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POT OF GOLD OR PORK BARRELL? Kim Woods Coalition seats where the average STEPH Cooke has come out funding was $153 per resident, swinging in defence of the as compared to $53 per resident Narrandera Shire receiving in non-Coalition seats. more than $3 million in Stronger This blew out to as much Communities Funds. as $462 per resident to try and The Cootamundra elector- hold the then National Party ate was among those coalition seat of Barwon and as little as held seats accused of pork $36 per resident in non-govern- barrelling by the Greens MP ment held Maitland. David Shoebridge. Member for Cootamundra Mr Shoebridge claimed the Steph Cooke did not apologise Cootamundra electorate has for the Cootamundra electorate bene tted from average Stronger receiving the funding. Country Communities Funding “The Cootamundra electorate of $384.64 per person – compared is enormous, it has received to $53 per resident in non-Coali- $35,118,679 across three rounds tion seats. of the Stronger Communities Cootamundra also scored Fund, totalling 178 projects $124.99 for round three funding, across nine Local Government again a multiple of the average. Areas,” she said. The Greens secured the “Each of these community release of secret government projects is the result of hard emails outlining the politicised work of Councils, including allocation of funding under Narrandera Shire, and com- a $400 million Coalition-biased munity groups. Each one is a Government grants program deserving ecipient.” under the Stronger Country A total of $3,094,463 has been Communities Fund. awarded to projects across the Greens analysis of the $300 Narrandera Shire. million in grants in rounds Topping the list was $404,000 one and two of the Stronger for the Marie Bashir Community Country Communities Funding Park enhancement, $475,1257 shows a huge skew towards continued page 3 COVID-19 UPDATE Fog then sunny Reduced work, no money for teens MAX: 25°C MIN: 4°C TENS of thousands of Australian teens Ms Leishman said these volatile times decisions including how they can handle have lost their jobs, pocket money and even made it more important than ever to arm any positive or negative shocks to their their mobile phones, according to a new teenagers with financial literacy skills. finances,” Mr Fleming said. survey on the financial effects of COVID-19. “The survey shows that nationally “Understanding and managing financ- The survey of 1000 parents of teenagers, 25 per cent of parents feel very anxious es is an extremely important skill and THUR FRI SAT SUN MON conducted by the independent non-profit about their child’s financial future and 24 per helping teenagers build their financial Financial Basics Foundation, showed cent have not shared their money concerns literacy is part of our commitment to 12 per cent of New South Wales teenagers with their children,” she said. providing inclusive financial services and had lost their jobs during the pandemic “The Suncorp ESSI Money Challenge is increased financial resilience within our 28°C 27°C 24°C 24°C 25°C and almost 18 per cent had their work a fun, easy way to teach teenagers valuable community.” 12°C 14°C 14°C 13°C 11°C hours cut. lessons around earning, saving, spending Students who are doing remote learning - - 5-10mm - - Foundation chair Brigid Leishman said the and investing.” during COVID-19 restrictions can partici- economic shock was having mixed effects. The survey also showed half the pate in the challenge online from home. “While nationally 13 per cent of parents parents had accessed financial support • Nearly 65,000 students from more than admitted struggling to make ends meet during COVID-19, such as government 1600 high schools have played ESSI September – 2.0mm since the crisis began it was higher in New payments, rent relief, superannuation and Money over the past few years. 2020 total – 434.2mm South Wales where 15.6 per cent were even fast cash loans. • The free, online game is open to all struggling during lockdown,” Ms Leishman “Some had to arrange school fee pay- high school students and cash prizes said. ment plans, suspended car leases and even are up for grabs. “Almost a third of New South Wales received food from a charity,” Ms Leishman • Teachers must register their students respondents had completely overhauled said. to play at financialbasics.org.au Narrandera Argus their budget during COVID-19 and, for some, Chris Fleming, Suncorp Executive General their teenagers have to miss out on pocket Manager Consumer Banking, said money HOW COVID HAS AFFECTED money or their mobile phone.” and household finances had been top of TEENAGER’S FINANCES IN NSW? ENQUIRIES The survey has been released at the mind for most customers since the COVID-19 Reduced work hours 17.8% No longer receiving pocket money 14.2% Phone 6959 2222 launch of the 2020 Suncorp ESSI Money crisis began. Challenge, a free online financial literacy “The current economic environment Lost paid employment 12.3% 167 East Street, Narrandera competition for high school students, from reinforces the importance of teaching No longer using Afterpay 4.6% or PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 August 17-28. young people how to make good financial No longer have a mobile phone 3.4% www.narranderaargus.com.au or find us on Facebook Canteen star rating Tradies pay day NSW Department of Education primary Health District’s Health Promotion TRADIES across NSW will now have greater NEWS ROOM school canteens in the Murrumbidgee Team which provided one-on-one protections to ensure they are paid on time and Local Health District recently reached support to local canteen managers in in full following the introduction of new laws Managing Editor 100 per cent achievement in meeting making these changes, and also through by the NSW Government. Liz Lawrence the NSW Healthy School Canteen the establishment of local face-to-face Minister for Better Regulation Kevin Anderson [email protected] Strategy. canteen network meetings. said changes to the existing Security of Payments The strategy supports all NSW These networks were able to Act would deliver faster payouts for contractors Journalists schools to achieve healthier standards, support the canteen managers with and subcontractors and quicker and fairer Kim Woods which includes 75 per cent of the resources and education throughout dispute resolution. [email protected] menu being healthy “everyday” food the transition period. “These reforms will raise the level of protec- and drink options. Networks were established in Wagga tion for tradies and subbies so they know they’ll Claire Williams Additionally, the remaining 25 per Wagga, Leeton, Griffith, Greater Hume/ be paid the money they are owed on time,” [email protected] cent of “occasional approved” foods Albury, South Western Riverina, Hilltops/ Mr Anderson said. and drinks must also meet healthy Temora and in Tumut/Gundagai. “At a time when many small building businesses standards in portion size and meet Further to this the Health Promo- are doing it extremely tough and cash flow is at least 3.5 Healthy Star Rating. tion Team recently set up an individual essential to staying afloat, it is vital there aren’t ACCOUNTS The outstanding level of achieve- Canteen Operations Coaching Service lengthy delays in them getting the money they ment in MLHD has been due to canteen for canteens in the MLHD facilitated are owed. Administration Manager managers making big changes to their by two highly skilled and experienced “Tradies make an invaluable contribution to Debbie Bock service delivery model and creatively Canteen Managers. NSW’s economic prosperity and will be the engine [email protected] adapting their menus to include many MLHD Health Promotion Coordinator room of our post COVID-19 recovery. They deserve healthier options while still operating and canteen portfolio lead Alexandra to get paid on time for the work they do.” profitably. Walker is pleased to have achieved Master Builders Australia NSW executive The success was also driven behind this significant step in combating director Brian Seidler welcomed the changes, ADVERTISING the scenes by Murrumbidgee Local childhood obesity in the region. saying they were particularly important in helping Fran Macdonald the sector through the challenges of COVID-19. “The removal of the owner occupier exemption [email protected] in particular will provide a significant economic or [email protected] New HSC guidelines stimulus and help many tradies and small SCHOOLS across NSW have received sultation with NSW Health, have been businesses through the difficulties of COVID-19,” Phone 6959 2222 guidelines to support planning for issued to principals by the NSW Mr Seidler said. the Higher School Certificate written Education Standards Authority (NESA), To protect the rights and livelihoods of tradies Fax 6959 2256 exams that start on October 20. who are responsible for the HSC. the NSW Government is also cutting red tape Minister for Education Sarah Mitch- NESA Chief Executive Officer and reducing costs by removing the need to LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ell said students need to be reassured Paul Martin said he recognised report annually on the operation of retention that everything is being done to make preparing for the HSC exams during money trust accounts, and providing more To submit a letter to the editor: sure they can sit their HSC without this pandemic is challenging. transparency by allowing subcontractors to > mail to PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 disruption. “The aim of these guidelines is to inspect retention money trust account records. > deliver in person to 167 East Street, “HSC trials were held without provide as much clarity to schools Narrandera major incident and we are now and reassurance to students as Ms Mitchell said the Department has issued guidelines to Principals today asking them to > email: [email protected] working with schools to implement possible, in line with health advice guidelines and procedures that reduce as we approach exams,” Mr Martin said. limit student numbers to 75 students per exam Letters to the editor should be no more than the risk of a COVID-19 disruption In their planning, schools have room, limit HSC student interaction with the rest 500 words and, if not emailed, clearly and neatly for our HSC students,” Ms Mitchell said. been asked to consider: of the school and prioritise cleaning for exam written. “We are continuing to prioritise • Prioritising a section of the school venues. “Each school’s contingency plans will be unique, Correspondents should include their full name health advice as we support schools for rapid cleaning as well as having school principals will be supported by their local and address as well as a contact phone number. in planning for and operating the HSC an alternative venue on standby. exams. The safety of students and directors and the department to develop and Letters may be edited. • Developing exam day protocols staff involved remains our priority. including health screening, in line implement their individual plans. Opinions expressed in this section of the “A COVID-safe plan is about mini- with sector or school policies and “Schools have done an outstanding job in newspaper are not necessarily the views of the mising disruption to students if there protocols. supporting their HSC students this year and the Narrandera Argus management and staff. is a confirmed case at their school.” • Recruiting additional exam super- Class of 2020 have worked exceptionally hard The guidelines, developed in con- visors. under these circumstances.” Narrandera Argus VOLUME 139, No 36 CONTACT: Phone 02 6959 2222 Fax 02 6959 2256 To enter the draw, simply fill out this coupon 167 East Street, Narrandera NSW 2700 and drop it in to the Narrandera Argus office at Name: PO Box 5, Narrandera NSW 2700 167 East Street, Narrandera or mail to PO Box 5, EMAIL: [email protected] Narrandera NSW 2700. Address: Entries close at 11am and prize will be drawn DEADLINES at midday on Monday, September 21. Phone (BH): 12noon Friday for classified and display advertising and editorial Winners will be notified and published in the Argus Wednesday, September 23. Judges decision is final. No correspondance will be entered in to. (weekend sport editorial – 9am Monday) Giveaway valid until 13/06/2021. Only original entry forms accepted. Staff of Narrandera Argus and their immediate family are ineligible to enter. 2 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Ganmain welcomes new fire tanker VOLUNTEERS at the Ganmain Brigade captain Todd Webber Rural Fire Service are celebrating said members ranged from 17 to the delivery of a new $350,000 90 years of age. CAT 1 tanker for fighting urban Coolamon Shire mayor John and grassland fires. Seymour said the modern tankers The tanker was unveiled on were vastly different from the Wednesday by Minister for Police era of “wet bags” and converted and Emergency Services David army trucks era when he was Elliott and Member for Coota- young. mundra Steph Cooke. Minister David Elliott said the Ganmain Rural Fire Service NSW RFS was the largest fire-fight- president Geoff Brill said the ing organisation in the world. brigade’s existing tanker would “It is now going through a be transferred to the Marravale renaissance and a generational brigade in the Coolamon shire. change,” he said. “It’s an updated version of the “We have an aviation wing old tanker with a dual cab and that is second to none, we have is more of a village unit rather a roll out of technology and com- than straight out grasslands unit,” munications and the fire app. Mr Brill said. “It is a time to reflect on how “The brigade has about 30-35 far we have come at a local level.” active members but we can always Mr Elliott said the US had do with a few new ones. withdrawn its calls for NSW “We cover an area of 15km fire fighting assistance in the north and 3km south of Ganmain. disastrous Californian wild fires “We would welcome women due to COVID. and younger people to come on He said fire fighters were on board.” stand-by if the situation changes. The Ganmain brigade sent “As a government and society, crews to the Dunn’s Road fires in we can’t expect you to put your January and have attended a fire life on the line without thought in an unoccupied house and an of recognition or reward, and electrical circuit board fire in the not give you the best equipment town. that money can buy.” The new tanker complements Mr Elliott said the new tanker a private tanker able to carry was not funded under the public Ganmain Rural Fire Service captain Todd Webber with Guy Purcell, senior deputy captain, Pat Quinn, deputy 10,000 litres and built by members donations made during the captain, Phillip Walsh, Terry Garner and Paul Warren with their new tanker. Photo: Kim Woods. a decade ago. 2019-20 bushfires. Harvest labour concerns on table Cooke takes aim at MEMBER for Cootamundra Steph “Primary Producers across the the primary producers were positive Cooke has brought agriculture Cootamundra electorate have a about the future. funding furore industry leaders from across the staunch ally in their new Agriculture “Labour shortages were the main political playthings, with deliberate Cootamundra electorate to meet Commissioner, and I am pleased concern of course but it was valuable from front page for the Narrandera Golf Club’s pork-barrelling in the lead up to with the State’s new Agriculture Com- I have been able to bring together to hear from people involved in a irrigation works, $351,150 for the the last state election. missioner Daryl Quinlivan. local industry leaders,” Ms Cooke said. range of intensive production Barellan Aged Care units, $300,000 “Communities in electorates Representatives from the dairy, “This has been a fantastic oppor- industries about the issues affecting for Lake Talbot Water Park, and held by non-government members broad acre, horticulture, livestock tunity for our local primary industries their businesses,” Mr Quinlivan said. $267,417 for Barellan tennis courts have been dudded by this policy, and processing industries joined to raise the issues they are facing “It is clear from their experi- and lighting. and if they are wondering why Ms Cooke and Mr Quinlivan for a with Mr Quinlivan.” ences that there are opportunities Other projects funded included their community hall is still leaking, round table discussion, flagging Ms Cooke is raising the issues for significant economic and the Lake Talbot water slide, CRC Plaza or their sports fields haven’t been the challenges they are facing ahead voiced at the roundtable with relevant employment growth in regional NSW Theatre stage, Grong Grong sports upgraded, then the answer is here. of the 2020 harvest. Ministers. if we can improve the climate for club toilets, Narrandera Bowling “We see from the emails released Ms Cooke said it was vital Agriculture Commissioner Daryl investment, and we heard of many Club lighting, Grong Grong Earth that there is open communication Mr Quinlivan heard directly from Quinlivan said while there are chal- ideas that would contribute to Park, Hankinson Park, St John’s about how Government MPs will industry leaders. lenges ahead for local industries, this outcome.” Uniting Church kitchen, Youth food be announcing each of the grants, van project, Eagles club rooms, and this even included the relatively community hub at the showground, few successful grants in non-govern- Man caught in pursuit Water remains safe community halls, footpaths and ment electorates. A MAN was due to appear in Wagga court on Monday NARRANDERA Shire Council is investigating current Parkside Cottage Museum. “When public money is being charged with traffic and property related offences following localised incidences of dirty water. Meanwhile, the Shooters, Fishers doled out at an average of $153 per a pursuit through Narrandera and Leeton. Acting General Manager Shane Wilson said the and Farmers-held electorate of resident in government held seats About 4.20pm on September 13, officers from Southern reports were being investigated, however the Murray received $36,775, 521 under and just $53 per resident in non- Region Highway Patrol attempted to stop a Mazda utility, expected cause is due to an increase in water flow the Stronger Country Communities. coalition held seats the unfairness that had been reported stolen, on Old Narrandera Road which disturbs the sediment accumulated over the Greens MP David Shoebridge and bias is plain to see. near Wagga Wagga. winter period. said successful recipients of grants “It’s no wonder people are becom- The vehicle failed to stop, and a pursuit was initiated. “Council has just completed a scheduled water were required to sign non-disclo- ing ever more cynical about politics main flushing process which will reduce the As the utility neared Pine Gully Road, it allegedly sure agreements binding them when they see state and federal occurrences of dirty water. Water filtration trials are until Government MPs could coalition governments treating deliberately crashed into a fully marked Highway Patrol being undertaken and improvement options are to make the announcement to local public money like their private vehicle parked on the side of the road. be considered by Council shortly,” Mr Wilson said. media. political slush fund. The driver exited the vehicle and fled the scene on “Council apologies for any inconvenience and can “This included for all non- “As the chair of the commit- foot. Following a foot pursuit, the 25-year-old man was ensure all users that the water remains safe for use.” government seats where the local tee overseeing these government arrested after OC spray was deployed. In the event that people do have a dirty water non-government MPs were expressly grants I can assure you that this He was taken to Wagga Wagga Hospital and upon occurrence, they are urged to contact Council so excluded,” Mr Shoebridge said. Stronger Country Communities release, to Wagga Wagga Police Station where he was staff can register and track the locations of any “Once again the Coalition is Fund will be at the top of the charged with a revocation of parole warrant and 11 offences. dirty water events. treating projects in the regions as agenda as the inquiry rolls out.”

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Melinda Pavey said there “There are still SDL projects in the pipeline which was already more than 4 million megalitres of water will cause harm to the environment and impact entitlements recovered for the environment. adversely on communities, so it’s important to “We now need to concentrate on measures that Local crime increase have sufficient rigour in the way these projects are use this water smarter to deliver the environmental, NARRANDERA continues to lead the 100,000 population over 12 months to developed and delivered,” she said. social and economic outcomes to all communities,” state as the hot spot for break and enter June 2020, Narrandera rates at 8.1 for NSW Farmers president James Jackson agreed, she said. homes and businesses, according to break and enter dwelling, 3.1 for break the latest Bureau of Crime Statistics and enter non-dwelling, 2.6 for motor and Research data. vehicle theft, 3.5 for steal from motor Narrandera Shire has recorded a 9.5 vehicle, and 2.1 for steal from dwelling. per cent rise in violent offences over the Leeton rated 2.2 for domestic violence River storytelling last 60 months to June 2020, and an 84.4 related assault and 2.4 for sexual assault. per cent jump in property offences over Over 12 months to June, Narrandera the last 24 months to June 2020. Shire recorded 43 domestic related Leeton shire has recorded a 6.8 per assaults, 34 non-domestic violent cent rise over the past 60 months in assault, 138 break and enter dwelling, violent offences. 21 break and enter non-dwelling, Overall, the Riverina has experienced 24 motor vehicle theft, 86 stealing a rise of 2.1 per cent for break and enter from motor vehicle, 28 steal from of non-dwellings in the 12 months to retail store, 28 steal from dwelling and June 2020. 20 fraud. There was a massive hike in break Across the state, major crime cat- and enter dwellings of 375.9 per cent egories have remained stable or have in the 24 months to June 2020 in fallen in the two years to June. Narrandera shire while Leeton had Minister for Police and Emergency an 86.4 per cent rise in stealing from Services David Elliott welcomed the retail stores. report, which showed that only one of When it comes to the ratio to the NSW the 17 major crime categories had rate of recorded criminal incidents per increased during the 24-month period. Your say: Letters to the Editor Due diligence on rail line EDITOR; It was pleasing to hear We can only hope Council will Narrandera Shire Council is backing do everything it can to highlight the the Ernst and Young due diligence on benefits of having this line re-opened the possible re-opening of the Narrandera while the opportunity to do so exists to Tocumwal railway line. especially given the renewed interest This line is vital as it offers a 200km at the Federal government level. shorter route to port for Riverina – Cameron Lander Treahna Hamm’s artworks are composed with multiple-layers of storytelling garnered from her produce as well as an an alternative Secretary, Yorta Yorta upbringing by the Murray River in Northern Victoria and Southern NSW. Photo: Kelli Cole. route should the mainline south of Narrandera Community Cootamundra have reliability issues. & Friends INTERNATIONAL Yorta Yorta artist Dr Treahna Visual Arts, Teaching and Education and a Doctorate Hamm is the recipient of the 2020 inaugural Joyce of Philosophy (School of Education) at RMIT Spencer Textiles Fellowship. University in 2008. Much loved central park to The fellowship is an initiative of The Cad Facto- Her artworks are composed with multiple- ry, Western Riverina Arts and the Spencer Family layers of storytelling garnered from her Yorta Yorta to support textile artists based in regional NSW upbringing by the Murray River in Northern Victoria be downsized for centre to develop and present new work. and Southern NSW. EDITOR; The new oversized Visitor While a new Visitor Centre has Centre that Council plans as a replace- benefits, it shouldn’t come at the cost The $4000 fellowship will be used for Dr Hamm This, along with contemporary practices such ment for the current Visitor Centre – of our much-loved historic central town to present a new exhibition of work in 2021 at Burraja as printmaking, painting, photography, public art, pretentiously renamed the ‘Destination park. Gallery in Albury, before touring to Griffith Regional sculpture, possum skin cloaks, murals and fibre and Discovery Hub’ – will continue We need a sensitive design that Art Gallery and the Narrandera Arts and Community weaving, allows for diverse artwork creation. the alarming trend of overdevelop- balances the need for parkland with Centre. Treahna has exhibited in New York, South Korea, ment in Marie Bashir Park, unless the need for a visitor centre. “As an artist and teacher, I am honoured to receive Hawaii, New Zealand, Paris, Belgium, Germany and changes are made. This proposal is a great example the Joyce Spencer Fellowship in its inaugural year,” the United States. Her vibrant works are in national At over 70 per cent larger than of the lack of understanding and poor Dr Hamm said. and international collections. the current Visitor Centre, the new grasp of fundamentals on Council. “I was first drawn to Joyce’s art and story which Western Riverina Arts executive director Aanya building will eat up much more of Open green space and parks in highlighted many parallels of my own life experiences Whitehead said Treahna was a deserving recipient of Marie Bashir Park, which has already general are seen as ‘unused’ and ‘boring’, – being a regional artist, connecting with my culture the Joyce Spencer Fellowship. suffered from the loss of parkland just waiting for something to be built through my arts practice and having a love for the “As an artist she is unafraid to journey in peripa- and trees due to other recent develop- on them. environment, wildlife and learning. tetic style, seeking narratives in unknown spaces,” ments. As if they don’t already serve a “I was inspired by Joyce’s openness for sharing Ms Whitehead said. (Don’t be misled by the dubious purpose – as a park! Mindless stuff. personal and artistic skills through teaching, and, “She pursues in her work her living culture whilst scale of the new building ‘site plan’ in I’d encourage locals to voice their the many people who benefitted from the encourage- also forging a signature original vision that com- relation to its surrounds.) concerns to Council before September ment that Joyce gave during her lifetime.” municates with emotional warmth. We are excited We can’t afford to keep losing our 30 to protect our parkland for future Dr Hamm has been a practicing visual artist for about Treahna being able to create a collection of highly-valuable designated open green generations. over three decades. Her career began at Wangaratta new work supported by the Fellowship that continues spaces and trees to yet more built – Name and address withheld TAFE in 1982, before completing five degrees in this artistic journey for her.” structures. It’s death by a thousand cuts. on request 4 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Step Back In Time Boxing troupe resource THE Narrandera Argus’ Step Back in As part of his preparations he Time has proven a valuable resource is researching the period and plans for at least one VCE student. speak to his grandfather who was born Humanities and Drama teacher in 1934 and remembers the era well. Simone Carroll sought assistance The article appeared on May 2, 2018 in obtaining the Step Back article and appears on the Argus’ website “Boxing Troupes Part of Our History” along with many other interesting for her son, a VCE drama student stories accessible to digital subscribers who is preparing a performance only. where the stimulus was this article In appreciation of the Argus, Sim- in the Argus. one asked to make a donation towards The students create a seven-minute the Argus due to it being a locally solo performance which is marked published independent newspaper externally and forms a major part of that continues to be published in these their final Drama mark for the VCE. difficult times.

Narandera Fire Brigade, circa 1903. From left (back row) Ted Jones, Jack Boyd, — Burgess, Bill King, Andy Miller, Charlie McMahon, (middle row) L. Edmonston, Ike Myers, G. Pender, C.W. (‘Dutch’) Beggs, W. Chrystal, M. Gustafson, (front row) W. Gough, Ted Jolley, C Hilton. Competitive history Narrandera Fire Brigade at the Brigade’s centenary year in 1984. From left (back row) Jacko Phillips, John Steele, Lachlan Tindale, Russ Davies, Nev Williams, Mark Tait, Barry Tindale, Michael Steele, Bob of local brigade Mathieson, (front row) Rex Davies, John Cahill, Wal Woodward (Captain), Bob McAndrew and Bob Mohr. Liz Lawrence were relegated to second whilst Finley proposal it was decided on the motion of Dr Fox offered his service free to any THIS week the Argus is looking at the finished third and Grafton fourth for the third Messrs G Wise and Cohen, to form a brigade member of the brigade who met with injury in history of one of Narrandera’s most valuable consecutive time. to be known as the Narandera Fire Brigade. the performance of duties. volunteer organisations the Narrandera Narrandera’s success in the competition The Mayor and Messrs J Ashton, W G Heath Mr. J F Willans was appointed superinten- Fire and Rescue NSW and its championship for the Alfred Webb Cup awarded to the called for the formation of a committee to dent, Mr W Townsend captain; Mr T F Clark team Fire and Rescue Narrandera 400. best team in the State is outstanding with make all necessary enquiries and take the lieutenant and Mr A Russell apparatus officer. Narrandera has been one of the most six wins, four seconds, two thirds and a fifth; necessary steps to form the brigade For many years the brigade was housed successful teams in the NSW Fire Brigades 13 top five results in just 14 State Champion- The following members of the brigade in a weatherboard building in Twynam Street. competition, winners of six State Champion- ships. were enrolled at the meeting to carry on in This building was destroyed by fire in 1925 ships, three of the five pre-WWII ‘Demonstra- Narrandera Fire Brigade has a long history, the meantime: Messrs S Richards, W Townsend, and replaced by the present two-storey brick tions’ then three in the 1960s, 1935, 1937, 1939, dating back to the late 1890s. R Mc Innes, C Johnson, S Mulholland, C Whiting, station and residence. 1960, 1962 and 1968. For some years prior to 1893, the need for FA Smith, T H Elwin, J C Ryan, S Stanbridge, This building was officially opened by the The Brigade has had many team and in- a fire brigade had been felt by residents, and J Blacklock and T F Clark. Hon T Smith MLC on January 14, 1927. dividual championship event successes and it appears, according to the old files of the Mr Jas. Ashton was elected secretary and Members of the brigade were Messrs names known to many include Barry Tindale ‘Argus” that several attempts were made to Messrs. Abrahams and Cohen were elected Reg McLean(captain), F Mathers, W Longford, and son Lachlan Tindale, N Bratten, W Wool- form a brigade. collectors. A Flood, L Tindale, T Bratton, D McLean, nough, D Grimmond, T Breadon, L Tokley, However, on 23rd February, 1893, a public At a subsequent meeting, Messrs Wise and K Treloar, L Cramp and J Flynn. W “Jacko” Phillips, Jack Rheinberger, Geoff meeting was convened by the Mayor (Ald J F Ashton were appointed representatives of Competing at the fire brigades’ demon- Osmond, John Cahill and John Light. Willans) to consider the formation of a fire the subscribers to the Fire Brigades Board, stration at Katoomba in 1935 Narrandera met Narrandera’s success in 1968 proved that brigade. and Messrs. Cohen and Abrahams were elected with remarkable success. In addition to gaining ‘consistency wins the day’. The attendance at the meeting was to represent the brigade upon the Board. second place to Orange in the motor engine In winning the Alfred Cup for the best- between 30 and 40 people, including most of Tbe following were selected to constitute event (which was won in record time), the performed team, the team gained points the town’s leading citizens. the brigade from the volunteers who offered Narrandera team was first in the hose, the for finishing in the first five places in eight The Mayor said he had convened the themselves: reel and the ladder events, and third in the of the 11 team events without a single win. meeting at the request of a number of residents Messrs W. Townsend (captain),] Leahy, Dennis suction event. Their only first place for the week of comp- of the town and for the purpose of considering McInnes, T. F. Clark. A. Russell, W. T. Holland, Altogether the team won 16 trophies. etition was John Light winning the Alarm the advisability of forming a brigade. Steve Smith, T. H. Elwin, J. Madigan, F. A. Smith, It consisted of Reg McLean (captain), L Tindale, and Rescue Event. After Messrs Ashton, Townsend, Johnson A. Miller, S. Johnson, B. W. Adams, H. Howie, W. Woolnough, T. Bratton, Les Cramp and State titleholders for 1964 and 1966 Yass and Geo Wise, had spoken in favour of the and S Mulholland. A Flood.

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Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, September 16, 2020 — 5 A walk in the wildflowers TWENTY people (the maximum allowed The lilies range from the tiny Early at this time of COVID) who all registered Nancy to the taller yellow-flowering for the Narrandera Landcare’s Wildflower Bulbine Lily and the purple of the Chocolate Walk gathered at the top of the hill with and Vanilla lilies which really do have such enthusiasm on the morning of a scent of chocolate and vanilla. It was August 30, led by Narrandera Landcarer so good to see the taller Nodding Blue Lily Glenn Currie. and the purple of the Australian Indigo You would never think that a rocky hill emerging again after a long dry spell. with skeletal soil could be so floristically Visually the Western Golden Wattle diverse. stole the show as it was flowering at its Looking across the area you could see spectacular best. We also have another the blues of the Blue Crowfoot and the wattle up there with ‘pipe cleaner” type yellow of the Sticky Everlasting. flowers one of only a few like that in There is a fantastic ground layer of Australia but it flowers a little later – this herbs, forbs, orchids and lilies. The yellow is the Currawang. orchids with petals shaped like donkey’s The other trees to be found in that ears are commonly found. These rely on patch are the multi-stemmed Dwyer’s specific mycorrizal fungi to help them Mallee Gum and the White Cypress Pine. gather nutrients and specific insects for It was a great way to spend a sunny pollination, so there’s no point in dig- Sunday morning in Spring. This Spring ging them for your garden as they won’t is particularly good for both growing make it (moreover it is illegal). crops and wildflowers. We have natu- The other orchids we saw were Midget ral unspoilt environments in our region and Dwarf Greenhoods which have a little that are arguably equal to those found in trapdoor which closes when the tiny gnat other well-known parts of Australia. alights and traps it. It frantically buzzes These are becoming scarcer as around collecting a little pollen before it production and grazing reduce the last can escape to pollinate the next orchid. remaining parts. A Waxlip (above), Pink Fingers (top right) Pink Fingers, a bright purple Waxlip and I was really pleased with the interest and Donkey Orchids (below right) were a Spider orchid was also found and and engagement I saw on the day with spotted on the recent Wildflower Walk admired. the people who attended and I hope you hosted by Narrandera Landcare. A carnivorous plant that we saw is learn to love the natural areas like we do. called a Sundew has a sticky substance Thanks to Glenn Currie for organising Photos: Rowena Whiting, Jason on its leaves which traps insects and this and for doing all the research. Richardson and Nella Smith. eventually dissolves them for nutrients. – Nella Smith Super Nan cooked up a storm NARRANDERA born Mrs Beryl Flora a large family so to supplement Adams (affectionately known as ‘Super- that income Beryl did casual nan’) passed away on August 25 at the TAFE College cleaning in Orchids galore grand age of 95 years. Narrandera and worked at SOME field naturalist outings can be defined by a She was the second of five children the old Letona cannery in signature event. This is one in which fellow attendees born to Ernie and Minnie Davies, who were Leeton. nod knowingly when a certain phrase, in context, farmers at “Maygrove” Corobimilla. She also turned out prolific is uttered – even years later! In those early days the children were home-made cakes, scones, I think the outing to Bundidgerry Hill, above fortunate if they had basic primary bread, jams, tomato and onion and adjacent to Narrandera’s Rocky Waterholes on education and travelled daily by foot chutney, stewed fruits and Sunday August 30, was such an event. or horse and sulky to the Corobimilla so on as well as dozens of I call it the “Donkey Orchid” trip. Public School, which was three miles away. wedding cakes that she made Safe to say, it was a floral experience that I have The Great Depression in 1935-36 and decorated. never had before; nor am I likely to have again. followed by the Second World War in 1939 She was still making Christ- For my whole life I have had an abiding love meant Beryl and her family faced some mas cakes and date loaves of wildflowers, especially orchids. On bushwalks as tough years for families as all children with her Junee family’s assis- a child my father always carried a magnifying lens were similar to the Land Army in that tance right up to last Christmas. (purloined from an old camera) with which we would they had to work on farms carting wheat Beryl was also an excellent peer into the radiant sanctuary of small wildflowers: to Corobimilla, and working 10-horse dressmaker, churning out especially orchids – an eternal delight and indelible teams to sow and harvest crops. clothing, school uniforms, memory. During those years her farm chores fancy dress costumes on In years past I have seen, but most infrequently, were mainly in the kitchen cooking and her trusty old Singer sewing Donkey Orchids, but always in small numbers. undertaking household duties for their machine. So, to exit the car and stand among literally hundreds family of seven. These were skills she She found time to play of these glorious little flowers in full bloom, flourishing retained all her life. tennis and when she attended right across that arid hillside, was a revelation. The Davies family created their own the Methodist Church in Bolton But I am not merely excited by quantity alone. fun and entertainment. A family band was Street Narrandera she took Equally unforgettable was Nella’s revealing of a single formed and they played at local dances her children to Sunday School Spider Orchid; a thing of superlative beauty. Quite around the area. at weekends. a large terrestrial orchid, its long, elegant petals- Corobimilla, Morundah and Sandigo Family, cooking, sewing, sepals were painted in a palette of magenta, mauve, halls echoed with their music. colouring stencils, watching mushroom and maroon. Beryl played the banjo, her sister television and country music In all there were six orchid species flowering on Jean the piano, brother John the banjo, were among her interests. Budidgerry Hill that lovely late winter day; the others sister Myra the banjo mandaliri and She remained happy and being a fine patch of soul-blue Waxlips; both Midget brother Harry the mouth organ. healthy until recently and and Dwarf Greenhoods, and hundreds of Finger Beryl was predeceased by her four retained a positive and out- Orchids in a pastel array of white to dark pink. siblings. going spirit, enjoying the simple Due to the decent rains the region has enjoyed In 1948, Doris Davies and Ada Adams pleasures of life such as cook- throughout 2020, the area was ablaze with colour, the most extrovert blooms being those of the various were working in Narrandera and “hatched” ing, sewing, country music Beryl Adams was still making Christmas cakes wattle species; a quite breathtaking sight, especially a plan to introduce Beryl and her and retaining contact with and date loaves with her Junee family’s assistance family and friends. when backlit by the bright afternoon sun. future husband Ron Adams. After a right up to last Christmas. Photo supplied. three months courtship they married on In later years she did In the damper swards down the hill were more April 2, 1949 at the Narrandera Methodist crosswords and colouring in and broke her left leg femur, which took a flowers still – but different. The glowing Golden Church. stencils and scenes from books. toll on her recovery. Everlastings were beginning to bloom, but these Together they shared almost 60 years Moving to a new home at 34 Chan- While she got on with enjoying life were far outnumbered by their diminutive cousins, of married life and throughout those tilly Street, Narrandera in 1964 was and retained her tough attitude, these the Sunray Everlastings. years she was a constant companion an exciting time for Ron and Beryl and accidents took their toll and more These, in full flower, were so profuse that they and support to Ron. their family. For her the family home recently she fell again while showering formed thick meadows along the southern slopes. After their honeymoon at Wollongong was her whole life – one where visitors and broke two ribs plus encountered Scattered amongst them were many Pale Sundews, they began sharefarming at “Macquarie- and friends were hugged and greeted other health problems and the road to and even native Thick-fruited Buttercups, their glossy dale” close to “Maygrove” at Corobimilla. (she had a hug that nearly knocked you recovery became too hard. petals shining as if enamelled. They later moved to 51 Roslyn Street, off your feet, according to her family!) She passed away peacefully after shar- These delights are of the genus Ranunculus, a word Narrandera when Ron joined the Railways. Ron predeceased Beryl on January 7, ing 95 wonderful years of her life with her meaning “frog”; which often shares its moist habitat. Five children were born to the couple 2009. Beryl lived on in Narrandera for family and friends. In starkly complementary colours were lots of between 1950 and 1962 – Denis, Ian, Wendy, eight years until 2017 when due to ageing Surviving are her children Denis Adams Nodding Blue-lilies, and even a few mauve Austral Marlene and John. and diminishing mobility she moved to (Wagga Wagga), Ian Adams (Albury), Indigos. (Now flowering abundantly at Rotary Lookout The family tree grew to grandchildren the “Cooinda” Retirement Village at Junee Wendy Hocking (Junee), Marlene Corlis at Lake Talbot – worth a look.) and great grandchildren as well as great four years ago. (Brisbane) and John Adams (Narrandera), And while on blue wildflowers, on the road great grandchildren. She was happy and contended living plus her grand children, great grandchildren to Rocky Waterholes we found a healthy stand of Beryl retained the great respect, love in that facility, where staff gave her and great great grandchildren. beautiful Broughton’s Peas in full bloom – a first for me. and affection of all her family and extended wonderful care and support. Her funeral was held at Narrandera These were bequeathing precious nitrogen to the families. However, In January this year she on August 28. Anglican minister Rev roadside’s ever-impoverished soil. There were lots Surviving on a single income of a broke her right hip after a fall and some Michael Perrott officiated and she was of white flowers too, like Common Fringe Myrtle railway driver’s wages was tough with seven weeks later had a second fall buried at the Narrandera Cemetery. and Early Nancys. – Alan Whitehead 6 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Regional Roundup

Leo De Kroo has used his guitar skills to overcome a stroke. Photos: Kim Woods. Workshop now a haven for Aussie rock icon Kim Woods felt incredible pain behind my eye, “At the drive-ins or theatres THE Coolamon workshop filled with and my co-ordination was gone.” there would be two Elvis movies timber offcuts, machinery, tools He was taken by ambulance to and at interval would be someone TOP: Leo De Kroo repairs a double and musical instruments is a far cry Wagga where it was revealed he like me with their red Desert boots bass in his Coolamon workshop. from the stadiums pulsating with had a major blockage on the doing some Elvis songs.” ABOVE: The De Kroo Brothers thousands of screaming teenagers. right cortex, impairing memory He was joined by a drummer made regular appearances on and vision. and guitarist with the trio appearing Leo De Kroo, 79, works away Bandstand and Six o’Clock Rock. He picked up a guitar again as as The Roulettes on ABC radio repairing broken violins, cellos and INSET: Leo and his first wife Judy physiotherapy and is now back Amateur Hour. double bass while young men with Stone appeared on the cover of on track repairing all manner of Leo and guitarist Doug Brewer slicked down hair styles grin out Teenagers Weekly in 1964. of pop posters harking from another stringed instruments. could hear a music career calling era lining the walls. “It does change your life – so caught a boat to Adelaide, then and New Zealand. In the 1960s Leo was a rock icon I can’t drive anymore due to periph- drove to Melbourne to appear on Col Joye was recording for – a household name, regularly eral vision loss plus some memory “In Melbourne Tonight”. Festival Records and encouraged appearing on our television sets and location loss. Music star Johnny Rebb convinced the De Kroo Brothers to switch labels. on such show as Bandstand, Six “Whatever I have lost, my hands the pair to go to Sydney where This kicked off several years are still good enough to work.” the “action was” so they moved to o’clock rock as part of the duo, of touring with Col Joye and the were really impressed with Coolam- Ironically, Leo drove the bus the city, along with a letter of De Kroo Brothers. Joy Boys, The Allen Brothers, on,” Leo said. for Bracken House, which accom- introduction to TV star Bobby Limb. In 1964 he made the front cover Johnny O’Keefe and Judy Stone. He is now the go-to man for modated stroke victims in Dubbo, The duo bowled up to Channel 9 of the Australian Women’s Weekly’s Leo later married Judy Stone repairs on stringed instruments in for two years, taking them for asking to see Bobby Limb, present- Teenager Weekly with his first wife in 1966 but they divorced five years the Riverina, including violins, cellos scenic drives, shopping and coffee. ed him with a home-made disc and and singer, Judy Stone. later. and double bass, for musicians, were invited to appear on The Bobby He recalls a train trip through “I have a full understanding He married Swedish born conservatorium and bands. of what could have happened but Limb Show. Queensland at the height of his Marianne in 1978 and they have Often he receives neglected or This was followed by an invita- fame with Cole Joye, Little Patty, here I am today healthy and two children, Nina and Karl. broken pieces, including a violin Judy Stone, The Allen Brothers and working,” he said. tion from Brian Henderson’s pop The De Kroo Brothers had a top daubed with wasp nests, for repairs. Sandy Scott living out of the same A young Leo grew up in post-war music TV show, Bandstand. 10 single in 1963 with “(And her As a result, he has a collection carriage. Indonesia where his father worked “The record was a song I had name is) Scarlet”, written by Herb of timbers including mahogany, “The train pulled into Brisbane for the Dutch government. written called Head over Heels Newman. There were also four European maple, spruce, ebony and we could hear these incredible Always interested in music, he and recorded in an underground other singles in the Australian Top 100. and rosewood. high-pitched harmonies through made his first guitar from card- arcade in Perth,” Leo said. By 1965, Leo and Doug were so “I used to make our own guitars the window from three young boys,” board after hearing a musical news The following week the duo popular the Australian Women’s and have made a lot for others Leo said. theme on the radio. received a phone call from Channel 9 Weekly included a “how-to” article such as left handers or short fingered “Their father heard Col Joye The family moved to Perth when saying fan mail had arrived for on knitting a mohair Beetles style people, or unusual instruments was on the train and Col discovered Leo was aged nine, and enjoyed them. jacket just like those worn by the such as an appalachin dulchimer, the Bee Gees that day.” their music with his mother Nell They cut a record with EMI De Kroo top pop boys. Swedish key harp, an Australian Leo remained friends with playing piano and father on the and fronted up to a radio station Marianne had immigrated to shaped guitar made for the 1988 Robin Gibb until his untimely death flute and harmonica. with John Laws behind the micro- Australia in 1966 at the age of 19, Bi-Centenary, tiple, mandolin and in 2012. Leo was promised an instrument phone. scored a job at the Swedish consul- a headless guitar.” In their retirement, Leo and his and lessons when they landed He said to the pair, “Do you know ate and met Leo at a party in Sydney Leo last toured a decade ago wife Marianne had sold their Dubbo in Perth. how many Elvis impersonators in 1971. with Crash Craddock and Bobby district property and moved to He received a guitar and was there are? You will get buried. They moved to a lifestyle prop- Vee, enjoying to be back on the Coolamon in 2017. taught American country music by Why don’t you become a duo act erty near Dubbo where Leo opened road again. Shortly after moving to the artists such as Hank Snow. like the Everly Brothers’. a music studio teaching people He is sad to see the demise of Riverina, Leo suffered a stroke. “In 1954 along came Elvis Pres- “That was how we became the guitar for 25 years. the live music scene in Australia “A lot of people, particularly ley and I was smitten. It was very De Kroo Brothers. The couple also worked at radio but believes it will bounce back guys, go through the experience and difficult to stop me from playing, “It happened all so quickly station 2DU, where Leo became the post-COVID. don’t recognise the symptoms as my folks said,” Leo said. we didn’t stop to think what this “voice of Dubbo” for a decade. One of his proudest moments a stroke,” he said. At 15, Leo styled his stage could be.” They moved from Dubbo to was helping 12-year-old grandson “I advise them, don’t go and lay manner and voice on Elvis – “I They were flung into orbit as a Coolamon in 2017 to be closer to Mitchell make a guitar of spruce down, just call the ambulance. was Perth’s Elvis Presley for some support act for Cliff Richard and their children and grandchildren. brought back from Sweden in 1972, “I was watching the news and time,” he said. the Shadows, touring the nation “We came down to visit and and old Queensland maple.

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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 17 THURSDAY Of Berk 6:30 Teenage Boss (PG) 7:00 Deadly Roars 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 Spicks And News 8:00 ABC News Tonight 8:45 The 5:25 The Rockford Files (PG) 6:30 Antiques Painting With Bob Ross (PG) 6:15 Forged In Dinosaurs 7:30 Shaun The Sheep 8:00 Specks (PG) 8:30 Hard Quiz (PG) 9:00 Shaun Business 9:00 The Drum 9:55 Heywire 10:00 Roadshow 7:30 Kalgoorlie Cops (PG) 8:40 Fire (PG) 7:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 7:35 8 Out Of Thunderbirds Are Go 8:35 Get Blake! 9:10 Micallef’s MAD AS HELL (M) 9:30 Mother- The World With Beverley O’Connor 11:00 Paramedics (M) 9:40 Botched (M) 10:40 10 Cats Does Countdown (M) 8:35 James The Legend Of Korra: Day Of The Colossus land (M) 10:00 State Of The Union (M) 10:25 ABC Nightly News 11:30 7.30 12:00 ABC Chicago Med: Withdrawal (M) 11:35 My Cameron’s Story Of Science (M) 9:25 Full (PG) 9:35 Detentionaire: Enter The Serpent Flowers (M) 10:50 The Trip To Greece 11:25 Late News 12:15 The Business 12:30 Kurt Crazy Obsession (PG) 12:35 My Fav-ourite Frontal With Samantha Bee (M) 9:55 Letter- Back! 9:55 rage (PG) Parks And Recreation (PG) Fearnley’s One Plus One Martian 1:00 Home Shopping kenny (M)

6:00 News Breakfast [s] 9:00 ABC News [s] 6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show (PG) 5:30 Today [s] 9:00 Today Extra (PG) [s] 6:00 Headline News [s] 8:30 Studio 10 (PG) 5:30 Worldwatch 7:00 Cycling: Tour De 10:00 Anh’s Brush With Fame [s] 10:30 QI [s] [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 TBA 11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 [s] 12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 The Living France 2020 Daily Update 8:00 Worldwatch 11:00 Grand Designs Australia (PG) [s] 12:00 1:30 RSPCA Animal Rescue [s] 2:00 Criminal Desperate Housewives (PG) [s] 1:00 Movie: Room [s] 2:00 Entertainment Tonight [s] 2:30 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage ABC News [s] 1:00 The Great Acceleration Confessions: Jackson County, Wisconsin (M) “A Smile Like Yours” (M) (’97) Stars: Greg Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 The Point (PG) [s] 2:00 Mrs Wilson (M) [s] 3:00 ABC [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News Kinnear 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:00 [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 4:30 The Bold 3:00 NITV News: Nula 3:30 Great British News [s] 4:10 Think Tank (PG) [s] 5:10 Grand At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First Railway Journeys (PG) 4:00 Cycling: Giro Designs Australia (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] Seven News [s] 7:00 Better Homes And Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) Rosa 2020 Highlights 5:00 Cycling: Tour De 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Gardening Australia Gardens [s] – Johanna and Charlie are Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 NRL: Parramatta [s] 7:30 The Living Room [s] 8:30 Have You France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:00 Master- [s] 8:30 Vera (PG) [s] 10:00 The Accident (M) teaming up to give a tired garden and deck a Eels v Brisbane Broncos *Live* From TBA [s] Been Paying Attention? (M) [s] 9:30 TBA mind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 [s] 10:50 ABC Late News [s] 11:20 The Virus spring makeover. 8:30 Movie: “Murder On 9:45 Friday Night Knock Off [s] 10:35 Movie: 10:30 Just For Laughs (MA15+) [s] 11:00 The George W. Bush (M) 9:35 Cycling: Tour De [s] 11:40 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL (M) The Orient Express” (M) (’17) Stars: Tom “Fighting” (M) (’09) Stars: Channing Tatum Project (PG) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian France 2020 *Live* Stages 1:45 Rick Stein’s [s] 12:15 rage (MA15+) [s] Bateman 10:50 TBA 12:30 Home Shopping 12:40 Tipping Point (PG) [s] News [s] 12:30 The Late Show (PG) [s] Long Weekends Vienna

2:30 Mighty Planes (PG) 3:30 3:00 Outback Truckers (PG) 4:00 1:00 Cake Wars (PG) 2:00 3:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) 3:30 2:00 Cheers (PG) 2:30 Seinfeld Mighty Ships (PG) 4:30 Medical Highway Thru Hell (PG) 5:00 Chopped (PG) 3:00 Coles Diagnosis Murder (PG) 4:30 Star (PG) 3:00 The King Of Queens Emergency (PG) 5:00 RSPCA Animal Rescue Storage Wars (PG) 5:30 American Pickers Healthy Kicks (PG) 3:30 Chopped Junior Trek: The Next Generation (PG) 5:30 Star (PG) 4:00 Everybody Loves Raymond (PG) (PG) 5:30 Escape To The Country 6:30 (PG) 6:30 Pawn Stars (PG) 7:00 Friday Night (PG) 4:30 The Simpsons (PG) 5:00 Futurama Trek: Voyager (PG) 6:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) 5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 Friends (PG) 6:30 Bargain Hunt 7:30 Better Homes And Countdown (PG) 7:30 AFL: Teams TBA 11:00 (PG) 5:30 The Simpsons (PG) 6:30 Movie: 7:30 NCIS (M) 8:30 Walker, Texas Ranger (M) Neighbours (PG) 7:00 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Gardens 8:30 Escape To The Country 9:30 Armchair Experts (M) 11:30 Family Guy (M) “Tooth Fairy” (G) (’10) Stars: Dwayne 10:30 Elementary (M) 11:30 CSI: Miami (M) Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 Seinfeld (PG) Selling Houses Australia 10:30 Charlie 12:00 Sarah Connor Chronicles (M) 1:00 Johnson 8:30 Movie: “27 Dresses” (PG) (’08) 12:30 Home Shopping 2:00 Hawaii Five-O 10:00 Friends (PG) 11:30 The Late Late Luxton’s Homes By The Sea (PG) Storage Wars (PG) Stars: Katherine Heigl (M) 3:00 NCIS (M) Show With James Corden (M)

5:25 Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of 5:35 Peter Rabbit 5:55 Noddy 5:00 ABC Newshour 6:00 ABC 3:30 Movie: “Beautiful Stranger” 4:20 PBS Newshour 5:20 Life After FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18 FRIDAY Awesomeness 6:00 Dragons: Riders Toyland Detective 6:35 Rusty Evening News 6:30 Friday (PG) (’54) Stars: Ginger Rogers Food (PG) 5:45 The Joy Of Painting Of Berk 6:30 Teenage Boss (PG) 7:00 Deadly Rivets 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 Spicks And Briefing 7:00 ABC National News 7:40 The 5:25 The Rockford Files (PG) 6:30 Antiques With Bob Ross (PG) 6:15 Forged In Fire (PG) Dinosaurs 7:30 Shaun The Sheep 8:00 Specks (PG) 8:30 Absolutely Fabulous (PG) Virus 8:00 ABC News Tonight 8:15 Planet Roadshow 7:30 Poirot (PG) 8:40 Movie: “Mr 7:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 7:40 8 Out Of 10 Cats Thunderbirds Are Go 8:20 Good Game 9:00 The Office (PG) 9:30 Black Books (PG) America’s Fireside Chat 9:00 The Drum & Mrs Smith” (M) (’05) Stars: Angelina Jolie Does Countdown (M) 8:35 Sex And Love: Spawn Point 8:45 Voltron: Legendary 9:55 Blackadder Goes Forth (PG) 10:30 10:00 ABC Late News 10:30 The Mix 11:00 11:05 The Commander: Blackdog (MA15+) Christiane Amanpour (M) 9:25 The Good Defender (PG) 9:10 Fruits Baske (PG) 9:30 Parks And Recreation (PG) 10:50 Schitt’s ABC Nightly News 11:30 Close Of Business 12:35 My Favourite Martian 1:00 Home Girls’ Guide To Kinky Sex (MA15+) 10:20 The Legend Of Korra (PG) 9:55 Detentionaire Creek (M) 11:15 Red Dwarf 12:00 ABC Late News Shopping Trigonometry (M) 11:15 The Feed

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12:00 ABC News [s] 12:30 TBA 1:15 Father 12:00 Seven’s Horse Racing: Caulfield: 12:00 Rivals (PG) [s] 12:30 The Garden 12:00 Creative Generation [s] 1:00 Jamie: 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Brown (M) [s] 2:05 Julia Zemiro’s Home Rupert Clarke Stakes Day/ Randwick: Gurus [s] 1:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Net- Keep Cooking And Carry On [s] 1:30 Healthy Replays 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 John Delivery (PG) [s] 2:30 Further Back In Time George Main Stakes [s] 5:00 Seven News At ball: Fever v Giants/ Thunderbirds v Swifts Homes Australia [s] 2:00 Pooches At Play [s] Williams In Vienna (PG) 4:30 Cycling: Giro For Dinner (PG) [s] 3:30 Escape From The 5 [s] 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s Front *Live* [s] 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] 2:30 Hotels By Design [s] 3:00 What’s Up Rosa 2020 Highlights 5:35 Cycling: Tour De City [s] 4:30 Landline [s] 5:00 Australian Line (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 5:30 Getaway (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News Down Under [s] 3:30 The Living Room (PG) France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:30 SBS Story [s] 5:30 Midsomer Murders (PG) [s] Border Patrol (PG) [s] 7:30 Movie: “Robin Saturday [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] [s] 4:30 Taste Of Australia [s] 5:00 10 News World News 7:35 Walking Britain’s Lost 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Father Brown (PG) Hood” (M) (’18) Stars: Taron Egerton 10:30 7:30 Movie: “Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit” First [s] 6:00 TBA 7:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] Railways: North Wales (PG) 8:30 Cycling: [s] 8:20 The Split (PG) [s] 9:20 Endeavour (M) Movie: “Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials” (M) (M) (’14) Stars: Kenneth Branagh 9:35 7:30 Ambulance Australia (PG) [s] 9:50 One Tour De France 2020 *Live* Stages 2:30 Rick [s] 10:50 Death In Paradise (PG) [s] (’15) Stars: Dylan O’Brien Movie: “3 Days To Kill’ (M) (’14) Born Every Minute (M) [s] 10:55 TBA Stein’s Long Weekends Bologna

3:00 Sydney Weekender 3:30 4:00 Outback Truckers (PG) 5:00 5:00 Movie: “Scooby-Doo 2: 4:00 Which Car (PG) 4:30 2:30 Seinfeld (PG) 3:00 Frasier Creek To Coast 4:00 Weekender Highway Thru Hell (PG) 6:00 Monsters Unleashed” (PG) (’04) Australian Fishing Championship (PG) 4:00 Rules Of Engagement 4:30 Building The Dream 6:30 The Yorkshire American Pickers (PG) 7:00 Border Patrol Stars: Matthew Lillard 7:00 Movie: “The 5:00 Reel Action 5:30 Star Trek: Voyager (PG) 5:00 Will & Grace (PG) 6:00 Columbo Vet (PG) 8:30 Escape To The Country 11:30 (PG) 7:30 AFL: Teams TBA 10:45 Movie: Lego Batman Movie” (PG) (’17) Stars: Will (PG) 6:30 MacGyver (M) 7:30 NCIS (M) 8:30 (PG) 8:00 Kojak (M) 9:00 Spyforce (M) 10:00 Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover (PG) “Hollow Man” (MA15+) (’00) Stars: Kevin Arnet 9:10 Movie: “Raising Helen” (PG) (’04) NCIS: New Orleans (M) 10:20 Supercars: Friends (PG) 12:30 This Is Us (PG) 3:30 12:30 Escape To The Country Bacon 1:40 Hard Knocks (M) 2:30 LPL Pro Stars: Kate Hudson Highlights Sandown Family Ties (PG) 4:30 Home Shopping

6:00 Dragons: Riders Of Berk 6:30 6:10 Love Monster 6:25 School Of 6:00 ABC News Weekend 6:15 5:30 Movie: “The Wonderful 7:40 Stargate SG-1 (M) 8:30 Secret Operation Ouch! 7:00 Top Chef Jr 7:40 Roars 6:55 Catie’s Amazing Planet America’s Fireside Chat Country” (PG) (’59) Stars: Robert History Of Comics (PG) 9:20 Fear Shaun The Sheep 8:15 The Rubbish World Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 7:00 ABC News Weekend 7:30 Australian Mitchum 7:30 Movie: “The Last Of The The Walking Dead (MA15+) 10:55 The Of Dave Spud (PG) 8:40 Find Me In Paris Would I Lie To You? (PG) 8:30 The Stand Up Story 8:00 ABC News Weekend 8:10 Four Mohicans” (M) (’92) Stars: Daniel Day Lewis Plastic Surgery Capital Of The World (M)

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19 SATURDAY 9:05 Sailor Moon Crystal 9:30 Detentionaire: Sketch Show (M) 8:55 QI (M) 9:55 Penn And Corners 9:00 ABC News Weekend 9:30 Best 9:45 Movie: “In The Name Of The Father” 11:55 Movie: “With Heart And Soul” (M) (’09) Splitting Hairs Teller: Fool Us (PG) Games Ever: Sydney 20 Years On (M) (’93) Stars: Pete Postlethwaite Vangelis Mourikis (In Greek)

12:00 ABC News [s] 12:30 Landline [s] 1:30 12:00 House Of Wellness [s] 1:00 Jabba’s 1:00 Netball: Suncorp Super Netball: Vixens 12:00 TBA 1:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 1:20 11:00 Cycling: Tour De France 2020 Stage Gardening Australia [s] 2:30 Secrets Of The School Holiday Movie Special 2 (PG) [s] 1:30 v Firebirds *Live* From Cairns Arena [s] 3:00 TBA 2:30 Hotels By Design (PG) [s] 3:00 Replays 1:00 Speedweek 3:00 Travel Man: Museum [s] 3:20 Howards End [s] 4:30 The TBA 3:00 Surf Patrol [s] 3:30 Beach Cops NRL: Newcastle Knights v St George Jamie: Keep Cooking And Carry On [s] 3:30 Moscow 3:30 Gadget Man 4:30 Cycling: Mix [s] 5:00 Antiques Roadshow [s] 6:00 (PG) [s] 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens [s] Illawarra Dragons *Live* From TBA [s] 6:00 Which Car [s] 4:00 Supercars: Highlights [s] Giro Rosa 2020 Highlights 5:30 Cycling: Tour Australia Remastered [s] 7:00 ABC News 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 5:30 Sydney NINE News Sunday [s] 7:00 The Block (PG) 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] De France 2020 Daily Highlights 6:30 SBS Sunday [s] 7:40 The Rise Of The Murdoch Weekender [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 TBA [s] 8:30 60 Minutes (PG) [s] 9:30 NINE News 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Family World News 7:30 Lost Worlds And Hidden Dynasty(M) [s] 8:35 Grantchester (PG) [s] 8:30 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Late [s] 10:30 See No Evil (M) [s] 11:30 Feud (PG) [s] 8:30 FBI (M) [s] 10:30 NCIS (M) Treasures (PG) 8:40 Michael Moore’s 9:20 Doc Martin (PG) [s] 10:10 Killing Eve Infamous S2 (MA15+) [s] 9:50 Code Blue: Grand Hotel (M) [s] 12:20 Rivals (PG) [s] [s] 11:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 12:30 Fahrenheit 11/9 (M) 11:00 Grand Tours Of (MA15+) [s] 10:55 Wentworth (M) [s] Murder (M) [s] 10:55 Autopsy USA (M) [s] 12:50 The Garden Gurus [s] 1:20 Explore [s] NCIS (M) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping Scotland’s Loch

2:30 Harry’s Practice 4:00 3:00 TBA 6:00 Full Custom 4:00 Restaurant: Impossible (PG) 4:00 Pooches At Play 4:30 2:45 Happy Together (PG) 3:35 Escape To The Country 6:00 Garage (PG) 7:00 Border Security 6:00 The Simpsons (PG) 6:30 What’s Up Down Under 5:00 I Murphy Brown (PG) 4:00 Rules M*A*S*H (PG) 7:30 Escape To The Country - Australia’s Front Line (PG) 8:30 Movie: Futurama (PG) 7:00 The Simpsons (PG) 7:30 Fish 5:30 Star Trek: Voyager (PG) 6:30 Bondi Of Engagement (PG) 5:00 Will & Grace (PG) 8:30 World’s Most Secret Homes (PG) 9:30 “Men In Black 2” (PG) (’02) Stars: Will Smith Movie: “Cocktail” (M) (’88) Stars: Tom Cruise Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M) 9:30 MotoGP 6:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:00 Escape To The Country 10:30 Mighty Rivers 10:20 Movie: “U-571” (M) (’00) Stars: Matt- 9:45 Movie: “The Shape Of Water” (PG) (’17) 2020 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix 11:00 Gogglebox (M) 10:00 Friends (PG) 12:30 The (PG) 11:30 River Monsters (M) hew McConaughey 12:40 Blokesworld (M) Stars: Sally Hawkins Supercars: Highlights Flash (M) 3:30 Murphy Brown (PG)

6:00 Dragons: Defenders Of Berk 6:30 6:10 Love Monster 6:25 School Of 6:00 ABC News Weekend 6:30 5:30 Movie: “The Bridges At 5:50 Takeshi’s Castle (PG) 6:40 Operation Ouch! (PG) 7:00 Top Chef Jr Roars 6:55 Catie’s Amazing The Breakfast Couch 7:00 ABC Toko-Ri” (G) (’54) Stars: William Abandoned Engineering (PG) 7:35 7:40 Shaun The Sheep 7:45 Mighty Mike Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 News Weekend 8:00 Insiders 9:00 ABC Holden 7:30 Death In Paradise (M) 8:40 Why Does Everyone Hate The English? (M)

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 SUNDAY 7:55 Thunderbirds Are Go 8:30 Get Blake! Would I Lie To You? (M) 8:30 Penn And News Weekend 9:30 Australian Story 10:00 Movie: “Primal Fear” (MA15+) (’96) Stars: 8:30 Movie: “Child’s Play” (M) (’88) Stars: 9:10 Sailor Moon Crystal: Act 2 (PG) 9:30 Teller: Fool Us (PG) 9:15 Live At The Apollo ABC News 10:30 Best Games Ever: Sydney Edward Norton 11:20 DCI Banks (M) 12:20 Brad Dourif 10:05 The Dark Files (M) 11:35 Detentionaire 9:55 rage (PG) (M) 10:00 Shaun Micallef’s MAD AS HELL 20 Years On 11:00 ABC Nightly News My Favourite Martian 12:50 Explore Full Frontal With Samantha Bee (M)

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Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, September 16, 2020 — 9 Regional Roundup No joy on emergency levy COOLAMON bill footed by local government. THERE was no joy for Coolamon Shire Mayor John Seymore said Council Council on concerns over emergency was yet to receive a reply. management reform upon the visit by Council is arguing for landowners to contribute towards the cost of the Minister for Police and Emergency emergency services. Services last week. During a visit to Ganmain, Minister Council wrote a letter to the NSW Elliott said the government would Commissioner of the Rural Fire Service not be announcing any changes to the Rob Rodgers six weeks ago calling for levy. a review of the emergency services Cr Seymour said Coolamon wanted levy in the face of costs escalating from clarity on what the emergency services $16 million to $32 million, with the levy would be spent on. Pathology services ARDLETHAN “General Practitioner Dr Sumera COOLAMON Shire Council will continue Amir from Coolamon visits Ardlethan to ensure the Ardlethan Medical Centre fortnightly and works from the Com- is providing services the community munity Health Centre. This doctor needs at the centre. collects pathology from her patients MLHD Director Integrated Care and transports the specimens,” and Allied Health Fiona Renshaw said Ms Renshaw said. Coolamon Council and MLHD repre- She reminded patients that appoint- sentatives had established a regular ments can be made through Dr Amir’s Pat Quinn has played a part in the local fire brigades across seven decades. Photo: Kim oods.W communication process with ongoing medical practice, Coolamon Regional updates and exchange of key informa- Medical centre. tion. Coolamon Council previously made The Ardlethan Community Care representations to MLHD amid concerns Civic duty for Pat raised by the Ardlethan community nurse provides a service to the centre GANMAIN been controlled earlier but took their car to pull it. three days a week, including weekly the pathology service was unavailable RETIRED Matong farmer Pat off in hot blustery conditions to “We then had one of the worst pathology. This service is accessed at Ardlethan. Quinn has notched up an incredible burn for several days, finally trucks in NSW with no brakes, by appointment through the Community This was because the pathology 70 years of volunteer fire fighting contained at Bundidgerry. an old Fargo.” Care Intake Service. courier service did not provide and regards it as his “civic duty” Pat sold his farm 22 years ago Pat said the Ganmain brigade Ms Renshaw said the Community collection and the GP undertook her Pat, 90, serves as the Ganmain and retired into Ganmain. was well catered for when it came Nurse transported the pathology taken own pathology when visiting the Rural Fire Service’s deputy captain “When I first joined the brigade, to equipment, and the public at Ardlethan to Temora Health Service town, therefore reducing the need for and still takes an active part in all we had was a wet bag and donations raised this year could for processing. this service. call-outs, although he is not allowed then it was a big jump up to a go elsewhere. to drive the truck any more. knapsack on our back,” he said. “The only thing we are lacking Pat recalls the biggest fire he “Then we had a trailer with is fire fighters. Tip reclaim option fought was in the Narrandera Hills. a tank on it but we had to wait “I hate fires but it is a civic He said the fire should have for someone with a towbar on duty to save property and lives.” to be investigated Start broader conversation on COOLAMON staff members to operate its landfill COOLAMON Shire Council will explore facilities. how other councils operate landfill A Landfill Tip Shop was operated bushfire season preparedness at the Coolamon Tip when the land- reclaim service/tip shop facilities MURRUMBIDGEE experience bushfires, home fires, floods, storms, for a potential tip shop in the shire. fills were managed by an external MURRUMBIDGEE Council is encouraging families, heatwaves, power outages and other emergencies,” Council’s executive manager devel- contractor. friends and neighbours to use the NSW Rural Fire Commissioner Fitzsimmons said. opment and environmental services This practice ceased in 2018 when Service Get Ready Weekend to prepare for bush- “This year alone has been one of unparalleled Colby Farmer has advised any staffing Council employed full-time staff as it fire season and start a broader conversation about emergencies. Communities across NSW were first proposed or cost to Council would was identified the operation of a tip being aware of and prepared for all hazards. impacted by drought, bushfire, then storm and require fees to be raised to cover such shop/reclaim services was resource Murrumbidgee Council Mayor Ruth McRae said flood, now pandemic – and all in quick succession. a cost. intensive and presented fraud and the 2019/20 bushfire season was the most devastating This has highlighted how important it is to be prepared “Council already provides a com- public liability exposure issues for the bushfire season in our State’s history. for all hazards. organisation. prehensive resource recovery program Cr McRae said it was a stark reminder of the “Our emergency service organisations do an at its landfills which are relatively Since that time management prac- danger of fire. It was also a reminder of the importance incredible job keeping us safe, but they can only do consistent across the LGA. The most tices have changed at the landfill sites. of being prepared and having a plan. so much. Being aware and prepared is everyone’s commonly collected materials for “Council has received inquiries “In the lead up to our next fire season – with the responsibility.” recovery are metals, cardboard, paper, and requests from customers to previous one in the not so distant past and the im- Get Ready in five simple steps: electronics, gas bottles, motor oil and establish a landfill tip shop and to pacts still being felt across NSW – communities are 1. Know your risk – think about the area you’re car bodies,” Mr Farmer said. allow scavenging practices to occur,” understandably keen to know more about getting ready. in and the types of disasters that could affect you; Mr Farmer said. “Whilst many of the recycling “To support early planning and preparation, 2. Plan now for what you will do – sit down and initiatives provided by Council are He reported on options for Coun- NSW RFS will once again host their annual Get Ready talk with your family and plan for what you cost neutral, the waste metal program cil to consider to its recent meeting Weekend on September 19-20, in person and online. will do if a disaster affects your area; and sought Council’s direction. actually generates an income, with Please follow the local RFS brigade’s Facebook 3. Get your home ready – prepare your home by such income being used to finance Whilst not specifically listed as page for information as it becomes available. doing general home maintenance and checking landfill operations.” an action plan option in the Waste You can also visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au for more your insurance coverage; Mr Farmer recommended scrap Management Strategy, he said it was information.” 4. Be aware – find out how to prepare, what to metal be excluded from such a service appropriate the option of a Tip Shop Commissioner of Resilience NSW Shane Fitzsim- do if there is a disaster in your area and connect as income is generated from this under or Reclaim Service be explored and mons encouraged everyone to have a conversation with NSW emergency services to stay informed; a cost benefit exercise of such an initia- current practices. around being prepared for emergency, whatever 5. Look out for each other – share information tive be undertaken. He said the Council must consider the hazard may be. with your family, friends, neighbours and those if the cost and benefits of offering Mr Farmer said an option for the “Each year, communities across NSW may who may need assistance. such a service is worth the expendi- operation of a tip shop or reclaim ture and increase in public liability service would be to contract out the exposure. service. Council operates four landfill sites “If Council seeks to implement Bushfire danger period within the LGA at Ardlethan, Coolam- a tip shop or reclaim services, and on, Ganmain and Marrar. Resource if the aim of implementing such THE NSW Rural Fire Service any timber to be disposed of, your intentions, don’t light up if recovery practices at these Coun- an initiative is to reduce waste to MIA District notifies residents do so before October 1. you know smoke is going to blow cil landfills are relatively consistent landfill, the contracting out option within the Carrathool, Griffith, There is a requirement for onto their property or over a road, across the Shire. is the preferred option from a staff Hay, Leeton, Murrumbidgee and a mineral earth fire break surround- have a water source available The most commonly collected viewpoint for the benefits mentioned,” Narrandera Local Government ing any timber, and the NSW RFS and supervise the fire until it’s materials for recovery are metals, he said. Areas the statutory Bush Fire Standards for Pile Burning must extinguished. cardboard, paper, electronics, gas Mr Farmer suggested the operation Danger Period will officially be adhered to,” he said, Supt Adams said on coming bottles, motor oil and car bodies. of a reclaim service at a landfill site(s) begin on October 1. “Landholders are also reminded hotter and drier conditions means Waste generated and disposed of at within the Coolamon LGA could be During the Bush Fire Danger it is their responsibility to notify fires are more likely to start and each of these sites varies in quantities. offered to a community group/ Period there will be no burning neighbours and the Fire Control spread quickly during the Bush Up until 2018, Council used exter- organisation with all profits being of timber allowed. Centre prior to lighting, monitor Fire Danger Period. nal contractor arrangements for the kept by such a group to be subse- Manager for the MIA District the weather conditions and only For more information please management of its landfill sites and quently spent on projects within Superintendent Kevin Adams light up if it is safe. contact the MIA District office employed two full-time equivalent the LGA. suggests that if residents have “Let your neighbours know of on 6966 7800. 10 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Regional Roundup Celebration of culture launched in Riverina GRIFFITH need inspiration,” Ms Johnson said. tion to Warangesda Mission and IN A world first, Griffith has hosted “As soon as I was offered the I know if it wasn’t for places the program launch of the Yarru- position of artistic director, that like that – a haven to escape the wala Wiradjuri Cultural Festival at was in the forefront of my mind... brutality of the Australian fron- a gala event. to inspire the community, and tier – if it wasn’t for missions like The festival, which will run remind them of the legacy the that we wouldn’t be here. in the first week of October, is a community has through the diverse “It is important to acknowledge ground breaking celebration of original families of Griffith.” how much Griffith has changed the diversity and complexity of The launch also flagged the and how much work has gone into Wiradjuri Culture, and the stories, festival’s upcoming world pre- acknowledging Wiradjuri culture. the culture, language, and history, miere of the much anticipated play “Part of the rejuvenation of that define place and belonging Sunshine Super Girl at Griffith this country is to be able to share in the Riverina, curated, presented Regional Theatre, written and in the culture and the heritage and led by an all-Indigenous team. directed by Andrea James – about of our people – that this culture The program launch night, the life of legendary Wiradjuri and heritage is the true culture held at Griffith Regional Art Gal- woman and international tennis of this country. Eliza O’Neill has been swamped with orders in the first week of business lery, and livestreamed for COVID, great, Evonne Goolagong-Cawley. “By sharing events like this for fresh flowers from her Coleambally farm. Photo supplied. featured some of the most respect- It also highlighted the music we come close to each other. ed artistic and intellectual figures and dance performance to be staged By sharing language and having Business is blooming in Australian public life today, on site at the historic Warangesda others learn our language, they Mission at Darlington Point, that learn what it is to be us and COLEAMBALLY Kim Woods “Trying to get the dahlia tubers including Festival artistic director was difficult as people have gone crazy has enormous historic significance what it is to live in this country as AN IDEA to start a micro flower farm Kerry Johnson, respected Wirad- for them. for many of Griffith’s families a Wiradjuri person.” has led to a rapidly blooming business juri Elder Mrs Beverley Johnson, “Café au lait, the big dinner plate descended from there. Many other Elders and digni- for Coleambally resident Eliza O’Neill. and internationally acclaimed dahlias in a soft blush colour are really “The strength of our people taries attended on the night, MC’d Eliza started The Flower Farmer journalist and author Stan Grant Jnr. popular.” and the strength hey have given by Maydina Penrith and Richard as a side to her full-time job as a com- The audience were treated to munications officer with the Murray Eliza hasn’t found starting a new me throughout my life and what Bamblett, highlighting the festival a powerful performance by the Darling Basin Authority in Griffith, business during COVID a challenge. we have seen here tonight – the is a true community collaboration. Burrundi Theatre for Perform- but has been knocked over by the “COVID pushed me to offer them strength of our language and culture The Western Riverina region ing Arts – a company founded demand for fresh flowers. out to the public as all of a sudden I and the incredible family network, is home to the rich Wiradjuri cul- by Festival Artistic Director Along with partner Thomas Lynch, had all these flowers,” she said. Kerry Johnson in a unique model is what allowed me to live and ture and the Yarruwala Wiradjuri Eliza moved to Coleambally three “I didn’t know if people really needed that sees cross-fertilisation work all over the world, a real Cultural Festival offers a huge years ago to grow irrigated wheat, cotton them living in this COVID environment between Griffith and Redfern in journey, but I know that I was variety of unique events across and soybeans on a 202ha property. but it has been the complete opposite. Sydney. only there because of the people the region and could not have “We don’t have any connections “I approached the local butcher “Yarruwala is a groundbreak- that came before me and the come at a more important time with the area but saw the opportunity,” shop, Tim’s Meats and Catering, ing festival. It has come at a time sacrifices they made,” Stan Grant to remind us all of the fundamen- she said. and asked if I could put a couple of when the community needs said. tal place of Indigenous culture in Eliza grew up at Wee Waa, in north- bunches in there on September 5. inspiration, our young people “My family has a deep connec- Australian society. ern NSW, and enjoyed her mother’s “They rang within the hour to say big garden. they were all sold. I had mentally “I wanted to do something that prepared myself to pick them up at would get me outside – I have always the end of the day. loved growing flowers and could see “The same thing happened again Youth have their say potential to sell direct from the farm. and I’m doing bunches every day plus YOUNG people from the Cootamundra elector- regional people are heard. “Last year I grew a few flowers deliveries to Griffith.” ate are encouraged to apply to be a part of next “We know each region has different challenges, suitable for the climate and this year Eliza said the flowers were nestled year’s Regional Youth Taskforce, a Ministerial so we are seeking an even representation of two I dove in and encouraged my partner in between beet plants as shelter advocacy group with a direct line to government members from each of the nine NSW regions and to give me a bit more land. from the hot windy weather. to raise local issues faced by friends and we are looking for applications from everybody, “I have planted about a quarter of After picking, they are placed in a classmates. not just the best and brightest, but those who can an acre and am hoping to expand to cooler to increase shelf life. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said talk with experience.” supply local florists or people can pick “Being new to the area, it is a great applications were now open for young people Minister for Regional Youth Bronnie Taylor their own flowers for arrangements. way to meet and talk with people,” aged between 12 and 24 who want to have a say MLC said the since its formation late last year, “I started planting around May and she said. on the needs of their peers when it comes to the inaugural Regional Youth Taskforce has now have a lot of tulips, renunculus, “I plan to expand the varieties services, programs and infrastructure in the region. provided advice and feedback on local issues poppies, anemones and daffodil. and will find out what one’s people like Ms Cooke said the Taskforce will be made up resulting in immediate action and work undertaken “Now I will prepare to plant – the initial watering system set-up is of 18 members who will meet regularly with to deliver real improvements. summer flowers like zinnias, dahlias quite expensive so I had to rein myself the Minister for Regional Youth and other repre- “In the brief time the 18 members of the 2020 and snapdragons. in a bit but will be definitely doing more.” sentatives from NSW Government agencies and Taskforce have worked together they have fed cabinet. into youth strategies, made changes to the process “The Cootamundra electorate is brimming with for upgrading a P1 driver’s license online and Centre is underway passionate young people who want to make a advised on a holiday program for families living members of the Griffith community difference in their communities. This is a chance in drought,” Mrs Taylor said. GRIFFITH and will include community services, to have your say on the issues that matter to you, Travel costs and accommodation will be GRIFFITH City Council is preparing resources, and house the expanding to represent your communities and be part of covered for Regional Youth Taskforce members to turn the soil at the site of the new $4.5M Griffith Community Centre Country Universities Centre – Western decision making,” Ms Cooke said. travelling across NSW for meetings. project, marking a significant moment Riverina. “2020 has been a challenging year but has To find out more or submit an application visit for the region. “Griffith has long needed a facility been particularly tough on young people, which www.nsw.gov.au/regional-nsw/regional-youth- The construction of the new in which a range of community ser- means it has never been more important to taskforce Community Centre is fully funded with vices could be offered, and the project make sure the experiences and opinions of young Applications are open until October 18, 2020. the NSW Government funding $3.65M team have delivered a design which and Griffith City Council and Country will ensure these services can be deliv- Universities Centre – Western Riverina ered,” Cr Dal Broi said. each contributing $440,000, following “This includes clothing, food bank, Leeton says no to buy backs years of lobbying by Griffith City counselling services, information Council and Griffith Community Centre resources, IT and printing facilities, plementary measures like fish tourism and recreation and to LEETON Inc. after hours comfort rooms, shower ways and carp management as diversify economically. THE decision not to recover more Griffith Mayor John Dal Broi said and laundry facilities for the homeless, well as increased regional devel- water from agriculture to achieve Council’s general manager the new state-of-the-art building will and state of the art change rooms for opment support for communities the Murray-Darling Basin Plan has Jackie Kruger said Council has replace the existing building, known those with disabilities. been welcomed by Leeton Shire most negatively impacted by several projects to promote and as Neighbourhood House, in Benerem- “The Community Centre will have Council. a decade of misaligned water looks forward to the grant eligibil- bah Street. 12 offices which can be leased by reforms.” Council’s Mayor Paul Maytom ity criteria being released so that “The new Community Centre will community service providers, as well In regard to the Federal Water said Council would prefer the the Shire can consider its options. be constructed along Olympic Street – as a large conference room which can Minister’s response to the Sefton commitment to source 450GL up The Sefton Report also urges right in the heart of Griffith and within be hired for events or meetings – truly Report, Council welcomed the the Sustainable Diversion Limit walking distance to many services,” making this a one stop shop.” water from areas outside of farms announcement that Government be locked in through legislative Adjustment Mechanism (SDLAM) Cr Dal Broi said. Griffith City Council general will extend existing MDB devel- “Council has worked closely with manager Brett Stonestreet said this change. Projects for recovering the 605GL opment programs by a further staff from the Community Centre to project would make a substantial ‘down water’ should not be rushed. “We trust the government will $34M to provide additional funding create a building which is not only difference to members of the community. stay true to its word – but at least for communities most disadvan- Council had hoped Minister functional, but is sustainable and “Council has long supported the our productive water is safe, taged by water recovery. Pitt may have made an announce- will cater to the growing needs of our construction of a new community for now,” Cr Maytom said. It is understood these grants ment too on allowing more community.” centre and we are pleased to be involved “Council is also pleased there will provide eligible communities time and flexibility to deliver the The Community Centre will act in being able to provide this facility,” will be a renewed focus on com- with practical assistance to boost SDLAM Projects. as a centralised ‘one stop shop’ for Mr Stonestreet said. Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, September 16, 2020 — 11 Big lift in average at Deepdene Prospect of THE spring selling season for regional prime La Nina for spring lamb and Merino sheep studs got underway in THE drought event continued to weaken across September with a back drop of the one the best much of NSW during August with the development seasons in two decades. of a La Nina event for spring now possible. The regional ram sale calender is: The NSW DPI Combined Drought Indicator (CDI) September 17 Wunnanurra Poll Dorsets, Jeril- shows 65 per cent of NSW is now in the Non-Drought derie, 170 rams or Recovery categories. September 21 Coleslea Dohnes, Leeton, 11am, The official climate outlook for spring indicates 41 rams high probabilities of receiving above median rainfall September 22 Mia White Suffolk and Poll Dorset, for NSW. Griffith The development of a possible La Niña event September 23 Yanco White Suffolks, Yanco Agri- and negative Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)-like conditions cultural High School, 48 rams strengthened during the month. September 24 The Yanko Merino and Poll Merino, These conditions are associated with above to Jerilderie well-above median rainfall during spring, including September 25 Armdale Poll Dorsets, Marrar, the possibility of flood events. 25 stud rams, 200 flock rams Satellite data and on-ground reports confirm September 25 Wattle Farm Border Leicester, conditions have improved during the month, particu- Temora, 110 flock rams, 7 stud larly in central and some eastern regions of the state. rams and 33 specially selected ewes The strength of drought recovery increased in September 28 Aloeburn Poll Merinos, Boree Creek, parts of the Riverina, Murray and south east of the state. 60 stud rams, 500 12-month-old ewes Despite these improvements, conditions across The Deepdene Poll Dorset sale resulted in a complete clearance and September 28 Mt Beckom Poll Dorsets, Griffith/ parts of western NSW remain poor. Parts of western rise in average. Photo: Nutrien Ag Solutions. Leeton, 30 Poll Dorset rams NSW continue to manage long-term drought and POLL Dorset rams sold to a top of Ruby Park Past Co from Collingullie. September 29 Kurralea Poll Dorset/Suffolk/White further widespread rain is required to generate $3000 at the 24th annual Deepdene Graeme Hibbard said rams sold Suffolk, Ariah Park, 250 rams longer-term improvements to conditions. on-property sale on September 4. to Wantabadgery, Collingullie, Nangus, September 30 Warburn Poll Dorset, Griffith, 150 On-ground reports signal risk to winter crop yield Hosted by Graeme and Yvonne Ganmain and local districts. White Suffolks, 51 Poll Dorsets, in parts of the northern and western crop area and Hibbard, the sale was conducted by “Buyers were chasing growth rate, 9 SAMM rams rain is needed to minimise potential losses in these Nutrien Ag Solutions Narrandera. muscling and body length,” he said. October 2 Cadelll Border Leicester, Ariah Park, areas. The top selling ram was sold “The top price ram was the highest 25 stud rams, 150 flock rams In contrast, other cropping areas have maintained for $3000 to new clients Greg and index ram in the sale and had that October 6 Bauer Border Leicester, Ariah Park high yield potential, especially in central regions. Audrey Martin from Barham, NSW. extra length and eye muscle the buyer October 7 Mt Beckom at Barellan ram sale, Based on the latest seasonal outlook, an emerging There was a complete clearance was seeking. 30 Border Leicester and 20 Poll risk of wet harvest conditions is a possibility for some of 121 rams for an average price of “The majority of our clients are Dorsets regions. $2077 – up from $1157 in 2019. putting the rams over first cross ewes October 9 Gleneith Border Leicester, Ganmain, Spring pasture growth potential remains high Volume buyers on the day includ- while a few are Merino breeders. 100 rams across central and most of eastern NSW. Temperatures ed Brunslea Past Co from Wagga “We were pleased with the average October 27 Retallack Border Leicester, Ariah will have a large bearing on growth rates in spring. Wagga, BW & JG Steward, KM & this year as last year it was drought Park, stud rams, stud ewes and Growth rates are typically slower to respond at JP Steward from Grong Grong and affected.” flock rams higher altitudes where conditions remain colder for longer. Your say: Letters to the Editor No Water for Fodder again IMPROVED seasonal conditions for local communities, with is supporting the regions of the across much of the Murray- more than $11 million spent on Murray-Darling Basin with a Please work with us Darling Basin have led the Austra- main streets across the Basin new $234 million package of EDITOR; As fourth generation “mum For Minister Pavey to claim her lian and South Australian govern- on supplies needed to grow and 11 measures announced to put and dad” farmers in southern NSW, party will not support a more effective ments deciding not to proceed harvest these crops. communities at the heart of the we were infuriated by Water Minister water register because they are trying with the second round of the “And it was important to Murray-Darling Basin Plan.” Melinda Pavey’s comments in a radio to protect “mum and dad” farmers Water for Fodder Program. farmers with 85 per cent saying Minister Speirs said the South interview on Monday, July 27. is very hard to swallow, especially Minister for Resources, Water that growing a fodder crop during Australian Government was In her interview the Minister claimed after over two decades of being ignored and Northern Australia Keith the drought had a positive effect proud to work with the Australian her bill on water ownership transpar- by the party which used to represent Pitt and South Australian Environ- on their mental health. Government to deliver support ency was superior to the bill submitted the interests of regional areas. ment and Water Minister David “This model of cooperation to drought-affected farmers. by Murray MP Helen Dalton. The National Party lost rural seats, Speirs said Water for Fodder in delivering this innovative “The Water for Fodder Pro- Minister Pavey claims that a trans- including Murray, partly because “mum had been a successful program emergency drought measure, gram was an historic agreement parent register would subject mum and dad” farmers are fed up with its that supported farmers during will be useful for future drought to help our drought-stricken and dad farmers to potential attacks pandering to the Liberals at our expense. severe drought. responses. farmers during their great time from environmentalists. That’s nonsense. If they want our votes back, they “While we’re not out of the “The Australian Government of need,” Minister Speirs said. What generational “mum and dad need to work with us not against us, woods yet conditions farmers” need is for water ownership which is what they presently seem to are better than they to be treated the same as any other be doing at every opportunity. were this time last asset, such as land, buildings and shares. There were 11,000 signatures on a year which allowed us Processing problems We need governments to implement petition from Speak Up calling for an to make this joint NSW Farmers is concerned by processing industry.” what was legislated in 2004 under the effective water register, most of them decision,” Minister Pitt dramatic price drops in the sheepmeat National Water Initiative – publicly- from the NSW state seat of Murray, said. “Earlier in the year, lamb prices and goat industries, which have been were sitting around $9 a kilogram, accessible reliable water registers where the majority of irrigation occurs “Fodder and water caused by sudden disruptions to the while now they’re closer to $5 a that foster public confidence and state in NSW and where our purpose built markets have softened processing landscape. kilogram.” unambiguously who owns the entitle- irrigation communities are. with hay prices decreas- Critical Victorian processing “Producers who purchased store ment. We need the NSW government ing by 40 per cent in the plants have been forced to close or lambs earlier in the year are also The potential damage from “crazy to implement a transparent water Goulburn and Murray operate below capacity amid set to lose out, facing much lower environmentalists” is nondescript and register, backdated to when water was valleys since the start COVID-19 restrictions, contributing market prices despite fattening insignificant compared to the damage separated from land as was promised. of the year. to softening returns for farmers. and improving the stock.” done to us “mum and dad” farmers – Stuart and Debbie Buller, “I recognise the NSW Farmers President James Mr Jackson said there are a by successive governments in NSW. Murrami NSW program was a boon Jackson said this change comes at number of workforce factors a critical stage for NSW producers, influencing the current situation, many of whom are looking to which need to be rectified in order Change ahead at Farmlink recover from the economic impacts for vital food production to continue. of drought. “A high percentage of workers FARMLINK is entering a phase of FarmLink to introduce a new CEO,” Innovation Centre and continu- “It’s not uncommon for producers in processing plants are from over- change with the announcement she said. ing the strong relationships with to have held on to stock during the seas on short term visas. The crisis chief executive officer Cindy “FarmLink has grown over time members, partners and industry drought, absorbing the costs of has meant some are no longer able Cassidy will leave the organisation to be in a really solid position. peers. feed with the expectation prices to stay in Australia,” he said. later in the year. We have a broad project portfolio Meanwhile, FarmLink has would rise and they’d be able to “Others have simply had their She is taking up an opportunity which is continuing to grow with taken the difficult decision to recoup losses afterward,” Mr James access to work impeded by the with the Bureau of Meteorology research and extension being cancel the face-to-face FarmLink Jackson said. restrictions and quarantine require- and will become the general conducted by our excellent Annual Open Day at Temora. “Livestock producers are going ments.” manager of the Agriculture Pro- FarmLink team. The risk posed by the COVID-19 to have limited numbers of stock “We need appropriate permit gram at BOM, starting in the “Our skills-based board will pandemic and the uncertainty to market in the rebuilding period systems for agriculture to ensure role in November. continue to provide its expert around organising the event for post-drought. It would be partic- flow of workforce across borders, Cindy has thoroughly enjoyed leadership and advice, and will September left management with ularly cruel for producers who and we need solutions around entry her time with FarmLink, and her meet soon to begin the recruiting little choice. have spent a fortune on keep- visas.” excitement about the opportunity process for the new CEO.” “We will continue to pres- ing animals going through the “Processing plants have high this new role presents is tinged As this process is undertaken, ent project outcomes, research drought to be denied a fair return fixed overheads, so they can’t afford with sadness to be leaving a great it will be business as usual at and workshops to producers via on the stock they have to market workplace disruptions like these,” organisation and team. FarmLink, with staff delivering different platforms and approach- because of labour issues in the Mr Jackson concluded. “This is a really good time for on projects, managing Temora Ag es,” Ms Cassidy said. 12 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus Narrandera Argus SPORT [email protected] Classifi eds Phone us on 6959 2222 or email classifi [email protected] Juniors triumph PUBLIC NOTICES GARAGE SALES SATURDAY 19 SEPT Back lane 48 Boundary Road, access via Stanley LAKE TALBOT WATER PARK Street. 8am – 12noon. ENTRANCE & DRIVEWAY CLOSURE Household goods, kids toys etc. Narrandera Shire Council will be closing the Lake Talbot Water Park entrance and driveway to allow SATURDAY 19 SEPT the completion of beautification projects of installing 15 Langham Street, concrete sleeper retaining walls, along the driveway, Ganmain, 8am – 2pm. and entrance landscaping work. Household furniture, bric- Duration: Commencing Monday 28 September for a-brac, Noblette dining approximately 8 weeks suite, recliners, wardrobes, Council apologises for any inconvenience and electricals and more appreciates your co-operation. If you require further information please contact RETURN Council’s Project and Asset Manager 02 6959 5560. George Cowan THANKS General Manager The family of the late MEMORIAM Beryl Flora ADAMS would like to sincerely Action from the NIFNC U11s Eagles in Griffith on Sunday, playing their last game of the season thank relatives and against Griffith Swans Red. Photo: Kellie Castle. friends for expressions SWJFL “The kids ball movement, to the number of injures that Nic of sympathy, acts of THE U11s football team have tackling and teamwork was rst af icted the teams this season. JENSEN kindness, thoughtful- nished 2020 undefeated, demol- class,” Hutchins said. In the mixed match arrange- 27.4.1961–17.9.2018 ness, floral tributes, ishing Grif th by kicking nine goals “The kids really found their ment players from each team were cards and letters etc in a 15-minute quarter on the legs and played a great game”. split across both sides to give at the sad loss of their weekend. They had a great win with the a more competitive game, and mother, grandmother, The team pulled out all final score Eagles 86 defeating U15s coach Shane Bloomfield To hear your voice, to see you smile, great grandmother stops in their nal match of the Grif th Swans Red 18. thanked both of the Griffith To sit and talk to you a while. and great great grand- season against Griffith Swans With the U11s football team Swans teams to being open to this To be together the same old way, mother. Red, resulting in an even and progressing to the semi-finals arrangement to give the kids a good run both last week and That would be our greatest wish today. Would all please entertaining game of football for next Sunday in Leeton, the team spectators. is looking forward to the challenge this week. To hear you laugh, to hear you cry, accept this as personal thanks. There were only a couple of ahead, and the club wishes them In the U13s game the Eagles Or just a chance to say ‘goodbye’. goals in it at the third break, and luck in their semi-final game, couldn’t replicate the win they To say the things we didn’t say, after a rousing pep talk from and hope to see them playing in the had last week, with the score That would be our greatest wish today. coach Stu Hutchins, the youngest 2020 Grand Final. Grif th Red 104 to the Eagles 14. But all we can do is throw a ower Eagles found some hidden energy This week again saw the However, the Eagles U15s on the water, and completely dominated their Eagles play mixed matches for mixed team managed to get a win Look for the sun through the rain. Swans opponents kicking nine the U13s and U15s football teams, on the board for their nal game Lay a little frangipani gentle on the water, goals in the 15 minutes of the as the Eagles teams were unfor- of the season, with the score Remember how we loved you. PERSONAL quarter. tunately still short of players due Eagles 88 to the Swans 63. We love you and miss you each moment of every day. Sensitive scalp but Margy, Madeline & Kurt need great colour? Netballers into finals INOA 100% ammonia NETBALL nal term. free hair colour THE NIFNC Junior Eagles netballers played their In a see-sawing nal quarter the Eagles fought right RELIGIOUS NOTICES only at last games of the shortened 2020 season, travelling to the end ultimately, going down 18 to the Swans 21. E. Street Hairstudio to Grif th on Sunday to take on Grif th Swans Red, Awards went to Milly Smith and Stella Hunt. 6959 9901 and playing second matches against the Barellan For the second U13’s game against Barellan Two NARRANDERA Two Blues. Blues, the rst quarter was played at a super fast ANGLICAN CHURCH CATHOLIC CHURCH The Eagles look to have a number of teams pace when Barellan came out ring and Narrandera St Thomas’, Larmer Street St Mel’s Parish, Narrandera TRESPASS progressing to the nals this year too, with U15s defence had to work hard. Friday, Sept 18 Saturday, Sept 19 Barellan had the height advantage and this 8.00am Morning Prayer 6pm Vigil Mass and U11s taking to the eld and court in the semi- nals 10.30am Holy Communion Sunday, Sept 20 NOTICES this coming Sunday. allowed them to surge ahead in the next two quarters. Saturday, Sept 19 8am Grong Grong The U11s Eagles team played Grif th Red, and it Narrandera shooters and centre court gave it a good 5pm Holy Communion 9.30am Narrandera TRESPASS NOTICE was a strong game with both teams ring and going go in the last quarter but were no match for a 1st Saturday of month Fr Bradley Rafter goal for goal in the rst half. Grif th took the lead in well drilled Barellan team going down 18-34. Family/Children’s Service Persons apprehended Phone 6959 2080 the third quarter and nished three goals up but it was Awards went to Julia Gunn and Keely McLean. 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CRC Plaza Theatre ST JOHN’S a small lead but some excellent teamwork and In the second U15s game against Barellan Two Contemporary Family Service UNITING CHURCH hard work in attack saw the Eagles catch up by Blues, the Eagles girls were well matched against 10am Sunday Cnr Cadell & Douglas St the end of the third quarter. this side, with going goal for goal and by the end of Phone 6959 1332 0477 202 141 However, Barellan was too strong in the end the second quarter were only down 15/18. taking the win 18 to the Eagles 11. The Eagles gained momentum in the third Awards went to Sam Kerr, Milla Rankin and quarter with great defence work with many opportu- Proud to be serving your community Ella Richens. nities, and taking advantage of Barellan’s errors by In the U13s netball rst game, Grif th Red got scoring and closing the gap by one goal going into • Narrandera • Lockhart • Coolamon off to a fast start but with some improved passing, the nal quarter. Narrandera fought back to trail narrowly at This made for a very tense and nervous fourth We’re now reaching more people quarter time. quarter, however Barellan turned it on in the in the The Eagles lifted their intensity in the second remaining minutes and took out the match 34 to the and places online! quarter to provide an entertaining contest, however Eagles 28. the Swans were equal to the task to lead by ve and Awards went to Grace Gillespie. Subscribe today at half time. The U13s and U15s netball teams will now A good team effort in the third quarter saw progress to the semi- nals in Leeton on Sunday, narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera close the gap on Grif th only for two and the club wishes them all the best in their games late goals to see them trail by four going into the in playing for a position in the grand nal. Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, September 16, 2020 — 13 SPORT [email protected] Heartbreak hill on run Sports grants open A GROUP from Narrandera Bidgee “The event is free and partici- “Depending on COVID LOCAL sports clubs and associations submitted.” Boxing will be doing their pants can either walk or run. restrictions we may have to are set to receive a funding boost Acting Minister for Sport Geoff own version of Sydney’s City2Surf “There will be drink stations have staggered start times for to assist with ongoing participation Lee said $4.65 million is available 14 kilometre fun run on manned by volunteers set up all the race. in sport and active recreation through the Local Sport Grant October 18. through town.” “We have had a lot interest in the Cootamundra electorate, Program across NSW and is crucial Due to COVID-19, the City2Surf Those wanting to join the in the event so far. The Rise with applications now open for the in supporting the NSW Government’s has been turned into a virtual official Bidgee Bolters group, and Shine running group from Local Sport Grant Program. commitment to enhance the quality event. register online at the City2Surf Leeton are going to come across Member for Cootamundra Steph of life in local communities. Participants can register online website. to participate.” Cooke said applicants can access “We know sport is the lifeblood and run or walk 14 kilometres The fee is $39 which inclu- Inspirational Narrandera Bidgee funding for a range of projects in local communities and their in their own neighbourhood des a special 50th anniversary Boxing member Lenny Slater, including sport access initiatives volunteers work hard to provide and their times will be recorded. medal and running times will who recently celebrated his 75th and facility upgrades, with up to opportunities for their residents Normally a group from Bidgee be recorded. birthday, will also be participating $50,000 available for projects in to get active and experience Boxing go to Sydney for the event The race will finish at the in the Town2Beach. every electorate across NSW. some normality during this pandem- every year, however this year showgrounds, at the Bidgee “Lenny wants to do the Town- “Many of our local clubs have ic,” Mr Lee said. they will host the Town2Beach in Boxing shack. 2Beach with us and he has already been hit hard by the nancial impacts “By improving access and the Narrandera. “We will have a barbeque at started training,” Ms Hyde said. of COVID-19, so I am pleased the quality of sport and recreational Local Sport Grant Program is again facilities and programs we can Narrandera Bidgee Boxing our shack at the showgrounds “He is amazing, he has open and will provide a signi cant improve the health, social and personal trainer Rachel Hyde after the race,” Ms Hyde said. been opening up the gym for us boost with grants ranging from $500 economic wellbeing of the commu- has been mapping out the 14 “There will also be prizes in the mornings and he always to $15,000 for successful projects,” nity.” kilometre through town. and lots of photo opportunities brings me my coffee,” Ms Hyde said. Ms Cooke said. Applications close at 5pm Wed- “Lenny also always shows “We will make sure the course along the course. “I urge all of our local clubs and nesday, October 7, 2020. More info at: covers over our bridge and “We are also toying with a up to our Friday night running associations to review the guide- sport.nsw.gov.au/sectordevelopment/ we will include our own form fancy dress theme if we get and walking group every week lines and get their applications grants/localsport of ‘heartbreak hill’,” Ms Hyde said. enough interest. without fail.”

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14 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus SPORT [email protected] Cup winner caught in charade Dixon Fours winners HORSE RACING BOWLS – NARRANDERA The team that was winning at CHAMPION Southern Districts race horse trainer IT WAS a busy weekend at the the time of closure was deemed the Trevor Sutherland has had his licence suspended Bowling Club with the Dixon Fours winners. Congratulations again to all for three years following a Racing NSW stewards results from Round 2 on Saturday the Grade 7 team members, you joined inquiry. seeing Matt Thornton, Ian Black, together and put in a fantastic effort. The September 8 hearing in Sydney found Mark Thornton and John Ingram President Shane also presented Sutherland, of Wagga, guilty of disposing the horses defeat Ron Donohoe, Shane Rowlands, special badges from Royal NSW Redfu, Rozzi, Hangin’ with Willy, Witchblade and Kevin Thomson and Dave Price 24-15. Bowling Association. Bless You Toby. In the other match, Cody and Awarded to volunteers for appre- Hangin’ with Willy ran his last race at Narrandera Garry O’Keeffe, Matt Grant and Derek ciation of their outstanding contri- in August 2019 and won the ProTen TC Lee Memo- Makeham defeated Bruce Russell, butions and time to complete tasks rial Cup over the 1400m, notching up 11 wins from Bob Blackshaw, Lenny Clarke and around and for the club. 79 starts and career prizemoney of $191,815. Vicki Maher 20-12. Taking on the task of mowing and Witchblade had run at Leeton May 7, 2020, placing Round 3 and the Semi-Final will rolling the greens and keeping them fifth of eight. see Matty Thornton’s team against in the impeccable condition they are Racing NSW stewards’ chairman and integrity Peter and Richard Durnan, Steve Zak is Ron Donohoe. general manager Marc Van Gestel found Redfu and and Peter Sheather and Cody’s team Under Blacky’s guidance, Ron Rozzi were disposed of in April and destroyed on against Lincoln Gooley, Jack Harri- has mastered the skills to maintain the property of Donnchadh Brown. son, Graeme McComber and Dave the greens to a very high standard. Sutherland’s licence was suspended on August 22 Hoffmann. A second appreciation badge was presented to Vicki Maher for all her pending the hearing. Shane Dunnett’s first Presidents work assisting the Match Committee The dead horses were detected during Racing NSW’s Day was held on Sunday with a very Chair with the Weekly Bowls News, horse welfare audits by Dr Carly Garling on August 14. good roll up of our local bowlers. Facebook, Match Committee Admin Mr Brown pleaded guilty to a charge of disposing First place winners of the day, on and Tournaments. of Rozzi and Redfu in April followed by Hangin’ with Hangin’ with Willy, pictured with Trevor a countback and by only one shot, Willy and Witchblade in July. Sutherland, after winning the 2019 ProTen TC Congratulations Ron and Vicki was the team of Ian Rankin, Bruce – your work does not go unnoticed The stewards took into consideration Brown’s Lee Memorial Cup. Russell, Richard Durnan and Neville and is greatly appreciated. contrition, cooperation with the inquiry and his The hearing heard Sutherland had falsely declared Limbrick with two wins, 35 points. Summer Teams entries are starting clean record, and disqualified him for four years. Bless You Toby was spelling at Yass. After the first 12 end game, to roll in. Mr Sutherland was found guilty of having disposed The stewards took into account Sutherland’s a beautiful roast lunch was served Team entry sheet is on the notice of Redfu and Rozzi, and pleaded guilty to having clean record and long licensing history before being by Tania and the Three Greens Bistro. board and play will start Friday, Octo- failed to report to Racing Australia by lodging the disqualified for three years on the first charge and Then it was out for the second ber 23. Mufti uniform is allowed but relevant death notification form that Bless You Toby six months on the second and third, to be served 12-end game, which was a little harder appropriate footwear is required by was found dead on July 7. concurrently from August 22. due to being so relaxed after lunch. all players. No thongs, no bare feet. Although it was a different format Prior to the 2020-21 season com- this year due to COVID-19 and there mencing, the semi-final and final Stockdale takes A grade being no visiting district teams, all for 2019/20 needs to run. 12 teams, 48 bowlers, enjoy the day. countback. individual.It is a game an The semi-final will be held on GOLF It’s tradition at the Presidents Day October 9 and the final on Friday, IT WAS another good roll up They also had a good represen- amateur can play with a golf to also present badges to bowlers “pro”, children with adults or October 16. Those teams are Woftam of golfers for Saturday’s Mens tation of members with 17 taking and members for a variety of achieve- part in the Saturday Stableford. if you prefer your own compa- vs Lizards 1 and 5 Good Men vs NFS. competition which was the second ments throughout the year, being The winner was Sharon Harrison ny and all can enjoy their own Seventeen keen bowlers contend- round of the Club Championships. both bowling and within the club with 39pts and three other ladies performances. ers for the last Wednesday Social There were 60 players entered and greens. are contending for runner-up. Those not ready to play full Bowls with Lou Alchin, Keith Haywood all vying for good results. The A Our Riverina District Bowling In the other games during the competition game have the 8-Hole and Terry Roach taking home the win. grade division this week was won Association representative Ian Black week, the Monday Vet’s competi- Summer Teams, the “Chook Run” The progressive jackpot was not by Michael Stockdale with a 68 presented badges to our RDBA Singles nett and B grade division winner tion was another family affair with and the Monday Vet’s to try out won and now sits at $38. Kevin Metcalf the winner on 33 nett their skills so everyone is catered Champion Matt Thornton (absent), Fines for Wrong Bias were collected was Chris Moore with a score of Singles Senior Peter Durnan and 65 nett. Balls went to 71 nett. and wife, Lorna Metcalf, runner up, for. from Johnny Wilde and Jimmy Durnan. Singles Presidents Reserve Phil Miller. Rounds three and four will be on 35 nett. With the Narrandera Golf course RDBA Pairs Championship, Senior Blacky also presented the 2020 played on September 19-20. The “Chook Run” was won in magnificent condition at present Pairs and President’s Reserve Pairs Grade 7 Pennant team with their Wednesday’s competition was by one of the present longest and the fine Spring weather now are set to recommence on Saturday, winner’s badge. won by Arne Vrieling with 40pts members, Wal Mulholland, with a is a good chance to take advantage October 10. Again, due to the pandemic, the and runner-up was Barry Smith score of 27 nett narrowly defeat- of the choices available. Full details are on the notice board with 38pts. Balls went to 35pts. ing John O’Connor with 27 nett Lastly the coring of the greens 2020 Pennant season was stopped and all the best to those Redbacks In the Ladies Competition on on countback. will be held on Sunday, Septem- short. taking part in these events. September 9 the game was the The golf course was a popu- ber 27, beginning at 9am and the first round of their Championship lar venue with some 90 players committee would like to see as and 20 enthusiastic players took altogether with tournament entries, many volunteers as possible to part. visitors and social golfers. assist with this project. The round winner was Sharon Golf is a game that can appeal Members are also reminded Kiley with 70 nett closely followed to young and old, couples, and of the annual general meeting on by Jan Hoare with a 70 nett on it can also be played as an the October 18. Funds for defibrillators SPORTS and councils in the Cootamundra electorate are encouraged to apply for a grant towards potentially life-saving equipment in the NSW Govern- ment’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program. Member for Cootamundra 2020 President’s Day winners Neville Limbrick, Bruce Russell, Richard Steph Cooke said it is vital facil- Durnan and Ian Rankin with President Shane Dunnett. Photo supplied. ities were equipped to respond BOWLS – COOLAMON comprised Peter Lawrence, Alan Cain to life-threatening situations. COOLAMON’S Thursday social bowls and Andre De Haan who lost their “Defibrillators can be the was taken out by Darren Peters, first game by three shots, played a difference between life and death, Helen Platt and Henk Hulsman with draw in the second and claimed the that’s why it’s crucial our clubs a plus 14 shots from runners-up $165 Jackpot. This just proves that and councils have this equip- Peter Lawrence, Bob Thompson and bowlers can lose and still win. ment to respond to emergencies,” Athol Longley with a plus 10 shots. Coolamon Bowls Pie Drive has Ms Cooke said. The Jackpot was drawn and the been deemed a great success. “Distance shouldn’t dictate team of Len Brill, Bob Thompson President Craig Riley thanked all access to life saving equipment, and Chris Fairweather won the customers for their orders as well so I encourage every organisation prize, however in true sportsmanship as expressing his appreciation to in the Cootamundra electorate manner the team suggested the the number of volunteer workers to apply for this grant program. funds remain in the jackpot and be who participated in preparing and Help make our amazing sport permitted to accumulate. distributing the orders. and recreation organisations even Results of the previous two Nominations for the Club Triples safer for everyone.” Emil and Heather White with Steph Cooke at the Barellan Swimming Thursdays’ Social Bowls. Winners Championships have now closed, Acting Minister for Sport Geoff Pool’s defibrillator. Photo supplied. on the day were the combination of and the draw is available on the Lee said up to $1 million was notice board at the Club. eight minutes following a cardiac councils to take advantage of this Dennis Holden, Bob Thompson available to sporting clubs and The first round was played on arrest are critical and that early life-saving program.” and Len Brill with two wins and councils this year. plus 8 shots from runners-up Chris Saturday, September 12. access to CPR and a defibrilla- The program is open until April “In NSW, up to 7000 people Fairweather, Helen Platt and Henk Nominations are also open tor is essential to increasing a 12, 2021. experience an out-of-hospital Hulsman with one win, one draw for single entries into Club Fours cardiac arrest each year,” Mr Lee patient’s likelihood of survival. For more information go to and plus 3 shots. Championship. Please refer to the said. “The NSW Government is sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants/ The luckiest team on the day notice board for further details. “Medical experts say the first encouraging sports clubs and defibrillator Narrandera Argus www.narranderaargus.com.au Wednesday, September 16, 2020 — 15 Narrandera Argus [email protected] SPORT OSTRICHES FLYING HIGH

AFL The Ostriches will go head to head with AFTER a turbulent year for the club Leeton Whitton Crows this weekend switching leagues, the Osborne Ostriches in the grand nal. Under 17s are into the 2020 Gallagher In the seniors, Leeton Whitton Crows AFL Riverina Championships grand were happy to book another grand nal after a solid defeat of Turvey Park nal appearance after beating Ganmain Bulldogs. Grong Grong Matong Lions 12.15 (87) Nicholas Madden kicked three goals, to 5.16 (46). followed by Maxwell McLeod, Harry Best for the Lions were Curtis Steele, Wichman, Jeremy Pierce and Luke Jacob Olsson, Liam Delahunty, Thomas Fellows all two a piece, and Rhys Pretious Quinn, Matthew Hamblin and Matthew on one. Neagle. Best for the Ostriches were Luke The Crows will now take on Wagga Fellows, Jeremy Piercy, Rhys Pretious, Tigers in next weekend’s grand final Action from the preliminary grand final between Ryley Watson, Joseph Morton and match at Wagga’s Robertson Oval. Osborne Ostriches and Turvey Park Bulldogs in the William Harper. In the reserves, MCUE Goannas Under 17s. In an historic first, the Ostriches will play The final score for Osborne was booked their grand nal berth after down- in a Riverina league grand final. 12.14 (86) to Turvey Park 7.8 (50). ing the GGGM Lions 16.9 (105) to 8.5 (53). Photos: Andrew McLean/AFL Riverina. Madden defends championship GOLF title that he won the previous year. • 27-hole B Grade Handicap winner: LOCKHART golfer Michael Madden has It was a consistent round from Madden Noah Klemke 96.5 with runner up Bailey defended his title to take out the 2020 Riverina who scored 39, 39 and 38 for his three rounds Armstrong 102 District Golf Association Sand Green Champi- of the 9-hole course. The tournament major sponsor, Graincorp, onship on Sunday. It was a narrow win, with Luke Di Salvia had grain merchant, Harry Lee on hand to The championship was held in conjunc- from Leeton and Brian Gawne from Grong Grong present the trophies and to draw the raf e. tion with the 2020 Grong Grong Annual Golf just one shot back on 117. Harry was supremely embarrassed when Tournament for 2020. Noah Klemke from Henty was the Junior he drew his own ticket out for the rst prize The 27-hole event got under way with Champion with a score of 143 while the Veterans of a handcrafted table made by former Grong light rain falling early which made the sand title went to Brian Gawne on 117. Grong resident, Ken Limbrick, created from greens tricky to putt on with wet sand on Major winners for the Grong Grong Annual recycled timber. top and dry sand below making the scraping Tournament division were: The Grong Grong Sports Club volunteers process uneven. • 27-hole A Grade Scratch winner: Michael served up delicious meals all day to satisfy Aggressive raking of the greens alleviated Madden 116 with runner up, Luke Di the eld of golfers that travelled from Wag- this problem and the eld of 37 players settled Salvia 117. ga, Coolamon, Ganmain, Kapooka, Henty, in to enjoying the drier conditions on the • 27-hole A Grade Handicap winner: Lockhart, Binalong and Grong Grong. perfectly manicured Grong Grong Course. Brian Gawne 105 with runner up Jason All eyes are now on the NSW Sand Green Some good golf was played, with Michael Healy 109.5 Championships at Coolamon on October 17-18 Graincorp representative, Harry Lee Madden from Lockhart scoring a scratch • 27-hole B Grade Scratch winner: Peter followed by the RDGA Championships Grass presenting the 27 hole handicap winner score of 116 to defend the RDGA Sand Green Skeers 126 with runner up Trevor Jose 136 Greens at Narrandera on November 22. trophy to Brian Gawne. Photo supplied. 16 — Wednesday, September 16, 2020 www.narranderaargus.com.au Narrandera Argus