4 Kids Children’s Charity motor trail which was passing through and they had nominated TCC as their favoured charity!

The Community Chest ladies spent a wonderful morning with the crew from the Just 4 Kids motor trail. The ladies prepared a delicious morning

tea for the weary travellers, many of whom have travelled from far and wide, including North Queensland. The Community Chest is proud to be associated with another wonderful charity and are full of praise for their hard work and dedication to such a great cause.

It was wonderful to meet the travelling group and spend some time with you all today.

Marnie Stewart accepts a cheque for the Community Chest.

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Travel tips- The FlightSo you have booked the f l ights , cheapest you can get , and now you are fac ing 10-16 hours s i t t ing in a t iny seat , maybe even longer depending on where you are going. F ly ing sucks for us back in cat t le c lass , but i t i s on ly a smal l d iscom-for t to dea l wi th to get to an amaz-ing dest inat ion! Here are some t ips f rom persona l exper ience to get through i t . 1. Be comfortable, but st i l l look neat. A i r l ines a re a l l ra i s ing the i r dress s tandards , especia l l y for those in the h igher c lasses . These changes are yet to h i t economy, however as a ru le , you should s t i l l be present-able . Those who look neat a re more l i ke ly to be of fered upgrades. Don’ t wear your P j ’ s to the a i rpor t ! Howev-er , fee l f ree to change dur ing the f l ight .2. Be Considerate. No one around you wi l l en joy hear ing you laugh loudly a t a funny movie . Don’ t put your smel ly feet on the armrest in f ront . Don’ t rec l ine immediate ly a f ter eat ing , the person behind you could s t i l l be eat ing . T ry and set a good example and don’ t le t anyone e lse get away wi th be ing rude.3. Make an event of everything. Mea l t ime? Stop doing whatever you were doing and pay at tent ion to

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myse l f s tay l i ke th is for 8 songs . I f you fa l l as leep in that t ime, Bonus! Otherwise at leas t you have rested your eyes for a b i t .6. Stay hydrated and pay atten-t ion to hygiene . F ly ing dr ies you out and can a lso make your legs and feet swel l wi th water retent ion. T ry to dr ink as much water as you can. Water , not beer . Dr ink ing water can s top you fee l ing so gross wi th the a i r -condi t ion ing as wel l . As for hyg iene, make sure you have gum or a tooth brush and ro l l on deodorant . Nobody l i kes s i t t ing next to some-one that ’s smel ly . P lus keeping up wi th th is can use up a b i t more t ime.7. Stretch. Make sure that the b lood is f lowing to a l l o f your l imbs and you are not get t ing cramped up and sore. A l l a i r l ines have gu ides for in f l ight exerc ises , so take the t ime to g ive them a go.

Leap into the Cooma Library this week to see some very creative frog artworks by our local children.

As part of the Cooma Monaro Shire Council’s Clean Up Australia Day celebrations, local schools were asked to participate in a frog decorating competition.

There were three categories including ‘Best use of recycled material’, ‘Most colourful’ and ‘Best Clean Up Australia Day theme’.

Nine major winners were selected by Lynsey Nichols, a local teacher and the talented illustrator of the Gilbert the Garbage Truck series, written by her husband Trevor ‘Herb’ Nichols.

Each of these winners took home the Gilbert book set. With more than 100 spectacular entries, judging was a challenging task.

There were also about 40 other participants who received Highly Commended awards, with a prize of either a Clean Up Australia Day hat, or $5 of Scrap Mart money to spend at the Cooma Landfill shop.

These were judged by Waste Services Officer James Johnston and Resources and Waste Operations Manager Jeff Tate who said they were very impressed with the creativity of the entrants.

Clean Up Australia Day was celebrated by Council and the Cooma Waterwatch with a bridge to bridge walk followed by a barbeque in Norris Park. Both Council and Cooma Waterwatch have been promoting their Keep Cooma Creek Clean campaign since 2013.

The library display will be up until Friday, so hop over to take a look.

The major winners were: -Best use of recycled materials (10-12 yo): Neeve Girling-Best use of recycled materials (7-9 yo): Kate Carton-Best use of recycled materials (5-6 yo): Hannah Hill

-Most colourful (10-12yo): Bella Kaye-Most colourful (7-9yo): Will Barron-Most colourful (5-6yo): Samuel Rowe

-Best CUADay theme (10-12yo): Matilda Joyce-Best CUADay theme (7-9 yo): Harlowe Teiskin-Best CUADay theme (5-6 yo): Ashley Lukins

Pictured; Some Cooma Public School studentstaking part in the frog decorating competition for

Clean Up Australia Day.

Our talented little tadpoles helping keep creek clean

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SNOWY RIVER SHIRE COUNCIL VEHICLES FOR SALE BY QUOTATION

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PUBLIC EXHIBITION - DRAFT SNOWY RIVER LEP 2013 - AMENDMENT 1

“Like” our Snowy River Shire Council Facebook page and keep up to date with Council and Commu-nity news and events.

Quotations are invited for the purchase of Council vehicles and plant.

The following vehicles and plant will be available for inspection opposite Snowy River Shire Council Chambers, 2 Myack Street, Berridale on Wednesday, 16 March 2016 between 9am and 2pm: -

Plant 195 - 2000 Kubota F2560 3 cylinder 25HP diesel ride on mower with 60” deck, conditional reg 41102C

Plant 3102 – 2009 Hyundai i30 diesel wagon, automatic, cargo barrier, blue, reg BD11ED, approx 98,500 km.

Plant 3214 – 2012 Subaru Forester X petrol wagon, automatic, silver, reg BR67VD, approx 88,500 km

Plant 3223 – 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Active 7 seater, manual, tow pack, titanium silver, reg BU45LU, approx. 92,500 km

Plant 3224 – 2014 Subaru Forester X petrol wagon, automatic, white, reg BU49LU, approx 94,000 km

Plant 5014 – 2013 Subaru Forester X 2.0L petrol wagon, manual, silver tow pack, reg BU69ZC, approx 81,500 km

Plant 5033, 2014 Nissan Xtrail 2.5L ST petrol wagon, automatic, silver, tow pack, reg BZ83UL, approx 85,000 km

Plant 5044, 2014 Nissan Xtrail 2.5L ST petrol wagon, automatic, burning red, reg CA30PC, approx. 83,000 km

These vehicles and plant are registered until the 30 September 2016.

Quotations must be received in writing, marked “Confi dential Tender” and addressed to the General Manager, PO Box 143 BERRIDALE NSW 2628. Quotations can be submitted by post, emailed using the subject line “Vehicles For Sale By Quotation” to [email protected] or delivered by hand to the tender box at Council’s Berridale offi ce. All quotations must be received by 2.00 pm, Friday 18 March 2016.

For enquiries please contact Asset Management Offi cer on (02) 6451 1129.

Tenders are invited for the construction of a Community Recycling Centre Shed at the Jindabyne Landfi ll.

For Tender Documents please visit: www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au/195/Invitation-For-Tenders

Publication commenced 22 February 2016. Tenders close at 9.30am on Tuesday 22 March 2016. This project was supported by the Environmental trust as part of the NSW EPA’s Waste Less, Recycle more initiative, funded from the waste levy.

To view current employment opportunities, please visit our website www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au/173/Employment or contact Human Resources on (02) 6451 1124.

Snowy River Shire Council is exhibiting a concept design for Snowy River Avenue. The Jindabyne Action Plan 2030 which was developed with the community with over 400 participants and 28,000 responses and ideas set the scene to create Snowy River Avenue as a Main Street. The next step has been taken and the Concept Design has been prepared which responds to the issues and possibilities scoped previously.

Benefi ts of the plan: • Improved pedestrian linkages and crossing points• Upgrade of stormwater and road surface• Enhanced outdoor dining and trading opportunities• Improved disabled parking arrangements and access for all abilities• Safer and increased public footpath area• Clear correct property numbering

Where to view: The Concept Design and associated documents for Snowy River Avenue will be on public exhibition from 16 March to 12 April, and can be viewed at:

Snowy River Shire Council Offi ces:• 2 Myack Street, Berridale • Razorback Offi ce, Jindabyne

Between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday or by visiting councils website – www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au

How to make a comment: please send written feedback to the General Manager, Snowy River Shire Council, PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 or via email: [email protected] using subject line “Snowy River Avenue Upgrade Project”. Alternatively Community and Strategic Planning Staff are available to meet and discuss the changes and hear your views. Please call Ph 6451 1564 to set a meeting time during the exhibition period.

Snowy River Shire Council is exhibiting a minor amendment to Snowy River Local Environmental Plan 2013 (SR LEP 2013). The proposed changes will correct minor anomalies, add additional heritage item and change provisions related to boundary adjustments in rural areas.

Where to viewThe Planning Proposal and associated documents for the amendment will be on public exhibition until 23 March 2016 and can be viewed at:Snowy River Shire Council Offi ces:

• 2 Myack Street, Berridale • Razorback Offi ce, Gippsland Street, Jindabyne (between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday)

• Councils website – www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au

How to make a commentIf you wish to comment, please forward a written submission using the subject line “Submission to SR LEP 2013 – amendment 1” to the General Manager, Snowy River Shire Council, PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 or by email to [email protected]

The closing date for submissions is 23 March 2016. If you make a submission and have made political donations or gifts, a statement must be completed. A form is available from Council’s website.

Any submissions received are considered public, however a person may request to have their personal details suppressed.

Council would like to thank all participants who entered images in the “Your Snowy River Shire Photography Competition”.The winners of each category can be viewed on Council’s website at: - https://www.snowyriver.nsw.gov.au/620/Photography-Competition

The winners for each category are: -

Overall WinnersPrimary School - Nicholas Zusak - Skate KrisHigh School - James Cahill - Chilly MorningOpen - Steven Griffi s - Midnight top road session at Thredbo

Category Winners Primary School - Built Environment - Kristian ZusakPrimary School - Events & People and Local Industry - Kelsey ByrnePrimary School - Landscape - Chloe HedgerHigh School - Built Environment and Local Industry - Will WrightHigh School - Events & People - Olivia SaintHigh School - Landscape - Sienna DaviesOpen - Built Environment - Jenna WoodhouseOpen - Events and People - Lee Taylor-FriendOpen - Landscape - Chris RawlingsOpen - Local Industry - Rachel Davies

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BOMBALA COUNCIL GENERAL MANAGER:

Ms Ngaire McCrindle

Bombala Men’s ShedFinally after a very lengthy and drawn out process, Council is extremely pleased to inform the community that we have finally received the new title and can now transfer the property to the Men’s Shed.

New Visitor/Community CentreCouncil is also extremely happy to inform the community that after nearly 12 months we have finally received the required government approvals to begin construction. As with the Men’s Shed project, delays have not been on Council’s part, rather they have all been on State Government Agencies and their representatives part. On the bright side work will begin almost immediately.Council is now beginning the process in conjunction with the Bombala Historic Engine and Machinery Society to extend the engine shed. We are hopeful that the project will proceed a little quicker!

WorkshopsFeed back from the businesses attending the first of the retail workshops being presented by RDASI, NSW Department of Trade and Investment and Council have been extremely positive. The next workshop will be focusing on merchandising and will be held at the Community Centre , contact the VIC for further information on 64584622.

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The proposed amalgamation of the Tumbarumba and Tumut Shires has been met by uproar in both communities.

With submissions to the Council Boundary Review closing on Sunday 28 February, residents of the shires are not giving up the fight to get their message across. A number of Tumbarumba shire residents went to Sydney on Sunday to participate in the Hyde Park ‘Local democracy not dictatorship rally’ against the amalgamations across the state.

The IPART report released in October last year found the Tumbarumba Shire to be among the 40 per cent of councils ‘Fit for the Future’, whilst Tumut was declare not fit. With information meetings being held across the shire by the Council, attended by more than 700 people, a Save Tumbarumba Shire Committee was formed with representatives from all the outlying villages such

as Khancoban, Rosewood, Jingellic and Tooma.

The committee set up a shop front in the Tumbarumba pharmacy to provide residents with information and assist those who wanted to write submissions.

More than 370 people attended the public inquiry held in Tumbarumba on February 11 with Delegate Rod Knockles. 72 people were registered to speak however there was only enough time for 64 to be heard. These numbers are significantly higher than those seen in the Cooma Monaro, Bombala and Snowy River Shire inquiry meetings, with the highest attending meeting being Cooma with 65 people.

Flying in from Bundaberg specifically for his three minute input was Peter Hyne, CEO of Hyne Timber, the region’s biggest employer.

The Save Tumbarumba Shire Facebook page also received more than 1,300 likes in one month. These numbers indicate the desire and passion the Tumbarumba community has to stand-alone.

The residents of the Tumbarumba Shire are concerned about many issues arising from a possible merger with Tumut. A loss of identity and representation is one key issue, with the population of Tumbarumba shire making up only 23 per cent of the proposed amalgamated shire. This would likely result in a representation of only two councillors for Tumbarumba.

Other issues include the vast difference in industry, geography and historical identity.

There is a high risk of rate increases to match those of the Tumut Shire, possible losses of health care and child care services, meaning a heavy loss of jobs, and a loss of contracts to locals.

Tumbarumba Council have worked hard to establish a strong volunteer base for many services and resources available in the community. With 15 official management committees to actively support volunteer groups, Tumbarumba has developed a system that avoids high costs ventures such as

incorporation, insurance cover and grounds maintenance. These committees and groups also undergo auditing by Council, ensuring strict financial practice and accountability. According to many residents,

In a final push, the Save Tumbarumba Shire committee and volunteers manned a stall at Tumbafest recently to allow members of the public to write to the NSW Premier Mike Baird. Liberal member for Eden-Monaro Peter Hendy and former Labor member Eden-Monaro Mike Kelly were both at Tumbafest and submitted letters in support of the committee’s cause.

The committee has also received support from Shadow Minister for Local Government Peter Primrose, Matthew Mason-Cox, MLC and actor and comedian HG Nelson.

Pictured; At the Save Tumbarumba Shire letter writing

desk Tumbafest 2016. Ron Frew, Cath Frew, Jo Brown and

Gary McClelland. Photo by Emma Ernst.

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After nine years on the ABC South East airwaves, Ian Campbell signed off for the last time on Friday March 4.

With his role being made redundant off the back of a major organisation restructure, Ian has had to say goodbye to a job he loved.

“It was a very rough and rocky road for a while there, but I am feeling much more positive about it now and am enjoying having a change,” he says.

Ian is currently doing a temporary four-week stint in the newsroom of 2EC PowerFM, where he has worked previously.

Originally from Wollongong, Ian says he always wanted to work in radio and became involved in the local community radio station when he was in high school.

“I really enjoy meeting people and talking to people,” he says, “I feel very privileged to be able to help people with their ideas and projects. There are so many people out there doing such good and smart things, I am glad to be able to share their wisdom.”

Ian says that some of the moments he considers career highlights from the Monaro include opening the Dalgety and Delegate Shows and a story he covered about the work of two local ladies, Jenny Lawless and Ruth Blattman, in supporting returned soldiers from

Afghanistan and their families. Ian also says he has enjoyed

working with the people on the Monaro, including the team at the Cooma Visitors Centre and the local newsagent.

“I’ve really loved the friendship I’ve had with Kay and Shane at the News Express Newsagent in Vale Street, I’d call them every morning for a weather check. However I won’t miss talking to Roslyn, don’t know how Kay and Shane put up with her!”

In terms of the future, Ian has created his own business called About Regional, which aims to help regional communities connect and communicate with government agencies and private enterprises.

Ian says that often community consultations by government agencies result in misunderstandings and do not do the community justice. He is striving to achieve better outcomes for the community. During this process he will also be doing some freelance stories around the issues facing the community.

To find out more about Ian’s project, visit his website at www.aboutregional.com.au.

In a final message, Ian said “I would just like to say that I am very grateful for all the well wishes and lovely messages I received leading up to my last show. It really picked me up and gave me the confidence to push on.”

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Flushing of Water MainsResidents are advised that Council will carry out flushing of water mains in Delegate and Bombala. The work is scheduled to commenceBOMBALA – Monday, 21 March 2016DELEGATE – Monday, 28 March 2016Some minor disruption may occur. Council advises residents that if their water is discoloured as a result of this work, to turn on a tap until the water clears. If the water does not clear after 15 minutes please contact Council on 6458 3555.

Boco Rock Community Fund Third Round Community groups are reminded that the next round of the Boco Rock Commu-nity Fund closes on March 31. Application forms are available on the Council website www.bombala.nsw.gov.au Our Economic Development Manager can assist you with the application should you need help. Phone Council on 6458 3555 to book an appointment.

NSW Rural Doctors NetworkCouncil is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring and hosting a Bush Bursary scholarship holder during 2016. Councillors see this as a great way to give medical students a taste of rural medical practice and, of course, rural lifestyle.

The Big Lift is coming to Bombala in JulyThe Big Lift is an ongoing non-profit community service project which launched at UTS in 2010. The first trip ran over eight days, during mid-year break. Working alongside locals, the group engages in projects such as land restoration, construction and gardening. Sleeping in halls, cooking together and making plenty of friends along the way, the group works to make a significant impact on regional communities. At the same time, the communities have a significant impact on the group.

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Shave for a cure at St Pat’sTwo St Patrick’s teachers handed the clippers over to the students on Monday for the World’s Greatest Shave. Rashida Nuridin and Luaun Edwards raised $3,500 for the Leukaemia Foundation, with lots of help from the school community.

Many students took part in the crazy hat or hair day, wearing silly hats or colouring their hair and bringing a gold coin donation to go towards the cause.

Mrs Edwards said she decided to take part in the shave after losing a friend to cancer last year.

“I was in the car on the way to the funeral when I got the urge to do something to help,” she told the students on assembly, “I think it is really good to stop thinking about yourself all the time and try to help others

whenever you can. Shaving your head is a small price to pay compared to those who are going through a tough time.”

Mrs Nuridin said she joined the cause to support Luaun and to also commemorate Sabina Kovats, an art teacher at St Pat’s who sadly passed away a few years ago after a battle with cancer.

Mandy Woodhouse of Shear Delight in Berridale came to assist the students with their clippers and to help tidy up the job.

Principal Frances Robertson said that she was proud of both teachers for demonstrating the schools motto ‘strength in gentleness’ by this simple and humble gesture.

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Rashida Nuridin

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Is everyone just about ‘showed out’ now, after four big local agricultural shows?

But wait, there’s more – the Bombala show this Saturday seems primed to end

the local show circuit on a high note.

So much work goes into the organisation of these shows and so much is due to the sponsors who help the volunteers

create a good day out.

Thanks to all our show committees and the sponsors – more power to all of you!

Now it’s time to have the conversation about the need for excessive security

at these local events – they aren’t drink fests, afterall!

Centennial Park is the venue this weekend for the annual Multi Cultural

Festival.

Will Cooma turn on its first chilly day of autumn or will the pleasant weather

continue?

Goose bumps and grass skirts aren’t a particularly good mix.

There is still the BIG question to be answered about the Back to Cooma weekend - just what is it that Rogan

Corbett is hiding from everyone?

Radio reception a safety issueEditor,

1. Radio is essential during EMERGENCIES! The ABC’s Charter /Policies say they are to service residents and tourists in the three Monaro shires BUT THEY DON’T!

2. These shires have ABC1602AM South East radio in Cooma with ABC South East relayed from Bega. 2XL 918AM, our commercial radio, operates on 2,000 watts, the local ABC Tower only a paltry 50 watts.

3. Residents using domestic radio can only receive this 4-5 kilometres from Cooma. Cars 25-30 km due to an amplifier in their radio.

4. A 4,000-5,000 watt transmitter at Cooma near 2XL 918AM commercial tower where there is moisture required for AM towers to operate well, would cover from Canberra, Bateman’s Bay to Eden. Kosciusko National Park and effectively service all the Monaro.

5. AM radio is the most efficient broadcaster. It ignores peaks

and valleys, needing ONE LARGE TRANSMITTER. FM radio is line of sight, a blocked signal so more towers needed.

6. Our TOWERS are owned and maintained by Broadcast Australia who are not focused on our community, they are privately owned, international!

7. The ABC will not upgrade its existing transmission network i.e. ABC 1602 AM in Cooma unless they receive additional funding from the Federal Government, and then would ‘consider any competing priorities across the network’. REALLY?

8. With snow traffic, vehicle accidents causing traffic diverted onto sub-standard rural roads the Monaro can be a hazardous area. ABC 1602AM broadcasts these events WHEN THEY HAPPEN, but who can receive them? ARE WE SAFE? RUBBISH!

Brian CurzonCooma Rural Resident

RiposteLisa Ashurst

Once upon a time a day at the Royal Easter Show was a big day out for Sydneysiders. It was when the Country came to the City to showcase the pick of its livestock and produce and the Moore Park venue thrummed with the sights, sounds and smells of rural Australia. I loved the livestock pavilions where I patted everything I could reach. But I think those heady delights are on the wane and this is evident in the Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) of NSW expressing concerns about fewer people through the gates, falling revenues and the mounting effort to maintain the Show’s relevance to city dwellers.

So what went wrong? Could be any number of things but two stick out for me. Firstly, it was the change of venue in 1995. The Sydney Showground at Moore Park just had a vibe, you know? It may have catered to other things throughout the year but it was the home of the Royal Easter Show and that show-vibe seemed to permeate the place. In relocating it to the more sterile environs of the Sydney Olympic Park, the Show lost it’s soul I think. A bit like what happened to Paddy’s Market when it was shifted. They should have just let it be. But anyway…

The other thing is the Showbags. Originally known as Sample Bags, they first appeared in 1900 when companies displaying their wares at the Show noticed that stalls giving away freebies attracted more people and generated more business. Others followed suit and began placing samples of their products in labelled bags and the bags became very popular. By the time I was going to

the Show, sample bags were called Showbags and while they were no longer free, they were still very affordable and the contents were really good! Mainly though, they were relevant. Also affordable were the rides, the food, the novelties and the cost of trying your luck at the shooting galleries, the laughing clowns and all the other quirky attractions along Sideshow Alley. A mum and dad with a tribe of kids could have a really good day at the Show without killing the budget.

Showbags took a dive though when bags with no relevance to the Show began appearing in the Showbag pavilion. Containing cheap contents at inflated prices, once one got in the rest of the generic bags followed. Then came the Disney movie bags (why?) and, the cheap plastic toy and costume bags and the list goes on. Like, why does an agricultural show need a marie claire or Girlfriend Showbag? Or the Kyle & Jackie O World Famous Showbag? MKR and Home and Away? K-Zone? If there’s a connection here to agriculture I must have missed it. They’re pricey too.

Then there’s the gate charge. Fairly reasonable when I still lived in Sydney, today it will cost you $40.50 per adult and $25.00 per child. That’s steep. Sure, the RAS, a non profit organisation, puts the money back into supporting the needs of and raising the profile of regional Australia but I think the pricey entry, on top of the rising costs of just about everything else once through the gate, may have put the Show out of reach for many families today and that’s sad.

Oh well…happy Easter anyway…

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COUNCIL MEETINGMONDAY 11 APRIL 2016, COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ 5.30PM

Council will be holding its ordinary council meeting Monday 11 April 2016, commencing at 5.30pm with Public Forum at 6.00pm where residents are welcome to address Council on any matter. Please ensure you arrive

at 5.45pm if you wish to address council.Business Papers are available to the public on Council’s website www.cooma.nsw.gov.au the Thursday of the week preceding the meeting.

MURRAY-DARLING REGIONAL ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION PROGRAMME (MDREDP)

NSW Murray-Darling communities have an opportunity to secure funding for their region to create more jobs , strengthen and diversify their economies. On Thursday 12 November 2015 the Australian and NSW governments announced the latest round of funding for the Murray-Darling Regional Economic Diversifi cation Programme (MDREDP) .

In this round $14.1 million of funding has been allocated through two funding streams to better support the community, including $4.1 million available through the Energise Enterprise Fund (EEF) for small business capability building and economic development projects to be administered by the NSW Offi ce of Small Business Commissioner (OSBC).

Types of projects eligible for the EEF includes: skills capability building projects, small economic development projects which support small business initiatives and economic development studies with clearly actionable and supported outcomes. Eligible organisations who may apply for this stream of funding include NSW local councils and not-for-profi ts.

Applications received on or before Tuesday 2pm (AEDT - Sydney time) 19 April 2016 will be entered into the second assessment round. Applications will remain open until either the funding allocation has been exhausted or on 30 September 2016.

Further information is available at www.industry.nsw.gov.au/murraydarlingfund.

COOMA LIVESTOCK SELLING CENTREPROPOSED FEE FOR SELLING A COW WITH CALF AT FOOT

Council is proposing to set the fee for selling a Cow with Calf at Foot at the Cooma Livestock Selling Centre for 2015/16 at $8.35. Written comments from the public are invited until Wednesday 6 April 2016 at 5.00 pm.

The proposal is:

That the fee for selling a cow with calf at foot at the Cooma Livestock Selling Centre for 2015/16 be set at $8.35

All comments should be addressed to:

The General ManagerCooma-Monaro Shire CouncilPO Box 714 Cooma NSW 2630Or emailed to [email protected]

For any enquiries please contact Council’s Recreation and Property Manager, Mr Ross Lawley on 02 6455 1840 or [email protected]

DRAFT BADJA RESERVE PLAN OF MANAGEMENT 2016Notice is given of the exhibition of the draft Cooma-Monaro Council Badja Reserve Plan of Management 2016. Draft Badja Reserve Plan of Management 2016 is exhibited for a period of eight (8) weeks from Wednesday, 2 March 2016 to Wednesday, 27 April 2016.

The Draft document is available for viewing at:− Council Offi ces, 81 Commissioner Street, Cooma (Mon-Fri – 8.30am – 4.45pm)− Monaro Regional Library, 61 Vale Street, Cooma (Mon-Fri – 9.30am – 5.00pm & Sat – 9.30am – 1.00pm)

− Cooma Visitors Centre, 119 Sharp Street, Cooma (Mon-Sun – 9.00am – 3.00pm)− Council’s website – www.cooma.nsw.gov.au

Any person may make written submissions to Council about the draft Badja Reserve Plan of Management 2016 during the exhibition period until 5.00pm Wednesday, 27 April 2016.Submissions are to be addressed to: General Manager, Cooma-Monaro Shire Council, PO Box 714, Cooma NSW 2630 or [email protected]

COOMA LIVESTOCK SELLING CENTRE - PROPOSED FEES FOR TRUCK PARKINGCouncil is proposing to introduce a fee for the parking of trucks and trailers within the Cooma Livestock Selling Centre and written comments from the public are invited until Thursday 31st March at 5.00pm.

The proposal is:• That an annual fee of $1,000 for parking up to two trailers at any time at the Cooma Livestock Selling Centre be set;• That a $50 per day per trailer casual parking fee at

the Cooma Livestock Selling Centre be set.All comments should be addressed to:The General ManagerCooma-Monaro Shire CouncilPO Box 714 Cooma NSW 2630Or emailed to [email protected] any enquiries please contact Council’s Recreation and Property Manager, Mr Ross Lawley on 02 6455 1840 or [email protected]

POSITIONS VACANTRECREATION AND PROPERTY SUPERVISOR

Council has a position available in the Engineering Services Division for Recreation and Property Supervisor at the Cooma Works Depot.

File Ref: PV42 Salary & Hours: $1242 – $1273.10 / week. 76 hours worked over a 9 day fortnight Applications Close: Extended to 4.00pm, Friday 18 March 2016

Further information on the above positions can be obtained by calling Human Resources on (02) 6455 1707. For an information package go to Council’s website: www.cooma.nsw.gov.au or collect from Council Front Reception.

ATTENTION USERS OF COOMA MONARO SPORTING FACILITIES

All intending users for the forthcoming winter season (1 April 2016 to 30 September 2016) are required to book the facilities in advance.Bookings will only be accepted on Council’s application form, available from Cooma Visitor’s Centre. All bookings must be lodged at the Cooma Visitors’ Centre by close of business Friday 25 March, and all required dates and items should be clearly indicated.Special purpose bookings (eg: for annual or occasional events) can be made at

any time for these facilities, however a Notice of Intention to Organise an Event Application Form available from Council’s Planning Section may need to be submitted at least 90 days before the event.Contact (02) 6455 1742 for more information.JOHN VUCICGENERAL MANAGER 81 Commissioner StreetPO Box 714COOMA NSW 2630

EASTER OPENING HOURS FOR COOMA LANDFILL, SCRAPMART AND TRANSFER STATIONS

Good Friday25th March

Easter Saturday26th March

Easter Sunday27th March

Easter Monday28th March

Cooma Landfill CLOSED 1pm - 5pm CLOSED CLOSED

ScrapMart CLOSED 1pm – 5pm CLOSED CLOSED

Bredbo CLOSED 10am – 1pm 10am– 1pm 10am – 12pm

Nimmitabel CLOSED CLOSED 10am – 5pm CLOSED

Numeralla CLOSED 9am – 1pm 9am – 1pm 8am – 10am

WEATHER PERMITTING THE FOLLOWING WORKS WILL CONTINUE

Maintenance Grading Kybeyan RoadMt Forest RoadCarlaminda RoadGravel MaintenanceThe Peak RoadJerangle RoadWarrens Corner RoadMurrells Road

Rural MaintenanceShannons Flat Road – Seal Heavy PatchConstructionJerangle Road Culvert ExtensionsVale/Commissioner Street Intersection UpgradeRock Flat Creek Bridge

RepairsSealing TeamCountegany Road Shoulder RepairsNumeralla Road Shoulder RepairsSpringfi eld Road Pothole RepairsScotts Road Patching

OPEN DAY - LAKE WALLACE CONSTRUCTION Council invites interested persons to an Open Day to view the construction works of Lake Wallace Dam.

Time: 10.00am – 12.00middayWhen: Saturday 19 March 2016 Where: at the site, 4444 Monaro Highway, Nimmitabel

If you require further information, please contact Mr Keith Walker on (02) 6455 1815.

BACK TO COOMA CELEBRATIONS25-28 MARCH 2016

ONLINE REGISTRATIONS AND BOOKINGS

NOW OPEN

www.backtocooma.comDO YOU OWN LAND IN THE SHIRE?Owners of land in Cooma Shire are reminded that all land owned by you must be kept in a safe and healthy state.Vacant land or premises which have been vacated are required to be maintained and not become overgrown and a site for storage of waste materials.Council is often called to assist where property is left unattended and long grass becomes a potential fi re

danger. Problems also arise where waste and building materials are accumulated on land and provide a harbour for vermin.All property owners/developers within the shire are requested to conduct regular maintenance on their properties to ensure they remain in a safe and healthy state.

CLASS CORNER22 Wednesday March 16, 2016

Saturday April 9, 2016at the Multifunction Centre

Music Supplied byBig Connexions Dance Band

(18 Piece orchestra and vocals)

St Patrick’s Parish Presents

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Technology comes to SMGS kindergarten classes

“In the Kindergarten/Year 1 class, the students are learning about friendships and how we can care for each other. The children read a story called “Amy and Louis”and then talked about why friends are important. The students had to think about a time they were helped by one of their friends or a time when they

have helped their friends. The students used iPad’s to record each other’s stories which were watched back as a whole class, and then created a mini movieto share our learning with one another and our families.” Ms Smith K/1 Teacher

SMGS takes on HICES swimming carnival

On Tuesday March 8, a small group of Snowy Mountains Grammar School students and parents travelled up to Sydney to compete in the HICES Primary Swimming Carnival at the Sydney Olympic Aquatic Centre at Homebush.

The students had an excellent day with our small but determined team. It was an amazing opportunity for the children to swim in such an awe-inspiring venue, and the support from our small group of supporters was one of the loudest at the carnival.

It’s always going to be tough competing against the large schools with active swim programs but we definitely held our own and the team did a wonderful job, with a couple of third place finishes and the

majority finishing just outside the top three. The SMGS team topped off a great day with the

girls’ and boys’ teams competing in the open relay events, with our 8, 9 and 10 year old competitors stepping up to compete against the 11–13 year olds.

While we didn’t have the fastest teams in the pool, we definitely had the most fun and, unlike some of the more competitive schools, neither of the teams was disqualified, which was a great effort. An honourable mention for the girls’ relay team who advised me that they were the most colourfully dressed team in the whole competition.

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The ladies of the Bombala district came together for a cheerful celebration of International Women’s Day in Delegate on March 8.

The inspiring day of networking kicked off with morning tea and stalls in the School of Arts, while a series of guest speakers added interest to the event.

Bombala Council’s Lana Martin spoke to the gathering about changes in local health services, while Karen Cash briefed the group on the progress of the Bundian Way Project that has just seen the driving route around Delegate finalised.

Miriam Aigner took the opportunity to hand over a beautiful artwork to the History Museum of Delegate, explaining how the beautiful silk fabric piece was created from original photos.

The history theme was continued as Penny Judge and Ellery Farran gave a very moving reading of WWI letters from nurses on the frontline, highlighting the horrors of war and the important role nurses played.

Dressed in a nurse’s uniform, Ellery sat at a little wooden desk on stage reading the letters to the group as Penny showed photos from the war front in a slideshow.

After a lovely Women’s Day lunch, keynote speaker Jacquie Ford discussed ways to change thinking on the status of women.

Jacquie touched on the importance of equal education opportunities, and the need for women to be more assertive and to support each other in their endeavours.

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day was Parity, and Jacquie pointed out that women’s wages are around 17 percent less than men’s for the same occupation.

She explained that the World Economic Forum predicted in 2014 that it would take until 2095 to achieve global gender parity. Then one year later in 2015, they estimated that a slowdown in the already glacial pace of progress meant the gender gap wouldn’t close entirely until 2133, 117 years from now.

Jacquie’s was a stimulating presentation that got attendees motivated and talking about their own workplace experiences.

The presentation of Women’s Day Awards concluded the day, with the following local women being recognised -

Gabrielle Rea, Young Businesswoman of the Year 2016 for her contribution to the Bombala business community;

Faye Simpson, Inspiring Woman of the Bombala Region for her work with the Friends of the Bombala Railway;

Eileen Hampshire, Inspiring

Woman of the Bombala Region for her work with the Bombala Relay for Life event;

Keren Anderson, Inspiring Businesswoman of the Bombala Region for assisting with revitalising the Bombala main street;

Sandra Walker, Inspiring Woman of the Bombala Region for helping to connect the Delegate community through her Tuesday Club activities;

Irene Turnbull, Inspiring Woman of the Bombala Region for her many charitable works, including cooking for a large number of street stalls and voluntarily providing manicure services to residents at Currawarna.

Delegate celebrates International Women’s day

The Bombala district’s International Women’s Day Award winners were Sandra Walker, Gabby Rea, Irene Turnbull, Faye Simpson and Keren Anderson.

Keynote speaker of the Women’s Day event in Delegate last Tuesday was Jacquie Ford who was welcomed by

Bombala Council’s Lana Martin.

Miriam Aigner presented a stunning fabric artwork to the Delegate History Museum, also passing on a book about

the work to the museum’s Doreen Standen.

Cooma Show 2016

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Cooma Show livestock results

Cottage Creek’s Reserve champion ewe, Greg Alcock demonstrates blade shearing, Kaludah’s Grand Champion bull, Adina’s champion fine wool ewe; Greenlands champion fleece;

Curry Indy Stud’s charolais,Conrayn and Royalla’s reserve champion and champion super-fine rams, Greenland’s champion fine wool ram; wool steward Ben Litchfield and supreme British

exhibit from Gingamona Poll Dorset Stud.Centre Adam Schubert shearing.

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Experts are urging sheep producers to use a qualified professional to identify and treat footrot to avoid wasting time and resources with an incorrect diagnosis or treatment plan. Footrot is a bacterial disease, with many strains that present with a wide expression of signs from mild lameness in the case of benign footrot to very severe lameness with virulent footrot strains. It often takes an experienced operator to identify exactly which strain is present and to devise the best course of action.

Vets John Webb Ware and Pat Kluver are training contractors to help sheep producers control this devastating disease in the most cost effective manner. The training is a collaboration between the Mackinnon Project at The University of Melbourne and Livestock Biosecurity Network, together with the Livestock Contractors Association and GoTAFE.

“Footrot is a costly disease on individual farms, and in the high rainfall zone of southern Australia it’s still a very important disease. It can cost producers up to $3-4 per head per year to manage the disease, and is in fact one of the most costly diseases that we deal with,” Dr Webb Ware said.

“It’s in the interest of producers and the industry to control it for the financial and welfare implications, but it’s the virulent strains that we are concerned about that cause economic losses, restrict trade and affect the welfare of sheep.”

Dr Webb Ware said it was essential to correctly identify the strain of footrot present, which could be difficult for the untrained eye - in the early stages benign footrot can look very similar to the virulent strain but won’t develop any further.

“It can take quite some time and repeated inspections by someone who knows what they’re looking for to confirm that the diagnosis is benign,” he said.

“On the other hand, if it is found to be virulent then the next step is to design a control and eradication program, and that can take up to a few years to achieve.

“There are also a number of other conditions that can cause lameness and be confused with footrot, but for an experienced operator it’s a fairly straight forward procedure to rule these out and confirm the right management steps.”

LBN’s Dr Pat Kluver said footrot was well known for being highly infectious and for this reason it was important for producers to have a biosecurity plan in place to prevent footrot entering their properties in the first place.

“Footrot is predominantly spread through purchase of sheep or sheep coming onto the property through fences, so it’s essential to have 100 per cent stock proof fencing as the first step,” Dr

Kluver said.“When buying in stock, you can break down

biosecurity into three steps to really minimise your risk. Firstly the pre-purchase stage covers your due diligence, such as insisting upon a Sheep Health Statement, inspecting the sheep or having someone to inspect them for you to make sure they don’t have footrot as far as you can see.

“Step two is at the farm gate. Use a 10 per cent zinc sulphate footbath - this will clear up any bacteria they have picked up in the last couple of days from the saleyards or the truck, but it won’t get rid of any entrenched footrot.

“Finally, footrot isn’t visible all year round so the quarantining of new sheep is essential until you are sure they don’t have footrot. For south east Australia, that is at least a couple of months over a warm, moist spring period.”

Dr Kluver said that above all it was better to be safe than sorry in responding to any signs of footrot and to call in the experts - be they sheep vets or experienced contractors – as soon as producers notice any signs of lameness.

More information on footrot management is available at www.lbn.org.au

Pictured:Dr John Webb Ware, Senior Consultant with the Mackinnon Project, University of Melbourne. Click on the image above to

download the high resolution version.

Taking the pain out of footrot identifi cation

Former Governor of NSW Professor Dame Marie Bashir AD, CVO will receive a warm welcome from ICPA- NSW delegates in her role as key note speaker at the 44th Annual State Conference in Griffith.

The two day conference at the Griffith Leagues Club will officially be opened on Wednesday 16th March by David Houston AM, ICPA-NSW and ICPA (Aust) Life Member.

Neville Dwyer, Director Griffith Child Care Centre is set to address the conference with his much anticipated presentation entitled “Decline of Play; Rise in Mental Health”, whilst Telstra Area General Manager Capital South East, Chris Taylor will update the conference on communications issues. Jonathan James from NBN Co will also be in attendance.

Yanco Drum Corp will keep the delegates entertained for the wrap up of day one.

Early Childhood EducationThe challenges rural and remote

families face with accessing early childhood education will feature heavily at conference, with particular concerns being raised from many branches across NSW regarding changes to the child care system and its impact on the future viability of mobile children’s services. Pre-schoolers having access to 15 hours per week of pre-school in

rural and remote areas will be another talking point, with solutions being debated as to how access can be better implemented.

CommunicationsAn increasing reliance on technology

to deliver education poses many challenges in rural and remote areas, and therefore a number of motions focus on the issue of internet access and mobile phone blackspots in rural and remote areas where distance education and small rural schools rely heavily to counter their isolation with the use of online learning tools.

Over 70 motions will be debated at conference by branch delegates who have travelled from all across NSW. Also present will be many government department representatives, who will be asked to contribute to conference debate. Many schools and other interested stakeholders will also be attending.

“All students - from pre-school to tertiary - living in rural and remote Australia must have access to resources that enable them to reach their full educational potential,” said Mrs Kate Treweeke, ICPA- NSW President. “This year’s conference in Griffith is an important opportunity for ICPA-NSW delegates to voice their concerns to the relevant government stakeholders, many of whom will also be in attendance.”

Generating the winds of rural education in Griffi th

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BOMBALA WEANER SALEANNUAL CALF SALE - Wednesday 20th April 2016

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Cooma Annual Calf Sale follows this Bombala Sale on the 20th April

Sheep farmers who lamb from autumn to spring are being reminded that now is the time to review your lambing checklist for the 2016 season.

“Productive sheep need careful management all year round,” says Livestock Technical Veterinarian for Virbac Australia Dr Susan Swaney. “It’s important for two reasons. One, so you can have the best possible lambing, getting the most lambs on the ground with optimal survival and growth rates. And two, so your ewes can recover quickly and be fertile for next year.”

Autumn may have just started, but as we head into the cooler months, proper planning for lambing can help farmers increase productivity and profitability.

Pregnancy scanning 45 days after rams are removed will help you separate ewes based on how many lambs they are carrying, so you can allocate feed and reduce the chance of mismothering. Triplets should be lambed down in flocks no more than 30.

Twins should be in flocks of 100 or less for Merinos and 150 for crossbreds, and singles in flocks of 250 or less for Merinos and 300 for crossbreds.

Managing the condition score of ewes is also critical to make sure lambs are born at the ideal weight of 4.5kg to 5.5kg to avoid death due to mismothering, exposure or birth difficulties. Single carrying ewes should be at CS3.0 and multiple carrying ewes at CS3.5-4.0.

“Nutrition is vital too,” says Dr Swaney. “But if you have had poor nutrition in early pregnancy it is important to give good nutrition in the last trimester.”

Some farmers increase the feed quantity for that final trimester by deferring grazing in the first weeks. The ideal food on offer (FOO) during lambing for single carrying ewes is 1200kg DM/ha, and twins and triplets is 1800kg DM/ha. During the peak lactation period this increases to 1500kg DM/ha for single carrying ewes and 2000kg DM/ha for

twins and triplets.In addition, ewes should be going into

lambing vaccinated against preventable diseases, topped up with trace minerals and treated for parasites – a treatment trio Dr Swaney describes as “treating for productivity.”

The foetus needs adequate trace minerals to prevent deficiencies, and the ewe also needs them for immunity and post-lambing recovery – as she transfers 30 per cent of her supply to the foetus. Dr Swaney recommends an injection of Multimin, which provides a top-up of zinc, manganese and selenium, to help replace the large drain put on her mineral resources at this time. Vaccines protect both ewe and lamb, especially from clostridial diseases that occur due to the trauma of birth and during the early stages of low immunity for the lamb by bolstering the colostrum. And parasite management is one of the most critical issues facing sheep farmers at this time.

“The ewe is most susceptible to parasites during lambing,” explains Dr Swaney. “During late pregnancy and lactation, there is a large drain on the ewes protein and energy, which results in a lowered immune response allowing worms in their gut to lay more eggs.”

Consequently heavy

contamination of pastures can lead to a year long problem where both ewes and young lambs are affected – impacting growth and long-term productivity.

Dr Swaney recommends a pre-lamb drench for ewes, such as Cydectin Long Acting Injection for Sheep – applied with a quick, simple injection.

“This treatment is more potent than an oral dose, and provides longer acting worm control – keeping your pastures cleaner, reducing parasite exposure to lambs and increasing productivity.”

With a long acting treatment, you need to drench less often, which may help prevent the development of worm resistance.

Complete your pre-lambing preparation by planning to crutch instead of shear. Shearing ewes pre-lambing can increase ewe feed requirements by 25-30 per cent, due to the cold. And taking ewes off pasture for shearing can cause them to lose weight. In addition the benefit of shearing to encourage ewes to seek shelter at lambing has been shown to only be effective for two weeks off shears.

“You should also keep up all your regular sheep health monitoring practices,” says Dr Swaney. “Make a checklist and stick to it to maximise the number of lambs, increase survival rates and have a successful lambing.”

Cydectin Long Acting and Multimin can be purchased through your local agricultural merchandiser.

Variety of goodskindly donated by

the local community

FETE

Time to review lambing checklist for 2016 season

For the second week in a row movement in the wool market appears to be very closely tied to the fortunes of the Aussie dollar. A two and a half percent jump in the Aussie against the US dollar was almost exactly replicated by a similar fall in the Eastern Market Indicator. Whilst it’s true that currency movement does not always play a part in the wool market it appears that the current sharp rally in the Aussie dollar was somewhat unexpected, causing exporters to temporarily pause to see if exchange rates settle. 33,662 bales were sold nationally for the week with 13.9% passed in and 4.2% withdrawn prior to sale. Major buyers included Chinatex (who were very dominant), Fox & Lillie and Global Wool Export. Forward market discounts have narrowed considerably over the past few weeks with prices available only slightly under the physical for short term contracts. Hopefully this is good indicator that the physical market will level out somewhere near

this week’s close. Two selling weeks remain before a brief one week Easter recess with rostered quantities slightly higher than the corresponding weeks last season but still well below for the full season to date.

This week’s sales41,871 bales are expected to

be on offer nationally with 8,464 in Sydney. Schute Bell, Wool Auctions, Goddard & Monaro Wool are selling on Thursday the 17th of March.

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(PG) Hosted by Manu Feildel and Pete Evans.

9.00 First Dates. (PG) A man scores a second first date.

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12.00 Parenthood. (M)

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Theory. (PG) 9.00 Movie: Just Like

Heaven. (2005) (PG) Reese Witherspoon, Mark Ruffalo. An architect moves into a haunted apartment.

11.00 To Be Advised. 12.00 Parks And Recreation. (PG)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 Movie: The End Of Eden. (1996) (M) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes

And Gardens. 8.30 Movie: Delivery

Man. (2013) (M) Vince Vaughn, Chris Pratt. A man finds out he has fathered 533 children through anonymous sperm donations.

10.50 To Be Advised. 11.50 The Goldbergs. (PG)

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. 12.00 I Dream Of Jeannie. 12.30 Horse Racing. Golden Slipper Day. Featuring five Group 1 races, including the $3.5 million Golden Slipper (1200m), $1 million George Ryder Stakes (1500m), $700,000 Ranvet Stakes (2000m), $600,000 Rosehill Guineas (2000m), and $700,000 The Galaxy Handicap (1100m). 5.30 Border Security. 6.00 News. 7.00 Movie: Planes. (2013) (PG) 9.00 Movie: Lone Survivor. (2013) (MA15+) 11.45 The Amazing Race.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Lyndey Milan’s Summer Baking Secrets. Final. 12.30 To Be Advised. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.00 News. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Sunday Night. 8.00 Border Security:

International. (PG) 8.30 The Blacklist. (M)

The founder of an internet start-up is killed.

9.30 Odyssey. Premiere. (M) Three strangers uncover a conspiracy.

11.30 Royal Pains. (M)

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9.00 Downton Abbey. (PG) Tensions between Cora and Violet reach a climax.

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Race. (PG)

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9.00 Seven Year Switch. (M) Four couples attempt to save their marriage.

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Geek Australia. (PG)

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(M) Hosted by Paul Vautin.10.30 Fugitive: Black

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NRL. Round 3. North Queensland Cowboys v Sydney Roosters. From 1300SMILES Stadium, Queensland.

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Round 3. Canterbury Bulldogs v Parramatta Eels. From ANZ Stadium, Sydney.

10.30 Jarryd Hayne: Aussie Hero, American Dream.

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Journey From Motown To Off The Wall.

11.10 Major Crimes. (M) 12.10 The Last Ship. (M)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 WIN News. 1.00 Ellen DeGeneres. (PG) 2.00 Extra. 2.30 Alive And Cooking. 3.00 News. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.30 Hot Seat. 6.00 Nine News. 7.00 WIN News. 7.30 Reno Rumble.

Return. (PG) 9.00 World’s

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Hosted by Scott Cam.8.40 Movie: Titanic. (1997)

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SVU. (MA15+) 10.30 Blue Bloods. Return. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 The Home Team. 7.30 Bold. (PG) 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. (PG) 11.00 The Talk. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 The Living Room. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Ben’s Menu. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 The Living Room. 8.30 The Graham Norton

Show. (M) Graham chats with Will Smith.

9.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 The Project.

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9.50 To Be Advised.

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Jay and Gloria plan a surprise getaway.

8.30 The People V. OJ Simpson. (M) OJ is charged for the double murder.

9.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M)

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International Comedy Festival Gala. Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

10.30 Elementary. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6.00 Ent. Tonight. 6.30 GCBC. 7.00 The Home Team. 7.30 Bold. 8.00 Family Feud. 8.30 Studio 10. 11.00 The Talk. 12.00 Dr Phil. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Ben’s Menu. 4.00 GCBC. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PG) 8.00 Territory Cops. (PG) 8.30 NCIS. (M) Insurgents

attack a group of doctors.9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 10.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 11.30 The Project.

6.00 WorldWatch. 6.30 Soccer. UEFA Champions League. Round Of 16. Second Leg. Atletico Madrid v PSV Eindhoven. 9.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Brits Who Built The Modern World. 3.00 Dateline. 3.30 Insight. 4.30 Wild Hungary. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Food Safari. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Walking Through History. 8.30 24 Hours In

Emergency. (M) 9.30 Vikings. 10.25 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.00 Survival Of The Fabulous. 11.55 Movie: 13 Semesters. (2009) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Taking On The Chocolate Frog. (M) 3.00 Living Black. 3.30 The Real White Queen And Her Rivals. (PG) 4.30 First Across Australia. (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Food Safari. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 In Defence Of

Food. (PG) 8.30 What’s The Right Diet

For You? Part 3 of 3.9.35 The Bridge. Final. (M) 10.40 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.10 I’m A Stripper. (M) 12.05 Movie: Queen To Play. (2009) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Fonko. (PG) 3.00 NITV News Week In Review. 3.30 Shane Delia’s Spice Journey. 4.30 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 Food Safari. Final. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 MythBusters. (PG) 8.30 Lost Kingdoms Of

South America: Lands Of Gold. (PG) Part 3 of 4.

9.30 Movie: Joan Of Arc. (1999) (MA15+) Milla Jovovich, Dustin Hoffman.

12.25 Movie: My Awkward Sexual Adventure. (2012) (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Equestrian. FEI Jumping World Cup. Western European League. Third competition. Highlights. 3.00 Who Do You Think You Are? 4.00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia. 4.30 Massive Moves. 5.25 Delphi: Why It Matters. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Who Do They Think

They Are? 10 Years, 100 Shows.

8.35 Movie: Shine. (1996) (PG) Geoffrey Rush, Sonia Todd.

10.30 RocKwiz. 11.35 24 Hours In Emergency. (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 12.00 Arabic News. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 The World Game. 2.00 Speedweek. 4.00 Cycling. Milan-San Remo Race. Highlights. 5.00 InCycle. Premiere. 5.30 Dan Snow: Last Heroes Of D-Day. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Story Of Egypt:

Chaos. (PG) 8.35 Rome: What Lies

Beneath. (PG) Searches for the secrets of the Roman Empire.

10.20 Netanyahu At War. 11.20 Tale Of Two Thieves: The Great Train Robbery. (M)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 André Rieu: Magic Of The Movies. 3.00 The Lakes. 3.25 The World From Above. 3.55 Coast. (PG) 5.00 Living Black. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 French Food Safari. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Brain With David

Eagleman: Who Is In Control? (PG)

8.35 Flying To The Ends Of The Earth: The Great Northern Wilderness. (PG)

9.30 Are Video Games Really That Bad? (PG)

10.30 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.00 Romanzo Criminale. (MA15+)

6.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Wagner’s Ring: A Tale Told In Music. 2.45 Butterflies. (PG) 3.00 Tracks And Trails. 3.30 Fracking: The New Energy Rush. 4.30 Wildest Islands. 5.30 Letters And Numbers. 6.00 French Food Safari. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great Continental

Railway Journeys: Athens To Thessaloniki.

8.30 Insight. Presented by Jenny Brockie.

9.30 Dateline. 10.00 The Feed. 10.45 SBS World News Late Edition. 11.00 Miniseries: The Heavy Water War.

RATING ADVICE: (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence PLEASE NOTE: Listings are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the networks.

Prime Time TV Guide March 16–22

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Finance Consultant

Heather Anoleck

Mobile: 0431 351 873

Specialist advice for:

Weekend and evening appointments available.

Whatever your home loan requirements, let me find the best solution for you!

E: [email protected]

Unit 3/30 Baron St, Cooma, NSW

is a credit representative (Credit Representative Number 438947) of BLSSA Pty Ltd (Australian Credit Licence No. 391237)

Autumn is here!Here we are now into the next season, which means the year is slowly passing us by once more. Summer is officially over, and winter looms closer. So far this year, interest rates have remained stable, and while some Lenders increased their variable rates at the end of last year, there are some very low fixed rates available. There has been some reduction of fixed rates, and now could be the time to consider locking your loan in to take advantage. Fixed loans won’t suit everyone’s circum-stance, but I can help you determine if it is the best course for you.Whether you want to review an existing loan, or looking at taking out a new loan, it can pay to look at the different options, and compare. I have access to the current rates & offers with many Lenders. With flexible appointment times, and with access to many different Lenders, I can take the hard work & stress out of the process for you. With a range of referral partners in place, I am also happy to be your first contact for other financial areas – i.e. business finance, or financial planning. Whatever your financial needs, I can point you in the right direction. Please phone me for a free consultation now, on mobile 0431 351 873

Contact Craig Schofield: 02 6452 4979 M: 0414 865 922 E: [email protected] W: oneagency.com.au

Sunsets last longer

258 Towerangvale RdApprox 4.45 hectares

$720,000 • 5 Beds, 2 Bath, 3 Car

Set upon a block of more than 4.4 hectares this residence sits at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. From the front door you are greeted by a generous entrance hall and high ceilings throughout which gives a great feeling of space.

Brushed with a fresh country flavour this family home offers a stunning design inside and out. Ultra spacious living areas include lounge, dining, family, meal & guest room plus a study. Also included is a large rumpus room, which opens onto sundrenched full veranda’s, looking out over a rural landscape.

Numerous special features include, French doors, high 10`ceilings, WI pantry, BIWs in all bedrooms and a WIW and ensuite in the main. Large 6` windows in every room let in light all year round while the carpeted areas and bathrooms have in slab heating, combine this with insulation and a double sided wood heater and comfortable is a perfect way to describe the home. Some newer additions include a dam for stock, RC Unit and cook top.

The Home itself is approx 31 squares of living add to this a 2.4mtr veranda surrounding the home and a 3 bay garage workshop and size is another perfect description.

Located on Towerangvale rd only a couple of one irons to the Golf Course and under 10 minutes to Cooma privacy and convenience are yours.

Water is not a problem as 2 X rainwater storage tanks collect rainwater off the garage, combined with the community bore ensures an endless supply. This is a reluctant sale by the vendors so their pain is definitely your gain.

It’s not too often that opportunities like this present themselves so don’t let this one slip by.

An inspection by appointment only so if a tree change is on the agenda this masterpiece of style and comfort is a must to inspect.



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Contact Craig Schofield: 6452 6121 M: 0414 865 922 E: [email protected] W: oneagency.com.au

Don't Pass This, Buy! For sale $245,000

dining room.

REDUCED TO $399,500

|

The View Should Be Framed

4 2| | 2

Budget Conscious? For sale $238,000

3 1| | 1

home acre

For sale $159,000Absolute Winner

24 | |2

3 1| | 1

More than just a place to live

155 Warrens Corner Road$355,000 • Approx 26 Acres

5 bed 1 bath 2 Car

Wake up to the fresh relaxing feeling that a small acreage has to offer!

Located approx. 20 minutes from Cooma on the edge of Numeralla I have listed a lovely family property on approx. 26 Acres. If the kids are into the outdoors, horses, exploring the bush, motorbikes, swimming etc. then I have found the property for you.

The home has been renovated over the years and now has a modern kitchen open plan lounge with timber flooring, 5 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms with an office, access to the river for water and fantastic

views to Numeralla and the river flats. There is more3 Paddocks currently for used for horses and

a timber round yard, double garage used as farm machinery accommodation

A great family property in a peaceful and scenic location while being close to Cooma.

The owner have priced to sell this property in today’s market

If you want a beautiful rural setting that is close to town, then this is the one for you!



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168 Sharp Street COOMA NSW

BCBOLLER & COMPANYstock & station real estate agents

Ph: 6452 4155www.bollerco.com.au

9 Windarra Place, Cooma

5 Bed, 2 bath, 2 Car

$399,000

This double brick home is enor-mous, yet very practical. Featuring a functional country timber kitchen with breakfast bench. Spacious lounge room with slow combustion wood heating. Modern family bath-room with corner spa. Five good sized bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes. Main bedroom has an ensuite.

Enjoy the relaxing veranda’s both front and rear. Double garage with workshop and solar panels (5kw) have been installed recently.Low maintenance landscaped garden with excellent fencing.Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with the Radio Hill nature reserve at the rear.

168 Sharp Street COOMA NSW

BCBOLLER & COMPANY Ph: 6452 4155www.bollerco.com.au

stock & station real estate agents

6 Adina Place, CoomaCOULD THIS BE YOUR NEXT FAMILY HOME?

$220,000

AMAZING VIEWS

3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car

Home loan demand plummets in JanuaryNew data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has found home loan demand fell significantly in January.

According to the January Housing Finance Data, 55,786 home loans were approved over the course of the month – down 3.9% from 58,026 in December.

Mortgage Choice chief executive officer John Flavell said while the drop in home loan demand was significant, it wasn’t surprising.

“The property market always tends to cool off in January. Australians are too busy enjoying the festive season and going on holidays to worry about purchasing property or taking out a home loan,” he said.

“It is also important to note that

while home loan demand did drop slightly in January, it didn’t fall off a cliff. More than 55,000 home loans were approved throughout the course of the month, which is incredibly strong by historical standards.”

“It is hard to compare January’s results with December as home loan demand actually hit an eight year high in December.”

Throughout the month of January, more than $31 billion in home loans were written – down 3.4% on the month prior.

Mr Flavell said a drop in both owner occupied and investor demand was responsible for the overall drop in the value of home loans written.

“In January, just over $11 billion in investment home loans

was written – down 1.6% on the month prior. Meanwhile, the value of all owner occupied home loans written was just over $20.5 billion – down 4.3% from December,” he said.

“Today’s results are perfectly in line with long term industry trends. Moving forward, the property market should remain relatively robust. Despite ongoing commentary that some parts of Australia are in the midst of a housing bubble, interest rates continue to sit at historical lows – making the cost of borrowing incredibly affordable.”

“As such, we should continue to see a steady stream of buyers entering the market looking to take advantage of the current rate environment.”

New report on housing aff ordability “accurate”: Mortgage Choice CEO

Mortgage Choice chief executive officer John Flavell has labelled the Australian Population Research Institute’s report, Sydney and Melbourne’s Housing Affordability crisis, as “mostly accurate”.

“In the report by The Australian Population Research Institute, it was suggested that while property demand is strong, the supply coming onto the market isn’t the right type.

“An increasing number of high rise apartments are being constructed in the capital cities, and while this type of property is needed, the report suggests that there is only a limited market for this type of dwelling. As such, we could see an oversupply of apartments in the near future.

“I would strongly agree that more needs to be done from a state planning perspective to ensure the right type of properties are being built.

“In Australia, we are wedded to the idea of the family home being three bedrooms and several bathrooms all sitting on its own block of land.

“For supply to keep pace with demand, what we need to see is a huge influx of three bedroom homes with their own backyard.

“Of course, we cannot manufacture more open space in the inner city suburbs. As such, any houses currently being built are constructed on the outer fringes – far from the city and where public transport linkages aren’t great.

“Our transportation systems do not provide quick and easy access to jobs and services in the city.

“If the issue of housing affordability is to be properly addressed, the government needs to take a more consistent and efficient approach to planning and investment in infrastructure. Rail links in particular need to be given special attention so that people can easily access jobs and services.

“But while I agree with the report in so far as I believe the right type of supply isn’t being built, I do not agree that property prices will collapse as a result.

“If we were going to see a massive slump in house prices, not only would we need everybody to sell their properties at the same time, but we would need to see a significant oversupply of properties. I do not expect this to happen.”

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Shannon Fergusson | M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004E: [email protected] | www.fergussonrealestate.com.au | 50 Vale St, Cooma

1A Boona St, Cooma

Asking $405,000

13 Wangie St, Cooma

Reduced $365,000

2 Maclean St, Numeralla

Asking $205,000

155 Warrens Corner Rd, Numeralla

Asking $355,000

All the hard work is done!!

6 Goonda CoomaAsking $229,000

Quietly, but well positioned this fully renovated home is just a short walk from both high schools and primary schools and offers a great opportunity to purchase a tastefully renovated home for you to move into and enjoy. The home is set on a spacious 740 sqm with front and rear yards, as well as rear lane access.

OTHER FEATURES INCLUDE:• Beautifully presented both inside and out, this

home will capture your eye on arrival• Spacious open plan, modern kitchen and living

area• Very light and bright throughout, with large new

entertaining area opening out from the living area• Very spacious modern kitchen with dining

combined• New and modern bathroom + internal laundry• 3 spacious bedrooms all with built ins• Polished timber floor throughout, natural gas

heating as well as reverse cycle air conditioning• 2 garages + carport, very neat gardens and

lawns

This property will offer a great opportunity at this price for first home buyers and investors alike. Owners moving overseas so BE QUICK!!



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rh.com.au

AUC TIONAUC TIONPRIME COMMERCIAL

VACANT SITE

55 Vale St. Cooma NSW936.5 Sq Metres

* Zoning: B3 Commercial Core.20 metres from a busy roundabout and highway.

Surrounded by commercial premises including NAB,Westpac, Newsagency, Chemist,

Hotels, Library, Taxi Rank, Restaurants, Public Car Park.

A VIBRANT CBD LOCATION

Auction: In our rooms, 11am, 9th April, 2016Agent: Don Menchin 0413 028 795

www.rh.com.au/9382108

rh.com.auPh 6452 3777SHARP ST, COOMA

M: 0429 788 143 | Office: 6452 7004E: [email protected] |

www.fergussonrealestate.com.au | 50 Vale St, Cooma

Executive family home

14 Tulong Ave,CoomaAsking $425,000

Beautifully located in a quiet, family friendly, residential position, high above Cooma with views and excellent privacy. The gardens are beautifully established which create a magnificent family living environment.

Great features include:• Double and single brick family

residence• Excellent privacy with rear lane

access• A large versatile home featuring

two spacious living areas• Modern open plan kitchen/family

room

• Four spacious bedrooms with built-ins

• Two bathrooms and internal laundry

• A very large fully self-contained flat with full kitchen, two bedrooms and private access

• Beautiful light throughout the home• Great verandah with views on

northern side of house• Double lock up garage, solar

system, pizza oven. What a great family home!!

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Cooma Show 2016

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY7.00 Spicks And

Specks. (PG) 7.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.15 Doctor Who:

Confidential. 8.30 Good Game. (M) 9.00 Peep Show. (M) 9.30 Banged Up

Abroad. (M) 10.15 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.00 Ross Kemp: Extreme

World. (M) 11.40 The Audience.

7.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG)

7.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.15 Doctor Who:

Confidential. 8.30 Louis Theroux. (M) 9.30 Ross Kemp: Extreme

World. (M) 10.15 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.00 Jo Brand: Barely

Live. (M) 11.50 Doctor Who. (PG)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Build A New Life In

The Country. (PG) 8.15 Dream Build. 8.30 Jo Brand: Barely

Live. (M) 9.20 Bodyshockers: Nips,

Tucks And Tattoos. (M) 10.10 The 45 Stone

Virgin. (M) 10.55 My Baggy Body. (M) 11.45 Nick Baker’s Weird

Creatures. (PG)


7.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. (PG)

8.35 Inside The Body Beautiful: How Fat Works. (PG)

9.35 I Want To Change My Body. (M)

11.00 Glamour Models, Mum And Me. (M)

12.00 Glamour Model Mum, Baby & Me. (PG)


7.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.30 Inside The Body

Beautiful: How Cosmetic Surgery Works. (PG)

9.30 The 45 Stone Virgin. (M)

10.20 My Baggy Body. (M)

11.10 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 11.50 Hack Live On Body

Obsession.


7.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.20 Doctor Who:

Confidential. 8.30 Glamour Model Mum,

Baby & Me. (PG) 9.30 Plus Sized Wars. (M) 10.20 The Agony Of… (M) 10.45 The Weekly. (M) 11.15 Jimmy Fallon. (PG) 12.00 Penn & Teller:

Fool Us. (M)

7.00 Spicks And Specks. 7.30 Doctor Who. 8.30 Glamour Models,

Mum And Me. (M) 9.30 Bodyshockers: Nips,

Tucks And Tattoos. Final. 10.15 Tattoo Disasters UK.

Premiere. 10.40 Gok’s Teens: The

Naked Truth. 11.25 Jimmy Fallon. 12.10 Gok’s Teens: The

Naked Truth.

6.20 Mortified. 6.50 News On 3. 7.00 The Adventures Of

Merlin. (PG) 7.45 Deadly 60. 8.15 Adventure Time. 8.35 Open Heart. Dylan tries

to get the security footage.9.00 Heartland. (PG) Ty’s

mother, Lily, returns to Heartland.

9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.


Merlin. (PG) 7.45 Deadly 60. 8.15 Adventure Time. 8.35 Open Heart. (PG) Dylan

starts community service.9.00 Heartland. (PG)

Amy tries to heal an abused racehorse.

9.40 Rage. (PG) 10.45 Close.

6.05 Thunderbirds Are Go. 6.30 Horrible Histories. 7.00 Yonderland. (PG) 7.25 Deadly 60. 7.55 Degrassi: The Next

Generation. (PG) 9.00 Heartland. (PG) Tim’s

racehorse is stolen.9.40 Good Game: Pocket

Edition. (PG) A look at the Australian video game scene.

9.50 Rage. (PG)

6.10 Thunderbirds Are Go. 6.35 Horrible Histories. 7.05 Yonderland. (PG) 7.25 Deadly 60. Steve

Backshall travels to Thailand.

7.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) Dallas wants to win Alli’s affections.

9.00 Heartland. Ty plans a visit to Mrs Bell.

9.45 Close.

6.20 Mortified. 6.50 News On 3. 7.00 Adventures Of Merlin. 7.45 Deadly 60. 8.15 Adv Time. 8.35 Degrassi. Final. 8.55 Trop Jr. Final. 9.05 Heartland. 9.45 K-On! 10.10 Lanfeust Quest. 10.35 Ouran High School

Host Club. 10.55 Close.

6.05 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch.


Merlin. (PG) 7.45 Deadly 60. 8.15 Adv Time. 8.35 Degrassi. (PG) 8.55 Trop Jr. 9.05 Heartland. (PG) 9.50 Rage. (PG) 10.50 Close.

6.15 Pocket Protectors. 6.20 Dance Academy. Final. 6.50 News On 3. 7.00 The Adventures Of

Merlin. (PG) 7.45 Deadly 60. 8.15 Adventure Time. 8.35 Degrassi: The Next

Generation. (PG) 8.55 Trop Jr. (PG) 9.05 Heartland. (PG) 9.50 Rage. (PG) 10.50 Close.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky.

(PG) 8.30 The Last Detective.

(M) Dangerous Davies investigates a suspicious death.

10.00 Blue Murder. (M) 11.15 Bargain Hunt. 12.15 Homes Under

The Hammer.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Cities Of The

Underworld: Beneath Vesuvius – Naples. (PG) Hosted by Don Wildman.

8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) Frost joins forces with an RSPCA inspector in a raid on a dogfight, which has deadly consequences.

10.30 Waking The Dead. (MA15+)

11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 7.00 A Very British

Airline. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The

Country. Hosted by Jules Hudson.

9.30 Escape To The Continent.

10.45 Before And After. Return.

11.15 World’s Strictest Parents. (PG)

12.15 The Border. (PG)

6.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG)

6.30 Secret Location. Return. (PG)

7.30 Fantasy Homes By The Sea.

8.30 Escape To The Country.

9.30 Nick Knowles’ Original Features.

10.30 Storage Hoarders. (PG)

11.30 Secret Location. (PG)

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Indian

Doctor. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The

Country. Prospective buyers find their dream homes.

9.30 The House That 100K Built.

10.45 Front Of House. 11.15 Best Houses

Australia. (PG) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Fawlty Towers.

(PG) Manuel’s pet hamster escapes.

8.15 Keeping Up Appearances. (PG) Hyacinth looks forward to her wedding anniversary.

8.45 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) Miss Toronto is electrocuted.

10.45 Suspects. (M) 11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Jonathan Creek. (M)

A man appears to be in two places at once.

8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. (M) The body of a British child who was abducted 15 years ago, is discovered in the grounds of an Italian country villa.

10.30 Lovejoy. (M) Eric argues with a garbageman.

11.45 Bargain Hunt.

6.30 MythBusters: Sonic Boom Sound Off/Bending A Bullet. (PG)

7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Ice Road Truckers.

(PG) Jack is stranded by an avalanche.

9.30 Counting Cars. (PG) Follows the crew at Count’s Kustoms.

10.30 Car Chasers. (PG) 11.30 Operation Repo. (M)

6.30 MythBusters: DRYving In The Rain/Popcorn Pandemonium. (PG)

7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) Penny rethinks her life choices.

9.00 Family Guy. (M) 9.30 American Dad!

(M) Stan questions his marriage.

10.00 Tattoo Nightmares. (M)

11.30 Rude Tube. (M)

6.30 Swamp People. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG)

A skylarking motorist causes a gridlock.

8.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 8.30 Surveillance Oz:

Dashcam. (PG) A look at dashcam footage.

9.00 Movie: Rambo. (2008) (MA15+) Sylvester Stallone, Julie Benz.

10.45 Movie: Blue Thunder. (1983) (M)

6.00 Doomsday Preppers. (PG) A man preps to save his family.

7.00 Movie: Top Gun. (1986) (PG) Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis. Pilots compete at an elite US flying school.

9.30 Movie: Snatch. (2000) (MA15+) Jason Statham, Alan Ford. Crooks try to retrieve a valuable diamond.

11.40 Locked Up Abroad. (M)

6.00 Movie: Twister. (1996) (PG) Helen Hunt.

8.30 Movie: Safe House. (2012) (M) Denzel Washington, Ryan Reynolds. After being tasked with looking after a fugitive in a safe house, a CIA agent must defend himself and his charge.

10.50 Movie: The Scorpion King 3: Battle For Redemption. (2011) (M)

6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 World’s Craziest

Fools. (PG) 8.00 Surveillance Oz. (PG) 8.30 Storage Wars. (PG)

The buyers head to Ontario, California.

9.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) The buyers head to a cowboy-themed auction.

10.30 America’s Hardest Prisons. (M)

11.45 Operation Repo. (M)

6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.30 The Big Bang

Theory. (PG) Sheldon and Penny bond.

8.30 Pawn Stars. (PG) A photo of Albert Einstein is on offer.

9.30 Hardcore Pawn. (M) It is the day of the big event.

10.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 11.30 Beverly Hills

Pawn. (PG)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG)

Frankie tries to get concert tickets.

7.30 Auction Hunters. (PG) 8.30 Movie: The Island.

(2005) (M) Ewan McGregor, Scarlett Johansson. In the future, two people go on the run.

11.30 Two And A Half Men. (M)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Auction Hunters.

(PG) Allen and Ton head to New Orleans.

8.00 Top Gear. (PG) The boys purchase three classic cars.

9.30 Movie: Warrior. (2011) (M) Nick Nolte, Tom Hardy. An ex-boxing champion returns home.

6.00 Batman: The Brave And The Bold. (PG)

6.30 Movie: Racing Stripes. (2005) Hayden Panettiere.

8.30 Movie: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone. (2013) (M) Steve Carell, Steve Buscemi. A veteran Las Vegas magician tries to revive his career after his longtime partner quits.

10.35 Movie: I Love You, Man. (2009) (MA15+)

6.00 Movie: Scooby-Doo! Stage Fright. (2013) Isabella Acres, Frank Welker.

7.30 Movie: Lego Batman: The Movie – DC Super Heroes Unite. (2013) (PG) Clancy Brown.

9.00 Movie: The Dark Knight Rises. (2012) (M) Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway. Batman returns to battle a new menace.

6.00 Movie: Cats & Dogs: The Revenge Of Kitty Galore. (2010) Bette Midler.

7.45 Movie: Jack The Giant Slayer. (2013) (PG) Nicholas Hoult, Ewan McGregor.

10.00 Movie: Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters. (2013) (MA15+) Jeremy Renner, Gemma Arterton.

11.45 The Originals. (MA15+)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Here Come The

Habibs! (PG) 8.10 The Big Bang

Theory. (PG) 8.40 Survivor: Kaôh Rong.

(PG) Hosted by Jeff Probst.9.40 Movie: The Campaign.

(2012) (MA15+) Will Ferrell. 11.30 Two And A

Half Men. (M)

6.00 Regular Show. (PG) 6.30 Adventure Time. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Baggage Battles. 8.00 Container Wars. (PG)

Uzi and Schlomi throw down the gauntlet.

8.30 Movie: The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug. (2013) (M) Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen. Bilbo Baggins continues his epic quest.

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Agatha Christie’s

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9.10 House Of Cards. (M) A respected politician is passed over for promotion by a new party leader, and hatches a dastardly plot to wreak revenge.

11.30 Silent Witness. (MA15+)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Border Rico. (PG) 8.30 David Attenborough’s

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9.30 Southern Justice. (M) Tells the true stories of lawmen in two states.

10.30 Death Row Stories: Innocence And The Intern. (M)

11.30 Spooks. (M)

6.30 Are You Being Served? (PG)

7.10 As Time Goes By. Lionel’s father is getting married.

8.30 Movie: The Untouchables. (1987) (M) Kevin Costner, Sean Connery. A Treasury agent sets out to catch Al Capone.

11.00 Rizzoli & Isles. (MA15+)

6.30 Heartbeat. (PG) Greengrass befriends a novelist.

8.45 Agatha Christie’s Marple. (PG) Miss Marple investigates after the dedicated fan of a Hollywood actor dies at a party.

10.45 Dalziel And Pascoe. (M)

11.55 Movie: Hud. (1963) (M)

6.30 Friends. (PG) Joey sees Chandler’s new girlfriend, Janice, kissing her estranged husband.

7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 Cricket. ICC World

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11.40 Movie: Play Dirty. (1969) (M) Michael Caine.

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9.10 Movie: The Rookie. (1990) (M) Clint Eastwood, Charlie Sheen. An ageing cop and his new, young partner set out to break up a car-theft operation.

11.40 Blackadder II. (PG)

6.30 Friends. (PG) 7.30 A Current Affair. 8.00 New Tricks. (PG)

An antiques dealer’s murder is investigated.

9.10 Midsomer Murders. (M) The slashing of a 17th-century painting at the Aspen Tallow museum sets off a series of ghostly goings-on.

11.20 The Mysteries Of Laura. (M)

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6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Undercover Boss.

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8.30 Movie: The Quick And The Dead. (1995) (M) Russell Crowe, Gene Hackman. A gunslinger gets revenge.

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6.30 Attenborough’s Great Natural Wonders Of The World.

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7.30 Cops. (PG) Officers patrol the streets of the US.

8.30 48 Hours: The Hit. (M) A look at the death of an entrepreneur with powerful friends who was blown up in his car.

9.30 Movie: Dragon Eyes. (2012) (MA15+) Cung Le, Jean-Claude Van Damme. A fighter takes on drug dealers.

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6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Epic Meal Empire.

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8.00 Epic Meal Empire. (PG) 8.30 Brumbies TV. (PG)

A look at the latest Super Rugby news.

9.05 Movie: Bad News Bears. (2005) (M) Billy Bob Thornton.

11.30 Operation Repo. (PG)

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 M*A*S*H. (PG) 7.30 Megafactories:

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11.30 King Of Queens. (PG)

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8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) Guests include Robert Duvall, Robert Downey Jr, Stephen Fry and U2.

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Mother. (PG) 8.00 Rules Of

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6.35 Flight 920. 7.00 Flight 920. 7.30 The Feed. 8.15 Brooklyn Nine-

Nine. (PG) 8.40 50 Ways To Kill

Your Mammy: Mexico. (M) Presented by Baz Ashmawy.

9.35 Vikings. 10.30 Skint. (MA15+) 11.25 South Park. (M) 11.55 The Feed.

6.30 Flight 920. Premiere. 7.30 The Feed. 8.00 Community. (PG) 8.30 UnREAL. (M) Rachel

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9.20 Starting From… Now! Part 1 of 2.

9.50 Movie: A Good Old Fashioned Orgy. (2011) (MA15+) Jason Sudeikis.

11.40 Movie: Gainsbourg. (2010) (M)

7.30 If You Are The One. 8.30 Fameless. (PG) Kat Von

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8.55 Drunk History. (M) Hosted by Derek Waters.

9.20 South Park. (M) 9.50 Uncle. (M) 10.25 Big Like Me. (MA15+) 11.30 Sex: An Unnatural

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6.00 Movie: Wolf Children. (2012) (PG) Colleen Clinkenbeard, Jad Saxton.

8.05 If You Are The One. Hosted by Meng Fei.

9.05 Bear Grylls’ Mission Survive. Final. (M) The final three contestants fight it out.

10.00 Commando School: Commando Tests. (M)

10.55 Movie: Killing Them Softly. (2012) (MA15+)

6.00 None Of The Above. Hosted by Tim Shaw.

6.30 MythBusters. (PG) 7.25 Soccer. A-League.

Round 24. Melbourne City v Brisbane Roar. From AAMI Park, Melbourne.

10.00 Movie: Project A Part II. (1987) (M) Jackie Chan, Maggie Cheung. A marine is assigned to the police force.

11.55 Movie: Aftershock. (2010) (M)

6.00 Space Dandy. (PG) 6.30 If You Are The One. 7.30 The Feed. 8.00 Travel Man: Istanbul. 8.30 MythBusters. (PG)

Adam and Jamie tackle gender-based clichés.

9.30 TPB AFK: The Pirate Bay Away From Keyboard. (M)

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11.30 Legally Brown. (M)

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President’s reportCongratulations to all those involved in the 2015 show, the show was successful both financially and in its effectiveness for our community.

Attractions ranged from the traditional show events in the ring and surrounding animal pavilions, to those new introductions such as The Pumpkin Growing contest, which sparked the competition in our local horticulturalists; The Water Balls, which provided hours of entertainment for children and children at heart, Scarecrow Competition for the creative souls and a wonderful display of produce, arts and crafts in the pavilion. .Congratulations and thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors and volunteers.

The team has worked consistently on improving the attractions, facilities and amenities for our local show.

It is a work in progress as guidelines change and evolve and as finances become available for these changes.

The stewards contribution for their

sections needs is important in this process of upgrading and constantly challenging the competitors.

A good example of this are the new, novelty jump wings for the horse ring, they worked well and had community involvement in production.

The projects we have been discussing most recently are the new cattle exhibiting area and some work on the kitchen servery and dinning hall.

Together with the Management Committee, the Council and our Stewards a plan is progressing for each of these.

Plans are in progress for the show in 2016 so let’s work together to make it as successful.

Thank you to the Executive Committee and the Committee members who are tenacious and hard working.

PresidentColeen McCoy.

Before you plunge into all of the fun of the show, the Bombala Exhibition Society would like to take this opportunity to offer a few thank yous.

While there are simply too many local sponsors of the Bombala Show to list them individually here, the Show Society would like to extend its most sincere appreciation to all of those business houses, organisations, families and individuals who give support.

Without the sponsorship of these

countless groups, the society would simply not be able to offer the community the same wonderful day of exhibitions and attractions, with local support being the reason that the Bombala Show has been titled one of the most continuous shows in the state.

Organising and running the Bombala Show requires a large and coordinated effort, and it is hoped the community will get behind Saturday’s event and enjoy all the big day has to offer.

A big thank you

It’s time to brush up on your baking, get those fleeces together and start grooming your finest rooster because the 138th Annual Bombala Show is almost here, and with it comes plenty of fun and entertainment.

Amongst the most exciting attractions keeping everyone amused this year will be the much loved Wagon Rides which are returning to the event, as well as a Chainsaw Sculptor, the Family Scavenger Hunt and a brand new Bungee Trampoline.

Of course being one of the state’s most continuous shows, the local event can also rely on some of its old favourites to draw crowds, with 2016 seeing the Bombala Exhibition Society again offering a great mixture of traditional and fresh new features.

This can be seen throughout every facet of the show, with the pavilion being a prime example of how the good old fashioned side of the event can blend easily with some more modern additions as the community showcases its talents.

After having enjoyed all of the produce and creativity of the pavilion, you can head out and start looking over the livestock on display, with the popular classes of sheep, cattle and poultry being balanced with a host of exciting horse events.

Watching the riders have so

much fun in the rings, showgoers may want to participate a little more themselves, and the Bombala Show offers a number of competitions and activities through which everyone can get involved.

Not the least of these will be the Scarecrow and Decorated Gumboot Competitions, as well as the childrens’ activities in the new Kidzone, and don’t forget to spruce up Fluffy for the Pet Show!

Speaking of pets, the Dog High Jumps once again give every canine and its owner the chance to shine on show day, while the Yard Dog Trials will have the working dogs and their owners strutting their stuff.

Mix all this with the ever-popular Quick Shear, sideshows and rides, a series of displays and stalls, and a Guess the Weight contest and you have some fairly well-occupied showgoers - with a comedy magician thrown into the mix as well!

Bombala Show Secretary, Kim Oliver says there’s no doubt this year’s show will be a cracker.

“It’s a really family friendly show,” Kim says. “It’s warm and welcoming, and we always get a great exhibition attendance as well.

“We’re one of the best value shows regionally. The variety of activities is always huge and this year is no different.”

There is simply not the space here to mention absolutely everything that will be presented to the community on March 19 at the Bombala Show, but the following pages will go a long way to assure the community that a feast of fun is

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Long list of attractions for show dayOpening CeremonyAs has become the tradition,

our Bombala Citizen of the Year will be officially opening the show on Saturday.

The ceremony will take place at around 2pm, with Ian Sellers sharing a few words to formally launch the big day.

Exhibition Society President, Coleen McCoy will also make an address during the opening, and will encourage all to make the most of the day.

Yard dog trialsTHERE would not be a

Bombala Show without the yard dog trials, and once again good support should see a great event take place in the main arena.

Some impressive cash prizes, along with dog biscuits and products are being offered over the encourager, maiden, novice and open events.

Perpetual trophies for the best dog and the best handler will be up for grabs again and these will be judged on the highest points scored over any of the four local shows in Nimmitabel, Dalgety, Cooma and Bombala.

Handlers are expected to come from the local area and much further afield, so we’re in for some exciting competition!

Quick Shear CompetitionTHIS event has become

a solid tradition within the Bombala Show, and is formally known as the Graham Rumph Memorial Quick Shear.

Once again the competition is expected to see crowds cheering and local shearers really put to the test as they battle the clock to shear a single sheep in the shortest possible time.

This will attract a big audience, and with both the novice and open events being run, everyone from the most professional shearer to those who just want to get in and have a go are welcome to pick up the shears.

The prize money is impressive, plus a Calcutta will be run to include the crowd, and with local shearers hosting the whole event we can be sure of a high quality show.

Dog High Jump and Calcutta

THIS is certainly an event that has drawn big crowds at previous shows, and it is hoped that owners have already had their dogs out training for the big jumps.

Once again the Calcutta auction will be running and spectators will have the chance to bid for any dog entered.

The dog to actually make the highest jump on the day will win its buyer some great prize

money, while the runner-up can also expect the fitting prize of a large bag of dog biscuits.

And let’s not forget the Mini Dog High Jump! This event is specifically designed for small dogs under working dog size, such as terriers and sheep dog pups, and will feature jumps much smaller than those in the high jump.

There is prize money for the highest mini jumper, while the runner-up will receive a dog food product prize which should also please the competitor.

Pet Show THERE’S no need for any

creature living in the district to miss out on the fun of the Bombala Show, with all of our feathered, furred and finned friends being invited. Well, at least to the Pet Show area anyhow!

Here there will be tonnes of categories to ensure that everyone’s kitten, rabbit, dog or even stick insect can find a place, and there’s loads of pet prizes for those who want to show off their favourite animal pal. If you’d like to enter your beloved pet, please meet up with the rest of the menagerie at the Grand Stand at 1.30pm this Saturday.

Kidz ZoneThe Bombala Show is an

absolute delight for the children and once again there will be a Kidz Zone specially set aside for our youngsters, thanks to sponsorship from the Boco Rock Wind Farm.

Here they will be able to have their faces painted by Tanja, and will of course be able to enjoy the fabulous entertainment on offer by comedy magician, Zamboni who has become a real favourite in Bombala.

This year the petting enclosure will also be particularly brilliant, with Old Kentucky Animal Farm bringing along some beautiful babies, which may include alpacas, piglets, goats, pups, lambs and an assortment of ducklings and chickens.

Wagon rides, sideshows, scavenger hunt and more

There are some events that have become favourite new traditions at the Bombala Show and without doubt the clydesdale wagon rides fall into that category, so don’t miss out on your chance to climb aboard behind these big beauties! It also wouldn’t be a show without Dale’s Sideshow Activities and Rides, with these bringing a real carnival atmosphere to the day that the young and young at heart crave.

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Cattle bouncing backTHE cattle section was once a major feature of the Bombala Show, and is happily well on its way back to that status!

Showgoers have been delighted to see the cattle back on board over the past couple of years, and there has been high praise for the several different breeds on display.

While we can all appreciate fine specimens of the familiar Hereford and Angus cattle, there has been great interest in less common breeds in our area, including the impressive Santa Gertrudis so greatly admired last year and even the very appealing Highland cattle.

This year we look forward to more of the same variety, with several beef cattle categories open to producers, and high hopes that more local producers will get involved in exhibiting.

After all, Monbeef has offered some generous sponsorship for the section, and the Laurie Platts Memorial Trophy is up for grabs for the Supreme Champion Exhibit, so there’s plenty of glory to be had in the Cattle!

If you want to be a part of it, please contact Charlie Maslin on 6458 3726 as soon as possible.

The Bombala Exhibition Society is excited to welcome professional chainsaw sculptor, John Brady to this year’s show.

John was a farmer and agricultural contractor in Gippsland, and started chainsaw carving as a hobby about 35 years ago. After around eight years of carving, it became his fulltime job!

John has competed both in Australia and overseas, and has been invited to participate in world class competitions in England, Germany USA and Canada, picking up impressive places in each country, including a first place in England.

John enjoys carving many and varied subjects including animals, people and even playground

equipment, but his favourites are life size figures of famous people such as Slim Dusty, Don Bradman, Henry Lawson and Crocodile Dundee.

One of his larger commission pieces is situated on the Lakes Entrance foreshore, depicting six scenes from the first World War,carved out of the existing cypress stumps.

Most of the work is done with a chainsaw, while John uses other tools for the finer details.

John continues to be busy creating private and public commissions both here and overseas, and his fascinating demonstration of skills is not to be missed at this year’s Bombala Show.

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Over the past few years the Bombala Show has lifted its horse profile sky-high.

A very large number of riders have competed locally over the past few years, and most have indicated enthusiasm to return in 2016, with the quality work of our stewards and judges being widely recognised.

Thus we can expect some top action in the ring on Saturday from 8.30am, with those both within and outside of the industry having been enthusiastic in their sponsorship. Again, generous new and long term sponsors are ensuring the usual prizes and trophies for the bulk of the horse classes.

Special mention must go to the Ken Summerill Trophy, the Supreme Ridden Hunter sponsored by your very own Monaro Post, and of course the big Nimmity Bell show jumping competition.

When it comes to kind sponsorship, the juniors aren’t going to miss out either, with prizes for categories within the ridden classes and the show jumps. Courtesy of Landmark, Elders and Chester and Smith we can also once again look forward to seeing the showjumping events stretch on into the early evening, with the final horse challenges of the day proving perfect late afternoon entertainment.

With all of the already mentioned attractions, exhibits and events open for everyone to enjoy at this year’s Bombala Show, it is hard to imagine that there could be any more entertainment in store - but there is!

One thing we are yet to mention are the displays and stalls that will be set up, with various groups, trades, producers and market stall holders displaying their wares.

In fact there is a larger line up of attractions on offer at the annual

Bombala Show than can be covered in this feature, with the only answer being to get down there and experience it all for yourself.

Don’t forget entry forms are available in the Show Schedule this year, and entries will be taken at the Exhibition Hall today, March 16, tomorrow, March 17, and in some sections on Friday, March 18 and on Show Day itself.

Check out your Show Schedule for all of the classes and details.

Lots of interesting features

Exceptionally excellent equines So much to see

The Bombala Exhibition Society is always seeking out interesting features to keep our show entertaining, and in 2016 there’s lots of fascinating things to check out.

Perhaps one of the most exciting will be the brand new Bungee Trampoline that will have showgoers defying gravity as they leap metres into the air and test out their acrobatic skills.

While it might sound a little daunting at first, jumpers’ confidence sky rockets after that first double somersault,

and the Bungee Trampoline definitely creates a contagious buzz between both participants and spectators.

On a completely different note, another popular drawcard to the show will be the returning draft horses, which will be on display all day and will once again offer wagon rides to groups of all ages.

These impressive large horses will demonstrate their strength and beauty on the day, even taking a spin or two through the main street, so make

sure you check them out and climb aboard.

The Family Scavenger Hunt will also be returning to the show, with the whole family searching for the answers to a series of questions to get in the running for some great movie passes.

This will prove great entertainment for everyone from one through to 100 years old, and all are encouraged to get in on the fossicking fun this Saturday.

And if you have kids, there will be an animal nursery to enjoy, some

face painting, a magic show and even some showbags to grab, so the littlies will have more than enough to keep them occupied.

Finally, if you grew a whopper of a pumpkin this year, then make sure you enter it in Bombala’s Largest Pumpkin Contest, sponsored by Landmark Bombala.

There’ll be a weigh-in on the morning of show day, so get your bumper pumpkin in the running by delivering it at the showgrounds by 9.30am Saturday morning. The more big

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These are all bright facets of the Bombala Show, with those who would like to find out more being encouraged to grab that Show Schedule and get the low down.

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oors open.Proud Monaro Merino heritage on showThe sheep section of the Bombala Show allows the public the opportunity to view at first hand the finer points of the proud merino heritage of the Monaro.

The show makes good use of the recently revamped sheep area, and in 2016 a solid number of exhibitors are expected to get into the show spirit.

There will be various categories for merino and flock merino sheep, and the fat sheep section will include open classes for three penned ewes, as well as a fat lamb carcass competition.

And then of course, there are the many other classes, which include the sheep of British and Australasian breeds.

Sheep need to be present no later than 9.30am on the big day with judging

to take place in the morning, with every exhibitor required to fill in a National Sheep Health Statement.

There is certainly good natured rivalry within the section as exhibitors present quality stud and flock sheep for

critical assessment by an experienced judge, and many awards of the day are considered of high prestige.

Those who have any enquiries about the sheep section are encouraged to contact Richard Peadon on 6458 6642.

When it comes to animals, another section of the Bombala Show that has gone from strength to strength over the past few years has been the poultry.

Keen owners have fully embraced the now well organised section, and are keen to show their impressive range of birds from tiny Bantams, to exotic Frizzles and Naked Necks, and the ever popular Silkies.

This is a section well loved by exhibitors and the crowd alike, with those less familiar with poultry always delighting in the beautiful specimens on show.

If you’re an owner, there are also some good prizes and plenty of glory to be had in the Bombala Show, so grab a schedule and start preening!

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• Pavilion and Photography section - 8am to 4.30pm• Planet Entertainment Bungee Trampoline - 11am to 4pm• Yard Dog Trials - 8am to 5pm• Horse Ring Events - 8.30am to 5pm• Horse Show Jumping - 8am to 6pm, with the Six Bar Show Jumping in the afternoon• John Brady Chainsaw Carving Demonstration - 9am to 4pm• Boco Rock Kids Zone, including Old Kentucky Animal Farm Petting Enclosure, Tanja’s face painting and Zamboni Magician - 10.30am to 3.30pm• Horse Drawn Wagon Rides -10.30am to 3.30pm• Mini Dog High Jump - approx. midday• Dog High Jump and Calcutta - approx. 3.30pm• Dales Entertainment Side Show rides - 10am to 5pm• Pet Show - 1.30pm• Graham Rumph Memorial Quick Shear & Calcutta - approx. 3pm• Bombala Historic Engine & Machinery Society Display - all day• Cooma Monaro Historic Automobile Club & Bega Heritage Motor Club Vehicle Display - all day• Trade Stalls - all day• Sheep Judging - 9.30am• Poultry Judging - 9.30am• Cattle Judging - 10am

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Pavilion bursting with entriesWell what can we say about the season heading into the Bombala Show this year? All agree it was changeable, but the rain received was very good early in the year, so locals will be feeling a little confident as they get their entries together for the pavilion.

In particular we should see a boom in the fruit, vegetables and flowers, while we know there have been plenty of people busily pickling and making jam, so we expect great things from the condiments section too.

Of course showgoers can always enjoy good quality entries in the traditional heavyweights, such as the cooking and needlework, while our creative locals ensure that every section from the handicrafts, through to art and scrapbooking all shine.

And let’s not forget just how huge our photography section has become!

Of course we don’t get to enjoy such a wonderful showcase of talent in the pavilion unless people roll up their sleeves and enter their exhibits, so if you haven’t taken part before, why not give it a go and enter?

Following are the details for entering your forms and then delivering your exhibits this week -

• Wool, Cereals, Cooking, Condiments, Fruit, Farm Produce, Papercraft, Craft, Needlework: Enter 9am-6pm Wednesday, 9am-7pm Thursday. Deliver to pavilion during entry times or 8am-11am Friday.

• Flowers and Vegetables: Please note there has been a recent change, entries can be accepted on Friday morning. Enter 9am-6pm Wednesday, 9am-7pm Thursday, 8am-11am Friday. Deliver to pavilion 8am-11am Friday.

• Art: Enter 9am-6pm Wednesday, 9am-5pm Thursday. Deliver to pavilion during these entry times.

• Photography: Enter 9am-6pm Wednesday, 9am-7pm Thursday. Deliver during these entry times.

All details for pavilion exhibits, as well as entries in the Horse, Cattle, Sheep and Poultry sections are included in the Show Schedule, available at local businesses including the Bombala Newsagency and Champions Shoe Store.

The CWA rooms have become quite well known as somewhat of a refuge for parents of young children during the excitement of show activities, and those inside are only too happy to welcome anyone who would appreciate a relaxing cuppa, cakes and sandwiches. And there’s even a parent’s room available!

As the day wears on there will also be those who look forward to sitting down for a traditional show luncheon, with the ladies of the Exhibition Society once again providing a delicious two course meal in the supper room.

Here patrons can choose from a luscious

range of meats and fresh salads, as well as tucking into a choice of two luscious desserts to enjoy while finishing off with a cup of tea or coffee.

A lovely range of of home baked treats can then be found in the supper room later in the day, with all invited in to enjoy a full afternoon tea provided by the Exhibition Society ladies.

If you prefer to remain amongst the action outdoors, the Bombala Rotary Club will also be supplying a good ol’ Aussie barbecue right throughout the day, with this being well accompanied by a cold drink from the Bombala Lions Club’s licensed

bar. Snacks and soft drinks are available at

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CLASS CORNER 45Wednesday March 16, 2016

Last Thursday, during our assembly, our elected Student Representative Council (SRC) Members were formally inducted for the 2016 school year.

Joining our School Captains, Tanika and Adam, were two students each from Years 7 - 11 and four students from Year 12.

Proudly receiving their badges from Mr Winfield, the group recited the SRC Pledge to begin their leadership journey at Bombala High making a

positive difference to our school.What is an SRC?An SRC is a group of students in a

school elected by their fellow students.SRC members represent all students

in the school and organise ways for students to participate and contribute to their school community.

Who is on our SRC?School Presidents: Tanika

Hampshire and Adam RodwellYear 12: Ana Ponsford, Annie

McGrath, Thomas Regent and Alex Rosten

Year 11: Kayla Hall and Eythan Phillips

Year 10: Mackenzie Hampshire and Zac McGowan

Year 9: Chloe Wilson and LiamMaslowskiYear 8: Bree Brownlie and Reagan

HurleyYear 7: Shauna Keavey and Jesse

TowanCongratulations to you all.

Boys Open Basketball

The Open Boys’ Basketball Team travelled to Bega last week to participate in the zone basketball competition. Congratulations to

the entire team of Alex Rosten, Kurt Pajuczok, Sam Power, Charlie Peisley, Reagan Hurley, Nathan Devine, Zac McGowan, Dylan Elton and Blake Stevenson for your great sportsmanship and teamwork.

Although the boys didn’t get any wins, they put in a great effort against quality opposition. Thank you to the support from parents and thank you to coach Scott Challman.

Bombala Mens Shed

On the first visit to the Bombala Mens’ Shed for 2016 we took along Noah Coles for his first visit, he was joined by Billy Hines, Daniel Bartle and Nathan Bayliss Brandenburg.

Noah was introduced to some Mens’ Shed protocols like the sign-in book, work projects, kitchen and pool table etiquette. He also met several of the men including Dave, Franz, Barrie, Rusty, Kevin and Tom.

Since it was Noah’s first visit to the men’s shed we got him to wash up all the coffee mugs – which he did to an extremely high standard. The boys continued on with the renovation of Dave’s old rocking chair which has now been completed. They also managed to squeeze in some games of pool while Tom, Rusty and Billy offered advice on the finer points of the game.

Social interaction between the generations reached an all-time high, with stories, yarns and jokes being swapped at fever pitch. The lads are mastering social skills that will be useful to them for the rest of their lives. Well done boys, keep up the hard work.

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Member for Eden-Monaro Dr Peter Hendy has joined members of the Delegate Tennis Club to announce $20,000 to fund improvements in facilities at the tennis club.

Dr Hendy congratulated Club members on their successful Stronger Communities Program application saying the project will allow the tennis courts to be resurfaced with a new, safer surface.

“Being worn and cracked, the old surface is a cement-based product which is likely to cause injury to players. This Stronger Communities funding will allow the existing surface will be removed and replaced,” he said.

“This project is part of a larger plan of improvement for the facilities of the Club. Stage 1 has already been completed, which included an upgrade of the lighting of the tennis courts.

“These renovations will ensure that tennis, as well as other court sports, will continue into the future and deliver

s i g n i f i c a n t s o c i a l benefits to the Delegate community.”

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Pictured: Peter and members of the Delegate Tennis Club.

The Firefighters’ union is calling for more women in the job.

The 6,200 member Fire Brigade Employees’ Union of NSW (FBEU), which has a long-standing commitment to diversity, is calling on the Baird Government to ensure that more women are employed in this year’s firefighter recruitment campaign.

“Our first women firefighters started in NSW in 1985 yet 30 years later barely five percent of FRNSW’s full-time firefighters are women, and none are senior officers,” said FBEU President Darin Sullivan.

“The FBEU wants our

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“Even a shift to guaranteed 50:50 recruitment today would still require another 30 years before we reach gender parity. So real action is needed, and needed now.”

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Available in the Woolworths Food Farm for $20, the Ag Bag comes packed with 20 great Aussie products, all made right here in Australia by Australian owned companies.

Muesli, biscuits, fruit and nut bars, chocolate milk, a magazine and sunscreen are just some of the bag’s tempting inclusions which has been valued at $60.

SunRice and AUSbuy are supporting this initiative by connecting the RAS Foundation with their members to source some of the products.

Kate Ross, RAS Foundation Executive Officer says the RAS Foundation’s Ag Bag is back in 2016, and better than ever.

“The bags are very popular, as it supports such a worthwhile cause. Last Show we completely sold out, so we have more bags available this year, but you still better be quick!” she said.

“All products have been donated, and the bags have been packed by volunteers, so every cent raised goes towards grants in rural communities.

“We’re hoping to raise $70,000 which will go a long way to supporting youth-inspired regional community projects,” said Ms Ross.

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Better support needed for rural GP SupervisorsAs a new cohort of junior doctors begins their general practice training, the Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) has warned that GP Supervisors and their practices must be appropriately supported to ensure that the current training system is sustainable into the future.

RDAA Vice President, Dr John Hall, said that GP Supervisors are essential to the ongoing sustainability of the rural general practice workforce.

“RDAA strongly supports the current apprenticeship model of training, which is based on in-practice training and supervision” he said.

“We need to continue to work to secure a home-grown rural medical workforce which is equipped with the skills necessary to provide the services which are needed in rural communities.

“Evidence shows that medical students and junior doctors who have positive exposure to rural practice and who undertake their training in rural areas are much more likely to practise rurally.

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Dr Hall said that while more rural GP Supervisors would be required over the next few years to meet the demand

resulting from an increased allocation of GP training places, many doctors were finding that current circumstances were making supervision more onerous.

“While most doctors find teaching and supervision very rewarding, increasing administrative imposts and more challenging financial circumstances are making it much less attractive, particularly for rural doctors” he said.

“As well as longstanding issues such as the freeze on MBS indexation which compromises the financial viability of rural practices, the current situation where GP Supervisors are dealing with the transition to new GP training arrangements and delays in securing Provider Numbers for new registrars has contributed to a general atmosphere of uncertainty.

“Realistic remuneration for supervision; a streamlining of administrative requirements; a secure policy environment and some financial certainty for rural general practices are required to maintain the current numbers of supervisors and to attract others to provide this service.

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GRASSROOTS 51Wednesday March 16, 2016

In line with last year, 89 merino fleeces were entered in this year’s Cooma show.

Again the quality of the exhibit was outstanding with many passers-by commenting on how well the fleeces presented.

The exhibit itself consists of six sections and eight micron classes (48 classes in total). There are two Open Ram sections and two Open Ewe/Wether sections, one section being for fleeces off housed or rugged animals, while the other is for unhoused fleeces. There is also an unhoused ewe/wether section for commercial breeders, and another for junior exhibitors. Each of the six sections are then broken down into eight micron classes ranging from Extra Ultrafine to Extra Strong.

Once all fleeces have been entered into their sections they are weighed, micron tested and then sorted into their appropriate micron class ready for judging. Brett Povey from ‘Monaro Wool Services’ was this year’s guest judge. Brett was consistent and conscientious throughout and had the task completed by midday.

Looking at the results it was pretty close between many of the placings, with often only half a point separating places and/or champion ribbons and notably only one dollar separating the three highest value fleeces in the show.

The Alcock family of ‘Greenland merinos’ took out line honours, winning the Jemalong Wool Trophy for the ‘Champion fleece of the show.’ They also won the Greendale award for the ‘Reserve Grand Champion Fleece,’ the Gordon Litchfield award for ‘Champion Open Housed Fleece’ and the MMA Stud breeders trophy for the ‘Highest Value Open Fleece’, for a 10.7 kg fleece valued at $105.71.

However it was Don and Lyn Southwell of ‘Carleon Park’ Bredbo, who won the Greenland Trophy for the ‘Most

Successful Exhibitor’, having had 10 of their fleeces place in the larger classes. It is the third consecutive year they have won this award and it is also the second consecutive year they have won the Arable Trophy for the ‘Best Exhibit of Three Open Fleeces’.

The Monaro Wool Services award for the ‘Champion Open Unhoused fleece’ went to Laurance Clifford with a point score of 87.5 for his 11.2 kg unhoused rams fleece, which narrowly beat Steve Tozer’s 10.5kg wether fleece by half a point.

In the Commercial Section for the second consecutive year, Mary Goodwin took home the TWG award for ‘Champion Commercial Fleece’ and the Conrayn Trophy for ‘Best Exhibit

of Three Commercial Fleeces’. She also won the Adina award for the ‘Highest Value Commercial Fleece’ for a fleece valued at $84.11.

Ten junior exhibitors battled it out for the Ken W Hain Perpetual Trophy, which is awarded to the ‘Champion Junior Fleece’. Newcomer Andrew Wilson of Adaminaby took home the prize, with a 17.7 micron fleece weighing in at 6.3kg. Well done Andrew and congratulations to all the other juniors who entered a fleece.

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SPORT56 Wednesday March 16, 2016

Pretty dusty action at Delegate’s annual campdraft

Delegate’s Jack Reed took to the competition with Sonny Jim. Ben Mooney got stuck into the action on Exy.

The Delegate Campdraft was held over the weekend in very pleasant weather, with rain Thursday night and a storm Saturday afternoon keeping the dust down and cooling the air.

There were 870 entries over the three days and this kept the Committee members busy droving cattle to and from, and administering the whole show to ensure that everything ran smoothly.

A special event Saturday night was a

cut out under lights which created great excitement and a lot of friendly rivalry.

Phillip Collins and Spin eventually took the money from Matt French and Maximus after a run off for first, while Keryn Gardiner’s CK Peppioco and Matt French’s Charm divided third place.

The other winners over the 2016 Delegate Campdraft were -

Maiden One: Phillip Collins on Pothole; Maiden Two: Tom Sheehan on Top Cat &

Tails; Junior: Jack Ventry on Risky; Juvenile: Emily Lucas on Tango; Novice One: Keryn Gardiner on Pip; Novice Two: Stuart Webb on Erindale Ollie; Open One: Stuart Webb on Magic Feather; Open Two: Phillip Collins on Clover; Ladies: Emma Mooney on Delilah; Encouragement: David Cochrane on Sparkey.

A big thank you to all of the volunteers who jump in to help when needed; Norm Talbot and his B Doubles, Yvonne and Vernon for First Aid, all the cattle donors who so

generously lend their stock to make the event possible, and the drovers who give several days of their time to bring cattle in and then take them home again.

To the community who donated cooking and volunteered their help in the kiosk and for the Saturday night dinner, a huge thank you from the ladies – we couldn’t do this without your help.

A great weekend was had by all.

Phillip Collins won the Maiden One on Pothole, also winning the Open Two on Clover. Steven Clarke and and Larrikin enjoyed the three day event.

Ian Laurie rode in the Delegate Campdraft over the weekend.

Alana Chamberlain

competed in the Ladies event as well as taking second in the Novice Two on

Omen.

SPORT 57Wednesday March 16, 2016

Results of 2016 Cooma Show Pony Club classesPONY CLUB CLASSES – Cooma Show - sponsored by Alpine Motor Group, Cooma.

1. BEST TURNED OUT PONY CLUB MOUNT AND RIDER – First prize: $50 voucher to Shelley Kleven on Amaranda Moet from Nimmitabel Pony Club. Second - $20 voucher to Zoe Azzopardi on Beanie from Burra Pony Club.Third - Amber Azzopardi on Huck from Burra Pony Club.

2. Pony Club Rider – accompanied First Tayla Smith on Lolly. Second - Josie Neilson on Bede from Cooma Pony Club Equal. Third - Riley Brien on Jessie and Sophie Higgins on Tara-lea Next Obsession.

3. Pony Club Rider (under 9 years) First - Tyra Morgan on AJ from Cooma Pony Club. Second - Alana Henderson on Buddy from Cooma Pony Club. Third - Milly Azzopardi on Beau from Burra Pony Club.

4. Pony Club Rider (9 years and Under 13 years) First - Zoe Azzopardi on Beanie from Burra Pony Club. Second - Emerson Armstrong on Eddy from Bega Pony Club. Third - Bonnie Armstrong on Naomi from Burra Pony Club.

5. CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR PONY CLUB RIDER – Champion Zoe Azzopardi – Reserve Emerson Armstrong.

6. Pony Club Mount under 14hh (Rider Under 13 years). First - Emerson Armstrong on Eddy from Bega Pony Club. Second - Bonnie Azzopardi on Naomi from Burra Pony Club. Third - Tyra Morgan on AJ from Cooma Pony Club.

7. Pony Club Mount 14hh n/e 15 hh (Rider Under 13 years) First - Zoe Azzopardi on Beanie fron Burra Pony Club. Second - Alana

Henderson on Buddy from Cooma Pony Club.

8. Pony Club Mount over 15 hh (Rider Under 13 years) – no entries

9. CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR PONY CLUB MOUNT – Champion Zoe Azzopardi and Reserve Champion Emerson Armstrong.

10. Pony Club Rider (13 years and Under 17 years) First - Amber Azzopardi on Huckfrom Burra Pony Club. Second - Lavinia Evans on Obama from Burra Pony Club. Third - Rachel Higgins on Koora-lyn Peeping Tom from Michelago Pony Club.

11. Pony Club Rider (Associate) First - Georgie Constance on Jarlath from Snowy River Pony Club.

12. CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR PONY CLUB RIDER – Champion

Amber Azzopardi – Reserve Georgie Constance.

13. Vacant as in the Show schedule 14. Pony Club Mount under 14hh (Rider

13 years and over) First - Rachel Higgins on Koora-lyn Peeping Tom 1

15. Pony Club Mount 14hh and n/e 15hh (Rider 13 years and over) – no entries.

16. Pony Club Mount over 15hh (Rider 13 years and over) First - Amber Azzopardi on Huck, Burra Pony Club. Second - Georgie Constance on Jarlath SRPC. Third - Lavinia Evans on Obama, Cooma Pony Club.

17. CHAMPION and RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR PONY CLUB MOUNT – Champion Amber Azzopardi and Reserve Georgie Constance.

Cooma Show’s Showjumping resultsRESULTS COOMA SHOW - SHOWJUMPING PROGRAM – 12 March 2016

JUDGE: Greg Grant -- COURSE BUILDER:

Tom Otton 501A THANKYOU ACT JUMP CLUB

- Junior x-rails (clear round) 16 riders with 13 clear rounds

501B MONARO FREIGHT - Open x-rails – clear round (one rider), Dennis Smith from Bega riding Sheba.

502A SARAH WOODHOUSE - Junior 45-50cm A2 - First - Chelsea Blacka riding Denver. Second - Brady Armstrong on Shout. Third - Emmilee Reid on Banjo. Fourth - Alyssa Pointer on Tarin.

502B MONARO POST and AFRICAN COLLECTION - Open 45-50cm A2 - First - Ashley Severs on Beau. Second - Rachel Smith on Monsoon. Third - Sigi Schneider on The Go. Fourth - Dennis Smith on Sheba.

503 SNOWY CAMPING WORLD and AWAY-WE-GO-TOURS - 75 cm AM7 Open

- First - Ashley Severs on Beau. Second - Brady Armstrong on Shout. Third - Alyssa Pointer on Tarin. Fourth - Sigi Schneider on The Go.

504 MONARO EQUESTRIAN ASSOCIATION and SHELL REGION SERVICE STATION

90cm AM7 Open - First - Sarah Dreverman on Kinnaber Cody. Second - Esther Black on Baerami Josh. Third - Mick Findlay on Steve .

Fourth - Sigi Schneider on Molly.505 HIGH COUNTRY FRAMES and

TRUSSES - 1.00m Open AM5 - First - Melinda Armstrong on Julia. Second - Patrick

Jeffery on Dollarbelle. Third - Sarah Dreverman on Emmaville Lamboghini. Fourth - Freya Dadswell on Emmaville Elevation.

506 QUOD’S PLUMBING and COOMA CRANE HIRE - 1.05m Open AM5 - First - Esther Black on Baerami Josh Second - Patrick Jeffery on Dollarbelle. Third - Sarah Dreverman on Emmaville Lamboghini. Fourth - Vicki Bennetton Granny’s Alec

507 BURCHALL’S TRANSPORT and RECYCLING-BOYCE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS - 1.15m Open AM5 - First - Sarah Drevermanon Emmaville Junior. Second - Neville Cuznor on Trevina

Trak. Third - Merran Wallis on Remlap’s Choice. Fourth - Kristal Cross on Emmaville Dicaprio.

508 TRUCK STOP POLO FLAT and BUNGENDORE FEED SHED Grand Prix – starting height 125-130 – over two rounds

- First - Neville Cuznor on SS Turbo Mac. Second - Patrick Jeffery on Castana Fred. Third - Kristal Cross on Emmaville Dicaprio. Fourth - Sarah Davies on Get Up and Go.

509 COOMA RACE CLUB -BABY SIX BAR – CROSS RAILS – There were no entries.

510 SNOWY MOUNTAINS DRIVING SCHOOL - Junior Six Bar - First - Lily Macdonald on Middy. Second - Brady Armstrong on Shout. Equal Third - Emmilee Reid and Emily Quodling. There were other great rides by Abbey Douch, Jessica Norris, and Lavinia Evans.

511 HIGH COUNTRY COMMUNICATIONS – GROUP CHARTERS and ROYAL HOTEL Open Six Bar – EQUAL First - Neville Cuznor on Trevina Trak and Krystal Cross On Emmaville Dicaprio. Equal Third - Sarah Davies on Saddleup Valentine and Merran Wallis on Superclass.

THANKYOU TO ALL SPONSORS OF THE

SHOW-JUMPING AT THE 2016 COOMA SHOW

Snow Dragons at the Canberra Regatta

On the weekend the Lake Jindabyne Snow Dragons travelled to Canberra to competein the National Capital Dragon Boating Regatta.

The 22 member team competed in the 200m mixed event, coming second in the first heat with a time of 54 seconds. They followed this up with a fourth place in the second heat, ensuring a place in the final. The other teams in the final were two teams from the Ice Dragons, two teams

from the Komodo Dragons (both Canberra based clubs), and Nowra. The Snow Dragons were in lane 6, where a great effort saw a third place finish. This was an excellent performance for the Snow Dragons against such strong competition and was well worth the trek to Canberra!

Chelsea Blacka.


Wicks attend classic race meeting

Last weekend Cooma Car Club members, Keirman and David Wicks, travelled to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit to attend the 27th Shannons Phillip Island Classic, the biggest historic car event in the southern hemisphere.

David was invited to be part of the parade lap before the start of racing on Sunday and he drove the Watson Indianapolis Roadster replica down to Melbourne from Nimmitabel to team up with his son Keirman on Friday.

The event’s patron, touring car legend Jim Richards who drove his old black JPS BMW 635 in the combined Group A and C races, declared the “Classic” a great success. Part of the entertainment

included an aerobatic display by a Singaporean fighter jet.

Three days of the best historic open wheel, sedan and sports car racing concluded late on Sunday with a race which included a 1917 racing Ford powered open wheeler that consistently managed to top 100 mph on the main straight driven by a brave man sitting, without harness and roll bar, in a single aluminium seat bolted to the wooden floor - one hand on the big steering wheel and the other hand furiously pumping a lever to maintain fuel pressure to the carburettor.

Courage personified, and typical of the competitive spirit shared by the motorsport fraternity.

How to enter Easter rodeoThe Cooma Rural Back to Cooma Rodeo will be held at the Cooma Showground on Easter Saturday March 26 and the committee would love to see more locals enter the events.

Unfortunately you are no longer able to enter on the day. As entering your first rodeo can be a daunting experience, here is a step-by-step guide to make it easier.

RODEO ENTRIES • Entries are taken by phoning 1800 028 992,

between 9am and 5pm on the Thursday 17th & Friday 18th of March (a full week prior to Cooma Rodeo).

• The phone will go through a message and then it will be placed on hold until staff answer, to take entry. This is not an automated service; you will be talking direct with staff.

• Competitors are given an ‘entry number’ via email which is confirmation of their entry.

PREPAYMENT OF ENTRIES • Competitors who are non-members must Pre

Pay their entry fees and day permit to Head Office by 12pm on Monday 21st of March.

• Head Office can take credit card payments over the phone, or money can be posted.

• Failure to pay entry fees by deadline (12pm Monday 21st of March) will result in the competitor being taken out of draw. There is no getting back into draw after 12pm Monday.

These procedures apply for all rodeo events including the ladies steer ride, the poley buck jump and the novice barrel race.

Entries for the Mitavite Divisional Barrel Race on Sunday the 27th of March can be done online at abha.com.au. Late entries will be taken on the Sunday morning from 7am (a late fee of $5 will apply).

If you have any queries you can contact the Cooma Rodeo Secretary, Neroli O’Neill on 6452 4521, but this must be done before the entry dates close.

Cats lose to Hogs

The CCFC Southern Cats have gone down to the Googong Hogs in last weekend’s trial match.

Competing for the Schelberger Cup, The Cats performed well and the eventual score line did not reflect the shots on goal or the on field contest.

At quarter time, The Cats were down 2-2 14 to 1-4 10 in a very even match. BY half time, The Hogs had extended their lead to 6-3 39 to 1-11 with The Cats just lacking composure and spraying the ball left and right of the goal.

Full time saw The Cats down 3-11 29 to 12-5 77 in a disappointing loss but they will be looking to take some important lessons from the trial match.

Head coach Ross Henningsen is taking only positives out of the game and stressed to the players that it was more evenly poised than the score line suggested.

“It was unfortunate to go down to The Hogs. The guys were a little bit disappointed they went down and they didn’t feel the margin reflected how they played,” he said.

Henningsen explained to his

players that the side they played was essentially a Division 3 team and they competed evenly across the paddock.

“It will come. You don’t get 20 shots on goal unless you’re at least equal to the team your versing. Around the ground it was dead even,” he said.

“I wasn’t disappointed in the way they played. For 50 percent of them it’s the first game they’ve played together and we have some top players still to play. We will be a very formidable side.”

Henningsen said he will be focusing on structure and composure at training and expects his team to bounce back and learn from the loss.

Taylor Lee has been picked by the playing group to lead The Cats as captain this season and three vice captains have been named in the form of Daniel Wicks, Steven Bahr and new recruit Troy Edwards.

Henningsen congratulated the captains on their selection saying, “Well done lads the coaches look forward to working with you all this season”.

A halftime pep talk to The Cats from coach Henningsen.

Another good turnout at Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club

Alex Machin and his Hobie 20 take off.

Story by Tim Symons, photos by John Byrne

Twenty boats competed in two divisions for Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club’s heat 15 of the 2015/16 Twilight Series on Wednesday March 9.

John Byrne manned the start boat assisted by Graham Bishop and Tim Symons on the rescue boat. The nine cats started the Starboard rounding course into a light Westerly breeze. Martin Bannister made a great start on his Hobie 17 and led the fleet to the Bay mark for the first time and on to the Mountain and Quarry marks on the first triangle lap. Alex Matchin gained the lead with his Hobie 20 on the first Windward leg.

The mono-hulls started five minutes after the cats with some confusion as to who may have crossed the start line early. Sam Bishop rounded the start line buoy and re-started to be sure. John Baird snuck to the lead by the Bay mark and led the way around the first triangular lap of the course. John B and Nick Kennedy battled with each other around the course while the breeze steadily dropped.

Barry Dennis and Barney and Thomas Davis recovered from unusually bad starts to finally move through to the front of the fleet behind Alex.

John Byrne and Tim decided to shorten the course and drove the RIB around the course to inform all of the cat sailors to sail a smaller triangle lap using the Peninsular mark due to the dying breeze.

Randy Wieman and Adam decided to return to the beach early. Alex led the cat fleet to the finish of the shortened coursed followed by Barry Dennis, Barney Davis, Ian Foster, Martin B, Alistair Cross and Andy

and Jake Kennedy. The handicap corrected times gave Barry another win followed by Barney, Ian and Martin B, Alex, Alistair and Andy and Jake.

Places changed around the course as the sailors battled with each other in the softening breeze. Nick K led the fleet to the finish line followed by Phil Daly and Laser full rig sailors Steve Osborne, John Baird, Jason Abbott and Sam Bishop.

They were followed by the Laser radial sailors Martin Van Weel and Ross Tattersall, then came Terry Lee, Ross Lawley and Nic Luntungan and Karen Green on their Flying Fifteen. Phil Daley scored the handicap win from Jason, Martin VW and Steve Osborne, Ross T, Nick K, Sam, John B, Ross L, Terry Lee and Nic & Karen.

Four boats contested Point-score race 10 at Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club on Saturday March 12. They enjoyed fine weather, but light breezes up to only 5 knots. Nick Kennedy and his Finn led the small fleet on the two Windward / Leeward leg course followed by Ross Tattersall who overtook Martin Van Weel on the last leg back to the beach. Nic and Karen on their Flying Fifteen completed the fleet. Ross took the win on yardstick corrected times. A second race was abandoned due to lack of wind, but all enjoyed the relaxed sail on Lake Jindabyne.

Gote Vikstrom and Tim Symons travelled to the Far South Coast to compete in Wallagoot Lake Boat Club’s annual regatta on March 12 and 13. Fourteen boats competed in five divisions over five races which were held in light Easterly breezes over the two days. Gote took second place in the smaller off the beach mono-hull division and Tim took second place in the catamaran division.

Keirman and David Wicks giving it the “full monty” on the parade lap on Sunday morning to start the racing. Photo by SDPICS.com


CORC season beginsCooma Off Road Club held their first round of racing last Sunday at the Carlaminda complex, providing some top class Motox action across the junior and senior ranks.

Thanks to a great bunch of volunteers, the day was a hit, with the warmer than normal February weather testing all.

Results can be found on www.corc.org.au with a large selection of photos on the clubs facebook page.

If you want to get in on some action, don’t

miss the clubs next event at “Fairfield” (between Berridale and Jindabyne) Saturday April 30 Juniors and Sunday May 1 for Seniors, for the second round of the NSW Dirt Action AMCROSS Series, where over 400 riders can promise you some thrills, Entry into the venue is free with full canteen facilities available on both days.Right; Hixon Mcinnes still had some tiger in the tank after taking on Round 1 of the VIC Motox Titles only

the day before.

Above; Tyler Collins – styling it up in the senior ranks. Below; All powers start – Jamie Harvey

on fire right from the start.

Jack Barron – Won the Junior Lites class on a borrowed bike more than 20 years old.Photos by Vicki Flynn.

Jackson Lee - didn’t come up short in his first racemeeting, winning the pw div 2 class.

Jake Heffernan – settled for fourth in the open class

against some very stiff competition.


Minor premiers Jindabyne took on The Aussie at Berridale after the big rain ruined the turf wickets in Cooma.

After The Aussie put on 240 against Jindabyne last week batting first, Aussie skip Kaeliff Khoury had no hestitation in batting first again.

Jindabyne put in a vastly improved early performance with Nick Hind (2/20) knocking over both openers before the score had reached double digits.

Tight bowling from fellow opener Matthew Nicholson and Lucas Rixon saw runs hard to come by but chanceless batting from Chris Khoury (47) and a classic captain’s knock from Kaefliff Khoury (65) saw the game evenly poised at drinks.

Heavy rain came in the 23rd over and had the Aussie guys fretting with a washout seeing Jindabyne through to the big dance. The rain reduced the game to 40 overs a side and The Aussie made their intentions clear looking to hit out after the break.

Matthew Lowe (3/20) showed the value of experience knocking over the Monaro’s premier batsman and bowling two more of The Aussie’s middle order.

Some loose bowling with the wet ball at the end plus some hitting from Harry Sidhu (16) saw The Aussie post a very competitive 173.

With a slightly slow over rate, Jindabyne were allotted 39 overs in which to chase it down and batted positively in the chase.

The loss of early wickets kept the game on edge with the top order mostly failing to capitalise on starts and tight bowling from Sidhu (3/24) and Tim Wall (4/27) kept the run rate in check.

Rixon (41) and Timmy Gregson (29) got the run rate climbing in the latter overs and all of a sudden Jindabyne looked a chance at the tail wagging home.

With The Aussie struggling for bowlers, the Jindabyne lower order were a big chance with the last three batsman only needing 45 off 10 overs.

Quality death bowling from Sidhu and Wall saw The Aussie come home with around 28 runs to spare.

Dalgety played Peak View Jerangle and posted 151.

In response, PVJ were all out for 99 meaning Dalgety will meet The Aussie in the grand final this week.

The Aussie to play Dalgety in grand fi nal

U/9 Max Boole surpassed his old Club record on Saturday morning by slinging it out to 23.78m.

Max has a busy weekend ahead of him next week with the ACT Little A’s State Titles.

This Thursday we are running our last competition night for the season.

This is to aid the Cooma Team to tune up for the championships. It is the also the last chance for all to come along and try to create a new Personal Best for the season and for those athletes who need an extra competition to obtain their quota for participation award.

Top Performances of the DayU/7 Girl Maizie Schulz blasted her old

PB for the sling ball out of the water with a

heave of 22.38m by over 2m.U/9 Kate Maurier also eclipsed her old

PB in the club throwing with 13.38m, just shy of the record.

Olo Brademann (U/12) was striding out in the 1500m to catch his older brother Burnum (U/15). Olo had very competitive time with state champs next Saturday, Olo clocked 5:41.51 sec.

Olo’s team mate Reuben Hooper posted three of his best performances this season with 14.68sec in 100m, a 32.07sec for the 200m and 4.19m over at the long jump.

Brenna Clayton (U/14) was also chasing Burnum in the 1500m and ran one of her fastest times on grass (wet Grass) in 5:45. 78sec.

The person they were chasing was U/15

Burnum Brademann; Burnum also had one of his fastest runs on grass in 5:31.55 sec.

It was very pleasing to so many athletes running in the 1500m; we had 15 contesting the event. Another event that was well patronised was the 700m walk with another 15 athletes trying one of the hardest events in Little A’s as well as senior athletics.

The Team Cooma which is heading to Canberra this weekend comprises:

U/9 Kate Maurier (1), Max Boole (5), Damian Kennedy (3) and Michael Pevere (1).

U/10 Sophie Reid (1) and Stephen Davis (2).

U/11 Selene Sheen (1), Clara Thornton (2), Louis Mould (6) and Kristian Zusak 9(1).

U/12 Olo Brademann (3) and Reuben Hooper (6).

U/13 Taylah Maurier (3), Ruby Mould (6) and Jordan Davis(4).

U/14 Brenna Clayton (5), Maria Tarasyuk (6), Emma Watkins (5) and Nicholas Zusak (2).

U/15 Alyssa Zusak (3) and Burnum Brademann (3).

U/16 William Reid (3)We wish Team Cooma well in their quest

to achieve their best against the other ACT Little Athletics Teams.

Good luck to all those athletes vying for a position in ACT LA Team for Australian Little A’s Championships to be held in April.

We will see you all on Thursday Night.

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On March 1 the second round of the ladies triples was played with Rulie Steinfort, Tracie Sanders and Mary Murphy playing Dawn Russell, Olga Jebbink and Cheryl Meillon.

On end seven, Cheryl’s team was leading 10 shots to five and after picking up another nine shots to four they came out winning the game 19 shots to nine. The final will be contested between Margherita Zasso’s team and Cheryl Meillon’s team on a date to be advised.

Two social games were also played with a pairs game consisting of Gwennyth Connoly and Margherita Zasso playing Julie Upton and Hazel Walker.

Margherita and Gwennyth won 19 shots to 10.

A triples game with Una Roberson, Judy Locker and Mary Obermaier against the in form team of Mary Phillips, Maureen D’Amico and Evelyn Hamilton who won the game 24 shots to five.

The annual Hilda Goodwin Shield combined with the club’s President’s Day was held on March 8.

Two teams, consisting of three players per team from Adaminaby, Jindabyne, Nimmitabel and Cooma participated in this event.

Rink 8 saw the Jindabyne 2 team of Leah Morgan, Coral Hume and Del Turner play the Cooma 1 team of Judy Locker, Hazel Walker and Margherita Zasso.

This was a closely contested game throughout. On end seven, Jindabyne were eight shots to Cooma’s six. Cooama picked up nine shots to Jindabyne’s six over the remainder of the game with Cooma winning 15 shots to 14.

Rink 9 saw the Adaminaby 2 team of Pam Brayshaw, Nicole Barnes and

Luba Waters play the Cooma 2 team of Dawn Russell, Mary Obermaier and Cheryl Meillon. On end eight Cooma were leading Adaminaby eight shots to four. Adaminaby picked up 14 shots to Cooma’s six giving Adaminaby the win 18 shots to 14.

Rink 10 saw the Nimmitabel 1 team of Sandy Owen, Helen Drayton and Bridgety Corby play the Adaminaby 1 team of Sue Piper, Glenda Daal and Lynette McMahon. The score was in favour of Adaminaby five shots to two on end five. The remainder of the game was dominated by Adaminaby who won 24 shots to six.

Rink 11 was the Jindabyne 1 team of Leila, Barbara Johnson and Marney Coomber vs the Nimmitabel 2 team of Marcia McGinn, Mary Murphy and Rae Blyton.

This was another closely contested game with nine shots to Jindabyne and eight to Nimmitabel on end 10. Nimmitabel picked up a further six shots to Jindabyne’s three over the remainder of the game giving them a win of 14 shots to 12.

The aggregated point scores were Adaminaby 42, Cooma 29, Jindabyne 26 and Nimmitabel 20. Congratulations to Adaminaby on winning the shield for 2016.

A social game of fours was also played with Maureen D’Amico, Gwennyth Connolly, Tracie Sanders and Leonie Snell playing against Kathleen Edinger, Olga Jebbink, Julie Upton and Dot Jackson. Dot’s team won the game 21 to 15.

A thank you to all who participated and attended the luncheon which was held after the morning bowls with a presentation of the shield to the Adaminaby ladies.

On Wednesday the ladies played a Stableford for a Club Trophy.

Betty Crawford had a very good round winning with 41 points.

Balls were won by Jean McLean 37 points, another good round, and Eva L’Estrange 35 points.

On Saturday the Members played a 4 BBB v Par for Joel Cherry and Pepper Thompson Trophies.

Once again the two Rays were too good for the rest of the field, Ray Fermor and Ray Crawford winning with a +4.

Balls went to Ray and Ray while Ray Crawford doubled up partnering Brad Yelds and won another ball with + 9.

Sunday was a Stableford for the Tim Gronow Trophy.

Ray Crawford continued with his good golf winning with 36 points.

Balls were won by Ray, Brendan Weston 35 points and Pepper Thompson 32 points.

NTP was won by Phillip McIntosh. Golf program for the week LADIES. Wednesday 16 March - First

Club Medal and Putting. E. Johnson Trophy.

Saturday 19 March - First Club Medal and Putting. R. Hood Trophy.

MEMBERS. Saturday 19 March - Par. D. White Trophy.

Sunday 20 March - Stroke. Monthly Medal.

DUTY ROSTER. Saturday 19 March - Simon Stephen.

Only 11 bowlers for social bowls on Wednesday.

Bas Bolt, Alby Marshall and Paul Cannell started well against Max Butler, Mario Frezza and Bill McDonald but were unable to withstand the pressure from Max, Mario and Bill, who went on to win 22/12.

Peter Harris played swinging lead for Ken Rees and Denis Steinfort and for Bob Douglass and Renate Winckel. Six shots on end four to Peter, Bob and Renate put them on the road to a 25/18 victory.

The delayed match in Major Singles between Brian Seears and Mel Storta was also played on Wednesday with Brian getting off to a flier in scoring three shots on each of the first two ends and eventually leading 17/4 on end 11. At that point Mel gradually reduced the lead to be level 28/28 on end 34. One shot each on 35 and 36 with Brian getting two shots on 37 to move into the next round 31/29.

Major Singles continued last Saturday with seven matches. In the Garry Taylor v Mark Buckley match it was unfortunate that Garry had to retire after playing just seven ends to allow Mark to move into the next round where he will play the winner of John Schoon v Wayne Lodge.

Brian Seears matched it with Daniel Clough for the first 13 ends to trail just 8/9 but was kept on eight shots for seven ends whilst Daniel continued to put shots on the board and ran out winner 31/14.

Ross Russell had too many guns for Ron Wainwright and allowed him only five ends in his 31/7 win. Robbie Roberson struck an in form John Vincent who went to a 30/10 lead on end 25. As often happens that final shot is sometimes hard to get.

It took John a further five ends to win 31/18. Steve Seears had Peter Caldwell on 10 shots for five ends to give him a small 14/10 lead on 13. From that point on it was a real dog fight, eventually won by Steve 31/28. After 13 ends Guilio D’Amico had a handy 15/8 lead over Colin Roberson. Seven 13th arch. ends in a row to Colin put him in front,

a position he held to win 31/27. Leading 12/8 on 13 would have had Paul Cannell feeling confident in his match with Tony Gray. Tony then found his rhythm to be 18/18 on 25 and went on to win 31/27.

Pennant results from Sunday leave just one round to go unless it is necessary to play the washed out first round to decide final positions.

Jindabyne 2/65 for nine points defeated Adaminaby 1/52 for one point, Cooma One 2/63 for nine points defeated Cooma Two 1/52 for one point. The point score is Adaminaby 12, Cooma One 20 ½ , Cooma Two 19, Jindabyne 28 ½ .

Monaro Shield moved a little closer to knowing which teams will contest the final with three teams possible contenders.

Jindabyne won three rinks for six points against Cooma Two. Bombala won three rinks for six points against Nimmitabel for zero points and Cooma One, two rinks for four points against Adaminaby one rink for two points.

The point score is Cooma One 14, Cooma Two 10, Nimmitabel four, Jindabyne 17, Adaminaby 18 and Bombala 15.

The first four mentioned have deferred matches in which only that between Cooma One and Jindabyne have any bearing on the two to contest the final. Cooma One would have to win at least two and a half rinks.

Major Singles for next Saturday with Markers in brackets. D Clough v A Gray (P Cannell) J Vincent v R Russell (R Wainwright) S Seears v C Roberson (G D’Amico).

The Special General Meeting of the Mens Bowling Club to discuss the fixed fee imposed by NSW Royal Bowls was well attended by a good cross section of bowlers. Following discussion the following motion was proposed and carried unanimously.

“That Cooma Mens Bowls will oppose the imposition of the fixed fee and will only pay the $60 per player for the 2016-2017”.

It was also agreed that a letter would be sent from Cooma Men’s Bowls to the Royal informing them of our decision.

The District Women’s Triples competition is underway for 2016.

This week we saw some wonderful bowls with C McMahon, L Theobald, L Waters defeating D Jenkinson, I Caldwell, R Rawson C Hume; M Coomber, D Turner defeating U Roberson, E Hamilton; H Walker, D Russell, O Jebbink, C Meillon defeating M Phillips, M Obermaier, M Murphy G Daal; A Madden, L McMahon defeating M D’Amico, L Snell, M Zasso in the morning games meaning those who were defeated are now eligible to play in

the District Plate.The afternoon games saw C McMahon,

L Theobald, L Waters defeat C Hume, M Coomber, D Turner and G Daal; A Madden, L McMahon defeat D Russell, O Jebbink, C Meillon.

This means C McMahon, L Theobald, L Waters will play G Daal, A Madden, L McMahon in the final.

The District Triples Plate will also commence play then.

Good bowling to all.

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On Sunday the Cooma Tigers Women’s team travelled to Canberra to play in the preseason competition.

In their first game they took on Goulburn Strikers. It was a tough first game back with the Strikers coming out strong with plenty of attack but Raen Brademanne, Stacey Kelly, Candice Geach and Alicia Rampal all worked hard in defence to keep them scoreless.

It wasn’t long until the ball found its way back to the Tiger defence but keeper Sarah Merefield saved a great shot from outside the box just before half time. In the second half the Tigers were ready and on the attack putting the strikers under a lot of stress.

Libby Goggin and Camilla McDonald got some great through balls to Miruna Moruz who was unlucky not to score. The girls finished their first game with a 0-0 draw.

After an hour to recover the Tigers took on Canberra Olympic. The girls were warm and ready to play with some great attack at Olympic defence early on.

A great ball from Candice Geach to Miruna Moruz allowed her to strike the ball from outside the box and the Tigers first points 1-0. A determined Olympic came straight back, a gap in the Tigers defence gave them a clear shot from the top of the box, levelling the score 1-1.

Raen Brademanne had some fabulous crosses from the right wing but some good keeping by the Olympic keeper kept the Tigers hungry. Again quick turns and efficient ball skills saw Canberra Olympic attacking the Tigers defence getting their second goal and putting them in front by one at half time 2-1.

The Tigers again came out strong with some good passes from Alicia Rampal and Stacey Kelly in the midfield getting it up to the Olympic defence that

then saw Tina Baker smash the ball into the back of the net, bringing the Tigers back into the game 2-2.

Both teams were hungry for the win with plenty of back and forth ball but a big push by Olympic saw them get the last point and win the game 3-2.

For the last game of the day the Tigers took on UC Pumas. The game started off on a high with some good passes from Tina Baker and Camilla McDonald in midfield. They were able to get the ball through to Libby Goggin who fired it past the Pumas keeper to put the Tigers in front only two minutes into the game 1-0.

From there it felt like the Tigers had all the possession and a weary Pumas defence let in a great shot again from Miruna Moruz getting the Tigers to 2-0. Any attack the Pumas had in the Tigers defence were quickly diffused with Rachel Dorward, Stacey Kelly, Candice Geach and Kerry Baines all working well to keep the Tigers on their fierce attack. Half time and the girls were up by two.

The Tigers came out firing with Alicia Rampal taking a shot at goal although it was unsuccessful Alicia persisted taking another shot just hitting the top post but was cleaned up nicely by Emily Perkin to give the Tigers a convincing 3-0 lead. Good work from Tamara Lloyd on the wing sent the ball up the field with good pace and passing into the midfielders Tina Baker and Camilla McDonald.

As the game was coming to a close, the Tigers had a late corner taken by Miruna Moruz. She placed the ball right into the feet of Raen Brademanne who scored her first goal of the day. The Tigers finished the game and day on a high with this 4-nil win.

Coach, Serdan Bircan was pleased with the results from the day and will be looking to improve on these next Sunday when they play in the semi final for the Julie Murray Shield.

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Dane Freimanis is one step closer to securing a national title in scooter riding after taking out top spot on the podium at the

State championships.Freimanis scored 237 and 233 in his heats to finish with a score of

30 points at Slam Factory in Tuggerah. He is now very well poised to take out the Australian Title when he travels to Brisbane in April to compete against the nation’s best.

Cooma Golf Club NewsLast Wednesday’s Stableford saw some good scoring with Gary Batten shooting 40 points to win B Grade and Lindsay Blewitt produced a form reversal to win C Grade with the same score.

A Grade went to Denis Minehan with 35 points,

Balls were won by Tony Monday, Charlie Beaumont, John Alexander, Damien Kenneally, Dom Rossi, Bruce Burton and Richard Hill.

Nearest the pin on 9 was won by Vic Carroll whilst Doug Parker was closest on 17.

Saturday’s Stableford saw Phil Patricks win A Grade with 37 points with Christian Stockl runner up on 33 points.

B Grade was won by Charlie Beaumont with 40 points with Dave Douglass runner up and C grade was won by Paul Lloyd with 41 points, the best round of the day.

Balls were won Marty Gelling, Jeff Burgess, Doug Parker, Tom Geach,

Garry Batten, Tony Perry and Mike Introna.

Long Drives went to Brian Searl (A Grade), Tim Bedingfeld (B Grade) and Tim Dorahy (C Grade).

Nearest the pins went to Christian Stockl on the ninth and Phil Patricks on 17.

Sunday’s third round of the Thredbo Super Stableford was won by Georg Froeschl, who secured his second win in a week with 38 points on a countback from Damian Walsh with Sam Patricks third on 36 points.

Balls were won by Bailey Burke, Dorothy Bilbow, Frank McKnight, Phil Patricks, Terry Johnston, Norm Marshall, Ray Bilbow and Steve Russell.

Nearest the pin on 9 was won by Denis Minehan and on 17 by Bailey Burke.

Next week’s competitions will be Stableford’s on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday .


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Cooma representative footballers Jake Hedger, Corey Thomas, Astin Nunan, Carson Barrett and Lachlan Inskipat Moruya on the weekend.

Bombala’s Joe Bobbin, left, was voted Man of the Match. He is pictured with Luke Ingram.

President of Group 16, Dean Lynch said the matches at Moruya had been a great success, with the Group 16 Allstars defeating the Indigenous Dream Team 12-4.

He said this match had been a great game, played with intensity.

Bombala player Joe Bobbin was named Man of the Match, and was well supported by team Blue Heelers team mate Luke Ingram. New Stallions recruit Astin Nunan impressed with his kicking game and direction and Cooma’s Corey Thomas, playing for the Indigenous team, also played exceptionally well.

Country selectors were at the games and players will be competing for selection in the

Greater Southern Region Representative Team.

The match was preceded by a full-contact women’s match and two junior matches.

Group 16 contested the Under 16 and Under 18 matches against Group 7 and won both.

The Cooma based coach of the U/18 team, Jason Kelly, said the boys could have performed better but he is happy to walk away with the win.

“We didn’t play great but we got the win. Carson Barrett and Jake Hedger played well.

“It was hot down there but we got the biccies and we beat Group 7 and that’s the main thing,” he said.

Jake Hedger from the U/18 and Bill Zammit, Liam Rankin and Lachlan Inskip were succesful in making the train-on-squad for the Greater Southern Stars Stingrays rep team.

The Aboriginal community plays a significant role within the rugby league community, with Group 16 alone covering 11 different land councils.

Both Aboriginal Elders and local mayors were present at the event, and Mr Lynch said it is important to celebrate Indigenous involvement in the sport.

“It’s great to appreciate different cultures and showcase cultural diversity.

“It’s good to celebrate the things that are good in CRL,” he said.

Another feature of the day was the ‘One Deadly Step’ initiative to promote Aboriginal health and help combat chronic disease within the Indigenous community.

From this exercise, 20 percent of people tested were identified as being of high risk.

Mr Lynch said about 1500 people attended the matches and major sponsors, the Canberra Raiders, supplied the team’s jumpers.

These were presented to the players by the Member for Bega, Andrew Constance.

Former St George player, Ricky Walford was also present for the matches, continuing his heavy involvement in Indigenous rugby league.

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Cooma Off Road Club held their first round of racing last Sunday at the Carlaminda complex, providing some top class Motox

action across the junior and senior ranks.

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