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JANUARY Day Celebrations including a spectacular fireworks display. Ph: 03 5886 1200. FEBRUARY Jerilderie Working Dog Auction (last Sunday in February). SEPTEMBER www.workingdogauction.com.au Jerilderie Roundup (B & S) Ball - first Saturday. MARCH www.jerilderieroundup.com Seniors Week Luncheon hosted by Jerilderie Gold Cup Races Council. For race dates: www.jerilderie.com.au Ph: 03 5886 1200. EASTER OCTOBER Golf Challenge (long weekend) - Good Friday-Jerilderie Sports Club Royal Jerilderie Sports Club Children’s Hospital Appeal. Berrigan/Finley/Jerilderie Ph: 03 5886 1445. Ph: 03 5886 1445 Radio Controlled Model Glider Tournament at ’s Play on the Festival and Jerilderie Racecourse. Ute Muster (long weekend) MAY Uniting Church Flower Show - fourth Friday Billabong Market - Mother’s Day. OCTOBER/NOVEMBER Annual Sir Dinner & Lecture - see JUNE www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au for date QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND League of Silent Flight Model Glider MONTHLY Tournament at Jerilderie Racecourse. Jerilderie Mini Rail operates on the second www.lsfaustralia.org.au Sunday of each month (weather permitting). 2 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au WELCOME

Whether you are looking to break a long journey; to relax and soak up some unique Australian history and experience country lifestyle; or to enjoy a great time at a local event –Jerilderie has plenty to offer in country charm and hospitality. Jerilderie is known in history as the only place in to be visited by the Gang. The township of Jerilderie, established in 1859, is nestled on the banks of Australia’s longest creek, the , and is located on the , which is the main inland route linking and and is on the shortest route from to . Jerilderie (the English translation for the local Jeithi Aboriginal Tribe’s word of ‘djirridhuray’), meaning ‘with reeds’ CONTENTS or ‘reedy place’, is also the commencement of the , the now completed all weather road Things to See and Do 4 linking the southern states of Australia with the Lifestyle Northern Territory. 7 History Jerilderie’s calendar of events provides interesting 8 opportunities to experience and celebrate country Industry 10 life. Whether it’s a fun-filled day at the September Food, Wine & Natural Wonders 11 Gold Cup Races, being dazzled by nature’s Day Trips brilliance at the Flower Show, or an evening of 12 revelry at the longest running B & S Ball in the Directory & Information 13 , the Jerilderie Round Up Ball, you can be Town Map 14 assured there is many a memorable event in which Business Guide to take part. 15 Accommodation 15 visit: www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au Dining 17 News and Media 19 Real Estate 19 Attractions 20 Club 20 Events 20 Retail 21 Trades & Services 22 Industry 23

Visitor Information: Jerilderie Shire Council Phone: 03 5886 1200 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 3 THINGS TO SEE AND DO

POWELL STREET HERITAGE PRECINCT a picnic or utilise the free barbecue facilities Jerilderie is steeped in history and surrounded and undercover seating. by natural wonders, with plenty to see and do. Steel Wings Most attractions, modern public conveniences Be awed by the massive Steel Wings Windmill. and shops are within strolling distance. For One of only two of its kind in the world, the cars, caravans and motor homes, there 50ft tall, 25ft diameter mill construction is an is ample parking in Powell Street. A black impressive sight. Made in Sydney in 1909-10, water dump point is available adjacent Lake Steel Wings was acquired from Goolgumbla Jerilderie, the town’s spectacular man-made Station before being relocated to Luke Park in lake. 1979. Memorial Park and Garden Horgan Walk/Lake Walk Memorial Park was completed in 2010 and A picturesque 20 minute walk allows you is home to the Jerilderie Cenotaph. It is a to enjoy nature as you wander, relaxing in peaceful site created to allow people to tranquil surrounds, as the path meanders reflect and honour the fallen and those who around the Billabong Creek, encompassing served and continue to serve Australia in War. the Bush Tucker Trail. Growing along the Trail The park is also home to a Leopard tank, you will find various native species. There is decommissioned and donated to the Jerilderie even a genuine aboriginal humpy. The Walk community and Jerilderie RSL Sub-Branch in commences and finishes at Luke Park. Lake 2010. A garden, established and maintained Jerilderie is surrounded by an all-weather by the Jerilderie Public School and St Joseph’s walking/cycling track. Primary School, can also be enjoyed at this The Willows Homestead site. This stately old homestead, once housing the Luke Park Jerilderie Museum and Jerilderie Historical Visit Luke Park, with its fun children’s Society memorabilia, began its life on this site playground, fully enclosed and shaded. Enjoy as a Flour Mill, constructed for Thomas and

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George Wise in 1884 and receiving its first ton original “Banksi” home, which once stood at of for milling during the week ending 8 the site. The construction of the new library March 1885. also included engaging a local artist, Helene Post and Telegraph Office Mortlock, to design two glass panels to display at the entry to the Library. The panels illustrate During the Kelly Gang’s raid in 1879, some of Jerilderie’s rich history and present the telegraph line was cut to prevent any day influences, and include photographs as communication of the Gang’s presence. well as Helene’s artistic drawing. The Ned Kelly Blacksmith Shop The Old Printery Building Step back in time and experience yesteryear, The restoration of this building was completed hear an eye-witness account of the raid on in 2012. This building housed the printing the in Jerilderie by shop and office of the Jerilderie and Ned Kelly and his gang, soak up the nostalgia Gazette run by Mr Samuel Gill. On Monday 10 of standing where the Kelly Gang’s horses February 1879 Ned Kelly tried to find Mr Gill in were shod in ‘The Ned Kelly Blacksmith order to have him print his “”. Shop’. A Collection of Australiana, fishing and blacksmithing memorabilia, souvenirs The Bolt Exhibition and bric-a-brac are available. Open by “Doing the Bolt”, an exhibition of convicts and appointment: 0428 861 513. , is housed in the Old Printery Jerilderie Library building. This exhibition is an extensive collection of exact replicas and originals The Jerilderie Library is located at 41-43 including: storyboards and banners detailing Jerilderie Street and is a fantastic facility for the life of bushrangers and convicts, pistols all members of the community. The Library and guns, a flag flown at the Eureka Rebellion, was previously located at the Old Court a cat’o’nine tails and whipping post, shackles House until the new Library was built in its and locks and much more. Inspection by central location. Opened on 15 April 2009 appointment only. Contact Jerilderie Shire it has a combination of historic and modern Council 03 5886 1200. influences. The building is a replica to the

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Ned Kelly Raid Trail in 1884. Jerilderie Railway Station was built Jerilderie is the only town in NSW featured in by Charles Hardy in time for the opening of the Ned Kelly saga and has more surviving the line and the first train from authentic Kelly sites than anywhere else along to Jerilderie in September 1884. The railway the Ned Kelly Touring Route. station is an example of British-inspired architecture from the Victorian era. The station Jerilderie’s Ned Kelly Raid Trail is a self-guided closed its operations in 1987. State Rail tour of the 16 sites visited by Ned Kelly and his funded restoration works in 2001. gang in 1879. With 6 of the buildings directly associated to the 1879 visit still standing, it’s Jerilderie Steam Rail and Heritage Club a fantastic insight into how the town looked On the second Sunday of the month (weather when Ned visited. The trail is an enjoyable permitting), you will find the Jerilderie Steam and educational way to explore Australia’s Rail and Heritage Club operating over the history. A comprehensive self bridge from Powell Street. The mini steam rail guided tour brochure, complete with time line, track is nestled amongst the Billabong Creek has been developed for the Kelly aficionados and provides an ideal location for the “older to directly retrace the footsteps of Ned and his kids” to tinker with their toys and offers an gang as they proceeded to carry out an event exciting experience for the children and the that was to become an icon in the annals of young at heart. Please note closed shoes must Australian history. This guide is available from be worn to ride the mini rail. Special bookings the Shire Office and several local businesses. or enquiries phone: 0402 125 935. Follow in Ned’s footsteps, explore the sites Jerilderie Historic Residence – Historic and make your own decision: Ned Kelly, hero Home and Gardens or outlaw? This grand old building has been restored to its Railway Station former 1800s glory with pieces from the Queen Development of the was greatly era and a beautiful garden. Tours are assisted by the expansion of the railway available by appointment, contact Roy or Beth network to link New South Wales and Victoria on 0499 849 320 or 0457 618 284.

6 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au LIFESTYLE

Jerilderie boasts excellent facilities for a also has a turf racecourse, football/ relatively small community of 1496 people. ground and courts, and offers ample Facilities include: Ambulance Station, MPS parkland. with accident and emergency and acute care The spectacular, man-made Lake Jerilderie, services, Medical Centre with GP, Pharmacist, located within the township, is a beautiful and Bank, Post Office, Civic Hall, newly constructed safe waterskiing venue which is utilised for Library with internet access, Pre-School and many months of the year, creating a fantastic two Primary Schools. The town has Anglican, recreational outlet for families. Roman Catholic and Uniting Churches. A number of active community service A range of affordable housing is available in organisations contribute significantly to the township. Wunnamurra Estate contains the quality of life in Jerilderie. Fundraising fully serviced residential allotments. Some activities undertaken by these organisations blocks have frontage to Lake Jerilderie or the have resulted in improvements to sporting, Billabong Creek. Stage 2 of the Wunnamurra aged, medical and general facilities. Estate is currently under construction and will GETTING TO JERILDERIE be marketed in 2014. Jerilderie is 328km from Melbourne or Jerilderie is also home to a fantastic sporting 660km from Sydney. Train travel will take precinct. Our Sports Complex houses an you to either or , with indoor /netball/badminton court, coach service being available from Wagga modern gymnasium, squash courts, a 25 Wagga to Jerilderie on Monday, Wednesday, metre swimming pool, wading pools and a Friday and Sunday. An aerodrome is located water slide. approximately 1 kilometre south of the town The Jerilderie Sports Club has synthetic centre. The strip has a bitumen surface 1,138 courts and bowling greens, 18 hole grass metres in length by 15 metres in width – with greens golf course, and the Clubhouse offers a gravel sides. bar and Chinese restaurant facilities. Jerilderie

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 7 HISTORY TIMELINE

1852 • Survey of Pastoral Leases, including site for possible 1858 • John Caractacus Powell built a store. township in the “Cape” area, 3km upstream from William Davidson erected the Woolshed Inn present township. 1859 • – later visited by the Kelly Gang. Davidson built a 1860 • Blacksmith shop and a bridge over the Billabong Powell built the Traveller’s Rest Hotel, a Blacksmith Creek. 1861 • Shop, and a bridge over the Billabong Creek. 1862 • Official Post Office opened in Powell’s store. 1869 • Commencement of Public School education in Jerilderie. 1875 • Jerilderie’s first bank – the Bank of New South Wales. Jerilderie and Urana 1878 • Gazette commenced. Ned Kelly Gang raid. 1879 • First Government owned bridge over the Billabong Creek. Railway extended from Construction of first church in Jerilderie (Roman Catholic) Narrandera to Jerilderie 1882 • (extended to Berrigan in 1894, Finley 1898, 1884 • 1914). 1923 • Opening of the Cenotaph. Official opening of artificial lake at Jerilderie. 1979 • Steel Wings windmill restored and relocated to Luke Park. 1987 • Railway line closed. Official opening of ‘The 1988 • Willows’ Historic Home and Museum. 2001 • Railway Station building restored. First stage of streetscape 2007 • project completed. Heritage redevelopment of Jerilderie’s 150th anniversary. a period style shop, 2008 • residence and public toilets for community use. 2009 • New Jerilderie Library opened. 2010 • Memorial Park opened including relocated Cenotaph. Restoration of the Old Printery completed. 2012 • Streetscape beautification works completed. 2013 • Fire & Rescue, NSW – new Fire Station opened. For comprehensive historical information ‘The Jerilderie History Rewrite’ is available from the Jerilderie Shire Council. 8 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au MORE HISTORY

Jeithi Tribe Jerilderie was home to the Jeithi Aboriginal Tribe. The Tribal area was approximately 13,000 square kilometres, which extended north of the from west of Tocumwal to near , and to Jerilderie, Lake Urana and Lockhart. The last Jeithi elder David Kennedy, passed away in 1930. Ned Kelly Gang Jerilderie is the only town in New South Wales to be visited by the Ned Kelly Gang. From February 8th to 10th 1879, Ned and Bertangles, France, on 12 August 1918. Sir , Steve Hart and staged John Monash held the first ANZAC day service a hold up in Jerilderie. The Gang locked the in 1916. police in their own cells, stole £2140 from the bank and destroyed a number of mortgage Sir John was a leading and loved public figure documents. The wires to the telegraph office after the war, becoming involved in many were cut and Ned handed over the written public and private organisations, such as the account of his life actions to Edward Living, Boy Scouts, and in the commemoration of the bank accountant. This document is known ANZAC Day. as the ‘Jerilderie Letter’. It is thought that Each year (in October/November) Council in addition to the cash, the gang targeted hosts the popular Sir John Monash Dinner Jerilderie to have Ned’s Letter printed on the and Lecture, where a high profile speaker town’s printing press. The Gang escaped into talks of their experiences and relates it to the the forest which existed south of Jerilderie. principles displayed and developed during Today the original Jerilderie Letter is held at the life of Sir John Monash. To highlight the the State Library of Victoria. wonderful deeds and accomplishments of this Sir John Monash very famous and celebrated Australian soldier, Council also present a bursary of $1000 on Sir John Monash, honoured military the night to a student who has provided the commander, whose image appears on our best essay on Monash, to help them in their $100 note, attended Jerilderie Public School future studies. from 1874 to 1877. His name can be seen in the head office of the school as Dux Jerilderie has both a park and a tree lined avenue named in honour of Sir John Monash. In later life he achieved Arts, Civic Engineering The home where Sir John Monash lived as and Law Degrees at Melbourne University. a child still stands at 30 Jerilderie Street, During 1897-98 Sir John utilised both his Jerilderie. engineering and legal skills to be an expert witness and adviser to pastoralists, farmers It was claimed that as a lad, Sir John Monash and townspeople, who brought an action met Ned Kelly and held his horse for him; a against David and Samuel McCaughey when claim never denied nor confirmed by Sir John, they dammed much of the water on the but doubted by future biographers of his Billabong and Colombo Creeks. career. In World War 1, Sir John Monash was a Lieutenant-General in command of the entire Australian Army Corps. Monash received a knighthood, which was presented to him by King George V at his battle headquarters in www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 9 INDUSTRY

Since the introduction of the west of construction commenced in 1954 the Blue Mountains, the Riverina plains have and was enhanced with the completion of been recognised as the best Merino the Berriquin Irrigation Scheme in 1958. growing and sheep breeding area in the world. Extension of the Irrigation System In the 1900’s a number of major Merino in Jerilderie Shire saw the commencement Studs were established in the Jerilderie area of growing in 1964. With ample water and supplied rams to sheep breeding areas supplies, large scale vegetable growing throughout Australia, as well as being exported commenced the following year. overseas. With the increase in rice growing, Emery Rice The sheep were noted for their heavy fleeces Shed was constructed at Gala Vale in 1965 of medium to strong wool and their ability to and the Hogan Rice Shed at Wunnamurra in thrive in the harsher environments. 1970. In the same year the Corurgan Irrigation Scheme was extended into Jerilderie Shire. The “Poll” Shorthorn breed of also originated in what is now known as “Silver The Jerilderie district, once only famous for its Pines”. D S McLarty, as manager of the stud sheep and wool production, was now also adjoining “Bundure Station” bred ‘an the centre of extremely productive irrigation outstanding roan cow without horns’. He systems originating from both the Murray River went on to found the world-first Lone Pine Poll south of the town, and the Murrumbidgee Shorthorn Stud in 1884. Those genetics are River north of the town. still used today. The district production now includes diverse In 1926 the Yanko, Colombo and Billabong crops such as rice, wheat, canola, grapes, Creek systems were augmented from the onions, tomatoes, olives, barley, corn, soy to create opportunities beans and cotton. for expansion of agricultural industry in the area.

10 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au FOOD, WINE & NATURAL WONDERS

Jerilderie is central to the well know wine Olive Oil of Australia producing of Rutherglen and Griffith. Jerilderie has a factory which produces oil Both regions have established themselves as from locally grown olive trees. The results of consistent producers of exceptional wines, this labour are available for purchase from confirmed with a multitude of national and East End Welding. Ph: 03 5886 1289. international industry awards over many years. Fresh fruits such as strawberries, stone fruits Organic One and citrus are readily available from growers in The Bonic family’s 141 ha property is nestled the district. along the Billabong Creek at Jerilderie and Natural Wonders is home to one of Australia’s first organic vineyards, Organic One. The Bonic family There are interesting, quiet escapes in many pioneered organic wine-making in the parts of the region, whether it is fishing in the Jerilderie district more than 40 years ago, and Billabong Creek, a picnic by Lake Jerilderie, or a that heritage has been honoured and taken cruise down the Murray River, Australia’s largest to new levels by sons John and Frank. While river system. The bird, animal and plant life can no cellar door is available, wine is available at be appreciated along the numerous walking the local IGA supermarket. Ph: 03 5886 1208. trails in the region. www.organic-1.com An interesting feature of the region’s irrigation Billabong Produce system, ‘The Drop’ is located on the - Berrigan Rd at the intersection of Melrose Rd. Produce is sown, grown, harvested and This is part of a large water-flow control system processed on the company’s own land. The which allows water to divert from Canal processed produce includes a wide range of into Berrigan Channel and is worth a look. tomato purees and tomato sauces, as well as diced, chunky and crushed tomato products. The Blowhole is a natural phenomenon in an The freshly processed tomato sauces also outcrop of granite rocks. When the Murray River include a variety of sauces containing other is low, the blowhole flows and bubbles. It seems freshly harvested vegetables and herbs, to “come alive”. Some people say the Aborigines making them ideal for use as high quality believed a giant lived at the bottom. ‘homemade’ pasta sauces. Produce available The Blowhole is situated approximately 11km at local IGA supermarket. Ph: 03 5886 1306. out of Tocumwal on Rocks Rd. [email protected]

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Located in southern NSW, the Riverina is cultural diversity, premium food and wine famous for its rich heritage, natural beauty, industry and a wealth of traditional arts and fresh local produce, award-winning wine, and music, Lockhart’s “Spirit of the Land” Festival, a welcoming hospitality that will make you feel and Griffith’s Festival of Gardens, including the right at home. There is something unique to famous citrus sculptures. discover around every corner. Fascinating insights into the history and Visitors to the Riverina will experience wide culture of the region can be found in museums open spaces, friendly locals and the country throughout the area. The Peppin Heritage lifestyle, all of which is plentiful in Jerilderie. Centre in Deniliquin was Deniliquin’s first More information on this region can be found public school and has now been transformed at www.riverinatourism.com.au into a regional museum dedicated to the Local Markets Peppin family who in the 1800s developed a Merino sheep that could withstand and thrive Nearby Finley hosts a local Farmers Market in the harsh Australian conditions. In addition on the first Saturday of each month from 8 to its permanent exhibitions, the Centre hosts am – 12 noon. Tocumwal Foreshore Markets a variety of travelling exhibitions each year. are held to coincide with public holiday long Griffith’s Italian Museum recognises the weekends from September to June. Visit contribution of Italian migrants to the cultural Tocumwal Foreshore Markets on facebook for enrichment of that area. The Berrigan RSL and details on dates. Federation Museum has a collection of war History and Culture memorabilia and photos on display. For details Make Jerilderie your base as you travel to on opening times contact Marnie Steer explore the Ned Kelly history associated with 03 5885 2363 places such as Beechworth and Chiltern. Development of the region was greatly For those interested in learning more of assisted by the expansion of the railway the Kelly Gang history, follow the Ned Kelly network to link New South Wales and Victoria Touring Route from Jerilderie to Melbourne, in 1884. Interesting examples of architecture exploring the legend of Ned Kelly through can be found in the region. the many historical sites located throughout The Jerilderie Railway Station was built in the North Eastern Victoria. Travel via the gourmet Victorian style, whilst Tocumwal is Federation region of Beechworth, Benalla, Mansfield and style. Euroa, finishing with Ned’s armour at the Old The Finley Railway Station, of pioneer style Melbourne Gaol. The original Jerilderie Letter architecture, is one of only two of its kind in is housed at the State Library of Victoria. Australia. The Finley Pioneer Railway Museum There are a number of events which celebrate is now housed in this incredibly well preserved and embrace the history and culture of the Railway Station. The Museum contains region, including Deniliquin’s Play on the artefacts and real life railway stories. Guided Plains Festival, which includes the famous tours are available seven days a week. Call Ute Muster, Griffith’s ‘La Festa’, a large multi 0418 669 600 to book a tour or to arrange cultural event showcasing the region’s rich station entry. 12 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au DIRECTORY & INFORMATION

Accommodation Jerilderie Tyre Service (03) 5886 1302 Jerilderie Vet Clinic (03) 5886 1436 Colony Inn Hotel Motel (03) 5886 1220 Kabello Hair 0429 890 937 Do Book Inn (03) 5886 1513 Kel’s Computers 0428 344 747 Fairways B&B (03)5886 9200 Kent Taylor Shearing Contractor (03) 5886 1524 Greenview Motel (03)5886 1406 Kerry McWhinney Bulldozing (03) 5885 6542 Jerilderie Budget Motel (03) 5886 1301 Livestock Breeding Services (03) 5886 1555 Jerilderie Hotel 0428 303 122 & (03) 5886 1370 Magic Scissors (03) 5886 1274 Jerilderie Motel & Caravan Park (03) 5886 1366 McFarlane’s Laser Grading (03) 5886 1711 Jerilderie Motor Inn (03) 5886 1360 Mitchells Pest Management (03) 5886 1748 Royal Mail Hotel (03) 5886 1224 MS Ryan & Son (Garage) (03) 5886 1323 Attractions Riverina Livestock, Pest and Health Authority (03) 5886 1203 Blacksmith’s Shop 0428 861 513 Paul Ryan Building Contractor 0418 434 458 Information Centre 0448 878 597 Peter Lawrence- Contract Harvesting/Lamb Marking Jerilderie Mini Rail 0402 125 935 (03) 5886 1239 & 0429 812 893 Jumptree Studios 0409 029 564 Phillip Sweeney (Horse trainer) (03) 5886 1333 Jerilderie Historic Residence 0499 849 320 R & D Taylor Appliance Repairs (03) 5886 1382 Riverluck Transport (03) 5886 1295 Club Roe’s Transport (03) 5886 0206 Jerilderie Sports Club (03) 5886 1445 S.D. Landscape Gardening (03) 5886 1879 SST Development Group& NozzleNSpray (03) 5886 0051 Dining Out Stubbs, Wallace & Partners (03) 5883 1477 BP 24 Hour Roadhouse (03) 5886 1378 Travis Rochford (03) 5886 1619 Caltex Service Station (03) 5886 1406 Warwick Doolan Fencing 0429 445 964 Central Café (03) 5886 1337 Industry Chinese Restaurant (03) 5886 1495 Colony Inn Hotel Motel (03) 5886 1220 Ag Work (03) 5886 1228 Jerilderie Bakery (03) 5886 1449 Billabong Produce (03) 5886 1306 Jerilderie Hotel 0428 303 122 & (03) 5886 1370 Field Air 0417 463 083 Royal Mail Hotel (03) 5886 1224 Genstock Australia Pty Ltd (03) 5886 1772 Tractor & Yvonne’s Jerilderie Café (03) 5886 0894 Goolgumbla Merino Stud (03) 5886 7124 Gurciullo Onion Packing (03) 5886 1593 Retail Leeds Shorthorns (02)6956 1151 East End Welding (03) 5886 1289 MAS Agwork (03)5886 1228 IGA Supermarket (03) 5886 1577 MIA Rural Services (03) 5886 1529 Jerilderie Newsagency (03) 5886 1311 One Oak Merino Stud (03) 5886 1269 Jerilderie Pharmacy (03) 5886 0777 Organic One Winery (03) 5886 1208 Jerilderie Post Office (03) 5886 1344 Pine Rise Pumps 0428 998 801 Sticky Fingers Candy Shop 0448 878 597 Pooginook Merino Stud (02) 6954 6145 & 0428 953 017 Old Wares 0428 861 513 Rice Research Australia Pty Ltd (03) 5886 1391 Somerset Merino Stud (03) 5886 1315 Services Willandra Merino Stud (03) 5886 1223 Ambrose Crittenden- Mini Digger Hire 0409 838 265 Anthony Transport & Fertiliser (03) 5886 1840 Education ANZ Bank (03) 5886 1010 Jerilderie Preschool (03)5886 1770 Apex Concrete Cutting 0407 047 045 Jerilderie Public School (03)5886 1331 Arthur Real Estate (03)5886 1345 St Josephs Catholic School (03)5886 1475 Barlow Agriculture (03) 5886 1723 Brian Conn Plumbing 0427 697 382 Jerilderie Shire Council Budokan Karate Martial Arts 0447 021 559 Jerilderie Shire Council Offices (03) 5886 1200 Butcher Landforming Pty Ltd 0428 577 286 & (03) 5885 6542 Library (03) 5886 1868 Crimmin’s Painting (03) 5886 1705 Sports Centre & Swimming Pool (03) 5886 1520 Crittenden Heating & Cooling 0408 317 359 Elders Ltd. (03)5886 1402 Medical Ian Sneddon Canvas & Upholstery (03) 5886 1750 Jerilderie Health Service (MPS/Hospital) (03)5886 1300 Jamie Pitt Painting 0407 503 894 Jerilderie Medical Centre (03) 5886 1209 Jerilderie Budget Self Storage (03) 5886 1301 Jerilderie Earthmoving (03) 5886 1765 Emergency Contacts Jerilderie Electrics (03) 5886 1507 Ambulance 000 Jerilderie Fertilisers/Hamilton Contracting (03) 5886 1609 Bush Fire 000 Jerilderie Grain Storage & Handling (03) 5886 0344 Police 000 Jerilderie Mobile Diesel Mechanic 0418 312 692 Fire Brigade 000 Jerilderie Motorcycles & Smash Repairs (03) 5886 1329 State Emergency Service 132 500 Jerilderie Plasterers 0447 188 012 Jerilderie Post Office (03) 5886 1344 Jerilderie Transport Pty Ltd (03) 5886 0007

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Do Book Inn Fully self contained cottage on the banks of the Billabong in the heart of Jerilderie. Accommodating 5 with breakfast provisions included. Walking distance to the main street and Ned Kelly Trail sites. A tranquil oasis. 21 Powell Street Jerilderie NSW 2716. Phone/Fax: 03 5886 1513. Mobile: 0428 861 513. Email: [email protected]

Fairways Bed & Breakfast at Jerilderie – Quality Accommodation

Offering ACCOMMODATION • 2 Bedroom family unit & 1 Bedroom unit • All with Queen Size Beds • Lounge/Dining area • Kitchenette • Reverse Cycle Air-conditioning • Flat Screen Television and DVD player • Use of 10m Salt Water Pool • BBQ facilities • Conference Room • Undercover Parking Your host Susan offers you a pleasant stay in a quiet rural environment.

Address: Lot 124 Showground Road, Jerilderie 2716 Opposite the Jerilderie Golf Course Phone: (03) 5886 9200 Email: [email protected] Web: www.fairwaysbb.com.au Eftpos, Mastercard & Visa Accepted

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 15 Jerilderie Budget Motel & Nursery * Affordable, comfortable & clean * Only Disabled Unit available in Jerilderie * Split system heat/cool * On site parking for large vehicles Nursery stocking a vast range of plants. Nursery open Wednesday to Sunday. 1 Newell Hwy, Jerilderie 2716 Phone/fax: 03 5886 1301Fax: 03 5886 1901 Email: [email protected]

Greenview Motel and Service Station

Call 03 5886 1406 UHF 3 for orders or bookings. Email: [email protected] Newell Hwy Jerilderie 2716 Dine In, Take Away, Accommodation Opp. Golf Course Eftpos * ATM * Carwash * Vacuum

Jerilderie Motel & Caravan Park

ACCOMMODATION Your hosts: Tracey & Michael Howes

• Recently renovated motel rooms with queen beds and reverse cycle air-conditioning • Fully self-contained Cabins – Standard and Luxury • Shady grassed drive-through sites – Powered and Unpowered • Magnificent amenities • 2 BBQ areas • Adult & Babies bathrooms • Coin-operated washing machines

Adjacent to licensed Sporting Club Restaurant, Golf Club, Bowling Club and swimming pool. 121 Newell Highway Jerilderie NSW

Phone: (03) 5886 1366 Email: [email protected]

16 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au Colony Inn Hotel/Motel “A REAL AUSSIE ” * Four Beers on tap * Keno * TAB * Alcohol takeaways available * 10 Room Motel (refurbished) * Kids games room * Mouth watering meals that will have you coming back for more! * STAY, DINE & RELAX AT THE ONE LOCATION 26 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie Phone: (03) 5886 1220 Fax: (03) 5886 0261

Jerilderie Bakery Home of the 8ft tall bread tin Ned. In the centre of town with parking front and back Open Mon- Fri 6am – 5pm, Sat 7am – 2pm. Try our one and only original Pie & ½, when one is not enough! 57 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Phone: 03 5886 1449 DINING

Jerilderie Hotel

Cold beer & hot meals with a great family atmosphere. Kids Playground and the only beer garden in town. Budget accommodation available: $30 per single, $40 per double per night. Address: 60 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Phone: 03 5886 1370

Royal Mail Hotel Newly renovated inside and out, The Royal Mail offers great service and fine dining in a fantastic atmosphere. Well stocked bottle shop. Meals available 7 days. Function room available for meetings or private parties. Gaming available. Will cater for large parties. Accommodation on request. Phone: 03 5886 1224

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 17 Address: P.O Box 95, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Phone: 03 5886 1306. Fax: 03 5886 1719. Email: [email protected] Web: www.billabongprod.com.au 18 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au The Southern Riverina News NEWS & MEDIA Showcasing the towns of Jerilderie, Berrigan, Tocumwal and Finley

Southern For all of your news tips, Riverina stories, photos, advertising, News promotions and printing. 53 Warmatta St • PO Box 330 Finley 2713 • Phone: 03 5883 1033 • Fax: 03 5883 1922

ELDERS RURAL SERVICES AUSTRALIA LIMITED 32 Jerilderie St, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Phone: 03 5886 1402 Fax: 03 58861 633 • Branch Manager / Livestock: • Rural Bank : Mick Whelan 0407 790 127 Trevor Basset 0409 412 713 • Insurance : Graeme Stribbles 0428 590 841 • Wool : Clyde McKenzie 0427 842 342 • Real Estate : Trevor Basset 0409 412 713 • Merchandise : Peter Zampin 0428 238 539 • CSO / Merchandise : Di Rutherford

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An opportunity not to be missed!

WUNNAMURRA ESTATE STAGE 2 REAL ESTATE

Nestled on the banks of the Billabong Creek and just minutes walk to the CBD is the Wunnamurra Estate. With over 30 blocks available of above average size and below average price, these blocks are an opportunity not to be missed. All blocks will be fully serviced including sewerage, underground power and water.

Contact: Craig Moffitt, General Manager, Jerilderie Shire Council 03 5886 1200 or email: [email protected]

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 19 Jerilderie Historic Residence An award winning 1880 home in the main street of Jerilderie is a must see. This fine home is elegantly furnished in antiques of the Queen Victoria era. Tours by appointment include the home and the beautiful gardens with special features including a showroom housing an amazing ATTRACTIONS collection of Australian memorabilia. Group bookings preferable. Closed February, June, July and August Phone Roy 0499 849 320 or Beth 0457 618 284

Jerilderie Sports Club 18 Hole Golf Course, new Bowling Green and Tennis Courts. Restaurant opens Tuesday to Sunday. Chinese and Australian cuisine. Function room available for hire. Keno, gaming machines, pool table and juke box for your entertainment. Friday night members draw and raffles. Social and sporting memberships available

CLUB OPEN 7 DAYS Phone (Clubhouse): (03) 5886 1445 Phone (Restaurant): (03) 5886 1495 Fax: (03) 5886 1865

Jerilderie Gold Cup Second last Saturday in September

Metropolitan and Local Bookmakers

EVENTS Bar and catering facilities FREE children’s entertainment Various Marquee packages available Fashions on the Field Local Courtesy Buses (gold coin donation) All enquiries phone: President: Des McRae 0427 861 436. Secretary: Irene Sweeney 03 5886 1333 For race dates see www.jerilderie.com.au Coleambally Community Bank Major sponsor: & Jerilderie Branch.

20 www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au Sticky Fingers CANDY SHOP Largest range of Ned Kelly souvenirs in Jerilderie. Good old fashioned lollies & Ice creams

Next to the Bakery in Jerilderie NSW 2716. Ph 0448 878 597. RETAIL

For all your needs in grocery and liquor supplies. Proudly supporting the Jerilderie Community

OPEN 7 DAYS • 75 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie NSW 2716. • Phone (03) 5886 1577.

www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 21 ALAN & LYN TAIG Locally LIC NO 163637 C ALAN & owned and Quality Work LYN TAIG Locally LIC NO 163637 C Lic No: 233 593c operated at Competitive Rates • General maintenance at Competitive Rates owned and Quality Work • Hot & cold water systems Quality Work Lic No: 233 593c operated • Gasfitting (LPG & Natural) • General maintenance at Competitive Rates • Newhomes, renovations PLUS LOTS • Hot & cold water systems & extensions Painting• Gasfitting (LPG & Natural) 27 East Street, Narrandera Phone 6959 1338 ROBERT BUTCHER LANDFORMING P/L MORE! • Newhomes, renovations PLUS LOTS • Sewer & stormwater drainer & extensions Painting Channel27 East Pads Street,Ph: Narrandera 03 5885 6542 Phone 6959“Wangleah” 1338 MORE! Drains Mob: 0428 577 286 Wunnamurra Road • Re-roofing & new roofs • Sewer & stormwater drainer Shop local Re-Top Soiling Fax: 03 5885 6532 Jerilderie NSW 2716 • Drain cleaning • Re-roofing & new roofs UHF: 29 Contractors• Drain cleaning Contractors For free quotes call: Ph/Fax 6959For free4949 quotes call: andPh/Fax 6959try 4949 Mobile 0407 341 455 Mobile 0407 341 455 Jerilderie19 Audley St Narrandera first 0432 061 312 19 Audley St 0432 Narrandera 061 312 FOR ALL YOUR EARTHWORKS CONTACT ROBERT R.K. FRASER & CO BATHROOM PACKAGES R.K. FRASER & CO HOME HARDWARE Ian Sneddon Canvas & Upholstery 2 PACKAGES | 2 DESIGNS | 2 PRICE RANGES HOME HARDWARE Proudly servicing the BATHROOM MakersPACKAGES of tarps, blinds Jamie Pitt ACKAGES & awnings,ESIGNS swags,RICE ANGES PAINTING CONTRACTOR Narrandera area since 1957 2 P | 2 Dbags, canvas | 2 Pmotorbike R License No 733886 Proudly servicing the seat and tank covers, HUGE- Rural - Commercial SAVINGS MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS OF: Ute canopies, motor - Industrial - Domestic •Concrete reo •Hardware trimming repairs & Narrandera area since 1957 •Pool & domestic fencing •Aluminium windows tonneau’s. Furniture Vanity | Toilet | Bath •Pineboard flooring •Glass or aluminiumHUGE SAVINGSrepairs. Tap Ware | Mirror MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS OF: •Garden sleepers •Robe doors Over 25 years experience “QUALITY JOBS ASSURED” •Entrance & internal doors •Shower screens 10 Jerilderie Street, Jerilderie NSW 2716 Bathroom Lighting •Concrete reo •Hardware •Paint •Tiles •Pool & domestic fencing •Aluminium windows •Insulation •Bathroom fittings Phone: 03 5886 1750 Mobile: 0428 861Vanity 750 | Toilet | Bath 0407 503 894 Accessories •Pineboard flooring •Glass or aluminium •Laundry & bathroom •Vanity units Email: [email protected] Ph/ Fax 5886 0080 Email [email protected] •Garden sleepers •Robe doors cabinets • Plus lots more Tap Ware | Mirror •Entrance & internal doors •Shower screens Free courtesy trailer Bathroom Lighting •Paint •Tiles •Insulation •Bathroom fittings MAKE SURE YOUR HOME IS SECURE WITH:Riverluck Transport Accessories View packages @ STLC.com.au & in our showroom 18 Pine Ave Leeton •Laundry & bathroom •Vanity units ••SAFETY GRILLES FOR WINDOWS • SAFETY WINDOW LOCKS cabinets • Plus lots more • SAFETY DOOR LOCKS • SAFETY DOORS Contact us for more info Grain Cartage (02) 6953 2262 Call in & see the friendly staff at R K Fraser & Co DESIGN | SUPPLY | FIX TRADES & SERVICES Livestock Free courtesy trailer Phone 6959 1762 or 6959 2247 www. STLC.com.au MAKE SURE YOUR HOME IS SECURE WITH: View packages @ STLC.com.au & in our showroom 18General Pine Ave Leeton • SAFETY GRILLES FOR WINDOWS • SAFETY WINDOW LOCKS • EXPERIENCE THE QUALITY..... TRUST THE SERVICE • SAFETY DOOR LOCKS • SAFETY DOORS ContactPhone us for Colin more McGillivray info 03 5886 1295 (02)1 6953 Watson 2262 Lane Jerilderie NSW 2716 Call in & see the friendly staff at R K Fraser & Co Thinking DESIGNMobile: | SUPPLY | FIX 0418 942 711 Phone 6959 1762 or 6959 2247 SOLAR?www.Fax:STLC.com.au 03 5886 0152 EXPERIENCE THE QUALITY..... TRUST THE SERVICE EXPERIENCE THE QUALITY..... TRUST THE SERVICE ''LINBRADEN'' ADAMS STREET NARRANDERA 2700 P and L Ragen Thinkingbuilders licence number 177824C Electrical Contractors TheThe Specialists Specialists in: in: For all your building requirements Will design and install grid connect solar systems • All•All Domestic Domestic • Commercial•Commercial including new construction both domestic so that you can start saving on your electricity bills now! • Industrial•Industrial Pest PestControl Control and commercial, renovations, SOLAR?restorations and painting work. For solar sales, Find theFind solution the solution to all yourto all pest your Specialising in insurance work & maintenance installations, repairs and problems givepest Scott problems or Lachlan give energy efficiency audits MitchellScott or a Lachlan call today Mitchell a Call our office on (02) 6959 1957 or call the experts call today. ''LINBRADEN'' ADAMS STREET NARRANDERA 2700 P and L(02) Ragen 6959 2766 to speak to Dennis or Peter to discuss your needs. 6959 3953 or builders licence number 177824C The SpecialistsPPHONE & L Ragen Electrical02 Contractors6959in: 3953 or 0427 766 570 Electrical ContractorsEmail: [email protected] Lic. No. 124974C 0427 687 241 or 0427 593 365 PHONE 0427 766 570 For all your building requirements Will design and install grid connect solar systems 22•All www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au Domestic •Commercial including new construction both domestic so that you can start saving on your electricity bills now! •Industrial PestControl and commercial, renovations, restorations and painting work. For solar sales, Find the solution to all your Specialising in insurance work & maintenance installations, repairs and pest problems give energy efficiency audits Scott or Lachlan Mitchell a Call our office on (02) 6959 1957 or call today. (02) 6959 2766 to speak to Dennis or Peter call the experts to discuss your needs. P & L Ragen Electrical Contractors 6959 3953 or Email: [email protected] Lic. No. 124974C 0427 687 241 or 0427 593 365 PHONE 0427 766 570 Jerilderie Earthmoving TRADES & SERVICES

Specialising in recycling drainage systems and storage dams. Excavator for hire PC 200-7 Komatsu. Elevator scrapers, 23 yards. D85 bulldozer, 960F loader, 140H grader, Longreach excavators PC 200 – CC – 5 Komatsu and 1997 Hyundai, 16 FT laser buckets, 34,000 ltr water tanker.

Address: Lot 125 Newell Highway (P.O Box 131), Jerilderie 2716 Phone:Gary Williams 03 5886 1765 Fax: 03 5886 0721 Mobile: 0428 845 780

The Big Willandras WILLANDRA DESMOND Australian Champion Merino Hogget 2013 - Hay Champion Dual Purpose Hogget 2013 - INDUSTRY Winner of Merino Breeders All Purpose Merino Hogget Ram - 2013. Sold to Muller Station NZ for $35,000 Annual On-Property Merino Ram Sale held on 4th Wednesday in September. Flock No. 87 • Est 1886 Flock No. 87 • Est 1886 WILLANDRA Phone Ross Wells (03) 5886 1223. WILLANDRA www.jerilderie.nsw.gov.au 23 FRIDAY & SATURDAY TM NSW LABOUR DAY WEEKEND

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